More Screen Time = More Internet Crimes: Merrimack Digest

Merrimack NH

25 September, 2021

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Morning, Merrimack! It's Saturday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in Merrimack today. 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: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 73 Low: 58. Here are the top stories today in Merrimack: DHHS: 3 New COVID-19 Deaths, 147 Hospitalized FridayInDepthNH.org (InDepthNH.org) New Hampshire Youth Take A Stand Against Climate Change (New Hampshire Public Radio) John Goffe's Mill – Bedford, New Hampshire (Atlas Obscura) More screen time means more reports of Internet crimes against children (The Keene Sentinel) Kathleen James, 68 | Obituaries (The Laconia Daily Sun) Today in Merrimack: Meat Raffle (4:00 PM) Merrimack Patch Notebook Thomas More College of Liberal Arts: "Viva Christo Rey! Today over 50 of Thomas More College's students begin their 65 mile, 3-day pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Pennsylvania. Please keep our students in your prayers!" (Facebook) VFW Post 8641, Merrimack, NH: "Here's an example of an outstanding young member of our community doing his best to make Merrimack a better place. If you're in the area tomorrow go get your car washed!" (Facebook) Merrimack Public Library: "https://merrimacklibrary.org/t... Want to participate as a "Trunk" and provide the treats? For more details, email Cathy Walter, the Head of Youth Services" (Facebook) Merrimack Department of Public Works: "Roundabout Construction Update This week the construction work consisted of installing most of the curbing and backing up the curb including loaming the area. In addition, Consolidated Communications were able to remove the last line and..." (Facebook) Merrimack Public Library: "https://merrimacklibrary.org/t... Want to participate as a "Trunk" and provide the treats? For more details, email Cathy Walter, the Head of Youth Services" (Instagram) Miss Merrimack Scholarship Program: "Our deadline is quickly approaching. Submit your materials today." (Facebook) Merrimack TV: "You can watch Varsity Football this weekend! Merrimack Tomahawks vs. BIshop Guertin Cardinals this Saturday night via our friends at NashuaETV. Details on how to watch are on the New Hampshire Coalition for Community Media's Network Cale..." (Facebook) Merrimack Public Library: ""Weird Kid" by Greg Van Eekhout" (Facebook) Merrimack Parks and Recreation: "CLOSING EARLY Sadly the blood drive at Merrimack Parks and Recreation has had to close early due to circumstances beyond our control. The Red Cross will be calling participants to reschedule their canceled blood donation appointments." (Facebook) YMCA of Greater Nashua: "Every 11 seconds an older adult is seen in an ER for a fall-related injury. The National Council on Aging advises seniors to find a good balance and exercise program, like Enhance Fitness to help build strength, balance and flexibility a..." (Facebook) VFW Post 8641, Merrimack, NH: "The folks at the VA are in dire need of vehicles that people could donate for veterans in their HUD-VASH Program. We are looking for vehicles that are drivable and could pass inspection with minimal expenses. (Brakes, batteries, tires) I..." (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: NH State Home Show (September 25) We're Back! 150 local performers - Benefit for the Nashua Soup Kitchen (September 25) Medicaid 101 Webinar (September 30) 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 Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Tony Schinella Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Merrimack Daily? You can contact me at [email protected].