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The Messenger – October 21, 2011

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Download The Messenger - October 21, 2011 (pdf)Weare couple arrested at anti-war protest

A prominent Weare couple was arrested on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C last week while protesting the wars in Iraq and Afganistan…

National retailer to locate in Hillsborough

Goodlettsville, Tennessee based Dollar General Corporation, the nation’s largest small-box discount retailer, is coming to Hillsborough. Plans are to locate a store on the corner lot owned by Craigen Maine across West Main Street from VIP Auto…

Beer and cigarettes stolen in Weare

The Weare Police are investigating a burglary at Lanctot’s Grocery in which thieves stole cigarettes and beer. A large battery was thrown through the front window to gain entry…

Newbury reaching out to those in need

Newbury Family Services Director Gail Bostic said Thanks-giving and Christmas baskets will be given out to those who have a need, in coordination with the South Newbury Union Church and Newbury Family Services…

Henniker considers switch from oil to wood

The Henniker Selectmen met with representatives of the Jordan Institute who presented the results of their Energy Audit on eleven town owned buildings; Highway Department, Police Station, Transfer Station, Water Treatment Plant, Fire Station, Town Hall, Waste Water Treatment Plant, Library, Community Center, Historical Society, and Grange Hall…

Secrets to texturing walls and ceilings

When it comes to home decorating, texturing can do for your walls what a good coat of wax can do for your car’s finish – hide a host of flaws. Poorly patched holes, uneven sheetrock, ugly wallpaper and even multiple layers of peeling paint can all be hidden beneath a beautiful layer of texture…

Boy’s Soccer

Bow 7 Hillsboro-Deering 1 The next time we arrange a homecoming celebration, don’t schedule the undefeated, (13-0) #1 ranked Falcons as an opponent. Bow controlled both ends of the soggy field to remain undefeated…

Girl’s Cross Country

Hillsboro-Deering 2nd Concord placed the top five runners at the Hillcat Invitational, finishing with 15 points to beat out host H-D, Conant and Hinsdale. H-D, placed Maggie Girard 10th, Avril Howe 12th, Aspen Dubuque 14th, Brianna Dumeny 16th, and Ainsley Bruno 18th…

The Messenger – October 14, 2011

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Download The Messenger - October 14, 2011 (pdf)Newport man dies from gas fire burns

A spark from a electric drill ignited a gasoline fire which burned a 68-year-old Newport man over most of his body on Tuesday, as reported by Newport Fire Lt. Chris Amos. Clifton Labounty Jr. and his son were using the power tool to drill holes into the gas tank of a pickup truck when the fumes ignited…

Farmsteads of New England unveils expansion

A ribbon cutting ceremony was conducted Saturday morning at Farmsteads of New England, Inc.’s Rosewald Farm in Hillsboro. The recently completed building project included Phase II and III of FNE’s residential complex…

Henniker approves Pats Peak expansion plans

Pats Peak’s plans to add new trails and a lift to the ski area over the next five years were unanimously approved by the Henniker Planning Board Wednesday evening. According to General Manager, Kris Blomback, approval of the $1 million project will not effect any changes in the upcoming ski season, but new terrain will be added by next season, with all of the changes complete in three to five years…

Sunapee schools claim stimulus funds

The Sunapee School Board has agreed to create two temporary positions, funded with $55,000 in federal stimulus money…

Newport School Board at full strength

Howard Shultz was named to the Newport School Board over Leo R. Pacquin by a 2-1 vote of the remaining members. Liz Hennig and Richard Jacobs voting yes, and Jason Avery voting no. Acting Chairman Gordon B. Flint, Jr. held back his vote in case of a tie…

Boy’s Football

Newport 20 Epping-Newmarket 6 Up only 6-0 at the break, the Tigers opened it up in the second half, leading 20-0 before Epping-Newmarket could score…

Girl’s Field Hockey

Hopkinton 5 Conant 0 Brittany Marshall netted the hat trick as freshman keeper Maddy Bergethon was recording her fifth shutout of the season…

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NH Homes & Home Improvement – October 2011

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement - October 2011 (pdf)Dealing with exterior mold & mildew

After the winds have subsided, the rain has stopped and flood waters have receded, many homeowners find themselves facing the real challenge of a hurricane or tropical storm: the clean-up. Even if you are fortunate enough to escape major property damage, you may find your home’s exterior is covered with dirt, grime, mold and mildew, which is common after a storm…

