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Feel Good Story of the Week – Couple Tracks Down WW2 Veteran’s Family to Return Keepsakes

A Florida couple who discovered a World War Two veteran’s documents and keepsakes at an antique shop returned the items to the man’s family. Lloyd and Melissa Hyatt were at an antique shop in Wildwood when they came across a boxed flag that Lloyd recognized from his time in the Navy as a U.S. military commemorative burial flag. The couple investigated and found the box contained numerous items and documents belonging to a World War Two veteran named Edwin Smith.

They paid $59.95 for the flag and the other items, including military ID cards, discharge papers, paperwork for Smith’s burial and a letter from President Harry Truman thanking Smith for his service. Melissa Hyatt did some research online and reached out to some family members on Facebook before finally connecting with Smith’s son.

The couple shipped the box to Massachusetts to be with Smith’s family.

To see the news report and the full story click here. 

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E! People’s Choice Awards – RECAP

Demi Lovato hosted the 2020 People’s Choice Awards last night (11-15) that aired on E!

The stage was surrounded with hundreds of people on screen via a zoom type format that stretched from floor to ceiling from all angles. Lovato described it as “Virtual in person.”

Jennifer Lopez was presented with the coveted Icon Award in a moving presentation that lasted nearly 13 minutes. In tears, she was seemingly surprised as friends and family popped on screen to congratulate her. Included were, Nicole Kidman, Renee Zellweger, and Lopez’s children.

Tracee Ellis Ross took home the Fashion Icon Award and  during her speech of gratitude, she listed her mom, the late, Dianna Ross.

Tyler Perry won the People’s Champion Award and accepted with a passionate speech that was meant to inspire.

As the awards show has grown over the years, so have the categories. Newly added for this year were the New Artist, which went to Doja Cat. Collaboration, won by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. Song of 2020, won by BTS for “Dynamite.” And the other newly added category was for Soundtrack Song, won by Taylor Swift for “Only The Young” from Miss America.

While practicing social distance, each trophy was left on a podium for the artist to pick up themselves. Over a billion people voted on this year’s People’s Choice Awards which was live from inside the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Renee Zellweger, Nicole Kidman, and Jennifer Lopez’s two children all appeared via zoom to congratulate her on the Icon Award. Lopez was in tears.

Jennifer Lopez during her acceptance speech: “The more that they said I couldn’t the more I knew I had to.”

Some audience members announced winners via zoom.

Ellen Pompeo of Grey’s Anatomy announced that this was her 5th career People’s Choice Award.

Demi Lovato commented about Justin Bieber’s performance: “Justin Bieber took us to church on this stage! I’m so proud of you Justin! That was amazing.”

Including the red carpet, Demi Lovato had at least 5 costume changes. (We lost count)

Mandy Moore reaching out to people to be safe and wear masks during the pandemic.

Tyler The Creator walking on stage as he looks at the screens of people watching virtually and said, “I can’t Lie, this is such an interesting set up.”

Sofia Vergara walking out to accept her award wearing a stunning red bustier dress, and a black mask, taking off her mask as she approached the stage and stuffing it into her bra.

Jimmy Fallon accepting his award via zoom and pretending he forgot to turn on his microphone.

PERFORMANCES:

Justin Bieber performed “Holy” and “Lonely” dressed in solid white sweater, slacks, and white shoes, (grey knit cap) His performance started outdoors with “Lonely,” along with collaborator Benny Blanco. As he transitioned songs, he made his way inside to finish the performance.

Chloe X Halle strutted onto the stage wearing matching skin-tight, cat-suit-like, black outfits that had the shine of patent leather, all while delivering a powerful performance of “Ungodly Hour.”

