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Drug Related Arrest in North Conway

On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at approximately 2:30pm an off duty Conway Police Department Officer observed Christopher Burnell, 37 years old, Chatham, NH in the drive-thru at a local restaurant in North Conway.  Christopher Burnell was known to have an open felony arrest warrant in the State of New Hampshire for Felon in Possession of a Dangerous Weapon as defined by NH RSA 159:3. After leaving the drive-thru, Christopher Burnell was observed entering a local hotel.  Conway Police Department officers responded to the hotel and located Christopher Burnell in a first floor room which had been rented by a female friend.  When officers approached the door of the room, Christopher Burnell retreated to the bathroom inside the room, locked the door and refused to come out for the officers after being repeatedly informed that there was an open warrant for his arrest.  The room was secured by several Conway Police Department officers.  After approximately 25 minutes of communication through the bathroom door, Christopher Burnell opened the door and officers were able to take him into custody without further incident.  Christopher Burnell was transported to Memorial Hospital by North Conway Ambulance for evaluation as it appeared that he was under the influence of drugs.  A search warrant was executed on the room where Christopher Burnell was located.  Approximately 115 grams of what is believed to be heroin/fentanyl and a large amount of drug paraphernalia was seized from the room.

Christopher Burnell was released from the hospital later that evening and transported to the Carroll County House of Corrections on the open warrant for his arrest.  The Conway Police Department will be adding the additional charges of Possession of Controlled/Narcotic Drugs with the intent to Distribute as defined by NH RSA 318-B:2, Falsifying Physical Evidence as defined by NH RSA 641:6 and Resisting Arrest or Detention as defined by NH RSA 642:2.

Christopher Burnell has a lengthy criminal history to include several arrests for possession of controlled drugs.

Christopher Burnell is scheduled to appear before the Ossipee Superior Court on Thursday afternoon for a bail hearing.

Christopher Mattei

Chief of Police

Christopher Burnell, 37, of Chatham, NH (Picture Courtesy of Conway Police Department)

 

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Over $23,000 Raised for Vaughan Community Services and Surrounding MWV Food Pantries!

The 19th Annual Mount Washington Radio/Vaughan Community Services “Food” Drive was a HUGE SUCCESS!

The Mount Washington Radio/Vaughan Community Services Annual Food Drive showcased what living in the Mount Washington Valley is all about – community, goodwill, and service.

Once again it was held at the First Church of Christ in North Conway, for a one-day, 12-hour event that helped collect donations for area food pantries benefiting those in need during the holiday season, as well as throughout the year. Many different pantries in the Greater Mount Washington Valley will see these donations from the drive helping those less fortunate in their communities.

Due to COVID-19, we could not accept any food or turkey donations, but that did not stop this community from coming together and donating CASH and CHECK Donations.Our grand total at the end of our day yesterday was $23,255.00.

Vaughan is currently working with all the Local Food Pantries to be able to get their food through donation and being able to buy food from the New Hampshire Food Bank.

The money can go up to two or three times further for them when they buy food from the Food Bank and it will keep our communities SAFE.

WMWV broadcasted LIVE the entire day with a ton of help from our sponsors!

Special Thanks to ALL of our sponsors this year – who answered the call of those in this community that are in need.

Make sure you visit and shop with them this Holiday Season!

Mount Washington Auto Road
Chalmers Insurance Group
North Conway Olive Oil Company
Jewelry By Tim & Friends
Johnson’s Autocare
DieselWorks
Ski and Snowboard Liquidation Center
Premier Home Store
Profile Subaru
Cooper Cargill Chant
North Country Fair Jewelers
Northeast Credit Union

Happy Holidays!

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The Mount Washington Radio Food Drive is Tomorrow! Cash and Check Donations Only!

The 19th Annual Mount Washington Radio/Vaughan Community Services “Food” Drive is Tomorrow, November 18th, 2020!

Now in it’s 19th year, the Mount Washington Radio/Vaughan Community Services Annual Food Drive showcases what living in the Mount Washington Valley is all about – community, goodwill, and service.  Once again held at the First Church of Christ in North Conway, this one-day, 12-hour event helps collect donations for area food pantries benefiting those in need during the holiday season, as well as throughout the year. Many different pantries in the Greater Mount Washington Valley will see these donations from the drive helping those less fortunate in their communities.

HOWEVER, due to COVID-19, we CANNOT ACCEPT FOOD DONATIONS OR FROZEN TURKEYS. Vaughan is currently working with all the Local Food Pantries to be able to get their food through donation and being able to buy food from the New Hampshire Food Bank. The money can go up to two or three times further for them when they buy food from the Food Bank and it will keep our communities SAFE.

As always, WMWV will still be broadcasting LIVE the entire day with a ton of help from our sponsors!

It will be a DRIVE THRU Event and volunteers will be outside ready to accept your generous CASH or CHECK donation. Thank you for understanding and keeping our community safe.

Special Thanks to ALL of our sponsors this year – who have answered the call of those in their community that are in need. Make sure you visit and shop with them this Holiday Season!

