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2 The Record Thursday, August 12, 2021 Local Bike Mechanic “Big Ring Bob” Races From Canada To Mexico

miles, Lesmerises ended up traveling about 2,700 up buying a whole new bike halfway through. July 6, with 40 wild buffalo in view. BY ROBERT BLECHL due to his lack of GPS navigation. People following While Lesmerises stayed in hotels at the begin- “We couldn’t have scripted it better,” said Les- Staff Writer along at home, though, could watch his progress, ning, he quickly started pulling all-nighters in the merises. thanks to his SPOT tracker, and would call him, text saddle to catch up to people. He calls the race the hardest thing he’s done in his Summer is a busy time for bike shops. him, message him on Facebook to tell him that he “I didn’t know I had it in me, but I could do 250 entire life, but Lesmerises is gunning to do it again “I’ve never taken time off in the summer before, had lost his way. miles or more without sleeping,” he said. “I’d take next year and hopes his customers will understand. that’s a no-no,” said Robert “Big Ring Bob” Les- “I was the fan favorite because I kept getting some catnaps, I was like the king of catnaps. And “I feel like I just did the Tour de France,” he said. merises, owner and operator of the White Mountain lost,” he said. “I looked like some sort of energizer your helmet, your helmet makes the perfect pil- “It was my Tour de France … I was always excited Bike Shop, in Franconia, N.H., on Aug. 3. bunny, but sometimes the bunny is going off in the low…” to see what was around the corner.” But this year, as the bike industry continues to wrong direction.” Lesmerises’ biggest fear was running out of wa- Next time, though, Lesmerises is going to use face COVID-19-induced shortages on everything In fact, at one point he ended up biking 27 miles ter in a sparse area with dreaded headwinds slowing bike navigation. While he threw away his bike com- from rental bikes to basic parts, Lesmerises found a on a super-highway in New Mexico and getting him down. puter long ago after his second bike tour in New positive: the possibility of time off and the greatest pulled over. The state police were pretty nice about The bike mechanic rode by himself for hours, Zealand, realizing he was spending more time look- bike tour and race of his life — the Great Divide it, he said. as well as with many of his fellow racers. He rode ing at it than the scenery — and that he liked asking Classic. While Lesmerises has lived without a car for the (hiked) through snow, was almost always thirsty, for directions — he admits it wasn’t the right choice The 60-year-old bike mechanic raced self-sup- past 30 years and done races and bike tours all over lost 12 pounds, burnt his bike shorts trying to dry for a race through what is often a sign-less, barren ported from the Canadian border to the Mexican the world, this was his first endeavor of such length. them out, chased and then finally passed former part of the world. border on a 90 percent unpaved route, crisscrossing “This race was something I really wanted to do, U.S. presidential candidate, Gary Johnson, almost “I think the main thing is to pack enough so you the Continental Divide, boasting almost 150,000 to stay on my bike for that period of time,” he said. quit several times, had the “Ghostbusters” theme don’t get cold and you take care of yourself, but not feet of elevation gain. While most people plan on doing the Great Di- stuck in his head on every downhill and broke his so much that you’re really killing yourself trying to Lesmerises finished the course in 23 days and 20 vide Classic and train for a year or two, Lesmerises (recently brand-new) bike frame with just 300 miles push your bike up a hill,” Lesmerises said. hours. made his decision to go in March of this year. to go. “Big Ring Bob” grew up in Manchester, went to Despite being likely the only entrant to use paper On his first day of the race, June 11, Lesmerises But “Big Ring Bob” pulled the frame together Plymouth State, and used work at Cannon Mountain maps (only about 40 of the 120 participants in this suffered six flat tires and fell way behind most of with hose clamps and gorilla tape and he and fellow as a way to stay in the mountains long-term. While year’s “biggest unofficial race” managed to finish), the other racers. The bike he had brought wasn’t the racer, Will Staler, who Lesmerises had chased for he frequently had used a bike for transportation, not Cyan he came in second for riders in their 60s and 14th right one for the tough terrain — “I felt like I had a much of the race, soldiered through lightning and getting his driver’s license until age 18, he became overall. pea-shooter in a gunfight,” he said — and he ended thunder to cross the finish line together at dawn on

