The Berlin Daily Sun, Tuesday, May 24, 2011

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Graduation is a family affair at White Mountains Community College. Margaret Ramback of Bethlehem and her daughter Nicole both received associate degrees as did William Joyce of Stark and his son Travis. (BARBARA TETREAULT PHOTO)

WMCC graduates encouraged to be independent and give to others

BY BARBARA TETREAULT THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

BERLIN – Graduates at White Mountains Community College Friday were urged to balance being strong and independent with giving to their communities and helping others. Commencement Speaker Richard Ober noted that New Hampshire’s reputation for independence is legendary. But he noted that under the “mainstream of rugged individualism is a practical current of interdependence and cooperation”. Ober called on the graduates to be responsible citizens and give back to their communities.

President of the N.H. Charitable Foundation, Ober encouraged the graduates to consider working for a non-profit. He noted that nonprofits provide one in eight jobs in the state. But he said one does not have to work for a non-profit to help

others.

“No, you definitely can’t change the world and you can’t save the world but you can do something,” he said, reciting a list of ways the graduates can help, from volunteering to coach kids to donating blood.

Ober advised the graduates to develop a sense of place for the region they call home. Regardless of where the graduates end up living, Ober urged them to “know the place where you live”.

While his home is the Monadnock region where he grew up and lives, Ober said he developed a fondness for the North Country while working on his book, ‘The Northern Forest’.

“You may stay or you may leave but either way you’ll take a piece of this place with you,” he said.

A record 231 students graduated from WMCC this year and over 150

took part in Friday evening’s commencement exercises held outdoors under pleasant spring weather.

In-coming Student Senate President Marie Allbee recognized the hard work of the graduates, noting “college is not a matter of just showing up.” Their diplomas, she said, represent a commitment and respect for themselves.

“By bettering myself, I improve conditions for others, and by improving conditions for others, I improve the world,” she said.

Honor Society Phi Theta Kappa President Kayla McLain said graduates received an excellent education and acquired life skills during their time at WMCC. “You achieved your educational accomplishment today, not by chance, but because you set your goals high, worked hard, and persevered through any of the hurdles

you have had along the way. Stand proud, you deserve it,” she said.

Concluding with a poem, McLain urged her fellow graduates to reach for their next star.

Among the graduates were two parent and child combinations mother and daughter Margaret and Nicole Ramback of Bethlehem and father and son, William and Travis Joyce of Stark.

An honorary Degree was awarded to Richard Smith, CEO of Southworth-Milton, Inc. The Chancellor’s award for teaching excellence went to Professor of Human Services Sue Dunn and for service excellence to Administrative Assistant to the President Gloria Tremblay. Tremblay also earned an associate degree. The President’s Award, which goes to the student with the highest grade point average, went to Jeffrey Richards.

County joins grant application for program to link N.H. prosecutors BERLIN— The Coos County Commissioners Wednesday approved a grant application that would supply the county attorney with computer equipment and software linking all the prosecutors in the state.

The federal grant would supply the N.H. Attorney General’s Office and county prosecutors’ offices around the state computer equipment, software and training for a program that would link all the agencies together.

County Attorney Robert Mekeel said this would allow various prosecutors to look up and access case files from around the state.

For Coos County, Mekeel said the hardware, software and training is worth about $30,000.

“To be linked with other prosecutors’ offices would be a big help to us,” said Mekeel.

With the new system, Mekeel said, when someone is arrested a prosecu-

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Defense attorneys around the state already have a similar system in place, said Mekeel. He added this allows them to seize on a situation or issue and present it in all the state’s courts.

Prosecutors don’t have the ability to counter that right now, he said.

Another benefit to the system, said

Mekeel, is that it would allow his office to do more with electronic filing and document reproduction.

When someone is indicted by the grand jury, Mekeel said his office makes two copies of the file, one of which is for the defense attorney. With the new system, he added the file can be scanned and given to the defense attorney in an electronic format rather than a hard copy. see COUNTY page 9

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Gossip cash machine LOS ANGELES — In late July 2010, the Southampton, N.Y., police charged Michael Lohan, the father of the actress Lindsay Lohan, with physically harassing his fiancée. When the news hit on the gossip Web site TMZ, Mr. Lohan was at the Sunset Tower in Los Angeles, where he had been on the interview circuit discussing his daughter’s imprisonment stemming from drunken-driving charges.

Mr. Lohan was hardly morose about his own legal troubles. His hotel room and the hallway outside it buzzed with giddy deal-making as he and his entourage conducted business with the door open.

It could all be overheard by passers-by — or, by coincidence, a New York Times reporter staying in a room across the way.

An associate of Mr. Lohan’s ran through the plan: ignite a bidding war between TMZ and its rival Web site Radar for Mr. Lohan’s side of the story and for embarrassing recordings he claimed to have of his fiancée, Kate Major. “What you want is to make them pay for that exclusivity,” the associate said.

Sure enough, Radar went on to post four “exclusives” quoting Mr. Lohan denying the charges and threatening to release tapes of Ms. Major.

This is how it works in the new world of round-the-clock gossip, where even a B-list celebrity’s tangle with the law can be spun into easy money, feeding the public’s seemingly bottomless appetite for dirt about the famous.

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JOPLIN, Mo. (NY Times) — Much of this southwestern Missouri city lay in ruins on Monday after a massive tornado, the latest storm to ravage the Midwest and South this spring, tore through the area, killing at least 90 people. Officials say they expect the death toll to climb.

The twister, which touched down at about 6 p.m. Sunday in this city of 49,000 people, ripped apart buildings, started fires, uprooted trees and left cars in man-

gled stacks of metal.

Gov. Jay Nixon of Missouri said the enormous size of the storm and its slow, plodding pace were to blame for the destruction.

“This tornado basically started over Joplin and stayed there for a long time,” Mr. Nixon said in an interview as he drove to Joplin to oversee rescue efforts.

“It is devastating but we are working hard to continue to find those that are still alive.”

Mr. Nixon said five families had been found alive so far and were pulled from rubble.

Residents received a 24-minute warning that the tornado was headed toward the city, giving many a few precious moments to gather children and run for safety. When the tornado struck, it cut a path of damage through Joplin that officials estimate was a mile wide and four miles long, with wind speeds reaching 166 miles per hour.

Justices order California Obama presses Israel to shed 30,000 prisoners to make ‘hard choices’ WASHINGTON (NY Times) — Conditions in California’s overcrowded prisons are so bad that they violate the Eighth Amendment’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment, the Supreme Court ruled on Monday, ordering the state to reduce its prison population by more than 30,000 inmates.

Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, writing for the majority in a 5-to-4 decision that broke along ideological lines, described a prison system that failed to deliver mini-

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Justices Antonin Scalia and Samuel A. Alito Jr. filed vigorous dissents. Justice Scalia called the order affirmed by the majority “perhaps the most radical injunction issued by a court in our nation’s history.” Justice Alito said “the majority is gambling with the safety of the people of California.”

WASHINGTON (NY Times) — President Obama struck back at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel in a speech to a pro-Israel lobbying group on Sunday, defending his stance that talks over a Palestinian state should be focused on Israel’s pre1967 borders, along with negotiated land swaps, and challenging Israel to “make the hard choices” needed to bring about peace.

Obama, speaking before a conference of the influential American Israel Public Affairs Committee, offered familiar assurances that the United States’ commitment to Israel’s long-term security was “ironclad.” But citing the rising political upheaval near Israel’s borders, he presented his peace plan as the best chance Israel has to avoid growing isolation.

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Gas prices fall in New Hampshire CONCORD — Gas prices in New Hampshire are following the national trend and falling.

The price-monitoring website NewHampshireGasPrices.com reports Monday that the average price of gas has fallen more than three cents in the past

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Alleged victim testifies in sexual assault trial

CONCORD — A woman who says she was 15 years old when she was raped by a member of her church was the first witness to testify in Ernest Willis’ trial Monday in Concord.

Tina Anderson became pregnant and said she was forced to apologize to the congregation at Trinity Baptist Church in Concord. Anderson has allowed her face to be shown and identity revealed, saying it will help people better understand her story.

Anderson, 29, said she was assaulted twice by Willis in 1997. Willis attended her church, and she baby sat for him.

Willis admitted to having sex one time with Anderson, but he said it was not forcible. Anderson said she was assaulted the first time by Willis when he was giving her driving lessons.

“I just remember it was kind of a dark parking lot,” she said.

Anderson testified that when she realized she was pregnant, she asked Willis to meet her at a restaurant in August 1997 to tell him the news. She said Trinity Baptist Church Pastor Chuck Phelps was informed and came up with a plan to ship her to Colorado

for the duration of her pregnancy.

She gave birth there and gave the baby up for adoption.

Anderson testified she was forced to apologize to the congregation and was even asked by Willis’ wife if she “enjoyed” the alleged sexual assault.

“When I first came forward, I told my mother and Chuck it was only once because I was afraid they wouldn’t believe me if I said it happened twice,” she said.

Defense attorney Donna Brown pressed Anderson about the time line of events. Anderson became emotional and frustrated on the stand, triggered by the defense asking her about her menstrual cycle from 14 years ago.

“It has been 14 years,” she said. “You are not going to remember a timeline exactly when you are 15 years old and scared out of your mind. Give me a break.”

