Local and regional news

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Unexpected Package

The Conway Post Office was closed down around noon on Friday (9/6/19) after a car was driven through one of the Post Office’s walls. Initial reports cited possible injuries but a Conway Police officer on scene said everyone was ok. Police scanner audio seemed to indicate the driver had to be helped from their vehicle. Conway Police, Fire and Ambulance stood by and kept the area clear while determining how to safely extract the vehicle. A call to the Post Office indicated that they have reopened.

 

 

 

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US Rep. Chris Pappas in Conway Today

US Representative from New Hampshire Chris Pappas is in Conway today. The Representative is holding a Coffee with Chris event at 11:00 this morning at the Gibson Senior Center in N. Conway. At 11:40 he’ll be at a “Reading with your Rep” event at the N. Conway Library during which, staffers say he’ll be donating books from the Library of Congress Surplus Book Program. At 1:20 Representative Pappas will be swinging by Albany to meet with the Armed Forces Conservation Corps; and finally at 3:00, Pappas will be meeting supporters at the Hemlock Lane Trailhead for a Ride-a-Long event along the rail trail.

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Senator Hassan Town Hall

US Senator from New Hampshire Maggie Hassan is meeting with local business owners in Conway, Bethlehem, and Littleton before a town hall this Thursday. Hassan’s staffers say the town hall will involve taking questions from constituents and providing an update on her efforts on key priorities including lowering health care costs and expanding middle class opportunity, supporting innovative businesses, and keeping communities safe. The town hall will be at the Littleton Opera House this Thursday with doors opening at 5pm and the event starting at 5:30.

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Boat Out of Water

New Hampshire State Police’s Marine Patrol recently arrived at the scene of a boat that was completely out of the water. Authorities were notified of the accident this past Saturday shortly after 7 in the morning. The 1976 23′ Chris Craft powerboat was stuck on a rock breakwater near Lockes Island on Lake Winnipesaukee in the town of Gilford. Authorities say 58-year-old Robert Koning of Massachusetts was attempting to return to a residence on the island when he struck a moored boat and continued up onto the breakwater. There are no reported injuries and the incident remains under investigation at this time.

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Pete Buttigieg House Party

Mayor Pete Buttigieg was in Ossipee for what his campaign called a house party this past weekend. An eye-witness account said hundreds turned out for the event and pictures show people in a long line down the street. The Presidential hopeful discussed healthcare, the rise in violence due to racism, gun control, climate change, and dealing with North Korea in foreign affairs. Buttigieg was one of many candidates in the area this past weekend. Cory Booker stopped by Conway Public Library; John Delaney was in Littleton; and numerous democratic nominees turned out for the Belknap Democratic Party Picnic. Marianne Williamson is still campaigning in New Hampshire today.

 

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Accident on West Fryeburg Road

Fryeburg Police say a Jeep rolled over off West Fryeburg Road shortly after noon on Tuesday (8/20/19). Officials say a 16-year-old girl from Lovell, Maine had been driving her 2008 Jeep SUV south on West Fryeburg Road when she became temporarily distracted, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway. Her Jeep struck a culvert and rolled over, closing West Fryeburg road for over an hour while emergency crews responded. The girl was transported to Memorial Hospital in North Conway, NH with non-life-threatening injuries. Fryeburg Police Chief Joshua Potvin says it was fortunate that the accident wasn’t worse and reminded the public that distracted driving can involve more than just texting on your cell phone. He says drivers shouldn’t be involved in any activity that isn’t necessary to the safe operation of their vehicle.

 

 

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Sunset Concert Series features Local Acts

Believe in Books Literacy Foundation has been teaming up with Moat Mountain Brewing Company for the Sunset Concert series. Every Saturday night at 7:30 a different band takes to the Theatre in the Wood to benefit the Literacy Foundation. This Saturday will be a locals tribute night featuring Way of the Headband as well as Sheehan and Holden. Entrain will be taking the stage the following Saturday, August 31st. Beverages from the presenting supporter, Moat Mountain Brewing Company are available for a donation. Learn more at theaterinthewood.org.