Category Archives: Local NH Politics

Voter suppression myth

Me: I agree that SB3 is not “vote suppression.” But to be fair, it doesn’t do much for election integrity. SB 3 is not about voter suppression. SB 3 is about maintaining the integrity of our state elections and only … Continue reading

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New Hampshire Blows Opportunity to Become Nation’s Leader on Education

In New Hampshire, it’s déjà vu all over again. The House Education Committee just voted to retain Senate Bill 193, which would have established a universal education savings account (ESA) program in the state. The “Education Freedom Savings Accounts” would … Continue reading

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Henniker Planning Board stifles participation…

Wednesday. April 26, 2017. was a sad day for Henniker. The Planning Board refused to appoint two entirely new individuals to its committee. Myself who, according to Mr. Leigh Bosse of The Messenger Newspaper, the board knew too much about … Continue reading

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Henniker ZBA painted into corner…owes us some answers!

Henniker Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) minutes from Wednesday, April 19, 2017, indicate some very interesting and contradictory statements were made by Mr. Dan Higginson, a Planning Board member and agent for the homeowners on Hillside Drive who petitioned the … Continue reading

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We Want More Content. Maybe You Can Help!

The New Media Militia is looking for content to share. Do you have a favorite Blog, podcaster, local radio, YouTuber, or local news site, even if it’s your own? Send the link. Share it in comments. Send me a Tweet. Leave a … Continue reading

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The Identity Crisis Of The Republican Party

The past election sent a very strong, clear message regarding the direction in which the people of New Hampshire wished their elected officials to take this great state. For the first time in over a decade, the Republicans are the … Continue reading

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Nashua attorney asks court to dismiss spending cap lawsuit

A city attorney is denying allegations that aldermen violated the city charter when they recently adopted a city ordinance that will allow the annual budget to exceed the spending cap without the required 10 votes. In court documents, Steve Bolton, … Continue reading

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Lebanon Considers Smoking Ban

Smoking in parks and outside of public buildings would be restricted under a municipal smoking ordinance under consideration.The City Council is scheduled on Wednesday to discuss a proposal that would prohibit smoking in roughly a dozen public spaces, including…More *| … Continue reading

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The Kindergarten Bill, Hot Dog Day and the Gambling Bill

Rich talked to State Representatives Victoria Sullivan and John Burt for the Under the Golden Dome segment. State Rep Sullivan began the segment by speaking about the kindergarten bill, sharing about the original intent of kindergarten, the fate of her … Continue reading

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Dartmouth Sued over disability accommodations

[Staci] Mannella alleges that on several occasions, the College delayed or failed to provide her with note-takers, test readers, lab assistants and other visual aids like Echo360. Echo360 is a recording system that allows visually impaired students to record video, … Continue reading

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