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Battle of the Broads intensifies with survey release By michAel Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

CONCORD — “Beauty, tranquility, serenity, relaxation,” said Rusty McLear of Hampshire Hospitality Holdings as he displayed travel brochures picturing glassy lakes and whispering pines. “This is what New Hampshire markets.”

McLear opened a press conference here yesterday staged by the Winnipesaukee Family Alliance of Boating Safety (WinnFABs) to trumpet an opinion survey reporting that nearly 70-percent of those living around Lake Winnpesaukee believe that the current law restricting boats to 45

mph. in day light and 30 mph. after dark should be applied to the entire lake.

Now in its sixth year, the battle over boating speed limits is being waged over the Broads, the widest part of the lake. In 2009, the Legislature enacted the speed limits for two years and last year made them per-

manent over the objections of the Safe Boaters of New Hampshire (SBONH) This year SBONH sought to replace them with a standard of “reasonable and prudent,” but, at the urging of lawmakers agreed to a bill that would maintain the speed limits while exempting see BrOadS page 4

LACONIA — The city school’s financial picture looks a little brighter since the N.H. House passed it’s version of the state budget, but Superintendent Bob Champlin yesterday told the Budget and Personnel Committee that there are still deep cuts in see CUTS page 10

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Olive Braille (right) and Bertier Gauvin, both from the Pyrenees region of France and both employees of the Outplay Adventures company, install or portion Gunstock Mountain Resort’s Aerial Treetop Adventures attraction. The new amenity is expected to open on Memorial Day Weekend. (Laconia Daily Sun photo/Adam Drapcho)

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GILFORD — Gunstock Mountain Resort will welcome several new warm-weather attractions this year, some with enough thrills to rival its wintertime activities.

Work is well under way on one amenity, the Aerial Treetop Adventures course, which along with 8,000 feet of zip lines and an offModern Woodmen

road Segway tour is expected to keep the county-owned resort busy – and lucrative – throughout the year.

The Aerial Treetop Adventures will open on Memorial Day Weekend, according to Gunstock general manager Greg Goddard.

The course is being constructed across the pond from the base lodge and is expected to be used by tens of thousands of people

this summer.

“We already have 100,000 people visit us over the summer,” Goddard said. Soulfest is their most popular summer event, followed by the Lakeside Living Expo, the Timberman triathlon and a craft fair.

With all the new attractions added this year, Goddard said the resort expects see GUNSTOCK page 10

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12 children killed in Brazil school shooting

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A gunman roamed the halls of an elementary school in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday and killed 12 children, lining them up against a wall and shooting them in the head at point-blank range as he shouted, “I’m going to kill you all!”

It was the worst school shooting in Brazil — and would have been deadlier if the gunman had not been shot in the legs by a police officer, who said the man then fell down some stairs and shot himself in the head.

Images taken with a cell phone and posted on YouTube showed students fleeing wildly, screaming for help, many with their white and blue school shirts soaked in blood.

Rio de Janeiro state’s Secretariat of Health and Civil Defense said in a statement on its website that at least 12 other students were injured, many by gunfire, and taken to hospitals. At least two were in grave condition. Officials earlier reported 18 injured.

The dead included 10 girls and two boys, plus the gunman, accordsee BRAZIL page 11

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Shutdown-avoidance talks but no deal as clock ticks down WASHINGTON (AP) — Time growing short, President Barack Obama and congressional leaders bargained and blustered by turns Thursday, still shy of an agreement to cut federal spending and head off a midnight Friday government shutdown that no one claimed to want.

Obama held talks at the White House twice during the day with House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., and aides

negotiated for hours in between in pursuit of a deal.

With an agreement elusive, Republicans passed legislation through the House to fund the Pentagon for six months, cut $12 billion in domestic spending and keep the federal bureaucracy humming for an additional week. “There is absolutely no policy reason for the Senate to not follow the House in taking these responsible steps to support our troops and to keep our govern-

ment open,” said Boehner.

But Obama flashed a veto threat even before the bill passed on a 247-181, mostly party-line vote. The administration issued a statement calling it “a distraction from the real work” of agreeing on legislation to cover the six months left in the current fiscal year, and there was no indication Reid would allow a vote on it.

For all the brinksmanship, there was see SHUTDOWN page 5

SENDAI, Japan (AP) — A big aftershock rocked quake-weary Japan late Thursday, rattling nerves as it knocked out power to the northern part of the country and prompted tsunami warnings that were later canceled.

The quake was initially measured at magnitude-7.4, though the U.S. Geological Survey in Golden, Colorado, later downgraded it to 7.1. Either way, it was the strongest aftershock since several were recorded on March 11 — the day of the magnitude-9.0 earthquake and tsunami that killed as many as 25,000 people and

touched off a nuclear crisis last month.

There were no immediate reports of serious injuries or major damage, and the operator of the tsunami-ravaged Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant said there was no sign the aftershock had caused new problems there.

Workers retreated to a quake-resistant shelter in the complex, with no injuries.

The aftershock around 11:30 p.m. was strong enough to knock items off store shelves and move a large automated teller machine at a FamilyMart convenience store in the major northern industrial

center of Sendai. The city is far enough inland that it avoided major tsunami damage, but people there were without gas and electricity for weeks.

Manager Takehiko Akagi said 100 people had showed up within an hour of Thursday’s aftershock and cleared the shelves of ice, water and instant noodles — items that were in short supply after the bigger quake.

“Usually at this time of night, there is almost no one,” said Akagi, whose store had power even though people in nearby see JAPAN page 9

CONCORD (AP) — The New Hampshire Parole Board granted early release Thursday to a killer who says he has transformed himself behind bars. Timothy Eldridge, who is now 43, was 20 when he shot and killed 15-year-old Travis Wiggins in Tamworth in 1988. Eldridge said he

pointed the loaded gun at Wiggins intending to scare him when his finger slipped off the hammer and the gun fired.

Wiggins’ mother opposed Eldridge’s release, saying he was just “gaming” the system. She said her son would have turned 38 in late April.

“I’m here as a voice for my son, Travis, who’s not here to speak because of an act of the defendant,” Sharon Feeley said.

Eldridge told the board he’s extremely remorseful for what he did to Wiggins and the boy’s family and stressed he’s not the see ELDRIDGE page 9

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President insists Safe Boaters is not a 1 issue group; few own ‘performance’ craft, he says

By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

CONCORD — In the ongoing debate over boating speed limits, Safe Boaters of New Hampshire (SBONH), the group that has opposed restrictions on speed, has been painted by critics as a “go fast,” “thunder boat” crowd of hard-drinking helmsmen hell-bent on whipping across the water at breakneck speeds leaving canoeists, kayakers and anglers trembling in their wash.

Not surprisingly, Scott Verdonck, the president of the organization, bridles at this characterization.

Alluding to widely circulated e-mails, in which he tells of drinking bouts, he claims that “they are jokes and quotes taken completely out of context.” He insists that he never drinks when driving anything — “not a boat, a car, a farm tractor or a bicycle.”

The fabricated personal attacks, he said, are aimed at discrediting the organization.

In June, 2008, when the first legislation to limit boat speeds was enacted, the opposition was led by the New Hampshire Recreational Boaters Association, whose president, Erica Blizzard of Laconia, was at the helm when her boat struck Diamond Island.

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“We have nothing to do with the Recreational Boaters Association,” Verdonck said.

SBONH, he recounted, began in November 2009, after the Legislature had set the speed limits for two years and before it voted to make them permanent.

When the legislation was filed to make the speed limits permanent, Verdonck contends that SBONH took no position for or against them, but objected to making them permanent until the Department of Safety completed a two year study, which he maintains was the intent of the law. He said that SBONH supported a bill to extend the study another year and only turned against speed limits when it failed.

“We came together because we didn’t like the way things were being done,” Verdonck said. He estimated that SBONH counts around 100 members, most of whom are year round residents of New Hampshire, while others are seasonal residents and regular visitors. He said that “performance boaters,” owners of vessels designed and equipped for speed, were a small minority of the membership.

Verdonck claims that SBONH’s agenda is not confined to speed limits. “Our mission is ‘to promote

safe boating through education and effective legislation,’’’ he said. “We are not a single issue group.” He said that SBONH has developed relationship with other organizations and stakeholders with shared interests and has worked closely with lawmakers and state agencies, especially the New Hampshire Department of Safety (DOS).

Apart from the speed limit issue, SBONH has supported legislation to close a loophole in the mandatory boater education law that ensures that no one younger than 12 can operate a motorboat without supervision of a certified adult while enabling 12 to 15-year-olds to become certified to operate vessels of 25 horsepower or less.

Verdonck said that this year the organization requested legislation to enable boaters to tie up to public docks in the event of medical emergencies or inclement weather, which was tabled because lawmakers found it encroached on local control. SBONH also supported a bill to allow boats to be fitted with a device to reduce exhaust noise to levels set by statute. Verdonck said the group plans to request other legislation to improve safety on the water next year.

“We intend to pursue safety issues through effective legislation for years to come,” he said.

Last year SBONH incurred the wrath of residents of the Barber Pole area of Tuftonboro when it challenged a petition to have the channel designated a “no wake zone.” After granting the designation, the DOS reversed its decision when it discovered the petition was invalid. Verdonck insists that SBONH took no position for or against the “no wake zone” but objected to the inadequate notice of the public hearing, which left interested residents unable to attend, and to the flawed petition.

Last week, residents again petitioned DOS for a “no wake zone” at Barber Pole. Verdonck said that SBONH would again remain strictly neutral while acknowledging that “we will inform our membership and individuals may take positions for and against the proposal.”

Despite the sharp differences between SBONH and the Winnipesaukee Family Alliance for Boating Safety (WinnFABs) over speed limits, Verdonck said that there may be more common ground between the two than first appears. “We both recognize that there are issues, including safety issues, on the lake that need to be managed,” he said. “Where we disagree is that we don’t believe that excessive speed is the primary, let alone the only issue and that speed limits will solve all the problems.”

In particular, Verdonck emphasized the importance of concentrating the limited resources of Marine Patrol on closer enforcement of the so-called “safe passage” or “150-foot rule,” which requires boats to slow to headway speed (6 mph.) within 150 feet of shore, docks, moorings, rafts. swimmers and other vessels. “That is the most important problem and boating while intoxicated is the most dangerous,” he said.

BROADS from page one the Broads, which would be designated a 55 mph. zone.

Last month, the legislation — Senate Bill 27 — carried the Senate by the narrowest of margins — 13 to 11 — and now is before the House Transportation Committee. As mapped by the Department of Safety (DOS) and delineated by the bill, the Broads represent a stretch of water almost seven miles long and perhaps three-quarters of a mile wide, or almost 12 square miles, running southeasterly from just east of Welch Island in Gilford, past the north shore of Rattlesnake Island to a half-mile short of Clay Point in Alton. According to David Barrett, who heads the Marine Patrol, there are no islands within bounds of the Broads set by SB-27.

WinnFABs commissioned Magellan Data and Mapping Strategies of Louisville, Colorado to conduct the survey. The company asked 775 “residents in the Lake Winnipesaukee region” whether they favored or opposed both the current speed limits and a daytime speed limit of 55 mph. on the Broads.

Among respondents, 72-percent favored — and 61-percent strongly favored — while 20-percent see next page

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SHUTDOWN from page one agreement that a shutdown posed risks to an economy still recovering from the worst recession in decades.

The political fallout was less predictable, especially with control of government divided and dozens of new tea party-backed Republicans part of a new GOP majority in the House. Twin government shutdowns in the mid-1990s damaged Republicans, then new to power in Congress, and helped President Bill Clinton win re-election in 1996.

This time, individual lawmakers worked to insulate themselves from any political damage. Sens.

Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, and Ben Nelson, D-Neb., both seeking new terms in 2012, became the latest to announce they would not accept their congressional salary during any shutdown. “If retroactive pay is later approved, I’ll direct my part to the U.S. Treasury,” said Nelson.

One day before the shutdown deadline, events unfolded in rapid succession.

In a shift in position, Obama said he would sign

a short-term measure keeping the government running even without an agreement to give negotiations more time to succeed.

That was one of the options available to Reid, although Boehner said he was confident Democratic lawmakers would persuade “Reid and our commander in chief to keep the government from shutting down” by signing the House-passed bill.

At the White House, a senior budget official said the impact of a shutdown “will be immediately felt on the economy.”

It also would be felt unevenly, said Jeff Zients, deputy director of the Office of Management and Budget. Military troops would not receive their full paychecks, but Social Security recipients would still get monthly benefits, he said.

“National parks, national forests and the Smithsonian Institution would all be closed. The NIH Clinical Center will not take new patients, and no new clinical trials will start,” he added in a roll call of expected agency closings.

from preceding page opposed — and 15-percent strongly opposed — the current speed limits. At the same time, the pollsters found that 69-percent of respondents opposed — 57-percent strongly opposed— raising the speed limit on the Broads.

“In summary,” the pollster concluded, “this survey shows broad opposition to any increase in the boat speed limits on the Lake Winnipesaukee, across all resident demographics including gender, age and political party affiliation.”

Jeff Thurston of Thurston’s Marina at The Weirs said that the survey demonstrated “broad opposition to any change in the current law” and, in particular, to “fragmenting the lake” by setting a higher speed limit on the Broads. He said that since boat speeds were restricted boaters “no longer feel like the dog that ran out on I-93 trying not to get hit.”

Scott Verdonck, president of SBONH, was quick to challenge the survey findings. He said that Magellan polled residents, not boaters, claiming that “an overwhelming majority” of those who who regularly cruise the lake oppose the current speed limits but support the compromise offered by SB 27.

Verdonck claimed that two polls taken of known boaters on winnipesaukee.com, a popular website among year-round and seasonal residents, found that almost 75-percent opposed the current speed limits but nearly 83-percent favored some sort of compromise like SB-27.

WinnFABs has shunned the “compromise,” insisting that the Broads, far from offering open water where high speeds pose no risks, are the crossroads of the lake, where boat traffic is constant and heavy.

Sandy Helve said that residents regularly criscross the Broads to visit restaurants and friends around the lake.

“The Broads are the best sailing area and one of the most popular fishing areas on the lake,” said Mary Hutchins, “and they want to take it away.”

She dismissed the suggestion that SB-27 represents a compromise, saying that SBONH only agreed to it when they realized they could not repeal the speed limits. “Why should 30-percent of the lake be reserved for five-percent of the boats?” she asked.

Verdonck counters that according to the United States Coast Guard the waters of New Hampshire were the safest in New England and the seventh safest in the country before speed limits were introduced. He claims that there is no evidence the lake has become safer since the speed limits were imposed in 2009.

Helve and her allies insist that speed limits have had a calming effect on the lake, lending a greater sense of security to sailors, canoeists, anglers and others, which may not be reflected in statistics but is no less real.

The House Transportation Committee will hear SB-27 on Tuesday, April 19 at 10 a.m.

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See SPOT fail Air traffic controllers have been catching a lot of grief for sleeping on the job lately. But do you know what Transportation Security Administration officials have been doing — or rather, not doing — lately? A federal watchdog revealed this week that TSA’s counterterrorism specialists failed to detect 16 separate jihad operatives who moved through target airports “on at least 23 different occasions.”

