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With support from Chief Pecora and Due to the support of a community mem- partners to put a strong security plan in place place in plan security strong a put to partners and although there is noat the high school, indication that another school is affected, placepolice are also putting a security plan in at Weare Middle School and Center Woods Elementary School. As promised, there was a "highly visible police presence" throughout the Weare schools this past week. See related story on page 6. to improve safety in the$400K is available schools. the District's Safety and Security Commit- response its updating be will District the tee, The training will followto intruder training. recommendations from Civilian Response to Shooter Events (CRASE) organization. Active throughprograms exploring is District the ber, Thethe Sandy Hook Promise Organization. training includes support for improving the impor- school climate (Start with Hello), tance of sharing concerns with an adult (Say and advocacy (Students AgainstSomething), Everywhere). Violence A Tradition Worth Keeping” Worth Tradition A

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The School District meeting is March The Seletmen reported an operating Also on the ballot is a request for 10th at 9 a.m., and the Town Meeting is budget of $7,123,414, which is an increase $225,000 to purchase the property at 195 March 17, also at 8 a.m. of only 1.91%. However, with warrant Park Avenue and design new offices for Both meeting are at the Middle/High articles asking for $665,000 for new Police, the Supervisory Union. Next year, voters School Gym. Fire and Highway vehicles and Town Hall improvements along with a 24.07% increase in Capital Reserves, the overall budget is up 3.91%. Also on the ballot is a request by the Economic Development Committee for $30,000 to continue discussions with the state for a land swap at the intersection of routes 202/9 and 127 to foster commercial development in the area. The School Board is proposing a budget of $20,000,471, which includes Outstanding Business Woman Susan Ryan, President and CEO, Spauld- ing Youth Christine Haydinger inquired about safety improvements at the schools. Center in North- field, H-D Board applies for two School Security Grants has been The Hillsboro-Deering School Board install 34 security cameras at the elemen- honored has applied for a pair of grants from the tary school, 35 at the middle school and as one NH Public School Infrastructure Fund, 26 at the high school. The Governor may of NH which contains $5 million to provide fund- expend the funds after consulting the Business ing for infrastructure projects for public Infrastructure Commission with the ap- Review’s elementary and secondary schools. proval of the Legislative Fiscal Committee 2018 The first request is for $74,000 to and the Executive Council. The Grants are Out- install a plastic coating on all first floor on an 80%-20% basis with H-D's share at standing windows in the three schools. This film $69,600. Women prevents the windows from shattering if Although unrelated, these grants are in Busi- broken and inhibits unwanted entry. certainly timely in light of the ongoing ness. The second, a $274,000 grant, would incidents at John Stark High School. WINTER SALE Specializing in Quality American — Made Furniture STOREWIDE SALE — ALSO SPECIAL WINTER CLEARANCE ITEMS Sale includes In Stock and Special Order Items *** Save on BIG DISCOUNTS ON WEEKLY Leather LIVING, DINING and BEDROOM PRIZE too DRAWING Free Special Savings on All King Koil® Mattress Sets! Delivery *** BARNS OF BRADFORD - Factory Furniture Store - 938-2618 Rte. 114 by Lake Massasecum - Bradford, NH • MC/Visa/Disc • Mon-Sat 10 to 5; Sun 11-4 • Budget Terms Available Page 4 | The Messenger | february 23, 2018 | www.granitequill.com We’re Hiring! 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Although a very serious situation, the incident proceeded normally until ap- proximately five minutes before arriving at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester. It was then Mrs. Hoenig stated she had “funny feeling" and of being lightheaded. Soon after, she became unresponsive with no pulse. Holdredge and Martineau began to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation - a “shock” to Anita Hoenig stopped by the Weare Fire Station to say thank you to (L to R) Firefighter Para- restore Mrs. Hoenig’s heart rhythm back medic Kevin Holdredge, Firefighter A-EMT Justin Martineau, and EMT Wayne Meattey. to normal. “I know in my heart,” Mrs. Hoenig would not be here today”. This incident pared and working together, Mrs. Hoenig said, “if not for the care, dedication, and demonstrates the mission of the Weare was able to survive this incident and expertise shown by these gentlemen, I Fire Rescue Department. By being pre- return home to her family. 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Due to the lack of evidence needed for prosecution, Weare • HAND CRAFTED CAFFEINE BEVERAGES Police have suspended the investigation into the incident that • COCKTAILS • BEER • WINE involved threatening remarks scratched into a table at the high • NON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SELECTIONS school. Police have also closed its investigation into events that led to the delay of school buses, having determined that the allegation was the fabrication of a Weare Middle School student. As a result of LUNCH & DINNER an investigation into threatening remarks and gestures by a John APPETIZERS - Just a sampling of your choices: Stark Regional High School student, Police have filed a delinquency • Fried Mozzarella • Chicken Nachos • Quesadilla petition with Goffstown Family Court. • Greek Street Fries • Flatbread • Hummus Hopkinton seeking commercial growth SOUPS & SALADS - Served with your The Hopkinton Select Board held a public hearing on TIF choice of a selection of homemade dressings Districts. The EDC has been researching ways to attract new busi- • House • Mediterranean Grilled Chicken • Bacon Caesar nesses, particularly in the Exit 6 and Hart’s Corner (Routes 127 and • French Onion Soup • Clam Chowder • Soup du Jour 202/9 intersection) locations. Therefore, there will be five Warrant FROM THE SEA • Fishermen’s Platter • Fish & Articles for this year’s Town Meeting to create TIF (Tax Increment Chips • Baked Haddock • Kiki’s Grilled Salmon • The Captain Finance) Districts and fund an engineering study. The purpose BRICK HOUSE FAVORITES • Gyro Dinner of the Districts is to use tax money that would normally go into • Jack Daniel’s Steak Tips • Prime Rib • Prime Rib Sandwich the general fund to be earmarked to fund improvement to roads, • Mediterranean Chicken • Baked Lamb Shanks • Flame intersections, sidewalks, water, sewer, drainage and other improve- Grilled T-Bone • Chicken Wrap • Burrito Bowl ments that will create economic vitality within the District. PASTA • Mike’s Spaghetti & Meatballs • Blackened Alfredo • Mac & Cheese • Chicken Parmesan New Boston's "Ice Glacier" breaking up New Boston officials said the massive ice jam that’s been stuck PIZZA RUSTICA Great selection of Specialties on the Piscataquog River for weeks is gradually breaking apart after plus a large variety of Create-Your-Own options several days of warm temperatures. The ice jam, once called an “ice B.Y.O. BURGER Grilled or fried chicken breast glacier” took up 3,000 feet of the river in New Boston, packed with or Angus hamburger served on a ciabatta roll, your choice huge blocks. Fire Chief Dan MacDonald said the spring-like thaw of toppings and a side this week is only going to help. Flooding was a concern depending HOURS: M-Thurs. 3pm-9pm; Fri. & Sat. 12-10pm; Sun. 12-9pm on how the ice broke apart, but MacDonald said warm weather 125 West Main St., Hillsboro • 680-4146 and rain did the trick and that right now they don't anticipate any www.brickhousehillsboro.com issues. www.granitequill.com | february 23, 2018 | The Messenger | Page 7 57 students recognized for positive contributions to ConVal Community The Student Support Team at ConVal Eve Pierce, TJ Putnam, Mary Riffle, Ella hees, Cheyanne Watman, Finn Wegmuel- Regional High School hosted the 10th Stu- Rousseau, Brett Scharmett, Liam Sheehan, ler, Dominique Wheeler, Ava Whicker, dent Recognition Breakfast on Thursday, Victoria Sousa, Dan Spezzaferri, Warren Katie Whitaker, Isabel Wilder, Cassie February 8, 2018. Thompson, Andres Tourgee, Emily Voor- Wilkinson, Coen Wray, Riley Young. Fifty-seven students were recognized for their positive contributions to the ConVal Community. Students were nominated by faculty and staff for making a difference in the ConVal community. The recipients enjoyed a catered breakfast provided by Shiva Catering. The recipients were: Benjamin Asbury, Alex Barden, Nick Batty, Jordan Bernier, Justin Berry, Emma Brekka, Erich Clark, Connor Close, Riley Codman, Dylan Coyne, Dalton Coyne, Simon Doerr, Lauren Donahue, Emily Edick, Spencer Fromm, Madeline Garland, Liam Gil- ligan, Destiny Guadagno, Laquea Hall, Max Heck, Tristan Hitchinson, Rebecca Jennings, Trevor Johnson, Hattie Ken- dall, Justin Kiblin,Catrina Kipka, Alyssa MacKay, Jacqueline Madeja, Mikyla Maki, Matt Mattil, James McGuinness, Isaiah Michaels, Shay Miller, Jada Moore, Tyler (L to R) James McGuinness, Finn Wegmueller, CT O'Connor, Max Heck, Liam Gilligan, Catrina Newcomb, CT O'Connor, Robert Perry, Kipka, Isabel Wilder, Emily Voorhees and Madeline Garland.

