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Osprey tracking project takes tragic turn

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Gilford condo owners got ‘estimated’ sewer bills for 2 years

By GAil oBer

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

GILFORD – After fielding a number of questionable sewer meter readings including one from the Gilford Meadows Condominium Association, Public Works Director Sheldon Morgan told selectmen Wednesday night that there have been some problems with estimated bills.

Morgan said he recently became aware

that some of the batteries in the radio-read touch meters, like the one in Gilford Meadows, had died and the department has issued sewer bills based on estimates.

“We’re just finding out that over the course of time when an error developed we were just plugging in a number,” Morgan told selectmen.

On Wednesday, selectmen were approached by the representatives of the

Gilford Meadows Condominium Association with a bill for the third quarter of 2012 that was nearly three times the average usage the association had seen over the past four years.

Association Treasurer Ray Boelig told selectmen the association was objecting to being given an “estimated reading” without being told it was an “estimated reading.” He see SEWEr BiLLS page 10

Enviro cleanup cost of just 1 building at State School put as high as $365k

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HOLDERNESS — Iain MacLeod, executive director of the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, knew that tracking juvenile osprey on their first fall migration was not an activity for the faint of heart.

Last year, he placed a transmitter on a young female, only to watch remotely as she fell victim to stormy weather and drowned in the Caribbean.

Still, that experience didn’t make it easy for MacLeod earlier this week when data from the transmitters on two locally-hatched birds started to tell traumatic tales.

MacLeod placed the transmitters on three local birds earlier this year as part of Project Osprey Track, a collaboration involving the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Public Service of New Hampshire and Dr. Richard “Rob” Bierregaard, a research professor with the University of North Carolina. Several birds have been affixed with transsee OSPrEy page 4

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Former First District Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter was at the Belknap Mill yesterday to address a noon meeting to the Laconia Rotary Club. The Rochester Democrat is attempting to regain the seat she lost to Republican Frank Guinta in 2010. (Alan MacRae/for The Laconia Daily Sun.)

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LACONIA — Democrat Carol Shea-Porter of Rochester, who is seeking to regain the 1st congressional district seat she lost to Republican Frank Guinta of Manchester in 2010, told local Laconia

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LACONIA — An environmental assessment of only one of the 25 buildings on the site of the former Laconia State School estimated the cost of removing or remediating hazardous materials prior to razing the structure at between $225,000 and $365,000.

This week the City Council formally withdrew its initial $2.16-million offer for the property as the New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services prepared to market the site to the general public.

City Councilor Matt Lahey (Ward 2), who has led the city’s effort to acquire the property, stressed that the city remains interested in acquiring the site, but will study the terms on which it is offered for sale before considering whether to submit a fresh offer.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — It’ll cost another penny to mail a letter next year.

The cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service said Thursday that it will raise postage rates on Jan. 27, including a 1-cent increase in the cost of first-class mail to 46 cents.

It also will introduce a new global “forever” stamp, allowing customers to mail firstclass letters anywhere in the world for one set price of $1.10. Currently, the prices vary depending on the international destination, with letters to Canada and Mexico costing 85 cents.

Under the law, the post office cannot raise stamp prices more than the rate of inflation, or 2.6 percent, unless it gets special permission.

The post office, which expects to lose a record $15 billion this year, has asked Congress to give it new authority to raise prices by 5 cents, but lawmakers have failed to act.

The mail agency also will increase rates on its shipping services, such as priority mail, by see STAMPS page 12

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Debate: Ryan & Biden go after each other from the start DANVILLE, Ky. (AP) — At odds early and often, Joe Biden and Republican Paul Ryan squabbled over the economy, taxes, Medicare and more Thursday night in a contentious, interruption-filled debate.

“That is a bunch of malarkey,” the vice president retorted after a particularly tough Ryan attack on the administration’s foreign policy.

“I know you’re under a lot of duress to make up for lost ground, but I think people would be better served if we don’t interrupt

each other,” Ryan later scolded his rival, referring to Democratic pressure on Biden to make up for President Barack Obama’s listless performance in last week’s debate with Mitt Romney.

There was nothing listless this time as the 69-year-old Biden sat next to the 42-year old Wisconsin congressman on a stage at Centre College in Kentucky.

Nearly 90 minutes after the initial disagreement over foreign policy, the two men were still at it, clashing sharply over rival

approaches to reducing federal deficits.

“The president likes to say he has a plan,” said Ryan, a seven-term congressman. But in fact “he gave a speech” and never backed it up with details.

Biden conceded Republicans indeed had a plan. But he said that if enacted it would have “eviscerated all the things the middle class care about,” including cutting health care programs and education.

As Biden and Ryan well knew, last week’s see DEBATE page 14

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health officials have tracked down 12,000 of the roughly 14,000 people who may have received contaminated steroid shots in the nation’s growing meningitis outbreak, warning Thursday that patients will need to keep watch for symptoms of the deadly infection for months.

“We know that we are not out of the woods yet,” Dr. J. Todd Weber of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

said as the death toll reached 14.

Of the 170 people sickened in the outbreak, all but one have a rare fungal form of meningitis after receiving suspect steroid shots for back pain, the CDC said. The other case is an ankle infection discovered in Michigan; steroid shots also can be given to treat aching knees, shoulders or other joints.

Fungus has been found in at least 50 vials of an injectable steroid medication

made at a specialty compounding pharmacy in Massachusetts, investigators said. Health authorities haven’t yet said how they think the medication was contaminated, but they have ruled out other suspects — other products used in administering the shots — and the focus continues to be on that pharmacy, the New England Compounding Center.

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BEIRUT (AP) — The leader of Hezbollah claimed responsibility Thursday for launching an Iranian-made drone aircraft into Israeli airspace earlier this week, adding more tension to an already explosive Mideast atmosphere.

Sheik Hassan Nasrallah warned that it would not be the last such operation by his

Lebanese militant group.

Israeli warplanes shot down the unmanned plane, but the infiltration marked a rare breach of Israel’s tightly guarded airspace. Hezbollah had been the leading suspect because of its arsenal of sophisticated Iranian weapons and a history of trying to deploy similar aircraft.

With a formidable arsenal that rivals that of the Lebanese army, Hezbollah is already under pressure in Lebanon from rivals who accuse it of putting Lebanon at risk of getting sucked into regional turmoil.

Confirmation that Hezbollah was behind the drone could put the group under fursee DRONE page 11

Death toll from fungal form of meningitis reaches 14; 12k contacted

Hezbollah says it sent drone aircraft into Israeli airspace this week

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UNH president outlines goals of 4 ‘high-stakes’ campaigns

CONCORD (AP) — Forget the presidential race and the rest of the upcoming elections, the president of the University of New Hampshire is focused on multiple campaigns of a different sort.

In his state of the university speech Thursday, Mark Huddleston described what he called four high-stakes campaigns: the university’s long-range strategic plan, a comprehensive fundraising campaign, an effort called UNH Works for New Hampshire, and a campaign to give UNH more autonomy within the state university system.

Huddleston says since being launched three years ago, the long-range strategic plan has inspired more than 140 initiatives aimed at making UNH more affordable, accessible and innovative.

Huddleston said that UNH now offers more than 130 courses during the summer and January term, and offers more than 100 courses on line, to help students graduate sooner and reduce college debt.

“In a state with the highest per-student loan debt in the nation, that matters,” Huddleston said.

He also noted the increase in students and faculty from other countries — part of the goal of increasing UNH’s global reach.

UNH Works involves trying to persuade the Legislature to restore the nearly $50 million in funding that was cut from the university system budget in 2011.

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Huddleston said the fundraising campaign this past year saw gifts and pledges grow by 77 percent from the previous fiscal year — bringing in $22.5 million. He said the campaign would continue vigorously, and emphasized that it’s being waged on a number of social media platforms, as well as by more traditional means. He noted that his own Twitter account had recently been hacked and quipped, “If you got a direct message seeming to come from me offering to sell you an iPad cheap — it wasn’t me and I hope you didn’t do it.”

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Gilford selectmen vote to accept $110k from sale of Potter Hill Road lot and transfer funds to trustees of the library

By Gail OBer

GILFORD — Selectmen voted unanimously Wednesday night to accept the proceeds from the sale of the land at 43 Potter Hill Road as unanticipated revenue and to transfer the $110,000 to the Library Trustees. The trustees are expected to in turn give the money to Friends of the Gilford Library so they may retire an outstanding note.

The town was authorized by warrant articles in 2008 and 2009 to raise and appropriate $110,000 for moving expenses of the library as long as the sale of the former town property on Potter Hill Road was eventually used to pay for it. Because the land did not sell as soon as expected, the Friends borrowed the money needed to make the town whole.

The $110,000 comes from Gilford Village Knolls, an non-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing for seniors, that recently was given $10,000 by the Bank of New Hampshire, which helped them finance the purchase of the land from the town.

Selectmen held a public hearing on the acceptance of the money and the appropriation to Library Trustees on Wednesday night before making their vote.

Nobody spoke at the public hearing.

The land was originally purchased as the site for a new library but voters

turned thumbs down on the proposal.

In 2008 selectmen began the process of selling the land for the original $150,000 purchase price to Gilford Village Knolls but some members of the Budget Committee garnered 65 signatures on a petition to stop the sale because they felt the town already had enough low-income senior housing. Tony Ferruolo, the president of the Board of Trustees for Gilford Village Knolls withdrew the offer.

In December of 2008, selectmen put the property out to bid and didn’t get a single offer.

In 2009 selectmen again recommended selling the property to Gilford Village Knolls but voters at the deliberative session changed the amount to $110,000.

For the past three years, Gilford Village Knolls has been seeking resources from both private and public agencies to complete the sale.

Paul Stewart, the General Manager of the Gilford Village Knolls, said they will continue to seek funding to build the actual 24-unit proposed project, but Stewart said Wednesday that getting money from various appropriate federal sources seemed grim at best.

“I have a waiting list of 45 people but none of them could pay for a moderate income home,” Stewart said, explaining why Gilford Village Knolls will continue to seek funding sources for low-income senior housing.

OSPREY from page one mitters, which send regular updates regarding the bird’s location, altitude, direction and speed. Local birds involved in the project include “Art,” an adult male who spends his summers in Bridgewater, and siblings “Chip” and “Jill,” who hatched this spring in a nest in Tilton near the J. Jill building.

MacLeod is keeping a blog of the birds’ progress, which can be found through the Natural Science Center’s website, www.nhnature.org.

As expected, the veteran “Art” made his migration successfully and without drama. His transmitter shows him to be cruising through a remote part of Venezuela featuring lots of marshes and rivers, a great place for a fish-eating birds to spend the winter.

For “Jill” and “Chip,” though, the picture is much darker. First-year ospreys have a low survival rate for their first migration — less than 50 percent. Those that avoid disaster will spend two years in South America, then, once they reach sexual maturity, they’ll return to North America to find a mate and establish their own territory. Part of the goal in placing transmitters on young birds was to learn more about this process.

“Jill” seemed to be making a pictureperfect migration, making the flight from Tilton to South America — a voyage of 3,500 miles — in 25 straight days of flying. Once she passed the most treacherous portion, the openwater flight from Haiti to Columbia, MacLeod was able to breathe a sigh of relief. However, it seemed that danger was still waiting for “Jill.” After

making landfall in South America, she continued flying south, some 835 miles, until reaching a very remote part of the Amazon rain forest. The first sign of trouble was on October 6 and 7, when her transmitter kept reporting the same, static location.

Weather reports showed storms over that location at that time, so MacLeod held out hope that she had found a good place to wait out the wind and rain. However, the sun is shining again on Brazil, and the transmitter hasn’t send another signal.

“We haven’t gotten a peep from Jill,” said MacLeod. “I’m pretty sure we’ve lost her.” While he’ll never be certain of her fate, he suspects she fell victim to predation. Osprey are known to fall prey to larger raptors, owls and eagles, especially. She also could have been killed by an opportunistic mammal, such as a jaguar or other large cat. “There’s all kinds of stuff in the jungle down there,” he said. “I think she ran out of luck.”

Although “Chip” is still alive, it appears, MacLeod isn’t hopeful for his survival, either. “Chip’s” migration was an odd one from the beginning. He set out earlier than most osprey but stalled, for more than a month, along the Narragensett River in Rhode Island — he was still there by the time “Jill” reached Colombia.

Then, on October 7, he finally headed off again, choosing a due south course that took him over the coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean. That evening, the data suggests, he landed on a ship to spend the night. Unfortunately for him, the ship was headed east, and he see next page

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Local non-profits working together on holiday assistance programs

BY ROGER AMSDEN FOR THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Three organizations devoted to providing assistance for needy families in the Lakes Region are now accepting applications for the upcoming holiday season. ‘’We’re focusing on providing new winter outerwear such as hats, coats, gloves, pants and boots,’’ says Kim Lacasse, co-chair of the Santa Fund of the Lakes Region, which will be distributing the clothes early next month from its Davis Court location. ‘’We want to get the coats out early. It’s already starting to get cold,’’ said Lacasse.

Captain Sally Warren of the Salvation Army said that the organization is already accepting applications for its Christmas assistance program, which last year provided food, toys, clothing and blankets to 156 families in the Lakes Region.

She said Christmas trees with ‘’Angel Tags’’ which provide information to allow those buying gifts for children to know the age and interests of a particular child will be going up at locations in the area by early next month, Sue Page of the Children’s Foundation of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Laconia says that the children’s program provides assistance with the day-to-day needs of children in the local school systems by working closely with the school nurses, guidance counselors, and daycare centers and serves over 900 children in the area.

She said the foundation receives requests and then provides the needed item — i.e. sneakers, diapers, daycare book scholarships, school physicals, head lice shampoo, baseball gloves, and school field trips, all of which help a “child in need” to have a positive self image and achieve an appropriate and from preceding page was 300 miles off the coast by the morning of Oct. 8.

“Unfortunately, Chip has made terrible decisions,” said MacLeod. The data seems to show that “Chip’ has flown from the first ship to another, then to a third ship. “All of the boats have been in the completely wrong direction.” The most recent data showed “Chip” more than 1,000 miles from the North Carolina coast.

If he is to survive, “Chip” will have to see his fortunes completely reversed. “The only hope he has is that he’ll jump on another boat heading back the other way.”

Adding to MacLeod’s angst is the thought that “Chip” likely hasn’t eaten in a few days. Osprey aren’t particularly adept at catching fish in open

Discussing holiday assistance programs in the Lakes Region are Kathy Crane, Santa Fund treasurer; Kim Lacasse and Janet Brough, cochairs of the Santa Fund, Sue Page of the Children’s Foundation of the St. Vincent de Paul Society and Captain Sally Warren of the Salvation Army. (Roger Amsden/for The Laconia Daily Sun)

complete educational experience.

The three organizations sat down together at the Salvation Army Thursday afternoon to discuss how they can work together to see that the needs of families are being met. ‘’We’re trying to make it more efficient for those applying for assistance,’’ said Janet Brough, co-chair of the Santa Fund

‘’There’s a great amount of need,’’ said Brough, who said that the area has many working poor, many of whom are too proud to seek assistance. ‘’They’re working just to pay their bills and don’t have any money for extras. It’s hard for people to ask for help.

We’re trying to do something about that to make it more welcoming and friendly. It’s really all about the kids and meeting their needs.’’

sea, so he’d have to find a school of fish that was near the water’s surface at a time when the ocean was particularly placid. Osprey aren’t able to eat while on the water or while flying, so “Chip” would then have to have a ship to land on while he ate the fish.

A last hope — and it’s about as long as odds get — is that “Chip” is able to endure the eastward journey, somehow finding enough food to survive, and make landfall in Africa, where European ospreys spend their winters. While that’s a terribly unlikely circumstance, it would surely make “Chip” legendary among biologists, who would watch with fascination as “Chip” decides what to do next. “It would be an amazing thing, but a big stretch,” said MacLeod.

That being said, “Chip’s” antics are already well

outside of the parameters of what MacLeod or Bierregaard have observed of osprey behavior.

“Chip is breaking the mold in extremes,” MacLeod said.

Despite the outcome, MacLeod doesn’t regret participating in the osprey-tracking project. “It’s been sad, but it’s been fascinating (to see) just how wrong a migration can go.” The data also shows just how hard the birds struggle every year, and why so few of them survive their first migration.

