Bow Police Chief Resigning Bow Police Nounced That She Will Will Retire in September, - Ending Nearly a Decade of Department Leader Joined the Bow Police 44, Ship

Commerford has provided valuable inputCommerford has provided “It was a difficult decision for me to leave The search for a new chief is underway. - for the design of the new public safety build “Her calm and thorough approach to everying. detail set the standard for the entire project,” said Selectwoman Colleen Hunter. I am but I am confident the department, leaving at a time when the department is fully Com- staffed with first-rate men and women,” merford said. “I am proud of what we accom- plished during my years with the department, morale is very high and the quality of police services has never been better for the town.” man Urquhart is not in favor of giving money out of different lines of the budget to outside organizations. Selectman Bailey said he didn’t but at Town Meeting, mind giving the $8,000 there is no accountability for those tax dollars. from the HillsboroughGHSS receives $8,000 In additionresidents and $2,000 from Deering. to that, Hillsborough pays for the mailing of the newsletter and sponsors various other programs Afterand pays reimbursement for other things. further discussion, the Board rejected the request. further discussion, A Tradition Worth Keeping” Worth Tradition A



August 26, 2016 August  Erin Commeford departing after a decade of service Erin Commeford departing Hillsborough Town Administrator, LauraHillsborough Town Administrator, - Bow Police Chief Erin Commerford has an Stack announcedTown Manager David Issue 35 Issue  Bow Police Chief resigning Bow Police nounced that she will will retire in September, - ending nearly a decade of department leader joined the Bow Police 44, ship. Commerford, and was promoted toDepartment in 2002 chief six years later. the retirement through a news release last Thursday. Stack wished her the best of luck, to stepsaying “She was always one of the first up when a job needed to be done, and was a model public servant. We all wish her well in a void that will be she leaves her new position; to fill.” very difficult Selectmen reject GHSS request for more money Selectmen reject GHSS request for more The Blackhawk was a visitor favorite at Saturday's Parlin Field Open House. Field Parlin Saturday's at favorite a visitor Blackhawk was The Buono informed the Selectmen that Greater Hillsborough Senior Services has taken over the bus trips and have started to use theirMaple Leaf the gas money that wouldbus and are requesting have been used for our van to be given to them was Buono said the money ($1,100) for their bus. There is concernoriginally budgeted for the van. that this is just another little piece of the budget that will be given to GHSS especially after the Chair- given to them at Town Meeting. $8,000 “Your Local Weekly Since 1868 Since Weekly Local “Your Visit us online at granitequill.com

Our 148th Year Year Our 148th ECRWSS

 PRSRT STD US Postage THE PAID

Hillsboro, NH Messenger

Free Free Permit #25 Postal Customer The Weare Police Department- congratu Police Weare The receives Officer Michael Muise as he lates Staff and Certification Officer Police his Hampshire New from Award Appreciation Hassan. Margaret Governor Newest Weare Officer Weare Newest Tilton Police Chief Robert Cormier Cormier Robert Chief Police Tilton on Murray Elisabeth Officer congratulates Academy. the 170th Police graduating Newest Tilton Officer Newest Newest Bow Officer Bow Newest Commeford Erin Chief Police Bow Murray Michael Officer Congratulates 170th the from graduation his on Council Training and Standards Police full-time Academy. Page 2 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

Local history as 2 WORKHORSES Yesteryear reported in The Messenger August 28, 2015 Technology upgrade at New Boston Central School ARE BETTER Investigation continues into Franklin bank robbery Bow councilor arrested for sexual assault THAN 1. Hopkinton man arrested on drug charges GET A $500 REBATE WHEN YOU PURCHASE A August 29, 2014 MAHINDRA TRACTOR AND THE NEW mPACT™ XTV.* Weare celebrates its 250th Anniversary Andover bridge restricted to one lane Vandals shoot out windows in several towns NO WONDER WE'RE Deering Fish & Game holds gun safety course THE WORLD'S NUMBER 1 August 30, 2013 SELLING TRACTOR 10th Anniversary of Antrim's Home & Harvest Festival Sunapee Police investigating two suspicious sinkings Weare Selectmen discuss mowing concerns at Inerson Field Newport burglar makes off with only $1.00 August 31, 2012 Violette's Supermarket opens in Newport Karate Master John Wallace killed in motorcycle accident Two motorcyclists killed as tragedy strikes "Rollins Ride" Sunapee exploring major conservation easements September 2, 2011 Newport Superintendent fired-Board Chair resigns Henniker Highway Superintendent indicted Bradford Selectmen hear citizen's complaints Hillsborough man faces several felonies August 27, 2010 Antrim tower to remain on Tuttle Hill Warner OK's ATVs on Class VI Roads Weare man points shotgun at wife and child Mahindra mPACT XTV Mahindra eMAX Henniker man indicted for murder ☐ Best-in-Class Cargo Box ☐ Best-in-Class August 28, 2009 Capacity (1,200 lb) Lift Capacity Antrim Police seize pot worth $2,000 ☐ Best-in-Class Towing ☐ Best-in-Class Maharishi School postpones opening another year Capacity (2,100 lb) Turning Radius Greenfield cell tower approval expected ☐ Best in Class Ground ☐ Best in Class Hancock man to be retried for rape Clearance (12") Warranty August 29, 2008 Sunapee man injured in plane crash Probable cause found in Sean Powers' death Test drive an mPACT now at Bennington bench dedicated to Verna Paige KNOXLAND EQUIPMENT Warner Selectmen ignore 415 Foulliard petitioners Test25 drive Old Warneran mPACT Lane now • atWarner NH August 31, 2007 SMITH TRACTOR Weare man indicted for attempted murder 603-746-5260 . 0000 Street Name Town Name Coffey settles lawsuit against Hillsborough 000.000.0000www.knoxland.com.dealersite.com Newport men busted for drugs Sobriety checkpoints in Sunapee September 1, 2006 Commercial speculation increases in Warner NEC students describe their Katrina Relief efforts Washington Police receive night vision kits All offers expire December 31st, 2015. Two Bennington ZBA members step down www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 3 Bow Selectmen updated on the status of several projects Bow Town Manager David Stack briefed will be saved by having one contractor per- January, 2017 and construction would begin the Selectmen on the status of several form the work. Also, it will only require one in the spring of 2017. NHDOT is currently projects. The Public Safety Building Project project administrator and reduce bidding reviewing the scope of work for the design site contractor has begun to pour footings. costs by only having to generate one specifi- of both the Birchdale Road Bridge and Page Chicoine’s full-time project supervisor is on cation book and one set of plans. The target Road Bridge. Once approved, work will board and he has been working with Ken date for putting the project out to bid is begin on design. Heath, the Clerk of the Works. Town staff continues to work with vendors on the pieces of the project that the Town is responsible for. Selectman Nicolopoulos asked if the safety building is on budget. Stack reported that it is with fine tuning continuing to stay within the appropriations. Deputy Fire Chief Mitchell was able to acquire approximately $8,000 of furniture at no cost, through the closing of the New England Center at University of New Hampshire. Selectman Hunter gave all the department heads and Mr. Stack kudos for all the work being done to get better pricing for this project. Stack and the Town’s bridge engineer, Bob Durfee, recently met with NHDOT engineers to discuss the Dunklee Road/Route 3A Intersection and Dunklee Road Bridge projects. NHDOT has agreed to The occupant received serious injuries but survived. lump the separate projects into one project that will all be done at the same time. Three receive serious injuries in Warner rollover Both the Town and the State will realize On August 19th Troopers, along with Hitchcock Hospital with multiple financial benefit by doing one project. Costs the Warner Fire and Hopkinton Fire injuries. Departments were dispatched to a roll- Bradley was ejected from the Toyota over crash that involved 2 vehicles with and was transported to Concord Hospi- Celebration of Life injury and entrapment. Upon arrival it tal, as was a female passenger who had Vincent Trovato was discovered that a Mitsubishi driven to be extricated by rescue personnel. November 18, 1946 – August 21, 2016 by Jeffrey D Scott 60 of Amherst, and Both suffered multiple injuries. Also in Monday, August 29, 6:00 p.m. a Toyota sport utility vehicle driven by the Mitsubishi were two dogs. Several Mile-Away Campground 479 Old W Paul Bradley, 33 of Dennis MA were on motorists were able to coax the dogs off Hopkinton Road. School supplies, kid’s the right side of the road and had rolled of the highway and they didn’t appear school clothing, and nonperishable food over causing extensive damage. to be injured. The crash remains under will be collected and donated to the School Scott was transported to Dartmouth investigation. and Food Pantry in Vince’s honor. Welcome Bow Readers! This issue of The Messenger is being mailed to each Bow household to introduce our weekly newspaper. Future issues will be mailed to you once each month. On weeks you do not receive one in the mail, you may pick one up at Youth Center, Community Center, Bow & Dunbarton Town Offi ces, Bow Mobile, Baker Library, Merrimack County Bank, Chen Yang, Blue Seal Feeds and both Shaws in Concord. Online at: www.granitequill.com Send us your news, notices, photos and announcements. We want to be YOUR weekly newspaper! Page 4 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

Hillsboro Mini Storage 2 convenient locations — 276 Henniker St. & 485 West Main St. Hillsboro Paint Center 276 Henniker St. Retail Store Pittsburgh Paints, Olympic Stains, Special Orders Cabot Stains • Screen Repairs U-Haul Rentals 603.454.4499 Trucks & Trailers • Boxes & Packing 29 Main Street Supplies • Hitches Installed Newport, NH 03773 PO Box 1541, Hillsboro, NH 03244 Find us on Facebook! Alan Ager (603) 464-4246 New London Fire Chief Jay Lyon (r) introduced Yari McKeon (l) to the select- [email protected] men as the department's newest member. 2014 MERCEDES Aff ordable shared SPRINTER 2500 TOWN OF BOW AUGUST REPORT housing opportunity CREW VAN Administration News In Antrim, NH for persons with verifi able With assistance from Chair Mike Wayne of the Town’s Capital disability. Private BRs, shared common areas, Improvements Plan (CIP) Committee and Selectman Colleen Hunter, private yard, on-site laundry facilities and Town Manager David Stack recently wrote and submitted an article parking. Utilities included. Rent based on on the Town’s CIP process to the New Hampshire Municipal Associa- 30% of monthly income provided annual tion for publication in an upcoming edition of the Association’s Town income is $30,100 or less. and City magazine. $36,500 Economic Development For more information call 144” WB. Like New. 28,000 Miles. Earlier this summer a fast-growing startup relocated its head- 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel, Very Economical to drive, 25 mpg. High top walk around. quarters from Bedford, NH to Bow Technologies Center on Robinson Great Brook Homes Florida driven, never in snow. Road. Compass Innovative Behavior Strategies was established in 603-588-3499 Call 603-748-1885 November 2014 by Ally and Dan Dube. The agency’s mission is to 2012 CHEVY 1500 provide personalized behavior therapy for children and adults with PUTNAM’S EXPRESS VAN autism and other developmental disabilities. Ally is a Bow native and SMALL ENGINE a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Dan is a seasoned entre- preneur who has started a number of companies in the tech industry. REPAIR The company currently has about 60 employees. Welcome to Bow! • SALES The Business Development Commission, with help from Arnett • SERVICE Development Group, recently unveiled a new tool on the Town’s web site that markets Bow’s Business Corridor and assists prospec- Gary Putnam tive investors in finding the right location for their business. The tool PO Box 841 highlights the many advantages that Bow offers as a business location Hillsboro, NH $22,500 03244 Excellent Condition, 33,000 Miles, in a user-friendly format. AWD. Never driven in snow. Tow Package never used. Heavy Duty Emergency Management (603) 831-3011 Monroe Springs. Very Clean. Like New. Through the efforts of Emergency Management Director Lee [email protected] Call 603-748-1885 Kimball, the Town was awarded a $24,090 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) by the NH Department of Safety. The grant will be used to outfit the Emergency Operations Center in the new Safety Building with a Smart Board, chairs, table, overhead pro- jector, screens, carrying cases, storage carts for furniture, book cases, computer, weather station, color printer and other equipment. Fire Department The OSRAM Hillsboro Employee Association Is your Medical Alert System dialing the right number? A Medical will be hosting a Craft Fair during the Alert System is an electronic key chain, necklace, or bracelet that is “Open House” on September 11th! used to request an ambulance, should you be unable to get to your Our last open house brought over 1,000 people through our phone. These systems typically dial the vendor's centralized monitor- facility and craft fair. Hours are 10-4 with set up time starting ing station. The Monitoring Station should contact Fire Dispatch, not at 8:30. Tables or space are $20 and are limited. Please contact The Fire Station. If you or a loved one has a Medical Alert System, Paula @ 603-464-7157 or [email protected] please verify with your vendor that a request for an ambulance will go if you are interested in participating. to Concord Fire Dispatch at (603) 225-3355. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 5 Franklin Animal Shelter hosting 2nd Annual Paws in the Park On Saturday, Sept. 24, the Franklin Demonstration by Weona K9, Franklin; a Chowder Competition. We are looking for Animal Shelter will be hosting its second Herding Demonstrations by Riverbank walkers, vendors and chowder contestants. annual Paws in the Park fundraiser spon- Farm, Salisbury; Disc Dog Demonstrations If interested in participating please contact sored by Watts Water Technology. The by Granite State Disc Dogs, Holderness; the Animal Shelter or the contact below. event will be held at Odell Park in Franklin, Franklin and Belmont PD K9 Demonstra- Be the set of hands that saves a set of paws. starting at 8:30 a.m. with the ‘Paws Walk’ tions, and New Hampshire State Arson For more information, please contact and continuing until 2 p.m. with live dog Dog. There will be vendors, pony rides and Christine Dzujna at 934-7163. demonstrations, vendors, Chowder Com- petition and fun. Mix 94.1 will be doing a live broad- cast from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The suggested Entry fee is $5.00 (waived with $20.00 in pledges for walkers). Registration for the Walk starts at 8:30 a.m., with the Walk beginning at 9:00 AM. To register on line, visit our Web site at: www. franklinani- malshelter. com. This event is rain or shine! Should you choose not to walk due to inclement weather, please mail your pledge sheet & donations to: Franklin Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 265, Franklin, NH 03235; checks should be made payable to Franklin Ani- The history of Ayer & Goss was told in this succession of its delivery vehicles on display at mal Shelter. Saturday's Truck Show at the Deering Airport. This year’s event will include Agility

