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Smith Farm located on Route 4/Back River Road. Courtesy Todd Selig
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A reminder that Indigenous Peoples’ Day is being celebrated in Durham and within the Oyster River Cooperative School District on Monday, October 8th. In Durham, Town employees have the day off in observance of this holiday. Nationally, October 8th is also celebrated as Columbus Day.
Although the offices will be closed, there will be NO CHANGES TO THE REFUSE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION SCHEDULE. PLEASE HAVE ALL ITEMS OUT BY 7AM AS ALWAYS. View the Holiday pick-up schedule HERE.
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DURHAM POLICE TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE FOR KATHRYN MONE
Kathryn’s last day with the Durham Police Department is Sunday, October 14th, so the department is having an open house at the DPD with light refreshments on Friday, October 12th, from 11:30AM to 1:30PM. Kathryn is currently a Sergeant with the DPD. She has been hired to become the Police Chief in North Hampton, NH.
All residents, friends, and co-workers are encouraged to stop by to say hello and wish good luck to Kathryn.
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RIVERWOODS DURHAM CONSTRUCTION - Drone footage of progress
The RiverWoods construction site is progressing and the building footprints are beginning to become visible.
View a drone fly-over video of the entire site taken near the end of September HERE.
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Milne Nature Sanctuary Master Plan Concept.
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MILNE SANCTUARY MASTER PLAN CONCEPT TO BE PRESENTED - Thursday Oct 11th at 7:00P in the Council Chambers
This plan is preliminary. The Milne Wildlife Sanctuary Committee is looking forward to public input to refine the approach.
Funding for the design and initial implementation provided by the Margery Milne Trust.
WHERE: This is the town park on Mill Pond Rd in the Faculty neighborhood. This is a great opportunity for Durham citizens to have a say about what is proposed for their neighborhood.
WHY: The area as it now is is not particularly welcoming to birds and pollinators and the committee would like to make it much more so with more native plants. The committee wants to include more biodiversity that a fully natural area has. Also a small deck at water level enables residents to see some of the natural area that they haven't really spent time with.
More ideas to come.
View more information HERE.
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VARIOUS TOWN UPDATES — From budgets to Little Bay to a bikeshare
At this point in the budget process, Mr. Selig and the Business Office are working to whittle down budget requests that have been received by departments to date. Mr. Selig has spent Wed. - Friday going through every line item, one by one, making adjustments. Business Manager Jablonski is now making these entries to see where we are at present, and how much more will need to be cut to try to meet the Council’s goal of keeping the local municipal portion of the rate flat for the fourth year in a row, which may or may not be feasible given the lack of additional tax base that has been added through new construction.
The Leadership Team, comprised of the Town’s department heads and several other staff members, discussed the idea of the Town developing wayfinding signage such as that utilized and recently installed by UNH. While the signage would be beautiful and certainly helpful for visitors not familiar with the community, the consensus was that Durham simply cannot afford such extravagant signage. The estimated cost was $30,000 for signage development, plus another $70,000 in costs for a total of around $100,000. While our existing signage may not be perfect, we felt that DPW could develop as needed signage through traditional means at a much lower cost.
In terms of establishing a bikeshare program in Durham such as Lime Bike or Zagster, the local Seacoast area bike organization, SABR, is obtaining some additional information for us. The UNH Student Senate has expressed an interest in such a program. We have no idea of the cost at this point in time.
On Monday, the Council discussed whether it makes sense to include a representative from the UNH Student Senate to participate as part of the Council and Administrator Roundtable Discussion agenda item at each Council meeting. The goal is to better engage and create relationships with the UNH Student Senate and UNH students in general who reside in Durham. Councilors Al Howland and Sally Tobias led the discussion and UNH Student Senate External Affairs Chairperson Liam Sullivan attended the meeting and participated in the conversation. After discussion, the preferred option by the Council seemed to be to have a UNH Senate section just after Councilor and Administrator Roundtable. That would provide an opportunity to hear our Durham committee reports and comment during a Student Senate report to the Council. We also hope to give all the Councilors an opportunity to see a UNH Student Senate meeting as well, which meets every Sunday on campus.