MacLeod will continue to watch Art’s movements this winter, as well as those of other birds in the project. Next year, he expects to place transmitters on at least four more local birds. “I think this technology teaches amazing things that we would never know about ospreys.”

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Michelle Malkin

Stimulus Sheriff Joe Biden has been MIA Remember when President Obama bragged about Joe Biden’s fiscal discipline cred in 2009? “To you, he’s Mr. Vice President, but around the White House, we call him the Sheriff,” Obama warned government employees. “Because if you’re misusing taxpayer money, you’ll have to answer to him.”

Fast-forward to 2012. Call in the search teams. Since being appointed the nation’s stimulus spending cop, Sheriff Joe has taken a permanent donut break. He’s AWOL on oversight. In fact, he’s been bubble-wrapped, boxed and kept completely out of sight. The garrulous gaffe machine hasn’t sat down for a national media interview in five months.

The Democrats’ trillion-dollar “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act,” however, keeps piling up waste, failure, fraud and debt. Who benefited most? Big government cronies.

According to Investor’s Business Daily this week, a new analysis by Ohio State University economics professor Bill Dupor reported that “(m)ore than three-quarters of the jobs created or saved by President Obama’s economic stimulus in the first year were in government.”

Dupor and another colleague had earlier concluded that the porkulus was a predictable jobs-killer that crowded out non-government jobs with make-work public jobs and programs. Indeed, the massive wealth redistribution scheme “destroyed/forestalled roughly one million private sector jobs” by siphoning tax dollars “to offset state revenue shortfalls and Medicaid increases rather than boost private sector employment.”D Did this Keynesian wreckage come up during Thursday night’s vice presidential debate? It should be a centerpiece of domestic policy discussion. Nowhere is the gulf between Obama/Biden rhetoric and reality on jobs wider.

Remember: Obama’s Ivy League eggheads behind the stimulus promised that “(m)ore than 90 percent of the jobs created are likely to be in the private sector.” These are the same feckless economic advisers who infamously vowed that the stimulus would keep unemployment below 8 percent — and that unemployment would drop below 6 percent sometime this year.

Sheriff Joe rebuked the “naysayers” who decried the behemoth stimulus program’s waste, fraud and abuse.

“You know what? They were wrong,” he crowed.

But Biden was radio silent about

the nearly 4,000 stimulus recipients who received $24 billion in Recovery Act funds — while owing more than $750 million in unpaid corporate, payroll and other taxes. (Cash for Tax Cheats, anyone?)

He had nothing to say about the $6 billion in stimulus energy credits for homeowners that went to nearly a third of credit-claimers who had no record of homeownership, including minors and prisoners. And the $530 million dumped into the profligate Detroit public schools for laptops and other computer equipment that have had little, if any, measurable academic benefits. And the whopping $6.7 million cost per job under the $50-billion stimulus-funded green energy loan program — which funded politically connected but now bankrupt solar firms Solyndra ($535 million), Abound Solar ($400 million), Beacon Power ($43 million), A123 ($250 million) and Ener1 ($119 million).

And the $1 million in stimulus cash that went to Big Bird and Sesame Street “to promote healthy eating,” which created a theoretical “1.47” jobs. (As Sean Higgins of The Examiner noted, “(T)hat comes out to about $726,000 per job created.”)

And the hundreds of millions in stimulus money steered to General Services Administrations junkets in Las Vegas and Hawaii, ghost congressional districts, dead people, infrastructure to nowhere and ubiquitous stimulus propaganda road signs stamped with the shovelready logo.

Of course, there’s no example of unfettered stimulus squandering more fitting than the one named after Keystone Fiscal Kop Joe Biden himself. Government-funded Amtrak’s Wilmington, Del., station raked in $20 million in “recovery” money after heavy personal lobbying by the state’s most prominent customer and cheerleader. In return, the station (which came in $6 million over budget, according to The Washington Times) renamed its facility after Biden.

Bloated costs. Crony political narcissism. Glaring conflicts of interest. Monumental waste. This is the Obama/Biden stimulus legacy bequeathed to our children and their grandchildren. Sheriff Joe and his plundering boss need to be run out of town on a rail.

(Syndicated columnist Michelle Malkin is the daughter of Filipino Immigrants. She was born in Philadelphia, raised in southern New Jersey and now lives with her husband and daughter in Colorado. Her weekly column is carried by more than 100 newspapers.)

LETTERS ‘Movie did it’ claims were attempt to hide failed Middle East policy To the editor, For weeks President Obama and his top aides lied to us, claiming the events in the Middle East on 9-11 were caused by a movie that few people even knew about. Those claims were attempts to cover up President Obama’s failed Middle East policies that strengthen terrorists, comfort our enemies, and are bringing the world to the brink of nuclear war.

For years Democrats told us that killing Osama would destroy al-Qaeda and win the war on terror. The 9-11 attacks exposed that obvious falsehood.

President Obama refused requests for assistance for the real democracy revolution in Iran that would have helped stabilize the Middle East and end Iran’s aid to enemies that kill American soldiers.

President Obama supported the “Arab Spring”, falsely calling them democracy movements. He called the Muslim Brotherhood, identified as a terrorist group for nearly 100 years, a peaceful, “mostly secular” organization. False.

President Obama called for Israel to surrender territory that would make their country indefensible. He dillydallied as Iran’s nuclear threat grew. He refused meetings with Israel’s Prime Minister who faces frequent Palestinian rockets and hostile Iranian nuclear threats. President Obama’s policies make the Middle East increasingly dangerous.

On 9-11, people that Obama helped overthrow Mubarak and Khadafy returned the favor by over-running our embassy in Egypt, burning our Consulate in Benghazi, and killing our ambassador and three other

Americans.

By falsely blaming these planned terrorist acts on a movie, President Obama’s and his administration’s apologies, even in ads in Pakistani TV, informed the world about this movie and gave terrorists excuses for riots and killings.

Now the State Department confirms that the movie had NOTHING to do with the attacks.

Benghazi has been a hotbed for terrorists. Over 200 attacks in the last 18 months drove the British, the International Red Cross, and others to close their offices. Despite two previous attacks this year on our consulate, repeated warnings and the approach of 9-11, Obama’s administration denied requests for extra security.

Americans died because President Obama has a fairytale, rather than real, view of the Middle East.

The Obama administration lied about the attacks, excused terrorism, attacked free speech, threw the film maker in jail, and offered aid to countries that burned our buildings and harmed Americans. President Obama’s response encourages future terrorist attacks.

President Obama’s failed policies have emboldened radicals dedicated to the destruction of Israel and the Unites States, exchanged old with new oppressive governments, and created a more dangerous environment for citizens, travelers, and a world facing nuclear war. One wonders how many millions will die if there are four more years of President Obama’s policies?

Don Ewing Meredith

If you back ‘I don’t want to pay’ mentality, you know who to vote for To the editor, The election so far has been long and expensive. This election is simpler than some of the past ones. Those running for office on one side are either for good government through compromise and action... nothing happens without action. Those running on the other side are for good government, their ideas only and inaction, or cutting. They all believe their ideas will build a stronger New Hampshire, or at least their idea of a stronger New Hampshire. The question is which one works?

It appears to that those elected last time left a $9,000,000 deficit.

Their budget did not work. They cut all agencies as well as another government branch. . . the courts. Their mantra was and is “I WILL NOT PAY.” “Shrink the beast” was their motto. It has not changed.

If you want to go back to a vision of responsible government then you vote for folks like Judy Wallick, Phil Preston, Cathy Mulholland and Bob Lamb (N.H. Senate). If you want to see next page

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LETTERS Check Sen. Jeanie Forrester and others out on votesmart.org

Andrew Hosmer has used my visits with my son to attack me

To the editor, As a senator for only two years Jeanie Forrester has, indisputably, made herself a true cheerleader for the little guy, the overwhelmed taxpayer, the laid-off worker looking for someone to stand up for them, the discouraged opponents of the Northern Pass, etc., when those folks have little time to do what she would like to continue to do: fight for our rights and the truth in government.

I’d like to take a little different view of the candidate Jeanie Forrester.

I have known Jeanie Forrester for many years; since she became the executive director of the award-winning national Main Street Program in Plymouth.

At the time she took over, a little more than a decade ago, the program was actually floundering. It began with a much-anticipated strong start using model towns in the state for impetus. Main Street was in need of change. When Jeanie assumed the seat it was with enthusiasm and purpose. She brought new ideas, goals, interesting proposals, etc. and she gained the support and admiration of business owners and residents alike.

“Revitalization” was a suggested byword back then, and a buzzword now.

It was a loss when she left Plymouth to go to Meredith, her hometown and a boon for them.

So when she ran for senator two years ago I knew she would do what she promised: always stand for the “little” man, listen to our concerns and interests, and to always keep taxpayers informed of what’s happening in Concord and how that affects us.

She has promised to find answers when she admittedly does not have one, and this has continually impressed me. As a journalist she has always returned my phone calls right away. In stories involving her I have never read: “the senator could not be contacted for comment”.

But I was very surprised this past spring when I called and wrote her with personal (not journalistic) questions to several disparate issues: two

To the editor, I am grateful for the phone calls, e-mails, and letters of support that I have been receiving. During this busy campaign season, schedules are hectic and the days quickly turn into afternoons which quickly turn into evenings.

One thing that has not been hectic and has remained consistent all throughout this campaign season is my schedule with my 8-year-old son. As many of you know, I spend every Wednesday afternoon and evening with my son. It is something that of course, I look forward to — and my son looks forward to with excitement as well. We usually get dinner then do something fun like go to the park, the bookstore, Chuck-ECheese, or to the “jumpie house” where he gets to run around and be a boisterous 8-year-old. It wears me out trying to keep up with his incredible energy level, but I enjoy every minute of it. Often, my parents and my siblings will go with me and it turns into a whole pile of fun with his grandparents and aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Unfortunately, there will always be someone that wants to spoil the fun. My Democrat opponent, Andrew Hosmer, has used my Wednesday

involving unions and collective bargaining bills, one of a bill regarding federal parolees, the legal interpretation of a passed bill, and a question involving the state DOT and rights-ofway. I had answers within a few days to every concern I had (she consulted with the Senate legal counsel for an accurate legal response for me.)

We need someone like Jeanie in the Senate who will give us continuity. She is a diligent worker: forthright and authentic. Witness just a few triumphs: helped eliminate the “Evergreen” clause for unions; helped pass HB-648; sponsoring legislation to prevent corporate land-grabs by eminent domain (opponent of ‘Northern Pass’ proposal); restored the secret ballot system for union workers, helped protect taxpayers with pension reform and, most of all, helped to eliminate the state deficit by passing a budget which contains no new taxes, no unforeseen increased taxes and no borrowing money for state operating expenses.

For those wishing further, in-depth information there is a source many readers may not know about. It is called “Project Vote Smart”; a national organization started in 1986 to question candidates on these subjects: biographical, voting records, issue positions, interest group ratings, public statements and campaign finances. They are a non-partisan, non-profit educational organization to “strengthen the most essential component of democracy: access to information and the truth”. Contact: votesmart.org. (NOTE: Please look at ‘Project Vote Smart” for every candidate in your voting area, especially the House of Representatives candidates in District 2. It will open your eyes.)

Vote Jeanie Forrester, Senator, District 2 because she can see both ‘the forest AND the trees’ and you won’t be disappointed!

If you have questions for Jeanie call or write: 279-1459, jeanie@jeanieforrester.com or consult newspapers for the many events she attends just about every day.

Leigh Sharps Ashland

Josh Youssef didn’t care enough about Franklin to even show up To the editor, Does Josh Youssef care about Franklin?

As a first-time voter living in the city of Franklin, I am concerned about how much the current candidates really care about my town. We all know Franklin needs help. We need someone to step up and recover the economy of Franklin, fix our troubled school system, and invest in the well being of Franklin and its citizens.

I am currently very involved in the State Senate race between Andrew Hosmer and Josh Youssef. from preceding page stay in the last two years of dissent, poor judgement, and a simple “I do not want to pay” mentality, then vote for the folks who were there and started to dismantle the government. Please, remember, you are the government.

Please, vote on November 6.

Joe Denning Bristol

From Josh Youssef’s stance of turning N.H.’s education system into a free market system to his legal woes, I’m not sure he’s fit to represent my town in the State Senate. More troubling to me is whether or not Mr. Youssef really cares about Franklin or its citizens. He chose to not attend a previous candidate’s night at the Franklin Opera house, instead choosing to host a party for himself in honor of the opening of his newest campaign office in downtown. He also blew off the Ladies Auxiliary Candidate’s night at the Franklin VFW on Wednesday night after confirming that he would be attending. That is not only rude, but disrespectful to the people of Franklin.

Actions speak louder than words, Mr. Youssef, and your actions do not show me that you care about my town.

Victoria Bunk Franklin

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visits with my son as an excuse to attack me; somehow twisting my absence from some campaign events into something that it simply is not. I find these shenanigans very disheartening. Hosmer knows the truth but he has chosen to ignore it. Hosmer’s political opportunism has reached a brand new low. Anyone that would utilize a parent’s time with his child for his own political gain should be ashamed of himself.

I tell this story to give you a little bit of insight into the little person that is absolutely everything to me and to explain to you that it is for these reasons that I am unable to attend events, forums, functions, and speaking engagements on Wednesdays between 3:30 .pm. and 7 p.m. It is something that I simply need to do for my family. I appreciate your understanding and I always welcome your calls, e-mail, and letters! Please reach out to me anytime at 603-707-2331 or by email to josh@joshfornh.com, as contact with the voters is of utmost importance to me!

Josh Youssef Candidate for Senate District 7 Laconia

Romney win will only give us opportunity to turn nation back to God To the editor, “A House divided against itself cannot stand.” Lincoln was quoting Jesus in describing the situation that he found America to be in; in 1858 when he was campaigning for a seat from Illinois to the U.S. Senate. Lincoln did not at that time think that the U.S. would collapse but that we would become either a nation where slavery was legal in the whole nation, or that slavery would be abolish in the whole nation. I believe we have reached another such crossroads in our nations history. The choice that I believe is before us today is will we reclaim the spiritual heritage that once made us great, or will we continue on the road of secularization. We cannot continue as a nation with the two competing world views. One view will win out. Either we will return to being a nation where the influence

of the Christian church directs and softens human nature, and where its institutions of marriage and family are again embraced by society, and we will be able to live as prosperous and free society. Or we will continue on the path of secularization where Christianity will become a persecuted subculture, our government will become increasingly dictatorial and our rights will become as mere words on pieces of paper.

Beware, even if God is merciful and allows Mitt Romney, a man who loves America to win the presidency, and grants us to elect conservative legislators, it will only be to give us a window of opportunity to turn our lives and our nation back to Him. It would behoove anyone who is interested, to do a case study on the nations of Israel and Judah in the Old Testament.

John Demakowski Franklin

Speedway needs to abide by restrictions put in place back in 1989 To the editor, I was disheartened to read in Saturday’s Concord Monitor that New Hampshire Motor Speedway is exploring the possibility of nighttime racing. This is contrary to a previous legal agreement, signed in 1989 by the speedway, the Town of Loudon, and some speedway neighbors. Racing after 7:30pm is prohibited.

NHMS’s rationale is “...because the nature of racing has changed since...

1989.” However, other considerations involved when this agreement was made have not changed. Night racing would bring brilliant lights. Noise pollution endured by residents would continue into the night, potentially quite late. This includes increased local traffic as patrons retrieve their vehicles and head home. Would practice time for contestants (often even louder than the actual races as there is no crowd to absorb sound) also extend into hours normally reserved

for family and sleeping?

It is unfortunate that NHMS isn’t located in a place more suitable for nighttime events. However, the location is, and was in 2008, when Bruton Smith purchased the speedway, a quiet rural area consisting of homes and farms. Increasing the profits of NHMS and its shareholders does not warrant disturbing the peace of taxpaying residents.

Since Bruton Smith’s acquisition of NHMS, there have been indications of intent to develop nighttime racing.

The reasons given in this article are clearly just excuses to continue this long range plan. While requesting public opinion is commendable, it also appears to be a ploy to gain support.

I urge NHMS to abide by the restrictions in place at the time of purchase.

To do otherwise is disrespectful to all involved and to our legal system.

Teresa C. Wyman Canterbury

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LETTERS Let’s put election on hold until latest job numbers are corrected

Forrester is senator for everyone, not just special interest groups

To the editor, By golly, we just got ourselves another October surprise. Two in two weeks.

