The Laconia Daily Sun, August 25, 2011

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Selectmen’s decision to trim planning dept. payroll draws heavy fire in Gilford GILFORD — Members of the town’s Conservation Commission and Zoning Board packed last night’s selectman’s meeting to protest the imminent layoff of the town’s land use technician.

In what is being termed a cost-savings measure, selectmen decided to eliminate the position of Stephanie Verdile Philibotte as of Sept. 1 — effectively leaving the see GILFOrd page 12

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Police believe they’ve nabbed bedtime burglars

By Gail OBer

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Police have charged two city men with one count of burglary and said yesterday they think the two may be the bedtime burglars that have been shaking the Lakes Region since the beginning of June.

Joshua R. Shepard, 31, of 267 Court St. #3 and Spencer Mullarkey, 33, of 31 Bay St. #4 appeared in district court yesterday morning and are each being held on $50,000 cash bail.

In affidavits made available by the court

Joshue R. Shepard (left) and Spencer Mullarkey (Laconia police photos)

and statements made by law enforcement in a joint press conference at the Laconia Police Department on Wednesday morning, police said both men had been on their radar as suspects in the rash of night-time burglaries, but the yesterday’s arrests stemmed from a traffic stop by a uniformed patrol officer who pulled over Shepard on a outstanding warrant for an unrelated drug offense.

Police said Mullarkey voluntarily came to the Police Department and, after a threehour interview, both gave corroborating stosee BurGLarIEs page 10

Arrests at outlet mall said to have stopped huge counterfeit operation

By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

TILTON — An alleged stateto-state, city-to-city shopping

spree bankrolled by counterfeit checks and undertaken with stolen identities came to an abrupt end at the Tanger

Outlet Center on Tuesday when police arrested three men on charges of organized retail crime, identity theft, counter-

feiting and check fraud.

Quentin Kurt West, 47, of 1640 West Moreland Avenue, see tILtON page 27

‘Fairy Night in the Garden’ a delight for little girls

Maggie Newton, Jane Kelley and Anne Kelley, princesses all, wander through the “Butterfly Garden” during the annual Cackleberries Garden Center “Fairy Night in the Garden” spectacular in Meredith on Wednesday evening. 132 girls between the ages of 1 and 10 were treated to a magical adventure featuring fairies and gnomes.

(Karen Bobotas/for the Laconia Daily Sun)

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Steve Jobs stepping down as CEO of Apple

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Steve Jobs, the mind behind the iPhone, iPad and other devices that turned Apple Inc. into one of the world’s most powerful companies, resigned as CEO on Wednesday, saying he can no longer handle the job but will continue to play a role in leading the company.

The move appears to be the result of an unspecified medical condition for which he took an indefinite leave from his post in January. Apple’s chief operating officer, Tim Cook, has been named CEO. In a letter addressed to Apple’s board and the “Apple community,” Jobs said he “always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know.

Unfortunately, that day has come.”

The company said Jobs gave the board his resignation Wednesday and suggested Cook be named the company’s see APPLE page 14

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Rebels hunt Gadhafi; some die-hard loyalist still fighting TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — Libyans hunting Moammar Gadhafi offered a $2 million bounty on the fallen dictator’s head and amnesty for anyone who kills or captures him as rebels battled Wednesday to clear the last pockets of resistance from the capital Tripoli.

While some die-hard loyalists kept up the fight to defend Gadhafi, his support was crumbling by the hour. His deputy intelligence chief defected, and even his foreign minister said his 42-year rule was over.

A defiant Gadhafi vowed from hiding to fight on “until victory or martyrdom,” in an

audio message early Wednesday.

He may have little choice. Asked by the British broadcaster Channel 4 if a negotiated settlement or safe passage for Gadhafi from Libya was still possible, Foreign Minister Abdul Ati al-Obeidi said: “It looks like things have passed this kind of solution.”

Rebel leaders were beginning to set up a new government in the capital. Their interim administration, the National Transitional Council, has been based in the eastern city of Benghazi, which fell under rebel control shortly after the outbreak of widespread protests in February.

“Members of the council are now moving

one by one from Benghazi to Tripoli,” said Mansour Seyf al-Nasr, the Libyan opposition’s new ambassador to France.

Rebel officials are eager to prove they can bring a stable political future to Libya, and that their movement is more than an oftenfractious collection of tribes, ethnicities and semiautonomous militias. Mahmoud Jibril, the head of the opposition government, outlined plans for a new constitution and elections and said officials were talking to the U.N. about sending up to 200 monitors to help ensure security in Tripoli.

But the capital was far from pacified. see LIBYA page 8

HATTERAS, N.C. (AP) — Hurricane Irene could hit anywhere from North Carolina to New York this weekend, leaving officials in the path of uncertainty to make a delicate decision. Should they tell tourists to leave during one of the last weeks of the multibillion-dollar summer season?

Most were in a wait-and-see mode, holding out to get every dime before the storm’s path crystalizes. North Carolina’s governor told reporters not to scare people away.

“You will never endanger your tourists, but you also don’t want to over inflate the sense of urgency about the storm. And so let’s just hang on,” North Carolina Gov. Beverly Perdue said Wednesday. At the same time she warned to “prepare for the worst.”

In the Bahamas, tourists cut their vacations short and caught the last flights out before the airport was closed. Those who remained behind with locals prepared for a

rough night of violent winds and a dangerous storm surge that threatened to punish the low-lying chain of islands. Irene has already hit Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, causing landslides and flooding homes. One woman was killed.

On the Outer Banks of North Carolina, some tourists heeded evacuation orders for a tiny barrier island as Irene strengthened to a Category 3 storm, with winds of 120 see IRENE page 13

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Commissioners upset that registrar of deeds has failed to close independent account

By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Much to the dismay of the Belknap County Commissioners, the Registrar of Deeds, Barbara Luther, is said to have declined to comply with a recommendation made by independent auditors having to do with the closing of accounts not controlled by the county treasurer.

“This is going to be done,” Ed Philpot, the chairman of the commission, declared last night.

Last month, Sheryl Stephen Burks of Melanson Heath & Company, P.C., the newly appointed auditors, told the commissioners the firm was providing “a clean opinion,” indicating that the financial statements were accurate and correct. But, she said that the report included a number of recommendations for addressing deficiencies.

In particular, the auditors recommended that all accounts controlled and managed by depart-

ments be transferred to the county treasurer in accord with state law (RSA 29:1), which prescribes that “the county treasurer shall have custody of all moneys belonging to the county, and shall pay out the same only upon orders of the commissioners.”

Likewise, they recommended introducing procedures to ensure that financial transactions are not handled exclusively by one person in order to ensure oversight.

When the commission met on August 10 Finance Director Glen Waring told the commissioners that apart from the Registry of Deeds, all departments had complied with the recommendations. When the commissioners asked why Luther had not complied, County Administrator Debra Shackett replied that Luther had retained legal counsel and she spoke with counsel for the county in anticipation that conversation between the attorneys would lead to implementation of the recommendations. The com-

missioners expected the registry to comply before their next meeting.

However, when the commissioners met last night the matter remained unresolved. Shackett said that the attorneys, Phil McLaughlin for the registry and Paul Fitzgerald for the county had yet to arrange a meeting, “This has gone on far too long,” said Philpot, adding that the commission had approved the auditor’s recommendations and directed Luther to comply with them. “Our directions have not been followed,” he said. When Commissioner Stephen Nedeau suggested Luther be asked to explain herself, Philpot remarked “we need more than an explanation. We need a timetable. This will be done.”

Philpot told Shackett to invite Luther to attend the next meeting of the commission on September 7.

“She is welcome to bring her attorney,” he said.

NOTES: County Administrator Debra Shackett informed the commission that the county had received $178,000 in federal funds allocated by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. She said that the funding matches the estimated cost of a software package to enhance the preparation and presentation of the county budget, which the commission has agreed to purchase . . . . . . Dustin Muzzey, formerly the purchasing agent for the City of Laconia and most recently operations manager at the Department of Public Works in Gilford, has joined Belknap County as its facilities manager.

Potential buyers for Balsams Grand Resort have been identified

CONCORD (AP) — Some potential buyers are expressing interest in acquiring the northern New Hampshire resort where the first-in-the-nation presidential primary ballots are cast.

The Tillotson Corp. board of directors is having “positive discussions” with the interested parties about the Balsams Grand Resort Hotel in Dixville Notch, but no decision has been made yet, Tom Deans, a spokesman for the group, said Wednesday.

“I hope for everybody’s sake this is not a long process,” he said.

The 7,700-acre resort is still closing, at least temporarily, on Sept. 15, the date the property was to be transferred to a new owner, Ocean Properties.

The sale fell through earlier this month. “We have determined that all of the conditions required for us to finalize the purchase of the resort cannot be fulfilled,” Tom Varley, senior vice president of Ocean Properties in Portsmouth said in a statement.

Ocean Properties had planned to close the 150-year-old Balsams for renovations and reopen it sometime next year. Deans said Wednesday the board has not made a decision yet about when the resort would reopen.

“I don’t want to get any hopes up,” said Deans, managing trustee of a trust set up by the Tillotson family, which has owned the resort since 1954.

“I want people to know there’s some very positive things happening but when, how and what they will be are the things that are under discussion.”

Before he died in 2001, Neil Tillotson, who started the tradition of hosting the first votes among Dixville Notch residents in 1960 at the resort, specified that it be sold or given away and the proceeds go to charities.

The Balsams employs about 300 full- and parttime workers depending on the season, making it one of the largest employers in the North Country, a region that has lost many jobs in manufacturing in recent years.

Meanwhile, some events normally held at the Balsams in the fall have been relocated, such as a lumberjack challenge, which is to take place in Errol.

Justin Eldred, manager of the North Country Chamber of Commerce, said between 10 and 15 events usually held at the Balsams between the fall see next page

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Survey finds a lot of U.S. employers plan to drop health insurance benefit after ‘14 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Nearly one of every 10 midsized or big employers expects to stop offering health coverage to workers after insurance exchanges begin operating in 2014 as part of President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul, according to a survey by a major benefits consultant.

Towers Watson also found in its July survey that another one in five companies are unsure about what they will do after 2014. Another big benefits consultant, Mercer, found in a June survey of large and smaller employers that 8 percent are either “likely” or “very likely” to end health benefits after the exchanges start.

The surveys, which involved more than 1,200 companies, suggest that some businesses feel they will be better off dropping health insurance coverage once the exchanges start, even though they could face fines and tax headaches. The percentage of companies that are already saying they expect to do this surprised some experts, and if they follow through, it could start a trend that chips away at employersponsored health coverage, a long-standing pillar of the nation’s health system.

“If one employer does it, others likely will follow,” said Paul Fronstin of the Employee Benefit Research Institute. “You would see this playing out over the course of years, not months.”

A large majority of employers in both studies said they expect to continue offering benefits after these exchanges start. But former insurance executive Bob Laszewski said he was surprised that as many as 8 or 9 percent of companies already expect to drop coverage a couple of years before the exchanges start.

Such a move could lead to more taxes for both companies and employees, since health benefits currently are not taxed, and companies could be fined for dropping coverage. It also would give their employees a steep compensation cut if they don’t receive a pay raise, too.

“Dropping coverage is going to be very difficult for these (companies) to do,” said Laszewski, a consultant.

Towers Watson’s Randall Abbott said the survey results should be seen as a snapshot of how companies are thinking now, not as a final decision, because there still are many unresolved variables.

Companies may change their thinking once they

Vote to confirm new DOT commissioner set aside

SOMERSWORTH, N.H. (AP) — A vote on whether to confirm New Hampshire Gov. John Lynch’s nominee to head the state Transportation Department is being delayed.

The Executive Council was scheduled to decide Wednesday whether to confirm Chris Clement to head the department. Clement has been the department’s deputy commissioner and chief operating officer. Most recently, he served as director of the Office of Economic Stimulus.

His nomination has been criticized by Republicans because he said additional revenues might be needed to complete widening Interstate 93.

If confirmed, he would replace former Commissioner George Campbell, who left to take a job in the private sector and would serve out the remainder of Campbell’s term, which expires in December.

from preceding page and the spring have been canceled, such as golf tournaments and a hospital ball.

“We’re all crossing our fingers and praying here” that the Balsams reopens, he said. “We’re all trying to remain as optimistic as we can.”

One member of the Tillotson family, Rick Tillotson, started a “Save the Balsams” Facebook page encouraging North Country residents, resort workers and former guests to write to the board about keeping the Balsams open and operating until a new buyer is found.

“We feel the time urgency very strongly, to not keep this in limbo any longer than we have to,” Deans said.

learn more about how the exchanges will work or whether employees will accept them.

The health care overhaul also faces court challenges, and President Obama is up for re-election next year, two more variables that could shape what happens in 2014 and afterward.

The Obama administration took issue with the Towers Watson survey, pointing out that studies by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office and nonprofits like Urban Institute reached different conclusions.

An Urban Institute study projected that the overhaul will have little effect on employer-sponsored insurance. When lawmakers debated the legislation, the CBO projected it would only have minimal impact on employer plans. About 3 million fewer people would be covered through work, but they’d be able to get insurance elsewhere.

Health and Human Services spokesman Rich-

ard Sorian said the administration expects to see a rise in employer-sponsored health insurance, not a decline.

“History has shown that reform motivates more businesses to offer insurance,” said Sorian. “Health reform in Massachusetts uses a similar structure, and the number of people with employer-sponsored insurance in Massachusetts has increased.”

But according to Dick Powers, a spokesman for Massachusetts Health Connector, a state agency that administers its universal health law, the total is flat. He said the number of people with employersponsored coverage climbed after Massachusetts enacted reform in 2006 but has dropped back down to around pre-reform levels since the economy tanked in 2008.

The percentage of employers in the state that offer their workers health insurance has risen from 69 percent before reform to 77 percent.

