CONCORD, NH — Robert John Atwood, 41, a homeless man now located in Concord, was arrested at 2:04 a.m. on July 29, 2024, on a theft by unauthorized taking-$1,501-plus charge. Police were sent to NE Life at 41 Terrill Park Drive around 10:30 a.m. on April 22 for a report of a 2021 Nissan van theft. The officer received information from Pembroke police that Atwood was in the van two days before, the affidavit stated. An employee was interviewed about the theft as well as video footage of the van being stolen on April 19. The officer eyed the video and “positively identified” the man as Atwood, the report stated. No other people were near the van, the officer wrote. The officer then went to Pembroke to speak to police who had the van. Inside, they found several food wrappers and ciggie butts in cups. The officer learned later a driver had left the keys in the van since Enterprise was supposed to pick it up, the report stated. On May 16, the employee was interviewed again and they said the van was emptied out and had been in the lot for about a month. They said they had a single employee who smoked but they did not use that van. The range of the value of the van, the officer found out on June 11, was between $5,600 and $8,213, according to Kelly Blue Book. An officer from Pembroke reconfirmed with the Concord officer that Atwood was found in the driver’s seat parked at a Pembroke business, the affidavit said. When questioned about him having the van, Atwood was accused of saying it belonged to a friend, but he could not provide a name of his “friend,” the officer wrote. A warrant was issued on July 24.
Sarah E. Gerardi, 36, of Maude Terrace in Watertown, Massachusetts, was arrested at 1:19 a.m. on July 20 on stalking and breach of bail charges after an incident or investigation on Randlett Street.
Rose Ivy, born 2002, of Concord was arrested at 1:11 a.m. on July 18 on simple assault and domestic violence-simple assault charges. She was arrested after an incident or investigation on Merrimack Street in Concord.
Michael Byron, born 1977, of Epsom was arrested at 2:35 p.m. on July 17 on simple assault and domestic violence-simple assault charges after an incident or investigation at the 7-Eleven at 9 Village St.
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Julia Elizabeth Cusenza, born 1996, of Manchester was arrested at 12:51 p.m. on July 14 on simple assault, domestic violence-simple assault, and criminal mischief charges after an incident or investigation on North Main Street.
Matayo A. Riley, born 1997, of Concord was arrested at 8:10 p.m. on July 3 on sexual assault, simple assault, and indecent exposure-gross lewdness charges. He was arrested after an incident or investigation at Walmart at 344 Loudon Road.
Nickolaos Barous, born 1995, of Concord received a summons at 1:32 a.m. on July 3 on license required and suspension of vehicle registration violations after an incident or investigation at 118 Storrs St.
Michael Joslin, born 1985, of Concord was arrested at 9:38 a.m. on July 1 on simple assault, disorderly conduct, and criminal mischief charges after an incident or investigation at Concord High School at 170 Warren St.
Anthony Blake Lancelot Jr., born 1993, of Concord was arrested at 10:56 p.m. on June 30 on a bench warrant. He was arrested after an incident or investigation on Hall Street.
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Schultz said she “highly respects” Aspell, too, but there was a “dissonance between reality” when eyeing what the public and city employees were earning.
Ward 6 City Council Aislinn Kalob, too, would not be voting for the increase, saying it had been “heavily on my mind since we’ve had our nonpublic sessions,” which lasted about six hours of work. She appreciated Kretovic clearly outlining the job of city manager. But people were frustrated with the city manager, and she saw that in the comments in online forums.
“I do feel, after really digging into this, and learning about his job,” she said, “and thinking toward the future when, eventually, at some point, somebody new will be sitting in that seat, we are the ones who direct policy and he is the one that implements it… there is anger out there that should be directed more toward us.”
Kalob said, too, a room full of firefighters, upset about their contract, also made voting for the wage increase something she could not consider.
