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The Messenger – April 8, 2011

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The New London Hospital has received a $10,000 gift from an anonymous donor. The gift was to the William P. Clough Extended Care Center in support of the fundraising effort to purchase a new handicap accessible van…

New London man arrested at Airport

A New London man was arrested at Logan International Airport on Wednesday when he tried to bring antique firearms on a plane. Brent Cameron, 44, was arrested by Massachusetts State Police after he attempted to pass through a security checkpoint with two antique firearms…

Monadnock Paper and Local 4-472 agree

It took more than half a year, but the Monadnock Paper Mills and Local 4-472 of the United Steel Workers have finally agreed on a new contract…

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In New Hampshire – April 2011

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Download In New Hampshire - April 2011 (pdf)Fourth Season for New England Lighthouse Tours

This spring, Jeremy D’Entremont will be launching his fourth season of “New England Lighthouse Tours,” with a variety of unique personalized van tours based in Portsmouth, NH. Past tourgoers have called the tours “educational and breathtaking” and the “perfect New England day trip”…

Charlotte Bronte’s classic “Jane Eyre” at Leddy Center

Charlotte Bronte’s magnificent Gothic love story is brought to stirring life as Leddy Center in Epping presents “JANE EYRE”, directed by Elaine Gatchell, April 1-10.

Russian National Ballet Theatre to perform

Celebrate the power of dance with The Music Hall’s annual Spring ballet – this year, Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, Swan Lake, will be performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre on Sunday, April 3, 2011 at 4pm at the landmark Victorian theater in downtown Portsmouth.

Folsom Family Gardening Day set for April 16

The American Independence Museum invites families to celebrate Spring and Patriots’ Day with its new “Folsom Family Gardening Day” to be held on Saturday, April 16 at historic Folsom Tavern.

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The Messenger – April 1, 2011

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Download The Messenger - APril 1, 2011Hillsborough plans for economic development

The Hillsborough Economic Development Committee met recently with Steve Heavener of the Capital Region Development Committee. It was announced that Evelyn Kemp died last week at the age of 103. Doug Hatfield suggested that she should somehow be recognized at Kemp Park…

Local students shine at Keene State

Keene State College’s 11th Annual Academic Excellence Conference will take place on April 2, 2011. This student professional conference is designed to showcase the academic work of Keene State students and the collaborative work between students and faculty…

Sunapee trio busted for drugs in Newport

Three Sunapee men were arrested last Saturday in Newport and charged with possession of marijuana. Two of them were also charged with alcohol-related violations…

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Senior Lifestyles – April 2011

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Download Senior Lifestyles - April 2011 (pdf)Five simple screenings to get on the path to a healthy life

One in two Americans is living with a chronic disease. Chronic diseases are persistent and recurring, and are typically either hereditary or the result of factors such as poor diet, obesity or lack of exercise. Here are five simple screenings as a first step in determining whether or not you are at risk for a variety of treatable – and preventable – chronic diseases…

Maintaining an active lifestyle throughout the years

When it comes to enjoying life, it’s all about your attitude, rather than your age. There are no rules that say you need to abandon the activities that you once enjoyed in your youth. The key is to find a creative balance that fits the realities of what you like to do, and how you currently feel…

How a bike ride can help stop diabetes

Biking is great exercise that benefits your health in multiple ways. Whether you have a regular riding group or simply bike casually on the weekends, enjoying the outdoors on a bike is time well spent, and now a bike ride can make a difference in the lives of others living with diabetes…

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NH Homes & Home Improvement – April 2011

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement - April 2011 (pdf)Five weekend projects this spring

After a long winter across most of the country, people are looking forward to the rites of spring. And one of those cherished activities is the great remodeling project. Here are a few DIY projects to add to your to-do list that will help improve the beauty of your home.

Attaining the perfect patio in 48 hours

Spring is a time of renewal with flowers and trees blooming, grass greening and warmer temperatures bringing us back to the outdoors. But before you can begin to truly enjoy the fresh air – there are many updates needed to help your patio areas recover from the harsh effects of old man winter.

Fail-proof gardening tips from the pros

With so many plant choices, picking the perfect plants that will thrive in your garden can seem overwhelming – even for experienced gardeners. Rather than randomly buying plants that are attractive in the displays and hoping they’ll live once you get them home, there’s a smarter way to shop.

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The Messenger – March 25, 2011

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Three Weare men arrested in cocaine bust

After a lengthy drug investigation which began in late November 2010, the Weare Police arrested several individuals for Possession and Sales of Cocaine…

Lajoie is top Guidance Counselor

Hopkinton’s middle school guidance counselor, Corrine Lajoie, 58, of West Hopkinton, received the New Hampshire School Counselor Association’s “New Hampshire Middle School Counselor of the Year” award last Friday…

Antrim Selectmen rescind Special Town Meeting

The Antrim Selectmen have reconsidered their decision to schedule a Special Town Meeting to vote on six of the eight zoning amendments, removed from the March ballot due to a procedural error. Their action came after a lengthy and contentious public meeting amid charges of illegal and unethical behavior…

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The Messenger – March 18, 2011

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Newport selects its new Police Chief

The Newport Selectmen have named a Newport native as the town’s new Police Chief. Lieutenant Detective James Burroughs will be sworn in on March 31 to replace Chief David Hoyt who is retiring.

Warner voters say yes in about two hours

It took Warner voters about two hours to complete discussion of the town warrant. Approval was given to the proposed operating budget of $2,884,582 along with warrant articles totaling another $350,000…

Henniker school budget squeaks by

Henniker School District voters proved the old adage that “Every Vote Counts.” After about two hours of debate calling for cuts, the proposed $6.6 million 2011-12 budget passed by the margin of 38-37…

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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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