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Northern New H.ampshire Tourism Ploof Conference draws over 100 people convicted BY BARBARA TETREAULT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

WHITEFIELD -- Members of the North Country’s tourism industry were urged to start small but think big and not to be afraid to try unique ways to promote their businesses and communities. Jeff Bercuvitz, one of the country’s leading experts on community engagement, spoke about developing creative strategies for innovative partnerships in his keynote address yesterday at the second annual Northern New

Hampshire Conference on Tourism. Over 100 participants took part in workshops, heard from top speakers, and networked at the two day event held at the Mountain View Grand Resort. Workshop topics ranged from working with international markets and using social media for marketing to moving your business to the next level and writing press releases. Two representatives of Hermit Woods Winery of Sanbornton spoke about the power of making connections in their keynote address see CONFERENCE page 7

Two armed robberies in less than an hour in Conway area BY ERIK EISELE THE CONWAY DAILY SUN

CONWAY —Two armed robberies late Wednesday — one in Madison, one in North Conway where a police commissioner’s relative was the victim — have authorities searching for suspects and asking for the public’s help. It also has Conway police ofﬁ cials saying once again the

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department is understaffed after an ofﬁcer had to release a man who had just been arrested on drugs charges in order to respond to one of the armed robberies. The ﬁrst incident occurred at the T.D. Bank at the intersection of routes 16 and 302 at roughly 9:21 p.m. when a relative of police commissioner Theresa Kennett drove up see ROBBERIES page 29

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LANCASTER — One of New Hampshire’s civilly committed sex offenders has recently been convicted of additional crimes in criminal court. William Ploof, 52, who is currently housed in the sexcure psychiatric unit of the NH State Prison in Concord, was tried in Coos Superior Court last month on charges he sexually assaulted an adolescent boy some 30 years ago. A Coos jury found Ploof guilty of aggravated felonious assault and conspiracy to commit assault on Oct 13. He had been accused of conspiring with another man in assaultsee PLOOF page 31

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Protest in Oakland turns violent OAKLAND, Calif. — Tear gas hung over Oakland for the second time in two weeks after a small group of demonstrators faced off against the police early Thursday following a peaceful march by thousands of Occupy Oakland protesters. A roving group of about 100 mostly young men broke from the main group of protesters in a central plaza and roamed through downtown streets spraying grafﬁ ti, burning garbage and breaking windows. The police said some in the group

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Greek leader calls off a referendum on bailout plan ATHENS — After a tumultuous day of political gamesmanship, Prime Minister George A. Papandreou called off his plan to hold a referendum on Greece’s new loan deal with the European Union and vowed to continue in ofﬁce despite rumors he would resign and growing pressure from within his own party to do so. In an address to his party’s central committee on Thursday evening, Mr. Papandreou said there was no need for a referendum now that the opposition New Democracy Party had said for the ﬁ rst time on Thursday that it

would back the loan deal. Trying to capitalize on what appeared to be a major political coup, the prime minister invited that party to become “co-negotiators” on the new deal and later said that talks on a unity government should begin immediately. Addressing lawmakers late on Thursday, he also suggested that he would be willing to step aside so that others could form a unity government, but only if he wins a crucial conﬁdence vote on Friday. “I am not clinging to my seat,” he said.

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Bank admits error after couple claims home was illegally taken BY DAYMOND STEER THE CONWAY DAILY SUN

EFFINGHAM — A major Wall Street bank is apologizing to a Maine couple who allege that the bank wrongfully claimed ownership of their second home on Green Mountain Road in Effingham. But the apology rings hollow for the Drew family. Apparently, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. confused a little red house, owned by Travis and Paula Drew, at 529 Green Mountain Road, for a no-longer-existent mobile home at 519 Green Mountain Road. The structures were owned by different people even though they once shared the same lot. The confusion led the bank’s agents to change the locks on the Drews’ home and remove $14,000 worth of belongings from the property. The Drews don’t live in the Effingham house. They live in Stow, Maine. Another entity, called EMC Mortgage, had foreclosed on a mobile home in 2002. The bank-owned mobile home burned down in 2007. EMC Mortgage became a part of Chase when Chase acquired Bear Stearns in 2008. The bank, which was apparently under the impression it owned the mortgage on the Drew house, sent a contractor to maintain the property. “We apologize for the error and have reached out to the homeowner to resolve the issue,” said Chase spokesman Michael Fusco to The Conway Daily Sun on Wednesday. Fuscos’ written statement doesn’t specifically state what the error was or how it happened. The Drews aren’t impressed with Chase’s admission of an error. As of Wednesday afternoon, Chase still hadn’t explained itself to them. Bank employees told the Drews that a representative named Michelle would be in contact with them when the bank’s investigation is complete. “We are pleased with the fact that Chase admits fault; however, our stance is that they initiated contact with no resolve,” stated Travis and Paula Drew in an e-mail. “We have been told of the great mistake they made but must wait for further information. Why did they initiate contact when they weren’t

really ready to speak with us? This is unacceptable.” Further, the Drews say the debacle has impacted Travis Drew’s health. He is an Iraq war veteran who suffers from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. He retired from the Army in January. “We have not been afforded the opportunity to talk with anyone who has information regarding the issue at hand or see a single piece of paper supporting Chase’s position, yet we have supplied a pile on our behal f,” said the Drews. “Every day this matter remains unresolved it compounds an already stressful situation and deteriorates Travis’ medical issues.” The Drews are consulting with a local attorney. Many other people from around the country are having similar problems with the big banks. According to a Washington Post story dated Sept. 29. 2010, J.P. Morgan Chase agreed to put on a freeze on its foreclosures in 23 states because of fl awed paperwork. That decision impacted 56,000 borrowers. Further, a J.P. Morgan employee made a sworn deposition that “her team signed off on about 18,000 foreclosures per month without checking whether they were justifi ed,” the Washington Post reported. The Drews’ plight begins on Oct. 22, when Paula Drew’s parents, John and Donna Rico, told the Drews about notes that appeared on the door of the little red house. The notes stated that the property was managed by Chase Property Preservation and that a company called LPS Field Services had found the property to be vacant or abandoned and that the mortgage holder (Chase) had the right to have the home secured and winterized. The notes shocked the Drews who weren’t even Chase customers. The property at 529 Green Mountain Road didn’t even have a mortgage. The Drews said they were initially frustrated with what they felt was law enforcement’s slow response to their pleas for help. “This whole thing baffl es me as to how it was able to go so far without notifi cation to anyone and that it was allowed to continue after the authorities responded,” said Travis Drew.

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To the editor: As I write this message, the 2011 second issue tax bills for the town of Gorham are going in the mail. The news is not good. The tax rate for 2011 is $26.80, which is $2.85 higher than the 2010 rate of $23.95. The rate breaks down as follows: Town $11.21; School $ 9.58{local) $ 2.29{state); County $ 3.72. There are many factors that go into the tax rate setting. The factors which affected the 2011 rate the most are the loss of approximately $10,000,000 in valuation and the loss of undesignated fund balance to use to reduce the tax rate. Though almost every category of property showed a decrease in total value, commercial/industrial and residential comprise the bulk ofthe decrease in total town valuation. There was an overall decrease in residential value of $3.8 million while the decrease in commercial/industrial was $6.1 million. Undesignated fund balance is what the town has on reserve that is not designated for any purpose. The undesignated fund balance (UFB) at the end of 2010 was $517,655. From this the town was approved for an emergency expenditure of $76,500 for damages during Tropical Storm Irene making UFB now $441,155. The Gov-

On the 4th of November 1646, the Massachusetts Bay Colony passed an act condemning what it deemed to be heresy and making it punishable by death. The colony’s founders, Puritan’s seeking religious freedom for their way of thinking and acting and desirous of building what its twelve-term governor, John Winthrop, called “a city upon a hill,” would deny that same religious freedom to any who disagreed with their interpretation of what constituted religion. John Winthrop (1588-1649) was one of the leading colonial fi gures of his day. In addition to his twelve annual terms as governor, he wrote one of the now most widely used resources on early colonial history. His thinking on governance has influenced many of the nation’s politicians down to this day. So it is well to recall what Winthrop’s thinking was. While he was considered something of a moderate conservative in his day, his ideas about governance are clearly more authoritarian than most of us, I think, would feel comfortable with today. He favored limitations on voting and civil rights. He believed that such rights should only be given to those of proper religious orientation. That proper religious orientation, of course, had to be the strictest of Puritan beliefs. Winthrop disdained the very idea of democracy, calling it “the meanest and worst of all forms of government.” He held that there was a natural aristocracy of men and that only that aristocracy was fit to govern and to vote. By 1646, the Puritan government of the Massachusetts Bay Colony was feeling itself threatened. Other religious groups, such as the Quakers and Baptists, were arriving on the colony’s shores expecting religious freedoms of their own. The more lenient and tolerant views of these groups held the potential of undermining the rigidity of the Puritan way. To the Puritan mind, such thinking and acting was heresy, or, at least, it was a threat to their position of power. And so, a law was

ernment Finance Officers’ Association (GFOA) recommends a certain retainage of UFB and the range set this year for the town of Gorham is $730,364 to $1,552,024. As you can see, we are nowhere near even the low end of that range. Therefore the difficult decision was made to not use any UFB in the tax calculation this year. Those factors above, combined with smaller increases in school and county rates and other reductions in revenues, increased the tax rate by $2.85, which is an increase of $285 per year on property valued at $100,000, $570 per year on property valued at $200,000, and so forth. I encourage you to contact me at 466-3322, if you have any questions regarding the rate. Additionally, I encourage you to attend all town meetings as you are able in order to voice opinions and ask questions with regard to any and all subjects under discussion. The Board of Selectmen meets on alternating Monday nights with the next meeting on Monday, November 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the public meeting room on the second floor of the town hall. We encourage and welcome your participation. Robin L. Frost Town Manager

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An Act of Intolerance passed that any act of heresy, as deﬁ ned by the colony’s government, was punishable by death. Such a law, of course, drove dissenters out of the colony and to establish settlements of their own, free from the authoritarian leadership of Massachusetts Bay. Roger Williams (1603-1683), an ordained Anglican minister, disputed the strictness of the colony’s Puritan leadership and was dismissed from the pulpits he held and banished from the colony. He and his followers moved to and settled in what is now Rhode Island. Anne Hutchinson (1591-1643), another dissenter from Puritan rigidity, would also be banished for her unorthodox teachings. She, too, settled for a time in Rhode Island. Both faced the death penalty if they ever returned and continued their “heresies.” Roger Williams strongly believed in the separation of church and state. “Enforced conformity confounds religious and civil liberty and denies the principles of Christianity and civility. No man shall be required to worship or to maintain a worship against his will.” Rhode Island welcomed those of different religious persuasions and those who suffered persecution for their particular beliefs. Such wisdom prevailed when the Founding Fathers of this nation sat down to draw up its Constitution. They recognized that each man or woman should be free to follow his or her own conscience in the matter of religion. George Washington himself, our nation’s ﬁrst president, was a strong advocate of religious toleration, and lived out his own particular religious ideas by attending many different churches in his lifetime, and, often, none at all. Intoleration of differences, whether religious or civic, has always reared its ugly head from time to time in the history of this country and of the world. The Massachusetts Bay Colony Act of 1646 was but one example. Fortunately, in this land, wiser heads prevailed. May they always do so.

Board members need to have open minds, not preconceived agenda To the editor: For the past ten years I have been a member of the Berlin Board of Education. I decided not to seek re-election. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the superintendents, administrators, teachers, and support staff that I have had the pleasure to work with over the last decade. They are a tireless group who go above and beyond, in and out of school buildings. Berlin students, past and present, are lucky to have such talented and dedicated individuals who are committed to the success of their students. Thank you for all that you do. The municipal elections are quickly approaching. Four of the ﬁ ve Board of Education seats are up for grabs this year. I hope you took the time to read the proﬁ les of the Board of Education candidates in the November 3, edition of the “Berlin Daily Sun”. They all did a good job answering the questions. It’s great to see a variety of candidates come forward, willing to dedicate their time and energy to the children of the Berlin school system. When I think of the pool of candidates I can’t help but think of the phrase “the good, the bad and the ugly.” Louise Valliere is running unopposed for a four-year term. There are six candidates vying for the three, two-year terms. I am writing to ask you to join me in supporting the two incumbents, Nathan Morin and Nicole Plourde. I have

worked with both of these individuals for many years and can speak to their compassion for the students of Berlin. They come well-prepared to meetings and give thoughtful consideration to every issue. They have consistently looked at ways to cut costs. They are willing to make the tough choices, but every choice they make, is done so with the children in mind. They are an asset to the Berlin Board of Education. They are most deserving of your vote. There are two other candidates that I expect would do a fi ne job as board members. Tricia Walsh is a teacher in the Gorham School District. She is an involved parent, working with the Brown School PTO. She has been a coach in the school district and seemed to have a good rapport with students. I would consider her a capable board member. Ken Proulx retired from the Berlin School District after 39 years of service. He has a good handle on all aspects of education. As a guidance counselor, he worked closely with students and has a caring persona. Voters will determine for themselves whether Tricia Walsh and Ken Proulx should be elected. The fi nal two candidates, in my opinion, should not be elected to the Berlin Board of Education. I am concerned that neither Bob Rodrique, nor Mark Evans, is capable of putting the needs of the students first. Bob Rodrique is see OPEN MINDS page 30

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C IT Y O F BE R L IN O ffice ofth e M ayor

