Monthly Archive for May, 2013

The Messenger – May 31, 2013

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Download The Messenger - May 31, 2013 (pdf)Warner Selectmen at odds with School Board over buses

The Warner Selectmen attended a recent School Board meeting and Select Board chair David Hartman said he was flabbergasted when the School Board Chairman, Dan Wolfe, recommended to him to come back to the School Board with a proposed change regarding…

Newbury’s Chris Palmer family benefit

The Town of Newbury is planning a special fundraiser for the family of dedicated volunteer firefighter Chris Palmer, who lost his battle with cancer in March. His dream of completing his family’s home has become a community project, with a little help from his friends. According to Newbury Town Administrator Dennis Pavlicek, Palmer had been working to…

No injuries reported in Newport mobile home fire

Bradford Road was blocked to traffic from Maple Street Extension on Monday as firefighters battled a blaze that started in a back room electrical outlet of a mobile home at…

No swimming at Elm Brook Park June 3-4

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close the swimming beach at Elm Brook Park on Monday, June 3rd and Tuesday, June 4th while portions of both Hopkinton Lake and Drew Lake are treated for the invasive variable milfoil plant. The Stumpfield Road Boat Launch off…

H-D DECA students raise $1,500 for Make-A-Wish

Hillsboro-Deering DECA’s Community Service Project for 2012-2013 was raising money for the Make-A-Wish organization. The idea for this community service project was presented to the DECA group through the efforts of the English teachers in the…

Reach the Peak Adventure Challenge set for Sept. 21

Plans are underway for the third annual Reach the Peak Adventure Challenge, Community Alliance’s largest fund raiser. Scheduled for Saturday September 21 at Arrowhead Recreation Area in Claremont the event promises to be bigger and better than ever…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 30, 2013 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 24, 2013

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Newport Selectmen say “Let there be light”

The Newport Selectmen have voted to replace the outdated light fixtures at the Recreation Center by participating in the Smart Start program offered by Public Service Company of New Hampshire. Recreation Director PJ Lovely estimated the new lights wall save nearly $120 each month or…

County Sheriff to review New London Police procedures

Merrmack County Sheriff Scott Hilliard and his Chief Deputy Craig Saltmarsh met with the New London Selectmen to offer their assistance during the transition at the Police Department. Town Administrator Kim Hallquist has requested Hilliard’s help in reviewing the department’s policies and procedures. The sheriff agreed that it was…

Rabid cat found and killed in Hillsboro

A suspicious cat was reported on May 20th in the neighborhood of Church and Brown Ave in Hillsboro. After attacking 3 individuals the cat was shot and brought to the State Public Health Lab for rabies testing. The cat tested…

Deering police warn of suspicious activity

A Deering resident had a very aggressive male subject at her door, attempting entry without her permission and not wanting to leave when asked, reportedly trying to get in to…

Two Henniker Community School students honored

Molly Glover and Isaiah Lovering, eighth grade students at The Henniker Community School, Henniker will receive the Middle Level Scholar Leader Award.  They will be honored at the Fourteenth Annual Scholar Leader Awards Banquet at…

At Home & In The Garden
Three ways to give your home’s curb appeal a boost

Homeowners only get one chance to make a first impression. That’s one chance to impress potential buyers, family, friends and neighbors with the first thing they see: your home’s exterior. From simple upgrades to meticulous landscaping projects and replacing an outdated roof, there are dozens of options to enhance the…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 23, 2013 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 17, 2013

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Download The Messenger - May 17, 2013 (pdf)Weare Police Chief resigns amid department turmoil

Weare Police Chief Gregory Begin has informed the selectmen of his retirement effective May 31st. Begin said his decision to retire is unrelated to…

Antrim Selectmen ask SEC to reconsider Antrim Wind denial

Tuesday’s continued hearing on Antrim Wind Energy’s offer of $40,000 in mitigation of any perceived visual impacts at Gregg Lake was nothing like the…

Planning Board asked ‘Is there a Wal*Mart in Deering’s future?’

