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H-D Schools honored
David Follansbee, Employee Outreach
Volunteer for NH Employer Support
of the Guard and Reserve presented
Superintendent Robert Hassett with
a Freedom Award Nominee Certificate
on behalf of the Hillsboro-Deering
School District. The school district is
honored to have been nominated for
this award as it is the highest award
given by the Secretary of Defense for
support of employees serving in the
National Guard and Military Reserve.
Native son returns
The Reverend Jay MacLeod, who
graduated from Kearsarge Regional
High
School
in 1979,
returned
home
to be
installed as Rector of Saint Andrew’s
Episcopal Church in New London
by the Episcopal Bishop of New
Hampshire, Rob Hirschfeld. Now 52,
MacLeod has degrees from Harvard
and Oxford universities. He met his
British wife, Sally Asher, while studying in England as a Rhodes Scholar.
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Santa led the caroling before lighting the Christmas Tree to end a festive full day of activities at Hillsborough's Olde Fashioned Christmas on Saturday.
$214,431 for Henniker
Town receives Safe Routes To School Grant
The Town of Henniker has been awarded
$214,431 for sidewalk improvements as part of
the Safe Routes to School Program. This grant,
administered by the Bureau of Planning and
Community Assistance at the New Hampshire
Department of Transportation will allow significant improvements to sections of the sidewalks
on Western Avenue between Route 114 and Hall
Avenue. Approximately 200 feet of the sidewalk
north of Western Avenue and along the west side
of Route 114 will be replaced. Work will occur
during 2014.
The Road Safety Audit that the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT)
funded for the Western Avenue, Main Street
and Route 114 intersection is still in process. The
original proposal prepared by the consultant contained three optional redesign concepts. NHDOT
has asked for a fourth design that addresses
pedestrian issues more than the original three
designs.
Once NHDOT is satisfied by a proposed
design there will be a public meeting to present
the design and receive public comment.
Proposed Newport school budget shows 4.8% increase
The Newport School Board is searching for
ways to cut back on a proposed 4.8 % budget
increase. With twenty seven percent of Newport’s students currently in special education
programs, out of district placements and trans-
portation costs alone reflect a one hundred and
twenty thousand dollar increase. The school
board will meet with the Budget Advisory Committee on December 17 in hopes of limiting the
increase.
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Local history as
reported in The Messenger
December 14, 2012
Newport's SAU #43 presents flat budget-no increase
New hires in New London to pay 15% contribution
Dollar General suspends plans for Bennington store
ConVal School Board cuts budget increase by 50%
December 16, 2011
Repairs needed at Cogswell Memorial School
Newport School Board pledges "No Tax Increase"
State Rep from Andover dies at home
Bradford Police Department moving to Bradford Corners
December 10, 2010
Four hurt in Weare DWI accident
NH may adopt Kearsarge Snow-E Day program
Newbury Veteran' Memorial planned
Alternative School may return to airport
December 11, 2009
Woman saves dog from burning Antrim house
Newbury bell tower restored and replaced
Sunapee man named NH Liquor Commissioner
Bohanan Farm easement approved
December 12, 2008
Homeland Security investigating Hillsborough phone bill
Kearsarge Community Center plans scaled back
Monadnock Paper Mills lays off 14 employees
Mount Sunapee sold for $132 million
December 14, 2007
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Bradford Dunkin' Donuts near approval
New manager at Crotched Mountain Resort
Hancock bridge to be replaced by DOT
December 15, 2006
Antrim may create Department of Community Services
Several accidents keep Washington police busy
Mount Sunapee donates $2,000 to Kearsarge Ski Team
H-D DECA qualifies for international competition
December 16, 2005
Sutton breaks ground on new Police Station
State delays ruling on Deering airport
Hopkinton man arrested for older murder
Scholarships to honor deceased New London employees
December 17, 2004
Antrim residents want Route 9 rezoned
Washington police nab felon after chase
Suzanne Lull receives Presidential Award
Henniker supports Hopkinton in fight against Bio-Energy
December 12, 2003
Hillsborough receives two preservation grants
Antrim Players present "Nutcrackers"
Veteran Hillsboro-Deering staff honored
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Attorney General closes Seastrand case with no criminal charges
David Seastrand, the former New
London police chief, who quit after a local
college student said he asked to photograph
her nude in exchange for dropping a charge,
will not face criminal charges or any further
discipline stemming from complaints filed
by three other women. Attorney General
Joseph A. Foster said that the investigation
of David Seastrand's activities determined
the new allegations, "while disturbing," did
not rise to the level of criminal conduct and
each allegedly happened when Seastrand
was acting "in his personal capacity." "I will
tell you that it's abhorrent behavior and unacceptable behavior for anyone in that type
of a position," Associate Attorney General
Jane E. Young said. "It was imperative that
we get him out of office to ensure that he
will never serve as a police officer again,"
she added. Seastrand, then 50, resigned as
police chief and surrendered his certification as a police officer on April 4 in a
negotiated agreement he reached with the
Attorney General's Office following a criminal investigation. The agreement Seastrand
reached with the state on April 4 concluded
the investigation with no criminal charges.
