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The Messenger – March 20, 2015

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Download The Messenger - March 20, 2015 (pdf)Bow voters establish a full-day kindergarten program

Bow residents overwhelmingly approved a petitioned warrant article establishing a full-day kindergarten program at Bow Elementary School even though it lacked the endorsement of either the school board or the budget committee. By passing the $359,036 kindergarten appropriation, owners of a $250,000 home will pay…

New London Police Officers receive commendations for saving lives

At Monday’s Select Board meeting, New London Police Chief Ed Anderson was proud to present Life Saving Commendations to two of his officers, James MacKenna and Eben Lamson. On February 21st at about 12:30 p.m., Officer James MacKenna received a call from a male subject who advised 911 that he was going to commit suicide. MacKenna arrived at…

Henniker voters support both the Highway and Fire Departments

It took over two hours of debate on the article and two proposed amendments, but Henniker voters eventually approved a $1.2 million warrant article to cover the anticipated costs of rebuilding the town’s highway garage and replacing its fleet of five plow trucks and a…

Goffstown student wins Poetry Out Loud

Dessaline Etienne from Goffstown High School is the winner of New Hampshire’s tenth Poetry Out Loud championship. Nora Doyle from Plymouth Regional High School was selected as alternate champion. As state champion, Etienne receives $200 and travel expenses to compete at the…

Weare Middle School presents Oklahoma!

The Weare Middle School will present the musical Oklahoma! on Saturday, March 28 at 7 pm and Sunday, March 29 at 2 pm in the school Café. Tickets are $5.00 per person with a $20 family maximum for a family of five or more. Tickets will be available at the door. Created in 1943, Oklahoma! was Rodgers and Hammerstein’s first Broadway musical collaboration. It depicts a slice of…

Boys Sports

#10 Goffstown 82 #15 St. Thomas 71 – Division II Quarterfinals. The Grizzlies hit 58% other second half shots erupting for 52 points advance to the semifinals against third seeded Bishop Brady. The Grizzlies shot 46 percent for the game and 12 for 23 from the 3-point arc. Robbie Girardin, who scored 15, and Mike Bailey, who scored 9, got them all from…

Girls Sports

# 1 Coe-Brown 50 #6 Goffstown 46 – Division II Championship. The undefeated and top seeded Coe-Brown girls’ basketball team won the Division II state championship game when senior Jenny Schlim blocked the Grizzlies’ Molly McQueeney’s layup attempt with under five seconds to go, preserving a two-point lead. The Bears went on to…

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The Messenger – March 13, 2015

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Download The Messenger - March 13, 2015 (pdf)Midnight assault leaves man in critical condition

Two people have been arrested in connection with a baseball bat attack that left a 20-year-old hospitalized in critical condition from a severe beating he received Monday night in the Daniel Plummer Road, Oakwood Lane section of Goffstown. The young man, whose name is being withheld pending notification of family, was taken to…

Bailey upsets Fullerton – Hillsborough voters approve $6.69 million budget

Hillsborough Selectman Wendy Brien-Baker opened Town Meeting by presenting a certificate of appreciation to Highway Department employee Bill Dumais, whose quick reaction, along with Dennis Yeaton, prevented a disaster similar to the recent Henniker fire which destroyed the town’s highway garage and all its vehicles. The $6.69 million operating budget was quickly passed without…

Dunbarton crash still under investigation

A Concord man was charged with negligent driving after crashing into a vehicle in Dunbarton last week. Police said a Chevrolet Tahoe was traveling in the area of Route 13 and Mansion Road when the driver tried to pull into his driveway. A Ford Expedition, driven by Theodore Johnson, struck the…

Henniker School Budget cut by $115,000 – health benefits nixed

The Henniker School District Warrant contained only five articles, but it took voters over three and a half hours to deal with them. The school board proposed a $7.51 million budget, which was up more than $300,000 over the current budget, and would have resulted in a tax increase of 65 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value. Much of the debate centered on…

Amendment to reduce Hopkinton School Budget narrowly defeated

Hopkinton residents approved the School Board’s proposed $18.61 million budget, following a lengthy debate and an amendment to reduce the budget to last year’s level. Jean Prewitt offered the amendment to reduce the budget by $162,862 to $18.44 million, with no increase over the current amount…

