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16 recounts for New Hampshire House races underway
Election officials in New Hampshire have officially commenced 16 recounts for various state House races. These proceedings follow the recent general election, as candidates seek to verify vote tallies in closely…
Ayotte joins New England governors in urging boost to heating aid
New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte has joined other New England governors in urging increased funding for heating assistance. The appeal comes as households prepare for colder weather and seek help with energy costs. The…
New Hampshire leaders oppose potential treatment court cuts
New Hampshire leaders are opposing potential cuts to the state’s treatment courts, which connect eligible defendants with treatment and supervision rather than relying solely on incarceration. The dispute centers on the…
Feds announces $204M in rural health funds for NH
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services awarded New Hampshire $204.3 million for the second year of the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced. The state says earlier funding…
Former Hinsdale selectman sentenced for embezzlement
Michael Darcy, a former Hinsdale selectboard member, was sentenced Tuesday in federal court in Concord to 15 months in prison for stealing about $345,000 from his employer, Phelps Company Hardware. Darcy pleaded guilty…
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Marijuana legalization effort expected after Dems take NH Legislature
Democrats’ expected control of the New Hampshire Legislature is likely to revive efforts to legalize marijuana in the state. The proposal is anticipated after the party’s gains, but no bill passage or final legislative…
Wearing blaze orange is the No. 1 way to stay safe while hiking this hunting season
Outdoor enthusiasts in New Hampshire are being urged to wear fluorescent orange clothing while hiking or spending time in the woods during hunting season. A bright orange hat, vest or jacket helps hunters and other…
Concord Hospital Medical Group joins statewide lung cancer screening awareness campaign
Concord Hospital Medical Group has joined a statewide campaign to raise awareness of lung cancer screening. The effort aims to encourage eligible people to learn about screening and its role in detecting lung cancer…
Laconia Man, With Several Priors, Faces 3 Fentanyl Charges: Merrimack County Superior Court Indictments
A Merrimack County grand jury has indicted several people on felony charges, including a Laconia man accused of possessing fentanyl in Concord. The indictments also include a Concord man charged with fentanyl and…
As deer season starts, NH has lots of deer and lots of hunters
New Hampshire hunters harvested a record 14,387 white-tailed deer in 2025, the largest total in state records dating to 1922. Archers accounted for about a third of the harvest, while muzzleloader hunters took roughly…
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NH trans teens ask federal judge to pause rule banning Medicaid-funded gender-affirming care
Transgender teenagers from New Hampshire are asking a federal judge to temporarily block a federal rule barring Medicaid funding for most gender-affirming care for minors. The rule, issued by the Trump administration in…
New Hampshire unveils First for Veterans license plate to fund veteran programs
New Hampshire has unveiled a “First for Veterans” license plate intended to raise money for programs supporting veterans. The initiative gives motorists a way to contribute through the plate, with proceeds directed…
Former EMT Gets Prison Time In Child Assault Case
A New Hampshire Patch roundup reports that former Salem, Massachusetts, EMT David Trainor pleaded guilty Monday to first-degree child assault and witness-tampering charges stemming from a 2022 case in Concord. The…
Trans teens ask judge to pause ban of fed-funded gender-affirming care
A group of transgender teenagers in New Hampshire is suing the federal government to challenge a new rule that bans Medicaid funding for most gender-affirming care for minors. U.S. District Court Judge Steven McAuliffe…
Register now for Snowmobile and OHRV Safety Classes
Registration is now open for upcoming snowmobile and Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) safety classes. These mandatory courses are designed to educate operators on safe riding practices, state regulations, and…
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Former Salem Mass. EMT Pleads Guilty To First-Degree Child Assault Charges In Concord NH: Follow-Up
David Trainor, a former EMT from Salem, Massachusetts, pleaded guilty in Merrimack County Superior Court to first-degree assault and witness tampering charges related to the 2022 abuse of his young daughter in Concord…
New Hampshire Night Sky: Mysterious Flashes Possible Nov. 16-18
New Hampshire residents can look forward to potential meteor activity as the Leonid meteor shower peaks between November 16 and 18. Caused by debris from Comet Tempel-Tuttle, the event may feature bright fireballs and…
Local N.H. house race headed for a vote recount
A local race for Cheshire House District 18 in New Hampshire is headed for a vote recount on November 20 following razor-thin margins in the recent midterm elections. Democrats Allen Davis and Rory Lovett Sherman…
Robert Tourigny, Harrison Kanzler & Nick Taylor: Federal budget maneuver threatens NH housing
A federal budget maneuver is raising concerns among local officials regarding its potential negative impact on housing initiatives in New Hampshire. The article highlights the tension between federal fiscal policy and…
Marine Corps Flag Raised At Statehouse
The United States Marine Corps celebrated its 251st birthday with a flag-raising ceremony at the Statehouse in Concord, New Hampshire. The event was part of a series of community activities listed in the local Patch…
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Officials say no major disruptions at NH polls — and no complaints about celebs
New Hampshire state officials reported no major disruptions during Tuesday’s midterm elections despite record turnout. The Department of Justice confirmed that celebrity appearances at polling locations, some reportedly…
Concord holds off Salem, advances to play Windham in Division I football quarterfinals
Concord defeated Salem in a hard-fought football game, securing their spot in the Division I quarterfinals. The team will now advance to face Windham in the next round of the playoffs. This victory highlights Concord's…
Gen-Z legislators discuss motivation to get active in NH politics
Young legislators from the Gen-Z generation are discussing their motivations for entering the political arena in New Hampshire. These representatives are highlighting the importance of youth engagement in local…
Deep drought fuels NH forest fire that has reached historic scale
A severe, long-standing drought has fueled a massive forest fire in New Hampshire, which has now reached a historic scale. Firefighters are struggling to contain the blaze as dry conditions continue to exacerbate the…
NH man indicted for role in Ponzi scheme
A Pelham man, Kevin Patel, has been indicted on three counts of wire fraud in connection with an alleged Ponzi scheme. According to federal authorities, Patel solicited approximately $2 million in investments from…
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Salem's wild comeback comes up just short, Blue Devils fall to Concord
Salem High's ambitious comeback attempt fell just short in a hard-fought game against Concord. Despite a late-game surge that saw the Blue Devils cover 98 yards in the final minutes, they were unable to secure the win…
Letter: The election was a rebuke of NHGOP
A recent letter to the editor characterizes the latest election results as a significant rebuke of the New Hampshire Republican Party (NHGOP). The author argues that the outcome reflects widespread voter dissatisfaction…
Patrick Hynes: What Ayotte and Question 2 victories tell us
Patrick Hynes analyzes the recent election results, focusing on the victories of Ayotte and the outcome of Question 2. The commentary explores the implications of these results for the political landscape in New…
Concord Teen Arrested On Indecent Exposure, Mischief, And Breach Of Bail Charges: Concord Police Log
Concord police have reported several recent arrests, including charges for indecent exposure, criminal mischief, and breach of bail involving a local teenager. Other entries in the police log detail arrests for criminal…