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Story Archives of 'Merrimack'In Merrimack, Edwards Calls For More College AidBy Amy Quinton on Tuesday, October 23, 2007.At Merrimack High School today, Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards touted his plan to make college affordable. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
New Proposals to Relieve Merrimack's Toll PlightBy Sheryl Rich-Kern on Wednesday, June 20, 2007.If a new plan goes through, Merrimack residents may get a break on highway tolls. Town residents have long complained that they pay more in tolls than anyone else in the state. And according to a Department of Transportation study, Merrimack drivers pay as much as 42 cents a mile on the Everett Turnpike. That’s a lot more than the average three cents a mile. NHPR Correspondent Sheryl Rich-Kern reports on the new plan laid out before the town council. listen:
  New Hampshire May Soon Have a Science and Technology Charter SchoolBy Sheryl Rich-Kern on Monday, June 18, 2007.New Hampshire’s first charter school to concentrate on science, math, engineering, and design is scheduled to open this fall. The new Academy for Science and Design will be free and is accepting applications from students across the state. Some residents are hoping a more flexible curriculum will better prepare students for jobs in technology. NHPR Correspondent Sheryl Rich-Kern files this report. listen:
Governor Romney, Pay Up!By David Darman on Tuesday, June 13, 2006.With all the rain New Hampshire has received this spring, the five federal dams that control the level of the Merrimack River have been getting attention. Decades ago severe flooding in southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts prompted the two states to make a deal.. The two states would pay New Hampshire towns to set aside land for the Army Corps of Engineers to build the dams. Their purpose is to divert flood waters to lessen any potential damage down-stream. But New Hampshire officials complain Massachusetts isn't keeping up with its side of the contract. And they say the Bay State owes about 3 million dollars. New Hampshire Public Radio's David Darman has more. listen:
Merrimack to Decide on Outlet MallBy Avishay Artsy on Monday, April 11, 2005.Voters in Merrimack head to the polls tomorrow (Tuesday). And one issue they are going to decide is whether they want to change the zoning on a large parcel of industrial land to allow for some type of commercial development. The debate over Article 2 has divided the town into those who want Merrimack to be home to a large outlet mall.....and those who do not. NHPR Correspondent Avishay Artsy has more. listen:
Outlet Mall or Industrial ParkBy Avishay Artsy on Thursday, January 20, 2005.A large upscale outlet mall or an industrial park. That's the question facing Merrimack residents. The town is struggling over an issue that could have far reaching effects over the future of the southern New Hampshire town. Developers say the shopping area would create new jobs and tax revenue. But nearby landowners say it will only bring in noise and traffic jams. NHPR Correspondent Avishay Artsy has more. listen:
Milford Cuts Funding for Bus ServiceBy Shannon Mullen on Friday, April 23, 2004.A bus route between Milford and Nashua has been helping some needy New Hampshire residents get to work for about two years. Federal grants and local match funds have been paying for the route that transports people who live in Milford, Amherst and Merrimack, to their jobs in Nashua. But local officials have pulled their funding because they say there aren�t enough people using the bus to justify its cost. This week, transportation officials from Nashua held a public hearing in Milford to tell residents the bus won�t be coming to town anymore. New Hampshire Public Radio�s Shannon Mullen has more. listen:
The Merrimack Village Dam May Be Coming DownBy Carolyn D'Aquila on Monday, July 7, 2003.The Merrimack Village Dam has been a fixture in the town for a century. But its owner no longer has any use for it. Maintenance is expensive. And biologists say the dam prevents fish from spawning. Now the dam's owners and local officials are considering its removal. New Hampshire Public Radio correspondent Carolyn D'Aquila reports. listen:
The Most Important Position No One Votes ForBy Mark Bevis on Monday, November 4, 2002.It's the most important election that no one ever votes in. That's how one observer described the election for county attorney. And this year, it could also be called the election few people run for. Of the ten county attorney posts in the state, only two are contested on this year's ballot. One of them is in Merrimack County. NHPR's Mark Bevis has this preview. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Superfund Slowdown Raises Merrimack Site QuestionsBy Dan Gorenstein on Wednesday, July 3, 2002.The town of Merrimack is home to a 13-acre plot of land that is considered to be one of the most contaminated spots in New Hampshire. Town leaders are hoping for federal superfund money to restore the site. But those hopes are fading as funds for the program shrink. NHPR?s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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