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Lynch charges LRGHealthcare walking away from its mission In reaction to decision to curtail access for poor patients, governor questions hospitals’non-profit status BY MICHAEL KITCH THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
LACONIA — Governor John Lynch yesterday chastised LRGHealthcare for its decision to close its primary care offices to Medicaid patients and levelled a thinly failed threat to ask the New Hampshire
Attorney General to review the corporation’s nonprofit status. Through a spokesperson,Tom Clairmont, president and chief executive officer of LRGH, declined comment until he had an opportunity to weigh the full import of the governor’s statement.
On Tuesday, LRGH announced that a dozen of its primary care offices will no longer provide services to some 3,500 current and new Medicaid patients after the middle of next month. Emergency services will continue to be provided to Medicaid see MEDICAID page 12
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GILFORD — With the Town Hall public meeting room packed with onlookers, selectmen said last night their attorney had advised them to hold a public hearing before voting on whether or not to revoke a local strip club’s live entertainment license. see GILFORD page 10
Bruce Hooker along with his grandson Jackson pose with two of his Atlantic Giant pumpkins grown this summer in Hooker’s garden at his Belmont home. The smaller weighs in at 852 pounds while the larger pumpkin comes in at 1464.5 pounds, the largest Hooker has grown to date. (Karen Bobotas/for The Laconia Daily Sun)
1,464-lb. pumpkin is personal record for Belmont man BY ADAM DRAPCHO THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
BELMONT — Bruce Hooker has been growing giant pumpkins for several years. This year he produced a squash that is not only his personal best but one he believes to
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DETROIT (AP) — Jim Arrighi last saw Petey, his 4-year-old Jack Russell terrier, in the backyard of his home in Erin, Tenn. That was in July, and the 73-year-old retired electrician had nearly given up on seeing his pet again when he learned the dog turned up safe about 500 miles away in suburban Detroit. A Michigan Humane Society volunteer was expected to return Petey to Arrighi on Thursday morning. “This is just a little town and everybody is buzzing about it,” said Arrighi’s daughter, Tyanne Morrison. Most of Erin’s roughly 7,000 residents know one another, and many of them would recognize Petey, which is why Arrighi, Morrison and their friends suspect he was pooch-napped by an out-of-towner. Morrison believes Petey left his yard “and somebody picked him up.” “We searched. We knew someone had gotten him,” she told see DOG page 13
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Riot squads clear Wall Street protestors in Atlanta & Oakland ATLANTA (AP) — Police guarded newlycleared plazas early Wednesday in Atlanta and Oakland, Calif., after clearing Occupy Wall Street protest camps in both cities. Dozens of demonstrators were arrested in swift crack-downs by riot squads after local authorities lost patience with the rallies. Helicopters hovered and trained spotlights on downtown Atlanta as police in riot gear moved into a small city park just after midnight and arrested more than 50 protesters who had been there in tents for about two weeks.
Police and some neighbors in cities around the country have started losing patience as protesters prepare to settle in for winter in camps without running water or working toilets. Businesses and residents near New York’s Zuccotti Park, the unofficial headquarters of the movement that began in mid-September, are demanding something be done to discourage the hundreds of protesters from urinating in the street and making noise at all hours. In Oakland, riot police cleared protesters from in front of City Hall on Tuesday
morning, leaving a sea of overturned tents, protest signs and trash strewn across the plaza. Hundreds of officers and sheriff’s deputies went into the two week-old encampment with tear gas and beanbag rounds around 5 a.m., police said. Eighty-five people were arrested, mostly on suspicion of misdemeanor unlawful assembly and illegal camping. About 170 protesters were at the site. Early Wednesday, police stood guard and metal barricades surrounded Atlanta’s see PROTESTS page 8
5-year-old backs car onto Study finds after tax income for richest Ohio street, then calls 911 1% has almost tripled in the last 20 years MANSFIELD, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say a 5-year-old looking for her mother in Ohio backed a car out of the driveway, then called 911 for help. Mansfield police say Ameleah Kegley backed the car out Monday evening after returning from school to an empty house. According to the Mansfield News Journal (http://bit.ly/vBda4w) , her mother had gone to the hospital with an emergency and her father never got the message. Worried that her mother wasn’t home, Ameleah decided to look for her and started her mother’s 1999 Lincoln Navigator. It backed down the sloped driveway and came to a stop on grass across the street. The girl dialed 911, explained the situation and asked for quick help getting the car back home, because she said her mom would be upset with her.
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Global warming is losing influence Religious faith is a source of strength in many people’s lives. But religious faith when taken too far can prove ludicrous — or disastrous. On Oct. 22, 1844, thousand of Millerites, having sold all their possessions, climbed to the top of hills in Upstate New York to await the return of Jesus and the end of the world. They suffered “the great disappointment” when it didn’t happen. In 1212, or so the legends go, thousands of Children’s Crusaders set off from France and Germany expecting the sea to part so they could march peaceably and convert Muslims in the Holy Land. It didn’t, and many were shipwrecked or sold into slavery. In 1898, the cavalrymen of the Madhi, ruler of Sudan for 13 years, went into the Battle of Omdurman armed with swords, believing that they were impervious to bullets. They weren’t, and they were mowed down by British Maxim guns. A similar but more peaceable fate is befalling believers in what I think can be called the religion of the global warming alarmists. They have an unshakeable faith that manmade carbon emissions will produce a hotter climate, causing multiple natural disasters. Their insistence that we can be absolutely certain this will come to pass is based not on science — which is never fully settled, witness the recent experiments that may undermine Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity — but on something very much like religious faith. All the trappings of religion are there. Original sin: Mankind is responsible for these prophesied disasters, especially those slobs who live on suburban cul-de-sacs and drive their SUVs to strip malls and tacky chain restaurants. The need for atonement and repentance: We must impose a carbon tax or cap-and-trade system, which will increase the cost of everything and stunt economic growth. Ritual, from the annual Earth Day to weekly recycling. Indulgences, like those Martin Luther railed against: private jetfliers like Al Gore and sitcom heiress Laurie David can buy carbon offsets to compensate for their carbon-emitting sins. Corporate elitists, like General Electric’s Jeff Immelt, profess to share this faith, just as cynical Venetian merchants and prim Victorian bankers gave lip service to the religious enthusiasms of their days. Bad for business not to. And if you’re clever, you can figure out how
to make money off it. Believers in this religion have flocked to conferences in Rio de Janeiro, Kyoto and Copenhagen, just as Catholic bishops flocked to councils in Constance, Ferrara and Trent, to codify dogma and set new rules. But like the Millerites, the global warming clergy has preached apocalyptic doom — and is now facing an increasingly skeptical public. The idea that we can be so completely certain of climate change 70 to 90 years hence that we must inflict serious economic damage on ourselves in the meantime seems increasingly absurd. If carbon emissions were the only thing affecting climate, the globalwarming alarmists would be right. But it’s obvious that climate is affected by many things, many not yet fully understood, and implausible that SUVs will affect it more than variations in the enormous energy produced by the sun. Skepticism has been increased by the actions of believers. Passage of the House cap-and-trade bill in June 2009 focused politicians and voters on the costs of global-warming religion. And disclosure of the Climategate e-mails in November 2009 showed how the clerisy was willing to distort evidence and suppress dissenting views in the interest of propagation of the faith. We have seen how the United Nations agency whose authority we are supposed to respect took an item from an environmental activist group predicting that the Himalayan glaciers would melt in 2350 and predicted that the melting would take place in 2035. No sensible society would stake its economic future on the word of folks capable of such an error. In recent years, we have seen how negative to 2-percent growth hurts many, many people, as compared to what happens with 3 to 7-percent growth. So we’re much less willing to adopt policies that will slow down growth not just for a few years but for the indefinite future. Media, university and corporate elites still profess belief in global warming alarmism, but moves toward policies limiting carbon emissions have fizzled out, here and abroad. It looks like we’ll dodge the fate of the Millerites, the children’s crusaders and the Mahdi’s cavalrymen. (Syndicated columnist Michael Barone is senior political analyst for The Washington Examiner, is a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, a Fox News Channel contributor and co-author of The Almanac of American Politics.)
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LETTERS This Medicaid crisis wasn’t necessary; the Legislature created it To the editor, No one should be surprised but I was saddened to read today’s announcement that LRGHealthcare will no longer accept new Medicaid patients, thanks to the budget adopted by the 2011 legislature. With the knowledge that our state’s hospitals were already operating some $100-million in the red, this Legislature adopted a budget that cut hospital reimbursement by $250-million and eliminated all chance for these hospitals to achieve solvency. Our hospitals had few choices and they have opted for the one most of us have warned about repeatedly: closing the door to health care for neediest citizens. But all of us will feel the impact of this decision. If Medicaid recipients’ waits will be the longest in the emergency room, the rest of us will also experience greater delays in obtaining emergency care due to the increased volume in people using the emergency room as their primary care physician.
Individuals trying to manage their diabetes will have reduced access to their physicians, leading to more health-related crises which will tie up our ambulances and ERs. Disabled individuals will find it more difficult to get necessary care, as will the low income elderly residents of the Lakes Region. The list goes on and on. This situation was not necessary. Our Legislature could have adopted a budget that enhanced our hospitals’ ability to care for all of the state’s citizens. Our Legislature could have worked with the hospitals to adopt a reimbursement plan that balanced the needs of the state budget with the needs of our health care providers. The slash and burn work of this N.H. Congress has created unemployment and increased costs to N.H. towns (taxpayers). The impact of this budget will be felt for years to come. Cathy Merwin Meredith
Dad & I still have great memories of 1991 moose hunt together To the editor, First of all, I was very happy for the Bean family to have been given the opportunity to harvest such a awesome game animal. The experiences and memories of this hunt will long be a part of the Bean family history. As far as the folks who by some degree of uncontrolled emotions were offended by this picture they must respect all of us who appreciate the fact that we can still hunt in N.H. and have done so for generations. I for one was NOT offended and commend The Sun for publishing it and the brief story that followed. My father who is now 87 and I got the opportunity to harvest a moose
in 1991 and dad got his moose on the first weekend. A little more than a couple of months later he came down with eye problems that curtailed his ability to hunt. Its nice to know that dad and I still have the memories that we shared with my sons and friends. By the way the 440 pounds of meat that we put up wasn’t bad either. In closing I again thank The Sun for publishing this article that seems to me to be just as much a part of the fall traditions as carving jack-o-lanterns, leafstuffed dummies and the fall colors John T. McAuliffe Alton
If Obama were president I wanted we’d have fair trade, not free trade To the editor, Sen. Mitch McConnell (R - Kentucky) is in the news, wishing Pres. Obama would acknowledge the bipartisanship it took to pass the three new free trade agreements. Free trade agreements are so Republican! If Obama were the president I worked to elect, America, the changed, would now be signing Fair Trade Agreements. As it is, with more of the same,
of jobs leaving the country,” as H. Ross Perot so aptly put it during the 1992 election lead-up. Now they’ll be going to South Korea, Columbia, Panama. My brother Floyd, who follows these events too, says, “South Korea will under-sell us on high tech electronics, appliances and cars. That agreement is the end of Maytag, GM, Motorola, etc.” I say, look online at Public Citizens’ analysis by Lori Wallach.
