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The Messenger – March 11, 2011

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Colby-Sawyer student wins design contest

The N.H. Committee to Oversee the Public Works Employee Memorial has selected Colby-Sawyer student Relsie M. Lee, a senior graphic design major from Wilmot as the winner of its design competition. The memorial will honor N.H. public workers who were killed while performing their duties and will be constructed on the grounds of the N.H. Department of Transportation building in Concord. For her winning design, Lee will be able to work on the project with the committee to fine tune the final design and she will receive a $1,200 scholarship…

Former Governor Peterson has cancer

His family recently announced that former New Hampshire Governor Walter Peterson, 88, has lung cancer and will be seeking treatment at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon. His son, Andrew said that the cancer was discovered recently when doctors checked on symptoms that his father, who has been in good health all his life, had. Peterson was governor of New Hampshire from 1969 to 1973…

Newport water & sewer rates

Water and sewer users in Newport are facing a 10% increase on their bills. The new water rate has been set at $5.89 per 1,000 gallons, and the new sewer rate at $9.31 as opposed to the current rates of $5.35 and $8.46. The Newport Selectmen approved the new rate schedule Monday night. Finance Director Paul Brown said the increases were needed to cover updating equipment at the sewerage treatment plant to deal with the phosphorous issue…

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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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Senior Lifestyles – March 2011

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Download Senior Lifestyles - March 2011 (pdf)How to choose the best financial advisor for you

You know the importance of saving for retirement, but do you have the time and know-how to accomplish your financial goals? In an increasingly busy world, it’s possible that keeping close tabs on your investment accounts isn’t exactly realistic.

Taking a vacation? Secure your home first

Four to five minutes—that could be the difference between whether or not your return home from vacation is ruined by a burglar. According to experts, that’s the maximum time most thieves will spend trying to break into a house before giving up in search of easier prey.

Future-proof your home with universal design

If you’re a homeowner, you probably consider your home to be a long-term investment. But have you thought about future-proofing your house to maximize its value? Is your house large and accessible enough to raise a family? Is it possible that your in-laws may move in one day? Are you planning to stay in your home after you retire?

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In New Hampshire – March 2011

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Currier & Ives Maple Sugar Weekend and Progressive Dinner

Rosewood Country Inn, The Candlelite Inn, and Henniker House offer Two Night Getaway where Maple is The Key Ingredient. As spring approaches in New Hampshire, the days get longer, temperatures rise and buckets and tubing appear on the roadsides to herald the start of maple sugar season. To celebrate this annual event, three country inns in the Sunapee region have joined together to offer a Currier & Ives Maple Sugar Weekend and Progressive Dinner, March 18-20.

Romantic hot spots in Mount Washington Valley

Been looking for love in all the wrong places? If you’re not in Mt. Washington Valley, NH, you’re not in the right spot for love. Check out these HOT SPOTS for romance in the shadow of the Northeast’s tallest peak.

2nd Annual Murder Mystery Weekend set

“A Taste for Murder”, the Lincoln Woodstock Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd Annual Murder Mystery Weekend, will take place April 16 & 17, 2011. The event leads sleuths throughout the towns of Lincoln and Woodstock, finding clues, interviewing suspects, and trying to solve the mystery.

Green Traditions concert at Capitol Center

Green Traditions Concert and Celebration featuring renowned Irish piper Paddy Keenan,Réagánta, and other local Irish musicians and dancers, March 5, 2011, 8pm at the Capitol Center for the Arts. Local Green Fair Highlighting Regional Green Initiatives and Vendors Starts at 6:30pm.

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NH Homes & Home Improvement – March 2011

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement - March 2011 (pdf)DIY-challenged: Three easy tricks for floor to ceiling

If you’re among the millions of American homeowners who’ve decided sprucing up the home you have is more cost-effective than moving into something newer or bigger, you may be looking for some easy ways to improve your living space. If you’re not a seasoned do-it-yourselfer, you could consider calling in the pros – but that would fly in the face of your efforts at frugality…

Houseplants: Good for home and health

Bright blooms, the smell of fresh cut grass, and a warm breeze may be missing this time of year, but there are ways you can brighten up the indoors and bring some summer gardening back into your life. Houseplants create a fantastic distraction for passing the winter doldrums as we eagerly await summer…

Home trends

Something old, something new. Something borrowed, something blue. While typically the refrain for most brides, this adage holds equally true for the top home decorating trends for the coming year…

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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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Senior Lifestyles – February 2011

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How to stay healthy, and avoid making a difficult decision

Health officials emphasize that Americans should stay home from work when they are sick, but for many, the decision is hard to make. The best way to avoid staying home – and protect your health – is to take precautions to help you stay healthy. Here are a few tips to help you stay well and working this flu season and beyond…

Aging in place allows you to keep your heart at home

Home really is where the heart is. Upon retirement, 90 percent of Americans age 60 and older choose to stay right where they are, according to 20 years of data from the U.S. Census Bureau. And because so many Americans are aging in place, they’re looking for ways to make their homes safe and comfortable for the long term. Here are some modification ideas to help you keep your heart right at home:

Secrets of budget travelers that everyone should know

Budget travelers are a unique breed – they have a tireless dedication to finding the best deals, a keen sense for sniffing out hidden surprises and, usually, a mental database of ways to save money when they’re doing what they love most: traveling. In light of the economy, almost every American traveler has become a budget traveler. Prices in many destinations are going up and airfares are hitting new highs, but it’s still important to many people to get in a family vacation or a friends’ getaway. For those who are new to the budget travel game, a few tips can come in handy

Get help for the most common, most ignored type of pain

If our teeth ache, most of us will quickly head to the dentist for treatment. But if your feet hurt, do you just chalk up the pain as a discomfort of modern life? Sadly, most of us do. Most Americans say they have foot pain at least some of the time, and more of us have pain in our feet than in any other part of our bodies we consider vital to health, such as skin, teeth or even the heart, according to a recent survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association. Yet feet rank lowest on the list of body parts and functions that Americans consider important to their health, the APMA study shows.

How to get in shape while doing your household chores

Tackling items on your household to-do list is a great way to spruce up your home, while also toning your body. However, the repetition of some household chores can lead to injury, so it’s important to take the proper precautions to keep you healthy while you get in shape. Here are a few ideas for getting active around the house and how to avoid injury while tackling these projects…

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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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