Conval's 'Boys In Girls Locker Rooms' Policy Sparks Fed Civil Rights Inquiry

The U.S. Department of Education said it is investigating a potential civil rights violation by the Contoocook Valley School District.

No Opposition To Bill To Hike Toll Rates For Non-New Hampshire EZ Pass Owners

Speakers said that such practices are common in other states where NH EZ Pass holders pay more than their state's EZ Pass holders.

Political Consultant Begins Live Streaming NH Executive Council Meetings On YouTube

On March 25, Chris Maidment, a consultant for Councilors John Stephen and David Wheeler, live-streamed the meeting for the first time.

U.S. Attorney Creegan Taps Terrorism, Drug Crime Veterans For Leadership Posts

NH may be one of America’s safest places, but Erin Creegan says proximity to drug trafficking routes means vigilance is still required.

Anamaki Chronicles: North Country Lives Well-Worth Celebrating

King: A quiet North Country triumvirate lived lives that are still celebrated by nurtured children and their children's children.

New Hampshire House Bucks GOP Leadership And Approves Battery Recycling Program

HB 1602 would allow the state to join other states in a battery manufacturers' program to provide recycling for lithium and rechargeables.

Senate Passes Bill Allowing ATCs To Grow Greenhouse Cannabis; Approves Locker Room Bill

SB 665-FN, requiring pharmacies to charge consumers the lowest available price for prescription drugs, received a 24-0 state Senate vote.

No Kings Protests March 28 In NH

Saturday's No Kings Protests have already listed 50 locations in New Hampshire.

New Hampshire House Approves Raft Fee For Cyanobacteria Mitigation

HB 1477 establishes a $50 registration fee for anchored floats, rafts, and inflatables on public waters. It is expected to raise $1.4M.

New Hampshire Bill Could Hike Fees At State Parks For Massachusetts Residents And Other Out-Of-Staters

A bill filed by state Sen. Keith Murphy would allow New Hampshire to double the cost of park entry for people who don't live in the state.

Conservatives Hope Bipartisan Bill Could Lead To End Of New Hampshire Common Core

HB 1571 would require the state to review its standards in English/language arts, mathematics, and science in 2027 — and issue new ones.

State Tax Amnesty Program Adds $103.8 Million To New Hampshire Coffers

The revenue will boost both the general and the education trust funds. Business taxes are also expected to rise for March and April.

NH's First Turtle Tunnels Aim To Save Their Lives On The Road

Turtles and salamanders just got some help crossing the roads of New Hampshire.

In Win For NH GOP, EPA's Zeldin Pledges Swift Review Of Vehicle Mandate Case

In updated court filings, state attorneys argue the lawsuit is less about clean air and more about a contractor trying to salvage a deal.

It Goes To Eleven! NH Named #1 In Taxpayer ROI For 11th Year

For the 11th consecutive year, WalletHub declares New Hampshire’s state government the best deal for taxpayers in the United States.

Support Grows For Tougher Impaired Driving Penalties In New Hampshire

SB 620 doubles the administrative license suspension penalty for breath test refusal from 6 months to 1 year.

New Hampshire Income Tax Debate: Delaware Dream Or Connecticut Nightmare?

Critics say the problem with Andru Volinsky’s 3-3 income tax plan isn’t today’s math but the fear there will be two higher taxes tomorrow.

Hochul: 'Captive' Taxpayers Are Escaping NY For Low-Tax States Like New Hampshire

NY’s Democratic governor’s admission that taxpayers were viewed as “captives” and comments about millionaires sparked social media reaction.

After Political Debacle, 74 Bills Die In House Without A Vote

A series of scheduling woes, lack of time, and partisan machinations upended the New Hampshire tradition of every bill receiving a vote.

Council Unanimously Passes 4 GO-NORTH Federal Rural Health Grants

The Executive Council voted unanimously to support four of 5 key hubs of the wheel to distribute funds in the new "GO-NORTH" initiative.

Public Gives Feedback On New Hampshire Bill To Limit School CRT, LGBTQ+ Ideology Curriculum

HB 1792 would prohibit districts and personnel from teaching critical race theory and LGBTQ+ and create a right of action for parents.

Ayotte Demands Action On ISO-NE Screw Up Sending Electricity Rates Soaring

According to ISO-NE’s Internal Market Monitor, the new system has added $921 million in costs across New England since its implementation.

Rand Plaintiffs Ask 4 Supreme Court Justices To Recuse Themselves From Appeal

They are seeking the recusal of Gordon MacDonald, Bryan Gould, Patrick Donovan, and Daniel Will due to past affiliations with other cases.

'Right To Compute' Bill Passes House, While Proposed Data Center Precautions Flop

Logic gates are the building blocks of computers, from those found in simple calculators to sprawling data centers.

VT Mob Attempts To Block ICE Arrest Of Illegal Immigrant DUI Suspect

Open-border activists galvanized a group of protesters in an attempt to prevent an illegal immigrant drunk driver from being detained.

Facing Two-Day Deadline, NH House Session Gets Contentious

House members expanded the use of deadly force and deadly weapons in three bills, revisited transgender issues, and increased DUI penalties.

Two Attempts At Budget Caps Fail To Advance In New Hampshire House

Two attempts to impose budget caps on local government spending were turned away Thursday in the House.

New Hampshire Senate Tables Bill To Limit Hospital Executive Compensation In Coos County

The Senate did pass a change in the state language related to teaching discrimination in a classroom.

House Republicans Pass New Hampshire School District Budget Cap

HB 1300 would place a cap on the portion of property taxes raised for a school district’s budget and a fixed cap on central office costs.

Cheperdak: The Lost Art Of Disagreeing Without Being Disagreeable

Elevate Etiquette founder: Democracy depends on free speech. It also depends on the character with which we use it.

‘CHARLIE Act' HB 1792 Creates Fear Not Protection, Committee Told

HB 1792 would prohibit public schools from teaching “critical race theory, LGBTQ+ ideologies, identity-based ideologies, Marxist analyses.”

New Hampshire House Adopts Shortened List Of Adequate Education Elements

School nurses and superintendent services would not be components of an adequate education under a bill the House approved Wednesday.

Childs: Shattered Families, Stolen Childhoods: The Hidden Toll Of False Allegations

Executive director at Time to Put Kids First: Most victims of false allegations never speak out publicly, carrying the weight in silence.

Mother Of DUI Victim Joins Ayotte Push To Close 'DUI Loophole'

While NH is safe, the first-term Republican says there is more work to be done, particularly in road safety and preventing impaired driving.

McGinley: Remove Barriers To Child Care For New Hampshire Families

HB 1195 would help remove some barriers for New Hampshire parents struggling to find reliable child care.

Financial Concerns From Senate Result In Child Care Grant And Tax Credit Bills Being Tabled

After debate and communication with the state’s congressional delegation, the Senate tabled a bill to fund the child care workforce grant.

New Hampshire House Votes To Overturn Court's ConVal Decision

HB 1815 would have the state and districts share the obligation. The bill does not set a minimum for the state’s contribution to schools.

Bathrooms Should Be Divided By Biological Sex, NH House Votes

The Judiciary Committee recommended an interim study for both HB 1217, which passed on a 187-163 vote, and HB 1442, which passed on 183-162.

New Englanders Oppose Iran Attack, Split On Assassination Of Khamenei: UNH Survey

Many residents also believe the Iranian nuclear program represented a serious threat to the United States before the conflict began.

More Oversight On NH Coalition Against Domestic, Sexual Violence Backed By Committee

An amendment ensures the Coalition is subject to the state's right-to-know law and requires an annual report to the Legislature.