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Jim Hightower

Hints of an Obama job program sound pathetic Having just been recently rolled by tea party Republicans in the debt-ceiling circus, Barack Obama now says that his priority is job creation. Wow, what took him so long?

Jobs should have been Priority No. 1 when he first took office. But instead, the Obamacans put Wall Street banksters first, dumping trillions of dollars from our public funds into saving the butts of greedheads who crashed our economy.

They bailed out Wall Streeters without even requiring that the bankers invest in job-creating, grassroots enterprises. The jobs will come later, they said. Wrong.

A fragile recovery did sprout in 2009, but, oxymoronically, it was called a “jobless recovery,” and workers keep getting pink slips. Obama himself explained that jobs are “a lagging economic indicator.” Later, he told us.

Then, last December, with an exploding crisis of joblessness knocking our economy to its knees, who did the White House help?

The super-rich! Their ridiculous Bush tax breaks were extended for another two years, without any requirements to use this windfall to create a single job.

“Soon,” Obama said back then — we’ll get to that pesky job issue ... soon. Now, the day after signing the debt reduction monstrosity that slashed trillions from programs to help working families, the president says that, at last, he’s ready to take action on jobs.

Really? What kind of action? “I will urge (Congress) to immediately take some steps — bipartisan, commonsense steps — that will make a difference,” he boldly declared.

But as we’ve seen, “bipartisan” steps only go backward. And, as for “immediately,” the Urger in Chief added that lawmakers should do it not right now, but when they get back from their month-long August vacation.

It’s always manana with Obama when it comes to workaday families.

But, get ready — President Obama says he is now ready to “pivot” to that nagging issue of American joblessness!

Pivot? How about focusing on it

relentlessly, even (dare I say it?) presidentially? After all, our economy is in the ditch not because of government deficits, but because of our deficit in good, middle-class jobs.

It’s way past time, Mr. President, for you to put on your FDR hat and get cracking on a real jobs program.

So, what does Obama’s pivot amount to? “There are things,” he recently said, “that Congress could do right now that will help create good jobs.” And — cue the trumpets — those things are: First, pass more free-trade agreements. Second, overhaul the patent laws!

What, you expected boldness?

This is pathetic. We already have a mess of free-trade scams, and they’ve led to job losses for America.

Patent reform? Any jobs that might come from that are years down the road. Are people just supposed to sit still and wait? These proposals are nothing but more trickle-down economic tinkering, not a jobs program.

They make Obama seem not only small, but ridiculous.

He wasted a ton of political capital on his senseless debt-ceiling deal with ideological know-nothings in the Republican House, when the American people were crying out consistently and emphatically that THE issue is jobs, jobs, jobs and more jobs.

Labor Day is coming up. What better time to propose a national recovery program that would hire millions of people to go to work on infrastructure and green-energy projects that America urgently needs? Put something real on the table, let the right-wing Koch-heads howl against it, then go to the countryside a la Harry Truman and hammer them with their own knownothing do-nothingism.

The people are waiting. Do they have a president or not?

(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”.)

— LETTERS — Meredith Center traffic island is 100% safer now; thank you!

To the editor, I would like to thank Holly Tetreault, Sean Stuart, Stuart’s Landscaping and anyone else involved in the transformation/beautification of the Meredith Center traffic island. It looks fantastic, is 100-percent safer (without putting in a “roundabout” or spending a million dollars) and is

appreciated by many who must navigate the area on a daily basis.

I’m sure others were involved and are deserving of thanks so please pass this public “thank you” on to them.

You’ve all done a great job and a great service to the town.

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LETTERS Tragedies caused by broken promises can be seen everywhere To the editor, Back around 1940, the cowboy singing group, the “Sons of the Pioneers” recorded a song “Heartbreak Hill”, about the “vale of broken promises where the sun never shines”.

As the effects of broken promises were in cowboy times, so the effects of broken promises are in New Hampshire today.

One set of broken promises occurred back all those many years ago, in WW II. A WW II Infantry Division had about 16,000 men in it. Of the 16,000 men, only about 3,000 were actually riflemen. The riflemen served “on line” meaning that they had no chance to get in out of the winter weather.

Someone in the army realized that the riflemen needed, desperately needed, winter boots. So the army shipped enough “Maine Shoepacs” from LL Bean to Europe, intended for the 3,000 riflemen in each infantry division.

However, none of those winter boots ever reached the riflemen because the troops in the services of supply took care of themselves first, never mind the agony they caused among the riflemen. Due to the fact that the riflemen continued to be shod with summertime boots, in my division alone, 4,000 of our riflemen were evacuated to the medical aid stations with “trenchfoot”.

“Trenchfoot” is a form of frozen feet, and trenchfoot meant the amputation of one of both feet. Only when General Patton came to our aid did we riflemen got some protection from the winter. Of the officers in our chain of

command, only General Patton gave a “hoot” about the well-being of the riflemen.

In WW II the troops in the services of supply took care of themselves first.

And so it is with office holders here in New Hampshire; they take care of themselves first, never mind that to do so they must break their oath of office, and never mind the agony they impose on the rest of the citizens of New Hampshire, never mind the callous indifference they have to the suffering of the people of New Hampshire. So here too, we see instances where the effects of public policy could be called “heartbreak hill”. We see too many instances in N.H. where (unnecessarily) “the sun never shines”, all because of officeholders who break their promises (to support and defend the Constitution). And all because our officeholders now take care of themselves first, no matter the agony they cause others, like those in the services of supply in WW II, who “took care of themselves first”.

Tragedies caused by broken promises are present and can be seen “everywhere” in the State of New Hampshire. I am nowhere close to being a General Patton, but as General Patton did for we private riflemen in WW II; now, as a Representative to the N.H. State Legislature, I’ll do what I can, to alleviate as much as I can, of the agony being caused by broken promises.

Rep. Robert Kingsbury Laconia

These phenomenal people are the unsung heroes of our schools To the editor, I have worked as a special education para educator for the Inter-Lakes school District for the past 24 years.

Because we are only paid for 185 days, (180 school days and 5 training days), I have always worked a second job for the summer. This year I had the opportunity of working with the ILES custodians. These hard working, dedicated employees have the daunting task of cleaning the entire building.

This massive undertaking begins on the last day of school in June and continues on a short time line to the end of August. This team of miracle workers also have to work around summer school and teacher training that is

held in the building.

I never realized exactly how they make everything sparkle and shine until becoming one of them. Every classroom is totally emptied after the contents are dusted or scrubbed. This includes desks, chairs, teacher desks, bookcases, file cabinets, tables and other “stuff”. The walls and cupboards are washed, as well as blackboards, whiteboards, ceiling lights and windows. Finally the carpets are vacuumed and shampooed and the tile floors receive six coats of wax. When the floors are dry, everything gets put back in and hopefully the teacher has left a map of where things go. see next page

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LETTERS U.S. tax code shouldn’t be rigged to favor the already powerful

Fantastic Milligan Memorial again supported ‘Nate’ scholarships

To the editor, Mr. Meade’s letter of August 23rd complains about a point I didn’t make.

He goes on for two paragraphs about taxes that employers pay and wonders why I didn’t address that. Well… because my own letter wasn’t about that issue. I had written about the factually false boilerplate claim that almost half of adult Americans pay no taxes. He deals with topic A by writing about topic B. That’s similar to the way an amateur magician tries to con his audience by diverting their eyes to something else in order to distract them from what’s going on.

He should realize that business taxes fall most heavily on small and mediumsized companies, and especially affect them in an uncertain economy. If the needless loopholes and giveaways that corrupt the tax code were eliminated, it would be possible to reduce business tax rates. That would give a break to the companies that most need it and who are also the ones that provide the most jobs in this country. I also have not “forgotten” the earned income tax credit. Despite what Mr. Meade claims — incorrectly — this credit does not “essentially” offset low income workers’ payrolls taxes. Congressional Budget Office data show that most lower wage workers still pay more in those taxes than they receive from the EITC. It’s also telling that the EITC is one tax break that Congressional Republicans would be more than happy to get rid off.

And it’s predictable that his letter accuses those who want more basic fairness in the tax code of being resentful of the rich. That’s just one

To the editor, On Monday, July 18, the 17th annual Milligan Memorial Golf Tournament was held at Laconia Country Club, under cloudy skies. Fortunately, the weather was the only thing about the tourney, and the day had by all who participated, that was not perfect.

So many participants, young and old, come yearly to this fun day of golfing at its finest, wanting to be involved with the Milligan Tournament in order to support its great causes.

The day began with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. and all 133 golfers were on their way to a fun 18 holes of relaxed, best ball team golf, at the area’s most beautiful golf course, Laconia Country Club. At the 7th hole, a par 3, each golfer had a chance to challenge the club pro for “closest to the pin”, and the shouts and groans from all over the course indicated the golfers were having a great time. At 2:30, with the golf games over, all the participants, and many of their families, were treated to an excellent buffet lunch put on by Chef Mark Kimball. Then everyone settled in for a riotous auction led by none other than BJ Thompson. And the day came to a conclusion by a short inspirational talk given by Brandon Hamel, a Nathan J. Babcock Scholarship Award recipient.

Another year, another fantastic Milligan Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the Nathan J. Babcock Memorial Scholarship Fund, and the Lakes

more false claim. We want to preserve an economy where people have the opportunity, through good ideas and hard work, to get wealthy. What we shouldn’t allow is an economy where someone can get rich on the backs of everyone else, or where the tax code is rigged for the already-powerful to exploit at our expense. The apologists for the stacked deck mistake fairness and a call for responsibility from everyone for class envy. It doesn’t pass the smell test when the cashier at the supermarket or the guy who works the second shift at the ball bearings plant pays more taxes, and at a higher real rate, than the most profitable multinational corporations.

To take a few examples: — Bank of America made $4.4-billion in profits last year, yet received a refund of $150-million from the IRS, on top of a $1-trillion bailout from the Federal Reserve and the Treasury.

— Chevron made $10-billion in profits last year, and got a tax refund of $19-million.

— General Electric received a $4-billion refund, even though it made $26-billion in profits in the U.S. alone, over the last five years.

While most of us — individuals, and small and medium-sized businesses — struggle with tax compliance, the most profitable corporations and the richest 1-percent of folks have been getting away with tax avoidance, thanks to welfare for the richest.

They’re happily perfecting their own nanny state.

Ed Allard Laconia

Saudi Arabia is the country we should have invaded after 9/11 To the editor, Declare Victory in Iraq and Afghanistan: pull-out all our troops and equipment immediately.

— Nearly 1,7000 deaths of our servicemen and women.

— $460-billion expended.

Americans are not destined to be occupiers, and overseas policemen.

Our military is not trained to hold and occupy foreign countries for great periods of time. Our solders, Marines and airmen are trained to attack and kill the enemy. We have an instinct for self-preservation and greatness after having endured Indian wars, revolution, civil war and invasion. The soul of the nation can live on forever and inspire future generations if we are careful where we carry our banner of freedom.

America is hated in the Middle East because we are viewed as occupiers.

We might examine in full detail what we learned from our Vietnam humiliation. We swore that a Vietnam type

war would not happen again. In Vietnam we conquered the enemy on the battle field. Our politicians sold us out at home We can confront the armies of the terrorists with Special Operations Forces using quick surgical pinpoint tactical strikes. We can move across the mountains of Afghanistan to the Indus River if need be. By occupying land we can not follow our national defense plan of warfare on an intercontinental field on multiple fronts stretching across thousands of miles.

Instead of employing an occupying army, improvise and use innovative fighting techniques with disciplined, highly trained Special Operations units using brilliant speed and surprise on the battlefield.

It is unwise to get caught up in central Asian lands. We do not seek an overseas empire. What is most astonishing is that we have been in Afghanistan for over 10 years. We are doers not occupiers. We have fought in see next page

from preceding page The head custodian has a fire drill map of the entire building that starts out as black and white. As each area of the building or rooms is cleaned that section gets colored in with a blue marker. It was rewarding to see it being filled in as the days went by.

The most challenging job was cleaning the kitchen.

To me, these phenomenal people are

the unsung heroes of our school district. Our schools look awesome! As I return to my position in the classroom on August 25, I have a new found respect for these people. Teachers, administrators, staff and parents, the next time you see a custodian while walking in the hallways, please say thank you for a job well done.

Brenda Thibeault Meredith

Region Health and Hospice organization, has taken place. Words cannot suffice to express our sincere thanks to the Milligan Family, Jerry, Barbara, Tom, Katy, and Michelle, for their kindness and support of our cause.

They are true heroes in the eyes of the Babcock Family!

With the financial support of the Milligan Memorial Golf Tournament, the Francoeur-Babcock Memorial Basketball Tournament, and private donations, this year the Nathan J. Babcock Memorial Scholarship fund was able to reward 14 area graduates with financial support to assist with their postsecondary college expenses!

The Nathan J. Babcock Foundation rewarded those students for their many acts of kindness and compassion and for their leadership in their communities.

The 2011 Nathan J. Babcock Memorial Scholarships were awarded to Gilford High School’s Caitlyn Cennano and Bethany Clarke and to Laconia High School’s Brenna Cass, Rachel Geltz, Alicia Dufield, Brandon Hamel, Samantha Seymour, Emily Dionne, Skyla Farquarhson, Jared Guilmet, and Taylor Williams. Additionally, the following college students also were awarded Nate Scholarships: Brianna Dassati, Kelsey McGettigan, and Kelly Frick. Congratulations to all the award recipients.

Thank you from the Babcock’s, Jim, Virginia, Zachary, Mollie, Evan

Our thanks to Bob providing aid after Wolfeboro boating accident To the editor, I wanted to personally thank the hot dog vender at the Wolfeboro docks for his help last Thursday. We had an accident on the boat involving a persons foot on the propeller that needed medical attention. The parents of the

victim were quite upset and Bob called his wife and she transported them to the hospital from the town docks.

