The Week in Review: Crime, Pets, Politics, and More

Nearby News: Interstate Sinkhole, Fatal, Fiery Crash, Hunting for Alleged Sexual Assaulters

Plus, New Hampshire’s best high schools, Free the Nipple rally, prep school rape trial, shooting incident, and sobriety checkpoints.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 22, 2015

Concord Police Log: Hopkinton Teen Allegedly Assaults Woman

Plus, homeless woman charged with theft of services from a local motel; woman allegedly throws a bottle at a woman at the Pitman Apartments.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 22, 2015

Concord High School Football 2013 & 2014

Good Luck, Logan. Have a great season as a Bear! via 1 Like 2 hours ago

Concord Pet of the Week: Rocco

Rocco is available for adoption at the Pope Memorial SPCA.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 22, 2015

Frank Monahan Foundation

Thank you Bishop Brady High School for supporting us. #BBHS via 3 hours ago

House Speaker’s Podium Receives New Striking Post and Gavels

The new gavels and striking post were carved out of a New Hampshire walnut tree.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 22, 20150

Concord Lions Club, Concord, NH via 3 hours ago

Lougee Retiring from Merrimack County Savings Bank

Hemeon-Plessner promoted to Senior Vice President at New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 22, 2015

Kimball Jenkins(@kjschoolofart)

It’s good to have family in the lighting business. Nicely done Uncle Dave. via 5 hours ago

Kimball Jenkins(@kjschoolofart)

Congrats Lauren and Tim http://t.co/MRYO6VZK16 via 5 hours ago

Kuster Welcomes New Citizens at Naturalization Ceremony

81 new citizens from 42 counties became Americans on Aug. 21.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 22, 2015

Visit Concord NH(@VisitConcordNH)

September 12th and 13th, 2015 Riverfront Park at the Everett Arena. Weekend On the Water is presented by the... http://t.co/rifqPhATb9/ via 7 hours ago

Alleged Pittsfield Fentanyl Dealer Arrested

Concord Police: After a sergeant saw Thomas Chamberland shooting up at Dunkin’ Donuts on Manchester Street, arrest was made at Cumbies.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 2015

Visit Concord, NH

September 12th and 13th, 2015 Riverfront Park at the Everett Arena. Weekend On the Water is presented by the Rotary Club of Concord NH in partnership with Concord Parks and Recreation. The annual... via 5 Likes 7 hours ago

Looking for Work Around New Hampshire?

There are thousands and thousands of jobs on Patch.com sites right now!By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 2015

HOPE for New Hampshire Recovery via 6 Likes 7 hours ago

Check Out Open Houses in Concord, Webster

Here are the listings for this weekend.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 2015

HOPE for New Hampshire Recovery via 7 hours ago

Oklahoma Fugitive Caught in Concord

Ashton Garland was arrested on Beacon Street earlier today; was wanted for kidnapping, assault with a dangerous weapon.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 2015

Frank Monahan Foundation

Thank you Fun Intelligent Training for your support. Your members ROCK! #ForeTheKids via 2 Likes 8 hours ago

Police Seek Assistance with Daytime Burglary Cases

Concord Regional Crimeline: This person may be involved in burglaries on Carter Hill Road, Warner Road, and Hobart Street.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 2015

Frank Monahan Foundation

A fun day for the Frank Monahan Foundation 5K!! #RaceForeTheKids via 8 hours ago

Enchanted Forest Held in October

New Hampshire Audubon host its annual family event this fall.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

NH Young Republicans(@NHYR)

Have you RSVP’d yet? @RepEdelblut is going to be at the Summer Party on Aug 25! RSVP here:http://t.co/W7GA00eSbV #nhpolitics #nhgov via 1 Like 8 hours ago

Concord Police Log: Alleged Drug Dealer Arrested

Plus, woman charged with numerous counts of DWI, teen also busted for DWI and pot possession, and woman charged with meth possession.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 20, 2015

Kimball Jenkins(@kjschoolofart)

It’s Lauren’s and Tim’s Big Day. Thanks Exeter Events & Tents, Divine Linen Rentals, Patrick’s Floral, Celebrations Catering via 9 hours ago

