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2017: The 5 Most-Read Stories On Milford Patch

Year In Review: VFW hall suspended, indictments, and a self-proclaimed NH fascist makes national headlines.

MILFORD, NH — It was another busy year on New Hampshire’s 12 Patch.com sites including Milford. Here are the Top 5 stories of 2017.

  1. Video Of Self-Proclaimed Fascist, Keene Talk Host Crying Goes Viral: In a live video feed, Christopher Cantwell, a former NY congressional candidate, cries about a possible arrest after "Unite the Right" riot.
  2. Alleged Nashua, Merrimack Drug Dealers, Others Indicted In Hillsborough County: Plus, a Leominster woman was indicted for burglary, forgery, and stalking, while Lawrence, Wilton residents were indicted on drug charges.
  3. Milford VFW Charter Suspended Due to Financial 'Irregularities': The state VFW suspended all operations of the Milford VFW for up to 90 days while financial records are reviewed.
  4. Alleged Nashua Drug Dealers, Others Indicted: Hillsborough County Roundup: A Keene woman was indicted for second-degree assault in Milford and a man indicted for allegedly threatening to kill a woman with a knife.
  5. Man Passed Out In SUV With Loaded Needle Near Child: Cops: Benjamin Philbrick of Milford was arrested on numerous charges including child endangerment and DWI in Manchester yesterday.

What were the most memorable stories of the year for you? Let us know in the comments section.

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