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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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$15M in Funding Approved for Child Care Recruitment and Retention

At the November 29th Governor and Council meeting, $15,000,000 in funding was approved for...

State of New Hampshire tops rankings for economic and personal freedoms

Recently, the Cato Institute released its seventh biennial Freedom in the 50 States report, in...

For Your Information: Home Heating tips for the Winter Heating Season

With the home heating season approaching, the New Hampshire Department of Energy (DOE) and...

Governor Chris Sununu Nominates Melissa Beth Countway to New Hampshire Supreme Court

Today, Governor Chris Sununu nominated Melissa Beth Countway of Alton to serve on the...

Nearly $10 Million in Additional Funding Awarded to The Doorways

On November 8th, members of the Executive Council voted to approve $9,789,398 in additional...

Funds for Family Violence Prevention Specialists Approved

On November 8th, the Executive Council voted to approve $2,464,088 in funding for the...

New Hampshire Expands Access to Naloxone, Available through the Doorway System

In an ongoing effort to increase access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services for...

Hunters Eagerly Await the Start of Firearms Deer Season, a big day for the state’s over 60k hunters

The regular firearms deer hunting season opens Wednesday, November 8 in New Hampshire, a...

‘Let’s Go Fishing’ Program Seeks Volunteer Ice Fishing Instructors, All levels of experience are welcome

Are you an ice angler who is looking to give back to your community?...

Governor Chris Sununu Signs “Don’t Overload the Code” Executive Order

On October 31st, Governor Chris Sununu signed Executive Order 2023-07, An Order Establishing the...

Sign Up Now for Snowmobile and OHRV Safety Classes

Winter is on its way, and free in-person snowmobile safety education classes are now being...

Tips for Hikers on Sharing the Outdoors During Hunting Season

Hunting seasons have arrived in the Granite State as has a renewed public interest...

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City Offices Closed Tuesday, November 11, in Observance of Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, all Municipal Offices, including...

Rochester Historical Society to Host Railroad Talk on 11/13

The Rochester Historical Society will host a presentation on the city’s railroad history on...

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...