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Conway Police Warn Of Recent Vehicle Break-Ins
CONWAY, NH – Conway Police are advising visitors and residents about recent vehicle break ins. In a Facebook post the Police said that they have seen an increase of thefts from unoccupied vehicles. The post said that the thief’s appear to be targeting vehicles left unattended at the parking lots for local hiking trails.
The suspect has been breaking windows to get into the vehicles and then proceeds to steal any item of value inside. In the post Police joked that unlike Bartlett Police they are certain that these thefts are not being committed by a bear.
Police also posted a picture of the suspect taken from by ATM when he attempted to use a stolen ATM card from one of the thefts.
They advised that people not leave anything of value in their vehicles and to notify authorities if they recognize the individual in the pictures by calling 356-5715.
Abby Hernandez Speaks With 20/20
CONWAY, N.H. (AP) — A New Hampshire teenager who was abducted, imprisoned and sexually assaulted nearly five years ago said her ordeal made her stronger.
Abby Hernandez spoke to ABC’s “20/20” in an interview that aired Friday night. She was kidnapped as she walked home from school in Conway in October 2013 and mysteriously returned home nine months later. Nathaniel Kibby, of Gorham, was arrested a week after letting her go. He later pleaded guilty to kidnapping, rape and other charges and was sentenced to 45 to 90 years in prison.
In the interview, Hernandez said she accepted a ride from Kibby and asked him to drop her off at a restaurant, but she knew she was in danger when he said he needed to stop at Home Depot. When she unbuckled her seatbelt, Kibby pulled out a gun.
“He said, ‘Now I can blow your (expletive) brains out, I can slit your (expletive) throat right open,” she said.
Hernandez, who turned 15 a week after her abduction, was held in a storage trailer in Kibby’s yard. She described how Kibby gagged and blindfolded her, forced her to wear a shock collar and made her call him “master.” When she tried to send a hidden message in a letter she sent to her family a month into her captivity, he held a stun gun to her feet to punish her, she said. But she said she never gave up hope.
“Even when you feel like you lost everything, hope is something nobody can take away from you,” she said. “You can’t lose hope. It’s all you have. It’s almost like breathing or drinking water. It’s something you need to have.”
Hernandez said she is enjoying her new life and career as a hair stylist.
“Freedom really is a beautiful thing,” she said. “It’s bliss. It’s the best thing in the world.”
Asked if her horrific experience has made her stronger or more fragile, she said, “I think it’s made me stronger, definitely.”
You can watch the full interview by going to abc.go.com
Join Premier Rental Purchase’s Fantasy Pick’em League! – 09/07/2018
Owner Sean Young and Ed Garrison dropped by the Magic Morning Show to talk with Gino and told us all about it. Listen below!
To participate in Premier’s Fantasy Pick’em League drop by their showroom or follow them on Facebook. The deadline to enter for the first week’s game is this Sunday (9/08) at 12pm.
For more information about Premier Rental Purchase and everything they have to offer go to NORTHCONWAYPREMIER.COM
Mud Bowl 2018 Is This Weekend! – 09/06/2018
The 43rd Annual Mud Bowl kicks off this weekend and Gino was joined by two Mud Bowlers this morning to tell us all about it. Mount Washington Valley Hogs Quarterback Tommy Wagner and defending 2017 Champion North Country Mud Crocs Quarterback Jason Veno. Listen to the interview below and get all the details!
“Mud Bowl Goes Under The Sea” is the theme for this year’s Championship of Mud Football sponsored by Miller Lite.
The event will be held September 7th, 8th, & 9th at Hog Coliseum located at the North Conway Community Center.
This is a twelve team touch football tournament played in deep mud. Money raised will be donated to the North Conway Community Center, Vaughan Learning Center, Carroll County Retired Senior Volunteer Program, as well as, other non-profits in the Mt Washington Valley.
Each $15 ticket ensures entrance into the games Friday – Sunday and doubles as a raffle ticket for a $500 prize on Saturday & Sunday. Day tickets and a family package are also available!
