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The Messenger – Aug. 21, 2015

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Download The Messenger - Aug. 21, 2015 (pdf)Goffstown Police investigating 13 recent burglaries

The Goffstown Police are asking residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity observed in their neighborhoods immediately. There has been an influx of residential burglaries and thefts from motor vehicles in the last few weeks. Since July 1st, the Department has investigated thirteen burglaries and several thefts from motor vehicles as well as one stolen vehicle. The burglaries have been happening in…

Hillsboro Historical Society hosts Living History Event

Hillsborough’s 7th Annual Living History Event was a tremendous success, in part thanks to some very special guests who stepped out of the pages of history to appear. Thomas Jefferson, authentically portrayed by…

Antrim woman wins at Special Olympics

Alberta Vayens, 33, from Antrim NH has participated in Special Olympics since she was in the 5th grade. Alberta competes year round in cross country skiing, basketball, track & field and bowling.  Her favorite sport is basketball. She participated in Track & Field at the 2015 Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles. She was awarded a…

New Innovations at Hillsborough’s UPS Store

Hillsborough’s UPS Store is becoming a high technology center with several new product offerings including 3D printing, wide format printing with new materials, and software enhanced mailbox solutions. Using the Hooksett Road UPS Store in Manchester as a hub, several New Hampshire stores can be digitally connected to these advanced…

Franklin Pierce Lake Association hosts ‘Boat-In’ Concerts

In 2014, the Franklin Pierce Lake Association came up with an idea. “Let’s host a drive in concert………but for boats”. Sheer curtains were sewn together to create a massive screen, then the search for a projector and speakers, purchased from auctions and garage sales. Then the concert selection, with most…

Stark students compete in Costa Rica

John Stark students Brooke Shatney and Cara Easter earned a spot on the United States Under-16 National Futsal Team and traveled to Costa Rica in July to compete in a series of international matches, where their U-16 team overwhelmingly won every game. (12-0 win, 12-0 win, 9-0 win) Brooke Shatney was named player of the game after one of the games, and Cara Easter received…

Hillsborough Police, Fire and Asplundh have something to crow about

Hillsboro Police Capt. Ian Donovan reports that last Thursday, campers and staff members at the Hillsboro Day Camp at Manahan Beach reported seeing a crow stuck in a tree. “They said they noticed it on Wednesday, and looked like it had one of its legs stuck,” said Donovan. “The next morning it was still there, about 40 feet off the ground, so we went to…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 August 20, 2015 in The Messenger and Uncategorized. Closed

The Messenger – Aug. 14, 2015

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Download The Messenger - Aug. 14, 2015 (pdf)Franklin City Council to review Ethics Policy

At the last City Council meeting, Franklin Mayor Keen Merrifield mentioned that he had received several complaints about the actions of City Councilors. Merrifield said that although he and councilors are no better than any other…

Feds Say, ‘You can raise the crops but you can’t water them’

The Army Corps of Engineers allows the Hopkinton and Henniker Lions Clubs to maintain a community vegetable garden on its flood controlled Old Concord Road property, but will not allow them to water the crops. For nearly two years the Henniker club has been asking for permission to access the brook which runs behind the…

Bow Police seeking suspect in nine business burglaries

The Bow police are looking for a single suspect in light of a recent spree of nine burglaries. The burglaries all took place on River Road between August 1st and 3rd, and the man pried doors and windows open to gain access to each business. An unspecified amount of cash, a lock box and a bottle of whiskey…

Warner woman injured hiking in sandals

A Warner woman was rescued from Magalloway Mountain in Pittsburg just before 2 pm on Sunday afternoon. NH Fish and Game officials say Rebecca J. Shannon 34, suffered non life-threatening injuries after slipping on rocks while descending a steep portion of Coot Trail. Shannon was carried ½ mile down the mountain to…