So thank you Bob, from all of us.

Dan Estabrook Travel Consultant AAA Northern New England

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from preceding page Kuwait, Somalia and Iraq and we continue to fight in Afghanistan and now Libya. Under President George H. W. Bush, who took us to Kuwait only to reinstall a rotten monarchy of sheiks that indulge in white slavery, refuse democracy or universal voting rights. We must move out of the Middle East or the president must clearly define our goals there.

We have the entire North American continent to pay attention to as well as budget deficit and debt issues. Our diplomatic and commercial contacts in this hemisphere should be massaged and our faithful friends considered. We must preserve our traditional way of life; ironically we are drawn into dramatic flourishes and have been caught up defending the Europeans for 40 years and their lifestyle and standard of living is now greater than ours. They spend little on their self defense, while we expend our tax payers dollars defending them and in mysterious places. In Europe and Asia U.S. military cemeteries are memorials and shrines to mark our fallen sons.

In addition we still have 45,000 troops in Korea and more in Japan. We don’t need any dramatic flourish to leave Iraq and Afghanistan. We have shown our unprecedented determination to protect ourselves and to take revenge. We have an internationalist zeal in our political, economic and intellectual endeavors. We do not want to conquer the world.

Global order is based on free trade, international law and raw American military might.

The 9/11 terrorists We invaded the wrong country. Of 19 al-Qaeda terrorists that hijacked four American plans on a coordinated suicide attack on 9/11, 15 were from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. There was one Egyptian,

three from the United Arab Emirates and one Lebanese national. Osama bin Laden, the leader was a Saudi Arabian. The 19 hijackers died in the attacks.

America responded by launching the War on Terror, invading Afghanistan to depose the Taliban who had harbored al-Qaeda members , and by enacting the Patriot Act. The World Trade Center Complex in New York City collapsed. A total of 3,000 people died in the attacks.

In 1996 bin Laden and al-Qaeda were headquartered in the Sudan coordinating the 1998 African Embassy bombings. The decision to launch a “martyrdom operation inside America” on (9/11/01) was probably initiated in the Sudan. On May 1, 2011, President Barack (Barry) Hussain Obama announced that bin Laden had been killed in a firefight in Abbottabad, Pakistan. Bin Laden and Khalid Sheikh Mohammed the “principal architect” of the 9/11 attacks stemmed from a “violent disagreement with U.S foreign policy favoring Israel”.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed was arrested on March 1, 2003 in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Motives for the terrorist attacks include the presence of the U.S in Saudi, the support of Israel by the U.S and the sanctions against Iraq.

Bin Laden said the Americans were “too near to Mecca”, Medina and the Kaaba (the region receives 13-million visitors every year on their Hajj or pilgrimage.) and considered this a provocation to the entire Muslim world. Perhaps we should have invaded Saudi Arabia after the Khobar Towers in Daharan, bombings and the 1998 United States embassy bombings. We are being provoked into a broader war against the Islamic world. This will only motivate more allies to support al-Qaeda and

the Mujahideen. The situation in Afghanistan has deteriorated. The Afghans are not ready for a government with checks and balances.

Strangely, after the Twin Towers bombing on 9/11, President Bush secretly evacuated by plane all Saudi politicians and businessmen leaders and their families that were in the United States despite the grounding of all aircraft. Then we had the hasty passage of the the Patriot Act which Civil liberties groups have criticized.

My outspoken friends argue that corruption is prevalent everywhere and a way of life in Afghanistan.. The Imam’s accept it as they do martyrdom and scourging themselves. You have the MarxistIslamics and leftists. The ayatollahs and mullahs want a return to Islamic law. They are contemptuous to the West. Iran is in internal revolution and the Chinese syndicates benefit from our bleeding with long term oil and mineral contracts in Iraq and Afghanistan. We invaded the wrong country, we should have marched into Saudi Arabia.

Bring all our military home now.

Richard Gunnar Juve Meredith

LIBYA from page 2 A day after rebels captured Gadhafi’s vast Bab al-Aziziya compound, the symbolic center of his regime, loyalists were firing into the compound from an adjacent neighborhood where intense clashes broke out. Pro-regime snipers cut off the road to the airport. Four Italian journalists were kidnapped on the highway to Tripoli around the city of Zawiya, 30 miles west of the capital.

Tripoli’s streets were largely empty of civilians. Rebels manned checkpoints every few hundred yards, but little could be seen beyond the debris of days of fighting and weeks of accumulated garbage.

Rebels found no sign of Gadhafi after storming his compound Tuesday, but rumors churned of his possible whereabouts.

White House spokesman Josh Earnest said there was no evidence he had left Libya, but rebel officials acknowledged they could not find him.

“He might be in Sirte or any other place,” Jibril said in Paris, where he met French President Nicolas Sarkozy. Sirte, a coastal city 250 miles from Tripoli, is Gadhafi’s hometown and a bastion of regime support.

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LETTERS If America had no debt, the budget would be balanced right now To the editor, Taming the budget deficit has become an exercise in futility. The differences between Republicans and Democrats have confounded multiple attempts to address the issue. Under the terms of the debt ceiling deal a new “super committee” has been created which is charged with finding another $1.5-trillion in spending cuts from the deficit over the next 10 years.

The 12 members of Congress selected have been drawn equally from both parties and both chambers and the selections fail to inspire confidence. One donkey member heads her party’s Senate re-election campaign; one of the elephants once headed the Club for Growth, a virulently anti-tax group. Four of the 12 sat on the bipartisan Bowles/Simpson commission, and all four opposed its published plan of sweeping spending cuts and tax reform. None of the members is part of the “gang of six” senators who proposed a plan that got nowhere.

Chris Van Hollen, a congressional donkey and member, gives a donkey’s eye view of the three reasons why the super committee may exceed the low expectations. First, if they fail to agree, or if Congress rejects their proposal, then $1.2-trillion in spending cuts are automatically triggered, starting in 2013, after the election.

History tells us the politicians will vote to override the triggers before they are activated anyway. Second, failure risks encouraging a Moody and Fitch to support the downgrade of the U.S. credit rating and we’ve seen how devastating that has been. Third, Congress needs to win back the public’s trust and if the Congress cared really would the trust be this low in the first place? Now let’s all tremble at potential this logic engenders.

The public is rightfully united in its revulsion of Congress. So what should Congress do? Seventy percent of voters identifying themselves as donkeys are in favor of higher taxes as part of a budget deal; 17-percent of voters identifying themselves as elephants do. Independents are in between.

The super committee is at risk of foundering on the same rock as

its predecessors. Elephants will not agree to higher taxes and, until they do donkeys will not entertain cuts to entitlements. A bargain that combines tax and entitlement reform requires people of courage and vision willing to risk their political careers.

Those individuals are notable in their absence from this panel. The panel is dominated by political yes men and women who are answerable to ideologues whose constituencies are not benefited by compromise.

If the appetite for a deal really does exist, the impetus must come from the lead donkey. Without his consent and support and that of the leaders in Congress, the latest deficit buster committee will fare no better than its predecessors.

The task of finding $1.5-trillion in spending cuts from the deficit over the next 10 years should take about 15 minutes absent the political theater. To put the task into perspective the $150-billion dollars per year equates to about three weeks worth of tax revenues per year or a little less than 6-percent per year assuming the budget does not grow in size over the 10 year period.

If America had no debt the budget would be balanced. That’s right, if we had not borrowed $14.4-trillion dollars we would not be spending 42-percent of total tax revenue for debt service and the budget would be balanced.

That’s amazing, don’t you think? A balanced budget without giving up anything at current spending levels if we just did not have any debt.

So which came first the debt or the deficit? Clearly the deficit came first.

Therefore spending must come down.

Chalk up one for the elephants. But we never get out from under unless we pay down the debt. Therefore we must raise taxes and put all of the additional revenue toward debt reduction. Chalk up one for the donkeys.

Do you think that’s gonna happen?

My guess is it will but only when hell freezes over.

Vote early, vote often.

Just my honest opinion Marc Abear Meredith

from preceding page Mohammed al-Herizi, an opposition official, said a group of Tripoli businessmen has offered a $2 million reward for the arrest or killing of Gadhafi. The rebels themselves are offering amnesty for anyone who kills him or hands him over.

“The biggest prize is to offer amnesty, not to give money,” rebel spokesman Col. Ahmed Bani said.

Gadhafi vowed not to surrender. Speaking to a local television channel, apparently by phone, he called on residents of the Libyan capital and loyal tribesmen to free Tripoli from the “devils and traitors” who have overrun it.

Al-Sadeq al-Kabir, a rebel spokesman, denied media reports that Gadhafi had offered a cease-fire.

The rebels have taken control of much of Libya with the help of a relentless NATO air campaign that included about 7,500 strike attacks against Gadhafi’s forces. His defenses

around Tripoli melted away as the rebels rapidly advanced and entered the capital Sunday.

Jibril said a commission created with members from around Libya would write a new constitution, which would be put up for a referendum.

He didn’t specify a timetable but said that once a constitution is adopted, elections for parliament would be held within the next four months, and its president would be Libya’s interim leader until a presidential election sometime later.

“The mission of protecting civilians is not over,” Jibril said. “The other bigger and more fierce battle has not started yet. It is the rebuilding of Libya.”

In the postwar period, a new army will be created, he said, and the National Transitional Council planned “to call on all those who took up arms to join either the new army or the new police force that we will constitute in coming days.”

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GILMANTON RESIDENTS & PROPERTY OWNERS Gilmanton is in the process of issuing new decals for the recycling center. The new decals are orange, and will have an expiration date of December 31, 2013.

Please make sure you get your new decal as soon as possible, as you will need the new decal to continue to be allowed the use of the facility for trash disposal.

Beginning September 1, 2011, there will be a $3.00 (Three Dollar) fee for each decal that is issued to you. New decals must be acquired before January 1, 2012.

We will be issuing separate decals to property owners who have land only (no building on property). These decals will be a different color and shape from the regular decals, and will allow the owner to dispose of brush only. The fee for this decal is $3.00 (Three Dollars).

Local law enforcement officials address the media on Wednesday morning at the Laconia Police Station on the subject of two arrests made in connection with the so-called bedtime burglaries that have plagued the area in recent months. Left to right are Laconia Capt. William Clary, Belknap County Sheriff Craig Wiggin, Belmont Police Chief Vincent Biaocchetti, Sanbornton Police Chief Stephen Hankard and Gilford Deputy Police Chief Kevin Keenan. Laconia Police Chief Christopher Adams is at the podium. (Laconia Daily Sun photo/Gail Ober)

BURGLARIES from page one ries about a burglary on Emerald Drive.

In that robbery, the victim awoke to find an unknown man in her bedroom. She screamed and turned on the light and he fled. Affidavits said both Mullarkey and Shepard told police that one of them was in the kitchen and one of them was in the woman’s bedroom and they both fled when she started screaming. Affidavits don’t indicate which man was in the bedroom.

“I am very relieved,” said the victim’s husband yesterday.

He was out of town of the night of the burglary but attended a Police Commissioners meeting last month to personally thank officers for the professional and kind way his wife was treated by them in his absence.

As to the arrests, he said he was very grateful to the Laconia Police and law enforcement in surrounding communities for both the arrest and the efforts they put into making the arrests.

“I think they’ve done an outstanding job,” he said.

Police in four communities met with the media yesterday and confirmed that here have been 17 burglaries in Laconia; 28 in Belmont with 15 in homes that were occupied at the time; seven in Gilford and four in Sanbornton.

Sheriff Craig Wiggin, whose department has been providing support and assistance to all the police departments, said there has been one similar burglary in Gilmanton but police have not connected it to either Shepard or Mullarkey.

Police also want the public to know that while they are fairly confident they can connect Shepard and Mullarkey to at least a dozen of the burglaries,

We will still issue “temporary” permits. These permits allow a non-property owner or non-resident to dispose of household trash while helping a resident clean up their property, or for a resident who has temporary plates until they can get permanent plates for their vehicle. There will be a $3.00 (Three Dollar) fee for these permits, and will be available only in the Town Clerk’s Office.

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residents should continue to be vigilant, report suspicious activity immediately and keep their doors and windows locked.

“We can breathe a sigh of relief,” said Laconia’s head of detectives Capt. Bill Clary. “But while we are confident they did many of them we are also confident they didn’t do them all.”

All of the police supervisors at yesterday’s media conference said the burglaries remain open and the investigation into them continues.

One of the Belmont victims said the burglars should be nicknames the “my other brother Darrell bandits” because of what he calls their seeming stupidity.

He said he and his fiancee were sleeping Sunday night when someone broke into his home through a garage door he left unlocked and took his fiancee’s purse from the kitchen.

She had no money and he said he found the purse in his garage next to his truck. He said he not only had thousands of dollars worth of musical equipment in the truck but also about $100 in winning scratch tickets that he kept for emergencies.

He said he knows the burglars went through his truck because they locked it before leaving and he never locks it because he keeps it in the garage.

“These idiots went out in the pouring rain to steal about $10 and a half a pack of cigarettes,” he said. “I hope they’re happy.”

Shepard is well-known to law enforcement.

In 2007 he was convicted by a Grafton County jury of three counts of negligent homicide for crossing the double yellow line in Thornton and hitting two motorcycles head-on. Three people died and a see next page

City of Laconia Notice of Public Hearing Construction/Renovation of Huot Technical Center According to Article V of the Laconia City Charter and other applicable State Laws, the City Council will hold a public hearing during its regular Council meeting on September 12, 2011 which begins at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 200A of City Hall to gather public input and comment concerning the borrowing of money and the issuance of bonds and bond anticipation notes in an amount not to exceed $13,625,000 and the appropriation of these funds is for the following public purpose: Construction/Renovation of Huot Technical Center

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Mary Reynolds, City Clerk

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Thursday, August 25, 2011 — Page 11

Large turnout at annual meeting sign of heightened interest in WOW Trail

Engineer says Phase 2 will cost at least $1 million LACONIA — The WOW Trail Committee, at its annual meeting held yesterday afternoon, recognized some of the people who helped to create and beautify the first phase of the recreational trail and identified the challenges that must be addressed in future phases of trail construction.

