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Senior Lifestyles – Feb. 2015

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Download Senior Lifestles - Feb. 2014 (pdf)Better late than never for retirement planning

If you’re within 10 years of retirement and haven’t done any appreciable planning, you’re not alone. Nearly half of Americans age 50 and older expect to retire later than they hoped, citing financial concerns, according to a 2013 study by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. And while you may be part of that group, keep in mind, it’s better to plan late than…

Liquor Commission hosts 10th Annual NH Wine Week

The New Hampshire Liquor Commission hosted its 10th annual NH Wine Week celebration in January, complete with unprecedented access to nationally and internationally acclaimed winemakers, intimate wine dinners, bottle signings, wine tastings, and for the first time this year, a one-of-a-kind Pinot Noir “camp” seminar. For the past decade, NHLC has turned the…

How to get the best travel deals in 2015

Looking to get more out of your vacation dollar? Before booking, take a cue from the experts. Each year, Travelzoo predicts where American travelers are likely to find the best bang for their buck. Last year, they correctly forecast how European river cruises would offer tremendous value in 2014.  This year they are highlighting five new destinations, including…

Tricks to speed through airport security

No one likes standing in the security line at the airport, and if you are a frequent flier it can be a real hassle. Whether you want to streamline your approach to security or get yourself in a special line, here are travel inspiration website, DreamPlanGo’s suggestions on how to reduce your wait time and reclaim your sanity…

Bruce Marshall & the Nor’Easters

February 20, 2015 7:00 PM$20/All Ages. 34 Papermill Drive, Lincoln, NH. Phone: 603-745-2141. Bruce Marshall & the Nor’Easters play a variety of Bruce’s original music plus a high-energy mix of Allman Brothers Southern Rock, blues, soul and funk. Bruce has performed with Dire Straits, BB King, James Montgomery, Kate Taylor and more. Special Guest Star…

The Messenger – Dec. 12, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Dec. 12, 2014 (pdf)New London Budget Committee studies dispatch fees

Sutton, Newbury and Wilmot have notified New London that they will continue to use their dispatch center in 2015. New London Town Administrator Kim Hallquist says New London usually doesn’t hear back from all the towns until late December. In October Grantham, Croydon, Sutton, Wilmot, Newbury, and New London Ambulance met with Town Officials to discuss the fees for 2015. In November the New London Selectboard voted 2-1 to…

Antrim man collides with fire truck

Saturday morning, just before noon, Antrim Police received reports that a Hancock fire truck, responding to a chimney fire on Smith Road in Antrim, was hit by a 1995 Toyota Camry driven by Alex Murphy, 19, of Antrim, who apparently backed out too fast, crossing the center line and hitting the…

Hillsborough Rec. offering 90 FREE TICKETS to Monster Jam

Hillsborough Recreation Director Peter Brigham has announced that Hillsborough residents of any age are eligible for free tickets to the Monster Jam Big Truck Show at the Verizion Arena in Manchester on January 2nd and 3rd. Messenger owners Leigh & Joyce Bosse have donated…

New Boston fire officials recommend departmental changes

New Boston Fire Chief Dan MacDonald and Fire Wards Wayne Blassberg, Cliff Plourde, Dale Smith and Dick Moody told the selectmen that when they received Fire Inspector Russ Boland’s resignation the fire wards began discussing leadership needs in the fire department organization. They determined there was a need to increase the hours of the…

6th annual “Taste of Hillsboro” event adds crafters

Hillsboro NH Scholars is proud to announce the 6th annual “Taste of Hillsboro” event. The Taste of Hillsboro will be held on Saturday, April 18th at the Hillsboro Deering Middle School in Hillsboro from 11 am to 2 pm. We plan to have many of our local restaurants in attendance to give the community an opportunity to try selected items off their menu. Additionally, this year we are going to invite local artisans and craftsmen to also be part of the event. This event will be free to attend…

