Monthly Archive for November, 2014

In New Hampshire – Dec. 2014

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Download In New Hampshire - Dec. 2014 (pfd)Monadnock Humane Society holds its 8th Annual Holiday Craft Fair

Monadnock Humane Society is holding its 8th annual craft fair – “Handcrafted for the Holidays” – in the MHS Guinane Training Center at 101 West Swanzey Road in Swanzey from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, December 6th, 2014. The “Handcrafted for the Holidays” Craft Fair has been a favorite event in the Monadnock Region and promises something for everyone. More than 50 local crafters and gift vendors will present their o 9 pm on Saturdays and 4 to 8 pm on Sundays. Candlelight Stroll is…

Holiday Happenings in Mt Washington Valley

Jingle your bells, go riding through the snow and light the trees along with communities throughout Mt Washington Valley, NH as we usher in the holidays. From ski resort openings to holiday shows and parades, the holidays are ushered in with plenty of good cheer in Mt Washington Valley, NH…

Trees for Troops 2014 is Under Way

Imagine a smiling group of U.S. troops gathered around a Christmas Tree that was grown on an American farm and express shipped to arrive fresh and green somewhere on the other side of the world, just in time for Christmas. Or, imagine a spouse and children sharing joyous memories of Christmas through the gift of free, real Christmas Tree while their family member is away serving our country. Trees for Troops® makes this vision a…

LeAnn Rimes: One Christmas at ROH Dec. 9

Country superstar LeAnn Rimes takes the stage at the Rochester Opera House on Tuesday, December 9 at 7:30 PM during her special One Christmas Holiday Tour. Rimes says that she “loves everything about the holidays” and looks forward to playing some of her favorite Christmas classics and sharing the “magic and joy of the season with fans in an intimate, cozy…

Family Gingerbread House Workshop at Children’s Museum

Decorating gingerbread houses – a holiday tradition that dates back to Germany in the 1800’s – is something today’s children still look forward to during the holiday season. The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire has been hosting an annual decorating workshop for more than a dozen years and will be offering four sessions on Saturday, December 13 to accommodate the number of families who want to participate. The one-hour sessions are held at…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 25, 2014 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – Nov. 28, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Nov. 28, 2014 (pdf)$3,000 worth of items stolen from Newport business

Two men were caught on camera stealing towing accessories, scrap metal and tools from a Newport business, according to authorities. Police said Bradley Kerns, 27, of Newport, and Henry Marrotte, 52, of Claremont, were arrested after stealing more than $3,000 worth of items from Patten’s Auto and…

Antrim Police urge caution after series of burglaries

Over the past two weeks the Antrim PD has taken 4 burglary reports and 1 attempted burglary report, and have been made aware of several other burglaries that have occurred in the surrounding towns. The suspects have used force to make entry into the…

Peterborough man injured in Greenfield

A Peterborough man was airlifted to a Massachusetts hospital Sunday, with head injuries, after his truck hit a tree on Old Greenfield Road and he was ejected from the vehicle. Police identified the man as Robert Slagg, 58, of Peterborough. Slagg was in…

Duncan Jenkins Trust sponsors Mexican artists at H-D Elementary

On November 14, Hillsborough-Deering Elementary School hosted visiting artists Gerardo Ortega and Gabriela Mena, a husband and wife team of folk artists from Santa Cruz de las Huertas, Mexico. Throughout the day groups of third grade students watched in awe as the artists shared the techniques used to create and paint their unique clay sculptures…

Hillsboro-Deering DECA qualifies for Conference

After a month of competing against other high schools in a global competition, one team of three students from Hillsboro-Deering High School qualified for the DECA (an association of marketing students) International Conference in April 2015 in Orlando, Florida. The team competed in Virtual Business Sports Management, and finished in second place in the North Atlantic Region of DECA to earn a qualifying spot in the finals. Only the top 2 per region qualify. The finals will consist of the top 16 teams…

