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Home Front – Spring 2015

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Download Home Front - Spring 2015 (pdf)Cyr Lumber & Home Center opens Warner store

With the sun shining down, a crowd gathered at Cyr Lumber & Home Center in Warner for the grand opening celebration. Founder of the company, Ron Cyr, cut the ribbon as members of his family and others looked on. The Cyr family purchased the former Hamilton Building Supply Company on Route 103 last summer, and have been remodeling, updating and stocking the…

Choosing the right window for your kitchen remodel

What are the hottest updates for homes in 2015? The kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in the home to remodel, and for good reason. According to HGTV and Trulia, a kitchen update is one of the secrets to selling your home…

Over-the-top outdoor improvements for DIYers

Upgrading your outdoor space is not only uplifting, it’s practical, too. A great backyard expands your living space, enhances your enjoyment of your home and can boost resale value. To truly take your outdoor spaces to the next level, though, look to projects that offer a big “wow factor.” Many are well within the capabilities of most do-it-yourselfers. You can find detailed…

Give your landscaping a no-maintenance makeover

Low- and no-maintenance features top the list when making over outdoor living spaces because less time maintaining means more time enjoying. Low-maintenance landscaping outranks native plantings, water features and food/vegetable gardens according to the…

Busting first-time homebuyer myths

Myth: It takes a 20 percent down payment to buy a home. Reality: Required down payment amounts vary by type of loan and they are on average much smaller than people think. Last year, the median down payment for all first-time buyers was 6 percent, according to the…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 21, 2015 in Homefront - Quarterly Home & Garden Guide. Closed

The Messenger – May 22, 2015

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Download The Messenger - May 22, 2015 (pdf)Weare Selectmen standing firm on hiring part-time Police Chief

After several hours of testimony at a pair of public hearings, Weare residents made clear their opposition to the Selectmen’s decision to offer a three year, part-time contract to Interim Police Chief Sean Kelly. Although there was unanimous praise for Kelly, as a person, and for the job he has done over the last six months, opposition centered on…

Accomplice to Charron murder paroled

Kevin Paul, an accomplice of Gordon Perry, who shot and killed Epsom police Officer Jeremy Charron in August 1997 has been granted a conditional parole. This was the fourth time Paul has appeared before the board. He claimed to be rehabilitated, but Fran Charron, Jeremy Charron’s mother, said she’s not surprised by the board’s decision, but she’s not convinced that…

Newport brush fire quickly contained

Newport firefighters triggered a first-alarm brush fire assignment, which brought in tankers from Lempster, Goshen, Sunapee, New London and Newbury, forestry units from Sunapee and Claremont, and an off-road vehicle from Lempster, to battle a fire about 300 yards behind a home on Old Goshen Road. Fire engines couldn’t reach the blaze from the road, so water had to be brought up using thef…

Campers banned from Transfer Station?

Weare Public Works Director Redmond would like to have campgrounds in town prohibited from using the Transfer Station as are other businesses in town. The Town takes the trash generated from the campgrounds from May to October, which accounts for approximately 4,000-5,000 additional residents. Redmond realizes that the campground owners do pay taxes on the land, but the town doesn’t get any additional money from the campers. He would like permission to notify the campground owners that in…

Twelve arrested in multi-agency drug sweeps in Franklin

The Franklin Police Department along with Merrimack County Sheriff’s Department, NH Attorney General’s Office Drug Task Force, and NH State Police arrested two men and two women in a city wide sweep for allegedly dealing drugs. Arrested by the NH Attorney General Drug Task Force for drug sales were: David Bridges, 34, George Labraney, 39, Allison Noyes, 35, of Franklin and Tia J. Reed, 19, of Hill.Warrants obtained from investigations and…

Boys Sports

BASEBALL – Campbell 13 Bow 4: The Falcons trailed the Cougars 4-2 at one point, but Campbell’s offense kicked into high gear, extending the lead to 10-2 before Bow was able to scratch out two more runs. Evan Vulgamore was 3-for-3….

Girls Sports

SOFTBALL – Franklin 8 Bishop Brady 5 (9 inn): Rachael Capri hit the go-ahead two-RBI double in the top of the ninth. She scored on the play when there was a collision in the outfield, making it 8-5. Hailey Haskins pitched the complete game for the win….

