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ABOUT THE SERIES Each week in 2022, the ‘Monitor’ recognized one of our region’s Heroes many Hometown Heroes. Follow along at concordmonitor.com and learn how you can nominate a Hometown Hero. Your nominations. Their stories. In the following pages, we catch you up on those we profiled OUR 2022 COMMUNITY PARTNER While the challenges continue, so do the good works done by our neighbors, our teachers, our health care providers, our volunteers and so many others. These are their stories. Ledyard National Bank is proud to support the 2022 Hometown Heroes, who were nominated by members of the community and selected by editors of the Monitor. SUSAN COVERT GHANA SHARMA CARRIE KEELEY DUNC WALSH RACHEL BAKER Hopkinton Concord Pembroke Concord Canterbury In her 33 years in Hop- Sharma has been helping Keeley believes family is Walsh has been running In an orange-painted kinton, Covert has actively refugee students and fami- who you choose to surround the Concord High boys’ corner office of the Elkins pursued ways to help her lies in the Concord area for yourself with. So when she hockey program since Public Library sits the exec- Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 community. over a decade. So when the got a message that a distant 1990 and under his watch, utive director – the person Covert’s role in the com- COVID-19 pandemic hit in relative was no longer able he’s elevated it from highly- responsible for keeping the mittee revolved around out- 2020, he was quick to iden- to care for her nine-month- regarded to a juggernaut. wheels of the library reach and organizing. She tify the problems the pan- old baby, Keeley did not The Crimson Tide have turning. Baker has been a played a pivotal role in demic would pose for new hesitate. She picked up her won nine title with Walsh presence for 15 years. spreading the word about Americans. 12-year-old daughter from behind the bench. His 500- Before becoming director, the need for environmental An ELL math tutor at after-school soccer and they plus career wins prove two she worked as a children’s li- reform, and she’s built a fol- Concord High School, drove through the night to truths: winning is the stan- brarian. Working with kids lowing her newsletter. Sharma quickly noticed that New Jersey to collect the dard and hockey brilliance became her passion, and she “That newsletter has be- some new American stu- baby and return home to skates throughout Concord. was able to form ties with come a really important fea- dents took on day jobs to Pembroke, where Keeley His legacy goes deeper. them and their families. ture of living in this town,” support their family mem- was granted guardianship He’s a mentor, an advisor, “Rachel nurtured these Laurie Morrissey said. “And bers instead of attending for a year. and to those who are fin- kids,” said Mary Ellen a lot of people really appre- online school. He volun- “My door is always open,” ished playing under his tute- MacCoy, a circulation li- ciate it. People don’t always teered extra hours to tutor said Keeley. “I didn’t think lage, he’s a friend that brarian with Baker for the go to the town calendar to students at night to help twice about it. Would I do it helped shape the lives of past six years. “They would find out what’s going on.” them avoid failing classes. again? Absolutely.” former players. actually confide in her.” 4
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 FRANK MULLER DENNIS PAVLICEK ATHEA BARTON ANGELICA WHITNEY Concord Newbury Penacook Epsom For the last 25 years, Muller’s ir- Pavlicek took over as Newbury’s For decades, Barton has been When Bishop Brady went remote regular schedule was an act of town administrator nearly three trying to ensure that Concord resi- for the pandemic, Whitney knew she public service. A labor of love. An decades ago on the heels of a high- dents can enjoy and learn from the wanted to help. excuse to, at first, give the opportu- profile shooting that killed two. His city’s storied infrastructure. She got the idea to use her robotics nity for his then adolescent daugh- first task was a big one – rebuilding Her work, spanning from histor- team’s skills and equipment to make ters to experience Nordic skiing, trust in his beloved town. ical preservation advocacy to and donate personal protective equip- but then it grew into a year-round His first days in office were his fundraising and videography, has