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T O T H E VO T E RS O F BE RL IN A s we approach th is year’s m unicipal election and take stock ofourrecent successes,we m ust rem em berth e significant d ifficu lties we faced to get to wh ere we are at now.W h en I was elected two sh ort years ago,I was facing 4 council m em bers wh o wou ld stop at noth ing to keep progress out ofBerlin and th e opportunities that cam e with it.O ne m em ber,wh o represented W ard IV,resigned after suffering business d ifficu lties and has since left Berlin.W h en th e council elected D iana N elson to fill th e seat,th e balance changed from “N O N O N O ” to “YE S W E C A N ”!!T h e subsequent qu ick resignations ofD ave Pou lin and Ryan L andry brought to th e council L efty T h eberge and Russ O tis.Both ofth ese fine com m unity servants are hard workers,and know first hand th e econom icstruggles of Berlin’s working fam ilies.I was deeply worried wh en long tim e M ayorand C ouncillorBob D anderson resigned wh en h e retired and relocated to Florida.T h e Berlin C ity C ouncil,h owever,was extrem ely blessed to have a person as capable as D oriD ucharm e fill th e seat.D oribrings to th e C ity C ouncil years in financial services experience and sh e has been a valu able team m em berin th e always d ifficu lt bud get process.A lth ough unopposed ,one ofBerlin’s hardest working councillors is L ucie R em illard .T ough as nails,L ucie has been and continues to be a tireless advocate forth e struggling working fam ilies h ere in Berlin,and I am very fortunate to be able to count on h erto h elp m ove Berlin forward .T h e only m em berofcity governm ent not up forre-election is M ike Rozek .M ike is th e h olderofBerlin’s purse strings and h e too recognizes th e only way to succeed is to put Berlin back to work . Because I am running unopposed ,it is easy to assum e that ourrecent good fortunes will keep m oving forward .Just th ink ifwe had one less vote forprosperity.N ot only wou ld we N O T have th e Berlin Station project with th e hundreds ofjobs and th e $40 plus m illions of dollars in new taxes,but Isaacson Steel wou ld have closed m onth s ago,putting still m ore people out ofwork and killing Berlin.C ate Street C apital has injected significant resources until Isaacson exits bankruptcy.W ou ld th ey have taken such as active role ifth e M ayor and C ouncil continued to try to keep th em out ofBerlin?T h e fact is,form erC ouncillorL afleurneverstoop up forth e project,and current C ouncillorM cC ue fought so fiercely against th e project it really dem onstrated th eirsh ortsightedness.It’s certainly not a good quality foreffective leaders.W e are very fortunate th ey d id N O T succeed .Berlin wou ld be a sh ell w ith no h ope foryoung people and an unem ploym ent rate of20% .T o m ove forward and to m axim ize ourpotential developm ent at th e Berlin Station site,I will need all of th e council m em bers th inking and working togeth erto h elp Berlin get back on its feet. O n T uesday,N ovem ber8th ,Berlin’s future is at stake.I ask you,th e voters ofBerlin,to h elp m e h elp Berlin.Please elect back to th e C ity C ouncil L ucie Rem illard and Russ O tis in W ard I; D iana N elson and L efty T h eberge in W ard IV.In th e two contested seats in W ard II,it is very im portant th e voters send current C ouncillorD ucharm e back to th e council as well as electing longtim e Berlin resident and form erBH S three sport standout D enise M organ A llain.D enise will m ake a great add ition to th e council,and sh e lives firsthand th e fact that a loved one is out ofwork and struggling.T h ese two lad ies are extrem ely talented and Berlin needs th em at th is critical tim e.T h e W ard III contested seat between PeterH igbee and D avid M oore is an interesting one.M r.H igbee currently serves on th e BlD PA board and is a very active m em berofth e board .Because little is known about wh ere each stands on th e d ifficu lt issues, I h ope and pray th e person wh o is elected has th e backs ofBerlin’s struggling fam ilies. Finally,as yourM ayor,th e buck stops at m y desk .M y experience and m y untiring willingness to be m ore than a M onday night M ayoris paying off.In sports,no one is successfu l by th em selves,and it is m ore true in city governm ent.T ogeth er,we will be m ore successfu l beyond ourwildest dream s.But it starts T uesday,and rem em ber,take th e 15 m inutes to vote.

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GORHAM -- Mary Elizabeth Berry, 86, formerly of Labonville’s Trailer Park, Gorham and Glen Avenue, passed away early Thursday Morning, November 3, 2011 at Coos County Nursing Home in Berlin where she had resided since 2006. Born on October 20, 1925 in Cascade Flats, she was the daughter of Cornelius and Robina (Miller) Murphy. Mary attended St. Benedict’s school in Berlin. She was a lifelong homemaker and was a communicant of Holy Family Church in Gorham and then St. Anne’s Church of Good Shepherd Parish in Berlin. Her favorite past-times included having and going to yard sales, playing cards, and spending time with her family. Besides her parents, she is predeceased by her ﬁ rst husband, Moses H. Berry; her second husband, Fred Dearborn; a son, Robert Berry; brothers, Clement and Francis Murphy; sister Dorothy Downs; three halfbrothers, Henry Murphy, George and Kenneth Doyle, and three half-sisters, Catherine Hayes, Evelyn Dugas, and Marion Coffee. She leaves her daughter, Linda Goyette and her husband Ron of Berlin; a son, Norman Berry and his wife Ranee of Beverly Hills, Florid; a daughter-inlaw, Patricia Berry of Berlin; six grandchildren, Norman Berry, Jr., (Robyn), Elizabeth Clark (Eric), Tammy Fauteux (Randy), Michael Goyette (Kristine), Chad Berry (Kelly), and Jason

Berry (Monica); 12 great-grandchildren, Ashley, Katie, and Emma Berry, Meagan and Matthew Berry, Cody and Cory Fauteux, Tristen Gaulin, Autumn and Alexa Goyette, Beau and Reese Berry; several nieces and nephews includi n g special n i e c e a n d friends Betty and Bill Fuller. A Mass of Christ i a n Mary E. Berry Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 5, at Holy Family Church in Gorham, NH. Rev. Kyle F. Stanton will ofﬁ ciate. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Family Cemetery in Gorham. Calling hours will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov 4, and from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov 5, prior to the Mass at Fleury-Patry Funeral Home, 33 Exchange St, Gorham. Memorial donations may be made to the Activity Fund, % Coos County Nursing Home, 364 Cates Hill Road, Berlin, NH 03570. Online guestbook at www.ﬂ eurypatry.com.

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BERLIN -- A funeral service was held for Rene N. Fortin, on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, in the Chapel of Fleury-Patry Funeral Home with Reverend Kyle Stanton, as celebrant. Internment followed the service at, St. Kieran Cemetery in Berlin. There

were numerous friends and family members that attended the services from in and out of town. To post a tribute, please visit www.ﬂeury-patry.com Arrangements were under the direction of The Fleury-Patry Funeral Homes of Berlin and Gorham.

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North Country Child Care Summit held at White Mountains Community College BERLIN -- On Friday, October 14, 2011, White Mountains Community College hosted the 5th North Country Child Care Summit, with behavioral specialist Jeanine Fitzgerald as the keynote speaker. The event brought 65 of Coös County’s child care providers together with SAU personnel, mental health experts, college and high school Early Childhood faculty and their students. Fitzgerald’s keynote address mirrored the objectives of the Early Childhood Initiative’s (ECI) focus this year -social and emotional competence - and was entitled, “Learning Environments with Conscience”. The ECI and the Coös County Director Network kicked off the event with a dinner the prior evening, where Fitzgerald delivered a presentation entitled, Dancing with Porcupines: Understanding the Finer Points of Ourselves and Others. In attendance were child care directors and staff from Gorham, Berlin, Lancaster, Whiteﬁeld, Groveton, and Colebrook. Ann Tenney of Northern Human Services, Georgia Caron, SAU 3 special education director, and Berlin area Preschool Transition Coordinator Kate Moore also attended. The Director Network is a group of 11 directors of child care centers from Coös County who meet in a different location each month to support one another, share success stories, and plan ongoing professional development. At last year’s Summit, ECI program coordinator Kathy Keene asked a group of forty professionals to develop a shared vision of what constitutes “quality” in local child care. That event resulted in the creation of a “We Believe” list. This year’s Summit was built off of that

work. The list includes the expectation that quality providers will commit to understanding child development, developing good relationships with families, creating positive and safe environments, continuing training for all staff, and remaining passionate about what they do. This year’s Summit’s planning team, Ann Tenney, Pat Finnigan-Allen, Sue Cloutier, Melanie Mallet, and Kathy Keene, were intentional in their choice of presenter, subject matter, and attendees. The goal was to build upon the theme of quality by focusing speciﬁ cally on addressing challenging behaviors. The team has been working with Cathy McDowell from the Family Support Project and Head Start personnel to bring tools from the Center on Social and Emotional Foundations of Early Learning (CSEFEL) to Coös County. Another goal was to connect every available support program for young children and families. White Mountains Community College is home to the Early Childhood Initiative and is a partner in the Early Childhood Development North Country Strategy funded by the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The goal of the Initiative is to help child care centers throughout Coos County improve the quality of their programs. The ﬁ ve-year Strategy is designed to help all children thrive by focusing services and information for parents on the early years of growth and development, supporting professional development and continued education for early childhood professionals, increasing access to infant mental health, and strengthening

childcare and preschool services for all children, ages 0 – 6, in Coos County. It is guided by the belief that investing early in families with young children will improve the future community

and economic vitality and stability of the North Country. For more information about this Initiative, please contact Kathy Keene at kkeene@ ccsnh. edu, or call 603.752.1113 ext. 3293.

AVH, Coos County Family Health Services partner to promote men’s wellness BERLIN -- During the month of November, Androscoggin Valley Hospital and Coos County Family Health Services are partnering to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues. Both entities will be promoting “Movember.” Movember is a national movement in which men become walking, talking billboards for men’s health causes, speciﬁ cally cancers affecting men. Men who participate in Movember are asked to start the month of November clean-shaven. Beginning November 1, they grow and groom a mustache for the next 30 days, literally changing the face of men’s health awareness. Men with existing facial hair can do the reverse, shaving portions of their facial hair as the month progresses. Women and non-participating men champion the participating men by ﬁ nancially sponsoring them directly or by conducting fundraisers to raise money as part of this effort. Funds raised from this initiative support prostate cancer and other male cancer initiatives run by Movember and through their men’s health partners the Prostate Cancer Foundation and LIVESTRONG. The public is welcome to join the AVH/ CCFHS team by registering at www.

movember.com “Coos County Family Health Services has approximately 3,000 male patients between the ages 45 to 65 who should be screened for prostate cancer among other health issues like high blood pressure. Only 46% of them have regular physicals,” commented Kathleen Kelley of CCFHS. “I visited with men at the Farmers Market this summer. They mentioned that they are healthy and do not need to come in for preventive care. Often, they say ‘what I do not know won’t hurt me.’ Yet, prostate cancer is second only to skin cancer and lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer and cancer death, respectively, in U.S. men. CCFHS is in the business of keeping people healthy, and what CCFHS providers know can improve a patient’s quality of life.” “Androscoggin Valley Hospital is proud that a number of our employees are participating in this initiative to help raise money for important health-related causes,” commented James Patry, AVH Public Relations and Marketing Director. “This is another example of how AVH is Leading the Way to a Healthier Future.” For more information about this special month, please visit www.movember. com.

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Thursday, Oct. 20 5:29 p.m. William Grondin, 58, of Gorham, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and a felony charge of operating after being certified as an habitual offender. He was released on $10,000 personal recognizance bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 9. 6:50 p.m. A case of shoplifting was reported at Walmart. Friday, Oct. 21 9:06 p.m. A rear-end collision was reported on Main Street in front of Northern Peaks Motor Inn. The impact caused extensive damage to both vehicles and one person with minor injuries was treated by Gorham EMS. Saturday, Oct. 22 3:33 a.m. A caller on Gorham Hill Road reported their computer stolen. It was later found outside. 2:04 p.m. Berlin City Chevrolet reported a vehicle stolen. The vehicle was later located. 9:32 p.m. John Popikas, 26, of Bridgeport, Conn., was arrested and charged with possession of drugs and possession of drugs in a motor vehicle. He was released on $1,000 personal recognizance bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 9. Sunday, Oct. 23 2 a.m. Vincent Pegurri, 20, of

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Waltham, Mass., was issued a citation for speed. 2:33 a.m. Cullen Murtie, 29, of Hampton Falls, was issued a citation for speed. 3:59 a.m. Andrew Corrigan, 27, of Gorham, was arrested and charged with two counts of driving while intoxicated. He was released on $350 personal recognizance bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 18. 12:25 p.m. A case of shoplifting was reported at Wal-Mart. Monday, Oct. 24 7:06 a.m. Broughton Shackford, 18, of Center Conway, was issued a citation for speed. 11:14 a.m. Patricia Guay, 58, of Berlin, was arrested and charged with willful concealment. She was released on $350 personal recognizance bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 9. Tuesday, Oct. 25 2:39 p.m. A wallet was reported stolen from a car on Main Street. Approximately $4,000 in cash was taken. Wednesday, Oct. 26 7:29 a.m. A gas drive off for $375 was reported at the Circle K. Thursday, Oct. 27 12:20 a.m. A case of shoplifting was reported at the Irving. Someone reportedly walked out with a case of beer.

October 24 11:11 a.m. -- State Police registered a sexual offender who resides in the town of Stark. October 26 8:55 p.m. -- State Police responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision in Jefferson. A vehicle operated by Claude Guay, 47, of Maidstone, Vt., struck a moose as it crossed in front of his vehicle. No injuries reported and the vehicle was towed from the scene. October 28 6: p.m. -- State Police served domestic violence stalking order to a male party on Fish Pond Road in Colebrook. 6:23 p.m. -- State Police responded to a motor vehicle collision on Route 26 in Errol. Lori Ann Hall, 46, of Errol, was operating her vehicle westbound when a deer ran across the road in front of her. Hall was unable to stop and ended up hitting the deer. Her vehicle was driven from the scene and no injuries reported. 6:36 p.m. -- State Police responded to a motor vehicle collision on Route 16 in Errol. Ronald Langlois, 32, of Berlin, was operating his vehicle southbound when he was unable to avoid a moose crossing into his lane. Langlois struck the moose causing damage to his vehicle. No injuries

reported. October 29 9:58 -- State Police assisted the fire marshal’s office at the scene of a structure fire in the town of Stratford. 1:38 p.m. -- State Police is investigating the report of a theft in the town of Shelburne. 7:17 p.m. -- State Police responded to a motor vehicle collision in the town of Stark on Northside Road. John Alan Carignan, 54, of Epsom, was traveling westbound when his vehicle struck a railroad crossing, damaging the vehicle. There was no personal injury and the vehicle was towed from the scene. Subsequently, however, Carignan was arrested on the charge of driving while intoxicated. He will need to appear in the Lancaster District Court on November 7. 10:33 p.m. -- State Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute in the town of Jefferson. The matter remains under investigation. October 30 1:02 a.m. -- State Police assisted the Northumberland Police with a motor vehicle accident involving one of their cruisers on Rt 3 southbound in the town of Northumberland. There was no injury involved and the vehicle was towed from the scene.vehicles involved.