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LETTERS What we’re truly missing is the ability to respectfully disagree To the editor, It appears after reading several articles written by a man from Tilton, that he would rather name call and verbally bully people, than have a rationale discussion on important issues. I find it sad that those who espouse and embrace tolerance , immediately turn around and write intolerantly of anyone who disagrees with their world view. He recently referred to the president of the Family Research Council (www.frc.org), Mr. Tony Perkins, as “Ayatollah Tony Perkins”. How can we take this seriously? It is okay to disagree with someone, but when one resorts to name calling, you just lost all real credibility to your argument and points. For the record, Mr. Perkins served our nation with distinction in the United State Marine Corps. (Semper Fi) He also served as a police officer, protecting his local community. He served two terms in the Louisiana State Legislature as holds a Masters degree from Louisiana State University. So a little bit of respect is due here, even if you disagree with Mr. Perkins political views. The man from Tilton is using a well known strategy to intentionally stifle and silence any honest open debate by using the terms he does, like homophobe, bigot, deceivers, Christian jihadists, intolerant, scumbag, ayatollah, right wing, insert insult of choice here, etc.. It is the writers clear attempt to intimidate with words. It is a finger pointing mentality, that clearly shows many of the writers ideas really do not have much merit or credibility, as he has to resort to name calling and verbal intolerance to silence opposition in order to substantiate his position. It is an effective strategy, until you see it for what it really is. Empty words.
I would say to those who truly believe in honest debate, no matter what side of the issues you stand on, that you take your position with integrity, character and respect those whom you disagree with. This is what has been truly missing in our culture these days, true civil discourse and respect. The idea to respectfully disagree. The only way to make it better is for all of us to work together towards that end and not allow those who want to cut off all debate on the issues with intolerant language, such as what we see coming from the man in Tilton. Let’s not loose our freedom of thought or speech and religion our 1st amendment rights out of fear and intimidation. America is the land of ideas and freedom. Stand firm for what you believe in. If you believe in traditional marriage, stand firm! If you believe in the right to life for all and are pro-life, stand firm! If you believe in the Bible, stand firm! If you believe in our country and our Constitution, stand firm! Respect those who don’t agree with you, but never back down from your beliefs and principles. So if you disagree with me, Stand Firm! (Just do it respectfully!) Never be afraid to stand up for what you believe in just because someone else tries to intimidate with intolerant words. That is what makes America a great nation! United We Stand, in the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave! Do not fear bullies. The Military code of conduct Article 6 states “I will never forget that I am an American, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.” Imagine if every American aspired to live this out each day. Gary Torressen Moultonborough
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Let’s acknowledge the great things Donna has done for M’boro To the editor, My earliest memories of life in Moultonborough include participation in the summer recreation program, with less than 10 kids in the beginning, all ages, at one playground, with Donna Keuthe running the daily program. Youth sports were the basic soccer, basketball, baseball seasons, with at least a month or more of down-time in between, and that was pretty much all the department (of one, Donna!) did for many years. With Donna’s vision and guidance, Halloween parties, awesome Haunted Houses, and many other programs and events for toddlers through the life span were added, year by year, the staff grew at a modest rate, all under Donna’s enthusiastic direction and fueled by her love of the youth of Moultonborough. You do not have that kind of success and career without criticism, but when was the last time anyone from
Moultonborough stopped to thank Donna for 30 years of dedication to our youth, for advocating for recreation in general, and for not giving up when all many can bother to do is criticize? As usual, today’s criticism of Donna (letter to the editor in the local papers) is without full facts, and laced with anger and opinion. I do not agree with every single decision that our dedicated recreation director has made in our recreation department, but neither do I with decisions made by the Selectboard, School Board, Police or Fire Chiefs, etc., etc. (Show me a perfect leader who doesn’t make mistakes and I will know I have died and gone to Heaven, literally.) Get the facts Moultonborough, and stop just for once and acknowledge the good, no GREAT, things that Donna Keuthe has done for many generations of Moultonborough youth. Becky Bryant Moultonborough
Check. Check. And check. Thank you President Obama To the editor, Bid Laden: Check. Gaddafi: Check. Troops home from Iraq: Check.
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To the editor, Mr. Veverka and Mr. Hightower would have you believe that any time a liberal imagines a need, the government should reach into your pocket, or at least your neighbor’s pocket, and take your (or his) money. Or, more accurately, the government should borrow money from the Chinese for which we promise repayment of principal, interest, and a little bit of the opportunities, freedom, and standard of living of our children, grandchildren, and future generations of Americans. Anyone who does not immediately jump at this “bargain” will be the target of name calling, lies, and hysterical personal attacks. This intimidation is to blame for a significant amount of our current approximately $15-trillion national debt and so many flawed government programs. The current target of Mr. Veverka’s invective is House Majority Leader Cantor, who had the audacity to respond to President Obama’s funding request for FEMA with a bill that doubled the requested funding and paid for it with spending cuts. For the audacity of balancing the new spending with spending cuts, Mr. Veverka calls Mr. Cantor a “heartless scumbag” who jeopardized people’s lives and property. Was anyone’s life or property in jeopardy because of Mr. Cantor’s bill? No. The House bill passed with plenty of time for Senate and presidential action before the current funding was exhausted. Actually it was Democrat Senator Harry Reid who delayed action on the bill. And, really folks, does anyone actually believe that federal emergency people would stand by and watch their fellow Americans die because there was a slight delay in funding from Washington? Have we changed that much so quickly? I hope not. Were the spending cuts, approximately $2-billion, so enormous that making the cuts would cause a hardship? No. Our government spends over $9-billion every single day, so we are talking about re-prioritizing less than 6 hours worth of spending. Was there uncommitted $2-billion that could easily have been cut to provide the FEMA money? Yes. At that same time President Obama was evaluating $2-billion in loan guarantees for alternate energy projects. Apparently President Obama, Mr. Hightower, Mr. Veverka, Senate Majority Leader Reid, and other Democrats are “heartless scumbags” who were willing to sacrifice people’s lives and property rather than delay or give up some of their pet alternate energy projects (which oddly seem to often be owned by major Democrat contributors). Did FEMA actually need any more money? No. President Obama’s FEMA operation is so incompetent that it didn’t realize it had enough money. Last Fall the American people voted to stop the reckless spending and start getting our nation’s finances in order. Every attempt by the new representatives in Congress to stop the reckless spending has been confronted by President Obama and other Democrat leadership with name calling and threats to shut down the government and to withhold payments to our sol-
Even the attempt to balance this tiny bit of FEMA funding with a spending cut was met with hysterical invective. Despite all their campaign promises President Obama and other Democrat leadership refuse to negotiate. They make demands and vilify Republicans who do not just fall in line. Americans who know history and who have their eyes open see the hardships that are happening in Greece and elsewhere because of excessive debt. We see the riots and destruction that result when government is forced to cut its reckless spending. But, the hardship in Greece is minimized because it is tiny and can be bailed out. The United States is too big to be bailed out. The hardships in Greece will look like a day at Disneyland compared to the hardships that Americans will suffer when our real debt crisis hits, and trillion dollar deficits bring that event closer every day. Democrats have gotten used to getting their way by name calling and intimidating their opponents. They have used these techniques to stifle opposition to their wasteful, ruinous, and often counter-productive programs. Finally, many Americans have had enough of it. The American people will have to choose between being called names and being vilified or the financial ruin of our country and for each of us personally. I wish I could say that you can count on Republicans to put us on the right path, but too many Republicans have been satisfied with just slowing down the Democrats mad dash to our financial disaster. Only the TEA Party is committed to restoring our country’s fiscal health. We are an obstacle to the major political parties “go along to get along” ways. The TEA Party is slandered and viciously attacked because we threaten the power of the current political establishment and their mutually supporting special interest groups. And, who are the TEA Party? We are parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, children, siblings, neighbors, friends, acquaintances,and strangers. We are just Americans of all kinds who are fed up with the lies, broken promises, mismanagement, corruption, crony capitalism, bailouts, subsidies, and counter-productive programs we get from politicians. We are just like you except we have already recognized that we must get involved to save our country, our liberties, and our children’s futures. TEA Partiers know that putting our country back onto a firm financial footing will not be easy. We know that it will take sacrifices, shared by everyone not just a few. But, we believe that our country, our people, our children, grandchildren, future generations of Americans, and liberty is worth the effort, sacrifice, and the hatred, threats, and vilification we encounter. You know that there is no such thing as a free lunch. You know that deficit spending must end to avoid guaranteed destruction. You know that passing debt for today’s comforts onto future generations is wrong. You know something must be done. Be part of the solution. Join a TEA Party. Support TEA Party endorsed candidates. Don Ewing
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LETTERS County commissioners have been silent about new union deals To the editor, The five or six current collective bargaining contracts with Belknap County employees all expire on December 31, 2011. Numbers are very difficult to obtain, but as nearly as I could find out, 10 years ago there were some 6,000 manufacturing jobs in Belknap County. Last year, there were about 2,400 — for a loss of about 60-percent of the factory workers who pay taxes. Any way it might be sliced, the county has lost over 3,000 taxpayers plus the taxpaying factories that employed them. Since every manufacturing job supports about seven other taxpaying jobs that means lots, and lots, less income to the county from taxes. We representatives are the County Convention, and the County Convention has to approve any new collective bargaining contracts. I have asked the County Commissioners how much time before December 31 when they all expire, is the County Convention to have to consider the six, or so, new collective bargaining agreements? This is especially important since we representatives will be very busy with the approximately 850 bills coming up in the new session, which starts on or about January 1, 2012. From a legislative standpoint, every person who wishes to make a statement on any of the 850 bills is given the opportunity to speak. At many of the last session’s meetings, we heard bills well into the evening hours, and on one occasion we were hearing bills up to 11:30 p.m.. Late or not, we agree,
that all who wish to speak should be heard. The handling of those 850 bills gives we representatives little time to attend to county business after the sessions start next January. Based on the preceding, I have asked the County Commissioners to have the new collective bargaining contracts in our hands no later than November 1. If the finalized agreements are not in our hands by November 1, that would put an enormous burden on the County Convention and would force us to work during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays and possibly to unnecessarily double up the county business into the new legislative session business that starts early in January. The County Commissioners have been curiously silent on whatever their goals may be for the new collective bargaining contracts. My goals (and my goals only) for the new collective bargaining contracts would be: 1. No increases in salaries or benefits for anyone. 2. A 10-percent reduction in salaries above $60,000 down towards $60,000, and no salaries above $99,000. 3. A maximum retirement benefit of three-fourths-of-the-average-salary (somewhat like it is in the military for lengthy service) of the last five years of employment. Rep. Robert Kingsbury Laconia
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BELMONT — Firefighters from six communities fought a stubborn recreational vehicle fire atop a hill off Cotton Hill Road yesterday morning that initially took firefighters a while to locate. Fire Chief David Parenti said the 45-foot by 10-foot recreational vehicle owned by the Sweeney family was completely engulfed in flames when firefighters reached to top of the winding driveway off Route 107. Parenti said the call came in at 6:24 a.m. from several people who could see smoke and flames but couldn’t provide an address. He said dispatch was able to use a variety of mapping techniques and were able to identify the address as somewhere between 108 and 110 Cotton Hill Road. Parenti said his initial fear was that someone was inside because there was no one outside the burning R.V. “I was quite relieved to learn it was unoccupied,” he said. He said the owners told him they purchased the recreational vehicle in 2005 for $350,000 and parked it on top of Cotton Hill where they owned some land. He said the family said they often spent weekends in the RV and were preparing to drive it to Florida in a few weeks.
