UFO/UAP Declassification: NHPR reports the Pentagon released newly declassified UFO files tied to a 1947 West Rindge incident, including MIT-linked study of “metallic fragments.” Wildlife Conservation: A Concord pine barrens land deal will expand habitat for the endangered Karner blue butterfly, with $575,000 approved and federal grant support. Public Health & Climate: A new study says solar storms can shift North American weather within hours, adding a fresh hazard for forecasting. Emergency Tech: INDIGITAL’s MEVO platform earned recognition for keeping 911 call handling running during major hurricanes, including Starlink-backed continuity. Finance Tech: Machias Savings Bank partners with Vikar Technologies to expand digital HELOC lending in Manchester. Science & Agriculture: UNH researchers are working to change how strawberries are grown and eaten, using new breeding efforts for NH conditions. Higher Ed Labor: UNH graduate employees and tenure-track faculty unions press for fair contracts as talks stall over pay. Health & Safety Costs: NH’s childcare workforce remains underpaid, worsening staffing shortages and reducing available care for families. Health Policy/Research: A tick-borne virus surge in New England—Powassan—gets fresh attention as cases rise and diagnosis remains difficult.