The towns of Salem and Hampstead will lead the first round of public hearings this week to discuss warrant articles and operating budgets ahead of annual town meetings in March.

SALEM, N.H. — The Town of Salem recently was named a Housing Champion among 18 other towns in the state recognized for its continued commitment to affordable, accessible and sustainable development.

On the west side of the Salem town square was a minor accident on January 2. Two Ford trucks collided while one was backing ...