Julie Huss, The Derry News Journalist Profile

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Students, families say goodbye to retiring principal

3 weeks ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

The school year is winding down and students and families at Derry's South Range Elementary School had a special way of saying goodbye to a longtime principal. The school hosted a “Popsicles with the Principal” event Tuesday, June 3, with families and children stopping after school ended for the day to give a warm send-off to Matthew Olsen, who is retiring at the end of this year as principal.
Derry cemetery tour offers stories from World War I

3 weeks ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

It was a stroll through one of Derry’s oldest and most sacred grounds as history unfolded during a tour at Forest Hill Cemetery. The tour, titled “Warriors, Widows and Orphans,” was led by Derry Public Library’s Erin Robinson, along with local historian T.J. Cullinane, with tales of those soldiers who left their hometown to serve in World War I and what their families and friends back on the home front were doing to support the war cause and how it affected Derry.
Derry honors Memorial Day with parade, services

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

Derry honored its fallen Monday with several Memorial Day events. The annual parade stepped off from Hood Commons, continuing down Crystal Avenue and onto East Broadway, ending at MacGregor Park, where guest speakers and veterans held traditional services to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the military. The park is home to several monuments standing to honor all local veterans who served in conflicts and wars.
Derry Police investigating unknown incident, no details yet

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

Derry Police are currently conducting an active investigation in the area behind Hood Commons at 4 Peabody Road Annex. The location houses several businesses. Officials would not give details at the scene but reported there was no threat to the public. Schools including nearby Pinkerton Academy took precautions for a short time, halting any outdoor activities. More than a dozen Derry police cruisers remained at the scene by early afternoon, as investigators continued to gather information.
Derry Police investigating unknown incident

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

Derry Police are currently conducting an active investigation in the area behind Hood Commons at 4 Peabody Road Annex. The location houses several businesses. Officials would not give details at the scene but reported there was no threat to the public. Schools including nearby Pinkerton Academy took precautions for a short time, halting any outdoor activities. More than a dozen Derry police cruisers remained at the scene by early afternoon, as investigators continued to gather information.
Good boy: Derry's first comfort dog honored

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

A furry addition to the Derry Police Department was honored for completing extensive training and for being an important asset to the department. Bear, the department's first comfort dog, was celebrated for his successful year-long training efforts and is now ready for his role supporting both the community and officer wellness.
Road, water projects top Derry’s warm weather list

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

Spring weather brings out the to-do list for the town of Derry, with road projects and other work planned for the warmer days ahead. Town councilors got a look at the Public Works Department’s list, including several infrastructure projects that will put some temporary snags in traffic patterns around town. Communication is key, according to incoming Town Administrator Michael Fowler, who said any news about disruptions will be given to the public to make sure everyone is aware of what’s going on.
Derry's downtown parking plan moving ahead

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

A vacant downtown Derry property touted for years as a catalyst for economic development is getting new life as a parking/housing project continues to move forward. A parking garage/housing/retail plan is gaining momentum as town officials approved funding sources for the garage portion of the project to be located on the town-owned property known as Abbott Court.
Next Charter School in Derry prepares to expand

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

Next Charter School in Derry is expanding to provide more space for its students. The school, located in the lower level of Gilbert H. Hood Middle School, is planning an expansion project set to begin this summer and be completed by the end of the year. School officials came before the Derry Cooperative School Board recently to give additional details regarding how they planned to grow the space to accommodate students and staff.
Derry celebrates Derby Day

1 month ago | unionleader.com | Julie Huss

Derry celebrated its annual Derby Day on Saturday, celebrating the spring season with downtown activities, a youth fishing derby and accolades for a lofty hometown hero. The annual Derby Day event started off with the annual youth fishing derby at Hood Pond, hosted by the Derry Lions Club and Derry Parks and Recreation. Families gathered along the pond’s shorelines with children casting their fishing lines to hopefully catch trout, perch, sunfish or bass that call the pond home.