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Another study planned on Conway bypass BY ERIK EISELE THE CONWAY DAILY SUN

CONWAY — If you build it will they come? And what happens if you only build part of it? The state is trying to figure that out with the Conway bypass and will conduct a traffic study that will determine what will happen to traffic patterns if the southern leg of the long-delayed road is built,

and the central and northern sections are delayed, or never constructed. The study should be out this fall. The department has done similar studies before, Department of Transportation civil engineer Don Lyford said at a meeting with Conway staff and three selectmen on Tuesday, but “all it says is the central and northern sections should follow.” None of them address what happens if they don’t.

“Whether it’s five years or 25 years before they build the others,” selectman David Weathers said, the town needs to know how building the southern section impact their roads. “The immediate impact is on the town of Conway.” Selectman Bob Drinkhall worried it will just move congestion from Conway village to the outlets. see BYPASS page 6

School board holds second public budget hearing tonight

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BY GAIL SCOTT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

SHELBURNE—With many apologies, School Administrative Unit 20 Business Administrator Pauline Plourde distributed what she hoped would be a clarifying “GRS Coop Projected Tax Impact” graphic to the Gorham/Randolph/Shelburne Cooperative Board at its February meeting in Shelburne Tuesday, only to hear the board members ask her to please simplify the data. The sheet covered two sides with not necessarily enlightening information contained in a profusion of small charts and graphs. Plourde explained that her previous error about the tax rate effect of the budget appears to have been caused by misplaced data on a spread sheet and apologized again and again for having a hand in the resulting confusion. see HEARING page 7

Tammy Lee Judson, of Berlin, holds up a copy of her book, “Crazy for Sudoku: The Ultimate Sudoku Trivia Book.” Published under her nom de plume “Lee Judson,” this will be the first of what Judson plans to be a series of game books. She created the puzzles in this book when she was frustrated by not finding Sudoku games with letters instead of numbers. She feels letters allow for more variety in the puzzles. (GAIL SCOTT PHOTO)

Berlin woman creates puzzle book with letters instead of numbers BY GAIL SCOTT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

BERLIN — Tammy Lee Judson, of Berlin, loves crosswords and puzzles, and now she has published her own book of Sudoku puzzles using letters instead of numbers. The book, published under her nom de plume “Lee Judson,” is called “Crazy for Sudoku: The Ultimate

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BERLIN — New assistant fire chief Thaddeus Soltys II is settling in at the station at 263 Main Street and is transitioning from his former home in Enfield, Conn. For the past year Soltys has spent his time as a fire consultant, he said, while seeking a position with a new see ASSISTANT CHIEF page 7

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Tourism booms in Hawaii

HONOLULU (NY Times) — One recent afternoon, as the temperature in their native Nashville dipped to a slim 7 degrees, Blythe Grant and Jordan Tlumak walked along the beach at Waikiki with beers in hand and smiles on their faces. Visitors walked down towards the beach at Hanauma Bay in Hawaii Kai. “We just left three inches of snow in Nashville,” said Mr. Grant, 26 and buff. “I was pretty pumped to get on the plane.” Mr. Tlumak, his friend, nodded. “Nashville just doesn’t know how to handle that.” Mr. Grant and Mr. Tlumak are not the only mainlanders to be gloating about their good luck. Hawaiian tourism officials, hotel operators and travel agents — battered by several years of slumping sales — have recently seen a marked increase in arrivals to the islands. And while there are various theories as to why — including favorable currency exchange rates and Obama on the beach — what most people can agree on is that the rotten weather in the rest of the country, including a series of brutal snow storms in the Midwest and on the East Coast, has been good news in Hawaii. “We talk to these people every day, and they’re miserable,” said Amy Terada, the vice president of marketing for Pleasant Holidays, a tour operator in Westlake Village, Calif. “They’re saying, ‘Just get me out of here.’ ”

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WASHINGTON (NY Times) — The Federal Reserve revealed Wednesday that its policy makers had substantially upgraded their forecasts for how much the United States economy will grow this year, though they expect unemployment to remain painfully high for some time. Top Fed officials now expect

the output of goods and services to grow by 3.4 percent to 3.9 percent this year, up from the previous forecast, released in November, of 3 percent to 3.6 percent. But their grim outlook for the job market was largely unchanged: 8.8 percent to 9 percent unemployment this year, only one-tenth of a per-

centage point lower than in the November forecast. Growth expectations were lifted by an improvement in consumer spending in the fourth quarter, though Fed officials were uncertain how long that would last, according to minutes released on Wednesday of the Fed’s policy meeting in late January.

Bahrain protests expand on third day

MANAMA, Bahrain (NY Times) — Tens of thousands of demonstrators poured into Pearl Square here late into the night as Shiite opposition leaders issued assurances they were not being influenced by Tehran and were not interested in transforming the monarchy into a religious theocracy like the Islamic Republic in Iran. The Internet was jammed to a crawl and cell phone service was intermittent, in an apparent government effort to deter the demonstrators who had laid claim to the square, the symbolic heart of the nation. But its efforts only seemed to energize the roaring crowds, which spilled out of the square, tied up roads for as far as the eye could see and united in a peaceful celebration of empowerment unparal-

leled for Bahrain’s Shiites, who make up about 70 percent of the country’s 600,000 citizens. Bahrain appeared on the precipice of a fundamental shift in the status quo, as centuries of rule by an absolute monarch were challenged openly, defiantly and peacefully by crowds unrivaled in this nation’s contemporary history. For the first time in local memory, police withdrew from the city streets, allowing young protesters to direct traffic in a widening area around the city. Cars filed into the city from outlying areas late into the night filled with people anxious to participate in the unfolding events. “The people want the fall of the regime,” the crowds chanted on the darkened square, their words echoing off the towering buildings nearby.

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Police Athletic League team helps Manchester boxer win tournament BY JIM FENNELL THE UNION LEADER

The story of Joel Felix is far from complete. But if you like happy endings, you have to be rooting for the Manchester Memorial High student. The latest chapter is a good one. Felix, 18, won the novice heavyweight division at the Greater Lowell/Central New England Golden Gloves tournament last Tuesday at Lowell Memorial Auditorium in Massachusetts. He is the first boxer from the Manchester Police Athletic League program to win the Golden Gloves. He had to pass on a chance to fight in last weekend’s New England Golden Gloves because he re-injured his shoulder in Tuesday’s championship fight. He was forced to switch to southpaw in that fight and basically beat his opponent without the use of a hook. “It feels good to know I could keep pushing myself,” Felix said. “Some people didn’t think I could do it.” Felix, 18, is a kid who could have gone the wrong way. A native of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, he came to continental U.S. when he was 6 and moved to Manchester when he was 12. He was in trouble before he was 13. His is a story of the streets and the trouble that can be found there. It’s a story all too familiar to people such as Sgt. Brian O’Keefe, boxing coach Joe Francis, officer Rich Ell and the other volunteers who put in time working with kids at the MPAL’s Michael Briggs Community Center on Beech Street. O’Keefe and Ell, the current MPAL coordinator, are police officers; Francis is a former professional boxer. They all have worked with the young kids who come through the Briggs Center. Some kids come on their own; others come because they have to. Felix was among the latter group. He admits he was doing bad stuff, a

self-described “straight-F” student at Hillside Middle School. He was also big for his age, an immature child in a man’s body. “He’d be the kid in the wrong place at the wrong time,” Francis said. Felix was sent to O’Keefe by a social worker to join the boxing program. “Boxing was a great vehicle for him to do positive things in his life,” O’Keefe said. “Winning a championship is not as important as teaching life skills. We have to produce champions in life.” O’Keefe, the former MPAL coordinator, knows firsthand what engaging kids in physical activity can do. He grew up in a boxing gym in Lowell. His father, Mickey O’Keefe, is a Lowell police sergeant who trained Micky Ward. Mickey O’Keefe plays himself in the movie “The Fighter,” which starred Mark Wahlberg and is based on Ward’s life. Brian O’Keefe has carried on the work of his father, taking in kids who walked the edge and giving them a chance with MPAL. Felix is just the latest feel-good story to come out of the Briggs Center. O’Keefe proudly points out that Michael “Kiki” Rivera-Fermaint just graduated U.S. Marine Corps boot camp and Gibran Ortiz-Perez is working full-time and going to college. To him, that’s what MPAL is all about. Felix went to Francis last year and said he wanted to give the Golden Gloves a try. He won his only fight a couple of years ago at the Silver Mittens, a similar competition for boxers up to the age of 15. The novice division is open to fighters with no more than 10 bouts. Francis said Felix looked seasoned, a big kid who moves gracefully and can follow a game plan. He won all three of his three-round fights by decision. “The kid is so natural, he just flows,” Francis said.

