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BELMONT — Budget Committee Chair Ron Mitchell met with selectmen last to night express his displeasure at hearing rumors that the former Northway Bank building was going to be torn down,

intimating the rumors were coming from the Selectboard. Mitchell also wanted selectmen to make some step toward deciding what they will do with the building now that the town owns it. see BELMONT page 9

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LACONIA — A city man who had already served a year in prison for a series of burglaries in the summer of 2010 was ordered held on $10,000 cash bail for allegedly breaking into a north end home Sunday night and stealing two handguns. Police affidavits filed in 4th Circuit Court, Laconia Division in support of his see 20 page 14

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MEREDITH — By unanimous vote the Board of Selectmen enacted a controversial regulation to strengthen oversight of septic systems in the Lake Waukewan watershed following a public hearing on the proposal last night. Between 60 and 70 people attended the hearing, which was opened by Community Development Director John Edgar who explained that the regulation, which originated with the Waukewan Advisory Committee, was intended to safeguard water quality by managing the risk of failed septic systems. At more than $18 million, he said that the cost of circling the lake with municipal sewer was prohibitive. Edgar recalled that the committee undertook a risk analysis of septic systems within 250 feet of the lake. Altogether 112 septic systems on the Meredith shoreline were graded based on their age, along with the see SEPTIC page 8

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Pope joins tweeting masses: @Pontifex

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Benedict XVI, the pope known for his hefty volumes of theology and lengthy encyclicals, is now trying brevity — spreading the faith through his own Twitter account. The pontiff will tweet in eight languages starting Dec. 12 using his personal handle (at) Pontifex, responding live to questions about faith during his weekly general audience, the Vatican said Monday. Within 10 hours of the Vatican’s announcement, Benedict had already garnered nearly a quarter-million followers on the English version of (at)Pontifex alone, with thousands more following him in the eight other language accounts. All that, and he hadn’t sent a single tweet. He may never hit the 1 billion faithful that the Catholic Church counts around the globe, but he’s odds-on to get 1 million followers by the end of the year, British bookmakers Ladbrokes said. The pope sent his first tweet last year from a generic Vatican account see POPE page 9

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GOP makes new ‘fiscal cliff’ offer; Obama says no WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans put forth a $2.2 trillion “fiscal cliff” counteroffer to President Barack Obama on Monday, calling for raising the eligibility age for Medicare, lowering cost-ofliving hikes for Social Security benefits and bringing in $800 billion in higher tax revenue — but not raising rates for the wealthy. The White House declared the Republicans still weren’t ready to “get serious” and again vowed tax rate increases will be in any measure Obama signs to prevent

the government from the cliff’s automatic tax hikes and sharp spending cuts. Administration officials also hardened their insistence that Obama is willing to take the nation over the cliff rather than give in to Republicans and extend the tax cuts for upper-income earners. With the clock ticking toward the yearend deadline, House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and other Republicans said they were proposing a “reasonable solution” for negotiations that Boehner says have been going nowhere. Monday’s proposal came in

response to Obama’s plan last week to raise taxes by $1.6 trillion over the coming decade but largely exempt Medicare and Social Security from budget cuts. Though the GOP plan proposes to raise $800 billion in higher tax revenue over the same 10 years, it would keep the Bush-era tax cuts — including those for wealthier earners targeted by Obama — in place for now. Dismissing the idea of raising any tax rates, the Republicans said the new revenue would come from closing loopholes and see CLIFF page 10

Police report on KC murder-suicide due Tuesday; family asks for privacy

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Breaking their silence for the first time, the family of the woman shot and killed by Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher said Monday their “hearts are truly broken” and asked for privacy while they grieve the loss of two loved ones. Belcher shot and killed his 22-year-old girlfriend, Kasandra Perkins, at their

Kansas City home Saturday before driving to Arrowhead Stadium, where Belcher committed suicide in the practice facility’s parking lot, police said. The couple had a 3-month-old daughter, Zoey. “Our hearts are truly broken for Kasi was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, mother, cousin and friend,” the family said in an emailed statement. The family also

asked that the media “respect our privacy during this difficult time.” “Please keep us in your hearts and prayers as well as the Belcher family,” the statement said. Kansas City police Sgt. Marisa Barnes said Monday that authorities hope to deliver an investigative report to prosecusee KANSAS CITY page 15

WASHINGTON (AP) — Open your notebooks and sharpen your pencils. School for thousands of public school students is about to get quite a bit longer. Five states announced Monday that they will add at least 300 hours of learning time to the calendar in some schools starting in 2013. Colorado, Connecticut, Massachu-

setts, New York and Tennessee will take part in the initiative, which is intended to boost student achievement and make U.S. schools more competitive on a global level. The three-year pilot program will affect almost 20,000 students in 40 schools, with long-term hopes of expanding the program to include additional schools — especially

those that serve low-income communities. Schools, working in concert with districts, parents and teachers, will decide whether to make the school day longer, add more days to the school year or both. All told, education officials expect to provide nearly 6 million more student learnsee CLASS TIME page 11

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After a brief struggle, police say the the officer was able to get control of Chenette and take him into custody. Police say Chenette then threatened to “murder” the officer, and assaulted a second police officer who had arrived at the school within minutes. Chenette is charged with disorderly conduct, criminal threatening, resisting arrest, and simple assault.

LANCASTER (AP) — The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department says a cooperative effort along the border separating Pittsburg and Quebec, Canada, led to the arrest of two Canadian hunters accused of illegally entering the United States for the purpose of poaching moose. Pittsburg shares about 56 miles of border with Canada, along which are hundreds of Canadian hunting shacks and blinds. Officers conducted surveillance of hunting shacks,

as well as foot patrols on the border in October. Officers heard several gunshots on Oct. 13, and determined a moose was illegally killed. They charged 42-year-old Sylvain Perron, of Cookshire, PQ, Canada and a juvenile male. The suspects pleaded no contest last month in Colebrook District Court. They were fined over $3,000 and Perron lost hunting privileges in New Hampshire for two years.

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Kwiatkowski pleads not guilty of spreading hepatitis C in Exeter CONCORD (AP) — A traveling hospital worker accused of stealing drugs and infecting patients with hepatitis C through contaminated syringes pleaded not guilty to the charges in federal court on Monday. David Kwiatkowski, whom prosecutors describe as a “serial infector,” was indicted last week on multiple charges of tampering with a consumer product and illegally obtaining drugs. Kwiatkowski, who was handcuffed, said only “yes” when asked in court if he understood his rights. His trial was scheduled for the first week of February, although U.S. Attorney John Kacavas said given the complexity of the case, it probably would take place later in the year. Kacavas could not say how much federal prison

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‘Risky behavior’ survey of middle schoolers has Gilford administrators concerned By RogeR Amsden FOR THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

GILFORD — A health risk behavior assessment administered to students at Gilford Middle School last spring shows that students are less likely than those across the region to engage in risky behavior but still shows levels of bullying, suicidal thoughts, experimentation with drugs and alcohol and body image concerns that are troubling to school administrators and School Board members. Some 162 middle schoolers ranging in age from 12 to 15 years old took the survey according to Middle School Principal Marcia Ross, and the survey showed that 26.1 percent of the students, compared to 35.2 percent across the region, had carried a weapon such as a gun, knife or club at some point and that 32.5 percent, compared to 47.8 percent in then region, had been in a physical fight. It also showed that 45.3 percent of the students, compared to 54.1 percent in the region, said that they had been bullied on school property. Bullying was nearly equally divided between boys and girls, with 46.9 percent of the girls and 42.9 percent of the boys saying they had been bullied on school property. Also concerning to School Board members were the numbers with regard to suicide, with 14.6 percent of the respondents saying that they had thought seriously about killing themselves, 10.7 percent saying that they had actually made a plan about how to kill themselves and 3.2 percent saying they had actually tried to kill themselves. While male and female students thought about killing themselves at about the same rate (15.4 percent female, 14.1 percent male), females were much more likely (15 to 6.4 percent) to make a plan for killing themselves and four times as likely (5 to 1.3 percent) as males to report that they had tried to kill themselves. School Board member Rae-Mellow Andrews said that the survey numbers about people carry-

ing weapons and bullying on school property were safety issues which concerned her greatly. Referring to incidents of school violence involving multiple victims Andrews said ‘’People say it will never happen here. But oh, wow, yes it can.’’ She said that the issue is one of concern for school’s emergency planning committee and that the numbers of risky behaviors, although on the decline for the School District compared to previous surveys, it still needs to be taken very seriously. Ross, said that with regard to bullying ‘’empathy is something which needs to be developed’’ and that it can not be shut down without ‘’working with the kids to create an environment within the school.’’ She said that starting this week eighth graders at the Middle School will be receiving instruction in in the Courage to Care project, a school climate and culture curriculum designed to reduce bullying and peer victimization by increasing empathy, compassion and civility in young people. The program was started by Dr. Malcolm Smith, a family life and family education specialist with the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension Service, who last year spoke to parents of students at the Laconia Middle School and suggested that America is raising ‘’the meanest genera-

tion’’ and that as many as half of all students at the middle school level are being bullied. School Board member Ken Webber expressed concern over the accuracy of the survey, wondering if the actual numbers of suicide and bullying incidents would match those that the survey seemed to reflect. ‘’We look pretty good compared to the state and the nation on most of the survey questions,’’ said Webber, who asked Gilford High School Principal Peter Sawyer how many incidents of bullying had been reported at the high school this year and Sawyer said only one. Ross said that she also wondered about whether or not some of the survey numbers on suicide were accurate. ‘’Is it actual? That someone would even put it (suicide) there is a matter of concern,’’ said Ross. She said that 75 students at the middle school had reported in the survey that had been bullied while on school grounds ‘’and reported it in the survey but not to us. We can’t address individual instances unless they do tell us. Otherwise, we can only deal with what we see.’’ Ross said that the survey is being shared with parents on the school website and that she and other administrators welcome public comment and input on the results.

HEPATITIS from page 3 blood-borne viral infection that can cause liver disease and chronic health issues. In addition to the New Hampshire patients, a handful of patients in Kansas and one in Maryland have been found to carry the strain Kwiatkowski carries. In Exeter, Kwiatkowski is accused of stealing fentanyl, injecting himself and then re-filling the tainted syringes with saline to be used on patients. The charges refer to seven incidents between January and March, and were handed up after prosecutors were twice given more time to present the case to the grand jury. In requesting the delays, pros-

ecutors said they were still conducting interviews and complex scientific analysis in multiple states, though the indictments only address Kwiatkowski’s time in Exeter. Though New Hampshire cannot charge him for possible violations in other states, it can use evidence gathered in those jurisdictions in its trial, Kacavas said. He said other states are waiting to see the outcome of New Hampshire’s case before deciding whether to file charges. Kwiatkowski, who was arrested in July, had suggested that a co-worker had planted a fentanyl syringe found in his car.

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Women gain in attention but lose in stature On a recent “Meet the Press,” host David Gregory presided in a tailored jacket and tie. Panelists Al Sharpton, David Brooks and Ken Burns appeared similarly professional. But the two female panelists, Andrea Mitchell and Carly Fiorina, seemed ready for cocktails, not coffee, in form-fitting dresses, arms naked to the world. “Meet the Undressed” — or, to put it more melodramatically, “Meet the Oppressed.” In addition to saying intelligent things, the women seemed required to flaunt their flesh and blink under three layers of eye shadow. They were, sartorially speaking, inferior. Half naked may be the babe rule for entertainment shows, but must that dress code extend to women of substance on news programs? So it would seem. I’m not the first woman to be astounded by the dolls on daytime cable news, their overall impression being arms, legs and lip gloss. Why anyone would think “sex sells” on information-oriented news shows is beyond me. The audience can find more and better (sex) on other channels. Fiorina is a serious woman. She was CEO of Hewlett-Packard and a candidate for a U.S. Senate seat in California. But sleeveless in pistachio green, she looks less authoritative than Al Sharpton. Mitchell is NBC’s chief foreign affairs correspondent, for heaven’s sake. Why does she have to display her bare triceps in a red sheath at the age of 66? (I don’t care how good her arms are.) A professional newswoman shouldn’t have to do that at age 22. By contrast, filmmaker Ken Burns gets away with (and looks fine in) the nerd combo of white shirt, brown jacket and matching brown tie. We couldn’t see the panelists’ footwear, but one doubts that Gregory, Brooks or Sharpton walked on the set tottering on stilettos. Such movement-inhibiting shoes would have been entirely plausible on Fiorina or Mitchell.