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 21, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 15, 2015

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Download The Messenger - May 15, 2015 (pdf)Bow Police arrest three people on drug charges

Bow Police arrested Gregory Davies, 31, of Windsor, James P. Putnam, 28, of Tilton, and Sarah Monette, 25, of Hooksett, at the Hampton Inn on South Street in Bow after being alerted to possible drug activity at the hotel. Officers learned Davies had an outstanding felony warrant, issued by the Concord Police, for the sale of…

Water line delays repairs of Paige Hill Road – who is responsible?

Lee Minnich, Goffstown Village Water Precinct Superintendent and Robert Bissonette of 76 Paige Hill Road met with the selectmen to discuss a problem with a private water line under Paige Hill Road. Lee said that the Town was going to be doing construction on Paige Hill Road starting this month, but there is a 2 inch private water line that leads up to a…

Missing Newport muskets returned home

Chairman Nichols said there used to be three musket replicas in the Civil War Memorial on the Common. He said they went missing in the 60’s and due to budgets, they were never replaced. Chairman Nichols said that a member of the Towle School Class of ’55, Bruce Maxham, offered to donate whatever needed to be done to bring those muskets back to the Memorial. Between the efforts of…

312 Colby-Sawyer graduates told to celebrate the ‘Rougarou’

The 312 graduates at Saturday’s Colby-Sawyer College’s 177th Commencement ceremony received varied messages from a Grateful Dead song to the bayous of Louisiana. College President Thomas C. Galligan Jr. said he recalled the song “Scarlet Begonias,” by the Grateful Dead. “There is a youthful arrogance to that song,” he said, that the graduates can learn from. “Well I ain’t often right, but I’ve never been wrong, it seldom turns out the way it does in the song. Once in a while you get shown the light, in the…

Pats Peak Ski Patrollers recognized as tops in the Eastern Region

The Pats Peak Ski Patrol has been recognized by the Eastern Division New Hampshire Region of the National Ski Patrol as the 2015 Outstanding Ski Patrol. To be named an Outstanding Ski Patrol, a resort’s rescue team must distinguish itself on multiple levels including its training standards, development of safety procedures, public service the patrol members perform in addition to the rescue during the…

Boys Sports

LACROSSE – John Stark 10 Timberlane 9: Timberlane rallied for three goals to trim Stark’s four-goal deficit to one in the final four minutes, but the Generals held on. Brody Fredericks led with 5 goals, and 2 assists…

Girls Sports

LACROSSE – John Stark 11 Goffstown 10: The Generals led 4-1 before the Grizzlies rallied to lead 65 at the half. Lizzie Brandt tallied 5 goals and Liz Neal made 8 saves in the final 25 minutes to seal the win…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 14, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

Senior Lifestyles – May 2015

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Download Senior Lifestyles - April 2015 (pdf)$5 cans of nothing support the NH Food Bank

With 1 in 9 New Hampshire residents not knowing when or where their next meal is coming from, New Hampshire Food Bank and the Citizens Bank Foundation announced that they are teaming up to do something about “Nothing.” The NH Food Bank, a program of Catholic Charities New Hampshire, launched the third annual “Nothing Campaign,” a month-long effort to raise awareness and critical funds to support the struggling population of more than…

Senator Ayotte praises Medicare payment reforms

A new way for Medicare to pay doctors, approved in a bipartisan U.S. House vote, will sail through the Senate, according to Sen. Kelly Ayotte, R-N.H. The state’s junior senator was the keynote speaker at a legislative briefing for New Hampshire business leaders, hosted by the Business and Industry Association. She praised a 392-37 vote by the House of Representatives on a bill to repair the formula for…

Tips to manage pain from arthritis in a natural way

One in five adults in the United States now reports having doctor-diagnosed arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For those living with the chronic pain of this disease, learning how to manage arthritis is crucial to the health and happiness of millions of…

How to plant your summer garden from scratch

Planting a garden from scratch can sound like a daunting task, especially for those who are new to the hobby. But with the right knowledge, you can plan a successful, fruitful green space and expect to have a great harvest. One way to get a head start on your garden is to start your…

