New Hampshire authorizes $800 million in working capital for August payments
The July 8 warrant supports the timing of authorized state payments during August 2026; it does not create a new appropriation or show that $800 million will be spent.
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What the federal court ruling on New Hampshire’s proof-of-citizenship voting law means before the Sept. 8 primary
A federal judge restored affidavit methods for some New Hampshire voter-registration situations while leaving the citizenship requirement and polling-place identification rules in place.
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New Hampshire reviews old septic order tied to Ossipee-area Wabanaki Campground
DES said it will review whether all structures at Wabanaki Campground have operational septic approvals before deciding whether to release a decades-old administrative order.
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Hanover Planning Board rejects petition challenging three-way Etna subdivision
The Hanover Planning Board rejected a petition opposing a three-way subdivision in Etna, allowing a plan for two additional homes to move forward.
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Mont Vernon seeks proposals for future of 1909 Daland Memorial Library building
Mont Vernon is inviting proposals for a future use, lease, rental, community use or purchase of the historic Daland Memorial Library building.
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Londonderry schedules hearing on Map 28, Lot 009 rezoning and records-request fees
The Londonderry Town Council will hold an Aug. 18 hearing on a proposed rezoning for Map 28, Lot 009 and an FY2026 fee schedule for Right-to-Know records requests.
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West Lebanon Route 12A bridge work continues during week of July 20
The City of Lebanon has issued a construction update for the South Main Street, or Route 12A, Dry Bridge Project in West Lebanon, while separate transportation and community notices set additional dates for residents.
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Wolfeboro posts five-year reservoir and rainfall comparison
The Town of Wolfeboro published updated comparison charts covering reservoir levels and rainfall from 2022 through 2026, giving residents and officials current context for local water conditions.
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Hooksett council approves Quimby Mountain stewardship plan after abutter concerns
The Hooksett Town Council approved a stewardship plan for Quimby Mountain on July 22, 2026, while coverage of the meeting highlighted concerns raised by abutting property owners.
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New Hampshire approves $61,137.50 aquatic-plant control grant involving Ossipee
The New Hampshire Governor and Executive Council authorized a $61,137.50 grant agreement with Ossipee and Meredith for exotic aquatic-plant control in designated water bodies.
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Tuftonboro Planning Board advances health-center and subdivision review affecting Center Tuftonboro
Tuftonboro records show continued review of a proposed health-center development and related subdivision matters, with public meetings scheduled for Aug. 10, 20 and 24.
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Candia Planning Board continues Tanglewood subdivision hearing to June 2
The Candia Planning Board continued its public hearing on the proposed Tanglewood major subdivision, Case 26-001, with the next listed hearing set for June 2 at Candia Town Offices.
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UNH launches statewide initiative to study ticks, disease and the environment
The University of New Hampshire announced a statewide research initiative focused on ticks, tick-borne diseases and environmental conditions in New Hampshire.
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New Hampshire Medicaid changes begin as premiums and work-rule preparations affect more than 180,000 residents
New Hampshire began implementing Medicaid changes in July, including premiums for some enrollees, while work requirements and eligibility checks remain under preparation.
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New Hampshire judiciary faces scrutiny over no-bid contract with Republican operative
A New England Public Media investigation says the New Hampshire Judicial Branch hired Mike Karoutas without public bidding or notification, while arguing that it is not bound by the same transparency rules as many other government bodies.
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East Kingston planning board schedules zoning work session at Pound School
East Kingston’s Planning Board scheduled a May 7, 2026, work session at Pound School to continue discussion of proposed zoning and land-use changes.
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Keene Downtown Infrastructure Construction Begins in Three-Phase Project
Construction has begun on Keene’s downtown infrastructure project, a three-year effort to replace utilities and rebuild sidewalks, streetscapes and public gathering areas.
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Hampton residents face new Unitil default electricity rate beginning Aug. 1
A Unitil default electricity supply rate approved by New Hampshire regulators took effect Aug. 1, 2026, for eligible default-service customers in Hampton.
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Proposed New Hampshire legislation keeps Bethlehem landfill expansion dispute in focus
A proposed state-level change could alter the legal and zoning framework governing a landfill expansion dispute in Bethlehem, where existing agreements and zoning rules prohibit expansion.
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New Hampshire approved $1.64 billion more Medicaid contract authority
The state raised the combined ceiling for three Medicaid managed-care contracts to $4.41 billion through August 2029. The approval does not show that the full increase has been spent or will be spent immediately.
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New Hampshire’s commercial-zone housing mandate changed again. What towns and developers face now
House Bill 1588 makes multifamily housing in qualifying commercial zones a by-right use, while House Bill 1010 preserves infrastructure review for roads, water and sewer capacity.
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New Hampshire’s August 5 deadline is approaching for candidates seeking the November ballot
Candidates and political organizations using nomination papers have until 5 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, to submit signed papers to local Supervisors of the Checklist. Certification and state filing follow in August and September.