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Sealed Bids for Contract # 2011-20 for the abatement and removal of asbestos materials found in an asbestos survey for 246 Grafton Street will be received by the City of Berlin at the City Manager’s Office at Berlin City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570 until 2:00 pm prevailing time Thursday November 17, 2011. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 3:00 pm in any available office or conference room at the City Offices, City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH. The City Manager reserves the right to waive defects in form and minor irregularities and to reject any or all bids as determined to be in the best interest of the City. Contract documents are available at no charge at the City Manager’s Office (603-752-7532), Berlin City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm or on the City website http:// www.berlinnh.gov Bidders may further acquaint themselves with the work to be done by attending an onsite pre-bid meeting at 246 Grafton Street on Wednesday November 9, 2011 at 2:00 pm.

Sealed Bids for Contract # 2011 -19 for the demolition and removal of debris for 49 Gilbert Street will be received by the City of Berlin at the City Manager’s Office at Berlin City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570 until 2:00 pm prevailing time Thursday November 17, 2011. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 3:00 PM in any available office or conference room at the City Offices, City Hall, and 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH. Bids when opened shall be irrevocable for a period of fortyfive (45) calendar days following bid opening date. The City Manager reserves the right to waive defects in form and minor irregularities and to reject any or all bids as determined to be in the best interest of the City. Contract documents are available at no charge at the City Manager’s Office (603-752-7532), Berlin City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570, and Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm or on the City websitewww.berlinnh.gov . Bidders may further acquaint themselves with the work to be done by attending an onsite pre-bid meeting at 49 Gilbert Street on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 10:00 am.

Sealed Bids for Contract # 2011-18 for the abatement of asbestos and lead contaminated materials and removal of hazardous materials found in a hazardous materials demolition survey for 49 Gilbert Street will be received by the City of Berlin at the City Manager’s Office at Berlin City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570 until 2:00 pm prevailing time Thursday November 17. 2011. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 3:00 PM in any available office or conference room at the City Offices, City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH. The City Manager reserves the right to waive defects in form and minor irregularities and to reject any or all bids as determined to be in the best interest of the City. Contract documents are available at no charge at the City Manager’s Office (603-752-7532), Berlin City Hall, 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm or on the City website http://www.berlinnh.gov Bidders may further acquaint themselves with the work to be done by attending an onsite pre-bid meeting at 49 Gilbert Street on Wednesday November 9, 2011 at 1:00 PM.

Any contract or contracts awarded under this Advertisement for Bids are expected to be funded in part by an Economic Development Initiative Special Projects under the Department of housing and Urban renewal (HUD). Federal compliance requirements include Civil Rights, Affirmative Action, Etc. This is an equal opportunity/affirmative action agency. All qualified proposals will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, or national origin.

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City Council Contests Voters must choose 1 candidate for each term on Nov. 8

1) Please provide basic background information such as education, work experience, previous public service, etc.

2) Why are you running for council?

3) If elected what would your top three priorities be?

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WARD II- 4 year Denise Morgan Allain

I was educated in the Berlin School System for 12 years. After graduation I went to the NH Vocational Technical College here in Berlin and graduated with a secretarial degree. I was employed at St. Johnsbury Trucking Company as a dispatcher and office manager for 13 years. For the past 20 years, I have worked locally in the insurance business and am currently employed at Vaillancourt & Woodward Insurance Agency as a licensed agent.

I have always been interested in city government. Within the most recent years I found myself concerned with the job situation in Berlin. At this time in my life, my children are grown and I have the time available to become involved. I truly believe to make a change you have to get involved. This is my opportunity to give back to the City of Berlin.

My first priority is I want to hear the concerns of the citizens of Berlin. My next concern is to do all I can to improve the job situation. I am excited to say we have the mill back in operation and the biomass plant is moving forward. Now I would like to see funding for the Federal Prison. One other concern is the school system. I believe it is important that we properly educate our children. Berlin Schools have always done that and I want to support them as we move forward.

WARD II- 4 year Thomas McCue

Boston College BA 1977 Franklin Pierce Law Center (UNH School of Law) JD 1991 Admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of New Hampshire, the United States District Court District of New Hampshire (Federal Court) and the United States Bankruptcy Court District of New Hampshire, in 1992 and began my practice as a small-town country lawyer. I have served as City Councilor representing Ward II for four years. I serve on the Berlin Planning Board and as Berlin Representative to AVRRDD. I am the Treasurer and a Director of the Berlin Main Street Program and a member of the AV Chamber of Commerce.

This is an exciting time for Berlin. I would like to continue to help plan for our future. I have seen so many improvements these past four years. I have been privileged to work with Mayors Bertrand and Grenier and various City Councilors. We have more to do, bringing our City back.

1. Help local businesses to continue to provide jobs and to succeed. 2. Continue our efforts to reduce or repair dilapidated buildings. 3. Hold the line on City spending, while seeking more revenue streams, to avoid property tax increase.

WARD II- 2 year Dori Ducharme

I currently hold a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) and a Bachelor’s in Accounting (minor in Computer Information Systems (CIS). My work experience includes extensive work in nonprofit finance. I am currently CFO for TriCounty Community Action Program Inc, a full range human services agency serving Coos, Carroll and Grafton counties. We employ 300+ individuals and provide clients with essential services with an end goal of self sufficiency. I am also heavily involved with Economic and Community development activities and currently serve on several volunteer boards. I have been in the Ward II city councilor position since my appointment in May 2011.

I am running for council because I enjoy serving my community. My education and experience enables me to be an asset to city council. I am not afraid to make difficult decisions and want to be sure the community voice is well represented. City council is in place to bring forth the voice of the people of the community we serve and to address issues the City faces. I have supported Mayor Grenier’s efforts to re-open the mill from day one and will continue to support all efforts for job creation, small business development, and sustainability and growth of existing businesses.

It is hard to choose, but if elected, my top priorities would be: 1. Job creation and retention – In order for Berlin to grow and thrive, people must be working. Jobs are essential to the growth of any community; 2. Small business development – Small businesses are the backbone of our community –the “engines of growth” – they provide employment opportunities, tax revenue, and are an anchor to the community; 3. Sustainability of existing businesses – Local businesses support the local community through wages and other local product support. They strengthen and enforce the diversity and long term stability of the community. Also, as a mother of children in the Berlin school system, education is always a priority.

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2011 Berlin Election Coverage 5) What do you feel has been the most positive development in the city over the past two years? Please explain why.

6) What you see as the most serious problem facing Berlin? Please explain why.

I believe the existing Berlin City Mayor & City Council have done a terrific job with the city budget. If funding allows, I would like to see more tax dollars spent on improving the road conditions and the school bUdget.

Development in the City of Berlin is very positive. The abandon buildings are being tom down and there are several buildings that have been rehabbed for occupancy. The city is really working on taking pride in all neighborhoods. Industrially, the development in the city has been proven by the mill being reopened, the biomass is under construction as well as the Federal Prison is ready for occupancy.

I feel the city is in need of economic development. We need to be able to draw tourism to this area. Berlin must find a way to keep the younger generation here. We need a way to attract industry to create jobs and build up the population. By continuing to develop our ATV and snow machine trails will draw people to our area and they will be able to witness what our north country has to offer.

I am in favor in eliminating the city’s four wards. I like the idea of citizens to vote for candidates at large. I feel that the city’s population has decreased over the years and there is no need for four wards, we are one community. I have as much interest in the residents of Enman Hill, Cates Hill and the avenues as I do as the residents of Main St. I know it is a concern of the voters of the City of Berlin where the voting will be held but I know this is being addressed by the city council.

We need to find more revenue, without property tax increases. Our City departments have given much to meet previous budget goals. They have worked hard to keep our City going. We have developed a lean budget these past four years and need to continue that effort.

Our Neighborhood Stabilization Program is a shining example of a unique public-private partnership. Through these efforts, we are steadily removing or repairing dilapidated buildings. More and more units of housing are brought into compliance with life safety codes. The results encourage other property owners to improve their homes and buildings as well.

As the rest of our great nation slips deeper into the economic doldrums we have experienced in the North Country for some time, we need to continue to rebuild our local economy. We need jobs to stabilize our local work force and to attract the work force for our future. As we focus on our short-term needs, we must be mindful of long-term consequences.

Given the difficulties in complying with Federal and state law for equal representation with our current ward system, I voted in favor of proposing to the voters that the City Charter be amended to eliminate wards. I am old-fashioned enough to like the ward system. However, it has become too difficult to provide equal representation with this system. I want to thank the City Planner and City staff for all their efforts to try to find a way to make our current system work.

My goals in crafting the next city budget would be to work with city management, departments and Mayor Grenier and other members of council to ensure we are building a realistic budget eliminating any unnecessary costs. With my background in accounting, we’ll be able to continue to streamline expenses without affecting services or laying off valuable city employees. I oppose laying people off without turning over every stone in the budget.

There have been several positive developments in the city over the past two years. The recent closing on the Biomass plant with the resulting PILT agreement providing an excess of $40 Million dollars in new taxes tops the list. This also creates 400 construction jobs and 40 permanent jobs, carrying out Mayor Grenier and Council’s goal of job creation. Also, the current budget which enabled reduction of property taxes was another extraordinary event carried out by Mayor Grenier and Council.

One of the biggest challenges we will face in the next two years is to stop the state from trying to downshift its responsibilities and costs to the cities and towns. Another challenge is to make sure Mayor Grenier has all the support he needs from the City Council in his efforts to create new job opportunities in Berlin and to follow up on the recent city successes. We will also need to begin addressing our street conditions, and I feel my financial background is a big asset to Berlin in working through each of these challenges one at a time.

The ward elimination proposal was a difficult decision and my first choice would be to keep the traditional four ward voting system. We (Mayor Grenier and Council) were faced with a federal requirement to redistrict our wards based on the outcome of the 2010 census. The city planner worked diligently to provide several different options. The current proposal is the only one that does not break up neighborhoods and shift people into areas that are not traditional to Berlin. Most of the proposals sent a large number of Ward II residents into Ward I and another even into Ward IV. The current proposal is the least distasteful. We wanted to avoid the additional cost of a special election.

4) What would your goals be in crafting the next city budget?

7) Are you in favor of eliminating the city’s four wards? Please explain your position.

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Funding bill for Berlin prison moving forward BERLIN -- U.S. Congressman Charlie Bass, R-NH, conﬁ rmed that the U.S. House yesterday voted to sent to a conference committee House and Senate appropriation bills that mandate funding to open the Berlin prison. The full Senate this week passed the Commerce, Justice Science appropriations bill. The House Appropriations Committee passed its version of the bill earlier this summer. Bass said both bills contain similar language making funding to operate the Berlin prison a priority. Bass said he supported the request for a conference committee to work out differences in the two

bills. He said he will work to ensure the ﬁ nal conference report includes the prioritization language for the three prisons, including Berlin, that are constructed but not activated. The compromise measure would then go back to the two legislative bodies for ﬁnal approval. “I’m encouraged that this appropriations bill is moving forward, and I will continue to work with my colleagues and the rest of the New Hampshire congressional delegation to see that the Berlin prison is open and operational as soon as possible. This facility is too important to the economic fabric of the North Country,” Bass said

Annual caregiver retreat coming November 18 BERLIN -- ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center of Coos County of Tri-County Community Action Programs Elder Programs, in partnership with Androscoggin Valley Home and Hospice, AV Home Care and Northwood’s Home Health & Hospice, want to announce their annual caregiver retreat. The retreat is designed for both caregivers of their loved ones at home and professional providers. This year’s retreat will be held at the Town & Country Motor Inn in Shelburne on Friday November 18. Registration and a continental breakfast begin at 8:30 a.m., followed by a welcome and introduction at 9 .a.m. The ﬁ rst speaker will be humorist Rebecca Rule, followed by Sue Buteau who will offer information and tips on family caregiver stress. At 11 a.m. a

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dare to pursue their passion. Friday, November 25: An Evening of Traditional Tunes. Join North Country ﬁ ddler extraordinaire Patrick Ross for an evening of traditional tunes -- from Franco-Canadian to Celtic and Appalachian- on acoustic ﬁddle and guitar. Patrick will be accompanied by guitarist Doug Perkins. Presented in partnership with the Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire’s Mountain Links program (www. aannh.org). This program is part of the AMC’s Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration and follows the 5:30-7:30 p.m. buffet dinner featuring Traditional New England Cuisine. Saturday, November 26:. Guatemala: Lowlands to Highlands. Join Jack Holmes in Guatemala. He will start in Tikal in the Mayan Lowlands, then move to modern Mayan places Antigua and Lago Atitlan; a sunset climb on Volcan Picaya will end the trip. Jack Holmes’ travels have taken him through the United States, all Provinces of Canada, and some of the States of Mexico. Jack always travels with at least two cameras, capturing images of the place and its people. This program is part of the AMC’s Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration and follows the 5:30-7:30 p.m. buffet dinner featuring “The Best of the AMC’s International Dinner and Adventure Series.” Programs are free and open to the ublic; Programs begin at 8 p.m. AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, Pinkham Notch, NH. For more information contact the AMC at (603) 466-2727. This schedule is subject to change. AMC Outdoor Explorations are sponsored in part by L.L. Bean and the William T. Morris Foundation. The AMC is an equal opportunity service provider. The AMC operates Pinkham Notch Visitor Center and its system of backcountry huts in the White Mountain National Forest under a special-use permit from the US Forest Service.

