🌱 Concord Daily: What You Need To Know Today

Concord NH

29 December, 2021

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Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note. First, today's weather: Cloudy. High: 36 Low: 30. Here are the top stories in Concord today: Wow House: 29 Palm St. In Concord, New Hampshire (Concord Patch) 3 Die In NJ Crash, Community Raises Funeral Money: PM Patch NH (Concord Patch) Can You Guess The Most-Read Story On Patch In NH For 2021? (Concord Patch) Concord Police Ask For Help Finding Teen Missing Since Dec. 20 (Concord Patch) 14-Year-Old Sought After Going Missing Last Week in Concord, NH (NBC10 Boston) Can You Guess The Most-Read Story On Patch In NH For 2021? Last Powerball Drawing Of 2021 Expected To Be $441 Million (Concord Patch) Disaster declaration extended for New Hampshire storms (Associated Press) Tens Of Thousands Raised For NH Family Killed In NJ Car Crash (Concord Patch) State legislatures in US poised to act on abortion rights (Wink News) Epsom Man Indicted On Child Sexual Abuse Images Charges: Court (Concord Patch) New Hampshire gets federal money for substance abuse (The Laconia Daily Sun) NH abortion, drunken driving and animal welfare laws take effect (Bangor Daily News) NH DHHS COVID-19 holiday weekend update: 3,657 positive results with 433 in Manchester; 30 deaths reported (Manchester Ink Link) Car Strikes Pedestrian On North State Street In Concord: Video (Concord Patch)Today's Concord Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Concord: Penacook Winter Farmers Market (3:04 AM) Cardio for Heart Health- Wednesday (10:30 AM) Evening Storytime: What Snowmen Do at Night! (6:30 PM) Evening Storytime (6:30 PM) From my notebook: Concord NH Police Department: "MISSING JUVENILE: Kihana Blake Age: 14 Sex: Female Race: White Height: 5'1"-5'3" Weight: 100-120 Eyes: Brown Hair: Blonde/Strawberry Body: Slim Complexion: Light DOB: 9/4/2007 Kihana was last seen at her residence 36 Pinehurst Apt #84 on..." (Facebook) New Hampshire Lottery: "It's the homestretch of the New England Patriots football season. We've had so much fun giving away our $5 Patriots scratch tickets and iLottery Dollars to play the Patriots Payout e-Instant game this season ... and there's still time fo..." (Facebook) Concord, NH Fire Department: "Firefighter Travis Keeler is retiring from the Concord Fire Department effective December 31, 2021. Firefighter Keeler has faithfully served the Concord Fire Department since March 14, 2003. He is well known as a steady and reliable fire..." (Facebook) New Hampshire Lottery: "Hellooooo Seabrook! Anyone buy a Tri-State Gimme 5 ticket at NH Borderline Express on Main Street in Seabrook for tonight's (12/27) drawing? Check your tickets NOW since they sold a $100,000 winning ticket! Here are tonight's lucky winni..." (Facebook) NAMI New Hampshire: "It's okay and you're #notalone. 💚 To connect with free NH mental health resources & support, contact NAMI NH's Info & Resource Line at 1-800-242-6264 (press 4). 🎨: A Dose of Reminders (IG)" (Facebook) New Hampshire Lottery: "What a week it was for last week's iLottery winners! Congrats on all your winnings! For YOUR very own chance to win big online with e-Instants, Powerball, Mega Millions and Tri-State Gimme 5, register for an iLottery account today and pl..." (Facebook) NAMI New Hampshire: "Thank you to LightFest, Christ's Church of Amherst, and everyone who voted 💙BLUE💙 for NAMI NH! We're honored, humbled, and grateful! Hope starts with you!" (Facebook) Visit Concord, NH: "Concord's Granite Restaurant Reopens With New Chef, Menu: Video The restaurant and bar, inside The Centennial Hotel, has reopened with Chef Charlie Lavery offering a new menu featuring local ingredients. https://patch.com/new-hampshire/c..." (Facebook) City of Concord, New Hampshire: "Thank you to everyone who provided feedback on The Hotel Concord's trial run Christmas Eve multicolored LED light display. In case you missed it, here is a photo courtesy of Bill Graham Photography. The lights were very festive!" (Facebook) Concord General Services: "Concord Christmas Tree Collection 🌲 Concord residents with curbside trash collection can place their Christmas trees curbside for disposal on their trash collection day starting Monday, January 3. Trees will be collected for two weeks t..." (Facebook) NAMI New Hampshire: "Today, 2 children and 18 adults are waiting for inpatient psychiatric beds. If folks are experiencing anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide or signs of other mental health conditions, it's important to seek help now – from a primary c..." (Facebook) Concord, NH Fire Department: "The People's Choice Award goes to… Gingerbread House A, Congratulations Paul St. Germain!!" (Facebook) NH State Fire Marshal's Office: "We are in prime heating season, when NH Fire departments see a larger proportion of heating related fires. Please be mindful of these very important safety practices. #teamsafety #FireSafetyTips #fireprevention " (Facebook) Boys & Girls Clubs - Bradley Street Clubhouse: "First Day of Vacation started off with Snow Fun, Musical Chairs and Noodle Necklaces." (Facebook) HOPE for New Hampshire Recovery: "New Year's Eve - NA in Manchester, AA in Concord!" (Facebook) City of Concord, New Hampshire: "CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION 🌲 Concord residents with curbside trash collection can place their Christmas