The name of the TSA monitoring program paying for all this flyingblind failure, I kid you not: SPOT. Under the “Screening of Passengers by Observation Techniques” plan, TSA’s designated behavior detection officers are supposed to closely watch travelers who pose potential security risks and who exhibit any number of appearances or activities “indicative of stress, fear, or deception.” But longentrenched, bipartisan American political correctness hampers the kind of effective, efficient national security profiling that Israeli airline security officials practice so well.

The result? TSA’s snoozing SPOTters catch nobody — for fear of being accused by the grievance lobby of singling anybody out.

Stephen Lord, who specializes in homeland security issues at the Government Accountability Office, reviewed Justice Department documents showing that “in December 2007 an individual who later pleaded guilty to providing material support to Somali terrorists boarded a plane at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport en route to Somalia. Similarly, in August 2008, an individual who later pleaded guilty to providing material support to al Qaeda boarded a plane at Newark Liberty International Airport en route to Pakistan to receive terrorist training to support his efforts to attack the New York subway system.”

Other terror suspect travelers who slipped through the cracks have been subsequently tied to the 2008 Mumbai bombings; the plots to attack a Quantico, Va., Marine base and New York City infrastructure; and an attack by a Pakistani-trained American jihadi on an Afghanistan base.

Young. Male. Muslim. Traveling to al-Qaida friendly hot spots. How did these at-risk terror tourists escape

scrutiny?

The GAO noted that the TSA SPOT team uses a numerical grading system that has no basis in science or research. But TSA deployed it anyway despite the government’s lack of validation. More appalling: Nearly 10 years after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks highlighted vast gaps in information-sharing and dot-connecting, TSA is still “not systematically collecting and analyzing information obtained ... on passengers who may pose a threat to the aviation system.”

Nobody has guidance on how, when or what data to enter into the agency’s “Transportation Information Sharing System.” Nationwide airport access to the system, such as it is, only came online last month.

As usual, the now-unionized TSA is clamoring for fatter taxpayer rewards for their systemic failure. SPOT took in more than $211-million in fiscal year 2010; the Obama administration wants to pour $232-million into it this fiscal year — a 9.5-percent increase in funding — to subsidize 3,350 SPOT personnel.

The Department of Homeland Security wants separate funding of another $254-million to support 350 more SPOT officers. If they get what they want, TSA will have invested over $800-million since fiscal year 2007 in a program that is not spotting anyone. Labor bosses are too busy counting the $30-million in new dues they’re raking in.

In the end, the reckless ethos established by first TSA overseer Norm Mineta still haunts and hamstrings the feds’ indiscriminate grab-andgrope airline security apparatus.

Remember? Asked by CBS reporter Steve Kroft whether “a 70-year-old white woman from Vero Beach, Fla., would receive the same level of scrutiny as a Muslim young man from Jersey City,” Mineta responded in 2001, “Basically, I would hope so.”

Yep, that’s your TSA tax dollars at work: Thousands Standing Around, watching the clock while jihad jetsetters fly by.

(Syndicated columnist Michelle Malkin is the daughter of Filipino Immigrants. She was born in Philadelphia, raised in southern New Jersey and now lives with her husband and daughter in Maryland.

Her weekly column is carried by more than 100 newspapers.)

It’s stupid for media to be causing public to panic about radiation To the editor, Why is the media telling the people that radiation has come to the U.S.A. in our foods and air? If there is nothing to worry about, why even mention it? I guess they do not have any bad enough news to report. So they want to cause a panic.

I think that is stupid on there part to cause people to panic. Why can

they not focus on the important issues instead of the crap they tell people?

That is what I mean when I say how they help cause problems. It is wrong of them to beat a story of any kind to death like they do. It’s a good reason not to be watching the news. How much of what they tell us is true?

Anna DeRose Moultonborough

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LETTERS Obama is a least as culpable as Holder on this 9/11 trial mess To the editor, Attorney General Eric Holder finally admitted defeat yesterday and announced what most Americans had already figured out, there would be no trials in New York City for the 9/11 co-conspirators. Since announcing his intention to have the trials in federal district court in Manhattan, most of the New York Congressional delegation, heavily dominated by liberal Democrats, had lined up firmly against this ill conceived idea. The trial would have been a circus, affording al-Qaeda a dream forum to spread its twisted vision of Islam, while simultaneously sticking a sharp stick into the eye of the U.S. justice system.

It would have featured a lengthy parade of pre-trial motions and likely compromised national security as the defense team repeatedly probed for illusory exculpatory evidence with which to muddy up trial issues. A civil trial would have been a security nightmare that would have disrupted daily life in lower Manhattan for several years, while costing the taxpayers north of a billion dollars. All this for Khalid Mohamed, a man ready to plead guilty in a military court two years ago.

The New York Congressional delegation demonstrated far greater common sense than Mr. Holder regarding the appropriate venue for the administration of justice for

Mohamed and his fellow killers. The 9/11 conspirators are the lowest form of human trash imaginable under the Geneva Convention. There is a military tribunal in place for their trial.

That Holder found a civil trial more important than all other considerations to be weighed in selecting a forum speaks volumes about his fitness to hold the office assigned to him.

The president is at least as culpable as Holder in the defective decision making associated with this mess. His failure to consult the New York delegation prior to announcing the civil trial reveals arrogance and a mindset divorced from the everyday realities of the people who would have endured the criminal trial marathon. A Democrat-dominated Congress thought so little of the idea that it defunded trials in the US for the conspirators in 2010.

Holder and his boss have wasted two years on a complete fiasco while American citizens have been denied justice and closure. The entire affair brings into question the judgment of these two men. The 9/11 conspirator’s trial is but one in a long list of gross incompetency foisted upon American citizens over the past 26 months by the Obama administration. It will be interesting to see if the American people hold it accountable for their malfeasance in 2012.

Charlie Gallagher Gilford

Its appreciation month; thank you volunteers, for all that you do To the editor, We would like to take this opportunity to thank the many people of the Lakes Region who serve tirelessly as volunteers to make our area a better place to live, work and play. The Volunteer Forum which was sponsored this past weekend by the Altrusa Club of Meredith at the Meredith Community Center was a huge success. It provided area residents seeking an opportunity to volunteer, to meet and talk with over 45 local clubs and non-profits. The Forum provided an opportunity for area residents to learn more about volunteer opportunities and decide which might be a “good fit” based on the organizations needs and the potential volun-

teers time and talents.

We would like to thank the staff of the Meredith Community Center for their help, to the organizations that participated, to the community who came out for the event. A special thanks to the local merchants who generously donated the door prizes, The Winnipesaukee Playhouse, The Summer Theatre of Meredith, Waukewan Golf Course, Castle in the Clouds and Hampshire Holdings for a “Night at Church Landing”.

April is designated Volunteer Appreciation month. Thank you volunteers for all that you do.

Denise Doyle & Cecile Andrews Altrusa Club of Meredith

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LETTERS Why not give composting a try? Turn waste into ‘black gold’

How many of you critics have any children in Gilford schools?

To the editor, Attention Gilmanton residents!

For those of you interested in saving money, please read on. What can you do in your spare time for little or no cost to save money, increase your growth potential and reap the benefits for generations to come? The answer is composting... yes, composting and the Recycling Committee recommends that you give it a try. How can composting possibly save money, increase growth potential and benefit future generations? Many of us used to ask that same question until we got hooked on composting.

Composting is easy. It’s a way to take what we have in abundance and make better use of it and it’s a way to give something back to the Earth.

Approximately 3/4 of all household waste is organic and perfect for composting. By putting that waste into a compost heap you will have less garbage to bag up, so you’ll save on bags and the time to bag and haul it to the Recycling Facility.

To turn that waste into “black gold”, you will first need a compost area fit to your particular interest and needs.

There are many sizes, shapes and styles of composting units. The area can be as simple as a stable stack of used tires or you can order composting bins for a reasonable price at the Recycling Facility. Next you will need waste materials, which should be easy to find. Organic kitchen waste such as fruit or vegetable rinds and cores, coffee grounds and egg shells are great composting candidates as are the things found in your yard.

That means things like grass clippings, leaves, branches and weeds, so don’t bag them up. Use them. They all have a variety of nutrients that help create great compost. Now add some air and a bit of moisture to keep the pile healthy. The final ingredient to this process is patience while the microorganisms do their thing. They seem to come out of nowhere, like the elves that helped the cobbler, and set to work breaking down the plant tissue. They are joined by Fungi and protoplasm to further the decay process and then are joined by the final team to work for you: the beetles, centipedes and worms. They finish off the

To the editor, Okay, Mr. Leandro, enough is enough. Your diatribe and personal attack on Mr. Wernig was about the most immature letter I have seen in this newspaper in a long time. And that says something when you think back to the ridiculous efforts put forth in the recent past by Mr. Murphy, Mr. Horvath, Mr. Stewart and Mrs. Achinger. You people seem to think that you can say about anything you can think off, and it must be true! After all, when 14-percent of the voters show up and suggest, by responding to a question that only indirectly referenced the position of superintendent, that they do not think a superintendent is absolutely necessary. That must surely be an overwhelming referendum to rant and rave in the local media that the Gilford School Board must not be listening to the will of the voters. You got to be kidding, right! You people have taken this very limited response from a minor percentage of the town population and extrapolated it to mean something that you want it to.

So now, every time a serious question comes up regarding our school or town budget, we have to have a referendum to check out the will of the voters?

What a cumbersome and ridiculous process that would be. The school board was elected by the people in Gilford, and they are a pretty serious and hardworking group, and I believe we have a pretty darn good school system in our town. And why do you think only 14-percent of the voters showed up, probably because they did not think it was important enough to be concerned about. Take a very good look around, and I think you will see that every great program, every great business, every great school, has a very capable leader to show the way.

It appears that Mr. Wernig, as well as myself and many others are get-

job to create the final product: a rich dark brown crumbly earthy smelling substance that some folks call humus... others call it Black Gold.

The process can take years or just weeks depending on conditions and your participation. The more heat that is generated in the pile, the faster it will decompose. By actively adding assorted layers of materials to the pile, watering as needed and rotating to increase circulation your compost will heat up and break down much faster than if you take a passive approach. But even a pile left to fend for itself will still yield rich compost.

When compost is added to the soil it adds nutrients and improves the texture of the soil, so plants thrive. It allows sandy soil to retain more moisture and clay becomes lighter. Better soil conditions promote healthier plants and healthy plants help to clean our air and conserve the soil. Better soil may also encourage you to grow your own vegetables which is a benefit to your health and your budget.

So, why not give composting a try?

It’s something the whole family can do and benefit from. For more information check out the resources at the town’s Corner Library, the Internet or the booklet that comes with the composting.

Speaking of something the whole family can do, remember that Earth Day is April 22. Join the town-wide clean up by putting trash found along the road in the Blue Bags available at the Recycling Facility and the Town Hall. Your neighborhood will look nicer and the town will earn points for each bag of trash picked up. If you’re on Route 107, 140 or 129 the bags can be left by the side of the road for pick up. Just notify Justin at the Recycling Facility or leave word at the Town Hall that there are bags to be picked up.

Don’t forget to order your compost bins and rain barrels. For those that are interested, please see Justin at the Recycling Facility. He’s taking orders until the end of April.

Remember, “Recycling Pays” and the Recycling Committee invites all the residents of Gilmanton to participate in the town’s recycling future.

Barbara E. Swanson Gilmanton

This state deserves leaders with integrity & self-discipline To the editor, When individuals assume leadership roles in our society and our communities, whether in business, in politics or in the church, they also assume the responsibility of following a higher standard, of setting an example for the rest.

The recent remarks by the NH House Majority Leader, Rep. D.J. Bettancourt, fail to meet that standard.

In response to Bishop John McCormack’s appearance at a Statehouse rally to protest the House budget cuts, Rep. Bettancourt’s Facebook statements were, at best, inappropriate and, at the very least, deserving of an apology.

Whatever Rep. Bettancourt’s personal opinion on the Roman Catholic Church’s handling of past transgres-

sions by some of its clergy, his leadership position requires him to rise above such public name-calling. The Bishop’s presence in Concord to express his concern about budget cuts affecting his parishioners does not give Rep. Bettancourt the right to call the Bishop offensive names or suggest he be arrested.

Moreover, Speaker William O’Brien’s failure to censure Rep. Bettancourt for his remarks reflects a disregard for the role of leadership at the State House. Both Speaker O’Brien and Rep. Bettancourt owe Bishop McCormack an apology. And this state deserves leaders who will lead with integrity and self-discipline.

The Parish Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Society of Laconia Johan Anderson, President

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ting sick and tired of the bluster and constant criticism put forth by certain members of our community who seem to think they know more, or have better ideas than those elected to the positions they now serve in. Now lets get down to the real truth here folks, because it needs to be said. In all the articles, letters to the editor, even in Mr. Murphy’s declaration of his candidacy for the school board, not once have I heard any of you people talk about wanting to step in and help continue to make our school system something to be proud of, something we should want to preserve for the sake of our children. Not one of you, have made one single comment about how you would like to help continue our tradition of strong Gilford education. All you people have talked about is tearing down the system, making budget cuts without concern for the families and kids you may be hurting.

You have come across to this writer as being completely negative, without any remorse for what you may be taking away. It does beg the question though, how many of you critics have children presently in the school system? Now we all know the answer to that question, don’t we!

The School Board has made the decision to stay with the present model, and that is their responsibility to make that choice. If you truly disagree, you have a right to vote accordingly in the future. But please, do not vote out of panic, but think clearly what is needed to continue to support our kids in the best way possible.

Now, I am sure the folks mentioned above are going to write all sorts of stuff putting me down, and trying to discredit my words, because that’s what they do. So go for it, after all, how much nastier can you get?

Jim Babcock Gilford

Proceeds from Home Beautiful raffle will buy high to low beds To the editor, Once again, the Lakes Region General Hospital Auxiliary is offering the very popular “Make Your Home Beautiful Raffle.” This amazing raffle offers home or office makeovers from The Home Beautiful located in Belmont.

In 2011 there will be 11 winners who will win the opportunity for prizes, valued at retail cost in products, service and installation from The Home Beautiful. There will be grand prize valued at $5,000. First prize valued at $3,000. Second prize valued at $2,000.

Third prize valued at $1,000. In addition there were be two prizes valued at $250 and five prizes valued at $100.

Proceeds will benefit the LRGH Auxiliary. The Auxiliary plans to purchase additional high to low safety beds for the expanded eldercare department upon completion of the LRGH renovation and provide additional wheelchairs for the new lobby area. Our goal is to raise $10,000.

Raffle tickets cost $5 each, 3 for $10 or 10 for $25, and are available throughout the entire raffle at the

LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop at Lakes Region General Hospital, the Franklin Regional Hospital Gift Shop, The Home Beautiful, Gilford Gift Outlet, Kellerhaus, Lee’s Candy Kitchen in Mill Falls and The Laconia Antique Center.

The LRGH Auxiliary has a longstanding history of supporting patient care, and we hope that you will help us provide the additional safety beds and wheelchairs for the hospital expanded areas. For more information, please contact an auxiliary representative at 524-3211-ext. 3172.

We thank the LRGHealthcare community in advance for your support.