LRGHealthcare: PUBLIC NOTICE LRGHealthcare Closes Primary Care Offices to Medicaid Patients No later than mid November, the following LRGHealthcare primary care offices will be closed to new and existing patients with Medicaid as their primary coverage: Andover Family Practice; Belknap Family Health in Belmont and Meredith; Caring for Women (women’s primary health care); Franklin Internal Medicine; Hillside Family Medicine; Laconia Clinic Laconia, Tilton and Franklin; Lakes Region Family Practice; Moultonboro Family Health; and New Hampton Family Practice. The plan, recently approved by the Board of Trustees, responds to unprecedented financial challenges faced by the organization and other hospitals and healthcare institutions across the state. Medicaid patients will continue to receive emergency services through the LRGH and FRH emergency rooms. Patients covered by NH Healthy Kids, and those receiving prenatal services at Caring for Women locations will continue to be cared for by their providers. Providers on the medical staff at LRGHealthcare, who are not employed or under contract with LRGHealthcare are independent businesses and must make their own decisions on this issue. LRGHealthcare has sustained several years of reductions in Medicaid payments, which have resulted in an annual reduction of $4 million. This loss, along with reduced demand for services from a weakened economy, has forced us to adjust staffing levels and consolidate overhead. As a result of these efforts, LRGHealthcare has realized a reduction in expenses of $14 million. However, we continue to be challenged with an operating loss of $4 million. Recent budget actions by the NH State Legislature further compromise the well-being of healthcare organizations in New Hampshire. We are saddened to have to take this action but, regrettably, have no choice. We intend to assist all patients in making a smooth transition of their records.
Parenti said the cause of the blaze is undetermined and the N.H. State Fire Marshal was asked to come to the scene. Assisting Belmont were firefighters and apparatus from Gilmanton, Gilford, Laconia and the TiltonNorthfield Fire Departments. Officers from Gilford and Gilmanton along with firefighters and apparatus from Franklin covered the Belmont station. He asked that if anyone has any information about this fire or was in the area early yesterday morning to please call the Belmont Fire Department at 2678333 and ask for Chief David Parenti, the Belmont Police Department at 267-8351 or the N.H. State Fire Marshal at 223-4289. PROTESTS from page 2 Woodruff Park, which was where — like in many American cities — protesters had camped out to rally against what they see as corporate greed and a wide range of other economic issues. Before police marched in, protesters were warned a couple times around midnight to vacate the park or risk arrest. Inside the park, the warnings were drowned out by drumbeats and chants of “Our park!” Organizers had instructed participants to be see next page
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The two ran down the pathway between the Soda Shoppe and the HealthLink building and threw the woman’s purse into some bushes along the side of the building. Canfield said they continued running with the woman’s wallet. He said the took an undisclosed amount of money and threw away the wallet near the front of the Funky Monkey night club. He said police are following a number of tips and leads, but are asking anyone who may have been in the area during this time to call police at either 527-5257 or at the Greater Laconia Crime Line at 527-1717. — Gail Ober
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meeting. During the public comment period, but after the hearing date was set and the vast majority of the audience had left, The Daily Sun asked selectmen if those five questions were to be addressed during Dunn’s allotted time for comment or, if not, could they be read into the record. Selectmen replied that the first question, regarding the time line of a non-public session held on the evening of the raid and when and where it was convened and/ or posted, would be detailed in a revised version of the non-public minutes. Selectmen did not allow the other four questions be read into the record by the reporter or Dunn. The questions poses were: 1. Were the selectmen together on or near the Mardi Gras property at the time of the raid? If yes, exactly where were they?” 2. Why did the Selectboard believe it appropriate and necessary to be at the Mardi Gras on the night of the raid and is there any precedent for their behavior?” 3. Was the Selectboard aware of the targeting of the Mardi Gras for a drug-related investigation by state and local forces before 6 p.m. on Oct. 18 and, before Oct. 18, did the Selectboard directly or through an intermediary, in any way encourage law enforcement to move against the Mardi Gras?” 4. Once the raid was completed and the selectmen were in the building, were they satisfied the amount of force used to conduct the raid — two SWAT teams, etc. — was necessary and appropriate? Were they satisfied that the amount of private property destruction they observed was necessary and appropriate? Dunn said he did present the selectmen and their attorney with the above questions but his only official reply was that neither he nor the board were willing to comment on them. On Wednesday, N,H. Chief Liquor Enforcement Officer Eddie Edwards said the investigatory team would complete its work and there would be a public hearing before the three state Liquor Commissioners likely within two or three weeks.
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LACONIA — Before LRGHealthcare announced that it would close a dozen primary care offices to some 3,500 Medicaid patients next month, it arranged with two rural health centers — Newfound Family Practice in Bristol and ProHealth in Franklin — and two community health centers — Health First Family Care Center in Laconia and Franklin — to accept the displaced patients. Newfound Family Practice and ProHealth are designated by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as “rural health clinics” under a federal program begun in 1977 to provide health care in rural and “medically underserved” communities. Both are affiliates of LRGHealthcare, but qualify for significantly higher Medicaid reimbursement rates MEDICAID from page one patients at both Lakes Region General Hospital and Franklin Regional Hospital. Patients enrolled in the New Hampshire Healthy Kids program and those receiving pre-natal care at Caring for Women will continue to be served by their providers. Other patients will be directed to rural and community health centers in the Lakes and Twin Rivers regions. Lynch dismissed the explanation offered by LRGH officials that the measures were taken to offset reductions in Medicaid reimbursement rates by noting that reimbursement rates for physician services have not been reduced. “LRGHealthcare’s decision to drop Medicaid patients is irresponsible and unnecessary,” he charged. Lynch conceded that the Legislature did reduce so-called “disproportionate share” payments, which are made to hospitals with relatively large shares of Medicaid patients, noting that the cut did not apply to Franklin Regional Hospital. Lynch said that the reduction was among the reasons he chose not to sign the state budget. The governor did not mention that at the same time the Legislature imposed the Medicaid Enhancement Tax (MET), a 5.5-percent levy on the net revenue of hospitals.
than its other primary care offices. Rural heath centers provide physician services as well as the services of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurse midwives, clinical psychologists, clinical social workers and registered dietitians. Moreover, the rural health centers offer visiting nurse services to homebound patients where CMS determines there is a shortage of home health agencies.HeathFirst is designated as a “federally qualified health center,” or FQHC, under a program established in 1991 to provide primary care in underserved urban and rural communities and is not affiliated with LRGH. Executive Director Rick Silverberg described FQHCs as “a step beyond rural health centers,” which like them qualifies for Medicaid reimbursement rates that approximate the cost of their services. Silverberg said that HealthFirst serves some 3,500
patients in Laconia and Franklin, about 30-percent of whom are without health insurance, and with the passage of the Affordable Care Act last year began preparing for increased enrollment by 2014. The action by LRGH accelerated the process. “To do it a little sooner is fine,” Silverberg said, stressing that “we’ve always enjoyed very good communication and coordination with LRGH. “We have the capacity, the space, the equipment and backroom staff,” Silverberg said, anticipating that the Laconia office at Normandin Square would likely have the largest influx of new patients. “We seen 50 people in the last two days since they received letters from LRGH,” he remarked. However, Silverberg acknowledged that “if substantial numbers of patients come to us, we will need to add staff — doctors, assistants and nurse practitioners — perhaps three or four people.”
Noting that LRGH joined nine of the state’s largest hospitals in suing the state for failing to adequately fund the Medicaid program, Lynch suggested that “it seems LRGHealthcare is punishing patients to advance its political and legal case. It is completely irresponsible,” he continued, “for LRGH to deny access to health care to those citizens who can least afford it and it is contrary to is mission as a nonprofit.” The governor closed by remarking that “given LRGH’s decision to walk away from a large part of its nonprofit mission, I think it would be appropriate for the Attorney General to review whether LRGHealthcare, and its associated primary care practices, still warrant nonprofit status.” Lynch’s rebuke marked a widening of a rift that opened in 2009 when LRGH led the effort that thwarted his effort to transfer the surplus of the New Hampshire Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association (JUA) to the state general fund, a struggle still being waged in court. Since then
LRGH has not only challenged the state Medicaid program but also filed amended tax returns claiming a rebate of $9-million from the state. LRGH has grown militant in defense of its financial plight, which it claims has worsened as the result of the state’s administration of the Medicaid program. In 2010, LRGH posted an operating loss of $2.3-million. The cost of serving Medicaid patients was $17-million and LRGH received reimbursement payments of $7.9-million, leaving $9.7-million in uncompensated costs. In 2012, LRGH will be liable for some $9-million in MET tax payments, which together with unreimbursed costs, represents a projected loss of operating revenue from the Medicaid program of $18.7-million. Ironically, just hours before Lynch scolded LRGH, Cathy Merwin of Meredith, wrote to the Laconia Daily Sun placing the responsibility for LRGH’s actions squarely on “the slash and burn work” of the Legislature.