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Yellow Black Vehicle Found In River May Belong To Local Woman Missing Since 1978

First, they combed waterways in the Gorham area. Last month, they BY PAUL HAYES re-focused the search on the area between Leeman’s apartment and her Staff Writer daughter McClain’s home in Gilman, Vt. They picked a high-proba- bility area where River Road in Lunenburg ran along the Connecticut LANCASTER — Forty-three years ago Alberta Leeman vanished River. without a trace. Last week they broke the case open. Now, her disappearance may have been solved. On July 29, the Sonar/ROV team detected the car lying in a shallow Authorities recently found Leeman’s 1972 Pontiac LeMans sub- area on the Vermont side of the river alongside River Road. Canfield merged in the Connecticut River just south of the Lunenburg/Lancaster said the sonar showed the vehicle “as clear as day.” covered bridge. They reported it has been there “for decades.” A week later on Thursday, Aug. 5, the dive team found the license Human remains were recovered from the car by a New Hampshire plate and confirmed it was Leeman’s car. That night McClain was no- State Police dive team on Aug. 6 . DNA testing and results are pending. tified. She was dumbstruck by the news. The vehicle was located three miles from the Gilman, Vt., home of “I’m just numb,” McLain said, in disbelief that the car was found Leeman’s daughter, 84-year-old Nancy McLain. so close to her home. “She was only three miles away and we never McLain and her three children watched as the dive team worked knew it.” around an orange buoy, which marked the car’s location. The family On Friday, McClain and her three children spent 8 hours watching hoped the discovery would provide then with answers and give them New Hampshire State Police divers search the Conn. Riv- the dive team continue its search and recovery efforts. It was a solemn peace of mind. er after discovering a submerged vehicle and human re- vigil. “I’m old now and I would like closure. To know,” said McLain. mains that may belong to a woman missing since 1978. They believe Leeman was on her way to their Gilman home when Leeman was last seen on July 26, 1978. (Photo by Paul Hayes) she went off River Road, down a steep bank, and into the water. The 63-year-old widow left her second-floor apartment in Gorham “When someone would say ‘we’ve seen her here, we’ve seen her “It’s strange, it hasn’t sunk in yet,” said Leeman’s granddaughter and drove off into a rainy night, according to the book ‘Tales Told in the there’ we rushed there to check it out,” McLain said. Roxanne McLain, who called the discovery bittersweet. She expressed Shadows of the White Mountains’ by Charles Jordan. After a while, the case went cold. Then, three years ago, New relief that her grandmother didn’t suffer at the hands of someone else. She was reported missing a week later and police found little evi- Hampshire Fish and Game Officer Joe Canfield heard about the Lee- “Somebody didn’t abduct her. It was just a freak accident. And we dence as to where she had gone. There was a box of personal papers man disappearance. won’t have to think about it anymore.” (including insurance policies) on the kitchen table. Towels were un- Canfield heads up Fish and Game’s Sonar/ROV team, which uses In the aftermath, Canfield finally met the family for the first time. characteristically left on the bathroom floor. Her purse and money had underwater side-scan sonar and submersible drone technology. He After more than two years of working the case, he felt like he already been left behind. made the Leeman case the basis for the team’s monthly training. knew them. He called the moment surreal — but rewarding. Multiple police investigations that centered on the Gorham area He never told the family, he said, because he didn’t want to “give “It was just comforting to me that they know the truth, because I turned up nothing. Authorities believed the car may have ended up in them false hope.” couldn’t imagine living with the unknown,” he said. “Hopefully at this the water, but focused their search efforts on the Androscoggin River. Canfield would choose areas where Leeman could have disappeared point, the healing can start.” Meanwhile family members never stopped looking. under water, and the Sonar/ROV team would search those places. A3

