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The Messenger – June 1, 2012

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Download The Messenger - June 1, 2012 (pdf)Bank employees aid hospitals

Each May, Lake Sunapee Bank holds an employee appreciation night to recognize colleagues who have reached milestones with the company and to promote our “team” atmosphere among those who work in the…

Auditors critical of Town Clerk/Tax Collector

The Hillsborough Selectmen met with Town Clerk/Tax Collector Deborah McDonald to review an auditor’s report critical of her office procedures. Chair Russ Galpin stressed that there was never a question of theft or misappropriation of funds, but…

Weare policeman sues town

Undeterred when his Federal lawsuit against the Town of Weare was dismissed, former police officer Lou Chatel has filed a similar suit in the state’s Superior Court. Chatel, who served as a sergeant with the Weare department from 2003 to 2010 claims he has suffered “extreme…

Former Selectmen Buker and Rousseau critical of Galpin

An agitated Lou Ann Rousseau attended this week’s Hillsborough Selectmen’s meeting to blast Chair Russ Galpin for suggesting a conspiracy to disrupt the investigation into allegations of…

General’s Boosters install Press Box

Thanks to the dedication and drive of the John Stark Generals Football Booster Club and other committed volunteers, a new press box stands watch over the John Stark Regional High School football field in Weare. The three-story structure dramatically improves…

HDHS joins special Olympics Torch Run

On May 31st Hillsboro Police Officer and School Resource Officer Rory Bohanan, along with students and athletes from the Hillsboro/Deering Schools and Farmsteads of NE participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics of NH. They began running at the…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 31, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 25, 2012

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Download The Messenger - May 25, 2012 (pdf)Teacher Evaluations

HDHS Principal James O’Rourke along with teachers John Bramley, Heidi Welch and Noah Denslow briefed the School Board on a unique teacher evaluation program they have been developing which…

Hillsborough bridge enters Presidential debate

Last Friday, about 150 supporters waited under sunny skies, in front of the national press corp, at the Hillsboro Ford parking lot for the arrival of Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney…

Newbury man’s death ruled a suicide

Gary Norton, 45, a 15 year veteran of the Bedford Police Department was found dead from a gunshot wound at his Newbury home last Friday. Criminal charges of theft by unauthorized taking had…

Malfunction at Georges Mills station

Administrator Kim Hallquist informed the New London Selectmen that there was a malfunction at the Georges Mills Pump Station and there was a small release of wastewater onto the ground. Donna Nashawaty, Sunapee’s Town Manager, sent out a Code RED message alerting…

SAU #34 undergoes a major staff restructuring

Interim SAU #34 Superintendent Dr. Gary Murphy has announced a major reorganization of staff at the SAU. Patti Parenteau has been promoted to Assistant Superintendent. The job includes all the duties of Parenteau’s current…

Sunapee supports Fireworks ordinance

A number of Sunapee residents recently spoke in support of the proposed fireworks ordinance. The main concerns were noise, weather and fire conditions and pollution to the lake. There was much discussion on what days would be…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 24, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 18, 2012

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Download The Messenger - May 18, 2012 (pdf)NEC graduation honors deceased classmate

Saturday’s 65th graduation at New England College was both a joyous and poignant event. President Michelle Perkins welcomed the graduates by reminding them that their NEC memories “are a gift you get to keep for the rest…

Henniker Selectmen tackle many issues

The Henniker Selectmen quickly dispatched several items of business before convening two non-public sessions on Tuesday. An irate Dennis Hamel accosted the board with a demand that they…

New London Police Department issues warning

The New London Police Department would like to make you aware of reports from a nearby town of plastic bottles left in mailboxes, on roadsides, driveways or other areas that have been fashioned into explosive…

Warner sets Memorial Day activities

May 28, 2012 – Memorial Day Program by Post 39. Parade, Program, Graveside Services, Bridge Service, Firing Squad. Main speaker is Judge Arthur Robins. Parade steps off at 0800 hours, march to Harriman Monument for wreath laying; then to Warner Town Hall, East Main Street, replacement of American Flag, then…