What the women gained in attention, they lost in stature. And in many cases, the women would rather not be vying for that sort of attention. News executives and their stylists are pressuring smart women to serve cheesecake with the expertise — and justify the ugly business as evidence of gender equality: Ladies, you don’t have to prove anything anymore, so forget about those ‘80s power suits and wear whatever party dress you want to on “Meet the Press.” “Ten years ago, professional dress meant a Talbots suit for women,” the head of a marketing firm that consults with news networks told The Washington Post. Things have changed for the better,” he said. “The audience has equal regard for female and male anchors. It’s given women far more liberty to be feminine.” A crock. If no one has to prove anything, why doesn’t David Gregory wear a cut-off T-shirt and flip-flops? Ann Curry, former co-anchor of NBC’s “Today,” told a women’s magazine how she was pressed to wear “ridiculously high-heeled shoes.” Mika Brzezinski complained that when she started on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” she was pushed into clothes that were “short, skimpy, tight.” She somehow escaped and now wears sweaters and collared shirts, which is what Joe wears. Rachel Maddow has dismissed the cable TV news look for women as “un-businesslike.” How interesting that the minimally adorned Maddow is MSNBC’s hottest commentator, challenging Fox News and attracting the younger demographic. I have no idea where Maddow gets her jackets, but Talbots would not be an impossibility. You wonder whether the news executives tarting up their female journalists aren’t the Ron Burgundys stuck in the age of disco. Perhaps they’re the dated ones, not giving women the liberty to be serious.

I still believe most District 2 voters share Bob Lamb’s values To the editor, An open letter to Bob Lamb: I was very sorry about our loss for Senate District 2. I truly appreciate and am honored that you were willing to be the front-man for my voice in this district. This senate seat is not really about you or about any opponent. It is about the people who live in this district who want their voice, their ideology represented in the legislation that occurs in Concord. What an awesome candidate we gained when you were willing to make this tremendous commitment to be our voice! The strong leadership skills you developed at West Point and honed in your service to our country combined with the expertise you mastered through our post-service career in executive management and

finance are fantastic experience to bring to the senate. Your support and commitment for equality for all residents of this state and country and your unbelievable compassion for human kind are priceless attributes that you offered us. I am so very sorry for District 2 and for State of N.H. that you will not be there, representing us, representing me, in January because I believe in that most of us in District 2 have these same values. Thank you so much for your willingness to serve and for the contributions you continue to make to our community in the greater Plymouth area. I look forward to working with you to get our voice elected in 2014. Barbara McElroy, RN Rumney

LETTERS Let the state sell the prison property a to private developer To the editor, An article last week in this newspaper referred to the City of Laconia once again presenting an offer to the state for the former prison property. Comments by Councilor Lahey suggested that it be brought before the City Council to resubmit a bid for this property. I have no objection to bringing it forward in a public council meeting so that each member may express their thoughts for either purchasing said property or not purchasing said property. A lot of the previous bid was discussed and came out of non-public which at the time was the correct forum. However, it has now been in the public forum and press and so far only remarks of Councilor Lahey are sought or printed. This is a huge deal and involves a lot of money being invested on the part of the City and still no plan is forthcoming on exactly what we would do with the whole property. The fact that if the city purchases said property, it is a huge potential tax revenue the city would lose. The recent tax bill you received pointed out the reason for the tax hike was the 300 million dollar drop in property assessments. This is huge and means many things to the taxpayer on a fixed income and who might not be able to hold on to their property, but with the decreased property value, won’t get what their property is worth and eventually a lot of them will lose their property because of the economy and their inability to sell their property anywhere near what they paid for it. The city at this time is struggling

to revitalize the downtown. If we feel we are able to finance the purchase of this state property, could not that ability be spent to help in bringing money back into the city by doing something in the downtown area. I doubt we can do both. Revenues coming to the city from the tourist business would help increase property values and swell the property tax revenues. The plans, such as they are, for the state property are based on the EPA funding the expensive clean-up of this property. No guarantees and you must OWN this property before you can even apply. How sure are you that the Federal government is going to fund it. It’s called gambling. A private developer if interested in this property knows what the problems are and if they buy it, they will be prepared for the cost of cleaning it up and perhaps there will be money available to them. The state itself is now deliberating on whether or not they really want to sell it. There are representatives who believe this is a valuable property. If they sell it will be a win/win for Laconia. If they use it for something else, it will mean at least jobs for the area and people who will need homes. In conclusion, let’s take a real long look at the whole fiscal picture and not rush out to buy property without knowing the benefits to the city. Let’s do something that will renew our city, bring tax revenues, raise our property values, and make Laconia a great place to live for all. Councilor Brenda Baer Ward 4 - Laconia

Chiropractic manipulation improves immune system? Prove it! To the editor, I find it ironic Russ Wiles titles his recent letter to The Sun “the proof is there for anyone who wants to know the truth”, and then in the body of the letter resorts to mistruths, distortion and lies. No Russ, chiropractic manipulation does nothing to the immune system. There is no proof that chiropractic manipulations does anything to the nerves in the body, Russ. In fact recently the general chiropractic counsel, a statutory body with regulatory powers in the UK, published a position paper on chiropractic care:

“the chiropractic vertebral subluxation complex is an historical concept but remains a theoretical model. It is not supported by any clinical research evidence that would allow claims to be made that it is the cause of disease or health concerns”. Russ, since you are such as seeker of the truth, how about a little wager. I have a check for $150 to be made out to the charity of your choice if you can prove to me that chiropractic manipulations has any affect on the immune system. In fact, I’ll make it simple, see next page

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LETTERS I don’t know of a white president who had to put up with this crap

An epidemic of openmindedness; GOP realizes it must evolve

To the editor, In a recent letter, my friend Steve Earle wrote: “the left is fond of saying is that conservatives and Republicans are all ‘racists’. Just when did that happen? I’d like to know? History shows it was just the other way around. Perhaps Scott can weigh in on that question for me.” So, I am “weighing in.” Actually, Steve is right. The Democratic Party was long the party of slavery and segregation. The GOP was the party of Lincoln. It IS ironic that the two parties have switched that way. I am sure that part of the reason is as more African-Americans voted in the 60s, the Democratic party realized an opportunity. That the Democratic Party is opportunistic and part of the “problem” I have no doubt. It might surprise Steve that I have voted in almost every election since I was 18 and have rarely voted “for” anyone. I was usually voting AGAINST the other candidate! Personally, I do not see ALL conservatives as racist or bigoted. Nor do I see as racist people who simply criticize President Obama or his policies. Where I DO see a great deal of direct or indirect racism is in the extremism with which some have attacked the president on imaginary grounds. To criticize him is one thing and I do it all the time. But to promote “Big Lie” conspiracy theories about his religion, his birthplace, and his loyalty to this country is something else altogether. I would categorize this as racist or as at least discriminatory because I do not know of a white president who has had to put up with this crap. The Right was out to “get” Bill Clinton but at least

they found realistic stuff to get him on. When I see anti-Obama rallies where people wear tee shirts that read “put the WHITE back in the White House” or the so-called “funny” Tea Party cartoons that show watermelons on the White House law, why yes, I am going to suspect at least some racism. I cannot help but wonder if at least some of these people are angry white men who are angry simply because a black man could be elected president in this country. I could say the same thing about conservatives in the anti-immigrant movement. I rarely hear attacks on European immigrants, legal or illegal even though there are many in the U.S.A. People do not usually bash them because they look European! I never hear the “less spending” Tea Party advocating a billion-dollar fence across the Canadian border but only across the Mexican border. Could it be that some of this stuff is at least a BIT anti-Latino? And there are “real” racists in the anti-immigrant movements. What about the Ku Kluxers and white-supremacist militias that volunteer to “guard” the Mexican border? Maybe not all immigrant bashers are in these organizations but the rest do very little to distance themselves from. Sorry, Steve, that I took so long to respond to your letter but I have been busy. Also, when I get some time, I will explain why I am not sure I see racism and bigotry as the same thing. Have a Merry Christmas (are you surprised that a progressive would wish you a Merry Christmas?)! E. Scott Cracraft Gilford

To the editor, Our nation needs a strong conservative Republican Party, but what we’ve witnessed in recent years is a dangerous shift to the far right. Moderate Republicans and independent voters see the party as out of touch with the electorate and determined to maintain a stranglehold on the country in a backwards, unprogressive way. In large part, these voters agree with the party on its nominally austere fiscal policy suggestions, but they are also socially liberal. Issues such as gay marriage, abortion, health care, and international cooperation force them to turn towards the Democratic Party; and even there they may not find what they’re hoping for. This past election has made it clear that a divided Republican Party cannot win a major election. It’s not that the Democrats achieved more, or even what they promised, it’s simply that the Republicans are set to achieve even less. The divisions within the party are holding it back. A Republican Party capable of standing on a conservative fiscal platform without alienating socially progressive voters would handily win over independents, moderates, and a large portion of the American electorate from the Democrats. Conservatives of the past didn’t see society as a battleground between government and the private sector. Instead, these traditionalists wanted a society that functioned amicably and worked together with all communal classes. They were capable of rejecting ideology in favor of seeking solutions and were more open and excepting of moderates.

Obama Zombies can’t just talk issues, have to make it personal

To the editor, Laconia Fire Department wants to remind people that if they need emergency services the best thing to do is call 911. If you think you need our assistance, then it is in all likelihood it is an emergency. Recently there have been several instances where people called us for help, after they have tried to solve their problem themselves. This is very dangerous, especially in a fire. Any fire in a home, which is not controlled, is a severe threat to the occupants and the property. We do not care how small the fire may appear to you — call 911. Every major fire in this country started small. A small fire in a building will grow very rapidly. Within just a few minutes it can be out of control and spreading so fast you may not be able to escape. Other people in the building may not be aware of the fire. As the fire grows it produces very dangerous by-products such as carbon monoxide and hydrogen cyanide. The toxins are in the smoke and can be lethal in very small doses. We have the equipment and training to work in this dangerous environment — you don’t. Many people who try to fight a fire actually can cause the fire to grow by allowing fresh air to feed the fire. If you cannot quickly put out a fire (within 60 seconds) call the fire department. Even if you think you have put out the fire call us so we can make sure it is out and has not spread. Most people have no experience dealing with an uncon-

To the editor, If you missed the Saturday edition, you missed a letter critical of me. The letter is yet another example of Obama Zombies who cannot stay on message, it has to be made personal. Not with just the target; they have to attack their loved ones. Since my first City Council meeting of Jan. 28, I have been representing people and for the past 16 years, the radio program has been a vehicle for them to express their opinions. The OZ has been a listener for 16 years. As the host/owner of the airtime I understand that criticism of my positions is fine; however, OZ has made it personal not only on my part but towards many of my guests all of those years. OZ believes we (you and me) owe him a good life, with benefits. For what, breathing? He also finds the time to research personal lives. As you can see from his

letter that, in addition to smacking me, OZ insulted every “war orphan” who has received a stipend for KIA fathers’ children who are without his financial help until that child is 18 years old. OZ claims we orphans should give the money back to the government who placed our fathers in danger, and got them killed. On Saturday, I announced each hour that Terry Stewart and I would discuss OZ’s letter and recent criticism by OZ toward Terry’s parents — who were long time valued city employees. OZ was invited to call in. Silence! The podcast is available at wezs.com (Hour 3). Will OZ apologize to all war orphans in Laconia (Rod Dyer, Bunny Spinney, Bill McLean), and across America for taking the benefits? Hell, we only lost a father, right OZ? Niel Young Laconia

from preceding page your friend Dr. Moneymith and other chiropractors point to research by Dr. Pero as their proof that the immune system is benefited by chiropractic manipulations; if you can find me his published research paper demonstrating this I will send the check. I’ll give you one week to respond, if you cannot

prove it, then you make out a check to the New Hampshire Humane Society for $150. Are you willing to take me up on my offer Russ? Or we’ll you continue to hide behind your half truths, misinformation and lies. Mirno Pasquali, PA-C Laconia

Whereas, today’s conservatives are perceived by the electorate as defining themselves in terms of what they oppose. They have no positive plans for dealing with unemployment, economic expansion, effective and fair dept reduction, budgetary policies, foreign policy or diplomacy. They repeat the same formula — government support equals dependency. While this makes sense according to free-market thinkers, and appeals to people as potential business owners, it does not resonate with parents, neighbors and citizens. Since November 6th, the G.O.P. has experienced an epidemic of openmindedness. The party realizes it needs to evolve quickly. But for this to happen, moderate conservatives must retake the Republican Party from the radicals. America desperately needs a serious, thoughtful, credible 21st-century “conservative” opposition to “liberal” views and actions. After being demographically left in the dust, conservatives must regroup, reassess, and recognize the need to evolve on social issues if they are going to connect with the electorate. A new group of Republican leaders want the G.O.P. to return to the party of bold ideas rather than what Rep. Gov. Bobby Lindal calls, “the Party of Stupid.” As a nation, we are not going to make any progress on our biggest problems without a compromise between the center-right and the center-left. But, for this to happen, we need the centerright conservatives, not the radicals to be running the G.O.P. L. J. Siden Gilmanton

