Government
4th person in NH tested for coronavirus; attendees of school Italy trip asked to stay home
read more…: 4th person in NH tested for coronavirus; attendees of school Italy trip asked to stay homeThe New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has announced a fourth person in New Hampshire is being tested for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). T
Hundreds line Hudson streets to honor Airman who died in line of duty
read more…: Hundreds line Hudson streets to honor Airman who died in line of dutyCapt. Ryan Phaneuf will be laid to final rest March 9 in Arlington National Cemetery.
Sununu calls for federal czar to manage coronavirus risk, Trump announces press conference
read more…: Sununu calls for federal czar to manage coronavirus risk, Trump announces press conferenceState and federal officials addressing preparedness in wake of coronavirus outbreak concerns.
NH joins multi-state investigation of JUUL’s youth-targeted marketing and claims
read more…: NH joins multi-state investigation of JUUL’s youth-targeted marketing and claimsThe investigation will focus on JUUL’s marketing and sales practices, including targeting of youth, claims regarding nicotine content, and statements regarding risks, safety and effectiveness as a smoking cessation device.
Drug-related deaths spike in December, but 2019 numbers still lowest since 2014
read more…: Drug-related deaths spike in December, but 2019 numbers still lowest since 2014The latest overdose drug statistics released Tuesday by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirm 350 drug deaths last year in New Hampshire with another 59 pending toxicology.
Mezzapelle to head state treasury department upon resignation of Dwyer
read more…: Mezzapelle to head state treasury department upon resignation of DwyerState Treasurer Bill Dwyer on Tuesday notified Gov. Chris Sununu, House Speaker Steve Shurtleff, and Senate President Donna Soucy that he would be resigning on March 26, 2020
MEA contract negotiations update: Progress is being made
read more…: MEA contract negotiations update: Progress is being madeNegotiations between the Manchester School District and the Manchester Education Association are progressing, according to both negotiation teams.
Regaining our place as a world leader
read more…: Regaining our place as a world leaderAs the Democratic primary season goes on and the President raises havoc around the nation and the world, it is time we look back at the lessons of history. Our history offers us a picture of what we should be doing to regain the respect of the rest of the world. We have provided leadership to the free world and we now have a chance to regain that esteemed place.
‘Choose Love’ curriculum comes to NH prisons
read more…: ‘Choose Love’ curriculum comes to NH prisonsThe New Hampshire Department of Corrections (NHDOC) has implemented the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement in NHDOC facilities as a way of aiding those incarcerated better understand the impact of adverse childhood experiences and ways to change their thinking in a positive way.
BOSC accepts Manchester Proud plan as starting point for district vision
read more…: BOSC accepts Manchester Proud plan as starting point for district visionThe BOSC voted 12-1 to approved a four-paragraph motion from Ward 1 BOSC Member James Porter to accept the plan “with gratitude” as a guide, tool, road map and “dynamic resource” but not a prescription that the BOSC can use to refine the district’s strategic plan over time.
City man sentenced in federal court for selling firearms without a license
read more…: City man sentenced in federal court for selling firearms without a licenseDavid Bosari, 29, of Manchester, was sentenced in federal court to 18 months in prison for selling firearms without a license, United States Attorney Scott W. Murray announced today.
Mayor announces new Chief of Staff
read more…: Mayor announces new Chief of StaffMayor Joyce Craig announced the hiring of Lauren Smith as her Chief of Staff. Since 2018, Smith has served as Mayor Craig’s Policy and Strategic Outreach Director.
Aldermen discuss sober houses
read more…: Aldermen discuss sober housesThe issue of sober houses has become a topic of concern recently in Manchester, with the Board of Aldermen seeking methods to address the issue at their Tuesday night meeting.
Aldermen say no to second fifth-grade bond attempt
read more…: Aldermen say no to second fifth-grade bond attemptIn an 8-6 vote, the Manchester Board of Aldermen refused a bond reallocation request related to the Manchester School District’s plan to move fifth grade classes from elementary schools into middle schools.
$46M federal grant to increase charter schools gets new life in GOP bill
read more…: $46M federal grant to increase charter schools gets new life in GOP billMembers of the Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday heard testimony about newly proposed legislation to accept a $46 million federal grant to increase the number of charter schools in New Hampshire.
Feb. 19: Public hearing on looming school district issues
read more…: Feb. 19: Public hearing on looming school district issuesA public hearing is set for Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. at City Hall for discussion with the School Charter Commission over proposed changes to the governance of the Manchester School District.
$46M charter school grant tabled, but it’s back again Tuesday as SB 747
read more…: $46M charter school grant tabled, but it’s back again Tuesday as SB 747The Joint Legislative Fiscal Committee tabled a $46 million education grant on Friday, the third time it has voted on what would expand the number of charter schools in New Hampshire, but the issue isn’t going away soon.
Child Advocate Releases 2019 Annual Report noting DCYF improvements and unmet challenges
read more…: Child Advocate Releases 2019 Annual Report noting DCYF improvements and unmet challengesMore communication and a continued effort to fill open positions within DCYF were among recommendations in the 2019 annual report from NH’s Child Advocate.