The Traffic Safety Committee discussed speed concerns on Edgewood Road between Main Street and Madbury Road. After discussion, Chief Kurz is planning to bring forward a proposal for a three-way stop sign at Edgewood Rd./Davis Ave. In addition, we will take a look at whether fog lines would be beneficial on Edgewood, given that the area is currently marked with Sharrows.
The Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s Office and DPW are working to issue quarterly water/sewer bills. The NHDES has required that communities move to quarterly billing. This unfortunately impacts our cost structure as we have to juggle two additional yearly billings, which takes staff time — and time is money.
Code Officer Audrey Cline is processing several court actions concerning trash, parking, etc.
The Town submitted its Notice of Intent by Oct. 1st to comply with the new Federal MS-4 stormwater regulations. Kudos to Town Engineer April Talon for pulling this together.
On Monday evening, the Council adopted a new pooper scooper ordinance. In essence, if you are walking your dog on public property, roadways, and sidewalks, you must pick up after your pet.
The FY 2017 audit will be presented to the Council by our external auditors on Oct. 15th.
On Friday afternoon, Admin. Selig and Town Engineer April Talon will be heading out to sea with the Melissa Paly, the Great Bay Waterkeeper, and UNH Professor Fred Short, to take a look at the Little Bay by water relative to the proposed Eversource Seacoast Reliability Project. We depart at 4 PM from Jackson’s Lab. This will be a low tide viewing. We want to envision firsthand the impact of Eversource’s proposed concrete mattresses, etc. on the largely pristine shoreline in these areas.
Durham Police and Fire are gearing up for UNH Homecoming Weekend Oct. 12-14.
Riverwoods Durham has opened a conversation with Durham and the NHDOT concerning their interest in extending a sidewalk at from Old Piscataqua Rd. to Stone Quarry Drive. Since Riverwoods contractors have mobilized, there would be an opportunity to undertake this project now at a substantially lower cost versus re-mobilizing. NHDOT approval would be needed within their right-of-way, and of course Durham would have to approve as well as a municipal project. The Traffic Safety Committee discussed this week and is conceptually supportive of the Riverwoods sidewalk extension proposal, but more engineering must be undertaken, particularly with respect to crossing the on and off ramps between Rt. 108 and Rt. 4. Procedurally, we are also looking at how project approvals could potentially be streamlined.
With the resignation of Sergeant Kathryn Mone from the DPD, who has been hired as police chief in North Hampton, Officer Frank Daly has been promoted to the position of Sergeant. Congratulations, Frank!
Durham resident John Deziel reported seeing a Bobcat in Durham this week! Subsequent to this report, pictures of said cat were forwarded along to us from TW Palmer from the general Durham Point Road area. We believe the surging squirrel population is probably a plus for hungry Bobcats!
Fire Chief David Emanuel, UNH Police Chief Paul Dean, McGregor Memorial EMS Director Chris Lemelin, UNH Architect Doug Bencks, UNH VP for Finance and Administration Chris Clement, UNH Associate VP for Facilities Bill Janelle, and Mr. Selig met this week at T-Hall to discuss the future DFD/UNHPD/McGregor combined public safety facility to be constructed on Water Works Rd. on the UNH campus. Response time from this location is optimal for town and gown and the combined facility would in fact fit in the reserved location. Durham and UNH have decided that the Water Works Road location is the desired location for a new UNH/DFD facility. The group discussed what has transpired to date, next steps, initial cost projections, timeframes, etc. VERY preliminary estimates (now a year or so old) suggest a combined facility for all three entities costing around $20 million. The Fire Department itself was last estimated to be in the $8-$9 million range as a stand alone facility 2+ years ago, and prices are going up! We collectively hope to economize on scale and shared common areas for as part of a combined project. It remains to be seen whether McGregor will ultimately choose to participate in the project.
