LANCASTER — An upcoming dance for young people aged 11-17 could be the ticket to alleviate occasional bouts of isolation in rural northern New Hampshire.

The physical beauty of Coos County draws people to this region, including those who settle here and raise families, some dating back decades. There is a downside, though — the distance between communities and very limited public transportation for those not old enough to drive can exacerbate loneliness.

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