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The Week in Review: Concord Arrests, Politics, Fun, and More

Some of the stories and posts on Concord NH Patch last week.

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A Wet Start to the Weather Week

Details on when the showers will start and end, and how the rest of the weather looks in New Hampshire.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 7, 2015

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Republican Perry Back in NH, Announces Leadership Team

TX guv snatches up former Marilinda Garcia staffers for first-in-the-nation New Hampshire Primary effort; campaigns in Meredith, Nashua.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 7, 2015

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Sobriety Checkpoint Nets Four

New Hampshire State Police checked vehicles at the Bow Junction last night.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 7, 20152

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Two Injured After Crash on Mountain Road

Motorcycle rider, teen passenger sent to Dartmouth with serious injuries; the road was closed for a number of hours.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 20152

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Nearby News: Big Heroin, Gun, and Road Rage Busts

Plus, teen flips out, a bomb threat, a gang shooting, a fugitive caught, UFO fest, scholarships and scholars, and more.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 2015

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Dog (Art) Show Open House set June 13 at The Works Bakery Cafe in Concord

Local artist Gloria Najecki of Gloria Paints Dogs greets people and their pups; offers chances to win a free custom portraitBy CHRISTINE RICE (Open Post)Jun 7, 2015

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Question: After Reviving Downtown, How Do We Fix This?

A trip to the Concord Farmers’ Market makes a reader say, a homeless person passed out on multi-million dollar streets doesn’t look good.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 2015

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City Council to Consider Watering Down Code of Ethics

Here’s a rundown on the June 8, 2015, Concord City Council meeting decisions and agenda.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 2015

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Concord Home of the Week: 9 Fowler St.

A relatively new Colonial on the north side of the city.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 2015

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Concord Pet of the Week: Biggie

This Greyhound mix is 3 and available at the Pope Memorial SPCA.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 2015

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Concord Police Log: Recovering Teen Addict Allegedly Admits to Toy Theft

Plus, woman allegedly steals boy’s clothes, woman stopped twice in8 days for driving after revocation, cookies for homeless ends in arrest.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 6, 2015

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Destiny, With Author Carl Howe Hansen

Book reading and author signing, Thursday, July 2nd, 2015, 7 p.m. at Gibson’s BookstoreBy GIBSON’S BOOKSTORE (Open Post)Jun 5, 2015

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RD Custom Fitness Announces FLEX Senior Exercise Classes

Registration for July “Cardio & Strength” Class Now Open; Most Medicare Insurance Plans Cover CostBy RD CUSTOM FITNESS (Open Post)Jun 5, 2015

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Check Out This Lisa Lane Open House

This and other open houses can be seen in Concord this weekend.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 5, 2015

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Seven NH Companies Get Job Training Grants

Gov. Hassan: Matching grants will help 220 workers in Hampton, Hanover, Merrimack, Pembroke, Portsmouth, and Somersworth obtain new skills.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 5, 2015

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Are You Out of Work? Jumpstart Your Job Hunt this Weekend

Check out the more than 1,600 job listings on Concord NH Patch right now.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 5, 2015

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Overdose in a Port-a-Potty Leads to Heroin Charge

Police, EMTs were called to Karen Road in Dunbarton; they arrested Andrew Bergeron who allegedly used heroin, locked himself in the john.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 5, 2015

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Concord’s Weekend Weather Forecast: Perfect

Things will return to seasonable levels this weekend.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)Jun 5, 2015

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Miss Polly Will be Giving Away Donuts, Too

Stop by the Statehouse at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 5, and try one of her treats.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Wrong Side of the Road Driving Leads to DUI, Heroin Charges

Cops: Devin Levensailor was forcing other drivers off the road; this is the second time he’s been busted for driving under the influence.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Duprey Buys Half of Lincoln Financial Building

Concord developer pays $1.7 million for the north side of 1 Granite Place; doesn’t acquire southern building or vacant parcel.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Check Out These New Homes in Concord

Zillow.com has the latest listings online.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Brogan: Jim Bailey was a Genius Who Created Magic

A remembrance of an amazing, talent performer and person.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Uno, IHOP, Outback, Cheesecake Factory, Red Lobster Top Unhealthy List

The Center for Science in the Public Interest released its annual Extreme Eating Awards. 1 Red Lobster meal with drink hits 3,600 calories.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Concord Police Arrest Alleged Drug Dealers

Cops: James Machado and Danielle Clark were allegedly dealing heroin, fentanyl on Greenwood Avenue.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Free Dunkin’ Donut Friday

It’s National Donut Day: Purchase any beverage and get a free donut this Friday.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 4, 2015

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Concord Police Log: Alleged Assaulter, Vandal Tased

Plus, text message about a girl in a “pool of blood” leads to heroin accusation, fight about $40, and an assault charge.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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News Roundup: Bomb Threat, Arrests, Politics, and More