Just a week ago, we had unemployment drop below 8 percent for the first time in almost four years. There’s some serious questions being raised about the integrity of those numbers . . . mainly because they defy logic.

Former GE Chairman Jack Welch has a good article about them in the Wall Street Journal. Give it a read. (http:// online.wsj.com/article/SB100008723 963904448973045780462604060910 12.html) Today’s surprise is that jobless claims hit a four year low. That would really be great news except for the fact that the jobless claims from one of our largest states were not included. For some strange reason, our open and transparent government hasn’t seen fit to tell us which state that is, or why their claims were not included. Soooo, we have an erroneous report that will now be touted as showing the country is moving in the right direction. What do you think will

To the editor, Daily, I read the letters in the paper concerning the candidates running for State Senator in District 2, Senator Forrester and Bob Lamb. The supporters are very clear in which candidate they support. I do not believe for some people anything a candidate could say would change their mind. So, the question is where do we go from here?

To be fair, if we are going to judge Senator Forrester on her voting record then do we judge Bob Lamb on his personal employment background?

I read an interesting article in the Manchester Union Leader (September 29, 2012) by Fergus Cullen about Bob Lamb. It certainly causes me to ask Bob Lamb to explain why the number of people lost their jobs in the wake of his position as CFO for Fleet, Bank of America and Bearing Point while he left with a substantial income. I am sure that there are many circumstances and scenarios that would be impossible for Bob Lamb to explain just as it would be to ask Senator Forrester to explain and defend her voting record and explain all the scenarios that went on before and during the repeated mentioned bills were finally drafted and voted on. Senator Forrester was elected on her stated platform and she remained true to her word. One may not agree with Senator Forrester, but she did not lie or tell people what they wanted to hear. The main point about Senator Forrester is that she has a willingness and openness to listen, hear and respond to her constituents concerns if you contact her.

Senator Forrester’s hard work doesn’t always show up in her voting record according to some or especially the many tireless hours of research

happen if, after the election, the missing states numbers are uncovered and, instead of showing that we’re moving in the right direction, they show that we’re in an even deeper hole? Do you think Obama will say, Oops! We need a do-over? I doubt it.

Why don’t we just put the election on hold for a few days. No early voting.

No voting on November 6. No voting until the numbers behind these two October surprises are found and validated for accuracy, and the reasons for their inaccuracy or omission are brought forth. Of course if it’s found that someone(s) is found to have manipulated the results, serious and proper punishment should follow.

Folks, we’re not a third world country where dictators conduct show votes. We’re a country of, by, and for the people. Demand answers and demand integrity. The alternative is as Joseph Stalin said, Those who cast the votes decide nothing. Those who count the votes decide everything.

Bob Meade Laconia

Attack on embassy was act of war. And what does president do?

To the editor, A response to Dr. Dawson’s letter of October 10: According to Dr. Dawson, Romney’s rant was made up of untruths, distortions and deceitful information? Is that all you can say? The fact of the matter is that your man Obama had no answers for the American people.

Why? Simply because his record is an abysmal failure. Dr. Dawson, here are some FACTS for you to chew on: — People on food stamps up 46 percent. USDA — Unemployment up. . . 12,500,000 jobless. (Bureau of Labor Statistics) — Gas prices up more that 100 percent. (U.S. Energy Information Administration) — Household income down $4000.

(Wall Street Journal, Editorial 8/24/12) — Home values down . . . prices down 5.8-percent.

— National debt at $17,066 per person. (U.S. Treasury Department) — Lowest number of start-up busi-

nesses in 30 years. (Politifact 3/23/12) — 582,000 manufacturing jobs lost since Obama took office. (Bureau of Labor Statistics) This president has provided us with no leadership! Just recently, our embassy in Libya was attacked and the ambassador and two other brave Americans were murdered. Certainly an act of war! And what does this president do? He jets off to Las Vegas for a fundraiser! Then his spin machine blames it on some fictitious anti-Islam movie? All the while they knew it was an act of terrorism. It is clear that as the facts come out, it will show that this administration has been lying all along, covering up Obama’s incompetence.

And, the biggest LIAR of them all . . . Bill Clinton’s infamous line, “I did NOT have sex with that woman”. Are you kidding me?

Dr. Dawson, I suggest you check your facts next time?

Ron Tricca Laconia

Assessing Bulletin for the Town of Gilmanton, NH Inspection of Properties to Update and Verify Property Data The Town of Gilmanton last measured and listed all properties in 2003 and 2004 for the 2004 town-wide revaluation. In 2009, the Town adjusted its assessments to market value using a statistical update, with only properties which had sold in the two previous years being inspected. All assessments will need to be updated again in 2014. Since all properties have not been measured and inspected since 2003-2004, the Town needs to measure and inspect all buildings before 2014. The purpose of this program is to update the assessment records and to collect the most accurate property information regarding all properties in town. To reach this goal, the Town plans to inspect all properties with buildings on them between October of 2012 and November of 2013.

Beginning on or about October 15, 2012, a representative of the assessing department will be measuring and inspecting properties. If the owner or owner’s agent is at the property when the representative arrives, he will measure the building(s) and ask to inspect the home and any other improvements. If the owner or agent is not at the property, he will measure the building(s) and may callback at another time or leave a door hanger indicating that he has been there and requesting that the owner or agent call to schedule an appointment for an inspection of the interior of the building(s). The representative will have an identification badge and will never enter a building unless there is an owner or an agent of the owner at least 18 years of age present.

We thank you for your assistance. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the assessing office at (603) 267-6700.

and meetings that assist in positive things happening for District 2 or just her assistance to an individual or family. For example, Senator Forrester assisted an individual that did not know where to turn for assistance in the state. Senator Forrester worked, researched and followed-up repeatedly to find the necessary avenues of assistance. Her concern was that this person was a constituent and called upon her for some needed assistance.

This person is a registered Democrat and has found Senator Forrester to represent all constituents.

Senator Forrester has made a concerted presence in all the towns she represents, listening to their concerns and how she can assist them. I think, we can all agree that we would be naïve to think that a person could be elected to a political office and make things happen just the way we want it to be or the way they want it to be.

It takes a lot of collaboration and willingness to compromise. If you haven’t agreed with Senator Forrester on issues then I ask you, “Have you contacted her and talked with her at anytime over the past two years?”I have not agreed with how she has voted on all legislation, but I have given her the courtesy and opportunity to answer my questions at the time. I respect her willingness to engage in discussions on education and other concerns I have about District 2 and the State of New Hampshire. I also do not think that throwing money at a problem is a solution either.

I will support Senator Forrester for re-election in District 2 because she is a Senator for everyone not just a few or special interest groups.

Lucinda A. Ossola New Hampton

Please don’t write or call the house because you are so angry To the editor, I’VE HAD ENOUGH. We have lived in N.H. for over 35 years. Our children were born and raised here. We have been active in the community and state for many years. Both of us have been employed in local and state jobs contributing to this community and state. Our downfall now seems to be that we are Democratic. Oh, well we have always been Democratic — no big secret there. However this election is DIFFERENT. During this election period we have been writing letters to the editor — free speech right. Over the past four months we have received nasty letters and harassing phone calls. Today I have just had enough.

Why are people so upset? It’s not about us in this significantly small community in NH. It is all over this country. What is it about this election that has people so — for lack of a better word — enraged at each other.

Personally I think Obama has been a good president, in spite of all that he has been faced with. He has created 4.5-million private sector jobs, 504,000 new manufacturing jobs. We have had 29 straight months of job growth and he has put in place 18 tax cuts for small businesses. Wall Street is the best it has been since he took

office. He saved the auto industry and bin Laden is dead. He has a plan to bring our troops home from Afghanistan in 2014. Obama has put in place a health plan that covers all Americans. No matter whose side you are on in this race, no matter how wealthy or poor you are, Obama has touched most of us in this country in a positive way to better our lives. I believe this president will continue to do so if he is elected another four years. This country needs to invest in education — we are falling behind and America can’t afford to have a low standard of education if we are to continue to be leaders in this world. We need to invest in our infrastructure and clean air technology so that in the future we can be less dependent on foreign products and keep jobs in America.

So please don’t write or call. But, Republicans, please respond and tell me why you are so angry and want this president out of office so badly.

Republicans have spent the past two years with that one goal. Why are you not representing the American people in Washington by doing the real business of the people that you were elected to do?

Cathy Dawson.

Laconia

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Obama not governing by constitutional law, but by executive order To the editor, It was said that 67 million Americans watched the presidential debate the other night. Boy what a shellacking Romney gave Obama. The president looked weak and confused, unable to come to grips with an opponent who refused to pander and grovel before him. Not even the main stream media could help him after, and the party faithful were blaming everything and everyone including the altitude. Everything except Obama himself, but what’s new there? His every failing as president was someone else’s fault to hear supporters tell it. Well folks this one is on the man himself.

Conservatives shouldn’t get to giddy because we better get ready for a back lash from the left. They are desperate now and will pull out every dirty trick, every nasty smear, slander, and lie they can invent, twist, distort or imagine and one or two we can’t.

Remember the progressive motto: any means justifies the end. Be prepared for the next two debates between the two, even while Romney blew up the president’s talking points and gave him his first lesson in Economics 101, Obama is dedicated believer in the Marxist socialist theoies of his father and will hold to them come what may.

One advantage we may have is the president must, in one of the next two

confrontations, face the issues of foreign policy and national defense. As we have, and are seeing, his foreign policy is one of appeasement and it’s failed. Every innovati in that field has been designed to effect internal national events and get him reelected, never mind the costs in lives or safety of Americans abroad serving their country. on Obama has refused to sit down with Republicans and discuss the Jan. 1st deadline that will cut the government spending across the board leaving our military unable to do it’s job.

He refuses to even meet unless he is guaranteed tax increases as a precondition. (He didn’t even demand that for talks with Iran.)

We lost another Border Patrol officer the other day and I put this right at the door step of the president and the Democrats. His refusal to uphold the laws of the U.S., as he swore to do is another example of their “any means” to get and keep power this time by pandering to the Hispanic voters.

Readers, Obama is not governing by constitution and law he is ruling by executive order. Given another four years he will feel no need of restraint or respect for law or constitution. Vote him out on Nov 6th before he decrees our Constitution nul and void.

Steve Earle Hill

Support Team Queen B’s at meat bingo at Waukewan Golf on Sat. To the editor, Team Queen B’s is a team walking for the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer”. We set a goal of raising $5000 before our walk on Oct. 21st. On Saturday night we surpassed our goal and would like to thank the following: The VFW Post #1670 in Laconia for donating their hall; the band “Big City Nites” for donating their music; Tim G., Gary H. and Tom G. for all their hard work in the kitchen; Shannon for her service at the bar; Traci B. for donating all the flower arrangements; the members of our team and local businesses who donated food and raffles; and especially all who attended

— thanks to you our night was a great success!

Thank you to the American Legion Post #33 for supporting us in all of our previous fundraising events.

Even though we have met our original goal, please remember the more we raise the more we can help.

We have one more fundraising event before our walk. On Saturday, Oct. 13 at 3 p.m. we will be having a Meat Bingo at Waukewan Golf Club in Center Harbor. Please stop by for a great cause.

Queen B’s Amanda Baker - Team Captain Connie Moulton - Coordinator

Thanks to candidates who showed respect for Franklin voters To the editor, I had the opportunity Wednesday night to attend the candidate forum in Franklin. I commend the VFW Ladies Auxiliary for once again hosting this event. Despite the vigorous debate between the candidates and their surrogates, there was a strong flavor of nonpartisanship that has been lacking in our recent political discourse.

I learned much by attending this event, and saw many of the candidates for the first time. But what made the biggest impression on me was the absence of state senate candidate Josh Youssef. I have read several articles documenting his ethical lapses — not paying his taxes, underreporting his income to avoid child support, and engaging in sleazy campaign tactics. Having also read several letters from his supporters on

the pages of this paper claiming these reports are untrue, I was eager to hear Mr. Youssef speak in person.

This is the second time this year Mr. Youssef has declined to share his vision with the voters of Franklin, and unlike all the other candidates who were unable to attend, he failed even to send a representative. Since he seems to have no interest in us, I recommend that the voters of Franklin, and indeed all voters in Senate District 7, return the favor and vote for Andy Hosmer.

Again, I praise the Ladies Auxiliary for putting on this important event.

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CLEANUP from page one assessment of the Blood Buiilding this year for the United States Environmental Protection Agency under the auspices of the agency’s Targeted Brownfields Program. Built in 1942, the Blood Building is a four-story, metal frame and concrete structure faced with brick and roofed with slate, with a footprint of 19,000-square-feet. As one of the larger buildings with an elevator that was used continuously until the New Hampshire Department of Corrections closed the Lakes Region Facility in 2009, the building was chosen as representative of the prevailing condition of the others on the site.

In its report, which includes more than 100 pages of diagrams and statistics, Nobis quantifies levels of asbestos, lead paint, PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) and mold found throughout the building, along with hazardous materials in fluorescent light fixtures and thermostats. EnviroVantage of Epping estimated it would cost between $175,000 and $295,000 to remove or remediate the materials as well as another $50,000 to $70,000 for consulting and engineering fees.

The Blood Building is one of nine buildings, six of which were built between 1907 and 1935, the appraiser for the state appraiser described as in disrepair or major disrepair and found suffering from water damage and mold infestation. Given the age of the buildings, it is likely they also contain asbestos and lead paint. The appraiser also noted the presence of asbestos in several of the newer buildings constructed in the 1950s and 1960s.

The cost of addressing the adverse environmental conditions on the property, which are largely but not entirely confined to the buildings, will likely significantly diminish its appeal and value to private parties, particularly since they are not eligible for federal funding to either assess or remediate them.

Nor is the state, as the party responsible for the contamination, qualified to seek federal assistance.

The city, on the other hand, qualifies for federal funding. It need not own the property to apply for funds to assess it, but must own the property to SEWER BILLS from page one also said the association was never officially notified about being on the agenda and the only reason members knew was because Association President Mark Corry, who was also at Wednesday’s meeting, received the agenda as part of the town’s E-mail blast.

Boelig said it appears the town has been estimating the association’s readings for two years, calling the lapse of two years “unreasonable.”

He said the association is on a very tight budget and it was “staggering” to get a bill that was three times the average quarterly reading.

Selectman Kevin Hayes reviewed the last four years of billing and did some quick mathematics.

He noted that the annual total for the association for the two years prior to the meter failing was 1.4

Engineers have estimated the cost of environmental cleanup at the Blood Building on the old State School campus in Laconia could be as high as $365,000. And that’s just to get the structure in a position to be taken down. (Lakes Region Aerials photo/Bill Hemmel)

apply for funds to clean it up.

The EPA can contribute up to $350,000 for a Phase II environmental assessment of the property, which Credere Associates, the firm that conducted the Phase I environmental assessment of the site in 2010, anticipates will be sufficient to assess the entire site.

The EPA Brownfields Cleanup Program awards grants of up to $200,000 per property parcel for as many as three parcels a year, with a 20-percent local

match in cash or kind. By subdividing the contaminated portion of the site into three separate parcels, the city could apply for as much as $1.2-million in a two- year period to fund clean up at the site. In addition, the EPA provides grants of up to $1-million to municipalities and economic development corporations, like the Belknap County Economic Development Council, to capitalize revolving loan funds, which provide low or no-interest loans to for-profit and non-profit entities for clean up operations.

million gallons, which would mean the latest bill received by the association was that “possibly (the town) caught up.”

Hayes also said the agreed with Boelig that two years of estimated readings was unacceptable, as did Selectman John O’Brien, however he assured Boelig and Corry the estimated readings would be dealt with internally.

When Boelig continued to object, Hayes told him he “was preaching to the choir” and made a motion to table the association’s abatement request until Morgan could complete his investigation and get back to him.

When contacted yesterday, Morgan said there were some “internal issues” that led to some estimated reading but they have been corrected.

“In this case, the department was remiss in not addressing a problem that has since been fixed,” he said. He said the problems represented a very small portion of the number of sewer users in Gilford.

Morgan said over time there have been three types of sewer meters in Gilford: the old type where the numbers had to be manually logged from each meter, the radio-read type that a meter reader has to touch his or her reader to the meter to get a reading, and the newest remote meter reader where entire neighborhoods can be read by a reader in a truck using a digital signal from the meter.

