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The Director of New Hampshire’s new rural health program has outlined goals for federal funds. An oversight committee heard concerns regarding restraints and strip-searches at the Sununu Youth Services Center. Ayotte is investigating a 'blended sales tax' charged by Vail Resorts. A study found nitrate contaminates drinking water for millions of Americans.
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U.S. SenatorBluesky2h ago
Jeanne Shaheen
Congratulations to Franklin High School for being named New Hampshire’s top high school. I had the opportunity to speak with staff at Franklin High last month and it's wonderful to see how their hard work and dedication has truly transformed the school.
From budget cuts to best high school in NH: Franklin gets some good news
After Franklin High School rethought its approach to education, the drop out rate dropped, attendance increased, and more students pursued free courses at the state’s community colleges. The New Hamps...
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky3h ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
"The analysis relies on public records obtained from public drinking water systems in every state except New Hampshire, where data was not provided." From Kevin Hardy via @stateline.org
Nitrate contaminates the drinking water of millions of Americans, study finds • New Hampshire Bulletin
Nearly one-fifth of Americans relied on drinking water systems with elevated and potentially dangerous levels of nitrate in recent years, according to a new study released Thursday. The nonprofit…
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New Hampshire Bulletin
Donnalee Lozeau, of GO-NORTH, said her philosophy in distributing the hundreds of millions of dollars the federal government is giving NH to spend on its struggling rural healthcare system will be about long-term investments, not short-term fixes. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
$1 billion over 5 years: Director of NH’s new rural health program rolls out goals for federal funds • New Hampshire Bulletin
Donnalee Lozeau, director of GO-NORTH, said her philosophy in distributing the hundreds of millions of dollars the federal government is giving New Hampshire to spend on its struggling rural…
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky1d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
"House Bill 1422, sponsored by Pelham Republican Rep. Tom Mannion, would eliminate the three-year deadline if new evidence emerges." From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Lawmakers again consider giving convicts more time to prove their innocence • New Hampshire Bulletin
New Hampshire state law allows convicts three years to request a new trial. After that, they lose the right. That’s true even if new evidence contradicting their guilt emerges. However, New Hampshire…
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky1d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
"Rules and fines aside, rangers already recommend everyone use a bear canister throughout the state for the protection of their supplies and the state’s black bears alike." From @mollyrains.bsky.social #NHPolitics
New bear safety rule highlights how increased visitation influences wildlife in the White Mountains • New Hampshire Bulletin
Black bears are thriving in New Hampshire — especially in the White Mountains region, home to some of the best bear habitat around. But human visitors are becoming more common in the area, too,…
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky1d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
President Donald Trump safely evacuated the White House Correspondents Dinner at a hotel in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night after shots were fired by an alleged lone gunman. From @janenorman.bsky.social and @fischler.bsky.social
Trump uninjured after gunfire at Washington press dinner; suspect in custody • New Hampshire Bulletin
President Donald Trump safely evacuated the White House Correspondents Dinner at a hotel in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night after shots were fired by an alleged lone gunman.
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky1d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
"HB 348 allows cities and towns to choose to implement a residency requirement. For those who do so, the bill allows individuals to use a lease, utility bill, car registration, or government-issued document demonstrating residency within the previous 60 days." @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Bill would give towns right to require proof of residency before providing welfare • New Hampshire Bulletin
New Hampshire’s centuries-old welfare law is pointed and clear: If a resident is poor or unable to support themselves, a municipality must provide relief. That aid can come in a number of forms, from…
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky2d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
Rep. Judy Aron said she was inspired to propose the language in response to a mining company’s struggle to obtain a permit for an operation in her town of Acworth. From Molly Rains #NHPolitics
In place of hollowed-out bottle ban, House takes a shot at mining permit reform • New Hampshire Bulletin
A bill proposed earlier this year as a path to reducing plastic pollution in New Hampshire has been put on a different course with a replace-all amendment regarding mining and prospecting.
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky2d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
Commentary from @danawormald.bsky.social : "I still see New Hampshire and the nation as fixer-uppers rather than tear-downs, despite what the well-heeled demolition crews in Concord and Washington say, in words and actions." #NHPolitics
What’s possible for us in New Hampshire, and who decides? • New Hampshire Bulletin
My response to the reader was my honest opinion, based on countless conversations and political observations over the years, but my own words bothered me all the same. When did I become so cynical?
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“We have drafted PFAS regulations. They are done and ready to go,” said Brandon Kernen, head of NH’s Drinking Water and Groundwater Bureau. The draft rules mimic what they believe the federal government’s rules will be, but NH won’t adopt finalized rules until the federal regulations are clear.
With national PFAS standards in flux, New Hampshire regulators try to move forward
There are more than 15,000 PFAS chemicals. The 2024 federal limits applied to six of them. But if the Trump administration changes those rules, only two could be regulated going forward.
