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LACONIA — Local people who would like to provide input into updating the state’s outdoor recreation plan are being invited to share their thoughts in a community conversation Thursday, Oct. 6 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Laconia Senior Center. The meeting will take up issues relating to local and state outdoor recreation and the input will be used to develop priorities for the statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan currently being revised by the state Office of Energy and Planning (OEP) and the state Department of Resources and Economic Development (DRED). “It’s a wonderful opportunity for people see NH rEC page 9 We Sell

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A special effort was made this year to involve Laconia High School alumni in the annual homecoming festivities and a good number of former “Sachems” and even some “Magicians” returned to the Union Avenue campus on Friday afternoon to participate in the traditional parade to the downtown area and back. This vintage motor car, driven by David Huckins, carried two couples, the Sanborns and the Paquettes — who graduated in the 1940s. (Karen Bobotas/for The Laconia Daily Sun)

Blount quits after just 1 year at Shaker helm Brief announcement states superintendent developed ‘irreconcilable differences’ with school board By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

BELMONT — The Shaker Regional School District, in a terse statement issued by its attorney, announced yesterday that after just a year on the job, Mark A. Blount has resigned as superintendent “due to irreconcilable differences (with the board) in the educational philosophy being applied in the district”. Pret Tuthill, chairman of the school

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board, declined to comment on Blount’s resignation. He said that in accord with the district’s policy, Emily Spear, principal of the Belmont Elementary School, would serve as acting superintendent with assistance from Russ Holden, principal of Belmont High School. Tuthill said that the school board is next scheduled to meet on Thursday, Oct. 13, but anticipated that a meeting will be convened earlier to consider interim arrangements

and form a search committee. Recalling that the board replaced a superintendent a year-and-a-half ago, he said the board was familiar with the process and would act “in a timely manner.” “We need a superintendent and we need for our principals to be principals,” Tuthill remarked. He indicated that one option would for the board to engage an interim superintendent see sHaKEr page 10

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Calif. man found alive by his kids, 6 days after car wreck

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (AP) — David Lavau’s children drove slowly along the perilously curved mountain road, stopping to peer over the treacherous drop-offs and call out for their father, missing for six days. Then, finally, a faint cry: “Help, help.” The voice from the wilderness not only let Lavau’s children find him, it may have brought closure to another family and another missing persons case. Close to a week after his car plunged 200 feet into a ravine, Lavau, 68, was rescued Thursday by his three adult children, who took matters into their own hands after a detective told them his last cellphone signal came from a rugged section of the Angeles National Forest. And near him they found a body in another car that belonged to an 88-year-old man reported missing 10 days earlier. As Lavau lay injured in the woods next to his wrecked car, he survived by eating bugs and leaves and drinking see DAD page 8

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U.S. incomes fall for first time in nearly 2 years WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans earned less in August than in July, the first decline in nearly two years. With less income, consumers could cut back on spending and weaken an already-fragile economy. Their lower pay explains why consumers increased spending at a slower pace in August. And most of the increase went to pay higher prices for food and gas. When adjusted for inflation, spending was flat. Many people tapped their savings to

cover the steeper costs. The savings rate fell to its lowest level since December 2009. The decline in income offered “more evidence that households are in quite a bind,” said Paul Dales, senior U.S. economist at Capital Economics. Consumer spending rose 0.2 percent in August, after growing 0.7 percent in July, the Commerce Department said Friday. Incomes fell 0.1 percent, which was the first decline since October 2009.

The data also contributed to a rough day of Wall Street. The Dow Jones industrial average tumbled to close 240 points down. Broader indexes also fell. When people have less income, they spend less and that slows growth. Consumers spending accounts for 70 percent of economic activity. The economy grew just 0.9 percent in the first half of the year, the worst six-month see INCOMES page 12

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Energy Department on Friday approved four more solar energy loan guarantees worth nearly $5 billion, hours before a controversial loan program was set to expire. Meanwhile, the Justice Department moved to take away control of a failed solar panel maker from its management and transfer it to a court-appointed trustee. Energy Secretary Steven Chu said the department completed deals on four projects, including two that were sold late this

week by Arizona-based First Solar Inc., a major solar manufacturer that had been seeking three federal loan guarantees for projects in California. The sales were announced Friday along with the loan guarantees. The loans were approved under the same program that paid for a $528 million loan to Solyndra LLC, a now-bankrupt solar panel maker that has become a symbol for critics of the Obama administration’s green energy program.

Two other solar loan guarantees worth about $1.1 billion were announced earlier this week, as the Obama administration pushed forward with the loan program despite pleas from GOP critics to halt it to avoid another Solyndra-like debacle. Even as the loan program continued, the Justice Department took steps Friday to take away control of Solyndra from its management and transfer it to a courtappointed trustee. see SOLAR page 6

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With new law in place, Hispanic students vanish from Alabama schools BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Hispanic students have started vanishing from Alabama public schools in the wake of a court ruling that upheld the state’s tough new law cracking down on illegal immigration. Education officials say scores of immigrant families have withdrawn their chil-

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67-year-old dies just 20 miles short of his 3rd hiking of Appalachian Trail PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A 67-year-old hiker whose trail name was “Buffalo Bobby” suffered a fatal medical problem Thursday along the Appalachian Trail just 20 miles before he would have finished the 2,180-mile trail for the third time. Robert Yerike, a free-spirited retired truck driver from Brick, N.J., had called his son, also named Robert, the day before. He was feeling good, eating a hamburger, had gone for a swim and wanted to make sure someone turned the water on in his house. He’d be home Sunday. The Maine Warden Service told Yerike’s grown children that he apparently had a stroke along the trail Thursday, the children told The Associated Press. Another hiker, who found him unresponsive and see HIKER page 11

Rival biker arrested for killing Hells Angels boss in Nevada bar

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Police from Nevada are in San Francisco to lay the groundwork for the extradition of a man accused of killing a Hells Angels boss at a Nevada casino. Authorities say Ernesto Manuel Gonzalez was taken into custody Thursday on the University of California, San Francisco campus. The 53-year-old alleged member of the Vagos motorcycle gang is accused of killing the president of the San Jose Hells Angels in a shootout at a Sparks, Nev., casino. Sparks detectives say Gonzalez must appear in court in San Francisco on a fugitive-from-justice charge before formal extradition procedures can begin. They don’t know when that will happen or if Gonzalez will fight it. Sparks Police Sgt. Greta Woyciehowsky (weyeCHOW-skee) says authorities haven’t ruled out more arrests. She says they’re still interviewing witnesses but acknowledged some are reluctant to talk.

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December N.H. Primary date now possible CONCORD (AP) — New Hampshire Secretary of State William Gardner scheduled an early filing period for the state’s presidential primary on Friday, saying a December election date may be necessary to preserve the state’s first-in-the-nation tradition. Gardner set the Oct. 17-28 filing period in response to Florida’s decision to schedule its primary for Jan. 31. Gardner won’t schedule the actual election date until later, but said an October filing period would allow the primary to be scheduled this year if necessary. “Because we cannot rule out the possibility of conducting the primary before the end of this year, we are, regrettably, as we were four years ago, forced to move the presidential candidates filing period to October,” said Gardner, who has the sole power to set New Hampshire’s primary date. New Hampshire state law requires the primary to be held seven days or more before any similar contest. During the last presidential campaign, Gardner waited until Nov. 21 to set the Jan. 8 date, the earliest date ever. In South Carolina, power rests with Republican

Party Chairman Chad Connelly, who said Thursday he probably would schedule his state’s contest on Jan. 28. That could set up a calendar that puts the Iowa caucuses on Jan. 8, followed by New Hampshire on Jan. 17 and the Nevada caucuses on Jan. 21, but only if Gardner determines the Nevada caucuses are not a “similar contest.” Gardner and other defenders of New Hampshire say the country — and the candidates — are wellserved because the primary requires close contact with voters, not just name-recognition or advertising cash. Gardner also insists that New Hampshire has a uniquely probing and democratic political culture, of which the primary, dating to 1916, is part. Though the New Hampshire primary has long been the nation’s first, no one outside the state paid much attention until 1952 when ballots started listing candidates rather than convention delegates. In his press release announcing the filing period, Gardner pointed out that it was Florida back in 1972 that helped end New Hampshire’s more than 50-year-old see PRIMARY page 10

DURHAM (AP) — The University of New Hampshire’s short-lived decision to ban the sale of nonalcoholic energy drinks has created more buzz than the caffeinated beverages themselves. Within four days of announcing it would ban the sale of Red Bull and three other drinks, the university first delayed and then abandoned the plan altogether. The backtracking highlights both the drinks’ popularity among young adults who use it for both study and play, and the extent to which college administrations have become entangled with the beverages’ promotion. UNH initially said it would stop selling the drinks beginning in January, apparently a first. The university said the ban would further President Mark Huddleston’s goal of making the campus the nation’s healthiest by 2020 and cited the dangers of mixing the drinks with alcohol.

But Huddleston issued a statement Thursday saying that there was no clear evidence that the drinks are exacerbating alcohol abuse and that sales data showed students aren’t purchasing multiple servings, which might have suggested binge drinking. “I do not now see a clear rationale for eliminating an option that our students say they want,” he said. Students weren’t happy about the idea of a ban and said it would have done little to curb alcohol problems, since students buy the energy drinks off campus. Sophomore Corrin Murphy sent her roommate a text message Monday as soon she heard about the ban. On Tuesday, her epidemiology class discussed whether students would seek out prescription drugs if they could no longer buy energy drinks. And it was the first thing her friends brought up Wednesday morning, when she sat down in the student union see UNH page 12

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Congressman Frank Guinta

Making Washington live within its means Let me ask you a simple question: why should the federal government enjoy a special privilege that the people it serves don’t have? That sounds terribly unfair. And it is. Because in this country, government is meant to be the servant of the people. Yet in one important area, your government enjoys a distinct advantage that you and I don’t. Washington can spend as much money as it wants. Most Granite State families must live on the money they earn each month. You bring in a certain amount, and that is how much you can spend. True, you can purchase things with your credit card or take out a loan from a bank. But that can only work for a limited time; after that, bankruptcy. This basic economic principle also applies to small businesses, plus local and state governments. So why is Uncle Sam given a free pass? Because Congress sets its own limit on how much money it can spend. And when that limit is hit, it’s raised. That has led to almost endless checkwriting in Washington. Regardless which party was in power or who was president, the red ink flowed like the Merrimack River at flood stage. Year after year, decade after decade the money kept rolling. But there is good news. Things don’t have to continue this way any longer. Congress allowed this problem to happen by losing fiscal selfcontrol, and Congress can fix it. We can add a Balanced Budget Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. In fact, the House of Representatives is expected to consider it in the coming weeks. I am firmly in favor of requiring Congress to live within its means, just like your family and business do. We came very close to getting a Balanced Budget Amendment once before. The House approved it back in 1995, but it fell one vote shy of passing in the Senate. And look at what has happened in the 16 years since. Spending keeps going up, the deficit gets deeper and the debt grows. The current economic climate is

a sobering wake-up call for many Americans. They finally understand the federal government can’t go on spending like there’s no tomorrow, that things must change, and Washington must start doing what the majority of states (including New Hampshire) already do: spend no more than the revenue they bring in. That’s the way you manage your personal money; that’s the way our federal government should manage its finances, too. There’s another benefit as well. Adding a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution would return a large measure of fiscal stability and predictability to Washington. That, in turn, would infuse job creators with the confidence they now lack and embolden them to expand their businesses and hire new employees. At the moment, they don’t know which way the fiscal wind will blow next, so they’re sitting on their money and not using it to grow payrolls. That’s one reason why the unemployment rate remains painfully high. Finally, there’s this: restricting government so it must operate within its means is a sign of responsibility. It shows we have self-discipline and that we, the people, are in fact the master of our government, and not the other way around. As I have said so many times before, the failure is to do nothing. The failure is to stay on the path that has produced a mountain of debt, a big government that is full of itself and believes that it knows best. The failure is to rob job creators of an economic environment that will permit them to hang the “Help Wanted” sign and put more people back to work. If we don’t pass a Balanced Budget Amendment this time, we likely won’t have the luxury of waiting another 16 years for our next chance. Let’s seize this opportunity and do the right thing. (Manchester Republican Frank Guinta represents New Hampshire’s First Congressional District in Washington.)