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Michele Horne of Ward 2 echoed similar concerns to Schultz, saying there was significant “wage disparity” between the public and staff and the city manager. She also agreed with Kalob’s point that previous councils created this contract.
Sunflowers are my absolute FAVORITE flowers. I truly feel like they have magical uplifting abilities. Hence, why I’ve always kept fresh sunflowers in my house, brightening up my kitchen table or even my TV stand.
Obviously, it was a dream of mine to have my maternity photos taken in a sunflower field. They reflect sunshine and exude happiness.
Not to mention, one of my favorite quotes is about sunflowers! “Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow. It’s what sunflowers do.” Helen Keller
A beautiful reminder to keep an optimistic outlook on life and not dwell on the negative.
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So, you can imagine the joy I felt when I learned that New Hampshire had its very own Sunflower Festival at Coppal House Farm in Lee!
Coppal House Farm via FacebookCoppal House Farm via Facebook
About the Sunflower Festival:
During the summer, the farm transforms into a sea of golden blooms, giving visitors the chance to wander through thousands of sunflowers, snap photos, enjoy local food vendors, artisan crafts, listen to live music, and experience one of New Hampshire’s most beautiful summer traditions.
Other unique activities on the itinerary? Sip-n-snip! Guests can enjoy a cocktail or mocktail of their choice and cut their own fresh bouquet of flowers.
Coppal House Farm via FacebookCoppal House Farm via Facebook
Or maybe you’re a yoga fan? You can join a 60-minute sweat session from Lee, New Hampshire yoga instructors right in the heart of the flower field.
And because the farm grows oilseed sunflowers for culinary oil (which they harvest in the fall months), the flowers only stay at their peak for a brief window, making the festival a limited-time experience, according to the festival organizers…
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What makes this event even more special is the reason behind it. The festival started as a way to share the beauty of the sunflower fields, but it has grown into something much bigger. Organizers say the event has raised more than $90,000 for Make-A-Wish New Hampshire over the years and now shares a portion of its proceeds with several local nonprofit organizations serving the Seacoast community.
Anyone who knows me knows that paying it forward is something that’s incredibly important to me. It’s right up there with my love of sunflowers because both fill my cup in the best way. So, when I found out this festival celebrates my favorite flower and gives back to the community, I knew I had to share it.
Sunflower Festival Details:
This festival only runs from Saturday, July 25th until Sunday, August 2nd. You can get the full list of activities and more on the Coppal Farm website.
Daily Field Hours
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10:00 AM – 6:30 PM (last admission at 6PM because fields close at 6:30) Weekend Tickets (prepurchased online – day before) $12 per person ages 13 & older $10 per person ages 5-12 $10 per person Seniors (65+) & Military 4 yrs & under are always free Weekend Tickets (purchased day of – online or at farm): $16 per person ages 13 & older $14 per person ages 5-12 $14 per person Seniors (65+) & Military 4 yrs & under are always free includes: access to sunflower fields, craft fair, food vending area, tented shade area, picnic area, farm animals, & live music
Weekday Tickets (prepurchased online – day before) $8 per person ages 13 & older $6 per person ages 5-12 $6 per person Seniors (65+) & Military 4 yrs & under are always free
Weekday Tickets (purchased day of – online or at farm) $12 per person ages 13 & older $10 per person ages 5-12 $10 per person Seniors (65+) & Military 4 yrs & under are always free
What tickets include: Access to sunflower fields, food vending area, tented shade area, picnic area, and farm animals
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This festival might just leave you smiling long after you leave the fields!
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“Dear PoPville,
I was biking home from a doctor appointment a little before noon on Friday, and stopped at a red light on New Hampshire & L st nw. There was a woman across the street who was looking fine in her dark blue (I think they were) scrubs. I might be crazy, but it felt like we kept checking each other out. By the third time,
if we were in a romcom, one of us would have waved. Sorry I didn’t, but if you are reading this and date men, reach out to the Prince if you are interested in that man on the bike. Have a great weekend!”
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