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As America Turns 250, Whose Stories Do We Celebrate?

By Carlota de Almeida | 16 hours ago

This year marked the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Fireworks have come and gone as many across the United States celebrated July 4th, but a question remains: Whose stories are part of America’s story, and whose are left out?

Notable New Hampshire Deaths: National Heritage Fellow Dudley Laufman of Canterbury

The people listed here passed away during the previous weeks and have some public or charitable connection to their community.

Ayotte Signs 20 Bills, Including the Controversial Local School Budget Cap HB 1300

Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed 20 bills into law this week – including one of the most controversial HB 1300, which requires each municipality to include a question on the 2026 and 2028 ballots capping local school budgets “for a period of two years.”  She also vetoed three bills.

5.6 Million Dollar Smile

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Business & Economy

$29.6 M Settlement Secured with Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition

By Rep. David Preece and Gov. Ayotte news release | July 15, 2026

This figure reflects only the State’s allocation and does not include separate settlement funds available to eligible consumers who submit valid claims. Granite State consumers are encouraged to determine eligibility for compensation pursuant to the settlement.

Courts & Corrections

Advocates Ask Why State Seeks More Info on New Abuse Allegations at SYSC, But Ignores Recommendations

By Nancy West | July 14, 2026

The state has issued a request for information to assess operations at the troubled Sununu Youth Services Center raising questions about why it hasn’t acted on changes some advocates say need to be made immediately instead.

Courts & Corrections

No New Trial for Convicted YDC Abuser, Judge Rules

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | July 14, 2026

Convicted Sununu Youth Services Center abuser Brad Asbury is not getting a new trial as Hillsborough Superior Court Judge William Delker ruled there is no new evidence.

News

Mountaineer and Rescue Leader Rick Wilcox To Be Honored by Mount Washington Observatory Saturday

By PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org | July 14, 2026

Known as one of the most influential and accomplished American mountaineers, Rick Wilcox, 78, of Eaton will be honored by the Mount Washington Observatory at its 26th Annual Seek the Peak celebration at Wildcat Mountain on Saturday, July 18.

Courts & Corrections

Tulloch Gets 45 to Life As New Sentence for 2001 Double Murder

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | July 13, 2026

Instead of life in prison without parole, Robert Tulloch will be 62 by the time he is eligible for release in connection with the murders of two Dartmouth College professors in 2001.

Courts & Corrections

Shirley Ann ‘Tippy’ McBride’s 42nd Anniversary of 1984 Disappearance

By News Release | July 12, 2026

Forty-two years ago, on July 13, 1984, Shirley Ann was last seen leaving her sister’s apartment on Union Street in Concord. She was wearing light summer clothing at the time. When she vanished, she left behind her money, clothing, and all other personal effects.

Editorial Cartoons

Buh-bye!

By MIKE MARLAND | July 12, 2026
News

Stranded Hiker Roped Out of Huntington Ravine

By Sgt. Matthew Holmes, Fish and Game | July 12, 2026

On Sunday, July 12, technical rescue personnel responded to Mt. Washington to assist a hiker who was stuck on a steep rock slab in Huntington Ravine.

Health & Mental Health

Rescue Crews Help Injured Woman Off Mt. Washington

By Sgt. Matthew Holmes, Fish and Game | July 11, 2026

On Saturday, personnel from multiple rescue crews teamed up to help an injured woman get off of Mt. Washington to seek medical treatment.

News

Distant Dome: Ayotte’s Veto of Highway Plan Sets Off Lawmakers

By GARRY RAYNO, InDepthNH.org | July 11, 2026

Historically, there are two things a governor can do that really pisses off lawmakers, veto a hard-fought budget deal or the state’s 10-Year Highway Improvement Plan.

Business & Economy

Charges Dropped Against Controversial Libertarian Leader 

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | July 10, 2026

The criminal case against Libertarian firebrand Jeremy Kauffman is no more, much like Kauffman’s affiliation with the National Libertarian Party.

