When you think of natural surroundings in New Hampshire the first thing that may come to mind are the state’s beautiful forests. While these are certainly stunning (they are where I spend much of my time), there are also bits of nature tucked away in places that you might not expect. One of them is this exquisite garden restaurant in New Hampshire where you can dine in a most beautiful natural setting.
Mile Away Restaurant in Milford has been welcoming guests for over half a century. Originally a farm built in 1746, it was one of the first settlements in the “lost” town of Monson.
The farm was converted into a restaurant in 1967 and was subsequently purchased by the Murphy family, who still manage it today.
Owner Joshua Murphy, Executive Chef Mark Worcester, and General Manager Kyle Altman welcome all to this historic destination where the spirit of 18th-century hospitality continues.
Mile Away offers a classic European four-course menu consisting of an appetizer, salad, entree, and dessert.
Guests to the restaurant’s outdoor dining space, The Patio, can roam the three acres of gardens and partake in games of cornhole and horseshoes.
The Patio is open to the public and features a seated bar, a standing bar under awnings, and patio tables with umbrellas. It’s a great spot to enjoy a drink before your reservation.
The gardens are a relaxing space to study the plants and flowers and perhaps watch the local pollinators in action.
The Mile Away grounds can also be reserved for weddings and other special events such as birthdays, graduations, or business functions.
To learn more about this charming garden restaurant in New Hampshire, to make a reservation, or to book an event, visit the Mile Away Restaurant website. Also, be sure to keep up with Mile Away Restaurant on Facebook for all of the latest updates.
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Mile Away Restaurant & Tented Venue, 52 Federal Hill Rd, Milford, NH 03055, USA
CONCORD – While Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte has said she opposes increasing highway toll rates across the state, the Senate voted Thursday to increase rates for out-of-state license plate holders.
It now goes to the House for consideration.
This would be a $1 increase for those who have out of state plates going through the tolls at Hooksett, Hampton and Bedford for out-of-state plates, a 75 cent hike for those taking Hampton’s Exit 2 and on the Spaulding turnpike at Rochester, and a 50 cent hike for those taking the exit off I-93 to Hooksett.
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An analysis in the bill shows that this would increase toll revenue by $53.3 million in fiscal year 2027 and go up each year to generate $81.4 million a year in 2036.
Senate Bill 627 passed on a voice vote with two Republicans, Senators Regina Birdsell of Hampstead and William Gannon of Sandown opposing.
Senator Mark E. McConkey, R-Freedom, moved to take the bill off the table and offered an amendment. He said the last time there was a systemwide increase to the turnpike toll was 19 years ago.
“I am sure we could all agree the cost of operations…has continued to escalate when revenue is not rising with it,” and he noted that with an enterprise fund, the state can only spend what it takes in.
The state has just completed a 10-year highway plan and there was a $400 million shortfall in projects that could not be paid for under the current income.
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McConkey said the measure would not increase tolls for New Hampshire drivers with a state license plate.
“Why don’t we ask our neighbors,” to pay a toll increase. “We are getting the best of all worlds,” by passing the bill, he said, including “protecting our residents” and having resources for improvements to the turnpike system.
Sen. Gannon, R-Sandown, asked McConkey if there are any studies on impacts near the border on businesses.
If implemented, McConkey said the state will be the 27th lowest in per mile cost still. McConkey said the bill would also increase from seven to 14 days the amount of time for those with NH license plates to pay for a toll adding there are other states that also have different rates for out-of-state users.
The Hampton toll cost would go from $2 to $3, while Hooksett and Bedford would rise from $1 to $2 for out-of-state plates.
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New Hampshire currently has the lowest rate per mile among states with tolls roads. The governor said she does not support a toll increase.
“We are not going to put a burden on drivers for a toll increase,” Ayotte said. “Families are struggling.”
WILTON, N.H. (WHDH) – A woman died in a Wilton, New Hampshire, house fire Wednesday morning, according to the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office.
At 9:08 a.m., Wilton firefighters responded to Burns Hill Road after a caller said their home was filling up with smoke. When they arrived, a single-family home was on fire and they found out two people were still inside on the second floor.
A man and a woman were both taken out of the house by firefighters and taken to Elliott Hospital. The woman was pronounced dead and the man is in serious condition.
Officials have not released the name of the victim at this time.
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At this time, investigators are looking into the cause of the fire and are trying to determine if a power outage in the area played a factor. The fire is not currently considered suspicious.
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