Durham, UNH, and Durham-Great Bay Rotary officials met this week at T-Hall to discuss the July 4th fireworks celebration that was held this year. This year's Rotary Fireworks was an incredibly successful celebration for everyone, EXCEPT the 45 +/- horses at the UNH horse barns, which went absolutely wild with fear with the extended explosions directly over head. Luckily no horses or people were injured! Until we can collectively devise a plan that does not include the exceptionally loud booms, etc. right over the horse barns, no fireworks will be allowed for such events for the time being. Rotary will be following up with their fireworks provider to obtain ideas. Some suggestions have included moving the launch site for the fireworks, using smaller shells, and not utilizing the rockets intended only to create loud BOOMS. The UNH veterinarian participated in the discussions.
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An absolutely beautiful bobcat in Durham! Courtesy Durham resident Tom Palmer
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CONTACT DURHAM POLICE IF YOU ARE TROUBLED BY LOUD NOISE, EXCESSIVE LATE NIGHT ACTIVITY, OR SEE SOMETHING AMISS
While Durham PD urges all residents to contact the police if something seems amiss, the Durham Police recognize that many times residents don’t want to “bother” the police.
If you see something that seems amiss, please contact the police. While 99% of the time the police will verify that all is fine, there are those other incidents where police intervention is needed and due to not wanting to bother the police, no police officers arrive! Additionally, if you have a noise concern in your neighborhood, please contact the police. While you may be frustrated and feel as though you are helpless with these issues, the lack of calls to the police about a residence means that when Chief Kurz reviews calls to specific locations, he is not seeing the property as a problem. When multiple calls regarding the same property occur again and again, Chief Kurz is able to designate that property as a “disorderly house”. This means that the landlord must take action coordinated through Chief Kurz or face civil fines.
Please be assured that the Durham Police are patrolling the community 24/7 and are literally poised to respond. And if you don’t call, there is no record that there is a problem…..so if you see something, please say something!
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Durham Firefighters look good in pink! Members of the DFD are sporting pink Breast Cancer Awareness Month T-shirts as their duty uniforms. Above, A-Shift performs a high-angle technical rescue training drill while showing their pink support for the community. Courtesy Durham FD
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READY RIDES SERVES THE GREATER DURHAM COMMUNITY
Ready Rides is a volunteer driver program which assists the elderly and handicapped get to medical and dental appointments when they cannot drive themselves. Ready Rides serves the communities of Barrington, Durham, Lee, Madbury, Newfields, Newmarket, Northwood,Nottingham, and Strafford.
The organization provides free curb to curb transportation by volunteers, driving their own car.
Volunteers choose when they can provide rides, distance, and time of day. All volunteer drivers are vetted and trained for the safety of the clients. Drivers receive .35 cents reimbursement per mile to cover expenses. Help your neighbors stay in their homes as they age by improving their access to medical care.
Persons interested in becoming a Ready Rides volunteer driver may call (603) 244-8719, mailto:info@readyrides.org and check Ready Rides out on the web at http://www.readyrides.org
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I’ve seen a few of these cute Scamp campers in Durham driveways over the last week. Time for leaf peeping? Courtesy Todd Selig
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HELP IMPROVE DOE FARM TRAILS AND OTHER CONSERVATION AREAS
The Land Stewardship Subcommittee is spearheading volunteer work days, an Eagle Scout project, and fund-raising to improve public access, awareness, and enjoyment of Durham’s Doe Farm conservation area, based on a comprehensive trails and stewardship plan, complementing the 100+ years of forest management of this property. Planned improvements include: building bridges, creating new trails, adding a kiosk and signs, establishing new riverside day-use picnic areas, enhancing the stewardship campsite, and improving existing trails. The budget for these projects is $16,000 with additional labor, design work, and permitting contributed by volunteers and Town of Durham staff.
To reach these goals we are seeking volunteers to help with trail improvements and donations to support building of trail bridges, clearing trails, and related infrastructure. Two trail workdays are planned. If interested in helping, please sign up on Nature Groupie HERE.
