Merrimack's Week in Review: Rec Fun, Politics, Arrests, and More

Rent Unaffordable for Average Worker in NH

A study shows New Hampshire workers must make $20.54 an hour to afford rent in the state, more than the $14 average renter’s salary.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 26, 2015

Nearby News: Deadly Crashes, Guarding Recruitment Centers, and Flashers Arrested

Plus, no welfare cash for tattoos or cigarettes, strangler caught, freezer fire extinguished, sobriety checkpoint arrests, and teens busted.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 2015

Merrimack NH Police(@MerrimackPD)

Great news! Freddie has been located in Nashua and is safe. Thank you to everyone who shared!

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Manchester Man Arrested on Assault Charges

Merrimack Police allege that Felipe Olinger assaulted his girlfriend twice.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack NH Police(@MerrimackPD)

Police need your help locating a missing Merrimack man. Freddie Smith, 47 years old, of Baboosic Lake Rd. has... http://t.co/gmCcPpwu3F

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Check Out Portside Drive, Other Homes this Weekend

Here are the open house listings on Merrimack NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Chamber of Commerce

We had a great Summer evening of fun and networking by the pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites. A big Thank You to The Able Ebenezer Brewing Company and The Common Man Merrimack for making this PM...

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Looking for Work? There are 6,000+ Jobs Listed on Patch

Here are some of the available employment opportunities in and around Merrimack.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack NH Lions

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UNH Poll: 60 Percent of Granite Staters Favor Legalizing Recreational Pot

The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found the strongest support for legalization can be found among liberals (77 percent).By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Rotary Club of Merrimack

Rotary recognizes and appreciates #Merrimack businesses! Congratulations to KinderCare in #Merrimack on DW Highway! Yesterday, Jennifer DeMaggio (Center Director) accepted the Merrimack Rotary’s...

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Check Out Nathan Hale Lane, Other Merrimack Homes

A roundup of homes that are currently on the market.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Professional Firefighters of Merrimack IAFF Local 2904

We are now accepting ONLINE registration and payments to Surviving the Insult with Lt. William Greenwood on August 18th, 2015.

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67 State Reps to Governor: Let Guardsmen Carry Guns

In the wake of Tennessee shootings, private citizens guarding recruitment centers, elected officials are calling for a change in NH policy.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack NH Lions

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Merrimack Weather: Messy Weekend Weather Expected

But there might be one day in there that is good.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Parks and Recreation

Voting is now closed in the 2015 PetSafe® Bark for Your Park contest. You barked loud and you barked proud! Now it’s almost time to see which dogs will have their day and win the dog park of their...

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Study: If You Work in Metro Boston, You Should Live in NH

Lower taxes, lower crime, lower housing expenses add up to a better quality of life, according to analysis by HSH.com.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Cardinals

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Merrimack Friends and Families Donates Charitable Funds

The org has donated $4,130 to the Merrimack Parks and Recreation, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH, and the dog park effort.By MFF (Open Post) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Police Department

Public meeting announcement from NHDOT re: Improvements to NH Route 101A The New Hampshire Department of Transportation announces a combined Public Officials/Public Informational Meeting has been...

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Milford Man Charged with Damaging Former Spouse’s Car

Merrimack Police arrest Richard Buckman after incident in district court parking lot.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Department of Public Works

NHDOT is hosting a Public Information Meeting on Monday July 27 at 7:00 PM in the Matthew Thornton Room at Town Hall to seek input into the proposed widening of Route 101A between Craftsman Lane...

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Arrests, School Notes, Politics, and Fun

Some of the posts and stories so far this week on Merrimack NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015

How to Sell Yourself Without Being too ‘Salesly’

Prepare for behavioral interview questions using the STAR Method.By DAVID TRIPPETT (Open Post) Jul 22, 2015

‘Violent’ NH Fugitive Sought

New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is looking for first-degree assaulter Charles James Sally Jr. on a parole violation.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015

Academy of Notre Dame Athletes Honored

Students from Merrimack, New Boston, and Wilton receive awards at banquet.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015

Merrimack Public Library

Superhero fanatics ages 3-8 are invited to Superhero Smash on Monday, July 27th at 3 PM. Wear your superhero gear and come ready for activities and stories packed with a superpowered punch! Sign up...

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Sold! Beebe Lane Goes for $435K

The latest properties that are off the market in Merrimack.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015

YMCA of Greater Nashua

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Join us at Camp Sargent for our Summer Carnival from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. There will be Games, Food, Petting Zoo, BBQ Lunch, Bounce House, Face Painting, a...

