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Kindergarten enrollment in Laconia unexpectedly ticks up 17% By Gail OBer
THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
LACONIA — Superintendent Bob Champlin told the School Board last night that the School District has about 24 more kindergarten students enrolled this year than was anticipated. Even though the School District has outreach programs for parents of children younger than kindergarten age, it is nearly impossible to predict how many student will enroll each new year, he said. “If we had known we would have come (to the board) for an additional session,” he added. This is the third year the city has offered full-day kindergarten and Champlin told the board there are eight classes — two at Elm Street School, and three each at Pleasant Street School and Woodland Heights Elementary School. Ideally, Champlin said the perfect class size for kindergarten is between 16 to 18 students and the unexpected influx has pushed the average class size to 21 students per class. He told the board the class size is manageable largely because the district had see K page 10
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LACONIA — Seven years after the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) reluctantly granted a teenage girl a variance entitling her to keep two pet hens at her home on Old North Main Street the chickens have come back to the board to roost. This week the ZBA convened a sub-committee to review the definition of “agriculture” in the zoning ordinance, which not only severely restricts raising chickens but also the growing of flowers and vegetables in most parts of the city. In May, Charles Drake of 27 Bay Street applied to the ZBA for a variance to keep
between four and six laying hens, with no rooster, in an existing shed on his property, a 0.29-acre fenced lot. One abutter spoke to the request, the owner of an apartment building with seven units, who asked if tenants complained of noise or smells, could the city remove the chickens. Another, Drake’s closest abutter, wrote to the board that he had no objections. The property is zoned “residential single family” (RS) where agriculture, which includes keeping chickens, is not a permitted use. However, when the board turned to the ordinance it found that chickens were the least of its problems.
The zoning ordinance provides a lengthy definition of “agriculture,” which reads, in its entirety, “the production, keeping or maintenance, for sale, lease or personal use, of plants and animals useful to man, including but not limited to forages and sod crops; grains and seed crops; dairy animals and dairy products, poultry and poultry products; livestock, including beef cattle, sheep, swine, horses, ponies, mules or goats or any mutations or hybrids thereof, including the breeding and grazing of any or see ZOnInG page 10
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Midway through a routine Internet search, James Carter IV stumbled upon a video that just didn’t seem right. The grandson of former President Jimmy Carter and a self-fashioned Democratic opposition researcher, the younger Carter had watched countless hours of footage of Republican Mitt Romney and made it a
habit to search YouTube every few days for keywords like “Romney” and “Republicans.” But on this day in August, one clip jumped out. There was Romney, in an undisclosed location, bluntly discussing a visit to a Chinese factory with substandard conditions. “The hidden camera video — it was all blurred out at the beginning, and it was
mysterious,” Carter said. “It piqued my interest.” Something told him there might be more there than the brief clip posted on the YouTube channel “Anne Onymous.” Although not affiliated with any campaign or super PAC, Carter had made it a personal mission to help get Democrats elected in 2012 see CARTER page 12
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago’s teachers agreed Tuesday to return to the classroom after more than a week on the picket lines, ending a spiteful stalemate with Mayor Rahm Emanuel over teacher evaluations and job security, two issues at the heart of efforts to reform the nation’s public schools. Union delegates voted overwhelmingly
to suspend the strike after discussing a proposed contract settlement that had been on the table for days. Classes were to resume Wednesday. Jubilant delegates poured out of a South Side union hall singing “solidarity forever,” cheering, honking horns and yelling, “We’re going back.”
Most were eager to get to work and proud of a walkout that yielded results. “I’m very excited. I miss my students. I’m relieved because I think this contract was better than what they offered,” said America Olmedo, who teaches fourth- and fifthgrade bilingual classes. “They tried to take see CHICAGO page 11
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At debate, Kuster repeatedly tries to paint Bass in corner with Ryan MANCHESTER (AP) — New Hampshire Republican Congressman Charles Bass and his Democratic rival Ann McLane Kuster agreed Tuesday that the private sector, not government, creates jobs, but they disagreed about what government’s role should be. The two 2nd Congressional District opponents squared off in a forum over business and economic issues. Bass said the federal government has too many regulations, while Kuster said tax credits and other programs can help businesses grow. Both agreed the federal deficit must be addressed for the economy to improve. “The biggest problem business faces is an explosion of the federal government getting involved in everything,” Bass said. Kuster said America relies on the entrepreneurial spirit of business to grow, but government is there with important supports — like highways. “We’ve had these free staters come to the state who do not want government. Fine, bring your grievances to Concord but don’t drive on our highways,” she said. Kuster tried repeatedly to align Bass with GOP vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan’s conservative budget plan to cut spending such as Pell grants to students. She pointed out that he had voted for a series of automatic, across-the-board cuts that will take effect in federal defense and domestic programs on Jan. 2 if Congress does not reach a budget solution in the next few months. The compromise allowed for an increase in the limit on U.S. borrowing — historically a near-automatic move — and avoided a first-ever American default on its debt. Republicans have blamed Obama for the cuts, but Republicans and Democrats approved the deficit-cutting plan. The cuts were set in motion by the failure of the bipartisan congressional supercommittee last November to produce $1.2 trillion in spending cuts. Kuster said the vote to approve the deficit plan — called sequestration — postponed addressing the problem and showed how dysfunctional Congress is. She said she would cut redundant weapons systems and consider closing some of the 800 military sites around the world. “Annie, I can’t believe you would have voted against the budget control act. Having us go into default was much more serious,” replied Bass. Bass said bipartisan solutions are needed with
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NEW YORK (AP) — We Americans already know how fat we are. Can it get much worse? Apparently, yes, according to an advocacy group that predicts that by 2030 more than half the people in the vast majority of states will be obese. Mississippi is expected to retain its crown as the fattest state in the nation for at least two more decades. The report predicts 67 percent of that state’s adults will be obese by 2030; that would be an astounding increase from Mississippi’s current 35 percent obesity rate. The new projections were released Tuesday by Trust for America’s Health with funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Trust for America’s Health regularly reports on obesity to raise awareness, mostly relying on government figures. The group’s dismal forecast goes beyond the 42 percent national obesity level that federal health officials project by 2030. The group predicts every state would have rates above 44 percent by that time, although it didn’t calculate an overall national average. About two-thirds of Americans are overweight now. That includes those who are obese, a group that accounts for about 36 percent. Obesity rates have been holding steady in recent years. Obesity is defined as having a body-mass index of 30 or more, a measure of weight for height.
both sides willing to compromise. Deficit reduction must include entitlement reform, he said.“It isn’t going to happen either the Democratic way or the Republican way. It has to happen with both of us working together,” he said. Kuster said she agreed Congress must address the deficit, but it did not make sense to give tax breaks to the wealthy as Republicans propose — which she said is a key difference between the two. “We’ve had these tax breaks for a long time and it hasn’t created jobs,” she said. But Bass said raising taxes in a recession is a bad idea. He said he rejects “the dogma in the campaign of the rich versus the poor. This is about the economy.” The two also differed over the Affordable Care Act with Bass saying there is too much uncertainty about the law’s impacts. Kuster said the law would mean more uninsured people would gain access to coverage and ease the
cost shifting that occurs when the poor go to an expensive hospital emergency room for treatment because they have nowhere else to go. “We’ve got to find coverage for the uninsured so the rest of us can afford care,” she said. The two are in a rematch from 2010 when Bass, 60, of Peterborough beat Kuster, 56, of Hopkinton by about 3,500 votes to reclaim a seat he had held for six terms until losing in 2006. Bass easily beat four challengers in last week’s GOP primary. Kuster was unopposed. The New Hampshire Institute of Politics & Political Library at Saint Anselm College hosted the event with the Business and Industry Association, the New Hampshire Union Leader, New Hampshire Public Television and New Hampshire Public Radio. First District candidates discussed the issues Monday. Gubernatorial candidates face off on Wednesday.
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Just 3% more will seal Romney’s fate If one thing should be clear by now, it is that nothing a president or presidential candidate says is private. Assume every microphone is hot, every fundraiser is public, every side comment will be reported. You would think by this time — having been burned on the height of the trees in Michigan, his friendship with NASCAR owners and the family Cadillacs — Mitt Romney would appreciate that. With only weeks to go until the election, you would think a candidate who has been criticized repeatedly for being scripted would know that he needs to be careful when he goes off script. It’s a matter of discipline, but also of judgment. Knowing all that, how in the world could Romney say this: “There are 47-percent of the people who will vote for the president no matter what. All right, there are 47-percent who are with him, who are dependent upon government, who believe that they are victims, who believe the government has a responsibility to care for them, who believe that they are entitled to health care, to food, to housing, to you name it. That — that’s an entitlement. And the government should give it to them. And they will vote for this president no matter what. ... These are people who pay no income tax.” “(M)y job is not to worry about those people,” Romney reportedly said. “I’ll never convince them they should take personal responsibility and care for their lives.” Romney’s campaign does not dispute the accuracy of the quote. Romney does not even disown the substance of what he said. According to him, the only thing “wrong” with his dismissal of 47-percent of the voting public as “victims” who depend on government and “pay no income tax” is that he chose his words poorly. “It’s not elegantly stated, let me put it that way,” he said. “It’s a message I’m going to carry and continue to carry — which is, look, the president’s approach is attractive to people who are not paying taxes, because, frankly, my discussion about lowering taxes isn’t as attractive to them. Therefore, I’m not likely to draw them into my campaign as effectively as those who are in the middle.” Let me state the obvious: The government would shut down tomor-
row if 47-percent of all voters paid no taxes. As a matter of fact, many of us, myself included, not only pay taxes, but pay them at higher rates than Romney does. I don’t depend on the government for my job or my health care or my kids’ college tuition. I take personal responsibility not only for myself, but also for friends and family whom I am fortunate enough — and work hard enough — to be able to help. As for Romney’s “job,” the idea that a president need only concern himself with those who vote for him, that he has written off nearly half the country as victims who won’t vote for him for that reason, is wrong as a matter of principle and stunningly wrong as a matter of politics. Romney is already vulnerable because he has not made full disclosure of his tax returns. He is already vulnerable because many working people — people who take responsibility, work hard, play be the rules, don’t depend on the government for any form of handout — worry that Romney simply doesn’t “get” people like them. Romney is already vulnerable, particularly after his choice of Paul Ryan, because many senior citizens, who built this country and now do depend on the nation’s two biggest “entitlement” programs, Social Security and Medicare, are worried that Romney and Ryan will not protect those programs. Those are major vulnerabilities. But perhaps the biggest problem with Romney’s statements goes to the larger question of whether the poor judgment reflected in these remarks undermines his broader case that he is qualified to be president. The easiest way to beat a challenger is to paint him as a risk: the devil you don’t know. Remarks like this call into question not only whether Romney “gets” it, but also whether he is ready to be president. If 47-percent have already decided not to vote for him, as Romney concedes, then it will only take 3-percent more to seal his fate. (Susan Estrich is a professor of Law and Political Science at the University of Southern California Law Center. A best-selling author, lawyer and politician, as well as a teacher, she first gained national prominence as national campaign manager for Dukakis for President in 1988.)
