The Messenger – August 26, 2011

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Download The Messenger - August 26, 2011 (pdf)Hancock man drowns in Moose Brook

Hancock Police and firefighters were diverted from Hancock’s Old Home Day Parade to recover the body of Lance Patten, who had drowned in Moose Brook. Patten, 48, of Hancock, his wife and daughter and several of her friends were enjoying a campfire late the night before…

Hopkinton well tests positive for lead

Gary Rondeau met with the Hopkinton Selectmen as his well has tested positive for lead. He currently owns 3 pieces property and he is worried that he will not be able to sell the vacant piece of property…

Alan Genovese resigns as SAU Superintendent

Only weeks after the sudden departure of HD Principal Dixie Tremblay, SAU #34 Superintendent Dr. Alan Genovese has submitted his resignation for health reasons. Genovese will stay on through the opening of school, with his resignation set for just after Labor Day…

Grand Jury indicts a Newport woman

Marjorie Blaisdell, 31, the Newport woman arrested earlier this month for possession of bronze gravestone markers stolen from the graves of veterans in town has been indicted by a Sullivan County Grand Jury on three counts of conspiracy to possess or sell grave site items…

9th Annual Henniker Rotary Chili Fest results

The Henniker Rotary Club sponsored another successful Chili Fest on Sunday. Kerry Uhler of Hillsborough took first place in the amateur division and earned $400 for Child and Family Services of NH, an organization for which he is a trustee…

Are you ready for some Stark football?

In a controlled scrimmage August 20th, 2011 the Generals got some preseason practice when the Milford Mustangs came to Bolton field. Alternating ten defensive and offensive plays, both teams put their best foot forward…

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NH Homes & Home Improvement – August 2011

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Download NH Homes & Home Improvement - August 2011 (pdf)Tips for an eco-friendy lifestyle

As the negative effects of human impact on the environment become more evident, a strong push toward global conservation continues to grow and gather steam…

How roofing brings a custom look to fine homes

For some people, selecting roofing material is an afterthought, but savvy homeowners, remodelers and builders know a beautiful roof creates architectural appeal that can top any other residence in the neighborhood…

Conserve water in the garden

As temperatures rise this summer, so do the risks of droughts. Water shortages can be a threat to your home and community. That’s why it makes sense for Americans to conserve water as a matter of course. The best place to start is right in your own backyard…

Ultimate modern kitchen for entertaining

Want to “wow” guests with your culinary skills and the beauty of your kitchen? Enhanced kitchen designs aimed at allowing homeowners to show off their advanced cooking techniques are one of the hottest kitchen trends…

Set the scene for easy outdoor entertaining

It’s not hard to get people to come to an outdoor gathering on a warm summer’s evening, and it should be just as easy to pull together a memorable affair. To make the most of your time and budget, look for low-maintenance solutions that you can use throughout the season – and in summers yet to come…

Deck and porch railings add decorative style and safety

For years, homeowners considered railing the icing on the cake when considering a deck – it was nice to have, but not essential. Those same homeowners are now realizing that finishing their decks with a complementary railing system can provide the added safety and beauty needed to truly capitalize on their investment…

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The Messenger – August 19, 2011

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Download The Messenger - August 19, 2011Cameron Gagnon honored as Eagle Scout

Saturday, August 6th at Wadliegh State Park a Court of Honor was held for Cameron Gagnon to celebrate his great achievement and present him with Boy Scouts’ highest award, Eagle Scout…

New Web site for H-D School District

The Hillsboro-Deering District has moved to another Web hosting vendor, Edline. They realized over the summer that there has been some confusion surrounding access to the new Web site. The address for the new Web site is the same as the old, WWW.HDSD.ORG…

“The Music Man” plays to rave reviews

Audiences at productions of the Hillcat Summer Theatre over the years have come to expect a flawless, nearly professional performance. This years’ offering, The Music Man, exceeded even those lofty expecta-tions…

Sutton discusses Planning and Zoning

Jennifer Swett, Land Use Coordinator, met with the Sutton Board for a monthly update. She provided the Board with a departmental task log and indicated that the Land Use position could use additional hours…

State revokes Country Kids license

State child care licensing officials have revoked the license held by Country Kids Childcare in Weare after an investigation found that the owner was using corporal punishment, humiliation and other unacceptable practices with some of the children who attended the center…

Deering citizens confront selectmen

A large group of concerned citizens attended Wednesday night’s Selectmen’s meeting to urge the Selectmen to rescind their letter to the Town of Hillsboro which opted out of their contract for recreational services between the two towns…

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The Messenger – August 12, 2011

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Download The Messenger - August 12, 2011 (pdf)Was Dixie Tremblay forced out as H-D Principal?

