Greater Nashua

MERRIMACK - Following discussions with U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Gov. Kelly Ayotte recently announced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement will not be moving forward with an immigration detention facility in town. “During my trip to Washington last week, I had productive discussions with Secretary Kristi Noem, and I’m pleased to announce that the Department of Homeland Security will not move forward with the proposed ICE facility in Merrimack,” said Ayotte. “I thank Secretary Noem for hearing the concerns of the town of Merrimack and for the continued cooperation between DHS and New Hampshire law enforcement to secure our northern border, keep dangerous criminals off our streets and ensure our communities are safe.” Noem said the Granite State continues to be a “strong partner” in protecting the northern border and preventing sanctuary ...