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3 weeks ago

Manchester man drowns in Merrimack River

State Police say Robert Batchelder was swimming with coworkers when he began to struggle and disappeared under the water.

3 weeks ago

Merrimack Police Sgt Dennis Foley retires after 4 decades of service

Dozens of past and current co-workers, family and friends gathered for the Sgt’s final roll call.

3 weeks ago

Several residents displaced following fire on Temple Street in Nashua

The fire, which was contained to a single unit, caused widespread smoke damage throughout the building

3 weeks ago

New Poll names New Hampshire ‘best state to move to’

The annual ranking evaluated all 50 states based on affordability, economic opportunity, safety, education, health care, and quality of life.

3 weeks ago

Police in Nashua searching for suspect in random stabbing

According to Police the attack appears to have been random, as the victim did not know the assailant and suffered non‑life‑threatening injuries.

3 weeks ago

Gorham Police Chief placed on administrative leave

According to Gorham’s Town Manager, the community is taking the allegation of misconduct seriously and have placed the Police Chief on administrative leave.

3 weeks ago

Gov Ayotte vetoes legislation aimed at loosening regulations on state’s meat industry

If signed into Law House Bill 396, would have allowed farmers to sell certain meat products from within state lines,

3 weeks ago

Franklin City Council increases fines on properties that violate city codes

Code enforcement officers and other officials hope to put more pressure on property owners to comply with city ordinances and prevent legal escalation.

3 weeks ago

New Hampshire joins settlement with 23 & Me

New Hampshire has joined with 42 other states in reaching a settlement with the party overseeing the affairs of 23&Me, out of allegations from a data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers worldwide.

3 weeks ago

Judge denies Asbury’s request for a new trial

According to court documents, Judge Willam Delker this past May denied a request from Bradly Asbury after considering the record, arguments and applicable law.

3 weeks ago

Pam Smart to appear virtually in New Hampshire court

Her latest appeal claims jury bias after they received transcripts of audio tapes.

3 weeks ago

Newmarket Rep claims state’s Constitution grants her immunity from speeding tickets

State Rep. Ellen Read claims police didn't have the authority to cite her for speeding because New Hampshire's constitution says lawmakers headed to or from the Legislature cannot be arrested

3 weeks ago

Gov Ayotte vetoes legislation to raise state park fees for out-of-state residents

Gov. Kelly Ayotte cited the potential harm raising fees could have on tourism.

3 weeks ago

Hudson woman facing multiple drug charges

Members of the Nashua Police Department’s Narcotics Intelligence Division conducted a proactive investigation targeting narcotic related activity on July 10th.

3 weeks ago

Manchester man sentenced to federal prison for unlawful possession of firearms

In September of 2023 the FBI received information from a confidential source that Thomas Young was a gang member selling firearms.

3 weeks ago

Brush fire at McIntyre ski area

The fire was reported near Weston Tower.

3 weeks ago

Tulloch resenteneced to 45 years to life

Tulloch's resentencing was the result of a 2012 U.S. Supreme Court ruling which banned mandatory life-without-parole sentences for juvenile offenders.

3 weeks ago

Ayotte vetoes bill directing proceeds from Sununu Youth Service Center to general fund

Ayotte said the proceeds should go to the settlement fund to compensate victims detained at the Sununu Youth Services Center.

3 weeks ago

Nearly 200 dog owners in Hooksett delinquent on licenses

Officials did approve an extension on June 10 to allow the owners more time. 

3 weeks ago

Nashua woman accused of strangulation of a juvenile

According to police Angelika Maigatter has been charged with assaulting the child during a physical altercation.

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