Mount Washington Auto Road
Chalmers Insurance Group
North Conway Olive Oil Company
Jewelry By Tim & Friends
Johnson’s Autocare
DieselWorks
Ski and Snowboard Liquidation Center
Premier Home Store
Profile Subaru
Cooper Cargill Chant
North Country Fair Jewelers
Northeast Credit Union

Happy Holidays!

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Shooting in Meredith

Concord, NH — Attorney General Gordon J. MacDonald announces information regarding the shooting incident involving an adult male located at 10 Bennett Drive in Meredith, New Hampshire on November 15, 2020.

The adult male, David Donovan, age 35, was shot by a Meredith Police Officer and died as a result of his injuries after being transported to Lakes Regional General Hospital.  An autopsy is scheduled for Mr. Donovan today, November 16, 2020.

Three other individuals sustained injuries at the scene prior to police arrival.  One of the individuals, an adult male, was transported for medical treatment and remains hospitalized in stable condition.

No officers have been physically injured and there is no threat to the public.  Pursuant to protocol, the name of the officer involved in the incident is being withheld pending the conclusion of the formal interview.

The investigation remains ongoing and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Source: Official Press Release

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Another Positive COVID Case Confirmed at Kennett High School

SAU9 families were sent out a letter today confirming another positive case of COVID-19 at Kennett High School. Read the letter by clicking here.

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Shoppers! Rev Your Engines! Get Ready for Mt. Washington Valley’s Month-Long Shop-a-thon!

North Conway, NH – Once one of the quieter months, November has grown to be one of the busiest times of year in Mt. Washington Valley.  With more than twenty years of legacy behind the Harvest to Holidays promotion and Settlers Green – Bring A Friend extravaganza, shoppers now rest up for what amounts to aerobic tax-free shopping excursions at Mt. Washington Valley’s 200 outlets, shops, boutiques and stores.  The history of how November has grown into one of the Valley’s busiest months of the year is an interesting collaboration between the chamber, the lodging community, Settlers Green and more recently, the White Mountain Independents – a network of independently owned Mt Washington Valley stores. Read more about that here.

While November 2020 will be presented with respect given to social distancing and masks required, stores will still open their doors with offers and plenty of  hand sanitizer for excited shoppers.  Come prepared with lists of gifts for that hard-to-shop-for relative, and plenty of stamina to visit as many stores as possible.  Here’s how Mt Washington Valley’s shop-a-thon will occur this November.

Events at Settlers Green – The largest outlet mall in the North Country

November 6th-15th, 2020: Bring A Friend Weekend at Settlers Green

Celebrating its 20th anniversary with several modifications to reduce crowding and follow all New Hampshire health and safety guidelines, the Bring A Friend show will go on with an extensive array of shopping fun.

Activities will be spread out from November 6th-15th, 2020, giving shoppers plenty of time to get in on all the offers. Traditionally an event that gathers thousands of anxious shoppers, the standard shopping bag giveaway (which traditionally happens on Saturday) will not happen. Instead, Settlers Green has partnered with local hotels and accommodations and you can get a standard goodie bag by booking a shopping package with participating lodging properties.  See participating hotels here. The 500 premium bags sold out earlier in the fall.

Bring A Friend means deals galore.  Shopper can pick up wristbands outside of Customer Service daily during the event, while supplies last. Show your wristband at stores with red wristband signs in the window for special savings.  In addition, Coupon books will be available to all shoppers during the event. Shoppers are invited to download a digital coupon book to your phones for paperless deals.

All shoppers planning to attend the event should visit Settlers Green COVID-19 page for more specific details about shopping hours, expectations and policies.

Live entertainment, photo contests, movies, and radio promotions will take place throughout the Bring a Friend weekend. For complete information, lodging packages, entertainment schedules, discount info and more, go to https://www.settlersgreen.com/events/bring-a-friend.

November 27: Black Friday – Shop at Settlers Green from 8:00am to 8:00pm, and get special Black Friday deals.  Black Friday sales typically begin the week of Thanksgiving and run through Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, and vary from store to store. In addition to in-store sales, download a Digital Coupon Book or pick up a hard copy at Customer Service. Info: https://www.settlersgreen.com/calendar/20/276-Black-Friday.

Events at White Mountain Independents (look for the blue & white flags to identify members)

Along with sixty-one business alliances across the country, White Mountain Independents is participating in a “Shop Local Indie” collaborative campaign that began on November 1st and continues through December.  Specific events include:

November 27: Plaid Friday –  With a purchase, participating locally owned and operated retailers will give away plaid scarves made by White Mountain Independents member Ragged Mountain in Intervale (subject to availability).

November 28: “Small Business Saturday” – This national promotion encourages shoppers to choose small, brick & mortar businesses for their holiday shopping.  Participating stores will have special offers for that day only.

November 30: “Cyber Monday” – Participating White Mountain Independents will offer shoppers special Cyber Monday discounts in conjunction with this national event.

For more information, please visit WhiteMountainIndependents.com.

To learn more about shopping, dining, recreation and lodging, visit www.MtWashingtonValley to plan your shop, play and stay getaway to Mt Washington Valley.  To learn more about visiting New Hampshire, go to www.VisitNH.gov.