The first phase of the trail — a city park largely built on railroad rightof-way land leased from the state — runs a length of slightly more than a mile, from Elm Street in Lakeport to the city’s library downtown. The second phase will continue the trail from downtown to the Belmont town line. Future phases would extend the trail north from Lakeport, through the Weirs and on to the Meredith town line. Laconia’s effort is coinciding with similar projects in neighboring towns with the ultimate goal of connecting the trails so that a person could bicycle from Meredith to Franklin and on as far as Lebanon.

Before that goal is reached, though, there are a host of challenges, including financial, political and technical.

Diane Hanley, president of the WOW Trail board, took encouragement from the many interested community members who packed the Lakes Region Chamber of Conference room where the meeting was held.

“It’s been a long time coming that we’ve had this much interest in the trail,” she said.

To thank those who had helped overcome past challenges, the committee introduced two new awards: the Fred Toll Appreciation Award and the WOW Trail Volunteer Awards.

Recipients of the awards will have their names honored in bricks laid along the trail.

The Fred Toll Award was named after a city councilor who passed away in 2005. “Fred Toll is the founding father of this group,” Hanley said, presenting the award to Toll’s sister, Sally Toll a board member who served the past year as treasurer. Of the recipient, Hanley said, “She’s been there as the CPA, the treasurer and as a major contributor to the board effort.”

Volunteer Award recipients were Heidi Blakely, who helped create from preceding page fourth victim and Shepard were seriously injured in the crash.

Shepard was neither drunk or under the influence of any drugs when the crash happened and was on his way to work.

The N.H. Supreme Court overturned his conviction saying in a 3-to-1 decision that a two-second failure to stay in his lane was not criminally negligent. His 12-year sentence was vacated.

On July 11, 2010, Shepard was arrested by Gilford Police who responded to a report of someone driving erratically in the WalMart Plaza.

Police said they found five different drugs in his possession but the charges were dropped when Shepard’s lawyer was able to get the drug evidence suppressed by challenging the

the brick sale fundraiser, and Claire Hebert and her employer, Melcher & Prescott Insurance. Hebert, through her capacity at the insurance company, works on behalf of WOW Trail issues such as facilitating murals and creating the BOW WOW Fest. “She’s done so much in the past year and a half, it’s amazing,” said Hanley.

The first phase of the trail, which was completed last year, cost about $800,000 to build. That funding came mostly from federal stimulus money, which was supplemented mostly with private funding The committee had secured Department of Transportation funding for the second phase, but the increasing costs of the first phase consumed much of those funds. As a result, the committee is currently in a fund raising phase, trying to raise enough to develop an engineering plan for the route, with which the committee will be able to use to estimate cost of the second phase.

“I think phase two is going to be unique as opposed to phase one,” said board member Steve Smith, who owns a surveying and engineering firm.

Due to environmental considerations, he said much of the trail will be built using boardwalk-type construction as compared to the asphalt paving used in the first phase. “It’s going to be at least one million,” Smith said.

The committee has traditionally used its two yearly celebrations, the WOW Ball and the WOW Fest, as its primary fundraisers. Given the magnitude of fund raising necessary for the second phase, Board Member Tom Oakley thought the board should make a public plea for significant donations. “Somebody should be cutting a check for six, eight hundred thousand... The public should know how much money we need to raise.”

Responding to a question from Jim Thompson, a resident of the Long Bay community on Paugus Bay, Hanley stated that the committee is presently only working on plans for the trail leading to the Belmont town line from downtown – only when that phase is completed will efforts be turned toward the northbound extension, see next page

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On Feb. 22, Shepard was charged

by Laconia Police for allegedly selling $100 worth of cocaine to an undercover operative working with the police department.

Affidavits indicated the the N.H. State Police Forensics Lab tested the white powder and found was actually amitriptyline — an anti-depressant.

In July, a warrant for Shepard’s arrest for sales of narcotics was issued and it was this warrant that led to his arrest last night.

Mallarkey has one previous conviction in Laconia District Court for a traffic violation.

Clary said yesterday the possible penalty for the burglary of an occupied home is 7 1/2-to-15 years for each charge that results in a conviction.

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Philibotte serves as technical advisor to the Conservation Commission and frequently substitutes for Code Enforcement Officer Dave Andrade as technical advisor to the Zoning Board of Adjustment as part of her land use duties.

One by one, members of the boards went to the podium last night to express their faith in Philibotte’s work, the position she holds and to laud her accomplishments as technical advisor.

“If you can’t support the person who supports your volunteers, how can ask people to volunteer,” said ZBA member Mark Corey, who fears the duties now performed by Philibotte will fall on those who volunteer for the land use boards and will not be done properly or efficiently, possibly opening up the town for expensive litigation.

Conservation Commission member Larry Routhier said that the commission met this morning and voted unanimously to publicly express a vote of confidence for Philibotte and the position of land use technician.

In addition, long-time Zoning Board member Doug Hill told selectmen in writing that if Philibotte is laid off, then he will tender his resignation immediately.

His letter, read aloud by Lee Duncan, said that because of the expanding paperwork requirements of the technical advisor, operating the land use boards without her would make it “impossible to complete our judicial responsibilities.”

“In my opinion, she is the back bone of the operation downstairs,” Hill, an attorney, wrote.

He also expressed his dismay that the selectmen’s decision to eliminate Philibotte’s position was made without consulting the Zoning Board.

Attorney Steve Nix also wrote a letter of support for Philibotte praising both the quality and quantity of the work she performs.

“Having represented clients for nearly 30 years in over 50 municipalities throughout New England, I am aware that this all to often scenario can cost the tax-payer/applicant several thousands of extra dollars…” he said, adding one of her roles is notifying board members about meetings and as an attorney, clients will be billed whether or not there is a quorum. from preceding page which will likely plot the trail along the railway right-of-way as it passes through the Long Bay and South Down developments. Such a proposal has not enjoyed strong support from residents there.

Once such planning begins, Hanley assured Thompson, the committee will notify all affected property owners and trail abutters and won’t attempt to surprise or strong-arm residents anywhere along the trail.

“After phase two, we can expect that’s when you will focus on us,” Thompson said. “When you get done with phase two, phase three is when it’s going to get to our community.” He added that Long Bay would form a WOW committee of its own, with the intention of acting as

“This decision is essentially selfdestructive and will inevitably cost the taxpayers in both shifted costs and increased municipal cost to replace the skill set, existing training level and commitment of Stephanie,” Nix wrote.

The moves comes just two years after Town Administrator Scott Dunn privately expressed his lack of satisfaction with the performance of Town Planner John Ayers and replaced him in his duties as technical advisor to the Conservation Commission and Zoning Board with Philibotte and Code Enforcement Officer Dave Andrade, respectively.

“Looking ahead, I strongly encourage you to keep handy a copy of the most recent edition of the N.H. Planning and Zoning regulations at all times and refer to this handbook on a frequent basis,” wrote Dunn to Ayers in a 2009 memorandum made available to The Daily Sun last night.

“I also encourage you to become better acquainted with the Zoning Ordinance and Site Plan Regulations by working on procedural methods to improve the application and review process,” Dunn continued.

Dunn also told Ayers he “should refrain, in so much as practical, from performing the any of the duties of the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer.”

The memo was addressed to Ayers but copies to all members of the town’s various land use boards.

Dunn said last night the town would save just under $30,000 in 2012 and one-quarter of that this year if Philibotte’s position is eliminated on Sept.

1 as scheduled.

According to Conservation Commission member John Goodhue, who also spoke in Philibote’s defense, the plan is to return the part-time secretary position to full-time.

As part of last year’s budget proposal, selectmen reduced the secretary’s position from full- to part-time, saving money by eliminating the benefits associated with the position and reducing the salary.

It is not known if the benefits for the secretary’s position will be reinstated.

After the public comment, Selectman Gus Benavides also expressed his desire to keep Philibotte in her current role.

Benavides made a motion to keep Philibotte “on staff” but the motion died for lack of a second.

Selectmen’s Chair John O’Brien see next page

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“That will be extremely helpful,” said Hanley, noting that her committee is still doing “damage control” from misperceptions that the trail would be run through the gated communities regardless of the wishes of residents.

Despite the many hurdles placed between the committee and its ultimate goal, Hanley said the task is worthy of their continued perseverance. A nine-mile long recreational trail in Laconia, from which residents and visitors could access trails covering much of central New Hampshire, would be a strong benefit to both quality of life and the tourism industry.

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Arrests made in theft of $8K from Laconia home

was entered during the dayLACONIA — Police have time while she was running charged a local man and errands and that money was woman with last month’s taken from a place where burglary of an elderly she had hidden it. She said woman’s home on Fairview nothing in the house was disStreet. turbed.

Blaze Gebo, 24, of 182 The Daily Sun has also Union Ave. is charged with learned that the victim is one count of burglary and related to one of the two Nicole Robie, 21, of the same address is charged Nicole Robie (left) and Blaze Gebo (Laconia Police photos) people charged with the burglary. with criminal solicitation to commit burglary.

Gebo and Robie were Police said $8,000 was taken from the woman. released on $10,000 personal recognizance bail each The burglary occurred at the same time as the and a court date of Sept. 22 has been set. bed-time burglars were striking but police said at According to the clerk of the 4th District Court, the time the Fairview Street burglary shared none Laconia Division, Gebo has previous convictions for of the characteristics of the bedtime burglaries. two separate driving while intoxicated charges, one At the time, they said they had been investigating conviction for driving after revocation and one conit separately from the others. viction for violating the controlled drug act.

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“We jam-packed as much fun as we could into the remainder of Tuesday,” said Jessica Stanton Tice of Charleston, W.Va. She left Ocracoke Island on an early-morning ferry with her husband and toddler.

“We’re still going to give North Carolina our vacation business, but we’re going to Asheville” in the mountains, she said.

Officials said Irene could cause flooding, power outages or worse as far north as Maine, even if the eye of the storm stays offshore. Hurricane-force winds were expected 50 miles from the center of the storm.

Predicting the path of such a huge storm can be tricky, but the National Hurricane Center uses computer models to come up with a “cone of uncertainty,” a three-day forecast that has become remarkably accurate in recent years. Forecasters are still about a day away from the cone reaching the East Coast.

A system currently over the Great Lakes will play a large role in determining if Irene is pushed farther to the east in the next three or four days.

The mood was calm in Virginia Beach, Va. Jimmy Capps, manager of the Breakers Resort Inn, said the 56-room hotel is about 80 percent booked for the weekend, despite a few cancellations.

“It just appears they’re not quite sure what the storm is going to do,” Capps said. “The thing I’m from preceding page said the board would be meeting with Philibotte, who was at the meeting but declined comment, in a non-public session but told the attendees it would take their statements into account.

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In nearby Norfolk, the Navy ordered the Second Fleet to prepare to move out to sea early Thursday to keep the ships safe from the storm.

In New England, some beachgoers started secondguessing vacation plans. Steven Miller, who runs a charter sport fishing company off the coast of Rhode Island, hasn’t received any cancellations, but no one has been calling to schedule trips in the next few days, either.

“The hoopla beforehand could end the season,” Miller said. “Everybody yanks their boats out, everybody leaves, and then they don’t come back because it’s so late in the season.”

Sandbags were in demand in the Northeast to protect already saturated grounds from flooding. Country music star Kenny Chesney moved a Sunday concert in Foxborough, Mass., up to Friday to avoid the storm.

High school football games were also rescheduled, and officials still hadn’t decided whether to postpone Sunday’s dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial on the National Mall. Hundreds of thousands were expected for that event.

“Tourism depends so much on the weather, which is such an unpredictable element,” said Samantha Rich, a tourism extension specialist at North Carolina State University. “An extremely hot season, an extremely cold season, a hurricane — it can make or break a season, especially for small businesses.”

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Gold plunged $104 an ounce and government bond yields rose as investors became less fearful.

An encouraging rise in orders for cars, aircraft and other long-lasting goods in July helped ease worries that the U.S. was headed for another recession. The government said durable goods orders rose 4 percent, the biggest increase since March. Orders fell in June.

The stock market spent most of the day looking like a driver given bad directions. The Dow headed lower at the start of trading, turned up 115 points by 10 a.m., then pulled another U-turn and was down 48 points shortly after midday.

Near the end of the day, the Dow

retraced its route and rose steadily in the last 90 minutes of trading to end up 143.95 points, or 1.3 percent, at 11,320.71. The Dow had surged 322 points the day before, the biggest gain since Aug. 11.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 15.25 points, or 1.3 percent, to 1,177.60. The Nasdaq rose 21.63, or 0.9 percent, to 2,467.69.

The yield on the 10-year Treasury note jumped to 2.29 percent from 2.15 percent late Tuesday. The yield had fallen below 2 percent last week, a record low, as investors piled into lower-risk assets. Bond yields fall when demand for them rises.

Large swings in the stock market have been commonplace this August.

In the week after Standard & Poor’s stripped the U.S. of its AAA rating Aug. 5, the Dow alternated between 400-point gains and losses four days in a row. That had never happened before.

APPLE from page 2 ny’s new leader. Apple said Jobs was elected board chairman and Cook is becoming a member of its board.

Jobs’ health has long been a concern for Apple investors who see him as an industry oracle who seems to know what consumers want long before they do. After his announcement, Apple stock quickly fell 5.4 percent in after-hours trading.

Jeff Gamet, managing editor of The Mac Observer online news site focused on Apple, said Jobs’ departure has more sentimental than practical significance, and that he has been telegraphing the change for several years.

