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Feel Good Story of the Week: 4th Grader Launches Charitable Foundation

From mowing lawns to handing out gift cards, Greyson Winfield goes out of his way to help others. Greyson’s goal is to help every single person in his community of Conway, South Carolina, who needs some assistance. Not bad for an 8-year-old. The fourth-grader gets his zeal for public service from President John F. Kennedy, who he admires. When the pandemic arrived, Greyson worried about whether his neighbors could take care of their families if they weren’t working. That inspired him to launch an organization called Helping Footprint. They raise money to buy gift cards to help people buy food or pay the bills. So far, Helping Footprint has distributed gift cards to six families, and Winfield, his brother, and his foster brother have mowed nine lawns.  

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Countries that saw a Summer Respite from Coronavirus Outbreaks are Now Tracking Rising Numbers of New Confirmed Cases

PARIS (AP) — Countries in Europe and Asia that saw a summer respite from coronavirus outbreaks are tracking swiftly rising numbers of new confirmed cases. The reversal is prompting worry among government leaders and health officials that months of hard-won progress could be lost in a matter of day. Several European countries are imposing mask and testing requirements as people return from vacations. An outbreak in Auckland prompted New Zealand’s prime minister to delay a national election by four weeks. In Lebanon, medical officials called Monday for a two-week lockdown amid a surge in new cases following the devastating Beirut port explosion. But progress in South Africa is leading the government to lift bans on cigarette and alcohol sales. 

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Having Plants Can Help With Stress Levels

Go ahead and buy an indoor plant—it could help you feel less stressed. Licensed mental health counselor Jesse Radloff says, “Researcher has been done examining the effect on people while being in an indoor environment with or without plants. Not only did the people in the rooms with plants self-report feeling less stressed and happier, their cortisol (a stress hormone) was also lower than those in non-plant rooms.” She adds that there’s a type of mental health therapy called horticultural therapy which “among other activities, involves caring for an indoor plant to improve mood, motivation, stress levels, and feelings of self efficacy.” Another expert says if you’re new to indoor gardening you should consider starting out with an easy plant, such as a snake plant, pothos, philodendron, or dracaena.

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Arrest Made on an Electronic Bench Warrant

Mr. Benjamin Hewitt – Picture Courtesy of Wolfeboro Police Department

 

On August 13th at 1pm, Officer Church learned that Benjamin Hewitt had a valid Electronic Bench Warrant (An EBW is Arrest Warrant issued by a Judge from the Judicial Bench) for Criminal Trespassing.  Mr. Hewitt was later located at Foss Field and arrested on site and without incident. Mr. Hewitt was transported to the Carroll County Jail where he was later issued a court date of September 2, 2020 at 8:00 AM, in the Third Circuit Court, Ossipee District.

Source: Wolfeboro Police Department Press Release

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Maryland Man Rescued Off Castle Ravine Trail

Low and Burbanks Grant- On Wednesday. August 12th at approximately 2:45 PM, Fish and Game Conservation Officers received a call for an injured hiker on the Castle Ravine Trail in Low and Burbanks Grant.  Officers spoke with the patient over cell phone and identified him as 36 year old Christopher Burk of Lutherville, MD. 

Burk explained that he and his party were attempting to complete the Presidential Traverse when a member of his party began experiencing high levels of fatigue. Due to this issue, Burk assisted the fatigued partner by descending Castle Ravine Trail in an attempt to get back to the road faster.

On this decent, Burk was carrying his friend’s pack, as well as his own, to make it easier on his friend.  The excess weight of the extra pack caused Burk to lose his balance and slip on a rock, injuring his lower leg so badly he couldn’t walk out or put weight on it.  Burk reported that he, “heard a crack, and knew he couldn’t continue.”  A 911 call was placed by the victim. 

After plotting his location, Conservation Officers found that Burk and his hiking partner were approximately a quarter mile below the mountain ridgeline and approximately 4 miles from Route 2. 

Due to the location of the patient as well as the sheer difficulty of the trail he was on, Conservation Officers deemed that it would be safer for rescuers to call for a National Guard helicopter than to attempt the 8-10 hour carryout with 30 to 50 volunteers that would otherwise be required. 

The National Guard rescue helicopter made contact with Burk and his hiking companion around 6:20 PM. They were hoisted into the helicopter and brought down to the Gorham Airport where they were met by Conservation Officers as well as Gorham Fire Department and Gorham Ambulance members. 

Burk was transported to Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin by Gorham Ambulance for further treatment of his injuries. 

The hiking party was well prepared for the hike as they had brought many days supply of clothing and food as well as the necessary “10 Essentials.” 

It was determined that in helping a member of his party down the mountain who was not fully physically prepared for the rigors of the Presidential Traverse hike, Burk injured himself.

No further information at this time. 

Source: NH Fish & Game Press Release

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The Conway Scenic Railroad has Added Another Trip to The Mountaineer!

Today on The Magic Morning Show, Gino was joined by Conway Scenic Railroad Owner Dave Swirk via the phone and they discussed the Conway Scenic Railroad‘s Mountaineer Train and how they are adding another trip to their schedule. Dave also gave us a full rundown of how operation has changed at the train station due to COVID-19 and the guidelines they will be following to make sure everyone will be safe when riding with the Conway Scenic Railroad. Check out the interview below!

 

 

For ticket info and more details visit CONWAYSCENIC.COM

 

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Join Memorial Hospital’s “Leap into Health after Labor Day” Challenge

NORTH CONWAY, NH – “Memorial Hospital’s new Leap into Health After Labor Day Challenge will help participants create healthy habits by moving more and eating less.

The free challenge is open to all Mt. Washington Valley residents and runs from September 7th through October 18th.

“We are committed to and promoting the health of our community. This is a fun, interactive wellness challenge to kick-off after Labor Day to get our community moving,” said Heather Phillips Community Health Program Manager at Memorial Hospital.

“The challenge goal is to help the community improve their personal health through different wellness areas. There are daily tasks for participants such as trying a new vegetable or taking ten minutes to stretch and calm the mind. We encourage participants to use the environment around us, whether it be visiting local hiking trails or a virtual workout class. We want people to experience different types of fitness to see what is right for them and create lifelong health habits,” said Phillips.

This competition is not a weight loss challenge, but is based on a point system. Participants will have a chance to earn up to 42 points each week by following the core healthy habits, such as drinking water or getting adequate sleep. In addition to the core points, there are daily tasks. The point system encourage participants to focus on different wellness categories and not just the one that tends to be their strength.

Participants are encouraged, but not required, to join a Facebook group where they can interact with other challenge members in the community. The group will also offer tips and tricks to help participants in their wellness journey.

The top three participants will receive Amazon gift cards, ranging from $100 to $200. There will also be bonus prizes for interacting with the Facebook group or completing additional challenges.

There is no fee to register. Registration forms are available online
memorialhospitalnh.org/MEMLEAP and on the Memorial Leap into Health Facebook group.  For more information please call Heather Phillips at 603-356-5461 x2187.

At the end of the 6-week challenge, participants will need to submit their calendar with total points via email to hphillips@memorialhospitalnh.org or mail to

Memorial Hospital, c/o Heather Phillips,
3073 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH 03860.

All point calendars must be submitted by October 21st. Prize winners will be announced on October 26th.