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New Year’s Resolutions in Film Discussed Jan. 19

Will you approach development, production differently this year? Are you looking to connect and work with new people around the region?By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 11, 2015 at 3:01pm

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Companies Get Job Training Grants

Matching grants will help train 52 workers in Concord, Epsom, Londonderry, and Portsmouth with new skills.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 11, 2015 at 7:01am

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Concord Home of the Week: 18 Donovan St.

Live near Rollins Park in this New Englander.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 10, 2015 at 4:02pm

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State Trooper Arrest Roundup

Here are some of the people that were arrested on Granite State highways during the last few weeks.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 10, 2015 at 10:31am

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Nearby News: Teen Racks Up Charges; Child Porn Arrest; Santa Slasher

Plus, a woman is charged with doctor shopping and an officer loses his rifle.By LES MASTERSON (Patch Staff)Jan 10, 2015 at 8:34am

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Patches Needs a Home

Here’s Concord’s Pet of the Week.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 10, 2015 at 7:06am

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Kuster Co-sponsors Campaign Finance Provision

Legislation included in end-of-year government funding bill.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 10, 2015 at 6:01am

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Bow Man Tased After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Cop

Timothy Hodgman arrested after multi-agency response to Birchdale Road.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 10, 2015 at 5:01am

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Concord Police Log: Man Allegedly Threatens to Kill Girlfriend with Tent Pole

Plus, Allenstown, Pembroke residents charged with theft, willful concealment.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 9, 2015 at 4:01pm

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Fire Teams Put Out Car Fire in Hooksett

Mercedes Benz catches on fire at the Hooksett Rest Area last night.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 9, 2015 at 3:21pm

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Concord Woman Sent to the Hospital After I-393 Crash

During today’s snowstorm, a Natick MA man slammed into the woman’s Subaru which then drove into her, entrapping her underneath.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 9, 2015 at 2:14pm

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Open Houses in Concord This Weekend

Search open houses on Zillow.By PAIGE MCATEE (Patch Staff)Jan 9, 2015 at 11:41am

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Craft Gallery Added to Hooksett Welcome Center

The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, The Duprey Companies, Mount Sunapee Resort, and others helped with matching grants.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 9, 2015 at 9:44am

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Cilley Proposes ‘Far-Reaching’ Minimum Wage Bill

Former gubernatorial candidate and now, state representative, proposes increase to $14.25; tipped workers would get an increase, too.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 9, 2015 at 7:45am

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Concord Police Log: Couple Fights About Cheating Allegations, He Allegedly Smashes Lamp, Wall

Plus, Manchester man arrested on DWI; Londonderry man allegedly throws bricks at girlfriend’s apartment.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 8, 2015 at 9:43pm

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Mass. Woman Arrested for False ‘Script

New Hampshire State Police allege that Colleen Torname tried to buy Fentanyl in Salem in October 2014.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 8, 2015 at 2:02pm

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The Weekender: NH Rebellion, Children’s Music, Wine Tasting, and More

Plus, the latest Granite State weather forecast.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 8, 2015 at 12:27pm

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Hassan Begins Second Term

“We must approach these next two years with a relentless focus on ensuring that every Granite Stater who works hard can find success.”By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 8, 2015 at 11:35am

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Short & Sweet Discussion Group

“My Watch” by Mark TwainBy JOANN SALEMY (Open Post)Jan 8, 2015 at 10:36am

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How Long Can You Stay Outside in Cold Weather?

