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Democrats find loophole in N.H. law after newly drawn districts seemed to pit 2 incumbents against each other

Republican lawmakers added three separate districts for Strafford County commissioners in 2023, but neglected to require candidates to live in the districts they represent.

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Meet New Hampshire’s new artist laureate, Genevieve Aichele

“I’ve always believed that theater, and indeed all of the arts, are a lot more than just entertainment,” said the longtime performer and director. “They’re important pieces of our lives and feed our souls.”
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Political parties in N.H. to fill vacancies in primary ballot lineup

At least one candidate from each party filed to run for each of the five New Hampshire Executive Council districts. Not so for the 24-seat New Hampshire Senate.
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Kelly Ayotte pledges to support current N.H. abortion law: ‘I will not change it’

The gubenatorial candidate said the state’s law represents a consensus view, and if elected she would “protect that law.”

Marijuana
New Hampshire kills bill to legalize recreational marijuana
While an effort to do so cleared the Senate, the proposal didn’t have enough support in the House.

Sam Oliker-Friedland
NH elections work; state shouldn’t require proof of citizenship to vote
Two bad-faith bills are a partisan ploy to undermine trust in the state’s secure elections.

NH Health
A top inhaler for children was discontinued. Families and doctors are scrambling to fill the gap.
Some pediatricians say they’ve seen an increase in asthma-related hospitalizations and deaths. Families are facing drug shortages and increased costs as they try to get the inhalers their children need.

POLITICS
Is N.H. the most difficult state for young people to register to vote?
High school students are hosting voter registration drives to make it easier for their peers to participate. Experts who have studied other states say N.H. makes it hard, but the state’s top election official disagrees.

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Marty the Moose is making his way from N.H. to D.C.

The life-sized, realistic-looking stuffed animal has made waves during his annual visit to Senator Jeanne Shaheen’s office before

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Pride celebrated in New Hampshire amid optimism and clouds of uncertainty

The identities of LGBTQ people, particularly for those who are transgender or nonbinary, continue to be the subject of political storms locally and beyond.

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N.H. Candidate for governor’s latest TV ad: ‘I grew up on shaky ground’

Cinde Warmington is so far the only New Hampshire gubernatorial candidate to buy ad time from WMUR this cycle

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When and where to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month in New Hampshire

Whether you fancy a high-energy drag performance, prefer a chiller summer festival vibe, or like the idea of a queer-inclusive night at the ballpark to celebrate Pride Month, the Granite State has options for you.

Property tax relief available for some N.H. homeowners

The number of claims granted by the state has been declining since the program was first implemented in 2003.

CRIME

Political consultant behind fake Biden robocalls posts bail on first 6 of 26 criminal charges

Steven Kramer is charged with 13 felonies alleging he violated a N.H. law against attempting to deter someone from voting using misleading information.

NH Politics

Candidates in closely watched New Hampshire races begin filing for ballot

The filing period opened Wednesday and runs through next week for Republicans and Democrats who will compete in the Sept. 10 primaries.

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Democratic commissioners in Strafford County, N.H., stuck for now with newly drawn districts

Republicans in the state legislature added district lines in 2023, leading to outcry and a pending lawsuit.