Monthly Archives: September 2017

UNH Black Student Union: campus improvements after Charlottesville, Cinco De Mayo

Students, faculty, administration and community members gathered to reflect openly on the topic of racism on Monday, Sept. 11 in light of events that occurred on the UNH Campus in spring of 2017 and in Charlottesville this past summer. The … Continue reading

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U.N. agrees to toughest-ever sanctions against North Korea

The U.N. Security Council on Monday agreed on its toughest-ever sanctions against North Korea that passed unanimously after the United States softened its initial demands to win support from China and Russia. The sanctions set limits on North Korea’s oil … Continue reading

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NH State Police work on immigration policy

New Hampshire State Police officials are drafting a policy that governs how troopers should address the immigration status of people they come across during traffic stops and other instances. Col. Christopher Wagner said he has reviewed the policy of the … Continue reading

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Keene Mayoral Debate set for Sept 27

Mayor Kendall Lane and candidate Robert Call have been invited to participate in a Mayoral debate on September 27 hosted by the Keene Liberty Alliance. The debate hosted by the Keene Liberty Alliance will be broadcast on Cheshire TV, and will … Continue reading

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Suppressing Climate Science Speech Violates the First Amendment Too!

The left is keen to suppress speech they oppose in any way they can, and the politicization of science and climate has played a vital part in this effort. “Climate change denial should be a crime,” declared the Sept. 1 headline … Continue reading

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Heads Up: Here Comes Next Year’s Legislation

Legislators gotta legislate. The 2018 process is underway, with legislative service requests (LSRs) now being filed in Concord. House members have until the 22nd to put LSRs into the hopper. The first batch has been posted, and the list will be … Continue reading

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NH Prison Guard Union Wants Contract to Address Staffing Crisis

A union representing prison guards is urging state officials to renew a labor contract as part of an ongoing effort to address a severe staffing shortage at state prisons. Teamsters Local 633 represents more than 380 state correctional officers. The … Continue reading

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Nashua ‘Safe Stations’: 800+ Opioid Addicts Get Help

The Nashua Safe Stations program, which connects opioid addicts with recovery help at city fire stations, recently reached another milestone. As of the end of August, the program has served more than 800 people since launching in November, according to … Continue reading

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New Hampshire Apple Picking Guide 2017

Apple picking is one of everyone’s favorite fall activities. Between that, visiting pumpkin patches, and seeing the leaves change, fall has plenty of opportunities for you to have fun as the weather begins to cool down. If you’re in New … Continue reading

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For fifth consecutive year, NH workers’ comp costs fall

Workers’ compensation costs have gone down by double digits in New Hampshire, meaning that most employers will see their premium rates go down next year – as they have for the past five years. But the latest rate cuts will … Continue reading

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