The latest capital region news on Concord NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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House Approves Electric Rate Reduction Financing

Here are the votes and details from the June 3, 2015, session of the New Hampshire House of Representatives.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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Fairy House Fun Comes to Kimball Jenkins Estate

June 14 event of family fun features tea party, fairy–themed auction, book signing, building fairy houses and story time with Tracy Kane.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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Fugitive Wanted for Failure to Appear at Drug Charges

Marshals seek Amanda Fortin on warrants out of Merrimack, Belknap counties.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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Rubens: Governor’s Veto Should be Overridden

Her actions on HB-148 shows hostility to restraining a corrupt, unaccountable Washington, D.C.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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Don Watson Appearing at Spireside Coffee House

The singer/songwriter is the featured artist June 20. His songs highlight New Hampshire people and places.By JOYCE RAY (Open Post)Jun 3, 2015

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Live Free and Go Camping in NH this Summer

Take a break from the everyday and connect with nature in the Granite State.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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Poetry Society of New Hampshire: Mark Pelos and Slam Free Or Die

Poetry reading and open mic, Wednesday June 17th, 2015, 7 p.m. at Gibson’s Bookstore, 45 South Main St, Concord, NH 03301By GIBSON’S BOOKSTORE (Open Post)Jun 3, 2015

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Dominican Pleads Guilty to Illegally Entering the U.S.

Ruberky Antonio Romero-Mejia was deported previously in March 2010; tried to get a New Hampshire license in Salem earlier this year.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 3, 2015

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Bomb Threat Reported at the Steeplegate Mall

UPDATE: Concord Police have given the all-clear after the building was evacuated earlier tonight.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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Fugitive Caught in Massachusetts

John Wentworth was wanted for a parole violation after being convicted of negligent homicide.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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Sold! These Concord Properties are Off the Market

These homes were sold recently in the city.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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CATCH to Host Dedication for Newest Housing Development

Bow Highlands II to be dedicated June 11.By ERIN SCHAICK (Open Post)Jun 2, 2015

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Ward 2 Neighborhood Meeting June 16

Meet with your State Representative and City Councilor and find out what your neighbors thinkBy ALLAN HERSCHLAG (Open Post)Jun 2, 2015

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Gov Vetoes Bill Limiting Delegates Authority at Article V Constitutional Convention

On HB 148: Hassan says Con-Con won’t be called soon; places restrictions on hypothetical delegates contrary to purpose of the meeting.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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Title Boxing Club Hosts Open House June 6

Grand opening celebration on Storrs Street to feature demonstrations, raffle prizes.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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FYI: Hands-Free Electronic Device Law Starts July 1

Here is what you need to know about the specifics of the new New Hampshire law as well as the penalties for violations.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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UNT/MCL MLIS Program at Concord Public Library

Information Session - Tuesday, June 9, 2015 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.By JO SALEMY (Open Post)Jun 2, 2015

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Hillsborough County 4-H Yard Sale June 6

Hillsborough County 4-H youth development program is having a yard sale on Saturday June 6th at their office in Goffstown (329 Mast Rd).By JANELL GEORGE (Star Patcher)Jun 2, 2015

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Wounded Veterans Coming to Concord for Healing, Awareness

Eight riders take to their Can-Ams for 2,000 mile trek across the country.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 2, 2015

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Pair Arrested for Drugs After DWI Traffic Stop

Concord Police: Elizabeth Bline was driving drunk, clipped a parked car on North State; Christopher Babbin was in possession of heroin.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Need a Job? Check Out Openings in Concord

There are more than 1,600 employment opportunities online right now.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Memorial Fund Established for Natalie Velez

Concord sixth-grader passed away last week; funds will be used to help support the family during this difficult time.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Need a Parking Space? Concord Has Them to Lease

Garage spaces run between $783 to $1,344 per year.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Looking for an Apartment or Rental Home in Concord?

Here are some options online right now.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Breakfast Forum with Sen. Kelly Ayotte on June 5

Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce members and the public are invited to a breakfast forum with the Senator.By REBECCA KINHAN (Open Post)Jun 1, 2015

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CPAs Present Fraud Workshop June 18

Kelli D’Amore, Ashley Davison of Nathan Wechsler & Company teach nonprofit leaders preventative measures.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Hunger Hotline Hopes to Help Families Access Food

New Hampshire residents can call this number for assistance from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jun 1, 2015

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Man Charged with Burglary, Violating Protective Order

Concord Police: Shaun Drew burglarized his ex’s apartment, violated his bail, and failed to pay attorney fees.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 31, 2015

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The Wet Weather Continues Early this Week

Showers, possibly heavy at times, and drainage flooding, and then, sunshine around New Hampshire later.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 31, 2015

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Concord’s News Week: Crime, Tragic Deaths, and More

Some of the stories and posts last week on Concord NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 31, 2015

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