Check Out Gallen Drive, Other Concord Homes

These properties are new to the market.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Concord250 (@ConcordNH250)

Penacook Films captured some wonderful footage during Concord City Celebration Week - take a peek at the Sun.... http://t.co/TrIOAKYYpx via 9 hours ago

Officials: Storm Water Diverted to Other Culverts

Sinkhole on I-93 required storm drain runoff shift in Downtown Concord; collapsed culvert estimated to be more than a century old.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 21, 2015

Concord 250

Penacook Films captured some wonderful footage during Concord City Celebration Week - take a peek at the Sun. 8/16 Brothers of the Brush competition via the link below! via 9 hours ago

Leaked Ashley Madison Data Includes NH Government Domains

Those who were exposed in the data hack can be traced back to municipal offices in the Granite State; federal departments, military.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 20, 20151Patch LocalStream

Five Rivers Conservation Trust

Northern Pass initial hearings scheduled It is scheduled for Sept. 2 at the Grappone Conference Center, beginning at 5 p.m. with an open house, and then an input session beginning at 6 p.m. http:/... via 10 hours ago

Flynn Presents New Book: ‘American Sweepstakes’

Author presentation on the dramatic story in of the first in the nation NH Sweepstakes at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, at Gibson’s Bookstore.By GIBSON’S BOOKSTORE (Open Post) Aug 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

Green Concord

Interesting way to get rid of ticks! treehugger.com/lawn-garden/how-get-rid-ticks-your-property.html via 1 Like 11 hours ago

The Majestic Academy of Dramatic Arts to hold TEEN Audition for GODSPELL!

Teens 14 - 18 years of age are invited to audition for The Majestic’s community theatre production of GODSPELLBy MAJESTIC THEATRE (Open Post) Aug 21, 2015

AFP_NH (@AFP_NH)

Tell @GovernorHassan that when small businesses thrive, we all get ahead.http://t.co/c7hKYEvmTe/ #nhpolitics #NoHigherTaxes via 1 Like 13 hours ago

NHSP: Drunk Driver Drove Through Cones, Berated Workers at Sinkhole Site

Troopers arrest Thomas Conner of Chichester on I-93 earlier today after he allegedly blew three times the legal limit on a Breathalyzer.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 20152Patch LocalStream

Concord Arts Market(@ConcordArtsMkt)

Gisele Thompson captures NH’s most iconic images in her paintings and prints. http://t.co/tcHp9T5uJf via 14 hours ago

Insane Sinkhole, Crazy Concord Crime, and More

Some of the posts and stories on Concord NH Patch so far this week.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

GOP Leaders Offer Budget Fig Leaf But Hassan Balks

Republicans cave, OK state employee pay raises but Democrat governor says she can’t support business tax cuts left in the deal.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

I-93 Sinkhole Caused by Concord Storm Drain

NH DOT: Northbound side of highway will be closed for repairs until later on tonight at the earliest.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

concordnhlibrary(@concordnhlibrary) via 1 Like 1 hour ago

WATCH: I-93 Closed Due to Sinkhole

NHSP: Traffic re-routed from the Concord section of the highway between Exit 13-14 until further notice.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

General Services(@ConcordNHGS)

Our crews are still on-site helping @NewHampshireDOT​ investigate the #sinkhole on I-93 N:http://t.co/suxs4Tree6#ConcordNH via 2 hours ago

Marshals Seek Alleged Sexual Assaulter

Fugitive Carlos Bolieiro is wanted on three counts against a teen under 16.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

One day in NH, 7 GOP candidates that have the same positions. The clown car has truly arrived. #fitnhttp://t.co/bMKpdi5cV5 via 3 Likes 2 hours ago

Stay Work Play Announces 2015 Rising Stars Awards Finalists

The Honorable Tina L. Nadeau, Chief Justice of the New Hampshire Superior Court will be the keynote speaker on Oct. 5.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

BIA of NH (@BIAofNH)

Housing, hiring forum w/ @NHHFA @HousingActionNH @SeacoastWHC; why businesses should care about affordable housing http://t.co/kBGnljMyAt via 2 hours ago

