Did you know billionaire businessman John Malone owns about 23,000 acres in the Granite State—making him New Hampshire’s largest private landowner? If his name sounds familiar, it’s because Malone, now worth around $11.1 billion, once led the cable giant Tele-Communications Inc., which he sold to AT&T for more than $50 billion back in 1999.

Read more about him from USA Today via Reuters Connect.

Here’s what’s inside today’s newsletter:

👻 6 reasons why New Hampshire was ranked the top Halloween state

📅 Can’t-miss events for your calendar

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By Ellery Weil

🎃 Halloween Spirit Galore – The state has more Spirit Halloween stores per capita than anywhere else, making costume and decor shopping a beloved seasonal tradition.

🎃 Pumpkin Patches Everywhere – With over 30 pick-your-own pumpkin farms, residents can make a full day out of finding the perfect jack-o-lantern.

🎃 Haunted Overload – DeMerritt Hill Farm offers a massive, multi-level haunted attraction for adults and families alike.

🎃 Spooky World: Nightmare New England – Over 80 acres of haunted rides, houses, and immersive experiences draw visitors nationwide.

🎃 Ghost Tours & Haunted History – Portsmouth and other towns offer tours that mix scary stories with New Hampshire’s historical sites.

🎃 World-Class Candy – From Chutters’ record-breaking candy counter to Kellerhaus’ homemade treats, New Hampshire is a sweet tooth’s dream.

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Politics in Washington can feel far away, but the impacts hit home here in New Hampshire—on jobs, health care, schools, and everyday costs. Decisions made in DC ripple through our local communities and shape how people here feel about the country’s direction.

So, this week’s question is…

Has your outlook on the future changed—for better or worse—since President Donald Trump returned to the White House?

Here’s what you’re saying…

“Absolutely, mine has benefited and a lot. More people I know are doing better and we are all middle class. But it always comes down to the personal choices we make.” — Dan Boutin

“Worse! He’s destroying everything he touches.” — Tim Kelly

“Much worse, I’m not sure the country will ever recover from him trying to turn it into a monarchy.” — Mike Blackledge

🎃 Return of the Pumpkin People
Jackson – Oct. 1–31 
An annual townwide display of pumpkin people and fall-themed activities.
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🎺 Dartmouth College Wind Ensemble: Pacho Flores & Héctor Molina
Hanover – Oct. 30 
Latin Grammy winners perform as part of the Mexican Repertoire Initiative.
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🎶 Keene Chamber Orchestra: An American Mosaic
Keene – Nov. 1 
Free concert with Maestro Eric Thomas. Donations welcome.
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🎨 Exeter Fall Art Tour
Exeter – Nov. 1–2
Townwide open studios featuring local artists across a 3-mile stretch.
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🛍️ Silver Bells Craft Fair
Tilton – Nov. 1–2
Holiday shopping at Tanger Outlets with 90+ craft exhibitors. Leashed dogs welcome.
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🐱 Holiday Open House & Kitty Angels Fundraiser
Amherst – Nov. 1–2 
Annual event at Treasures Antiques featuring raffles, entertainment, and support for Kitty Angels, a local cat rescue.
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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Katy Savage with reporting by Ellery Weil and USA Today Via Reuters Connect. It was edited by Paula Solis.

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