- Saturday, October 6, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Saturday, October 27, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
To maintain healthy waters, habitats, and forests and improve public access and enjoyment on all Durham conservation areas—needs identified in property management plans--additional funds are needed to augment town funds and grants. The Town Council created the “Durham Town Land Stewardship Patron’s Trust” to meet these needs. Private donations to the Patron’s Trust are used for stewardship activities on Durham conservation areas, guided by the Land Stewardship Subcommittee in collaboration with the Trustees of the Trust Funds and Conservation Commission. Interested donors can learn more by checking out the following documents:
- Patron’s Trust Pledge Form HERE
- Help Improve Doe Farm Trails HERE.
Other conservation related events include:
- Forest Bathing at Oyster River Forest and Doe Farm Tour: Sunday, October 14. Information HERE
- Milne Nature Sanctuary Master Plan Concept – Public Input: Thursday, October 11 at 7:00 pm Durham Town Hall. View the concept drawing HERE.
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Durham Parks & Recreation Director Rachel Gasowski and Town Council Chair Pro Tem Kenny Rotner present a Certificate of Appreciation to representatives of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity at the Town Council meeting on Monday evening, October 1st. Courtesy Todd Selig
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TOWN COUNCIL RECOGNIZES KAPPA SIGMA FRATERNITY
On Monday evening, October 1st, the Town Council presented the Kappa Sigma fraternity for their assistance with this year’s Durham Day event. The Kappa Sigma brothers were our grill masters this year and from all accounts, did an absolutely fantastic job providing assistance to the Parks & Recreation Committee and the Town in hosting this year’s celebration on the shore of the Oyster River and the Bay.
The certificate,signed by Council Chair Katherine Marple and Chair Pro Tem Kenny Rotner, reads as follows:
"Presented this 1st day of October, 2018, in recognition of Kappa Sigma’s continued support and dedication to providing quality volunteer hours to assist The Town of Durham Parks & Recreation Department with a variety of annual community events.
It is therefore with great pleasure that the Town of Durham conveys its sincerest appreciation to Kappa Sigma Fraternity for its willingness to volunteer time and efforts, which have contributed immeasurably to the overall success of Durham’s annual community events."
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CELEBRATE 300 YEARS WITH THE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF DURHAM
Within the church’s early history, the town’s civic leaders often held positions of leadership within the church. Familiar names of Griffiths, Thompson, Ffrost and Mathes are among the families that regularly attended Sunday services. As the town grew to include the University of New Hampshire, many of the university’s leaders also held positions within the church’s leadership. “Dad” Henderson. Carl Lundholm and Donald Babcock are familiar names within the university and church’s histories. The public is invited to join the church as it celebrate this milestone in our shared histories. The following events are free and open to all:
- Saturday, October 20th 3:00 p.m. Historical Pageant “Our Church Story” - Written by Prof. Doug Wheeler, this dramatic narrative will feature Durham’s principal historical events and personalities in the church's 300th year history.
- Sunday, October 28th 4:00 p.m. Organ Concert - Raymond Nagem, Associate Music Director at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, NYC will play music selections that honor music within the church’s history. Reception to follow.
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OYSTER RIVER'S END 68 HRS OF HUNGER PROGRAM - Are you in need of assistance? OR Interested in donating toward the program?
The community of Oyster River offers a weekend food program for students, End 68 Hours-Oyster River. This program’s purpose is to send home a supply of food every Friday with any child who feels /whose parent(s) feel this would be helpful. This process will be done in a confidential manner. The food products are simply placed in bags on their bus Friday afternoon for take home. Students not transported by bus or who would prefer, may pick their bag up at their respective schools. You may opt into or opt out of this program at any time. For instance, if there is a loss of income in a home, you may contact one of the people noted below in person, via phone, note or email and the next week your child(ren) will receive a bag of food to take home from the school where they attend. The service will continue each week until the person states they no longer wish to receive this support.
