Special Olympics New Hampshire kicks off summer games in front of State House

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Hampshire took place in front of the State House on June 5, 2025 ahead of the games, to be held June 6-7. Nate Webb, of Concord, carried the torch. 

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Hampshire took place in front of the State House on June 5, 2025 ahead of the games, to be held June 6-7. Nate Webb, of Concord, carried the torch.  Charlotte Matherly—Monitor staff

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Hampshire took place in front of the State House on June 5, 2025 ahead of the games, to be held June 6-7. Nate Webb, of Concord, carried the torch.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Hampshire took place in front of the State House on June 5, 2025 ahead of the games, to be held June 6-7. Nate Webb, of Concord, carried the torch. Charlotte Matherly photos / Monitor staff

Published: 06-05-2025 4:09 PM

The 41st Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Hampshire concluded in front of the State House on Thursday afternoon, kicking off the State Summer Games happening at the University of New Hampshire in Durham on Friday and Saturday.

Since May 17, members of law enforcement throughout New Hampshire have been carrying the “Flame of Hope” across the state. On Thursday, the torch run came through from Manchester, Hillsborough and Franklin to finish in Concord with a celebration and cauldron-lighting featuring Special Olympics athletes and law enforcement officers.

In total, the Flame of Hope traveled more than 700 miles, lighting the way for Special Olympics athletes in New Hampshire while championing inclusion.

For more information, visit sonh.org.

Monitor staff

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