Ayotte vetoes bathroom bill, defeating it for second time in two years

By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY

Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed a bill that would have allowed the separation of bathrooms, locker rooms, sports and correctional facilities by biological sex, calling the Republican-led effort “overly broad and impractical to enforce.”

ConVal to enforce ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone ban

By JESSECA TIMMONS

The ConVal School District will implement a new “bell-to-bell” cellphone policy at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. 

Preservation association studies clarity in Contoocook Lake

By ASHLEY SAARI

Jim LaDine peers over the side of his boat, lowering, hand-over-hand, a black-and-white disc into the water. Eventually, it disappears under the murk, and he pulls it up again, until it is just visible.

Lack of registration threatens revival of after-school program in Jaffrey

By ASHLEY SAARI

For Elizabeth Eastman of Jaffrey, an affordable child care option, run by a program she trusts, was a life-saver.

Wilton Select Board hears dispute over signs

By DAVID ALLEN

The issue of residents posting signs on their property and how neighbors should accommodate them was raised at Monday’s Select Board meeting.

Francestown does not need special Town Meeting on ConVal withdrawal measure

By JESSECA TIMMONS

The Francestown Select Board has ruled that the results of Francestown’s May 3 special Town Meeting, in which residents voted in favor of two warrant articles supporting Francestown’s withdrawal from the ConVal School District and possibly from the SAU, will stand.

Ayotte vetoes ‘book ban’ bill, splitting with Republicans

By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY

Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed a bill that would have banned sexual materials, including books, from classrooms and libraries in New Hampshire’s public schools, thwarting an effort from Republicans to create stricter parental controls over the content available to children.

Lyndeborough Zoning Board of Appeals turns down variance request for accessory dwelling unit

By DAVID ALLEN

Lyndeborough’s Zoning Board of Adjustment turned down Arnold Byam’s request for a variance that would have allowed for an additional accessory dwelling unit Monday.

Hancock Town Library sets touch-a-truck event

The Hancock Town Library will host a touch-a-truck event Monday, July 21, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Moose Brook Park in Hancock, behind the Fire Department.

Peterborough Kiwanis Club sets yard sale

The Kiwanis Club of Peterborough will hold a yard sale Saturday, July 19, from 8 to 11 a.m. at 118 Union St., rain or shine.

Second Congregational Church in Wilton hosting church fair July 19

The Second Congregational Church, 25 Gregg St., will hold its annual church fair on Saturday, July 19, hosted by the Planning Committee.

Andy’s Summer Playhouse in Wilton kicks off season with ‘Ahoy’

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Andy’s Summer Playhouse launched its 2025 summer season with a matinee of “Ahoy,” based on the children’s book by Sophie Blackall, with an 11 a.m. performance on Saturday.

Sam Evans-Brown to talk about energy at Amos Fortune Forum in Jaffrey

The Amos Fortune Forum will host Sam Evans-Brown, executive director of Clean Energy New Hampshire, for a talk titled “The Energy Transition and Why It’s Inevitable” on Friday, July 18, at 8 p.m. at the Jaffrey Meetinghouse.

Hancock Town Library hosting nature journal program

The Hancock Town Library will host a children’s program, “Making Nature Journals with Jeannie Connolly,” on Thursday, July 17, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Dr. Annie Brewster to present ‘Stories for Health’ at Monadnock Summer Lyceum in Peterborough

The Monadnock Summer Lyceum will present “Stories for Health” with Dr. Annie Brewster on Sunday, July 20, at 11 a.m. at the Peterborough Unitarian Universalist Church, 25 Main St.

Bennington Rhubarb Festival names winners

Winners have been announced for the contest events at the Bennington Rhubarb Festival, held annually in June. 

Michael J. Caduto to give presentation on Native Americans in Temple

Mansfield Public Library will host Michael J. Caduto as he presents “Hoops, Tops & Rabbit Sticks” at Temple Town Hall on Monday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m.

Antrim Garden Club returns with downtown project

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Due to efforts of the new Antrim Garden Club, downtown Antrim has 36 planters spouting pink wave petunias. 

After Francestown incident, Antrim Police Chief John Blake says there is no ‘playbook’ for mental health situations

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Antrim Police Chief John Blake said situations that turn into standoffs or potential hostage situations are rare in the Monadnock region.

Sweeping Medicaid changes leave Monadnock Community Hospital with more questions than answers

By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY

Richard Scheinblum has tracked the news for months.