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New Hampshire journalist, skier, emerging cribbage player.

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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Seacoast scenes as the storm picks up in NH. Waves break over the seawall along Ocean Boulevard in Rye today.
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Photos: Nor’easter brings rain, high surf and winds to NH; coastal flood advisory issued
The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory for Friday through Sunday, and a coastal flood advisory Saturday into Sunday.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Update: A coastal flood advisory was issued Friday. It's in effect Saturday at 10 a.m. through Sunday at 4 p.m. The scene at Hampton Beach midday Friday.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Big Lake issues: Over the past seven years, harmful cyanobacteria blooms have been increasing substantially, by an average of 23% per year.
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Lake Winnipesaukee water quality is declining, report finds
The report found water clarity is now eight feet worse than it was in the 1980s
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
What the National Weather Service calls a “limited power outage threat” is expected along the Seacoast, where steady northeast winds will contribute to minor coastal flooding at high tide, starting Friday night. A high surf advisory was issued: Large breaking waves of 7 to 12 feet are expected.
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Nor’easter to bring rain, high surf and winds to NH this weekend
The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory for Friday through Sunday. Coastal flooding is possible, as are power outages.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Following reports that a former power plant property could be used for a hyperscale data center in Bow, residents from the town and neighboring communities overwhelmingly spoke out against such a plan at a selectboard meeting Tuesday.
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It was a revenue-generating power plant. Bow residents worry a data center could be next.
Public records show the owner of former coal-powered plant Merrimack Station are seeking an assessment for turning the property into a data center.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
"If we can sort of band together behind the conservation of a particular species, we are absolutely able to have a successful conservation story," said Mickayla Johnston, New Hampshire Audubon's avian biologist.
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New Hampshire's bald eagle population sets a new record
100 bald eagle chicks fledged their nests in New Hampshire this year, the most since the population was near extinction about 40 years ago.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Attention leaf peepers: “We’re in the ‘Goldilocks Zone’ in terms of the influence of summer weather on the condition and duration of fall foliage,” says Dave Anderson of the Forest Society. “It's going to be an awesome foliage year!” www.nhpr.org/show/somethi...
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Something Wild: NH can expect a spectacular and prolonged fall foliage season
Foliage season is worth celebrating every year in the Granite State; take a moment to slow down and appreciate the beauty.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The plaintiffs filed an appeal to the New Hampshire Supreme Court, seeking to stop the state from sending the ballots to towns and cities. In an order late Thursday, the Supreme Court denied their request.
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Update: Courts clear way for school tax cap question to appear on NH ballots
Update: The New Hampshire Supreme Court, in an order issued late Thursday, denied an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order to stop the state from sending ballots to towns and cities.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
In New Hampshire, you can only vote by mail if you vote by absentee ballot, and you can only do that if you meet certain criteria. Unlike some other states, New Hampshire does not allow “no-excuse” mail-in voting. Here’s an overview of how to vote absentee in this year’s election in New Hampshire.
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How to vote by absentee ballot in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, you can only vote by mail if you vote by absentee ballot, and you can only do that if you meet certain criteria. Here's how it all works.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
“Judges should hold themselves to the highest standards and they have to be fair and impartial,” Ayotte told reporters Wednesday. “We will make sure that whoever we put on the court conducts themselves that way.”
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Ayotte to begin search for next NH Supreme Court chief justice; timeline unclear
Gov. Kelly Ayotte told reporters that she will consult with a judicial selection committee before filling the seat vacated by Gordon MacDonald. She declined to say if she will nominate a replacement b...
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New Hampshire Public Radio @nhpr.org · 15/09/2026
New Hampshire Supreme Court Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald announced his resignation from the bench on Tuesday, effective immediately, after being accused of violating the state’s judicial code of conduct for his role in orchestrating a payout to a top ally last year.
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NH Chief Justice MacDonald announces resignation; ethics probe loomed
Gordon MacDonald, the state's top judge, announced his sudden resignation on Tuesday. He was facing potential discipline for his role in a unique personnel maneuver that benefited a top ally.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Story excerpt: The ruling released Monday by the high court means the U.S. Postal Service is expected to continue delivering ballots as usual.
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The Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail voting restrictions for this year's midterms
The Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration's request to allow mail-in voting restrictions under a U.S. Postal Service plan for the midterm general election.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan said that the federal government provided no "factual or legal basis” for the demand, and that the ballots remain confidential.