Tigers’ Dream Season ends in a 20-6 loss in Championship Game

The clock struck 12:00, and the stagecoach turned back into a pumpkin, ending Newport’s dream season in a 20-6 loss to Campbell in the Division III Championship. The Tigers had three interceptions, fumbled twice and failed to cover a kick off on…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 25, 2014 in The Messenger. Closed

Christmas Shopping Guide – 2014

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide - 2014 (pdf)Ed Gerhard presents his Christmas Guitar Concert

GRAMMY® Award-winner Ed Gerhard presents his 32nd Annual Christmas Guitar Concert. A Portion of Proceeds to Benefit ACT ONE; Artists’ Collaborative Theatre of New England New Hampshire’s own GRAMMY® Award-winning guitarist Ed Gerhard will present his popular Annual Christmas Guitar Concert in its 32nd year on…

Santa’s Sleigh stops in Northern NH at Santa’s Village

Santa will travel more than 4,000 miles from the North Pole to Jefferson, NH to officially kick-off Christmastime festivities with his elves, reindeer, rides, light shows, and more beginning Saturday, Nov. 22 at Santa’s Village in Jefferson, NH. Christmastime at Santa’s Village will be open weekends from Nov. 22 through…

Great stocking stuffers for book lovers

Have some lit lovers in your life? Want to make stocking stuffers extra special for them this year? Here are a few great ideas: Personalized Bookmarks: Outfit bibliophiles with some cool new reading gear. Encourage them to scrap the scrap paper with a personalized bookmark. Consider cross stitching or engraving a message onto wood or metal…

Tips for choosing and preparing a Holiday Turkey

Whether it’s your first or fiftieth time, the stress of roasting the holiday bird is enough to ruffle anyone’s feathers. Set yourself up for success with two simple rules: stick to the basics and start with great quality meat. Delicious meat comes from animals raised the way nature …

A cut above the rest: How to make the perfect holiday cookie

Many of our fondest childhood memories consist of spending time with friends and family, baking delicious holiday cookies and eyeing the beautifully wrapped presents under the tree. Embrace nostalgia and create the perfect holiday cookie that tastes delicious and is easy to decorate. Instead of displaying a gingerbread house, cut sugar cookies using some snowman, tree and…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 20, 2014 in Holiday Guide. Closed

Holiday Guide – 2013

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Download Holiday Guide - 2013 (pdf)Strawbery Banke Museum Candlelight Stroll

“Once Upon a Winter’s Eve” Portsmouth, New Hampshire (October 16, 2013) – Strawbery Banke Museum celebrates “Once Upon a Winter’s Eve” during the 34th annual Candlelight Stroll, December 7-8, 14-15 and 21-22, 2013. The event takes place from 5 to 9 pm on Saturdays and 4 to 8 pm on Sundays. Candlelight Stroll is…

Christmas in Amherst Village; a tour of six historic houses

Christmas in Amherst Village: A Tour of Six Historic Houses, 10 am to 4 pm. This enchanting tour returns with six beautifully decorated historic houses. Varying in style, history and stature, the houses are decorated for Christmas by their homeowners and professional florists. Tickets are $30 in advance; $40 day of tour. A delicious lunch, which must be pre-ordered, will be prepared by…

Quick, simple holiday entertaining tricks

If you’ll be hosting holiday guests this year, you know there are plenty of preparations to be made. While the main course and the sleeping arrangements may require some additional thought, you don’t need to get bogged down in the decorations. Follow these tips to create a beautiful holiday motif in just a matter of…

A guide to artisanal wine and cheese pairings

Planning a get together with close friends or family this holiday season and fretting over what to serve? Regardless of theme or guest list, a delicious artisanal cheese and wine platter is a great way to start off any gathering. By following these simple guidelines, creating the perfect pairings can be one of the simplest things on your…

All That Glitters: Why you can’t go wrong giving gold jewelry

Gold has been an integral part of holiday traditions for centuries. The Magi carried gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh; golden gelt has been part of Hanukkah since the seventeenth century; and today “five golden rings” is more than a mere song lyric, they have come to symbolize all that we share with one another during this season. “Gold jewelry truly is the ultimate …

