We dug deep in our desk drawers to see what we could find
If you haven’t noticed, this issue is dedicated to getting rid of some things that have been hanging around our office, desks and emails for a week, a month and some, even longer. But don’t let the title fool you, there’s some pretty great stuff in this here edition of the “Insider.” Since this is the Junk Drawer Issue, we thought it might be a good idea to see what stuff has been sitting in our desk drawers for who knows how long and...
The accolades just keep coming for the ‘Insider’
We were pretty spoiled when it came to Grange media awards last year. Not only did former editor Keith Testa receive one from the Concord Grange in the spring, which was kind of like an award for the entire paper since it is just a staff of two, but that was followed up with the state media award given out by the N.H. State Grange in October. Who knew the Concord Insider had so many fans – especially outside our little bubble that is...
While you’re on vacation, check out some of these cool things
So it’s not summer yet – or even spring – and Christmas is definitely long over. We’re kind of in that awkward part of the year right now when there’s not really a whole lot going on. Except school vacation. February vacation might not have the same pizazz as summer or Christmas vacation, but time off is time off. It’s nice to get a little break to kind of recharge the batteries. And with February vacation, the nice thing is that when...
There are plenty of places to puff – or kick the habit – downtown
We’re not really in the business of telling you to go out and do something unhealthy or dangerous. After all, you are our readership, and without you we wouldn’t have jobs. But there are plenty of things that are either unhealthy or even dangerous that people do every day by choice. Think of construction workers, miners, oil drillers, jay-walkers. And smokers. Now we all know smoking is unhealthy, but it is legal (if you’re of age, of...
Pirates, line dancing, discussions and a whole bunch of movies
Tuesday So if you didn’t know, there’s a pretty bad heroin epidemic sweeping the nation right now. What do you know about it? Well, you can find out and ask questions of panelists including the Laconia deputy fire chief, a Laconia police officer, the Director of Phoenix House and a recovering heroin addict at NHTI’s “The Many Faces of Heroin” from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in the Sweeney Hall Auditorium. The public is invited to attend and...
Look who we found trying to create a love connection on Craigslist
Since this is the junk drawer issue, we figured we’d spend a little time poking around Craigslist to see what’s been happening on the Missed Connections pages since we last checked in. And as always, there were a lot of posts – including some that we could even print. Here are a selection of the best ones for your unedited viewing pleasure. The Draft-Saturday Night – m4w (Concord) Feb. 21 You were sitting at the bar, facing my...
Don’t be jealous, but Kristyn Galante has been to a Super Bowl
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) introduces you to another “Young Professional of the Month,” Kristyn Galante, interviewed by Annika Stanely-Smith of the CYPN Steering Committee. How old are you? 27 Where do you live? I am originally from Massachusetts, but moved to Laconia last June. Where do you currently work? New Hampshire Motor Speedway Where did you go to school? Johnson &...
Extra, extra: ‘The Porcelain Post’ is the place for your NHTI news
We can all appreciate something to read in the bathroom. You know, when nature calls. Cell phones have cut down on the necessity of a book, magazine or newspaper, especially when you’re not at home. Sure, we expect you to keep a copy of the latest Insider on you at all times, but we understand it doesn’t always happen that way. And what if you left your celly at home or it’s out of battery? Just think of the boredom that will ensue as...
Take a little time each day to focus on what’s most important
Well, it is finally here, the cold winter weather! Yes, winter, also referred to as “cold and flu season.” So take some time each day to focus on you, your overall health, wellness and boosting your immune system. The top five ways to stay healthy during cold and flu season are: Great nutrition – good clean eats support our digestive tract and support our immune system; vitamins and immune supporting supplements – your primary care...
If you’re looking for a new look, give Katie Lord-Smith a call
We’re all faced with making difficult decisions from time to time. Like those days when you add a third cookie to your plate or opt for that extra scoop of mac and cheese – with bacon, of course. And those other times when you skip the gym for happy hour or buy yourself that expensive pair of Air Jordans instead of a pair of winter boots. And for Katie Lord-Smith that time came last month. One day she came to the realization she...
The ‘Insider’ sure has been busy traveling all over the world
It’s not easy living a carefree existence, traveling the world on a whim, but that’s just how it goes for us these days. For some reason, people like to take us on vacation with them and document all the fun we’re having with scenic pictures. We took so many trips in 2015 that we had a stock pile of photos just waiting to show off the luxurious life style we live. So in keeping with the cleaning out of our junk drawer theme, we...
Classic Concord Photo
These boys of summer took home the Merrimack Valley Baseball League championship in 1922. Red Rolfe, the future New York Yankee, was in eighth grade at the time. Rolfe would go on to play in the Sunset League before going to Dartmouth.
Instagram Photo of the Week
We’ve always thought Concord was a beautiful city, especially as the sun begins to set on what we can only assume was yet another glorious day, and this Instagram photo only reaffirms our incredible insight. If you want to see your Instagram pics in an “Insider” to be named later, make sure to tag us using #concordinsider.
This Week in Concord History
Feb. 23, 1795: A group of men meets at Butters’ Tavern to plan a bridge across the Merrimack River. It will be built near the site of today’s Manchester Street bridge. Feb. 23, 1799: Seven men hold the first Masonic meeting in Concord at Gale’s Anchor Tavern. Feb. 23, 1847: A meeting is held in Concord to organize a relief effort to aid victims of the Irish famine. The following donations are collected: $1,293.02 and 100 bushels of...
Book of the Week: ‘Jacksonland’
Jacksonland Steve Inskeep 2015, 10 audio CDs Nonfiction Jacksonland is a fascinating history of one of the United States’s most influential presidents, Andrew Jackson, and the events leading up to expulsion of Native Americans from the southern U.S. known as the Trail of Tears. Author Steve Inskeep, the co-host of NPR’s Morning Edition, intertwines Jackson’s story, both personal and political, with the story of Chief John Ross, who...
NHTI staffers need your vote to earn top spot in photo contest
There’s nothing quite like some good ol’ fashioned friendly competition among co-workers. Especially when the winner of said competition earns bragging rights around the office for the foreseeable future. So when we happened upon a collection of photos taken by NHTI staffers in the school’s library with the word contest associated with it, we had to take some pictures. Nine members of the NHTI staff, Steve Ambra, John Dennett, Sarah...
Bulletin Board
Annual spring tree and shrub fundraiser ongoing The Merrimack County Conservation District is currently accepting orders for its annual spring tree and shrub fundraiser. This year, we are offering a mixture of old favorites as well as exciting new varieties of trees, shrubs, fruit trees, small fruits, plant packages, composting items, bulbs and N.H.-grown plants. Whether you are looking for a new variety for a sunny or shady spot in...
