The Soapbox: Call for accountability and transparency with police department’s 287(g) agreement with ICE

Tuesday, April 7, 2026Monday, April 6, 2026

In continuing efforts to advocate for withdrawing Auburn’s partnership with ICE, residents push for clarification and scope of work. Urging that public safety and trust needs to be a priority for the Police Commission and the chief of police, a committee of Auburn residents form a culture of neighborly love and steadfast dedication to the heart and soul of what makes Auburn one of the best places to live in the Granite State.

House committee rejects bill seeking answers on ICE detentions in NH

Wednesday, January 28, 2026Tuesday, January 27, 2026

The House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee voted Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL) – an unfavorable motion – on HB 1822 on January 22, relative to reporting of civil immigration detentions by state, county, and local law enforcement and correctional facilities.

Auburn police sign ICE agreement; ACLU-NH files lawsuit over ICE training of NH law enforcement

Thursday, January 15, 2026Thursday, January 15, 2026

Auburn Police Chief Charles “Chip” Chabot said he signed the agreement on Jan. 6, 2026. The issue was not put before the police commission, he said, because as “police chief it falls under my purview.”

The Soapbox: Open letter to Hillsborough County Sheriff Newcomb

Monday, January 19, 2026Thursday, December 4, 2025

On Thursday, December 4th Governor Kelly Ayotte made a visit to the 211 NH call center where she had an opportunity to connect with the team answering over 70,000 inquiries from New Hampshire residents annually. Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais also joined the group for a tour.