
By Dana Wormald | Editor
Good morning, New Hampshire. As we move toward September’s midpoint, here’s a look back at the past week of Bulletin coverage and commentary. Thank you for reading, and for supporting our work. — Dana

In the statewide U.S. Senate primaries, Democrats made up 58.53% of the total voters and Republicans 41.47%, an analysis by the Bulletin shows. (Photo by Will Steinfeld/New Hampshire Bulletin)
By Ethan DeWitt
Across the state, Democratic state primary voters outnumbered Republican voters, results from the Associated Press indicated Wednesday afternoon. In the statewide U.S. Senate primaries, Democrats made up 58.53% of the total voters and Republicans 41.47%, an analysis by the Bulletin shows.

Nicole Clegg, CEO of Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, speaks during a Sept. 3, 2026, event in Concord as Executive Council candidates Melanie Levesque (center) and Lisa Sheldon (right) look on. (Photo by William Skipworth/New Hampshire Bulletin)
By William Skipworth
After years of being stonewalled on state contracts by Republicans on the Executive Council, Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, via its affiliated PAC, is trying to boost a slate of Democratic council candidates more sympathetic to its cause.
By Maya Mitchell
For years, buildings of worship have been reliable places for families to find childcare. By providing faith-based teachings, access, or community, these programs with a limited presence in New Hampshire are giving families options for a different kind of care. But the programs face unique challenges, too.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Pappas and Sununu prevail in primaries, setting up expensive fight for U.S. Senate | Ethan DeWitt and Maya Mitchell
DiLorenzo secures GOP nomination in New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District | William Skipworth
From climate change to the economy to healthcare, NH voters seek solutions with their ballots | William Skipworth, Molly Rains, Maya Mitchell, and Ethan DeWitt
Frustrations, remorse and pain surface on 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks | Ashley Murray, Shalina Chatlani, Shauneen Miranda, and Ariana Figueroa
How the US House could overturn the midterm election results | Jennifer Shutt
How 9/11 changed the way America surveils its citizens | Amanda Watford, Stateline
Trump administration aims to exclude many noncitizens from the census | Ariana Figueroa
Trump’s Canadian trade war stirs up trouble for Republican candidates | Kevin Hardy, Stateline
Trump’s trade war with Canada escalates as new tariffs launch | Ashley Murray
Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics | Kevin Hardy, Stateline
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