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4 The Record Thursday, August 12, 2021 News Briefs

Level 2 Assessment Brown Street Furniture was a 45-year-old New Document Offers safeguard those resources. furniture-making business that produced cus- It suggests taking measures to protect the Underway At Brown tom-made, high-end furniture products that Road Map For Protecting town’s 146 miles of streams and rivers, 440 Street Furniture Site were sold across the United States and Canada. Natural Resources acres of open water, 4,863 acres of aquifers, It was once Whitefield’s largest employer. 3,190 acres of wetlands, 1,918 acres of softwood WHITEFIELD — A Level 2 environmental It was sold to Massachusetts investors in LANCASTER — A new report will help Lan- forest, and assorted view sheds. It advocates for assessment of the former Brown Street Furniture 2008, experienced brief growth, then ran into caster to balance development and conservation. cooperative efforts with surrounding communi- site is underway. cash flow problems during the great recession. The Natural Resources Inventory gives a ties, organizations, schools and state and federal The New Hampshire Department of Envi- By 2012 it had closed. comprehensive overview of the town’s land and agencies. ronmental Services began work this week and In 2013, Reg Abbott purchased it at auction water resources, and provides town officials The plan also advises the town to explore a will determine if potentially costly clean-up is for $122,500, well below its then-assessed value with a tool to make informed decisions about carbon offset program, which would allow the needed. of $1.1 million. future growth. town to leverage its existing forest resources for The town has refused to take the 12-acre Since then, much of the 48,000-square-foot The 58-page document was completed in carbon credits. property despite more than $100,000 in unpaid factory space, 17,000-square-foot warehouse November by natural resource consultant Elise Town Manager Ben Gaetjens-Oleson said the taxes because of environmental liability issues. and 12 acres of land have fallen into disrepair. Lawson. It was unveiled publicly at the Great NRI confirms the town’s unique offerings. Peter Corey, chair of the Board of Selectmen, Today, Abbott owes more than $200,000 North Woods Visitors Center on Aug. 9. More “To me it highlights how diverse we are as said the Level 2 assessment “will inform what in town and federal liens. That includes over than 20 turned out for the presentation, which a community. We have a vibrant commercial we will, or will not, do moving forward.” $106,000 owed to the town of unpaid prop- was postponed from last year due to COVID-19. downtown, we have great natural resources for The Level 2 assessment is funded through erty, water and sewer taxes and approximate- The NRI highlights Lancaster’s broad range people to enjoy, and even the natural resources DES Brownfields Program. Groundwater sam- ly $130,000 to the Environmental Protection of natural resources. themselves are diverse,” he said. Agency for hazardous material disposal. ples will be pulled next week. A timeline for test Overall the town has a great variety of terrain, See News Briefs, Page 6 results was not available. For a time, it served as a warehouse for his from mountains to river corridors. Three-quar- If no contamination is found, the town could business, Family Furniture, which has locations ters of the town is forested, roughly one-fifth is take the property. There have been informal dis- in Littleton and Derby, Vt. slopes over 20% grade, and about one-fifth is ON THE COVER: More than 20 turned out cussions about relocating the town garage there, Reached in April, Abbott described the build- farmland soil. for a presenation of the Natural Resource replacing the current, outdated facility located ing as an albatross. “There’s just so much diversity,” Lawson Inventory at the Great North Woods Wel- “I just want someone to pay the back taxes come Center in Lancaster on Aug. 20,

