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Merrimack News

Local Eagle Scout recognized at reception

MERRIMACK - On Jan. 12, Daniel Webster Council held the 2017 Eagle Scout Recognition Reception at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics at St. Anselm College. This event honored the 218 Scouts who attained the rank of Eagle in 2016 of whom 15 Eagle Scouts are from Merrimack. The Scouts from ...

School holiday drive helps needy children

MERRIMACK - The Learning Experience, the nation's fastest growing Academy of Early Education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old, in Merrimack (located at 706 Milford Road), accepted donations of toys, gift cards, games and personal items leading up to the holidays to give to children in need ...

State Library, first in the nation, celebrates 300 years in 2017

CONCORD - The New Hampshire State Library - the first state library in America - will be celebrating its 300th anniversary throughout 2017. At the Jan. 18 governor and council meeting, Gov. Chris Sununu read a proclamation naming 2017 "New Hampshire State Library Year." In ...

Chamber honors outgoing directors, welcomes new members

MERRIMACK - While the start of 2017 will be introducing fresh talent to the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce board, it also means several dedicated board members' terms have ended. Special thanks to John Phelan, 2015-16, commercial lending officer, VP at Enterprise Bank; Mary Hendricks, ...

How to avoid computer vision syndrome at work and home

The most important thing you can do to prevent or treat computer vision problems is to have a comprehensive eye exam. According to the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, computer users should have an eye exam before they start working on a computer and once a year ...

NH Audubon needs help with bird survey

CONCORD - New Hampshire Audubon's Backyard Winter Bird Survey is celebrating 30 years of tracking the state's winter birds, and biologists need assistance from residents to get a clear picture of what's really happening with the birds. The survey will take place Saturday-Sunday, Feb. ...