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And thank you to everyone who shared feedback on the new crossword format. We’re still making tweaks, so keep it coming.

This week’s puzzle’s theme is: How well do you know these iconic New Hampshire towns? 

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

📰 What we’re reading, including: Why all six New England governors are eyeing more nuclear power and exploring a regional strategy to expand it

🐱 Calling all cat lovers: Inside New Hampshire’s only cat cafe

📢 Question of the week: Are political ads actually influencing how you think about candidates? Sound off!

🔠 Solve our crossword. The theme? How well do you know these iconic New Hampshire towns?

☢️ All six New England governors are showing growing interest in nuclear power and exploring a regional strategy for its expansion …

Officials say collaboration could be key as electricity demand rises and states look for new sources of energy. New Hampshire Bulletin

🗑️ Casella Waste Systems plans to close its Bethlehem landfill at the end of 2026, a year earlier than previously expected …

The company says the closure could mean longer transportation distances and higher costs as waste from more than 200 New Hampshire communities moves elsewhere. InDepthNH.org

The Tipsy Tabby in Newmarket is a cat cafe providing a safe space for adoptable animals, plus food and drinks for humans. (Kartabya Aryal/Unsplash)

By Sam Cohen

Coffee, tea, and cats? The Tipsy Tabby in downtown Newmarket combines all three.

Owner Kaitlyn Ferretti opened the cafe after working at a veterinary dentistry practice in Atlanta, creating a cozy spot where visitors can grab a drink, get some work done, or spend time with adoptable cats.

🐾 How it works: The cafe itself is open to everyone, but you’ll want a reservation for the cat lounge. A 50-minute visit costs $14 for adults, $10 for kids ages 4-13, $1 for children under 4, and $12 for seniors and military members. Walk-ins may be available when there’s room.

☕ What’s on the menu: Coffee, tea, seasonal drinks, Taiwanese bubble tea, and baked goods from Sweetened Memories Bakery in Durham. You might even get some cat-themed latte art.

🏠 Meet the cats: The cats come from Manchester-based Darbster Kitty and are available for adoption. All have been spayed or neutered and are up to date on vaccinations.

⏰ Hours: Tuesday-Friday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; closed Monday.

🐱 Good to know: Some cats might want to play. Others might spend your entire visit asleep. As anyone with a cat knows, they make the rules.

If it feels like you can’t turn on the TV, check your mailbox, or scroll online without seeing a political ad, you’re not imagining it.

Outside groups have already poured about $50 million into New Hampshire’s US Senate race between Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican John Sununu.

That’s a whole lot of money being spent trying to get your attention—and potentially your vote.

So this week’s question is …

Are political ads actually influencing how you think about candidates?

Here’s what you’re saying:

“I ignore political ads. They’re theater—good only for entertainment. I rely on a candidate’s record, and what I see in their eyes. I also believe that public officials have to follow and be held to a higher standard of behavior than the average Joe on the street.” — JoAnn Carlson

Think you’ve got what it takes to crack this crossword? Tell us how long it takes you to finish it by emailing us at info@granitepostnews.com! This week’s topic? How well do you know these iconic New Hampshire towns?

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Katy Savage with a story from Sam Cohen. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.

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