Pre-Season Sale! Pride in Our Team Environmental Services Top quality pellets with incredible Pricing! Free Forklift Delivery Available*

OpenWhile 7 Suppliesdays a Last, week! Not to be combined with other oﬀers. Fighting infections, so you don’t have to… Sale Ends 9/30/2016 *See store for details A dedicated team that’s helped make LRGHealthcare one of the top 3 hospitals in NH for exceptional infection control.

Proudly Serving Franklin Regional Hospital and Lakes Region General Hospital. cyrlumber.com lrgh.org Windham ~ Warner~ Tilton Page 6 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com TAKE YOUR MEDICINE The anticonvulsant medication gabapentin — already a useful part of strategies to control pain after surgery — also effectively reduces the common complication of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), reports a study in Anesthesia & Analgesia. • • • BY SARAH CHAPIN Blood loss and the need for a blood transfusion are major concerns in joint replacement surgery, but a new use for an old drug is proving effective in reducing blood loss and transfusion rates, according to a study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). The drug, tranexamic acid, or TXA, has been used for decades in heart surgery, to treat hemophilia and to stop excessive uterine bleeding. • • • The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zepatier (elbasvir Work continues on New Boston's bridge. and grazoprevir) with or without ribavirin for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotypes 1 and 4 infections in adult patients. Hepatitis C is a viral disease that causes inflammation of the liver that Franklin thief arrested in Connecticut can lead to diminished liver function or liver failure. Most people infected Henry Rogers, the man who stole an elderly ladies purse with HCV have no symptoms of the disease until liver damage becomes containing her last $100, fled to New London Connecticut. After apparent, which may take several years. Some people with chronic HCV confirming this information Franklin Detectives contacted New infection develop cirrhosis over many years, which can lead to complica- London Detectives making them aware of Rogers presence and tions such as bleeding, jaundice (yellowish eyes or skin), fluid accumula- of Franklin's open investigation. On August 17th, Rogers was tion in the abdomen, infections or liver cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 3 million Americans arrested for allegedly committing burglary, larceny, and resisting are infected with HCV, of which genotype 1 is the most common and arrest/fleeing in New London. According to New London Detec- genotype 4 is one of the least common. tives more charges are pending. Once Rogers answers for his • • • crimes in Connecticut he can look forward to coming back to New Presented as a service to the community by Hampshire where Franklin will have more waiting on him. By the HENNIKER PHARMACY • 603-428-3456 way, Mr. Rogers, we told you we were coming to get you. P.O.Box 718 • Proctor Square • Henniker, NH 03242 Ruggles named Bow's Finance Director Geoff Ruggles was appointed as the Town’s new Finance Di- rector. Geoff brings many years of municipal finance and account- ing experience with him to Bow. He previously served as Finance Director for the Town of Gilford and he has also served as Finance OSRAM Director and Town Administrator for the Town of Pembroke. "Active Shooter Drill" at Sunapee High OPEN HOUSE On Saturday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m., the Sunapee Police, in conjunction with the Sunapee School District and New Hamp- shire Department of Homeland Security, will be conducting an "Active Shooter Drill" at the Sunapee Middle High School. The Sunapee Police and the Sunapee School District believe that this type of training is paramount and key in providing safety to our We are once again opening our doors to the community students, school staff and the community during these events. to give our friends, neighbors and families an opportunity to have an informative tour of the plant and view the many Newport man hurt in Vermont accident products we produce. A Newport NH man received minor injuries on Thursday when a flatbed, boom truck he was driving over turned. Police WHERE: OSRAM SYLVANIA, 275 West Main Street, Hillsboro, NH say Charles Dumont 44, was delivering landscaping blocks to a WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 2016, general public admission: residence on Austin Road in Rockingham, VT when the brake sys- 11:00am – 3:00pm. tem lost air. Dumont could not get the truck in gear and it rolled (Earlier hours have been designated for retirees and family members) down a steep hill landing on its side. Dumont received minor OTHER EVENTS: laceration to the arm and was transported to Springfield Hospital The Hillsboro Fire Department will be selling food & refreshments for an evaluation. A craft fair and bake sale will be also held under a large tent A food and pet food supplies drive will be held – please consider New Boston Selectmen accept donations It took the New Boston Selectmen exactly one minute to bringing a donation! conduct a public hearing before accepting donations: of $5,000 PLANT RULES: No open shoes (toes or heels) and heels must from Friends of the Whipple Free Library, $5,000 from the Con- be 2” or less. Camera’s & cell phones are prohibited on the tour. servation Commission, $5,000 from David Grosso and $5,000 Safety glasses will be provided & must be worn during the tour. from Marilyn Taylor for the Footbridge project. The Selectmen Please plan on approximately 1-hour for the tour. accepted the donations with gratitude. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 7 Community input sought on future of New London's 1941 building After several years of on again, off By consensus, the Board appointed in the facility and to set up a community again plans, the future of New London's Helm to contact other groups interested forum on its future. 1941 School Building will be the topic of an upcoming community forum designed to finalize plans to present to Town Meeting in May. At a recent selectman's meeting, Town Administrator Kim Hallquist reported that she had met with the School Board and District Superintendent who are now willing to delay demolition of the facility until the Town can present a formal proposal for lease or purchase of the building. Selectboard Chair Bill Helm then suggested that the fate of this facility be included in a broader exploration of the future of New Nondon arts and recreation needs. He mentioned Plan NH which conducts such Charettes as a possible facilitator. After a short discussion member Nancy Rollins said there was not enough time to undertake such a broad approach with only six months left until Town Meeting. Janet Kidder agreed saying the town needs a solid proposal at the next Town Meeting. What is the best use of the 1941 school Building?

SALE SALE RED SALE RED 32 Gal. HOT HOT 99 Tote BUY 99 BUY 9 6299374 19 99 4 Big Aug. Craftsman® Bug Stop® 2.5 Gal. Home Wet/ Barrier, Savings! RED HOT Dry Vac Now thru August 31 BUY 128 Oz. 2305696 7337140

SALE RED SALE RED SALE SALE RED 2 for HOT HOT HOT BUY BUY RED BUY HOT 99 99 BUY $ Ea. 5Ea. 1 ® 6 Clorox® Stanley andd Duck DeWalt® Tools Tape Disinfecting Wipes, &Accessories Assorted sizes 20536, 22876, 2332906, and styles. 35 Ct. 23629, 2379709 4028957 1139229, 1139237

Easy access off Route 89 Exit 7 717 Route E 103 Warner, NH Store Hours: M-F 7-5pm; Sat: 8-5pm, Sun 10-3pm 603-746-4477 CYRLUMBER.COM Page 8 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com Hit & Run vehicle strikes Corbin Bridge Newport police are searching for a vehicle that struck the side of the Corbin Bridge on Saturday afternoon. Around 1:45 p.m. the Newport Emergency Com- munications Center received several calls that someone Fuel Oils and LP Gas • Sales and Service had hit the side of the bridge and fled the scene, officials Our family has been serving the area’s heating needs for over 65 years! said. When police arrived on 24 Hour Gasoline and Diesel Pumps scene, they found extensive 20 Hall Ave. Henniker and Rte. 114 Bradford damage to the façade of the 428-3333 • www.ayerandgoss.com bridge and vehicle parts. Officials said that despite the damage, the bridge remains structurally sound. Police said V OTE☐ the vehicle that hit the bridge was traveling east and will Dennis Hogan for have extensive damage to the passenger side of the vehicle. County Attorney Anyone with information on RECORD OF EXCELLENCE the crash is asked to contact the Newport Police Department at 603-863-3232. • Endorsed by Victims of Crime • Tough on Crime Hancock Post Office painting exceeds bid AttorneyA The Hancock Selectboard considered an invoice from Wright • E ective E cient Management Dennis C. Hogan Painting for $15,640. The Selectboard had awarded Wright the Paid for by Hogan for County Attorney, Paul La amme Fiscal Agent bid for the post office/horse shed painting based on his proposal of $12,480. Wright explained that the preparation work from previous paint jobs on the Post Office building was extremely poor LoonLoon PPondond WellnessWellness and not discovered by his crew until he began work. There was no Hillsboro,H s o NHNH change order or stop work during this process although Wright did notify Town Administrator Kendall and the Selectboard the work Chiropractic was more than originally expected. Town Meeting authorized an appropriation of $15,000 for the painting of the post office and Nutritional horse sheds. Selectman Spitzbarth motioned to authorize a pay- ment of $15,000 to Wright Painting and all agreed. The board re- & Services marked on the excellent and professional painting work conducted by Wright. Dr. Cheryl Houston, RN, BS, DC Volunteers needed to fill Bow vacancies www.loonpondwellness.com There are currently openings on the Conservation Commission (603) 933-2929 [email protected] and the Bow Recycling and Solid Waste Committee. The Conserva- tion Commission meets the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. and the Recycling and Solid Waste Committee meets the first Tues- NEW BOSTON day of each month at 7:30 p.m. Volunteer applications are available at the Town Manager’s office and at www.bow-nh.gov. HARDWARE Hopkinton schools supplies are needed Marilyn Bresaw at Hopkinton Human Services is looking for etown Hardwar Hom e S community help to ensure every student has the school supplies r to u r o e they need. If you would like to shop for back to school supplies for Y a specific student, please contact Marilyn at 746-8244 or email - Stephen J. Young [email protected]. You also may drop off school supplies at Town Hall or send a donation to Hopkinton Human Ser- Mon-Sat 8-5 • Sun 9-3 SINCE 1995 New Boston Center vices, 330 Main Street, Hopkinton, NH 03229. Please make checks New Boston, NH 03070 603-487-2239 out to Hopkinton Human Services - School Supplies. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 9 Goffstown Police add one new officer & 20 body cameras Officer Richard Rodrigues was sworn technology is much more user friendly and first year and $6,500 each of the following in as the newest member of the Goffstown the Chief described them as "Extremely four years. The contract includes a "Non Police Department at the Selectman's useful." Appropriation Clause" which allows the meeting Monday evening before a large On a five-year contract, Tazer will department to back out if the town fails to crowd of family and friends. supply 20 cameras at a 50% discount of appropriate the funds in subsequent years. A native of Somerville MA Rodrigues $4,000 each plus four charging/download After a short discussion, the Board attended Saint Anselm College where he stations for a total cost of $13,000 the unanimously approved the contract. earned his bachelor of arts in criminal justice this past May. "While at St. A's, Rodrigues was an intern with our department leading up to his employment." As police Chief Robert Browne said "Richard was on our radar right from the start." Last Friday, Rodrigues graduated from the 170th NH Police Academy. At the meeting Chief Browne also asked permission to purchase 20 Body Cameras for the department. He explained that he first explored the option in 2014, but the technology was too expensive and required too many hours to download and maintain the film. Recently the department has been supplied with cameras by Tazer Interna- (L to R) David Pierce, Mark lemay, patrolman Richard Rodriques, Peter Georgantas, Corllis Adams, tional to be used on a trial basis. The new Allen Brown.

