Monthly Archive for February, 2012

In New Hampshire – March 2012

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Download In New Hampshire - March 2012 (pdf)New Hampshire Maple Weekend March 24 & 25

Over 60 sugar houses across the state will participate in this open house weekend. Visit a sugar house near you and learn how maple syrup is made and the modern methods used to carry on this ancient tradition. Enjoy free samples, horse- drawn rides, sugar on snow, pancake breakfasts and more! Fun for the whole family.

Water Countrys new Dr. Von Dark’s Tunnel of Terror

Water Country will unveil new in the 2012 season one of our biggest and best attractions yet …DR. VON DARK’S TUNNEL OF TERROR! This amazing new water “dark” ride is the first of its kind in New England and is one of only seven in the entire country. DR. VON DARK’S TUNNEL OF TERROR will offer thrill seekers and brave hearts the water ride of a lifetime…in complete and total darkness!…

ChocolateFest 2012

A deliciously fun festival on March 3 starting at 12 p.m. devoted to tasting Chocolate! Come taste the masterpieces of the region’s finest chocolatiers showing off their chocolate makings skills. Taste the chocolate and be the judge! Event Fee: $10 per person ages 5 and over.Colby – Sawyer College, Ware Campus Center, New London, NH. Phone: 603-526-6575. Website: www.lakesunapeenh.org…

Muddy Paw Sled Dogs to summit Mt Washington

As a kickoff awareness event and fundraiser for the new Non Profit – New Hampshire Sled Dog Rescue, History and Education Center (NHSDRHEC) – three dog teams will attempt to summit Mount Washington via the auto road between March 7th -9th (the most appropriate date based on weather conditions will be chosen). Sponsors will be sought for canine athletes and mushers. In an exciting twist, two guest seats will be auctioned for the once in a lifetime opportunity to accompany the teams to the summit…

So. New Hampshire ski resort gets first High Speed Quad Lift

The installation of the lift, along with a terrain expansion is planned at Crotched Mountain, NH for the 2012-2013 season. This 3 million dollar capital investment will happen on the 10 year anniversary of the reconstruction of the resort. We are very excited about the prospect of adding a detachable lift at CrotchedMountain. This lift will provide quick access to the summit, ultimately providing more value and vertical to our guests…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 23, 2012 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 24, 2012

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 24, 2012 (pdf)Missing Woman OK, Wanders away from Pats Peak

A 47-year-old woman who went missing from Pats Peak ski area Sunday afternoon, has been found safe. Melanie Quinton, of Belmont, MA, was found Monday after-noon, on Bear Hill Road in Hillsborough by Hillsborough EMT Bill McCrackin, and was taken to the hospital to be checked out. Quinton suffers from…

H-D High School expanding course curriculum

The Hillsboro-Deering School Board is considering offering two additional electives to the High School curriculum next year. A Civil Engineering and Architecture course would teach students about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture and apply their knowledge to…

Sunapee man killed in snowmobile accident

Jason Montambeault, 36, from Sunapee died when he crashed his snowmobile in the Piper Hill area of Stewartstown early Saturday morning. Fish and Game Department officers investigating the crash said speed and alcohol appear to be…

Bradford board hears citizens complaints

The Bradford Selectmen heard from two upset citizens at their February 14th meeting. John Belanger of West Road approached the Selectmen with the ongoing driveway issue and advised his garage is flooded. He supplied estimates to correct the problem, indicating the garage could be raised, the drain could be…

Hopkinton demands State pay $200,000

The Town of Hopkinton is considering a suit against the State of NH. When the state seized flood-control land from 18 New Hampshire towns in 1953, NH and Massachusetts officials promised annual compensation for the towns’ lost revenue. Last year, the payments stopped prompting Hopkinton to demand…

It will be expensive to fix the Pleasant Lake Dam

Jason Mclean, lead engineer with the Wright-Pierce firm briefed the New London selectmen on three options available to the town in light of the state’s classification of the Pleasant Lake Dam as “high-hazzard”…

Weinstein, Gidari & Goodwin honored

The gym again was filled at H-D High School for senior night honoring the senior players and families of the Hillcat boys basketball team: Kevin Gidari, Tyler Weinstein, and Alex Goodwin. Weinstein  had a very successful 4 years as the Hillcats point guard. Gidari didn’t start playing organized basketball until…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 23, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 17, 2012

