N.H. to give swine flu shot to high-risk cases Nov 24, 2009
Other deaths reported this year include a child in the Pelham area; a woman from Hillsborough County; and a man from Sullivan County. Montero said people who are not in high-risk groups are calling for appointments, as well as people from several other states. (Boston Globe)
Head of Child Advocacy Center honored Nov 7, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- The founder and executive director of the Child Advocacy Center of Hillsborough County is being honored for her commitment to help children affected by abuse and neglect in New Hampshire. Kristie Palestino is this year's winner of the Attorney General's Task Force on Children Abuse and Neglect's Dr. Roger M. Fossum award. (Concord Monitor)
NH's largest city beefing up police patrols Oct 29, 2009
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department and Manchester police are reviewing their responses to the shooting death of Melissa Charbonneau by her estranged husband, Jonathan Charbonneau, who killed himself. Melissa Charbonneau had obtained a temporary restraining order against her husband in which he was to surrender any firearms, including the hunting gun she said he kept in his closet. (Concord Monitor)
NH Executive Council approves 4 judges Oct 9, 2009
In August, Lynch nominated to the court Hillsborough County Attorney Marguerite Wageling of Manchester, Richard McNamara of Bedford, David Garfunkel of Canterbury, and Jacalyn Colburn of Concord. Colburn and Garfunkel are to be sworn in Friday. (Concord Monitor)
NH's deer hunt outlook shows increase Oct 6, 2009
Last year, Rockingham County led all counties with 1,990 deer taken, trailed by Grafton County's 1,780 and Hillsborough County's 1,564. Kent Gustafson of the department says the conditions favored good fawn production and survival, which bodes well for hunting season. (Concord Monitor)
2d memorial for firefighters unveiled Oct 5, 2009
As a precaution police, planned to increase patrols in the Hillsborough County area. Anyone with information may call the New Hampshire State Police at 603-271-3636. (Boston Globe)
Former NH prosecutor admits mortgage fraud Oct 1, 2009
Paula Philbrook of Brookline, a former Hillsborough County prosecutor in Nashua, admitted she obtained over $600,000 in mortgage financing to construct two homes after falsely inflating her income on loan applications. The 41-year-old Philbrook pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court to one count of wire fraud. (Concord Monitor)
1 dies in NH collision Sep 26, 2009
Police say 19-year-old Augusto Simoes of Hillsborough was driving east on Route 202 Thursday afternoon when he lost control of his car and slid into the path of a westbound SUV driven by 47-years-old Robert Mercurio. Mercurio, of Whitesboro, N.Y., was flown to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, where he died of his injuries. (Concord Monitor)
Charges dropped against former NH bookkeeper Sep 22, 2009
The Telegraph reports Assistant Hillsborough County Attorney Leslie Gill dropped the charges earlier this month. Gill declined to comment on the reasons for dropping the case Monday, except to say that there wasn't enough evidence to support the charges. (Concord Monitor)
Taking control of fears about EEE, H1N1 Sep 18, 2009
A Hillsborough County woman dies of H1N1 (swine) flu. Three mosquitoes in North Hampton test positive for EEE, two mosquitoes test positive in Newfields and every town on the Seacoast is added to the state's watch list for the disease. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Ted Goble, 84; spiritual man became career FBI agent Sep 17, 2009
In addition to his wife, his two sons, and his sister, Mr. Goble leaves two other sons, Kevin of Barnstead, N.H., and Quentin of Concord, N.H.; four daughters, Nancy Shotland of Keene, N.H.; Amy Richards of Hillsborough, Calif. Sarah Bradley of Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (Boston Globe)
Member of NH's Recycled Percussion investigated Sep 12, 2009
Marguerite Wageling, Hillsborough County Attorney, said Thursday her office has been asked to consult and review an investigation by Manchester police regarding Spencer, who has not been charged with any crime. The group, which started up in New Hampshire in 1995, uses found objects as percussion instruments and has made the final round of the NBC show. (Concord Monitor)
NH gov to nominate 4 to superior court Aug 19, 2009
The nominees are 52-year-old Hillsborough County Attorney Marguerite Wageling of Manchester, 59-year-old Richard McNamara of Bedford, 63-year-old David Garfunkel of Canterbury and 48-year-old Jacalyn Colburn of Concord. McNamara will be the first justice of the state's new business court. (Concord Monitor)
NH reports first swine-flu related death Aug 18, 2009
The state's Department of Health and Human Services says the 22-year-old woman from Hillsborough County had other health problems that may have contributed to her death. It is New Hampshire's first swine-flu related death. (Concord Monitor)
NH woman cops plea in drug case Aug 2, 2009
The Nashua Telegraph says Maria Diaz was scheduled to go on trial last week in Hillsborough County Superior Court. The 47-year-old Diaz agreed to plead guilty to lesser drug conspiracy charges rather than stand trial on a drug enterprise leader charge. (Concord Monitor)