ment (PPE) after hearing about the purpose. Since the mid-’90s, Muller most pivotal. benefited the community’s architec- nationwide “1 million PPE challenge.” has groomed the grounds at White “The last thing I wanted to do was ture in a multitude of ways. As of earlier this year, she had do- Farm and Memorial Field for the see that problem again,” he said. “I “She doesn’t seek the limelight. But nated over 8,870 pieces of PPE to local skiing community in Concord and wanted to make sure I hired people she gets an amazing amount of stuff hospitals, schools, nursing homes, surrounding areas. that would be great for the town.” done,” said her colleague Bill Smith. safety departments. Congratulations to all the Hometown Heroes - Happy New Year! COME EXPERIENCE THE SUNMED DIFFERENCE AT 211 LOUDON RD., SUITE A COME FIND US UP ON THE HEIGHTS AT COURTYARD SQUARE, ACROSS FROM SUGAR RIVER BANK! WHERE WE ARE REDEFINING EXCELLENCE THROUGH QUALITY AND TRANSPARENCY! Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 Your CBD Store Concord offers a warm, upscale “Spa like” environment with a knowledgeable staff that offers a “no pressure” buying experience. Come in & try some free samples. Our product line includes: Oil Tinctures, Water Solubles, Topicals, Gel Caps, Bath, Beauty and more! Regain your quality of life. We Treat Every Customer like Family! MADE IN THE USA Voted “Best CBD Store” 2 Years in a Row in Concord Monitor Cappies and Union You’ve Tried Leaders Readers Choice 2021, 2022 the Rest Now Try the Best! CBD PRODUCTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION AND ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE, OR PREVENT ANT DISEASE. CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE USE. FOR ADULTS OVER 18+ 603-715-1153 • HTTP://WWW.GETSUNMED.COM • OPEN TUE - SAT 10 A.M. TO 6 P.M. CLOSED SUN & MON NE-407515 5
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 KEARSARGE NEIGHBORHOOD PARTNERS Growth is one of the greatest joys in life, and Kearsarge Neighbor- hood Partners facilitates much of it in the Kearsarge region. When we wrote about them, they had just provided a car to a local couple, and later that week they volunteered to drive over 300 miles taking people to doctor’s appoint- ments. Since February 2020, when they were established, there have been countless other stories in the more than 15,000 volunteer hours and 215 “neighbors,” as they call them- selves, helped. KNP differs from many other charitable organizations in that they never do things that one couldn’t do for themselves. That, to the group that now sits at around 250 volunteers, is the key to building sustainable communities. “Our mission and our vision is to build connections through our principles,” said President Steve Al- lenby. Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 JOSH CHARPENTIER RUTH SPEED BONNIE MORSE CAROLINE KEANE Epsom Penacook Hillsborough Concord Charpentier was recognized for Ruth Speed digs like an archeolo- Friends noticed all the volunteer An interaction with a young stu- his work helping to put out a fire in gist, and she’s been studying Pena- work Morse has done, the groups dent made Keane, a former para- Manchester. Charpentier and the cook’s past for 70 years. she’s organized and continues to professional at Rundlett, more at- entire Manchester Fire Engine Co. At 78, she’s seen a lot, like the organize. tuned to the needs of children. 11 shared in this recognition. change-over from water power to Morse promotes Hillsborough’s “That made me think, ‘Why is They saved six people. One electricity, eight different grocery history, organizing reenactments of this kid using a plastic bag, why are person died of smoke inhalation. stores, Barney’s Flowers, holiday the town’s roles in events such as we not doing better, why are we not One of those he saved was a parades and apple festivals. the Civil and Revolutionary Wars. providing?’” she said. It was at this fellow firefighter, who became en- She takes her role as the town’s She helped create the interactive moment that she first had the idea gulfed and trapped. historian seriously. Her passion Living History Event (now called for the Ready to Learn Fair. “I was just doing my job,” he said, started when she a child. “I was al- History Alive) about 15 years ago. “She’s just a problem solver and “and I certainly wasn’t going to ways curious about the things I She is an unofficial ambassador for she just loves the kids,” said a watch my friend burn to death.” saw,” Speed said. Hillsborough. former co-worker.” 6
