Gas Prices & Politics: New Hampshire residents overwhelmingly blame President Trump for higher gas costs, according to a UNH Survey Center poll, as pump prices rise and consumer confidence dips. Lyme & Ticks: HHS rolled out a major federal Lyme disease and tick-borne illness push, including a New England-focused effort to reduce tick populations before they spread disease. PFAS & Water Safety: “Forever chemicals” remain widespread in drinking water and everyday products; Dartmouth researchers say nearly everyone has PFAS in their blood, while reporting highlights practical ways to cut exposure. Housing & Local Growth: Portsmouth faces fresh calls to reassess its direction and development priorities, with critics pointing to affordability gaps and strain on city services. Waste & Recycling: NH’s new disposal surcharge brought in more than $1.2M in Q1, and the state is steering funds toward staffing and future organics and recycling projects. Business & Community: A new vacation rental brand (First Chair Destinations) is expanding into New Hampshire, while Unitil employees delivered handmade spring cards to nursing home residents across NH and neighboring states. Public Health: The Red Cross is urging scheduled blood donations ahead of a summer surge in injuries. Energy Grid Oversight: New England states urged FERC to reform how utilities review “asset condition” transmission projects, spotlighting Eversource’s NH-related work.