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Shaheen tours Gorham Paper and Tissue

BY BARBARA TETREAULT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

GORHAM – In her first visit to the Gorham Paper and Tissue mill since its re-opening last spring, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen viewed the building under construction for the mill’s the new tissue machine and received an update on the local operation.

Plant Manager Willis Blevins reported the three machines at the mill are running more than ever with about 185 workers on payroll Thursday. In September, the company hopes to have its new tissue machine installed and operating.

Dick Arnold, president of both the Gorham mill and Old Town Fuel and Fiber in Maine, said the erection of the tissue machine will start at the end of this month. In early May, the 65-ton, 16-foot high Yankee Dryer – the biggest component of the machine - will arrive on

site. Other pieces are being shipped and will be arriving on-site through the end of June.

Arnold placed the tissue project cost at $35 million but added that the company is hoping to do it for less than that figure. By getting the machine up and running this fall, he said Patriarch Partners, the owner of the two mills, is hoping to get into the market before new capacity comes on-line in the United State and abroad.

Arnold explained that demand for tissue products such as bathroom tissue, napkins, and paper towels have continued to grow even during the recession. Worldwide demand is growing at four percent annually while demand in the U.S. is about two percent. That growth is expected to continue which Arnold said will allow new capacity to come on line to fill the void. With other see SHAHEEN page 5

U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen looks at construction underway at the Gorham Paper and Tissue mill for a new tissue machine expected to be operating this September. Mill General Manager Willis Blevins took the senator on a tour of the mill last Thursday (BARBARA TETREAULT PHOTO).

WIST introduces young Shaheen fields a variety of women to jobs in science questions at town hall meeting

BY BARBARA TETREAULT

BY GAIL SCOTT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

BERLIN—About 90 young women—students at middle and high schools in the Berlin area— heard about the myriad possibilities there are in science fields at a Women In Science and Technology Forum at the White Mountain Community College in Berlin Friday.

But that’s not all. They also got some good advice about dealing with adversity and the news that they will not be alone as they follow their aspirations in technical fields.

“It was a great opportunity,” said Cheyene DeBlois, of Groveton, who wants to be a veterinarian. “I’ve learned a lot.”

“Like about not giving up, to go for it,” said Brianna Boisselle, also of Groveton, who wants to be a veterinarian, too.

“And finding out there’s a lot of support out there,” said Krasila

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Dorr, of Groveton, who aspires to become a doctor. “It’s really cool.

They barely know us, but they’re still supportive.”

Gorham eighth graders Taylor Fortin, Josie Adams, Lacey Poirier and Janessa Corrigan were all surprised that they were intrigued by the sound of engineering as a profession, while Gorham upper classwomen were intrigued with veterinary, forensic, and fishery science.

“I like to solve things, said Lily Keenan, who was most interested in forensic science, as was Katie Gagne.

Alexis Marcou is confident that she wants to be a veterinarian. She said her family had encouraged the thought of medicine and as a veterinarian, she could be the head of her own clinic.

“I want to be the one in charge,” see WIST page 10

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BERLIN – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen fielded questions about jobs, the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge, federal flood mapping, the high price of gas, and same sex marriage during a town hall meeting she hosted Thursday night.

About 150 people turned out for the meeting at White Mountains Community College. The event capped a day that saw the senator tour the Gorham Paper

and Tissue mill in Gorham and meet with the federal prison Talent Team.

In his introduction of Shaheen, Berlin Mayor Paul Grenier said the region is at the beginning of a significant renaissance, citing the new tissue machine being installed at the mill, the construction of the Burgess BioPower biomass plant, and the opening of the federal prison. He praised Shaheen for her efforts to help the region, during her see QUESTIONS page 7

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The Iceberg was only part of it

(NY Times) — What doomed the Titanic is well known, at least in outline. On a moonless night in the North Atlantic, the liner hit an iceberg and disaster ensued, with 1,500 lives lost.

Now, a century after the liner went down in the early hours of April 15, 1912, two new studies argue that rare states of nature played major roles in the catastrophe.

The first says Earth’s nearness to the Moon and the Sun — a proximity not matched in more than 1,000 years — resulted in record tides that help explain why the Titanic encountered so much ice, including the fatal iceberg.

And a second, put forward

by Tim Maltin, a Titanic historian from Britain in his new book, “Titanic: A Very Deceiving Night,” contends that the icy waters created ideal conditions for an unusual type of mirage that hid icebergs from lookouts and confused a nearby ship as to the liner’s identity, delaying rescue efforts for hours.

Scholars of the Titanic, as well as scientists, are debating the new theories. Some question whether natural factors can outweigh the significance of ineptitude. Others find the mirage explanation plausible — but only in limited scenarios. Over all, though, many experts are applauding the fresh perspectives.

“It’s important new information that can help explain some of the old mysteries,” said George M. Behe, author of “On Board R.M.S. Titanic.”

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Turkey: Syria killed refugees on its side of border ANKARA, Turkey (NY Times) — Prospects for a peaceful solution to Syria’s conflict on the eve of a cease-fire deadline appeared to diminish further Monday as Turkish officials accused the Syrian military of shooting at Syrian refugees inside Turkey for the first time, and a senior Foreign Ministry official said the cease-fire plan was void.

The Turks said Syrian army shooters attacked a group of Syrian civilians who were crossing the border at Kilis, Turkey,

seeking sanctuary in a large refugee camp there; at least 23 people were wounded, and two of them later died. Turkish Foreign Ministry officials also said the Syrian shooters hit at least four people inside the camp — two Syrian refugees, a Turkish policeman and a Turkish translator — who had sought to help the group fleeing across the border. Their condition was not clear.

Syria’s ranking diplomats in Ankara were summoned to the Foreign Ministry and

informed of “Turkey’s irritation about the incident in a harsh tone,” said one Foreign Ministry official who spoke on condition of anonymity because of his diplomatic position.

There was no immediate response from Syria. If the Turkish account of is confirmed, the events would be the first time since Turkish authorities began sheltering Syrian refugees in the 13-month-old conflict that the Syrian military had fired at targets inside Turkey.

Grand Jury won’t be Convened Federal funds to train in Florida teenager’s killing the jobless are drying up (NY Times) — The special prosecutor appointed to investigate the killing of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin said Monday that she had decided not to convene a grand jury in the case, which incited protests nationwide after the local authorities in Sanford, Fla., decided not to pursue charges against the crime watch volunteer who shot the unarmed teenager.

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said in a statement that her decision “should not be considered a factor in the final determination of the case.”

Corey had previously said that summoning a grand jury might not be necessary, so the move was not entirely unexpected.

Last month, State Attorney Norm Wolfinger, the previous prosecutor in the case, had directed the grand jury to convene to hear evidence starting on Tuesday. But Wolfinger, who usually handles cases in Sanford, recused himself after public outcries about the pace of the investigation.

(NY Times) — With the economy slowly reviving, an executive from Atlas Van Lines recently visited Louisville, Ky., with good news: the company wanted to hire more than 100 truck drivers ahead of the summer moving season.

But a usually reliable source of workers, the local government-financed job center, could offer little help, because the federal money that local officials had designated to help train drivers was already exhausted. Without the government assistance, many of the people who would be interested in applying for the driving jobs could not afford the $4,000 classes to obtain commercial driver’s licenses. Now Atlas is struggling to find eligible drivers.

Across the country, work force centers that assist the unemployed are being asked to do more with less as federal funds dwindle for job training and related services.

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Gas prices rise to $4 in some towns BOW — Gas prices have increased 6 cents in the past week, rising to $4 or more in some New Hampshire towns.

The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gas in New Hampshire is $3.85.

“The pennies add up,” said driver Caitlyn Ladd. “Whether it’s a couple cents, it all adds up eventually.”

A Mobil station right off the interstate in Bow was charging $4.09, but gas could be found for 25 cents per gallon less around the corner.

But the high prices seemed like a bargain for some. Kofi Yevoah, of Quebec, said gas costs about $1.49 per liter in Canada, equivalent to about $5.60 per gallon in U.S. dollars.

“Sometimes I will just put in a quarter tank of gas and then wait until I cross the border,” Yevoah said. “Then,

I will put more gas into it.”

Tracy Massel, also driving from Quebec, said she tries to avoid driving when she’s home.

“I take the bus into work, so I don’t usually drive my car during the week, so this is a treat for me,” she said.

“Buses aren’t an option for truckers, who make a living driving.

“Diesel fuel is really killing us right now,” said truck driver Pete Osborne.

Osborne owns his own truck and said one fill-up costs $400. He said he has had to turn down jobs because of the price.

“Unless you are loading both ways, it’s just not worth it,” he said.

Analysts said prices could rise to $4.25 in New Hampshire by Memorial Day. —Courtesy of WMUR

Easter service rocks Verizon Wireless Arena

BY SAM BONACCI THE UNION LEADER

An enthusiastic crowd estimated at 5,641 gathered Sunday at the Verizon Wireless Arena for Manchester Christian Church’s Easter service.

“I just wanted to see what God is doing here. When you get a couple thousand people in a stadium in New Hampshire, something is going on,” said Tim Albert, who was visiting from Boston.

The church began in a storefront in Manchester in 1961, and now has 2,400 attendees at four regular Sunday services at its Wellington Road campus.

“Living things grow. If it’s alive, it grows,” said Senior Pastor Bo Chancey.

“If the church is alive, it will grow.”

Having the church’s Easter service at the arena was the only way to gather the entire congregation in one place.

“It brings everyone together,” said Barry Lewandowski, director of communications for the church, noting that seven services were needed at Christmas. “Easter is one of those messages that is that important that you want to create an area and a place where so many can hear the good news and be welcomed.”

Paul Sanford, who held the door for those entering the service at the arena, has attended the church for 13 years.

“You can feel the heart of every individual inside. It becomes a community once you are in there,” said Sanford.

His wife Lynda, whom he met at Manchester Christian Church, sec-

onded his enthusiasm for the connections among church members.

“People here have become our family,” she said.

Church member Corey Cyr said that his daughter, Isabella, was especially looking forward to the service.

“She has been excited for weeks,” he said. “She is 5 now. The imprint that this will leave could last almost a lifetime.”

