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Editorial: Happy to listen to our shared history

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Most of us have an Eddie Aho in our family. He works hard, he takes care of business, and he has a past rich in stories and filled with meaning. And even though he proudly dons his uniform for Memorial Day gatherings, he doesn’t wear his experiences as a badge. To truly understand what he’s seen and what he’s lived, you just have to ask. Ledger-Transcript Reporter Ashley Saari turned … 0

Editorial: Protecting the outdoors

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Memorial Day signals the start of summer, and there’s lots to be mindful about as we start trekking into the warmer months. Of particular concern is the potential spread of the emerald ash borer, an invasive pest that has already been found in 19 states. This past March, this particularly destructive beetle was spotted for the first time in Concord. Now areas across … 0

Letter: Loose collie  needs some help

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

To the editor: A small dog that looks like a little collie, perhaps a sheltie, has been seen for the last 3 or 4 days on the east side of East Mountain Road. He’s lost, and looking for his people. I saw him in my field on about May 15 and reported him to the police in case anyone had called about him, … 0

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Column: Reflections on Mother’s Day

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

I suppose I don’t have to remind any of you mothers out there that this is our big month. It’s time for Mother’s Day — those 24 hours when you and I will be recognized for all the blood, sweat, tears and lunchbox packing we’ve done over the … 0

Column: The path to clean energy investment

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

In 2010, the Planning Board for the Town of New Ipswich enacted wind turbine zoning rules to guide the development of wind projects within its jurisdiction. These rules established a clear and reasonable standard for wind development, and they had their intended effect: They attracted wind development companies … 0

Column: Ayotte: I voted to improve  background check system

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Out of state special interests are running false ads attacking me and even lying about my efforts to prevent gun-related violence. I want to set the record straight: I support effective background checks and in fact voted recently to improve the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). … 0

Editorial: Forum on casino bill open to all

Monday, May 6, 2013

Some say casinos have no place in New Hampshire because they come with the type of social costs that will degrade the quality of life we hold so dear. Others contend we should build a casino because the windfall the state would receive will boost underfunded programs that … 0

Letters: Appreciative of the donation

Monday, May 6, 2013

To the editor: I would like to thank the generous folks of the Nubanusit Neighborhood for their kind donation of costumes and various play items to School Kids in Peterborough. Your kindness created a fun Monday morning of exploring all the new items. I see many happy hours … 0

Letter: Runners made  a difference

Monday, May 6, 2013

To the editor: It is during our most difficult times we often see the kindness and generosity of others. This was so true after the tragedy in Boston. Many Monadnock Milers and other runners got together on April 22 to run and to raise money for the families … 0

Column: Where does ConVal go  from here?

Monday, May 6, 2013

On March 12, Articles 6 and 8 were defeated, and for some this might suggest that school consolidation, whether it was proposed by our School Board or by two concerned citizens, is not going to happen in the ConVal School District at this point in time. So where … 0

Letter: Support for  Ayotte on guns

Monday, May 6, 2013

To to editor: A lot has been said lately about gun control pro and con. I have a permit to carry a concealed weapon. I may not always carry one, but I have it because I cleared all the proper checks that are in place. A criminal, however, … 0

Letter: Looking for  voters’ support

Monday, May 6, 2013

To the editor: I am writing to request the support of Peterborough voters on May 14 for another term as library trustee. It has been my pleasure to work on their behalf as a library trustees. During this time your trustees have continued to improve services, oversee management, … 0

Letter: Remembering  the elderly

Monday, May 6, 2013

To the editor: Not even Charles Dickens, who wrote “Oliver Twist,” could have envisioned Maine Sen. Susan Collins’s unfortunate voice gleefully declaring that Congress could do things. We voted to restore money to air travel. I am all for safe air travel, but – wow – thousands of … 0

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