Phil Germain from Bennington carries a "No Orange" crown at the "No Kings" rally. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / Courtesy
Hundreds of people gathered across the Monadnock region on Saturday for coordinated “No Kings Day” rallies, including events in Peterborough, Jaffrey, Francestown and Rindge.
Town House to the intersection of routes 101 and 202 Saturday. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / Courtesy
The largest turnout was in Peterborough, where more than 700 people attended a rally and march from the Town House to the Grove Street and Route 101 intersection.
Musicians lead the Peterborough “No Kings” rally down Grove Street towards the Route 101 intersection. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / CourtesyProtestors march from Peterborough’s Town House to the Grove Street / Route 101 Intersection. Credit: TYLER DION / Ledger-Transcript
“While this isn’t our highest turnout, it’s still substantial,” rally organizer Francie Von Mertens said. The June 2025 protests netted just over 800.
Participants cited a range of concerns, including government accountability, civil liberties and national policy issues. Some attendees also emphasized the importance of maintaining civil dialogue among people with differing viewpoints.
Sisters Jo and Ra Eldredge carry Lady Liberty to show their support for the “No Kings” rally. Credit: TYLER DION / Ledger-Transcript
“I’m here to show that even though we see things differently, it’s possible to have civil discourse at a peaceful protest,” said Peterborough resident and MAGA supporter Adam White.
Hancock resident Tina Trudel said it’s important for citizens to speak out against corruption. “We have to push back and show it doesn’t have to be like this,” she said.
“Our freedoms are being eroded,” Carol Kraus added. “We’re losing freedom of the press and innocent people are being detained and expelled.”
In Jaffrey, 217 people gathered downtown, lining sidewalks with signs addressing issues such as war, immigration enforcement and federal spending.
Gary Penfield, Ginnie Notter of New Ipswich, Laurie Alden of Rindge, Mark Koyama of Turner’s Falls, hold signs on the Jaffrey corner. Credit: COURTESY
Chris Pappas, U.S. congressman and candidate for U.S. Senate, attended both the Jaffrey and Peterborough rallies.
Tom and Eleanor Ahlborn-Hsu of Jaffrey, Rory Lovett, Chris Pappas, Alan Davies and Dick Ames participate in Jaffrey’s No Kings protest on Saturday. Credit: COURTESY
More than 80 people attended Francestown’s first “No Kings Day” rally on the Town Common.
Organizer Cindy McGinnis, right, with a handmade sign. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-Transcript
“We were hoping for maybe 40 people, and we would have been thrilled with that, so the fact that we’re over 80 is just amazing,” said Cindy McGinnis, who planned the event with B.J. Carbee.
Stephen and Jan Griffin of Francestown. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptFrancestown resident Sean Radcliffe, right, held a sign showing his opinion of kings. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-Transcript
Participants in Francestown held signs and waved to passing motorists, with drivers responding by honking in support.
Peaceful protesters wave at passing vehicles in front of the Old Francestown Meetinghouse. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-Transcript
Additional participants gathered in Rindge at the intersection of Routes 119 and 202.
Ginnie Notter and Laurie Alden protest in Rindge. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / Courtesy
Across the region, organizers and participants described the rallies as peaceful, with residents turning out to express their views and engage with others in their communities.
Two New Boston residents joined the peaceful No Kings Day rally in Francestown. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptFrom left, Bonnie Arpin, Tim Coffin, Amy Coffin, and Robin Bullock. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptFrom left: Scott Carbee and organizers B.J. Carbee and Cindy McGinnis. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptFrancestown residents organized the town’s first “No Kings Day” protest on Saturday, March 28. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptA sign in the town common. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptProtester Sandi Von Scoyoc holds a sign on the Francestown common. Credit: JESSECA TIMMONS/Ledger-TranscriptPeterborough resident Adam White shows his support for Trump at the March 28 “No Kings” rally. Credit: TYLER DION / Ledger-TranscriptFrom left: UNH student Laura Phillips, Keene State student Ruthie Cassidy, and ConVal student Connor Thompson in Peterborough Saturday. Credit: TYLER DION / Ledger-Transcript“No Kings” protestors line the street at the Grove Street / Route 101 intersection in Peterborough. Credit: TYLER DION / Ledger-Transcript“No Kings” protestors line Route 101 leading into Peterborough. Credit: FRANK GORGA / CourtesyResidents from across the Monadnock region march to Route 101 from Grove Street at Peterborough’s “No Kings” rally. Credit: FRANK GORGA / CourtesyA Peterborough “No Kings” protestor shows their support for the U.S. Constitution. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / Courtesy“No Kings” protestors stand at the Grove Street / Route 101 intersection with signs in hand. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / CourtesySome protestors dressed got in costume for the “No Kings” rally. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / CourtesyOver 700 protestors at Peterborough’s “No Kings” rally exercise their right to assemble. Credit: FRANK GORGA / Courtesy“Speak up before it’s too late,” one “No Kings” protestor’s sign says. Credit: SARAH JORDAN / CourtesyOne protestor at Peterborough’s “No Kings” rally has a dream. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / CourtesyProtestors call for “Empathy” and “No Kings” among other grievances at Peterborough’s “No Kings” rally, March 28. Credit: FRANK GORGA / CourtesyA “No Kings” portestor holding a sign reading “Crown? Hard Pass!” speaks with Congressman Chris Pappas (right). Credit: COURTESYProtestors share their voice at Peterborough’s “No Kings” rally, March 28. Credit: TOM GARDNER / CourtesyAccording to one “No Kings” rally protestor, “Democracy dies in silence.” Credit: DON MACINTOSH / CourtesyCongressman Chris Pappas makes an appearance at Peterborough’s March 28 “No Kings” rally. Credit: DON MACINTOSH / CourtesyA “No Kings” protestor speaks with Chris Pappas (right). Credit: COURTESYTwo “No Kings” rally attendees speak with Chris Pappas (right). Credit: COURTESYCongressman Chris Pappas greets protestors at Peterborough’s “No Kings” rally. Credit: COURTESYJan Weeks, Laurel McKenzie, Vicki and Ken Prien, all Jaffrey, protest in Jaffrey. Credit: COURTESYSally Nichols and Margaret Dillon of Jaffrey and Pat Martin, of Rindge join the protest line. Credit: COURTESYSidewalks in Jaffrey lined with protestors on Saturday. Credit: COURTESYResidents line the four corners at the intersection of Route 119 and Route 202 in Rindge on Saturday. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / CourtesyTaylor Ratcliff protests in Rindge. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / CourtesyMarilyn Griska and Linda Dodge protest in Rindge. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / CourtesyRob Rubendall and Joe Desruisseaux protest in Rindge. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / CourtesyDeni Dickler waves an American flag during a No Kings protest in Rindge on Saturday. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / CourtesyLinda Dodge and Grace McGlynn stand on the corner of Route 119 and Route 202 in Rindge. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / CourtesyCathyMacKay and JoanneDeruisseaux stand together. Credit: JEFF DICKLER / Courtesy
