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In New Hampshire – April, 2014

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Download In New Hampshire - April 2014 (pdf)Spring in to Discover Wild New Hampshire Day

Spring is coming! Saturday, April 19, will be the 25th annual Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, an Earth Day celebration the whole family will enjoy. Admission is free. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. This annual festival brings together exhibits and demonstrations from environmental and…

Fadden’s Maple Sugarhouse wins sixth award for ‘Best Maple Syrup in NH’

Fadden’s Maple Sugarhouse in North Woodstock, NH, has won the Carlisle Trophy for Best Maple Syrup in New Hampshire – for the sixth time. How do they do it? “Everything in our operation is clean, clean, clean,” says proprietor Jim Fadden with a smile. “And I’ll give some credit to the cook!” He also credits the virgin soil, pure groundwater and natural…

Country inns in the White Mountains presents Herb, Food and Beer Tour

What do basil, brews and bittersweet all have in common? Guests visiting the Country Inns in the White Mountains on June 7-8, 2014 will have the opportunity to taste all of these and much more during the first annual Herb, Food and Beer Tour. This celebration of local flavors, combines tastings and tours at…

Children’s Museum of NH: bears, monsters and a mischievous monkey

During the month of April, the Children’s Museum of NH is welcoming a bunch of characters, all related to children’s literature. Two book launch events plus a visit from a perennial storybook favorite will highlight the museum’s commitment to promoting early literacy and getting kids excited about…

Go on Safari at the Nashua Library

At the Nashua Public Library on Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m., join award-winning photographer Ken Harvey as he shares slides of his African safari to the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, a Maasai village, and other sites. See lions, elephants, zebras, and other wild animals at close range as Ken tells…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 27, 2014 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – March 21, 2014

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Download The Messenger - March 21, 2014 (pdf)Names of two Weare Police officers revealed

Weare Police Department payroll records give a clear indication of which two Weare officers were put on administrative leave after the August police shooting of an alleged Manchester drug dealer. Sgt. Kenneth…

Henniker voters approve 19 of 20 Articles on the Warrant 

An unusually small crowd of residents attended Henniker’s Town Meeting Saturday afternoon. Those who attended were in an approving mood as 19 of the 20 Warrant Articles passed, including the $4.1 million operating budget, which was up only…

Ed Andersen is New London’s new Chief

Whipple Hall in New London was packed with friends, family and fellow police officers to celebrate Edward G. Andersen being sworn in as New London’s new Police Chief. Andersen says he has waited sixteen years to…

Hopkinton voters approve $3 million fire station bond

After adding $51,700 to the highway department’s snow removal fund, Hopkinton voters easily passed the proposed $5.9 million operating budget, which will increase the tax rate by only .23/1,000 of valuation. For the fourth time since its inception, voters rejected a proposal to…

Free dental services for Hillsboro-Deering students

Hillsboro-Deering School District is privileged to be chosen to participate in a new pilot program offered by The Ronald McDonald Foundation and Saving People’s Smiles to bring the students of the District FREE dental services. A mobile dental van will be visiting each school to provide comprehensive…

H-D shines at Destination Imagination

Hillsboro-Deering’s Destination Imagination teams did a fantastic job at the regional tournament this Saturday. They showed great creativity, problem solving, and had a lot of fun too. The first ever Hillsboro-Deering High School team placed 1st in their challenge of…

New Hampshire Scholar Athletes Named

The annual NHIAA/NHADA Scholar Athlete Awards Ceremony was held on Monday, March 17th, 2014. Scholar athlete recipients will be recognized for achieving academic and athletic excellence. Senior student athletes are nominated each year by their school principals based on…

Spring Home Improvement special section

Decorating with light captures the fresh spirit of spring. When the Hillsboro Lions Club contacted the Harlem Wizards to appear in Hillsboro, the Wizards promised a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on your face. That promise was fulfilled a dozen times over Monday, as the Wizards’ performance transformed a…

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Senior Lifestyles – March 2014

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Download Senior Lifestyles - March 2014 (pdf)Cooking with Maple Syrup

