Somersworth News

A recent study by the New Hampshire Center for Public Policy shows that while the Granite State's crime rate is among the lowest in the country, the price to prevent and prosecute crimes is of "significant social and economic cost to its citizens." In addition the study found while the crime rates are low, what is also low is the solving and ... (more)

Somersworth and Rollinsford residents will get the chance to be the first to view a film that not only highlights the struggles and successes of one of their own residents and students, but also sheds light on a local, yet nationally recognized treasure within the area's own school system.

John Huff/Staff photographer Katherine Cauley of Rochester, who was previously featured on The Learning Channel's hit show Extreme Couponing last fall will appear on another TLC show about Black Friday shopping to air this Sunday.

David Brackett, an 11 year old Webelos Scout from Somersworth, and student at Portsmouth Christian Academy, was awarded the Ad te Domine Award of the Anglican Catholic Church on Scout Sunday, February 5, at St.

Ramsdell/Democrat photo Ray Gordon, left, of N.H. Department of Environmental Services Waste Water Engineering Bureau, hands Dover's waste water treatment plant Facility Supervisor Ray Vermette a certificate of completion for his yearlong participation in a Wastewater Management Candidate School.

Although the investigation into the home invasion that including a cat scratching at the door to scare off the would-be robber remains open, police would like the public to know there is no present threat to the community.

Malley Farm Boys Home Executive Director Mark Sipple received a citation from Gov.

In a unanimous vote Monday evening, the City Council approved a resolution to allow City Manager Bob Belmore to enter into a public-private partnership with the Friends of Somersworth for the rehabilitation of the former Hilltop School.

Irene R. Wentworth, 89, formerly of Somersworth, died peacefully Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at Emeritus at Spruce Wood, where she had lived since 2006.

Melrose Police arrested during the wee hours last Thursday a New Hampshire man who allegedly held 13 GPS devices, along with MP3 players and chargers, taken from car break-ins. At 1:20 a.m. on Feb.

The judges had difficult decisions to make Saturday night as the annual Mr. Somersworth competition gave senior students a chance to strut their stuff.

Framed by flashing cameras, gowns shimmering on the catwalk, Somersworth High School students kicked off prom season this weekend with the school's annual fashion show, highlighting the best - and this year, brightest - trends in teen fashion.

John Huff/Staff photographer Paige Demers, 3, and her brother Zachary, 19 months show there support for the New England Patriots and play games at this year's Somersworth Winterfest Breakfast with Frosty event held at the Somersworth High School cafetorium Saturday.

The City Council will vote Monday on whether to allow City Manager Bob Belmore to enter into a public-private partnership with the Friends of Somersworth for the rehabilitation of the former Hilltop School.

A fugitive from California was arrested by police during a traffic stop on Monday after officers discovered him to be in possession of a controlled drug.

The Somersworth Chamber welcomed Kiddies Korner at a recent Ribbon Cutting. From left: Somersworth Mayor Matthew Spencer; Chamber Board members Dennis Burke of Mr.

A Corbin Drive family home was able to escape a fire that originated in the home's kitchen after being alerted by smoke detectors.

SOUTH BERWICK, Maine - SAD 35 officials are excited about a proposal from Somersworth High School seeking access to Marshwood's higher-level classes in exchange for letting Marshwood career-tech students attend Somersworth vocational classes.

A reduction in the proposed Somersworth School District's operating budget by the Somersworth School Board at a workshop on Tuesday night may eventually further decrease the financial burden on the city's taxpayers.

Residents of Berwick and Somersworth got their first look on Wednesday night at a preliminary plan for the future of the Route 9 bridge that spans the two communities.