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Tristan Jerrier and Rose Therrien use hydraulic controls to maneuver their “Robot Arm” during Joanne Gilbert’s CCR Applied Physics class at Laconia High School Monday morning. (Karen Bobotas/for the Laconia Daily Sun)

BY ROGER AMSDEN FOR THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Members of Laconia High School’s applied physics class got to use hydraulically controlled robotic arms to do some precision lifting Monday

morning.

One team of students, Trevor Blake, Andrew West and Michael Hodge, all juniors, were using the arm they put together to pick up thumbtacks by the slender tack end and then drop them into

a soda can. Nearby, seniors Christian Miles, Ben Ainsworth and Tom Nickerson used their arm to lift and nestle small metal cups inside each other.

Another team of students Richard see ROBOT page 24

Tilton man identified as Boothby announces run for victim of falling pine tree District 1 Executive Council seat

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BY MICHAEL KITCH

LACONIA — Police yesterday identified the man who was struck and killed when high winds toppled a pine tree across Davidson Drive, near the boat club, at South Down Shores on Sunday afternoon as Paul Russell, 54, of Tilton.

According to a prepared statement, police officers and firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 4:13 p.m. where Officer Jonathan Howe found Russell, see RUSSELL page 24

MEREDITH — Accompanied by a group of his closest supporters at the State House yesterday, Christopher Boothby of Meredith became the first Republican to enter the race to succeed the late Ray Burton as Executive Councilor in District 1.

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Boothby acknowledged there is a lot of ground to cover and voters to reach in the 58 days before the primary election on January 21, particularly since three major holidays — Thanksgiving, see BOOTHBY page 25

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Putin meets pope and Berlusconi in Italy

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin had a busy first day in Rome on Monday, going from the pope to a “Pussy Riot” protest to dinner at the palazzo of his old friend, Silvio Berlusconi.

Putin showed off his religious side during his visit to the Vatican, stopping to cross himself and kiss an icon of the Madonna that he gave Pope Francis. But Moscow’s improving relations with the Vatican only went so far: Putin didn’t invite Francis to visit.

After the 35 minute audience, Putin went across town to pay a courtesy call on Italian President Giorgio Napolitano. A few dozen people protesting Russia’s detention of two members of the punk band “Pussy Riot” tried to block his motorcade, toting posters reading: “We spit on Putin.”

He managed to get through, and then arrived at Berlusconi’s Palazzo Grazioli.

Berlusconi promised a fully Italian dinner for Putin, whom the threetime Italian premier has entertained before at his Sardinian estate.

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After Iran deal, diplomatic focus turns to Syria BEIRUT (AP) — Within 24 hours of an interim deal aimed at reining in Iran’s nuclear program, world powers raised hopes Monday for the first face-to-face talks to end the Syrian civil war as the United Nations called the warring parties to the table.

But huge gaps remain. The opposition remains vague on whether it will even attend the Geneva conference called for Jan. 22, and both sides hold fundamentally different visions on the very basics, particularly the future role of President

Bashar Assad.

Nevertheless, Monday’s announcement of a date for the talks after months of delay produced palpable hope that the precedent of successful nuclear negotiations with Iran might open new diplomatic channels that could help broker an end to the nearly 3-year-old civil war in Syria that has killed more than 100,000 people.

The nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers was announced in Geneva on Sunday. Success in negotiations on a final accord could pave the way for normal-

ization of ties between Iran and the West, reshaping the Mideast political map.

As Assad’s staunchest ally, Iran has given him significant financial support and is believed to have sent military advisers, trained pro-government militiamen and directed one of its proxies, Lebanon’s Shiite Muslim Hezbollah, to fight alongside Assad’s troops.

U.N. spokesman Martin Nesirky played down the possibility that the negotiations with Iran played a direct role in the movesee SYRIA page 12

‘Petcoke’ piling up in Midwest A year later, still no apparent

CHICAGO (AP) — The images are startling. Billowing black clouds darken the daytime sky as wind-driven grit pelts homes and cars and forces bewildered residents to take cover.

The onslaught, captured in photos and video footage from Detroit and Chicago this year, was caused by the same thing: brisk winds sweeping across huge black piles of petroleum coke, or “petcoke,” a powdery byproduct of oil refining that’s been accumulating along Midwest shipping channels and sparking a new wave of health and environmental concerns.

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motive for Sandy Hook shooting HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — In fifth grade, Adam Lanza wrote a book that included tales of children being slaughtered and a son shooting his mother in the head.

In the years that followed, he was obsessed with mass murders, assembling articles, photos, books, footage and violent video games, including one in which players gun down students in school. He even kept a spreadsheet ranking mass murders.

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But they were unable to answer the question that everyone has been asking since the tragedy: Why? “The obvious question that remains is: ‘Why did the shooter murder 27 people, including 20 children?’ Unfortunately, that question may never be answered conclusee next page

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— Gail Ober from preceding page sively,” the report said.

Lanza “was under no extreme emotional disturbance for which there was a reasonable explanation or excuse.”

The summary released by the lead investigator, State’s Attorney Stephen Sedensky III, describes a 20-year-old gunman who had “significant mental health issues” but had sure knowledge of what he was planning: Besides having the spreadsheet, he smashed his computer hard drive and he used earplugs during the shooting.

Lanza killed 20 first-graders and six educators with a semi-automatic rifle at the school on Dec. 14. He also shot his mother in the forehead inside their home. He committed suicide with a handgun as police arrived at the school.

Sedensky said there was no clear indication why Lanza chose Sandy Hook Elementary other than that it was close to his home. He attended Sandy Hook from first through fifth grade, but he was never assigned to the classrooms where the shootings took place.

The spiral-bound manuscript that Lanza wrote in the fifth grade at Sandy Hook, “The Big Book of Granny,” was among items seized from Lanza’s home. There is no indication he ever handed the book in at school.

The main character has a gun in her cane and shoots people, and another character likes hurting people, especially children Lanza also became obsessed with the 1999 Columbine High bloodbath and other such mass killings, the report said.

The guns he used in the attack had been purchased legally by his mother, who often took her son shooting and, according to the report, had written out a check to buy him a pistol for Christmas.

The report said that in 2005, Lanza was diagnosed with Asperger’s disorder — an autism-like condition that is not associated with violence — and that he lacked empathy for others and behaved strangely.

Nobody was allowed into his room, not even to clean, according to the report. It said Lanza also disliked birthdays, Christmas and holidays and did not like to have his hair cut.

He also wouldn’t touch doorknobs, his food had to be arranged on the plate in a certain way, and he changed clothes often during the day. He was a loner at school and was repelled by crowds and loud noises.

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From Left to right is Chief Kevin Morrow, Town Manager Phil Warren, Officer Robert Nedeau, Sgt. Michael Harper, Detective Corporal John Eichhorn, Lt. Keith True, and Officer Bart Merrill. (Courtesy photo)

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Bob Meade

Racism. . .

The president, a man of color, was elected twice, to the highest office of the most prosperous and powerful nation the world has ever known. In each election, he received enormous support from white people.

Oprah Winfrey, a woman of color, created an empire that provides her earnings of $300 million a year.

She has amassed a total net worth of $2.9 billion, to a great extent because of her skills and abilities and the respect and admiration she earned from her mostly white female audiences.

Two people of color. One became the president of our country and the other became a household name while building a communications and entertainment empire. Both achieved their positions of stature, in part, because of the backing and support of the country’s white population.

If a person achieves a large measure of success, it is not because of the color of their skin, it is often because of their vision, intelligence, daring, work ethic, tenacity, and so on. Businesses succeed and businesses fail . . . every single day. Great athletes win and lose . . . every single day. Students ace and disgrace . . . every single day.

Some scale the mountain peak and others fall off the cliff . . . every single day. And, those yeas and nays are not because of the color of their skin . . . it is because of their skills and abilities.

Oprah Winfrey recently told a British interviewer that the president’s detractors may be so because of the color of his skin. She didn’t offer an opinion that he might be an inept manager. Nor did she opine that he may be deceitful, or cunningly adept at creating divisions among the people. No, his failures, or the divisions among the people, are because of the color of his skin.

The mere mention of racism creates a tension between the races that may not have existed before the statement was made. Why? Because it immediately demands one side defend itself lest they be branded as a racist. How does one prove they don’t have racist thoughts or intentions?

Our system of laws requires that the government, or the one making a charge of wrong-doing by another, must be able to prove beyond a reasonable doubt, the allegation of wrong-doing. The one charged with wrong-doing has a right to challenge the veracity of the charges made against him or her. For Miss Winfrey, or anyone, to in any way imply a charge of racism, they should be required to name names and offer proof, and be prepared for legal rebuttal by the person so

charged.

During World War II, there was a slogan, “Loose lips sink ships”. Today, the “loose lips” make unfounded charges of racism and those charges are creating unnecessary divisions and animosity among the people; sinking our society with incivility as an alibi for failure.

Over the last few years, our country has become more divided than at any time in my lifetime. When President Obama was elected, most people hoped that his election would continue our country’s progress on the road to ever improving race relations. It was an opportunity to show people of color that, as Martin Luther King, Jr. so famously said, people would be judged by the content of their character, not by the color of their skin.

What has happened though, is that too many people use the color of the president’s skin as a shield against legitimate criticism. The president himself, and many of his senior advisors and supporters, have hurled invectives and used “street talk” to demonize any opposition. Some of the disrespect from street talk, and sloganeering such as “Bin Laden’s dead, General Motors is alive.” appears to have even incited rioters in the middle east who, when our embassy in Cairo was under siege, were chanting, “We are one and a half billion Bin Ladens.”

Racism exists . . . in all nations and in all peoples, and every effort should be made to minimize and, hopefully, eliminate it. Racism by the Nazis resulted in over six million Jews being murdered. Europe is again growing in anti-Semitism and the influx of middle-eastern immigrants is imposing an unwanted multi-cultural problem that could well be called racism. The middle east is rife with intolerance and racism against all who are not Muslim. We hear and read of Christian Churches being burned to the ground in Egypt and of Christians fleeing across borders to avoid being murdered. Israel is under constant siege as some Muslim leaders have expressed their desire to wipe Israel off the map and drive the Jews into the sea. They view the United States as the great satan. And Iran progresses towards becoming a nuclear power.

Think of that deeply ingrained racism described above and then ask yourself, can you justify calling someone a racist because of a disagreement over policy or performance?

Wake up before it’s too late.

(Bob Meade is a Laconia resident.)

LETTERS Please continue to support others in need, and stay on guard To The Laconia Daily Sun, We humbly write this letter to thank all the wonderful people, agencies and businesses that helped us after losing most of our belongings as well as our dog and cat, Roxy and Selena, due to a senseless and tragic three alarm house fire at 143 Young Road in Gilford, on April 17, 2013.

Immediately during the fire, the Red Cross was there to comfort us. They helped with providing us shelter for two nights at a local hotel and with purchasing some personal items we needed daily.

Not being able to stay in the environment provided, I went to the Marriot in Gilford. The manager there, Doti, not only was able to offer a reduced rate, she was able to organize things so that the Elks Lodge in Gilford donated enough money for an extended stay there. This provided time to try to sort things our and start pieces our lives back together. Without Doti’s help working as a liaison when I was unable to pay at times, it would have been impossible to make it this far.

We would like to thank all of our friends at the members of the United Methodist Church in Gilford, as well as the clergy members new and old. Their donations of clothing, money, and shelter when we had no other resource was such a blessing. A special thank you to Paul Weston who unselfishly took the time to contact as many people as he could. He and his family were very generous to us, providing anything we needed. Just being able to call and talk was comforting. I was too embarrassed to ask anyone else for help.

Although we remain homeless, we are optimistic that things will improve.

We have witnessed this community time and time again pull together and help victims of all types of tragedies and losses. This has been one long, dev-

astating, unimaginable experience to say the least. It’s easy to feel sorry for yourself when you are sleeping in your car. When you have customers that take advantage of your situation sometimes deciding not to pay in full or a few not at all. It’s embarrassing when you can’t provide for your own family. The bottom line is, like my daughter tells me, “It could be worse dad.”

If I could share one important lesson we have learned on this journey, please continue to support others in need. But most important stay on guard as parents, neighbors, teachers and coaches. Any guardian of our children. Tragedy, sickness and evil can strike anyone, anytime and show no discrimination.

We recently realized that as tragic and devastating as our losses are, there are so many more situations that go undetected in our community. As a single parent I know how difficult it can be at times, and how embarrassing it is to ask for help! If you need it please don’t wait until its too late.

Let’s all try and continue to help each other; let’s ask for the ability to start in our own home. Let us not only pray for each other and all of the people who are always there to help. But let us also pray for the people who take advantage at some of these tragedies.

God Bless all who have helped, bless the people who need help. We are grateful for everything we have. We are trying to remain positive as we battle through one obstacle at a time together.