Henniker School hosting African artist

This year’s artist-in-residence program for the Henniker Community School’s sixth grade will focus on Africa. In recent weeks, the students have been working with their teachers to gain a greater understanding of the culture, geography, and history of the countries of Mali, South Africa, Nigeria, Guinea, and Kenya in Africa. On December 18 and 19, the sixth grade will work with Nigerian printmaker Segun Olorunfemi creating large block prints of their own design…

Goffstown Selectmen studying locations for Variable Message Boards

Cathy Champagne of Jutras and Ben Barr, representative from Watch Fire LED Signs met with the Goffstown Selectmen to discuss Variable Message Boards. Recently the School indicated it was not interested in partnering with the Town to replace the existing Bartlett Elementary School sign with a variable message board…

The Messenger – Oct. 17, 2014

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Download The Messenger - Oct. 17, 2014 (pdf)Closing ConVal Middle Schools back on front burner

ConVal’s committee comprised of both School Board and Selectmen has recommended that the Conval School Board consider closing all of the district’s middle schools, with elementary schools serving K-8 students. The committee further recommends…

New Boston family wins photo contest

New Boston residents, the Niles family, celebrated the pure joys of summer with The Fresh Air Fund and were among the winners of The Fresh Air Fund’s 2014 Photo Contest. All winners were selected from the hundreds of pictures sent in by volunteer host families across 13 states from Virginia to Maine and Canada, reflecting the memorable experiences they shared with…

Man dies falling off his ATV in Stoddard

A Londonderry man was killed Saturday afternoon in Stoddard after officials say he fell off his ATV. Fish and Game officials have identified the man as Kenneth Degraw, 55, of Londonderry. Officials report the crash occurred on Pitcher Mountain off Route 123 around 3:30 p.m. “The man was riding with friends when he…

Franklin man charged with felony DWI

A Franklin man involved in a crash in Canterbury on Sunday night has died, police confirmed Monday. Joseph Nelson, 24, of Franklin died of the injuries he suffered when the car he was driving crashed off Interstate 93 in Canterbury. State police said Nelson and a female passenger were thrown from the vehicle. The passenger suffered…

Wilmot Community Association hosts Halloween Party

Trick or treaters will find plenty of fun – and goodies too – at the Wilmot Community Association’s (WCA) annual free Halloween Party from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at the WCA’s Red Barn, 64 Village Road, next to the U.S. Post Office in Wilmot Flat. Popular former first-grade teacher Mrs. O (Mary Jane Ogmundson) will kick off the event at 5 p.m. by…

Girls Soccer

Hillsboro-Deering 4 Prospect Mountain 1 Sara Ingalls threw it in to Mara Grady who opened the scoring. Hopkinton 4 White Mountain 0 Lily Scammon netted a pair of goal in three minutes to set the tone…

Boys Football

HD-Hopkinton 33 Londonderry 8 Henry Vianakopolos was 4 for 8 with 3 TD’s while all three of Liam Flanagan’s catches were for touchdowns. John Stark 14 Pembroke 13 Down 13-7 with Pembroke at mid field, the Generals took a stand and stopped them on a third and four to regain the ball. Adam King’s 38 yard punt return set up Drew McQuarrie’s TD pass to Jack McGrade…

In New Hampshire – June 2014

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Download In New Hampshire - June 2014 (pdf)New Hampshire Boat Museum’s Lecture Series

The first in the New Hampshire Boat Museum’s summer lecture series will be held Tuesday, June 10 at 7 pm. The program entitled “Angling in the Smile of the Great Spirit” will be presented by author, speaker, professor, and angler, Dr. Hal Lyon. This program is…

Sippin’ for Seals: Dine and Dance by the Sea to Save the Seals

The Seacoast Science Center is hosting the premier of Sippin’ for Seals, a great night out for a great cause, on Thursday, June 19, 6-9 p.m. to benefit Marine Mammal Rescue and ocean education in New Hampshire. Enjoy fabulous bites prepared by chefs from…