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(Photo by Eric Anderson) "Candidates' Corner" Deering Fire Chief against hiring change A small “crowd” attended last week’s Annual Budget hear- in our March 9th issue ing and while the Article for the Operating Budget didn’t receive many questions, Article 7, which alters the organization of the Fire Send To: Department drew the most comment. Currently, the Fire Chief The Messenger hires and fires the firefighters and lets the Select Board know of personnel changes, as proposed, the Board would hire and fire, PO Box 1190, Hillsborough, NH 03244 with recommendations of the Chief. Fire Chief Dan Gorman or E-mail [email protected] expressed concerns about delays in hiring and stated that there was no mention of firing in the new language. He felt that because the Board only meets every other week that valuable time could be lost, especially when new personnel is needed. When McAllister — FORECLOSURE SALE AT — said it would take some of the pressure off the Chief, Chief’s Gor- PUBLIC AUCTION man’s response was “that’s what you hired me for?” 3-BR CAPE ON 2.4± ACRES Hopkinton Band seeks new members WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7 AT 11:00 AM If you play a band instrument – or if you ever played one – 127 BOG ROAD, HILLSBOROUGH, NH then the Hopkinton Town Band wants YOU! The Hopkinton Town ID #18-128 • Cape Band is a volunteer community band comprised of musicians of style home nicely set all ability levels from beginners to experts, ranging in age from back from road, high teens to 80s. The band learns and performs a wide variety of music on wooded 2.4± acre lot • Full rear dor- under the baton of conductor Jim Wojewoda, including marches, mered home built in show tunes, and classics from all eras. There are no competitions 1977 includes 1,762± and no auditions, just lots of fun making music and sharing it SF GLA, 7 rooms, 3 with the community. The band is about to begin rehearsals for its bedrooms, 1½ baths, summer 2018 concert season, which includes Memorial Day per- and partially finished formances and weekly Wednesday night concerts. Contact Jane basement • Detached 2-car garage, large Lewellen Mandrell at [email protected]. screen porch, fire- place, and FHW/oil heat • Country neighborhood close to Fox State Forest Need for a Budget Committee questioned and minutes to Route 9 • Tax Map 9, Lot 63. Assessed value: $200,000. The Henniker Selectmen held several public hearings Tuesday 2017 taxes: $6,093. Mortgage Ref: Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds evening. The two that drew the most comment were one that in Book 7526, Page 0469. Sale per order of Mortgagee by its Attorneys: Preti, essence doubled the current building construction fees. Scott Dias Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, PLLP, Concord, NH; Gregory A. Moffett, Esq. of the Chamber of Commerce objected saying the change would Terms: $5,000 deposit by cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s check or discourage growth. Chair Kris Blomback indicated that if adopted other payment acceptable to Mortgagee at time of sale, balance due within the fees on a 2,000 sq. ft home would go from $160 to $280. Also 45 days. Other terms may be announced at time of sale. All information herein is believed but not warranted to be correct. The Mortgagee does not challenged, particularly by School Board members, was a Warrant warrant the condition or existence of any feature described above. Article to establish a Municipal Budget Committee School Board FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE Chair. Deb Urbanis questioned the type of person who would serve on such a committee, indicating that the board best knew the needs NH Lic. James R. St. Jean of the school and an extra set of eyes looking over the budget was #2279 AUCTIONEERS not needed. Resident Bill Mark countered that that was exactly what 603-734-4348 www.jsjauctions.com . was needed. Residents will have the final say at Town Meeting. www.granitequill.com | february 23, 2018 | The Messenger | Page 9 New Boston assembles to salute a special man - Woody Woodland After recognizing him at the morn- Grace, while Pastor Douglas Rickard gave performed a Lynn Reimer adaptation of ing's church service, New Boston residents examples of Woody's special humor. The "This Land Is Your Land" before the entire flocked to the school gym to honor Woody final speaker, Don Chapman marveled at audience erupted in singing "We Love Woodland for his 35 years of dedicated how Woody "only saw the good in people." You Woody, Oh Yes We Do. See the photo service to the town. The Community Church Choir then tribute on page 10. The Grange, Library, Community Church and 4th of July Committee had set up tables outlining Woody's contributions to those groups. Organizers had asked attendees to bring finger foods and if they had applied in advance they could have made the Guiness Book of World Records for the greatest number of finger sandwiches in one room, along with several tables of other goodies. Douglas Rickard's bagpipes signaled the start of the formal ceremony, and the Community Church Choir sang the National Anthem. Master of Ceremonies Ron Brenner highlighted the long-lasting effects of Woody's presence in town. Town Administrator Peter Flynn read the Select- men's Proclamation honoring Woody's long service and organizer Laura Bernard read from this year's Town Report Dedica- tion to Woody. Reverend Durwood Sergeant remarked The New Boston Community Church Choir sang an special tribute to Woody, which Lynn Reimer that Woody exhibited the essence of adapted from the song "This Land Is Your Land"

