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Former Youth Development Center employee Stephen Murphys sexual assault trial is set for a retrial, starting jury selection on April 18, 2027. The original trial ended in a hung jury, with Murphy found not guilty on three charges and the remaining five counts awaiting a new verdict. Both sides have new deadlines for sharing expert witness details between June and October of next year. The retrial keeps the focus on the alleged abuses at the center and survivors pursuit of justice.

A heated clash between New York Rangers and Boston Bruins fans turned violent at TD Garden, resulting in a sixty-six-year-old Bruins supporter being pushed down a flight of stairs by a forty-eight-year-old Rangers fan, Aaron Tucker. The incident occurred after a series of taunts and the victims aggressive behavior, including flipping off Tuckers wife. Tucker now faces assault and battery charges and will be arraigned in Boston court.

New Hampshire House Ways and Means Committee considers two bills targeting taxes on second homes and vacant properties. Representative Jonah Wheeler proposes a tax on high-value second homes to fund local communities, while Representative Rosemarie Rung raises concerns about unfair funding distribution. The debate highlights New Hampshires housing crisis and the balance between local revenue and statewide fairness.

Alexander Colbath faces new sexual assault charges in Concord, while Concord High School wrestlers dominate the competition. Residents oppose ICE detainment plans, and a felon is indicted for threats. New Hampshire tops health rankings, and Market Basket ranks as the second-best grocery chain. Firefighters from Salem and Londonderry aid in Manchester apartment fire. Expect blustery weather this week.