‘SNL’ alum Jim Breuer comes to the Flying Monkey

The Flying Monkey Performance Center is excited to present comedian Jim Breuer on Friday, June 6th at 7:30pm. Named one of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” he’s known his charismatic stage antics, dead-on impressions, and shrewd family observations…

New Castle Village Walk & Garden Tour June 22

Visit a variety of exquisite gardens in Pontine Theatre’s annual New Castle Village Walk and Garden Tour Sunday, June 22, from 1 to 4:30 pm. “Gardens are bursting with flowers and fragrance at this time of…

New features at NH’s White Mountains Attractions

With the arrival of spring, changes at the big attractions in the White Mountains have become more apparent. Additions and expansion projects will be wrapped up and ready for visitors when these popular New Hampshire destinations open their doors for the upcoming summer season…

Black Swan Inn Pirate Festival

During the weekend of May 31st and June 1st of 2014, the Black Swan Inn located at 354 Main Street, Tilton, NH will be transported back in time with a one weekend Pirate Festival! Arrrr! This fun family event will have entertainment, stage combat, pirate encampments, fire breathers, vendors and more! Tickets can be…

NH Bride & Groom – May 2014

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Download NH Bride & Groom - May 2014 (pdf)Local JP receives couples choice award

WeddingWire, the nation’s leading online wedding marketplace, has named Ann Poole of Splendid Ceremonies as a winner of the prestigious WeddingWire Couples’ Choice AwardsTM 2014. The annual awards program recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in…

Affordable yet elegant wedding themes

Who wouldn’t love to say their vows on a tropical beach or on the lawn of an Irish castle? If going to the actual destination is beyond your budget, look for ways to recreate that location’s ambiance closer to home. Live near the shore? Potted palms, combed sand, an…

Bridal registry trends inspire new dinnerware traditions

What are the hot trends of the season in bridal registry? For many bridal couples it is mixing something old with something new to create updated dinnerware designs. The table looks refreshed and renewed while allowing couples to enjoy treasured family…

What wedding invitations suit your personality best?

You have the ring sized, the day set and the venue booked – now it’s time to send out invitations and make your wedding date official. The wedding invitations you select should match your wedding theme and perfectly suit your unique sense of style; after all, they give guests the very first glimpse of…

How to protect yourself from the worst wedding disasters

The reality is most weddings experience a hiccup or two, many of which are minor and even laughable after the day has passed. But some can be more devastating, such as a reception hall that closes before the big day, a stained or lost wedding dress, or your photographer goes out of business right after…

The Messenger – March 21, 2014

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Download The Messenger - March 21, 2014 (pdf)Names of two Weare Police officers revealed

Weare Police Department payroll records give a clear indication of which two Weare officers were put on administrative leave after the August police shooting of an alleged Manchester drug dealer. Sgt. Kenneth…

Henniker voters approve 19 of 20 Articles on the Warrant 

An unusually small crowd of residents attended Henniker’s Town Meeting Saturday afternoon. Those who attended were in an approving mood as 19 of the 20 Warrant Articles passed, including the $4.1 million operating budget, which was up only…

Ed Andersen is New London’s new Chief

Whipple Hall in New London was packed with friends, family and fellow police officers to celebrate Edward G. Andersen being sworn in as New London’s new Police Chief. Andersen says he has waited sixteen years to…

Hopkinton voters approve $3 million fire station bond

After adding $51,700 to the highway department’s snow removal fund, Hopkinton voters easily passed the proposed $5.9 million operating budget, which will increase the tax rate by only .23/1,000 of valuation. For the fourth time since its inception, voters rejected a proposal to…

Free dental services for Hillsboro-Deering students

Hillsboro-Deering School District is privileged to be chosen to participate in a new pilot program offered by The Ronald McDonald Foundation and Saving People’s Smiles to bring the students of the District FREE dental services. A mobile dental van will be visiting each school to provide comprehensive…

