Monthly Archive for May, 2019

The Messenger – May 31, 2019

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Download The Messenger - May 31, 2019 (pdf)Franklin Savings Bank’s 150th

Franklin Savings Bank will host a 150th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, June 29th in downtown Franklin. The event will begin with the FSB 150th 5K Run/Walk, in partnership with Millennium Running; a market day featuring local artisans, food and activities for all ages; followed by live performances by…

Plan NH Charette cites increased downtown parking as the key to revitalization

A large cross section of Hillsborough residents were joined by about a dozen volunteer architects, engineers, designers, and traffic experts from Plan NH, who spent two days observing, discussing and debating ways to revitalize Central Square…

Community Church of New Boston’s Choir at Carnegie Hall in NYC

Come on over to Molly’s Tavern in New Boston, NH on Sunday, June 16th from 1pm – 6pm for a community BBQ, to benefit the Community Church of New Boston’s Choir to help offset the cost of performing at Carnegie Hall in NYC this December. The choir, having been recently invited by Distinguished Concerts International NY to perform in…

Henniker students learn from cartoon artist

Henniker Community School students in grades 1 to 4 and grade 6 spent five days last week working with Henniker native and cartoonist Marek Bennett. Students learned the art of cartooning while each grade made a class book during his artist in residence. Marek Bennett also released his newest graphic novel, The Civil War Diary of…

GIRLS SOFTBALL

Goffstown 12, Bedford 7: Trailing 4-0 heading to the bottom of the second, Goffstown rallied back by putting up a six-spot in the frame. Twelve Grizzlies came to the plate. John Stark 9, Pelham 1: Izzy Nelson pitched a no-hitter for John Stark allowing one earned run and striking out 10. Lilli Stogner hit a three-run home run…

BOYS BASEBALL

Sunapee 3, Derryfield 1: In Cooperstown, NY, Darren Hulton fired seven innings of one-run ball, spreading around four hits and striking out six. Jordan Chappell led the Lakers’ offense with a 2-for-4 showing at the plate to go along with two RBIsFranklin 4, Winnisquam 3: The Bears took an early lead when Allard homered in the first inning, but Franklin rallied back in the fifth with four runs to go up, 4-1. Winnisquam battled back to pull within a run in the sixth, but fell short after stranding two runners on base in the seventh…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 30, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 24, 2019

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Download The Messenger - May 24, 2019 (pdf)10% Franklin teacher layoffs?

Franklin school administrators recently presented two budgets to the city council. One plan to spend $16.8 million was approved by the school board and a contingency plan to spend $14.3 million in order to stay under the city’s spending cap. The $2.5 million difference between the two proposals is staggering…

Plan NH Charette cites increased downtown parking as the key to revitalization

A large cross section of Hillsborough residents were joined by about a dozen volunteer architects, engineers, designers, and traffic experts from Plan NH, who spent two days observing, discussing and debating ways to revitalize Central Square…

The 2019 N.H. Summer Learning Challenge

The end is near. Of the academic year for New Hampshire schools, that is. But learning shouldn’t stop just because school is out. The New Hampshire Department of Education is launching its 2019 Summer Learning Challenge to help parents stop the summer slide. Building on a program begun last year, the 2019 Summer Learning Challenge includes…

H-D’s Alexander Ager named Artistic Director of the Kearsarge Chorale

Kearsarge Chorale, a community choral group affiliated with Colby-Sawyer College in New London, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexander Ager as its new Artistic Director. Ager, the K-8 music teacher at the Andover Elementary/Middle School, graduated from Hillsboro-Deering High School, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from…

SOFTBALL

Goffstown 9, Merrimack 6: Shannon Gifford belted a three run home run, the 20th of her career, to help Goffstown earn its second straight come-from-behind win. John Stark 12, Lebanon 0: Tyler Descoteau threw a complete game shutout with 5 K’s…

LACROSSE

ConVal 4, Hanover 1: Casey Jordan pitched his best game of the season, striking out 12 Hanover batters with two walks, a hit batter, three hits and an unearned run. Hopkinton 13, Campbell 5: Hopkinton responded in kind with a flurry of goals and made it 7-3 at half. The Hawks worked hard on clears and offense to maintain possession the rest of the way and hold their lead…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 23, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 17, 2019