It permanently bars Seastrand from working as a police officer.
Then the Attorney General's Office
learned that three other adult women filed
complaints against Seastrand, and a second
investigation was launched. The first
woman said she had sexual contact with
Seastrand while "he was working as chief
of the New London Police." The second
woman said Seastrand paid her speeding
ticket in exchange for her posing for him in
lingerie, and the third woman said Seastrand offered her cash. While some of the alleged actions occurred while Seastrand was
on duty or in uniform, they did not involve
an action in his official capacity as police
chief, Young said. At least one civil suit is
expected to be filed.
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Woman's lawsuit against Henniker may be settled
Lorin Mulligan, who sued the Town of
Henniker, claiming the Cogswell Springs
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through her land to access a town water
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Weare 5th grader has the spirit of giving
Weare Middle School fifth grader Cali Bishop was given a writing assignment in Sue Fountain’s English Language Arts class.
The assignment? If you were given a sum of money and couldn’t
keep it, what would you do with it? Cali’s response? The United
Way. Her essay was so compelling it ended up on the front page
of the most recent Greater Nashua United Way newsletter.
“Cali’s beautifully written appeal for giving was inspired by her
grandfather, Rod Hansen, a long time supporter of the United
Way,” said teacher Sue Fountain. “For a 10 year old to write such
a strong piece—she states the goals of the United Way and then
continues to bolster her argument for giving with stories of her
grandfather’s involvement and volunteerism— is quite an accomplishment,” Fountain continues. When asked about the essay,
Bishop says it took her about an hour to write the piece after a
couple of days to think about the topic. “I was in art enrichment
when other students in my class did the writing prompt, but Mrs.
Fountain wanted everyone to write about the topic. I had to write
it as homework” said Cali. Besides her essay landing her on the
front page of the United Way’s newsletter, it also got the attention
of other media and made her a bit of a celebrity. She was just interviewed by Nashua Life Magazine. “Yeah, it’s kind of cool,” said
Cali about her notoriety. “It doesn’t normally happen to a lot of
people by doing their homework.” In addition to her writing, Cali
plays lacrosse and is on the jump rope team at the Weare Middle
School.
Sunapee man charged with manslaughter
Robert Dellinger, 53, of Sunapee has been charged in connection
with the deaths of a couple killed in a crash on Interstate 89 over the
weekend. Dellinger was charged with two counts of manslaughter.
He is accused of recklessly causing the deaths of Amanda Murphy,
24, and her fiance, Jason Timmons, 29. Murphy and Timmons were
killed when a pickup truck driven by Dellinger crossed the center
line on I-89 in Lebanon and crashed head-on into their car. Murphy
was eight months pregnant, and her unborn child also died in the
crash. Authorities say Dellinger was attempting suicide after an
argument with his wife. The judge set bail at $250,000 cash only.
Dellinger must live in Sunapee and was ordered to surrender his
license and passport and get a mental evaluation.
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Capital improvements needed at Hillsboro-Deering Schools
There was good news and bad news
for taxpayers at Monday's meeting of the
Hillsboro-Deering School Board. The
good news is that the proposed operating budget of $20,466,826 reflects only a
1.5% increase over the current budget. The
bad news is that the District is in need of
several major capital improvements.
Building & Grounds Supervisor John
Butler informed the Board that it will cost
about $200,000 to install a second boiler
in the Middle School. Experts have told
him that it was inexcusable to have only
one boiler because if it was out of order
for any length of time, the building would
freeze up, causing major water damage.
It will also cost $30,000 to replace the
inefficient windows in the Bailey wing,
which was built in the early 1950's.Finally,
it was reported that neither baseball
fields were constructed correctly. It will
cost $40,000 to repair the field between
the Middle and High Schools and over
$200,000 for the new upper field. The
Board is debating which items should appear as warrant articles.
