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Hi Concord, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: 100 mph speeding penalties, a vehicle inspections ruling, and the Three Italian Tenors + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

From today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz: Many New Hampshire drivers end up paying higher auto insurance premiums because they don’t shop around enough. The same driver with the same car can get wildly different quotes from different insurers, so it truly pays to compare. Their free tool makes it easy.*

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Clean Air Act implications: Judge Landya McCafferty rejected New Hampshire’s bid to pause her order keeping vehicle inspections, a setback after the state suspended the program in February, leaving Concord drivers awaiting clarity — get all the details.

Crackdown on extreme speeding: New Hampshire safety officials are reminding drivers statewide that new 100 mph speeding penalties are in effect, including a 90-day license suspension and at least $750 for first-time offenders — learn what penalties now apply.

Power supplier under scrutiny: Bow voted to leave New Hampshire’s Community Power Coalition after rate hikes, shifting residents back to utility rates, while the coalition lost $8 million and parted with its CEO — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Hunt bargains at Concord’s indoor yard sale
• Celebrate Love Song’s authorless launch party
• Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day in Concord

💎 This week’s top finds

Local stage, big heart: Whether you’re after a laid-back night or ready to dive in, Community Players of Concord, NH keeps things lively with homegrown shows, free workshops, and chances to help backstage. Perfect for a midweek lift… a comfy seat, good company, and maybe the theatre bug.

Where strolls feel easy: When your brain needs a midweek reboot, White Park comes through with leafy paths, pond views, lively playgrounds, and wide-open lawns to simply breathe. Bring a coffee, loop the trails, let your shoulders drop… and return feeling newly refreshed.

Classic steamed dogs, folks: In Concord for over 45 years, Puppy Love Hot Dogs serves simple, no-fuss steamed dogs on soft, squishy buns with nostalgic fixings. When lunch needs to hit the spot without overthinking, this old-school spot delivers comfort, speed, and the kind of flavor you grew up with.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →

Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →

Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →

📆 Sneak peek at next week

Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →

All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🎶 The Three Italian Tenors @ Capitol Center for the Arts | Wednesday (3/18) at 7:00 PM – Direct from Rome, three Italian tenors bring Italia Musica Amore, a lush salute to Pavarotti, Bocelli, and the grand tradition of Italian song and aria. Expect goosebumps, soaring high notes, and just enough drama to justify a second glass of wine, no passport required.

🍁 NH Maple Weekend 2026 @ Ice Mountain Maple (Boscawen) | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Head to Boscawen for Maple Weekend with Ice Mountain Maple, the sweetest way to pretend this counts as grocery shopping. Wander the sugar house, breathe the steam, and taste syrup, candy, fudge, cream, maple coffee, and more. Spring, with perks.

♀ Women’s Day Expo @ Everett Arena | Saturday (3/21) at 10:30 AM – Women’s Day Expo is popping up with smart talks, local makers, and a little pampering, because yes, we’ve earned it. Bring your curiosity, your comfy shoes, and that friend who always finds the best booths. Think wellness, networking, and shopping without the mall chaos.

🎗 World Down Syndrome Day Celebration @ Boys & Girls Club of Greater Concord – Bradley Street Clubhouse | Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 PM – Circle 3.21 in Concord for World Down Syndrome Day, a free celebration with food, activities for all ages, and raffles. Wear your boldly mismatched socks, bring the kids or the curmudgeon next door, and remember why this town still feels like a village.

🎨 Spring Art Pop-Up Show @ Kimball Jenkins | Saturday (3/21) at 1:00 PM – If your walls, or your brain, need a spring refresh, head to the pop-up art show at Kimball Jenkins in Concord. Fresh New England work, artist talks rolling all afternoon, and community vendors outside. It’s free, pre-register, and crafty locals can apply to vend.

☘ St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef & Cabbage and Pound Auction @ Bektash Shrine Center | Saturday (3/21) at 5:00 PM – Skip the green beer and come for the real deal: corned beef, cabbage, and a delightfully chaotic pound auction. Bid on wrapped one-pound mysteries, hope for cookies, brace for canned beets, then swap stories with neighbors, and call it an actually good St. Patrick’s Day.

🎷 2026 CCMS Jazz Night Fundraiser @ CCMS Recital Hall | Saturday (3/21) at 5:30 PM – If you’re ready to trade small talk for smart swing, CCMS brings back the James Fernando Trio for its Jazz Night fundraiser, with table seating, a free reception, and proceeds to the Financial Aid Fund. Expect joyful Ellington nods, sharp originals, and blessedly normal volumes.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Concord report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 42°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 11%

Mostly cloudy, with a high near 42. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: A chance of snow between 1am and 4am, then rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 100%

Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 58. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 34. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

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