GlasNight at UNO Pizzeria and Grill on Tilton on Sept. 17

Raise Your Gläs...And Paint It! Come dine & drink while learning how to hand paint wine glasses!By GLÄSNIGHT (Open Post) Aug 19, 2015

Kimball Jenkins(@kjschoolofart)

Check out our most recent newsletter! http://t.co/6ujkbO4h62 via 2 hours ago

Three NH High Schools Make Newsweek Best Schools List

The rankings were compiled using several metrics, including graduation rate, college enrollment rate, SAT and ACT scores, AP and IB scores.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Aug 19, 2015

Kimball Jenkins School of Art

Check out our most recent newsletter! via 1 Like 2 hours ago

St. Paul’s Rape Victim Faces Alleged Attacker

Report: Owen Labrie, a Vermont teen, will testify in his own defense at trial in Merrimack County Superior Court in Concord.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 19, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

Ed Summit: This Governor said teachers needed a ‘punch in the face.’ Unreal. #FITN #nhpoliticshttp://t.co/NPg16ALrpb via 1 Like 3 hours ago

Concord Police Log: Lighter Thrown at Officers Leads to Teen Arrests

Plus, woman arrested for allegedly punching boyfriend in the face, dragging him with vehicle; Deerfield man busted with pot on Ridge Road.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Aug 18, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

LTE: David Wheeler voted to defund Planned Parenthood, he “isn’t qualified” to be my executive councilor http://t.co/wJMVDLixQ9#nhpolitics via 3 hours ago

Winterberry Lane Goes for $240K

This and other homes sold in Concord recently.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 18, 2015

CYPN (@ConcordYP)

The sun is shining out at Beaver Meadow Golf Course-- join us for CYPN networking! RSVP athttp://t.co/4UvhrFx5BNhttp://t.co/hpDA4LMW6D via 1 Like 3 hours ago

GOP Lawmakers: Consequences of Budget Veto Mount for Cities, Town

Lawmakers address impact of budget stalemate with Gov. Hassan; Dems call working group a “dog and pony show.”By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 18, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

More from the Ed Summit: Record of Massive cuts to education and outrageous rhetoric. #FITN #nhpoliticshttp://t.co/XPHhqmh33Y via 3 hours ago

Red Sox Rhymes: Verses and Curses, with Fenway’s own Dick Flavin!

Fenway’s own Dick Flavin presents his new volume of verse at Gibson’s Bookstore, Thursday, October 8th, 2015, 7p.m. Free and open to public.By GIBSON’S BOOKSTORE (Open Post) Aug 19, 2015

Concord NH MainSt(@ConcordNHMainSt)

The northbound side of the 93 highway was closed Wednesday afternoon between exits 13 and 14. Traffic was being...http://t.co/xp8FTXsTvK via 1 Like 4 hours ago

Connect with Leading Businesses in Concord

Banking: AvailableEntertainment: AvailableFlorists: AvailableGeneral Contractors: AvailablePets: AvailableSchools: Welcome | NH Department of EducationGet listed

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

The seven candidates in NH today might as well be one - and one that is completely out of touch with Granite Staters. #FITN via 4 hours ago

Gibson’s Book Club reads Dept of Speculation, by Jenny Offill

Book club discussion at Gibson’s Bookstore, all are welcome, newcomers encouraged. Monday, October 5th, 2015, 7 p.m.By GIBSON’S BOOKSTORE (Open Post) Aug 19, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

The ReTrumplican Party clown car is rolling through NH today, busting at the seams with terrible ideas. http://t.co/cZxjsMSUb5/#FITN via 4 hours ago

Artist’s Legal Series - Entity Formation/Business Planning

Informal seminars for artists, focusing on legal issues. Kimberly Peaslee, Intellectual Property lawyer at Upton & Hatfield, will presenBy MARISSA RATTEE (Open Post) Aug 19, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

The ReTrumplican Party Storms the Granite State: Your Guide to Today’s Events in NHhttp://t.co/cZxjsMSUb5/ #FITN #nhpolitics via 1 Like 4 hours ago

Beyond the Caliper: Featuring the Art of Adelaide Murphy Tyrol

McGowan Fine Art announces the opening of “Beyond the Caliper,” through Oct. 9.ByMARISSA RATTEE (Open Post) Aug 18, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

