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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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Lowest Unemployment Rate in America: New Hampshire Economy Soars

On August 18th, after new data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics...

Governor Chris Sununu Signs 54 Bills Into Law, Vetoes 2

Last week, Governor Chris Sununu signed the following 54 bills into law: HB 75: Relative...

Governor Chris Sununu Signs 29 Bills Into Law, Vetoes 1

On July 28th, Governor Chris Sununu signed the following 29 bills into law: HB...

Brake for Moose — It Could Save Your Life

Remember to brake for moose when traveling on New Hampshire’s roadways. There were 58...

Register Now for August and September Hunter Education Courses

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

Record July Rainfall Creates Hazardous OHRV Riding Conditions

New Hampshire Fish and Game’s (NHFG) Law Enforcement Division is warning riders that many...

NHDOT Safety Patrol Working to Help Stranded Motorists

Another busy summer travel season has begun and the New Hampshire DOT Safety Patrol,...

DHHS Announces Approval of Multiple Contracts to Further Support Child Care System in New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Executive Council recently approved a series of contracts totaling $15.5 million...

Investigators Urge Granite Staters to Share Social Media Impacts

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that starting today the New Hampshire Department of...

Registration Is Open for This Fall’s Becoming an Outdoors Woman Weekend Workshop

Women interested in learning outdoor skills in a beautiful setting can sign up for...

NHDES Declares Smoke Advisory, Air Pollution from Wildfire Smoke Could Reach Unhealthy Levels

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is expecting concentrations of fine particle...

NH Governor Chris Sununu Signs Historic Bipartisan Budget

On June 19th, 2023, Governor Chris Sununu signed HB 1 and HB 2, the...

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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...