Tips that you can use to trace your family’s past

Were your ancestors humble farmers or wealthy nobility? Did they travel to find their fortune or have they always lived close to your current home? Exploring your genealogy can be fascinating. In the 2010 U.S. Census, 34.7 million Americans claimed Irish ancestry, the nation’s second most frequently reported ancestry, representing more than seven times the…

Tips for buying French wine from a head wine maker

Choosing a wine from a menu or the shelves of your local wine shop can be daunting. Despite wanting to try something new, you might find yourself consistently reaching for the same bottle you know for fear of making the wrong choice. However, a whole wine world is ready to be explored. Why not start with a classic: French wine? Frédéric Barnier, Head Winemaker of Maison Louis Jadot in Burgundy, France, offers easy…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 7, 2015 in Senior Lifestyles. Closed

NH Bride & Groom – April 2015

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Download NH Bride & Groom - April 2015 (pdf)Unexpected ways to make your destination wedding unforgettable

Wedding planning season is in full swing and trend forecasts show more brides selecting destination weddings than ever before. Not only are destination weddings an affordable alternative to massive traditional weddings of past generations, they also make it easy for couples to create a customizable wedding that perfectly suits their personalities…

Personal style redefines tradition for engaged couples choosing tableware

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. The well-known saying may seem cliche, but the adage defines tabletop trends for spring wedding registries. Engaged couples are steering away from the conventional choices made by their parents’ generation. Experts say they are instead opting for personal style over tradition. They’re blending patterns, shapes and…

Secrets to creating the shabby chic wedding

Wedding trends come and go, driven by many cultural influences, but few are as enduring and romantic as shabby chic/shabby glam. With its perfect combination of elegance and softness, bright sparkles and gentle hues, a shabby chic wedding complements the individuality and beauty of…

Money-saving wedding-planning tips for any budget

Weddings can be expensive, and most brides and grooms need to establish a budget before they start planning the wedding so they can afford to get hitched. Many couples are now getting married later in life and paying most or all of the costs themselves, so it’s important to start budgeting sooner than later. The following tips will help you and your…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 7, 2015 in New Hampshire Bride and Groom. Closed

NH Bride & Groom – Jan. 2015

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Download NH Bride & Groom - Jan. 2015 (pdf)Beauty basics; a guide for looking your best

As many busy women know, a daily beauty regimen requires effort and time, but it also has a significant payoff. Keeping your outward appearance healthy and youthful inspires confidence — a glow everyone around you can see. With convenience and ease in mind, here are a few tips that…

Questions to ask before hiring your wedding photographer

How do you find the right photographer? As you begin the interview process, here are 10 questions to help you determine if you’ve found the best photographer for your wedding…

Wedding checklist

12 months or more before the wedding. Announce your intention to marry to BOTH sets of parents. Arrange to have them meet if they haven’t already. Determine type (formal, semi-formal, informal), style and theme of the wedding. Sit down with your fiance and ALL parents and discuss the wedding budget, and who will pay for what…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 7, 2015 in New Hampshire Bride and Groom. Closed

In New Hampshire – May 2015

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Download In New Hampshire - May 2015 (pdf)Wildquack Duck River Festival and Duck Race

Jackson, New Hampshire: A recognized quintessential New England Village and a highly visited resort destination plays host to the 26th racing of the Ducks Sunday May 24, 2015. The Wildcat River will have almost 3,500 yellow rubber ducks racing against each other on their way to the finish line. The Wilquack Duck River Festival has been helping to raise money for…

Canterbury Shaker Village hosts 3rd Annual Heifer Parade

Canterbury Shaker Village will host the 3rd Annual Heifer Parade with Food & Fiddle on Saturday, May 2, 2015 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Cows from Brookford Farm will parade to the historic pastures at the Village at approximately 11:00 am. Admission is free. Maypole dancing, food, outdoor barn dancing, and make-your-own head wreaths, tutus and…

Kites Against Cancer event planned for May 17th

Annual event benefits Oncology patients at Exeter Hospital. The sky above Hampton Beach will be filled with kites of all colors on Sunday, May 17th as a sign of hope and support for those affected by cancer during Exeter Hospital’s seventh annual Kites Against Cancer event. All proceeds from the event benefit The Beyond the Rainbow Fund at…

