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Bill Would End Some Property Tax Exemptions for Big Power Plants

Large power generating plants do not have to pay local property taxes on components that are used for air or water pollution, but one lawmaker wants to change that. The post Bill Would End Some...

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ATV Advocates and Opponents Testified on Bills at Packed Hearings

Seven bills were heard on Wednesday dealing with the increased use of All-Terrain Vehicles, including how to accommodate continued growth and environmental concerns. The post ATV Advocates and...

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The Silence of the Utilities is Deafening

We interrupt the endless argument about net metering in New Hampshire to bring you an important public service announcement. Energy efficiency is in trouble. The post The Silence of the Utilities is...

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Air Resources Council Agrees To Hear Merrimack’s Appeal of Saint-Gobain Permit

At its first remote meeting on Zoom, the state Air Resources Council voted 5-0 Monday to accept the 100-page appeal, which was filed by the town on March 24. The post Air Resources Council Agrees To...

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Protective Orders, Cats’ Claws and Net Metering Drive House Action

The House voted to initially approve a bill to protect older vulnerable adults from exploitation Wednesday. The post Protective Orders, Cats’ Claws and Net Metering Drive House Action appeared first...

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Columbia Gas To Pay $53M Fine After Explosions, Eversource To Buy Assets

The announcement was made Wednesday, the same day a plea deal was made public in which Columbia will plead guilty to federal charges and pay a $53 million fine. The post Columbia Gas To Pay $53M Fine...

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Lawmakers Hear Bill To Retrain Workers of Idled Biomass Plants

Jasen Stock said there are 120 direct jobs and about 900 indirect jobs impacted by the loss of the biomass plant operations. The post Lawmakers Hear Bill To Retrain Workers of Idled Biomass Plants...

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Senate Passes Family, Medical Leave, But Sununu Will Likely Veto

Senate Democrats passed a comprehensive paid family and medical leave insurance bill Thursday that would take half a percent from everyone's payroll check to establish funds to cover if they become...

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House Backs Prohibiting New Landfills Near State Parks, But Not Moratoriums

The House voted 260-55 to send HB 1422, which would establish a two-year moratorium on new landfill permits, to interim study saying it needs additional study. The post House Backs Prohibiting New...

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Conservationists Eye Millions To Improve NH’s Outdoors, Historic Sites

Places like Monadnock State Park, the White Mountain National Forest, and Saint-Gauden's Historical National Park could see huge investment in their infrastructure in the coming years if Congress...

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It’s Apple Day in NH, Time To Go Pick Your Own

Apple picking season in New Hampshire has arrived with farmers looking at a handsome crop this year, but also keeping an eye to the sky in hopes of more rain. The post It’s Apple Day in NH, Time To Go...

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State Asks Residential Well Users To Conserve and the Public To Follow Water...

To protect your well supply, it is recommended that outdoor water use be limited and water use be staggered, allowing the well time to recharge between demands. The post State Asks Residential Well...

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Sununu Earmarks Millions For Colleges, Businesses and Signs Police Reform Bill

Gov. Chris Sununu signed a comprehensive police reform bill and one that will allow New Hampshire residents to soon have the lowest drug price for insulin by importing the drugs from Canada, he...

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26 New COVID-19 Cases; 2 More Patients Hospitalized

The state Department of Health and Human Services announced 26 new positive test results for COVID-19 and no new deaths on Friday. The post 26 New COVID-19 Cases; 2 More Patients Hospitalized appeared...

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Nursing Home COVID-19 Infections and Deaths Listed By Facility

The state Department of Health and Human Services announced 59 new positive test results for COVID-19 and no new deaths on Tuesday. The post Nursing Home COVID-19 Infections and Deaths Listed By...

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Night with the Stars: Turn Off Lights at 9 p.m. Saturday, Turn Up the Quiet,...

It is billed as a celebration of conservation and community and it will be held Aug. 15 at 9 p.m. for one hour. The post Night with the Stars: Turn Off Lights at 9 p.m. Saturday, Turn Up the Quiet,...

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Climate and COVID Collide in NH

Where did the money, graciously accepted by Gov. Sununu come from? It is a portion of $44 billion raided from our country’s primary federal natural disaster relief program. The post Climate and COVID...

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Sununu: Trick-or-Treat Tips, More Funding for Special Ed, Restaurant Seating...

Restaurants will be allowed to seat guests at tables that may be fewer than six feet apart as of Oct. 1 provided there are barriers. The post Sununu: Trick-or-Treat Tips, More Funding for Special Ed,...

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NH Drought Management Team To Meet Thursday

Rain in the forecast is good for a parched state, but likely only a drop in the bucket, state officials said Monday. The post NH Drought Management Team To Meet Thursday appeared first on InDepthNH.org.

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Part 3: Greenbriar Healthcare Is ‘Special Focus Facility’, 7 Are Candidates

The nursing home, Greenbriar Healthcare in Nashua, has been singled out for extra attention. The post Part 3: Greenbriar Healthcare Is ‘Special Focus Facility’, 7 Are Candidates appeared first on...

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