July 19: Touch-a-Truck at the Mall of NH

read more…: July 19: Touch-a-Truck at the Mall of NH

The Mall of New Hampshire invites families to attend an unforgettable day of big wheels and fun at Touch a Truck events throughout the summer. Kids and parents alike will have the chance to get up close and personal with an exciting lineup of vehicles. Climb aboard fire trucks, peek inside police cruisers, and explore other specialty vehicles that serve and support our communities every day.

1-in-8 Granite Staters enrolled in Medicaid in 2024, 1-in-13 adults enrolled in Medicaid expansion

read more…: 1-in-8 Granite Staters enrolled in Medicaid in 2024, 1-in-13 adults enrolled in Medicaid expansion

An average of 9,095 Manchester residents were enrolled in Granite Advantage in 2024, representing 14.7 percent of the total average number enrolled in the program during that year. Nashua (5,209 adults), Concord (2,455 adults), and Rochester (2,284 adults) all had two thousand or more residents receiving Granite Advantage coverage due to each municipality’s large population size.

Certificates of perseverance: International Institute celebrates ESL student graduates

read more…: Certificates of perseverance: International Institute celebrates ESL student graduates

The atmosphere at Brookside Congregational Church buzzed with emotion and celebration as students from the International Institute of New England (IINE) gathered to mark the end of their English language learning year. Each certificate handed out during the graduation ceremony represented more than just classroom hours — it symbolized resilience, community, and hope for a better future in a new homeland.

The Soapbox: NH Small businesses can’t afford to have Scott Brown in the Senate

read more…: The Soapbox: NH Small businesses can’t afford to have Scott Brown in the Senate

Trump’s tariffs have affected nearly every aspect of my businesses – from the cost of glass vases to packing tape to the flowers we import from Canada – they are all becoming more expensive. To break it down even further, we anticipate that the annual additional costs from the tariffs will range from $55,000 to $80,000 per year, equivalent to the cost of two full-time employees.

July 20-Aug. 1: Register for summer tennis camp (El campamento de tenis de City Tennis)

read more…: July 20-Aug. 1: Register for summer tennis camp (El campamento de tenis de City Tennis)

The City Tennis-NH Summer Camp has been in operation for over 20 years. The purpose of the program is  to provide opportunities to children and youth of New Hampshire that live in its cities. These children and  youth may not have the chance to access the sport of tennis; as such we want to make this opportunity  available to participate in the sport for a lifetime.  

From crisis to handcuffs: Why are police arresting instead of helping the mentally ill?

read more…: From crisis to handcuffs: Why are police arresting instead of helping the mentally ill?

Mental illness isn’t a crime, but too often, law enforcement treats it like one. I recently watched a body cam video of a woman being arrested – not for committing a violent offense, but because she took her prescribed medication the wrong way. Instead of swallowing it, she snorted it, which led to paranoia and psychotic behavior. As she became increasingly agitated, officers repeatedly questioned her instead of calling for mental health professionals. The longer they delayed, the worse she got, ultimately spitting at them out of distress.

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