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New Hampshire Named the Best State to Raise a Family, Granite State Overtakes Vermont for the Top Spot

On October 22, 2025, Governor Kelly Ayotte released the following statement after Consumer Affairs named New Hampshire as the best state to raise a family. The Granite State passed Vermont this year to secure the top spot. “This new #1 ranking proves what we already know...

NH Announces Contingency Plan for Delayed SNAP Benefits, State to Partner with Food Bank to Expand Mobile Pantries

The State of New Hampshire announces that it has developed a contingency plan to assist Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients affected by the federal government shutdown. In the event of a prolonged shutdown, November’s SNAP food benefits may not be issued until federal...

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Attorney General Warns of Scammers Impersonating Government Employees and Political Leaders

Attorney General John M. Formella issues a consumer alert warning New Hampshire residents of...

NH DHHS Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services is Now the Bureau of Adult and Aging Services

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is pleased to announce...

Governor Sununu Signs SB 393 into Law, Boosting New Hampshire’s Drinking Water Infrastructure with $6.5 Million Investment

Today, after signing SB 393 into law, relative to making an appropriation to the...

NH Fish and Game: Register Now for August and September Hunter Education Courses

Sign up now to take your Hunter Education class and be ready for all...

NH Receives Federal Approval to Expand Medicaid Coverage for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announces that it has...

New Hampshire Residents Invited to Shape Broadband Future in BEAD Challenge Process

The New Hampshire Office of Broadband Initiatives, within the New Hampshire Department of Business...

New Hampshire 911 Fully Restored After Temporary Interruption

Update - 6:15 a.m., July 19, 2024 The New Hampshire 911 server system has been...

New Section of NH Law Aims to Prevent Childhood Lead Exposure

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health...

Hikers Are Reminded to Be Aware, Prepared, and Responsible When Heading out in NH

Whether you plan to hike, kayak, climb, or engage in other outdoor activities, it's...

State Fire Marshal: Celebrate Safely and Legally with Fireworks This Fourth of July

With the Fourth of July upon us, it's important to remember that safety should...

DHHS Urges Residents to Take Precautions During Hot Weather

Ahead of the extreme heat expected, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human...

Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management advises Residents, Visitors to Prepare Now for Extreme Heat

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Gray, Maine, has issued Heat Advisories for most...

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Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents ‘East Coast Skateboarding’ by Michael Cirelli

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce East Coast Skateboarding, an...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Kicks Off 2025 Small Business Season

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its 2025 Small Business...

Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 11/06/25

Click here to watch See agenda below: Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22...

Public Engagement Hour: Join Mayor Paul Callaghan for His Final ‘City Chat’ on 11/14

Mayor Paul Callaghan, in collaboration with the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement,...