Team entertainment will surely have you laughing at the Annual Tournament of Mud Parade held Saturday on Main Street in North Conway at 10:00 AM.
Teams include Mt Washington Valley Hogs, North Country Mud Crocs, Carrabassett Valley Rats, Mud Gumbys, North Shore Mud Sharks, New Hampshire Mudcats, Jack’s Predators, Cumberland Muckaneers, Rowley Mud Ducks, The Muddas, Massachusetts Mud Dogs, and Mud Things.
For more details follow Mud Bowl on Facebook or go to NORTHCONWAYCOMMUNITYCENTER.ORG
Special Thanks to Local Sponsors Amoskeag Beverages and Miller Lite!
Valley Businesses Report Great Labor Day Weekend, Expect Even Better Fall Season
NORTH CONWAY, NH – North Conway, NH – The verdict from businesses responding to an informal survey from the Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce was unanimous – the Labor Day weekend was stellar for those hoping to spend time seeking adventure in the Valley over Labor Day weekend and the businesses that served them. Great weather drove visitors to the Valley for the last days of summer. All those businesses responding the survey were enthusiastic about the increases in sales over last year’s Labor Day weekend, mostly attributing the change to weather. When asked about summer business overall, many business owners felt tourism in the Valley was impacted by inaccurate weather forecasts calling for rain that never came. Yet, most survey respondents were able to end the summer even with last year. Overall, there is optimism for the upcoming fall tourism season in Mt Washington Valley.
Weighing in from the Valley’s attractions businesses first was Bob Tupper, owner of White Lake Speedway, Inc Family Fun Center in Tamworth, NH. Reasonable temps and good weather over the weekend resulted in a 40-percent increase in revenues at the Speedway over last year’s Labor Day weekend. “The word about our new indoor air conditioned/year round laser tag arena is finally getting out there. Everyone likes playing and tell us they’ll be back!” shared Tupper. Overall, summer 2018 was even with summer 2017, said Tupper, who largely attributed a lack of growth to the hot temps in July, and inaccurate weather reporting about rain that never materialized, but kept visitors home.
Story Land had a very strong Labor Day weekend, according to Director of Marketing, Lauren Hawkins. “The Valley was busy, and the weather was great. Compared to 2017 we were about even for the holiday weekend,” she told the chamber. “The Labor Day weekend crowds in 2018 spread out more evenly over Saturday and Sunday due to a better forecast. In 2017 we saw rain on Sunday which pushed guests to visit on Saturday or Monday,” shared Hawkins. Story Land’s weekend was topped off with the 6th Annual Memorial Hospital Fun Run to benefit Believe in Books Literacy Programs, with 377 school-aged children taking part in the event, according to Erin Sweeney, Believe in Books Marketing and Media contact. Each year the Fun Run is the kick off to a school-year long initiative to bring Memorial Hospital’s “Let’s Go” health and wellness education and activities to students throughout Mt. Washington Valley, stated a press release sent by Memorial Hospital. Hawkins finished her observations with a look back at the summer. “Overall Story Land had a great summer considering the extreme heat and poor forecasts. Compared to 2017 we are even at this time but expect to have a great fall if the weather cooperates,” she shared.
Jonathan Rivers weighed into the Chamber’s survey from Indian Mound Golf Club saying that amazing weather and great course conditions led to a record breaking Labor Day weekend and the second of two back-to-back great summers. “Even with the heat, we were busier than expected this summer,” said Rivers. In addition, fall bookings are way up for the club and Rivers expects special offers for seniors and military plus special men’s and women’s days to contribute a strong fall foliage season too.