“All Apple really has done is made official what they’ve been doing administratively for a while now, which is Tim runs the show and Steve gets to do his part to make sure the products come out to meet the Apple standard,” he said.

“I expect that even though there are a lot of people that right now are sad or scared because Steve is stepping back from the CEO role, that ultimately they’ll be OK,” Gamet said.

But Trip Chowdhry, an analyst with Global Equities Research, said Jobs’ maniacal attention to detail is what set Apple apart. He said Apple’s product pipeline might be secure for another few years, but predicted that the company will eventually struggle to come up with market-changing ideas.

“Apple is Steve Jobs, Steve Jobs is Apple, and Steve Jobs is innovation,” Chowdhry said. “You can teach people how to be operationally efficient, you can hire consultants to tell you how to do that, but God creates innovation. ...

Apple without Steve Jobs is nothing.”

Earlier this month Apple became the most valuable company in America, briefly surpassing Exxon Mobil.

At the market close Wednesday its market value was $349 billion, just behind Exxon Mobil’s $358 billion.

Jobs’ hits seemed to grow bigger as the years went on: After the colorful iMac computer and the now-ubiquitous iPod, the iPhone redefined the category of smart phones and the iPad all but created the market for tablet computers.

His own aura seemed part of the attraction. On stage at trade shows and company events in his uniform of jeans, sneakers and black mockturtlenecks, he’d entrance audiences with new devices, new colors, new software features, building up to a grand finale he’d predictably preface by saying, “One more thing.”

Jobs, 56, shepherded Apple from a two-man startup to Silicon Valley darling when the Apple II, the first computer for regular people to really catch on, sent IBM Corp. and others scrambling to get their own PCs to market.

After Apple suffered a slump in the mid-1980s, he was forced out of the company. He was CEO at Next, another computer company, and Pixar, the computer-animation company that produced “Toy Story” on his watch, during the 10 years before he returned.

Apple was foundering before he returned, having lost $900 million in 1996 as Microsoft Windows-based PCs dominated the computer market.

The company’s fortunes began to turn around with its first new product under his direction, the iMac, which launched in 1998 and sold about 2 million in its first 12 months.

Apple’s popularity grew in the U.S. throughout the 2000s as the eversleeker line of iPods introduced many lifelong Windows users to their first Apple gadget. Apple created another sensation in 2007 with the iPhone, the stark-looking but powerful smart phone that quickly dominated the industry.

The iPad was introduced less than a year and a half ago but has already sold nearly 29 million units as it inspired myriad rivals in a tablet computer market that scarcely existed before Apple stepped in.

As Jobs was praised for his vision, concerns about his health persisted.

The January leave was Jobs’ third medical leave over several years. He had previously survived pancreatic cancer and received a liver transplant.

Shannon Cross, an analyst at Cross Research, said Cook is a good choice to replace Jobs.

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Big Papi’s back & Red Sox roll in Texas, 13-2 ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Big Papi is back in the Boston lineup, and the Red Sox are back in first place.

David Ortiz had an RBI single on the first pitch he saw in 10 days and scored twice in his return as the Red Sox had another convincing victory over the AL West-leading Texas Rangers, 13-2 on Wednesday night.

“I felt normal. Everything was good,” Ortiz said.

“Early in the season we didn’t do well against nobody. But we’ve got a good team that knows how to compete.”

Carl Crawford, Jacoby Ellsbury and Adrian Gonzalez hit two-run homers in consecutive innings for Boston (79-50), which moved one game ahead of New York after the Yankees lost 6-4 in 10 innings to Oakland.

With 33 games left, the Red Sox aren’t yet too concerned with the standings.

“I think there’s more significance to what food’s being served in there tonight,” manager Terry Francona said, motioning toward the clubhouse.

Just like they did in their 11-5 victory a night earlier, the Red Sox jumped to a quick 6-0 lead.

The first of Dustin Pedroia’s two RBI singles off Matt Harrison (10-9) put Boston ahead to stay in the first. Ortiz immediately followed with his runscoring hit and then scored from first base on Crawford’s two-run double into the right-field corner even though the relay throw beat him to the plate.

It appeared that Mike Napoli had the one-hop relay in his mitt, but the ball came out when the catcher swiped to tag Ortiz and the Red Sox led 4-0.

Ortiz had missed nine games because of bursitis in his right heel. The injury certainly seemed to be

healed the way he was moving around the bases.

After Ortiz had a leadoff double in the fifth, Jed Lowrie had a sacrifice bunt and Crawford a sacrifice fly. Ortiz lumbered home and clipped the back of Napoli’s leg with his flop slide just ahead of the throw.

“That was a good test,” said Francona, who had a big smile on his face when he greeted Ortiz on the top step of the dugout.

“He was moving today pretty good. Nothing wrong with his heel, he’s been faking it,” Texas manager Ron Washington said before chuckling.

In his first game since Aug. 14, Ortiz extended his hitting streak to eight games — he is hitting .484 (15 of 31) in that span. Crawford matched his career high with five RBIs. Josh Beckett (11-5) allowed one run and four hits over six innings and showed some quick reflexes to make a defensive gem by catching a comeback liner.

Napoli homered and had an RBI single for the Rangers, who have lost five of seven.

Ellsbury played his second game since missing three straight after being hit in the back with a pitch.

Like he did in his return Tuesday night, when he led off the game with a single, stolen base and a run scored, Ellsbury got the Red Sox off to another strong start. He led off Wednesday’s game with an infield single, moved up on a one-out hit by Gonzalez and scored on Pedroia’s first single.

An inning later, Pedroia put the Red Sox up 5-0 when he again drove in Ellsbury, who was in scoring position after a single and a stolen base.

Kentucky jury rules against penis amputation patient SHELBYVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky truck driver who was wheeled into surgery for a simple circumcision but awoke without part of his penis lost his multimillion-dollar lawsuit Wednesday against the urologist who cut off a cancer-riddled section of the organ.

A six-man, six-woman jury deliberated briefly before saying it didn’t agree with 64-year-old Phillip Seaton and his wife, Deborah, that Dr. John Patterson had failed to exercise proper care. Seaton also sued because he said he hadn’t consented to the amputation.

The doctor said he decided to amputate less than an inch of the penis after he found potentially deadly cancer during surgery in 2007. The rest of the penis was taken off later by another doctor.

Patterson testified that when he cut the foreskin, the tip of the penis had the appearance of rotten cauliflower, indicating cancer. A pathologist later testified that tests confirmed the diagnosis.

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His attorney said during the three-day trial in Shelby County Circuit Court that the doctor saved Seaton’s life with his decisive action.

Seaton’s attorney countered that Patterson should have sewn up his patient and consulted with the couple about such a life-altering surgery and his options to treat the cancer.

“He was mutilated,” attorney Kevin George said during closing arguments that took about as long as the jury deliberations. “His manhood was taken.”

All jurors, including the forewoman, declined to comment as they filed out of the courthouse after the trial.

Seaton, a former truck driver from Waddy with a long, gray ponytail and gray beard, and his wife of 35 years had been seeking nearly $16 million in damages for “loss of service, love and affection.” They declined to comment after the verdict.

George said he planned to appeal on grounds that a doctor is allowed to change a consent for surgery only if there is a danger of imminent death.

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Mr. Morley was born May 17, 1958 in S. Weymouth, Mass., the son of Ruth (Fullerton) and Rev. Arthur D. Morley, Sr. He resided in Fryeburg, Maine for several years before moving to Bartlett two years ago. He had worked for 30 years as a machinist, most recently employed at Dearborn Precision in Fryeburg, ME. Mr. Morley was a devoted father and loved his children dearly. He was an extremely gifted musician, loved to cook and enjoyed reading and gardening. He was a huge sports enthusiast, a trivia buff and was an avid collector.

Survivors include two sons, David Morley of Suffolk,

Virginia and Jason Dallaire of Laconia, N.H.; two daughters, Ruth Morley of Meredith and Rebecca Morley of Los Angeles, California; two grandchildren, Chante Tibbs and Sophia Dallaire; two sisters, Mary L. Morley, of Bridgewater, Massachusetts and Margaret A. Martin and her husband, Raunie, of Indianapolis, Indiana.

There will be no calling hours.

A Memorial Service in celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 3:00 PM in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-BeaneSimoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N. H. Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family.

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TILTON — Rena M. (LaDuke) Dussault, 90, a longtime resident of 380 West Main St., in Tilton died Tuesday, August 23, 2011 following a period of failing health.

She was born in Concord, July 24, 1921, daughter of Raymond and Lovina (Keniston) LaDuke. For many years Rena lived in Franklin before moving to Tilton over 20 years ago. She was presently living with her daughter in Sanbornton. She worked as a machinist for many years at Webster Valve Company in Franklin. Rena can be remembered for her wonderful smile and gracious manner. She enjoyed her many trips to the ocean over the years.

Rena was predeceased by her husband, Robert E. Dussault who died in 1995.

Her family includes her son, Reginald A. Caldwell and wife Sherryl of Belmont; her daughter, Bonita Read and husband Donald of Sanbornton; step-children including, Nancy Reeder of Colorado Springs, CO; six grandchildren eight great-grandchildren, her sister, Gladys I. Slack of Boscawen; nieces and nephews.

According to Rena’s wishes there are no calling hours or services planned.

Arrangements are under the care of the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home of Tilton.

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Aug. 31 session on changes to Shoreland Protection Act offered at Gilford Community Church GILFORD — On Wednesday, August 31 starting at 6 p.m. in the basement of the Gilford Community Church, there will be a free public information session on the changes to the Comprehensive Shoreland Protection Act; now called the Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act. Presenter Jay Aube of NH Department of Environmental Services will review the recently adopted changes to the Act and discuss how these changes may impact shorefront landowners and managers.

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Joseph A. ‘Joe Holiday’ Polovick A Mass of Christian Burial for Joseph A. “Joe Holiday” Polovick will be celebrated on Friday, August 26, 2011 at 11:30 AM at St. Andre Bessette Parish, St. Joseph Church, 30 Church Street, Laconia by Rev. Matthew Mason, Associate Pastor.

Burial will follow at the New Hampshire State

Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, N.H. Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N. H. is assisting the family.

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Family Resource Center in Laconia offering parenting courses

LACONIA — The Parenting Journey, a twelve week curriculum designed for parents who want to learn more about themselves, their relationships and the resources they need to effectively parent their children, will be offered starting next month at the Family Resource Center.

Classes will be held on Monday evenings, beginning on September 19, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner and onsite childcare will be provided.

In addition to Parenting Journey, Cooperative Co-parenting and Nurturing Skills will be offered this fall, along with a variety of parenting programs including one-time workshops, on-going series, and support groups.

To register, or for information on Parenting Journey and other upcoming parenting programs, contact Shannon Robinson-Beland at 524-1741 extension 15 or email shannonr@lrcs.org.

Advance registration is requested to attend all programs. Assistance with transportation is available with advance notice and approval. Attendance certificates will be provided at all free parenting program sponsored by Lakes Region Community Services’ Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire.

Lakes Region Community Services is a not-for profit comprehensive family support agency. While LRCS’ primary focus is on the provision of supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain disorders and their families, LRCS also provides other essential and critical services.

LRCS has offices in Laconia, Plymouth and the Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire in downtown Laconia which combine to serve families residing in Belknap County and southern Grafton County.

MANCHESTER — David Tille, senior projects director for First District Congressman Frank Guinta, will hold public office hours in the towns of Gilmanton and Belmont on Wednesday, August 31.

Tille will be at the Gilmanton town office at 1 p.m. and at the Corner Meeting House in Belmont at 3 p.m.

“As part of our efforts to serve the constituents of the First Congressional District, I encourage anyone who has a problem with the federal government, or who would like to share their concerns about issues being addressed in Congress, to talk with David during these public office hours,” Guinta said.

LACONIA — The Salvation Army Thrift Store is expanding the size of it’s departments, including its chidren’s corner ,where visitors can receive a free stuffed animal.

A storewide 50 percent off sale will be held August 25-27 at the store, which is located at 77 New Salem Street.

Hours of operation of the store,

located at 77 New Salem Street, are Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. The store can be reached at 737-9998.

People who would like to donate furniture or other items and do not have means for delivery can contact Amanda Lewis at 524-1834 ext. 11 for pick-up options.

MEREDITH — Trinity Episcopal Church will host an all you-can-eat roast beef supper on Saturday, August 27 from 5-7 p.m.

The meal will feature roast beef with all the fixings, fresh picked corn on the cob and homemade desserts. Price is $10 per person or $25 per family.

In keeping with Trinity’s continuous outreach program, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Community Health and Hospice.

Tickets may be purchased at the door or reserved by calling the church office at 279-6689 or visit www.trinitymeredith.org.

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LACONIA — The Leadership Lakes Region Class of 2012 is now forming with several class members already identified.

“We have folks from the banking sector, healthcare, social agencies, economic development, retail management and a retired career social worker so far who have been accepted” said the new Program Coordinator, Jennifer McLean. “My first class is shaping up to be a diverse and interesting group and I look forward to getting started with our October orientation” she added.

Anyone interested in applying or learning more about Leadership Lakes Region can contact McLean at 5246791 or visit leadershiplakesregion.org.

At right: Lyn O’Callaghan, left, Belknap County Economic Development Council and Leadership Lakes Region Class of 2009, goes over the new class roster with Economic Development Council Executive Director, Carmen Lorentz, seated, who will attend this year. (Courtesy photo)

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“In the Lakes Region area the interest and need is very high for people wanting to enter the nursing/health care profession,” explained Peggy Selig, program director, who said the courses are required pre-requisites for anyone desiring to enter a nursing program.

