Boucher Explains Why She Is Running For The Zone B Concord Board Of Education Seat

Liz Boucher is seeking a second three-year term for Wards 5, 6, 7 and will focus on creating a multi-tiered community engagement plan.

City Of Concord Names Moulton Police Chief After Interim Service

Barrett Moulton, a 27-year law enforcement veteran, takes over the Concord Police Department effective Monday.

Campaigning For Pappas, Harris Makes Court Packing, Reworking Electoral College 'First Priorities'

Former VP Kamala Harris, who sits atop the national polls for the 2028 Democratic presidential primary, made a campaign swing Saturday.

Biemer: Public Safety Should Come Before Politics In Merrimack County

Concord resident: Republican Meg Hagaman and Democrat Pete Shephard represent compelling bipartisan choices for county attorney and sheriff.

Ayotte, Warmington Tussle Over Ed Funding, Legal Weed In NHPR Debate

The divide over school funding, for example, reflects the broader divide between Democrat Cinde Warmington and Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte.

Hagaman Explains Why She Is Running For Merrimack County Attorney

Prosecutor Meg Hagaman says the role requires a skilled prosecutor, a proven leader, and an experienced administrator.

NH Attorney General's Office: Officials Can Comment On Tax Cap Question But Cannot Use Public Resources

New guidance: School board members and superintendents may take political positions, but cannot use public resources to promote them.

Ex-Corrections Officer Who Was Acquitted Of Murder Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Matthew Millar settled his part of a wrongful death lawsuit brought by Jason Rothe’s sister, Aimee Khatib.

New Hampshire Teachers Union Faces Election Law Complaint Over Anti-Tax Cap Campaign

The complaint says advertisements omitted donor-disclosure language and the union failed to file political committee registration info.

Jury Wanted State To Pay $16 Million To Saddleback Victim

Kristy Gesse was a teen when she was raped 106 times by Peter Tstetsilas, owner of the now-defunct Saddleback Mountain retreat group home.

MacDonald: Bow Is Still Violating Parents’ Rights

Two years later, even after a First Circuit win, these parents are still fighting for their First Amendment rights.

Incumbents And Challengers Discuss School District Budgets, Concord School Quality, And Debt At Board Forum

Zone B candidates Elizabeth Boucher and Don Brueggemann; Zone C candidates Brenda Hastings and Aaron Thompson are on the ballot in November.

Creighton: What I Learned Knocking On New Hampshire Doors

State Senate candidate, retired Army colonel: Residents are worried about property taxes and whether their kids will be able to stay in NH.

NH Secretary Of State's Office Receives Letter Containing A White Powdery Substance

The suspicious letter investigations are being conducted by the FBI, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and the U.S. Capitol Police.

Single Payer, Mixed Signals: Goodlander Won't Commit; Tang Williams Says Expand Consumer Choices

The first debate between Democratic Rep. Maggie Goodlander and Republican Lily Tang Williams was a mostly tame affair.

Hastings Explains Why She Is Running For The Zone C Concord Board Of Education Seat

Brenda Hastings would like to continue working on student achievement and thoughtfully discuss the impact of screen time on students.

Legal Battle Over Use Of Student IDs To Vote In NH Heads To U.S. Supreme Court

After being denied by the First Circuit Court of Appeals, the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office has moved on to SCOTUS.

County Attorney Candidate Fired From County Attorney Solicitor Job After 2025 Misconduct Investigation

A text message comment about a legal secretary’s attire led to an investigation and other complaints against Democrat nominee Steven Endres.

Concord City Council Approves $1.2 Million To Design An Upgraded Memorial Field

On a 12-3 vote, councilors accepted $600,000 from SAU 8, the Concord School District, and matched it to proceed with permitting and design.

Brueggemann Explains Why He Is Running For The Zone B Concord Board Of Education Seat

Don Brueggemann, a 5-decade city resident, says the board needs someone who will help move it out of its insular, we-know-best mentality.

