Politics & Advocacy Reporter
Sofia Martinez is a junior from Houston, Texas, majoring in Government & Public Policy. A Latina with campaign experience, she brings strong opinions shaped by activism to her coverage of politics, equity, and accountability at Dartmouth and in the Upper Valley. Her writing is persuasive, bold, and focused on justice.
New Hampshire residents can expect a significant warm-up this week, with temperatures climbing into the 60s across much of the state, according to meteorological forecasts.
A growing coalition of Vermont families is advocating for a new housing model that would allow adults with developmental disabilities to live together with professional support, moving beyond the current limited options of staying with parents or entering foster care.
Dartmouth has earned a spot among the top 100 universities worldwide for patents granted in the United States, according to the National Academy of Inventors. The achievement marks the third consecutive year Dartmouth appears in the international ranking and the 10th year overall the university has made the list.
A controversial proposal to institute New Hampshire's first statewide income tax in exchange for dramatically reduced property taxes sparked fierce opposition from both parties Tuesday, though supporters argue the plan would provide relief to struggling homeowners.
Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George announced Thursday that her office will not prosecute 13 protesters who were cited for criminal trespass during a February 9 sit-in at a Williston office building housing federal immigration operations.
New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan described a recent meeting with federal officials about the 2026 midterm elections as routine, despite ongoing tensions between the state and federal government over voter information.
Vermont lawmakers are moving to establish regulations for large-scale data centers before the facilities arrive in the state, as developers have begun exploring opportunities in the region.
The Vermont Department for Children and Families has revised its foster parent licensing guidance as part of two legal settlements, removing requirements that prospective parents affirm LGBTQ+ youth gender identities before receiving licenses.
LPKF Laser & Electronics SE, a German technology company specializing in laser-based solutions, experienced a significant increase in short interest during January, according to trading data.
Samantha, a Franklin County transportation driver, has transformed her life through education while continuing to serve clients who depend on her for rides to medical appointments and essential errands.
Dartmouth's Board of Trustees formally endorsed the college's policies on institutional restraint and freedom of expression during its January 29-31 meeting in Hanover, while also reviewing plans to s...
Thayer School researchers develop neural implant that strengthens surrounding skull bone, potentially making brain surgery safer for patients with neurological conditions.