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- 1Civil rights enforcement cuts threaten students with disabilities▼Commentary: What civil rights enforcement cuts mean for students with disabilities
A New Hampshire commentary examines what reductions in civil rights enforcement mean for students with disabilities, arguing that weakened oversight of federal education departments leaves families with fewer avenues to challenge discrimination and access legally mandated accommodations. The piece contends that budget and staffing cuts to enforcement offices could delay investigations of complaints and roll back protections guaranteed under disability education law.
- 2Federal regulators seek changes to wildlife protections in New Hampshire▼Federal regulators seek changes to wildlife protections in NH, U.S.
Federal regulators are seeking changes to wildlife protections, with New Hampshire cited as one area affected alongside broader national measures. The reported push would adjust existing rules shielding wildlife, though the scope and specific species involved have not been detailed. Wildlife advocates and landowners in the region are expected to weigh in as the proposals move forward, given their potential impact on habitat management across the state.
- 3Century-old New Hampshire silent film found in Japanese antique shop●Century-old silent film made in New Hampshire found in Japan antique shop
A silent film made in New Hampshire more than a century ago has been discovered in an antique shop in Japan, according to The Guardian. The find suggests the long-lost early cinema work survived overseas, and the discovery is drawing attention from film historians and archivists interested in recovering lost silent-era productions.
- 4Century-old silent film made in New Hampshire found in Japan antique shop●Century-old silent film made in New Hampshire found in Japan antique shop https://www. theguardian.com/film/2026/sep/ 28
A century-old silent comedy originally made in New Hampshire has been discovered in an antique shop in Japan, according to a Guardian report. The find is drawing attention from film historians and silent cinema fans, as early US films from the era often survive only in fragments or not at all, and rediscoveries in unexpected places are rare and significant for film archives.
- 5New Hampshire secures $2 million in federal mental health grants▼New Hampshire Receives Over $2 Million in Federal Grants to Support Mental Health Efforts Statewide
New Hampshire has received more than $2 million in federal grants to support mental health programs across the state. The funding will bolster statewide mental health efforts, though officials have not yet detailed how the money will be allocated. The announcement was reported by the city of Rochester's official news outlet.
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A powerful nor'easter is hitting New Hampshire, bringing severe winter weather to the region. The storm is drawing attention as residents and local media track its impact across the state, with conditions expected to disrupt travel and daily life in affected communities.
- 7Stratham 48-home project challenged over wetland, wildlife concerns▼Stratham 48‑home project challenged over wetland, wildlife concerns
A proposed 48-home development in Stratham, New Hampshire, is facing a legal or regulatory challenge over concerns about its impact on local wetlands and wildlife. The issue is being reported by regional outlets in the New Hampshire Seacoast area, drawing attention from residents concerned about environmental effects of the housing plan.
- 8Lost 1919 silent film found in Japanese antique shop●Century-old silent film made in New Hampshire found in Japan antique shop By Maya Yang Billy B Van’s 1919 comedy Van-ar-
A 1919 silent comedy by Billy B Van, 'Van-ar-chy', believed lost for over a century, has been discovered in an antique shop in Sendai, Japan. The film, made in New Hampshire, was found by a student and will be screened there in early November, drawing attention from film historians and fans of early cinema.
- 9New book traces Twin States' cultural split to the soil▼New book traces Twin States’ cultural split to the soil itself
A newly published book argues that the cultural divide between Vermont and New Hampshire — the so-called Twin States — has roots in the physical land itself, tying differences in politics and community life to differences in soil and terrain. The work has drawn attention in regional outlets, with readers interested in a geological explanation for long-observed contrasts between the two neighbours.
- 10Portsmouth solar initiatives projected to save the city money▼Portsmouth solar initiatives projected to save city money. Here's how.
Portsmouth, New Hampshire is pursuing solar energy initiatives that are projected to generate cost savings for the city. The plans are part of a broader push toward renewable energy at the municipal level, and the projected savings are expected to come as solar installations reduce the city's electricity expenses over time.
- 11Traene fitness and pickleball facility opening in Dover▼Traene fitness and pickleball coming to Dover: Here's a look inside
Traene, a new fitness and pickleball facility, is set to open in Dover, New Hampshire. A look inside shows courts for pickleball alongside gym and training amenities. The opening adds to the fast-growing demand for pickleball facilities across the region, giving Dover residents a new option for both recreational play and fitness workouts.
- 12Traene fitness and pickleball facility coming to Dover▼Sneak peek at Traene fitness and pickleball, coming to Dover
A new fitness and pickleball facility called Traene is set to open in Dover, New Hampshire. The local newspaper offered a first look at the venue, which combines gym services with dedicated pickleball courts, reflecting the sport's rapid growth. Residents are getting an early glimpse of what the space will offer before it opens.
- 13Dartmouth Health launches rural at-home care program after $20M gift●Dartmouth Health announces at-home program to address rural challenges after $20M gift
Dartmouth Health has announced a new at-home care program aimed at addressing healthcare challenges facing rural communities, made possible by a $20 million gift. The initiative is intended to bring care directly to patients in remote areas of New Hampshire and neighboring regions, where access to hospitals and clinics is often limited.
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Concord, New Hampshire's downtown is being highlighted as a destination for book lovers, with the local paper describing it as a book worm's dream. The piece points readers to the city's literary attractions and cultural offerings ahead in the arts calendar. It is a light local feature celebrating the area's reading scene rather than coverage of a specific new event or opening.
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Yvonne Goldsberry, president of the Endowment for Health, will retire in 2027. The New Hampshire-based health foundation announced the news, setting the stage for a leadership transition at the philanthropic organization. No successor has been named, and the endowment is expected to begin planning for the changeover.
- 16Scientists' 116-acre New Hampshire forest experiment draws attention▼In 1997, two young scientists bought 116 acres beside New Hampshire’s Bear Brook State Park; 25 years lat
In 1997, two young scientists bought 116 acres of land beside Bear Brook State Park in New Hampshire and, over 25 years, allowed it to return to wild forest, documenting how nature recovers when left alone. The long-term rewilding project is being discussed as a striking example of forest regeneration and what it reveals about letting ecosystems heal on their own.