Pure maple syrup is a wonderful ingredient to use in your favorite recipe as a substitute for white sugar. Check out recipes on our Maple Recipes pages. Maple syrup is 100% natural and contains calcium, zinc, antioxidants, riboflavin and niacin. It can be used in a variety of desserts and baked goods as well as complimenting sour or salty ingredients in salad dressings, glazes for meat, poultry and fish. Substituting Maple Syrup for Granulated Sugar: Instead of 1 cup of granulated sugar in recipes, use ¾ cup of maple syrup. In baking, reduce the liquid by 2-4 tablespoons per 1 cup maple syrup used, add 1/4 tsp baking soda and reduce the oven temperature by 25 degrees…

Easy ways to improve your pet’s quality of life

Across America, veterinarians have witnessed a decline in annual vet visits, resulting in increased rates of preventable diseases in both cats and dogs. In fact, about 54 percent of the nation’s cats and dogs are reported to be obese. As a result, diabetes, heart disease and arthritis are on the rise – diseases that are preventable if…

Crotched Mountain Foundation named Tree Farm of the Year

The Hillsborough County Conservation District recently named Crotched Mountain Foundation the 2013 Hillsborough County Tree Farm of the Year. Certified as a tree farm for the past 27 years, it includes a total of 1247 woodland acres located on the southerly aspect of Crotched Mountain with portions lying within the towns of…

Want a shot at a healthy future? Protect yourself at any age

Many adults don’t visit a doctor unless they feel ill, nor do they think about vaccination as part of their routine, preventive healthcare. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that too many adults skip recommended vaccinations, leaving them needlessly vulnerable to…

Big sporting events drive interest in this year’s hottest locations

Where’s everybody going? The travel forecast for 2014 points to destinations inspired by a whole lot of sportsmanship and team spirit. Hot spots expected to trend this year include North American ski resorts catering to travelers looking for…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 13, 2014 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

The Messenger – March 14, 2014

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Download The Messenger - March 14, 2014 (pdf)Kearsarge bomb scare

The Sutton Police Department is investigating a bomb scare that happened shortly after 1:30 pm at Kearsarge Regional Middle High School last Thursday. Police say a threat was found in one of the school’s restrooms. Students were evacuated immediately and Sutton Police, along with…

Hillsborough voters quietly approve all but two warrant articles 

Hillsborough voters were in a quiet, almost passive mood at Tuesday’s Town Meeting. Of the twenty-two articles on the warrant nineteen were passed with little discussion and no debate. Approved were articles requesting a 6,693,033 operating budget; $2,800 to support senior events; $5,000 for senior trips and $15,000 to purchase a community bus. $150,000 was appropriated for road work which is much…

Antrim voters reject Antrim Wind Energy’s proposed wind ordinance

In the latest chapter of the continuing saga of a potential Antrim Wind Farm, voters, by a margin of 278 yes to 390 No, rejected a proposed zoning amendment which would have allowed construction of commercial wind farms. Amendment 5 sign holders, both pro and con, lined Main Street, attempting to…

Hopkinton approves teachers’ contract and full day kindergarten

Hopkinton voters easily passed the district’s $17,968,362 operating budget and contracts for teachers and custodians. The operating budget prevailed on a vote of 222 to 42 after a brief deliberation about making kindergarten a full day program. The district’s teachers received a new four-year contract after…

Weare students build underwater robots

Students in the Weare Middle School Science Club are taking part in SeaPerch, a collaborative activity that is part of the National Defense Education Program administered by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. This program is based on the SeaPerch Program started by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sea Grant Education program. Four teams in grade 7 and 8 in the Science Club are learning how to build an underwater…

Pair of Claremont women sent to jail

Danyle Morse, 38, of Claremont, the former treasurer of the Sullivan County Humane Society, pleaded guilty to charges she stole $7,200 from the nonprofit group. Appearing in the Sullivan County Superior Court for a plea and sentencing hearing, she arrived with a cashier’s check for the amount of $7,200. She was sentenced to serve six months in the Sullivan County House of Corrections. Bethany F. Beliveau, 21, of 8 Henry St., Claremont, indicted after a mini-crime wave which included…