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House passes repeal of ‘evergreen’ contracts for government workers BY TOM FAHEY THE UNION LEADER

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in a contract after it expires. The evergreen law specified that cost of living increases were not covered by the clause. Those who argued against the repeal noted it was sponsored by two Republicans two years ago and won bipartisan support in the House and Senate. The argument at the time was that public workers have no right to strike, and a clause continuing work conditions leveled the playing field with employers. Supporters of the repeal said evergreen clauses take control away from local officials and taxpayers. They said some unions will purposely drag their heels in negotiations in order to preserve pay plans in expired contracts.

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HB 89 a waste of time, energy and money To the editor: Long before the votes were cast this past Wednesday on HB89, I was certain of the vote. The bill would pass the House and all of our elected representatives in District 1 would vote for it. And indeed that was the case. The bill states: “The attorney general shall, no later than July 1, 2011, move to join the pending lawsuit in federal court entitled State of Florida et. al v. United States Department of Health and Human Services et. al, challenging the legality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.” Although the fight over the new federal health reform law will continue, as we’ve seen recently in the ruling from the Florida court, HB89 is the NH House majority’s ham-handed effort to weigh in on that fight. Even though HB89 is clearly unconstitutional, the leaders of the House want to make a statement. And whether that statement makes any logical, practical or legal sense, they are, by golly, going to say it anyway. And all of our local representatives, along with all but 10 of their majority colleagues, support it. Even though it flies in the face of the separation of powers clearly defined in the N.H. Constitution. I went to the hearing on this bill a couple of weeks ago. The sponsor made little comment on his own bill when introducing it. Ninetyfive percent or more of those testifying were against the bill. Attorney General Delaney tried to educate the committee that was hearing the bill about how and why it is not constitutional. The AG is not subject to the direction of the legislature. He is part of the state’s executive branch and is appointed, like the chairs of the various

departments and agencies of state government, as the head of the Department of Justice. Representative Frank McCarthy must have had a few moments of concern because he asked the AG whether it was possible to modify this bill into a resolution. But, in the end, he heard the clarion call of his party. The majority is saying, “We’re going to tell the attorney general what to do — even if we can’t.” The chair of the committee is quoted as saying “He (the AG) has no right to come to this committee and tell us he’s going to challenge this.” But he does have the right … and, indeed, the constitutional responsibility. If this new majority wants to tell the AG what to do, it needs to amend the constitution, which is the intent of another bill submitted this session. But in a Jan. 19 editorial by Union Leader publisher Joe McQuaid entitled, “No need to ‘fix’ what’s not broken,” he says, “It (making the AG an elected position) is an idea rife with unintended consequences and one that goes counter to New Hampshire’s best interest’. HB89, a bit of political pique by the new majority, is a waste of time, energy and money — the cost of participating in the Florida lawsuit, which will go forward with or without the participation of our state, would not be insignificant — for something that will likely be sidelined by the Senate. Jobs and budget. Jobs and budget. That’s what they say is their focus and primary responsibility. But, instead, they are proposing, working on and promoting a bill that will go nowhere. Ed Butler Hart’s Location

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Once upon a Berlin Time

1921 V: Beginnings of the winter carnival

Hello, fellow Berlinites. Winter sports took a big stride forward during the end of 1921. Both hockey and skiing were about to take off and become a fixture in this city. A headlines in the local paper of Nov. 24, 1921 went like this; “Two Canadian Recruits Added to Hockey Team.” With the acquisition of two of Canada’s finest hockey players, Joseph Maltais of Shawinigan Falls, Quebec, one of the greatest amateur goal tenders of the present, and Patrick Hayes, a remarkably fast man of the forward line and from the same town, Berlin’s hockey team would become prominent in New England, according to local enthusiasts. A drive was to be initiated on Nov. 25, 1921 to raise sufficient money to keep the Berlin ice organization on the map. Money was always a big issue and in these early days, it was no different. At this time, almost $200 had been pledged by the Northern Automobile Company (Aubuchon Plaza today). This business was run by the late W. G. Dupont, who was the fervent manager of last year’s hockey team. All of the funds were handed over to J. Arthur Sullivan of the Brown Company. This news of hockey activity came at a timely moment, having in view the decision of the Nansen Ski Club to stage a winter carnival early in the new year at Berlin Mills and there was no doubt that the hockey players could do a great deal to furnish entertainment for the winter sport visitors. Just as soon as ice was formed in sufficient quantity, games were staged, attracting many fans at the St. Laurent Rink on Pleasant Street. One week later, an announcement in the local paper read: “Hockey association formed in Berlin.” It was called the Berlin Hockey Association and came into being on Dec. 3, 1921. This happened when a number of dev-

otees, many of whom had taken part in past hockey pursuits, met at the chamber of commerce. It was here that they elected directors and officers, besides drawing up a concrete plan for the expansion of this sport locally. The BHA was a forerunner of our famous Berlin Maroons. Mr. D. P. Brown gave a general outline to those present, as to what had been accomplished in the sport of hockey to date. With this, officers, along with directors, were nominated and elected. A rush was now on to purchase equipment and uniforms. Two weeks later, this Berlin hockey club was fully organized and ready for its first game. The team elected Armand Dupont as their first captain for the newly formed team. Here were the starting players for this newly formed club: Joseph Maltais was the goaltender. Dave Campbell, Charles Lacroix, Downing Brown and Eugene Dupont were the defensemen. And the forward line would consist of Leo Mayer, Charles Dupont, Omer Laing, Armand Dupont and Donat Dessauiniers. Maltais had played for such championship teams as the Nationals of Montreal, which had won the Ross Cup two years in a row. He also played for La Casquette and Hochelga of the same place and in 1921 and also played for Grand Mere. Joe was known as the best amateur goaltender in the United States and Canada. Dave Campbell played for the Canadians of Montreal and competed with Ottawa for the professional hockey championship of the world. With him, Berlin would have one of the best hockey stars in the country. On Monday night, Dec. 26, 1921, the Berlin Hockey Association played its first game ever at the St. Laurent Rink and beat the great team from Waterville, Quebec by a score of 3-2. see next page

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Look to Clarence Thomas for tax preparation guidance To the editor: April 15 looms and Granite State patriots seeking advice in preparing their IRS forms, may want to look to Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas for guidance and helpful tax tips. As a cost-cutter, New Hampshire residents might consider following Justice Thomas’ lead by failing to disclose years’ worth of spousal income. By checking a box labeled ‘None’ regarding “non-investment spousal income,” Thomas — contrary to US Code Title 18, Part I, Ch. 47, Section 1001 — provided false information on forms which he is obliged to submit to the committee on financial disclosure under the 1978 Ethics in Government Act — the same act which Rep. Charles Rangel was found guilty of violating. (See: blogs.wsj.com/ washwire/2011/01/24/justice-thomasrevises-disclosures-after-criticism/?K EYWORDS=clarence+thomas). According to the IRS, wife Virginia Thomas was, in fact, paid $686,589 from 2003 to 2007 by the Heritage from preceding page