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 KIM KENNEY LINDA WOODWARD CHARLENE BAXTER MICHELLE LENNON CHIP GRIFFIN Boscawen Boscawen New London Tilton Bow Like many graduates of For more than four For the past six years, Through her work, Griffin has done a lot pro- Merrimack Valley High, decades, Woodward has Baxter has accompanied Lennon consistently saw fessionally. He worked on Kenney’s athletic prowess, cared for New Hampshire New Hampshire kids families in smaller towns Capitol Hill, founded com- featured in three sports babies who need a safe place through the court system as surrounding Concord and panies, worked as a COO during the 1980s, created a to stay. a fierce advocate for those Laconia, like Tilton and and a CEO. Despite all that, connection with the sports- While most septuage- who have been removed Franklin, falling through the most know Griffin for his crazed area. Her longtime narian grandparents might from their families because cracks in terms of the care hobby rather than his pro- local coaching career in breathe a sigh of relief that of abuse or neglect. they were receiving; fession. To Bow, he’s not a field hockey has added to they no longer have to stay Volunteers like Baxter get whether it was mental CEO, he’s the photographer her reputation as a loyal up all night with a newborn to know the child or mul- health counseling, parent at their kids’ sports games. conduit to the school’s rich infant, 71-year-old Wood- tiple children involved in a education or addiction reha- At almost every Bow High sports history. More than ward has continued to open case and advise judges on bilitation. So she started the School game, Griffin can be wins, though, Kenney is her Boscawen home to the what they believe will best Tilton Family Resource seen snapping photos avail- about teaching girls to play tiniest foster children. serve the kids, which is not Center. able for free online. field hockey and learning Since 1979, she has cared always the same outcome life lessons. for more than 160 kids. desired by parents. Congratulations to all the Hometown Heroes Chichester Massage nominated for your great works! & Bodywork Center Invest In Your Health 114 Dover Road Rte. 4 |Chichester, NH 03258 massage4nh@aol.com |603.798.4669 chichestermassage@gmail.com | 603.798.4669 “Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver.” —Barbara De Angelis Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 We are greatful to be 2022 a part of this community From your #1 full of kindness. Flooring Destination • RATES : /2 Hr - $ 55 • 1 Hr - $ 80 • 1 /2 Hr - $ 105 • 1 1 M/C ❖ VISA ❖ DISCOVER Purchase Instant Gift Certificates at www.adfflooring.com NE-407287 www.chichestermassage.com 248 Sheep Davis Road, Suite 8 Concord, NH 03301 | 603-856-8040 NE-403474 7
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 ZAVYA Warner Whenever Zavya arrived at a nursing home to provide therapy, the faces of her charges would light up. She dried tears, prompted smiles and offered special solace to whichever patient she could tell was having a particularly bad day. Her techniques were tactile and straightforward. It never took long for patients to open up about their lives. Particularly receptive resi- dents would turn to Zavya’s com- panion Carol and ask: “can I give her a treat?” Therapy dog Zavya and her human “chauffeur” Carol Zablocki spent nine years visiting nursing homes from Pine Rock Manor in Warner to the Birches in Concord, sometimes voluntering up to three times a week. Zavya, a Great Pyrenees, retired in April to spend more time on her hobbies – digging, barking and playing in the mud. JOE RAYCRAFT DAVID LENT MALINDA SHEILA MORRIS AL CILLEY Penacook Epsom RITCHIE WEIR Concord Concord Chichester Raycraft’s resume is long. The director of Camp This year marks Morris’s Al Cilley’s heart is Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 He was named Merrimack NEOFA (North East Odd Ritchie Weir volunteers 24th year as a Girl Scout working at 20 percent ca- High School’s athletic di- Fellows Association) has in her hometown, guides a troop leader. Morris says pacity, but don’t try telling rector more than 50 years spent nearly 30 years pro- troop of Girl Scouts, com- she has led at least two that to the cats he saves, or ago, bringing varsity football moting the annual summer forts the sick and injured as