Crashes Reported On I-293, I-393 | Hiker Rescued | Town Manager Fired | More: PM Patch NH

Also: Changes coming to federal benefits; suspected arsonist caught; charitable casino seeks employees; VNA attempting to raise $2M.

By Tony Schinella, Patch Staff

Sep 23, 2026 4:26 PM EDT

PM Patch NH for Sept. 23, 2026. (Tony Schinella/Patch)

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.

5 Federal Changes Oct. 1 For New Hampshire: SNAP, FAFSA, Medicare And More: The date marks the beginning of the federal government's 2027 fiscal year, triggering annual changes in several programs that affect NH.

Nashua Man Arrested On Arson, Criminal Threatening Charges, After Fire On Barnsdale Road: Update: Follow-Up: Derrick Couture was arrested on Tuesday afternoon after being caught walking in the area of the fire, according to police.

New Hampshire State Police Investigate Multi-Vehicle Collision On Interstate 393: Video: A trauma alert was requested at Concord Hospital after people were found pinned and unconscious in vehicles on Wednesday morning.

I-293 Crash In Manchester, New Hampshire Sends Truck Off Bridge Into Merrimack River: WBZ-TV's helicopter could see first responders on the bridge and on boats in the water, where the truck was mostly submerged.

Trucker Found Dead Inside Tractor-Trailer On Route 101: New Hampshire State Police Roundup: Plus: Woman who fled hospital, which led to an 8-hour manhunt, faces new charges; assault suspect arrested in Keene; blotters around NH.

Londonderry Town Manager Fired At Contentious Council Meeting: Questions remain about why Londonderry Town Manager Shaun Mulholland was fired Monday in a 3-2 vote, following multiple investigations.

Man From Merrimack Accused Of DUI, Driving Onto Penacook Street Sidewalk: Concord Police Log: Plus: Thieves arrested on new theft charges; Loudon teen charged with reckless operation, speeding; loitering at the Storrs Street Garage.

Cops Are Hunting For Arson Suspect, 2 Escapees From Corrections Transitional Housing Unit: PM Patch NH: Also: Nor'easter heading to NH; indictments; cold case unit hosts seminar for New England investigators; Pappas declines NEC debate invite.