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6 The Record Thursday, August 12, 2021 Annual Walk To Benefit so far totals $35,332. will now need to train outside work hours for the News Briefs Veterans Breaks $2K In There is still time to donate since the main annual event. Continued from Page 4 event in Washington D.C. is being held Satur- For 2022, Percey plans the North Country Fund-Raising day, he said. Ruckers event on Aug. 6, the day the 31 heroes Aspects of the NRI can be incorporated into Percey’s fundraising site is at www.classy. in Afghanistan made the ultimate sacrifice in the town’s Master Plan, which is under revision, org/fundraiser/3276223. serving their country. Gaetjens-Oleson said. LITTLETON — What has become an annual walk in the North Country to benefit veterans In addition to raising money and awareness He thanked everyone involved for their con- “It can be incorporated into many of the sec- for post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic tributions in 2021, among them the Veterans of tions [of the Master Plan] especially conserva- has for the first time broke $2,000 in fundraising. The proceeds help fund research into brain injury research, the 31 Miles for 31 He- Foreign Wars posts in Littleton and Lancaster tion and potentially land use,” he said. roes walk that benefits the nonprofit 31 Heroes for their donations. The NRI will also guide the work of the Con- post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries. Project also raises money for the families of the “I’d like to thank the people in the commu- servation Commission, Planning Board and oth- fallen during times of need. nity for helping me get beyond my fundraising er town governmental bodies. Called 31 Miles for 31 Heroes and organized locally by Lancaster resident and retired Air The event is a “memorial ruck” (a term for goals,” said Percey. Racheal Stuart, chair of the Conservation military rucksack) that honors the sacrifices of Commission, said the NRI provides a road map Force veteran John Percey, it began for the sec- ond consecutive year in Littleton, leaving Schil- the 30 active duty military members and one North Country: Local for future efforts. military working dog killed when their heli- “We see it as a terrific resources. We want to ling Beer Co. at 8 a.m. Aug. 7 for Twin Moun- tain along a route that included Union Street in copter was shot down by enemy fire on Aug. 6, Projects Nab Federal Grants use it to prioritize our work for the coming year. 2011, in Afghanistan. She talked a lot about land conservation, that’s Littleton, Wing and River roads in Bethlehem, and Route 302 out to the state police barracks In addition to the main event at the nation’s In the latest round of nearly $4.6 million in to- of great interest to us,” Stuart said. capital, where it began in 2012, local walks tal awards for New Hampshire from the North- Land conservation would be on tool to help in Twin Mountain and doubling back to finish at Schilling. called “shadow rucks” have been held across the ern Border Regional Commission, three North Lancaster maintain its rural character while it United States and in other countries. Country projects have received federal grants supports residential and commercial develop- “We completed another successful event,” said Percey. “I was joined for the first 11 miles Percey, who participated in two walks in for community and economic development. ment along its central corridor. Washington, D.C., began the North Country Awarded $350,000 for its total $7 million-plus Currently 13 percent of land in Lancaster by my wife, Cassandra, and Paula Bystrzycki.” Bystrzycki, a teacher at St. Johnsbury Acad- ruck in 2015. expansion at the Littleton Area Learning Center (4,657 acres) is conserved by government own- Before moving the North Country event to is White Mountains Community College. ership or conservation easements. emy whose son served in the Air Force, walked the entire distance with Percey last year, but pri- Littleton in 2020 to generate more awareness The Littleton Industrial Development Corp. It remains to be seen how that sentiment will and participation, Percey had organized it in was awarded $210,000 for an expansion of the be reflected in a revised Master Plan document or commitments meant she had to leave early on Saturday. Lancaster, walking a 31-mile route along Route Littleton Industrial Park, to include 600 feet of or the work of various town committees. 3 to Stratford Hollow and turning back for Lan- access road, culvert replacement, installation of Cyan “My sons, Eli and Jude, and their friend, John “That’s certainly come up in the Master Plan caster. 