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            <title>2026 Center Harbor Footrace results</title>
            <description>Results from July 4, 2026: 1.776 mile and 5 mile footrace</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/2026-center-harbor-footrace-results</link>
            <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:18:45 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to all who participated!</p>
<p><a href="https://results.raceroster.com/v3/events/4k2aqrcfp46ru3dj/race/299176?filter_search=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1.776 mile footrace results</a></p>
<p><a href="https://results.raceroster.com/v3/events/4k2aqrcfp46ru3dj/race/299177?filter_search=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 mile footrace results</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>2026 Election Results Are In!</title>
            <description>Town and School Board Elections Results Are Now Available</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/2026-election-results-are-in</link>
            <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:54:09 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Residents can now view the <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NivOj-_8fKWXTHOu4PWhMm522fVvo_wW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">results of the Elections</a> held on September 8, 2026.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Assessors Visiting Properties This Year</title>
            <description>Assessors will be visiting properties during 2026.</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/assessors-visiting-properties-this-winter</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:25:21 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>During 2026, data collectors will be conducting assessments of properties in the town of Center Harbor as part of the 2027 revaluation of property process.</p>
<p>Contact the Town Office at 603-253-4561 or <a href="mailto:townoffice@centerharbornh.gov">townoffice@centerharbornh.gov</a> if you have questions regarding these visits.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Herbicide Use Notice for 2026</title>
            <description>NHEC announces herbicide usage in Center Harbor in 2026</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/herbicide-use-notice</link>
            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:20:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New Hampshire Electric Co-op (NHEC) has contracted with Vegetation Control Services, Inc to treat vegetation growing within power line rights of way corridors.  </p>
<p>For more information, <a href="/uploads/cc_nhec-2026-vegetation-managment-notice.pdf">click here.</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Janelle Willwerth joins Center Harbor Police Department</title>
            <description>Joins the team after 37 years in the county court system.</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/janelle-willwerth-joins-center-harbor-police-department</link>
            <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:15:29 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please welcome Administrative Assistant Janelle Willwerth.  Janelle recently joined the Center Harbor Police Department after newly retiring after 37 years in the court system, serving as the Deputy Clerk of the Belknap Superior Court since 1995.</p>
<p>“After my retirement earlier this year, I found myself missing interaction with the public,” Jannelle said, “so I was excited to find the job posting with the Town of Center Harbor, a town I reside in and adore.”</p>
<p>Chief Chase said, “When I envisioned the person who would help in the day-to-day operations of the department, I never imagined the role being filled by a person with Janelle’s experience. It is truly a great match for what this town needs and what Janelle can provide.”</p>
<p>Janelle appreciates the outdoors and likes to keep active by biking, walking, and gardening, and recently learned to play Pickleball.  She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her husband, five children, and two grandchildren.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Keeping Your Town Clean</title>
            <description>&quot;The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.&quot; ~Robert Swan</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/keeping-your-town-clean</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:10:57 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The town of Center Harbor continues to pride itself in being one of the most picturesque locations in the Lakes Region.  Much of that is due to you, the residents.  The town recognizes that while the Department of Public Works does a great job, it does need help. </p>
<p>The town has procured trash bags, safety vests, and gloves for volunteers who decide they would like to do some roadside cleanup.  People are more than welcome to cleanup All public town roads on ANY day and we will pick up the bags. </p>
<p>Contact the Road Agent at <a href="mailto:dpw@centerharbornh.gov">dpw@centerharbornh.gov</a> or 603.279.8689 to schedule a time to pick them up.</p>
<p>To volunteer and coordinate with the town contact the Town Office at <a href="mailto:townoffice@centerharbornh.gov">townoffice@centerharbornh.gov</a> or call 603.253.4561 asking for the Gary regarding roadside cleanup.  He will coordinate with you the number of bags, vests, and gloves that you need for the cleanup.</p>
<p>Thanks for helping to keep Center Harbor beautiful!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Letter to Residents Regarding Assessing of Property</title>
            <description>Schedule an Appointment with the Assessor</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/letter-to-residents-regarding-assessing-of-property</link>
            <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:28:35 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The appraisal company of Commerford Nieder Perkins, LLC has completed the measuring of the exterior of your property as part of a cyclical process for data verification for the 2027 Revaluation. They have measured the buildings and estimated the interior information as best they could from the outside unless your property is posted or gated***. It is important that this information be as accurate as possible.</p>
<p>A <a href="/uploads/bos_2027-reeval-appt-letter.pdf">letter regarding setting up an appointment </a>with the Assessor has been mailed out.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Library Director position</title>
