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The Messenger – July 2, 2021

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Download The Messenger - July 2, 2021 (pdf)Remembering Jesse Levine

Former Sullivan County Manager and New London Town Administrator Jessie Levine, 50, died Saturday from complications of Lou Gehrig’s disease. In a Facebook post, Sullivan County officials praised Levine, saying, “Jessie was an accomplished leader in New Hampshire municipal government and her legacy lives on through…

Weare BSA Troop 24’s Spencer Grant is newest Eagle Scout

Weare BSA Troop 24 recently held their Court of Honor at Osborne Hall in Weare. The Troop collectively earned 11 Rank Advancements and 18 Merit Badges. Spencer Grant, an eleven-year member of Boy Scouts of America, earned his BSA Eagle Rank. Merit badges ranged in interest from…

Hillsborough Select Board approves LED lights for Transfer Station & Downtown

The Hillsborough Select Board reviewed several bids at a special Wednesday meeting. Gemini Electric submitted a bid of $16,758 for a Lighting Upgrade at the Transfer Station, including the installation of two new 25’ light poles and five new…

ConVal Scholastic Art Award Winners

Principal Heather McKillop is pleased to announce that several ConVal students have been recognized in the Scholastic Art Awards. Awards are broken into three categories: Gold Key, Silver Key and Honorable Mention. Awards are judged based on the criteria of…

Three area women named to the Leadership New Hampshire 2021 Graduates Class

Leadership New Hampshire (LNH) celebrated the graduation of its 29th class last month at the Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods. The cohort of 27 associates included individuals from across New Hampshire who participated in the…

 

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The Messenger – June 25, 2021

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Download The Messenger - June 25, 2021 (pdf)ConVal School Board returning $3.2 million to taxpayers

The ConVal School Board has voted to return approximately $3.2 million to the district’s towns and its taxpayers, as a result of dollars that were unexpended during the COVID-19 crisis. The savings are derived from a budget freeze implemented last…

Hillsborough Farmers Market & Artisans Fair moving to a more visible location

Hillsborough Pride, a Division of the Greater Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce that it has secured a new, more visible location for the Farmers Market & Artisans Fair. Many on social media have wondered why we…

Paraeducators needed at Hillsboro-Deering Schools for the 21-22 year

Have you ever considered becoming a Paraeducator? Are you patient and creative, and looking for a rewarding job making a difference in the lives of children? As a Paraeducator you provide direct support to students in…

The replacement for the MV Kearsarge arrives in Sunapee

Patience and persistence finally paid off as the Lake Queen finally made its way from Mississippi to Lake Sunapee after a long delay. A large crowd lined the street as the newest Sunapee Cruises boat was towed to the…

DIVISION III BOYS TRACK & FIELD

The Kearsarge Boys’ junior JJ Davis, who won the 400, was named to the All Star Team…

DIVISION III GIRLS LACROSSE

The Division III Hopkinton Girls runners up had three Hawk players named to the All Star Team; junior defender Olivia Cressey, sophomore attack Rose Finlayson and junior midfielder Annie Higginbotham.

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The Messenger – June 18, 2021

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Download The Messenger - June 18, 2021 (pdf)H-D graduates urged to “rise to the challenge-enjoy the ride”

Despite the weather, Class of 2021 graduates, their teachers and other staff members, friends and family were finally able to gather under a tent for the Hillsboro-Deering Graduation. Principal Jim O’Rourke welcomed the overflow crowd and thanked everyone involved in their journey of the past…

The Town of Bradford celebrates re-opening of the Bement Covered Bridge

Bradford residents turned out in force to celebrate the re-opening of the historic Bement Bridge, built in 1864 and placed on the national Register of Historic…

“Remembrance Ceremony” on June 19th

Stonewall Farm, 265 Windsor Rd, on Saturday June 19 at 7 P.M. invites the public to attend a “Remembrance Ceremony.” Evidence indicates that the Bickford family used the farm as a “safe house” to help slaves escape to Canada. Come join us in the “barn” for an…

