LACONIA — Incumbent Robert Soucy hopes to retain his seat in Ward 2, but former state Rep. Gregg Hough thinks due to a lack of transparency, there are major changes needed, starting with bringing in new councilors, like himself.

Gregg Hough

Hough is a lifelong resident of Laconia, and is highly critical of his opponent and other members of city government.

Hough, who has degrees in education and business, is a former schoolteacher who has worked at the Laconia Post Office for the past two years. He also served one term in state Legislature, as a representative between 2020 and 2022.

Hough said there are many reasons why he decided to run, but mainly because Laconia is at a crossroads, and the future is in the hands of the voters.

A key aspect to him is transparency. When Hough was in

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