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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.

National Guard, Others Begin Delivering Thousands Of Gifts To Children In Need In New Hampshire: Video: More than 3,100 children will have Christmas presents this year due to the SEA/SEIU 1984's annual Operation Santa Claus event.

Diesel Fuel Spills Into Storm Drain In Bow After Beer Truck Crash On Route 3A: Video: Firefighters estimated 80 gallons of fuel spilled. The NH Department of Environmental Services was requested to the crash scene.

All Electronic Tolling Begins On The F.E. Everett Turnpike In Bedford Jan. 8: The AET System replaces the toll booths in Bedford next month. Work will continue in the winter and spring toward complete removal.

Blankenbeker To Run For Open Merrimack County Attorney Seat In 2026: Concord attorney, naval captain, and nurse, Lynne Blankenbeker, is ready to bring her decades of public service at the prosecutor’s office.

New Boston Man Accused Of Driving 123 MPH In Manchester, Crashing Into SUV In Bedford: State Police Roundup: A Somersworth woman crashes on Route 16 after being accused of driving more than 100 mph. Plus, blotters from around the state.

Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce Hosts Insightful Meet & Greet with Scott Brown: The event gave attendees the unique opportunity to hear the former Senator’s vision and discuss priorities for the United States Senate.

City Of Concord Officials, Duprey Eyeing Potential Carve Out For More Development At West End Property: Follow-up: Several Concord city councilors support the concept of maximizing housing and expanding the tax base on land off Penacook Street.

North Conway Village Plans A First New Year's Eve Celebration: For the first time, North Conway Village is hosting a 2026 New Year's Eve extravaganza with two free fireworks displays.

Durham Man Faces Felony Charges After Allegedly Threatening Hunter with Firearm: Stephen Harriman, 56, of Durham, was arrested by New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers on Monday.

Convicted Robber, Kidnapper On Escape Status | Vigil Held For Man Shot, Killed Fleeing From Cops: PM Patch NH: Also: Indictments; wrestling roundup; apartment attempted arson investigation; chilly temps; holiday happenings; gifts donations needed.

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The Ultimate 2025 Local Holiday Gift Guide: Find Perfect Presents Close To Home

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Brochu Nurseries To Install Community Solar Project On Lower-Value, Degraded Farmland

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🌱 Patch AM: How new MeVa bus routes will change trips to Salem, NH

Chamber Collaborative Of Greater Portsmouth: RiverWoods Durham Campus To Expand

🌱 Patch AM: Jamelot at Brickhouse Restaurant & Brewery! and 10 more events

🌱 Patch AM: Have you seen this inmate missing from Manchester’s Calumet House?

Another Loss For Liot Hill As NH Judge Tosses Lawsuit Targeting Absentee Ballot Law

🌱 Patch AM: Why was a driver in Londonderry hit with multiple DUI charges?

🌱 Patch AM: How could a Londonderry lawmaker help reshape state workers’ jobs?

Southern New Hampshire Chamber Of Commerce Welcomes Day’s Jewelers To Salem

🌱 Patch AM: Will Manchester’s new skate park and aldermen raises actually happen?

🌱 Patch AM: How a new DARPA contract could boost work at Merrimack’s BAE site

Driver Injured During Crash Between A Subaru And A Minivan In Concord: Video

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Graham: The Intifada Has Been Globalized. Are Granite State Progressives Happy?

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