As the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing nears, Clark Kaddy is one of several reenactors of lesser-known Revolutionary War figures who are leading reflections on the meaning of ideas like liberty and freedom for the people enslaved by the Founding Fathers.

“Rain barrels are wonderful for the periods in between periods of rain to capture the rainwater to use in your garden,” says Homegrown NH host Emma Erler. But it's not a total remedy for dry conditions. “If you're not getting any rain at all, your rain barrel won't fill up,” she says.

State officials and representatives from the energy sector gathered this week to get started on a “roadmap” to generate more nuclear power in NH.

Dismas Home started operating out of Manchester, but they’ve expanded their services to Rochester, soon offering 28 beds between the two cities. Cheryll Andrews, executive director of Dismas Home of New Hampshire, said the goal is to one day put a home in every county in the state.

In 2025, Geno Marconi, the longtime director of NH’s ports, was named in a civil suit for his alleged conduct while he worked for the state. The NH Attorney General’s office, which later prosecuted Marconi on criminal charges, is refusing to cover his bills.

Nearly two dozen students spent the week with U.S. Army researchers in Hanover building robots, planes, and a cyborg hand.

This week on the NH News Recap ⤵️ Energy industry representatives and state officials gathered this week in Portsmouth to begin to shape a plan for more nuclear development in New Hampshire. And Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate met this week for their first debate. https://bit.ly/4g7ibld

About 20 communities across the state are hosting simultaneous readings this weekend of “What to the Slave Is Your Fourth of July?”, a historic speech delivered by Frederick Douglass in 1852.

Former New Hampshire U.S. Senator John E. Sununu and former Massachusetts U.S. Senator Scott Brown debated at the Victoria Inn in Hampton Wednesday. For GOP primary voters, it was their first chance to see the two Senate candidates side by side, and several hundred turned out to take their measure.

A new law requires cryptocurrency ATMs to include safeguards against scammers, who are often targeting older adults. In 2025, older victims of scams lost nearly $40,000 on average, and getting people to feed their money into cryptocurrency ATMs.

Keene Housing says 900 people are currently on its waitlist. An influx of state funding will help the organization buy land for 30 new apartments in Jaffrey, but it will still need to raise more money to finish the whole project. https://bit.ly/4wclD2L

New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan has unveiled a video of Granite State political leaders reciting the Declaration of Independence as part of the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C. No other New England states are currently participating in the fair. https://bit.ly/4w23owG

Gerard Boyle, the new administrator for NH's Youth Development Center victims fund, is a retired judge who sent kids to the facility. In his work as a lawyer, he also represented clients who were in custody there. https://bit.ly/4eJHreM

Your weekend in NH: Pride Month concludes with festivals in Littleton, Manchester, and North Conway. Plus, NHPR is throwing a Pride Party this Saturday!

The Rye selectboard says it will revisit its decision to cut 90 parking spaces along Ocean Boulevard that are prime locations for beach access. https://bit.ly/4vHcHSQ

The Rye selectboard says it will revisit its decision to cut 90 parking spaces along Ocean Boulevard that are prime locations for beach access. https://bit.ly/4vHcHSQ

The New Hampshire Attorney General's office is appealing a federal court ruling that struck down a state law requiring proof of citizenship when registering to vote. https://bit.ly/43WpDbq

The New Hampshire Attorney General's office is appealing a federal court ruling that struck down a state law requiring proof of citizenship when registering to vote. https://bit.ly/43WpDbq

Several hundred people turned out in Hampton Wednesday night to watch Republican U.S. Senate candidates Scott Brown and John E. Sununu in their first debate of this year's campaign. https://bit.ly/4wbf6VW

A hiker from Quebec, Canada had a medical emergency near the summit of Mount Lincoln. An Army National Guard helicopter was called in to help rescuers get him to safety.

It’s almost the Fourth of July, and the American flag is everywhere. Civics 101 host Hannah McCarthy talks about the origins of the flag and how its purpose and symbolism has changed over time.

An exhibit at the John Paul Jones House in Portsmouth looks back at the seeds of revolution, and how Patriots and Loyalists clashed in New Hampshire's colonial capital.

With high gas prices and inflation, your budget may be squeezed. Several rebate, weatherization, and electrification programs offer financial support to help keep NH homes cool this summer.

The Manchester Transit Authority launched a new, free bus route on Monday to take residents from the Center City to parks, supermarkets and a city pool in the North End this summer.