A heartfelt thank you to our friends, neighbors, and our wonderful communities: Gilford, Belmont and Laconia.

Julie Auld Quinn Engle Dave Auld Gilford

Kudos to Gilmanton officials for decrease in town tax burden To The Daily Sun, Give credit where credit is due.

I have been a taxpayer in Gilmanton for 40 years. My recollection is that the tax rate has increased for 38 of those years. We had a minimal decrease in 2012 and an outstanding decrease of 9.4 percent this year. This decrease is due to the efforts of our selectmen to control town spending. We need to thank our selectmen, town administrator, depart-

ment heads and the Budget Committee for this tax reduction.

On the other hand, our School Board and superintendent have over budgeted in excess of $500,000 a year for the last three years. We need to get school spending under control. Please review the school budget closely before you vote in March.

Douglas Isleib Gilmanton IW

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LETTERS Playing field has to level between haves & have nots of Obamacare To The Daily Sun, As long as Obamacare bears the same name as a sitting president it will never be repealed. Because it cannot be repealed it needs to be amended and soon to prevent further damage to the people it is effecting.

In order for it to work the political corruption that has been built into it through waivers and wiggle room have to go. The waivers given to Unions and big business need to be repealed immediately.

The large increases people are seeing on their cancellations are caused by the amount of people expected to join the exchanges and the taxes on the existing plans.

The unions are providing Cadillac plans that should be paying a 40 percent tax on their policies and they are exempt from the law leaving the rest of us to pick up their tab. These are auto workers, Teamsters, teachers, state workers, police, and construction workers in large cities. Millions of high wage, big benefit workers who are laughing at the rest of us for being a bunch of chumps This of course is not to mention our politicians, Ayotte, Shea-Porter, Shaheen, and Kuster. They and their staffs are exempt.

They need to declare that they will

waive their exemption and join Obamacare and then repeal their exemption.

The playing field has to level.

The anti-kickback provision that is in every federal contract was removed from the law, allowing the President and HHS secretary to trade favors for waivers. This has to go; it invites corruption.

I have repeatedly heard that for the law to work they need millions of young healthy workers 21 to 29 to join the exchanges. If this is so than why in God’s name did they make the policies cover children until they are 26 years old.

The rules causing all these cancellations needs to be fixed. The government will still get the policy tax that every non exempt policy pays.

The cronyism needs to go and the president needs to tell his friends they are no better than anyone else and for the greater good we must all bear this burden equally.

If they get everyone paying their share this law may have a chance to succeed and the cost will go down. Without these reforms the people who have to comply will do so begrudgingly feeling like they are being used as tools for the politicians and their friends.

I do.

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2 board members were stern with Mr. Daniels, but not disrespectful To The Laconia Daily Sun, Mr. Phil Whitmann and I were the only citizens from the town of Alton in attendance at the selectman’s meeting on November 4.

At that meeting, four of the board members expressed their concern, frustration, and exasperation with another of their members, Mr. Robert Daniel, regarding his repeated sending of e-mails to another of the town’s boards, wherein he either expressed opinions opposite to those he expressed at the meetings, or, not having expressed an option at the meetings, decided to do so in an e-mail to the other board.

This matter had been discussed with Mr.Daniels in the past, but believing himself to be in the right, Mr. Daniels continue the practice.

The members ultimately bought the issue to the attention of the town’s attorney, who validated his concerns in writing. Attorney Sessler’s letter was made available to Mr. Daniels at the November 4 meeting.

Two of the board members were, indeed, quite stern in their remarks

to Mr.Daniels, but they were not disrespectful.

Mr. Whitmann’s written impression that the other members, “were not happy about Mr. Daniels being elected to the board to the point of attempting to thwart the will of the voters who elected him”, is quite a reach.

It is commonly known that board members have a responsibility to each other, and to the town they serve, to respectfully listen to each other’s opinions, ideas, etc., and to strive to be open and frank during their discussions. These discussions are absolutely necessary and are the very reason for the need of having town board in the first place.

When a board member does not participate in open discussion or does, indeed, participate, but in retrospect, decides to alter his position by way of an e-mail to another board, the public’s “right to know” is compromised.

I am very thankful the town’s meetings are videotaped for all to see and hear.

Sheila Shapleigh Alton

When is this assault on Belmont property taxpayers going to stop?

To The Laconia Daily Sun, As we know the Belmont tax rate went up again! When will it stop? We always hear the budget is low and we are out of money or borrowing. Since the 80s, it’s been the same old thing.

But they don’t want us to assume its the school which is usually a topic, where is all the money going then?

As hard working taxpayers I’m speaking for all of us. When it is going to stop? They wonder why foreclosures

and houses are up for sale. Maybe they can make more use of the school like Laconia does and adult education. I would recommend a budget course, and other activities to benefit the town to bring the moral up. Right now a lot of people are negative wondering if they can afford to pay their mortgages next month. Welcome to Taxmont!

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LETTERS I’m sure ‘In God We Trust’ was placed on our currency for a reason To The Daily Sun, By no means am I a public speaker, and furthermore I lack eloquence and am often times ignorant and foolish, too!

I’m learning to exercise my thoughts, convictions (not to be confused with my record!), and experiences in a public manner as to provoke thoughts, I’m pretty good at provoking things I’m told. . . hehehee So I begin this session by stating that, “CHANGE on a national level, begins with me and you.” or is that you and I?! At any rate: THIS IS WHERE IT STARTS. Once we as a nation truly understand that concept as individuals, it is my belief that the bigger issues will fall into place? (Is that one big run on sentence?)

So the idea is “How can I get the ball rolling in my community,” so it affects local change? Then the domino effect is initiated. Moving on to state, federal, and national change. If that’s the proper order?

It seems as though so much time and energy is spent wanting to CHANGE the wrong things. Such as concepts, precepts and pretty much everything else! These things are not collectively possible unless it begins with ourselves as individuals.

Although a lot of CHANGE has occurred over the last number of decades, it does NOT seem to be inducing, or producing the positive CHANGES “We the people” are so desperately in NEED of. . .

There are many age old principals that were set in place long ago. They are overlooked in this present day.

The first one I would like to bring attention to is “ ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.” This IS OUR Pledge (promise/vow) of Allegiance(oneness,unity). Our country was founded on this. . . Over the years this principal that was set (as the precedence for under which unity falls) has de-evolved, diminished and definitely has been corrupted. As selfish concepts, wants, likes or dislikes take over. I’m saddened to see that precedence’s now are based on what feels good, or what we like?

Let’s be real, “what seems good is NOT always what is RIGHT, and what one likes cannot be confused with what the need is for love.” These standards have been removed from our schools, courts, and lifestyles in general. Freedom, justice and unity are attained under the precepts,

principals and laws of God (NOT to be confused with God!) and as we began as a country WE THE PEOPLE FELL UNDER HIM! We wonder why there are such major problems on our hands? Don’t get me wrong I get “life happens”, believe me I do. I know full well about not having control over outside circumstances coming in and disrupting already hard circumstances.

In that CHANGE still comes down to me, and taking responsibility for that which I allow to run my life.

What is it going to take for us to come back to the “meat and potatoes,” of what our country was non-coincidentally founded on?

It is evident that CHANGE on a larger scale, begins with me and reenforcing the fundamental principals in my life that have and always will make this country great. That will get the ball started, but it has to be more than that. The issue of being “ONE” and “UNDIVIDABLE” or unified and unbreakable is imperative too, as “ A HOUSE DIVIDED AGAINST ITSELF, WILL NOT STAND.” DIVISION is in our homes, streets, schools, work places, courts, churches and governing principals.

We can tit-for-tat all day long, and point the finger as you may also see its not getting us where we need to be.

Except for further from our roots and what so grounded our country and ourselves as individuals. . .

Another principal our country was founded on: “IN GOD WE TRUST.” We see this standard pass our eyes on a daily basis, without even giving it a second thought. I’m sure it was placed on our currency system for a reason!

As it has been said, “Money the root of all evil.” Perhaps is was meant to be a warning to the people so regularly using it? I’m sure again that it was no coincidence that is was strategically placed on our money, because it reminds us of what our country was rooted and grounded in. As well as while utilizing our currency, we should be reminded of the principals under which we are to use it for! Perhaps any deviation from that would then create problems? The financial issues of this country come as no surprise to me. . . .

The breakdown is not only that which we fight for, but under that which we are fighting. Of course these are just a few examples, hoping just to provoke thoughts. . .

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What is now the protocol for a visit to Lakes Region General Hospital?

To The Daily Sun, I’m confused. . . with this all new switching around of care by the hospitals, doctors, and incoming Obamacare, what is the protocol for a visit to LRGH; be it the walk-in clinic, or the ER? I recently heard that you couldn’t be seen in the WIC if you’re vomiting and are then sent to the ER, but at the ER if you don’t have insurance, or $150 or even $1,500 you can’t be seen and they send you home telling you to see your own doctor or sign up for Medicaid, with no medicine or prescriptions given.

you were seen, made comfortable, given some meds to get you through UNTIL you could see your doctor and not based on your ability to pay. I understand that the ER is not your primary care provider and they can only stabilize and give care and comfort. However, If someone from LRGH would be willing to respond or perhaps talk with a reporter who could enlighten the entire community on this new protocol, I would appreciate it, and then perhaps, they wouldn’t be bothered by the uninsured sick people of the area from seeking help.

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LETTERS To our dear colleague Ray Burton; rest is peace; you deserve it To The Daily Sun, New Hampshire’s North Country has lost a very special person. Those under 55 will remember always seeing Ray Burton’s name on the ballot. We just knew Ray was the one who could do the job right — everyday, for everyone, and for almost any cause or need.

He did it with compassion, friendship, and the certainty of knowing who could get him the answer. Many of us contacted Ray over the years and, with a mind like a Rolodex for names, he would inquire “how is your son?”, “how about that new baby?”, or “how is your mother doing?”, and “take my card and call me anytime.” He ALWAYS got back to you. Ray was everywhere — in either his bright yellow convertible or the Mercury with number “1” on the plate. Whether a potluck supper in Warren, a special hearing in Colebrook, a washed out road in Lebanon, or a fund-raiser for a needy family in

Piermont — Ray was there!

Our region has been privileged to have Ray watching our backs for so many years — 35 years as Executive Councilor and 23 years as a Grafton County Commissioner in District #2.

This is surely a record for any office holder in New Hampshire! He would have hoped that his successor would carry the same passion for the North Country with its special issues and needs. Whoever replaces him should take a look at his record and remember that he helped everyone, regardless of where they lived, how they voted, or what they needed to have done. What a legacy to leave us all.

To our dear colleague, may you rest in peace — you deserve it!

With our utmost respect and sympathy to Ray’s family, The Plymouth Area Democrats Louis R. Lieto, Groton

People are already raving about the New Hampton Fitness Trail To The Daily Sun, The verdict is in! While only the basic ground work (path defined) is done and culverts installed for the New Hampton Nature-Fitness Trail, enthusiasts are raving about it and one, who has walked it several times, said “we never thought it would be so beautiful.” Bob Barry, engineer, and in charge, is lining up volunteers for the fitness-station installations and willing persons are asked to leave their names at the Town Office, 7443559. R. P. Williams of Bristol is contributing post cement as needed and Selectman Neil Irvine has his trusty powered post-hole digger wound up, so the “Citizens Committee is much relieved to see this movement,” said Nancy Conkling, committee member. . . but cautions “don’t expect too much

as the snows are coming, but a good start, we’ll do.”

“Just this week a study bolstered the reasons for the trail originally,” Pat Schlesinger, also of the committee said: LRGH’s Healthy Communities, Dr. Susan Lynch’s efforts against childhood obesity and DRED’s concern for outdoor activities for the young/elderly, and the latest is the American Heart Association’s report of studies that say today’s children are 15 percent less fit than their parents. They explain the problems most likely stem from too much TV watching, playing video games and not enough options for outdoor activity.

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By AlAnA Persson FOR THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — The Middle School JAG Class last week hosted a Empty Bowls Banquet in conjunction with Stand Up! Laconia’s presentation, “Let’s Talk About Drugs and our Community”.

During the presentation the School District’s resource police officer, Steve Orton reaffirmed that the community is experiencing a drug epiJAG students and their adviser Jessica Roberts collect donations for the Empty Bowls Banquet held demic that requires the at LMS on November 20. (Courtesy photo) community’s immediate state surveys have shown that the Lakes Region is intervention. above the state average for past 30 day consumption The Empty Bowls Banquet was conceived to benof alcohol and substance abuse in all categories. efit local charity organizations. Madelina Morris, a Fowler stressed the importance of parents becom7th grade student, took on the project as an indeing involved in the lives of their children and the pendent study, and received help and support from local youth at large. “Nine out of 10 people strugvarious organizations and individuals within the gling with an addiction started before age 18,” stated schools. Working in collaboration with Tavern 27, Fowler. “If we can prevent drug abuse at a young the group was able to get soup donated for the event. age, we can help prevent long-term drug addiction.”

