NH's ports director cleared of wrongdoing, but will have additional training

By: Todd Bookman

Outlets: NHPR

Published: July 28, 2026

Words: 412

Last Updated: 6 days, 5 hours ago


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An outside investigation into alleged misconduct by the head of the New Hampshire Division of Ports and Harbors found no evidence of harassment or discrimination, but did recommend additional training and a greater human resources presence at the agency’s headquarters.

Richard Hartley, who took over the top position at the state port authority in 2025, was the subject of at least two complaints made in April, the Pease …

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