Willis and Phelps are scheduled to take the stand this week, and the jury is expected to begin deliberations by the end of the week. If convicted, Willis could be sentenced to 60 years in prison.

Willis has pleaded guilty to one charge and will be sentenced at a later date.

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An unlikely ally helps battle motorcycle noise complaints

BY GRETYL MACALASTER THE UNION LEADER

HAMPTON — Local law enforcement has partnered with Seacoast Harley-Davidson to address the issue of motorcycle noise as the riding season gets under way.

The Seacoast is a popular place for motorcyclists, but with the motorcycles also come complaints.

“Motorcycle Noise Annoys” is the slogan of an educational campaign being promoted by the Portsmouth, Hampton, North Hampton, Rye and New Castle police departments as well as Seacoast Harley-Davidson.

The goal is to educate both motorcyclists and the public about the laws.

Portsmouth Police Chief David “Lou” Ferland said most motorcyclist follow the law and have exhaust systems that do not exceed the state limit of 106 decibels.

But a small percentage continues to use illegally modified exhaust systems, opting to risk an $84 ticket.

During a press conference at Seacoast Harley-Davidson on Friday, law enforcement officials said they would seek to suspend the motorcycle registrations of repeat offenders as further incentive to get motorcyclists to comply with the law.

“As much as motorcyclists have an equal right to visit the area and are welcome to, people who live here or visit have an equal right to enjoy their peace,” Ferland said.

Ferland was joined at the press conference by Hampton Police Chief Jamie Sullivan, North Hampton Police Chief Brian Page, New Castle Police Chief Don White, Rye Police Chief Kevin Walsh, New Hampshire State Police Sgt. Stephen Kase and Seacoast Harley-Davidson owner Al Contois.

The dealership helped fund the campaign, including the large posters with the slogan “Motorcycle Noise Annoys” featuring area police chiefs

at Seacoast Harley-Davidson and an informational brochure explaining some of the more commonly misunderstood motorcycle laws, with a request that riders be considerate of residents’ concerns.

“We want to educate owners and the public about what legal motorcycle exhaust is,” Ferland said.

He said most motorcycle exhaust systems are compliant with the law, and a lot of the complaints come from a “perception problem.”

Michele Peckham, a North Hampton legislator, said New Hampshire has the highest decibel levels allowed in New England, and as a homeowner on Atlantic Avenue, she is no stranger to the rumblings of motorcycle groups as they pass by.

“I think it is fabulous that HarleyDavidson wants to partner with local police to get people to comply with 106 (decibels), but personally I think that 106 is way too loud,” Peckham said.

She said there has been at least three attempts in Concord to change the state law, but it never makes it out of committee.

Contois said Seacoast Harley-Davidson is excited about the opportunity to partner with local law enforcement on the issue.

“We believe with this partnership we can come up with a solution locally that meets all our needs,” Contois said.

North Hampton Police Chief Brian Page is no stranger to motorcycle noise complaints. A citizens group successfully placed a warrant article on the 2010 ballot creating an ordinance that the decibel level from motorcycles in town cannot exceed 82 decibels. Page said the ordinance is unenforceable because it is overridden by state law.

“It is common knowledge that I refuse to enforce the ordinance,” Page said. “We have to be fair to the citizens, but we have to give motorcycle operators their rights.”

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Many people see the promise in our city To the editor: A few days ago two gentlemen and I were standing waiting for the bank to open.

I was looking with interest at the renovations to the old Rite Aid property going on across the street. Then I heard one gentleman commenting to the other what a waste of money that was, when we have so many needs in town. The other commented they wouldn’t even let the Dollar Store move into the Rite Aid Building. Finally they finished by wondering what good a farmer’s market was.

Given the hard times we’re in, I can understand their feelings. They were relating to our situation right now.

But Berlin is too great a city to sink into a survival mentality like that.

We need to remember the strong history of the town that paper built and the strong cultural communities and relationships that have endured down through the years. This is a city anyone could be proud of!

We also need to look forward to our future. Yes, we are in a transition from being a one industry city.

Yes, it takes time for change to build. But many people see the promise in our city.

Local people are working hard to build new businesses and provide lively activities

and cultural events. Outsiders are also seeing Berlin as place worthy of investment.

Entrepreneurs and government programs are bringing new life to Berlin.

When the budget is tight, it’s hard to look to the future.

We need to encourage each other, give a helping hand here and there, and join actively in creating our new city. Everyone can do something to help. Some can write our legislators to be sure they understand our strengths and our needs. Some can work with others to beautify our downtown. Some can advocate for our youth or serve as volunteers in youth activities. We can all give a friendly welcome to new people in town, whether tourists or people coming to work here.

I myself am a relative newcomer to town. I’ve worked here for the past ten years.

There is so much to like about Berlin! The people, the scenery, the small town friendliness. There are also problems, and poverty is a huge weight here. But we have choices we can make every day--be isolated and despairing, or join together and be part of the change that is coming. I urge everyone to choose life-maybe a bit different from before, but just as exciting.

Betsy Hess Randolph

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By Tiffany Benna, Public Affairs Officer White Mountain National Forest

Only You Can Prevent Bear Problems

Pulling out tents and sleeping bags, backpacks and coolers (despite the last few days of pouring rain), I know I join millions of people getting ready for camping season.

With Memorial Day weekend upon us and the White Mountain National Forest campgrounds open, it seems like a good time to talk about black bears.

The truth is we’ve been having a lot of discussions about black bears lately. Internally, here at the Forest Service, as well as with NH Fish and Game and other partners. It seems the number of bears is growing and a lot of people continue to visit the Forest (like 6 million a year). Put together, this means encounters may become more frequent.

We’ve been talking about events and behaviors that occurred last year and what we can do to prevent negative encounters this year.

You’ll see some new stuff from all of us and you’ll hear lots of people talking about black bears. But in the end, what really determines the increase in encounters and the kind of encounters between people and bears is up to you - the camper, hiker, homeowner, business person. (Wow, did you see that one coming?)

Wild bears have a natural fear of humans and will attempt to avoid people and developed areas – no, no, it’s true, they will. But a fed bear – a bear that has successfully gotten food (bird seed, garbage, pet food, picnic condiments, or sandwiches) – that bear will abandon natural foods and go for the “easy” food. That bear may approach people, wander through campgrounds, hang out by roads or trails, or return to dumpsters. That bear has become a problem bear. But make no mistake, that bear is a not a tame bear, it’s not a trained bear, it’s not a cute and cuddly teddy bear. It’s still a wild animal, and a reach for a piece of food or left out cooler comes with 1.5 inch long front claws.

You’ve heard the saying, “A Fed Bear is a Dead Bear,” you’ve heard the warnings, “Don’t Feed Bears!” you’ve been learning “to live with bears.” And lots of people really listen to these messages and change their behavior, whether getting bear proof dumpsters or securing garbage in enclosed buildings, or keeping a clean camp, putting food away, packing coolers up and down from campsites to secure them in a closed vehicle, or if doing some backcountry camping using bear-proof canisters.

But the truth is, some people don’t know, or maybe don’t care. Perhaps they’ve never encountered a bear while camping or hiking.

Perhaps they aren’t convinced they are in bear country. It’s hard to say why people leave food out in their campsites. And even harder to understand why someone would reach out with their hands and actually offer food to a bear – a bear! When I see those pictures of bears climbing trees to grab bird feeders, or eating an apple out of someone’s hand, or a cub coming close to take a sandwich, I don’t see a “cool” pic. I see a soon to be tagged bear, and a soon to be dead bear. Because at that point, when the bear has been successful, where some of that natural fear has worn off,

it’s just too late. Too late for me to say “Don’t feed bears,” and too late for the bear.

It’s a horrible place to be – that space of knowing it’s just too late, when people’s behavior have affected the safety not only of themselves, and the campers and recreators coming behind them, but also the safety of the bear. A bear will keep coming back to the site of success. That means when your family leaves, another family may bear (no play on words here) the burden of a food habituated bear. And now a decision has to be made – a careful, hard, and gut wrenching decision.

(Look for the next column for the reflection from a District Ranger who just last year faced that space between people’s behavior, people’s safety, and a bear and with NH Fish and Game, had to make a decision.)

But, here we are now at the beginning of the camping season. It’s the perfect time to make sure everybody knows and cares that we are indeed in bear country. You need to come prepared for bears and make sure you read signs at trailheads and campgrounds with bear messages.

I know, for some, seeing a black is almost a magical moment, a moment to take in the awe of beauty, a moment of reverence and respect for nature. For others, the thought may not be so comforting. While some will never see a bear, knowing what to do and what to bring helps everyone feel more comfortable. So what do you do when you encounter a bear? Well, it depends.

If you are hiking and encounter a bear, stop. You can raise your hands and say “whoa bear, whoa” and slowly walk away. Remove yourself from the situation. If you stop for a picnic lunch out of your backpack, keep it right next to you and don’t walk away from it.

Just those few moments away are enough for a bear to successfully steal your pack.

If you’re camping and a bear wanders into your site, stop and slowly back away. Remove yourself from the situation. If car camping, you might even slip into your car until the bear moves on.

Always report encounters to your campground hosts or to backcountry rangers. That information helps us know where bears are, if they’ve gotten food or not, and gives us that information to pass along to our visitors who then in turn can make informed decisions about their hike or stay.

