Inmate John, Part 2: ‘It’s about time I put my big-boy pants on’ and work toward parole

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After John’s parole was denied, I encouraged him to put effort into creating art that he could sell in order to pay off his restitution, which he had managed to pay down from $,5000 to about $1,500 in the 25 years he has been incarcerated. I have paid to have six of his pieces properly mounted, matted and framed, including this one called “Evil Ways.”

‘We need to take seriously the public health aspect of opiate addiction and overdose’

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We need to take seriously the public health aspect of opiate addiction and overdose. Instead of focusing on filling more jail cells, we should commit to making more health resources available to those who need them. At the end of the day, drug addiction is solely a medical issue. I have been proud to work with my legislative colleagues here in New Hampshire to tackle these issues in a rational, compassionate way, and urge our representatives in Congress to do the same.

“Coach Hubie” McDonough Jr., 83: Patriot, educator, mentor, lived life with passion

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Hubie McDonough Jr. was both an umpire and emcee extraordinaire. “Coach Hubie” was a multi-gallon blood donor to the Red Cross Blood Bank. He was a man of integrity, patriotism and great humor. When he was passionate about a cause he was all in. He lived a good life, and the number of people who owe the path of life they chose, in part, to his influence, mentorship and guidance is boundless.

‘Christmas at the Brook’ craft fair Nov. 14 at Brookside Congregational Church

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Snap up one-of-a-kind handmade gifts that will surely bring smiles this holiday season. In addition to shopping for gifts, you can fill a container with your favorite varieties of fresh baked cookies in the Cookie Walk. Hit the bake sale and take a chance on the raffle to win popular themed gift baskets.

Dear Dr. Brady: I suspect my child’s classmate may be suffering abuse. What should I do?

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“My child came home with another student’s notebook. When I asked my child about who it belonged too, they said it belonged to a friend in their class. I noticed inside the notebook that there were suggestive pictures in the book. On another page there was a note that said “please stop hurting me.” I am so worried about this child and I don’t know what to do!”

Amazing Grace: Evolution of a prison letter-writing ministry

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John, a prisoner in California, is a prolific writer, sending me 20 letters in 2012, 38 in 2013, 58 in 2014 and over 40 already in 2015. Letters are often delayed in being delivered so it is not uncommon to hear from him for several weeks that he has received no mail from me even though I write fairly regularly. Even the slightest break in my letter-writing would bring an apologetic letter saying he hoped he had not offended me in any way.

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