The Conway Daily Sun, Saturday, March 12, 2011

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‘SpiderMan’: Turn on the changes

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Many of Julie Taymor’s signature touches in Broadway’s “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” would be cut or altered in the producers’ new creative plan, which includes scaling back the villainess Arachne, dropping the “Deeply Furious” number of shoe-wearing spider-ladies, and reshaping the Geek Chorus of narrators, according to three people who work on the show and were briefed Thursday on plans.

The producers announced Wednesday that Taymor was stepping aside from the $65 million production because of schedule conflicts, though she will still be billed as its director and a script writer.

Taking over to reshape the show will be the theater and circus director Philip William McKinley (Broadway’s “Boy From Oz”) and the playwright Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa.

The producers have now decided that they will shut down the show sometime this spring, but only for a short period, and they want artists with fresh perspectives to oversee the changes.

According to the three people aware of the producers’ plan, who spoke anonymously, the central love story of Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson will be enhanced, and Arachne — who now dominates Act II — will have her stage time reduced.

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TOKYO (NY Times) — An 8.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan on Friday, the strongest ever recorded in the country and one of the largest anywhere in the last century. The quake churned up a devastating tsunami that swept over cities and farmland in the northern part of the country and set off warnings as far away as the West Coast of the United States and South America.

Japanese police officials said that 184 people

were confirmed dead and another 700 were missing, but domestic media quoted government officials as saying that the death toll would almost certainly rise to more than 1,000. Some 200-300 bodies were found along the water line in Sendai, a port city in the northeastern part of the country and the closest major city to the epicenter. Thousands of homes were destroyed and many roads were impassable in the region.

The government evacuated thousands of residents in a two-mile radius around a nuclear plant about 170 miles northeast of Tokyo and declared a state of emergency after a backup generator failed, compromising the cooling system. So far, the chief government spokesman, Yukio Edano, said no radiation leaks had been detected. But the government announced the plant would begin releasing some slightly radioactive vapor to reduce pressure.

Qaddafi forces take Wisconsin governor key town as rebels flee rescinds layoff notices RAS LANUF, Libya — Forces loyal to Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi retook a strategic oil town and pressed toward the country’s largest refinery Friday, as once-energetic rebel lines began to crumble before an onslaught of air strikes and tank and artillery fire that sent fighters in a chaotic retreat down the Mediterranean coast.

Rumors tumbled through dwindling crowds of fighters that spies were among them, and volleys of antiaircraft fire seemed aimed more at flagging spirits than bringing down

the warplanes that sent rebels scurrying for cover behind sand dunes.

The setbacks were the clearest sign yet of the momentum Colonel Qaddafi’s government has seized as it tries to crush the greatest challenge to his nearly 42 years of bizarre rule.

Through fear and intimidation, he has silenced protests in Tripoli, ravaged a town near the capital called Zawiyah that brought the revolt to his doorstep and brought himself within striking distance of a series of strategic oil towns in eastern Libya.

MADISON, Wis. (NY Times) — Gov. Scott Walker announced on Friday that he was rescinding layoff notices for 1,500 state workers after Wisconsin lawmakers approved his plan to cut collective bargaining rights and benefits for public employees.

The approval, after nearly a month of angry demonstrations and procedural maneuvering, will create enough budget savings, Mr. Walker said, that layoffs will not be needed now.

“While tough budget choices certainly still lie ahead, both state and local units of government will not have to do any mass layoffs or direct service reductions because of the reforms contained in the budget repair bill,” Mr. Walker said in a statement Friday morning. “Moving forward, the hardworking, professional public sector employees who show up to work every day and do an excellent job will help ensure Wisconsin has a business climate that allows the private sector to create 250,000 new jobs.”

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Disks from wastewater plant wash up on shore CONCORD — Plastic disks from a wastewater treatment plant have been washing up on the New Hampshire coast, environmental officials said Friday.

The Department of Environmental Services said that thousands of the white plastic disks have been washing up along the coast. The disks were first spotted on the beach at Seabrook.

Officials said the disks come from a wastewater treatment facility in central New Hampshire that discharges to the Merrimack River. The said the

facility malfunctioned during the recent heavy rains, causing the disks to be released into the river.

DES officials said the disk may wash up in other coastal areas and along the river. An effort to clean up the disks is under way.

DES said anyone picking up the disks should use plastic gloves because they may harbor bacteria.

The disks can be collected into plastic bags and disposed in a landfill.

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N.H. natives in Hawaii leave ahead of tsunami

WAHIAWA, Hawaii — Three New Hampshire natives in Hawaii prepared for a tsunami Friday after a devastating earthquake in Japan.

Tsunami warnings were issued for Hawaii and other areas along the Pacific coast after a magnitude-8.9 earthquake rocked Japan, killing hundreds.

A couple from Canaan is in Hawaii to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. The Barneys said they were in their hotel room on Waikiki Beach under a vertical evacuation -- everyone on the first three floors had to move to a higher floor.

“I trust the hotel has told us to do the right thing, stay in our rooms. We can’t use the elevators, and we’re just waiting big waiting game,” said Bobbi Barney.

Stephanie Hughes, of Colebrook, is in Wahiawa, about 20 minutes from Honolulu.

Hughes lives on Schofield military base. She said they have not been asked to evacuate in her area.

“At this time, we’re just being told not to leave our quarters,” Hughes

said. “It’s just kind of touch and go.”

“We’re concerned, and we feel definitely blessed to be out of harm’s way, but after watching footage of Japan, it’s just kind of the reality of what could happen for those on the coast,” Hughes said.

Hughes husband is serving in Baghdad. The tsunami damaged boats in some Hawaiian harbors, and water reached 100 feet inland in one location. But state officials said major damage was not expected. After the surges moved out, tsunami warnings remained in effect.

“We’re thankful that we had about five hours notice to actually move to another location had we been on the coast, so we’re really lucky for that,” she said.

The governor of Hawaii ordered the evacuation of coastal areas and warned residents to take the threat seriously. People waited in long lines stocking up on gas, bottled water, canned food and generators, and officials told residents to stock up on water and fill their cars with gas.

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31 UNH students safe in Japan

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DURHAM — Thirty-one University of New Hampshire students are safely on the ground at a military base in Japan after their flight to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport was diverted following a massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami Friday that devastated parts of the country.

The 8.9 magnitude quake, among the largest ever recorded, struck off the northeast coast of Honshu, Japan’s most populated island. Some of the worst damage appears to be in the city of Sendai, Japan, northeast of Tokyo.

Video broadcast worldwide showed a veritable wall of water thundering through Sendai, sweeping away vehicles, homes and other structures.

Hundreds are reported dead, though a more accurate death toll will likely take some time to tally.

The UNH contingent included full-

time and executive MBA students who were on their way to Beijing and Shanghai for a week-long residency program, university spokesman Erika Mantz said.

“They’re safely in Japan,” she said.

“The plane was diverted to a military base when Narita closed.”

The students are currently awaiting the next leg of their trip.

Narita is a major international airport serving Tokyo. Transportation in that area has been crippled because of the quake and train service has stopped, though some flights are still in service, according to the airport’s website.

UNH also has one student studying abroad in Tokyo, Mantz said, but that program is in between semesters and the student is currently traveling in Russia.

This morning’s quake triggers tsunami warnings throughout the Pacific, from Hawaii to the west coasts of North and South America.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 12 Shawn Smith Ski for Youth Foundation Fund-Raiser. The Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Foundation will hold an après ski party sponsored by Narragansett Brewing Company at Matty B’s Café (located across Route 302 from Attitash.) This event will feature the “Gansett Girls,” live music from three local bands (Full Circle, Mo-Blues, and the Zack Smith & Friends Band), and a silent auction with amazing prizes and raffles. All proceeds generated will be used by the Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Foundation to support Mount Washington Valley youth gain access to ski programs. All events are open to the public, but pre-registration is encouraged for the fun race at Cranmore. For more information, to register for the race, or to make a donation to the Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Foundation, visit the Facebook Page: Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Party or contact Ellen Guilford at: elleng1123@roadrunner.com.

Pot-O-Gold Penny Sale. The Ossipee Old Home Week Committee will be holding a “Pot-O-Gold” Penny Sale on at the Ossipee Town Hall. Ticket sales will start at 4 p.m. and the drawing of prizes will start at 7 p.m. Refreshments will also be available. If you would like to donate an item for the sale contact Kathleen Maloney at 539-7389. The proceeds of the sale will go to the Old Home Week events including the July Fourth fireworks fund.

Carl Johnson Memorial Ski-A-Thon. The Carl Johnson Memorial Ski-A-Thon will be held at Great Glen tails from noon to 3 p.m. Collect pledges based on how many times you think you can ski the 5k loop. All proceeds benefit the the ALS Association of Northern New England.

Kennett High School Drumline Show. Ride the rails with the Kennett High School Drumline at 7 p.m. at Kennett High School Loynd Auditorium. This year’s show features stops by a “Crazy Train.” Audiences will explore percussion expressions inspired by locations around the world and universe (both real and imagined). Tickets (known as MetroCards) are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Profits from the show will benefit the Bryson Herlihy Cancer Fund.

Brownfield Food Pantry Benefit Concert. A group of local performers will present a benefit concert for the The Brownfield Food Pantry at 7 p.m. at The Fryeburg Congregational Church at 655 Main Street, Route 302, in Fryeburg, Maine. Admission is by donation and seating is limited. For more information call Gale at 625-3334. For those you can’t make it, but would like to donate to the pantry, checks, payable to SOCN, may be sent c/o Jack Mitchell, 52 Ridge Lane, Brownfield ME, 04010.

Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company Fundraising Cabaret. There is a fundraising event for the Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company, North Conway’s professional summer musical theatre, in Jackson. Act One begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Thompson House Eatery, where there will hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Act Two takes place at the Betty Whitney Community Center up the street, next to the Jackson Elementary School. There, in a cabaret setting with Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company veterans. There will be silent and live auctions.

For those who prefer not to walk from Thompson House to the Whitney Center, rides will be available. Tickets are $25 and includes the hors d’oeuvres, show and dessert.

Tickets may be purchased and reservations made on line at www.mwvtheatre.org, by calling 356-5776, or by mail at: MWVTC, PO Box 265, North Conway, NH, 03860.

‘The Wizard of Oz’ Sell Out Saturday. M&D Productions is premiering the first show of their 2011 studio season with “The Wizard of Oz” at 7 p.m. This is “Sell It Out Saturday” which means if tonight sell out, everyone in the audience will receive a free ticket to use for any other performance the in the 2011 season.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students (Kennett High School, Kennett Middle School or Fryeburg Academy) and a “family four pack” for $30. Call the box office at 662-7591.

Makem and Spain Brothers. The sixth program celebrating Wolfeboro Friends of Music’s 75th season features the Irish folk group Makem and Spain Brothers, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. The performance will be held at Brewster Academy’s Anderson Hall at 205 South Main Street in Wolfeboro at 7:30 p.m. This program is sponsored by The Wolfeboro Inn. This is the sixth of eight programs presented

by Wolfeboro Friends of Music to people of the Greater Lakes Region during its season, which runs from September through May. Tickets are available for $20 at the door, at Black’s Paper Store and Avery Insurance in Wolfeboro, or at Innisfree Bookshop in Meredith; by calling 569-2151 or by visiting the website www.wfriendsofmusic.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 13 Shawn Smith Ski for Youth Foundation Fund-Raiser. Cranmore Mountain will be hosting the second annual fun race for the Shawn Smith Ski for Youth Foundation. Registration will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. ($15.00 entry fee plus a discounted ticket). The race will be open from noon to 2 p.m., with an awards ceremony and après ski party at Zip’s Lounge from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Prizes have been donated by Fischer Skis. All proceeds generated will be used by the Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Foundation to support Mount Washington Valley youth gain access to ski programs. All events are open to the public, but pre-registration is encouraged for the fun race at Cranmore. For more information, to register for the race, or to make a donation to the Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Foundation, visit the Facebook Page: Shawn Smith Ski For Youth Party or contact Ellen Guilford at: elleng1123@ roadrunner.com.

‘The Wizard of Oz.’ M&D Productions is premiering the first show of their 2011 studio season with “The Wizard of Oz” at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students (Kennett High School, Kennett Middle School or Fryeburg Academy) and a “family four pack” for $30. Call the box office at 662-7591.

Bake Sale. A St. Patrick’s Day themed bake sale, sponsored by Mother Seton House, will be held after the 9 a.m.

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Freedom Flicks. Our next film in the Freedom Flicks Film Series is the 2008 Austrian film “Revanche,” a gripping thriller and a tragic drama, 4 p.m. at the library. Admission is free and so is the popcorn.

MONDAY, MARCH 14 Open Mic Night. The Conway Public Library invites everyone to open mic night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For the first hour poets, writers, acoustic musicians and storytellers of all ages are invited to share their talents. Sign up for five to 10 minutes of floor time when you arrive. Then after a break for refreshments, Scott Davis, the featured performer for March, will treat everyone to some fine Blues finger work on guitar. Listeners are very welcome, too. For more information call 447-5552.

Wrestling with Life’s Tough Questions Group. Wrestling with Life’s Tough Question is a new, adult faith growth group at Chocorua Community Church. The first session deals with “Can I Have Doubt and Still Believe?” with video host, author Madeleine L’Engle. from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The free series continues on Sundays and Mondays through April 17 and 18. Each session is complete within itself. The program is free and open to the public. For more information go to www.chocoruachurch.org or call Pastor Kent Schneider at 662-6046.

Ossipee Area Rotary Club. The Ossipee Area Rotary Club is meeting at Rivers Edge Tavern at Indian Mound Golf Course in Center Ossipee from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Anyone interested in finding out more about Rotary International is welcome to join us for the meeting. E-mail Sheila Stillings at sstillings@ melcher-prescott.com or call Jayne Britton at 539-4591.

EVERY SATURDAY Weekly Guided Snowshoe Tours. The Mount Washington Valley Ski Touring Foundation will conduct a guided snowshoe tour departing from the Mount Washington Valley Touring Center every Saturday at 1 p.m. (weather permitting). Snowshoe rentals are available at a discounted rate for tour participants. Reservations for the tour and an event pass which includes the two-hour guided tour and use of the network trails for a full day are required. If you need rentals for the tour, plan to arrive at the touring center allowing extra time to make these arrangements. Call (603) 3569920 to make a reservation. The touring center is located at Ragged Mountain Equipment at 279 Route 16-302 in Intervale, next to the Scarecrow Pub. For more information visit MWVSkiTouring.org. see next page

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from preceding page Puppy Playground. Join Four Your Paws Only on Route 16 in North Conway every Saturday morning for puppy or dog socialization and playtime from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information call 356-7297.

Kids Tree House and History Tree.

The Mount Washington Valley Childrens Museum located on Route 16 in North Conway has a safe indoor tree house for kids to play in with near by History Tree exhibit for children to learn about history.

Hours of entertainment in the other exhibits as well. Free admission with Healthy Kids Gold card. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information call 356-2992 or visit www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org.

Indoor Yard Sale. The Brownfield Community Center has an indoor yard sale the third Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rent a space for only $5.

Thrift Shops In Lovell And Fryeburg.

The thrift shop of the Lovell United Church of Christ on Route 5 in Center Lovell, Maine is open Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information call Peg at (207) 935-7528. The thrift shop at the First Congregational Church on Main Street in Fryburg, Maine is open from 9 a.m. to noon.

Alcoholics Anonymous.

Alcoholics Anonymous is meeting at the Gibson Center in North Conway from 8 to 9 p.m.

Al-anon. Al-anon Family Group meets every Saturday from 8 to 9:15 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church on Whittier Road in Tamworth.

EVERY SUNDAY Alcoholics Anonymous Beginners.

Alcoholics Anonymous beginners meetings are every Sunday at Memorial Hospital in the walk-in clinic from 3 to 4 p.m.

The Inter-State SnoGoers. The InterState SnoGoers will meet at 8 a.m. (beginning Oct. 17) in the parking lot across from Osgood Brothers on Route 302 to do trail work. The club is looking for more volunteers to help with preparing the trails for winter. Visit the web site: www.interstatesnowgoers.com or call the snow phone at (207) 935-7669 for trail conditions, club events and more information.

Thomas The Tank. The Mount Washington Valley Childrens Museum located on Main St in North Conway has an handson exhibit for all ages with their miniature Thomas Train Set. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 for non-members.

For more information call 356-2992 or visit www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org.

Little Green Closet Thrift Store. The Thrift Store is now open for discounted children/maternity clothes. Located in the Mount Washington Valley Children’s Museum on Route 16 North Conway next to Stan and Dan Sports. Hours 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call 356-2992 or visit www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org.

Gym Flyers. An indoor radio control model flying activity every Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ossipee Town Hall gym. For all age groups. Children under 12 years with family adult supervision. This is hosted by the Mount Washington Valley Radio Control Club. The cost is $2. Flyers under 12 are free. For more information call 520-0944.

Zen Meditation. Zen meditation takes place at 30 Pleasant Street, Conway, with silent sitting and walking meditation from 8 to 9 a.m. and Zen reading and discussion from 9 to 10 a.m. Open to the public; $2 donation suggested. For information or questions, contact Bill Nagahiro, 447-5066.

Alcoholics Anonymous.

Alcoholics Anonymous is meeting at the Gibson Center in North Conway from 10 to 11:15 a.m. and at the Conway Village Congregational Church on Main Street in Conway Village, from 7 to 8 p.m.

EVERY MONDAY Rotary Pub Club. The Rotary Club of Ossipee Valley is becoming a “Rotary Pub Club” meeting on Monday nights from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Indian Mound Golf Course.

Anyone who would like to learn more about Rotary International is welcome.

Washington Valley Choral Society Rehearsals. The Mount Washington Valley Choral Society rehearses for it’s spring concert (May 20 and 22) at the Kennett Middle School choir room from 7 to 9 p.m. every Monday. Program includes pieces by Handel, Offenbach, Mascagni plus madrigals and spirituals. All welcome. For more information call Gail 383-6640.

‘Drawing Sessions with Carl Owen.’

The Mount Washington Valley Arts Association is offering “Drawing Sessions with Carl Owen” from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center at 16 Norcross Place in North Conway Village. On the second and fourth Monday evenings of each month, Carl Owen will be leading drawing sessions.

There will be a variety of subjects, including models. The cost is $10 per session and life drawing punch cards can be used or purchased. For more information on this class and other offerings, call 603.356-2787 or email info@mwvarts.org.

Arts n’ Crafts for Kids. Join the Mount Washington Valley Childrens Museum, located on Route 16 in North Conway, to create an art piece in the arts n’ crafts room. Afterward there are hours of fun exploring other interactive exhibits as well. Free admission with Healthy Kids Gold Card. Hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call 356-2992 or visit www. mwvchildrensmuseum.org.

Square Dancing. The Mount Washington Valley Stompers Square Dancing Club are holding a workshop every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Conway Elementary School behind the Brown Church in Conway.

These workshops begin Sept. 13 and end the last Monday in May. Mountain Top Music Classes for Kids.

Pre-school music is from 10 to 10:45 a.m.

The cost is $8. Kids ages 3 to 5 use folk songs to learn principles of rhythm and pitch. Through singing, dancing, and the playing of rhythm instruments children lay the foundation for further music study. Call 447-4737 to register.

Contract Bridge. Contract bridge meets at the Fryeburg Legion Hall in Fryeburg, Maine at 1 p.m. Benefits American Legion.

Thrift Shops In Lovell And Fryeburg.

The thrift shop of the Lovell United Church of Christ on Route 5 in Center Lovell, Maine is open Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information call Peg at (207) 935-7528. The thrift shop at the First Congregational Church on Main Street in Fryburg, Maine is open from 9 a.m. to noon.

Food Pantry/Clothing Depot. Vaughan Community Service, Inc. at 2031 White Mountain Highway in North Conway has a food pantry open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m., as well as a clothing depot open from 4 to 6 p.m.

Conway Dinner Bell. A full-course homecooked community dinner is served every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Brown Church in Conway Village. The dinner is open to all. To volunteer or for more information call 447-8407 or e-mail mcpond1@hotmail.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous. Every Monday, Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the Conway Methodist Church Hall on Main Street in Conway Village from noon to 1 p.m., the Women’s group meets at First Church of Christ, North Conway, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and at the Gibson Center in North Conway from 8 to 9 p.m.

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Eagles hope to cap storybook season with a fantastic finish in Manchester

BY LLOYD JONES THE CONWAY DAILY SUN

CONWAY — After starting the season 0-2 and then suffering through a slew of injuries, the Kennett High ice hockey team has an opportunity to write an incredible final chapter to a storybook season tomorrow afternoon in Manchester.

The third seeded Eagles, winners of the last two state championships, will try to make it three in a row Sunday at 12:15 p.m. at the Verizon Wireless Arena when they attempt to spoil top ranked Somersworth’s bid for an undated season.

Somersworth topped the Eagles in two meetings this winter, but both games were incredibly close.

In the first meeting in December in Conway, the Eagles held a lead late only to see the visitors net the game-winner on a controversial power-play and then add an empty-netter to win 4-2.

On Jan. 25, the boys from Conway netted a firstperiod goal and carried that advantage into the third period when Somersworth drew level and later netted the game-winner, again on a controversial five-on-three power-play with under five minutes to play and added an empty-net insurance tally for the 3-1 win.

Coach Michael Lane is hoping the old sports axiom that it’s difficult to beat a good team three times in a row holds true Sunday.

“To get a third shot at Somersworth, the guys couldn’t be more up for the challenge,” he said. “We’ve worn the black (away) jerseys in the Verizon before and has success,” Lane continued. “The fact that (Somersworth) is 20-0, it shows they’re a quality program.

(Smiling) They’re 20-0, but we’ll show up.”

Members of the Eagles are seniors Logan Spoor,

Allie Wagner scored 28 points Thursday. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)

Kennett fans hope captain Logan Spoor will hoist the championship plaque tomorrow afternoon.

(JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)

Chuckie Smith, Jonny Parkhurst and Nick Kevlin; juniors Chris King, Gabe Lee, Kevin Murphy, Cody Richard, Matt Kelly, Dan Rivera and John Bishop; sophomores Connor Todd, Anthony LaRusso, Dillon Smith, Justin Munck and Nick Massa; freshmen Dane Rivera and Brad Canavari; coaches Michael Lane, Peter Hall and Justin Frechette; athletic trainer Andy Trowbridge; and team manager Reilly Murphy.

Kennett advanced to the finals by beating No. 6 Hollis-Brookline 4-2 at the Ham Arena last Saturday and then knocked off No. 2 Alvirne 6-3 at Everett Arena in Concord on Wednesday.

Somersworth’s road to the title came came with a 6-2 victory over No. 8 John Stark last Saturday followed by a 10-3 drubbing of No. 5 Pelham-Windham Wednesday night in Concord.

Grassroots Indoor Soccer Program kicks off tomorrow The Mount Washington Valley Soccer Club is once again offering the second annual Indoor Grassroots Soccer Program, starting tomorrow afternoon at the Kennett Middle School and continuing for five weeks.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for MWV K-8 kids to develop their skills under the tutelage of the area’s foremost coaches,” Angus Badger, vice president of the MWV Soccer Club, said. “This year, we are introducing a curriculum, developed specifically for the Mount Washington Valley by New Hampshire and Massachusetts National Coaches Association of America State Director Giovanni Pacini. This curriculum will be used throughout MWV Soccer Club’s

programs as well as be offered to all valley school and rec soccer programs.”

Grades 1-4 kick-off the play from 3 to 4:30 p.m. followed by grade 5-8 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Sign-ups are available a half hour before each session tomorrow.

The price is $30 with a $10 discount for an additional direct family member.

Kids should bring a water bottle, ball and indoor court shoes.

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Kennett’s title run ends in the semifinals, 59-56

CONWAY — In a three-point game, 18 rebounds can make all the difference between winning and losing. Lebanon out-rebounded the defending state champion Kennett High girls basketball team 44-26 Thursday night at Southern New Hampshire University on its way to a 59-56 victory to advance to today’s title game.

The second seeded Red Raiders got a slight measure of revenge in topping third ranked KHS, who last year spoiled Lebanon’s quest for an undefeated season in the title game.