Whether hiking or camping, in campgrounds from vehicles or in the backcountry, if you encounter a bear, it’s a good time to stop and think, “Are you prepared to be in bear country?” Can you secure your food overnight? This means keeping a clean camp, putting food away and coolers in secure vehicles, or having a bear-proof canister or equipment and experience to do a proper bear hang. If you are prepared and feel comfortable, you may decide to keep your itinerary. However, if you aren’t prepared, perhaps it’s time to rethink your plans.

Never keep food or toiletries in your tent.

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Maybe we will have enough people walking to school with us to log the miles needed to make the trip back home! So, please join us every day of the week at the Gorham Common’s Info Booth at 7:20 a.m. and walk to EFS each morning (one half mile route). The more people joining us, the better our chances are of achieving this lofty goal. We walk rain or shine.

Walk NH Week is an event designed to encourage people of all ages to get out, get moving and participate in a one to three mile community walk.

Governor John Lynch has proclaimed June 1-7 Walk NH Week as a way to promote walking and help keep New Hampshire residents on a healthy path. The goal of Walk NH Week is to inspire participants to continue walking as part of a healthy lifestyle long after the June events end.

For more information, Rob Larivee 466-3334 or email robert.larivee@ sau20.org Also visit Walk NH’s website at www.WalkNH.org for more details about this walk and the Walk NH program.

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The 5th Annual Daniel Legendre Memorial Golf Tournament is scheduled for Sat., May 28, at the AVCC in

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Not a golfer? No problem, you can just make a contribution.

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RAFFLE from page 4

and prizes were offered by North Woods Massage, Saladinos, Peebles, Berlin Bowling Center, and the AMC. A special thank you to Mr. Pizza, although the holder of the winning ticket to the top raffle prize of a 100 gallons of home heating from CN Brown, they elected to graciously redonate the oil to help a needy family.

Project Youth students and staff send all their thanks to all for participating and sponsors especially the Gorham Town Hall and Berlin City GM Super Store.

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BEARS from page 4

or at home. Together we can change our behavior, or influence the behavior of our guests or even neighbors – and therefore not change the behaviors of bears. We can help keep black bears wild, know what to do if we encounter a moment with those majestic animals, and have a safe summer season.

For more information on black bears and camping or hiking, please contact the White Mountain National Forest at (603) 536-6100 or visit us online at http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/white. You can also visit NH Fish and Game at http:// www.wildnh.com/Wildlife/Somethings_Bruin.htm. And don’t forget to look for the next White Mountain Moment with guest columnist, District Ranger Katie Stuart.

Town Hall. Over $2,000 dollars was raised in this first May Day Raffle.

Afterschool students, parents, and the public enjoyed snacks, games and the fundraising raffle. Funds from the raffle will be used to support the afterschool program and activities.

A number of area businesses generously contributed prizes to the raffle including Aubuchon Hardware of Berlin which donated a Chargrill Electric BBQ, Berlin IGA Foodliner and an anonymous donor teamed up to contribute a $125 gift card. Other donors

bars snuck in their tents for midnight snack – but often forget other smelly items that might attract a bear. Yup, even toothpaste and soap smell good to a bear (remember they’ll crawl into a dumpster). Make sure all smelly items (don’t forget about those clothes you cooked in) are removed from your tent and secured in a vehicle, bear hang, or bear-proof canister (still placed 100 feet from your sleeping area).

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Coos County Nursing Home celebrates National Nursing Home Week BERLIN -- Coos County Nursing Home celebrated National Nursing Home Week and their 35 Anniversary May 8 -14. This year’s theme was “Fulfilling the Promise”. Volunteers, entertainers, family, friends, and staff were honored for their dedication to the residents. They provide love, care, companionship, and recreation to the residents and turn a house into a “home” for them.

Celebrations began with an opening ceremony on May 9. Mayor Paul Grenier, Pastor Theresa Stirling, and the Berlin High School Band were all part of the event.

Volunteers were recognized at a special dinner and the President of Resident Council, Lucille Lessard, spoke to all present thanking them for all they do and shared her personal journey with them.

Staff was treated to Dunkin Donuts in appreciation of all they do from Resident Council and a “Spa Day” on the previous week from the facility.

The week also included a visit from the Moffett House staff and Poof Tardiff to share stories and pictures of Berlin, entertainment with Billy Gagnon and Peter Ole, pizza party with the Hillside School Peer Helpers, a memorial service, Champagne Bingo, special breakfast, and a barbecue lunch. It was a fun-filled week and enjoyed by all.

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Jennifer Fligg, 33, of Albany, Maine, was fined $310 for driving after suspension or revocation. A 30-day sentence to the house of corrections for resisting arrest or detention was suspended per two years of good behavior. A charge of disobeying an officer was placed on file per one year of good behavior.

David St. Cyr, of Berlin, was fined $150 for an inspection violation, and the fine was suspended on the condition of no motor vehicle violations for one year.

Jonathan King, 22, of Berlin, was fined $620 for driving after suspension or revocation and $620 for a second count of driving after suspension or revocation. Charges of unregistered OHRV and operating an OHRV on a public way were nol prossed.

Robert Howland, 30, of Berlin, was fined $248 for receiving stolen property.

A 30-day sentence to the house of corrections was suspended on the condition he pay the fine. A charge of default or breach of bail conditions was nol prossed.

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Carl Ouellet, 43, of Berlin, was fined $72 for operating an OHRV without landowner’s permission.

Nicholas Marois, 21, of Berlin, had a speed violation placed on file per six months of good behavior.

Kenneth Gianlorenzo, 51, of Jefferson, was fined $124 for counterfeit, forged or unauthorized sticker.

Jessica Leeman, 30, of Berlin, was sentenced to six months in the house of corrections for a probation violation.

Lawrence Leger, 56, of Shelburne, was fined $620 for driving or operating under the influence of drugs or liquor and his license was suspended for nine months.

Ryan Podd, 27, of Jeffersonville, Vt., was fined $434 for acts prohibited.

Gwen McKinnon, 39, of Berlin, was fined $620 for theft by unauthorized taking. Two other charge of theft by unauthorized taking were placed on file.

Caitlyn Morrissette, 20, of Berlin, was fined $372 for unlawful possession of

alcohol. A charge of transportation of alcohol by a minor was dismissed.

Christopher Drouin, 21, of Gorham, was fined $434 for possession of marijuana. A charge of possession of drugs was dismissed.

C.S. Perreault Transport, of Newport Center, Vt., was fined $124 for overweight load and a registration violation was nol prossed.

Mallory Audette, 18, of Milan, was fined $372 for unlawful possession of alcohol. An open container charge was dismissed.

Mary Bisson, 19, of Berlin, was fined $372 for unlawful possession of

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Randy Corriveau, 42, of Conway, was fined $310 for driving after suspension or revocation. A second count of driving after suspension or revocation was nol prossed.

Jeffrey Bennett, 20, of Gorham, was fined $434 for possession of marijuana.

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Notice To Residents Of The Town Of Gorham, NH The Town of Gorham’s Budget Committee has 3 Vacant Seats and 1 Vacancy for Clerk/ Secretary of the Committee.

The Committee would like to fill the vacancies at it’s early June meeting that will be posted, therefore the Committee encourages any Gorham Resident who is interested in filling a vacancy to submit a letter of interest in hand or by mail to the Gorham Budget Committee at 20 Park Street, Gorham, NH 03581 no-later than 6/1/2011.

Noting that, the committee seat appointments last until the next Town Meeting per RSA 32-15 Roman 7 and per RSA’s 673:6 and 7 two Planning Board Members whether elected or an appointed alternate cannot serve on the same board “committee” or commission.

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Wilton, Me.; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Bill Thomas, and her paternal grandfather, Harold Essman.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday May 25, 2011 at 1 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5 Route 2, Gorham/ Randolph Town Line, Randolph, NH. Calling hours will be held from 11 Stacey R. Farrell and son Connor a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday at the church, prior to the service.

Interment will follow in the Russian City Cemetery, Berlin, NH. Anyone who wishes may make a donation to a trust fund being established for her son, Connor Quaid Farrell, C/O Harold Essman, 440 Temple Rd., Wilton, Me., 04294.

Arrangements are by the Bryant Funeral Home, Berlin, NH. Online guest book at www.bryantfuneralhome.net.

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BERLIN -- Stacey R. Farrell, 26, of 150 Maynesboro Street, Berlin, NH, passed away on May 21, 2011 at her home. She was born in Farmington, Me., on Jan. 9, 1985, the daughter of Harold Essman and Heidi (Thomas).

Stacey moved to Berlin at the age of 11, attended Berlin schools and graduated from Berlin High School. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Randolph. She loved her son who was her life. Stacey enjoyed time spent with her family and her partner Brendan.

She also enjoyed the outdoors, walking and time spent at camp.

Members of the family include her son, Connor Quaid Farrell of Berlin, NH; her partner Brendan Shannon of Guildhall, Vt.; her mother, Heidi (Thomas) Dube and her partner Jay Ronhock of Lancaster, NH; her father, Harold Essman and wife Joy of Wilton, Me.; sisters and brothers, Emily Gagnon, Nick Essman, Michael Dube, Matt Dube, Josh Dube, Bryn Perry, Tiera Leclaire, Kali Essman, Joel Essman, Rahshel Essman, Layna Essman, Shem Essman, Natasha Essman and Arianna Essman; her maternal grandmother, Rosalie Thomas of Berlin, NH; her paternal grandmother, Jean Buchannan of

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BERLIN -- Funeral Services for George L. Ramsey, 86, of 224 Cates Hill Rd., Berlin were held on May 20, 2011 at St. Anne Church of Good Shepherd Parish, following prayers at the Bryant Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial was concelebrated by Reverend Eddy Bisson and Reverend Richard Roberge. The pall was placed by Aime, Susan, Jacob and Sr. Jacqueline Ramsey and the Crucifix was placed by Adeline Ramsey.

