(Opinion) Latest ‘Star Trek’ series circles back to hope that humanity might one day find harmony
The latest version of Captain Chris Pike is a true optimist. Even facing a terrible fate, he is able to stay strong.
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(Opinion) Assisted suicide opens the wrong door
The Granite State finds itself at a crossroads with the introduction of HB 1283, new legislation that seeks to legalize physician-assisted suicide.
(Opinion) Legislators need to look deeper into lack of housing
Legislators recognize that the state needs more affordable housing to have a healthy economy.
Three great losses to NH
Late 2023 saw some significant losses to the state, with the passing of many prominent people who contributed greatly to the progress and fabric of New Hampshire. Three of them are worthy of note here.
(Opinion) An excellent public education answer is already here
Contoocook Valley School District v. New Hampshire shows need for quality education in NH public schools. -By Bill Ardinger
Foolproof predictions for 2024
Workforce, housing, child care continue to top NH’s list of needs
(Opinion) The crossroads of joy and sorrow
The recent passing of my business partner, Mark Fenske on Nov. 3, followed not long after by the planned closing of CJ’s Great West Grill on Dec. 23, marks such a poignant moment for me and the employees of Great NH Restaurants. -By Tom Boucher
(Opinion) The importance of prioritizing mental health in your New Year’s resolutions
With the New Year just behind us, many are considering what will be on their list of resolutions, and mental health should be top of mind. - By Rhonda L. Randall
(Opinion) Conn. Lakes Headwaters Working Forest supports wildlife, recreation, and the economy
Forest stewards, Aurora Sustainable Lands, vow to honor the ‘spirit of the conservation easement’ -By Shawn Hagan
(Opinion) When your child leaves home, prepare them financially
With all our parental responsibilities, both financial and nurturing, sometimes overlooked is the role we parents have to prepare our children to be financially independent young adults... -By Daniel Cohen
2024 primed for plenty of political action
This is the first column of 2024 and the last one before New Hampshire voters vote in the New Hampshire Primary
(Opinion) Healing for the NH deaf mental health community after Lewiston
Over the past few weeks, our local deaf community has been planning and attending the wakes, funerals and celebrations of the lives of four deaf men killed in the Oct. 25 Lewiston tragedy: Billy Brackett, Bryan MacFarlane, Joshua Seal and…
(Opinion) New Hampshire must end tax discrimination against its own companies
New Hampshire is considering a potentially game-changing shift in its business tax code. In January, the House of Representatives will vote on whether or not to close the current “water’s edge” loophole written into state tax law. It’s an opportunity…
(Opinion) PBMs get high … on drug prices
Eighteen years ago, I had the opportunity to work on a new Wall Street analyst team covering a new type of company: pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs. I knew investors stood to make a lot of money, because the PBMs…
Letter to the editor: Making an impact
To the editor: I am writing to commend Granite United Way for its proactive approach in adapting to the changing landscape of charitable giving and volunteerism. In a time where responsiveness is paramount, their commitment to evolving alongside donors, nonprofit…
Let’s talk about cannabis, gambling and guns
For an observer of New Hampshire public policy discussions for over 50 years, the subjects of discussion in Concord recently are both déjà vu and somewhat disconcerting.
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