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Frozen masterpieces: Keene Ice and Snow Fest brings art to life
The Keene Ice and Snow Festival is back, bringing seasoned carvers, intricate sculptures, and a festive winter atmosphere to downtown on Feb. 1. Now in its 24th year, the festival is a beloved community tradition that draws thousands of visitors to watch artists transform massive ice blocks into dazzling works of art.
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Facing first tragedy of his presidency, Trump blames DEI, Obama for plane crash
Sixty-seven people are presumed to be dead after a passenger plane collided Wednesday night with a US Army helicopter midair while approaching Reagan National Airport. Rather than provide measured leadership, Trump blamed DEI and Democrats for the deadly accident.
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Name That Pokemon!
In honor of all of the recent Pokémon hype, we had our community editor try and Name That Pokémon! 🎶 Missed the news? ✨ 2025 is Year of the Eevee! Pokémon released exclusive Eevee (and evolutions) merch and plushies. ✨ Pokémon and McDonalds are collaborating by giving out Poké Decks in their Happy Meals! New…
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Op-ed: New Hampshire’s Political Engagement Paradox
The size of New Hampshire’s state legislature is quite unique among its peers, not just around the US, but around the globe. With 400 State Representatives and 24 Senators, we have more legislators than many developed countries, despite being one of the smallest states in the US. With approximately 3,500 people per representative and the…
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New Hampshire governor refuses to answer questions on spending freeze impacts on state
As a memo ordering the illegal freezing of federal spending caused widespread confusion across the nation for a second day, New Hampshire governor Kelly Ayotte refused to answer direct questions on if and how the state would be impacted. Reached by email, Ayotte’s office refused to answer if New Hampshire’s Medicaid portal had, at any…
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Proposed changes to Medicaid could cost NH $500 M annually
Changes proposed to Medicaid under President Donald Trump’s new administration could cost the Granite State almost $500 million annually, a new study shows.
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Way more Americans are getting sterilized since Roe was struck down, research finds
A new study has found that from May to August 2022, vasectomies surged by 95% and tubal sterilizations increased by 70% among adults ages 19 to 26. Health care professionals across the country have seen this in real time.
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New analysis shows GOP plans threaten Medicaid coverage for 61,713 Granite Staters
A new proposal backed by former President Donald Trump and his allies in Congress could threaten health care coverage for over 60,000 New Hampshire residents, according to a new analysis from the Democratic National Committee. At issue is a planned reconciliation bill that may slash Medicaid benefits as a way to help fund extended tax…
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7 foods New Hampshire is known for (+ the stories behind them)
Learn about seven examples of Granite State cuisine, from maple shakes to beach pizza.
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‘I felt it’ Granite Staters share their earthquake stories
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake shook York, Maine, at 10:22 a.m. Monday, leaving residents across the region describing their unique experiences as the tremors rattled homes and offices. While the quake was relatively small and there were no reports of damage, its sudden impact prompted a flurry of reactions from those who felt it. Elizabeth Jaczuk…