Be forthright about roots of your seeming hatred for Mr. Youssef To the editor, Recently a letter ran in The Sun from one Werner Dietrich, smearing Republican Senate Nominee Josh Youssef, of Laconia. While I certainly respect Mr. Dietrich’s right to an opinion, I respectfully ask that he be forthright about the root of his seeming hatred for Mr. Youssef. While it seems he wishes the
voters to hear his voice from atop some sort of moral high ground, Mr. Dietrich conveniently leaves out one thing: Mr. Dietrich is a committed, dyed-in-thewool Democrat. The fact of the matter is, Mr. Dietrich is deliberately misstating facts in the same, tired partisan game. I don’t see next page
LETTERS We in the 53% need to keep our country for those who follow To the editor, Finally my guy Mitt Romney has become aggressive and is not walking on egg shells. What we do know is that Obama wants to rebuild our country “from the ground up.” I have been around since 1945. What is it he wants to change in the country we grew up in? From the ground up means a different country. All of us among the past six generations, what do you want changed in your life? For those who do not share my love for my country, please tell me, are you looking forward to surviving under socialism, loss of most freedoms, where “exceptional” and being the best will be a thing of the past, in the name of everybody is equal, even those who do not wish to participate, contribute, or be successful. Romney speaks of the 47-percent
who are takers (dependent upon me, the middle class, and 99-percent): “My job is not to worry about those people. I’ll never convince them they should take personal responsibility and care for their lives.” You are right, Mitt, so those of us who make up the 53-percent need to vote to keep our country for those who follow us; our children, our grandchildren, and other Americans who know why this country is still the best in the world! Even union members should be with me on this. In case you have forgotten, Google Peggy Joseph. She told us four years ago what Obama was going to do for her. Tuesday during my morning radio program all callers shared in the belief that if Obama is re-elected, we are doomed. Niel Young Laconia
On a profound level we will chose between ‘ignorant and free’ To the editor, “If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, it expects what never was and never will be.” Thomas Jefferson’s observation is more relevant today than when he wrote it in 1816. By “ignorant” Jefferson was not referring to a lack of math, science, or reading skills. That’s just another of the weaknesses of our education structure. He was concerned with ignorance of history and the first principles that are the bedrock of our founding and our Constitution. The 18th century Enlightenment was a milestone in the evolution of
human knowledge and understanding. The Founders were men of this Age of Reason. They created, based on the ideas of the Enlightenment, the most free, the most moral, the most just, the most affluent society in the history of civilization. Universal devolution from a devotion to these principles, as accelerated by the Obama years, is the ignorance that Jefferson prophetically feared. On a relatively superficial level we will soon decide who will occupy the White House for four years. On a profound level we will choose between “ignorant and free”. Robert E. Hood Center harbor
We know we’re in a lot of trouble if Tea Party ever gains control To the editor, Seniors — think health care! Medicare is very important to most seniors. I know it is important to me! Medicare is projected to be solvent until 2024 rather than 2016 because of the Affordable Care Act. 2016 is getting really close. Why do we need these benefits? Both my mother and my mother in law needed surgery followed by short term nursing home care. Their benefits were a huge help with the cost of the care. They were provided with
professional medical care and physical therapy without breaking the personal bank accounts of these seniors. We simply do not know where we stand with Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan. We do know that we are in a lot of trouble if the Tea Party is in control. President Obama will not repeal health care. He will protect our benefits. He has clearly stated that he is against the voucher plan. Please vote democratic and avoid gambling with our health care. Paul Bonneville Lochmere
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LETTERS Don’t watch Fox News, it’s slanted; instead watch CNN & MSNBC To the editor, We were taught in grammar school that our government is made up of three branches — Executive (President), Legislative (Congress), and the Judicial (Supreme Court). For a true democracy to operate correctly we must identify a fourth component or fundamental feature. This essential component is the press or the media – TV, radio, newspapers, news magazines, Internet websites, etc. A democracy is dependent upon an educated and knowledgeable public. The role of the press is to let the citizens know what is happening and, with educated fair minded reporters, what it means. Truthful news analysis, such as “Washington Week” on the Public Broadcasting System TV, will help us interpret a news story for its meaning. Reporting by the press must be truthful and complete. Here is where we have serious problems in America. Several organizations of the press are not truthful or complete. Take Fox News. This cable so called “news” program continually reports slanted information and outright lies. Anyone who watches Fox news is being lied to with distortions slanted to the very right wing conservative point of view. Fox is not a legitimate “news” station. They are certainly not “fair and balanced” as advertised. If you watch and believe Fox news you are getting an extremely distorted view of America. This program is nationwide and as
a consequence is very dangerous for our democracy. Without the truth we cannot make the correct decisions to keep a healthy democracy. Another problem is our main stream electronic media. This includes ABC, CBS, and NBC. I have noticed that much of their reporting is sanitized. It is not complete and often leaves the viewer with incomplete information. For example, the proven undisputed lies of Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan are not pointed out at every reporting. This leaves the viewer thinking that what is being said is the truth. Cable TV stations like CNN and MSNBC are much more informative about reporting all the inaccuracies spoken by the candidate. In the case of newspapers and websites, some are very accurate like The New York Times and others are slanted to misinform the reader. News magazines such as Newsweek are good at presenting all sides and are considered fair and balanced. In closing, if you want to contribute to making a healthy democracy use the press wisely. Do not watch Fox news; do watch CNN and MSNBC. Select your radio stations and print news that are proven to present fair and balanced material. The Rush Limbaugh talk show is not going to make this country stronger; it only promotes anger, hate, divisiveness, and confusion. Dr. Thomas Dawson Laconia
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consider before you jump to that conclusion. First, schools are top heavy. For each teacher in the classroom (there are 2,534,000 of them), there is an additional person working doing something else. Three hundred thousand of them are clerical and secretarial staff, 64,000 are officials, principals and assistant principals, 383,000 are other professional staff, and 726,000 are service workers (Digest of Educational Statistics). Call me crazy, but I am thinking it is possible to cut something other than teachers. Like all government programs, our schools spend way more per pupil than private equivalents do because they are inefficient. According to the Statistical Abstract of the United States we spend an average of $11,749 per student in our public school system (K-12). Private school tuition is just $7,848 per pupil. Let me ask you this, “Given the choice would you rather send your child to a public or private school?” Where would they get a better education? Did you know we can get a better education for our students for less money at private schools? By way of reference, the median tuition at four year public colleges is $7,171. According to policy analyst Adam Schaeffer, who made a detailed examination of the budgets of 18 school districts, schools are understating their per-pupil spending significantly by not including debt service, employee benefits, transportation costs, etc. Los Angeles for example states their costs at $19,000 per pupil but actually spends $25,000. The District of see next page
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To the editor, The primary is over and now is the time to make the real choice for our state senator. Jeanie Forrester has done an excellent job on our behalf as our state senator and is always ready to take the time to listen to us as residents and voters. She votes in the best interests of District #2 and the State of New Hampshire. Senator Forrester is cost conscious, thinks about the future and weighs whether or not these decisions work effectively and benefit us. She is well acquainted with business needs, the cost and benefits of education, rec-
reation, vocational training, and the budget needs of the police, fire, highway department, and the schools. Jeanie understands the value of money and getting the most effort and information with the committees she serves on in Concord. In order to make proper decisions and complete the tasks assigned, she evaluates the implications now and into the future and that “needs not wants” are met. Vote for Jeanie Forrester. Talk is cheap. Votes count. Her record shows that we can count on her. Can she count on you? Jim Hughes Meredith
from preceding page Columbia states their costs at $17,542 when it is actually $28,170. Inflation adjusted spending for public schools rose by 49-percent from 1984 to 2004 and by more than 100-percent from 1970 to 2005. Standard test scores remain flat over that same period. Our public schools are falling behind the rest of the world, and our students are not competitive. I have witnessed this first-hand as an adjunct instructor teaching in our community college system. Many students come in to college with minimal reading and writing skills. It is heartbreaking, but the answer is not more money. We spend more than enough money on education. The system needs to be reformed like you would with a business. Why do private schools get better results with less money? Because it is a business and customers can leave if they do not like the product. If you do not like the “product” of a public school, where do you go? You can go to a pri-
vate school if you can afford it, but if not, what is the impact to the school if you are unhappy? —nothing! You can complain, but you cannot take your tuition money elsewhere. So back to the point; like the school system entire government is bloated, out of control, underperforming and in need of reform. It needs to be run like a business, where unhappy customers can leave and take their money elsewhere. Wouldn’t you like a choice when it came time to renew your driver’s license? (Go to the government office or the privately run office?) Everything needs to be cut. Cutting and reforming the system must be done. It is either that or financial collapse. Sticking your head in the sand does not help. Romney and Ryan are talking about not only cutting, but actually fixing or eliminating the bloated bureaucracies; we should be cheering them for it. After all, it is our money they are wasting. Terry Lewis Sanbornton
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Police to put loot from burglary spree on display for victims to look through LACONIA — City police are working with the Gilmanton Police Department and will display the jewelry and personal belongings recovered on September 26 at 7 p.m. in the community room of the Laconia Police Department. The viewing is for those victims in Laconia who have reported burglaries in the city who may have allegedly been victimized by Daniel Roberts, 21, Jamie Peterson, 26, or Jacqualyn Oliver, 25, all of Allens Mill Road in Gilmanton. The three were arrested by Gilmanton and Belmont Police in their Allens Mills Road Home on Sept. 6. In affidavits submitted to the 4th
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GILFORD — Planning Director John Ayre said yesterday that on Monday night the Planning Board unanimously approved the proposed 1,500 seat expansion for the U.S. Cellular Meadowbrook Pavilion. Ayre said the board members also discussed the same issues reviewed at last week’s project review meeting of sound and noise, traffic and a second way to leave the property but approved designer Steve Smith’s proposal as presented. The proposal will expand the pavilion to accommodate 2,336 patrons inside and reduce the amount of seating outside or “lawn seating.”
The Meadowbrook expansion would also add 182 parking spaces but will not be encroaching into the nearby wooded wetlands. Smith said the project would begin as soon as possible so it can be finished in time for the 2013 season. Smith said the expansion would allow the entertainment venue to stay competitive with similar venues in New England for entertainers and patrons. He said it is typical to sell all of the seats under the pavilion but said people hold off on buying lawn tickets until they see a weather report. — Gail Ober
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MEREDITH — The tension which has dogged relations between the Board of Selectmen and the Trustees of the Library throughout the summer eased somewhat this week as the board politely acquiesced in the trustees’ decision to reclassify a position against its wishes and unanimously approved the trustees’ nominees to fill two vacancies among their number. Both the Selectboard and trustees concurred when Duncan McNeish, who has served as a trustee for three decades, said “we need to work better together.” And when selectman Carla Horne read from the state statute proclaiming that “the public library is a valuable supplement to the formal system of free public education and as such deserves adequate financial support from government at all levels” her colleague Peter Brothers remarked “that’s a good way to end it.” However, the limits of detente may soon be tested as the trustees press for assistance from the town in addressing structural and programmatic issues facing the library. In June, Norman Larson of Christopher P. Williams Architects reported that an investment of between $260,000 and $383,000 would be required to overcome safety issues, undertake immediate repairs and ultimately restore and preserve the library building. Shortly afterwards, consultant Jackie Bonafide presented a strategic plan for the future of the library. Although the trustees made no direct mention of either to the selectmen this week, McNeish reminded them “the town owns the land and the town owns the building. We are stewards of the library.” The personnel issue arose in March when the trustees approached Brenda Vittner, director of administrative services, about reclassifying the employee who manages information technology at the library, jumping the position three pay grades and increasing its hourly wage by 19-percent. Vittner advised them that budget directive precluded the reclassification of positions. Nevertheless, in May, Rhetta Colon, who chairs the trustees, wrote Town Manager Phil Warren to say that the trustees have “taken steps to align library policies and procedures with those of the town,” but “it is the trustees’ responsibility to determine how library funds will be expended.” Warren conceded that state law authorizes the trustees “to set wages and rates for employees,” while explaining that “amendments to the salary plan may be made by the Board of Selectmen upon recommendation by the town manager, when changes in responsibility or work of classes, rates of pay, the town’s financial position and policies, or other information warrant such action.” Likewise, he reminded Colon of the budget directive. When the issue reached the Selectboard in June, Warren said that the responsibilities of other employees
had grown without either reclassifying their positions or raising their wages. He suggested that action by the trustees would make it more difficult “to uphold the integrity of the program.” The Selectboard agreed. But, when the trustees appeared before the selectmen this week, Colon reaffirmed their decision to reclassify the position and adjust the compensation, adding anomy that doing so would “achieve significant efficiencies and savings for the library and the town.” Brothers described the state law defining the relationship between libraries and towns, which grants autonomy to trustees, as “far from perfect.” As a result, he claimed “there are times when it is very convenient for the library to be part of the town and there are other times when it is not. We have one we have one group with a different set of marching orders ,” he continued, “and that can upset morale and eliminate some consistency.” “I’m not scolding, only making an observation,” Brothers told the trustees, asking them to “carefully consider decisions at odds with the town’s policies.” Colon assured him “we took the decision very seriously.” Meanwhile, the selectmen and trustees also sparred over the process of appointing trustees. In July, Colon informed the selectmen that the trustees intended to present two nominees for appointment at the next meeting of the selectboard. Warren, on behalf of Miller Lovett, chair of the board, replied that any nominations should be forwarded to his office and that the selectmen would set the process for making appointments, “including future date when candidates for the positions can be interviewed be the board.” Calling Warren’s response “confusing,” Colon explained that for 25 years the trustees have advertised the positions, reviewed the applications and interviewed the candidates then submitted nominations to the selectmen for appointment. When the selectmen met last month Lovett, echoed by Brothers and Nate Torr, suggested that the trustees, who advertised the vacancies at the library, notified the Friends of the Meredith Library and relied on personal contacts, should cast a wider net. Furthermore, Brothers offered that the appointment process should be the same for all boards and committees of the town. That prompted Paul Eldridge, a trustee, to remark that he sensed “there is an impression on the Selectboard that they control the library” and to remind the selectmen of state law. After agreeing to suspend the nominations and advertise the vacancies more widely, the trustees return to the Selectboard this week with two nominations, Mary Richardson, a stay-at-home mother of four and regular patron of the library, and Pam Colburn, a former teachers with degrees from Smith College and Edinburgh University. Both were appointed without dissent.