He said nearly all of the old manual read meters are gone, replaced by touch readers and, over the past few years, the department has been gradually switching to see next page

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“I was motivated (to join) by the Peace Corps’ Master’s International Program,” he said. “Volunteering in the Peace Corps while getting a Master’s degree in teaching English as a second language will be the ideal intersection of my post-graduate interests, combining the opportunity to serve the global community with the chance to earn an M.A. enriched by experience teaching abroad.”

McGuire is the son of Sean and Gina McGuire of Laconia and a 2007 graduate of Laconia High School. He then attended The University of New Hampshire, where he earned a degree in Linguistics and English in 2011.

Established in 1987, Master’s International is a Peace Corps program in collaboration with over 50 academic institutions that offers Peace Corps Volunteers the opportunity to complement a master’s degree with overseas service. Master’s International students study on campus for approximately one year before departing for their Peace Corps assignment and are awarded credit for their overseas

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During the first three months of his service, McGuire will live with a host family in Jordan to become fully immersed in the country’s language and culture. After acquiring the language and cultural skills necessary to assist his community, McGuire will be sworn into service and be assigned to a community in Jordan, where he will live and work for two years with the local people.

“Exposure to many different languages and cultures has excited in me a desire to engage with a host of diverse people in a spirit of mutuality — teaching one another and learning from one another.” he said. “As a linguist, I am fascinated by language and am prepared to be engulfed in a new language and culture for 27 months while working to promote global peace.”

McGuire joins the 88 New Hampshire residents currently serving in the Peace Corps. More than 1,569 New Hampshire residents who have served in the Peace Corps since 1961.

The University of New Hampshire is nationally ranked on the 2012 top Peace Corps volunteer-producing colleges and universities in the medium size category. There are currently 25 undergraduate alumni serving overseas. Since the agency was founded in 1961, 670 UNH alumni have served in the Peace Corps.

DRONE from page 2 ther strain internally as it pursues its longstanding conflict with Israel.

Hezbollah, a powerful Shiite group committed to Israel’s destruction, has long served as an Iranian proxy along Israel’s northern border. It is also seen as a close ally of the embattled regime of Syrian President Bashar Assad.

Israel accuses the Assad government of allowing Iran to ferry weapons to Hezbollah through its territory.

Israel and Hezbollah fought a brutal monthlong war in mid-2006.

Hundreds of people were killed, and Hezbollah fired several thousand rockets and missiles into Israel before the conflict ended in a stalemate.

Israel routinely sends F-16 fighter planes over Lebanon, in violation of a U.N. Security Council resolution that ended the 2006 war. The Israeli planes have often broken the sound barrier over Beirut and other places as a show of strength, most recently after the drone incident.

“This statement today is a claim of responsibility by the Islamic resistance for this qualitative operation” of dispatching the drone, Nasrallah said

in a televised address late Thursday.

“Today we are uncovering a small part of our capabilities, and we shall keep many more hidden,” he said.

“It is our natural right to send other reconnaissance flights inside occupied Palestine ... This is not the first time and will not be the last. We can reach any place we want” in Israel, he said.

He said the aircraft was launched from Lebanese territory and flew “tens of kilometers” over sensitive Israeli installations before it was discovered and shot down by the Israeli air force near the Dimona nuclear reactor in Israel’s southern desert.

He dismissed an Israeli military statement that it began tracking the aircraft over the Mediterranean but waited until it was over an empty desert area to bring it down in order to avert casualties on the ground.

Nasrallah claimed the group had more surprises and would not hesitate to use them in any future war with Israel.

Launching the drone was a rare and provocative move by the Lebanese militants at a time of soaring regional tensions, with both Syria and Iran under intense international pressure.

Nasrallah said the aircraft was made in Iran and assembled by Hezbollah, adding that it was much more sophisticated than drones it sent before.

Hezbollah has attempted to send unmanned aircraft over Israel on several occasions, dating back to 2004.

Nasrallah has claimed that the group’s drones were capable of carrying explosives and striking deep into Israel.

Israel has said the latest drone was not carrying explosives and appeared to be on a reconnaissance mission.

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“About one-third to one-half have been converted,” he said yesterday.

“We learn from our mistakes,” said Morgan, “And we are doing due diligence to make sure this problem never rears it’s ugly head again.”

Morgan said he would be filing a written report to selectmen and will address the issue at the next selectman’s meeting on October 24.

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SHEA-PORTER from page one reductions in defense spending would jeopardize national security, the Department of Defense is “ripe for a good hard look,” claiming that specific programs and projects can be eliminated or reduced without adverse effects. Likewise, she said that there is widespread agreement on both sides of the aisle that farm programs could be trimmed. And she urged her listeners to read the report by Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma, a conservative Republican, entitled “Subsidies of the Rich Famous,” which concludes that “from tax write-offs for gambling losses, vacation homes, and luxury yachts to subsidies for their ranches and estates, the government is subsidizing the lifestyles of the rich and famous.”

Social services like food stamps and meal-on-wheels and entitlement programs like Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security, She-Porter said, should be spared reductions of the magnitude proposed by the House of Representatives. “Who in this room,” she asked, “would leave nursing home residents without Medicaid or senior citizens without Medicare and Social Security.

Who in this room,” she continued, “would leave the homebound without meals-on-wheels?”

Meanwhile, Shea-Porter insisted that “the country does need revenue.” She said that neither the middle class nor small businesses can be expected to bear an increased tax burden. She favored maintaining the tax rates introduced by the so-called Bush tax cuts on the first $300,000 of income for everyone, but raising the marginal rate on income above $300,000.

Told that $300,000 is “too low,” by a member of her audience at the Belknap Mill and asked what marginal rate she would set, Shea-Porter replied “I’m not married to any particular number. I am open to compromise.” Emphasizing that the next Congress must “make very tough choice while taking care of the vulnerable,” she said that “we must make the decisions together — together! Congress is going to have to compromise.”

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STAMPS from page one an average of 4 percent.

The post office, which is struggling with debt and low cash flow, said the rate hikes were partly aimed at bringing in new revenue while maintaining its pricing advantage in the shipping business. Private companies such as UPS and FedEx, which offer similar shipping services, regularly adjust their prices.

The post office lost $5.1 billion in fiscal 2011, mostly due to a 5.8 percent decline in revenue for first-class mail. Financial results are expected to be even worse when final figures for fiscal 2012 are released next month. Earlier this year, it was forced to default on two payments due to the Treasury totaling $11.1 billion for future retiree health benefits because it lacked sufficient cash reserves.

While the Postal Service has said it will continue seeking ways to cut costs, Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe has made clear that the agency has little left it can do to bring in significant new revenue. After months of congressional delay, he said it’s now up to lawmakers to pass a postal fix when they return to Washington after the November elections.

The latest rate increase, for instance, will make only a small dent in the Postal Service’s losses, caused by the economic downturn, movement of mail to the Internet and a congressional requirement that the mail agency fund future retiree medical benefits years in advance. Earlier this year, the mail agency floated a proposal to Congress aimed

at increasing stamp prices to 50 cents as a way to generate $1 billion in new revenue.

The Postal Service has also asked Congress to allow it reduce mail delivery from six to five days a week and reduce its annual $5 billion payment for the future retiree health benefits.

The current 45-cent rate for first-class mail in the U.S. has been in effect since January. Since 2006, the Postal Service has now increased the price of the stamp five times, from 39 cents to 46 cents.

Because stamps are now being issued as forever stamps, they will remain good for first-class postage.

But buying new forever stamps will cost more when the prices go up.

While the price for the first ounce of a first-class letter will rise to 46 cents, the cost for each additional ounce will remain at the current 20 cents.

Other price increases: — Postcards will go up one penny to 33 cents.

— Priority mail, small box, $5.80; medium box, $12.35; large box, $16.85.

— Priority mail, regular envelope, $5.60; legal envelope, $5.75; padded envelope, $5.95.

— Delivery confirmation will be free on packages, including priority mail and parcel post, rather than being an extra charge.

The Postal Service, an independent agency of government, does not receive tax money for its day-today operation but is subject to congressional control.

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Biden-Ryan debate was fierce & focused ANALYSIS WASHINGTON (AP) — Fierce and focused, Vice President Joe Biden and Republican Paul Ryan gave voters the kind of substantive showdown that was everything the presidential debate was not. Abandoning his boss’ caution, Biden uncorked a combative repair job.

“Not a single thing he said is accurate,” Biden shot back when Ryan leveled a charge that President Barack Obama was projecting U.S. weakness.

So it went from Biden all night, from taxes to Iran, where he suggested Republicans wanted a war. He looked directly at the camera to implore seniors like him not to trust Ryan on his Medicare plan: “Folks, follow your instincts on this one.”

By going all in, Biden aggressively tried to score on two critical fronts: relating Obama’s message in more heartfelt terms and blistering Ryan on multiple fronts so that the Republican nominee, Mitt Romney, would lose his recent surge.

Yet Biden also opened himself to interpretation, coming across to some as strong and to others as cocky and condescending. In the split-screen view, Biden was often rolling his eyes and smiling or laughing, as if Ryan’s response were beyond belief.

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History shows debates between the running mates have little influence on voters, but this one stood out because it now drives the narrative for at least five days, when Romney and Obama take the stage again.

The debate also signals for voters what’s ahead, particularly from Obama, who has will try to make up for his bad day with his own aggression.

Sharply run by ABC News moderator Martha Raddatz, the debate gave people what they wanted to see. Even with all the practice by both candidates, there was spirit and spontaneity. And legitimate differences on matters of life and death.

Biden set the tone by taking a question on the deadly attack on the U.S. Consulate in Libya and turning into a defense of Obama’s entire national security agenda.

He reminded viewers that Obama was willing to chase the Sept. 11 terrorist mastermind Osama bin Laden to the end of the earth while quoting Romney as saying he wouldn’t have done the same.

And it was up to Biden to take the shot Obama did not.

In one of those most memorable moments of the night, he brought up that Romney was videotaped saying that 47 percent of the American people see themselves as government-needy victims.

“These people are my mom and dad,” Biden said.

Ryan did more than repeat the line from Romney that he actually cares about 100 percent of Americans. He turned Biden on Biden by telling the gaffeprone vice president: “I think the vice president very well knows that sometimes the words don’t come out of your mouth the right way.”

Obama had failed at his central mission of drawing distinctions with Romney in a crisp way that connected with people. The merits of competing tax plans or health care visions do not matter much if a debater meanders into the policy weeds or, even worse, fails to deliver a passionate fight. The president ended up doing both.

His aides look back at the first debate and see missed opportunities. Biden went the other direction, seizing any chance to jump on a Ryan inconsistency.

The danger for the aggressor is that both campaign knows the remaining undecided voters at home want answers for them, not partisan bickering.

Nationally, Romney got a clear national bump from his debate performance. But in the electiondeciding battleground states that matter, most polls suggest the first presidential debate has not had a significant impact. Obama still holds an edge in Ohio, considered by both sides to be the keystone to the whole election.

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Republicans and Democrats alike have said in recent days the presidential race now approximates the competitive situation in place before the two political conventions. Obama and Ryan are generally separated by a point or two in national public opinion polls and in several battleground states, while the president holds a slender lead in Ohio and Wisconsin.

With Democrats eager for Biden to show the spark the president lacked, he did so. He supplemented his criticism by periodically smiling mockingly, wagging his finger and raising his arms in mock disbelief as his rival spoke.

Ryan, sitting on the national debate stage for the first time, settled on a smirk for parts of the debate.

He sipped water and cleared his throat through many of Biden’s answers.

Unprompted, Biden he brought up the video in which Romney had said 47 percent of Americans pay no federal income tax, view themselves as victims and do not take responsibility for their own lives.

“It’s about time they take responsibility” instead of signing pledges to avoid raising taxes, Biden said — of Romney, Ryan and the Republicans.

Ryan was ready with a response. “This is a man who gave 30 percent of his income to charity, more than the two of us combined,” he said of the man at the top of the Republican ticket. “Mitt Romney’s a good man. He cares about 100 percent of Americans in this country.

And with respect to that quote, I think the vice president very well knows that sometimes the words don’t come out of your mouth the right way.”

The serial disagreements started immediately after the smiles and handshakes of the opening.

Ryan said in the debate’s opening moments that U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens had been denied sufficient security by administration officials. Stevens died in a terrorist attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi on Sept. 11.

“Not a single thing he said is accurate,” Biden shot back.

Both the president and Romney campaigned in battleground states during the day before ceding the spotlight to their political partners for the evening.

“I thought Joe Biden was terrific tonight. I could not be prouder of him,” Obama told reporters after watching the debate aboard Air Force One. Likewise, Romney called Ryan and congratulated him on his performance, a campaign spokesman said.

Obama and Romney hold their next debate on Tuesday in Hempstead, N.Y, then meet again on Oct. 22 in Boca Raton, Fla. In Kentucky, Biden and Ryan seemed ready for a showdown from their opening moments on stage, and neither seemed willing to let the other have the final word. They interrupted each other repeatedly — and moderator Martha Raddatz of ABC as well.

With Democrats eager for Biden to show the spark

the president lacked, he did so.

Ryan focused on dreary economic statistics — 23 million are struggling to work, he said, and 15 percent of the country is living in poverty. “This is not what a real recovery looks like.”

Medicare was a flashpoint, as well. Ryan said Obama’s health care plan had diverted $716 billion from the program for seniors and created a new board that could deny care to patients who need it.

Democrats “haven’t put a credible solution on the table,” he said. “They’ll tell you about vouchers.

They’ll say all these things to try to scare people.”

Biden quickly said that Ryan had authored not one but two proposals in which seniors would be given government payments that might not cover the entirety of their care. Otherwise, he said, the Romney-Ryan approach wouldn’t achieve the savings they claimed.

Unlike Obama, Biden had no qualms about launching a personal attack on Romney.

After Ryan argued that Romney’s plan would pay for reduced tax rates by eliminating tax loopholes for the wealthy, Biden noted that on a recent interview on CBS’ “60 Minutes,” Romney defended the 14 percent tax rate he pays on his $20 million income as fair, even though it’s a lower rate than some lower income taxpayers pay.

“You think these guys are going to go out there and cut those loopholes?” Biden asked, addressing the national TV audience, his tone of voice indicating he did not.

But Ryan said he and Romney believe “taking 28 percent of families’ and businesses’ income is enough.”

“What we’re saying is lower tax rates across the board and close loopholes primarily on the higher income people,” Ryan said. He said that instead of specifying what loopholes and other tax breaks would be eliminated, Romney preferred to lay out broad principles in hopes of reaching a bipartisan agreement.

Across 90 minutes, the two men agreed precisely once.

That was when Ryan, referring to the war in Afghanistan, said the calendar was the same each year. Biden agreed to that, but not to his rival’s underlying point, which was that it was a mistake for Obama to have announced a date for the withdrawal of the remainder of the U.S. combat troops.

The fiercest clash over foreign policy came in the debate’s opening moments, when Ryan cited events across the Middle East as well as Stevens’ death in Libya as evidence that the administration’s foreign policy was unraveling. The Republican also said the administration had failed to give Stevens the same level of protection as the U.S. ambassador in Paris receives.

Biden rebutted by saying that the budget that Ryan authored as chairman of the House Budget Committee had cut the administration’s funding request for diplomatic security by $300 million.

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Spread Your Wings Softball tournament benefits local charities and Soar figure skating show on October 20 at the Laconia Ice Arena

LACONIA — Members of the Central New Hampshire Skating Academy will present the tenth annual Spread Your Wings and Soar figure skating show on October 20 at 7 p.m. at the Laconia Ice Arena.

Under the direction of professional figure skater Jen Tondreau, the area’s finest skaters are working to produce a show that will provide the audience with an evening of exciting on ice entertainment. Tickets will be available at the door for a donation of $15. Those under five years of age will be admitted for free.

All proceeds from the evening will be used to benefit local families battling cancer.

The Central New Hampshire Skating Academy is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the central New Hampshire community in it’s recreational, theatrical and learn to skate endeavors.

Using the skating curriculum from the Ice Skating Institute (ISI), energetic and experienced professional figure skaters, Jen Tondreau, Jen Hurley, Brin Adams and Nathalie Strickrott, will guide skaters, age 3 through adult, through the essentials of beginner to advanced levels of skating for recreational skating, hockey and figure skating.

