The Walpole Clarion

In case you would like something to think about during this evening’s game and festivities — it is time again for submissions for the next issue of THE WALPOLE CLARION – due a tad over a week away – Monday, February 21. I already have some submissions in and placed for this, the “election issue,” as we approach Town Meeting time. In the March issue, at a minimum you will want to read about the school budget’s impact on our property taxes. On a brighter side, you will learn much about Bald Eagles that are repopulating our area and now often seen.

So, do not delay, and if you have any questions, please contact me. Likewise, new or return advertisers are welcome to contact me as well.

Possibly we are on the other side of the pandemic, but even with shots, masks and distancing – I for one am still erring on the side of extra caution. Stay safe and stay well, Yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher

As we enter Town Meeting time, on this post are listed the meeting dates, times, and places that are of interest and importance to Walpole town voters. Further details of importance will be in the March CLARION, which is always devoted to Town Meeting time.

PUBLIC HEARING ON WALPOLE’S 2022 ANNUAL BUDGET
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 5:30 PM
Presentation of the 2022 Annual Budget and Warrant Articles
This meeting will take place virtually online via Zoom. For Zoom invitation information, visit www.walpolenh.us/town-news for the online meeting link and dial-in phone number, meeting number and password.  For assistance assessing the meeting, call 603-756-3672 or email sdowning@walpolenh.us.

FALL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT – PROPOSED 2022-2023 BUDGET
Deliberative Session – FMRHS Auditorium/Cafeteria
Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 6:30 PM – snow date February 11

(Editors Note: – by now you should have received and reviewed the “School District Warrant Article” mailing. Many of the number changes jump out, and seem to add up to a 10% INCREASE in PROPERTY TAXES, at least in my interpretation, and confirmed by others)

ELECTION DAY – TUESDAY MARCH 8, 2022
Polls open from 7 AM to 7PM to elect Town Officials and
vote on FMRSD proposed budget and warrant articles

TOWN MEETING CONTINUES – SATURDAY MARCH 12, 2022
at 1:00 pm – Walpole Elementary School Gymnasium for Warrant Article voting

Ray Boas, Publisher

The CLARION’s printer was a tad ahead this month, thus you will receive you hard copy of the CLARION a tad sooner, and I have also posted it now, also a tad sooner.

Please note that as this issue was on the presses, it was necessary for the Town to change the date for the budget hearing as seen on page one of printed February issue — the new date is February 9 as seen on the on-line version. The annual budget hearing is part of the annual Town Meeting process, and you should plan to attend. Full ZOOM details will be posted on the Town website. Also, please note – Where you see February 10 also on page 2, it should be February 9; and Voting Day is Tuesday, March 8, not Tuesday the 9th (that was another year)

To read on-line, click this link, or on Page One below

Stay safe and stay well – the best way is to have your shots, booster shot, and still maintain distance when in large groups. Read the story on page 18 that Walpole’s Health Officer wanted the CLARION to share – RAY BOAS, Publisher

Another month has sped by, and the closing date for the February CLARION is just a tad over a week away, Friday, January 21. Thought I would give you an extra day, so you could work on your submissions while trying to stay warm as the next cold spell arrives.

I have received a few articles already, and Eloise continues to provide fascinating pieces. Her February, “The Nature of Walpole” is a great read and learning experience. I have another “first in Walpole” to share for my history article, “Did You Know That…” and other pieces are in the works. And “thank you” notes are in to be shared with our giving community.

COVID and OMICRON still raise questions impacting future events, and meetings have returned to at home ZOOM on-screen interactions. But you may still have organizational or personal news to share, so do get your inputs in to me as soon as possible- the earlier before the deadline the better, and always best for our layout work. And, if you something you would like to share in an advertisement – do contact me.

Stay safe and stay well – shots, masks and distancing – I for one am erring on the side of extra caution. Yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher

Just waiting to pickup the hardcopies at the printer to deliver to the post offices, but thought I would get January 2022 on-line now for your reading pleasure. COVID surge is back. We need to take care of ourselves. For a better understanding of how science and vaccines are effective, for a comparison to what we humans experience, I encourage you to read BOVINE IMMUNITY – it puts it all into perspective.

So, Click on the link – or the image below

Get your shots – science works – and stay safe and well. Happy New Year, RAY BOAS, Publisher

It snuck up on us again, and I know you have other things to think about, but with the closing date just a tad over a week away I need your inputs and ads Wednesday, December 22 – if not sooner. It is upsetting that COVID is continuing to cause disruption to our lives, shortening some, and changing others. I have decided not to get out and expose myself even having my shots and booster. But, life goes on, and I have started your January 2022 issue of the CLARION. I welcome your inputs (and any new ads) soon.

If you have any questions, do contact me. The email address is at the top right of any page on the CLARION website. Stay safe and stay well, HAPPY HOLIDAYS.

Yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher

Yes, at the post offices, the hard-copy will be in your hands on the first, but the December issue of THE WALPOLE CLARION is now on-line for the world to see. Some fun reading, so sit back, relax and enjoy.

JUST CLICK THIS LINK TO SEE THE PDF OF THE ISSUE
or click on the front page below

Have a happy and safe holiday – get your shots, booster, and play it safe with your mask as the new variant is on its way. Closing date for the January 2022 issue will be 22 December.

RAY BOAS, Publisher

Yes, time again, just a tad over a week away, and I need your inputs and ads Monday, November 22 – if not sooner. I have a number of inputs already (thank you), but time approaches again. With the Thanksgiving Holiday and my printer’s schedule, the completed files will go to the printer on the 23rd, and I should have the December issue back and into the mail the first of December.

If you have any questions, do contact me. The email address is at the top right of any page on the CLARION website. Stay safe and stay well, and have a wonderful THANKSGIVING DAY.
Yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher

Join the Walpole Conservation Commission Saturday, November 13 at 11 AM at the Kiosk on Walker Road (on the Connecticut River at the junction of Route 12 and South Street) for an informational walk and talk to learn more about the Walpole Gateway property with Town Forester Alex Barrett (Longview Forestry) and the Walpole Conservation Commission. In case of inclement weather, meet at the Town Hall for a discussion only.

CLARION Editor’s Note: This may be an opportunity to further discuss with the Walpole Conservation Commission your ideas and desires for more convenient access to the property and potential uses by the community. — Ray Boas, Publisher

Again, too fast the time is passing, and I am now working on your November issue of THE WALPOLE CLARION. Closing date is Friday, October 22, so you have from now just a tad over a week to submit your articles and advertisements to reach all of Walpole, North Walpole and Drewsville. If you have been “wishing and desiring” to write something about an event or something of interest to our local readers, such as in interesting person or place, rush to your keyboard, and give it a try, and email along.

If you have any questions, do contact me. The email address is at the top right of any page on the CLARION website. Stay safe and stay well, yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher