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human-interest2 years ago•5 min saved

"Secret Millionaire: New Hampshire Man's Surprising Legacy Revealed After His Death"

Geoffrey Holt, a caretaker of a mobile home park in Hinsdale, New Hampshire, lived a simple life with no car, minimal furniture, and few possessions. However, upon his death, it was revealed that Holt was a multimillionaire and had left his entire fortune of $3.8 million to the town of Hinsdale. The money will be used to benefit the community in areas such as education, health, recreation, and culture. Holt's generous donation has surprised and delighted the residents of Hinsdale, who are now considering various ideas for utilizing the funds to improve their town.

via KOMO News|

#generous-donation #geoffrey-holt #hinsdale

human-interest2 years ago•6 min saved

Generous Trailer-Park Caretaker Leaves Secret Multimillion-Dollar Gift to New Hampshire Town

Geoffrey Holt, an unassuming caretaker of a mobile home park in Hinsdale, New Hampshire, shocked the town by leaving his entire $3.8 million fortune to benefit the community in the areas of education, health, recreation, and culture. Holt, who lived a simple life and had no immediate family, had kept his wealth a secret and gave no indication of his financial success. The town is now considering various ways to utilize the generous gift, including upgrading the town hall clock, restoring buildings, and setting up an online drivers' education course.

via Fortune|

#generous-gift #geoffrey-holt #hinsdale

human-interest2 years ago•6 min saved

Frugal NH Man Leaves Surprise $3.8M Fortune to Small Town

Geoffrey Holt, a caretaker of a mobile home park in Hinsdale, New Hampshire, lived a simple life and was known for his frugality. However, upon his death, it was revealed that he was a multimillionaire and left his entire fortune of $3.8 million to the town of Hinsdale. The money will be used to benefit the community in areas such as education, health, recreation, and culture. Holt's generous gift has surprised and delighted the residents of Hinsdale, who are now considering various ideas for utilizing the funds.

via NBC10 Boston|

#geoffrey-holt #hinsdale #human-interest

human-interest2 years ago•5 min saved

"Secret Millionaire: New Hampshire Man's Surprising Legacy Revealed After His Death"

Geoffrey Holt, an unassuming caretaker of a mobile home park in Hinsdale, New Hampshire, lived a simple life with no car, minimal furniture, and few possessions. However, upon his death, it was revealed that Holt was a multimillionaire who had quietly amassed a fortune. In his will, he left $3.8 million to the town of Hinsdale to benefit the community in areas such as education, health, recreation, and culture. The town is now considering various ideas for utilizing the funds, including upgrading the town hall clock, restoring buildings, and setting up an online drivers' education course. Holt's generous gift has brought attention to the forgotten corner of New Hampshire and may help put Hinsdale on the map.

via ABC News|

#geoffrey-holt #hinsdale #human-interest

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Millionaire's Elaborate Escape Plan to French Castle Foiled by Authorities

John Manchec, a multimillionaire with dual U.S. and French citizenship, planned an elaborate escape from a Florida jail to return to France, where he had fled previously to avoid child pornography charges. The plan involved his employees pepper-spraying prison guards during a medical visit and taking him to his private plane. However, the plot was foiled after a tip-off from one of the people involved. Manchec remains in jail with additional charges related to the escape, along with two inmates and two employees who were also arrested and charged with conspiracy.

via NBC News|

#child-pornography #crime #escape-plot

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Florida Sheriff Foils Millionaire's Elaborate Jail Escape Plan to Flee to French Castle

John Manchec, a multimillionaire with dual U.S. and French citizenship, was arrested in 2014 on 49 child pornography charges but fled to France to avoid prosecution. He was eventually arrested in the Dominican Republic in 2020 and returned to Florida. Recently, authorities foiled his plan to escape jail and return to France. The plan involved his employees pepper-spraying prison guards during a medical visit and taking him to his private plane. Manchec remains in jail with additional charges related to the escape, and two inmates and two employees were also arrested and charged with conspiracy.

via The Associated Press|

#child-pornography #crime #florida

human-interest2 years ago•1 min saved

Formerly Homeless Woman Wins $5 Million Lottery Scratch-Off

Lucia Forseth, who was homeless six years ago, won $5 million from a Scratchers ticket she bought at a Walmart Supercenter in Pittsburg, California. Forseth plans to buy a house with her winnings and invest the rest of the money. The California Lottery's mission is to raise additional funding for public education, and Forseth's success story showcases the positive impact of their games on winners and schools alike.

via GMA|

#california-lottery #homelessness #human-interest

human-interest2 years ago•1 min saved

From Homelessness to Riches: Woman Wins $5 Million Lottery

Lucia Forseth, who was homeless six years ago, won $5 million from a Scratchers ticket she bought at a Walmart Supercenter in Pittsburg, California. Forseth plans to buy a house with her winnings and invest the rest of the money. She said, "Being homeless just six years ago, I never thought it would happen to someone like me." The California Lottery's sole mission is to raise additional funding for public education.

via ABC News|

#california #homelessness #human-interest