H-D shines at Destination Imagination

Hillsboro-Deering’s Destination Imagination teams did a fantastic job at the regional tournament this Saturday. They showed great creativity, problem solving, and had a lot of fun too. The first ever Hillsboro-Deering High School team placed 1st in their challenge of…

New Hampshire Scholar Athletes Named

The annual NHIAA/NHADA Scholar Athlete Awards Ceremony was held on Monday, March 17th, 2014. Scholar athlete recipients will be recognized for achieving academic and athletic excellence. Senior student athletes are nominated each year by their school principals based on…

Spring Home Improvement special section

Decorating with light captures the fresh spirit of spring. When the Hillsboro Lions Club contacted the Harlem Wizards to appear in Hillsboro, the Wizards promised a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on your face. That promise was fulfilled a dozen times over Monday, as the Wizards’ performance transformed a…

The Messenger – Sept. 13, 2013

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Download The Messenger - Sept. 13, 2013 (pdf)New London Remembers

A large and appreciative crowd was on hand as New London marked the 12th Anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001. Campbell Webster’s bagpipes escorted the KRES fifth graders from the school to the Fire Department, followed by a contingent of firefighters and police officers. Fifth grade teacher and New London firefighter Amy Lyon served as MC for the ceremony and introduced…

Girl Scout Council to sell Antrim’s Camp Chenoa on Gregg Lake

The Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains Council has decided to sell Camp Chenoa Girl Scout camp on Gregg Lake, citing declining attendance and girls choosing other Girl Scout programs. CEO Patricia Mellor said, “Although the decision was difficult, divesting of Camp Chenoa will enable us to invest in our other properties, to provide…

Joubert’s sexual assault trial Sept. 23rd

Lawyers for a former coach accused of sexual assault are asking a judge to throw out evidence in the case. Robert Joubert is a former baseball and hockey coach who is accused of sexual contact with a minor. His lawyers have asked a judge to throw out a search warrant, saying it was…

Greenfield school awarded $4,500 grant

The Greenfield Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) has announced that it has been awarded an Artist in Residence Grant from the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts. This prestigious grant will be used to execute a special glass and paint mosaic mural project…

Harvest Moon Festival at Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum

Join the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum as we celebrate the fall harvest with a day of hands-on activities, Native American living history displays, music, crafts, and Native American foods. Help us build a new wigwam. Interact with Native artisans as they demonstrate…

Peterborough child care center under investigation

A Peterborough day care center is facing a state investigation after a woman reported finding two toddlers in the road outside the facility. Angela Hutchinson said she found the childrn outside Monadnock Community Early Learning wandering on Route 202. She believes the younger child wasn’t even 2, and…

FOOTBALL

Lebanon 34 ConVal 0 With 20 new starters, saying the Cougars are inexperienced is an understatement. That inexperience led to turnovers and a 19-0 defect at the half…

The Messenger – Feb. 15, 2013

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Download The Messenger - Feb 15, 2013 (pdf)Newport may eliminate staff to balance budget

In order to present the Selectmen with a reduced town tax rate, Newport Town Manager Paul Brown has proposed eliminating two full-time positions and reducing another to a little over half time. A full-time…

Hillsborough Pride honors the Citizen and Business of the Year

Refusing to let a great tradition die, Hillsborough Pride has announced that it will host an annual banquet honoring Hillsborough’s Citizen and Business of the Year. When it was learned that the Chamber of Commerce would no longer…

ConVal para pleads guilty to sex charges

The former paraprofessional at ConVal High School charged with the felony of attempted aggravated felonious sexual assault and two counts of misdemeanor sexual assault of a girl he knew between the ages of 13 and 16, plead guilty to two misdemeanor counts of sexual assault of a minor as…

Henniker ZBA reverses itself – bans weddings at Tree Farm

The Henniker Zoning Board of Adjustment’s rehearing of the Forester’s Tree Farm case lasted until past midnight last Thursday as both sides presented lengthy testimony. At a prior hearing, the ZBA had overturned the Town Planner’s cease and desist order which prevented…