Responding to allegations of dirty tricks, Youssef implies notes to Franklin voters were signed by campaign volunteer named ‘Ken’ BY ED ENGLER
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LACONIA — Josh Youseff on Tuesday posted to his campaign website a statement intended to clear up allegations he resorted to dirty tricks to win his District 7 Republican Primary race against Bill Grimm on Franklin. Youssef is now the Republican standard bearer in the local race for State Senate and has been under some postprimary pressure from Senate and state GOP leaders to answer allegations made by his ex-wife’s divorce attorney and Republicans in Franklin who were backing Grimm. Youssef defeated Grimm 2,751 to 2,435 on September 11 and will face Democrat Andrew Hosmer, also from Laconia, in the November 6 general election. Senate Majority Leader Jeb Bradley of Wolfeboro went so far as the tell the Concord Monitor that Youssef should remove himself from the race if he is unable to satisfactorily explain the allegations made against him. Republican leaders have no legal means of forcing Youssef from the race if he doesn’t meet their demands to properly address allegations made against him but they do have the power to withhold funding that could be critical to his campaign. Perhaps the most serious primary allegation being alleged against Youssef is that he sent out a misleading mailing to Franklin voters because it included a personalized note attached that encouraged people to vote for Youssef. According to Grimm backers in Franklin, the notes were simply signed “Ken” and they believe it was attempt to mislead voters into thinking that Mayor Ken Merrifield was supporting Youssef. Merrifield was in fact a strong supporter of Grimm. Youssef’s Internet posting notes that the mailing in question was sponsored by and organization called Friends of Josh Youssef and a total of $409 was spent on it. As for the note: “Several campaign volunteers stuffing envelopes wrote personalized comments on “PostIt” notes that went along with the mailing insert and signed them with their first name,” is Youssef’s explanation. “There was never any itent to create any confusion between the volunteer stuffing our envelopes and any supporters on my Republican opponent.” To date, there have been no reports of anyone in Franklin receiving a note in the mail that was signed by anyone other than “Ken”. The registered fiscal agent for Friends of Josh Youssef is his girlfriend, Julie Griffin. The second major campaign-related allegation pending against Youssef is that he created or had created an online blog that sought to mimic one maintained by GOP stalwart Ed Mosca of Manchester, his former wife’s attorney. The attorney maintains a blog at edmosca.com and the impersonation is/ was at edmoscablog.com. Mosca has publicly charged that Youssef created the second blog and posted items flattering to Youssef on it, whereas the original contains material
detrimental to the Laconia candidate. Youssef was bitterly divorced from his wife in 2006 and in 2009 she made a request for additional child support for their now 9-year-old son based on the apparent success of Youssef’s small chain of computer repair stores called Same Day Computer. Youssef has fought that request at every turn and the matter is still tied up in court. Throughout the primary campaign, Mosca was in contact with newspaper reporters covering the District 7 primary race, encouraging them to write stories that exposed Youssef’s problems with his ex-wife and pointing them in the direction of legal documents he believes support his case that Youssef has been lying to courts in an attempt to shield income from his ex-wife and son. Youssef’s new Ineternet posting seems to indirectly take credit for the edmoscablog.com website without exactly saying so but claims no laws were broken: “The website had articles and letters to the editor (signed by the individuals who wrote them) which were written about me and were previously published by The Laconia Daily Sun and possibly other news agencies. There was a disclaimer on the website that stated: ‘This site is not owned or authored by, or in an way affiliated with N.H. Attorney Edward C. Mosca, N.H. Bar ID 9353 or www.edmosca.com. All content herein obatined from public sources, is opinion of author, and/or is provided for informational/educational purposes only’. Nowhere on the site were there any statements of endorsement attributed to N.H. attorney Ed Mosca. In fact, there were no statements, thoughts, or opinions of any kind attributed to Ed Mosca.” It is not clear what Youssef expected to gain politically from creating the mimic website. Nor is it clear what advantage Mosca believes Youssef actually enjoyed by creating it. Among the allegations that Mosca hurled at Youssef during the primary was that the Laconia man had told a New Hampshire court deciding the child support issue that he couldn’t afford to pay more because he owes the Internal Revenue Service $50,000. Youssef addressed that charge in his new posting as well, saying: “It has been alleged that I have tax problems with the IRS. I am in good standing with the Internal Revenue Service. There are no unresolved issued between the IRS and myself.” Hosmer last night reacted to Youssef’s posting with his own official comment: “From his latest self-serving statements, it remains clear that Mr. Youseff is running for the State Senate to pursue his narrow personal agenda, including seeking revenge against the people involved in his divorce case.” Since the dirty tricks issue was raised last week by Mosca, the Daily Sun has been unseccessful in speaking with Youssef directly about the allegations. Twice he has responded to requests for interviews with formal, written statements of position, including the one posted on his website on Tuesday.
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Police later spoke with another person who told described two people, one wearing shorts and one wearing jeans, running through the complex. A second witness described two males, one wearing a white T-shirt and one wearing a green Boston Celtics Paul Pierce jersey running into the woods. Adams said police believe the victim was specifically targeted and there is no danger to the general public although he asks residents in general to be aware of their surroundings and to report suspicious vehicles or people to the police immediately. Anyone with any information about Monday’s assault is asked to call the Northfield Police Department at 2868514. — Gail Ober
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Contrary to the implication made in a headline that appeared on page one of our Tuesday, Sept. 18 issue, the Laconia Parks and Recreation Commission has “accepted” for consideration, but not approved, a concept plan developed by Wyatt Park area
residents which would see the park’s two basketball courts remain in their current location. The plan is being reviewed by the Parks Department and will be considered by the commission for possible implementation at the commissions’s November meeting.
ZONING from page one all of such animals; bees and apiary products; fur animals; trees and forest products; fruits of all kinds, including grapes, nuts and berries; vegetables; nursery, floral, ornamental and greenhouse products; or lands devoted to a soil conservation or forestry management program.” Agricultural uses, including livestock, are permitted in only four zones — rural residential 1 (RR1), rural residential 2 (RR2), commercial resort (CR) and airport and industrial (AI). Excluding livestock, agricultural uses are permitted in these four zones as well as the industrial (I) and industrial park (IP) zones. In other words, agriculture as defined is not permitted in most of the densely developed and heavily populated parts of the city. But, since the definition refers not only to commercial operations but also
“personal use,” as written the ordinance requires a variance to till a vegetable patch, cultivate a grape vine, or plant a flower garden on most of the house lots in the city. When Planning Director Shanna Saunders confirmed the effect of the ordinance, Dennis Robitaille of the ZBA questioned the wording, which prohibited property owners from growing vegetables and flowers for their personal use. However, the minutes of the meeting indicate that the ZBA confined its deliberations to the matter of chickens and, fearing to set a precedent or permit a use that would remain with the lot, unanimously denied Drake’s request for a variance. Drake asked the ZBA to reconsider its decision and, although the board denied his request last month, it recognized that chickens were not the only issue and agreed to address the flaws in the ordinance.
KINDERGARTEN from page one had already implemented an “Pre-K” kindergarten outreach program that prepares parents who are sending their children to kindergarten. The program provides parents access to learning tools, gives them some idea of what they can expect when their child enters kindergarten and, in general, Champlin said the district has seen children more prepared for kindergarten than before the program was implemented. Assistant Superintendent Terri Forsten said the participation rate in the pre-kindergarten programs is high and the district is constantly reaching out now to parents of young children. Champlin said the other class enrollments are where the district thought they’d be. The School District also asks the parents of newly enrolled kindergarten students if they have younger children at home and begins contacting them with information about the School District.
He said the overall school district population is about 2,200 students. The level remains down from the 2,500 that was the norm for decades. Champlin also told the board the estimated increase in the School District’s contribution to the state retirement system will be about $375,000 for the fiscal year 2014, which begins July 1 of 2013. The $375,000 increase represents a 25.3-percent increase in what the state Legislature mandates the school district contributes to the state retirement system. The current rate is 11.3-percent and the rate for fiscal years 2014 and 2015 rate is 14.16-percent. In an Budget and Personnel Committee meeting earlier in the evening Champlin said that, according to state law, the entire burden must be shouldered by the district and the increase could have an effect on the upcoming contract negotiations with the three labor unions operating in the district. see next page
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Pool of students getting shallower but PSU says it won’t lower admission standards BY ADAM DRAPCHO THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
PLYMOUTH — Over the past several years, school districts throughout the region have been noticing a slow but persistent decline in the number of students populating their classrooms. This year, reported a university official, the demographic trend has finally made itself felt at Plymouth State University. “We have a decline in the traditional demographic of the typical college-age students in the Northeast,” said Jim Hundrieser, vice president of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at the college. And, like administrators of elementary and high schools, Hundrieser said projections don’t show any relief on the horizon. “There are less students to be had,” he said, citing predictions of “long-term decline with no expected uptick.” “This is the first year for us that we’re seeing an overall enrollment decline,” said Hundrieser. Plymouth State has managed to fare better than some of the state’s other public colleges and universities. He said schools in the University System of New Hampshire — which includes the University of New Hampshire, Keene State College, Granite State College and PSU — have seen an average of a 12-percent decline of in-state students over the previous year, while the drop at PSU has been just five percent. Undergraduate student enrollment was about 4,500 for 2011-12. In addition to demographic trends, Hundrieser from preceding page “This is a big-time budget challenge,” Champlin said, calling the newly established rates a “significant hit to all local municipalities.” Laconia City Manager Scott Myers has already told the City Council that, preliminarily, the cost of the contributions to the state retirement system could consume most of the increase in property taxes allowable by the city property tax cap.
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students will complete their degree program within six years — a statistic the university is proud of and one which is 20 points higher than the national average. Enrolling students of a lesser caliber could put that statistic at risk. “We’re looking for hardworking students ready to come here,” he said. When surveyed, students cite academic program offerings, small class sizes and faculty interaction, athletics, and opportunities to learn from leaders in their field of study as reasons for choosing PSU. The geographic location, especially the university’s proximity to the White Mountains, “are a particular advantage to us,” said Hundrieser. In addition to the natural beauty of the surrounding topography, many students come to Plymouth, at least in part, because of the opportunities to ski or snowboard. Hundrieser said as many as 500 university students will visit a ski mountain during any given winter weekend. While in-state, undergraduate enrollment has started a decline, Hundrieser said out-of-state enrollment is up slightly over previous years. Graduate enrollment is up “significantly,” he said. In recent years, the university has worked to make itself welcoming to transfer students, especially those who studied for a year or two at a community college. It’s through making the university more attractive and welcoming, rather than easier to get into, that Hundrieser said the institution hopes to survive as fewer New Hampshire students apply. “We believe we gain revenue through higher retention and graduation rates,” he said.
CHICAGO from page 2 everything away.” Mayor Rahm Emanuel called the settlement “an honest compromise” that “means a new day and a new direction for the Chicago public schools.” “In past negotiations, taxpayers paid more, but our kids got less. This time, our taxpayers are paying less, and our kids are getting more,” the mayor said, referring to provisions in the deal that he says will cut costs. The walkout, the first in Chicago in 25 years, shut down the nation’s third-largest school district
just days after 350,000 students had returned from summer vacation. Tens of thousands of parents were forced to find alternatives for idle children, including many whose neighborhoods have been wracked by gang violence in recent months. Union President Karen Lewis said the union’s 700-plus delegates voted 98 percent to 2 percent to reopen the schools. “We said that we couldn’t solve all the problems of the world with one contract,” Lewis said. “And it was time to end the strike.”
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CITY OF LACONIA BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES The following Boards and Commissions either have current vacancies or terms of current members* will be expiring and up for renewal at the end of October 2012:
Building Code Board of Appeals Heritage Commission Board of Assessors Laconia Housing Authority * Personnel Advisory Board * Planning Board Zoning Board of Adjustment If you are interested in applying for one of these positions, please contact the City Manager’s office at 527-1270 (or by e-mail at brownn@city.laconia.nh.us) for further information or to request an application. Applicants must be residents of Laconia. Service on more than one Board or Commission is acceptable as long as it is a non-conflicting Board. The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, September 28, 2012.