Contoocook & Merrimack River program

The public is invited to attend a free event at Pats Peak on May 23rd from 6 PM – 8 PM. Due to the findings in the USDA Private Forests, Public Benefits report, the Contoocook and Merrimack river watersheds are ranked #2 and #4 nationwide to experience the most change in water quality…

Two people killed in I89 accident in Hopkinton

Two people were killed earlier in the week on Interstate 89 in Hopkinton when their car left the road, hit a tree and burst into flames. State Police along with Hopkinton Police and Fire Departments, along with…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 21, 2012 in The Messenger and Uncategorized. Closed

The Messenger – May 11, 2012

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Download The Messenger - May 11, 2012 (pdf)New London adds a cop

In an attempt to hold down costs, the New London Selectmen decided not to replace a police officer who resigned to take a position in Concord, which resulted in a reduction in the Police Department’s budget as presented at Wednesday’s Town Meeting. In explaining the public safety portion…

Newport voters are in no mood to spend

The operative word at Tuesday’s Newport Town Meeting was “NO”. Voters rejected the proposed $8.81 million operating budget by a vote of 371-384, leaving the town with the default budget of $8.58 million. Also rejected were…

Hillsboro-Deering DECA Team-5th in the world

Hillsboro-Deering High School DECA ended their competitive year with two recognitions on the international stage at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) held in Salt Lake City, Utah from April 27 – May 2, 2012. Hillsboro-Deering’s DECA team for Virtual Business Retailing represented NH and won several rounds ultimately…

Peterborough EMT contesting dismissal

The Peterborough Select Board recently held a grievance hearing requested by Jennifer Durval who was dismissed from her job as an EMT with the town’s Fire and Rescue Department. Durval was fired after she failed to obtain…

Warner Selectmen are talking trash

Varick Proper, Foreman at the Warner Transfer Station reported that the tonnage numbers are stable. Construction and demolition are showing a slight reduction because of the monitoring; only construction material generated in…

HYAA U-12 Bombers stay undefeated

Grimes Field in beautiful Hillsboro N.H. than it was on Saturday when the Hillsboro Bombers defeated Weare to improve to a 2-0 undefeated season in what started out to be a pitchers duel for the first two innings. The Bombers put 11 year old Sean Morin on the hill for the start of the game striking…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 10, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – May 4, 2012

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Download The Messenger - May 4, 2012 (pdf)Court dismisses suit against Weare Police Department

A lawsuit by former Weare Police Officer Lou Chatel against Chief Gregory Begin, Lt. James Carnery the department and the selectmen has been dismissed in Federal Court. Chatel had claimed that his First amendment rights were…

SEC conducts site walk and hearing on Antrim wind project

After conducting a site walk earlier in the day, a subcommittee of the NH Site Evaluation Committee held a public forum on Antrim Wind Energy’s proposal to construct a 10 tower, 30 megawatt…

Monday fire totals Bennington home

A Bennington family of four returned to their Old Greenfield home late Monday night to find it in flames. Christopher and Pamela Vorhees immediately called the fire department which quickly responded but was…

Peterborough accountant sentenced to jail

Bernard Mullan, 71, who served as the accountant for Peterboro Tool Company has been sentenced to serve 30 months in jail for embezzling $476,900 from the company. He must also serve…

Newport fugitive arrested in Massachusetts

Authorities say a man wanted in Newport for allegedly assaulting two people during a fight was arrested in western Massachusetts. Jeffrey Trainor, 28, surrendered Monday when he was confronted by members of…

Henniker noise complaints resurface at meeting

David and Jean Bowers and Terry Leedham returned to the May 1st Henniker selectmen’s meeting again seeking redress from repeated noise complaints lodged against several…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 May 3, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – April 27, 2012

