Gone are the days of “whatever” regulation.You bought your little piece of New Hampshire, so you can do whatever you want with your property, right?Once upon a time — and really not so long ago — that was true. You could buy a few acres in the backwoods of the Granite State and do pretty much as you pleased. Zoning…
Our state is truly exceptional, often for going against the grain.Every election season political analysts around the country collectively search for the “Big Theme,” or what the year’s particular elections are all about. Once there is a general consensus everyone follows suit and predicts winners and losers within this framework.Setting the stage for the oddsmakers this year – Scott Brown’s…
Autumn awakens the inner cinematographer in us all – so beware.Inspired by autumnal nostalgia, I made the mistake today of watching some home movies taken during my vacationing New Hampshire boyhood. For those of you too young to remember 8-mm movie-making (which feels like everyone these days), here’s how it worked:First, after loading the film (yes, FILM), you’d take a…
From Merrimack to Chocorua, from Nashua to Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire owes much of its nomenclature to its pre-Colonial native people. But for a state so rich with Indian names and legends, official tribal status here is nil and offices for the Penacook and Abenaki consist of a phone and a street address. But that’s about to change since, this summer,…
Quilts were made for more than warmth – they were a means of self-expression and a reflection of the makers’ experiences.Perhaps it was a woman alone working by lamplight. Perhaps it was a group of women or a family working together. However the quilt-making was done in the last two centuries, for most it was both a practical and creative…
Squam Lake Inn owner Rae Andrews’ mom, Debbie, baked this crisp, served with Sandwich Creamery vanilla ice cream.Makes 10 to 12 servings 12 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 5 ounces unsalted butter, chilled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 1/2 cups oatmeal…
It’s hard to feel particularly cheerful about summer coming to a close, but along with the onslaught of back-to-school commercials, cooler nights and turning leaves comes something to look forward to – fair season! New Hampshire is home to many legendary fairs – such as the 134-year-old Deerfield Fair – and you could very well fill every weekend from September…
Need a good reason to sport the newt? This month’s lucky (and fearless) newt spotter will receive a $50 gift certificate to the Seacoast Soap Company of Stratham (www.seacoastsoaps.com). This company offers “only the highest quality bath care that’s inspired by nature – hand-crafted and made on the New Hampshire Seacoast.”Our Spot the Newt contest is hosted each month by…
Things to do from one end of the state to the other.The drive along Route 112 from border to border through the heart of the White Mountains could be whizzed through in a morning. But what fun would that be, when New Hampshire’s summer playground is filled with amusements, activities and places to get out and enjoy the great outdoors?Begin…
These seniors are off their rockers — in a good way.Giving up your home can be hard. But making the move to the right retirement community can be an enjoyable alternative — as well as an adventure.Very few people actually want to leave their home, where they created their memories and raised their families. On the other hand, there’s the…