Lebanon will meet undefeated Souhegan, who had to come from behind late to top an upset-minded No. 12 seed John Stark, 43-39, in the finals today at 2:30 p.m.

In a game that featured 11 lead changes, Kennett trailed 18-14 after the first quarter; 37-32 at the half; and 48-45 after three periods.

The Eagles got as close as two points, 56-54 with 1:26 to play and even missed a three-pointer that would have given them the lead.

Down 59-56 with six seconds to play, Kennett grabbed a rebound of a missed free throw, but was unable to get the ball up the court for a final threepoint attempt to knot the contest and force overtime.

All State guard Allie Wagner, of Kennett, did nothing to hurt her chances of garnering N.H. Player of the Year laurels, scoring a game-high 28 points including going a perfect 10-10 from the free throw line.

Lebanon was led by low post-player sophomore Trina Scheie, who had 24 points to go with a gamehigh 21 points in the win.

For more on the game and a recap of the season, see Sports Extra on Tuesday.

— Lloyd Jones

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Voters at Conway’s deliberative town meeting session added $97,300 to the police budget Monday. A large chunk of that will go to hiring a new officer. On April 12, there will be a separate article on the ballot, asking for another $75,000 for two more officers for the second half of 2011. If approved, those positions would cost $150,000 for the full year in 2012. Police say crime is on the rise in Conway, and a study conducted in 2009 using a formula that is also used by other agencies, including the FBI National Academy, showed the department is understaffed.

This week’s Tele-Talk: Do you support the $75,000 special article for two more police officers in Conway?

Call 733-5822 Saturday and Sunday and leave your comments on our machine. You may fax your responses to 356-8360 or e-mail them to news@conwaydailysun.com. Comments can also be posted on The Conway Daily Sun’s Facebook page. Results will be published Tuesday.

Saturday, March 5 • Given the lean economy, the debate is likely to get heated at the deliberative portions of Conway town and school meetings this year, which is the 15th year since the town did away with traditional town meeting in favor of SB 2.

• Conway’s current selectmen voice their concerns about the SB 2 form of town meeting and low turnout of the past several years.

• The school budget is expected to dominate discussion at the Conway’s annual school meeting on Wednesday; the police budget and transfer station will be the hot topics at town meeting on Monday.

• Freedom residents will decide at town meeting whether to appropriate $1.2 million for a safety complex housing the fire and police departments.

• Conservation committee member Kevin Houle is challenging incumbent selectman Harry Merrow for a three-year selectman’s seat.

• Conway selectmen will be asking for an extra $56,210 to cover rises in fuel costs.

• Eighteen people file for town and school offices on the final day of signup in Conway. There will be 11 candidates for two three-year selectman seats.

Tuesday, March 8 • If the budget committee’s proposed 11 percent cut to the school budget stands, the district will be forced to cut approximately 60 positions; eliminate all sports, music and dance teams at the high school and middle school; and stop running school buses for the high school.

• Voters at Conway’s deliberative town meeting increase the budget to hire an additional police officer and keep the transfer station open on Sundays.

• Ice roads were to blame for two-car accident that left a Berlin woman dead on Saturday morning. A Conway selectmen, Bob Drinkhall, was the driver of the other vehicle.

Wednesday, March 9 • A huge crowd is expected for Conway’s deliberative school meeting tonight. see DIGEST page 8

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• Selectman David Weathers says five months of budget work is “almost for naught” after Conway voters add $180,000 to the budget.

• Freedom voters approve construction of a safety complex that will house the fire and police departments, The cost will be about $300,000 less than the $1.2 million originally proposed.

• After the national gloom and doom of two years ago, last year was a “very good year” for retailers at Settlers’ Green and Settlers’ Crossing in North Conway, according to general manager Dot Seybold.

Thursday, March 10 The Kennett High gymnasium was packed for the annual school meeting. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO) • Conway voters at deliberaFriday, March 11 tive school meeting restore the budget to the $33 million • Admitted murderer Sherwood Gray, of Eaton, has been originally proposed, shooting down the budget commitsentenced to 20 years to life in prison for killing his brother tee’s proposed 11 percent cut. in 2009.

• Tamworth voters turn down petitions to abolish the • Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney hasn’t planning board and conservation commission. yet announced that he will be a candidate for president • Freedom police chief Josh Shackford wins a seat on the in 2012, but he spoke like one at the Carroll County Madison Board of Selectmen, defeating incumbent Mike Republican’s Lincoln Day Dinner at Attitash Grand Benoit.

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• Jackson voters rejected the old guard on Tuesday night, • Voters at Conway town meeting added money back opting for a new selectman and a new town clerk instead into the budget for another police officer. A special warrant of returning familiar faces to town hall. article on April 12 will ask for two more.

• David A. Patch wins a three-person race for Bartlett • A climber is injured in an avalanche on Mount Washselectman. ington.

• Bartlett voters will be asked to appropriate $350,000 • The Kennett High hockey team will go for its third for a full revaluation of the town at town meeting Thursday straight state championship this weekend. night.

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“It’s not surprising, because the voters are smart enough to know the 11 percent cut was not well thought out or responsible — it was just fist pounding. If anyone would like to propose specific cuts, then by all means, say so and let’s discuss it.” — Michael Kline “I’ve only lived here a couple of years so far. I’m still learning about the community and so forth. I didn’t attend tonight’s meeting, and I would have loved to. But I’m glad the 11 percent cut wasn’t passed. After reading about cutting sports programs, I thought that was a bad idea. If I were a parent, I would have pulled my child and sent them to a nearby “private” school or another school that provides sports. I think taking away sports for students opens the doors to “juvenile” crime. Plus, with no sports in school, educational performance can drop. They need an outlet, and not to mention sports gives students an opportunity to receive scholarships to colleges that set them up for success in the future. I know the majority of students in high school don’t participate in sports, but completely ending the programs would create trouble for the community because the town doesn’t have a lot to keep teens busy and out of trouble. Students that aren’t in the sports do participate by attending games and cheering their fellow students on to win. It’s more than just sports. Sports programs teach “teamwork,” build up confidence, and strengthen leadership skills in our young teens.” — Robin Gregg

“OK, now let’s move from all this commotion on and get back to class please. Whew, this was just ridiculous.

So glad it’s over.” — Pat Quinn “Those complaining about the budget committee need to start attending the meetings so you understand the work that goes into what they do. I’ve attended both school board and budget committee meetings, and both have fiduciary responsibility to the local taxpayers. When the budget committee tries to get specific, the school board tells them they don’t want them micromanaging. All they can do is make recommendations. I found the actions of many meeting attendees appalling.” — Cindy Jentho LeFebvre “’Appalling’ actions? You bet! There were plenty of ‘appalling’ actions — starting with the budget committee who acted irresponsibly, illogically and unreasonably. Also ‘appalling’ was the statement made by a board member regarding the education of children with disabilities. But most ‘appalling’ of all was when that same board member ran away when asked to clarify his statements. Maybe he ran back under the rock he’s been living under for the past 40 years.” — Julie James “Voters came out in force to say, hey, there are many things they saw that the budget committee had not taken into account in supporting their spending cuts.. When given an opportunity to recommit, they still gave the school board budget a thumbs down. We found out only the day before the meeting on exactly what a $4.1 million cut would do to this extremely important ‘regional’ investment of educating our kids.

What the 11 percent cut would mean. Sixty jobs, no sports, you know the rest. The real test will be who and why voters will support on the ballots next month.

Educate yourself on the issues, and please show up and vote.” — David Robinson

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NATIONAL PERSPECTIVE

The White-Hot Seat You may think that the engine of change in American politics at the moment is the Republican freshman caucus in the House. Its members have reshaped the budget debate, brought an end to congressional earmarks, assaulted Obamacare, spawned a new debate on environmental policy and made a federal case over the Joint Strike Fighter engine. They've made a difference.

But they're not the biggest engine of change in American politics. The governors are.

A generation ago the nation's governors stressed imagination and competence. From their group emerged four presidents, each with a distinctive record in his state capitol. To a man they were optimists. Indeed the only presidents between John F. Kennedy and Barack Obama who were unalloyed optimists were the governors, two Republicans and two Democrats: Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush.

Today's governors are a different breed. As a group, they face challenges perhaps greater than any of their predecessors since the Great Depression. They can't govern the way earlier governors did, transforming their offices into laboratories of democracy, mostly through spending. Generalfund expenditures in the states declined by 7.3 percent in fiscal 2010, according to the National Governors Association, which predicts that spending and revenue won't return to pre-recession levels until as late as 2014.

Part of the change in the character of the nation's governors is ideological. Republicans outnumber Democrats 28 to 22, and today's Republicans are far more conservative than their predecessors, who sometimes (Nelson A. Rockefeller of New York, Tom McCall of Oregon, Francis W. Sargent of Massachusetts) leaned pretty far toward liberalism.

A dramatic example: Maine's last Republican governor, John R. McKernan Jr., was regarded as a moderate and is married to Sen. Olympia Snowe, one of the last moderate Republicans on Capitol Hill. Today Maine's Republican governor, Paul LePage, has ties to the tea party and has signaled he won't embrace the state's longtime bipartisan consensus on environmental issues.

But much of the change is economic. There may be signs of recovery in the private sector, but not in government, where states face severe budget challenges, lingering pension problems, persistent Medicaid obligations and growing infrastructure obligations. The most depressing reading in the winter of 2011 isn't some treacly romantic tragedy in the paperback racks at the airport. It's the state-of-the-state messages delivered by the nation's governors.

Some excerpts from these documents of despair and despondency, all delivered by Democrats: -- "Governors across this nation, both Democratic and Republican, have been forced to propose budgets that either raise taxes during tough economic times or set thousands and thousands of children, families and seniors adrift from programs they have depended upon for years. Education budgets are being slashed. Prisons are closing. Health care programs are being stripped." -- Gov. Mike Beebe of Arkansas -- "California faces a crisis that is real and unprecedented. Each of us will have to struggle with our conscience and our constituencies as we hammer out a sensible plan to put our state on a sound fiscal footing, honestly balance our budget and position California to regain its historic

momentum." -- Gov. Jerry Brown of California -- "Just like families across Colorado do at their kitchen tables, we have to sit down at this kitchen table and make difficult choices in order to pay our bills, manage our expenses and live within our means in obviously leaner times. How we bring our budget into balance and put Colorado on a sustainable fiscal path will be perhaps the most important legacy of this legislative session." -- Gov. John Hickenlooper of Colorado -- "This is a time of crisis for our state." -- Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo of New York None of this is to say that it has ever been easy to be a governor. Former Gov. Judd Gregg of New Hampshire, who also served in the U.S. House and Senate, regards the governor's office as the most difficult job in politics. In his years in Concord, from 1989 to 1993, five of the state's seven largest banks failed, two public utilities went bankrupt, the only major military base in the state was closed, and state tax revenues fell for the first 12 months.

"You're accountable," the New Hampshire Republican says. "The issues you face as governor are very personal — laying out a road or laying off a teacher — while the national issues senators deal with are very distant. Being a governor is a much more white-hot exercise."

Indeed, gone are the days when governors undertook creative new initiatives that cost money. Republican Mitt Romney, who served as Republican governor of Massachusetts from 2003 to 2007, pioneered a state health care plan that not only would be inconceivable today but also could be a burden to him if, as expected, he seeks the GOP presidential nomination next year.

His plan has striking similarities to the Obama health plan that is anathema to many conservatives, especially the tea party activists who likely will be a major force in Republican primaries and caucuses.

And though Republican Gov. Scott Walker of Wisconsin has drawn attention for his campaign against the state's unionized workers, the budget he submitted early this month will likely prove to be another bitter battleground. He is calling for state spending to be cut by more than $4 billion over the next two years, including more than $1 billion in aid to schools and local governments.

So desperate is the financial picture on the state level that Virginia refused this winter to come up with money to stop the crumbling of one of its most storied and beloved structures, the rotunda designed by Thomas Jefferson at the University of Virginia.

After the Republicans took over Capitol Hill in 1995 for the first time in four decades, House Speaker Newt Gingrich invited GOP governors William F. Weld of Massachusetts and John Engler of Michigan to a House Republican caucus. They explained how they cut spending, were hanged in effigy in their states and then were re-elected.

"Our message was that you can be fiscally conservative and still be re-elected," Weld said in a conversation this month. "The lesson from that came from the governors. It may again."

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Health center celebrating 10th anniversary To the editor: The month of February marked the 10th anniversary of White Mountain Community Health Center. It’s hard to believe it’s been 10 years since the merger of Children’s Health Center and Family Health Centre back in 2001.

It’s been amazing and rewarding for me, as executive director since 2002, to watch and be part of the center’s growth and change. However, celebrating our 10th anniversary wasn’t just about marking a milestone for the health center alone. It was about celebrating the people and the community support that have made those 10 years possible.

Our theme was gratitude.

Now that is something to celebrate!

White Mountain Community Health Center has been fortunate to have caring, dedicated and skilled staff from its inception. Some staff may change over the years, but there’s always a constant: caring individuals who are dedicated to our mission and to the community we serve.

Every day they come in and give 110 percent. There are days when I don’t know how they do it, but they never seem to run out of energy or compassion. To our team, I’d like to impart my most sincere gratitude.

Our celebration was about the community members,

local businesses and organizations that support us as well. My staff and I considered ourselves fortunate to shake the hands of those who have helped us over the many years. Representatives from the local businesses and organizations who partner with us were also present to share in our celebration. Speaking with them about the many possibilities that the future holds for health care in our community was inspiring. Of course, I want to thank the businesses who so generously sponsored our celebration: Badger Realty, North Country Fair Jewelers, Lincare and NorDx and our in kind sponsors of Ruthie’s Flower Shop, Poland Spring and Coca Cola.

They made our 10th anniversary celebration possible with their support.

Every day we’re thankful for the spirit of helping and the depth of generosity of the people, businesses and organizations that help us fulfill our mission. With the continued support of our community we’ll be here for another 10 years to watch as our valley grow and embrace the changes, challenges and opportunities the future is sure to hold.

Patricia McMurry, executive director White Mountain Community Health Center Conway

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Salvador Dali was Spanish and he was a your thumb and the other fingers shaped leading surrealist painter in the time when like a c; o is the tip of your thumb touching people admired surrealist paintings. I always the tip of your forefinger, r is the tip of your thought the paintings were popular because index finger tucked under the tip of your people could say almost anything about them middle finger with your thumb holding down and their admiring friends would think they your last two fingers, and n is a fist with your were probably right. thumb tucked in between your first two finThe most famous Dali painting was “The gers. I’d gotten through c and o and r before Persistence of Memory,” which he released I realized that the waitress might not read in 1931, and there are the manual alphabet and probably people in the there was a lull in the bar world who are still saying talking, so I said, “corn Those people would not have learned things about chowder” instead of spellincluded me, and I only menwhat he meant with ing it. tion them because on Tuesday it. (Bear with me here, All of this, the persisbecause this column is tence of memory part, was I ordered corn chowder at the really about having lunch the result of the first of my Scarecrow. at The Scarecrow Pub in two years working on the Intervale.) ski patrol at Sun Valley, The Persistence of Memory painting shows Idaho, the job that required me to ask the reddish sandstone cliffs on the right, partly Empress of Iran to undo her pants. shrouded with fog, or something. The foreThe World Cup ski racing circuit hadn’t ground shows a large dead fish, or somebeen invented yet, so in the year between the thing, with a thin pocket watch draped over 1952 Olympics and the 1954 World Champiits back. The left side of the painting shows onships, Sun Valley hired the most glittering a table with the stump of a dead tree, or stars to work as waitresses and ski instrucsomething, with a blue pocket watch draped tors, Stein Eriksen and Christian Pravda over its limb. There’s another reddish block prominent among them in the instructor behind the tree with a blue pocket watch staff. There were several on the ski patrol, draped over the edge of the block and someto, most notably Dick Buek, who was the top thing that’s either a hot water bottle or downhiller in America. maybe another pocket watch with a serious Dick had a friend named Earl Ruffa, and skin problem. People would stand in front of after Dick had started on the ski patrol he this painting and spend hours saying high wrote to Earl and asked him to come over, level things about the meaning of it all. there was sure to be a job for him. Dick was Those people would not have included me, a notably free spirit and a celebrated wild and I only mention them because on Tuesman on skis and on wheels, but he was also day I ordered corn chowder at the Scarecrow. an intensely sympathetic friend. Earl was a I did this because they make superior corn deaf mute, he could neither hear nor speak, chowder at the Scarecrow and my father and Dick didn’t want him to feel like such a made superior corn chowder. My mother was stranger when he got to Sun Valley, so before a superior cook and she’d gone to The Boston he arrived, Dick taught the manual alphabet School of Cookery, which was run by Fannie to many of us on the ski patrol and on the Farmer, though that was not her real name, waitress staff that provided the glamour in but my mother deferred to my father when it our lives. came to corn chowder.

Earl turned out to be a splendid fellow, One day I was having lunch in one of the and he had several other prominent excellent mountain restaurants at Steamqualities. For instance, he was an excelboat Springs, in Colorado, and they had lent dancer, which would seem to require corn chowder on the menu. Needless to say, at least serviceable hearing for tuning in the music. Earl couldn’t do that, so he felt I ordered a bowl, and a few minutes after the music through his feet, which felt the the waiter brought it I called him back and vibrations in the floor. said, “This is not corn chowder. This is hot And, amazingly, Dick also befriended me. water with a few kernels of corn in it. Corn Me, the skinny teenager from back east. chowder is made with milk. That, in fact, is Me, the greenest nobody of anyone among the identifying characteristic of chowder, the the 700 employees at Sun Valley. Me, who cook uses milk instead of water that he uses was still wrestling with his stiff old 7-foot, in most of his other soups. I am something of 3-inch ridge top Northland skis which were an authority in this matter, because…”

Anyway, there was quite a lot of noise no good at all in western powder snow, in the Scarecrow Pub when I ordered corn which I couldn’t ski very well anyway. chowder on Tuesday. This is because the Dick Buek was killed in a motorcycle crash bar adjoins the dining room part. Just as not long after the last time I saw him, but I was giving my order there was a burst of the things I learned from him and the people talking at the bar and it buried the words I knew through him lead in a straight line of my corn chowder order, so I repeated to almost all of the important things in my my order using sign language. I used the life since then. In fact, I got my start in jourmanual alphabet, not the real sign lannalism through a very long magazine article guage, which is sort of like visual shortI wrote about Dick that Skiing Magazine hand, with many gestures that represent a published not long after his death. Then the word or a phrase or a feeling. magazine hired me as a principle features I speak rather inarticulate true sign lanwriter and sent me all over North America guage, but there was a time when I was and Europe for almost 20 years. I still work using the manual alphabet every day and I full time in journalism, which I couldn’t do at spoke quite fluent manual sign. So when I all without the persistence of memory part. had to get through the burst of bar talking at the Scarecrow I suddenly broke into manual Nicholas Howe is a writer from Jackson. sign and started to spell corn chowder: c is E-mail him at nickhowe@ncia.net.

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(Below) Ray Gilmore helps host the wounded warriors in the Valley this weekend. (Above) From left posing for a photo on Cranmore are Douglas Lidstone, Charles Loverude, Timothy Koenig, Bryan McCloski, Kenneth Slaton and John Paul Duarte. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTOS)

The bonds of combat Soldiers carry on proud legacy of 10th Mountain at Schneider Cup

BY TOM EASTMAN THE CONWAY DAILY SUN

CONWAY — The bonds of conflict that connect the young soldiers of today with their veteran brethren will be one of the highlights celebrated at the New England Ski Museum’s 15th annual Hannes Schneider Meister Cup at Cranmore Mountain Resort Saturday.

Veterans of the 10th Mountain Division of the legendary Ski Troops of World War II will join their young active-duty brothers in arms and others recovering from injuries at Saturday’s events.

At least three of the 10th veterans plan to race in Saturday’s two-run giant slalom: Nelson Bennett, 96, of Yakima, Wash., Dick Calvert of Wolfeboro, and longtime former Cranmore ski instructor John McDonald, both in their 80s, of North Conway.

Many other 10th World War II veterans will not race but are expected to attend Saturday’s events, as the New England chapter of 10th is hold-

ing its annual spring meeting at the Eagle Mountain House in Jackson this weekend, according to Jeff Leich, executive director of the ski museum.

The festivities at Cranmore Saturday will be led by bronze-star-winning World War II 10th Mountain Division veteran Herbert Schneider, 90, of North Conway, son of the late Hannes Schneider, and longtime past owner/ general manager of Cranmore from 1963 to 1984.

Unlike the three previously mentioned 10th veterans, Schneider will not be skiing but will preside over all the festivities that are being held in honor of his late father, Hannes (18901955), who taught the world how to ski with speed and control through his Arlberg ski technique — first in his native St. Anton in Arlberg, Austria, and then at Cranmore after Cranmore developer and North Conway native son Harvey Dow Gibson won his release from Nazi custody and brought the Schneider family to North Conway in February 1939. see next page

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from preceding page

Just as Gibson had envisioned when he worked behind the scenes to win his release from the Nazis, Hannes Schneider went on to put North Conway on the skiers’ map of North America.

After his father’s death, Herbert continued that legacy as ski school director and later general manager/owner. He has served as the resort’s skiing ambassador since 1984, and, like his father, is a member of the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame.

Herbert will be accompanied by sons Hannes and Christoph, as well as

by Hannes’ sons, Hannes and Marcus.

A seven-person Austrian contingent led by ski historian Chirstof Thoeny from Hannes Schneider’s hometown of Stuben are also returning to North Conway for the weekend. In addition to racing, they are to perform several Schuhplattlers, traditional Alpine folk dances.

••• Helping to recruit active duty soldiers for the weekend is Schneider committee member Capt. Ray Gilmore (U.S. Army-Ret.), 33, of North Conway, a 10th Mountain Division combat veteran and 1996 Kennett High graduate who went straight into active duty after graduating from the University of Vermont.

“I joined the 10th because I grew up with this history,” says Gilmore, who served from 2001 to 2009, with two tours in Afghanistan.

“My first Schneider Cup was when I was in high school. I mean, I live in a town where the 10th Mountain Division Highway rolls right through it. I remember seeing these veterans in their white Pando Commando outfits performing their maneuvers at their reunions at Cranmore every year. It made an impression. It’s an honor to get to be with these guys, who not only had ‘it’ way back when, but who still do. They are a dwindling precious resource, and there’s a reason why they are called ‘The Greatest Generation.’”

In addition to 11 soldiers from the 10th who are stationed in Fort Drum, N.Y., Gilmore says Saturday’s race will also feature teams from the Vermont Mountain Warfare School and from ROTC programs at the University of New Hampshire’s and the University of Vermont.

Two teams of descen-

dants of World War II 10th veterans will also compete.

Gilmore recruited fellow residents of the Mount Washington Valley who are retired military personnel to be on his team, including Army Capt. Jake Risch of Madison (Army Reserve), Capt. Gary Levegrine (Ret.), and Mike Malkin (ENS).

••• As followers of military history well know, the 10th is renowned for its bravery in heavy fighting in Italy in late World War II. see next page

Cranmore ski instructors took the warriors from Fort Drum out for a lesson during Friday’s rain. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)

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War veterans ski the slopes of Cranmore Friday. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO) from preceding page

The beginnings of a capability for mountain and winter warfare in the U.S. Army date back to the winter of 1941, according to the ski museum’s Leich, when the War Department authorized the activation of small military patrols that would operate on skis in five divisions scattered across the northern tier of the country.

“Prior to that time, the common assessment was that the Army was well-prepared to fight in Maine in the summer and Florida in the winter, but not the other way around,” said the ski museum’s Leich, who wrote a book on the Ski Troops, “Tales of the 10th.” “A concentrated effort by leaders of the National Ski Patrol and the American Alpine Club to convince the War Department to experiment with troops on skis led to the divisional patrols of 1941, and the next year to the activation of a full regiment, the 87th Mountain Infantry regiment.”

The division trained at Camp Hale, Colo., and in Texas before being deployed in late 1944 to Italy.

Trained in skiing as well as rock climbing, the 10th used its climbing skills to scale Riva Ridge under the cover of darkness in February 1945 and surprise German sentries there and on Mount Belvedere overlooking the important Po River Valley.

