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The Messenger – March 4, 2011

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Laconia Bank aids Crotched Foundation

Laconia Savings Bank is proud to support the Crotched Mountain Foundation with a $1,000 donation to sponsor the Boston Bruins Alumni verses the Monadnock Wild hockey game. The $20,500in proceeds raised from the hockey game will directly benefit the Crotched Mountain Accessible Recreation and Sports program, allowing disabled children and adults to experience all the joys that universally accessible sports bring.“

H-D DECA students shine at State Meet

DECA’s year started off slowly at Hillsboro-Deering after graduating 27 seniors in 2010. We fully expected this year to be a rebuilding year. We brought 24 to ‘States’ and from that 15 are moving on – I’d say that is pretty good!

Jesse Levine says ‘Thank you and goodbye’

In a recent column, departing Town Administrator Jesse Levine expressed her thoughts on leaving New london after 10 years. “New London has meant the world to me, and I owe a debt of gratitude to everyone I have worked with over the years. In many ways, I feel like I grew up here; I arrived in 2000 as a child and will leave as an adult (more or less), having grown from the experiences of personal and professional challenges. I look back on my time in New London with pride at what we accomplished, sorrow over the people we lost, and affection for the people I will leave behind.

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The Messenger – February 25, 2011

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Newport names Brown interim manager

The Newport selectmen have named Paul Brown, the town’s finance director and assistant town manager as interim town manager. He will begin his new duties on April 30, replacing Dan O’Neill, who retires on that date. Brown will serve as interim manager for up to one year while the Board conducts a search for a permanent replacement.

Newport teens arrested for making bombs

A trio of Newport teenagers may soon face felony charges in relation to a pair of explosions on Oak Street last Tuesday night. According to Lt. Jim Burroughs of the Newport Police Department, the 16-yearolds will be charged with making improvised destructive devices. Burroughs also said that there could be additional arrests before the investigation is done.

Judge will not sit on Weare Police cases

The Supreme Court Judicial Conduct Committee has cautioned Goffstown District Court Judge Paul H. Lawrence for discussing a Weare police lieutenant’s credibility to a prosecutor, but dismissed the complaint the officer filed accusing the judge of abuse of office. Although the Committee voted to dismiss Lt. James Carney’s complaint, finding no judicial misconduct, Carney’s lawyer, state Rep. Tony Soltani, of Epsom plans to fi le legislation seeking removal of Lawrence by impeachment, alleging he violated state law and the Code of Judicial Conduct.

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The Messenger – February 18, 2011

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Levine resigns as New London Administrator

New London administrator Jessie Levine has resigned effective April 15 to become the assistant town manager in Hanover. Levine has served in New London for the past 10 years. In her letter of resignation, she wrote “New London has meant the world to me and I owe a debt of gratitude to everyone I worked with over the years.

Newport mustaches set Guinness world record

They needed 251 mustached men to break the world record, but organizers had no reason to fear as 462 wiskered wonders turned out for Newport’s “Great Mustache Contest” as part of the town’s 95th Winter Carnival last Saturday. To be listed in the Guinness Book of World Records, each man had to stand in line for up to two hours while they signed in before two official observers, were photographed, and filmed before a panel of mustache judges.

No charges filed in Newport fatality

Sullivan County Attorney Marc Hathaway’s decision not to prosecute Melinda Leno for the death of Vicki Goss is disappointing to both the victim’s father and the Newport Police Chief. Hathaway reviewed the Newport police investigation, including statements from 27 witnesses, an accident scene reconstruction, a laboratory blood analysis and a detailed post-collision inspection of the vehicle.

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The Messenger – February 11, 2011

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Marcinkus forced out by school board

While it was originally reported that the sudden resignation of Newport’s Superintendent of Schools Michael F. Marcinkus was due to health reasons, it is now apparent that he was forced to resign after a unanimous vote of the SAU #43 School Board.

Newport to replace its Town Manager

At the recent Newport selectmen’s Forum, several residents had questions about a replacement for Town Manager Dan O’Neill. Margaret Schagen thanked O’Neill for all his years of service and asked if Paul Brown would be Interim Town Manager and what the process for that hiring was.

Virginia Irwin resigns as Newport Board Chairman

Virginia Irwin, Chair of the Newport Board of Selectmen announced that because she was recently named as the interim superintendent of SAU #43, she was stepping down as Chairman of the Board effective immediately.