The readings were done by Susan Ramsey and Carl Ramsey. A poem was read by Pierre Dumont and gifts were presented by Jacob Ramsey and Jesse Cote. The cantor was Emilie Stiles, the

organist was Sandra Patrick, the altar servers were Phyllis Morrissette and Raymond Francoeur, and Jean-Paul and Wendy Lettre handed out the booklets. Interment was in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Father Bisson and Father Roberge read the committal prayers.

The pallbearers were David Ramsey, Daniel Guilmette, Charles Ramsey, George Brochu, Richard Robichaud and Paul Guay. Military Honors were provided by members of the New Hampshire Honor Guard and the White Mountain Veterans Council. The American Flag was folded and presented to Mrs. Ramsey. Many relatives and friends attended the service.

CAMANO ISLAND, WASH. -Robert J. Hamlin Robert was born December 16, 1941 in Berlin, New Hampshire, to Mark and Audrey Hamlin;. He passed away October 14, 2010 at his home on Camano Island, Washington. Robert served in the US Air Force for 20 years achieving the rank of senior master sergeant. He was named Airmen of the Year and also received the Presidential Meritorious Service Medal at the conclusion of his military career.

In the private sector, he achieved great success in technology operations serving as both director of operations and chief operating officer for companies located in both California and Washington. He enjoyed a great round of golf, traveling with his wife and fishing. His

Funeral service to be held for Arthur Demers BERLIN -- A Mass of Christian burial for Arthur A. Demers will be held Saturday, May 28, at 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Parish.

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Lake; Deborah Hamlin, Daughter, of Riverside, Calif.; Grandson Michael Hamlin also of Riverside; LJ Livingston, Daughter and her husband Brent of Chula Vista, Calif., Granddaughters Pearl and Ella also of Chula Vista; Tracey Hamlin-Landry, Sister and her husband James of Kingston, NH; Bruce Hamlin, Brother and his wife Ruthanne of Falmouth, Me.; Isaac Brewer, Stepson of Marysville, Wash.; Carmen Bowen, Stepdaughter and

her husband Bo, of Everett, Wash.; Lance Brewer, Stepson, of Camano Island, Wash.; Several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.

A graveside service with military honors will be held on Saturday May 28, 2011 at 2 p.m. at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Milan, NH. The Bryant Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the guestbook, please visit www.bryantfuneralhome. net.

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More photos by Mark Ducharme featured at hospital art gallery BERLIN -- The Androscoggin Valley Hospital Auxiliary has announced that a new photography exhibition by professional photographer, Mark R. Ducharme, is currently on display at AVH, as part of the on-going Rotating Art Program.

Mark, his wife and family, are residents of Berlin. They relocated to New Hampshire in 2004. Mr. Ducharme holds both an Architectural Technician Degree and a Computer Software Developer Degree.

Since Mark’s last showing at AVH in August 2010, he has been quite busy photographing weddings and other events all over the New England Area. He is also actively supporting the community and other charitable organizations by donating his work for auctions and sponsoring various events.

Mark’s interest in photography began in 2000 when he purchased his first digital camera. The ease of use and the instant gratification of viewing his photos sparked his interest. He hasn’t looked back. Since that time, he has continued to improve his skill and master his craft. Mark’s distinctive style, intense creativity, and unique perspective of visualizing objects, people, and landscapes is apparent in his work.

Mark commented. “The art of photography is a skill like any other trade. I use my unique style and creativity to bring out the beauty of the

North Country. With the majestic New Hampshire Mountains and changing seasons as the canvas, my camera is the paintbrush.”

Mark has contributed to numerous community-based activities including the events of the Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Program.

He has been involved with the Northern Forest Heritage Park events, American Cancer Society Relay for Life in Berlin and Mark Ducharme photographing crucial town moments such as the demolition of the Pulp Mill. Mr. Ducharme also has donated his scenic photos for the 2007 and 2009 Androscoggin Valley Chamber Magazines, which have been distributed throughout New Hampshire. Mark has had his work displayed at St Kieran’s Center for the Arts. Other examples of his work can be found on www.mrdphotography.net. Or, search on Facebook under Mark R. Ducharme Photography.

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GHS to hold Nat. Honor Society induction

GORHAM -- The Gorham Middle High School will be holding their annual National Junior Honor Society and National Honor Society inductions at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26.

The induction will recognize the many hours of dedication that present members have accomplished, as well as welcoming our newest scholars.

The NJHS represents students from DUCHARME from page 10

to Androscoggin Valley Hospital is on display until the end of May. Each month, the AVH Auxiliary Rotating Art Program features an artist and his/her respective works for public viewing inside AVH. The display is located in the Cafeteria, giving guests an opportunity to enjoy a meal

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grades 6, 7, and 8, while the NHS represents students from grades 9 through 12.

The students have been chosen because of their outstanding scholarship, citizenship, leadership, character, and service in their community and school. The induction will take place in the Gorham High School cafeteria. All are welcome to attend.

while admiring the artwork.

If you are (or know of) an artist of photography, original painting, or other types of art, and would like to have the work on display for a period of time in the AVH Auxiliary Art Gallery, you are welcome to call Edwina Keene, AVH volunteer coordinator, at 326-5676.

St. Vincent de Paul Rehabilitation and Nursing Center held its annual Employee Longevity Recognition event on Tuesday, May 17. All employees were honored for their longevity. Special recognition was given to: (l-r) Kelly O’Neil-L’Heureux, LNA (10 years), Angela McDonough, LNA (5 years), Irene Fortier, Activity Aide (5 years), Kim Sias-Lombardi, Social Services Director (5 years), Louise Marquis, Administrator (10 years), Diane Lapointe, Business Office Manager (15 years), and Darlene Mercauto, Scheduler (20 years). Absent from the photo were Patricia Colburn, RN (5 years), Gail Couture, LPN (5 years), Lucy Croteau, Dietary Aide (5 years), Sara Herriott, LPN (5 years), Kelly Sargent, RN (5 years), and Diane Fortier, LNA (10 years).

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Changes are happening fast. When the old way collapses, you switch gears.

Get back out into the world and meet new people. You will expand interests and enlarge your network.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

You will be managing people and doing a fine job of it. You are part nurturer and part mediator, using your communication skills to acknowledge each person, as well as to nudge them toward maximum productivity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

You demand a lot. Then again, you are willing to do whatever you ask others to do. They sense this and respect you and the job in question much more because of it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). If you’re afraid to talk about something, there’s a good reason. Exhume it.

Maybe it’s a secret you were asked to keep or a situation that makes you feel guilty or powerless. Get it out now and be free of it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You have a holistic view of things now, and you see how each person’s contribution is vitally important to an organization’s success. Share your observations.

Others need to realize this now, too.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 24).

You’ll enjoy life, and it gets easier for you this year. In June, you’ll reduce expenses and increase your income.

July brings an exciting meeting -- your professional path could change. You’ll be honored at a celebration in August.

You’ll form a deep connection with a gentle and patient someone in September. Scorpio and Cancer people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 23, 10, 50, 39 and 28.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Usually, when someone keeps you waiting, you see it as a sign of disrespect. Don’t take it personally, but do heed the message.

The one who makes you wait today is likely to be a repeat offender.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You close an emotional distance. You embrace a loved one and forget about whatever it was that kept you apart.

This selective memory loss is, for now, for the best.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The problem you thought was handled comes sneaking back. Give this niggling little bother a new name -- a grand and pompous label that will allow you to laugh at the ridiculousness of it and banish it for good.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Keep in mind that not everything has to be deeply profound. You’ll get a kick out of the silliness a playful person brings to your world, and you will never regret it if you join in.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You cannot buy self-esteem with money, and yet there is a cost. Right now, that cost is called “follow through.” You’ll do whatever it takes to do what you said you were going to do.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll probably find yourself fighting for something you never intended to defend.

You got all wrapped up in things, and now you care more than you wanted to.

Your passion is part of what makes you great.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Creative endeavors are wonderfully involving.

You have a strong vision -- one that may have to morph because you’re not the only one who has to like it.

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ACROSS 1 Invoices 6 Surrounded by 10 Big party 14 “Bye, Pierre!”

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42 Water vapor 44 __ training; boot camp 46 Charged atom 47 Bird’s claw 49 Girl’s bow 51 Sailor 54 Greek cheese 55 Worshipped 56 Hours for going to sleep 60 Asian desert 61 Festival 63 Perfect 64 Heron’s cousin 65 “...and they lived happily __ after.”

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Free Small Business Counseling: Stewart Gates of the NH Small Business Development Center (NH SBDC) will be available to meet with entrepreneurs, by appointment only, for no cost business counseling, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Business Enterprise Development Corporation (BEDCO), 177 Main Street, Berlin, New Hampshire. Call 752-3319 for appointment.