FULL WINNERS LIST:

The Movie-

Bad Boys for Life

Action Movie-

Mulan

Drama Movie-

Hamilton

Family Movie-

Onward

Male Movie Star-

Will Smith, Bad Boys for Life

Female Movie Star-

Tiffany Haddish Like A Boss

Drama Movie Star-

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hamilton

Competition Show-

The Voice

Reality Show-

Keeping Up With The Kardashians

Reality Star-

Khloe Kardashian Keeping Up with the Kardashians

Bingeworthy Show-

Outer Banks

Drama Show-

Riverdale

Action Movie Star-

Chris Hemsworth – Extraction

The Album-

BTS Map of The Soul :7

The Song-

BTS “Dynamite”

Music Video-

BTS Dynamite

Collaboration-

Cardi B ft. Megan Thee Stallion “WAP”

Soundtrack Song-

Taylor Swift from Miss America, “Only The Young”

Male Artist-

Justin Bieber

Female Artist-

Ariana Grande

Latin Artist-

Becky G

Best Country Artist-

Blake Shelton

New Artist-

Doja Cat

The Comedy Show-

Never Have I Ever

Comedy Movie Star-

Joey King The Kissing Booth 2

Comedy Act-

Leslie Jones Time Machine (Saturday Night Live)

Comedy Movie-

The Kissing Booth 2

TV Show-

Grey’s Anatomy

Male TV Star-

Cole Sprouse

Female TV Star-

Ellen Pompeo Grey’s Anatomy

Nighttime Talk Show-

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Sci Fi Fantasy Show-

Wynonna Earp

Comedy TV Star-

Sofia Vergara

Day Time Talk Show-

The Ellen DeGeneres Show

Drama TV Star-

Mandy Moore – This Is Us

Competition Contestant-

Gigi Goode, RuPaul’s Drag Race

Social Star-

Emma Chamberlain

Beauty Influencer-

James Charles

Social Celebrity-

Ariana Grande

Animal Star-

Doug The Pug

Game Changer-

Lebron James

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Shooting in Meredith

Concord, NH — Attorney General Gordon J. MacDonald announces information regarding the shooting incident involving an adult male located at 10 Bennett Drive in Meredith, New Hampshire on November 15, 2020.

The adult male, David Donovan, age 35, was shot by a Meredith Police Officer and died as a result of his injuries after being transported to Lakes Regional General Hospital.  An autopsy is scheduled for Mr. Donovan today, November 16, 2020.

Three other individuals sustained injuries at the scene prior to police arrival.  One of the individuals, an adult male, was transported for medical treatment and remains hospitalized in stable condition.

No officers have been physically injured and there is no threat to the public.  Pursuant to protocol, the name of the officer involved in the incident is being withheld pending the conclusion of the formal interview.

The investigation remains ongoing and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Source: Official Press Release

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Wicked Fresh & FIRE’s Danny Rassi on Food Network’s Chopped

Danny Rassi, head chef and owner of North Conway’s Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers and FIRE by Wicked Fresh is set to compete on Food Network’s Chopped: Comfort Food Feud on Tuesday, November 17th at 9pm. Danny joined Gino on the Magic Morning Show today and told us all about his experience. Plus, he gave us a heads up on what Wicked Fresh and FIRE has planned for the holiday season. Click below to listen and don’t forget to tune in Tuesday, November 17th at 9pm to the Food Network to cheer on Danny.

 
For more information about Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers or FIRE by Wicked Fresh check out their respective links!
 
 
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Another Positive COVID Case Confirmed at Kennett High School

SAU9 families were sent out a letter today confirming another positive case of COVID-19 at Kennett High School. Read the letter by clicking here.

 

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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: Billie Eilish – Therefore I Am

 

In a recent interview with Apple Music, Billie Eilish talked about how she likes listening to her own music and said, “Since I first started making music, even my friends, they’d be like, ‘You listen to your own… What?’ Yeah. Why would I want to make music that I don’t love?”

She listens more intently while making an album and said that it’s all she wants to listen to and especially in the car. She says that some people think it’s weird and said, “it’s a good thing. You should love what you make.”

As for her upcoming album, while Eilish didn’t reveal a release date , but said she “can’t wait for people to hear this album that we’re working on. It’s like, oh my God.”