Welcome The Providers and Staff of New Hampton Family Practice and Belknap Family Health-Meredith are pleased to welcome Dr. Kyle Baron to their practices!

Dr. Baron will be seeing patients at both locations and is now accepting patients!

New Hampton Family Practice 744-5377 Kyle Baron, MD Belknap Family Health-Meredith 279-7433

Family Practice physicians are doctors lrgh.org who provide comprehensive & continuing healthcare for individuals and families. These providers care for men, women, and New Hampton Family Practice ~ 245 NH Route 104 New Hampton, NH 03256 children of all ages, and the scope of their Belknap Family Health-Meredith ~ 238 Daniel Webster Hwy Meredith, NH 03253 care covers all systems of the body and Departments of Lakes Region General Hospital diseases or conditions. Page 10 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

GOFFSTOWN, NEW HAMPSHIRE Goffstown Hours: 7am-9pm 7 Days A Week 10 N. Mast Road ~ 603.497.8176 Allenstown Hours: 7am-10pm Mon.-Sat., 7am-9pm on Sunday Best Neighborhood Market for the Manchester NH Area SATURDAY AUGUST 27TH — as voted by readers of the Hippo Press! FRIDAY SEPT. 2ND 2016 SUNCOOK, NEW HAMPSHIRE Visit us on the web! Like us on Facebook! Formerly Bi-Wise Market HTTPS://WWW.SULLYSSUPERETTE.COM 39 Allenstown Rd. ~ 603.485.9955 HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/SULLYSSUPERETTE

USDA CHOICE CERTIFIED USDA CHOICE CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF® ANGUS BEEF® $ 99 Bone-In $ 99 Bone-In T-BONE STEAK PORTERHOUSE 8 lb. 8 lb. STEAKS

FAMILY PACK FAMILY PACK, FRESH Sliced Boneless & Skinless $ 99 SLAB BACON $ 99 CHICKEN 2 lb. 1 lb. BREAST

CALIFORNIA, PRINCESS GREEN OR SCARLET 22 OZ. 8 INCH 10.5-11.5 OZ. SELECTED ROYAL RED (EXCLUDES DECAF) Fresh Baked $ 49 Seedless $ 99 APPLE PIE 2/$ Maxwell House 1 lb. GRAPES 3 5 COFFEE

DELI SLICED Boar’s Head SMOKEMASTER AMERICAN, BONELESS, HAM BONELESS PRE-PACKAGED D $ 99 Seasoned $ 69 10 lb. LAMB LEG 5 Cooked & Hot E BRUCES CHICKEN WINGS L $ 99 lb. USDA CHOICE 8 BUTCHER SPLIT I CERTIFIED ANGUS DELI SLICED Seasoned BEEF® HOPPE Kayem S CHICKEN Peeled Only available at BREAST BUTT GERMAN Goffstown location TENDER BOLOGNA 10 N. Mast Rd. Goffstown, NH $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 603.497.8176 1 lb. 14 lb. 3 lb. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 11 SAU 24 teachers attend specialized training sessions Teachers in SAU 24 schools serving School with teachers in grades 4-8, which to learn a routine for active reading and students in Henniker, Weare, and Stoddard also includes teachers from Center Woods writing that is consistent as they move from took part in specialized training in the days Upper Elementary School. Keys to Literacy grade to grade and subject to subject. High leading up to the start of the new school trainers worked with SAU 24 teachers School and elementary teachers will be year. Teachers from Kindergarten through to implement consistent comprehension trained over the next few years in Keys to third grade from James Faulkner Elemen- strategies. This program allows students Comprehension. tary School (Stoddard), Henniker Commu- nity School and Center Woods Elementary School (Weare) received training in their new writing program. The Units of Study in Writing by Lucy Calkins. This program will begin implementation in grades K-3 this year. Additionally, Keys to Comprehen- sion training took place at the Henniker Community School and Weare Middle Vendors Wanted For: Greenfield's Harvest Fair Contact Christine Souza at 744-930-4606 Teachers at the Henniker Community School during the Keys to Comprehension training prior to the beginning of school. L-R: back row: Music teacher Ann Hueglin and computer and music [email protected] teacher Jock Irvine L-R: front row: Librarian/Media Specialist Carol Sweney and Extended Learn- ing and Family and Consumer Science teacher Betsy Bartolotti (face hidden). Find it in Henniker! The only one on earth! Upstairs at Daniel’s Where Art Gift shop & boutique. Established 1985

A unique gift shop with an eclectic 803 Flanders Rd. collection of gifts for everyone! Henniker, NH Meets Fiber 617-320-3394 Jewelry • clothing • pottery glassware • gourmet foods & more! Classes and Come in & explore! Local & Fair Trade Registration: go to Like us on facebook to see new items SeaGlassYoga.com & specials. 48 Main St., Henniker, NH 603-428-7621

Intervale Your ad Farm here Pancake House for only $30!! The Intervale Farm Pancake House has 161 Foster Hill Rd., Henniker Every other been serving breakfast to the locals of Henniker and nearby towns for more than • Mon.-Sat. 10-5pm • week. 25 years. Come by for pancakes, waffl es, Call us or French toast with our own maple syrup, 428-7830 Sun. by appt. day at made right here every spring. 603 931 Flanders Road, Henniker, NH 464-3388 603-428-7196 www.FIBERSTUDIO.com Page 12 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

Publishers Perspective by Leigh Bosse THE Messenger Arrogant, Self-centered and Reprehensible A Publication of In my January 1st Publisher's Perspec- previous proposal, he told the Board, Granite Quill Publishers tive I reported that the Superintendent "Whether a bond or a lease, if you put this Your Hometown Weekly Since 1868 and Hillsboro-Deering School Board were to a vote, you will lose." He then proposed A Tradition Worth Keeping! upset with my accusing them of lying to simply putting the $72,807 lease payments 246 West Main Street • PO Box 1190 taxpayers by placing the Red Hawks foot- in the operating budget, thus avoiding ball program directly in the budget rather voter approval altogether. Board members Hillsboro, NH 03244-1190 that as a warrant article as represented to Steve Hahn , Chris Bober and Nancy Denu Phone: 464-3388 • Fax: 603-464-4106 voters the year before. indicated a willingness to do so, while E-mail: [email protected] Ginks Leiby told me she didn't ap- Chair Rich Pelletier said he might support www.granitequill.com preciate being called a liar, Nancy Denu the lease method if there was a ballot vote objected to being told what to do, Steve but was hesitant to support this proposal. STAFF Hahn accused me of "name calling" and Member Paul Plater continues to insist Leigh Bosse: Publisher Superintendent Robert Hassett said I was that those 12-15 students can be taught Joyce Bosse: Editor "bullying the board." in the surplus space of the three existing Christi Macomber: Advertising Design Well, if they were upset at that, I won- buildings. Gail Stratos: Publication Design & Layout, der how they will react to this? When I suggested that this direct insult Advertising Design, Production & Website As reported in last week's Messenger, to voters, and subversion of the intent Deborah Belanger: Account Representative the Alternative High School proposal first of our laws was "reprehensible" I was Mary Yuryan: Account Representative proposed in 2015 as a $700,000 bond rebuked by Steve Hahn who said he did requiring a 2/3 vote, failed to even win a not appreciate being called reprehensible. DEADLINE: majority, failing 314 yes to 436 no. Two I did not call either Mr. Hahn, or any other Monday at 5pm prior to Fri. publication. weeks ago, the Board discussed proposing board member reprehensible. I continue ADVERTISEMENT ERRORS: the project as a lease/purchase, thus avoid- to insist that if the Board persists in lifting ing the 2/3 requirement, but still requiring a middle finger to the 58% of voters who We will be responsible for errors in advertise- voter approval, which was arrogant and oppose spending $625,000 for a school to ments only to the extent of correcting the disrespectful enough house 12-15 students, that act would be ar- same in the next issue using space equal At last Monday's meeting, Superinten- rogant, self-centered and reprehensible. to the items in error. dent Robert Hassett took it a step further. A final vote has been scheduled for the LETTERS POLICY: Knowing that 58% of voters rejected the Board's August 29th meeting. We will print signed letters to the editor on a space available basis. Letters should be no more than 250 words, typed or e-mailed. Letters must be signed but names may be Letters to the Editor excluded upon request. Dear Editor: am working on my Eagle Scout Service PHOTO SUBMISSIONS: My name is Andrew Nicholls and I am Project. My project is creating a Veterans We encourage individuals and groups to a Life Scout with Troop 75 in Bow and I Memorial for the Town of Bow at Evan submit photos of their events or activities, either by mail or e-mail. CORRECTIONS POLICY: Win a $15 Gift Cert. to We strive every day to present full, fair and Appleseeds Restaurant! accurate news reports. We will correct, in this Find & list the graphic at right from 4 ads & send your answers to: space, factual inaccuracies in our coverage. The Messenger’s Ad Hunter, PO Box 1190, Hillsboro, NH 03244 We encourage readers to tell us if we have made a mistake. Ad #1 Page # Ad #2 Page #

Ad #3 Page # Ad #4 Page # Winner for Aug. 19, 2016 Also from The Granite Quill: Answers for week of Aug. 19, 2016: IN New Hampshire Name Martha • Mix 94.1 Radio – Page 3 Your Guide to What’s Happening in the Granite State Mailing Address • Knoxland Equipment – Page 11 Gaudes, Senior Lifestyles • Town & Country Animal – Page 22 A Guide for New Hampshire’s Active Seniors Town & Zip • Pancake Breakfast – Page 27 Bedford www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 13 Letters to the Editor cont.