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Trump administration demands NH continue storing old ballots, citing potential lawsuit
New Hampshire received a letter from the U.S. Department of Justice instructing local voting officials to continue holding onto ballots from 2024, instead of shredding the records.
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New Hampshire Public Radio @nhpr.org · 10/09/2026
Two beams are being projected from the Mount Washington summit to honor the 25th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks this weekend, but local conservationists are worried the memorial could hurt migrating birds.
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Conservationists monitor migrating birds as Mt. Washington 9/11 tribute lights up night sky
Local conservationists have been working on a plan to protect and observe birds during the 4-day long tribute.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Nottingham residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of a temporary moratorium on data centers in town. The ballot question was approved 1,335 to 143.
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Nottingham voters overwhelmingly approve moratorium on data centers
The one-year moratorium would give town officials time to potentially permanently modify zoning rules.
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New Hampshire Public Radio @nhpr.org · 09/09/2026
Democratic Rep. Maggie Goodlander and Republican Lily Tang Williams both sailed to solid victories in their respective primary races, setting up a rematch from two years ago in November’s general election.
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Goodlander, Williams win in 2nd District Congressional primaries, setting up rematch
Democratic Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander and Republican Lily Tang Williams both easily won their respective primaries. The two faced each other in the 2024 general election.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The Associated Press called the race for Shaheen at 12:35 a.m. Wednesday, with 37% of the vote against 35% for Sullivan, with 88% of total votes counted.
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Shaheen notches narrow win in 1st District Democratic race; DiLorenzo wins GOP primary
Anthony DiLorenzo easily won the Republican primary on Tuesday night, while Stefany Shaheen edged out Maura Sullivan for the Democratic nomination.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The AP has called the race for Sununu and Pappas, who will face off in November. In the 1st District, Anthony DiLorenzo has won the GOP primary, according to AP results.
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Live updates: Sununu and Pappas win their Senate primaries
NH state primary election results are coming in — here's where to find them.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Here we go! The state primary election is underway.
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Live updates: Primary Election Day in NH
What you need to know for voting during today’s state primary election.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The state primary election is tomorrow, Sept. 8. Here's a quick step-by-step guide to how to vote: www.nhpr.org/politics/202...
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A procrastinator's guide to the NH state primary
We’ve spent the week learning about the primaries. Now, it’s time to vote!
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Here's what you need to know to register and vote in the state primary election on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
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A procrastinator's guide to the NH state primary
We’ve spent the week learning about the primaries. Now, it’s time to vote!
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
NH Secretary of State David Scanlan, asked about Aaron Day's bid for the Nov. 3 ballot: “He missed the deadline with his nomination papers. So he will not be on the general election ballot.” This comes a day after a court sided in Day's favor "if he is otherwise eligible."
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Judge clears way for independent U.S. Senate candidate to be on the ballot
A federal judge has ordered that New Hampshire’s Secretary of State include Aaron Day on the ballot, after first rejecting his candidacy over eligibility two months ago.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
A UNH Survey Center poll from last week showed Chris Pappas leading Karishma Manzur by 13 points, down from the 43 point margin Pappas enjoyed back in April.
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In Senate Democratic primary's final days, Pappas vs. Manzur race appears to be tightening
Rep. Chris Pappas has advantages in fundraising and name recognition, but first-time candidate Karishma Manzur is criticizing his establishment ties.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
In a new class action lawsuit, residents of a housing authority in Concord claim the sheer amount of data being collected by Minut devices is akin to a continuous warrantless government search, and a violation of their privacy rights.
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Concord Housing Authority put high-tech sensors in rentals. Lawsuit claims it’s surveillance.
Devices made by the company Minut can monitor noise levels or smoking, without a camera. The ACLU says they are akin to continuous warrantless searches by the government, and an invasion of privacy.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
It's coming down to the wire for a couple of Democrats seeking their party's nomination in the 1st Congressional District. My colleague Todd Bookman reports on one of the notable names in the field ahead of the state primary on Sept. 8.
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What’s in a name? For a ‘Shaheen’ on the campaign trail in 2026, quite a lot
Stefany Shaheen is running for Congress in New Hampshire’s 1st District, as her mother — the most successful Democrat in modern state history — exits the political stage.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
John E. Sununu says Congress should take back the power it has ceded to the executive branch under Republican and Democratic administrations.
