The Laconia Daily Sun, May 16, 2012

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Bill Grimm of Franklin to seek GOP nomination in Senate 7

By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

FRANKLIN — Bill Grimm, who founded and directed the first charter school in the state, said yesterday that he will formally announce his candidacy for the New Hampshire Senate in District 7 later this week.

Grimm is the second Republican to enter the race after Joshua Yousef of Laconia, the owner of Same Day Computer, declared his candidacy last week.

Andrew Hosmer, general manager of Autoserv of Tilton and a Laconia resident, is expected to be the lone Democrat in the race.

Raised in Kensington, New Hampshire, Grimm graduated from Exeter High School and the United States Naval Academy. After serving aboard three ships, one of which listed 47 degrees while he at the helm in the Pacific Ocean, he turned to business, earning his M.B.A. at the University of Southern California. He pursued a career in banking and finance that included stints with Security Pacific Bank and Bank of America and see GRIMM page 6

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Gunstock took it on the chin during winter that wasn’t

By Gail OBer

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GILFORD — After weathering what may be one of the worst winters for snow sports in recent history, Gunstock officials are optimistic about the upcoming summer season now that the summer adventure park is complete and ready to go.

“It was disastrous for the entire nation,” Gunstock Resort General Manager Greg Goddard told the Belknap County Delega-

tion, referring to the past winter during his scheduled update Monday night. “We came out battered but we’re ready to go.”

Goddard said yesterday visits to Gunstock during the past ski season hit a 20-year low with the state averaging a 20-percent loss in the number of visitors and a reduction in revenue of about 21-percent from a projected $9.8-million to an actual $7.8-million. He said some N.H. ski resorts reported a drop in visitors of nearly

40-percent.

He said it was the first operating loss realized by Gunstock since 2007 and it completely exhausted the $750,000 held in the operating reserves and $100,000 of the $200,000 held in capital reserves.

Dubbed by Goddard as the “winter that wasn’t,” he and the Gunstock Commissioners told the county delegation that daily lift ticket sales were down by 33-percent or see GUnsTOCK page 10

Edible Shakespeare garden coming to Laconia High

Light the way

By rOGer aMsden FOR THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

A crew from Albrite Signs was busy changing bulbs in the iconoclastic Weirs Beach sign on Tuesday in Laconia in preparation for the summer tourist season. In the background is the charred remains of the Wide Open Saloon, which has been a sore point with many Weirs business owners. The building was badly damaged by fire in September of 2010 but the city’s effort to have ensure that it is razed has been tied up in court by owner Bandi Baldi. (Adam Drapcho/for The Laconia Daily Sun)

LACONIA — A series of small entryway gardens featuring edible plants will be created at Laconia High School over the next few months as part of a community-based education project.

The gardens will feature peppers and tomatoes and there will be a special Shakespeare garden where herbs such as thyme, rosemary and parsley which are mentioned in Shakespeare’s plays will be grown.

The community garden project is being coordinated

by Katie Burnham, an Americorps VISTA volunteer who is working at the Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center on White Oaks Road.

Burnham says she is working with the Belknap County Conservation Dissee LHs page 10

Former Belmont Middle School principal is new superintendent in Alton ALTON — The School Board announced Tuesday that William Lander will begin work as the new superintendent of schools on July 1. A resident of Ossipee, he is currently superintendent of the Freemont School District, east of Manchester.

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Legion of Christ admits famous priest fathered child

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Legion of Christ religious order, still reeling from revelations that its late founder was a pedophile, admitted Wednesday that it knew that its most famous priest had fathered a child years ago yet didn’t remove him from teaching morality to seminarians or speaking publicly about ethics.

In a statement, the Legion said it was sorry it hadn’t acted “earlier and more firmly” to remove the Rev. Thomas Williams from his very public ministry as a spokesman, author and high-profile television personality. It said it took responsibility for the lapse, but didn’t admit when Williams’ superiors knew of the existence of his child.

Williams, an American moral theologian and former superior of the Legion’s Rome general office, admitted Tuesday he had had a relationship with a woman and had fathered a child “a number of years ago.”

He didn’t identify the woman or say whether he is supporting the child, though the Legion see PRIEST page 11

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Subdued JPMorgan CEO apologizes to stockholders for $2B loss TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The CEO of JPMorgan Chase offered a quick but blunt apology to shareholders Tuesday for a $2 billion trading loss that “should never have happened” and survived a push to strip him of the title of chairman of the board.

CEO Jamie Dimon, who in recent years has given expansive answers to questions about the bank’s handling of foreclosures and loan modifications, was unusually subdued at the JPMorgan annual meeting.

He spent four minutes talking about

the trading loss and steps the company has taken to address it, and just two more talking about accomplishments of the company over the past year.

The loss, disclosed Thursday, rattled investor confidence in the largest bank in the United States and in the ability of Wall Street to fight regulatory changes more than three years after the financial crisis.

It also added some theatrics to the JPMorgan annual meeting, traditionally a staid affair. Reporters swarmed, police

with guns stood guard on the roof, and protesters threw eggs at a poster with Dimon’s picture on it.

Of the trade, an ill-timed bet on socalled credit derivatives, Dimon said: “This should never have happened. I can’t justify it. Unfortunately, these mistakes are selfinflicted.”

Speaking with reporters later, he added: “The buck always stops with me.”

Dimon won a non-binding shareholder see JPMORGAN page 13

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A teenage driver in Connecticut is under arrest after authorities said the distraction of a handheld cellphone caused her to fatally hit a 44-year-old jogger. The victim’s father blames his death on “stupidity.”

The death of Kenneth Dorsey in Norwalk and the subsequent criminal charges against the 16-year-old driver come as other states are considering measures to

force both teenagers and adults to disconnect from cellphones and other electronic devices before getting behind the wheel.

Dorsey, an avid runner, was on a morning jog and training for a marathon on March 24 when he was fatally struck by the SUV the girl was driving, according to his father, Leo Dorsey.

The New Canaan girl, whom police are not naming because of her age, was

charged Saturday with negligent homicide with a motor vehicle, using a handheld telephone under age 18 while driving and failure to drive in the proper lane. Police declined to say exactly what she was doing on the phone, only that they found evidence she was using the keypad before Kenneth Dorsey was hit on a busy street.

“There’s no reason to use a phone while see TEXTING page 10

PORT ST. JOHN, Fla. (AP) — A Florida mother who fatally shot her four children before killing herself Tuesday called three of the kids who had sought help from a neighbor back to the house before firing

the fatal shots, authorities said.

Tonya Thomas, 33, fatally shot her four children, who ranged in age from 12 to 17, said Lt. Tod Goodyear, a spokesman for the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.

Three of the children had gone to a neighbor’s front door before dawn to say their mother had shot them. The mother then called the children back to the house see MOTHER page 12

Conn. teen charged with negligent homicide after police find evidence she was texting when she hit & killed jogger

Florida mom murders her four children & then turns gun on herself

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N.H. House tacks abortion N.H. colleges commit to doubling high-tech grads limit already rejected by Senate onto unrelated bill CONCORD (AP) — New Hampshire’s community colleges and four-year campuses are working together to turn out more high-tech graduates, promising to double the number in the next 13 years.

Last year, the four University System of New Hampshire schools and the 11 community colleges awarded about 8,200 degrees and certificates, including 1,100 degrees in science, technology, engineering or math. Under an agreement signed Tuesday, the latter number would increase by 50 percent by 2020 and double by 2025.

“For all practical purposes, we are the pipeline for New Hampshire’s future. The NH economy is

starting to rebound and we are adding jobs, but employers are telling us, ‘We need more skilled individuals,’” said Ed MacKay, chancellor of the University System of New Hampshire.

The state will not be able to compete effectively in the global economy or provide economic opportunities for its residents if it doesn’t develop a workforce prepared for jobs in computer technology, advanced manufacturing and other industries, he said.

“A high percentage of the current skilled workforce is the result of migration into the state, and that pattern has reversed,” he said. “New Hampsee COLLEGES page 10

CONCORD (AP) — New Hampshire’s House once again has voted to require pregnant women to wait 24 hours for an abortion by adding the requirement Tuesday to a Senate bill on a research-and-development tax credit for business.

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Unemployment rate in N.H. drops to 5% CONCORD(AP) — New Hampshire’s unemployment rate in April dropped to 5 percent — the state’s lowest level since December 2008.

The April 2011 rate was 5.4 percent. The unemployment rate in December 2008 was 4.8 percent.

Gov. John Lynch hailed the rate as good news for the state’s economy, but cautioned that 37,000 residents are still looking for work.

The national unemployment rate for April was 8.1 percent — down a fraction of a percentage point from the previous month and the rate a year ago.

Lynch said that more than 6,800 New Hampshire residents found jobs in the past year.

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Jim Hightower

Drunk on greed in Nebraska Big brewers like Anheuser-Busch frequently admonish us imbibers of their grain products to “drink responsibly.” Well, I say back to them: Lobby responsibly.

In particular, I point to a disgusting binge of besotted lobbying by Anheuser-Busch (now owned by the Belgian beer conglomerate InBev) and other beer barons this year in the Nebraska legislature. At issue was the “town” of Whiteclay, smack dab on the Nebraska-South Dakota border. I put “town” in quotes because only 10 people live there — but it is home to four beer stores.

Why? Because right across the state line is the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation of the Oglala Sioux tribe, which has a devastating problem of alcohol addiction among its 20,000 members, combined with intractable and dispiriting poverty.

Whiteclay exists solely so booze peddlers can profit from the Oglala tribe’s addiction miseries. They sell more than 4-million cans of beer a year to Pine Ridge residents!

This includes literally making a killing by peddling high-alcohol malt liquors, such as Busch’s aptly named “Hurricane High.” So much for “Drink responsibly.”

A fourth of the children on the reservation are born with fetal alcohol birth defects. Life expectancy of tribal members is less than 50 years. And more than 90-percent of the violent crime on the reservation is attributed to drunkenness.

On Pine Ridge itself, the tribe bans the sale and consumption of alcohol — the Whiteclay stores, positioned only a short walk away, are the source of the addictive drug and its consequences.

Responding to this grotesque exploitation of an epidemic illness, Republican state Sen. LeRoy Louden introduced LB-829 this year, a modest bill to designate Whiteclay as an “alcohol impact zone.” Used successfully in Tennessee, Washington state and elsewhere, these zones allow authorities to take such steps as limiting store hours and high-alcohol beers.

Of course, Busch and its other beer buddies lobbied responsibly by backing the bill, right?

Ha! Like gators on a poodle, their lobbyists leapt on the legislature, calling in chits from key lawmakers (who’d taken thousands of dollars in campaign cash from the industry)

to kill the bill.

Tyson Larson, one of the senators inebriated with beer money, sputtered his opposition to LB 829 with this stunningly obtuse declaration: “We’re not here to protect people from themselves.” Surely that was beer talking.

Then there’s Russ Karpisek, chair of the Senate committee handling the bill. He tried to rationalize his opposition by pitting Pine Ridge citizens against Nebraskans whom he said were worried that if Whiteclay were restricted, the beermongers might simply move the problem 40 miles or so down the road. Even he had to admit that this was, at best, a flimsy excuse for doing nothing. When some asked Karpisek, “Well, if you had a crack house across the street, wouldn’t you want to do something about it, even if it might pop up somewhere else the next day?” The chairman frankly conceded, “I didn’t have a good answer for that.”

But who needs logical answers when Anheuser-Busch alone has put $4,000 in your political pocket? Karpisek dutifully refused even to let the bill out of his committee for a vote.

Nebraska legislators did, however, approve one piece of liquor reform legislation before adjourning on April 18. They voted to lift the statewide prohibition against Sunday morning alcohol sales. Just what the Oglala tribe needs — a few more hours of wide-open beer sales in Whiteclay.

The tribal council, fed up with the disrespect and lack of action from legislators, despite years of appeals and protests, has filed a landmark $500-million federal lawsuit against Anheuser-Busch, three other big brewers and Whiteclay’s four beer stores.

Even a big monetary award, however, can’t scrub the shame off the corporations and pusillanimous legislators who have created and maintained this outrageous affront to human decency. There must certainly be an especially hot barstool in hell reserved for them.

(Jim Hightower has been called American’s most popular populist.

The radio commentator and former Texas Commissioner of Agriculture is author of seven books, including “There’s Nothing In the Middle of Road but Yellow Stripes and Dead Armadillos” and his new work, “Swim Against the Current: Even Dead Fish Can Go With The Flow”.)

Didn’t take long for E. Scott to violate the Aspiration Statement To the editor, Well it didn’t take long for someone to violate the “Community Aspiration Statement”. E, Scott Cracraft does a nice job of calling Niel Young (and his guests) liars who promote fear, hatred and racial enmity. In typical liberal fashion, Mr. Cracraft has absolutely no clue that he is

Mr. Young and his guests.

This very accusation from Mr. Cracraft is to the very heart of what the Aspiration Statement is designed to prevent. The community should welcome ALL views, not just the ones that Mr. Cracraft agrees with.

Terry Stewart

LETTERS I’m getting sick of all the Nazi comparisons; it can’t happen here To the editor, I just wanted to add some further information related to Leo Sandy’s book report on Nazi parenting. I have two points. Point one: my wife’s grandfather and grandmother both immigrated from Nazi Germany. Both had ridiculously overbearing parents from strict, disciplinarian families.