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Download The Messenger - April 27, 2012 (pdf)Dog dies in Hillsborough fire after alerting occupants

Dupa managed to wake his owner who with his father was able to escape the fire that consumed their home on Merrill Road in Hillsborough last Friday. Unfortunately, Dupa and three of the other four dogs…

Approval of Newport gun range under appeal

Opponents of a shooting range on the John Stark Highway in Newport plan to appeal the ZBA’s approval of the facility. Michael Fisher, a Lempster attorney has been retained to represent a group of…

New London approves Elkins Fish & Game request

Michael Gelcius, president of the Elkins Fish & Game Club met with the New London Selectmen recently to propose a standing agreement between the town and club allowing the club to use the former…

Weare family busted for marijuana

Weare Police have arrested a family of four on charges that they conducted a small marijuana growing operation out of the basement of their Holly Hill Farm Road home. Arrested were…

American Legion host Junior High Oratorical Contest

Over 70 American Legion members, family and friends witnessed a thought provoking contest at the Legion’s New Hampshire Department’s finals of the 2012 Junior High School Oratorical Program held at…

Antrim Police warn of phone scam artists

According to a recent press release from the Antrim Police Department, residents statewide have been receiving telemarketing calls, reportedly from the NH Association of Chiefs of Police, asking for donations to aid the families of slain…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 April 26, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – April 20, 2012

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Download The Messenger - April 20, 2012 (pdf)Teachers contract revote

Undeterred by its defeat at the polls in March, the John Stark School Board has decided to again ask voters to approve a new tw0-year teachers contract. Board vice-chair Mark Zuckerman believes the contract, which would cost..

Hillsborough’s Alex Ager is an Eagle Scout

Alex Ager became Hillsborough Boy Scout Troop 73s newest Eagle scout in impressive ceremonies at St. Theresa Catholic Church Sunday afternoon. A large crowd of family, friends and…

Antrim man arrested on 44 separate charges

After a three a and half month investigation the Antrim and Bennington Police made an arrest involving numerous motor vehicle offenses. Arrested was Tyke Ellis, 34, of Antrim. He was charged with 44 offenses. They include a number of offenses for:…

Vicky Knapp guilty – to serve 30 days

While her husband Carl awaits a jury trial, Vicky Knapp has entered a guilty plead to charges she stole fuel from the Town of Weare during the time Carl was the town’s Road Agent. Her plea agreement called for her to be sentenced to…

New attractions at Mount Sunapee Resort

This summer Mount Sunapee Resort will unveil a new Adventure Park which will include a guided Canopy Zip Line Tour, a Tree Top Obstacle Course, Off-Road Segway Excursions and a Disc Golf Course. The Canopy Zip Line Tour will be…

Newport schools still need improvement

Interim Superintendent Donna Moyers briefed the Newport School Board on the latest Adequate Yearly Progress reports. 7th and 8th graders at Newport Middle School made AYP in both math and reading. If they do so next year also, the school will be taken…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 April 19, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – April 13, 2012

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Download The Messenger - April 13, 2012 (pdf)Antrim man ejected from car on I-89

An Antrim man apparently fell asleep at the wheel while traveling on I-89, causing his 2005 Subaru to bounce off a guard rail before crossing into the left lane and striking a Chevy Cavalier driven by Peter Kelpakgian, 24, of Warner. Police reports indicate that Christopher Richard, 31 of Antrim was…

Antrim & Bennington schools may be closed

Faced with declining enrollments, the ConVal School District has established a committee to study potential models to consolidate its 8 elementary and 2 middle schools. Some of the models contemplate closing…

HDMS students asked to join “Rachel’s Challenge”

Hillsboro-Deering Middle School students and staff spent the day Wednesday in assemblies and work sessions learning about “Rachel’s Challenge”, a national program modeled after the writings of Rachel Joy Scott, the Colorado teenager who was the first person killed during…