trees curbside for disposal on their trash collection day starting Monday, January 3. Trees will be collected for two weeks through J..." (Facebook) NOFA-NH: "Thinking of spring? Our annual spring bulk order is now accepting orders. Save on supplies for organic farming and gardening and support NOFA-NH at the same time. Shop online www.bulkorderstore.nofanh.org" (Facebook) New Hampshire Dental Society: "From all of us at the NHDS family to you and yours, Happy New Year!" (Facebook) Future In Sight: "Prevent Blindness has declared 2022 the "Year of Children's Vision." The goal is to highlight and address the diverse and critical vision and eye health needs of children and to improve outcomes through advocacy, public health, education..." (Facebook) City of Concord, New Hampshire: "Get out and enjoy this winter weather in #ConcordNH! Here are some ideas from Concord Parks and Rec Department. And, please obey all posted signs on the ponds. We are hoping to open them for skating soon, when it is safe. " (Facebook) The New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation Network: "The Destination College Speech Contest is now accepting applications from HS seniors! Learn More: https://www.nhheaf.org/dc-speech.asp" (Facebook) New Futures: "HB 237 fails to include principles required for responsible cannabis commercialization policy and regulation. Before the House reconvenes on January 5th, Representatives need to hear from you about this important issue! Ask them to suppo..." (Facebook) The Salvation Army of Concord: "If you need a vaccine or a booster you have two opportunities in Concord over the next couple weeks. See below for details. In my opinion if you haven't had either this is a great opportunity, it's easy and free!" (Facebook) New Hampshire Audubon: "Will 2022 be your BIG YEAR? Just Do It! A Big Year is an attempt to see as many species of birds as possible from January 1 to December 31 within any designated geographical boundary. It can be exhausting and stressful, but also a lot of..." (Facebook) Visit Concord, NH: "The Regional Economic Development Center (REDC) is looking for corporate partners to join in support of the REDC's 2022 NH New Americans Loan Fund. The fund provides business financing to new American business owners seeking to open or g..." (Facebook) NH Center for Nonprofits: "The pandemic has heightened our collective awareness about the importance of partnerships between local nonprofits and municipalities. Join us virtually for the first Capitol Exchange of 2022 with guests Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig and ..." (Facebook) Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce: "Check out our final video interview for #SpreadJoyShopConcord! Even though the holiday season is ending, you can continue spreading love to small businesses throughout 2022. The community at Brothers' Cortado is the perfect place to make..." (Facebook) NH Economy: "#DidYouKnow that #NewHampshire is ranked as the third safest state in the U.S.? https://wallethub.com/edu/safe... #NHEconomy #NHBEA #ChooseNH #VisitNH" (Facebook) Concord Public Library: "The #NewYear is almost here...start planning for a successful year of #OnlineLearning and #SelfImprovement in 2022! Try Universal Class through your library today: https://concordnh.gov/1872/Onl... #TechTipsTuesday" (Facebook) Carol Laurin, Neighbor: "Does anyone know what is going on near boutwells? we were rerouted away from the area." (Patch) Tree Hugger, Neighbor: "@Tony: There are so many forums out there promoting dangerous misinformation about Covid that hurts innocent people. Please don't allow Patch to be added to that list, as it seemingly has become. Thank you." (Patch) Lara Lavoie, Neighbor: "What is going on near Rite Aid/Boutwells on North Main Street? The strip between the intersection and the cemetery is blocked off by police." (Patch) Scott Maltzie, Neighbor: "I am looking for a room to rent for a friend. Anybody have anything in the Concord Area. Need ASAP. Thanks." (Patch) Tony Schinella, Patch Staff: "A reader submitted these photos of the crash on Tuesday on Loudon Road. Thank you!" (Patch) Tony Schinella, Patch Staff: "NEWS 603 sent in some photos from the crash at Canterbury and Pembroke from Tuesday involving a truck crashing into a utility pole." (Patch) Tony Schinella, Patch Staff: "New Hampshire State Police and Concord police closed down North State Street between Rumford and Penacook streets on Tuesday performing more crash analysis after a pedestrian was struck on Monday night. Here's the original story: https:/..." (Patch) Tony Schinella, Patch Staff: "FYI for Concord Heights readers: A truck has crashed into a utility pole at Canterbury and Pembroke. Unitil has been called to the scene. The power is not out currently but may go out during repairs." (Patch) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Healthy Buffalo — (Visit website) For the Love of Dogs Everywhere — (Visit Website) Mapletree Farm, LLC — (Visit website) Area 23 — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Ring In the New Year With 15 Percent Off Beautiful Blooms From FTD! (December 31) Add your event Loving the Concord Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow for your next update. — 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 [email protected]. Career highlights available on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/an...