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New Hampshire doctor who diverted opioids can return to practice after license suspension

A New Hampshire doctor has had his license restored and can return to practice following a suspension for opioid use. Christopher S. Manfred, M.D., a former anesthesiologist at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, can resume practice after undergoing treatment, according … Continue reading

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Jobs in the North Country? Not So Fast, Says Lebanon, NH

Lebanon — Developer David Clem on Monday blamed city officials for causing construction delays of his proposed River Park development slated for West Lebanon. A combination of mistakes and inaction on the part of city staff has prolonged negotiations, he told … Continue reading

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Vermont Man Held on Bail In Connection to Human Trafficking in New Hampshire

A Vermont man is being held on bail in connection with alleged human trafficking charges in New Hampshire, according to police. Lebanon Police arrested Erik Polson, 72, of Chelsea, Vermont, on Thursday after he traveled to the area to allegedly … Continue reading

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NH man arrested after allegedly trying to meet a 15-year-old for sexual acts

LEBANON — NH man arrested by Lebanon Police on charges of attempted human trafficking of a 15-year-old girl and certain use of prohibited computer services Tuesday afternoon. Richard Byrne, 58, of Newbury, allegedly used Craigslist to meet with what he … Continue reading

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Police: Threat to ‘shoot up’ Lebanon Middle School not credible

LEBANON — Lebanon police said the possible threat reported Friday afternoon that a male student was going to “shoot up” Lebanon Middle School with a gun proved not to be credible. Chief Richard Mello said with the assistance of the … Continue reading

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Lebanon NH Changes Master Plan To Ensure Higher Electric Rates

The Lebanon City Council voted Wednesday to amend the city’s master plan, removing references to natural gas as a favored energy source. The move is largely symbolic, but it reflects growing concern around the environmental impact of natural gas. Residents … Continue reading

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Lebanon NH: Officers Won’t Try to Enforce Immigration Laws

Not even when they are smoking in public places? WEST LEBANON, N.H. (AP) — The police chief in Lebanon, New Hampshire, says officers will not be used to round up people living in the country illegally who haven’t committed a … Continue reading

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Lebanon NH smoking ban to take effect in July

LEBANON, N.H. -Lebanon, New Hampshire is following the lead of other communities by banning smoking in designated public spaces. Scattered throughout the City of Lebanon it’s not uncommon to spot cigarette smokers and the butts they leave behind. “Both residents … Continue reading

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Lebanon Passes Smoking Ban

Lebanon — The City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to adopt a smoking ban in Lebanon’s parks and outside city-owned buildings.The ban, which includes chewing tobacco and e-cigarettes, is scheduled to take effect on July 1. It forbids smoking in … Continue reading

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Vermonters Make Their Meth in Lebanon NH Woods

Two men were arrested Monday after police said they found a “one pot” methamphetamine lab in the woods off Airport Road. Investigators said they were tipped that two people were making meth in the area. Two men, who were staying … Continue reading

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