ConVal eighth-graders learn history through travel

By DAVID ALLEN

Eighth-graders in the ConVal School District took part in week-long historical trips that reached Washington, D.C., on the week before the spring break.

Dublin Public Library hosting home energy program

Dublin Public Library, 1114 Main St., will host a NH Saves “Button Up” home energy workshop Thursday, May 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the library’s downstairs meeting room.

Jaffrey bridge and roundabout project gets underway

By ASHLEY SAARI

Work has officially begun on what is expected to be a multiyear project to connect the two halves of Route 202 through downtown Jaffrey.

Peterborough Select Board hopefuls take part in forum

By DAVID ALLEN

Peterborough’s Select Board candidates River Marmorstein and Bonnie Tucker fielded questions during a forum at Peterborough Town Library Thursday.

Committee will explore streaming Lyndeborough meetings

By DAVID ALLEN

Lyndeborough will be studying the possibility of streaming Select Board public meetings and public hearings online in the year ahead.

Bid date nears for new Jaffrey town offices

By ASHLEY SAARI

The town offices in Jaffrey are expected to move into their new home in three months, with a bid for interior and entrance improvements to the former TD Bank on Main Street expected to start this month.

Walkers gather in Rindge to fight hunger

By DAVID ALLEN

People in the region took steps toward reducing food insecurity by participating in the Monadnock Hunger Walk Saturday.

BUSINESS: Marty’s Driving Range in Mason is looking to make improvements

By ASHLEY SAARI

Marty’s Driving Range in Mason is looking to update its facilities by adding additional outdoor seating for its concert venue, building a permanent snack shack and adding a bathroom to replace portable toilets for guests.

Solar project for Dublin Fire & EMS takes step forward

By DAVID ALLEN

Solar panels on top of Dublin Fire & EMS recently got closer to becoming a reality, after Select Board Chair Sue Peters signed an agreement with 603 Solar.

Wilton-Lyndeborogh welcomes new National Honor Society members

By DAVID ALLEN

Wilton-Lyndeborough Cooperative Middle High School recently welcomed inductees into the National Honor Society.

Antrim Planning Board sets priorities

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Facilitating the creation of new housing and supporting Antrim businesses are the top priorities for the coming year, Antrim Planning Board members said Thursday night.

Jarvis Coffin: Off the Highway – Reach out and grab hold

I have seen the “Mona Lisa” and, just downstairs from her, visited the Venus de Milo, two extraordinary women attracting millions of people every year to their home in the Louvre.

BUSINESS: Wilton’s development team, alliance work to market town and offer what residents seek

By DAVID ALLEN

Wilton’s Economic Development Leadership Team has heard what a lot of people in the town want -- or don’t want.

Gail Hoar: Words About Wilton – An author and champion

If you’ve lived in the Wilton-Lyndeborough area long enough, you know whenever there’s a parade you’ll most likely see Rhonda Watts-Hettinger participating with the Lafayette Artillery, seated on her grandfather’s cavalry saddle while dressed in appropriate military garb.

Antrim Hazardous Waste Day is May 4

Antrim will hold its Hazardous Waste Day Sunday, May 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Hillsborough Transfer Station, 44 Municipal Drive.

PHOTOS: Rindge Recreation Department holds ‘Garden Party’

The Rindge Recreation Department is hosting a weeklong No School Extravaganza day camp during school spring vacation. On Tuesday, the theme was “Garden Party,” with children making planters for green beans and flowers, and a woods walk through the Converse Meadow conservation property.

Peterborough residents speak against State House immigration bill

By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY

Salem Rep. Joe Sweeney stepped up to the microphone to deliver what he called a “simple, clear message” on behalf of New Hampshire residents: “If you are here illegally, you are not welcome in New Hampshire.”

ConVal attorney challenges Francestown withdrawal request

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Francestown will vote on whether or not to once again pursue withdrawal from the ConVal School district at a special Town Meeting on Saturday.

Water at Goss Park is ‘good quality’

By DAVID ALLEN

An environmental concern in Lyndeborough appears to have subsided for now, as water quality at the town’s recreation site has returned to “good quality” in advance of the summer season.

Jaffrey-Rindge Destination Imagination teams have strong performances

By ASHLEY SAARI

Five Destination Imagination teams from the Jaffrey-Rindge School District took top 10 spots in the state competition, with four teams completing in the top three.