For additional information regarding the Spread Your Wings and Soar Cancer Benefit Show or the Central New Hampshire Skating Academy contact Dan Beauregard at daniel@cnhskatingacademy.org or at 226-5683.

Laconia Historical & Museum Society Antiques Appraisal Day October 16

LACONIA — Over $1,500 was raised during the 3rd annual Faith Alive Christian Fellowship softball tournament to benefit local food pantries and the Faith, Hope and Love Foundation.

The tournament was played at Memorial Park in Laconia on August 11 and was made possible by the many teams, volunteers, and sponsors who supported the event.

Sponsors for the event included; Piche’s Ski and Sport, Engraving Awards, and Gifts, Fratellos’s, Patrick’s Pub and Eatery, The Common Man, T-Bones, Gilford Cinema’s 8, Hannaford, Shaw’s, The Home Depot, Wal-Mart and All Sports Cards.

Left to right: Kyle Sanborn and Pastor Dick AuCoin from Faith Alive, Kim Grant from the Salvation Army, The proceeds were Laura Brusseau of Faith, Hope and Love Foundation, and Faith Alive Pastor John Sanborn. (Courtesy distributed to the Salphoto) vation Army and Christ Life Center’s food pantry outreaches, who each Faith Alive Christian Fellowship meets at 10 a.m. received $400 and the Faith, Hope and Love foundaon Sundays at Laconia High School. For more infortion who received $750 to be used towards a local mation call 524-4147, email info@faithalivenh.org. scholarship fund. or visit www.faithalivenh.org.

Candidate’s Night in Sanbornton set for October 19

SANBORNTON — A “Candidate’s Night” in Sanbornton is being coordinated for voter access to the candidates.

The event will be held at the Old Town Hall in San-

bornton Square Friday evening, October 19 at 7 p.m.

This will be a moderated event, with candidates fielding questions from local voters. All of the candidates on the Sanbornton ballot are invited.

LACONIA — The Laconia Historical & Museum Society announces quarterly Antiques Appraisal Day will be held Tuesday, October 16 from 4-6 p.m. at The Laconia Antiques Center.

Expert appraisers Doug McGowan, Linc Fourier, Greg Peverley as well as Fine Arts Appraiser David Wiggins will be available to offer their expertise and verbal estimations of value. This quarterly program and fundraising event is always a popular one. Much like the Antique Road Show participants bring in their items to be appraised by our group of talented appraisers who use the “team” approach to determine a value and share information with the audience unique to each item.

Appraised items should include stoneware, clocks, coins, toys, silver, rugs, jewelry and general antiques.

The cost is $5 per appraisal with all proceeds to benefit the Laconia Historical & Museum Society. Tickets are sold at the door on a first come – first serve basis.

For more information about Antiques Appraisal Day, contact Laconia Historical & Museum Society at (603) 527-1278, email www.lhmslpl@metrocast. net or visit online at www.laconiahistorical.org.

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GILFORD — Wesley Woods will be hosting an AARP Driver Safety Program on November 5-6 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

This 2 day course will cover proven safety strategies to help maintain confidence behind the wheel.

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Lucy A. Perdigao, 76 MOULTONBOROUGH — Lucy A. (MacDonald) Perdigao, 76, of Center Harbor, NH, passed away on October 10, 2012.

Born in Fairmont, Nova Scotia, she moved to Boston at age 18, North Weymouth became her home for the next 30 years until retiring from Osco Drug in the early 1990’s and settling in Center Harbor. In retirement, she was active in the St. Charles Woman’s Club and caring for her grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her parents Hugh and Maggie Ann MacDonald; brothers Francis, Rev. Bernie A. and Billy; and her sister Mary (Desmond) Chabot.

She was the beloved wife of Alexander; loving mother of Alan and his wife Jennifer, of Hermosa Beach, CA, Adrienne Perdigao of Quincy, MA, Karen Morrissey and her husband James, of Cohasset, MA; devoted grandmother of Brenden and Bryce Morrissey; she is survived by her sisters, Eileen (late

Charity armwrestiling competition offered for novices & veterans Saturday at Weirs Beach

LACONIA — The 3rd Annual Ronny Bean Memorial Armwrestling Championship will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at the Paradise Beach Club on Lakeside Avenue at Weirs Beach. Proceeds from the event will benefit St. Andre Bessette Parish and the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Laconia. As has been the case for more than 10 years, Boulia-Gorrell

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Calling hours will be held Friday, October 12, 2012 from 6:00 through 8:00 pm at Mayhew Funeral Home (routes 3 and 104) Meredith. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 2:00 pm in St. Charles–Boromeo Catholic Church, Meredith, NH. The Very Rev. Dennis J. Audet, V.F., pastor, will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, donation in Lucy’s memory may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association, 5 Bedford Farms Drive, Suite 201, Bedford, NH 03110.

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Eunice S. Chapman, 91

LACONIA — Eunice S. (Tibbetts) Chapman, 91, of 30 County Drive of Laconia and Belknap County Nursing Home, passed away peacefully October 10, 2012 following a brief illness. She spent her final days surrounded by her family and the caring staff at the nursing home.

Born August 20, 1921 in Laconia, Eunice was the only daughter of five children of the late Harry and Albertine (Lambert) Tibbetts. A lifelong resident of the Lakes Region, residing in both Laconia and Alton, she dedicated her life to her family and the local communities. Eunice worked various jobs, but the ones she found most fulfilling were the ones in the roll of caretaker, in such places as the State School and the Gilman Home. This love of caring for others and bringing a smile to ones face extended into her retirement years as a Senior Companion, Foster Grandparent, and active member of the Vineyard Church.

Eunice was the wife of the late Henry G. Chapman who passed away in 1976. She is survived by three sons, Colin Chapman of Franklin, Carl Chap-

man of Belmont and Conrad Chapman of Northfield; a daughter, Nancy L. Van Camp of Laconia; nine grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Eunice was predeceased by her brothers, Maurice Tibbetts, Ralph Tibbetts, Carroll Tibbetts, and Warren Tibbetts.

In recent years, Eunice has thoroughly enjoyed the time spent with her family that was most local, Clare and Mike Persson of Laconia, and Christopher and Jill Chapman of Boscawen, and her great grandchildren Alana Persson, Kate Persson, Liam Chapman, and Adrian Chapman. We will all miss her warm, contagious smile, funny nature, and her loving bear hugs.

At Eunice’s request there will be no calling hours.

Friends and relatives are invited to attend funeral services on Saturday, Oct. 13, at 3 p.m. in the Lakes Region Vineyard Church, located at 175 Mechanic Street, Lakeport. Reverend Richard Aucoin will be officiating the service. Burial will be in the Old Riverside Cemetery in Alton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lakes Region Vineyard Church.

Ronald M. Getty, 89 MEREDITH — Ronald M. Getty, 89, of 11 Stonedam Circle, died at home on Sunday October 7, 2012.

Ronald was born September 1, 1923 in Lewiston, Idaho, the son of Ronald and Annette (McCallie) Getty. Before moving to Meredith, Ronald resided in Bristol NH; Miami, FL; Harvard, Mass. and Greenwich, Conn.

Ronald served in the US Army. He worked as an architect for fifty years, retiring in 1998. Ronald worked for Charles Luckman Associates Architecture, designing the Prudential Center in Boston, Mass. as well as many hotels world wide. He was an avid steelhead fisherman and loved the great North West.

Survivors include a son, Kevin M. Getty and Kevin’s wife Terri of Meredith NH; two grandchildren, John P. Getty, of Laconia and Mark M. Getty

of Concord NH. Ron has a sister, JoAnn Norman, and her husband, Colonel William C. Norman, of Carmel Calif. He was predeceased by his parents.

According to Ronald’s wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral services.

For those who wish, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to The Dana Farber Cancer InstituteMemorial Donations, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445 or The Ronald McDonald House, 229 Kent Street, Brookline, MA 02446.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www. wilkinsonbeane.com.

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LACONIA — Two local professors will talk about what really happens behind the scenes of a reality show when they appear in Lakes Region Community College’s Bennett Library on Wednesday, October 17, from 4:30 until 5:30 p.m.

Carl Daniels of Laconia, LRCC Energy Services Technology/Electrical Department Chair, and Dr. Marcel Lebrun of Ashland, Plymouth State University Educational Leadership, Learning and Curriculum Department Chair, took part in an HGTV’s House Hunters reality show which was aired in May. “This show was something we auditioned for,” says Daniels. “Marcel and I filmed in January of 2012 for a week, then in New Hampshire for a weekend, and then back to Florida in March. It was quite an adventure for both of us’’ he says.

On Wednesday the partners will appear at a question and answer session following a showing of the original episode that aired in May of this year.

The public is invited to attend.

Lakes Region Community College is a fully accredited, comprehensive community college that serves over 1,200 students annually. LRCC offers 23 associate degree programs including Nursing, Fire Technology, Energy Services, Media Arts, Culinary Arts, Automotive, and Marine Technology, as well as short-term certificate programs.

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LACONIA — Pastor Chris F. Anu of Revival Assembly Church in Manchester will conduct a Christ Healing Crusade at The Margate Resort at 7 p.m. nightly from Thursday, Oct. 18 through Sunday, Oct. 21. The pastor encourages all to attend and experience God’s healing power.

At one time a journalist in his native country of Cameroon, Pastor Anu fled political persecution there and is now an ordained Pentecoastal Church of God minister.

For more information call 603-387-4526.

Lakes Region Community College (LRCC) Energy Services Technology/Electrical Department Chair, Carl Daniels, left, of Laconia, and Plymouth State University (PSU) Educational Leadership, Learning and Curriculum Department Chair, Dr. Marcel Lebrun, right, of Ashland, are shown following their national appearance on HGTV’s House Hunters program. (Courtesy photo)

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Discussion planned on raising children in a media-saturated world

LACONIA — Jean Rogers, author of “Kids Under Fire” will lead a discussion on “Family Strategies to Living and a Media Saturated World” on Tuesday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church of Laconia.

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LACONIA — The 12th Annual Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation Spelling Bee will be held on Thursday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Laconia High School Auditorium.

Teams from various area businesses, service organizations and schools will try and wrest the championship trophy from last year’s winning team “NSISR” composed of Liam Weldon, Susanne Weldon-Francke and Dr. Gary Francke. Last year’s runners-up, Bob Merwin’s Laconia Library team, is among those hoping to spell their way to victory.

The members of “NSISR” team are ready to take on any and all challengers seeking to steal their The Lakes Region Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation Community Spelling Bee trophy. Pictured on the left are two Scholarship Foundation challengers from last year’s second place Laconia Public Library team, Jamie Dalton and Randy Community Spelling Brough. Seated on the right are winning team members: Liam Weldon, front right; Susanne WeldonBee was launched in Francke, center, and Dr. Gary Francke, rear. (Courtesy photo) 2001 as a way of raising funds for the organization’s operating expenses. of individual donors who have contributed to memoThe Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation was rial funds or special fundraisers. This year 213 founded in 1956 with the goal of promoting and donors awarded a total of $235,300 to 314 students. encouraging scholarship opportunities. They also The public is invited to come and root for the wanted to simplifying the application process for spellers on October 25. There is no charge. Free door local students, and facilitating the review and selecprizes will be drawn between each round of spelltion process for donors. ing and 50/50 raffle tickets will be available for Since 1956, close to $4.4 million has been awarded purchase. For more information regarding the 12th to 4,162 recipients thanks to the generosity of 495 Annual Community Spelling Bee call 527-3533 or donors or donor funds, not including the thousands email scholarship@metrocast.net.

Jeanie Forrester speaking at Tea Party meeting Oct. 17

MOULTONBOROUGH — The next monthly meeting of the Lakes Region Tea Party will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 7 p.m. at the Moultonborough Public Library.

State Senator Jeanie Forrester will talk to the group about her adventures serving her first two

years in Concord.

Also, Tim Carter will provide an update on the Granite State Future project and facilitate a discussion on what ordinary citizens can do to protect their private property rights.

MEREDITH — Now that summer is over and fall has begun, the Meredith/Inter-Lakes Alumni Association is getting organized for the upcoming year.

The first meeting will be held on October 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Alison Bartlett Whynot, 33 Tracy Way in Meredith.

All alumni are invited to attend and they can call Beth Dever Colby at 707-1991 if they have any questions.

During the summer the Alumni Association heard that the Classes of 1982 & 83 had a shared reunion and everyone who came had a great time.

Photos were taken of siblings in the two classes, and spouses that were both alumni. We would like to

include some photos in upcoming articles.

Plans are underway for the 40th reunion for the Class of 1973 and they are looking for contact information and suggestions. If classmates have access to the internet they can sign up on the Class of ‘73s Facebook page or they can send emails to asprague@ metrocast.net The alumni association will include more information as it comes to them.

If there are any other classes that had reunions this summer or are planning a reunion for next year contact Judy Dever at judynjoed@metrocast.net and the information will be included in future articles.

from preceding page tion that pediatricians are being encouraged to ask is “Does your child have a cell phone?” Research is indicating that constant cell phone and media use may be contributing to childhood and youth depression.

Rogers, who will lead a discussion and present specific strategies. “It’s not about unplugging entirely, it’s about achieving a healthy balance in the home.’’

After hearing a recent presentation by Rogers, Rev.

Paula Gile from the Congregational Church, said that she felt that Rogers had an important message to get out to the community. “She says that parents, teachers, grandparents, healthcare providers and anyone who loves or works with children should join this conversation and learn individual strategies for raising children in a media saturated world.” says Gile.

For more information call Rev. Paula Gile 5240668 at the Congregational Church of Laconia.

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ETC plans art exhibit to celebrate Tickets for 3rd Annual Dancing with the Lakes Region Stars now on sale Plymouth’s 250th Anniversary PLYMOUTH — Artists and educators from across New Hampshire are invited to participate in the annual art exhibit presented by the Educational Theatre Collaborative (ETC) in Silver Center at Plymouth State University in January, 2013.

This year’s theme, “Marking the Moment,” explores and celebrates 250 years of history in Plymouth.

“The art exhibit is one of the most highly anticipated and exciting events for artists, educators, and their students in New Hampshire,” said ETC co-producer Robb Dimmick. The exhibit creates a unique and highly visible showcase for artwork created by artists and students from all over the state.

Art teachers are encouraged to participate in a free informational session on Tuesday, October 16, 4 – 6 p.m. at Draper and Maynard Building, Room 311 at Plymouth State Uni-

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To register or learn more, contact Robb Dimmick at ribooks@aol.com.

Professional artists throughout the state are also encouraged to submit work that looks at historical events, people or places in Plymouth for inclusion in the exhibit. They should also contact Dimmick at ribooks@aol.com.

ETC’s production of the original musical production “Marking the Moment” will be January 23-27 at the Silver Center for the Arts. Tickets are available at Silver.plymouth.edu.

ETC is a community arts organization sponsored by Plymouth State University, Friends of the Arts and Plymouth Elementary School. More information about ETC and this year’s production is online at plymouth.edu/ outreach/etc.

Meat Bingo raises funds for Team Queen B’s Strides against Breast Cancer effort LACONIA — A Meat Bingo at the Waukewan Golf Club which will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, October 13, will help raise funds for the Team Queen B’s, whose members will be taking part in the American Cancer Society’s ‘Making Strides Against

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Amanda Baker, team captain, and Connie Moulton, coordinator, say the team recently passed its goal of raising $5,000 prior to the event.

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MEREDITH — Tickets for the 3rd annual Dancing with the Lakes Region Stars, which will be held on Friday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Inter-Lakes Community Theater, are now on sale.

The tickets, which cost $10, can be purchased at the following locations: — Body Covers located at 94 Primose Drive Laconia Monday-Friday 8-5.

— AllBrite Cleaning and Restoration located at 41 Country Club Road in Gilford Monday-Friday 8-5.

— Fashion Forward Salon located at 93 Whittier Hwy, Center Harbor Tuesday-Friday 9-5 — Lakes Region Dance 60 Whittier HWY Center Harbor, 4-7 p.m.

— Broadway North Dance Studio 217 Daniel Webster Highway Belmont, 4-7 p.m.

Competitors include: — Kelly Arbogast owner of Doggonit NH and Dog Behaviorist at the New Hampshire Humane Society, will partner with Shelvy Parker, a professional dancer from Meredith. Together they are dancing for the Happy Tails Dog Park of the Lakes Region.

