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Madbury, NH to Milan, Grace Henderson’s ‘amazing journey’ to Olympics
| February 6, 2026
Grace Henderson, who attended Oyster River schools as a Madbury resident through middle school, is one of four women on Team USA competing in freestyle skiing in both the slopestyle and big air events at the upcoming 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.New Hampshire’s past & present Winter Olympians & Paralympians
| February 5, 2026
From alpine skiers to hockey players to snowboarders, discover New Hampshire’s past and present Winter Olympians and Paralympians.Sununu denies ties despite being named in Epstein files
| February 5, 2026
Sununu says his name being mentioned in the Epstein files is a “fabrication” — critics say that excuse “doesn’t hold water.” A dump of over 3 million pages of files related to convicted underage sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein last week revealed a number of connections to New Hampshire elites, but perhaps none more potentially troubling […]Your February guide to taking action in New Hampshire
| February 4, 2026
A roundup of upcoming New Hampshire protests, rallies, and other ways to take action statewide throughout the month of February.State House rocked after ACLU releases files detailing Ayotte admin working with ICE on Merrimack detention site
| February 3, 2026
Right-to-know documents reveal site maps, photos, and proposed buildouts as NH Democrats say Gov. Kelly Ayotte can’t square her public ignorance with her administration’s paper trail. New Hampshire Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s administration is scrambling to explain how a state agency under her purview exchanged formal correspondence with federal officials about advanced plans to convert […]It’s 2026 and you’re uninsured. Now what?
| February 3, 2026
Health policy changes in Washington will ripple through the country, resulting in millions of Americans losing their Medicaid or Affordable Care Act coverage and becoming uninsured. But there are still ways to find care.4 independent New Hampshire convenience stores worth stopping for
| February 2, 2026
Check out four independently owned New Hampshire convenience stores that offer way more than a bottle of milk and a loaf of bread.WATCH: Shortest NH term for… anything?
| February 2, 2026
Just 10 days. That's how long the latest NH Republican Chair lasted in office. Here’s why.Harriet E. Wilson: A trailblazing NH native whose story you need to know
| February 2, 2026
Harriet E. Wilson was the first Black author published in the US. Her novel would remain undiscovered for over 100 years.Granite Staters react to leaked Signal chat from the NH House education chair
| February 2, 2026
A New Hampshire lawmaker who oversees education policy is facing mounting backlash after leaked messages from a private group chat appeared to promote racially-segregated schools. Leaked screenshots from an alleged private Signal group chat involving New Hampshire House Education Policy and Administration Committee Chair Rep. Kristin Noble suggest that public schools would see a test […]WATCH: Revisiting the top 7 NHIAA teams
| January 30, 2026
James is revisiting his top 7 NHIAA picks.How did New Hampshire get its name? Here’s how the state came to be
| January 30, 2026
Have you ever wondered how the state of New Hampshire got its name? Tthe state is one of many from the original 13 colonies to be named by European explorers, as Europeans settled in New Hampshire all the way back in the 1620s. In fact, the first European settlement in New Hampshire was founded in 1623 by Englishmen, meaning the name of the state comes from England.
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4 independent New Hampshire convenience stores worth stopping for
| February 2, 2026
Check out four independently owned New Hampshire convenience stores that offer way more than a bottle of milk and a loaf of bread.Harriet E. Wilson: A trailblazing NH native whose story you need to know
| February 2, 2026
Harriet E. Wilson was the first Black author published in the US. Her novel would remain undiscovered for over 100 years.How did New Hampshire get its name? Here’s how the state came to be
| January 30, 2026
Have you ever wondered how the state of New Hampshire got its name? Tthe state is one of many from the original 13 colonies to be named by European explorers, as Europeans settled in New Hampshire all the way back in the 1620s. In fact, the first European settlement in New Hampshire was founded in 1623 by Englishmen, meaning the name of the state comes from England.Judge rules NH can’t end car inspections, at least for now
| January 28, 2026
Just a few days before car inspections were set to end in New Hampshire, a judge has hit the brakes. U.S. District Judge Landya McCafferty granted a preliminary injunction on Jan. 27 prohibiting the state from ending its motor vehicle inspection program as mandated under the 2026 state budget. The law was set to take effect Jan. 31.8 natural disasters that made New Hampshire history
| January 23, 2026
Learn about eight instances of devastating natural disasters in New Hampshire.Bulk of Smuttynose Brewing campus in Hampton poised for sale
| January 18, 2026
A sale is looming for of the bulk of the Smuttynose Brewing Co. campus, ending a storied chapter in New Hampshire beer history.NH economic expert sees tough job market in 2026. Here’s why.
| January 18, 2026
The economy overall is in relatively good shape, but the labor market isn't, according to Brian Gottlob. Gottlob did not mention President Donald Trump by name during his presentation. However, Trump's policies were prominent in Gottlob's remarks. Gottlob said when talking about the economy, "and some of the political choices that are affecting it, (it's) not from a political perspective, but from an economic perspective."As the DNC chooses the 2028 primary order, NH makes its case for first
| January 15, 2026
New Hampshire is planning on holding the first-in-the-nation presidential primary once again in 2028 — whether the rest of the country likes it or not.We asked, you answered: How do you feel about Trump taking control of Venezuela?
| January 15, 2026
NH Rep. Maggie Goodlander recently called out President Donald Trump for turning his back on the American economy by shifting focus to Venezuela. This week, we asked readers for their take. Here's what they had to say...We asked, you answered: What does the country need in 2026?
| January 8, 2026
A new year always brings familiar feelings: a clean slate, a chance to reset, and an opportunity to leave a few things behind. Some changes are big and intentional, others are small but meaningful—but all of them shape how we move forward together. This week, we asked readers: What does the country need in 2026? Here’s what they had to say,..Why North Conway was named the best ski town in America
| January 8, 2026
From easy access to multiple ski resorts to a charming downtown and plenty of après-ski spots, discover what makes North Conway the best ski town in the U.S.With a new year comes a host of new laws for New Hampshire
| January 6, 2026
Beginning Jan. 1, people in New Hampshire may face new penalties if they post “No Trespassing” signs on land not their own. Owners of nuisance dogs that repeatedly bite will face higher fines. And the Division of Motor Vehicles must create a “blue envelope” program to allow drivers with autism spectrum disorder to obtain envelopes with information on how to best communicate with them if an officer pulls them over. The Legislature passed more than 300 bills in 2025, and Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed all but a few. While most of that legislation took effect shortly after Ayotte’s signature this summer, a number took effect on New Year’s Day.