Lakes Region General Hospital Auxiliary Board Members: Nancy Paterno, President; Don Lockwood, Treasurer; Barbara Tuttle, Asst. Treasurer; Judy Pattison, Recording Secretary; Darlene Page, Corresponding Secretary; Sandra Marshall, Ex-Officio, Director of Volunteer and Community Services; Ernie Bolduc; Sue Dalton; Gina Lalumiere; Betty Lou Nixon; Barbara Rowe; Jim Rowe; Sheila Sullivan; Lea Tassone

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LETTERS Who decided these were the responsibility of N.H. taxpayers?

Lakes Region still has 90X more miles of sewer than gas lines

To the editor, Those protesting the new House budget in Concord last week have one thing in common, they want N.H. taxpayers to open their wallets for their personal benefit.

Most protesters were public employees demanding no changes to their cushy, secure, low stress, highly compensated (compared to similar private sector) jobs, nor to the corrupt system that maintains their great jobs, benefits, and consequently grows the cost of government .

The politicians want power, they use your tax money to buy support from special interest groups. The special interests protested because their spending didn’t work so well this time, and they want power back.

Even though the new budget protects the most vulnerable, protesters presented sympathy inducing people who suggest great harm from the tiny cuts in the new fiscally responsible budget. A 16-year-old speaker worried about rehab cuts. Another speaker worried about possible service cuts for a person disabled in a motorcycle accident. (Note: across this country private businesses endure 10-20 percent cuts without affecting the services they provide. Only in government could a 3-percent budget cut impact its ability to provide essential services, it would be by Executive Branch choice.)

While I don’t expect any impact to these services, I wonder who decided these were the responsibility of N.H. taxpayers? Did N.H. citizens consider and decide to accept financial responsibility in these situations, or did politicians decide that they could buy votes from beneficiaries and government workers from placing this burden in N.H. taxpayers? Who should be responsible for children‘s behavior and needs? Where were parents when the child became addicted? Shouldn’t parents fund their child’s rehab?

We all have great sympathy for the disabled, but when did NH taxpayers accept responsibility for the care of people injured engaging in high

To the edtior, In response to Steve Earle’s recent letter beating the dead horse on the president’s birth certificate, what are those of us in the middle supposed to feel?

Firstly, I feel Mr. Earle should review his Bob Dylan. “I was so much older THEN, I’m younger THAN that now.” Oh, but he is reputed to be among “many on the left”, despite his assertions that he was and continues to be only a “song and dance man”.

Anyway proper grammar certainly helps in making a letter more credible to the readers. What most strikes me about Mr. Earle’s letter though is how it is the type of jargon that now defines our nation’s polarization. I am I guess even less enthusiastic about the spineless weasel president THAN Mr. Earle, but I think upon examining the record, Mr. Obama is simply Scary Movie II. His presidency so far has little or nothing in common with the vilification of either Jimmy Carter or the other not so popular not to be re-elected but excellent President George H Bush.

On 9/11 we were attacked by Muslim fundamentalists, predominately from Saudi Arabia and Yemen, working closely it is assumed with Osama Bin Laden, another Saudi holed up in Afghanistan. In response to that attack we invaded Iraq. Of course THEN in an attempt at holding Bin Laden accountable we also invaded Afghanistan. Within weeks of those actions we abandoned the Weinberg/Powell doctrine. In recent years we have been attacked by Somalians. The Maersk Alabama incident, the attack on the USS Nicholas and most recently the savage brutalizing and execution style murders of four U.S. citizens on board their private yacht. Altogether 15 pirates were apprehended in this latest atrocity.

We are attacked by Somalians so we then attack Libya? We are not likely to hear much further on the fate of the 15 thugs complicit in these foul murders captured by the U.S. Navy or see them brought to justice. Not with a spineless weasel as president eager to lay off the international fall out of bringing ALL 15 properly to justice.

Obama has kept an open line on the red phone to Cheney going, he has sold out the American public and further orchestrated the continuing raid on the U.S. Treasury and the 50 state treasuries by re-appointing the Goldman Sachs former Chairman Paulson’s protege Ben Bernanke to continue as Federal Reserve chairman. Mr. Bernanke has as part of the continuing Wall Street bank bailout that’s confiscated approximately $300-billion a year in CD income from American savers and the tax revenue states like N.H. used to derive from that income. Mr. Obama has continued the orchestration of capital flight from the U.S. and the destruction of savings that his predecessor began .

Mr Obama’s presidency has nothing to do with anything Jimmy Carter was about. Mr. Obama has sold out his country and his constituency to the Wall Street banks, the defense industry and his interest in maintaining his international reputation for political correctness.

risk activities, e.g., motorcycling, skydiving, bungee jumping, high-risk mountain climbing, car racing, airplane acrobatics, or other high risk behavior? Americans believe in personal responsibility. Shouldn’t people engaging in high-risk behavior have insurance, assets or family to support themselves in case of accidents? We all wish the disabled the best possible lives, but should responsible N.H. taxpayers have to pay for it no matter how the disability occurred? Maybe yes, but N.H. citizens should have these discussions.

There is nothing wrong with protesting for one’s own personal interest. My letter is something similar, although my hope is to protect all taxpayers from irresponsible politicians and greedy public employees. Their objective is to divert for their benefit the results of the efforts that you expended for your family’s well being.

New Hampshire Democrats irresponsibly increased spending nearly 24-percent in the last two budget cycles, when the government said there was nearly no inflation (e.g., no Social Security increases for the last two years). Democrats irresponsibly left the new legislators with about an $800-million hole in the 2012 budget.

Despite the howls of special interest groups, the new Republican House responsibly made the necessary cuts and passed a fiscally responsible budget. The budget is forward looking, maintains existing levels of aid to communities, doesn’t raise taxes or fees, doesn’t downshift costs to local property owners, protects the most vulnerable, and creates an environment fostering job creation.

There is no natural mechanism fighting uncontrolled government growth, we depend on our elected representatives to do this, and that is what the Republicans did. The Republicans who created and passed this budget deserve our support and appreciation.

Don Ewing Meredith

I’m looking for wallet size photos of Thatcher and Reagan To the editor, Wow, fascinating letter from the “Professor” in Saturday’s Sun. I do, however, question whether those were the words of Leo Sandy or Professor Irwin Corey. Mr Corey, as you all know, was a great comedian, a thespian, a left-wing political activist who lusted for communism over capitalism and was an all around good guy. Anyway, it was in response to my letter of the previous day.

He was objecting to my idea of academic freedom, which I believe is largely a misnomer in the USA of today. I recited a wish list for our schools which included voucher systems, merit pay, more charter schools, home schooling, rewarding good teachers, streamlining tenure and severely limiting public sector unions.

Now, to quote the professor, “As far as academic freedom goes, fascists, communists, totalitarians and authoritarians are against it because of the tendency of academics to question traditional beliefs and policy”. The

professor’s next response to my ideas for academic freedom was to caution me, not wanting me to “end up in the company of people like this”. Huh? Later in the same paragraph, the professor made the following, startling pronouncement. “The university that Mr. Wiles dreams of exists in North Korea and Iran.” Who knew that these two lovely countries are all about freedom of choice, rewarding excellence and providing parents with maximum influence over their children’s education. Did anyone else besides me have an AFLAC duck reactionary moment after it has heard one of Yogi’s articulations of wit and wisdom? Whaaa?

Yes, I’m afraid most of your letter left me bewitched, bothered and bewildered due to it’s nonsensical and contradictory correlations.

Finally, when you said that you don’t consider yourself a liberal because you “find that position too conservative”, I jumped to an overly optimistic conclusion again displaying my see PROFESSOR next page

Mr Earle may raise some valid questions in his letter but destroys his credibility with his ideology rant.

These people on the far right are no more credible than the bag of wind Hosmer or Ray Buckley, the lunatics on the far left. Mr. Buckley recently claiming the pension reforms in HB-537 & SB-3 are income taxes!

Senators Forsythe and Bradley are not talking the talk in Concord, they are doing the walk. Nothing remotely similar to what our legislators are accomplishing in Concord is even being debated in Washington. It is this polarization that is causing gridlock in DC. Jimmy Carter had to deal with paying for a past war, no easy task. He was the first to tell us that 5-percent of the global population could not expect to continue consuming 60-percent of the global natural resources for much longer with out some cost. He told us 40 years ago what the spineless Obama laid out in one of his latest speeches. George H Bush was a legitimate war hero, a true pioneer from a conservative district in Texas and the guy who coined the words “Voodoo Economics”. As a young Congressman he almost lost his bid for re-election when after seeing the situation racially in Vietnam. He began to champion civil rights for our GIs, his fellow war veterans returning from that war. As president he stood up for and raised taxes as against the tsunami of entitlements and military spending the nation faced. We finally threw him out even though to the end he tried like Carter to accomplish what was right and not just right or left winged. Three years into the Obama presidency we still find that the greater Lakes Region has 90 times more miles of sewer lines than natural gas mains. This summer some bridges will get fixed but that spending will not help us with our heating bills next winter. NOW, Mr. Obama is talking the big energy initiative platform. A few years after he re-appointed the guy to The Fed who has caused the U.S. PE$O to be crushed and driven ever increasing oil and other commodities speculation globally. When Jimmy Carter was president a Loonie was near 70 cents, now it is near $1.04. As soon as oil drops back below $85 the emergency will again be over and alternative and renewable energy policies will go back on the scrap heap.

The left delighted that there will be no more oil and gas exploration and the right delighted that those wasteful kooky alternative energy ideas that were never going to work will all be canceled. Natural gas will drop back below $4/MM~BTU and we will continue importing “cheap” Canadian oil as if it were not a foreign oil supply.

I think as far as Mr. Earle’s letter goes, I’m perceiving myself to be in the middle, am a lot more amused by his outlook than “outraged”. Mr. Obama is un-electable for a second term. He is yesterday’s news. You can follow on WMUR’s web site the antics of the Republicans who would be his successors. None of them are going to touch “one penny of MY Social Security”. They will inherit if possible a more impossible situation than what see next page

Catholic Bishop McCormack gets apology CONCORD (AP) — The Republican leader of the New Hampshire House has apologized to a Roman Catholic bishop he called a “pedophile pimp.”

A spokesman for state Rep. D.J. Bettencourt says Thursday’s private meeting with Bishop John McCormack went well. Spokesman Jim Rivers says Bettencourt isn’t commenting on it.

A Diocese of Manchester spokesman says McCormack has no comment.

McCormack was an aide to Cardinal Bernard Law in Boston, where the

Catholic sex abuse scandal began. He was in charge of investigating sexual misconduct allegations.

The Salem politician last week called the bishop a “pedophile pimp” who should’ve been led from the Statehouse in handcuffs after criticizing cuts to social services in the House budget.

Bettencourt wrote online McCormack had no business urging lawmakers to protect the vulnerable given his role in the abuse scandal. He later called his comment inappropriate.

ELDRIDGE from page 2 person he was in 1988.

He said he passed his high school equivalence degree behind bars and took and taught numerous mental health courses. He said he also has volunteered in the prison infirmary for two years, working with Alzheimer’s and other patients.

He also mastered woodworking behind bars and has exhibited items

he’s made with New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association.

The board voted to parole Eldridge June 10 — the earliest date he is eligible.

Eldridge was sentenced to 25 years in prison on his second-degree murder conviction in 1989, but a judge in 2009 reduced his sentence by three years.

Eldridge now lives at a Manchester halfway house and has a full-time job crafting and installing cabinets.

JAPAN from page 2 neighborhoods did not. A handful of buildings had broken windows and tiles, and some small electrical fires were reported.

In Ichinoseki, which is also inland, buildings shook violently, knocking items from shelves and toppling furniture, but there also appear to be no major damage there. Hotel workers lit candles so guests could find their way around.

Japan’s nuclear safety agency said nuclear facilities along the northeastern coast were under control after backup generators kicked in at two — Rokkasho and Higashidori — that lost power.

The aftershock knocked out two of three power lines at the Onagawa nuclear power plant north of Sendai, which has GAS LINES from preceding page Obama “won”. Maybe if Frank gets a couple dozen miles of natural gas pipe laid down around his district by 2014 he will have a chance to avoid what he recently visited on his recent incumbent opponent. Just go out “jay walking” some time and ask who the vice president is or where the OH-8th is?

How many will even have a clue that the OH-8th is in Ohio? Because of people like Mr. Earle and Mr. Buckley there is only more gridlock ahead on the 88-percent of the federal budget that is structural. They will continue to fight like cats and dogs on a down in Washington over 12-percent of the Federal budget, which tweaking will do absolutely nothing to address one tax dollar of tax revenue for every $1.70 and growing in federal spending. You either have to be a flaming PROFESSOR from preceding page naivete. I thought perhaps, you were referring to the original and classical meaning of liberalism espoused by our founder fathers. Upon reflection of some of your past columns, it would appear that you are to the left of your neighbors Bernie Sanders and Howard Dean. I do really appreciate your openness and honesty regarding your political leanings. Any chance that “Rules for Radicals” is a perma-

been shut down since the tsunami. One remaining line was supplying power to the plant and radiation monitoring devices detected no abnormalities. The plant’s spent fuel pools briefly lost cooling capacity, but it resumed because a power line was available for electricity.

“It’s the way it’s supposed to work if power is lost for any reason,” said David Lochbaum, director of the nuclear safety project for the U.S.based Union of Concerned Scientists.

Since the tsunami warning was canceled 90 minutes after it was issued, there was no reason to believe the facilities’ diesel generators would fail like the ones at the stricken Fukushima plant.

outraged leftist or a pure Darwinian if you are going to achieve anything on the structural deficit? That is, we will continue re-living our past Reaganomics glory and there will never ever be another income tax hike on anybody.

We will never ever pay for or cut anything that is part of the structural deficit! George H Bush will continue as the villain for raising taxes to pay for his predecessors borrowings. Jimmy Carter then remains a dumb peanut farmer and lackluster leader, not a visionary.

The U.S. Congress continues the game of musical chairs and their short-term agendas for getting re-elected while the U.S. Pe$o continues to go up in smoke.

How can a U.S. Pe$o hope to compete with a 10-percent YTD return on an Indonesian Rupee?

Tim Sullivan Gilford nent fixture at your bedside, or that a picture of Francis Fox Piven has long ago taken up permanent residence in your wallet or that an eight by ten glossy of George Soros adorns your bedroom wall.? As for me, I’m looking for wallet sized photos of Maggie Thatcher and Ronald Reagan. If you know of their whereabouts, I’d sure appreciate your help.

Russ Wiles Tilton

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Laconia attorney Mike Persson, left, was recognized by Tom Garfield on behalf of the Belknap County Economic Development Council’s board of directors at the organization’s annual meeting on March 31. Persson was thanked for his year of service as chairman of the board. Garfield noted that Persson oversaw the organization’s move to a new location and the hiring of a new executive director. “We thank you, Mike, for the commitment you made to this council and to the economic vitality of the region and the state,” Garfield said. Executive Vice President at Laconia Savings Bank, he is also a former BCEDC chairman. (Laconia Daily Sun photo/Adam Drapcho)

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While across the board layoffs are still in the picture, Champlin said if the final state budget is close to the House version passed March 31, it will “lessen the number of employees who loose their jobs.”

Champlin had previously identified $1.4-million in “challenges” early last month many of which — like the increases in health insurance and transportation costs — remain unresolved.