After Germany’s surrender in May 1945, the division was to be sent to the Pacific theater to take part in the invasion of Japan but after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945, Japan surrendered.

The 10th suffered 992 killed in action and 4,154 wounded in action in 114 days of combat in World War II. The division was deactivated in 1958, and was reactivated as Light Infantry at Fort Drum, N.Y., in February 1985.

It has seen duty since that time in 1990 in Operation Desert Storm, in Somalia in 1993, in Haiti in 1994, in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1998. In the War on Terrorism after 9-11, the division has served numerous tours in Afghanistan and Iraq.

••• Speaking about the race’s military traditions, the ski museum’s Leich notes, “Hannes Schneider was a mountain soldier himself in World War I, so it is fitting that the Schneider Race pays tribute to America’s mountain troops. Each year 10th Mountain Division veterans of World War II, and the Color Guard and soldiers of the active duty 10th Mountain Division of Fort Drum, New York take part in this memorable event.”

Five of the soldiers racing this weekend are Wounded Warriors who were see next page

Schneider Cup schedule All are welcome to be part of the New England Ski Museum’s 15th annual Hannes Schneider Meister Cup, whether as racers or spectators, according to Jeff Leich, executive director of the New England Ski Museum.

Leich said, “Your participation in this event helps fund the collection and conservation of our skiing heritage exhibited at the New England Ski Museum for the purpose of research, education, and entertainment. Located at the foot of Cannon Mountain in Franconia, this important museum offers an archive of skiing history with colorful exhibits, an extensive library, and growing collections of skirelated artifacts.”

In addition to its Franconia facility, which currently has an exhibit on New Hampshire’s Olympic ski history, the museum (823-7177) has two satellite exhibits in North Conway: one at the state-operated Scenic Vista in Intervale, and the other in the lobby of the Eastern Slope Inn. Friday night’s Hannes Shncier Meister Cup activities were to include (weather permitting) the inaugural Dynafit Nachtspektakel, a social nighttime ski tour for skiers with

alpine touring or telemark equipment and climbing skins. A torchlight parade and party at the Eating House was also held, featuring the first-ever induction of five members to Cranmore Snowsports School Hall of Fame (the late Hannes Schneider, Austrian ski instructor Edi Mall, and Herbert Schneider, John McDonald and Danny Grant, the latter three of whom were present).

The schedule for Saturday includes: * 9:15 a.m. - Opening ceremonies * 10 a.m. - Two-run giant slalom * 10 a.m. - Ice carving * 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. New England Ski Museum silent auction, Eating House * 2 p.m. - Vintage ski wear fashion show * 3:30 p.m. - Awards ceremony * 4 p.m. - Dennis and Davey apres ski entertainment * 4 p.m. - Cranapalooza, including fireworks at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m. - Lecture by Austrian ski historian Christof Thoeny on “Hannes Schneider and His Disciples” at the Legends Room at the Eastern Slope Inn. For more information, call Cranmore at 356-5543 or visit www.skimuseum.org.

who have psychological issues, if the from preceding page lodge is crowded, we give them some injured during their tours in Iraq or strategies to overcome that and still Afghanistan. be part of the group and participate.”

On a dreary March morning Friday, Other suffer from torn ligaments, the 11 battle-tested soldiers took to bad backs and other ailments from Cranmore’s South Slope to practice their service, she said. their turns under the tutelage of vet••• eran Cranmore Snowsports School Maj. Justin Day, 38, the operations instructor and retired Merchant officer for the weekend, and other solMarine David Bartlett as well as diers interviewed all said they share other snowsports school instructors.

Gilmore’s reverence for the 10th vet“These guys are erans, saying they incredible. They tell looked forward to you ‘Thank you, sir,’ “Some of the issues we deal meeting them at Satand yet you’re wantwith is pacing. Some of the urday’s events. ing to thank them for “Even though these guys have a hard time under- guys their service. They are in their 80s don’t complain — standing their limitations and and 90s now, you can they just want to get skiing is not something they picture what they out there and do it, were like when they despite their injuries,” get to do on a daily basis. Also, were 20,” said Day, a said Bartlett, who another issue is pain — and veteran of three tours has worked with the also, for some of the individuals of duty in Iraq who wounded warrior solhails from Wyoming diers at the race for who have psychological issues, and who is the senior the past five years. if the lodge is crowded, we officer for the weekend All but one at Fri- give them some strategies to for his unit. He spent day’s rainy training 18 months recovering session had some overcome that and still be part from injured knees — prior experience on of the group and participate.” three deployments, he skis or snowboards. says, “just wear your All looked forward to body out.” running their first sets of gates in SatHaving undergone that therapy, he urday’s race. looks forward to returning to active They were assisted by Army physiduty — and to the slopes this weekcal therapists and support personnel. end.

“Some of the issues we deal with “I used to be pretty good,” said Day is pacing,” said 1st Lt. Kirsten Wiecof his skiing skills, “but now I’m not! zorek, a physical therapist from Fort We’ll see how it is — I’m sure it won’t Drum with the WTU — Wounded be like it was when I was 18!”

Warrior Condition Unit. “Some of the Warfare aside — who is? guys have a hard time understandThen again, there’s that task of ing their limitations and skiing is not catching up with 10th World War II something they get to do on a daily veterans Bennett, McDonald and basis. Also, another issue is pain — Calvert — all well over 80, and still and also, for some of the individuals skiing. And skiing well.

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Bartlett’s annual school meeting is Tuesday; budget up 4.1 percent

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The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. in the gymnasium at the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School.

"The budget is a little higher than I'd like to see particularly in this economy," Carl Nelson, school superintendent, said. "Given the contractual obligations there wasn't a lot the school board could do."

According to school officials the chief reasons for the increase are a 15.4 percent increase in health insurance premiums as well as salary increases for staff. Bartlett is the in the final year of a two-year contract, which was one of the first adopted under the controversial Evergreen rule. Under the contract, over half of the teachers at Josiah Bartlett received $2,700 raises both years ($5,400 over the past two years). They would have continued to garner those increases in perpetuity until a new contract was brokered.

Under the current contract, at least 16 long-time teachers will be receiving $2,700 raises this year and stand to receive at least that much for the foreseeable future until a new contract is in place. A new teacher on the lowest step ladder would receive a $500 raise.

Bartlett has not had any teachers leave in the past four years.

Bartlett ranks 154th in minimum starting teacher salary out of 160 district according to the New Hampshire Department of Education, coming in at $28,000. The state's average salary for starting teachers with BA degrees was $33,120, excluding benefits, in 2009-10.

The average salary for all teachers in the state in 2009-10, according to N.H. Department of Education, was $51,443, excluding benefits.

Bartlett's average teacher salary (28.2 teachers) is above the state average, coming in at $54,984 (excluding the past two years in raises) while Conway's average teacher salary for 169.4 teachers is $41,633, excluding benefits.

Last month, the the N.H. House overwhelmingly supported the repeal of the Evergreen bill. The legislation, passed under Democrat leadership in 2008, allows pay plans for public employees to continue after contracts expire, effectively ensuring teachers and other public employees that they will receive

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The school board's budget for 2011-12 that is up 4.1 percent over last year could actually balloon to 7 1/2 percent if Bartlett becomes a donor town in July and is forced to pay $228,825 in new education taxes to the state.

The proposed budget is $7,975,488, which is up $316,241 over this past year.

Chief among the reasons for the increases are a 15.4 percent increase in health insurance (up $121,758 over last year) and an increase of $89,000 for the second year of the teachers' contract to cover raises. Retirement is up $27,726 due the district being asked to pay two percent more than in prior years.

Health insurance has jumped over 50 percent in the past three years. Last year the community absorbed a 27.5 percent increase in health insurance (an increase of $168,682 over the prior year).

Bartlett teachers pay a zero deductible for their health insurance and will continue to do so until a new contract is reached.

Switching to a district-funded $500 deductible, which the Conway teachers' union has agreed to do, has been explored by the school board, but members and Nelson said there really are no financial savings.

Because of the size of the teachers' union, which is less than 100 members, Nelson explained there really is no savings by going to the $500 deductible. "Even with this increase, it's still cheaper than Conway," he said.

Because of the language Bartlett carries in its contract, board member Dan Perley said the board has a clause that states taxpayers will pay 80 percent of the lowest cost plan, and if there is a lower rate for a comparable plan, the board has the option to switch.

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TAMWORTH — Something of a battle played out between senior citizens and young citizens at the annual school district meeting last week, with two different perspectives emerging during budget discussions.

The stage was set when the administration announced a reorganization where the number of teachers would be reduced from 15 to 13. One teacher will be laid off and the other position was reduced by attrition. The move would bring average class sizes up from 13 students to 16, which officials assured was still well within state guidelines. The state average is 20.

"That's why our costs are so high," said school board member Daniel Rowe. "We're trying to move up the number of students per classroom."

But resident Lori Palmer made a motion to add back $140,000 to fund the teaching positions that were on the chopping block. Doing so would add $76 in taxes on a home worth $200,000. Her motion increased the budget to $5,833,542.

Palmer added there was a $150,000 increase for tuitioning students to Kennett. Just recently, Conway School District gave back $705,000 to Conway taxpayers.

"We didn't see any of that money and we never

will," said Palmer."Our kids are suffering because we cut two classroom teachers. I don't see that as fair to our students."

But 62-year-old Peg DeLong said seniors are concerned about their pocket books. Some of those seniors only make about $12,000 per year on Social Security. She asked voters to consider what is necessary for education.

"Younger parents with kids in school just don't get that there are people with limited incomes," said DeLong stressing that she supports education.

One of those young residents, Lindsay Weigel, agreed with Palmer. She stressed that education is very important.

"It's a small price to pay when you're talking about the people taking care of our kids," said Weigel.

Older resident David Bowles added $76 doesn't sound like a lot of money but it is to people on Social Security. They already struggle to pay for food, medicine and heat.

"We can't afford it," said Bowles of the $76.

School board chair Laura Pike said Palmer's motion runs counter to everything the school board has been trying to do. She added all the candidates at a recent forum were asked how to control taxes.

A number of the candidates said the school was the biggest cost.

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"We have a lot of experienced staff who have stayed and are on the top of their game," Voci said. "They've been here 20 to 30 years, and then we have another big group that's been here between six and 12 years, which I believe is a really good thing. They've come here, built homes and stayed in the community. One of the reasons we've been so successful is we have a core of faculty — they get it and are really committed. We have awesome people in this building."

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Recession Session: David Francey - Singer-Songwriter, Storyteller Carolina Chocolate Drops ......................................................SOLD OUT Mavis Staples and Billy Bragg Ruthie Foster - Folk / Blues Paula Poundstone - Comedian Del McCoury Band - Bluegrass Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas - Master Scottish Fiddler Tom Rush - Folk Icon Claire Lynch Band John Hammond - Roots, Blues Kerri Powers - Singer Songwriter John Popper & The Duskray Troubaours - Singer from Blues Traveler........ ............................................................................................JUST ADDED April 28 Shawn Mullins - Pop Singer Songwriter April 29 Enter the Haggis - Canadian Celtic Rock April 30 Susan Werner - Singer Songwriter May 5 Spinney Brothers - Bluegrass May 6 Rosanne Cash - Up Close and Personal May 7,8 A Mother of a Craft Fair - Mother’s Day 2-Day Festival May 12 Iris Dement - Folk Singer...................................................JUST ADDED May 13 April Verch - Canadian Fiddler May 14 Judy Collins - Up Close and Personal May 21 Kingston Trio - Folk Trio Legends May 26 Sonny Landreth - Slide Guitar Great June 4 Carol Noonan and the Stone Mountain Boys host Stone Mountain LIVE! Maine’s Own Musical Jamboree Show with special guests The Reunion of Knots and Crosses!

June 12 James McMurtry - Roots Singer Songwriter June 17 Aztec Two Step - 40th Anniversary Show June 20,21 Indigo Girls - Up Close and Personal................................JUST ADDED June 26 Greg Brown - Singer Songwriter .......................................JUST ADDED July 2 Carol Noonan and the Stone Mountain Boys host Stone Mountain LIVE! Maine’s Own Musical Jamboree Show with special guests John Gorka and Lucy Kaplansky .................................................................JUST ADDED July 8 Le Vent Du Nord - Canadian Celtic July 9,10 Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives July 16 The Pine Leaf Boys.............................................................JUST ADDED July 17 Zoe Muth and the Lost High Rollers July 18 Robert Cray - Up Close and Personal July 22 Mountain Heart - Super Bluegrass / Eclectic July 23 Jimmy Webb - Legendary Songwriter July 30 An Evening with Dana Cunningham, Max Dyer and Carol Noonan............ ............................................................................................JUST ADDED Aug. 4 Comedian Bob Marley.......................................................JUST ADDED Aug. 12 Chris Smither - Blues Songwriter Aug. 13 Ellis Paul - Singer Songwriter Aug. 18 Eilen Jewell - Singer Songwriter.......................................JUST ADDED Aug. 27 Kris Delmhorst & Session Americana - Roots Round Table. JUST ADDED Sept. 29 Honey Dew Drops Oct. 28 Don Campbell Band Nov. 5 Harry Manx - Blues, Sitar / Guitar ...................................JUST ADDED Nov. 12 Carol Noonan and the Stone Mountain Boys host Stone Mountain LIVE! Maine’s Own Musical Jamboree Show with special guests Tim O’Brien and Michael Doucet

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Rowe said the school isn't getting superior test scores even though class sizes are far below the state average. Rowe wanted to ask Palmer how many students she has in her classroom in Freedom, but moderator Kent Hemingway Jr. wouldn't let him.

"This counters everything we are trying to do," said Rowe. "Thirteen (students) is just too small."

DARE officer Lisa Remick supported Palmer's motion. She said small class size is important because the teaching environment has changed over the years. Previously, children with special needs were not in the regular classroom.

Now they are. When a special needs child causes a disruption it can set off even more children.

Ultimately, Palmer's motion failed by an overwhelming voice vote. Later, the budget passed at $5,693,542.

The underlying problem, said resident Paul Chant, is the lack of highpaying jobs in the area. Right now,

the tax base consists of fixed-income retirees and low-paid resort workers.The problem is pronounced when one compares southern New Hampshire to areas above the lakes region.

"That's a tough combination," said Chant.

A petition for all-day kindergarten passed by a vote of 107-42. Officials said they wouldn't need additional staff for full-day kindergarten.

Although the school will offer fullday kindergarten, parents may choose a half-day option. Also, state law doesn't require parents to send their children to kindergarten.

Kindergarten teacher Susan Wald said her students felt rushed with the half-day program.

Voters also authorized the school district to create a study committee to look at the organization of SAU 13 and the "advisability" of going to SAU 9. If the committee recommends any major changes, then the board will come back to voters next year.

"We just want to study this," said school board meeting John Cleveland.

Swanick elected Effingham selectman EFFINGHAM — In a race against two other people, Theresa Swanick won a selectman’s seat in Effingham on Tuesday.

Swanick received 138 votes, Henry Spencer received 122 votes, and Joseph Sherin received 19 votes.

In the race for planning board, four people were competing for two seats.

Jory Augenti received 141 votes, William Piekut received 133 votes, Stefan Zalewski received 116 and Daniel Sinapius received 108.

In the race for zoning board, there were three people competing for two seats. Timothy White received 184 votes, Augenti received 160 and Sinapius received 105 votes.

Merrow retains seat as Ossipee selectman

OSSIPEE -- Long-time selectman Harry Merrow defeated challenger Kevin Houle at the polls on Tuesday.

The vote was 351 to 138. Parts of Houle’s platform would have radically changed the municipal government. For example, he suggested abolishing the Ossipee Police Department and contracting with

the New Hampshire State Police and/or the county sheriff ’s office.

Merrow opposed that idea.

Incumbent planning board members kept their seats. Three people were running for two positions. William Grover received 276 votes, C.J. “Ski” Kwiatkowski received 204 votes, and Stuart Feldman received 181.

Bachich defeats Thoms in Eaton selectman’s race EATON -- Donald Bacich beat Sandy Thoms in the race for Eaton

selectman Tuesday. The vote was 76 to 36.

THE CONWAY DAILY SUN, Saturday, March 12, 2011— Page 19

The Snow Report

Tom Eastman

Crash Dummy Contest at King Pine; St. Pat’s Kids Parade at Black CONWAY — Welcome to “Bend zee knees” weekend, as Cranmore Mountain Resort and the New England Ski Museum celebrate the 15th annual Hannes Schneider Meister Cup March 12.

Herr Schneider (18901955), the late Austrian great ski instructor, always used to give skiers those instructions as he guided them with his crouched, Arlberg ski technique as they progressed from snowplow to stem christiana to parallel turns.

His son, Herbert, continues the Schneider legacy, as both are members of the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame.

Among the highlights of the day are the opening ceremonies at 9:15 a.m., a vintage ski -ear contest, a silent auction, ice carving, and an awards ceremony, to be followed by apres ski with Dennis and Davey, Cranapalooza festivities and fireworks, the latter of which are set for 7:30 p.m. It’s the last Cranapalooza of the season.

Cranmore’s tubing park and mountain coaster will be reopening for the weekend.

EMS telemark lessons will take place Saturday, and a Sunny Style Slopestyle is set for Sunday. Call 356-5543 for further information.

In other highlights of the weekend, Shawnee Peak (207-647-8444) presents its Retro Day March 12. Come dressed in your best old school gear and lay it down!

“We’ll have a bessed dress contest [at 11 a.m. in the courtyard] with awards and prize; a magic mogul competition [from 1 to 3 p.m. on The Vain], funky music and tons of good skiing,” says Shawnee’s Melissa Rock.

King Pine/Purity Spring Resort (3678896) features night skiing Saturday. King Pine presents its second annual Crash Dummy Launch Contest Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register beginning at 10 a.m. in the Evergreen Room. Creativity judging starts at 11 a.m., and the launch starts at 1 p.m.

“The Dummy Launch will be a day of crashes

and laughs as teams design, build and decorate the best dummies to be launched off the huge snow mass on the East Slope,”says King Pine assistant marketing director Emily Eastman.

King Pine offers sleigh rides, tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing throughout the season. A kids’ fun race is set for March 12 at 10 a.m., a Family Fun Race is at 6 p.m. An

Audubon snowshoe tour takes place at 2 p.m. Saturday, while an intermediate tour is set for Sunday at 10 a.m.

Black Mountain (3834490) in Jackson on Sunday presents its first annual St. Patrick’s

Day Kids Ski Parade, sponsored by the Shannon Door Pub. Dress in green, and join in on the fun. A Pot o’ Gold treasure hunt will be part of the festivities.

Bretton Woods (2783320) presents the

WFNX-FM Coors Light SnoRiders March 12.

Music and giveaways will be featured. The last night skiing of the season is March 12.

Cannon (823-8800) see REPORT page 20

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rocks out with the ‘80s at a ski party in the Cannonball Pub March 12 with live music from Aquanet from 3 to 6 p.m.

A costume contest will be held as part of the fun. *** SKI TOURING: Despite this week’s rain and snow, things are looking good on the

touring trails.

“It’s been an interesting week, with rain at the start, followed by clearing which allowed it to drain out, then grooming, and snow on Thursday followed by more rain Friday, but it should be drained out and in good shape for the weekend,” is how Doug Garland of Bear Notch Ski Touring and

Snowshoe Center (3742277) of Bartlett put it Friday, as the rain poured down.

Jackson Ski Touring (383-9355) has its guided snowshoe tours at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Saturdays. A potluck dinner at the center is set for 6 p.m.

“We’ll be out grooming, and the skiing’s going to be better than you

think,” says executive director Thom Perkins.

Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center (4662333) features the Carl Johnson Memorial Race March 12 in a benefit for ALS research. Johnson was a colorful and popular Great Glen host — in his honor, an award will be given for the wackiest tights.

Ski with a natural-

ist at Great Glen Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Also on Sunday, Great Glen hosts the Granite State Snowshoe Series finals.

The Mount Washington Valley Ski Touring and Snowshoe Center (356-9920) hosts guided snowshoe tours Saturdays at 1 p.m.

In addition to the Schneider Cup at Cranmore Saturday, the New

England Ski Museum is presenting its third annual Bretton Woods Nordic Marathon March 12. It’s a classic 50k race. The start time has been pushed back to 10 a.m. Call 278-3322.

On Sunday, the Bretton Woods Nordic Center is presenting the 36th annual Mount Washington Cup, a 15k freestyle race.

Rivers monitored as rain falls PETERBOROUGH, -- Residents along the Contoocook River were keeping a close eye on water levels as heavy rain fell Friday.

Homeowners in Peterborough said they were nervous, especially after flooding in some areas earlier in the week caused by ice jams on the river. But as rain eased off later Friday morning, river levels began to drop.

Officials from the U.S. Geological Service tracked the volume of the river. Richard Kiah said he measured it at 582 cubic feet per second, well below flood stage.

“Flood stage is about 2,000 feet per second, so we’re below flood stage,” he said. “You would have to increase that about four times.”

Local officials said they were still concerned about ice jams, which could cause water to back up rapidly. One ice jam that was being monitored was close to the downtown area, but officials said they were grateful that river levels had dropped.

“It looks pretty good out there now,” said fire Capt. Steve Bolduc.

“We’re hoping it will maintain that and there will be no more flooding.”

On Monday, ice jammed the river, leading to localized flooding.

Resident Natasha Taylor said she was forced to wait it out away from home.

“Monday, I went out to do some errands and my mom stayed here with the little one, and sure enough, we ended up getting the road closed, and I couldn’t get back for a couple of hours,” she said.

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DAVID EASTMAN

Country Ecology: Wood duck controversies ‘A’

Wood duck boxes are heavy, water is counterproductive. weigh up to twenty pounds and Smith surmised that a sucseem something only budding cession of dump-nesters had sportsmen should lug. They can attempted to force their way into be put out in the marshy reaches the nest-box while the hen was on the pine snags or on a pipe incubating. Eventually when driven into the pond's bottom, one or more gets inside, the hens following drilling a hole through fight furiously, and tear feathers the ice. This keeps them away and skin from each other's head from raccoons which like to preand neck, and also break eggs date the abundant wood duck in the process. He thinks the eggs. Many hens of hooded merexhausted original female wood gansers and other wood ducks duck finally abandons her nest, will lay eggs in a chosen leaving the large clump duck box, creating a of eggs unhatched. pile of thirty of so eggs Wildlife biologists think within. The wood duck the cure for this troublehen can't incubate more some trait of intraspethan l4 of these eggs, so cific brood parasitism, many fail to hatch. They that we have contribare there when you uted to by our placeopen the wood duck box, ment of readily accepted and are ready to clean it nest boxes, is an adjustout for another season. ment of putting the The eggs plop out on the wood duck houses back David Eastman ice, with a frozen "Pop", in the woods where the revealing the rotten natural cavities were corpse within of a nearly develfor these ducks originally. oped duckling. Seems a waste, Paul Sherman, a professor of but this habit of "egg-dumping" animal behavior at Cornell Uniby these two species has been versity, and Brad Semel, an Illiaggravated by the enjoyable pasnois wildlife biologist, observed time of providing multiple wood that wood duck's propensity to duck houses in wetlands. parasitize a nest is triggered by In Audubon magazine, writer seeing another female enter a Jack Hope once followed a crew nest cavity to lay eggs. In forest from New York's Department habitat, these cavities are conof Environmental Conservacealed, and brood parasitism tion around investigating nestremains at a low level. When box parasitism in the Bashakill one sees many nest boxes stickWildlife Management Area. The ing up over the open waters of a three man crew headed up by pond or marsh, as occurs comwildlife biologist Scott Smith monly in most wildlife refuges, determined that out of a total virtually every female that lays of 38 eggs laid in one wood duck an egg can be easily spotted by house, only five or six will hatch. other hens, who then overload The female wood duck claiming her nest. this house has laid l0 or l2 of Roger Strand wrote an article those eggs, but cannot incubate on identifying hen wood ducks by all that other hens have left in their facial patterns in the Wood there, because the eggs slip and Duck Newsgram of August, slide past one another, and do not l999, which is published by the stay consistently warm during Wood Duck Society. He showed the thirty days of incubation. that older hens have more white Few hatch, so the idea of placing in their eye rings and accessory wood duck houses out over open patches between the eye and bill.

