Combating Suicide, One Life at a Time
read more…: Combating Suicide, One Life at a TimeHow can we stop the growing incidence of suicide.
Point of View
Local voices chime in on a variety of topics.
OPINION: Trump’s tariffs hit home at newspapers
read more…: OPINION: Trump’s tariffs hit home at newspapersPresident Donald Trump’s tariffs are starting to matter. The stock market is tanking, and Harley-Davidson says its next expansion will be overseas, costing American jobs.
Negative parenting transformed into positive parenting
read more…: Negative parenting transformed into positive parentingIf you are a parent, wanting to create some new, positive memories with your child, go get a book, sit down on the floor, and use the book to have a conversation. The impact will be immediate.
Sunshine is the best disinfectant for secrecy at New England Power Pool
read more…: Sunshine is the best disinfectant for secrecy at New England Power PoolWhat NEPOOL is voting on Tuesday would allow journalists to attend NEPOOL meetings upon payment of $5,000 per year. That’s certain to deter serious energy journalists who know why NEPOOL matters. Even if their budgets allowed for such expenditures, journalism ethics generally preclude paying for access.
Importance of access to quality health care for everyone
read more…: Importance of access to quality health care for everyoneIt’s critical that we hear from families, from doctors, from insurance companies, from lawmakers, from various providers and from the non-profits who work with all involved to guarantee access to quality care.
Faces of Recovery, Part 1: Adam’s Story
read more…: Faces of Recovery, Part 1: Adam’s StoryThis is the first of two articles from an interview that I conducted with two guys in recovery who work at Hope for New Hampshire Recovery in Manchester. This week is Adam’s story, about how he became addicted to opioids and his journey to recovery.
Healthy Homes, Healthy Kids
read more…: Healthy Homes, Healthy KidsDespite a strong economy and low unemployment rates, Manchester, like many areas in our state and elsewhere, has a high number of homeless families whose incomes cannot compete for decent housing.
I am rejecting ‘politics as usual’ in my city. Who’s with me?
read more…: I am rejecting ‘politics as usual’ in my city. Who’s with me?I hope I’m not the only one wondering how much longer we will condone inappropriate behavior with our collective silence.
The thirst that cannot be quenched must be removed
read more…: The thirst that cannot be quenched must be removedoday, as in 1840, 1900, 1920 or 1980, getting sober is hard for an alcoholic; staying sober is nearly impossible without some kind of active program of recovery.
SWAT’s response to a serial hugger, and a neighbor in crisis
read more…: SWAT’s response to a serial hugger, and a neighbor in crisisNo one was shot. No police dog was released. No Tasers, no real force at all. But why did all the force come to my street? SWAT team with a BEAR CAT, 22 rifles in all for a man who had quietly confided in his brother that he’d lost his will to live? No mental health crisis team came, only heavily armed police officers.