Tips for a great lawn this fall

The approach of fall means different things in different parts of the country. While leaves begin turning from emerald to crimson in Maine, gardeners in Arizona may be just plotting out the vegetable garden. The cooler temperatures and increased precipitation make for an ideal climate in which to give the grass some attention. Taking a few simple measures will kick-off fall on the right foot…

Protect your deck this winter

Before the chill in the air turns into harsh winter weather, clean and protect your deck to prepare it for the long winter months ahead…

A guide for getting through emergency home repairs

From water and drainage systems to electrical and heating/cooling configurations, your home is a complex network of pipes, wires and electrical components that could require an emergency repair at any time…

De-stressing design decisions

Here are a handful of common design decision headaches and a few ideas for curing them:…

Secrets to texturing walls and ceilings

When it comes to home decorating, texturing can do for your walls what a good coat of wax can do for your car’s finish – hide a host of flaws. Poorly patched holes, uneven sheetrock, ugly wallpaper and even multiple layers of peeling paint can all be hidden beneath a beautiful layer of texture…

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The Messenger – October 7, 2011

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Download The Messenger - October 7, 2011 (pdf)Antrim Girls Shelter set to close

Lutheran Social Services, the operators of the Antrim Girls Shelter, the only girls shelter in the state, has announced plans to close the Antrim facility…

Antrim Selectmen vote 2-1 for special meeting

The Antrim Selectmen conducted a public hearing on the Planning Board’s request to place two articles before the voters at a special town meeting. The first was an amendment to the town’s Zoning Ordinance regarding Large Scale Wind Energy facilities in the town…

Selectmen OK hiring new police officer

Henniker Police Chief Ryan Murdough met with the selectmen to introduce the Department’s new part time officer and discuss his need for an additional full time officer and secretary…

Another School Board member resigns

SAU #43 gained a new Interim Superintendent but lost another board member at last week’s meeting. Donna Moyer of Stockbridge, Mass., was appointed the interim superintendent of SAU #43 covering Newport and Croydon…

2,400 Newport customers without power

Over 2,400 (72%) Newport customers were without power Tuesday after electricity burned through a utility pole. Public Service Co. of New Hampshire said an insulator apparently failed, allowing electricity to cut through the cedar pole near a substation in Newport…

Girl’s Soccer

Fall Mountain 1 Hopkinton 0 The hawks outshot the wildcats 11-5 but fell to their third consecutive one goal loss…

Boy’s Football

Laconia 34 John Stark 6 Carson Dunn ran for 90 yards but the Sachems were too powerful…

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In New Hampshire – October 2011

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Jackson NH would like to invite families to join in for a Safe Old Fashioned Community Trick or Treat Block Party for children 13 and under accompanied by their parents. This Trick or Treat Sweet Street fun event will take place on Monday October 31, 2009 Halloween from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM… this is our 5th year of presenting this event…

The McIntosh is a finicky apple

The creamy flesh beneath their thin skin bruises easily, and, more than most varieties, it is essential that they be kept cold after picking, or they go soft. Macs break down easily when cooked, and their flavor, so tart and crisp in the fall, mellows with age over time to a sweeter taste and pear-like texture…

Deerfield Fair features four days of music

Fiddlers and banjo pickers will return to compete at this year’s Deerfield Fair. On the third day of the fair, Saturday, October 1, at 1pm, get ready to hear some of the region’s finest fiddlers compete for cash prizes and the right to be named fiddling champion. On Sunday at 1pm, it’s the banjo players’ turn to take the stage at Relaxation Grove…

Oktoberfest and a new Mountain Obstacle Run

New Hampshire’s Loon Mountain German culture with music, food, and beer at the popular Annual Oktoberfest scheduled for Columbus Day Weekend, Oct. 8-9. New Hampshire’s fall foliage is typically at peak and…

RiverFire comes to Berlin

Voted “Best of NH 2007” by New Hampshire Magazine. RiverFire burns bigger and brighter every year! This year includes children’s Halloween costume parade, bouncy house village, games, face painting, mouth watering food vendors, music, hot air balloon rides & a haunted village. At dusk the fires on the river will light up the sky..

