Three-year average annual growth: 70%
Proposed state legislation could end public school vaccination requirements, prohibit public water systems from fluoridating water and add work requirements for Medicaid recipients.
Belknap County residents are invited to participate in a research study being conducted by the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire. Researchers are looking for volunteers to provide information about communication-related barriers they experience when trying to access …
Ideally, when someone dies, the paperwork and material concerns associated with the deceased’s passing are so seamlessly handled (thanks to excellent preparation) that they fade into the background, allowing the family and other loved ones to grieve and remember the deceased in peace.
At the end of 2022, President Biden signed the second major piece of retirement plan legislation in the past three years, the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement 2.0 Act of 2022 (SECURE 2.0), a follow-up to the 2019 SECURE Act. Both are generally intended to increase retire…
An emergency shelter in Portsmouth is reporting a rise in homelessness among older adults.
Temperatures are rising as summer approaches. While many families enjoy the sunshine, it's crucial to remember to check on older family members and their health. Seniors are more sensitive to heat and have difficulty maintaining body-temperature management. Consequently, dehydration, heat ex…
What factors should people take into consideration when saving for retirement?
From the standpoint of financial planning, a major milestone in life is when you’re 10 years from retirement. This is a time to take a full-scale look at where you stand, looking ahead to life after work.
Reports have been received of a new COVID-19 vaccine email scam where people are asked to complete a survey. They offer a free reward but ask people to pay a nominal fee “to cover shipping.”
Veterans in Belknap, Rockingham, Strafford, and Grafton counties are eligible for the Vouchers for Veterans program in September. The program is funded by businesses and county residents to thank Veterans for their service, and show recognition and gratitude.
FRANKLIN — Franklin Savings Bank recently presented a $2,500 donation to the ServiceLink Grandparents Program. The program assists grandparents with providing basic needs for their grandchildren for whom they are guardians. Currently, there are 33 children enrolled with a need for back-to-sc…
Hearing loss is complicated. The ear hears many sounds at the same time. Often, people with hearing impairment can’t distinguish between the sounds happening around them.
Belknap County Nursing Home held a friends and family parade on May 14. The parade included family members and vehicles from the Belknap County Sheriff’s Department, with 35 cars and 50 residents in all. (Courtesy photos)
CONCORD — Attorney General Gordon J. MacDonald wants New Hampshire aging adults to be aware of and to take steps to protect themselves from scams related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — AARP Community Connections, a new, online platform launched by AARP Innovation Labs, allows users to organize and find local volunteer groups to help pick up groceries, provide financial assistance or lend emotional support to neighbors, friends and loved ones. The informa…
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