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Granite Geek: Keeping track of a tiny beast that would make a cute Beanie Baby — for science!
A short distance behind Kearsarge High School sits a small part of a continent-wide effort to understand a species that has one very important trait: Cuteness. “Oh, they’re just adorable,” said Carrie Deegan of the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests as she led a group of spectators, including me, to the Black […]
Republicans were hoping to flip this New Hampshire Senate seat – will Trump get in the way?
Republican John Sununu tries to distance himself from unpopular president in race against Chris Pappas that has gone from ‘toss-up to ‘lean Democrat’
Writers give final views on candidates, parties and politics: Letters
Readers make their closing arguments on candidates and political issues in Maine and New Hampshire as voters head to the polls.
NH's Business: NH Public Policy and State Budget
Fred Kocher sits down with Gene Martin, the executive director of the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute.
This Republican Wants Voters to Consider a Post-Trump World
John E. Sununu, the Republican Senate candidate in New Hampshire, has the president’s endorsement but is keeping him at arm’s length.
NH AG orders Mass. printer, D.C. firm to stop anonymous Sena...
New Hampshire’s AG ordered two out-of-state firms to halt anonymous Senate-race mailers as an investigation into missing disclosures continues.
NH AG issues cease-and-desist over anonymous political mailers
The ads fail to identify the person or entity responsible in accordance with state and federal law, according to New Hampshire’s attorney general.
The Big Question: How has sports wagering shown up in your life?
New Hampshire is expecting record-breaking amounts of money spent on sports wagering this year.
Op-Ed: What if falling test scores have little to do with our public schools, and everything to do with NH politics?
New Hampshire is asking its schools to hold back the flood while it pulls away the sandbags
Your Weekly Michigan Political Brief
State Rep. Sean McCann (D-Kalamazoo), who is seeking to unseat U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga in Michigan’s 4th Congressional District, has been endorsed by six former Republican members of Congress, including former U.S. Senator Gordon Humphrey (R-New Hampshire) and former U.S. Reps. Jim Greenwood (R-Pennsylvania), Claudine Schneider (R-Rhode Island), Chris Shays (R-Connecticut), Peter Smith (R-Vermont), and Steve […]
Small business owners crave stability as inflation, trade war fallout stifle main street
Thinking ahead to the results of midterm elections, two New Hampshire small business owners said they expect whoever wins to follow through on the responsibility of elected officials to make life better — or at the very least, to not make t…
Ayotte-Warmington 2026 Debate: Business taxes
New Hampshire gubernatorial candidates Kelly Ayotte and Cinde Warmington discuss how their budgets would treat business taxes. They also share whether they would consider restoring the I&D tax.
Five Takeaways From the New Hampshire Senate Debate
Representative Chris Pappas and former Senator John E. Sununu both stressed their willingness to buck their parties on occasion. Neither had kind words for President Trump.
13th annual Distiller's Showcase of Premium Spirits is Nov. ...
New Hampshire’s Distiller’s Week runs Nov. 2–6, culminating in the Nov. 5 Distiller’s Showcase in Manchester, where proceeds benefit the New Hampshire Food Bank...
Goodlander-Tang Williams 2026 debate: Mental health and shootings
New Hampshire 2nd Congressional District candidates Maggie Goodlander and Lily Tang Williams address whether they think Congress can do anything more to address mental health issues linked to shootings.
Small business owners crave stability as inflation, trade war fallout stifle main street
Hung near the entrance of Hermit Woods Winery and Eatery in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire are maps where customers are invited.
New Hampshire political dynasty boosts John E. Sununu in Senate bid
Political dynasty is front and center as Republican John E. Sununu seeks to retake his old Senate seat in a close-fought race against Democratic Representative Chris Pappas.
Political ads flood airwaves in Vermont, New York and New Hampshire
Campaigns in Vermont, New York and New Hampshire are airing a flood of political ads. Why one expert says Vermont sees fewer negative ones.
Xfinity and Comcast Business Reliable, High-Speed Internet Now Available in Franklin, New Hampshire
PORTSMOUTH, N.H., October 27, 2026--Xfinity and Comcast Business high-speed, reliable Internet now available to more than 4,300 homes and businesses in Franklin, NH.
Kate Tarbox elected president of Central New Hampshire Chamb...
Kate Tarbox will lead the Central New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce board for 2026-28, working to strengthen business connections across the 23 towns it serves.
NH candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, Congress clash over...