The right to chose life for your child is legal in this country, too To the editor, Mr. Bob Meade made an excellent point in his letter printed in the Friday edition of The Sun. Roe v. Wade does give a woman the right to choose abortion, the right to kill an unborn child. At the same time, we have the constitutional right to life as our most essential right, hence a contradiction of immense importance. To those of us alive and thinking, we can thank our moms that they chose

life for us. Unfortunately there is no recourse left for those children that were killed in abortions; they don’t get to choose or even to get their constitutional right to life. Thanks to you moms who have chosen life for your children. The right to choose life for your child is legal too. Choose life. Life is precious! Harry Mitchell Laconia

LETTERS We should reduce size of N.H. Legislature & pay our reps more To the editor, While I hardly ever agree with Representative Bob Kingsbury (R-Laconia), I do agree with him about paying jurors a fair per diem allowance for their services. Like voting, paying taxes, and military service, jury duty is a civic duty but jurors still have to make a living. A company may have to give time off for citizens to perform jury duty but it does not have to pay them. Fairly compensating jury members would result in a more representative “peer jury.” I would like, however, to take Mr. Kingsbury’s proposal a step further and suggest we pay a fair salary to members of the New Hampshire State Legislature. Our legislators have not received a raise since the late 1800s. The General Court is supposed to be a “part-time” legislature but it’s really not. While employers do give citizens leaves of absence to serve, they do not necessarily pay them. As a result, it is often only the independently wealthy, the retired, the self-employed, or those who have the support of a spouse or parent who can reasonably afford to serve. Paying legislators would make the body more “representative” because more working, middle-class taxpayers would be able to run for office. Of course, this would cost money. One way to reduce the cost would be to reduce the number of legislators while still remaining representative.

After all, paying the members of the legislature would result in better “representation” which would cancel out the effects of any reduction in the actual number of representatives. Another possible way to cancel out any loss in representatives would be to allow citizens to put referenda and proposals on the ballot, a sort of “direct democracy” that would bypass the need for legislative action. This is done in many other states. Right now, New Hampshire, a relatively small state, has the fourth largest legislative body in the English-speaking world and by far the largest state legislature in the U.S.A. Perhaps we could have a unicameral or one-house legislature as is the case in Nebraska. Or, we could at least have a fairer ratio of state senators to representatives. Many political scientists consider 2:1 a good ratio. But currently in New Hampshire, 24 senators can override the decisions of 424 representatives. This is not truly “representative” government. We should reduce the size of N.H.’s legislature, instituting either a unicameral system or a bicameral body where there is a fairer ratio of senators to representatives. We should pay the legislators and institute ballot proposals and initiatives. E. Scott Cracraft Gilford

I fear Rep. Kingsbury has nothing at all to offer ed task force To the editor, I am writing in response to Rep. Robert Kingsbury’s open letter to the Task Force for an Adequate Education, written on the eve of his first meeting with the committee as a newly appointed member. Representative Kingsley’s view and understanding of education is astoundingly shortsighted and ignorant if what he had to say is all he has to offer. If it was his intention to inform your readers and the Committee that he places the responsibility of all of society’s failings on our educational system, he has made his point. I ask, therefore, does he not believe that parents (and family) are the first, last and most influential teachers of their children in the very matters he sug-

right and wrong; respect for others; and the development of successful loving relationships (marriage)? As a retired high school guidance counselor I can assure Representative Kingsley that there are far more educational opportunities available for high school graduates today than ever before and a much larger percentage of young people are taking advantage of those opportunities. It is a shame that his education was evidently limited to his fleeting school days of many years ago. I sincerely hope others on the Task Force have much to contribute to their colleagues deliberations as I fear Representative Kingsley has nothing to offer them at all. Edward Touhey Meredith

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Jobs come from a health economy that’s not crushed by debt To the editor, The United States is in no position to be snooty about jobs. Any job is better than no job. That said, it is true that some jobs are dangerous, distressing, or fail to put workers above the poverty threshold. Job content may fall into the nice as opposed to necessary category of discussion but earning enough to not have to send your kids to bed hungry is necessary. On September 13 the Census Bureau announced that in 2010 the poverty rate was 15.1-percent, up from 14.2-percent in 2009. Currently America’s poverty rate is the highest it has been since records have been kept. Jobs have been a high profile topic on the campaign trail. In the spotlight is Texas governor, Rick Perry bragging that since June 2009 Texas has created more than 40-percent of America’s net new jobs. The number is real, but critics argue that many of the jobs are minimum-wage jobs. Only about 9.5-percent of hourly-paid workers in Texas earn the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour or less. Median incomes in Texas are below the national average, and it has one of America’s highest poverty rates. Looking a little deeper we find that most of the jobs created in Texas during the past two years have been pretty good. Breaking the numbers down by sector shows Texas added 296,800 jobs between June 2009 and June 2011. Just under a third of the jobs were in education and health care, and about a quarter were in professional services. Natural resources and mining added 45,000 jobs. Government hiring, including military growth, brought in 44,500 jobs. Leisure and hospitality, where minimumwage positions are most common, added 28,900 positions or about 10-percent of the total. These numbers complicate Mr. Perry’s claim that he created jobs as population growth was probably a bigger driver. Between 2000 and 2010 Texas added over 4,000,000 people, which

meant it needed more teachers and so on. Boosters argue that the reason the population grew so much was because people heard about all the jobs but the idea that Texas is creating only bad jobs is a not correct. The quality of job argument raises some interesting issues. Job quality is relative. An $8 per hour job along the border with Mexico, which is one of the poorest parts of America, is better than it would be in affluent Austin. Job-creation efforts may also be part of broader schemes. Last year the comptroller’s office reported that Texas had awarded $733-million in property-tax credits to renewable-energy projects, mostly wind farms, since 2001. As these projects directly created about 500 jobs, the cost to the state per job was about $1.5-million. But in Texas the point of the tax break was also to develop sustainable industries in rural areas and it was successful. Texas now leads the nation in wind power generation, and those turbines are hard to move. A state’s ability to create good jobs is contingent on its ability to create jobs at all. States can help themselves to some extent. But a state’s powers are not limitless. Without the taxes paid by people in the more humdrum sorts of employment, helping to fund research and start-ups is harder. The unemployment rate is 9.1-percent currently. For young people, the figure is twice that. American politicians must focus on the economy. Jobs come from a healthy economy. A healthy economy is not crushed by debt. If we do not get the economy onto the right track there will be no job growth. Cutting taxes and spending more than we take in at the same time is brain dead policy. The first rule of holes is: When you are in one stop digging. Have the last three years taught us nothing? It is time to hold our elected officials accountable. Vote early, vote often. Marc Abear Meredith

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Time for officials to grow backbone & charge Obma with treason To the editor, Why is it our elected representatives in Congress do not have the backbone to bring Mr. Obama up on charges of treason! If they let this traitor off they are just as guilty as he is. They swore to uphold and defend the U.S. Constitution, so what are they waiting for? It’s time for our elected officials to grow a backbone and stand

I hope you will join me in calling, writing or e-mailing you Congressperson and ask them to do what is right for America, and ask for a Commission of Treason against Mr. Obama under Article III section 3 of the U.S. Constitution. One person can make a difference. Wake up America! Rep. Harry Accornero Laconia

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To the editor, “Small Government” Eric Shirley has been aroused from his slumbers. He must be Rip Van Winkle because he slept thru a tsunami of “not so small” governance. When Bush attacked Iraq — which had nothing to do with 9-11 — and put it on a credit card, Eric was slumbering away. When Bush cut taxes during a war — which no president has ever done because its suicidal — Eric was in a deep sleep. When Bush signed the unfunded Medicare Prescription Act in 2003, Eric was snoozing away. When the body count hit 4000 in the unfunded trillion dollar war in Iraq, Eric Shirley did not wake up. When 700,000 jobs a month were disappearing due to reckless supply siders and unregulated crooks, Eric was counting sheep. When the economy crashed due to the right’s worship of the religion of Hayek’s free market, Eric was sawing logs. When Enron and others imploded due to “less government”, wiping out billions in people’s life savings, Eric was riding a Pink Unicorn. He begins his rebuttal by misrepresenting what I wrote. He writes that I said, “These people would let immigrant children die in the streets before they could get an education or medical care” but omits the text previous to that sentence which states, “Immigration is a very difficult issue because it deals with real people with real dreams; American dreams, not numbers on a piece of paper as a heartless GOP crowd might think. Reagan, Bush I and Bush II all believed in immigration reform that the far right hated. John McCain pathetically changed his position just to get the nomination in 2008. Now Mr. Perry from Texas gets booed by right wing extremists because he won’t punish children for their parents ‘crime’ of looking for a better life in America.”. “These people” are those right wing extremists in the crowd and anyone that sides with them about Perry’s view. Eric has also taken some other liberties. My use of ‘Tea Party” is quite rare compared to uses of “right wing” or the right. A couple letter’s don’t even mention the “tea party” and sometimes it’s once. But I use “right wing” much more because I am addressing right wingers who know who they are. While the Tea Party is conservative its not 100-percent nut jobs. However, the Tea Party leadership is extreme; right off the cliff. I assume Eric supports the Tea Party because of his desire for “small government”. How’d that small government work out for you when Reagan tripled the debt and raised the debt ceiling 17 times? When Bush II blew a surplus, raised the debt ceiling numerous times, and put everything

on the credit card? Conservatives are all talk and no action. Like conservative tax-talk, small government talk makes my eyes glaze over. Mostly its babble. Unless the person has a stated prescription, the phrase is meaningless. When I say I am for an efficient government, I know what I want. But over and over, the right’s solution is to attack the social safety net. Under the guise of small government, religious nuts try to cut funding for Planned Parenthood which are pennies compared to the billions in subsidies given to industrial giants yet the subsidies stay — in right wing world. Its not about the money; its about a social agenda in the case of programs that help people. Instead of closing tax loopholes for industries that make billions, the right attacks unions which support workers and the middle class. Instead of much needed cuts to the military, the right wants to exterminate Medicare and Social Security to allegedly save money. That is right wing BS. In Wisconsin, Scooter Walker attempted to crush the unions in the guise of austerity while at the same time he gave corporations tax breaks. In Missouri, the GOP legislature is now seeking to repeal tax credits for low income seniors, vets, and the disabled in order to pay for a corporate tax cut. Do you remember Newt Gingrich’s attack on school lunches while he worshipped at the feet of horned goddess of corporatism? Ethics is a foreign language to these dogmatic fools. You’re crying about light bulbs? Light bulbs that save you money and leave a much smaller carbon footprint and cleaner air? Ones you really don’t have to buy because you can buy newly designed and approved halogens. The last time I checked, it is mandated you have a license to drive if you buy a car. You have to register and inspect your car, too. And most states mandate auto insurance. The government also regulates how the wiring is done in your house. The government regulates the purity of drinking water. The government also tells you when your tires don’t have enough tread. These are good ideas and they aren’t new. In 1798, Congress passed the health care law, “An Act for the Relief of Sick and Disabled Seamen” that made every seaman buy health insurance. If they didn’t buy the insurance, they were prohibited from working. Unknown to “me, myself and I” conservatives, stable civilization is a balancing act between individualism and communitarianism. The ‘good of the many’ is part of the equation. If you can’t keep up, move to Amish country. James Veverka Tilton

SOLAR from page 2 In a filing with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware, the Justice Department said it was seeking the appointment of a trustee because top Solyndra executives refused to answer questions about its finances and operations. Solyndra CEO Brian Harrison and financial chief W.G. Stover refused to testify before Congress last week, citing their Fifth Amendment protec-