Boys Sports

#4 Newport 76 #13 Raymond 49 – Division III Second Round. The Tigers easily avenged last year’s second round loss to the Rams with a convincing 76-49 victory. Andrew Houde scored 33 points off 13 of 23 shooting from the floor to lead the barrage. 15 of his points came in the second quarter, when Newport’s lead grew from 4 points after the first quarter to 37-20 at the half. Spencer Coronis finished with 11 points, while Noah Wade tallied 8…

Girls Sports

#6 Goffstown 51 #3 Bishop Brady 46 – Division II Quarterfinals. Brady’s Sarah Thomas passed the 1,000-point plateau last night when she buried a 3-pointer early in the second quarter, but it was Goffstown’s 3-point shooting that won the game. The Grizzlies hit nine 3’s, including four in the second half from Kathryn Howe, to pull off the upset victory over No. 3 Brady. Goffstown opened the third quarter with an 11-4 run sparked by a pair of 3s from Howe (15 points on five 3s, seven rebounds) to turn a five-point halftime deficit into a 33-31 lead midway through the frame. 5′-4″ freshman Sarah Doherty had 12 points, 5 assists, and 4 steals…

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In New Hampshire – March 2015

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Download In New Hampshire - March 2015 (pdf)Gift from steward aids Great Bay Reserve Boardwalk

Twenty five years ago, the Great Bay Estuary received a gift. This gift — prompted by a threat from Aristotle Onassis to build the world’s largest oil refinery on Great Bay — was the permanent protection of the Estuary. In October of 1989, the Great Bay became part of a national network of Reserves and became known as the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. The Great Bay Discovery Center was built as the education headquarters of the…

Happy 150th anniversary to NH Fish and Game

This is a big year for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, as the state’s wildlife agency celebrates 150 years of fish and wildlife conservation in the Granite State. A growing collection of stories and photos celebrating Fish and Game’s fascinating history is being gathered on the Department’s website at…

The White Mountain Superpass on sale now

“College Superpass” to replace 4NH College Pass. Bretton Woods, Cranmore Mountain Resort, Cannon Mountain and Waterville Valley Resort will again offer the popular White Mountain Superpass which is set to go on sale at all four resorts on Friday, February 20, 2015. The pass will be valid any day of the 2015-2016 winter season at all four mountains. There are no blackout date restrictions and passes come with…

Spring brings return of NH Maple Experience to The Rocks

As spring returns to the North Country this year, so does the New Hampshire Maple Experience at The Rocks Estate. Scheduled to run March 14, 21-22, 28-29 and April 4, the Maple Experience offers visitors a chance to learn about and participate in each step of maple sugaring, a treasured rite of spring in the area…

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Senior Lifestyles – March 2015

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Download Senior Lifestyles - March 2015 (pdf)Mobile technology helps seniors, caregivers monitor health

While 77 percent of Americans 65 or over own a cellphone, only 18 percent own a smartphone, according to Pew Research. However, with the development of larger phones and abundant features, now is the time for seniors to take a serious look at smartphone technology and the positive effect it may have on their..

What’s your path to retirement happiness?

A recent study, sponsored by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual), found that approximately eight in 10 retirees are enjoying themselves in retirement, seven in 10 can afford a comfortable lifestyle, and two-thirds feel financially secure. The survey also indicated that few retirees characterize themselves as being bored, lonely or…

Active Retirement Association general meeting open to all

The Active Retirement Association offers programs reflecting the many interests of people 50+ years old, retired or not. Please join us to meet new friends and learn more about the ARA and its upcoming activities at our March General Meeting on Monday, March 23, 2015, 1:30 pm, Durham Evangelical Church (sanctuary, upper level), 114 Dover Road (Route 108), Durham, NH. The program will feature..