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Town Administrator Peter Flynn Organizer Laura Bernard

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Caroline Kilchewski (3rd), Thomas Lavoie (4th), Aleah Wallace (k), Amelia Pollock (3rd), Patrick Lavoie (3rd), Parker Aumand (K), Grace Brown (2nd), Wyatt Brown (K), Taylor Miller (5th), Maddox Miller (3rd) and Maya McCarthy (4th), as part of the "Random Act of Kindness" project at the James Faulkner Elementary School in Stoddard. Jacquelyn Cornwell photo.

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Letters to the Editor MessengerTHE Pick up your ker Farm Store, Edmunds Messenger at: Hillsborough: Shaws, Dear Editor: playground and has spearheaded the research Andover: Jake’s, Circle K, Post Office, Diner, JD One of the things you do not spend to find out what is needed to obtain a play- Blackwater Diner, Foods, Lake Sunapee enough time thinking about is what actions ground structure that is safe for our children Pizza Chef, Bank Bank, Santander, Bank of to take during an emergency. Even with with ideal line of sight that is ADA (American Antrim: Antrim Market- NH, McDonalds, Subway, place, Rick & Dianne’s, some forethought, how to handle a disaster Dunkin’ Donuts, William’s with Disabilities Act) compliant. Edmunds, T-Bird Store becomes meaningless as events can turn all As well as being the CEO of her house- Belmont: Irving, Brook- Hooksett: Shaws plans upside down. Pretty much, upside- hold, this candidate works full time. Her side Pizza, Yolk, Hopkinton: Town Hall, down is how things played out on February position keeps her acutely aware of financial Town Office, Village Store Cracker Barrell 1 when Jim slipped on ice a few feet from concerns for individuals and families of all Bennington: Albertos, Loudon: Village Store, Harris Convenience, Eggshell, Subway, Penguin our doorstep. It was a hard fall, and soon ages. General Store Keene: Price Chopper, was apparent it was far more than the two Having all of these responsibilities, why Boscawen: Alan's of Bos- Hanaford, Toadstool, News of us could handle. A call to 911 brought the on earth would this woman want to put more cawen, Franklin Savings, Stand, Monadnock Co-op Deering ambulance and the Deering cruiser on her plate? The answer is, she cares! Kath- Sunoco, Cumberlain Farms, Manchester: Kapelli's Pizza Hannafords (2) to our drive in a very short time. What a ryn cares about her community, she cares Bow: Town Office, Mobil, Newbury: Marzelli’s, relief to see the faces of friends turning out about the school district and she cares about Chen Yang Li, Library, Bubba’s, Town Office, to help....who ably managed to get Jim up off our children. Blue Seal Feeds Post office the ice and into the ambulance. Deb Boyle, Kathryn, as you can see, is extremely mo- Bradford: Bradford Newport: Shaws, Coronis Marketplace, Bank, Market, T-Bird, Circle K, you were a welcome sight and your calm voice tivated, organized and I might add, she has a Post Office, Appleseed, Quick Stop helped slow my racing heart. Ofc. Bell, thank mind of her own. Pizza Chef New Boston: Dodges you for your strength and care in moving my If you are looking for a school board Chichester: Z1 Express, General Store, New Boston husband. I believe the one I did not know member who is fiscally responsible and will Speedway, Country Store, Hardware, Library, Town is named Al ( apologies if I got that wrong) promote the best education for our children, Town Office Office, Molly Stark Claremont: Hannaford, New London: Han- and he was masterful in his treatment of Kathryn is the one for the job. Market Basket, Huberts naford, Hospital, Jim. Cole Bannister drove the ambulance to McGinn for the win! Concord: Shaws (2), Pizza Chef, Library, Concord Hospital ER, while Will Bannister Respectfully, Hannaford Liquor Store, Pharmacy, offered to drive me there too. In the cold Herla Iadonisi, Hillsboro Contoocook: Dimitri's, Jake’s Market Colonial Market, Northfield: Community and dark night, having these people...these ****************************************** The Everyday Cafe, Covered Center, Wash & Fold, friends...turn out was very comforting, the To the Editor: Bridge Restaurant, Ciao Pasta, Park & Go Pub first step in improving an unexpected and My house and many others in the village Merrimack County Penacook: Dunkin traumatic event. Jim’s break, near his shoul- of Hancock are served by town water. Piped Savings, Mr. Mike's Donuts, Constantly Dunbarton: Pages Pizza, Szechuan Garden, der was a bad one. He will be a long time through the woods from Juggernaut Pond, Corner, Town Office Laundrymat, Newell Post healing. How much worse things could have gravity makes it flow the mile and a half to the Epsom: Circle Market, Restaurant, CC Tomatoes, been without the Deering Rescue Squad... center of town. Most of us don’t think twice Town Office, Pizza Shop, Subway, Tedeski's, Thirty let’s not think on that! We cannot thank you about turning on the kitchen tap for a nice Smoke Haven Pines, Cheney's Furniture, enough, Deering’s first responders. cool drink. But there’s no simpler act of faith Francestown: General Sam's, Chief's Place Store, Town Office Peterborough: Shaws, Nancy Cowan, Deering and trust in Government than for citizens to Franklin: Hannaford, City Toadstool Bookstore, ****************************************** turn on the tap and be confident that they are Hall, Franklin Mr Mike’s, Hospital, To The Editor: drinking safe, clean water. Savings Bank, Franklin Dunkin’ Donuts, Brady’s, Kathryn McGinn is a mother of two If Americans can’t trust their govern- Studio, Pizza Chef, JJ’s Roy’s, Nonnies Georges Mills: Georges Sunapee: Mini Mart, elementary age children. She is in her mental institutions, who can they trust? Mills Market Town Hall, Library, fourteenth year of residency in our small Recent reports of FBI and DOJ abuse of the Goffstown: Sully’s, both Banks town of Hillsboro. She has been an active FISA courts to spy on the Trump campaign, Sawyers, Hannaford, Tilton: Post Office, member of the Hillsboro-Deering Elementary seemingly on behalf of the DNC and the Goffstown Ace Hardware, Market Basket, The Onion, Dollar Tree, Village Trestle, Cumberland Farms, School Parent Teacher Organization for five Clinton campaign, are so disheartening. It’s Shell, Cumberland Farms, Cyr Lumber, Shell years, four of which she has held an officer's reminiscent of the 2013 IRS scandal during China Gourmet, Putnam’s Warner: Market Basket, position. When asked to be a part of multiple which conservative groups such as the tea Greenfield: Harvester Foothills Restaurant, interview committees for Elementary School party were targeted. Such abuses might be Market, Town Office Circle K Washington: General Principle and Assistant Principle positions, common in third-world countries, where you Guild: Dorr Mill Store Hancock: General Store, Store Kathryn willingly volunteered her time. drink the water at your own peril, but here in Fiddleheads, Hancock inn, Weare: Town Office, Many of us know her as the parent who went America the rule of law and our justice system Town Office Dimitri’s, Country 3, above and beyond regarding the inspection of constitutes the foundation of our democracy. Henniker: Harvester Lanctots, Subway, our existing Elementary School playground. This abuse of trust is a pathetic disgrace. Mkt., Henniker Pharmacy, Blackbird Market & Deli All In One Market, Henni- Wilmot: Park & Go She has been witness to the scrutiny of the Tim Lord, Hancock Page 14 | The Messenger | february 23, 2018 | www.granitequill.com High School Sports