Goffstown Republicans host Annual BBQ

The Goffstown GOP hosts its Annual BBQ and First Annual Pine Tree Riot Commemoration.Learn about Goffstown’s part in the American Revolution. Come meet some of the Republican Presidential Candidates and talk face-to-face with them…

Peterborough fireman sentenced for arson

A former firefighter from Peterborough was sentenced to at least four years in prison for a string of arsons in downtown Durham in February 2013. The state asked for up to 25 years in prison for Gregory Potter, 22, while his defense…

Hillsborough Head Start Now Enrolling

The Hillsborough Head Start program is currently accepting applications for the 2015-16 school year. The center is located at 21 School Street in Hillsborough and offers a half day preschool program for children 3 and 4 years of age from Hillsborough and the surrounding communities. The program is free for…

 

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 August 13, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – Aug. 2015

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Download Senior Lifestyles - Aug. 2015 (pdf)Retired but not tired: four things every senior-preneur must do

For some Americans, the best part of life starts at retirement. In a perfect world this new stage of life means no more answering to upper management, battling a 40 hour work week or being stuck in rush hour traffic. They can…

40th NH Highland Games & Festival coming to Loon Mt.

Discover Scotland – no passport required – at the 40th New Hampshire Highland Games & Festival, one of the largest and most diverse Scottish events in the US. The NH Highland Games & Festival, running Friday, September 18, through Sunday, September 20, is a three-day celebration of competitions, clans, living history, and…

Carlyle Place receives Silver National Quality Award

Carlyle Place, a Courville Community, has been selected as a 2015 recipient of the Silver – Achievement in Quality Award for its outstanding performance in the health care profession. The award is one of three distinct awards possible through the National Quality Award Program, presented by the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). The competitive award program highlights select…

Happy, healthy how-tos from 100-year-olds, 10-year-olds

Spinning and yoga classes are no longer reserved for only the young and restless. Take a closer look around, and you might just find that it’s great-grandparents who are out-pedaling you on the stationary bikes. In fact, according to…

Are you prepared to take a 30-year vacation?

Summer is vacation season. However, before the week or two of fun begins comes the hard part – planning and packing. There are so many things to consider depending on the type of experience a person wants to have and…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 August 6, 2015 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

The Messenger – Aug. 7, 2015

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Download The Messenger - Aug. 7, 2015 (pdf)Motorcyclists seriously injured in Franklin collission

Two motorcycle riders were airlifted by helicopters to hospitals last Thursday morning after colliding with a tractor-trailer. According to Franklin Fire Department Captain Bruce Goldthwaite, when rescue crews arrived at the scene on South Main Street they found two adult motorcycle riders with “significant injuries” on the road. Neither motorcycle rider was…

Crispin House’s Juvenile Diversion Program accredited by state

Crispin’s House Coalition for Youth is pleased to announce that its Goffstown Area Diversion Program has been screened by the New Hampshire Juvenile Diversion Network Accreditation Committee and continues to meet the requirements of a court approved juvenile diversion program as set forth by…

Circus cancels Contoocook performances

The circus company that operated a tent that collapsed during a severe storm in Lancaster on Monday has canceled its remaining shows of a tour through New Hampshire. A father and daughter were killed and more than two dozen people were injured when a circus tent collapsed Monday night at the Lancaster fairgrounds, the state fire…

Two Dynamic Duos teamed up for Bow’s Sunday night concert

In the first duo is the Bow Rotary Club and Bow Men’s Club teaming up to provide another fantastic evening of food and music. The Bow Rotary Club hosted it’s 4th of 6 free concerts this summer on Sunday night at 6pm at the Bow Gazebo. Each and every week the concerts are held, the Bow Men’s Club faithfully joins the…

Diana Sterling retires from Fire Deparment

Fire Chief Robert Vezina announces the retirement of our dear friend and beloved member Diana Sterling. Recognized for her unconditional dedication, grace, and congeniality, Diana was presented an engraved crystal award. “She will be deeply missed, but we can only feel happy for her after 20-years of service to…