NH gov signs bill creating cold-case unit Jul 30, 2009
Peyton Hinkle of Hillsborough, the bill's main sponsor, said he was inspired to request the unit because of an unsolved 1973 double-murder of two teenage girls in Candia. The law took effect immediately. (Concord Monitor)
Flood watches issued for southern NH Jul 25, 2009
Flood watches will be in effect until 3 p.m. Friday from southern Grafton and Carroll counties to the south and until 10 a.m. for Cheshire and Hillsborough Counties. WMUR is reporting between 1. (Concord Monitor)
Flash flood watch posted in NH Jul 4, 2009
The watch is in effect through Friday evening in Cheshire and Hillsborough Counties. Forecasters expect more showers and thunderstorms in the region, which could bring downpours of one to two inches. (Concord Monitor)
Review faults prosecutor in NH offender release Jul 4, 2009
But Hillsborough County Attorney Marguerite Wageling said the review, written by Senior Superior Court Justice Bruce Mohl, was an attempt to distance the court from the problem ... Earlier this year, Hillsborough County Superior Court judges freed three offenders after they finished their prison sentences. (Concord Monitor)
Yankee Ultralight Flyers to host Fly-In in Greenland Jul 2, 2009
Be sure to bring your appetite, as Angelinos Sausage House of Hillsborough will be on-site to serve his famous sausages and other fantastic summer cuisine. So Fly, Walk, Drive or ride to Greenland July 10 through the 12. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Flood advisory issued for Seacoast area Jun 30, 2009
National Weather Service doppler radar indicated a line of thunderstorms producing very heavy rainfall over Merrimack and Hillsborough counties. These storms are moving slowly to the northeast at 10 mph; 1 to 2 inches of rain is possible as these storms move across the area over the next few hours. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
8 NH communities receive funds for school safety Jun 17, 2009
The communities are Hopkinton, Boscawen, Allenstown, Bristol, Concord, Hillsborough, Rochester and Warner. Federal funds reimburse communities for 100 percent of their eligible project expenses. (Concord Monitor)
Giuda exploring 2nd District run in NH Jun 16, 2009
Giuda, a Republican from Warren, made the announcement Sunday at the Hillsborough County GOP Flag Day Picnic, WNTK radio reported. Giuda is the first Republican to declare an official intention to run for the seat now held by Democrat Paul Hodes, who is running for U.S. Senate. (Concord Monitor)
America's 'Top 100 Family Campgrounds' Announced by ReserveAmerica May 23, 2009
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Severe thunderstorm warning in effect Saturday night May 10, 2009
Rockingham, Belknap, Carroll, Cheshire, Coos, Grafton, Hillsborough, Merrimack, Strafford, Sullivan. For more information, visit. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Inmate hangs in NH jail May 2, 2009
MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) -- Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate who was found hanging in his cell at the Hillsborough County jail in Manchester, N.H.. Corrections officials say 53-year-old Andrew Connors of Brookline was found shortly after 2:30 Friday morning. (Concord Monitor)
Former NH town treasurer due back in court Apr 28, 2009
Meanwhile, proceedings stemming from charges last year against Seymour are ongoing in Hillsborough County Superior Court. Jury selection is scheduled to start on June 1. (Concord Monitor)
Sci Fi convention planner in NH indicted Apr 28, 2009
The Telegraph reports that 36-year-old Shane Senter is to be arraigned Friday in Hillsborough County Superior Court on two counts of theft and four counts of unfair or deceptive business practices. Senter was the owner of JumpCon LLC, and tried to organize a series of science fiction conventions with celebrity guests. (Concord Monitor)
NH judge nixes drugs found in search Apr 15, 2009
Hicks ruled while sitting as a judge in Hillsborough County Superior Court. Supreme Court justices have been helping out in the lower courts due to a shortage of judges. (Concord Monitor)
Fire Danger high in southern NH Apr 14, 2009
The National Weather Service has posted a Red Flag warning in Cheshire and Hillsborough Counties until Monday evening. That means the combination of low humidity and high winds would make it easy for outdoor fires to spread quickly. (Concord Monitor)
Native garden tour Apr 13, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009. You don't have to head for the hills to see exuberant displays of poppies, lupine, monkey flowers, ceanothus, and other native plants at their bloomin' best. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Sex offender case dismissed, but he won't go free Apr 11, 2009
In her ruling Friday, Hillsborough County Superior Court Judge Gillian Abramson noted that when restraining orders are dismissed because of missed deadlines, victims can refile requests ... The prosecutor who brought all three petitions, Hillsborough County Attorney Marguerite Wageling, would not comment Friday on her interpretation of the ruling. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Flooding possible in NH, but expected to be minor Apr 7, 2009
The National Weather Service has posted flood watches for all of the state except southern and southwestern Hillsborough and Cheshire counties. Some people living along the Suncook River in Pembroke were taking precautions anyway. (Concord Monitor)
