Heavily-Forested New Hampshire Enters Wildfire Season

Despite rain statewide this month, the New Hampshire Forest Protection Bureau reports that 72% of the Granite State is currently experiencing abnormally dry conditions. The bureau is reminding the public that spring is the beginning of the state’s wildfire …

Ms. Vee and the Blues in New Hampshire

Ms. Vee was born in Arkansas and trained in music, especially blues, jazz, Southern gospel and soul. She now lives in Berlin, in northern New Hampshire, while traveling the country and globe performing. Photo by Norm Eder Blues music may not be the first …

Emotional day for family behind new country store now open in Hampshire village

On Saturday, April 26, Shedfield Country Stores opened its new shop, offering an expanded retail experience to the community. The former Shedfield Equestrian Tack Shop, founded by Chris and Sandy Collins, served generations of horse owners and country …

Award-winning Hampshire filmmaker seeking £25m for new project

Shalina Casey, from New Alresford, is looking for people to invest in her new film, A Teenager Called Joanna. The film will be presented in 3D animation and will focus on the challenges faced by adolescents and the broader implications for children's …

Wildfire risk is rising in New Hampshire — and science has identified the culprit

In 2024, New Hampshire wildfire numbers climbed 24%, burning nearly double the acres compared to 2023, according to the state Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.  Rapidly changing weather conditions in the fall brought about the bump, said Chief …

New Hampshire proposes expanding self-serve alcohol option at bars and breweries

The Soapbox: New Hampshire’s public media is here for you – be here for public media

O P I N I O N Stand up. Speak up. It’s your turn. Healthy communities stand on a foundation of trust. Trust springs from knowing your neighbors and their concerns, knowing that officials and institutions are honest and reliable, and knowing there are …

Viewers' Choice 2025: Best tacos in New Hampshire

Greggs announces huge menu change with brand new item

Greggs will soon be adding a trial food item to its menu this summer that had left many customers obsessed over the “velvety goodness.” The popular bakery chain has confirmed that it will be rolling out its viral Mac and Cheese across its chains by the end …

Rumble Ponies win 8th in a row with doubleheader sweep of New Hampshire