troops at a time, and even as the people who later adopt to the school. He later served camp and spreading the al- a nationally registered many as three troops at a them. They see a man with a as the Athletic Director for truistic ideas that the Odd paramedic and raises two time for the past 12 years, healthy, strong, compas- the three high schools in Fellows have represented children as a single mother. and she is always quick to sionate heart. A heart that Manchester. There, he for 200 years. She cherishes the com- jump in and help out if an- pumps joy into the lives of forged lifelong connections “Dave has been incredibly munity spirit she’s discov- other troop leader needs as- the people who have with the community. generous with his time,” ered since moving to the sistance. She estimates that adopted one of the hun- “I remember when the Kevin McCarthy wrote to Granite State, served her on a typical week she does dreds – thousands? – of the phone would ring, it was al- the Monitor. “He has worked country in the Army thou- about 20 hours of Girl Scout homeless, sometimes feral ways a kid asking, ‘Is coach tirelessly to assure that sands of miles from home, work, and during the “busy cats that Cilley has caught. there?’ Sometimes it was a Camp NEOFA in Maine is and leads a pair of Girl season,” from November Saving them from the harsh- player or a former player open for hundreds of under- Scout troops; which she until April – which includes ness of winter and the who was now coaching,” said privileged children and says is her favorite out-of- cookie season – she dedi- never-ending quest for his daughter Robin Raycraft. teens every summer.” home activity. cates up to 50 hours a week. food. 8
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 Our Students. FRIENDLY KITCHEN Our Heroes. Concord We’re proud to support those who A hot meal is served at The Friendly Kitchen 365 days a year. With a slim staff and dedi- serve our community. cated group of volunteers, the local soup kitchen has served either breakfast, lunch or dinner to the Concord community everyday for almost five decades. “We feed folks without asking questions,” said Valerie Guy, the executive director. “We feed seniors, veterans, some families in the location, lots of families outside of the loca- tion, housed people, homeless people.” Paul ’24 Sara ’24 Derek ’20 Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 Amy ’06 Christian ’17 Sean ’24 Learn More granite.edu/also-students NE-407123 9
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 SARAH KOUTROUBAS Concord Koutroubas’ son was only a tod- dler in 2005 when he was first de- nied the resources he needed for his disability. Her son was diag- nosed with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, a rare genetic condition that required intensive speech, oc- cupational and physical therapy. A nonprofit that serves people with disabilities told her they could only see her son once a week. She re- solved to wait in the lobby of the nonprofit until they agreed to pro- vide the care that medical profes- sionals advised. After several days of Koutroubas and her crying baby in the lobby, the nonprofit gave in. Impressed with her tenacity, they gave her a job. That got her started finding her calling to help those with disabili- ties. She expertly explains compli- cated topics and rallies the commu- nity to advocate for issues impor- tant to them. For more than two decades she and her husband, Alex, have made meaningful changes to the lives of Granite Staters with dis- abilities. Sarah Koutroubas with her husband, Alex, left, and her son, Colby at his college graduation party in August. Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 LORI GARRETT JAMES WILLIAMS MELISSA McALLISTER JANE GORDON Warner Gilmanton Concord Pembroke Garrett, founder and director of He’s taken a bullet in his back and McAllister has long dedicated Gordon uses the internet and Warner Connects food pantry, shrapnel in his arms and legs, herself to raising awareness of town and state resources to trace strives to make everyone who walks earning a pair of Purple Hearts in breast cancer, joining the Making family lineages, sometimes dating in feel welcome; and her team of Vietnam. He’s bought things for Strides walk in 2003. back to the time of pilgrims and volunteers believes that no one else complete strangers, like breakfast McAllister’s commitment to Plymouth Rock. Gordon works tire- can do