Who said teachers needed a ‘punch in the face’? Check our GOP Candidate Flashcards:http://t.co/FqJcqDi4Uj/ #fitn via 4 hours ago

Eversource Proposes Burying Northern Pass Power Lines

Company unveils $3 billion “Forward NH Plan” to jumpstart clean energy project.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 18, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

GOP Flashcards: The Education Summit fun continues... with failed results from Jindal’s leadership. #FITNhttp://t.co/DY6SXJHCt3 via 4 hours ago

Cops: Man Bagged with Nearly $1,800 Worth of Stolen Items

Thomas Connor of Deerfield was arrested last month on theft charges; mom reportedly takes child, helps bail him out.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 17, 2015

NH HSEM (@NH_HSEM)

I93 NB at mm 38.2 by exit 14, both lanes are closed. Detour at exit 12. SB left lane by exit 14 is also closed. #sinkhole #nhsafety #readynh via 3 Likes 5 hours ago

Sales, Nursing, Retail, Managers, and More

There are more than 1,300 job listings on Concord NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 17, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

Couldn’t have said it better myself-Kasich and Bush: More Like Other Extreme GOP Candidates Than Perceivedhttp://t.co/n1KV42ue97 #FITN via 5 hours ago

Concord School Board Candidates Needed

Filing period begins Sept. 4; three at-large candidate slots to be decided; informational meeting set for Sept. 8.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 17, 2015

Sen. Cruz Participates in Roundtable Event Aug. 31

NH House Business Caucus, Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce sponsor fourth business roundtable with presidential candidates.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 17, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

No comment necessary --> Kasich: If I Were King, I’d Ban Teachers’ Lounges So They Can’t Complainhttp://t.co/8Pt4ojox9T #FITN #nhpolitics via 5 hours ago

Thinking of Buying a Tire Changer for your Automotive Shop?

Consider Phoenix Tire Changers: Built to last and affordableBy NHPROEQUIP (Open Post) Aug 18, 2015

NH Democratic Party(@NHDems)

Which Gov slashed billions from public schools while funneling mills to private schools? Check GOP Flashcards:http://t.co/FqJcqDi4Uj/ #fitn via 1 Like 5 hours ago

NHDES Declares Air Quality Action Day

Unhealthy air pollution levels predicted for Aug. 17, 18, around the Granite State, according to officials.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 17, 2015

AFP_NH (@AFP_NH)

RT if you agree with our volunteers, NH needs tax relief, not tax hikes! #nhpoliticshttp://t.co/F2tyFZrz5a via 8 Likes 5 hours ago

Pair Arrested by NHSP After Concord Traffic Stop

Michael Chouinard of Northwood and Edward O’Brien of Chichester face various charges.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 17, 2015

The Salvation Army/McKenna House

Thank you Dr. Furness for taking such great care of the shelter cat, Baby. via 5 hours ago

Eyes Of Animals: More Than Just Exotic Beauty

Animal eyes aren’t just for show; the various pupil shapes in nature tell all regarding the difference between predator and prey.By OLIVIA RITCHOTTE (Open Post) Aug 17, 2015

GraniteStateProgress(@ProgressNH)

Campbell Brown: Profiting from attacks on public schools & teachers #therealcampbellbrownhttp://t.co/T49RjMbq8o#EDlection2016 #FITN via 1 Like 6 hours ago

Concord Man Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Girl

Police: Karanda Pakasuk faces numerous charges including statutory rape after a 2014 incident.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 16, 2015

AFP_NH (@AFP_NH)

Tell @GovernorHassan that when small businesses thrive, we all get ahead.http://t.co/c7hKYEvmTe/#nhpolitics #NoHigherTaxes via 1 Like 6 hours ago

Test Results Show E. Coli Levels in Merrimack, Souhegan Rivers

A recent report showed significant differences between E. coli bacteria in the Merrimack and Souhegan Rivers.By NICHOLAS CARDOSO (Patch Staff) Aug 15, 2015

Looking for Work in Concord?

Let Patch help you find a job!By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 14, 2015