Flame Of Hope Run Supports Special Olympics; Most Expensive Restaurant; More: PM Patch NH

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

PM Patch NH is a little late tonight due to family and work obligations today, as well as a very long budget hearing in the capital city (you can read about it later on Patch). This post features stories and information published during the past 24 hours.

Law Enforcement Runs For Special Olympics In Concord — With Torch In Hand; Games Held At UNH: Video: Law enforcement members ran the Flame of Hope through the capital city as well as Franklin, Hillsborough, and Manchester on Thursday.

This Is The Most Expensive Restaurant In New Hampshire: This restaurant, located in the heart of central New Hampshire, has thousands of excellent customer reviews and ratings.

A Cold Front Will Bring Scattered Thunderstorms, Rain To New Hampshire; Hail, Damaging Wind Possible: Forecast: The National Weather Service issued a “hazardous weather outlook” alert, warning of rounds of storms heading to the Granite State.

East Hampstead Teen Arrested On DUI, Unlawful Possession Charges: Concord Police Log: Plus: Pair from Laconia arrested on warrants at Mickey D’s; camping in the garage leads to a summons; trespass incident at the hospital.

Driver Crashes In Downtown Concord, Knocks Out Power To Businesses; Charged With Negligent Driving: There was darkness for businesses Tuesday night after a driver crashed on Storrs Street. They were cited for negligent driving.

Last Chance To Comment On Concord’s $155M Budget, New Golf Clubhouse Proposal: The Concord City Council will meet on Thursday night to discuss its FY2026 budget; 4 public hearings; 2 councilors attack clubhouse project.

Air Quality Action Day Alert Issued For New Hampshire’s Seacoast Communities: Here’s What To Know: The Department of Environmental Services warns residents with breathing issues, including kids and seniors, to take precautions on Thursday.

This Is The Best Golf Course In New Hampshire, Say Pro Golfers Who’ve Played It: Courses in Bedford, Newbury, New Durham, New London, and Stratham are highlighted on the 2025-2026 list, according to a Golf Digest ranking.

New Hampshire Supreme Court Upholds State Rep Districts: The state Supreme Court upheld the Legislature's 2020 redistricting map rejecting a lawsuit appeal brought by Dover, Rochester, 10 citizens.

Wildfires Create Air Quality Issues; Fugitive Found; Investment Guru Hasn’t Paid Victims: PM Patch NH: Court: Executive councilor didn’t pay off credit card; $16B budget advances; report says Shaheen made call to get hubby off TSA travel list.

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🌱 Patch AM: Honoring Irene Smith's life in Milford

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Analysis: Ruais' Reelection Campaign Reminder Of NH Democrat's Malaise

🌱 Patch AM: Brockton teen arrested in Exeter SUV theft case

Vandals Who Hit Elbit Systems In Merrimack Celebrate Antisemitic Murders In DC

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