How the Affordable Care Act may affect your tax refund

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) brings a lot of changes to this year’s tax code. Do you know if and how it will affect your tax refund? Here are tips from H&R Block to help you understand how your taxes and tax refund will be affected as a result of the biggest tax code change in more than…

Ask the Pharmacist: Exercise tips your heart will love

While exercise is important for everyone, regular aerobic activity can be critical to ensuring healthier outcomes for cardiovascular patients. Even a little exercise goes a long way. “Just 5-10 minutes of daily running, even at very slow speeds, can significantly lower the risk of mortality among…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 5, 2015 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

The Messenger – March 6, 2015

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Download New Boston Police undermanned - needs two officers New Boston Police Chief Jim Brace recently met with the Selectmen to inform them that Patrolman Leland Hunter has resigned as he could not qualify with a firearm. The town had a training agreement with him and he agreed to reimburse the town in equal installments beginning... Weare Selectmen seek officers' thoughts on hiring a new Chief The Weare Selectmen recently met with members of the Weare Police Department including Sergeants Frank Hebert and Kimberley McSweeney and Patrol Officers Shane Arsenault, Kenneth Cox, Austin Maguire, Brandon Montplaisir, and Sheila Savaria, to get their views on the process for selecting a new police chief and characteristics they would like to see in... Eagle Scout project would highlight 18 Antrim Mills Armed with maps, drawing sketches and a well designed plan, Henry Johnson, a member of Antrim Boy Scout Troop 2, met with the Selectmen to ask their support for his Eagle Scout Project, the installation of an Information Kiosk located at Goodell Park. Although there is... Man clocked at 109mph on I-93 in Bow Tommie Campbell, 38, of Manchester, was arrested Sunday for driving 109 mph on Interstate 93 in Bow. Trooper Dan Livingstone of Troop D observed a vehicle traveling along I-93 North in Bow at speeds of 108 mph in a 55 mph zone at 1:10 a.m. Sunday and operating erratically, swerving and narrowly missing other cars. The vehicle, which was later observed operating at a speed of... Newport holding firm on curtailment of ambulance service to other towns After holding a 2 hour Special Meeting, attended by most if not all of the Newport Fire/EMT Department and representatives of Newbury and Lempster Fire Departments, the Newport Selectmen held firm on their decision to curtail ambulance service to area towns. On February 9th, the board unanimously decided that Newport Fire/EMS would no longer provide non mass casualty incident service to... Boys Basketball # 6 Groveton 60 # 11 Sunapee 50 Division IV Preliminary Issaiah Chappell scored 35 points and grabbed 9 boards but it wasn't enough to keep the Lakers from being eliminated in the first round of the NHIAA Division IV playoffs. Sunapee led 18-11 after the first quarter, but Groveton cut the lead to 25-23 by halftime. The Eagles outscored the Lakers 14-5 in the third to take... Girls Basketball #1 Sunapee 46 #4 Littleton 43 Division IV Semifinals Down by a 10 point deficit early in the fourth quarter, it looked like the Sunapee's perfect 18-0 regular season would end badly, until the Lakers exploded for a 17-0 run to claim the win. The Crusaders were up with a 25-12 cushion in the first half and 36-28 entering the fourth. Littleton's Emma Bogardus, who finished with 15 points and 14 rebounds hit the opening shot to make it a 10 point hole. Sydney Clark led the comeback with a... (pdf)New Boston Police undermanned – needs two officers

New Boston Police Chief Jim Brace recently met with the Selectmen to inform them that Patrolman Leland Hunter has resigned as he could not qualify with a firearm. The town had a training agreement with him and he agreed to reimburse the town in equal installments beginning…

Weare Selectmen seek officers’ thoughts on hiring a new Chief

The Weare Selectmen recently met with members of the Weare Police Department including Sergeants Frank Hebert and Kimberley McSweeney and Patrol Officers Shane Arsenault, Kenneth Cox, Austin Maguire, Brandon Montplaisir, and Sheila Savaria, to get their views on the process for selecting a new police chief and characteristics they would like to see in…

Eagle Scout project would highlight 18 Antrim Mills

Armed with maps, drawing sketches and a well designed plan, Henry Johnson, a member of Antrim Boy Scout Troop 2, met with the Selectmen to ask their support for his Eagle Scout Project, the installation of an Information Kiosk located at Goodell Park. Although there is…

Man clocked at 109mph on I-93 in Bow

Tommie Campbell, 38, of Manchester, was arrested Sunday for driving 109 mph on Interstate 93 in Bow. Trooper Dan Livingstone of Troop D observed a vehicle traveling along I-93 North in Bow at speeds of 108 mph in a 55 mph zone at 1:10 a.m. Sunday and operating erratically, swerving and narrowly missing other cars. The vehicle, which was later observed operating at a speed of…