Her grandfather was forced to join the Nazi youth camps and soon found himself on the Russian front. Surely he committed and saw atrocities committed. He never talked about that. He was commissioned into being a Nazi officer, which was rare for the enlisted.

This however, gave him his chance to flee. My wife’s grandmother fled the Nazi regime and lived in the forests for a while and then was raised on a riverboat. Her parents were also overbearing. Together they met, fell in love and were married. Soon after they immigrated to America. He became an architect who built a few churches in Connecticut, she went into real estate and owns some nice properties to this day. They had two children, one of whom is the biggest pacifist I have ever known and heads a psychiatric ward. The other has relentlessly managed apartment buildings, which is no small feat to do well (which she does).

My point? These German children were raised in harsh times, certainly far from ideal conditions. To their credit they all had to become critical thinkers to survive and flourish here in the U.S., which they have done.

They all rejected and were offended

by Sandy’s column. (And by the way, hundreds of thousands of German citizens rejected Nazi objectives during the war, many unwillingly lost husbands, fathers and sons.)

My second point is I’m getting sick of the Nazi comparisons. The last month or so this paper has been riddled with letters from both sides; Comparing Obama to Nazis, comparing the right wing to Nazis, who was a dictator, who wasn’t, health care reform started in Bismarck, oh no!

Our government’s going to take over the world! Blah, blah, blah. To think that this country will ever be like Nazi Germany is a joke. When the U.S.A. decided to enter World War II, our military was ranked number 17 in the world. The little country of Romania was ahead of us. We were so shocked

by Japan’s attack on Pear Harbor that our citizens rose to the occasion and we produced one of the best fighting forces ever to walk this earth. If you think that the majority of our citizens would ever let a sociopath politician “trick” us into becoming the pure evil that the SS and Third Reich produced, then maybe you should seek professional help. We are still the good guys.

We have to be careful of the direction we’re headed, but I believe a powergrab of Nazi-Germany proportions is impossible here. We have the spirit of revolutionists in our blood.

Thomas Lemay Laconia

Write! Call! We need to keep the Franklin animal shelter open To the editor, I have just learned that the lease for out animal shelter is up June 1st and I’d like to have them keep it open.

Wendy Douglass has worked there for eight years and she’s heart sick over this. She loves those animals and gives them the best of care, and never puts them to sleep. She even checks up on them after they leave the shelter and takes them back if they need to be. I have a bad feeling that if there isn’t a shelter here, then there will be animals on the streets. There are a lot

of poor people who can’t afford pets and the seniors won’t be able to get to Concord of Penacook, yet they cannot take care of them anymore.

Please renew the lease and let Wendy keep being their guardian angel. There are enough cut backs and lost jobs already! Why are we now punishing the poor animals? Write letters! Make phone calls or talk to people! Save our animal shelter!

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THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Wednesday, May 16, 2012 — Page 5

LETTERS E. Scott doesn’t seem to have much tolerance for Doug Lamabert To the editor, As Ronald Reagan said: there you go again, E. Scott. A loyal listener called during my program and asked if I know who you are. Had no idea why; that is until I was travelling to Concord and Betty asked if I had read your letter.

Don’t read your stuff, so my wife did get my attention with your written words.

I respect your right to be critical of me and my lifestyle (behavior), but be accurate. First, I do NOT judge a person by the color of his skin. Assuming that you have a heart and mind — not sure about the mind — is what is important to me. I mentioned to Carol Pierce that, being made aware of how the Human Relations Committee was founded and why — thanks to former Police Chief

Bill Baker — I would not support the muzzling of any American. Until then I had no idea we had so many racial problems, and we didn’t; it was about lifestyles. They can call their groups anything they want, E. Scott, mine is the FIRST AMENDMENT. Speaking of acceptance and tolerance, I spoke with Doug Lambert and asked; hasn’t E. Scott attacked you in print several times? Why was that, E. Scott? You know what the bumper sticker says about mean people.

Should I or you, E. Scott, be forced to associate with people behaving badly?

Should you and I be forced to dance around the “peace pole” together?

Niel Young Laconia

Time to start support needed to return Shea-Porter to Congress To the editor, I’ve been to a Carol Shea-Porter campaign organizing meeting, and picked up materials, but most of all renewed my caring that good people be elected to represent us in D.C. As are my town Sanbornton and our neighboring town Tilton, Campton just north of Plymouth is newly a Congressional District One town. People who supported Paul Hodes, then Annie Kuster in these towns, now need to acquaint themselves with former Rep. Carol Shea-Porter, bumped out in 2010 by money-laden Frank Giunta. Giunta, according to National Journal, is the 31st most conservative U. S. Representative, “even more conservative than Michelle Bachmann.”

Time to start the support teams we’ll need to return Carol Shea-Porter to

Congress, representing Congressional District One. I didn’t know until reading in my organizing packet that Carol Shea-Porter is a direct descendent of General John Stark, who in 1809 at the age of 81, advised, “Live free or die.” She reveals that in a paragraph that begins (as she contrasts herself with Giunta): “Our government and our businesses must be vigilant, but not bullying. Alert, but not fearful. Careful, but not liberty trampling.” Carol’s heart is in a good place. We need to identify as her supporters. If you have some time to work locally, some energy to put to good use, join Carol Shea-Porter’s campaign at: www.sheaporter.com or call 531-9653 in Rochester.

Lynn Rudmin Chong Sanbornton

I know Joshua Youssef well and he will fight for N.H. families To the editor, I don’t often submit letter’s for the endorsement of candidates running for office, but felt inclined to do so for Joshua Youssef of Laconia, for the N.H. State Senate, District 7.

I’ve come to know Joshua quite well in his fight for the the families of N.H. He is genuinely a man for the people. A man the people of N.H. can trust, not just in the fight for families, but also a businessman, who

is very well aware of N.H.’s economy and would like the chance to make our state a better place for us all.

He is very well liked and a man who keep’s his word. He would make a great addition to the N.H. State Senate.

Please consider Joshua in the upcoming election. We need more people like him working for the People of N.H.!

Dorothy Knightly Nashua

Thanks for electing me to another term on Sanbornton BudCom To the editor, I wish to thank all those who voted for me to be on the Town of Sanbornton Budget Committee, I will do my best to serve you the taxpayers.

In the 12 years I have served I have seen vast improvements in the operation of our town, today most anything you want to know you can find out on the town of Sanbornton website. I encourage you to review the minutes of the Selctboard and

the minutes of the Budget Committee and when you have question or criticism of decision it is your duty to ask why by attending a meeting or an e-mail. I welcome your questions and hope we can run an efficient town. After all, this town can be considered a $4,000,000 business and you the citizens of this town are the shareholders Earl L. Leighton, Jr. Sanbornton

Joshua Youssef will work to restrict harmful government intrusion To the editor, I am writing to endorse Joshua Youssef’s candidacy for State Senate.

Joshua is a life-long resident of Laconia, a business owner, and a remarkable advocate for reform in state courts. Like many others, he has seen how average, hard-working citizens’ lives have been harmed by state offi-

will work to restore the rights to run a business, raise a family, and maintain a good life without harmful government intrusion.

As a former financial services branch manager, business owner and father, I cannot recommend him strongly enough.

David D. Vandenberg, Ph.D., M.F.A.

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Sentencing of Durgin delayed by motion to set aside verdict & hold new trial

By Gail OBer

LACONIA — The city man recently convicted of negligent homicide and second degree assault in the beating death of one of his house guests has asked Belknap County Superior Court to set aside the jury’s verdict and conduct a new trial.

Attorneys for Jason Durgin requested the verdict be set aside largely because they said the court or judge — in effect sitting as a “thirteenth juror” — gave too much weight to the testimony of the only eyewitness to the assault — house guest Tracy Hebert.

“Ms. Hebert’s testimony was contradicted by numerous other witnesses,” wrote Atty. Wade Harwood in his motion.

A jury found Durgin guilty of negligent homicide but not guilty of manslaughter, choosing instead to find him guilty of the lesser included charge of second-degree assault. The jury found him not guilty of one count each of false imprisonment, witness tampering and simple assault for actions Hebert said he committed in an effort to stop her from speaking with police.

Harwood’s motion cites examples of her not remembering two police officers coming to the South Main Street mobile home, one of whom testified he spoke at length with Hebert the night she said she witnessed Durgin punch then kick Leo LaPierre in the head.

A third witness, Gary Fields, who was another person staying in the trailer with Durgin, Hebert and LaPierre testified he was in a different room and only heard noises from the kitchen. He said he helped LaPierre from the kitchen to the front steps and noticed no bleeding or signs of assault.

Contrary to Hebert’s testimony, Fields said he did not hear her tell Durgin to stop (hurting LaPierre).

Harwood’s motion also pointed out that Hebert testified she was consum-

ing large amounts of alcohol and nonprescribed drugs both on the night of the assault and in the time leading up to it and had lied twice during the investigation — once to the Laconia Police Department dispatcher who fielded her phone call and when she gave oral and written statements to Det. Robert Cameron during his initial interview of her.

Harwood also said Hebert has prior convictions for felony-level forgery.

Harwood also said the testimony of the medical examiner said LaPierre had two gashes to his head that required stitches but police found none of LaPierre’s blood in the kitchen area of the mobile home.

The state stipulated that there was none of LaPierre’s blood found on Durgin’s boots or clothing.

In his argument to dismiss the motion to set aside the verdict, N.H. Asst A.G. Benjamin Agati said the “very fact that the jury found the defendant guilty of both negligent homicide and second degree assault shows that (Durgin’s) continued characterization of (Hebert’s) testimony and credibility was and continues to be accurate.”

Agati also wrote that the physical evidence corroborates Hebert’s story and the medical examiner testified that LaPierre’s injuries were “blunt impact injuries” two of which came from “direct infliction of force such as a punch or a kick and not a fall to a hard surface…”

In his points of law, Agati said the matter is not an exceptional case and the record reflects the jury’s verdict is “in keeping with the weight of the evidence presented and is in no way a miscarriage of justice.”

Oral arguments regarding the motion to set aside the verdict and the motion to dismiss the motion to set aside are scheduled for the end of May. Durgin had been scheduled for sentencing this week.

LACONIA — A charge of felony indecent exposure and lewdness against a Belmont man who was allegedly masturbating in his car while at Leslie Robert’s Town Beach had been reduced to a Class A misdemeanor.

Prosecutors said Monday the charge would be reduced because the paperwork surrounding Merrill Fitts alleged conviction for the same charge in 1992

could not be produced. The complaint was amended yesterday morning.

Belmont Police alleged Fitts, 63, knowingly exposed his genitals on March 23 under circumstances he should have known would cause affront or alarm. Police allege Fitts was naked during his alleged afternoon bout of auto-eroticism.

— Gail Beane

GRIMM from page one a spell managing a trading desk on Wall Street, A decade ago Grimm returned to New Hampshire, making his home in Franklin and at once turned his energy to the community. He served two terms on the Franklin School Board. In 2003, the state approved the Franklin Career Academy, which opened in 2005 only to close in 2008.

A tireless champion of the project, Grimm regularly found himself at odds with state officials, who he claimed reneged on assurances to

support charter schools. Meanwhile, his interest in education earned him a seat on the Board of Trustees of the New Hampshire Community College System, where he chaired the strategic planning committee.

Grimm also served on the Board of Trustees of Franklin Regional Hospital and, following its merger with LRGHeathcare, joined the board of LRGHealthcare.

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Attracting firms and people to increase the number and quality of jobs, Grimm described as a high priority. Not surprisingly, public education and quality health are are high on his agenda. Undaunted, he insisted that “charter schools can set examples for our school districts,” While New Hampshire enjoys high quality health care, he said “we have to make it cheaper by operating more efficiently.” In particular, as the father of a veteran who served four tours in Iraq, Grimm said that “we must to everything we can to take care of the men and women who have returned, especially the severely injured.”

A supporter of John McCain in the past, Grimm backed Jon Huntsman in the GOP Primary this year. “I’m fiscally quite conservative,” he said, “and willing to listen throughout the rest of the spectrum.”

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GILFORD — With the first full draft of the School District’s long range strategic plan firmly in hand, administrators says they are not only thrilled with the level of community participation but hope to encourage even more people to attend one of the workshops scheduled for Wednesday.

According to Superintendent Kent Hemingway, the plan addresses four key areas to public education through the Common Core State Standards Initiative and priority one is the individual education of each and every student who attends the community’s three schools.

“We applaud this direction,” said Hemingway yesterday, noting that as of 2014 the federal No Child Left Behind Act will expire and that New Hampshire has adopted through the Smarter Balanced Consortium a new set of assessments to meet the new and still developing federal standards.

Common Core Assessments “are a better indicator of student growth” and “better meet the needs” of the individual students,” Hemingway said.

The standardized tests or NECAPs (the New England Common Assessment Program) was the measurement used to gauge a school’s progress under the No Child Left Behind law passed in the George W. Bush administration.

Hemingway said the NECAPs provided some key information about how a school district and individual schools within each district were performing as a whole but the tests compared different groups of students to

each other, (for example, one fourth grade class was tested one year and the next fourth grade class was tested the next year) and said the NECAPs were less instructive about how individual students were doing.