It is also recommended that future nurses who have been out of high school for six years or more, take a refresher course in these subjects. There is a shortage of nurses in New Hampshire and these classes meet the entrance requirements for people

wishing to become an RN or LPN. These required courses are also necessary for anyone desiring to become a radiology technician or going into dental hygiene.

Laconia Academy will be offering these classes over a fifteen week period. Algebra I will start on Monday, August 29 and will run from 6-9 p.m.

Chemistry with a lab classes will start on Tuesday, August 30 and will meet again on Thursday evenings running from 6-8:30 p.m. both nights.

Human Biology and lab classes will start on Thursday, September 1 and will run 6-9 p.m.

Pre-registration is required in all classes. Anyone interested in enrolling or obtaining more information should contact the Laconia Adult Education Office at 524-5712.

Meredith Parks & Rec offering many fall programs MEREDITH — The Meredith Parks and Recreation Department is offering a wide variety of Fall programs.

Back by popular demand are the Meredith Preschool Playgroup, Pre K-Grade 2 Soccer program, Youth Gym and Fitness, Senior Exercise classes, 21+ pick-up Basketball, Open Climbing Wall nights, Adult Volleyball and the Gunstock Ski Program.

Some of the new programs are Kidz Creations - a pre-school arts and crafts class, a Teen Group, grades 5-8 Floor Hockey and Dodge Ball programs, Adult Dodge Ball and Yoga for women.

The drop-in program has been restructured to allow students in grades 7-12 to use the Activity Center and Game Room, free of charge, during advertised hours. For those students in grades 1-8 there will be a structured and supervised After School Program for a minimal fee.

Special events include a Fall Family Fun Festival on October 22 from 10:30 a.m. until noon, a Holiday Open House, Polar Express movie night and the annual Family Skating Party.

For more information stop in at the Community Center, visit www.meredithnh.org or call 279-8197.

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Kevin Scott Gammon August 19th ~ 2001 in a tragic accident this month comes with sad regret Brings back a day we will never forget. We little thought the end was near and only those who have lost can tell, the pain of Parting without Farewell.

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Students showing Lake Opechee project improvements on August 29 LACONIA — While many students and teachers enjoyed the summer off, six high school students and one teacher from Laconia spent their summer working with the New Hampshire Lakes Associations’ Summer Youth Employment Program for Lake Protection.

While others may have been lounging at the beach or spending time in the water with friends and family, the Laconia crew was working hard, sometimes in unbearable heat, protecting Lake Opechee from pollution and nuisance aquatic plants.

In partnership with NH LAKES, the Laconia Planning Department, the Laconia middle school and high school, Belknap Landscape Company, Inc., and Merrymeeting Daylilies, working as NH LAKES Lake Conservation Corps crew, the students installed a large lake-friendly landscaping project along the shoreline of Lake Opechee behind the Laconia Middle School.

The project, which involved constructing a 50-foot long trench, filling it with crushed stone, and planting vegetation along its entire length, reduces the amount of polluted water that runs off of the school grounds and into Lake Opechee during rainstorms.

It also beautifies the school grounds.

The students and the organizations involved in the project will hold a community open house on Monday, August 29, at the middle school from noon to 4 p.m.

The students also spent time this summer working as Lake Hosts greeting boaters at two nearby boat launches, teaching them how to prevent the spread of nuisance aquatic plants like milfoil from lake to lake and offering to conduct courtesy boat and trailer inspections to remove hitchhiking plant fragments.

Through Summer Youth Employment Program, since 2009 NH LAKES has been able to provide academically at-risk or financially disadvantaged high school youth with part-time jobs, and for students, their first job ever. Participating students work as NH LAKES Lake Conservation Corps and/or Lake Hosts up to 15 hours a week, typically for six weeks during the summer, helping to protect lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams and encourage their wise stewardship. In addition, each week the students are provided with five hours of interactive academic instruction learning about lake ecology, manage-

The NH LAKES Laconia Summer Youth Employment Program crew, first row: Danielle Daub, Janessa Mingo, Marissa Witshire, Shelby Robertson; middle: Justin Barberian; back: Les Turner and Dale Squire, helped protect the health of Lake Opechee by installing an extensive stone-lined infiltration trench to absorb polluted runoff water from the grounds of the Laconia Middle School. (Courtesy photo)

ment and protection and “green jobs.” Since 2009, this program has been implemented in six school districts.

People experiencing water runoff problems that may be affecting the health of a nearby lake, pond, river or stream, can contact Robie Parsons, NH LAKES Programs Coordinator at 226-0299 or rparsons@nhlakes.org.

Those with questions about exotic aquatic plants, or who would like to help initiate a NH LAKES Summer Youth Employment Program in their com-

Gay men’s Chorus holding auditions in September MANCHESTER — The New Hampshire Gay Men’s Chorus will be holding auditions for its Winter 2011 concert series, on three consecutive Tuesdays, September 6, 13, 20 at 6:30 pm at Brookside Congregational Church, 2013 Elm Street, Manchester, in the Manning House.

All gay and gay friendly men, age 18 years or older, are invited to join. For further information, please visit www.NHGMC.com.

Children need sleep to grow, learn, and thrive.

Our community is now home to one of only two pediatric sleep specialists in the State.

munity, can contact Andrea LaMoreaux, NH LAKES Vice President of Education & Communication at 226-0299 or alamoreaux@nhlakes.org.

The NH LAKES 2011 Summer Youth Employment Program in Laconia was funded by grants from the Samuel P. Pardoe Foundation, The Caswell foundation and the Lavoie Foundation. The program was also supported by donations and discounts from local businesses including Belknap Landscape Company, Inc. and Merrymeeting Daylilies of New Durham.

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ThermalScan wins energy audit competition LRGHealthcare

GILMANTON — Lakes Region ThermalScan took first place in the 2011 “Better Buildings” Extreme Energy Auditor competition.

The event promoted the BetterBuildings Program and focused on residential energy efficiency and demonstrating the capabilities of professional energy auditors and the tools of the trade. The auditors were challenged with a time limited comprehensive energy audit of a complex residential home to include full software modeling and homeowner presentation. Though a fun event, the competition was fierce with one of Massachusetts’ major weath-

erization companies showing up in force with the intent of taking the title.

Though temperature conditions were far from ideal for infrared imaging, Lakes Region ThermalScan demonstrated its advanced capabilities by uncovering insulation defects within wall assemblies never before found.

Lakes Region ThermalScan, a veteran owned small business, conducts Energy Star certification, energy auditing and thermal imaging services throughout New Hampshire.

Mack Willingham wins Ruth S. Joyce scholarship

Mack Willingham was recently awarded the Ruth S. Joyce Scholarship for Boys. (Courtesy photo)

NEW HAMPTON — Mackintosh Bennett Willingham, son of Charlene Joyce and Fred Willingham of New Hampton, recently became

the winner of the 24th annual Ruth S. Joyce Scholarship for Boys. The award was made my founding members, Pat Provencher and Sandy Price.

The Ruth S. Joyce Scholarship for Boys was founded in 1987 by a group of New Hampton women including Pat Provencher, Sandy Price, Hope Clement and Mary Drake, in honor of Ruth’s long time dedication to the children of the Newfound area through her role as principal of the New Hampton Community School.

The scholarship has been sustained through the generosity of time, money and spirit of multi-generations of New Hampton and Bridgewater families.

Fundraising efforts of the committee are nothing short of gargantuan.

Mack will be entering UNH in the fall as a Performing Arts major. This scholarship is of particular significance as he is the only grandson of Mrs. Joyce. Other grandparents include his maternal grandfather, Charles Francis Joyce, as well as Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Smith Jr. and the late Calder Baynard Willingham.

welcomes midwife Darlaine Laviolette

LACONIA – LRGHealthcare and the Laconia Clinic welcome Nurse Midwife Darlaine Laviolette to the local community. She will practice obstetrics and gynecology, as well as general women’s health at Caring for Women in Laconia.

She is a certified nurse midwife and attended the University of New Mexico. She is currently accepting new patients.

To schedule an appointment, call 527-1855.

Nurse Midwife Darlaine Laviolette. (Courtesy photo)

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You believe in unseen things like wind, true love and the inherent kindness of the human spirit. You’ll continually look for proof of the existence of these forces and others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20).

Instead of merely fulfilling your obligation, you will think about how your mood and attitude affect others and will supply a good dose of enthusiasm and generosity of spirit.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll become deeply involved in a group in the weeks to come. This happens slowly as you participate in activities and learn more about the history of the group and its members.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You may tense up when you are diverted from your plans this afternoon. Tell yourself that it’s all going to be fine -and probably even better than what you originally wanted. Relax and go with the flow.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You will enjoy the temporary reassignment of certain roles in your life. For instance, a sibling can be a good friend to you, your children can be your teachers, and your inner critic can also be a wonderful coach.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Collaboration is a tool for creativity. So is conflict. So when people try to get into your business or cause trouble, maybe it is the blessed event that will inspire your greatest masterpiece.

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Thursday, Aug. 25, the 237th day of 2011. There are 128 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On Aug. 25, 1944, Paris was liberated by Allied forces after four years of Nazi occupation.

On this date: In 1718, hundreds of French colonists arrived in Louisiana, with some settling in present-day New Orleans.

In 1825, Uruguay declared independence from Brazil.

In 1916, the National Park Service was established within the Department of the Interior.

In 1921, the United States signed a peace treaty with Germany.

In 1943, U.S. forces liberated New Georgia in the Solomon Islands from the Japanese during World War II. In 1958, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a measure providing pensions for former U.S. presidents and their widows.

In 1960, opening ceremonies were held for the Summer Olympics in Rome.

In 1981, the U.S. spacecraft Voyager 2 came within 63,000 miles of Saturn’s cloud cover, sending back pictures of and data about the ringed planet.

In 1985, Samantha Smith, 13, the schoolgirl whose letter to Yuri V. Andropov resulted in her famous peace tour of the Soviet Union, died with her father in an airliner crash in Auburn, Maine.

In 2009, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy died at age 77 in Hyannis Port, Mass.

One year ago: North Korea welcomed Jimmy Carter back to Pyongyang as the former U.S. president arrived to bring home Aijalon Mahli Gomes (EYE’-jah-lahn MAH’lee gohms), an American jailed in the communist country since Jan. 2010 for entering the country illegally from China.

Today’s Birthdays: Game show host Monty Hall is 90. Actor Sean Connery is 81.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS “Steel Magnolias” on stage at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse at Weirs Beach. 7:30 p.m. For tickets call 3667377 or visit www.winniplayhouse.org.

Free information session federal farm bill conservation cost-sharing programs. 5 to 6 p.m. at the new Belknap County Conservation District office at 2 Airport Road in Gilford (formerly the home of Southern NH University’s Laconia Center, just off Lake Shore Road).

Wild turkey talk hosted by the Centre Harbor Historical Society. 7 p.m. at the Schoolhouse Museum. Refreshments. Free program.

Program on the S/S Mount Washington and World War II. 7 p.m. at the N.H. Boat Museum in Wolfeboro. For more information visit www.nhbm.org.

Friends of the Meredith Public Library book sale. 4 to 7 p.m. New members receive a free tote they can fill with books for free.

Donkilo? Afro-Funk Orkestra at the N.H. Jazz Center at Pitman’s Freight Room on New Salem Street in Laconia. 8 p.m. $10. BYOB. Better Together meeting at Laconia Middle School. 4 to 6 p.m.

Angela’s Cut Above in Plymouth offers psychic reading to support the NCFCNH. 536-1198.

Laconia Main Street Outdoor Marketplace. 3 to 7 p.m. at the municipal parking lot in downtown Laconia (adjacent to the Village Bakery). Shop for locally produced vegetables, fruits, meat, bread, eggs, raw milk, wine, photography, soaps, jewelry and more. Enjoy the music of a featured artist each week while you shop and visit with your fellow residents. Every Thursday through early Oct. 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 6459518.

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.

Crafters’ Corner at the Gilford Public Library. 6 to 7:30.

For knitting, crocheting and other needlework projects.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26 “Steel Magnolias” on stage at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse at Weirs Beach. 7:30 p.m. For tickets call 3667377 or visit www.winniplayhouse.org.

Old Home Day Book, Pie & Ice Cream Sale at the Gilford Public Library. 5 to 7 p.m. First come, first served.

Gilford Community Church Fair. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Over 100 items in the silent auction this year.

Adam Boyce portrays famous fiddler and entertainer Charles Ross Taggart in a Bristol Historical Society program at Bristol Town Hall. 7 p.m. Free.

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

Fireworks over Weirs Beach. 10 p.m. Sponsored by the Weirs Action Committee and individual supporting donors.

Friends of the Meredith Public Library book sale. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. New members receive a free tote they can fill with books for free.

Gilmanton Farmers Market. 3 to 6 p.m. at the Academy building on Rte. 107.

Lakes Region NHWorks Networking Group meeting.

9 a.m. to noon to the Taylor Community’s Woodside Cafe in Laconia. Free. For professionals either in transition or working. RSVP required to Patrick Moynihan at 528-9301 or patrick.m.moynihan@nhes.nh.gov.

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Laconia Savings Bank earns 2011 Governor’s Accessibility Award CONCORD — Governor John Lynch presented Laconia Savings Bank’s Concord Heights Office with the 2011 Governor’s Accessibility Award in recognition of going above and beyond to remove barriers which keep persons with disabilities from living independent lives.

At a ceremony in the Executive Council Chamber CALENDAR from page 22

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26 Angela’s Cut Above in Plymouth offers psychic reading to support the NCFCNH. 536-1198.

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.

Sanbornton Farmers’ Market. 3 to 6 p.m. every Friday through Oct. 7 at 520 Sanborn Road (Rte. 132) in Sanbornton Square.

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

last month, Shawna DeFrancesco, Laconia Savings Bank’s Concord Heights Office Manager, accepted the award on behalf of the Concord Heights office.

A valued customer of Laconia Savings Bank recommended the bank for the award.

