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New Concord apartments open in former First Congregational Church
Senate lawmakers vote to lift betting limits to attract high-rollers to New Hampshire’s casinos
Two Villages Art Society begins summer members show
In echo of 2014 struggle, Market Basket board sidelines ‘Artie T.’ from CEO spot
High schools: Bow girls’ tennis advances in tourney, Stark baseball beats MV, Kearsarge softball wins first games of the season; Wednesday’s results
Historic former Boscawen library building on sale – again
There has been rain on two-thirds of the days in May, and more on the way
Boys’ Lacrosse: Bean reaches milestone in Coe-Brown win over Bow in heavy hitters matchup, 13-3
High schools: Hillsboro-Deering sweeps Hopkinton; Tuesday’s baseball, softball, lacrosse and tournament tennis
Georgia’s Northside in Concord transitions into catering and cooking classes
Beyond raising his two kids, Alan Natkiel, owner of Georgia’s Northside Southern Kitchen & Beer Market, considers the dedication and love he puts into his Concord establishment as equal to caring for a third child.
‘You have time’ – Coe-Brown graduates savor the moment
He may have been a year behind her in school, but Kayleigh Hollis looks up to her younger brother, Kaiden.
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‘Would you raise your right hand?’ — Local veterans consider the meaning of Memorial Day
Jesse Sullivan pleads guilty to second-degree murder of half-brother, Zackary
‘Bittersweet’: The Post on Main Street closes Friday
Messy parking around Concord’s bus terminal won’t get less messy any time soon
New Hampshire school phone ban could be among strictest in the country
‘Something to chase’: Pascal Zabayo’s art fundraiser grows soccer from Concord to Kampala, Uganda
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
High schools: Concord softball falls on Senior Day; Stark, Brady baseball win on Memorial Day
Spaulding 6, Concord 5
Track & field: Belmont’s Lacasse, Takantjas win four events each to lead Red Raiders to Wilderness League Championship title
High schools: Final regular season track and tennis results; plus weekend baseball, softball and lacrosse
Girls’ lacrosse: Bow bounces back with 13-3 win over Bishop Brady
High schools: John Stark’s Philibotte pitches shutout, hits game-winning RBI in 1-0 win, plus more results from WednesdayOpinion
Opinion: How dark can it get?
Jonathan P. Baird lives in Wilmot.
Opinion: Unfair taxes, unfair schools: The New Hampshire way
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
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
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
Artist Spotlight: Brittany Batchelder
With creativity abounding in the community around us, The Concord Insider, in collaboration with Concord Arts Market, highlights local artists on a regular basis.
Young Professional of the Month Katie Duncan shares about creativity, community, connection
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
Obituaries
Gary G. Brassard
Franklin, NH - Gary G. Brassard, 73 of Franklin, NH left the planet on May 20, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents Amedee "Mickey" Brassard and Frances (Whitehead) Brassard. He is survived by his brother Frank A. Brassard and his wi... remainder of obit for Gary G. Brassard
Ruth K. Sargent
Concord, NH - Ruth K. Sargent, 79, of Concord, formerly of Allenstown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 23, 2025. Born in Exeter, Ruth was the daughter of the late Dorothy May (Cowdrey) Lagor. She was ra... remainder of obit for Ruth K. Sargent
Michael Cavic
Meredith, NH - Michael Cavic, 89, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on May 13, 1935, in Bedford, Massachusetts, Michael lived a life filled with love,... remainder of obit for Michael Cavic
Albert R. Hagen
Concord, NH - Albert R. Hagen, age 97, of Cabernet Drive, Concord, NH, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his home on Monday, May 26th, 2025. Born in Braintree, MA, the son of the late Albert R. and Umbelina (Govo... remainder of obit for Albert R. Hagen