Some of these stars did not remain in Berlin too long for one reason or another, but their time here helped put this city on the map as a hockey capital. It also opened the door for the great future of this sport that this city was just beginning ninety years ago. On Sunday evening, Nov. 20, 1921, the women of Berlin joined a new order. After a splendid attendance at Knights of Columbus Hall on a Sunday evening, the lodge of Daughters of Isabella would become one of the leading societies of this city. This was its first meeting and was called for the purpose of opening the charter and electing officers. Over 100 names were enrolled for membership and much enthusiasm was shown by all. It was without doubt that the membership would rise to over five hundred in a short time. At this time no name had been selected for the lodge, but this was coming soon. The Daughters of Isabella were founded as an auxiliary to the Knights of Columbus, uniting Catholic women in a sisterhood to achieve the following aims: know one another better; extend their circle of friends; centralize all their resources to better help one another; and to be a greater force to contend with in the pursuit of good in our society. Does Berlin still have a Daughters of Isabella? If so what is their name? Dec. 21, 1921 had the Berlin Fire Department scrambling, as they had to answer six fire alarms in two hours, including one which burned a two-apartment house on Berlin’s East Side. The other fires, although they didn’t have much damage, were on Ramsay Hill, Fifth Avenue, the I.P. Company, Madison Avenue and Guilmette Street. They were certainly spread out. Everything was now in place for

Foundation and an undisclosed amount in 2009 by “Liberty Central” — a group she founded in 2009 to oppose President Obama and advance the “founding principles” of individual liberty. On January 21, 2011, Justice Thomas mailed in a seven-page document disclosing that he had, in fact, mis-stated information concerning his spouse’s employment history (her income figure is not required) for the years 1990 through 2009 due to a “misunderstanding of the filing instructions.” It is comforting, indeed, to realize that, presiding at the pinnacle of the American Justice System, this “best qualified nominee” is flummoxed by a simple check-box on a questionnaire. [The Supreme Court is,] “the only judicial body in the country that is not governed by a set of judicial ethical rules,” (Stephen Gillers, NYU Law School). Apparently not. Diane H. Gurien Kearsarge the first huge winter carnival to take place in Berlin, during the month of February, 1922. All of the plans were set by the Nansen Ski Club by the end of 1921, to include sled dog races, ski jouring, hockey games, a 60-mile-perhour toboggan chute, river racing on ice, great ski jumping, barrel jumping, cross country ski races and many more events. Berlin’s largest paper company extended a cordial welcome to all visitors with a warm greeting in one of their monthly editions. Basically, this is what it said: “On behalf of the management and employees of the Brown Company, we welcome you to Berlin on the occasion of the upcoming Berlin Winter Carnival. “We are greatly interested in the success of this carnival, and day by day we work with the many men of the Nansen Ski Club, whose achievements have been such a credit to our city and the race they represent. “They, their forefathers and their brothers are known well by this company. Ours has been the privilege of seeing them jump and run, not only at carnival time, but throughout the winters that have passed since 1907 “These people have made and won a plucky fight for the recognition of the great Scandinavian sports. They have something to contribute to the American life, as skiing now has a place in our calendar of sports.” The article went on to praise these hearty people for also helping in the development of sulphite pulp and kraft paper in this city. So, the great Berlin Winter Carnivals that lasted for almost 60 years and attracted thousands upon thousands of spectators and developed great local skiers now got its beginning. For questions or comments, e-mail poof@ne.rr.com. Also, join the 900-plus fans of “Once Upon a Berlin Time” on Facebook and guess the weekly mystery picture of Berlin’s past.

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“I don’t see how there would be a difference if we just move the problem from one place to another,” he said. “If there’s a need then build the whole thing,” town engineer Paul DegliAngeli said, but don’t spend millions building a single section that funnels traffic from one problem spot to another. The DOT’s 10 year plan outlines a proposal to build the southern section around Conway village between 2015 and 2019, but it doesn’t say anything about when the central and northern sections that would route traffic around North Conway would get built. With the state’s current fiscal crisis, many people are concerned there won’t be enough money to finish once they get started. “Some people say if there’s that risk don’t build it,” Lyford said, but DOT commissioner George Campbell “feels we need the entire thing.” The best way to get the central and northern sections into the plan is to build the southern section, he said. But it’s Conway that will face the risks, Weathers said, if the other sections never materialize. The project is about more than just Conway, Lyford

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said. “Obviously Berlin and Gorham want to know if we only build the southern section what happens to them.” Berlin and Gorham see the project as key to redeveloping the economy. But while it would streamline one route to the North Country, not everyone in Conway is convinced it’ll make a difference. “What is the commercial necessity here?” town manager Earl Sires said. “What is the validity of the argument this is commercially and economically necessary?” The study won’t answer how many more vehicles will head north of the notches if all or part of the bypass is built, DOT traffic specialist Subramanian Sharma said, it examines how existing traffic patterns will change. But the need in the North Country has changed, Weathers said. Trucks use Route 2 and Interstate 93 to get to Berlin, and the major industrial consumers are gone. “It’s a $400 million speculative investment,” Sires said later at the selectman’s meeting. “The bypass has become an economic development Hail Mary for the North Country.” “It’s going to be very interesting to see what the models show,” Weathers said.

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She said she would simplify the graphic to be ready for the second budget hearing, scheduled for 7 p.m Thursday at the Middle High School Cafeteria so that the true tax impact will be clear— inasmuch as it can be calculated before the state weighs in with its numbers which it doesn’t do until later in the year. In any case, it appears that the local tax impact of the school budget in 2012 will be $13.52 per thousand in Gorham, $7.38 in Randolph and $8.09 in Shelburne. The numbers for 2011 were $11.28 in Gorham, $6.73 in Randolph, and $8.09 in Shelburne, according to Plourde’s chart. In other matters, SAU20 Superintendent Paul Bousquet provided board members with information about board membership confidentiality and proposed to supply board members with information about contracts under negotiation at least week before they would be required to take action. He also presented a document from Matt Saladino, answering all the questions raised about the MindFlight program at a previous board meeting. Since the person who raised the questions was not at the meeting, Saladino’s response will be forwarded to her and considered at a later board meeting. Bousquet also requested board members’ approval for a letter he had composed about the “formation of a cooperative (Alpine ski) team” with Berlin, to be sent to R. Patrick Corbin of the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association, outlining the structure which would give Berlin High School students a chance to participate in Alpine skiing via the Gorham Middle High School team. In general, the GRS Cooperative School District will fully fund the program, with Berlin School District parents paying a $500 fee per player if that player makes the team, allowing for fluctuation with need. The GRS Cooperative will continue to hire the coaching staff and administer the program. Transportation to and from practices would be provided for participating students by parents of those students while transportation to sanctioned contests would be provided via the GRS Cooperative system. Bousquet also explained that he is negotiating to improve the cost of health insurance. He asked the board’s sanction for him to act on the part of the board in these negotiations. The board approved.

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It appears that the local tax impact of the school budget in 2012 will be $13.52 per thousand in Gorham, $7.38 in Randolph and $8.09 in Shelburne. He also noted that he is writing a grant to engage a facilitator to bring people together to talk about how the schools in the area can cooperate. He cited a letter from Clare Fox as one of the spurs to get some kind of plan going to begin to work together as, Fox apparently put it in her letter, “so we don’t have to cut programs. Why not use the people we have, make it easier for people to work together.” Bousquet said he would keep the board informed on his progress in this direction and noted that Milan is revisiting its agreement with Berlin. In other matters, the board approved giving the old stage curtain and valance being replaced at the Ed Fenn School to the Town of Gorham for use in the new town hall. Maintenance/Transportation Director David Goyette noted in his report that in the old days, the Ed Fenn School averaged 20,000 gallons of oil per year, whereas for the 2009-2010 year, “we used approximately 13,555 gallons of oil for the year. The new roof insulation and the new windows made a big difference.” Goyette said the high school has not realized such major savings yet since it has been expected to “take up to a year to tweak and balance” the new heat panels and equipment. Nevertheless, this year the high school has saved approximately 1,000 gallons of oil. Lastly, the board’s legislative committee, headed by Paul Partenope, presented its exhaustive study of bills before the legislature with their recommendations for approval or disapproval. “I’m asking the board to act,” he said in his presentation. “A number of these bills are coming up next week. If you want to do something, you need to do it now.” After considerable discussion of several bills, Bruce Lary moved that the board go along with the recommendations of the committee, as presented, and the board approved. Partenope said he would forward the board’s opinion to the legislators.