Cemetery on White Rock Hill Road. The with a “yellow pages” eye. If the City is THE Memorial will be dedicated to all service- doing something that can be found in the Messenger men and women who gave their lives “yellow pages” we should seriously consider to the protection of our country. The outsourcing that line item IF the same level Pick up your Messenger at: Memorial will consist of 5 granite posts, of service can be provided at a cost savings. Andover: Jake's, Circle K, Diner, each engraved with one of the five seals Just because the service has always been Antrim: Antrim Marketplace, Rick & Dianne's, of the US Armed Forces. These Posts will Edmunds done one way does not justify the continued surround a circular patio of bricks, which, Bennington: Albertos, Harris Convenience, at the center, will have a flat, round granite practice if a more efficient method is avail- General Store monument which will include the dedica- able. Remember the axiom that “Doing the Bow: Town Office, Mobil, Chen Yang Li tion. I am looking for the community’s same thing over and over while expecting a Bradford: Bradford Marketplace, Bank, Post help to fund this project. I am selling cus- different result is the definition of insanity.” Office, Appleseed tom engraved, commemorative bricks to The School Board might concentrate on Claremont: Hannafords Market Basket be placed in the patio of the Memorial. The the basics with an out of the box approach. Dunbarton: Pages Corner bricks will cost $50 each, however extra Online courses maybe available to address Elkins: Post Office donations are gladly accepted. The form the needs of a small number of students Francestown: General Store can be found on www.bowveteransmemo- interested in an Advanced Placement type Franklin: Hannafords, City Hall, Franklin Savings Bank, Franklin Studio, Pizza Chef rial.org under the “Brick Fundraiser” tab. course. An added benefit may be that the Please email any questions to andrew@ Georges Mills: Jake's Market student will have the opportunity to take an- bowveteransmemorial.org. Thank you very Goffstown: Sully's, Sawyers, Vicksters, other course during the school day. Encour- much for your support and I look forward Village Trestle, Shell, Cumberland Farms, to completing this project for the Town of aging the formation of charter schools could China Gourmet, Putnam's, YMCA Bow. be another solution. The State will provide Grantham: Rum Brook Market, Circle K Andrew Nichols, Bow approximately $6,500 per student. The loss Greenfield: Harvester Market **************************************** of approximately $3,500 in state aid per Goshen: General Store, Lumber Barn Dear Editor: student would be offset by the reduction of Guild: Post Office, Dorr Mill Store Hancock: General Store, Fiddleheads I want to commend the Franklin City the $15,000 per student burden to the City Henniker: Harvester, Pharmacy, All In One for educating that student. The state also Council and the Franklin School Board for Market, Henniker Farm Store, Edmunds working together on the next budget as re- has the Schools Scholarship Fund NH that Hillsborough: Shaws, Post Office, Diner, JD ported in your August 12 edition. The past awards scholarships to low and moderate Foods, Lake Sunapee Bank, Santander, Bank practice where the school budget is submit- income families. This program is funded of NH, McDonalds, Subway, Dunkin' Donuts, ted well after the city budget is set does not by business tax credits and applies for use William's Store demonstrate best practice for preparing for at public, private and home schools. Not Hopkinton: Town Hall, No5 Tavern the future. I urge both sides to look beyond every student does well in the same setting. Jaffrey: Belletetes, Mr Mike's, Dunkin' Donuts the superficial to engage in open discussions Students and parents should be encouraged Keene: Hannafords, Price Chopper for non-traditional solutions. to seek the best solution for the individual. Lebanon: Shaws (2), Price Chopper (2) Newbury: Marzelli's, Bubba's, Post Office By joining forces, both the City Council The City might approach the budget Newport: Shaws, Caronis Market, T-Bird, Circle K, Quick Stop New Boston: General Store Identify this Mystery Photo & New London: Hannafords, Colonial Mystery Pharmacy, Mackenna's, Jake's Market WinWin a a$15 $15 Gift Gift Certificate Certificate! Peterborough: Shaws, Toadstool Bookstore, Mr Mike's, Hospital, Dunkin' Donuts, Brady's, Photo to Ming Du Restaurant! Roy's, Nonnies All entries must include name, Rindge: Market Basket, Hannaford address and telephone number. Sunapee: Mini Mart, Pizza Market, Town Hall Sutton: Vernondale Store, Post Offices Mail to: Mystery Photo, Warner: Market Basket, Foothills Restaurant, PO Box 1190, Hillsboro, NH 03244 Circle K Washington: General Store Winner for Aug. 19, 2016: Weare: Town Office, Dimitri's, Country 3, Kristie Hill, Hillsboro Lanctots, Blackbird Market & Deli Photo was of: Patricia Barry Wilmot: Park & Go Page 14 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

d Sox T Re im Letters to the Editor cont. ’s e t ! I and the School Board have the opportunity we have received for the past several years. to investigate areas where sharing expenses We are definitely feeling the loss of Hill might be combined as in health care. There students choosing to leave Franklin. I know maybe a need for compromise, but where there is a balance between potholes, snow there is a need, this is what businesses do to removal, fire engines, and educating our find a solution. A larger population whose children. But we must also remember we healthcare is put out to bid may result in a have citizens who simply cannot pay and savings with better benefits. Perhaps janito- additional $1,000 or more in property taxes. rial services could be shared or outsourced. There are too many homes sitting vacant in What about sharing snow removal? What this city because the owners could not pay Catch the about combining financial departments the taxes. This is not good for anyone and Boston Red Sox where fewer personnel are required to ac- we DO NOT need to foster more. complish the financial requirements? Again, I thank the City Council and all season long on In the end we must all realize that School Board for working together, but WNTK Talk Radio there is not an endless supply of tax money. encourage the members to look for non- Franklin has a tax and spending cap that is traditional solutions. 99.7 FM. adjusted to inflation. The State is tighten- David Testerman, Franklin ing the belt by reducing the school revenue Springfield’s Variety ***************************************** 1480 AM and 106.5 FM WCNL Country NH 1010 AM and 94.7 FM

Sullivan County’s Country, Community & Information Station WCNL COUNTRY 1010 AM / 94.7 FM Classic Country, New Country, Country Crossover Artists - Plus the Red Sox

Congratulations MacKenzie Rice! Thank you to the Masons of the Benevolent Lodge #7 in Milford, NH and Pacific Lodge #45 in Francestown, NH and their Masonic Bikes for Books program! Dodge Library's Summer Reading program participants were entered to win this year's bike donation by entering their book reviews. Shown in the photos are Artie Dunham, MacKenzie Rice & Jon Manley.

did you know? Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he will sit www.Country1010.com in a boat all day drinking beer. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 15

Maple St., Henniker 428-3265 • 56 Main St., Antrim 588-6565 WWW.EDMUNDSSTORE.COM [email protected] Labor Day SALE!! Wed., Aug. 31 through Mon. Sept. 5 Buy one of these:

Double Suet RED Double Suet Feeder Feeder HOT The Manchester Community Music School (MCMS) is proud to an- 99 Assorted colors. 8404196 BUY nounce that their scholarship has been awarded to pianist Gavin Ea. Palmer of Goffstown. 7Get two of these FREE Whipple Hall window repairs are costly Bird Suet, 11-1/4 oz. Jim Perkins and Arch Weathers met with the New London 8294530, 8294555, 8294563, 8294548 Selectmen to discuss Cupola Window Repair at Whipple Hall, Perkins informed the Board that the painting of the cupola is Buy two, get one RED SALE RED complete; the painters removed the four windows and Arch has HOT HOT taken them to his shop for repair. Weathers informed the Board BUY BUY that now that he can see the windows up close, he realizes that his 99 FREE Ea. estimate for repair must be revised. He brought one of the curved $ 99 $ 99 12 - 18 Ea. 2 TM pieces of the window to show what needs to be completed. He TM Great Stuff said it takes about 12 hours to repair a 6 over 6 window, which Filtrete Micro Foam Sealants, doesn’t involve any major repairs. His initial estimate included Allergen Fur- 12 oz. 13322, 19077 $100 per window for possible additional repairs but when he saw nace Air Filter Window & Door them up close he realized it would take a lot more time to repair Assorted sizes available. Foam Sealant, them. Each frame is pinned and they must be drilled out, epoxied, 48463. Free item must be of equal or lesser value 12 oz. 1201334...$4.99 and have pegs put back in. The other problem is the frame has been taken apart and the window must be plumb when put back $ 99 $ 99 together. It is tedious and takes a tremendous amount of work. Reg. 99 RED Reg. 99 SALE HOT He thinks, because he has been working on it for about a week, BUY SALE RED HOT it was about 28 hours per window. He feels another 12 hours per BUY windows would get the job done.Weathers said it will be consider- 99 99 ably less than the “not to exceed” amount he had quoted in the 69 79 revised estimate of $2,590 per window (the original estimate was Craftsman® Craftsman® 25cc $1,390 per window). Further discussion resulted in a probable 16 Gal. Wet Gas Blower cost per window of $2,140, not the $2,590 in the July 22, 2016 /Dry Vac 7435258 revised estimate. Mr. Weathers said he would charge less if his 6 peak hp motor, hours were less; materials only account for 3% of the job. The 20’ power cord. 2339059 Board approved the increase to $2,140 per window. YOUR CHOICE RED RED SALE Dunbarton thief caught in Goffstown SALE HOT HOT Jonathan Lacourse, 20, of Manchester was arrested after al- BUY BUY legedly stealing more than $1,400 worth of jewelry from a home 99 where he was doing work on Saturday, and now faces a charge 99 Ea. of theft by unauthorized taking. Lacourse reportedly took the 14 19 Ace Yard jewelry while taking a break at a home on Mansion Road where High-Back he had been hired to do some work, according to police. When & Garden confronted by the homeowners, he fled from the home, and was Tools Folding Heavy-duty Chair later found in Goffstown with the jewelry still in his possession, fi berglass handles. according to police. Goffstown police assisted Dunbarton officers 7011273, 7011414, Blue or green. 8466104 with the arrest. 7012818, 7012859 Page 16 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com 2016 Henniker Rotary Club Chilifest Fire On The Mountain

2016 Henniker Rotary Club Chili Fest Edmunds ACE Hardware Cruise-in

1st judges Award Professional Margaritas Concord 1st Judges & Peoples Amateur Swamp Donkey Kreations Loudon

1st People's Choice Professional 900 Degrees Manchester Reed Cullen on fiddle & The McMurphys

Best Professional Display Hillbilly Chili Nashville TN Best Professional Display New Harvester Market Henniker www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 17 2016 Hillsborough Living History Photos courtesy of Bob & Sue Hofstetter Page 18 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com TOWN OF HILLSBOROUGH Last registration of voters before Primary The supervisors of the Checklist will be in session Tuesday, September 6, 2016 from 7:00 -7:30 p.m. at the Town Ofﬁ ce. New voters and corrections will be accepted. After September 6th, NO additions, deletions or corrections may be made to the checklist until the State Primary on September 13, 2016 when voting will take place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hillsboro-Deering Middle School.

To advertise your business in our Adopt-A-Pet special section coming in Nov. call 603-464-3388 and ask for Mary! Hillsborough crews are constructing a sidewalk along West Main Street. Granite Quill Bradford & Warner explore cooperation Publishers Bradford selectmen John Pfeifle, Chair and Jim Bibbo met 246 West Main St., Hillsboro, NH with the Warner Board as a follow up to their meeting last fall. John said Warner is the town that showed strong interest in Public Notice shared services. Pfeifle feels there are certain areas that should be looked at first and then others can be followed up later, and COMMUNITY ALLIANCE noted areas that could be looked at and considered under shared TRANSPORTATION SERVICES UPDATE services such as Finance, Cemeteries, Insurance and Police. John The Community Alliance for Human Services, Inc. (CAHS) would like to see Warner consider putting the Bradford and War- will regreƩ ably cease operaƟ on of its Sullivan County rural ner Police Departments together. He noted that there is a huge public transportaƟ on service as of the close of business difference in the cost to run the Fire Departments, Bradford is at on September 9, 2016. CAHS and the New Hampshire $55K, Warner is at $174K. He would like to see one department Department of TransportaƟ on (NHDOT) are working between 3 or 4 towns, with each town retaining a small presence, together to secure another provider for bus and volunteer but, being able to react from both and not have the huge costs driver services in Sullivan County. Over the last several years, CAHS has experienced for four different towns for equipment. Pfeifle also talked about ongoing challenges to meet local match required to the Highway Department, which he thinks it's way down the line access commiƩ ed Federal Transit AdministraƟ on (FTA) on how to put two highway departments together. Another area funding for rural public transportaƟ on (SecƟ on 5311), to be talking about is solid waste, and take on some of Warner's which funds the local bus service, and for seniors and residents that are located closer to Bradford. He would like some individuals with disabiliƟ es (SecƟ on 5310), which funds thought put into this idea. If Bradford, Warner, Sutton and New- the Volunteer Driver Program. In an eī ort to develop bury join, the Bradford station is dead central on Rt. 114/103. adequate sustainable local funding and assure delivery of Warner Chair Clyde Carson feels one area both towns could the most eĸ cient and cost-eī ecƟ ve public and specialized transportaƟ on service to Sullivan County, CAHS applied for save is in health insurance, and asked if they would like to begin and received two planning grants. For the past year, CAHS by bidding for health insurance together. Bibbo said that turf has been working with NaƟ onal Rural Transit Assistance battles are a big thing, but as Selectmen you have to look at the Program (NRTAP) and the Community TransportaƟ on big picture. Cooperative efforts save money. AssociaƟ on of America (CTAA) to develop a viable plan for sustainable transportaƟ on services for the residents of New Boston police secure new AED units Sullivan County. Due to the diĸ culty in securing local match New Boston Police Chief Jim Brace updated the Selectmen over the last several years, CAHS now  nds that it is unable on a potential AED purchase noting the Police Department AED to sustain current operaƟ ons aŌ er September 9, 2016. units were used three times over the last three months. Fire De- CAHS and the NHDOT are currently in discussions with partment Captain Catalano researched equipment replacements several enƟ Ɵ es to maintain services. CAHS and NHDOT are and learned the current Police Department units were old and the commiƩ ed to idenƟ fying a new provider of Sullivan County public transportaƟ on services as quickly as possible. Police Department building did not have an AED unit like other It is with deep regret that this diĸ cult decision to cease town buildings. The Chief proposes using $7,970 for six new AED transportaƟ on services is made. The Community Alliance units at $1,328 each. The funds would come from unused money for Human Services will do all that it can to support the budgeted this year for the position which has been vacant. The ongoing eī ort to secure a new transportaƟ on provider as Selectmen approved this purchase and considered this equipment soon as possible. valuable to the Town. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The Messenger | Page 19

