I-95 median barrier: $4.6M project approved after NH highway deaths
A nearly $4.6 million contract has been awarded for the construction of a five-mile median barrier on Interstate 95 in New Hampshire with the goal to prevent highway deaths.
Author: Ian Lenahan-Foster's Daily Democrat
Dover man’s lawyer: Threat to ‘impale’ presidential candidate is free speech
Text messages sent to presidential candidates' campaigns not a 'true threat' according to plaintiff
UNH laying off 75 employees in ‘budget reset’
Approximately 75 University of New Hampshire employees are being laid off as the university works to reduce its present operating expenses by $14 million.
Our Place eyes housing for developmentally disabled adults in Dover
If variance is approved, construction will be underway to house 11 individuals with help from Our Place staff members
New Hampshire municipalities weigh need for face mask orders
Some require coverings, others avoid mandate
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MilliporeSigma’s Prescott Road project gets green light for grading in wetland buffer
The Jaffrey Zoning Board approved a request on March 3 allowing grading and earthwork within wetland setbacks on Prescott Road as part of MilliporeSigma’s plan to improve wastewater treatment capacity at its facility.
NH Media Teachers and Media Power Youth partner to expand state film festival
New Hampshire Media Teachers and Media Power Youth (MPY) have announced a strategic partnership for the 2026 NH High School Short Film Festival (NHHSSFF). This collaboration introduces a new category designed to celebrate the students, educators and community members who help New Hampshire’s schools and neighborhoods thrive.
Uneven trends in income and poverty across New Hampshire
New U.S. Census Bureau data offer a detailed look at how New Hampshire residents have fared during and following the COVID-19 pandemic. This data, covering the five years of 2020-24, provides insight into long-term trends in income and poverty across different regions and demographic groups.
Laconia company targets data centers for growth
Orion Entrance Control launches new security screening system
Powering AI
Will New Hampshire ever land a massive data center?
Yankee Publishing Inc. announces first new CEO in over 25 years
After an exhaustive national search, Yankee Publishing Inc. (YPI) has promoted an executive from within its ranks to lead the Dublin-based independent media company. Ernesto Burden, whose media experience spans three decades, is taking over as president and CEO from Jamie Trowbridge, who has served in those roles for more than 25 years.
Sig Sauer and Israeli company partner on combat drone
Sig Sauer is partnering with an Israeli aerospace company to develop a military-application drone armed with the Newington company’s latest-generation machine gun
The new normal: A half-million-dollar median-priced NH home
That half-million-dollar benchmark has stayed in place every month since, according to data from the New Hampshire Association of Realtors.
NH groups spark interest in the building and restoration trades
The availability of affordable yet well-maintained housing has become a perennial issue in New Hampshire communities and in the New Hampshire Legislature. While local and state policies and programs may open pathways to increased housing opportunities, policies alone won’t create new housing or keep existing homes in safe and livable condition.
