Monthly Archives: November 2017

Report That Declares Huge “Rise” in Hate Crimes in NH Leaves A lot of Details Out.

New Hampshire Public Radio reported a surge in the number of hate crimes in New Hampshire for 2016. In sounding the alarm, they quote lower figures for previous years and link to a statement by the Anti-Defamation League not just … Continue reading

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Hassan and Shaheen to Attend Dinner Revering ‘Serial Sexual Assaulter’

Tonight, New Hampshire Democrats will hold their annual dinner at which they honor two womanizing philanderers, one of whom was accused by multiple women of sexual assault, including rape. The annual Kennedy-Clinton dinner will take place in Hollis and Democrats … Continue reading

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Legislator’s Response to Homeschool Bill

A bill hostile to homeschool freedoms, House Bill 1263, is expected early in the 2018 NH legislative session. It is sponsored by Representatives Robert Theberge, Yvonne Thomas, Larry Laflamme, and Edith Tucker and seeks to reinstate the pre-2012 evaluation requirements. | Keep … Continue reading

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You’re Invited to a Candid Forum on Gender Identity

Thursday, November 30, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Executive Court, 1199 S. Mammoth Road, Manchester, New Hampshire As the New Hampshire legislature prepares to vote on several gender-identity related bills, Cornerstone welcomes three experts with valuable experience and insights. Stephanie Curry, … Continue reading

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SEACOAST REPUBLICAN WOMEN HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEACOAST REPUBLICAN WOMEN HOLIDAY LUNCHEON The Seacoast Republican Women will host their Annual Holiday Luncheon on Friday, December 8th from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm at the Portsmouth Country Club, 80 Country Club Road, Greenland.  The special … Continue reading

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Annapolis-based Airwave Networks acquired by New Hampshire firm

Airwave Networks, an Annapolis-based provider of wireless internet access and digital TV for student housing and apartment complexes, has been acquired by Single Digits Inc. of New Hampshire. | Keep Reading at the Baltimore Sun

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Proposed New Hampshire Bill Aims to Reform Auto Glass Repair Reimbursement

A proposed amendment to current legislation has been submitted to the New Hampshire state legislature that would require auto insurers to reimburse independent repair shops—including glass companies—similarly to auto dealerships. If passed, the law could have implications for the auto … Continue reading

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Massachusetts Taxes Ride-Sharing to Pay Off Taxi Companies

Last year Massachusetts passed a law taxing ride-sharing services. A portion of the fee, according to the law, is diverted to Taxi companies, to develop “new technologies and advanced service, safety and operational capabilities.” | Read more at GraniteGrok.com

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Study: NH Rural areas in affordable housing crunch

Many rural places, especially those desired by second-home owners and retirees, are challenged to provide affordable and adequate housing for local working families, according to new research released by the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New … Continue reading

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Sorry, but Sandy Hook parents have no right to sue gun manufacturers

Remington is the parent company of Bushmaster Firearms which made the semi-automatic rifle that Adam Lanza used to kill school-children AFTER he murdered his mother to gain access to her guns. The parents sued Remington previously but PLCAA (Protection of … Continue reading

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