Cold Springs Peewees take First Place

The Henniker Huskies Cold Springs RV Peewee team took first place in their division at the Maine March Showdown held in the Portland Maine area the weekend of February 28. The Huskies swept all five games to become…

Harlem Wizards give a “Slamtastic” performance before a capacity crowd

When the Hillsboro Lions Club contacted the Harlem Wizards to appear in Hillsboro, the Wizards promised a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on your face. That promise was fulfilled a dozen times over Monday, as the Wizards’ performance transformed a…

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The Messenger – March 7, 2014

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Download The Messenger - March 7, 2014 (pdf)Newport striving to be a “Heart Safe Community”

The Newport Fire Department is participating in the Heart Safe Community Program. Newport is well on its way to being Heart Safe according to Fireman William Hardy. Newport has 22 AEDs and 8 are required to…

HYAA coach charged with felonious sexual assault 

On February 27th, the Hillsborough Police Department received information regarding possible inappropriate contact between an assistant Hillsborough Youth Athletic Association coach and a juvenile player taking part in…

Henniker Selectmen approve OHRV travel on several town roads

The Contoocook Valley ATV Club has about 50 members and most of them showed up for a hearing on their request to travel over a portion of Henniker’s roads. The OHRV trails on the north and south side of town are divided by the Contoocook River and Army Corps of Engineers land with only 3 river crossings available. The proposed ordinance, as drafted by…

Woman injured in Washington accident

A 51-year-old Chelmsford, MA woman suffered serious injuries when she rolled her snowmobile on Highland Lake in Washington. According to New Hampshire Fish and Game, Joan Dillon lost control while making…

Three firefighters injured in Claremont

Three Claremont firefighters were injured Sunday night fighting a fire on 8 Cherry Hill Road in Claremont. The most serious injury is a firefighter with 3rd degree burns to his arms and chest and was airlifted to Brigham Women’s Hospital in Boston. A second firefighter with burns was taken to…

Witness the Harlem Wizards’ Wizardry

The Harlem Wizards are coming to Hillsboro-Deering High School, Monday, March 10th at 7:00pm. The evening promises to be a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on your face! The Harlem Wizards have a unique mission: create awe-inspiring events throughout the country. At a Wizards game, fans will witness…

Boys’ Hockey

Kearsarge 3 Moultonborough/InterLakes 3 Will Aufranc tallied a pair of third period goals a minute apart only to have the Cougars surrender two goals in the last four minutes to force overtime…

Girls’ Basketball Division IV Semifinals

#3 Sunapee 49 #2 Groveton 39 The Lakers jumped out to a 13-3 lead in the first quarter and maintained it throughout the game. Erika Waterman led with a game-high 17 points, Sydney Clark had 16, Katie Frederick 9 and Maddy Fowler added 5. The lakers have a chance to avenge their only loss to Hinsdale when they meet in the Division IV Championship Saturday…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 6, 2014 in The Messenger. Closed

In New Hampshire – March 2014

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Download In New Hampshire - March 2014 (pdf)Celtic Nights at Opera House

Take a glorious journey through song and dance as Celtic Nights captures the essence of the rich heritage of the Celtic people at the Rochester Opera House on Sunday, March 9 at 7:00 PM (Doors 6:00). With beautiful imagery and costumes, eight superb singers, musicians and Ireland’s most talented dancers celebrate…

Through The Lens photography exhibit at Children’s Museum

This spring, the walls of Gallery 6 at the Children’s Museum of NH will take visitors on a visual journey far beyond New Hampshire’s borders. The work of nine regional photographers is being shared in a new exhibit titled “Through The Lens – a Look at our Diverse World.” This exhibit will be on display from March 7 – May 26…

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 15, 22-23, 29-30 and April 5, the Maple Experience offers visitors a chance to learn about and participate in each step of maple sugaring, a treasured rite of spring in…

