MANCHESTER, N.H.- Governor Kelly Ayotte says the Department of Homeland Security is moving on from plans for an immigrant detention facility in Merrimack.

The Governor made the announcement Tuesday in a post in social media in which she highlighted her talks with officials from the Department of the Homeland Security.

“I’m pleased to announce that the Department of Homeland Security will not move forward with the proposed ICE facility in Merrimack. During my trip to Washington last week, I had productive discussions with Secretary Kristi Noem. I thank her for hearing the concerns of the Town of Merrimack and for the continued cooperation between DHS and New Hampshire law enforcement to secure our northern border, keep dangerous criminals off our streets and ensure our communities are safe.”

The news comes as Gov. Ayotte faced criticism from folks on both sides on the isle for not being as vocal during the past two months during which residents held a number of protests against the proposed facility which was planned for 50 Robert Milligan Way.