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The Messenger – December 1, 2023

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Download The Messenger - December 1, 2023 (pdf)Police investigating H-D school bus driver meltdown

On November 20, 2023, the Hillsboro Police Department received a call of concern, involving the actions of a bus driver from First Student Inc. bus company, which is responsible for transporting children from the Hillsboro-Deering School District. ​Unconfirmed reports indicate the driver of…

The Antrim Players present “A Christmas Carol” December 1-2

The Antrim Players are back! After a seven-year hiatus, The Antrim Players return with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Michael Wilson, on Friday, December 1, and Saturday, December 2, at…

Hillsboro Police arrest felon with stolen handgun

On November 21st, officers responded to a call in the vicinity of the diner, prompted by reports of an individual making menacing statements while in possession of a firearm. In order to…

BOYS SOCCER

All-State Soccer Teams, Boys Division II – First Team: Bow’s Luke Hartshorn (F) and Brodie O’Neil (D). Second Team: Bow’s Colby Smith (M) and Wes Michaelis (D…

FIELD HOCKEY

Division II First Team: Maia Kimball, Bow; Avery Brisiel, Goffstown; Molly Braica, Goffstown; Adie Bolduc, John Stark; Lauryn Guevin, John Stark. Second Team: Kayla Croscut, Bow; Ronia Foecking, ConVal; Sam Dery, Goffstown; Jillian Fredette, John Stark; Caylin Worthen, John Stark…

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The Messenger – November 24, 2023

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Download The Messenger - November 24, 2023 (pdf)Even In Tough Times – We Can Still Give Thanks

Maybe you feel you haven’t got very much to be thankful for this year. What with the politics of hate, inflation, the brashness of our youth, the moral decline, and endless bickering. But, take another look…

Bradford Committee recommends demolition of Masonic Building

Committee Chair Kris Foss presented the Bradford Select Board with a slide presentation with the Committee’s considerations of use of the Masonic Building…

Deering Select Board approves body-worn cameras for police officers

Acting Deering Police Chief Tom Cavanaugh met with the Select Board requesting body worn cameras for his officers. He said it is becoming the standard with all police departments and the benefit of…

Center for the Arts presents a VoxStars Holiday Concert

The Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the December First Friday presentation of The North Country VoxStars holiday concert. On Friday, December 1st, the all-gender Barbershop style chorus will sing a…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – 2023

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DownloadChristmas Shopping Guide - 2023 (pdf)Santa Bass shares 10 Christmas gift ideas for those who love fishing

Has your favorite angler been naughty or nice this past year? Santa Bass knows all, so you better be good! For the coming holiday season, Santa Bass offers 10 incredible gift ideas and stocking stuffers that will surely bring a smile to your favorite angler…

Brightening the Christmas Season for the Military Community

As we enter the holiday season and Americans across the country look forward to spending time with family, thousands of service members deployed overseas – many to the Middle East in response to the Israel-Hamas war – will not have that luxury and will be spending the holidays far away from loved ones. Here is how USO Holidays programming delivers a piece of home to them, along with…

Tips for getting kids involved in Christmas Traditions

The holiday season is a magical time of year filled with cherished traditions that bring families together. And while gift-giving is one of the most beloved customs (especially for children), it can sometimes overshadow the true spirit of the season. Here are a few festive winter activities that focus on quality time together and spreading joy…

Best new tech Christmas gifts for the person who has everything

Most of us have at least one loved one who’s hard to shop for. Maybe it’s because they insist that they have everything they need already or perhaps they simply have discerning taste. To get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping, consider these five, functional and fun gift ideas that promise to impress even the most challenging gift recipients…

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The Messenger – November 17, 2023

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Download The Messenger - November 17, 2023 (pdf)Warner’s Magdalen College closing

Magdalen College officials have announced that the Catholic College in Warner will close its doors in May of 2024. Founded in 1973 by Catholic laymen Francis Boucher, John Meehan and Peter Sampo, the college was chartered by the…