Mark the calendar for 11th Annual Chili Cookoff Stroll

From 11am – 3pm, North Conway Village celebrates the 11th Annual Chilly Chili Cook-off presented by the Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce, with help from 93.5 WMWV, Magic 104FM, 93.5 FM, and Hannaford Supermarkets. And once again this year, the event has been spiced up a notch with chili cook-offs complete with plenty of additional…

25th running of the Ducks

Jackson, New Hampshire: A recognized quintessential New England Village and a highly visited resort destination plays host to the 25th Anniversary of the running of the Ducks Sunday May 25, 2014. The 25th Anniversary Celebration continues it’s tradition of being a FREE admissions event. Food, Duck Races, Kids Activities, Traveling Train Rides, 5 Minutes of Fame, Jackson Cake Boss Competition and other individual events can be…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 February 27, 2014 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – Feb. 28, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 28, 2014 (pdf)Ed Andersen is New London’s new Police Chief

The New London Selectmen have announced that Edward G. Andersen has been appointed Police Chief tile Town of New London. Andersen began his career in law enforcement in 1997 when he was sworn in as patrolman for the…

Mistrust apparent between Warner Selectmen and Fire Department

The Warner Selectmen discussed the three cost scenarios for the proposed fire station: $2.7 million is the base construction; complete construction on the first floor and limited completion on the second floor; the elevator would also be…

Goffstown boy gets bone marrow transplant

Dozens of people turned out for a Saturday fundraiser for 2-year-old Aybel Martin, the Goffstown boy who is fighting a rare form of leukemia. Aybel has been recovering at Boston Children’s Hospital since he underwent a bone marrow transplant two weeks ago. His family says it is grateful for the…

Fast action saves woman’s life

Goffstown Police Officers Tom Defosses and Konrad Jaworowski responded to a 911 call within three minutes and helped save the life of a woman in a suspected heroin overdose. When they found an unconscious, 19-year-old woman who…

Celebration of Weare’s 250th Anniversary

Heleen Kurk, Weare 250th Committee, told the Board that their Chili and Chowder Fest held on February 8th was outstanding with a full house of all ages in attendance. The historical slide show of east Weare was…

Two New England sports icons host ‘Calling All Sports’ on the Pulse

A pair of New England sports icons have reunited on WTPL, The Pulse 107.7 FM. Bob Lobel and Upton Bell are co-hosting “Calling All Sports” each Saturday from 10am-12 Noon. Few broadcasters have the passion, knowledge and experience of either man. To have them both on the same show guarantees that the listener will be both informed and…

Girls’ Basketball

Newport 36 Kearsarge 27 The Tigers needed this one, having lost six of their past seven games. Newport led 8-6 after the first quarter and went into halftime tied 12-12, as neither team could find the hoop. A 13-8 in the third quarter and a 11-7 fourth opened it up for the Tigers. Stephanie Carl and Kyrstin Kibbey each scored 14 points while seniors Renee Magoon, and Sky Curtis added 2 points each…

Boys’ Basketball

Sunapee 61 Newport 60 They don’t get any closer. after blowing a five point lead and committing a technical foul, the Tigers regained their composure. Alex Gioldassis’ 3-pointer cut the deficit to 58-55, but the Lakers stilled trailed 60-58 with 14 seconds left. Gioldassis then his another three to give Sunapee the lead that would hold up as final shot by Andrew Houde went wide.

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Senior Lifestyles – Feb. 2014

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Download Senior Lifestyles - Feb. 2014 (pdf)Tips for aging in your home

Most people prefer to stay in their home or apartment for as long as possible. The best way to make this a reality is to plan ahead of time to make the amenities in your home as safe and accessible as…

Make 2014 a delicious, well-balanced eating revolution

The following tips include new ways to prepare meals for every season, allowing you to make better choices without sacrificing taste…

Boomers embrace technology to facilitate graceful aging

Generation X and Millennials get credit for being the most tech-savvy generations, but a growing group of baby boomers are demonstrating that the generation gap has nothing to do with digital know-how. Folks 50 and older are embracing technology to…