It’s On The House Microbrew Tasting & Auction

Join us for an evening of great tasting and festivities at “It’s on the House,” a microbrew fundraising event benefiting NeighborWorks® Greater Manchester. Attendees of “It’s on the House” will sample a variety of microbrew beer while enjoying music, laughter, a live and silent auction, and..

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The Messenger – September 30, 2011

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Download The Messenger - September, 2011 (pdf)Newport’s Jesse Scott 104 year old WWII veteran

In August, 2011, I traveled to West Ossipee, New Hampshire to interview a gentleman, who is 102 years young and had been in the 10th Mountain Division United States Army, in Italy during WWII. However, I was subsequently advised by an astute reader that her father is 104 years young and is the “oldest 10th Mountain Division veteran of WWII.”…

Hennig named to Newport School Board

Perhaps a woman’s touch can heal the divisions plaguing the Newport School Board over the last several months. At Tuesday’s meeting, Liz Hennig, who lost the election for a seat on the Newport School Board in 2010 election was unanimously appointed to fill the vacancy left by Robert Collins…

Hillsborough to reassess all property in 2012

Diane Freschette of the NH Department of Revenue Administration met with the Hillsborough Selectmen Tuesday evening to discuss the need for the town to conduct a reassessment of property before the end of 2012…

State rules Henniker Police can not unionize

The NH Public Employee Labor Relations Board has rejected the petition seeking to unionize the Henniker Police Department. On June 3rd, the New England Police Benevolent Association filed a petition seeking to be certified as the exclusive representative of the proposed bargaining unit…

Vandals damage Andover school busses

Andover school children got an extra day off after vandals threw rocks through the windows of the school busses last week. All five of the First Student busses were damaged with only the special education bus spared…

Boy’s Football

Newport 30 Newfound 20 Devin Wade ran for 105 yards and a pair of TD’s to lead the Tigers. Alex Gray and Ben Bates also had touchdowns…

Girl’s Field Hockey

Newport 5 Monadnock 0 10 saves from Jenna Sherman preserved the shutout while five different Tigers provided the scoring…

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NH Homes & Home Improvement – September 2011

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement (pdf)Last-chance tax breaks for parents and homeowners

Uncle Sam is handing out a few extra breaks to parents and homeowners on their 2011 and 2012 tax returns. Although the filing deadline is months away, some of these tax benefits require forward planning. Others may influence decisions you make now about child care, college and your home…

Take your home from summer to fall

Bringing your home from summer to fall is simpler than you think. It all begins with taking inventory of your home to determine which nonessential items you can eliminate or switch and where you can add…

Fast fixes for fabulous furniture

Are you tired of your table? Is your dresser looking drab? Don’t worry – it’s easy to update your current furniture with a coat of paint and have it looking fabulous in no time…

Enjoy your backyard all year long with these safety tips

Most of us view our backyard as an extension of indoor living space where we can relax and entertain, where no harm will come to us, our children or our pets. However, from a practical and statistical standpoint, this is an incorrect assumption. Accidents can happen anywhere at any time, and just like you childproof your house, you need to childproof your backyard…

Secrets of a solid home inspection

Selling, buying or just putting a house on the market may raise many questions. Can I get a good price? Are there any problems I should fix prior to listing my house? If I buy this house, will I encounter problems that may make me regret my decision? Having a qualified professional inspect your house prior to putting it on the market – or for prospective buyers, before closing on a sale – can help guide your decision…

What’s your design personality?

Redecorating a room is an exciting way to freshen up your home, but might also seem like a daunting task if you don’t identify with just one conventional style category. Traditional design, for instance, is classic, inviting and elegant, while contemporary design includes more clean lines, modern accents and natural hues. But what if you like a little from each category? With the right tools and a proper balance, you can blur the lines between traditional, transitional and contemporary design to create a room that represents your own unique style…

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The Messenger – September 23, 2011

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Download The Messenger - September 23, 2011 (pdf)Henniker Rep joins House leadership

House Majority Leader, DJ Bettencourt, announced the appointment of Representative Laurie Sanborn (R-Henniker) to the position of Assistant Deputy Majority Leader. Bettencourt said, “Representative Sanborn has proven her leadership skills through the creation of the job and business focused House Business Coalition…

