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February 2026

older photo of Emerson McCourt circa 1969

A Legacy of Impact: The McCourts’ Gift to GBCC Students

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When Emerson McCourt passed away in 2006, he left behind an extensive tool collection, meticulous instructions and a commitment to Great Bay Community College (GBCC) students that continues today. The Emerson and Ruth McCourt Charitable Trust provides tuition assistance to students attending GBCC and Keene State College, the two institutions that played a significant role […]

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Community College System of NH to Honor the Stebbins Family with the Walter R. Peterson Award

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Concord, N.H. (February 5, 2026) – The Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) will present the 2026 Walter R. Peterson Award for Education and Public Service to the Stebbins family. The family, known for its strong and long-standing leadership in business and philanthropy in New Hampshire, will be recognized April 22 during Great Bay

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