At a Manchester forum, New Hampshire candidates clashed over housing, energy, healthcare and other costs as affordability emerged as voters’ central concern. ...
Ramaswamy built his political career in NH. It's faltering in Ohio.
Many New Englanders remember Ramaswamy from his mad-dash presidential campaign in New Hampshire. Will his political career survive a tumultuous run for Ohio governor?
John Sununu is running on his family’s legacy in New Hampshire. His brother is staying on the sidelines
The campaign signs across New Hampshire read “Sununu” in block letters.
No. 2 Michigan State Stunned by New Hampshire
The Wildcats bullied the nation’s top-ranked offense, stifling elite NHL prospects and outshooting the Spartans 34-14 to expose glaring weaknesses in Michigan State's early-season championship aspirations.
NH News Recap: Health insurance changes and a new season of Bear Brook
Looming changes to Medicaid and Medicare in New Hampshire are leaving recipients with questions, and the first episodes of the latest season of NHPR podcast "Bear Brook" are now available.
Supreme Court allows New Hampshire to fully ban student IDs for voting in midterms
The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for New Hampshire to fully ban the use of student IDs for voting during the midterm elections.
(Opinion) Dartmouth Health urges investment in youth mental health in New Hampshire
Dartmouth Health has been putting its shoulders to the wheel to improve the lives of young people.
Dismas Home of New Hampshire names Angel Colarusso philanthropy director
Colarusso will lead fundraising as the organization expands its residential capacity and completes its $2.5 million capital campaign
Supreme Court backs Republicans on New Hampshire voter IDs
(Bloomberg) — The U.S. Supreme Court lifted a ruling that would have allowed use of student-ID cards to help show eligibility to vote in New Hampshire, siding with Republicans in a state where Democrats are defending a Senate seat next...
Supreme Court says New Hampshire can limit use of student IDs for voting
The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed New Hampshire officials to limit when voters may use a student ID to receive a ballot, agreeing that a lower court ruling that blocked enforcement of the policy was too close to Election Day.
Supreme Court says New Hampshire student IDs can’t be used to vote in November
The high court said a federal judge should not have changed the rules so close to the Nov. 3 election by blocking guidance issued by New Hampshire’ secretary of state.
Chris Pappas Could Make History in New Hampshire’s Senate Race
Chris Pappas, the Democratic nominee in New Hampshire, would be the first openly gay man in the Senate. On the campaign trail, he doesn’t dwell on it.
Haverhill, Southern New Hampshire Chambers Plan Joint Business After Hours
The Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce is joining with the Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours next week at Wicked Sticky Designs. Members of the two chambers will network; get a behind-the-scenes look at Wicked Sticky Designs, producer of wide format printing, vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, banners and decals; and enjoy
Famous Dems campaign for Pappas as NH's crucial Senate race hits final stretch
Two weeks until Election Day and New Hampshire's U.S. Senate race is at a boiling point.
How a walk in the woods can be good for mental health
Ever wonder why a walk through the woods can be such a mood booster? Research from the University of New Hampshire shows that it can be as simple as the sounds people experience in nature, people's awareness ...
Spurred by Pulitzer Prize-winner's visit, business leaders grapple with state's housing crisis
The capital of Georgia — a city of more than 500,000 people nearly 1,200 miles away, where African-Americans outnumber their white counterparts — bears a striking similarity to New Hampshire’s capital. In Atlanta, like in Concord and countless municipalities across the country, housing costs have far eclipsed what working people can afford. Brian Goldstone, journalist […]
29,000 Granite Staters Could Lose Their Health Coverage, New Study Says
A new study by the NH Fiscal Policy Institute indicates from 23,000 to 29,000 New Hampshire residents will lose their Medicaid health insurance coverage by 2028 under new federal and state regulations and requirements set to begin Jan. 1.
Northern NH maternal health organizations receive grants from border commission
The Women of the Mountains Birth Initiative, also known as WOMB, and Families Flourish Northeast Inc. received $119,705 to help tackle the maternal health crisis in northern New Hampshire, the Northern Border Regional Commission announced.
Newsom makes NH stop to support Democrats
California Gov. Newsom joined New Hampshire Congressman Chris Pappas on the campaign trail Saturday to rally volunteers and supporters across the Granite State.
2028 Presidential ‘Shadow Primary’ Descends on the Midterm Elections
The schedule is especially packed in New Hampshire, an early presidential nominating state where there is a competitive Senate race Democrats are flocking to this month.