Jordan Elliot, who grew up in Louisville, Ky., was attending the service while visiting a friend for the weekend. He said he was raised around large churches.

“I’m definitely excited to see what is going on here,” said Elliot. “Obviously Easter is awesome. Especially for a follower of Christ ... being around a group of believers is encouraging and it is important.”

Holding the service at the Verizon Wireless Arena was a natural way to reach out to the public, Chancey said.

Easter is one of those holidays, like Christmas, where those that do not regularly attend church will seek out a service, he said.

“It’s an opportunity where people are open to go to church and hear the story of Jesus and think about it,” he said. “It’s another one of those benchmark moments. It’s a great thing to celebrate. For many people, this will be a new day and a new start.”

Chancey said he was encouraged by the turnout and looking forward to even more people attending in years to come.

“We would like to be able to be here often,” he said.

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Berlin High FCCLA announces ‘Nook’ winner To the editor: On March 27, the winner of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, (FCCLA) raffle was drawn by Principal Gary Bisson. The winner was Kris Roberge of Berlin.

Thank you to everyone that supported this raffle, the money raised was for the National Outreach Proj-

ect, “Share Our Strength”.

This project is to end childhood hunger. Berlin High FCCLA wishes to thank the area community for continually supporting their organization through their many projects and fundraisers.

Elaine Connary Linda Lafleur FCCLA Advisors

Thanks for making our raffle so successful To the editor: On behalf of the graduating students of the nursing program at White Mountain Community College, we would like to thank you for your local merchants and community members’ contributions to our raffle fundraiser. We were amazed at the contributions of so many local businesses, and community members, enabling us to successfully reach our goal towards funding our tradi-

tional pinning ceremony.

Our pinning ceremony and graduation will take place on May 18. We hope as future nurses in the community we will be able to repay the generosity that has been shown to us.

Again, thank you, much of our planning for the ceremony in May would not have been possible without your support.

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By Paul Krugman The New York Times

The Gullible Center

So, can we talk about the Paul Ryan phenomenon?

And yes, I mean the phenomenon, not the man. Mr. Ryan, the chairman of the House Budget Committee and the principal author of the last two Congressional Republican budget proposals, isn’t especially interesting.

He’s a garden-variety modern G.O.P. extremist, an Ayn Rand devotee who believes that the answer to all problems is to cut taxes on the rich and slash benefits for the poor and middle class.

No, what’s interesting is the cult that has grown up around Mr. Ryan — and in particular the way self-proclaimed centrists elevated him into an icon of fiscal responsibility, and even now can’t seem to let go of their fantasy.

The Ryan cult was very much on display last week, after President Obama said the obvious: the latest Republican budget proposal, a proposal that Mitt Romney has avidly embraced, is a “Trojan horse” — that is, it is essentially a fraud. “Disguised as deficit reduction plans, it is really an attempt to impose a radical vision on our country.”

The reaction from many commentators was a howl of outrage. The president was being rude; he was being partisan; he was being a big meanie. Yet what he said about the Ryan proposal was completely accurate.

Actually, there are many problems with that proposal. But you can get the gist if you understand two numbers: $4.6 trillion and 14 million.

Of these, $4.6 trillion is the revenue cost over the next decade of the tax cuts embodied in the plan, as estimated by the nonpartisan Tax Policy Center. These cuts — which are, by the way, cuts over and above those involved in making the Bush tax cuts permanent — would disproportionately benefit the wealthy, with the average member of the top 1 percent receiving a tax break of $238,000 a year.

Mr. Ryan insists that despite these tax cuts his proposal is “revenue neutral,” that he would make up for the lost revenue by closing loopholes. But he has refused to specify a single loophole he would close. And if we assess the proposal without his secret (and probably nonexistent) plan to raise revenue, it turns out to involve running bigger deficits than we would run under the Obama administration’s proposals.

Meanwhile, 14 million is a minimum estimate of the number of Americans who would lose health insurance under Mr. Ryan’s proposed cuts in Medicaid; estimates by the Urban Institute actually put the number at

between 14 million and 27 million.

So the proposal is exactly as President Obama described it: a proposal to deny health care (and many other essentials) to millions of Americans, while lavishing tax cuts on corporations and the wealthy — all while failing to reduce the budget deficit, unless you believe in Mr. Ryan’s secret revenue sauce. So why are centrists rising to Mr. Ryan’s defense?

Well, ask yourself the following: What does it mean to be a centrist, anyway?

It could mean supporting politicians who actually are relatively nonideological, who are willing, for example, to seek Democratic support for health reforms originally devised

by Republicans, to support deficit-reduction plans that rely on both spending cuts and revenue increases. And by that standard, centrists should be lavishing praise on the leading politician who best fits that description — a fellow named Barack Obama.

But the “centrists” who weigh in on policy debates are playing a different game. Their self-image, and to a large extent their professional selling point, depends on posing as high-minded types standing between the partisan extremes, bringing together reasonable people from both parties — even if these reasonable people don’t actually exist. And this leaves them unable either to admit how moderate Mr. Obama is or to acknowledge the more or less universal extremism of his opponents on the right.

Enter Mr. Ryan, an ordinary G.O.P. extremist, but a mild-mannered one. The “centrists” needed to pretend that there are reasonable Republicans, so they nominated him for the role, crediting him with virtues he has never shown any sign of possessing. Indeed, back in 2010 Mr. Ryan, who has never once produced a credible deficit-reduction plan, received an award for fiscal responsibility from a committee representing several prominent centrist organizations.

So you can see the problem these commentators face. To admit that the president’s critique is right would be to admit that they were snookered by Mr. Ryan, who is the same as he ever was. More than that, it would call into question their whole centrist shtick — for the moral of my story is that Mr. Ryan isn’t the only emperor who turns out, on closer examination, to be naked.

Hence the howls of outrage, and the attacks on the president for being “partisan.” For that is what people in Washington say when they want to shout down someone who is telling the truth

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mills planning to add capacity, he said Gorham wants to get into the market first.

“I think that’s one of the things we needed to do, get into the market quickly prior to all this new capacity coming on-board,” Arnold said.

The tissue line will be sold as parent rolls to converters for the private label market, which both Blevins and Arnold noted is growing. There are plans down the line to create a tissue brand that would have higher value.

Arnold noted the paper side of the business is more competitive with paper demand dropping drastically in recent years. He said penetration into those markets is tough especially since Gorham is currently competing in some of the commodity markets. He said Patriarch Partners President Lynn Tilton wanted to get the machine going and get some revenue into the mill.

“We’re gaining market share but it’s a struggle,” Arnold said.

He said the mill is slowly moving into niche markets, producing specialty paper products. He said the big companies don’t want to make those grades because the orders are small and they prefer to stay in the high volume commodity markets. He said Gorham can compete in those niche markets. By proving itself and delivering what it promises, Arnold said the mill will build customer loyalty.

Shaheen asked if the mill is producing paper used for wrapping food. Blevins said the mill is running trials and selling some packaging paper grades. He said the mill is conducting trials to get its paper qualified for a number of different niche markets.

Arnold said Tilton is creating a unique paper company by tying the Gorham mill to her pulp mill in Old Town. The Old Town mill, which provides pulp for Gorham, is working on the development of bio-fuels.

“Old Town’s development of bio-fuels creates this whole green platform that no one else is doing in the U.S.,” he said.

Arnold and Blevins were asked whether the transition from fuel oil to natural gas in the mill allowed Gorham to be more competitive in its pricing.

Arnold said the Gorham mill is not big enough to set pricing. When the tissue machine is on-line, the mill’s capacity

will be 226,000 tons a year in a 12-million ton annual market.

He said, however, without the spur connecting the mill to the natural gas line, the facility would not be operating today. He said the gas line, which was installed during Shaheen’s tenure as governor, allows the mill to compete.

With a clear vision set by Patriarch Partners, Arnold said the local mill must execute that plan which he noted puts a lot of pressure on Blevins and the paper workers. He said Tilton demands a team approach requiring management and labor to work together.

Shaheen asked about training needs for the tissue machine and the future operation of the mill. Blevins said the mill is setting up a training program for the new machine that it hopes to run on-site.

Made in Italy, the tissue machine will be fully automated and feature the latest technology, representing a cultural change from the existing paper machines in the mill. Arnold said the mill will use existing employees to operate the machine and fill vacancies as they are created.

Recognizing the average millworker’s age is upper fifties, Arnold said the mill will be working on a succession plan to replace those expected to retire in the next five years.

“We just can’t hire at the spur of the moment and expect someone to come in and be the machine tender on that new machine,” he said.

With the new tissue machine installation, Arnold noted these are exciting times for the Gorham mill. While the mill faces challenges, he expressed optimism about the future.

“In the next two to three years, you’ll see a vibrant, viable mill here that people will be proud of,” he said.

Employee greeted Shaheen warmly as she toured the mill and the construction site for the tissue machine.

Patriarch Partners Managing Director John Harrington welcomed her and Local 75 representative Eddy DeBlois took part in the briefing. Also on the tour was Androscoggin Valley Regional Refuge Disposal District Executive Director Sharon Gauthier who reported she expects the methane gas line from the Mount Carberry landfill to the mill to be completed this fall.

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tenure as governor and now as a U.S. senator.

“Governor Shaheen and Senator Shaheen has had Berlin’s back for the last 15 years,” he said.

Brian Bresnahan, president of the Groveton Regional Economic Action Team, said he did not share Grenier’s rosy outlook. He noted unemployment in the county is at nine percent and Groveton is looking at a $4 tax increase. Bresnahan asked about the recently passed JOBS Act and its potential impact of job development efforts. Shaheen explained the bill, which stands for Jumpstart Our Business Startups, actually seeks to provide businesses with access to capital.

While she voted for it, Shaheen said it is not a magic bullet and acknowledged the challenges of attracting new businesses to the North Country. She said she has consistently supported loan programs for small businesses as well as the extension of unemployment and Trade Adjustment benefits to help people who have lost their jobs.

Gorham Selectman Paul Robitaille reported the town is in the progress of filing an appeal with the Federal Emergency Management Agency over new flood maps that will greatly increase the number of properties considered in the flood zone. He noted a newspaper article reporting Berlin will see a huge increase as well. He also asked Shaheen to support highway improvements to Route 2 from Maine to New York. Robitaille said the route could be a tremendous economic engine for the entire Northern Forest region.

