Author Archives: Steve Mac Donald
Democratic Party in chaos
The American political landscape is a mess, in large part because one of our two major political parties is not only in chaos, but has absolutely no sense of its identity.This party is in complete disarray, lacking leadership, vision and … Continue reading
Mike Sylvia: Another step forward in asset forfeiture reform
People commonly believe that asset forfeiture to the state requires a criminal conviction. They are rightly shocked to learn that property may be taken without proof that a crime had been committed. Fortunately, and through the hard work of many, … Continue reading
Executive Council unanimously confirms Cline to State Board of Education
The New Hampshire Executive Council unanimously confirmed Andrew Cline to the state Board of Education on Wednesday, and Gov. Chris Sununu said he would soon ask Cline to serve as board chairman. Cline, the former editorial page editor for the … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Local NH Politics, New Hampshire News
Tagged Board of Education, Chris Sununu, Drew Cline, Executive Council
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Live Casino Free or Die
Senator Lou ‘Millennial Gaming’ D’Allesandro rolled the dice again on “legalized casino gambling” in New Hampshire and got crap. Casino.org is spinning this as proof that we’re not living up to our state motto. More… | GraniteGrok
Posted in Legislation, Local NH Politics, New Hampshire News
Tagged Gambling, Live Free or Die, Lou D'Allesandro
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Men Slashed Multiple Tires Outside Salem New Hampshire Convenience Store
Two New Hampshire men are facing charges in connection with a vandalism spree on Friday outside a Salem convenience store. Police said they responded to the M & N Borderline Beverage on South Broadway at 8:37 p.m. after the owner, … Continue reading
York voters to decide on retail pot ban
Question 1 on the town’s May 20 special general referendum warrant would outright ban any retail operations as outlined in the law. This includes storefronts, bar-like “social clubs” and marijuana cultivation facilities. People would still be able to grow plants … Continue reading
Car without hits parked Laconia police cruiser, flees
Someone at the Union leader lost their mind for several minutes, just after 11 AM. That’s an actual headline. Car without hits parked Laconia police cruiser, flees. Find another at the link. | GraniteGrok
Posted in Around New England, New Hampshire News, Union Leader
Tagged Headlines, Humor, Union Leader
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Serial killer from Gilmanton to be dug up to prove his identity
For years, its owner, Dr. H.H. Holmes – born Herman Webster Mudgett in Gilmanton, N.H.- had invited people, mostly young women, into the hotel he designed, promising jobs and lodging while hinting that he was a wealthy man seeking a … Continue reading
Posted in National News, New Hampshire News
Tagged Chicago, Dr. H.H. Holmes, Gilamnton, Herman Webster Mudgett, Murder Castle
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Trump Team Retools School Lunch Mandate
Schools won’t have to cut more salt from meals just yet and some will be able to serve kids fewer whole grains, under changes to federal nutrition standards announced Monday.The move by President Donald Trump’s Agriculture Department partially rolls back … Continue reading
Posted in Local NH Politics, National Politics & Policy
Tagged Donald Trump, Salt, School Lunch, Whole Grains
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Self Care for Survivors
Many children’s advocates are survivors of abuse themselves. They work to prevent abuse or rescue and restore others because they know the suffering from a child’s perspective. However, even though we may be healed, just like a car accident victim, … Continue reading