200 feet of water and sewer lines, landscaping, conversations. Keep that rural character, pre- Randall, kept me company for the last eight miles,” said Percey. “Dave [Victor] from Little- Percey does the full 31 miles and is often and necessary permitting. Magenta serve our natural assets,” Stuart said. “This is a joined by area residents for several miles or The town of Colebrook was awarded wonderful document for that [master plan] group ton VFW Post 816 provided logistics support in their van.” more of the route. $250,000 to clean out its wastewater treatment and I think we should take advantage of it.” He is among those participants who carry two facility lagoons for the first time in two decades, See the full NRI at https://www.lancasternh. As of Tuesday afternoon, the fundraising total for Percey’s North Country Ruckers team was bricks in a rucksack, one to represent the lives of as part of a project that will provide additional Yellow Black org/uploads/1/2/8/8/12887857/2020_lancast- the fallen and the other to represent the burdens depth capacity and directly support increased er_nri_final.pdf $2,207.” The 2021 31 Miles For 31 Heroes campaign carried by their families. manufacturing of COVID-19-related nitrile Throughout the walk they will stop to read the gloves at American Performance Polymers. names and biographies of the the fallen and raise The WMMC expansion at 646 Union St. in a canteen of water to their memories. Littleton will give the college an increased pres- The shade along Wing and River roads helped ence in Littleton, expand course offerings, and this year, though midway through he faced a enable WMCC to strengthen its role in provid- challenge, one he overcame with persistence and ing skilled workers to the region and support re- the end goal in sight. gional efforts to retrain the local workforce. “I had some struggles at the turnaround and In July, the state capital budget was signed got nauseous and felt pretty sick,” said Percey. into law, and it includes $5 million set aside “Luckily, the van was there and I changed out for the college’s expansion, which will entail a my shoes and socks. I contemplated leaving new 10,000-square-foot building that will house my ruck there and going with just my flag, but WMCC’s diesel heavy equipment program and I would have hated myself in the morning. So technology programs that include welding, in- I grabbed my ruck and got some Gatorade and dustrial mechanics, and energy technology. spent some time in the shade and was okay after “I was just notified this morning that we have that.” a Northern Borders grant coming through,” The amount of money he has raised for 2021 WMCC President Chuck Lloyd said Monday. was significantly higher than any year before and “This is exciting for us. It’s certainly clear that the largest amount in 2021 for any 31 Miles for workforce development is on everyone’s mind. 31 Heroes team (right now, the North Country We’re trying to build a facility to train the cur- Ruckers has just Percey as an official member). rent and future workforce. Also, we’re seeing a Last year’s total of more than $1,700, was the lot of momentum in Littleton from the state’s second highest raised by Percey. investment in the $5 million.” On Saturday evening, Schilling CEO Jeff Planning and engineering will take place this Cozzens and crew provided dinner for everyone year. , involved. The ground is expected to be broken in “Jeff really wants to be more involved next the spring of 2022, followed by an eight- to year and get an earlier jump on it,” said Percey. 10-month construction period and building slat- For several years in Lancaster, Percey worked ed for occupancy in early 2023. 1517 MEADOW STREET as a mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, a job “Construction’s going to move forward and LITTLETON NH 03561 that kept him fit for the 31 Miles for 31 Heroes this Northern Borders grant is going to allow us 603-259-3244 walk, as it involved miles of walking per day. to get things started right away with the planning WWW.SECONDCHANCEAR.ORG Three weeks ago, he began working inside the Lancaster post office as a clerk, meaning he See News Briefs, Page 7 A7