With practice, one can use eye ring size, along with the presence of white and gray feather patches on the head and neck to roughly age and identify individual hens. A four year old hen has a big eye ring, with a wide bill ring and multiple accessory patches than a one year female by a wide contrast.

His illustrations show some wood duck facial patterns. He said the observer may begin to match the physical head pattern with the various hens' behavior. He stated that during egg laying, individual hens develop the habit of using a particular viewing perch before dropping down to the box. When very unusual head patterns allow it, box choice and perching patterns may be recognized as consistent from one year to the next.

Strand feels that it is the exception when this multi-hen, intraspecific laying pattern leads to abandonment, with dumped eggs lying in haphazard piles and no attempt at incubation. He feels that the majority of successfully hatched clutches contain eggs from more than one hen, even where the clutch would be considered normal by total egg count alone. As said, a single hen can lay up to 16 eggs, with the usual range being 8 to 14 for an initial attempt. She lays one egg a day, occasionally skipping a day, and this tells wood duck biologists how things are going when they check a nest box in late afternoon. More next week.

Dave Eastman also broadcasts “Country Ecology” four times weekly over WMWV 93.5 fm.

As Vice President of the Lakes Region Chapter/ASNH, he welcomes you to monthly programs at the Loon Center in Moultonborough. He is available at: www.countryecology.com for consultation.

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This past weekend Janet there was a good crowd. and I had a wonderful time Aside from meeting the at the New Hampshire Fly folks that attend the show Fishing Show. The show is we also enjoy talking with held each year at the Pelham the other vendors. The show Fish and Game Club and is Bill Thompson is a great place to catch up sponsored by the Club and on the gossip and what’s the Merrimac River Trout Unlimited happing in the industry, or at least the Chapter. This year there were about 25 New Hampshire part. A fellow by the vendors and organizations represented name of Fred Kretchman had the booth at the Show. Needless the North Counnext to ours. Fred makes some of the try Angler was there as it has been for finest bamboo fly rods in the country. I the last nine years. I can’t say that we had a great deal of fun talking to him make a lot of money by attending, but about rod building in between customwe do meet a lot of old friends and make ers. He had a nice F. E. Thomas, eight a whole bunch of new ones. and a half foot Dirigo for sale that I This year’s show was one of the best would loved to have had. The price was attended that I have seen in several right, but the cash flow wasn’t. years. Saturday morning, when the Our good friend Ken Hastings was doors opened, there was a flood of there, as usual, along with his son. Ken humanity rushing into the exhibit is an excellent guide who drifts the Conhall. We were busy right from the necticut River and the Androscoggin. opening bell. Sunday morning got off Jim Makris from the Opechee Trading to a slower start, but by noon time Post was on hand. Jim had a nice collec-

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tion of antique fly reels for sale; again I was tempted to make a purchase. If you had any interest at all in fly fishing there was something at the show to grab your attention. If you missed it, plan on next year, it is always held on the first weekend of March.

The NH Fly Fishing Show also marks the judging of the Pink Fly Contest. We did not have the participation that we normally have, but the level of competition went up, as it has every year since the beginning. The winner of this years contest was a repeat from last year.

Chris Clark took first place again this year with a beautiful full dress salmon fly called “The Pink Shooting Star.”

I hope to get some pictures up on the Internet latter today, however, the fly will be on display for a few days more at the shop along with the other entries.

A lot of people have been asking when this years Saco Valley Anglers Trout Unlimited Auction will be held. The

date for this year’s auction is Saturday, April 9. The event will be held Merlino’s Steak House in North Conway. Just look for the big steer on top of the sign.

This year the guest auctioneer will be, none other than local legend, George Cleveland. We have already received some great auction items, however, we still need a lot more good stuff. So, dig through your old gear and see if there isn’t something that you might want to donate to the cause.

Saco Valley Anglers will be having a meeting this month on March 23 and we will have a guest speaker. Jim Staples will be giving a slide presentation on salmon fishing in Newfoundland.

Spring is coming so hang in there in the mean time there are lots of events to keep you occupied.

See you on the river.

Bill and Janet Thompson own North Country Angler in North Conway.

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Weekend Warrior: I’m skiing in the rain

One of the best kept secrets in the ski world is that rainy days often are some of the best ski days if you have the right clothes. Even better are rainy weekend days as the lines are almost non-existent and the skiing is fantastic.

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The right clothing makes all the difference. Most of your veteran skiers have a jacket in their closet that is waterproof (gore-tex or faux gore-tex) and these coats generally have a large hood that can fit over your helmet. It is not uncommon to see the veterans out there with those bright orange, insulated rubber gloves that hard-

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M&D Productions starts movie night Tuesday CONWAY — M&D Productions wants to ask: “What is your favorite movie?” Could it be “Casablanca” or maybe “Citizen Kane” or even the thriller “Psycho?” These are all great examples of movie classics. From the silent scene, to film noir, black and whites, to modern classics, all of us have grown up watching movies.

Now M&D Productions is providing a unique opportunity to watch these great films again, while sharing great food from around the valley and enjoying the company of good friends.

Starting on Tuesday, March 15, M&D Productions will be showing the 1941 classic movie “Citizen Kane”

by Orson Welles. “We wanted to start with a popular favorite and build our audience base,” Chrissy Howe said.

All of this will take place in “The

Culture Cafe,” the future coffee shop at Your Theatre in North Conway, slated to officially open in the summer.

The movie portion of the evening will start at 7 p.m. with hors d'oeuvres beginning at 6 p.m. Starting in April, there will be a local restaurant sponsor for each show.

“It will be yet another great way for M&D Productions to collaborate with the community and help each other thrive,” executive director, Mark DeLancey said. “This is something we are proud to be known for.”

This monthly event will be every second Tuesday of the month. Ticket price for this event will only be $15 to cover the cost of the food.

Reservations will be required to assure against over booking the seating. Call for reservations at 733-5275.

Performing arts center presents London’s National Theater’s ‘Frankenstein’ in HD FRYEBURG, Maine — Danny Boyle’s ("Slumdog Millionaire," "28 Days Later") forthcoming National Theatre production of "Frankenstein," a new play by Nick Dear based on Mary Shelley’s gothic novel, will be broadcast twice at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine for National Theatre Live. The broadcasts will be on Thursday, March 17, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 26, at 1 p.m.

Both versions of the production will be filmed on March 17. The evening performance, featuring Benedict Cumberbatch as the Creature and Jonny Lee Miller as Frankenstein, will be

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Mount Washington peeking above the clouds, from Mount Pierce. (ED PARSONS PHOTO)

Repetition wrapped in variety Hiking –––––

A couple months ago, I morning, and it was unusual climbed Mount Pierce (4,312 for me to start out on a hike feet) and wrote about it, so late in the day. It felt like Ed Parsons a real luxury, and I looked though I called the peak by its previous official name, forward to the late afterMount Clinton. This week, I had time noon light on the bare summit. on a gorgeous Tuesday afternoon to The first person I bumped into had drive up through Crawford Notch on backcountry skis. He was slowly and hike up the Crawford Path to the skiing down the narrow trail after summit of the mountain again. venturing up a mile or so. He was a Repetition is an element in virtually Vermont physician at a conference all human activity, though we like to at the Mount Washington Hotel, and think that variety is our spice. Repwas out for a few hours. I was the etition, however, is our daily groundfirst hiker he has seen that day, and ing, wrapped in the variety found on a he seemed pleased to meet someone particular day. climbing a winter mountain. It was On my hike on Tuesday, I took the same another bonus in his break from a trail to the same mountain as before, but medical conference. it was a totally different experience on a Climbing steadily, I passed the different day. I saw beauties undreamed Mizpah Cutoff, then the trail leveled of on the previous hike. out a little as it swung around the For the sake of variety in this column, west slope of the mountain. The trees I’ll call the mountain Mount Pierce, got smaller and more choked with having called it Mount Clinton last snow. I was nearing the open area time. But reality is a grand repetition, where there is a trail junction, just and in that spirit, it feels comfortable below the top of Mount Pierce. writing about this hike again so soon.

I was almost at the junction. But the Yet, it is interesting to contrast the two tracks I was following left the main hikes. If you recall, the last time I did it, trail, and started climbing up through there was a blizzard as I drove up the the stunted spruce directly to the top of through notch, and snow falling when I Mount Pierce. This can happen in new parked off the Mount Clinton Road. deep snow, especially approaching timOn Tuesday, there was the still, mild berline — the first person there loses the air of a gorgeous afternoon as I hurtrail, starts winding up a slope of stunted ried up through the notch, and pulled spruce, and others follow his tracks. into the Crawford Path parking lot I was fine with it — the sooner I next to a half dozen cars. got up to a viewpoint, the better. I folAfter looking at the trail, I decided to lowed the tracks uphill. wear snowshoes. The trail was packed The view of the southern Presidendown a little, but there were a few inches tials and Mount Washington from of new snow, and the rain the day before Mount Pierce is great, and I was lookhad softened the base. I was in no mood ing forwards to it in the late afterfor post-holing. It was good to wear snownoon light. But as I walked up the last shoes for a whole hike for a change. stretch, I could see that an isolated The new snow covered the evercloud bank over the southern Presigreens bows, as I made my way up the dentials obscured the view north. old Crawford Path. I had had a busy see next page

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I reached a bare section on the north side of the summit, and felt the liberation of being out of the forest and on a mountain top. But the view north was limited by the cloud. I turned, walked up towards stunted spruce at actual summit and looked over them south. The view was spectacular, looking over the icy spruce tops to the distant mountains.

As I stood taking pictures, a hiker came up the Webster Cliff Trail, and appeared directly in front of me.

Earlier in the day, he had climbed Mount Eisenhower.

Returning on the Crawford Path, he though he would take the Webster Cliff Trail from Mount Pierce down to Mizpah Hut, and then reconnect with the Crawford Path below. But a quarter mile down from the top of Mount Pierce, he had lost the narrow trail in the deep snow, and had to return to the top.

We talked briefly. He was from Wells, Maine, was staying in the valley, and loved winter hiking. Soon he took off, and I took more pictures. I turned north, to follow him down to the junction, when suddenly the top of Mount Washington appeared above the cloud bank.

That was my bonus. I lingered, then headed back down the Crawford Path, passing the hiker along the way when he stopped for a snack.

The rest of the way down, the late afternoon sun shone through the icy trees directly towards me. I walked down through a diamond-lit forest — a glowing and ever changing fabric of branches and ice reminiscent of "Indra’s net."

Upon reaching the parking lot, the sun had sunk behind Mount Tom to the west.

The view southwest from Mount Pierce. (ED PARSONS PHOTO)

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Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company benefit cabaret Saturday

JACKSON — Favorite singing actors from the Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company, North Conway’s professional summer musical theatre, are coming to Jackson for a festive evening of cabaret to benefit the theatre company.

Act One begins at 5:30 p.m. at Jackson’s delicious Thompson House Eatery, where Larry Baima and his staff will provide hearty hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

Following cocktails, Act Two takes place at the Betty Whitney Community Center up the street, next to the Jackson Elementary School. There, in a cabaret setting with dessert and beverages. The very talented Grant Golson, Chris J. Handley, Courtney Nolan Smith and Emily Holden, all multi-year company members, whom audiences have enjoyed in a huge variety of roles, will perform popular songs from Broadway shows old and new. Many are from shows seen at the Playhouse. Some will be from the upcoming 2011 season, which will be announced at the event.

A silent auction of gift certificates and gift items generously donated by local restaurants and other businesses will be ongoing, and a live auction of special items will take place at intermission, including the opportunity to bid on the chance to appear in a show this summer.

For those who prefer not to walk from Thompson House to the Whitney Center, rides will be available.

Tickets are $25 and includes the hors d’oeuvres, show and dessert. Tickets may be purchased and reservations made on line at www.mwvtheatre.org, by calling 356-5776, or by mail at: MWVTC, PO Box 265, North Conway, NH, 03860. Unable to attend the event? Send a donation.

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Andy Davis brings St. Patrick’s Day tales to The Met CONWAY — Storyteller Andy Davis will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a set of tales at The Met Coffee House and Fine Art Gallery in North Conway Village Thursday, March 17, at 7 p.m.

He will tell two traditional stories (“The Man Who Had No Story” and “The Twisting of the Rope”), an original story inspired by Irish folklore (“The Barefoot Gander”)

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Come Taste T.H.E. Difference Spinach Savannah Young Spinach with Grilled All Natural Chicken Breast, Toasted Pecans, Apple Wood-Smoked Bacon, Gorgonzola Cheese, Currants, Grape Tomatoes, and marinated, grilled Bermuda Onions topped with a Peach Basil Dressing.

and something completely random (“The International Working Horses’ Association”).

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rytellers Guild, the League for the Advancement of New England Storytelling (LANES), and the Professional Organization of English Majors (POEM).

This storytelling performance is recommended for ages 6 to 106, and is a fundraiser for the upcoming Granite State Story Swap. For more information call the Met at 356-2332.

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Rhythm & Brews Saturday, March 12

Almost There (447-2325) Highland String Trio Club 550 (356-7807) DJ Cooper Hillbilly’s Southern BBQ (356-5227) Echo Tones Inn at Thorn Hill (383-4242) Michael Jewell Red Jacket (356-5411) Tim Dion Red Parka Pub (383-4344) The Classmates Rivers Edge Grille & Tavern (539-2901) DJ and Karaoke Shannon Door Pub (383-4211) Marty Quirk Shawnee Peak, Blizzard’s Pub (207-647-8444) Red Gallagher Shovel Handle Pub (800-677-5737) Tim Gurshin Top of the Ninth (207) 935-3100 Bullwinkle Jones Town & Country Motor Inn (800-325-4386) Take 2 Tuckerman’s Tavern (356-5541) Los Huevos Up Country (356-3336) DJ Brian Sparhawk Wentworth Hotel (383-9700) Judy Herrick White Mountain Hotel (356-7100) Heather Pierson White Mountain Cider Co. (383-9061) Kevin Dolan Wildcat Inn & Tavern (383-4245) The Sidewalk Boys

Sunday, March 13

302 West Smokehouse (207-935-3021) Tom Rebmann Club 550 (356-7807) Karaoke/DJ and dancing w/Carol Maestros (356-8790) Open Mic w/ Zack and Adam May Kelly’s Cottage (356-7005) Traditional Irish Seisun, afternoon Shannon Door Pub (383-4211) Kevin Dolan and Simon Crawford Shovel Handle Pub (800-677-5737) Jonathan Sarty and Chuck O'Connor White Mountain Hotel (356-7100) Michael Jewel, Brunch

Monday, March 14

Club 550 (356-7807) DJ and dancing w/Cooper Fox

Rafferty’s Restaurant and Pub (356-6460) Pool tournaments Red Parka Pub (383-4344) Open mic night with Carl Iacozili

Tuesday, March 15

Club 550 (356-7807) DJ and dancing Wildcat Inn & Tavern (383-4245) Hoot night with Jonathan Sarty

Wednesday, March 16

Club 550 (356-7807) Karaoke/DJ and dancing w/Carol Conway Cafe 447-5030 Open Mic with Ronzony Shannon Door Pub (383-4211) Marty Quirk Top of the Ninth (207) 935-3100 Open Mic with Jonathan Sarty Tuftonboro Old White Church (569-3861) Country, gospel and bluegrass jam session Wildcat Inn & Tavern (383-4245) The Swingtones

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302 West Smokehouse (207-935-3021) Open Mic Night with the Coopers Club 550 (356-7807) DJ and dancing w/Cooper Fox Corner House Pub (284-6219) Jackson Gillman Conway Cafe 447-5030 Yankee-Go-Round Rafferty’s Restaurant and Pub (356-6460) Free pool Rivers Edge Grille & Tavern (603-539-2901) Open Mic Shannon Door Pub (383-4211) Dennis O'Neil and Jon Deveneau Shovel Handle Pub (800-677-5737) Jonathan Sarty and Chuck O'Connor Stone Mountain Arts Center (866-227-6523) Cherish the Ladies Town & Country Motor Inn (800-325-4386) Krazy Karaoke with Steve Emerson Tuckerman’s Tavern (356-5541) Justin Jaymes Top of the Ninth (207) 935-3100 Karaoke with Mike Tripp Up Country (356-3336) DJ/Karaoke with Carol Valley Tavern (356-0155) Open Mic Wildcat Inn & Tavern (383-4245) Chuck O’Connor

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Unitarian Universalist

First Congregational Church of Ossipee

Fellowship of the Eastern Slopes

A Welcoming Congregation

SERMON: “TEMPTED, BUT THE TRUTH IS DISCOVERED”

Sunday 10 am • Religious Education 10 am • Nursery Care for Infants & Toddlers Rev. Mary Giles Edes, Minister • 30 Tamworth Rd, Tamworth

WORSHIP & Sunday School 10am • NURSERY CARE

603.323.8585 • www.uufes.org

GLEN COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH Since 1879 at 12 Oxford St. (behind Norway Savings Bank) FryeburgNewChurch.org • 207-935-3413

Route 302, PO Box 279, Glen, NH 03838 gcbc9@yahoo.com

Jesus Is Coming Again. Are You Ready? Acts 4:12 Rev. William B. Rose, Jr.

SUNDAY: 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am Morning Worship 7:00pm Evening Service

Sunday Schoolat9:00 a.m .

Fam ily W orship Service 10:00 a.m .(child-ca re provided)

B ring som e brea thing room ba ck into your w eek.

Join us for our w inter series,P a u se:M a ke S p a ce for G od

St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

85 PLEASANT STREET, CONWAY • 447-2404

Rev. Jeffrey W. Monroe, M.M., Rector Tracy Gardner, Organist and Choir Director

HOLY SCRIPTURE - TRADITIONAL WORSHIP SUNDAYS: Holy Communion; 9:30 am Sunday School; 9:25 am Bible Study; 11:00 am

All Are Welcome!

Healing Service 1st Thursday Monthly 12:00 pm

In Communion with Jesus Christ

WEDNESDAY 7:00pm Prayer Meeting

River Church

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Pastor: Rev. Sage Currie Choir Director: Greg Huang-Dale • Organist: Jed Wilson

Sunday Celebration Service 10am Wednesday Evening Service 6:30pm

Thursdays: Symphony of Prayer— 7pm at the church Breadbasket Food Pantry: Second & Third Tuesday of every month from 4-6pm and by app’t at 447-6633.

Children’s Ministries available during Sunday morning service.

Rev. Henry Snyder, Pastor

Please join us!

2600 East Main St., Ctr. Conway, NH • 603-447-6686 Across from McSherry’s Nursery

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST CONGREGATIONAL WORSHIP SERVICE & SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 AM FELLOWSHIP HOUR FOLLOWS... ALL WELCOME! CHILDCARE PROVIDED WEDNESDAY MORNING COMMUNION SERVICE 8:00 AM

Pastor: Rev. Gilman E. Healy

Sermon: “Lenten Time-out, or Lenten Journey” Favorite Organ Hymn:

Lord Jesus, Who Through Forty Days (TUNE: JUDAS AND MARY)

Organist: Floyd W. Corson Choral Director: Richard P. Goss III 2521 Main St., No. Conway • 356-2324 firstchurchnc@firstbridge.net

bartlettchurch.net Bartlett Union Congregational Church Albany Ave/Bear Notch at US 302 Phone: 603-374-2795

EVERY SUNDAY Upbeat Sermons packed with humor and lifeaffirming help to live your life to the fullest Music you’ll be humming all week Laughter to lift your soul

The Conway Village Congregational Church United Church of Christ

Rev. Martell Spagnolo

Roger Miklos, Minister of Music

“The Brown Church” Welcomes You! Worship Services & Sunday School 10 am • Child Care

10 a.m. Worship and

Sermon Title: “Lenten Honeymoon”

Children Activities

This week’s readings include: Psalm 32; Genesis 2:15-3:7; Matthew 4:1-11

Guest Preacher: Rev. Raymond Hahn of Campton Ellen Hayes, music ministry

YOU’RE WELCOME HERE

No Matter Who You Are or Where You Are On Your Life Journey

132 Main Street, Conway, NH 03818 603-447-3851• www.thebrownchurch.org

8:45 & 10:30 am - Contemporary Worship Service Christ-centered, Biblical teaching Visit www.firstossipee.org for more info.

50 Rt 16B, Center Ossipee • (603) 539-6003

Saint Andrew’s-in-the-Valley The Episcopal Church of Tamworth & The Ossipee Valley

Sunday Worship 8am and 10am An open and inclusive community Welcoming all Handicap accessible

Join us for the joys and rewards of Lent.

678 Whittier Rd. (Old Rte. 25) The Rev. Heidi Frantz-Dale, Rector

Tamworth Phone 323-8515

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church Route 5, Fryeburg, Maine

All are welcome to attend Thursday: Adoration 5:30pm; Mass 6:30pm

Sunday Mass 8:00am

Eucharistic Ministry for the Homebound 207-697-3438 Religious Education & Youth Ministry 207-697-2277 Rev. Joseph Koury 207-647-2334

Our Lady of the Mountains Roman Catholic Church MASS SCHEDULE Weekday: Wednesday-Friday 8:30 a.m.

Rosary after Mass Adoration every Friday after Mass

Weekend: Saturday: 4:30 p.m.

Reconciliation: 3:15-4:00 p.m.

Sunday: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Holy Days: Please call for current schedule

Church Location

2905 White Mtn. Hwy. North Conway, NH

603-356-2535 ourladyofthemountainsnh.org

The Valley Christian Church A Bible Based Church

SUNDAYS 8:45 am- Sunday School for all ages 10:00 am- Morning Worship (Jr Church after praise & worship) Nursery available

• Mon. nights- Men’s Bible Study 6:30 pm.

• Wed. nights- Women’s Bible Study & Fellowship 6:30 pm.

• Thur. nights- Most Excellent Way for those with addictions 6:30 pm Come join us as we worship Jesus the Christ!

230 E. Conway Rd. Located in front of Abbott’s Dairy 603-356-2730 • www.vcc4jesus.org

St. Margaret’s of Scotland to hold community music program, ‘With a Voice of Singing’ CONWAY — St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican Church will hold its first community music program on Saturday, March 19, in the church.

“With A Voice of Singing” is a choral master class which will be directed by the well known music director Mary Bastoni Rebmann and renowned musician Tracy Gardner.

The master class will cover choral techniques, vocal techniques and various styles of choral music from classical to Broadway, including works

by Mozart, Schubert, Rutter, Shaw and Loesser. The pro-

gram begins at 9 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m. and will conclude with a free public concert in the church at 4 p.m.

Everyone with a love of singing is invited to attend.

The church is located at 85 Pleasant Street in Conway.

Registration is $15 which includes lunch. Registration is required. Please call (603) 662-5576.

The Anglican Church in America is part of the worldwide Traditional Anglican Communion, with members in 44 countries, and seeks to uphold the Catholic Faith,

Apostolic Order, Orthodox Worship and Evangelical Witness of the Anglican tradition within the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ. The Communion holds Holy Scripture and the ancient Creeds of the Undivided Church as authentic and authoritative, and worships according to the traditional Liturgies of the Church.

St. Margaret of Scotland, at 85 Pleasant Street in Conway, worships on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. The church is located The Rev. Jeffrey Monroe MM is Rector.

Lenten services planned at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church Two midweek Lenten services will be held at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, 118 High Street in Sanbornville on Thursdays March 17 and March 31 at 6 p.m.

The meditative songs of the Taize community will be complemented with prayer and selected

readings from scripture and other literature to offer an experience of peaceful reflection on Lenten themes.

The simple texts of the chants include O Lord hear our prayer, we search for living water, stay with us, you are our light in darkness, Jesus remember me, and

South Tamworth United Methodist Church 9 AM Traditional Worship & Sunday School It is our mission to bring others to know the love, joy and peace that is found in Jesus Christ.

Come join us this Sunday; We’re on Rte 25 in S. Tamworth Village

others.

Flute, violin, and organ will accompany the singing of all chants which will be followed by moments of quiet contemplation.

These services are open to the community and all are welcome to attend. For more information, call 522-3329.

East Fryeburg Church of Christ

(Bible Only) Route 302, East Fryeburg (207) 935-4337

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Mt. Washington Valley Jewish Community Chavurat HeHarim * Fellowship in the Mountains

We have a worship service the 3rd Friday night of each month.