MILLSTONE AT

A New London Chinese Restaurant 74 Tradition MAIN 526-4201 Great Food BISTRO & Great Prices LOUNGE Great Service 74 Newport Road • New London 207 Salt hill Pub is a neighborhood Dine in or take out. eatery and gathering place OPEN: Mon.-Thu. 11-9:30pm W. Main St. Fri. & Sat. 11-10pm for friends and family! Sunday 12noon - 9:30pm Hillsboro 58 Main St. Newport, NH 603-464-0219 • 603-464-6488 (603) 863-7774 www.millstonerestaurant.com [email protected] Szechuan • Hong Kong • Cantonese Cuisine THE APPLESEED RESTAURANT & CATERING SERVICES Lake Todd • P.O. Box 774 • Bradford, NH 03221 Catering for all occasions An Establishment of Good Taste

“Country Dining... at Country Prices” With more creative tasty 938-2100 • www.Appleseedrestaurant.com delights, come in and HRS: Tues.-Sun., 5:00 pm-9:00 pm • Closed Mon. See our Menu: flyinggoose.com treat your palate! CRAFT BEER & Come enjoy Come sample dinner at our new menu! GREAT PUB FOOD Original cuisine using only the freshest ingre- The Appleseed. dients, making it the best of its kind anywhere! Delicious nightly Visit our website: www.tookymillspub.com specials, always made Sun-Thurs 11:30am-9pm; Fri & Sat 11:30am-10pm Appleseed Love< 9 Depot St. • Hillsboro • 464-6700 603-526-6899 Exit 11 off of I89 with Est. 1999 • Sean Burt, Proprietor 40 Andover Road, New London, NH

Tuesday Buff et Pizza Night features Chef Sushi, 5-8pm off SAMPAN Franklin CHINESE, SUSHI BAR & LOUNGE A Friendly Place for Great Food! Angelino’s 356 W. Main Street, Hillsborough, NH $ 00 $ 00 Roadside stand 603-464-3663 1 Off 3 Off Open: Sun. - Thurs. 11:30am to 9pm AnyAAny LaLLargeargrge SubSuSub AnyAnAny 11818”8” PizzPizzaPPiizzzza Fri. & Sat. 11:30am to 10pm TAKE OUT/DINE IN ONLY • EXP 8/31 NOW OPEN Visit our website: www.sampannh.com HRS: 11AM-9PM SUN.-THURS.; 11AM-10PM FRI.-SAT. Like us on Facebook 418418 NN. MainMaiin StreetSStreett • FranklinFrankklin 10am - 3pm Mon.-Sat. (603) 934-9000 Henniker Street, Hillsboro Page 20 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

ONLY 20Something Season Pass .22 Unlimited $222 (Ages 18-29)

DAY & NIGHT 2016-2017 Unlimited Season Pass $ Juniors/Seniors (Ages 6-17/65+) 399 $469 Adults (Ages 30-64) "PEAK" Reward Unlimited Season Pass Get 10 people to purchase Season Passes and everyone gets a discount plus the Leader receives “rewards”. Installation of a new sign marks the completion of the renovations to Hopkinton's Skate Park. Customize your pass with one of the following options: Powder Pass Club • Unlimited • Midweek • Transferable Lack of communication caused accident The state Department of Labor has ruled that human error TO PURCHASE SEASON PASSES: caused by not communicating effectively with other employees PATSPEAK.COM caused Tom Wooten's death at the Northfield public works garage. 1�888�PATS PEAK Route 114, Henniker, NH According to the report, that accident occurred when a backhoe/ front loader was being used to pull a large box style trailer, and a Low Unlimited Season Pass Rates Good through September 6, 2016. front-end loader was being used to push it. Wooten was one of two spotters on the same side of the trailer and the equipment. The accident investigation was conducted by Inspectors Jason Perry and Diane Ray and their findings were based on interviewing the three employees who were directly involved in the moving of the trailer Back to and viewing the accident scene. Pair of Newport juveniles caught Tagging School A pair of Newport juveniles confessed to police that they were behind a spree of spray painting or “tagging” of commercial buildings and other structures throughout the town. Police officials credit Time, surveillance video obtained from private businesses or homeowners with helping them identify who had spray painted more than a half dozen locations. Local investigators believe there were other locations Drive where this vandalism took place that have not yet been identified. The Newport Police Department will be working with the victims to Safely remove the “tagging” from the affected areas, officials added. Celebrate Bow Heritage Day Sept 17th Davis & Towle Group, Inc. Monadnock Paper Mill, Inc. Celebrate completion of Bow Bog Meeting House restoration Proctor Square, Henniker 428-3238 Bennington, NH 588-3311 with guided tours, displays, demonstrations, music, and historic 800-491-3238 davistowle.com Red Coat Homes moments on September 17th from 11 AM to 2 PM at the Bow Bog Red Coat Realty 246 W. Main St., Hillsboro Meeting House. Visit with our blacksmith, learn about granite foundation building, historic window preservation and how to play 246 W. Main St., Hillsboro 464-3053 464-3880 a Reed Organ. See the Luther Morgan muzzle loader and discover Western Ave. Pizzeria LLC Central Concrete Corp. how it was altered over time and view historic communion pieces. 26 Western Ave., Henniker Jct: Rt. 114 & 202, Henniker Hear the story of Clough Hall, Deacon Obed Gault and the abolition 428-8442 428-7900 movement and more. Bow Men's Club Lunch of beef stew & cornbread available for purchase 1 PM service will include recognition Hilltop Heating Ayer & Goss, Inc. of restoration supporters and our 3rd annual memorial bell ringing Deering Center Rd. 4 Hall Avenue, Henniker ceremony for Bow residents, followed by free homemade pie. The Deering, NH 464-5311 428-3333 restoration has been made possible in part by a grant from NH Land and Community Heritage Investment Program. www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The messenger | Page 21 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR / TRUCK DRIVER TOWN OF NEW BOSTON HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Full time position, complete beneﬁ t package available. CDL-B, air brake endorsement required, snow plowing experience necessary. Job description and application are available on the Town Website or you may pick it up at the Town Hall at 7 Meetinghouse Hill Road, ask for Laura Bernard, Selectmen’s Assistant. Applications will be accepted until noon of August 31, 2016. Turn them in to Laura Bernard at the Town Hall personally or mail to Town of New Boston, PO Box 250, New Boston, NH 03070, to the attention of Laura Bernard. New Boston is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Hillsboro Lions Club President Roger Racette (r) thanks Disctrict Gover- nor Christine Greenwood (l) for her presentation to the Club. TOWN OF DEERING PUBLIC NOTICE School traffic delays expected in Weare Police Chief Sean Kelly reports that one lane of a section of Supervisors of the Deering Checklist Concord Stage Road that’s been closed for about a month will open will be in session on Tuesday, September 6 at in time for the first day of school Thursday, but substantial traffic the Town Hall from 7-7:30 pm for the purpose delays are still expected. Schools affected include Center Woods of preparing the checklist for the upcoming Elementary School, Center Woods Upper Elementary School, Weare State Primary Election, Tuesday, September 13. Middle School and John Stark Regional High School. Since Aug. 1, No changes in party affi liations until after crews have been working to replace a retaining wall that was built in the primary. Photo ID, proof of domicile in the 1930s and has been deteriorating over the years. The 6-foot, dog- Deering and/or documentation of naturalization bone shaped structures will be replaced with new concrete structures are required. over the next few weeks. The project is taking place in the stretch of road past Center Road in a primarily residential area and near the Blackbird Market and Deli. TOWN OF DEERING Town of Deering, New Hampshire notice is hereby given that, in accordance Skateboard & Scooter Competition with the provisions of RSA 80:80 (II), the Town of Deering, by its Selectmen, The Hillsboro Recreation Department will be sponsoring the first duly authorized, is accepting sealed bids on the following parcel(s) of Annual Skateboard and Scooter competition on Sunday October 9 land and/or buildings acquired by the Town by Tax Deed. This is a single @ 10:00am at Grimes Field in Hillsboro for ages 6-18. Athletes will sale consisting of two properties. The parcel is: Map/ Lot # 232-025. The compete in 3 separate events (Slalom, Freestyle and Best Trick) and property is located on 2nd NH Turnpike Road. Current assessed value for prizes will be awarded to the top 3 in each age group in each event. building(s)/land is $52,800 and $60,300. A mobile home is also located on There will be a live DJ, raffle prizes, food and a clinic for inexperi- the parcel and is identifi ed as Map/Lot # 232-025-0MH. Current assessed enced and younger skaters sponsored by Spank Alley Skate following value for this mobile home is $3,500. Persons interested in purchasing these properties shall submit a bid amount, in writing, delivered to the the main event. Registration forms are available at the Hillsboro Town Offi ce, 762 Deering Center Road, Deering, New Hampshire 03244 Town Hall, the Hillsboro Police Station lobby or on-line at the Town no later than 4:00pm on September 15, 2016. The bid should represent the of Hillsboro website. For more information you may contact Peter amount the bidder is willing to pay for the conveyance of the properties in Brigham at The Hillsboro Parks & Recreation department at 464- accordance with the terms of sale. Bidders are responsible for performing 7985 or e-mail [email protected]. their own due diligence appropriate to the purchase of any real estate. The properties are being sold by the Town as a single sale in an “as is” Goffstown couple bailed on sex charges condition. The Town makes no express or implied warranties of any David Cazares and Cristal Ball, the Goffstown couple facing information contained herein or as to the title, condition of the properties, charges in connection with alleged sexual assaults of an underage fe- permitted uses under any law or regulation, or any deeded property male appeared in court Tuesday. Cazares, 45, faces two Class A felony restrictions. The properties will be sold to the highest qualifi ed bidder, charges, aggravated felonious sexual assault and attempted aggra- subject to satisfactory closing, etc. Terms of sale - certifi ed or bank check – vated felonious sexual assault — and six Class A misdemeanors: two 10% deposit, balance 30 days. Pro Rata Taxes, legal and recording fees to be paid by purchaser at time of closing. (Deed to be recorded by Town). charges of endangering the welfare of a child, two indecent exposure Closing shall be on or before thirty (30) days from bid opening scheduled charges, two criminal solicitation charges, and two sexual assault for September 21, 2016 at Board of Selectmen meeting. Deed by Town will charges. He waived his probable cause hearing. Ball, 46, faces two be limited to a Deed with No Covenants. Conveyance will be subject to counts of endangering the welfare of a child. She pleaded not guilty all easements and rights of way as existed at the time of the tax deeding. to the charges during her arraignment. She is charged with failing to Failure to close may result in sale to the next highest bidder. The Board of report the alleged abuse twice. The victim allegedly informed her of Selectmen reserves the right to reject all bids, and/or impose other conditions the assaults after incidents in August 2014 and the summer of 2015. on the sale on or before the bid opening. Questions should be directed to Cazares also is facing a Class A misdemeanor sexual assault charge Russell McAllister, Deering Town Administrator; phone: 603-464-3248 or email: [email protected] Mark bids as 2nd NH Turnpike Bid. from Dunbarton police. Page 22 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

