City council, school board agree work on Memorial Field best done before Rundlett rebuild

02-17-2025 9:50 AM

As leaders from the Concord School District and city government prepare to convene on the future of Memorial Field, some mutual agreement has emerged that the project ought to move forward sooner rather than later.


Feb. 15 – A day for recognizing New Hampshire’s ‘angels’

02-17-2025 12:41 PM

From her mother’s perspective, Allison Girouard is an activist in her own right.


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A remnant of an ancient red oak surrendering to winter in the author’s yard. 
Opinion: Meeting at the edge
02-16-2025 6:00 AM

Jean Stimmell is a retired stone mason and psychotherapist living in Northwood. He blogs at jeanstimmell.blogspot.com and jstim.substack.com.

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Bipartisan NHouse vote kills right-to-work bill
02-13-2025 3:53 PM

As the results flashed on the House of Representatives screens – solidifying a vote to kill a bill that would’ve made New Hampshire a “right-to-work” state – union members and legislators alike erupted in applause.

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Wedding Guide: Creative cocktails add a personalized spin to traditional wedding beverages
02-17-2025 8:01 AM

When most people picture wedding beverages, they tend to think of champagne toasts and open bars. As a wedding guest, you often find the drink in your hand to be a constant companion as the reception unfolds. With couples leaning into creative ways to personalize their celebratory day, what you drink at a wedding can sometimes become one of the details that sticks with you long past the late-night dancing, multi-course meals and fancy outfits.

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Obit photo for Dora Rainie Dora Rainie

Concord, NH - Dora (Dode) M. Rainie passed away on February 6, 2025 at GVNA Hospice House, surrounded by family. Born in Lexington, Mass on December 14,1921, she was the daughter of Joseph and Johanna Merino, formerly of Ofena, Italy. ... remainder of obit for Dora Rainie

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Wilmot, NH - Glen W. Gallup, age 67, passed on February 13, 2025. Growing up in Grafton as the middle child of Donald and Louise (Stevens) Gallup, he graduated from Mascoma Valley Regional High School in 1975. Glen enjoyed working ... remainder of obit for Glen Gallup

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Franklin, NH - Jody L. Welch, 66, of Franklin, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Golden Crest Assisted Living following a period of declining health. Jody was born May 7, 1958 in Concord NH, daughter of the late Car... remainder of obit for Jody L. Welch

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Laconia, NH - Paula Pastuszak, 70, of Garfield Street, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Paula was born on June 13, 1954, in Franklin, the daughter of Paul and Arlene (Tyre) Landr... remainder of obit for Paula Pastuszak

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