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Oceans are heating up faster than scientists predicted, with warming spreading from surface to deep waters — a clear sign of accelerating climate change driven by human emissions. The ripple effects are devastating: coral bleaching, shifting fish populations, rising sea levels, and extreme weather. Researchers are now unraveling how this heat reshapes ocean currents and global weather, making urge...

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Mental health for older adults isn’t just a May thing—it’s a year-round priority. Granite VNA in New Hampshire is sounding the alarm: many seniors don’t report feeling down, so depression and anxiety often go unnoticed, fueled by loneliness, loss, or declining independence. These silent struggles can wreck physical health and daily life. Experts say managing mental and physical health together is...

A New Hampshire casino owner and former state senator pleads guilty to stealing over $255,000 in pandemic relief funds, including using SBA loan money to buy a Porsche — exposing how some diverted aid meant for survival into personal gain, eroding public trust. Meanwhile, state police made dozens of arrests over the Fourth of July, including a teen caught speeding 106 mph, while also mourning a fa...

Governor Kelly Ayotte’s recent veto spree is sparking political firestorms—blocking bills on abortion rights, tenant protections, and autism services, while defending public education with a personal touch. Though she signed 74 bills, her nine vetoes reveal a growing defiance of her own party’s more extreme elements, especially on education. Her past support for school vouchers now looks like a pi...

A woman named Wendy Leedberg-Snow just got seven days in jail after allegedly faking a marriage license with her late boyfriend Eric Leedberg to claim his estate. She reportedly asked a family friend — a town clerk — to sign the fake document, which led to the clerk’s guilty plea and loss of credentials. Leedberg-Snow also changed her name to Leedberg-Snow before Eric’s death, adding to the confus...

Robert Tulloch, the 17-year-old convicted of murdering two beloved Dartmouth professors in 2001, faces a pivotal re-sentencing hearing next week—his legal team pushing for a 30- to 40-year minimum, citing a landmark 2012 Supreme Court ruling that overturned mandatory life sentences for juveniles. While the state hasn’t yet submitted its recommendation, the emotional weight of the crime—and the fac...

Staffing shortages at the Sununu Youth Services Center have reached a breaking point, with eight years of budget cuts crippling the facility’s ability to keep youth and staff safe. In a recent incident, just two employees were forced to manage five youth — one with a violent history — leading to a chaotic confrontation that left five staff members injured. The crisis underscores a systemic failure...

After 400 years, the Mill Pond Dam in Durham, New Hampshire, is finally coming down—draining the pond and restoring the Oyster River’s natural flow for the first time since colonial days, marking a major ecological revival. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary base...

The Concord school board is eyeing two properties for sale to ease budget woes: the underused Dewey School site, ripe for redevelopment into housing or commercial space, and the 59-acre “Broken Ground” wooded parcel near trails and conservation areas, sparking fierce neighborhood debate over its future. With a July 13th public hearing and a potential November ballot vote looming, the board weighs...

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded Tuesday night when a house fire on Stonewall Way in Exeter claimed a life. Emergency crews raced to the scene, finding a trapped resident who they swiftly rescued and stabilized before rushing them to hospital—only to lose them despite heroic efforts. The identity remains private as authorities investigate the fire’s origin, while the community mourns and honors th...

A legal showdown erupts over a beloved New Hampshire trail as a property owner blocks a one-mile stretch of the Northern Rail Trail with concrete barriers, sparking a state lawsuit claiming trespass, negligence, and theft of public access. Since 1991, the state has owned the corridor and managed it as a public resource since 1998 — but Leonard Caron, who ignored a cease-and-desist order, dug up ra...

Concord police are cracking down on a range of offenses, from DUIs to domestic violence and stalking. Devin Marquis and Morgan Coon were both arrested for driving under the influence, while Jazmyn Merchant-Thibeault and Bulambo Dunia face assault charges. Jeffrey Gardner, with a prior stalking conviction, was arrested again for stalking and violating bail. Other arrests include Shaun Gallagher for...