Over 300 attend Newport’s Peeps Diorama Contest

Fran Huot, the program coordinator at Newport’s Library Arts Center was thrilled with both the participation and attendance at the Center’s 1st annual “Peeps Diorama Contest” last Saturday. Over 300 people viewed the…

Hopkinton guidance counselor arrested for assault

Hopkinton High School Guidance Counselor Eugene Fox of Henniker has been placed on paid administrative leave after his arrest on charges that he assaulted his 75 year-old uncle last Friday. Fox is charged with second degree assault for allegedly …

 

 

Published by QuillDesign on 1 April 12, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – April 6, 2012

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Download The Messenger - April 6, 2012 (pdf)Gun range approved

Attendance at the Newport ZBA hearing was so large that in addition to the 40 or so people who were seated, an additional 10 had to watch the proceedings on TV in the entrance to Town Hall. The hearing was on Strum Ruger and Mountain View Gun Club’s application to open a shooting range on…

H-D teachers propose new staff evaluation policy

HDHS teachers Heidi Welch, John Bramley, Brian McGinn and Noah Denslow presented a Proposed Revised Professional Evaluation Program as part of the School Improve Grant and the Department of Education at the HD School Board meeting on Monday. While HD has been ahead of many other schools in this area by using the…

Two new Eagle Scouts in Weare

Troop 24 in Weare New Hampshire is very proud to announce that Nicholas Metcalf and Tyler Lacasse have earned the rank of Eagle Scout.  Both boys were celebrated at an Eagle Court of Honor on Sunday, April 1, 2012 surrounded by family, friends, and their fellow scouts of Troop 24. Both Nick and Tyler have been…

Peterborough’s $11.7 million budget OK

With less than 2% of the Peterborough’s registered voters present at Tuesday’s Deliberative Session, all articles were approved for including on the warrant. Although some questioned the need…

Newport Zoning Board OK’s gun shop

Guns were again the topic at the Newport ZBA when Rocco A. & Melissa Saccento applied for a Variance to permit the additional mixed use of a gunsmithing/sales business at property that already contains a Home Business of a bakery and a family residence. The property is located at…

Antrim considers non-resident fee at Gregg Lake

Celest Lunetta and Barbara Reynolds of the Antrim Parks & Recreation Commission met with the selectmen to touch bases before their joint meeting with representatives of the ConVal School Board to review the agreements involving use of the Antrim schools and Shea Field. The schools and gym are owned…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 April 5, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

The Messenger – March 30, 2012

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Download The Messenger - March 30, 2012 (pdf)Drug sweep at Newport Middle/High School

At their last meeting, Interim Principal Donald Hart gave the school board an update on the recent lock down and drug sweep at Newport Middle/High School. He reported that the lock down drill was…

Dollar General plans 10,545 sq. ft. Newport store

Fresh from its approval in Hillsborough and recent application in Bennington, Dollar General Stores have announced that it wants to build a store in Newport. If approved the Dollar General store will be…

Laconia Savings supports The Grapevine

Laconia Savings Bank is proud to donate $1,000 to The Grapevine Family & Community Resource Center towards their “Guiding Good Choices” program. The Grapevine Family & Community Resource Center invites parents of children ages 9 to 14 years to participate in a free workshop called Guiding Good Choices® that research shows is effective in preventing alcohol, drug and tobacco…

Former Deering man arrested for child porn

Dana Moody, 44 of Clark Hill Road in New Boston was arraigned on five felony charges of possession and distribution of child pornography. The arrest results from images and videos of…

Sunapee student in NH Geography Bee

A Sunapee seventh grader participated in the 2012 NH Geographic Bee held at Keene State College on March 30th. Should he win the NH competition, Connor Fleury would be awarded…

Heritage Museum seeks items for display

Volunteers at the Hillsborough Heritage Museum are busy creating new display for the 2012 season. Our main display this year will be centered around…

Published by QuillDesign on 1 March 29, 2012 in The Messenger. Closed

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