Monthly Archive for December, 2011

The Messenger – Dec. 30, 2011

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Download The Messenger - Dec. 30, 2011 (pdf)Newport supports Maple Manor grant

Mark Pitkin and Barbara Brill from Maple Manor met with the Newport Selectmen to ask for the Town’s support in applying for a community development block grant. Pitkin explained that they would like to…

Henniker considers town Recreation Director

Marc McMurphy of the Recreation Director Study Committee presented the Henniker Selectmen with a proposed warrant article which would establish the position of Recreation (Athletic) Director to oversee, coordinate and administer all of the sports activities now organized by…

Legion joins Wreaths Across America

Members of  Wilkens-Cloues-Bigelow-Pearson Post 39, and Auxiliary Unit 39, American Legion, Warner, participated in the nationwide Wreaths Across America program on Sunday, December 18, 2011.  This ceremony was also held in conjunction with the one at…

New London to leave highway job vacant

After talking with his entire staff, New London Public Works director Richard Lee informed the selectmen that he was proposing not filling the vacant position in his department at this time. This will save almost $35,000 on the rest of this year’s budget and about $60,000 in…

Hillsborough man arrested for drugs – twice

On December 11th, Goffstown police arrested Justin Cassidy, 21, of Hillsborough, for driving while intoxicated and possession of a controlled drug. Around 1:58 a.m., an officer spotted Cassidy’s vehicle stopped in the middle of the intersection of North Mast Street and High Street, where Cassidy was…

Warner approves extension of ATV road use

Paul Violette sent a letter to the Warner Selectmen requesting a 2-year extension on the ATV agreement. “The club feels that the initial period has gone very well, with no negative incidents or damages brought about by the use of these designated Class VI Roads by the club or…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 29, 2011 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – Dec. 23, 2011

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Download The Messenger - Dec. 23, 2011 (pdf)Fire destroys Washington garage & cars

Washington Fire Chief Brian Moser reports that a detached, two-car garage at 1166 Halfmoon Pond Road was destroyed along with two cars inside. Moser said the homeowner told him he stoked the wood stove inside the garage before leaving for breakfast Sunday morning and returned two hours later to find the building in flames…

Hillsboro Lions Club helps feed its needy neighbors

Once again, the Hillsboro Lions Club provided free Christmas Food Baskets to needy families in the area. This year’s baskets were filled with 10 cases each of peas, corn and green beans, 6 cases each of gravy and cranberry sauce, 400  lbs of potatoes, 300 lbs of onions, 144 lbs of carrots, 100 loaves of bread, 30 roasting chickens, and 59 turkeys…

Hopkinton restores teaching positions

Faced with declining enrollments and a poor economy, Hopkinton Superintendent Steve Chamberlin had prepared a budget which reduced eight teaching positions to half time, which many school board members anticipated supporting…

Hancock man arrested for theft of fuel & equipment

A Hancock man has been arrested and charged with stealing several thousand dollars in equipment and diesel fuel. According to Peterborough Police Capt. Ernie Belletete, Garrett Lobacki, 27, of Hancock turned himself in Saturday on a warrant charging him with four counts of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer…

Police Arrest eight time DWI offender

While on patrol on December 20th, Washington Police Chief Steven Marshall observed a male standing by a car on So. Main St. Marshall observed the man throw a beer bottle into the woods, then prepare himself to urinate on the edge of the roadway. After stopping to investigate Marshall identified the individual as…

New London’s Halloween burglar arrested

Richard Subocz of Manchester was recently arrested by Manchester Police for failing to register as a sex offender. New London Police have long suspected Subocz with the Halloween burglary at Clarke’s Hardware and four burglaries, or attempted burglaries, on Everett Park…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 22, 2011 in The Messenger. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – Dec. 2011

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Download Senior Lifestyles - Dec. 2011 (pdf)Eat, drink, be merry: Top holiday getaways for a foodie

Whether traveling far or near, here is a list of the top towns to get your eat on over the holidays: Northeast Bar Harbor, Maine: Peek out of the window of the bed and breakfast to watch snowflakes fall through the twinkling glow of a lighthouse. That’s the kind of enchanting holiday experience visitors will find in Maine. Festivals, sleigh rides and shopping can easily fill a day, but to fill that grumbling belly, Maine lobster is a must…

Recipe for a holiday delight:

• 234 pounds of homemade gingerbread

• 8.5 gallons of icing

• 37 pounds of candy

• 111 hours of planning, baking and constructing

• Lots of love and merriment

That’s what it takes to make the giant Gingerbread House that now occupies the lobby of Indian Head Resort. For the third year, Executive Chef Adam Parker and Pastry Chef Mike Ransom have combined their talents to create this festive holiday shanty…

Plan for home improvement throughout the year

If you’ve finished making your holiday gift list, don’t put the pen and paper away just yet. While the holidays take up a lot of attention right now, it’s also a great time to look a bit further into the future. With the new year just around the corner, planning for home improvement projects now can help you prioritize and budget…

