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Virginia Irwin named Newport Superintendent

The SAU #43 School Board spared little time in naming a replacement of retiring Superintendent Michael Marcinkus. Acting at a special meeting that night, the board hired Virginia Irwin as Interim Superintendent for the next 18 months or until a new Superintendent can be hired.

Duncan-Jenkins Trust reports banner year

The Trustee of the Duncan-Jenkins Charitable Trust hosted the trust’s Annual Dinner last Thursday. Trustee Douglas Hatfield was pleased to report that despite the unstable and uncertain stock market since the Trust was established in 2001, it has increased the market value. As of the end of 2010, the market value of the Trust investments was $6,314,300, representing a 20 percent increase over the $5 million it started with. Because of the increased value, Grants Committee was able to make larger grants this year, and expect to have more than $250,000 available for the 2011 year.

Three convicted of animal cruelty

A husband and wife from Deering entered no contest pleas on cruelty to animals charges after 40 cats and one dog were found in their home last year. Randy M. Emery and his wife, Phyllis Emery, entered the plea agreements in the Henniker District Court. Randy M. Emery was sentenced to five months in jail, suspended for two years on the condition of good behavior.

DAR presents area Good Citizens Awards

The Mercy Hathaway White recently celebrated the winners of “The Good Citizen Award” during their Christmas Tea on Wednesday, December 8, 2010. Each of the Good Citizen winners shared a little bit about themselves and their plans for continuing education. The Good Citizen Award is presented to high school seniors who possess good citizenship qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities.

Henniker selectmen trimming the budget

The Henniker selectmen have approved an operating budget of $4,166,675 for presentation at next week’s public hearing, but have indicated that further cuts may be made depending on the sentiments expressed by taxpayers at that hearing. Although the budget is up slightly and would increase the tax rate by only .35/$1,000, Tom Watman indicated he would like to make further reductions resulting in a fl at if not reduced tax rate. Leo Aucoin agreed, saying he would like to see another $50,000 trimmed from the budget. “These are the times you have to make the tough cuts.”

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H-D voters facing a $20 million budget

A large crowd, dominated by teachers, administrators, support staff and parents attended Monday’s H-D School District Budget Hearing. For the second year in a row, the School Board has proposed an operating budget that equals the default budget. This year the figure is $19,713,125.00 up $778,746.00 or 4%. Voters will also be asked to approve a new teacher’s contract which increases salaries $123,277.00 in 2011, and another $209,574.00 in 2012.

Kearsarge voters face $37+ million budget

The 100 plus voters at the Kearsarge Regional School District’s deliberative session yesterday were presented with a pair of budget proposals which each called for more than a $1 million increase over the current budget. The school board is asking for $37.5 while the budget committee has proposed $37.2 million.

The decision: Is Hillsborough pro or anti growth?

The Hillsborough Economic Development Commission recently met with the Planning Board. Commission Chair, Rex Gray said that they wanted to meet with the Planning Board because of a concern that they wanted to present the same face to potential business owners that Hillsborough is a business friendly town. Gray said that people don’t always have a clear vision of what is expected, and if they knew what was required they could be set, but that often it seems that more questions are raised, and more things get added to what is needed.

Peterborough’s Acqua Bistro is closed

A popular Peterborough restaurant has been closed after a 10- year run in Depot Square. Acqua Bistro proprietor Pamela Parker of Hancock, blames increased competition and reduced business for the closing.

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Hospital employees facing salary & benefit cuts

Faced with declining revenues in a poor economy, Monadnock Community Hospital has announced a second round of salary cuts.

Chamber honors Shattuck & Livingstons

The Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 2010 Citizen of the Year is Gilman Shattuck.  Livingston’s Auto Repair and Arctic Cat is the 2010 Business of the Year.

Hillsborough couple escapes Sunday fire

Last Sunday, Hillsborough firefighters rescued an elderly man who couldn’t get up from the kitchen floor as smoke filled his home. The fire started in the breeze-way that connects Fred Hill’s garage to the kitchen of his 25 Center Road home.

Pair arrested for Hillsboro home invasion

Two local men have been arrested in relation to a violent home invasion on December 13th. Brian Boucher, 26, of Hillsboro and Brent Smith, 26, of Deering have been charged with armed robbery in relation to a home invasion at a house on Second NH Turnpike.

Newport applying for state grant

Public Works Director Larry Wiggins and Finance Director Paul Brown met with the Newport selectmen to discuss STP Rural Development Grant & Project Status.

Henniker Chamber helps food pantry

The Henniker Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Holiday Business After Hours at Daniel’s Restaurant. Fifty-five members and guests attended this holiday event.

Peterborough man charged with felony

A Peterborough man was arrested Monday on felony charges for allegedly growing marijuana in his apartment. Jeffrey Orban, 24, of Union Street, turned himself in on a warrant charging him with manufacture of a controlled drug.

National Commander candidate visits NH Legions

Fang Wong, the lead candidate for next year’s National American Legion Commander, paid a visit to New Hampshire over the weekend of November 19-21, 2010. Retired from the Army as a Warrant Officer, his Post is in Chinatown, Manhattan, NY.

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