“The project helped me see that a little bit can go a As school resource officer for Laconia High School, long way, and that you need to need to think of others too, Orton sees first hand the effects drugs and alcobefore yourself,” said Morris. “This year we raised over hol have on the youth in the community. In both the $700 and next year we hope to raise even more.” school and the widespread community there is genStand Up! Laconia is a grassroots coalition that is erally 10 percent of the population who has signifistanding up against drug and alcohol use among the cant disciplinary and abuse problems, yet this small youth and actively promoting an increase in positive population has a large effect on the other 90 percent. and healthy peer and family relationships in the comThe cultural shift constantly promoting the use of munity. Clare Persson, chair of Stand Up! Laconia drugs and alcohol through television shows, comintroduced the guest speakers for the presentation: mercials, songs, and other media outlets has caused Traci Fowler of Lakes Region Community Services, the vast majority of people to become dull to the Orton of the Laconia Police Department and Detective messages inundating the lives of the youth.

Chris Noyes of the Narcotics Unit at LPD. With a small group of people assembled, Orton “N.H. has a drug and alcohol epidemic” was the stated that it will be impossible to fight the 10 perstatement that kicked off the presentation. Using cent with 1 just percent of the 90 percent “strong”. this statement as a platform for discussion, Fowler The other 89 percent of the “strong” community showed recent statistics placing New Hampshire as must take the initiative to wake up to the issue and the second ranked state for monthly marijuana use become involved in they wish to see the issues dissiin the age 12-17 category, and first in the country for pate, he said. “We are not going to combat this probpast month alcohol consumption between the ages 12-20. In addition to the high national averages, see next page PETCOKE from p. 2 dust.

“We could barely open the windows this summer because the black dust was so bad,” said Susanna Gomez, 37, a mother and grandmother who lives on Chicago’s far southeast side, across a set of railroad tracks from a shipping terminal that stockpiles petcoke until it can be loaded on to ships for export. She said she worries about one of her sons, who’s asthmatic, but doesn’t have the money to move.

Alan Beemsterboer, whose family owns another nearby site that long has handled slag, asphalt and coal, and now, increasingly, petcoke, said he doesn’t understand the controversy.

“This has been an industrial area forever — a coke plant used to be there, a steel mill used to be there,” Beemsterboer said. “Coal and petcoke are just dirty words now. “

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Jury finds Bristol man guilty of welfare fraud

By Gail OBer

LACONIA - A Bristol man was convicted by a jury in Belknap County Superior Court yesterday of welfare fraud - a class A felony.

Christopher Boisvert was found guilty of aiding and abetting a Belknap County woman of receiving $7,000 in benefits from the state of New Hampshire between December of 2010 and February of 2012.

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Guldbrandsen said $3,000 of the benefits were cash and $3,000 were medical services.

He had previously told the Department of Health and Human Services he was homeless during that period of time when he was seen regularly at the address of a woman. Charged in the Second Circuit Court, Plymouth Division with an unrelated crime, Boisvert also used the same woman’s address for getting his court paperwork. see next page

from preceding page lem until the community stands up, fills and room, and works to make a change.”

For a broader look at the substance abuse epidemic, Detective Noyes exposed critical information regarding prevalence of man-made drugs on the market. It was made known that after the first six months of prescription drug disposal at the new drop-off box in Laconia, there was over 412-pounds of prescription drugs collected. This number was first in the state, with Nashua next with a collection of 290- pounds. In addition to the disproportionate amount of prescription drugs prevalent among the community, there is a also a high demand for synthetic drugs such as “Spice”

and “K2”, which can be purchased over the counter in various surrounding towns.

“Parents need to be aware of the products on the market and be a part of their kids lives,” said Noyes.

“Every person who does something is going to effect someone you know, so turning a blind eye toward the issue will help no one.”

Stand Up! Laconia is a growing coalition that meets during Better Together gatherings. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 3 from 5-7 p.m. at the Laconia Middle School. For more information about Stand Up! Laconia visit www. standuplaconia.com or email standuplaconia@ metrocast.net.

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Gilmanton man free on bail after allegedly pointing fake gun at police

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THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

GILMANTON — A Gilmanton man is free on $25,000 personal recognizance bail after allegedly pointing a home-made toy revolver at a police officer.

Affidavits obtained from the 4th Circuit Court, Laconia Division on Monday said Daniel Walker, 57, of Chestnut Avenue is charged with one count of felony reckless conduct for “purposely” placing another in imminent bodily danger and one count of felony reckless conduct for “recklessly” placing another in imminent danger. The charges represent different theories of the same Saturday night/Sunday morning crime.

When the officer asked why Walker pointed a gun at him, he said he thought it was his neighbor or one of his neighbor’s friends and was “stand(ing) his ground.”

Police said the story began earlier when the officer responded to Walker’s home at 1:28 a.m. after being dispatched there and being told there was a report of someone standing on the porch shooting a gun into the air.

The officer, who had police backup coming from Belmont, drove down Chestnut Avenue and initially drove past the actual house, said affidavits.

When he turned around in his marked cruiser, he said he saw Walker move quickly to the corner of his deck, take an aggressive stance, and bring his hands to his face like he was pointing a gun at him.

The officer backed away about 100 feet for “his own safety” and got out from preceding page Guldbrandsen said Boisvert “took advantage of the welfare system for over a year at the expense of the taxpayer.”

She said her office takes these cases

of his cruiser, removing his duty pistol from its holster. Affidavits said when he saw Walker walking toward him, he gave him specific orders to “walk slowly,” to “place his hands on his head,” and to “get to his knees” — all of which Walker did.

A Belmont officer handcuffed him.

When the Gilmantion officer asked Walker what he was doing, Walker said he was lighting fireworks off from his deck. Then he said he was using a toy revolver to “light off caps” to annoy his neighbors because he doesn’t like them.

He said it was a toy revolver but that it was capable of firing real bullets. Walker gave police permission to go into his house and secure the weapon, warning them there was a “live round ball” in the gun.

Police found the revolver. Affidavits said Walker apologized repeatedly about allegedly pointing it at the officer, telling him he was a former corrections officer and that he understood what was happening to him.

In court yesterday, Walker appeared by video and said nothing.

Although the police prosecutor and Walker’s attorney agreed on $5,000 personal recognizance bail, the prosecutor mentioned that Walker had apparently been drinking that evening.

Judge Jim Carroll said he would set bail at $25,000 personal recognizance and ordered that until the case was adjudicated, he was not to drink alcohol, not to possess any firearms or explosive devises, and to sign a waiver of extradition. seriously and the female who was unnamed in her media release is also being held at the Belknap County House of Corrections pending sentencing.

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By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Paul Moynihan, director of public works, was grilled by Councilor Henry Lipman (Ward 3), who chairs the Finance Committee, about his management of the Department of Public Works (DPW) fleet when the City Council met last night.

Lipman was surprised to learn that the DPW decided to keep four vehicles that he expected would be retired when the council authorized borrowing $170,000 to replace equipment in the 2014-2014 city budget.

During discussion of the budget Lipman expressed concern about the cost of insuring and maintaining vehicles that had outlived their useful life.

Moynihan told the council that since 2008 the department had added 20 vehicles and a snow blower attachment and scrapped, traded or auctioned a dozen vehicles. Four of eight vehicles — two salt and sand trucks and two Bobcat sidewalk plows — represented net additions to the fleet. The other four vehicles — two new pickup trucks, a new street sweeper and a new dump truck — were intended as replacement vehicles, but Moynihan said that the department had retained the existing vehicles.

“I have problems with this,” said Lipman, who reminded Moynihan that he had requested an analysis of the cost of insuring and maintaining vehicles designated for replacement.

Moynihan replied that the cost analysis was included in his report and that the four vehicles “more than paid for themselves.” The pickup trucks were used by seasonal employees, he said, while the dump truck will serve as an extra plow truck if necessary as well as a source of spare parts. The old street sweeper, which costs $2,554 to retain, he claimed more than paid for itself by reducing the amount of contracted street cleaning services.

“Two street sweepers for a city our size seems pretty rich,” Lipman remarked. “When we make an investment we need the whole picture,” he continued. “I don’t want to drive by Messer Street and see lots of equipment parked and not being used.”

“We’re very concerned about not keeping anything that’s not paying for itself,” Moynihan responded.

Lipman said that he wanted “a plan,” and after assuring Moynihan there was nothing “personal” about his remarks, told him that he presented one plan to the council then chose to take a different course. “You need to come back to us,” he said.

SYRIA from page 2 ment on Syria, which followed a meeting in Geneva of senior diplomats from the U.S., Russia and the U.N. The two tracks “are very separate, both tracks have been going on in different formats, in different locations,” he told reporters. “So I would simply say that it was a good weekend for diplomacy.”

Still, a senior member in the main, Western-backed Syrian opposition coalition expressed hope the nuclear deal would transform Iran into a “positive regional player,” relinquishing its support for Assad.

“We hope the Iranian nuclear deal will provide impetus for a Syria deal,” Abdelbaset Sieda of the Syrian National Coalition told The Associated Press. “The Iranian government must cut relations with the regime and leave the choice to the Syrian people.”

A break between Iran and Assad is unlikely in the short term given the foothold the alliance gives Tehran in the Arab world. Still, a thaw between Iran and the U.S. — which backs the opposition coalition — could prompt Tehran to encourage Assad to make concessions, at least enough to keep talks going.

“If the Iran talks had not worked or if the Iranian deal had not come about yesterday, I think it might have been more hard-going today,” said Salman Shaikh, director of the Brookings Doha Center. “In terms of the diplomatic atmosphere, there’s certainly a feeling of some impetus.”

The conference aims to work out a roadmap for Syria adopted by the U.S., Russia and other major powers in June 2012 — including creating a transitional government leading to the holding of elections.

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Thanksgiving Day road race/walk in Sandwich will benefit Appalachian Mountain Teen Project

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SANDWICH — Join the Appalachian Mountain Teen Project on Thanksgiving Day for a 5k run or 2.5k walk at the Sandwich Fire Station, located at 23 Wentworth Hill Road.

Take some time to get out and move while supporting a local, community based, grass-roots program that works collaboratively with youth, parents, educators and community members to strengthen selfesteem, foster resilience, enrich opportunities, and develop stable, secure relationships in the lives of young people who face difficult life circumstances.

100 percent of proceeds will benefit The Appalachian Mountain Teen Project.

Race registration begins at 8 a.m. and run/walk at 9 a.m. Cost of race registration is $20. The first 50 registrants will receive a T-shirt. Post race snacks and prizes will be awarded. For more information, or to pre-register, call the AMTP office at 603-5695510, email ashleyamtp@gmail.com, or go to www. teenprojectnh.org.

Triathlon club opens registration for 2014 season LACONIA — Lakes Region Triathlon Club (LRTC), a non-profit triathlon club based out of Laconia Athletic & Swim Club, has opened up registration for the 2014 season.

Included in a membership are group trainings with Tri Coach Suzan Ballmer of Breakaway Athletic Coaching; a club uniform to wear at races and camaraderie with a group of motivated, supportive people pursuing their triathlon goals.

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Left to right: Laconia High School assistant coach Alex Hilson, alumnus Russ Legauex, most improved runner Logan Brough, Tom Dowling Coaches Award- captain Timmy Kneuer, Larry Stinson Most Valuable Runner Troy Harper, alumnus Tina Cox, head coach Andrew Mercer.

Laconia cross-country team names first recipients of Larry Stinson and Tom Dowling awards LACONIA — Throughout last year, Laconia High School coaches, alumni, the athletic director, along with family and friends worked together to rename two awards after two great people from Laconia’s running past, Larry Stinson and Tom Dowling. On November 21, 2013, the Laconia High School crosscountry team held its season ending banquet. With team alumni in attendance, the first-ever Larry Stinson MVP Award and the Tom Dowling Coaches’

Award were presented. Both Larry and Tom’s family and friends were delighted to have their loved ones honored by the school. Junior Troy Harper took home the Larry Stinson award for his consistent season as the team’s number one runner. Senior captain Timmy Kneuer took home the Tom Dowling Award for his leadership, dedication, and athletic achievements.

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After careful consideration of several providers by MVNA Executive Director, Debra Peaslee, Moultonborough Town Administrator Carter Terenzini and the Moultonborough Select Board, the Visiting Nurses of Meredith and Center Harbor was determined to be the best match for the own’s residents.

For many years Moultonborough has provided its own visiting nurses but recent changes in health care administration and local health care needs have driven this change to broaden and strengthen the community’s health care services.

