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Amoskeag Bridge encampment dismantled, few belongings stored, people scattered

Monday, June 10, 2024Saturday, February 6, 2021

The city decided to take action following a fire Wednesday night at the encampment, when city firefighters responded to a fire with reported explosions. When they arrived a tent and other items including propane tanks were burning and exploding. Firefighters extinguished the fire and no injuries were reported. The person whose tent it was had fled the area.

Feb. 5 NH DHHS COVID-19 update: 500 positive results with 33 in Manchester; 6 deaths reported

Monday, June 10, 2024Friday, February 5, 2021

There are currently 198 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19. In New Hampshire since the start of the pandemic, there have been a total of 67,595 cases of COVID-19 diagnosed.

Working poor need raises, House committee told

Monday, June 10, 2024Friday, February 5, 2021

While advocates say the state needs to raise the minimum wage as a matter of justice, business leaders caution going to a $15 or $22 minimum wage would destroy the New Hampshire economy.

Hallsville school closure part of proposed school budget recommendations

Monday, June 10, 2024Thursday, February 4, 2021

As the next fiscal year approaches, Manchester School District Superintendent Dr. John Goldhardt is announcing a host of measures to deal with expected budget shortfalls, including the recommended closure of Hallsville Elementary School.

Feb. 4 NH DHHS COVID-19 update: 433 positive results with 59 in Manchester; 9 deaths reported

Monday, June 10, 2024Thursday, February 4, 2021

There are currently 209 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19. In New Hampshire since the start of the pandemic, there have been a total of 67,117 cases of COVID-19 diagnosed.

NH joins $573M settlement with McKinsey & Co. for role in ‘turbocharging’ opioid epidemic with Purdue, others

Monday, June 10, 2024Thursday, February 4, 2021

New Hampshire will receive $3,332,762 over five years from the multistate settlement. Under a state law enacted last year, the proceeds from this settlement will be deposited into a fund that will be used to abate problems caused by opioids. This is the first multi-state opioid settlement to result in substantial payment to the states to address the epidemic.

NH to abandon federal vaccine scheduling system and create its own

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

The state is designing its own online registration system to sign up for COVID-19 vaccinations after multiple problems with the federal CDC VAMS system, according to Gov. Sununu’s spokesman Ben Vihstadt.

Feb. 3 NH DHHS COVID-19 update: 354 positive results with 35 in Manchester; 10 deaths reported

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

There are currently 207 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19. In New Hampshire since the start of the pandemic, there have been a total of 66,721 cases of COVID-19 diagnosed.

Both sides on educational voucher bill turn out in force

Monday, September 23, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Proponents and opponents of “education freedom accounts” Tuesday debated if the bill would benefit students or special interests, and if it would provide greater educational opportunities or be an invitation to commit fraud.

Police reform bill finds bipartisan support

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Judges could receive annual implicit bias training and a state pool of funds could be developed for local police body and dashboard cameras under a bill now being considered at the State House.

Criticism mounts about COVID-19 vaccine rollout

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Facing mounting criticism about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, Gov. Chris Sununu responded with no new details and an emailed comment from Perry Plummer, who is in charge of the vaccine distribution.

Pappas praises FEMA reimbursement for local COVID-19 expenditures

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

On Tuesday, the Biden Administration signed a memorandum instructing FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security to reimburse 100 percent of COVID-related emergency expenses under the Stafford disaster declaration.

Aldermanic oversight regarding Director of Homeless Initiatives position discussed

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Planning Board to consider conversion of 540 Chestnut St. from office space to apartments

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, February 3, 2021

It is amazing how quickly time flies…Welcome to February and a new slate of community development meetings! This week, we are back with the Planning Board.

Feb. 2 NH DHHS COVID-19 update: 328 positive results with 45 in Manchester; 7 deaths reported

Monday, June 10, 2024Tuesday, February 2, 2021

There are currently 202 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19. In New Hampshire since the start of the pandemic, there have been a total of 66,384 cases of COVID-19 diagnosed.

Feb. 1 NH DHHS COVID-19 update: 364 positive results with 31 in Manchester; 2 deaths reported

Monday, June 10, 2024Monday, February 1, 2021

There are currently 193 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19. In New Hampshire since the start of the pandemic, there have been a total of 66,058 cases of COVID-19 diagnosed.

Hassan discusses COVID concerns with NH community healthcare providers

Monday, June 10, 2024Monday, February 1, 2021

On Monday, U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) convened a virtual roundtable of local healthcare providers across the Granite State to learn about challenges they are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic while also giving updates on possible help coming from the federal government.

City declares snow emergency – find out where to park, and where not to, as nor’easter moves in

Monday, June 10, 2024Monday, February 1, 2021

A city-wide snow emergency has been declared.

The Soapbox: Join me in opposing HB 20, a bill that will increase property taxes and hurt our public schools

Monday, September 23, 2024Monday, February 1, 2021

This bill is dangerous to NH taxpayers. This bill will increase property taxes and will hurt our public schools.

2021 New Hampshire’s Kid Governor sworn in during inauguration ceremony

Monday, June 10, 2024Monday, February 1, 2021

The New Hampshire Institute for Civics Education and the NH Institute of Politics at Saint Anselm College are pleased to announce the inauguration of Charlie Olsen, winner of the state-wide 5th-grade election for NH’s Kid Governor 2021. Charlie of Auburn Village School was selected among 14 candidates by over 1,000 of his peers throughout the state.

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