Weare hires two cops
and two for Highway
The Town of Weare has hired several
new employees. Police Chief Velleca
introduced Barry Charest, who is currently a part time officer. Officer Charest
was deployed in 2003-2004, has 14
years of military service, and is highly
decorated. Chief Velleca would like to
hire Officer Charest as a full time officer
and Ryan Frisbee, who is 25 years old
and from Ithaca, NY. Frisbee holds a
bachelor’s degree and is first generation law enforcement. Chairman Clow
then swore in Barry Charest and Ryan
Frisbee as full time Weare Police Officers.
Tim Redmond, Public Works Director,
recommended that the Board hire Jean
Maurice LeMay, resident of Weare, as
a truck driver/transfer attendant and
Joseph Sarno as a full time truck driver/
transfer attendant. The Board approved
both hirings.
Hero and Skip are pictured here with Reprisal members Jean Corliss, Deborah Chambers,
Diana Owen, Verne Greene, Pamela Lee, Laura McCrillis Kessler, and Kay McCrillis.
Newport DAR learns of Patriot Guard Riders
The November meeting of the
Reprisal Chapter Daughters of the
American Revolution hosted New
Hampshire State Representative Skip
Rollins.
Mr. Rollins shared with chapter
members his work with the Patriot
Guard Riders, updates at the State
level for Veteran's Services, and the
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Mother and child injured in fall from Crotched Mountain chairlift
A woman and child suffered serious
injuries after falling 40 feet from a chairlift
at Crotched Mountain ski area. One victim
was flown to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, while the other was taken by
ambulance to Monadnock Hospital. They
fell about halfway up the mountain on
what’s known as Pluto’s Trail.
The lift was stopped while officials
took the victims from the mountain. It was
restarted, after an initial inspection, to remove the other skiers. Two state tramway
safety inspectors were brought in to look
at the lift, which doesn’t appear to have
malfunctioned.
“There’s no indication at this time to
indicate that there was a mechanical problem,” said Keith Rodenhiser of the State
Fire Marshal’s Office.
Crotched Mountain General Manager
Patrick Terry said he believes the problem
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not clear what caused the two to fall from
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SPorts High School Results
NHIAA Fall Sports All-State Teams
VOLLEY BALL
First Team: Abby Palin, Sunapee. Second Team: Ayohnny Guy-Scott, ConVal,
Emily Hatcher, HDHS. Honorable Mention: Rachel Malanga, Sunapee.
FIELD HOCKEY
Division II First Team: Taylor Boyd, ConVal, Dom Tarr, ConVal. Division III
First Team: Nikki Gardner, Newport, Maddi Bergethon, Hopkinton, Brittany
Marshall, Hopkinton, Riley Beliveau, John Stark, Carty Cook, John Stark. Division III Second Team: Chrissy Merritt, Newport, Hannah Merrow, Newport,
Maddy Sorel, Hopkinton, Jillian Kilar, John Stark. Coach of the Year: Patty
Connolay, Hopkinton.
BOYS' SOCCER
Division II First Team: Brandon Duguay, B, John Stark. Division II Honorable Mention: Mike Prindiville, G, John Stark, Stephen Twitchell, B, ConVal,
Ian Szep, F, Con-Val. Division III First Team: Riley McNicholas, M, Hopkinton,
Doug Fleury, M, Hopkinton, Sam Cheney, M,Bow. Division III Second Team:
Robbie Ferguson, G, Hopkinton, James McCluskey, B, Hopkinton, Zach Rouleau, F,
Hopkinton, Andrew VanHooydonk, F, Kearsarge. Division III Honorable Mention: Brett Bennett, G, HDHS, Josh Gould, M, HDHS, Brian Hauschild, M, Hopkinton, Robert Lauster, M, Kearsarge. Division IV First Team: James Fitzgerald,G,
Sunapee. Division IV Honorable Mention: Alex Gioldassis, F, Sunapee.
GIRLS' SOCCER
Division II Second Team Chloe Loos, B, John Stark, Zoe Paige, M, ConVal.
Division II Honorable Mention: Madison Janelle, G, John Stark, Jordan Shatney, M, John Stark. Division III First Team: Meg Hemmerlein, B, Hopkinton,
Courtney Benson, F, Hopkinton. Division III Second Team: Kasey Smith, G,
Hopkinton, Morgan Winters, M, HDHS. Division III Honorable Mention:
Mariah Chase, G, Newport, Libby Brooks, B, Kearsarge. Coach of the Year: Lauri
Izzi, Hopkinton. Division IV First Team: Abigail Armstrong, M, Sunapee, Taylor Usko, F, Sunapee. Division IV Second Team: Madison Fowler, B, Sunapee.