Newport Pastor leaving after 5+ years

Pastor Craig Cowing is leaving the South Congregational Church after serving as pastor to the congregation for five and and a half years. Cowing is taking a position at Rocky Hill Congregation Church in Rocky Hill CT. This will be his last week in NH. Many in the art field may know Cowing for his Iconic Religious paintings, or for his playing of the Tibetan…

 

 

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 August 6, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

In New Hampshire – August 2015

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Download In New Hampshire - August 2015 (pdf)Barn Star introduces Special Events at MidWeek

This year, MidWeek will present a special show exhibit entitled “A Tisket A Tasket” American Baskets from MidWeek Dealers private collections. The exhibit will be housed display cases at the front of the show highlighting the diversity, creativity and usefulness of baskets in the American household and culture. Baskets displayed will be made of…

Multi-Generational Travel in Portsmouth

Traveling with two – three generations is on the rise; e.g.: parents joined by their children (young and/or adult) and the grandparents. One key to a successful vacation is to plan something for everyone. And, the wider the age range, the more options you may want to consider. Portsmouth and the Seacoast offer so many activities to choose from – and most are within easy walking distance so that everyone in your party can find exactly what…

Mt. Washington Auto Road adds new 3-hour guided tours

The Mt. Washington Auto Road has expanded guided tour options with a 3-hour version offering guests additional ways to explore Mount Washington. The Auto Road will now offer 2- and 3-hour versions of their guided tours allowing guests to spend more time exploring scenic areas along the…

Waterville Valley offers challenge: Climb five mountains in a weekend

With more than a dozen 4,000-foot peaks surrounding Waterville Valley, New Hampshire contestants are being asked to climb five of them in a single weekend in a fun hiking challenge. This is Waterville Valley’s 5 Summit Challenge, a 20,000-foot total that is almost the height of the highest point in…

The Fells Fairy House Festival and Tea Party on August 2

Tracy Kane, Award-winning Author/ Illustrator of the Fairy Houses Series® to Appear at The Fells Fairy House Festival and Tea Party on August 2: Leader in getting children outside will read, sign books and greet fans Award-winning Author and…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 July 30, 2015 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – July 31, 2015

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Download The Messenger - July 31, 2015 (pdf)Antrim wind farm under Site Evaluation Committee

The NH Site Evaluation Committee has voted 7-2 to again take jurisdiction of the wind farm, proposed on Tuttle Hill and Willard Mountain, giving the state, not the town, will decide whether the turbines can be built and what mitigations, if any, will be required. Responding to the decision, Henry D. Weitzner of Welden Green Energy, a majority owner in Antrim Wind said in…

Friends of Goffstown Rail Trail donate $11,850 to the project

At the Goffstown Board of Selectmen July 27th meeting, Friends of the Goffstown Rail Trail officers Lowell Von Ruden and David Pierce presented an $11,850 check toward the rail trail construction project now underway. This contribution from the non-profit FGRT organization was made possible by membership donations from trail supporters, and the group’s annual Ski, Skate & Board Sale fundraiser, scheduled…

Hillsborough man indicted for Reckless Conduct

A former Hillsborough Selectman, working as a bus monitor for a Bradford company last May, was indicted on a felony reckless conduct charge accusing him of trying to force a bus with a student on board into a stonewall…

Workman believes permaculture can save Franklin’s downtown

Todd Workman of Gilford, who with his partners owns about a dozen Franklin properties, is leading an ambitious effort to remake the struggling city into a permaculture destination. On Saturday, he led a group of about 30 people on a walking tour of these mostly vacant buildings which hold so much potential…

Bow is facing major bridge repair costs

Bow Town Manager David Stack reminded the selectmen that the State will no longer be liable for meeting their obligation for red-listed bridges in order to prevent lawsuits. Stack had assumed that when a bridge truly fails, the State would move it forward, but based on the DOT’s recent response, that is not the case. Bow’s options are to use funds that are…