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Test scores hold no surprises BY GAIL SCOTT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

SHELBURNE — At their February meeting Tuesday, members of the Gorham/Randolph/Shelburne Cooperative School Board received charts showing the New England Common Assessment Program scores for students at the Ed Fenn and the Gorham Middle High Schools and the SAT scores for high SUDOKU from page one

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school seniors and the few juniors who took the test. The scores appeared to show a certain consistency with the mean scores around the state for the same grades and subjects and improvement over the past two years, if any, in small increments, while seniors’ SAT scores were slightly above the state mean in mathematics (547 to see next page

two children: Julie, 17, and Christian, 13. Judson is also the managing director at the Princess Theatre and is working on a novel. She writes poetry, as well. She has always loved to read and study and write, she says. “I knew I wanted to be a writer since the second grade,” she says. She tells of a writing project her second grade class was assigned. She wrote about a visit to the hospital and “right then, I knew I loved writing,” she says. “It’s just fun.” Her family moved constantly during the years when most children are attending school. She attended 17 different schools. While she loved learning — math as well as reading — all the changes were overwhelming and she dropped out of high school. Since then, she has continued to read and learn on her own and passed her General Education Development test (GED), remarking that it was “easy.” “I just took the test,” she says. Her novel has been in the works for several years. She likes mysteries, thrillers. “When I finish my novel, that’s what it’s going to be,” she says, “something you can sink your teeth into and you won’t want to put down.” Meanwhile, with her first puzzle book on the market, she is learning about book distribution. While individuals can order the book from Xlibris, book stores can order her puzzle book through the Ingram Book Company of LaVergne, Tennessee, which is a wholesaler, she says.

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524) but below in critical reading (497 to 520) and writing: 481 to 510. Ed Fenn principal Karen Cloutier, in response to a question from board member Paul Partenope, said that “with accommodation” noted in the score column meant that some of the third graders taking the tests for the first time had help reading and comprehending the questions. However, she said, “We’ll find out in the spring (tests) whether we have made (necessary) progress (for the No Child Left Behind program). I would find it hard to believe we didn’t make it.” She noted that in the grade four tests a number of students moved from partially proficient to proficient in both math and reading. In other cases, where students had not progressed to a higher level, they were only one or two points from that goal. “It’s pretty promising,” she said. One of the board members noted with some alarm that of the 44 11th graders who took the math test, 14 were rated only “partially proficient” and 21 were rated “substantially below proficient.” Gorham Middle High School principal Keith Parent said that when the GMHS eleventh graders take the test, they have only taken algebra one and geometry, but “there are a lot of pre-calculus and algebra two questions” on the test, subjects that he implied they would tackle later than the test date. He also noted that ideally the students would have had their regular math teacher in the classroom, but a substitute had taken over for four weeks due to the math teacher’s pregnancy, implying that the change might have disturbed the students. “We have 14 weeks left,” said Parent. “Hopefully the students can make up lost ground.” Partenope again asked about the “accommodations” noted on the scores for the sixth and seventh grades. Parent answered “We broke them down into smaller groups. Some could have parts of (the test) read to them. It is part of the 504 plan to apply accommodations.” “The 504 plan refers to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, which specifies that no one with a disability can be excluded from participating in federally

funded programs or activities, including elementary, secondary or postsecondary schooling,” according to the “specialchildren.about.com” web site. In all, NECAP tests in reading and mathematics were given to grades three through eight and writing tests to students in grades five and eight, and reading, writing, and math to students in grade eleven. The tests were administered in October. In grade three, 38 students were tested in reading and math. In reading, five achieved level four (proficient with distinction); 27 achieved level three (proficient); five achieved level two (partially proficient); and one was noted substantially below proficient. In math, six were at level four; 24 were at level three; six at level two; and two at level one. In mean scale, reading scored 348 and math 347, the same as the mean scaled score for those disciplines in the third grade in the state. In grade four, 31 students were tested. In reading, six were at level four; 18 at level three; seven at level two; and none at level one. In math, one was at level four; twenty were at level three; eight at level two; and two at level one. The mean scaled scores respectively were 448 and 444. The state mean scaled scores were 449 and 447. In grade five, 28 students were tested. In reading, eight were at level four; sixteen were at level three; four were at level two; and none were at level one. In math, seven were at level four; 18 were at level three; three were at level two; and none were at level one. In writing, seven were at level four; 15 were at level three; six were at level two; and none were at level one. The mean scaled scores, respectively, were 550, 551, and 546. The state mean scores were 548, 546, and 543. In grade six, 35 students were tested. In reading, 12 were at level four; 17 were at level three; four were at level two; and two were at level one. In math, 14 were at level four; 14 were at level three; four were at level two; and three were at level one. The mean scaled scores, respectively, were 653 and 650. The state mean scores were 648 and 646. In grade seven, 36 students were tested. In reading, eight were at level four; 19 were at level three; six were at see SCORES page 13

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Tuesday, February 22 WIC Clinic: Beginning 1:30 p.m., CCFHS, 54 Willow St., Berlin. For appointment call 7524678 or 1-888-266-7942.

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Wednesday, February 23 WIC Clinic: Beginning 8:45 a.m., ST Paul’s Episcopal Church, Lancaster. For appointment call 752-4678 or 1-888-266-7942.

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Thursday, February 24 AVH Babysitting Course: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ,AVH lecture room. Registration fee i$20. Students must be 11 years of age or older to participate. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an AVH Certificate of Program Completion. Prompt registration encouraged.To register, call Koren Labrecque, administrative assistant, nursing administration, 326-5603.

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THURSDAY Boy Scout Pack 207: meets every Thursday at 6:30 in the St. Michael’s School cafeteria. Berlin-Gorham White Mountain Rotary Club: Meets every Thursday 730 to 830 a.m., Town & Country Inn Shelburne. FMI email info@whitemtrotary.org Senior Meals: Guardian Angel School, noon. Suggested donations for 60 and over $3; under 60 $6. All are welcome. (FMI 752-2545) Mt. Jefferson LDG. #103 I.O.O.F.: meets second and fourth Thursdays of month, 7 p.m., 701 Presidential Highway, Jefferson. FMI 1-802-892-6684 or 7230766. Gorham Public Library: Open M-F: 10am – 6pm; Saturdays: 10am – Noon. Children’s Story Time: Fridays, 1:30pm. The NH Downloadable Audio Book Program available to patrons, who are able to choose from a varied and extensive collection. FMI at 466-2525 or gorhampubliclibrary@ne.rr.com. AA Meeting: noon to 1 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 2 High St., Berlin. Berlin Knights of Columbus: Third and Fourth Degree meets on second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m., St. Anne’s lower hall, Berlin. Dinner served at 5:30 p.m. for members and guests from September to May. Shelburne Library Schedule: Thursdays - 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. U-Turn Youth Group: invites all youth ages 12 to 17 to join us on Thursday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Lots of fun, fellowship and just what you need to pick up your week. Call Steve at 752-5374 at Harvest Christian Fellowship, a Foursquare Church. Milan Public Library: Monday, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday’s 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous: 12 to 1 p.m., Discussion Meeting, St. Barnabas Church, corner of High and Main St., Berlin. Step Book Meeting, 7 to 8 p.m., Androscoggin Valley Hospital, Berlin. Exercise Classes: Berlin Senior Center, 610 Sullivan St., Berlin, 4 to 5 p.m. (FMI 752-2545) Pre-School Reading, Arts, Crafts Program: Errol Public Library, 10:30 a.m. To register, call Ann Bragg at 483-7720 or go to the library from 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday through Saturday. F. O. E. Eagles 1464: Meets first and third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. The Salvation Army Thursday Afterschool Programs: 3 – 3:30, snack and homework help; 3:30 – 4 Timbrels; 4 – 4:30 Sacred Dance; 4:30 – 5 Singing Company; Dinner; and Boys Adventure Corps and Sunbeams. For more information please call 7521644. Dummer Library Hours: 3 to 7 p.m. (FMI 449-0995, E-mail: dpl@ncia.net) Berlin and Coos County Historic Society Moffett House Museum: Open five 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. Serenity Steps: 567 Main Street. Berlin’s peer support center. Open Monday to Wednesday, noon to 5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, noon to 8 p.m. Offers a variety of support groups and activities to area’s mental health consumers. (FMI 752-8111) FRIDAY

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AA Meeting: Discussion Meeting, 12 to 1 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 2 High St., Berlin. Discussion Meeting,, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., AVH. 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. 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.