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the cold weather comes and we’re ready to go News Briefs for Christmas,” said Anne Truslow, vice-presi- www.caledoniacountyfair.com Continued from Page 6 dent of development for SPNHF. 1 FAIRGROUNDS ROAD The project was born of a vision to fully ren- phase,” said Lloyd. “This will help us with ear- ovate the Carriage Barn following the Febru- LYNDONVILLE, VERMONT ly planning and engineering and we’ll hopefully ary 2019 accidental fire that destroyed the Tool Take exit 23, I-91 and turn north on Rt. 5, use it to break ground as soon as we can. We’re Building, the estate’s previous center of opera- follow the signs. all systems go at this point. Things are really tions. GATES OPEN AT 7:00 AM starting to fall into place and we really appreci- In the summer of 2020, landscaping was done ate the recognition and importance of workforce beside the foundation of the former Tool Build- AGRICULTURAL FAIR WITH development and the community college’s role ing, at the site of what will be the new amphi- FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT in doing so.” theater. August 25-29, 2021 At the Littleton Industrial Park, the expansion In June of this year, through a partnership that begins at the burn pit area at the Littleton between SPNHF and local fire departments, the TUESDAY, AUGUST 24 Transfer Station will enable new companies to nearby Batchelder Cottage was deliberately de- AUCTION – 6 PM set up business in the park and existing business- stroyed through a controlled burn that was part es to expand. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25 of a training exercise for firefighters. DEMO NIGHT – SALE $12 The NBRC grants are a 50-50 match and The project phase for this summer has three 4 PM GATES OPEN LIDC expects to complete its total $420,000 ex- parts to it, said Truslow - excavating behind the 6 PM MINI-HORSE PULL pansion project in a few years, after obtaining Carriage Barn to expand parking, completing the 6:30 PM POWER WHEELS DEMO, needed permits and putting the project out to bid. landscaping, and extending utilities to the Car- VAN & TEAM DEMO “We’ve just finished up one Northern- Bor riage Barn to prepare for the barn’s renovation THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 ders grant to start this road and we’ve got 42 that will begin in the spring of 2022. CHILDREN’S DAY acres we’re trying to get this road up to,” said “The parking area will make the Christmas 7 AM GATES OPEN Greg Eastman, president of the nonprofit LIDC. 9 AM YOUTH DAIRY CATTLE JUDGING season this year much more smooth in terms of 10:30 AM PONY PULL, 1,850 LBS. “Once we get this road done, we’ll be able to traffic flow,” she said. “One thing we have not 11 AM FARM TRACTOR PULL take people up there. In this stage of our econo- determined yet is whether or not we will require 2:30 PM PONY PULL, 2,250 LBS. my, where existing businesses can’t find enough 6:30 PM PONY PULL, FREE-FOR-ALL reservations again this year. For the moment, we 7:30 PM JD ROBERTS ACOUSTICS employees, this is a good time to start building are planning on a full return to Christmas tree 8:30 PM CLEDUS T. JUDD infrastructure and wait for the next cycle to come sales and reusing the whole area.” FRIDAY, AUGUST 27 Cyan through, where businesses are going to be ex- The topsoil from the excavation, once cow panding and growing and we’ll have plenty of SENIOR DAY – $12 manure from the days when the estate was a 7 AM GATES OPEN employees.” working farm, will be transported to other sites 9 AM DAIRY CATTLE JUDGING – OPEN SHOW Magenta LIDC’s primary mission is to create jobs, said at The Rocks and will be used as fill for the 10:30 AM HORSE PULL (DISTANCE IN 5 MINUTES) Eastman. 2 PM KINGDOM’S GOT TALENT Batchelder Cottage recovery, she said. 2:30 PM HORSE PULL, 3,100 LBS. “We are very grateful and pleased that North- “It’s going to be expanded parking all the way 6:30 PM 4X4 PULL ern Borders accepted our application,” he said. back there with drainage and everything,” said 6:30 PM HORSE PULL, 3,300 LBS. Yellow Black The $4,591,679 in NBRC grant awards for Truslow. “The idea is to have the new parking 8 PM “RAIZED ON RADIO” New Hampshire that invest in community and in so it’s usable by Christmastime. The schedule SATURDAY, AUGUST 28 workforce development were announced Mon- is essentially late August to early September to FAMILY DAY day by New Hampshire’s federal delegation, have that piece of it done.” 7 AM GATES OPEN whose members are U.S. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, 8 AM LAWN TRACTOR PULLS The parking area will be hard-pack and not 9 AM GYMKHANA REGISTRATION D-NH, and Maggie Hassan, and U.S. Reps. Ann pavement. 