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 20, 2014 in Holiday Guide. Closed

The Messenger – Nov. 21, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Nov. 21, 2014 (pdf)Goffstown Fire Department seeks FEMA Grant

Fire Chief Richard O’Brien asked the Goffstown Selectmen for permission to apply for the 2014 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant that has recently become available. $300 million will be awarded to fire departments throughout the country. FEMA expects to award close to…

Help Hillsboro Lions Club feed our needy neighbors this Christmas

Messenger Publisher Leigh Bosse is pleased to announce that for the 20th consecutive year, The Messenger, in conjunction with the Hillsboro Lions Club, will be conducting its annual appeal to readers to fund the distribution of Christmas Food Baskets to needy families in the area…

Henniker School students build underwater Sea Perch robots

Earlier this fall, all eighth grade students at the Henniker Community School worked together in teams with teachers to build 22 Sea Perch ROVs. A SeaPerch is a remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) made from PVC pipe and other inexpensive, easy to obtain materials. On November 6, the students then traveled to the…

Goffstown crash severs power lines

A single vehicle crash into a utility pole on Mast Road Saturday afternoon injured the driver and knocked out electricity to part of town. At about 5:15 p.m., police received a report of the crash on Mast Road, in the area of the Villa Augustina School athletic fields. The driver, 41, crashed a 2012 Toyota pickup truck into a utility pole. The driver, whose identity will not be…

Doctor’s return sparks fear of Ebola virus in the Kearsarge area

A doctor from New Hampshire who traveled to Liberia to help fight Ebola will be returning to New London soon, which has raised concerns for many. NH’s top health officials held a meeting Monday night at Kearsarge Regional High School to offer information about Ebola and answer questions. School Board member, Allison Mastin, a mother of two, said she knows the returning doctor and also knows…

Capacity crowd at forum on Weare Police

A group of over 100 people filled the Weare Town Hall Wednesday night to discuss ongoing problems and possible solutions for the controversial police department. Although it has been more than a month since former police chief John Velleca resigned, the selectmen admitted they are no closer to finding…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 20, 2014 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – Nov. 14, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Nov. 14, 2014 (pdf)New home for Weare Vet

Army Staff Sgt. Matt DeWitt, formerly of Weare, received a hero’s welcome home Saturday, eleven years after he served in Iraq. He’s been back a long time, but now he has a brand new home in Hopkinton for his wife and two boys. DeWitt was badly wounded during…

Antrim Wind Energy wants PILOT Agreement amended

The Antrim Selectmen reviewed correspondence from three sources Monday evening that bear on the proposed wind turbine project on Tuttle Hill. Environmental and energy attorney Jeffrey Merrifield, an Antrim native and now summer resident urged the Board to consider two things. 1. Require the developer to provide sufficient bonding authority to pay for the cost of fully taking…

Bow Police make prostitution arrest

Bow Police have arrested two people on prostitution and drug charges after they were apprehended at the Hampton Inn in Bow on Sunday. Police responded to a third-floor unit in the hotel after being told of a young woman meeting numerous men in the…

245 Washington acres near Millen Pond preserved

The Society for the Protection of N.H. Forests and the Washington Conservation Commission have conserved a 245-acre forest above Millen Lake in Washington that provides recreational opportunities and excellent wildlife habitat. The Forest Society acquired the property from the MacNeil family, who sold the land for significantly below its market value so…

Girls Soccer

Lakers drop semi’s to eventual champ. #3 Derryfield 4 #2 Sunapee 1 Division IV Semifinals The Lakers lost to a hot shooting Derryfield team who went on to a decisive win in the Championship Game…

Boys Football

Tigers & Falcons advance Cougars lose. #1 Newport 34 #4 Mascoma 14 Division III Semifinals The top-seeded Tigers received 222 yards rushing and four touchdowns from Noah Wade in the Division III North Semifinals. Riley Cook added a 6-yard TD run for Newport, which will face second-seeded Gilford in the Division III North title game…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 13, 2014 in The Messenger. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – Nov. 2014

