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A Maine woman was arrested Wednesday after allegedly driving more than 100 mph on Route 25.

Maine woman facing several charges after allegedly driving more than 100 mph in Ossipee

A Maine woman was arrested Wednesday after allegedly driving more than 100 mph on Route 25.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 15m

WMUR's partners at PolitiFact are taking a look at whether the Trump administration could legally put President Donald Trump's image on a U.S. coin.

PolitiFact: Can the Trump administration put a sitting president's image on a US coin?

WMUR's partners at PolitiFact are taking a look at whether the Trump administration could legally put President Donald Trump's image on a U.S. coin.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 25m

Fraser Minten scored at 2:12 of overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night in their home opener.

Fraser Minten scores in overtime to lift the Bruins past the Blackhawks, 4-3

Fraser Minten scored at 2:12 of overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night in their home opener.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 47m

Health issues caused her to step down from her role with the university in August, though the school said she remained as an adviser in the final months of her life.

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago's beloved chaplain, dies at 106

Health issues caused her to step down from her role with the university in August, though the school said she remained as an adviser in the final months of her life.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 1h

We asked our viewers where to find the best pumpkin patch in New Hampshire. See their top choices.

Viewers' Choice 2025: Best pumpkin patches in New Hampshire

We asked our viewers where to find the best pumpkin patch in New Hampshire. See their top choices.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 1h

Tsunami warnings follow a powerful quake near the Philippines coast

7.4 magnitude earthquake hits southeast Philippines, tsunami advisory issued

Tsunami warnings follow a powerful quake near the Philippines coast

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 1h

PANS and PANDAS are acronyms for neuroimmune disorders that can affect children after infections like strep or the flu.

Portsmouth Memorial Bridge lits up green for World PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day

PANS and PANDAS are acronyms for neuroimmune disorders that can affect children after infections like strep or the flu.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 2h

A parade of ships streamed up and down the Delaware River beside Philadelphia to kick off a celebration of the 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps

Ship parade kicks off events celebrating 250 years of the US Navy and Marine Corps

A parade of ships streamed up and down the Delaware River beside Philadelphia to kick off a celebration of the 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 2h

As the government shutdown enters its second week, worries about financial strain are growing across New Hampshire.

Pappas discusses government shutdown impacts with Community Action Partnership of Strafford County

As the government shutdown enters its second week, worries about financial strain are growing across New Hampshire.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 2h

Trinity High School senior Davey Durapo is a cornerback, kick returner, and wide receiver for the Pioneers, determined to lead his team to a championship.

ASA Davey Durapo shows versatility for Trinity Football

Trinity High School senior Davey Durapo is a cornerback, kick returner, and wide receiver for the Pioneers, determined to lead his team to a championship.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 2h

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a filing that it is looking into 58 incidents in which Teslas reportedly violated traffic safety laws while using the company's so-called Full Self-Driving mode.

Tesla hit with probe after crashes involving a self-driving feature that Musk has boasted about

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a filing that it is looking into 58 incidents in which Teslas reportedly violated traffic safety laws while using the company's so-called Full Self-Driving mode.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 3h

Cindy McCain, the widow of Sen. John McCain and head of the U.N. World Food Program, suffered a mild stroke this week and is said to be recovering well

Cindy McCain suffers a mild stroke and will take leave from World Food Program while recovering

Cindy McCain, the widow of Sen. John McCain and head of the U.N. World Food Program, suffered a mild stroke this week and is said to be recovering well

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 4h

From higher deductions to bigger credits, the latest IRS adjustments may reshape your return.

IRS makes changes that will affect your taxes this year and next

From higher deductions to bigger credits, the latest IRS adjustments may reshape your return.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 4h

Officials are warning drivers to watch for wildlife after two cars hit a moose on Route 101 in Candia.

State officials caution drivers after moose hit on Route 101 in Candia

Officials are warning drivers to watch for wildlife after two cars hit a moose on Route 101 in Candia.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 5h

A judge has blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area for two weeks, finding no substantial evidence that a "danger of rebellion" is brewing in Illinois.

Judge blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois for 2 weeks

A judge has blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area for two weeks, finding no substantial evidence that a "danger of rebellion" is brewing in Illinois.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 6h

A Texas real estate agent and landlord claims USPS has intentionally declined to deliver her mail. She asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow her to continue her lawsuit.

Texas woman who claims Postal Service intentionally withheld her mail takes case to Supreme Court

A Texas real estate agent and landlord claims USPS has intentionally declined to deliver her mail. She asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow her to continue her lawsuit.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 6h

The United States is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the ceasefire deal in Gaza as part of a team that includes partner nations, nongovernmental organizations and private sector players, U.S. officials say.

US sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor ceasefire deal in Gaza

The United States is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the ceasefire deal in Gaza as part of a team that includes partner nations, nongovernmental organizations and private sector players, U.S. officials say.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 6h

On the ninth day of the government shutdown, President Trump attributed the stalemate to Democrats, urging families affected by missed paychecks to contact their local representatives.

‘Blame the Democrats’: President Trump’s message to families potentially missing paychecks

On the ninth day of the government shutdown, President Trump attributed the stalemate to Democrats, urging families affected by missed paychecks to contact their local representatives.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 7h

Court cases in Illinois and Oregon question the president's authority to deploy the National Guard, with local leaders arguing the move is an illegal overreach.

Legal battles challenge National Guard deployments in Illinois, Oregon

Court cases in Illinois and Oregon question the president's authority to deploy the National Guard, with local leaders arguing the move is an illegal overreach.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 7h

State officials estimate that about 3,000 furloughed federal workers are eligible to apply for unemployment benefits in New Hampshire.

Furloughed federal workers can file for unemployment benefits; Few claims so far

State officials estimate that about 3,000 furloughed federal workers are eligible to apply for unemployment benefits in New Hampshire.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 7h

Former Boston Celtics player Paul Pierce was arrested after behind the wheel on a Los Angeles freeway, authorities said.

Former Celtic Paul Pierce arrested, found asleep behind the wheel in California, police say

Former Boston Celtics player Paul Pierce was arrested after behind the wheel on a Los Angeles freeway, authorities said.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 8h

New Hampshire Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi has had her license to practice law reinstated.

License to practice law reinstated for NH Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi

New Hampshire Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi has had her license to practice law reinstated.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 8h

A federal judge dismissed Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's diss track, citing the claims as opinion.

Judge tosses Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music over rap beef with Kendrick Lamar

A federal judge dismissed Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's diss track, citing the claims as opinion.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 8h

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on a fraud charge, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on fraud charge, AP source says

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on a fraud charge, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

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WMUR @wmur9.bsky.social · 8h

A British Airways flight from Istanbul to London made an emergency landing in Bucharest due to a smoke incident.

British Airways flight diverted to Bucharest where Romanian authorities reported smoke on board

A British Airways flight from Istanbul to London made an emergency landing in Bucharest due to a smoke incident.

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