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Photos: A foliage frenzy in Warner
Opinion: The turn not taken
Opinion: After the fall
Owner of former Covered Bridge Restaurant in Contoocook seeks tax relief for new tavern
An outdoor patio with scenic views of the Contoocook River, where diners can sip on beer and enjoy a meal, is part of the plans for a building that sits in the center of Contoocook Village. The structure at 16 Cedar St. in the village, which formerly...
Empty lot behind State House slated for legislator garage to see ‘noticeable activity’ soon
If you live in Concord, you’ve probably passed it at some point: the large pit spanning the block at the intersection of State Street and Capitol Street, catty-corner to the State House.The former site of the New Hampshire Department of Justice has...
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Study says New Hampshire’s ‘civic health’ is declining as we get more isolated and suspicious
Construction begins on commercial portions of Manchester Street development
Thousands scramble for health coverage as Medicare Advantage firms leave N.H.
Federal judge rules Bow parent can attend school games after protesting transgender athletes
High schools: Concord football beats previously undefeated Manchester Memorial, MV volleyball wins first set in program history, plus more results from Thursday
Legislators override 2 vetoes, three others clear House but not Senate
Editors Picks
‘How do we serve them for serving us?’: Nonprofit Swim With A Mission aims to give back to veterans
Crowd gathers at Bow soccer game to protest transgender girls competing in girls' sports and school district no-trespass orders
‘The price you pay’: As weekend bottlenecks grow, more cars get rerouted through Concord neighborhoods
In new novel Go Home, veteran author partners with Concord teen to explore immigration, identity
Sports
High schools: Wednesday’s cross country, golf, soccer, field hockey and volleyball results
Girls’ Cross CountryMerrimack Valley 29, Bow 45, St. Thomas 57Key players: MV – Lily Moser (2nd, 21:45), Madison Geddes (3rd, 21:45), Reagan Jefferson (7th, 23:28), Emily Baca (8th, 25:17), Keira Cote (9th, 25:44); Bow – Hannah Pawlowski (1st,...
Opinion
Opinion: We have a choice, according to Ta-Nehisi Coates (and this stone mason)
Jean Stimmell, retired stone mason and psychotherapist, lives in Northwood and blogs at jeanstimmell.blogspot.com. Waking up in Portsmouth, groggily looking out the third-story window of the Airbnb where we were staying, I couldn’t believe my eyes:...
Opinion: The ‘E’ stands for ‘entertainment’
Opinion: The time for change is now
Opinion: Are Americans willing to support Netanyahu’s quest to expel or annihilate 7.1 million people?
Opinion: Connecting the dots of party platforms

Your Daily Puzzles
An approachable redesign to a classic. Explore our "hints."
A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.
Chess but with chaos: Every day is a unique, wacky board.
Word search but as a strategy game. Clearing the board feels really good.
Align the letters in just the right way to spell a word. And then more words.
Politics
Pappas hopes ‘no drama’ formula propels him to 4th term in Congress
A few weeks ago, Congressman Chris Pappas stopped by the Portsmouth Fire Station for a demonstration of new rescue equipment. Oxygen tanks equipped with bluetooth-enabled masks chirped as firefighters showed Pappas the latest in life-saving...
Arts & Life
From the Farm: A farm is much more than a business
After 22 years raising cattle, you’d think I’d be unaffected by June, the friendly cow who walks over looking for scratches, or Tazzy, the grumpy mini-pig, grunting for dinner. But despite the years, the critters still pull on my heartstrings. I melt...
Vintage Views: Our villages
‘What’s Wild’ will stir your soul with tales of NH wildlife
NH Book Festival brings days of free panels, interviews, and book signings
Colorful Contemplations, Abstract Realities at Two Villages in Hopkinton
Obituaries
The Honorable Thomas Barry
Concord, NH - The Honorable Thomas Turley Barry, 76, an attorney and judge of Concord and Rye Beach, NH, passed away on Thursday, August 15, after a five-year battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was surrounded by loved ones. Born in ... remainder of obit for The Honorable Thomas Barry
Priscilla Hannah Clark
Exeter, NH - Priscilla Hannah Clark, beloved wife of the Reverend Charles (Kelly) Clark and mother of five children, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, in Exeter, NH, at the age of 99. Born on November 23, 1924, in Pasadena,... remainder of obit for Priscilla Hannah Clark
Gary S. LaChance
Deering, NH - Gary S. LaChance, a beloved friend, fiance and son, passed away on September 29, 2024 at the age of 61. Born on September 16, 1963, in, NH, Gary spent much of his life in Goffstown, where he cherished the tranquility of Gl... remainder of obit for Gary S. LaChance
Glen S. Wright
Loudon, NH - Glen S. Wright, 76, of Loudon, NH passed peacefully on September 27th after a courageous battle with cancer. Son of Douglas and Jean Wright, Glen spent his childhood in Wakefield, Rhode Island. After high school, he follow... remainder of obit for Glen S. Wright

Rollins Park shooting still under investigation, charges expected
Some towns and cities adopted Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Now, the state is pulling rank for Columbus Day.
On the trail: As D’Allesandro ends 50-year career in state politics, he promises to work on behalf of down-ballot Democrats

Boys’ soccer: The Hopkinton Hawks remain undefeated and fly first in the standings after win over Kearsarge
High schools: Ammann, Doolan lead Hopkinton golf to victory, Stark girls’ soccer beats Bow; more results from Tuesday
High schools: Thyng’s hat trick leads H-D girls’ soccer to first victory of the season, plus more results from Monday
Three new athletic directors and their visions to push high school sports forward
Will affidavit ballots be in use for November election? New NH law creates confusion
In race for Congress, Williams and Goodlander campaign for — and against — Washington
Bill requiring vaccine records on death certificates back before lawmakers
NH lawmakers convene for ‘Veto Day’ this week – these are the 15 Sununu vetoes they could override