If you can’t put ﬁre out yourself in 1 minute, call 911 right away trolled fire; especially a fire in a building. Most people’s exposure to a fire is from a camp fire, or a wood stove. If we do not arrive on-scene within four to six minutes then we will have a difficult time gaining control. The problem actually intensifies in the winter months because our homes get very dry and we actually pre-heat the contents. Fires spread much quicker in the cold winter months. A final note — do not call the fire department directly. During the course of a business day the administrative staff is in and out of the station continually. The firefighters on-duty may be out of the station for a number of reasons: they train frequently , which takes them out of the station; they conduct inspections; they walkthrough buildings all over the city to prepare for an emergency in that building; they are at other emergencies — we respond to an average 10 emergencies each and every day. So it is not uncommon to have no one at the fire station. This is especially true during weekends when there is no administrative staff on-duty. If you call you will get an answering machine. I cannot emphasize this enough — if you need us for an emergency call 911. Time is of essence in an emergency and we cannot get it back. Just the loss of one or two minutes can have a devastating impact. Chief Kenneth L. Erickson City of Laconia Fire Department

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SEPTIC from page one slope of the land and the distance to the water. The systems were grouped into four categories, ranging from very high risk to low risk. Thirty-one systems were deemed “very high risk,” most of them with no approvals on file, indicating that they were installed almost 50 years ago. Another 17 were ranked as “high risk.” The remaining 64 system were identified as “moderate” or “low” risk. Randy Eifert, chairman of the Waukewan Watershed Advisory Committee, called attention to two sections of the regulation. The first applies only to the systems deemed “very high risk”. It would require the owners of these systems to commission a certified or licensed septic system evaluator to conduct an on-site inspection of them with 24 months to certify that they have not failed. Following the initial certification, property owners would be required to have their systems inspected and certified every five years. The second provision seeks to compensate for shortcomings in state regulations. The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES)

CITY OF LACONIA Notice of Public Hearing According to Article V of the Laconia City Charter and other applicable State laws, the City Council will hold a Public Hearing on December 10, 2012 during the regular Council Meeting which begins at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Room 200A regarding: Proposed Ordinance Adopting RSA 79-E, Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive Mary A. Reynolds City Clerk Town of Belmont 2013 Cemetery Care The Town of Belmont, acting through its Trustees of the Cemeteries, invites proposals, for the year 2013 cemetery maintenance care. Those interested may obtain copies of the specifications and supporting reference material at the Belmont Town Hall, Office of the Selectmen, 143 Main Street. P.O. Box 310, Belmont, NH 03220-0310 from the hours of 7:30 am to 4:00 p.m. All proposals must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. December 15th and be enclosed in a sealed envelope marked “Belmont 2013 Cemetery Maintenance Proposal” Please note that the “South Road Cemetery” is a private association and provides their own maintenance. You do not have to be a resident of Belmont to submit a bid.

PUBLIC NOTICE – PUBLIC HEARING TILTON PLANNING BOARD TUESDAY- DECEMBER 11, 2012 6:30 p.m. Tilton Town Hall Agenda 6:30 p.m. Call to Order 1. Continuation of PB Case 12-13 for Charles Sargent for Shed and Garage business to display buildings on property leased from Gaslight Village Cooperative on Laconia Rd, Tilton in the Mixed Use District. (R10 Lot 25) 2. Robert Callahan to discuss possible change of use for the building located at 100 Autumn Drive in Tilton, NH in the Rural Agriculture District (R6 Lot 10-2) Other Business: Minutes of the November 27, 2012 Review of the Master Plan Work on zoning changes for March ballot Correspondence Jane Alden - Chairman Tilton Planning Board

requires that whenever new construction, measured by additional bedrooms, would increase the flow, a newly designed system with appropriate capacity must be approved. However, DES does not require the new system be installed until the old system fails. The replaces this “wait-for-failure approach” by requiring the installation of a new septic system whenever the conversion or expansion of the building adds to the number of bedrooms. Likewise, a property owner proposing an expansion that would increase lot coverage, must demonstrate sufficient suitable space remains on the property for a septic system. Glenn Worsman of Goild Eagle Contracting, Inc. was among the first to speak against the proposal. He said that there is no evidence of failed septic systems and that it was “unfair” to require evaluation of older systems. Moreover, he said that because the state regulates septic systems, a municipal ordinance simply places and unnecessary and onerous burden on property owners. The sharpest criticism was offered by Peter Sharnelaris of Pike Island Road, who claimed that “no one can prove that anyone is polluting the lake.” He was particularly offended by references to the systems classified as “very high risk” as the “Dirty Thirty,” which he called “insults to our neighbors.” By discriminating against a specific class of property owners, he said the regulation was unconstitutional and amounted to “stomping on personal freedoms” and imposing a hardship on waterfront property owners who pay a disproportionate share of property taxes yet go without municipal water and sewer.

Edgar assured the selectmen that Walter Mitchell, the town attorney, reviewed the proposed regulation and found that it raised no legal issues and expressed no concerns about its validity. “We don’t need an ordinance for septic systems,” insisted Paul Anderson of Meredith Neck Road, who said that 99.9-percent of the phosphorus reached the lake through stormwater run-off carrying fertilizer. He explained that overuse of potent fertilizers by homeowners competing with one another for the lushest lawn poses the greatest threat to water quality. Among those speaking in favor of the regulation, Peter Miller, a charter member of the Waukewan Watershed Advisory Committee, described it as “sound resource management.” Acknowledging that septic systems are one of many threats to the lake, he conceded the regulation “is not a silver bullet, but one arrow in a quiver.” The crux of the issue, like so many controversies, is striking the proper balance between “individual liberty and the public good.” Despite being affected by the regulation, Cynthia Hibbard of Pike Island Road expressed support for it, but said she was concerned for her neighbors who may not be able to replace their septic systems for want of enough space or suitable soils. Rob Tardif of DES said that while “there are lots that have been deemed unbuildable,” the agency makes every effort, including granting waivers, to accommodate homeowners faced with replacing failed septic systems. When the board deliberated Selectman Peter see next page

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BELMONT,NH – Historic Bandstand Preservation Project The Town of Belmont, New Hampshire, assisted by its Selectmen-appointed Heritage Commission, seeks interest, bids and qualifications for the Historic Bandstand Preservation Project. Work is anticipated to begin in spring 2013. Officials will provide project inspection and walk-through opportunity at the Bandstand on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. Attendance is strongly encouraged. Current and temporary location is Belmont Village next to the Mill (14 Mill Street) off Main Street. Bids are welcome for total project or any of the major tasks required. GOALS FOR FIRST PHASE ARE: 1. Stabilize structure on permanent masonry foundation 2. Install set up for future electrical service 3. Replace undercarriage and exterior lattice , replicating original materials and design following Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Historic Structures. Repair damaged decorative, original features below the roof 4. Preparation, prime coat and painting (brush-stroked) of completed work. SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDE: STABILIZATION - New masonry foundation, installed above dug gravel bed (16 inch depth), Floating concrete slab (3000 psi with fiberglass), System of concrete blocks, mortared in place, vents, allocated space for utility box placement and access, interim temporary piers, completion within four weeks of start ELECTRICAL - Install 12 X 12 junction box, (6 inch depth) with 40 feet of 2 inch pipe, before foundation pour – for future electrical circuits to be installed at a later phase, to be left accessible for pulling in these circuits CONSTRUCTION & CARPENTRY - Install new sills and replace existing wood under posts with welded supports – at the sill and under posts, Replace lattice with square, wood product matching dimensions of original design and providing utility access, Repair damaged turned spindles in the overhang and spear point dentil molding, providing exact details matching original dimensions, Assess existing fir deck for repair, replacement and replication along with floor joists. As required, replace with 1 inch X 4 inch square edge fir decking, with at least 1/8 inch space between boards for drainage and duplicating original design. Repair floor joists as needed before any new decking installed. Remove existing benches to determine age and condition Replace existing pressed wood gingerbread balusters and top and bottom railings with new wood -replicating original design, copied as current template in 1977, Install new pressure treated stairs with railings in appropriate design and wood. PREPARATION & PAINTING - All new materials should be back primed, installed, applying a finish coat of quality paint- color to be determined by Heritage Commission after their paint analysis Clean, scrape and paint repaired features appropriately BID INFORMATION - Please include the following in sealed envelope marked Historic Bandstand Preservation Project: Business name, address, telephone number and email address, Contact name and telephone number, Years in business, Three project references – contact names and telephone numbers, Examples of experience with other historic preservation projects and/or familiarity with Guidelines for Historic Structures, U.S. Secretary of the Interior, Certificate of Insurance, Names of any subcontractors and their anticipated project role Historic and contemporary photographs of the Bandstand can be viewed at www.belmontnh.org along with links to the Guidelines for Historic Structures and historical notes. DEADLINE - Friday, December 21, 2012 - 11:00 AM. Deliver to: Town Hall, Town Administrator’s Office, 143 Main Street, Belmont NH. Mail to: Town Hall, Town Administrator’s Office, PO Box 310, Belmont NH 03220-0310. Questions: Jeanne Beaudin, Town Administrator (603) 267-8300 ext. 24 and Belmont Heritage Commission (603) 528-5667. The Town of Belmont reserves the right to reject any and all bids and any portion thereof and to accept the bid which best serves community interests.

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BELMONT from page one “We spent a quarter of a million dollars,” he said. “I don’t want to see it just sit there. Earlier this year and after getting approval from voters at a special town meeting in August, selectmen successfully negotiated the purchase of the building — that sits in the middle of the village — from William and Carolyn McDonough. The town spent the entire $250,000 that the voters allowed. This was the third time the matter came before voters but the first time it had been approved. While it is not known where this rumor got started, selectmen said last night they have not had any discussions about the future of the building since the night they voted to put forth the warrant article. At the time, they said they would likely look to using it for town offices. Mitchell’s comments were apparently directed toward Selectman Ruth Mooney, who said she took exception to something Mitchell said at the last Budget Committee meeting. She said the Board of Selectmen have not said or made any decisions about using the building. Mooney went on to say that with the economy in such poor shape and with the municipal budget as projected likely to raise the local portion of the municipal rate by 25 cents, she didn’t see where there was any money to do anything with it in the near future. “I don’t care about this economy. If that’s the case, we shouldn’t have bought it,” Mitchell replied, noting the building was right in the center of the village and the current town hall has a “roof that is falling down.” Mooney said she doubted very much that if the

taxpayers were presented with a $1.5 million warrant article to renovate it that it would pass. Mitchell said in his opinion, taxpayers had been paying attention, that they supported buying it, and that, for the most part, the taxpayers have been supportive of rebuilding the village area as long as it betters the community. Mooney said people tell her that they would like to see the building gone and that the area would make a great park or a great farmers market. “I personally wouldn’t sink anything into it,” she said, noting that the Belmont Mill was the key to the village and the bank building sits right in front of it. Mitchell said his immediate goal was to spend some money on architectural studies to see what the building needs — something in the neighborhood of $30,000. There is $139,000 left in the capital fund used to buy the building said Town Administrator Jeanne Beaudin. The building, which until yesterday was the site of the Vault Hair Salon, is now empty. Beaudin said the town’s building maintenance supervisor would be examining and making recommendations for winterizing it. Cormier said he would like to see Beaudin put together a questionnaire of some kind asking the town’s people what they would like to do with it. He said he’s heard four of five different things about town ranging from using it as town offices or a police station to tearing it down. Calling it a decision that will effect the town for a very long time, he said he wanted options and renderings put to the people so they could decide. The most recent charrette for the Village Revitalization Plan recommended the building be removed.