L-R Lyndsay Curtis Class 1 teacher at the Weare Middle School, Center Woods Upper Elementary Principal Shawne Hilliard, and Center Woods Upper Elemen- tary School Class 1 teacher Brenda Parsons confer during the Keys to Comprehension training.(Left Photo) Shown during The Units of Study in Writing by Lucy Calkins training that took place at Center Woods Elementary School: back row: Grade 1/2 teacher at James Faulkner Elementary School Tina Minard with Henniker Community School's kindergarten teacher Carrie Flaherty and second-grade teacher Val Dyer. front row: From HCS: Meghan Henry, long- term 3rd-grade substitute teacher, Leah LeGrand, 1st-grade teacher, and kindergarten teacher Kim Perozzi (Right photo) AUTO: QUALITY AUTO CARE New England KustomK & Collision EXPERT COLLISION REPAIRS � We work with ALL ins. co.’s COMPLETE INTERIOR & Mark A. Lawson, Owner EXTERIOR RECONDITIONING 288 Beard Road • Hillsboro, NH Mon-Fri 9-5:30 • Add’l hours by appt. P 603.478.3987 C 603.344.3987 Stop by or give us a call All Phases of Auto Repair Rt. 77 West, 32 Dustin Tavern, Rd., Weare, NH 18 W. W Main M i Street, St t Hillsboro Hill b � State Inspections 603-464-5551 Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles www.kustomandcollisionw .com Chuck’s $ 00 Auto 5 Off ! Repair Quality All In-Stock Parts Mechanical, Body Work & 29 Liberty Hill Rd., Henniker, NH Used Car Sales 603-428-8181 1168 Concord Rd., Antrim [email protected] www.theHonestEngine.com 603-464-5045 800-529-5865 • www.alliedautowrecking.com Jerry Newton, Owner HOSS Jim and Laura Roberts INSPECTIONS S Auto EXHAUST, full service repair shop LLC — AND MORE Hot Oil Spraying C Repair 270 Browns Way FULL SERVICE Henniker, NH 03242 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm AUTO REPAIR 603-428-3939 117 Henniker St. Hillsboro FAX 603-428-3113 Phone: 464-4727 • Fax: 464-4012 • FREE ESTIMATES Hours: M-F 8-5 • CUSTOM WORK Auto Detailing & Reconditioning Center 16416164 WESTWEW STT MAIN ST. 603-464-5656 Brown’s Way (WYMAN’S BUILDING) 117 Henniker Street, Suite 3 LLC HILLSBOROUGH, NH Hillsborough, NH AUTOMOTIVE www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The messenger | Page 23 CONTRACTORS: QUALITY WORK AHC E.H.F. TTREEREE BringBring LawnLawwn Excavation SERVICE Back to LIFE Murdough Septic Systems Installed & Repaired. Tree Trimming LLC Driveways • Drainage rdable Lawn Builders & Removal ff o care “Building a Reputation of Quality” Site Work • Free Estimates A Brush Chipping Hydroseeding • EPA/HUD RRP Certified Renovator 603-493-4181 Fully Insured • Free Estimates Aff ordable Prices • Fully Insured • Fully Insured • New Homes Call Chuck today! • Additions • Remodeling • Sill Replacements Major credit cards accepted • Garages • Barn Restorations Ed Ferguson • Deering, NH 603-229-7101 603-478-0436 [email protected] 464-4381 • 831-6228 Fax: 464-5704 • Keith A. Murdough, Owner

JOHN CILLEY Firewood Cut,Cut, SplitSpplit & DDeliveredelivered Plumbing & Logging & Land Clearing OnlyOnly OnlyOnly Heating $ $ Specializing in high effi ciency heating systems. Whole Tree Chipping per165 cord, green per220 cord, seasoned 130 N. Main St., Washington, NH 603-495-6011 HillsboroHillsboro ArAreaeea • 84848-22088-2208 email: [email protected] 3403 www.johncilleyplumbingandheating.com David Bourgoine 4 CORD SPECIALS Donald Solomon Electrician 924-9759 American 603-478-5621 Firewood: $300 seasoned Handyman 405 West Main St. 603-493-4181 Hillsboro, NH Will buy standing timber! Decks • Handicap Ramps Licensed Metal Roofi ng • Siding and Insured Windows • Odd Jobs Call Chuck for a FREE estimate today! donsolomonelectrician.com Local, Insured & Independent.

Local References Naughton & Son Bradford Septic • Insured • Skilled Services LLC LLC. TONY RICCIO Hugh McKinney Service, LLC EXPERIENCED Recycling • Septic Pumping Simple repairs to light Residential, Commercial & • Locate & Expose ROOFER remodeling Construction Recycling Services Covers No Middle Man • Construction, Cleanout • Baffl e Replacement No Job Too Small • Roll-off s (15-40 yds) • Risers on Tank Covers • Containers (2-10 yds) • Metal • Shingles Over 25 Call • Leak Repairs Serving Hillsboro & Fast and Friendly years Service!! experience Surrounding Areas 938-2282 Call CallTony 7today days to schedule• Houses a Free • Estimate Camps 24 Jones Rd., Bradford David Bagley • 603-938-5033 a week — • Barns • Sheds www.naughtonrecycling.com PO Box 391 • Bradford, NH day or evening 464-5025 603-290-4961 Page 24 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

HARLEM WIZARDS V. O’ROURKE’S RAIDERS HILLSBORO-DEERING HIGH SCHOOL GYM SEPTEMBER 20, 2016 7:00 PM Doors Open 6:30 PM

TICKETS — STUDENTS: $10 IN ADVANCE • $12 AT THE DOOR GENERAL ADMISSION: $12 IN ADVANCE • $14 AT THE DOOR SPONSORED BY THE HILLSBORO LIONS CLUB www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The messenger | Page 25

Classifieds: Get results! COMMERCIAL FOR RENT LOST AND FOUND SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS: WIN or Pay Nothing. Contact Bill Gordon and HENNIKER -- PROFESSIONAL OFFICE OR BUSI- LOST BROWN PONY: answers to CoCo, lost Associates at 1-800-918-5308 to start your NESS SPACE – Excellent location on Route 114 in in vicinity of Salmon Brook Rd & Rt 9 in Antrim. application today. downtown Henniker. Good visibility, off-street Call 588-2805. parking. 428-3262, days. YARD SALES HOUSEHOLD FOR RENT All Things Basementy!: Basement WASHINGTON: Rain or Shine. Household Systems Inc. Call us for your basement needs! HILLSBORO: Large 2 BD apt, 2nd floor. Heat in- items, antiques, tools, furniture. 2157 Valley Waterproofing, Finishing, Humidity and Mold cluded, walk to town. $195 per week. No dogs. Road (off Rte. 31). 10AM-5PM. August 27 & 28 Control. 1-800-511-7177 Call 924-7580, 563-7173 or 465-1223 between and Sept 3, 4 & 5. 7AM-7PM. DIRECTV Starting at $19.99/mo. FREE Instal- LARGE YARD SALE: Items too numerous to lation. FREE 3 months of HBO SHOWTIME HELP WANTED list; lots of Christmas items. 2465 Valley Road, CINEMAX starz. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade. WEARE COMMUNITY NEWS is seeking a moti- Washington. September 3 and 4 (?), 9-3. New Customers Only. CALL 1-800-997-5170 vated person to sell advertising part-time. Great chance for extra income. Call Will Townsend at SENIOR CARE MISCELLANEOUS 529-4544 or Tom Clow at 315-8613. A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation’s largest senior Computer problems - viruses, lost data, living referral service. Contact our trusted, local hardware or software issues? Contact Geeks SMALL LOCAL INSULATION BUSINESS experts today! Our service is FREE/no obliga- On Site! 24/7 Service. Friendly Repair Experts. needs experienced workers. Immediate open- tion. CALL 1-800-391-4549. Macs and PCs. FREE diagnosis. 1-800-930-7835 ings. Carpentry experience, drivers license & background check required. Call Chase Hill Acorn Stairlifts: The AFFORDABLE Insulation, LLC at 603-391-6370 (Weare, NH). solution to your stairs! Buy Direct & SAVE. Call 1-800-542-1194.

Your Home for RED SOX Baseball in Concord and the Lakes Region.

“Your Local Weekly Since 1868 � A Tradition Worth Keeping”

MessengerTHE CLASSIFIEDS Reach over 80,000 people in 35 area towns! PHOTO FREE Non-business classifi ed REGULAR TYPE SPECIAL 25 words with photo. for items $100 or less. 1 Week $10.00 ea. 3 Weeks $9.00 ea. 4 Weeks+ $8.00 ea. Limit: one item per ad, BOLD TYPE Only $45 per week! Ad runs until 2 ads per household 1 Week $13.50 ea. 3 Weeks $12.50 ea. 4 Weeks+ $11.50 ea. item sells. per week. Allow 41 characters per line up to 4 lines. Additional lines $2.50 each No refunds on Classifi eds