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by Abigail Van Buren

FAMILY CELEBRATIONS LEAVE HURT FEELINGS IN THEIR WAKE

DEAR ABBY: My family was invited to my cousin “Kirk’s” wedding -- a small affair for family and close friends only. My brother “Ryan” and his wife, “Dawn,” decided to schedule their daughter’s first birthday party on the same day and not attend the wedding. The birthday party was at 4; the wedding at 6. The locations were an hour apart. We attended the birthday celebration and left early to get to the wedding on time, as did Mom and Dad. As a gift, we chipped in to get Kirk and his bride, “Kallie,” an upgrade on their cruise cabin. They loved it. Ryan and Dawn contributed as well. The bridal couple asked that, since Ryan and Dawn didn’t attend, I thank them -- although they planned to send written formal thank-yous after their honeymoon. I called Ryan the next day to tell him Kirk and Kallie were appreciative, the wedding and reception were beautiful, and they were missed. Six weeks have passed and my brother and sister-in-law refuse to speak to me. I learned they felt the phone call I placed after the wedding was “inappropriate.” I was “throwing the wedding in their faces” and “had no right” to leave the birthday party. I apologized, but they still won’t talk to me, though they’re speaking to our parents. Ryan and I were inseparable as kids, but now what? -- HURT SIBLING IN MICHIGAN DEAR HURT SIBLING: Unless there is more to the estrangement than what you have written, the problem could be that your brother has displaced his anger at your parents for not staying at the birthday party and directed it solely at you because it’s “safer.” Is it wrong? Yes. Childish? Yes. Can you do anything more than you already have to fix it? Probably not. Your parents might take a moment to remind Ryan that

they also left to attend the wedding, and that it would have been better to schedule the festivities earlier so that everyone could have stayed longer. But if Ryan and Dawn choose to hold a grudge, nothing you can do will change that until they’re ready to let it go. DEAR ABBY: My sister “Mimi” died two years ago. Throughout her 40-year marriage she and her husband lived away from family and barely kept in touch, although we were close while growing up. Since her death, my husband and I have tried to keep in touch with her husband, “Clint.” The problem is, when I call him, all he talks about is the past, when we were all in school. That’s OK, but it invariably has some kind of sexual overtone -- about what I wore or did as a teen. I have tried redirecting the conversation to Mimi -- anything -- to no avail. Now I’m wondering if my sister kept Clint away from the family for a reason. He was always like this to a degree, but it was under more control when she was alive. What do I do when the conversation heads in this direction? I don’t want to lose contact with him and their children. -- UNCOMFORTABLE IN NEW MEXICO DEAR UNCOMFORTABLE: The next time it happens, tell Clint in plain English that he’s making you uncomfortable and tell him to quit dwelling on the past because it’s boring. If that doesn’t discourage him, call him only with your husband on another extension. And as to staying in contact with your sister’s children -- if their parents were married for 40 years, they are adults now. Contact them directly and let them know you care about them and want them to be a part of your lives because you are all family.

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

Doonesbury

by Gary Trudeau

For Rent

For Rent-Vacation

BERLIN: 1- 4 bedroom apts., $475- $750, includes heat, hot water, free moving truck, 723-3042.

FLORIDA Condo at Vero BeachOceanfront access available May through December. Call 603-965-6734.

BERLIN: apartments and houses for rent. 723-4970.

For Sale

BERLIN: One bedroom, 1st. floor, heat, h/w, included, parking, no pets, $525/mo. 752-3089, 340-0401.

AMAZING Beautiful queen or full pillow top mattress set only $249. See ad under “furniture”.

BERLIN: One bedroom, newly renovated, heat, h/w included, off street parking, $500/mo. references, security, 723-4473. FIRST floor 3 bedrooms, 170 High, some basement storage, heat, hot water $750/month. S/D. 752-5633. GORHAM, NH Furnished (optional) 1 bedroom $650/mo, heat and hot water included. Security deposit and references required. 1(800)944-2038. GORHAM - New fully furnished 2 BR, all appliances, TV, w/d, heat included. No smoking/pets 723-8854. GORHAM: 13 Exchange St, (white bldg w/ black trim) 1 br, second floor, h/ hw, fridge and stove, no w/d hookup, no pets. Sec. dep. needed. Call: 466-3378 (8am-4pm, M-F or leave a message). HEATED- 2 bedroom, spacious, sunny, w/d hookups, no pets, no smoking, 1st floor. Security, references, $665/mo. Available 3/1/11. Berlin. (603)343-7912. NEWLY remodeled, 1 bedroom, $450, hot water included, coin-op laundry on site, 603-234-9507 ask for Bruce. ROOMS for rent- Cable, wi-fi, laundry, parking, heat. All included. $65/wk, $250/mo. Mike (603)326-3071. SULLIVAN Street, 2nd. floor, 5 room, garage, heat and h/w, $700/mo. references and security, no pets 603-482-3939. THREE bedroom, heat, hot water, washer/ dryer, no pets, smokers, parking, security deposit, required, 752-7136.

$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 lines 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, NH 03570 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.

Animals

Announcement

AKC Labrador retriever puppies black, yellow, M/F, $700 www.stargazerlabradors.com. Great family or therapy dogs (603)986-4184.

THANKS life.

FREE cat to good home, no other pets or children. Call for more information, 466-5321.

2006 Dodge Caravan 51,800 miles, needs trany $6000 (603)449-2911.

Low Cost Spay/ Neuter

BUYING junk cars and trucks ME & NH. Call for price. Martin Towing. (603)305-4504.

Cats & dogs Rozzie May Animal Alliance 603-447-1373

WANTED German Shepherd dog. Please contact (603)449-2203.

Mom, for choosing

Autos

BUYING junk cars, local towing, reasonable rates. Roy's Towing 348-3403.

Antiques

Business Opportunities

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

NEED Extra Money? Start an Avon Business for $10. Call Debbie at 603-491-5359.

Announcement GOT a problem? Pray the Rosary!

Entertainment EXOTIC dancers for bachelor, birthday or no reason at all party. (603)236-9488. New talent welcome.

For Rent

2 great apts. available. Great Landlord. 3 bedroom, 1st and 2nd floor. Call H&R Block (603)752-2372.

BERLIN 1 & 2 bedroom apts. heat and hot water, w/d, hookups, application required, 603-752-3959.

$75 weekly, locking room. Shared owners residence. $100 “Mother-in-law” apartment. Secluded. Near downtown. 603-728-7415.

Are you working in the area and need a room for a night, week or by the month? Stay at a DuBee Our Guest Bed and Breakfast in Milan. Fully furnished including paper goods, full use of kitchen, wireless internet, Direct TV, barbecue grill, and cleaning service. $35 per night or $125/week. Owners have separate living quarters FMI call 603-449-2140 or 603-723-8722

BERLIN 2 bedroom, heat, hot water included, w/d hookups, HUD accepted. $525/mo 802-388-6904. BERLIN first floor studio apt. Heat/ elec. incl. $500/month. tel 603-723-5703. BERLIN- 2 bedroom, second floor apartment. Refrigerator, stove, heat, hot water, electricity, garage included. 259 Coos, $650/mo. Small pet okay. (207)571-4001. BERLIN- 2 BR all appliances w/d heat included Close to Dairy Bar. 723-8854. BERLIN: 1 bd apt. 220 Sweden St. 2nd floor. New kitchen & bath. Includes w/d, off street parking, garage stalls, heat & hot water. No smokers, no pets. $575/mo. plus security deposit. Landlord occupied. (603)752-6210, (603)723-4906.