Recently the Hillsboro-Deering School District issued a press releases announcing the sudden resignation of High School Principal Dixie Tremblay after only one year on the job. Now, we learn that the District will pay Tremblay more than $68,700 in separation pay and accrued vacation and sick time…

Hopkinton Fire Department needs more room

Hopkinton Fire Chief Rick Schaefer has been trying for over a decade to generate support to either expand the current Fire Station or build a new one…

Two motorcyclists die in Hillsboro crash

Two combat veterans died Friday night while attempting to flee from a Hillsborough police officer who was pursuing them for a minor motor vehicle violation…

Weare child care center closed immediately

A Weare child care center has closed following a visit last week from state officials. Inspectors from the Department of Health and Human Services went to Country Day Child Care on Friday. Denise Corvino, chief of child care licensing for the agency, said Country Kids closed voluntarily, and she could not speak about the results of the inspection until it is complete…

Area artisans recognized at Craftsmen’s Fair

The League of NH Craftsmen presented several awards to area artisans, recognizing the creativity and skill of its members during the League’s Annual Craftsmen’s Fair Preview Party, which was held on Friday, August 5…

Bradford and Warner bridges are closed

A pair of area bridges are temporarily out of commission. Bradford’s Bement Bridge is again closed pending completion of further repairs, while in Warner Director of Public Works, Matthew Waite, has ordered the Waterloo Bridge, NH’s covered bridge number 13, closed…

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Senior Lifestyles – August 2011

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Download Senior Lifestyles - August, 2011 (pdf)Tips to maintain an active, safe and healthy lifestyle

Today’s baby boomers are growing older gracefully. And although more than 10,000 boomers each day will turn 65, most are not letting their age stop them from maintaining active and healthy lifestyles…

Is your income affected by your ability to hear?

Baby boomers continuing to work longer in life before retiring might notice a decrease in income.Untreated hearing loss can decrease a person’s income by as much as $30,000 a year, according to a survey conducted by the Better Hearing Institute…

Be your own advocate: Get information you need

Getting a diagnosis of any kind of cancer can be frightening. One of the first things many patients do is learn everything they can about their illness, including what options for disease management and treatment are available. This can be challenging if a person’s cancer is considered rare, which defined by the National Institutes of Health as a cancer that affects fewer than 200,000 people…

Simple summer steps to sell your home

If you plan to put your home up for sale this summer, or if it has been on the market for some time, you might consider investing in a few key updates to improve your odds of attracting a buyer. Focusing on a few influential fixes can drastically improve the home’s overall appearance – and your chances of selling…

Smart savings for summer travel

Whether you’re looking to travel upstate, cross-country or across town for a summer vacation, smart planning and spending is a must-do. For a fun-filled summer vacation that won’t break the bank, remember these tips that are as easy as they are effective:…

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The Messenger – August 5, 2011

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Download The Messenger - August 5, 2011 (pdf)Newport military grave markers stolen

A Newport man and a woman were arrested Wednesday for possessing and selling, bronze markers. stolen from military graves in town. Justin Bennett, 26, and Marjorie Blaisdell, 31, were both, charged with the class B felony of unlawful possession or sale of gravestones and grave site items. The maximum penalty is seven years in state prison and a $4,000 fine…

Marijuana plants discovered in Newport

Newport Police were tipped to a possible marijuana plot and found 58 plants they estimate could have had a street value of about $90,000 if they had matured, been harvested and sold. Police said the plants they found were between three and four feet tall…