The target for student learning is to develop a plan “to address personalized learning opportunities for students,” said Hemingway.

In his introduction to the first draft Hemingway said, “the ways we interact, learn, communicate and grow have been significantly impacted by advances in technology… We must evolve our approach to public education utilizing all available resources and the explosion of information that is changing our methods of learning.”

So far, Hemingway said 43 people, who represent a broad cross-section of Gilford residents, signed up to working on the long-range strategic plan.

Hemingway said the other goals of the long range committee are incorporating families and community more completely into the school experience, maintaining safe and efficient facilities, and effectively managing existing and future school resources.

Wednesday is reserved for a series of public information sessions and Hemingway asks that anyone who has any questions or comments about the proposed strategic plan should contact his office at 527-9215, email him at Khemingway@gilford.k12.nh.us or go to the Website www.sau73.org for more information.

The entire first draft of the strategic plan can be viewed at the school district’s website.

LACONIA — Laconia Kiwanis Club is organizing a bicycle rodeo for Saturday, a yearly event which gives kids the chance to get a helmet, get their bike tuned up and receive a training session administered by city police.

This year’s rodeo will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot for the Opechee Park park house. Kiwanian Steve Gorse said the cost of participating is a $5 donation, for which participants will receive a bicycle helmet. They’ll also be able to test their skills by traversing a cone track, set up by Laconia police, who will also offer lessons on the basic rules of the road.

Between 50 and 60 children attend the yearly events, reported Gorse.

While most will be from Laconia, he said children from neighboring communities are welcome to attend.

“The purpose of the Kiwanis Club is to serve the children,” said Gorse. “It’s about kids.”

Gorse was “very happy” to report that a mechanic from MC Cycle & Sport would again be on hand to give kids a free safety inspection.

Miles Chase, owner of the bicycle shop, said he’s been an eager participant in the event for as long as he’s had his shop on Canal Street. “Anything involving bicycles in the community, we want to be a part of it.

Keeping the kids safe, making their bikes enjoyable to ride, keeping them out there, safe and happy.”

HOUSE from page 3 is common at this time of year, but generally the chambers don’t resurrect social issues that have been killed. The Senate can reject the bill outright, pass it to the governor or ask the House to negotiate a compromise.

Rep. Robert Foose, D-New London, argued against trying to see if the Senate would reconsider a position it had rejected.

“Now we are taking a good piece of financial legislation and hijacking it

and turning it into a fight between the House and Senate,” he said.

Foose said the abortion provision would probably mean the Senate would kill the bill.

But House Finance Chairman Kenneth Weyler of Kingston urged the House to support a position on abortion it has strongly supported.

“Let’s be consistent. Let’s pass this (bill) to show the Senate we are serious about the women’s right-to-know act,” he said of the 24-hour wait provision.

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LACONIA — History is hardly a thing of the past at the Middle School.

Thanks to prodding by Social Studies Teacher Carleen Steckert, the school has been well-represented in recent years at the statewide National History Day event, held this year on March 31 at Plymouth State University. Laconia students scored one first place and two second-place finishes, earning students the chance to represent New Hampshire at the national celebration of National History Day, held at the University of Maryland June 11 Laconia eighth graders Isabella and Giuliana Kevlin and Kayla Phelps will travel to the University of through 14.

Maryland in June to represent New Hampshire at the National History Day competition. They’re shown “History, if kids will here with social studies teacher Carleen Steckert. (Laconia Daily Sun photo/Adam Drapcho) give it a chance, it’s very interesting. It’s stories of people,” said Steckert. women helped staff the factories that built bombers Three students who have given the discipline a and tanks. chance, and have been bitten by the history bug, are Isabella, working with classmates Maddie Schumeighth graders Kayla Phelps and twin sisters Isaacher and Taylor Sullivan, won second place in the bella and Giuliana Kevlin, who are busily revising middle school group exhibit for “Illuminating the their projects to compete against the students from Shadows,” an interactive display featuring the around the country. invention of the light bulb. “The light bulb is such Guilana’s project won first place at Plymouth a simple invention that we use without thinking State in the individual, middle school category. She twice,” she said. However, she learned that the device chose to build a display of information about the changed the way many people lived their lives. One movement that won the right to vote for American such example, using light bulbs in chicken coops women. She picked that topic because she had preproduces more eggs — it seems the hens don’t like viously learned a little about women’s suffrage, but, to lay in the dark. “We thought the light bulb was “The subject was very vague to me. I wanted to learn a good invention, but it had some negative effects,” more about it.” she said, such as light pollution and the environIn her research, which included personal letters mental effect of the power generation necessary to penned by activists such as Alice Paul, Giuliana was meet humanity’s growing appetite for electricity. taken back by the hardships they endured and the “Illuminating the Shadows” was selected by a difficulty of the task they faced. “It interested me, representative of the Smithsonian to be one of the all the setbacks they had, yet they kept on fighting.” displays featured at that museum during the event.

The passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. ConPhelps’s display on child labor laws earned her a stitution secured the women’s vote in 1920. Giuliana second-place finish in the individual category. Like credits that movement with the ushering in of a new Giuliana, it was a topic that she had previously been era of women’s independence, which proved critical introduced to and took the opportunity to delve fursee next page to the country’s war effort two decades later when

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LHS from page one trict on the project which will produce ‘’an edible, visible garden’’ and serve as a living laboratory which will remind students of the importance of healthy, locally-grown food.

She told members of the School Board last night that she will work with local members of the Master Gardeners group on the plantings, which will require that some of the more compacted soil be loosened and loam added. She said that some of the yew trees currently growing at the school will need to be removed in order to make room for the gardens.

Burnham said that the project will receive some funding from the Belknap County Conservation District and that the New Hampshire Food Bank will contribute tomato and pepper plants. ‘’This could have an important impact on the students and provide opportunities for them to work on community service projects,’’ said Burnham.

She said that there also plans for a fall garden of edible plants which would be coordinated by her successor at Prescott Farm after she completes her one-year stint there in August.

In other action the school board formally endorsed a general fund line item school budget of $30,203,196 for the 2012-13 school year at its meeting Tuesday night. The budget shows a $710,000 increase in spending which Superintendent of Schools Bob

Champlin said is $260,000 less than the limit imposed by the city’s property tax cap.

The total budget of $34,815,078 includes food service funds of $1,197,473 and $3,414,409 for projects which are federally-funded.

Champlin said that the major contributor to the budget increase is a $400,000 increase in employee health insurance costs, which is being brought about by a 7.7-percent increase in rates.

Other increased costs in the proposed budget include $150,000 for a capital reserve fund, $110,684 for the first year payment on the Huot Regional Technical Education Center renovation and expansion bond issue, $30,000 for transportation costs and $20,000 for a coordinator for the Wellness Academy which the district is required to establish as a result of having obtained a $6.5-million interest free federal loan for the Huot project and high school renovations and additions.

He said that for the third straight year, the budget that was submitted to City Council contains no cost of living or step increases for teachers and it also includes no increase in the number of full-time employees.

During his budget presentation to the City Council last month Champlin said that the School District made substantial cuts last year as 19 positions were eliminated either through retirement, or resignations while only two were added and that the

COLLEGES from page 3 shire’s historical reliance on in-migration is not sustainable. We must prepare our own science and technology workforce.”

Part of the collaboration involves a new “reverse transfer” initiative to help students in the university system go back and finish the community college degrees they may have dropped when they transferred, as well as expanding efforts to make sure community college curricula line up with fouryear degree programs.

College officials also will work with the state Department of Education on ways to boost interest in science and technology among middle and high school students, said Ross Gittell, chancellor of the Community College System of New Hampshire. And officials will build on existing programs — such as the FIRST Robotics competition — and others that

bring together students and business leaders.

“We can’t stand on our own,” Gittell said. “This is very much doing it the New Hampshire way, through partnerships, through collaborations, through close engagement with industry.”

Susan Huard, president of Manchester Community College, said about 20 percent of her students are enrolled in science, technology, engineering or math programs, including some who were initially pursuing liberal arts degrees but get hooked by classes such as “Welding for Artists.” While the individual schools already are working hard to promote high-tech, the new collaboration will create a more clearly marked “highway” for students, she said.

“They’ll be able to see, ‘If I start here, I can finish there,’” she said. “They’ll know how to get from one place to another.”

TEXTING from page 2 you’re driving a car,” Leo Dorsey told The Associated Press on Tuesday. “There is nothing out there that important. I totally, totally have to believe that these phones can be made to shut off if they’re moving. I’m pushing for phones that don’t work when they’re moving.”

It could not immediately be determined who was representing the girl.

The accident is prompting new calls for people to put down their phones and other electronic devices while driving, from police officials to victims’ relatives to readers posting online responses to the Norwalk accident story.

“We tried to convey just how this incident illustrates how dangerous it is to be distracted while driving a 3,500-pound vehicle 35 to 40 mph,” Norwalk Police Chief Harry Rilling said. “You need to focus all your attention on what you’re doing. It only takes a second to swerve a few feet. Everybody should look at this and learn from it.”

Connecticut is among 31 states and Washington, D.C., that ban all cellphone use by novice drivers, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. Thirty-eight states ban texting while driving, with Ohio poised to become the 39th after a proposed ban that Gov. John Kasich has promised to sign received final legislative approval Tuesday.

Under Ohio’s ban, texting while driving would be a primary offense for teen drivers, meaning they could

be pulled over just for texting behind the wheel.

Nearly 5,500 people across the country were killed in crashes involving driver distraction in 2009 and another 448,000 people were injured, according to the latest figures analyzed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Sixteen percent of all fatal accidents that year involved reports of distracted driving, and teen drivers were more likely than those in other age groups to be involved in a fatal crash where distraction is reported, the agency says.

The girl accused of killing Kenneth Dorsey could face up to six months in jail on the negligent homicide charge if convicted, Rilling said. The charge of using a cellphone under age 18 while driving carries a 30-day license suspension and $175 in license restoration and court fees for a first offense, according to the state DMV. Dorsey worked for more than 22 years at OEM Controls Inc. in Shelton and was also an event chef for a Greenwich-based catering company.

Leo Dorsey, a 67-year-old retired credit union manager, said he hopes the girl receives a severe penalty, but there’s something more important than the outcome of her case.

“I want her not to forget what she did through stupidity,” he said. “I just don’t want to see Kenneth forgotten. I hope that her punishment is that she doesn’t forget. And maybe she passes that on to her friends and down the road to her own family.”

number of full-time employees in the school district has dropped from 380 to 355.

He said that despite the reductions, the average class size in city schools remains close to the state average, 18.6 for the city compared to 18.7 for the state at the elementary level and 20.2 for the city and 19.9 for the state at the middle school level.

Champlin said that a new health insurance plan which teachers agreed to last year as part of a twoyear collective bargaining agreement has brought down health insurance costs. He said that the family plan, which cost $24,558 in the 2010-11 budget dropped to $19,764 this year. It is pegged at $21,286 in the proposed 2012-13 budget and $20,222 in the 2013-14 budget.

GUNSTOCK from page one $1.3-million; that equipment rentals were down by 29-percent or $220,000; and food and beverage commissions were down by 28-percent or $88,000.

Goddard said the season was not without some bright spots noting that advanced season ticket sales for next ski season are already above record levels; the Children’s Center was off by only 10-percent; and the resort made $87,000 in income from cross country ticket sales on man-made snow.

Goddard said the upcoming year will be one of necessary expenditures only in the hopes that a productive summer season coupled with the anticipated return of Old Man winter next season will refilled the resort’s depleted coffers.

He said all necessary maintenance, especially where it involves safety, will be completed on schedule. As an example, he said the entire “guts” or mechanical gear structure of the Pistol Area chair lift will be rebuilt.

As an example of something that likely won’t be done, Goddard said the long-range fixed capital plan calls for one of the older trail grooming tractors to be replaced this year but the commission has chosen to make it last an additional year.

“We’ll get another year out of it but it will put us behind on our capital plan,” Goddard said.

What Goddard and the commission really want to do is forget the winter of 2011-12 ever happened and move on to the Summer Adventure Park that is open for business beginning Friday.

The summer park features one of the longest Zip Tour lines in the world, a multi-level Aerial Tree Top Adventure Tour and an award-winning Segway Tour.

Last summer 1,100 people enjoyed the Segway Tour — earning it Segway’s CEO’s Choice for Best Tour Award.

Eight thousand-eight hundred people went on the TreeTop Adventure Tour, while 9,000 people took the summit chair lift ride to the top of Gunstock Mountain to take in the spectacular view of the lakes and White Mountains. At $10 per person, Goddard said the summit lift ride to the top of the mountain remains one of the best value choices for a family in the state.

Gunstock reopens Friday through Sunday for the spring season and will open daily beginning annual Motorcycle Week on June 8. from preceding page ther in. “I wanted to learn more about it, the thought that someone would hire two children for the price of an adult. You can’t put a price on a child.”

As part of her research, Phelps interviewed her neighbor, Phyllis Veazey, who had worked as an agricultural laborer as a child, work for which she was paid 10 cents per hour.

She was surprised to learn that the laws passed on child labor had only affected American children and that children in other parts of the world still find themselves forced into the working life at a very young age.