Author and historian Brooke Barbier says the role of alcohol in the story of America's founding has often been played down — or simply ignored.

Join NHPR and Jeremy Hobson for a live recording of The Middle, where audience members help shape a national conversation about the issues and choices facing voters ahead of November's midterm elections. Tickets are available now.

Data from the New Hampshire Insurance Department shows the number of people who enrolled in the health insurance marketplace this year decreased by 4.1%. It's the first decline in enrollment in several years.

Whales have Free Willy. Dolphins have Flipper. But what about the humble porpoise? https://bit.ly/4vZit23

The deadline for Granite Staters to apply for financial help on their statewide property taxes is coming up soon. The application for the Low & Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief program is open until June 30.

In April, a jury found former Portsmouth lawyer Justin Nadeau guilty on felony charges for stealing money from a former client who suffered from a traumatic brain injury.

You don’t have to stop mowing and raking completely. But a few small steps to minimize disruptions to your local pollinators can go a long way. 🌼 https://bit.ly/4xuG9Nf

A new law allows students who opt out of public school to receive state-funded vouchers to take public school courses at no cost. Previously, public school districts had been allowed to charge those students. https://bit.ly/3SaSq9I

For the third time, Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed a bill that would have allowed transgender people to be excluded from restrooms and other spaces that don't match their sex assigned at birth. "Trying the same thing again isn’t going to get a different result," she told lawmakers. https://bit.ly/3Sy0lOj

As the United States approaches a monumental anniversary, the questions of how we got here — and who we are as a people — feel more urgent than ever. If those questions are also on your mind, you won't want to miss our America 250 summer series. https://bit.ly/3QSnMkW

Sand sculptures from the Hampton Beach Sand Sculpting Classic are currently on display, and illuminated for night viewing, through June 28.

A staple of many New Hampshire town fairs, the pig scramble — in which people compete to capture a pig — may look a little different in the future.

New Hampshire’s court system is implementing a new pilot program to verify the incomes of people who request a court-appointed attorney. The change comes after some public officials suggested the current system is open to fraud. https://bit.ly/4eSVOxJ

New Hampshire, like the rest of the country, has seen habeas corpus filings skyrocket as the Trump administration detains more immigrants but immigration courts hold fewer bond hearings. The sheer number of filings can put a strain on detainees, attorneys and the courts. https://bit.ly/4ouszph

New campaign finance filings show Gov. Kelly Ayotte has collected six times as much money as Democratic rival Cinde Warmington, and has $2 million left to spend as election season ramps up. https://bit.ly/3QxvO2C

Both Scott Brown and John E. Sununu served in the U.S. Senate more than a decade ago, in what now seems like a distant political reality. They both hope their experience impresses voters in this year's Republican primary. https://bit.ly/4uIAdO8

Formed in 2024, The Bottom Dollars grew organically out of New England's bluegrass and folk scene. They recently stopped by our studios to share their origin story, a preview of their packed summer festival schedule and a few tunes. 🪕 https://bit.ly/4fMjqWJ

“Huge shoutout to the entire community of Dover, New Hampshire,” chef Evan Hennessey said while accepting one of the culinary world's highest honors. “I hope you are watching right now. We may be 34,000 people, but damn, we are big.” https://bit.ly/4vY3jKB

You’ve heard this kind of playground chant: "Do it! Do it! Do it!" But what’s the deal? Turns out, there's some social science behind it. https://bit.ly/4xIDKik

After a wet spring, New England gardeners have had to do a lot of watering this summer thanks to near-drought conditions. We put together some tips on how to make sure your garden stays hydrated. 🌱 https://bit.ly/3QlDdlx

Horseshoe crabs have survived for hundreds of millions of years, and their biology and resilience continue to spark wonder.

Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light is a Boston-based string band that blends folk tradition with deep, intimate storytelling. Check out their live set at The Word Barn 🎶 https://bit.ly/4lH00DF

Gov. Kelly Ayotte remains opposed to increasing fees for New Hampshire fishing licenses, a spokesperson said. Here's the latest ⤵️

Olympic gold medalist and Salem's own Caroline Harvey continues to have a banner year. The 23-year-old defender was selected first overall in the first round of the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s draft by the Vancouver Goldeneyes. https://bit.ly/43FAFBR

If mosquitos are keeping you inside, try this effective (and eco-friendly!) DIY trap. https://bit.ly/4w5F0dP

A former Democratic New Hampshire state representative from Nashua has been sentenced to 33 years in prison on child abuse charges. https://bit.ly/3Qab3tO