NEWS
10/18/24 - $45,000 In-Kind Contribution Received!
A big THANK YOU to the Barrington NH Library Foundation, who are beginning their renovation of a former medical office building in the town.
Our mutual architect, Jason LaCombe of SMP Architecture, suggested that rather than putting the medical office cabinets into a landfill, perhaps they would consider donating them to us, and they eagerly agreed!
With help from volunteers, we moved, hefted, lifted, stacked and then stored 76 cabinets that we will use in our treatment areas, food prep, pharmacy, offices, and other wildlife hospital areas. Thank you to the Foundation and our volunteers. We couldn’t have done it without you.
10/8/2024 - Town of Hooksett Zoning Approval
Good news! The Town of Hooksett Zoning Board of Adjustments approved our request for a special exception to build our Wildlife Center. Although we will only treat wildlife and operate as a not-for-profit, we are considered “commercial” for zoning purposes. We showed them conceptual building plans which were designed to blend into the residential area and into the natural environment. The Zoning Board showed support from four of its members and we are thankful for their support.
8/26/2024 - NH Center for Wildlife featured in Union Leader!
Read an article in August 26th’s Union Leader “Proposed in Hooksett: A Place to Heal Wild Creatures” by Shawne K. Wickham, Union Leader Staff.
8/12/2024 - Presentation to Hooksett Conservation Committee
We presented our preliminary plan to the Hooksett Conservation Committee and they are on board with our project! Next up: Zoning Board presentation in September.
8/6/2024 - Land Donation from Hooksett Landowners
We received a Letter of Intent from the Hooksett landowners today of their intention to donate the land to us. Mind-blowing! They are especially supportive of our strong educational intention to nurture and develop wildlife medical and rehabilitation skills in veterinarians, animal health professionals, and people interested in volunteering as licensed wildlife rehabilitators. There are kind and generous people everywhere!
8/5/2024 - Concept Discussion with Hooksett Planning Board
We had a successful concept discussion with the Hooksett Planning Board, Every person we have met from the Town has been helpful and encouraging. Thank you, Hooksett!