Supporters of the measure, who announced the bipartisan action at a press conference Monday in the Legislative Office Building, said now is the time to join neighboring states such as Maine and Vermont to enshrine abortion as a right, here, rather than leave the state to the whims of one legislature or the next.
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Lawsuit: Safety Commissioner Quinn Covered for Friend in Sex Harassment Investigation
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Commissioner Robert Quinn and top staff at New Hampshire’s Department of Safety are embroiled in another legal mess, as a new lawsuit alleges sexual harassment, cover up, and retaliation.
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NH Newspaper Publisher Convicted
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According to prosecutors, Paul repeatedly broke the law when publishing ads for local political candidates and warrant articles in the Londonderry Times and the Nutfield News. The Nutfield News has since ceased publication.
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LGBTQ+ Rights Caught in the Cross-Hairs as Culture Wars Rage in Small-Town Meetings and NH Legislature
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As controversial transgender legislation moves to the next Congressional session, concerns surface for LGBTQ+ rights here at home amid a backlash from people ideologically opposed to gender identity and sexual orientation changes in education and state policy.
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Most NH Ski Areas Open By This Weekend; 3 Million Visitors Expected In Winter
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At least 10 ski areas are currently open. Even a few Nordic centers which have to rely primarily on natural snow, including Jackson Ski Touring Foundation and Great Glen Trails at the base of Mount Washington, are open.
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Manchester Central High Placed in Stay-in-Place Status Thursday After Suspicious Death
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Manchester Police are actively investigating an assault, but have determined that it is NOT
school related.
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AG’s Office Questioned Rep. McGhee About Her Comments On Merner and House Leaders
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State Rep. Kat McGhee, D- Hollis, said Wednesday that she was interviewed last week by the Attorney General’s Office about statements she made about former Republican Rep. Troy Merner, who has since resigned and been arrested.
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Lawsuit Alleges Cover-Up of FPU Teacher Harassing and Assaulting Females Students
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The student, who is suing under the name Jane Doe, claims Jeffrey Waldron made racist and sexist comments, denigrated students with disabilities, and touched female students during class without their consent.
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Legislative Ethics Panel Votes To Allow Withdrawal of One Complaint, Advises in Another
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Murray sought future guidance on whether she should vote on legislation even indirectly related to her employment by the Reproductive Freedom Fund of New Hampshire.
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NH Republicans File 15-Day Abortion Ban Bill
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The bill, which will be heard on the House floor when the 2024 session begins in January prohibits abortion if the fetus is older than 15 days from conception.