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The ‘Codfather’ has come to the North Country GORHAM — After a 35-year absence, David Boucher returned home to Berlin with his wife, Barbara, and the two have opened up a new business in the area. Soon after arriving in Berlin recently, the couple found a former seafood shop, Seafood Delight, for lease in Gorham. Although they had never done anything of the kind, Dave and Barbara soon opened The Codfather Seafood Market after local residents stated their desire for a place to buy fresh seafood. After graduating from Berlin High School in 1976, Boucher left his home town to enter military service. After spending four years as a combat medic and completing his undergraduate education at the University of Texas in San Antonio, Texas, David spent the next 31 years in progressively demanding research settings that have led him to play an important role in the advancement of many current medical treatments. Yet, Dave longed to return to his roots in Berlin. The closest he came was the Boston area before moving to Houston, Texas, to fill a position as senior research manager at Baylor College of Medicine. Now the couple are ready to start their next chapter back in the North Country selling fresh fish. Passers-by may have noticed the striking handpainted sign at 360 Main Street in Gorham. “Dave came up with the concept of what he thought the Codfather should look like,” Barbara said. “I took his ideas and translated them into the design of a happy, fat codfish with a fedora and went to work painting. Everyone loves the name,” said Barbara. After opening their market, people came in and expressed how happy they were to once again have a resource for fresh fish, shellfish and live lobsters. Barbara and Dave couldn’t be happier with their decision. The couple was tired of “bumping shoul-

ders” with 7 million people and ultimately made a quality of life decision. “After 35 years, it’s great to come back to a place where life makes sense,” said Dave. Both of them feel very connected to the natural surroundings of mountains, tall trees, wildlife, clear water, changing seasons and a place where neighbors know each other. “Recently a group of people came into the market and everyone knew each other. It made me feel happy to live in a community rather than an urban jungle,” said Barbara. “When I look back on things,” said Dave, “I realize that the sole purpose for going to Houston was to find Barbara and bring her home. We hope everyone in the community will stop by The Codfather Seafood Market to see our great selection of highest quality fresh seafood.” “We are highly committed to integrating and finding our niche in the community and it is our complete privilege to offer our neighbors a resource that has been lacking since the former proprietor of Seafood Delight and that was run so ably by Mr. Michael Shepherd who passed away after a long illness,” Dave said. “Many people have communicated to us how special and dedicated a man he was. It is not our intention to make people forget Mike but rather we hope that you will remember us when it comes to providing you with this important and healthful dietary staple. The fresh seafood business is a highly challenging business due the products’ short shelf life. The bottom line is we know that we need good community support in order to make this business viable and we hope you choose to need us.” Codfather Dave added, “Please come see us and we’ll make you seafood offers you can’t refuse.”

Antiques, coins and currency are hot commodities at upcoming buying event GORHAM — Have you ever wondered what those old silver coins in your coffee can were worth? When was the last time you even pulled out from your closet, basement or attic? Well, now is the time to begin your hunt, because Premiere Antique, Coin & Currency Buyers is coming to Gorham in search of the most rare coins and antique collections in the world. The PACCB has recently uncovered some rare coins that might have been hiding in a closet or attic near you. A 1894 Morgan silver dollar sold for a whopping $6,200! A gold coin collection uncovered in a small Florida town for $98,000! A penny was even

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The Market Place at 101 is full of surprises BY GAIL SCOTT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

GORHAM — Since last summer a colorful scarecrow outside The Market Place at 101 has been announcing that something new is going on in the store across Main Street from Gorham Hardware, but the inside of the shop has to be seen to be appreciated. Bobbie Jo Welsh became the proprietor on the first of August this year. She has opened the space to 25 local small business people and the Market Place is the scene of treasures. Shoppers at The Market Place can fi nd good food like soups and tapenade and, on Fridays and Saturdays, bread from Libby’s Pantry; sporting goods from Altitude Sports; antiques, from the old tools, skis and snow shoes, discovered by Steve Hartman and Tim Ambrose and displayed in their “Man Room,” to Roger Morrissette’s vintage jewelry; antique china, glassware, books, pictures, and white baby christening gowns collected by local, well known antique experts like Nicole Plourde, Wanda Lacasse,

Patti Stolte, Rita Robitaille, and Marlene Marchand; doll clothes by Carol Walker, of Berlin; original art by Kelli Shedd, including her sketches of the AMC huts and their surroundings and printed on cards; maple products by John Scarinza; yarn goods of wool dyed and spun by Phyllis Waterman; Randy Messineo’s latest CD; Live Free or Die T-shirts and hoodies, created by Corrigan Screen Printing; Mrs. Meyers all-natural cleaning products; New Sun Vitamins; scrap booking and craft supplies from Lucy Couch’s collection, formerly on Exchange Street, including DMC embroidery floss; handmade crafts by Alice Gagnon; chic winter hats and boots from Maureen Patry’s Berlin collection; an assortment of colorful items from Berlin’s SaVoire Flare; fabrics; aprons designed by Walker. Meanwhile, bicycle repair continues in the back of the store and the shop downstairs has lots more room for Welsh to expand. “I wanted the store to have the feelsee 101 page16

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ing of an old town store,” said Welsh in a recent interview. She likes to have people come and cruise around the colorful displays, looking and looking. Recently a couple from Milan spent time checking things out, remarking on what fun it was to see products they associate with their grandmothers. Welsh can also order more obscure products like the Bach Flower Remedies a shopper was looking for and the cherry juice another said he was trying to find. She has handmade soaps, sea salts, beeswax lip balm, Avalon Organics, and, because so many people were looking for them, New Sun products, and a variety of other natural products, Vermints and dark chocolate bars with ginger or almonds and sea salt. In plenty of time for Christmas, Welsh has a display of Christmas decorated bags, and racks of cards—seasonal or just assorted. And the product displays are always changing. Her tenants come in several times during the week to rearrange their products or to add something new,

Welsh said. Welsh has developed a practical model for her many small business entrepreneurs. They pay her a monthly rent, depending on the amount of space they use. They also pay ten percent of their earnings to Welsh, leaving it up to Welsh to tend the store, sell the products for them, and keep track of their sales. This is an ideal arrangement for people like Hartman who has intriguing discoveries ... like an antique toy sloop ... but who could never bear to sit around in a shop, waiting for people to come in. Welsh now is his sales person. As for her, she is intrigued by arranging the store so that it has a warm, welcoming appearance and she loves talking with those who stop in to visit or to shop, serving virtually as her tenants’ business manager as well as landlord and retail advisor. She comes by the work with plenty of experience in the field. When she was growing up in Hartland, Maine, her father was a carpenter. She worked with him, she said, and can do just about everything in the way of maintaining a building. After meeting

her husband, Scott Welsh, when he was in the service and stationed in New Brunswick, they moved to Texas. There she worked as a construction contractor. Among other things, she built a store that housed a number of tenants for whom she was, more or less, the business manager, she said. In Gorham, she envisions success for her tenants and perhaps having some of them branch off into their own stores, further enlivening Gorham’s business center. Although The Market Place 101 has sporting goods, she sees that as complementary to Gorham Hardware, which also has sporting goods, rather than in competition. So ... if in the future, some of her tenants set off on their own, they will all complement each other to build a Gorham where people will want to come to shop. Meanwhile, she is concentrating on making The Market Place 101 a warm, attractive place to shop for the things her eclectic mix of clients offer and making plans for the large space still available, downstairs at The Market Place. see 101 page 17

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“We are here to stay,” she said. Her husband, Scott, grew up in Gorham, the youngest of the four boys of David and Nancy Welsh. “We love the quiet, the mountains, the peacefulness. There’s no traffi c and life is easier here.” It’s a pace they both appreciate after the hectic pace in Dallas.

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By Holiday Mathis to stop the ruckus. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll be excited about teaching others what you know. You’ll move quickly and say much. Your “students” will absorb it, too, because you’re all on the same page. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll get serious about a goal. This is the part where the rubber meets the road. You realize that you are in a competition, and you have the instinct to get ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19 ). You don’t know whether a person has the integrity to follow through on what he or she promised, and that is disconcerting. A clear communication channel will give you the best shot. Also, make a backup plan. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’re not looking for a quick ﬁ x or a comforting cliche. You want to live a great life, and that means accepting the complexities and moving forward anyway. Your faults may also be your best assets in the ﬁght. PISCES (Feb. 19 -March 20). You have something in common with the Japanese goddess Okame. When the sun went into hiding and the world went dark, it was Okame’s wild dance that brought back the light. Your exuberance will save the day. TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 4). You’ll engage life with full participation. This month you’ll change one physical habit -- perhaps dietary -- and this kicks off a wave of good fortune. Your commitment to positive thinking will jump-start your career in a different and improved direction at the start of 2012. A relationship will be healed in June. Libra and Leo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 20, 1, 24 and 18.

Get Fuzzy

HOROSCOPE ARIES (March 21-April 19 ). You don’t want to exhaust yourself chasing down every small lead that comes your way. You also don’t want to wait around for the big ship that may or may not come in. You’ll focus on the juiciest, most appealing job you see. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). If you are too aware of what a person can or can’t do for you, it will be challenging to loosen up and have fun. Better to assume that your contacts can’t do anything for you and think instead about what you might do for them. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You enter into friendship cautiously. You may even be feeling shy. But once the ice is cracked, you’ll become gregarious, sharing and interacting all day long. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You may feel like you are recovering from hurt feelings, as well you are. You may also be ignoring a certain person until you have fully recovered. You’ll come back to this person when you’re ready to talk unemotionally. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll be directing social happenings, and you want to prevent anyone from feeling uncomfortable or slighted. You’ll investigate matters of protocol and try to adopt the best method for your situation. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You will look for a pattern in events so as not to be surprised at what is to come. Mostly, you will be able to accurately predict the next wave. Mostly... LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You feel older than all the people around you, or at least a lot more mature. You’ll stand back and watch them squabble like children on a playground. You may even have to blow a proverbial whistle

by Chad Carpenter

Solution and tips at www.sudoku.com

TUNDRA

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 thru 9.

For Better or Worse

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ACROSS 1 Scottish “no” 4 Painful throbs 9 Hoodlum 13 Counts up 15 Make a frog’s noise 16 Ascend 17 Painful spot 18 Isle near Naples 19 Daredevil __ Knievel 20 Invoice 22 Flower gardens 23 Drinks slowly 24 __ the line; obey 26 Tiny bag of potpourri 29 In need of ironing 34 Miscalculated 35 “__ by any other name...” 36 “You __ My Sunshine” 37 Like ﬁ ne wine 38 Kate or Jaclyn

39 Glasgow native 40 Clean the ﬂ oor 41 Stage setting 42 Napped leather 43 Moving furtively 45 Smaller 46 Wynonna, to Ashley 47 Daytime serial 48 Narrow cut 51 __ steel; tableware material 56 Wisk rival 57 __ to; because of 58 Half-pints 60 At any time 61 Raised strip 62 Yellowish-brown wood 63 Cruel 64 Look of contempt 65 Pig’s home DOWN 1 Arrest 2 Tumults

3 Blue-pencil 4 Take willingly 5 Studies at the eleventh hour 6 Actress Lange 7 Make money 8 Jumpy 9 Emcee Alex __ 10 Bee colony 11 __ up; spent 12 Hardens 14 Reduced sharply, as prices 21 __ up; bound 25 Dollar bill 26 Stitched joinings 27 Odorless gas found in the air 28 Thin pancake 29 Squeeze liquid from 30 Learn by __; memorize 31 Shoe tie-ups 32 Eat away at 33 Talk out of

35 Word of assent 38 Shears 39 Have an inkling 41 Glide down the slopes 42 Make airtight 44 Toward the rear of a ship 45 No __; not any more

47 Burn 48 Flower stalk 49 Not taped 50 Concept 52 Bed size 53 Assistant 54 Takes to court 55 Tiff 59 Firmament

Yesterday’s Answer

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––––––––––––––––– DAILY CALENDAR ––––––––––––––––– Friday, November 4 “Nonsense in the Woods: presented by BHS Players, 7 p.m. , Berlin Junior High School Auditorium, 200 State Street, Berlin. Admission $8/adults, $5/students. Cholesterol Clinic: 9 a.m. to noon, AVH ENT office, second floor of the hospital. Complete lipid and sugar profi les available. For an appointment or more information, call 326-5870.

FRIDAY PRIME TIME NOVEMBER 4, 2011 8:00

8:30

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9:00

9:30

CSI: NY “Crushed” (N)

FOX 4 WPFO Kitchen Nightmares (N) Fringe “Novation” (N)

10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 Blue Bloods (N) Å (In Stereo) Å

ABC 5 WMUR Extreme MakeoverExtreme Makeover20/20 NBC 6 WCSH Chuck (N) Å

News

News 13 on FOX (N)

Grimm (N) Å

Letterman

The OfficeThe Office News

Dateline NBC Å

Nightline

NewsJay Leno

CBC 7 CBMT Ron Mercerfifth estateNationalStroumboulopoulos CBC 9 CKSH Paquet voleur (SC)

Une Heure sur terreTJSportKiwis/hommes (N) (In Stereo) Å

PBS 10 WCBB Wash.MaineMaineInsideGive Me the Banjo

(N) (In Stereo) Å

PBS 11 WENH AntiquesAntiquesGive Me the Banjo

Independent Lens (N)

CBS 13 WGME A Gifted Man (N) Å

CSI: NY “Crushed” (N)

Blue Bloods (N) Å

IND 14 WTBS Browns

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Movie: ›››› “The Wizard of Oz” (1939)

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Law Order: CIHolidayCops

Saturday, November 5 “Nonsense in the Woods: presented by BHS Players, 7 p.m. , Berlin Junior High School Auditorium, 200 State Street, Berlin. Admission $8/adults, $5/students. Yard Sale: to beneﬁt Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 2520. From 9 a.m. to12 noon at post home, 1107 Main St., Berlin.

EWTN

Life on the RockCatholicRosaryThe Eldest Daughter of the ChurchWomen of

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Anderson Cooper 360Piers Morgan TonightAnderson Cooper 360Erin Burnett OutFront

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Reba Å

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Sunday, November 6 Josee Vachon: Quebec Heritage singer-songwriter, returns to St. Kieran Arts Center, 2 p.m. bringing her high-energy traditional style to the stage. Tickets $12 adults and $6 for students. FMI 752-1028. Shelburne’s 2nd Annual Craft Fair and Bake Sale : 9 to 3, Shelburne Town Hall, Village Road. Bake Sale hosted by Union Church in Shelburne.

TOON

Star WarsThundr.King of HillKing of HillAmer. DadAmer. DadFam. GuyFam. Guy

FAM

Funniest Home VideosFunniest Home VideosFunniest Home VideosThe 700 Club

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USA

NCIS “Nine Lives”

TNT

Movie: ›› “Seven Pounds” (2008) Will Smith. Premiere.

