Merrimack News Roundup: Crashes, Fires, and More

Nearby News: Drug Dragnet, Crazy Crime, Car Crashes, and More

Plus, mourning a fallen officer, civil employee, school rankings, pols licking cameras, and when can dogs go on the beach?By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 16, 2015

UNH Graduation: 3,000 Earn Degrees

Nashua’s Ryan Pitts, who earned the Medal of Honor for his heroics in a 2008 Afghanistan battle, delivered the commencement address.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)May 16, 2015

Merrimack Home of the Week: 445 South Baboosic Lake Road

Waterfront property on Baboosic Lake.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 16, 2015

Fire Destroys Home in Merrimack

Firefighters, mutual aid, called to Greatstone Drive to battle blaze last night.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 16, 2015

Man Injured in Everett Turnpike Crash in Merrimack

Merrimack Fire and Rescue teams, police, troopers assist at the scene; both directions of the roadway were closed for about 30 minutes.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 15, 2015

Check Out These Open Houses this Weekend

Merrimack NH Patch has listings online.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 15, 2015

Postal Workers, Supporters Hold Picket

Workers say, mail delays, reduced service standards and shuttering of mail sorting facilities will hurt seniors, small business.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 15, 2015

World War II Veterans Memorial Dedication on Memorial Day

You are cordially invited to the dedication of the WWII Veterans Memorial on Memorial Day, May 25th at 3:00 pm.By BOY SCOUT TROOP 424 (Open Post)May 15, 2015

Daniels Praises Signing of Lyme Disease Awareness Month Bill

HB 363 designates May as May Lyme Disease Awareness month.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 14, 2015

May Showers Could be Heading to Merrimack

The weekend could be a mix of showers and sun for New Hampshire, according to weather forecasters.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 14, 2015

New Homes on the Market in Merrimack

Zillow.com has the latest listings online.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 14, 2015COMMUNITY CORNER

Anheuser-Busch Merrimack Brewery Hosts New England’s Largest Drum Solo

The Anheuser-Busch Merrimack Brewery is hosting New England’s largest drum solo event, Drum Fun.By NMOSHTAGH (Open Post)May 15, 2015

Learn How to Use LinkedIn Effectively on May 21

The Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts business event with Professor Robert Nadeau of Plymouth State University.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 14, 2015

Community Blood Drive at Wasserman Park - Saturday, June 6th

Help save a life on Saturday, June 6th!By MERRIMACK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT (Open Post)May 15, 2015

Nominations Sought for 2015 Governor’s Arts Awards

Awards are a part of the five decade celebration of the Granite State supporting its arts community.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 14, 2015

Nashua Man Arrested for OUI

Merrimack Police: James Harsh was driving in a vehicle on one rim on Daniel Webster Highway.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 13, 2015

Bicycle Rodeo and Safety Check

Come on out Sunday May 17th to a bike safety rodeo! Bring your bikes and helmets and come to learn the tricks and rules of riding!By KEVIN BERUBE (Open Post)May 15, 2015

Merrimack Arrests, Tractor Topples, Rec Fun, and More

Some of the posts and stories so far this week on Merrimack NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 13, 2015

Merrimack Fails to Make Grade in Top 10 High Schools in NH

Hopkinton High School was No. 1 in the state in U.S. News’ 2015 Best High Schools report.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)May 13, 2015

Marshals: Meth Dealer Fails to Appear

Jarod Leroux is this week’s Fugitive of the Week. Have you seen him?By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 13, 2015

Milford Man Arrested for Drunk Driving

Merrimack Police arrest Stephen Leonard on Daniel Webster Highway.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 12, 2015

Look at What has Sold in Merrimack Recently

Zillow.com has the latest listings online.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 12, 2015

New Hampshire Not So Bike-Friendly

Only two Granite State cities earned the “Bicycle Friendly Communities” designation.ByJASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff)May 12, 2015

Learn to Swim with the American Red Cross

Swim Lessons Begin on June 22ndBy MERRIMACK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT (Open Post)May 13, 2015

NH Reps Highlight Mental Health Bill

Guinta, Kuster met with about 100 mental health advocates, experts, and professionals from across the Granite State.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 12, 2015

Youth Tennis Lessons at Wasserman Park

Tennis Lessons Start on June 29thBy MERRIMACK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT (Open Post)May 13, 2015

Nearly 6,100 Job Listings Online

Merrimack NH Patch has employment opportunities here.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 12, 2015

Lunchtime Lecture Series: Tick, Lyme Disease

FREE Lunchtime Lecture Series on Tick and Lyme Disease PreventionBy MERRIMACK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT (Open Post)May 13, 2015

Merrimack First Responders Rescue Man

Man got stuck under a tractor on Sunday on Coles Rock Road.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 11, 2015KIDS & FAMILY

Raising Money for the March of Dimes

Area residents can walk with March of Dimes to raise money for a good causeByKAITLYN BUSCONE (Open Post)May 12, 2015

Merrimack Man Gets Caught in Nashua Drug Dragnet

Tips by residents lead to charges after Narcotics Division investigated distribution of heroin, crack cocaine, and marijuana in the city.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 11, 2015

Apartments, Homes to Rent in Merrimack

Looking for a new place to live? Here are some options.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 11, 2015

Help Us Celebrate: Merrimack Motivators Charter

Toastmasters International proudly announces the charter of a new club in Merrimack New Hampshire. The Merrimack Motivators Club.By MERRIMACK MOTIVATORS (Open Post)May 11, 2015

Two Indicted on Heroin Charges in Merrimack

Plus, teen charged with stalking, Hudson woman faces cocaine sales charge, and California woman indicted for credit card fraud.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 10, 2015

Are There Thunderstorms in the Forecast?

This week’s weather for Merrimack and the rest of the Granite State, including an update on what Ana will bring.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 10, 2015

Arrests in Merrimack, Fire Info, Business Notes, and More

Some of the posts and stories on Merrimack NH Patch last week.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)May 10, 2015