Frostbite and hypothermia can set in fast. A handy chart from The National Weather Service shows just how quickly you should head inside.By KASANDRA BRABAW (Patch Staff)Jan 8, 2015 at 9:41am

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Robotics Competition in Hampton

VEX Robotics competition on Saturday, January 17th at Winnacunnet High School. This event is free and fun for all ages!By SUSAN ROCH (Open Post)Jan 8, 2015 at 10:34am

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Cops Catch Burglar at CitySide Grille

Concord Police head to alarm activation on Manchester Street and allegedly find Zachary Snyder with burglary tools; has numerous priors.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 8, 2015 at 8:04am

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Man Alleges Ex-Girlfriend Won’t Stop Assaulting Him

Concord Police arrest Alysha Lamb on charges after she allegedly punched man, keys his car.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 8:35pm

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The Books Concord is Reading this Week

Plus, the Top 20 books sold in 2014 at Gibson’s Bookstore.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 7:54pm

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Bitter Cold Temps Lead to School Delays

Updated: The Concord School District, Merrimack Valley and Concord Christian are on delayed openings for Jan. 8.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 3:33pm

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Concord Chorale Sings ‘Eventide’ Midwinter Concerts

A lush and lively concert that includes solo performances by several Chorale members and showcases piano accompanist Molly Lozeau.By NINA BONNEY (Open Post)Jan 8, 2015 at 8:08am

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Marshals: Fugitive of the Week Failed to Appear at Heroin Hearing

The New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is looking for Julio Rivera. Have you seen him?By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 2:10pm

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WEATHER ALERT: Hour-by-Hour Look at Wind Chill of up to 29 Below

Wind chills in Concord are going to be dangerous tonight, Thursday.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 12:39pm

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New Homes for Sale in Concord

Here is a list of the latest homes for sale from Zillow.By PAIGE MCATEE (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 12:15pm

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How To Post on Patch

Talk to your community via Patch.comBy KASANDRA BRABAW (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 10:00am

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Howards Honored by National MS Society

Bow couple volunteered, participated in the Journey of Hope walk in Concord.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 7:01am

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Franklin Woman Faces Doctor Shopping Charge

New Hampshire State Police arrest Starcia Kimani after complaint from a Concord doctor.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 7, 2015 at 5:31am

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ASA Hoops Martin Luther King Holiday Clinics

Come Join A Step Ahead Basketball for Skills Clinic on Martin Luther King Day to continue to develop individual and team skills.By COACH ALLAN ASA (Open Post)Jan 7, 2015 at 12:10pm

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Concord Police Log: Hopkinton Man Arrested for DWI, Drugs, and Vandalism

Plus, Francestown man faces felony charges and a homeless man is arrested after banging on windows and screaming on Rollins Street.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 4:23pm

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Are Christie’s White House Hopes Galloping Away?

Report: NJ governor “personally pushed” Port Authority contract to Dallas Cowboys owner’s firm.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 1:53pm

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Latest Concord Forecast: Wind Chill 25 Below Zero Wednesday

The National Weather Service issued a rare wind chill alert for the area.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 12:24pm

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White Park is Open for Skating

The park hockey rink, Beaver Meadow will be open tomorrow.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 12:12pm

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Kuster Calls for More Heating Funds

Increased funding, she says, will ensure low-income Granite Staters can stay warm this winter.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 11:59am

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Recent Homes Sold in Concord

Search for homes sold on Zillow.By PAIGE MCATEE (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 11:36am

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New Year, New You: Resolve to make 2015 the year you get it done

AT&T highlights list of mobile apps that will help you keep your resolutionsBy PATCH CONTRIBUTOR (Open Post)Jan 7, 2015 at 8:49am

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Open Hands Resource Center Raising Money to Help the Homeless

Concord organization looking for $100K for new resource location, housing project, and other items.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 11:28am

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State Lowering Unemployment Insurance Tax

1 percent reduction expected to save employers more than $37 million in the next three months.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 10:40am 21

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Petco Drops Chinese-Made Treats

Federal officials are investigating reports the treats sickened and killed thousands of pets.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 10:33am

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CPL Book Club: ‘The Borrower,’ by Rebecca Makkai

Book ClubBy JOANN SALEMY (Open Post)Jan 7, 2015 at 8:48am

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CPL Book Club: ‘A Tree Grows in Brooklyn,’ by Betty Smith

Book Club, January 12 from 7-8:30 p.m. and January 14 from 10:30 a.m. to noonByJOANN SALEMY (Open Post)Jan 6, 2015 at 10:46am

