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24 September, 2021

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Morning, Merrimack! Let's get you all caught up to start this Friday, Sept. 24 off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Merrimack? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Rain until evening. High: 73 Low: 54. Here are the top stories in Merrimack today: Home Prices In Merrimack Area Continue To RiseWeekend High School Sports Roundup For Merrimack AreaUNH volleyball: Sullivan impresses as Wildcats fall short over the weekend (The New Hampshire)Merrimack Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Weekend Monique Pepin Obituary (2021) - Boscawen, NH - Concord Monitor (Legacy.com)Merrimack Weekend Weather Forecast Kenneth E. Fales, 57 | Obituaries (The Laconia Daily Sun) NH's fall season expected to draw 3.2M visitors (Yahoo News) Citizens Turn Out Seeking Fair Political Boundaries at Dover Meeting (InDepthNH.org) High-schoolers plan 'climate strike' on Friday | Local News (Conway Daily Sun) Today's Merrimack Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Merrimack! Today in Merrimack: Harry Potter - Family Trivia Night (6:30 AM) Town Center Committee meeting - Town of Merrimack (12:00 PM) Fall Community Blood Drive (2:00 PM) Merrimack Patch Notebook Professional Firefighters of Merrimack IAFF Local 2904: "Today a wet down ceremony was held for our new Engines 1 and 2 at their respective stations and they were placed into service. We would like to thank the town and the citizens for the continued support!" (Facebook) Merrimack Fire Rescue: "Thank you to all who attended our ceremony this afternoon. The event is a tradition celebrated by fire departments to commission new fire apparatus by anointing it with water sprayed from the retiring truck ceremoniously passing the torc..." (Facebook) Merrimack Tomahawks Wrestling: "For those excited and anticipating this upcoming season, here's a sneak peek of the 2021-22 preliminary season!! https://tomahawksports.bigteams.com/main/teamschedule/id/3794331/seasonid/4636631" (Facebook) YMCA of Greater Nashua: "MY Y STORY: MARTHA O'NEILL Martha O'Neill has hit an astounding milestone. She has swam 5,500 miles in the Merrimack Y pool. Read her story below and be sure to send her congratulations in the comments section. Great job Martha! You're i..." (Facebook) Merrimack Department of Public Works: "The Wastewater Treatment Facility has begun construction on Sludge Holding Tank #2." (Facebook) SJN Merrimack: "From Fr. Rob's Handbook on a Life in Christ. St. Paul describes this as "faith working through love." By the strength that comes from the Gospel, we are to see, love, and serve Christ in our neighbor. #LifeinChrist #FrRobsHandbook" (Facebook) Merrimack Public Library: "New Hampshire was once a hotbed of abolistionist activity. But the state has had its struggles with slavery, with Portsmouth serving as a slave-trade hub for New England. Join us on Zoom to learn more! https://merrimacklibrary.org/events..." (Facebook) Merrimack TV: "Game added! We're going to cover the Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball game this Monday September 27th at 5pm. The previously scheduled LIVE Varsity game will begin immediately following JV game. Both games are vs. Concord High School. You..." (Facebook) Miss Merrimack Scholarship Program: "The deadline is almost here. Submit your materials today." (Facebook) Rotary Club of Merrimack: "This morning the Club played "Spin the Wheel" for Happy Fines and heard an awesome biographical presentation from Jon Eriquezzo. Then it heard from today's guest speaker - Chip Pollard the part owner of "Station 101." Station 101 touts a..." (Facebook) Merrimack Public Library: "New Hampshire was once a hotbed of abolistionist activity. But the state has had its struggles with slavery, with Portsmouth serving as a slave-trade hub for New England. Join us on Zoom to learn more! https://merrimacklibrary.org/event..." (Instagram) YMCA of Greater Nashua: "HIRING PARTY: We want you to join our team. We have a number of current openings we're filling. Those hired at the event can earn a $250 sign-on bonus after 30 days employed. Join us September 27 or apply online. Learn more: www.nmymca.o..." (Facebook) YMCA of Greater Nashua: "In a city afflicted by a growing homelessness problem, the Nashua School District is here to help! The district follows the Federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act, which requires school districts to provide educational ..." (Facebook) SJN Merrimack: "Video cuts off shortly after consecration." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: MJ'S Market, Inc — MJ's Market, A Cannabis Destination, and Opening Late September! (Visit website) Add your business here Events: We're Back! 150 local performers - Benefit for the Nashua Soup Kitchen (September 25) NH State Home Show (September 25) BAE Retirement Planning Dinner (September 30) BAE Retirement Planning Seminar (October 1) Charmingfare Farm's Pumpkin Festival (October 2) Charmingfare Farm's Pumpkin Festival (October 3) Add your event Gigs & services: VELUX Skylights & Roofing Experts (Details) Add your gig or service Job listings: Part time massage therapist (Details) Add your job listing That's it for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Tony Schinella Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Merrimack Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at [email protected].