Are you... • Good with people • Dependable and caring • Wanting to make a difference in people’s lives... Robin Hill Farm, a residential treatment facility for adults with acquired brain injury, is looking for you! We currently have full time openings for 2nd shift in our Deering and Peterborough locations. We also have part time and ﬂ exible hours/shifts and weekend employment opportunities within all locations. BOWLING No experience necessary, will train on the job! Goffstown 1st: Goffstown High School's bowling team defeated Spaulding of Rochester, 4-3, to capture its second consecutive Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED NHIAA state championship. Goffstown trailed 3-1, but ran off three and a valid NH driver’s license. straight wins to grab the title. (L to R) senior Ryan Gentes, freshman Robin Hill Farm is an Equal Opportunity and Jake Howell, junior Tyler Tadman, sophomore Madison Gentes, Afﬁ rmative Action Employer. sophomore Damien Hamel, and subs Colby Bartolucci, a sophomore, Caroline Newell, a junior, and Ryan Edgar, a sophomore. Contact: Keri Skillings at 603-464-3841 or [email protected] BOYS' BASKETBALL www.robinhillfarm.com Hopkinton 51, Stevens 33: Amara Meister hit the opening bucket for the first two points of his career, helping the Hawks jump out to a 20-6 lead in the first quarter en route to victory. Advertise your business to our upcoming

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Gilford 67, Belmont 47: Greg Madore scored 17 of his team- high 22 points in the second half, using his size to overwhelm the Raiders. Maple St., Henniker 428-3265 • Main St., Antrim 588-6565 Belmont 59, Newfound 33: After a sluggish first quarter Belmont WWW.EDMUNDSSTORE.COM used great full-court pressure in the second to outscore Newfound, [email protected] 25-10, and put the game out of reach. Bow 59, Kingswood 51: Bow fell behind early and trailed by two points at halftime. Ben Harris and Steven Guerette gave Bow Big Feb. Savings! a strong presence in the paint in the third quarter as the Falcons Good through Feb. 28 outscored the Knights, 21-11. SALE RED SALE RED Kearsarge 63, Bow 51: Kearsarge pulled ahead in the third HOT 2 FOR... HOT 2 FOR... BUY quarter on a 21-11 run. Tim Flanders made a basket for his first two BUY varsity points. Kearsarge 60, Coe-Brown 41: Tommy Johnson found his stroke 00 00 from midrange, scoring a team-high 25 points and Taylor Mattos 6 8 (22 points) capped off a 20-6 fourth-quarter run with an alley-oop Ace Premium Ace Rust slam from Noah Tremblay to carry Kearsarge to its 10th straight win. Spray Paint, Stop Spray Merrimack Valley 57, Kennett 55: MV trailed 46-42 heading into 12 Oz. Paint, 15 Oz. the fourth quarter. Caleb LaClair swiped a steal away from Kennett Assorted colors and Assorted colors and that led to a 3-pointer by Ryan Defina, helping the Pride build a fi nishes. 17004 styles. 17072 little bit of separation. Merrimack Valley 68, Plymouth 52: The Pride controlled the first RED half and led 37-23 at the break. SALE Buy 2, get 1 HOT Hanover 48, John Stark 46, OT: The Generals trailed by 11 points Buy 3, get 1 BUY heading into the fourth quarter but managed to force overtime on FREE a 3-pointer by Kyle Hagman at the buzzer. The teams were tied with SALE one minute left in overtime, but Hanover sealed it with a basket FREE with two seconds to go. Bird Suet, 99 Farmington 54, Mount Royal 42: Andrew Normandin was held 11-1/4 Oz. 9 Ea. to just 13 points on the night as was Kolbe Bocko. 8294530, Ace Wild 8294548, Somersworth 69, Belmont 54: Somersworth’s Evan Gray scored 8294555, RED Bird Food, 20 points in the second half and it was too much for Belmont to HOT 8294563 BUY 20 Lb. 81995 overcome Monday night. Winnisquam 90, Franklin 55: Winnisquam led 72-42 heading RED into the fourth quarter on its way to the win. For Franklin, Jayden SALE RED Buy 1, get 1 HOT HOT BUY Torres hit his 1,000th point, BUY Windham 57, Goffstown 43: It was a gradual build towards a 99 % win for the Jaguars, who had the lead at every break. Myles Green 9 OFF posted 15 for the Grizzlies. Ace 50 HeroH Clean® Sunfl ower ProductsP Seed, SecondSe item 20 Lb. mmust be of 81121 equaleq or lesserle value

RED SALE RED Buy 1, get 1 HOT HOT BUY 99 BUY FREE 13 SALE 14’ 99 Ratchet 9 Ea. Tie Down Dimmable LED ConVal's Schuyler Michalak came in 7th overall in the Girls A race during 4/Pk. Vintage Style Bulb Saturday’s competition, and that finish combined with her first place fin- 8100083 Assorted styles. Last 13+ yrs. ish two weeks ago in the classic race placed her in first position on NH’s 3514767, 3514809, 3515012 Eastern High School team. Page 16 | The Messenger | february 23, 2018 | www.granitequill.com

PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST High School Sports TOWN OF HILLSBOROUGH The Supervisors of the Checklist will meet Saturday, March 3 GIRLS' BASKETBALL from 11 - 11:30 a.m. at the Town Offi ce to make party changes DIVISION IV PRELIMINARY and additions to the checklist. No additions or corrections Woodsville 64, Sunapee 33: The long rein of the laker Girls has shall be made to the checklist after this session until election ended. day. New registrants should bring photo ID, proof of physical Mount Royal 38, Newmarket 33: For the first time ever, a playoff residency (ie. utility bill with name and physical address, rent game was held at Mount Royal Academy as the Knights welcomed receipt, tax bill, etc.); passport, or birth certifi cate or NH Real ID. the Newmarket Mules, and the Knights took the victory. PUBLIC NOTICE WINDSOR SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWN OF WINDSOR The Windsor School Board and the Town of Windsor will hold their Annual School District and Town Meetings on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at the Windsor Town Hall. The school district meeting will begin at 6:30pm with the town’s annual meeting immediately following. FULL TIME POLICE DISPATCHER Mount Royal Academy basketball player Sophie LaRose takes control Th e Hillsborough, NH Police Department, located on during a Division IV first round play off game against Newmarket. Route #202/9 between Concord and Keene, has a position Paul Howe photo. open for full-time dispatcher. Successful candidates would be working in a state of the art police facility, which has a REGULAR SEASON 24-hour dispatch center that dispatches for 5 communities. Farmington 57, Mount Royal 28: There were just three scorers We have access to the latest equipment and newest technology. for the lady Knights with Alexis Matte dropping 18 points in the loss. Th e police department covers a large geographic area and the Sophie LaRose was held to just eight points and Jacinta Hogan had community is experiencing growth. Send or deliver resume just two. by March 5, 2018 to Hillsborough Police Department, Stevens 42, Newport 40: Stevens senior Tess Whitney battled PO Box 1489, Hillsboro, NH 03244, Attention: foul trouble all night but when the game was on the line, she buried Chief David Roarick. both free throws to break a tie and give her Cardinals team a thrill- ing win. Hillsborough is an EOE. Goffstown 60, Manchester West 28: Kelly Walsh’s game-high 16 points led the Grizzlies who took over the game with a 17-0 second PUBLIC NOTICE quarter for a 32-10 halftime lead. Hopkinton 48, Hillsboro-Deering 18: The Hawks jumped out to an early lead and cruised to the vic- HILLSBORO-DEERING SCHOOL DISTRICT tory from there. To the residents of the School District in the towns of Merrimack Valley 37, Kennett 26: Abby Grandmaison had 17 Hillsboro and Deering qualifi ed to vote in District affairs: points, and 12 rebounds and the Pride gave up just two points in the first quarter to Kennett. You are hereby notifi ed to meet in each town, on Kearsarge 50, Coe-Brown 48: Coe-Brown held possession with Tuesday, March 13, 2018, to vote, by offi cial ballot, on the 20 seconds left and the score tied, but Kearsarge’s Roy stole the ball election of offi cers and on all warrant articles. Voting shall take place at the following locations and times: and was fouled with 5.6 seconds left in the game. Roy hit both free throws and the Cougars won. For Deering Voters: Bow 48, Kingswood 30: The Falcons picked up their fifth straight Deering Town Hall – 11:00 am to 7:00 pm win and clinched a winning season with a lopsided victory over the For Hillsboro Voters: Knights. Hillsboro-Deering Middle School Gym – 7:00 am to 7:00 pm Bishop Brady 63, John Stark 40: Brady’s defense held Stark to six points in the third quarter. Senior Lifestyles Special Section H-D Spring Sports Sign-Ups coming next month! To include your business, HDHS will have sign ups for 2018 Spring Sports, on Monday, March 5th at 2:15pm. Baseball will meet in the Gym. Softball will meet in call Mary at 464-3388 today! the Cafeteria. Track will meet in Room 222. www.granitequill.com | february 23, 2018 | The Messenger | Page 17 Please Adopt Us

Please consider adopting one of these pets from the Pope Memorial Concord- Merrimack SPCA, call 856-8756 or Weare Animal Guardians, call 529-5443, or Monadnock Humane Society, call 352-9011.

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HOLLY: DSH/Female/Senior. She’s a sweet This pet sponsored by CHEEKS This adoptable pet sponsored by girl who 10 month old, “If your door won’t go up, we’ll be down” loves to greet NM, Lionhead people! She’s mix rabbit. I’m not keen on a handsome guy being brushed but loves get- that would make ting pet. She a great addition enjoys sitting CHAD CARIGNAN to any family. I Your Local Garage Door Experts in the window, may be able to looking at the live with a gentle 603-528-5658 great outdoors. and quiet room- travis@fl eming-garagedoor.com She may be ANGWIN ELECTRIC mate. I need happier being the only kitty in her new home. time to work on my social and housekeeping skills but Mailing address: PO BOX 92 • CONCORD, NH 03302 I’m doing pretty well with being a teenage bunny. Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord 5 Ledge Circle, Concord, NH 03301 Merrimack County 603.396.6099 Monadnock Humane Society (603) 856-8756 [email protected] 603-352-9011 Sales • Service • Installation

This adoptable pet sponsored by AMALIA MISHU 2 yr old, SF, dom- 7 month old, estic short hair cat. Bittersweet Fabric Shop SF, Terrier mix. Hi, I’m a Spirit cat I’m a sweet - meaning I’m very New England’s Largest Janome Dealer Authorized Sales girl looking shy with people. for a special I’m a sensitive girl & Service For Janome, Elna family. I need who is looking a family that HOME | AUTO for the perfect, quiet home. I get along & Necchi BUSINESS | LIFE & HEALTH great with other cats but still getting used understands to people. I love cat beds and will watch 603-753-4920 that I’m really nervous around children from the safety of my spot. email: [email protected] and need to be in an adult home. Monadnock Humane Society 8 Cottage Street, Boscawen, NH 03303 Monadnock Humane Society 603-352-9011 603-352-9011 Page 18 | The Messenger | february 23, 2018 | www.granitequill.com

MIA: This pet sponsored by STRYKER This adoptable pet sponsored by An adult 1.5 yr old, NM, Pitbull Terrier. I am an female cat. adorably A large compact guy personality. who needs Loves to Lighted • Gated • Paved • 24 Hr someone who play and can handle all talk to you. Surveillance • Access 24/7/365 For ALL Your Storage Needs — Auto, Boat, RV, of my energy! Social and Just because I loving. Camper & Motor Home • Indoor & Outdoor have plenty of 888-88-BUDGET love to give!! I should be in a home with Blinds • Shutters • Shades Weare, New Hampshire older children. [email protected] Drapes • Rugs & More • Commerical www.wearewag.org/ 529-5443 603-529-HIDE (4433) Monadnock Humane Society www.facebook.com/wearewag www.mylookn2store.com 603-352-9011

