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(Courtesy of Katy Savage)
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🐱 Meet Winnie! She says hello. When she’s not busy sharpening her fingernails and chirping at whatever catches her eye, she enjoys long naps and back rubs.
📸 Share your pic: Got a pet, sunset, mountain view, or other great photo from your corner of New Hampshire? Reply to this email or click the button below to send it our way for a chance to be featured in an upcoming newsletter.
🐾 Fun fact: Cats can actually “taste” smells using a special organ in the roof of their mouths. That’s why you’ll sometimes see them sniff something, then freeze with their mouth hanging open.
🔗 Related: This is New Hampshire’s most popular cat name
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🗳️ With the midterms less than two months away, election officials are preparing for what could happen at the polls …
President Donald Trump has declined to rule out sending the National Guard or federal law enforcement to polling places this fall, but election experts say his authority to do so is extremely limited. The Justice Department does plan a major election-monitoring effort, while state officials are preparing for potential attempts at interference or voter intimidation. News from the States
🌊 Despite a busy summer at the beach, New Hampshire lifeguards had fewer rescues this year ...
New Hampshire ocean rescues dropped to 170, down from more than 200 last year. State Beach Patrol officials credit favorable water conditions and a relatively quiet hurricane season, but are reminding swimmers that lifeguard coverage at many beaches changes or ends after Labor Day. WMUR
💻 And as data centers spread across the country, developers are increasingly looking toward tribal lands …
Some Native nations are pushing back over concerns about water use, environmental impacts, and developers taking advantage of tribal communities. Several tribes have already moved to ban, pause, or oppose large data center projects on their lands. News from the States
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🗳️ The matchup: Republican Kelly Ayotte will face Democrat Cinde Warmington in the Nov. 3 general election.
🔴 Republican
Incumbent Kelly Ayotte, who is seeking a second term, easily won the Republican primary, defeating Shaun Fife and Bob Wayne McClory.
🔵 Democrat
Former Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington ran unopposed and won the Democratic nomination.
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🗳️ The matchup: Democrat Chris Pappas will face Republican John Sununu in the Nov. 3 general election. The seat is open because US Sen. Jeanne Shaheen is not seeking reelection.
🔵 Democrat
Chris Pappas easily won the Democratic primary, defeating Karishma Manzur, who finished second. David Jarvis, John Vail, and Maxwell Saal also appeared on the ballot.
🔴 Republican
John Sununu won the Republican primary over Scott Brown. Sky Danley and Sabrina Smith also ran, each picking up a small share of the vote.
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🏛️ US House – 1st Congressional District 🏛️
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🗳️ The matchup: Democrat Stefany Shaheen will face Republican Anthony DiLorenzo in the Nov. 3 general election. The seat is open because US Rep. Chris Pappas, a Democrat, is running for US Senate.
🔵 Democrat
Stefany Shaheen won the Democratic nomination after a close race with Maura Sullivan. Carleigh Beriont finished third, followed by Christian Urrutia and Sarah Spinosa.
🔴 Republican
Anthony DiLorenzo easily defeated the next-highest vote-getter, Hollie Noveletsky. Brian Cole, Melissa Bailey, and Lindsey Anderson also appeared on the ballot.
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🏛️ US House – 2nd Congressional District 🏛️
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🗳️ The matchup: Democrat Maggie Goodlander will face Republican Lily Tang Williams in the Nov. 3 general election. It will be a rematch of their 2024 race.
🔵 Democrat
Incumbent US Rep. Maggie Goodlander easily defeated challenger Paige Beauchemin.
🔴 Republican
Lily Tang Williams easily defeated Victor Orlando, the next-highest vote-getter. Dan Nicholson and Michael Callis also appeared on the ballot.
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District 1: Republican incumbent Joe Kenney, of Wakefield will face Democrat Luz Bay, of Dover.
District 2: Karen Liot Hill, of Lebanon, the council’s only Democrat, is seeking reelection. She will face Tobin Menard, of Newport who beat Kim Strathdee in the Republican nomination.
District 3: Republican incumbent Janet Stevens, of Rye won a challenge from Gregory Whirley of Derry. Stevens will face Democrat Lisa Sheldon, of Portsmouth.
District 4: Republican incumbent John Stephen, of Manchester won a challenge from Terese Bastarache, of Loudon, who was the next highest vote-getter, and Harriet Cady, of Deerfield. Stephen will face Democrat Jim O’Connell, also of Manchester, in the general election.
District 5: Republican incumbent Dave Wheeler, of Milford will face Democrat Melanie Levesque, of Brookline in the general election.
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New Hampshire’s 400-member House of Representatives is the largest state legislative chamber in the United States. In fact, it’s nearly twice the size of the next-largest state House: Pennsylvania has 203 members.
So this week’s question is …
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Is New Hampshire’s 400-member House too big? Why or why not?
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Here’s what you’re saying:
“The house should be reduced by half, the senate boosted by half.” — Burt Cohen, senator 1990-2004
“Yes. It is past time for NH to professionalize its General Court and pay a modest salary sufficient to make it a full-time job for people other than the wealthy and the retired.” — Bill Carr
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🥾 Monadnock Trails Week
Jaffrey, Sept. 10-14
Help maintain and improve trails around Mount Monadnock alongside experienced conservation crews. No trail-work experience is necessary, and tools and safety gear are provided.
More info
🎡 Hillsborough County Agricultural Fair
New Boston, Sept. 11-13
Head to New Boston for three days of classic agricultural fair fun at the Hillsborough County Agricultural Fair.
More info
🦞 Hampton Beach Seafood Festival
Hampton, Sept. 11-13
The annual Hampton Beach Seafood Festival returns for a weekend on the Seacoast.
More info
🚛 Waypoint’s 20th Anniversary Touch-a-Truck
Portsmouth, Sept. 12
Kids can climb aboard cranes, trash trucks, tricked-out cars, and more, plus ride the Roaming Railroad, get their faces painted and grab treats. $5 per person, capped at $20 per family.
More info
🎶 Kid’s Music Fest
Concord, Sept. 12
A free outdoor children’s music festival featuring original music performances and activities, hosted by Mr. Aaron.
More info
🎨 Art in the Park Festival
Cornish, Sept. 12
Try more than a dozen art activities, listen to the Vermont Fiddle Orchestra and watch art demonstrations, including a live bronze pour. Free admission for the first 200 visitors and kids under 15; otherwise $10 for adults.
More info
🍷 River Valley Artisans’ Art & Wine Festival
Westmoreland, Sept. 12-13
Browse work from local artists and artisans while enjoying food, wine, and more at Summit Winery. Admission is free.
More info
🎸 Auburn Blues and Brews Festival
Auburn, Maine, Sept. 12
The 8th annual festival features a full day of live blues, food trucks, a beer garden, and free parking. Admission is free.
More info
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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Katy Savage. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.
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