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Suspects in 2020 killing of NH teen in his home have Mass. ties, officials say

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August 26, 2024

Suspects in 2020 killing of NH teen in his home have Mass. ties, officials say

Investigators on Monday revealed that four men who broke into a Rochester, New Hampshire home in 2020 and killed a 19-year-old have ties to Massachusetts, as they asked the public for information about the robbery and shooting.

Michael Kenneth Mowry III, of Rochester, was found fatally shot inside his bedroom at 64 Monroe Drive on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020. In a statement released Monday, New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella confirmed for the first time publicly that Mowry was the victim of a home invasion robbery carried out around 3 a.m. by four masked men.

A vehicle the men used to flee the scene was identified by investigators, who determined the men — who authorities did not publicly identify — have ties to the Haverhill and Merrimack Valley areas in Northeastern Massachusetts.

Aimee Lussier, Mowry’s mother, remembered him as a “generous and loving kid who cherished his family, especially his three younger brothers, who really looked up to him,” in a statement shared by Formella’s office.

“He was incredibly affectionate and gave the best hugs. When we told him we loved him, he always responded, ‘I love you more,’” Lussier said.

At the time of his death, Mowry had moved into his first apartment and had “everything to look forward to.” He loved playing baseball and was about to join the team at Great Bay Community College.

“Now, we will never see him play baseball or witness the adult he would have grown into,” Lussier said. “The agony of his murder has been unbearable, made even harder because we don’t know who did this or why.”

In his obituary, Mowry was remembered as a “brilliant and bright” young man.

“He valued and cherished time with his family, girlfriend, and friends,” the notice reads. “It was the little things in life that brought him the most joy and he lived life to the fullest every day.”

“He was a hilarious individual who made everyone around him laugh. Mikie would light up a room with his energy and humor,” it continues.

Other people living with Mowry at the time of the shooting have been interviewed by investigators and cooperated with law enforcement. They are not considered suspects, according to Formella’s office.

The shooting was reported at around 3:15 a.m. on Aug. 30, 2020, Formella’s office said. When officers arrived, they found Mowry dead.

An autopsy determined Mowry’s cause of death was a gunshot wound to the neck and that the manner of his death was a homicide.

Investigators are offering up to $1,000 for tips that lead to an arrest. Tips can be reported anonymously by calling 603-335-6500 or by texting TEXT4CASH to CRIMES (274637).

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NH National Guard activated in connection with Iran war

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March 6, 2026

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NH National Guard activated in connection with Iran war

The federal government has activated the New Hampshire National Guard’s 157th Air Refueling Wing in connection with the war with Iran.

“I’ve had a briefing myself, a classified briefing, but it’s really important on the messaging on this that we really coordinate with the Pentagon,” Gov. Kelly Ayotte told reporters during a press briefing following Wednesday’s Executive Council meeting.

Ayotte said she was unable to share additional details about the nature of the New Hampshire National Guard’s activity related to the conflict, including how many guard members have been activated or what role they are playing.

“We’re going to respect what messaging comes out of the Pentagon just to make sure that our men and women in uniform are fully protected and that we aren’t providing any information that could be used in a way that would be harmful to them,” Ayotte said.

In a statement Thursday, Ayotte said the unit had been deployed in late February to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of the operation.

Pease Air National Guard KC-46 Pegasus air refueling aircraft in June 2023.

Earlier this week, Pentagon officials confirmed that members of the Vermont National Guard were involved in attacks against Iran over the weekend, though our news partners at Vermont Public were not able to confirm additional details on the nature of the operation.

During the briefing with local reporters, Ayotte also stressed her support for servicemembers and those close to them.

“I have such respect for our men and women in uniform,” Ayotte said. “As you know, I come from a military family, and they have our full support, and we appreciate them and their families, and obviously anyone who is serving right now, and my thoughts and prayers go out to those who have lost someone that they love.”

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NH Senate Votes To Hike Turnpike Tolls for Out-of-State Vehicles

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March 5, 2026

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NH Senate Votes To Hike Turnpike Tolls for Out-of-State Vehicles

By PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org

CONCORD – While Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte has said she opposes increasing highway toll rates across the state, the Senate voted Thursday to increase rates for out-of-state license plate holders.

It now goes to the House for consideration.

This would be a $1 increase for those who have out of state plates going through the tolls at Hooksett, Hampton and Bedford for out-of-state plates, a 75 cent hike for those taking Hampton’s Exit 2 and on the Spaulding turnpike at Rochester, and a 50 cent hike for those taking the exit off I-93 to Hooksett.

An analysis in the bill shows that this would increase toll revenue by $53.3 million in fiscal year 2027 and go up each year to generate $81.4 million a year in 2036.

Senate Bill 627 passed on a voice vote with two Republicans, Senators Regina Birdsell of Hampstead and William Gannon of Sandown opposing.

Senator Mark E. McConkey, R-Freedom, moved to take the bill off the table and offered an amendment.
He said the last time there was a systemwide increase to the turnpike toll was 19 years ago.

“I am sure we could all agree the cost of operations…has continued to escalate when revenue is not rising with it,” and he noted that with an enterprise fund, the state can only spend what it takes in.

The state has just completed a 10-year highway plan and there was a $400 million shortfall in projects that could not be paid for under the current income.

McConkey said the measure would not increase tolls for New Hampshire drivers with a state license plate.

“Why don’t we ask our neighbors,” to pay a toll increase. “We are getting the best of all worlds,” by passing the bill, he said, including “protecting our residents” and having resources for improvements to the turnpike system.

Sen. Gannon, R-Sandown, asked McConkey if there are any studies on impacts near the border on businesses.

If implemented, McConkey said the state will be the 27th lowest in per mile cost still. McConkey said the bill would also increase from seven to 14 days the amount of time for those with NH license plates to pay for a toll adding there are other states that also have different rates for out-of-state users.

The Hampton toll cost would go from $2 to $3, while Hooksett and Bedford would rise from $1 to $2 for out-of-state plates.

New Hampshire currently has the lowest rate per mile among states with tolls roads.
The governor said she does not support a toll increase.