The transition will be gradual and will not affect the quality of health care services for which both agencies have always been known. Several of the Registered Nurses and Licensed Nurses Assistants that have been visiting Meredith and Center Harbor homes are no strangers in Moultonborough. “We have been sharing per diem personnel for years” said Cheryl Gonzalo, VNMCH Executive Director. “Debra Peaslee RN (Director of Moultonborough VNA) will be joining the Visiting Nurses of Meredith & Center Harbor staff full-time, filling the newly created position of Clinical Director. Long time employee Jeri

from preceding page such as WLNH Childrens’ Auction, The WOW Trail and had a strong presence in the inaugural Marshmallow Man. LRTC members also participate in duathlons, trial runs, marathons, road races, bicycle hill climbs and open water swims.

As a non-profit organization, LRTC relies upon membership dues and the support of local sponsors-

King RN will also assume a full-time position with us”, Gonzalo added.

Chairman of the Board, Chuck Thorndike, in his announcement of the decision said “This is a great day in the long history of our agency. We just celebrated our 90th anniversary and we are growing stronger. We endeavor to always be ahead of the curve in providing responsive, high quality and compassionate care.”

In addition to now servicing Moultonborough on a regular basis, Visiting Nurses of Meredith and Center Harbor also provides health care to clients in surrounding communities upon request. Thorndike added, “The Visiting Nurses of Meredith & Center Harbor strongly believes in offering home health care service choices to the community. Whether it is your choice of doctor or nurse, we strongly believe that you should always be able to choose the medical resource that is most comfortable and convenient to you. We look forward to serving the Town of Moultonborough and surrounding towns in this regard.

Obviously we’re happy the town has chosen us to serve their citizens.”

Questions regarding this transition may be addressed to either Executive Director Cheryl Gonzalo (279-6611) in Meredith or Debra Peaslee (4762350) in Moultonborough during the transition.

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LACONIA — Volunteers and staff at the Congregational Church of Laconia, United Church of Christ are spending the early part of the week preparing for the free 45th annual Hazel Duke Thanksgiving Dinner.

Beginning at 11:30 a.m. for hor d’oeuves and at noon for a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner, the hope, said Rev. Paula Giles, is to serve about 150 meals.

“This year we’ve raise the money and are buying the food,” said Giles who said she specifically wanted to single out St. Andre Bessette Parish for making a “considerable” donations to this year’s dinner.

Giles said Hannaford Supermarket is working with the church to help them provide the ingredients for the meal.

Giles said Hazel Duke was a single woman and a parishioner who taught for years within the Laconia School District. She said Duke felt that no one should be alone at Thanksgiving.

“She believed there should be a place for people who would otherwise be alone,” Giles said.

She said people are welcome to bring pies for dessert but for the most part the dinner is being cooked by a core group of about 40 volunteer — some of whom have been volunteering for years. She said Emily Clement and Mike and Susan Izard are this year’s coordinator.

Giles said reservations are not necessary but encourages those who want to attend to call 5240668 so they can get an idea about how many people will be attending.

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Several local organizations, businesses and individuals will participate in the holiday event, which is coordinated by the Community Council of Ashland.

The 2013 event will include children’s workshops and scavenger hunt, pictures with Santa, a model railroad display, food and other sales, hay rides, storyteller Shawn Middleton, the lighting of the town Christmas tree, and a Santa’s Gift Bag Raffle to benefit the local food pantry.

Most events will take place between 5 and 6:45 p.m. on Main Street and Highland Street. Pictures with Santa are offered for a $1 donation by the Friends of the Ashland Town Library, at the Library, 41 Main Street, at the main intersection in the village. Also at the Library, the Pond and Peak Reading Council, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting literacy, will be sponsoring a storybook giveaway. Each child can choose a storybook of their liking. Next door, at the Legion Hall, the American Legion post will host a Christmas Stroll, which will include food, drink and a place to warm up.

The Meredith Village Savings Bank holds a free Christmas tree ornament workshop for children at its Ashland office, at the corner of Riverside Drive and Highland Street. Next to the bank at 12 Highland Street is the Ashland Community Center, which will have a Bread Basket Raffle and the annual Cookie Walk, with cans of cookies, mostly home made, for sale at $3 per can. (Buyers get to pick their own cookies.) The Community Center is also the site of the Santa’s Gift Bag Raffle to benefit the Ashland Food Pantry. Non-perishable food items can brought to the Center between noon and 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 5 and Friday, December 6. One raffle ticket will be given for each qualifying food item donated to the Food Pantry. The raffle includes gift bags for both adults and children 12 and under. The winning tickets will be announced at the tree lighting at the end of the evening.

A Corn Chowder Supper to benefit the Food Pantry will be served in St. Mark’s Parish Hall, at 16 Highland Street next to the Community Center.

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Returning to Main Street, visitors will find the Class of 2015 of the Ashland School selling raffle tickets, hot dogs and water on the sidewalk in front of the Ashland Insurance Center at 44 Main Street.

Tickets are available for $5 each, or five for $20, for a box full of prizes worth over $400. The raffle winner will be announced at the tree lighting ceremony. The wreaths that have been retired from the town utility poles to make room for the new holiday banners are also available for a donation at this site. The local Girl Scout troop will display Christmas Greetings posters in the storefront of the former Ashland Hardware at 58 Main Street.

The Ashland Baptist Church Dining Hall at 57 Main Street is a focus of the evening event. The Ashland Area Recreation Association will give out free coffee and hot chocolate and also sell food. The Ashland Historical Society will display historic photos of Winter in Ashland. The Parks & Recreation Department will hold a Little Ones Workshop to make pine cone birdfeeders. The Dining Hall is also the starting place for a scavenger hunt, organized by the Parks & Recreation Department for children, who will search the downtown for clues to win prizes.

The Community Council and the Friends of the Library will sponsor Storytelling With Shawn, featuring the holiday tales of storyteller and author Shawn Middleton. These interactive and participatory stories will include pirates and princesses, world tales, fables, fairy tales and original favorites.

The performance, suitable for all ages, will begin at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Ashland Baptist Church. (Donations will be appreciated, but are not required.)

The celebration concludes at 8 p.m. in Memorial Park, at the corner of Main Street and Riverside Drive. Christmas carols will be sung. The prize winners for the Gift Bag Raffle and the Class of 2015 Raffle will be announced. And, with the help of Santa Claus, the town Christmas tree will be lit.

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George was born February 11, 1928 in Portland, Maine, the son of the late Antonio and Gladys (Labbe) Houle living in Wallagrass, Maine before becoming a resident of Laconia for the last seventy-five years.

Mr. Houle served in the U. S. Army during WWII and served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War and later served in the U. S. Army again until 1963. George was a painter and self-employed glazier and owner of North Country Glass for many years before retiring in 1995. Mr. Houle was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Laconia Post #1670. He enjoyed taking on any project, mechanical or constructional.

George was a large personality, first to laugh and joke, often making a new “friend in every state”. He was a natural athlete who excelled at boxing, swimming, diving and skiing. He won many awards in his younger years and loved his time with the Gunstock Ski Patrol. He later loved to play cribbage with Doug and help with V.F.W. bingo nights. Some of his favorite things were Milky Ways, chocolate ice cream and a cup of hot coffee.

Survivors include his wife of 50+ years, Jeanette (Sowle) Houle, of Laconia; three daughters, Tracey Houle Gilbert, and her husband, Jamie, of Laconia, Virginia MacMillan and her husband, Pat, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Jacqueline Columbus of Gay City, Indiana; a daughter-in-law, Charlene Houle, of

Gilmanton; proud grandfather to Aaron Houle, Jake, Dylan and Haven Gilbert, Tyler and Isabella Houle, Shawn, Joseph and Amanda MacMillan and Shane and Shelly Columbus; 13 great grandchildren; one great, great grandchild; two brothers, Hubert Houle of Laconia and Richard Houle of Belmont; three sisters, Geraldine Simoneau of Laconia, Vivian Doherty of Laconia and Judi Swanson of Laconia; many wonderful nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Houle was predeceased by two sons, Jeffrey J. Houle in 1987 and Douglas Houle in 2007, a daughter, Gretchen G. Houle, in 2011, 3 siblings, Jacqueline Landry, Joy Barry and Pete Houle and his faithful dog, Digger.

There will be no calling hours.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the family lot in Bayside Cemetery, Laconia, N.H. Rev. Mark Lamprey, pastor of the Weirs United Baptist Church, will officiate.

For those who wish, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Central New Hampshire VNA & Hospice, 780 North Main Street, Laconia, NH 03246 or to the Jeffrey Houle Scholarship Fund c/o Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 7312, Gilford, NH 03247-7312.

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PSU Piano Trio brings holiday cheer to Taylor Community LACONIA — The next concert of the 2013 Taylor Community Music Series, sponsored by Bank of New Hampshire, features a piano trio from Plymouth State University. The event is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 1 at 3 p.m. in Taylor’s Woodside Building, 435 Union Ave. The trio is comprised of Carleen Graff, pianist; Bozena O’Brien, violinist and Gary Hodges, cellist.

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Toothaches have existed since the dawn of man, but preventive dental care enables many patients to go throughout life without suffering any pain from their teeth. For less fortunate patients who are afflicted with a toothache, the modern approach to relieving this condition is kinder and gentler than the old fashioned way, plus today we use anesthetic! One hundred years ago, extractions were generally done without anesthetic (ouch!). Anyone from the barber to the blacksmith was available to get the job done, just as long as there was a pair of pliers and some whiskey available. The treatment for cavities was not very patientfriendly either. In a article from the journal, Nature, researchers believe the holes found in very old teeth (6-7,000 years old), were made by a flint-tipped type of prehistoric drill. The research team determined it would take at least one minute to bore the size of the holes found in these teeth – and that would be one very long minute. Regarding gum disease (which people have known about for more than 2,500 years), Aristotle and Hippocrates thought it could be improved by placing a red-hot wire across the gums. Thank goodness these barbaric treatments are a thing of the distant past. Today, comfortable dental treatment is the norm. Happy Thanksgiving!

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‘Deck Your Halls With Works of Art’ event at the Belknap Mill runs through December 3 LACONIA — Those looking for unique and unforgettable items for holiday gift-giving will want to check out the new Belknap Mill Art Gallery at 25 Beacon Street East in Laconia.

Nine artists are displaying their paintings, drawings, and pottery at the new, 1,000-squarefoot gallery. All items are offered for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the ongoing cultural and educational programs at the Mill.

The Mill held a A Meet the Artists Night on Nov. 21, providing an evening of tours, wine, and hors d’oeuvres, with an opportunity to meet the talented Watercolor artist Roger Gagne is donating his painting, ‘Shaker Sabbath’, as a raffle prize in a drawing people who are sharing to benefit the historic Belknap Mill. (Courtesy photo) the gallery space for the was operating for the manufacture of socks. first six months. The show includes pottery, a handThere also will be an opportunity to purchase decorated wooden bench, sketches, and works of art chances to win a painting by Roger Gagne, “Shaker in oil, acrylic, and watercolor.

Sabbath”, valued at $750. Tickets are available at The Mill’s special “Deck Your Halls With Works of the front desk, and online on www.belknapmill.org.

Art” event, running Nov. 23-Dec. 3, also will showA maximum of 250 tickets will be sold, with the case the works of three other artists — Pamela drawing to take place on New Year’s Eve. Charon, B.J. Eckardt, and Kazuko Okubo — with Admission to “Deck Your Halls” is free during regular displays in the Mill’s Riverside Gallery.

Mill hours (weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and SaturWhile there, check out the items for sale in the days from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), with another chance to meet Mill’s gift shop and take a tour of the museum with all the artists on Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 its display of knitting machines and the powerhouse p.m. Light refreshments will be served at that event. that provided the energy to power the mill when it

Gilford Youth Center hosting Turkey Trot on Thursday GILFORD — The 6th Annual GYC Turkey Trot is a 5K Race and Family Walk held on Thanksgiving morning. Race time is 9 a.m. (8:45 for walkers).

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MEREDITH — The “Best little Christmas Shop in the Lakes Region”, the Altrusa Festival of Trees Noel Shoppe at the Waukewan Golf Club, Waukewan Road. in Center Harbor, will be open to the public on Friday, December 6 from 2-8 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, December 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for children (5 and under are free).

The Noel Shoppe’s shelves will be stocked with many unique items from whimsical to traditional that are exclusive to the Festival of Trees. All are designed and created by Lakes Region artisans.

Meredith’s Bonnie Edwards of Photographic Portraits unveils the popular 2014 Lakes Region Monthly Desk Calendars featuring a selection of captivating local scenes as well as her beautiful note card sets and other frameable Lakes Region photographs. New this year, are primitive handcrafted signs created by Jesse Lacasse from the Prim House in Chichester. To add to your rock and wine glasses that were offered two years ago will be ‘loon’ etched martini glasses as well as ‘loon’ and ‘moose’ etched pilsner glasses. A choice of hand turned pottery by Trish Eisner will be an addition to any home. Fun, functional, and delightfully scented goats milk soaps are handmade in small batches by Jess Storey from see next page from preceding page family rate (up to five).