Great tips for healthy skin, hair and nails

Here are tips to keep you healthy looking from head to toe. Protect your skin from the sun. Limit your risk of developing skin cancer by using sunscreen, wearing protective clothing and seeking shade when appropriate. Perform a skin self-exam. Examining your skin for suspicious moles and other lesions could save your life…

The Courville at Manchester receives deficiency-free survey

(Manchester, N.H.) The Courville at Manchester, one of four Courville Communities in southern New Hampshire, is proud to announce they have received a deficiency-free survey from the State of New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for a third consecutive year. The 82-bed facility is home to long-term care residents, assisted living residents, and many short-term stay residents who utilize the skilled rehabilitation services provided in-house…

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 15, 2011 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

The Messenger – Dec. 16, 2011

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Download The Messenger - Dec. 16, 2011 (pdf)Repairs needed at Cogswell Memorial School

The Henniker School District will soon be funding major repairs at the Cogswell Memorial School. At its December 7th meeting the board discussed a letter from the Fire Department requesting a firm timeline for repairs to the long closed entrance and exit facade. The board approved spending $10,000 for…

SAU #34 Board considers a flat budget

A record number of taxpayers filled the HDES Media Center Monday evening to attend the SAU #34 Budget Hearing. Faced with a proposed 3.1% budget increase, the message from those attending was a nearly unanimous -“NO”. One by one, taxpayers offered an impassioned plea to…

Jill Dumont is Young Farmer’s Chair

Jill Dumont of Contoocook, NH has been named Chair of the NH Farm Bureau Federation (NHFBF) Young Farmer Committee by NHFBF President Jeff Holmes. Dumont developed a love for horses and other animals while growing up in Antrim, NH. Dumont earned a bachelor’s degree in Equine Science from Lake Erie College in Ohio and returned to New Hampshire upon graduation in 2008…

Initial ConVal school budget is up 3%

The first draft of ConVal’s 2012-2013 School District budget shows an increase of about 3% over the current budget Much of the increase is allocated to rising fuel costs, the purchase of new curriculum materials paving the ConVal parking lot and infrastructure upgrades to the two middle schools…

Antrim to revisit proposed PILOT program

Town Administrator Galen Stearns informed the Antrim Selectmen that after the Public Hearing on Antrim Wind Energy’s PILOT (Payment In Lieu Of Taxes) proposal, he had spoken with the town’s attorney and representatives of the NH Department of Revenue Administration…

Laconia Savings bank warns of consumer scams

Laconia Savings Bank is warning consumers about the dangers of phishing scams. Phishing is a new twist on an old telemarketing scam that uses email. These criminals send emails to millions of people hoping that even a few will give away valuable personal information. To avoid becoming the victim of a phishing scam, Laconia Savings Bank offers the following tips:…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 15, 2011 in The Messenger. Closed

NH Home & Home Improvement – Dec. 2011

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement - Dec. 2011 (pdf)Smart ways to use credit when redecorating

When your redecorating project is done, you want everyone who sees it to think it looks like a million bucks. But woe to your wallet – and possibly your credit – if you overspend to achieve that look…

The ins and outs of worry-free home security

There are simple things you can do to help ensure that the right people can enter your home, and also deter those you want to keep out of your home. Here are some home security tips: Go keyless. Electronic locks provide keyless entry to a home using secure access codes, so there’s no more hiding of keys in places where the wrong person might find them…

Protect your landscaping during winter

You work hard on your lawn and landscaping during the spring and summer. Now it’s fall, and time to get ready for winter. You know the drill – move houseplants indoors, make sure your plants are well-watered before the ground freezes, clean up the beds and remove annuals, cut back perennials, put down mulch…

Make your home more energy efficient

After winter has arrived, you know what’s coming next – higher energy bills. To make sure that your home is as energy-efficient as possible, follow these tips. Insulate: To get the biggest bang for your buck according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, add insulation to your attic. If your insulation is at or below…

Escape with an at-home relaxation retreat

With tight schedules and even tighter budgets, it’s becoming more difficult for people to indulge in the luxury of a day spa visit or relaxing vacation. Recent studies show when it comes to life’s little luxuries, like that sliver of cheesecake, we can’t resist the urge to give ourselves a treat from time to time…

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 8, 2011 in Homefront - Quarterly Home & Garden Guide. Closed

The Messenger – December 9, 2011

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Download The Messenger - December 9, 2011 (pdf)Neighbor complains about noise levels at HHP

Tom Ensigner met with the Henniker selectmen to register his complaint about the noise coming from the nearby Henniker Hardwood Pallet (HHP). Ensigner said HHP often begins its operations at 4 AM and the noise from its forklifts, de-barker and chipper resonates into the Highland residential area, making it difficult to sleep…

Deering burglary and suspicious activity

Sometime between December 1 and the evening of December 3, an East Deering Road residence was burglarized and sustained damages to include the copper plumbing being removed, causing water damage to the finished basement area, as well as other minor structural damages from forced entry…

Proposed H-D School Budget up $1.4 million

With a proposed budget increase of $1.4 million and a default budget up nearly $500,000, the Hillsboro-Deering School Board has asked Superintendent Dr. Gary Murphy and Business Administrator Ernest Muserallo to prepare budget impact scenarios if the default budget was reduced by $250,000 or $500,000…

