Robert Champagne Jr.

Study: New 1,500-bed men’s prison in Concord will cost at least $750 million

If Bill Hart knows one thing about construction, it’s that prices keep going up. “If it costs a dollar today,” he said, “it costs a dollar and one cent tomorrow.” The longer New Hampshire waits to replace its men’s prison in Concord, then, the pricier it’s going to get, said Hart, commissioner of the state’s Department of Corrections. To build a new facility will now cost at least $750 million, a design firm estimated, up from the $600 million projected two years ago. That’s with an aggressive timeline and if state officials were to greenlight it immediately. State leaders regard the […]

Kiper falls short in bid to get on ballot for governor, creates a progressive PAC

After failing to secure enough signatures for an independent gubernatorial bid, Newmarket businessman Jonathan Kiper has formed the Community First Coalition, a political action committee focused on economic issues like minimum wage and affordable housing.

Lyndeborough approves new AI policy for town employees and officials

The Lyndeborough Select Board unanimously approved a new artificial intelligence policy for town employees, officials, and volunteers to streamline efficiency while protecting confidential information.

Hancock planning board chair resigns amid heated cell tower debate

Hancock's planning board chairman resigned following intense resident opposition to a proposed cell tower, while the board moves forward with a third-party review before a scheduled September hearing.

UNH is using $10 million grant to bring STEM tutors to more NH middle schools

The University of New Hampshire received a $10 million federal grant to expand its STEM tutoring program for middle school students and teachers across 40 schools in New Hampshire.