Help the Hillsboro Lions Club feed our needy neighbors this Christmas

Messenger Publisher Leigh Bosse is pleased to announce that for the 29th consecutive year, The Messenger, in conjunction with the Hillsboro Lions Club, will be conducting its annual appeal to readers to fund the distribution of Christmas Food Baskets to needy families…

2nd Annual Hillsborough Festival of Trees at HDHS December 2nd

Here’s your chance to win a gorgeous fully decorated Christmas tree! Join us at our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees fundraiser at the HDHS Craft Fair on Saturday, December 2nd, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All trees will be decorated by…

Pats Peak again offering its Passport Program for beginning skiers

Pats Peak, New Hampshire’s premier snow-sports destination, is continuing its popular Passport Program, for someone new to skiing or snow-boarding. The Passport Program is a pre-paid program for ages 18 and up. The cost is…

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The Messenger – November 10, 2023

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Download The Messenger - November 10, 2023 (pdf)H-D School Board nixes idea of a separate Budget or Budget Advisory Committee

Three members of the Curriculum Website Committee made a presentation to apprise the Board of their progress. After many years of starting and restarting, the Committee had good news that the website was getting…

H-D DECA Teams again shine in world-wide competition

Competing for ten days against other high schools in a global competition, one team of students from Hillsboro-Deering High School has qualified for the DECA International Conference in…

$10 million available in 3rd round of school safety grants

The third round of applications for the Security Action for Education (SAFE) grants program and the $10 million available to allocate to district and public charter schools to improve school security has opened, state education officials…

FOOTBALL

Division II Quarterfinals – #4 Plymouth 28, #7 John Stark 8: The Bobcats scored in all four quarters to move on to the Division II semifinals. John Stark completed its season at 6-4…

GIRLS SOCCER

Division II Semifinals – #1 Hollis/Brookline 3, #5 Bow 0 PK: The Cavaliers finally capitalized in penalty kicks, 3-0, to take down Bow, who arguably couldn’t have played much better. Yet, their season still came to an end.

 

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The Messenger – November 3, 2023

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Download The Messenger - November 3, 2023 (pdf)NH Library Trustees Association honors Hillsborough’s Fuller Public Library

The New Hampshire Library Trustees Association (NHLTA) was established in 1957 as a non-profit organization. Its mission is to “assist trustees to be knowledgeable and effective to serve, improve and promote…

NH Department of Education Orphans of Veterans Scholarship Program

The New Hampshire Department of Education recently awarded a $2,500 check to assist a child of a veteran with his college expenses. The award is part of the Orphans of Veterans program that helps war orphans offset the cost of college for…

Local actors present theatrical production to benefit future Regional Community Center

On November 3rd-5th, the Hillsborough Community Center will present “Murder at the Malt Shop,” by Cheri L. Maxon. This zany whodunit is set in the 1950s in the little town of Shingleville at…

FOOTBALL

H-D/Hopkinton 33, Manchester West 20: The Redhawks closed their season with a victory on the road over the Blue Knights. Milford 49, H/D-Hopkinton 27: The Redhawks kept it close in the first half, trailing Milford just 21-13 at halftime, but the Spartans picked it up in the second half to hand HDH a loss in its final game on its home field…

GIRLS SOCCER

#3 Hopkinton 9, #14 Mascoma 1: The Hawks were only up 3-1 at halftime but dominated the second half to advance to the Division III quarterfinals. #3 Hopkinton 3, #6 Trinity 0: The Hawks scored
three goals in the second half to advance to the semifinals.