Students weren’t the only ones from Laconia Middle School who came away from Plymouth State University with an honor. Steckert was awarded “National History Day Teacher of the Year” for New Hampshire middle schools. She has inspired dozens of Laconia students over the past six years to take on the National History Day challenge. “It’s amaz-

Some Muskrats still need home away from home LACONIA — With little more three weeks until the Laconia Muskrats open their third season at Robbie Mills Field, general manager Noah Crane is seeking homes for more than a dozen ballplayers.

“We ‘re short of host families,” Crane said yesterday. “None of the families that have provided homes for our ballplayers wanted to decline this year,” he explained, “but, for some their circumstances changed and they don’t have room. The community has always stepped up and I’m sure it will again.”

Crane said that all that is expected of host families is “a spare bed, access to laundry and occasional meals, especially breakfast and that can be a bowl of cereal, not bacon and eggs every morning,” In return, family members receive free admission to all games — home and away — discounts on Muskrats’ merchandise

and a seat at the host family dinner and other special events. “And they enjoy the company of a potential major league ballplayer for two months,” he said.

Anyone interested hosting a player for the season should contact Crane at 1-864-380-2873 or by e-mail at noah@laconiamuskrats.com. Crane said he would be pleased to answer any questions as well as introduce anyone to a host family. Alternatively an interview with a host family is being telecast on “On Deck with the Muskrats” aired by Lakes Region Public Television.

“Players will be reporting on the weekend of June 2nd and 3rd and we’ll play our first game in New Bedford on June 7,” Crane said. “We really want to have everyone settled as soon as possible.”

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PRIEST from page 2 said the child is being cared for.

Williams’ admission was issued after The Associated Press last week confronted the order with the allegation against Williams, which was lodged by a Spanish association of Legion victims. The association’s accusations, sent to the Legion and Vatican several weeks ago, also named other Legion priests accused of sexually abusing minors.

The Legion has been beset by scandal following revelations that its late founder, the Rev. Marciel Maciel, fathered three children with two women and sexually abused his seminarians. Maciel died in 2008, and in 2009 the Legion admitted to his crimes. The Maciel scandal has been particularly sensational given that the Mexican-born priest was held up by Pope John Paul II as a model for the faithful, with his priests admired for their orthodoxy and ability to bring in money and attract new seminarians.

ALTON from page one most rewarding because of his love of middle school children.

After receiving his CAGS degree from Plymouth State College, Lander began his career as a superintendent in 2001 when he accepted a position in SAU 64, serving Milton and Wakefield. During that time, he was involved in curriculum revision, budget development and collective bargaining, among many other duties. In 2009, he accepted his present position as superintendent for the Fremont School District. There, he has worked with the administration and teachers to develop grade level expectations for students in reading and mathematics based on the common core standards. In addition to the curriculum work, he has provided leadership in teacher evaluation based on effective instruction.

Lander has been an adjunct instructor at Plymouth State University since 2001. For the last three years, he has been the assistant women’s lacrosse coach at Kingswood High School. When not working or with his family, he enjoys the challenges of golf.

“I am looking forward to working with the Alton School Board, the administration, teachers and staff to move the Alton Central School forward! I find this to be a most exciting challenge and can’t wait to get started on July 1”, Mr. Lander enthusiastically stated upon receiving the position of superintendent in Alton.

“Mr. Lander will be a strong leader for the Alton School District. The board looks forward to working with him and the Alton Central School administration, faculty and staff to continue to provide the best educational opportunities for our students,” says Jeffrey St. Cyr, chairman of the Alton School Board.

The hiring of Lander concludes a three month long search process that began with a search committee comprised of community members, administrators, teachers, parents, and board members who recommended two finalists to the school board. The search included site visits, a daylong visit to the Alton School District and a community reception.

The position of Superintendent of Schools for the Alton School District will remain part-time, but the number of hours per week will be increased from 20 to 32 hours per week.

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“We are really proud of our kids,” said Jackie Drever, one of the team mentors. “Coming in where we did, we couldn’t be prouder of the kids.” To earn a berth at the world competition, the team had to first win the regional competition, held in Manchester.

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Deputies identified the children as Pebbles Johnson, 17; Jaxs Johnson, 15; Jazzlyn Johnson, 13; and Joel Johnson, 12.

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Saunders asked to increase the Conservation Commission budget by $200 to fund the water monitoring program on Paugus Bay. She said that volunteers collected water samples at 19 locations — 17 of them at the tributaries emptying into the bay and two at deep water sites — twice a month from April to October. The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, he noted, is considering setting a standard for levels of phosphorus, the major nutrient fostering the growth and spread of invasive species like milfoil, and the monitoring program will provide benchmark data for the bay.

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BOSTON (AP) — The Seattle Mariners’ visit to Boston was just two games. It probably felt much longer.

The Mariners were shut out by the Red Sox 5-0 on Tuesday. Seattle finished with just four hits as Boston starter Josh Beckett struck out a seasonhigh nine batters.

Seattle had a total of 12 hits in the in the short series and was outscored 11-1.

“We’ve got to do a better job of working it on down the line and trying to get the ball rolling from one hitter to the next and on down,” manager Eric Wedge said.

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“Give him credit. He did his job,” said Justin Smoak, who felt he was robbed of a home run in the second. “But we feel like we could have done a little better than what we did.”

Smoak hit a long shot to the right-field corner in the second, but it was ruled a foul ball. After a video review, it was still ruled foul, although Smoak felt from his view that it went over the pole, not to the right of it.

“I think it always makes a difference if you can jump out to a lead and then work from there,” Wedge said.

Instead, the game remained scoreless until David Ortiz led off the third with his eighth homer of the season, a shot that landed in the Boston bullpen.

The Mariners fell to 1-4 on a 10-game road trip and were shut out for the fifth time this season. Blake Beavan (1-4) went four innings, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks.

Ichiro Suzuki was the only Seattle player with more than one hit, singling twice.

Boston added two more runs in the fourth when Cody Ross walked with one out, Daniel Nava singled and Aviles hit an RBI double. Nava scored on Ryan Sweeney’s groundout.

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — New England Patriots receiver Wes Welker said Tuesday he has signed the $9.5 million tender offer that came along with being designated the team’s franchise player.

Welker made the announcement on Twitter. He said he loves the game and his teammates and “hopefully doing the right thing gets the right results.”

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Most of the shareholder ballots were cast in the weeks before Dimon revealed the trading loss. The pay package passed with 91 percent of the vote. The vote to strip him of the chairman’s title won only 40 percent support.

Dimon was confronted at the meeting by shareholders upset about the trading loss. To some questions, he offered a simple, “OK, thank you.”

The Rev. Seamus Finn, representing shareholders from the Catholic organization Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, said that investors had heard Dimon apologize before for the foreclosure crisis and other problems.

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OBITUARIES

Mark D. Hebert, Sr., 53 TILTON — Mark David Hebert, Sr., 53, of Tilton, N.H. passed away May, 2012.

Mark was born February 8, 1959 in Lawrence, Mass., the third child of Robert and Lucy (Fortier) Hebert. Welcoming him home were his twin brothers, Steven and Gregg. Later followed two sisters, Sherri and Melissa.

The family moved to the Lakes Region in 1965 and Mark attended school in Laconia, graduating from Laconia High School in 1977. He was employed at New Hampshire Ball Bearings for many years before moving to Derry, N.H. where he worked as a short order cook for several years. He moved back to the Lakes Region in 2000.

Mark enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping and hiking. He would take his son and nephews out hiking for long walks – known to all that knew him as “Mark’s Walks!” The boys would always come home exhausted with great stories of the day’s events.

Mark is survived by a son, Mark D. Hebert, Jr.

and three grandchildren, Dylan Rowson, Bradley Hebert and Amber Hebert all of Gilford, N.H.; his mother, Lucy Hebert, of Tilton, N.H.; brothers, Steven Hebert of Tilton, N.H. and Gregg Hebert of Belmont, N.H.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Sherri and Earl Leonard of Belmont, N.H. and Melissa and David Jenkins, of Laconia and several aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Hebert.

A Memorial calling hour will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 3:00-4:00PM in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-SimoneauPaquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. A Memorial Service will follow the calling hour at 4:00PM also at the Funeral Home.

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

Alice J. Albert, 96

GORHAM — Alice J. Albert, 96, died at the St. Francis Nursing Home in Laconia, NH on May 09, 2012. She was born on October 22, 1915 in Berlin, NH the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Therrien) Vaillancourt. Alice was a resident of Berlin and Gorham for 87 years until she moved to Laconia to be near her daughter Peg. She was married to George Albert for 63 years before his death in December of 2002. They had 2 daughters, 6 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren. Prior to her retirement from Converse Shoe Company in Berlin in 1977 she worked for many years in the retail clothing business in Berlin.

Survivors include her daughter Peg Murphy and husband Warren of Laconia and her daughter Muriel Albert of Washington state; five grandchildren Patrick

Murphy and his wife Kathleen and their children of Falls Church, VA, Christopher Murphy and his wife Rachel and their four children of Purchase, NY, Andrew Murphy of Manchester, NH, Karen Gifford and her two children of Washington state and Kathy Smith and her two children also of Washington state. Alice was predeceased by her granddaughter Jennifer Murphy in 1992.

There will be no calling hours. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held on Monday May 21, 2012 at 11 AM at Holy Family Cemetery in Gorham. Expressions of sympathy may be made to The Jennifer Murphy Memorial Fund, c/o the Vermont Community Foundation, PO Box 30, Middlebury, VT, 05753. Arrangements are in the care of the Bryant Funeral Home in Gorham.

On-line guestbook at www.bryantfuneralhome.net.

Happy Tails ‘Treat Off’ set for Saturday, May 19 LACONIA — Happy Tails Dog Park of the Lakes Region is inviting all New Hampshire dog treat makers to participate in the first annual “Happy Tails Treat Off” on Saturday, May 19, at the Lake Opechee Inn and Spa in Lakeport from 11a.m. to 1p.m.

This outdoor, pet-friendly day is a fundraising event that will offer dogs a chance to sample some of the best locally made canine treats from two amazing vendors, peruse the products and services of other vendors and check out a training demonstration from Doggonit. A $5 per person donation entry fee will get a ballot and doggie bag for take home treats. Dogs are welcome on leash.

In addition to the May event, Happy Tails is publishing a pet treat recipe book, titled “Tail Waggin’ Treats,” as a companion fundraising item. The book

will feature an article written by Dr. John Guest of the VCA Lakes Region and Laconia Animal Hospitals on common pet food allergies. Books will be available for pre-order at a suggested donation of $10 at the Happy Tails Treat Off event as well as at other fundraising events throughout the year.

All donations will benefit the future construction of Happy Tails Dog Park, where canines will be allowed to romp safely off-leash. The organization is also currently seeking to fill open seats on its fundraising committee.

Happy Tails Dog Park of the Lakes Region is a 501c3 non- profit group of pet parents who are raising funds and community support to build an offleash dog park in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. To learn more about Happy Tails Dog Park of the Lakes Region, visit www.happytailsdogparknh.org.

Plymouth energy initiative offers spray foam workshop PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Area Renewable Energy Initiative and Turn Cycle Solutions will be conducting a one hour information session on 2-part spray foam this afternoon from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Campton Congregational Church.

Quickly and easily, 2-part spray foam can be used to insulate large areas including entire basement foundations, crawl spaces, and attics. The one hour session will include information on Do-It-Yourself measures such as spot air sealing, a detailed discussion about larger 2-part spray foam projects with Turn Cycle Solutions to include costs and benefits, a brief hands-on use of the 2-part spray foam equip-

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Kenneth T. Sullivan, 89

MEREDITH — Kenneth Thomas Sullivan, 89, of Skyview Circle, died May 13, 2012, at Lakes Region General Hospital, in Laconia.

Born in Lewiston, ME. on July 31, 1922, he was the son of Harry L. and Annie (McGrath) Sullivan.

Kenneth grew up in Lewiston and graduated from Lewiston High School. He also was a graduate of the University of Maine, in Orano, ME, with a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering. He resided in Reading, MA for many years and summered in Meredith on Lake Waukewan since the early 1960’s. He has been a permanent resident of Meredith since 1988.

He worked as a licensed mechanical engineer for General Electric Corp. Plant, in Lynn, MA, for over forty years and after his retirement for five more years for General Electric International Corp.

Kenneth was a member of the General Electric ELFUN Society, the Waukewan Golf Club, in Center Harbor, served on the board of directors of the NH Humane Society and was a communicant of St. Charles Borromeo Church, in Meredith.

Kenneth was a member of the Boy Scouts in his early years and had earned his Eagle Scout badge.

He was a US Navy World War II veteran and had served in the Asiatic and Pacific Theatre Pacific.

Kenneth is survived by his wife of sixty-three years, Patricia M. (Weber) Sullivan of Meredith, son, Michael Jay Sullivan of Cambridge, MA, daughter, Pamela E. Sullivan and her husband Lee M. Richmond of Dunbarton, NH, a niece and a nephew.