What’s new in Portsmouth & the Seacoast Spring 2015

Restaurant Week Portsmouth and the Seacoast, Thursday April 9 – Saturday April 18, 2015 – sponsored by the Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, this bi-annual culinary event spotlights the area as a culinary and cultural destination – 75,000 diners join in. www.portsmouthchamber.org/restaurantweek.cfm/ New home for arts nonprofit – As part of the dynamic arts scene, a new home for a contemporary art nonprofits will be opening…

Attractions & more in Mt Washington Valley

From Pentathlons to performing arts, the May schedule of events features plenty of live performances, adventure and family-friendly fun.  The region’s attractions are opening in April and May starting with opening day for the Conway Scenic RR on April 11th and The Cog RR on April 25th. Story Land and Santa’s Village both open a…

May is Member Madness Month at Cheshire Children’s Museum

May is Member Madness Month with doors opening an hour earlier every Wednesday for members only. Enjoy a quieter time with your children during this special time made just for you. In addition, members are invited to bring a guest free of charge every time they visit as well as an additional 10% off in the…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 7, 2015 in IN New Hampshire. Closed

The Messenger – May 8, 2015

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Download The Messenger - May 8, 2015 (pdf)Goffstown Police arrest two men for robbery

Goffstown Police have arrested two men in connection with an armed robbery at Cumberland Farms last week. Arrested were John Kalantzis, 38, of Manchester, and Michael Crawford, 45, of Mont Vernon. The robbery took placet…

Weare Selectmen drop search for new Police Chief – to stay with Kelly

On April 20th, the Weare Selectmen met with nine residents who volunteered on the Police Chief Search Committee. On April 27th the board invited everyone back to tell them that the Board had talked to Interim Chief Kelly last week before interviewing the candidates. After the meeting with Kelly, and the interviews, the Board agreed to…

Two Hillsboro-Deering DECA Teams place 8th in International Competition

Hillsboro-Deering High School DECA recently returned from the International competition in Orlando, Florida with several accolades. The group attended the conference from April 24 – April 29, 2015 and during this event two teams made their way into the finals of their competition and finished in the top…

New season of Peterborough Cruz-Ins

The Peterborough Rotary Club is pleased to announce the first event of the fifth season of Cruz-In 2015 on Sunday, May 10, in Depot Square, downtown Peterborough from 9:00 to 1:00. It is open to all makes and models of vintage or special interest cars, trucks, motorcycles, and…

Cyr Lumber & Home Center holds Grand Opening of Warner store

With the sun shining down, a crowd gathered at Cyr Lumber & Home Center in Warner for the grand opening celebration. Founder of the company, Ron Cyr, cut the ribbon as members of his family and others looked on. The Cyr family purchased the former Hamilton Building Supply Company on Route 103 last summer, and have been remodeling, updating and stocking the shelves ever since…

Kjellman critical of non-action on Henniker’s School Playground

The Henniker Community School Board had an eventful meeting Wednesday night. It began with a tribute to former Board Chair Gary Guzouskas and ended with the resignation of Principal Katherine McBride. Guzouskas was presented with a gift in recognition of his many years of service to the District and McBride announced that she was resigning to become Principal of Hooksett Elementary School. The Guzouskas presentation was followed by an extended Public…

Boys Sports

BASEBALL – Nute 4 Sunapee 3: Cole Cruz was 3-for-4 with a double and two runs scored. He also pitched the first four innings, and struck out nine, walked one and allowed just one hit and one unearned run. Ben Robinson tossed three innings, gave up three runs — one earned — struck out four…

Girls Sports

SOFTBALL – Franklin 27 Stevens 0 (5 Inn): A 15-run fourth inning full of walks and errors propelled the Golden Tornadoes to victory. The Tornadoes amassed 14 hits in total while being walked 13 times…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 7, 2015 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 1, 2015

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Download The Messenger - May 1, 2015 (pdf)New Boston Police officers to assist in Francestown

New Boston Police Chief James Brace informed the selectmen that Francestown’s Police Chief and some staff resigned a month ago. Francestown’s Town Administrator approached Jim asking if the New Boston Police Department could help cover Francestown with four hour patrols at…

Sunapee Police replacing their firearms

Sunapee Police Chief David Cahill asked the selectmen for permission to trade some surplus firearms to a local gun dealer, for a reasonable price, in trade for ammunition. If the Town were to sell the guns, then the money would go back into…

