N.H. officials put kibosh on ice cream made from raw milk

PITTSFIELD, N.H. — The state of New Hampshire has put the kibosh a farm stand’s ice cream made from raw milk.

Jill Fudala said her ice cream made from goat milk and sold in cherry walnut, black raspberry and other flavors was a hit — until the state stepped in.

The Boston Globe reports that customers could pay on the honor system at her farm stand. That was before the state Department of Health and Human Services threatened to fine Fudala unless she stopped selling the ice cream. The department contends processed dairy products must be made with pasteurized milk.

State Rep. James Allard said he hopes to help Fudala return to her ice cream production. He’s exploring whether to submit a bill “to update the language” of the state law.

New Hampshire sheriff charged with drunken driving

TILTON, N.H. — A New Hampshire sheriff is facing a drunken driving charge.

WMUR-TV reported that Tilton police received a report that Merrimack County Sheriff Scott Hilliard was driving erratically, and the caller followed Hilliard’s vehicle into a restaurant parking lot where officers arrested Hilliard on Friday.

Hilliard, who was not on duty, was released on bail and will appear in court later this month.

He declined comment on Sunday, deferring to a statement by his attorney.

Defense attorney Jared Bedrick said in the statement that the sheriff cooperated with local law enforcement officers. He also said “critical evidence remains unanalyzed” and that there will be no further comment until the allegations have been reviewed.

Nearly $150K substance use disorder grant to help inmates

CONCORD — New Hampshire is getting a grant of nearly $150,000 to help with programs at correctional and detention facilities for those struggling with substance use disorder.

The Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program tries to help states reduce recidivism related to drug-related offenses.

New Hampshire’s congressional delegation announced the grant this week.

Sen. Maggie Hassan said she’s glad New Hampshire will receive additional federal funds to help treat those in jail and prison who are struggling with substance use disorders and assist with their re-entry.

— Wire reports