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NH Drug Czar Offers Opioid Crisis Recommendations

Jack Wozmak issues 22 points to strengthen Granite State efforts to combat heroin, substance abuse problems.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Parks and Recreation

Today is the last day to vote for Merrimack in the Bark For Your Park Contest. We will find out at some point next week if we win!

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Results: Trump Tops GOP By Big Margin, Sanders Edges Out Clinton

Results taken from the poll on Sunday 7/19 to Tuesday 7/21By THE YOUNG INDEPENDENT (Open Post) Jul 21, 20151Patch LocalStream

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts

Pictures from the two week program offered by TMC for high schoolers

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New Hampshire to Welfare Recipients: No More Pot, Tattoos Or Smoke

The new law goes into effect in two months.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015

Merrimack Cardinals

Thank you to everyone that came tonight for the final paperwork drop off and first football equipment pick up! Any final paperwork questions or concerns please emailProgram@merrimackcardinals.org...

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Freezer Fire Contained in Merrimack

Fire and rescue teams were sent to Shaw’s Supermarket on Daniel Webster Highway on Monday.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream

Professional Firefighters of Merrimack IAFF Local 2904

Heres the flyer for our upcoming class in August! Please share!

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RE/MAX INTEGRA, New England June 2015 Housing Report

The lively summer housing market is in full swing in New England.By MEGANM (Open Post) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Police Department

Judging cupcakes @merrimacklibnh...Awesome job, super creative and very tasty!

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Mall of New Hampshire Hosts Kidgits Christmas in July!

Celebrate Christmas in the Summer at the Mall of New Hampshire!ByTEAMLAURENCALENDAR (Open Post) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Cardinals

Tonight!!! Tell your friends. Tell your neighbors!!!!

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Cops: Drunk Driving Teen Kicked Police Officer

Merrimack Police: Nicholas Simmons was arrested for OUI after driving drunk near the Merrimack Premium Outlets Mall.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Parks and Recreation

Spring / Summer 2015

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Jobs in the Healthcare Field in Merrimack

Anthem, Genesis Healthcare, and other employers have openings.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Chamber of Commerce

Ribbon Cutting at Tommy Hilfiger Kids http://conta.cc/1Ki1cId

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Groton Wellness Welcomes Dr. Le Santha Naidoo, DO

Dr. of Osteopathy joins Groton WellnessBy CHRISTINE HABERMANN (Open Post) Jul 21, 2015

Merrimack Tomahawks Wrestling

Just a reminder to all MHS Wrestlers, we have a Team Paintball Game and BBQ on Sunday, August 9th. Cost is $28/wrestler (includes all gear and 500 paintballs) - please let Coach McMahon know ASAP...

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Winter Break Alternative Fundraising Help

Help me with fundraising for an upcoming service trip to Vineland,NJBy BGREENLAND (Open Post) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Parks and Recreation

From Naticook Day Camp Talent Show - Quality isn’t great unfortunately.

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How Dependent Is New Hampshire On The Federal Government?

A new study breaks it down.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Cardinals

Oh man! Only 2 more weeks left till practice starts!!!!!! I am so excited! Our brand new home jerseys were previewed last night at the board meeting and they are snazzy!!!!

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Which Presidential Candidates Support Same-Sex Marriage?

Find out which 2016 Presidential Candidates support the Supreme Court’s ruling on Same-Sex Marriage and who does notBy THE YOUNG INDEPENDENT (Open Post) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Parks and Recreation

The weather for Wednesday Nights Concert featuring the Reminisants looks to be perfect. Come one come all to hear one of the best Oldies Bands in New England at Abbie Griffin Park from 6 - 8 pm on...

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Police: Elderly Man Exposed Himself in Merrimack

Roy Neuberger was arrested on a warrant after an incident on Reeds Ferry Way on Monday.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 19, 2015Patch LocalStream

Merrimack Parks and Recreation

Events included the Talent Show, Have a Ball Game Show, Touch & Truck & More

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The Week in Review: Arrests, Politics, Arts, and More

Some of the posts and stories last week on Merrimack NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 19, 20150Patch LocalStream

Arts In Reach (AIR)

SongWorks Concert was a huge success. The teen performers did a stunning job! Huge thank you to our 2015 Musical Team for their hard work and enthusiasm: Roxanne O’Connor, Elissa Margolin Andrea...

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