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Participants in the Third Annual Dancing With the Stars fundraiser met at Stages Dance Academy in Laconia. Shown are, front row; Jared Douglas McGrath, Lauren Lemay, event founders Ashley May White and Laura Brusseau; Kitty Keifer and Kristin Vachon; back row; Sarah Gray, Joan Weigers, Kathleen Hill, Kelly Arborgast, Paul Langley, Shelvey Parker and Rob Stewart. The fundraiser for local charities will be held October 19 at the Inter-Lakes Community Auditorium. (Roger Amsden photo for the Laconia Daily Sun)
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MEREDITH — Teams of dancers gathered at the Stages Dance Academy in Laconia on Sept. 9 for an organizational meeting for the Third Annual Dancing With the Lakes Region Stars charity event, which will be held on Friday, October 19 at 7 p.m. at the Inter-Lakes Community Auditorium. Organized by Laura Brusseau, Inter-Lakes High School social studies teacher, and Ashley May White, a dance and Zumba instructor, last year’s event raised more than $4,000 for the Got Lunch! Laconia program. The initial event two years ago raised over $4,500 for the Inter-Lakes High School Habitat for Humanity Club, enabling five students to spend their February school vacation helping build a Habitat home in Colorado. Brusseau and White sat they’re hoping for a sellout crowd for the Dancing With Stars night and say that this year they will be able to accept charitable donations through a partnership with the Career Partnership program of the Greater Meredith Program. Among the charities the contestants will be dancing for are: — Keeping You Me and Memories Alive, a support group for people with cancer — dancers Kathleen Hill, curriculum coordinator at Inter-Lakes High School and Megan Hiltz, former owner of the Meredith Bay Dance
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ROMNEY from page 2 all Americans, have a bright and prosperous future,” Romney told reporters. Obama’s campaign pounced on the video, which was obtained by Mother Jones magazine and released only hours after Romney’s campaign outlined a new strategy to try to rejuvenate a struggling campaign. The video’s emergence came as advisers to the former Massachusetts governor tried to reassure party leaders and donors about Romney’s strategy amid concerns that the race could be slipping away. In the video, Romney also said the Palestinians “have no interest” in peace with Israel. “You hope for some degree of stability, but you recognize that this is going to remain an unsolved problem ... and we kick the ball down the field and hope that ultimately, somehow, something will happen and resolve it,” Romney said. He said pushing Israel to give up disputed territory for a two-state solution with the Palestinians “is the worst idea in the world.” Romney has not addressed his remarks about the Middle East. Those comments put him in sync with hard liners in the Israeli government, including some aides to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior Israeli cabinet ministers. Netanyahu himself has publicly advocated for a two-state solution. The Obama administration favors a two-state solution with Israel and a future Palestine. But it says Palestinian statehood can only come about through a negotiated agreement between the parties, not through the United Nations. Palestinian lawmaker and scholar Hanan Ashrawi accused Romney of “destroying the chances for peace” and called his remarks “irresponsible and dangerous and both ignorant and prejudiced.” Netanyahu’s office declined to comment. The office of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas also had
no comment. Romney’s comments in the first video appeared to focus more on the economy, the No. 1 issue for voters in November. “There are 47 percent of the people who will vote for the president no matter what,” Romney says in the video. “There are 47 percent who are with him, who are dependent upon government, who believe that they are victims, who believe that government has a responsibility to care for them, who believe that they are entitled to health care, to food, to housing, to you name it.” Romney said in the video that his role “is not to worry about those people. I’ll never convince them they should take personal responsibility and care for their lives.” In a seven-minute news conference with reporters before a fundraiser near Los Angeles, Romney did not dispute the authenticity of the hidden-camera footage. He called for the release of the full video, instead of just the clips posted online. Fuller versions of Romney’s remarks at the May fundraiser were made public Tuesday. On Monday, he sought to clarify what he said when asked if he was concerned that he may have offended people. “It’s not elegantly stated, let me put it that way. I was speaking off the cuff in response to a question. And I’m sure I could state it more clearly in a more effective way than I did in a setting like that,” Romney said. About 46 percent of Americans owed no federal income tax in 2011, although many of them paid other forms of taxes. More than 16 million elderly Americans avoid federal income taxes solely because of tax breaks that apply only to seniors, according to the nonpartisan Tax Policy Center.
CARTER from page 2 — and to do his part to push back against Romney’s relentless campaign-trail mockery of his grandfather. So Carter, 35, of Atlanta, set out track down the source of the video. He sent a message to the YouTube user seeking details. No luck. But then, after sharing links to the video on Twitter, Carter realized he had a new follower with the same name as the YouTube account. He quickly shot off a direct message. “They were wary at first,” Carter said in an interview with The Associated Press. “But they did respond.” What followed was a delicate, concerted effort to convince the source — still unknown to the public — that Carter could be trusted, and that the world had to see the rest of what was surreptitiously recorded as Romney spoke in May to donors who had paid $50,000 a person to attend the private fundraiser. In a string of Internet conversations, Carter showed the source evidence that he had helped David Corn, a journalist with the magazine Mother
Jones, report a story about Global-Tech Appliances Inc., a Chinese firm that Romney’s Bain Capital briefly invested in. Both Carter and the source suspected it was that firm’s factory that Romney was speaking about in the video. “That gave me credibility,” Carter said. “They opened up to me a little bit.” Soon after, Carter persuaded the source to trust Corn with the full video — on the condition that he keep the source’s identity a secret. Corn ran with it, using clues in the video to triangulate when and where it had been recorded. Then on Monday and Tuesday, Corn posted the clips to his magazine’s website, sparking a firestorm for the Romney campaign over remarks claiming that nearly half of Americans “believe they are victims” deserving government help and that the Palestinians have no interest in peace with Israel. “James: This is extraordinary. Congratulations! Papa,” the former president told his grandson Tuesday morning in an email obtained by the AP.
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HOLDERNESS — Guests can enjoy a fun family day with hands-on activities related to the shooting sports, hunting and trapping at an Open House at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness on Saturday, September 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. The event is part of the N.H. Fish and Game Department’s observance of National Hunting and Fishing Day. The center is located at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness. Open House visitors will have a chance to try Owl Brook’s practice archery range and video-based interactive shooting simulator as well as try out a Ruger shotgun at the shotgun range, and test their marksmanship on the center’s environmentally friendly rifle range. Visitors can bring their own equipment to try out the center’s 3-D woodland archery course and enjoy a tree stand safety seminar and trapping demos by the New Hampshire Trappers Association, as well as get a look inside the center’s old-time trapper’s cabin. To top off the fun, there will be a free raffle and ice cream donated by Granite State Dairy Promotion. The Owl Brook Hunter Education Center is located
on 500 forested acres of land in Holderness. Facilities include an office/classroom building, a four-target practice archery area, a 25-yard covered firing range for small-bore and muzzleloader training, a shotgun training area, hunter skills trail, an orienteering course and a 14-target wooded field archery course. The classroom building features exhibits exploring the principles of hunter education. The Open House at Owl Brook is one of two big events being hosted by N.H. Fish and Game on September 22 in observance of National Hunting and Fishing Day. There will also be a free Sporting Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at N.H. Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord. For more information, visit http://www.wildnh.com/nhfday. Workshops, group programs and special events at Owl Brook help people start the lifelong journey of becoming safe and responsible hunters and trappers. Activities and facilities at Owl Brook are made possible by federal Wildlife Restoration Act funds, as well as private donations. Learn more at http://www. huntnh.com/Hunting/hunter_ed_center.htm.
LACONIA — The Unitarian Universalist Society of Laconia begins its latest religious education program on Sunday, September 23. The series, Wonderful Welcome, is a program of sixteen sessions that focuses on the core Unitarian Universalist value of welcoming. The program is targeted for 4- 7 year old children and helps students understand and practice values of friendship, hospitality and fairness.
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Opening reception Thursday for hooked rug exhibit at Belknap Mill LACONIA — We take rugs for granted. It’s a fact that the materials that cover our floors often get overlooked. A group that has elevated rugs to an art form is rug hookers. Traditional rug hooking artists fashion one-of-a-kind and patterned rugs with strips of brightly colored wool that are hooked into a backing of burlap or linen. The long-overlooked art of rug hooking has made a distinct comeback in recent years and today, rug hookers are producing large and small rugs of all kinds in the United States and Canada, as well as in Europe and far flung places such as Japan. A group of local rug hooking artists is displaying their works at a major exhibit at the historic Belknap Mill on Beacon Street in downtown Laconia. The exhibit, spearheaded by local rug hooker/teacher Carol Dale, fills the first-floor art gallery at the Belknap Mill with rugs of all sizes, colors and designs. There will be an opening reception for the exhibit on Thursday, September 20 at 5:30 p.m. This is a chance to meet some of the rug hooking artists and see the rugs. “We had a rug hooking exhibit at the Mill in 2006,” Dale recalls. “We were told it was among the most popular exhibits the Belknap Mill ever had. That was an indication of the interest the public has in
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GILFORD — Families can enjoy a no cost dinner and learn new skills at Family Nights at the First United Methodist Church which get underway on Thursday, September 27, and will continue for eight weeks. A no cost dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m., to be followed by classes from 6 – 7 p.m. There will be a sewing class for students 10 and up, a knitting class for ages 8 and up, a chance to learn to play chimes and develop more singing skills for ages 8 and up, and videos and music activities for younger children. Parents are invited to join the students for dinner and enjoy socializing with their peers or choose a project of interest while the students attend classes. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Older students may be dropped off, if necessary. To register for classes or for more information, call Nancy Morley at 524-2580 or call the church at 524-3289.
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rug hooking. So, I thought the time was right to present another rug hooking exhibit in the gallery.” The rug hooking exhibit runs through Monday, October 8. The exhibiting artists are mostly from an informal drop-in group that meets at the Gilford Public Library the first and third Tuesdays of each month, coordinated by Carol Dale. The group is made up of a variety of rug hookers who will present rugs of varied subject matter and designs from primitives to modern and historical. Some rugs are original designs, while others are hooked on preprinted patterns. Dale says, “There are several rugs for sale at the show. Identification tags, along with interesting notes about the rug and the maker will be provided. There will be a few penny rugs on display as well.” To help viewers trace the history of hooked rugs, Carol is displaying two antique rugs: one very early rug she purchased at the Country Braid House in Tilton and a rug made by Carol’s great grandfather, Jacob Marshall who was originally from Newfoundland, Canada. A few other antique and older hooked rugs will also be on display to show thevariety of subject matter and hooking styles from the past. Dale will be offering a free talk on Wednesday, September 25 at 7 p.m. at the Belknap Mill during the exhibit. She will share information on the long history of rug hooking, just what rug hooking is and a brief how-to on getting started in rug hooking; she will also25MVS062 share some antique rugs. The talk, as well College Planning Ad - Shawn 6.75x8 Laconia.pdf as the exhibit, is free.
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Hooked rugs are on display at the Belknap Mill. (Courtesy photo)
Those who come to the exhibit and would like to try rug hooking can purchase items for sale, including kits, frames, hooks and a selection of wool. For further information, call the Belknap Mill at 524-8813. The Belknap Mill is the oldest unaltered brick textile mill building in the country and is designated as the Meetinghouse of NH. For information on other Belknap Mill events, visit www.belknapmill.org. The Belknap Mill is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and has a well-stocked gift shop as well as7/17/12 a permanent exhibit on the area’s knitting/textile 1 12:37 PM industry and an informative Wheel House exhibit.
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PSU presents poet & essayist Joel Peckham Sept. 24 PLYMOUTH — Plymouth State University presents a reading by poet and essayist Joel Peckham, Monday, September 24, at 7 p.m. in Frost Commons. Peckham will read from his latest work, Resisting Elegy, which will be available for sale/signing at the reading. In this thoughtful collection of narratives, Peckham explores the transformative power of emotional and physical pain from the vantage point of a husband and parent who lost his wife and a child in an accident that left him in chronic distress. Plymouth State English Professor Liz Ahl said Peckham’s narrative explores emotionally charged topics like grief, guilt, anxiety, physical and emotional therapy, chronic pain and healing from a traumatic event. “Peckham’s book is lyrically vivid and also pretty brutal, and his notion of ‘resisting’ elegiac impulses is dangerous and interesting territory both emotionally and artistically,” said Ahl. “He really has me questioning some of the conventional wisdom about the role of
art-making as connected to trauma and healing.” Susan Atefat-Peckham, Peckham’s late wife – a poet and essayist herself – visited Plymouth State University on September 11, 2002 to commemorate 9/11, to meet and talk with faculty and students, and to give a reading at the Plymouth Congregational Church. In 2003-2004, Peckham won a Fulbright teaching scholarship to the University of Jordan, and in 2011, he was a finalist for both the New Rivers MVP Prize and the Sol Books Prize. He is also the author of three collections of poetry: Nightwalking, The Heat of What Comes, and Movers and Shakers, and his literary essays on grief and recovery have appeared in a number of publications, including River Teeth, The North American Review, Under the Sun and Brevity. Peckham lives with his son, Darius, and his second wife, Rachael, in Huntington, West Virginia. He is an Associate Professor of English at University of Cincinnati, Clermont.