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DOG from page 2 The Associated Press by phone on Wednesday. “We got on 4-wheelers and went all over the area. There had been some more dogs over the last few months that were missing.” While struggling with the loss of his dog, Arrighi also lost his wife, Juanita, who suffered from pulmonary disease and died Oct. 12. “Since my mother passed away, even I told him ‘why don’t we go to the pound to give a home to a puppy that don’t have a home,’” Morrison said. Last week, a homeowner in Rochester Hills, about 20 miles north of Detroit, saw Petey in his backyard and took him to a Humane Society animal care center. As it does with every recovered dog and cat, the Michigan Humane Society scanned Petey for an implanted microchip, which led the organization to its owner, spokesman Kevin Hatman said. Arrighi, who has been staying at Morrison’s home since his wife died, was thrilled to receive the call, she said. “He thinks my mother, who is in heaven, sent the dog back to him,” Morrison said. She said their local veterinarian likely recommended Petey get a microchip. “It was only about $70 total,” Morrison said. “Now, a lot of people are inquiring about it.” In September, an implanted microchip helped an INCOME from page 2 earned 53 percent of after-tax income in 2007, as opposed to 43 percent in 1979. —The top 1 percent reaped a 17 percent share of all income, up from 8 percent in 1979. —The bottom 20 percent reaped just 5 percent of after-tax income, versus 7 percent in 1979. Lawmakers and presidential candidates are mulling overhauling the tax code — some propose a flat tax that critics say could magnify the income gap — and a congressional “supercommittee” is weighing options to cut the deficit. President Barack Obama has toured the country promising to raise taxes on the wealthy in order to finance his jobs agenda, which includes continuing a payroll tax cut, boosting infrastructure spending and helping local governments avoid layoffs of teachers, police officers and firefighters. In a speech Wednesday, Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., the chairman of the House Budget Committee, decried Obama’s moves as “class warfare” and said GOP policies would preserve “equality of opportunity.” “Telling people they are stuck in their current station in life, that they are victims of circumstances beyond their control, and that the government’s role is to help them cope with it — well, that’s not who we are,” Ryan said at the conservative Heritage Foundation.
animal control agency in New York City locate the owners of Willow, a calico cat who turned up on a Manhattan street after going missing five years ago in Colorado. The Michigan Humane Society recommends that all pet dogs and cats get microchips implanted, in addition to making sure they have collars and identification tags. “It’s wonderful when we see microchip reunions, including those that seem like miracles,” said Marcelena Mace, shelter manager at the Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care. “It really proves that no matter how far your pet may travel, a microchip can help him find his way home.”
Microchips, which also are implanted in pet cats, are about the size of a grain of rice and typically injected near the animal’s shoulder blade, said Adam Goldfarb, director of pet care issues with the Washington, D.C.-based Humane Society of the United States. The chips do not have their own power sources and only can be found and read with a scanner. “In the last few years there has been a real jump in microchip usage, especially in animal shelters,” Goldfarb said. “There are not nearly as many that should be microchipped. Sometimes owners are not great in registering their animals with microchip companies or updating their home information.”
PUMPKIN from page one it is the second biggest pumpkin grown in the state this year. Still, he admits, “I’ve got a long way to go” if he wants to grow the biggest pumpkin in a given season. This year’s biggest, grown in Canada, weighted 1,818.5 pounds. “You try to beat yourself, don’t try to beat the world,” he said of his philosophy. Hooker, an antique clock repair man and property manager at the Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center in Laconia, said the prerequisite to grow a giant pumpkin is to build up the soil in which the fruit will be planted. “I don’t have the best soil, but it’s getting better and better each year,” he said, explaining that his home sits on land with a high amount of gravel in the soil and he’s been working each year to introduce nutrient-rich material into his pumpkin patch. “You’ve got to have good soil to have a great pump-
kin. You really have to feed the soil the proper nutrients so the soil can feed the pumpkin.” Hooker starts his seeds in late April. By May 10, he transplants the young plants into the ground, where they’re covered in their own private “hoop house” greenhouse, with heating cables in the soil and ceramic heaters to keep the early spring frost out of the air. He’ll plant five plants and prune them so that each plant will only produce one pumpkin. Around the end of June or early July, he’ll pollinate the flowers and hope for good weather. To get from a pollinated flower to a 1,500 pound squash by mid-October, the pumpkin has to grow – and quickly. Hooker said a prize giant pumpkin will grow at the rate of up to 40 pounds each day, most of that growth happens during the night-time hours. “Day to day, we can see that thing is growing. It grows so fast, that’s what fascinates us,” he said.
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MEREDITH — With one Inter-Lakes School Board member absent from the meeting on Tuesday night, the remaining six split evenly along the question of whether the district should schedule its annual March meeting on a Saturday morning, as it did last year, or on the Wednesday evening, as had been tradition in previous years. Also at the meeting, Superintendent Phil McCormack briefed the board on plans to begin a strategic planning initiative. The Inter-Lakes School District had, until last year, observed a tradition of holding its annual meeting on a Wednesday evening. However, two years ago, during a particularly contentious meeting, a resident complained that holding the event on a winter evening excluded many of the district’s older voters who were uncomfortable with the notion of driving after dark and negotiating the ice and snow of the parking lot. In response, the board elected to hold last year’s meeting on a Saturday morning. With a less controversial warrant, fewer people showed up to the meeting than in the previous year. At Tuesday night’s meeting, the board discussed whether to hold its district meeting for the current year on Saturday, March 10, or during a weeknight. “The sooner we can make a decision, the better,” said McCormack. Some board members, such as Carol Baggaley, were of the mind that if the meeting last year was held on a Saturday to see if attendance would increase, then more repetitions would be necessary to arrive at a scientific conclusion. “We tried it once, I don’t think it’s fair to judge it on one time,” she said. Board member John Martin agreed that the Saturday experiment needed more data points. “My desire is, which date we choose is going to be the date with the greatest attendance?” Lisa Merrill, board member, taking the other side of the argument, noted that rescheduling the meeting to accommodate one cohort of voters alienated another group. “There are people who work on weekends, I happen to be one, being a realtor... I don’t think I’m the only one with issues having it on a Saturday.” “I am in favor of the traditional day,” Board Member Howard Cunningham said, suggesting that all the parking near the high school’s auditorium be reserved for those with mobility issues.
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At a previous meeting, the board voted to hire a consultant to lead the district through a strategic planning process. McCormack said, with the consent of the board, he would submit a letter to the editors of local newspapers, soliciting applications of community members interested in serving on a steering committee which will direct the planning initiative. Describing the commitment as lasting six months, with a maximum of six hours spent each month, McCormack said the steering committee will be comprised of: two board members, the superintendent, a principal, a teacher from each of the three levels, a student, a community member from each of the three member towns, and one or two business or town leaders. If more applicants than available seats are received, McCormack said he and the board chairman will decide who will serve. The steering committee will be charged with establishing the district’s core beliefs, mission, vision and a plan for improvement. The work should be completed by May, he said. “I think we’re going to get going here pretty quickly.”
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Coroner rules Amy Winehouse drank herself to death LONDON (AP) — Amy Winehouse drank herself to death. That was the ruling of a coroner’s inquest into the death of the Grammy-winning soul singer, who died with empty vodka bottles in her room and lethal amounts of alcohol in her blood — more than five times the British drunk driving limit. Coroner Suzanne Greenaway gave a verdict of “death by misadventure,” saying Wednesday the singer suffered accidental alcohol poisoning when she resumed drinking after weeks of abstinence. “The unintended consequence of such potentially fatal levels (of alcohol) was her sudden and unexpected death,” Greenaway said. The 27-year-old Winehouse had fought a very public battle with drug and alcohol abuse for years, and there had been much speculation that she died from a drug overdose. But a pathologist said the small amount of a drug prescribed to help her cope
with the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal had nothing to do with her death. Instead, a resumption of heavy drinking killed the singer, best-known for her tall beehive hairdos and Grammy-winning album “Back to Black.” A security guard found Winehouse dead in bed at her London home on July 23. “She’s made tremendous efforts over the years,” said Dr. Christina Romete, who had treated Winehouse. But “she had her own way and was very determined to do everything her way.” Winehouse gave up illicit drugs in 2008, but had swerved between heavy alcohol use and abstinence for a long time, Romete said. The singer had resumed drinking in the days before her death after staying away from alcohol for most of July, she said. Romete said she warned Winehouse of the dangers of alcoholism. “
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LACONIA — Vernal O. Drake, 81, formerly of New Hampton, died October 25, 2011 at Saint Francis HealthCare, in Laconia. Born in Bristol, NH on February 15, 1930, he was the son of Otis and Lucy A. (Gray) Drake. He grew up in New Hampton and graduated from Bristol High School, Bristol and then he attended a post graduate year of high school at New Hampton Prep School, New Hampton. He resided in New Hampton for many years and then in Tilton for over ten years. He has resided in Gilford and Laconia for the past year. Vernal worked in his early years as a logger and then went in to the real estate business. He owned and operated the Lakes and Mountain Real Estate Office, Meredith, for many years and then Vernal Drake Realtor. He was a member and served as president from1975-1976, of Lakes Region Association of Realtors, also member and past president in 1980, of the NH Association of Realtors. He was the recipient of the Realtor of the Year Award in 1976 and 1982. He served the town of New Hampton as a selectman and was a member of the Meredith Lions Club and the Belknap County Democratic party.
Vernal is survived by his children, Susan Allen and husband Everett “Peter” of Gilford, Alvin Drake and wife Mary of Meredith, Linda Normandin and husband Paul of Laconia, Brenda Moynihan and husband Keith of Charlotte, NC, Betty Bilodeau and husband Guy of , William Drake, all of Manchester, seventeen grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, sister, Eleanor Bucklin, of Bradenton, FL, brothers, Melvin Drake of Alexandria, Kenneth Drake of California, MD, David Drake of New Hampton, many nieces and nephews, his companion Regina Snuffer of Tilton, and former wife, Janet (Poole) Drake of Manchester. Calling hours will be held in the Mayhew Funeral Home, Routes #3 and #104, Meredith, on Sunday 2 pm to 4 pm. A funeral service will be held at the New Hampton Community Church, Main St, on Monday at 1pm. The Rev. Scott Mitchell, pastor, and the Rev. Michael Gram, pastor of the Gilford Community Church, will officiate. Burial will follow in the New Hampton Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the lakes Region Board of Realtors Scholarship Foundation, 67 Water St., Suite 210, Laconia, 03246 or the Shiners’ Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris St, Greenville, SC. 29605.
Poetry & music presented at Moultonborough Library
M O U LT O N B O R OUGH — The Moultonborough Public Library’s monthly “Evening of Poetry” on Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 7:30 p.m., will offer a dramatic combination of poetry and music. Charlotte Cox, a Laconia poet, will present a series of poems Charlotte Cox (Courtesy photo) called “Between Two Worlds,” exploring the passages between birth, life, and death, and the richness of the never-ending cycle of life. Her poetry has appeared in the 2008 and 2010 Poet’s Guide to New Hampshire, PSNH’s Touchstone, The Poet’s Place, and a new anthology entitled The Widow’s Handbook. She has been a featured reader at Effingham, Moultonboro, and Rochester, and recently read at the Currier Museum’s 9/11 Memorial event, as well as the Exeter venue of the global event called 100 Thousand Poets for Change. She is also an active member of Poets in the Attic in Wolfeboro. Dana Cunningham is a pianist, composer, and
public speaker who lives and writes in the mountains of New Hampshire and western Maine. Her primary interest is in performing in concert, church, corporate, and retreat settings. She interweaves her original piano compositions and the spoken word, including the poetry of Rumi, Hafiz, Rilke, Mary Oliver, Maya Angelou, and others. She has recorded several CDs featuring her original work, including “The Color of Light,” “Dancing at the Gate,” and “Live at the Stone Mountain Arts Center,” under the Fountain Creek Music label. The “Evening of Poetry” series is organized by local poet and artist Priscilla Burlingham, who has engaged a series of guest hosts for the 2011 events. As host of the Nov. 1 evening, Cox will emcee a half-hour of open mic time for attendees to read their own poems. The event is free and open to the public; complimentary refreshments will be served.