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 17, 2012 (pdf)New Antrim PD

Article 9 on the Antrim Warrant asks voters to approve the sum of eighty-five thousand dollars for the purpose of plans, engineering, acquisition and construction of facilities for the Police Department. Although discussion of new facilities for…

Hillsborough Town Administrator under fire

The Hillsborough Selectmen are apparently embroiled in two grievance complaints against Town Administrator John Stetser. At the February 7th meeting, Code Enforcer Kelly Dearborn-Luce asked for a non-public session relating to her complaint regarding Stetser. Iris Campbell then asked if it had anything to do with the grievance filed by several other female employees and was told…

New Deering ambulance has $0 tax impact this year

At last week’s budget hearing, Selectmen J.P. Marzullo and John Greene voted to include a new ambulance on the warrant, over the objection of Chair Michelle Johnson. This week they decided how to pay for it. Town Administrator Craig Ohlson presented the board with several…

Forty minute chase ends in Hopkinton

James Klecka, 24, of Williston, Vt., has been arraigned on felony charges including reckless conduct, aggravated driving while under the influence and resisting arrest, by the New Hampshire State Police after a 40 minute, high speed chase down…

Peterborough man dies in plane crash

A retired Peterborough man died in a plane crash at Lebanon Municipal Airport Thursday. Paul Schlieben of MacDowell Road was flying his 2006 Cessna 182 Skylane fixed-wing single engine when he crashed near…

So what’s new? Hawks are Champs again

In what is fast becoming an annual tradition, the Hopkinton High School boys’ and girls’ Nordic teams were again crowned as Division IV Champions. For the girls, it was the eighth in a row. With 777 points they…

Boys’ Basketball

Conant 50 Hillsboro-Deering 20 The Orioles were flying too high and dominated the game. ConVal 54 Milford 40 Down 14-8 after one the Cougars recovered to trail only 27-26 at the break, and then took the third quarter 17-8. Harrison LeFlem scored 16, Taylor Doyle 15 and Jake Broom 11…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 16, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

NH Home & Home Improvement – Feb. 2012

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement - Feb. 2012 (pdf)Green Living: an efficient equation for today’s homeowners

Across the nation, both building professionals and consumers are embracing the idea of sustainable building practices. Green building brings together a vast array of practices and techniques to reduce and ultimately eliminate the impacts of buildings on the environment and human health. It often emphasizes taking advantage of renewable resources, such as…

Four easy ways to warm up your home decor

Color has an enormous effect on mood and it greatly influences the atmosphere of a room. Neutral and white walls can feel stark and cold during the winter months, so consider warming them up with rich hues like those found in…

Prepare now for a dream summer outdoor living space

Beat the winter blues by taking the first steps to create a summer backyard oasis. By preparing now, you’ll be ready to install – and enjoy – a dream deck once warmer weather arrives.The outdoor living experts at Trex recommend checking these outdoor projects off your “to-do” list early in the year. Create a distinctive design – Start thinking about the style, shape and color scheme of…

First Time Home Buyers: The Housing Market’s Key Players

First-time homebuyers, more than any other demographic, stand to benefit the most in today’s real estate market. In fact, a recent survey commissioned by Move.com reveals that 23 percent of adults plan to purchase a home in the next five years and that more than half of them (53.5 percent) will be first-time homebuyers.Consider that every time a renter buys a home, they make possible a chain reaction of…

Show your kitchen some love with a new countertop secret

Everyone loves granite for kitchen and bath countertops, but many homeowners find this option for adding value to their home, too pricey. When considering a kitchen update I found that granite typically costs $50 to $100 per square foot (including installation). Gail Turner, a top real estate agent in Chicago, agrees that, “While there’s nothing functionally wrong with laminate, it’s not what buyers are looking for. Her advice is to install granite countertops in your kitchen and bath if you really want to sell your home in this economy. So if you are looking for the beauty of granite without the price tag, consider…

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 16, 2012 in Homefront - Quarterly Home & Garden Guide. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – Feb. 2012

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Download Senior Lifestyles - Feb. 2012 (pdf)Tips for making your home senior friendly