GIRLS' BASKETBALL
Hopkinton 47 Franklin 41 The Hawks shot only 6 for 30 in the first half but
managed a 19-19 tie. Trailing 31-28 entering the fourth, Hopkinton took the
frame 19-12 led by Sabrey Montore who had 13 points in the quarter to finish
with a game high 25.
Hopkinton 58 Hillsboro-Deering 26 The Hawks flew off to a 22-2 first
quarter lead and the game was essentially over. Sabrey Montore led with 12
points and Clarke added 10 for Hopkinton. H-D was led by Hannah Pepper with
9 points.
Stevens 50 Hillsboro-Deering 26 The Hillcats trailed only 16-20 at the break
but surrendered the third quarter on a 13-4 Cardinal run. Hannah Pepper scored
9 points and Paige Vincent 8.
Mascoma 48 Kearsarge 43 Trailing the whole game, the Cougars got it close
at 44-43 with a minute to go, but couldn't take the lead. Anna Cahill had 19
points off five 3's.
Kearsarge 46 Newport 40 The cougars trailed most of the game but used a
17-0 fourth quarter spurt to take a come from behind win. Anna Cahill scored 13
of those points to finish with 26.
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Friends filled the American Legion hall to celebrate David Hubbards life.
A Fitting Tribute
Recently a large crowd gathered at the
American Legion Hall in Hillsborough to
celebrate the life of David Hubbard, who
passed away in November at age 85.
Dave will be remembered for many
things, but none more prominently than
his commitment and dedication to the
Hillsborough Food Pantry, where he served
as Director for almost 15 years. Equally
committed has been his wife of 37 years,
Norma, who served faithfully with him.
Mike Gillette, who died several years ago,
was also instrumental in getting the Pantry
off and running.
Let me be the first to suggest that this
great community asset be renamed "The
Gillette-Hubbard Food Pantry" in honor
of their long service to the community and
our neighbors in need. It would indeed be a
fitting tribute to the three of them.
Carpe Diem Henniker
If my mother was still alive she would
be pleased that at age 67 I have finally
found a use for the three years of Latin she
made me take in High School.
Recently the Henniker Selectmen have
been exploring the possibility of expanding
the town's Human Services Department
at the urging of an impressive group of
concerned citizens who propose forming
a Human Services Advisory Committee to
connect with similar towns' human service
committees and directors, update Human
Services Director job description and Support the Human Service Director and Town
Administrator to ensure delivery of needed
services and outreach to the community. In
addition they advocate hiring an experienced social worker 20-30 hours per week
to provide assistance to clients in navigating the state and federal social service
systems: DHHS, DFA, NHEASY, Medicaid,
Medicare, Meals on Wheels, Healthy Kids,
and to provide referral to non-profitsVNA, Lutheran Social Services, Servicelink,
and Riverbend.
The group has stressed that it seeks
no additional tax dollars but hopes only
to reallocate the existing human services
budget.
That sounds great, but by adding an
experienced social worker 20-30 hours per
week, within the town's current $80,000
welfare budget, reduces the amount available for direct aid to those in need, requiring an expanded budget to provide the
same services. This happens so often when
Government runs the program.
The sticking point seems to be the hiring of an experienced social worker, but is
that really necessary?
The Town has received a proposal from
Child and Family Services to perform many
of these functions. CFS has a strong relationship with New England College and can
enhance the work provided to the Town
through the use of student interns. CFS has
offered to staff the Henniker Town Welfare
Office two or three days a week, fifty-two
weeks a year. Ten hours a week would
cost taxpayers $14,154.40. An additional
$3,000 to increase the hours of the current
Welfare Director would provide Henniker
with a public/private Human Service initiative that could be the model for the nation.
And, all for just over $17,000.
Carpe Diem Henniker, Seize the Day!
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Hillsboro-Deering Elementary School celebrated the results of their 21st Annual Food Drive on Nov. 22 at the Harvest Assembly. The food drive was
a great opportunity for students to practice being responsible citizens! Norma Hubbard of the Hillsboro Food Pantry was present to accept the 1,746
food items collected. The Elementary School would like to thank all of the parents who supported this effort.
