New Hampshire Union Leader

06/05/2026

Derryfield and Bedford battled down to the wire once again in the NH Interscholastic Athletic Association Division I girls tennis final.

For the third straight year, the championship was decided by the No. 2 doubles match — and once again, Derryfield came out on top. Pola Jankowska and Neha Veeranna clinched the Cougars’ third consecutive state title with an 8-6 win in doubles as Derryfield edged Bedford, 5-4.

Read more here: https://www.unionleader.com/sports/high_school/derryfield-girls-tennis-team-earns-3rd-straight-div-i-title----again-on/article_aa756c23-5928-4c89-8754-b0de406081ef.html

Photos by Mark Bolton.

06/05/2026

What started as a popular spot for plane watching near Manchester-Boston Regional Airport has become a growing source of frustration for nearby residents. Londonderry police say reckless driving, burnouts and other “stunt-like behavior” on Planeview and Delta drives have generated frequent noise complaints and raised safety concerns.

Increasingly, residents in north Londonderry have been hearing loud engine noises. And the source of the noise is closer to their homes than Manchester-Boston Regional Airport.

06/05/2026

Lily4Congress is making another run for New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District, arguing that her third bid comes with a stronger foundation and a reform-focused message. The Weare Republican says she plans to raise $1 million and campaign on a 10-point government accountability platform as she seeks a rematch against Democratic Rep. Maggie Goodlander.

Republican candidate Lily Tang Williams of Weare said her third bid for the 2nd Congressional District seat will be the charm this fall because she started early enough to raise

06/05/2026

Governor Kelly Ayotte and former Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington launched their 2026 general election campaigns Thursday with dueling filing events at the State House, trading sharp attacks just hours apart. Ayotte highlighted her first-term record on taxes, public safety and education, while Warmington argued New Hampshire families are facing rising costs and an ongoing housing affordability crisis.

With dozens of cheering supporters lining the hallways, Gov. Kelly Ayotte, 57, came out firing Thursday as she filed for a second term, arguing that likely Democratic nominee Cinde Warmington,

06/04/2026

With dozens of cheering supporters lining the hallways at the State House, Governor Kelly Ayotte came out firing as she filed for a second term today in Concord.

Photos by David Lane.

06/04/2026

Dreo in Salem delivers a dining experience that feels far removed from the classic diner roots of owner Bill Andreoli.

Our Gourmet found plenty to love during a recent visit, from crispy eggplant rollatini and perfectly seared scallops to a rich coastal pasta dish and attentive service in a sleek, contemporary setting.

Read the latest Our Gourmet review:
https://www.unionleader.com/nh/food/our_gourmet/our-gourmet-dreo-a-classy-addition-to-salem-s-dining-scene/article_7086e2cb-a1a6-4f92-8fa8-2cf14e7ac857.html

06/04/2026

Londonderry’s legal budget has already been exhausted with weeks left in the fiscal year, as town officials grapple with a closed-door investigation and allegations involving a member of the Town Council.

Documents obtained through a Right-to-Know request show questions about council involvement in town administration and an outside investigation into Town Manager Shaun Mulholland. The legal costs have exceeded the town’s annual budget, with additional bills still pending.

A Londonderry town councilor reportedly interfered in town administration, and the town manager is under investigation by a Manchester-based lawyer, according to documents obtained via a Right-to-Know request.

06/04/2026

A crowded Republican field is taking shape in New Hampshire’s open 1st Congressional District race. On the first day of candidate filing, Anthony DiLorenzo for Congress, Melissa4NH and Brian Cole each made their case for why they should succeed Congressman Chris Pappas, who is leaving the seat to run for U.S. Senate.

The three candidates pointed to different strengths — business experience, financial expertise and elected office experience — as they compete for the GOP nomination in one of the state’s highest-profile races.

Also filing for their races were Victor D. Orlando, Karen Liot Hill and Lily4Congress.

A trio of Republicans with varied backgrounds, all running in the wide-open 1st Congressional District race, highlighted opening day for the 2026 candidate filing season at the State House on

06/04/2026

Scott Brown made his U.S. Senate campaign official Wednesday, filing at the State House alongside family members and supporters. The former Massachusetts senator and former U.S. ambassador argued he is the only candidate in the race not tied to party leadership or major political organizations as Republicans compete to replace retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.

Brown also took aim at GOP rival John E. Sununu and Democratic front-runner Chris Pappas, saying he would be more willing to break with party leaders when New Hampshire interests are at stake.

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Scott Brown said he’s the only independent-minded person seeking to replace retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., as he said both of his well-known opponents were too

06/03/2026

Today marked opening day for the 2026 candidate filing period to run for federal, state, and county offices at the State House in Concord. The election races for Congress and Senate are expected to heat up in the coming days, with more candidates expected to officially join the race.

Photos by David Lane / Union Leader