Calling hours will be held in the Mayhew Funeral Home, Routes #3 and #104, Meredith, on Wednesday 6pm to 8pm. A graveside committal service will be held in the NH Veterans Cemetery, Route #3, Boscawen on Thursday at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the NH Humane Society, PO Box 572, Laconia, NH. 03246. The Meredith Bay Crematorium, located at Mayhew Funeral Home in Meredith, is in charge of the cremation. www.mayhewfuneralhomes.com

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Dorothy Zareas

BRIDGEWATER — A Graveside Service for Dorothy Zareas will be held on Monday, May 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, N.H. Mrs. Zareas died on January 16, 2012 in St. Petersburg, Florida. She was the widow of Lt. Col. John P. Zareas who died in 2011.

Mrs. Zareas was born January 2, 1931 in Roxbury, Mass., the daughter of Paul Raymond and Margaruite (DeMuth) Peicott. She and her husband were innkeepers at the Wagon Wheel Inn on Newfound Lake in Bridgewater, N.H. for many years.

Survivors include two sons, Peter Zareas of St. Petersburg, Florida and Paul Zareas of Tampa, Florida and Bridgewater, N.H.; two daughters, Arlean O’Keefe of Hillsboro Beach, Florida and Bridgewater, N.H. and Hampton, N.H. and Patricia Hough of Lakeport, N.H.; four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

For those who wish, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Suncoast Hospice, Silver Team, 5771 Roosevelt Ave, Clearwater, FL 33760.

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Janet A. Howard

MEREDITH — Janet A. Howard, 67, of Pleasant St., passed away on January 24, 2012, at Concord Hospital, Concord, NH. A graveside service will be held in the in the Oakland Cemetery, Meredith Center, on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 11:00 am. Rev. Edward J. Charest, pastor of the Plymouth United Methodist Church will officiate.

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Marcia Litchfield to speak to Art Association

LACONIA — The Lakes Region Art Association will hold its up-coming meeting on May 21, at the Woodside Building Conference Center at the Taylor Community, 435 Union Avenue, Laconia. The meeting begins at 7 p.m.

Hampton resident, Marcia Litchfield, a contemporary artist with a bold and colorful style will speak to the group. Also an art entrepreneur, she will address changes in art in a high tech world.

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Association meetings are open to the general public.

The following Artists of the Month art work will on display until May 21 at these locations: Don Frost, Northway Bank, Meredith; Annette Hutchins, Meredith Savings Bank, Moultonboro; Gisela Langsten, Northway Bank, Laconia; Janet Rigby, Franklin Savings Bank, Main Office, Franklin; Judy Palfrey, Laconia Savings Bank, Gilford Village.

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Water Street Café, will be catering the hot breakfast for attendees. For directions and reservations, so that enough breakfast is provided for all, please call 455-1594 and ask for Dale Squires of Belknap

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LACONIA — Alstrua International of Laconia, Inc. has available applications for the Dr. Alice Normandin, Katherine Daigneault and Roe Emery Scholarships for woman from the Lakes Region continuing their education in a degree program.

Criteria for the Dr. Alice Normandin Scholarship are need, leadership, academic achievement and pursuing a degree in the health field. The criteria for the Katherine Daigneault Scholarship are need, leadership, academic achievement and pursuing a degree in the business field. The criteria for the Rose Emery Scholarship are need, leadership, academic achievement and pursuing a degree in the education

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Annual Birdathon on Saturday benefits Loon Preservation Committee

Rotary Club’s annual yard sale is Saturday

This Saturday, May 19, the Lakes Region Rotary Club will be holding its 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale at the Laconia Department of Public Works Warehouse facility on Bisson Ave. next to Irwin Motors starting at 7 a.m. Shown with some of the items which will be available at the sale are club members Jim Chase, Allen Gable, Gary Adams, Larry Greeley and Lou Guevin. (Courtesy photo)

NH’s Native American history presented on Tuesday MEREDITH — Dr. David Stewart-Smith will give a presentation on the history of Native Americans in New Hampshire on Tuesday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Meredith Public Library.

Stewart-Smith will discuss the largest and most powerful coalition of native people on the northern New England frontier during the 17th and 18th centuries. This group managed to hold off Europeans

for almost ninety years.

During this time Indians and colonists exchanged and encountered each others’ cultures, religions, trade goods and kinship.

There is no need to register for this event, which is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance and the Friends of the Meredith Library.

MOULTONBOROUGH — On Saturday, May 19, local birders and “bloomers” will take to the woods, fields, mountain peaks and lake shores of Tamworth and contiguous towns, including Moultonborough, Sandwich, and Ossipee, to count as many bird and wildflower species as possible, all to benefit the Loon Preservation Committee.

The Birdathon has been going on annually for over two decades and is sponsored by the Lakes Region Chapter of New Hampshire Audubon. Audubon members and all those who appreciate the work of LPC are invited to donate or pledge based on the total number of species seen during the day, with 90 percent of the proceeds going to the Loon Preservation Committee, and ten percent to the Lakes Region Chapter to pay for the free nature programs presented at the Loon Center in Moultonborough during the winter months.

To pledge or give a donation, call the Loon Center at 476-LOON (476-5666) or contact any member of the chapter board.

2011 was the most successful Birdathon in recent years, with 196 species of birds and blooms seen and $3650 raised for loon conservation. This year, with luck and the help of generous donors, the chapter hopes to top 200 species and $4,000.

The work of the Loon Preservation Committee, headquartered in Moultonborough, is to put in place a team of biologists on lakes and ponds statewide, to watch over the loons during the nesting process, and to research the problems which threaten the loon on lakes which are also inhabited by thousands of humans who love summers at the lakes.

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‘A Ditch In Time’written for those who travel on dirt & gravel roads

MADISON — Finally there’s an owners manual for folks who live and travel on dirt and gravel roads.

So says contractor Russ Lanoie, who has written a book entitled, “A Ditch In Time.”

“The concept of ‘A Ditch in Time’ holds as true today as it did in colonial days when a carefully placed depression across a road with a hoe, a stick or even the heel of a boot at the beginning of a rainstorm could keep the traveled part of the road from disappearing. This manual helps bring this concept into the 21st century,” writes Lanoie in the manual’s introduction.

The self-published book packs over 45 years of Lanoie’s experience dealing with unpaved roads and driveways in New Hampshire’s White Mountains into a document that’s loaded with photos and explanations written in laymen’s terms.

Lanoie has compiled much of what he’s learned dealing with situations from the yearly headache of “mud season to the washouts of storms like Tropical Storm Irene. His goal is to help readers determine how to return their unpaved country roads and driveways to their original condition or keep them from turning into ruts and mud or from washing away in the first place.

He also goes into great detail about the types of road building materials that make the most stable and long lasting roads, including an explanation of the differences between “rotten rock: that used to be so popular in the area, reprocessed asphalt, and the ledge based crushed gravel that is now available in the region.

Lanoie has an associate’s degree in civil technology from the University of New Hampshire. He has presented programs and written about energy conservation and solar home design, understanding septic systems, wet basement mitigation and road maintenance.

Much of his work in recent years has involved the use of his Front Runner grading device, which he developed in the 1980s.

“A Ditch in Time” is now on sale for $10. For more information, visit www.RuralHomeTech.com or email Lanoie at russ@ruralhometech.com.

Business After Hours event held at Genesis Health Care’s rehabilitation center tomorrow evening Genesis Health Care’s Laconia Rehabilitation Center is hosting the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours on Thursday, May 17 from 5-7 p.m. Planning this event are the staff from Genesis and Chamber Executive Director Karmen Gifford (3rd from left), John Allard, Senior Administrator Laconia Rehabilitation Center(center) and Charlene Santoro Director of Nurses (6th from left). (Courtesy photo)

Prescott Farm holding summer camp open house LACONIA — Prescott Farm will be holding an Open House on Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for families interested in learning more about the WildQuest Summer Camp.

Some of our the Open House activities will include; kids versus parents rounds of camp games, hiking, ponding and a t-shirt design contest.

For over 11 years WildQuest Camps have been offered during school vacation weeks (Dec., Feb.,

April and June – Aug.). The camps are licensed by the state of NH and led by experienced environmental educators with the goal of fostering an appreciation and understanding of the natural and cultural history of Prescott Farm, and by extension, student’s own special places as well.

For more information on the Open House call 3665695 or visit www.prescottfarm.org.

MOULTONBOROUGH — This spring the Lakes Region Chapter of the New Hampshire Audubon Society is sponsoring a field trip in the Tamworth/ Madison area on Saturday, May 19 and one in the Sandwich area on June 3.

Participants will enjoy natural areas, spring flowers, and migrating birds. The warblers have finally arrived. The public is invited and there is no fee.

Bring binoculars and bug repellent. Waterproof

shoes may be helpful.

The group will meet at 7 a.m on May 19 in the parking lot at the junction of Routes 16 and 25 West in West Ossipee; the same lot as MacDonald’s, but at the opposite end.

Call or email for the location on June 3 at 7 a.m.

For more information contact: Tony Vazzano at 284-7718 or tvazzano@ncia.net

DAR holding breakfast NH Audubon Society announces spring field trips meeting on Monday BELMONT — The Mary Butler Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet Monday, May 21 at 9 a.m. at Family Tree Restaurant on Route 3 in Belmont.

This will be a breakfast meeting during which chapter officers will give their annual reports. For more information about the Mary Butler Chapter of DAR contact Marian Ekholm at 603-293-0429.

Introduction to Gravestones presented by Laurel

Healthy foods discussion next Tuesday in Gilford K. Gabel on Monday at Laconia Public Library GILFORD — Amber Flanders from Vital Kneads in Gilford will address how to combat and conquer aches, pains, chronic illnesses, health issues and weight problems through the food you eat at a presentation on Tuesday May 22 at 9 a.m. in the Wesley Woods Community Room.

Learn what foods to purchase and how to prepare them. A light breakfast will be served, as well as some of the healing foods.

RSVP to Stace at 603-528-2555 or sdhendricks@ wesleywoodsnh.org. The community room is located at behind the First United Methodist Church in Gilford.

LACONIA — The Laconia Historical & Museum Society will present an Introduction to Gravestones, presented by Laurel K. Gabel on Monday, May 21 at the Laconia Public Library.

Gabel says New England’s burying grounds are often called outdoor museums – full of history, art, chronicles of religious beliefs, genealogy, sometimes tragedy and scandal – even humor.

This fifty-minute slide presetation will introduce the symbolism and special language of gravestones and to the attitudes about death and memorialization that these historic artifacts reflect over time.

This well illustrated program promises to be infor-

mative as well as entertaining and is guaranteed to make people look at area gravestones, from all eras, with new insight and appreciation.

Laurel K. Gabel is a scholar in the field of cemetery and gravestones studies, a popular lecturer and author of numerous essays and articles. Admission is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Donations are gratefully accepted.

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

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By Holiday Mathis SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You don’t need a phone to connect with the one you love. Even when this person is at a great distance, satellites and wires are unnecessary because you’re telepathically connected.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

Your habits change because your environment has changed. It’s a natural result of having to adapt to the way things currently are. You’ll like where the new habits lead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

Your thought process is like television.

You can’t control the programming, but you can choose what you’ll watch. And if you choose wrong, you can always change the channel.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

Emotions trigger your mind to release chemicals in your body, and every cell that is you takes a bath in those chemicals. This is yet another reason why you should do what makes you happy.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ll weave a lineup of happy thoughts into an overall positive attitude. Who can resist your very attractive and amenable personality? They’ll respond positively in return.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 16).

You’ll love the attention showered on you over the next six weeks. Also note that just because something didn’t work out last year doesn’t mean it won’t work out at all. In July, you get a second chance and make it work for you. A deal closes in August. November and February show domestic improvements. Capricorn and Cancer people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 1, 24, 38 and 18.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). It’s only fun to take tests when you think you know the answers. With this in mind, you’re careful not to challenge others in a way that will make them feel bad or annoyed.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’re trying to make people’s lives better.

Sometimes they cooperate; other times they don’t. You won’t take it personally either way. Being in the right makes it easier for you to keep your ego out of it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll do quite a lot on your own, but not everything. Before you ask for help, be sure you really need it. Others will find it most satisfying to help you when that is the case.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your positive thoughts are transmitted to the universe. You’ll see evidence that your transmission has been received in the beautiful, effortless unfolding of your plans.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’re not a miniscule part of the cosmic whole -not according to the trillions of microorganisms living within you, and not to the ones who love you. You’ll get a sense of your vital importance today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You made a deal with destiny, and that deal is more negotiable than you might think. Sit down and have a talk with her in your mind. Sure, she can be tough, but she’s not unreasonable. Besides, destiny likes you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Sometimes you feel as though no one is listening to you. That will be remedied today, as the influence you hold will be obvious. Your suggestions will be taken; your orders, followed.

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Wednesday, May 16, the 137th day of 2012. There are 229 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On May 16, 1868, the U.S. Senate failed by one vote to convict President Andrew Johnson as it took its first ballot on the eleven articles of impeachment against him.

On this date: In 1763, the English lexicographer, author and wit Samuel Johnson first met his future biographer, James Boswell.

In 1770, Marie Antoinette, age 14, married the future King Louis XVI of France, who was 15.

In 1866, Congress authorized minting of the first five-cent piece, also known as the “Shield nickel.”

In 1910, the U.S Bureau of Mines was established. (It ceased operations in 1996, its functions having been transferred to other agencies.)

In 1920, Joan of Arc was canonized by Pope Benedict XV. In 1929, the first Academy Awards were presented. The movie “Wings” won “best production,” while Emil Jannings (YAHN’-ings) and Janet Gaynor were named best actor and best actress.