Shaheen said she was unaware of the extent of the proposed changes to the flood maps and will work with Berlin and Gorham officials on the issue. She lamented that passage of a

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long-term federal transportation bill has been a victim of partisan politics in Congress.

Bob Lord of Errol presented Shaheen with a petition with 800 signatures opposing the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge. He charged the refuge is negatively impacting Errol’s tax base and asked for no additional federal ownership of land in the town.

“What we’re asking is for the government to get out of the North Country,” he said, adding that the refuge is not a moneymaker for the town. Peter Donovan of Milan echoed Lord’s concerns. He complained the refuge is buying up camps and tearing them down which he said will serve to end a local tradition.

David Govatski of Jefferson suggested the federal government look at increasing payments in lieu of taxes and revenue sharing to local communities with land in federal ownership.

He said those revenues are definitely declining and the towns need that money.

Two other speakers said the refuge has been an economic boom and urged caution. Milan Innkeeper Mark Peabody said the refuge attracts visitors to the region.

“It’s just way too early to pull the plug,” he said.

Steve Wight, a former Newry, Maine selectman, said he understands opponents’ concerns but feels the refuge has a wide economic impact on the entire region. He agreed with Govatski that the federal government should increase payments in lieu of taxes to local communities.

Shaheen said Coos County Commissioner Burnham Judd raised concerns about the refuge with members of her staff. The senator said she would look at the original agreement signed when the refuge was formed.

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U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen attracted a good crowd to a town hall meeting at White Mountains Community College Thursday night. The senator took questions on a variety of topics for about an hour (BARBARA TETREAULT PHOTO)

Asked about plans for a passenger rail line from Portland to Montreal, Shaheen said she support mass transit and rail. But she also pointed out such massive public investments are tough given the current federal deficit.

Don Provencher of Gorham asked Shaheen what can be done to bring down the high cost of fuel oil and gasoline. She noted that domestic production of oil is actually up but said speculation and concerns about the Middle East are driving up prices.

She said the high price of oil effects the ability of the economy to recover.

Shaheen said the government needs to do something to stop speculation.

She said she also supports efforts to increase energy efficiency especially in the U.S. military, which is the country’s biggest energy user.

Shaheen said she believes the

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, is constitutional. She said there is a lot of misunderstanding about the law which she supports.

David Publicover of Bartlett said he was glad to see the state pass legislation allowing same sex marriage and pleased that efforts to repeal it were defeated this spring. But he noted gay couples married in New Hampshire are not recognized as married by the federal government. He said the federal Defense of Marriage Act undermines the rights of the states to decide such issues.

Shaheen said she has sponsored legislation to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act. She drew a loud round of applause when she said she believes in equal rights for all Americans.

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gency repairs to his property along the Peabody River. Using the National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), which provides 75/25 funding for work, the Norgaard property qualified for immediate assistance because the damage caused could have threatened the house. Town Manager, Robin Frost said that so much of the riverbank along Norgaard’s property had eroded as a result of Tropical Storm Irene that his deck was essentially hanging over the river. According to the town, Norgaard was on board with having the work done and agreed to pay the 25 percent of the cost, which came to just under $40,000.

“He wanted the work done,” said Frost, who also noted that Norgaard had met with the project engineers and was informed throughout the process.

“He knew he was responsible for the 25 percent.”

That money is in the town ledgers as a receivable account, however, as Norgaard did not reimburse the town. Frost said he has told the town his financing fell through.

The catch in this situation is that while the town believes it had a verbal agreement with Norgaard, the work to construct a Gabion wall to shore up his property began before he signed a written contract. Frost said that in the rush of getting the project underway and completed within the narrow NRCS mandated time frame, the contract for payment did not get signed in advanced and then Norgaard refused to sign it

afterward.

Frost said that as a result, Norgaard was notified in writing in late December that he owed the town $39,917.

None of that has been received yet and he has not attempted to make any payment arrangement with the town, she said, adding that the town’s attorney Ed Boutin is looking into recourse options including a possible lien on the property.

Efforts to contact Norgaard were unsuccessful.

As efforts to move forward with potentially four more such projects this spring, Frost said she will not make the same mistake twice. Three of the four eligible property owners, who qualify for NRCS funding to repair riverbank along their lands on White Birch Lane and Glen Road, have expressed an interest in taking advantage of this federal funding. In each case, the property owner will be responsible for footing 25 percent of the cost, though payment must be made through the town.

Frost said that contracts are in the process of being drawn up and these projects will not start until they signed paperwork is in hand. “Preferably payment in hand and in escrow prior to any work beginning,” she said.

Because this work is not being done under NRCS’s exigent need program there is a broader window for the projects, which need to be complete by Sept.

30. Frost said the town would like to get going as soon as possible, but will not be rushing since that was part of the problem last time.

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BERLIN -- Eugene Charles “Jerry” Odell, “Opa” to his family and members of WMRHS bands, field hockey, soccer and basketball teams of the 1990s passed away March 5, 2012 in Berlin.

Jerry Odell was born on June 26, 1921 to Ella (Schultz) and Eugene Dudley Odell in White Plains, NY. He attended schools in White Plains and graduated from White Plains High School in 1940. Jerry worked at Pratt and Whitney in Hartford, Conn., prior to enlisting in the US Army Air Corps in 1942. He served overseas in Egypt, Iran and Iraq. He was discharged in 1946. He worked in the Berlin Post Office from 1948 until 1979 when he retired.

Opa met his wife, Doris Mae “Oma” (Currier) of Berlin, NH, while working in Hartford, Conn., and they were married in 1944. They were together until she passed away in 1989.

Family members include two sons, Jon of Berlin and his partner Becky Merrow and Stephen of Portland, Oregon, and his wife, Lily (Zhou)

Odell; four grandchildren, Jakob Odell and his wife Heather (McGinnis) of Albany, NH; Joshua Odell and his wife Paula Rodgers of Germantown, MD; Kristin Getbehead and her husband Jon of Atlanta, Georgia; and Allison Odell and her partner Scott Fudacz of Chicago, Illinois. He also leaves behind five great-grandchildren, Sophia and William Odell of Albany, NH, Dena and Hannah Getbehead of Atlanta, Georgia, and Wesley Odell of Germantown, MD. He was a member of the local square dance club, The Paper Town Pacers.

Jerry attended St. Paul Lutheran Church. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 101 Norway St., Berlin, NH 03570.

At Opa’s request there will be no visiting hours. Funeral services will be held on Friday April 20, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Interment will be in the Russian City Cemetery. For more information or to sign an online register book, visit www. bryantfuneralhome.net.

Evelyn P. Durgan

ENGLEWOOD, FLA. -- Evelyn P. Durgan, daughter of the late Violetta and Emery Moreau, was born in Berlin, May 4, 1931. She graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1949.

Soon after, she left for Connecticut.

Evelyn worked for Pratt Whitney for many years, retiring in 1981. Reading, and traveling were some of her interests. She had visited many states and much of Canada. She loved making crafts and made many lovely items of knitting and counted cross stitching.

She cheered for the University of Con-

necticut’s basketball team and loved to talk about the sport.

Her daughter, Nancy, and son Gary, are residents of Connecticut where the service will be held, at the family’s convenience.

Her siblings are George (Bud) and Violet Moreau from Berlin, N.H. Lucille (Ray) Garon from Pleasanton, Calif., Jeannette Boisclair, and Stella (Richard) Lemire from Englewood, Florida, Several nieces and nephews and her most devoted caretaker Shirley Ash of Englewood, Florida.

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CDDA Economic Revitalization Committee plans April 25 business forum COLEBROOK---Energy efficiency for businesses and the development of local ATV trails are the topics an evening forum on April 25, hosted by the Economic Revitalization Committee of the Colebrook Downtown Development Association.

Local businesses and the public are invited to attend this free event, held at the Colebrook Country Club.

Check-in and social hour begin at 5:30 p.m. with light hors d’oeuvres, followed by the presentations and discussion at 6 p.m.

The first presenter is Joseph Lajewski, Energy Efficiency Program Manager for the Retail Merchants Association of New Hampshire, who will discuss the Giving Power Back energy efficiency program. The program consists of three phases---from assessment to implementation---that can save businesses up to 50 percent on their energy costs.

The evening’s second presenta-

tion is from the Metallak ATV Club, created this past winter to develop a trail system in Stewartstown, Colebrook, Columbia and Dixville. The group plans to coordinate and maintain a new system of connector trails between existing systems in neighboring towns, and will discuss the potential impact on Colebrook’s downtown and businesses.

Those who plan to attend are asked to RSVP by Friday, April 20 to Economic Revitalization Committee cochairman Karen Ladd, at 237-5501 or karenhladd@colebrooknewsandsentinel.com.

Businesses are encouraged to attend, along with their employees.

“Everyone on a business’ team can pitch in on energy efficiency,” noted Mrs. Ladd, “and the ATV trail system plans are especially important knowledge for customer service personnel, who constitute our front line for welcoming visitors to the region.”

The Berlin American Legion Post 36 held their installation meeting for initiating new chair members Tuesday, April 3. The Ladies Auxiliary welcomed back Luanne Princiotta as president, Regena Elliott as vice-president and treasurer, Vickie Maslausky as chaplain and Colleen Pierce as historian.

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Richard L. Roberge

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BERLIN -- A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Richard L. Roberge, of Berlin, NH, on Saturday, March 24, at St. Anne Church of Good Shepherd Parish with Reverend Mark Dollard, as celebrant.

The cantor was Madeleine Jeffrey, accompanied by Susan Ramsey, as organist. The crucifer was J.P. Poirier, and the acolyte was Phyllis Morrissette.

Serving as readers were J.P. Poirier and Wendy Becker. Serving as pallbearers were Mike Lamoureux and Tommy Adams and Grandsons: Jerald Brown and Donovan Cram.

The offertory gifts were pre-

sented by his granddaughter and her husband Keri and Donovan Cram. Words of remembrance were given by his granddaughter Kristie Brown Following the service, Richard and his wife Dorothy were interred together at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Berlin, NH. There were numerous friends and family members that attended the services from in and out of town.