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Since WWII, government has been making U.S. ﬁrms less competitive To the editor, Three weeks ago, President Obama told Congress and the American people it was essential to “pass this jobs plan right away“. Since then he has crisscrossed the country promoting his plan and suggesting that Republicans don’t want to create American jobs. That is a lie. Out of about 250 Congressional Democrats only Senator Reid has sponsored the president’s jobs bill, no Congressman has sponsored it. After publicly calling for a quick vote on the jobs bill, Senator Reid has quietly delayed the vote. Apparently many Democrats oppose the president’s bill. The president’s jobs bill is just more of the same. President Obama says he needs money for infrastructure repairs, but the $870-billion stimulus package was supposed to do these. Do you have any idea what can be done with $870-billion? At about $1,000,000 per mile you could repair almost one million miles of American roads (almost all the paved roads in the country!). Using wikipedia numbers, you could build the whole interstate highway system, TWICE! Or, you could repair every structurally deficient bridge ($50B) plus address other serious bridge concerns ($91B) plus repair over 600,000 miles of American roads. If President Obama won’t address the critical infrastructure problems with $870-billion, why believe he will do it with $455 billion more? Apparently much of the $870-billion went elsewhere (some TBD). Some encouraged bloated state spending, creating over-spending problems like we had in New Hampshire. Some went to protect the investments of Obama supporters in companies like Solyndra that can’t prosper without subsidies. Several similar “investments” have just been rushed through under the deadline, I wonder how many more rich people these will subsidize at taxpayer expense? The

important question is what did we get for $870-billion? There appears to be little of lasting value, but the $870B debt is forever. Unless American companies can offer better, cheaper, or otherwise more desirable goods or services, they lose business to foreign competitors. The more business we lose to foreign competitors, the more good paying American jobs go away. Unfortunately, since WWII, the American government has been creating conditions that make American companies less competitive, causing the loss of millions of good American jobs. These conditions include taxation, regulation, regulatory delays, labor requirements, litigation exposures, etc. President Obama has not only aggressively increased the burden of these on American business, but he has created great uncertainty about the impact of future changes. For example, what business can hire when the cost of Obamacare regulations, which are still being written, are unpredictable? (Maybe $500, $5000, $15,000 or more per employee?) And, with trillion dollar deficits, the amount of money available for seed capital is limited, this stymies Americas biggest job creators, small businesses. If President Obama really wanted to create jobs, his jobs bill would address the things that actually kill jobs: oppressive regulations, high taxation, uncertainty, and enormous deficits that soak up investment money. We should reduce our corporate tax rate, which is one of the highest in the world. (Even eliminating all corporate taxes — $300B — this year would cost less than the President’s jobs bill — $455B.) Perhaps more importantly, we must reduce the stranglehold that the EPA, OSHA, NLRB, DoE, DoA, and a myriad of other agencies have on see next page

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ment, the differences among the selectmen will not compromise their ability to address issues, among them the preparation of the 2012 town budget. Bolster said “there is a difference of philosophy,” explaining that he and Carr felt strongly that “somebody who has already shown a longtime interest in the town” should be appointed. He added that, along with his tenure on the Budget Committee, DeCoff was a volunteer firefighter and employee of the Highway Department. “We believed he earned his right to be appointed.” Bolster noted that state law provides for deciding municipal elections that end in a tie after a recount by the flip of a coin, but said “a coin toss has never come up.” — Michael Kitch

DAD from page 2 creek water, a doctor said. One of the first things he requested after his rescue: a chocolate malt, his daughter Chardonnay Lavau said on NBC’s “Today” show. Lavau was in serious but stable condition Friday at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital with three rib fractures, a dislocated shoulder, a broken arm and fractures in his back, said emergency room physician Dr. Garrett Sutter. He was expected to be released in three to four days after surgery on his shoulder. Dr. Ranbir Singh, the hospital’s trauma director, said Lavau told him he was driving home about 7 p.m. when he was temporarily blinded by the headlights of an oncoming car. He braked, but failed to gain traction. The car flipped and plunged down the embankment. It was not clear why Lavau was in the area. Lavau said he was unsure if he collided with the car. However, a second car containing a male body was found next to Lavau’s vehicle. That car, a Toyota Camry, was identified as belong-

ing to 88-year-old Melvin Gelfand, whose family had reported him missing on Sept. 14, said Los Angeles police Detective Marla Ciuffetelli of the missing persons unit. The body found in the car could not be visually identified due to decomposition, but Gelfand’s sonin-law Will Matlack said the family had been contacted by the coroner’s office, which was trying to match fingerprints or dental records to make a positive identification. “The coroner said it’s 99 percent a sure thing,” Matlack said. Lavau spent the night in his wrecked car and crawled out in daylight. He found a stream nearby and ate ants, the doctor said. He also found a flare in the other car and tried to light it, but it was expired. He also couldn’t find his cellphone. Lavau could hear cars and see their lights on the road above and was hopeful he’d be discovered, but as time passed, he grew more uncertain. “He mentally said goodbye to his family. He wasn’t sure anyone would be able to find him,” Singh said.

from preceding page American businesses. Regulations cost more than $1.7-trillion annually, making American businesses less competitive and driving jobs overseas. Rather than borrowing more money for the president’s plan, real spending cuts would help free up seed money for job creating investments. A real jobs plan would create an environment that encourages investment in America, but the president’s job plan doesn’t do this. The president’s plan empowers the administration to pick winners and losers, which government does poorly, and to dispense money to political supporters. The president apparently believes he can convince the gullible, the

economically ignorant, the envious, and of course the beneficiaries that his plan, despite previous experience, would be beneficial. The president’s plan will just waste more taxpayer money, destroy more jobs, weaken our country, and make the lives of current and future Americans poorer and more difficult. The president’s plan deserves the poor reception it is getting from many Congressional Democrats. Many Democrats, Republicans and Independents recognize this plan for what it is, a desperate attempt by a failing President to save the only job that matters to him, his own job. Don Ewing Meredith

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The ﬁve municipalities on Winnipesaukee will pay 72% of Belknap County property tax bill for 2011 BY MICHAEL KITCH THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Although the city’s share of the Belknap County property tax commitment rose slightly in 2011, it has shrunk during the past five years as the apportionment among the 10 townships has grown. For the second year, the amount the county raised in property taxes decreased, from $14,333,387 in 2010 to $14,072,183 in 2011, a drop of 1.8-percent. The amount raised by property taxes is the least since 2007 when the county raised $13,213,499. The tax commitment is apportioned among the 11 municipalities according to their share of the aggregate equalized property valuation of the county. The changes from one year to the next are very slight. In 2007, Laconia contributed 20.1-percent, which had fallen to 19.1-percent by 2010 before inching up to 19.4-percent in 2011, when the city will pay $2,737,029, slightly less than last year.

Meanwhile, the apportionment of both Alton and Gilford, two of the four towns bordering Lake Winnipesaukee, has risen since 2007. Gilford’s share has increased from 15.5-percent in 2007 to 16.6-percent in 2011, which represents $2,337.226 while the apportionment to Alton, has grown from 14.4-percent to 14.8-percent, which in 2011 amounts to $2,087,406. The shares of Meredith and Center Harbor, the other waterfront towns in the county, have remained relatively constant. Meredith’s apportionment has been as high as 17.7-percent in 2008 and as low as 17-percent in 2010 and in 2011 is 17.2-percent, still the largest of any town with a payment of $2.424,341. Center Harbor accounted for 4-percent of the county tax commitment in 2007 and 3.9-percent in 2011. Altogether the share of the four towns fronting the lake — excluding Laconia — represents 52.6-percent of the county tax commitment compared to 51.3-percent five years ago.

Man accused rape in Gilford held on $100k cash bail LACONIA — A local man charged by Gilford authorities with aggravated felonious sexual assault (a class A felony) remains in Belknap County Jail in lieu of $100,000 cash bail following his arraignment in the 4th Circuit Court Laconia Division yesterday. Michael W. Hilson, 43, of 665 Union Avenue, Unit 4 waived a reading of the complaint and did not object to the order and conditions of bail. Hilson, who is on probation for an undisclosed prior offense, is also subject to a detainer, which would allow for

his probation to be revoked and his incarceration to continued should he post bail. Apart from the formal complaint and bail order documents in the case have been sealed from public view on the order of the court. Shortly after 3 a.m. on Wednesday the 35 year-old victim, identified only by initials, reported to police that Hilson had forcibly engaged in sexual intercourse in a Gilford residence. After an investigation, Hilson was arrested the next day.

NH REC from page one in the Lakes Region to offer their thoughts on state and local parks, beaches, recreational trails and forests and how they fit into the plan,” said Alan Robichaud of Lakes Region Listens, a local affiliate of NH Listens, which is conducting a series of statewide conversations on the plan under a contract with DRED. Robichaud says that doors to the Laconia meeting will open at 5 p.m. and that a small group discussion format will be utilized with a light dinner provided for those taking part. About 140 people have already signed up for seven meetings statewide, six of which will be held Wednesday night, according to Michele Holt-Shannon of the Carsey Institute at UNH. NH Listens is a civic engagement initiative of the Carsey Institute and works to strengthen communities by helping citizens to participate directly in discussions about policies that affect their daily lives. Holt-Shannon said that there will be additional

future sessions scheduled with interested recreational groups around the state for additional input on the plan, which won’t be finalized until 2013. “NH Listens is very excited to be using a conversation process statewide to gather citizen thoughts on outdoor recreation and we would especially like to hear from those with limited use of outdoor recreation resources for reasons of access, age, income, or knowledge,” said Bruce Mallory, director of NH Listens and interim director of the Carsey Institute. “DRED is pleased to partner with NH Listens and OEP on this project and we look forward to hearing from our citizens on outdoor recreation” said Diane Holmes, community recreation specialist at DRED. Other community conversations are scheduled in Berlin, Conway, Portsmouth, Lebanon, Manchester, and Keene Wednesday, Oct. 5, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Mallory said that New Hampshire residents can register to attend any of these sessions online at www.nhlistens.org.

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Vaillancourt’s Celebrate 50th Wedding Anniversary Ray and Loretta (Chapman) Vaillancourt of Gilford, NH were wed on September 30th, 1961. The couple married at Sacred Heart Church in Laconia, NH. The Best Man was Willy Pelletier, and the Maid of Honor was Doris Vaillancourt. Ray retired in 2000 after 30 years of service with Prudential Insurance, and Loretta currently works at Gilford Middle High School in the Food service dept. and has for the last 33 years. To celebrate their anniversary, a surprise party was thrown in their honor, and hosted by their children and their families. The luau themed party was held at Ellacoya State Park, and attended by family members on Aug. 6th, 2011. The couple has four children Victor Vaillancourt (deceased), Tammy Boisselle and her fiancé Romeo Dubreuil, Tina Bennett and her husband David, and Ron Vaillancourt and his significant other Celinda Young. They have five grandchildren: Jon and Jamie Boisselle, Taylor and Connor Bennett, and Andreya Murphy. We all wish them a very Happy 50th Anniversary!

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New community college system chancellor sees education as investment in ‘public good’ BY MICHAEL KITCH THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — “I hope you understand how important what is going on here,” said Bonnie Newman, the newly appointed chancellor of the New Hampshire Community College System who visited Lakes Region Community College last week. “And I don’t mean my visit.” Upon taking up the position last month Newman said her first priority was to call on each of the system’s seven campuses. “Lakes Region was to be first, but it turned out to be last,” she said. “One of my passions in life is education,” said Newman, who served as interim president of the University of New Hampshire, where she was also dean of students and dean of the Whittemore School of Business and Economics, and as executive dean at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. “Education,” she continued, “is the cornerstone of who we are as a civilized people.” Noting that the Legislature trimmed funding for the university system by 48-percent and for the community colleges 20-percent, Newman said “I don’t envy legislators, but I want to remind each and every one of them that decisions have consequences and it will take us generations to recover from some of them. Slash and burn is no way to go.” Newman, who served in the White House and on Capitol Hill during the presidencies of Ronald Reagan George H. W. Bush, also had a sharp reminder for presidential candidates. “It’s about education. I don’t want to hear lip service about job creation. I’m not at all partisan about this, “ she continued, “but I don’t want to see another candidate for president come through New Hampshire and not talk about education.”