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(L to R) Scott Power, Director of New Hampshire Scholars, Dr. Virginia
Barry, New Hampshire Commissioner of Education, Mary Lou O'Neil.
ConVal teacher is NH Scholars Champ
ConVal School to Work Coordinator Mary Lou O'Neil was
honored as a New Hampshire Scholars Champion for her work in
business/education partnerships.
Mary Lou was recognized for her work with placing students
in internships and job shadowing opportunities; for her ability
to make connections with local business partners; for her role as
student mentor for recipients of the ConVal Community Scholarship Foundation Dollars for Scholars scholarships; and for her
work with school to career advisory teams. Mary Lou provides
students with an opportunity to test-drive careers and discover
what a particular career is like and the skills and training needed
to be successful. Mary Lou was presented with this award by Scott
Power, Director of New Hampshire Scholars, and Dr. Virginia
Barry, New Hampshire Commissioner of Education (pictured
above with Mary Lou, right.) The Breakfast ceremony took place
at Southern New Hampshire University.
Planning Board asks for full-time Director
At its last meeting, the Hillsborough Planning Board asked
selectmen's representative David Fullerton to again ask his fellow
selectmen to reconsider their decision to keep the Planning Director's position as part-time. They kept the pressure on at Tuesday's
Selectmen's meeting when Chair Herm Weigleman, member Alan
Urquhart and Economic Development Committee member Jack
Wells outlined the need for a full-time Director.
Weare Middle School holds Science Fair
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projects the 6th, 7th, and 8th graders have created. The focus of this
year’s fair is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Participating students had to develop an idea or examine
an interest they have, research the idea, and use research and team
work to test their hypothesis. Once that was completed, they then
gathered the data with the final step being a formal presentation for
display at the Science Fair.
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SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7TH
9:30AM - 1:30PM
HILLSBORO DUNKIN DONUTS
258 W. MAIN STREET, HILLSBORO, NH
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14TH
9:30AM - 1:30PM
The crew at Dimitri's share the holiday spirit.
Dimitri's hosts Hopkinton Thanksgiving
WEARE DUNKIN DONUTS
427 S. STARK HWY. (LANCTOT PLAZA) WEARE, NH
All day Wednesday and all Thanksgiving morning, the Tsihlis
family worked to prepare turkey dinners with all the fix'ins for the
people of Hopkinton and Contoocook. Some food had been contributed by shopkeepers and neighbors. School children added special
greetings and pictures, and volunteers drove about 45 meals out to
homes. Thank you, Dimitri's and your family for your endless kindness and generosity and for offering us all a chance to give.
Come get your picture
taken with Santa!
He’ll be in the store,
deciding if you’ve been
naughty or nice this year.
Bring your camera!
Driver airlifted after Bennington accident
Police were on the scene of a serious crash on Route 202 at the
Bennington-Antrim town line A pickup truck, driven by Christopher Davies of Windsor, crashed into a logging truck, driven by
William Kimball, Jr, of Bennington. Davies was helicoptered to
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center with serious injuries. Kimball was uninjured. Bradford exploring combined services
Selectman John Pfeifle requested the Administrator write a
letter to the Town of Newbury stating that Bradford would like to be
the transfer station for its garbage. He attended the shared service
meeting in Webster. It was also suggested and agreed that a letter
would be written to the Town of Sutton regarding talking about
joint services. A letter has been received from the Town of Warner
regarding sharing services which was read.
Cemetery expansion planned in Newport
North Newport Cemetery will soon be getting an expansion. Ken
Dennis, Newport’s Buildings, Grounds and Cemetery Manager
presented plans for an expansion on the Wells property adjacent
to the cemetery. Newport acquired the property in the 1990’s for
additional burial plots. Dennis plans to add 269 plots since current
available burial plots are dwindling. Dennis told Selectman Gary
Nichols there is about a year’s time before there is a problem. The
Selectboard asked Dennis to get a preliminary bid on the project
along with a bid for further expansion on the property.
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Henniker
Chamber
of Commerce
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL
BUSINESSES... THEY SUPPORT
YOUR COMMUNITY!
The following Henniker Chamber of Commerce Members are proud to support our community
and they provide a great variety of products and services. Please refer to this list or visit
www.hennikerchamber.org for all your needs from Arts & Crafts to Veterinarians.
We don’t have a zip line in Henniker yet, but we’ve got the rest of the alphabet covered.
