🌱 Salem Daily: Obits; Dogs Are Back; Chamber Notes; More

Good morning, Salem! Tony Schinella here. It's Saturday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on around town today.

First, today's weather:

A snow squall this afternoon. High: 37 Low: 17.

Here are the top stories today in Salem:

1. George Birkmaier | News, Sports, Jobs (Nashua Telegraph)
2. Missing Teens Found; 13 Netted On Drug Charges; More: PM Patch NH
3. Budget Writers Question Doorway Program Success And Hampstead Hospital Staffing (InDepth NH)
4. A Home Overlooking Little Harbor And The Piscataqua River: NH Wow
5. Obituary: William J. McDermott | Obituaries (Conway Daily Sun)
6. NH COVID vaccine sites changing hours in Rochester, Stratham, and more around state (Seacoastonline.com)
7. Andre Montminy Obituary (1943 - 2022) - Pelham, NH - Lowell Sun (Legacy.com)
8. Adoptable dogs return to Salem shelter | New Hampshire (Eagle-Tribune)

Today in Salem:

• Winter Voyages - New Hampshire Philharmonic (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Salem Animal Rescue League: "We have BIG NEWS! Dogs are back at SARL! Check out our adoptable dogs here https://www.sarlnh.org/available-dogs, and be sure to read about our adoption process and fees here https://www.sarlnh.org/adopt. If you see a dog that interests ..." (Facebook)
• Salem Animal Rescue League: "Check out this front-page story in The Eagle-Tribune today about SARL getting dogs again! https://www.eagletribune.com/news/new_hampshire/adoptable-dogs-return-to-salem-shelter/article_a480eda8-9011-11ec-b013-974009f1dfca.html?fbclid=IwA..." (Facebook)
• Salem Animal Rescue League: "Blake and Jake were adopted by a very nice couple that had both grown up with cats in their home. Blake and Jake will be there first fur babies together. Jake enjoyed the cuddles he received and Blake, who has been quieter at the shelter..." (Facebook)
• Lancaster Elementary School: "Congratulations to our Friday STARS ⭐️ Great work! Hunter G. and Ashley C. were two other STARS as well 😊" (Facebook)
• North Salem School: "A beautiful rainbow over North Salem! Have a wonderful weekend. 🌈 Thank you Mrs. O'Neill for the beautiful picture." (Facebook)
• St. Joseph’s Regional Catholic: "We finished out our Valentine’s week with our 8th grade/1st grade buddies enjoying an afternoon of painting. Here at St. Joe’s each 8th grader is partnered with a 1st grader for the year. The older students take their younger “buddies” ..." (Instagram)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "It is nice to see all the love for the residents at Warde Senior Living ! #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #loveourseniors" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "A big thank you to T-BONES and Cactus Jack's for visiting Salem on Random Acts of Kindness Day and giving out gift certificates at Maddie's, ROMANOS PIZZERIA OF SALEM N.H, Chili's Grill & Bar, Ellie's Farmhouse, Yang Ming and Ralphie's C..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Who is going to stop by our member, Crack'd Kitchen & Coffee, tomorrow night? Sounds like a great deal for a meal!!!! #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Did you know you may sample a treat at our member, Candy Break Store? They are located on Route 38 (Bridge Street) in Pelham. #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Thank you to everyone who voted for our member, Farmhouse Roasters , for the best coffee in NH. Farmhouse Roasters came in #3 in the contest! Their coffee is roasted by the owner. We know they are #1 for everyone who loves them. #wickeda..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Mark your calendar for a fun time at our member, Pica's Pub & Grill!! #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Are you looking for a great place to have brunch? Check out our member, LaBelle Winery, for a delicious option this weekend. #wickedawesomember #grsalemnhchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #LoveLocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "There are so many great vendors at the Salem, NH Farmers Market! Check them out this Sunday, 10am to 1pm, at LaBelle Winery. #wickedawesomemembers #grsalemnhchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Salem Community Television: "Fire Chief Larry Best describes Warrant Article 9 Land Acquisition for West Side Fire Station $4,800,000 and the potential future West Side Fire Station, if acquired. This show includes aerial video footage, response time maps and fire s..." (Facebook)
• Kelley Library: "Lego Builders Thursday Feb 24 at 4:30 PM. This program is for children ages 5-8. Build a new LEGO creation every other week. Make up your own creation or try to build the challenge of the week. This week's challenge will be to build a ro..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "As you start to make your party plans, be sure to contact our member, Sugar Rim Mobile Bartending, for helping you with your event. Contact them early on to save the date! #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovel..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Are you thinking about putting up the St. Patrick's Day decorations? Our member, Whimsy Wreath Design Co, LLC, has a great selection available online. http://whimsywreathdesignco.co... #wickedawesomemember #grsalemnhchamberofcommerce #Supp..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Registration for Flight Night @ Birch Wood ends Sunday! https://conta.cc/3gYQnPW" (Facebook)
• Salem School District Television: "Rewatch the Salem School District Deliberative Session for information on the school school district warrant articles." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Mark your calendar: Free Small Business Day Webinar on March 11th, from, Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire. #grsalemchamberofcommerce" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Some delicious specials are available at our member, Old School Bar & Grill! #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Sounds like a great time for your child during vacation week! Contact our member, Angels Sewing and Quilting! #supportlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Check out our member, Skill Samurai, for help with your child struggling in school. #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "The residents at The Residence at Salem Woods - Salem, NH are all #1 in our books. Check out their Olympic Medals. #wickedawesomember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #loveourseniors #Olympics2022" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "It's the February 18th Friday Flyer - How 'bout that right there! https://conta.cc/3gWUI6n" (Facebook)

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— Tony Schinella

About me: Award-winning journalist and broadcaster for Patch.com in NH (off and on) since June 2011. Community coverage includes Concord, Hampton-North Hampton, Merrimack, Nashua, Portsmouth, and Salem. Reachable at tony.schinella@patch.com. Career highlights available on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/an...