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Primary conversations: Sununu says Congress should take back powers from executive branch
Senate Republican candidate John E. Sununu is a former U.S. senator and congressman for New Hampshire
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
On Thursday, state Sens. Darryl Abbas, a Republican from Salem, Donovan Fenton, a Keene Democrat, and Suzanne Prentiss, a Democrat from Lebanon, announced they planned to file legislation for the “Imagination Library Act.”
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NH lawmakers eye plan to make Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library available statewide
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library would be available to families across New Hampshire under a bill a bipartisan group of state senators plan to file next month.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Mooniacs on the loose tonight. A near-total lunar eclipse is due around midnight. Scene at Jenness State Beach a few minutes ago.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
"I don't owe anybody anything," Brown said. "I didn't get the president's endorsement, John [E. Sununu] did. That's a guy that was with [John] Kasich, Nikki Haley, and wrote an op ed calling the president a loser, but somehow he got that endorsement."
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Primary conversations: Scott Brown says he’s only ‘independent’ in Senate race
Republican Scott Brown is a former U.S. senator from Massachusetts and former ambassador to New Zealand.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Attorney General John Formella likened holding Meta accountable as akin to reining in big tobacco and opioid manufacturers. “This case really began with a simple question: what responsibility does a company have when they design their products to addict kids? And when those products harm kids?”
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Meta to pay NH up to $224M as part of child safety trial settlement
As much as $224 million is expected to come to New Hampshire as part of a $17 billion multistate settlement with Meta focusing on protecting children who use the social media network.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The proposed settlement would require Meta to pay $17 billion in penalties to the states over 10 years, and to make significant changes to how its platforms operate so that they are safer for minors.
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Meta, states agree to $17 billion settlement in child safety trial
The social media giant also agreed to make sweeping changes to Instagram and Facebook.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Last week, the judge overseeing the case dismissed the bulk of the Rye Harbor Lobster Pound's allegations, leaving only a single claim related to emotional distress allegedly suffered by the father and daughter who own the restaurant, Nathan Hanscom and Sylvia Cheever.
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Judge dismisses bulk of legal claims made by Rye Harbor seafood shack
The lawsuit brought by Rye Harbor Lobster Pound accuses state regulators of unfairly targeting the business, after it saw a surge in popularity in the early years of the pandemic.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
“Charlie is incredibly fortunate to have so many friends and family. To everyone who called, prayed, sent messages/cards, and surrounded Charlie with so much love and positive energy, we cannot thank you enough for being there for him and for us," the Laconia Motorcycle Week Association posted.
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Charlie St. Clair, lawmaker and leader of Laconia Bike Week, dies after motorcycle accident
Charlie St. Clair was head of the Laconia Motorcycle Week since 1991. He died Saturday after injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Ohio.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
The NASCAR Cup Series race starts at 2 p.m. on Sunday at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, but there is additional racing and practice on Saturday.
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Expect traffic ahead of NASCAR race weekend in Loudon
The state is rolling out traffic control measures Saturday and Sunday to accommodate more than 15,000 cars and 42,000 spectators expected to attend the NASCAR World Cup Series race at the New Hampshir...
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New Hampshire Public Radio @nhpr.org · 22/08/2026
From Medicare for All, to a public option, to an all-of-the-above strategy, health care emerged as a key issue in the 1st Congressional District's Democratic primary campaign this week.
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Democrats in NH's 1st District race push competing visions for health care reform
From Medicare for All, to a public option, to an all-of-the-above strategy, health care emerged as a key campaign issue this week.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The NH Senate and House convene today to take up Governor Ayotte’s vetoes. www.nhpr.org/nh-news/2026...
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NH lawmakers face a long list of bills as they seek to overturn Ayotte's vetoes
The New Hampshire House and Senate meet Wednesday to take up the 31 bills that Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed this year. It's the largest number of vetoes in recent state history.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
There have been a lot of changes to the state’s voting laws in recent years. So here’s what you need to know ahead of the 2026 elections.
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Get ready to vote in NH: How to register, what documents to bring and more
The state primary is Sept. 8 and the general election is Nov. 3.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Members of the Pemi Valley Search and Rescue Team hiked over 4 miles to Franconia Ridge and then to Mount Lincoln, which has an elevation of 5,089 feet, where they located the four hikers at 1:15 a.m. Saturday.