LACONIA — The Lakes Region Young Professionals will hold the 2nd Annual Schmooze Cruise on the M/S Mount Washington on Thursday, October 4. Young professionals from all across New Hampshire will be taking part in a fun, relaxing evening of schmoozing in the majestic beauty of Lake Winnipesaukee during peak foliage season. The night will include a live DJ, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, a silent auction and a seasonal beer sampling by NH Distributors. Only 200 tickets will be sold. Boarding will begin at the Weirs Beach dock in Laconia at 5 p.m. and the boat will sail promptly at 6 p.m. arriving back at 8
p.m. Tickets are available for only $150 per person prior to the event at www.lakesregionchamber.org or $20 the night of the event. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire, an initiative of Lakes Region Community Services Council. Additional proceeds will benefit future LRYP programs. The YP Schmooze Cruise is supported by ship sponsor Bank of New Hampshire and hosted by M/S Mount Washington. The Lakes Region Young Professionals is an initiative of the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
Young Professionals hold Schmooze Cruise Oct. 4
Meredith Parks & Rec offering a variety of fall programs
MEREDITH — The Meredith Parks & Recreation Department is accepting registrations now for its fall programs. The Meredith Playgroup is back on Monday’s starting September 24 from 10 a.m.-noon, Adult Pick-Up Basketball program will be continuing on Monday’s throughout the year from 6:00-7:45 p.m., Youth Gym & Fitness starts Tuesday October 2, Kidz Creations (pre-school arts & crafts class) starts Wednesday October 3; Grades 5-8 Dodgeball is starting back up on Thursday October 4 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. followed by Grades 9-12 pick-up Basketball from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and the famous “Friday Night Climbing Wall” will return starting on October 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
For more information on these programs visit www.meredithnh.org under the Parks & Recreation page to view the fall brochure or check out Facebook under “Meredith Parks Recreation” or call 279-8197. Special events coming up include the first “annual” Halloween Party on Friday October 26 from 6-7:30 p.m. followed by the annual Fall Family Fun Fest on Saturday October 27 from 10 a.m to noon. There will also be a Holiday Craft Fair on November 17 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Craft vendors who are interested in participating should contact Sarah Perkins, Program Director for Meredith Parks & Recreation at 279-8197 or sperkins@meredithnh.org.
ASHLAND — The Ashland Budget Committee will hold a Financial Forum at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, in the library of the Ashland School, at 16 Education Drive.
The Forum will begin with a short illustrated presentation on the current financial situation of the Town of Ashland. The presentation will be followed by the opportunity to ask questions.
from preceding page — Bristol Elementary School- October 2, 10-11:30 a.m. — Newfound Regional Middle School- October 2, 12:30-2:15 p.m. — New Hampton Elementary School- October 3, 8-9:30 a.m. Franklin Regional School District- SAU 18 — Paul Smith School September 28, 8-10 a.m. — Franklin Middle School September 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Jennie Blake School in Hill, September 28, 2-3 p.m. Merrimack Valley School District: — Andover Elementary and Middle School October 12, 9 a.m- 12 noon. — Salisbury Elementary School October 10, 6:307:30 p.m. For more information, contact James Richardson, Clinic Coordinator at 603-934-0177 x135. LAKES REGION:
The Lakes Region Partnership for Public Health will be conducting free school-based seasonal flu immunization clinics for students aged 5-18 years in the following schools: — Alton Central School - September 25 — Belmont Elementary and Middle Schools - September 27 — Gilford Elementary and Middle Schools – To be announced Laconia: — 1. Elm Street School - November 5 — 2. Woodland Heights - November 6 - in the morning — 3. Pleasant Street - November 6 - in the afternoon — 4. Memorial Middle School - November 7 Information and consent forms will be sent home via school nurses. For more information about the clinics, contact Susan Laverack, Associate Director at LRPPH 528-2145
Ashland Budget Committee holds Financial Forum
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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Wednesday, Sept. 19, the 263rd day of 2012. There are 103 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Sept. 19, 1982, the smiley emoticon was invented as Carnegie Mellon University professor Scott E. Fahlman proposed punctuating humorously intended computer messages by employing a colon followed by a hyphen and a parenthesis as a horizontal “smiley face.” :-) On this date: In 1777, the first Battle of Saratoga was fought during the Revolutionary War; although the British forces succeeded in driving out the American troops, the Americans prevailed in a second battle the following month. In 1796, President George Washington’s farewell address was published. In 1881, the 20th president of the United States, James A. Garfield, died 2-1/2 months after being shot by Charles Guiteau; Chester Alan Arthur became president. In 1934, Bruno Hauptmann was arrested in New York and charged with the kidnap-murder of Charles A. Lindbergh Jr. In 1945, Nazi radio propagandist William Joyce, known as “Lord Haw-Haw,” was convicted of treason and sentenced to death by a British court. In 1957, the United States conducted its first contained underground nuclear test, code-named “Rainier,” in the Nevada desert. In 1959, Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev, visiting Los Angeles, reacted angrily upon being told that, for security reasons, he wouldn’t get to visit Disneyland. In 1961, Barney and Betty Hill, a New Hampshire couple driving home from vacation, experienced what they later claimed under hypnosis was a short-term abduction by extraterrestrials. In 1962, the Western TV series “The Virginian” debuted on NBC. In 1970, the situation comedy “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” debuted on CBS-TV. In 1985, the Mexico City area was struck by a devastating earthquake that killed at least 9,500 people. One year ago: In a White House address, a combative President Barack Obama demanded that the richest Americans pay higher taxes to help cut soaring U.S. deficits by more than $3 trillion. Today’s Birthdays: Author Roger Angell is 92. Actress Rosemary Harris is 85. Actor Adam West is 82. Actor David McCallum is 79. Singersongwriter Paul Williams is 72. Singer Bill Medley is 72. Singer Sylvia Tyson is 72. Singer David Bromberg is 67. Actor Randolph Mantooth is 67. Actor Jeremy Irons is 64. Actress Twiggy Lawson is 63. Actor Scott Colomby is 60. Singer-actor Rex Smith is 57. Actor Kevin Hooks is 54. Actress Carolyn McCormick is 53. Country singer Jeff Bates is 49. Country singer Trisha Yearwood is 48. Actress-comedian Cheri Oteri is 47. Rhythmand-blues singer Espraronza Griffin is 43. Actress Sanaa Lathan is 41. Actress Stephanie J. Block is 40. Rock singer A. Jay Popoff is 39. Comedian and TV talk show host Jimmy Fallon is 38. TV personality Carter Oosterhouse is 36. Rock musician Ryan Dusick is 35. Actor Columbus Short is 30. Rapper Eamon is 29. Christian rock musician JD Frazier is 29. Actor Kevin Zegers is 28.
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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Blackstones hosts Sayon Camara and the Landaya African Rhythm Ensemble. 8 p.m. at the Margate Resort in Laconia. General admission tickets are $12. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance though the Margate by calling 523-5210 or visiting www.theMargate.com. For more information call (518)793-3183 or email jon@nhjazz.com. A representative of the Greater Manchester 912 Project speaks to a Lakes Region Tea Party meeting. 7 p.m. at the Moultonborough Public Library. Workshop titled Skyrocket Sales with Inbound Marketing offered by SCORE Lakes Region in conjunction with TD Bank. 5-7:30 p.m. at Pease Public Library; 1 Russell Street, Plymouth. Features information on marketing skills, leadership skills and entrepreneurial savvy, and interactive media development. Tuition is $20 in advance or $30 at the door. Advance reservations recommended. For more details or to reserve a spot call 524-0137 or long onto www. lakesregion.score.org. Plymouth State University (PSU) Lecture Series features Dr. Robin DeRosa’s presentation “Witches, Pop Culture and the Past.” 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Woodside Building at the Taylor Community in Laconia. This event is free of charge, open to the public, and sponsored by Meredith Village Savings Bank. Reservations recommended. To reserve a seat or for more information call 524-5600. House of Representative Candidates for Belknap County District 2 question and answer forum sponsored by the Wicwas Lake Grange. 6-7:30 p.m. at 150 Meredith Center Road in Meredith. Questions from the public can be submitted at paquins799@yahoo.com. All questions must be submitted in advance. Gilford Public Library Happenings. Check Out an Expert from 10 a.m. to noon. Social bridge from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. After School Adventures: Fairy Houses (kindergarten to 5th grade) from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Gilford Write Now Writers’ Group from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more information call 524-6042. Lakes Region Community Services holds an Open House for its new office location. 4-6 p.m. at their office located at 719 North Main Street in downtown Laconia. For more information go to www.lrsc.org. Country Village Quilt Guild meeting featuring ‘Back to School’ themed quilting projects. 1:30-3 p.m. at the Life-Safety Building in Moultonborough. All levels of sewing abilities welcome. For more information call 279-5682 or email karen@dsticht.com. Plymouth State University’s TIGER educational theatre and new Hampshire Public Television present the new TV Program, TIGER Takes On Bullying. 11:30 a.m. on NHPTV. The lively and music-filled program is aimed to help elementary school children deal with bullying in school, online and socially. “Skyrocket Sales With Inbound Marketing!” workshop offered by SCORE Lakes Region in partnership with TD Bank. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pease Public Library in Plymouth. Tuition is $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For details about the workshop call 524-0137 or visit www. lakesregion.score.org. The Country Village Quilt Guild meets . 1:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Moultonborough Life Safety Building behind the Police and Fire Station on Rt 25 in Moultonborough. All are welcome. For information call 279-3234 or visit our website at Country Village Quilt Guild. The Thrifty Yankee (121 Rte. 25 - across from I-LHS in Meredith) collects donations of baby clothes, blankets and hygiene items for Baby Threads of N.H. every Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2790607.
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Second Annual Antiques Appraisal Day in Andover scheduled for Sept. 23 ANDOVER — Following the success of last year’s event, the Andover Historical Society will host a second Antiques Appraisal Day from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, September 23, at the East Andover firehouse, at 23 Channel Road. Veteran appraiser and auctioneer Dan Olmstead will return to estimate the value of antiques and collectibles brought by attendees. Last year’s event, held in the Andover Village firehouse, drew more than 60 participants, who presented over 100 items for evaluation by Olmstead. Here’s how the appraisal process will work: Simply bring up to three antique or collectible objects (or in-camera digital photos if the objects are too large to transport) to the firehouse in East Andover at any time between 1 and 4 p.m. and let Olmstead have a look at them. No need to sign up in advance -- first come, first served. Cost of the appraisals: $5 per item, or three for $12, with all proceeds benefiting the Historical Society. A resident of Newfields, Olmstead has been a fulltime antiques appraiser and auctioneer since 1978. He bills himself as a generalist, dealing with most categories of antiques and collectibles, and buying
and selling “everything from furniture to fairly modern items, including books and paper items, photographs, military items, silver, jewelry, pocket and wrist watches, sporting items such and hunting CALENDAR from preceding page
TODAY’S EVENTS Hall Memorial Library Happenings. Story time 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and Arts & Crafts featuring a Nature Art project at 3:30 p.m. Laconia Elders Friendship Club meeting. 1:30 p.m. at the Leavitt Park Clubhouse. People 55 and older meet each Wednesday for fun, entertainment and education. Meetings provide an opportunity for older citizens to to meet for pure social enjoyment and the club helps the community with philanthropic work. Country Acoustic Picking Party at the Tilton Senior Center. Every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Duplicate bridge at the Weirs Beach Community Center. 7:15 p.m. All levels welcome. Snacks. Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Wednesday nights at 5:30 p.m.
