Epsom administrators say state rep misrepresented meeting cited as prompting bill that would diminish curriculum requirements
State Rep. Dan McGuire testified Monday that a meeting with Epsom School District administrators was the genesis for a bill that would eliminate multiple subjects from a list of requirements for public schools.
‘Bradley’s Law’ seeks to strengthen mental health background checks for gun buyers
Psychiatrist John Hinck was on duty at New Hampshire Hospital on November 17, 2023, when gunfire shattered the routine of the state’s largest psychiatric facility. He recalled sheltering in place with the staff and patients, only to find later security officer Bradley Haas killed in the lobby.
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Mocktails on Main Street: A fun exploration of downtown non-alcoholic drinks
See the data: Nation’s Report Card results a mixed bag for NH students
Hometown Hero: In Warner, Rebecca Courser celebrated 250
Creating change through kindness: Andrea Alexander’s Concord Kind Facebook group reshapes volunteerism
Sports
Indoor track: Concord girls finish 2nd in D-I, Ella Goulas (long jump) and 4x200 crowned state champions
Since the spring, the Concord High School girls’ track program has been showing signs of being a medal-winning team. On Saturday, everything came together.
Photos: Black Ice hockey tournament takes over White Park
The few who take the leap: Meet Concord High’s lone ski jumper
Opinion
Opinion: Protecting birthright citizenship is truly American
Both at the ACLU of New Hampshire, Devon Chaffee is the executive director and SangYeob Kim is senior staff attorney. On Monday, Feb. 10, ACLU-NH challenged President Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship in court in Concord.
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A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.
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Politics
House Republicans seek to dismantle state DEI offices, programs in New Hampshire
When doctors diagnosed her son with autism 15 years ago, Iraida Muñoz moved her family from Puerto Rico to the U.S. in hopes of accessing better healthcare.
What to look for in the State House this week
Hundreds rally against Trump agenda at NH state house
What to look for in the State House this week
Arts & Life
Vintage Views: A box full of buttons
When I was a young child, many decades ago, I would visit my nana here in Concord. She was a gifted seamstress who was always working on different projects and who utilized her craft to engage me at every chance she got. In time, she learned that my attention could be held captive by her prized collection of buttons.
Homeyer: Spring is on its way
Take Me Outside: Snowbirds in Reverse
Community Players of Concord to present ‘The Gods of Comedy’
Obituaries
F. André Paquette
Gilford, NH - F. André Paquette, 91, died peacefully at home on Thursday, February 6, 2025. He was born July 30, 1933, in Plymouth, NH, one of thirteen children, to the late Ernest J. and Rhenda B. (Lucier) Paquette. André was educ... remainder of obit for F. André Paquette
Michael Cleaves
Penacook, NH - Michael Cleaves, 60 from Penacook, unexpectedly passed away at home on February 06, 2025. Michael was born on January 08,1965 in Rochester. He was the son of the late Joseph and Columbine Cleaves. Michael will always be ... remainder of obit for Michael Cleaves
Robert Ford
Danbury, NH - Robert B. Ford, 91, formerly of Old Turnpike Road, died Thursday, February 6, 2025 at The Arbors in Bedford, NH. He was born on November 23, 1933 the son of Roy B. and Dorothy E. (Stevens) Ford. Bob was a native of Danbur... remainder of obit for Robert Ford
Charlotte (Rabbitt) Johnson
Charlotte (Kunert) (Rabbitt) Johnson Fort Myers, FL - Charlotte (Kunert) (Rabbitt) Johnson, 80, of Fort Myers. FL passed away on January 31, 2025. Charlotte was born September 2, in Tarrytown, NY to Francis and Godina (Dwinnells) Kunert.... remainder of obit for Charlotte (Rabbitt) Johnson

‘Forever chemicals’ in Epsom drinking water will cost customers $6.15 million, most of it from state
Granite Geek: Eversource likes roadside trees – if they’re not too tall, that is
Canterbury budget hearing previews rising fuel costs and transport station expansion
Fielding questions and concerns over Trump, Maggie Goodlander works to find her footing in Congress
Downtown parking ban issued for Tuesday early morning
Ayotte sends more funds to law enforcement in fentanyl-crackdown partnership with Lawrence, Mass.
Update: Elevator at Horseshoe Pond senior apartments repaired
Restoration of Flying Yankee train to begin
Two Villages Art Society to feature ‘Photosynthesis: Portraits of the Wild’

Indoor track: John Stark boys, Belmont girls take 3rd in D-II, several area athletes win individual crowns
High schools: Concord girls’ hockey wins 9th in a row; weekend basketball and Alpine skiing results
With Canadian trade and rising prices at risk, Ayotte hopes Trump’s tariffs won’t come to pass
Local preservation and history enthusiasts to gather at Kimball Jenkins Estate 