More seniors than ever before are living healthy independent lives well into their golden years. And a vast majority want to remain in their homes as long as possible. By 2030, Americans 65 and older will make up 20 percent of the population. For those wishing to make aging-in-place easier, there are many simple ways to make a home more functional for…

Tips for seniors living on a fixed income

With retirement accounts and real estate values still recovering from the recession, and living costs on the rise, many retired seniors are struggling to pay their bills. According to the National Council on Aging, 20 million Americans, 60 years of age or older, are economically insecure…

Tips for taking control of your spending habits

No matter if your finances are a source of anxiety or if you live within your means, it’s always a good idea to periodically reevaluate the way you spend money. While credit cards give consumers the purchasing power they need to lead comfortable lives, they can also make irresponsible spending…

The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue concert on 3-10

Take a trip back in time, when cruising the strip, hanging out at the drive-in and cranking up the tunes on the jukebox were cool! The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue will take you for a rollicking rock n’ roll ride at the Rochester Opera House on Saturday, March 10 at 8:00 PM with the greatest Solid Gold hits of the Doo Wop era like In the Still of the Night…

5 tips for safe and healthy travels

Vacations should be a time of rest, relaxation and adventure. For too many travelers, they’re anything but. A double whammy of stress and anxiety on top of an already compromised immune system is a formula for disaster, sending many jet-setters home sick as dogs. Fortunately, a few essential items are all you need for a safe and healthy getaway…

Do travel web sites offer the best bargains?

Before Americans hop aboard planes, they go online. According to the U.S. Travel Association, the Internet was the nation’s top-ranking source of travel information in 2009. Between travel agency Web sites and search engines, Americans saw little reason to call travel agencies or airlines. But do travel Web sites really offer the best deals?…

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 9, 2012 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 10, 2012

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 10, 2012 (pdf)10-Turbine Antrim wind farm

The NH Site Evaluation Committee has acknowledged receipt of Antrim Wind Energy, LLC’s application for a 10-turbine wind farm on Tuttle Hill in Antrim. A series of public hearings will be held and the earliest the application could be approved would be…

Steve Smith is Newport’s Distinguished Citizen

About 130 guests packed the Newport Opera House last Thursday for the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Dinner Meeting. Between the social hour and a fantastic meal, catered by Country Kitchen, outgoing President Laura Jacobi conducted a short business meeting and election of officers including…

Weare man arrested in Dunbarton

Michael Hess, 62, of Boyce Road in Weare was arrested on Sunday and charged with stealing copper piping from Capital Well in Dunbarton. Police say they watched him disappear into the woods on Concord Stage Road in Dunbarton, near Capital Well and Old Hopkinton Road, and came out of the woods carrying a large…

Henniker Rescue has Autopulse CPR equipment

On Tuesday, the Henniker Rescue Squad took possession of its new Zoll AutoPulse Resuscitation Systems. The AutoPulse system is credited with reviving patients who would have never survived before. It replaces a person in giving CPR, and unlike a person, doesn’t tire after repeated procedures. Local donors contributed $8,000 to match an amount available from…

ConVal dominates Ocean Bowl again!

The ConVal Ocean Bowl team continued its domination of Nor’Easter Bowl competition by placing first in the academic contest for the eighth year in a row. This year a ConVal team also took second place, just as they did in 2009 when they went on to become the national champions. Over one hundred high school students…

Crotched Mt. gets High Speed Quad Lift

Peak Resorts announces the acquisition of the high speed detachable quad chairlift formally of Ascutney Mountain, VT.  The installation of the lift, along with a terrain expansion is planned at Crotched Mountain, for the 2012-2013 season. This 3 million dollar capital investment will happen…

Girls’ Basketball

Fall Mountain 49 Hillsboro-Deering 33 The game was close until the Cats surrendered an 8-2 fourth quarter spurt with four minutes left. Katie Kingsbury led H-D with 12 points….

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 9, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

Bridal Guide 2012

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Download Bridal Guide 2012 (pdf)How the royal wedding influenced the latest bridal trends

Although the latest Brides American Wedding Study shows the average cost of a wedding in 2010 was $26,501, a decrease of 5 percent from 2009, weddings continue to be big business. But many couples are opting to cut the guest list instead of big ticket items like wedding gowns. In fact, the average wedding gown cost $1,289 in 2010, a 20 percent increase over 2009, according to the study. This is no surprise to the millions who were glued to their television sets this past April during the most talked about wedding since the 1981 royal wedding of Lady Diana to Prince Charles….

