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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 2008
Page
1
Newfields Community Church launches Pounds for Petrol to cover heating oil costs. Fifteen volunteers began weight loss in June with monthly weigh-ins and final weigh-in in November, aiming to raise funds through sponsors per pound or fixed donations. Parishioners note prior efforts fell short as fuel costs rise.
Two anti union groups spend multimillion dollars in TV ads urging employees to back the Employee Free Choice Act. The push aims to speed up unionization by confirming majority support through card signatures, as coverage notes political strategy and opposition.
Stratham farmer Jonn Law criticizes the rainy summer that halted hay making. He needs 48 hours of sun to mow and bale 70 acres, predicting about 4,000 bales this year instead of 6,000. Nationwide, New Hampshire hay acreage fell from 51,000 to 46,000 acres from 2006 to 2007, producing 105,000 to 85,000 tons. Nearby Kirk Scamman reports his early cut produced a strong year with 15,000 bales annually, awaiting sun for a second crop.
City celebrates 85 years since acquiring Peirce Island and 12th anniversary of the Peirce Island Committee. The island has served recreation sightseeing and as a central city hub while Fort Washington history and a 1775 pontoon bridge link to the mainland are noted.
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