Newport holding firm on curtailment of ambulance service to other towns

After holding a 2 hour Special Meeting, attended by most if not all of the Newport Fire/EMT Department and representatives of Newbury and Lempster Fire Departments, the Newport Selectmen held firm on their decision to curtail ambulance service to area towns. On February 9th, the board unanimously decided that Newport Fire/EMS would no longer provide non mass casualty incident service to…

Boys Basketball

# 6 Groveton 60 # 11 Sunapee 50 Division IV Preliminary. Issaiah Chappell scored 35 points and grabbed 9 boards but it wasn’t enough to keep the Lakers from being eliminated in the first round of the NHIAA Division IV playoffs. Sunapee led 18-11 after the first quarter, but Groveton cut the lead to 25-23 by halftime. The Eagles outscored the Lakers 14-5 in the third to take…

Girls Basketball

#1 Sunapee 46 #4 Littleton 43  Division IV Semifinals. Down by a 10 point deficit early in the fourth quarter, it looked like the Sunapee’s perfect 18-0 regular season would end badly, until the Lakers exploded for a 17-0 run to claim the win. The Crusaders were up with a 25-12 cushion in the first half and 36-28 entering the fourth. Littleton’s Emma Bogardus, who finished with 15 points and 14 rebounds hit the opening shot to make it a 10 point hole. Sydney Clark led the comeback with a…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 5, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 27, 2015

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 27, 2015 (pdf)Supreme Court hears Forster’s Tree Farm appeal

The NH Supreme Court will soon decide if weddings and other events may be held at Forster’s Christmas Tree Farm in Henniker. Stephen Forster owns 110 rural acres and utilized 10 of those to grow Christmas trees. Forster says he has been…

Bow Police K-9 locates two fugitives

Bow police say a K9 named Roxie is responsible for tracking down two men who fled from police and hid inside an old school bus. According to authorities, Hooksett police tried to stop a vehicle on Route 3A on Tuesday around 11:30 p.m. The car sped off and led officers to Tallwood Drive in Bow where it pulled into the parking lot of Field House Sports. The driver and passenger took off on…

Newport student artists on display in Lebanon

Ten Newport students have been jury-selected by artists for the AVA gallery “Best of the Upper Valley High School” Art Exhibit at the AVA Gallery, 11 Bank Street, Lebanon, NH. The exhibition is open to the public at the AVA Gallery through March 6, Tuesdays through…

Franklin couple indicted for sex trafficking

A Franklin couple, William and Julie Shine, were indicted by the Merrimack County Grand Jury on a charge of child sex trafficking and related charges between August 2013 and November 2014. William Shine, 36, was also indicted on three aggravated felonious sexual assault and five felonious sexual assault charges involving two females under…

New Boston Farmers Market is expanding – seeking new vendors

The New Boston Farmers Market is now accepting applications for vendors for the 2015 market season! Do you, or someone you know, grow, create, or produce a product in New Hampshire? Would you like to be part of a vibrant, community supported farmers market? The New Boston Farmers Market runs from…

Boys Basketball

Sunapee 80 Moultonborough 68 A Moultonborough 3-pointer ent the game into overtime.where the Lakers outscored the Panthers 16-4 to take the win. Issaiah Chappell scored 22 of his 23 points in the second half…

Girls Basketball

#15 Newport 45 #18 Franklin 37 Division III Preliminary Kyrstin Kibbey led the Tigers with 13 points and Stephanie Carl added 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Lauren Marsh led the Golden Tornadoes with a game-high 15 points, 4 steals and 3 blocked shots…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 27, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 20, 2014

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DOwnload The Messenger - Feb. 20, 2015 (pdf)DECA dominates again

Hillsboro-Deering’s DECA Teams took 1st Place in Accounting, 1st Place Financial Literacy Promotion Project, 2nd Place in Buying and Merchandising, 2nd Place Professional Selling, 3rd Place Business Law and Ethics, 3rd Place Hotel and Lodging Management; plus elected two State Officers, and won a bunch of medals at the…

Newport Police arrest man for shaking baby

A man was arrested Monday after police said he shook his son twice. Police said he allegedly shook his 3-month-old son out of aggression toward a video game system. Jerry Carrier, 26, faces two charges of first-degree assault after incidents in Newport and Charlestown. Police said an ambulance service responded to a home for a 3-month-old in distress in…