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Breakfast at Local Eatery Saturday to benefit Veggie Round Up LACONIA — Chef Kevin Halligan is excited to announce Local Eatery will be hosting a special breakfast dining opportunity before the 2013 Laconia Holiday Parade on Saturday November 30 to benefit the Lakes Region Food Network’s Veggie Round-up Project, raising awareness and funds for its 2014 initiatives.

The mission of the Lakes Region Food Network is to create an environment where people and organizations can access information and resources, find one another, and discover ways to work together to realize the vision for the Lakes Region Food System.

Having received some special funds in 2013; the Lakes Region Food Network offered coupons to families with children, that can be used to purchase vegetables, fruits, and eggs at the Thursday Outdoor Market in Laconia. Families received two $5 coupons, which they used at either or both of the last two markets in September.

Named, the Veggie Round-up, the program is to increase access to fresh local food to families with children and support local farmers. This was a trial period to determine the usefulness of encouraging local families on assistance to buy local fresh produce without being held back by the current challenges with the local markets not offering SNAP (food stamps) transactions. Given the success experienced, the 2014 initiative will provide the coupons through the entire farmers market season. For more information go to LRFN.org.

Join Chef Halligan for a Local breakfast before the 2013 Holiday Parade and support Veggie Roundup. Reservations are required. Seating is available see next page from preceding page her Winona Glen Farm in New Hampton. There will be homemade mustard and pretzel dips created by Sarah Baldwin of Provincial Palate, Gilmanton.

An array of jewelry will be on hand, such as handmade beaded bracelets created by Debbie Brown of Meredith as well as Wolfeboro’s own Nicole Reed who creates Japanese beaded bracelets using the Kumihimo technique. Another feature is a variety of yummy chocolate bars handmade at Winnipesaukee Chocolates in Wolfeboro.

The Noel Shoppe will be partnering with Bayswater Books in Center Harbor to gather a selection of books for both children and adults. Center Harbor resident, Karel Hayes, has written two books over the last year. Her autographed books “The Weirs” and “The Christmas Visitors” will be offered.

During Gala Night, December 5, Carol Lee Anderson will be signing her new book, “The New England Life of Cartoonist Bob Montana: Beyond the Archie Comic Strip”, from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Also, Peter Miller, who is a resident of Meredith and has a rich civic history in the town, will be providing his books, “So Fade the Lovely” as well as “Seven Canterbury Tales Retold”.

The Festival Silent Auction and Gala, Thursday, December 5, 5:30-8 p.m. Guests will enjoy the picturesque New England barn setting, featuring a huge rustic fireplace, while bidding on many great items contributed by area businesses. Tickets are advance purchase only and are $25. They can be purchased at the Greater Meredith Chamber of Commerce, Kara’s Café, Cackleberries Garden and Gift Shop, Meredith and Fashion Forward, Moultonborough.

The magic of Christmas is in the air Friday, December 6. Children 3-8 years old and their favorite adults will be captivated by the story “The Christmas Magic”. Each child will take home a special holiday treat. Admission is $2 for children and $3 for adults. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. For reservations, call Mary Anne, 279-5529.

Altrusa distributes all donated trees through area Christmas funds and other outreach organizations following the Festival.

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RE/MAX Bayside donates turkeys to St. Vincent de Paul food pantry MEREDITH — The owners, staff and associates of RE/MAX Bayside and Bayside Rentals donated 30 turkeys to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Laconia for Thanksgiving distribution.

St. Vincent de Paul is highly successful in their mission of charity locally. Each year the Society distributes hundreds of thanksgiving baskets to families in need throughout the Lakes Region.

RE/MAX Bayside owners Rob Wichland and Chris Kelly feel that community support is very important and

above all during the holidays when many families are struggling. “We are thankful to be able to offer our support at this time of year,” said Rob Wichland.

RE/MAX Bayside is also inolved in the Toys for Tots program. It is one of the region’s busiest drop off locations.

People can drop off new, unwrapped toys and gifts at either the Meredith Office (208 Daniel Webster Highway at the junction of Rts. 3 & 104), or at the Laconia Office (423 Main Street at the intersection of Union Avenue and Rt. 106 in downtown Laconia).

Mid-State Health Center in Plymouth receives federal health center funding PLYMOUTH — Mid-State Health Center announced at its recent annual meeting that it has been approved as a Heath Center Program New Access Point (NAP) by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration.

The purpose of the Health Center Program New Access Point (NAP) funding is to improve the health of the Nation’s underserved communities and vulnerable populations by increasing access to comprehensive, culturally competent, quality primary health care services. The Health Center Program NAP funding is an important step in providing sustainability for Mid-State and its mission of providing sound primary care services to the community regardless of ability to pay.

Mid-State believes the investment will help to ensure that the region it serves will have affordable, high-quality health care for years to come. Sharon Beaty, Mid-State’s CEO from preceding page between 8 a.m,. and noon.

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shared, “this funding to support our mission couldn’t be more timely as we look toward bringing much needed oral health services as part of our new Bristol facility.” Mid-State’s new facility is being built at 100 Robie Road in Bristol and will replace their existing facility on Lake Street. It will be the new home for the Bristol health care team and offer primary care, behavioral health, dental health, pharmacy and laboratory services.

The Annual Meeting was held in conjunction with the Plymouth Regional Chamber of Commerce After Hours event and offered the opportunity for Mid-State to share with the community many recognitions it received over the past year: 2012 Business of the Year awarded by Grafton County Economic Development Council; 2013 Rural Pacesetter Award – awarded

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BIBA is also announcing a Shift Your Shopping Campaign to encourage shopping at local businesses rather than at national chains Vickie Routhier, SVP – Director of Marketing & Public Relations for Bank of New Hampshire; Kate and hopes that it will Bishop Hamel, Executive Director for BIBA; Craig McKeon, Graphic Design & Media Specialist for Bank become an annual traof New Hampshire. (Courtesy photo) dition that strengthens The cards are free and are currently available at All the local economy.

My Life Jewelers, The Studio, The Insurance Outlet, BIBA says that thanks to the Bank of New Hampvarious Bank of New Hampshire offices, as well as real shire’s generous donation it is able to kick of this estate offices throughout the Lakes Region. Additional campaign and provide consumers with the Buy locations will be updated on the website and FaceLocal Advantage Card. Craig McKeon, Bank of New book. BIBA’s website lists current offers are from the Hampshire’s Graphic Design & Media Specialist merchants participating. To participate or learn more designed the card. about BIBA, contact Kate at kate@bibanh.org.

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Greg Goddard to be honored at Good Scout event MEREDITH — Bank of New Hampshire is proud to be the presenting sponsor of The Daniel Webster Council – Boy Scouts of America 22nd Annual Lakes Region Good Scout Award Luncheon.

The Good Scout Award Luncheon will be held on Greg Goddard (Courtesy Wednesday, Decemphoto) ber 4 at The Carriage House at Church Landing in Meredith at

noon. The Daniel Webster Council will honor Greg Goddard, General Manager for Gunstock Mountain Resort as Corporate Good Scout Honoree.

This year’s Good Scout Luncheon will be chaired by Mark Primeau, President & CEO for Bank of New Hampshire. The fundraising goal of $60,000 from this event will benefit and enrich scouting throughout the Lakes Region.

For those interested in helping to meet this goal, there are several sponsorship levels and tickets available.

For more information on how to support the Lakes Region Good Scout Award Luncheon, contact Mark Primeau at 603.527.3200 or at primeau@banknh.com.

Galante joins Bank of NH investment services team LACONIA — Cydney Shapleigh-Johnson, Senior Vice President – Wealth Management Services has announced that Thomas Galante has joined the Investment Services team at Bank of New Hampshire as a financial consultant.

Galante has more than 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. His expertise has concentrated in identifying and managing risk and assisting clients with their estate plans. He joins BNH with a broad knowledge of the markets and client relationship building. As a financial consultant, Galante uses his knowledge and experience to partner with individuals, families and businesses to manage portfolio risk while developing and monitoring financial plans in accordance with the client’s objectives and goals.

Galante is a graduate of the University of Utah,

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LACONIA — Two long-time family-owned restaurants are the focus of “Lakes Region Spotlight” on LRPA-TV, Metrocast Channel 25. The new feature program is produced and hosted by Carol Granfield of Meredith and begins Wednesday, November 27, 2013.

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Pakistan deploys fleet of domestically developed drones

ISLAMABAD (AP) — The Pakistani military deployed its first fleet of domestically developed drones Monday, as police cracked down on a protest by demonstrators angry at the U.S. for using similar aircraft to attack Islamic militants in the country.

The new Burraq and Shahpar drones will be used by the Pakistani army and air force, the military said in a statement. It was unclear whether the aircraft are armed or unarmed, and military officials did not immediately respond to request for comment.

The announcement coincided with a move by Pakistani police to prevent activists protesting U.S. drone strikes from blocking trucks carrying NATO

troop supplies to and from neighboring Afghanistan.

The intervention was the latest chapter in a saga that began Saturday, when thousands of protesters led by Pakistani politician and cricket star Imran Khan blocked a road in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which is used to ship goods to and from Afghanistan.

Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, said it would block NATO shipments until the U.S. ended drone attacks.

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ROBOT from page one Humphries, Tyler Reichel and Dillon Ellsworth tried to manipulate kinetic balls of energy while yet another team, made up of Josh Mariano, Brian Englesen, Tristan Jerrier and Rose Therrien, were using a magnet to lift 10 thumbtacks at a time and deposit them in a lab beaker.

The robotic arms are made from kits that the teams assembled last week and they are moved by applying pressure to liquid-filled syringes which are connected by tubes to the hand-like gripping devices and lifting parts of the arms, helping give the students insight into fluid dynamics and the principles which make things in the real world actually work. ‘’They’re learning the science behind fluid dynamics and dong it in a very hands-on way’’ says their teacher Jo-Ann Gilbert, who says that the students’ first exposure to those principles came earlier this

year with a log splitter.

Students last week put together the robotic kits, mounting them on rectangular wooden 2 by 4 blocks, and made their own modifications to them once they started to experiment with them, adding elastics wrapped around the robotic hands in one instance to give them a better grip. They then designed tasks for them, which had to be accomplished in less than five minutes. Monday they were timing themselves on how fast they completed those tasks and then moving on to the other student-built robots to see how well they could perform on those challenges. ‘’We’ve got this pretty much down to a science,’’ said Ellsworth, who said that the smooth, round surface of the kinetic energy balls made them difficult to grip at first and required precision maneuvering by the operators of the robot arms.

Rose Therrien observed that one of the keys to getting good performance from the robot arms was ‘’filling up the syringes so there are no air bubbles in them. If they have bubbles, they don’t move smoothly or have a strong grip.’’

Gilbert said that unlike most of the other challenges that the class has undertaken during the course of the first term, kits were used for this challenge. Other projects have included building CO2 propelled dragsters, designing rockets for launch, and solar cars and that the class will also be building a solar oven. ‘’The students love these kind of hands on challenges and it really gets them involved. It’s also fostered a lot of cooperation because they all help each other out and learn a lot from what the other teams are doing. They’re learning that it takes practice and the good use of technology to make things work the way you want them to,’’ said Gilbert.

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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Romnick Abadines’ heart pounded as a Philippine air force C-130 carried him above typhoon-wrecked Tacloban city.

He had never been on a plane before, never watched silvery-white clouds pass from a small round window. It was not the first time, or the last, that he felt helpless and out of his element.

The frail, 31-year-old farmer lost his shanty to Typhoon Haiyan, which flattened much of Tacloban in Leyte province as it killed more than 5,200 people.

Now he lays idle in a tent shelter in suburban Manila, where he has no known relatives and little chance of finding more than menial and temporary work.

More than 12,000 people displaced by the massive Nov. 8 have made it to the capital. Most are with relatives; those with no family here are in shelters. Many have no idea how or where to rebuild their lives.

“What will happen to us when this kindness ends?” asked Maribel Vil-

lajos, a 37-year-old mother of three children who sat listlessly with her husband on cots surrounded by bags of newly donated clothes, potato chips and instant coffee sachets at the same shelter where Abadines and his family were taken.

Villajos’ husband is a carpenter, but his tools were swept away along with their house in the tsunami-like storm surge that swept far into Tacloban and ruined much of the densely-populated coastal city.

Thousands of people from areas wrecked by Haiyan clambered aboard free C-130 mercy flights to Manila without any plan, in a desperate bid to escape the hunger, uncertainties and lingering stench of death back home. Others arrived here by bus, or fled to central Cebu province, which like the capital is regarded by rural poor Filipinos as a greener pasture in this impoverished Southeast Asian nation of more than 96 million people.

from preceding page plies at a toll booth on the outskirts of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s provincial capital. Police were present at the scene Sunday but did not stop the protesters, some of whom were carrying wooden batons.