            <description>The Library Director position at James E. Nichols Memorial Library  is now open</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/library-director-position</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:46:13 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The James E. Nichols Memorial Library is seeking to fill a part-time position for an energetic, resourceful, and community-minded Library Director to lead daily operations of our small-town library. This leadership position is responsible for managing Library staff, overseeing daily operations, developing programming, maintaining the collection, engaging with the community, and helping shape the Library’s future. </p>
<p>For additional information, including the full job description, please follow link <a href="https://bit.ly/CH-library-jobposting" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/CH-library-jobposting</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Public Notice: 2027 Budget Hearings</title>
            <description>Saturday, January 23, 2027 and Wednesday, February 3, 2027</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/notice-of-2026-budget-hearings</link>
            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:04:33 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Originally posted on 09/4/26</p>
<p>Notice is hereby given that the 2027 budget hearings will be held in the Cary Mead Meeting Room, Municipal Building, 36 Main Street, Center Harbor, NH on the following dates and times:</p>
<ul><li>Saturday, January 23, 2027 @ 9:00am</li>
<li>Wednesday, February 3, 2027 @ 6:00pm</li></ul>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Notice of Lowering Lake Waukewan</title>
            <description>To commence October 2026</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/notice-of-lowering-lake-waukewan</link>
            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:31:53 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dated: July 1, 2026</p>
<p>Pursuant to an <a href="/uploads/cc_nhdes-waukewan-10.26.pdf">order issued</a> June 26, 2026 by the New Hampshire Department of
Environmental Services (NHDES), Dam Bureau, Lake Waukewan will be
lowered to a level that is six-inches (6”) below its traditional summer elevation of 540’
ASL. This adjusted lake level will be maintained until fall lake drawdowns commence
during the month of October, 2026. Lake Waukewan is being lowered to facilitate repairs to
the outlet control works and to provide additional water storage during storm events.</p>
<p>Questions may be directed to the Dam Safety and Inspection Section of the NHDES
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            <title>Officer Bevis Joins the Team!</title>
            <description>Newest member of the Center Harbor Police Departrment</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/officer-bevis-joins-the-team</link>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:05:17 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please welcome Officer Jason Bevis.  Officer Bevis comes to us from the New Hampton Police Department and recently graduated from the Police Academy in 2025.  He has previous experience as Belknap County Corrections Officer and Dispatcher.   </p>
<p>“I got into law enforcement because I’m drawn to camaraderie and the chance to work with a dedicated team.” Jason said about the reason for getting into law enforcement.  “I want to solve problems and make a tangible difference daily. This includes stopping crimes in progress and building healthy connections within the community”.</p>
<p>“When I first met Jason, I was drawn to his strong sense of community.” Chief Chase said, “Pairing that with his dedication to law enforcement, made Jason the ideal person to join the Center Harbor Police Department”.</p>
<p>When not working, Jason spend as much time as I can with his family and occasionally play a pickup game of hockey.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Political signage ordinance</title>
            <description>Town of Center Harbor signage ordinance (6:2:4) pertaining to political signs</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/political-signage-ordinance</link>
            <pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:18:27 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Temporary political signs not to exceed nine (9) square feet in area may be placed on private property with the owner’s permission for no longer than thirty (30) days prior to an election and must be removed within three (3) days following the election. The political party or organization responsible for erecting signs, the candidate and the owner of the private property on which the signs are erected or posted shall each be responsible for the removal of such signs. Under no circumstances will political signs be allowed on property owned by the Town of Center Harbor.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Protect Against Property Fraud!</title>
            <description>For your protection, consider subscribing to Free “Property Fraud Alert” alerts</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/protect-against-property-fraud</link>
            <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:40:20 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Belknap County Register’s office has made a conscious effort to be on the lookout for documents that may involve deed or mortgage related fraud.</p>
<p>For your protection, consider subscribing to their FREE “Property Fraud Alert” website for real-time monitoring and notification of any potential fraudulent activity of interest to you.  </p>
<p>To sign up for this free service for Belknap County, <em><a href="https://www.propertyfraudalert.com/NHBelknap" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a></em>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Public Hearing Notice: Cable Franchise Renewal</title>
            <description> 6 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in the Cary Mead Meeting Room </description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/public-hearing-notice-cable-franchise-renewal</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:02:49 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Originally posted on August 4, 2026</p>
<p>As part of the cable franchise renewal proceedings between the Town of Center Harbor, NH, and Breezeline, pursuant to NH RSA 53-C: 3-a, the Town will hold a public hearing on the proposal for renewal of the cable television franchise agreement on September 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., in Center Harbor, New Hampshire, at the Town Office at 36 Main Street, Center Harbor.</p>
<p>The proposed cable television franchise renewal agreement will be available for review at the Clerk’s Office, at 36 Main Street, Center Harbor, NH, during regular hours at the Clerk’s Office, for two weeks prior to the hearing date.</p>