9 AM CATTLE COSTUME CONTEST Kuster, D-NH, and Chris Pappas, D-NH. A trench will then be put in to bring electri- 10:30 AM HORSE PULL, 3,200 LBS. In a statement, Shaheen said, “I’m very cal, water, and sewer extensions up the hill to the 11:30 AM GRAND CAVALCADE pleased to announce this year’s funding, which 2 PM LOG LOADER COMPETITION Carriage Barn. 2:30 PM HORSE PULL, 3,500 LBS. will lift up our rural communities through proj- In September and early October, crews will 6:30 PM HORSE PULL FFA ects that will strengthen workforce development continue with the landscaping across from the 7:30 PM JD ROBERTS ACOUSTIC 8:15 ULTIMATE ALDEAN opportunities in the Mt. Washington Valley, im- house of Rocks’ general manager Nigel Manley, prove water infrastructure in Littleton, expand in the area of the former Tool Building. SUNDAY, AUGUST 29 access to broadband internet to all residents in The tiers will slope down the hill. DEMO DAY Sandwich and more.” 7 AM GATES OPEN “It will be a rustic amphitheater,” said 9 AM HORSE SHOW – ALL DAY Truslow. “It will have three tiers and it’s situated 10 AM OX PULL, 2,000 LBS. Rocks Estate Expands so you’re really taking in the full view. If all goes NOON PIG SCRAMBLE according to plan, which so far it has been, all of NOON OX PULL, 2,400 LBS. Parking, Landscaping, 1 PM DEMO QUALIFYING that landscaping, and everything on the west side 1:30 PM OX PULL, 2,800 LBS. Prepares For Christmas of the road plus the parking area, will all be com- 5 PM OX PULL, 3,200 LBS plete by October, and the amphitheater, too.” 6 PM OX PULL – FREE FOR ALL 6 PM DEMO FINALS BETHLEHEM — As it remakes The Rocks Two weeks ago, because of the heavy equip- Estate into its northern headquarters, the Society ment and safety concerns, the Rocks’ trails were ADVANCED SALE TICKETS: $16 Advance Sale Tickets – Good Any Day For the Protection of New Hampshire Forests is closed and are expected to remain closed until AVAILABLE AT: DADS 4BY – St. Johnsbury & Wells River • AGWAY – Lyndonville expanding parking, completing landscaping, and around mid-September. OR ONLINE AT: caledoniacountyfair.com preparing for a full Christmas tree season. “There is no actual construction on the trails,” GATE PRICES: Wednesday Evening $12 • Thursday-Sunday $20 • Friday Seniors $12 The new parking area will open up 96 new she said. “The trails will reopen in mid-Septem- INCLUDED IN ADMISSION PRICE: spaces, including accessible parking spaces, be- ber after the heavy equipment is done moving All GS Events, Parking, Amusement Rides, Exhibits & Demonstrations hind the Carriage Barn at the south side of the around – likely between Sept. 10 and 15.” building. For 2021, following last year’s COVID-19 The landscaping includes a three-tiered am- pandemic that canceled or significantly restrict- phitheater at the site of the 2019 fire. ed operations, The Rocks Estate has a full sched- Both projects are now underway and are on ule of bus tours - about 90 - arriving this fall, SUBSCRIBE AT WWW.CALEDONIANRECORD.COM track to be completed in the next two months. “The big idea is to get all of this done before See News Briefs, Page 8 A8

8 The Record Thursday, August 12, 2021 state 93. I get taxation. I know how much welfare costs will be. I get it. But News Briefs The plan is to begin renovations on the Carriage Barn as early I also get that this is an infrastructure bill and the town doesn’t Continued from Page 7 as possible in the spring of 2022 and likely have it ready for oc- have a lot of infrastructure. The infrastructure is in the districts.” cupancy by the spring of 2023 or close to the mid-year 2023, she When Garofalo and Bjelobrk raised the potential for districts and the work will be completed before they arrive, said Truslow. said. to mishandle funds, Graham and others took exception. Graham “We anticipate all of the landscaping on the left/east side of the Milestone Engineering and Construction, of Concord, is the lauded the precincts for working together, at one point saying, property to be complete in October, creating a multi-use outdoor construction manager managing all of the sub-contracting. “We need to move in a positive damn direction!” space,” she said. The contractor performing the current work is Andrews Con- During one tense exchange, commissioner Long and chairman To date, just over $3.75 million has been fund-raised for the struction, of Campton. Garofalo disagreed on the intent for ARPA funding. project, and few donations gifts are currently in progress. Truslow was in the area on Friday, when she had lunch with Garofalo said the town and precinct budgets (and spending) Recently, the SPNHF board of directors took another affirma- members of the Profile Club and was asked about the status of were separate and distinct, and the town was under no obligation tive vote to move ahead. The Rocks Estate. to give ARPA funding to the precinct. “The target we set for the whole project was $7.5 million,” “What we’re conveying is the project is moving