Police officer Behram Khan said Monday that police would permit peaceful protests on the roadside, but activists would not be allowed to stop trucks as they did before. Police also opened an investigation into the activists’ actions that could lead to legal charges, he said.

Covert CIA drone strikes targeting Islamic militants in Pakistan’s northwest have long been a sensitive subject, with officials regularly criticizing them in public as a violation of the country’s sovereignty. The issue is more complicated, however, since the government is known to have supported at least some of the attacks in the past.

Pakistan has demanded the U.S. provide it with armed drones, claiming it could more effectively carry out attacks against militants. Washington has refused because of the sensitive nature of the technology and doubts that Pakistan would reliably target U.S. enemies.

Pakistan has also been racing to develop its own armed drones but has struggled with a lack of precision munitions and advanced targeting technology, according to Pakistani military officials and civilians involved in the domestic drone industry, all of whom spoke on condition of anonymity because of the classified nature of the work. Even if Pakistan had this technology, the small drones it has developed would have trouble carrying the kinds of missiles fired by U.S. Predator and Reaper unmanned aircraft. The Pakistani drones also have much more limited range than those developed by the U.S.

BOOTHBY from page one Christmas and New Year’s — will punctuate the campaign. The winners of the primary will have 42 days to campaign until the general election on March 11. “This campaign will be all about making strategic use of resources,” Boothby said.

Boothby, a resident of Meredith, served as an intern with Burton while attending graduate school at the University of New Hampshire. Boothby served as a Belknap County Commissioner for 12 years and during his tenure was twice president of the New Hampshire Association of Counties.

For the past 15 years Boothby and his wife Maren have owned and operated Boothby Therapy Services, a Laconia firm that provides occupational and speech therapy services to school districts. During the same period he also worked at LRGHealthcare, as director of outpatient services as well as in philanthropy and community affairs.

“I’m working hard to assemble a strong team of advisors and network of supporters from around the district,” said Boothby, who intends to devote all his time in the coming

weeks to the campaign. “I’m very honored and pleased by the response I’ve received so far,” he added, suggesting that that with the expansive district and abbreviated timetable the advantage will lie with candidates with an existing identity and presence in the district. He expected that his experience as a county commissioner and tenure as president of the association of counties would lend momentum to his candidacy.

One Democrat, Michael Cryans of Hanover, who with experience in banking and teaching has served 16 years on the Grafton County Commission, filed yesterday while Mark Hounsell of Conway, a former state senator and Conway selectman, and Jack Savage of Middleton, owner of Carriage House Publishing and moderator of the school district, have both said they are considering entering the race.

Among Republicans, Rick St. Hilaire of Lebanon, former Grafton County Attorney, and Josh Youseff of Laconia, who lost a bid for the New Hampshire Senate in 2012, have been mentioned as possible candidates.

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Sunday, December 8th • 10am-3pm Please join us in celebrating the holiday season and enjoy complimentary food and refreshments and prize give-a-ways!

Avoid the Christmas rush and shop for fabulous gifts.

Local Vendors ...and Tons of Crafts!

84 Union Ave. Laconia 524-1175 Largest Furniture Consignment in the Lakes Region Over 6,000 sq. ft. of Furniture and Home Decor

B.C.

by Dickenson & Clark

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 thru 9.

by Mastroianni & Hart

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DAILY CROSSWORD TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES

by Paul Gilligan

by Darby Conley

Today’s Birthdays: Actress Ellen Albertini Dow is 100. Impressionist Rich Little is 75. Singer Tina Turner is 74. Singer Jean Terrell is 69.

Pop musician John McVie is 68. Actress Marianne Muellerleile is 65. Actor Scott Jacoby is 57. Actress Jamie Rose is 54. Country singer Linda Davis is 51. Blues singer-musician Bernard Allison is 48. Country singer-musician Steve Grisaffe is 48. Actress Kristin Bauer is 40. Actor Peter Facinelli is 40. Actress Tammy Lynn Michaels Etheridge is 39. Actress Maia (MY’-ah) Campbell is 37. Country singer Joe Nichols is 37. Contemporary Christian musicians Randy and Anthony Armstrong (Red) are 35. Actress Jessica Bowman is 33. Pop singer Natasha Bedingfield is 32. Country singer-musician Mike Gossin (Gloriana Rock) is 29. Ben Wysocki (The Fray) is 29. Singer Lil Fizz is 28. Singer Aubrey Collins is 26.

Get Fuzzy

By Holiday Mathis

energy to burn. You’re in too mellow of a mood. Savor the world instead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The natural way of language is to develop. You get a thrill from hearing new words or the same words used differently. That’s why you enjoy talking to people who come from a different time and/or place.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Even if you don’t believe in the rules or think they don’t apply to you, you’ll follow them for the sake of playing along. Since there will be consequences for breaking the rules, it’s a wise choice for now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You won’t think a lot about your own self-worth until something happens as a direct result of how you’ve valued yourself. Remember, it’s just an opinion, and you can always change it.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 26). You’ll unite people and then do amazing things with but a small group of supporters. Give your love where it is needed, and do not waste your efforts on parasites. The fruits of your labor multiply in January and again in July.

August brings a life-changing commitment.

You’ll use your talent to control a difficult situation. Pisces and Aquarius people adore you.

Your lucky numbers are: 30, 1, 22, 3 and 17.

by Chad Carpenter

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Love comes in many forms over the course of the next 24 hours. Sometimes it will be tender and curious; other times it’s boisterous and bossy.

You’ll appreciate the many variations.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Success will depend on clear communication. It’s better to ask questions than to make assumptions. If you’re not clicking with someone, don’t force it. Talk to more people until you find someone you do click with.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You will combine your learned experience with dedicated research to create something new. You’ll have to repeat this process several times before you get the desired result. With each iteration, you’ll be closer.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Take control of your social life. You don’t need more friends; you need better relationships. Put your feelers out there. Where does the connection seem strongest? Instead of wider, you need to go deeper.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You see potential in others that may or may not be there, but there’s no harm in believing the best. You have a nurturing spirit and want nothing more than for the people around you to thrive and grow to their capabilities.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It’s the perfect time to get nosy and figure out how others are running their lives. There are more and less appealing ways to go about things, but the proof of a strategy is always in the results.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Passionate people get things done -- and undone.

They can be unpredictable about it. Today’s responsibility is best given to an even person who can be counted on to deliver steady results.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You want to give each person the deserved amount, but since that’s a judgment call that is bound to make you unpopular, it’s better to allot each person the same amount, deserved or not.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don’t have to be the one to save the world today. Leave it for someone who has more

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Tuesday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2013. There are 35 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: November 26, 1789 was a day of thanksgiving set aside by President Washington to observe the adoption of the Constitution of the United States.

On this date: In 1825, the first college social fraternity, Kappa Alpha, was formed at Union College in Schenectady, New York.

In 1883, former slave and abolitionist Sojourner Truth died in Battle Creek, Michigan.

In 1933, a judge in New York decided the James Joyce book “Ulysses” was not obscene and could therefore be published in the United States.

In 1941, U.S. Secretary of State Cordell Hull delivered a note to Japan’s ambassador to the United States, Kichisaburo Nomura (kee-cheesah-boor-oh noh-moo-rah), proposing an agreement for “lasting and extensive peace throughout the Pacific area.” The same day, a Japanese naval task force consisting of six aircraft carriers left the Kuril Islands, headed toward Hawaii.

In 1942, President Roosevelt ordered nationwide gasoline rationing, beginning December 1st.

In 1942, the motion picture “Casablanca,” starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, had its world premiere at the Hollywood Theater in New York.

In 1943, during World War II, the HMT Rohna, a British transport ship carrying American soldiers, was hit by a German missile off Algeria; 1,138 men were killed.

In 1949, India adopted a constitution as a republic within the British Commonwealth.

In 1950, China entered the Korean War, launching a counter-offensive against soldiers from the United Nations, the U.S. and South Korea.

In 1965, France launched its first satellite, sending a 92-pound capsule into orbit.

In 1973, President Nixon’s personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, told a federal court that she’d accidentally caused part of the 18-1/2-minute gap in a key Watergate tape.

Ten years ago: Human rights activist Gao Zhan, who was freed from a Chinese prison after the U.S. government interceded on her behalf, pleaded guilty in Alexandria, Va., to illegally selling American high-tech items with potential military uses to China. (Gao later received a reduced sentence of seven months in prison for her cooperation with authorities.)

Five years ago: Teams of heavily armed gunmen, allegedly from Pakistan, stormed luxury hotels, a popular tourist attraction and a crowded train station in Mumbai, India, leaving at least 166 people dead in a rampage lasting some 60 hours.

One year ago: Minnesota homeowner Byron Smith was charged with two counts of seconddegree murder in the shooting deaths of two unarmed teenagers during an apparent Thanksgiving Day break-in; investigators said he acknowledged firing “more shots than I needed to.”

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Project Teen at the Hall Memorial Library in Northfield featuring Nail Art activity from 3-4:30 p.m.

Storytime at Belmont Public Library. 3:30 p.m.

Chess Club meets at the Laconia Public Library on Tuesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. All ages and skill levels welcome. We will teach.)

Hands Across The Table free weekly dinner at the Boys and Girls Club of the Lakes Region building on North Main Street in Laconia (formerly the St. James Episcopal Church). 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The New Horizons Band of the Lakes Region meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Music Clinic on Rte 3 in Belmont. All musicians welcome. For more information call 528-6672 or 524-8570.

Plymouth Area Chess Club. 6-8 p.m. at Pease Public Library. For more information call 536-1179 or email maloof@plymouth.edu.

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.

Moultonborough Toastmaster meeting. 6 p.m. at the town library. Everyone from surrounding towns also welcome to attend. Toastmasters develop speech practice that is self-paced and specific to an individuals needs. For more information call 476-5760.

The Greater Lakes Region Chapter of Murdered Children for the families and friends of those who have died by violence meets at 6 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Laconia Police Department Community Room. For further information contact chapter leader Carmen Doucette’ at 524-7624 or laconia1@metrocast.net.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Events at the Hall Memorial Library. Story Time 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Arts and Crafts featuring a teepee project starting 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.

Preschool story time at Belmont Public Library. 10:30 a.m.

Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Wednesday nights at 5:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Church in Belmont. Call/ leave a message for Elizabeth at 630-9969 for more information.

Zentangle workshop held every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. at the Vynart Gallery located at 30 Main Street in Meredith. For more information call 279-0557.

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

Franklin VNA & Hospice will hold a free Hospice volunteer training class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the VNA office in Franklin. For more information or to register for Hospice volunteer classes, contact Beth or Bruce at Franklin VNA & Hospice at (603) 934-3454. (Through December 18th) TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) group meeting.

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

Concord Transplant Support Group. 7 p.m. in Room 5C at Concord Hospital. Open to all pre- and post-transplant patients, friends and family. For more information call Yoli at 224-4767.

Lakes Region Blue Star Mothers meeting. 6 p.m. in the conference room at Lakes Region General Hospital. For more information call Joy Hall at (732) 216-3455.

Edward J. Engler, Editor & President Adam Hirshan, Publisher Michael Kitch, Adam Drapcho, Gail Ober Reporters Elaine Hirshan, Sales Manager Crystal Furnee, Jeanette Stewart Ad Sales Patty Johnson, Production Manager & Graphics Marcy Greene, Ad Sales & Graphics Karin Nelson, Office Manager Now arrange the circled letters to form the surprise answer, as suggested by the above cartoon.

(Answers tomorrow) Jumbles: SENSE BLURT NEURON LAWFUL Answer: The out-of-control horse was — UN-STABLE

“Seeking the truth and printing it” THE LACONIA DAILY SUN is published Tuesday through Saturday by Lakes Region News Club, Inc. Edward Engler, Mark Guerringue, Adam Hirshan, Founders Offices: 1127 Union Ave. #1, Laconia, NH 03246 Business Office 737-2020, Newsroom 737-2026, Fax: 527-0056 News E-mail: news@laconiadailysun.com CIRCULATION: 18,000 distributed FREE Tues. through Sat. in Laconia, Gilford, Meredith, Weirs Beach, Center Harbor, Belmont, Moultonborough, Winnisquam, Sanbornton, Tilton, Gilmanton, Alton, New Hampton, Plymouth, Bristol, Ashland, Holderness.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: I am a boy in junior high school. I recently went to a social event for kids my age. While there, a girl spilled the beans that she has had a major crush on me for more than a year. We see each other often at school. I was shocked. She asked to hold my cellphone and then put her number into my contacts.

Here’s the problem. I don’t like this girl at all, but I’m getting tons of texts from her daily. No matter how hard I try to distance myself and let this one-sided relationship die, she keeps coming back.