This adoptable pet SMOKEY This adoptable pet sponsored by OREO sponsored by Oreo & Smokey Smokey and 1.5 yr old Oreo - 1.5 yr old female mice female mice - We - We are two are two energetic, energetic, fun fun loving mice loving mice who want a home who want a with people who Supporting Our Community home with are understanding people who are 830 Route 9 • STODDARD, NH • 603-847-9300 that we are a little shy at fi rst but will warm Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. understanding E: [email protected] up quickly! We are very active but also love 117 Antrim Road that we are a time to hide away and take a little rest. We Bennington, New Hampshire 03442-4205 LOVE to run on our wheel. little shy at fi rst but will warm up quickly! 28 Route 202 • RINDGE, NH • 603-532-9800 603.588.3311 Monadnock Humane Society Monadnock Humane Society E: [email protected] www.mpm.com 603-352-9011 603-352-9011 MITZI This adoptable pet sponsored by WEBSTER: This pet sponsored by DSH/Male Looking 5 month for a home where old kitten. he can have room to Very well roam. He’s sociable, CONTOOCOOK socialized, active and best vet checked Red Coat suited for an active STONEWORKS and ready home w/ lots to explore. May be ok Walls, walkways, ﬁ replaces, and more! for a new with another kitty. home. He’s a cool kitty who Travel needs to nd his 246 West Main Street, Hillsborough, NH forever home. His www.contoocookstoneworks.com adoption fee is only $60. Call Matt at 603.731.9646 [email protected] Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord www.wearewag.org/ Merrimack County [email protected] www.facebook.com/wearewag 1.800.273.9807 (603) 856-8756 Facebook & Instagram: @tookystone

PRINCESS GRACIE - 8 yr old, SF, This pet sponsored by FULL HONEY This adoptable pet sponsored by DSH cat. I’m a sweet, a ectionate girl looking for a new GROOMING lap to warm! I’m a little shy at rst but come out of my shell quickly. I love getting attention and enjoy a scratch MON-SAT under my chin or behind my ears. When I need some time to myself, I’ll nd the most comfortable spot in the home to take a quiet nap. I get along well with American Eskimo mix - very alert and other cats and may Visit www.pawspawnh.com make a great companion Monadnock us on 174 Concord St., Suite #130 loyal. Makes a good watchdog. to your current fuzzy feline! Humane Society Peterborough, NH [email protected] (603) 352-9011 www.wearewag.org/ monadnockhumanesociety.org 603-801-3083 www.facebook.com/wearewag

HANNAH This pet sponsored by This pet sponsored by BANANA: OLIVER: Labrador Retriever 5 month old Pit Bull Terrier Mix/ kitten very Female/Adult. She’s well socialized, a gentle soul looking for vet checked unconditional love. and ready for She does have some Goldsmiths Gallery LLC new home. serious separation 2 Capital Plaza / 57 N. Main St. anxiety and will require a family that Concord, NH 03301 is home most of the day and has patience to work with (603) 224-2920 CRUSHED STONE her. She loves to play ball, go for long walks, play with a doggy friend and snuggle with her people. Tues-Fri 10-5:30 Sat 10-4 DELIVERY AVAILABLE CLOSED Sunday and Monday Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord [email protected] Merrimack County www.goldsmiths-gallery.com www.wearewag.org/ 529-5443 428-7756 1-800-838-7756 (603) 856-8756 or see us on FB www.facebook.com/wearewag 44 Bradford Rd. @ Jct. 114 & Rt. 202 • Henniker www.granitequill.com | february 23, 2018 | The Messenger | Page 19

DENALI This adoptable pet sponsored by MOOSE MILES This adoptable 4 yr old, NM, English pet sponsored by Setter. I’m a sweet boy who is looking for someone who is familiar with my breed and without young kids, they “Your Southern Rust Free Connection” make me really ner- Rt. 77 West, 32 Dustin Tavern, Rd., Weare, NH vous! As it turns out, I’m not a great swimmer so New & Used Car Parts • State Inspection I’m not as successful with my hunting partners Boxer mix - 10 years old, incredibly loving, thinks as I was bred to be. Syrup is available 7 days a week, he is a lap dog. Tires • Repairs & Towing year-round in our barn store! [email protected] [email protected] www.wearewag.org/ 800-529-5865 www.wearewag.org/ 1038 Hopkinton Road in Hopkinton, www.facebook.com/wearewag www.AlliedAutoWrecking.com www.facebook.com/wearewag 224-7520, www.crowvalleyfarm.com

MILO This adoptable pet sponsored by PANTHER This adoptable pet sponsored by 5 yr old, NM, domestic The Toadstool short hair cat. I’m Pan- Bookshops ther, hear � We’ve moved to corner of MainMain & Emerald StSt.:.: me roar!! Keene, M-Sat.M-Sat. 10-9; SSun.un. 11-6 • 352-8815352-8815 Just kidding, � DepotDS Square: Peterborough,P b hMF106S M-F 10-6; Sat. 10-5; 105 I’m just one Sun. 10-4 • 924-3543 2 yr old yellow Angora. a very sweet and of those � Lorden Plaza: Milford, gentle cat, on the small side. 119 South Mast Street pygmy panthers that couldn’t hurt a fl y! I M-Sat 10-6, Th 10-8, Sun 10-4 • 673-1734 [email protected] Goffstown, NH • 603-497-2958 enjoy snuggling up with my humans! www.wearewag.org/ Monadnock Humane Society www.facebook.com/wearewag Email [email protected] 603-352-9011 www.toadbooks.com

This pet sponsored by JINGLE: DSH/Female/Adult She is PRINCESS GRACIE - 8 yr old, SF, This pet sponsored by quite stressed here but if given a chance in a calm DSH cat. I’m a sweet, a ectionate girl looking for a new home may be a happy kitty! She doesn’t seem to lap to warm! I’m a little shy at rst but come out of my like the company of other cats but seemed to like shell quickly. I love getting attention and enjoy a scratch the kittens under my chin or ELM CITY so will be behind my ears. picky with When I need some BREWING time to myself, her feline I’ll nd the most 222 West Street friends and comfortable spot Keene, NH 03431 need a slow Pet stress and anxiety in the home to take introduc- a quiet nap. I get (603) 355-3335 tion. She products available along well with prefers They are great for the transition other cats and may LOCATED IN THE a home period adjusting to their new home make a great companion Monadnock COLONY MILL without Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord to your current fuzzy feline! Humane Society MARKETPLACE children. Merrimack County Granite State Naturals (603) 352-9011 (603) 856-8756 164 N. State St., Concord 224-9341 monadnockhumanesociety.org Open 7 days a week for lunch & dinner

