Obama Wins 2012 Presidential Bobble Election

Barack Obama beats Mitt Romney by 17 bobbleheads

Manchester, New Hampshire - The Manchester Monarchs, the primary affiliate of the 2012 Stanley Cup Champion Los Angeles Kings, are pleased to announce the results of the 2012 Presidential Bobble Election, courtesy of WGIR AM’s The Paul Westcott Show, from their game against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins at the Verizon Wireless Arena on Friday, November 2, Monarchs President Darren Abbott announced on Thursday.

President Barack Obama won the second ever Bobble Election in franchise history with 1000 votes versus Governor Mitt Romney’s 983 votes.

The first 2,000 fans to the game received ballots and casted their votes in the 2012 Monarchs Presidential Bobble Election by choosing either a Barack Obama bobblehead or a Mitt Romney bobblehead.  Each bobblehead has the candidate donning a Monarchs jersey.

Monarchs Fall To Frienemy

Manchester win streak ended at three

Manchester, New Hampshire - Former Manchester Monarchs goaltender and current Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguins netminder Jeff Zatkoff posted his first shutout of the season defeating Manchester , 3-0, at the Verizon Wireless Arena on Friday night.

Manchester (5-2-0-0) leads the Atlantic Division with 10 points. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (3-5-0-0) are ranked fifth in the East Division with six points.

“(Jeff) Zats was really good and so was (Martin) Jonesy,” said Monarchs Head Coach Mark Morris .  “They had the puck bouncing their way and I think the penalties in the second period really took a lot out of us.  It zapped our energy.  Zats was real good in the first when we barraged him.  He made a couple real great saves.”

VSO Concert Features Classics by Hindemith, Prokofiev and Dvořák

The Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s second concert in its 2012/2013 Masterworks series will feature three sparkling works by beloved classical composers.  The program includes Konzertmusik for Strings and Brass by Paul Hindemith, Lieutenant Kijé Suite by Sergei Prokofiev, and the radiant Symphony No. 6 by Antonín Dvořák.  VSO Principal Guest Conductor, Anthony Princiotti will lead the concert at the Flynn Center on Saturday, December 1 at 8 p.m.

     The woodwinds sit out the first number, an exuberant flood of music in which Hindemith makes virtuosic demands on the brass section, but they have starring roles in Prokofiev’s wonderfully satirical narrative about a fictional soldier.  This orchestral showcase program concludes with a compelling work rich with superb melodies.  Many feel Dvořák’s Sixth is superior to his New World Symphony—but suffers from the lack of a catchy nickname.

Jessie "Make New Friends But Hide The Old" Premieres Tonight Nov. 2nd

Fans of the Disney channel series Jessie will be able to watch an new episode tonight at 8:30pm entitled "Make New Friends But Hide The Old". In this episode, Emma's first day of high school starts off rough, with a clash over an art class assignment with tough transfer student Rosie (Kelly Gould). But the two soon become best friends when they realize they have a lot more in common than they thought. Meanwhile, Jessie accidentally puts Kenny the Koala in Luke's backpack, embarrassing him in front of all the kids. Also, Jessie struggles with Zuri after she repeatedly refuses to do her homework.

Jessie, a Disney channel series stars Debby Ryan as Jessie, Kevin Chamberlin as Bertram, Peyton List as Emma Ross, Karan Brar as Ravi Ross, Cameron Boyce as Luke Ross and Skai Jackson as Zuri Ross. Recurring are Chris Galya as Tony the doorman and Charles Esten and Christina Moore as Morgan and Christina Ross.

Photographs in this article are credited to the Disney channel.

A.N.T Farm "scavANTger hunt" Premieres Tonight Nov. 2nd

Fans of the Disney channel series A.N.T Farm will be able to watch an all new episode entitled "scavANTger hunt" tonight at 8pm. In this episode, With half the school out sick, Principal Skidmore sends the A.N.T.s on an educational scavenger hunt around San Francisco, where Chyna and Lexi lead two teams onto Skywalker Ranch to get George LucasÕ autograph. Chaos ensues and the gang winds up meeting R2D2 and C3PO.

Developing Story: Coast Guard to conduct investigation into HMS Bounty sinking

PORTSMOUTH, Va. - Rear Adm. Steven Ratti, the Coast Guard 5th District commander, ordered a district formal investigation Thursday to determine the cause of the sinking of the Tall Ship Bounty, a three-masted sailing ship, 90 miles southeast of Hatteras, N.C., Monday, which resulted in the death of one crewmember, and one crewmember who remains missing.

A district formal investigation consists of a Coast Guard investigating officer who will receive evidence and testimony using formal rules and procedures and is convened when the information to be derived has considerable regional significance, or may indicate vessel class problems or areas of technical importance.