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PLYMOUTH — There will be plenty of fun available Sunday, October 30, 6:30–7:30 p.m., when Plymouth State University welcomes area children, ages kindergarten -5th grade, to campus for a variety of Halloween events. Here’s what’s going on: — Belknap Hall: Trick or treating in the lobby — Grafton Hall: Decorated lounge with two floors trick or treating, accessible via elevator and stroller friendly. — Mary Lyon Hall: Three floors of candy with an elevator available — Smith Hall: Halloween party in the first floor recreation lounge. Games, candy, prizes and decorations. — Blair Hall: A Halloween decorating contest, see next page
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By Holiday Mathis SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your location will be an important consideration. Instead of going wherever your work takes you, consider a different approach. Go to the place you want to be, and then find work there. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You may have clashed with someone when first you met. You’ll benefit from giving this person another chance. Your natures are not so different, but your habits are. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Beliefs that are not based in reality are called “delusions,” a word that has such a negative ring to it. But should it? Who is to say what reality is, anyway? Pick one delusion, and hold on tight. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have a lot of good ideas, and now you need a plan. Whittle down your list. Pick three actionable items you can follow through on today. Action will bring you focus. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A relationship doesn’t have to be ailing to warrant attention. Fortunately, the No. 1 thing you can do to improve a relationship will also make you feel better: Care for yourself, and do a stellar job of it. TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 27). There will be a healing in your personal life this year. The chapter is complete, and you’ll turn a fresh page. In December, professional changes liven things up. You’ll toy with groovy new ways of doing things, and your playful approach wins applause. You’ll wander a bit in May and June and collect new friends. Capricorn and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 32, 40, 17 and 45.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19). You appreciate how wonderful it is to be alive at a time when so many new ideas are developing around you. You are feeling connected to all who share this moment in history with you. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Hop on board a trend, and have fun with it. This probably has to do with technology. It may not solve your problem or turn into any kind of long-term benefit at all. Still, you won’t be sorry you gave it a whirl. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When you get the chance to tell people a little bit about you, focus on one area of life. You have so many goals that it will be difficult for people to understand the entire scope of them. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Think about the times in the past when you accidentally landed in the right place at the perfect time and said the magic words. Be convinced of your own good fortune, and you’ll attract more of it. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Not all who hear voices in their heads are schizophrenic. You know this is true, because you are a person of very sound mind and yet there is a guide in your mind who speaks in crystal-clear tones. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). As you think about the task before you, you may get nervous. Your emotional response is normal. It shows how much you care. It doesn’t make you weak; it makes you human. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’re still on the fence about whether to throw yourself into a new venture. You can always take the more cautious route of tiptoeing into it. Do go forward either way. The only people who really fail are those who never try.
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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Thursday, Oct. 27, the 300th day of 2011. There are 65 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Oct. 27, 1811, inventor Isaac Merritt Singer, founder of the sewing machine company that bears his name, was born in Pittstown, N.Y. On this date: In 1787, the first of the Federalist Papers, a series of essays calling for ratification of the United States Constitution, was published. In 1858, the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt, was born in New York City. In 1880, Theodore Roosevelt married his first wife, Alice Lee. In 1886 (New Style date), the musical fantasy “A Night on Bald Mountain,” written by Modest Mussorgsky and revised after his death by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, was performed in St. Petersburg, Russia. In 1922, the first annual celebration of Navy Day took place. In 1938, Du Pont announced a name for its new synthetic yarn: “nylon.” In 1947, “You Bet Your Life,” starring Groucho Marx, premiered on ABC Radio. (It later became a television show on NBC.) In 1971, the Democratic Republic of Congo was renamed the Republic of Zaire (but it went back to its previous name in 1997). In 1995, a sniper killed one soldier and wounded 18 others at Fort Bragg, N.C. (Paratrooper William J. Kreutzer was convicted in the shootings, and condemned to death; however, the sentence was later commuted to life in prison.) One year ago: Dozens of Jewish extremists hoisting Israeli flags defiantly marched through the Arab-Israeli town of Umm elFahm, chanting “death to terrorists” and touching off clashes between rock-hurling residents and police. Today’s Birthdays: Actress Nanette Fabray is 91. Baseball Hall-of-Famer and sportscaster Ralph Kiner is 89. Actress Ruby Dee is 87. Actor-comedian John Cleese is 72. Author Maxine Hong Kingston is 71. Country singer Lee Greenwood is 69. Producer-director Ivan Reitman is 65. Country singer-musician Jack Daniels is 62. Rock musician Garry Tallent (Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band) is 62. Author Fran Lebowitz is 61. Rock musician K.K. Downing is 60. TV personality Jayne Kennedy is 60. Actor-director Roberto Benigni is 59. Actor Peter Firth is 58. Actor Robert Picardo is 58. World Golf Hall of Famer Patty Sheehan is 55. Singer Simon Le Bon is 53. Musician J.D. McFadden is 47. Rock musician Jason Finn (Presidents of the United States of America) is 44. Rock singer Scott Weiland is 44. Actor Sean Holland is 43. Actress Sheeri Rappaport is 34. Violinist Vanessa-Mae is 33. Actress-singer Kelly Osbourne is 27.
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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Better Together Lakes Region community converstation and celebration at the Gilford Community Church Fellowship Hall. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free dinner and presentation. Preregister at 524-1741 (X15) or write shannonr@ lrcs.org. 5th Annual Doris “Granny D” Haddock evening hosted by Belknap County Democrats. 6 p.m. at the Belknap Mill in Laconia. $25. For tickets write Liz Merry at estikemerry@ metrocast.net or Ed Allard at nyedwin@aol.com. Pumpkin carving at the Laconia Community Center. 6 to 8 p.m. $7 per pumpkin. To register call 524-5046. Plymouth Regional Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours networking event. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. the Federal House Inn on Rte. 25. Drummer Yoron Israel and High Standards at the N.H. Jazz Center at Pitman’s Freight Room in Laconia. 8 p.m. $10. BYOB. 3rd Annual “A Knight for the Children” gala at the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa Conference Center in Laconia. 6 to 10 p.m. Dinner. Entertainment. Live and silent auctions. All to benefit the Greater Lakes Child Advocacy Center. $40. For tickets call 524-5497. www.gl-cac.org. Fall open house hosted by the Hawk Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Laconia Municipal Airport terminal. Open to adult members interested in air crews and ground search and rescue teams. For more information contact CP@nhwgcap.org or capperron@ gmail.com. Bristol Historical Society hosts the annual New Chester Meeting. 7 p.m. at the Old Town hall on Summer Street. Free and open to the public. Refreshments. For more information call 744-2751. 3rd Annual “A-Ha!” N.H. Social Media Business Summit at Gunstock Mountain Resort. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $75 registration. More information at www.AhaNH.com. Inter-Lakes Fifty Plus Club meeting. 1:30 p.m. at the St. Charles Parish Hall. Anyone 50 plus years old is welcome. For more information call 253-9916. Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Thursday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518. Goss Reading Room Chess Club. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. each Thursday on Elm Street in Laconia. All ages and skill levels welcome. Will teach. Giggles & Grins playgroup at Family Resource Center in downtown Laconia (635 Main Street). Free group for parents children from birth through age 5. For more information call 524-1741. Senior exercise time at the Meredith Community Center. 9 to 10 a.m. Beginning volleyball play at the Meredith Community Center. 7 to 9 p.m. $1 per session. Toddler Time at the Gilford Public Library. 11:30 a.m. to noon. Songs, stories and a craft. Sign-up required. Tales for Tails at the Gilford Public Library. 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. All children invited to read a story to “Sam” and “Brady”. Crafters’ Corner at the Gilford Public Library. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your latest design. Program on researching family history using census records. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Gilford Public Library. Preschool Story Time at the Meredith Public Library. 1 to 10 p.m. For ages 3-5. Pumpkin Party. Bring a pumpkin and your costume. Brown Bag Book Group meeting at the Meredith Public Library. Noon to 1 p.m. “Verna Jean Learns to Drive” by Jennifer Niven. Bring your lunch.
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Franklin Footlight Theatre’s ‘Little Me’ production opens November 10 LACONIA — Franklin Footlight Theatre’s production of Neil Simon’s “Little Me,” will open with the first of five performances at the Franklin Opera CALENDAR from preceding page
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The iconic Preservation Hall Jazz Band from New Orleans in concert at the Silver Center for the Arts at Plymouth State University. 8 p.m. For tickets call 5352787. silver.plymouth.edu Haunted Farm on the Alexandria Town Common. 7 to 9 p.m. Eight acres of screams. Donations accepted. Visit hauntedalexandria.com for directions and other information. Haunted corn maze at Moulton Farm in Meredith hosted by the Moultonborough Academy Class of 2014. 7 to 10 p.m. $6 per person. Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 9:30 to 11 a.m. each Friday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518. Giggles & Grins playgroup at Family Resource Center in downtown Laconia (635 Main Street). Free group for parents children from birth through age 5. For more information call 524-1741. Climbing wall at the Meredith Community Center. 5:30 to 7 p.m. $5 for adults and $3 for children. Adult (18+) dodgeball play at the Meredith Community Center. 7 to 9 p.m. $1 per session. Lakes Region NH Works Networking Group. 9 a.m. to noon at the Taylor Community’s Woodside building in Laconia. Free for professionals either in transition or working. RSVP required at 528-9301. Spooky Halloween Tea Party For Tots at the Meredith Public Library. 9:30 a.m. to noon. For ages 1-3. Costume Party and Parade at the Giford Public Library. 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Knit Wits gathing at the Gilford Public Library. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. All knitter welcome. ‘Autumn Leaves’ musical production by the Music Clinic Theater Company in Belmont. 7 p.m. Performance features seasonal songs from several genres. Reservations are recommended. Call 603-677-2777 for tickets.