MIA This adoptable pet sponsored by WISHBONE: Jack Russell Terrier/ This pet sponsored by An adult Male/Adult He is one happy boy who enjoys his playtime with female his toys and cat. A going for walks. large Seems to love Red Coat all people and personality. Loves should do ne to play with dog savvy Everyday low prices! and talk Realty children over 10. He lived with Mattresses and Futons to you. another Jack GR8mattress.com Social and Where you are #1! Russell and did well. He may even be able to live loving. 246 W. Main St., Hillsboro with a cat that would allow him to chase them. Chichester Showroom, Rte 28 [email protected] Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord 435-9345 www.wearewag.org/ Call 603-464-3053 Merrimack County www.facebook.com/wearewag (603) 856-8756 Family owned & operated MAGGIE This adoptable pet sponsored by TANZY This adoptable pet sponsored by 2 yr old female, very loving and sweet. The Mutt Hut All Breed Dog Grooming Assisting Individuals, Couples Families, Children & Adults Alyssa Janelle 86 Prospect St. Substance Abuse Counselor Henniker Most Insurances Accepted Pampering pets 2 year old female. Very social. Mostly white Sat. & Evening Hours Available with grey and peach coloring. since 1988 HennikerCounseling.org [email protected] [email protected] www.wearewag.org/ 603-428-7290 www.wearewag.org/ www.facebook.com/wearewag By appointment only. www.facebook.com/wearewag Page 20 | The Messenger | february 23, 2018 | www.granitequill.com

This pet sponsored by OLIVER This adoptable pet sponsored by 5 month old kitten very well “Your Local Weekly Since 1868 � A Tradition Worth Keeping” socialized, vet checked and ready for new THE home. Messenger 246 West Main Street, Hillsborough, NH CAREY: DMH/Male. This beautiful cat seeks a patient home. Sweet, w/ great potential to do Ski Area & Banquet Center well in a calm home with a patient family that includes a feline companion for him. Henniker, NH 603-464-3388 Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord 1-888-PATS PEAK [email protected] Merrimack County www.wearewag.org/ (603) 856-8756 patspeak.com www.facebook.com/wearewag This pet sponsored by FRANKIE: MITZI: This pet sponsored by English-American Bulldog Mix/ Love Your Pet or 5 month Male/Adult old kitten. Frankie is a happy Route 77 boy who loves Miss Your Pet? Very well hanging around socialized, Motors his people, going Then get them a for walks and vet checked playing w/ his and ready Sales & Service toys. He doesn’t Center always want to for a new share his toys (to home. be on the safe side no other pets or children). Pet Brick 711 Concord Stage Road He’d love his person to laugh at his silly antics but ByB paveLok, LLC Weare, NH also understand and be able to handle a typical stubborn bully type breed. (877) 633-4022 Open 8AM-5PM Mon.-Fri. Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord 10 Dunklee Rd., Unit #35 [email protected] www.route77motors.net Merrimack County Bow, NH 03304 www.wearewag.org/ 529-5443 (603) 856-8756 www.PetBrick.net www.facebook.com/wearewag 529-7700