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––––––––––––––– ONGOING CALENDAR –––––––––––––– Tuesday Cholesterol Clinic: Monday through Friday, by appointment only, Berlin Health Dept. City Hall, Berlin. Call 752-1272 for appointment, All area residents welcome. Cost $10.

AA Meeting: Women’s meeting, 10 to 11 a.m., St, Barnabas Church, 2 High St., Berlin.

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) The White Mt. Apple User Group: will not be meeting until September, check the website www. wmaug.com for the date and further information.

Developmental Play-group: For infant and toddlers offered by Family Centered Early Supports & Services (FCESS), 10: to 11 a.m., Berlin Recreation Center on the first and third Tuesdays each month. This group is free of charge. FMI Cassie Risch 603-447-4356 x3 or e-mail crisch@ northernhs.org.Gorham.

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 7525464 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.

The Teen Center: St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, corner of Main and High streets, Berlin.

Open Monday-Friday from 2:30-6 p.m. for teens who are of ages 14 to 19. Homework help, internet, pool, movies, music, games, snacks and more for free. Call 752-1240.

Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at St. Kieran House, 151 Emery St., from 2-4 p.m. All are welcome. For more information, please call Nicole Plourde, NH Catholic Charities,752-1325 Berlin Kiwanis Club: meets at Sinibaldi’s Restaurant at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday.

Gorham TOP “74”: Meets every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., upstairs over the American Legion, Androscoggin St. Gorham. Call Claire at 752-6617.

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).

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by Abigail Van Buren

READERS HAVE A FEW TIPS FOR MISERLY HOTEL GUEST

DEAR ABBY: I was shocked and angered by the letter from “West Virginia Traveler” (April 16) on towel usage and tipping hotel housekeepers. His priorities and “knowledge” of hotel staff are seriously skewed. This man is taking his peevishness out on hotel employees who can least afford to take it.

The concierge is paid well to deal with disgruntled guests and make things right. The bellman gets tipped to carry a bag from the lobby to your room. If a doorman calls a cab for you, he gets tipped. If there is a restaurant, the servers are tipped.

The one person who is most critical to making your stay comfortable and pleasant is the maid/housekeeper. She is the one who makes sure you have a clean bathroom, fresh sheets and plenty of toilet paper. She does the grungiest job in the hotel, gets paid very little, is rarely thanked in person and is the last to be tipped. She needs these tips more than anyone else.

I make a point of tipping every single day of my stay, and I have always received the best room service imaginable. -LUANN IN KEENE, N.H. DEAR LUANN: Thank you for your letter. Housekeepers everywhere will be grateful for your support. Read on: DEAR ABBY: I am a housekeeper in a popular hotel chain. Our staff leaves cards in the bathrooms asking our guests to please conserve and hang towels for reuse if possible. Just because you can be wasteful, it doesn’t mean you should. -- JENNIFER IN CANADA DEAR ABBY: “Traveler” said not a single housekeeper has been “exceptional.” What about the simple fact that housekeepers clean up his mess during his stay? They take out his trash, refresh his towels and replace used soaps and

shampoos. Housekeepers vacuum anything tracked in, remake beds, wipe down the sink and bath/showers.

I can say from personal experience that many hotel guests wouldn’t leave their homes in the condition they leave their hotel rooms, and sadly, they feel that it’s acceptable. Housekeepers work hard to provide a clean and comfortable room prior to a guest’s arrival, and strive to maintain that comfort throughout the guest’s stay. In addition, they will fulfi ll any request within their abilities. I’d say this alone is pretty darn “exceptional.” -- GUEST SERVICE REP IN UTAH DEAR ABBY: Leaving a tip for housekeeping in a hotel is a matter of social responsibility/social justice. A striking majority of hotel maids are women -- many of color, invariably in a lower income bracket and, often, single mothers. They work extraordinarily hard for less than minimum wage in cities where the cost of living is much higher than their incomes. In other words, they are not paid a living wage. Consider it a “mitzvah” (a blessing) to leave a tip. It can make a difference between a family “getting by” and one that is drowning. This is about doing the right thing. -- AN M.D. IN MONTE SERENO, CALIF. DEAR ABBY: Why would someone make insulting remarks and then say, “I’m only kidding”? My husband constantly berates and insults me. Why does he want to hurt me all the time? Am I being too sensitive or is he being cruel?

-- FEELING INSECURE IN MASSACHUSETTS DEAR FEELING INSECURE: You’re not being too sensitive; what your husband is doing IS cruel. It’s also cowardly.

I don’t know why he wants to hurt you. But the question you should be asking is not why he wants to hurt you, but rather, why you continue to tolerate it.

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 Flashback

by Gary Trudeau

For Rent

For Rent

BERLIN 2 bedroom, heat, hot water included, w/d hookups, HUD accepted. $575/mo 802-388-6904.

NEWLY renovated, two bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, hot water included, $500/mo.

603-234-9507 Bruce.

BERLIN 2nd floor & 3rd floor, 4 room, 2 bedrooms, heated. Call (978)609-4010.

NORTHERN EDGE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is ready to meet your housing needs. We have 1-3 bedroom apartments avaialble, as well as rental homes. For updates rental information, please call (603)752-1112, email to nepm1112@gmail.com or visit us at 232 Glen Avenue in Berlin, NH.

BERLIN Eastside, first floor, 1 bedroom apt. elec, heat, h/w, refrig, range incl. $600/mo.

(603)723-5703.

BERLIN, NH- Northern Lights Housing- 1 bedroom units available. Northern Lights Housing is a housing development for seniors (age 62 or older) and people living with disabilities. Rent is 30% of income and includes all utilities. The property is centrally located close to downtown and offers on-site laundry facility, on-site maintenance staff, free parking and a beautiful community room. Call AHEAD Property Management for more information 603-444-1377. Check out our other rental properties @ www.homesahead.org. EHO BERLIN- large sunny 2 bdrm apt. with covered porches and shed. Heat, h/w, & appliances included. $650/mo plus lease & security. (207)571-4001.

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

BERLIN: 1st. floor, commercial space @ 1500 sq ft only $500, 723-3042.

BERLIN: 2 bedroom, hot water, off street, w/d hook-up, parking, $500+ security, 508-309-0963.

BERLIN: 2 room, furnished, effi ciency apt. downtown location, $400/mo. includes all utilities.

752-5250.

BERLIN: 3 bedroom house, $1000/mo. + heat, utilities, no smoking, references, 1st. month + sec. deposit, 723-8882.

BERLIN: 3 room, heat, h/w, ga rage, $525/mo. 752-4562 or 723-9024.

BERLIN: East Side, 1 bedroom spacious studio apartment, 1st floor, newly renovated, off street parking, no smoking. $520/mo. Free internet, w/d hookup. Must see! Call 603-723-0918.

BERLIN: Spacious 3/bedroom, 2/bath, 2nd floor, recently renovated, w/d hook-up. Includes heat, no pets, no smoking, references required, $750 plus security, 603-986-5264.

$1-A-DAY CLASSIFIEDS • CALL 752-5858 DOLLAR-A-DAY: Ad must run a minimum of 5 consecutive days. Ads over 15 words add 10¢ per word per day. REGULAR RATE: $2 a day; 10¢ per word per day over 15 words. PREMIUMS: First word caps no charge. Additional caps 10¢ per word per day. Centered bold heading: 9 pt. caps 40¢ per line, per day (2 lines maximum) TYPOS: Check your ad the first day of publication. Sorry, we will not issue credit after an ad has run once. DEADLINES: noon two days prior the day of publication except for Monday’s paper when the deadline is Thursday, 11 a.m. PAYMENT: All private party ads must be pre-paid. We accept checks, Visa and Mastercard credit cards and of course cash. There is a $10 minimum order for credit cards. CORRESPONDENCE: To place your ad call our offices 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, 752-5858; send a check or money order with ad copy to The Berlin Daily Sun, 164 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570 or stop in at our offices on Main Street in Berlin. OTHER RATES: For information about the professional directory or classified display ads call 752-5858.

Animals

Announcement

Low Cost Spay/ Neuter Cats & dogs Rozzie May Animal Alliance 603-447-1373 READY 5-19-11, Vet check, no papers. 1 male, 2 female $200.

Himalayan (603)636-1349.

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

Yard Sale Special

15 words or less for 3 days

$5.00

ST. JUDE'S NOVENA

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker for miracles, pray for us.

St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day. By the eighth day your prayer will be answered. Say it for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised Thank you St. Jude.

R.P.

Autos

For Rent

2005 Dodge 2500 Diesel, white, 4wd, manual 6spd, quad cab, long bed, cap, gooseneck, airbags, tow package, 136K miles.

Books for $23,000/Offers.

Matching white 2007 Pace 24ft enclosed cargo/ race trailer, bumper pull, 10K GVW, ramp rear, $7500/Offer. Both titles in hand. Email andy@shottist.com for photos or call 603-630-4072 (leave message) Truck and trailer located at 382 Church St, Berlin, come visit (Days).

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

Child Care Autos 1997 Buick LeSabre, $800, PS/PB/AC, new tires. Call 603-723-4160.

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

BUYING Junk cars and doing tows. Willing to travel (603)348-3403.

CHILDCARE openings in my home, experienced and CPR certified. Please call Maria, 723-8882.

LOOKING for child care services? Toddler and infants welcome, days and hours are flexible, possible weekends. Gorham area, if interested call 723-4026.

