Police Chief Michael Maloney Memorialized in DC

As part of Police Week in Washington, Patch takes a deeper look at police fatalities.

From postal inspectors to small-town sheriffs, Congress has dedicated the week of May 15 to honor America's law enforcement officers—especially those killed in the line of duty—each year. One of those honored this year is Greenland Police Chief Michael Maloney, who was killed during a drug raid on April 12, 2012 after he saved the lives of several other police officers. While the number of officers killed in the line of duty has fallen since the 1970s (see our graphic, above), more officers have been killed so far in 2013 than the same time last year, according to a report by the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, released on Monday. The FBI also released a report on Monday, which showed officer fatalities declined in 2012 compared to…

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OBITUARY: Lydia Isabelle Valdez

Little Harbour School student lost her battle with cancer and passed away on Tuesday.

Lydia Isabelle Valdez, 9, of Portsmouth, daughter of Paula Skelley and Luis Valdez, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, at her home, in the presence of family. She was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on September 10, 2003. Lydia courageously battled cancer for over two years with amazing strength and grace. Lydia was a fourth grade student at Little Harbor School in Portsmouth, where she was well-loved and greatly supported all throughout this difficult time in her life. Lydia was an avid reader, great artist, loving friend, good student and the best daughter, and sister anyone could hope for. She will always be remembered for her quick wit, incredible sense of humor and her fierce independence and strength. Her wisdom and …

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Bombing Victim Lu Lingzi Remembered

The Chinese national was studying statistics at Boston University. She was killed in Monday's bombing at the Boston Marathon.

A Chinese newspaper has identified the third Boston Marathon bombing victim as Lu Lingzu, a Boston University graduate student, according to the Associated Press. Lu, from Shenyang, China, was studying statistics. A second Chinese national and BU student, Zhou Danling, was also injured in the blasts. She is listed in stable condition in a Boston hospital, according to Chinese officials. Lu's death has led to an outpouring from friends, family and concerned neighbors in China. Lu's Sina Weibo page already has 20,000 comments from shocked and upset friends (Sina Weibo is a Chinese social media service that combines Twitter- and Facebook-like features).  A former neighbor in China was elegiac when talking about Lu on his Sina Weibo page. "I …

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Beating Victim's Funeral Today

The Epping native who worked in Portsmouth died on Saturday.

OBITUARY: Joshua Krantz

The Epping native died on Saturday.

Epping, NH – Joshua "Josh" David Krantz, 24, died unexpectedly on April 6, 2013 in Dover, NH. He was born in Exeter, NH on June 17, 1988, the son of David J. and Cheryl A. (Thibeault) Krantz of Epping, NH. Josh grew up in Epping and was a lifelong resident. Even as a child, he loved football and started playing first with Nor-Rock Pop Warner, thru junior high and went onto play four years for the Epping High School Team. Josh graduated from Epping in the class of 2006. He later completed an Associate's Degree in Business Management from Great Bay Community College in Portsmouth, NH, and was employed as an Enrollment Account Specialist at Bottomline Technologies, in Portsmouth, NH since June of last year. Josh was an avid outdoors man, he …

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OBIT: Emily Blanche Miller, 21

The 2010 Exeter High School graduate who worked at 99 Restaurant in Portsmouth was killed in a car accident Saturday.

Information from nh.tributes.com   Emily Blanche Miller, 21, died on March 16, 2013 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born on September 3, 1991 in Exeter, NH. She was a graduate of Exeter High School in 2010 and had resided in Newmarket, NH since January, 2013. She was employed as a waitress at the 99 Restaurant in Portsmouth, a job that she greatly enjoyed. Emily was a person who loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed dancing and loved many outdoor activities including backyard bonfires and trips to the beach. She is survived by her loving companion, Anthony John Schwering of Newmarket, NH; her mother Lisa Blanche (Braley) Miller of Franklin, NH; her father, Raymond A. Miller of Hampton, NH; …

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Portsmouth Realtor Joe Shanley Dead at 59

A celebration of Shanley's life will be held on Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Wentworth by the Sea Hotel in New Castle.

Joseph John Shanley, 59, died Wednesday, November 28, 2012. Joe was born on May 30, 1953 in Boston, Massachusetts. He was the son of James and Joanne Shanley. He was married to his loving wife, Cindi, for 33 years and had one daughter, Tristan, who recently married Michael Riestenberg. Joe attended Saint Patrick School of Portsmouth, where he was the favorite pet of the Sisters. At Saint Thomas Aquinas High School of Dover, Joe, a diligent student, found time to become a star athlete and make the 1971 NH All-State football team. Joe attended Lehigh University and the University of New Hampshire. At Lehigh, he was famous for his acerbic wit and creative antics. His tenure as fraternity social chairman was legendary. Joe was the owner of …

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OBITUARY: Jennifer Lee 'Jenn' Marcelais

The Portsmouth resident died Sept. 19 at the age of 39.

Jennifer Lee "Jenn" Marcelais, 39, of Portsmouth, N.H., passed away peacefully on September 19, at Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover, N.H., with her family at her side. Born in Haverhill, on December 10, 1972, Jenn attended Amesbury schools and was a graduate of Newburyport High School. She attended Northern Essex Community College and received her degree from Salem State College. She was employed in web-site development. She was the owner of Souloyster Web Studios in Portsmouth. Her philosophy was "Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen." She loved to travel and loved history, especially cemetery archeology. She was the author of standing websites "gravematter.com" and "seacoastphotographs.com." She was an avid …

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OBITUARY: Jeffrey A. Bokum, Portsmouth Firefighter

He died Wednesday after a short battle with cancer.

Jeffrey Allen Bokum, 39, of Dearborn Road in Pembroke, died Wednesday, May 30, 2012, with his wife at his side at the Bridgton Hospital in Maine after a short battle with cancer. Born in Concord on April 22, 1973, Jeffrey was the son of Gary Bokum of Allenstown and Diane (Allaire) Hartford of Epsom. He was a lifelong resident of the Allenstown-Pembroke area and had graduated from Pembroke Academy in 1992. Jeffrey was a career Firefighter and EMT with the Portsmouth Fire Department. He had also worked for a short time with the Raymond Fire Department and volunteered with the fire department in his hometown of Pembroke. Jeff was also the owner and operator of Profile Orthotics Center in Concord, which specialized in custom fitted ski boots. …

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OBITUARY: Benjamin R. Harris

Newington resident was killed in a workplace accident at Redhook Brewery.

Newington – Benjamin R. Harris, 26, of Newington died Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at the Portsmouth Regional Hospital. He was born on November 22, 1985 in Beaver County, Pennsylvania the son of Naomi R. (Shields) Harris and the late Arle R. Harris. Ben was currently employed for Redhook Brewery in Portsmouth. He enjoyed basketball, golfing and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. Beside his mother, of New Brighton, PA, survivors include his wife, Alysha and his expected child of Newington; his paternal grandmother, Elouise Goehring of Conway, PA; a sister, Christy Kettering and her life partner, Jeffrey Hashey of Portsmouth; three nephews, Jaden, Logan and Connor Hashey all of Portsmouth; aunts, uncles and cousins and his dog, Spencer. Ben is …

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