Campbell’s Championship softball win over Hopkinton avenges 2019 loss

Campbell High School catcher Chloe Steiniger recorded three hits, including two home runs, and drove in seven runs to lead Campbell  to the Division III championship with an 18-6 victory over Hopkinton on…

John Stark crowned Baseball Champions in first finals appearance

During Saturday morning’s graduation ceremonies several John Stark seniors had other things on their minds, that afternoon’s Championship Baseball game. In fact, some team members wore their uniform jerseys under their gowns. This was the first appearance of the Generals in the state finals, and they made the…

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The Messenger – June 11, 2021

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Download The Messenger - June 11, 2021 (pdf)Hillsborough Selectmen Stohrer and Rogers both resign

On June 1st, the Town of Hillsborough received the resignation of Select Board member John Stohrer, who cited increased job responsibilities and renewed travel, effective June 10th. On June 8th, the Town also received the resignation of Select Board member David Rogers, who cited…

Weare Police Department recognizes heroic life-saving efforts

On October 8th, Corporal Michael Muise and Officer Thomas Ouellette responded to an Echo Level Medical Call involving a male subject, who was unconscious and not breathing. Within minutes Muise and Ouellette started (CPR) and applied an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and continued life-saving efforts until…

Sparks fly as Henniker ZBA and Planning Board clash

The Henniker Select Board had nearly completed its recent meeting without incident. However, when Chair Kris Blomback asked for members to report on their various committee assignment, normally mild mannered Leon Parker, who sits as the Select Board’s designated ZBA member, erupted in an…

BOYS DIVISION III LACROSSE

Hopkinton 17, Hillsboro-Deering 0: The Hawks made it 11-0 at half and possessed well throughout to keep the Hillcats from scoring. Hillsboro-Deering fought hard in transition and on defense to challenge the Hawks and finish their season strong. Jared O’Connor made 13 saves for the Hillcats…

GIRLS DIVISION III LACROSSE

Hopkinton 23, Laconia 9: With a storm delay of an hour, the Hawks had a 10-goal lead lead going into halftime.
Pembroke 10, ConVal 9: Down 7-4 at the half, ConVal tied the game at 9-9 before Pembroke took the lead back…

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The Messenger – June 4, 2021

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DownloadThe Messenger - June 4, 2021 (pdf)David Tille to address Lions Club on homeless veterans

David Tille, Director of Veteran Services at Harbor Care, will be the featured speaker at the next Hillsboro Lions Club meeting, Tuesday, June 8th. Harbor Care is one of the state’s largest providers of supports for veterans experiencing homelessness, which serves…

History Alive in Hillsborough 21-22 August

Discover the real meanings of the Abenaki names given to our rivers and mountains and what the climate was like 250 years ago. Learn what Indians taught early settlers about surviving in the wilderness and wild local plants for food, medicine, and…

Rotary Club promotes Flags over Henniker and Hillsborough

The American flag has stood as a symbol of freedom and justice for 245 years. Through wars and in times of peace, the sight of the American flag has given notice to foes and assurances to friends that democracy lives. No other symbol captures the power and glory of our nation like our…

BOYS BASEBALL

Bow 12, Hillsboro-Deering 0: The Falcons flew high in shutting out the Cats. Concord 10, Goffstown 0: In Concord, Jonah Wachter threw a six-inning perfect game in the Tide’s 10-0 win…

GIRLS SOFTBALL

John Stark 18, Hanover 0 (5 inn.): Olivia Hargreaves, Izzy Nelson combined on no-hitter, struck out 13 of 16 batters they faced. Trinity 9, Hillsboro-Deering 5: The Cats put some runs on the board in the loss…

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The Messenger – May 28, 2021

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Download The Messenger - May 28, 2021 (pdf)Antrim salutes its retiring Police Chief Scott Lester

Antrim residents gathered at Town Hall Monday evening to salute former Police Chief Scott Lester, who recently retired after 13 years of service to the town. Lester has spent his entire police career in the…

Hillsborough Select Board refuses to remove Noise Ordinance from agenda

The proposed Noise Ordinance again dominated the early discussion at Wednesday’s Hillsborough Select Board meeting. Chamber Secretary Riche Colcombe suggested that as both the Town Council and Municipal Association had ruled that the Select Board lack the authority to…