Are you working in the area and need a room for a night, week or by the month? Stay at a DuBee Our Guest Bed and Breakfast in Milan. Fully furnished including paper goods, full use of kitchen, wireless internet, Direct TV, barbecue grill, and cleaning service. $35 per night or $125/week.

Owners have separate living quarters FMI call 603-449-2140 or 603-723-8722

BERLIN 2 bedroom spacious apt. close to town, heat, hot water, garage, $550/mo.

(603)752-3372.

CASCADE Flats, River Street, 2nd floor, 6 large rooms, hardwood floors, base board heat.

W/D hook-up, attic, side porch, off street parking, no utilites/ smoking/ pets. References, lease, + security, 752-7096.

ERROL 2 bedroom furnished, porch, rear deck, nice yard, heat, hot water, elec., SAT TV, all included in rent (603)444-6061.

GORHAM – First Floor, 2 br in town. W/D hookup, parking, storage. $700/mo. Heat included. First floor 3 br Cascade Flats $675/mo heated, W/D hookup. Third floor 2 br Cascade Flats, $550/mo heat included --Berlin 1 and 2 Bedrooms available. No Smokers.

For application call 723-7015 GORHAM 1st & 2nd floor, 2 bedroom apts. Heat, h/w, w/d hookup. No pets. 3rd floor, 1 bedroom, heat, h/w. 723-2628.

ROOMS: Large, furnished, cable, wi-fi, laundry, parking, full kitchen, $65/wk. $250/mo.

326-3071, 728-8486 THREE, 2 bedroom apts. heat, h/w, w/d hook-ups, hardwood floors, renovated; 4 bedroom, duplex, heat, h/w, w/d hook-ups, hardwood floors, 752-2607, 723-4161.

For Rent-Vacation SUMMER lakeside cottage, Stark NH, north of Berlin, small motor boat, sleeps to six, 3 day weekend, $300, 7 days $600, 603-466-5477.

For Sale 1 console and over 100 LP re cords from Dean Martin to Mozart. $200/obo. Any afternoon till dark, not Wednesdays. 14 Mechanic St. Gorham.

2 gas push mowers $65 & $75.

Craftsman rear tine tiller $275.

(603)466-2427.

2- 2002 Polaris snowmobiles, plus trailer, $3000/bo. FMI 752-5361.

2- 2006 Zuma Yamaha 49cc registered moped with under 700 miles, the other under 600, just like new. $1200 each or $2000 both. Call (603)752-3316.

8FT Sunsetter awning, provides shade and rain protection for deck, camp or camper $250/obo. Sump pump $50/obo (603)466-5739 after 3:30pm or leave message.

AMAZING! Beautiful queen or full pillow top mattress set $249, king $399. See ad under “furniture”.

APT. size electric stove, excellent condition, coppertone, $150 752-6005.

BEDROOM, full size bed, dresser/ mirror, chest, night stand, medium color, excellent condition, asking $350, call 466-2159.

CAMPER: Two miles from OOB Pier. 1991 Casa Villa 40' park model. Pinehurst Campground, already on corner lot with new Florida room, new rugs throughout. First year lot rental paid, great condition, have Title, asking $11,500, 449-2928, 723-0286.

COFFEE table w/2 matching end tables, (mfg. Payne) All have drawers, pull out slate holder, $100, 752-6120.

FLOOR length, petty coat, worn under briday gown, size small $50 (603)723-7555.

FOUR Nokia tires, brand new, 215/55 R17, $275/obo, 723-1243.

GORHAM, 1 bedroom, heat included, w/d hookup, no smoking/ pets. $525/mo. 466-3162.

LAMINATED oak flooring 13x15.

Laminated madrid white flooring 16x20. FMI (603)752-6091.

GORHAM- New 2 Bed, 2 bath Town House, all appliances including w/d, heat and water. No smoking/pets 723-8854.

MAYTAG: Legacy Series Super Size Capacity washer and dryer $350/both, call 723-8882.

GORHAM: 13 Exchange St, (white bldg w/ black trim) 1 br, second floor, h/ hw, fridge and stove, no w/d hookup, no pets.

Sec. dep. needed. Call: 466-3378 (8am-4pm, M-F or leave a message).

PICNIC tables, made to order, 723-1997.

TREADMILL Pro-Form EKG. Log on workout have CD, excellent condition, asking $275/obo, 348-1212.

THE BERLIN DAILY SUN, Tuesday, May 24, 2011— Page 15

Furniture

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

AMAZING!

EXPERIENCED: housekeeper, p/t, excellent pay, Jefferson Notch Motel, Randolph, 466-3833.

FULLER BRUSH SALES DISTRIBUTORS NEEDED. Start a home based business. Need people who can use extra money. Servicing your own area. No Investment. Email: sbhaney@gmail.com.

Beautiful Queen or Full Mattress Set. Luxury firm European pillow-top. New in plastic, costs $1,095, sell $249. Can deliver.

603-305-9763

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

Help Wanted EXPERIENCE A MUST Looking for waitstaff & cook culinary grad preferred. Apply in person. No phone calls. Moonbeam Cafe, 19 Exchange St. Gorham.

FULL-TIME LAUNDRY ATTENDANT

North Village Resort has a full-time laundry attendant position available at our Gorham, NH laundry facility.

Experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate.

Must be willing to work weekends. Applications are being accepted in our office at Nordic Village, Route 16, Jackson, NH or email your resume to sdoucet@nordicvillage.com HELP Wanted: Part-time stock person, minimum 16 yrs. old, apply to: C&S Vending Machine, BG Road, Gorham.

PART-TIME LAUNDRY DRIVER

Nordic Village Resort has a part-time laundry driver position. Available for the summer season. Excellent driving record is required and must be willing to help stock clean linen and sort as linen as necessary.

Great summer job for bus drivers. Applications are being accepted in our office at Nordic village, Route 16, Jackson, NH or email your resume to: sdoucet@nordicvillage.com

Retail Distribution Assistant neededAppalachian Mountain Club, Gorham

May through October, PT- 24 hours per week. Stock and support all gear and book sales at all AMC destinations, including backcountry huts. Prior retail experience helpful. Apply online at www.outdoors.org/seasonal.

RIVERSIDE Speedway is looking for responsible individuals to work in their main concession area every Saturday night and some Sundays during May-Oct. Previous experience in the food industry a plus. To apply contact Anne L'Heureux at annecloutiernh@hotmail.com or call 207-571-9554.

Help Wanted

Services

THE WENTWORTH

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

Dennis (603)723-3393.

Is seeking individuals for the following full and part time positions: AM Servers, Banquet, Line Cook, and Front Desk Agent. Please apply in person at The Wentworth in Jackson, mail your resume to PO Box M, Jackson, NH 03846call 603-383-9700 or email res u m e t o irina@thewentworth.com

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

Instruction PIANO/ guitar lessons, experienced teachers, affordable rates, dmhowry@gmail.com or 603-991-8171.

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

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

Services APPLIANCE repair and installation trained professional, $49 service call in Berlin-Gorham area Steve 915-1390.

HYPNOSIS for habit change, stress, regression. Michael Hathaway, DCH, certified hypnotherapist. Madison 367-8851.

AFFORDABLE ROOFING & SIDING SOLUTIONS.

Highest quality craftsmanship.

Fully Insured. Lowest prices guaranteed. FMI (603)730-2521.

HOMECARE PROVIDER Are you a caring person? Have you considered becoming a Homecare Provider?

We are assisting a friendly and personable woman to find a homecare provider who is open to sharing their own home with her. She enjoys socializing with people and especially loves the company of family pets. She is very interested in living in the Berlin, Gorham or Milan area and would like to meet people who may be good candidates for te position. Payment is made through a contract and will be negotiated with the chosen provider.

If you think you might be interested and would like more information please contact Cindy Lapointe, Housing Coordinator at (603)752-1005.

Applications are available at the: Community Services Center, Attn: Housing Coordinator, 69 Willard St. Berlin, NH 03570 (603)752-1005. EOE

ARE YOU READY FOR A CHANGE? Enjoy the quality of life found in the Mt. Washington Valley while working in a progressive hospital that matches advanced medical technology with a compassionate approach to patient care.

Join our team and see what a difference you can make!

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes health/dental, generous paid time off, matching savings plan, educational assistance and employee fitness program. We have the following openings:

• RN Care/Case Manager- Full Time. BSN preferred. Strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking capabilities and outstanding internal and external customer relations skills. Previous case management experience desired. Clinical experience with ability to proactively interact with physicians on current and proposed care within an acute care environment required. Knowledge of insurance plans, including Medicare reimbursement helpful. Position invloves discharge planning and assisting patients with care transitions.

• Night Clerk/Clinical Support- Full-time and Per Diem. Night shifts. Must hold current EMT or LNA Certification. Perform duties based in the ED area, Switchboard/Registration and support.

• Medical Records Clerk- F/T Temp. Min two yrs ofc exp. Familiarity with healthcare billing and diagnostic coding preferred. Computer literate.

• LNA- Per Diem. Provide care and activities of daily living for multiple residents of the Merriman House. Experience and NH LNA license required.

• LPN/RN- Per Diem. Rotating 12 hour shifts • RN- FTE 0.9. Medical-Surgical Nurse, BLS/ACLS certified.

Day/Night, 12 hr shifts. Experience preferred.