Moharimet: 740-8585 mailto:skow@orcsd.org
Mast Way: 659-3001 mailto:kmoore@orcsd.org
Middle School: 868-2820 mailto:jwons@orcsd.org
High School: 868-2375 mailto:hmachanoff@orcsd.org
If you feel this would help your family, fill in the bottom portion of the attached letter and have your child bring it to the nurse or counselor listed above. You can fill out one form or send information to one location even if you have children in more than one school. You may also call or email the information following the format below. Please contact Katherine Moore, Mast Way with any questions.
If you are interested in learning more about End 68, visit the main organization’s website HERE, or contact Katherine Moore RN Mast Way School at 659-3001, mailto:kmoore@orcsd.org.
If your family is able to help with a monetary donation, please make checks payable to ORCSD End 68 Hours of Hunger and send: c/o Nancy Clavette, SAU #5 36 Coe Dr. Durham NH 03824.
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Fall color in Durham. Courtesy Todd Selig
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NEW HAMPSHIRE'S "HANDS FREE ELECTRONIC DEVICE" LAW - It's no longer legal to text, google, and drive your car!
The Hands Free law has been in effect since July 2015! The law was created for many good reasons due including the large number of fatal car crashes in New Hampshire that have been attributed to “distraction”. Research has concluded that a texting vehicle operator is 23 times more likely to crash.
New Hampshire’s law prohibits the use of hand held electronic devices capable of providing voice or data communication while driving or even when temporarily halted/stopped in traffic for a stop sign, traffic signal or other momentary delays. An electronic device includes cell phones, GPS, tablets, iPods, iPad or other devices that require data entry. Of course, any call being made to 911 or other public safety entity will not be a violation.
It is important to understand that the ban would apply while drivers are stopped temporarily, such as at a red light, but not if they have pulled-over and are stopped off the side of the roadway. Vehicle operators can answer the phone but not holding it to the ear or typing emails or other messages. It also does not allow programming GPS systems unless drivers are pulled off the road.
Drivers can use a variety of ways to comply with the law and still talk on their phones. For example, drivers can attach a Bluetooth device to an older car’s sun visor and sync it to their cellphone. Many newer cars can also make hands-free calls through Bluetooth integrated into the car’s system. If anyone is confused or would like to speak with an officer about the law, please call the Durham Police @ 603-868-2324.
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Town Clerk Lorrie Pitt administered the oath of office to Deputy Fire Chief John Powers on October 2, 2018 at the Town Hall. John was joined by his wife Heather, son Aiden, and several members from the Durham Fire Department. John’s badge was pinned on his uniform by his wife. Courtesy DCAT Studios.
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IT'S FLU SEASON - Please cough into your sleeve!
The influenza virus will no doubt return to NH in the near term so we recommend that residents 6 months and older get a flu shot. The NH State Epidemiologist says the flu season usually lasts from September through May.
And please...cough into your sleeve! View a humorous video that makes this point HERE.
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IT’S BUDGET SEASON, SO PLEASE EXCUSE THE DELAY IN MR. SELIG FOLLOWING UP ON EMAILS, VOICEMAILS, LETTERS, ETC.
Budget season is upon us in Durham and as such, Administrator Selig is actively working with the Business Office and our various department, boards, committees, and commissions in formulating a proposed budget for consideration by the Town Council. By Town Charter, Mr. Selig has until the last business day in October to propose a budget to the Council. The Council then has until the last business day in December to adopt a budget of its own, or the Administrator’s proposed budget becomes the FY 2019 budget by default.
At this time of year, Mr. Selig is in constant budget meetings, in additional to normal responsibilities, and as such responding to correspondence is typically delayed. Urgent matters should be sent to the attention of Administrative Assistant Jennie Berry, mailto:jberry@ci.durham.nh.us.
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NEW DOG "POOPER SCOOPER" REGULATIONS TO GO INTO EFFECT
The Durham Town Council passed regulations regarding the need for owners to clean-up after their pet. The ordinance requires that any person having custody of a dog cannot be on any public property without having in their possession a device such as a mechanical device such as a pooper scooper, a trowel, a shovel, a plastic bag or other appropriate container to remove excrement/feces and to subsequently dispose of the waste in a trash receptacle. Durham Police will be monitoring to observe if the dog walker has in their possession such a device. If not they will be provided with a warning of the new ordinance and encouraged to abide by the new law.
