LACONIA, N.H. —

A proposed tethered drone program is moving forward in Laconia.

Earlier this week, the city council approved a $133,000 grant for the program.

The grant will be funded by the state's Department of Safety.

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Laconia’s police chief says the drones would be used in emergencies and to monitor major events like motorcycle week.

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