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Point of View: NH lawmakers take part in national effort to ‘eradicate transgenderism’

Wednesday, March 29, 2023 Winter Trabex 0

Those who would deny transgender rights also deny human rights. Those who accept transgender rights are those who accept human rights. The state legislature, if it must do anything, should take steps to protect a vulnerable and disenfranchised group- one already defined as a federally protected class. Those who take it upon themselves to revoke the freedom of one group have the power to revoke freedoms for all. READ MORE

The Tale of Mr. 10 Percent

Thursday, March 23, 2023 Nathan Graziano 0

I earned my moniker based on my average tip. I was so terrible at serving the public their meals that my shifts were restricted to Wednesday lunches where seniors ate half-price, and my section was limited a pair of two-tops by the kitchen. On occasion, I was assigned a four-top when the manager pitied me, in the way one might pity a three-legged dog. READ MORE

The rumor of our death has been greatly exaggerated

Wednesday, March 22, 2023 Edward Aloise 0

Today I read another article written by a chef/operator both bemoaning the state of the industry and forecasting either its doom or its transmutation. I am a serious newspaper addict and I have only great respect for the medium and for those serious journalists who work in it. As in all things, there is the good, the bad and the incompetent. READ MORE

Meet my daughter: Smart, funny, beautiful and among the 1 in 44

Monday, March 20, 2023 Emily Reily 0

I decided to write this column to help bring awareness about autism, to share stories and information, to hopefully dispel some common myths, and to be a mini support system for friends, family and caregivers of someone with ASD. READ MORE

Culture wars take over NH House this week

Saturday, March 18, 2023 Garry Rayno 1

Lawmakers will spend hours debating the war on public education, parental rights, abortion rights, voting rights, vaccines and medical care, firearms, drugs and governmental power to name about half the debates to grace Representatives Hall and the Senate Chamber. READ MORE

That time the world shut down on St. Patrick’s Day

Thursday, March 16, 2023 Nathan Graziano 0

A few days before St. Patrick’s Day, while I was at Chelby’s, having beers with friends when a discussion about the virus started. Most of the patrons were dismissive, downplaying it, but I sensed a subtle pall hanging over the bar—an ominous lump in my throat. READ MORE

Catch some rising (female) stars: Let’s celebrate the ladies of song March 25 at the Shaskeen

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Rob Azevedo 0

We have four top-notch musicians taking the stage at the Shaskeen on March 25th from 4-7 p.m. They each will play for 30-40 minutes with a 15-minute intermission between the third and fourth performances. The show is FREE. READ MORE

Who decides?

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Brian Chicoine 0

Last week I was reading about how a former mayor of Cranston, Rhode Island, is running for the 2024 Republican nomination for president. Within the article were the words “long shot.” So I started thinking about why he was labeled as a long shot. Shouldn’t he have as good of a chance as any to become president of these United States? READ MORE

My Big Girl Boots: Still Kicking

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Annette Kurman 0

I’m almost embarrassed to say my big girl boots are more than 40 years old. I bought them when I was first married, coming up to the New England area, and brought to Newbury Steet in Boston, where the yuppies shopped. READ MORE

Education Freedom Account handouts: Thousands of dollars for filling out a form

Saturday, March 11, 2023 Jeanne Dietsch 2

Currently, the state offers parents $3700+ for the simple act of completing an EFA registration form. Not surprisingly, thousands of private-school parents registered. Then, these parents could submit the tuition bills that they previously paid themselves to a scholarship organization. The scholarship organization pays the bills with taxpayer moneys. The state is not permitted oversight on how the money is used. READ MORE