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NH economic expert sees tough job market in 2026. Here’s why.
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)…
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As the DNC chooses the 2028 primary order, NH makes its case for first
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.
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We asked, you answered: How do you feel about Trump taking control of Venezuela?
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…
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We asked, you answered: What does the country need in 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?…
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With a new year comes a host of new laws for New Hampshire
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…
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Concerns grow for NH older adults as ACA premiums spike
Advocates for older adults in New Hampshire worry many will go without health insurance due to skyrocketing premiums under the Affordable Care Act.
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Ongoing Starbucks barista strike reaches NH stores
Unionized Starbucks workers in New Hampshire have joined what is now the longest unfair labor practices strike in the company’s history.
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Tri-Cities approve warming center funds. Will it open next winter?
The Somersworth and Rochester city councils voted this week to approve funding for a new Strafford County warming center, following the Dover council’s approval last week.
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NH parents and educators debate YA book’s place in school curriculum following recent removal
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” was recently removed from a Concord school’s recommended reading list. Many have expressed displeasure over the decision.
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We asked, you answered: How do you feel about Trump’s attempt to dismantle the Department of Education?
The Trump administration is moving closer to dismantling the US Education Department, shifting some of its biggest grant programs to other federal agencies.So this week we asked readers: What do you think of Trump’s efforts to dismantle the Department of Education? Here’s what they had to say…