<p>For details regarding this meeting agenda go to:  <a href="https://towncloud.io/go/center-harbor-nh/agendas/255" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://towncloud.io/go/center-harbor-nh/agendas/255</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>RFP: 2026-2027 Heating Fuel</title>
            <description>Sealed bids must be received no later than Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/rfp-2026-2027-heating-fuel</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:54:47 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Town of Center Harbor is seeking bids for heating fuel for the 2026-2027 heating season.  For more details, view the RFP by <a href="/uploads/bos_rfp_heating-fuel_2026-2027.pdf">clicking here</a> or in the Town’s Municipal Building, 36 Main Street, Center Harbor, NH.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>RFP: 2027 Landscaping Services</title>
            <description>Sealed bids must be received no later than Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/rfp-2027-landscaping-services</link>
            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:05:14 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Town of Center Harbor is requesting proposals for 2027 Landscaping services.  For more details, view the RFP by <a href="/uploads/bos_rfp-2027-landscaping-services.pdf">clicking here</a> or in the Town’s Municipal Building, 36 Main Street, Center Harbor, NH.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Roadwork to be conducted in 2026</title>
            <description>Possible road closures due to repairs</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/roadwork-to-be-conducted-in-2026</link>
            <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:42:02 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Center Harbor Highway Department will be conducting roadwork in the following areas throughout the town:</p>
<ul><li><strong>Completed:</strong> Hawkins Pond Road - Reclaim and amend road base from 175 Hawkins Pond Road to the Hawkins Pond Dam</li>
<li>Main Street - Cut or mill pavement from Route 25/Coe Hill Road to Center Harbor Congregational Church and repave. </li>
<li>Main Street at Route 25B - Cut or mill at pavement at road joint and repave.</li>
<li>Overlook Drive - Reconstruct intersection and possibly overlay street</li>
<li>Wood Ridge Road - Reconstruct and repave intersection to Waukewan Road and repair several shoulder locations up the road</li></ul>
<p>Please be aware that during construction, the road may be closed during repairs.  If you have questions regarding this activity, you can contact the Center Harbor Highway Department at 603-279-8689 or <a href="mailto:dpw@centerharbornh.gov">dpw@centerharbornh.gov</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Important update to ALL voters</title>
            <description>Annual verification of the voter checklist process</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/secretary-scanlan-informs-voters-of-annual-checklist-verification-process</link>
            <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:40:27 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Secretary of State David Scanlan informs New Hampshire voters of the annual verification of the voter checklist process required by New Hampshire law.  </p>
<p>For more information regarding this information, <strong><a href="https://mm.nh.gov/files/uploads/sos/docs/4-21-26-annual-verification-press-release.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here.</a></strong></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Staying Vigilant Against Scams</title>
            <description>Avoid Email, Text, and Phone Scams</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/staying-vigilant-against-scams</link>
            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:09:45 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scammers use email (phishing),text (smishing), phone (vishing) messages to trick you into giving them your personal and financial information. But there are several ways to protect yourself. </p>
<p>Visit the <a href="https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-avoid-scam" title="https\://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-avoid-scam" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Federal Trade Commission website</a> on how to recognize, avoid, and report scams.</p>
<p>If you have a question or concern that communication that you received from the Town of Center Harbor, please contact us at 603-253-4561.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title>Volunteers Needed for the ZBA, Heritage Commission, and Dr. Morrill Memorial Park Committee!</title>
            <description>Your Town Needs You!</description>
            <link>https://www.centerharbornh.gov/news/volunteers-needed-for-the-zba-and-heritage-commission</link>
            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:33:19 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Zoning Board of Adjustment</strong></p>
<p>The town is looking for residents to join the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) as alternate members for a 3-year term.  The ZBA review applications from residents that fall beyond the scope of the <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xB2BUNPKiXVV05byIwb_aGJs_62cItF4/view?usp=drive_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zoning Ordinances</a>. Read more about the process of through the <a href="/uploads/zba_bylaws.pdf">Zoning Board of Adjustment bylaws</a>.</p>
<p>If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member, email <a href="mailto:planningzoning@centerharbornh.gov">planningzoning@centerharbornh.gov</a></p>
<p><strong>Heritage Commission</strong></p>
<p>The town is looking for residents to join the <a href="/pages/heritage-commission">Heritage Commission</a> for a 3-year term.  The Heritage Commission mission is to strengthen and stimulate the local economy by recognizing the use and protection of resources and by encouraging the preservation and revival of historic buildings, structures and places.   </p>
<p>If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member, email the <a href="mailto:ginnyfisher47@gmail.com">Heritage Commission</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Dr. Morrill Memorial Park Committee</strong></p>
<p>The town is looking for a resident to join the <a href="/pages/dr-morrill-park-committee">Dr. Morrill Memorial Park Committee</a> as alternate members for a 3-year term.  The Dr. Morrill Memorial Park Committee mission determine a plan to re-vitalize the park, create fundraising opportunities, and plan for future update and maintenance of the Park.   </p>
<p>If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member, email Sandy Frost, Committee Chair at <a href="mailto:sandyparksandrec@gmail.com">sandyparksandrec@gmail.com</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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