Icy road causes Newbury auto accident

Route 103 in Newbury was closed for more than 12 hours, after a car skidded off the road and hit a utility pole. Matt Parker, 38, and his wife, Heidi suffered non-life-threatening injuries, according to the Newbury Police Department. Newbury Officer Bradley Wheeler reports that the pole was broken in half, and the top half with the wires was leaning across 103, making it impassable…

Two Antrim residents sent to the hospital

Two separate auto accidents sent a pair of Antrim residents to the hospital over the weekend. Keene Police reports indicate that Warren Wilber, 50, of Antrim fell asleep while driving on Route 9 near Sullivan Road Friday evening, when his vehicle drifted off the road and rolled over…

Kearsarge hoop legend to lead Lakers

Former Kearsarge girls’ basketball coach Ed Tenney will lead the Sunapee boys’ team this season, replacing Tim LaTorra who leaves to become assistant men’s coach at New England College. Tenney coached the Cougar girls for 18 seasons, appearing in five championship games and winning two…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 8, 2011 in The Messenger. Closed

In New Hampshire – December 2011

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Download In New Hampshire - December 2011 (pdf)Inn to Inn Cookie and Candy Tour

The popular Mt Washington Valley, NH inn to inn holiday cookie tour will offer holiday decorating ideas & trees, recipe cards, collectors ornaments, prizes plus plenty of sweet treats. “C” is not only for Christmas but also for cookies, candy, collectors’ ornaments and cards with recipes this holiday season in Mt. Washington Valley…

Christmas at Canterbury Shaker Village

Come ring in the season at Canterbury Shaker Village on Dec. 3 starting at 3 p.m. Stroll across the Village grounds amid hundreds of luminaries; enjoy horse drawn sleigh and wagon rides, a 19th Century Magic Show, and a Puppet Show; Musical Performances Showcase, enjoy hot cider while listening to musical entertainment; and shop at the Museum Store for unique, handmade gifts!…

Strawbery Banke Museum celebrates 31st Annual Candlelight Stroll

With nearly 7,000 visitors in attendance at last year’s event, Strawbery Banke Museum is gearing up to make its 31st annual Candlelight Stroll the best ever. The Stroll takes place December 4–5, 11–12, & 18–19 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm on Saturdays and 4:00 to 8:00pm on Sundays. The Stroll showcases 350 years of seasonal and holiday traditions against the backdrop of the Museum’s furnished historic houses. On these weekend evenings, the Museum grounds glow with hundreds of luminaria, the houses are adorned in period-appropriate holiday finery of live greens and dried flowers, and the scents and sounds of the season abound…

Famous Christmas Trees

The Blue Room Christmas Tree – Since 1966, members of the National Christmas Tree Association have presented the Christmas Tree that is displayed in the Blue Room of the White House. The honor each year to present a tree to the First Lady goes to the Grand Champion grower. Growers also often contribute Christmas Trees for display in the Oval Office and private residences. Click here for more information on the Blue Room Christmas Tree…

Making Christmas Magic at The Rocks Estate

BETHLEHEM, N.H. – Holiday magic and modern technology will mingle at The Rocks Estate this year to create wonderful Christmas memories. The Christmas tree farm, long a favorite holiday destination, strives to add creative twists to its repertoire each season…

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 1, 2011 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – December 2, 2011

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Download The Messenger - December 2, 2011 (pdf)Hopkinton Town Offices burglarized

Two weeks ago, the Hopkinton Town Clerk’s office was broken into and a small amount of money was taken. Selectman Chair, Jim O’Brien reports that on Nov. 14, someone broke into the office through a back door and stole what he characterized as an “unsubstantial” amount of cash…

Newbury rallies to aid sick firefighter

After three years of fighting the cancer with three brain surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation treatments, Newbury firefighter Chris Palmer’s tumor has returned. Doctors are considering a bone marrow transplant to help his immune system recover from aggressive chemotherapy. To help find a match, The Newbury Fire Department has organized a bone marrow registration drive and fundraiser on Dec. 3…

ConVal choral teacher chosen as NH President-Elect

ConVal High School’s Choral Teacher has been elected president-elect by the members of the N.H. Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association. Esther Ruth Holland Rhoades will serve two years as president-elect before assuming the presidency in July, 2013…

Great Brook students ask for “Toys For Tots”

During the holiday season, Great Brook students have been participating in an annual tradition – the canned food drive. Canned and packaged dry food items will be donated to the local food bank in Antrim and will help needy families stretch their food budgets…

Burglars hit Aubuchon Store in Warner

Burglars hit the Aubuchon’s Hardware in Warner sometime after closing on November 21st. Assistant Manager Dale Sandy found the front door damaged after having been forcefully opened when he arrived to open the store the following morning…

Bradford’s Police need sewer & water

The NH Department of Labor has notified the Town of Bradford it has 30 days to provide water & sewer functions to the trailer housing the Police Department…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 December 1, 2011 in The Messenger. Closed

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