We usually gather the last weekend for a Shabbat potluck. Inquire about children’s and adult ed.

For info call (603)694-3058

Baha’i Faith “The religions brought to mankind by a succession of spiritual luminaries have been the primary

link between humanity and that ultimate reality, and have galvanized and refined mankind’s capacity to achieve spiritual success together with social progress... The spirit that animateth the human heart is the knowledge of God...”Baha’i Scripture

1-800-22-UNITE, (207)935-1005, (603)447-5654

Holy Epiphany Liberal Catholic Church 15 Washington St, Conway, NH (The Echo Building)

Mass: Monday to Friday 9:00am Sundays 11:00 am Bp. Jason Sanderson, Pastor • (603)-733-6000

SERVICES: Sunday: 9:30 AM - Bible School 10:30 AM - Church Wednesday Nights 6 PM - Bible Prayer Meeting

First Baptist Church Sunday Services

TAM W ORTH C ON GRE GATION AL C H URC H W eekly Sun day W orship at6 pm

Sunday School...................................9:30 A.M. Morning Worship.............................10:45 A.M. Evening Service..................................6:30 P.M.

Su n d ay,M arch 13 M essage:“D o You Ju st FeelLikeGivin g Up?”

Location: Main Street, North Conway Village across from the North Conway Scenic Railroad.

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Church: (603) 356-6066 • Rev. Laurence Brown firstbaptistnorthconway.org When in North Conway Village, listen to our broadcast ministry at 91.1 FM

Wednesday Prayer, Praise, and Bible Study..........6:30 P.M.

— Independent, Fundamental —

Rev.D r.D avid K em per Allare w elcom e.

28 Cleveland H illRoad,Tam w orth Village United Church ofChrist • w w w.tam w orthcc.org

You Are Invited FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 35 Portland Street • Fryeburg, Maine

Sunday Service & Sunday School~ 10:00 am Wednesday Meeting~ 7:30pm Childcare provided for each service

Pastor Jim Warnock

207-935-3129

located on 8 Drift Road, just behind Main Street Mobil Station

10 am Worship and Sunday School Noon: Wrestling with Life’s Tough Questions

Faith Bible Church

“Temptation’s Test”

Independent * Non-Denominational

Meets each Sunday at 10:00 am

Located at Rt 16A and Dundee Road in Intervale

Fryeburg, Maine Services: Sunday 10 am & 6 pm Wednesday Evening: 6 pm

CHOCORUA COMMUNITY CHURCH

“That in all things Jesus Christ might have the pre-eminence”

Pastor Bob Novak • 383-8981 • Nursery Provided

Fryeburg Assembly of God

Pastor Kent Schneider

“You Are Welcome!”

Located on Route 113, east of Route 16 www.chocoruachurch.org

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DILBERT

by Scott Adams

By Holiday Mathis You’ll win by losing.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You are conscious of others and will offer up the things you believe they want and need. You won’t always be correct, but your gestures are warm. In return, you’ll accept many kind comments.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

Your natural curiosity and open mind will once again steer you into a truly lively and unusual part of the world.

There you will be accepted precisely because you are so accepting.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

Claiming oneself as the center of reality is a sure way to gain the contempt of others. You do the opposite, centering your life on the service of your loved ones. In doing so, you gain their undying devotion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Due to recent changes and new influences, you’ll be thinking about what to think.

This could take a while. Reason it out on paper -- that’s really the only way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You didn’t set out to be the winner, and yet you wind up in the first-place position.

Furthermore, your humility endears you to your competitors, making it difficult for anyone to deny you the full sweetness of this victory.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (March 12).

Using versatility and creativity, you will flip an unfavorable situation into a bout of tremendous luck. Your unusual point of view may not be appreciated or understood by others, but it will allow you to open a world of good fortune.

Two close friendships will sustain you.

Your family gets a lift in April. August brings a windfall. Aries and Leo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 25, 44, 27 and 15.

Get Fuzzy

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It doesn’t matter whether the excitement is positive or negative; it always gives you an electric charge. Strive for contentment over excitement today -- you need a rest.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). What someone else thinks is superfluous, you think is very necessary. Knowing this, you can extend the benefit of the doubt to a loved one whose current desire is one you don’t entirely understand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll observe a conflict, and you may be asked to take sides. If you’re wondering who is going to win, look at what is at stake. The one who feels that he has nothing to lose is holding all of the weapons.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You agree with a loved one on many points, but not on all matters. You will grow strong through today’s disagreements, especially if you try to understand the other person’s point of view.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Everyone is different. Your key to happiness today is in realizing where people are in their development and expecting them to deliver along those lines instead of expecting them to deliver what you would.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You are a slave to no one, especially not the hard-edged, critical boss-man in your own mind. Taking dominion over your own thought process is no walk in the park, and yet today you’ll manage it and manage it well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You are absolutely right in your opinion of a certain matter, and yet the argument is getting old. You’ll exhaust your resources if you keep this up. Raise the white flag.

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TUNDRA

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

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ACROSS 1 Cry 4 Long-plumed heron 9 Out of danger 13 Elder or elm 15 Strainer 16 Congregation’s response 17 Calender period 18 Take as the rightful owner 19 Fibbed 20 Leave quickly 22 Finds a sum 23 Pieces of china 24 Bacardi product 26 Love seat 29 Piece of paper of which a copy is made 34 Merchandise 35 Thin soup 36 Feasted 37 Enthusiastic 38 Wet land where rice is grown

39 Opposite of “Giddyap” 40 __ culpa 41 Taunts; derides 42 Fill wall cracks with putty 43 Pacific __; one from Fiji or Samoa, e.g.

45 In an unruffled way 46 __ Abbott and Lou Costello 47 Could not stay afloat 48 Lion’s den 51 Star’s car, often 56 Shade of beige 57 False deities 58 Robin’s home 60 Clipper or ocean liner 61 Boldness 62 Stare openmouthed 63 Examination 64 Fence openings

65 Bread variety 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 21 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

DOWN Pig’s home Raw metals Bird’s bill Get away Coats with gold Peruse Wicked Recklessness Deli purchase Surrounded by Nourish Calls a halt to Built Member fees Word of disgust Hindu teacher Roof edges Courtroom event Command Slender sticks Biblical prophet Island around a lagoon Full of holes, as a

bad roof 35 Baseball’s __ Ruth 38 __ around; lollygagging 39 Striding 41 Wildebeest 42 Fires, slangily 44 Sudden 45 Makes happen

47 Find an answer to, as a puzzle 48 In case 49 Pain 50 Part of the eye 52 Notion 53 Comedian __ Sahl 54 Close by 55 Notice 59 Golfer’s peg

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Today is Saturday, March 12, the 71st day of 2011. There are 294 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On March 12, 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivered the first of his 30 radio “fireside chats,” telling Americans what was being done to deal with the nation’s economic crisis.

On this date: In 1664, England’s King Charles II granted an area of land in present-day North America known as New Netherland to his brother James, the Duke of York.

In 1864, Ulysses S. Grant was promoted to the rank of general-in-chief of the Union armies in the Civil War by President Abraham Lincoln.

In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low of Savannah, Ga., founded the Girl Guides, which later became the Girl Scouts of America.

In 1930, Indian political and spiritual leader Mohandas K. Gandhi began a 200mile march to protest a British tax on salt.

In 1938, the Anschluss merging Austria with Nazi Germany took place as German forces crossed the border between the two countries.

In 1947, President Harry S. Truman established what became known as the “Truman Doctrine” to help Greece and Turkey resist Communism.

In 1951, “Dennis the Menace,” created by cartoonist Hank Ketcham, made its syndicated debut in 16 newspapers.

In 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson won the New Hampshire Democratic primary, but Sen. Eugene McCarthy of Minnesota placed a strong second.

One year ago: Two suicide bombers killed 55 people in near simultaneous blasts in Lahore, Pakistan, the fourth attack in a week and a clear sign that militants have the power to strike targets despite months of army offensives and U.S. missile strikes.

Today’s Birthdays: Playwright Edward Albee is 83. Former Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young is 79. Actress Barbara Feldon is 78.

Broadcast journalist Lloyd Dobyns is 75.

Singer Al Jarreau is 71. Actress-singer Liza Minnelli is 65. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is 64. Singer-songwriter James Taylor is 63. Sen. Kent Conrad, D-N.D., is 63. Rock singer-musician Bill Payne (Little Feat) is 62. Actor Jon Provost (“Lassie”) is 61. Author Carl Hiaasen is 58. Rock musician Steve Harris (Iron Maiden) is 55. Actor Jerry Levine is 54. Singer Marlon Jackson is 54. Actor Courtney B. Vance is 51. Actor Titus Welliver is 50. Former MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry is 49. Actress Julia Campbell is 48. Actor Aaron Eckhart is 43. ABC News reporter Jake Tapper is 42. Rock musician Graham Coxon is 42. Country musician Tommy Bales is 38. Country singer Holly Williams is 30. Actor Samm (cq) Levine is 29. Actor Tyler Patrick Jones is 17.

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#1 Animal Care Resort Karla's Pet Rendezvous

AKC Shetland Sheepdog puppies (Shelties) sables and tri-colors, home raised, champion sired $800 www.illusionfarm.com (207)935-3197.

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Reasonable Rates

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MAJOR MEDICAL BILLING SERVICES Licensed and Insured MasterCard/Visa Accepted

603-452-5600

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Conway Office 603-493-7527 Dave Duval

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EAST BRANCH TIMBERWORKS

Hurd Contractors

603-356-9255

Roofing MW Valley since 1984 North Conway 447-3011

Alpine Pro Painting

GRANITE

Anmar PLASTERING

Quality & Service Since 1976

603-356-6889

Quality Marble & Granite

ROOF SHOVELING

PLOWING, SANDING, LOADER WORK Limmer Landscaping 383-6466

603-356-2155 - Fully Insured

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ROOFING “Servicing the Area for 80 Years” Specialized Roofing System www.roddroffing.com • 1-800-331-7663

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Pop’s Painting LLC

603-447-6643

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Autos

Child Care

1989 Fleetwood Cadillac. 88k original owner miles. New tires, brakes, tune-up, new sticker. $2500/obo. (603)447-1755.

EFFINGHAM Daycare in business for 20 years has 2 openings, lots of TLC, playtime and learning. Meals and snacks included. Title 20 accepted. Call Elaine FMI (603)539-7574.

Newly remodeled salon and pet care center. Grooming, daycare and doggie bed and breakfast in a fun, clean, happy environment at prices you can afford. Call Auntie Cindy @ 447-5614.

AUNTIE MARY’S PET SITTING

Provides in-home pet care in the Conways, Tamworth, Albany, Madison, Eaton, Freedom and Fryeburg, ME. Insured and bonded. Call Auntie Mary at 986-6192 or 447-3556.

Cats Only Neuter Clinic First Saturday of each month for low income families. Please call Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, between 10-3 Tues thru Friday 207-935-4358.

CCKC Obedience Classes, Free dom, NH. Start 3/15/11. FMI Kris (603)323-7354.

DO YOU NEED FINANCIAL HELP spaying and altering your dog or cat? 603-224-1361, before 2pm.

DOGGIE PLAYGROUP at Four Your Paws Only on Rte. 16 in N. Conway. New changes for 2011. 11-12 is for smaller, quieter dogs and puppies. 12-1 is for larger more active dogs and puppies. Playgroups are Free and run every Saturday.

All dogs must be on a leash & utd on vaccinations. call 603-356-7297 fmi or Visit www.fouryourpawsonly.com.

HARVEST Hills Animal Shelter, 5 miles east of Fryeburg, 1389 Bridgton Rd. Rte.302.

207-935-4358. 30 loving dogs and kittens and cats available.

All inoculations, neutered.

10am-6pm, Mon. & Fri., 10am-3pm, Tue., Wed., Sat., Sun., closed Thursdays.

HARVEST Hills Thrift Shop.

Open daily, closed Thursday, new hours. 10am-3pm.

HAY excellent quality, second cut $5/bale. (603)694-3702.

LOOKING: For small male dog to breed our dog. Must be good natured, under 25lbs. Pug/ Terrier or French Bulldog preferred but need not be full breed. Stud fee paid to owner of successful candidate. (603)236-2473. For pics: psdvps@hotmail.com.

Low Cost Spay/ Neuter Cats & dogs Rozzie May Animal Alliance 603-447-1373

...ONE DOG AT A TIME Obedience training and problem solving. Call Dave @ 986-6803

PET FIRST AID CLINIC March 20th at Telling Tails Training Center in Fryeburg, Maine. Clinic will be presented

by Dr. Susan Haley of The Kindness Animal Hospital. For info call 207-642-3693 or go to www.TellingTailsTraining.com/ also_going_on TICA Siberian kittens, hypo-allergenic, dog like personalities, vet checked, vaccinated $800 www.illusionfarm.com.

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Roofing • Siding • Flooring

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CHIMNEY CLEANING Safety Sweep Serving the Valley Since 1990

LEGACY PAINTING and Remodeling

Commercial & Residential Fully Insured Call Carl & Dixie at 447-3711

Tree Removal • Bucket Truck • Crane Removal

603-986-6874

SN 603-398-5005 Difficult Removals • Pruning Chipping • Stump Grinding

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Interior • Exterior • Power Washing References • Insured • Free Estimates

INGOVALResidential Commercial ND EMProperty Services SAOW RGunnars Services AB Damon’s Tree Removal

DUVAL ELECTRICAL Contractor

Generator Hookups New Homes Remodeling

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603-447-3375

Residential & Commercial Insured • Master #12756

Animals AUNTIE CINDY'S ALBANY PET CARE

FIRST RESPONSE Plumbing & Heating LLC

Credit Cards Accepted, Licensed, Insured, Background Checked

603-662-8687

ARTIE’S ELECTRIC Residential Electrical Specialist • Licensed • Fully Insured

Animal Rescue League of NH Cats, Kittens, Dogs, Pups and Other Small Critters looking for a second chance.

603-447-5955

Auctions SATURDAY March 19th auction 4pm by Gary Wallace Auctioneers Inc. #2735 Rt16 Ossipee, NH Gallery- viewing after 2pm.

Tons of art from a storage lot, frames, prints, paintings, cut glass, furniture, antiques and more see www.wallaceauctions for 100s of photos, public invited to attendtel (603)539-5276.

SATURDAY March12th Auction

by Gary Wallace Auctioneers Inc #2735. Route 16, Ossipee, NH starts 4PM- Period Antiques, Paintings, Carpets, Red ware, Tools and Estate pieces- see www.wallaceauctions.com preview 2PM call 603-539-5276. 400 plus lots.

1997 GMC Sierra. 83k, long bed w/ cap, silver and blue, good condition. $3800 (603)374-6658.

1997 Oldsmobile Bravada.

142,600 mi, AWD, air bags, ac, power steering/ windows, cruise cont. CD player. One owner. Great condition. Always well maintained/ Oil change.

Garaged its whole life. $2900/obo. 603-568-4796.

1999 Volvo V70 Wagon. 221k, currently in use. Good tires with full size spare. Comfortable ride, good value at $1200.

(603)733-5135.

2000 Audi A6 AWD, loaded, $6000/obo; 2008 Chrysler Convertible, Crossfire, $20,000/obo, 603-449-2164.

2001 Toyota Tacoma, xtra cab, 4x4, 5 speed manual, Rhino liner, new frame via Toyota Recal, 90k miles, $8600.

(603)367-4702.

2003 LS Chev. Trailblazer. One owner, 85,000 miles, stepboards, auto, 6 cyl., new tires.

Have service records. $7900.

(603)447-5580.

2005 Subaru Forrester 5spd, standard, great condition, 190k miles, meticulously maintained, all highway $4900 (603)455-6977.

2007 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5I LIMITED

51k miles. Moonroof, leather, everything. Meticulously maintained with records. Perfect. $18,300 (603)356-9619.

2010 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr, power everything, heated leather seats, dual climate control, sunroof, 9k miles, $22,000 (603)522-6589.

AUTO WAREHOUSE Auto Sales & Repair Eastern Spaces Warehouse East Conway Road Hermansonsautowarehouse.com 04 Chevy Silverado 4x4, 8cyl, auto, ex-cab. Silver..............$8,900 04 Chrysler T&C, 6cyl, auto, gray ............................................$6,750 04 Jeep Gr. Cherokee, 4x4, 8cyl., auto, maroon .......................$7,900 03 Chevy 1500, 4x4, 8cyl, suto, x-cab, red/silv......................$7,500 03 GMC Sierra, 4x4, 8cyl, auto, maroon ................................$7,900 03 PT Cruiser 4cyl, 5sp. Maroon.. ............................................$4,750 02 Chevy Trailblazer, 4x4, 6cyl, auto, black...........................$5,500 02 PT Cruiser 4cyl, auto. Blue...... ............................................$4,750 02 Subaru Legacy AWD, 4cyl, 5sp. White ...........................$5,250 02 Subaru Legacy, AWD, 4cyl, 5sp, blue..............................$4,900 02 VW Cabrio, 4cyl, auto, conv., black....................................$4,900 01 Chevy 1500, 4x4, 8cyl, auto, ex cab, maroon ........................$6,900 01 Ford Explorer, 4x4, 6cyl, auto, 2dr, sport, gold ....................$5,900 01 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4, 8cyl, auto. Green.................$5,900 01 Nissan Exterra, 4x4, 6cyl, auto, black....................................$5,900 99 Jeep Gr. Cherokee, 4x4, 6cyl, auto, black...........................$5,250 Our vehicles are guaranteed to pass inspection and come with a 30 day mechanical warranty. In house financing with 50% down payment. Please call John or Michael at 356-5117.

RICKER Auto Salvage- Buying complete junk vehicles and light iron over the scale. Buying aluminum, brass, copper, lead radiators. 323-7363.

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

G.P. Auto is now buying junk vehicles at a fair price. We pay cash. (603)323-8080.

I buy cars, trucks, SUV, foreign or domestic. 2000 or newer. No junk. Call (603)387-7766.

TEDDY Bear Daycare: Immediate openings starting March 21st for ages 6 wks to 11 yrs, 7am till 5:30pm daily. Ctr. Conway, NH (603)447-5950.

Crafts CONWAY INDOOR GROUP MALL

The best hidden treasures in the valley. Appliances! Books! Furniture! Collectibles! Jewelry!

Men’s & women’s fashions.

Lay-a-way. Booth space available. Enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee while you shop.

Something for everyone. 1 mile south of the Kanc, next to Produce Depot. (603)515-6056.

For Rent 2-4 bedroom long term and seasonal. Starting at $750 call 603-383-8000, anne@fgpm.com.

Are you looking for an apartment in the Wolfeboro, Ossipee, Tamworth, Effingham , or Wakefield area? We’ve got the largest selection around of apartments ranging from basic Studios starting at $450/mo to Luxury Townhouses for $895/mo. Looking for something in-between?

We’ve also got 1 and 2 BR apartments ranging from $495-$715/mo, as well as mobile homes. Something sure to fit your needs and your budget. We offer short term or long term rentals.

No pets please!

Contact us Mon.-Fri. 9-5 (603)539-5577

ducoproperties@myfairpoint.net

ATTITASH studio apt. Heated pool, hot tub, cable TV, snow removal, trash all included. No pets, no smokers.

(603)356-2203.

BARTLETT Village: Bright and sunny 1 bedroom, 2nd floor apt, 1 year lease, security deposit, references, no dogs. $750/month includes heat and electricity (603)374-0904.

BARTLETT, large one bedroom, h.w., trash included. W/D on site. No pets/ smoking. $550/month. 986-5919.

We have the rental property you are looking for! Look at our full page ad in the real estate section for listings.

CABINS +

ROOMS

Long / Short Term (603)447-3858

Center Conway 2 bedroom convenient Main St. location. Nice unit, well maintained building.

Off street parking plowing & trash removal, washer/dryer hook-up. No dogs, no smoking. $600/mo plus utilities Call John at (603)236-9363

jbrenchick1@roadrunner.com

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For Rent

For Rent

For Rent

For Rent-Commercial

CENTER Conway motel rooms.

Fridge, microwave, cable TV, Wi-Fi, $160/wk. (603)447-3720.

FRYEBURG- Nice 2 bedroom, deluxe bathroom, fireplace, living room, large kitchen, 2 car garage, near Academy. Only $825/mo plus. References.

207-935-3241.

NORTH Conway- Completely renovated 1 bdrm apt. W/d, plenty of parking, nonsmoking, Reference required $700/mo. plus utilities. (781)953-9693.

INTERVALE, NH Rt. 16A/302See Johnsoncpa.com, “Office space for rent”. (207)636-7606.

CENTER Ossipee 2 apts. available. Heat, plowing, water and sewer included. No pets, no smoking in building. Security, references $550-$745.

(603)539-5731, (603)866-2353.

CONWAY Duplex: 2 bdrm, office, living, dining, laundry room, 1.5 baths, enclosed porch. Trash & plowing, heat & hot water included. Non-smoking, no pets. $1200/mo plus security and references.

(603)662-6087.

CONWAY Davis Hill area 3 bedroom, 2 bath house available Apr 1 $1100/mo plus utils no smokers. Call Jeana @ Re/Max Presidential 520-1793 or jeana@mwvhomes.com CONWAY Village 2 bedroom, new bathroom, w/d, nice neighborhood $800/mo. No smoking, no pets (603)447-2152.

CONWAY Village cozy corner one bedroom apt. includes hot water, parking, snow plowing, trash removal and storage unit $500/mo plus electric. No smoking. Pets considered Security deposit plus references.

(603)447-5508.

CONWAY Village studio 2nd floor, walk to stores, bank, post office and library, includes heat, rubbish, plowing and parking.

Non-smoker, no pets, 1st months rent plus security deposit $545/mo. (603)986-7178.

CONWAY Village. One bedroom apartment. Private entrance. $775/mo incl. heating, plowing and off street parking. No pets.

References required. Call 1-888-445-5372.

CONWAY- 2 bedroom duplex apartment. Nice private yard.

Shared shed. Propane stove heat.

W/d. $850/mo.

Non-smoking.

Theresa 603-986-5286.

CONWAY- 2 bedroom house with deck overlooking Pequawket Pond. Gas fireplace, dishwasher. From $735/mo plus utilities. Sorry no pets. References and deposit required.

(603)926-9850. See pictures at craigslist.com.

CONWAYRoom for rent $125/week. TV, micrwave, cable, frigde, internet heat. Sue (603)447-3901.

CONWAYShared house. $625/mo. includes utilities.

Separate entrance, bedroom, bath, galley kitchen and living room. Call (603)793-4127.

EFFINGHAM- 1 bedroom apt.

Small dog. No smoking. $525/mo security/ references required, section 8 accepted.

(603)986-1607.

EFFINGHAM: Ryefield 1 & 2 BR apts. Open concept starting at $665/mo heat incl. No pets.

(603)539-5577.

FREEDOM- 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Beach rights. $1200/mo.

Security deposit/ credit check required. (603)520-8222.

FRYEBURG In-town- large 2/3 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor, has large studio. Good references, security deposit. $750+.

207-935-3241.

FRYEBURG near schools, luxury 3 bedroom, 2 bath, tri-level townhouse. Finished basement, $1000/mo + security deposit. No pets. 207-935-3241.

FRYEBURG, 2 bdrm., 1st. floor apt. Heat & h/w included. $700/mo. No pets. Call Paul Wheeler Re/Max Presidential (603)356-9444 ext. 206.

FRYEBURG- In town, 1 bedroom large apartment, second floor, trash removal, plowing & heat included, No pets, $650/mo., call 603-662-4311.

FRYEBURG- Nice 2 bedroom, 2 level, w/d onsite, only $700/mo plus, references, A1 location.

207-935-3241.

FRYEBURG, NH/ Maine line, excellent location. Mountain views in new home. 1 bedroom, cable and Internet provided. $495/mo.

No pets. (207)415-1444, (207)256-8060.

GLEN- apt., heat included, small pet negotiable, no smoking, wifi, $550/month + security deposit. Available 3/7/11. Call (603)387-2228.

GLEN- 2 bedroom, riverside cottage, sundeck, on Ellis River, available 4/1/11, new living room floor, $650/mo plus utilities @ Parka Place.