Help make your dreams a reality with wedding insurance

Getting married is a dream. Who hasn’t fantasized about the dress, the jewelry, your dad walking you down the aisle, the music, the cake, the reception following the ceremony? Because people travel so much these days, weddings aren’t always local any more. Often couples are not able to travel to…

Engaged? Plan the perfect wedding registry

For recently engaged couples this is the time to get everything you ever wanted. Whether you’re starting from scratch, upgrading, expanding or replacing, the goal is to turn a whole bunch of mismatched mine and yours into a lifetime of ours. “There are so many details involved in making sure you get exactly what you need and want, but it doesn’t have to be…

Tips for the brides on a budget

Between the thrilling proposal and the pre-wedding whirlwind – setting the date, finding the perfect wedding dress, planning the honeymoon – weddings should feel joyous and romantic. But after the wedding, couples should enjoy their newly wedded bliss – not panic about digging themselves out of debt. According to the Association for Wedding Professionals International, the average wedding costs between…

A beautiful country inn for your wedding

Weddings at Dexter’s are truly memorable, special events. Dexter’s relative seclusion ensures the privacy and quiet, peaceful setting that are so important during such an event. Their ability to accommodate 50+ overnight guests allows your experience to extend beyond just the ceremony and reception to an entire weekend spent with your family and friends. The hilltop location, which features panoramic views…

Pre-wedding beauty tips for the bride

Here’s a complete pre-wedding beauty checklist. Lips: Get soft, kissable lips by brushing away flakes of dry skin with an infant toothbrush soaked in baking soda and water. Apply healing ointment, and in no time, your lips will be ready for that “kiss the bride” kiss….

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 8, 2012 in New Hampshire Bride and Groom. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 3, 2012

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 3, 2012 (pdf)Crash kills daughter

Steven Fay, 57, of Hillsborough has been indicted by a Massachusetts grand jury for involuntary manslaughter in relation to a plane crash that killed his daughter on New Year’s Day 2011. According to Assistant District Attorney Steven Gagne, Fay, with his daughter Jessica Malin as a passenger, was flying a fixed-wing, Cessna airplane without sufficient experience or…

Will Mark Christensen return as Newport Principal?

Suspended Newport Middle/High School Principal Mark Christensen was scheduled for trial in the Newport Circuit Court on Tuesday, January 25th. Christensen appeared before Judge Bruce Cardello and maintained his earlier plea of innocent and waived a reading of the complaint. He was charged with simple assault for grabbing a…

Greenfield company wins Canadian bid

American Steel & Precast Erectors of Greenfield has won a bid to build a six-level parking garage in St. John’s, Newfoundland. East Port Properties selected the local company, working in conjunction with Lindsay Construction, to build the parking garage that will…

Warner teen indicted on felony charge

Tiffany Robertson, 18, of Warner has been indicted by a Merrimack County grand jury on the felony charge of conduct after an accident. According to the indictment, Robertson failed to immediately stop after 16-year-old Jason Stiasny fell from…

Weare man wanted for sexual assault

Authorities are searching for a Weare man accused of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl. Gerald “Gerry” Wilson, 45, is wanted by the Manchester police on two counts of felonious sexual assault and one count of criminal threatening. The police say Wilson sexually assaulted…

Pair arrested for Christmas day burglary

Greenfield police have arrested a Jaffrey man and Greenfield woman on burglary charges in relation to two burglaries on Christmas day. Jesse Dennis, 27, of Jaffrey, and Ashleigh Starr, 26, of Greenfield, were arrested and charged with two counts of burglary. Giammarino stressed that Dennis and Starr were not involved with Manchester residents Thomas Bragdon and Scott Lefebvre, 48, who were arrested for burglaries committed in…

Boys’ Hockey

Hollis-Brookline 5 John Stark-Hopkinton 0, Connor McDonald played well with 23 saves. Somersworth 7 John Stark-Hopkinton 1, Connor McDonald made 28 saves and Alex Olson tallied the only goal…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 2, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

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