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Casella Waste Systems’ landfill project in New Hampshire’s North Country denied permit
12 Concord student-athletes sign on to play at the collegiate level
On the Trail: Chris Pappas announces bid to succeed Shaheen in US Senate
Evolution Expo bringing wellness to Concord this weekend
Trump appoints former New Hampshire environment protection regulator as EPA head
Concord’s USA Ninja Challenge aligned with changes to Pentathlon before LA 2028 Olympics
‘Less finger pointing, more communication’: Longtime Chichester residents share hopes before second town meeting
Lucille Noel has lived in Chichester for 60 years. She grew up in neighboring Pittsfield, then moved out of state, but decided to return to New Hampshire when her mother fell ill.
From potential for growth to possible price hikes: How New Hampshire businesses look at Trump tariffs
Jonathan Hutchins isn’t rushing to increase prices on his coffee any time soon.
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House committee defunds relief program for mothers and children, spares SNAP incentives
No high-speed E-ZPass at Hooksett tolls for at least two months
New Hampshire law enforcement to step up traffic enforcement on Route 106
Schools in Lakes Region explore creating a special education school to bring down costs
Work continues on new state psychiatric hospital in Concord
House committee reverses vote, adopts prohibition on DEI activities and spending
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The Monitor’s guide to the New Hampshire legislature
‘That wasn’t the charge we were given’ – New city councilors question golf clubhouse options
Sunshine Week: Searchable database of what Concord city employees were paid in 2024
Immigrants in New Hampshire face uncertainty as temporary protections expire soon
Sports
Monitor names winter 2024-25 Players of the Season
Although Monday marks the first day of the NHIAA spring season with practices and tryouts happening on baseball and softball diamonds, lacrosse fields, tracks and tennis courts throughout the state, it’s been just over a week since the winter season concluded.
Boys’ basketball: Pembroke tops Sanborn to claim D-II state title
Boys’ hockey: Concord takes championship in historic quadruple overtime victory over BG, 2-1
Ex-Celtic Enes Kanter Freedom speaks in NH on human rights advocacy
Basketball: Pembroke’s Berkeley, Franklin’s Kaplan win Player of the Year; All-State teams announcedOpinion
Karishma Manzur, Ph.D. is a science writer living in Exeter. She volunteers with various groups, including the New Hampshire Coalition for a Just Peace in the Middle East, which includes state chapters of Veterans for Peace, Jewish Voice for Peace, Peace Action and several other organizations.
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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
Town elections offer preview of citizenship voting rules being considered nationwide
A voter in Milford, New Hampshire, missed out on approving the town’s $19 million operating budget, electing a cemetery trustee and buying a new dump truck. In Durham, an 18-year-old high school student did not get a say in who should serve on the school board or whether $125,000 should go toward replacing artificial turf on athletic fields.
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 race
‘If it affects one, it’s going to affect all’: Dozens protest federal firings in Concord
On the Trail: Window closing on Shaheen decision to run in 2026
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Arts & Life
Bow High School senior Albushies wins first place, headed to semifinals in 4-Way Speech Contest
Bow Rotary held its annual 4-Way Speech Contest on March 19 at the Baker Free Library. A total of seven contestants from Bow High School participated. All contestants spoke about personal experiences in various subjects.
Around Concord: Eagle Pond Farm, its literary inhabitants, and the nonprofit preserving their legacy
Around Concord: Cali Arepa brings ‘a little bit of Colombia’ to the Capital Region
Around Concord: On-stage dynamite, LEE & DR. G are ‘stunningly live’
Around Concord: Glimpse Gallery, new downtown art hub, opens doors for artists, art loversObituaries
Laura Cilley
Webster, NH - Laura Nicole Cilley, 22, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at her home in Webster, NH. Laura was born on July 20, 2002 in Laconia NH, the daughter of Jon and Dawn (McLelland) Cilley. She enjoyed vol... remainder of obit for Laura Cilley
Henry D. Roberts
Henry D. (Hank) Roberts Bow, NH - Henry D. (Hank) Roberts, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on March 17th, 2025 leaving a legacy of love, adventure, and service. Hank was born in Concord, N... remainder of obit for Henry D. Roberts
Warren A. Swindell
Mont Vernon, NH - Warren A. Swindell, 88, died peacefully at his home in Mont Vernon, NH on Friday, March 28, 2025 with family members by his side. Warren was born on December 2, 1936 in Melrose, MA to Donald O.A. Swindell and Helen I. ... remainder of obit for Warren A. Swindell
Gerard P. Brochu
Loudon, NH - Gerard P. Brochu, 86, of Loudon, passed away on March 28th 2025. He was born in Concord, NH to the late Henri and Lucia Brochu. He was a graduate of Concord High School. He served four years in the Air Force and retire... remainder of obit for Gerard P. Brochu