Franklin fire leaves the tenants homeless

A fire at 2 Monroe Street in Franklin quickly went to a 2-Alarm shortly after 1:30 pm on last Tuesday. Fire officials say flames were coming from the first floor window of the wooden duplex and climbing up its exterior upon arrival. Police closed Central Street from Sanborn Street to Chestnut Street while Franklin firefighters and mutual aid companies fought the blaze. The fire was…

Deering Fire Chief quits after explosive Selectmen’s meeting

At a recent Deering Selectmen’s meeting, Chair Aaron Gill noted that there was a scheduled non-public session and asked Chief James Tramontozzi to attend. Tramontozzi preferred to have any meeting concerning him to be held in public session. Gill explained that…

Bow man guilty of mail fraud & tax evasion

A Bow man has been sentenced to serve three-and-a-half years in federal prison and pay restitution of more than $1.44 million to three individuals and an insurance company. Frederick V. McMenimen III, 53, pleaded guilty in November to mail fraud, money laundering and federal income tax evasion in connection with a scam that netted him approximately…

John Stark students attend Model UN Conference at BU

Members of the John Stark Model United Nations Club participated in the XIV Annual BosMUN Conference hosted by Boston University from February 6 to 8. This three-day event included 1500 student participants from around the world who gathered to discuss, debate, and problem solve current and historical events and conflicts. Modeled after the…

Boys Basketball

Goffstown 63, Hanover 47. Marcus Haynes scored a game-high 22 points and Tim Comeau finished with 15 to lead the Grizzlies to the win. Manchester West 55, Goffstown 49. West went on a 15-0 run to take a big lead in the third quarter but had to survive a furious Goffstown rally. Tim Comeau had 14 points for Goffstown….

Girls Basketball

Pelham 84, Newport 38. Pelham grabbed 15 of its 27 steals in the second half to pull away. Stephanie Carl was a bright spot for the Tigers with 27 rebounds. Sunapee 63, Hinsdale 37. Katie Frederick and Faith Larpenter led Sunapee with 11 points apiece, while Syd Clark scoreed 10 points and Lexie Hamilton added 7…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 19, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

In New Hampshire – Feb. 2015

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Download In New Hampshire - Feb. 2015 (pdf)Maple Weekend is March 28 & 29, 2015

The New Hampshire Maple Producers Association will be hosting Maple Sugaring Month from March 14- April 5 and the 20th Annual Maple Weekend on March 28 – 29, 2015. Join the fun at a local sugar house! Sugar makers statewide will open their doors inviting the public to share in the centuries-old craft of maple sugaring. Come and talk to the…

Teens rock Rochester Opera House

Load up your family and friends for a great family-friendly day of rock with five fantastic local bands plus a performance by the Oyster River High School Studio Orchestra. Each band, comprised of musicians from ages eleven to seventeen, gets a fifteen minute shot to rock their stuff on the Rochester Opera House stage on Sunday, February 15 at 3:00 PM…

Portsmouth Fire + Ice Festival

Celebrate winter in Portsmouth, New Hampshire at the Second Annual Portsmouth Fire + Ice Festival, Thursday, February 12 through Monday, February 16, 2015, spanning the long Valentine’s Day and Presidents Day Weekend.  It’s winter fun for families and evening entertainment: ice bars, fire pits, hearth cooking/wood fire grilled food, dog sled rides, ice skating, ice sculptures and demonstrations, and music – all coordinated by…

Beekeeping Workshop starts at Canterbury Shaker Village

Are you interested in adding managed honey bee hives to your landscape? With an emphasis on natural methods, the workshop will include a discussion of basic beekeeping terms, basic honeybee biology, the equipment needed to get started, types of honeybees and how to get them. Products and services of the hive will be…

12th Annual Chilly Chili Cookoff

Come and Enjoy… Professional and “People’s Choice” chefs vying for your vote with more than thirty chili recipes. Beef, vegetarian, classic and chicken chili recipes and cornbread tastings will be competing for cash prizes and trophies. Beer, mead and wine tastings. Shopping specials throughout North Conway Village. Children’s activities…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 12, 2015 in IN New Hampshire and Uncategorized. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 13, 2015

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 13, 2015 (pdf)Goffstown’s Cornerstone & Dream Keeper Awards announced