Bob Fuller recently met with the Deering Planning Board to plant a seed. He feels there is an opportunity for economic growth in Deering; which is a bedroom community. Hillsborough killed the big box store opportunity of Walmart, but he feels that…

New Boston adopts Drug/Alcohol Policy

The New Boston Selectmen conducted a Public Hearing on a Revision of town’s DOT/CDL Drug and Alcohol Policy. On-Site Drug Testing of NE presented Administrator Peter Flynn and Road Agent Dick Perusse with a new policy where…

80th Annual NH Craftsmen Fair Aug. 3

The 80th Annual League of NH Craftsmen Fair will be open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, rain or shine, from August 3-11. Admission is $10 for adults; $8 for seniors, students, active duty military (with ID), and groups of 20 or more. Admission is free for…

NEC Gallery features the art of John Stark students

The Gallery at New England College presents a sampling of work by thirty emerging artists from all grade levels, from all art classes at John Stark Regional High School May 31 to June 14, 2013. This exhibit is being…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 16, 2013 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 10, 2013

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Download The Messenger - May 10, 2013 (pdf)Motorcycle Ride & Pig Roast for Robar scholarship

A motorcycle ride honoring the memory of Aaron Robar, 41, the Newport man who died last August after he and other riders were hit by a car on Route 12 in Westmoreland will kick off on Saturday at the Newport Moose Lodge. Robar’s family has organized the ride as a fundraiser to…

It’s official – SEC says “No” to Antrim Wind’s 10 turbine project

The NH Site Evaluation Committee has issued its final written decision on Antrim Wind Energy’s proposed 10-turbine, 30-megawatt project on Tuttle Hill and Willard Mountain. As expected, the SEC’s denial is based on the project’s negative visuaI impact on the town and surrounding communities. with this issuance of…

Henniker’s Memorial Day Celebration

To add to the celebratory nature of its Memorial Day observations, the town of Henniker will present a special concert by the Newmont Military Band at Town Hall, immediately following the parade and ceremonies on Monday, May 27and an afternoon of family friendly activities planned by…

Selectmen and School Board discuss Warner Fall Foliage options

Sean Bohman of the Warner Fall Foliage Committee briefed the Kearsarge Regional School Board on the electrical requirements for the festival, and distributed a drawing of the layout for Board review. PSNH will install a light at one end of the field that will remain…

Local artists featured at NEC Gallery

The Gallery at New England College presents the work of New England College seniors exhibiting painting, photography, prints graphic design, website design and mixed media installation from…

No injuries reported in Greenfield industrial fire

No one was injured in a fire at New England Forest products in Greenfield on Wednesday. The fire damaged the side of a dry kiln, but firefighters were able to…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 9, 2013 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 3, 2013

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Download The Messenger - May 3, 2013 (pdf)H-D’s Bradley Moore Male Athlete of Month

The NHIAA is pleased to recognize male and female Athletes of the Month, for their actions both on and off the field of play. They exemplify the ideals and values that are the cornerstone of school based athletics and are positive role models in their school and community. This month’s Male Student Athlete of The Month is…

Mount Sunapee Resort will soon get its day in court

It has taken six years, but a lawsuit filed by the operators of the Mount Sunapee ski area against the state will be tried soon. The Supreme Court has ruled that the ski area’s allegations of official misconduct and capricious dealing by the state were…

Colby-Sawyer student aids marathon bomb victim

Brittany Loring, of Cambridge, was critically injured at the Boston Marathon bombing. Boston Medical Center doctors told Loring she had a skull fracture from BB’s and shrapnel in her…

Deering man arrested on drug & firearm charges

On May 1st, Weare and Deering Police executed arrest and search warrants after an eight month joint drug investigation on an individual identified as: Robert “Burton” Johnson, 76, of Deering. Johnson was selling…

Antrim man arrested as habitual offender

Brandon Bernier, 21, of Antrim has been indicted as a habitual offender for operating an off-highway road vehicle under a suspended or revoked license. The offense is a felony, for which he could face a maximum of five years in jail. He was also indicted for…

Henniker Community School Sci Fi Film Festival

The Blob… When Worlds Collide… The Day the Earth Stood Still.. coming to the Henniker Community School this May and June. Disaster training you ask? No, it is a new way teacher Beth Spaulding hopes to offer students an opportunity to build friendships and…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 2, 2013 in The Messenger. Closed

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