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Welcome to a typical day of leisure in the Seacoast community of New Hampshire -- nationally acclaimed theatre and music, biking, hiking, fishing, sailing, whale watching, bird watching, sunset cruises, tax-free shopping, historic sites, antique hunting, hayrides, sleigh rides, big name entertainment, museums, New England's biggest water slide park, strolls along the boardwalk, first-class dining and the friendliest people in the world. As you can see, the list of options and combinations of activities is endless. It's no wonder that more and more people are discovering the Seacoast of New Hampshire as a place to call home.
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PORTSMOUTH, NH - Portsmouth sits near the mouth of the Piscataqua River, a short, wide river that divides New Hampshire and Maine. The city also is at the hub of a metropolitan region that includes several small cities and many towns. Settled in 1623, Portsmouth lays claim to being the nation's third-oldest city. It served as a focal point on the Eastern seaboard until the late 1800s when rail travel did in the shipping industry. The geographic location, historic past and cultural strength of the area regularly lands it on various "best places to live" lists. The region is noted for its many restaurants, attractions, and shopping opportunities.
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DOVER, NH - The city of Dover has a long and colorful history spanning nearly four centuries. Its earliest days as a colonial seaport led to a successful shipbuilding industry in the 1700s, and it flourished in the 19th century as the nation's leading manufacturer of cotton goods. The development of a brick industry spanned decades of successful mill operations through the middle of the 20th century. The quality of life in Dover is unmatched. Dover boasts an exceptional school system, outstanding parks and recreation services, as well as premier medical facilities. The Cochecho River graces the banks of the downtown. Dover is nestled between the mountains and the ocean. The community is close to the University of New Hampshire. Dover is a quick commute to the metropolitan area of Boston, and less than an hour's drive to Boston's Logan International Airport. In addition, there is easy access to rail and highway transportation routes.
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EXETER, NH - Exeter, New Hampshire is located on the New Hampshire seacoast. Exeter is bordered by Kingston, East Kingston, Hampton Falls, Hampton, and Kensington to the south, Stratham to the east, Newfields to the north, and Brentwood and Epping to the west. Exeter is a small Town with a strong historical tradition. The town is home of the Powder House, a famous landmark which held munitions used in the Battle of Bunker Hill and the War of 1812. Today, you can visit these sites and the American Independence Museum in Downtown Exeter for a true slice of important American history. Exeter has a diverse housing population, a major hospital, and the renowned private secondary school, Phillips Exeter Academy. The Town is part of the SAU 16 school district, which includes Exeter, Brentwood, Kensington, East Kingston, Newfields, and Stratham.
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STRATHAM, NH - The Town of Stratham, located in Rockingham County in the heart of the seacoast, encompasses over 15 square miles and is situated within easy access to major commuting routes. Stratham consists of both rural farms and busy shopping centers, peaceful residential homes and condominiums, and beautiful country views. The community boasts numerous quality subdivisions and townhouse complexes in varying price ranges. Stratham is the home of the Cooperative Middle School, New Hampshire Technical College, and offers an outstanding elementary school and numerous preschools. Many residents are active in the Youth Recreation Program. The town of Stratham has experienced strong and steady growth, but still retains a sense of an agricultural past and offers its residents a quiet, rural community. The quality of healthcare in New Hampshire may be evidenced by the fact that the state has consistently been rated as one of the healthiest states in which to live.
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HAMPTON, NH - In 1638, a brave band of Puritans from Massachusetts, led by the Reverend Stephen Batchiler, sailed up Hampton Harbor and the Hampton River to establish a new community far inland, away from the sea. This community was first called "Winnacunnet", a Native American word for "Beautiful Place of Pines." As it grew, its Puritan founders decided to change its name to Hampton, in honor of a town where Batchiler had preached in England. Hampton was one of the first four towns established in New Hampshire. Out of its original area, daughter towns split away as local settlements grew large enough to support their own churches. These towns - Kingston, Hampton Falls, Kensington, East Kingston, North Hampton, Danville, Seabrook, and parts of Rye and Sandown, along with the names of the original settlers are honored at Founders Park on Park Avenue. The town has produced a number of notable inhabitants and legends over the years. The oft-mentioned "Goody" Cole was the only person to be accused of witchcraft in New Hampshire. Much of Hampton's colorful history is enshrined at the Tuck Museum on Park Avenue, where exhibits display the town's growth from a humble farming community to the dynamic town and tourist destination it is today.
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