NH's Local News Landscape Shrinks as Papers Close Across State

New Hampshire's vital local newspapers are vanishing at an alarming rate, leaving communities from Colebrook to Laconia without trusted news sources. Closures like The Citizen in 2016 and The News and Sentinel in 2024 have gutted coverage of town halls, school boards and local scandals. With only a handful of dailies remaining, residents fear a news desert is spreading across the Granite State.

May 5

Sununu Bolsters NH Lakes, Forests with New Environmental Laws

May 5

NH Forges New Path on Forest Protection as Lawmakers Weigh Carbon and Conservation

May 5

Manchester Police Arrest 2 in Road Rage Shooting

A Manchester driver was shot in the shoulder during a heated road rage confrontation Monday night, sparking a rapid police response aided by ShotSpotter technology. Two local men face serious charges after officers quickly detained them near the scene. The victim crashed his vehicle blocks away before receiving hospital treatment.

May 5

Manchester Police Nab Knife-Wielding Thief in Downtown Tip Jar Heist

May 5