House on Thursday, November 10 at 7:30 p.m. Utilizing the local talents of more than 45 cast and crew headlined by Krystal Boynton, Lynn T. Dadian, Spencer Costigan, Vince Ribas, Bo Guyer, Rodney Martel, Kyle Adams, Jack Finley, Denise Steadman, Jen Simpson, Sue Bitteto, Stephanie McNabb, and John Masse, and directed by Jule Finley and Matt Potter, this energetic production is guaranteed to decrease doldrums, deny depression, and fire your fancy. “Little Me” is the story of a social climbing young girl who seeks culture, social standing, and cash, lots of cash. Struggling with life on “the wrong side of the tracks” and falling in love with a boy who has it all (including a mother who doesn’t want to share it), Belle’s saga is a roller coaster ride of humorous ups and downs intertwined with world events. From the first curtain the laughs and smiles are non-stop in typical Neil Simon fashion, a name synonymous with relentless comedy, all punctuated by lively songs and memorable music. Appearing for one week only, there will be five performances beginning on Thursday and Friday, November 10-11 at 7:30 p.m., with two shows Saturday at 2 p.m and 7:30 pm, and finishing the run with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are available through the Middle’s website at www.themiddlenh.org or by calling the ticket office at 934-1901. The Middle operates at the historic Franklin Opera House/City Hall at 316 Central Street, Franklin.
Spencer Costigan and Krystal Boynton play the lead roles in the Franklin Footlight Theatre’s production of “Little Me” which opens November 10. (Courtesy photo)
Reception for historical society exhibit on November 2 LACIONIA — Laconia Historical and Museum Society will hold a reception for its’ fall exhibit, “A Tree’s Many Branches: The Legacy of Laconia’s Jewett Family” on November 2, from 5-7 p.m. on the second floor of the Laconia Public Library . The exhibit will be on display at the library during normal library hours. It accompanies the recent publication of The Day Book of Jeremiah Smith
Jewett, edited by LHMS’ Brenda Polidoro. For six generations the Jewett family has been careful stewards of history, collecting, documenting, and chronicling historic events and everyday life in the Laconia area. This exhibit is a tribute to the family and will feature items from LHMS’ large Jewett Collection. A Tree’s Many Branches is made possible through the support of the Laconia Public Library.
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX
Dear Annie: My husband, “Harry,” and I have been married for 32 years. Recently, he lost his job because of disability. I work two jobs to support the family. Six months ago, Harry suggested we sell our house and move to his old hometown two hours away. I refused because of my jobs and our children, who live near us. Harry says he spends too much time alone while I work. He also doesn’t like that I have the grandchildren over, saying I care more for them (and my job) than I do for him. I know he feels bad because he cannot work, and I have tried to find him hobbies. He has been visiting his hometown twice a week. At first, I thought he had someone else on the side, but he says he just likes to be there. It’s comfortable. Now he says he is going to move to his hometown without me. He told me he still wants to “date” and stay in our home once a week so he can see the grandchildren and work on our marriage. I am confused. It seems Harry isn’t sure he’s still in love with me. Now I will have to find a third job just to make the house payment. I am so hurt and angry. What should I do? -- Nervous Nellie Dear Nellie: We think Harry is depressed and adrift. His hometown provides a soothing cocoon and a reminder of better times. Right now, you need to consider your own welfare. We recommend you talk to an attorney to make sure you are protected. You may need to sell the house and move into a smaller, more affordable place. Decide whether you wish to “date” Harry, relocate to his hometown or divorce him. Some short-term counseling could help with these decisions, and although it would be useful for Harry to go with you, if he refuses, please go without him. Dear Annie: I share a job with “Joan,” my co-worker. We each know what tasks have to be done, and together, we are
responsible for making sure everything gets done. Frequently, when Joan is off doing one thing, I will start on another. I am not the type to sit around doing nothing until she is free to start the next task. When she returns, she invariably says, “I can help with that,” in a tone that conveys the message that I shouldn’t have started without her. I never know how to respond. I’ve said, “Sure,” but what I really want to say is, “You don’t need an invitation.” However, I don’t think that would go over well. Today, a phone call needed to be made. Joan sent me a note asking about it, and I took care of it. She then confronted me, saying she would have done it herself but I “took over.” She has been doing this job longer than I have, so why does she seem so insecure? What can I do when this happens again? -- Diana in Detroit Dear Diana: Some people need constant reassurance that they are valued. You don’t have to cater to Joan’s insecurity, but it helps to get along with co-workers. Tell her you aren’t trying to “take over” and that you simply want to get the job done and divide the work so neither of you is overextended. Inform her before making a phone call to ensure you aren’t repeating something she has already done. Periodically ask her opinion. Reassure her that the office would collapse without her. It requires little effort for you to give her the impression that she is important. Ignore the rest. Dear Annie: I chuckled while reading the letter from “Stressed Out by Picky Eaters,” whose family members drive her crazy with their food preferences. It brought back memories of an old friend who had a sign in her kitchen: “You have two choices for dinner: Take it or leave it!” -- That Works in My House, Too
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CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859.
BORDER Collie Pups- Vet checked, shots. Good watch dogs. Black/White. $350. 524-4616
2002 F-150 XLT: 2WD, 90k miles, long bed, tow package, sliding rear windows, roof lights, (5) new tires plus studded snows, garaged. $5,500. (603)247-2098.
TOP DOLLAR PAID for junk cars & trucks. Available 7-days a week. P3 s Towing. 630-3606
FREE Kittens: Litter trained & playful, ready to go to good, loving homes. 528-6482. ROTTWEILER Pups, AKC, tails, shots done, parents on premises, $600-$800. 340-6219
2003 GMC Yukon- Clean, leather, maroon, new tires & exhaust. Great stereo. $102K. $8,900 or B/O. 387-4537 or 387-6969
Announcement
2005 4x2 Mercury Mariner only 16,200 miles, 6 cylinder, automatic, many extras, $11,740. 279-6157
WE Pay CA$H for GOLD and SILVER No hotels, no waiting. 603-279-0607, Thrifty Yankee, Rte. 25, Meredith, NH.
2005 Suburban LT: Lots of new parts (warranty), all the goodies and more, incredible winter truck! $14,500. Call Bill, 528-0001.
Autos 1985 Dodge Diplomat 4-door Sedan. Fair condition, $1,000/BO. 603-387-3290 1996 Saturn SL2: 4-Door, Auto, A/C, Alloys, New Tires, Fully Inspected w/20-Day Plate, $1,850. 603-991-9969.
91 Dodge 250 4X4 Pickup- 124K miles, good shape for the year. $3,200/BO. 455-9313 ABANDONED Vehicle Auction: 2003 Hyundai Accent, 130k miles, needs work, bidding starts at $4,000. 335 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 8am-10am, Saturday, 10/29.
TOP Dollar Paid- $150 and up for unwanted & junk vehicles. Call 934-4813
BOATS Aluminum Boats & Motors. 14 Grumman-$1000; 12 Smokercraft-$250; 12 Starcraft-$250. Honda 5.0 HP 4 stroke-$500; Evinrude 18 HP 2 stroke long shaft-$350.00; Mercury 18 HP 2 stroke long shaft-$250. 279-4140.
Galvanized Venture Boat TrailerSingle axle for 18-21 ft. boat. Like new. $1,600. 455-9313
Loadrite 2004 Boat Trailer. New condition, good for up to 18 ft. boat, 1500 lbs. $600. 603-387-8513
BOATS MOBILE SHRINKWRAPPING 24 Years Experience $10 ft. ~ Group Rates
581-4847 (previously 527-0032)
Call Marc or Bengi Serving the Lakes Region
Child Care LOOKING for mature teen to watch 11-year-old son occasional weekend nights. Must have transportation. 603-707-6970 MEREDITH grandmother offering childcare in my child-friendly home. Will transport to and from school. 393-9079
For Rent Alton 2-bedroom- Large living room, fireplace, island kitchen, deck, garage, laundry area. $950/Month, includes heat, hot water, metered water. No smoking/Pets. Call 603-875-7182 APARTMENT to share. Central Laconia own room, bath $100/wk includes all. Ask about reduced rent program. 393-1325. 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 2 bedroom apartment, heated, walking distance to shopping, $195.00/wk, no pets, one month security deposit. Call
527-9221 BELMONT at the Bypass, 2 bedroom, basement storage, $865 plus utilities security and
For Rent
For Rent
Belmont large 3 bedroom with yard and shed. References & security deposit. $940/Month. 603-630-3770
LACONIA2-Bedroom. $850/Month, heat/hot water included. Close to schools and downtown. Storage and parking. 455-5352
BELMONT Large Duplex, very nice 2+ Bedroom, washer/dryer hook-ups, Pets? $1,000/month + utilites, 603-393-6415. BELMONT 3 bedroom, 1 bath house for rent. Large yard. Pets allowed. Oil heat. Washer/Dryer hookup. $1,100 per month plus security deposit. References required. 455-4055. Bristol- 2 bedroom downtown, walk to everything. Cute & cozy, washer/dryer hook-up. $650/Month. 455-3864 CENTER Harbor House- One bedroom, year-round, propane central heat, tenant pays all utilities, tenant does all yard maintenance. No pets/Smoking. credit report required, verified income, references. $400/Month, security. Call between 6PM-8PM 603-707-8751 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
Quiet riverside location in downtown Laconia. Shared kitchens and bathrooms. Make Riverbank Rooms your Home. 524-1884
Laconia- 20 X 40 Heated garageInside/outside storage. $350/Month. 603-528-8005 LACONIA- 3 bedroom house. $1,000/Month + utilities. No pets, references & deposit. 524-9665 LACONIA3 Bedroom, fresh paint, urethane hardwood floors, private entrance, on-site plowed parking, private playground. Heat/Hot water included. No pets. $850/Month. 3 to choose from. (603) 455-6115 LACONIA-VERY large apartment 1,200 sf. Includes garage, laundry hookups, porch. No pets. $850 +utilities. 603-455-0874 LACONIA. Very nice one bedroom apt. Clean, secure downtown location. Spacious, just repainted, heat hot water and elec. included, $175/ week. 524-3892 or 630-4771. LACONIA 2-Bedroom; Family neighborhood. Large, clean & bright, washer/dryer hook-ups, parking, porch. Ref. & deposit required. 603-318-5931 LACONIA: Beautiful, large 1BR, large living room, hardwood floors, modern kitchen & bath, washer/dryer, Pleasant St. Heat & hot water inlcuded. $775/Month. 528-6885.
FRANKLIN: 3BR Mobile home for rent, $750 plus utilities, Security deposit required, no pets.. 279-5846.
LACONIA: Duplex, near downtown, 2-Bedrooms, $750 +utilities. References & deposit required. Available10/1/11. 387-3864.
Gilford: 2 bedroom, 2nd floor. All utilities included. $1,000/Month. No smoking and no dogs 528-5540.