Conceding that “I don’t see the political climate changing,” Newman agreed the community colleges “must do more with less.” She suggested that “we have to create a whole new paradigm for a sustaining funding model” by fostering greater participation by the private sector. She Bonnie Newman pointed to the automotive (Michael Kitch photo) program at the Lakes Region campus and the aviation program at Nashua as opportunities for private enterprises to contribute. “Education has become, unfortunately, too expensive,” Newman said. “The obligation of our stewardship is to make sure we are delivering the best education we can at an affordable cost.” Newman offered Michelle LeBlanc, a mother who works three jobs while pursuing a nursing program at Lakes Region Community College, as an example of someone who has improved her fortunes through education. LeBlanc, 41, said that she graduated from the college in 1995 with a business degree only to return to pursue more promising opportunities in the medical field. “It’s about opportunity and a secure economic future,” Newman said. “And it all starts int he classroom.” At the same time, Newman said that LeBlanc, who has borrowed $20,000 for her education, represents the challenges facing many students. “Tuition is too expensive and too many students leave with too much debt.,” she said. Recalling the establishment of land grant colleges and the G.I. Bill, which spawned the

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Gilford selectmen salute Pat McGonagle for lifesaving effort during Timberman Triathlon GILFORD — Firefighter-EMT Pat McGonagle was commended by selectmen Wednesday night for his quick action in coming to the aid of a bicyclist who was stricken with a heart attack during the Timberrman Triathlon in August. McGonagle, a call firefighter, was taking part in Saturday’s sprint event during the Triathlon when he saw a male bicyclist ahead of him start to wobble and then go down. The cyclist landed on the pavement face first, making no effort to break his fall, and McGonagle pulled his bicycle over and rushed to aid the victim, whom he determined was in cardiac arrest and suf-

fering from a secondary head/face injury. McGonangle immediately started CPR and continued until an ambulance arrived. The patient was defribillated twice and a cardiac rhythm was restored. The patient was transported to Lakes Region General Hospital and later taken to a Boston hospital. Selectmen presented McGonagle with a letter of recognition for his efforts, which won praise from other safety personnel who responded to the scene and said his actions helped prevent what could have been a tragic outcome. — Roger Amsden

HIKER from page 3 vomiting, walked two miles to get cell phone service to summon help. Yerike (pronounced YEHR’-ik) then had to be carried two miles out of a rugged area known as the “100-Mile Wilderness” because bad weather made a helicopter rescue impossible. He died later that night at northern Maine’s Millinocket Hospital. Three of his six children drove late Thursday to Maine, where they met with wardens and identified their father. “He looked strong; he didn’t look sick. He looked strong and happy,” said his daughter Julie Cardoso. “There’s no other place that this man would rather be than on the trail.” The official cause of death wasn’t available Friday. The state medical examiner’s office did not perform an autopsy, and a local examiner reached no immediate conclusion, officials said.

Yerike was a former Army paratrooper who took up hiking about eight years ago after retiring from truck driving. He made his first Appalachian Trail “thru-hike,” as such journeys are known, in 2003. He lost more than 40 pounds despite eating as many as six meals a day, and he told The Asbury Park Press that he didn’t plan on becoming one of the rare hikers to complete the trail more than once. But by 2008, he changed his mind and hiked it again. He set off on his third six-month hike again this spring from the traditional starting point on Springer Mountain in Georgia. He set off alone but met up with other hikers along the way. This time, his long trip took him through the torrential rains of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. His family talked to him on the phone and followed news about him on the blog of another hiker with whom he sometimes traveled.

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UNH from page 3 building with a can of Red Bull to get ready for a chemistry quiz. “Every class I’ve been in, everyone’s been in an uproar,” she said. “I haven’t seen anyone who’s for it.” Huddleston’s statements delaying and then reversing the ban made no mention of input from energy drink manufacturers, though Red Bull said it was working with UNH “to find a resolution.” UNH said a total of 60,000 drinks — including the other brands— were sold on campus last year, or one-half of 1 percent of retail sales. Officials would not comment on the university’s ties to Red Bull or further discuss what led to the ban and its reversal, but the company’s promotions have been a big part of students’ activities. The company, with the administration’s blessing, brought a motorcycle show to the university’s spring picnic, had Red Bull skydivers drop into the football stadium at the start of the homecoming game, and gave away a snowboard and lift pass prize package to students. It has similar relationships with hundreds of other colleges and universities. UNH also is one of nearly 700 campuses participating in Red Bull’s “stash” contest, in which students search for four-packs of the drinks around campus in hopes of winning prizes worth a total of $224,000. Last fall, a Red Bull student “brand man-

ager” at UNH organized a skateboarding competition, with a case of Red Bull given to winners in several categories, according to an article in the student newspaper. “We have so many Red Bull-sponsored events,” said Murphy, who keeps a 24-pack of Red Bull in her room and said she frequently sees fliers advertising campus events sponsored by Red Bull. Energy drinks are the fastest growing U.S. beverage market, with sales expected to top $9 billion this year, according to a report published in the medical journal Pediatrics in February. Hard figures are hard to come by, but those sales skew toward younger consumers, said John Sicher, editor and publisher of Beverage Digest. Consumption is heaviest among 18- to 35-year-olds, he said. The user base also has expanded in recent years, moving beyond being popular mixers in bars and clubs to being used as an afternoon pick-meup in the office or by drivers hoping to stay alert on the road, he said. An 8.4 oz. can of Red Bull contains 80 mg of caffeine, comparable to the estimated 65 to 120 mg of caffeine in an 8 oz. cup of drip coffee. Cola soft drinks have about 35 mg per 8 oz. can. Despite the rise in sales, little national research has been done on consumption by college students, said Cecile Marczinski, assistant professor of psychology at Northern Kentucky University. Marczinski led a study published in

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August that surveyed 706 students at her university. The vast majority had tried energy drinks, and more than a third described themselves as current consumers. Among those who drank alcohol regularly, 78 percent said they had tried mixing alcohol with energy drinks. Study participants also were likely to agree with statements such as “alcohol mixed with energy drinks allow you to get drunk faster,” and “I don’t feel as tired when I drink alcohol mixed with energy drinks.” For a study published in July in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, Marczinski and her colleagues found that those who drank alcohol mixed with an energy drink felt more stimulated than those who drank alcohol alone. The energy drinks did not affect their actual level of impairment but did affect their perception of how intoxicated they were. In its initial news release announcing the sales ban, UNH echoed health experts who have raised concerns that the caffeine in energy drinks can mask one’s perception of intoxication if mixed with alcohol. Last year, 20 percent of UNH students who participated in a survey on alcohol and drug use said they had mixed alcohol and energy drinks in the past month, and a student who did so recently ended up in the hospital. Marczinski said she was surprised that UNH had considered a sales ban, which she believes would have been a first for a college or university. Both UNH and Red Bull also said they did

not know of any other colleges that had enacted similar bans. “Most colleges have gone very much in the opposite direction. Most of our vending machines are half energy drinks now,” she said. “The demand is there.” She also questioned whether banning on-campus sales would cut down on students mixing energy drinks with alcohol. Several UNH students said most drinking is done off campus, with energy drinks purchased from local stores and bars. “I’m not buying Red Bull (on campus) to drink with vodka,” said Lea Trush, a junior. “I would not buy $3 Red Bulls at a (campus) store when I could buy a pack of them off campus way cheaper.” In the report published in Pediatrics, a group of doctors from the University of Miami’s medical school warned that nonalcoholic energy drinks are under-studied, overused and potentially dangerous for children and teens. Citing potential harms including heart palpitations, seizures, strokes and even sudden death, the authors said energy drinks should be regulated as stringently as tobacco, alcohol and prescription drugs. Red Bull emphasized that its products and other mainstream energy drinks meet federal safety regulations. “College students consume Red Bull Energy Drink because it works,” the company said. “The benefits of Red Bull tie in naturally with the daily activities of college students as the product delivers energy and the ability to focus.”

INCOMES from page 2 stretch since the recession officially ended more than two years ago. Most economists have been predicting the second half of the year will be slightly better, in part because gas prices have come down since peaking this spring. Dales estimates 2.5 percent growth in the July-September quarter and 1.5 percent in the final three months of the year. Those estimates take into

account the weaker income figures. Such growth may be enough to calm recession fears. But it is far from what is needed to lower the unemployment rate, which was 9.1 percent in August. And Dales cautioned that he might have to lower his estimates even further if consumers have less money to spend. “Households haven’t seen their incomes increase at all this year. That see next page

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ALABAMA from page 2 the superintendent in one of the state’s largest cities, Huntsville, went on a Spanish-language television show Thursday to try to calm widespread worries. “In the case of this law, our students do not have anything to fear,” Casey Wardynski said in halting Spanish. He urged families to send students to class and explained that the state is only trying to compile statistics. Police, he insisted, were not getting involved in schools. Victor Palafox graduated from a high school in suburban Birmingham last year and has lived in the United States without documentation since age 6, when his parents brought him and his brother here from Mexico. “Younger students are watching their lives taken from their hands,” said Palafox, whose family is staying put. In Montgomery County, more than 200 Hispanic students were absent the morning after the judge’s Wednesday ruling. A handful withdrew. In tiny Albertville, 35 students withdrew in one day. And about 20 students in Shelby County, in subfrom preceding page goes a long way to explain why consumption growth has been so weak,” Dales said. “Job growth is stagnant and even those people who do have a job are not in a position to spend because their incomes are not growing.” Most people probably didn’t experience an actual pay cut last in August. But the economy added no new jobs. And among those who were working, average hourly earnings dropped 3 cents and hours worked fell slightly. Those factors combined to lower wages and salaries. Many retailers, particularly discounters like Target Corp. and Wal-Mart Stores Inc., have cut workers’ hours. They’re under pressure to trim expenses, said Burt Flickinger III, president of retail consultancy Strategic Resource Group, and labor is the biggest expense after inventory.

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plants, overall school attendance was down more than 2 percent after the ruling, and the rate was higher among Hispanic students. There’s “no firm data yet, but several students have related to their teachers that they may be moving soon,” said George Harper, who works in the central office. Schools in Baldwin County, a heavily agricultural and tourist area near the Gulf Coast, and in Decatur in the Tennessee Valley also reported sudden decreases in Hispanic attendance. The law does not require proof of citizenship to enroll, and it does not apply to any students who were enrolled before Sept. 1. While most students are not affected, school systems are supposed to begin checking the status of first-time enrollees now. The Obama administration filed court documents Friday announcing its plans to appeal the ruling that upheld the law. The state has distributed to schools sample letters that can be sent to parents of new students informing them of the law’s requirements for either citizenship documents or sworn statements by parents.

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The truth about riders Let’s talk about riders. I am not talking about Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders, although they do deserve a lot of credit for changing the course of history by charging up San Juan Hill in Cuba during the Spanish-America War and getting Teddy elected as the 26th president. And I am not talking about the Pony Express riders that delivered the mail in the Old West and who, more importantly, provided great material for the shoot ‘em up westerns we used to watch as kids. I am talking about sign riders that are affixed to the larger, more colorful real estate agency signs and are used to convey some addition useful tidbit of information about the home. The most prevalent and the most important rider (at least to the listing agent), is the one with the agent’s name and phone number. This rider directs potential buyers to call the listing agent rather than his real estate office. Usually, the agent’s cell phone is listed on the sign. That way the buyer can call the agent directly at 7:30 in the morning while he’s in the shower, 11:30 at night, and from their boat on the lake so they can figure out where they are. Direct access and full service. Many buyers like to talk with the listing agent as obviously he, or she, should know more about the

property. This is all good for the seller. But, to be candid, the real purpose of the rider is to advertise the listing agent. The more listings with the agent’s name out there, the more recognizable he becomes, the more phone calls he gets, and the more listings and buyers he get. I’m having my riders done in red neon now. There are a host of other riders that are used to draw attention to properties that are for sale. Here’s what these riders really mean: How about the popular “Just Reduced” sign. A rider saying “PLEEEEASE, COME LOOK!” would be much clearer. “View” and “Water Front” riders seem like a little overkill and perhaps a little insulting to your intelligence when you are staring at the lake or the mountains from the street sign. They, however, can be useful when you can’t see the home from the street. Perhaps just “$$$$$” would tell prospective buyers more. A couple of really helpful riders that really mean what they say are “Water Access” or “Beach Rights.” “Got Beach-Lower Taxes” could help even more though. “By Appointment Only” is actually the way everyone does it anyway. I have yet to see one that says “Stop In Anytime.” This rider could mean that the seller is (a) a messy house keeper and needs plenty

of time to clean up or (b) is possibly a control freak and wants to make certain some fool doesn’t just walk up to the door wanting to buy his house. Maybe change it to “Wanna see, call me…” When you see a rider on a home that denotes acreage, something like “15 acres”, it probably means the seller thinks the land is super valuable and the property is likely overpriced. To sell this home quicker, the rider should read “House with 2 acres + 13 acres free” and price accordingly. Probably, the most redundant rider is the one that just says “For Sale.” I can’t begin to explain that one. I thought everyone could figure that out from the big square agency sign below it. Maybe in this market we could go with “Yup, Still Not Sold” or “Still Freakin’ Available” riders just as a humorous twist to catch someone’s attention. “Pending” riders are so agents can brag. I don’t like to use them as the day after you put one up your deal usually falls apart. “Crossing My Fingers” would be better karma. Which brings us to the ultimate rider; the one that says “SOLD.” This rider is also solely for the benefit of the agent to advertise his or her success in hopes of attracting more business. It’s the real estate equivalent of old Teddy Roosevelt taking a big game trophy on one of his African safaris although considerably less glamorous. Given the difficult market we are in, sellers would probably prefer a rider that says “Halleluiah, Thank You Lord.” You can also receive these market reports by email. Just log onto my blog at www.lakesregionrealestatenews.com to sign up. Roy Sanborn is a REALTOR® for Roche Realty Group, at 97 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith and can be reached at 677-8420.