Business & Economy

Ayotte Signs Bill Paving Way for More Corporate Tax Cuts; Vetoes 10-Year-Highway Plan

By Nancy West | July 10, 2026

Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed HB 155 into law this week, legislation that Democrats say paves the way for another corporate tax cut and downshifts $26 million a year to local property taxpayers. She signed 37 other bills and vetoed five more.

Feature

Radio Free New Hampshire: A Little Light Work

By Michael Davidow | July 10, 2026

November beckons, our nation’s best chance to correct the course set by Donald Trump. We get new congress members, we get new governors.

Editorial Cartoons

Tee Is For Trump

By MIKE MARLAND | July 10, 2026
Business & Economy

State Secures Temporary Agreement To Open Northern Rail Trail

By News Release | July 10, 2026

Under the terms of the agreement, the trail will be open to the public by 6 p.m. Friday and will remain open while the litigation between the State and Leonard Caron, who erected the barriers, remains ongoing.

News

NH Center For Public Interest Journalism Needs You To Work For Us

By Nancy West | July 9, 2026

We are growing faster than I could have imagined. Our readers and supporters have really come through at every turn.

Courts & Corrections

Clegg Challenging Evidence in Double Homicide Again in New Supreme Court Appeal

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | July 9, 2026

Convicted killer Logan Clegg says police changed their story about the illegal use of cell phone data after the state Supreme Court ruled the searches unconstitutional.

Obituary

Notable New Hampshire Deaths: Proud Father Dana Lindberg Was Able To Witness Daughter’s Wedding

By Staff Report | July 9, 2026

The people listed here passed away during the previous weeks and have some public or charitable connection to their community.

Courts & Corrections

Jury Finds Man Guilty of Murdering His Girlfriend and Her Unborn Child

By Staff Report | July 9, 2026

A Carroll County jury on Thursday found William Kelly of Ossipee guilty of two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the Dec. 17, 2023, deaths of Christine Falzone, 33, and her unborn child, according to a news release from Attorney General John Formella.

Health & Mental Health

Renegotiated Doorway Contract for Upper Valley, Sullivan County Passes Council Muster After Scrutiny

By PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org | July 9, 2026

The Doorway will not shut in the Upper Valley and Sullivan County after an important health care contract to support those reaching out for help fighting substance abuse finally passed the Executive Council Wednesday.

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Our Featured NH Columnists

 

Michael Ferber
SPEAKING OF WORDS
By Michael Ferber

Beverly Stoddart
A NH LIFE
By Beverly Stoddart

Arnie Alpert
ACTIVE WITH THE ACTIVISTS
By Arnie Alpert of Canterbury

George Liset
WRITING ON THE FLY
By George Liset of Dover

Bob Charest
WHY YOU SHOULD CARE NH
By Bob Charest of Epsom

Michael Davidow
RADIO FREE NEW HAMPSHIRE
By Michael Davidow of Manchester

Monica Drahonovsky
MONICA READS
By Monica West

Susan Dromey Heeter
JOYFUL MUSINGS
By Susan Dromey Heeter of Dover

Harrigan
VIEW FROM ABOVE THE NOTCHES
By John Harrigan of Colebrook

Wayne D. King
THE VIEW FROM RATTLESNAKE RIDGE
By Wayne D. King of Rumney

D. Maurice Kreis
POWER TO THE PEOPLE
By D. Maurice Kreis

MIKE MARLAND CARTOONS
MIKE MARLAND CARTOONS

Garry Rayno
DISTANT DOME
By Garry Rayno of New London

Roger Wood
InDEPTHNH
By Roger Wood of Portsmouth

The Laurie List

Laurie Lists are called Exculpatory Evidence Schedules now. They are the secret lists containing the names of law enforcement officers in NH with a history of dishonesty, excessive force or instability.
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