CONCORD, NH — Grant Provencher, born 1984, of Chesley Street in Concord was arrested at 4:47 p.m. on Aug. 2, 2024, on simple assault and resisting arrest or detention charges. He was arrested after an incident or investigation on Chesley Street.
Corey Michael Lakevicius, 59, a homeless man now located in Concord, was arrested at 11:47 p.m. on July 26 on a stalking charge. He was arrested after an incident or investigation on Mountain Road.
Justin Weber, born 1980, of Concord was arrested at 12:19 p.m. on July 25 on a bench warrant after an incident or investigation at the Concord Coop at 24 S. Main St.
Vincent A. Mott, born 1991, of Concord was arrested at 2 p.m. on July 19 on an arrest prior to requisition as well as a bench warrant, a felony second-degree assault-strangulation-domestic violence charge, and a felony second-degree assault-strangulation charge. He was arrested after an incident or investigation on North Main Street. Read more about this case here: Concord Man, Also A Boston Fugitive, Faces Assault Charges in Massachusetts, New Hampshire
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Jesse Lorenzo Moscarito, born 1996, of Concord was arrested at 1:43 p.m. on July 18 on a criminal mischief charge after an incident or investigation on Merrimack Street.
Joseph R. Giconte, born 1995, of Concord was arrested at 9:12 p.m. on July 17 on simple assault and domestic violence-simple assault charges after an incident or investigation on Fisherville Road.
Kimberly Lynette Orantes, born 1976, of Concord was arrested at 2:54 a.m. on July 17 on three bench warrants after an incident or investigation on Monroe Street.
Mikayla C. Georgoulakos, born 2000, of Concord received a summons at 1:25 p.m. on July 15 on a bench warrant after an incident or investigation at Stickney Avenue.
John Ratchford, born 1981, of Concord received a summons at 2:15 a.m. on July 13 on an operating with an expired license-subsequent charges after an incident or investigation on North Main Street.
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Kristen Alexander, 48, of Laconia received a summons at 8:31 p.m. on July 3 on three simple assault charges after an incident or investigation at Concord Hospital at 250 Pleasant St.
Nathaniel G. Griffin, 24, a homeless man now located in Concord, was arrested on a bench warrant at 9:55 a.m. on July 3, as well as two felony drug possession charges. Police were sent to the Concord Public Library at 45 Green St. for a report of two people, a man and a woman, “acting strange” who “appeared to be impaired inside the library,” an affidavit stated. The reporting officer first spoke to a woman in her late 30s, who asked if library staff called the police and then admitted to being “a little aggressive” inside. Staff then pointed out the man, Griffin, and police went to speak with him. He asked why police were speaking with him and the officer explained library staff said they both did not seem to be acting right, a report stated. Griffin stated he was just there reading books about computers, the officer wrote. An officer ran a check on Griffin while asking him to step outside, and he had an electronic bench warrant out of Nashua District Court for nonappearance with bail set at $100 cash. After he was outside, and the warrant and his descriptors were confirmed, he was arrested. Griffin “immediately began to tell me there was a small black cross strap bag that was not his, it was (the woman’s),” the affidavit stated, “(and) he asked if I could give it to her.” The woman came over, was asked if the bag was hers, she denied it, and Griffin was then searched and secured in the police cruiser, the officer wrote. His belongings were searched, and inside the black cross-strap bag was a small baggie with a white crystal substance believed to be methamphetamine, according to the report. Griffin was taken straight to the county jail, and the officer noted his belongings were searched there. A tan rock substance, believed to be fentanyl, inside a plastic wrapper was found inside a glass container, the affidavit said. Griffin’s case was boundover from Concord District Court to Merrimack County Superior Court on July 16. He is due back in superior court for a dispositional conference hearing on Oct. 17.
Rebecca Caryn Anderson, born 1995, of Manchester received a summons at 9:45 a.m. on July 2 on an operating with an expired license charge and a suspension of vehicle registration violation after an incident or investigation at 164 Loudon Road.
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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
READ MORE: A Classic Fairy Tale Comes To Life At Portsmouth’s Prescott Park This Summer
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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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