POPE from page 2 to launch the Holy See’s news information portal, and someone in his name tweeted daily during Lent, part of the Vatican’s efforts to increase the church presence in social media. A personal Twitter account for the 85-year-old Benedict has been the subject of intense speculation ever since, and Monday’s news conference was packed, a strong indication of the interest it has generated. Greg Burke, the Vatican’s communications

adviser, said the handle (at)Pontifex was chosen because it not only means pope in Latin, but also bridge-builder, suggesting unity. How often will the pope tweet? “As often as he wants,” Burke said, though he noted somewhat sarcastically that the pope, who still writes longhand, doesn’t check his (nonexistent) Blackberry obsessively during meetings “like the rest of us.” “He’s not that kind of person. He’s not walking around with an iPad. But all the pope’s tweets are the pope’s words,” Burke said. While the pope will push the button himself on Dec. 12, subsequent tweets will be sent by someone in the Vatican’s secretariat of state. They will, however, all be approved by the pope, officials said. “It’s always going to have his engagement and his approval,” said Monsignor Paul Tighe, the No. 2 in the Vatican’s social communications office. “Not physically, but from his mind.” Questions for the inaugural papal tweet can be submitted to (hash)askpontifex, and the pope will likely respond to three to five of those sent from around the world, Burke said. Subsequent tweets are expected to remain spiritual in nature, taken from his teachings or homilies.

from preceding page Brothers reminded his colleagues that “as long as I’ve been in town the selectmen have had water as a priority” and described the regulation as “a watershed management program. It’s a step in the process,” he continued, added that measures to manage stromwater are “the second major leg. This is just the beginning.” Selectman Carla Horne responded to a question about New Hampton and Center Harbor, which also border the lake but have not taken similar steps, by quoting MIller who in addressing the issue remarked “monkey see, monkey do.”

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to-day reporting, Lewis “responded at all hours of the day and night” to keep residents abreast of good news and bad.” Moreover, he remarked, “for now let us know that she knew that we knew, she was a major part of our town governance.” Uncharacteristically, Lewis was something at a loss for words, but thanked the board for recognizing her talent and service and, on one of the few occasions, left the meeting before the board turned to the business of the day. — Michael Kitch

AUCTION from page one in the much larger Conference Center at the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa and now, thanks to members of the Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association, the auction is occupying nicer digs than ever. The auction starts today and will be broadcast live on both 98.3-FM and Lakes Region Public Access television

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CLIFF from page 2 deductions while lowering rates. Boehner called that a “credible plan” and said he hoped the administration would “respond in a timely and responsible way.” The offer came after the administration urged Republicans to detail their proposal to cut popular benefit programs like Medicare, Social Security and Medicaid. The White House complained the latest offer was still short on details about what loopholes would be closed or deductions eliminated, and it insisted that any compromise include higher tax rates for upperincome earners. Asked directly whether the country would go over the cliff unless GOP lawmakers backed down, administration officials said yes. Officials said they remained hopeful that scenario could be avoided, saying the president continues to believe that going over the cliff would be damaging to the economy. And they signaled that Obama wouldn’t insist on bringing the top tax rate all the way back to the 39.6 percent rates of the Clinton era. The officials spoke

on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly about internal White House deliberations. “Until the Republicans in Congress are willing to get serious about asking the wealthiest to pay slightly higher tax rates, we won’t be able to achieve a significant, balanced approach to reduce our deficit our nation needs,” White House Communications Director Dan Pfeiffer said in a statement. Boehner saw the situation as just the reverse. “After the election I offered to speed this up by putting revenue on the table and unfortunately the White House responded with their la-la land offer that couldn’t pass the House, couldn’t pass the Senate and it was basically the president’s budget from last February,” he said Monday. The GOP proposal itself revives a host of ideas from failed talks with Obama in the summer of 2011. Then, Obama was willing to discuss politically risky ideas such as raising the eligibility age for Medicare, implementing a new inflation adjustment for Social Security cost-of-living adjustments

from preceding page designed in a similar style to the already-donated furniture, isn’t just an aesthetic improvement — it should also help the auction operate more smoothly. “Not only is it beautiful, and makes it a more cohesive set,” King said, “One of the key things is something you can’t see.” On the back side of the back drop, the side hidden from Lakes Region Public Access Television cameras, a built-in shelf runs the length of the structure. The shelf will be used, King said, to organize and manage the flow of items displayed and sold on auction boards. More than 2,000 items will be auctioned off during the five-day event, a parade of donated items that used to be fed through the set using a series of tables, a situation she said was “a little hectic”. King said the process should be “more of a conveyor belt” with the new shelves. The new set features a few other tweaks to the auction. For example, the phone bank has been reduced from 15 lines to 12, as more bidders utilize

the website as opposed to the phone line. Also, the space used to interview guests has been moved to a spot removed from the hustle and bustle that the event generates. King invited members of the public to drop by the auction. Early evenings will be a good time to pick. Tonight, beginning at 6 p.m., a group of singers from the Winnipesaukee Playhouse will perform to kick off the night’s events. A “Kinder Choir,” comprised of young singers from a daycare center in Meredith will perform on Wednesday evening, and singers are scheduled for Thursday and Friday evenings, too. “We encourage the public to come down to the auction center and admire that work that went into the new set,” said King. The auction is beginning without enough items to make it through the week, she added, asking for donations. “Right now, the biggest help is donating an item.” — Adam Drapcho

and requiring wealthier Medicare recipients to pay more for their benefits. Monday’s Republican plan contains few specific and anticipates that myriad details will have to be filled in next year in legislation overhauling the tax code and curbing the growth of benefit programs. Tine is growing shorter before the deadline to avert the fiscal cliff, which is a combination of expiring Bush-era tax cuts and automatic, across-the-board spending cuts that are the result of prior failures of Congress and Obama to make a budget deal. Many economists say such a one-two punch could send the fragile economy back into recession.

CLASS TIME from page 2 ing hours next year. “I’m convinced the kind of results we’ll see over the next couple of years I think will compel the country to act in a very different way,” said Education Secretary Arne Duncan. A mix of federal, state and district funds will cover the costs of expanded learning time, with the Ford Foundation and the National Center on Time & Learning also chipping in resources. In Massachusetts, the program builds on the state’s existing expanded-learning program. In Connecticut, Gov. Dannel Malloy is hailing it as a natural outgrowth of an education reform law the state passed in May that included about $100 million in new funding, much of it to help the neediest schools. Spending more time in the classroom, officials said, will give students access to a more well-rounded curriculum that includes arts and music, individualized help for students who fall behind and opportunities to reinforce critical math and science skills. “That extra time with their teachers or within a structured setting means all the world,” said Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper. “It means it allows them to continue the momentum they had the day before. It means they don’t slip back over the summer. It allows them to really deliver.”

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Saint James Episcopal Church in Laconia will celebrate its 150th anniversary on Sunday, December 9. Parish members taking part include, back row: George Carpenter, Micheline Roy, Jennifer Mitchell, Rose Nyatsambo, Jeff Pearson, Dotty Faulkner, Rob Soboslai; second row; Jim Presher, Sally Carpenter, Andrea Schafnitt, Patty Carter, Father Tobias Nyatsambo, Allen Gable, Warren Mitchell; first row; Bob and Harriet Meade, Dorothea Chesebrough, RJ and Kelly Soboslai, Barbara Emerson, Marcia Presher, Maggie Mitchell and Gloria Gallant. (Roger Amsden/for The Laconia Daily Sun)

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LACONIA — Saint James Episcopal Church will celebrate its 150th anniversary at a 10 a.m. service on Sunday, December 9, at which the Rev. A. Robert Hirschfeld, 10th Episcopal Bishop of the Diocese of New Hampshire, will be the major celebrant. ‘’We have a good story to tell. St. James has always been centered on the community. Every parishioner is engaged in reaching out to the community,’’ says Reverend Tobias Nyatsambo, who has been rector of the church since 2011, having come to Laconia after having served as rector of St, Mark’s Episcopal Church in Ashland. Prior to that he was rector of an Anglican Church in Zimbabwe. Organized in 1862 as Grace Church by Rev. James Henry Eames, rector of St. Paul’s Church, Concord, the church had no permanent home in its early days as a mission church, when it was served by itinerant ministers, but records show that it did hold services at other churches such as the First Baptist Church in Lakeport. It wasn’t until 1894, when the church was revived as St. James’ Mission, and the Rev. Lucius Water-

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from preceding page The original church building was later moved to Water Street and most recently housed offices of the Lakes Region United Way and is now for sale. St. James Nursery School was established by members of the church in 1966 and soon became a model preschool education program which still exists today. Long-time school volunteer Joy Dickinson says that today the school, which serves 3-5 year olds and is has been directed by Gail Sullivan for the last four years, has 60 students, some of whom attend every weekday and others who attend classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday while others are enrolled in Tuesday-Thursday classes. ‘’We have four classrooms and six teachers and have a good track record over the years of providing outstanding pre-school education,’’ says Dickinson, who points with pride to the fact that two tears ago at Laconia High School’s graduation the class president, vice president and treasurer were all graduates of Saint James Nursery School. The school is non-denominational and accepts children from all faiths. Her husband, John Dickinson, said that he and his wife became involved in the church when they moved to Laconia in 1970 after he got out of the Air Force. He has been involved in all aspects of the church since that time, according to Father Tobias, who said that Dickinson has held some kind of church office for over 40 consecutive years. Dickinson said that one of the most recent gifts to the community from the church was the establishment of the Hands Across the Table ministry through the church’s kitchen, which since it started in the summer of 2011 has served meals to the community every Tuesday night. As of its first anniversary in August over 6,000 meals had been served and at least 20 children per week were guests at those meals. He said that those involved with Hands Across the Table ‘’painted the whole building and put in a new kitchen. So it was a really good deal for us while making a significant contribution to the community.’’ Bill Hammond, 78, enjoys the dis-

tinction of being the parishioner with the longest relationship with the church, having joined when he was just six months old when his family moved to Laconia. He remembers the old church on Pleasant Street but says he was serving in the military when the new church was built and that he and his wife, Ginny, moved back to Laconia 28 or 29 years ago and immediately became involved with the church, where they have served in a number of capacities. Hammond and his wife have worked with the Friendly Kitchen, which was started in 1987 by the Salvation Army to provide free meals to those in need, for over 10 years now. ‘’We provide the meal the third Tuesday every month and a lot of people are involved, team captains, volunteers who help prep[are and serve the meal and parishioners who donate food’’ said Hammond. He said that normally 50 to 60 people are served at each meal but on occasion the number has increased to over 80 and the volunteers have to make a quick run to Vista Foods to pick up more food for the meal. ‘’There are a pretty active group of churches involved with the Friendly Kitchen. There’s so much poverty and with the poor economy of recent years we’ve seen a growth in the average number of patrons. It is a very worthwhile and extremely needed activity in the community,’’ says Hammond. Father Tobias said that parishioners are involved in a variety of activities that support the church and the local community including the Altar Guild, Ministry of Lay Persons, choir, and Youth Group. All women of the parish are considered members of the Women’s Guild, which runs the annual Snowflake Village Christmas Fair, rummage sales and other fund raising events to support the church. The Fellowship Committee sponsors activities to enhance members relationship as a parish family including potluck suppers, pancake breakfasts, community suppers, and a summer cookout. The Lunch Bunch and Fun Funders are both monthly gatherings of parishioners who meet for fellowship, fun, and to assist the church by financing special projects. see next page

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from preceding page Judge Larry Smukler to serve 1 1/2 to four years in the N.H. State Prison. Six months of the minimum sentence was suspended and he was credited with 41 days served in the Belknap County Jail. Marchione was released from jail on December 12, 2011. During the time he was incarcerated records indicate he tested positive for cocaine in March of 2011 and admitted his guilt on April 19. On April 27, he admitted possessing a television in his cell that was not his. Assistant County Prosecutor Carley Ahern filed a motion to impose the entirety of his sentence but withdrew it in June of 2012. In March of 2012 Marchione was charged with driving while intoxicated by Laconia Police. A clerk in the 4th Circuit Court, Laconia Division said he is scheduled for trial in January of 2013. On July 19, 2012 his parole officer said he violated his parole by being arrested in Laconia for DWI on March 17, 2012, for being arrested on July 18, 2012 by the Meredith Police for receiving stolen property and for

admitting on June 27, 2012 that he used marijuana and non-prescribed Percoset — an opiate. He also admitted that he drank four beers at a barbecue on May 30, 2012. Marchione pleaded guilty to the parole violations in September and Judge James Barry didn’t return him to prison as long as the $5,000 posted by by his parents for his bail went toward restitution for the 2010 burglary victims. His file contained an excerpt from the transcript that indicated his parents agreed to the restitution as they were the ones who posted bail. A second parole violation was filed yesterday with the Belknap County Superior Court saying Marchione violated the terms of his parole by being arrested Sunday by Laconia Police for the most recent charges as well as admitting he used non-prescribed Percoset. His parole officer also noted that he failed to complete a court ordered treatment program at the Phoenix House Substance Abuse Program. Marchione was represented yesterday by the N.H. Public Defenders Office. — Gail Ober

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Artist holds free workshop on basic drawing skills MEREDITH — Estelle Smith from Moultonborough will conduct a free workshop on basic drawing skills at the VynnArt Gallery in Meredith from 10 a.m. until noon. Smith’s pencil drawings and watercolor work are well known throughout the region and her in-home art classes that teach basic drawing and watercolor techniques, are hugely popular. She will offer this event as a sampler of drawing skills she plans to cover in a series of four Saturday morning workshops in January 2013. Smith notes that “I have learned over the years that truly great artists are, without exception, truly great ‘drawers’. Their preliminary sketches and drawings are masterful and are often the first work I seek out at exhibitions. Amateur artists often bypass the time and effort required to acquire these skills, just like amateur pianists avoid practicing scales and amateur golfers headstraight to the first tee instead of the practice range.’’ She says that January in New Hampshire can be a slow time, which makes it a perfect time to knuckle down and learn the basics. “Based on previous experience, I have no doubt that students that invest the time and effort in acquiring these skills will, over time, see a steady improvement in the cali-

ber of their art work, whatever media they choose to work in.” VynnArt owner/director Vynnie Hale notes that “we are proud to display Estelle’s work in our gallery and thrilled that she has agreed to host these workshops.” For more information contact: estellesmith@roadrunner.com or info@vynnart.com.