Mail to: PO Box 1190, Hillsboro, NH 03244 • Fax 603-464-4106 • Email: [email protected] CLASSIFIEDS ARE NOT TAKEN OVER THE PHONE • ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PRE�PAID Page 26 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com Events: Community Bulletin Board Saturday August 27 in orientation activities. The schedule is as follows: and comedy, all in 4-part a cappella style known as YARD SALE: Food Sale Cookbooks 8AM-2PM 8:00 – 8:20 Registration and Red Carpet Greeting “Barbershop.” A reception will follow the concert. All Benefit Purling Beck Hal 2278 East Washington Rd . 8:30 – 9:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks 9:10 – First Friday events are free and open to the public. Washington NH For a space Call Vic @ 495 - 0430 10:20 TASC Groupings 10:25 – 12:00 Mini Schedule LIPIZZAN STALLIONS: Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan of Classes 12:00 – 12:30 Lunch 12:35 – 1:00 Meet PHOTO CONTEST: Get your cameras ready! Join Stallions will be performing to benefit UpReach with Your School Counselor 1:00 – 1:30 Scavenger Therapeutic Equestrian Center Sept 2-5. Tickets in the photo contest at Weare’s Old Home Day, orga- Hunt 1:45 On the busses to go home. nized by the Weare Historical Society. The theme advance are $20 adult and $15 child ages 6-12. is Animals in Weare (domestic, farm, wild). Three Tuesday August 30 At the door tickets will be $25 adult and $20 child categories: professional, amateur, youth (under OPEN HOUSE: Mountain View Middle School will ages 6-12. Please call 497-2343 for more informa- 16 years old). For details and more information hold a Facility Open House from 1:00-3:00. Student tion or to purchase tickets. You may visit Upreach contact Sue at [email protected] Government members will be offering tours of the Therapeutic Equestrian Center on line at http:// www.upreachtrc.org/. Sunday August 28 building for all new students/families coming to MVMS. Hope to see you there. CENTER FOR THE ARTS: First Fridays! Music NEWPORT CONCERT: SMOKE AND MIRRORS Wednesday August 31 Night! The North Country Chordsmen Concert! Sponsored by: Goodrich Oil Co. Sunday Evening 6 Whipple Hall 7-9 FREE. to 8 pm. Free admission, bring your blankets and SUNAPEE CONCERT Mo'Combo 6:30-8:30pm at lawn chairs. the Ben Mere Bandstand. Saturday September 3 HILLSBORO CENTRE CHURCH: Rev. Leonard Zec- MONADNOCK HERB SOCIETY: Herbal Tea Party & PUBLIC BBQ: on the Town Common: Saturday, chini, Congregational, Deering, NH (Recently retired scones- Mary Neubacher’s 4pm. Noon-2p The Deering Board of Selectmen invites all from serving as interim minister at Deering). to the Town Social Bar-B-Q located across Route 149 MONADNOCK HERB SOCIETY: Herbs of Mexico- from the Town Hall, anytime from Noon-2p during Monday August 29 Adam, Owner of Fox Forest 7pm. Labor Day weekend, Saturday September 3rd. Meet NEW STUDENT DAY: ConVal Regional High School Friday September 2 some of your neighbors and enjoy the beautiful will host the annual New Student Day. This program NEW LONDON CONCERT: Enjoy a high quality a view of Deering from the highest point of the Town is for all incoming freshmen and transfer students. cappella concert with the North Country Chords- Common! Hamburgers & Hot Dogs along with basic Organized by Student Organization Unified in Lead- men, from 7-9pm at Whipple Hall (on the corner fixin’s will be provided and served straight off the ership (S.O.U.L.), New Student Day offers students of Main Street and Seamans Road) in New London. grill from your elected officials and department an opportunity to network with other students, The North Country Chordsmen perform popular mu- heads. Bring your own soft drinks and a dish of meet their teachers, follow a shortened class sched- sic including ballads, upbeat tunes, specialty songs, something to share (if you like). The Board planned ule, meet their school counselors, and participate this event not only as an easy excuse for town resi- BOW Join VENDORS On Blueberry Hill Heritage Day TEAM SATURDAY, #AbbyStrong AUGUST 27 2016 SATURDAY, SEPT. 17 2016 WANTED 10AM TIL NOON Celebrate The Restoration! LEUKEMIA FIGHTERS! for at the Greenfi eld The Bow Bog Meeting House Abby VanDyke, a 12 yr Historical Society 11AM - 2PM old from Weare, is a 7th Museum grader at Weare Middle School Period Dress Encouraged 1835-2016 and was recently diagnosed with GREENFIELD A elebration of the Displays • Demonstrations • Leukemia. Please support her & join 100thc anniversary of the Music • Historic Moments her “army” by purchasing an orange FAIR fl amingo. Money raised will help hybridization of the Starting at 11AM • Presentations & Meeting support the family. high bush blueberry by House Tours **What do you know about SATURDAY Dr. Fred Coville, USDA our Granite Foundations** LET’S SHOW ABBY HOW BIG HER “ARMY” IS! botanist and Greenfi eld **Visit and talk with our Blacksmith** OCTOBER 1 • Enjoy Lunch - Old Fashioned Beef Stew & 1 Flamingo - $10 • Display them summer resident Cornbread by the Bow Men’s Club 12-1PM in your yard, show community’s 2016 • blueberry treat bake sale • Enjoy the Music & Displays During Lunch support, have them everywhere! 1PM Service • Memorial Bells Ringing • “something blue” raffl es To order: Tippy Johnsten 493-5946, • BBMH Supporter Plaque Presentation Please contact Christine • blueberry memorabilia on sale [email protected] ; Kim Burke Souza at 774-930-4606 • exhibit detailing the history Some of the fi nest pies ever made! 913-1832, [email protected]; or email greenfi eldelemen- of the plant Celebrate Our Heritage, Kim Mucci 321-0540, kmucci1129@ • “Highbush Herbie” photo board Enjoy the Festivities gmail.com [email protected] www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The messenger | Page 27 Events: Community Bulletin Board dents to gather socially, but also to get folks on the Thursday September 15 Wednesday October 12 Town Common to see the view and the possibilities. AGE IN MOTION: a fitness and exercise program NAVY DINNER: Attention all Navy Veterans There is no charge for attending. for seniors, will begin Thursday at the Town Hall. and active personnel The Annual Navy Birthday Tuesday September 6 The program will be on Tuesday and Thursday from Dinner is set for 1100 HRS. Eastman Bistro in SPECIAL MEETING: The Deering Fish & Game Club 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Medical forms for enrollment Grantham Details to follow. will be holding a special meeting to discuss the may be picked up at the Davis Public Library or at Saturday October 15 the Gould House during normal business hours. proposed changes to the Fish and Game Commis- BINGO: The games are played at Osborne Memorial sion. 7:00 PM Long Woods Road, Deering. For more Saturday September 17 Hall in South Weare on Saturday evenings at 7 p.m. info contact; Bob Thomas 464-5042 Jim Morse BINGO: The games are played at Osborne Memorial sharp. Bingo sheets, daubers, and pull-tabs are for 344-4333, Walt Morse 496-4333. Hall in South Weare on Saturday evenings at 7 p.m. sale. Refreshments include hotdogs, candy, chips, WARNER STAGE EVENT: 6-9 pm Lark the Band & sharp. Bingo sheets, daubers, and pull-tabs are for home baked desserts, and beverages (proceeds ben- Don Guano & The Lo-Fi Rebellion Free - donations sale. Refreshments include hotdogs, candy, chips, efit Osborne Memorial Hall renovations, so please do appreciated. home baked desserts, and beverages (proceeds ben- not carry in). No one under 18 is allowed. Saturday September 10 efit Osborne Memorial Hall renovations, so please do Friday November 4 not carry in). No one under 18 is allowed. KEARSARGE KLASSIC: 5th Annual Kearsarge CENTER FOR THE ARTS: First Fridays! Gallery Klassic Bike Randonnee with several different route Saturday October 1 Night! Opening Receptions for four new exhibits lengths to choose from, each bringing riders by an HENNIKER CONCERT: Dalfeayo Marsalis’ Fundrais- at Lake Sunapee Bank, ZeroCelsius Wealth Studio assortment of our protected properties, the Kear- ing Concert to benefit the Uptown Theatre of New and Whipple Hall PLUS The Fourth Annual Regional sarge Klassic continues to be one of the most suc- Orleans Congregational Church of Henniker 7pm. Juried Art Show at the New London Inn! All on cessful fundraisers for Ausbon Sargent and attracts Sunday October 2 Main Street New London Eat, Sip, Stroll, and be riders from many surrounding states. This year we Artsy! 5-7pm FREE. are adding a new 70 mile route to allow riders to HENNIKER SERVICE: The Prodigals Jazz Service enjoy the northern and very scenic portion of the Congregational Church of Henniker. 10am with Friday December 2 course without committing to riding the 106 mile Delfeayo Marsalis as a guest performer. CENTER FOR THE ARTS: First Fridays! Music Fete! course. To register for the ride or to find out more Friday October 7 Santa, Tree Lighting, and Holiday Music for all ages! information, please visit: https://www.bikereg. Featuring The KRES Chime Tones, The Exit 13 Tuba CENTER FOR THE ARTS: First Fridays! Storytelling com/kearsarge-klassic-dirt-road-randonnee-pre- Quartet, and the Sunapee Flute Choir ...plus a com- "Tales told by Firelight" Whipple Hall 5-7 FREE. registration-only. munity sing along Whipple Hall 5-7 FREE.

Raising Awareness for Childhood Cancer St. Lawrence Church Building Andover Congregational Church Go stown • 1966-2016 PANCAKE Bold Celebrate With Our BREAKFAST Parish Family YARD/ SATURDAY, SEPT 10, 2016 Sept. Gold th SATURDAY (Rain or Shine) 17 BAKE k SEPTEMBER 3 Community 5 2016 8am start time BBQ & Sunapee Harbor, Sunapee, NH Kids ALE Start and fi nish line at the Games S Covered Bridge on River Road. 5:308:00 PM (Free Will O ering) To Benfit the Registration time: 6:30am-7:30am • Day of AUGUST 27 registration & pick up of bibs in the Harbor at GREATER TILTON AREA the parking lot on River Rd near Quack Shack. FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER 8:30-2:00 Parking limited @ Harbor but available at Catholic Church, Sherburne Gymnasium, $5 PER PERSON and Town Offi ce. RSVP including # of kids required by RAFFLE ITEMS AVAILABLE Come see the Dogs not permitted on the course. 8/27 to plan for food new items!!! FindFinnd usus onon FacebookFacecebook at:at: BoldBolold forfor GoldGold 5k5k Stlawrenceo [email protected] NORTHFIELD-TILTON Proceeds will be donated to Pediatriac CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Chase Hill Road in Andover Hematology/Oncology clinic at Dartmouth or 603-497-2651 Hitchcock Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth HANDICAPPED PARKING ONLY, 283 Main Street • Tilton, NH Fundsd raisedd to benefib fi t theh Highlandhl d Sponsored by Sunapee School District PLAN AHEAD • USE MUNICIPAL PARKING (603) 286-4255 Lake Grange Hall Restoration. Page 28 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

Obituaries: Friends & Neighbors Remembered Wilson Mims Jr. of Newport; great-granddaughter, Alexis deceased by four sisters, Ivy Tatro, Lena GOFFSTOWN — Wilson Mims, Jr., Quimby of Newport; and a sister, Rose Bowden, Marion Cook and Ida Belden. In 81, of Goffstown, NH, passed away on LaPointe of Laconia, and nieces and lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at the New nephews. the Edna McKenna Trust Fund, MCNH, Hampshire Veterans' Home, with his Eugene Otis Cook 325 DW Highway, Boscawen 03303, or daughter and family friend by his side. He WARNER – Eugene Otis Cook passed St. Theresa's Building Fund, 158 West Old was born in Wake County, NC, on April away peacefully Aug. 19 surrounded by Hopkinton Road, Henniker 03242. 21, 1935, son of Wilson Mims, Sr. and his loving family. Gene Patricia A. Frye Helen Allen Mims. He was predeceased was 95 years old at the NEWPORT — Patricia A. Frye, 68, my his wife in 2009, Katharina Mims, time of his passing. passed away peacefully Friday, Aug. 19, Family members include his daughter, Gene was married to 2016, at home after los- Heidi Martel of Hooksett; a son, Ludwig his beloved wife, Doris ing her battle with can- Bennie Mims of California; two broth- (Carey) Cook, for 74 cer. She was born Jan. ers, Ronnie Hyman and Bennie Mims, years, recognized since 1, 1948, in Newport, to and their wives, Betty Hyman and Ruby 2014 as New Hamp- Leon and Ellena (Bar- Mims, of Raleigh, N.C.; two grandchil- shire's longest married ber) Houle. Patricia dren, Hansl Mims and Kayla Martel of couple. He was born in Stoneham, Mass., was predeceased by her Manchester, NH; and two great-grand- on Dec. 14, 1920, son of Fred O. and parents; her step- daughters. He was predeceased by two Margaret (Rivers) Cook. He is survived mother Simone Houle; brothers, Thomas Mims and Jack Mims. by his wife, Doris M. (Carey) Cook; three and three stepbrothers, Michael Gobin In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation sons, Michael (Cyndi) Cook of Concord, in 1966, Lawrence Gobin in 2010 and may be made in memory of Wilson Mims, Ronald (Kerri) Cook of New Durham, William Gobin in 2014. She is survived Jr. to Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleas- Richard (Rebecca Courser) Cook of War- by her husband of 46 years, Peter Frye of ant St., Watertown, MA 02472. For more ner; grandchildren, Bradford (Natalie) of Newport; daughter Michelle Martin and information or to sign an online guest- Houston, Texas, Francis "Bud" (Suzanne) her partner, Arnold Desrosiers, her son book, go to www.frenchandrising. com. of Woodstock, Conn., Kevin (Debbie) Riel Jeffrey and his wife Jessica Frye, both of Florence B. Croteau of Barnstead, Jon (Amy) of Bradford, Newport; two sisters, Betty Gagnon of FRANKLIN – Mrs. Florence B. Cro- Matthew (Marcia) of Victor, Idaho, Sa- Camden, Tennessee and Debra Thibedau teau, 92, of Franklin, died at Merrimack mantha (Josh) Knight of Dover, Melissa of Skowhegan, Maine; half-sister Mary County Nursing Home Wednesday, Aug. (Scott) Moran of Warner, Rebecca (Tra- Freeman of Hillsboro, New Hampshire, 17, 2016. She was born in Franklin on vis) Manning of North Berwick, Maine, stepsister Rebecca and her husband, April 25, 1924, the daughter of Henri and Emma (David) Bates of Warner; great- Philip St. Pierre, of Charlestown; sister- Eva (St. Louis) Prince. Florence is the grandchildren Jessie, Brad, Sarah, Nikki, in-law Gloria Gobin of Newport; foster widow of Roland A. Croteau who died in Travis, Maddie, Jenna, Anna, Scarlette, children, Pamela Lamott of Claremont; 1984 and was predeceased by her daugh- Genevieve, Thatcher, Christopher, Mason, Wanda and her husband, Larry Williams, ter, Susan Quimby who died in 2008. She Shane, Joslyn, Amia, Maisie, Patrick, Car- of Charlestown; and Kristi Orcutt and was also predeceased by brothers, Robert oline; great-great-grandchildren Jayden, her partner, Frank Santaw, of Newport; and Jean Paul Prince and sisters, Marie Bailey, Kayden; his sister Irma Winters, as well as 16 grandchildren, eight great- Carignan and Flora Watts. Family mem- his sister-in-law, Peggy Turbitt, and many grand children and several cousins, nieces bers include her grandson, Corey Quimby nieces, nephews and friends. He was pre- and nephews. Memorial donations may TODAY’S HIT MUSIC? NEW HIT COUNTRY? REAL ROCK? REAL OLDIES? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED! AND RED SOX BASEBALL, TOO! www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The messenger | Page 29

