Jury Finds Police Officer Innocent In Simple Assault Case: PM Patch NH

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.

Concord Police Officer Found Innocent In April 2023 Assault Case: The jury said Richard Cobb did not use excessive force against Blake Andrew Thomas-Haney, an intoxicated transient who was resisting arrest.

East Falmouth Men Arrested On Felony Graffiti Charges In Lakes Region: Thomas Yarbrough and Jonathan Yarbrough were arrested on charges after lewd graffiti and damaged property were found in Gilford, Laconia.

Concord Fire Officers Frustrated With Lack Of New Union Contract: IAFF Local 3195, 7 months without a contract has been staging protests at meetings while watching other employees receive retention bonuses.

Salem Town Office Candidate Filings Begin Jan. 22: Town Council, Budget Committee, Planning Board, ZBA, and other positions will be selected on March 11.

Man Seriously Injured After Dodge Pickup Plows Through Garage: Manchester Fire, AMR and building collapse unit responded to Cedar Hill Drive for a truck into a residence. The garage was heavily damaged.

Firefighters Tackle Brush Fire; Chief Retires After 40 Years: PM Patch: Also: Cop’s assault trial continues; “silent” surge of COVID-19; the state could have budget problems; Dems and GOP hold dueling pressers.

New Governor, Executive Council

Gov. Kelly Ayotte and the state’s five executive councilors, including two new ones, were sworn into office Thursday.

• Kelly Ayotte Sworn In As 83rd NH Governor Promises To Work For All Citizens
• Analysis: Ayotte's Speech Hints At The Budget Battle Ahead
• Executive Council Sworn In With Two New Members

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