The good news, if one can call it that, is the situation is less dire with the House’s re-inclusion of school building aid and some catastrophic aid used for unforeseen special education expenses. Those items were missing from Governor John Lynch’s budget proposal.

He said the restoration of $419,475 in building aid in the state budget represents “credibility of building projects” both currently and in the future.

Laconia was one of many school districts throughout the state that completed building and/or renovation projects in recent years based on the knowledge that state building aid would be forthcoming for years, as promised. It’s proposed elimination by Lynch sent shock waves of disbelief through school districts — including Laconia’s.

House Bill 2 — the so-called budget trailer bill — reformulates the state retirement system. According to a state legislative bulletin, prior to 1984 the state established it’s contribution level at 35-percent. Over the past two years that amount was reduced from 35 to 30-percent and again this fiscal year from 30 to 25-percent.

Current law requires the level be restored to 35-percent. Lynch proposed eliminating the contribution in it’s entirely — again rocking the municipal and school district foundations to their core.

In this fiscal year the state made $46.8 million in retirement contributions. The bulletin’s authors interpret HB-2 the new law to mean the state would continue to contribute $46.8-million to the system and make up the difference by making employees, in this case the teachers, increase their personal contributions from five to seven percent.

Champlin freely admitted there is a great deal of controversy and confusion surrounding the proposal, that data and spread sheets are not readily available and the School District awaits further action from the Senate and a better explanation of what the change could really mean to Laconia.

On the negative side, Champlin said City Hall has informed him that another $143,000 in planned expenditures will have to come out of the school budget in order to meet goals set by City Council.

After his update, the committee voted unanimously to go into a nonpublic session to discuss individual teachers who could be eliminated.

Before the non-public session, Champlin said he estimates 15 or 16 school district employees will be retiring or resigning. He said this includes the five people who applied for retirement next year two years ago and the projects $80,000 in savings — from replacing senior employees with junior and lessexpensive employees — had already be factored into the budget.

He said he wanted it made clear that the district does not want its employees to quit or take early retirements but if any employee knows he or she won’t be returning next year, for whatever reason, it would really help the district to know sooner rather than later.

By law, pick slips, or notifications of contract renewals, must be sent to all union employees before May 13.

Budget Chair Scott Vachon said the see next page

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GUNSTOCK from page one to attract 58,000 more visitors this summer, with the potential to accommodate twice that number. If the new amenities are utilized as much as he hopes they are, it could mean an additional $1.2-million in revenue for the resort, about half of which would be net income.

The treetop course is being constructed by a crew from the Cloverdale, N.Y.-based Outplay Adventures company. Goddard said the first members of that crew, its most elite climbers, arrived in late March and started climbing pine trees that had been selected by the course designer and were then approved for duty by a certified arborist. The first climbers removed dead branches from the trees and tied climbing ropes from high up the trunks, so that the workers that followed could build the course.

The treetops course is designed to offer a challenge for every level of ability and for all members of the family.

Those too short or young for the adult course can keep themselves busy on a junior playground, while their older friends and relatives tackle obstacles that range from amusing to thrilling.

Participants in the treetop course, after paying their $45 admission fee, will first be trained by an instructor as to the basic safety rules. All participants will wear a harness affixed with a pair of caribiners, and will learn that they must have one caribiner clipped to a safety line or hoop at any time. Once they demonstrate they’ve learned that skill, the adventurers take to the self-guided course.

Anyone with the ability to climb a rope ladder, Goddard said, will be able to take on the challenges in the treetop adventure. The question is, will they have the guts?

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The adult treetop course features five levels, increasing in hairiness.

Goddard said participants will swing from ropes, climb cargo nets, walk across a series of swings, take up to a dozen zip lines, as well as clamber over a surfboard and a wagon which are somehow going to be incorporated into the design. Those who seek to complete the entire course will have spent about three hours and will have conquered 70 challenges. The highest obstacle is what Goddard called a “technical footbridge” which will be suspended 100 feet from the ground.

“Pretty much anybody will get through the first three challenges,” he said. “Essentially, you just keep going as long as you’re comfortable to keep going.”

Jeffrey “Jake” Jacobsen, Gunstock’s director of business services, said his industry is seeing a strong increase in the number of people looking to challenge themselves in a natural environment. Today’s parents might have spent their summers climbing trees but now wouldn’t put themselves in such a precarious position, nor might they allow their children to take such a risk. The treetop adventure, he said, “allows us to have a really exciting adventure while knowing you’re clipped in.”

“The limited amount of leisure time people have, they want to do something fun and memorable with their families,” said Patrick McGonagle, adventure park operations manager. Swinging from the treetops with Mom and Dad will certainly do just that, he said.

The Aerial Treetop Adventures will be open on weekends from Memorial Day through Bike Week, and will be open daily as of June 20. The attraction is expected to stay in operation through Columbus Day. The resort has added 30 seasonal positions to support its additional summer attractions.

ing to the Health and Civil Defense department. Those killed were between the ages of 12 and 15. One of the boys died at a hospital about 12 hours after the shooting.

“He came in shooting,” said Andreia Machado, recounting what her 13-year-old daughter, Thayane, told her before going into surgery.

Thayane was hit by three bullets and lost feeling in her legs because one hit her spine, said her mother.

Crying as she spoke, Machado wondered if her daughter would ever be able to return to school — or walk.

“She’s such an active child,” she said. “That’s the biggest fear I have, her not being able to walk again. But we have to trust in God.” The gunman was identified as 23-year-old Wellington Oliveira, who had once attended the Tasso da Silveira school in a working-class neighborhood in western Rio. No motive was known, but authorities said the shooter left a rambling and mostly incoherent letter at the scene indicating he wanted to kill himself.

The letter also explained in detail how Oliveira wanted his corpse to

be cared for — bathed and wrapped in a white sheet that he left in a bag in the first room where he said he would start shooting. The letter also states that the gunman should not be touched by anyone who is “impure” unless they wear gloves.

“If possible I want to be buried next to my mother. A follower of God must visit my grave at least once. He must pray before my grave and ask God to forgive me for what I have done,” read the letter, portions of which were posted on the Globo television network’s website.

Edmar Peixoto, the deputy mayor of western Rio, said the letter also stated the gunman was infected with the AIDS virus.

The public school was in the midst of celebrating its 40th anniversary, and students’ handmade posters commemorating the day could be seen through school windows.

Rio Police Chief Martha Rocha said that when Oliveira first entered the school he told staff members he was there to give a lecture.

Shortly afterward, he opened fire.

Rocha said he was carrying two pistols and an ammunition belt. He fired off at least 30 rounds.

from preceding page School District has always treated all of it’s employees the same and will notify any non-union employees whose contracts may not be renewed at the same time.

Champlin said all possible layoffs will be made public on May 13 and the Budget and Personnel Committee will reconvene May 11 at 6 p.m. at Harvard Street School.

— Gail Ober

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Andrew Livernois & Karen Ober squaring off for 1 selectman’s seat & Guy Giunta & Tim Lang for other

By Gail OBer

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

SANBORNTON — The slate of candidates for the upcoming May town election is set and local voters will see some very familiar faces playing what appears to be some strange municipal version of musical chairs without the music.

Selectman Andrew Livernois, whose term is set to expire this year would like to return to the oard for one more year and is seeking election to the oneyear holdover term left empty when Steven Ober resigned to take a job that requires frequent travel.

Challenging him is Karen Ober, Steve’s wife, who is a former Budget Committee member. She is not seeking re-election to the Budget Committee.

The three-year seat being vacated by Livernois has two contenders — Guy Giunta, the man chosen

by Livernois and Chair David Nickerson to fill Steve Ober’s seat for the four months remaining until elections and Tim Lang — a current Winnisquam Regional School Board member who lost his bid for the Budget Committee last year.

Welfare Director Melanie VanTassel is running unopposed for a spot as a cemetery trustee while Deputy Town Clerk Tax Collector Marla Davis is

running for one open three-year seat as Library trustee.

Joanne T. Dover is running for the other open three-year term.

Davis is not running for another term on the Budget Committee but will also seek the three-year position as trustee of the trust fund currently held

by Don Bormes who chose not to run again.

There are two open spots on the Budget Committee and Judy Burlingame Rich is running unopposed for one of them. Rich is the former director of the Tilton Main Street Program and, according to Town Clerk Jane Goss, served for about 15 years on previous Sanbornton Budget Committees.

There is no one on the ticket for the second open seat.

Incumbent Treasurer Susan Shannon will seek re-election and long-time Town Clerk- Tax Collector Goss will face a challenge from Sherry Guyer.

There is no Official Ballot Act, or SB-2 petition. on this year’s ballot.

Elections will be held on May 10 and the polls at the Old Town Hall will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Annual Town Meeting will be in the Sanbornton Central School May 11 beginning at 7 p.m.

(The author is no relation to Steve and Karen Ober.)

Burn permits are now required in the Town of Gilford GILFORD — Effective Monday, April 11, fire permits will be required in order to burn brush, leaves or have a campfire. The hours when it is legal to burn is between 5 and 11 p.m. It is okay to burn during the day while it is raining but you still need to have a fire permit. Gilford home owners can come to the fire department to get their fire permit.

Those who rent in Gilford must have written from preceding page including those within the Lake Waukewan watershed, are largely unaware of how they can help protect and improve the quality of the lake water by reducing stormwater runoff.

— Lastly, high school youth in Meredith need summer jobs and opportunities to form positive relationships with their natural environment.

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permission from the land owner and bring it with them when they come to get a fire permit. Permit fires must be completely extinguished by 11 p.m. and must have someone in attendance while you are burning. Once again a fire permit is needed for outdoor cooking fire, chiminea’s, campfires, grass and brush piles. If you have any questions feel free to contact Gilford Fire-Rescue at 527-4758.

owners will then be asked to give their approval to proceed. Both the WWAC and the WSOA have been asked to help facilitate NHLA in this process. The completed landscaping projects will be available to be seen by other local shorefront property owners and will demonstrate what can be done to help protect our lakes.

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Red Sox fall victim to squeeze play; open at Fenway against Yankees at 0-6 CLEVELAND (AP) — In a season where nothing has gone right, the winless Boston Red Sox found a new way to lose Thursday.

A couple of them, in fact.

The Red Sox lost their sixth in a row when the Cleveland Indians squeezed home the only run in the eighth inning, then trapped pinch-runner Darnell McDonald off second base for the final out in a 1-0 victory.

“It can’t get any worse than this and there’s only one way to go,” third baseman Kevin Youkilis said.

“That’s up.”

At 0-6, the Red Sox are off their worst start since 1945, when they lost a team-record eight straight.

Boston, favored by many to win the World Series, returns to Fenway Park for its home opener Friday against the New York Yankees.

“The slate’s not really clean,” Boston manager Terry Francona said. “The record is what it is, but I don’t want us to have a hangover. We need to pick it up.

We’re going to play a good team now. We haven’t done a very good job to this point. I don’t want us to be trying to win for this week because we can’t do that.”

Asked what type of reception he anticipates Friday in front of the Boston fans, Francona said, “I don’t know. I’ve got more important things to worry about than how the hell they’re going to clap.”

Asdrubal Cabrera’s suicide-squeeze bunt put the Indians ahead in their fourth straight win.

“We did beat a very good ballclub — regardless if they’re struggling or not,” manager Manny Acta said. “We won and it was a very well-played series.

It wasn’t like they were sloppy and we got lucky. We played good baseball.”

After Cabrera’s bunt, the game took another unusual twist for the Red Sox. David Ortiz drew a two-out walk in the Boston ninth off Chris Perez and McDonald ran for him.

J.D. Drew bounced a single that ricocheted off Perez and went to third baseman Adam Everett.

McDonald rounded second base too far, fell down and tried to scramble back to the bag. Everett, who had come in to field the carom, made a snap throw to second baseman Orlando Cabrera that barely nailed McDonald.

“I’m not even sure, it might have been wet,” McDonald said. “I lost my footing and tried to get back. I felt I might have got in there, but I guess I didn’t. I was trying to make something happen and it didn’t work out.”

Replays showed second-base umpire Dan Iassogna’s call was correct.

“He lost his footing and couldn’t get back,” Francona said. “He didn’t try to do that. He just slipped.”

Cleveland swept the three-game series, which came after Texas swept the Red Sox to open the year.

Starting pitchers Fausto Carmona of the Indians and Jon Lester each bounced back from rocky outings on opening day to pitch seven shutout innings.

Lester gave up three hits, walked three and struck out nine. He allowed five runs, including a careerhigh three homers, in 5 1-3 innings against Texas.

“I was executing pitches and keeping the ball down,” Lester said. “With the exception of a couple of pitches I feel I threw the ball well on opening day, but I’ll keep making adjustments and keep moving on.”

“He did a tremendous job,” Francona said.

Carmona held Boston to two singles. The righthander struck out four and walked two. Carmona allowed 10 runs on 11 hits in three innings against Chicago last week.

CHICAGO (AP) — Derrick Rose scored 30 points and the Chicago Bulls closed in on the top seed in the Eastern Conference by beating the Boston Celtics 97-81 on Thursday.

The Bulls’ 17th win in 19 games put them four games up on Boston and Miami with four to play and eliminated the Heat from getting the No. 1 seed.

The Celtics, who play the Heat on Sunday, still have a mathematical shot albeit a remote one.

But barring a collapse, Chicago will be the top seed in the East.

It’s another step for a team that expected big things after a major overhaul, and all the Bulls have done is deliver their best season since Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen made championship celebrations a regular event.

Rose was a one-man highlight reel against Rajon Rondo, beating him with his crossover and getting to the rim, particularly in the early going.

Rose scored 16 points in the first half as the Bulls jumped out to a 48-43 lead, and Chicago regrouped after momentarily falling behind in the third.

Luol Deng scored 23 points, and Carlos Boozer added 14 points and 12 rebounds.

Chicago outscored the Celtics 44-22 in the paint, outrebounded them 44-35 and held Boston to 38.4 percent shooting.

Paul Pierce led Boston with 15 points. Kevin Garnett scored all 10 of his points in the second half and Rondo finished with seven. Jeff Green scored 10 and Ray Allen had seven points.

The Bulls led 48-43 at the half when Pierce made a jumper and Rondo hit his first two baskets to give Boston a onepoint lead, but the Bulls responded by running off 10 straight, a dunk by Deng and floater by Rose making it 58-49 midway through the third.

It was 61-58 after Glen Davis hit two free throws with just over three minutes left in the quarter when the Bulls started a 13-2 run that stretched into the fourth quarter.

Not only were the Bulls facing one of the top teams in the East, they also honored Pippen by unveiling a sculpture of him during a halftime ceremony.

Rose-led Bulls beat up on Celtics, 97-81

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MEREDITH — The Inter-Lakes Middle Tier Theater Company will present Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” at the Community Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 14 and Friday, April 15.

This classic tale features all the characters audiences know and love from the Disney animated movie and the Broadway musical.

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Roland ‘Red’ Beaudoin, 67 NO. POLE, Alaska — Roland “Red” Beaudoin, 67, of No. Pole, Alaska, died February 25, 2011. He was born July 4, 1943 in Laconia, NH to Eugene and Beatrice Beaudoin Bedell.

