Government
Victims’ rights amendment hits speed bump on the way to House vote
On April 26 the bill will go for a full floor vote before the legislature, despite a non-binding “nay” vote by the committees that considered it. READ MORE
Articles by Laura Aronson
Business
Manchester waiting to become intervenor on gas pipeline project
While the town of Epping has applied to be an intervenor in the Liberty Utilities Granite Bridge gas pipeline proposal, Manchester has yet not done so. READ MORE
Government
Call a lawmaker: Bills being decided by the State Legislature and Senate this week
You can contact your legislator if you want to weigh in, or head up to Concord for a front-row seat. READ MORE
Government
Progressives respond to federal tax reform session in Derry
New Hampshire’s politically progressive faction says the federal tax reform law will only serve the rich. READ MORE
Government
Heath: Bill aimed at limiting adult education financial aid would hurt English language learners
‘Adult education centers are responsible for providing educational opportunity for any adult who seeks them. They were not created to monitor immigrant resident status.’ READ MORE
Government
Family and medical leave insurance bill voted down by Senate Committee
The House passed the bill in January with strong bipartisan support. Governor Chris Sununu had pledged to support the bill during his campaign, but has turned against it this month. READ MORE
Government
Lawmakers to vote on SB 556, bail reform bill
The state legislature is expected to vote April 19 on a bill that aims to reduce the number of criminal offenders in jail. Many are held in jail solely because they cannot post the required cash for their release. READ MORE
Government
Bill would prohibit state higher education aid for non-‘legal residents’
With its large immigrant population, Manchester has numerous adults studying English and life skills in several different programs as part of their path to citizenship. READ MORE
Government
Manchester state reps learn about victim’s rights amendment
Manchester state representatives on Monday attended an information session about “Marsy’s Law,” CACR 22, a proposed constitutional amendment for victims’ rights. READ MORE
News
Marchand unveils education plan outside Gossler Park, his alma mater
Candidate Steve Marchand attended the school as a child, and reflected fondly on his experiences growing up on the city’s West Side.