Movie: ›› “Seven Pounds” (2008)

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Top 20 Country Countdown “Miranda Lambert” (N)

Hunter H.GAC Late Shift

SYFY

WWE Friday Night SmackDown! (N) Å

TLC

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Gold Rush Å

Gold Rush (N) Å

Flying Wild Alaska (N)

Gold Rush Å

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SPIKE

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MTV

Good VibeBeavisThe Real World

Tuesday, November 8 Berlin and Coos County Historical Society : meeting 6:30 p.m., Moffett House Museum, 119 High St. Berlin, N.H. Public welcome.

VH1

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TCM

105 Movie: ›››› “The Invisible Man”

Wednesday, November 9 Shelburne Neighbor’s Club: Meeting 1 p.m., Wendy Williams home, 350 North Road. Making of wreaths, $5 donations for materials.

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Monday, November 7 Social Club Card Party: 1 p.m., St. Anne lower hall. School Street, Berlin.

Reba Å

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Hunters

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Lockdown (In Stereo)

Ghost Adventures Lockup Down Under

Movie: ›››‡ “The Fugitive” (1993) Å

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Movie: ›› “Get Rich or Die Tryin’” (2005) Behind the Music Å Criminal Minds Å

Movie: “Purple Rain” Napoleon Criminal Minds Å

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Movie: “Gold Diggers of 1935”“Here-Navy” Å

The Green HornetBatman

Movie: “Alien Raiders” (2008) Å

248 Movie: ›› “White Chicks” (2004, Comedy) Å

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231 Movie: ›› “I Am Number Four” (2011) Å

Now arrange the circled letters to form the surprise answer, as suggested by the above cartoon.

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SportsCenter (N) Å

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201 “Knight and Day” Å

Find us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/jumble

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USC at Colorado. (N) (Live)

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HBO

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––––––––––––––– ONGOING CALENDAR –––––––––––––– Friday Cholesterol Clinic: Monday through Friday, Berlin Health Dept., city hall. By appointment only, Call 7521272. All area residents welcome. Fee $15. AA Meeting: Discussion Meeting, St. Barnabas Church, 2 High St., Berlin. Discussion Meeting, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Weekly “Luck of the Draw” Cribbage Tournament. Gorham American Legion, 6 Androscoggin St., Gorham, $5pp: registration 5:15 to 5:45; play starts 6 p.m. Call Legion for more info 466-2433. Bingo: St. Anne Hall, 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by Theatre North. Senior Meals: Guardian Angel School, noon. Suggested donations for 60 and over $3; under 60 $6. All are welcome. (FMI 752-2545) Berlin Area Head Start Accepting Applications: For children between the ages of 3-5 years old. This is an income eligible program. Call 752-5464 to schedule an appointment to enroll your child. Gorham Public Library: Open M-F: 10am-6pm, Saturdays: 10am-Noon. Story Time is 1:30 p.m. every Friday View On-line Catalog at https://gorham.biblionix.com/ FMI call 466-2525 or email gorhampubliclibrary@ne.rr.com. Men’s Breakfast Meeting, Congregational/UCC in Gorham on Main Street. Meeting held the second Friday of each month at 7 a.m. Artisan Gift Shop: 961 Main St., Berlin. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Foot Care Clinics: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Friday at the Androscoggin Valley Hospital Home Health and Hospice Department. For an appointment, call 3265870. Serenity Steps Peer Support Center: 567 Main St. Berlin, Providing peer support services to local area residents challenged by emotional or mental diffi culties. Open Monday through Wednesday 11-4; Thursday and Friday 11-7 p.m. FMI 752-8111. Salvation Army: Music Arts — drama/singing company/sacred dance/timbrels (for all ages), 3 to 4:30 p.m. Dinner — 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Jr. Soldiers/Jr. Soldiers Prep/Corps Cadets — 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Youth Horizons: (ages 13 and up), 7 to 9 p.m., 15 Cole St., Berlin. (FMI 752-1644) Coos County Adult Learner Services: Offers free, confidential, one-to-one instruction in basic reading, writing, math, English for speakers of other languages and preparation for high school equivalency exam (GED). Available Monday through Friday at 166 Main St., Berlin. To schedule an appointment, call 7521927 or 1-800-268-5437. Berlin and Coos County Historic Society Moffett House Museum: Open fi ve days, Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Can also be opened by appointment. Call 752-4590. Available are historical documents, school yearbooks, Berlin/Gorham directories, annual city reports, city and county reports, Brown Bulletins, old books, artifacts and more. Also accepting artifacts. Saturday Flea Market / Craft Fair: Gorham Common. Alternating Saturdays beginning June 11, and ending October 8, 2011. FMI contact the chamber offi ce at 752-6060. NC Big Book Step Study : AA meeting, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tea Birds Restaurant conference room, 151 Main St., Berlin. Shelburne Library Schedule: Thursday - 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays - 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Dummer Library Story Hour: First Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. (FMI 449-0995; E-mail: dpl@ncia. net) Salvation Army Bible Study: 10 a.m., 15 Cole St., Berlin. Genealogy Library: First Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Gorham Hill Road, Randolph. Milan Public Library: Monday, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday’s 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday AA Meeting: Big Book. Discussion Meeting, 7 to 8:30 p.m,. AVH. Compline: Every Sunday, 8 p.m. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, a short evening prayer service, sung every Sunday, 2 High Street, Berlin. FMI 752-3504.

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by Abigail Van Buren

For Rent

Are you visiting/ working in the area or working on the Laidlaw Biomass Project and need a room by the night, week or month? Stay at DuBee Our Guest B&B in Milan, eight miles north of project. Fully furnished, including paper goods, full use of kitchen, wireless internet, Direct TV, barbecue grill and cleaning service. $35/night, or $140/week. Owners have separate living quarters.

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IT’S TIME FOR SINGLE MOM TO PULL ON BIG-GIRL PANTS

DEAR ABBY: I am a 38-year-old mom and have been single for the last 10 years. I live alone with my 11-year-old daughter and support us without assistance. I work full-time and rely on my mother to take my daughter to school and pick her up while I’m at work. Because of this, anytime I try to have any kind of relationship with a man, my mother turns against me. She acts like I no longer exist as long as I try to have a love life. Please give me some advice on what to do. -- MISSING SOMETHING IN NORTH CAROLINA DEAR MISSING SOMETHING: I’ll try. It is time to become less emotionally dependent on your mother. At age 38, you do not need her blessing to date, and you should make that fact clear to her. If she punishes you for expecting to be treated like the adult you are, then arrange other transportation for your daughter. As long as you allow her to run your life, you will not have a life of your own. DEAR ABBY: My daughter and I had a little disagreement the other night when I entered a restaurant holding my seven-day pill container in my hand. (I had decided to leave my bulky purse in the car.) When we sat down, I placed the container on the table next to my place setting. Doing this helps me to remember to take the pills with my meal. My daughter said it was “tacky” to show my pills and container. I feel it wasn’t tacky at all, but my way of taking care of my health. After going back and forth on this subject, I told her I would get your opinion. My husband took my daughter’s side. -- LOOKING OUT FOR MY HEALTH IN ESCONDIDO, CALIF. DEAR LOOKING: Allow me to even up the odds by tak-

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ing YOUR side. Certain medications must be taken with food, and if bringing the pill container with you ensured that you wouldn’t forget to take your dose in a timely manner, then more power to you. That your daughter and your husband would criticize your manners in a case like this troubles me more than any “breach of etiquette” that might have occurred. And, by the way, what you did wasn’t one. DEAR ABBY: You sometimes publish letters regarding random acts of kindness. I know people like to share how blessed they are that others have given to them. Well, I would like to share how being the giver is a blessing as well. My children and I eat lunch out on Saturdays. Most recently, we went to one of our favorite restaurants. As we were being seated, I noticed an elderly gentleman eating alone. He read the paper, ate his meal and kept to himself. I was struck by how alone he seemed to be. All during the lunch, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I should reach out. Finally, I gave in. I went to the counter and paid for his meal. When the waitress brought our check to the table, she asked if we knew the man. I responded no, that we just wanted to do something nice. She then conﬁded to me that he was a regular there, but she hadn’t seen him lately because he had just lost his wife. Abby, I was so glad I had followed my heart and reached out. I can only pray that he was as pleased by my anonymous gift as I was to give it. -- RECEIVING BY GIVING IN ILLINOIS DEAR RECEIVING BY GIVING: I’m sure he was. Your letter illustrates the pleasure that comes when we follow the dictates of our hearts. I applaud your generous gesture.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at: Dear Abby, c/o The Conway Daily Sun, PO Box 1940, North Conway, NH 03860

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$1-A-DAY CLASSIFIEDS • CALL 752-5858 DOLLAR-A-DAY: Ad must run a minimum of 5 consecutive days. Ads over 15 words add 10¢ per word per day. REGULAR RATE: $2 a day; 10¢ per word per day over 15 words. PREMIUMS: First word caps no charge. Additional caps 10¢ per word per day. Centered bold heading: 9 pt. caps 40¢ per line, per day (2 lin es maximum) TYPOS: Check your ad the first day of publication. Sorry, we will not issue credit after an ad has run once. DEADLINES: noon two days prior the day of publication except for Monday’s paper when the deadline is Thursday, 11 a.m. PAYMENT:All private party ads must be pre-paid. We accept checks, Visa and Mastercard credit cards and of course cash. There is a $10 minimum order for credit cards.CORRESPONDENCE: To place your ad call our offices 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, 752-5858; send a check or money order with ad copy to The Berlin Daily Sun, 164 Main Street, Berlin, NH03570 or stop in at our offices on Main Street in Berlin. OTHER RATES: For information about the professional directory or classified display ads call 752-5858.

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Antiques ANTIQUES, glass, furniture, & collectibles of all kinds wanted by Bob Gauthier, 449-2542. Specializing in Estate and Business liquidation. Bonded.

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Autos 1995 F-150 XLT $4195 auto, 4X4, 752-4443. 1997 Ford Expedition, 276 k miles, many new parts, asking $1500, Colebrook, 237-5087. 1998 Subaru wagon, all wheel drive, 5 speed, great winter car! Inspected, $2000, 752-9838.

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Autos

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2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5spd, 95k miles, white, new tires, 4 extra wheels, Thule with roof rack, clean. $5295. (603)466-5911.

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BEAUTIFUL: Large, one bed room, big back yard, frig, stove, heat, h/w, w/d hook-up, parking, no pets, sec. deposit, references, $625, 723-3856.

348-3403.

BUYING Junk Cars and Trucks. Paying in cash. Honest pricing. No gimmicks. Kelley’s Towing (603)723-9216.

BERLIN (2) 4 roo m 2 bedroo m apartments heated. Call (978)609-4010.

GREAT, 3r d, floor, 2 bedroom, dining room, deck, storage, of f street parking, $500, includes heat, first, last references, 508-888-7869, 508-274-5945.

GORHAM- 3 bdr m, large yard, great location. Utilities not included. Parking. $725/ mo. Call (603)986-5800. NEWLY renovated apartments, hot water included, electric heat, HUD approved: 3 bedroom $650; Large 2 bedroo m, $500; 2 bedroom $450; 2 studios $375/each, no dogs allowed, call Rich 326-3499.

For Rent-Commercial COMMERCIAL: Berlin downtown, 1st. floor, co mmercial space, 1000 s.f. excellent location, only $495/mo. 723-3042.

For Sale AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”. APPLIANCES: 2 gas ranges, both self clean. Side-by-side electric refrigerator with water & ice in door. Washer & dryer. Moving, must sell. (603)466-2878. Custom Glazed Kitchen Cabinets. Solid maple, never installed. May add/subtract to fit kitchen. Cost $6,000 sacrifice $1,750. 833-8278 FOUR studded snow tires, 205/55 R16, $125; Crafts man tools, 3/4 H.P. reciprocating saw, $60; all-in-one cutting tool, $65. (603)466-5099. IGUANA Cage, custom madesuitable for large reptile, 63”x26”x32” wood w/ glass front & screen top. (603)752-7525. NIKON 35 mm D60 10.2 mexapixels digital camera body with all cables, extra battery and good book $400, Tasco 675X telescope $250, HP Deskjet 812C printer $35. 723-8167. WOODSTOVE: 1/4 diamond plate, $275/obro, FMI, 752-4443.

Furniture AMAZING! Beautiful Queen or Full-size mattress set, Luxury Firm European Pillow-top style, Fabulous back & hip support, Factory sealed-new 10Yr. warranty. Cost $1095, sell $249. Can deliver

Free T&B Appliance Re moval. Appliances & AC’s re moved free o f charge if outside. Please call (603)986-5506.

YOU’VE GOT IT.

SOMEBODY ELSE WANTS IT! Got something special you no longer use? Sell it in the Classiﬁeds. It may just be the perfect item to ﬁll somebody else’s need. Call us today!

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Help Wanted

• Experienced CNC Setup Positions • Quality Control Supervisor • Machine Operators Looking for some well rounded CNC setup people, a Quality Control Supervisor and entry level Machine Operators to come join our team producing top quality gun barrels. Full benefits after 90 days. Two weeks paid vacation after 1 year service EOE

Apply in person to: Green Mountain Rifle Barrel Co. 153 West Main St., Conway

Help Wanted

Motorcycles

Services

HOUSEKEEPER YEAR ROUND

P/T Assistant driver, must be dependable; P/T Mechanic, flexible hours. Apply to: C&S Vending, 595 Main St. Gorham.

2000 Harley Davidson, Ultra Classic, metallic green & black, new motor, many accessories, asking $7950 Paul 603-752-5519.

CARPENTRY, handyman, property maintenance, no job too small. Call Dennis Bisson, 723-3393, free estimates.

PART TIME peer support staff. Personal experience with mental illness required; clean driving record a plus. Serenity steps, 567 Main Street, Berlin, FMI (603)752-8111.

BUY • SELL • T RADE www.motoworks.biz (603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH.

CHEAP and dependable fall lea f and lawn cleanup scheduling for Oct. & Nov. fully insured, free estimates. 728-9926.