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Speakers at the Women In Science and Technology Forum at the White Mountain Community College in Berlin Friday. Some 90 girls from area Middle and High Schools attended, learning about the possibilities in the fields of Math, Science and Technology and something about how to prepare for these fields. Included in the photo are: l to r: front: Amy Underwood, mechanical engineering; Georgia Murray, Atmospheric and Stream Water Chemistry; Lindsay Watkins, Botany; Dr. Kristin Simunac, Space Science; Alison Stace-Naughton, Bio-Engineering; Kathy Eneguess, President, WMCC; Tiffany Nardino, Astronomy and Physics; keynote speaker Dr. Mary Albert. l to r: back: Project Director Jodi Camille; Chelsea Corr, Atmospheric Chemistry; Jessica Riendeau, Forensic Science; Dr. Jodi Pirtle, Fisheries Science; Dr. Robin Garrett, Veterinary Medicine; Cathy Conway, Civil Engineering; Sarah Tucker, GIS; Sally Manikian, Natural Resources Management; Eleanor Jaffee, Mathematics; Carol Miller, Information Technology; Elizabeth Gillaspy, Mathematics; Karen Burnett-Kurie, WIST Facebook and Pathevo; Diane Timmins, Fisheries Science. (GAIL SCOTT PHOTO) WISTfrom page one

she said.

“I learned there is a lot of competition,” she added. “You have to worry about yourself to be where you want to be.”

Heather McClure was intrigued by fishery science. “I hadn’t thought of doing it before,” she said.

In the morning the group was warmly welcomed by WMCC President Katherine Eneguess and project organizer and Running Start Administrator Jodie Camille. Karen Burnett-Kurie, communications director for the WIST Facebook page and Pathevo, a federally funded program to help students figure out what science professions they should pursue and how to plan to become educated for those professions, told the gathering about both sources of career information. Amy Bourgault spoke about the NASA scholarships that are available at WMCC. Keynote speaker was Dr. Mary Albert, who is professor of engineering at the Tayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College, and executive director of the U.S. Ice Drilling Program Office, among other things.

Albert took the group on a lively trip along the zigzag path her career has led, from art to math major, math teacher to mathematician for the U.S. Army’s Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory to engineering degree, marriage, two children, a doctorate in engineering, lead scientist of the joint Norwegian-U.S. Traverse of East Antarctica, among other things, and now research interests in snow physics, transport phenomena, and numerical modeling as well as everything else.

“Did I ever think I’d be a professor in engineering?” she asked her audience.

“Heck, no,” she answered herself. “I like doing stuff and there’s lots of stuff out there to be done.”

“How can you get ready,” she asked rhetorically. “Keep your eyes and mind open. There is a world out there you haven’t even imagined yet. Don’t listen to people who say, ‘Oh, that’s so hard.’ Keep the options open. Education leads to new opportunities. Take

as much math and science as you can.

Different degrees open up new opportunities. In the U.S. we are at a critical shortage of engineering. If you get a degree in engineering you will have the world at your fingertips. Even if you get a technical degree, things that rely heavily on math and science are hugely in demand. Always take the hard courses. Always choose more.

The options will lead to more options in the future.”

“And don’t internalize failure,” she continued. She recalled when she was working for CRREL in California, as was her husband. They had two small children. And she was working on her doctorate.

“I was tired. My research was going along ok. I wasn’t far behind, but I started thinking I was going to fail, thinking, ‘I just don’t know whether I can do it.’”

Women tend to internalize failure more than men,” she said. “They can be faced with the same situation, feeling overwhelmed. The male will kick it aside and say, ‘That was a stupid test.’ The male will keep on going. The female will say, ‘Maybe it’s too hard, maybe I’m not cut out for this, maybe I shouldn’t do this.’”

“Don’t do that,” she said. “The guys don’t internalize failure, so you kick it aside and keep on going.”

She said that her husband, Don, and two children, Michael and Marion, were her inspiration, her support.

“Being a scientist doesn’t mean you give up love in your life,” she said. “My outline for you is find work you love, don’t worry about the end of the road.

You never can see it from the start of the road. Get an education, especially in math and science, and never give up, even if someone tells you to.”

The group then split up to go to four different panels of professional women in scientific fields, who explained a bit about their jobs and how they decided to pursue these careers. Some 18 scientists took part in the panels, talking with the students and answering questions and urging them to email or call if they had more questions about what they had heard.

Afternoon speaker, Dr. Mary Stamsee WIST page 11

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pone, the New Hampshire State Climatologist and faculty in the Department of Geography at the University of New Hampshire, talked about her work and how her profession had evolved, keying her talk to “What does a scientist look like?”

Stampone looks like an attractive, fashionable businesswoman, nothing like the images she projected on the screen of children’s drawings of the cartoon scientist with fuzzy hair and thick glasses.

Of all the images she had, only one showed a woman scientist and she was a marine biologist, swimming underwater with schools of fishes.

She revealed that she had not thought of going into science, but had always been interested in the outdoors and bringing rocks home for her parents to help her identify. She started college, studying philosophy, political science and public policy, thinking to become a lawyer. But she also signed up for a geology class and discovered that she loved it.

“I found out there were a lot of women geologists and women physicists and I finally realized that my perceptions going into (higher education) were completely wrong,” she said. “There are many wonderful successful women who are pursuing really incredible work in math, science and technology and all of you can be a part of that,” she said.

Panelists included: Chelsea Corr, Atmospheric Chemistry; Dr. Robin Gorrell, Veterinary Medicine; Tiffany Nardino, Astronomy and Physics; Jessica Riendeau, Forensic Science; Dr. Kristin Simunac, Space Science; Cathy Conway, Civil Engineering; Caleigh MacPherson, Mechanical Engineering; Alison Stace-Naughton, Bio-Engineering; Amy R. Underwood, Mechanical Engineering; Elizabeth A. Gillaspy, Mathematics; Eleanor Jaffee, Mathematics; Carol Miller, Information Technology; Sarah Tucker, Geographic Information Systems (GIS); Sally Wheeler, Information Technology; Sally Manikian, Natural Resources Management; Georgia Murray, Atmospheric and Stream Water Chemistry; Dr. Jodi Pirtle, Fisheries Science; Dianne Timmins, Fisheries Science; Lindsay Watkins, Botany.

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By Holiday Mathis SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You feel that the onus is on you to put a few crazy notions into the mix. Contributing ideas from outside the existing pattern will cause heads to tilt, eyebrows to arch and hands to clap. You’re a brilliant thinker.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

You’ve been dreaming about how things should go or could go in a perfect world. Now you’ll be reconciling the way things actually are with those fanciful imaginings.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

Extenuating circumstances may have you taking less than optimal care of yourself. Get back to basics. Your mood is always better when you feel secure in your health, sustenance, finances and home.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The one who loves you is also able to hurt you with so much as a cross-eyed look.

Knowing this, you might recognize the similar power you hold with your love and wield that power gently.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You have a way of spiritually reaching into the heart of someone, plucking a molecule for examination and then reading the feeling. You can sense even the quietest anger, fear, joy and elation.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 10).

Strong relationships will transform and bring unexpected benefits to your world this year. Take a chance on yourself over the next six weeks. The training you get or an investment you make will pay in September. Friendship and romance decorate your July. Social connections lead to financial connections in June. Libra and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 2, 13, 29 and 41.

Get Fuzzy

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You won’t like the way a situation is going.

Good news: You’re so creative now that you’ll be able to come up with about seven ways to lead the action in an alternate direction.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Send a message of forgiveness to your own mirror. If there’s something keeping you from doing this, identify the issue. What might help you get past it?

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your lifestyle will speak volumes to the people close to you. Consider what you might do now to make them know how deeply they are loved. Adjustments to your schedule may be necessary.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Children look to develop their identities by associating with people who are more or less their own age. You’ll be like a child now, too, figuring out how you might fit in with a new group and what it will mean to do so.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’re probably not looking for love, but that doesn’t rule out having it in your life.

Love, in its many forms, will be out there looking for you today, and by the day’s end, you’ll consider yourself found.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll only share your visions and dreams with those you really trust. People have to know you and prove their trustworthiness over a period of time before you’ll open up to them. It’s how you keep out the riff-raff.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll be mentally sharp in the morning and then again late in the evening. The afternoon brings a slump that will actually be quite enjoyable if you give into it and relax with good company.

by Darby Conley

HOROSCOPE

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 “Father Knows __” Hindu teacher Orange rind Aware of the duplicity of Duelist Burr Edge to stand under during a rain shower Microwave __ Limber; flexible Big smile Normal Horrifies “In __ we trust” Ceremonies The Gem State Boat propeller Rather plump Spray Letters to click on to get info Want Faux __; social blunder Exceptionally good ballplayer

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Lamb’s cry Vigor Charged atom Flutter about High-intensity beam __ day now; pretty soon Nourishes Get rid of roaches, e.g.

By way of Main courses Tell a story Apple’s center Cruise ship stops, perhaps __ market; swap meet Garden tools Female relative Drug addict Individuals Nerds Defeat

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Jealousy “__ on it!”; cry to a slowpoke This evening Coleslaw, e.g.

Cry loudly Mr. Linkletter Yarn from an Angora goat Bumbling Winged horse of myth British peer Malicious Part of the eye Pigeon’s sound Actor Sellers Elevating Force; urge on Mum to Harry and William Burros Popeye’s Olive Holy book Intertwine Poet William Butler __ Aviate

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VP __ Quayle Concur Plaything Set right a wrong; remedy Afraid Sydney native Evergreen tree For the time __; meanwhile

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Flower holders Resound Lunchtime Palm or birch Less popular chicken piece Additionally __ off; irritates Hearing organs Robert E. __

Friday’s Answer

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––––––––––––––––– DAILY CALENDAR ––––––––––––––––– Tuesday, April 10 Berlin and Coos County Historical Society: Monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., Moffett House Museum, 119 High St., Berlin, N.H. Public is welcome.