He attended Sacred Heart School, served in the U. S. Army from 1964-1967, was a avid sled dog racer, winning many trophies, and was a restaurateur. He managed the Double Decker for many years and owned and operated the Musher’s

Den in Meredith.

He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Roger Beaudoin.

He is survived by his sisters, Doris Fecteau and Irene Lachance; two nephews, Ralph Fecteau, Jr. and Robert Lachance; and two nieces, Michelle Crumb and Susan Kearney, all of Laconia.

He has resided in Alaska for the past 30 years.

MEREDITH — Nelson Bonney Piper, Jr. 76, passed away peacefully from a rare blood disease at this home in Dunedin, Florida on this birthday, March 28, 2011. Nelson’s wife Gee (Godula) and his four children were at his side.

Mr. Piper was born at Laconia Hospital on March 28, 1935, the eldest child of Marjorie Hutchins-Piper and Nelson B. Piper, Sr. of Meredith. He graduated from Humiston School in 1953. As a young man he worked in the family business, “Piper’s Fuel”, served as member of the New Hampshire State Legislature in the late 1960s, and developed land throughout the Lakes Region as Inter-Lakes Sales. A few of his noted projects are Black Cat Island, Bonney Shores, Winona Shores, PI Habitat, PI Building and Totem Pole Park. After moving to Dunedin, Florida in 1985, he worked as a consultant for Inland Management.

An avid hiker, Nelson hiked Mount Washington one last time before returning to Florida in the fall.

He was a long-time member of the Four Thousand Footer Club of New England. Aside from hiking, he enjoyed jogging, sailing and scuba diving in the Cayman’s. Nelson and his wife enjoyed summers in

Wells, Maine and on Lake Winnipseaukee.

He was predeceased by his parents, daughter Louann Piper-Boush, and one sonin-law, Kirby Fenton.

He leaves his loving wife of 38 years, Gee (Godula); three daughters, Denise PiperFulmer of Meredith, NH, Lynne Fenton of Seminole, Florida, Heidi McDaniel of Alexandria, Louisiana; and one son, Nelson B. Piper, III (NB) of Peachtree City, Georgia; two son-in-laws, Michael McDaniel and Craig Boush; one sister, Nancy L. Webb and brother-in-law, Merrritt Webb of Meredith, NH. Mr Piper also leaves seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren and two nieces with extended families.

Per Mr. Piper’s request, there will be no calling hours or service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at www. mds-foundation.org., a foundation dedicated to MDS, a very rare blood disease that to date has no cure.

Please click on the link for online donations, then click for donation form. We are requesting you choose the “Research Fund” when designating the gift. If you would like an acknowledgment, or to contact a family member, please e-mail hmcdaniel@ttalx.com.

LACONIA — Ashley L. Denty, 23, of 180 Union Avenue died at her home on Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Ashley was born February 10, 1988 in Natick, Mass., the daughter of Brad Scholl and Brenda Denty. She had been a resident of Laconia for the past twenty years.

Survivors include her son, Jacob Denty; her parents, Brad Scholl and Brenda L. Deshaies and her grand-

parents, Ralph & Ruth Scholl and Edwin Denty. She was predeceased by her grandmother, Evelyn Denty.

Private calling hours and funeral services were held.

Private burial was held in the family lot in Lake Grove Cemetery, Holliston, Mass.

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

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INVITATION TO BID Attention Roofing Contractors: Mount Cranmore Condominium Association in North Conway N.H. is looking for roof replacement on all buildings and individual owners units from asphalt shingles to steel roofing.

This multi year project is part of an ongoing transformation of a prominent slopeside condominium community into a first class updated resort community.

All interested bidders must be proficient in all phases of Steel roofing installations and large project management.

All bids must be received no later than June 01, 2011 for consideration of work to commence in spring of 2012.

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The Bid specifications are available at the Finance Department, Town Hall, 41 Main Street, Meredith, NH 03253 or on the Town’s website at: www.meredithnh.org Questions regarding the bid specifications may be directed to the Building & Grounds Department at 603-279-6352.

All bids must be returned to the Finance Department clearly marked: RFP-2011 Community Flowers by 12:00 pm, Noon on Friday, April 15, 2011.

Town of Meredith, 41 Main Street, Meredith, NH 03253 Telephone: 603-279-4538 FAX: 603-677-1090

Applications for the Inter-Lakes Elementary School Integrated Pre-School Program are now available and may be picked up at the Inter-Lakes Elementary School Main Office, 21 Laker Lane, Meredith, NH 03253.

The deadline for applications is April 15th, 2011 REQUEST FOR BIDS The Town of Meredith is accepting sealed bids to for the CATTLE LANDING TOWN DOCKS REPLACEMENT PROJECT for the Spring of 2011.

The Bid specifications are available at the Finance Department, Town Hall, 41 Main Street, Meredith, NH 03253 or on the Town’s website at: www.meredithnh.org Questions regarding the bid specifications may be directed to the Building & Grounds Department at 603-279-6352.

All bids must be returned to the Finance Department clearly marked: RFP-2011 Cattle Landing Town Docks Replacement by 12:00 pm, Noon on Wednesday, April 20, 2011.

Town of Meredith, 41 Main Street, Meredith, NH 03253 Telephone: 603-279-4538 FAX: 603-677-1090

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OBITUARY

Micheline Phaneuf, 79

BELMONT — Micheline “Mimi” Anita (Thibaudeau) Phaneuf, 79, of 22 Heritage Terrace, died at Genesis Eldercare-Laconia Center on Friday, April 1, 2011. She was the widow of Wilfred P. Phaneuf, Jr. Mrs. Phaneuf was born October, 1, 1931 in Montreal, Canada, the daughter of Paul and Laurette (Dorion) Thibaudeau. She previously resided in Nashua, NH and Antrim, NH before moving to Belmont 14 years ago.

Mrs. Phaneuf, an avid quilter, was a member of the Country Village Quilters Guild in Moultonborough, NH. She and her sister traveled the country and the world, attending quilt shows and visiting quilt shops.

Survivors include a son and daugh-

ter-in-law, Paul and Christine Phaneuf of New London, NH; a daughter and son-in-law, Lise and Robert Lemieux of Bennington, NH; three granddaughters, three grandsons and one great-granddaughter; her sister Lise Rose of Laconia, NH; and one niece and two nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband.

There will be no calling hours. A private, graveside service will be held in Nashua, NH in the near future.

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

First-ever teen open mic night at Gilford Public Library April 15 GILFORD — Teen musicians, poets, storytellers, jokesters, and all other performers are invited to SPOKEN, the first-ever teen open mic night to be held at the Public Library from 6

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Teens age 13 – 18 are invited to perform or simply watch the show. For more information, call the Library at 524-6042.

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LACONIA — The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will host the annual Lenten Handbell Service at 7 p.m. on Wednesday April 13.

For the past three years, the handbell choirs of the First United Methodist Church of Gilford, The Congregational Church of Laconia, and Good Shepherd have worked together to present the service, hosted on a rotating basis.

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to ten minutes of music, and the director of each choir will lead the massed choirs in one selection each. Handbell selections will include pieces written specifically for handbells, as well as hymns, spirituals, and more modern pieces suitable for the Lenten journey.

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New timber frame pavilion being raised at Beans & Greens today

TOWN OF GILMANTON PLANNING BOARD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2011 – 7 PM ACADEMY BUILDING, 503 PROVINCE ROAD Joint Public Hearing – ZBA Case # 03-2011 Planning Case# 0511 GMR Holding of NH LLC, applicant, Christopher Hottel, owner (Tax Map 411, Lots 27 & 28) - have applied to the Planning Board for Site Plan Review in which they seek approval to construct a 120’ multi- tenant monopole wireless telecommunications facility within a 60’ x 60’ fenced compound area. Proposed accessed by an approximately 700’ long and 10’ wide gravel driveway. A Special Exception from ZBA is required by Gilmanton Zoning Article III-K4c(2)(b) to be able to erect a Class 2 Cell Tower in area 4. Property located at the end of Copp Road in Gilmanton, in the Rural Zone, Map/Lot # 411-27.

Public Hearing Case # 04-2011 – Stephen & Elizabeth Sampson, owner request Variance from Article IV Table 2 to build a 12’ deep deck 32’ from Shellcamp Pond, a covered porch 44’ from the Pond and a 12.5’ x 12.5’ shed 36’ from Pond, 75’ distance from water bodies required. Property located at 161 Lakeshore Drive in the Rural Zone, Map/Lot# 131-13.

Public Hearing Case # 05-2011 – Norman Maryea, owner request Variance from Article IV Table 2 to build a house on a non conforming lot of 1.1 acres and on a private road. Requirements are 2 acre minimum with some frontage on a class V road. Property located at the end of Arrowhead Lane in the Rural Zone, Map/Lot# 132-113.

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GILFORD — Community members are invited to the raising of a new timber frame Pavilion at Beans & Greens Farmstand on Friday April 8.

The 40’ x 60’ Pavilion will be located beside the main greenhouse and will be open and available for numerous events this summer including a July 4 Celebration & Square Dance; a New Hampshire Made Food and Craft Fair; and a Summer Series of Dancing featuring Gran- Workers prepare for Beans and Greens Farmstand’s raising of a ite State musicians Paul new timber frame Pavilion on Friday, April 8. Owners Andrew and Martina Howe invite community members to watch — or even Warnick, Eric Grant Band lend a hand. (Courtesy photo) Trio, Crunchy Western Boys, Jacqueline & Dudley Laufman, tina Howe, owners of Beans & Greens and Andrew Merzi.

Farmstand, are excited to be adding Tammy Seed, key timber framer, this new venue to the farm and invite has been focused on the construction area residents to “Watch Us Grow!” of the frame all winter. She has been Beans & Greens Farmstand will doing all the joinery work inside the open for the season on April 30. For adjacent greenhouse and will particia full event schedule, visit www. pate in the raising. Andrew and Marbeansandgreensfarm.com.

Children’s Authors Tea to feature seven New Hampshire authors and illustrators at Belknap Mill on April 14 LACONIA – The Children’s Authors Tea will return to the Belknap Mill from 5 — 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 14.

In celebration of “Week of the Young Child” and “Strengthening Families and Communities Month,” the Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire has invited seven NH authors and illustrators to Tea with children of the community.

The free event has been made possible through support from E&S Insurance Services, LLC and Hannaford Supermarkets and is meant to provide an opportunity for quality family time while also promoting early literacy.

Participating New Hampshire authors and illustrators will include Tracy Kane, Kathy Brodsky, Karel Hayes, Rob Dubreuil, Jill Weber, Maryann CoccaLeffler, and Roberta Baker.

“Giving children the opportunity to visit with their favorite authors is a wonderful and concrete experience that supports early literacy,” explained Julie Choiniere, Child Care Resource and Referral manager for the Lakes Region and one of a team of staff and volunteers working on the Tea. Families attending will have the chance to meet the local authors and illustrators, hear them read their stories aloud, and purchase signed

copies of their books. In addition, children will have the chance to meet local children’s librarians to sign up for their first library card and hear what events are coming up at their local library. Tea will be readily available, along with tea sandwiches, pastries, and live music. Every child who attends will receive a free book, and some will win door prizes, as well.

Staff at the Family Resource Center that did the initial planning for the event were recently joined by volunteers from Meredith Altrusa’s Literacy Committee, Laconia High School, the J. Oliva Huot Technical Center.

“The Huot Technical Center’s Early Childhood Education students are very excited about collaborating with the Family Resource Center on the Tea,” said Beth Strauss, LHS librarian. “Our students have been working on early literacy projects this year, so this is the perfect venue for our students to learn and to assist a community partner. We are excited to be able to listen to such a wonderful group of authors, and to help families encourage reading and a love of books.”

For more information on the Children’s Authors Tea, contact Child Care Resource and Referral at the Family Resource Center, 524-1741.

Orders now being accepted by Belknap County Conservation District for trout LACONIA — The Belknap County Conservation District is currently accepting orders for live trout.

These disease-free hatchery-raised rainbow and brook trout come in sizes 6 — 8 inches or 10 — 12 inches. Fish

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LACONIA — In efforts to assist current business owners and those thinking of starting a business, Laconia Savings Bank (LSB) sponsored a recent seminar geared at giving financial insight to those considering applying for a business loan.

Commercial Services SVP Steve Loughlin made the presentation, entitled “Bank Financing for New and Existing Businesses,” one in a series of programs presented by the Lakes Region Chapter of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives).

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LACONIA — Robert Vachon, a junior at Laconia High School, has been named as one of about 2,250 young men and women from around the nation selected to attend the U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar program this summer.

The seminar is a fast-paced experience for high achieving students who are considering applying for admission to Annapolis after graduation. It teaches prospective applicants about life at the academy, where academics, athletics and professional training play equally important roles in developing our

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Robert is the son of Scott and Beth Vachon and the grandson of Frances and the late Robert Piche and Donald Vachon and the late Jacqueline Brackney.

MEREDITH — Monday children’s playgroup at the Recreation Center is a 9:15 to 11 a.m. program that will be ongoing through June 20. The group will not meet on May 30, Memorial Day. Adult volleyball sessions also continue at the center,

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Buy 1 Large Pizza, Get 1 for $5!

Open at 9pm

HOURS: Tuesday & Wednesday, 4pm - 1am ~ Thursday - Sunday, Noon - 1am

WE WILL BE OPEN Thursday & Friday 8-5 and Sat. 8-1

Moulton Farm

Farm Market ~ Garden Center ~ Greenhouse Grower 279-3915 ~ Route 25, Meredith

Moulton Farm is NOW OPEN with our own fresh baked breads, pies, cookies and more along with Sal’s Fresh Seafood!

We have great warm homemade soups available!

We also have some great citrus to choose from as well as a small variety of produce items!

PLANNING AHEAD? We will have a Good Assortment of Easter Plants to choose from - Easter Lily’s, Daffodil, Pot Mum, Azalea and Hyacinth! Starting the 14th of April!

Moulton Farm has a great set of workshops and events planned for our 2011 season!

Visit our website for more information on upcoming events!

www.moultonfarm.com

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By Holiday Mathis SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll make a meaningful, powerful connection when you communicate face to face. Send your intention through your eyes right into the eyes and heart of the one you want to influence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

You will feel pulled toward communitybuilding deeds. You’ll do your best work in a diverse group. Ask someone from another department, generation or culture to join you in a service project.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

You are still puzzled over an event in your family history. Did it really happen as others said it did, or is the memory tainted by the hopes and beliefs of those who remember it? Investigate further.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

Knowledge that has been handed down cannot be verified as of yet. Still, you feel the truth in your bones. Act on what you know. You’ll bond with others who share your beliefs.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Who is better qualified than you to enhance your reputation? You’ll find a not so obvious way to get the story started about who you are and what you’ve accomplished.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 8).

Your intuitive inklings, especially about people, will be correct. This month presents the opportunity to bet on a hunch and win. May brings change and travel. In June, a person in need brings out divine levels of compassion in you.

There’s a professional gain in July that allows you to assist your family. Aquarius and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 25, 12, 33 and 30.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Someone will copy what you do. This should be flattering to you -- imitation is the most sincere kind of compliment. Still, it is important that you take control of what is yours, especially in regard to intellectual property.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You want a person to want you. You can’t force this to happen, but you will make it happen through the art of persuasion.

