Culture
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‘Welcome to Derry’ based on Stephen King’s ‘It’ comes to HBO in October. How to watch
If you’ve ever seen the film, “IT,” or read the book by Stephen King, you know that Pennywise the clown is a horrifying creature. But people can’t seem to get enough of him. And that’s why HBO adapted the classic two-part movie into a new mini-series called “Welcome to Derry,” which will apparently serve as a prequel…
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Historically Speaking: The story behind Exeter’s Park Street Railroad Bridge
In 1890, the Boston and Maine upgraded their tracks, and its Exeter bridges were too narrow. The Newfields Road bridge was rebuilt and widened, but the railroad balked at the cost of replacing the Park Street bridge. The street was closed in January of 1892, and the bridge was torn down to extend three full lines…
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Things only people from New England say or do
Here are the ways to recognize a New Englandah by what they do and say.
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9 famous people who went to New Hampshire colleges
Numerous famous people have attended New Hampshire colleges over the years. Here are nine names you might recognize.
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Can you pronounce New Hampshire’s trickiest town name?
If you ever stumble over the pronunciation of a New Hampshire town name, you’re not alone. According to Mental Floss, the trickiest town to pronounce in the state is Milan, in Coös County. It’s pronounced MY-linn—not like the Italian city.
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3 stories proving Mount Washington Hotel is the most haunted spot in NH
Numerous guests and employees of the Mount Washington Hotel have shared chilling ghost stories. Here are three tales that prove the hotel is haunted.
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As demand for US passports grows, NH is among states with the most aspiring world travelers
More Americans than ever before are gaining access to international travel with a US passport. According to the Department of State, in 1990, only 5% of U.S. citizens had a passport. As of mid-2024, 48% of Americans have a passport. Pew Research from 2023 says half of Americans have visited between one and four countries…
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Market Square Day 2025 in Portsmouth: What to know about food, vendors, parking, 10K race
The 48th annual Market Square Day festival and 10K road race will take over Portsmouth’s downtown on Saturday, June 14.
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Hampton Beach Sand Sculpting Classic celebrates 25 years of artistry
What started ever so modestly in June 2000 with a single sculpture of a commemorative coin will celebrate its 25th anniversary this Friday when an elite international field of sculptors take to the sand for the Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic.
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6 celebrities who love vacationing in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has beautiful weather and even more stunning scenery. Check out these six celebrities who come here to unwind from Hollywood and touring.