David Zuger is Wilmot’s new Police Chief

Wilmot has a new Chief of Police. Former Assistant Chief of Police David Zuger was formally sworn in as Chief at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at the Wilmot town offices by Town Clerk Rhonda Gauthier. Chief Zuger brings 20 years of police work in…

 

 

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 July 30, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – July 24, 2015

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Download The Messenger - July 24, 2015 (pdf)Plan to refurbish Henniker’s Highway Department back on course

After a period of accusation, speculation and hesitation and a contentious meeting Tuesday night, the Henniker selectmen voted unanimously to reaffirm their original plan for replacing the highway trucks damaged in a January fire that engulfed…

Bradford man wanted for parole violation

The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force is seeking Richard Decelle, 47, of Bradford for a parole violation. Decelle is on parole for a conviction and sentence of 2nd Degree Assault by Strangulation. Law enforcement officials say that Decelle has an extensive criminal history dating back to…

Chris Christie impressive at Franklin Town Hall Meeting

The crowd of about about 100 people began gathering early at the Franklin VFW Post last Thursday night to attend a Town Hall Meeting by New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. The GOP presidential candidate was welcomed by Franklin Mayor Ken Merrifield who said Christie has impressed him during recent visits to…

New London Conservation Commission warns of Japanese Barberry

You may love that attractive Japanese Barberry in your garden, with its gorgeous fall colors and leaves the deer won’t eat. But there are two important reasons not to love it. This non-native plant is invasive, and research has shown that the bushes carry a high density of deer ticks…

Memorial bench to honor Justin Rollins

Newport Town Manager Brown informed the selectmen that Mr. and Mrs. Rollins had made a request to put a granite bench in Ransom Tracey Park, in honor of their son, Justin Rollins. Brown explained the historical steps in which the Town had accepted such gifts in the…

Annual Rotary Chili Fest Aug 23rd

To paraphrase that 60’s folk song made popular by the Kingston Trio: Where have all the chili makers gone? Although we have a great mix of professional entries already for this year’s Fire on the Mountain Chili Fest, on Sunday, August 23 at beautiful Pat’s Peak, very few amateur chili makers have signed up to date. Historically, our Amateur Chili makers crowded the field with…

 

 

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 July 23, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

NH Bride & Groom – July 2015

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Download NH Bride & Groom - July 2015 (pdf)Tips to keep stress levels down when planning you wedding

Grab a package of Tums and head for Henniker on Sunday, August For many idealistic brides, being a perfectionist can literally suck the fun (and funds!) out of the entire wedding planning process. Whether it’s indecision you’re grappling with or wanting everything to be “just right”, putting yourself into debt and making everyone else around you, yourself included, absolutely miserable isn’t exactly the greatest way to go about achieving a dream…

Choose the most perfect first dance song for your wedding

There are many moments in your wedding adventure when all eyes will truly be on you and your fiancé. One of those moments is during your first dance. Not the best dancer? Pretty sure you have two left feet? All of that’s okay as long as you choose the most perfect first dance song. If you’re unsure of how to pick a…

Ideas for selecting ideal ceremony site

Selecting the ideal ceremony site sets the entire tone of your wedding. But it’s a bit more complex than visiting a place and determining it’s pretty. You need to also consider the logistics — from the size of…

Tips to make mom radiant for wedding

It’s not just brides who want to look their best at the wedding — so moms, this one’s for you. We asked makeup artist Ramy Gafni, author of How to Fake Real Beauty, how mothers of the bride can look youthful and radiant on their daughter’s (or son’s!) big day…

Keeping guests comfortable in hot weather

With the gorgeous weather and seemingly endless hours of daylight, it’s no surprise that the summer months are some of the most popular times of the year to say, “I do.” But when the heat is on, hearts will melt, and unfortunately, so will other things. To be the absolute best summer wedding…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 July 16, 2015 in New Hampshire Bride and Groom. Closed

