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United Health Foundation: New Hampshire Named the Healthiest State in the Nation

New Hampshire has been ranked the healthiest state in the nation, according to America’s Health Rankings, released Thursday by the United Health Foundation. The annual report evaluates states across a broad range of indicators, including social and economic factors, physical environment, clinical care, health behaviors,...

NH Fish and Game: Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire Is January 17, 2026

If you’ve ever wanted to try ice fishing, why not take advantage of New Hampshire’s winter free fishing day on Saturday, January 17, 2026. That’s a day you can fish without a license in New Hampshire. Note that all other regulations must be followed. Learn...

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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...

NH Governor Chris Sununu Signs 26 Bills Into Law

On June 19th, 2023, Governor Chris Sununu signed the following 26 bills into law...

New Hampshire Earns Top National Ranking in State Health Care System Performance

New Hampshire ranks among the top three states in the 2023 Scorecard on State Health...

Nighttime Paving on Exits 14-16 on Route 16 in Rochester, Detours and lane shifts starting 6/26

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) will be closing the Exit 14 ramps...

NH State Record: Unemployment Rate Reaches a Historic Low of 1.9 Percent

On June 13th, Governor Chris Sununu issued the following statement after the NH Department...

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Rochester Public Library to Host Pet Food Pantry on January 24

The Rochester Public Library will host a Pet Pantry on January 24, 2026, from...

United Health Foundation: New Hampshire Named the Healthiest State in the Nation

New Hampshire has been ranked the healthiest state in the nation, according to America’s Health...

Watch: City Council – 1/13/26

Click here to watch Link to the City Council agendas and packets page Public Meetings are...

Rochester Public Library Teens Read Over 200,000 Minutes in 2025 Fall Reading Program

The Rochester Public Library's Teen Room is pleased to announce the success of its...