In Concord, RFK Jr. renews attack on hep B vaccine that inspired state anti-vaccine bill
In a visit to Concord Friday, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cast doubt on the safety of the hepatitis B vaccine but wouldn’t comment on state legislation in New Hampshire that his agency inspired.
BIA's 113th annual dinner and awards celebration
Bruce Berke, Donnalee Lozeau and Bring Back the Trades were honored at BIA’s 113th annual dinner for their contributions to New Hampshire.
RFK Jr. allocates $11M for NH rural health services
RFK Jr. announces $11 million for New Hampshire rural health, supporting mobile EMS and reducing hospital overcrowding.
Opinion | Is Politics Still Local in New England?
Maine’s Susan Collins and New Hampshire’s John E. Sununu hope to buck a likely Democratic trend.
Ayotte calls on X to suspend NH Libertarian Party’s account for calling for political violence
Gov. Kelly Ayotte called for X to suspend the Libertarian Party of New Hampshire’s account after it posted the latest in a series of calls for political violence.
A paycheck for lawmakers is on the ballot
New York state legislators make $142,000 a year. New Hampshire state representatives and senators make $100. Legislators in 47 other states are paid a yearly salary in between those two
Find Halloween fun across New Hampshire
New Hampshire’s Halloween calendar is packed with trick-or-treating, zombie dancing, haunted trails and spooky shows, with events running through early November...
Commentary: New Hampshire sure is beautiful this time of year, apolitically speaking
It’s mid-October, and New Hampshire has never been more stunning. How stunning? The autumn reds and golds are barely muted by the pall of another election season. Not that this campaign cycle hasn’t tried its soulless best to drape the landscape in gray.
Newsom heads to New Hampshire to stump for Democrats
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's trip follows voyages to other early primary voting states that could be critical to his campaign if he officially joins the 2028 presidential contest.
Fed rate hike not likely to impact NH economy
Interest rate hike? What interest rate hike? The move by the Federal Reserve to hike a key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point (0.25%) has provoked a big yawn in the New Hampshire economy.
GO-NORTH ‘cautiously optimistic’ ahead of federal rescoring of rural health program
When the federal government announced how much money it was giving New Hampshire as part of its Rural Health Transformation Program, Granite State leaders bragged that the state secured more funding than any other New England state.
A political Rorschach test: Pappas's DC record is up for interpretation in Senate race
Pappas' four terms representing New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District are his main credential as he runs for Senate. But critics say Pappas’ Washington record lacks major accomplishment.
Jeffries calls New Hampshire seat key to House control
Hakeem Jeffries called New Hampshire’s open 1st District seat critical to House control as he campaigned with Democrat Stefany Shaheen. House Speaker Mike Johns...
Commentary: Healthcare is broken, and it's time for leaders in New Hampshire and the nation to act
Standing outside the New Hampshire State House on Tuesday morning, surrounded by Granite Staters gathered for Protect Our Care’s “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” bus tour rally, I spoke about what I saw when I was president of the Manchester NAACP with respect to our broken healthcare system.
New Hampshire Business Finance Authority honors 5 lenders at...
The New Hampshire Business Finance Authority honored five lenders for financing projects that supported businesses, nonprofits and communities across the state.
Democrat Chris Pappas says "we're taking nothing for granted" amid "tough race" in New Hampshire
Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas, who's running to represent New Hampshire in the Senate, said that "we're taking nothing for granted" as Election Day approaches, amid a "tough race" in the Granite State.
College football: UNH drops overtime heartbreaker to North Carolina A&T
The University of New Hampshire football team lost to North Carolina A&T in overtime on Saturday, falling to 2-5 overall on the season.
Fact-Checking Senate Ads in Iowa, New Hampshire and North Carolina
We assess three campaign ads in the battleground states that have focused on the cost of living.
Will NH Supreme Court scandal move voters? Democrats bet yes...
The resignation of New Hampshire’s chief justice is becoming a campaign issue, as Democrats press for action and experts question whether voters will make it a ...
New Hampshire’s best business lawyers
Published annually, “The Best Lawyers in America®” is an exhaustive search for the country’s top attorneys. Here is a compilation of the top attorneys who practice in New Hampshire in dozens of legal specialties related to the needs of businesses, from administrative law to workers’ compensation. The complete list of New Hampshire lawyers in all specialties can be found in...
NASA veteran joins UNH to lead R&D
Ramy Rahimi is the new vice president for research and development at the University of New Hampshire.