Friendly, energetic person to assist with housekeeping at 21 room Jackson inn. Weekends required. Attention to detail, immaculate housekeeping, dependability and team spirit are musts. Inn at Ellis River. 383-9339. LOOKING for a flexible, dependable and creative team player to provide PT personal care assistance with activities and personal care for a young student in the Berlin/Gorham area. 10 hrs/week. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Send resume plus three letters of reference to Mary Ellen Cade, Northern Human Services, 87 Washington St., Conway, NH 03818 or mecade@northernhs.org EOE Position requires valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto insurance, and driver’s and criminal background checks. (036)

ROOFING and siding installer. Liability insurance, driver’s license and transportation a must. Call Ben (603)730-2521 Rocky Branch Builders.

Home Improvements FORTIER HOME REPAIR Old & New- One call, We do it All! (603)752-1224.

Mobile Homes GORHAM: 4 bedroom, Gatewa y Trailer Park, asking $15,000/BO, FMI, 603-723-1480.

The Gorham Community Learning Center Is looking for substitute teachers who are interested in working with children between the ages of 18 months and 12 years and with children with special needs. Candidates must be able to work cooperatively with other teachers in a busy preschool environment. An understanding of how children grow and develop is required. Training will be provided. Interested candidates should send a resume with references to the Gorham Community Learning Center, 123 Main Street, Gorham, NH 03570. GCLC is an EOE.

TWO homes to choose from in central North Conway park. New 2012 model Skyline, 14x72, two bedroom, 2 bath, workshop/ shed, gas heat, big lot $49,900. 1994 Astro, 14x56, two bedroom, 1 bath, washer dryer, new appliances, new furnace, new roof, new hot water heater $24,900. Both homes ready to be lived in! No dogs. Financing available, affordable living right in North Conway. Walk to shops, outlets, trails, river. Call 603-986-3991.

Real Estate WE buy houses, any place, condition, price, 978-870-6438, rsuccess@juno.com

Services $75 Furnace Cleaning Special: Reliable, dependable for all your furnace needs. Repairs, cleaning and service. Call today for an appointment, 723-0729.

Andy's Electric Residential/Commercial Licensed and Fully Insured

603-466-2584 603-723-4888 HYPNOSIS for habit change, stress, regression. Michael Hathaway, DCH, certified hypnotherapist. Madison michaelhathaway.com (603)367-8851.

AFFORDABLE ROOFING & SIDING SOLUTIONS. Highest quality craftsmanship. Fully Insured. Lowest prices guaranteed. FMI (603)730-2521. rockybranchbuilders@gmail.com

HANDYMAN Services, property maintenance, snow plowing, roof shoveling, ect. call Rick 915-0755. HOME or small office cleaning services, 30 years exp. local references available, reasonable rates, 752-3950.

PART-TIME RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY POSITION: We are currently seeking an energetic, patient person to provide residential support to individuals in their apartments. Duties will include providing instruction and assistance with household tasks and participation in community activities. A flexible schedule is desirable. The rate of pay is $10.18 per hour with additional mileage reimbursement. The position is presently 24 hours per week. Minimum Requirements include: High School diploma or GED, valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance, completion of driver’s and criminal background checks. Applicants may send in a resume or pick up an application at: Northern Human Services, Community Services Center, c/o Housing Coordinator, 69 Willard St., Berlin, NH 03570

HOMECARE PROVIDER OPENING Interested in working from your home? We are currently accepting applications from people interested in becoming a homecare provider for a woman who is interested in returning to the Berlin/Gorham area. This woman is a friendly, social person who will thrive in a caring and nurturing environment. She requires 24 hour supports including assistance with her personal care needs. Applicants who are caring, patient, kind, have a willingness to be a team member and who show a genuine connection with this woman are considered qualified for the position. This is a contracted position and payment will be negotiated. If you are interested, please contact Cindy Lapointe, Housing Coordinator at (603)752-1005. Applications are available at the: Northern Human Services, Community Services Center, 69 Willard St. Berlin, NH 03570 Please request returned applications be submitted to the Housing Coordinator. EOE

Snowmobiles 1999 Ski Doo MXZ 670 HO 6635 miles, very well maintained, cover inc. $1500, 603-203-6584. VINTAGE original 1978 Polaris Cobra 340. Recently serviced. 1 owner, stored indoors. FMI (603)723-6061. $1200.

Wanted

LAUNDRY service. Available 7 days wk 7am-7pm Same day service. Pick-up/ drop-off available 603-348-5442.

MOWER MEDIC Snowblower tune-up special $40 in shop, $45 on-site, $50 picked up (Berlin prices). (603)723-7103. PAINTING: Top quality, interior, exterior, reasonable rates, free estimates, references, Don Guerin, contractor, 915-6119. SNOW shoveling, driveways, walkways, roofs, sanding, salting, available, reasonable rates, 603-723-3145.

Wanted To Buy

SNOWPLOWING reasonable rates, Berlin, Gorham, Milan, Dummer, Shelburne, 348-3403.

ANTIQUES, individual pieces and complete estates. Call Ted and Wanda Lacasse, 752-3515.

SNOWPLOWING: Gorham, residential, only. Dependable, reliable, and affordable. Discounts for neighbors and referrals, 915-1012.

BUYING JUNK CARS AND TRUCKS Paying in cash Honest pricing No gimmicks Kelley’s Towing (603)723-9216. BUYING junk cars/ trucks, heavy equip- farm mach., scrap iron. Call 636-1667 days, 636-1304 evenings.

TRI-COUNTY CAP/ HEAD START HAS THE FOLLOWING OPENING FOR THE BERLIN PROGRAM ASSOCIATE COMBO TEACHER: Applicant must currently have an Associates or Bachelors degree or be enrolled in a program leading to one of these credentials. Applicant must also currently have 9 credits in ECE, 3 of which must be in Child Growth & Development. This is a full-time up to 33hrs/wk for a 37 wk/yr benefited position. Medical and dental benefits available after 90 days & paid school vacations and sick leave as accrued. Salary is $9.96-10.63/hr. depending on degree. If interested, please send a letter of introduction, transcripts and resume postmarked by November 5, 2011 to: Tri-County Head Start, 610 Sullivan St., Berlin, NH 03570. HEAD START IS AN EOE.

Services WET BASEMENTS, cracked or buckling walls, crawl space problems, backed by 40 years experience. Guaranteed 603-356-4759 rwnpropertyservices.com.

PAYING CASH: for all old paper money from the Berlin National Banks for private collection. May purchase other non-Berlin currency, 603-723-1461.

Yard Sale

DEADLINE for classiﬁeds is noon 2 days prior to publication

GARAGE: 130 Poplar Street, Sat. 12-5, Sun. 9-3, lots of girls clothes, shoes, sizes 4-12, excellent condition, name brands.

INDOOR MOVING SALE. Sat Nov. 5th & Sun Nov. 6th. 10am-3pm. 58 Village Rd., Shelburne. Selling most everything. Call for details (603)723-6235.

Office Manager Position - Northern Human Services is seeking a dynamic candidate to assume responsibility for administrative operations, involving many aspects of Human Resources including hiring and supervision of support staff, maintenance of personnel records and oversight of clerical/administration functions in our New Horizons location in Conway/Redstone, NH. Applicant needs to be able to problem solve, exercise sound judgment and must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Additionally, this candidate should have the ability to work under pressure with competing demands, frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Applicant must have a proven ability to work as a part of a team, be self-directed and present a positive, professional attitude. Strong leadership, communication (oral and written) and organizational skills are necessary. Candidate will have prior supervisory experience, with additional working knowledge of Human Resources. Proficiency with computers is a must including the MS Office suite. Solid math skills and an acute attention to detail are critical. This is a full time 35 hour a week position with an excellent benefits package. Please send cover letter and resume to: Claire Dunleavy, Director of Human Resources, Northern Human Services, 87 Washington St. Conway, NH 03818 cdunleavy@northernhs.org or fax: 603-447-1022. Part-Time Consumer Directed Assistant - Looking for an energetic and patient person to assist and provide personal care to a loving young lady with developmental disabilities. She enjoys bowling, walks and outings into the community. Candidate must have a willingness to learn medical management for GTube and tracheotomy. Send resume to Denise Davis, Northern Human Services, 87 Washington St., Conway, NH 03818, or Fax 447-8893, ddavis@northernhs.org. (030-600) All positions require a valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto insurance, completion of driver’s and criminal background checks. NHS is an EOE. Programs of NHS do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability.

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City Council Contests Voters must choose 1 candidate for each term on Nov. 8

1) Please provide basic background information such as education, work experience, previous public service, etc.

2) Why are you running for council?

3) If elected what would your top three priorities be?

more candidates on pages 10-11

WARD II-2 year Richard Lafleur

I am a lifetime Berlin resident graduating from Notre Dame High School in 1966. I attended the NHVTC, now known as WMCC, with a degree in industrial electricity. In 1969, I married my wife Linda and have two daughters, Amy and Mandy who both went through our SAU #3 and went on to higher education. I was a member of the NHANG (1968-1974). My career was with the telephone company as a rated technician (1968-1997). I served as Councilor for Ward 2 (1999-2010), United Way (funds distribution chair), ESGR (military unit liaison), and board member for NFHP.

I am running for council because I believe in my community, the residents, our future, and the potential growth of Berlin and its surrounding communities. Having past experience and working relationships with both management and our employees, I believe that I am in a position to enhance further growth and development of our city.

1. Retaining our students in a viable and stable workforce, having given them the opportunity for a well rounded education, and the ability to conquer today’s issues and economic challenges, therefore becoming strong members of our community to continue to assist in the progress of Berlin. 2. Work with our state to improve our infrastructure (raw material in, finished product out). 3. Maintain our present workforce and enhance any entrepreneurs to encourage them to facilitate their ideas.

WARD III-2 year Peter Higbee

Education: St. Gregory’s School, Boston College High School, Boston, MA.; Boston State College, BA degree in English and Psychology, 1982; Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA, Management Fellows Program, 1993. Employed by Tri-County CAP since 1977, 19 years in the Head Start program as Teacher, Education Coordinator and Director, then in CAP Administration as Deputy Director, currently TCCAP’s Chief Operating Officer. Past faculty of College for Lifelong Learning, Early Childhood Education instructor. Past community and Board participation includes Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Ammonoosuc Community Health Services, North Country Health Consortium; currently serving second term on BIDPA Board (Vice Chairman).

My reason for running is simple: I love my adopted home town and I am excited about its future. When I could afford to buy my own home six years ago I chose Berlin. I’ve always liked the area and the people here. Berlin’s neighborhoods remind me of Boston’s where I grew up. Coming from a working-class family (my Dad was a Boston firefighter) I have respect for Berlin’s working class history. But I also see that Berlin has a bright future ahead in the 21st century – new entrepreneurial opportunities, new families coming here, new businesses and an increased emphasis on outdoor recreation, which I personally enjoy. This is an exciting time for Berlin, and I would be proud to serve on the City Council.

My top priority is simply to serve the city’s needs by participating in citizen government. I believe that we’re all obligated to support our local government, certainly through taxes, but also through participation. That’s also why I’m serving my second term on the BIDPA Board. I’m proud to have been part of BIDPA’s decision-making that brought the Bickford Place downtown park to fruition, and I supported helping the Farmers’ Market come to town. A revitalized Main Street is important to me. We also need to continue drawing new jobs to Berlin and developing outdoor recreation opportunities that will bring people to the area to patronize our local businesses. I also support the city’s festivals and the Heritage Park as important elements of Berlin’s social capital.

WARD III-2year David Moore

I work at White Mountain Community College, tutoring, mentoring, and hope to be teaching English in January. I was a Science Teacher at the High School for two years. I also was a substitute teacher for three years at all the Berlin public schools. I have written about 25 Technical Manuals for high-tech companies in MA & NH. I also just finished my 2012 Edition treatise on the Civil War, which is available on my website; moorecivilwar.com. These books are doing well, as my website receives 25-30 hits each day. I was a Sergeant in the US Army and served 18 months overseas. I love to bowl and have a high scratch game of 251. I ran the Boston Marathon (once). I also worked for 14 years at Raytheon in Andover, MA, where I trained thousands of Union employees, in Math and Electronics.

I believe that I am a team player and would work well with the other counselors to be constantly improving Berlin’s way of life. I also would push for the following, providing of course that the voters of Ward III are also in favor: Better and greater co-operation between Berlin and Gorham to eliminate redundancy, keep taxes from increasing, bringing in any and all legitimate businesses by establishing a business friendly zone with the idea that some taxes (initially) is better than no taxes. I would not be opposed to a casino being established here in Berlin. I am against eminent domain. I also would like to see more clearing of the brush along the river, using prisoners, so that passers by would have an unobstructed view.

Reducing or at least keeping taxes in check. Encouraging citizens and especially our young adults to stay in Berlin. Create additional activities beyond River Fire and the Farmer’s Market to make money. I think we should have a town-wide yard sale, where the town makes money selling maps, souvenirs, and food. The citizens make money via their yard sales. We should also work with the businesses on greater re-cycling efforts, which could be a win-win for everyone. I have other ideas too numerous to mention, but all in Berlin’s best interests.

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2011 Berlin Election Coverage 5) What do you feel has been the most positive development in the city over the past two years? Please explain why.

6) What you see as the most serious problem facing Berlin? Please explain why.

1. As we had done in the past, fiscal responsibility has always been a priority and will remain so, if I were to be elected. As we have seen, there are changes in the economy therefore we need to be flexible and visionary. 2. Having open communications with my constituents and dealing with their concerns one on one.

The continuation of the removal and disposing of dilapidated buildings and upgrading our current housing, our residents are taking ownership and pride in their community because of past, present, and future visions, and following through with their ideas.

Economic times, globally, nationally, statewide, and local affect everyone. We have to maintain a positive outlook and attitude and work within our means.

At this time, I feel that representation should be decided by the residents affected in the locale. (e.g. Rte. 110 project) Neighborhoods and wards should be kept intact; therefore I am of the opinion that we do not eliminate our current wards.

The city budget should seek a balance between frugality and fairness to those who work for the city. Good schools that attract and keep good teachers, dedicated service personnel in the Police and Fire departments as well as in the other municipal departments… these are all investments in Berlin’s present and future, and should not be shortchanged or unwisely sacrificed to save a few cents tax. Neither should good money be thrown at bad expenses. I believe the city administration and city departments can work together to eliminate areas of unnecessary expense, while fairly compensating the city’s employees, and without undue burden to taxpayers. As someone with a background in mediation, I would welcome the opportunity to participate in and facilitate that process.

