Opinion

Open Letter to Governor from public health officials: NH needs increased testing, treatment, and tracking

Sunday, April 5, 2020 Coaltion of NH Public Health Officials 0

We can develop a logical strategy that protects lives and our healthcare workers, allows specific populations to return to work, and ensures NH citizens have the data they need to make responsible personal choices for their safety. We need much more COVID-19 testing now. READ MORE

Palm Sunday: Holy Week and the symbolism of the palm branch

Saturday, April 4, 2020 Jim Robidoux 0

Symbolically, Palm Sunday is a declaration of victory over sin. It marks the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry as, this week would be his last week before dying on Good Friday. All of the events of Holy Week would be understood more clearly after Christ’s resurrection, Sunday morning. Palm Sunday was a procession of a king of another kind. One that would die to save His people, and die to pay for the sins of the whole world. READ MORE

Please Governor Sununu, hear the NH residents at this time and close our parks immediately

Thursday, April 2, 2020 Angela D'Anjou 2

This is causing us more concern since people from other states who have higher numbers of COVID-19 are coming to our recreational area instead of following the request to stay in their homes! These same people are entering into our grocery stores, restaurant pick up areas, and other essential spaces which is causing more of a possibility of the spread of COVID-19 to our community essential workers to not mention the actual community. READ MORE

State data: COVID-19 already infecting NH revenues

Thursday, April 2, 2020 Garry Rayno 0

While the more devastating effects of the coronavirus lie ahead for New Hampshire, its impact is already felt in its coffers as state revenues, particularly businesses taxes, are less than anticipated. READ MORE

Remote Learning is a marathon, not a sprint

Thursday, April 2, 2020 Amanda Bastoni 0

In anticipation of the first week of remote learning, I turned our monthly chalkboard calendar into a daily schedule. I anticipated some hurdles, and the need to tweak the schedule along the way. As a former teacher, I believed this would keep my 16-year-old son learning, my three-year-old daughter engaged, and leave time for my husband, pets, meals, and all of my work obligations. READ MORE

Honored to be named one of NH’s Outstanding Women, and delivering on my promise to help kids in need

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 Gail Durant 0

I recently got an e-mail from WZID that I was one of NH’s 20 Outstanding Women and I want to thank Renee Martel for nominating me. READ MORE

Mayor Craig: ‘In these trying times, you are looking after your family and your health, while we are looking out for you’

Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Mayor Joyce Craig 0

Right now, our city is faced with a challenge beyond our control. But it will not last forever. I want you to know that I, along with the Aldermen and the School Board, and city and school district employees are working diligently to respond to this pandemic in real-time while continuing to plan for the future in an uncertain time. READ MORE