HDES students build community through school wide mail system

You’ve got mail! Students throughout the Hillsboro-Deering Elementary School are abuzz about a new school-wide mail delivery system. The school counselors, Cara Juliano and Shannon Rockwell, spearheaded the development of this program, and…

Deering Lake beach & picnic area are open for the season

The Deering Lake beach and picnic area will be open for the season through Monday (Labor Day) September 6th. Parking fees are applicable on Saturday, May 29th through Monday, September 6th. Please observe the parking and no parking signs. Our Lake Host employees will be…

BOYS BASEBALL

Bow 9, Hillsboro-Deering 1: Bow’s Gray and Cam Evans recorded their first varsity hits in the Falcons’ home win. John Stark 13, Stevens 2, 5 inn: Stark hit through the order and scored four runs in the first…

GIRLS SOFTBALL

Bow 13, Hillsboro-Deering 1, 5 inn.: The Hillcats fell behind early and couldn’t catch up. Bedford 13, Goffstown 7: Bedford led this one from the beginning…

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The Messenger – May 21, 2021

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Download The Messenger - May 21, 2021 (pdf)Bennington exodus continues

The exodus of town employees continues in Bennington. In recent weeks, the Road Agent, Town Administrator, and Town Clerk have each been removed from their positions, and now, the town could soon be without a Police Department. Police Chief Brett Sullivan announced his…

Hillsboro-Deering 2021 Yearbook wins prestigious National Award

Jostens, the leading producer of yearbooks and student-created content, today announced that Hillsboro-Deering High School’s yearbook program has achieved the Jostens 2021 National Yearbook Program of Excellence award at the Gold Level. The National Yearbook Program of Excellence recognizes engaging yearbooks that reflect a…

Farmers Market & Artisans Fair Vendors

The Hillsborough Farmers Market & Artisans Fair is drawing a diverse number of both food providers, artisans and craft people. This year’s event is being held in the large field in back of Hanna’s Diner on Preston Street. Unlike former renditions, the large lots, formerly used for…

Greater Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce opposes proposed Noise Ordinance

The Greater Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce (GHCOC) after a lengthy and thorough discussion has voted to oppose the proposed Noise Ordinance draft, dated April 28, 2021 and to so convey the Chamber’s position to the Board of Selectmen and the…

BOYS LACROSSE

Pembroke 9, Hillsboro-Deering 4: Dylan Barrett had 2 of H-D’s goals. Bishop Brady 15, Hillsboro-Deering 1: HD went into the half only trailing 5-1. Dylan Barrett scored the goal for HD and was a force at midfield all game…

GIRLS LACROSSE

Merrimack Valley 15, John Stark 7: The MV defense locked down after halftime, shutting out Stark and leading the Pride to a 15-7 win. Hopkinton 8, Derryfield 7: Hopkinton built a 6-2 halftime lead…

 

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The Messenger – May 14, 2021

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Download The Messenger - May 14, 2021 (pdf)Ledyard National Bank pledges $25,000 to Barn Playhouse

Ledyard National Bank recently committed to “Playing a Part” with a $25,000 donation to New London Barn Playhouse’s capital campaign, which is raising funds to create a vibrant future for the community landmark…

Love for the classroom comes full circle for former Superintendent

What began as a simple comment at lunch this spring between Superintendent Jacqueline Coe and her predecessor at SAU 24, Dr. Lorraine Tacconi-Moore, has the retired SAU 24 Superintendent back in the classroom…

Hillsborough Board kills Noise Ordinance, alters Mask Mandate, cancels Summer Camp

Wednesday’s Hillsborough Select Board meeting opened with a 1/2 hour of venting by several residents frustrated by the proposed noise ordinance and the Board’s handling of it at their last meeting. After what appeared to be the end of…

Arrival of Sunapee Cruises’ new tour boat delayed in Pennsylvania

The arrival of Sunapee Cruises’ new dinner boat has been delayed by a construction project in Pennsylvania for three weeks. The Fenton family, owners of Sunapee Cruises, ordered the new boat from Missouri, and it began its journey to Newbury Harbor during the first week of…