Annie, I have tried not responding, deleting her from my contacts, etc. I don’t want to break her heart, because I’m not that kind of guy. This is the first time anything like this has happened to me, and it’s starting to stress me out. I’m having nightmares about her.

All advice from my parents to shake her has failed. Can you help? -- Not a Heartbreaker Dear Not: Sometimes you can’t avoid breaking a heart. Be kind, not cruel, and take solace in knowing you behaved like a gentleman. Tell this girl as kin dly as possible that you aren’t interested in a romantic relationship. Say that you’re sorry things didn’t work out the way she wanted, but she must stop texting because it makes you feel that she is stalking you. You cannot control her response. She may cry, be angry or even continue to text. Do not respond. It will take a while before she gives up, so be sure not to give false encouragement by engaging her in conversation, even negatively. Be totally neutral and uninterested. And patient.

Dear Annie: My uncle is a tax attorney. Recently, the whole family was together for lunch, and we happened to talk about my job as a special-ed teacher. I asked my uncle, “If the boss declares bankruptcy, who gets paid first -- the employees,

landlord or lender?”

Before my uncle could respond, my mother said, “You don’t ask lawyers for free legal advice.” I replied that no one seems to mind asking me for expertise. My aunt insisted that it is different because my uncle is an attorney, and my mother agreed with her. I pointed out that my grandfather, an accountant, often gave free professional advice.

So, let me ask you, Annie. If my uncle were a chef, would it be wrong to ask how long spices keep their freshness? Or the best way to cook a steak? People ask me stuff all the time pertaining to how to handle kids. Why is it that lawyers are sacrosanct, but all other professionals are fair game? -- Not a Lawyer Dear Not: We don’t believe this is true. We think in your household, your mother and aunt expect lawyers to hand you a bill for professional advice. (It may even have happened with your uncle, the tax attorney.) People ask lawyers, doctors, teachers, cooks and other professionals for free advice all the time. How they handle that is up to them. Most don’t mind a quick, simple question, but more than that can be irritating, making the professional feel that you are taking advantage of them.

Dear Annie: “Lonely in My Heart” was upset that she cannot search for her biological parents until she is 18. Please tell her that another option is to contact her legislators and discuss changing the law regarding the age at which she can get information. It is nice when youngsters learn the legislative process through writing and rallying for change.

None of us is helpless. We all can work to change legislation. Indeed, one “lonely” person might enhance the lives of many “lonely” people. -- Fremont, Wis.

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

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Animals

Autos

AUSTRALIAN Shepherd puppies: Ready to go, both sexes, black tris, blue merles. $500-$600/each.

455-7463.

1989 E150 work van. $800, new parts last 3 months $1,200. Runs great. 603-801-3513

LABRADOR RETRIEVERS AKC puppies, mellow yellows, bred for breed standards and great temperament. Raised in our home. (603)664-2828.

1995 Dodge Ram 4WD Pick-up w/plow, 8ft. bed w/liner. 48K original miles, $5,500. 387-7293 1998 Chevy Silverado XCab4WD, track rack, tonneau cover. $1,600 or best offer. 364-0157

ROTTWEILER pups AKC Champion Pedigree, parents on premises $800. 603-340-6219

1998 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD. Well maintained Florida vehicle. $2,800. 603-998-3131

Announcement

1999 F-150 4X4. Needs work, best offer. Portable bob house “Clam Junior”, $100. Cross Country skis, make offer. 393-2570 or 393-2733

CRAFTS! Hand-Made Holiday & seasonal wreaths, crafts, gift items & more.

466 Province Road, Laconia (Rt. 107 in front of Ice Arena).

Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-6pm.

998-6953.

Autos AUTOMOBILE WINTER STORAGE in finished showroom $300 for season Only 3 spaces left!

Call Chris 603-387-6790

Business Opportunities LAUNDROMAT for Sale: Established location and clientele. $9,500 firm. Business credit references required. 455-8311.

Child Care

MAKE EXTRA CASH by consigning your unwanted furniture and home decor items. Please call 524-1175 or stop in at Too Good To Be Threw, 84 Union Avenue, Laconia.

Appliances JOE S Used Appliances: Buy, sell, repair, one year guarantee, delivery, house calls, gas stove repair.

527-0042.

Autos $_TOP dollar paid for junk cars & trucks. Available 7-days a week.

P3 s Towing. 630-3606 1987 Chevy Silverado with plow.

Excellent shape, tons of work done to it. $1,700 dollars firm. Call

APARTMENTS, mobile homes. If you need a rental at a fair price, call DRM Corp. Over 50 years in rentals. We treat you better!

524-0348 or visit M-W-F, 12-5, at our new location, 142 Church St. (Behind CVS Pharmacy.)

BEAUTIFUL/FURNISHED one bedroom apartment. Country setting. Common area kitchen and bath shared with one another.

Second tenant only home 2 weekends per month. Single occupancy only no doubles. $700 per month including everything and cable. 603-759-2895 BELMONT 2 bedroom 2nd floor heat included $850/ month. Housing Vouchers accepted. Downtown. 781-344-3749 BELMONT 2-bedroom condo Basement storage, coin-operated washer/dryer, $865/month plus security and utilities. First month 1/2 off. No dogs. Available 12/14.

630-1296.

GREAT BARGAINS! Thrift & Gift a unique non-profit thrift store. 80 Bean Rd. Center Harbor Christian Church. Bring a non-perishable food item, get 10% off your total. Mon-Sat. 10am-4pm 253-8008.

For Rent

BELMONT ROOM for rent. Heat, utilities & cable included. $425 month. 630-7325

2002 Lincoln LS- 160K miles, runs great $3,000 or best offer.

603-968-7617 or 603-581-4699 2004 Audi allroad 4.2 V8, Quattro, Tiptronic, cold weather pkg, extra set of winter wheels w/Michelin snows, DVD, nav, parking sensor, tow hitch, Alpaca beige full body paint, well maintained. 185k miles. $5900. 986-6511 2005 Mercury Sable LS Premium, moon-roof, 77K, mint condition, custom stereo, new tires. $6,900.

603-253-7015 2008 Ford Pickup, 4-Door, Loaded, Excellent Condition, 83k Miles, Books $18,200 sell for $13,500/OBO. 707-1545.

2008 Honda CRV LX- 48K, good condition. $12,000/OBO. 603-527-8776. No Calls after 8pm.

CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service

Employment Wanted CARING mature woman available to help with cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, shopping and appointments. Good references and dependable. Call Joan at 968-7617

HOUSEKEEPING Don t have time for Holiday Cleaning? Let me do it for you! Sheri 520-1482

For Rent 1, 2 and 3 BR Apartments, heat and hot water included, no pets.

BELMONT- Nice, one bedroom, second floor apartment on horse farm, with home office. Heat and hot water included, dogs considered. $800. per month plus one months security deposit. For application and showing contact Amy at 603-520-0314 leave message.

BELMONT: Two 2 bedroom apartments available. 1 on first floor $230/week, 1 on ground floor with separate entrance $245/week, includes heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

FLORIDA: Large 2BR, furnished home in gated community in Bradenton, FL. $2,000/month.

Call 603-524-5980.

GILFORD: Warm, cozy, beautifully furnished, one bedroom HOUSE, with storage, fenced yard, one pet allowed.

For Rent

For Rent

GILFORD/ALTON Line: 2BR Cottage, $200-$245 per week +utilities; 3BR apt., $230-$275 per week +utilities. Cable & internet included. Beach access. 1st & security. 603-365-0799.

LACONIA: Huge 3-bedroom, 1st floor. Bonus 3-season room.

Washer/Dryer hook-up.

No pets/smoking. $1100/month.

603-387-6810.

GILFORD: 1 Bedroom (possibly 2) apartment over country store. $900/month, everything included.

Contact Lisa, Monday-Friday, 6am- 2pm for appointment, 293-8400 HOUSESHARE: Belmont/Lacona, Route 106. Quiet country home.

Easy commute North and South.

All utilities and internet. References required. $600/month.

630-1296.

LACONIA: Newly remodeled, large 2 Bedroom. Washer/dryer, hardwood floors. $900/month including util. 707-7406.

Laconia, Low heating costs!!!

2 bedroom apartment. 2nd floor, $750/Month + utilities. Washer/ dryer hook-up, Off-street parking.

Available 12/7. 520-4348 LACONIA- 1 bedroom apartment.

Newly renovated, Sunny 2nd floor near downtown. New washer & dryer. Heat/Hot water included. $800/Month Plus utilities.

387-0147 LACONIA- 1 bedroom, 3 room Messer St. Sunny 2nd floor, $165/Week, includes heat. $600 security. 524-7793 or 832-3735 LACONIA- 1st floor 2-bedroom. $175/weekly, you pay all utilities.

Monitor heat, no smoking/no pets, parking, security deposit & references. Call 286-4618 after 5:00pm LACONIA2-bedroom 2-bath on quiet dead end street. $975/Month. All utilities included, no pets 527-8363.

LAKEPORT: Cute 1BR House, quiet street No Pets/No Smoking 1-month Security, references. $200/week +utilities. 254-6019.

LAKEPORT- 2 bedroom house totally updated, energy efficient with nice yard. Plenty of storage.

No smoking/no cats/dogs negotiable. $1,100/Month + utilities. Call 364-5541.

MEREDITH 1 & 2 bedroom apartments and a 2 bedroom mobile home. $700-$775+ utilities.

Security deposit required, no pets, 279-5846

MEREDITH In Town-Fully Renovated

2 Bedroom 1.5 bath Condo with Garage.

Quiet location, Energy efficient. No smokers. $1,095 + Utilities Rick (781) 389-2355 MEREDITH- Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath apartment. Tile flooring and cathedral ceilings. One car garage. $1,200/month plus utilities.

Non-smokers.

(603) 455-4580.

NEW Hampton/Meredith. Rooms for rent $125 and up. Shared laundry, kitchen, porch, cable TV. No pets, Coldwell Banker Old Mill Properties. 744-8144. Randy.

NEW HAMPTON: 1-bedroom apartment. Country setting. $650/ month + ($650)security, no util.

(2 mo. electricity FREE) (603)217-0898.

LACONIA- 3bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, $950 + utilities. newpad4u.com, 393-0337 LACONIA- Messer St. duplex.

Second floor one bedroom. Utility room with laundry hook-up. Private outside deck, small pets considered. Utilities and cable included. Security deposit. $175/week. 455-9551 LACONIA: 2 bedroom, 2nd floor in duplex building. $215/week, including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234 www.whitemtrentals.com.

LACONIA: spacious one and two bedroom apartments available.

Heat and hot water included in rent. On-site laundry, storage room and off-street parking.

Close to pharmacy, schools and hospital. Security deposit required. EHO. Please call Julie at Stewart Property Mgt. (603) 524-6673 LACONIA: Cozy 1 bedroom apartment. $775/Month + damage deposit, heat/hot-water included, small pet considered. 520-1179 LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments.

Call for available apartments.

524-4428

ON MEREDITH BAY One bedroom apartment, directly on Meredith Bay. All amenities + washer & dryer, air conditioning, deck. Walk to downtown. $850/month + utilities.

617-460-1960 Phil Leave Message NORTHFIELD: 3 bedroom trailer in small park with coin-op laundry on site, $265/wk including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234, www.whitemtrentals.com.

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For Rent

For Sale

For Sale

DRUMS, Base, 2 Tom Toms CB 700. International -Remo Heads black, excellent condition. Snare with case, stand, practice pad, Holton, never used. $200.

524-5979.

SNAPPER L1428E / 28-Inch Snowblower: Large Frame, Dual Stage, Electric Starter, Tire Chains, $800. 455-7870.

FEDERAL Woodstove with all accessories, ash compartment, never used. $100. 293-7801 FIREWOOD - Seasoned, split, delivered and STACKED. Load over 3/4 cord. $175 unstacked $200 stacked. Call Charlie 603-455-1112.

NORTHFIELD: 1 bedroom, 1st floor. Separate entrance, coin-op laundry in basement, $195/wk including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234. www.whitemtrentals.com.

RANDOLPHLuxurious one bedroom apartment tastefully, fully furnished for lease, Inn at Bowman, Rt2, second floor. $1450/mo, phone, electricity, cable, wireless internet, parking, W/D, air conditioning & heat.

References requested, security deposit. No pets. 603-723-2660.

Four 215-65-16 premium Bridgstone Blizzak snow tires on aluminum rims. Very low miles. $279. 455-0490 GREEN FIREWOOD: Cut, not split $140/cord; Cut & split $180/cord. Seasoned hardwood cut & split, $225/cord. 1/2 cords available. Also, logging, landclearing & tree work (all phases).

393-8416.

JOHNSTON

LOGGING FIREWOOD

Cut, Split & Delivered $200 per cord, Got trees need CA$H?

