Dear Stratham Residents,
Please read below for news and notes from the Town of Stratham. In this edition:
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The Select Board
Michael Houghton, Chair Allison Knab, Vice-Chair Joe Anderson
Portions of town have been impacted by a surge of mosquito infestation. Please follow this link to the town's current policy. We are working closely with Dragon Mosquito to ensure all Municipal properties are effectively treated.
Governor Kelly Ayotte formally presented the Stratham Police Department with the Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (LEAC) certification at a ceremony on Monday, July 28, at the New Hampshire State House—making it the third police department in New Hampshire to achieve this distinction, and the first under the newly enacted law.
“This LEAC certification is not just a milestone for Stratham—it’s a clear reflection of the values we uphold as a state,” said Governor Ayotte. “The LEAC program represents New Hampshire’s commitment to excellence in law enforcement. I commend Chief Anthony King and the entire Stratham Police Department for meeting the highest standards and for their unwavering dedication to serving with integrity and professionalism.”
Governor Ayotte recently signed HB 777 into law a bill establishing the LEAC as a permanent state entity, strengthening New Hampshire’s commitment to professional standards, accountability, and community trust in policing. LEAC was originally established by executive order in 2022, but its new legislative foundation ensures the program’s long-term role in public safety policy.
Stratham now joins the Derry and Bow Police Departments as one of only three LEAC-certified agencies in New Hampshire. The certification process includes a comprehensive review of department policies, training, operations, and community interaction practices.
When registering your motor vehicle in person please ensure you have your registration or emailed renewal notice with you.
Under recently passed House Bill #2 (HB2) and beginning in January of 2026 there will be several state fee increases with regards to motor vehicle fees. Some of the anticipated increases are:
Watch the local newspapers and news stations for more information as we draw near the end of the year.
Soccer Registration
Youth Soccer Registration is open for the fall season! Details here. Registration here.
Scenic Cruise on Lake Sunapee
When: Friday, September 26th, from 9:45am-5pm
Cost: $145 for residents. $174.00 for non-residents.
Includes: Transportation via Coach bus, buffet lunch, boat ride, and bus driver's gratuity.
Click here for info!
Thursday Night Food Trucks at the Park
Food trucks will be at Stratham Hill Park from 4:00 - 8:00 pm every Thursday through August, weather permitting. Take a break from the kitchen, head over to the park and enjoy great food and entertainment.
We’re excited to share that the wildlife habitat project at Stratham Hill Park is coming along beautifully! The conservation seed mix is growing in nicely. Take a look at the fresh grass and emerging wildflowers in the latest progress photos.
This soft edging initiative helps create important microhabitats for local wildlife, supporting pollinators, birds, and other native species. Thanks to the raw compost from the Transfer Station and a bit of power rake magic, the area is well on its way to becoming a thriving, sustainable space for nature and our community to enjoy.
Stay tuned for more updates as the season continues to bloom!
Leading up to the Exeter UFO Festival and celebrating the 60th anniversary of “The Incident at Exeter,” the Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham has scheduled two special events. Both will explore the themes of extraterrestrials, UFO (unidentified flying objects), UAP (unidentified anomalous phenomena), alternate realities, and states of consciousness.
Strange Arrivals: From Podcast to Feature Film
Thursday, August 28 @ 6pm
First, author/podcaster Toby Ball of Durham, NH, will present his take on New Hampshire’s famous Betty and Barney Hill alien abduction story, which was the subject of season one of his Strange Arrivals podcast. Strange Arrivals is now in development as a feature film and is slated to star Demi Moore and Colman Domingo.
Film Screening: "What Are We: UFOs, Consciousness & You"
Friday, August 29 @ 6pm
Second, filmmaker and UFO-experiencer Carson Weatherby will host a film screening and discussion of his new documentary "What Are We: UFOs, Consciousness & You. The film, shot and produced in Portsmouth, NH, is approximately 40 minutes, leaving plenty of time for discussion and story-sharing.
Both events are free and open to all who wish to attend. Registration is available on the library’s website.