New Hampshire Democrat Political Operative Could Face Prosecution Over False Claims

Sebastian Fuentes falsely declared online that more than 100 NH House GOP candidates have been endorsed by the Free State Project.

Concord City Council To Consider $1.2M To Create Final Design And Permitting For Updated Memorial Field

Focusing on “core needs” cut the project’s cost; SAU 8 is contributing half of the estimated $13 million construction cost.

Nottingham Settles Fire Chief Defamation Lawsuit

The suit was brought by former Fire Chief Jaye Vilchock after he claimed he was fired after being falsely accused of racism by firefighters.

Thompson Explains Why He Is Running For The Zone C Concord Board Of Education Seat

Aaron Thompson says he cares about the future of our schools and wants to contribute my experience as both an educator and a parent.

New Hampshire Fraternal Order Of Police Endorses Hagaman In Merrimack County Attorney Race

In a new endorsement, the New Hampshire FOP said Meg Hagaman has built ties with law enforcement agencies statewide.

Push For Year-Round DST Intensifies: What New Hampshire Lawmakers Say

Members of New Hampshire's federal delegation, all Democrats, have differing views on ending Daylight Saving Time.

New Hampshire Fish And Game Warns Fall Hikers About Fast-Changing Trail Conditions

Officials urged hikers to carry maps, lights, and extra layers as fall conditions shift across the Granite State.

New Hampshire Lottery Sends Record $257.6 Million To Public Education In Fiscal 2026

Unaudited fiscal year 2026 data show the lottery topped its previous record as Powerball, sports betting and gaming grew.

After Fuentes Murder, New Panel Calls For Tougher Domestic Violence Protections

NH AG John Formella said between 2022 and 2025, 44 domestic violence murders were recorded — about half of all murders in New Hampshire.

Tang Williams: I Will Work To Save The American Dream And Be An Independent Voice For Granite Staters

Republican nominee for Congress in New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District, Lily Tang Williams, explains why she is running in 2026.

Washburn: It's Your Choice Nov. 3, Normal Or Crazy

Robert Washburn, a candidate for state representative, says, Sorry Jason, There's No There, There.

Merrimack County Commissioners, A Democrat And 2 Republicans, Endorse Hagaman For County Attorney

Supporters cited Meghan Hagaman’s background as a prosecutor, her public service record, and leadership in backing her campaign.

Vose: Community Power Report Card: On Its 5th Anniversary, It Gets A D-Plus

Former state Rep: Its power procurement practices remain opaque while the low-cost promise went up in smoke in February 2025.

2026 New Hampshire Federal, State, And County Candidates: Tell Patch Readers Why You Are Running

Candidates running for office in 2026 can submit information to Patch explaining why they deserve our readers’ support.

Committee Calls For Changes To New Hampshire's Disability System

New Hampshire’s System Review Committee finalized its recommendations for systemic change on Sept. 24.

Officer Accused Of Sexual Misconduct Back At New Hampshire Department of Corrections

Deborah Steele is returning to work after the dismissal and settlement of multiple Concord Shea Farm sexual misconduct pat search lawsuits.

Kentucky Governor Beshear Backs Warmington, But Won't Comment On DGA Cash For 2026 Race

At a Concord coffee shop on Thursday, KY Gov. Andy Beshear praised Cinde Warmington and brushed off “Opioid Lobbyist” protesters.

New Hampshire Forum Brings Citizen Delegates To Concord For Housing Talks

Fifty randomly selected Granite Staters will meet in Concord this weekend to vote on housing policy recommendations.

New Hampshire Liquor Enforcement Division Receives Recognition From New Futures

The recognition highlights partnership on alcohol, tobacco and newer addictive product laws in New Hampshire.

5 Federal Changes Oct. 1 For New Hampshire: SNAP, FAFSA, Medicare And More

The date marks the beginning of the federal government’s 2027 fiscal year, triggering annual changes in several programs that affect NH.