Candidates for governor tour New Hampshire businesses
It was all business on the campaign trail in the race for governor on Thursday as Gov. Kelly Ayotte picked up a key endorsement and Democratic challenger Cinde Warmington toured a lumberyard in the North Country.
Alliant buys New Hampshire brokerage
Alliant Insurance Services said Thursday it has acquired Melcher & Prescott, a Laconia, New Hampshire-based agency and brokerage.
New Hampshire Film Festival announces 2026 lineup
The New Hampshire Film Festival returns to Portsmouth Oct. 15–18 with more than 100 films, Spotlight screenings and an Alicia Silverstone “Clueless” event.
Medicare Advantage plans cut as CVS Health and WellSense leave N.H.
Options for Medicare Advantage plans are shrinking again in New Hampshire, with two major providers — CVS Health and BMC, which offers WellSense — leaving the state as of January 1. A fairly new firm, Devoted Health, will start providing plans in portions of the state. These do not include Coos County, which won’t have […]
Older voters prioritize Social Security, Medicare and afford...
A new AARP poll finds New Hampshire voters over 50 are highly motivated, focused on affordability and Social Security, and key to the outcome of the state’s top...
Judge allows student IDs as fallback for NH voters
A federal judge ruled New Hampshire election officials may consider student IDs as voter identity evidence when no other ID is available, despite a law barring ...
WindRose Health Network Discloses Data Breach Affecting 33K Individuals
Data breaches have been announced by WindRose Health Network and Advantage Home Health Care in Indiana, Camden-on-Gauley Medical Center in West Virginia, WindRose Health Network in Indiana has reported a data breach affecting more than 33,000 individuals. Data breaches have also been reported by Advantage Home Health Care in Indiana, Camden-on-Gauley Medical Center in West Virginia, and Lakes Region Visiting Nursing Association in New Hampshire.
THIS WEEK: “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” Bus Tour Kicks Off With Stops in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey
Rep. Maggie Goodlander (D-NH-02), PA Lt. Gov. Austin Davis Will Headline “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” Events in Five States Watch All Bus Tour Stops Live Here. Washington,...
Newsmakers: Southern NH Health names More VP of philanthropy
Southern New Hampshire Health named Cristine More vice president of philanthropy, among new appointments and leadership changes across New Hampshire organizatio...
Newsmakers: Southern NH Health names More VP of philanthropy
Southern New Hampshire Health named Cristine More vice president of philanthropy, among new appointments and leadership changes across New Hampshire organizatio...
More than 1,000 walk in Concord for NAMI New Hampshire menta...
More than 1,000 people joined NAMIWalks New Hampshire in Concord, raising over $250,000 for mental health and suicide prevention as Mental Illness Awareness Wee...
NH state retirees face 85% health premium hike
New Hampshire retirees in the state health plan will see premiums rise 85% in January under a one-year Anthem extension, while the state prepares to seek compet...
Could Democrats lose a Senate race in New Hampshire? A GOP candidate with a famous name tries to flip the seat
In New Hampshire Senate race, the Democrat faces an unusually tough time
The race’s competitiveness is somewhat surprising in a state that former Vice President Kamala Harris carried by 2.8 percentage points in 2024.
Midterms monitor: NH and Maine could decide control of the U.S. Senate
As national headlines reverberate at the local level, voters have no shortage of concerns. Journalists from New Hampshire and Maine joined 1A’s weekly news roundup Friday to help take the pulse of the 2026 midterm elections.
New Hampshire Book Festival returns with more than 60 partic...
The New Hampshire Book Festival returns to downtown Concord Friday and Saturday with more than 60 authors, new books and keynotes from Jeff Kinney and Jodi Pico...
Don't miss the fall festival fun this weekend
This weekend, New Hampshire’s fall festival lineup includes the 150th Deerfield Fair, Apple Harvest Day in Dover and Bretton Woods’ first Oktoberfest.
Democrats want a blue wave. New Hampshire is Exhibit A for why that may not happen
Five weeks before Election Day, Democratic optimism is soaring. But glaring vulnerabilities threaten to undermine the unstoppable blue wave that Democrats believe is coming. Look no further than New Hampshire, where Democratic leaders are sounding the alarm about political challenges that could jeopardize the party’s ability to win in November.
Tyler T. Ray: The business case for the Roadless Rule
Granite Outdoor Alliance urges businesses to oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule, arguing White Mountain landscapes underpin New Hampshire jobs, customers and i...