This petpp sponsored by y PRINCESS GRACIE This adoptable pet sponsored by JOEY & SANTOSHA [Joey 8 yr old, SF, domestic pictured] Himalayan-American Mix/Male/Adult short hair cat. I’m a Delivering the American Dream & New Zealand/Female/Adult. Joey is a sweet Shibles Family sweet, aff ectionate girl and gentle young adult rabbit. He is inquisitive, looking for a new lap smart & litter box trained. He is bonded w/ his to warm! I’m a little friend Santosha shy at fi rst but come and they’d like out of my shell quickly Red Coat to be adopted MattressFacts.com with those to stop by together. Santosha to say hi. When I need is sweet, smart some time to myself, Homes and enjoys her Tyler & Linda Shibles Mon-Fri I’ll fi nd the most food puzzle toys, Owner-Operators 10-5 comfortable spot in the home to take a quiet nap. I green veggies and Sat-Sun get along well with other cat friends and may make 246 W. Main St., Hillsboro gentle scratches on 126 DW Hwy, #3 a great companion to your current fuzzy feline! 464-3880 • 100% Financing her nose. Belmont, NH 03220 10-4 Monadnock Humane Society Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord 10 Year Warranty Merrimack County Phone 603-352-9011 (603) 856-8756 603-524-8821 Like us on Facebook This pet sponsored by MIDDY: Jack Russell Terrier/Male/Se- HANK: This pet sponsored by nior. He is about 10 Labrador Retriever yrs old, but still an Standard Poodle active dude ready Mix/Male/4 1/2yr for adventures. old Hank is a spe- He’s looking for a cial boy. He loves family where he to swim, hike, go can run around as Spirit Wings Gall ery for car rides, and he loves to play he LOVES tennis ball! He’d probably 19 Pleasant Street Concord, NH 03301 balls! He is house be alright with trained and crate trained. Hank will require a family a mature respectful dog companion preferably female. 603 415 0267 willing to keep him on his current feeding schedule and Much more than just YoYo! We think he’d be alright with respectful kids over the age extra vet care. Currently on heart meds and a medica- of 12. With proper training he may be able to go home Margo Call aghan tion to help with his over excitability and anxiety. Games — Puzzles — Toys with a cat. Owner - Artist-healer Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord 4 North Main St • Concord, NH 03301 Merrimack County margocall [email protected] Merrimack County Tues-Sat 11am-5pm (open 10am Sat) (603) 856-8756 Attunementarts.vpweb.com (603) 856-8756 FB.com/yoyoheavenconcord 99.7 WNTK NH NEWSVT TALK The Lake Sunapee Region’s News-Talk Leader. View our full program schedule online, at www.wntk.com www.granitequill.com | february 23, 2018 | The messenger | Page 21 CONTRACTORS: QUALITY WORK DUNCKLEE LOCALLY Murdough BOAT WORKS LLC. GROWN BuildersLLC QUALITY “Building a Reputation of Quality” • EPA/HUD RRP CertifiedCertified RenovatoRenovatorr FEED HAY • Fully Insured • New Homes $6.50 • Additions • Barn Restorations out of the barn �Classic Boat Restorations & Repair Email Keith Murdough at �New Wooden Boats LEO’S EXCAVATING [email protected] 603-494-0285 HENNIKER 428-7443 603-478-0436 Hillsboro Mini Storage PUTNAM’S 2 Convenient Locations: 276 Henniker St. & 485 West Main St. SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Hillsboro Paint Center Affordable • SALES 276 Henniker St. • Pittsburgh Paints • Olympic • SERVICE Stains, Cabot Stains • Screen Repairs Plowing Gary Putnam U-Haul Rentals and Property PO Box 841 Trucks & Trailers • Boxes & Packing Supplies Hillsboro, NH Hitches Installed Management 03244 PO Box 1541, Hillsboro, NH 03244 (603) 831-3011 [email protected] Alan Ager 603-464-4246 • [email protected] Matt Martin Jeff Spring Amanda Martin Local References • Insured • (603) 529-6555 TONY RICCIO www.shovelworks.net affordablelawncare- [email protected] EXPERIENCED ROOFER �No Middle Man �No Job Too Small Roof • Metal • Shingles (603)464-4381 • Leak Repairs Shoveling • Houses • Camps Site Work - Septic Systems (603)831-6228 • Barns • Sheds Landscaping - Boulder Walls day or evening Tree Removal & Stumping Insured 464-5025 7 days a week Call Tony today to schedule a Free Estimate Olde Hearth Chimney Services Chimneys & woodstoves professionally Logging & Land Clearing inspected, cleaned and repaired, Your ad chimney caps U.L. 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Registration is now open for the Tuesday February 27 College Dance Company at Whipple Hall, FREE. classes which will begin the first week in April POETRY EVENT: at Fuller Public Library Laura Shepherd directs this beautiful perfor- on the campus of New England College in starting at 6:30pm. Local poets Martha Carlson mance. Henniker. For more complete class information Bradley and Liz Ahl will read from their latest Sunday March 4 and instructor biographies as well as regis- books. tration information, visit linec.org or email BUFFET BREAKFAST: Wilmot Volunteer Fire [email protected]. Wednesday February 28 Department, 1 Firehouse Ln 7am - 10am Join MEET CANDIDATES: Antrim Grange will us for breakfast! We'll be serving scrambled BLOOD DRIVE: Odd Fellows Lodge 42 Moun- eggs, sausage, bacon, home fries, french toast, tainRoad Goffstown 9am - 2 pm. sponsor a Meet the Candidates Night to discuss the upcoming local elections with candidates baked beans, fruit, coffee, juice, and milk. Sunday February 25 running for office. Meeting is open to the Adults: $10 • Children $5 • Please Do Not Park LIBRARY TOUR: Join the Trustees of the public and will take place at 7:00pm at the on Route 11 Tucker Free Library at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm for Antrim Town Hall. Thursday March 8 “off the beaten path” tours of the Tucker Free Friday March 2 H-D PLAYGROUND: 5:30-6:30pm at HDES Library, Henniker. See the attic space, the FILM & DISCUSSION: Alice's Ordinary Media Center/ Library Goal is to brainstorm lower level meeting and storage areas, as well fundraising ideas & discuss our next steps as the boiler room on this fun exploration of People: Film and Discussion at 7pm in Warner Town Hall, 5 East Main St., Warner. for raising funds to support replacing our this community gem! After the tour you will playground. Those looking to assist or learn have an opportunity to share how you use the A screening of the documentary Alice's Ordinary People with its producer Craig more about our playground needs and plans library and what more our library could do are welcome to attend. for you. Dudnick, followed by discussion. This film tells the story of Alice Tregay’s impact on the Saturday March 10 ACOUSTIC CAFÉ Coffee House: Only Hen- Civil Rights movement in Chicago and the GAME DINNER: at Hillsborough Legion. niker on Earth Acoustic Café, hosted by Town progress of African Americans in politics up of Henniker Community Concert Committee Sponsored by Sons of the American Legion to and including Barack Obama. This event Cocktails 5pm Buffet Dinner 6pm Tickets $20 and New England College, from 5:00 - 7:00pm is co-sponsored by the Pillsbury Free Library in the NEC PUB, Simon Center. Join us for an each 200 limited tickets. Raffles & Games of Warner, The Warner Historical Society, and tickets available at the legion. evening of live music featuring the “hot gonzo the Hopkinton Town Library. Admission is primitive folk jive music” of The Cold River free. Donations accepted. 50/50 RAFFLE: Proceeds from this show & Ranters, followed by an Open Mic session with raffle benefit the New Boston Community local musicians. No cover. Donations for the WICKED FUNNY: The Franklin Mayor’s Church Food Pantry. Drug Task Force is presenting a fundraising performers gratefully accepted. Refreshments CENTER FOR THE ARTS: Kearsarge Conser- and adult beverages available for sale. comedy show at the Franklin Opera House, 316 Central St, Franklin, NH. “Wicked Funny” New vatory of Performing Arts @ Whipple Hall A Monday February 26 Hampshire comedian & musician Bucky Lewis celebration of dance, drama, music, acting, FULLER FUN WEEK: at the Fuller Public is scheduled to perform his fresh one-man and musical theatre by Award winning stu- Library, Hillsboro. Fun activities all week long. adult comedy show at 7:30 pm. Proceeds from dents and talented instructors create a magical Monday play Candy Bar Bingo-bring your own this event will go towards the Franklin Mayor’s evening for all to enjoy! (Tickets at Morgan snack sized bars at 1pm, Tuesday make your Drug Task Force.Tickets are $15 per person, and Hill Bookstore,Tatewell Gallery and Online at own Glowing Bounce Balls at 10am, Thursday doors open at 7:00 pm. For more info on the www.CenterFortheArtsNH.org).

PUBLIC NOTICE — TOWN OF HENNIKER — WASHINGTON SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST SCHOOL DISTRICT Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session March 3, 2018 from 11:00-11:30am at the Henniker Town Hall for The Washington School Board will hold their Annual School additions and corrections of the Checklist. No additions District Meeting on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at 2:00 pm in or corrections shall be made to the checklist after this the Washington Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room. session until election day. www.granitequill.com | february 23, 2018 | The messenger | Page 23 LOCAL SHOPS & SERVICES

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at Belknap Subaru On the go? No appointment needed. Stop in for an oil change, tire rotation or other minor maintenance services — no need to schedule ahead of time! Our dedicated team of factory trained technicians will get you and your Subaru back on your way. Fast. • Oil Change • Multi-Point Inspection • Tire Rotation • Minor Maintenance The Multi-Point Inspection Form Helps keep your Subaru in check. At Belknap Subaru, we’ll take care Your Express Service Representative can review this easy-to- of minor maintenance services understand checklist with you after your service is complete. The Multi-Point Inspection form lets you know how your Subaru and — including the service intervals its key systems are performing after your visit to our Service Center. found in your Warranty & Maintenance Booklet — through Express Service. These include: • Engine • Air Filter Replacement • Battery Service & Replacement • Cabin Air Filter Replacement • Tire Pressure Adjustment • Wiper Blade Replacement • Tire Tread Depth/Condition Check • Light Bulb Replacement • Fluid Top-Offs • Battery Health Test Service Amenities We hope you’ll ﬁ nd our lounge comfy and relaxing. As we work on your Subaru, you can enjoy: • Complimentary refreshments • 24/7 online scheduling • AAA approved • Complimentary car wash & vaccuming with service • Extended evening hours • Full line of replacement tires