A Life: Joseph Shattie 'was a firm believer in hard work and having fun'

Governor signs bill allowing residency changes in NH welfare law

Gov. Kelly Ayotte has signed into law a bill that will allow towns and cities to require proof of residency before providing assistance to people of low income with necessities such as housing, food, heat and prescriptions.

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott is running for reelection

Vermont Governor Phil Scott has announced his re-election campaign, and is likely to face one of two Democrats in the November election, despite his high approval rating and lack of competitive Republican primary opponents.

Editorial: Graduates' skepticism about AI offers hope for humanity

Graduating college seniors are expressing skepticism about the purported wonders of artificial intelligence, as evidenced by their jeering of commencement speakers touting its transformative qualities.

Out & About: Valley Quest hits 30-year mark

Valley Quest, a scavenger hunt program founded by Vital Communities in 1996, celebrates its 30th anniversary this summer with around 120 quests spread across 30 towns, encouraging people to explore the Upper Valley and form deeper community connections.

Grafton County sheriff pulls out of ICE contract

The Grafton County Sheriff's Department has withdrawn from its partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement due to "burdensome" public records requests and a lack of immigration law enforcement activity.