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Drought is completely gone from New Hampshire – maybe it can stop raining now?
Concord businesses receive grants to build self-sufficiency
Artist Spotlight: Brittany Batchelder
N.E. will have enough electricity this summer but future winters may start to get dicey
N.H. Senate passes bathroom bill, sending it to Ayotte’s desk
Fire at Bradford house kills four pets
Penacook parade to commemorate Memorial Day
Blue Envelope program to start next year, promising safer police interactions during traffic stops in New Hampshire
‘You made a difference’ — Belmont baseball seniors honor their educators
Jennifer Deware smiled as she carefully threw the first pitch from the pitcher’s mound. The Belmont High School baseball team watched from the sidelines as five more educators did the same.
A soggy spring continues
Our soggy spring hasn’t let up this week, and we’ll likely get more rain on Friday and possibly this weekend. Memorial Day showers remain a possibility as of midday Thursday, but by all accounts, next week is shaping up to be a nice one with temperatures in the high 60s and low-70s and dry skies through Thursday. Weather, Page A8
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By all appearances, Canadians are leery of coming to NH
As Canadian travel to the U.S. falls, North Country businesses are eyeing this Victoria Day weekend to predict impacts in New Hampshire
Catherine Masterson named next superintendent of Merrimack Valley and Andover starting in 2026
“A dream come true” – Family opens housing for adults with disabilities in Concord
Helen Hanks resigns as Department of Corrections commissioner
‘I thought we had some more time’ – Coping with the murder-suicide of a young Pembroke mother and son
Editors Picks
The Monitor’s guide to the New Hampshire legislature
One year after UNH protest, new police body camera footage casts doubt on assault charges against students
‘It’s always there’: 50 years after Vietnam War’s end, a Concord veteran recalls his work to honor those who fought
‘We honor your death’ – Arranging services for those who die while homeless in Concord
Sports
Girls’ lacrosse: Bow bounces back with 13-3 win over Bishop Brady
Bow needed to bounce back after their five-game win streak was cut short but John Stark on Monday. Josie Johnson swooped in with a first-half hat-trick alongside a strong Falcons front line to win easily at home and keep moving toward the playoffs.
High schools: John Stark’s Philibotte pitches shutout, hits game-winning RBI in 1-0 win, plus more results from Wednesday
High schools: Freitas 1-hitter leads Hopkinton softball to shutout; Tuesday’s baseball, lax, tennis and track results
High schools: Belmont’s Divers pitches perfect game; Monday’s baseball, softball, lacrosse and tennis results
High schools: Pelletier scores 100th goal, leads Concord girls’ lax to first win; baseball, softball, boys’ lacrosse and track results from this weekendOpinion
Opinion: Unfair taxes, unfair schools: The New Hampshire way
Ted Morgan is a retired professor of political science living in Tamworth.
Opinion: In the fight to stop sexual violence, can polio hold the solutions?
Opinion: Where are the permanent solutions for a more stable budget?
Opinion: My memories of Vietnam 50 years later
Opinion: Concord officials: Can we sit and talk?
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
‘A wild accusation’: House votes to nix Child Advocate after Rep. suggests legislative interference
Rosemarie Rung thinks of Elijah Lewis often.
Sununu decides he won’t run for Senate despite praise from Trump
Town elections offer preview of citizenship voting rules being considered nationwide
Medical aid in dying, education funding, transgender issues: What to look for in the State House this week
On the Trail: Shaheen’s retirement sparks a competitive NH Senate racee-Edition
Arts & Life
Young Professional of the Month Katie Duncan shares about creativity, community, connection
Meet Katie Duncan, Membership Manager and Educational Outreach Coordinator at the Capitol Center for the Arts. The 35-year old Concord resident’s passion for the arts and the Concord community shines through her work. From theater stages to local lakes, Katie shares how growing up in Greater Concord shaped her path—and why she’s dedicated to giving back.
Tiny Tapestry sale at Red River Theaters raising money for Concord Coalition to End Homelessness
Bowling for a cause: Angelman Syndrome Fundraiser coming to Boutwell’s
Beautify Allenstown hosting community cleanup day
Donating “The Bibliophile”
Obituaries
Roger Lincoln Sullivan
New London, NH - Roger Lincoln Sullivan, 85, of Clover Lane, died Sunday, May 18, 2025 at his home. He was born in Bridgeport, CT on February 12, 1940 the son of Albert L. and Edith (Riley) Sullivan. Roger was raised in Stratford, ... remainder of obit for Roger Lincoln Sullivan
James Richard Mikesell
James "Jim" Richard Mikesell Concord, NH - James Richard Mikesell, 82, a resident of Concord, NH, passed away on May 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 30, 1942, to his late parents, Reuben Byron and Mary Ellen ... remainder of obit for James Richard Mikesell
Timothy Harkness
Lakeland, FL - Tim Harkness, age 61, of Lakeland, FL passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025. He was born on July 30, 1963 in Vermont and grew up in Epsom, NH. He had moved to Florida in 2018. He had always loved cars and had multiple ... remainder of obit for Timothy Harkness
Cody Chamberlain
Franklin, NH - It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Cody James Chamberlain on May 17, 2025, at the age of 28 due to a motorcycle accident. Cody was born on July 29, 1996, and was the beloved son of Win... remainder of obit for Cody Chamberlain