BED- Orthopedic 11 inch thick super nice pillowtop mattress & box. 10 Yr. warranty, new-in-plastic. Cost $1,200, sell Queen-$299, Full-$270 King-$450. Can deliver. 235-1773 BEDROOM- 7-piece Solid cherry sleigh. Dresser/Mirror chest & night stand (all dovetail). New-in-boxes cost $2,200 Sell $895. 603-427-2001 CRAFTSMAN snowblower, 8hp. 26” cut. Used twice. $750/firm. 603-723-6300. Custom Glazed Kitchen Cabinets. Solid maple, never installed. May add/subtract to fit kitchen. Cost $6,000 sacrifice $1,750. 433-4665 JUNIOR cross country ski package. Alpina Touring 1000 JR non wax skis, Rottefella bindings, poles and boots. Great Shape. $60 Call (603)723-5219. LIKE new day/ trundle bed, white, decorative features, $150. Large carpeted cat tree $100. 752-5868. SNOWBOARDS, Skis, snowshoes, helmets all sizes used. Burton, Forum, Nitro, Boots, Bindings- cheap. (603)356-5885.

Furniture AMAZING! Queen or full mattress set. Beautiful Luxury firm European-pillow-top, new in plastic, costs $1,095, sell $249. Can deliver. 603-305-9763 SECTIONAL couch, good condi tion, $175/obo. Call 723-6975.

ARE YOU READY FOR A CHANGE? Enjoy the quality of life found in the Mt. Washington Valley while working in a progressive hospital that matches advanced medical technology with a compassionate approach to patient care. Join our team and see what a difference you can make! In addition to competitive salaries, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes health/dental, generous paid time off, matching savings plan, educational assistance and employee fitness program. We have the following openings:

• Physical Therapist- Per Diem. Min Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Previous inpatient exp pref. Current NH PT License and CPR Cert req. Wknd and Wkday cov. • RN- Full-time, 40 hr/wk with rotating call, OR exp, min 1 yr pref. ACLS, BLS & PALS with 3 months. • Clinical Coordinator- Full-Time. RN with Wound Care exp. Resp. to coordinate clinical activities of the Wound Care Center. Must have organizational and leadership skills. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing pref. Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS, infection control, safety and all unit required skill review. • LNA- Full-time - Provide care and activities of daily living multiple residents of the Merriman House. Experience and NH LNA license required. • Clinical Applications Support- Full-time. Support Ambulatory EMR System, RN with IT experience. Clinical Informatics Degree preferred. 5yrs recent ambulatory experience required. Clinical liaison between IT and the clinical practices. Office Assistant- Part-time, Responsible for all functions of the front desk, including answer telephone, photocopy medical records and filing. Previous medical office and coding experience preferred. Cook- Per diem, 3 years experience in food preparation and sanitation or equivalent combination of education and exp. Preferred. Serve Safe certified pref. High School Diploma or GED. Diabetes Nurse Educator- Full-time, Involves both individual and group instruction in Diabetes self-management skills. Responsible for the insulin pump/CGSM programs and assist with inpatient hyperglycemic protocols. Needs to be a self-starter and exp. In Diabetes Care/Education. Requirements include CDE, BSN and NH nursing license. Biller- Per Diem, Performs billing and collections functions of accounts with balances due from insurance companies. 2 yrs business college or specialized program preferred. Office and hospital exp pref. A completed Application is required to apply for all positions Website: www.memorialhospitalnh.org. Contact: Human Resources, Memorial Hospital, an EOE PO Box 5001, No. Conway, NH 03860. Phone: (603)356-5461 • Fax: (603)356-9121

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level two; and three were at level one. In math, twelve were at level four; 16 were at level three; four were at level two; and four were at level one. The respective mean scores were 748 and 749. The comparable state mean scores were 747 and 744. In grade eight, 38 students were tested. In reading, three were at level four; 26 were at level three; nine were at level two; none were at level one. In math, 11 were at level four; 20 were at level three; two were at level two; five were at level one. In writing, none were at level four; 18 were at level three; 18 were at level two; and two were at level one. The respective mean scaled scores were 846, 846, and 839. The comparable state scores were 850, 843, and 842. In grade 11, 44 students were tested. In reading, three were at level four; 27 were at level three; nine were at level two; five were at level one. In math, one was at level four; eight were at level three; 14 were at level two; 21 were at level one. In writing, none were at level four; 12 were at level three; 28 were at level two; and four were at level one. The respective mean scores were 1141, 1133, and 5.5. The comparable state mean scores were 1146, 1136, and 6.2 Twenty-two students took the SAT. The mean score in critical reading was 501, in math—545, in writing—489. The state mean scores for these categories, respectively, were 520, 524, and 510.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BERLIN POLICE –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– for operating without a valid license and taking without Monday, Jan. 31 owner’s consent. He was released on $1,000 personal 1:31 p.m.- Desiree Corbeil, 22, of Berlin, was recognizance bail and given an April 12 court date. issued a traffic citation for non-inspection. 5:58 p.m.- A woman reported the back window of 4:19 p.m.- A minor two vehicle accident was her truck had been broken. reported on Glen Avenue. No one was injured. 9:20 p.m.- A man complained that his Social Secu8:17 p.m.- A caller reported his wife encountered rity number was illegally given out by the power someone looking for an open business, and there company because he owes them $212 and it was was a subject in the vehicle with a mask on, and she being passed over to a collection’s agency. thought it was suspicious. Tuesday, Feb. 1 12:03 a.m.- A woman complained someone was pounding on the door of her niece and nephew’s apartment, and wanted it to stop. Police responded and it was one of the residents trying to get into the apartment. 7:02 a.m.- A chimney fire was reported on Glen Avenue. The fire department responded and extinguished the fire. 11:01 a.m.- A caller reported hitting a parked car at Cross Machine Shop. There was only minor damage to the vehicles involved. 1:38 p.m.- A woman reported her television, Playstation and laptop were stolen from her residence. 2:46 p.m.- Police responded to an accident on Bridge Street and subsequently arrested a Gorham man. Michael Martinez, 18, of Gorham, was arrested

Help Wanted

Services

PART-TIME: Peer support worker. Must have personal experience with mental illness, clean driving record a plus. Serenity steps. 752-8111.

A Plus Roof Shoveling. Plowing, interior, exterior clean ups, home maintenance. Very reasonable. Rob, (603)203-1816.

HIRING a Mover? Be careful of “unlicensed” movers. Movers are regulated by both Federal and State agencies. Before hiring a mover, ask for their NH PUC #, their DOT #, and copies of their liability, cargo, and Workman’s Comp insurance. Protect yourself and your possessions. Hire an experienced, certified mover. For more information, go to www.doj.nh.gov/consumer/sour cebook/moving.html or www.protectyourmove.gov.

TIM'S CARPENTRY All phases, kitchens, bathrooms, sheetwork, painting, wall papering, masonary and more. Free estimates, insured. 466-5933, 915-6216.

Motorcycles BUY • SELL • T RADE www.motoworks.biz

(603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH.

HYPNOSIS for habit change, stress, regression. Michael Hathaway, DCH, certified hypnotherapist. Madison 367-8851. HANDYMAN services, snowplowing, roof shoveling, home maintenance, carpentry, painting, etc. call 915-0755.

Real Estate

MOWER MEDIC

HOUSE for sale/ rent in Gorham. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. FMI (603)723-7280.

repairing throwers, mowers, blowers, augers, tillers, trimmers, chainsaws, etc. Here, there, anywhere. 723-7103.

ROOF shoveling, walkways, driveways, 915-6799 or 723-0074. ROOF snow removal. Call Mike (603)915-0221. Fully insured. SHOVELING roofs, patios, decks and sheds. Full clean up. Best prices. Joe (603)348-1894. SNOW removal, roofs only, please call 752-6881.