The importance of such an ordinance is to keep playgrounds and other public areas free of such debris. Additionally many people may not be aware that dog feces contain zoonotic pathogens that endanger human health and pathogens that endanger the health of other pets including E. Coli and Salmonella bacteria, Hookworm, Roundworm and Whipworm. Additionally dog (animal) feces is a leading cause of stormwater pollution, and the Town of Durham’s 2017 MS4 Stormwater Permit requires that the community be informed of the proper management of pet waste, including citing existing ordinances where appropriate.
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WEST NILE VIRUS - Update from the State of NH Health & Human Services Division
The Town has been informed by the State of NH Health & Human Services Division that mosquitoes with the West Nile Virus have been positively identified in various parts of NH.
View a reminder on the State website on how to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus HERE.
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ORCSD Superintendent Jim Morse and Business Manager Susan Caswell provide a progress report on the school district to the Town Council. Courtesy Todd Selig
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SUPERINTENDENT JIM MORSE PROVIDED UPDATE TO COUNCIL – Enrollment is the strongest we’ve seen in 6 years.
On October 1st, ORCSD Superintendent of Schools Jim Morse provided the Council with an update on myriad topics surrounding our school system.
Here are a few points:
- The district is at around 2,200 students this year, the highest enrollment we’ve seen in 6 years.
- There are 817 students at ORHS, including 138 from Barrington.
- ORCSD is working on a new strategic plan for the coming 5 year cycle. The district is just completing the current plan for the last 5 year cycle.
- The district is working on the sale of its land off of Orchard Drive, the proceeds of which will help offset the cost of a new middle school. A public hearing is upcoming to obtain feedback from the community. Neighbors hope the district will retain some type of easement across the parcel to access UNH open space land behind it.
- The district is working on plans for a new middle school. A VERY preliminary price estimate is $49 million, for a new facility to meet the community’s needs at a TBD location. The two leading sites are land owned by Goss Manufacturing off of Madbury Road on on the Madbury side of Rout 4, making it completely inaccessible to walkers/bikers or the existing Middle School location. Durham prefers the existing Middle School location to ensure it remains a walkable/bikeable location.
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SECRETS OF THE ISRAEL DEMERITT HOUSE
Discoveries during the dismantling and the craftsmanship revealed in the process. The house was dismantled, documented and preserved in its entirety. It is now offered for sale by Preservation Timber Framing. Arron Sturgis and Jessica MilNeil of PTF will present a program documenting the disassembly of the federal period farmhouse that stood for more than two centuries on what is now called O’Kane Farm at UNH. Presented by the Durham Historic Association on Sunday, October 21 at 1 pm at the Town Hall. Everyone is welcome.
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DURHAM SWAP SHOP STILL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Our season has changed again and it seems that many Durham folks are clearing out things from their homes before the snow flies.
Finding new “homes” for items that are clean and in good condition is a goal for our Swap Shop.
It’s wonderful to see items come in and go.
Currently, The Swap Shop is open for dropping off items on Saturdays and Tuesdays from 7:15-2:00.
Due to the small number of Swap Shop volunteers, it is becoming more evident that restrictions will need to be made unless NEW volunteers step forward soon.
Volunteers are desperately NEEDED. Only a few hours and we have an online sign-up option.
Email and find out the fun you are missing!
Please email mailto:Foggdrive@yahoo.com or call the Durham Public Works Department at 603-868-5578 between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM and leave your name.
Help keep our Swap Shop going!
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Fall scene on Cedar Point Road. Courtesy Todd Selig
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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY - OCTOBER 27, 2018
It’s hard to believe the October is just around the corner, but unfortunately it is quickly approaching. The 2018 Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held at the Department of Public Works facility located at 100 Stone Quarry Drive. As in the past, all hazardous waste will be collected by appointment only, between 8-11:30AM. To register, you must call the Department of Public Works at 868-5578 or e-mail publicworks@ci.durham.nh.us. Remember - The MAXIMUM COLLECTED PER HOUSEHOLD IS FIVE GALLONS. See more details in the spring newsletter located on the DPW's web page HERE.