— Jeanne Claridge owner of Fashion Forward Hair Salon in Center Harbor, is teaming up with Paul Langley owner of Starry Night Dance studio in Laconia. Together they are raising funds for the new Meredith Got Lunch! Program.

— Sarah Gray owner of Body Covers in Laconia, is teaming up with Joan Wievers founder of the Plymouth State Dance Program, this duo is dancing for the Elm Street School Playground Fund.

— Kathleen Hill, Curriculum Coor-

dinator of the Inter-Lakes School District , is pairing up with Meagan Hiltz, a professional dancer from Meredith.

They will be showing some fancy footwork for the Keeping You, Me, and Memories Alive Cancer Fund.

— Kitty Kiefer, the Educational Outreach Coordinator of New Beginnings, is teaming up with Kristen Vachon a dance instructor in Plymouth, to raise funds for the New Beginnings Shelter.

— Jared Douglas-McGrath a firefighter in Center Harbor and at Pease Airport will be teaming up with professional dancer Lauren Lemay , to raise funds for the Fallen Firefighter fund — Rob Stewart Owner of All Brite Cleaning and Restoration in Gilford will be teaming up with Christy Dunn from the Broadway North Dance Studio.

They will be showing some footwork for the Salvation Army Fund of Laconia.

— Chris White of the Chris White Band in Plymouth will be teaming up with professional Mary Lyons of the Lakes Region Dance Studio to raise funds for the Hunter School.

The winner will receive 50% of the proceeds, and the remaining 50% will be split between the other participant’s charities. Dancers will be judged by Lenore Sousa, Plymouth State Dance professor; Lea King, owner of Lakes Region Dance; Susan Amiss, Meredith Altrusa member and Eric Proulx, manager of the Tanger Outlets and Dancing with the Lakes Region Stars alumni.

The winning pair will be chosen through a combination of judges’ scores and audience votes. Audience members can buy votes for $1.

PLYMOUTH — The scenic roads and beautiful vistas of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region and White Mountains have long been popular tourist destinations. However, with the advent of interstate highways, many tourism-related sites and destinations along Route 3 have seen a decline in visitors.

Because of the potentially negative economic impact of this trend, Plymouth State University is developing a strategy to help invigorate tourism along this route. PSU, in conjunction with New Hampshire’s Division of Travel and Tourism, New Hampshire’s Preservation Alliance, Granite State Ambassadors and Ski New Hampshire are presenting a series of Tourism Development Toolkits.

The first session, How to Develop Successful Travel Itineraries: Collaborating to Attract Visitors, will feature a case study on the fledgling Route 3 Retrotour. The Retrotour is intended to link 1950s-1960s accommodations, attractions and services for the purpose of increasing their functionality, thereby

attracting more patrons. PSU Professor Mark Okrant, director of the Institute for New Hampshire Studies, said the workshop will help businesses along the Route 3 corridor upgrade their visibility.

“I have been concerned about the welfare of motels and other 1950s-1960s properties throughout much of my academic career,” said Okrant. “Having traveled from one end of the U.S. to the other to look at motel properties, I found that the key lies in luring people off of the interstate highway system. To do this necessitates that motels, attractions, and services located on the old US and state highway systems work together to create an experience. ” The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, October 17, from 9 a.m. – noon at the Savage Welcome Center on the campus of Plymouth State University. The first 30 workshop registrants will receive a USB containing the eight presentations. A discussion session will follow. Those interested in attending should contact Mark Okrant at 535-2364 or mokrant@ plymouth.edu.

GILMANTON — Steve White, owner of Gilford’s Wild Bird Depot, returns to the Gilmanton Year-Round Library Tuesday, October 16, at 7 p.m. to give a slide show and talk on the

25 most common birds seen at winter backyard feeders.

The program is part of an Evenings at the Library series. There is no charge and all are welcome.

PSU hosts workshop on Rte 3 tourism

Winter birds program planned on October 16 at Gilmanton Year-Round Library

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By Holiday Mathis SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

Because you want to connect with someone, you will be flexible about when, where and how to meet them.

It’s your willingness to meet the other person where they are that makes the connection possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

You have so much going for you that you could easily intimidate others. It wouldn’t hurt to be more humble than you think is necessary, just to counteract the potential backlash of jealous individuals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

When you love another person, your involvement is active. Your beloved will appreciate how you listen, react and generally demonstrate that you want to be an active participant in his or her life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your afternoon will be unusually busy, and it will help to remind yourself often to slow down and tend to what is truly important: your enjoyment of the experiences in your life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your social circle is abuzz with options and opportunities. It all happens because you put yourself across in a way that makes others want to be around you.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 12).

Though you are clearly serious about what you do, humor eases the way.

This month and next, many find your charms irresistible. December brings family additions. Your connection with the natural world, especially animals, will be highlighted in January. There’s movement on the career front in March.

Taurus and Sagittarius people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 12, 39, 15 and 20.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Every once in a while, you start to suspect that being good is seriously overrated.

Being a little bit bad might feel liberating. Either way, a playful exuberance runs through everything you do.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20).

Though you will mostly be wrapped up in responsibilities you agreed to take on long ago, you will still find long moments to pay attention to exactly what you want to pay attention to.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Everyone already knows the way things have been done. It’s safe, comfortable and familiar. You’ll come up with a new way.

To give your idea the best chance at being accepted, privately work out the bugs before presenting it.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). The world responds to your youthful heart the way a good parent would, minimizing the reprimands, encouraging you to explore your environment and eliminating undue stress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Questions about your social circle arise, if only in your head. Do your peers promote your intellectual interests? If not, you’ll feel compelled to find friends with whom you have more in common.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A major theme of the day is that everyone is equal but not the same. You like the methods, beliefs and habits that work for you, but you don’t demand that others adopt the same ones.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Being “in the zone” isn’t just for great moments in sports. You prove this today as you immerse yourself in a project and get in sync with everything around you to astounding effect.

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Friday, Oct. 12, the 286th day of 2012.

There are 80 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On Oct. 12, 1962, the devastating Columbus Day Storm, also known as the “Big Blow,” struck the Pacific Northwest, resulting in some 50 deaths.

On this date: In 1492 (according to the Old Style calendar), Christopher Columbus arrived with his expedition in the present-day Bahamas.

In 1810, the German festival Oktoberfest was first held in Munich to celebrate the wedding of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen.

In 1870, General Robert E. Lee died in Lexington, Va., at age 63.

In 1915, English nurse Edith Cavell was executed by the Germans in occupied Belgium during World War I. In 1933, bank robber John Dillinger escaped from a jail in Allen County, Ohio, with the help of his gang, who killed the sheriff, Jess Sarber.

In 1942, during World War II, American naval forces defeated the Japanese in the Battle of Cape Esperance. Attorney General Francis Biddle announced during a Columbus Day celebration at Carnegie Hall in New York that Italian nationals in the United States would no longer be considered enemy aliens.

In 1960, Japanese Socialist Party leader Inejiro Asanuma was stabbed to death during a televised debate in Tokyo by an ultranationalist student, Otoya Yamaguchi, who hanged himself in jail.

In 1971, the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar” opened at the Mark Hellinger Theatre on Broadway.

In 1986, the superpower meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland, ended in stalemate, with President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev unable to agree on arms control or a date for a full-fledged summit in the United States.

In 1987, former Gov. Alfred (“Alf”) M. Landon, R-Kan., died at his Topeka home at age 100.

In 1997, singer John Denver was killed in the crash of his privately built aircraft in Monterey Bay, Calif.; he was 53.

In 2000, 17 sailors were killed in a suicide bomb attack on the destroyer USS Cole in Yemen.

One year ago: A Nigerian al-Qaida operative pleaded guilty to trying to bring down a jetliner with a bomb in his underwear; Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab defiantly told a federal judge in Detroit that he acted in retaliation for the killing of Muslims worldwide.

Today’s Birthdays: Actress Antonia Rey is 85.

Comedian-activist Dick Gregory is 80. Former Sen. Jake Garn, R-Utah, is 80. Singer Sam Moore (formerly of Sam and Dave) is 77. Broadcast journalist Chris Wallace is 65. Actress-singer Susan Anton is 62. Rock singer-musician Pat DiNizio is 57. Actor Carlos Bernard is 50. Jazz musician Chris Botti is 50. Rhythm-and-blues singer Claude McKnight is 50. Rock singer Bob Schneider is 47. Actor Hugh Jackman is 44. Actor Adam Rich is 44. Rhythm-and-blues singer Garfield Bright (Shai) is 43. Country musician Martie Maguire is 43. Actor Kirk Cameron is 42. Olympic gold medal skier Bode Miller is 35. Actor Marcus T. Paulk is 26. Actor Josh Hutcherson is 20.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Ghost Encounters performance tour retelling seven true tales of ghostly encounters. 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at Canterbury Shaker Village. Admission is $12/adults and $6/children aged 6-17. Spooky tour not recommended for younger children. Space is limited. For reservations or more information call 783-9077 x230 or visit www.shakers.org.

Singer and songwriter Meg Josalen performs original songs and discusses her experience of recording an album. 7 p.m. at the Gilman Library in Alton. The program is free and open to the public.

Free concert by Preston Shannon and his Memphisbased blues band sponsored by the Putnam Fund. 7 p.m. in the auditorium at Laconia High School.

Belknap County Area Committee on Aging meeting featuring the topic “Prescriptions are a Pain”. 10 a.m. in teh Wesley Woods Community Room off Rte 11A, behind the First United Methodist Church in Gilford. For more information call 528-2555 or email sdhendricks@wesleywoodsnh.org.

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 (719 No. Main Street, Laconia). Free group for parents children from birth through age 5. For more information call 524-1741.

Sit and Knit at the Hall Memorial Library in Northfield.

2-5 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 Traditional Harvest Supper to benefit the Lakes Region Habitat of Humanity. 5-7 p.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Church, Route 25 in Meredith. The meal will feature corned beef with a medley of seasonal vegetables and homemade desserts.

Tickets are $10 per person or $25 per family. Tickets may be purchased at the door or reserved by calling 279-6689.

Mini golf fundraiser to benefit the Center Harbor Food Pantry. 2-9 p.m. at Paradise Falls Mini Gold Course off of Rte. 109 in Moultonborough. $7/adults, $4/children 5 and under, and $21 for a family 4 pack. Non-perishable food items will take $1 off the admission cost. Refreshments will be on sale and raffle prizes will be available. All proceeds benefit the Food Pantry.

Ghost Encounters performance tour retelling seven true tales of ghostly encounters. 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at Canterbury Shaker Village. Admission is $12/adults and $6/children aged 6-17. Spooky tour not recommended for younger children. Space is limited. For reservations or more information call 783-9077 x230 or visit www.shakers.org.

Frisbee Gold Fundraiser held by the Prospect Mountain High School Outing Club. 10 a.m. at the Woods at Beauty Hill in Barnstead. Participants are asked to arrive at 9:30 a.m. Cost of entry is $10 per person. For more information or to register email jderrick@pmhschool.com.

Wool Festival held by the Winnipesaukee Rug Hookers. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Moultonborough United Methodist church at 1018 Whittier Highway. Vendors will be selling fabrics, designs, wool rugs, and suppliers to braid and hook rugs.

Wool dying demonstrations will be featured. Lunch will be available during the day. For more information call 253-7088.

Almost Everybody’s Got Talent variety show hosted by the Franklin Regional High School We Can Fly Committee. 7 p.m. at Franklin Regional High School. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students. Proceeds will help defray the cost of the spring musical Peter Pan. Lakes Region General Hospital Nursery Guild Fall & Winter Baby/Children’s Boutique. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Laconia Community Center. Proceeds from the event benefit women’s and children’s heath services in the Lakes Region. For more information call 524-3211 ext. 3018 or email nurseryguild@lrgh.org.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: I am 29 and have been a teacher in a small town for seven years. During this time, I have had two serious relationships, but neither worked out.

Recently, my mother has been on me about moving so I can find someone to marry and have kids. I understand that she doesn’t want me to be alone, but, Annie, I have wonderful friends here. Some are as close as family.

Right now, I am OK with being single, but I know that I have a tendency to resist change. My mother thinks I will be alone for the rest of my life and regret it. I told her I would consider moving, but I really don’t want to leave this place. I love my friends, my job and my students.

What should I do? My mother is so upset that it makes me stressed. -- All Talked Out Dear Talked Out: How important is it to you (not your mother) to be married? Not everyone needs a life partner to lead a happy, fulfilling life. Raising children is an entirely separate issue and could involve adoption or fostering. And many teachers consider their students the only “children” they need. It is difficult to meet prospective marriage partners in areas where the dating pool is small. Even online matchmaking might require relocating. If you can be happy without marriage, tell your mother the subject is closed. But if you are simply too frightened to get out of your comfort zone, please work on it, with counseling if necessary. You shouldn’t have major regrets down the road.

Dear Annie: I am 37 and have a rich life with wonderful friendships and a great career. But I am deeply hurt that my sister has never expressed an interest in being a part of my life.

She takes things too seriously, often holds grudges over minor criticisms, and assumes the role of victim when anything hurts

her feelings, which is often. She married a solid guy, but he’s the type who sees the glass as half-empty.

I am returning to my hometown after living abroad for a year, and I wrote about seeing them. My brother-in-law responded (my sister rarely does), but his interest seemed half-hearted, and he made all kinds of excuses about stress from work and not really being able to do much but rest on the weekends.

My sister has never once visited me in all the cities I’ve lived in. She rarely inquires about my life. I am fun loving and happy.

It hurts that she continually rejects me, and I wonder why I care about a relationship that is so one-sided.

I have talked to her about it, and she always says she’ll be in closer contact, but it never happens. Do I need to let this relationship go? -- Wish I Had a Sister Dear Wish: Your sister is oversensitive and finds it difficult to be closer, but she is not toxic, and we don’t believe she is trying to hurt you. She could actually be jealous of the life you are leading. She seems incapable of the warmth you want, but you apparently have many friends who fill that need. You don’t have to cut her off. All you need to do is adjust your expectations. Please accept your sister’s limitations and reconnect in small doses.

Dear Annie: I read the letter from “Angry and Embarrassed.”

As a mother of three small children, going out to dinner gives me a break from cooking. I try to teach my children manners and tell them that making a mess is not OK, but this lady’s grandchild is 16 months old and cannot understand that yet.

When my kids make a mess at a restaurant, my husband and I apologize and then leave a more generous tip for the server. But I do not feel that these parents were rude in not cleaning up a few noodles that landed on the floor. -- Done That

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to: anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

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Call Marc or Bengi Serving the Lakes Region MOBILE shrink wrapping and winterization services. $10/foot.

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For Rent

BELMONT 3-bedroom 1 bath, 2 stall garage. Large lot, $1,000/Month + security.

524-7599 or 344-9975 BELMONT- Available NOW. 2-bedroom townhouse-style. Quiet area, heat included. $850/mo. All housing certificates accepted.

781-344-3749 BELMONT: 2 bedroom, 3rd floor, coin-op laundry and storage space in basement. $235/week including heat, electric & hot water.

524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

BRISTOL: 2BR apartment, newly renovated. $700/month, includes heat & hot water. 217-4141.

FRANKLIN 2 bedroom apartment. $650 per month, utilities not included. 528-4266 or 387-4443 Franklin- 2 bedroom 1st floor $155/Week + utilities. Call 603-235-6901 FURNISHED Room with private bathroom. Heat, hot water & cable included. $150 per week.

603-366-4468.

GILFORD NEW 3 BEDROOM Large yard, close to school, downtown. $1,250 month plus utilities. $300 off 1 month.

978-387-5200

1 bedroom apartment in Bristol, in grand house with lots of Character, recently remodeled kitchen & bathroom. Nice location on Newfound River with nice yard. 10 minutes to Rt. 93 $600/mo. plus utilities, maybe pets.

603-986-5509

GILFORD 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo. Fireplace, gas heat, W/D hookup, no dogs/smoking. 1 year lease, $975/month + security.

455-6269.

ALTON/GILFORD Line 2BR Cottage w/3-season Porch, $220-235/week +utilities; 3BR Apt. $240-260/week +utilities.

GILFORD: 3-Bedroom, renovated 2-Family on 1.7 acres. Hardwood floors. $1,200/month, heat included.