Old Salt at Lamie’s Inn Wins First Annual Powder Keg Chili Competition

Exeter, New Hampshire – Saturday October 20, 2012, they came, they ate, they voted! People’s choice for best chili at the first Annual Powder Keg Beer and Chili Festival was the Old Salt at Lamie’s Inn of Hampton. Over fifteen hundred people from around the seacoast gathered at Swasey Parkway in Exeter to indulge their taste buds with high class IPA’s, Ales, Stouts and chili.
   Master Chef Michael Higgins and the Old Salt entered a flavorful “Hops Chili” which was made specifically for this event. “We specialized our recipe for the theme of the event” said Higgins. With beans Marinated in in Boston Ale, the Hops Chili won the hearts and taste buds of this beer loving crowd. What made this chili so outstanding was the perfect equilibrium of meat and beans. The chili possessed a tantalizing sweetness that was followed by a bit of bite which made every spoonful captivating.
    “Exeter Hit one out of the park” Higgins commented about the event as a whole. This first Annual Festival was presented by the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce and the Exeter Parks and Recreation Department. In addition to the 14th Annual Fall Festival, the combination of these two events attracted near ten thousand people to Exeter.  “It’s a great opportunity for local restaurants, and we look forward to next year.” The 2013 Annual powder Keg Beer and Chili Festival is slated for October 19, 2013 at Swasey Parkway!
   The Old Salt at Lamie’s Inn is located on Lafayette Road in Hampton and serves Chili every day!

Big Impact Made by Centrix Bank Community Outing Fundraising Program

Fisher Cats/Centrix Bank partnership aids organizations in raising funds & awareness

Manchester, New Hampshire - The New Hampshire Fisher Cats, Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, and Centrix Bank announced today that the Centrix Bank Community Outing Fundraising Program continues to make a big impact. Through ticket fundraisers and 50/50 raffles at Fisher Cats games, local non-profit and community groups had the opportunity to raise $113,795 for their respective causes in 2012. That figure raises the total dollars potentially generated by these groups to nearly $450,000 in the last four years.

"This dollar amount really indicates that more and more groups are continually looking for new ways to raise money to support their missions," said Joseph B. Reilly, President/CEO of Centrix Bank. "This is a great way for Centrix Bank to partner with the Fisher Cats and share the common goal of supporting the vital work of these organizations in our community."

Through the Centrix Bank Community Outing Fundraising Program, non-profit organizations can retain up to $4 for every ticket they sell to a Fisher Cats game. Groups can raise additional funds through in-game 50/50 raffles and other opportunities at the ballpark. Just as important as raising funds, these community organizations are able to increase awareness for their causes and spread their message during their game.

"This program has such a far-reaching positive impact, and it wouldn't be possible without Joe Reilly and Centrix Bank," said Fisher Cats President Rick Brenner. "We are blessed to have a beautiful facility and great partners to find new ways to impact our local communities through ventures like this."

With the success of programs like the Centrix Bank Community Outing Fundraising Program, the Fisher Cats and the Fisher Cats Foundation are approaching the $2 million mark in charitable giving since 2006. Those donations have been used to foster relationships with more than 3,000 non-profit organizations.

Centrix Bank is a full service commercial bank offering highly personalized and responsive service to small and medium-sized businesses, professionals, municipalities and not-for-profit organizations throughout southern New Hampshire and beyond. For more about Centrix Bank, please visit centrixbank.com.

Fisher Cats Full and Half-Season Tickets are on sale now. Season Ticket Holders enjoy a host of benefits, including monthly all-you-can-eat barbecues, a free kid's birthday party, flexible exchange policy, invitation to exclusive events, and much more. Opening Day at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium is April 4, 2013, against the Reading Phillies (Philadelphia Phillies). For tickets, visit www.nhfishercats.com or call (603) 641-2005.

PHOTO CAPTION: Centrix Bank President/CEO Joseph B. Reilly (right) and Fisher Cats President Rick Brenner display a check representing $­113,795 potentially raised by local charities through the Centrix Bank Community Outing Fundraising Program during the 2012 season at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium.

New England Culinary Institute Executive Chef Recognized as Partner and Alumnus of CREA

Montpelier, Vermont - The New England Culinary Institute announced today that its Vice President of Culinary Operations and Executive Chef, Jean-Louis Gerin, has been recognized in the premiere listing of Partners and Alumni of the Culinary Research and Education Academy (CREA).

The slow-cooking revolution was launched when CREA was founded in Paris more than two decades ago by French biochemist and food lover Bruno Goussault.  Since then, the school has trained chefs from some of the world’s most celebrated restaurants in the art and science of sous-vide.  It’s changing the way the world cooks and the definition of fine dining.

Sous-vide, French for “under vacuum”, is a method of cooking food sealed in airtight plastic bags in a water bath for longer than normal cooking times; 72 hours in some cases.  It requires an accurately regulated temperature much lower than normally used for cooking, typically around 55 °C (131 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for meats and higher for vegetables.

Public Invited to Participate in Jazz Workshop Week

Concord, New Hampshire - The public is invited to attend and participate in Concord Community Music School’s annual Jazz Workshops Nov. 12-14, 2012, at the Music School, 23 Wall Street, Concord. The free workshops, which include jazz vocals, crossover stylings, percussion and improvisation, welcome all ages and musical abilities.

The Music School’s Jazz Workshop Week once again includes a three-day Beatles Orchestra experience, open to all instrumentalists. This year, the Beatles Orchestra will focus on recreating and adding to “A Hard Day’s Night” and will conclude with a recording session. The Beatles Orchestra invites classically trained musicians to play alongside their jazz and folk department friends.