Becca Deschenes, Director of Marketing at Cranmore Mountain Resort, shared the park too had an amazing Labor Day weekend. “We were rocking over the weekend, with Saturday being our busiest day of the summer, and second busiest day over the last three summer seasons,” she shared adding that the Cranmore Adventure Park saw a 30-percent increase in the 3-day Labor Day weekend sales over last year. When asked about the summer, Deschenes added, “We have been able to make up decent ground over the last two weeks of August. It has definitely been an odd summer weather-wise; either being extremely hot or forecasted so. But this weekend couldn’t have been better. If Mother Nature plays fair, and cooperates with the weather this fall, we’ll be able to get closer to where we finished last season,” she added.
At the Conway Scenic Railroad, trains were hopping this weekend, resulting in a 5-percent increase over last year’s Labor Day holiday weekend, according to Susan Logan, Director of Marketing. Susan also shared that reservations are going strong for the fall with a significant increase over last year for groups and individual/family riders.
Jack Fagone, Director of Marketing for Attitash Mountain Resort and Wildcat Mountain told the chamber that both mountain attractions had great holiday weekends, with an increase in visitation over last year, citing good weather as a contributing factor. “Overall, we were happy with the results of Summer despite seeing a slight dip in visitation compared to last year to date. We are looking forward to carrying momentum into the fall season. Both resorts are open on weekends through Columbus Day, shared Fagone.
From the lodging community, Christopher Bellis, co-owner of the Cranmore Inn in North Conway, shared that the inn’s Labor Day weekend bookings were up by 8-percent over last year, mainly due to the nice weather. When asked about the summer season, Bellis replied, “Our summer was ultimately the best summer we have had since we got here six years ago with growth of 6-percent over 2017, although we noted that people were waiting longer to book their vacations this year.” While September advance bookings are slightly lighter than last year at the Cranmore Inn, October is already up by nearly 10-perent over last year, says Bellis, who looks forward to a strong fall foliage season.
At the Inn at Thorn Hill & Spa in Jackson, Steve Lambert, co-owner, shared that the Labor Day weekend was up 18-percent over last year due in large part to to an increase in wine cellar dining packages sold. He also noted that watching the inn’s guest pinning map he’s noted a large increase in Western European guests. In addition, summer numbers were up over last year too due to longer average stays. Lambert is optimistic about the fall season, noting that spending on advance reservations has increased over last year with higher-end room choices and dinner-included packages.
Timothy W. Psaledakis, owner and jeweler at Jewelry by Timothy Psaledakis and Friends in North Conway Village, replied to the chamber’s survey with enthusiasm for both the Labor Day weekend and summer season. “This holiday weekend was nearly double the same weekend last year,” he shared, attributing the increases in sales to a stronger economy, favorable weather and the addition of ‘while you wait’ services performed on fine jewelry in the store. In addition, Psaledakis told the chamber that he’s seen a 50-percent increase over last year in sales for the summer season. “I’m a sole proprietorship and retired from my guard unit last August- the result being that I’m in my store much more,” he shared.
Looking forward to the fall foliage season in Mt Washington Valley, Janice Crawford, Executive Director for the Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce, predicts the Valley could be on its way to a possible record breaking autumn if all things fall into place. “With gas prices falling and leaves in relatively good condition throughout the Valley, we’re looking forward to a strong fall foliage season. Hearing that advance reservations are up for leaf peeping season, we feel that as long as the weather is sunny and bright – and the forecasts match – we could see another record fall foliage season in the Valley.”
According to a late August press release, the American Auto Association (AAA) forecasts that the national gas price average will drop to $2.70 this fall with the possibility of dropping even more. “That is 14-cents less a gallon compared to today’s price and more than a quarter cheaper than this year’s recorded high of $2.97 set in May,” says Jeanette Casselano, AAA spokesperson.
New England fall foliage prognosticators at Yankee Magazine have put weather conditions from January’s frigid temps and an unprecedented unusual late-February thaw together with dry weather in May through June and then a wetter-than-normal summer plus the impact of a developing El Nino into a prediction for all foliage. According to Jim Salge, spokesperson for New England Foliage, “Putting this all together, we are fairly confident that the leaves will be bright, bold, and healthy when they begin to change in most areas, and a colorful, vibrant show should be on tap across most of New England this year. We also believe that the leaves, especially up north, will turn a bit later than historical averages.” A later leaf-peeping season bodes well for Mt Washington Valley.
By Marti Mayne
PR Manager, Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce
207-846-6331
PR@mtwashingtonvalley.org
Auditions for Mulan Jr. Start Tomorrow!
2018 marks the 20th Anniversary of Disney’s Oscar-nominated film Mulan, and to celebrate, this fall the Believe in Books Youth Theater will be holding open auditions for its Youth Production of Disney’s Mulan JR. This show is open to performers between the ages of 7-18, and director Nate Sawyer once again joined Gino on the Magic Morning Show to tell us all about it! Listen below!
Disney’s Mulan JR. is a heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and the fighting spirit. With hit songs and a story packed with action, humor and heart, Disney’s Mulan JR. brings ancient China to life with a modern sensibility.
WHO:
Youth Ages 7-18
WHEN:
Thursday September 6th @6PM
Friday September 7th @6PM
WHERE:
Theater in the Wood
41 Observatory Way
Intervale, NH 03845
WHAT (to prepare):
If you have a headshot & resume, feel free to bring one, but it’s not required. Once arrived, auditioners will learn a short dance combination then will audition in smaller groups. Following you will sing a song of your choosing acapella (no sheet music or CD’s needed).
Mulan Jr. performs October 26th-28th, 2018 @7 PM. Please call the Believe in Books Main Office at 603-356-9980 to sign up for your time slot. There will be a $50 production fee once you are cast, and you will receive one complimentary ticket. If you have any further questions, please contact Nate Sawyer at nate@believeinbooks.org
Labor Day Conway Motorcycle Accident Victims Identified
CONWAY, NH – The victims of a tragic traffic accident in Conway have been identified. 1420 AM WBSM identified David and Cathy Oliveira, both 57, of New Bedford Mass as the victims of a motorcycle accident in Conway on Labor Day.
According to Conway Police a Harley Davidson motorcycle was turning left from East Conway Road onto Eastman Road at around noon Monday when they were struck by a Chevy pickup truck headed west on Eastman Road. Authorities said the driver and passenger of the motorcycle died at the scene, due to their injuries.
Cathy Oliveira was a 5th and 6th grade teacher according to New Bedford Public Schools, who released a statement confirming her passing over the weekend.
The Schools statement read:
“It is with great sadness that we learned that our colleague, Cathy Oliveira, passed away unexpectedly over the weekend. Everyone at NBPS extends condolences to Cathy’s family and are keeping them in our thoughts and prayers during this most challenging time.
For more than 15 years Cathy served as an educator in New Bedford Public Schools at Winslow Elementary School, Grade 5, and most recently at Normandin Middle School, Grade 6.
Counselors are available for any staff who needs support during this difficult time. Additional staff will be available at Normandin Middle School and Winslow Elementary School to provide support to students and staff.”
A family member of the Oliveira’s has set up a Go Fund Me page for their three children of the couple in order to help with expenses. You can find the and donate by going to gofundme.com/oliveira-family
Conway Police said that the investigation remains open and ongoing, but speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors.
Eastman Road and a part of East Conway Road was closed to traffic for about 2 hours as the Conway Police Accident Reconstruction Team investigated the crash. The road closure caused significant traffic complications as route 16 backed up for miles.
Police ask that anyone who may have witnessed the accident contact the department to 603-356-5715.
Two People Killed In Conway Labor Day Motorcycle Accident
CONWAY, NH – Police have confirmed that two people were killed in a motor vehicle accident in Conway on Labor Day.
Conway Police said that at 11:49 am they responded to an accident just outside their station on Eastman Road at the East Conway Road intersection. Police said that a Harley Davidson Motorcycle carrying two passengers attempted to make a left turn onto Eastman Road from East Conway Road when it collided with a Chevy Silverado 2500 pickup truck headed west on Eastman Road.