New H-D staff members introduced

Three new staff members were introduced to the Hillsboro-Deering School Board at Monday evening’s meeting. Patricia Barry, the new Middle School Assistant Principal comes to HD from Conant High School in Jaffrey where she served as an English teacher and chair of the NEASC Instruction Committee…

Jaye Stilwell is “Employee of the Year”

The Community Alliance of Human Services has named Jaye Stilwell its 2010 Employee of the Year. Stilwell has been employed with Community Alliance since January 2009 and serves as the Site Manager at Maple Manor Apartments; a senior housing complex Community Alliance manages in Newport…

Hillsborough delegation meets with Sen. Shaheen’s staff

A delegation from the Hillsborough Economic Development Commission met recently with Senator Jeanne Shaheen’s State Director, Mike Vlacich, and Special Assistant for Policy and Projects, Scott Merrick, to discuss Hillsborough’s economic future…

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The Messenger – July 29, 2011

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Download The Messenger - July 29, 2011 (pdf)HD High School Principal Tremblay resigns

High School Principal Dixie Tremblay recently submitted her resignation to pursue new challenges. She began serving as principal on July 1, 2010 following Interim Principal Donna Stafford after a very extensive search process. The search committee selected Ms. Tremblay because of her varied experience and background in curriculum, instruction and assessment…

Sparks fly at Newport School Board meeting

Hopes of a reconciliation between members of the Newport School Board were quickly dashed at Wednesday night’s meeting, which began with member Richard Jacobs questioning the Board’s attorney as to when the new teacher’s contract went into effect and if the district was bound by its 4.5% pay increase…

The Fells sets a new attendance record

The Fells Historic Estate & Gardens on Lake Sunapee, the 1891 summer retreat of statesman John M. Hay, set a record for attendance on Thursday, July 7th. Nearly 450 guests visited the property to enjoy the peace and beauty of the grounds, tour the 22-room Colonial Revival house, and stroll through the historic gardens…

Silver Lining Youth Circus comes to Antrim

If it’s summer, it’s circus! Come out to see the Silver Lining Youth Circus at the Antrim Town Gym on July 30th at 11:00 AM. The company of 23 talented troupers from ages 11 to 18, perform juggling, acrobatics, unicycling and more. This show was created by the troupers and many of them play music for it as well…

Poison Ivy poisons two board’s relations

Bad feeling between the Hillsborough Selectmen and the Emerald Lake District Commissioners escalated this week after Commission Chair Bob Hutchinson and Administrator James Coffee filed a formal complaint against Road Agent Bill Goss’ crew with the NH Department of Environmental Services. Replacement of the bridge leading to the district has long been a source of contention between the two boards…

Henniker teen steals two cars, crashes one

On July 21st Henniker Police received a report of a burglary in progress at 1442 Western Avenue. The caller reported that his home had been entered and his car had been stolen and crashed outside of his driveway. There had been an altercation between the homeowner and the suspect, and the suspect fled on foot…

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In New Hampshire – August 2011

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Download In New Hampshire - August 2011 (pdf)Service Credit Union Boston – Portsmouth Air Show announces Final 2011 Lineup

Service Credit Union Boston–Portsmouth Air Show officials held a news conference today where they announced their final performer lineup for the 2011 show and they unveiled site enhancements designed to improve the fan experience at the show.The show, which will feature the United States Air Force Thunderbirds in their first New Hampshire appearance in 25 years, will be held August 13th and 14th at the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease…

78th Annual League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair

Celebrate the spirit of the maker at the Annual Craftsmen’s Fair from August 6-14, 2011. One-of-a-kind jewelry, glass, pottery, prints, metalwork, fiber arts, woodcarvings, weaving, sculptures, furniture, and leatherwork; all handmade by master craftsmen; are on display at the Annual Craftsmen’s Fair…

NH Jump$tart Charity Golf Tournament

The New Hampshire Jump$tart Coalition will be holding its annual charity golf tournament on August 18th at the Stonebridge Country Club in Goffstown, NH. Stonebridge is a highly-acclaimed golf course with a four-star rating by Golf Digest in its “Places to Play” ranking. “Funds raised by playing in the NH Jump$tart Coalition Charity Golf Tournament will help Granite State children learn about personal finances in a direct and meaningful way…