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NH Fish and Game to bill hikers for rescue from Franconia Ridge
NH Fish and Game says four hikers rescued from Franconia Ridge were unprepared for the hike and will be charged for the cost of the rescue.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
New Hampshire housing advocates say the new federal 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will give developers more flexibility and incentives to build affordable units in the state.
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How the new federal housing act will affect NH’s real estate crunch
New Hampshire housing advocates say the legislation will give developers more flexibility and incentives to build affordable units in the state.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In the abscence of Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald, Justice Patrick Donovan, who has the most seniority of the remaining judges, will perform the duties of the chief justice.
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NH Chief Justice out indefinitely, with few details released about his condition
Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald took a sudden medical leave of absence last week. Court officials say day-to-day operations won’t be affected.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
In a five-page statement, the NH Judicial Conduct Committee alleges retired Supreme Court Justice Hantz Marconi violated state law, as well a regulation that requires judges in New Hampshire to avoid impropriety both on and off the bench. Here's the latest from my colleague Todd Bookman:
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Former NH Supreme Court Justice Hantz Marconi hit with ethics charges
Retired state Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi is the subject of a formal statement of charges announced Thursday by the New Hampshire Judicial Conduct Committee.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
According to the state Attorney General’s office, an investigation found that Lamoureux had placed GPS tracking devices on his then-girlfriend’s car and his own vehicle, and downloaded a tracking app to his phone.
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Trooper pleads guilty to false report about GPS tracking device on girlfriend’s car
The NH Attorney General’s office said a state trooper resigned and pleaded guilty to filing a false report after he placed a GPS tracking device on his girlfriend’s car.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Rye Beach held its first service in the summer of 1876. The historic chapel, built for $4,000 when Ulysses S. Grant was president, is having a 150th celebration Saturday.
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At St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea, a celebration of 150 years of service, song and salt air
St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Rye Beach held its first service in the summer of 1876. The historic chapel was built for $4,000.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
“The members of the New Hampshire Supreme Court are united in wishing Chief Justice MacDonald a full and speedy recovery,” the court’s four other justices said in a joint statement.
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NH Chief Justice takes sudden medical leave of absence
Supreme Court Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald’s leave begins immediately, the court announced on Friday. No reason was provided.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
A flood watch is in effect for much of New Hampshire through Thursday morning. The forecast calls for heavy rainfall and a chance of persistent thunderstorms.
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Flood watch issued for much of NH; forecast calls for heavy rain, thunderstorms
A flood watch was issued for parts of New Hampshire today through Thursday morning.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
“I knew at the time it was wrong and a huge mistake and a crime,” Jay Lucas told the judge during his hearing. “I deeply regret my conduct and I'm sorry for what I have done.”
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Jay Lucas, one-time candidate for NH governor, pleads guilty to fraud
Lucas led a venture firm that prosecutors said functioned more like a Ponzi scheme. The 71-year-old former Republican gubernatorial candidate pleaded guilty in a New York courtroom.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
My fav quote this week: “Do you want to pay the farmer or the pharmacist?” www.nhpr.org/nh-news/2026...
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Many NH customers turn to local farms for lettuce amid cyclospora outbreaks
NHPR went to one farm to see how people are choosing local produce in the hopes of staying parasite-free.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
“The bottom line is New Hampshire has a state law, at this point a 106-year-old tradition of holding the first primary. So that will continue,” said New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan. “We are going to defend our law and the tradition.”
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National Democrats pass over New Hampshire for first presidential primary in 2028
A DNC committee voted to have South Carolina host the party's first presidential primary in 2028. But by state law, New Hampshire must hold its presidential primary at least seven days before any “sim...
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
How will these conditions impact electricity bills for residential customers in the Granite State? And why may they look different for different utility customers? ➡️ Here are answers to some frequently asked questions.
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Electricity prices are about to go up in NH. Here’s why.
On average, customers across New Hampshire will pay about $6 to $18 more per month depending on their utility, starting Aug. 1.
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Dan Tuohy @tuohy.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Sixteen U.S. service members have been killed and more than 430 wounded since the war with Iran began.
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U.S. launches new airstrikes to 'punish' Iran for troop deaths
Two U.S. service members were killed in action while "partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks," U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
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