TUESDAY PRIME TIME 8:00

8:30

APRIL 10, 2012

9:00

9:30

10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

CBS 3 WCAX NCIS (N) Å (DVS)

NCIS: Los Angeles (N) Unforgettable (N) Å

FOX 4 WPFO Glee “Big Brother” (N)

New Girl

ABC 5 WMUR Last Man

Dancing With the Stars Body of Proof (N) Å

News

Nightline

NBC 6 WCSH The Biggest Loser (N)

The Voice (N) Å

Fashion Star (N)

News

Jay Leno

CBC 7 CBMT Hockey Night

Just for Laughs (N)

National

Stroumboulopoulos

Cougar

Raising

News 13 on FOX (N)

CBC 9 CKSH Beautés désespérées

Pénélope McQuade (N) TJ

Wednesday, April 11 Shelburne Neighbors Club: will meet 1 p.m. at 1079 North Road, Shelburne . The program is Tripping with Betty.

Coos County Commission.

Regular meeting, 9 a.m., Coos County Nursing Home, Berlin.

Cabaret 2012: Presented by GM/HS. School cafeteria, 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets available at school Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Adults $10. $5 for seniors students and children. Call 466-2776, ask for Anne Bennett.

PBS 10 WCBB Titanic-Len

Saving the Titanic

PBS 11 WENH As Time...

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Vicar

Sport

Frontline Å

Kiwis/hommes Charlie Rose (N) Å

NCIS: Los Angeles (N) Unforgettable (N) Å

IND 14 WTBS Big Bang

Big Bang

Big Bang

Letterman

The Office The Office

Posh Nosh Outnumbr Red Green Saving the Titanic

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Big Bang

Big Bang

Big Bang

News

Letterman

Conan (N) Å

Cold Case Å

Law Order: CI

Buy Local Law CI

Threshold of Hope

Ages

EWTN

1

Angelica Live

EWTN

CNN

24

Anderson Cooper 360

Piers Morgan Tonight

Anderson Cooper 360

Erin Burnett OutFront

LIFE

30

Dance Moms: Miami

Dance Moms: Miami

Love for Sail (N) Å

The Client List Å

ESPN

31

NBA Basketball: Celtics at Heat

NBA Basketball New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls. (N) (Live)

ESPN2

32

SportsCenter Special: On the

Baseball Tonight (N) (Live) Å

SportsCenter (N) Å

CSNE

33

NBA Basketball: Celtics at Heat

Celtics

Sticks

SportsNet

NESN

34

MLB Baseball: Red Sox at Blue Jays

Daily

The Bricks

OXY

39

›› “The Game Plan”

TVLND

42

Home Imp. Home Imp. Raymond

Thursday, April 12 Accoustic Cafe: Brad Wilson and Kevin Brungot live on congas and guitar. St. Barnabas Church basement, corner of Main and High, Berlin. Doors open 6:30, music 7-9.

Donations always welcome.

Cabaret 2012: Presented by GM/HS. School cafeteria, 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets available at school Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Adults $10. $5 for seniors students and children. Call 466-2776, ask for Anne Bennett.

Coos County Planning Board: Meeting 6 p.m., Coos County Nursing Home, 364 Cates Hill Road, Berlin.

NICK

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My Wife

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Level Up

Adventure King of Hill King of Hill Amer. Dad Amer. Dad Family Guy Å

FAM

45

Movie: ››› “Casper”

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The 700 Club Å

DISN

46

Austin

Jessie

ANT Farm Jessie

ANT Farm Good Luck

USA

48

Law & Order: SVU

Law & Order: SVU

Law & Order: SVU

CSI: Crime Scene

TNT

49

Bones (In Stereo) Å

Bones (In Stereo) Å

Movie: “The Librarian: Quest for the Spear”

GAC

50

Opry Live

Opry Live

Bull Riding

SYFY

51

WWE Super SmackDown! (N) Å

TLC

53

My 40-Year-Old Child

Medium

HIST

54

Pawn

Swamp People Å

DISC

55

Deadliest Catch Å

Deadliest Catch (N)

Deadliest Catch (N)

Deadliest Catch Å

HGTV

56

Million Dollar Rooms

Property

Hunters

Million Dollar Rooms

A-P

58

My Cat From Hell Å

My Cat From Hell Å

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59

Mysteries-Museum

Mysteries-Museum

NGC

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Doomsday Preppers

Doomsday Preppers

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Doomsday Preppers

SPIKE

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Big Easy

Big Easy

MTV

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16 and Pregnant Å

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Friday, April 13 Men’s Breakfast Group: Topic: “The Genesis of Addiction.”

Presenter: Mario Brodeur-Fassa, director, Northern Human Services Community Services Center. Meeting at the Gorham Congregational/ UCC Church, Main Street, Gorham. Breakfast is at 7 a.m.., presentation at 7:30 a.m. A free will offering will be taken at breakfast for the Ecumenical Food Pantry. All men welcome. FMI: 466-3496.

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Mob Wives Å

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Storage

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Ice-Coco

Ice-Coco

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105 Movie: ›››› “The Searchers” (1956) Å

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Cleveland King

George

’70s Show ’70s Show Friends

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Medium

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Divorced

Streets

Dream Machines (N)

Fact or Faked My 40-Year-Old Child

Couple

Top Shot (N) Å Hunt Intl

Top Shot Å

My Cat From Hell Å

My Cat From Hell Å

Off Limits Å

Legends of the Ozarks Big Easy

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201 Movie: ››‡ “Fast Five” (2011) Vin Diesel.

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Rosary

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––––––––––––––– ONGOING CALENDAR –––––––––––––– Tuesday In-Home Toenail Care: City of Berlin Home Health, located at city hall for over 70 years, offering toenail care in the home. Trimming and filing. Call for appointment 752-1272. Fee $18.

Holiday Center Activities: 27 Green Square, Berlin. Toast and coffee 8-10 a.m.; cribbage tournament 1-4 p.m. FMI 1413.

Local 75: Regular Monthly Meeting takes place on the third Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., V.F.W. on Upper Main Street, in Berlin. For member’s only.

FMI Information, USW Local 75 Union Office at 752-2225.

Senior Meals: Noon, Dummer Town Hall, second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Suggested donation $3, under 60, $6. Call 752-2545 to reserve, Senior Meals: 8 to 9:30 a.m., first and third Tuesday of the month, Shelburne Town Hall. Suggested donation $3, under 60, $6. Call 752-2545 to reserve, Cholesterol Clinic: Monday through Friday, Berlin Health Dept., city hall. By appointment only, Call 752-1272. All area residents welcome. Fee $15..

Weight Watcher’s Meeting: Salvation Army, 5 p.m. meeting, 4:30 p.m. weigh-in.

Senior Meals: Guardian Angel School, MondayThursday Noon, Friday 8 a.m.-10 a.m. Suggested donations for 60 and over $3; under 60 $6. All are welcome. (FMI 752-2545) AVH Diabetes Support and Information Meetings: First Tuesday of every month; 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.; Androscoggin Valley Hospital; open to the public; FMI, call the AVH Diabetes Education Department at 326-5631.

Chess Club: welcomes all levels of players, to meet Tuesday, Family Resource building (across from high school) from 6 to 9 p.m. Lessons free. All questions, call Al French @915-0134.

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: 10 am - 6 pm, Saturdays: 10 am - Noon. Children’s Story Time: Fridays, 1:30 pm. View On-line Catalog at https:// gorham.biblionix.com/ . FMI call 466-2525 or email gorhampubliclibrary@ne.rr.com Artisan Gift Shop: 961 Main St., Berlin. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Jefferson Historical Society: Meets first Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. May through October meetings held at the museum on Route 2, and November through April meetings are held at the Jefferson Elementary School on Route 115A. Everyone welcome.

Social Night At Dupont-Holmes Post 82 American Legion: Every Tuesday, Gorham, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Food buffet $7 per person while food lasts!

Menu varies each week. Free pool, darts, etc. Members and bonafide guests welcome.

Gorham-Sabatis Lodge 73, F&AM: meets second Tuesday except January, February, and March (first Tuesday). For more information, call 466-5739 or 466-5960.

Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at St. Kieran House, 151 Emery St., from Berlin Kiwanis Club: meets at Northland Restaurant & Dairy Bar at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday.

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: Step Book/Discussion Meeting, .Tri-County (Step One), School St., Berlin 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

White Mountain Ridge Runners Meeting: First Tuesday of every month, clubhouse on Route 110.

American Legion Post No. 36 Monthly Meeting: First Tuesday of every month.

Salvation Army Social Services: Food pantry, 9 a.m. to noon, 15 Cole St., Berlin.

Computer Lab Classes: Berlin Senior Center, 610 Sullivan Center, Berlin. 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Call to be scheduled (752-2545).

Craft Class: Berlin Senior Center, 610 Sullivan St., Berlin, 1 to 3 p.m. (FMI 752-2545)

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by Abigail Van Buren

UNFAITHFUL HUSBAND SEARCHES FOR WAY OUT OF HIS MARRIAGE

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 19 years, but I cannot stay faithful to my wife. I’ve had a few affairs, visit “massage parlors” on a regular basis and feel my wife deserves better. I want to walk away from our marriage.

We have kids who will be affected, and it will hurt us financially, but I don’t feel right staying in a marriage I can’t be faithful to. I haven’t told my wife about this, but I believe she knows because we haven’t been intimate in months. We had discussed divorce several times in the past, but that was before the kids. Please give me some advice. -- LIVING A LIE IN THE MID-ATLANTIC DEAR LIVING A LIE: Feeling and behaving as you do, it would have been better for you to have divorced before you had children. However, now that you do have kids, it’s time that you level with your wife.

As you stated, she probably has a good idea that something isn’t right. She may prefer to remain married to you until your children are out of the house. Or she may feel that her chances of finding someone else are better if you separate now. You’ll never know until you talk to her -- and she deserves to know the truth.

DEAR ABBY: I am trying to decide who to have as best man at my wedding. I asked my best friend before I got engaged. After the engagement, I received a lot of pressure -and unwanted stress -- from my mom to have my brother as best man. After arguing with her for a month straight, I finally gave in and asked my brother. We have never been close. There’s no communication and no desire for it. We see each other only during the holidays and have had a forced relationship by Mom since we were teens.