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New limits on how local governments issue no-trespass orders on public property faced a wall of opposition this week at its Senate hearing from law enforcement officials, school representatives and municipal leaders.
NH bill on no trespass orders faces opposition at hearing
NH Rep. Juliet Harvey-Bolia, the prime sponsor of House Bill 1184, said it is “very loose” how schools, towns, cities, and other public entities issue no-trespass orders. However, town and school lead...
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A federal program that provides job training for low-income older adults is starting back up in several New Hampshire counties, after federal funding delays last summer and the program administrator closing left it in limbo.
A paid job training program is back up and running for older adults in New Hampshire
The Senior Community Service Employment Program assists low-income older adults across the country as they learn resume writing, computer skills, and obtain other information or certifications they ma...
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The Trump administration is easing rules on medical marijuana. Rescheduling marijuana has been discussed in Washington for years. Here's a guide to what's changing now:
Trump administration eases rules on some marijuana categories. Here's what to know
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said he is immediately moving medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, which includes drugs like ketamine, Tylenol with codeine and anabolic steroids.
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U.S. SenatorBluesky2d ago
Jeanne Shaheen
Hundreds of thousands of Granite Staters rely on Medicaid to access the health care services they need. The President's decision to cut federal funding for Medicaid was a travesty that is already hurting my constituents. I'm committed to fighting back. newhampshirebulletin.com/2026/04/14/m...
Medicaid matters more than ever for New Hampshire • New Hampshire Bulletin
As we mark Medicaid Awareness Month, it’s worth taking a fresh look at what this program means for New Hampshire — not in abstract terms, but in the day-to-day reality of access to care, affordability...
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Spring is the start of wildfire season in New Hampshire, and this year, the ongoing drought across most of the state could supercharge conditions. According to the state’s Forest Protection Bureau, this January through March was the sixth driest first quarter in New Hampshire ever recorded.
Ongoing drought could fuel a more intense wildfire season in NH
State officials recommend people take precautions, like properly extinguishing any fire, to reduce the risk of starting a wildfire.
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Seven months ago, the Claremont School Board announced a $5 million budget deficit. This week, it hired a new superintendent — at a salary that makes him one of the highest paid in the state.
‘Claremont’s situation intrigues me’: District spends big on new superintendent to address budget crisis
Timothy Broadrick said the opportunity to tackle the district’s budget crisis, high turnover, and low test scores are a chance to make a difference “in a place where one is needed.”
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky2d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
Concerns about insecticides and their impact on NH’s wildlife aren’t going away, senators said Thursday. But with one bill on the subject sent for interim study and another killed this week, the Legislature will not take the matter any further this session. From @mollyrains.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Senate blocks study of insecticide-treated seeds  • New Hampshire Bulletin
Concerns about insecticides and their impact on New Hampshire's wildlife aren't going away, senators said on Thursday. But with one bill on the subject sent for interim study and another killed this…
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U.S. SenatorBluesky2d ago
Jeanne Shaheen
Our ski economy generates millions for Granite State communities. As climate change threatens this vital industry, I’ve secured funding for snow pack research and monitoring—making our ski economy more resilient in the face of changing weather patterns.
Ski industry workers are worried about climate change, UNH research shows
As winters warm, days with enough deep snowpack for skiing are disappearing.
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States Newsroom nonprofitBluesky3d ago
New Hampshire Bulletin
The Department of Justice dropped its investigation Friday of the Federal Reserve and Chair Jerome Powell over building renovation costs, a move that could open the door for new Fed leadership next month — and signaled a victory for North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis. From @ashleymurray.bsky.social
Trump administration investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell scrapped • New Hampshire Bulletin
The Department of Justice dropped its investigation Friday of the Federal Reserve and Chair Jerome Powell over building renovation costs, a move that could open the door for new Fed leadership next…
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A former counselor who was accused of grooming and sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl inside New Hampshire’s youth detention system two decades ago will not face a third trial after state prosecutors announced they would drop his criminal charges.
NH drops sexual assault charges against former youth counselor
After failing to secure a conviction in two previous trials, the state will not pursue a third case against Victor Malavet, who maintains his innocence.
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In a reversal for Republican legislative leaders, the New Hampshire House has rejected — at least for now — creating universal public school open-enrollment. The Republican push to allow any student in public school to transfer to any other public school district fell 16 votes short Thursday.
Latest open enrollment bill rejected by the NH House, including some Republicans
Concerns over money and implementation prompted lawmakers in the House to reject a priority bill for Republican leaders.
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If you look closely at Lee's public library, you might see the gleam of solar panels — a new high-tech addition to the 134-year old building that once served as a schoolhouse. In the building’s basement, there’s another set of shiny new objects: batteries, charged by the solar panels.
‘A win-win’: Batteries, smart thermostats can help out New England’s grid and make customers some cash
New England utilities and grid operators are working to reduce demand on the grid during times of peak use. In the long run, those efforts could help mitigate how much more infrastructure New England ...
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