Available 10/15.

For Rent

For Rent

GILFORD: 3 bedroom 2 3/4 bath, 2 car garage, quiet street, hardwood floors throughout. $1,350/Month +utilities, security & references. 520-0976

LACONIA- Large 4-bedroom 2-bathroom apartment with Heat/Hw included. Hardwood floors, 8 rooms in all. $1,150.

Also have a 3-bedroom 2-Bathroom for $1,050.

566-6815

GILMANTON: Clean, private, newly renovated, single-family home, 1-bedroom with office, $850/month. Concord, 20 minutes. (603)382-4492.

LACONIA 1st floor 2-3 bedroom apartment on Pleasant St. Walk to town & beaches, recently repainted, carpeting, appliances, full bath. $1,000/Month includes heat & hot water. 524-3892 or 630-4771 LACONIA 2 bedroom apartment on Pleasant St. 2nd floor. Walk to town & beaches, private sun deck, beautiful hardwood floors, appliances, full bath. $900/Month includes heat & hot water.

524-3892 or 630-4771 Laconia 2 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. $875/Month, includes heat, close to downtown.

998-0954 LACONIA Large Studio Apartment- Newly painted, carpeting and flooring, off street parking. No utilities, lease required. $500 security deposit, rent $140/Week.

524-3759 Leave message LACONIA- 2-bedroom 2-bath on quiet dead-end street. $975/Month. All utilities included, Call 527-8363. No pets.

LACONIA- 3 bedroom house, across Street from Leavitt Park, close to school & beach. Efficient heat with new windows. Covered parking with lockable storage. Security & references required. Pet considered. $1,100. per month + utilities. 937-0157 LACONIA- 3 Room, 1 bedroom with sun porch, 2nd floor $170/Week, includes heat. $600 security. 524-7793 LACONIA- Beautiful, large 1 bedroom in one of Pleasant Street!s finest Victorian homes. Walk to downtown & beaches, 2 porches, fireplace, lots of natural woodwork, washer/dryer. Heat/hot water included. $950/Month.

528-6885 LACONIA- Clean, quiet, warm 2 bedroom rental, close to downtown. Security deposit, $185/Week, heat included. No pets. 267-7949 LACONIA- Large Rooms for rent.

Private bath, heat/hot water, electric, cable, parking included. $145/week 603-781-6294

LACONIA-1 bedroom $150/Week, includes heat & hot water.

References & deposit. 524-9665 Laconia: Spacious two bedroom apartments for rent with heat and hot water included. Rent from $697-$839 per month. Please call Julie at Stewart Property Mgt. (603) 524-6673 EHO. LACONIA: 2 bedroom, 2nd floor in duplex building with separate entrance. Recently renovated, $240/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

LACONIA: Very nice 1-bedroom apartment in clean, quiet, downtown building. Recently painted.

Nice kitchen and full bath. $175/week, includes heat, hot water & electricity. 524-3892 or 630-4771.

LACONIA: 1st floor, 2 bedrooms. $180/Week, includes heat/hot water. 524-7218 or 832-3535 LACONIA: Charming sunny small 2-bedroom, 2nd floor no smoking/dogs. $200/week. includes heat/hot water.

455-5569.

LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments.

Call for available apartments.

524-4428 LACONIA: Large 1 bedroom 2nd floor. heat & hot water included. $150/week. 832-1639 LAKEPORT Small 1 bedroom apt. near park & beach. $800/ month & sec deposit. Includes heat, hw, washer & dryer. Must be responsible, quiet and non-smoker. Cats OK. 603-528-3840 LAKEPORT- Clean 1st floor 1 bedroom apartment. Heat/hot water, no smoking/no pets. $700/Month or $175/Weekly.

References & deposit. 387-9575 MEREDITHSmall ranch. 2 bedroom, 1 acre of land, new floors, $825/Month. Call Mary 603-493-1197 MOULTONBOROUGH- Winnipe saukee Waterfront 2-Bedroom Cottage: $1,250, including utilities.

Quiet location No pets. Available now. (603)253-8848.

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For Rent

For Sale

NORTHFIED 2BR first floor, w/d hookup, no smoking, no util. $775 a month, refs, security. 387-4885

DINING Table with 8-chairs, including 2-captain chairs: Asking $175.

Excellent condition.

524-9658.

Drums, Base, 2 Tom Toms CB 700. International -Remo Heads black, excellent condition. Snare with case, stand, practice pad, Holton, never used. $300.

524-5979.

FIREWOOD -SANBORNTON. Heat Source Cord Wood.

Green and seasoned. Call 286-4946 FIREWOOD- Green & Seasoned.

Full cords. Over 20 years in business. Tree Service also Available. Insured. 603-279-7354 FIREWOOD. You pick up. $30 1/2 cord truck. 293-0683

NORTHFIELD: 2 bedroom, 2nd floor. Coin-op laundry & storage in basement. $220/Week including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

Furniture

Help Wanted

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

Fabulous back & hip support.

Factory sealed - new 10-Yr. warranty. Cost $1095, sell $249.

Can deliver 603-305-9763.

NEW trailer load mattresses....a great deal! King set complete $395, queen set $249.

603-524-1430.

Free DESK: 3ft. wide X 6ft. L X 29in. high. 5-drawers, solid wood. Must pickup. 524-8444 FREE Pickup for your unwanted, useful items. Garages, vehicls, estates cleaned out and yardsale items. (603)930-5222.

Free Scrap & Appliance Removal.

Call Stu Walker 393-6494 HIGHEST cash price paid for your scrap box trailers, school busses, heavy equipment. No Campers (207)393-7318.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Building Products company looking to hire several people.

Looking for batt installers Previous experience preferred Must have valid NH Drivers License with clean driving record, pass background and pre-employment drug screening. We offer paid vacations, holidays, health insurance and 401K with match.

Apply in person to: Quality Insulation 1 Pease Rd. Meredith, NH. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE !!!

HEAD CHEF For Central NH Resort Career Opportunity Busy year round resort features both ala carte and function menus.

Min. 5 yrs experience.

Health, 401k & vacation.

E-mail resume to: execchefnh@gmail.com

HELP WANTED Busy medical practice looking for a full-time bookkeeper/data entry person and a Part-time person with flexible hours. Medical office experience with knowledge of third party insurance billing preferred. Applicants must be detail oriented, competent, reliable and must possess people skills and the ability to multi-task.

Please email resume and salary requirements to:

pkeramas@gmail.com or mail to:

Box C Roommate: Furnished Room, $125/Week. Near Tilton & I-93. No drinking, no drugs. All utilities. Pet & smoking OK. 603-286-9628

TILTON: Large room for rent downtown. $150/week includes all utilities. 603-286-4391.

WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency and a cottage including heat, hot water, lights and cable. $165-$185 per week. $400 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 1800 Sq. Ft. Building with 2 offices and garage/warehouse space. Conveniently located near Busy Corner. $700/month.

603-998-0954.

SHOP/STORAGE Approx. 1500 sf. of warehouse space near downtown Laconia w/own entrance. Office space w/private entry & 12’ x 12’ Overhead Door. Great shop or storage space. $1700/mo., including basic heat & electrical.

Contact 603-455-6643

For Sale 4-LIKE new Blizzak/ Artic Snow tires 205/60/R16. $160. Box of ocean fishing equipment 279-5227 AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”.

AQUARIUM Items, Fresh/salt water fish, 55, 29, 20, 10 gallon tanks, and accessories. 284-9299 AVALON woodstove/insert, fire view, heats 2,000 sq. ft.Good condition. $400. 603-293-4239.

BANQUET Stacked Chairs: 125 available, $15 each or best offer; Oversized livingroom armchairs, $25 each. Call Larry, 387-7427.

COLOR TV: 25” RCA Console Model & Toshiba VCR Player.

Great condition. $50/best offer.

524-5529.

CUB Cadet tractor and loader: 325-hours, 19HP, diesel, 4WD, loaded tires and rear chains. $6,950. 603-455-5835

1127 Union Ave., Unit 1 Laconia, NH 03243

AKA TOOL, INC

SINGLE male needs roommate(s) 2 bedrooms available $100+ per week, share utilities. Pets considered. 556-7098 GOODYEAR Wintermark Magna Grip studded snows, 185-65-14 multi-lug wheels on rims. 7/32 tread. $200. 528-2152 LEATHER recliner bought on sale for $595 on May 18, 2012. New. $450. 603-524-1851.

LOAM

Beautiful, organic, screened loam. $15/yard.

Call (603)986-8148.

LOG Length Firewood: 7-8 cords, $900. Local delivery. 998-8626.

MOVING out sale! All things must go! Best Offers. Loudon.

267-8880 PORTER Cable Compound Miter saw 12in, $75. Craftsman 10in.

Sliding Miter Saw, $100. Emglo Twin Tank Compressor $100.

603-998-3950 RYOBI Gas leaf blower, chain saw, skill saw, power tools and hand held tools. Best offer.

603-366-4174 SMALL Heating Oil Deliveries: No minimum required. Evening & weekend deliveries welcome.

BENJAMIN OIL, LLC .

603-731-5980 SPRINGFIELD Armory 1911-A1, NIB, 2 mags and leather holster. $650; plus 4 mags, vintage military holster, pouch (1918) belt set, B/0 603-875-0363 SUPPORT your local logger and heat with carbon neutral wood or wood pellets. Purchase a Central Boiler outdoor wood furnace on sale EPA qualified to 97% efficient. (603)447-2282.

Thompson Center Encore 50 ca. muzzleloader with scope. Real Tree camo stock with thumbhole.

Like new $575. 603-502-5026 Truck Load random size lumber & plywood pieces. $25. 293-0683 TWIN box spring & mattress $20, futon $40., both in good condition.

455-8521 Washer, couch, overstuffed chair, TV, 3 bed frames, $20 each.

603-293-0683.

Furniture 2 queen bedroom sets both with dresser, mirror, night stands; $499 and platform $399. Full-size Mediterranean wooden bed $150.

2nd Shift ~ Lead Man Vertical Machining Center Setup / Operate EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Excellent Benefits Health/Dental/401k Plan 60k + 477 Province Road Laconia, NH 03246 524-1868 Email: hr@akatool.com

INSURANCE Inspector wanted.

Part-time, light commercial & residential inspections. Experience required.

Contact michael@uicinspections.com 508-998-6115

AUTO TECHNICIAN for busy shop Must have state inspection license. ASE certitication helpful, but not neccesary.

Alignment experence a plus.

Need to be able to work independently & must be able to diagnose.

Must have own tools.

Hoilday and vaction pay.

Send resume to: Laconia Daily Sun BOX H 1127 Union Avenue Laconia, NH 03246

CARPENTERS Experienced Trim Carpenters Needed. Call 581-9606

Help Wanted

Belknap Independent Business Alliance (BIBA) Director position available: 20 hours per month. Exciting opportunity to support local independent businesses and the community. Email your resume to info@bibanh.org

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN Full Time Position, 3+ Years experience with using basic hand tools, assembling equipment, troubleshooting, and wiring. E-Mail resume to: dhautomation@metrocast.net or fill out application at

Schumacher Equipment 19 Field Lane Belmont, NH 267-7870 See us www.GreatAutomation.com

AUTO & TRUCK PARTS

STORE MANAGER Immediate opening for full-time position.

Experience helpful, but will train the right individual. Full benefit package includes 401(K), profit sharing, monthly bonus, annual bonus, paid vacation & holidays, medical and dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, employee discount program, paid training and certification and more.

Apply in Person: 580 Union Avenue Laconia, NH 03246

GILFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT Coaching Positions Girls’ JV Basketball High School Alpine Skiing Middle School Alpine Skiing

If interested please send letter of interest to: Dave Pinkham, Athletic Director Gilford High School 88 Alvah Wilson Road, Gilford, NH 03249 or email dpinkham@gilford.k12.nh.us For more information call 524-7146 x 251

Home Care SENIOR HOME CARE COMPANIONS elder care services. Our caregivers are screened, interviewed, experienced, qualified and over 50. Senior services include mature, caring companionship, meals, shopping, laundry, light housekeeping, transportation, personal care and respite.

Service is provided hourly, overnight or as a 24-hour individualized home elder care service.

Look us up at www.shcclr.com.

Call for a free in-home assessment, (603)556-7817.

Home Improvements TOTAL FLOOR CARE, TOTAL HOME CARE Professional Floor sanding, refinishing. Repair: remodeling, painting, cleaning. 603-986-8235

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Mobile Homes

Services

Services

Services

Yard Sale

Yard Sale

$24,995 14 wides $51,995 44X28 www.CM-H.com

BELMONT Yard Sale. -Saturday, 10/13, 8am-1pm. 6 Grove Dr. Off Ladd Hill. Halloween decorations, some small furniture and other things. Rain or Shine.

MEREDITH MULTI-FAMILY 40 Upper Ladd Hill Rd. Next to Northway Bank

Open Daily & Sun.

CENTER HARBOR Giant Inside Moving Sale! Everything Must Go! Antiques, brand name clothing, artwork, Halloween Costumes, CD s, Books, Book CD s, game camera, Yamaha keyboard w/stand, Annalee Dolls, stained glass, stained glass supplies, glass grinder, upholstered chairs, wall quilts, cookbooks, albums, shoes, bedding, luggage, rubber stamps, Xmas decos and wrap, hundreds of greeting cards, Lawnmower, Twilight collectibles, etc. 27 Overlook Dr., Ctr. Harbor NH. Sat. Oct. 13, 8-2 & Sun. Oct 14, 8-11.

Camelot Homes Rt. 3 Tilton NH

Motorcycles 2007 Honda Metropolitan Scooter.

49cc, 750 miles, mint condition, $1,000. 387-9342

Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz

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

OPEN FOR THE SEASON

Recreation Vehicles

GILFORD YARD SALE SAT. 10/13 8AM-4PM

2002 Polaris ATV- 300 CC, 4x4 w/plow. Only 780 miles, $1,650.

Diamond plate truck tool box $85.

603-387-6969

126 Pease Rd. Meredith Halfway between Rte.104 & Parade Rd.

Wed-Sun 10-5 603-279-4234

2008 650 Can Am Outlander XTLow miles, like new, $6,000.

393-6793 PLAN AHEAD with a 24ft. travel trailer. 2001 Trail-Lite with new A/C. Sleeps 4, good condition. $4,500. Call 524-8860

FLUFF n BUFF House Cleaning: Call Nancy for free estimate.

738-3504.

Real Estate

HANDYMAN SERVICES

BUILDING for sale, 4 unit apartment building in Bristol, N.H. Well maintained. $205.000. Kevin 603-968-5509.

Small Jobs Are My Speciality

Home for sale by owner: 3 bedroom, 1-bath, living room, dining room. A block from downtown Laconia. Assessed at $130K, asking $69,500. Principals only, sold as is. Call 603-581-6710

Services

Kero & Electric Lamps Shades • Supplies Glassware • Tools & Collectibles

Lamp Repair is our Specialty alexlamp@metrocast.net SNOW PLOWING- Reasonable rates, Laconia-Gilford. 455-7897

Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277

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

Our Customers Don t get Soaked!

528-3531

HARDWOOD Flooring- Dust Free Sanding. 25 years experience.

Excellent references. Weiler Building Services 986-4045 Email: weilbuild@yahoo.com J & I Landscaping- Fall cleanups, snow plowing & all other landscape services. Call John for free quote. 603-630-3198

Major credit cards accepted

8 Clayton Ave. (Off lower Morrill St.)

LACONIA GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, 10-2 142 Church St. Gardening, carpentry, woodworking tools (table saw, radial arm saw, drill press), wood stove, electric lawn mower, etc.

LACONIA MOVING/TAG SALE SAT. 9-2

SPR Property Services Residential & small office cleaning. Mobile home hand washing. Trash & junk removal.

Shannon 998-6858

TILE DESIGN Tile & Marble Installation & Repair Carpentry & Decks Bathroom Remodeling

25 Years of Experience References, Insured

Business Telephone Systems Sales, Repairs Data & Voice Cabling. 20 Years in Business 524-2214

Collectibles, Boyds, Fenton, Snow Babies, Cabbage Patch, Hand/Garden/Power Tools, Fishing Gear & more!

29 MORRILL ST. Hutch, TV, coffee table, small kitchen set, computer table/chair, much, much more!

LACONIA Yard Sale- Saturday, 9-3. 38 Beaman St. (Near LRGH).