My gut instinct tells me my best friend should be my best man. On the other hand, if I tell my brother he isn’t the one

anymore, I’m afraid it will be the final dagger in any type of relationship with him and his family. I need your advice on this matter. -- GROOM-TO-BE IN MINNESOTA DEAR GROOM-TO-BE: You’re right that having asked your brother to be your best man, you should not rescind the invitation. However, I have good news. Your best friend can still be your best man. According to Emily Post, there can be two best men. She says: “Though not so common, two chief attendants may be the right solution when you don’t want to choose between siblings or close friends. The attendants can share the duties and the fun!”

So there you are. Problem solved.

DEAR ABBY: I’m dating a man, “Jason,” who is a DJ. Lately work has been slow for him, but because he was so popular when he was younger, he finds it hard to accept that he will have to get a 9-to-5 job.

Jason has expressed in the past that he doesn’t want to call a 30-year-old his boss and would like to go to school. We hope to get married one day, but I am torn because I don’t want to support the household on a wing and a prayer. I do everything I can to encourage him, but his lack of effort is becoming discouraging. How can I explain this without it turning into an argument? -- ON THE RECORD IN CONNECTICUT DEAR ON THE RECORD: Consider this. The longer Jason waits to look for a 9-to-5 job, the younger his bosses will be.

Marriage is a partnership. You shouldn’t have to support the household on a “wing and a prayer” because Jason is dragging his feet about returning to school or becoming self-supporting. Explain it to him by saying that if he doesn’t become more proactive, you will have to consider finding someone who is more ambitious.

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

2+ bedroom, nice neighborhood, close to downtown, 1st floor, w/d and utilities included.

No pets/ smoking. $750/mo.

(603)723-6990.

BERLIN: Nice 3 bedroom, 1st. floor, eat in kitchen, storage, lots of closet space, $600/mo. includes heat, first, last & references, 508-888-7869.

2/3 bedrooms apts. 1st., 2nd.

3rd. floors, heat, h/w, w/d hook-ups, storage, must see.

Call Jim 387-4066, 752-5034.

GORHAM 2 bedroom, 1st floor, 391 Main St., parking, security (603)723-4888.

ALL New 3 bedroom home nice yard & deck needs to be seenvery nice- $1,200 per month plus utilities- would also consider responsible roommatesplease call (603)887-0508 or email Jokingjoj50@yahoo.com for appointments.

GORHAM: 2 apartments at 13 Exchange St, (white bldg w/ black trim) 2 BR, first floor, fridge & stove, hea, h/w, w/d hookup, w/ shed, parking space, no pets. And 2 BR, second floor, heat, h/w, fridge & stove, w/d hookup w/ shed, no pets. Sec. dep. Call: 466-3378 (8am-4pm, M-F or leave a message).

Are you visiting/ working in the area or working on the Burgess PioPower Biomass Plant 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.

FMI call 603-449-2140 or 603-723-8722.

BERLIN 1 & 2 bedroom apts.

Newly renovated, w/d hook-ups, heat, h/w (603)752-2607, (603)723-4161.

BERLIN 1st floor apt. 3 bdrms + laundry room, large yard, nice neighborhood, $675/mo plus lease & security. Heat included.

(207)571-4001.

BERLIN 3rd floor, 4 room, 2 bdrm, heated.

Call 978-609-4010.

BERLIN one bedroom apt. h/w, heat and electricity included. No pets $600/mo (603)723-5703.

BERLIN renovated 2 bd apt., laundry room, w/d hookup, parking, no pets $600/mo.

(603)867-3398.

BERLIN- House for Rent, 3 Bedroom, 1-1/2 Bath, Garage. $775 Month, No utilities, 752-9838.

BERLIN- Lg. 4 bdrm 2nd & 3rd floor, apt. $750/mo plus security. Heat & h/w included.

(603)449-2230.

Adoption

Announcement

Autos

ADOPT: Lots of love & blessings to share! Let us be the answer to your prayers for your baby. Let’s talk. Wendy & Tim 1-800-409-5224. Expenses paid.

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Not known to fail)

Paying Cash for your unwanted or junk vehicle.

Best local prices!

ROY'S TOWING 603-348-3403

Animals DOES your dog have too much energy or just need exercise?

Call Barb, at Barb’s dog walking service. 603-219-6459. Reasonable rates.

Low Cost Spay/ Neuter Cats & dogs Rozzie May Animal Alliance www.rozziemay.org 603-447-1373 POMERANIAN 2 males, 1 female. Males $400, female $450.

Vet checked, health cert.

(603)915-1872.

SALE! Puppies small mixed breed. See website for more details: www.mainelypuppies.com (207)539-1520.

Antiques ANTIQUES, glass, furniture, & collectibles of all kinds wanted

by Bob Gauthier, 449-2542. Specializing in Estate and Business liquidation. Bonded.

O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Im maculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days and then you must publish and it will be granted to you.

P.J.M.

Autos 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Magnum 4X4, ext. cab, 318 auto, air, pw, looks good, engine runs smooth, $1650, 603-788-4071.

1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara pkgs. AC/ CD, 5 speed, 2 tops, 3 in. lift black, 94k miles, $6800, 603-449-2236.

2000 Chevy Blazer, 4wd 2 dr, 5 spd, 62k miles, $3800.

(603)986-3352.

BUYING JUNK CARS and trucks. Paying in cash. Honest pricing. No gimmicks. Kelley’s Towing (603)723-9216.

BUYING junk cars, trucks & big trucks ME & NH. Call for price.

Martin Towing. (603)305-4504.

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

Or go to www.start.youravon.com and enter reference code: dblaisedell.

For Rent $65 weekly. Private locked room. Owner’s residence. Furnished/ utilities. Shared facilities.

Free groceries!

(603)348-5317 24-7.

(2) apts. Heat, h/w included, off-street parking, 2 bdrm, 3rd floor $550 + dep. 3 bdrm, 2nd floor $700 + dep. Pets ok with paid deposit. (603)348-1607.

TWO OFFICES AVAILABLE OFFICE SPACE IN BERLIN Spacious second-floor corner office in downtown Berlin. Known as the Sheridan Building, this classic revival structure built in 1905 and renovated in the 1980s and 1990s is located next to City Hall.

Ceilings are high and windows are plentiful in this corner which includes one large room, one medium sized, and a private bathroom. $450 a month, and includes heat.

Second floor, corner office, two rooms with shared bathroom. $350.

For a video tour go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcX8mKIu01Q For more information call Mark 603-356-3456.

BERLIN: 1 bdrm apt, York St. Heat, h/w included, 1st & sec required. $525/mo 617-771-5778.

BERLIN: 2 bdrm house on Cushing St. Heat included, 1st & sec required. $750/mo 617-771-5778.

BERLIN: 2 bedroom, 610 3rd.

Ave. 2nd. floor, hardwood floors, $600/mo. heat, h/w included, w/garage, 781-953-7970.

GORHAM: 2 bedrooms, heat, h/w, off street parking, newly renovated, no pets, 723-6310.

HOUSE for rent: 2 bedroom house, single car garage in Berlin. Appliances furnished. Lawnmower and snow blower available. No pets, no smoking. Rent $700/mo. $700 security deposit.

Tenant pays water, sewer, heat and utilities. References required. Call 466-9999 or 723-4166.

MILAN: 2 bedroom mobile home, FMI 752-1871.

NICE 2nd floor 3 bedroom apartment- well maintained, only $600/month, includes heat and hot water, available May 1st- call (603)887-0508.

SECOND floor, 2 bedroom, heat, hot water, $575/mo. garage, available, no pets or smoking, available 5/1, 603-326-3026.

For Rent-Commercial GORHAM NH- 299 Main St. 1900sf includes upstairs living quarters. Great visibility.

466-3809.

For Sale 2011 Baby Trend sit-n-stand double stroller, good condition, $50, 603-466-5668.

AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”.

Beauty shop station includes mirror chair and two chair hair dryers, plus accessories, $500 OBO 466-2074, 723-4700.

DIAMOND plate aluminum tool box for midsize pickup truck $100. Queen size boxspring $100 (603)723-7555.

HARD Tonneau cover, gray, fits truck bed size, 5ft. 5", $700, FMI 723-4165.

BERLIN: 3 bedroom, 2nd floor apt. Heat & h/w, off-street parking, washer/ dryer hook up, garage, $850/mo. References required. (603)986-1323.

TIRES: 4 Cooper all season 205/65R15 4 Dunlop Radial Rover 215/75R15 all with excellent tread. Make offer, 752-5267.

BERLIN: Completely renovated 3 bedroom apartment. Call H&R Block, great landlord (603)752-2372.

TRACE Elliot GP7SM 250 7 Band Series Bass Head $299/obogreat condition, works perfectly.

Call Rob @ 603-520-4447.

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TWO Custom 428 P235/75/R15, $35/each; two Michelen 1XT 235/85R16, $50/each; two Firestone wilderness LE P265/70R16, $50/each, 752-3566.

T&B Appliance Removal. Appliances & AC’s removed free of charge if outside. Please call (603)986-5506.

WHITE Mountain Cafe now hiring barista, experienced preferred, Sat. Sun. and holiday weekends a must. Apply in person Mon-Fri 9-3p.m. 212 Main Street, Gorham.

AFFORDABLE computer services, PC repair, recovery, restore rebuildingt, software and hardware installation, I do it all.

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TECHPROS- COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE

Help Wanted Furniture

J’s Corner Restaurant Now Hiring

AMAZING! Beautiful Queen or Full-size mattress set. Luxury Firm European Pillow-top style.

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Seasonal & year-round, full & part-time; Experienced Line Cooks, Waitstaff, Host(ess)/ Barback, Dishwasher. Must be reliable, clean & hard working.

Available nights & weekends.

Please apply in person. Absolutely no phone calls.

Seasonal Employment on the White Mountain National Forest Seasonal positions working out of our Bartlett, NH Facility for Equipment Operators and/or Laborers.

Equipment Operator must be able to operate a dump truck, backhoe, front end loader, have a valid state driver’s and DOT CDL Class “A” license.

Laborer must have a valid state driver’s license.