ASHLAND — As part of the Christmas Night celebration in Ashland on December 7, those who donate non-perishable food items to the Ashland Food Pantry will earn the chance to win a bag of gifts. Donations of food for the Raffle will be accepted at the Ashland Community Center, at 12 Highland Street (next to the Meredith Village Savings Bank) from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 6 and on Friday, December 7.

A raffle ticket will be issued for each qualifying food item. Local organizations and businesses are donating gifts that will be placed in gift bags for adults and for children 12 and under. The winning tickets will be drawn on the evening of December 7 and announced at the Christmas Night tree lighting ceremony that begins at 8 p.m. in Memorial Park. (Winners do not have to be present at the ceremony.)

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LRGH Auxiliary holds annual holiday sale Thursday LACONIA — The Lakes Region General Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop Annual Holiday Sale will be held on Thursday, December 6 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Auxiliary will be offering 25% off storewide with exclusions of candy, greeting cards, notions, flowers and consignment items. The Auxiliary Gift Shop features a wide variety of gift items, scarves, fashion jewelry, small toys, plush and decorations for the home. The dhop is filled with

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many items for holiday decorating. The LRGH Auxiliary is a non-profit organization whose mission it is to fundraise to support programs and projects that assist LRGHealthcare and enhance patient care at LRGH. The LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop is the primary source of funding for the Auxiliary. The LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop is located in the atrium lobby at LRGH.

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If you feel a sharp pain in your tooth when you bite down, you may have a cracked (or fractured) tooth. You are more likely to experience this condition on a tooth that has had a large filling or was injured by a blow to the mouth, but sometimes it “just happens”. A cracked tooth often is not visible to the naked eye and usually does not even show on an x-ray, but your dentist will be able to diagnose this condition. Although the crack may be microscopic, the soft tissue of the tooth (called pulp) may be damaged and may require root canal therapy to save the tooth. Most cracked teeth can be treated by placement of a crown, but if severely cracked, the tooth may need to be extracted. Cracked teeth do not heal on their own. Once your tooth is cracked, it remains that way. However, once treated, most cracked teeth continue to function and provide years of comfortable chewing. To decrease your chances of a cracked tooth, you should ask your dentist about a mouth guard if you grind your teeth or play contact sports. Be careful around hard food such as ice, unpopped popcorn kernels, or olive pits. If it hurts when you bite, get dental care ASAP, as timely treatment may save time, money, and your tooth.

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LACONIA — Madeline Adelaide White, 87, of Parade Road, Laconia NH, died November 28, 2012 at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester NH, following a period of failing health. Born in Whitefield, NH on December 19, 1924, she was the daughter of William and Mabel (Lawton) Johnson. Madeline grew up in Whitefield and graduated from Whitefield High School with high honors, class of 1943. In 1949, with her husband Elmer, and their children, she moved to Center Harbor NH, and then to Meredith NH in 1951. Madeline worked as a secretary at the Mountain View Hotel, and then at the former Mel and Quincy Chair Factory, both in Whitefield. After moving to Meredith, she worked as a spinner at the former Amatex Asbestos Mill, in Meredith, until her retirement in 1969. For many years, Madeline was a very active member of the Advent Christian Church, currently known as Calvary Bible Church, in Meredith. In 1973, Madeline and her husband moved to Granby, MA to help start a church in that community. They returned to Meredith in 1989. She spent her life giving selflessly to others; showing the love of Christ in everything she did. Most recently, Madeline was involved with a group of senior ladies who served on the Note Care Ministry Team at the church. Each Tuesday they would get together and

send out cards and notes for special occasions. Madeline loved spending time with family and friends and she was always ready for a game, a visit or a trip somewhere, anywhere. Madeline is survived by her husband of sixty-six years, Elmer “Whitie” White of Laconia NH; their six children, Carol RichardsConnor and husband David of Meredith NH, Richard White and wife Sylvia of Leesburg, FL, Robert White and wife Helen of Moultonborough NH, Susan Adams and husband Bob of Meredith NH, Patty Gianunzio and husband Pat of Laconia NH, Alan White and wife Carla of Durant OK; eleven grandchildren; twenty-seven great grandchildren; two great, great grandchildren; as well as nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Calvary Bible Church on St. James St. in Meredith on December 8 at 11:00 a.m. to celebrate Madeline’s life. Madeline was involved in the King’s Daughters Ministry at Calvary Bible Church since its inception in the early 1950s. The money raised by this ministry provides for many missionaries and supports mission projects. Those wishing, may make memorial contributions in Madeline’s name, to King’s Daughters, PO Box 1, Meredith NH 03253. To sign Madeline’s Book of Memories, please go to www.mayhewfuneralhomes.com

FRANKLIN — Blanche Gibbs, 63, of Franklin, died at her home on Nov. 30, 2012 following a sudden illness. She was born in East Boston, MA the daughter of Charles B. Gibbs and Jean (Gallagher) Gibbs. Blanche resided in Franklin since 1967. She was a graduate of Franklin High School, Class of 1968 and later attended Plymouth State College. Blanche received a degree as a medical assistant. Blanche formerly was employed at Beede Electric and Hoyt Electric, both in Penacook, and was later employed at Wal-Mart in Concord. She was currently assisting her dad at home as his caregiver. Blanche was a communicant of St. Paul Church where she served as a Eucharistic Minister. She greatly loved her cats which she rescued from

local shelters. Family members include her father, Charles B. Gibbs of Franklin, 3 brothers: Thomas Gibbs, Christopher Gibbs, and Keith Gibbs, all of Franklin, 2 sisters: Charlene Saunders and her husband Randy of Greenville, SC, and Beatrice Van Luyn and her husband Ron of Mechanicsville, VA, and several nieces and nephews. Her mother, Jean, died Aug. 7, 2012. An hour of visitation will be held Tuesday morning, Dec. 4th from 9-10 am at Thibault-Neun Funeral Home, 143 Franklin St., Franklin with a service to follow at 10. Spring interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. Donations in memory of Blanche may be made to the Franklin Animal Shelter, 71 Punch Brook Rd., Franklin, NH 03235. For directions and an online guestbook, please visit www.neunfuneralhomes.com

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Monique T. Cormier, 85 SANBORNTON — Monique T. Cormier, 85, passed away at her home in Sanbornton, NH on December 2, 2012. Born May 30, 1927 in Thetford Mines, Quebec, Canada, the daughter of Adelard & Obeline (Ouellet) Landry, she is survived by her husband of 64 years, Ody Cormier. Monique dedicated her life to being a wife and mother, raising five children: Suzanne Arena, Kip Cormier, and Claude Cormier, all of Sanbornton, NH, Nicole Cormier of Austin, Texas and Pierre Cormier of Charlotte, NC. After her children were grown, she worked as a real estate agent and in her later years enjoyed volunteering at Lakes Region General Hospital and spending her winters in Naples, Florida. Close friends and relatives knew her as “Taffy”. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, Laconia. In addition to her husband and children, survivors include her six grandchildren, Megan, Charles and Thomas Arena of Sanbornton, Casey Cormier of Sanbornton, and Jenna and Frankie Muehleman of Austin, TX, her daughters-in-law, Sally Cormier

and Kristen Cormier, both of Sanbornton, and her son-in-law, Frank Muehleman of Austin, TX. Predeceased by twelve brothers and sisters, her one surviving sister is Margot Turcotte of Quebec. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 from 6:00-9:00PM in the Carriage House of the WilkinsonBeane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:00AM at St. Andre Bessette Parish, Sacred Heart Church, 291 Union Avenue, Laconia, N.H. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Colleen Nolan, ARNP for her support during Mom’s illness. Memorial donations may be made to the A. O. Cormier Scholarship Fund, c/o Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 7312, Gilford, NH 03247-7312 Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.

Rebecca A. MacDonald, 90 NEW HAMPTON — Rebecca Ada (Page, Nichols, Boynton) MacDonald, 90, of Sinclair Hill Road, passed peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on November 30, 2012. She was born in Campton on May 11, 1922, the daughter of Albert W. and Lizzie (Moulton) Page. She grew up in Campton and moved to New Hampton in 1947. Ada was employed as a spinner at the L.W.Packard Company in Ashland for 43 years. After retiring at the age of 64, she started making afghan’s. She made so many that at her 80th birthday, members of her family and friends came with at least one afghan each for a parade. She was predeceased by her husbands John W. Nichols and Horace E. Boynton, Sr., stepchildren Clara M. (Boynton) Fewtrell and Horace E. Boynton, Jr., her brother Albert W. Page, Jr. and two sisters, Evelyn Magoon and Charlotte Mack. Ada was a beloved wife and enjoyed family times with her many grandchil-

dren and great grandchildren. Survivors include her Husband of 48 years Henry MacDonald of New Hampton; two sons, Wayne W. Nichols of Antrim and Robert C. Boynton of Concord; six daughters, Barbara L. Skeats of Bristol, Ruth E. McClay of New Hampton, Vera E.Thurber of Hill, Nancy O. Fogg of Bridgewater, Priscilla A. Dow of Campton and Rebecca J. Heath of Warren; 37 grandchildren, 58 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Betty Marsh of Ashland and Brenda Brooks of Holderness; many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be on Monday from 5-8 at the Dupuis Funeral Home, Hill Avenue, Ashland. A celebration of life will be on Tuesday at 11 am at the Ashland Baptist Church, Main Street, Ashland. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Newfound Area Nursing Association, 214 Lake Street, Bristol or Pemi-Baker Community Health, 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH.

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Granite State Ringers perform at Good Shepherd Church LACONIA — Granite State Ringers, New Hampshire’s only community bronze handbell choir, will hold an audience interactive concert on Saturday, December 8 at 7p.m., at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The event is open to the general public and admission is a suggested donation of $10 per person. Led by director, Joan Fossum, this concert will feature a variety of holiday music including Martha Lynn Thompson’s arrangement of Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride”, Hark the Herald Angels Sing” composed by Felix Mendelssohn and arranged by Cathy Moklebust, Sherman’s arrangement of “Carol of the Bells”, and “All I Want for Christmas” composed by Donald Gardner and arranged by Matthew Prins. Granite State Ringers will perform the first half of the concert. Children between the ages of 5 and 18 will then have the opportunity to play alongside GSR during the second half. A child volunteer, selected at random, will also have the chance to be choir director. Handbells can be compared to keys on a piano. Each person in the choir controls a few piano keys. The bells are kept in order like a key board – lowest to highest – in chromatic order. Handbell and handchime ringing is a great way for people of all ages to have an opportunity to experience the joy of music. Even very young children with little or no musical experience can participate by copying rhythms and playing simple melodies. Handbell ringing can offer all people the chance to

Granite State Ringers will hold an interactive concert Saturday night at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. (Courtesy photo)

learn the basics while building confidence and music appreciation. Granite State Ringers, a non-profit organization, was formed in 2007 with the mission to offer dedicated handbell ringers the opportunity to promote and perform a varied handbell repertoire and to educate the public about handbells. Granite State Ringers performs using five octaves of Malmark Handbells and five and a half octaves of Malmark Handchimes. For additional information on this organization and upcoming performances, visit the website www. granitestateringers.org.

