D.J. Bettencourt

Transparency can help keep health care prices in check as hospital mergers raise cost concerns, according to a panel of experts hosted by the N.H. Insurance Department.

Gov. Sununu's pick to be NH's insurance commissioner defended a resume marked by both ambition and scandal during his confirmation this week.

Bettencourt has long been active in New Hampshire politics and previously served as the governor's policy director.

The former top aide to Gov. Chris Sununu was arrested and charged following an incident in May.

D.J. Bettencourt has been involved in state and local politics for nearly two decades, including serving as a top aide to Gov. Sununu.

It's Town Meeting season across New Hampshire, and Gov. Chris Sununu is weighing in on at least one local race. Sununu has endorsed a top staffer in his…