Jan
03
7 topics to watch as NH lawmakers embark on new session
Expect some familiar topics, but remember: surprises are possible.
8 min read
Amanda Gokee, New Hampshire Bulletin
Amanda Gokee is a reporter for the New Hampshire Bulletin, a nonprofit news organization that publishes stories under a Creative Commons license and isn't affiliated with Granite Memo.
Dec
19
Cost of New Hampshire search and rescue missions continues to rise
A state senator is introducing legislation to add consequences for people with an outstanding Search and Rescue bill.
4 min read
Dec
12
What NH loses if it no longer goes first in the presidential primary
For the political elite, there's a lot at stake in preserving the state's primacy.
6 min read
Dec
09
Fewer than expected apply for energy aid, governor says
Mild temperatures could play a role in how many applications the state is receiving.
2 min read
Nov
21
Belknap County delegation takes shape after voters wake up to 'extremism'
Only half of last year's delegation is returning, with voters rejecting six incumbents.
6 min read
Nov
15
At least 31 recounts requested in NH races, an uncommonly high number
In a typical year, there are about a dozen. This year's will continue through the weekend and into next week.
5 min read
Nov
14
Voters reject NH constitutional convention, keep register of probate
Members of both major parties expressed concern about revising such an important document at a time of political polarization.
2 min read
Nov
09
Long lines at Derry's lone polling place prompt AG's involvement
Some local leaders, for their part, are already looking at what they can do differently ahead of the next election.
4 min read
Nov
08
Inflation, abortion among drivers of strong Election Day turnout in New Hampshire
Voters cited abortion, Social Security, the climate crisis, energy independence, or economic pressures, as the issue that brought them to the polls.
10 min read
Nov
08
Overvoted ballots could slow down NH election workers and delay results
Voting rights advocates say the loosely organized effort may make the process more cumbersome.
6 min read