Although a bill to impose speed limits of 45 mph during the day and 25 mph at night on the state’s lakes and rivers passed the House by a substantial margin three weeks ago, supporters and opponents showed up in large numbers yesterday for a fight neither side considers finished.
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Merrow Backs Off From Beach
Selectman and state Rep. Harry Merrow is backing away from his plan to create a new town beach at Long Sands on Ossipee Lake — at least for the present.
Majority Favor Boating Speed Limit
Nearly two thirds of voters in New Hampshire support creating a statewide boating speed limit, according to a poll released yesterday.
Merrow Recommends Pulling Plug on Natural Area Study
In a written statement submitted at last night’s Ossipee Selectmen’s meeting, Harry Merrow recommended that the town cancel the second phase of the botanical study of Ossipee Lake Natural Area.
Lawmakers Put the Brakes On Boats
The House yesterday approved a 45 mph daytime speed limit and a 25 mph nighttime limit for boats on the state’s lakes and rivers.