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Weare voters nix school and town budgets, reject John Stark teacher contract
Allenstown chooses default town budget, elects new select and school board members
Pittsfield town votes to rescind SB2, the school district does not, and most warrant articles pass
Salisbury takes a stance on Education Freedom Accounts, passes most warrant articles unanimously
Lorrie Carey wins re-election to Boscawen Select Board by 3 votes
Dunbarton voters approve land purchase and budget, reject one proposal
Girls’ hockey: Concord loses to perennial powerhouse Hanover in semifinals
Girls’ hockey: Brinity-Bow falls in semifinals to top-seeded Oyster River-Portsmouth
New land conservation opportunity for Bow on town warrant
On the Trail: Shaheen’s retirement sparks a competitive NH Senate race
Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s announcement that she won’t seek re-election next year marks the beginning of the end of a long and successful career of the first woman in American politics to win office both as a governor and as a U.S. senator.
Concord Shaw’s supermarket in Fort Eddy Plaza to close
The Shaw’s supermarket in Fort Eddy Plaza is slated to close, although its sister store on Loudon Road next to Steeplegate Mall will stay open.
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Boscawen boy showing signs of improvement after being pinned beneath falling tree
Merrimack Valley school board clashes with superintendent over process for budget cuts
Boys’ basketball: Pembroke takes down 2-time defending champs Pelham in D-II semifinal
Syrup-making weather is perfect leading up to Maple Weekend
Funeral services to be held this week for Concord Firefighter Christopher ‘CJ’ Girard
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More New Hampshire law enforcement departments partner with federal immigration agencies
‘That wasn’t the charge we were given’ – New city councilors question golf clubhouse options
‘All the rights and privileges’ – Inside the Strafford County Jail, the only local facility in New Hampshire detaining immigrants
‘The best firefighter he could be’ – Christopher ‘CJ’ Girard, 39, remembered for commitment to community and family
Sports
Boys’ basketball: Pembroke takes down 2-time defending champs Pelham in D-II semifinal
ROCHESTER – The Pembroke Spartans led the whole way, all four quarters, every second, except the first few before sophomore forward Javien Sinclair opened the scoring with a corner 3. Pelham gave them a run for their money, especially in the third quarter, but Pembroke did not wince once and claimed the victory, 57-42, in Monday’s Division II semifinal at the Rochester Recreation Center.
Girls’ basketball: Undefeated Bedford ends Concord Christian’s bid for 4th straight title in D-I semis
High schools: Hockey and D-II basketball quarterfinal results from this weekend
Boys’ hockey: Eleven players score points for Concord to beat Manchester in D-I quarterfinal, 8-0
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Politics
‘If it affects one, it’s going to affect all’: Dozens protest federal firings in Concord
Janice Kelble bundled up to brave the biting wind Friday morning. At the intersection of Pleasant and South streets, in front of the James Cleveland Federal Building in Concord, she held up a sign to passersby that targeted Elon Musk: “Billionaires are the real parasites.”
On the Trail: Window closing on Shaheen decision to run in 2026
Bill to remove NH’s consumer advocate met with concerns, opposition
New Hampshire House Committee votes to advance end-of-life options bill
Bipartisan NHouse vote kills right-to-work bill
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Arts & Life
Franklin Opera House presents annual murder mystery dessert show on Pi Day
Franklin Opera House, in cooperation with Franklin Footlight Theatre Co., is proud to present its annual murder mystery dessert show, “Murder at the Pie Auction.” Now in its 11th year, this collaboration between Franklin Opera House and Franklin Footlight Theatre Co. is loads of laughs and tons of fun. Characters and camaraderie join forces to benefit Franklin Opera House.
Yoga with shelter pets offers fun connections with four-legged friends
Alton Brown, culinary wiz and TV personality, coming to Concord on farewell tour
The Concord Public Library announces Concord Reads 2025 selection
‘Cozy and Chaos’: Inside the art scene at Brothers’ Cortado and its newest installation, ‘We Are Always Saying Goodbye’Obituaries
Betsy Gammons
Melrose, MA - Betsy Parker Gammons of Concord, NH passed away peacefully, from Alzheimer's, on Tuesday March 4, 2025. A ray of sunshine, love, and endless laughter, Betsy brought life and color to everything she touched. A vibrant and c... remainder of obit for Betsy Gammons
Linda Carol Douglas
Concord, NH - Linda Carol (Cline) Douglas passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the age of 82, in her most recent home Albuquerque, NM. Carol, as she was known, was born in El Paso, TX to Norma (Donald) Cline and Ralph Cline, where... remainder of obit for Linda Carol Douglas
Charles L. Brown III
Charles L. Brown, III Pembroke, NH - Charles L. Brown III, 74, of Pembroke, peacefully passed away on March, 6, 2025, surrounded by his family. Charlie was born on September 14, 1950, in Concord, New Hampshire, son of Charles and Mildred... remainder of obit for Charles L. Brown III
Roger Baron
Pembroke , NH - Roger E. Baron, a lifelong resident of Allenstown/Pembroke, passed away peacefully at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. He was 87. Born in Allenstown on January 14, 1938, Roger built a life... remainder of obit for Roger Baron