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and fishing and guns, old cameras, as well as all the glass and china and paintings and furniture that most people think of then they think of antiques.”
at St. Joseph Church in Belmont. Call/ leave a message for Elizabeth at 630-9969 for more information. Free knitting and crochet lessons. Drop in on Wednesdays any time between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Baby Threads workshop at 668 Main Street in Laconia (same building as Village Bakery). 998-4012. Narcotics Anonymous meeting. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 18 Veterans Square in Laconia. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) group meeting. 5:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Meredith. Jane Rice reads from her new book, “Bob Fogg and New Hampshire’s Golden Age of Aviation” at Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Museum. 7 p.m. Admission is free, museum is located at 503 Endicott St. North, Laconia.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Square dance lessons offered by the Winnipesaukee Square Dance Club. 7-9 p.m. at the Leavitt Park Clubhouse in Lakeport. Free pizza will be available. Couples, singles, and families are welcome. For more information call 253-9518. “Dinner for Two” featuring John Chouinard and Greg Mostovoy performing the music of Sinatra, Bennett, Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, and other classic pop songs from the 60’s. 8 p.m. at Pitman’s Freight Room. Admission is $10. BYOB. For more information call 527-0043 or check pitmansfrieghtroom.com. Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association holds a membership meeting. The meeting will take place at Harts Turkey Farm with a breakfast buffet beginning at 7 a.m. and the meeting following at 7:30 p.m. Open to the public. To join the meeting call 415-1594 or email lakesregionbuilders@gmail.com. “Dining to Donate” at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar to benefit Happy Tails Dog Park of the Lakes Region. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Applebee’s Tilton location. Each participant eating on behalf of Happy Trails Dog Park will be asked to present a ticket with their bill, which will allow $15 percent of the ticket to be donated to the organization. Tickets can be obtained at www.happytailsdogparknh.org. Gilford Public Library Happenings. Toddler Time for children 18 months to 3 years held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Crafter’s Corner from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Foreign Movie Night from 7 to 9 p.m. Rummage Sale hosted by the Holderness Community Church. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Church located at 923 US Route 3. For more information call Peg Winton at 986-7643. The Lakes Region Chapter of the Audubon Society of New Hampshire features the presentation “Invasive Plants in New Hampshire.” 7:30 p.m. at the Look Center in Moultonborough. Refreshments will be served. The Community Garden Club of Meredith presents the program “Changing Out Your Window Boxes - From Summer Splendor to Fall Foliage”. 1 p.m. at Petal Pushers located on Parade Road. Guys’ Night Out featuring Charlie Stafford of Stafford Oil Company as guest speaker. Held at the Gilford Community Church in Gilford. Doors open at 6 p.m. A meal will be served at 7 p.m. followed by the guest speaker. The cost is $10 per man. Reservations for the event can be made by calling 524-6057. 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. American Legion Post #1 Bingo. Every Thursday night at 849 N. Main Street in Laconia. Doors open at 4 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30. Chess Club at the Goss Reading Room (188 Elm Street) in Laconia. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. each Thursday. All ages and skill levels welcome. We will teach. Laconia Main Street Outdoor Marketplace. 3 to 6 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. Giggles & Grins playgroup at Family Resource Center in downtown Laconia (719 No. Main Street, Laconia). Free group for parents children from birth through age 5. For more information call 524-1741. Heart of the Lakes Sufi Center monthly class. 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Society in Laconia. Classes are free and run one hour. All are welcome. For more information call 832-3550 or email sufi@dunadd.net.
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ANNIE’S MAILBOX
Dear Annie: I am 23 years old and have been dating “Tom” for two years. He works in a demanding job that requires an extensive amount of travel. He’s away almost six months of the year. When Tom isn’t traveling, he’s with me during the week, but spends most weekends going places with his fraternity or visiting his parents. This means for the six months he’s in town, I get perhaps one weekend. We are saving for a house, and Tom’s constant recreational travel is cutting into our budget. I want our couple time back, as well as time to take care of things at home. I’ve suggested compromises (such as two weekends away and two weekends home), but things always come up that he “has to do.” Two months ago, I was let go from my job. That same afternoon, Tom left on a trip with friends that could have easily been cancelled. I can’t use those same weekends to visit my family because they are too far away, so I spend a lot of time sitting home alone. I know nothing unsavory is going on. Tom is a wonderful guy. I have no intention of leaving him. I knew when we met that his job would require a lot of travel, but these personal weekends are difficult for me. I know he hates being inactive or staying home, but it seems excessive. How can we come up with a workable solution? -- Home Alone Dear Home: Tom thinks he already has a workable solution and has no incentive to compromise. After all, he sees you all week. Right now, his schedule is a minor hardship for you, but if you marry and have children, it will be a major problem. You’ll have to revisit this issue then. Meanwhile, we are never in favor of sitting home alone moping. Please find things to occupy yourself during the weekends when Tom is absent. Look for part-time work. Take classes to bone up on your skills. Go biking. Accom-
pany him when he visits his family, and get to know them better. Dear Annie: My son is getting married in November in his fiancee’s hometown. My son says his fiancee has selected the place for the rehearsal dinner. She also wants to invite not just the wedding party, but everyone who will be in town for the wedding. I have not been consulted about the plans, and have expressed my concerns to my son regarding the cost of the dinner. I am on a fixed income. My son says his fiancee’s parents have offered to pay for whatever I can’t afford. He also says he’s learned to pick his battles and will not argue with his bride about the dinner plans, as she wants it to be a memorable celebration. How do I handle the situation? -- Mother of the Groom Dear Mom: Your future daughter-in-law has usurped your privilege to host the rehearsal dinner. Determine what you can comfortably afford for this event, and then inform your son that this is what you would have spent had you planned it, and you are happy to give him a check for this amount. If he chooses to have a more elaborate affair, someone else will have to cover the additional cost. Dear Annie: You gave good advice to “Donny,” who wants to be closer to his grandparents. I am blessed with 11 grandchildren and love them dearly. As they have aged, however, they have become more distant, and I’m lucky to get a grunt from them. They give me little reason to seek them out. It seems to be the norm with the onset of texting and social media. Communication is a lot different with our generation. I have given up pursuing my older grandchildren, but would be elated to have them show that they cared about a relationship. But they have to do their part. -- Cal in Maine
Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to: anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
$1-A-DAY CLASSIFIEDS • CALL 527-9299 DOLLAR-A-DAY: Private Party ads only (For Sale, Lost, Autos, etc.), must run ten consecutive days, 15 words max. Additional words 10¢ each per day. does not apply to yard sales. REGULAR RATE: $2 a day; 10¢ per word per day over 15 words. PREMIUMS: First word caps no charge. Additional bold, caps and 9pt type 10¢ per word per day. Centered words 10¢ (2 word minimum) TYPOS: Check your ad the first day of publication. Sorry, we will not issue credit after an ad has run once, and we do not offer refunds. DEADLINES: noon the business day prior to the day of publication. PAYMENT: All private party ads must be pre-paid. We accept checks, Visa Mastercard and Discover credit cards and of course, cash. $10 minimum order for credit cards. CORRESPONDENCE: To place your ad call our offices at 527-9299 between 9 am & 5 pm, Monday through Friday; Stop by our office or send a check or money order with ad copy to The Laconia Daily Sun,1127 Union Ave, Laconia, NH 03246. You can email ads to ads@laconiadailysun.com, we will contact you for payment. OTHER RATES: For information about display ads or other advertising options, call 527-9299.
Animals
Autos
Child Care
GOLDEN Retriever puppies. AKC registered, first shots/ health certificate/ clearances. Ready now. $1,500. 603-267-6404
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT, 74K miles, loaded, power seats/windows/sliding doors, stow-away seating. Excellent condition. Well maintained. Non-smoker. $8,800. 603-267-6665
CHILDREN!S GARDEN CHILDCARE:
West Highlands Terriers white, 3 M, 3 F 13 weeks and older, intelligent, affectionate, paper trained, $550 to $850. 524-4294.
Announcement
BUYING junk cars, trucks & big trucks ME & NH. Call for price. Martin Towing. (603)305-4504.
ACE-Makes Your Clothes Fall Off! Weight Loss & Energy. Contact 603-455-4896 3-8pm. thinnerwithace@live.com
CAR TRANSPORT NEW HAMPSHIRE TO FLORIDA
GET CA$H FOR GOLD & SHOP FOR FREE Get 10% back in store credit when you sell your gold, silver & jewelry. Thrifty Yankee, Rte. 25, Meredith. Open 7 days. Call for details. Senior Citizens 20% off, Tuesdays! 603-279-0607.
Driven, $500 +expenses. Call Barry 603-387-4040 CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859.
1993 Mercury Grand Marquis GS68K, very good condition, carriage top/lights, loaded. $1,500. 998-4802 2000 Town & Country Chrysler Van: 1-Owner, 124,000 miles. $1,950. 528-1393. (Corrected) 2002 Ford Escort 4D Sedan, 87K miles, $2,500. 603-476-5017 2002 Honda LX- 2-door coupe with spoiler. 39K, nicely equipped. A/C, V-6. Asking $6,500. 267-6272 2003 Grand Cherokee Laredo, automatic, 6cyl, navy blue, cloth interior, a/c, new tires, $4850 (603)986-2771. 2006 Saturn ION 3, auto, 2.4 liter 4 cylinder, FWD, sliding sun roof, silver, 115,00 miles $6,850.
528-1857
Counseling SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING
Employment Wanted
LACONIA - Great 3 bedroom, hardwood floors, 3-season porch, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking, in town, close to park. $1,100/month. Security, 1st month, references. 455-0602.
16ft. Old Town Canoe- Square stern, motor, dolly, roof rack, oars, oar locks. $895. 524-6663 1989 Celebrity Bow Rider with Magic Tilt Trailer. 140HP I/O engine, Pioneer stereo, roof & cover. $2,000/OBO. 603-279-0490 PONTOON Boat Trailer- 20ft. Hoosier. New tires, new wiring & lights. $800. 603-253-6553
Business Opportunities INVESTORS
wanted.
2 BR, 2 Baths single mobile home in Belmont, with shed, yard, washer/dryer hook ups, close to schools. No smoking, dog considered, no cats. $900/mo 603-393-7927 ALTON BAY WINTER Rental: Large 1 bedroom fully furnished cottage. $700+utilities. Available Sept.-May 31st. 603-875-2492.
BOATS
Paying
GILFORD - 1 or 2-bedroom units available. Heat & electricity included. From $190/week. Pets considered. 556-7098. Gilford- 3-4 Bedroom home. 2 1/2 baths, furnished or unfurnished. No smokers/No pets. $1,400/Month 293-8883
For Rent
TOP dollar paid for junk cars & trucks. Available 7-days a week. P3!s Towing. 630-3606
FURNISHED Room with private bathroom. $150 per week. 603-366-4468.
DWI Assessments, evaluations, one to one. Office or home visits. MS-MLADC 603-998-7337
HARD WORKING experienced cleaning woman looking for more jobs. Regular or one-time cleaning. Hillarie, 998-2601
Autos 1983 Mercedes 380SL Model 107: Never seen snow. Hard top is removealble, convertible top also. Excellent condition, $12,500 or best reasonable offer. 528-4266 or 387-4443.
Year-round, reliable, clean, structured, pre-K environment, one acre yard, central location.
For Rent BELMONT: 2 bedroom, 3rd floor, coin-op laundry and storage space in basement. $235/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.
ALTON/GILFORD Line 2BR Cottage w/3-season Porch, $220-235/week +utilities; 3BR Apt. $240-260/week +utilities. Beach access. 603-365-0799. APARTMENTS, mobile homes. If you need a rental at a fair price, call DRM Corp. Over 40 years in rentals. We treat you better! 524-0348 or visit M-W-F, 12-5, at 373 Court Street, Laconia. BELMONT- Available approx. 9/15. 2-bedroom townhouse-style. Quiet area, heat included. $850/mo. All housing certificates
Laconia 2 bedroom apartment. Parking, nice yard, walk to downtown. No pets. Security deposit. $185/week, includes heat. 603-267-7949 LACONIA 2-Bedroom House. 64 Fenton Ave. Good neighborhood, easy walk to downtown. New bath, kitchen, windows, insulation. Oil heat & hot water. No smokers. No pets. 1-yr lease. $1275/mo. + utilities 630-1438. Laconia Small 3-bedroom includes heat/hot water. $210/Week, references & deposit. 524-9665 LACONIA1 bedroom $150/Week, includes heat & hot water. References & deposit. 524-9665 LACONIA- Large Rooms for rent. Private bath, heat/hot water, electric, cable, parking included. $145/week 603-781-6294 LACONIA: Cozy 3-bedroom home on dead-end street near hospital. 2-baths, garage & deck. No smoking. References, security deposit. $1,100/month +utilities.