In 1939, the government began its first food stamp program in Rochester, N.Y. In 1948, CBS News correspondent George Polk, who’d been covering the Greek civil war between Communist and nationalist forces, was found slain in Solonica Harbor.

In 1955, American author and critic James Agee died in New York at age 45.

In 1975, Japanese climber Junko Tabei became the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest.

In 1992, the space shuttle Endeavour completed its maiden voyage with a safe landing in the California desert.

One year ago: A judge in New York refused to release on bail the chief of the International Monetary Fund, Dominique Strauss-Kahn, who was accused of trying to rape a hotel maid.

(The charges against Strauss-Kahn were later dropped.) The Vatican told bishops around the world it was important to cooperate with police in reporting priests who’d raped and molested children and asked them to develop guidelines for preventing sex abuse; however, victims groups immediately denounced the recommendations as “dangerously flawed.”

Today’s Birthdays: Actor George Gaynes is 95. Actor Harry Carey Jr. is 91. Jazz musician Billy Cobham is 68. Actor Bill Smitrovich is 65. Actor Pierce Brosnan is 59. Actress Debra Winger is 57. Olympic gold medal gymnast Olga Korbut is 57. Actress Mare Winningham is 53.

Rock musician Boyd Tinsley is 48. Rock musician Krist Novoselic is 47. Singer Janet Jackson is 46.

Country singer Scott Reeves (Blue County) is 46.

Actor Brian F. O’Byrne is 45. Rhythm-and-blues singer Ralph Tresvant (New Edition) is 44. Actor David Boreanaz is 43. Political correspondent Tucker Carlson is 43. Actress Tracey Gold is 43.

Tennis player Gabriela Sabatini is 42. Country singer Rick Trevino is 41. Musician Simon Katz is 41. Actress Tori Spelling is 39. Actress Lynn Collins is 35. Actress Melanie Lynskey is 35. Actress Megan Fox is 26. Actor Jacob Zachar is 26. Actor Marc John Jefferies is 22. Actor Miles Heizer is 18.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Presentation by Steve Norton on “The Silver Tsunami:The Economic Impact of the Graying of NH”.

5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Meredith Community Center.

The program is sponsored the the Meredith-Center Harbor Democratic Committee. Refreshments will be served. Nonperishable foods local food pantry is appreciated. For more information contact Kate Miller at 279-4764.

Free Mom & Me movie at Smitty’s Cinema in Tilton.

“Bambi”. 11:30 a.m.

Annual Meeting & Meet & Greet for the Belknap Independent Business Alliance. 5 to 7 p.m. at Pitman’s Freight Room (94 New Salem Street) in downtown Laconia. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Jazz soloist.

Grafton County Attorney Lara J. Saffo speaks at the Plymouth Area Deomcrats monthly meeting. 7 p.m. at the Plymouth Regional Senior Center on Depot Road in Plymouth. Open to the public. For more information call 968-7105.

The Thrifty Yankee (121 Rte. 25 - across from (I-LHS) collects donations of baby clothes, blankets and hygiene items for Baby Threads of N.H. every Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 279-0607.

Laconia Elders Friendship Club meeting. 1:30 p.m. at the Leavitt Park Clubhouse. People 55 and older meet each Wednesday for fun, entertainment and education. Meetings provide an opportunity for older citizens to to meet for pure social enjoyment and the club helps the community with philanthropic work.

Duplicate bridge at the Weirs Beach Community Center. 7:15 p.m. All levels welcome. Snacks.

Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Wednesday nights at 5:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Church in Belmont. Call and leave a message for Elizabeth at 630-9967 for more information.

Free knitting and crochet lessons. Drop in on Wednesdays any time between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Baby Threads workshop at 668 Main Street in Laconia (same building as Village Bakery). 998-4012.

Narcotics Anonymous meeting. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 18 Veterans Square in Laconia.

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) group meeting.

5:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Meredith.

ABC & ME time at the Meredith Public Library. 10 to 11 a.m. Stories, crafts, songs and games for children 3-5.

Children are encouraged to bring an item from home that strats with the letter of the week — “W”.

THURSDAY, MAY 17 Storytime Special presenting Cheryl Closer reading her new children’s book: Little Mouse and the Muddy Feet hosted by by the Gilman Library. 1:45 p.m. Registration is limited. Signed copies of the book will be available for purchase. For more information call 875-2550.

The Annual Club Opening Luncheon hosted by the Community Garden Club of Meredith. Noon at the Squam Lake Inn in Holderness. Tickets are $20.00. Reservations required. New members and guests are welcome. For reservations call 279-5065.

Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours networking event. 5 to 7 p.m. at the Laconia Rehabilitation Center at 175 Blueberry Lane.

Saxophonist Ralph Lalama performs at N.H. Jazz Presents at Pitman’s Freight Room in Laconia. 8 p.m. $12. BYOB. The Gilmanton Old Home Day Committee planning session. 7 p.m. All meetings are held at Smith Meetinghouse. Volunteers needed! Contact loribaldwin@metrocast.net Laconia Democrats meet to organize local campaign workers. 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Busiel Mill (One Mill Plaza) in downtown Laconia. Open to all interested community members.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: My husband and I have been happily married for eight years, and we have two beautiful children. Recently, an ex-boyfriend called to let me know that his father had died.

I hadn’t heard from him in 12 years.

“Matt” and I began speaking regularly and even spent some time together. My husband knew all of this and was OK with it. One night, however, things went further than they should have, and we kissed several times. I don’t know whether I should confess this to my husband or not. Other than getting it off my chest, what good would it do? My husband would no longer trust me, and I’d lose my friendship with Matt, and frankly, I don’t want that to happen. The kissing isn’t going to happen again. Do I follow the “honesty is always the best policy” philosophy, or the “what you don’t know can’t hurt you” philosophy? -- A Confused Wife Dear Confused: You have betrayed your husband and should stop all contact with Matt immediately. No matter what you say about not kissing him again, your excuses to maintain the friendship indicate that your resolve is paper thin. You are playing with fire, risking your marriage and family for the thrill of feeling young and desired again. It’s time to grow up and end this nonsense. Use all that sexual tension and energy to revitalize your marriage. Sounds as if it could use a boost.

Dear Annie: I’d like to make a suggestion to people who give gifts to high school and college graduates. While a savings bond is a generous and patriotic gesture, it is of little value to a college freshman who needs to buy $500 worth of textbooks and supplies, or to a graduating senior with thousands of dollars in student loans.

Very little compares to the look of despair when a graduate opens a card to find a $100 savings bond that can’t be cashed in for full value for several years. I realize budgets are tight,

but a $50 check might mean the difference between a college freshman buying dinner or going hungry. -- Cash Strapped for College Dear Cash Strapped: We understand your preferences, but you’d find an equal number of older graduates telling you how grateful they were to discover a fully matured bond when they were out of school, struggling to pay for baby food and car repairs. We know many graduates would like something they can use in the here and now. But those who give gifts do so out of generosity and thoughtfulness, not because they are obligated to feed you. If you receive government bonds, consider them an investment in your future, and put them in a safe place. In 10 years, they’ll be worth more, and you’ll be thrilled to rediscover them.

Dear Annie: I must respond to “Need Another Opinion,” who doesn’t want to be burdened with caring for his wife’s disabled stepsiblings. As the parent of biological children and an adopted daughter, I would like to point out that there should be no distinction between the two. I love all my children the same. We are a family, blood or no blood.

Those with Down syndrome and other developmental and emotional issues deserve to be cared for and respected in our communities. It is not always easy, but there are many resources available to help. If I were this man’s wife, I would be wary of spending my life with him. Did he really think he married someone who would turn her back on her family because it was challenging and difficult? Tragedy can happen at any time. How would he feel if one of their future children had a catastrophic injury or illness?

I suggest “Another Opinion” take a good look in the mirror to see what kind of man he is willing to be. Hopefully, they can find a way to build a life together and still care for their family members. -- Mom of Three

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

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BEAUTIFUL Puppies: Apricot, red, mini poodles. Champ background. Good price. Healthy, happy, home raised. 253-6373.

Exhaust system- Brand new off a F-150 Ford $100. 603-930-5222

1989 CARVER YACHTS MARINER 329/FE 30 foot: Good condition, less then 500 hours on engines. 260 horsepower. Full size refrigerator, range, TV/VCR, fully equipped, sleeps six. Must be seen to be appreciated at Breakwater, Spring Point Marina in South Portland. Pictures available upon request. Valued at $25,000. Owner will accept best offer. Call 603-449-2140, 603-723-8722.

PRIVATE Boathouse slip w/ attached lounge/ storage room at Riveredge Marina on Squam Lake. $3000 for season includes Boat Club Amenities. Call 455-5810

29FT-0 ” x 10ft-6” Boatslip at Meredith Yacht Club. $3,000 for season includes Club amenities, easy walk to town. Call 455-5810.

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.

Rottweiler pup- Male, 9 months old. Friendly, parents on premesis. $400. 603-340-6219

Announcement WE Pay CA$H for GOLD and SILVER No hotels, no waiting.

603-279-0607, Thrifty Yankee, Rte. 25, Meredith, NH. Wed-Sun, 10-4, Fri & Sat 10-6.

Autos 1971 VW Super Beetle, Calif. car, second owner, 133K, needs nothing. $4500. 267-5196 1997 Chevy Silverado EXT. 4X4 with plow & electricians cap. Many new parts. $3,500/O.B.O. 294-4057.

2008 XLT Ranger Super Cab 4X4- Silver, 4.0L V-6, 35K miles.

Line-X bed liner, “ARE” tonneau cover, hitch. $17,850. 253-3120 BUYING junk cars, trucks & big trucks ME & NH. Call for price.

Martin Towing. (603)305-4504.

CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859.

FOR Sale Scion Toyota XB 2006 1 owner, 52K, no work, just inspected, gray, auto, lots of head room. $12,000. 524-7731 Tonneau Hard Cover off a F-150.

Excellent shape, $125.

603-930-5222 TOP dollar paid for junk cars & trucks. Available 7-days a week.

P3!s Towing. 630-3606

BOATS 16ft. Catamaran Sailboat- $800 or best offer. 279-2558 18 Hp Mercury Outboard Long Shaft. $325. Call 279-4140 1953 22 ft. Chris-Craft Wooden Boat $6,300. Call for details.

603-387-4951 1979 Catalina 22ft. FBG SailboatSwing keel, 4-sails, anchor, w/trailer, very good condition. $1,750. 875-5867 1984 Wellcraft: 19.5 ft I/O 5.7, 250HP. New engine & new upholstery.

Runs great, $2,000/obo. Twin axle easy roller trailer for up to 22 ft. boat, $1,500.

Combo $3,400. 630-2440.

BOATSLIPS for rent- Paugus Bay up to 22 ft. 401-284-2215.

KEN BARRETT AUCTIONS Monday, May 21 @ 6pm • Preview at 4pm Log on to: www.auctionzip.com ID#5134, for 150 photos This will be a massive auction of glass, china, crystal, cobalt, milk glass, collection of old salts, Friendly Village dinnerware,Bears [Boyd s, Vt. Etc.], collectibles, furniture, linens, artwork, lots of antique kitchenware,hundreds of books, samplers, country primitives and much more!!

Auction Held At 274 Main St. Tilton, N.H. (1 mile off I-93N) 603-286-2028 • kenbarrettauctions@netzero.net Lic # 2975, Buyers premium, cash, check, credit cards.

BOAT SLIPS for Rent Winnipesaukee Pier, Weirs Beach, NH Reasonable Rates Call for Info. 366-4311 DOCK for rent on Lake Winnipesaukee now through October. $1,200. Meredith Vicinity. 305-479-0617

DOCK FOR RENT Paugus Bay Up to 25 Boat $1,500/Season Across from Mc Donald s 1258 Union Avenue Laconia Old Sea Doo, still runs w/good condition trailer $750. Paddle boat, good condition $175.

528-3366

PONTOON BOAT

For Rent 1 & 2-bedroom apartments $475-$800 per month. No pets.

603-781-6294.

BELMONT: Must See! Large 1-bedroom in 2-family home, just remodeled, washer/dryer hookup, no pets/smokers, $685/month, heat included. 603-387-6490.

CENTER Harbor- Seeking re sponsible/mature individual to rent this one bedroom guest house located on my property in Center Harbor. Quiet-Private-Park like setting. Close to town and beach. $875/Month, all utilities included.

Telephone 387-6774.

GILFORD, 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath, Balconies, no smoking/pets, $850/month plus utilities, Security deposit and references, 603-455-6662 GILFORD: Large 3-bedroom, 2-bath house, 2,600 sq. ft., very private, $1,400/month +utilities.

No pets. No smoking. Security deposit required. 455-7883.

24’ Astro/ Merc 1990 50hp; trailer, many accessories, fish finder, down rigger; one owner well maintained, pictures available. $5250/obo, Conway (603)447-6073.

Gilford: 1 & 3 bedroom units available. Pets considered. Heat/ utilities negotiable. From $175/week.

References. 556-7098.

PRIVATE Boat Dock on Lake Winnisquam: Up to 22 ft. with parking, $1,200/season.

GILFORD: Best one bedroom, utilities included, first floor, patio, privacy.$875/mo., Lease required.

