Southern New Hampshire Chamber Of Commerce Hosts Update With U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan

The Washington Update served as a powerful platform for open dialogue between local business leaders and a key voice on Capitol Hill.

Derry Rail Trail Advocates Win Injunction Against Feds, N.H. DOT

The tunnel would bring the rail trail directly along the historic Manchester & Lawrence Railroad right-of-way.

Brown Launches U.S. Senate Bid, Targets Pappas

State Sen. Dan Innis (R-Bradford), businessman Phil Taub, and political unknown Walter McFarlane are also considering Senate races in 2026.

Salem State Rep. Sweeney Warns It's Time For UNH Police To Work With ICE

Those are agreements allowing cops the authority to perform certain federal immigration enforcement functions after ICE trains them.

Layon: Pulling Back The Curtain On Administrative Rules

Derry GOP state Rep: The JLCAR, not the NH DHHS, reviews rules created by departments to ensure they are within the law, legislative intent.

Bill Prohibiting Sanctuary Cities Another Blow To Local Control, Committee Told

HB 511 requires law enforcement agencies to comply with immigration detainers of inmates.

Expanding Education Freedom Accounts Irresponsible, Committee Told

Activists say New Hampshire cannot afford two school systems at a state Senate public hearing considering removing salary caps on EFAs.

Pappas Trashes Leavitt In Senate Fundraising Appeal

“Chris Pappas here. I’m sorry about Karoline Leavitt,” the message begins, even though his former opponent is not running for U.S. Senate.

Defunding State Council On Arts Proposal Passes House Panel; Eliminate State Library Pending

Salem GOP Rep says cutting Council on the Arts and Library will save $6M in the next 2 years; Merrimack Democrat calls plan "abhorrent."

House Passes Parents Bill Of Rights In Bipartisan Vote

Co-sponsor Rep. Deb DeSimone (R-Atkinson) said in a statement the bill “doesn’t change any existing parental rights; it simply ensures” them

Trump Picks NH's Doucette To Lead FEMA In New England

President Donald Trump has tapped a 6-term Salem lawmaker who co-chaired 2 of his campaigns in the state to run New England’s FEMA office.

NHGOP Launches 'Republicans For Ray,' Thanks Democrat Chair For GOP Success

The presser was tongue-in-cheek, of course. But that didn’t mean it didn’t have bite. Buckley faces the Democratic Party committee Saturday.

Salem NH 2025 Town Election Results

Here are the results for the March 11, 2025, election in Salem, New Hampshire.

McDonnell: Support School Choice For Every New Hampshire Student

Salem state Rep: HB 115 raises the maximum annual income for the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program to 400% of the federal poverty.

Salem NH 2025 Town Election Voter Guide

Here is everything you need to know about the March 11, 2025, election in Salem, New Hampshire.

Analysis: NH Democrats' House Walkout Latest Example Of Party's Struggle With Gender Politics

Rep. Erica Layon, R-Derry, said: “We must overcome the campaign to silence women, or women ourselves will become history,” and Dems walked.

Salem Deputy Police Chief Cleared In Drinking Party Tip-Off Accusation

An investigation by a private firm cleared Deputy Chief Shane Smith of wrongdoing after an underage party bust in town in June 2024.

Salem Snowmobiler Strikes Tree In Columbia: NH Fish & Game

Crystal Coady was assisted by another snowmobiler and taken to Upper Connecticut Vally Hospital by the 45th Parallel EMS Tuesday afternoon.

March 11 Salem Town Election Sample Ballot

Here is the Salem sample ballot for March 11, 2025.

Salem Supervisors Of The Checklist To Meet March 1

New voters can register before the March 11 town election. Specific documentation is required.

Running For Office In 2025? Last Chance To Tell Salem NH Patch Readers

Candidates running for town offices in the March 11 election can tell readers why they are running before Election Day.

The Timberlane Tax Revolt

Danville, Sandown, Atkinson, and Plaistow homeowners drove to the Timberlane High School on icy roads to cap their property taxes.

New Town Residents: NH Voter Registration Requirements Have Changed

Secretary of State David Scanlan reminds new residents and people they can no longer use affidavits to prove their qualifications as voters.

Salem Town Office Candidate Filings End, Election Set For March 11

Town Council, Budget Committee, Planning Board, ZBA, and other positions will be selected on March 11.

New Hampshire Education Funding Bill Opposed and Praised

HB 675 would impose a spending cap limiting spending based on a 3-year average of the state grants and average attendance or the CPI.

NH Democrat Chairman Accused Of Sexism After 'Classless' Attack On White House Spox Leavitt

New Hampshire Democratic Party chair Ray Buckley didn’t let hometown pride keep him from insulting Atkinson's Karoline Leavitt on X.

Proposed Student Cellphone Ban Builds Momentum In State House And School Districts

Some lawmakers are hoping to pass a law restricting cellphones across the state of New Hampshire.

NH Native Leavitt Makes News — And History — At First White House Press Briefing

Despite inviting more voices to the briefing, the left-leaning media ensured Karoline Leavitt's first day featured testy exchanges.

Keller: Trump Administration Press Briefing Recalls 2017 Confusion

During Trump's first term, a bird flu outbreak prompted the chicken culling under a federal policy adopted in 2017.

Goodlander, Pappas Vote Against Bill Protecting Girls Sports From Biological Males

The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 was approved by the House along party lines.

Salem's Supervisors Of The Checklist Meet On Jan. 21

Residents of Salem may register to vote or change their existing data, including party affiliation, at this session.

Salem Town Office Candidate Filings Begin Jan. 22

Town Council, Budget Committee, Planning Board, ZBA, and other positions will be selected on March 11.

Sweeney: In Salem We're Building Homes, Strengthening Freedom, And Solidifying Our Republican Values

State Rep: Salem recognized allowing the free market to work, being open to zoning reforms, and reducing barriers are the keys to growth.

Progressive Groups Target Ayotte Over Support For Deporting Illegals

In a letter, immigrant and refugee orgs have made false claims about governor-elect Kelly Ayotte's statements concerning migrants.

Executive Council Approves Hampstead Hospital Lease With Dartmouth Health

The hospital is exempt from federal reporting requirements because the state operates it; Gatsas, Sununu, and Warmington say goodbye.

Trump Says Republicans Will Try To End Daylight Saving Time

His latest comment called for daylight saving time to be eliminated. Daylight saving time ends in the fall when clocks turn back one hour.

Council Tables Proposed Partnership Between Dartmouth Health And Hampstead Hospital

The proposal would allow Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, a subsidiary of Dartmouth Health, to take over Hampstead, with a 7-year lease.

Cline: Cigarette 'Smuggling' Boosted State Revenues $955M Over 15 Years

Data: New Hampshire is the No. 3 state in the country for outbound cigarette smuggling, resulting in a revenue windfall.

Granite Stater Karoline Leavitt Tapped To Be Trump's White House Spox

Leavitt is the youngest person ever to serve as the president’s press secretary — a job previously held by many luminaries.

Salem NH Election 2024 Voter Results: GOP Sweep State House Seats

Here are the results from the Nov. 5, 2024, election in Salem, New Hampshire.