Meat Bingo Friday at VFW Post 1670 in Laconia LACONIA — VFW Post 1670 in Laconia will host a meat bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 7. All proceeds will be donated to homeless vet-

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Belknap Mill celebrates season with tree display, bazaar LACONIA — The historic Belknap Mill on Beacon Street in downtown Laconia will feature two holiday season events in December. The yearly Trees for the Holidays will run from December 5 through January 8 at the mill according to Belknap Mill Society president George Roberts, Jr., who says “The Trees for the Holidays is a popular annual event at the Belknap Mill. We’ve been doing it for a number ofyears to celebrate the holiday season.” The public is invited to view the trees on display in the Mill’s first-

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Tuesday, Dec. 4, the 339th day of 2012. There are 27 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Dec. 4, 1619, a group of settlers from Bristol, England, arrived at Berkeley Hundred in present-day Charles City County, Va., where they held a service thanking God for their safe arrival. (Some suggest this was the true first Thanksgiving in America, ahead of the Pilgrims’ arrival in Massachusetts.) On this date: In 1783, Gen. George Washington bade farewell to his Continental Army officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York. In 1816, James Monroe of Virginia was elected the fifth president of the United States. In 1912, Medal of Honor recipient Gregory “Pappy” Boyington, the Marine Corps pilot who led the “Black Sheep Squadron” during World War II, was born in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. In 1918, President Woodrow Wilson left Washington on a trip to France to attend the Versailles (vehr-SY’) Peace Conference. In 1942, U.S. bombers struck the Italian mainland for the first time in World War II. President Franklin D. Roosevelt ordered the dismantling of the Works Progress Administration, which had been created to provide jobs during the Depression. In 1965, the United States launched Gemini 7 with Air Force Lt. Col. Frank Borman and Navy Cmdr. James A. Lovell aboard. In 1978, San Francisco got its first female mayor as City Supervisor Dianne Feinstein was named to replace the assassinated George Moscone. In 1984, a five-day hijack drama began as four armed men seized a Kuwaiti airliner en route to Pakistan and forced it to land in Tehran, where the hijackers killed American passenger Charles Hegna. In 1991, Associated Press correspondent Terry Anderson, the longest held of the Western hostages in Lebanon, was released after nearly seven years in captivity. Pan American World Airways ceased operations. In 1996, the Mars Pathfinder lifted off from Cape Canaveral and began speeding toward Mars on a 310 million-mile odyssey. (It arrived on Mars in July 1997.) One year ago: Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s party hung onto its majority in Russia’s parliamentary election, but faced accusations from opponents of rigging the vote. Today’s Birthdays: Actress-singer Deanna Durbin is 91. Game show host Wink Martindale is 79. Pop singer Freddy Cannon is 76. Actor-producer Max Baer Jr. is 75. Actress Gemma Jones is 70. Rock musician Bob Mosley is 70. Singermusician Chris Hillman is 68. Musician Terry Woods is 65. Rock singer Southside Johnny Lyon is 64. Actor Jeff Bridges is 63. Rock musician Gary Rossington is 61. Actress Patricia Wettig is 61. Actor Tony Todd is 58. Jazz singer Cassandra Wilson is 57. Country musician Brian Prout is 57. Rock musician Bob Griffin is 53. Rock singer Vinnie Dombroski is 50. Actress Marisa Tomei is 48. Actress Chelsea Noble is 48. Actor-comedian Fred Armisen is 46. Actor Kevin Sussman is 42. Actress-model Tyra Banks is 39. Country singer Lila McCann is 31. Actress Lindsay Felton is 28.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Holiday Luncheon held by the Members of the Meredith Historical Society. Noon at Mame’s Restaurant in Meredith. Cost is $17.50 per person. To make a reservation or for specific menu choices call 524-6586. Elderly Assistance Information Session presented by Gail Lyman, Franklin Area Director of Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties. 11 a.m. at the Tilton Senior Center located at 11 Grange Road in Tilton. Mystery Hike with NH Covert Volunteer, Dot Banks. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Tilton Senior Center on Grange Road. Easy walk on local trails. The Lakes Region Camera Club meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at The Trinity Episcopal Church on Route 25 in Meredith at 7:30 PM. The program will be Rangefinder Cameras presented by Richard Hartman. Persons of any experience level are welcome. For more information, visit our website at www.lrcameraclub. com or call Phyllis Meinke at 340-2359. Storytime at Belmont Public Library. 3:30 p.m. Lakeport Community Association meeting. 7 p.m. at the Freight House. Chess Club meets at the Laconia Public Library on Tuesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. All ages and skill levels welcome. We will teach.) Hands Across The Table free weekly dinner at St. James Episcopal Church on North Main Street in Laconia. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The New Horizons Band of the Lakes Region meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Music Clinic on Rte 3 in Belmont. All musicians welcome. For more information call 528-6672 or 524-8570. Hall Memorial Library Happenings. Storytime 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Arts and Crafts featuring Giltter Paintings 3 p.m. 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.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Christmas Carolers sing at the Taylor Community in Laconia. Participants should meet at 7 p.m. at the Community Center in Laconia. Free and open to the public. Cocoa will be provided. Call 524-5046 to sign up. Brown Bag Luncheon Seminar, Pinterest For Your Business, presented by the Plymouth Regional Chamber of Commerce. Noon to 1 p.m. at Pease Public Library in Plymouth. Non-perishable food item donation requested. For more information call 536-1001 or go to www.plymouthnh.org. “Donation Only” Zumba class to benefit the Giving Tree Fund. 3:15-4:15 p.m. in the cafeteria at Inter-Lakes High School. Suggested donation is $10. Participants are encouraged to wear comfy clothes, sneakers, and water bottles. For more information email ashley.white@interlakes.org or jodi.pendexter@interlakes.org. Mom and Me free movie viewing featuring ‘Curious George’ held at at Smitty’s Cinema in Tilton. Doors open at 11 a.m. followed by the showing of the movie at 11:30 a.m. Popular Russian pianist and innovative writer Sergei Novikov performs his classical-folk-jazz music collection at the Taylor Community in Laconia. 3:30 p.m. in the Woodside Building. Free and open to the public. To reserve a spot call 524-5600. The Thrifty Yankee (121 Rte. 25 - across from (I-LHS) collects donations of baby clothes, blankets and hygiene items for Baby Threads of N.H. every Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 279-0607.

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Christmas Night celebration in Ashland Friday includes hay rides, play, Christmas tree lighting ASHLAND — Christmas Night In Ashland will be celebrated this year on Friday evening, December 7, in downtown Ashland. Several local organizations, businesses and individuals will participate in the event, which is coordinated by the Community Council of Ashland. The 2012 event will include children’s workshops and scavenger hunt, pictures with Santa, food and other sales, hay rides, a “Christmas Carol” play, the lighting of the town Christmas tree, and a Santa’s Gift Bag Raffle to benefit the local food pantry. Most events take place between 5 and 6:45 p.m. on Main Street and Highland Street. Pictures With Santa are offered for a $1 donation by the Friends of the Ashland Town Library, at the Library, 41 Main Street, at the main intersection in the center of the village. The Meredith Village Savings Bank holds a free Christmas tree ornament workshop for children at its Ashland Office, at the corner of Riverside Drive and Highland Street. Next to the bank at 12 Highland Street is the Ashland Community Center, which will have a Bread Basket Raffle and the annual Cookie Walk, with cans of cookies, mostly home made, for sale at $3 per can. (Buyers get to pick their own cookies.) The Community Center is also the site of the Santa’s Gift Bag Raffle to benefit the Ashland Food Pantry. Non-perishable food items can be brought to the Center between noon and 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 6 and Friday, December 7. One raffle ticket will be given for each qualifying food item donated to the Food Pantry. The raffle includes gift bags for both adults and for children 12 and under. The winning tickets will be announced at the tree lighting at the end of the evening. A Corn Chowder Supper to benefit the Food Pantry will be served in St. Mark’s Parish Hall, at 16 Highland Street next door to the Community Center. The supper, including chowder, crackers and beverage, costs just $3. Horse drawn hay rides, sponsored by the CommuCALENDAR from preceding page

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Laconia Elders Friendship Club meeting. 1:30 p.m. at the Leavitt Park Clubhouse. People 55 and older meet each Wednesday for fun, entertainment and education. Meetings provide an opportunity for older citizens to to meet for pure social enjoyment and the club helps the community with philanthropic work. Country Acoustic Picking Party at the Tilton Senior Center. Every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Duplicate bridge at the Weirs Beach Community Center. 7:15 p.m. All levels welcome. Snacks. Preschool story time at Belmont Public Library. 10:30 Citizen Watches Repairs

nity Center, will load up in the Town Hall parking lot, just beyond St. Mark’s Church, at 20 Highland Street. Donations will be appreciated, but are not required for the hay rides which will be given from 5 to 8 p.m. The hay ride can be taken up Highland Street to the Cheney House, 82 Highland Street, where the popular Lionel Train Display by Anthony Hoerter will be on view. Returning to Main Street, visitors will find the 6th Grade Class of the Ashland School selling raffle tickets, hot dogs and water on the sidewalk in front of the Ashland Insurance Center at 44 Main Street. Tickets are available at $5 each (or five for $20) for a box full of prizes worth over $250. (The raffle winner will be announced at the tree lighting ceremony.) The wreaths that have been retired from the town utility poles to make room for the new holiday banners are also available for a donation at this site. The student artists of the Ashland School will display Christmas Greetings posters in the storefront of the Shepard Block, at 48 Main Street. The Ashland Baptist Church Dining Hall at 57 Main Street is a focus of the evening event. The Ashland Area Recreation Association will give out free coffee and hot chocolate and will also sell food. The Ashland Woman’s Club will sell hand made scarves and hats and other hand made items to benefit their Scholarship Fund for Ashland students. The Ashland Historical Society will display historic photos of downtown Ashland. The Parks & Recreation Department will hold a Little Ones Workshop to make pine cone birdfeeders. The Dining Hall is also the starting place for a scavenger hunt, organized by the Parks & Recreation Department for children, who will search the downtown for clues to win prizes. The Hampstead Stage Company will present a play based on Charles Dickens’ classic story “A Christmas Carol” with Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob see next page a.m. Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Wednesday nights at 5:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Church in Belmont. Call/ leave a message for Elizabeth at 630-9969 for more information. Free knitting and crochet lessons. Drop in on Wednesdays any time between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Baby Threads workshop at 668 Main Street in Laconia (same building as Village Bakery). 998-4012. Narcotics Anonymous meeting. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 18 Veterans Square in Laconia. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) group meeting. 5:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Meredith

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Mix 94.1fm getting ready for Cash-N-Cans drive LACONIA — Mix 94.1fm is getting ready for its 26th annual Mix 94.1fm Cash-N-Cans Money and Food Drive for the Holidays. Fred Caruso and Amy Bates will broadcast live from over 20 different locations across central New Hampshire December 7-14, accepting non-perishable food and monetary donations Last year was another record Cash-N-Cans year, raising $30,540.46 and over 25,000 non-perishables. People can make donations in person at any of the broadcast sites, or by mail. Make make checks payable to “Mix Cash-N-Cans” and mail to Mix 94.1fm, PO Box 941, Franklin, NH 03235. Here’s the 2012 Mix Cash-N-Cans Broadcast Schedule: Friday 12/7: 3:30-6 p.m., Santa & His Workshop, TRIP Center, Downtown Franklin. Monday 12/10: 5:30-10 a.m., The Soda Shoppe, Franklin; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Cumberland Farms, Weirs Beach; 2-5 p.m., Lakes Region Jewelers/Sal’s Pizza/ Pet Paradise at the Belknap Mall; 5-7 p.m., UNO’s, Tanger Outlet Center, Tilton. Tuesday 12/11: 5:30-10 a.m., McDonald’s in Tilton; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., HK Powersports Laconia; 1-3 p.m. The Wineing Butcher, Gilford; 4-6 p.m., Belknap Subaru, Tilton.