 

 

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The Messenger – October 27, 2023

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Download The Messenger - October 27, 2023 (pdf)Missing Weare woman found

Just before 11:30 p.m. on October 22nd, 2023, the Weare Police Department received a call in regards to an overdue dog walker. Kimberly Kerr, 52 years old, was walking her dog in the area of Sherwood Forest Road, and was last seen by…

Halloween 2023 – Have a great time kids and keep it safe out there

Several hundred witches, goblins, super heroes, and princesses will take to area streets when cleverly costumed children go looking for treats. This is a much loved evening for many youngsters who will be running out of shear…

Hillsborough’s Operation Christmas 2023 needs your help

It’s that time of year again! Operation Christmas is underway. With our community’s support, we will help provide Christmas Gifts for families from Hillsboro, Deering and Windsor that need assistance in providing Christmas gifts for their children…

Newly certified John Stark teacher signs first contract at age 70

No Excuses. That’s what newly certified Special Education teacher at John Stark Regional High School, Deb Raymond, has to say to anyone who thinks they should give up on their dreams and goals. At the age of 70, Deb just signed…

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The Messenger – October 20, 2023

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Download The Messenger - October 20, 2023 (pdf)Greenfield man dies in two-car Rte 9 accident

New Hampshire State Police responded to a deadly head-on crash on Route 9 last Thursday morning. Troopers said it appeared one driver was driving east and the other driver was driving west when…

Beyond Belief: Spooky Storytelling at Weare Cemetery October 26th

If you visit the East Weare Cemetery on Thursday, October 26, after the sun sets (at 6:30), a portal to the beyond will open and you be transported to the realm of truth and deception. Local storytellers will gather and tell amazing stories of the…

Hillsboro-Deering DECA observes Squirrel Awareness Month

Squirrels, those nimble creatures that tirelessly scurry up trees and hide away their precious acorns, are more than just cute little rodents. They play a vital role in our ecosystem, and…

New owners of the Hancock Inn take the Town of Hancock to court

The owners of the Hancock Inn have filed a suit against the Town’s Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Town of Hancock. A hearing was scheduled for 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at Hillsborough North Superior Court in…

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The Messenger – October 13, 2023

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Download The Messenger - October 13, 2023 (pdf)Authorities investigate death of 5-year-old Newport girl

A 5-year-old girl was pronounced dead at the hospital where she was taken by emergency personnel after they responded to a report of a child who was unresponsive and not breathing in…

Former Director of Warner Connects indicted on felony credit card fraud

Lori Garrett, the former director of Warner Connects, has been indicted for theft and fraudulent credit card charges from the local food pantry. The indictment accuses…

Monadnock Rod & Gun Club appeals to NH Supreme Court

The Monadnock Rod and Gun Club has appealed its zoning case against the Town of Peterborough to the N.H. Supreme Court. The high court has agreed to hear a combined series of civil cases brought against…

McDonald’s supports NH Police

On Wednesday, October 4th, the 54 McDonald’s franchisees across New Hampshire spearheaded a fund raising effort to donate $50,000 to the New Hampshire Association of Chiefs of Police. From…

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The Messenger – October 6, 2023

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Download The Messenger - October 6, 2023 (pdf)Hillsboro Lions Club Senior Dinner November 18th

A Hillsboro tradition continues for the 47th year, as the Hillsboro Lions Club hosts its Annual Senior Citizens Dinner. Project Chair Leigh Bosse reports that this year the event is scheduled for Saturday, November 18th, (not November 4th as previously reported) at the Hillsboro-Deering Middle School for a full…

76th Annual Warner Fall Foliage Festival slated for this weekend

The Warner Fall Foliage Festival is happening this weekend, October 6-8, 2023 as scheduled. There are NO admission fees to ANY of the events or…

H-D Board studies Capital Maintenance Plan

Hillsboro-Deering Business Manager Grant Geisler met with the Board to review and discuss the many Capital Maintenance projects the District will face over the next few years. He suggests that those projects be…

FOOTBALL

Pelham 54, Hillsboro-Deering/Hopkinton 0: The Redhawks lost their third straight game on Friday night, this time to the defending champion Pythons. John Stark 62, Hollis-Brookline 6: The Generals led 56-0 at halftime en route to a commanding victory…

GIRLS SOCCER

Kearsarge 2, Bishop Brady 0: Kearsarge opened the game keeping possession in the Brady’s end and Maddie Thorp opened the scoring in the fourth minute with a shot from 20 yards out…

 

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