New Hampshire’s FY2026-2027 Budget Barely Approved By GOP-Controlled, Divided Legislature: PM Patch NH

CONCORD, NH — Here are some share-worthy stories from the New Hampshire Patch network to discuss this afternoon and evening.

This post features stories and information published during the past 24 hours.

FY 2026-2027 New Hampshire State Budget Barely Squeaks Through: It passed on the Senate side down partisan lines 16-8 and in the House on a 185-180 vote after it failed on the first try, 182-183.

Soggy Saturdays Return; Welcome Relief From The Heat In New Hampshire: Weekend Weather Forecast: Another murky weekend in the Granite State? It looks like it. The National Weather Service also offers lightning safety tips.

Felon Formerly Of Concord, With ‘Violent Tendencies,’ Wanted On Parole Violation; Not Seen Since March 2023: Christopher Engelhardt, previously convicted of robbery, is accused of absconding from supervision after a drug possession conviction.

Newbury Woman Arrested On Assault, Mischief, And Obstruction Charges On Chesley Street: Concord Police Log: Concord teen cited for assault on Canton Circle; habitual offender arrested again; Manchester woman arrested for 3rd DUI; stolen property.

Bright Back For Another Bid In New Hampshire GOP 1st Congressional District Primary: Businessman-military veteran Chris Bright is the first Republican to announce; the CEO of American Facilities Professionals was 4th in 2024.

Manchester Man Dead After Stabbing Incident In Queen City: Police responded to Orange Street on Wednesday and found a man stabbed multiple times. MPD states that all involved have been identified.

Suspect In Fatal Hit And Run Crash Waives Probable Cause Hearing: Justin LeClair, 23, was scheduled to appear in court Monday, but waived. He remains held at Hillsborough County House of Corrections.

Teen Accused Of Shooting Others At Beach; Fun Things To Do This Weekend; Indictments; More: PM Patch NH: Lakes Region man shot at cops before they shot him, report says, Brown launches another Senate bid, is New Hampshire state budget in chaos?

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