After six wonderful years serving in the New Hampshire State Senate, my time as your State Senator is coming to a close. While the results of this election were not what we had hoped for, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the trust you placed in...

It's the last Saturday before the election and I campaigned at the Bedford transfer station with our Governor and our slate of State Reps. From left to right we have Col. Pete Kujawski, Pat MacMonagle, Rep. Brian Labrie, Gov Kelly Ayotte, Rep. Kristin Noble, Matthew...

by Sentinel Staff Oct 9, 2026 N.H. Sen. Denise Ricciardi, who is campaigning for reelection, has no lack of proposals for next year’s session of the N.H. Legislature. Ricciardi, R-Bedford, says many of them have a common theme — reducing the financial strain on...

Here are the official press releases for these issues: Senator Denise Ricciardi (R-Bedford) filed legislation (LSR 2027-0272) to increase the share of the Meals and Rooms Tax to help keep our communities strong and give local taxpayers more relief. Senator Denise...

I had a great time at Bedford’s annual Safety Complex open house! It was a great opportunity to connect with the people who help keep our community safe. Thank you to everyone who organized the event, to Chiefs Douidi and Fraitzl, and to all...

When I was in New Boston on Saturday I discovered the most amazing tiny little coffee shop run by a Mom named Rachel. She was inspired to open it because her son has cancer. That’s where she got the name for “The Cure Cafe”. From their Facebook page: The Cure Café is...

New Hampshire observes Children's Environmental Health Day annually on the second Thursday of October (October 8, 2026), established officially by state statute (RSA 4:13-ee) to raise awareness about clean air, clean water, safe food, and healthy environments for...

I was pleased to attend and say a few words about Dan McDonald, retired chief of fire in New Boston, at the dedication ceremony of the new fire station named after him. Dan served 42 years with the New Boston Fire Department, including 23 years...

Senator Ricciardi spent the day at the Greenfield Oktoberfest. Pictured in the article is Senator Denise Ricciardi chatting with a volunteer at Greenfield Oktoberfest. Read more...