LACONIA: Why rent a room when you can have your own efficiency apartment for as low as $130 per week with utilities included. References & Security deposit required. No Dogs. 524-4428
GILFORD: 2-bedroom apartments from $250/Week. Heat & utilities included. Pets considered. Security & References. 556-7098 GILFORD: Newly renovated 2 bedroom house, applianced kitchen. Sun porch, basement with washer/dryer hookups, heat/hot water included, walking distance to shopping. No pets/smoking, one month security deposit, $950/month. Call 527-9221. LACONIA 2 bedroom, 2 story apartment with access to basement and attic, $230/week including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com. Laconia 2/3 Bedroom Apartment. Includes heat/hot water. References & deposit. $215/Week. 524-9665 Laconia 3-4 Bedroom. Huge enclosed porch, washer/dryer hook-up. No pets. First + Security. $950/Month. 387-6810 LACONIA Condo - super locationvery large 3BR/3 full bath condo with super view of lake/walk to beach. Laundry room; 2 storage rooms; study off master BR; new appliances; new carpeting; deck off living room/master BR. $1150/month plus security. Available 10/22/11; call 528-1850 or 486-3966. LACONIA Spacious, clean and energy efficient units w/ washer/dryer hookup2 BR, $825/month 2 BR, $800/month BELMONT 2 BR, $725/month; washer/dryer hookup Call GCE @ 267- 8023 LACONIA waterfront condo rental, 1-BR next to Naswa, private beach, no dogs. $675/mo. 978-855-2112 LACONIA, Clean, 1 Bedroom Apartment, First Floor, Small Porch, Walking Distance to Library, No Smoking, $695/mo., Includes heat. 524-2507 Laconia- 1 Bedroom, nice yard, parking & utilities included. No pets/No smoking. $700/Month.
LACONIA: Bowman St. 2nd floor 2 BR apartment, heat and water included, parking, security deposit. No pets. $190/week.(603)267-7949. LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments. Call for available apartments. 524-4428 LACONIA: NICE 3 bedroom apt/house, clean, quiet, newly renovated near park. Short walk to town and schools. Snow removal $1,100/mo.. Heat & hot water included. Washer & Dryer hookups, pets welcome. Call 524-0703. LAKEPORT-4 room 2 bedroom 2nd floor, lake view. Includes washer/dryer, snow removal, landscaping, off street parking. $180/week. No dogs/No Utilities/No Smoking. References & credit check a must. Call Rob 617-529-1838 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 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. Newly remodeled Weirs Beach First Floor Two 2-Bedrooms i Nice, washer/dryer hook-ups. $950/Month, Heat/hot water included, $500/security Call 494-3232. NORTHFIELD: Trailers for rent in small park with on-site laundromat. 2 bedroom $225/week, 3 bedroom $235/week, includes heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234,
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For Rent
For Sale
Furniture
PREFERRED RENTALS
DUNCAN Phyfe Drop-leaf pedestal table $150. New granite vanity top-Desert Gold-with white undermount sink and backsplash 37x22 fits standard 36x21 vanity $125. 279-4760.
100 year old 58” cherry rolltop desk, in very good condition, $900; Cherry table w/4 chairs, $200; Cherry chest of drawers, unique, $250. All best offer. Call Bill, 528-0001.
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
ENTERTAINMENT Center: Solid wood, light pine, arched top, molding, viewing for 32” TV with slide-in doors, storage area below with 2 doors, 80”Hx43”Wx23”D. Asking $250/best offer. Call 279-8267. HOT tub cover (new) round 6 diameter tan paid $289 sell for $150. 524-7525 LENNON Hearth Product 20,000 BTU, direct vent propane fireplace. Beautiful unit. Must sell! $450 or B.O. 934-4447 Masterfly Tying Set. 524-1961
WATERFRONT Winter Rental: 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath home washer/ dryer/dishwasher. Weirs Blvd., Laconia/Weirs. $850/month. +utilities. 393-0458. WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency and a cottage including heat, hot water & lights. $150-$175/week. $400 deposit. Also 2BR single family house, $1,150/month, includes all utilities. $1,150 deposit. No pets. 387-3864.
WINTER RENTAL CEDAR LODGE Weirs Beach, Open Year Round ... Studios, 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom condos starting at $575 per month. Please call Wendy at 366-4316.
For Rent-Commercial
New Acorn Chair Lift Model 120 Superglide. Right hand unit with hinge. 16 ft. rail 17 ft. 8 3/4” with hinge. will fit any stairs that length or shorter. Paid $3,000 sell for $2,250. 528-6570 NEW pet carrier, medium size. Pine computer desk, Lazy Boy recliner-dusty rose tweed. 527-1657 NEW, 48 inch, cherry vanity, granite top and backsplash, with mirror. It cost $2700. Make me an offer 603-707-9293. ORECK XL vacuum like new with portable handvac plus never-used steam iron cost $359 asking $180. 524-2035. SMALL Ornate Woodstove: Best offer, (603)524-9504.
Steel Buildings
Laconia-O’Shea Industrial Park 72 Primrose Drive •10,000 Sq, Ft. WarehouseManufacturing. $5,800.00 • 3,000 Sq. Ft. Office Space $2,800.00 • 3,340 Sq. Ft. WarehouseManufacturing $1,800.00
FHA Heat/AC 3 Phase Power 72 Primrose Drive, Laconia
(603)476-8933 DOWNTOWN: 666 Main Street. Approximately 1,000 square feet with storage in basement. $750/month, heat included. 524-4428 LAKEPORT: 57 Elm Street. Approximately 900 square feet. $650/month plus utilities - gas heat. 524-4428
For Sale 30” Frigidaire electric stove, very good condition, $100/ obo. 520-3663.
Reduced Factory Inventory 30x36 – Reg $15,850 Now $12,600. 36x58– Reg $21,900 Now $18,800. Source# 1IB, 866-609-4321 Treadmill- Image Model 150R $150. 1950’s Hamilton Greyhound wagon. $100. 393-9693
WANTED TO BUY Gold, (scrap rings, jewelry, etc.) Silver, (coins, flatware, etc. )
Antiques & Unusual Items Call 279-3087 or Stop In at
Waukewan Antiques 55 Main St. Meredith
“WESTERN Flyer” red wagon 32year-old 3 x 16” all wood body used once $65 firm. 524-2035.
Furniture Lazy Boy Englander Sofa. Red, blue, green & gold floral print. 70 inches. Excellent, clean condition. Asking $200/BO. 520-5345
AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”. CIDER Apples $4/per bushel or best offer. Bring your own container. 382 Union Rd. Belmont Custom Glazed Kitchen Cabinets. Solid maple, never installed. May add/subtract to fit kitchen. Cost $6,000 sacrifice $1,750. 833-8278 Dremel Jig Saw $100. Receiver hitch platform w/chock & ramp $125. Summit Viper climbing tree stand $125. $279 New. 340-7066 ELECTRIC
Wheelchair:
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AMAZING! Beautiful Queen or Full-size mattress set, Luxury Firm European Pillow-top style, Fabulous back & hip support, Factory sealed-new 10Yr. warranty. Cost $1095, sell $249. Can deliver
SOFA- Klaussner, like new, neutral sge green, $275. Call Gilford cell 387-4806 evenings after 5pm.
TAI CHI
524-4780
Mobile Homes New 14’ Wides
From $25,995. or $1,300 down 240 @ $195 Apr 7%
REQUEST FOR bids For snow plowing: 2011-2012 season. Submit bids by November 10th, Laconia Lodge of Elks PO Box 676 Laconia, NH 03247
Free FREE Pickup for your unwanted, useful item garages, automobiles, etc. estates cleaned out and yardsale items. (603)930-5222.
SMALL private school in the Lakes Region seeking substitute teachers. Please send resume to Lakeland School 40 Meredith Center Rd., Meredith, NH 03253
T&B Appliance Removal. Appliances & AC’s removed free of charge if outside. Please call (603)986-5506.
SUMMIT RESORT Now Hiring Part-Time Housekeepers Flexible hours & competitive wages. (Saturdays a must).
CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS. Call 737-2020 or email us at
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YARD HELP WANTED for Gilford Home Center Apply in Person 32 Gilford East Dr.
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Alton Central School Educational Para-Educator Alton Central School in Alton, NH is seeking an Educational Para-educator for the remainder of the 2011-2012 academic year. This position will involve working with students in grades 4 and 7. This assistant will consult and collaborate with classroom teachers, assist with online educational programs, and other tasks as necessary to support students’ academic achievement. High school diploma and/or equivalent; Associate’s Degree or at least two years of higher education preferred. Please submit letter of interest, three recent letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and certification to: Sydney Leggett, Principal Alton School District – SAU #72 252 Suncook Valley Highway Alton, NH 03809 Deadline: November 9, 2011 EOE
Home Care: at the Very Heart of Healthcare….. Enjoy job flexibility, set your own hours, provide care to one patient at a time.
Instruction 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.
JCS Hiring 2nd shift 4:15-10pm Sun-Fri we are looking for highly motivated individuals with great attitude. No exp. required. This is a high paying, commission based, appointment scheduling position; top performers make $19-$25 per hour. For interview call Christina Pagliarulo at 603-581-2452 EOE
CENTRAL NEW HAMPSHIRE VNA & HOSPICE
4 year 13.7 upright freezer. Not frost free. $175 284-7747 6 pc. twin bed set, 2 beds 2 mattresses, lg dresser and nightstand. 2 new Thomasville Cherry end tables, framed Cherry mirror, 2 maple rocking chairs new cushions, Elliptical exercise machine good shape w/ AB unit. Custom TSM 18” Rims with tires 5 lug pattern (Audi). All priced to sell. Call 630-3408 or 528-3703
Help Wanted is looking for a parts professional for their Laconia location. Previous dealership experience required. Good customer service skills and good communication is a must. Qualified candidate must also be willing to work Saturdays, and possess good telephone, administrative and computer skills. Drug screen required. Call Shawn at 729-1080 or email resume to IvesterS@AutoServNH.com
BELKNAP LANDSCAPE COMPANY is hiring numerous temporary, on-call positions for its Snow Removal Division to include: Equipment Operators, Route Leaders & Shovelers. Prior experience in snow removal a plus. Must be dependable & flexible. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid drivers license & reliable transportation, able to lift heavy objects, able to work long shifts and able to drive in snowstorms to get to jobsite. All applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen & physical. Apply to HR at: Belknap Landscape Co., Inc., 25 Country Club Rd, Unit #302, Gilford, NH 03249. Phone: (603) 528-2798 Fax: (603) 528-2799 email: rblackey@belknaplandscape.com
Double Wides From $49,995 Modular Cape $62,995 2 Story $82,995 Over 15 homes on display, worth the trip! WWW.CM-H.Com Open Daily & Sunday
Camelot Homes Rt. 3 Tilton, NH
Motorcycles 1995 Harley Davidson Ultra-New Motor, Less than 2,000/miles, Great shape! $4,900. 603-848-0014 2000 Harley Davidson, Ultra Classic, metallic green & black, new motor, many accessories, asking $7950 Paul 603-752-5519.
Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz
(603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH.
Instruction
Recreation Vehicles
KARATE
1993 24 ft. Komfort camper with 1 slideout. $1,300 or best offer. 293-2878
Adult and Children's Karate (Ages 4+) classes held in Laconia, Gilford, Meredith and Moultonborough. Improves balance, coordination, focus, strength and flexibility.