Bell Tower in Goffstown SAU’s Administration Building to be replaced

Superintendent of Schools Brian Balke recently gave the Gofftown Selectmen an update on the status of repairs to the bell tower in the Wight Building. The School Board has authorized an engineering study to look at its structural integrity. The plan is to…

Bow police arrest one suspect, the second remains at large

The Bow police are looking for Keenan Hibbard, 29, who fled from the police Tuesday night and is wanted on outstanding arrest warrants. The police arrived at 59 Knox Road in Bow on Tuesday night, the home of Kathleen Hibbard, to assist the Merrimack County Sheriff’s Department with a civil matter. Two residents – Tess Hibbard, 27, a wanted fugitive, and her brother, Keenan – fled out the…

Antrim asked to adopt a UTV ordinance

Jason Leclerc and Rick Edmunds attended the recent Antrim selectmen’s meeting to request that the town adopt an ordinance allowing UTVs (Utility Vehicles) to operate on certain town roads. In the area, Henniker has adopted such an…

Dunbarton speeding stop results in DWI 2nd arrest

On Saturday, April 18th a Dunbarton Police Officer initiated a motor vehicle stop on Stark Highway North for a speeding violation. Upon making contact with the operator, an adult male from Nashua, the officer determined that he may be impaired by alcohol. Field sobriety tests confirmed the officer’s suspicion and the driver was…

Boys Sports

BASEBALL – Sunapee 6 Pittsfield 2: The Lakers led 3-2 after four and shut the door to improve to 4-0. Will Palin went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and two RBIs, Cade Robinson was 1-for-2 and drove in two runs, while Nick Ducharme doubled and scored…

Girls Sports

LACROSSE – John Stark 15 Hopkinton 4: With the Hawks playing with six freshmen in the lineup, the Generals’ experience proved to be the difference. Rylee Ledoux had 4 goals and Lizzie Brandt 3 for Stark. Tess Masci scored 2 goals for Hopkinton…

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

The Messenger – April 24, 2015

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Download The Messenger - April 24, 2015 (pdf)Goffstown Selectman Nicholas Campasano resigning

Nicholas Campasano, Vice Chair of the Goffstown Select Board informed his fellow members Monday night that he has accepted the position of Director of Fire Services of Wake County North Carolina, effective on May 26th. Campasano currently serves as Deputy Chief of the Manchester Fire Department as well as a Goffstown Selectman. He told his collegues that…

Free dental care for area school children

The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile is a traveling dental office complete with 2 exam rooms, waiting room and digital x-ray machines will be visiting areas schools in May. The unit will be at…

Hillsboro-Deering varsity baseball joins Operation Hat Trick

The Hillsboro Hillcat Varsity baseball team has played 3 games but they have yet been on a field for practice. They finally got out this past Saturday but it wasn’t the diamond they were on. The Hillcats may be 0-3 on the young season but on Saturday they came home feeling victorious…

Three area minors facing alcohol charges

As a result of a motor vehicle stop for speed and a defective muffler and making contact with the male operator, Sergeant Brian Lord detected a distinct and sustained odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from the interior of the vehicle driven by Stephen Frosch, 18, of Antrim. An investigation revealed all occupants were…

Hopkinton officials act quickly in face of rumored school “shoot-out”

Early last Friday morning a parent e-mailed Hopkinton Superintendent Steve Chamberlain saying her daughter did not want to attend school after reading an e-mail that student “X” was going to shoot up the school. The Hopkinton High School Administration, Superintendent’s office and the Hopkinton Police Department worked throughout the morning, and eventually determined the rumor, which quickly spread through social media, was…

Boys Sports

BASEBALL – Fall Mountain 8 Hillsboro-Deering 4: The Hillcats fell behind 8-0 before rallying for two in the fourth, keyed by the single from Brandon Soules. H-D loaded the bases in the fifth but didn’t score and plated two in the seventh…

Girls Sports

LACROSSE – Kearsarge 8 John Stark 7 (3OT): Anna Stowell’s second goal late in the third overtime gave the Cougars a hard fought 8-7 victory over the Generals. The Generals were up by a pair before Kearsarge scored two goals in the last 21 seconds of the second half to force the game into overtime, 6-6, then nailed another goal with 26 seconds left to tie the game 7-7 at the end of the first overtime…

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

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