• RN- Full-Time. ACLS/PALS/BLS and some acute care experience and critical care experience preferred. Must take rotating call. Positive attitude, team player, computer skills and critical thinking skills required.

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

Services

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

COUPON KING Want to learn how to cut your grocery bill in half? FMI call 915-1146.

DEPENDABLE Lawn Service, Mowing, Trimming, General Clean-up. Great Rates. Call Jon at 348-1497.

DO you need help with house cleaning, yard work, errands, transportation? Call “Jill of All Trades” (603)348-3789.

EXPERIENCED small tree cutting and removal, brush clearing and trimming. Free estimates and fair pricing. Call Zach 603-723-4948.

GOOD Samaritan Home Improvement serving seniors, lawn care, painting, repairs and more. (603)342-9092.

HANDYMAN: Property maintenance, carpentry, int./ ext. painting, sheet-rocking, etc. free estimates, call 915-0755.

LAWN Care: Grass cutting, yard cleaning, hedge clipping, 5 yrs. in business. Call Roland at 752-5768.

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

ZIMMER Lawn Care. Mowing/ spring clean-up, light landscaping. No job too small. Free estimates. 723-1252.

POOL SERVICE Service, Maintenance, Equipment, Liners, Openings, 22 years of Prompt Reliable Service. 603-785-8305.

RAFFI’S Painting and Pressure Cleaning. Residential, commercial, industrial, interior, exterior.

Pressure wash driveways, roofs, siding. Carpet cleaning, lead removal. Certified 29 years experience. Full insured, free estimates, references available.

603-915-0816, 603-723-2690.

SPRING Clean-ups, grass cutting, tree work and other landscaping services (603)348-3403.

TECHPROS- COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE

16+ years experience! On-site computer repair, upgrades, wireless setup, virus removal, & more!

(603)723-0918 www.TechProsNH.com

Wanted DINING room table in excellent condition 3'X6' + -, chairs not necessary, 752-4818.

Wanted To Buy $150 or best price paid for your unwanted vehicle. Call Rich, 978-9079.

APPROX. 5x8 covered metal trailer or sm. camper in good condition for use for dry storage. (802)563-4918.

BUYING junk cars/ trucks, heavy equip- farm mach., scrap iron.

Call 636-1667 days, 636-1304 evenings.

Yard Sale

Northern Dreamscapes Mowing, de-thatching and aerating. Spring clean-ups and mulching. Lot sweeping. Professional and Insured. Call (603)723-6990.

Teller Full Time Woodlands Credit Union in Berlin, New Hampshire is seeking a highly qualified individual to become a Teller. The successful candidate will be goal oriented, personable, professional and passionate about exemplary member service.

Minimum requirements: Personable, professional individual with money handling experience desirable. Confidentiality required High School education or equivalent.

Woodlands Credit Union is the industry leader in Northern New Hampshire with a strong commitment to member service. We offer employees a professional working environment, competitive structure and a benefits package that includes an employer matching 401k, paid vacation and more.

Applications available at Woodlands Credit Union, or at our Website.

Return application to any Woodlands Branch Office, or to:

Joe Rodgers, V.P.H.R. 730 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570 Berlin, Gorham, Conway and Plymouth, New Hampshire (603)752-5650 www.woodlandscu.com Equal Opportunity Employer

MOVING Sale 12 Kennett Lane, Jefferson 850-509-0384 May 24-31.

CITY OF BERLIN, NEW HAMPSHIRE

Account Clerk The Berlin Finance Department is accepting applications for the position of Account Clerk through Tuesday May 31, 2011. This particular position currently serves as the Payroll/Benefits Clerk in the Finance Office. Applications should include a cover letter and an application or resume. This position performs clerical/bookkeeping functions for the Finance Department primarily related to preparing and processing the City’s payroll, and employee benefits. The position’s duties will likely be changing over the next year to include accounts payables. The Department is seeking a self-motivated individual with an aptitude for detail. Excellent clerical, bookkeeping, typing, communication and customer service skills are essential. The individual should possess two years experience in clerical/bookkeeping work and demonstrate a working knowledge of computers, word processing and spreadsheets. An Associate Degree is preferred. The position has a starting pay rate of $11.74 per hour (35 hr week) and includes excellent benefits. Applications should be submitted to the Finance Office at 168 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Hc.

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St. Hilare rescues Huskies in walk-off win over Lisbon, 5-4

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BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

BERLIN -- Huskie Jacob St. Hilare stroke a bases loaded two out, two run, game winning single, lifting the Gorham baseball team to a comeback 5-4 victory over Lisbon in Gorham Wednesday.

Gorham trailed 4-2 entering the bottom of the seventh inning. Senior Bobby Langlands reached on an error

by Lisbon, to get things started. After a strikeout, Brandon Sanschagrin singled to put runners at first and second base. A fielder's choice put runner's on the corner with two outs. Senior Doug Willey lined a hit down the line to score Langlands for a 4-3 score.

On the play, the Lisbon left fielder bobbled the ball allowing the runners to advance to second and third base.

Lisbon intentionally walked cleanup hitter Cody LeBlanc to get to St. Hilare. This same event took place down in Lisbon in the Huskies second game of the year. The first time St.

Hilare responded with a grand slam.

This time St. Hilare lined his shot to right centerfield. The Gorham bench erupted as Willey scampered home with the winning run resulting in a brief celebration at the plate and then near first base, where the Gorham junior was knocked to the ground.

On the mound for Gorham, senior Brandon Sanschagrin went the distance for Gorham. Lisbon scored a run in the third and three more in the fourth innings. That gave the visitors a 4-0 advantage. Sanschagring got tough over the final three innings, facing just 10 hitters.

The Huskies got two hits from Sanschagrin and St. Hilare, one hit each from Pike, Willey, and LeBlanc. St. Hilare led the way with four RBIs. LHS 0 0 1 3 0 0 0 4-8-2 GHS 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 5-7-1 Pitching: GHS- Sanschagrin and Sanschagrin, LHS- McGrath, Chase (6), and Smith, WP- B Sanschagrin, LP- Chase.

Huskies pull away from Colebrook late

BY JEAN LEBLANC THE BERLIN DAILY SUN

GORHAM -- Huskie junior Jacob St. Hilare stroked out four hits and knocked in five runs, helping the Huskies to an 11-3 victory over Colebrook in a Division IV boy’s baseball game in Gorham.

The Huskies scored three times in the bottom of the first inning. An RBI walk by Cody LeBlanc and a two run single by St. Hilare gave the home team a three run advantage after one inning of play.

Colebrook was limited to a single run in the third inning and two in the fourth off of Gorham ace Doug Willey. Two errors, three walks, and a hit led the visitors to the 3-3 tie.

It all came undone for Colebrook in the bottom of the fourth inning.

The Huskies crossed home plate five

times to take an 8-3 lead. Tyler and Brandon Sanschagrin reached base on an error and a single. Pat Pike singled, a Willey sacrifice fly, a LeBlanc double, a St. Hilare single, and a Cody Gauthier single, gave Gorham a lead they would not relinquish.

Gauthier came on in relief of Willey in the fifth inning and twirled three innings of scoreless relief.

Gorham completed their scoring in the bottom of the sixth inning adding three runs to their total. St. Hilare was again the big contributor knocking in his fifth run of the game.

CHS 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 3-1-2 GHS 3 0 0 5 0 3 X 11-12-2 Pitching: GHS- Willey, Gauthier (5), and Sanchagrin, Fauteux (5), Frizzel, Hastings (4), and B Griffin, WP-Willey, LP-Frizzel.

North Country Dental holding yard sale GORHAM -- North Country Dental is organizing a neighborhood yard sale to benefit the American Cancer Society/ Relay For Life. The yard sale will be held at the Ed Fenn School on June 4, 9 a.m. to1 p.m. (raindate of June 5).

North Country Dental is selling 10x10 spots for $15. Vendors must bring their own tables and chairs and may set-up between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. To reserve a space, call the office at 466-5015 and speak with Allison, Kris or Lise.

Members of the Huskies in Training Track Team performed well at the Gilbert H. Rhoades Meet in Lancaster.

Huskies in Taining Track performs well at Gilbert H. Rhoades meet GORHAM -- The Edward Fenn Elementary School’s Huskies In Training Track team traveled to Lancaster Elementary School to participate in the annual Gilbert H. Rhoades Memorial Track meet on Saturday, May 14. The team sent 52 tracksters and all performed well on a cloudy but warm day.

The following track members placed at the meet: Class E Girls 50 Yard Dash – 4 place - Katrina Levesque Class E Girls 200 Yard Relay- 1 place - Libby Fortin, Madisyn Buteau, Isobel Micucci and Katrina Lvesque Class E Girls Mile Run - 2nd place – Brianna Harris, 3rd place – Katelyn Chase, 4th place – Brianna Grondin.

Class E Boys 50 Yard Dash - 4th place - Jordan Lukaszweski Class E Boys 200 Yard Relay - 2nd place – Sebastian Keenan, Colbe Goudreau, Holden Lettre and Aiden Eti-

enne Class E Boys Mile Run - 1st place – Noah Fortin, 2nd place – Tal Hamel, 4th place– Justin Frattalone Class D Girls Long Jump - 4th place – Abbey Bernier Class D Girls Mile run - 3rd place – Abbey Bernier Class D Boys 200 Yard Relay - 3 rd place –Haydn Voisine, Josh Godin, Logan Durand, Eli Durand, 4th place – Gavin Lacroix, Declan Blair, Connor Brown, Caleb Hannigan Class D Boys Mile Run - 3rd place – Cameron Balon Class C Girls Long Jump- 4th place – Emma Schoenbeck Class C Girls Mile Run - 2nd place – Emma Schoenbeck, 3rd place – Cassie Hartshorn, 4th place – Lily Sullivan Class C Boys Mile Run 3rd place – Max Sjostrom.