455-6100

JOTUL woodstove, Model NR-4, AKA Combo, good condition, good heater. $275 603-364-9321

TILTON 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath, 2nd floor apartment, offstreet parking, locked storage & basement, beautifully renovated including washer and dryer. $975/month includes heat, hot water, a/c & snow removal. No pets/smoking.

934-2788 TILTON: 1-bedroom. Heat, hot water included., great location, no dogs. $580 to $630/month.

603-671-7481 or 916-214-7733.

VERY Nice North Lakeport 2nd floor, 1 bedroom. Heat hot water included. $700/mo.

Off-street parking, no smoking, no pets. Looking for quiet, clean tenant. Call Jen @ 387-6167.

For Rent-Commercial LACONIADowntown. Prime storefront. approx. 900 sq. ft., ideal for snack shop, retail, etc.

Good exposure & foot traffic. $750 includes heat. Also, in same building, sm storefront approx. 450 sq ft. $375 includes heat. 524-3892 or 630-4771

For Sale 2001 John Deere Snowplower, 7HP, 24” with roof and windshield top. $450 or BO 524-1622 36’ Electric Manlift, towable, 12VAC, new tires, working condition $4,500. Please call for more info, 723-4005.

4FT. round oak pedestal table, extension 4 matching chairs, 2 others. Fair condition. $175. Two generators- 4hp Craftsman, 1500 watt. Great for camp/home use.

Asking $150. 10hp Tecumseh 5200 watt, several outlets. $300. 455-5435 5 beautiful audubon bird jigsaw puzzles. $25 6 Irish Coffee Glasses, $25 603-524-8016 AMAZING! Beautiful Pillowtop Mattress Sets. Twin $199, Full or Queen $249, King $449. Call 603-305-9763 See “Furniture” AD. AVALON propane stove, bay window, black w/gold trim, logs, manual, all piping included. $950 603-345-0898 Brookstone Pure Ion Pro air cleaner. No filters to buy, used two weeks. too large for small room. Sell for $115 cost $299.

528-2980 FOUR 15 inch Camry wheels for snow tires. $125 or Best offer.

KENMORE Model 106 side by side refrigerator. White, Super clean & nice. Outside water and ice feature. 32in. X 66.5in high. $400. 387-7293 KERO-SUN Kerosene heater, completely overhauled, works great! $69. Sno-Chief used electric snow shovel, $45. 744-9329

Help Wanted

Found RING IN PARKING lot of Laconia Daily Sun. Call Laconia Police Dept. to identify.

Furniture AMAZING! Beautiful Queen or Full-sized Mattress/ Box-spring Set. LUXURY-FIRM European Pillow-Top Style. Fabulous Back, Hip and Leg Support, Hospitality A+ Rating! All New Factory Sealed with 10-YR Warranty.

Compare Cost $1095, SELL $249. Can Delivery and Set-up.

603-305-9763 FURNITURE Overstocks! Mat tress Sets $159-$599! Sofas $399-$599! Platform Beds $199-$399! Recliners $249-$399!

Futons & Bunkbeds $399! Sectionals $899! Dinettes $249! Log Beds $599! Free Local Delivery!

Call Arthur 996-1555 or email bellacard@netzero.net

HELP WANTED

Immediate openings. No experience needed, entry level, opportunity for advancement. Earn award trips, bonuses and prizes.

Permanent & temp positions.

Call today for more information.

(603)822-0219. Call now! Call now! Call now!

NAPOLEON cast iron propane gas area stove, hardly used, 25 to 30,000 btus.

Will sell for $495/OBO. (sells new for $1200).

366-4316.

FREE Pickup of unwanted, useful items. Estates, homes, offices, cleaned out, yard sale items, scrap metals (603)930-5222.

Full Time Sales Position We are one of NH’s largest boat dealers (Fay’s Boat Yard) with many highly recognized boat lines, and an established full service marina. Located on Lake Winnipesaukee. We are looking for an experienced sales professional in boat sales, and are currently accepting resumes for a full time sales position.

REFRIGERATOR: 25 cu ft. Energystar, $400, Workshop Dustcollector AMT, $175. 630-1296.

Please email resumes to sean.mulligan@faysboatyard.com

SHARK vacuum, $40. Large dorm fridge, $40. Computer table and chair, $30. Tires, $10/each.

520-0694.

1. Experience in the marine business, ideally sales 2. Dependable and able to maintain and create a lead base 3. Comfortable and experienced in dealing with the public 4. Excellent communication skills

SMALL Heating Oil Deliveries: No minimum required. Eveningweekend deliveries welcome.

Benjamin Oil, LLC. 603-731-5980.

WWW.BENJAMINOILLLC.COM SNAP On Toolbox- 3 piece, 32 drawer, good condition. $2,500. Call John (603) 801-3513

RECORDS COORDINATOR Excellent opportunity with benefits. Strong computer skills required. Up to $16 an hour depending on experience. Contact Human Resources Department.

855-933-4634

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT Fireside Inn & Suites is looking for a part time Maintenance Assistant. This is a year round, entry level position, weekend and on call availability a must. Some experience in plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, painting a plus as this position is an all-around handyman type of job. We are seeking hard working, reliable, detail oriented persons with the ability to work independently as well as with others. Applicants must show valid driver s license and pass a background check, they also must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Please apply in person at 17 Harris Shore Rd. Gilford, NH 03249.

Free

KIRBY upright vacuum $200.

Lazy Boy recliner $75. Reel Lawnmower $25. Two Electric leaf blowers $20 each. 603-998-6391

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

Help Wanted LACONIA-FEMALE caregiver to provide non-medical services for my wife who has Alzheimer s.

Services will include but are not limited to personal care, toileting, meal preparation, light housekeeping based on available time.

This is a part-time position, 12:30-5:30 Thursday.-Saturday, Sunday optional. Must be reliable and dependable and be able to transfer 115 pounds. Reliable Transportation a must! Send experience and/or resume to doug.hammond@att.net or phone (978) 807-7470.

FREE Pickup of unwanted, useful items. Estates, homes, offices cleaned out, yard sale items, scrap metals, batteries.

(603)930-5222.

King size sleigh bed. Solid mahogany. $350 or best offer 508-783-7132

LIKE new Toro power snow shovel. Power with electric cord. $50. 387-5678

Help Wanted IRVING Energy has an immediate full-time opening for an experienced Oil Burner/ Propane Dual Technician. Experience in maintenance and repair of residential and commercial heating equipment necessary. Experience in installation of equipment is a plus. Requirements: Responsible for performing services safely. Provide quality work with outstanding customer service. Oil and propane licenses required; including NH Gas Fitters. Irving supports our employees by providing outstanding benefits! These include: Company-paid training, company invested medical, dental, 401(k) retirement, short/ long term disability and flexible spending plans. We are also proud to offer paid vacation, sick and personal time; with paid holidays. Additionally, we provide a product discount!

Please send resume to: Felicia Webster 603-790-1001 or apply online at: Irvingoil.com.

Minimum Requirements:

Excellent Pay Plan Includes: Salary and/or Commissions Paid Vacations Medical and Dental insurance available

We’re Hiring, Free College Tuition Call your local Recruiter!

SFC Nicholas Dow (603)724-0756

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Help Wanted

Mobile Homes

DATA ANALYST

DRM has mobile home lots available in Franklin and Gilford. We are offering 6 months free rent as a promotion. Call 520-6261

Full-time position requires creating and maintaining database reports.

Responsibilities include obtaining statistics from homeless service providers, statistical analysis, and report writing using ART (Advanced Reporting Tool which is Business Objectives similar to Crystal Reports) for the State Bureau of Homeless and Housing Services (BHHS), as well as public, state and federal entities.

Requires strong application programming experience with Business Intelligence Report version 11.5 development and maintenance experience including: gathering report requirements from users; developing complex, production level reports; maintaining reports, including alterations and migrations, as required; ability to effectively translates end user reporting requirements into technical design documents; expert analytical and troubleshooting skills; and the ability to trace report performance issues to root cause. Familiarity with ServicePoint (Bowman Systems' Homeless Managements information System (SAP Business Objects) experience is a plus or equivalent experience. Must be organized, have strong written and verbal communication skills, flexible, able to work independently, and handle multiple projects and tasks. Solid understanding of SQL and SQL query development. Familiarity with homelessness as well as knowledge of federal and state social service agencies and programs helpful. Must have valid driver s license. Education: Bachelor s Degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in statistics, mathematics, economics, health services research or administration, computer science, environmental science, or related field. Excellent benefits. Salary $48,000. Send resume by 12/19/13 to Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. (NHHGP), P.O. Box 1016, Concord, NH 03302-1016.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

SEASONAL PROPANE DELIVERY REPRESENTATIVE Flex schedule, CDLB, Hazardous Material & Tanker Endorsements, Steady job in a good working environment.

Stop by 1150 Union Ave. Laconia, or apply online at amerigas.com SEASONAL Delivery Drivers Wanted – immediate openings in the Rochester NH area! We’re looking for dependable, customer-oriented truck drivers interested in flexible schedules to fill the seasonal demands of winter fuel deliveries. If you qualify, we’ll provide you with benefits throughout the year and provide a Safety Sign-On Bonus to qualified/ hired drivers. We’re looking for individuals who: Hold a CDL-B, Tanker and Hazmat, maintain safe work practices, and have strong customer service skills. Call 603-790-1001 or email resume:

WOULD you like to make a difference? The Belknap Independent Business Alliance (BIBA) is looking to expand it's Board of Directors with team members excited about supporting locally owned businesses. This is a volunteer opportunity. To find out about this rewarding opportunity please email info@bibanh.org.

Instruction CNA / LNA TRAINING Evening Class Begins Dec. 3rd in Laconia. Graduate in just 7 weeks! (603) 647-2174 www.LNAHealthCareers.com

Services

Motorcycles

2010 Honda 1300 Stateline motorcycle Model VT13CRA. 2,200+ miles, $8,000. Call 603-630-0551 leave message

Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz

(603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH.

Real Estate FLORIDA HOMES, CONDOS Englewood, Port Charlotte, Venice, Sarasota. Free Property Search www.suncoasteam.com Suncoasteam Realty 941-235-7474

Services

Services

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

MOBILE Home in co-op park.

Handyman special. Needs minor repair. $3,000. Call 603-630-0551, Leave message

2004 FLSTC Heritage Softail: 16,300 miles, $7,700 or best offer.

Call Al 524-6540

• www.udriveitnh.com

ALTON Bay Auto & Marine- Full Service. 875-7577

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

Our Customers Don!t get Soaked!

528-3531 Major credit cards accepted CALL Mike for yard cleanups, mowing, maintenance, scrapping, light hauling, very reasonably priced. 603-455-0214

FULL PRUNING & TREE REMOVAL FREE ESTIMATES

603-279-6988

HANDYMAN SERVICES Small Jobs Are My Speciality

Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277

SNOWPLOWING

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Michael Percy

CHAIR CANING Seatweaving. Classes. Supplies.

New England Porch Rockers, 2 Pleasant Street in downtown Laconia. Open every day at 10.

603-524-2700.

MEREDITH AREA Reliable & Insured

One call does it all. 30 years experience. References. Call Bill at 273-7338

677-2540 WEEKLY TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE

Services

“Let us go to the dump for you”

No Separation Required 96 Gallon Tote Provided $10/Week

603-986-8149 WET BASEMENTS,

cracked or buckling walls, crawl space problems, backed by 40 years experience. Guaranteed, 603-447-1159 basementauthoritiesnh.com.

SNOW PLOWING & SANDING Comm. Residential Insured Call for a quote 267-6680 ALWAYS ODD JOBS WANTED Hauling, metal removal, snow removal, light carpentry, interior painting, etc... 603-930-5222.

PARTY PLANNER- Christmas, birthays and many events. Great w/people, cooking, baking, decorating & shopping. 508-0240

WILL do sitting with the homebound or run light errands. Responsible lady. References.

207-949-4993 Laconia

YARD MAINTENANCE SPRUCE up those rooms for the holidays. Call Willow Hill Painting.

603-671-3914

Flower bed maintenance, pruning, planting, transplanting, trimming, weeding mulching, spring & fall cleanup. Alan, 491-6280

Snowmobiles 2 Polaris Snomobiles XLT 600!s (1) 1996 reverse, studded track.

(1) 1998 reverse, electric start.

Enclosed clam shell trailer $4,000 package. Call Bill or B.O. 524-4798 home 504-4100 Cell

Storage Space

Land GILFORD: New to the market, residential building lots. 14 to choose from, level and dry land, most with mountain views, one with lake views. 1.08 to 8.69 acres, $79,900 to $119,900.

Owner/broker, 524-1234.

Lost DARK grey short-hair female cat.

Green eyes, near Locks Trail scenic area, RT11. Last seen

Wanted To Buy WE buy anything of value from one piece to large estates. Call

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