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925 NEC graduates – Undergrad, Masters and Doctorate degrees conferred

Bright skies and a cool breeze welcomed attendees at New England College’s 72nd Commencement Exercises on Saturday. After bagpiper Eric Goodchild led the faculty and students to their seats, President Michele Perkins welcomed all to the festivities. Sarah Derian, the graduate studies speaker called NEC the perfect foundation to find opportunity. “While we have earned this degree today, we must not forget to look around for unexpected teachers,” she said. “They are all around us, all the time.” Meaghan Six, the undergraduate class speaker, reported that “New England College wasn’t…

Newport’s recovery could be a plan for Hillsborough’s

With Hillsborough’s Plan NH Charette scheduled this weekend, Newport native son Jay Lucas, spoke to a well attended breakfast meeting of the Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday. Lucas remarked how similar Hillsborough and Newport are, as Victorian mill towns which have fallen on tough times and a striving to regain their vitality. A successful businessman in New York City, Lucas retains a love for his hometown and has launched “The Sunshine Initiative” to resurrect Newport’s economy and community spirit. He outlined a two pronged approach of long term and more immediate goals. He stressed that…

Colby-Sawyer College Commencement under the big white tent

Colby-Sawyer President Susan Stuebner welcomed all to the College’s Commencement Exercises last Saturday. Addressing the graduates she said, “this is your day, and we look forward to celebrating you and all of your accomplishments.” She then asked for a moment of silence in honor of former adjunct faculty member Dr. Jeanine Ruhsam, who passed away this semester. Senior Speaker William Hyland was reminded of the words of St. Thomas Aquinas, who wisely said,…

No injuries in Franklin two-family fire

A fire that started in a child’s bedroom on the second floor of a Franklin home early Friday morning was quickly extinguished by fire crews, officials said. No one was injured in the fire that occurred at 42 W. Bow St. just after 4 a.m., Deputy Chief David Hall said. There was also no extensive damage; both of the families living in the two-story home were able to return to the building an hour after crews arrived. Officials are still investigating the cause of the fire, which they said was…

SOFTBALL

Trinity 13, Franklin 3: Kiera Gilman allowed four hits and struck out 12 in the circle and went 3-for-4 at the plate for Trinity (3-6). Teammates Josie Zelensky and Emma Service also…

BASEBALL

Hopkinton 18, Franklin 0: The Hawks scored seven runs in the first inning after two outs to take control early. Franklin’s TJ Laramie had a double in the fourth for his team’s only…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 16, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 10, 2019

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Download The Messenger - May 10, 2019 (pdf)Hillsboro-Deering DECA shines at international competition

Hillsboro-Deering High School DECA recently returned from the international competition in Orlando, Florida with several winners. The group attended the conference from April 26 – May 1, 2019 and during this event three teams made their way into the finals of their respective competitions and finished in the top eight of their competitive event. This year H-D had two Virtual Business Retail Management teams qualify for the finals. The team of Chloe Braun, Emma Curley and Cassidy Marshall finished in 8th place internationally in an event that…

Two nights of spectacular Newport fireworks on May 17 & 18

The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner with the Town of Newport’s Parlin Field Airport to present two great nights of fireworks, free to the public. Friday May 17th and Saturday May 18th we invite you to “Blast” into Summer from 5pm – 10pm at the Airport for two nights filled with fantastic Class “B” fireworks displays presented by the NH Pyrotechnics Association. All are welcome to this free event to watch the NHPA Friday night for their open event, and…

H-D’s Marc Payeur recognized as a Running Start Program Champion

Governor Chris Sununu, Chancellor Ross Gittell and NH Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut joined New Hampshire’s Community Colleges to honor Hillsboro-Deering’s Marc Payeur as one of seven individuals from high schools across the state who have been advocates for the Community College System of NH’s Running Start program.  Running Start enables high school students to take courses at their schools for dual high school and college credit. By earning college credits while in high school, students…

Several changes made to Deering Beach & Boat Launch Ordinances

Over the winter, during open/public Deering Selectmens meetings, the Board made several changes and updates to town ordinances with the intent of reducing some of the overcrowding issues, increasing life/fire/health/traffic safety, and…

