Monthly Archive for March, 2019

New Hampshire Bride and Groom – March 2019

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Download New Hampshire Bride and Groom - March 2019Wedding bands to fit every personality

It’s one of the toughest decisions for any bride and groom — and, no, we don’t mean where to seat feuding relatives at the wedding reception. We’re talking wedding bands, symbols of eternal love, and the most important pieces of jewelry a man and woman will ever own. In the search for the perfect wedding bands, many couples turn to platinum to…

Wedding gifts for grooms: A tradition brides shouldn’t ignore

The answer is: Yes, it’s expected. But it’s also a chance for all you brides out there to truly show you know that not everything is about you on your wedding day. That there really is another person involved (that would be the groom) who deserves a bit of recognition…

Tips for planning your wedding photos like a pro

Prepare yourself so that you can accur-ately evaluate the “right” photographer for you. “The best photographer will take the time to build a rapport with you and use his or her experience and creativity to capture the mood, personality, ambiance and even the geography of your wedding…

Marrying households: 7 savvy moving tips for newlyweds

If you’re planning a wedding or you’ve just tied the knot, congratulations! Getting ready to start the next chapter of your life with the one you love can be an exciting time, filled with anticipation about your future together. That said, combining two households can take considerable planning and preparation, especially if both parties own…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 28, 2019 in New Hampshire Bride and Groom. Closed

The Messenger – March 29, 2019

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Download The Messenger - March 29, 2019 (pdf)Newport’s “Voices That Care” contest supports veterans

Sullivan County Cares was formed four years ago to raise money to forward care packages to soldiers overseas. In four years Sullivan County Cares has assembled 891 packages, which are sent each July. Their largest fundraiser is a singing competition held annually at the Newport Opera House. “The Voices That Care” competition will be…

Antrim teen indicted on two additional felony charges

Anthony Wheeler, 19, the Antrim teenager accused of posting a social media threat that closed the ConVal Schools last November has been indicted on two additional felony-level charges. Wheeler was indicted on charges of reckless conduct and …

K-9 Fanto of Hillsboro Police retires

The Hillsboro Police Department said goodbye to retired K-9 Fanto. Fanto served Hillsboro and the surrounding communities from 2009-2015. From locating lost individuals, to removing deadly narcotics from our neighborhoods, Fanto frequently displayed his attributes and loyalty…

Hillsboro-Deering Kindergarten & Pre-School Registrations

Hillsboro-Deering Elementary School will conduct kindergarten registration for the 2019-2020 school year Monday, April 1st through Friday, April 5th, in the school’s main lobby. Children who reside in the towns of Hillsboro, Deering or Windsor and who will be five years of age on or before…

Goffstown Police frustrated with release of a repeat offender on $0 bail

Goffstown Police are frustrated over the release of a repeat criminal offender on $0 bail following an early morning altercation with multiple officers. Matthew Gedney, 36, was arrested by local police early Tuesday morning after they said a patrol officer observed him dressed in dark clothing and acting suspiciously in the area of…

Only minor injuries from Peterborough crash

Brian Wall, Deputy Chief of the Peterborough Fire Department reported that police, fire and ambulance workers responded to a two-car crash on Route 202 at Scott Mitchell Road last Saturday. One person was taken to Monadnock Community Hospital with minor injuries. Police reports indicate that Audrey Sieswerda, 16, of Peterborough was…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 28, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – March 22, 2019

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Download The Messenger - March 22, 2019 (pdf)Tilton Main Street launches Business Incubation Program

The newly formed Tilton Main Street Committee has launched a Business Incubation Program. The Tilton Main Street Committee was established last spring in an effort to improve the downtown community. By taking advantage of empty storefronts, the incubator program — alternatively known as a business accelerator — will offer space for…

Petitioned, non-binding article on ATVs stirs debate in Henniker

A non-binding, warrant article submitted by petition generated the most discussion during Henniker’s 5 hour Town Meeting on Saturday. Grace Cohen submitted the petition that led to the warrant article. It asked if Henniker residents favored continuing use of town roads by ATVs. After a motion to amend “Continuing” to Discontinuing” was made, discussed and…

Lions turn Arvanetaki donation into clothes

At the annual Charity Yard Sale conducted by Stella and George Arvanetaki of Hillsboro, in July 2018, a cashier’s check in the amount of $1215.00 was presented to the Hillsboro Lions Club. The donation was used by the Head, Hands, and Feet Committee that works with…

Small earthquake reported in Contoocook

Seismology experts confirmed an earthquake with a magnitude of 2.4 was reported at 9:23 p.m. by the Weston (Mass) Observatory in Contoocook village. Dozens of residents reported hearing and feeling the event miles apart from Concord north to Webster and east to Canterbury, Boscawen and Loudon. The area has seen a spate of…

Hillsboro-Deering Middle School DECA excels at state conference

The New Hampshire DECA 6th Annual Middle School Career Development Conference was held Thursday, March 14 at New England College. DECA welcomed over 40 competitors from several middle schools across the state. New Hampshire DECA hosted competitive events in the areas of Sports and Entertainment Marketing, Quick Serve Restaurant Management, and…