NH liquor commission wants a huge makeover Apr 6, 2009
According to the commission, northern Coos County has 3 percent of the state's 21-and-older population and 8 percent of the stores, while Hillsborough County, which includes Manchester and Nashua, has 30 percent of all legal customers and 22 percent of the stores. New Hampshire's two worst-performing stores are in small northern towns. (Concord Monitor)
Fired NH deputy's lawsuit headed back to court Apr 4, 2009
A Hillsborough County jury agreed with MacKenzie and awarded him $500,000, but a judge later threw out the verdict. Ruling on MacKenzie's appeal Friday, the state Supreme Court said it agreed with the decision to throw out the wrongful termination verdict. (Concord Monitor)
Highlights of NH House's proposed budget Apr 4, 2009
- $17 million for asbestos abatement in the Hillsborough County Superior Courthouse in Manchester. House, Lynch agree. (Concord Monitor)
NH chapel added to historic register Apr 3, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- The Union Chapel in Hillsborough, N.H., has been placed on the National Register for Historic Places. Built in 1886-1887 by the Ladies Aid Society, the chapel is an example of a Victorian building combining the Stick and Queen Anne styles. (Concord Monitor)
NH to get $60 million for water projects Mar 25, 2009
The communities of Portsmouth, Farmington, Jaffrey, Newport and Hillsborough are on the list for wastewater projects. . (Concord Monitor)
Strong start will be crucial for UNH hockey team Mar 24, 2009
Any wonder that fans from Hillsborough to Hampton are feeling frustrated. "I feel the same way," said center Peter LeBlanc, who was a freshman on the 2007 team that lost to Miami, 2-1. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NH's Coos County has highest unemployment in state Mar 11, 2009
6 percent in Hillsborough County. New Hampshire is still doing better than the country as a whole, which has about 8 percent unemployment. (Concord Monitor)
NH jail officials say they averted inmate uprising Mar 8, 2009
In court records, officials say Brooks was the ringleader of a serious plot to take over a unit of the Hillsborough County House of Corrections, hoping to take guards as hostages. Brooks is charged with helping his father, millionaire John Brooks, plan the murder of Derry handyman Jack Reid. (Concord Monitor)
2 of Mass. child support's '10 Most Wanted' found Mar 4, 2009
Authorities said Grenier will complete his sentence in Hillsborough County Jail before returning to Massachusetts. It could not immediately be determined if the men had legal counsel. (Concord Monitor)
Driver has heart attack; car hits pizzeria Mar 4, 2009
Methuen native Eric Alphe Grenier, second on the list, is being held in Hillsborough County Jail in New Hampshire following a conviction on assault charges. He owes $188,733, according to the department. (Boston Globe)
Man Claims Devil Made Him Hit Pedestrian Mar 4, 2009
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office booking photo of Stephen David Seal ... The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office reports that Stephen David Seal, 50, was arrested Sunday after driving his Ford F-150 at the 23-year-old victim, who Seal claimed not to know. (News4Jax.com, FL)
NH woman says health budget cut could kill her Feb 21, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- A Hillsborough woman says one of Gov. John Lynch's proposed budget cuts might kill her. Judy Dufield gets about $170 per month from the state Catastrophic Illness Program. (Concord Monitor)
ODU Men's Soccer Signs Seven for 2009 Season Feb 20, 2009
Brandon Ricker (Pembroke, N.H.), Yannick Smith (Hillsborough, N.J.) and Sean Stowe (Midlothian, Va ... Yannick Smith will also join the attack for Coach Dawson, out of Hillsborough, New Jersey. (Odusports.com)
NH House rejects education amendment Feb 19, 2009
A lawsuit over kindergarten funding is pending in Hillsborough County Superior Court, where Hudson officials are calling a 2007 law requiring all districts to offer free kindergarten an unfunded mandate. The House rejected the amendment Wednesday by a vote of 231-117. (Concord Monitor)
NH man wanted on sex charge goes to police Feb 17, 2009
Legendre is being held at the Hillsborough County House of Corrections pending his arraignment in Manchester District Court. . (Concord Monitor)
Nashua mayor seeks change to NH right-to-know law Feb 10, 2009
A Hillsborough County Superior Court judge later said the meeting violated the state's right-to-know law, which is aimed at protecting the public's right to observe government business. Now, Mayor Donnalee Lozeau has asked lawmakers representing the city to sponsor a bill that would allow for such meetings. (Concord Monitor)
The Power Directory Feb 9, 2009
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Public kindergarten available everywhere but N.H. town Feb 8, 2009
The state is offering extra money to districts starting kindergarten programs, but not enough, according to the town's lawsuit in Hillsborough County Superior Court. The school board estimates that kindergarten would cost more than $1 million the first year in a school system with an operating budget of about $42 million this year. (USA Today -- News)