Wednesday 12/12: 5:30-8 a/m., Willow Hill Food & Beverage, Franklin; 8-10 a.m., Stafford Food & Beverage, Downtown Tilton; 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Kramer & Hall Goldsmiths/Franklin Savings Bank/ Prescott’s Florist, Downtown Laconia; 2-4 p.m., Irwin Motors, Bisson Avenue Laconia; 5-8 p.m., Tilt’n Diner at Exit 20 for the annual Cash-N-Cans spaghetti Dinner. Thursday 12/13: 5:30-10 a.m., Park-N-Go Market, Northfield; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. T-Bones in Laconia; 2-5 p.m., Franklin Savings Bank, Upper Central Street. Santa will be there and anyone who makes a donation will receive a goodie bag with special surprises inside; 5-7 p.m., Ciao Pasta, Park Street in Northfield. Friday 12/14: 5:30-10 a.m., McDonald’s in Franklin; 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Benson Auto West Franklin; 3-6 p.m., Grevior Furniture, Downtown Franklin. Organizations which the drive assists include, Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry; Tilton/Northfield/Sanbornton (TNS) Christmas Fund; Bread & Roses Soup Kitchen; Franklin Police Toys for Tots Program; Belmont Police Santa’s ‘Lil Helpers Program; CAP’s Cupboard, Merrimack/Belknap Community Action Program; The Santa Fund of the Greater Lakes Region; St. Joseph’s Food Pantry, Belmont

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period of rest afterward. Until Monday’s announcement, the duchess had shown no signs of being with child. She was photographed just last week bounding across a field clad in black high-heeled boots as she played field hockey with students at her former school. Still, speculation has swirled about when she and William would start a family from almost the moment they were wed on April 29, 2011, in a lavish ceremony at Westminster Abbey. The attractive young couple is immensely popular — with William’s easy common touch reminding many of his mother, the late Princess Diana — and their child is expected to play an important role in British national life for decades to come. For months, Kate’s every move has been scrutinized for clues about a possible pregnancy — from each time she touched her stomach to whether her outfit choices hinted at a baby bump. In September, tongues wagged over why she might be avoiding alcohol when the duchess opted to toast with a glass of ice water instead of champagne during a banquet in Singapore.

from preceding page Cratchit, and the ghosts of Christmas. The performance, suitable for all ages, will begin at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Ashland Baptist Church. It is sponsored by the Community Council and the Friends of the Town Library. (Donations again will be appreciated, but are not required.) The celebration concludes at 8 p.m. in Memorial

Park, at the corner of Main Street and Riverside Drive. Christmas carols will be sung. The prize winners for the Gift Bag Raffle, the Sixth Grade raffle and the scavenger hunt will be announced. And, with the help of Santa Claus, the town Christmas tree will be lit. For more information, call Sue Longley at 5363141.

BRIGHTEN THE HOLIDAYS SUPPORT MRS. SANTA FUND For several years now the Mrs. Santa Fund has provided gifts for children from Newborn to age 17. This list grows longer each year. Once again Mrs. Santa’s Elves need your generosity. New clothing and toys may be dropped off at the Town Hall until December 21st. Cash donations are made payable to Mrs. Santa Fund and may be sent to: Alton Town Hall, c/o Sheri York, PO Box 659, Alton, NH 03809.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: Two years ago, I walked away from a 28-year marriage. A year after my divorce was final, I began seeing an old family friend. My ex-husband has decided that the only possible reason for why I left him is another man, because in his humble opinion, he was perfect during our marriage. I have told him over and over the reasons why I left, but he doesn’t hear a word I say. The problem is, we share grandchildren. My grandson is having a birthday soon, and my ex has given our daughter explicit orders that I am not to bring my new boyfriend. The birthday party is being held at my daughter’s house, and she called and asked me to come alone so as not to cause any problems. My daughter understands that her father is being unreasonable, but he is their father, and they love him. One of my sons actually confronted my ex about this before, and my ex didn’t speak to him for months. He told our son that he was taking my side by accepting my boyfriend. I live with my boyfriend, and my ex has a live-in girlfriend whom he plans to bring to the birthday party. I am heartbroken that my ex is treating his children this way and even more upset that my kids won’t stand up for themselves or for me. I fear this will never end. What happens when our still-single son gets married? My boyfriend has no problem stepping aside, but I know his feelings are hurt. I don’t want this type of behavior to cause a rift with my kids. This is making me physically ill. Should I not go to the party? I don’t want to play into my ex’s control issues. -- Heartbroken Mom in Connecticut Dear Connecticut: Your children must call Dad’s bluff, or he will continue to marginalize you and any partner you have. This is a power play to control all of you. Unfortunately, you

cannot force your children to risk the relationship by showing backbone. Whether or not to attend these functions is up to you. A child’s birthday party is not as big of a deal as a son’s wedding. Pick your battles. Dear Annie: I am 18 and a senior in high school. My ex-boyfriend and I dated on and off for about two years before we broke up 10 months ago. We are still close friends and have some feelings for each other, but there are reasons why we can’t currently be together. I am starting to like a guy who is three years younger and two grades below me. But I don’t know if he likes me. Should I pursue him? What about my ex-boyfriend who is still my best friend? -- Conflicted and Confused in the Northwest Dear Conflicted: Are you planning to get back together with your ex at some point in the near future? If so, pursuing another guy may make that more difficult. But if the relationship with the ex is over, you are free to pursue anyone. However, the new guy is 15. While he may be flattered by your interest, he’s too young to become involved with a senior. And if there is sex, you could be in legal trouble. Please set your sights elsewhere. Dear Annie: I think you missed an important possibility when answering “Frustrated Dad,” whose college-graduate son plays video games all day. If his son plays games the vast majority of the day, he could well be addicted. When addictions take over, work and relationships are all tossed by the wayside. He retreats from the real world because his reality is in his computer. Dad should absolutely insist that he go to a therapist trained in addictions. Drive him there, or pay for his gas -- whatever it takes. It is a long, hard road back, but it can be done. -- Happier Mom

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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$_TOP dollar paid for junk cars & trucks. Available 7-days a week. P3 s Towing. 630-3606 1998 Ford F150 4X4 Pickup- Ex tra cab, 8ft bed, 165K miles. Registered, XLT, loaded, runs good. $2,700/OBO. 344-8885 Laconia 2003 Silverado LS- Excellent condition, one owner, only 38K miles. 2WD, reg. cab, 8ft bed. $7,900. 524-8745 2003 Subaru Legacy Outback Wagon- $2,000 as is. $3,200 with minor work done. 267-5456 2005 Kia Rio, 4 door, auto, a/c, 104K Miles, new timing belt and water pump, great on gas. $3795. 934-2221 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS, AWD, 27K miles, Cayenne Red, Excellent condition, new tires, CD, heated seats, auto, remote starter/entry, car cover, $12,500, 603-528-3735. 2008 Ford Fusion SE 4 cyl, auto, AC, power doors/windows, moonroof, AM/FM w/ 6 CD/MP3 player, new tires, rear spoiler, black, 95,000 miles, $9750. 528-2595 ANTIQUE 1973 MG Midget$5,200. 267-5456 BUYING junk cars, trucks & big trucks ME & NH. Call for price. Martin Towing. (603)305-4504. CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859. FOR Sale 1994 Chrysler Concord, new tires and battery, awd, inspectable, 28 mpg. Good condi-

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For Rent ALTON/GILFORD Line 2BR Cottage w/3-season Porch, $220-235/week +utilities; 3BR Apt. $240-260/week +utilities. Beach access. 603-365-0799. APARTMENTS, mobile homes. If you need a rental at a fair price, call DRM Corp. Over 50 years in rentals. We treat you better! 524-0348 or visit M-W-F, 12-5, at our new location, 142 Church St. (Behind CVS Pharmacy.)

BELMONT- Renovated, quiet Rte. 3. One & Two bedroom, Include heat/hot water, starts at $685, no pets. 528-1991 BRISTOL- Available immediately! Two Bedroom newly renovated, first floor. New carpet and linoleum, new bathroom fixtures, new appliances and cabinets. Plenty of closet space! Not a far commute to PSU or I93, right around the corner from Freudenberg. $700 per month plus utilities. Will consider a pet. First month plus 1 month security deposit, references required. Please call 603-387-6498. BRISTOL- Available immediately! Two Bedroom newly renovated, first floor. New carpet and linoleum, new bathroom fixtures, new appliances and cabinets. Plenty of closet space! Not a far commute to PSU or I93, right around the corner from Freudenberg. $975/Month, includes heat/hot water/electricity. Will consider a pet. First month plus $500 security deposit to move in. References required. Please call 603-387-6498.

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FRANKLIN: 2 & 3 bedroom mobile homes for rent $700-$725. + Utilities, security deposit required, no dogs, 279-5846.

LACONIABeacon St. West Luxury condo. Furnished, washer/dryer, hardwood floors, granite countertops, storage unit, gym included. Very low utilities. Free Internet & cable. Non-smoker/No pets. Security, lease & references required. $750/Month. 455-4075

GILFORD 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo. Fireplace, gas heat, W/D hookup, no dogs/smoking. 1 year lease, $975/month + security. 455-6269. GILFORD - 1 or 2-bedroom units available. Heat & electricity included. From $190/week. Pets considered. 556-7098.

LACONIA 2-BEDROOM HOUSE Completely renovated, including new kitchen. Nice house, nice area. 64 Fenton Ave. No pets, No Smokers. $975/Month, plus utilities. 630-1438 LACONIA - 3 BR first floor unit. Parking and W/D hookups. No dogs. $1,120 includes heat. Call 315-9492. LACONIA - Great 3 bedroom, hardwood floors, 3-season porch, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking, in town, close to park. $1,100/month. Security, 1st month, references. 455-0602. LACONIA 1-Bedroom Apartment. Includes Heat. Hot Water, Electric. Nice location., No pets/ No smoking. $650/month 630-4198 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 house near LRGH. Includes heat & hot water, washer/dryer, and snow removal. $1050/Month. No pets/smoking. 524-5455 LACONIA, 260 Holman St., 2-Bedroom house, 2 Baths, garage, washer/dryer, screened porch, lake access. No pets, non-smokers. $1,300/mo. plus utilities. 524-4313. LACONIA, Messer St., 1 1/2 Br, $150/wk. Utilities not included. Call 603-512-8722. LACONIA- 2 bedroom house with yard, shed, and off street parking. Available January 1st. $750/Month plus utilities. 620-3133 LACONIA3 BEDROOM $195/WK, 1 BEDROOM $160/wk. Both with sun porch. Heat included. Messer Street. $600 security. HUD Approved. 524-7793, 344-9913. LACONIA3 bedroom washer/dryer hook-up, basement storage, off-street parking, 2nd floor, $800/Month + utilities. 455-6983 Laconia- 3 bedroom/6 room apartment. Views of Winnipesaukee, washer/dryer hook-up, garage (1 bay), discounted rent opportunities (grass cutting/walk shoveling). $925/Month + one month security. Available 12/2/12. Call 486-3966 or 528-1850

LACONIA- Elegant, large one bedroom in one of Pleasant Street s finest Victorian homes. Fireplace, beamed ceilings, lots of natural woodwork, washer/dryer. Walk to downtown and beaches. Heat/Hot water included. $925. 528-6885 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 -2 bedroom duplex unit. Off street parking and W/D hookups. No dogs. $805 plus utilities. Call 315-9492. 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: Studio apartment, $135/week, includes heat. References and security deposit. 524-9665. 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: Gilbert Apartments. Call for available apartments. 524-4428 LACONIA: Huge 3-bedroom, 1st floor. Bonus 3-season room. Washer/Dryer hook-up. No pets/smoking. $900/month. 603-387-6810. LACONIA: Large 3-bedroom, 2nd/3rd floors. Washer/Dryer hook-up. No pets/smoking. $800/month. 603-387-6810. LACONIA: Large 3 & 4-bedroom apartments. Parking. $850/mo + utilities. 603-781-6294. LACONIA: Sunny small 2 bedroom, 2nd floor. No smoking/no dogs. $190/week, includes heat/hot water. 455-5569.

LAKEPORT APARTMENT 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath. No Pets, $950/Month+ Utilities. 1-Year lease & references required. 630-2883

LAKEPORT APARTMENT 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath. No Pets, $950/Month + Utilities. 1-Year lease & references required.

630-2883 MEREDITH, 2 Bedroom, 2 bath mobile home. Utilities paid by tenant. $650/month. 279-4103

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LINCARE, leading national respiratory company in Concord, NH seeks friendly, attentive Customer Service Representative. Phone skills that provide warm customer interactions a must. Maintain patient files, process doctor s orders, manage computer data and filing. Growth opportunities are excellent. Drug-free workplace. EOE. Email resumes to Ivan at IBLIVEN@lincare.com or fax to 603-753-0157.

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MEREDITH: 2 Bedroom apartment. Main Street, convenient to downtown and beach. No smoking/no pets. $700/month + utilites. 279-6108, 6-9pm.

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MEREDITH: 2BR, in-town apartment with parking. $700/month includes heat. No smoking. No pets. Security deposit. Call John, 387-8356.