Warner man arrested for wrongful voting

Douglas Carl Smith Jr., 30, of Warner has been charged with voting in two different town elections on the same day last year. He was arrested on three counts of wrongful voting. Matthew Broadhead, an assistant attorney general in the election law unit, said Smith voted in both…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 21, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – March 15, 2019

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Download The Messenger - March 15, 2019 (pdf)Hillsborough Mini Meeting

Hillsborough’s Town Meeting began at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday evening and by 8:45 residents were leaving to return home. During that time voters managed to approve the proposed $7,609,842.00 operating budget and another $1,587,804.00 to fund the Sewer and…

ConVal School District files lawsuit against the State of NH

The Contoocook Valley School District filed a lawsuit against the state on Wednesday, claiming the state is in violation of a Supreme Court decision on adequate funding. “The ConVal School Board has not taken this step lightly, it is time for the State to…

Gangel requests recount in Hopkinton Town Clerk election

Chuck Gangel, Hopkinton’s town clerk since 2012, has requested a recount of Tuesday’s election results. Former assistant town clerk Carol Harless unseated Gangel by nine votes. A recount is scheduled for Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Harless tallied 469 votes, edging Gangel’s 460 out of 1,324 votes cast, a 1% margin. Amy O’Briento…

Newport man escapes fire after his pet cat wakes him up

New Hampshire Union Leader Officials say a Newport man was able to safely evacuate his burning home after he was woken up by his pet cat early Sunday. The two-alarm blaze rendered the structure a total loss, but both the man and his pet cat were…

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Division I – First team: Kelly Walsh, junior, Goffstown; Honorable mention: Livi Brannen, junior, Goffstown. Division II – First team: Chelsea Woodsum, junior, John Stark; Second team: Lindsey Carey, senior, ConVal; Honorable mention: Autumn Nelson, senior, John Stark; Meg Roy, senior, Kearsarge; Lauren Goyette, senior, Bow…

BOYS BASKETBALL

Division II Quarterfinals – Kearsarge upsets top seeded Oyster River. #9 Kearsarge 50, # 1 Oyster River 49: Key players: Kearsarge – Noah Tremblay (21 points), Adrian McCarthy (9 points, 10 rebounds), Nick LeBlanc (8 points), Ben Carl (6 points), Kyle Hernon (4 points, 2 blocks), Tyler Sidmore (6 points, block), Emerson Tyler (defense), Jak Jallah (defense). Adrian McCarthy drilled the game-winning 3-pointer from the top of the key with 0.5 seconds left to stun the top-seeded Bobcats on their home floor. Kearsarge had trailed after each of the first three quarters, but the Cougars outscored Oyster River, 17-12, down the stretch thanks to several key shots…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 14, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – March 8, 2019

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Download The Messenger - March 8, 2019 (pdf)Three injured in Henniker accident on Route 202

Last Thursday about 4:40 pm a motor vehicle accident occurred on Route 202 & 9 in Henniker. The accident occurred about 1/2 mile west of the intersection of Foster Hill Road. A Ford F150 pickup operated by 65 year old Michael Smith of Sebago, Maine was traveling westbound on Route 202 & 9 when it crossed the center line and struck the guardrail on the eastbound side. The vehicle was…

SWAT Team arrests Sunapee man after 9 hour standoff

A Sunapee man held police at a standoff for nearly 9 hours on Saturday morning. Sunapee Police say they responded to a Lower Main Street residence shortly after 3:00 AM after an intoxicated 25-year-old Joshua Stiller discharged a handgun in the barn at the residence. Sunapee and State Police set up a…

Newport victim falls prey to telephone scam

The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office has learned of a telephone scam that occurred over the weekend in which a number of residents were contacted. At least one Newport resident was victimized for $2,800. The victim reported that the caller whose caller ID showed the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department was contacted by a male who identified himself as a current deputy from the sheriff’s office, who explained that there were warrants out for their arrest for failing to…

Six local businesses agree to sponsor Harlem Superstars

Recognizing the community service efforts of the Hillsboro Lions Club six area businesses are supoting its endecors. Amadio Insurance, Bank of New Hampshire, Edmunds Ace Hardware, Hillsboro Ford, Pat Nash Realty and Granite State Telephone have signed on as sponsors of the…

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Division II Quarterfinals. #5 John Stark 71, #4 Bishop Brady 56: John Stark erased a six-point halftime deficit by outscoring the Giants, 22-10, in the third quarter and iced the game at the free-throw line in the final frame en route to a 71-56 victory over No. 4 Bishop Brady…

BOYS BASKETBALL

Division III Quarterfinals. #1 Stark/Hopkinton 8, #8 Kennett 3: The General Hawks experimented with a new line combination during the final games of the regular season, putting Paul Molnar, Brett Patnode and Nolan Sauer together. The experiment appears to be a success as that trio scored five goals on Saturday…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 7, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

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