Monthly Archives: September 2017

Liberal Objection to Google’s Power Never Translates to their Obsession With Government

Gizmodo like most liberal mouthpieces, worries about the overreaching power of monopolistic behemoths like Google. Google started out as a company dedicated to ensuring the best access to information possible, but as it’s grown into one of the largest and most profitable … Continue reading

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Profs discover 5 new types of ‘invisibility microaggressions’

Two professors recently discovered that there are five different types of “invisibility microaggressions” women of color face, according to an article published Monday. Jasmine Mena, a Psychology professor at Bucknell University, and Annemarie Vaccaro, who teaches Higher Education at the University … Continue reading

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NH Lawmakers remain divided on workforce development

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Lawmakers who oppose expanding New Hampshire’s workforce development efforts argue the state shouldn’t add new programs without evaluating the effectiveness of more than a dozen existing programs. But such an analysis is already in place, and … Continue reading

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Tune in at 8:40 for The New Media Militia on Girard at Large

It’s another Monday morning which means I’ll be trekking over to the super-secret studio above Jaques Flower Shop for Girard at Large. Be sure to tune in at 8:40 on WLMW 90.7 FM or listen online at Girard at Large.com. … Continue reading

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UFO festival drawing to a close in New Hampshire

EXETER, N.H. (AP) — UFO experts and enthusiasts are celebrating the holiday weekend by discussing extraterrestrial sightings and abductions in New Hampshire. The Exeter UFO Festival featured two days of speakers, including a relative of Barney and Betty Hill, who … Continue reading

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Sununu: Send kids back to school after Labor Day

“I am strongly considering a proposal to change the dynamic of our education system in a way that works better for our families and for our economy,” Gov. Chris Sununu, 42, told the New Hampshire Union Leader during a telephone … Continue reading

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NH Beach: Pick up Poop, or Pay Up

RYE, N.H. (AP) — A town that’s home to a popular beach in New Hampshire is putting dog owners on notice: Pick up or pay up. Officials in Rye, New Hampshire, have put up notices warning of a fine of up to … Continue reading

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Laconia Looks To Make Invisible Dog Fences Pointless

A council committee agreed Monday to have the ordinance drafted, with Councilors Ava Doyle and Armand Bolduc in favor and Councilor David Bownes against. There is already a law against an owner allowing a dog to run free and cause … Continue reading

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Pagans find camaraderie at New Hampshire’s TempleFest 2017

Folklorist and anthropologist Dr. Sabina Magliocco says Pagans attend festivals for a range of reasons, “Everything from seeking to immerse themselves completely in Pagan culture, to reconnecting with old friends, experiencing nature in the company of other Pagans, and participating … Continue reading

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Labor Day Weekend – Not a Lot of Local to Share

If you noticed, there has not been much “local” content to share. But as the fall leads to winter and the legislature starts waking from its slumber, we should have tons of stuff to share. Until then, we’ll do the … Continue reading

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