File this in the category of why being an Insider is so much fun. Last Friday, we ducked out of our cubicle early to stop by the New Hampshire Liquor and Wine Outlet on Storrs Street to sample wine. Best of all, we didn’t get into any trouble for it. We were there to try the Inscription Limited Edition Old Vine Zinfandel and Petite Sirah – two varieties blended exclusively for New Hampshire by well-known vintner…

We have a mystery for you to solve, readers: Who are these cute kids posing in front of a fire truck (and modeling fire gear)? The photo was taken in the ’60s or ’70s, if that helps narrow it down. If you can help identify these kiddos, e-mail news@theconcordinsider.com or call 369-3378.

Visit concordpubliclibrary.net to peruse the online card catalog. "Energy Every Day" Ron Woods and Chris Jordan 2010, 235 pages Nonfiction The authors of this well-researched book aim to help individuals of all ages increase their personal energy levels. The book consists of three distinct sections. The first section examines the importance of energy management, the roles of nutrition, hydration, sleep and movement…

It’s not often that adults consider an 11-year-old to be a role model – it’s usually the other way around. But Kaylee Lane, a 6th grader at Rundlett Middle School, is definitely worth looking up to, no matter your age. Recently, Kaylee was accepted to a jazz and ballet summer intensive program held at the prestigious Joffrey Ballet School in New York City. The four-week program…

In a world where 24 hours worth of video is uploaded to YouTube every minute, Concord TV is helping the community stay on top of the trend with training and opportunities to develop skills. The local access station is doing big things for residents, nonprofits and businesses and wants you to know about it. The station was founded 10 years ago in a 950-square-foot space at Concord High…

‘What beer?’ Colleen Collins, 45, of Concord was arrested on March 21 on charges of theft, possession of an open container on private property and breach of bail conditions. According to Officer Melissa Pfefferle’s report, she was dispatched to the Hess station on North Main Street around 4:10 p.m. for a report that a woman had stolen a can of beer. A Hess employee described the woman as wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and said she had bruising around her left eye. After a brief search, Pfefferle found a woman who fit the description and that she recognized to be Collins. Pfefferle wrote…