Commercial driver’s Counseling group for veterans forming at PSU license classes offered LACONIA — Lakes Region Community College is offering a new 16-week Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Training nights and weekends starting Tuesday, November 8. The course focuses on classroom work and in-thevehicle training according to LRCC Student Affairs Vice President, Dr. James Vander Hooven, who says that the $3850 tuition saves participants a great deal of money as compared to other training providers. He said that total cost of the course is $4,390 once books, maps, tests, and depositsis factored in. LRCC will accept vouchers from funding agencies as well as checks and credit card payments from individual trainees or from their corporate sponsors. Deferred payment plans can also be arranged through LRCC’s business office. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact LRCC at 524-3207 for more information and to register.

PLYMOUTH — The Counseling and Human Relations Center at Plymouth State University will be offering a War Veterans Group to provide PSU students (and possibly some non-students) who are U.S. military veterans of war an opportunity to address issues of coping, stress management, and the aftereffects of their combat and/or non-combat war experiences with other veterans in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. The goals of the group include the increased ability to cope effectively with the stress resulting from military/war experience and from readjustment to

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MOULTONBOROUGH — Pablo Flores of Bethlehem will be the featured performer at the Moultonborough Library on Tuesday, October 4. The program begins at 7:30 p.m., with an Open Mic to follow the featured reader. Born and raised in Honduras, has directed an award-winning children’s choir and provided counseling to homeless inner-city children and families in Tegucigalpa. His poetry and music have won national awards and recognition in Honduras and the United States. He has also been a director of the traditional Latin music group, Ancestro, based in New Orleans, a group which was a perennial favorite at the Louisiana Jazz and Heritage Festival. Priscilla Burlingham, program coordinator, said, “All are welcome to participate and to listen. Bring some words or a song and share it in the Open Mic portion.”

civilian life; development/strengthening of healthy stress management tools; and mutual support in an environment of peers who have shared war experiences. Group facilitators will be Robert Hlasny, Ph.D., and Michael Fischler, Ed.D. The meeting day and time will be determined after considering members’ scheduling needs. Students who are war veterans can call the Counseling and Human Relations Center at 535-2461 to schedule an intake assessment to determine if this group might be right for them.

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Huge Alzheimer’s exhibit feared at Belknap Mill Quilters show

Michelle Plourde (on the ladder) and Sandy Mazzaschi install a quilt exhibit from the Alzheimer’s Art Quilt Initiative, which will be a highlight of the 34th Annual Belknap Mill Quilter’s Guild show, held on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lake Opechee Conference Center in Lakeport. The event will be the first time that the Alzheimer’s quilt will be displayed in New Hampshire. (Laconia Daily Sun photo/Adam Drapcho)

Pakistani culture events planned Session on planting garlic offered at for North Country communities Sanbornton Public Library on Thursday PLYMOUTH — “Pakistani Music: Its Context, Meaning and Sound,” a free multi-media talk by musician, educator and musicologist Beena Raza of Lahore, Pakistan, will be presented at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 6, at Heritage Commons, Samuel Read Hall, Plymouth State University. The leading female sitar player of Pakistan, Raza’s multi-media talk will focus on the history of Pakistani music with particular attention to Sufi music, its historical roots, forms and meaning. In addition to her Plymouth talk, Raza will present a teacher workshop, Using History & Culture to Promote Global Understanding, as part of North Country Education Services’ Professional Development Day at White Mountains Regional High School, Whitefield, Friday October 7. The presentation is part of a series of humanities talks by distinguished scholars offered around northern New Hampshire during the first two weeks of October. The talks are presented

by the Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire and local partners, including Plymouth State University, with funding from the New Hampshire Humanities Council. The humanities talks and teacher workshop are designed to set the stage for a week-long residency with two groups of renowned Pakistani musicians who will be in the region October 16-22 as part of Caravanserai: A place where cultures meet. The Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire is one of only five organizations chosen from across the country to host Caravanserai, which is coordinated nationally by Arts Midwest and funded in part by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art, with the aim of building cross-cultural bridges of understanding through the arts. For additional information about both the humanities talks and the Caravanserai tour, visit www.aannh. org, call 323-7302 or email info@ aannh.org.

SANBORNTON — Kelly McAdam, Belknap County Extension educator, will present a talk on growing garlic at the Sanbornton Public Library on Thurxsday, October 6 at 5 p.m. She advises those planting garlic to wait until late October. Garlic is planted much like other flowering bulbs, with the exception that gardeners will be planting the cloves, or those individual pieces that make up a garlic bulb.

McAdam says that people should make sure the cloves are firm and free from soft spots or mold when purchased and that generally in Belknap County people would want to plant the hardneck types. For more information on planting fall bulbs, contact the Belknap County UNH Cooperative Extension Office, which is now located at 635 Main Street in Laconia, at 527-5475.

Junior Explorer Program for preschool children starts next Friday GILFORD — The Gilford Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a 5 week Cultural Exploration class for children ages 3 and up on Friday afternoons from 1–2:15 p.m. The program will run from October 7 through November 4 and will be held in the Mason Room in the Gilford Community Church. Each week

children will be introduced to a different country and will learn many of its unique characteristics through movement, music, crafts, literacy and cuisine. Cost is $55 for the session, which includes all necessary materials For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 527-4722.

Daughters of Colonial Wars disbands, makes $5,000 contribution to NH Veterans Home TILTON — The Ladies Ward of the New Hampshire Veterans Home has received a $5,000 donation from the state chapter of the Daughters of Colonial Wars. This organization has now disbanded and Gail A. Thomas, state president, said at the presentation “This is a sad day for the Daughters of Colonial Wars.” She then admonished the NHVH and the ladies to spend the money in any way they deem best for the lady veterans. The Society of Colonial Wars was established in 1892, and became the General Society of Colonial Wars in 1893. It charters the individual state societies in the U.S. and British Isles. Since 1892 the Daughters of Colonial Wars have been helping Veterans throughout New Hampshire. While the ending was a sad event for the remaining members, they voted to give their funds to veterans in keeping with the organization’s generous ways of the past. The Ladies Ward is home to 12 residents. Additionally, four of ladies receive care from the staff and volunteers of the NHVH in the Dementia Unit. NHVH Commandant Barry Conway thanked the Daughters of Colonial Wars. “Our residents have given so much in service t our country and asked for so little in return,” Conway said. “It’s wonderful to

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS 5,000 tulip bulbs are ready for planting in Laconia city parks. Volunteers please meet at the newly restored Stewart Park (Union Ave. at Main Street) at 9:3o a.m. For more information contact Dale Squires at Belknap Landscape (455-1594 or dale@belknaplandscape.com. Green Buildings Open House Tour. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Host sites in Center Sandwich, Holderness, Laconia, Sanbornton and Wolfeboro. For details and a complete list go to www.nesea.org/openhouse/listings/. “Nunsense” on stage at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse at Weirs Beach. 7:30 p.m. For tickets call 366-7377 or visit www.winniplayhouse.org. Indoor Yard Sale at Belmont High School to benefit the boys’ soccer teams. 9 to 11 a.m. Toys, books, clothing, kitchen items, bikes, home decore, games, etc. Early birds pay $1 for 8:30 a.m. admission. Seavey Road in Belmont. East African singer, songwriter and activist Wangari in concert at Pitman’s Freight Room in Laconia. 8 p.m. Accompanied by guitarist and Lakes Region native Paul Thibeault. Open House at the Gunstock Mountain Resort hosted by the mountain’s Historic Preservation Society. 10 a.m. to noon. For more information call 737-4360 or visit historicgunstock.org. Belknap Quilters Guild Quilt Show. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Conference Center at the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa in Laconia. $5. For more information visit bmqg.org. Genealogical Workshop sponsored by the Mary Butler Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Gilford Public Library. Bring helpful data. Worksheets will be provided. For more information call 293-0429. Ham and bean supper hosted by the Ellacoya Chapter #43 Order of the Eastern Star. 5 to 7 p.m. at the Squam Valley Masonic Hall on Route 3 in Holderness. 38th Laconia Farmers’ Market. Every Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to noon in the City Hall parking lot. www. laconiafarmersmarket.com. Al-Anon Meeting at the Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Saturday in the firstfloor conference room. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518. Open Door Dinners offer free weekly meal in Tilton. 4:30 to 6 p.m. An outreach housed at Trinity Episcopal Church on Main Street, downtown. provides a free hot meal open to all members of the community. All are welcome to eat and all are welcome to help out. For more information, especially about volunteering, please call Pastor Mark at 286-3120 or e-mail him at mark@trinitytilton.org. Drop-In Craft Time at the Gilford Public Library. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For children of all ages. Supplies provided.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 19th Annual American Cancer Society Makin Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. 10 a.m. start at Opechee Park in Laconia. Rain or shine. Registration from 8:30 to 10. Stage program starts at 9:20. 2nd Annual Crop Walk for Hunger. Registration from 1:15 to 1:45 p.m. at Franklin United Methodist Church. Sponsored by churches in Franklin, Salisbury, Norhtfield and Tilton. www.cropwalkonline.org/franklinnh. Enjoy at meal at Patrick’s Pub & Eatery in Gilford and support the Salvation Army. Mention the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary when you order between 5 and 9 p.m. and the restaurant will generously donate a portion of your check to assisted those who are homeless, abused or disadvantaged. “Nunsense” on stage at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse at Weirs Beach. 2 p.m. matinee. For tickets call 366-7377 or visit www.winniplayhouse.org.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: Our mother has Alzheimer’s disease, and we don’t think Dad is taking proper care of her. Mom seems undernourished. Dad thinks a slice of toast or a cup of coffee constitutes adequate caloric intake for her. If she says “no” to food, he simply accepts that response without trying to encourage her to eat. Her clothes are now several sizes too big. Mom has emotional outbursts and periods of uncontrollable crying, and she frequently screams out, thus making a good night’s sleep impossible for either of them. It is difficult for her to walk more than 15 feet. Dad doesn’t assist her consistently, and she has fallen numerous times. Personal hygiene seems a thing of the past. Their home, which once sparkled, is now dirty and disorganized. We have offered to clean, do household chores, etc., but our offers fall on deaf ears. We gave Dad the name of a local specialist, but he refuses to call. We contacted their family doctor, who said he was unable to convince Dad that Mom needs to go into assisted living. Dad seems to relish being the martyr and constantly complains about having to do everything. We understand that after 50-plus years of marriage, this must be extremely difficult for him. My siblings, our spouses and the grandchildren do not know what to do next. -- Caring Kids in California Dear Caring: It can be traumatizing for one spouse to place another in a facility of any kind, and a certain paralysis can set in, preventing major decisions and changes. You and your siblings need to step up to the plate right now. Call the Eldercare Locator (www.eldercare.gov) at 1-800-677-1116 and ask for assistance. If you can afford it, also try the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (caremanager.org). Dear Annie: A group of us plays Mexican train dominoes

every Monday at the senior center in our town. In the past few months, we have come to realize that one woman is cheating. It’s not a question of money, but rather one of fairness. Each person puts in a dollar, and whoever has the lowest score gets the pot. It ranges from $4 to $6, depending on how many people play. How should we approach this? -- Aggravated Domino Player Dear Player: If you know how she is cheating, you should call it to her attention at the time. (“Doris, if you’ve had that domino in your hand all this time, why didn’t you play it earlier?”) Otherwise, your choices are to play a different game or find another group. Dear Annie: I would like to offer an alternative to “Social Dud,” who is uncomfortable inviting people over. She should be honest and maybe say something like, “I really enjoy coming to your home, but it’s difficult for me to have you over. How about if I take you out for coffee sometime?” My husband and I have a modest country home, but people always seem to enjoy themselves when they are here. However, we have friends who, for a variety of reasons, never reciprocate -- they’re too poor, too shy or chronically ill, their homes are too small or messy. We either know these things, or they have politely told us. It doesn’t matter. All of our friends are welcome in our home, including those who can’t reciprocate. Hosting a party or a dinner is not about our expectations of reciprocation. It is about fellowship. We love our guests. -- Happy To Host Dear Happy: And we’re certain your guests are quite fond of you. Thanks for reiterating that most people appreciate the company and are not looking to critique one’s home or meal.

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Animals

Autos

AKC German Shepherd puppies ready 10/1, 1 all black female, 1 all black male, $1500/ea. 6 bi colored $1200/ea. Eilene (603)374-9257.