Chamber to bring the Midway back to New London Hospital Days

New London Hospital and the Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce (LSRCC) are excited to announce the dates for the 89th Annual Hospital Days event and the return of the Midway. This year, Hospital Days will be…

GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Sunapee 77 Wilton-Lyndeborough 33 It was close early as the Lakers led only 16-11 after one, but a 14-0 spurt to start the second changed everything. Erika Waterman led with 18 points with Faith Larpenter adding 14. Seniors Sydney O’Mara, Angelica Aguilera and Mariah Tenney contributed to the win…

The Messenger – Feb. 8, 2013

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Download The Messenger - Ffeb. 8, 2013 (pdf)Sunapee teachers to pay 20% of health insurance

With only three questions and one comment, it took a small group of Sunapee voters took less than a half hour to approve all the articles presented at the school district’s Deliberative Session, including the operating budget of $10,696,896, which is down $3,169 from the current budget and whizzed through…

Celebrating the life of Captain Ron Marziano

Family, friends, co-workers at Monadnock Paper Mill and firefighters from around the State gathered at the Hillsboro-Deering High School gym on Saturday to celebrate the life of Captain Ron Marziano who died January 25th after a…

Man arrested after gunfire in Henniker

Police arrested two men in the Gin Gin Restaurant parking lot in downtown Henniker, one for firing a handgun after being attacked by the other. Joseph Wilcox, 51, of Sutton was charged with attempted aggravated…

Bradford voters face a choice of Town Hall locations

Bradford voters will be given a choice as to where they would like their Town Hall. Article 7 is a petitioned article authorizing the Selectmen to enter into a five year lease/purchase agreement to acquire…

Fourth Annual “Taste of Hillsboro”

Hillsboro NH Scholars is proud to announce the 4th annual “Taste of Hillsboro” event to be held on Saturday, March 23rd at the Hillsboro Deering Middle School in Hillsboro from 11 AM to 1 PM. Many local restaurants will be there to give you…

NHIAA/NHADA Scholor Athlete Awards

The NHIAA and NHADA presented their Scholar Athlete Award to the following Division III high school seniors who have excelled in athletics as well as academics while demonstrating outstanding school and community spirit and leadership:…

The Messenger – Jan. 25, 2013

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Download The Messenger - Jan. 25, 2013 (pdf)$690 Permit fee for building a new house in Newport

As requested, Newport Planning and Zoning Administrator Julie Magnuson returned to the Selectmen with a new Building Permit Fee Schedule based on square footage rather than cost of construction. Although the method was altered, the result was much the same. As now proposed, someone building a…

HDHS’s Heidi Welch one of four finalists for “National Teacher of the Year”

The Council of Chief State School Officers has announced Heidi Welch as one of the four finalists for the 2013 National Teacher of the Year. The other three finalists for National Teacher of the…

Weare school bus involved in accident

On Friday January 18th Officer Nick Nadeau and Chief Gregory Begin of the Weare Police Department along with Weare Fire and Rescue responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a school bus and a vehicle on…

Five people arrested for sale of drugs

A Newport man was among four people arrested last Friday and charged with the sale of controlled drugs. Corey Hale, 24, of Newport was arrested for the sale of cocaine. James Oberfeldt, 29, Judith Hess, 59, and William Mullen, 61, all of Claremont, were also arrested; Hess and Marshall for the sale of…

One hospitalized after Hillsborough fire

One person was hospitalized after a mobile home fire on Wall Street in Hillsborough early Thursday morning. Authorities believe the fire may have started in a bedroom as reported by one of…

BOYS’ BASKETBALL

Hillsboro-Deering 51 Sanborn 48 The Hillcats snapped a four game losing streak with a close win over Sanborn. H-D was up early but Sanborn managed to tie the game at 48-48 with a…

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