TECHPROS- COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE

16+ years experience! On-site computer repair, upgrades, wireless setup, virus removal, & more! (603)723-0918 www.TechProsNH.com

Snowmobiles 1989 Arctic Cat Cougar snowmobile and snobird 2-place trailer, best offer, 603-752-4015. 2002 Ski-Doo MXZX-440, race sled, $2500, 603-326-3263.

Wanted WANTED used skis & snowboards for trade in on new gear. Call Boarder Patrol (603)356-5885.

Wanted To Buy BUYING junk cars/ trucks, heavy equip- farm mach., scrap iron. Call 636-1667 days, 636-1304 evenings. WE Buy Gold & Silver Jewelry any condition. Best prices around. Trust your local jeweler. Greetings Jewelers, 752-1520.

Part-Time Respite Provider A Homecare Provider is seeking people to provide awake overnight support for a male individual in a private home setting. Responsibilities will include monitoring and direct supervision throughout the night. Training will be provided to meet state requirements. Applicants must possess a valid NH driver’s license, auto insurance and will be asked to complete criminal and driver’s background checks. Applications are available at The Community Services Center c/o Cindy Lapointe, 69 Willard St. Berlin, NH 03570 or you may call for more information at (603)752-1005. E.O.E.

FULL-TIME COMMUNITY INTEGRATOR POSITION The Community Services Center is accepting applications from individuals, who are motivated and interested in supporting an older gentleman to work, volunteer and help him in activities that he has an interest in, such as woodworking, house repair, maintenance, fishing and exploring other hobbies. Applicants must enjoy working with people; have a HS diploma, a reliable vehicle, driver’s license, good driving record, car insurance, and no criminal record. This position requires self-motivation, good interpersonal, effective communication skills, and a willing to work flexible hours. Application and inquiries need to be directed to: Denise Gagnon, Program Director, Community Services Center, 69 Willard St. Berlin, NH 03570 (603)752-1005. EOE

Wednesday, Feb. 2 8:27 a.m.- A caller reported there were BB holes in a window at the former JC Penney building. The owners were contacted and advised to board up the broken window. 9:20 a.m.- A woman reported someone was trying to break into her garage. Police responded and the man said he was trying to get a cat that had been hit by a car. 2:46 p.m.- A woman reported her truck was hit while she was parked at the IGA Foodliner on Glen Avenue. 2:50 p.m.- Nicholas Dunham, 19, of Berlin, was arrested on an electronic bench warrant out of Ossippee. He was released on $300 cash bail and a court date has not yet been set. 6:43 p.m.- A truck hit the porch of a Glen Avenue residence, and police subsequently arrested two people. Paul Viens, III, 16, of Berlin, was arrested for unlawful possession of alcohol and driving or operating under the influence of drugs or liquor. He was released on $500 P.R. bail and given a March 22 court date. Benjamin Gagne, 16, of Milan, was arrested for unlawful possession of alcohol. He was released on $500 P.R. bail and given a March 22 court date. Thursday, Feb. 3 11:33 a.m.- A minor two vehicle accident was reported on Glen Avenue. 1:46 p.m.- A man reported tools and a hand gun stolen, but it had previously been reported and is under investigation. 5:25 p.m.- A man reported his passenger side mirror had been hit while parked on East Mason Street. Friday, Feb. 4 12:05 a.m.- Tina Edwards, 45, of Berlin, was issued a traffic citation for non-inspection. 12:05 a.m.- Merissa Couture, 23, of Berlin, was issued a traffic citation for misuse of plates. 12:15 p.m.- A woman reported her tires were slashed. 2:46 p.m.- A minor two vehicle accident was reported on Pleasant Street. 4:10 p.m.- Pamela Beaulieau, 34, of Berlin, was arrested on warrants for simple assault and breach of bail conditions. She was released on $500 cash bail and given an April 19 court date. 4:30 p.m.- A minor two vehicle accident was reported on Glen Avenue. 10:55 p.m.- A caller reported seeing a man acting strangely in the parking lot of Northway Bank parking lot. Police responded but didn’t find anyone in the area. Saturday, Feb. 5 6:09 a.m.- A woman reported her husband was out of control. Police assisted the woman in getting a restraining order. 11:17 a.m.- A male subject spit in the face of another man at Dunkin Donuts. 11:24 a.m.- Police received a report of a possible restraining order violation. The incident is under investigation. 12:33 p.m.- An iPod was reported stolen at the junior high. 1:23 p.m.- A caller reported someone was stealing tires from a trailer on Jericho Road. 2:44 p.m.- A fight was reported at the Big Apple. No one was in the area when police arrived. 3:57 p.m.- A trailer was reported stolen. Sunday, Feb. 6 12:31 p.m.- A minor two vehicle accident was reported on State Street. 1:14 p.m.- A caller reported inquired about an accident that occurred a few days earlier.

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Mounties have their hands full with the Bears BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

BERLIN -- Playing for the second night in a row, the Berlin Mountaineers had their hands full fighting off a very game group of Bears, defeating Newfound 64-53 in a boy’s Division III basketball game in Berlin Monday. Berlin got off to a sound start in the first quarter. Zach Bacon and Jeremy Michalik scored five points each to give the Mounties a 16-11 lead. For the Bears, Kerry Mattson’s five and Matt Haskell’s four points kept the visitors within striking distance. In the second quarter, things changed dramatically for Berlin. “In the first half we did not find people to box out, we stood and ball watched,” said Picard. “Haskell hurt us on the glass. When we don’t rebound we can’t get out and run, it’s that simple.” The Berlin offense sputtered generating just three single hoops from three different players. For the visitors Mattson seven points and Kyle Albert three points gave Newfound a 23-22 halftime lead. “In some regards, it was good to be down at the half, to experience that,” said the Mountie mentor. “We spoke about four games in six days and how nobody really cares. It’s about what you do right now that is important. Fatigue is defeated by mental toughness, which for us is defined by boxing out every trip, making free throws, sprinting back on defense when you are tired. We only got to the line twice in the first half, so that wasn’t a factor, but we didn’t do the other two things every time we had the opportunity.” The Berlin boys are not undefeated during the regular season for nothing. The Mounties came out rolling in the third quarter, out-pointing Newfound 20-7 to take a 42-30 lead. Curtis Arsenault scored nine points, team mates Michalik and Tyler Baillargeon had four each, and sophomore Dimitri Giannos netted three markers to lead the offense. Four different players scored for the Bears in the third quarter. “In the second half, we played with the energy and intensity level that is expected,” said the head coach. “In particular, the third quarter was an excellent response by these kids after being down at the half . We moved the feet on defense, we boxed out, created turnovers, and got out in transition.” The fourth quarter turned into a track meet as Newfound did everything they could to try and climb back into the game. The Bears out scored Berlin 23-22 in the fourth quarter. Top point getters for Berlin in the last period were Arsenault at ten and Michalik six. For the Newfound team it was Ryan O’Connor 12 points, Jamal Brito six, and Mattson adding five. “In the fourth quarter, we didn’t play 8 minutes like we did in the third quarter,” said the Mountie skipper. “What does that mean? It means that some people are going to say, (wow, you guys are 13-0, you’re great). In reality, it means we are still quite a ways away from where we need to be, and we cannot be satisfied. We had an opportunity in that game to push the lead to 19. We had a miss, then didn’t sprint back on defense, they hit a 3 and it’s a 14 point game and they have momentum. A five point swing if it is a single digit lead or tie game is a huge swing. We can’t have those kinds of let downs. Those are good learning points, and things we can go back to as reminders. This is a smart group and a very competitive group of players. They will learn and make the appropriate adjustments to their game.” For the game, Newfound shot 23-57 from the floor and 3-7 from the free throw line. Mattson had 19 points and O’Connor netted 16 points. Berlin shot 25-51 from the floor and connected on 11-17 free throws. Arsenault 23 and Michalik 17 paced the Berlin offense. The (14-0) Berlin boys travel to Gilford on Friday night.

