See municipal election results for New Hampshire cities on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, including results for the contested mayoral races.

Sitting mayors in Manchester, Concord, Portsmouth, Keene and elsewhere were returned to office in Tuesday's elections.

Republicans tried to recruit former Gov. Chris Sununu but ended up with former Sen. John E. Sununu. Nevertheless, state Democrats are preparing for a tough race.

Granite State cities will choose new leaders and also consider a range of ballot questions, including whether to authorize “social districts,” where adults can purchase and consume alcohol in outdoor municipal spaces.

The incumbent mayor of one New Hampshire city already lost her bid for reelection this fall, and more might soon follow, as voters head to the polls.

New voting law in New Hampshire requires proof of citizenship, causing inconvenience and barriers for voters. Many were turned away on Election Day.

Seacoast New Hampshire cities Portsmouth, Dover, Rochester and Somersworth are electing mayors and more city leaders Nov. 4.

New Hampshire voters in Concord and Laconia approved ballot questions to allow for public drinking in designated social districts.

Thinking outside the box on homelessness, education Other than a few years here and there, Mary Mayo has lived in Concord, specifically in Ward 4, for her entire life. Mayo is among the many who see homelessness as the greatest challenge facing the city – and she’s not happy with what local leaders have done

This story was updated at 3:15 p.m. on Nov. 5 to reflect that a recount has been requested. Marc Tremblay, a former Republican state representative looking to return to the New Hampshire House, eked out a victory over Democrat Corinne Cascadden,

Ayotte also dipped into her unused gubernatorial campaign funds to pay for a billboard truck ad to drive around downtown Manhattan, seeking to lure business owners with a similar pitch.

Wind gusts could reach 35 mph on Tuesday — so candidates and their supporters may see campaign signs blowing around.