Grantham man dies after being found unresponsive on Wentworth trail
John Borger III, 55, died after being found unresponsive while mountain biking on the Thunder Chicken trail in Wentworth.
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N.H. No Kings rallies put voter turnout ahead of Nov. 3 election
No Kings rallies on Oct. 17 highlighted voter participation ahead of New Hampshire’s Nov. 3 general election. State law limits absentee voting to eligible voters.
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First Circuit leaves limited student-ID voting option in place
New Hampshire election officials may consider student IDs as identity evidence under a limited procedure, but not as stand-alone voter identification.
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Trump approves disaster declaration after Carroll County floods
New Hampshire says President Donald Trump approved Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s request for a major disaster declaration after June flooding in Carroll County. The state says affected communities may seek federal assistance.
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New Hampshire voters face a fluid mail-in ballot fight before the November election
New Hampshire’s September primary remains under current absentee rules, but federal litigation could change mail-ballot procedures before the Nov. 3 general election.
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FBI warns of scam spoofing its number and pushing encrypted apps
The FBI says scammers are spoofing its Boston number, faking agent credentials and pressuring targets to move alleged fraud cases to encrypted apps.
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New Hampshire’s 10-year transportation plan is law after lawmakers override Ayotte’s veto
New Hampshire’s transportation plan became law after lawmakers overrode Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s veto, setting toll changes for January 2027, a free-transponder period and funding for major highway projects statewide.
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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.