CONCORD, NH -The Northern Pass Project has been denied by the State Site Evaluation Committee.

According to InDepthNH.org yesterday afternoon the committee voted unanimously to reject the 192-mile transmission line project. The seven member committee said that Eversource failed to meet its burden of proof that the project would not negatively impact the orderly development of the region.

Northern Pass representative Martin Murray said “We are shocked and outraged by today’s SEC outcome. The process failed to comply with New Hampshire law and did not reflect the substantial evidence on the record. As a result, the most viable near-term solution to the region’s energy challenges, as well as $3 billion of NH job, tax, and other benefits, are now in jeopardy.

Long-time opponent Susan Schibanoff of Easton told Indepth NH “The SEC did the right thing today by law and by the people of New Hampshire.”

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu said in a statement that he was “stunned” by the committee’s decision. Adding that SEC’s decision denies the state much-needed clean energy and the jobs that would come from the project.

The company has 30 days after the committee issues a written decision to ask for a rehearing or to reconsider its vote. Thursday was the third of 12 deliberative sessions ending Feb. 23 when an oral decision is expected.

The $1.6 billion plan being developed by the utility Eversource was set to bring hydropower from Hydro-Quebec in Canada to Southern New England Markets by creating a transmission line through New Hampshire.

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OSSIPEE, NH – Authorities have released the name of the driver killed in an accident in Ossipee. Ossipee police said that at 1:21 Tuesday afternoon 39-year-old Henry Doran from Enfield died at the scene after crashing into tractor trailer hauling wood chips.

Authorities said that Doran was headed south in a Carroll Tire light box truck on Route 16 just north of Pine River Road when he crossed the center line crashing head on into a Garland Lumber Co. Truck being driven by 42-year-old Joseph Breen of Moultronboro.

When police arrived they found the tractor trailer on its side with load of wood chips spilled into the roadway and the box truck in the middle of the road with significant damage.

Breen was not seriously injured in the accident.

Police said it is not yet known why Doran crossed into the North bound lane, however, speed is not believed to be a factor.

Route 16 was closed for about 5 hours while crews investigated the accident.

 

Chet Lucy and his son A.O. visited the WMWV studios during the stations 50th Anniversary Celebration in June 2017. (From Left to Right) A.O. Lucy, Chet Lucy, Roy Prescott ~ Photo by Karen Williams

CONWAY, NH – Life long Conway resident and staple in the Mount Washington Valley Chet Lucy has died. According to the Conway Daily Sun Chester B. Lucy, or Chet as everyone in the Valley knew him, died at age 91 of natural causes in the home that he was born in on Sunday.

Chet is part of fifth generation family to call the Mount Washington Valley home and was buried this weekend in the Lucy Family Plot.

Chet was known for many things from his active participation on local boards and committees, owning Conway Supply, and for his plethora of volunteer work around the Valley. He was also notably known for his ability to swing a vote during the old town meetings. Selectman Mary Carey Seavey told the Sun “At town meeting, he commanded such attention when he spoke, and whatever he said always made such a difference. He always spoke so eloquently.”

During the WMWV celebration of 50 years on the air Chet, a long time dignitary on the station, came in to help the station celebrate. Roy Prescott Morning Show host on WMWV said “I was lucky enough to get to know Chet over the years and always found that his Yankee sense of humor and candor was something that really distinguished him from the rest.” Services are set to be held at a later date according to his obituary.

Conway Scenic Rail Road Train Station in Norcross Circle, Conway ~ Photo Courtesy of Wikipedia

CONWAY, NH – Dot & Russ Seybold announced the sale of the Conway Scenic Railroad to Profile Mountain Holdings Corp, led by President David Swirk. The sale was completed on January 30, 2018 and PMHC will commence operations immediately in anticipation of the seasonal opening in April.

The iconic railroad and tourist attraction with the historic 1874 train station has enjoyed 44 continuous years of operation. Originally hired as President and General Manager of the railroad in 1990, Seybold was instrumental in the expansion to Crawford Notch and the commencement of a truly world-class railroad experience. Russ and Dot purchased the railroad in 1999 and continued to expand operations with the addition of two full-service dining cars including the “Chocorua” and the “Hattie Evans,” and the dome observation car “Dorthea Mae.” They were key founders of the highly successful Polar Express holiday excursion. Other signature annual events including Day Out With Thomas ™, Pumpkin Patch Express, Santa’s Holiday Express and Railfans Weekend which generate tens of thousands of guests each year.

Profile Mountain Holdings Corp, DBA Conway Scenic Railroad, is jointly owned by David Swirk and his business partner William Sullivan, Jr. This is their second and by far most exciting venture together. David, PMHC President, has nearly 30 years of short line rail management experience focused on business development and operations including mechanical and engineering. David and his wife Rhonda, having purchased a house in Conway last year, are looking forward to working together at the CSRR for many years to come. Rhonda comes from a 23-year career in banking, finance and office management.

“We look upon the Conway Scenic Railroad as an economic development engine which is closely tied to the communities in which it operates,” shared Swirk. The goal is to work with area business leaders to increase ridership and tourism for the mutual benefit of everyone, and we sincerely appreciate this once in a lifetime opportunity to follow the same track that Russ and Dot have established to preserve and improve upon this historically significant property.”

Russ and Dot are residents of Jackson, New Hampshire and will continue to make the Valley their home. Dot Seybold is the long-time General Manager of OVP Management, Inc. the development company for Settlers properties in North Conway. Russ Seybold is former President of White Mountain Attractions and is currently treasurer of the Mt. Washington Valley Habitat for Humanity, and active in the local Kiwanis organization. Both Russ and Dot are recipients of the Robert Morrell award recognizing community leadership. “Owning and operating the CSRR has been both a challenge and a joy. We are very grateful to the hard-working employees and dedicated volunteers that have been essential to the success of the railroad. We are confident that the railroad will be in very good hands and wish David, Rhonda and Bill much success.”

CONCORD, NH (AP) – New Hampshire regulators are scheduled to start deliberations on the Northern Pass project, a $1.6 billion plan to bring hydropower from Canada to southern New England.

The Site Evaluation Committee on Tuesday starts 12 days of public deliberations, leading to an oral decision on Feb. 23. A written decision is expected March 31.

The project would run a 192-mile transmission line, carrying enough hydropower for about a million homes.

Northern Pass has formal contracts with suppliers and a labor agreement with construction managers and unions. It’s been granted permits by the Energy Department and the U.S. Forest Service, and has the support of Massachusetts energy officials.

Supporters say it will create jobs and cut energy costs. Opponents fear transmission lines will destroy scenic views, reduce property values and hurt tourism.