Max Sullivan

New England, New Hampshire

News Reporter at Seacoast Online

I'm gonna walk before they make me run. Reporter at https://t.co/wFppDWTlHz, and rock guitarist in Portsmouth, NH

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York sprays fields after infestation: 'There were ticks everywhere!'

1 week ago | fosters.com | Max Sullivan

York, Maine, sprayed Bog Road Fields with insecticide due to a high volume of tick reports. Ticks were reported on playground equipment, picnic tables, and the building. Warmer winters and a larger deer population are suspected as contributing factors to the increased tick presence. Experts recommend precautions such as treating pets, wearing permethrin-treated clothing, and proper tick removal techniques.
Southers Construction owner accused of running ‘Ponzi scheme,’ ripping off homeowners

1 week ago | seacoastonline.com | Max Sullivan

Former New Hampshire construction company owner Ricky Southers and employee Jessica Caverly were indicted on felony theft charges. Southers is accused of stealing over $50,000 from clients and conspiring to steal more than $238,000 with Caverly. The charges follow a civil complaint alleging Southers Construction operated a "Ponzi-like scheme" and violated the Consumer Protection Act.
Hampton Beach police patrols ramp up after gunfire incident

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Max Sullivan

HAMPTON — Hampton police and their partner agencies are ramping up patrols and enforcement at Hampton Beach ahead of the busy summer season. Gov. Kelly Ayotte, Executive Councilor Janet Stevens, Department of Safety Commissioner Robert Quinn and other officials joined Hampton Police Chief Alex Reno and other law enforcement officials on June 13 next to the Seashell Stage for their annual pre-summer press conference.
Hampton Beach swarm: What's up with all the midges bugging beachgoers?

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Max Sullivan

HAMPTON — Melissa Gale received a warm welcome from customers on Lulu’s first day at Hampton Beach —along with an unexpected greeting from the local midge population. Taking a break to enjoy the beach, Gale stepped outside only to be swarmed by tiny flying bugs, also known as “no-see-ums.” While nearly invisible, she certainly could feel them. “I was freaking out last night,” Gale said June 12. “You can’t get them.
Hampton Beach Sand Sculpting Classic 2025

2 weeks ago | seacoastonline.com | Max Sullivan

Ten master sand sculptors began work on their entries for the 25th annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic. The competition, which includes $25,000 in prize money, runs through Saturday, June 14. Sculptors spent Wednesday building the bases for their creations, with the actual sculpting taking place Thursday through Saturday. Some sculptors, like Karlis Ile, have drawn inspiration from unexpected sources, while others, like Karen Fralich, are keeping their designs under wraps.
Exeter unveils largest municipal NH solar array

2 weeks ago | nhbr.com | Max Sullivan

Town officials celebrated the opening of the largest municipal solar array in the state on May 30, four years after the project was approved by voters Town officials celebrated the opening of the largest municipal solar array in the state on May 30, four years after the project was approved by voters. Exeter Select Board members, state Sen. Debra Altschiller, D-Stratham, and representatives of New Hampshire’s U.S. senators and U.S. Rep.
Wells High School grads celebrate overcoming challenges: 'Through it all, we have adapted'

2 weeks ago | seacoastonline.com | Max Sullivan

Wells High School's Class of 2025 graduated 110 students on June 8. Salutatorian Chloe Jo Madsen addressed her class, speaking on the importance of resilience and adapting to change. Graduates reflected on the close-knit community and supportive faculty at Wells High School. Several graduates shared their future plans, including pursuing nursing, engineering, and finance.
Kennebunk High grads told to take risks: 'You have the power to change the world'

2 weeks ago | seacoastonline.com | Max Sullivan

KENNEBUNK — Kennebunk High School Valedictorian Emilia Ilyas remembers when the question of her future shifted from fantasy to “evoking anxiety.”“I unfortunately had to accept that I would never live in a castle,” Ilyas said. Ilyas, speaking to her classmates at their graduation ceremony on June 8, said much of life is too focused on the future. She encouraged students to embrace the moment on the school’s football field as they prepared to stand and receive their diplomas as the Class of 2025.
York could close 1 or 2 schools: Voters may see one of these two plans in 2026

3 weeks ago | fosters.com | Max Sullivan

York, Maine voters may see a school consolidation proposal on the May 2026 ballot. Two options are being considered: one closes one elementary school, the other closes two. Concerns exist about combining middle and high school students, though officials say it could be done carefully. The vacated Village Elementary School may become a community center.
York pickleball players push back against proposed school campus ban

3 weeks ago | fosters.com | Max Sullivan

YORK, Maine — School officials are planning to prohibit public access to their campuses during class time, sparking outrage from some local pickleball players. York resident Clay Feeter said that senior citizens have been playing pickleball on York High School’s tennis courts for "decades." Speaking to the School Committee on May 21, he urged officials to consider a compromise that would allow seniors to continue using the courts during school hours.