it as well as she can. for fellow veterans, and Legos for a breast cancer awareness strength- lessly to help others find their “We meet the clients with com- little boy. His daughter, Jennifer ened after she lost her sister-in-law, family connections, rarely giving passion and understanding and Kravitz of Warner, said that her fa- Peggy Thomas a few years ago to up despite setbacks, and she ac- help sort of guide them through the ther, “is ALWAYS helping others.” the disease. McAllister’s team is cepts no money for her service. She system,” said Garrett. One time, he and Kravitz were named ‘Mrs. Fine,’ in memory of pays for any supplies needed. The pantry serves 13 towns. They eating lunch when 13 members of Thomas. “Whenever we asked her “I don’t give up very easily when have a wood bank, toys for children the National Guard walked in. how she was, she always said she I do a family history. It’s an obses- and coats for the winter. Williams paid the bill for all 13. was fine.” sion.” 10
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HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 GRETA ERNST LESLIE PATRICIA TUCKER NORMANDIE BLAKE BETH FROST Concord VAN BERKUM Tilton Webster Andover Deerfield Any Concord resident Tucker got a late start to Blake didn’t grow up in a Whether she’s driving a who called the police be- Van Berkum was drawn to her career in substance use small town, but for more fellow senior to a medical tween 1981 and last De- volunteer at an organization recovery, but with a busy than 50 years, she’s been an appointment, coordinating cember had a good chance that resettles refugees about private practice and roles in essential part of everything the 4th of July float for kids of hearing Ernst’s voice. 10 years ago. several community organi- that makes life in Webster during the annual parade, or Ernst, who retired at the “A lot of the women come zations, she’s making up for special. Blake, better known simply stopping by a lonely end of 2021, spent 40 years as single mothers. Because lost time. Thirty years after by her nickname “Dee,” be- person’s home to play cards as a dispatcher for Concord they were single mothers, she enrolled in school at age came the first woman to sit or piece together a puzzle, Police. In a typical shift, she they also had incredible 49, Tucker is a prominent on the town’s select board, Frost continues to dedicate fielded up to 80 calls trans- challenges coming to this member of the state’s re- founded Webster’s first her life to others. ferred from 911. She did ev- country,” van Berkum said. covery community. “It’s not kindergarten and served as a “Just the most wonderful erything from sending help “How hard it is for them to for everybody, but if you member of the Merrimack person you ever want to to a serious crash to helping come and leave their home- like it, then it really is a great Valley School Board for meet,” said longtime friend find a missing person. land to go to a new place.” place to be.” three decades. Janice Brennan. Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 MIKE MANNING KRAIG EMERY JULE FINLEY SARA WAGNER Penacook Northwood Franklin Weare Manning didn’t realize when he On March 3, 2001, Emery’s son Averaging nine shows a year for In 2003, Wagner’s 15-year-old walked into the United Church of Kalahan took a nap and never woke the past 28 years, Finley doesn’t daughter and 17-year-old niece Penacook that the community up. That’s the way SUDC, an illness have much time to rest while went over an ice patch while kitchen would become a big part of that continues to baffle the medical leading theater productions at driving and slid into oncoming his routine. “I got to a point in my community, operates. Children Franklin High School. traffic. The two were both killed in life where I had some free time and from one to 17, seemingly healthy, The first time she took a real the crash. Through her pain, I said ‘you know, it’s time to give go to bed. Then they pass away. break from the theater was when Wagner worked to create some- back,’ ” Kalahan was 2½. the pandemic hit in 2020. It’s thing new: Angels 5k Run/Fitness Now, in 2022, the kitchen is its Since then, Emery has raised made her realize that it may be Walk. It began as a memorial walk own non-profit, separate from the money and brought food to pantries. time to finally start slowing down around Merrimack Valley High church, and they provide takeout Always in the name of Kalahan. and decluttering some of the cos- school, where the girls attended meals. Manning now coordinates Kraig led the drive to create the tumes; which she jokingly says school. “My daughter would be so and helps cook five of the seven Kalahan Emery Memorial Trail at the has her attic on the verge of col- happy to see what it’s become,” she meals per month. Carter Hill Orchard. lapse. said. 12