Governor John Lynch said “I commend Laconia Savings Bank of Concord Heights for its outstanding service and dedication to the state of New Hampshire and its citizens.”

“My office staff and I are very proud of this commendation,” said DeFrancesco. “We work hard every day to accommodate all people, and it sure is nice to know that we have made a difference in at least one person’s life.”

Laconia Savings Bank, founded in 1831, provides deposit, lending and wealth management services to families and businesses throughout the state. With 19 community offices within the state and assets exceeding $1 billion, Laconia Savings Bank is the largest independent bank in New Hampshire.

Caption: Governor John Lynch congratulates Laconia Savings Bank’s Concord Heights Office Manager, Shawna DeFrancesco, as he presents her with the 2011 Governor’s Accessibility Award. (Courtesy photo)

CITY OF LACONIA Notice of Public Hearing

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on Wednesdays - Sept 28th, Oct. 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th

In accordance with NH RSA 675:3, the City of Laconia, New Hampshire, Public Works Department in cooperation with the Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at 6:00 P.M. in Room 200 A at Laconia City Hall, 45 Beacon Street East, Laconia, NH 03246. The purpose of the hearing is to review the findings of the Jewett Brook fluvial geomorphic study with its recommendations. This Public Hearing will be held as part of the Conservation Commission meeting. A Copy of the findings will be available in the Planning/Zoning Dept located in the basement of Laconia City Hall.

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City of Laconia Notice of Public Hearing Regarding Betterment Assessment for Improvements to Phoenician Way A public hearing will be held on the September 12, 2011 during the regular Council meeting which begins at 7:00 p.m. at Laconia City Hall, 45 Beacon Street East regarding the imposition of betterment assessments against the owners of property that abuts Phoenician Way. This betterment assessment results from a request of a majority of property owners on Phoenician Way to conditionally accept the road as a Class V town road pending the outcome of a betterment assessment. Information will be provided at the public hearing regarding the scope of construction of work required, the cost to make the necessary improvements to the road, the share of the cost that will be assessed against each property, and a time period within which the betterment assessments must be paid (between one and ten years).

Mary Reynolds, City Clerk

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Thursday, August 25, 2011— Page 25

ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: I had a fabulous time in college. I was president of my sorority, a peer mentor at our advising center and active in many organizations. I also was granted many awards and honors. I loved rushing around with little sleep and juggling many things on my plate. Now my life is a different story.

I struggle with severe clinical depression and debilitating anxiety. After graduating, I took a job that pays well and I met a great guy. On paper, my life sounds pretty good. But my job makes me miserable, and I dread going into work.

There are few compliments and a ton of complaints. We work six days a week, which leaves little time to maintain friendships. When I get home at the end of the day, I feel like a failure, and all I want to do is curl up in bed. Downtime creates anxiety, which triggers my depression and leaves me crying all day.

I realize I cannot go back to the halcyon days of college and that it is unhealthy to keep looking backward. But I feel as if I am grieving for the life I used to have. How do I move on?

I am on antidepressants and am seeing a counselor, so I am working on treating my depression and anxiety, but I still feel hopeless. -- Wish There Was a Time Machine Dear Wish: The problem with having an idyllic life through college is that at some point you have to enter the real world, which isn’t nearly as supportive and affi rming, and expectations are often unrealistic. If you have never faced true adversity and developed coping skills, it can be overwhelming.

You are on the right track. You know you can’t live in the past, and you are seeking help for your depression and anxiety. While you search for a more fulfilling job, please realize that overcoming a challenging situation can be tremendously rewarding, and each time you succeed, it will become easier and more satisfying. Hang in there.

Dear Annie: How do I get a 65-year-old male to shower and get a decent haircut? My husband retired from the Navy after 30 years of service, so he should know how to keep clean. It has been at least a month since he showered, and his hair hasn’t been trimmed since February. I can hardly stand this. -- Showerless in Sheboygan Dear Showerless: Many men become lethargic and depressed when they retire, especially if their identities are strongly tied to their jobs. A sudden lack of hygiene is also indicative of depression. The armed forces offer counseling services to retirees, although your husband may no longer be eligible. Contact militaryonesource.com (1-800-342-9647) to find out. Otherwise, please ask your doctor or clergyperson to refer you to someone who can help both of you deal with his sudden change in status.

Dear Annie: You printed a letter from “Lonely in the Deep Woods,” who was not interested in spending Sunday brunches with her grown children or her husband’s. She preferred to use the time to be with her husband alone. I completely agree with your advice. She should cherish that time with her husband, grown children and grandchildren.

Many years ago, my in-laws began having Sunday dinners with their three grown children and all the grandkids. We called it “lunner” because it was after lunch but before dinner. It has been so rewarding, and I wouldn’t give it up for anything. The adults update each other on what has been going on, and the grandkids get to know their cousins. It only takes a couple of hours.

My children have gotten to know their grandparents, aunts and uncles better, as have we. And it has created rich memories that my children will have forever. I hope when my kids marry, we can carry on the tradition. -- Sundays in Oregon

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to: anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700, Los Angeles, CA 90045.

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Animals

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AKC Reg. West Highland White Terriers DOB Feb. 12, 2011, m/f, $550-650. Trained. Affectionate 524-4294

2000 Subaru Outback- Excellent condition, original owner. Auto, AWD, 4-cylinder, 5-door, keyless lock, remote start, new tires & oil change (passed inspection), 101K miles, average 25/mpg., $5,900 527-1001

Pedal boat. 2 seater, excellent condition. Moving, must sell. $150 or BO. 426-9647

BELMONT: 3BR Townhouse, full basement, w/d hookups, non-smoking building, pets negotiable. $950/month +security and reference check. Available 9/1.

387-4885.

LABRADOR PUPPIES

AKC. Outstanding English lines, bred for quality and temperament. In home raised.

(603)664-2828.

ROTTWEILER Pups, AKC, tails, shots done, parents on premises, $950. 340-6219

Thank You! Henry Has Been Found!

Thanks to all of the Daily Sun readers who helped search for Henry! He is back home safe and sound!

Announcement ADULT Basketball League forming for this fall. Interested teams should call 365-7441 for more information.

WE Pay CA$H for GOLD and SILVER : Call for appointment.

603-279-0607, Thrifty Yankee, Meredith, NH.

Appliances Frigidaire front load washer, 4 years old, used very little, $90.

Kenmore gas dryer, 6 years. old, $80. $155 for both together. Cash only, call 603-524-4406

Autos 1991 GMC Yard Plow truck with 7.5 plow $1,000. 267-6335.

1998 Dodge Neon- 4 cylinder, automatic, 4-door. $1,200. firm.

(603) 539-5194 2000 ML-320 Merc SUV immaculate condition, 101K original owner, all maintenance records, $9,900. 603-279-0623.

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2001 FORD Explorer- 4-Wheel drive, 4-door, immaculate interior, body excellent condition, AC, 71,000 miles. $5,900.

603-476-5017 2004 Ford Explorer, great shape, 146k mi, runs good. $4800 firm.

848-0014 BUYING junk cars and 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.

TOP Dollar Paid- $150 and up for unwanted & junk vehicles. Call 934-4813 WE buy junk cars and trucks!

Open 7 days a week 603-738-4952

BOATS 12 ft. Aluminum boat w/oars, $550. 2 HP Tohatsu motor $195.

603-707-1851 1984 WELLCRAFT with 2-year old 5.7 250 hp engine. Buy to fix up or use for parts. $1,200. Twin axel trailer $1,400. 630-2440 1985 Formula 242LS twin 350s, 95% restored, must see, must sell, health issues. $11,400.

293-4129.

1986 Carrazza 21ft. Speed boat very fast, rebuilt motor & outdrive, new interior, newer trailer. $5000 firm. 387-3824.

FOR Sale: 15ft Fiberglass Boat, 40hp Johnson outboard motor, trailer included, $2,000/best offer.

603-934-2278.

Must sell 1995 Larson Bowrider.

V-8, excellent condition with trailer & large bimini. $5,900 or BO.

Child Care BELMONT childcare available.

Convenient location, affordable rates & flexible hours. Lots of experience. Call 603-568-9548

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.

CHILDREN S Garden Childcare: Year-round, reliable, clean, structured, pre-K environment, one acre yard, central location.

528-1857.

CLEAN UPDATED 1-bedroom and studio apartments in Tilton.

Heat/Hot Water included. $560-$660/Month. No pets.

603-393-9693 or 916-214-7733

Employment Wanted COMPASSIONATE LNA/Care Giver. 30 years experience. Great references. Will travel, do overnight. 603-875-1232

For Rent A STUDIO in Tilton, town parking $15/year, updated, close to everything/ park. $560/ month.

916-214-7733.

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

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

BELMONT- 2-bedroom 2nd floor remodeled, quiet country setting.

Includes washer/dryer, cable and internet, woodstove w/wood, large yard, parking and storage. No smoking/pets. $900/month.

528-1408 BELMONT-1 bedroom, heat, hot water, cable included. $175/week. no pets, security, references.

(603)520-5132 BELMONT-new 2 bedroom mobile home with front porch, new appliances, washer/dryer hookup.

Located in a 55+ park - no pets, first + security and references. $1,000/Month + utilities 528-1463

Furnished single occupany rooms Beautiful Riverfront Location in Downtown Laconia From $107/ week 524-1884 or 934-3287 FRANKLIN: Quiet modern 2BR w/carport. 1st-floor, starting at $765/Month, includes heat/hot water. Security deposit & references required. No pets.

286-4845.

GILFORD Small 1-bedroom house w/galley kitchen, porch & private drive. $600/Month + utilities, no pets. 293-2750 GILFORD Small 1 bedroom house. New carpet and paint, $800/Month + utilities. No pets 293-2750 GILFORD Village remodeled cape. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, furnished, garage, new roof.

9-month or 1-year lease. $1400/month + utilities. No smoking, pets. First, last, security.

603-520-2425 GILFORD Waterfront furnished house with dock, 2 bedrms one bath screen porch, Sept. 1- June 1, $850 plus utilities, 293-0452 GILFORD. 3 bedroom home for Lease/ option to buy, Owner financing available. Big yard, over-

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GILFORD: Fully furnished condo, master bedroom, livingroom, diningroom, kitchen, water view.

Heat, hot water, electric and internet included. Short term lease available. $850/month.

(860)614-5866.

LACONIA: 1 bedroom, 2nd floor, near hospital. $190/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234

GILMANTON Iron Works Village.

Cozy,, livingroom/ Bedroom combo. Kitchen, bath, Utilities included, plus basic cable. $700/mo. No smoking/ No pets.

Security/ References. 364-3434.

GILMANTON: 2-bedroom, 1-bath house, in private lake community.

Bring your ATV, snowmobile & boat. Easy commute to Concord and Laconia. $1,100/month, Includes utilities. 603-267-8970.

LACONIA 1-Bedroom - Washer/ dryer hookup, storage, no pets.

Security Deposit & references. $600/month + utilities. 520-4353

LACONIA: Near downtown, 2nd floor, 2BR, $750 +utilities.

References & $750 security deposit required. 387-3864.

LACONIA: Small 1BR, $585/month +utilities; Large 2BR, $775/month + utilities. Non-smoking building, no dogs, coin-op laundry on site. Security and reference check. (603)387-4885.

LACONIA: 1-bedroom duplex, 2nd floor, off-street parking, heat/hot water included. No pets/no washer/dryer. $165/week.

Security deposit required.

455-6115 LACONIA: 1BR, new carpets, parking, no pets, $150/ week + utilities, security, Sec 8, 387-6810.

Laconia 3-4 Bedroom. Huge enclosed porch, washer/dryer hook-up. No pets. First + Security. $1,050/Month. 387-6810

LACONIA: 2BR, 2BA fully furnished condo, $700/month, no pets. Available August to June 978-771-7831.

LACONIA near Governors Island 3BR home, $1200 per month plus util plus dep. 345-1320

LACONIA: 2BR, 2BA fully furnished condo, $800/month, no pets.

Available now.

978-423-2310

LACONIA Province St. One bedrm $500+/month and 2 bedrm $750+/month, private parking, laundry, bright and clean, no pets.

508-423-0479.

LACONIA small 4 room 2 bedroom, 2 car parking, $175/week, no smoking, no utilities, no dogs.

Leave message for Bob 781-283-0783.

LACONIA Very nice 2 bedroom apt on Pleasant St. in stately Victorian. Hardwood floors, many extras. Private sundeck, $900/ month includes heat and hot water, 524-3892 or 630-4771.

LACONIA waterfront condo rental, 1-BR next to Naswa, private beach, no pets $800/mo.

978-855-2112 LACONIA- FURNISHED 2 bedroom $800/Month. Cabin $550/Month. 10 minutes to high school.

603-524-7701 631-665-1997 LACONIA- Large Rooms for rent.

Private bath, heat/hot water, electric, cable, parking included. Free WiFi Internet. $145/week, 603-781-6294 LACONIA- Spacious 3 bedroom, off-street parking. Hookups, 2 porches. No pets. $900/month + Utilities. 455-0874.

LACONIASpacious, newly renovated and energy efficient units with washer/dryer hookups.

2 Bedroom $825/Month, 3 Bedroom $1,100/Month.

BELMONT 2 Bedroom $725/Month; washer/dryer hookup. Call GCE @267-8023 LACONIA -Ideal 1-bedroom, large living room, hardwood floors, modern kitchen & bath, washer/dryer, Pleasant St. Heat & Hot water inlcuded.. $750/Month 528-6885

LACONIA: 3 bedroom. Clean, quiet, new carpet, near park.

Short walk to town and schools. $1,100. Heat & hot water included. Call 524-0703.

LACONIA: 3-bedroom duplex. 1st floor, off-street parking, heat/hot water included. No pets/no washer/dryer. $275/week.

Security deposit required.