1966 Red Mustang Convertible 6-cylinder automatic. Very good condition. $12,900. 934-6713

DACHSHUNDS puppies boys & girl heath & temperament guaranteed. $350 to $450. (603)539-1603. DOBERMAN puppies with registration, three red males left. Tails and dews done. Parents on site. $750.00. 581-9152 ROTTWEILER Pups, AKC, tails, shots done, parents on premises, $950. 340-6219

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1999 Jetta Gls, 267K miles, new Michelin Tires, runs great! $1,700 848-0014 1999 Jetta Gls, 267K miles, new Michelin Tires, runs great! $1,700 848-0014 2001 FORD Explorer XLT4-Wheel drive, 4-door, immaculate interior, body excellent condition, AC, 71,000 miles. $5,500. 603-476-5017 2001 Toyota Corolla LE- 4-cylinder, automatic, 119K miles. Very good condition, new tires. $4,500. 524-4836 after 5:30 PM. 2002 Ford Focus Station Wagon SE: 58,000 miles, good condition. $5,000. 524-8213. BUYING junk cars and trucks ME & NH. Call for price. Martin Towing. (603)305-4504. CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859. MERECEDES Benz 1989 Model 300SE Very good condition. Good winter car, $1750. 934-6713. TOP DOLLAR PAID for junk cars & trucks. $200 & up. Avaiable 7 days. 630-3606

WE Pay CA$H for GOLD and SILVER No hotels, no waiting. 603-279-0607, Thrifty Yankee, Rte. 25, Meredith, NH.

Appliances 30” GE Self-cleaning electric range/stove: Black with digital readout. Used 1-year. Porcelain racks and drip pans. $300. 524-8730. WASHER & Dryer: Kenmore, Superduty Plus, very good condition. Moving. $200/each or

TOP Dollar Paid- $150 and up for unwanted & junk vehicles. Call 934-4813

BOATS 1984 Wellcraft 19.5 ft I/O 5.7 250 HP. New engine & new upholstery. Runs great. With twin axle trailer included. $2900 obo. Must sell. 630-2440. 1986 Carrazza 21ft. Speed boat very fast, rebuilt motor & outdrive, new interior, newer trailer. $5,000. 387-3824. Boat Slip for Rent- 2012 Season.

BOATS WORKING MAN’S FRIEND MOBILE SHRINKWRAPPING 24 Years Experience $8-$11/ft. ~ Group Rates

581-4847 (previously 527-0032)

Serving the Lakes Region

MOBILE shrink wrapping and winterization, $10 a foot. 630-3198

Business Opportunities LACONIA Pizza- Deli -Market. 25 years, same owners. Business & Real Estate. N. Main St. $475,000. 293-2111

Child Care MEREDITH grandmother offering childcare in my child-friendly home. Will transport to and from school. 393-9079

Employment Wanted LNA background, activities of daily living, companionship, cleaning, shopping, meal prep. Flexible hours and overnights. 581-4877

For Rent Alton- Unfurnished home. 5-years young 2-3 bedrooms, fully applianced w/washer/dryer, eat-in kitchen, jacuzzi garden tub. Garage, ceramic tile kitchen & bath, farmers porch. 1st & security, $1,285/Month. Steve 401-241-4906 APARTMENTS, mobile homes. If you need a rental at a fair price, call DRM Corp. Over 40 years in rentals. We treat you better! 524-0348 or visit M-W-F, 12-5, at 373 Court Street, Laconia. BELMONT, Rt. 106. Taking applications for Year-round RV/Travel trailer sites. 267-0853 BELMONT-1 bedroom, heat, hot water, cable included. $175/week. no pets, security, references.

For Rent CLEAN UPDATED studios in Tilton. Heat/Hot Water included. $590/Month. Cat okay. 603-393-9693 or 916-214-7733 Laconia: Single Occupancy Furnished Rooms $107/wk

For Rent

GILFORD: Spacious Stonewall Village Condominium, 1,800 sq.ft., 3-bedroom, 2-bath, laundry hookup, no smoking/pets. $1,600/month. 603-556-7788.

LACONIA:NEWLY REMODELED 2BR, 2BA fully furnished condo, $700/month, no utilities, no pets. Available now-May. 978-423-2310

Gilmanton 4-Corners, 1 bedroom in nice neighborhood. Wireless internet and hot water included, propane heat and electricity separate. Coin-op laundry, parking, backyard. Security deposit and lease req'd. No smoking or dogs. $680/month 267-1711. LACONIA waterfront condo rental, 1-BR next to Naswa, private beach, no pets $725/mo. 978-855-2112 LACONIA, 1 Bedroom, 1st Floor apartment. Heat included, private deck, dead end street. $185/week 528-0118. LACONIA, Large 1-bedroom, $165/week. Includes parking, heat and hot water. No pets. References & security. 455-6662. Laconia- 2+ Bedrooms, 2nd floor, washer/dryer hook-up. $225/Week + utilities. References/deposit required. No pets/No smoking. 528-6205 LACONIA- 3 bedroom house, across Street from Leavitt Park, close to school & beach. Efficient heat with new windows. Covered parking with lockable storage. Security & references. required. Pet considered. $1200. per month + utilities. 937-0157 Laconia- 3 Bedroom, fresh paint, urethane hardwood floors, private entrance, on-site plowed parking, private playground. Heat/Hot water included. No pets. $900/Month. 3 to choose from. (603) 455-6115 LACONIA -Ideal 1-bedroom, large living room, hardwood floors, modern kitchen & bath, washer/dryer, Pleasant St. Heat & Hot water inlcuded.. $750/Month 528-6885 LACONIA-VERY large apartment 1,048 sf. Includes garage, laundry hookups, porch. No pets. $850 +utilities. 603-455-0874 LACONIA: 1 bedroom, 2nd floor, near hospital. $180/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234

Quiet riverside location in downtown Laconia. Shared kitchens and bathrooms. Make Riverbank Rooms your home.

LACONIA: 2 bedroom, 2 story apartment with access to basement and attic. $230/week, including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234.

524-1884 or 934-3287

LACONIA: Close to downtown, small 2-bedroom, first floor, freshly painted and newly carpeted. Includes deck, grassy yard, 2-car parking, washer/dryer, plowing and landscaping. $170/week. 4-week security deposit. No utilities. No dogs. No smoking. Leave message for Bob at 781-283-0783.

Franklin-Duplex/Condo- Large 4-bedroom 1-bath, deck, newly renovated, washer/dryer hook-up, 4-season porch, 2-car parking. Security & references required. No smoking/pets. $1,050/Mo. + utilities. Available 10/1. 978-290-0801 GILFORD 3 bedroom waterfront winter rental. Dock, washer & dryer. Available through May 31st. $900/mo. + Utilities. Oil heat. No pets. (603) 778-9515 GILFORD Small 1-bedroom house w/galley kitchen, porch & private drive. $600/Month +utilities, no pets. 293-2750 GILFORD waterfront winter rental, 3Br furnished, outdoor hotub, some utilities paid. Available thru 5/31. $1500/mo 781-844-0444 Gilford- $175/Week. Fully furnished studio unit with king bed. Walking distance to shopping. Includes heat, hot water, A/C, electric & cable. References. No deposit with credit card. Lou (203) 710-4861 GILFORD-SPACIOUS 4-bedroom 3-bath house. Furnished, $1,800/Month, first & last. 5 minutes to beach/Ski. 860-608-1204 GILFORD: 2 bedroom apartments from $250/Week includes heat & utilities. Pets considered. Security/References. 556-7098. Laconia 2/3 Bedroom Apartment. Includes heat/hot water. References & deposit.

LACONIA: Duplex, near downtown, 2-Bedrooms, $750 +utilities. References & deposit required. Available10/1/11. 387-3864.

LAKE OPECHEE CONDO $900 1032 sq.ft. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath lower level condo. beach views & access (directly across street). Two assigned parking spots, washer/dryer, trash/snow removal/hot water included. No smoking/pets. One yr. lease. Available 10/4.

(603) 393-4086 LAKE Winnisquam waterfront. Sanbornton, cozy cottage for 1-2 people. Beautiful views, no utilities/pets/smoking. Unfurnished, Reduced to $725/ Month. 524-1583. MEREDITH 3-Bedroom, 2-bath, fully furnished, washer/dryer. Beach access, boat slip. $900/month plus utilities. Non-smokers, no cats. Now-June. (508)265-6817. MEREDITH One bedroom apartment on second floor. Open concept, cathedral ceiling, very elegant and rustic. Plowing, parking and dumpster included, Pets? $850/month 455-5660. Meredith- 1 bedroom apartment. Oil forced hot water, 1.5 bath, washer/dryer hook-up, nice yard. No smoking/pets. $750/Month 279-8247 Jim MEREDITH: Next to Meredith Yacht Club, 25C Pleasant Street. Remodeled, huge 1BR. Refrigerator and stove, washer/dryer hookups, oak cabinets, big closets. No pets. Non-smoker. $945/month plus deposit. Includes heat. 603-622-1940 or 603-867-8678. MOULTONBOROUGH: 3BR, 1.5BA house. Walk to Ctr. Harbor proper. Garage, wood & oil heat, w/d hookups. No smoking. No pets. Credit ref. & sec. dep. $1150/month plus utilities. 603-253-9446. MOUNTAINVIEW Apartments 2BR, 1 bath, $700 a month. 2BR townhouse, 1.5 bath, large deck, $775 a month. 3BR townhouse, 1.5 bath, large deck $850 a month. Quiet location with laundry and playgrounds. Integrity Realty Inc. 524-7185 NORTHFIELD: Small 2 bedroom trailer in 11 unit trailer park with coin-op laundry on site. $200/week including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234. www.whitemtrentals.com.

PREFERRED RENTALS Long term and winter rentals available in the towns of Moultonboro, Meredith, Center Harbor, Sandwich, Gilford, Laconia and Sanbornton. Starting at $650/ month. Please call for list of inventory at 603-253-7811 or visit our website at www.preferredrentals.com

LACONIA: 2-3 bedroom, good location, full basement, washer/dryer hook-up, one stall garage, 2 porches, good condition, $950/month. Low heat costs. No dogs/smoking. 293-7902. Owner/Broker. LACONIA: 3 bedroom. Clean, quiet, new carpet, near park. Short walk to town and schools. $1,100. Heat & hot water included. Call 524-0703. LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments. Call for available apartments. 524-4428 LACONIA: Large 2-bedroom apartment. Second floor, parking. $800 + utilities, security/backgound check required. 603-781-6294. LACONIA: Large 3-bedroom apartment. Second floor, parking. $850 + utilities, security/backgound check required. 603-781-6294. LACONIA: Large 4-bedroom apartment. Second floor, parking. $850 + utilities, security/back-

SANBORNTON: New, furnished 1-Bedroom efficiency apartment. $700/month, utilities included. Security deposit & references. 603-393-8030. No smoking/pets. Sussievale- Spacious 2 bedroom home. Parking & storage. references & credit check. $1,000/month (757) 876-9559 TILTON-DOWNTON 1st floor studio apartment. $800/Month includes all utilities. 286-4391 WATERFRONT Townhouse Southdown Shores. 2 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, $1,150/ month, + Utili-

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For Rent

For Sale

Two 2-Bedrooms in the Weirs. Nice, washer/dryer hook-ups. $850-950/Month, Heat/hot water included, $500/security Call 494-3232.

ASH Diningroom Table- 47X35 with pop-up leaf in the center & 4-chairs. One surface scratch. $75/OBO. 524-3030.

Steel Buildings

WANTED TO RENT- Responsible Single 62 year old man, with 3 older dogs looking for monthly/winter rental in the Bristol area. Have References 603-219-3934 WATERFRONT Winter Rental: 3BR, 2BA home w/washer, dryer and dishwasher. Weirs Blvd., Laconia/Weirs. $850/month. 393-0458. Weirs Beach- Winter rental. 2-bedroom, 2-bath furnished condo. 10/1-5/31. First+Security. No Pets. $700+ utilities. 603-366-4373 WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency and a cottage including heat, hot water and lights. No pets. $150-$170/week. $400 deposit. 387-3864.

COMMERCIAL sewing macine, excellent condition, $350. (603)455-8789. CRAFTSMEN 10” compound miter saw with Craftsmen adjustable table, and an adjustable Craftsmen extension. Like new $125 firm. 293-7641 Electric Wheelchair- New battery $395. 387-0855 9am-9pm

Antiques & Unusual Items

Halsclaws Tilt Boat Trailer- $150 or best offer. 364-7874

For Rent-Vacation

Jet III Motorized Wheelchair $900. Golden Companion II handicap scooter, 4-wheels. Motorized, $600. 1947 CZ with holster & 2-clips. $575. 875-0646

ENJOY Aruba: 8 days for rent, Friday, March 30 - Saturday, April 7. $1,000. 603-524-3083.