HOMETOWN HEROES OF 2022 CAROL KATHLEEN LANG CONFORTI-ADAMS Canterbury South Sutton After Lang’s only child, A car accident helped Becky, died in a tragic car Conforti-Adams realize the accident in 2005, friends en- power of the environment to couraged her to start a non- help with recovery. She BETTY AND MIKE SMITH profit dedicated to sup- turned to a neighbor to help Northwood porting horse owners in develop “Nature’s Way,” a times of struggle. Becky was series of programming in her Betty and Mike Smith moved to town 11 years ago. They hand out food during the holi- an equestrian, animal lover backyard that helps people days, cook for others who needed a hand, promote the local library and drive other se- and aspiring archeologist connect with themselves niors to their appointments. A friend noted that Mike and Betty perform these volunteer who was known for her and nature. This is the most acts of kindness despite their own health woes. Mike has arthritis in his back, a painful ex- kindness and passion, Lang recent of many initiatives perience that he’s learned to live with. Betty had both knees replaced five years ago and a said. The organization, she has developed to help hip four months ago. “It takes a little longer and we have to sit down more often, but it still Becky’s Gift, helps keep her people with disabilities. works,” Betty said. daughter’s legacy alive. MARYANN CHEUNG RICHARD PAULHUS PETER CLARKE CHERYL SWEENEY PAM SMITH Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 Hillsborough Franklin / Tilton Bow Hill Concord Cheung had photography Richard Paulhus has Peter Clarke cites the sim- Sweeney started the Smith remembers her in the back of her mind for earned his reputation for ac- plicity of Taps, a tune that Whole Childcare Center in son’s 6th birthday. She was years, yet only immersed tion with Franklin and consists of just 24 notes, and Tilton in 1987. At the time, in a panic at work because herself in the art two years Tilton police. In February he marvels at the effect there were very few she had no money for a ago at age 60. Circumstances 2021, Paulhus was assisting those notes have on people, preschool programs for chil- cake, let alone a gift. She dictated that it was time to officers in moving a dis- once they exit a trumpet or dren with special needs and went to Friends of Forgotten pursue something that she abled vehicle off the road a bugle. The power of those Sweeney decided that she Children in Concord, and knew she’d love. Covid had when he heard a woman notes could be heard from wanted to offer a facility for left with a toy truck, frosting hit, and Cheung’s husband screaming. She thrust her the foot of Clarke’s long all children, regardless of and cake mix to go home contracted the illness and eight-month-old baby girl driveway each night this their abilities. and celebrate. Now Smith is spent five weeks in the hos- into his arms, she was summer at 6 p.m., from “I was like, ‘if I’m going to the director of Friends of pital. Now, her photos are choking on a gummy bear. Memorial Day to Labor Day. have and promote a child- Forgotten Children where everywhere in town, and Paulhus was able to save her It was his third season of care center, I wanted to be every day she helps people she never charges a dime for life during just another day paying tribute to those who the best that it can be,’ ” who were in the same shoes the use of any of them. at the office. have died in wars. Sweeney said. she was 30 years ago. 13
