20th Annual Black New England Conference In Manchester Set For Oct. 23 to Oct. 24

The event will feature speeches by journalist and commentator Joy Reid, author George “Conscious” Lee, and a Black History bus tour.

2026 New Hampshire Federal, State, And County Candidates: Tell Patch Readers Why You Are Running

Candidates running for office in 2026 can submit information to Patch explaining why they deserve our readers’ support.

Bullied Manchester High School Students Brought Knives To School For Protection, Lawmakers Told

The testimony was made Tuesday before the Committee to Study Violence in Schools about the weapons students regularly bring into schools.

As Ayotte Unveils Manchester Coalition, Craig Leaves Warmington Hanging

Gov. Kelly Ayotte's campaign announced a 42-member “Manchester for Kelly” coalition on Monday — chaired by Mayor Jay Ruais.

Buttigieg Talks Free Speech, Takes Aim At Trump In NH

Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg: Like John McCain in 2000 and 2008, “...not becoming president sometimes can lead to other wonderful things.”

Flock Around And Find Out: GOP Lawmaker Wants Surveillance Ban

Roundtable participants said NH currently has more protections than most states, undergirded by a culture of protecting individual liberty.

Radio Free New Hampshire: Family Ties

Davidow: Voting for someone just because they grew up with politics is not like handing the family firm to the oldest natural heir.

Police, Sheriffs, Troopers Associations Back Ayotte At Manchester Event

The endorsements came from statewide and Manchester-area police and sheriff's office labor groups, according to the campaign.

Graham: The Swastikas, AIPAC, And Stefany Shaheen

Editor: Sorry, Stef. Nobody’s buying it. Painted Swastikas are JV team stuff compared to what you and your family have done to get elected.

Buskey Trial Canceled When Prosecutor Veers Off Track

Accused Sununu Youth Services Center sexual predator Jeffrey Buskey remains free after this week’s mistrial ended his 21-count case.

'Present' Pappas Strikes Again... This Time On Impeachment Vote

Tuesday’s vote was on a motion to table Texas Democratic Rep. Al Green’s latest attempt to impeach President Donald Trump.

Preece: A Watchlist Is Not An Argument

Manchester Rep: I have been labeled “fully socialist” by Joe Sweeney's political consulting firm for supporting 36 “DSA-aligned” bills.

NHIOP At 25: The 'Epicenter Of New Hampshire Politics'

The NH Institute of Politics opened in September 2001 as a nonpartisan center dedicated to civic education and political engagement.

Ruais: Manchester Has 'Effectively Ended' Veteran Homelessness

Using current data and regular meetings among service providers, the initiative identifies veterans in need and tracks their progress.

After Ayotte, Stephen Push Back, Easterseals Reverses Senior Care Cuts

The finances didn’t change. But the politics did.

YDC Abuser Woodlock Wants A New Trial

Convicted sexual abuser James Woodlock says new information that’s come to light since he was found guilty could upend his verdicts.

Radio Free New Hampshire: Green Monsters

Davidow: Baseball can be quirky. While infields are the same, every park is otherwise unique. Kinda like the NH first-in-the-nation primary.

New Jersey Governor's New Hampshire Visit Boosts Sullivan, Fuels 2028 Talk

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill stumped for NH-01 Democratic candidate Maura Sullivan at the To Share Brewing Company in Manchester.

Proposal For NH To Secede From The United States Praised, But Mostly Condemned

A prior effort in 2024 would have added a secession clause to the state constitution; a 2022 proposal received 13 votes in the House.

Manchester Mayor Forms Task Force On Sununu Youth Services Center Property

The task force will review traffic, land use, infrastructure and other issues tied to the SYSC property’s future.

Urrutia Claims Medicare-For-All Mantle, Hits 'Status Quo' Shaheen, Sullivan

In Manchester, Democratic congressional candidate Christian Urrutia called out the two top-polling candidates on the health care issue.

Judge Orders Review Of Manchester's Water Treatment Plant Permit

While the plant had been conducting voluntary PFAS monitoring, the EPA must determine whether the monitoring requires additional action.

LOL Or Not, New Hampshire Secession Is Back

It’s not a radical idea for New Hampshire to declare independence and leave the United States, says NH Exit’s Carla Gericke.

U.S. House Candidate Hollie Noveletsky Campaigns At Red Arrow Diner: Video

Republican U.S. House candidate Hollie Noveletsky meets with voters at the Red Arrow Diner in Manchester on Monday.

Radio Free New Hampshire: Biting The Bullet

Davidow: The recent primaries have saddled Democrats with a lunatic fringe of their own, easily comparable to former Klansman David Duke.

Community Members Call For Policy Changes In Manchester After Death Of Nickenley Turenne

Activists, including one who likened cops to a private army of oppressors, urged officials to change officer-involved shootings policies.

Manchester Aldermen Approve Shift Of Parking Division To Police Department

Mayor Jay Ruais said the reorganization is meant to improve oversight, efficiency, and accountability.

At Manchester Event, Social Security Tax Hike Advocates Back Pappas In 2026 Senate Race

NCPSSM’s legislative agenda calls for eliminating the $184,500 cap on wages subject to SSI taxes and increasing the payroll tax rate.

Manchester Health Department Opens Addiction Awareness Exhibit At City Hall

The August exhibit pairs hand-drawn portraits with family stories to address stigma around substance use disorder.

Radio Free New Hampshire: In The Soup

Davidow: Out-of-state campaign operatives searched for a Maine candidate who suited their agenda and found an angry man with a Nazi tattoo.

Aldenberg To OCA: Supporters See A Watchdog, Critics See A Cop

The Office of Child Advocate is legislatively mandated to provide independent oversight of the DCYF.

Insider: Staffing Crisis, Failed Leadership Put SYSC Safety At Risk

Report: Staff members do not trust the Division for Children, Youth and Families team put in place to address the deteriorating situation.

No New Trial For Convicted YDC Abuser, Judge Rules

Convicted Sununu Youth Services Center abuser Brad Asbury is not getting a new trial after a judge ruled there was no new evidence.

SYSC Protesters: AG Report Repeats Pattern Of Blaming Victims

The unsigned report found no criminal conduct by state employees despite allegations of abuse.

Child Advocates Blast NH AG Report, Say SYSC Resisting Reform

Many good people inside DCYF and SYSC leave because they see no hope of reforming the failing agency, New Hampshire's child advocate says.

Charges In Manchester Against Controversial New Hampshire Libertarian Leader Dropped

Jeremy Kauffman was charged with disorderly conduct and obstructing government administration in April after an incident at Market Basket.

Radio Free New Hampshire: A Little Light Work

Davidow: The rise of New York socialists simply encapsulates the standard divide in American governance.

YDC Survivors Blast NH AG's Office Report: 'They're Hoping Everyone Moves On'

The 50-page report cleared state employees of criminal misconduct and blamed the children for their injuries and harsh treatment by staff.

Coalition On Nickenley Turenne's Death: 'We Remain Deeply Concerned By The Level And Speed Of Deadly Force Used'

Org: After carefully reviewing the NH AG's Office investigative findings, we remain deeply troubled by several aspects of this case.

Dysfunctional, Not Criminal: New Hampshire Attorney General's Office Clears Sununu Center Of Current Abuse

The report found the lack of both a clear operating philosophy and strong leadership has led to serious safety issues.