Gordon MacDonald Resigns as Chief Justice of NH Supreme Court Saying He Accepts Responsibility for his Conduct
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“I believe this is in the best interest of the New Hampshire Judicial Branch. I accept responsibility and accountability for my conduct,” he wrote to Gov. Kelly Ayotte in a letter dated today, Sept. 15. He had been on a medical leave of absence.
Greater turtle protections sought after Hillsborough slayings
That’s why New Hampshire Turtle Rescue President Drew Stevens is pushing for greater legal protection for all of the state’s native turtle species.
How Poetry Can Save Your Life
Poems, first of all, are special feats of language, ways of using words that withdraw them from “news,” that is, from practical or useful functions in everyday communication.
Trump’s push to restrict mail ballots has failed.
The Supreme Court this week closed the chapter on one of President Donald Trump’s boldest efforts to reshape November’s elections — a plan that would have demanded a dramatic overhaul of the nation’s mail voting processes on what most election officials agreed was an impossibly short timeline.
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Dartmouth Health announces staff reductions
Representative Blasts State Abuse of Power in Marconi Saga
House Republicans Outline ‘Granite Guarantee’ If They Hold Majority in November
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Candidates and RNC Chair Joe Gruters Speak at the GOP Unity Breakfast in Concord
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New Hampshire U.S. Senate candidate John E. Sununu attended the state’s GOP unity breakfast alongside U.S. House candidate Anthony DiLorenzo, Republican National Committee chair Joe Gruters and New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte.
Energy
Liberty Utilities Says It Needs Rate Increase To Improve Modernization
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Liberty Utilities said to continue strengthening and modernizing its natural gas system in New Hampshire, it needs an increase in rates from its more than 100,000 customers.
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3 People Dead, 1 Seriously Injured In Apparent Head-On Motorcycle Crash
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Laconia Police Chief Matthew Canfield said two motorcycles collided on Route 3 in Laconia in the area of Funspot and the Looney Bin Saturday at about 11 p.m.
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Deceased Person Found on Banks of Merrimack River in Bedford
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Bedford Fire and Police were notified Saturday afternoon of a body that was spotted near the banks of the Merrimack River.
Education
Joyful Musings: Frame This Lovely Day in Newmarket
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Homemade aprons adorned volunteers and there was pride in simple work, a gorgeous day prompted laughter and lightheartedness, community and unity.
Business & Economy
From ‘blue wave’ heroes to early exits: What happened to the 2018 House Democrats
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Eight years ago, a blue wave swept dozens of Democrats into Congress, making them heroes of the resistance to President Donald Trump.
Business & Economy
NHFPI to Convene Policymakers, Experts, and Community Leaders for 2026 Budget and Policy Conference
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As state leaders prepare to develop the next two-year State Budget, the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute will bring together policymakers, researchers, advocates, journalists, and community leaders on Friday, December 4, 2026, for a full day of data-driven discussions about the issues and decisions that will shape the state’s next budget.
Business & Economy
2 Arrests in Historic Kimball Castle Fire in Gilford
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Following an extensive investigation by the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office, two people have been arrested in connection with the August 2025 incendiary fire at the historic Kimball Castle in Gilford.
Business & Economy
A look at false and misleading claims during the Republican midterm convention
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President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other Republican officials came together for a two-day convention this week to rally voters in advance of midterm elections in November.
Business & Economy
Dover Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11, Unveils New Memorial at Cocheco Mill Courtyard
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More than 100 people gathered at the Cocheco Mill Courtyard on Friday to honor the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and commemorate a new memorial to honor the lives lost and the work of first responders.
Business & Economy
Democrats Turn out 40,000 More Voters than Republicans in New Hampshire
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With both parties having hotly contested races for US Senate and US Representative seats, more than 40,000 Democrats turned out to cast ballots Tuesday than Republicans did.
Business & Economy
Goodlander Secures Intervening Status in PUC Hearing of Liberty Utilities Proposed Rate Hikes
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Saying nearly 100,000 New Hampshire ratepayers could see natural gas bills increase by more than 16 percent under Liberty Utilities proposed $35.8 million rate increase request, Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander, D-NH was successful Thursday in having the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission grant her request to intervene.
Obituary
Notable NH Deaths: Attorney Jack B. Middleton, Raymond Firefighter Eric Phillips, Yankee’s Jud Hale
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The people listed here passed away during the previous weeks and have some public or charitable connection to their community.
Arts and Entertainment
‘South Park’ creators Trey Parker, Matt Stone ‘rename’ show ‘South America’ in jab at Trump
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The statement comes as Trump, escalating his trade war with Canada, has declared he’s renaming Lake Ontario to be known as “Lake America” in the United States.
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Trump, hoping to salvage midterms, makes dubious pledge to give every US adult $5,000 if GOP wins
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President Donald Trump pledged Wednesday to send every American adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections, an extraordinary gambit to reverse his party’s sagging fortunes in November.
Business & Economy
First speakers at GOP midterm convention praise Trump ahead of president’s speech
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Republicans are gathering in Dallas on Wednesday for a highly unusual two-day midterm convention, a first for the party, that will put President Donald Trump at the center of this fall’s midterm elections.
Business & Economy
A Blueberry Farm By Another Name At Heart of Dispute
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A property line dispute turned into an existential struggle for a New Ipswich blueberry farmer, and she’s now fighting to keep her family business operating despite what she says is retaliation.
Courts & Corrections
AG: Bow Search Warrant Executed as Part of Human Trafficking Investigation
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Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the New Hampshire Department of Justice, the Bow Police Department, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations are continuing an investigation into suspected human trafficking and prostitution-related offenses at Yihong Spa, located at 699 Route 3A in Bow.