Lots of treasures; M&M collectibles, ladies clothes, CD!s.

LACONIA Yard Sale- Saturday, October 13th, 8am-2pm. 297 Holman St. LACONIA: 72 Leigh Court.

Saturday, 10/13, 8am-12pm.

Sports memorabilia & collectibles.

Antiques, skis, tons of stuff!

Friday, 12-Dark Saturday 8-Dark

MEREDITH MOVING SALE Saturday, Oct. 13th 8am-2pm Furniture, antiques, sports & exercise equipment, contractor equipment, electronics & household items.

Everything Must Go! 16 Robin Way, Meredith

MOVING / ESTATE SALE 335 Liberty Hill Rd, Gilford Saturday, 10/13 ~ 8am-2pm Antiques, leather sofa & chair, bookcases, chairs, lawnsweeper, mosquito magnet, portable A/C, framed pictures, household items & more!

MOVING SALE - INSIDE 20 True Road #51 Interlakes MHP - Meredith Sat & Sun ~ 10/13 & 10/14 10am - 4pm Freezer, A/C, Christmas decorations, garden equipment & household items.

SANBORNTON MOVING SALE * Furniture, Tools, Clothes and Furnishings Oct. 13 & 14

*

8am - 4pm

19 Lakeside Drive

SANBORNTON GARAGE SALE 235 CRAM ROAD Sat., 10/13 8am-3pm Lots of great items

603-293-7501

Lakeport Community Association Yard Sale On Railroad Ave. Everything 1/2 price Except $1 Brown Bags Box Car Open Lots of New Items!

“WE’RE HIRING” Call your local Recruiter!

SFC Michael Sullivan (603)731-5505

Saturday, 10/13 8am-?

BEHIND LAKEPORT FIRE STATION

WEEKLY TRASH PICKUP

$45/Month (6) 30-Gallon bags per week

603-986-8149 Snowmobiles 03 Skidoo Grand Touring SportV-1,000, 4-stroke, 2 up, backrest, electric start, reverse, front & rear heated grips. 1570 Miles, like new. $3,500/OBO. 366-5586 M.A. SMITH ELECTRIC: Quality work for any size electrical job. Licensed-Insured, Free estimates/ 603-455-5607 MATURE woman looking for 5 hrs. a week housecleaning.

998-6420

MR. JUNK Attics, cellars, garages cleaned out. Free estimate.

Insured.

455-6296

Professional Painting Affordable price. Michael Marcotte

Storage Space HUGE GARAGE in Gilford for rent, perfect for 2 cars or large boat. $250/Month. 508-596-2600 LACONIA: 20' x 18 ' two car garage for rent. $195/month including electric, 524-1234.

Wanted To Buy Hospital bed wanted to purchase.

In pristine condition. Call

TILTON CLEAN OUT SALE! FRI.-SUN. 8-4 86 LANCASTER HILL RD. FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND MORE!

TILTON Neighborhood Attic and garage sale. Tools, household goods, furniture, lots of good stuff price to sell! Sat. Oct. 13th, 9am to 5pm. 56 Hill Rd.

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Frates family wins $20,000 on Family Feud, Local properties in Green has chance to win more in show airing today Buildings Open House GILMANTON — In an episode of the television games show Family Feud that was taped in May but first aired yesterday, the Frates family of Gilmanton Iron Works succeeded in earning more points than the Freemont family, from Douglasville, Ga., earning them the chance to play a second time, which will be aired today. The Frates won $20,000 in the game’s “Fast Money” segment and could win up to $100,000 and a new car.

The Frates’ second appearance on Family Feud

will be aired at 3 p.m. today on WHDH, found locally on Channel 7.

Competing in the game show, hosted by comedian Steve Harvey, were Larry and Joan Frates, owners of Frates Creative Arts Center in Laconia. They were joined by son Oliver Frates, daughter Amelia Hamilton Miller and son-in-law Lyall Hamilton Miller.

CALENDAR from page 22

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13

FoR SaLe

Afternoon tea and fashion show hosted by the Thompson Ames Historical Society. 2 p.m at the Union Meetinghouse in Gilford Village. Tickets are $8 per person.

Refreshments include tea sandwiches, scones, desserts, and tea. Seating is limited. To purchase a ticket call 527-9009.

11th Annual Fall Craft Fair to benefit the LRGHealthcare Breast Health Program and other Auxiliary projects hosted by the Lakes Region General Hospital Auxiliary.

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Laconia High School. The event is handicap accessible and free of charge.

Rock the Regiment non-profit rock concert to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Doors to the Franklin Opera House in Franklin open at 6:30 p.m. followed be the concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased by calling 934-1901 or going online to www. franklinoperahouse.org.

Genealogical Workshop sponsored by the Mary Butler Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

11 a.m. 1 p.m. at the Gilford Public Library. The workshop is free of charge and open to anyone interested in family lineage. For more information visit www.DAR.org.

The Wolfeboro Friends of Music present “The Piano Men” concert. 7:30 p.m. at Kingswood Arts Center in Wolfboro. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the door in advance by calling 569-2152 or by visiting www.wfriendsofmusic.org. Black’s Paper Store, Avery Insurance of Wolfeboro, and Innisfree Bookshop will also have tickets on sale.

Meredith: 3 Unit building with 2 units available for lease. Business zoning. Located in a growing business center and tourist vacation destination on Lake Winnipesaukee. List price well under town assessed market value. $259,900 MLs# 4047147 Laconia: Great 3 BR, 1 BA, year-round home on Lake Winnipesaukee! Priced well below assessment, this home is located on a quiet cove that’s perfect for the kids to go fishing or boating around! This home offers beach rights, a deck, natural woodwork, and an attached garage. $329,900 MLs# 4191116

Open HOuses

MLS# 4047147

MLS# 4191116

The havens aT The summiT

saturday 10/13 & sunday 10/14

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

5 Violette Circle, Laconia: Come live where you play at The Havens at the Summit! Unrivaled amenities package including a 25,000 sqft. amenity building with pools, a health club, and more!

$439,000 MLs# 4144804

MLS# 4144804

www.RocheRealty.com (603) 528-0088 (603) 279-7046

LACONIA — Two local properties are featured in this year’s Green Buildings Open House Tour, an annual event sponsored by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association in partnership with EnergySage. The tour is offered as a way for local residents to see for themselves how renewable energy and energy-saving systems are applied in buildings nearby. see next page The Meredith Historical Society’s Farm Museum is open to the public. Noon-4 p.m. Features exhibits of antique farming tools and early farm life. Located at 61 Winona Road, Meredith. For more information call 279-1190.

“Monte Carlo Night” hosted by the Moultonborough Historical Society. 7-11 p.m. at the New Magic Foods banquet facility at the former North End restaurant on Route 25. The event will feature various card games, muli-prizes, raffles, and a silent auction.

Al-Anon Meeting at the Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Saturday in the first-floor conference room Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518.

All compulsive eaters are welcome to attend the Overeaters Anonymous meeting held each Saturday morning from 11 to 12 at the Franklin Hospital.

The Laconia Farmers’ Market. 8 a.m. to noon in the Laconia City Hall parking lot. A variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, natural meats, seafood, home made baked goods, jelly and breads will be available. Accepts Snap/EBT and credit card payments.

Narcotics Anonymous meeting. 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Society (172 Pleasant Street) in Laconia.

Open Door Dinners offer free weekly meal in Tilton.

4:30 to 5:30 p.m. An outreach housed at Trinity Episcopal Church on Main Street, downtown. provides a free hot meal open to all members of the community. All are welcome to eat and all are welcome to help out. For more information, especially about volunteering, please call Pastor Mark at 286-3120 or e-mail him at markk@trinitytilton.org.

Pine Gardens Manufactured Homes

South Down ShoreS / Long Bay

2001 Fairmont

S at u r day O c t. 13 t h : 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

open houSeS

Sales & Park

16 X 80 Singlewide, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Central A/C, Deck, Shed. Set up in Park. A-9

$25,500

MLS# 4128094

REDU CED $10,000

$179,900 • 1,580 Square feet • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Central air conditioning • Single floor living • Enclosed screen porch • Beach rights to Lake Winnisquam • Estate Sale

See our homes at www.pinegardens.mhvillage.com 6 Scenic Drive Belmont, NH

(603) 267-8182

Directions: Rt. 106 to South Down Shores. Go to the Roche Realty Group office for the gate code. Straight on Outerbridge to stop sign. Take right onto Carol Court.

77 Carriage Lane, Laconia. New Long

By appointment only

Call Kevin Sullivan 603.630.3276

Broker has ownership interest

ksullivan@cbweeks.com MLS #4148824 Brokers Welcome

21 Carol Court, Laconia. New construction with 3 BR, 3 BA, 1st floor master BR, cape style with dutch hip dormer, 3-bay garage, formal dining room, large fireplaced living room, wrap around deck, granite kitchen, and hardwoods. A very classy home. $404,225

MLS# 4128143

Bay home has that WOW factor. 3 BR, 3 BA on cul-de-sac overlooking pond. Features include 1st floor master BR, tile, hardwood, granite, wall of windows out to deck and private yard. $398,451

Directions: Rt. 106 to South Down Shores. Go to the Roche Realty Group office for the gate code. Straight on Outerbridge to Long Bay to Willow Pond.

www.RocheRealty.com

(603) 528-0088

(603) 279-7046

We don’t just list your property…we sell it!!

208 DW Highway, Meredith, NH 603-279-0079 423 Main Street, Laconia, NH 603-527-8200

www.baysidenh.net

MOVE RIGHT IN! Private cul-de-sac living in this Ranch style home. Just down the road from the golf course. Master BR w/Jacuzzi, open concept living area, covered porch & attached garage. Large walk out basement has french doors that open to a private backyard abutting 32 acres of common land. $189,500 Sandi Grace

WINNIPESAUKEE WATERFRONT. Updated 4 BR home in a prime location within walking distance to downtown Meredith. Perfect for entertaining with open concept living areas, decks, balconies & breathtaking views. 2-car garage & a low-maintenance lot will allow you enjoy living by the lake. $960,000 Becky Whitcher 393-7072

Beautifully restored antique home with taste & charm. On a quiet road in a wonderful setting.

Beamed ceilings, wide pine floors, country kitchen & room for the whole family w/4 BRs. Large 3-story barn/garage, 2 porches, slate patio, & mature gardens. The perfect location for I-93 access. $219,900 Jim O’Leary 455-8195

EASY MAINTENANCE Winnipesaukee access home is comfortably updated for yr-round living. Deeded rights to a large sandy beach, tennis courts, a clubhouse, playground and boat launch. 2 BRs, loft, 2 large decks and a brook in your back yard. $145,000 Sandy Price 520-0918

DON’T MISS OUT on this lovely 5 BR Laconia home. Ready for your family and more with 3 1/2 baths, a comfortable apartment with separate entrance & the perfect layout for an in-home office. Updated for elegant comfort.

Near the library, church, shops, restaurants & the lake. $279,000 Chris Kelly 677-2182

GOLFER’S DELIGHT! Classic home has great mountain views in a fantastic location across from Pheasant Ridge Country Club. 3 BRs, post and beam construction, 2 car attached garage, vinyl siding, & a new septic and leach field. Lots of light, fireplace, quiet back deck, and a level 1.18 acre lot. $142,500 Jim O’Leary

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from preceding page Participating in this year’s tour are he Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center’s Pardoe Building, ocated on White Oaks Road in Lacoia. The building was constructed to make use of passive solar energy, was uilt with energy efficient materials nd equipment and locally-sourced umber, features geothermal heating nd cooling, and has a photovoltaic rray to supplement the building’s lectricity usage.

Also on the tour is a residence on New Road in Meredith. The 2,300 square foot home generates more electricity, through photovoltaic cells, than is consumed at the home. Earthtubes are used to provide air conditioning, and solar hot water collectors provide hot water for the radiant floor heating system.

For a full list of properties participating in the tour, visit www.energysage.com/projects/nesea-gboh.

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Gilford $1,395,000

A wonderful & gracious sun-filled waterfront Governor’s Island home w/ spectacular views. #4152070

Susan Bradley 581-2810

Alton - $925,000

3 bdrm 2 bath Contemporary with views to the “Broads”. Sandy beach w/dock, 78’ of crystal clear WF. Wrap around deck. #4190215

Laconia $464,000

Privacy plus at this unique & charming waterfront home with 5.60 AC & 190’ of frontage on Lake Opechee. #4191118

Judy McShane 581-2800

Ellen Mulligan: 603-253-4345

Friday, Oct. 12th & Saturday, Oct. 13th ~ 10am-2pm Stop by our sales office, located in our community building. Come view our wonderful homes & enjoy some festive refreshments and door prizes!

Gilford $368,000

Recently renovated beauty w/ great custom features. Private backyard & lovely perennial gardens. #4191076

Judy McShane 581-2800

Gilford $299,000

Historic Governor’s Island home on a beautiful, level 2.3 acre lot w/ an easy walk to beach, tennis & clubhouse. #4190583

Susan Bradley 581-2810

527-1140

Barnstead - $295,000

Neat cottage located on 150’ of sandy bottom frontage on Half Moon Lake. New appliances, sheet rock & dock. Turn-key. #4183663

Bob Williams / Danielle McIntosh: 603-253-4345

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12 to 2 Laconia $254.900

$79,900 Ranch home with porch in Beautiful Mansfield woods.

Come take a look at this affordable waterfront.

Relax on the large deck w/ roll-out awning to keep you cool. #4153354

Debbie Cotton 581-2883

Northfield $168,000

Country living but easy access to I-93 from this spacious 3 BR home w/ large garage, walk-out family room. #4167194

Debbie Cotton 581-2883

Moultonboro - $99,900

Great new prices on all units!!! New price range is $99,900-$115,500. All units have great floor plans & 1 car garages. #4089177

Danielle McIntosh / Bob Williams: 603-253-4345

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New “over 55” land lease village. $8,000 down 240 @ $515. APR 6% Call Kevin 603-387-7463. Mansfield Woods.

88 North, RT. 132 New Hampton NH.

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E-mail: info@cumminsre.com 61 Liscomb Circle, Gilford, NH 03249

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EQUESTRIAN HORSE PROPERTY IN GILFORD close to the “Village.20x60 meter Stonedust “Dressage” Ring, 3 winter paddocks, 2+/- acre grazing pasture, 3 stall barn, 2 additional small barns, fenced area for furry friends, deck w/hot tub overlooking fields and this BIG 4 bedrm+, 4 bath home. Hardood floors, pine paneled porch, office, and fireplace. 4 Lots/10+acres... $519,000

CONTEMPORARY GILFORD CAPE..nicely sited at the end of this cul-de-sac. Great floor plan for todays living…Spacious and Open!! 9 rooms, 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths and a 3 car garage. Wonderful open kitchen, dining and family rm with double sided fireplace.Hardwood floors and finished lower level..Close to the Village..$399,000

WONDERFUL HOME WITH DEEP PRIVATE BACK YARD complete with fire pit. Recently replaced carpet and fresh paint add to the charm in this 3 bedroom New England Style home. Spacious 21 X 7 screened porch for enjoying summer evenings.

Close to parks and area schools. ASKING…

NOTHING ELSE LIKE IT

CHARMING AS CAN BE

DESIRABLE

UNIQUE WINNISQUAM WATERFRONT..ideal for three families to get on the lake…Big duplex with 3 bedrooms each, single family home , one car garage, a 2 car garage. All on one level lot…160’ of gradual sandy shoreline and beach!! Nothing else like it…$499,000

HISTORIC RIVERSIDE FACTORY CONDO..Charming as can Be!! This 2 bedroom unit is on the ground level with some interior brick walls, H/W floors, exposed beams, central air and low condo fees.

Riverfront, kayak racks, workout room and downtown location. $148,000

DESIRABLE GILFORD NEIGHBORHOOD..

Sprawling 2700+SF Ranch situated on a 1+ acre lot. Nicely sited, landscaped and there’s an inground pool. Nice big kitchen/family rm with a brick fireplace to gather around. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, new addition gameroom and office and 2 car garage. $299,000

NEWLY LISTED

Saturday, October 27 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

at Taylor Community (Woodside Building – Birch Room), 435 Union Avenue

Sponsored by Bank of New Hampshire Earn your certificate from a HUDapproved housing counseling agency!

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