What she has released is a new song and video for the song, “Therefore I Am.” Check it out below!

 

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Shoppers! Rev Your Engines! Get Ready for Mt. Washington Valley’s Month-Long Shop-a-thon!

North Conway, NH – Once one of the quieter months, November has grown to be one of the busiest times of year in Mt. Washington Valley.  With more than twenty years of legacy behind the Harvest to Holidays promotion and Settlers Green – Bring A Friend extravaganza, shoppers now rest up for what amounts to aerobic tax-free shopping excursions at Mt. Washington Valley’s 200 outlets, shops, boutiques and stores.  The history of how November has grown into one of the Valley’s busiest months of the year is an interesting collaboration between the chamber, the lodging community, Settlers Green and more recently, the White Mountain Independents – a network of independently owned Mt Washington Valley stores. Read more about that here.

While November 2020 will be presented with respect given to social distancing and masks required, stores will still open their doors with offers and plenty of  hand sanitizer for excited shoppers.  Come prepared with lists of gifts for that hard-to-shop-for relative, and plenty of stamina to visit as many stores as possible.  Here’s how Mt Washington Valley’s shop-a-thon will occur this November.

Events at Settlers Green – The largest outlet mall in the North Country

November 6th-15th, 2020: Bring A Friend Weekend at Settlers Green

Celebrating its 20th anniversary with several modifications to reduce crowding and follow all New Hampshire health and safety guidelines, the Bring A Friend show will go on with an extensive array of shopping fun.

Activities will be spread out from November 6th-15th, 2020, giving shoppers plenty of time to get in on all the offers. Traditionally an event that gathers thousands of anxious shoppers, the standard shopping bag giveaway (which traditionally happens on Saturday) will not happen. Instead, Settlers Green has partnered with local hotels and accommodations and you can get a standard goodie bag by booking a shopping package with participating lodging properties.  See participating hotels here. The 500 premium bags sold out earlier in the fall.

Bring A Friend means deals galore.  Shopper can pick up wristbands outside of Customer Service daily during the event, while supplies last. Show your wristband at stores with red wristband signs in the window for special savings.  In addition, Coupon books will be available to all shoppers during the event. Shoppers are invited to download a digital coupon book to your phones for paperless deals.

All shoppers planning to attend the event should visit Settlers Green COVID-19 page for more specific details about shopping hours, expectations and policies.

Live entertainment, photo contests, movies, and radio promotions will take place throughout the Bring a Friend weekend. For complete information, lodging packages, entertainment schedules, discount info and more, go to https://www.settlersgreen.com/events/bring-a-friend.

November 27: Black Friday – Shop at Settlers Green from 8:00am to 8:00pm, and get special Black Friday deals.  Black Friday sales typically begin the week of Thanksgiving and run through Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, and vary from store to store. In addition to in-store sales, download a Digital Coupon Book or pick up a hard copy at Customer Service. Info: https://www.settlersgreen.com/calendar/20/276-Black-Friday.

Events at White Mountain Independents (look for the blue & white flags to identify members)

Along with sixty-one business alliances across the country, White Mountain Independents is participating in a “Shop Local Indie” collaborative campaign that began on November 1st and continues through December.  Specific events include:

November 27: Plaid Friday –  With a purchase, participating locally owned and operated retailers will give away plaid scarves made by White Mountain Independents member Ragged Mountain in Intervale (subject to availability).

November 28: “Small Business Saturday” – This national promotion encourages shoppers to choose small, brick & mortar businesses for their holiday shopping.  Participating stores will have special offers for that day only.

November 30: “Cyber Monday” – Participating White Mountain Independents will offer shoppers special Cyber Monday discounts in conjunction with this national event.

For more information, please visit WhiteMountainIndependents.com.

To learn more about shopping, dining, recreation and lodging, visit www.MtWashingtonValley to plan your shop, play and stay getaway to Mt Washington Valley.  To learn more about visiting New Hampshire, go to www.VisitNH.gov.