Federal government to appeal New Hampshire judge’s ruling on legal status of Dartmouth international student
AG: Seven officers justified in fatal shooting of a Kensington man
Second arrest made in June shooting beneath South End bridge
Self-drawing coffee shop artwork re-creates the Declaration of Independence
Sunapee’s Bryce Whitlow keeps memory of above-average MLB players alive through social media page ‘MLB Hall of (Pretty) Good’
Slots and no bet limits: State budget shakes up New Hampshire’s casino landscape
Chamber of Commerce names next president following departure of longtime head
‘There’s tradition up here’ – Morrill Farm approaches its centennial, celebrates evolution and growth
A golf cart hauling two of Rob Morrill’s biggest blessings – a pair of children with tousled hair and chattering voices – careened along the dirt path coursing through Morrill Farm.
‘He’s coming home’: Jury acquits former prison guard Matthew Millar in murder trial
The announcement came quietly. When the first “not guilty” rang out in the muffled courtroom, the audience sitting behind the defense table couldn’t help but gasp. They waited with bated breath as the jury read out the second acquittal, then the third.
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A Webster property was sold for unpaid taxes in 2021. Now, the former owner wants his money back
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City prepares to clear, clean longstanding encampments in Healy Park
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Sports
Six local seniors play in CHaD East-West All-Star Football game; Nyhan wins MVP
A series of smart plays by Colby Nyhan opened the scoring in Friday’s CHaD East-West All-Star Football Game, his last in a Concord High uniform. Nyhan scored the night’s first touchdown with a 19-yard QB run up the middle and made the extra point as a kicker to lead the West to a 13-7 win over the East in Manchester.
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Athlete of the Week: Nate Kiah, Bow Falcons
Track & field: Hopkinton’s Lane wins New England title in 3,200 meters, Concord’s Saysaw runs state record times in 100 and 200
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Opinion: What Coolidge’s century-old decision can teach us today
One hundred years ago this July, a quiet man from Vermont — Calvin Coolidge — made a decision that changed the course of Sino-American relations.
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Politics
New Hampshire school phone ban could be among strictest in the country
When Gov. Kelly Ayotte called on the state legislature to pass a school phone ban in January, the pivotal question wasn’t whether the widely popular policy would pass but how far it would go.
Concord became a Housing Champion. Now, state lawmakers could eliminate the funding.
‘A wild accusation’: House votes to nix Child Advocate after Rep. suggests legislative interference 
Sununu decides he won’t run for Senate despite praise from Trump
Town elections offer preview of citizenship voting rules being considered nationwidee-Edition
Arts & Life
The Rebel Collective to perform in Henniker
If you like the Dropkick Murphys, then The Rebel Collective might be the band for you. They will be the featured performers at the Tuesday, July 1 Henniker Concert Series in the Angela Robinson Bandstand, Community Park at 6 p.m.
Meet Moriah Billups, Young Professional of the Year
Artist spotlight: Leah Kuehne
“A Time to Gather Stones,” based on a local historical crime, premieres in Pittsfield
Making music: Contoocook-raised Derek Astles celebrates new album, old collaborationsObituaries
Winston H. McCarty
Tilton, NH - Winston 'Win' Herbert McCarty died on June 26, 2025, at the New Hampshire Veterans Home, following a heart attack. At the time of his passing, he was surrounded by family, caregivers and fellow veterans. He was 96. Wins... remainder of obit for Winston H. McCarty
Larry L. Leppard
Epsom, NH - Larry L. Leppard, 81, of Epsom, passed away at his residence on Friday, June 27, 2025. Larry was born on August 10, 1943, in Ft. Blanding, FL; son of the late Lawrence Leppard and June (Davis) Prunner. Larry was educated in... remainder of obit for Larry L. Leppard
Angelyn M. D'Ambruoso
Hopkinton, NH - Angelyn D'Ambruoso died peacefully on June 25th, surrounded by her children - Kristen Scappaticci and her husband Mike, Mark D'Ambruoso and his wife Tami, and Lisa Demers and her husband Joe - and her six adored grandchi... remainder of obit for Angelyn M. D'Ambruoso
Nancy Phelps
Danbury, NH - Nancy Allen (Miniszek) Phelps aka: Dr. Cooper, Dr. Phelps Nancy Allen (Miniszek) Phelps, 73, of School Pond Road, died Saturday, June 28, 2025 at her home. She was born and raised in Brattleboro, VT the daughter ... remainder of obit for Nancy Phelps