Dartmouth Health announces at-home program to address rural challenges after $20M gift
Dartmouth Health and the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College announced Tuesday they’re launching a new at-home health care program, an effort to address healthcare delivery challenges in rural New Hampshire and Vermont where patients often live far from doctors and health facilities.
Democrats accuse DiLorenzo of misreporting wealth and campai...
New Hampshire Democrats plan an ethics complaint alleging GOP House nominee Anthony DiLorenzo omitted assets and may have used corporate loans for his campaign....
New book traces Twin States’ cultural split to the soil itself
“Twin States, Different Paths: The Politics of New Hampshire and Vermont,” by Brian Porto argues that the two states are “fraternal, not identical” twins.
NH's Business: What do New Hampshire and New England economies look like this fall?
Brian Gottlob, director of the New Hampshire Economic and Labor Information Bureau, looks at employment trends, inflation, consumer spending and more.
New Hampshire Receives Over $2 Million in Federal Grants to Support Mental Health Efforts Statewide
Governor Kelly Ayotte and Commissioner Lori Weaver of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) celebrated New Hampshire receiving over $2 million in federal grants aimed at expanding behavioral health crisis support and mental health services across the state. The grants will provide critical funding for New Hampshire’s 988 Lifeline and support mental health...
Could Republicans flip New Hampshire Senate seat? Sununu's got a shot
Republicans, some national forecasters and pundits believe that the GOP has a chance to flip the state’s U.S. Senate seat.
At NH winery hit by tariffs, Pappas calls for small business exemptions
Soaring diesel prices, higher costs for imported goods, and fewer visitors from Canada are hitting a winery in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.
Opinion: New Hampshire deserves science on kratom
Jenn Mercier argues against New Hampshire's potential kratom ban, highlighting existing studies and the need for botanical vs synthetic distinction.
5 Takeaways From a New Poll on the New Hampshire Senate Race
Representative Chris Pappas, a Democrat, leads by five percentage points, according to a New York Times/Siena poll. Voters say they are more interested in a check on President Trump than in a candidate who supports him.
As pharmacies across Vermont close, North Star Health opens 3 new ones
SPRINGFIELD — In the era of independent pharmacy closures and ballooning drug costs, a new pharmacy that charges less for drugs seems counterintuitive, if not impossible. But that’s exactly what North Star Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center that operates medical clinics in Vermont and New Hampshire, did when it officially launched three new pharmacies […]
Democrats Show Strength in Michigan Senate Race but Trail in Maine, Polls Find
The party’s nominees lead in Michigan and New Hampshire but the Republican incumbent is ahead in Maine, according to New York Times/Siena polls of the three battlegrounds.
Seacoast business prepares for potential Nor'Easter
With a potential Nor’easter headed toward New Hampshire, eyes are turning to the Seacoast, where there could be high surf, strong currents and coastal flooding.
Hidden Local NH maps New Hampshire small businesses - Monadnock Ledger-Transcript
Hidden Local NH founder Christine Carr helps New Hampshire small businesses grow by highlighting local shops and events online.
New Hampshire to receive $2M for mental health services
More than $2 million is coming to the Granite State for mental health services.
Youth mental health improves, New Hampshire survey reports
Youth mental health has improved since the COVID-19 pandemic, when anxiety and depression spiked for teens, according to the results of a statewide survey. The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services recently released the results of its 2025 Youth Risk Behavior Survey. The anonymous and voluntary survey helps measure health-related behaviors among New […]
Canaan Hardware and Supply named New Hampshire’s 2026 HBSDealer All Star
Canaan Hardware and Supply has been selected as New Hampshire’s 2026 Hardware All Star by Hardware + Building Supply Dealer magazine, earning recognition as one of just 50 independent home
Wicked STEM 2026
Three-year-old Logan Goulet seems a amazed as he watches a ball float on air while attending the Wicked STEM Expo on Saturday at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester.
NH's Business: Access to healthcare for adults in rural New Hampshire & Vermont
Fred Kocher sits down with Dr. Nathan Goldstein and Angelo Volandes with Dartmouth Health to talk about how adults can navigate healthcare in rural settings.
NH's Business: Access to healthcare for adults in rural New Hampshire & Vermont
Fred Kocher sits down with Dr. Nathan Goldstein and Angelo Volandes with Dartmouth Health to talk about how adults can navigate healthcare in rural settings.