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Now, let’s get you caught up on what’s happening in the Granite State:

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

🗳️ Your midterm election cheat sheet: Days before winning the primary, DiLorenzo’s car company paid thousands in fines

📰 What we’re reading, including: Hampton Beach businesses want free trash pickup, but residents say it’s time to pay

📢 We asked, you answered: Do political signs influence your vote? Read all the responses

🔍 Question of the week: Do you feel comfortable sharing your political opinions publicly? Share your take

🏠 New Hampshire renters are staying put longer. Here’s why.

By Colin Booth

Anthony DiLorenzo’s car company pleaded guilty in August to four counts of unprofessional conduct or incompetency under Pennsylvania’s car dealer law, according to Pennsylvania court records.

Thirteen days later, DiLorenzo won the Republican primary in New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District.

🗑️ Hampton Beach businesses want free trash pickup, but residents say it’s time to pay

A debate over who should foot the bill for trash collection at Hampton Beach is putting business owners and residents at odds. Businesses want free trash pickup to continue, while some residents argue that commercial establishments should cover their own waste disposal costs rather than relying on taxpayers. (USA Today via Reuters Connect)

🤖 AI company pitches micro data center as the future of technology in Concord

An AI company is proposing a micro data center in Concord, promoting its smaller-scale design as an alternative to traditional data centers. The company says its approach represents the future of data infrastructure as demand for artificial intelligence continues to grow. (NHPR)

🤱 Northern New Hampshire maternal health groups receive nearly $120K in grants

Two organizations working to improve maternal health care in northern New Hampshire have received a combined $119,705 in federal funding. The Women of the Mountains Birth Initiative plans to expand access to doulas and prenatal and postpartum services, while Families Flourish Northeast will focus on supporting pregnant women and parents struggling with substance use disorders in rural communities. (New Hampshire Bulletin)

This week, we asked readers: Do political signs influence your vote? Why or why not?

Here’s what they had to say…

“No, because I have decided, but I am interested to see how much support candidates have in the various towns I pass through.” — Jan Leavitt

“No, absolutely not.” —JoAnn Carlson

“Yes, if they don’t INCLUDE their party affiliation and I remember their name on Election Day, they DO NOT get my vote.” — Gary Armstrong

“Not at all. They just junk up our road sides. If I haven’t been paying attention I may see a name I wasn’t aware was running. But that happens rarely.” — Alice Ward

“No. People don’t influence my thinking by sticking a sign in the yard.” — James Thurston 

“Generally political signs don’t influence my vote too much. The exception is when I see a candidate’s signs displayed together with Free State Project aligned candidates. In that instance I assume they are all FSP aligned and will not vote for any of them.” — Craig Cunningham

“No. I research the candidate. Anyone can make a sign and those who put a dozen signs up in one place actually turn me off to that candidate. Don’t shove yourself down my throat!” — Wendi Tremblay

With Election Day approaching, political conversations are everywhere, from social media to family gatherings. While some people openly share their views, others keep their opinions private to avoid arguments, judgment, or strained relationships.

So this week’s question is:

Do you feel comfortable sharing your political opinions publicly? Why or why not?

By Stacker

Data from the US Census Bureau shows Granite State renters are moving less frequently, as high housing costs and mortgage rates make it harder to find a new place or buy a home. Here’s what’s in the data:

📉 Fewer renters are moving: New Hampshire’s renter mobility rate dropped from about 30% in 2014 to 21% in 2024.

🏡 Homeowners aren’t budging either: Many homeowners are holding onto low mortgage rates rather than selling, limiting housing options for would-be buyers.

💰 Buying a home is getting harder: Nationally, first-time buyers accounted for just 21% of home purchases in 2025, a record low.

🔑 Renters are losing hope of owning: The share of renters nationwide who expect to ever own a home fell from about 52% in 2015 to 35% in 2025.

📦 Staying put can be cheaper: Renewing a lease can help renters avoid moving expenses, security deposits, and application fees, even when rent increases.

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Katy Savage. It was edited by Paula Solis.

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