It starts with believing in yourself and feeling whole and complete on your own.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Contribute the best of your talent, and another person will do the same. You will fast become partners, and an easy collaboration ensues. Both parties will feel heard, understood and valued.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You keep your promises to people. This comes easily to you because it’s the right thing to do. Because others know what they can consistently expect from you, they keep coming back.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You will get what you desire for one reason only: someone else wants to help you and sees great reward in doing so. Your enthusiasm makes it a pleasure for others to assist you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There’s a right way to do things and a wrong way. Playing by the rules, you’ll rise through the professional or social ranks quickly enough. Therefore, don’t even bother looking for shortcuts today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Find a quiet place where you can concentrate.

You will take your work and studies to a new level in this environment. As an added bonus, a relationship improves because of what you learn today.

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ACROSS 1 Dodgers and Yankees 6 Actor Garrett 10 Farmer’s harvest 14 Come apart, as a strand of yarn 15 Days of __; distant past 16 Stereo of the 1960s 17 Out of the way 18 Peru’s capital 19 Poker bet 20 Antiquated 22 Bigger 24 Declare openly 25 Homilies 26 __ ground; made progress 29 “Thanks, Pierre!”

30 Sit-up targets, for short 31 Jean Claude-Killy or Phil Mahre 33 Bite to eat 37 Boldness

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Cancel Sticky stuff Shoplift Fess up “Roses __ red, violets...”

Adolescents Blood __; vein or artery Hot pepper Rope fiber Chairman’s outline Astonishment Longest river Boston __ chowder Duck with fine, soft down “__ well that ends well!”

Polynesian carved image Direct; guide Not as much Bit of grain In __; weeping

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DOWN Trolley car At __; relaxed Zealous Street divider Blouse parts Club rule Stir up Upper limb Card distributor Charismatic One of the Beatles Frequently Landing places Screwdriver ingredient Rainbows, e.g.

Watery part of the blood Chokes As blind as __ __ of Wight Repairs Crazy “Woe is me!”

Heal __ over; faint

38 Tardiness 40 Very large glandular organ 43 Give for a time 45 Violent storm 48 Makes into law 50 Lemon-lime beverage 51 Suez or Erie

52 Graceful; spry 53 Shouts 54 Like muggy weather 56 “For heaven’s __!”

57 Thought 58 Fortune-teller 59 Is mistaken 62 Falsehood

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FRIDAY PRIME TIME

Today is Friday, April 8, the 98th day of 2011. There are 267 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On April 8, 1911, an explosion at the Banner Coal Mine in Littleton, Ala., claimed the lives of 128 men, most of them convicts loaned out from prisons.

On this date: In 1913, the 17th Amendment to the Constitution, providing for direct popular election of United States senators (as opposed to appointment by state legislatures), was ratified.

In 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Emergency Relief Appropriations Act, which provided money for programs such as the Works Progress Administration.

In 1946, the League of Nations assembled in Geneva for its final session.

In 1952, President Harry S. Truman seized the steel industry to avert a nationwide strike.

In 1961, a suspected bomb exploded aboard the passenger liner MV Dara in the Persian Gulf, causing it to sink; 238 of the 819 people aboard were killed.

In 1970, the Senate rejected President Richard M. Nixon’s nomination of G. Harold Carswell to the U.S. Supreme Court.

In 1974, Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves hit his 715th career home run in a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, breaking Babe Ruth’s record.

In 1994, Kurt Cobain, singer and guitarist for the grunge band Nirvana, was found dead in Seattle from an apparently selfinflicted gunshot wound; he was 27.

One year ago: President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev signed the New START treaty in Prague.

Today’s Birthdays: Former first lady Betty Ford is 93. Comedian Shecky Greene is 85.

Actor-turned-diplomat John Gavin is 80.

Author and investigative reporter Seymour Hersh is 74. Former U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan is 73. Basketball Hall-of-Famer John Havlicek is 71. “Mouseketeer” Darlene Gillespie is 70. Singer J.J. Jackson is 70. Singer Peggy Lennon (The Lennon Sisters) is 70. Songwriter-producer Leon Huff is 69. Actor Hywel Bennett is 67. Actor Stuart Pankin is 65. Rock musician Steve Howe (Yes) is 64. Rock musician Mel Schacher (Grand Funk Railroad) is 60. Baseball Hall-of-Famer Gary Carter is 57. Actor John Schneider is 51. “Survivor” winner Richard Hatch is 50. Rock musician Izzy Stradlin is 49. Singer Julian Lennon is 48. Rock singermusician Donita Sparks is 48. Rapper Biz Markie is 47. Actress Robin Wright is 45.

Actress Patricia Arquette is 43. Rock musician Darren Jessee is 40. Actress Emma Caulfield is 38. Actress Katee Sackhoff is 31. Actor Taylor Kitsch is 30. Rock singermusician Ezra Koenig (Vampire Weekend) is 27. Actor Taran Noah Smith is 27. Actress Kirsten Storms is 27.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS The Streetcar Company presents “The Music Man” at the Inter-Lakes Community Auditorium in Meredith.

7 p.m. Ticket information at www.streetcarcompany.com.

Winni Players Youth Ensemble production of “Fantastic Mr. Fox” at the Winnipseaukee Playhouse at Weirs Beach. 7 p.m. For tickets call 366-7377. www.winniplayhouse.org.

Opening Day at Fenway Park is celebrated at the Laconia Senior Center. Lunch of baked fish and rice served at 11:30 a.m., followed by a recitation of “Casey At The Bat” and a talk about the upcoming season for the Laconia Muskrats. We’ll watch the Red Sox and Yankees at 2 p.m.

Lenten Music Series at the Congregational Church of Laconia featuring organist Kimbery Vars Whitehead.

Noon.

Opechee Garden Club “Art ‘n Bloom” exhibition at the Gilford Public Library. Normal library hours. Members selections of artwork interpreted with floral creations.

Free Family Fun Night for pre-school and kindergarten children and their parents at Laconia Christian School. 6 to 7:30 p.m. An evening of crafts, games and refreshments. For more information call 524-3250.

Belknap County Area Committee on Aging meeting. 10 a.m. at the Wesley Woods Community Room (First United Methodist Church) in Gilford. Presentation by Darlene Cray from the office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman at Wesley Woods.

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt for children in grades 4 through 8 at the Meredith Community Center. 8 to 9 p.m.

Bring proper footwear, a flashlight and a bag for collection.

Pre-registration required.

Singer-songwriter Parry Larkin brings her 25th Anniversary Tour to The Flying Monkey Performance Center in Plymouth. 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online at www.flyingmonkeynh.com, or call 536-2551.

Blue Heron School Open House at the Squam Lake Natural Science Center in Holderness. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Now accepting applicants for the 2011-12 academic year, this nature-based Montessori school is for ages 3 to 6. School is weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. from September to June.

For more information call Laura at 968-7194 X40.

Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 9:30 to 11 a.m. each Friday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518.

Affordable Health Care at Laconia Family Planning and Prenatal. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 121 Belmont Road (Rte. 106 South). 524-5453. GYN and reproductive services.

STD/HIV testing. Sliding fee scale.

Tot Time at the Meredith Public Library. 9:30 to 10:20 a.m.

Stories, songs, crafts and fun for ages 1-3. Sign-up is helpful.

Drop-In Storytime at the Gilford Public Library. 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For ages 2-5. Sing songs, listen to a story and create a craft. No sign-up necessary.

Knit Wits gathering at the Gilford Public Library. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. All knitters welcome.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 Yard Sale at Tardif Park House in Laconia to aid the Sue Smith Benefit Fund. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations may be dropped off from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday or from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday. For more information call Robin at 998-9328.

Lakeport Community Association Yard Sale. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. behind the Lakeport Fire Station in Laconia. New and Easter items.

The Streetcar Company presents “The Music Man” at the Inter-Lakes Community Auditorium in Meredith.

7 p.m. Ticket information at www.streetcarcompany.com.

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Michael Kitch, Adam Drapcho, Gail Ober Reporters Elaine Hirshan, Office Manager Crystal Furnee, Jeanette Stewart Ad Sales Patty Johnson, Graphics Karin Nelson, Classifieds “Seeking the truth and printing it” THE LACONIA DAILY SUN is published Tuesday through Saturday by Lakes Region News Club, Inc. Edward Engler, Mark Guerringue, Adam Hirshan, Founders Offices: 65 Water St., Laconia, NH 03246 Business Office 737-2020, Newsroom 737-2026, Fax: 527-0056 News E-mail: news@laconiadailysun.com CIRCULATION: 17,000 distributed FREE Tues. through Sat. in Laconia, Weirs Beach, Gilford, Meredith, Center Harbor, Belmont, Moultonborough, Winnisquam, Sanbornton, Tilton, Gilmanton, Alton, New Hampton, Plymouth, Bristol, Ashland, Holderness.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: My sister-in-law, “Cathy,” has been a widow for more than 18 months. Before her husband passed, they lost a young son in a tragic accident.

Cathy recently met a divorced man through a church site for singles and is the happiest I’ve seen in a long time. The problem is her adult children. They are attacking her on Facebook with snide remarks, calling her crazy and saying she needs to be committed.

We have told them their mother is happy and they should let her move on with her life, but it falls on deaf ears.

I feel it is no one’s business (including these children) what Cathy chooses to do. She is anxious for the family to meet this gentleman, and he is so taken with her that he is ready to get married after six months of church preparations.

When her husband died, Cathy was in a sad situation, financially and emotionally. She is heartbroken about her children’s attitude and disrespect. What do you think? -- Hoping She Finds Happiness and a Companion Dear Hoping: Unfortunately, it is not unusual for adult children to object to a parent remarrying. Children can grieve for a deceased parent forever and still go on with their lives. But it is horrendously unfair to expect the surviving spouse to remain locked in a mourning period that does not allow future happiness with someone else.

Cathy’s children are being particularly nasty by publicly deriding her.

However, please urge Cathy not to rush into anything. She is lonely and vulnerable to marrying for the wrong reasons. She should take her time to get to know this man better, allow her children and family members to understand his character, and make every effort to let all of them accept him. Of course, the final decision about marriage should be hers.

Dear Annie: My brother recently retired. For months, I planned

to surprise him at his office with a special cake I designed for the occasion. However, I ended up having major emergency surgery.

I called a friend, a professional cake designer, who made the cake and delivered it to “Bennie” on his special day.

That evening, Bennie called to tell me how much he appreciated the cake. I mentioned that I would love to have a piece to commemorate his special day. He replied, “There was a bit left, so I will be able to enjoy it for a few days.”

Bennie has never come to see me in the weeks since surgery although he lives only 15 minutes away. He did not even think to share a small piece of cake with my husband and me to commemorate this major turning point in his life. Am I wrong to feel hurt?

-- Not All About the Cake Dear Not: It would have been nice for Bennie to share a piece of cake with you, but it was his to do with as he pleased. More important is why he hasn’t been inclined to see his sister, who recently recovered from major surgery. Men often respond to a more direct approach. Instead of being resentful, tell Bennie you miss him and wonder why he hasn’t come to see you.

Dear Annie: You should tell “Ms. Frustrated” that the reason her parents are dressed the way they are is not only because they are comfortable in their “old” clothes, but because for women there are no clothes on the market that we old folks would be seen in.

I am 72 years old and wear a size 8. The things that fit me are too young by 40 years and don’t go with my gray hair. I would look silly in that stuff. If my daughter doesn’t like it, it’s her problem, not mine. -- Skinny Old Lady Dear Skinny: We think you should dress as you please, but an occasional update can do wonders for attitude. There are appropriate clothes for older shoppers, but you might need to look a little further afield.

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, 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700, Los Angeles, CA 90045.

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MINI-DACHSHUND, 12 week famale AKC house training in progress. black/tan, 524-3613, $550.

1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee132K, 4-Wheel Drive, leather, automatic, loaded with options! $2,095 OBO. Call Scott at 603-369-0494

BOAT SLIPS For Rent At the Winnipesaukee Pier Weirs Beach, NH Reasonable rents installments payments for the season. Call 366-4311.

BRISTOL: Newly renovated 2-Bedroom apartment. Heat & hot water included. $700/month. $100 discount on first month s rent. 217-4141.

1996 VW Jetta: Clean, runs great, needs nothing. Recently inspected. No low ball. $1,500.

343-3753.

SEASONAL rentals, 2 boat slips on Paugus Bay up to 23 ft/ non live aboard, $2000/ each.

387-2311.

CUTE 1-bedroom and studio. re modeled apartment in Tilton.

Heat/Hot Water included. $560-$620/Month. No pets.

603-393-9693 or 916-214-7733

SHIH Tzu puppies for sale.

Heath & temperament guaranteed. $450 each (603)539-1603.

THREE cute female gerbils with 20 gallon long tank & toys. $30.

Cute male gerbil with 20 gallon high tank. $20. 832-3411 YELLOW Lab- Male 1 year old.

AKC $300. Call 998-3609

Antiques BUYING old books, maps, and letters. 630-0675

Announcement

1997 Green Honda Accord 2 dr. new winter tires, great shape, inspected, 126K miles.$3800 call 387-0927 2004 Buick Rendezvous- All Wheel drive, 98K Miles, Blue Book $6,800 asking $5,800.

455-8844 2008 KIA SPECTRA SX-5- 60K Miles, one owner, clear title, motivated seller, $8,500/BO (603) 630-4294 BUYING junk cars and trucks ME & NH. Call for price. Martin Towing. (603)305-4504.

CASH FOR junk cars & trucks.

Top Dollar Paid. Available 7 days a week. 630-3606 CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859.

Top Dollar Paid- $150 and up for unwanted & junk vehiclies. Call 934-4813

BOATS LAKE Winnisquam docks for rent 524-6662.

Business Opportunities Golf club repair & regripping.

Small investment 527-0547

Investor Wanted $126,000 loan 20% Interest Secured by real estate 60% LTV 12 Month terms. No Points-

Dan

- 998-7926

NEED Extra Money? Start an Avon Business for $10. Call Debbie at 603-491-5359.

Or go to www.start.youravon.com and enter reference code: dblaisedell.

For Rent $500 OFF FIRST MONTH S RENT at Mountain View apartments in Laconia. 2-bedroom apartment, $700 + utilities; 2 & 3-bedroom townhouse, 1.5 bath, large deck, $775 & $850 + utilities; Quiet location with laundry and playgrounds. Integrity Realty, Inc. 524-7185.

APARTMENTS, mobile homes. If you need a rental at a fair price, call DRM Corp. Over 40 years in rentals. We treat you better!

524-0348 or visit M-W-F, 12-5, at 373 Court Street, Laconia.

BELMONT at the Bypass, 2 bedroom, outstanding screened porch basement storage, $850 plus utilities security and references.

603-630-1296.

Belmont: 1BR, economical gas heat, quiet country setting, $595/month +utilities, security

FRANKLIN- Riverfront, 1 Bedroom, 2nd Floor, Attic Storage. $600/month + Utilities, Security Deposit. No Pets, 387-4471.

FRANKLIN: 2BR Mobile home for rent, $700 plus utilities, Security deposit required, no dogs.

279-5846.

Gilford-3 bedroom. $1,000/Month.

All utilities included. Available May 1st. No dogs/cats. Seen by appt.