Hunting rifle- Marlin Model 336CS. Lever caliber 35 Remington. Simmons scope. $295. 603-930-5222

For Rent-Commercial

Jett III-Ultra Power Wheelchair with oxygen carrier. Like new. $2,000. Professional roller skates, ladies size 7 $50. 744-6107

Laconia-O’Shea Industrial Park

JOHN DEERE yard trailer. Never used. A $140 value - $95 firm. 366-5775

72 Primrose Drive •10,000 Sq, Ft. WarehouseManufacturing. $5,800.00

LOVE Free Jewelry & Parties with Friends? Call 603-452-5405 for more information

• 3,000 Sq. Ft. Office Space $2,800.00

Maytag Washer $100. 18 Cu. Ft. Amana Refrigerator, runs great $100.. Tuscan Chandelier $150. 293-7815

• 3,340 Sq. Ft. WarehouseManufacturing $1,800.00

FHA Heat/AC 3 Phase Power 72 Primrose Drive, Laconia

(603)476-8933 COMMERCIAL Units: 2,000 sq. ft. light industrial / warehouse / storage. 3-phase power, loading dock. $700/month plus utilities. Additional 1,500 sq. ft. unit cold storage with loading dock, $375/month. Two units can be combined for total of 3,500 sq. ft. Just off Route 3 in Laconia. Kevin Sullivan, Coldwell Banker Commercial, 630-3276. Laconia CONTRACTOR!S YARD 2 or 4 Bay Shop Large Doors Level 2 acre paved lot Lease or purchase Owner Financing Available For more information call

524-4199

For Sale 2 heavy duty pontoon boat trailers for sale $2200/obro and 2 roller trailers $1250 and $1950. Also 1 bunk style boat trailer $2250. Call (603)539-1692 FMI.

Mint Condition- 1 1/2 size chair and ottoman. Plum color, cost $650 new, will sell for $250. Many servings of Hull dinnerware with matching pieces. Also, some Platzgraff and McCoy pieces and some pieces with no name. All in dark brown. Call 524-1871

MOVING SALE Everything Must Go!! Pool Tables, Flat Screen TVs, Surround Sound, Desks, Beds & More Including Complete Bar Room with Bar Table & Stools, Slot Machines, Pool Table, Etc.

By Appointment Only:

520-4790

NEED Yarn? Cheap. Inherited a wide variety new yarn, great colors. I don!t knit. 527-1657 ONE year old Maytag washer/dryer set $500, Toyotomi new oil heater $1000, miscellaneous tools, subwoofer $25, 4 Jetta snow tires with rims $100, coat rack $15, 2 travel dvd players $40, $25, brass floor lamp $40. Call after 5 pm. 520-5321

2006 Ski-Doo MXZ Renegade 1000 $5000 and one Polaris XC 800. Will sell for $2900. Both are in showroom condition. Call (603)539-1692. 5 Quality bar chairs, maple, leather seats (for 36 in. high kitchen countertop). Other nice items. 293-2864 7 ft. pool table, good condition, includes all accessories $199. Brass bar railings and footings, $199/ set. 401-580-4419.

REFRIGERATOR, 8.8 cubic ft. chest freezer, Oak tall corner entertainment center, commercial meat slicer, best offer. 279-5598.

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

Several wood working tools for sale. Most power. Good condition, best offer. 293-4451

E-Z Loader Boat Trailer- Holds to

SHED: 12ft. x 16ft., 4 years old, $500. You take it away.

No phone calls. Apply in person. SHALIMAR RESORT 650 Laconia Road, Tilton Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm

TONNEAU cover fits 6 ft. bed. Silver, excellent condition. Asking $595 or best offer. 253-3120.

Fisher Plow complete, good blade, HYDS. Lights, rods, works well. $325/BO. 603-536-2489

WINNISQUAM: 1 Bedroom Second Floor Garden Style Condo; 450 SF of Living Space; Close To Lake Winnisquam & I-93; Mint condition; $700/Month, includes all utilities. 455-0910

Part-Time

Experienced Waitress

THULE - Cargo carrier 16 cu. foot, black, Evolution model, almost new! $195. Call 603-528-7776.

WANTED TO BUY Gold, (scrap rings, jewelry, etc.) Silver,

JCS Now HIRING 1st & 2nd shift. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with great attitude. No exp. required. This is an appointment scheduling position; JCS is the lead marketing company in the vacation marketing industry. Commission based, top performers make $19-$25 per hour. For interview call Christina Pagliarulo at 603-581-2452 EOE

(coins, flatware, etc. )

Call 279-3087 or Stop In at

Maintenance Worker Full Time

Waukewan Antiques 55 Main St. Meredith

YARDMAN self propelled high wheel rear bag mower. 559K 6.5 hp 21” cut asking $150.00 or B.O. 524-5733

Furniture 20% off In-stock furniture! 10% off in-stock matresses! Fall clearance overstock sale! Cozy Cabin Rustics 517 Whittier Hwy. Moultonboro, NH. Open Daily. Call Jason 603-662-9066 BEDROOM Set- 5-pieces- Queen bed, 2-bedside tables, triple dresser w/mirror, armoir. White & green. $900/OBO. 603-524-2503 COFFEE Table & 2-end tables. Blond wood w/glass tops. $200/OBO. 524-2503 NEW mattresses ...always a great deal! Starting; King set complete $395, queen set $249. 603-524-1430.

Free Free Corn Stocks - Come and get em! 382 Union Rd. Belmont FREE Pickup for your unwanted, useful item garages, automobiles, etc. estates cleaned out and yardsale items. . (603)930-5222.

Help Wanted Area Manager looking for motivated self-starters who love jewelry. Part or Full-time. 603-452-5405

EXPERIENCED FOREMAN AND ROOFERS Commercial roofing projects, Immediate openings, Competitive wages. • Benefits include Paid Vacation and Holidays. • Licensed Drivers, and CDL A PLUS. Apply Within Melanson Roofing Company, 5 Ferry Rd. Bow, NH or Call 224-0444.

Help Wanted IMMEDIATE OPENING

Reduced Factory Inventory 30x36 – Reg $15,850 Now $12,600. 36x58– Reg $21,900 Now $18,800. Source# 1IB, 866-609-4321

Fish Tank- 58-Gallon tank. 100 lbs. live rock, wet/dry filtration . $1,500 invested/sell $700. 848-0014

Four Storyland tickets Value $112 will sell for $65. Good through October 10th. 393-5627

Help Wanted

CL 250 OR 350 (”DUALLY”) Diesel Owner-Operators Wanted: Rochester based delivery service offering sub-contractor haulage work. Start at $1.00 per mile, PT or FT. 207-754-1047.

ALTON-WOLFEBORO Part-time cleaning banks $10 per hour Mon.-Wed.-Fri. Evenings 12 hours per week. Must clear background.

524-9930 Experienced form carpenters needed. Call 528-4961 EXPERIENCED line cook. Apply at the Main Street Station Diner, Downtown Plymouth.

IMMEDIATE FULL TIME OPENINGS

Solderer/Trainer must have skills in electronic soldering, both SMT and through hole, ability to train, good people skills. Successful candidate will be sent out for certification.

Electronic Solderer with SMT experience. Must be able to work under

Apply in Person Core Assemblies, Inc. 21 Meadowbrook Lane #4

Gilford NH

(603)293-0270

New Franklin Apartments, LLC Tilton, NH Must have general knowledge of painting, plumbing, and electrical. Job includes caring for lawns, plowing, shoveling, and snow blowing. Some on-call nights and weekends. Health benefits included. Phone: 603-286-4111 or fax resume: 603-286-4112

SEASONAL position (thru November) to support boat winterizing and storage. Prior experience with boat mechanics, hauling, driving is a plus. Apply in person with Greg, at Channel Marine, 96 Channel Lane, Weirs Beach.

Help Wanted The Gilmanton Year-Round Library is looking for Library Director. This position is 24 hrs a week (Tue/Thur 1-7 & Wed/Fri 10-4), starting in Oct. Duties: responsible for overall operation of the Library, oversees staff and volunteers, covers circulation desk, collection maintenance, promotion of programs and compilation of stats and reports for the Board of Directors. Qualifications: MLS preferred. The right person will be enthusiastic and responsible with attention to detail. Must have experience in library procedures, familiarity with circulation and cataloging software and good computer skills. Great people skills a must! Closing date: October 10, 2011 Salary: $17-$20 per hour. Send resume, letter of interest & 3 recent references to gyrla@metrocast.net or GYRLA, 1385 NH Rt. 140, Gilmanton IW, NH 03837

Instruction BALLROOM DANCE Private lessons, couples only. Professional Instruction, reasonable rates. 279-1329.

KARATE Adult and Children's Karate (Ages 4+) classes held in Laconia, Gilford, Meredith and Moultonborough. Improves balance, coordination, focus, strength and flexibility.

524-4780 TAI CHI

SHOWROOM SALES Fast paced stove shop is looking for a motivated salesperson to join our team. Weekend availability a must. Email resumes to info@fireNstone.net

WINTER/ FALL RUSH

Permanent and holiday season help. Start immediately. Due to fall/ holiday season our company is experiencing a massive product demand opening various positions in all departments and must be filled this week. No experience required. Must be at least 18. Positions available: Customer Service/ set up and display/ appointment setting/ sales and marketing. Call today for immediate interview (603)822-0219. Or text anytime (603)930-8450.

Experience the gentle art of Tai Chi. Improves balance, joint health, coordination, bone density, blood pressure, strength and flexibility. Ongoing classes held in Laconia, Gilford, Meredith and Moultonborough. All ages welcome.

524-4780

Land BELMONT: Owner financing available on 3 acre building lot in Belmont. 180' on paved town road, gravel soils, dry land. Driveway already roughed in, $54,900. Owner/broker, 524-1234.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 Belknap Quilters Guild Quilt Show. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Conference Center at the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa in Laconia. $5. For more information visit bmqg.org. Blessing of the Animals and Blessing of the Soil at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Laconia. 11:30 a.m. The public, including leashed animals, farmers and gardeners welcome. Donations of canned soup for the church’s food pantry welcome. Scottish Country Dancing. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Sunday at the Belknap Mill in Laconia. All are welcome. No partner needed. For information call 524-8813 or scd_md@ yahoo.com

Land

Real Estate

GILFORD: 1 1/4 acres of level and 100% dry land. 175' on paved town road, just over Laconia line. $79,900. Owner/broker, 524-1234.

CENTRAL LACONIA

6 unit Apartment House For Sale

Motorcycles

Choice location and in excellent condition. Shown by appointment only. Call Ray Simoneau, Coldwell Banker Commerical Weeks Associates, for more information.

2000 Harley Davidson, Ultra Classic, new Harley rebuilt motor, 4 speaker stereo, cruise, Python pipes, other accessories, very good condition, asking $8,500/obo, 603-752-5519.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 Program on hydroponic gardening at the Opechee Garden Club. 1 p.m. at the Gilford Community Church. New members welcome. Call 293-7357 or visit opecheegardenclub.com. Laconia Chapter of Barbershop Harmony Society meeting. 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. at the Gilford Community Church. Guests and singers of all ages and skills are invited to attend these Monday night rehearsals. For more information call Guy Haas at 279-2230. Mens’ pick-up basketball (18+) at the Meredith Community Center. 7 to 8 p.m. $1 per player. Senior exercise time at the Meredith Community Center. 9 to 10 a.m.

Real Estate

COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND October 8, 9 & 10 448 Sewall Road (off Forest Road) in Wolfeboro, NH. Danish and Vintage Furniture, Household Goods, Books, Garage Tools & Equipment, Rugs, Bikes & More! Collections Include Trains, Scale Model Cars, Ducks Unlimited and 60 s, 70 s Records. 9am-4pm ~ No Early Birds Monie ~ 569-1465

GREG & Pat!s Yard Service. Low rates. Stacking wood, lawnmowing, raking leaves, small chores. 528-5826.

HANDYMAN SERVICES

GILFORD Multi-Family Yard Sale Saturday Oct. 1st 8am-1pm. 44 Oxbow Lane Lots of great stuff! A must on your yard sale list!