Daughters of the American Revolution tour state archives

The New Hampshire State Organization Daughters of the American Revolution’s chapter regents and registrars recently toured the NH State Archives, The NH Historical Society and the NH Sate Library. The NH state Archives Director, Brian Buford and our own DAR member Deborah Moore gave an extensive tour and talked about the many items in…

Six hot home design trends for spring 2014

Wood is the new neutral. This season’s strong trend toward wood textures pairs the warmth, richness and texture of real wood with limitless design flexibility. Think wood-textured textiles, tree-printed…

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The Messenger – Feb. 21, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Feb. 21, 2014 (pdf)Sell out expected at HDHS for Harlem Wizards game

A capacity crowd is expected on March 10th when the Hillsboro Lions Club sponsors the Harlem Wizards for a slamtastic performance at Hillsboro-Deering High School. Tickets purchased before the event are…

Arrest at NEC gives new meaning to “Panty Raid”

Henniker police have arrested Cameron Dial, a 20-year-old NEC student from New jersey, on 5 counts of burglary and 13 counts of receiving stolen property. Authorities say Dial took bras and panties and other clothing items from 18 female students who live in the…

Newport Selectmen approve flat operating budget

Prior to presenting his budget to the Selectmen, Newport Town Manager Paul Brown cut $1.1 million from requests made by the town’s department heads. The Selectmen had asked Brown to…

Beihl wants resignation of Antrim Selectman Chair & Town Administrator

The Antrim Selectmen dealt with a rather routine agenda at Tuesday night’s meeting until resident Brian Beihl called for the resignations of Selectman Chair Gordon Webber and Town Administrator Galen Stearns. According to Beihl, ” Mr. Webber and Mr. Stearns can no longer represent the Town of Antrim objectively, due to an inappropriate relationship with…

Poetry Out Loud winner at John Stark

Aliyah Browne was the winner of the John Stark Poetry Out Loud Finals held on February 10. Mackenzie Peacock was runner up. Poetry Out Loud, a national poetry recitation contest, is designed to encourage students to learn about the beauty and power of language. Browne recited…

Girls’ Hockey

Concord 8 ConVal 0  A tough Tide defense held the Cougars to just four shots on goal…

Boys’ Hockey

John Stark-Hopkinton 11 Moultonborough-InterLakes 4  Five second period goals broke the game open for the Generals. Ryan Hawks led the way with a hat trick…

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In New Hampshire – Feb. 2014

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Download In New Hampshire - Feb. 2014 ) pdf)Prescott Farm’s Winter Festival is Feb. 15

On Saturday, February 15th from 11-3 PM Prescott Farm will be holding their 4th Annual Winter Festival and everyone is welcome! Come and enjoy the Farm at wintertime. There will be lots to do for families and friends and all can enjoy a hot cup of cocoa by the bonfire after a nice snowshoe hike or another activity including; sleigh rides…

Five great ways to get out in the mountains and explore

Tis the season to get out and play in the snow in Mt Washington Valley. How? Of course there are 13 ski resorts and XC Centers offering hundreds of trails for everyone from never-evers to thrill seekers. Visit www.SkiMWV.com for update on snow conditions, events and more. Yet, many seek snow fun off the slopes and trails. Here are five great ways to enjoy outdoor adventure throughout…

7th Annual Chairlift speed dating

Are you looking for love this Valentine’s Day weekend? If finding that “certain someone” means finding someone who shares your interests, including your love of skiing/riding, get ready to get lucky. On Saturday, February 15, BlackMountain, in Jackson, New Hampshire will be hosting its 7th Annual Chairlift Speed Dating event…

February fun at Children’s Museum of NH

The month of February often brings New Hampshire’s coldest weather, sending families in search of indoor activities to keep kids entertained. The Children’s Museum of NH will be offering a number of special programs in February, as well as extended hours during February school vacation weeks. Here’s what’s coming up at…

NH Special Olympics

The Special Olympics Winter Games is coming to Waterville Valley! Events include Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snowshoeing…

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