A peaceful late-summer paddle through the SuperSanctuary marshes

Everything you wanted to know about political signs but were afraid to ask

Where can you put political signs? Where can't you? Who can take them down (probably not you)?

Hancock committee proposes new overlay district to boost local water control

Alarm over shoreline clear-cutting and stormwater runoff into Nubanusit Lake last spring has prompted local residents to form a grassroots effort aimed at strengthening water quality protections across Hancock’s lakes and ponds. Sharon Schuur remembers seeing sediment funnel into the lake during the clear-cutting, even as the construction team seemed to follow state regulations. That, along with Nelson’s current regulations on its half of Nubanusit, motivated the neighbors — including Schuur — to form the Hancock NH Shoreland Protect & Water Quality Committee, whose goals were to protect water quality and strengthen local control. The group has expanded to include residents […]

Francestown, Antrim complete stages of master plan work

As regional planning boards update their visions for the future, Francestown is launching a resident survey following successful workshops, while Antrim prepares to present its revised master plan this fall.

New town road paves way for duplexes and workforce housing

The Jaffrey Select Board voted 2-0 to accept a new town road at the former St. Patrick's School property to facilitate grant funding for a major housing development.

Senator Ricciardi, Select Board discusses challenges facing Greenfield

Senator Denise Ricciardi met with the Greenfield Select Board on Wednesday to discuss challenges such as declining volunteerism, property taxes, and the need for state resources to support small towns.