BASEBALL

Hillsboro-Deering 9, InterLakes 2: The HDHS Hillcats were able to get their bats going racking up 10 hits with Edward Figueroa leading the team by going 3 for 4. Jack Ferguson turned two double plays which was key to the Hillcat defense.  Sawyer Jones took the win…

SOFTBALL

Belmont 21, Hillsboro-Deering 2: The Red Raiders recorded 19 hits, four of which came from Morgan Hall. Julianna Estremera earned the win, allowing two runs on five hits and five…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 9, 2019 in The Messenger. Closed

In New Hampshire – May 2019

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Download In New Hampshire - May 2019 (pdf)Tickets now on sale for 6th Annual Halcyon Music Festival June 20-29

24 world-class musicians to perform seven chamber music concerts in Portsmouth over just 10 days. The 2019 Halcyon Music Festival returns to Portsmouth June 20 through 29 and subscriptions and individual tickets are now on sale. Now in its sixth year, the festival brings 24 world-class musicians together to live, rehearse and perform a series of seven chamber music concerts over…

Taste of Monadnock & Beyond Food & Wine Festival Sunday, June 2nd

Shelter From The Storm will be holding their Fifth Annual TASTE OF MONADNOCK & BEYOND FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL at the WOODBOUND INN, Rindge, NH on Sunday, June 2nd from 5 to 8:30 pm. Rudy Rosalez has once again generously donated the use of his restaurant, playbarn, ballroom, and grounds for this event. All proceeds will…

Come join the New Hampshire Renaissance Faire coming May 11th

On May 11th-12th & 18th-19th New Hampshire Renaissance Faire will celebrate 15 years . In this time New Hampshire Renaissance Faire has grown to be one of the finest events of its kind in New England, and is certainly positioned to continue to improve upon its already-impressive status, with a new location, improved layout, ever-increasing lists of vendors and fan-favorite performers…and now…

Canterbury Shaker Village opens May 4

Heifer Parade & Free Opening Day Kicks off 50th Anniversary Year. Canterbury Shaker Village opens for the season on Saturday, May 4 from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is free to all. For many families, the highlight of the day is the Heifer Parade at 11 am, when young cows from Brookford Farm are brought to their summer pastures on Shaker lands. Children will love the traditional maypole dancing that follows. Canterbury-based fiddler and caller Dudley Laufman will…

 

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The Messenger – May 3, 2019

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After receiving advice from the New Hampshire School Board Association about how to handle public comments at the meetings, the Newport School Board has change its public comment policy. On April 24th, Barrett Christina, president of the NHSBA, and William Phillips, NHSBA staff attorney, instructed the board…

NH family bringing unique, flattering fashions to downtown Henniker

New Hampshire resident Sherry Lauter was getting stopped seemingly everywhere she went. Whether it was out to dinner or on vacation, people wanted to know where she had purchased her clothing. The answer? Jamaican designer Courtney Washington.“I first fell in love with the look and fit of Courtney Washington’s designs,” Sherry Lauter says. “But…

Newport native Jay Lucas to address Hillsborough Chamber

Jay Lucas, CEO & Chairman of The Lucas Group in New York City, and author of American Sunshine, will be the featured speaker at the Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast at 8:00 AM on May 14th at the American Legion Hall. A native of Newport, NH, Lucas has not…

Charrette hopes to revitalize downtown Hillsborough

The Town of Hillsborough is hosting a two-day charrette (planning session) with Plan New Hampshire focusing on the revitalization of the downtown. The Plan NH team will be in town from Friday, May 17th morning through the afternoon of Saturday, May 18th. Two public listening sessions will…

BASEBALL

John Stark 3, Stevens 2: Nathan Isabelle struck out six batters while surrendering four hits and two runs. Ben Stogner went 3-for-3 at the plate and swiped three bases for the Generals…

SOFTBALL

Newport 10, Sunapee 9: Sunapee had the lead, 6-4, before a 3-run bottom of the third for the Tigers gave them a 7-6 edge. Sunapee scored 3 runs to go up 9-8, but Newport put two more on the board in the bottom of the seventh to walk-off with the win…

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