New Hampshire lawmakers face Norquist pledge pushback
Democracy for New Hampshire claims a right wing Washington group uses intimidation to sway state politics through Grover Norquist and his Taxpayer Pledge. Republicans defend independence, while critics point to gunny of pressure over taxes and a House leadership shake up.
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Fishing grants spur meeting in Seabrook
Seabrook fishermen plan a Tuesday meeting at the Yankee Co-op to protest National Marine Fisheries grants that let certain boats fish in closed Gulf of Maine waters and sell catches alongside grant revenue. Shipowner Jim Antanovich of the vessel Shelby mails a letter to fellow anglers voicing anger at biased allocations and access.
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Lottery results and notices from Tri-State Daily May 22 2005
Sunday draw results list the Tri-State Daily Day and Evening numbers plus several regional lottery games and two Saturday draws. The page includes references to Mass Daily and Mass Megabucks results, a World/Nation section, Seacoast, Obituaries, Opinion, N H Maine, and The Last Word.
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Bardwell Estes Win Selectmen in Local Race
Bardwell and Estes are elected selectmen in a local race. The two winners prevail in the nonpartisan contest, securing seats on the town board. Voters chose the incumbents and newcomers amid a quiet municipal election.
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Estes Wins York Selectman Seat After May Referendum
In York Maine Michael Estes won a selectman seat after a May referendum election that saw 3 569 ballots counted and extended library hours approved. He defeated incumbent Michael Palumbo and former selectman Stanley Wilson for one of two open seats. Two petitions circulated during the day opposed same sex marriage and state funding shortfalls. State legislators mentioned include State Sen Mary Black Andrews and Rep David Ott.
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Waning Support for City Budget Limit in Portsmouth
Portsmouth councilors express unhappiness with this year’s budget process and the 4 percent directive approved in February. Mayor Evelyn Sirrell says she would not have supported Steve Marchand’s proposal for a budget with no more than a 4 percent increase. Councilor Tom Ferrini regrets divisiveness after the vote and calls for a return to the Joint Budget Committee process for inclusiveness and less political grandstanding.
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Walkers Unite to Fight Heart Disease on Rainy Seacoast Day
The Seacoast Heart Walk drew about 250 participants despite rain. Survivors like Karen Merrill highlighted the impact of heart disease and praised the American Heart Association for research and prevention efforts. Nancy Pederzini noted funds support research, education, and advocacy, including New England goals to raise cigarette taxes to deter teen smoking.
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