Education
Legislators Disagree About Religious Activities in Public Schools
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religious activities of teachers and students in public school
State Education Board Adopts Controversial New Rules
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After more than an hour of fine-tuning the proposed overhaul of the rules governing the state education minimum standards, the State Board of Education unanimously adopted its controversial proposal Wednesday.
Absolute Clauses: Sometimes Just the Right Thing To Say
“All things considered” is another common example, so common that since 1971 it has been the name of a news program on National Public Radio. Here the participle is “considered.”
Nominee for Fish and Game Director Praised at Public Hearing
Dr. Stephanie L. Simek, Washington state’s expert on large game carnivores, including cougars and wolves, answered questions of the state’s Executive Council Tuesday as she is the governor’s pick to run the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department as its new executive director.
NHCJE’s Icon Series: Where Art Meets Justice and Equity
This series pays tribute to those who have paved the way for equity and justice across various fronts, including civil rights, racial justice, disability rights, LGBTQ+ rights, workers’ rights, and more.
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Sex Assault Trial Cancelled and Some Charges Dropped Against Ex-Jail Guard
State Gets $65M for Groundwater from PFAS Manufacturers; Private Well Cleanup in Litigation
With Coal Plant Slated for Closure, Climate Activists Set Sights on ‘Peakers’
Business & Economy
ATV Advocates and Opponents Testified on Bills at Packed Hearings
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Seven bills were heard on Wednesday dealing with the increased use of All-Terrain Vehicles, including how to accommodate continued growth and environmental concerns.
News
Manchester 7-Year-Old to Compete in Ninja World Championships
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Ninja obstacles are not the only obstacles Hunter has conquered. Hunter was born premature, weighing just over 2 pounds, and with a condition called Microtia which translates to “little ear.”
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Lawmakers Mull Creating Independent Commission To Draw Political Boundaries
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The bill is nearly identical to one that passed the Senate unanimously last year and the House with bipartisan support, but Gov. Chris Sununu vetoed.
Feature
Bolton Cartoon
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Homegrown editorial cartoonist Mike Marland is keeping a watchdog eye on the State House in Concord and White House in Washington, D.C.
Business & Economy
Bill Would End Some Property Tax Exemptions for Big Power Plants
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Large power generating plants do not have to pay local property taxes on components that are used for air or water pollution, but one lawmaker wants to change that.
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Committee Hears Sununu-Backed Bill To Protect Vulnerable Adults
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Joe Hannon of the Gun Owners of New Hampshire, said he is eager to work with the committee this week to find language to protect Second Amendment rights.
Business & Economy
Lawmakers Hear Criticism of Bill Meant To Protect Animals
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It is among a handful of bills being considered this session involving animals.
Feature
Opinion: Lincoln Soldati Backs Mayor Pete for President
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Pete Buttigieg brings many admirable qualities and experiences to his run for the presidency. This is especially true when contrasted with the current White House occupant.
Education
School Funding Study Commission Is Taking Shape
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The commission has less than a year to develop a more equitable formula to distribute state aid to schools.
Health & Mental Health
2 People Isolated and Tested in NH for Coronavirus After Travel To China
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State: here are currently two individuals in New Hampshire with recent travel to Wuhan City, China, who have developed respiratory symptoms and are currently undergoing testing for novel coronavirus.
News
Deval Patrick Launches ‘Meet the Moment’ 6-Day NH Bus Tour
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From January 30th until February 4th, Governor Patrick will tour New Hampshire on his “Meet the Moment” bus tour, meet with voters, and share his vision for renewing the American Dream for everyone, everywhere.
Feature
Monica Reads: Johnson’s ‘Churchill’ Is a Must
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You will be engrossed when you read the question, “Did Churchill save Britain?”
Business & Economy
Everything You Want To Know About Your Property Tax, But Were Afraid To Ask
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Should volunteer firefighters and EMTs get a property tax exemption?
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Kuster and Team Campaign For Buttigieg Across NH
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Today, U.S. Representative Annie Kuster, Dayton, Ohio Mayor Nan Whaley, Hartford, Connecticut Mayor Luke Bronin, and former Houston, Texas Mayor Annise Parker will campaign for Pete Buttigieg in New Hampshire.
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Wayne King On Lamar Alexander’s ‘Howard Baker Moment’ at Impeachment
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As the impeachment trial of Donald J. Trump proceeds, the public polling numbers in support of calling witnesses tick up daily with more than 75% of Americans now expressing a desire that the Senate call witnesses, John Bolton among them, to testify.
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Opinion: NH Dems Chair Ray Buckley on Stunning RNC Committeeman Election
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“This is a stunning rebuke of Sununu, who has campaigned tirelessly for Duprey over the past few weeks, and we look forward to seeing him and his party continue to embrace radical, anti-women positions that will make them lose even bigger in November.”
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Opinion: Ager Defeats Duprey For Committeeman Post in Stunning Setback for NHGOP Establishment
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After the results were announced, Duprey called for a unanimous vote on behalf of Ager and immediately resigned his position.
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Impeachment Distraction Leads To NH Surrogate Invasion: FITN 2020 Roundup
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Non-Senate first-in-the-nation primary candidates campaign across the state — with one hitting the slopes. Watch: Weld on a divided nation.