Hillsboro-Deering voters reject budget cuts

A group of just over 100 voters attended the Hillsboro-Deering school district ’’s annual deliberative session Monday evening. After three hours of polite and subdued discussion the warrant as proposed was passed on to voters unchanged.

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The Messenger – February 4, 2011

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Newport concert to benefit Keith Walker

Keith WaIker, a 1981 graduate of Newport High School has suffered from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for over a decade. Walker, who has two children and a granddaughter, uses a wheelchair and is living with his parents, who are helping to care for him as the disease advances. His care is extremely expensive and has consumed much of the family’s finances.

John Stark team in National Finals

John Stark Regional High School’s 13- member team will represent New Hampshire in the national “We The People: The Citizen and the Constitution” competition in April. The team prevailed over teams from Milford and Nashua North high schools earlier this month to take the state title. Stark also won the New Hampshire title in 2007. The national event is being held in Washington, D.C. from April 29 to May 3.

Rash of residential burglaries in Peterborough

Peterborough Police are investigating a pair of burglaries and one attempted burglary which were reported within hours of each other. The first burglary was reported at Hunt Road where a door was broken down and about $750 worth of jewelry stolen. A second occurred on Middle Hancock Road where again, a door was broken down and the burglar entered the house. No items appear to have been removed from this location. Finally, a woman reported the attempted burglary of her Middle Hancock Road home. Her door was damaged but the thief did not enter the dwelling.

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The Messenger – January 28, 2011

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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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The Messenger – January 21, 2011

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Speed limit remains 50 mph on Newport Road

The New London Selectmen reviewed the data requested from the State of NH regarding the speed study on Newport Road which revealed that the average speed was 49 mph, with a range of 45-55 mph. In the DOT’s opinion, changing the speed limit in this area was unlikely to change the traffic pattern, thus the State does not recommend lowering the speed limit from 50 MPH.

Newport Superintendent gone after 6 months

Michael F. Marcinkus, Superintendent of Schools for SAU #43 in Newport resigned suddenly and last week, leaving the School Board scurrying to name an interim superintendent to lead the Newport and Croydon schools for the rest of the year. The Board immediately met in executive session Friday night to begin the process

New London bond refinancing saves money

New London Finance Officer Carol Fraley, who reported that she had gone back to the banks and three came back with bids (Ledyard did not bid). Lake Sunapee came in at 2.7% for all bonds, including the two presently at Sugar River; Sugar River stayed at 3.25% for the two they presently have and 3% for the new one and did not bid on the longest bond; and Mascoma was 3.51% for the longest one and 2.8275% but only if the town moved its primary bank account to them.

Hillsborough Pride hosts Candidates Night March 2

Hillsborough Pride will again host a Candidates Night at the American Legion Hall from 7-9 PM on March 2, 2011. Candidates for Hillsborough municipal or Hillsboro-Deering School District offices are invited to present their view in this public forum

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The Messenger – January 14, 2011

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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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The Messenger – January 7, 2011

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Antrim officer awarded Life Saving Citation

Antrim police officer Brian Lord was recently awarded the Antrim Police Department’s Life Saving Citation for his actions in responding to the report of a person who was not conscious and not breathing. Antrim Police sgt. Sean Cavanaugh said many of the details of the incident could not be released in order to protect the privacy of the individuals involved. At the incident, Lord took immediate action by performing CPR and getting the resident’s pulse back.

Henniker’s Que Pasa closed by fire

A popular Henniker restaurant has been closed after a fi re authorities say began with the spontaneous combustion of oily rags and caused heavy damage early Monday morning. The owners were present when fi re officials inspected the inside of the converted barn, which also houses building owner Philip Richardson’s accounting Office. The fi re destroyed much of the roof and broke through the restaurant’s second floor, which the family used for food storage and office space.

Newport kicks off a year long celebration

Newport residents kicked off their Semiquincentennial (250th) Year at a gala event on New Year’s Eve at the Newport Opera House. They came to eat and see the shows. Children’s activities included games, face-painting, and a photo backdrop for a commemorative photo. The highlight of the evening was at midnight as the town clock and area church bells rang, there were two blasts from the historic 1847 cannon followed by 250 seconds of fireworks, visible from the common and Main Street area.

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The Messenger – December 17, 2010

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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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