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

MEREDITH: 1-Bedroom apartment. Main St., convenient to all. Private entrance and parking. $700/Month heated, No Smoking/No pets. 279-6108, 6-9pm. MEREDITH: 1-2 bedroom apartments and 2 and 3 bedroom mobile homes, $575-$750+ utilities, security deposit required, no dogs, 279-5846. NEW Durham- Furnished bed room includes utilities & kitchen privilages. $90/week. 603-978-6416

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MATCHING Black Kenmore elec tric smooth surface, warming drawer, over size burner, simmer control, self cleaning stove with under the counter microwave in very good condition $350. If interested please call 524-1142. Cash only. PIANOS: What greater gift to give a child than a piano? Call 524-1430. RUGER 10/22, model 1230 tactical, target bull barrel, Bi pod, Red Dot scope, like NIB $400, 744-7810 SMALL Heating Oil Deliveries: No minimum required. Eveningweekend deliveries welcome. Benjamin Oil, LLC. 603-731-5980 SNOWBEAR utility trailer 42 inch sides. Asking $750 Call 253-1000 or 361-3801. Solid wood kitchen table with 4 matching chairs. $125/OBO. 671-3876 TIRES & Rims, like new 235/75-15 for two wheel drive GM. 5 lug. $350. 528-5188 WOOD Stove- Regency, 18 inch wood. 7 years old, burns very clean, $475/OBO. Electric cement mixer, 4 cubic feet. Used 1 job, like new, $250. 393-2632

NORTHFIELD: 2 bedroom, 1st floor, direct access to basement with coin-op laundry, $230/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

TILTON: Large room for rent downtown. $150/week includes all utilities. 603-286-4391. TILTON: Downstairs 1-bedroom. $620-640/Month. Heat and hot water included. No dogs, 603-630-9772 or 916-214-7733. WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency and a cottage including heat, hot water, lights and cable. $165-$225 per week. $500 deposit. No pets. 387-3864.

For Sale 7ft snowplow with lights & hydrolic lift $400. 524-4445 AAMCO Brake Lathe with bench and accessories. $1,200 or best offer. 630-3482 AMAZING! Beautiful Pillowtop Mattress Sets. Twin $199, Full or Queen $249, King $449. Call 603-305-9763 See “Furniture” AD. Ariens Snowblower- 6HP, $200 firm. Older model, runs good. 267-8685 FIREWOOD -SANBORNTON. Heat Source Cord Wood. Green and seasoned. Call 286-4946 GREEN Firewood $150 per cord. Dry firewood $210/cord. Cut, split & delivered. 393-1402 IBANEZ Gio electric guitar $100, Austin Les Paul guitar $150, Peavey 130W amplifier $150 286-4012. Pair Ski-Doo Flex Skis- Dual Carbide, black w/yellow handles, 40 inches of carbides. Excellent shape, $400/OBO. Paul

Furniture AMAZING! Beautiful Queen or Full-sized Mattress/ Box-spring Set. LUXURY-FIRM European Pillow-Top Style. Fabulous Back, Hip and Leg Support, Hospitality A+ Rating! All New Factory Sealed with 10-YR Warranty. Compare Cost $1095, SELL $249. Can Delivery and Set-up. 603-305-9763 NEW trailer load mattresses....a great deal! King set complete $395, queen set $249. 603-524-1430.

Free FREE Pickup for your unwanted, useful items. Garages, vehicls, estates cleaned out and yardsale items. (603)930-5222.

If you are a people person and like working with the public, our Customer Service & Sales positions is a fit for you. Call for interview at (603)822-0219 or text anytime to (603)662-9138. Interviews will be conducted same day calls are taken. No experience necessary. Full training provided for those who qualify. Serious opportunity for advancement. Management training from day 1. $1000 sign on bonus, $550/wk. commissions and bonuses.

Central NH CPA firm seeks experienced tax professional for full time seasonal employment with possible year round opportunity. Focus is on individual tax returns, but experience with business returns is a plus. Experience with Ultra Tax CS and QuickBooks preferred. Please send resume to sbatstone@mdccpas.com, fax to 603-528-7624 or mail to: Malone, Dirubbo & Co., P.C. 501 Union Ave., Laconia, NH 03246-2817

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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS needed to deliver NH Union Leader and Sunday news in Moultonborough area. $458 per Week. Early AM delivery, proof of insurance. Laconia resident preferred. Call Jim Paggi 668-4321 ext. 377 KIDWORKS Learning Center is now accepting applications for an Afternoon Float. 12-5:30pm, Monday- Friday, Year Round. Must have 18 Early Childhood Credits. E-mail resume to: kworks@metrocast.net EOE MNA Medication Nurse s Assistant. Part-time. Sanctuary Home Health Nursing. References and license required. 603-455-3585.

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PART time Laundromat attendant at Garden Island Laundromat and Tanning, 585 Union Avenue, Laconia. Tanning certification a plus. Apply in person.

TT OWNER-OPERATOR Sub-contract for Laconia based MC (100 mile radius max). 207-754-1047

Full time property maintenance person with 10+ years experience in landscaping, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, plowing and shoveling. Computer and management skills a plus. Must be reliable, a self starter and have a valid NH drivers license. Must live in Laconia/Belmont area. A drug-free environment. Please send resume to: (fax) 603-527-9223 (email) aemitchell@metrocast.net (mail) A. E. Mitchell Corp. PO Box 720, Belmont, NH 03220

NURSE NEEDED RN FOR KIDNEY DIALYSIS Dialysis experience preferred, but not a must. Senior nursing students may apply. Please send resume to: Central NH Kidney Center 87 Spring Street, Laconia, NH 03246 or Call

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Heavy Equipment BLAIS EQUIPMENT- 2008 D6NLGP. New condition. 2005 D5G 1800 hrs. AC, heat, priced to sell. Several late model machines, rentals available. Always buying. 603-765-8217

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CENTRAL NEW HAMPSHIRE VNA & HOSPICE ON-CALL REGISTERED NURSES Week Night or Weekend Night This is an overnight position working out of our Wolfeboro office, providing phone triage for client calls, and home visits for emergent needs. Week night position will work Mon.-Thu., 4PM to 8 AM. Weekend night will work Fri.-Sun. 4PM to 8AM. Both positions offer guaranteed hours and incentive pay. Must be IV and computer proficient; training provided to qualified candidate. Reliable transportation, valid NH professional license and strong assessment and clinical skills required. This is a benefits eligible position.

Send resume via fax 603-524-8217, e-mail to clong@centralvna.org or mail to HR 780 N. Main St., Laconia, NH 03246 Web site: centralvna.org EOE

PART TIME FRONT OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR We are looking for a friendly, personable and confident individual to work part time in our orthodontic practice located in Plymouth. We require excellent communication, organizational and computer skills as well as the ability to multi-task and work independently There is occasional travel to our other satellite offices. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and growing health professional team.

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Jazz Fridays: Grammy winner Gary Smulyan is first to play new monthly series LACONIA — Blackstones,will host the 6=time Grammy winning baritone saxophonist Gary Smulyan on Friday December 7 at 8 p.m. General admission is $12. The show is produced by NH Jazz Presents, a company that coordinates a four-day jazz tour in Brandon, Laconia, Nashua and Portsmouth. NH Jazz will now present a monthly concert in Laconia on Friday evenings at Blackstones. For Information call Jonathan Lorentz @ (518) 793-3183 or visit www.NHJazz.com Gary Smulyan is critically acclaimed and recognized as a major voice on the baritone saxophone. His playing is marked by an aggressive rhythmic sense, an intelligent and creative harmonic approach and a strong and incisive wit. Smulyan was born April 4, 1956, in Bethpage, New York. The gifted multi-instrumentalist started his music career by first learning alto saxophone during his teenage years on Long Island. While still in high school, Smulyan had the chance to sit in with major jazz artists such as legendary trumpeter Chet Baker, saxophonist Lee Konitz, trombonist Jimmy Knepper and violinist Ray Nance. Smulyan attended SUNY Postsdam and Hofstra before he joined Woody Herman’s Young Thundering Herd in 1978, a group that included saxophonist Joe Lovano, bassist Marc Johnson and drummer John Riley. In 1980, unlike many of his colleagues and peers, Smulyan did not have to go very far to move into New York City proper where he became part of the Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra, which would later become the Village Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. He also found

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Saxophonist Gary Smulyan. (Courtesy photo)

work with other important large ensembles including the Mingus Epitaph band and the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra. Gradually establishing himself in NYC, the talented Smulyan was asked to share the stage and record with Freddie Hubbard, Dizzy Gillespie, Stan

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FLIP this house: 3 bedroom, 1-bath, living room, dining room. Needs TLC. A block from downtown Laconia. Assessed at $130K, asking $69,500. Principals only, sold as is. Call 603-581-6710

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Position to manage all aspects of the Inter-Lakes Senior Center (Meredith). 25-29 hours/week. Direct day-to-day operations of Center including coordination of nutrition services, transportation, education, recreation and support services. BA or BS degree in Human Services or related field (Master s preferred), two to five years experience working with older adults, demonstrated supervisory experience, effective communication skills, program development and community relations. Send resume to Joan Barretto, Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. (ES), PO Box 1016, Concord, NH 03302-1016. E.O.E. No phone calls please.

Home Improvements TOTAL FLOOR CARE, TOTAL HOME CARE

LACONIA lakefront house w/2 BR, 1.5 bath, 985 sq.ft in quiet neighborhood on Lake Winnisquam view of Mosquito Bridge; 101 shoreline w/beach, .54 acre lot; great potential for expansion/ renovation; brick fireplace, 3-yr-old furnace; screened porch, walkout basement $625K; inquiries please call 455-5778

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Getz, Chick Corea, Tito Puente, Ray Charles, B.B. King, and Diana Ross. Smulyan has also enjoyed work with bassist Dave Holland, the cooperative 3 Baritone Saxophone Band, as well as with powerhouse tenor saxophonist George Coleman, and with the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band. In addition to performing and recording in support of these and other luminaries, Smulyan has accumulated a remarkable discography as a leader, with over 10 titles under his own name. He is a four-time winner of the Down Beat Readers Poll and a multiple winner of numerous other official polls including the Jazz Journalists Award for “Baritone Saxophonist of the Year.” Smulyan is a six-time Grammy award winner for his work with B.B. King, Joe Lovano, Dave Holland and the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. In 1995, WBGO voted Smulyan’s Saxophone Mosaic as one of the best 25 CDs of 1995; two years later the Boston Globe selected Gary Smulyan with Strings as one of the 10 best jazz CDs of 1997. Smulyan will perform in Laconia with bassist Ray Drummond. The concert is produced by NH Jazz Presents and sponsored by the Margate Resort, Patrick’s Pub, David Salzberg, the Radisson Nashua, and the Brandon Inn.

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Reasonable rates, home and commercial. No job too big or small. Call for free estimate today. 603-717-6682

DICK THE HANDYMAN Available for small and odd jobs, also excavation work, small tree and stump removal and small roofs! Call for more details. Dick Maltais 603-267-7262 or 603-630-0121

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Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277 HARDWOOD Flooring- Dust Free Sanding. 25 years experience. Excellent references. Weiler Building Services 986-4045 Email: weilbuild@yahoo.com

TACTICAL TREE SERVICE Tree Removal, Tree Pruning & Snowplowing Fully Insured Free Estimates

Store your Car, Boat, Motorcycle, RV in a clean/dry place. Monthly rates. 524-1430 or 455-6518

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CHAIR CANING Seatweaving. Classes. Supplies. New England Porch Rockers, 10 Pleasant Street in downtown Laconia. Open every day at 10, closed Sunday. 603-393-6451

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Very Reasonable Pet Sitter and/or boarding in my home. Addie 556-7211

If you are considering selling your home, please call. I am a pre-approved buyer relocating back to the area, seeking a newer/updated, open concept home. 3/4 bedroom, 2/4 bath, 2,300 sq. ft. +, level lot with privacy. I ve seen all currently listed property

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Snowmobiles SKIDOO 583 red, rebuilt motor, $1500. 2002 Polaris 800 XC High-output twin, purple 1000 miles on rebuilt motor $2200. Skidoo 600 triple 2100 miles $1200. Nice clean machine. 524-9011

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Snowmobiles CALL THE HUNGRY PAINTER: Painting, small tree work, dump runs, odd jobs, water damage/drywall repairs. 455-6296.

2005 Polaris Trail Touring Deluxe2 Up backrest, electric start, reverse, studded track, 1,400 miles, like new! $3,600. 998-4899

“COMPASSIONATE CARE You Need, When You Need It” is the motto of Senior Home Care Companions of the Lakes Region (SHCCLR). Services include Meal Preparation, Shopping, Laundry, Light Housekeeping, Transportation, Personal Care, Respite, Overnight and 24-hour individualized assistance. Services are by mature (over 50), screened, interviewed, referenced, experienced and qualifired caregivers. When a family member needs any of the provided services, please call 603-556-7817 for more information or a Free in-home needs assessment. Or, look us up at SHCCLR.com.

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