For Rent
For Rent
LACONIA: Condo for Rent Updated 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath $900 per Month No Smoking – No Pets 1 Year Lease ~ Ask for Jim
603-366-4341
LACONIA: 2 bedroom, first floor, near LRGH. Large kitchen and storage room, hookups, private parking, large yard. $775/Month. No pets/smoking. 524-5455 LACONIA: 2-bedroom apartment, 2nd floor w/screened in back porch, large rooms. $1,100 heat/ hot water included. No smokers, no pets. 524-8548 between 4:00pm-8:00pm LACONIA: Charming sunny small 2-bedroom, 2nd floor no smoking/dogs. $200/week. includes heat/hot water. 455-5569. LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments. Call for available apartments. 524-4428 LACONIA: Large 3-bedroom apartment. Parking. $850/mo + utilities, security deposit required. 603-781-6294. LACONIA: Spacious two bedroom apartments for rent with heat and hot water included. Rent from $697-$839 per month. Please call Julie at Stewart Property Mgt. (603) 524-6673 EHO. MEREDITH Room for Rent- Quiet, beautiful home. Laundry, kitchen, cable TV, porch. $125/Week. 603-689-8683 MEREDITH- 3 Bedroom, large second floor, 1 1/2 baths, washer/dryer, A/C, d/w, non-smoking. Walk to town & docks, $1,000/Month. No utilities. 603-279-7887, 781-862-0123 cell. MEREDITH- FURNISHED room, own bathroom, utilities included. $450/mo. 290-1700 MOULTONBOROUGH 1 bedroom cottage, large private lot, dog negotiable, no smoking, rental references required, $700 plus utilities, first and security. (603)476-8450.
NORTHFIELD: 3 bedroom, 2nd & 3rd floors, $275/ week including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234 www.whitemtrentals.com Roommate: Furnished Room, $125/Week. Near Tilton & I-93. No drinking, no drugs. All utilities. Pet & smoking OK. 603-286-9628 Tilton- 1 Bedroom downtown $600 Includes heat, on street parking only. 857 264 1740 TILTON- 2 bedroom duplex. 1 1/2 bath, washer/dryer hook-up. $650/Month +utilities. Security deposit & references. 978-788-5004 TILTON- Downstairs 1-bedroom, newly redone, $620/Month, heat included. No dogs, 603-393-9693 or 916-214-7733. WINNIPESAUKEE Waterfront 2-Bedroom Cottage: $1,500 includes all utilities. Long term. No pets. Available now. (603)253-8848. WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency and a cottage including heat, hot water, lights and cable. $165-$185 per week. $400 deposit. No pets. 387-3864.
WINTER RENTAL CEDAR LODGE Weirs Beach, Open Year Round ... Studios, 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom condos starting at $575 per month. Please call Wendy at 366-4316.
MOULTONBOROUGH 2 bedroom 2 bath mobile home, with appliances, avail. Nov. 1st, no utilities, $850. 677-6464.
For Rent-Vacation
NEW Durham- 1 bedroom w/kitchen privelages. Includes heat & cable. $100/Week. 978-6416 for more information.
ENJOY Aruba Time Share: 8 days for rent, Sleeps 4. March 30April 6, free extra night March 29 $900. Home 603-524-3083 or Cell 603-715-7623
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For Rent-Commercial
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Pub Table walnut finish 4 chairs self storing leaf email cheryllehneman@yahoo.com for pictures or inquiry $475 OBO.
MARTIN’S Metal Removal- Appliances, air conditioners, lawnmowers, all metals. Free if outside. (603)305-4504 (603)204-9304.
SLATE Bumper Pool Table- Balls, sticks, instructions & rack. Very good condition, $250. 527-2550 Russ
2007 Honda Metropolitan Moped. 125 miles, like new, no motorcycle license required. $1000 603-387-0154 (after 4 pm)
TRADE or sell 80!s G6 Yamaha electric golf cart, new batteries with charger for snowmobile of equal value $1500 or best offer 603-630-3482.
AMAZING! Beautiful pillowtop matress sets, twin $169, full or queen $249, king $399. See AD under “Furniture”.
WALL TILES: Ceramic, Glazed, 74 sq. ft., American Olean, 6”x6”, Sandy Ridge (color), $50. Please call 455-3686.
AMERICAN Girl Doll, Samantha Parkington. Historical doll now a collector!s item. Complete in original box and includes all original to the doll. Mint condition, asking price $225. If interested call 603-524-0631.
WANTED: Someone or company to purchase the contents of a house and/ or garage. Will take best offer. 20 ft. tandem axle utility trailer with hand winch, best offer. 603-279-4913 anytime.
Bamboo Set- Sofa, 2-chairs, end table. Restored/reupholstered, $600/OBO. Schoffolding3-5ft. sections with platforms/brackets/wheels. $500. Corning Bakeware (Cornflower). 17-pieces w/glass/plastic lids. Collectible. $250. 290-4849 BERNINA industrial sewing machine, $200/obo. Queen size Gracie quilting table, $200/obo. 8 large bags of cotton scraps for quilting $7.50/bag. Sears Treadmill $150. (603)447-5404. DRY FIREWOOD $250/CORD, $700/All 3 cords. You pick up. 520-4617 DRY firewood $275/Cord. Oak, maple, ash, beech & birch. Free delivery. 524-9011 ELECTRIC Wheelchair: Never used, many extras, $1,500. 524-2877.
Women!s leather coats $40-$75, Harley shirts, HD helmet like new, $40. HD ladies riding boots size 7 1/2, Mens Chippewa boots size 6, both good condition, $45 each. Lots more. 603-832-3364 Wooden patio door, fits 6 ft. opening. Good condition. Call 524-8761. YAKIMA Car Rack System PartsTowers, rail riders, landing pads, bars, stackers. 528-1260
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.
FIREWOOD for sale, cut. split, and delivered. 455-0250
MATTRESS AND FURNITURE SALE!
Firewood- Dry, $260/cord, Green $185. Will deliver within 30 miles. 603-393-9441 Doug
10-20% OFF AND FREE LOCAL DELIVERY!
FIREWOOD- Green & Seasoned. Full cords. Over 20 years in business. Tree Service also Available. Insured. 603-279-7354 FIREWOOD: Green, Cut, split and delivered (Gilmanton and surrounding area). $190/cord. Seasoned available. (603)455-8419 HOME Hepa Air Cleaners, 2 at $20 each. Home Humidifiers, 2 at $10 each, 1 at $5. 279-5144 HOT SPRINGS Spa, 2 person in door hot tub, $300. 527-9443 HOT Tub- 2012 model 6 person 40 jets, waterfall. Full warranty & cover. Cost $8,000 sell $3,800. Can deliver 603-235-5218 KINDLING wood, bundled 3/4 cu. ft. Buy my 45 units@ $2.75 ea. 738-2296 KITCHEN Cabinets- brand new, maple, cherrywood, shaker & antique white. Solid wood, never installed, cost $6,500 sell $1,650. 603-833-8278
PLUSH, FIRM, MEMORY FOAM, PILLOWTOP, LATEX, ETC! 2 SIDED FLIPPABLE PILLOWTOP OR FIRM SETS $299-$699!! FUTONS-SOFAS & SECTIONALS, BUNKBEDS, RECLINERS, BEDROOM/DINING! LOG FURNITURE RECLAIMED BARNWOOD LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHY & ARTWORK LOCALLY MADE SHAKER STYLE HARDWOOD FURNISHINGS!
COZY CABIN RUSTICS SENTERS MKT PLACE CENTER HARBOR 603- 253-6379 WAREHOUSE DIRECT 757 TENNEY MTN HWY. PLYMOUTH (ACROSS FROM SEARS)
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LOAM
Beautiful, organic, screened loam. $15/yard. Call (603)986-8148. MARLIN Model-120, raised rib, 12-guage, 2 3/4” - 3” modified choke, new condition, with case, $265; Ithaca Model-51, feather light, 12-guage, 2 3/4”, auto, 3-shots, like new condition, with case, $300; Golden Eagle compound bow, 40-lbs, complete outfit, never used, new condition, with target, $100. 293-8651.
PAYING CASH FOR
contents of attitics, basements, houses, barns & storage units. (603)986-2771. POOL COVER: Intex, Round, 12-ft., Brand new in box. Paid $25, will sell for $15. 455-3686.
NEW trailer load mattresses....a great deal! King set complete $395, queen set $249. 603-524-1430. Solid Wood Dining room set with 6 high-back chairs & open-deck hutch. Must see to appreciate. $400. 524-2229
Free FREE Pickup for your unwanted, useful items. Garages, vehicls, estates cleaned out and yardsale items. (603)930-5222. Free Scrap & Appliance Removal. Call Stu Walker 393-6494 HIGHEST cash price paid for your scrap box trailers, school
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Help Wanted PART TIME SALES HELP (10-20 hrs/wk) (Perfect for Retired Person) flexible hours. Call 524-1975
Part Time Appointment Setters Now Needed! 527-1118 - Nicole
Heavy Equipment 1976 CASE 580C Loader/ backhoe, fully enclosed cab, good condition, $9,000 or OBO. 603-524-4445
PART-TIME LNA to work with an elderly male veteran in the Gilford area. Hours Mon-Sun 6:30-8:30am or 5-7pm, at $18/ hour. Must work every other weekend. Call Sandi, 524-2328.
Help Wanted
PT Computer Help neededFamiliar with uploading photos onto Ebay & Craigs List. 524-1430 or 524-0785
COMMUNITY MANAGERS TPW's team of qualified and accredited managers have a comprehensive understanding of the maintenance and management needs of residential homeowner s associations. We are looking for qualified people who want to join a team oriented, growing company in our Waterville Valley office. Experienced individuals please apply to David Boston dboston@tpwmanagement.com
RN/LPN Assisted living with memory loss.
LN/CAREGIVER MARINE TECHNICIAN WANTED Full time year round position. Previous experience a must. Great working environment in a busy growing marina. Winnisquam Marine is the largest Premier Pontoon dealer in the world and the 5th largest Crownline Boat dealer in the US. If you like working on new clean boats, please apply. All applications confidential. Call Winnisquam Marine 524-8380.
BAR MANAGER NEEDED- Apply in person Franklin Elks Lodge 192 Central St. Franklin
COSMETOLOGIST Seeking professional licensed Cosmetologist to perform hair and nail services. Ideal candidate for the position must be proficient in updos and a variety of nail services. 1-3 years experience required. The ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays required. No phone calls. Apply online at www.millfalls.com.
FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT Immediate opening for part-time front office assistant at Gilford Physical Therapy & Spine Center. Must have strong computer and typing skills and be able to multi-task in a busy office. Job also includes general office cleaning. Must be able to work late afternoon/early evening hours Monday thru Friday and be flexible to cover additional shifts if needed. Email resume to gilfordpt@gilfordphysicaltherapy.com. JW Electric is looking for NH licensed electrician for employment starting October 1st. For interview, call John at 279-6386
Third Shift The Arches 9 Summer Street, Northfield, N.H. 03276 Call 603-731-7236 TAX PREPARATION SCHOOL: Potential to earn extra income after successfully completing 9-week course. Starts Sept. 24. Call Laconia Adult Education, 524-5712. Fee for books. Offered by Liberty Tax Service.
JOB OPPORTUNITY MOUNTAIN VIEW NURSING HOME
MDS Coordinator HOST FAMILIES NEEDED!!! The Laconia Leafs JR Hockey team, is searching for 2 qualified host families for the upcoming winter hockey season (Sept-March). *Players pay hosts monthly fee, are 18-20 years old, and most attend college courses. For More info contact: Coach Will Fay #581-7008 at the Laconia Ice Arena. Kidworks Learning Center Now accepting applications for Preschool Teacher Seeks enthusiastic, energetic teacher For high quality Early Learning Center Full Time Position/ benefits Must have 18 ECE Credits. Call 279-6633 or e-mail resume to kworks@metrocast.net EOE
“WE’RE HIRING” Call your local Recruiter! SFC Michael Sullivan (603)731-5505
Fulltime Permanent 40 hours/week Qualifications: Successful candidate will display the ability to perform as an active member of an interdisciplinary team, focusing on providing quality care, the RAI, and ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations while monitoring to ensure accuracy of all documentation. • Must be an RN currently licensed in State of New Hampshire • Must have previous Skilled/Long Term Care Nursing experience and knowledge of RUGS system and Care Plans • RAI/MDS 2.0 Experience required, 3.0 Preferred This is not an entry level position. Mail, Email or Fax Letter of Interest and Resume with salary requirements prior to September 28, 2012 at 4pm to: Deborah Newlin, Department of Human Resources PO Box 152, Ossipee, NH 03864 (fax) 603-539-1804 dnewlin@carrollcountynh.net Carroll County takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer
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League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Gallery has extensive education lineup MEREDITH — The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Retail Gallery is offering a varied selection of craft education workshops this fall. The gallery represents over 250 of NH’s finest artists and craftspeople. Dedicated to preserving NH’s fine craft tradition through support and education the following classes and workshops are being offered. — Chevron Ribbon Bracelet (Beadweaving), September 22, 10 a.m-1 p.m. — Sparkling Waves Bracelet (Beginner Level Soutache), September 23, 1-5 p.m. — V.I.P. - Very Important Pin or Pendant! (Intermediate Level Soutache), October 14, 1-5 p.m.