Saving the Mountains: NH and Creation of the National Forest

PINKHAM NOTCH -- The Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center to host Saving the Mountains: NH & the Creation of the National Forest with presenter Marcia Schmidt Blaine, Department of

History & Philosophy Plymouth State University, on June 4, at 8 p.m. This program is free and open to the public.

This year we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Weeks Act, the law that created the eastern national forests. New Hampshire’s White Mountains played a leading role in events leading to the act. The program shows the impact of tourism, transportation, and industry (especially logging) had on the forests of the White Mountains.

While many people give almost exclusive credit for the Weeks Act to the efforts of Gifford Pinchot and those working to protect the southern see CREATION page 17

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Appalachians, it was the work of individuals in New England that made the movement a national one. The 1911 Weeks Act created a truly national forest system, authorizing the federal government to purchase and maintain land in the eastern U.S. as national forests. Neither federal nor state governments owned any substantial forested lands east of the Mississippi. Where mountains and forests met, tourist, timber, hotel, railroad, mining, textile, and agricultural groups competed to have the land meet their needs.

The discussion grew contentious: Was it constitutional for the government to purchase private lands for public conservation purposes?

What impact would the purchase have on both the economic and physical environments of the region? Was scenery of value? This program is in celebration of the Weeks Act Centennial, for more information www.weekslegacy.org.

The AMC received a grant from the New Hampshire Humanities council to host this program.

The New Hampshire Humanities Council nurtures the joy of learning and inspires community engagement by bringing life enhancing ideas from the humanities to the people of New Hampshire.

They connect people with ideas. Learn more about the Council and its work at www. nhhc.org Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club is America’s oldest conservation and recreation organization. With more than 100,000 members, advocates, and supporters in the Northeast and beyond, the nonprofit AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of the Appalachian region. The AMC supports natural resource conservation while encouraging responsible recreation, based on the philosophy that successful, long-term conservation depends upon first-hand enjoyment of the natural environment. More information is available at www.outdoors.org.

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Graymist Fiddle Fest to be held June 26 GROVETON -- The Second Annual GrayMist Fiddle Fest is set for Sunday, June 26, at GrayMist Farm on the Brown Road in Groveton, rain or shine, with the gates opening at 12 noon.

The event debuted last year after the announcement that the Lancaster Fair’s Old-Time Fiddlers’ Contest— successor to the Stark Fiddlers’ Contest—was being discontinued. Almost immediately, several local musicians and residents decided to pick up the project and find it a new home. They found that home at Gordon and Nancy Gray’s GrayMist Farm in Groveton The event maintains the tradition of the Stark Fiddlers’ Contest by being held on the last Sunday in June. The only change is that the actual contest of fiddlers itself will not be held. Rather, the new event will be centered on a day of traditional fiddle-based music—including bluegrass, Celtic, old-timey and more, mostly relying on acoustic instruments. Admission to GrayMist Fiddle Fest is $8 for adults; $4 for children under 12, and children under 3 will be free admission.

Among the partners in the new festival is the Groveton Regional Economic Action Team (GREAT), with the fiddle event being held the day after GREAT’s Paddlefest, an event which centers on the Guildhall, Vt. Common.

This year’s GrayMist Fiddle Fest provides “an open mic for fiddlers.” Pre-registration is required by June 15. A registration form can be found at the event’s website, www.graymistfiddlefest.com. A video report from last year’s first GrayMist Fiddle Fest courtesy the Colebrook Chronicle can also be found on the website this year.

Besides providing an open mic for fiddlers who want to perform on the mainstage, GrayMist Fiddle Fest

2011 also showcases three featured bands. Patrick Ross’s Hot Flannel will be playing lively up-tempo bluegrass. The Fireside Fiddlers, who recently released their first CD, will be performing old-timey and local fiddle favorites. The Celtic ensemble Isley Mist Ceili will be performing jigs, reels, hornpipes and airs. It promises to be a great day of music all around.

Families are welcome to pack a picnic lunch, bring along their lawn chair or a blanket and umbrella and sit outside to enjoy a day of music. Because this is being held on a working farm, attendees are asked not to bring glass bottles into the event. Coolers, cans and plastic bottles are fine. Food and craft vendors are also invited to take part the event.

Anyone seeking further information about GrayMist Fiddle Fest can visit the official website at www.graymistfiddlefest.com. You can also contact Nancy Gray at 636-1896 and at graymist.gn@gmail. com.

BERLIN -- Stop by or participate in the Zombie Road Toll on Pleasant Street in Berlin May 27, from 3 to 7 p.m. The rules: 1. You may come as a zombie, a survivor, or a protester, or anything else that ties in with the theme.

2. No physical contact with regular people, if they tell you to go away do it, try not to scare children as well.

3. Always stay on the other side of the barriers and

not into traffic 4. Don’t get blood on storefronts/windows, or on the ground, they let us do this and all they ask is to not make a mess.

5. If you are interested in having a part in the Horrorfest planned for October, leave your information with group organizers. Funds will go towards the Horrorfest event for Riverfire in October. For more information call 723-1004

Patrick Ross

Zombie Mob road toll fundraiser for Horrorfest

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Locksmith 603-915-1162 Ron Mulaire Berlin, NH

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Monthly Writer’s Night Out meeting to be held June 6 BERLIN -- The North Country’s Writers Night Out monthly meeting will take place Monday, June 6, in the Cookhouse of the Northern Forest Heritage Park, in Berlin, New Hampshire, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. We have been offered the use of this facility for as long as we wish to use it. And, as the weather turns cooler in the fall and colder in the winter, we may then use the kitchen in the Brown Company House, across the street from the park.

Also, the Book Fair/Writer’s

Workshop, which will take place on Saturday, June 16, at the Northern Forest Heritage Park, is still accepting reservations for display areas for those who would like to display and sell their books or other publications. There will be no charge for the reservation, but the Park asks for 10% of the displayer’s sales, not to exceed $25.00, and this will be on the honor system.

For further information on this, please contact Dick Conway, 603449-2558.

Coca-Cola recently donated a customized banner to the Coos County Botanical Garden Club. Club members thought it would be important to have a banner at the Berlin Farmers Market to identify the garden club and Coca Cola gladly complied. Pictured (l-r) are: Garden Designer Katsko Zintchenko, Club President Will O’Brien, Treasurer Brad Ray, Public Relations Ann Morton, and Vice-President Jan Ely.

K&S Fitness Studio

Beginning May 23rd drop-in classes available Zumba Monday & Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Kickboxing Wednesday 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. $6.00 per class - punch cards also available 12 punches $60.00

Kim Poulin & Sue Martin Owners & Instructors

55 Maynesboro Street, Berlin

FMI call 723-3965 • knsfitness@gmail.com

81 Wight St., Berlin, NH

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Fresh Meats at Great Prices Cut & Wrapped While You Watch!

Weekly Specials

Sirloin Strip Steak.............................$7.99 lb.

Fresh Haddock..................................$8.59 lb.

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast...$2.99 lb.

Boneless Pork Roasts or Chops.......$2.99 lb.

Onion Sets are in $1.99 lb

JAY’S QUICK LUBE 443 Main St., Gorham, NH • 603-466-5224 WE ARE NOT CLOSED! Still in the same great location (the store & deli next door is temporarily closed).

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COMPARE & $AVE Our Price Their Price Porterhouse Steak...................$8.99 lb...........$9.99 lb.

T-Bone Steak............................$8.49 lb...........$8.99 lb.

Delmonico Steak......................$8.99 lb...........$9.99 lb.

Rump Steak..............................$6.29 lb...........$6.59 lb.

Rib Eye Steak...........................$8.79 lb...........$9.99 lb.

Sirloin Strip Steak...................$8.99 lb...........$9.99 lb.

Tenderloin..............................$12.99 lb.........$14.99 lb.

Top Round Steak.....................$5.99 lb...........$6.59 lb.

Minute Steak............................$6.99 lb...........$7.99 lb.

Cubed Steak.............................$5.99 lb...........$6.29 lb.

Lean Stew Beef........................$4.29 lb...........$4.79 lb.

Ground Chuck (85% Lean).....$3.79 lb...........$3.99 lb.

Ground Sirloin (95% Lean). . . .$4.39 lb...........$4.99 lb.

Eye Round Roast.....................$3.89 lb...........$3.99 lb.

DELI MEATS & CHEESES

Honey & Brown Sugar Ham.........................$4.99 lb.

Imported Ham................................................$4.99 lb.

Roast Beef......................................................$6.89 lb.

Pepper Jack Cheese.......................................$4.29 lb.

Provolone Cheese...........................................$4.59 lb.

Swiss Cheese..................................................$5.29 lb.

Cooper C.V. Sharp.........................................$5.29 lb.

Genoa Salami.................................................$4.99 lb.

We will be closed Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. Credit Cards & EBT Cards Accepted Mon-Fri 5 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Sat. 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Closed Sundays

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