Share what’s happening history in your community. Dec. 29, 1975: Gov. young men from Concord Hutchins, opens on Main Email snapshots to Meldrim Thomson gives gathers to greet the New Street in Concord as “a communitynews@cmonitor.com. state prison officials until Year. “One raised his glass house of entertainment.” Feb. 1 to increase efficiency and pledged upon his honor and order at the prison in as a man, that not a single Jan. 1, 1865: Lewis Concord, after a Christmas drop of intoxicating liquor Downing Sr. retires from Day rampage by inmates should pass his lips in Abbot & Downing, his that resulted in $250,000 in 1870.” Impressed, another coach and wagon company. damage. Thomson says poured the party’s whiskey Warden Raymond Hel- down the drain. The Mon- Jan. 2, 1784: The Legisla- HOME OF THE 15 gemoe is “a nice enough itor approved, reporting: ture grants Concord official $ fellow” but “wholly inade- “These men have made a townhood. quate to the tough require- good beginning for 1870.” ments of state prison ad- Jan. 2, 1942: The state en- ministration.” Jan. 1, 1871: Birthdate of courages women to go to Dr. Henry L. Stickney, one work in factories to replace Dec. 30, 1869: A Grant of the state’s leading doc- men who have joined the Club is organized in Con- tors in his day. “The first au- armed forces. Walter M. STATE INSPECTION cord. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant tomobile owned in the state May, deputy state education is “the people’s general, and was owned and operated by commissioner, says he will will be the people’s presi- him, but after serving an ap- throw the state’s 13 defense dent,” the Monitor asserts. prenticeship with three, he schools open to women at concluded that he was not once so that they can learn 12 Integra Dr Unit 10, Concord NH Dec. 30, 1803: Gov. John earning money fast enough mechanical skills. To now, 603-227-6845 www.nextlevelnh.com T. Gilman signs into a law to keep them in repair and women have tried in vain to NE-384601 an act calling for the sur- finally gave them up en- gain admittance to such veying and mapping of New tirely and returned to classes. Hampshire. It will be nearly horses, man’s best friend,” MOVING? We'll help you plan 13 years before Philip Carri- reports the New Hampshire Jan. 2, 1824: After a 36- gain’s map of the state is Patriot. year fight during which your next steps published. Hopkinton vied with Con- Jan. 1, 1819: The Phenix cord to become the seat of a Dec. 31, 1869: A group of Hotel, built by Abel county that was to be called Expert Door-to- Full Free packing door service insurance estimates & crating coverage movedaniels.com | 603.448.1631 info@movedaniels.com Over 300 Vehicles In Stock Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 Visit us online TimsTruckCapital.com RedRiverTheatres.org 603-736-8143 11 S. Main St. Concord 904 Suncook Valley Hwy, Epsom, NH 14
Kearsarge, the first Merri- for the state’s 1943-44 mack County courthouse motor vehicle plates. There opens on its current site. is plenty of steel for 1942- 43 plates; prisoners have al- Jan. 2, 1843: New Hamp- ready made 35,000 of the shire natives Benjamin 50,000 needed. Brown French and Sarah Josepha Hale visit the Jan. 3, 1852: Visiting Con- White House together for cord, Henry Hubbard slips the customary New Year’s on the icy walkway on his greeting of the president. way to the Eagle Hotel. The They shake hands with John fall breaks his left arm. Tyler, mingle with the large Hubbard will sue the town crowd, then leave to visit and win a judgment of John Quincy Adams and pay $800. him “the compliments of the season.” Jan. 3, 1870: An aurora borealis appears. At 4 a.m., Jan. 3, 2001: TV crews “the northern portion of the and print reporters from sky was nearly all aflame,” a across the region swarm patriotic observer writes. around state Rep. Tom Directly overhead, Alciere during his first day “Streamers of red, white at the State House. Alciere, and blue were seen whose internet writings streaking up from the that advocate killing police horizon.” officers have just become mainstream news, insists, “I Jan. 4, 1859: The Coos am not a nut.” Republican of Lancaster prints a list of all town resi- Jan. 3, 1942: New Hamp- dents who had died the year shire Prison Warden before – and the cause of Charles B. Clarke worries death. Of those 29 deaths, that because of the war, more than half were under there will be too little steel 30 years old. Overhead Door Company of Concord TM Add New Life to Your Garage RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES GARAGE DOORS • EPOXY FLOORING Concord Insider — Thursday, December 29, 2022 EPOXY FL FLOORS EPOXY FLOORS $ 250off Any epoxy floor install With Withthis this Spectrum coupon.coupon. Concord Monitor CannotCannot be combined be combined with with any other any other offers. offers. Expires 10/15/22 GARAGE DOORS GARAGE DOORS 38 Locke Road • Concord, New Hampshire www.OHDConcord.com | 603-224-2280 15
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