Jay Lucas

NH News

He bought the local paper to help his hometown. Now, he's being blamed for its demise.

Todd Bookman

Jay Lucas, a venture capitalist from Portsmouth, sought to reinvigorate Newport, New Hampshire with the promise of positive energy and a revitalized Eagle Times newspaper. Some people in town now blame him for the paper's collapse — and are raising questions about other promises Lucas has made to help turn Newport around.

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