Michael J. Caduto to give presentation on Native Americans in Temple

Mansfield Public Library will host Michael J. Caduto as he presents “Hoops, Tops & Rabbit Sticks” at Temple Town Hall on Monday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m.

Antrim Garden Club returns with downtown project

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Due to efforts of the new Antrim Garden Club, downtown Antrim has 36 planters spouting pink wave petunias. 

After Francestown incident, Antrim Police Chief John Blake says there is no ‘playbook’ for mental health situations

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Antrim Police Chief John Blake said situations that turn into standoffs or potential hostage situations are rare in the Monadnock region.

Sweeping Medicaid changes leave Monadnock Community Hospital with more questions than answers

By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY

Richard Scheinblum has tracked the news for months.

Peterborough resident Christopher Landry is still in Canada after having been denied reentry into the United States

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Christopher Landry, a 43-year resident of Peterborough, is still in New Brunswick after being refused reentry to the United States while attempting to return from his annual trip to see his family in Canada July 5. 

Matt Forrest Esenwine to appear at Mason Elementary School

By ASHLEY SAARI

Children’s author Matt Forrest Esenwine will be visiting Mason on July 17, as part of the Mason Public Library’s Children’s Literacy Foundation Rural Library Grant, which will provide several author visits throughout the year.

July 17 protests include Peterborough and Jaffrey

Protests calling for voting rights, immigration reform and other social justice issues are planned throughout New Hampshire on Thursday, July 17, as part of the national Good Trouble Lives On day of action.

Jimmy Smith hosting ‘People of Peterborough’ event at Union Congregational Church

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Peterborough native Jimmy Smith will host a “Jeopardy”-style “People of Peterborough” trivia night at the Union Congregational Church in Peterborough on Wednesday, July 16, at 6 pm.

Alan Rumrill opens Amos Fortune Forum in Jaffrey with stories of local characters

By ASHLEY SAARI

From a doctor who chronicled his sometimes unusual payments for his services, to an early woman entrepreneur and a man whose gravestone marks not where his body lies, but tells the story of his graverobbing, New England is full of stories.

Shilpa Jindia sounds a warning about academic freedom at Monadnock Summer Lyceum

By DAVID ALLEN

Shilpa Jindia didn’t mince words Sunday in comparing the present with a previous era.

PHOTOS: Jaffrey Public Library hosts ‘Maker Madness’ event

At the Jaffrey Public Library, STEAM assistants helped children put together snap circuits to build various models of vehicles during the library’s Maker Madness event.

New Hampshire providers brace for Medicaid changes that reach beyond healthcare

By SRUTHI GOPALAKRISHNAN

Medicaid cuts at the state and federal levels have providers across New Hampshire concerned and searching for ways to cushion the impact on the state’s residents.

New Hampshire legalizes public alcohol consumption in designated ‘social districts’

By SRUTHI GOPALAKRISHNAN

In New Hampshire, adults now have a way to legally enjoy an alcoholic beverage on the streets.

Words About Wilton: Gail Hoar — Wilton wildlife

I joined the Wilton Senior Citizen Scientists group a while ago, but have been what one would term “an inactive member.”

HOUSE AND HOME: Martha-Reed and John Murphy make Cabot cottage in Dublin their summer home

By JESSECA TIMMONS

The Murphy family are only the third owners of the Louis Cabot Cottage, a home built by Boston Brahmin Louis Cabot in 1898.

Smith’s Blueberries in New Ipswich marks 50th anniversary with pig roast and celebration

By ASHLEY SAARI

It’s a special year for Smith’s Blueberries.

Jarvis Coffin: Off the Highway — Les grandes vacances

My son’s family is returning in August from France, where his company moved him a year ago.

ConVal, Mascenic officials praise school funding decision

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Members of the ConVal community are cautiously celebrating the state Supreme Court’s recent decision to uphold the ruling in the ConVal school funding lawsuit, in which Superior Court Judge David Ruoff ruled that the state was not meeting its constitutional obligation to provide an “adequate education” for students.

Emily Sumner works with two wild mustangs at Contry Hill Farm in Mason

By ASHLEY SAARI

Over the past year, Emily Sumner has been putting her hand to a new challenge — breaking and taming a pair of wild mustangs, who she hopes will eventually become part of her roster of lesson horses.

Elimination of yearly car inspection requirement causes concerns

By DAVID ALLEN

Automobile technicians and public safety officials largely expressed concern about news that New Hampshire will no longer require vehicle inspections starting next year.