524-4780
Real Estate FOR Sale By Owner: 2-Bedroom house, 1-1/4 bath. 180 Mechanic Street, Laconia. 524-8142.
Rowell's Sewer & Drain
is looking for 1 full-time Technician/Laborer. Candidate must be self motivated, professional and avail. to work O/T. Must have CDL Class B and be in good physical condition. Benefits include a competitive salary, 8 paid holidays and retirement plan. Forward Resumes to: mandiehagan@yahoo.com Call 934-4145
Home Care RN:
P/T and per diem positions. Valuable member of case management team providing assessment and nursing procedures, promote referrals to other disciplines, teach/counsel patient and family regarding care. Min. 1 year med/surg exp.; working with geriatric pop. & IV skills beneficial. Computer skills required. Valid NH nursing license, NH driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
LNA:
P/T positions available in lakes region home health care. Enjoy independence and flexibility while working flexible hours. Must have min. of 1 yr. LNA exp., reliable transportation/auto insurance & valid NH LNA and driving licenses.
Medical Billing:
F/T position in healthcare organization for Medicare and 3rd party billing/collections. Strong Medicare knowledge of billing rules & requirements, computer and communication skills required. Must be a team player and be flexible in daily activities. Min. 1 year experience in a similar position. Applications may be obtained at Central New Hampshire VNA & Hospice, 780 North Main Street, Laconia, NH or call 524-8444, ext. 340 for more info. role Send resume to HR, 780 N. Main St., Laconia, NH 03246, FAX: 603-524-8217, or e-mail: clong@centralvna.org
AUTISM SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Lakes Region Community Services is looking to recruit a full-time, Autism Support Specialist. This position requires expertise in the field of autism, knowledge of PECS communication systems, and ability to support a young man within his community. The ideal candidate must be available to work day/night/weekend hours. A Bachelor’s Degree is required and training experience would be ideal. If you are interested, please contact Debra Lacey PHR, Human Resources Recruiter, Lakes Region Community Services, PO Box 509, Laconia, NH 03247 EOE or email: debral@lrcs.org
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Plymouth State professors research flood water from Tropical Storm Irene PLYMOUTH — While Tropical Storm Irene was barreling through New Hampshire in late August, two Plymouth State faculty members realized the unusual weather event was an opportunity to learn more about the science of flooding. Hydrologist Mark Green and geologist Lisa Doner, both with PSU’s Center for the Environment, sprang into action, working nearly non-stop from Saturday, August 27, through Thursday, September 1, to collect numerous water samples from the Pemigewasset River watershed in the Plymouth/Campton, area. “As the storm approached and we saw the forecast, our flood readiness plan included gathering sample bottles and other equipment so we would be prepared to learn from the storm,” said Green. What was so important about the storm from a scientific point-of-view? When rain falls on the landscape it can cause elements such as carbon, phosphorus, and aluminum to be released and flushed through the system and into the rivers and streams. A significant amount of rainfall, such as that from Tropical Storm Irene, can cause a large release of elements and nutrients moving through a watershed. Capturing such a large release at one time is unique, and the data from the storm’s water samples can help evaluate the potential implications for forest health after such large flushing events. The fact that the Pemigewasset watershed is largely unregulated by dams and other impoundments results in a chance to better understand the response to the storm in a more natural setting. The team gathered water samples during the day and night. “We selected sites to gather samples from based on anticipated flow of water, proximity to river, and accessibility. The samples were taken from the river banks and it was difficult at times, especially at night” noted Doner. In some cases, Doner and Green had to get permission from emergency personnel to access the river. The samples were analyzed in PSU’s Center for the Environment’s Environmental Research and Sediment laboratories, and at the analytical laboratory of the U.S. Forest Service - Northern Research
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Floodwaters from Hurricane Irene cover Route 175-A in Holderness. (Courtesy photo)
Station, to determine the nutrient and element concentrations in the samples, particle-size distributions and isotopic composition, which will help explain the sources of the floodwaters throughout the event. Green has analyzed data from the collected samples and data from other sources such as US Geological Survey river gauges, rain gauges and soil moisture data from the US Forest Service’s Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. His analysis indicates that Irene produced anywhere from four to ten inches of rain throughout the Pemigewasset River watershed, resulting in the largest flood ever recorded in August and ninth-largest flood during any month in the 107-year history of the Pemigewasset River station at Plymouth. Green noted that “the amount of flooding was caused not just by a lot of rain, but also be the fact that the surface layers of the soil were wet from storms that occurred in the two weeks before Irene, so the soil was not able to absorb much of the rain from Irene.” With regards to water quality, Green estimates that at a minimum, 26 tons of dissolved nitrogen and 41 tons of dissolved aluminum were moved out of the watershed by the flood. “Flushing the soils like this can have implica-
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tions for the region’s forest since some of these elements are nutrients and others may inhibit forest growth,” said Green. “Over time, we will be able to better understand how large storms can influence the region long after the flood waters recede. We hope this information about the interrelationships between forests, soils, and water systems can be used in forest management.” Doner has recruited an undergraduate student from PSU’s Environmental Science and Policy program to process dozens of samples for analysis. These results will provide useful and important insight into the role of large summer floods in flood plain health and stability. The Irene flood, for instance, is the fourth largest tropical storm flood on record for Plymouth, and the largest since 1959. “Although events of this scale are relatively rare, climate forecasts indicate that they may become much more common,” said Doner. “Irene has offered us a terrific opportunity to understand how large flood impact our rivers today, with existing levels of watershed and floodplain development.”
Laconia Savings Bank launches food drive
LACONIA — Laconia Savings Bank is hosting a Feeding NH Food Drive through Thursday, November 10 in each of its’ 19 community offices. The bank offices will be accepting non-perishable food items as well as monetary donations. The items collected in each office will benefit local food pantries throughout the state. The ending date of November 10 will allow local food pantries time to assemble Thanksgiving baskets. “Laconia Savings Bank has been committed to New Hampshire for 180 years. Hunger is a problem all year long, not just during the holidays. Our goal is to help stock the shelves of local food pantries during the season of giving” explained Vickie Routhier, vice president and director of marketing and public relations.
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HANDYMAN SERVICES
$20 Traditional Japanese Bodywork Treatments
Fall Clean-ups
Small Jobs Are My Speciality
Please come and enjoy the therapeutic and relaxing benefits of traditional Japanese body work known as Shiatsu. Each treatment is performed fully clothed on a comfortable floor mat and takes about an hour. Treatments are performed at the Sachem Shiatsu office at the Fitness Edge building in Meredith. Please call Sensei Jones at 603-524-4780 to make an appointment.
Snowplowing
Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277
603-707-9051 Snowmobiles
MR. Junk. Attics, cellars, garages cleaned out. Free estimate. Insured. 455-6296
2002 Polaris ProX 440, 1400 mi, mint cond., $2000 obo. Call Bill, 744-3300 Snowmobile, ATV, new & used parts. Complete line of accessories, service. Pre-owned sleds. Lake City Cat House 524-5954
PIPER ROOFING
Storage Space
Quality Work Reasonable Rates Free Estimates Metal Roofs • Shingle Roofs
ALTON/GILFORD Garage 40X60ft. 16ft. high ceilings. Two 14X14ft. doors, insulated, water, electric, can be heated. $1,500./Month 293-7770
Our Customers Don t get Soaked!
528-3531 Major credit cards accepted CALL Mike for fall clean-ups, scrapping, light hauling, snowblowing. Very reasonably priced. 603-455-0214
SNOWPLOWING MEREDITH AREA Reliable & Insured
Michael Percy
677-2540
CHIMNEY Installation/Repairs: Masonry, metal-bestos, flashing, fireplaces, woodstove installations, liners, caps, inspections, cleanings. Insured, references. (603)523-7806.
Services Stuart Landscaping
JAYNE ’ S PAINTING is now Ruel ’s Painting ...Same great service! Jason Ruel, customer satisfaction guaranteed! 393-0976
Yard Sale GARAGE SALE Saturday, 9 to 2. Ladd Hill Rd., Belmont. Vintage tablecloths, apartment stove, drop leaf tables, household items. GILFORD Moving Sale- Saturday, October 29th, 9am-2pm. 344 Old Lakeshore Rd. #19. Edge of Woods I. Milk glass, vintage, furniture, washer & dryer, microwave, Xmas, Clothes, yard items & more! INDOOR Yard Sale 57 Elm St, Lakeport. Hours – Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12:00-3:00, Saturday & Sunday 9:00-3:00 MEREDITH Center Garage Sale. Friday & Saturday, 9am-4pm. Rain or Shine. 72 Chemung Rd.
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2010 Chevy Cobalt LT2
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2010 Chevy HHR LT #10131PA
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2010 Jeep Liberty Limited 4WD
8-Passenger! Auto, Leather, Power Windows, Locks & Seats, Alloys, A/C, Cruise, Tilt, On*Star, CD, Keyless Entry, ABS, Trailer Towing Package, 78k Miles.
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$21,995
$24,900 or $395/Mo*
Auto, Power Locks, Windows & Driver’s Seat, Heated Leather, A/C, Cruise, Tilt, CD, Keyless Entry, Alloys, ABS, 1-Owner, Only 8k Miles!
#10112PA
#10146PA
#10119PA / #10137PA
2009 Chevy Malibu 2LT 4-Cylinder Auto, Power Windows, Locks & Seat, Alloys, On*Star, Cruise, Tilt, A/C, Keyless Entry, CD, Heated Seats, ABS.
$16,900 or $233/Mo*
2011 Chevy Equinox LT2 AWD
2008 Chevy Suburban 1500 4WD
$26,900
12 Month, 12,000 Mile Limited Bumper to Bumper Warranty Extension!
$20,900
2006 Cadillac SRX #12044SA
Auto, A/C, Cruise, Tilt, Heated Leather, Power Locks, Windows, Seats & Sunroof, Keyless Entry, CD, ABS, Alloys, Trailer Towing Package, Only 56k Miles!
$18,900
#11385A
#10110PA
AFFORDABLE VEHICLES 2003 Chevy Malibu Auto, Alloys, A/C, Power Windows, Locks & Seat, Tilt, ABS, CD, Only 63k Miles!
$7,995
2002 Chevy Tracker LT 4WD Auto, A/C, Cruise, Tilt, Power Locks & Windows, Keyless Entry, CD, ABS, Alloys, Only 86k Miles!
#11426SB
$7,995 #10107PA
2007 Chevy Malibu LS Certified with 12 Month / 12,000 Mile Bumper to Bumper Warranty
4-Cylinder Auto, Power Locks, Windows & Driver’s Seat, A/C, Keyless Entry, CD, ABS, Alloys, Tilt, Cruise, 1-Owner.
#11345SA
$12,995 $179/Mo*
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*Payment based on 60 months at 2.9% APR, with $3,000 cash or trade equity down payment, subject to credit approval. Photos for illustration purposes only. Not responsible for typographical errors.