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NH Board of Education OKs updated minimum standards for schools despite public backlash
The N.H. Board of Education voted Wednesday morning to approve a new set of minimum standards for schools, despite sharp criticism from educators and the public. Now, the proposal goes to the Joint Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, which will ultimately decide if the proposal is adopted, based on whether the revisions comply with state law. JLCAR is scheduled to review the proposal on Sept. 19. ...
NH school spending critics adopt new target: High administrator pay
For years, teacher pay in New Hampshire has remained low, with new teachers facing average salaries of $41,590. And for years, Democrats, teachers' unions, and other advocates have urged increased state investment in public schools to direct money to teacher salaries. This year, Republicans are raising their own concerns about low teacher salaries. But conservatives see a different culprit: administrator pay. School districts are spending too much of the money they do receive on school administrators, Republicans...
Two Foreign Companies Open Facilities in NH in June
Marian McCord, center, senior vice provost for research, economic engagement and outreach at UNH with Byron Kennedy, CEO, left, and Steven Camilleri, CTO of SPEE3D at the ribbon cutting. Above, right: a technician using a SPEE3D machine (Courtesy of SPEE3D) When a foreign company decides where to lay down roots...
Democratic voters in NH weigh electability and name recognition in primary for governor
James Fieseher went to the Dover Democrat’s Gubernatorial Forum on Tuesday to figure out who he would support in the Democratic primary for the next governor of New Hampshire. The retired doctor and Dover resident is leaning towards one of the two women in the race, former mayor of Manchester Joyce Craig and Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington. While policy, particularly healthcare, is important to him, he said he’s looking for the “total picture.” ...
Q&A: Portsmouth firefighter on new NH laws shielding firefighters from cancer risks
A pair of new laws in New Hampshire aims to provide firefighters with more protection against cancers caused by their profession. Cancer is a leading cause of death among firefighters nationwide, according to the CDC. One law establishes a two-year cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters. The other increases protections for firefighters from PFAS chemicals in their uniforms and firefighting gear, and aims to streamline the process of switching to PFAS-free apparel. Exposure to...
Political ideology drives New Hampshire voters' choices, poll finds
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new Saint Anselm College poll highlights the issues influencing New Hampshire voters’ decisions in choosing political candidates. The poll cited a wide range of issues, with factors like political ideology playing a major role in determining which one’s voters consider most important. More...
Sununu: Trump can win if he ‘stays professional,’ ‘focuses’
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) said Thursday that former President Trump can win the upcoming presidential race against Vice President Harris if he “stays professional” and focused. “In September and October, the cost of living is going to be a very real issue in this campaign, a very real issue for Americans, as long…
NH SpaceX pilot prepares for potentially groundbreaking commercial flight
A Durham native and three other crew members are preparing to embark on a flight of a lifetime to push the boundaries of commercial space exploration. On Aug. 26, Mission pilot Scott Poteet will help lead SpaceX's Falcon Rocket with the goal of soaring more than 1400 kilometers at approximately 17,500 mph beyond Earth's atmosphere. The launch will take at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida.
Sidewalk replacement project to continue Monday
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The City of Keene’s ongoing Sidewalk Replacement Project is set to advance to School Street, covering the area between Emerald Street and Gilbo Avenue, starting on Monday, Aug. 19. The project will kick off with the removal of the current asphalt sidewalk on the east side of the street by the City’s contractor.
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