528-5540 GILMANTON Iron Works: 1-BR w/heat, $650. Large 2-BR w/heat, $850. (603)509-2337.

GORGEOUS 1-Bedroom condo in Laconia. 1st floor, hardwood floors, open-concept, new appliances. $1,100/Month includes, heat/hot water, cable, Internet, washer/dryer, fitness room access. Not smoking/No pets.

630-8171 HOUSE Share, Country setting, Shaker Rd. $650 includes everything. Sec deposit and references Call 630-1296.

LACONIA 2BR, Duplex unit with W/D hookups. $800 plus utilities.

Call 556-7905 LACONIA 2BR apt first floor, $875 util not incl, no pets, sec dep and refs. 520-5171 Laconia Almost New Winnipesaukee Waterfront Luxury 2 Bedroom Condominium. Stainless, hardwood, central air, large deck. $1,200. No smoking, no pets please. One year lease. Call

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LACONIA Condo: 2-bedroom, 2-bath, newly renovated. $850 per month plus security deposit.

Many amenities. 279-5991.

LACONIA: 1-2 Bedrooms starting at $160/Week. Most include Heat/Hot Water & Electric. No dogs. 496-8667 or 545-9510.

LACONIA wonderful 2 bedroom, close to hospital, town and Rte 106. Laundry, porch, modern kitchen, $750+ utilities. 455-0874.

LACONIA: 3-bedroom home with plenty of parking & woodburner. $900/Month. 556-3146.

Laconia- 2 bedroom 1st floor, off street parking, coin-op laundry, dishwasher. $850/Month. includes heat/hot water. No dogs/No Smoking. References/Security required. 387-4885.

Laconia- 2-bedroom upstairs, garage parking, waterfront. Includes heat, $750/Month. References and deposit required. 724-1985 Laconia- 3-Bedroom, 2nd Floor, Washer/Dryer, Attic Storage, Sunroom, $950/month + Utilities & Security Deposit. No Pets/No Smoking. 387-4471 LACONIA- Large 1 Bedroom apartment. Newly paiinted, hardwood floors, new appliances. $175/Week + security. Utilities not included. Call 524-1349 Pat LACONIA- Large Rooms for rent.

Private bath, heat/hot water, electric, cable, parking included.

FREE WiFi Internet. $145/week, 603-781-6294 LACONIA-Large 1 bedroom apartment. Newly reduced to $160/Week. Newly painted, off street parking. Utilities not included. Available now. References & $650 Security deposit required.

1 Year lease.

603-524-3759

LAKE Winnipesaukee, Gilford, 4/15/11- 11/15/11. One bedroom cottage condo completely furnished. 2 loveseats in livingrm open to beds, shared dock, mooring for boat 25 or under, elec heat, ac, $800/ month plus utilities. Sec. deposit required.

603-293-7801.

LAKEPORT lake view, 4 rooms, 2 bedrooms, includes washer/ dryer and 2 car parking $190/ week. 4 weeks sec. deposit, 1st week s rent in advance. No dogs, no smoking, references, credit check a must, leave message for Bob Thurston Real Estate, 781-283-0783.

LAKEPORT Lake view. Tiny 1BR first floor, includes heat and utilities $155/ week, 2 car parking, no dogs, sec deposit and fir week s rent in advance, references and credit check a must. Leave message for Bob 781-283-0783.

MEREDITH 1-2 bedroom apartments & mobile homes. $650-$800/ month + utilities. No pets. 279-5846 MEREDITH 2BR apt first floor, walk to docks, village, great space, non-smoking, w/d hookups, parking, no util. $750 a month. 279-7887 or 781-862-0123

LACONIA-SUNNY large Victorian, 2 bedroom, kitchen, livingroom, diningroom and den, hardwood floors, tin ceilings, beautiful, $850/ month including heat, 494-4346.

MEREDITH- In-Town apartment.

1-bedroom, 1-bath. Kitchen, large living room with dryer. Quiet location, no pets/no smokers $800/Month + utilities. Rick (781)389-2355

LACONIA: Studio apartment, $135/week includes heat & hot water. References and deposit.

524-9665.

MEREDITH: 3 bedroom mobile home, $800 plus utilities, security, no dogs, 279-5846.

LACONIA: 1-bedroom apartments in clean, quiet, secure downtown building. Very nice and completely renovated. $175/week, includes heat, hot water and electricity.

524-3892.

Laconia: 1-Bedroom apt. 3rd floor.

Off-street parking for one. Rent $580/monthly or $135/weekly.

Also 2-room apartment on 2nd, $560/Month or $130/Week. Both include utilities. Security 2-weeks rent. sixtymarge@aol.com 934-7358 LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments. Efficiency, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments available. 524-4428.

LACONIA: Sunny, 1-Bedroom, hardwood floors, 3rd floor, washer/dryer hookup, heat, $600.

Security & references.

(603)293-7038.

MEREDITH: In-town 1-bedroom, includes heat, $600/month. Parking w/plowing. No Smoking. No pets. Security deposit. 387-8356.

Moultonborough-Center Harbor- 2 bedroom energy efficient home, walking distance from super market. $950/Month plus utilities.

455-9313

NORTHFIELD

Are you tired of living in run down, dirty housing, then call us we have the absolute best, spotlessly clean and everything works. We include heat & hot water and all appliances, Townhouses & apartments, in Northfield one block from I-93 Call 630-3700 for affordable Clean living.

Come Visit Us Now Section 8 Voucher Accepted At Our Market Rate Unit Rental Assistance Available Make Your Next Home At

LEDGEWOOD ESTATES • Spacious units with a lot of storage area • Low utility costs • On-Site Laundry & Parking • Easy access to I-93 • 24-hour maintenance provided • 2 bedrooms with a 2 person minimum per unit.

Ask about our Referral Bonus Rent is based upon 30% of your adjusted income.

Hurry and call today to see if you qualify, or download an application at:

www.hodgescompanies.com Housing@hodgescompanies.com 603-224-9221 TDD # 1-800-545-1833 Ext. 118

Equal Housing Opportunity Agent anEmployer

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For Rent

For Rent-Commercial

NORTHFIELD: 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, both on 1st floor and with direct access to basement with coin-op laundry, $215 & $225/week including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234 ONE Bedroom apartment in Weirs Beach with heat, hot water & electric. $800/Month. $800 Security deposit. 393-2836 TILTON- DOWNTOWN. Large room in 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartment, shared with 2 other responsible adults, $150 weekly, includes all. 286-4391.

TILTON: 3-bedroom spacious apt.,convenient location, no pets. $850/Month. plus utilities, heat.

Security deposit, references.

286-8200 WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency apartment and a cottage including heat, hot water and lights. No pets. $150-$175/week. $400 deposit. 528-2757 or 387-3864.

Meredith- Professional office or studio space. Second floor, 3 rooms incl kitchen and half bath, great space, large closets, heated, non-smoking. $625 per month. Cell 781-862-0123 or 279-7887

For Sale 2 Tires, 205/55/16, $50/both; Car CD players, bass speakers & amps, call for prices. 343-3753.

2002 MXZ 600, 1900 miles, good shape, $1300. Honda EM5000 generator, 20 hours, $1200.

848-0014.

2005 Mercury 8HP 4 stroke motor, great condition, with gas can. $1400 firm. Call Tom at 387-5934.

8 FT. POOL TABLE -Very good condition. Extra cues & accessories. $350. After 5PM 528-2309

For Rent-Vacation GILFORD on Winnipesaukee, large 1BR unit directly on water, private family atmosphere, sandy child friendly beach, boat dock.

Close to all activities. $900 per week, longer terms negotiable.

293-8237 for “go see” and application.

For Rent-Commercial

Laconia-O Shea Industrial Park 72 Primrose Drive •10,000 Sq, Ft. WarehouseManufacturing. $5,800.00 • 3,000 Sq. Ft. Office Space $2,800.00 • 3,340 Sq. Ft. WarehouseManufacturing $1,800.00

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

(603)476-8933

For Sale

Furniture

E-Flite Apprentice PNP-Electric R/C Trainer & E-Flite. Radian Electric 2 Meter sale plane package. Includes both planes, batteries for both planes, DC charger, AC power supply, misc parts. $300 455-9042

81-87 Chevy Truck Parts. Many new in box. Four-235-75-15 tires. $200. Two-245-70-16. tires $100.

All tires mounted on 6-Lug Chevy Aluminum rims. 630-0957 AMAZING! Beautiful queen or full pillow top mattress set $249, king $399. See ad under “furniture”.

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

10 Yr. warranty, new-in-plastic.

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

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

New-in-boxes cost $2,200 Sell $895. 603-427-2001 CASH for old guns & ammo, hunting knives, military. 528-0247 CRAFTSMAN 12-inch band saw. $200 Pro-form treadmill $200.

10-inch table saw $75. Oak dining room set $1,200. Sleep sofa $150. 527-0547 Custom Glazed Kitchen Cabinets.

Solid maple, never installed. May add/subtract to fit kitchen. Cost $6,000 sacrifice $1,750. 433-4665 Office desk and chair. Cherry wood $235 or best offer. 28 Hook Rd. Gilford

Farmers Sink, cast iron, circa 1900 44X22, high back $300 firm as is, or $700 refinished any color.

455-9846 FIREWOOD-Campwood-All quantities. Easy, drive up self serv. Belmont 18 Arlene Drive-1 mile up Union Rd. from Piches, Left. Gray wood shed.

Hay for sale. Horse and cow hay and mulch hay. $4/Bale. Sanborton, NH. Call 603-286-4844 or 603-630-8642.

RASCAL 326 Power Chair: Like new, $3,500. Includes ramp. Call John at 253-9863 or 455-9863.

SOLAR Energy Tanning bed.

Used 1 season. Paid $1,700 asking $1,000 firm. Bulbs are good for 3-years. She!s a beauty!

707-9843 Used Kitchen Cabinets- 21 Solid Oak Kitchen Cabinets. Includes 10 wall, 9 base, pantry 36x80 and 1 center island with wine rack, 30x36. Good condition. Being professionally removed, will be available end of April/early May. $550. 279-6515

Furniture AMAZING!

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

603-305-9763

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

Help Wanted BOOMING INDUSTRY

is expanding due to record high production & demand for more JCS tours! Average rep. pay $25/hr, PT. Day Shift 8:30am-1:00pm. Night shift 4:15pm-10:00pm, Also full-time available. Must have good communication skills. Lots of fun, no experience needed. JCS is the industry leader, providing tours to Inn Season, Sterling, Tradewind, Windham, and FantaSea Resorts.

603-581-2450, Laconia. Ask for Carlos.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

CNC SET-UP MACHINIST

FACILITY MAINTENANCE

We are looking for a responsible and highly motivated individual to join our first shift team of machinists. Applicants must be experienced in the efficient set-up of CNC milling or turning (Mori-Seiki equipment). Familiarity in machining various grades of materials and an excellent knowledge of tooling is required. This position is a great opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to the industry of machining, and is looking to advance his or her career. We offer challenging work, without repetition, in a clean and professional environment. Applicants are asked to apply in person (to discuss qualifications), Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at: BURNS MACHINE, LLC 516 PROVINCE ROAD ROUTE 107 INDUSTRIAL PARK LACONIA, NH 03246

EXPERIENCED Hair Stylist: Looking for a change? We have an opening for a full time stylist.

Must be able to work Saturdays and at least 1 evening. Great location and parking. Great, talented people to work with. Call today for a confidential interview.

The Hair Factory Salon & Day Spa, Gilford, NH, 603-527-1005 or email, hairfactory@metrocast.net FULL-TIME Experienced (2-3 years minimum) Breakfast/Lunch cook with/references. Apply at Main St. Station Diner, Plymouth, NH

Responsibilities for this part time position include facility maintenance and cleaning, handling of scrap materials, ordering and maintaining proper supply levels, some shipping/receiving and local deliveries. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation pay, tuition reimbursement, section 125 plan,efficiency bonuses, and much, much more. If you are thinking of making a change for the better, come visit our facility and talk with our people. Then come grow with us. Applicants are asked to apply in person (to discuss qualifications), Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at: BURNS MACHINE, LLC 516 PROVINCE ROAD ROUTE 107 INDUSTRIAL PARK LACONIA, NH 03246

FRONT DESK

Fireside Inn and Suites is looking for a person to fil a front desk position. Willing to work full-time in peak season and part-time in off-peak season, weekends a must.

Must be energetic, reliable, flexible and good with people, also must have good skills with calculator, computer and be able to multi-task. Experience in hospitality industry a plus.

Come in and fill out an application today. 17 Harris Shore Rd. Gilford, NH 03249.

Meredith Hannaford 38 NH Route 25, Meredith, NH 03253 603-279-1451

Join us for Our Summer Job Fair: Saturday, April 9th (11am-3pm) Friday April 15th (3pm-5pm)

Will be held outside in front of the store

Now Hiring Seasonal Summer Positions: Bakery, Deli, Cashiers, Customer Service Associates, Produce, Meat, Seafood, Center Store & Center Store Overnights Supermarket Experience helpful, but willing to train the right candidate:

Open Availability Preferred

Hannaford is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Grounds Services Manager Full Time Year Round Position This position is responsible for leading the Grounds Services Staff with regards to grounds maintenance in our 2,000 acre resort. This position requires a valid NH Commercial Drivers License- B (minimum) and experience in operating construction equipment to include dozer, front end loader, dump truck with front and angle plow, tractor/mower, back hoe and excavator. Previous supervisory experience, budget preparation/ implementation, effective communication and safety awareness are required skills. This position must comply with NH DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Gunstock offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, and disability and retirement programs.

Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources P.O. Box 1307 Laconia NH 03247-1307

The Town of Meredith is currently hiring for the following Seasonal Full and Part-Time Positions:

Parks & Recreation Department Counselors, Activity Supervisors, Lifeguards/WSI, Program Instructors and a Maintenance Laborer. Any questions about these positions can be directed to vchoiniere@meredithnh.org

Police Department Boat Launch Attendants, Parking Enforcement Officers and Traffic Control Officers – any questions about these positions can be directed to kmorrow@meredithnh.org

Public Works Department Solid Waste/Recycling Facility, Buildings and Grounds and the Highway Department – any questions about these positions can be directed to mfaller@meredithnh.org All positions will remain open until filled. Please visit www.meredithnh.org for more detailed descriptions of all the positions listed and for the employment application.

Employment Applications must be submitted electroni cally. All Town of Meredith Employees must success fully complete a State of New Hampshire Criminal History check.

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted

HART S Turkey Farm Restaurant is looking for a bakery assistant.

Baking experience is a must and cake decorating experience would be a plus. This is a full time position through the fall and a part time position through the winter.

Must be flexible and detail oriented. Weekends and holidays are a must. Send resume to PO Box 664, Meredith, NH 03253 or email, attention Chris, to catering@hartsturkeyfarm.com MARINA POSITION OPENING, support for fuel service, retail store and boat rental program beginning early May through Oct 10, weekdays in May, June, Sept, Oct, all days July/Aug, excellent customer service/sales skills, system skills, & boating knowledge/experience. Channel Marine, 366-4801 X 205.

Part-Time Mechanic needed to help with automotive projects.