• McComish Excavating
• German Johns Bakery
• American Barber Studio
• McCourt Engineering • Michie
• Heartland Payment Systems
• Ameriprise Financial • Ayer and
Corporation • Mile Away
Goss • Bevintel of Central NH, Inc. • Henniker Brewery • Henniker
Directional Drilling • Henniker Campground • Moonlight Electric
• Bruce Trivellini, DDS, PLLC
• Morgan’s Signs • Morse
Farm and Country Store
• Central NH Concrete
Sporting Goods • NEC • O'Rourke
• Henniker Fitness
• Chartwells Dining • Citizens
Law Office • Patenaude Lumber
• Henniker House • Henniker
Bank • Colby Hill Inn • Coldwell
• Pats Peak • Precious Pet
Banker J. Hampe Associates/Cathy Laundromat • Henniker Motors
• Retrieve Technology
Clement Dias • Connor Backhoe • Henniker Pharmacy • Henniker
• Scott Dias Building • Sea Glass
Sand & Gravel • Henniker
• Connor Transport • Contoocook
Yoga & Wellness Center
Veterinary Hospital • Holly Hock
Artesian Well • Country Spirit
• Snow XU • Sonny’s Main Street
Flowers • Honest Engine Auto
• Courteous Law, PLLC • Cutter
• St. Georges Café • Stonefalls
Repair • Intervale Farm Pancake
Flooring • Daniel DaCosta
Gardens • Bill Sullivan CPA
House • Jean Hooker &
• Daniel’s Restaurant • Danny’s
• Summit Computer Services
Associates Real Estate
Automotive • Davis & Towle
• TD Bank • Terra Designs
• Joe Clement • Jon Routon
• Dr. Belson • Dunkin Donuts
• The Fiber Studio • Victorex, Inc
Painting • Leo’s Excavating
• Edmunds Department Store
• White Birch Community Center
• Marko Builders
• Edward Jones
Taste The Spirit of New England Right here in Henniker!
Est. 1984
Winter
Skiing • Snowboarding
Snowtubing • Group Trips
Jct. Rtes. 202 & 114 • Henniker, NH
686 Flanders Road
Banquet Center
Henniker, NH
Weddings • Parties
1-888-PATS PEAK
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patspeak.com
www.COUNTRYSPIRITHENNIKER.com
PATS PEAK SKI AREA & BANQUET CENTER
RESTAURANT & TAVERN
(603) 428-7007
Holiday Parties
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WWW.HENNIKERCHAMBER.ORG
No room at your house this holiday?
Let us host your family & friends
Henniker House
Bed and Breakfast
www.hennikerhouse.com
603-428-3198
Homemade Soups & Chili
Specialty coffees,
sandwiches & baked goods!
OPEN SAT. & SUN at 7AM
Mon.-Fri. 6am-2pm, Sat. & Sun. 7am-2pm
603-428-4455
Corner of Main Street & Ramsdell Road, Henniker
Henniker Fitness Center
2 4 / 7 your fitness is our priority
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JANUARY
Liberty Hill Rd., Bldg. #4,
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Henniker
428.7131
HENNIKER FARM & COUNTRY STORE
PO BOX 2121 / 110 BRADFORD RD
HENNIKER, NH 03242-2121
PHONE 603-428-3255 FAX 603-428-3173
www.hennikerfarm.com
Morse Sporting Goods
Everything for the Outdoor Enthusiast
• Archery Supplies • Clothing • Boots
• New/Used Guns • Ammo
• Hunting & Fishing Supplies
• Boat Registration
casual dining at its best
overlooking the Contoocook River
Hours: 9-6 Mon-Sat • 9-noon Sun
85 Contookcook Falls Rd, Hillsboro
• function room for private parties •
Main Street
Kevin Daniel
603-428-7621
Henniker, NH 03242
daniels@conknet.com
www.danielsofhenniker.com
Call us at 603-464-3444
www.morsesportinggoods.com
20 Main St.
P.O. Box 856
Pizza
Calzone
Henniker, NH
03242
(603) 428-4444
A Family Restaurant
Subs
Salads
Fresh Seafood, Pasta, Chicken, & Steak Tip Dinners
Sarah W. Chapin
Registered Pharmacist
4 Bridge Street PO Box 718 Henniker, NH 03242
Phone (6030 428-3456 Fax (603) 428-7793
Email: Hennikerrx@aol.com
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Whole Tree Chipping
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924-9759
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P 603.478.3987 C 603.344.3987
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