No smoking / pets. First and secu-

For Rent

For Rent

GILMANTON Rocky Pond Rte. 106 1 bedroom house with large basement. Washer/dryer hookup, no smoking/no pets. $750/month + utilities. Call 508-359-2176

LACONIA: 1-bedroom for rent, heat/HW/electric included, no smoking, no pets, security deposit required. $725/month.

387-3304

LACONIA Condo - Super locationvery large 3-Bedroom 3-bath condo with super view of lake/quiet/walk to beach. Laundry room; 2 storage rooms; study off master bedroom; new appliances & carpeting; deck off living room/master bedroom. $1,150/month plus security.

Available 6/1/12. Call 528-1850 or 486-3966.

LACONIA: 3-bedroom 5 room with sunporch Messer St. $210 per week includes heat, $600 security 524-7793.

LACONIA prime 1st floor Pleasant St. Apartment. Walk to town & beaches. 2 bedrooms + 3-season glassed in sun porch. Completely repainted, glowing beautiful hardwood floors, marble fireplace, custom cabinets in kitchen with appliances, tile bath & shower. $1,000/Month includes heat & hot water. 630-4771 or 524-3892 LACONIA- 1 bedroom apartment.

Private, sunny ground floor, large living room, perfect for relaxation.

Porch to enjoy yard. $750/Month, includes heat. 603-455-5253 Laconia- 2 bedroom garden-style downtown condo in renovated mill building. In-unit laundry, exercise room, walkout patio. $1,100/Month, incl cable/internet.

Utilities not included. 387-9945 Laconia- Beautiful duplex on quiet dead-end street off Pleasant. 2-3 bedrooms, large kitchen/dining, replacement windows, hardwood throughout, basement/attic/garage, hookups, sunny yard, pets considered. Non-smokers only.

1600+ sf. $975/Month + utilities.

References/credit check required.

Security & last months rent.

556-2631

LACONIA: Gail Avenue, 3rd floor, 1 Bedroom $725. Pleasant St. 1 bedroom $750. Heat and h/w included, no pets, no smoking.

524-5837.

LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments.

Call for available apartments.

524-4428 LACONIA: Large 2 bedroom apt. new kitchen, new bathroom. Large living room with hardwood floor. One large bedroom, one small bedroom.

HEAT AND HOT WATER INC. $850. per month. 566-6815 LACONIA:-2 Bedrooms starting at $750/Month, utilities included. No pets. Please call 545-9510 or 496-8667 LACONIA - 4-bedroom, 3-bath home. Golf cart community, 2-beaches, pool, boat moorings.

Private lot. $1,975/mo. 366-4655.

MEREDITH: 1-bedroom apartment with kitchen and living room.

No pets.

No smoking. $675/Month, includes heat & hot water. 279-4164.

MEREDITH: 1-bedroom apartment. Oil forced hot water, 1.5-bath, washer/dryer hook-up, nice yard. No smoking/pets. $750/Month 279-8247, Jim.

Laconia- Great, first floor one bedroom, HEAT, HOT WATER AND ELECTRIC included! Quiet Oppechee neighborhood. $775 per month. 566-6815 LACONIA 1-bedroom on quiet dead-end street. $750/Month. All utilities included, Call 527-8363.

No pets.

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

New Franklin Apartments, LLC Elderly and Disabled Housing Now Accepting Applications for Project-Based Section 8 Subsidized Apartments HUD Income Limits Apply One & Two Bedroom Units Available Located in Tilton, Franklin & West Franklin

Apartments Available Now For more information, please contact 603-286-4111 Or TTY 1-800-735-2964

Join Our Waiting List

PRINCE HAVEN APARTMENTS All utilities included Plymouth, N.H. (Prince Haven has an elderly preference) If you are 62, disabled or handicapped, (regardless of age), and meet annual income guidelines, you may qualify for our one-bedroom apts.

Call today to see if you qualify.

603-224-9221 TDD # 1-800-545-1833 Ext. 118 or Download an application at www.hodgescompanies.com Housing@hodgescompanies.com 40% of our vacancies will be rented to applicants with Extremely Low Income.

Rent is based on your household size and income.

An Equal Opportunity Housing Agent

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For Rent

For Rent-Commercial

Laconia-O’Shea Industrial Park 72 Primrose Drive •10,000 Sq, Ft. Warehouse / Manufacturing. $5,800

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

(603)476-8933 For Sale NORTHFIELD: 3-BR House close to downtown/park. Security deposit/references. No pets. Available 6/1. $1,300/Month +utilities (603)455-8873.

TILTON UPDATED one bedroom.

Top-floor, quiet. Heat/Hot Water included, no dogs. $600/Month.

Also downstairs 1-bedroom coming up. 603-393-9693 or 916-214-7733.

TILTON: 1 bedroom, 1st floor, $195/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

For Rent-Vacation BAR Harbor: Arcadia N.P. area, oceanfront cottage, fabulous views, sleeps 6-8, available 6/30-7/7, $750/week, off-season (May, June, Sept, Oct), $600/week. Call Bob, 524-5092.

2 Tickets to Brad Paisley, the Band Perry & Easton Corbin Concert on 6-3-12 @4:30pm at Comcast Center, Mansfield, MA. Call Mary 603-528-2903 or 603-998-3113 25HP Mercury 4-stroke outboard motor. Tiller steering, long shaft, $1,800. Air tools, metal working band saw $175. 527-1313 4 Wheeler front & rear basket set.

New in box. $150. 393-6793 AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”.

ASHLAND wood stove- 6” pipe, 2400BTU. Thermostat control, used twice $200. Craftsman 10” table saw $125. Dining set 4 arm chairs. Round w/leaf, colonial.

Maple, good condition. $125 528-1946 BAZOOKA Navigator 26" double suspension folding bike, silver with gel seat, retails for $600, used 3 times, asking $300/obo, 723-4032.

TIME share Near Disney, Florida.

One week every odd year, best offer. Evenings 603-524-7336

CERAMIC Glazed Wall Tile: 74 sq. ft., American Olean, 6”x6”, Sandy Ridge (color), $50. Please call 455-3686.

For Rent-Commercial

FIREWOOD -SANBORNTON. Heat Source Cord Wood.

Green cut, split, and delivered, $190/cord.. Call 286-4946 FIREWOOD for sale, cut. split, and delivered. 455-0250

For Sale

Furniture

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

KING-SIZE Oak Platform bed with lighted mirrored head board, 4 draws of storage, mattress in plastic, couch, bureau, glass top coffee table, dining room table with leaf and 4 chairs, living room chair. $450 takes it all. All in very good condition. 293-7191

AMAZING!

DENTAL ASSISTANT

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

Fabulous back & hip support.

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

Can deliver 603-305-9763.

We currently have a position available for a full time Dental Assistant. If you are interested in joining our team please send a letter of intent and a resume´ to Darlene@CircleDentalNH.com Mail to: Circle Dental, 178 DW Highway, Meredith, N.H. 03253.

FINANCE ACCOUNTING CONSULTANT POSITION

KITCHEN Cabinets- brand new, maple, cherrywood, shaker & antique white. Solid wood, never installed, cost $6,500 sell $1,650.

603-833-8278 Lakeland woodburner, older, good condition. Asking $300, 387-1993.

Many Carpentry tools: bench saw, router, jig saw, drill press, air compresser, etc. call 527-1001 MUST See. Like New! (Athol) Solid wood golden oak rectangle kitchen/dinette set, 2 leafs, 6 chairs, 2 countertop stools, two piece hutch, magnificent deal. Will Deliver. Cost $8,000, sell for 2,500. 1-617-633-9194.

SHUTTERS: Heavy-duty paintable fiberlass shutters, 2 sets 39”x14”, 4 sets 55”x14”. $90/all; Staging planks, full 2”x10” (4) 12-footers, (2) 14-footers, (1) 16-footer, $10/each; (4) steel ladder brackets, $35/each.

524-6910.

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

Dependable Male or Female LNA in private home.

Some nights & weekends.

Send Resume to: Laconia Daily Sun BOX L 1127 Union Avenue, #1 Laconia, NH 03246

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

DION’S PLANT PLACE is

Help Wanted AAA Wanted: 10 people to lose weight and make money, risk-free 30-day supply. americandreamteam.blog.com orchid44.freethinmagic.com

SMALL Heating Oil Deliveries: No minimum required. Evening & weekend deliveries welcome.

BENJAMIN OIL, LLC .

603-524-6457 Spinner Sport indoor spinning bike with set of 4 DVD workouts.

Mint condition $400. 279-4668 SYNTHESIZER KEYBOARD Roland XP10. Very good condition, rarely used. Includes stand and patch cord. Paid $625 sell $325. 524-3959 TELEVISION: LED Samsung 61” Model HLT 61875XXAA, with stand. Must sacrifice, asking $1,500. 617-633-9194.

Head Chef This is a "hands-on" non-corporate position that requires experience in all phases of culinary management for both ala carte and banquet dining. Required Executive or Head Chef experience, with exposure to high volume production. For more in-depth details on job description, requirements and compensation package, please send a confidential inquiry to: Michael Mallett PO Box 803 Jackson, NH 03846 mike@mallettinc.com

HOT Tub- 2012 model 6 person 40 jets, waterfall. Full warranty & cover. Cost $8,000 sell $3,800.

Can deliver 235-5218 HV Mega Quilter with Inspira Quilting Frame. 9” Short Arm Quilting Machine. Excellent condition. Many extras $1,500. Call for details. 528-0881 Restored Antique Victorian side chairs (10); new cane seats $150/each or set of 4 $500.

603-875-0363

ORCHARD HILL II Randlett St., Belmont, NH Now accepting applications

LACONIA SCHOOL DISTRICT 2012-2013

FOR 1 OR 2 BEDROOM UNITS Full Market Rent

PROFESSIONAL OPENING LACONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL

(Section 8 Vouchers Welcome) This is a federally assisted property featuring 32 one and two bedroom ground level apartments.

Community features on-site laundry, a furnished recreation room, heat and hot water is included.

Please call the Laconia Housing Authority at 524-2112/TDD; 524-2112 with any questions, or visit our office at 25 Union Ave. Laconia, NH • Applications are considered by income criteria • USDA/RD income restrictions apply • Tenant rents are based on income.

The Laconia Housing Authority does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, race, creed, color, sex, marital status, age, disability or handicap.

looking for a gardener. Experience with all plant materials, weeding, clean ups, good driving record all required.

Call 253-7111.

Skill saw, belt & disk sander, 5HP compressor, dove tail jig, jig saw.

Call 524-7194.

FIREWOOD: Green, Cut, split and delivered (Gilmanton and surrounding area). $190/cord.

Seasoned available.

(603)455-8419

LACONIA Prime Union Ave Loca tion. 2 room office suite, ground floor. All utilities. included, except phone.

Rent Negotiable.

603-524-0753

Municipal Resources Inc., a boutique consulting firm specializing in services to towns and schools seeks a financial / accounting professional primarily to support contracts in central NH but must be willing & able to travel state-wide as projects require. We re looking for someone with strong accounting / bookkeeping skills and a good bedside manner. Strong computer skills and experience with fund accounting will is a plus; past employment in a municipal or school setting is ideal. Cover letter and resume to djutton@municipalresources.com.

Special Education Teacher Life Skills/Case Manager This position is a full time position. Certification is preferred.

Contact: Jennifer Sottak, Student Services Coordinator Laconia Middle School 150 McGrath Street Laconia, NH 03246 For the above opening, please send Letter of Intent, Resume, Transcripts, Certification, and three Letters of Reference to the respective contact person. Please visit our web site for information about the Laconia Schools at: www.laconiaschools.org E.O.E

WINNISQUAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Summer Custodians & Groundskeepers Temporary positions begin end of June Applications are available on our website www.wrsdsau59.org or by contacting Winnisquam Regional School District, 433 West Main Street, Tilton, NH 03276 (603) 286-4116 EOE

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

JCS is expanding for the 3rd time now calling on behalf of the leading resorts on the West Coast! We are now seeking motivated, positive, dependable appointment setters.

Must be driven and motivated to make money and be able to work in a team environment!

Good communication skills a must, no experience required.

2nd shift Sun.-Fri. 4:15pm10pm. Average wage $19+ an hour call:

603-581-2450 EOE PAINTERS: Experienced with own transportation. Part/Full Time.

Call 630-8333.

IMMEDIATE PART-TIME OPENING Delivery Driver 20 – 25 hours per week Seeking a self-motivated, dependable individual to drive morning delivery route Monday-Friday, 5 days a week.

Position requires valid drivers license and clean driving record. Knowledge of electrical supplies helpful but not necessary.

Come join TEAM LE! Apply in person to:

Dave Miles Laconia Electric Supply 935 Union Ave. Laconia, NH 03246

Woodland Heights School Laconia Preschool Program

ParaEducator We are seeking a candidate interested in working to support students with academic, emotional, social, physical and behavioral skill development in our school. A position is available in our preschool.

Successful candidate must have current Para II Certification.

This position is part-time, 20 hours per week.

