The Soapbox: Gambling humbugs

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Simply put, New Hampshire gambling revenues are up while lottery and liquor store revenues are down. The Big Con here is the state’s willingness to trade long term gambling problems and ruined lives for short term mo’money. Desperate people do desperate things. It’s not if but when New Hampshire will be hit with a gambling scandal. Underage teens around the country are already registering to bet online with personal info “borrowed” from an uncle.

Come read with me at the PCL on Saturday

Thursday, November 6, 2025

So imagine my surprise when I actually did publish a book of stories in 2002, albeit with a small press, and realized there were more people in the bathroom stalls at the bookstores than there were sitting in the audience to hear me read from my book.

The devil is in the details: Mayor Ruais’ record warrants a closer look

Monday, November 3, 2025Monday, November 3, 2025

We’re in the final days of this year’s municipal election cycle, and at Tuesday night’s mayoral debate, Mayor Ruais made several claims about his record that caught my attention. Most were technically true, but as an Alderman with a front-row seat at City Hall, I know much of what he touts is loaded with nuance. When glossed over in 30-second debate responses or simplified for headlines, his claims become misleading.

Darkness vs. Light

Sunday, November 2, 2025

I was recently listening to a friend talk about how dark the nation – and the world – has become. I couldn’t help but agree with him – it seems that we are living in a very dark place as of late. I do not remember a time when there was so much negativity or darkness as we have now. We rarely see positive stories on the news, and social media is constantly filled with negative stories and the “keyboard warriors” who tend to leave nasty comments.

I’m supporting Maxine Mosley in Ward 6

Sunday, November 2, 2025

I’ve never been in the habit of endorsing specific candidates, nor am I deluded into believing that my endorsement is going to carry any clout. However, as a resident of Ward 6 in Manchester, I strongly believe there is only one right choice for the Alderman position on Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Letters: Bryce Kaw-uh for Ward 1 Alderman – time for the next generation to lead

Friday, October 31, 2025Friday, October 31, 2025

On November 4th, Ward 1 will choose our next Alderman. While I believe both candidates are good men, I look forward to voting for Bryce Kaw-uh for Ward 1 Alderman and encourage you to do the same.

The Soapbox: Dana Dexter, a leader with integrity who will listen

Friday, October 31, 2025

I have had the opportunity to witness Dana’s thoughtful, collaborative, and professional approach, whether through his work in law enforcement, his long-standing support of the Walk a Mile event with THRIVE, or his mentorship of youth in cyber safety education.

The Soapbox: Accountability matters

Thursday, October 30, 2025

No one should get a free pass simply because they hold office. Elected leaders work for US, the people. It’s time to demand the truth, expect transparency and insist that our representatives answer for their words and actions.

Pompous Jackassery and Mortal Concerns: Wicked, Not Evil

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Some kids are cruel. Others just… curious with a mean streak. I wasn’t evil—but wicked? Absolutely. Wickedness is disruption without a mission, a laugh aimed squarely at the wrong authority. This one’s about how one laugh, wrong‑time, wrong‑place, ended up being exactly right.

Opening Nov. 6: Embellish Me celebrates the power of decoration

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Decoration. It’s a word with the power to conjure everything from pretty surfaces to festive memories. A garland of ivy strung across the mantle for the holidays. The fading floral wallpaper in your grandmother’s house. Fairy lights adorning the boring, bare walls of your first apartment.