Evenings or weekends. Joe 998-6986 PLATINUM Salon and Spa is looking for an experienced stylist with clientele to join our team. Call 524-7724.

SERVICE WRITER

AutoServ of Tilton has an opening for a Service Writer. With Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Nissan and VW at the same location we are busy! This is a full time position, with salary plus monthly bonus opportunities and a complete benefit package included. We offer health, dental, life and disability insurance along with 401K, personal days and vacation. Experience preferred but will consider training the right person, previous automotive experience is a must. Email confidential resume to cavanaught@AutoServNH.com

TECHNICIAN

$1,000 sign-on bonus for Certified Nissan and Ford Diesel technicians. AutoServ of Tilton is interviewing for experienced and Certified New Car Automotive Technicians.

With Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Nissan and VW at the same location we are busy! If you are certified in another brand, we would consider cross training you. This would be full time with complete benefit package included. We offer health, dental, life and disability insurance along with 401K, personal days and vacation. Email confidential resume to cavanaught@AutoServNH.com

Instruction FLYFISHING LESSONS

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

KFC IS HIRING!!

PART TIME, FULL TIME AND SHIFT MANAGEMENT POSITIONS AVAILABLE We require people who are: • Team Players with an Outgoing Attitude

• Customer Focused • Competitive Pay

Come in for an Interview at our JOB FAIR! Tuesday April 12th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm KFC, 35 Tilton Rd, Tilton, NH 03276

Can’t make these times?

Drop by for an application all week!

Instruction

Motorcycles

KARATE

2000Harley Davidson DYNA-Conv ertible, carb, 88 cu. In., forward controls, touring seats. Excellent condition. 6,300 miles $7,000.

524-4866.

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

524-4780.

New Hampshire Aikido -Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Barn, Wadliegh Rd. Sanbornton.

286-4121

TAI CHI

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

524-4780

Mobile Homes Belmont park- 1988 2-large bedroom, 1.5 bath mobilehome. $17,500 call Brenda 393-7713 w/Exit Realty 527-1111 BELMONT-SOLID 2-bedroom 1 1/2 bath on lovely 2.6 acres.

25x45 Garage/barn, room to grow. Great for active retirees or young family. $110,000. 527-8836 Don t Be “STUPID” Buy here!

New 14 Wides

$27,995 • $33,995 Or $1,700 down 240 @ $260 Apr 7.5%

28 Wides $55,995 • $62,995

2007 Harley Davidson Sportster XL883L: Excellent condition, white, 415 miles. $5,500/b.o. mlgouveia@yahoo.com or 603-520-6190 for more info.

Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz

(603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH. LACONIA MOTORBIKE THINK SPRING! BEAT THE RUSH! Have your motorcycle serviced now!

Pete Dyer • 527-9275.

Frank Bean Rd. Laconia The Premier Motorbike Shop in the Lakes Region

Real Estate Classic cottage on waterfront in Gilford. Family Friendly Association. Something for everyone here. Year-round potential.

527-8836

Services

AFFORDABLE ROOFING & SIDING SOLUTIONS.

LAWNCARE cleanup, light hauling, Masonry.832-8586

Highest quality craftsmanship.

Fully Insured. Lowest prices guranteed. FMI (603)730-2521.

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

Our Customers Don t get Soaked!

528-3531 CHANGING Times Landscape Lawn maintenance, Spring clean up from A to Z. Office 207-453-2585.

LOW PRICE ~ QUALITY WORK

Rightway Plumbing and Heating Over 20 Years Experience Fully Insured. License #3647

Call 393-4949

M.A. SMITH ELECTRIC: Quality work for any size electrical job. Licensed-Insured, Free estimates/ 603-455-5607 MASONRY: Custom stonework, brick/block, patios, fireplaces, repairs/repointing. 726-8679, Paul. prp_masonry@yahoo.com

IN-TOWN LOT For Sale by Owner Level 0.23 Acre Building Lot on North Street, Laconia. Great Neighborhood! $44,900, Call 603 528-8608 Simply Decks and More. Free estimates. Fully Insured. No job too big. Call Steve. 603-393-8503.

Roommate Wanted WEIRS Beach Area: To share house, $500/month, everything included. Beach rights. 393-6793.

Lot of Mods on Display WWW.CM-H.Com Open Daily & Sunday Camelot Homes Rt. 3 Tilton, NH

Services

Services 50% OFF for New Customers Spring Cleaning. Residential, Office, Commerical & Construction.

581-4877.

Motorcycles

TAX PREPARATION Individuals and Businesses No return is too small.

E-Filing available Accounting and Auditing Roger Marceau, CPA 387-6844 or e-mail rlmarceau@metrocast.net

1993 CBR 600. No plastic, runs good, new battery. $900. 1983 GPZ 750 $600. 343-3753 2000 XL1200C Sportster. Under 18,000 miles. Runs Great $4,100.

B/O. Call 677-6721

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

FULL-TIME OPENING INSIDE/COUNTER SALES POSITION Electrical Wholesale Distributor is searching for an energetic, self starter for their sales/customer service team.

Position requires product knowledge in the electrical construction industry. Successful candidate must have good communication skills. Previous sales experience preferred.

Willing to train the right individual. Computer experience required. Comprehensive benefits package, competitive wages and a great working environment.

A positive attitude is a must!

Come Join “TEAM LE” Apply in person or send resume to:

Storage Space

Walter Maxwell Laconia Electric Supply, Inc. 935 Union Avenue Laconia, NH 03246 FULL TIME OPENING INSIDE /COUNTER SALES POSITION Searching for an energetic, self motivated individual to join our TEAM. Position requires product knowledge in the electrical construction industry.

Successful candidate must have good communication skills. Previous sales experience preferred. Computer experience required.

A positive attitude is a must!

Come Join “TEAM LE” Apply in person or send resume to: Danny Gerlack Laconia Electric Supply, Inc. 333 Highland Street Plymouth, NH 03264 (No phone calls please)

CLEAN DRY Storage Easy access. $85/ month. 520-4465.

Yard Sale Gilford Moving Sale. Everything Must Go! Couches, knick knacks hostess table, skill saw, chain saw. Saturday 1-4pm 28 Hook Rd.

IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME OPENING RECEIVING/WAREHOUSE Searching for an energetic, self motivated individual to join our TEAM. Responsibilities will include receiving product, material put away, picking, packing, stocking shelves, outbound freight and other general warehouse duties. Knowledge of electrical supplies helpful. Computer experience required.

A positive attitude is a must!

Come Join “TEAM LE” Apply in person or send resume to:

Walter Maxwell Laconia Electric Supply, Inc. 935 Union Avenue Laconia, NH 03246

HANDYMAN SERVICES Small Jobs Are My Speciality

Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277

Lakeport Community Association

Behind Lakeport Fire Station April 9th, 8am-2pm New & Easter Items

HOUSECLEANING-LOOKING for jobs in Lakes Region area. Condos, mobile homes, foreclosures.

Available to help with errands/shopping & baking for holidays. Afternoons or anytime Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Great references. Please call 524-6363.

JAYNE!S Painting is now Ruel!s Painting. Same great service! Jason Ruel Customer Satisfaction

Sue Smith Benefit Yard Sale

Saturday, April 9th 8am-4pm Tardiff Park House 51 Crescent St. Laconia Rain or Shine!

Bake Sale, Raffle, Lots of great stuff! no early birds please!

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Registration now open for Lake Winnipesaukee Free ‘Balance’ workshop at Inter-Lakes Senior Sailing Association’s 24th Sailing School

Aspiring and seasoned sailors alike are invited to register for the Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association Sailing Schools 24th season. A $20 discount will be offered for registrations received

by May 1. (Photo credit: Anne LaVin)

CALENDAR from page 22

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 Mexican-themed community dinner hosted by the Gilmanton Community Church. 5:30 to 7 p.m. $9 for adults.

Opechee Garden Club “Art ‘n Bloom” exhibition at the Gilford Public Library. Normal library hours. Members selections of artwork interpreted with floral creations.

Lakes Region Spring Craft Fair at the Conference Center of the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa in Laconia. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

Pancake breakfast hosted by Elm Street Elementary School in Laconia. 8 a.m. to noon. $5 adults and $3 children. All proceeds will benefit the school’s playground fund.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Community Center Birthday Party in Meredith. Hunt begins at 10:30 a.m.

— children must be signed in before event begins — and birthday party will follow. Lunch provided. Face painting, prizes, jump house and more. All free.

Winni Players Youth Ensemble production of “Fantastic Mr. Fox” at the Winnipseaukee Playhouse at Weirs Beach. 7 p.m. For tickets call 366-7377. www.winniplayhouse.org.

A concert of chamber music presented by the Hannani Trio at Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro. 7:30 p.m.

Hosted by the Wolfeboro Friends of Music. $20 at the door. www.wfriendsofmusic.org.

All-day workshop for those what are separted or divorced. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Belmont. $30, lunch included. Scholarships available. Call Ginny at 286-7066 or the church rectory at 267-8174.

American Legion Post 49 Tilton Annual Fisherman’s Dinner to support the Drill Team. 6:30 p.m. Haddock $10. Chicken $8. Triple Creek Band at 8 p.m. Members and bonafide guests.

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

Open Door Dinners offer free weekly meal in Tilton.

4:30 to 6 p.m. An outreach housed at Trinity Episcopal Church on Main Street, downtown. provides a free hot meal open to all members of the community. All are welcome to eat and all are welcome to help out. For more information, especially about volunteering, please call Pastor Mark at 286-3120 or e-mail him at mark@trinitytilton.org.

Pine Gardens Manufactured Homes Sales & Park

Doublewide

Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, A/C, Computer Room, 3-Season Room, Gas Fireplace, Deck, Shed & More! K-1

$59,900

GILFORD — Registration is now open for the Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association Sailing School’s 24th season.

A half-day Mighty Mini Program for children ages 6 — 7 will be offered again this summer, giving youngsters a unique and non-threatening look at the sailing experience. An adult morning class will be also be held in addition to a program for kids ages 8 — 16.

For racers and advanced sailors, the LWSA has purchased additional spinnaker gear for the 420s, has expanded the popular WAR Regatta (Wicked Awesome Regatta) to two days, and has planned a busy season of coaching, evening racing, and away regattas.

For a $20 discount, sign up at www.lwsa.org by May 1. For more information, e-mail sailing-school@ lwsa.org.

Registration open for Gilford Hills Club raquetball leagues with play beginning April 18

GILFORD — Registration is now open for Gilford Hills Club spring 2011 racquetball leagues, with play beginning the week of Monday, April 18.

Singles and doubles leagues will be offered, and players at all skill levels are welcome. Matches will take place at the Club, which features three air-conditioned racquetball courts with second-story spectator areas, and a viewing window in the Overhead Lounge overlooking Court #1.

Round-robin league play lasts for eight weeks, with playoff and championship matches in the ninth and final week of the league beginning Monday, June 13.

League registration is free for members; $65 for non-members. For more information and to register, contact League director Jaime Boucher at 630-2802.

‘Fiddlin’ Fun with Ellen Carlson’ at Gilford library

MEREDITH — A free one-hour workshop for seniors on maintaining and improving balance will be held at the Inter-Lakes Senior Center at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 14.

The workshop will be led by a student team from the Health & Human Performance Department at Plymouth State University.

To register for the class or for more information 279-5631.

‘Skate for a Cure’ at PSU to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

PLYMOUTH — “Skate for a Cure,” a fundraiser to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, will be held at Plymouth State University Ice Arena from 2 — 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 16.

Teams are being formed now for the 5k and 10k events, which will take place to the beat of music under see next page

New 3 BR RaNch, $208,400!

LAkE WiNNiPESAUkEE

Nature’s View model home

oPeN house New 7 room CaPe:

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Dr. Barbara McCahan from the Plymouth State University Health & Human Performance Department demonstrates one of the balance exercises to be shared with participants attending a free workshop to be held at the Inter-lakes Senior Center on Thursday, April 14. (Courtesy photo)

GILFORD — To mark National Library Week, April 11 – 15, the Public Library will present “Fiddlin’ Fun with Ellen Carlson” from 6 — 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 14.

National Library Week is a time when people across the country celebrate the role that libraries, which provide residents with free and unlimited access to knowledge and education, play in their communities.

In keeping with this year’s national theme, “Create Your Story at Your Library,” Carlson’s performance will explore her family story through music ranging from Irish to Cajun to bluegrass.

All are invited to clap their hands and stomp their feet, as well as share their own stories.

For more information, call the library at 524-6042.

sat. 4/9, 11:00 - 2:00

Office: (603) 267-8182 • Fax: (603) 267-6621 Route 140E, 3 miles on right from Exit 20, off I-93.

Center April 14

29 Nature’s View Dr., Laconia. Directions: Elm St. (Laconia) to Massachusetts Ave. to North St. to Nature’s View.

OPEN HOUSE

SAT. 4/9, 11:00 - 2:00 10 Surrey Lane, Laconia

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Cape I: 3 BRs, 3 baths, 2 car att. garage, 1st floor master.

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PSU Campus Chapter and Pemi Valley Habitat for Humanity plan celebration PLYMOUTH — Plymouth State University’s Campus Chapter and Pemi-Valley Habitat for Humanity will host “A Roof Over Our Heads,” a night of celebration and achievement dinner, at the PSU Ice Arena Welcome Center at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 29.

Sponsored by Southwest Airlines, the evening will begin with a cocktail hour and music by the PSU Jazz Ensemble followed by a 7 p.m. dinner and a night of dancing. The evening will also feature both a silent auction and a live auction of a pair of round-trip airline

tickets provided by Southwest.

Tickets are $45 per person ($20 for students) and are available by calling 536-1333 or by visiting the Pemi-Valley Habitat ReStore in Ashland. Credit cards will be accepted ($2.50 processing charge per ticket). Checks payable to Plymouth State University, with “Habitat for Humanity” on the memo line, may be mailed to Pemi-Valley Habitat, P.O. Box 238, Plymouth, NH 032264.

For tickets or for more information, call 536-1333 or e-mail brian-mccarthy@pemivalleyhabitat.org.

WOLFEBORO – Central New Hampshire VNA & Hospice will offer a six-week Bereavement Support Group at Huggins Hospital beginning the first week of May. The purpose of the Support Group is to give people the opportunity to learn about the grief process, discuss their own particular ways of coping with loss, and to gain the support of others in safe

and caring ways. Although grief is a unique experience through which each person finds his or her own way, there are common threads that can be shared when facing this experience.

Lori Chase, Hospice Social Worker & John Walker, Hospice Bereavement Volunteer, will be the group facilitators. To register or get more information, call Chase at 524-8444.

from preceding page disco and laser lights. From 4 — 5 p.m., an auction and raffles will be held with items donated by local businesses.

More than 500 people are expected to attend the event. For more information, visit http://jdrfevents.donordrive.com/ event/skateforacure.

Bereavement Support Group hosted

by Central NH VNA & Hospice

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Center Harbor Office 32 Whittier Hwy Center Harbor, NH 03226 (603) 253-4345

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Reduced.. Now..$225,000..Great Neighborhood..Dead End Street And Close To Schools. Pristine Condition Inside And Out..Open Concept Kitchen, Dining And Lr. Sliders To A Private Deck, 4 Br’s, 2.5 Ba’s. Attached Garage And Nicely Landscaped.

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