Please send letter of interest, resume and three letters of reference to: Ryan Marsh, Student Services Coordinator Woodland Heights School 225 Winter Street Extension Laconia, NH 03246 Please visit our website for information about Laconia School District

www.laconiaschools.org E.O.E

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Recreation Vehicles

MAINTENANCE PERSON

P/T Hotel Valet/Bellmen Positions

1988 Layton Celebrity Camping Trailer: sleeps-6, single non-smoking owner, brand new custom separate queen size bedroom. $2,000. 617-633-9194.

Laconia apartment rental company with buildings in Laconia, Belmont, Tilton & Northfield seeks full-time maintenance person. Requires plumbing, electrical & carpentry skills, drivers license, ability to be organized, work alone & deal well with people. Duties range from cleaning to renovation. Must be available for night/weekend emergencies. Send resume to White Mt Rentals, 218 S Main #1, Laconia, NH 03246.

Kitchen & Bartenders Bartenders must be able to work weekdays and some weekends. Must have experience. Kitchen hiring dishwasher(s).

Must Apply in Person 1265 Laconia Rd. Belmont 603-267-7778 LOOKING for dependable full-time landscapers with previous experience. Must have driver!s license.

Apply in person at Appletree Nursery, Route 3, Winnisquam.

524-8031.

MARINE MECHANIC WANTED Certification a plus Please contact Al at

now available at the Inns at Mill Falls. Flexible hours, nights and weekends. Clean driving record and valid license required. Apply in person or online at MillFalls.com.

PARADISE BEACH CLUB, EXPERIENCED cook, and EXPERIENCED security. Must have valid driver!s license and own transportation. Please call 366-2665 and leave a message.

Paraprofessional for young child in my home. Summer months, Must be dependable. Fax resume 528-0352 or call 528-5020.

603-279-7921 or send resume to

Immediate Opening; Property Maintenance

Equal Opportunity Employer

ALTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Part-Time Custodian The Alton School District has an opening for a 2nd shift part-time custodian (30 Hours per week, 52 weeks per year). We are seeking a candidate with excellent people skills and self-reliance. Candidates should be capable of adjusting to changing situations, meeting the school’s needs to support staff and students, and interacting with all Alton community members in a professional manner. Responsibilities include cleaning, trash removal, sweeping, floor and window care as well as function/event support, snow removal, alarm response, security of the facility, and other duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

John Allen, Buildings and Grounds Director SAU #72 – Alton School District 252 Suncook Valley Highway Alton, NH 03809 Application Deadline: May 25, 2012

2003 21-ft. Motorhome: 26k miles, excellent condition, garaged, $25,000. 726-4768.

2009 19ft.

Coachman Toyhauler/Camper. Loaded with amenities, like new condition. $10,500/OBO. 603-536-2152

Services $30 Traditional Japanese Bodywork Treatments

service@meredithmarina.com

Friendly, energetic individual with leadership qualities needed for our property maintenance division- weekends a must. Carpentry and mechanical skills a plus. Individual must hold a valid drivers license. This is a full time, year round position which offers competitive pay and benefits.

Apply in person at our office or email a resume.

Alvin J Coleman & Son, Inc. 9 NH Rt 113, Conway, NH 03818 Tel: 603-447-5936 Fax: 603-447-5839 Email: colemanconstruction@roadrunner.com

2001 Travel-lite 24ft. Travel Trailer by R-Vision. 5,820GW, Sleeps 4 new A/C, great condition. $6,900. Call 524-8860

TECHNICIAN, outdoor power equipment. 16 hours per week, January 1 - March 31, 32 hours per week, Tues - Sat., rest of year. $11 - $16 per hour, depending on performance. References required. Email resume to chainsawdoctor@juno.com

Home Improvements

Please come and enjoy the therapeutic and relaxing benefits of traditional Japanese body work known as Shiatsu.

Each treatment is performed fully clothed on a comfortable floor mat and takes about an hour.

Treatments are performed at the Sachem Shiatsu office at the Fitness Edge building in Meredith.

Please call Sensei Jones at 603-524-4780 to make an appointment.

LANDSCAPE: patios, retaining walls, stonewalls, walkways, decks email: prp_masonry@yahoo.com. 603-726-8679.

Instruction FLYFISHING LESSONS

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

PIPER ROOFING

Teen Driver Education Classes: May 16; July 12. Adults by appointment. Granite State Auto School Since 1974. 524-7994

Quality Work Reasonable Rates Free Estimates Metal Roofs • Shingle Roofs

Mobile Homes FOR SALE BY OWNER. Gilford well maintained 1982 single wide mobile home with improvements.

Near lakes and shopping. Ed Gorman 528-2903.

GILFORD Well maintained manufactured home with many updates located next to Glendale Docks.

(900 sq. ft. 3-bedbrooms, kitchen, living room, four season porch bathroom, 2 decks and small shed. Enjoy all the lakes region has to offer. $23,500. Frank 617-899-5731

Our Customers Don!t get Soaked!

528-3531 Major credit cards accepted CALL Mike for yard cleanups, maintenance, scrapping, light hauling, very reasonably priced.

603-455-0214

Motorcycles 1991 Harley Davidson FXRS lowrider convertible. Like new Tires. Great condition. $5,500 OBO. 603-726-7608

Clearview Builders & Landscaping Property Maintenance

LABORER/DRIVER FULL TIME The City of Laconia is seeking an individual to perform general laboring responsibilities and to operate various light and heavy equipment in the Public Works Department. A Commercial Drivers License or the ability to attain one is required. Position description is available in the Finance Office or on the City website.

Salary Range: $13.72 – $16.96 Application forms are available in the Finance Office, Laconia City Hall, 45 Beacon Street East, Laconia, New Hampshire, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM or at www.city.laconia.n.us under Personnel/Employment. Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 25, 2012.

1992 GSXR 750- New Parts, runs great. 1989 Sportster, 110HP. lots of new parts. 832-8621

Home Repair, Painting, Finish Work, Decks, Dock Work, Lawn Mowing, Pruning, Mulching & Tree Trimming.

1999 Harley Davidson XLH 1200 Custom: 9k miles, mint condition, original owner, $8,000.

Call 729-0137.

Call 387-9789

2004 Harley Sportster-XL 883 Custom. 9,000 miles. Many Screaming Eagle parts, new tires, $4,200/BRO. 524-9265 2008 Harley Davidson Heritage Soft Tail. Anniversary model, 3500 miles, excellent condition. $15,495. 603-930-5222.

2009 Heritage Softtail Harley: Only 2,500 miles. $15,500/best offer. Call Tom 387-5934.

HARLEY Tour Glide Classic Special- Much custom work, loaded! One owner, must see! $7,900 279-6605

Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz

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WOW Sweepstakes Ball sponsors ready for 9th annual event Saturday LACONIA — Over 85 businesses join together this Saturday night, May 19, at the Lake Opechee Conference Center to support one of the area’s most exciting events, the WOW Sweepstakes Ball presented by Meredith Village Savings Bank.

Now in its’ ninth year, the WOW Ball has raised over $250,000 since it began in 2004. For $100, ticket holders are entered into a sweepstakes drawing with $13,000 in cash prizes, including the grand prize of $10,000.

In addition to the sweepstakes entry, ticket holders and guest are invited to attend the Ball (casual attire is ‘cool’)

Services

which includes dinner, dancing and entertainment from Paul Warnick’s Phil ‘n the Blanks.

The event includes both a silent and live auction before the entertainment and sweepstakes drawing begins.

“We’ll put a dozen of the top donations out for live auction, which “keeps it quick, fun and exciting” said event manager Allan Beetle.

Key auction items include a kayak and snowboard from Piche’s, a road bike from MC Cycle, a framed photograph from Ian Raymond Photography, in-home catering from T Bone’s Restaurant and $250 gift certificate

Services

Wanted To Buy

GUNS WANTED MARTEL’S 528-3474 DRIVEWAY Sealcoating: Prolong the life of your driveway. Free estimates. Capital Sealcoating, 340-6219.

Yard Sale Center Harbor Community Indoor Rummage/Yard Sale. Friday & Saturday, May 17th & 18th.

9am-1pm. 80 Bean Rd.

HARDSCAPES, Field Stone Walls, Patios, Water Features, Small Excavation Projects, Deliveries, Mulch, Loam. 25 Years Experience. Dean at Hancock Masonry. 267-6048 HARDWOOD Flooring- Dust Free Sanding. 25 years experience.

Excellent references. Weiler Building Services 986-4045 Email: weilbuild@yahoo.com

OVERSIZED LOADS BREAKDOWNS & SET UPS

603-528-8000 Mobile & Modular Structures

Before you remodel Re-Level For all your mobile home needs

Lawn mowing, rototilling, cleanups, fertilizing/weed control. Free estimates. The Grass Man 340-6219

Laconia Moving Sale-Saturday, May 19th, 8am-2pm, Rain or shine! Housewares, tools & equipment, TV, furniture. 228 Leighton Ave. North

LAKES REGION ROTARY COMMUNITY YARD SALE

Saturday, May 19th 7am-2pm Laconia Department of Public Works, Bisson Ave, Laconia

QS&L Builders. Roofing, decks and more. 15 years experience.

Fully insured. Free estimates.

603-832-3850

Thousands in donated goods! All proceeds to benefit local charities.

Seniors, Veterans- Rides to doctor appointments, help with shopping.

7 days a week. Tues. & Thurs. after 11am.729-6478

Call 556-8184 to Arrange Pick-Up

To Donate Goods:

lakesregionrotary.org/yardsale

MEREDITH GARAGE SALE 38 Livingston Rd. Fri. & Sat. 8am-3pm

Rain or Shine!

SPRING/FALL CLEAN-UPS, lawn mowing, odd jobs, free estimates.

603-294-4057

Garden, household & antiques

to Fratello’s Italian Grille, year-long fitness memberships to both Gilford Hills Tennis & Fitness Club and Laconia Athletic & Swim Club, $500 certificates to both Granite State Glass and BouliaGorrell Lumber Company, TV advertising from Comcast, print advertising from The Laconia Citizen, The Laconia Daily Sun, The Weirs Times and Salmon Press, Red Sox tickets from Pike Industries, concert tickets from Meadowbrook and stays at beautiful resorts including the Naswa, InnSeason Resorts, Steele Hill Resort, Lake Opechee Inn & Spa and the Inns at Mill Falls.

Tickets are available on-line at www.meadowbrook.net, or available at the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, the Laconia Athletic & Swim Club or Patrick’s Pub & Eatery.

For more information go to www.wowtrail.org.

WOW Ball sponsors pictured out on the new stairs up to the WOW Trail at the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa parking lot along with their donated items for the auction. Sponsors include (from left to right; front to back): Myles Chase, MC Cycle, Richard Kordas, BouliaGorrell Lumber Co; Ian Raymond, Ian Raymond Photography; Pat Bolduc, Piche’s Ski & Sport; Dave Ryan, Granite State Glass; Jay Bolduc, T-Bone’s & Cactus Jack’s Restaurants; Ed Engler, Laconia Daily Sun; Bartolo Governanti, Weirs Times. (Courtesy photo)

Shop.com partnership provides income for Visiting Nurses of Meredith & C.H. MEREDITH — The Visiting Nurses Association of Meredith and Center Harbor has launched a partnership with Shop.com. and will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, May 23 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Meredith Community Center at which it will be explained how to shop and save.

The partnership will provide a steady flow of donations all year long, giving the organization additional revenue to support its programs.

When VNA supporters go to Shop. com/vnmch, they will find a branded website which has over 50 million CALENDAR from page 19

THURSDAY, MAY 17 Dedication ceremony for N.H. Homicide Memorial Garden at Stewart Park in downtown Laconia. 11 a.m. The garden has been established by the N.H. Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children and Other Survivors of Homicide Victims in memory of those whose lives have been taken by violence. N.H. Attorney General Michael Delaney and Laconia Mayor Michael Seymour will attend.

Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Thursday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518.

American Legion Post #1 Bingo. Every Thursday night at 849 N. Main Street in Laconia. Doors open at 4 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30.

Chess Club at the Goss Reading Room (188 Elm Street) in Laconia. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. each Thursday. All ages and skill levels welcome. We will teach.

products from over 2,500 different stores including stores such as Target, Macy’s, Staples, Home Depot and many more. There is no added cost to the shop at this website, simply sign up as “Preferred Customer” on the website and then start the process of shopping and supporting the VNA’s efforts..

Those who cannot attend the meeting and desire more information about Shop.com or how shopping on the Shop.com/vnmch website will benefit the organization can contact Linda French at 520-4264 or 279-5227.

Giggles & Grins playgroup at Family Resource Center in downtown Laconia (635 Main Street). Free group for parents children from birth through age 5. For more information call 524-1741.

ABC & ME time at the Meredith Public Library. 1 to 2 p.m. Stories, crafts, songs and games for children 3-5. Children are encouraged to bring an item from home that starts with the letter of the wee — “W”.

Knotty Knitters gathering at the Meredith Public Library. 10 a.m. to noon. Open to all experience levels.

Friends of the Meredith Public Library Book Sale Preview. 4 to 7 p.m. Join Friends and receive a tote you can fill for free. (No book dealers or scanners until Saturday at noon, please.)

Toddler Time at the Gilford Public Library. 11:30 a.m. to noon. Songs, a story and movement to music for ages 18-36 months. No sign-up required.

Tales for Tails at the Gilford Public Library. 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Share a story with one of the library’s four-legged reading buddies.

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