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Cami Needs a Home

Concord’s Pet of the Week is still available for adoption at the Pope Memorial SPCA.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 7:02am

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New England College to Receive $3 Million Gift

Future Center for the Performing Arts to honor Rosamond Page Putnam.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 6:01am

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Concord Teen Racks Up Charges

Colton Squeglia allegedly asks officer, “Dude … do you have anymore spice?”; gets arrested multiple times during the last two months.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 8:44pm

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Police: Man in ‘Critical Condition’ After Being Hit on Route 3A

Bow Police investigators are asking for any witnesses to come forward.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 6, 2015 at 1:21pm

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NH Skier Dies in Avalanche

Ronnie Berlack, a member of the U.S. Ski Team, was killed in Austria earlier today.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 4:42pm

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Winter Reading Program at Concord Public Library

Winter Reading Program starts January 10, 2015By JOANN SALEMY (Open Post)Jan 5, 2015 at 6:10pm

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Rentals Available in Concord

Here is a list of the latest rentals available from Zillow.By PAIGE MCATEE (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 12:48pm

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City Issues Downtown Concord Parking Ban

Snow removal in some parts of the city will occur tonight into tomorrow morning.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 11:02am

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Keep Your Kids Safe in the Water

Youth Aquatics at the Concord Family YMCA builds skills and confidence in -- and out -- of the poolBy CONCORD FAMILY YMCA (Open Post)Jan 5, 2015 at 6:10pm

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Have You Seen This Cat?

Adelita went missing Jan. 1, in the South End of Concord.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 10:57am

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60 Driving Jobs In and Around Concord

Barr-nunn Transportation, Melton Truck Lines, C.R. England and more hiring local and state-wide truck drivers around Concord.By KASANDRA BRABAW (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 10:29am

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50 MPH Wind Gusts for Concord Today

There’s also a chance of snow.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 9:59am

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Concord Police Seek Info on Santa Slasher

Vandal cuts inflatable decoration on Ridge Road.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 8:14am

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Hassan Inaugural Committee Prepares for Thursday

Donations for the New Hampshire Food Bank collected; activities and exhibits scheduled.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 7:12am

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Firefighters Extinguish Blaze at Concord Steam

The fire damaged machinery at the facility, according to Fire Chief Dan Andrus.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 7:03pm

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Granite State Roller Derby Welcomes New Coach

Concord-based roller derby league has big aspirations for 2015; hosts league tryouts and skills clinic in January.By GRANITE STATE ROLLER DERBY (Open Post)Jan 5, 2015 at 6:27am

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Fire at Concord Steam

The blaze reportedly broke out at the Pleasant Street company Sunday night.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)Jan 4, 2015 at 4:14pm

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Offer Opinions About Concord Signage Jan. 12

Councilors looking for input about potential designs for the Complete Streets Main Street project.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jan 5, 2015 at 8:16am

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Dangerous Wind Chills Forecast for the Coming Week

Wind chills are expected to fall below zero.By LES MASTERSON (Patch Staff)Jan 4, 2015 at 1:33pm

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Family Sues Trooper for Wrongful Death of Wendy Lawrence

The Attorney General’s Office previously cleared the man of wrongdoing, but the family’s attorney says the trooper’s claims don’t add up.By KASANDRA BRABAW (Patch Staff)Jan 4, 2015 at 11:03am

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100-Car Pileup; Family Spat Leads to Charges; Drug Deal Goes Bad

A look back at the past week on Concord Patch.By LES MASTERSON (Patch Staff)Jan 4, 2015 at 9:31am

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Concord Home of the Week: 176 School Street

This Colonial home sits on 1.9 acres of land and includes a barn and an outbuilding for chickens.By PAIGE MCATEE (Patch Staff)Jan 4, 2015 at 9:04am

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Southern Rail: Bluegrass at the Audi Feb. 25

A Walker Series Live Musical Event - FREE and open to all on a first-come, first-seated basis. Doors open at 7:00 PMBy DALE HARRINGTON (Open Post)Jan 6, 2015 at 5:39am

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