BASEBALL

Derryfield 8, Hopkinton 5: Peyton Marshall recorded 2 hits in the loss. Bishop Brady 13, Hillsboro-Deering 0, 5 inn: The Giants took control early with 11 runs in the bottom of the first inning…

SOFTBALL

Hopkinton 14, Hillsboro-Deering 2: Hopkinton was up 4-2 entering the bottom of the third and then exploded for 10 runs in the frame to take control. Bishop Brady 14, Hillsboro-Deering 0 (5 inn.): Ashley Brust’s 2-run homer was more than enough offense…

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The Messenger – May 7, 2021

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Download The Messenger - May 7, 2021 (pdf)Hillsborough Centre Cemetery added to NH Register of Historic Places

The New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources has announce that the State Historical Resources Council has added the Hillsborough Centre Cemetery as one of six properties to the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places. Hillsborough’s Centre Cemetery was founded circa 1790 on land donated by…

Henniker Select Board approves full Summer Concert Series

The Henniker Concert Committee informed the Select Board that there are 12 concerts scheduled which are to be held beginning on June 15 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Their protocols will begin as they were last year, with snow fence surrounding the area, a limit of 250 socially distanced people and masks being required. No…

Hillsborough Planning Board approves Rocky Valley R.V. Resort

The Hillsborough Planning Board held a continued hearing on Kevin and Eric McCaley’s application to construct the Rocky Valley R.V. Resort off Sleeper Road. The resort would consist of 39 RV sites, and would operate from…

Interactive Henniker Historical Markers

At Tuesday’s Select Board meeting, Sue Fetzer of the Henniker Historical Society explained a new program of DownTown Tours to the Board. Henniker currently has 23 historical markers, which can be found on the Society’s website. She asked permission from the Board to put…

GIRLS LACROSSE

Kearsarge 13, Hillsboro-Deering 3: This was just the third game ever for the H-D girls, who are measuring their successes in small steps. Kearsarge 18, Coe-Brown 7: Megan Norris scored 7 goals, with 2 assists to lead the attack…

BOYS LACROSSE

Hopkinton 12, Hillsboro-Deering 3: HD matched its scoring output for the season by notching three: Dylan Barrett, Rylee Goulette and Jacob Davies scored while Jared O’Connor had 23 saves in goal…

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The Messenger – April 30, 2021

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Download The Messenger - April 30, 2021 (pdf)Bennington’s Bridge Street Recovery opens June 1st

Bennington’s Bridge Street Recovery will soon be open and is scheduled to accept its first clients on June 1st. Additionally, the company anticipates breaking ground on its Peterborough detox facility in September. Located on the site of the former Highland Inn, Bennington’s facility has been designed to serve patients in…

Deering voters came to Town Meeting to take control – and did

Deering voters came to Saturday’s Town Meeting upset, looking for change and prepared for it. Of the three articles proposed by the Select Board, one was defeated and the other two substantially amended…

Drilling rig overturns on Peterborough project

A drilling rig operating on the site tipped over while working at the US Route 202 retaining wall portion of Peterborough’s Main Street bridge replacement project. Fortunately no one was injured, but a small amount of…

Hillsborough Select Board continues to press for a noise ordinance

Old adversaries, Meg Curtis and Cynthia Matthews had a brief exchange at Wednesday’s Select Board meeting when Marian Baker brought up the proposed noise ordinance during the Public Comment section of the meeting. Public comment is typically limited to topics which are NOT on…

GIRLS SOFTBALL

Hillsboro-Deering 23, Kearsarge 6: Emily Ferguson was 3 for 4 and scored 3 runs. Hillsboro-Deering 14, Kearsarge 2: It was a complete team win for the Hillcats, who got seven hits from seven different players…

BOYS BASEBALL

Hillsboro-Deering 14, Kearsarge 3: Devon Barrett went 5/5 with 9 stolen bases, Zach Coombs pitched the entire game, giving up 3 hits, striking out 8 and went 3/4 at the plate…

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