(781)724-7741.

HEATED- 2 bedroom, spacious, sunny, w/d hookups, no pets, no smoking, 1st floor. Security, references, $665/mo. Available 3/1/11. Berlin. (603)343-7912.

ONE bedroom apartment on Artist Falls Rd. Walk to town.

Close to skiing and hiking. $550/mo plus utilities, one month deposit. Call Pam (603)630-6227.

OSSIPEE: 1 to 3 bdrm units including heat starting at $775/mo. Call Margie at Re/Max Presidential 520-0718.

OWN FOR LESS THAN RENT

3 bedroom/ 2 bath home short commute to Conway.

603-520-1615 TAMWORTH: 1 br, 1st fl. river view apt. located in tranquil Tamworth Village, $615/mo, heat included, coin-op laundry, no pets (603)539-5577

INTERVALE 2 bdrm condo. Walk out on ground level. Recently done over, w/d. No smokers, no cats, may consider small dogs. $680 plus (603)356-2203.

TAMWORTH: Newly renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home, inside & out. Nice area, private lot, 2 car carport. $850/mo. 1st mo. + dep. Reference required. (603)323-7497, (603)726-1935.

INTERVALE– 3 br, 2 ba $1350.00 includes heat. Carriage House with fireplace, garage, views call or 603-383-8000 or anne@fgpm.com.

WAKEFIELD: 3 BR mobile home, near Belleau Lake, $645/mo plus util., 3 BR mobile home, $595/mo.

No pets.

(603)539-5577.

INTERVALE cozy 2 bedroom house, in secluded wooded location. Pets possible. No smokers. Available immediately. $850/mo. plus utilities & security, 1 year lease.

214-770-1970.

WEST Ossipee. 1 bdrm, 2 bath apt. heat & elec incl. $795/mo.

(603)455-8348.

INTERVALE private rooms: 1-2 beds, TV, fridge, Internet, utilities. Kitchen, phones, computers, laundry. $150-$175/wk (603)383-9779.

MADISON 2 bedroom 1 bath mobile home, unfurnished, 1 year lease, $725/mo. plus utilities. Security deposit and credit check. Pets considered. Rich Johnson, Select RE (603)447-3813.

For Rent-Vacation 2 BD sleeps 6 North Conway Village; 2 BD sleeps 6 Condo in Linderhof. Both with in minutes to restaurants, Outlets and Mountains. Fully furnished, w/d.

Call now for April & May Promo’s (603)733-7511 or email Rentals@RWNpropertyservices. com.

AWESOME ski house near ski areas. Weekly or weekends.

Sleeps 12. Walk to restaurants.

(603)522-5251.

MASSAGE Office space in Conway Village. Table included $275/mo call 662-7823.

For Sale 1996 Jeep Cherokee Classic.

4x4, $800 FMI (603)733-7605.

29’ camper very nice, cabinets, full size couch, everything works, awning, $2300.

(207)647-5583.

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

BED- Orthopedic 11 inch thick super nice pillowtop mattress & box.

10 Yr. warranty, new-in-plastic.

Cost $1,200, sell Queen-$299, Full-$270 King-$450. Can deliver.

235-1773 BEDROOM- 7-piece Solid cherry sleigh. Dresser/Mirror chest & night stand (all dovetail).

New-in-boxes cost $2,200 Sell $895. 603-427-2001

Cash discount, senior citizen discount, prompt deliveries, pre-buy programs. 539-8332.

Custom Glazed Kitchen Cabinets.

Solid maple, never installed. May add/subtract to fit kitchen. Cost $6,000 sacrifice $1,750. 433-4665 DRY Firewood still in Feb. $225/cord. Prices look like they’re going up. Get now!

(603)447-6654.

DRY FIREWOOD $250/cord, 2 cord min. $300/cord 1 cord. Cut, split 12+ months. Immediate delivery.

(603)323-8658.

EVERGREEN LOGGING

SEASONAL- prime locations 1-4 BR properties. Some slopeside units 603-383-8000, email anne@fgpm.com.

FIREWOOD cut, spit and delivered. 16”, 18”, 20”, 22” $225/cord. 12”, 14” also available (603)356-5923.

1- 2 Bedrooms- North Conway apartments various sizes, w/w carpet and w/d available.

Annual lease, references, non-smoking, no pets.

Rents $515- $775. Call Sheila (603)356-6321 x6469 or Jan x6430.

AAA warehouse space up to 4000sf radiant heat, loading docks 14’ doors, Rt41. FMI 603-520-1645.

NORTH Conway In town 2 bedroom renovated with large porch, hardwood floors, $880/mo includes cable and internet, no smoking, good credit. Pet considered. Bonnie Hayes, Select RE (603)447-3813.

NORTH Conway rooms for rent: Small inn, near Cranmore.

Mountain stream and waterfall on property. All utilities/ WiFi included. Non-smoking, no pets. (603)986-5418.

NORTH Conway Village 2 room efficiency $500 plus utilities, includes heat. No pets. Security deposit. Call 387-8014.

NORTH Conway- All new Studio in owner occupied Farmhouse, private driveway, great view of Hurricane Mountain, no pets, no smoking $450/mo (781)329-5455.

FIREWOOD Green Firewood $175/cord Minimum 2 cord delivery

207-925-1138

westernmainetimberlands.com

For Sale PEAVEY TNT115 Amp/Speaker Combo Like new conditionless than 100 hrs of use.

RETAIL & OFFICE

Was used as a backup only.

Retail spaces 255 sq. ft. - 8000 sq. ft.

Office spaces $200 - $550

• 1/4 inch input jack • Active/passive input select switch • Pre- and post-gain controls • Bright boost switch • Contour EQ switch • High and low active tone controls - shelving type • 7-band graphic EQ

NORTH CONWAY VILLAGE

Call Sheila 356-6321 x6469

www.AttitashRealty.com/rentals COMMERCIAL Space, 1200 sq.ft. Electric, alarm, overhead door, excellent location. Call for more information (603)356-6329.

CONWAY Village- Reduced!

Sunny, bright downtown retail & office rentals from $297 to $793; 445 to 1295 SF. Private entries, ample parking and storage available.

Visit http://bit.ly/JtRealty-c or call JtRealty (603)356-7200 x11.

POWER tools and Pneumatic Nailers and many more assorted tools (603)301-1279.

• 200 Watts RMS into 2 Ohms • 150 Watts RMS into 4 Ohms

List $659 Asking $325 603-520-4447 GRAMMIE’S ATTIC West Main St., Conway store closing sale. Now thru March 31st. New (used) furniture added to inventory along with lots of household items, artwork and collectibles. Hours: Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm.

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

Help Wanted ATTN: Work at Home United is expanding locally & looking for serious partners who want their own legitimate home business.

Free website, training, support, no selling, no risk! www.4Total-Wellness.com or Call 603-284-7556.

SALON Styling Chair, all purpose, black, new, $150/obo (603)447-5779.

SNOWBLOWER Troy-bilt Storm Model 7524 $300 (603)367-9008.

WASHER & Dryer, 18 years old, but almost like new. Kenmore, large capacity $175/obo (603)447-6522.

AMAZING!

2 bedrooms- North Conway apartments various sizes some with heat included, w/w carpet, w/d available, annual lease, references, no pets; rent $720 to $850: Call Sheila 356-6321 x6469 or Jan ext. 6430.

NORTH Conway 3 bedroom Carriage House $800/mo plus security. No pets or smokers.

Bill at Remax (603)387-3784.

NEED Cash? Sell your stuff on Ebay. We do the work. You get cash! 10 years experience.

ABCybersell (207)925-3135 Mike.

CARROLL COUNTY OIL

Firewood tree length. Sawed & Split. Dry firewood, free tree removal. Buyer of hardwood, soft wood stumpage. Insured.

(603)662-6018.

NORTH Conway 2 bdrm apt. No pets, $750/mo plus utilities.

(603)939-2462.

MAJESTIC Gas Fireplace, wicker set, apt. size stove, mahogany china cabinet, drop leaf kitchen set, various chairs, ends tables, night stands, and much more. 173 East Main Street, Conway, (603)730-2372.

WORK top freezer 2 door, Stainless exterior, 30”X48” $500/obo.

Call Rick (207)462-5216.

BARTLETT; 2 bedroom, sleeps 8. Cable & internet.

Weekly, seasonal, 2 night minimum. (978)360-6599.

ALBANY, 29 RT113, near RT16, next to Coleman's in Leonard Builders building, conditioned office and warehouse spaces available, up to 10,000sf, excellent condition throughout.

Paved parking. Outdoor storage available. Call 603-651-7041 or 603-651-6980.

Free G.P. Auto is now buying junk vehicles at a fair price. We pay cash. (603)323-8080.

BODY Solid weight lifting equipment. Leg press, Smith machine, preacher curl bench, dip station, lat machine, free weights, bars, etc.

(603)323-8852.

NORTH Conway 1 bdrm, heat included. No smoking/ pets.

Available 3/17. $625/month.

986-5919(c) 356-3499(h).

For Rent-Commercial

For Sale LYMANOIL.COM Now offering propane sales and service. Call or visit www.LymanOil.com Jesse E Lyman, North Conway (603)356-2411.

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

603-305-9763 CASH & Carry blow out sale!

Chairs $5, sofas from $40 at the Glen Warehouse. 383-6665.

Free $150 to $250 for your unwanted car or truck, call Rich, 978-9079.

10 drawer rolling tool chest. 2 recliners & 1 wingback chair. 1 butcher chest w/ shelves & much more! (603)986-7207.

RICKER Auto Salvage- Buying complete junk vehicles and light iron over the scale. Buying aluminum, brass, copper, lead radiators. 323-7363.

Aveda Concept Spa in Jackson Village Due to expanding business we are looking for:

Estheticians Nail Technicians Massage Therapists Please call Sandra at 603-383-4313 to arrange a meeting.

Resumes can be sent to sandra@christmasfarminn.com

or mailed to PO Box CC, Jackson, NH 03846.

AVON! Reps needed all States.

Sign up on-line. For details: avonnh@aol.com or 1-800-258-1815.

AVON: Earnings great! No door to door necessary. Choose your own hours. For information call 323-7361.

BREAKFAST/ Lunch Cook position available. Full and/or Part Time. Send resume and phone number to: Breakfast/ Lunch Cook. PO Box 1940, North Conway, NH 03860.

EXPERIENCED part time help needed for Fryeburg day care, must complete background check, call (207)890-5745.

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by Abigail Van Buren

WORRY FOR CHILDHOOD FRIEND OVERSHADOWS HAPPY REUNION

DEAR ABBY: I recently ran into “Grace,” who was a dear friend back in elementary school. Back then my parents helped her mother flee and divorce her abusive husband. At age 12 we lost touch because Grace moved to another school and joined a “bad crowd.”

Eighteen years later I was happy to see her again, and gave her my phone number. I have the feeling something is a bit “off” about Grace now. She has called me repeatedly and in her messages she sounds nervous and stumbles over her words. When I called her back, she told me she was in a serious car accident nine years ago and hasn’t held a job since.

The entire conversation was strange, and my gut is telling me Grace has a drug problem.

She has asked me to lunch to “catch up.” I’m a stay-athome mom and not comfortable meeting her in person, especially with my kids. I feel guilty for not wanting to see someone I was so close to when I was young, and for assuming she has a drug problem.

Am I wrong in making this assumption? Should I stop returning her calls and ignore her, or should I see her to make a determination? -- ALL GROWN UP IN VEGAS DEAR ALL GROWN UP: You are wrong to prejudge the woman. While it’s possible Grace has a drug problem, it is also possible that the car accident left her with an injury that has affected her speech. See her without your children and make a determination.

If she is impaired because of injury, would that make a difference in how you feel about her? Your lives have gone in different directions. She appears to be needy. With your

responsibilities as a parent, how much time and effort would you be able to devote to her? Only you can answer these questions. But to take the coward’s way out and ignore her would be cruel.

DEAR ABBY: I am a 40-year-old single mom who is just getting back into the dating scene after being divorced for a year and a half. There is a guy, “Hank,” I’m interested in getting to know better. We both have kids who go to the same high school. We have gone to several out-of-town football games with our kids and have texted each other often.

What’s bothering me is Hank has never asked me on a one-on-one date. Should I ask him, or should I wait for him to make the first move? I don’t want to appear desperate, but I really would like to get closer. -- STEPPING BACK INTO THE SCENE DEAR STEPPING BACK: I wish you had given me a little more information about Hank -- such as why he’s raising his children alone and for how long, and whether he dates at all.

However, I don’t think it would be overly aggressive to say (casually) to him, “You know, we never get a chance to talk one-on-one, and I’d like to get to know you better. Why don’t we have dinner one night?” It’s not an obvious proposition, and if he’s at all interested he’ll agree.

DEAR READERS: To those of you living where daylight saving time is observed, I offer this gentle reminder: Don’t forget to turn your clocks forward one hour at bedtime tonight. Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. tomorrow, and you know what that means -- spring is on the way!

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

PART TIME HOUSE CLEANER WANTED

T OWN OF O SSIPEE PUBLIC WORKS & RECREATION D EPARTMENTS

Looking for house cleaner for fill in and on call hours. Must have own transportation, valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check. Apply online at bizeebeeservices.com "Join Us" or email us at bizeebeemaids@gmail.com Fax applications to 866-214-3936.

PROCARE SENIOR SERVICES

Looking to hire LNA or HHA for 16 hour case assignment in Effingham area. Call us at 603-621-1411 or 603-491-4454 Our website is www.procaresenior.com.

RNs, LPNs & EMTs for outdoor school program Nature’s Classroom. Be with healthy children in a relax setting. Must live on site.

1-800-433-8375 or

www.naturesclassroom.org

STYLIN’ Studio Hair Salon is looking for an established hairstylist for booth rental position.

Very busy location with lots of walk-in business. Flexible scheduling in a relaxed atmosphere. FMI contact Steph @ 356-6122 or (603)662-4076.

Parks & Recreation/ Public Works Technician- The successful candidate for this part-time position, (up to 30 hours per week with no benefits), will assist the Public Works and Recreation Department’s in the development and implementation of recreation programs for children and teenagers, perform general maintenance of town facilities & recreation areas including all fields and parks, town buildings, and work in other areas within the Public Works Department and Recycling Facility as needed. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with youth in sport and non-sport related activities, small engines, landscaping, and general maintenance work. Background checks are required. Please send a cover letter and resume to: Parks & Recreation/Public Works Technician, Attention: Brad Harriman and Peter Waugh, Town of Ossipee, P.O. Box 67, Center Ossipee, NH 03814. Applications and a full Job Description are available at the Town Hall, Main Street, Center Ossipee and the Job Description may also be viewed on-line at www.ossipee.org and www.ossipeerec.org. All applications must be received by 4:30pm, Friday, April 1, 2011.

EOE, AA

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

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

CHEF’S MARKET

FRONT DESK/ GUEST SERVICE POSITION

seeks Deli help. Part-time, weekends and holidays a must. Apply within, North Conway Village (603)356-4747.

DUDLEY TRANSPORTATION

is accepting applications for drivers. Must have clean driving/ criminal record. Responsible for driving from 1 to 4 students daily. Training for the right person. Call 603-387-5157.

EBENEZAR’S PUB NOW HIRING

Wait Staff, Bus Persons, Dishwashers, Line Cooks for spring & summer season. FT/ PT available. Apply in person Fri., Sat., Sun. at 44 Allen Road, Lovell, ME or email resume to ebenezerspub@gmail.com, or mail to 44 Allen Road, Lovell, ME 04051. Pay DOE EXPERIENCED Home Health Care Providers needed in Wolfeboro area.

Weekends a must. 3pm-11pm shifts.

Please email resume to timberlandhomecare@live.com.

Fast Taxi needs 1 driver with perfect driving record and current school bus certificate.

Please call (603)356-9181, ask for Connie.

Fun, hardworking, reliable crew seeking same! Computer skills & reservations experience required. Nights & weekends.

Apply in person at the Snowflake Inn, Jackson Village, NH.

HOUSEKEEPING FT & PT YEAR ROUND

Help Wanted

Help Wanted Housekeeping

F/T or P/T Year Round Positions.

Monthly bonuses.

Health benefits available

Fax resume at 374-2414 or apply in person Seasons Condominium Resort Route 302, Bartlett, NH * 374-2361

Interviewing for year round position in a high end, quiet, adult Inn. Experience and references required. We enjoy a small, efficient, reliable staff.

Apply in person at the Snowflake Inn, Jackson Village.

LICENSED REALTOR looking for steady income with benefits?

Are you amazing interacting with clients, comfortable with database management & graphics design, & detail oriented?

Assist a busy agent with all aspects of the business in this FT position. Send resume to Partner, PO Box 671, Intervale NH 03845.

NORDIC Village Resort has a full-time laundry position available at our laundry facility located in Gorham, NH. Experience preferred. Apply in person at the Rental office located on Route 16 in Jackson.

The leading Resort in the Mount Washington Valley

* Lifeguards * Come work in a fun and fast paced environment!

• Candidate will possess a great attitude and must be a team player!

• Flexible schedule needed- nights/ weekends/ holidays • Training provided by the resort Please email resumes to slambert@redjacketmountainview.com or stop at the Resort to pick up an application

* TEMPORARY Bellman Position * • Temporary Job in the Bells Dept (Finishes at the end of May or Early June) • Candidate will possess a great attitude and must be a team player!

• Flexible schedule needed- nights/ weekends/ holidays • Must be able to lift 50 pounds Please email resumes to slambert@redjacketmountainview.com or stop at the Resort to pick up an application

The leading Resort in the Mount Washington Valley

* Assistant Water Park Director *

The Asst WP Director's responsibilities include training, hiring, planning, assigning as well as directing tasks to the staff. The right candidate will possess open availability as well as a positive, motivational attitude.

Nights, weekends and holidays a must.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package. The right candidate will possess three years supervisory experience- must have a diploma or GED and be literate on Excel, MS Word, Outlook and Internet Explorer Please send your resume to Steve LambertGeneral Manager PO Box 2000 North Conway, NH 03860 or email to: slambert@redjacketmountainview.com or efile on line.

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted

FOOD SERVICES COORDINATOR/ CHEF Residential treatment center for adolescents located in Stow, Maine seeks Food Services Coordinator/ Chef for salaried position 3.5 days/wk (Mon-Thurs). The Chef is responsible for maintaining the food services department to State Licensing Standards. The position requires experience in restaurant and/ or institutional settings, proficiency in nutrition and menu planning, budgeting, shopping and commercial food ordering. We seek someone who can interact positively with staff and students and enjoys being part of a community.

Experience in natural foods and understanding of food allergies is a plus.

Please fax or e-mail a resume and 3 references to (207)697-2021 or becky@summitachievment.com.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Town of Effingham Part-time Fire Department Secretary The Town of Effingham is seeking a secretary to work one day a week. General secretarial and computer skills required.

For more information and/or application, contact the Selectmen’s Office at 539-7770 or send resume to 68 School Street, Effingham, NH 03882. Applications and resumes will be received until March 29, 2011.

Always Ready, Always There.

Call your local Recruiter!

SSG Matthew Hawkins 603.340.3671

CONWAY POLICE DEPARTMENT 9-1-1 DISPATCHER 9-1-1 Dispatcher - Good communication and computer skills required for high paced, multi faceted full time position with rotating shifts including midnights. A benefits package to include medical & dental insurance, holidays, vacation, sick days, and retirement plan. Applicants must be 21 years of age when hired.

Stop by Conway Police Station 35 East Conway Road for an application. Applications not accepted after Monday March 21, 2011.

Help Wanted

Home Improvements

WANTED Driver with Cargo van or pickup with cab (no SUVs) for vacation coverage, possibly other. Write: PO Box 51, Porter, ME 04068. Should live in Conway or Fryeburg area.

All phases of construction, from repairs to complete homes.

“Building on reputation” (603)455-7115, (603)447-2402, homwrksrem@yahoo.com.

WATER Jet Operator: Successful candidate should possess a strong cad-cam background and have basic machine shop knowledge. Familiarity with water jet operation a definite plus but will train the right person.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Tee Enterprises is a precision machine shop in Conway, NH, featuring climate controlled comfort year round, excellent work environment and a benefit package including 100% paid health insurance for the employee. Apply in person to Carl or Corey at 71 Hobbs Street in Conway.

WATKINS Independent Associates needed NH + ME! 141 year company, all natural culinary, home products, earn money, enjoy great discount, sign-up online: www.watkinsonline.com/hillarywiley Details: (207)890-3688 hereatthecabin@gmail.com.

Home Improvements 1 CALL DOES IT ALL Ken Karpowich Plumbing and Remodeling.

Licensed and insured in ME and NH. Repairs, installations, demo to finish remodeling. Call for a free estimate. I will call you back.

800-356-0315, 207-925-1423.

AM BUILDERS Full service contractor. All types roofing, siding, decks, remodeling, new homes and garages.

(603)323-7519 View our website: www.AddisonMasonBuilders.com

GRANITE COUNTERS Lucy Hardware, PO Box 810, Intervale, NH 03845 DEPARTMENT MANAGER We are looking for a Department Manager. This person must be customer oriented, organized, and have a willing attitude to learn.

This position is full-time and includes benefits.

This position available immediately.

Please send resume or application to: PO Box 810, Intervale, NH 03845 Attn: Jessica Spaulding No phone calls please.

A quality job for a quality price.

Quality Marble and Granite, (603)662-8447.

NEW Homes Garages Decks Remodeling, Roofing, 30yrs experience, fully insured. Jeff (207)583-6577, cell (207)890-7022.

Home Works Remodelers

TILE INSTALLATIONS Regrouting to bathroom remodeling. Ask about free grout sealing. American Pride Tile.

(603)452-8181.

Instruction FLYFISHING LESSONS on private trout pond. FFF certified casting instructor. Gift cert. available. (603)356-6240. www.mountainviewflyfishing.c om

GUITAR LESSONS With Mike Stockbridge- Berklee, UMaine All styles, levels, and ages. Now accepting students in Wolfeboro. www.mikestockbridge.com (603)733-9070.

Learn to teach English as a second language and/ or learn Spanish in beautiful, eco friendly Costa Rica. Visit our web-site: globaltesolcostarica.com.

MARCH Special 2 for 1 Beginner pottery classes meeting Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm. 4 week class $95 includes materials.

367-4666 to reserve space.

SINGING LESSONS Can't carry a tune in a bucket? I got a bucket that might help. Will consider trade. susanbrinker50@hotmail.com or (603)662-6415.

Land 2 lots: Panoramic view from Cranmore to Pleasant Mountain. Near National forest at foot of Evans Notch. Frontage on 113 north. $50,000 each. Call Jim Layne (207)935-3777.

CENTER Conway. Location, Location, Location! Jct. of 302 and 113. 78 acres. $299,000.

603-367-8054.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT IMMEDIATE OPENING

Busy construction office looking for detail oriented person to work with our project estimating/engineering team. Must be able to handle deadlines and have strong computer skills. Prior experience with accounting software helpful. This is a full time position with benefits. Please fax, e-mail or send resume to: Alvin J. Coleman & Son, Inc. 9 NH Rt 113, Conway, NH 03818

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:

• Registration Clerk- F/T and Temporary F/T and P/T- Minimum two years office experience. Familiarity with healthcare billing and diagnostic coding preferred.

• Clinical Coordinator- Full-Time, RN with Wound Care exp. Resp. to coordinate clinical activities of the Wound Care Center. Must have organizational and leadership skills. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing pref.

Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS, infection control, safety and all unit required skill review.

• Diabetes Nurse Educator- Full-time, Involves both individual and group instruction in Diabetes self-management skills. Responsible for the insulin pump/CGSM programs and assist with inpatient hyperglycemic protocols. Needs to be a self-starter and exp. in Diabetes Care/Education. Requirements include CDE, BSN and NH nursing license.

• Physical Therapist- Per Diem, Min Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Previous inpatient exp pref. Current NH PT License and CPR Cert req. Wknd and Wkday cov.

• RN- Full-time, ACLS, BLS & PALS and some acute care exp and critical care exp pref. Must take rotating call. Positive attitude, team player, computer skills and critical thinking skills required.