In my estimation, Berlin’s most positive recent development has not been any single, dramatic occurrence, but the continued, gradual recognition of a new future for the city, beyond its historic, industrial past. Certainly Berlin should continue to attract industry within its borders, but those efforts have been and should continue to be augmented by efforts to develop Main Street, welcome and support small business startups, and encourage and develop the area’s outdoor recreation and tourism opportunities. I believe I’ve seen a steadily increasing interest in this new future for Berlin in many of its citizens. While developments like the biomass plant are certainly good news for the jobs they will create, this new vision of the city’s future is, to me, the really exciting news.

Berlin, like all cities and towns in NH, is suffering under a recession that is hurting its citizens and affecting their ability to keep current with their expenses, including taxes. Any city of Berlin’s size that has over a $1.3 million in unpaid taxes has a serious problem, because that represents 4 percent of its annual budget. Asking taxpayers who are current with their obligations to pay more is simply unfair. Add to that the loss of jobs in Berlin and the surrounding area, and you have a downward trend that spells danger. This is the most serious problem facing Berlin – the economic situation of its citizens, and the effect this has on their ability to pay their bills, including taxes, maintain their homes, and pay for their needs.

I believe the Council and Mayor made the right decision in recommending to the voters that the four wards be eliminated by a vote at the January primary election. The presence of the State prison has created an imbalance in the wards that must be addressed since prisoners are counted for census and representation purposes regardless of their eligibility to vote. The oneward option avoids carving sections out of existing wards and adding oddly shaped census districts back in, only to have to do the same when the federal prison comes on line. Councilor Remillard suggested that once the federal prison opens, the Mayor and Council can revisit the issue and could always reinstate multiple wards. I believe this is a good approach.

Be realistic, creative, and find the best ways to save money (fuel oil, etc). Examine every possible and practicable way to save money. To base the budget on money that we know is coming in and not on speculation. But also, to try to obtain as many grants and as much state funding, as possible. Closely examine every department and look for cost-savings across the board and to implement those changes via the budget.

The mayor and the council’s assistance in energy initiatives, which (hopefully) should soon result in the operation of biomass and pellet production facilities. The Federal prison should open soon and bring much needed revenues to this town. I would be in favor of expanding both prisons and also building a women’s prison. Those are facilities that will survive, whereas, almost anything else, we are taking a chance. The continuous expansion of the 4-wheeler trails and their connecting links is wonderful and will continue to bring in additional revenues.

I believe the biggest problem is mass emigration, especially of our young people along with too many abandoned properties not kicking into the tax base. The long-term solution would be to firstly encourage any and all businesses to set-up shop in Berlin and secondly to combine with Gorham in as many endeavors, as voters would allow. The savings in education costs alone would be tremendous. The increase in business would mean more jobs for our young people, which would help keep them here.

Yes, I have been waiting for a long time to run in Ward III. No wards means that anyone can run at anytime there is an opening and the voter’s can decide the best candidate. Hopefully, more candidates will run and there will be less and less uncontested positions. The town is not that big that someone cannot run just because they do not live on the right street. Restructuring, after every census takes time and money that could be better spent.

4) What would your goals be in crafting the next city budget?

7) Are you in favor of eliminating the city’s four wards? Please explain your position.

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74 Tips To Extend the Life of Your Car Care and Maintenance Tips Keep Your Car Running in Top-Notch Condition We’ve compiled our best expert advice, surprising tricks, and car care tips to prolong the life of your automobile! 1. Be patient during the break-in period You’ve bought your dream car and now you want to make it last at long as possible in top condition. Here are some things to remember as you pull it out of the dealer’s lot: * During the break-in period, typically the ﬁrst 1,000 miles (1,600 km), keep your speed under 55 mph (88 kpm) or to the speed recommended by your car’s manufacturer. * Avoid heavy loads on the drive train, such as towing trailers, and loading the roof rack or trunk with heavy construction materials. * Do not allow your new car to idle for long periods — this is good advice for the life of your car, but especially during breakin. The oil pressure generated by doing so may not be sending oil to every part of your engine. * Use only light to medium acceleration, keeping the engine rpms below 3,000 for the ﬁ rst few hours of driving. 2. Drive with care everyday Being car considerate shouldn’t stop after the break-in. Drive with care every day and your car will

reward you with longer intervals without repair. * Do not race your car’s engine during start-up.This is a quick way to add years of wear to your engine, reverse repeatedly, as well as spinning tires at high speeds, can generate lots of heat and spell trouble for transmissions, clutches, and differentials. It may be cheaper in the long run to call the tow truck rather than risk big repair bills down the road. It’s a good idea to carry a traction aid in the trunk, such as sand, gravel, or cat litter. 6. Lighten up your key chain Does your car key share a chain with a dozen or more other keys? That’s a pretty heavy load hanging off the car key when it’s in the ignition.The weight, combined with bouncing while you drive, can wear out the tumblers inside the ignition and eventually lead to ignition switch failure.To add years of service to your ignition switch, purchase a lightweight key chain that allows you to separate your ignition key from the others. Drive with only the ignition key in your ignition. If your ignition key “sticks” when you try to turn on the car, it’s a warning that your ignition switch is about to fail. Replace it before you get stranded. 7. Choose a good car insurer Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, disaster inevitably strikes

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reverse repeatedly, as well as spinning tires at high speeds, can generate lots of heat and spell trouble for transmissions, clutches, and differentials. It may be cheaper in the long run to call the tow truck rather than risk big repair bills down the road. It’s a good idea to carry a traction aid in the trunk, such as sand, gravel, or cat litter. 6. Lighten up your key chain Does your car key share a chain with a dozen or more other keys? That’s a pretty heavy load hanging off the car key when it’s in the ignition.The weight, combined with bouncing while you drive, can wear out the tumblers inside the ignition and eventually lead to ignition switch failure.To add years of service to your ignition switch, purchase a lightweight key chain that allows you to separate your ignition key from the others. Drive with only the ignition key in your ignition. If your ignition key “sticks” when you try to turn on the car, it’s a warning that your ignition switch is about to fail. Replace it before you get stranded. 7. Choose a good car insurer Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, disaster inevitably strikes — typically in the form of an accident. Make sure that your car will be repaired to the best possible standard by ﬁ nding an insurer that will pay for parts from the original manufacturer and guarantee the repairs it authorizes. 8. Keep an auto log Keep a pad and pencil in the glove our gas ﬁ ll-ups and mileage. If you notice that your gas mileage worsens, mention it to your service man. It may be an early warning sign that something is wrong with your car. 9. Preserve your car during longterm storage If you are not going to use your car for more than a month, store it properly to prevent unnecessary damage and repairs upon your return. * Fill the gas tank to help prevent condensation from accumulating in the gas tank. Add a fuel stabilizer and drive the car around a bit to distribute the additive to engine parts. * Wash and wax the car thoroughly to protect the finish. * Place a vapor barrier on your garage floor. A 4-mil polyethylene drop cloth will do. * Disengage the parking brake to help avoid brake corrosion. * Put the car on jack stands to take the weight of the vehicle off the wheels and tires. * Disconnect and remove the battery to keep it from draining. Place the battery on a trickletype charger. Or periodically drain the battery, using a small light bulb, and then recharge it with a low-volt charger. * Plug the tailpipe with a rag to prevent moist air from infiltrating into it.

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Motorcycle Snowmobile Service Just a little recap of this summers motorcycle adventures. It all started last spring in Daytona during bike week. Street bikes and Dirt bikes and warm weather, brought out for some interesting fun. A couple of trips to Rossmeyers to look at the new Harley products. Studying many motorcycles, for ideas to help our customers.Dozens of vendor displaying awesome stuff. Well our customers came out, after the roads in our area progressed from snowmobile trails to dirt tracks to dry clear somewhat smoother roads. One of the problems we came across this year was the fact that some customers would let “bug guts” dry on the fork legs,and ruin fork seals. Keep this area clean. For all of you who were patient during our busy times, thank you! I can’t thank enough the guy’s who help me. We survived Bike Week, Blessing of the bikes, and then our AVCF Poker run. With the help of our local bikers, the Cancer fund

was able to raise $4000.00 to distribute locally. Some thing else we found out this year was a few customers adding long ornamental valve caps to their wheels. WRONG, the caps hit your brake caliper and snap the valve stems.Instant ﬂ at tire. Well once again, I found out you have to respect motorcycles. labor day week end, while racing, I crashed. Five ribs,one punctured lung, six days at CMMC. But once again I was blessed with a wife and friends who came the rescue, and kept the shop going. Well a frost is on the grass this morn, and that means it’s time to pickle our bikes. Just a reminder to “ dose up” your bike with stabil or startron, hook up the “battery tender” and spray the crap out of your chrome with WD-40 to keep from rusting. Go back home and get ready to watch Speed vision,it might be a long winter. Thanks to great bunch of friends and customers, Ray

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Ride Safe on your Snowmobile: Safety tips from Fish and Game Operating a snowmobile can be very rewarding, giving you the chance to see and experience many areas of the state that often aren’t accessible during our cold winters, but don’t become a statistic! The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department urges all snow machine riders to review safety precautions and ride responsibly. Following are some key snowmobile safety reminders: * Most important, be prepared for extreme conditions. Cold temperatures can be dangerous, so wear clothing that is appropriate for your winter activities. * Know your abilities and understand the capabilities of your snowmobile. Every operator and every machine have different capabilities. Identify these levels and stay below them, and you are virtually guaranteed of having a safe and enjoyable ride.

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Fall car care Keep your eye peeled for deals on these car care tips. The Tires Winter isn’t a good time to have bald tires. If they’re completely worn out or don’t have a lot of tread left, it’s time to replace them. If they look good, have your tires rotated to extend their life. If you have to replace your tires, replace all four because your tires are only as good as the worst one. Coolant/Antifreeze Ideally, your radiator should be fl ushed and refilled with fresh coolant once per year but most of us don’t do that. How long has it been since you’ve fl ushed your radiator? You might want to get that done with your next oil change. Windshield Wipers If they aren’t doing a good job with rain, they’re definitely not going to do well with sleet, snow, salt, and dirt. An all-purpose wiper will normally do the job but for those living in regions with an extra helping of winter, buy a higher priced winter wiper. Also don’t forget your washer fl uid. The cheap, summer mixture will freeze just when you need it most so buy the higher quality washer fl uid. Even better, purchase the winter mix that is guaranteed not to freeze. Engine Does your engine sound strange? Does it sound like something has taken up residence in your engine? If it’s bad in the summer it’s going to get worse in the winter and that’s not the time to break down. Get it checked out now. Also make sure to change all of the filters and make sure your oil is new. Fuel see FALL CAR CARE page 27

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FALL CAR CARE from page 26

For those in a place where winter is quite the formidable foe, pour a bottle of fuel deicer in the tank one per month to keep moisture from freezing in your fuel line. If you have ever had to pay to repair a frozen fuel line you know that the small expense of a de-icing agent now can save you a lot of money later. Bottom Line

The problem with maintenance is that we pay money and what we get back is the same thing that we had before. Our car isn’t any more luxurious with a new air ﬁlter but we’re stuck paying the bill. Stomp around and be mad for a minute and then head out and get all of these car care tips taken care of.

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Riverside Assembly of God Church • Pastor Paul Lavigne, Berlin/ Gorham Road, Gorham, 466-2851 - Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am; Children’s Church & Nursery Available, Wednesday Bible study, 7 pm. Christian Science Society • 147 Main Street, Lancaster Sunday Service 10 am, Sunday School 10 am The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints • Preaching the “Restored Gospel” • Top of Gorham Hill Rd., Rt. 2. 466-3417, Feltus Sterling, Branch Pres. 733-6743. Sundays Meetings Sacrament 10:00 am, Sunday School 11:45 am, Prsthd & Rel Soc. 12:15pm Community Bible Church, 595 Sullivan Street, Berlin. 752-4315. Service Times: Sunday - Family Bible Hour - 9:45 AM, Morning Worship - 11:00 AM, Evening Service - 6:00 PM. Bible Studies held Tuesdays and Thursdays - call for details. Youth, Awana (September - April) - Wednesday - 6:00 PM. Community Bible Academy - Christian School for K-12. www.berlingorhambible.com. Dummer Community Church • Corner of Hill Rd. and East Side River Rd., Dummer. Sunday Worship and Sunday School 9:30. Bible Study ater service. 449-6628 or 449-6765 First Baptist Church • 79 High Street, Berlin. · 752-6215. Reverand: Dean Stiles. Sunday School 9:45am, Sunday Worship Services: 11:00am. Tuesday Bible Study 7:00 PM. Nursery available, handicap accessible. Gateway Apostolic Church • P.O. Box 153, Gorham, NH Home group meetings Tuesday at 7PM, please call for locations, 1-800-450-7298 ext. 6062. Pastor: Rodney Brown Gorham Congregational Church United Church of Christ - 143 Main Street, Gorham, 466-2136. Sunday worship at 10:00 am. Rally Sunday and the first day of Sunday School in Sept. 12. We celebrate Holy Communion on the first Sunday of the month. All are welcomed and the coffee is free. Gorham Congregational Church is a church in the United Church of Christ, no matter where you are on your faith journey you are welcome here. The Harvest Christian Fellowship, a Foursquare Gospel church • Pastor Shane Riff. First Service: 8:30am (no childcare), Second Service: 10:30am (childcare provided), Sunday School 10:30am. Midweek Service Wednesday 6:30pm. 219 Willow Street, Berlin • 752-5374. Heritage Baptist Church • Rev. Dana C. Hoyt, Sr., Pastor. Independent-Fundamental-soul winning-KJV. Sunday School 9:30; Sunday Worship 10:30; Sunday Evening 6:00; Thurs. Bible Study 7:00. 13 Exchnage St., Berlin, 752-4523. Free bible studies through the mail or in your home. Holy Family Roman Catholic Church • 7 Church St., Gorham 466-2335 Rev. Mark Dollard, Pastor - Rev. Steven Lepine Associate Pastor - Weekend Mass Schedule Sat. 6:00 pm, Sun. 11:00 am . Reconciliation Sat. 5:15–5:45 pm or by appt. Weekdays Mass Schedule Tues. & Thurs. 6:00 pm Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church • 20 Petrograd Street, Berlin, 752-2254 Divine Liturgy: 9am Sunday Lamb’s Chapel, Non-denominational Christian Church • Pastors: David & Linda Canter, 214 School Street, Berlin, NH 03570. Phone: (603) 752-5773. Services times: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Worship Services, Tuesday 6 a.m. Men’s Prayer Meeting and Bible Study, Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study and Prayer Meeting, and Tuesday 4:30- 7 p.m. Sanctuary open for prayer. Milan Community United Methodist Church • Services at 10:30 am with Pastor William Simpson. 449-2026 or 449-3344 Mt. Forist Seventh Day Adventist Church • Corner of First Ave., and Mt. Forist St., Pastor Greg Carlson, 207-515-1376, Saturday services: Bible study 9:30am, Worship service 11am Mt. Washington Valley Bible Church • Real direction for real life. Worship Services Sunday 9:30am; Bible Study 11-12am; Prayer Meeting Wed. 7:00pm. Information call 752-4920. Come and Join Us. New Life Apostolic Church • Services are every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Berlin Rec. Center from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. FMI call David Willhoite at 207-357-3455 Randolph Church Services • Northern side of Route 2 near Randolph Hill Road, Randolph. Summer worship services, 10:30 a.m. Sundays through September 4. Salvation Army • Salvation Army, 15 Cole St., Berlin. Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday Worship 11 a.m., Sunday Evening Bible study 6 p.m. Lt. Erin Smullen. Shelburne Union Church • All services every Sunday at the church at 7 pm in the evenings throughout the summer only. St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Church of Good Shepherd Parish • 345 Pleasant St., Berlin - 752-2880 • Rev. Mark Dollard, Pastor, Rev. Kyle Stanton, Assoc. Pastor, Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Evenings 4:00 - Sunday 7:00 am,. 9:00 am, & 7:00 pm. Weekdays Mon., Wed. & Fri. 8:00 am. Holydays Vigil 6:0.0 pm, Feast 8:00 am & 12:05 pm. Confessions: Sat 3:00 pm or by appointment. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church • 2 High Street, Berlin; 752-3504; www.stbarnabasberlin.org. The Rev. Fran Gardner-Smith, Rector. • Worship Schedule: Sunday worship with Eucharist 10:15AM; Sung Compline Sunday 8PM; Wednesday Eucharist 10AM. Adult Bible Study Sunday at 9:15. Sunday School for Children at 9:15 (September to Mid-May). All people are always welcome at St. Barnabas! St. Paul Lutheran Church • Norway and Seventh Streets, Berlin, 752-1410 - Rev. Gail Bauzenberger. Worship Services: Sundays 10:30 am - Sunday School: 9am for ages 3-adult – Summer Schedule: Sunday Worship 9:30 am, No Sunday School. United Church of Christ, Congregational • 921 Main Street, Berlin - 752-3811. Sunday Worship Service 10 am. This service is provided free of charge every Friday. Please send pertinent information to our office if you would like to be included.