Obituaries: Friends & Neighbors Remembered be made to the funeral home to help with Natalie Sumner, and her beloved cat lin, his mother, Marilyn (Hazen) Hurd expenses. "Pumpkin." In lieu of flowers, donations of Franklin, daughters, MacKenzie Hurd Marge E. Lambert in memory of Marge may be made to and her son Aiden Miller of Lochmere FRANKLIN - Marge E. Lambert, 74, Franklin Animal Shelter, 71 Punch Brook and Veronica Hurd of Gilford, stepchil- of Franklin, died at her home with her Road, Franklin, N.H. 03235 or the Twin dren, Emily Kosowicz and husband Ryan daughter in attendance Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry, PO Box of Pembroke, Natalie Rocheleau of Frank- on Aug.19, 2016 after 184, Franklin, N.H. 03235. lin and Zachary Adams and his long time a long and courageous William E. "Bill" Hurd partner, Haley Beyer of Franklin, brother, battle with ovarian FRANKLIN - William "Bill" E. Hurd, Vincent Hurd and his wife Melissa and cancer. She was born 55, a lifelong resident of Franklin died at their son, Nicholas of New Boston, sister, in Laconia on Nov. his home, Thursday, Melissa Thompson and husband Jerry 29, 1941 the daughter Aug. 18, 2016. Bill died and their children, India and Alan of East of Alfred Webber and peacefully in the sur- Andover, Bill also leaves his longtime Irene (Krause) Webber. roundings of his home close friend, Alan Carignan of Franklin. Family members include her daughter, that he so enjoyed over Numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Melissa Foley of Franklin, grandchild, the years with family For those who wish, and are able; in keep- Jillian Roberts of Franklin, half-sisters and friends. Born in ing with Bill's thoughts about community Grace Roy of Tilton and Irene Watson of New London, March service, contributions in his name may Colchester, Ct., half-brothers: James and 18, 1961, Bill was the be made to either, the Franklin Outing Thomas Watson, both of Middletown, son of Charles E. and Marilyn (Hazen) Club, C/O Kathy Fuller, 200 Prospect St., Ct., nieces, nephews and cousins. She Hurd. Bill was predeceased by his father, Franklin, NH 03235 or Camp Sno-Mo, was predeceased by her parents, a sister, Charles E. Hurd who died in 2015. He Easter Seals, 555 Auburn St., Manchester, Patricia Webber Chapman, grandchild, leaves, his wife, Heather Hurd of Frank- NH.

Designed to make the Choose Our toughest work easy.

MODEL 435 Quality Lumber. • Cylinder displacement: 40.9 cc $ Why “wood” you settle for less? • 16” Bar • Power output 2.15 hp 269.95 • Easy to maintain with snap locked cylinder cover If you’re interested in quality lumber and unparalleled service, Antrim Lumber should MODEL 455 Rancher • Cylinder displacement: 55.5 cc be your choice. Stop in and see us today. $ • 20” Bar • Power output 3.5 hp 449.95 Antrim Lumber Co. • X-Torq® engine cuts emission and fuel consumption www.husqvarna.com Copyright © 2014 Husqvarna AB (publ). All rights reserved. 78 Smith Road Antrim • 588-2139 TYLER’S SMALL ENGINE www.tylerssmallengine.com HOURS: M-F 7am-5pm, Sat. 7am-1pm 20 Concord St. Antrim, NH • 603-588-6200 • M-F 8-5:30; Sat 9-1 40th YEAR SALE Specializing in Quality American-Made Furniture STOREWIDE SALE — EVERYTHING AT LEAST 40% OFF RETAIL * WEEKLY PRIZE DRAWING * Save on Free Leather BIG DISCOUNT ON LIVING, Delivery too DINING and BEDROOM Special Savings on All King Koil® Mattress Sets! 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 30 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com

Call Ted Today (603) 464-5200

2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU 2010 CHEVY TRAVERSE AWD

Only Only * * NH$ STATE INSPECTED $ 195 F1187B 229 C7002A a month a month STATE INSPECTED 2012 HONDA CIVIC SI 2006 HONDA ELEMENT LX AWD

Only Only $ * 199 J6011A $ F1193A a month 5990 STATE INSPECTED

*Subject to credit approval. Chevrolet Malibu, $999 down, 48 months; Chevy Traverse AWD, $1999 down, 48 months; Honda Civic, $1999 down, 75 months The best Vehicle Buying experience You’ll ever have! 75 Antrim Road • Hillsboro, NH 03244 www.HILLSBOROCDJR.com www.granitequill.com | august 26, 2016 | The messenger | Page 31

WWW.HILLSBOROFORD.COMWWWWW.HILLSBOROFORD.COM 166 ANTRIMANNTRIMTRIMRIM RDRRD.,D., HILLSBORO,HILLSBOR HILLSBOROLSBORO, NH 800�477�FOR8 800�477�FORD00�477�FOR0�40�477�F477�F� OR RDD & 606603�464�603�403�464�4464�40004000000 Come in now for some sizzling summer savings!!

2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE AWD, loaded, super clean, 150K miles $4495 2008 FORD EDGE SE 98k miles, AWD, 1 owner, loaded $8777 2003 FORD F250 4X4 Auto, nice truck, 136k, must sell.! $6995 2006 FORD EXPEDITION Eddie Bauer, loaded, 95k, 4x4, like new! $10,995 Must see!

2015 FORD FOCUS 2007 KIA SORENTO 5 Dr. 4wd, 4 Dr., Hatchback EX SUV. SE Sedan. 5 5 speed, spd., auto., automatic. 19,691 131,993 miles. miles.

Now $13,499 Now $5995 AS-IS SPECIALS - MUST SEE!!! 2004 TOYOTA COROLLA 160K miles, A/C, runs great, must see! $2695 2005 FORD FREESTYLE 136k, AWD, loaded, must see! $3495 Page 32 | The Messenger | August 26, 2016 | www.granitequill.com INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE 2005 Ford Taurus SE 4 Door 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police 2004 GMC 4x4 SLT 3/4 Ton 1995 Chevrolet 2WD Suburban Fully Equipped Incl. Comes Inspected! Interceptor Crew Cab 1/2 Ton, 6 Pass., V8 Sunroof & Leather Previous Sheriff’s Car, 6.0 Ltr, Auto., Heavy Susp., Auto, 1 Owner. Excel- Interior. Silver. Fleet Maintained. Fully Equip’d, Leather Int. lent Shape. Dark Blue. Stk# 15A18 White. Stk# 15A51 White. Stk# 15A53B Stk# 15A34 LOW LOW LOW LOW PRICE! PRICE! PRICE! PRICE! $12,750$3,395 $3,995 $13,595 $3,995 2002 Ford Ranger 4x4 2006 Chevy Impala SS 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis LS 2005 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4 LT SuperCab 5.3 Liter High Perf. Fully Equipped, Fully Equipped, V8, Fully Loaded, Incl. 2 Owners, Senior Including Sunroof Automatic, Fiberglass Citizen Owned. Light & Leather Interior. Cap. As Traded. Ma- Leather Interior & Sunroof. Maroon. Stk# 15A54 Green w/ Vinyl Roof. Black & Silver. roon. Stk# 15A08A Stk# 15A07B Stk# 15A45 SALE LOW LOW LOW PRICE! PRICE! PRICE! PRICE! $2,900 $6,995 $2,795 $4,995 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo SS , 2008 Chevy Impala Fully Equipped, SERVICE LUBE OIL Previous Sheriff’s Car, Performance Luxury Fully Equipped, Fleet Car, Excellent Shape. Maintained. White. Gray. Stk# 15A37 SAVINGS & FILTER Stk# 15A50 LOW CHANGE SPECIAL PRICE! STATE INSPECTION* PRICE! $3,795 $4,495 STARTING AT 2003 Nissan Pathﬁ nder LE 4x4 $35 2004 Chevy S10 Blazer Fully Equipped, LS Pkg. Incl. Sunroof and includes $ * Nicely Equipped. Leather Interior. 34.95 Tan with Beige As Is, As Traded. Emissions Test Interior. Stk# 15A58 Silver. Stk# 13A04B LOW *Most cars and light duty trucks; excludes diesels. LOW PRICE! TRAINED & CERTIFIED TECHS. QUALITY & VALUE. PRICE! $2,950 $4,495 2003 Pontiac AWD Vibe 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4 Door Sedan. 4 Cyl Auto., A/C, High Performance Good Miles, INVENTORY REDUCTION Model. 5.3 V8, Fully 1 Owner. Gray. Loaded, Incl. Leather & Stk# 16A04 Sunroof. Red. Stk# 15A48 SPECIAL SALE LOW PRICE! PRICE! $4,995 HANDY PERSONS SPECIALS $5,495 2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4 Door Over2007 Dodge 25 VehiclesRam 1500 To2006 Choose Ford Econoline From E150 1997 Ford 4WD Pickup Sedan 2WD, Short Box 8 Pass. Van V8, Auto., Style Side Nicely Equipped, VehiclesPickup. SXT Option priced* at Body, Short Box, Pkg., Nicely Equipped, Nicely Equipped, Low Miles, Clean Car. Very Clean. Silver Low Mileage. White. 101,000 Miles. Tan. Silver. Stk# 15A14 $300Metallic. Stk# 16A03 — $1500 Stk# 15A26 Stk# 15A38A LOW LOW LOW LOW PRICE! *None of these PRICE!vehicles are NH State Inspected. As PRICE!seen. PRICE! $3,595 Some vehicles will$8,9958 ,lot99 drive5 or parts. All offers considered.$5,9955,995 $4,495 2002 Chevy 3/4 Ton 4WD Pickup 2000 GMC 1-Ton 2 WD 2011 Chevy 2WD Colorado 2002 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr With MM 8’ Fisher Fiberglass utility Fleet Side Pickup, 4 Cyl., Sedan Plow. Completely body. Nice shape. Auto., A/C, Bedliner. 101,000 Miles, Rebuilt. Gray. NH State Inspected. Estate Truck. 11K Miles. Maroon. Stk# 11A06 White. Stk#15A11A Gray. Stk# 14A05 Stk# 15A57A LOW LOW LOW CALL FOR PRICE! PRICE! PRICE! PRICE $4,895 $14,795 $2,995 WYMAN’S SALES & SERVICE AUTOMOTIVE “Where Satisfaction Is a Tradition Since 1953” Find us on Facebook SERVICE CENTER 172 West Main St., Hillsboro, NH 603-464-5544 • 800-639-9808 Sales: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9-1pm **Restrictions apply. See Dealer for Details. wymans-salesandservice.com Service & Parts: Mon-Fri 8-5