• Housekeeper- Full-time, Routine cleaning of patient rooms and other hospital areas. Must be able to life 35lbs and push/pull over 100lbs.

• Registered Dietician- Per Diem, appropriate credentials 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

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Searching for creative, energetic, flexible people for Residential Float Staff/Trainer- People hired into these positions will be guaranteed 40 hours/week, either working to cover vacant shifts or supporting and training new and existing staff in the delivery of services to individuals with developmental disabilities in our multiple residential locations. At least three years experience working in the developmental disabilities field required. Knowledge of “Gentle Teaching” principles preferred.

Flexibility to work a rotating schedule of shifts and days required. Please send resume with cover letter to: Melissa Hill, Program Director, New Horizons, 626 Eastman Rd., Ctr Conway, NH 03813, mhill@northernhs.org or fax: (603)356-6310. (1019).

Full Time Residential Advisor- Candidate will be a responsible, caring individual who will assist adults in a residential setting. Duties will include assisting people with developmental disabilities with daily living skills and community integration. Experience as well as education in the Human Services field strongly desired, but will train the right candidate. High school diploma or equivalent required. Please send cover letter and resume to: Molly Campbell, Residential Manager, 626 Eastman Road, Ctr Conway, NH 03813, fax: (603)356-6310 or mcampbell@northernhs.org (1019).

All positions require a valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto insurance, completion of driver’s and criminal background checks.

NHS is an EOE. Programs of NHS do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability.

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Boots ‘N Bling! charity dinner to raise money for Starting Point GLEN — Boots ‘N Bling! No, it’s not the latest kid flick featuring a dog and cat who find their way home after their family accidentally leaves them at a campground. It is an event that puts the “fun” back into fund-raising, benefitting Starting Point: Services for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence.

The event is Saturday, June 4, starting at 6 p.m. Hosted by Glen Ellis Campground in Glen, the event will be held in their pavilion along the banks of the Ellis River. This is a Rhinestone Cowboy event, so people are encouraged to wear their fanciest boots, best jeans, and sparkly jewels.

Join friends of Starting Point for cocktails, including custom made martinis and fresh brewed beer.

Enjoy gourmet appetizers and dinner delights include southeast Caesar salad, slow roasted ribeye, apple wood grilled salmon, raspberry chipotle chicken, risotto cakes, and scrumptious desserts.

The gourmet meal is presented by award winning restaurants and chefs including Marty & Pam Sweeney, the Moat Smokehouse, the Red Parka Pub, and Margarita Grill.

There will be a silent and live auction at the event. The silent auction begins at 6 p.m. Bid on

Land STUNNING Mt. side view lot in Bartlett, overlooks Attitash. Septic and utilities in place. Appraised at $250k, asking $169k quick sale.

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and decks. Fast & thorough, reasonable rates. Call Jeff Emery (603)356-4414, (603)986-1609 (cell).

Storage, household, autos, motorcycles, RVs, snowmobiles. Discounted Penske Truck rentals (603)383-6665 www.valleyauto.us

CASH for antiques, gold, silver, coins, furniture, etc. Conway Village Pawn, 150 Main St. Conway, (603)447-2255.

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MOUNTAIN Valley Self StorageConvenient Intervale location, minutes from NConway and Bartlett villages, affordable prices, many sizes available. Modern secure facility, call (603)356-3773.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

EASTERN Slope Inn- Pool, new workout facility. Purchased for $9000, selling for $4000/obo.

(207)935-3454.

WWW.CM-H.Com Open Daily & Sunday Camelot Homes Rt. 3 Tilton, NH Exit 20 on Rt. I-93, Across from Lakes Region Factory Mall

FOR Sale deluxe one bedroom condo, week 42, at the Suites at Attitash Mountain Village, 1200 sq.ft. $11,000. By owner (207)251-4595.

Motorcycles

LOOKING to rent your vacation property for the season or long term.

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Personals 60 year old white male, smoker, looking for 55 to 60 year old woman to have a good time with. Go to Bingo and watch movies. Must have license.

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WANTED: Drag race companion male or female. Call Rambo 539-4352.

Real Estate BARTLETT House: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, built 2004. Granite countertops, large kitchen, economical radiant heat, low Bartlett taxes. $199,000.

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IF you are looking to buy a house forget about the bank!

Look what 10% to 15% down with good credit you can buy with Owner Financing. A very nice condition, cozy, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath chalet on 1/2 acre lot in Birchview by the Saco, Bartlett for $185,500. For details and a visit call 603-383-9165 or 617-571-4476.

Starting Point Board of Director President Dot Seybold (left) accepts a sponsorship check for $5,000 from Kristen Charette, Branch Manager of Northway Bank. Northway Bank is the Presenting Sponsor of Boots ‘N Bling, a fund-raising dinner and charity auction being held June 4. Starting Point hopes to raise over $25,000 at the event. Reservations are available at the website startingpointnh.org or by calling 447-2494.

March 19, 2011 at 12pm. Great 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Short commute to Conway. Absolute sale after $42,000. Tom Troon Auctions #2320.

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donated items including dinners, massages, pedicures, manicures, jewelry, and art from the best of the Mount Washington Valley. The live auction, presented by Steve Skofield of Kathy Kingston Auction Company, will feature a Montana vacation, back yard movies festival, in home chef dinners, sushi demonstrations and many surprising packages. After dinner enjoy the live music of the Tammy Perkins Trio and some real country dancing.

The presenting sponsor for Boots ‘N Bling is Northway Bank. The Zeb’s Charitable Fund, and Cross Insurance are sponsoring the auction. The Conway Daily Sun is the sponsoring the media.

Reservations are $75 per person. Table of 8 or 10 are available, as are corporate sponsored tables.

For more information about Starting Point or for reservations to Boots ‘N Bling, call 603-447-2494, or go to www.startingpointnh.org.

Starting Point is a non-profit agency providing services to victims of domestic and sexual violence and stalking. Services include support groups, shelter, hospital advocacy, court advocacy, community prevention education, and a 24 hour support line, 1-800-336-3795.

Rentals Wanted

Roommate Wanted ROOMMATE wanted to share large new home in beautiful Jackson, private bedroom & bathroom, no pets, no drugs, no smoking. Available March 1st $500/mo (603)383-4460.

Services #1 SANDY'S CLEANING Private, seasonal homes, rentals, commercial, construction cleaning. Security checks, maintenance. 30 years serving the valley. (603)383-9342. $150 to $250 for your unwanted car or truck, call Rich, 978-9079.

Vacation Rentals Private Homes Offices 24/7 Snow Shoveling

plowing, sanding, loader work.

Limmer Landscaping(603)383-6466.

TOTAL FLOOR CARE Professional Installation, sanding, refinishing and repair of wood floors. 447-1723.

Situation Wanted Custom Saw Milling Custom Planing Custom Kiln Drying Call for details Home Grown Lumber (603)447-3800.

Electronic Drafting & Documentation

HousePlans, Elevations, Mechanical, AutoCAD, Word/Excell From your sketches, danapappalardo@aol.com 603-374-1852.

ERIC J. Holden Painting also light Carpentry, drywall, water damage, free estimates, great rates. (603)452-8032.

HYPNOSIS for habit change, stress, regression. Michael Hathaway, DCH, certified hypnotherapist.

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Preston’s Cleaning Service.

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PEREIRA’S Perfection- Residential and commercial cleaning.

Spring, Fall cleanings, yard maintenance. Fully insured.

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Senior discounts, interior/ exterior painting, windows, sheetrock, carpentry. Insured. Gary (603)356-3301.

Carpets, windows, rental cleaning, janitorial services. Insured.

Commercial & Residential.

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SUNNY fenced-in garden plot provided in exchange for vegetables. Intervale Crossroads.

986-8188.

Snowmobiles SERVICE AND REPAIRS Need to get your snow machines ready for winter at a great price? Also buying and selling used sleds. Serving the area for 5 years. Richard (207)890-3721, anytime.

Storage Space BROWNFIELD Self Storage.

10x10, 10x15, 10x20,10x30. Prepay 6 months- 7th month free!

Call for prices. (207)625-8390.

NORTH Conway Storage; 24 hour access; secure, dry. $35 special 4’x10’ units. Climate controlled units. Larger units available also. Discounted Budget Truck Rentals Call Rachael at (603)383-6665.

STORAGE trailers for rent, 27 to 45!. Good clean dry units. Call D. Rock. 1-800-433-7625.

U-STORE-IT Seasonal Storage Available.

Great rates. 5x10- $39/month; 10x15$89/month Call U-Store-It (603)447-5508.

Wanted CARPOOL Looking for person to carpool with who needs a ride and share expenses. I’m Driving to the Orlando FL area on March 14th, returning March 26th. FMI (603)539-4754.

EAST Wakefield- Rt153- Located close to both Belleau and Province Lakes. Self storage units available 5x10, 10x10, & 10x25.

24 hour easy access. Call (603)539-5577.

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JB Self Storage- Rt5 Lovell, 10x20, 10x24, 10x30, secure, dry, 24hr access. (207)925-3045.

GOLD OVER $1,330/0Z.!

WE BUY DIAMONDS, GOLD, SILVER, COINS, Platinum, Jewelry, Watches & Antiques. Free estimates. North Country Fair Jewelers. Established 1969. 2448 Main St., North Conway (603)356-5819.

WE buy complete estates- large lots- collections, antiques- estates our speciality- library lotsattic and barn lots. Prompt and confidential services. Outright offer- contact Gary Wallace 603-539-5276 or nhauction@roadrunner.com We are located on Rt16 in Ossipee, NH. Quantity and price no limits- ask about our auction services too?

Yard Sale MOVING INDOOR ESTATE SALE

Costume & 14k gold jewelry, vintage, collectibles, sterling, designer clothes, funiture. Must see! 86 Adam Circle, off Old Mill Rd., near Conway Lake. Saturday 8am-4pm, (603)447-1808.

Directions to sale, there will be NO signs posted. Take Rt.113 toward Fryeburg. Turn right at Mill Street (Veteran’s Triangle), pass lake, 1st street turn left.

Next street on right will be Adam Circle.

COMMERCIAL storage units, centrally located in North Conway, ideal for small business.

Call Roger (603)452-8888.

With move in. Climate Control Storage available. 5x5s all the way up to 10x30s for all your storage needs. Visit East Conway Self Storage 819 East Conway Road. (603)356-8493.

EAST COAST ART & ANTIQUE BUYERS Art, collections, furnishings, books, etc. Professional, discrete.

Marc (603)986-8235.

WE BUY GOLD & SILVER “That’s What We Do”- Highest prices paid! Rt16- 2 miles below Conway. 603-447-8808.

WEIGHT lifting equipment wanted. Steel weights only.

Contact (603)915-3338. Will pick up.

TANGLEWOOD Motel & Cottages indoor yard sale. Cleaning house, getting ready for a new season. Also emptied 2 family house. I need room, so I need you! We have furniture, lamps, shades, pots, pans, sheets, tools, pocketbooks, toys, games, puzzles, comforters, bedspreads, pair French doors.

Sat 3/12 & Sun 3/13, 9am-2pm.

1681 Rt.16, Madison.

THE CONWAY DAILY SUN, Saturday, March 12, 2011— Page 37

Effingham Town Column

Henry Spencer 539-4964

Slack, Swanick elected selectmen, town passes all articles on ballot Effingham saw a pretty good turn-out for last Tuesday’s voting with three hundred and seven votes cast.

Here are the winners: For selectman, Ms. Susan Slack for a two-year term (unopposed) and Ms. Theresa Swanick for a three-year term (in a field of three), for moderator, Mr. Mike Cauble (unopposed), trustee of trust funds, Douglas Woods (ran as a write-in), library trustee Ms. Maureen Spencer and Ms. Denna Amaral for three-year terms (in a field of four), budget committee, Ms. Maureen Spencer and Mr. Michael Pilkovsky for three-year terms (both running unopposed), planning board, Mr. Jory Augenti and Mr. William Piekut for threeyear terms (in a field of four), zoning board, Mr. Tim White and Mr. Jory Augenti for three-year terms (in a field of three) and cemetery trustee one-year term Mr. Eric Potter as a write-in and for the two-year term Mr. David Manely (unopposed).

Other write-in candidates were:

Cuinn McConnell, 18 votes for both two-year and three-year selectmen seats and Ms. Christine Sanborn for the one-year cemetery trustee seat with 15 votes.

There were also seven articles placed on the ballot by the planning board, all of the articles past with fairly strong pluralities, except for article 7, which passed by just 11 votes and Article 2, wetlands, which passed by only 12 votes.

Many thanks to all who showed up to vote. It is pleasant to see that for all but the trustee of the trust funds and for the one-year term for cemetery trustee that all vacant seats had someone running to fill them and that in most cases there were more candidates than seats. This speaks well for local participatory democracy.

Writers Night at Effingham Public Library is March 17, at 7 p.m. Writers Night features Yankee Humorist Rebecca Rule; and musician Peter Heimlich.

This will be a wonderful evening for tall tales, wee folks, stories

and music. As always the featured writers and speakers will be followed by “open-mic�, fiveminute limit.

The Carroll County office of the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension is offering a five-part money management series on Thursday evenings, March 24, 31, April 7, 14 and 28 (no class on April 21) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Carroll County office of UNH Cooperative Extension, 73 Main St., Conway. There is a $12 materials fee per person or couple for the series. No one will be denied based on inability to pay. For more information call UNH Cooperative Extension at (603) 447-3834.

Also from the extension office: Sign up for the 2011 spring pruning demonstrations on April 2 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at North Ridge Farm, 323 Haines Hill Road, Wolfeboro. Speaker: Bill Lord, UNH Cooperative Extension Fruit Specialist, Retired. Cost: Free. see EFFINGHAM page 39

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LOWER BARTLETT WATER PRECINCT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2011 BUDGET & BOND HEARING MONDAY MARCH 14, 2011 – 7:00 P.M. There will be a Public Hearing at the Precinct Office in the F. X. Lyons Building on Route 16/302, Intervale, Town of Bartlett, NH, on Monday March 14, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. The proposed 2011 Budget and 2011 Warrant will be presented and reviewed. The 2011 Warrant includes Articles for water system expansions and improvements and the issuance of bonds and/or notes in connection therewith.

We welcome and encourage all Precinct customers and others interested in Precinct business to attend this important Public Hearing. At the conclusion of the Public Hearing, there will be a meeting of the Precinct Advisory Committee. One or more Warrant Articles regarding bond and grant authority will be presented for a vote at the 2011 Annual Meeting to be held at the Bartlett Town Hall on Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at 7:00 P.M. If you have any questions, please call the Precinct Office at 356-6738.

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:

Richard R. Glines Janice Spinney James F. Rockett

CONWAY PLANNING BOARD

Thursday, March 24, 2011 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Conway Town Office, Center Conway Review and Acceptance of Minutes • March 10, 2011 AGENDA

REAL ESTATE AUCTION Saturday, March 19, 2011 • 12:00 NOON Absolute sale after $42,000 Why Rent When You Can Own?

This cozy home includes an add-on family room with brick hearth & wood stove, enclosed porch, and fenced-in back yard. This home heats on 1 tankÂą of oil and 1-1/2 cordsÂą of wood annually.

Location: 1701 Route 16, Lot 38, Tamworth, NH (Skandia North - known as Tamworth Pines Cooperative, Inc.) - a very quiet & secure location.

Reason for Sale: Moving to retirement apartment complex.

Comments: Great home for family, retired couple, or vacation home - just off Route 16, it is within an easy commute to Mt. Washington Valley, Portsmouth, & Meredith, and is just a short drive to 5 major ski areas and Ossipee Lakes Region for year-round recreation. It is also near a major snowmobile trail system.

Terms: $2,000 cash, bank check, or certified check is required to bid. Closing is to take place within 30 days of sale date. Any terms presented day of sale will supercede any previously listed terms.

Call: Auctioneer for bidder’s packet and more information. Shown by appointment any time.

Thomas D. Troon & Sons, Auctioneers PO Box 1457, Conway, NH 03818 NH License #2320 • Maine License #AUC832 • VT #057.0061940 603-447-8808 • 1tomt@roadrunner.com

OTHER BUSINESS • Whitesides Realty, Inc - §123-4.A.5 (File #NA11-05) – to convert retail space to personal service at 2076 White Mountain Highway, North Conway (PID 230-4) • Katherine Brassill/Adventure Suites – §123-4.A.5 (File #NA11-06) – to construct a second floor to five suites for a total of 2,500 square feet at 3440 White Mountain Highway, North Conway (PID 202-14) • Robert Porter/Porter Office Machines – §123.4.A.5 (File #NA11-07) – to construct a 9’ x 21’ receiving dock at 1337 White Mountain Highway, North Conway (PID 246-11) • North Creek Partners LP - §123.4.A.5 (File #NA1108) – to convert personal service to retail space at 2936 White Mountain Highway (PID 215-24) • Josh Brustin – 22 Oak Street, North Conway (PID 219-6) – Conceptual Review • Bowtie Realty, LLC – Lot Merger (PID 235-40, Units 1 through 32) • Committee Reports

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Albany Town Column

Mary Leavitt 447-1710/Dorothy Solomon 447-1199

All warrant articles pass at Albany town, school meetings Town Meeting was certainly the shortest in recent times. There were 40 residents at the meeting.

The results of the town election: Jack Rose was re-elected selectman for three years, Joe Ferris was elected to a three-year term as cemetery trustee, Richard VanDyne was also re-elected for three years as a trustee of trust funds while the second seat remains open, Rob Nadler also retained his seat on the land governance board for another three years, and Vachon, Clukay & Co. were rehired as auditors.

There is still and opening for a supervisor of checklist. If you are interested, please call Tina Sdankus.

The school board election saw no changes: Colleen Cormack won another three-year term, for another year Ed Alkalay remains moderator, and Kim Guptill keeps both her positions as treasurer and clerk.

All warrant articles passed with little difficulty including the $564,912 for the municipal operating budget. Among the warrant articles was the $10,000 contract with the county sheriff’s department to patrol the town. That will give Albany 181 hours of coverage in four-hour blocks. The deputies will use the office space behind the selectmen’s office as their way station. The school warrants including the budget of $1,311,252 also passed without difficulty.

I must admit, I did not attend the recent town meeting. I was in the Boston area attending a meet and greet with President Obama. About 30 people from New Hampshire were asked by the White House to meet with the president and I felt honored to be among that group. We each had an opportunity to shake hands with the president and chat for a few minutes. I reminded him of the event held in his 2008 campaign in Conway where my husband, Stan, introduced him

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TOWN OF CONWAY PUBLIC NOTICE

The Town of Conway announces the annual spring posting of roads Effective Monday, March 14, 2011, vehicles exceeding a gross weight of ten tons shall be prohibited from using any Town road until further notice.

If you have any questions, please contact the Town of Conway, Public Works Department, at 447-3811, ext. 123.

Paul A. DegliAngeli, P.E., Public Works Director

TOWN OF BARTLETT ROAD LIMIT NOTICE EFFECTIVE MARCH 14, 2011 Please note that the load limit restriction will be placed on all town roads in the Town of Bartlett, NH effective on Monday, March 14, 2011. Vehicles whose gross vehicular weight exceeds 10 tons are prohibited from using the roads.

This ban is on 24 hours a day with no exceptions.

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to the audience. He asked that I extend his thanks to the people of the Conway area for their hospitality and hopes for their continued support. There was time for some discussion on the ongoing federal budget problems and a look toward 2012.

The selectmen’s office will be closed Thursday, March 17, through Monday, March 21. Please make any adjustments necessary.

The Wednesday evening’s Conway deliberative meeting at Kennett High School’s gym had a packed audience. There were many people there from the sending towns. I noted that Albany was represented. I saw Colleen Cormack and Bob Mathieu.

The school committee’s budget was restored over the objections of the Conway Budget Committee, but not without much heated debate. To see what went on, go to WMUR and click on their video of the meeting.

Tin Mountain: On Thursday, March 17, at 7 p.m.

Josh Trought of D Acres Organic Farm will air a video highlighting renewable energy, food preservation, animal husbandry, forest gardening and more. He will be on hand to answer your questions.

Remember the great dinner and auction to be held at Ada Wadsworth Arena at Fryeburg Academy at 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 19. For tickets and reservations call 447-6991.

Library: Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. is open mic night featuring blues guitarist Scott Davis.

Starting Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm six films in the Spiritual Cinema Series will be shown.

UNH Extension: Starting Thursday, March 24, at 6:30 p.m. learn how to make money work for you at the Cooperative Extension office on Main Street in

Conway village. To register call 447-3834 or write bettylou.canty@unh.edu.

AARP/Gibson Center: The AARP Driver Safety Program taught by Dan Andrews will be held at the Gibson Center on Tuesday, March 22, and Thursday, March 24, from 12:15 to 4 p.m. For more information or to register, call 356-3231.

On March 19 at the Congregational Church in Conway at 11 a.m. there will be a meeting regarding the veteran’s facility at Hobbs Street with Dr. Levinson from Manchester VA Clinic. This is an open meeting and all interested veterans are invited to attend.

This winter may have taken a real toll on your home. If you are in need of housing repair assistance, perhaps a USDA Rural Development office can be of some assistance to you. There is a loan and grant program you may be able to access. Visit their website at http://www.rudev.usda.gov/vt/.

Are you in need of low cost legal help? Community Legal Services might be your answer. Check out www.lowpaylaw.org or call 1 (888) 696-3393.

March 1 marked the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Peace Corps. House parties (740) were held across the world and Albany was well represented. Tina Craig and Charles Greenhalgh held one in their Stacey Lane home. Tina served in Senegal from 1983-1986. Also in attendance were Kathy and Doug Burnell, Tiffy Case, Debbie and Dick Carey, Sarah and Ken Kimball, Tom Riechheld and Dexter Harding along with friends and family.

There are still two weeks before spring, so to those who love winter, enjoy yourselves. To everyone, have a great week.

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TOWN OF FRYEBURG PUBLIC NOTICE

Nomination papers will be available on Monday March 21, 2011 at the Fryeburg Town Office for the following positions: One Selectmen for a 3 year term (2) Persons to server for MSDA #72 Director for a 3 year term (1) Alternate to serve for MSDA #72 Director for a 1 year term

Bartlett Zoning Board of Adjustment

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at the Bartlett town hall, 56 Town Hall Road, Intervale on Monday, March 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm to hear the following request: 1. The Habert-Jaques Company, Inc., d/b/a The Bartlett Inn: Application for Equitable Waiver of Dimensional Requirements to permit the location of an existing swimming pool within the rear property setback area to remain 9.2’ from the boundary line.

The property is identified as 1477 US Route 302, Bartlett. Tax Map 5RT302, Lot 028L00.

Public comment will be permitted during this hearing.

Signed: Richard M. Plusch, Chairman

FREEDOM — June McLeavey is the Art Teacher at Bartlett Elementary School who continues to follow her own passion for making art. She is inspired by the young artists she teaches whose work informs her own; they undoubtedly must say the same.

The medium which has unchained her creativity is monotype. The planned images will emerge from the press in reverse, and often unplanned results will occur. The artist can allow “mistakes” can adjust perceptions, and can combine materials and images that provide unexpected and delightful results.

Many of these beautifully presented and unusually titled monotypes are included in June’s exhibit. We know that you will enjoy this special show downstairs at the library.

Chocorua Public Library presents The Long Shadow of Crazy Horse Chocorua Public Library will be presenting The Long Shadow of Crazy Horse Sunday, March 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Chocorua Public Library.

What is our perspective now on the most celebrated of the Native American warriors who resisted the expansion of the United States across the continent? In the light of Thomas Powers’ recent book: “The Killing of Crazy horse,” how might we now view his life and tragic end? Richard Posner will introduce the discussion.

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Switaj named to dean’s list

NORTH DARTMOUTH, Mass. — Zachary Switaj, of Tamworth, majoring in engineering, has been named to the dean’s list in recognition of earning a semester grade point average of 3.2 or higher of a possible 4.0.

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Barbara Ray

St. Patrick’s Day lunches this week If you weren’t here for our Mardi Gras luncheon last Tuesday, I have to tell you, you missed a great time.

We had a terrific Fat Tuesday celebration. It began with a belly dancing demonstration by two very charming young ladies and was followed by a traditional and delicious shrimp and scallop jambalaya. We completed the celebrations with our annual Feinstein Challenge Dessert Auction. It was a wonderful day and everyone left with a big smile on their face!