The Goffstown School Board is pleased to announce this year’s winners of the Cornerstone and Dream Keeper Awards. The Cornerstone Award is presented by the Goffstown School District to recognize a staff or community member working within our schools who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in support of…

Newport woman arrested for embezzlement

Vermont State police arrested Barbara Stone, 57, of Newport for embezzlement, following an investigation requested by the town of Plymouth, VT. Authorities say Stone, Plymouth’s Town Clerk and Treasurer cashed several checks written to herself on the Town of Plymouth’s account totaling $20,000. Stone resigned from her position on January 3rd, and will appear in…

Washington Meetinghouse & Safety Complex back on the warrant

After Washington voters defeated last year’s proposed $2.5 million Safety Complex, the Selectmen charged the committee to come in with a proposal not to exceed $1.5 million. Unable to quite reach that target, the committee is now asking voters to support a facility 3,000 square feet smaller that would house…

Former New York Governor in Newport

Former New York Governor George Pataki stopped by Newport Village Pizza and met with a small group. Pataki said retail politics is the way to overcome the establishment backed money campaigns and that is why he was in Newport to talk to people one on one…

Peterborough couple killed in Florida crash

A man and a woman from Peterborough are in critical condition after a vehicle crash in Florida. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Lisa Foley and passenger Patrick Foley, both 47, were struck in the rear by a 2014 Ford Focus driven by Maribelle Ilarraza, 22, Orlando, at mile marker 309 on Interstate 95. The crash happened at 5:20 a.m. Saturday. Upon impact, Foley’s car, a…

Brigham expanding programs while cutting costs

At the last Hillsborough Selectmen’s meeting there was no one from the Park Board present to present the Parks budget. The Park Board underspent their budget in 2013 by $34,000 and $20,000 in 2014. Recreation Director peter Brigham recommended that the budget be cut by an additional

Boys Hockey

Belmont-Gilford 5 John Stark-Hopkinton 3 Jake Blanchette gave the Generals an early 1-0 lead before the Bulldogs went on a run to take a 3-1 lead at the break. John Stark goaltender Josh Gagne made 29 saves on the 34 shots he faced. …

Girls Basketball

Pelham 49 Hopkinton 44 The Hawks stayed close with a powerful Pelham team for the entire night, but back-to-back 3-pointers from Krista Schliman in the fourth quarter pushed the Pythons to the win. Katelyn Symonds scored 13 points, and Sloane White 12 points, with 10 rebounds…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 12, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – Feb. 2015

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Download Senior Lifestles - Feb. 2014 (pdf)Better late than never for retirement planning

If you’re within 10 years of retirement and haven’t done any appreciable planning, you’re not alone. Nearly half of Americans age 50 and older expect to retire later than they hoped, citing financial concerns, according to a 2013 study by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. And while you may be part of that group, keep in mind, it’s better to plan late than…

Liquor Commission hosts 10th Annual NH Wine Week

The New Hampshire Liquor Commission hosted its 10th annual NH Wine Week celebration in January, complete with unprecedented access to nationally and internationally acclaimed winemakers, intimate wine dinners, bottle signings, wine tastings, and for the first time this year, a one-of-a-kind Pinot Noir “camp” seminar. For the past decade, NHLC has turned the…

How to get the best travel deals in 2015

Looking to get more out of your vacation dollar? Before booking, take a cue from the experts. Each year, Travelzoo predicts where American travelers are likely to find the best bang for their buck. Last year, they correctly forecast how European river cruises would offer tremendous value in 2014.  This year they are highlighting five new destinations, including…

Tricks to speed through airport security

No one likes standing in the security line at the airport, and if you are a frequent flier it can be a real hassle. Whether you want to streamline your approach to security or get yourself in a special line, here are travel inspiration website, DreamPlanGo’s suggestions on how to reduce your wait time and reclaim your sanity…

Bruce Marshall & the Nor’Easters

February 20, 2015 7:00 PM$20/All Ages. 34 Papermill Drive, Lincoln, NH. Phone: 603-745-2141. Bruce Marshall & the Nor’Easters play a variety of Bruce’s original music plus a high-energy mix of Allman Brothers Southern Rock, blues, soul and funk. Bruce has performed with Dire Straits, BB King, James Montgomery, Kate Taylor and more. Special Guest Star…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 10, 2015 in Senior Lifestyles and Uncategorized. Closed

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