Deep in the Mariana Trench, scientists have uncovered a glowing, pressure-resistant fish dubbed the “phantom anglerfish” — a creature so alien it belongs to a brand-new genus. Found at depths over 20,000 feet, it defies expectations with its bioluminescent lure and bizarre skeleton, rewriting what we thought possible for life in Earth’s most extreme environment. This discovery is part of a daring...

Get ready for a big night of impact—join us Tuesday at 6 PM in Sweeney Hall for “Nonprofits & News: Telling Stories That Matter,” where local nonprofits (and curious community members) learn how to work with the media to amplify their vital work. Plus, this weekend’s packed: catch free concerts from Shana Stack, Julieann Hartley, and Kimayo & Lucas Gallo, plus “Moana” at Red River Theatres—all whi...

Cities across the U.S. are ditching decades-old parking mandates that once forced developers to build massive lots—now seen as a major driver of housing costs. Since 2019, 14 states and over 100 cities have rolled back or eliminated these rules, sparking a housing affordability revolution. Developers see it as a way to save money and build better amenities, while environmentalists applaud less pav...

Logan Clegg, the convicted double murderer from Concord, is striking again — this time challenging a key court ruling that allowed police to use a warrantless cellphone ping to track him down. The ping led detectives to a Vermont grocery store, then to a library where they arrested him in October 2022 — months after Steve and Wendy Reid were found dead. Clegg’s lawyers argue the evidence violates...

In Weare, Hand in Hand is more than a thrift store or food pantry—it’s the heart of the community, where neighbors connect, loneliness fades, and support thrives. After seven years of growing roots and three years at their current spot, they’re moving into a bigger space thanks to generous donors and local businesses. With revenue from their bustling thrift store funding meals and activities, this...

Scientists have uncovered a ghostly new deep-sea fish in the Mariana Trench—nicknamed the “phantom anglerfish”—thriving at over 26,000 feet with glowing organs and pressure-resistant bones. Captured in stunning detail during a daring submersible mission, this discovery stirs awe in the marine world, revealing how much remains hidden in Earth’s most extreme ocean depths. Researchers are now unravel...

A stunning new deep-sea fish, glowing with bioluminescent blue light and measuring just six inches, has been discovered in the Pacific at depths over 2,000 feet. Found during a groundbreaking expedition using cutting-edge submersibles, this elusive creature’s unique body and survival adaptations are sparking excitement among scientists. Experts believe its glow helps lure prey in the abyssal dark,...

The state’s Executive Council just approved $20 million to continue settling lawsuits from survivors of a notorious youth detention center, with potential total costs ballooning to as much as $1 billion across nearly 1,700 claims. Retired Judge Gerard Boyle, overseeing the fund, is pushing for efficiency — slashing consultant pay by over 50% and eliminating a $100 travel stipend — while still ensu...

AI is revolutionizing cancer detection by learning to spot lung cancer risks in CT scans with stunning accuracy—outperforming human radiologists in some cases. Trained on 1,000+ scans, this tool doesn’t replace doctors but acts as a super-powered assistant, catching subtle patterns they might miss. As researchers refine it for broader use, this breakthrough could mean earlier diagnoses and better...

New state law slashes red tape for turning old structures into ADUs—no more zoning variances needed for pre-July 2025 builds, speeding up housing creation while protecting future owners. Critics warn it may confuse local enforcement, but supporters see it as vital progress against bureaucratic hurdles. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertis...

The Seacoast housing market is exploding—June saw its highest single-family sales since 2022, with median prices hitting $900K and climbing. A Rye home sold for $8.57M, but the real shocker? A North Hampton mansion went for $16M—rare in New Hampshire. With only 18 miles of coastline and shrinking inventory, demand is skyrocketing, turning this into a fierce seller’s market since 2016. The trend sp...

Hope is on the horizon for the critically endangered North Atlantic right whales, as NOAA reports at least 22 new calves this season — the highest in years — pushing the total population to around 360. Yet, with threats like ship strikes and fishing gear entanglements still rampant, the species remains perilously close to collapse. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipil...