Concord’s citywide water-main leak survey is scheduled to conclude Aug. 3
Concord’s contractor, American Leak Detection, is scheduled to complete a citywide survey for hidden water-main leaks on Monday, Aug. 3.
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New Hampshire Landfill Law Pauses New Capacity Approvals and Adds Review Panel
HB 707 creates a seven-member committee, broadens landfill-siting criteria and pauses approvals for additional capacity until at least July 1, 2027, with Dalton remaining a key test.
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New Hampshire Medicaid Members Should Prepare for 2027 Work-Requirement Changes
New Hampshire is preparing Granite Advantage members for federal Medicaid changes beginning January 1, 2027, including an 80-hour monthly community-engagement standard for applicable adults.
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Franconia Property Owners May Gain New ADU Option Aug. 31
A New Hampshire law taking effect Aug. 31 could help some Franconia owners convert older garages or other structures into ADUs, subject to permits.
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Littleton Regional Healthcare Proposed Affiliation Paused for Six Months
Littleton Regional Healthcare’s proposed Dartmouth Health affiliation remains incomplete after both organizations paused proceedings for six months to address financial and regulatory steps.
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Bethlehem’s Draft Hazard Plan Flags Flood and Wildfire Risks
Bethlehem, N.H. — A June 19 draft hazard plan identifies flood and wildfire risks, vulnerable infrastructure and unresolved town and FEMA approval steps.
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New Hampshire Gets $1.8 Million PFAS Settlement for Public Water Systems
New Hampshire will place a $1.815 million BASF PFAS settlement payment into a state water fund for qualifying public systems and future mitigation.
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Bethlehem, NH: New State Housing Law Changes Commercial-Zone Review
New Hampshire’s commercial-zone housing mandate is now active. Bethlehem residents should watch future applications, infrastructure studies and Planning Board review.
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Severe thunderstorm warning hit East Kingston Tuesday: post-storm checklist
East Kingston was among the towns listed in a July 22 NWS severe thunderstorm warning; Boston 25 says it expired early at 1:15 p.m. NWS warned of damaging hail and winds.
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West Lebanon Main Street improvements near final wrap-up: paving left, next notice
The City of Lebanon says West Lebanon’s Main Street “West Improvements” reached substantial completion the week of July 13—paving dates are still being scheduled.
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Keene City Council advances 79-E tax relief for 429 Elm Street (2 new homes)
Keene NH – After a July 2 public hearing, City Council’s July 16 agenda considers Finance’s 4-year RSA 79-E RPRZ recommendation for 429 Elm Street’s barn rehab.
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Derry Council sets FY27 Town Clerk pay at $68,233 starting July 1
Derry, NH — The Town Council set the elected Town Clerk’s FY27 pay at $68,233, up $2,180, with the new rate taking effect July 1, 2026.
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Fatal Derry motorcycle crash on Island Pond Road remains under investigation
Derry, NH — A June 21, 2026 motorcycle crash on Island Pond Road killed 61-year-old Christopher Chick, closed the road for hours, and remains under review.
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FDA flags undeclared tuna in Aldi kimbap sold in 20 jurisdictions
FDA says an ALDI kimbap recall for undeclared tuna can trigger serious reactions for fish-allergic shoppers.
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Bethlehem’s new town report says the post-landfill transition is moving into the next phase
Bethlehem NH – The town’s new annual report lays out a post-landfill plan, with grant funding, a transfer-station timeline, and open household trash-service questions.
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Bethlehem weighs next transfer station step as town plans for post-landfill trash and recycling service
Bethlehem NH – Bethlehem officials are still working through grant, design and backup-plan questions as the town prepares a Route 116 transfer station.
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Bethlehem enters spring under drought conditions as outdoor burning risk rises
Bethlehem NH – Grafton County remains fully affected by drought, and Bethlehem requires permits for any outdoor fire as spring cleanup burning begins.
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Bethlehem growth brief: regional pressure shapes 2026 outlook
Bethlehem, NH – April 3, 2026 – Regional budget pressure and small-business concerns in nearby Littleton offer fresh signals for Bethlehem’s 2026 outlook.
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Keene Daily Briefing: School Budget Vote, Ice & Snow Festival, Council Updates
Keene, NH — February 7, 2026 — School budget heads to March ballot, ice & snow festival packs downtown, and council tackles zoning, cold prep.
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Road Work, City Meetings, and Voter Updates Shape the Week in Dover
Dover, NH — February 7, 2026 — Road work, city meetings, and voter updates highlight the week ahead as Dover prepares for construction and civic sessions.
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Nashua Daily Brief: Fire Investigation, City Award, and Court Developments
Nashua, NH — February 6, 2026 — Investigators update a major fire case, City Hall earns national recognition, and a high-profile court case advances today.
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School Safety Response, Snowy Weather, and Local Events Shape Friday in Manchester
Manchester, NH — February 6, 2026 — A school safety incident, winter weather, and a hands-on open house are setting the tone for today’s local headlines across the city.