Authorities said that both the driver and passenger of the motorcycle were pronounced dead at the scene.
Eastman Road was closed to traffic for about 2 hours as the Conway Police Accident Reconstruction Team investigated the crash. The road closure caused significant traffic complications as route 16 backed up for miles, during the busy weekend.
Police said that the investigation remains open and ongoing but speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors. At this time, the Conway Police Department is not releasing the names of the deceased to ensure that family members are properly notified.
They ask that anyone who may have witnessed the accident contact the department to 603-356-5715.
The Carroll County Sheriff’s Department, North Conway Fire Department, Conway Ambulance, North Conway Ambulance and Redstone Fire Department who responded to assist in the investigation and scene management.
WingZilla is Back! – Saturday, September 8th, 2018
WINGZILLA is a Barbecue Chicken Wing Cook-Off Competition and “Luck of the Draw” Horse Shoe Tournament. Cash prizes awarded to the winners of both competitions! Go, enjoy the show and taste BBQ Chicken Wings as you’ve never experienced.
Put your taste buds to the test in the Killazilla Hot Wing Eating Contest or give it your best toss in the Cornhole Contest.
Plus! New this year, RIBZILLA, A Rib Cook-Off Competition joins the lineup!
The Local 1088 Firefighters of Berlin are sponsoring a Luau ATV Poker Run, so wear a Hawaiian shirt and decorate your ATVs with leis and flowers and you can win a prize. All proceeds from the Poker Run go to Operation Warm (new coats for kids).
There’s face painting and games for the kids, and lip-smackin’ barbecue, burgers, hot dogs and a beer tent. There will also be live music provided by ONE HIT THUNDER!
Gino will be broadcasting LIVE from 11am -2pm!
Saturday, September 8th, 2018 | Service Credit Union Heritage Park | 942 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570
Gates open at 9 am – Free admission to the park!
For more details go to ANDROSCOGGINVALLEYCHAMBER.COM or follow them on Facebook!
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Kid’s Race Around Story Land For Literacy This Labor Day!
Kids race in Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s Kids’ Fun Run 2017. ~ Photo courtesy of believeinbooks.org
GLEN, NH –On Labor Day, Monday, September 3rd, kids will get to race through Story Land in Glen, NH for Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s Kids Fun Run presented by Memorial Hospital and Story Land.The Kids’ Fun Run will begin promptly at 9:00 am with registration opening up in the back parking lot at 8:15 am. Last year, over 400 kids participated in this event and Believe in Books Literacy Foundation is hoping for even more this year! Bonuses of participating as a racer include a t-shirt, a medal, and a free admission into Story Land for the entire day! Local children in school districts SAU 9, 13, 20, 3 & MSAD 72 have their registration fee covered by Memorial Hospital, so they can race for free! All other participants only pay a $10 donation to register! All net proceeds from this event will go towards BIBLF’s Books from Birth program.
Books from Birth started in 2008 and since then, BIBLF has been able to provide new books to over 3,000 families through this outreach program. Children in this program are mailed new, age-appropriate books at important developmental stages at no cost to the family when they return a postcard provided at a participating hospital! Looking to expand this program to more hospitals in more towns, BIBLF hopes to raise funds and awareness of the importance of an early introduction to literacy. Statistics show early introductions to literacy provide an increase in educational outcomes and continuous reading habits into adulthood.
Visit www.believeinbooks.org to register for the event or to sign up and help volunteer at the event. Volunteers will also receive an event t-shirt and a free pass into Story Land that day! BIBLF is hoping this will be the biggest Fun Run to date.
This fundraiser is one that the Believe In Books Literacy Foundation has created to help support its literacy initiatives. The Believe In Books Literacy Foundation is a Charitable 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit guided by the needs and involvement of the communities of which it serves, with a mission to advance healthy development of young minds through literacy programs that encourage early reading, imagination, and physical activity. Visit believeinbooks.org for more information about their fundraisers and literacy programs.