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Flood Watch

By MIKE MARLAND | 3 hours ago

Distant Dome: Lessons to Be Learned from the Midterm Election

After taking a shellacking at the hands of New Hampshire voters, you would think Republican lawmakers might me somewhat contrite.

Speaking of Words: A Finger in the Dike

Most linguists take even the weirdest departures from normal usage in their stride, and decline to pass judgment on them. 

Update: Ground Stop Lifted After FAA Grounds Thousands of Flights Across the U.S., ‘No Indication’ of Cyberattack

Officials said the groundstop has been lifted.

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October State Revenues Continue Positive Streak
North Country Leaders Come Out To Thank Sen. Jeanne Shaheen for Her Service
Democrats are weighing impeachment of RFK Jr. while courting his supporters
Business & Economy

Texas Private Schools Hire Relatives and Enrich Insiders. Soon They Can Do It With Taxpayer Money.

By Lexi Churchill, ProPublica and The Texas Tribune, and Ellis Simani, ProPublica | August 14, 2025

Now, as the state (Texas) moves to spend at least $1 billion over the next two years on private education, lawmakers have imposed almost none of the accountability measures required of the public school system.

Education

Study: New Hampshire Ranks Last in the Nation for Public Higher Education Funding

By NHFPI Staff | August 14, 2025

A new analysis from the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute finds that New Hampshire continues to rank last in the nation for public higher education funding, raising concerns about rising tuition costs, cuts to education services, and the future of the state’s workforce.

Business & Economy

Flooding Reported in Merrimack

By Jeffrey Hastings | August 13, 2025

Merrimack was one of a number of communities that experienced intense rain, lightning and winds Wednesday afternoon.

Courts & Corrections

AG ID’s Keene Man Killed in Troopers-Involved Shooting

By News Release | August 13, 2025

One armored vehicle was equipped with a vehicle camera which recorded the event.  That footage is currently being preserved and will be reviewed.

From Pot to Domestic Violence to Chinese Investment in Nashua, Ayotte Answers the Media

By PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org | August 13, 2025

From reclassifying cannabis, to Chinese investment in a Nashua industrial park to the YDC settlement fund, to gaps in the New Hampshire system which allow domestic violence victims to fall through the cracks, Gov. Kelly Ayotte addressed reporters questions and said much of it requires more scrutiny Wednesday.

Business & Economy

Mars Candy Heiress Sues Lake Sunapee Contractor for $10 Million

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | August 13, 2025

Valerie Mars, billionaire heiress behind the Mars Bar candy fortune, is suing a Lake Sunapee property management company for $10 million, claiming she was scammed by owner Jim Bruss and his employees on a project including one meant to benefit the public.

Arts and Entertainment

Windows to the Wild Launches New Digital-First Season — Bite-Sized Adventures, Big Stories

By NH PBS | August 13, 2025

Starting Wednesday, August 13 at 6 PM, new stories will premiere weekly on YouTube and the PBS App, offering short, inspiring journeys into the wild corners of our region.

Arts and Entertainment

Lakes and Mountains and Fun Focus of Executive Council Meeting at Mount Sunapee

By PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org | August 13, 2025

NEWBURY – New Hampshire’s natural resources, from its mountains enjoyed for hiking, foliage and skiing to its lakes which provide swimming, sailing, and year-round fishing were the focus of a meeting of Gov. Kelly Ayotte and the state’s five-member Executive Council here Wednesday.

Courts & Corrections

AG Pamela Bondi Appoints Erin Creegan Interim U.S. Attorney for the District of NH

By Nancy West | August 13, 2025

Erin Creegan has been appointed as the Interim United States Attorney for the District of New Hampshire. United States Attorney Creegan was appointed to the position by United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi on Aug. 11, effective today.

News

Sen. Bernie Sanders Is Keynote Speaker for 2025 New Hampshire AFL-CIO Labor Day Breakfast

By News Release | August 13, 2025

The New Hampshire AFL-CIO is proud to announce that U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) will be our keynote speaker for the 2025 Labor Day Breakfast, to be held on Monday, September 1.

Education

Three finalists selected for New Hampshire’s 2026 Teacher of the Year

By News Release | August 12, 2025

 The New Hampshire Teacher of the Year selection committee is pleased to announce the three finalists for New Hampshire’s 2026 Teacher of the Year.

Courts & Corrections

Ayotte To Nominate U.S. Marshal Hart Next Department of Corrections Commissioner

By Nancy West | August 12, 2025

Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced she will nominate William R. Hart to serve as the state’s next Department of Corrections Commissioner. 

Courts & Corrections

Teen To Plead Guilty In Family Murders

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | August 12, 2025

The Northfield teen charged with murdering his sister-in-law and two nephews, Eric Sweeney, signed an intent to plead guilty on Tuesday.

News

Woman Who Died in Heavy Fire, Explosions Identified

By News Release | August 12, 2025

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has confirmed the identity of the victim as Barbara E. Sears, 63, of Deerfield. Sears’ cause and manner of death are pending.

News

Electrical Workers to Hold Informational Picket at Eversource Headquarters Wednesday

By News Release | August 12, 2025

Members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1837 will hold an informational picket at Eversource headquarters, 780 North Commercial Street, Manchester, NH on Wednesday, August 13, from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Arts and Entertainment

New England BIPOC Fest at Strawbery Banke

By News Release | August 12, 2025

Organized by Cultivate, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, this festival furthers the mission of fostering conversations and collective action around equity and social justice.

Courts & Corrections

Contempt Charge Hangs Over Man Who Claims Wrongful Conviction; Broken Family Speaks Out

By DAMIEN FISHER, InDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) | August 11, 2025

A man convicted of heinous crimes. A family ripped apart. Children subjected to a life in abusive foster care. Grandchildren struggling to navigate the world after growing up in unstable homes. And all of it may have been based on lies.

Feature

Speaking of Words: The Letter R      

By Michael Ferber | August 11, 2025

Is it possible to write an interesting column about the letter R? Maybe not, but I’m going to try.

Courts & Corrections

Councilor Stevens Raises Issues About Berlin Murder-Suicide; Judicial Branch Responds

By PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org | August 11, 2025

Executive Councilor Janet Stevens, R-Rye, says the state’s law enforcement community and the Judicial Branch are not doing enough to help save domestic violence victims from further harm, like Sandra Marisol Fuentes Huaracha of Berlin, who was killed by her husband last month while he was out on bail.

Courts & Corrections

Manchester Police Investigate Swastika On Local Business Door

By News Release | August 11, 2025

In the early morning hours of August 7, 2025, a swastika was found drawn on the front door of the establishment.

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Recent Op-Eds

  • Distant Dome: Lessons to Be Learned from the Midterm Election
    By GARRY RAYNO, InDepthNH.org | 18 hours ago

  • Op-Ed: The Third Branch of Government.
    By Joseph P. Nadeau, John T. Broderick, Jr., Linda S. Dalianis | November 12, 2026

  • Op-Ed: What Are Key Challenges Facing New Hampshire as We Head into 2027?
    By Phil Sletten | November 12, 2026

  • Op-Ed: Dave Scanlan Stood Up to Trump, Stands Up for New Hampshire
    By RICH GULLA | November 11, 2026

  • Op-Ed: Healing May Actually Be Possible
    By John T. Broderick | November 10, 2026

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Obituaries

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

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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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Under fire: The Secure Psychiatric Unit at the men’s prison incarcerates men and a few women who suffer from mental illness. Some aren’t even charged with crime.
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