PMAC's Unity of Sound Music Festival to Feature More than 200 Seacoast Musicians
PORTSMOUTH — More than 200 Seacoast adults will take the stage on Saturday, Nov. 1 at Unity of Sound, a community music festival hosted by Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) at Portsmouth Middle School from 12–5 p.m. The festival features 18 adult music ensembles performing a wide range of styles—from bluegrass and jazz to choral, rock, classical, and more. Unity of Sound is a celebration of community, creativity, and the joy of making music at any age. Many of the performers are adults ages 65 and
NH Art Association presents dynamic lineup of November exhibitions
26th Annual Dunfey Exhibition - Group ExhibitionThe New Hampshire Art Association presents the 26th Annual Joan L. Dunfey Open Juried Exhibition at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery in Portsmouth. Sponsored by the Joan L. Dunfey Fund for the Arts through the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, this year’s show features 72 works selected from 398 submissions, showcasing a wide range of mediums and styles. Juried by Iris Williamson, Director of Exhibitions at the Institute of Contemporary Art at Maine College
Father and Son Team Up to Bring History to Life at Strawbery Banke Museum
PORTSMOUTH— As part of the ongoing restoration of the Penhallow-Cousins House, Kevin Hart, owner of Hart Plumbing and Heating, and his son Hunter came together on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 to install a century-old hot water system, donating their time, expertise, and a little family teamwork to preserve a piece of Portsmouth history. The Penhallow-Cousins House is a historic home on Strawbery Banke Museum’s campus that will soon tell the story of a Black family who lived there during the 1930s and
Colwen Hotels opens new Home2 Suites by Hilton Kittery - Portsmouth
Located near downtown Portsmouth, new hotel welcomes guests visiting seacoast New Hampshire and Southern Maine KITTERY, Maine – Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, recently announced its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Kittery - Portsmouth. Designed with unique customizations, tech-savvy enhancements and plenty of space to call their own, travelers and their pets can enjoy comfortable, stylish suites with the flexibility of separate bedroom and living
‘Strangely Fantastic’ Players’ Ring Theatre’s lobby transformed into art exhibition space
PORTSMOUTH – The Players’ Ring Theatre is no stranger to introducing thought-provoking performances during its Mainstage season. Now, the historic venue on Prescott Park, known for its high quality, stirring theatre productions, is transforming its lobby into an art exhibition space in collaboration with artist Molly C. Meng. The exhibit - titled “Strangely Fantastic” - begins with a preview night on Oct. 22 and will be on display until the end of the Mainstage season in June 2026. This is the second
Gather, a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing hunger, opens New England's first community food center in Portsmouth, NH
18,000 sf space includes an expanded pantry and warehouse, production and teaching kitchens, demonstration gardens, a community gathering space, and offices PORTSMOUTH – Gather’s new Community Food Center located at 124 Heritage Ave. in Portsmouth is now open and will enable the nonprofit organization to provide healthy food to many more people in the region who are experiencing hunger. Gather is the largest organization in New Hampshire distributing food directly to community members, serving families
The One Hundred Club hosts golf tournament highlighted by community, culinary expertise and celebrity guests
PORTSMOUTH— The One Hundred Club celebrated another extraordinary day on the greens with its annual Golf Tournament, held at the Wentworth by the Sea Country Club in Rye. The event brought together members, guests, business leaders, and notable personalities for an unforgettable day of competition and camaraderie. This year’s tournament featured record participation, reflecting the strength of the Club’s community and the relationships that make it unique. In partnership with The Scars Foundation, founded
Colliers appoints Abigail Bachman as managing broker of its Portsmouth office
PORTSMOUTH – Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is pleased to announce the promotion of Abigail Bachman to managing broker of its Portsmouth, New Hampshire office. In this role, Bachman will lead brokerage operations in the Seacoast region, supporting advisors and driving business development across all asset classes. Since joining Colliers in 2018, Bachman has consistently been a top-performing producer, bringing exceptional market knowledge and client service to every
Colliers moves Portsmouth office to new location at 210 Commerce Way
PORTSMOUTH—Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is pleased to announce the relocation of its Portsmouth office to 210 Commerce Way, Suite 350, Portsmouth, effective Aug. 15. The move positions the Colliers New Hampshire team for continued growth in the Seacoast area. The new location offers modern, Class A space within a dynamic business park setting. Located just minutes from downtown Portsmouth with direct access to I-95 and the Spaulding Turnpike, the new location positions the
St. Mary’s Bank Awards Scholarships to Support Future Leaders
MANCHESTER – St. Mary’s Bank is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2025 – 2026 academic year scholarship program. This year, 15 outstanding students, each members, were awarded a total of $22,500 in recognition of their academic achievements, community involvement, and dedication to personal growth. The scholarship program, which has been a cornerstone of St. Mary’s Bank’s community outreach efforts, aims to alleviate the financial burden of higher education for its members remarks. “By investing
Chasing the Calendar: Seasonal Promotions Done Right for Small Businesses
Tapping into the rhythm of the calendar has long been a cornerstone of retail success. But for smaller operations, where every marketing dollar needs to count, seasonal promotions can either be a strategic coup or a time-sucking flop. Making the most of these opportunities requires more than slapping red and green on a homepage come December. It calls for timing, creativity, and a genuine understanding of how customers behave when the seasons shift. With a little planning and a lot of authenticity,
My Breast Cancer Support marks 20 years of service to local breast cancer patients and families
My Breast Cancer Support, a local nonprofit dedicated to easing the financial and emotional burdens of breast cancer, proudly marks its 20th year of serving patients and families on the seacoast of New Hampshire and in southern Maine. Since its founding by local breast cancer survivor, Wendy McCoole, My Breast Cancer Support has provided more than $1.44 million in direct financial support to local individuals and families battling breast cancer. The organization’s impactful programs include the
Seacoast Dermatology welcomes Arthur Marka, MD
SEACOAST NH - Seacoast Dermatology is pleased to announce that Arthur Marka, MD is joining the local medical dermatology practice. He is currently accepting new patients. Marka is focused on providing comprehensive dermatologic care to patients. A strong medical foundation in internal medicine and specialization in dermatology, he’s intent on providing accurate diagnosis and effective treatment strategies for all skin cancers. He’s also proficient at diagnosing and developing management strategies for a
Chamber holds great annual meeting in an ‘Amazing’ setting
We kick off summer with Annual Membership meeting on the Rep set of ‘Joseph’ PORTSMOUTH--The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth held its annual meeting in the theatrical setting of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Seacoast Repertory Theatre on June 20—but the program was down to business. President and Chief Collaborator Ben VanCamp spoke of the Chamber’s accomplishments of the past fiscal year and goals for year ahead. The Chamber has stressed, and will expand upon
Farewell to our friend Tom, a great man and restaurateur
ABOVE: Tom Perron at the March 11, 2020 Restaurant Week Summit. The photograph is taken from the upper floor of his restaurant, Mombo, where he said the photographer would have a much better vantage point. BELOW: Tom shared his love of the kitchen with the Portsmouth High School Career Technical Education students, pictured here Tom was leading CTE students in making a dessert as he volunteered in December at the Career Pathways program.Farewell to our friend Tom, a great man and restaurateur Thoughtful
