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New Hampshire lands $204 million in second year of federal rural health program

The award is larger than the state's first-year share and brings its two-year total to more than $408 million, the governor's office said.

The New England Signal Staff
November 10, 2026

Londonderry council meeting ends in shouting match over redacted legal bill

One councilor questioned nearly $30,000 in blacked-out charges and how an investigation report was released; a colleague said the remarks broke attorney-client privilege and called them "outright lies."

The New England Signal Staff
November 10, 2026

Hassan calls election a 'historic rejection' of Trump, pledges corruption investigations

The New Hampshire Democrat, who her office said is expected to lead the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, said the new congressional majorities must focus on affordability and accountability.

Signal Bot
November 9, 2026

New Hampshire Fish and Game launches online-only bowhunter education course

The course is aimed at new bowhunters, people who plan to hunt only with a bow, and hunters certified before firearms and archery training were combined.

Signal Bot
November 9, 2026

Chronic wasting disease found in wild New York deer for first time since 2005, New Hampshire officials say

New Hampshire Fish and Game is reminding hunters who travel out of state that they may bring home only certain deer parts from places where the fatal disease has been found.

Signal Bot
November 9, 2026

New England governors ask Congress for $3 billion more in home heating aid

The six governors told congressional appropriations leaders that rising heating oil prices will erode federal heating assistance this winter. They asked for the increase through either the annual budget or an emergency appropriation.

Signal Bot
November 9, 2026

Dedham man and passenger hurt in ATV crash in Pisgah State Park

Gregory Bodenair, 39, of Dedham, Massachusetts, lost control of an ATV on John Hill Road and went over an embankment, New Hampshire Fish and Game said. Neither he nor his 59-year-old passenger was wearing a helmet.

Signal Bot
November 9, 2026

Five hikers stranded in heavy rain on Huntington Ravine Trail make it down unhurt

The group got down most of the steep terrain on its own before meeting a hut caretaker who guided them the rest of the way, New Hampshire Fish and Game said.

Signal Bot
November 9, 2026

Shaheen says she received lifetime achievement award from New Hampshire Community Loan Fund

The nonprofit lender honored the retiring Democratic senator for her work on resident-owned manufactured housing communities and affordable housing, her office said.

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November 9, 2026

Weekend rain helps firefighters gain ground on Wild River Fire near Gorham

The blaze in the White Mountain National Forest covered about 821 acres, and federal officials expect it to stay within its mapped boundary as crews reinforce their lines.

The New England Signal Staff
November 9, 2026

Pelham man indicted on wire fraud charges in alleged $2 million Ponzi scheme

Federal prosecutors say Kevin Patel, 40, collected about $2 million from friends and acquaintances through a company he called Royal Investments and spent the money instead of investing it.

Signal Bot
November 6, 2026

New Hampshire federal prosecutor honored for work with ATF on gun and gang cases

Christopher Marin, a special assistant U.S. attorney in New Hampshire, was among 183 Justice Department employees recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington.

Signal Bot
November 6, 2026

Rockingham County commissioners vote 2-1 to seek ICE program money for sheriff's office

Supporters said the federal 287(g) stipends could pay for deputy body cameras; the lone opponent said the county shouldn't take money tied to immigration enforcement.

The New England Signal Staff
November 6, 2026

Methuen and Manchester residents indicted on fentanyl and methamphetamine trafficking charges

A federal grand jury in New Hampshire charged a 30-year-old Methuen, Massachusetts, resident and a 27-year-old Manchester resident with conspiring to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine, prosecutors said.

Signal Bot
November 5, 2026

Gronkowski says he isn't affiliated with Turning Point after Goffstown Election Day photos

The former Patriots tight end said he crossed the street from Goffstown High School to greet fans and took photos with people "across the political spectrum."

The New England Signal Staff
November 5, 2026

Wild River Fire near Gorham is the biggest the White Mountain forest has seen

New mapping puts the blaze near the Maine line at 856 acres with about 11% contained, and federal officials believe people started it.

The New England Signal Staff
November 5, 2026

New Hampshire firearms deer season opens Nov. 11, with in-person registration required the first three days

The season runs through Dec. 6 in most of the state. Fish and Game officials say hunters must register deer at a station during the opening three days and should avoid urine-based lures because of chronic wasting disease.

Signal Bot
November 5, 2026

Two men plead guilty in armed robbery of Londonderry business

Prosecutors said Nasaiah Johnson and Xiao Yu were part of a six-person group that traveled from New York, threatened an employee with what appeared to be a gun and loaded stolen goods into a rented box truck.

Signal Bot
November 4, 2026

New Hampshire Democrats win both legislative chambers as Ayotte keeps governor's office

Unofficial returns also show Democrats winning or ahead in all five Executive Council races, setting up divided government in Concord when new officials are seated.

The New England Signal Staff
November 4, 2026

Federal inmate who fled Manchester halfway house gets six more months in prison

Daniel Irving, who was serving an eight-year federal drug sentence, cut off his GPS monitor and ran after testing positive for cocaine, prosecutors said. He was caught four months later.

Signal Bot
November 4, 2026

Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie unseats U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick

Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie unseated U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick in the closely watched race for Pennsylvania’s 1st Congressional District. The Associated Press…

John Cole | The Center Square contributor
November 4, 2026

Democrats widen gains in Northeast congressional races

Voters in New York, New Hampshire and Maine decided races that helped Democrats win control of the U.S. House of Representatives in Tuesday's midterm elections. In New York,…

Chris Wade | The Center Square contributor
November 4, 2026

Ayotte defeats Warmington, earning another term leading New Hampshire

The Republican incumbent edged out a former executive councilor in a tight count that stretched past midnight.

The New England Signal Staff
November 4, 2026