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Download Senior Lifestyles - Nov. 2014 (pdf)For older adults, regular exercise may stem aging effects

One out of every three adults over 65 years old falls each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And for older adults with dementia, the risk of falling is three times higher than those with no cognitive impairment, according to…

River cruising continues as travel’s hottest trend

Ask any travel agent, pick up a travel magazine or put the question to a travel expert, and you’ll learn that river cruising continues to be the hottest trend in travel. When something enjoys this kind of tremendous growth and popularity, you can be sure that…

The Polar Express Event of New England is coming

Preparations have commenced for for the 20th season of The Polar Express Event of New England®, the nation’s original Polar Express Event. The Polar Express is a magical journey which brings Chris Van Allsburg’s award winning book to life. This two-hour excursion includes a train ride to the North Pole, an enchanting walk to the North Pole Theater, visitors are greeted by a sea of cheering…

5 vital questions to ask your financial professional

When was the last time you met with a financial professional? Would you be more likely to keep those appointments if you knew some specific questions to ask? These meetings provide an important opportunity for you to ensure your strategy is still on track and ensure your family and finances are protected. You can get the most out of…

Timely solutions for getting ready for the holidays

The fun chaos of the holidays is right around the corner. Family gatherings to plan, delicious meals to prepare, gifts to find and purchase, and a house to decorate … the list goes on! With entertaining season approaching at warp speed, it’s time to get your home spruced up and looking like new. Your time is precious around the holiday season, so to help make the most of your days – and budget – try these easy solutions to…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 6, 2014 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

The Messenger – Nov. 7, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Nov. 7, 2014 (pdf)Quiram resigns at Goffstown Public Works Director

Carl Quiram, Goffstown’s Director of Public Works for the last 17 years presented his resignation to the selectmen last week. Quiram was instrumental in the construction of, and relocation to a new public works facility, the closure of the town landfill and the creation of the first…

Cause of fire in unoccupied Newport home called “suspicious”

A vacant 2 -story home on North Main Street went up in flames early Monday morning and fire officials believe the cause is suspicious. Several people called 911 just before 1:30 a.m. to report the fire at 118 North Main St. Heavy flames were shooting from the barn and…

Deering Police & Fire hosting Ebola talk

On Monday November 24th, 2014, at 7pm, the Deering Police Department, The Deering Police Cadets from Post 612, and the Deering Fire/Rescue are hosting an informational presentation by Deering Resident, Dr. Eric Simon, a Biology Professor at New England College, regarding Ebola. Dr. Simon has been providing this lecture to several groups recently, and…

Henniker Community School students help stock the Food Pantry

The 7/8th Grade Student Council at the Henniker Community School had a mission: they wanted to stock the shelves at the Henniker Food Pantry. They quickly gathered a plan and developed posters. They decided to collect a different high demand staple item each day— Monday, macaroni; Tuesday, tuna; Wednesday, wash day (personal care items); Toilet Paper Thursday; and Fruit Friday. They were now off and running and…

Girls Soccer

#2 Sunapee 2 #15 Lin-Wood 0 Division IV Preliminary Austin opened the scoring for the Lakers, and Katie Frederick tallied an insurance goal. #2 Sunapee 3 #7 Littleton 2 Division IV Semifinals Mary Grzanna opened the scoring and Taylor Usko added two goals to advance the defending champion Lakers to their fifth consecutive Final Four…

Boys Soccer

#1 Hopkinton 4 #5 Somersworth 1 Division III Semifinals A convincing win over Somersworth advances the Hawks to the Championship game with a chance to defend the title and claim their sixth since 2006. #1 Hopkinton 1 #8 Inter-Lakes 0 (PKs) Division III Quarterfinals Evan Schindewolf scored the game-winning goal in the ninth round of penalty kicks to send the top seeded Hawks to the semifinals…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 November 6, 2014 in The Messenger. Closed

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