For application information please visit: fs.fed.us/r9/forests/white_mountain/employment/ Application deadline April 14, 2012

White Mountain National Forest EOE

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

Looking To Rent RESPONSIBLE clean family looking to rent 3-4 bedroom house in Gorham, Shelburne area. (603)723-1243.

Motorcycles 2000 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic, metallic green and black, new factory re-build Harley Davidson motor, looks and runs great, many extras, $7800 call Paul in Berlin at 603-752-5519, 603-915-0792 leave message.

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Services PATROL OFFICER The Gorham Police Department is accepting applications consisting of a letter of intent and resume for a full-time Patrol Officer and to establish an enabling list. Competitive benefits package offered. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent and will be required to pass a written test, physical agility test, psychological exam, and polygraph test. Letters of intent and resumes shall be submitted to the: Gorham Police Department 20 Park St., Gorham, NH 03581 Attention: Chief of Police (603) 466-2334 Application Deadline: April, 13th, 2012 The Town of Gorham is an equal opportunity employer.

BISSON’S Family Lawn Care: No jobs too small, mowing, rakeing, etc. Free estimates.

Dennis (603)723-3393.

AFFORDABLE ROOFING & SIDING SOLUTIONS.

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Fully Insured. Lowest prices guaranteed. FMI (603)730-2521. rockybranchbuilders@gmail.com HYPNOSIS for habit change, stress, regression. Michael Hathaway, DCH, certified hypnotherapist.

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

COMPUTER MAINTENANCE: Virus removal, performance upgrades, security software, wireless installations, data recovery, backups. Luc 603-723-7777.

HANDYMAN Special: 10% off hourly rate. Carpentry, painting, property maintenance, ect. Call Rick (603)915-0755.

LOCKSMITH. North Country Lock & Key, certified Locksmith.

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Northern Dreamscapes Lot sweeping, spring clean ups, full service lawn care and construction service. Equipped and insured. (603)723-6990.

TOWN OF GORHAM Finance Department The Town of Gorham, New Hamphire has an opening for a full time person in the Finance Department. Duties will include payroll processing, accounts payable, banking, fund accounting, assisting the public, etc. Strong accounting background, organizational skills and attention to detail are a must. A full job description is available at the Gorham Town Hall.

Please submit resume and references by 5pm on April 23, 2012 to:

Town Manager’s Office, Finance Clerk Position Town of Gorham, 20 Park Street Gorham, New Hampshire 03581

Pharmacy Program Coordinator

The Town of Gorham is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Coos County Family Health Services is seeking a permanent Pharmacy Program Coordinator. This full-time, 40 hour per week position includes supervision of support staff. Essential duties include improving access to affordable pharmaceuticals for at-risk patients by utilizing the 340b program, assistance drug programs and samples. Successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with outside pharmaceutical drug company representatives and local pharmacies.

Bachelors degree, two years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Ability to travel, a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license and adequate auto insurance are required. Must have strong organizational and computer skills. Medical terminology a plus.

Please submit cover letter & resume by April 20, 2012 to: Human Resources Department Coos County Family Health Services 54 Willow Street, Berlin NH 03570

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Wanted BOOKS wanted; Early AMC Guides; Journals, NH, White Mountains, nonfiction, others.

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BUYING JUNK CARS and trucks. Paying in cash.

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BUYING JUNK CARS Cash for your unwanted or junk vehicle. Best local prices! Roy's towing 603-348-3403.

WANTED: Used automatic ATV 4 wheeler, preferably in good condition. (603)723-1243.

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

BUYING JUNK CARS Cash for your unwanted or junk vehicle. Best local prices! Roy's towing 603-348-3403.

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BUYING junk cars/ trucks, heavy farm mach., scrap iron. Call 636-1667 days, 636-1304 evenings.

COPPER & Brass & batteries (603)326-4414 leave message.

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GOLF Cart in good condition, reasonably priced, call 723-4967.

VINTAGE Clothing pre 1970 & accessories hats jewelry lingerie etc. Potato Barn Antiques Northumberland 603-636-2611.

Yard Sale GOING out of Biz Sale. Everything 50¢ and up. Everything must go ASAP. Clothes, dishes, tools, contrctor, equipment, bldg materials. Everything must go. 106 Pleasant St. Everyday til gone.

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AUTOMOTIVE Dismantler

Full Time w/benefits Skills and Abilities: Mechanical ability with own tools Knowledge of automotive parts Able to safely remove parts Clean and test parts Physical work Other operational duties Apply with Diana Nelson at NH Employment Security 151 Pleasant Street, Berlin, NH

ANTICIPATED OPENING FOR 2012-2013 PARAPROFESSIONAL VACANCY Edward Fenn Elementary School Kindergarten- 6 hours per day GRS Cooperative School District has a new paraprofessional position opening for the upcoming school year (2012-2013). We are seeking an energetic, organized, team oriented, flexible paraprofessional to provide one-to-one support of students at Edward Fenn Elementary School. Applicants must be patient, able to follow instructions and follow through with consistent and positive interactions. Applicants with college credits and experience working in the school setting preferred.

Please submit a letter of interest to: Paul Bousquet, Superintendent of Schools SAU # 20, 123 Main Street, Gorham, NH 03581 (603)466-3632 SAU # 20 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Appalachian Mountain Club now hiring SPRING and SUMMER positions: Camp Dodge Volunteer Trails Center, Gorham Head Cook, and Trail Crew Leaders Various locations around NE Roving Trail Crew Backcountry Shelters, White Mtns Caretakers, Group Outreach Coordinator Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Gorham Sous Chef - Visitor Services Reps - Shuttle Driver Lodge Crew - Custodian/Housekeeper - Retail Assistant Based in White Mtns A Mountain Classroom Instructors, Spring Teen Wilderness Adventure Instructor, Summer Highland Center, Bretton Woods Lodge Crew - Adventure Guide - Custodian/Housekeeper Three Mile Island Camp, Meredith, NH Assistant Manager, Baker, and Crew Cardigan Lodge, Alexandria, NH Naturalist Guide, and Crew See complete position descriptions and apply online at www.outdoors.org/employment then choose “seasonal opportunities”

We offer competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package!

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Controller - Full Time Medical Technologist - Per Diem Clinical Resource RN - Med/Surg Full Time Merriman House RN/LPN - Per Diem Obstetrics RN - Per Diem Oncology and Infusion RN - Part Time OR and Surgical Services RN - Per Diem & Full Time Primary Care Registration Clerk - Per Diem Primary Care Medical Assistant - Per Diem Women’s Health Office Assistant (MA cert req) - Full Time 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

HELP WANTED LICENSED ELECTRICIANS ELECTRICAL APPRENTICES Commercial and Industrial Work

Come in to fill out an application at: 33 Central Street, Woodsville, NH or call (603) 747-2722 or (800) 497-8384 Equal Opportunity Employer

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Berlin track teams earn second straight victories

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BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

ALTON BAY--The Berlin High School track teams under the watchful eye coach Bob Lord traveled to Prospect Mountain high school this past Saturday and captured both the boys and girls matches over five other schools.

In the girls’ competition, the Lady Mountaineers had a team score of 128, Newfound was second scoring 107, Prospect next at 80, Portsmouth Christian 66, Raymond 62 and Belmont 44.

Scoring for Berlin included: 800 M3rd L Couture 2:54, 4th M. Krammer 2:57.7, 100 M. Hurd- 3rd H. Bunnell 18.81, 100 M- 4th E. Gendron 14.53, 1600 M- 1st A. Bergeron 6:33, 2nd L. Dumont 6:36.9, 3rd C. Morin 6:38.4, 4x100 Relay- 2nd Berlin 56.8, 400 M1st S. O’Neil 1:02.9, 6th H. Sullivan 1:13.4, 300 M. Hurd- 1st H. Bunnell 56.3, 3200 M- 3rd A. Bergeron 14:28, 4th E. Stiles 14:36, 5th M Lanteigne 14:38, 200 M- 2nd S. O’Neil 28.56, 6th E. Gendron 31.08, 4x400- 1st Berlin 4:43, Triple jump- 3rd E. Landry 26-11, Javelin- 4th T. Marcou 68-10.5, Discus1st A. Biron 80-10.5, 4th M. Demers 71-4.

The boys’ competition proved to be a nail biter. The Berlin boys got it done, however, and took the top spot gaining a team score of 151. Newfound was right there in second at 149 points, Prospect 108, Portsmouth Christian 61, Raymond 25 and Belmont at four points.

Scoring for the boys squad included; 110 M. Hurd- 3rd N. Wheeler 19.41, 100 M- 1st T. Gallagher 11.84, 1600 M3rd H. Heath 5:00, 5th N Stiles 5:19.4, 4x100 Relay- 3rd Berlin 49.4, 400 M-

C. Lamphere 1:00.6, 800 M- 1st D. Heath 2:13.1 2nd D. Moore 2:18.3, 3rd T. Leighton 2:18.9, 300 M. Hurd- 3rd S. Wheeler 48.5, 5th N. Wheeler 51.3, 3200 M- 3rd N. Stiles 11:20, 5th J. Halgren 12:01, 200 M- 5th J. Sunderquist 27.6, 4x400 Relay- 2nd Berlin 3:56, high jump- 3rd R. Wood 5-0, Long Jump- 1st T. Gallagher 18-8, 6th D Moore, Triple Jump- 1st T. Leighton 35-2, 6th D. Moore 30-9.5, Shot Put- 3rd J. Dickinson 32-1.75, 5th R. Dragon 31-10, Javelin- 3rd L. Thagourus 113-11, 5th D. Tibbetts 105-6.5, Discus- 3rd J. Dickinson 101-0, 4th J. Halgren 98-4, 5th R. Dragon 95-3.

Coach Lord was very happy on the teams’ productivity. “It was a close one,” said Lord. “We had a lot of PR’s today for this season. The kids are starting to get into shape and we had a few qualifiers today. My distance crew really took some time off from Tuesday’s meet.