Steve Earle comes to Concord’s Capitol Center

After many years of touring solo and acoustically worldwide, Steve Earle is now touring in support of the album I’ll Never Get Out of This World Alive with his highly celebrated, electric live band The Dukes (And Duchesses) featuring Allison Moorer. Tickets for his August 7 Concord tour stop are on sale now at the Capitol Center for the Arts for $35.00 and $42.50…

Evening lighthouse cruise

Captain & Patty’s Cruises (www.capandpatty.com) is offering a special evening cruise from Kittery Point every Tuesday evening. All proceeds benefit the mission of Friends of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouses to preserve Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse and Whaleback Lighthouse. These benefit cruises are being offered until early September…

Moose Festival to celebrate 20th Year

The Annual North Country Moose Festival, a real success story for the region, will be celebrating its 20th year August 26-28, 2011. New features have been added to familiar favorites in honor of this special year commemorating the area’s most majestic resident—the moose. Thousands pour into the North Country every year to enjoy three days of fun and excitement across several towns…

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Senior Lifestyles – July 2011

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Download Senior Lifestyles - July 2011 (pdf)Maintain an active, safe and healthy lifestyle

Today’s baby boomers are growing older gracefully. And although more than 10,000 boomers each day will turn 65, most are not letting their age stop them from maintaining active and healthy lifestyles…

Granite State Senior Games

Register now for upcoming events. Registration is open for the 24th annual Granite State Senior Games, Aug. 5-28, at venues in the Greater Manchester area and elsewhere. Athletes of all skill levels, age 50 or more, are the traditional attendees. New this year: those of age 45 and up may enter track events…

NH American Legion supports Camp Allen

On Tuesday evening, July 12, 2011, I was privileged to accompany Department of New Hampshire American Legion Commander Bob Blais to Camp Allen in Bedford to witness the presentation of a check for $810 to Camp Allen’s Executive Director Mary Constance…

10 ways to help you prevent hearing loss

Hearing loss affects more than 34 million Americans. If detected early, it may be a preventable chronic disease. Here are 10 ways to help prevent, delay or reduce the extent of hearing loss…

Protect your financial future by thwarting identity theft

What are you doing right now to protect the nest egg that’s essential to your future financial well-being? “Retirees are a favorite target for identity thieves,” says Jennifer Leuer, general manager of Experian’s ProtectMyID….

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The Messenger – July 22, 2011

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Download The Messenger - July 22, 2011 (pdf)Greenfield teenager shot while hunting

On July 19th New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Law Enforcement received a call from New Hampshire State Police regarding a hunting-related shooting incident in Peterborough. N.H. Fish and Game Conservation Officers responded to a wooded area near Old Dublin Road in Peterborough, where Peterborough Police had reported that 16-year-old Cody Boutwell of Peterborough shot his 16-year-old companion Matthew Sandquist of Greenfield while hunting coyotes…

Domestic disturbance leads to drug bust

While responding to a domestic disturbance between a man and woman Friday night, Antrim Police discover a stash of marijuana plants and drug paraphernalia. After the officers conducted an investigation, it was determined that the man was the victim of an assault, and he was transported to Monadnock Community Hospital with injuries from bites…

Antrim Planning Board ignores invitation to meet

Representatives of Antrim Wind Energy met with the selectmen to discuss how to proceed now that the NH Site Evaluation Committee has taken jurisdiction over the anticipated Tuttle Hill Wind Farm. The company confirmed that it will file its application before the end of the year, having met with several NH and Federal agencies which would have input over the project…

Dalzell named “Volunteer of the Year”

The New Hampshire Historical Society has named Jeff Dalzell of Hopkinton its 2011 Volunteer of the Year. Dalzell, an architect with degrees from Williams College and the Harvard School of Architecture, was recognized for volunteering his time and expertise to lead the Society through a space needs evaluation and long-range facilities planning study. ..

New Jersey chef brings it to Hillsborough

Hillsborough Pride’s ribbon cutting chair Jack Wells accompanied by Chamber of Commerce Rep. Meg Curtiss welcome J. Marino’s Italian Restaurant and Brick Oven pizza to Main Street, Hillsborough….

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