Help Wanted
— Variety Basket Weaving, October 20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Basic Felting Workshop, October 27, 1-4 p.m. Whether taking a craft to the next level or looking for a brand new hobby, these classes could be the answer. Learn the chevron ribbon pattern with Deb Fairchild and create a beautiful fabric-like bracelet entirely out of beads. Amee Sweet-McNamara’s bead and embroidery soutache jewelry is a crowd pleaser, and two different classes are offered so that those who take the first course can come back to explore a different design in our intermediate class. Ray Lagasse’s variety basket weaving class gives students the opportunity to choose which style basket
they would like to create. Kathleen Peter’s basic felting workshop will show students how to use and blend wool to creature a unique picture, and then shrink it down using elementary wet felting methods. Pre-registration is required for all courses and workshops, and space is limited. To register, or for more information visit www. nhcrafts.org/meredith, call 279-7920, or stop by the gallery in person at 279 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith, next to the Inn at Church Landing.
Home Improvements
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Services
Services
TOTAL FLOOR CARE, TOTAL HOME CARE
FOUND GOLDEN RETRIEVER
PIPER ROOFING
Professional Floor sanding, refinishing. Repair: remodeling, painting, cleaning. 603-986-8235
I want to thank you all for your help for returning Brady home. 508-395-9760
G.B. CLEANING SERVICES
NEED Help with Landscaping, gardening or general yard clean-up? I can help! Call the Flower Lady 455-7825.
Apply in person at our sales office Mon -Fri between 10:00 and 5:00.
Instruction
RED Rechargeable Flashlight. Lily Pond Road area. 520-4368 Reward
Meredith Bay 50 Lighthouse Cliffs Laconia, NH 603-524-4141
$30 Traditional Japanese Bodywork Treatments
Mobile Homes
SEASONAL GENERAL LABOR Now hiring general laborers as part of our landscape and property maintenance team.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES TPW Vacations in Waterville Valley is seeking friendly individuals to provide service and information to our valued guests. This position requires excellent customer service skills including making reservations, greeting and accommodating guests. To apply, please email David Boston dboston@tpwmanagement.com
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS The TPW maintenance division in the Waterville Valley, has a variety of service requirements suited for Individuals with a skill set in general property maintenance and home repairs. Experienced individuals please apply to: David Boston, dboston@tpwmanagement.com
Please come and enjoy the therapeutic and relaxing benefits of traditional Japanese body work known as Shiatsu. Each treatment is performed fully clothed on a comfortable floor mat and takes about an hour. Treatments are performed at the Sachem Shiatsu office at the Fitness Edge building in Meredith. Please call Sensei Jones at 603-524-4780 to make an appointment.
4 WEEK INTRODUCTION TO TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE Experience the gentle art of Tai Chi. This program is designed to help older adults with impaired balance prevent falls. However the class structure is flexible enough to accommodate students of all ages. This unique curriculum applies traditional Tai Chi movements and postures for therapeutic and functional balance training. Classes are one hour in length and begin at the following locations on the following days and times: • Taylor Community (Woodside Recreational Room) Mon. (10/1), 10-11am • Alton Senior Center-Tues. (10/2), 2-3pm • Meredith Senior Center Wed. (10/3), Exact time to be determined. • Moultonboro Rec. Thurs. (10/3), Noon-1PM
The cost of this class is only $40 ($28 for Taylor Community Residents).
For more information please call Russ at
Mobile home for sale on its own land. Town water and sewer, recently renovated. Belmont NH 603-520-3691
TPW Vacations is seeking Individuals to join our Vacation Rental management team. This role requires leadership, excellent customer service skills and an understanding of the Waterville Valley resort area. To apply, please email David Boston dboston@tpwmanagement.com
Home Improvements HOME IMPROVEMENTS- Carpenter with over 30 Years Experience for hire by the hour. 603-387-3499.
528-3531
OFFICE & RESIDENTIAL CLEANING FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES
496-2825 paubier2001@yahoo.com
Major credit cards accepted HARDWOOD Flooring- Dust Free Sanding. 25 years experience. Excellent references. Weiler Building Services 986-4045 Email: weilbuild@yahoo.com
Professional Painting Affordable price. Michael Marcotte 455-6296 SPR Property Services Residential & small office cleaning. Mobile home hand washing. Trash & junk removal. Shannon 998-6858
Motorcycles 1976 Harley FLH- Good condition, $5,000 or best offer. 455-6296 1996 Harley Sporster, 37K, garaged in Laconia. $3500 Firm. 1-617-697-6230. 2006 Honda Shadow 600 with sissy bar. Silver, like new. 3,600 miles. $4,600. 254-9007 HARLEY Davidson motorcycle cover like new $85.00. Wind deflectors $35.00. Saddlebags with water bottle. $75.00. Call John at 279-5144.
Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz
(603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH.
Roommate Wanted ADULT person to share house in Laconia. $130/week. includes everything. Pets okay. Female preferred. 603-455-8232 BELMONT: $105/week. Share 3-bedroom home on private property. All utilities included. Free internet access. Must have a good work history. Please no pets. Call 520-4500. NORTHFIELD- Nice, clean, newly renovated 2-Bedroom apartment to share. H&W included. Washer/Dryer. No pets. $400/Month, deposit required. 603-455-3220
Services
FLYFISHING LESSONS
on private trout pond. FFF certified casting instructor. Gift cert. available. (603)356-6240. www.mountainviewflyfishing.com
Land 2.2 private, wooded acres off Route 3 in Center Harbor, just over the Meredith line. Fix up the 3 bedroom mobile home or build $53,000 call 603-630-4573 GILFORD: 1 1/4 acre level & dry wooded lot with 175' on paved town road just over the Laconia line. $79,900. Owner/broker, 524-1234.
Our Customers Don!t get Soaked!
Mobile Home Lots (Lots only) for rent in: Meredith, Gilford, Franklin & Hill. Special pricing available. DRM Corp. 373 Court St., Laconia or 520-6261
524-4780 VACATION RENTAL MANAGERS
Quality Work Reasonable Rates Free Estimates Metal Roofs • Shingle Roofs
Cleaning- $12/hr. Dog walking/sitting, negotiable. Call Renee (603) 856-4565
Storage Space Store your Car, Boat, Motorcycle, RV in a clean/dry place. Monthly rates. 524-1430 or 455-6518 M.A. SMITH ELECTRIC: Quality work for any size electrical job. Licensed-Insured, Free estimates/ 603-455-5607 Mature woman will clean for you. Rates less than the rest! References. 832-3279
MR. JUNK Attics, cellars, garages cleaned out. Free estimate. Insured. 455-6296
Yard Sale GILFORD: 43 October Lane, Sat and Sun (22-23rd) 8am - 4pm Electronics, tools, laptops, computers, furniture and more! Great deals ~ 524-6815
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DRIVE IT NOW!
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
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Irwin Toyota | Scion | Ford | Lincoln 59 Bisson Avenue Laconia, NH
Irwin Hyundai
603-524-4922 | www.irwinzone.com INCLUDING:
BRAND NEW 2012 TOYOTA CAMRY LE
35
35
MPG
Roadside Assistance
MSRP............................. $19,200 Irwin Discount................ $2,228
YOUR FINAL PRICE
MSRP............................. $24,143 Irwin Discount................ $3,144
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
2.9% Available
$
27 Camry’s Available
BRAND NEW 2012 TOYOTA PRIUS TWO
MPG
0% Available 60 Mos
BRAND NEW 2012 FORD
FUSION SEL AWD
33
MSRP......................... $31,885 Irwin Discount............. $4,479 MFG Rebate................. $3,500
MPG STK#CFC161
$0 DOWN LEASE
$
7 Fusion’s Available
ned Redesig
0% Available 60 Mos
BRAND NEW 2013 FORD
ESCAPE SE 4x4
MSRP......................... $29,480 Irwin Discount............. $2,584 MFG Rebate................. $1,000
30
MPG
MPG
STK# CJC351
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
STK# CJT947
MSRP............................. $25,234 Irwin Discount................ $2,296 MFG Rebate...................... $750
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
269/MO 22,907 199/MO 22,188
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$
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29 Prius Available
32 Rav4’s Available
$
0% Available 60 Mos
LEASE FOR 36 MONTHS WITH 12,000 MILES PER YEAR. $.20 PER MILE THEREAFTER. 1ST PAYMENT, $650 ACQUISITION FEE AND $369 DEALER FEE DUE AT SIGNING. $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT WITH APPROVED CREDIT. NO SALES TAX FOR NH RESIDENTS. *SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. SPECIAL FINANCING MAY EFFECT SALE PRICE. ALL REBATES TO DEALER. MANUFACTURERS PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. AD VEHICLES REFLECT $1,000 NO PAYMENTS UNTIL 2013 CREDIT. EXPIRES 9-30-2012
BRAND NEW 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT GLS
BRAND NEW 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS
40
40
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
149/MO 14,399
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8 Accent’s Available
$
1.9% Available
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
179/MO 17,442
$
15 Elantra’s Available
F150 S/C XLT 4x4
$
1.9% Available
MSRP......................... $39,700 Irwin Discount............. $6,201 MFG Rebate................. $3,500
MPG STK#CFT437
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
329/MO 29,999
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$
17 F150’s Available
0% Available 60 Mos
LEASE FOR 24 MONTHS (F150 IS FOR 36 MOS) WITH 10,500 MILES PER YEAR. $.20 PER MILE THEREAFTER. 1ST PAYMENT, $595 ACQUISITION FEE AND $369 DEALER FEE DUE AT SIGNING. $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT WITH APPROVED CREDIT. NO SALES TAX FOR NH RESIDENTS. *SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. SPECIAL FINANCING MAY EFFECT SALE PRICE. ALL REBATES TO DEALER. MANUFACTURERS PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. AD VEHICLES REFLECT$1,000 NO PAYMENTS UNTIL 2013 CREDIT. EXPIRES 9-30-2012
BRAND NEW 2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS
BRAND NEW 2012 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS FWD
28
MPG
STK# HDC233
MSRP............................... $18,795 Irwin Discount.................. $1,353
2.9% Available
BRAND NEW 2012 FORD
MPG
STK# HDS180
MSRP............................... $15,495 Irwin Discount.................. $1,069
3 Escape’s Available
28
35
MPG
MPG
YOUR FINAL PRICE
26,896
$ STK#DFT136
MSRP............................. $25,027 Irwin Discount................ $2,120
YOUR FINAL PRICE
199/MO 23,906
$
.9% Available 60 Mos
27
YOUR FINAL PRICE
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5 Focus’ Available
BRAND NEW 2012 TOYOTA RAV4 4x4
51
$0 DOWN LEASE
159/MO 16,619
$
209/MO 16,972 199/MO 20,999
28 Corolla’s Available
FOCUS SE
MSRP......................... $21,905 Irwin Discount............ $2,986 MFG Rebate................. $2,000
STK#CFC151
STK# CJC393
$
BRAND NEW 2012 FORD
40
MPG
$
PAYMENTS UNTIL 2013
MPG
STK# DJC504
$0 DOWN LEASE
SECURITY DEPOSIT
1Year Free Scheduled Maintenance*
3 Oil Changes Free
BRAND NEW 2013 TOYOTA COROLLA LE
$
$
DOWN PAYMENT
446 Union Avenue Laconia, NH All of our New & Preowned Vehicles come with
SALES EVENT
STK# HDC236
MSRP............................... $23,150 Irwin Discount.................. $1,364 MFG Rebate.......................$1500
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
159/MO 20,286
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23 Sonata’s Available
$
0% Available
STK# HCT491
MSRP............................... $27,319 Irwin Discount.................. $2,101 MFG Rebate......................$2,000
$0 DOWN LEASE
YOUR FINAL PRICE
229/MO 23,281
$
22 Santa Fe’s Available
$
1.9% Available
LEASE FOR 36 MONTHS WITH 12,000 MILES PER YEAR. $.20 PER MILE THEREAFTER. 1ST PAYMENT, $595 ACQUISITION FEE AND $369 DEALER FEE DUE AT SIGNING. $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT WITH APPROVED CREDIT. NO SALES TAX FOR NH RESIDENTS. *1.9% FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. SPECIAL FINANCING MAY EFFECT SALE PRICE. ALL REBATES TO DEALER. MANUFACTURERS PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. AD VEHICLES REFLECT$1,000 NO PAYMENTS UNTIL 2013 CREDIT. EXPIRES 8-31-2012