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CONCORD, NH — Here are some share-worthy stories from the New Hampshire Patch network to discuss this afternoon and evening.

This post features stories and information published during the past 24 hours.

Allenstown Man Faces Second-Degree Assault Charges In Concord, Accused Of Aggressive Spanking: Todd Bouchard, a traditional New Hampshire National Guardsman, was arrested last month on a child assault charge after a West End incident.

Rollover Leads To Aggravated DUI Charge Against Rochester Man: New Hampshire State Police Roundup: Plus: 1 from New Jersey, 2 from NH arrested on drug sale charges and blotters from around the Granite State.

Drought Conditions Lead To Increased Wildfire Risk In New Hampshire: Gov. Kelly Ayotte issued a proclamation prohibiting any open fires, including for campers, the burning of debris, or warming.

Bedford Man Dies After Crash On Joppa Hill Road; Police Seek Witnesses: Marc Naro, 70, of Bedford, died during the single-vehicle crash on Sept. 14 in the area of Joppa Hill Road and Carriage Lane.

Goffstown Man Facing Two Counts Of Negligent Homicide After Gilford Crash: Anthony Summers, 32, allegedly crossed the center line on Route 11 and struck two motorcycles. A man and a woman died in the crash.

Rindge Woman Killed In Hit And Run Accident In Manchester; Suspect Arrested: Maria Camila Posada Canizales, 27, of Manchester, faces charges after she allegedly killed Juliana Harbeck, 60, in the Second Street crash.

‘Musik’ And Astronomy | Board Game Club | Author Talks | Life Balance Class | More: NH Patch Events: Also: Pilates for 50-plus; French conversation club; yoga; NH diversity photo talk; craft creation; learn about trips; cardio health.

The Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival Gets A Boost From Meredith Village Savings Bank: Meredith Village Savings Bank is a proud sponsor of the Oct. 4 event at Swasey Park in Downtown Exeter.

New Hampshire Fugitives Of The Week Taken Into Custody On Warrants After Interaction With Cops: Follow-Up: Dover police arrested Richard Ferris after receiving a tip about his location; Christopher Engelhardt was also detained in Concord.

Nashua Man Killed In Country Club Shooting Incident | Motorcycle Crashes | Indictments | More: PM Patch NH: Autumn is here — bring on the fall fun; another homeless camp fire; college bomb threat; teen arrested after an 8-month crash investigation.

Fall Fun Guides, Part 2

Here are some more autumn activity posts.

• 2025 Amherst Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More
• 2025 Exeter Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More
• 2025 Londonderry Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More
• 2025 Manchester Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More
• 2025 Milford Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More
• 2025 Windham Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More

Here are some other posts readers may have missed:

Family Says Man Killed In New Hampshire Country Club Shooting, "Brought Light Everywhere He Went"

Academy for Science and Design Students Recognized by the National Merit® Scholarship Program

🌱 Patch AM: Pinkerton's cross-country team aims for historic season

Judge St. Hilaire Sides With State Against YDC Survivors

Fall Weekends Are Filling Fast: Get Your Event On Everyone’s Calendar

7 Mistakes People Make When Hiring Wealth Managers

🌱 Patch AM: Discover fall fun activities in Merrimack this season

Shades for Migraine is Looking for Community Leader Volunteers

City Of Portsmouth: City Plans To Start Construction On South Mill Pond Playground On Sept. 25

🌱 Patch AM: Discover exciting fall activities in Salem, NH

Fall Hospice Volunteer Training Starts Sept. 25th!

🌱 Patch AM: Cribbage for a Cause and 13 more events

15 James Farm Road in Lee - Sold

Distant Dome: Free Speech Rights Are Not A Matter Of Perspective

Goodlander Votes 'Present' On Resolution Honoring Charlie Kirk

🌱 Patch AM: Discover Bedford's exciting fall events and activities

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