McLain, Rouleau engaged to wed BERLIN -- Mr. and Mrs. Alan McLain, Berlin, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Theo McLain, to 1st Lt. Matthew David Rouleau. Matt is the son of Jerry and Cathy Rouleau of Milan. The bride-to-be is a 2004 graduate of Berlin High School, and completed her undergraduate work at the University of New England; Master’s of Science also from the University of New England, and is currently employed as a surgical physician assistant at Andover Plastic Surgery. Matt is a 2002 graduate of Berlin High School and obtained his Bachelor’s of Science in 2006 from Plymouth State University. Matt is employed as a Blackhawk helicopter pilot by the United States Army National Guard. The couple resides in Concord, NH. The wedding is set to take place at the OMNI Mt. Washington Resort on September 1, 2012.

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ROBBERIES from page one

to the night deposit box to make a deposit. Bank cameraswere rolling as man wearing a black bandanna over his face jumped on the hood of the car brandishing a pistol and demanded the money. The man pointed the gun at the victim, took the deposit and the victim’s cell phone and tossed the victim’s car keys into the woods. The man ran away on foot, but authorities believe he had a car nearby. An exhaustive search, aided by the Sheriff’s Department and State Police including a K-9 unit, led nowhere. The perpetrator was in his late 20s or early 30s, according to a police statement, wearing a dark gray hooded sweatshirt, jeans and white sneakers. “The suspect appears very thin in video supplied by the bank,” the statement said, and “is considered armed and dangerous and is still at large.” While Conway was investigating that incident, according to police dispatch logs, “somebody matching that

description also robbed a place in Madison.” That incident occurred roughly 40 minutes later, around 10 p.m., according to a Madison police statement. Ofﬁcers from Madison, Ossipee, Freedom, State Police and the Sheriff’s Department all responded to the Cobble Pond Farms gas station on Route 113. Very few details have been released, but according to the statement there were multiple suspects. Cobble Pond Farms manager Terrie Ayres said the employee who was on duty at the time is ﬁ ne, and she praised him for handling the situation well. Ayres left at 8:15 p.m. that night, well before the robbery happened. “He’s really OK,” she said. “I would have been a wreck.” The employee followed the robber’s instructions, Ayres said. “He did the right thing.” No details have been released about how much was robbers got away with in either incident. Authorities are also holding off on calling the cases con-

nected. “There are similarities,” Conway police spokesman Lt. Chris Perley said, but authorities are staying open to all possibilities. The departments are coordinating investigations, he said. Commissioner Kennett, meanwhile, said the Conway incident brings home just how important it is that the department gets the staffing it needs. An offi cer was in the middle of arresting a man for a drug offense, according to the police logs, when the report of the armed robbery came in. The department only had two offi cers working, Perley said, so the offi cer “had to take [the man] out of handcuffs and let him go.” “That’s what it’s come down to,” he said — letting criminals go free because worse crimes are happening. “That is a very clear sign that we do not have enough police offi cers on the road,” Kennett said. The department operates with only two offi cers on the street quite fre-

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Survivor NECP week helps develop positive thinking BERLIN -- Berlin Junior High School recently completed state testing. The testing week was presented and completed in a different fashion this year. To create a positive atmosphere towards testing week, the staff at Berlin Junior High School and 6th grade teachers established a Survivor NECAP week. The week was modeled after the popular CBS TV reality show Survivor. During this week, the students were broken up into small groups (tribes). In these small groups, the students completed their testing as well as competed in a number of team and individual challenges.

The motto of the week was: “Think Hard Work Hard Play Hard”. The staff saw an improvement with attendance and excitement for testing week. During this week, some local merchants helped out by making donations. McDonalds provided Egg McMufﬁ ns for all in grades 6, 7 and 8, White Mountain Distributors created some great banners and donated water and Coca Cola donated water. The parents of our students also donated snacks and beverages for their children’s tribes. With theses donations, the students were given the chance to start the day with a

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full stomach. The Survivor concept for testing made the week of testing go by quickly and created and environment that was positive and fun for the students at BJHS. Congratulations to the

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I fully endorse/recommend Dori Ducharme for re-election To the voters of Ward II: It is with great pride that I fully endorse and recommend Dori Ducharme for re-election as city councilor for the Ward II seat. With the upcoming election, I feel that it is important for the voting community to truly understand who they are casting a ballot for. In the past nine years of residency in this city, I have watched Councilor Ducharme work tirelessly for the overall good of the community. How many of us have watched our children’s faces as they enjoyed the recently introduced school vacation week and summer programs at Heritage Park? The councilor developed these programs, along with a scholarship program for low income families, so our children could have a positive and educational experience even when not in school. How many of our elderly now have safe and comfortable housing in the Cornerstone Building that was made possible by the councilor’s program management of that massive undertaking? Ms. Ducharme was a member of Phi OPEN MINDS from page 4

a former school custodian. Although he seemed to be well-liked by students and some staff, he has taken an adversary role toward the administration and board of education. He has been part of fi ling many grievances, which as shop steward, he had the right to do. In FY11, the school district incurred $15,947.50 in legal fees, related to one unfair labor practice which he initiated before his retirement in March, 2011. The rationale for the grievance was opposition to cost saving measures put forward by the administration and board. These measures result in greater efficiency at less cost. I feel his motives for wanting a seat on the board of education are retaliatory at best. I fear that he is vindictive and manipulative. He does not strike me as being an appropriate member of the Berlin Board of Education. He is the only candidate without a college degree. Mr. Rodrique has never shown an interest in attending a school board meeting. The fi rst meeting he’s attended that didn’t involve a contract dispute was October 20, 2011. Mark Evans has served on the Berlin City Council for the past four years. My nickname for him is Mr. No because he has said “no” to every budget submitted by the Board of Education. I do not have a problem with people who have opposing views. But I do have a problem with people who make up their mind to vote no before listening to a presentation, or hearing the justification for a request. That is ignorant. Instead of listening to the

Beta Lambda earning an MBA from Delta State University. The councilor possesses the professional and business skills that are needed to make some of the tough decisions that our city council is faced with. As a proven leader with Tri-County CAP, Councilor Ducharme is an accomplished financial analyst, an astute business development manager, and a shrewd contract negotiator. Along with this, comes the ability to balance one of the largest organizational budgets in the North Country. I do have a working relationship with the councilor and when she ends her day at Tri-County Cap, the phone still rings with calls from her constituents, of which Councilor Ducharme is always reachable and ready to hear what the people who asked for her representation have to say. November 8, is fast approaching, reelect a proven leader who will work tirelessly for our citizens – Vote Councilor Ducharme for Ward II Kristy Letendre Berlin issues and making informed decisions, he simply votes no. That is not thoughtful representation. Mr. Evans has not been a productive member of the city council. I would expect the same lack of productivity if he held a seat on the Berlin Board of Education. I could count on one hand the number of school board meetings he has attended, and I’m confident that I would have fingers left-over. Considering his track record for not supporting education, I fi nd his sudden interest in serving on the board as laughable. What are his motives? As a taxpayer, I understand the notion of holding taxes down. But more important to me, is the future of our children. I no longer have children enrolled in the Berlin School System, but that has not lessened my concern regarding the quality of education that is offered in our schools. It is imperative that the Berlin Board of Education strive to insure that our children have more than an adequate education. Our children need to compete with graduates from other schools for jobs, and for college acceptances. Board members need to have open minds, not a preconceived agenda. I ask you to seriously consider for whom you are voting when you go to the polls on Tuesday. Please vote for those who care about your children and grandchildren and those who will make a strong school system their priority. That would not include Mr. Rodrique or Mr. Evans. Martha Laflamme Berlin

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ing a juvenile boy, who was 11-12 years old at the time, between August 1982 and March 1983. The two men were alleged to have provided the youth with alcohol while driving around in a van before taking him to an apartment where he was sexually assaulted. Ploof’s accomplice in this crime, 82 year old Gerard Duchesne, of Berlin, was convicted earlier this year on lesser charges as part of a plea agreement that resulted in nojail time. Duchesne was called to testify in this latest trial but invoked his fifth amendment right against selfincrimination. A sentencing hearing for Ploof on the most recent conviction is scheduled for Dec. 2 in Coos Superior Court. Meanwhile, Ploof remains civilly committed under the state’s Violent Sexual Predator statute, after a the NH Supreme Court upheld

that statute just this week. Ploof, who was the first in the state to be civilly committed under that law in 2009, had challenged the constitutionality of the law. The Violent Sexual Predator Act allows a civil jury to determine whether someone convicted of sexually violent crimes, who has served their prison sentence, can be civilly committed for up to five years if they are found to be mentally abnormal in a way that makes them likely to reoffend. Ploof is one of only two sex offenders in the state to have been civilly committed since 2009. He pleaded guilty to raping a boy in 1998 and served 10 years in state prison prior to his civil commitment. The family of the man assaulted in Berlin in the 80s as a boy followed up the October verdict with a thank you letter to the Berlin Police Department, specifically commending the efforts of Detective Rich Plourde in his handling of the case.

TOWNS OF Gorham, Randolph and Shelburne, NH Notice of Public Hearing The Gorham Randolph Shelburne Cooperative School Board will be holding a public hearing to discuss expenditures from theTechnology Capital Reserve Fund under the provisions of RSA 198:20-c for upgrades to the servers. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2011beginningat 6:30 P.M. Randolph Town Hall, 130 Durand Road, Randolph NH The public is encouraged to attend!

VEHICLE OUT TO BID The Town of Gorham is now accepting bids on the following piece of equipment as is: JOHN DEERE 855 TRACTOR 80’S MODEL ASIS! This piece of equipment may be viewed at the Public Works Garage, 24 Main Street. All bids must be sealed, clearly marked “JOHN DEERE 855 TRACTOR” and delivered to: Town Manager’s Office Gorham Town Hall 20 Park Street Gorham, NH 03581 No later than Friday, November 4, 2011 The Town of Gorham reserves the right to accept and/or reject any and all bids.

LEGAL PROBATE NOTICE THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE 1st. Circuit – Probate Division – Lancaster 10/11/2011 thru 10/31/2011 APPOINTMENT OF FIDUCIARIES Notice is hereby given that the following fiduciaries have been duly appointed by the Judge of Probate for Coos County. All persons having claims against these decedents are requested to exhibit them for adjustment and all indebted to make payment. Guerin, Louise Anita, late of Berlin, NH. Leo A. Guerin, Jr., 12 Arlington St., Berlin, NH 03570. #314-2011-ET-00246 Dated: 10/31/2011

Terri L. Peterson, Clerk

On October 21, the Trustees of the Berlin Public Library held the dedication of Kelley Park.The property was donated to the city library by Barry and Mark Kelley and family in memory of their parents, Emmet J. and Evelyn B. Collins Kelley. The park will provide an enclosed, outdoor area for the children’s department where the children can safely enjoy activities. Back row: (l-r) Library trustee Paul Tardiff, Councilor Dori Ducharme, Kathleen Kelley, Mark Kelley, Director of the library, Denise Jensen, Housing coordinator, Andre Caron, librarian, Kathy Godin, Brynna Kelley, City manager, Pat McQueen, Barry Kelley, Colette. Front row: Head librarian for many years, Inez Hamlin, Past chair of trustees, Harold Nelson, Elaine Kelley and Chair of trustees, Yvonne Thomas. Absent from the dedication was Trustee Linda Laﬂeur.

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