The Messenger – July 17, 2015

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Download The Messenger - July 17, 2015 (pdf)Bow’s Public Safety Committee extends bid deadline

Bids for a consultant to assist Bow’s Public Safety Building Committee were due on July 6, but the Town received only one bid. Some members know a few people on the bidder’s reference list and will reach out to those references for input. There was discussion on the bidder’s qualifications. Town Manager David Stack told the Committee that they haven’t…

Seven Goffstown Firefighters receive Heart Saver Hero Awards

Goffstown Fire Chief Richard informed the Selectmen that a number of members of his department received an award at the American Heart Association Heart Ball. They received the Heart Saver Hero Awards for two incidents. Because of the crew’s efforts and treatment, both survived. He commends the crew, which included…

Greater Hillsborough Senior Services wants control over town funds

Things got a little heated at Tuesday’s Hillsborough Selectmen’s meeting as two groups formed to provide services to the town’s senior citizens faced off. The Board had invited representatives of both the Greater Hillsborough Senior Services (GHSS) and the Senior Advisory Council (SAC) to discuss the recent letter from GHSS asking that…

High speed Internet Service proposed for New Boston

Dr. Alexander R. Tambascia and his colleague Robert Brown presented the New Boston Selectmen with a proposal for the formation of a Community Internet Service for the Town. The proposal was to establish a community internet service to provide economical high speed internet access to residents and small businesses. The system would be designed to…

Crash victims’ names are still not released

Nearly two weeks after the death of 17-year-old Trevor Gonyer of Dunbarton in a car crash that severely injured two others, authorities still have not identified the other two teens injured in the crash. Siting a continuing investigation, State Police Sgt. Steven Wheeler in refusing to name any of the occupants, would only say…

Yet another suit against Weare police

Will it ever end? On page one readers will find the story outlining the latex settlement of suits against the Town of Weare and its police department. Now, The Messenger has learned that Jennifer Posteraro, the former administrative assistant who claimed she was assaulted by former Weare police chief John Velleca is now suing the town. In her suit, Posteraro claims that members of the police department conducted two…

 

 

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 July 16, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – July 2015

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Download Senior Lifestyles - July 2015 (pdf)13th Annual Henniker Rotary Club Chili Fest

Grab a package of Tums and head for Henniker on Sunday, August 23rd, for the 13th Annual Fire On the Mountain Chili Fest, sponsored by the Henniker Rotary Club, beginning at noon on the slopes of beautiful Pats Peak Ski Area. This annual festival has become a “must attend” area event. Sample chili prepared by area restaurants and amateur chili makers while enjoying a host of…

Health trumps wealth in retirees’ well-being

Whoever said, “If you have your health, you have everything,” must have been retired. That’s because retirees feel more financially secure when they’re in good health according to new research. And when they feel financially secure, retirees also report they’re enjoying retirement more, they feel fulfilled and are less likely to experience negative…

How men and women experience retirement differently

What’s retirement like? The answer may depend upon whether you’re a man or a woman. Women report more positive experiences in retirement than men, yet also say they are more likely to experience negative emotions, especially stress, according to a…

Forest Society seeks volunteers to clear Monadnock Trails

The Society for the Protection of N.H. Forests (Forest Society) and N.H. State Parks are hosting the 10th Annual Monadnock Trails Week from July 17 to July 21. Volunteers are invited to join conservation professionals and trail maintainers to help restore degraded hiking trails on Mount Monadnock during the five-day event…

Summertime in the Grand North

From paddling the Androscoggin River, hiking the remote Cohos Trail, fishing for trophy northern pike or simply relaxing by the campfire,  summer is in full swing in New Hampshire’s Grand North, and there is literally something for everyone. New Hampshire Grand, the official visitor information source for the Great North Woods and the Northern White Mountains, is highlighting summer activities for every type of vacationer…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 July 9, 2015 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

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