Most improved by 10 seconds or more in the 3200M. Shannon continues to improve. I am holding her back until we feel she is 100 percent. She ran a 60 sec. split in the 4x400M which is close to her record last year. My freshmen are really coming on, and Lindsay Dumont was able to run her first race in the 1600M. Finnegan-Allen’s weight squad is starting to gel also. They are young and the addition of some new blood is showing results. If the freshmen on this team continue to work hard, and stay with track, they will make some noise in Div 3 in a couple of years. There are some very good athletes in that group and they are all multi-sport athletes which keeps them active all year.”

The Berlin squad will travel to Conway on Tuesday to battle Division II Kennett High School.

Berlin girls complete perfect week with 6-3 win over Sanborn

BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

GORHAM--The Berlin girls’ tennis team got some great play from their #3, #4, and #5 seeds and went on to defeat Sanborn 6-3 in a girls’ Division III tennis match in Gorham Friday.

Berlin’s second seed Kathryn Record was off on a scheduled trip and the Mounties had to shuffle their players, moving them all up one position from where they normally play. The Berlin girls responded very well and kept their record a perfect 3-0 on the young season. It was the third game in five days for the Lady Mountaineers and first home game of the year.

In singles, Berlin’s #1 Al Aldrich beat Amanda Bailey 8-0, #2 seed Miriam Arsenault cruised past Jen Bailey 8-1, senior Emily Plourde battled Sara Homan 8-4, Mountie

Erin McGinnis bested Sanborn’s Lauren Barker 8-4, fifth seeded Karli Lacasse lost to Phoebe Nault 4-8, and freshman Emma Dorval lost to Jillian Richard 2-8.

Leadin 4-2, Berlin needed to utilize their doubles matches to secure the victory. Top duo in doubles Al Aldrich and Emily Plourde beat Sanborn’s Bailey and Homan 8-2, Erin McGinnis and Miriam Arsenault took an 8-4 win over Richard and McLaughlin, and youngsters Karli Lacasse and Emma Dorval fell to Barker and Barnum 2-8, making the final score 6-3 Berlin.

Head coach Patty Hood was very happy with the play of her tennis team in the first week of action.

“Great way to end a busy week with a win at home,” said Hood.

The schedule stays busy for the Berlin girls. The Mounties travel to Littleton on Monday and then host Profile on Tuesday.

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Gorham high school junior, Hunter Lambertson, was recently selected to the Division IV boys basketball All-State second team. (JEAN LEBLANC PHOTO)

Kickball anyone? Call the Berlin Rec. Center BERLIN -- Kickball anyone?

The Berlin Recreation Department wants to know if there is an interest for an adult, 18 and older, kickball program? This would obviously be a low-key early evening sport just to keep adults of any age active. But before they can even discuss schedule, price, rules, etc. the Berlin Recreation Department needs to know if there is enough interest to form

teams. Please call 752-2010 to leave your name, telephone number and which weekday evening would be best for you to play kickball.

If there is enough interest, the department will have a meeting to discuss all the logistics. This is a sport any ability can participate in.

Come have some laughs this summer and stay active!

BJHS honor roll students are announced

BERLIN -- Beverly Dupont, principal at Berlin Junior High School, has announced the second trimester honor roll for the 2011-2012 academic school year. Any student with an average of 92.0 with no class average lower than an 88 in any subject is recognized for high academic excellence. Any student with an average of an 88.0 with no class average lower than 85 in any subject is recognized for academic achievement.

High Academic Excellence – Grade 8 Meagan Accardi; Jenna Arguin; Chelsey Caron; Hunter Dagesse; Richard Dagesse; Danielle Desilets; Courtney Dumont; Kayleigh Eastman; Cory Fauteux; Megan Guitard; Trevor Labrecque; Matthew Morin; Dylan Nett; Emily Tennis.

Academic Achievement – Grade 8 Isaac Blaine; Brianna Bryant; Jordyn Buck; Samantha Crossland; Kyle Frenette; Justin Parent; Caitlyn Reardon; Sarah Riff; Autumn Sline; Nathan Trull; Justin Vien.

High Academic Excellence – Grade 7 Rylie Binette; Brooke Caron; Audrey Coulombel Preston Cyr; Melyssa Donovan; Julie Downs; Allison Gallagher; Kalee Hartlen; Alex Mailhot; Samantha Mercier; Brianne Morneau; Renee Morrissette; Robyn Parker; Emily Theriault; Shaeleigh Valliere.

Achievement – Grade 7 Cameron Batchelder; Regan Boucher; CJ Wedge-Boucher; Stacy Gendron; Jamieson Jackson; Noah Wyatt.

Spring Home Improvement Tips White Mountain Lumber

White Mountain Lumber is the Home for Craftsman Tools.

White Mountain Lumber and Ace Hardware are proud to bring the number one tool line in the country to Berlin. Craftsman’s full line of hand and power tools are now available in single pieces and full sets at your local ACE Hardware store. In addition, you can find the

Die Hard brand of battery chargers, jumper cables and booster packs along with air tools.

White Mountain Lumber has take this time to expand other departments within the store to help home improvement professionals and homeowners complete their projects more efficiently.

Stop in a visit them at 30 East Milan Road, or call 603-752-1000.

Classic Coverings

Spring is here…time to renew with Classic Coverings.

Spring is the only season that brings the feeling of freshness that can be invigorating and therapeutic.

With this in mind, now take a fresh look at what you can do inside your home to equal that excitement.

I work closely with my customers to pick the right colors and/or wall coverings. Besides providing tra-

ditional and custom painting techniques, I also do wallpaper removal and installation.

References are available from residential, commercial and municipal clients. Thank you for your consideration and enjoy the season. Claudette Paulin Eames Classic Coverings (603) 723-9592 or claudette. eames@gmail.com.

Mountain Dove Cleaning Company

Residential and commercial; Mike Fodor, 7528180.

Hello to all! We are once again getting back into to the residential side of cleaning industry. We are offering the following; Carpet cleaning/ upholstery cleaning/carpeted stair-cases and scatter rug cleaning and deodorization!

We are also offering hard floor care and cleaning!

Our hard floor care and cleaning includes the following: stripping and waxing/machine washing and waxing of kitchen linoleum floors (wax or no-way floors and VCT Tile floors) along with tile and grouted floor care.

Call our office today for an appointment 752-8180.

CBA announces third quarter honor roll students BERLIN --Community Bible Academy of Berlin has announced its honor students for the third quarter of the 2011/2012 year. High Honors go to Viggo Kardell, Hidalgo Kardell, Tommy Oeschle, Phoebe Ross, Kellee Heinemann, and Noah Cornish. These students maintained an average of 90 or higher during the quarter.

Honor Roll students that have maintained a grade of 80 or above in each subject are Shea Cooney,

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Candice Howry, Jeremy Howry, Benjamin Kready, Austin Cornish, Anna Horsley, Michael Howry, Elianna Kimber, Ashlynn Kready, Tabitha Fortin, Braeden Cooney, Riley Cornish, Malina Heinemann, Emily Horsley, and Alexia Kimber.

Community Bible Academy is a private Christian School located at 595 Sullivan Street in Berlin. For more information about the s chool, please call 7524315.

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Mail or drop off bids at: School Administrative Unit #20 GRS Cooperative School District 123 Main Street, Gorham NH 03581 Please send in your bid by Tuesday, April 10, 2012 clearly marked “1996 Chevy Sierra Pickup”. Bids will be opened at 2:00 pm at the SAU office. The school board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

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The hunt is on

Four and 5 year-olds take off running to find eggs during the annual Easter egg hunt at the Conway Recreation Center Saturday. A larger than usual crowd of kids combed the field for plastic eggs with surprises inside and some found gold or silver eggs for special treats adding to the excitement. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)

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The Notre Dame High School Class of 1971 celebrated their 40th Class Reunion on August 20th. Alumni and guests attended a memorial mass in honor of deceased classmates at St. Anne Church of Good Shepherd Parish followed by a reception at the Town and Country Motor Inn. All those in attendance shared memories from days at Notre Dame High School and enjoyed a video presentation featuring photos of classmates and events from high school days to present. The weekend ended with a brunch on Sunday morning. In attendance: First Row: Fran (Chagnon) Buteau, Daniel Blais, Claudette (Trahan) Labbe, Gloria (Pelchat) Leveille, Donald Valliere, Denyse (Gauthier) Blandina, Carol (Beaudoin) Roberge, Diane (Cloutier) Fletcher, Diane (Cote) Erb, Rachel Hebert, Joan (Piper) Parent. Second Row: Leo Laroche, Dennis Rossignol, Denis Parent, Richard Dupuis, Linda (Dupuis) Labbe, Linda (Lemelin) Friend, Louise (Payeur) Dougherty, Sylvia (Croteau) Charest, Lise (Dumoulin) Peters, Sylvia (Poirier) Ramsey, Lucie (Dumont) Ramsey, Lucy (Therriault) Dinardo (kneeling) Claude St. Onge Third Row: Ronald Bugeau, Elaine (Dumoulin) Bugeau, Richard Tremaine, Doreen (Labonte) Tremaine, Richard Lessard, Roland Turgeon, Maurice Laroche, Maureen (McKelvey) Ramsey, Roger Charest, Robert Poirier, Paul E. Ramsey, Paul Ramsey, Pauline (Girard) Balser, Linda (McKenna) Letarte, Celeste (Michaud) Moyer, Roland Turmel.

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Pauline L’Heureux 1/27/27 - 4/10/2009

So often we don’t take a moment to say what’s in our hearts. And then it’s too late...We wish we had. We’re taking that moment now, Mom, to tell you this...When we were children, there was so much we did not understand. Like how hard you worked, and how much you sacrificed for our family. There were dreams you had to put on hold, and dreams that never came true. You never gave less than the best for us, Mom. Everyday you looked after us, worried about us, and loved us without expecting anything in return.

Mom, we know now and understand that we are who we are, because of you. You made us strong!

We love and miss you so very much.

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Androscoggin Valley Fish and Game Assn., Inc Come join us for the 93rd Annual Androscoggin Valley Fish and Game Annual Banquet on April 19th at St. Anne’s Hall on School Street in Belin.

Banquet Tickets ARE ON SALE NOW at Berlin Mills Variety, 1725 Main Street in Berlin. Tickets are $30 and include gratuity.

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8-Cylinder Automatic Double Cab 31k Miles (Stk#1B0818A)

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