455-6115 LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments.

Call for available apartments.

524-4428 LACONIA: Large first floor one bedroom apt. with two full bathrooms, Large living room, good sized kitchen with breakfast bar. Extra room suitable for office or storage.

Heat/HW included. Quiet Oppechee neighborhood. $675.00 a month call 566-6815 LAKE Winnisquam waterfront, Sanbornton, cozy cottage beautiful views, no utilities, no pets no smoking, unfurnished, $750/ month. 524-1583.

MEREDITH 1BR, 1 bath, washer dryer, monitor heat, no pets $700/ month. 279-8247 Jim. MEREDITH 3BR, 2 bath, fully furnished, washer/dryer. $900/mo. plus utilities. Non-smokers, no cats. Beach access, boat slip.

Sept.-June. (508)265-6817.

MEREDITH In Town - Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom 1.5 bath Condo with Garage. Quite location, Energy efficient. $1,095 + utilities No pets No smokers.

Rick (781)-389-2355

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

MOULTONBOROUGH 1 bedrm cottage, appliances included, large private lot, no pets, no smoking, rental references required, $700 plus utilities, first and security. (603)476-8450.

LACONIA. Very nice one bedroom apt. Clean, secure downtown location. Spacious, just repainted, heat hot water and elec. included, $175/ week. 524-3892 or 630-4771.

Nice 2-Bedroom in the Weirs washer/dryer hook-up. $855/Month + $500/security.

Heat/hot water included.

Call 494-3232. nsavoieinc@metrocast.net

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

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

NORTHFIELD Large 1 bedroom, 1st floor, separate entrance, direct basement access with coin-op laundry, $195/week including heat, electric hot water, 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

TILTON- Main St. 1 bedroom apartment $680 per month. Heat included. 393-7935.

TILTON/ LOCHMERE 2 bedroom duplex, garage underneath, fresh paint, 25 min. from Concord, $850 per month plus util. No smoking. No pets. 527-6283

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Help Wanted

BOLEN’S 1993 Suburban ST140 tractor. Mower deck 42 inch. 38 inch. snow thrower attachment, utility trailer. $900. Call 528-5440

MAPLE hutch, couch, two end ta bles, Stained glass hanging lamp.

Track light- 4 lights. 524-0842

Vinyl 78 records; Sinatra, Crosby, Glenn Miller, etc. Originals by Victor, Decca, also 33 1/3 Arthur Fiedler, George Gershwin, etc.

Large collection.

Call 603-528-1021

MASON Tenders- Commercial experience only need apply, must have license, own transportation, and be reliable. Job in Wolfeboro, NH. Pay commensurate with experience.

S.D. Szetela Mason Contractor (603)986-5518.

BRAND New 4-ft. Belly mower with belts, $300. Call 286-8020, 5-7pm.

CALAWAY bag and irons S to 4 and 3 woods. $190/ OBO. 293-7808.

CASH for antiques, coins, silver & gold, guns, knives, military, etc.

One item or a house full. Dave 528-0247 CULLIGAN used whole house water filter. $225. 603-524-7701 631-665-1997 ELECTRIC wheel chair, 2010 with charger, never used. Full tilt, many extras. $2500. 528-0761 HODGMAN Quality Hip Waders.

Women!s Size 9. Cushion insoles, fully guaranteed. New in box, never worn. $25/BO. 677-6528

WATERFRONT Townhouse Southdown Shores. 2 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, $1,150/ month, + Utilities. (617) 254-3395.

HOT Springs Prodigy model hot tub. Excellent Condition. 310 gallon capacity. Paid $4,695 asking $1,100. 524-1583

WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency apartment and a cottage including heat, hot water and lights. No pets. $150-$185/week. $400 deposit. 387-3864.

KENMORE Portable sewing ma chine $25, Eagle Claw Antique Corner chair $75, Feudal Oak (Jamestown Lounge Co.) double pedestal table 82” L x 31” W x 30” H. $300. 528-4029

For Rent-Commercial

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

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

MOBILE Home 14x70, Gilford quiet park. 2 bedrooms, 1-3/4 baths. Carport, porch, storage room, shed, generator. $15,000.

293-8155 or 520-2477.

LOCKSMITH equipment tools & supplies, ideal for start up mobile business.

FMI (603)624-2424.

MOVING: Maytag washer/dryer, like new, $300. Treadmill $200, white sofa $25. Filing cabinets & computer tables $15 each.

528-6451 PIANORGAN, good condition w/instructions and music sheets, and bench $40 524-4726 PRICED for quick sale: 11 drawer unfinished pine dresser $100, king-size bed frame, mattress and spring $100. Snowblower 30 in.

Canadiana great condition, $700.603-524-4740.

Ready for Snow? Set of 4 Winterforce M&S P225 70 16 snow tires.

Used 2 winters, $150. 505-7885 SHED: 12ft. x 16ft., 4 years old, $500.

You take it away.

387-3824.

Steel Buildings Discounted Factory Inventory.

24x36, 38x50, 33x39, 42x57, Misc. Sizes, limited availability. www.utilityking.com 866-609-4321, Source: 1IB TWO large capacity window air conditioners. Rarely used, $75 each. 267-1935

Shep Brown’s Boat Basin a Premier Full Service Marina

has an immediate position available for a

Full time, Year round

Boat Detailer & General Yard Help Detail Oriented, Light mechanical skills, Self Motivated & a Great Attitude are a must. Competitive pay plan, vacation & health benefits are available.

Please e-mail your resume to service@shepbrowns.com or call Stephen Hinchey, Service Manager at 603-279-4573.

Rowell's Sewer & Drain

For Rent by Owner 91 Bisson Ave. Laconia, NH

Heat &Elec. $750.00/Month

(603) 524-3411

For Sale 18 FT. F/G boat, motor, trailer. $1,200. 603-539-5194 1999 Appliances for sale from our summer home. Kitchenaid dishwasher, top of the line, white, perfect condition $275, GE cooktop coil. $60.

603-253-4064 2001 Kropf 37 Special Edition Park Model- Exceptionally clean, 1 bedroom. Loaded w/extras, plenty storage, upgraded insulation, appliances, furniture included, Attached 9x16, 3 season finished porch w/ furniture- must move. Currently in lakes region camp -$25K call 508-963-3504 2002 MXZ 600, 1900 miles, good shape, $1100. Complete scuba set up with Dacor regulator and computer, $700. 848-0014 32-FT. Travel Trailer: Sleeps 4, $900. 286-8020. Call 5-7pm.

AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”.

Antique farmers sink, high back, $100. Pop-up trailer frame, good utility trailer $100. 455-9846 Ariens 8 hp snowblower $400. 7 ft. pool table, like new $100.

279-6067

PART-TIME MAINTENANCE PERSON Please apply in person to:

FREE Pickup for your unwanted, useful items ... attics, cellars, garages, automobiles, boats, yardsale items & whatever.

Prompt removal. (603)930-5222.

Help Wanted ADVERTISING Sales for tourism publications and website. Must have solid sales experience.

Lakes Region, North Conway to Canadian Border. Commission only. Resume and references required. (603)356-7011.

BMW Technician Busy, independent shop requires qualified BMW Technician for expanding service department.

Send resumes to germanmotorsports@metrocast.net

GIUSEPPE S Pizzeria & Ristorante is seeking Sautee Cooks, Line Cooks and Pizza Makers.

Please apply in person, or send inquiry for interview to giuseppes@metrocast.net.

BRICKFRONT Restaurant and Lounge now hiring

Experienced Waitstaff Apply in person at: 134 Church St., Laconia

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Furniture AMAZING! Beautiful Queen or Full-size mattress set, Luxury Firm European Pillow-top style, Fabulous back & hip support, Factory sealed - new 10-Yr. warranty. Cost $1095, sell $249. Can deliver 603-305-9763.

Motorcycles

2005 Honda VT 600 CD Shadow: Back rest, Viper windshield, lowof miles, excellent condition.O $3,800. Call 603-331-2082.

BALLROOM DANCE Private lessons, couples only.

Professional Instruction, reasonable rates. 279-1329.

Land GILFORD: New to the market, 1 1/4 acre building lots, Cotton Hill area. Level, dry, surveyed & soil tested. Two available, $79,900 each. Owner/broker, 524-1234.

Mobile Homes $799 a Month New Ranch Home New “over 55 ” land lease village. “Why” pay rent? $6,000 down 240 @ 6.5%. Or $55,995.

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ROOM for Rent: Meredith, quiet country setting, shared living/kitchen, electric/hw/heat/gas cooking included. Smoking ok.

Candidates should be clean and sober.

References required. $125/week or $500/month.

Contact 707-9794.

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Open House Sunday 12 to 2 Call Kevin 603-387-7463.

Mansfield Woods, 88 North, Rt 132, New Hampton, NH.

New Hampton, NH $159,995 Over 55 Village Gorgeous, ranch, 2 car garage , full basement.

"Open house" Sun.12-2 call Kevin 603-387-7463.

Rt 132, 1,000' from post office.

ATTENTION ATTORNEY’ S! VIDEOGRAPHY by Kazolias.

Depositions, conferences, etc.

603-539-5194

is looking for 1 full-time Technician/Laborer. Candidate must be self motivated, professional and avail. to work O/T. Must have CDL Class B and be in good physical condition. Benefits include a competitive salary, 8 paid holidays and retirement plan. Forward Resumes to: mandiehagan@yahoo.com Call 934-4145

Laconia School District Laconia Middle School has an opening for a

Spanish Teacher This is a part-time position, 25 hours per week of the 2011-12 school year. NH Certification required. 3/5ths Position Please send letter of intent, resume, and three letters of reference to: Jim McCollum, Principal Laconia Middle School 150 McGrath Street, Laconia NH 03246 EOE

MARINE MECHANIC Shep Brown's Boat Basin, a Premier Full Service Marina has an Immediate Opening for a Full Time

Year round Marine Mechanic Mercruiser and Mercury certifications are preferred but not required. Competitive pay plan, vacation & health benefits are available. Must be self motivated, organized and have a great attitude. Please e-mail your resume to service@shepbrowns.com or call Stephen Hinchey, Service Manager at 603-279-4573.

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TILTON from page one ittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Edgar Thomas Rose, 47, f 3405 Colby Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Omar Patterson, 41, of 12728 Larchmere Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio were held in Belknap County Jail n lieu of $50,000 cash bail following their arraignment in Franklin District Court yesterday. They are cheduled to appear at a probable cause hearing on eptember 6.

According to Police Chief Bob Cormier, shortly efore 3:30 p.m. a loss prevention investigator at Kohl’s department stores, who was shopping at the utlet center, called police to report seeing two men uying large quantities of clothing from several tores and paying for their purchases with checks written for large amounts. He said that two men wrote checks for $700 worth of women’s clothing and 400 worth of men’s clothing at the same store at he same time using identification from Pennsylvaia and Oklahoma.

Officers and detectives began investigating immeiately. While the men continued to shop police uickly found that the checks they had written were ounterfeit and bore signatures of stolen identities.

As police watched, the men carried bags of mer-

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he remarked that when the men were booked, they were surprised to discover they were not in Vermont.

Police notified the United States Secret Service, a branch of the Treasury Department responsible for counterfeiting operations, and federal agents worked with local police throughout the night gathering information and following leads. They discovered that the trio had also cashed counterfeit payroll checks. Cormier said Left to right, Omar Patterson, Edgar T. Rose and Quentin K. West. (Tilton Police photos) that when news of their arrest reached one corporate office, an official expressed chandise to a 2011 gray Dodge Durango, registered his delight, adding that one of the suspects had and rented in Pennsylvania. When the suspects left cashed bogus payroll checks worth some $400,000. the parking lot, police stopped their vehicle.

The investigation, Cormier said, is continuing in Meanwhile, officers learned that the men passed collaboration with the United States Attorney, who counterfeit checks in amounts of between $200 and intends to file federal charges against the three. $800 to buy merchandise with a total value of more “This is big by any standard,” he said. “We still need than $3,000, in seven stores and sought to pass to find how many states they hit, how many stores, bogus checks in two others, all using stolen identihow many victims as well as where the stolen identies. The suspects were identified by sales clerks, tities came from and where they’re selling the mertaken into custody and their vehicle was impounded. chandise.”

Searching the vehicle, detectives found a portable Meanwhile, Cormier asked any police departprinter, fitted with an “magnetic ink character recments with counterfeit checks drawn on Lake Sunaognition” ink cartridge, which banks use to create pee Bank, Piscataqua Savings Bank and Claremont checks, and paper for printing checks.

Savings Bank to contact the Tilton Police DepartThe men also had pages of stolen identities they ment at 603-286-8207 or 603-286-4442. had yet to use. “They had hundreds of sheets of Cormier said that when the police were called, paper and each sheet had the personal informacommand staff, patrol officers and detectives were tion — date of birth, Social Security number, mothnot far from the outlet center and went to work er’s maiden name, everything — of an individual,” quickly. “Everything came together in time to stop Cormier said. “They were from all over the country. them before they left and once they’re gone, you’d When we arrested them they were each carrying never find them,” he said. “It was definitely a coopeight to 10 false IDs, driving licenses.” erative effort.”

Cormier said that police also found maps indiSince the men had an untold number of identities cating places they had already been or intended to in their possession, Cormier was especially pleased go. “They had been to Connecticut, Massachusetts, that their apprehension spared more victims of idenRhode Island and circled 10 or 12 cities and towns tity theft, a crime that he said “would have ruined in each state that they’d hit,” he said. Nevertheless, their lives.”

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Free estimates, Call Randy (603) 707-6499 Email: jrShorelineSolutions@yahoo.com

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Free Estimates Call Tom 293-4587

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MOVING Sale: Saturday & Sunday, August 27 & 28, 11am-?

136 Baldwin Street, Laconia.

Furniture, 1979 Harley Davidson, household items.

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