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“DRUG TAKE BACK’ PROGRAM AT THE DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
This initiative of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has been a national success with previous events occurring in New Hampshire taking in an astounding 276 tons of unwanted or expired medications! So resounding was the success to fill this void that Chief Kurz decided to provide the program on a continuous basis to the residents of Durham. Residents can drop off unwanted or expired prescriptions at the Durham Police facility Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM for no cost and it’s all anonymous!
Doing so prevents prescription drug abuse as six out of ten teenagers who have taken prescription narcotics state that they get them from their parents or relative’s medicine cabinets. Additionally, using this service keeps trace drugs out of our lakes, streams and estuaries as wastewater treatment plants cannot remove many of the compounds found in medications; so when flushed or put in a landfill, drugs are discharged into our surface and ground water and consumed by fish and wildlife. If you have a question about this service that is provided to Durham residents only, please call the Durham Police during business hours Monday through Friday @ 603-868-2324.
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Members of the Durham Fire Department push Engine 2 into its bay. Courtesy Todd Selig
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FIRE DEPARTMENT ENGINE 2 COMMISSIONED
Fire Department enthusiasts sounded the alarm Monday evening and rushed to the department on College Road on the University of New Hampshire campus. The occasion, however, was not a three-alarm blaze. Instead, those on hand helped welcome the newest member of the department — Durham Engine 2.
About 50 community members and members of the Durham Fire Department family were in attendance, including Town Council Chair Kitty Marple, Fire Chief David Emanuel, and the Rev. Larry Brickner Wood, who blessed the vehicle prior to its being put into service — with water from the Oyster River!
After comments and blessings, members of the department and guests took part in the time-honored tradition, flexing their muscles and hands-on pushing Durham’s new fire engine into its bay.
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TOWN OF DURHAM FACEBOOK AND TWITTER ACCOUNTS
Did you know that the Town has a Facebook & Twitter account and frequently posts Durham & UNH news, happenings, and articles of interest in our area and the seacoast?
Like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.
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Durham Parks and Recreation, its Director and Committee, strive to offer a wide range of quality programs, parks, and facilities that encourage all community members to participate in healthy, fun, and enriching activities. Together, they celebrate the essential role public recreation plays in fostering a cohesive and vibrant community.
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KIDS NIGHT OUT - FARM HOP FIELD TRIP! - Friday, October 19th, After School- 8:00 PM
Join Durham Parks & Recreation for a fun Kids Night Out- Farm Hop Field Trip!! We will first visit Emery Farm for a hayride, and snack on their homemade apple cider donuts, yum!! Then, we will head over to Tendercrop Farm to pick pumpkins and explore their corn maze! To end the night, we will have dinner at La Festa in Dover. $50/per person. Grades k-5. Pre-registreation is required at durhamrec.recdesk.com
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The Durham Public Library will be closed Monday, October 8, 2018, for the Indigenous Peoples Day Holiday.
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*Academic year commenced August 24th and will be measured through graduation at UNH in May.
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HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A Brief History of Durham, NH 1600 - 1976 (A little volume that was the Heritage Project of the Durham Historic Association Bicentennial celebration)
Preface - "Since before God made the first little green apples, oysters have probably been growin in the Oyster River; and some of the largest and juiciest to be found anywhere in the world are still growing here today. The following vignettes from rollicking history of Durham town on the Oyster River are therefore presented between the shells of an oyster."
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1840 - Durham Academy, established by the N.H. Christian Baptist Conference, ranked high in the preparation of students for colleges for 23 years. Tuition was $4 per term and room and board $1.50 per week, without wood. Enrollment was 112, with 30% being non-residents.
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Fall fireworks, Durham style! Courtesy Todd Selig
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