Protests outside Sununu home banned
Modified: 12/28/2020 8:48:02 PM
After several weeks of protests near the private home of New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, the town of Newfields has enacted an ordinance banning such gatherings outside private residences.
The ordinance, which was introduced by the Newfields Selectboard on Dec. 8, prohibits “any person to engage in picketing before or about the residence or dwelling of any individual in the Town of Newfields.” Violations are subject to a $100 fine.
The board, which includes Michael Sununu, the governor’s brother, passed the measure on Dec. 22.
Protestors began gathering on Gov. Sununu’s cul-de-sac in November after he imposed a statewide mask mandate in response to the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to waving signs, protestors used bullhorns to voice their opposition to the measure.