Now in case you thought things might slow down, I should remind you that this week we will be holding our spectacular Saint Patrick’s Day lunches with some of the best corned beef and cabbage in town. They will be held this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday March 15, 16 and 17. Please be sure to call 356-3231 to reserve a seat because these luncheons are very popular and we wouldn’t want to turn anyone away. Jill has also planned some special programs after lunch this week including music with Red Gallagher on Wednesday and a Saint Patrick’s Day dance on Thursday.

Have a good week, happy Saint Patrick’s Day and God bless!

Monday, March 14: Chair exercise class begins at 10 a.m. Join artist Carl Owen for free water color classes after lunch. We will go bowling today; board the bus at 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 15: Strength, balance and stretch class begins at 9:30 a.m. in the activity room. Lunch is served at our Silver Lake meal site today at noon. Computer classes will be held in the social room today. Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Come watch “Darby O’Gill and the Little People” at 12:30 p.m. in the activity room.

Wednesday, March 16: The bus leaves Gibson at 7 p.m. today for the Boston Flower Show. Wii games are available in the social room 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30-1:30 p.m. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. Red Gallagher will be singing some favorite Irish tunes during

lunch today.

Thursday, March 17: Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 a.m. Medicare counseling is available from noon to 1 p.m. in the dining room. The Saint Patrick’s Day Dance begins at 12:30 p.m. in the activity room.

Friday, March 18: Strength, balance and stretch class begins at 9:30 a.m. in the activity room. “Celtic Women” can be seen in the activity room at 10:30 a.m. Alice Clapp will hold her ballroom dance class at 12:30 p.m. in the activity room.

Upcoming programs • Artist Carl Owen offers water color classes on Mondays after lunch.

These classes are free to our members.

• Our bowling club meets Mondays at 12:30 p.m.. The cost is $8 which includes cost of lane fees, shoe rental and transportation.

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets. Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Young At Heart, March 27: This is a musical program by a group of singing seniors who toured the world. The cost is $57.

• New York City: Sept. 23–26: Ride your luxurious bus to the ‘Big Apple’ and see the Empire State building & Prometheus at Rockefeller Center. You’ll also take a harbor cruise and pass the Statue of Liberty • Southern Charm: Oct. 16-22: Seven days, 10 meals in Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/ social.

Menu: Monday: Kim’s chicken casserole, Tuesday: corned beef and cabbage – reservations req’d in dining room this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday only; Wednesday: Meals on Wheels: roast beef hash; Thursday: Meals on Wheels: American chop suey; Friday: artichoke and cheese strata.

Old car club accepting applications for continuing education awards CONWAY — The Mount Washington Valley Old Car Club has announced the 2011 continuation of its college/technical school financial assistance program.

These awards are made annually to recipients from Fryeburg Academy and Kennett High School. Successful applicants must be enrolled in either a degree program or post high school technical education certificate program in an automotive technology related field.

Financial awards are forwarded directly to recipients once the club is in receipt of a transcript of the student’s passing semester grades. To apply,

please contact the guidance office in either Fryeburg Academy or Kennett High School.

This program is funded with proceeds from the Mount Washington Valley Old Car Club annual car show which is held at Settlers Green on the second Sunday in September. Additional funding is obtained from the club’s sponsorship of Monday Cruise Nights during the warm weather months. Locations alternate weekly between the Glen Dairy Queen in Glen and Dunkin Donuts in North Conway. Please join us at these events. You’ll see some wonderful cars while supporting continuing education.

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TAMWORTH — John “Archie” Anthony Chiaradonna Jr., 62, of Eldridge Lane, Tamworth, died March 5, 2011 at his home.

Born in Lynn, Mass., January 31, 1949 son of the late John Anthony and Elena (Colella) Chiaradonna he lived in Massachusetts all of his life until moving to Tamworth 7 years ago.

Archie served his country with the United States Army and was stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War. He worked as a foreman for Lynn Water and Sewer Commission for many years.

He enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews.

Survivors include his wife Susan (Bowden Chiaradonna of Tamworth, a brother and his wife Michael A. and Jane Chiaradonna of Saugus, Mass., a sister and her husband Donna M. and C. Joseph LaBonte of Rancho Sante Fe, Calif. and several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Conway Area Humane Society 223 E. Main St., Conway, NH 03818.

The Baker-Gagne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Route 16 West Ossipee, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Bonnie R-A Lent

Bonnie R-A Lent, 67, of White Plains, passed away Feb. 14, 2011.

Born Feb. 27, 1943 in Portland, Maine, to Anna Stuart Hill and the late Warren Hill. In June of 1964, Bonnie married Robert Lent in Conway.

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Besides her loving husband Robert and mother Anna, Bonnie is survived by a son, John F. Lent (Lorana) and grandson Robert Ro. Lent of White Plains. She was predeceased by a son Robert R. Lent.

March 15 to hear party leaders: Democrats from across Carroll County are slated to gather Tuesday, March 15, in Runnells Hall, Chocorua, to hear House Minority Leader and former House Speaker Teri Norelli, and former Senate Majority Leader Maggie Hassan report on the legislative climate in Concord.

Carroll County Dems Chairman Bob Bridgham will gavel the meeting to order at 7 p.m.

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A hot time in North Conway Village during Chilly Chili Stroll CONWAY — More than 600 people strolled through North Conway Village for the eighth annual Cinco de Marzo Chilly Chili stroll March 5. Chili testers visited businesses throughout the village tasting delicious chili and voting on their own favorites. At the same time, the International Chili Society hosted a sanctioned Chili cookoff event under the tents at Decade’s Restaurant.

Winners qualified to compete for $25,000 in cash prizes and awards at the 2011World Championship Chili Cookoff to be held in Manchester on Sept. 30 to Oct. 2.

The following businesses and individuals won awards and bragging rights for the best chili or costume: International Chili Society Chili Cookoff Salsa: first place: Place Mike Freedman, second place: Jim Heywood and third place: Jack Cowell.

Chili Verde: first place: Mike Freedman, second place: Rick LaFrance and third place: Dave Schulman.

International Chili Society Chili: first place: Vicki Tankis – Bus Burnin Chili, second place: Jerry Buma – Booma’s Revenge, third place: Kathy Brunelle – Fila’s Wicked Good Chili.

Honorable Mention: Judith Omerza - Chili Willie’s Chili and Raymond Barry – The Chili B’s.

Chilly Chili Stroll: first place: AMC Pinkham Notch – AMC Poblano’s Chili, second place: White Mountain Hotel – Authentic Cowboy Chili, third Place: MWV HOG Chapter - HOG Rider’s Chili, best theme:

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March 18 concert in Tamworth benefits Congregational Church TAMWORTH — There will be an evening of entertainment at the Tamworth Congregational Church, Main Street, Tamworth, Friday, March 18, at 7 p.m.

The concert of classical music — instruments and voices — will raise funds to benefit the church restoration fund. The current project is painting, interior and exterior.

Performers giving their talents for the evening include Marion Posner with classical spoken voice; Ron Wold, French horn with Peggy Johnson, piano: Hans Stafford, baritone with Peggy Johnson, piano; a vocal sextet: Rebekah Pugh, Ellen Hamilton Farnum, Penelope Robinson, Lisa Ferguson, Tom Davidson, Hans Stafford, also with Peggy Johnson, piano; Chris Nourse, viola with Ellen Schwindt, piano and a special gathering of The Friends of the TCC Orchestra — Chris Nourse and Friends.

The Congregational Church was founded in 1792. This building replaced the original meeting house a few years

later. Its steeple rises above the riverside village of Tamworth and is visible from many angles and distances, anchoring the village and standing out against mountain backdrops. This image graces countless place mats, calendars, postcards and canvases. The interior of the building is no less sublime: large, simple, and built to carry a speaker’s voice easily to every ear in the room, the acoustics are outstanding.

The Congregational Church of Tamworth hosts a series of several benefit Evenings of Entertainment each year, some to benefit their own projects and some to benefit other organizations.

In May, there will be a concert featuring the “Youth of Tamworth,” proceeds will be used to purchase sound and/or lighting equipment for the K. A, Brett School music department.

Tickets for the Classical Concert on Friday evening March 18 are $10 at the door. Refreshments will be served. Call 323-8504 for more information.

Spiritual Cinema video series resumes CONWAY — The Spiritual Cinema video series resumes at Conway Public Library Tuesday March 15 with the documentary movie “Wake Up,” airing from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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BY JAD MOUAWAD AND NICK BUNKLEY NEW YORK TIMES

The increase in energy prices is beginning to resemble the rise in 2008. But this time, the American economy may be better prepared for higher fuel costs.

Gasoline prices have risen by nearly a third in the last year, and oil costs more than $100 a barrel for the first time in more than two years, driven by fears of extended Middle East supply disruptions and increased demand from an improving global economy.

While the latest surge in energy prices is likely to cause some pain and slow the recovery from the recession, economists say the spike is unlikely to derail the rebound unless prices rise a lot further.

One big reason is that consumers and businesses have learned lessons from the last oil shock. Many drivers, for example, have given up their gas-guzzling sport utility vehicles. Automakers, which are selling more fuel-efficient cars than five years ago, reported higher sales in February even as gas prices rose.

Industries like airlines and trucking, which are most severely affected by fuel prices, have passed on their higher costs almost immediately instead of waiting for the price increases to hammer profits.

And much of the rest of the United States economy is far less dependent on oil than it used to be. Oil consumption has dropped more than 5 percent since 2005, while natural gas use has risen 10 percent. A glut of domestic natural gas has kept prices low, providing a lift to industries like chemicals and pharmaceuticals and tempering the price of electricity, much of which is generated from natural gas.

Still, higher oil and gas prices matter. Daniel Yergin, the oil historian, said the recent increase “forces people into really difficult choices.” He said, “It becomes a thermometer, a register of fear and anxiety.”

Nouriel Roubini, the New York University economist who became known for his pessimistic forecasts before the financial crisis, told reporters in Dubai on Tuesday that an increase in oil prices to $140 a barrel could even cause some advanced economies to dip back into recession.

The rising price of gas — which averaged $3.57 a gallon nationwide on Monday, according to the government — is already prompting some people to change their habits.

Ronnie Undeberg, 50, of Summerfield, Fla., started driving less in December, when gas hit $3 a gallon. “I started planning my errands,” he said. If gas reaches $4, Mr. Undeberg, a discipline clerk at Lake Weir Middle School, said he would scale back his cable television package and cut his cellphone use.

Higher fuel costs reduce consumers’ discretionary income, which is often spent on such niceties as dining out or the latest electronic devices.

Low- and middle-income families are typically hurt most by a higher price for energy because they spend a higher portion of their household budget on gas and heating bills. see GAS PRICES page 43

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This contemporary home on Freedom Point Road has access to Loon Lake, and is an easy walk to town as well.

The home, built in 1989, has three bedrooms, two baths and nearly 2,000 square feet of space on an acre of land. There is an attached two-car garage.

Listing agent Nicole L. Martinez, of Exit Realty Leaders in Center Ossipee, says the home offers “bright open-concept living with room to roam.”

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It is unclear how long energy prices will stay high. Most oil exports from Libya have stopped amid the fighting there. But Kuwait’s oil minister, Sheik Ahmad al-Abdullah al-Sabah, said that the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries was discussing whether to hold an emergency meeting soon to increase oil production. Saudi Arabia has also said it would pump more oil to make up for the shortfall in Libyan exports. On Tuesday, oil prices fell slightly to settle at $105.02 a barrel in New York.

Some economists say that the increase in oil prices over the last year, well before the wave of protests in the Middle East and mostly caused by higher demand, may already have cost the United States economy hundreds of thousands of jobs. One rule of thumb is that each $10 increase in the price of a barrel of oil knocks 0.2 to 0.3 percentage points off the growth rate of the economy.

“High oil prices always hurt our economy,” said Lawrence J. Goldstein, an economist at the Energy Policy Research Foundation. “Sometimes they get masked from consumers, but you cannot hide their impact on the economy. What it is going to do is leave us with anemic and sporadic growth that to most Americans will still feel like a recession.”

But so far, consumers and businesses seem to have adapted to the higher prices much more quickly than in 2008, when gasoline reached an average of $4.11 a gallon and oil topped $145 a barrel. In part, that is because the last oil shock helped prompt a new focus on energy efficiency.

Take automobiles, for example.

Congress got hundreds of thousands of the worst gas guzzlers off the road with the cash-for-clunkers program.

And automakers changed their product mix to emphasize more small cars and fewer sport utility vehicles, reflecting consumer demand and tougher fuel-efficiency mandates from the government.

As a result, the industry is better prepared for high gas prices. Mike

Jackson, the chief executive of AutoNation, the country’s largest chain of dealerships, said half of the vehicles on his lots are now cars, up from 40 percent in 2008, and just 8 percent are sport utility vehicles, down from 15 percent three years ago.

Drivers like Tival Williams, 39, a self-employed fashion designer from the Ditmas Park area of Brooklyn, also learned from the last price spike. Mr. Williams dumped his large S.U.V. and now drives a thriftier Mazda CX-9 crossover. “Then I was paying $100 a week” for gas, he said. “Now I’m paying $70 a week.”

Industry executives said higher gas prices are more likely to cause a shift toward smaller cars than to reduce sales overall. If the automakers are wrong, the financial pain will be less severe; after going through its bankruptcy, General Motors has been careful about ramping up production and now has just about two months of inventory at dealerships, down from more than four months in 2008.

Other sectors of the economy so far have weathered the storm. Michael P. Niemira, chief economist for the International Council of Shopping Centers, said anecdotal information from shopping malls across the country “is surprisingly strong.”

“It appears that the consumer is still spending,” he said. But if oil prices stay above $100, “it will erode confidence and discretionary purchasing power,” he said.

The trucking industry may also be better prepared for an oil shock than it was in 2008. Not only have more companies adopted fuel surcharges, they have also tried to find ways to make their fleets more efficient. Some have begun giving drivers bonuses if they reach particular fuel efficiency targets, for example by driving slower.

Still, such measures can do only so much. “At $3 a gallon, you start to get a little bit of heartburn,” said Bob Costello, chief economist for the American Trucking Associations, an industry group. “Anything over $4, and panic sets in, with companies wondering if they can survive.”

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Boynton, CEO of Manchester-based social service agency The Moore Center, announced recently that he will be offering free downloads of his successful “Begin With Yes” inspirational book to any unemployed New Hampshire citizen throughout 2011 via a special download from his www.beginwithyes.com Website.

In tandem with this effort, the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development, White Mountains Community College, Public Service of New Hampshire, Logo Loc and media sponsor New Hampshire Business Review will hold the “Begin With Yes Career Fest” at White Mountains Community College in Berlin on Tuesday, March 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“The lessons you learn in my book about the power of being positive and setting attainable goals are all good, but there needs to be a corresponding action plan to turn those good thoughts into activity,” Boynton said.

“That’s why we’re not only offering free downloads to folks who are out of work, but are also providing them with the concrete set of tools they need to conduct an effective job search. It’s a two-pronged approach.”

In addition to Boynton’s keynote address, there will be four other general session workshops: “Job Search – Applications, Resumes and Cover Letters” (White Mountains Community College speaker to be announced); “Effective Communication Skills in the Job Search” (Dr. Russ Ouellette, Sojourn Partners); “Networking – It’s Not Who You Know, But Who Knows You” (Kevin Shyne, North Country Tech Prep Director and Leadership North Country Executive Director); and “Social Media Basics for Job Seekers” (Allen Voivod, Epiphanies, Inc.).

“Recognizing that helping to develop a job ready workforce is a primary goal of education, White Mountains Community College is thrilled to be a part of this event,” said White Mountains Community College president Kathy Eneguess. “We look forward to lending the expertise of our staff in developing and coordi-

nating workshops that provide valuable information to citizens looking for a fresh start backed with new ideas.”

Through a special arrangement with Manchesterbased EZStream and Portsmouth-based Kinney Hill Media Partners, the entire event will streamed live at http://bit.ly/NoBullStream .

“Though the event is taking place in the North Country, we are definitely committed to ensuring that all citizens have access to this great information,” said New Hampshire Division of Economic Development interim director Roy Duddy. “Whether you’re someone who has been out of work for a long time or someone who is underemployed and is just seeking a new career direction, you’ll truly benefit from the combination of Paul’s book and the interactive workshops.”

“Public Service of New Hampshire is proud to take an active role in sponsoring and being on the coordinating committee of such a creative and proactive event in the state’s North Country,” added Public Service of New Hampshire Economic and Community Development manager Pat McDermott.

“Helping our citizens to get back to work and build a stronger workforce and local economy is a mission that everyone embraces and we’re just happy to be able to do our part.”

Unemployed citizens can download copies of “Begin With Yes” free of charge at http://www.beginwithyes. com/purchase.html. They will need to click the “ebook” option and enter YESNH in the discount code box.

Admission to the “Begin With Yes Career Fest” is also free but is limited to the first 200 people. To register, contact Leslie Sherman at lsherman@dred.state. nh.us.

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Optimistic about ownership: Why we want to buy a home

Regardless of the prolonged real estate slump, the dream of homeownership hasn’t faded, according to a recent Fannie Mae survey.

Fifty-one percent of homeowners and renters reveal that the housing crisis has not impacted their desire to buy, and approximately 27 percent indicate the recent slump and actually made them more likely to buy possibly due to reduced prices.

These findings don’t surprise experts like John L. Heithaus, chief marketing officer for MRIS, a real estate information service based in Rockville, Md. “The pride of ownership is a driving principle of the housing market and a constant factor in a consumer’s willingness to purchase,” he says. “In addition, homeownership offers advantages including the potential for tax benefits and appreciation, and it serves as a cornerstone of a family estate plan.”

Another important factor is greater affordability due to decreased prices and low interest rates.

“Americans have always considered a home as their primary investment vehicle, and that perception is unlikely to change in this cycle,” says Edward Mermelstein, a real estate attorney in New York. “Stocks and other investments tend to be much more speculative in nature, and therefore not as attractive for the common investor who is looking for not just a return on investment but also the opportunity to use it.”

The dream of owning a home isn’t likely to dissipate anytime soon, adds Dr. Donald Lynch, a psychology professor at Unity College of Maine.

“Americans’ desire to own their own home is deeply ingrained into the psyche of workers in a free enterprise system,” he says.

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Why the interest?

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BY ERIK MARTIN CTW FEATURES

In effect since 1913 and long considered an untouchable provision of the tax code, the mortgage interest deduction as we know it may not be around to celebrate its 100th birthday.

The National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform is recommending that the mortgage interest deduction no longer be an itemized deduction; instead, it would be transformed into a non-refundable tax credit equivalent to 12 percent of interest paid on mortgages up to $500,000.

What this would mean for taxpaying homeowners is up for debate.

According to the National Association of Realtors, progress has been made recently in bringing stability to the housing market, and any MID revisions now or in the future could seriously diminish home prices.

“Sixty-five percent of families who claim the mortgage interest deduction earn less than $100,000 per year, and 91 percent who claim the benefit earn less than $200,000 per year, says Ron Phipps, president of the National Association of Realtors.

“In addition, homeowners already pay 80 to 90 percent of U.S. federal income tax, and this share could rise to 95 percent if the mortgage interest deduction is eliminated,” Phipps adds.

“Any changes to it now or in the future could critically erode home prices and the value of homes by as much as 15 percent, destroying middle-class wealth accumulation and $2.5 trillion in home values nationwide.”

John McGary, a CPA and partner with Marcum LLP, a New York-based accounting firm, says eliminating the MID would be devastating to the real estate industry, leading to more defaults and foreclosures and negatively impacting the nation’s economic recovery. McGary says when homebuyers decide on the mortgage they can afford, they often factor in the savings from the tax deductions for mortgage interest and real estate taxes. If they lose the MID, many of these borrowers may not be able to afford their mortgages.

Consider that approximately 75 per-

cent of the more than $85 billion that taxpayers saved via the MID in 2008 went to couples or individuals earning at least $100,000, based on data from the congressional Joint Commission on Taxation. It’s numbers like this that draw criticism to the mortgage interest deduction as primarily benefiting wealthier versus low- and moderate-income homeowners The leaders of the deficit-reduction commission, however, indicate that only approximately 50 percent of all American homeowners benefit from the mortgage interest deduction.

Studies in recent years by researchers at the University of WisconsinMadison show that converting the MID into a credit would raise rates of homeownership by 3 percent and actually be a boon to Americans who currently don’t benefit from the MID. Deduction opponents claim it artificially boosts housing prices, raises unemployment by increasing labor immobility, encourages overconsumption of bigger, costlier homes and discriminates against minorities.

While eliminating the MID would essentially raise taxes for those who currently itemize their deductions and claim mortgage interest as deductible, the impact would be more significant for homeowners with jumbo, subprime or adjustable rate loans, says Max Dufour, principal at SunGard Consulting Services in Boston. This is because these borrowers, who have a higher interest rate, can deduct more in interest from their taxes than those with a lower rate.

Because doing away with the mortgage interest deduction altogether would likely increase the total cost of homeownership, however, it’s unlikely that a change would be enacted before a full economic recovery is achieved and prior to the real estate and mortgage markets stabilizing.

Any possible congressional reform, predicts Dennis J. Ventry Jr., a law professor at the University of California-Davis, would have to grandfather in existing homeowners for some period of time and then be phased in over a series of years to blunt adverse economic consequences. © CTW Features

Financial crisis is over, but where’s the fix?

BY FLOYD NORRIS NEW YORK TIMES

WASHINGTON — When the financial system began to crumble more than three years ago, the world rushed to rescue it. Country after country went deeply into debt to keep banks afloat and prevent a deep recession from turning into something worse.

It worked. This week was the second anniversary of the nadir of the crisis.

Most stock markets around the world are at least 75 percent higher than

they were then. Financial stocks, which led the markets down, have also led them up.

At the time, rescuing seemed more important than reforming. The world economy was breaking down because of a lack of financing. Trade flows collapsed, and companies and individuals stopped spending. It seemed clear that halting the slide was critical.

But the world has changed since then. The economic recovery in most see next page

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developed countries is stuttering at best, and governments are struggling with their own finances. It is time for remorse and second-guessing.

A surprising citadel of that second-guessing is at the International Monetary Fund, where researchers this week concluded that the rescues “only treated the symptoms of the global financial meltdown.”

The researchers, Stijn Claessens and Ceyla Pazarbasioglu, warned that “a rare opportunity is being thrown away to tackle the underlying causes. Without restructuring financial institutions’ balance sheets and their operations, as well as their assets — loans to over-indebted households and enterprises — the economic recovery will suffer, and the seeds will be sown for the next crisis.”

There have been reforms, of course. The DoddFrank law in the United States is now being put into effect, albeit by regulators that the new Republican

majority in the House of Representatives seems determined to starve of resources to do the job.

Banking regulators around the globe have agreed that much more capital is needed by banks, but stricter requirements are coming very slowly out of fear that abrupt changes will reduce bank lending when it is needed the most.

More capital is clearly needed, but it may not be nearly enough. “If we ask them for more capital, and they are too big to fail, they can take even more risk” after they raise additional capital, Y. Venugopal Reddy, a former governor of India’s central bank, argued at an economic conference sponsored by the I.M.F. this week. He added that he was worried about institutions that were “too powerful to regulate.”

One of the questions economists were asked to address at the conference was, Does the financial system have social value?

A few years ago, that question would not have been asked at the International Monetary Fund.

If it had been, the responses would have been as unanimous as might be expected if a gathering at the Vatican were to consider whether religion was a good thing.

Now, there is no such unanimity. It is clear that there are functions of the financial system that must be performed, among them the allocation of capital and the setting of prices. But there is at least a suspicion that a significant part of modern finance has no real value for anyone except the participants.

Adair Turner, the chairman of Britain’s Financial Services Authority, spoke with wonderment of the huge volume of stock trades now made by computers using algorithms to rapidly trade in and out. Some traders, he said, were using what they called “predatory algorithms,” whose sole purpose is to exploit a weakness in some other trader’s algorithm and get it to make an unprofitable trade.

“It is quite difficult to work out the social benefit of that,” he said.

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