Small Jobs Are My Speciality

Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277 ACUPUNCTURE COMMUNITY STYLE Discover the pain-relieving, stress-reducing benefits of acupuncture. Fully clothed, $15 ($10 each if you bring a friend). In Gilford, at Bahder Wellness & Yoga every Thursday. Call Heidi Eberhardt, Licensed Acupuncturist 617-894-0178, for more information and to reserve your space .

HOMECARE available for the elderly in Laconia area. Call Estelle at 524-4947. HOUSECLEANING-LOOKING for fall cleaning jobs. Fridays and Saturdays anytime afternoons. Rentals, Condos, mobile homes, foreclosures. Available to help with errands/shopping. Great references. Please call 524-6363. JAYNE ’ S PAINTING is now Ruel ’s Painting ...Same great service! Jason Ruel, customer satisfaction guaranteed! 393-0976 LOOKING for Jobs: Yard work, painting inside houses and odd jobs. Anytime weekends OK. 524-6363. LOW PRICE ~ QUALITY WORK

Rightway Plumbing and Heating Over 20 Years Experience Fully Insured. License #3647 ATTICS, garages, barns, cellars and yards cleaned out. 279-6921

Call 393-4949

M.A. SMITH ELECTRIC: Quality work for any size electrical job. Licensed-Insured, Free estimates/ 603-455-5607

LACONIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Please contact: Martina Green, Program Director Project EXTRA! Laconia School District 39 Harvard Street Laconia, NH 03246

PIPER ROOFING Quality Work Reasonable Rates Free Estimates Metal Roofs • Shingle Roofs

Our Customers Don!t get Soaked!

528-3531

EOE

LACONIA: Garage bay for rentGood for boat/RV off season storage. $40/mo. 494-4346 STORE your car-boat-motorcycle before the snow in a clean and secure brick building. Low prices. (603)524-1430

Yard Sale 87 Belknap St. Laconia. Sat. Oct. 1, 8am - 2pm. Women!s clothes, 16-1X, hats, gloves, bags, scarves, microwave, toaster, kitchen utensils. Many dolls, many Teddy Bears, Cedar chest, lamps, home help medical equipment, stair chairlift, dishes, glassware, and more. BELMONT 3 Family Yard Sale60 Federal St. 7am-3pm. Lots of great stuff!

Major credit cards accepted Clearview Builders & Landscaping Property Maintenance Home Repair, Painting, Finish Work, Decks, Dock Work, Lawn Mowing, Pruning, Mulch, Fall Cleanups & Tree Trimming. Call 387-9789

SPARKLY Clean. We make your house, business or commercial job sparkly clean. Give us a call. 707-9150 NEED FINANCIAL HELP with the spaying, altering of your dog or

GILFORD Yard Sale- 62 Varney Point Rd. Left. Saturday, 10/1, 9am-4pm. Glassware, books, vinyl records, jewelry, clothing, linens, household items, etc. No early birds. GILFORD- 49 Ridgewood Avenue. Saturday, Oct. 1, 8am-1pm. Furniture, heater, household items, clothes. LACONIA 1192 Old North Main St., Sat. 10-1, 8am-1pm Furniture, mirrors, misc.

MEREDITH YARD SALE Saturday & Sunday 9am-3pm 99 Collinsbrook Rd. Bedroom set, 4 HP Evinrude, patio furniture, 16 ft. Prindle Catamaran, refrigerator, washer/dryer, stove, microwave & a whole lot more!

MOVING SALE 524 Stage Road, Sanbornton (aka Route 132) - See Signs Saturday & Sunday October 1 & 2 ~ 10am-? Lots of kids toys, outside yard toys, some furniture & more! Everything must go!

Saturday, 10/1 8am-1pm

MULTI-FAMILKY: Saturday, 10/1, 8am-3pm. Some tools, furniture & more! 49 Dartmouth St., Laconia.

Great Deals for Everyone!!

MULTI-FAMILY: Saturday, 10/1, 9am-1pm. Route-3, Belmont, across from Aaron!s Rent-A-Center. A little bit of everything!

LACONIA - 143 Morningside Drive Sat. 10/1 8am-noon. Lots of stuff household items, Scrapbooking items, great name brand & designer clothing (plus size, lots of boys and girls A&F great for back to school!! Rain Cancels.

mgreen@laconia.k12.nh.us 603-524-5710 For more information Please visit our website for information about the Laconia Schools at: www.laconia.org

Storage Space

in front of Pine Gardens Route 140, Belmont

to work with youth in the Laconia Middle School

Community members with skills they wish to share with middle school youth are welcome to apply. Examples include art, cooking, sports, etc.

SPAS

Summit Spas (603)733-7101. Service & maintance.

LAST ONE??? Yard Sale

is seeking part-time Enrichment Leaders TWIST (Teachers With Incredible Students Together) program.

Yard Sale ESTATE SALE

Services

MEREDITH3 family newly renovated home. Great in-town location! 2-car garage. All units currently occupied. $219,900. 630-2381

Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz

Services

WILL TRADE LAKEFRONT lot for equity in industrial or commercial. Will consider c.stores or restaurant. 207-754-1047.

528-3388 ext. 302

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

Services

Meredith Play Group at the Community Center. 10 a.m. to noon. Mahjong game time at the Gilford Public Library. 12:30 to 3 p.m. New players welcome. Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Monday nights at 7 p.m. at the Laconia Congregational Church Parish Hall. Call and leave a message for Elizabeth at 630-9969 for more information.

SAT. 9-3 Vineyard Way Belmont at dead end. Lot!s of cool items! Antiques, tools, garden, 76 Harley FLH, 62 Chevy Pickup, clothes. DR. Power Wagon, Power Washer.

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Saturday, October 1, 2011— Page 23

Church focus on Community Caregivers wins recognition

CENTER HARBOR — Recently the Conference of the Congregational Churches, UCC, contacted member churches in this region offering a challenge to identify a project their church had dreamed about and brought to fruition. After discussion of several ideas, the Diaconate of the Center Harbor Congregational Church chose Center Harbor, Meredith and Moultonborough Caregivers as their focus. Thirteen years ago two church members recognized the need for transportation and support for residents unable to drive themselves to doctor’s appointments, shopping, etc., and asked the church for help. The church seeded the start up funds necessary and also provided office space in its’ building. In the ensuing years, CHMM Community Caregivers has grown and today serves hundreds of neighbors. Miles driven in 2010 totaled more than 49,000. The organization is a nonprofit volunteer organization and occupies office space in Moultonborough and is staffed by two part time employees. A recent call from conference headquarters Facsimile shared the good news: CHCC had been chosen as one of the winners of the contest. At the annual meeting in October, the conference will share the story with all delegates in attendance.

oPeN hoUSe

at Nature’s View, Laconia.

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The Center Harbor Congregational Church will be honored at the annual meeting of the Conference of Congregational Churches, UCC, for its support of the Center Harbor, Meredith and Moultonborough Caregivers. Shown above are Carol Asher Snow, interim pastor; Nancy Leighley of the Board of Deacons and Charlotte Leavitt, Community Caregivers co-founder and current board president. (Courtesy photo)

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11:00 am - 2:00 pm New construction at Nature’s View, Laconia. 53 Port Way, Lot 14. Cape II Model. Large living room w/ FP, dining room, sun room. 3 BRs, 2-car att. garage. $291,497.

New 7 Room caPe at NatURe’S View: 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 car garage, porch, 1st floor master suite & sun room. Prices from www.RocheRealty.com $239,900 on a few choice lots!

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Come By Boat Or Car !! 100’ Of Sandy Winnisquam Shoreline, U-shaped Dock, 2 Jet Ski Lifts, Waterside Hottub And This 3800+ Sf Waterfront Home. Room For You And Your Friends! Waterside Screen Porch & Deck….All This For $579,000

Wow! Great Price!! Now $499,000.. Lake Winnipesaukee Waterfront Home. Built In 2004 This 2600 Sf Contemporary Offers 4 Bedrms, 3 Full Baths, Cherry Hw Floors, Open Concept, Gas Fireplace And 69’ Of Sandy Frontage W/ A 30’ Dock. Come Have Fun!

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A Well Kept Traditional Cape With A Great Location..Tardif Park Is Across The Street, Close To Schools And Hospital. Six Rms, 3 Bedrms And 2 Baths. Attached 2 Car Garage, Air Conditioned And Hw Floors. $160,000

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Red Sox & Terry Francona decide 8 years is enough BOSTON (AP) — The Terry Francona era is over in Boston. The manager who led the Red Sox to their first World Series championship in 86 years is out after one of the worst months in club history. In a joint statement released on Friday, the Red Sox announced they will not pick up the option on Francona’s contract for a ninth year in the wake of the team’s September collapse in which they blew a nine-game lead in the AL wild-card race. Owners John Henry, Tom Werner, and Larry Lucchino acknowledged a change was needed and thanked Francona, who led the franchise to titles in 2004 and 2007. But the statement also mentioned that Francona was ready to head in a different direction. “Tito said that after eight years here he was frustrated by his difficulty making an impact with the players, that a different voice was needed, and that it was time for him to move on,” the statement said. “After taking time to reflect on Tito’s sentiments, we agreed that it was best for the Red Sox not to exercise the option years on his contract.” The press release highlighted a whirlwind day at Fenway Park that saw all of the principal parties shuttle in and out of the facility. Francona was in the building three different times. Later, Henry was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital to be examined after a minor incident on his yacht, the Red Sox said. WBZ radio reported that he walked off his boat

wearing a neck brace. Boston missed the playoffs despite its nine-game lead with 24 left on Sept. 4. It went 6-18 after that, ending with a 4-3 loss Wednesday night in Baltimore amid reports of conditioning and clubhouse problems. The Red Sox did not win consecutive games all month. “I didn’t feel like the players need to go to dinner together, but they need to be fiercely loyal on the field,” Francona, who rarely criticized players publicly, said at a news conference after the announcement. “I didn’t always get that feeling and it bothered me.” He also said it was his decision to leave, although the owners seemed to want to make a change. “I’m not sure how much support there was from ownership. I don’t know that I feel real comfortable,” said Francona, wearing a long-sleeved dress shirt instead of the red Boston pullover he wore during games and postgame news conferences. “It’s got be everybody together. I was questioning that a little bit” Still, the official announcement praised Francona. “We have enormous respect, admiration and appreciation for Tito and the job that he did for eight years, including two World Series championship seasons and five playoff appearances,” the statement read. “His poise during the 2004 postseason was a key factor in the greatest comeback in baseball history, and his place in Red Sox his-

tory will never be forgotten. “We wish him only the best going forward.” General manager Theo Epstein released a statement earlier in the day, saying the club had not yet made a decision on Francona’s future. But he later revised his thoughts. “Nobody at the Red Sox blames Tito for what happened at the end of this season; we own that as an organization. This year was certainly a difficult and draining one for him and for us,” Epstein said. “Ultimately, he decided that there were certain things that needed to be done that he couldn’t do after eight years here, and that this team would benefit from hearing a new voice. “While this may be true, his next team will benefit more than it knows from hearing Tito’s voice. I will miss seeing Tito every day in the manager’s office, and I wish him and his family nothing but the best in their next chapter.” Francona said he didn’t know what he would do next but wants to stay in the game. He could be interested in the managerial opening with the Chicago White Sox. He was a manager in their minor-league system, even handling a team on which Michael Jordan tried his hand at baseball, before becoming manager in Philadelphia in 1997. He said he supports his bench coach, DeMarlo Hale, to replace him but there has been little speculation about who would take over. Asked about reports of drinking in the clubhouse during games by starting pitchers not playing that day,

Francona said, “I’d rather talk about generalities.” In Francona’s four seasons with the Phillies, they had a 285-363 record with their best coming in 1999 at 77-85. The Red Sox failed to make the postseason in Francona’s final two seasons but sold out every game since he replaced Grady Little after the 2003 season. “We met this morning to look back on the 2011 season and to consider the future of the Boston Red Sox, including my involvement with the club. I passed along my frustrations at my inability to effectively reach the players. After many conversations and much consideration, I ultimately felt that, out of respect to this team, it was time for me to move on,” Francona said. “I’ve always maintained that it is not only the right, but the obligation, of ownership to have the right person doing this job. I told them that out of my enormous respect for this organization and the people in it, they may need to find a different voice to lead the team.” The decision came as both of the American League Division Series were set to begin. So, obviously, the Red Sox were a hot pregame topic in Texas and New York. “I know how well liked he is by his players and that city and in baseball in general. He’s a great guy; he’s not just a good guy,” Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon said. “It’s not easy.”

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