120 skiers evacuated when Pats Peak chairlift stalls, likely due to high wind

02-18-2025 6:58 AM

About 120 people were evacuated from a chairlift at Pats Peak Ski Area in Henniker on Monday after it became stuck, apparently due to high winds. 


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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President Donald Trump attends the National Prayer Breakfast at Washington Hilton, Thursday, Feb. 6.
Opinion: Drinking from the fire hose
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Millie LaFontaine lives in Concord.

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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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New Hampshire Film Festival receives Academy Award qualifying status in third category
02-17-2025 9:00 AM

The New Hampshire Film Festival recently achieved status as an Academy Award qualifying festival for the Short Film Awards in a new category: documentary shorts. The festival previously received this distinction in the categories of live action shorts and animation shorts. This third milestone solidifies the festival’s status as a platform for short filmmakers worldwide, providing a direct pathway to Oscar eligibility.

Obituaries

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

Obit photo for Glen Gallup Glen Gallup

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

Obit photo for Jody L. Welch Jody L. Welch

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

Obit photo for Paula Pastuszak Paula Pastuszak

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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