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🌱 Why Holocaust denial testimony in Concord still matters to Laconia

Laconia, New Hampshire Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Laconia! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Holocaust denial testimony in Concord still matters to Laconia
  • How Laconia campaign remarks ignited New Hampshire’s bail reform fight

Also on today's calendar: Be Safe around the water, Wear Your Life Jacket, National Safe Boating Campaign and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Knock-knock! Who’s there? Irish. Irish who? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Breezy; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 76 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy and cooler with rain, temps: high: 65, low: 48.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, with a high of 61 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Holocaust denialism featured in NH House committee (keenesentinel.com) — New Hampshire lawmakers are facing scrutiny after a January committee hearing gave airtime to Holocaust deniers, prompting concern from Jewish legislators and education advocates. The story also recalls a former Laconia representative’s sharing of an antisemitic cartoon, underscoring ongoing worries about bigotry as the state extends its Holocaust and genocide education commission’s work.
   

• For Warmington, Ayotte's Brag About More Criminals Behind Bars Is ‘Weird' (nhjournal.com) — Remarks in Laconia by Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Cinde Warmington are drawing fire after she criticized Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s tougher bail law as “weird” and costly for local taxpayers. Supporters of the law, including law enforcement officials, argue it keeps dangerous offenders detained and communities safer, highlighting a sharp contrast between the two candidates’ approaches to crime and public safety.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • The No-Frills Diner In New Hampshire Quietly Serves Some Of The Best Prime Rib In The State (myfamilytravels.com)

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Tilton

  • STRABONE: When Growth Outpaces Infrastructure: Why We Must Get the Tilton Solution Right (nhjournal.com)

Ok Laconia! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Irish you a happy St. Patrick’s Day! (Thank you Eileen C. for sending it in!)
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