World record set at Antrim skateboard event

Antrim Can/Am Slalom Championships, had over 34 racers, including racers from England, Germany and Canada, as well as from California, Texas, Florida, Colorado and throughout the northeast. The highlight of the weekend occurred on Friday, when Longmont, CO skater and current world champion Joe McLaren set a new world record in the 100-cone tight slalom with a record of 20.687 seconds…

Some Henniker signs may be removed

Originally listed as #6 on the Henniker Selectmen’s agenda, the continuing contro-versy over highway signs was moved to #1 after several citizens addressed the subject during the meeting’s opening “Public Forum…

Carl & Vicki Knapp plead not guilty

Henniker Highway superintendent Carl Knapp and his wife, Vicki recently entered not guilty pleas to Class B felony charges that he stole fuel from the Town of Weare while he was employed in a similar position there…

Robert Collins resigns boards in protest

The fallout over the firing of Interim Superintendent Virginia Irwin continues as former SAU #43 chairman and Newport School Board member Robert Collins resigned on September 14th…

Girl’s Soccer

Hillsboro-Deeering 13 Mascenic 0 Ten Cats scored or assisted, led by Jenna Rheault with 3 goals and Brittany Croatti with a pair. Leah Rheault had 3 assists…

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Senior Lifestyles – September 2011

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Download Senior Lifestyles - Septemer 2011 (pdf)Could CT scans for lung cancer save lives?

Lung cancer kills more people each year than any other form of cancer. However, a recent medical study found that one screening procedure for those who are at the most risk for lung cancer could be helpful in catching lung cancer in its early stages…

Choosing a Health Care Surrogate:

An accident or severe illness can occur at any time, regardless of your age or condition of health, which is why it’s important to discuss your health care preferences with your loved ones as soon as possible…

Give lost pets a voice to help bring them home

One out of three family pets will go missing during its lifetime according to HomeAgain Pet Recovery Service. Finding a lost pet isn’t easy. Here are some ways to help keep your pet safe and to help find your pet if it does get lost:…

What you should know about strategic default

Who would risk the negative impact of defaulting on a mortgage if they didn’t really have to? About 17 percent of Americans who defaulted on their mortgages in the second quarter of 2010 did exactly that, according to a study by Experian, the leading global information services company…

Easy healthy eating tips for on-the-go adults

Decreasing appetite and changes in taste can occur when people get older. This can make it difficult to eat nutritionally balanced meals on a regular basis, and being away from home is one more challenge. In addition, inadequate intake of nutrients is common in older adults…

Catch the fine print – without losing style points

When you have to switch to large print books, or move the food label farther away from you to see how much sodium is in a can of soup, it might be time for you to invest in a pair of reading glasses…

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The Messenger – September 16, 2001

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Download The Messenger - September 16, 2011 (pdf)Masons honor Wieglemans as Community Builders

The Masons of Harmony Lodge #38 have selected Herman and Yvonne Wiegleman for their 2011 Community Builders Award. Since moving to Hillsborough in 1994, the Wieglemans have been involved in all aspects of community life…

Superintendent Irwin given $50,000 payoff

As a result of her abrupt firing, former SAU #43 Interim Superintendent, Virginia Irwin has received $44,673 in termination pay plus benefits including retirement, FICA and Worker’s Compensation which brought the total payoff to approximately $50,000…

Henniker motorcyclist injured

State Police report that a Henniker man was seriously injured Sunday when his motorcycle was hit by a car on Interstate 93…

Science fiction author returns to NEC

Renowned science fiction writer and New England College alumnus, Allen Steele, will give a presentation on what science fiction is and what it isn’t on Wednesday, September 28 at 7:15 p.m. The presentation, sponsored by the Friends of the New England College Library, will be held in the Simon Center at 98 Bridge Street and is free and open to the public…

Boy’s Football

Somersworth 17 Kearsarge 15 Oliver Gallo ran for more than 100 yards in the first half with a touchdown and Jacob Jones 4th quarter YD gave the Cougars a late lead. The Toppers kicked a late field goal to capture the win…

Girl’s Field Hockey

Hopkinton 2 Profile 1 The Patriots opened the scoring but Brittany Marshall’s two goals erased the deficit and gave the winning margin to the Hawks…

Colby-Sawyer College dorms evacuated

A propane leak forced the evacuation of two dormitories and two other buildings on the campus of Colby-Sawyer College Tuesday moring…

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