Recent hoop action on the local hardwood.

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Huskies’ defense slows down Patriots 33-20 BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

GORHAM -- The Gorham girl’s basketball team out-scored Profile 22-8 in the second half and went on to defeat the Patriots 33-20 in Gorham before a large and loud crowd Friday night. The Gorham girls were looking for a little revenge after falling to the Patriots in Bethlehem 28-17 a few weeks earlier. “We needed to put some pressure on their ballhandlers,” said Huskie assistant coach Pete Girouard. “We went to a full court man-to-man defense to apply that pressure. We did too much reaching in the first half and that allowed them to get to the foul line.” Profile shot six for seven from the foul line in the second quarter and took a 12-11 lead into the locker room with them. Profile guard Cher Christnact had eight of her team’s points, going four for four from the charity stripe. The Huskies got scoring from five different players in the first half. “We needed to make some minor adjustments at halftime,” said Girouard. “We needed to stop fouling and start hitting some of our shots.” The Gorham girls did just that, getting the Patriots to turn over the basketball. Gorham had taken a two point lead 19-17 with under 20 seconds to play on the five points scored in the quarter from freshman Ella Montminy. A turnover near mid court got Gorham the ball with just seconds before the end of the period. The Huskies found an open Val King from NBA three point range. King squared up and never gave it a second thought. The high arcing bomb hit nothing but the bottom of the net, sending the Huskie faithful into a loud cheer and more

importantly a 22-17 Gorham edge. “Val’s shot was huge,” said Gorham head coach Jean LeBlanc. “It really gave our team a charge of energy heading into the final quarter.” The Gorham girls played with poise in the final quarter. They were able to work the ball around the perimeter, forcing the Patriots out of their 2-3 zone and into a man-to-man defense. Gorham out scored Profile 11-3 in the final period to win pulling away 33-20. Again on the offensive side of things, it was five different Huskies that hit the scoring column in the fourth qarter, led by Montminy’s three points. Olivia Cunningham had the lone basket for the Patriots in the final quarter. For the game, the visitors had just six hoops and shot 8-14 from the foul line. Christnact had nine markers for the Patriots. Gorham had 12 buckets from the field, two coming from behind the three point arc. The Lady Huskies shot seven for fourteen from the foul line. Montminy led all scorers with eleven points, King was next at five points. The Gorham girls will enjoy their next four games on their home floor. The Huskies play host to a very tough 11-1 Moultonborough team on Tuesday night and take on the Pittsburg Panthers on Friday. GHS 04 07 11 11--33 PHS 04 08 05 03--20 Huskies (33)- Montminy 4-2-11, Currier, Stewart 2-0-4, Gorham 0-1-1, Vaillancourt-Locke 2-0-4, Holmes 1-0-2, King 1-2-5, Bisson 1-1-3, Boisselle 1-1-3, Carlisle. Patriots (20)- Eyeman 1-0-2, Christnact 2-5-9, Compo 2-1-5, Austin 0-2-2, Dickinson, Cunningham 1-0-2, Wessels.

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Big fourth quarter pushes Mounties past Tornadoes 57-49 BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

The Berlin boys basketball team overcame a late deficit and went on to defeat the Gilford Golden Tornadoes 57-49, in a game Friday. The Mounties got off to good start, leading 17-8 at the end of the first quarter. Berlin’s Jeremy Michalik and Curtis Arsenault netted seven points each. For Gilford, Bean and Sykie had four points each. Gilford played better in the second quarter and reduced their deficit to 24-20. The Mounties had four different scorers in the period, the Eagles were led by McGonagle netting five markers and Sykie adding three more. “We had a very good first quarter, playing defense, boxing out, and getting out on the break,” said Berlin coach Don Picard. “The second quarter felt like we said “it’s going to be

Coulombe sparks Lady Huskies to 52-27 victory BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

GORHAM -- Senior Mallory Coulombe returned to the Huskie line-up after being sidelined with a bad ankle, and sparked her team to a 52-27 victory over the Linwood Lumberjacks in Gorham Wednesday. “I couldn’t be happier for Mallory,” said Gorham mentor Jean LeBlanc. “Mal had turned her ankle and missed a few games. She always goes out and gives 100 percent. In the Webster dictionary under teammate, you will find the name Mallory Coulombe. We had been struggling to get a good flow all game. Mal just went all out and seemed to be all over the floor. She made plays at both ends of the floor scoring four hoops and playing her basketball of her career. She got the crowd and her team so pumped, it was a time I’m sure she won’t forget.” Foul shooting woes reared an ugly head again for Gorham. Several missed foul shots kept the Lady Lumberjacks in the game. By half time, Gorham held a 22-15 advantage. Linwood’s Lynn Tilden had five points for her team, while Huskie freshman Ella Montminy matched Tilden’s total. The third quarter had the Huskies out score Linwood only 8-6 to lead 30-21 after three period. Three different Jacks scored for the visitors. Senior captain Alicia Vaillancourt-Locke had four points for the home team. The fourth quarter had Gorham with their most productive of the season, by scoring 22 points to Linwood’s six. “Both Mallory and Jaimie Bisson had been sidelined for the last couple weeks,” said LeBlanc. “We stressed that we wanted to get the ball inside to Jaimie and have her work the interior. The girls did a great job doing that. While we started doing that, it opened things up for Mal on the baseline. She knocked down her shots and the gym just came alive. We took better care of the ball and the girls finally put together a quarter that they can build off of.” For the game, Linwood hit on eleven shots from the floor and shot 6-9 from the foul line. Brittani Sousa had eleven points for Linwood. Gorham converted on 21 shots from the floor and struggled shooting 7-21 from the free throw line. Coulombe led the way netting eleven points. Montminy chipped in with another eight markers. The (7-9) Huskies will host the highly regarded Moultonborough Panthers on senior night Friday. Gorham will close out the regular season next Friday at Colebrook. Lumberjacks (27)- Berreondo 2-0-4, Sousa 4-3-11, Tilden 2-2-6, Blaisdell 1-0-2, Fadden 1-0-2, Osgood 1-0-2. Huskies (52)- Coulombe 5-1-11, Montminy 3-0-8, Kenison 1-0-3, Currier, Stewart 1-1-3, Gorham, Vaillancourt-Locke 3-0-6, Holmes 2-0-4, Gagne, King 1-0-2, Bisson 2-2-6, Carlisle 1-2-5, Boisselle 2-1-5.

an easy game”. All of a sudden, it’s a four point game at the half.” The home town Eagles put together a good third quarter and took control of the game 40-36. Berlin’s offense was led by Jake Drouin’s seven points. Gilford’s Bean seven and Prescott five points, pushed the Tornadoes into the lead. “In the third quarter, we didn’t deny Bean the ball and he hit two quick shots to start the second half,” said Picard. “Our defense wasn’t there - another bad lapse that we cannot afford, we gave up 20 points in the third quarter.” Berlin did show up in the final quarter, scoring 21 points and keeping the Golden Eagles to single digits and winning by a score of 57-49. “I wasn’t pleased how we got to be down 4 points in the last three minutes of the game, but in the larger scheme of things - it was good to have to experienced that type of pressure late in a game,” Picard continued.

“We needed stops and got them. “We needed to execute on offense and we got great looks inside and going to the rim. For the first 13 minutes of the second half we settled for jump shots. The game is about layups and free throws and we got to the rim going down the stretch. I was pleased how the team responded to that type of pressure.” For Berlin, Drouin, Michalik, and Arsenault scored six points each in the final score. (team 7-9 FT’s) On the Gilford side, Dean 5 and McGonagle 4 points led the offense. The Tornadoes shot 21-51 from the floor and 6-10 from the foul line. Bean scored 11 markers and Dean nine points for the home team. The Mounties were 20-49 from the floor and netted but one three pointer. Berlin was 16-27 from the foul line. Michalik led all point getters at 15. Drouin 13 and team mates Arsenault and Sam Aldrich 12 points chipped in to the offense.

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