U.S. House 1st District: WMUR’s “Conversation with the Candidate” put Portsmouth-area candidates Anthony DiLorenzo (R) and Stefany Shaheen (D) on the spot, with DiLorenzo pressing on immigration, housing costs and spending, and Shaheen arguing healthcare funding isn’t a resources problem, backing Medicare for All, and calling for expanded heating assistance alongside renewable energy incentives. GOP Senate push: Sen. Rick Scott told reporters in Concord he’s not running for president in 2028, but he’s backing GOP efforts to flip a Senate seat in New Hampshire, calling it the party’s best 2026 pickup and pointing to Sununu’s name ID and Ayotte’s coattails. Polling & momentum: A “Survey Says” roundup highlights expert models and even some GOP-affiliated polling suggesting Democrats are positioned for a midterm “blue wave,” while Nate Silver warns expert ratings may be underestimating it. Energy costs: New Hampshire heating oil is expected to jump more than usual this winter, with the report tying the spike to the Iran war and noting new state rules aimed at more upfront pricing. Local governance: Hudson’s primary turnout and town clerk updates show election machinery gearing up for November, while a Bockes Road site plan in Hudson advanced despite local traffic and environmental concerns. Public life & controversy: The state travel office promoted a Yom Kippur event on its site featuring an anti-genocide group that defends “Palestine,” drawing attention to how state platforms handle sensitive dates and messaging.