ahead really “Districts have their budgets. Districts have their projects. Dis- said Truslow. “That’s $5.5 million in capital investments and a $2 well, one phase at a time, and we’re really excited about it,” she tricts have to raise money to manage the projects they have. Sim- million endowment for future management. We did go out for an said. “The feedback we’re getting from people is positive.” ple as that. That’s the way it works,” he said. “You don’t come update in pricing and we may be creeping up toward $8 million to the town of Haverhill and say ‘Hey, I need so much money to for the project by the time it’s done. But our board has revisited Haverhill Precincts help our water system.’ Because they’re not going to give money all of this and re-voted and they are all in. We are definitely doing for it.” the project … The organization remains completely committed to Secure ARPA Funds Long said the Board of Selectmen would be “shirking their re- fulfilling the vision as it’s been articulated in those phases.” sponsibility” if they failed to pass along ARPA funds to precinct Landscaping is the first phase, the Carriage Barn second, and HAVERHILL — The precincts will get paid. governments. trailing behind those will be the third phase and last piece, a cov- The Board of Selectmen on Aug. 2 agreed to funnel $280,222 “You’re saying ‘Screw you districts,’” said Long. ered outdoor pavilion attached to the west end of the Carriage in American Rescue Plan Act funds to four village district pre- Garofalo, Graham, Robbins and Howard Hatch voted in favor Barn that will be completed at a future date. cincts for infrastructure projects. of the precinct plan. Bjelobrk cast the lone vote against. “There is no timing at this point,” said Truslow. “We will put all The request was approved by a 4-1 vote. Assistant Town Manager Jennifer Boucher noted that infra- the juice on the Carriage Barn until that’s done.” Precincts will be funded in accordance with their percent- structure was one of multiple acceptable uses for ARPA funds. The vision is to create a forest exploration center. age of town valuation. Woodsville will get the largest amount However, her input was mostly ignored by Long and other pre- Planned for inside is a lobby and restrooms, two classrooms ($111,548) followed by North Haverhill ($65,409), Mountain cinct officials in attendance. and office space, and gallery space, all in a facility that will be Lakes ($64,254) and Haverhill Corner ($39,011). Said Long, “We are not here to look for anything from the ad- powered by renewable energy through solar and geothermal. Those funds will go towards infrastructure upgrades. A project ministration. We are here to talk to the Select Board and get an Cyan The initial phase, completed in late 2019, was the construction list is still being finalized. Projects must be completed by Dec. answer.” of a workshop down by the red house, near Route 302 and Inter- 31, 2026. Magenta Overall the precincts will receive 59% of the town’s ARPA What To Know As Canada Reopens Your Community Health Partner Since 1975 funds totaling $477,908. Those funds will be paid in two equal installments in 2021 and 2022. Border To U.S. Travelers Bob Long, commissioner for the Mountain Lakes District, pre-

Yellow Black sented the plan to Selectmen on behalf of all four precinct govern- The Canadian border opened to non-essential U.S. visitors at ments. He criticized town administration plans to put the money 12:01 a.m. Aug. 9. ™‹–Š towards town-wide municipal projects. He argued that district Does that mean you can just hop in your car, speed through the ‡Ž‡Ǧ ‡ƒŽ–Š infrastructure was a better and more appropriate use for ARPA checkpoint, and grab a cup of coffee at Tim Horton’s? Not quite. funds. Visitors to Quebec must satisfy a list of requirements. They  Ǩ “If you take this [ARPA funding] and put it into water or waste- must be vaccinated, tested, and possibly screened for COVID. water projects, that money is going to local contractors,” he said. They also need to have a quarantine plan, in case they are exposed “That’s true stimulus.” to coronavirus during their visit. Select Board Chair Fred Garofalo and Vice-Chair Matt Bjelo- Here is what you should know to cross the border when it re- brk expressed concern with the precinct plan. They worried it was opens on Monday. not in the best interest of the town, and was unfair to residents not WHO CAN GO ACHS = Integrated Health Care living in the precincts. Fully vaccinated U.S. residents and permanent residents will be “I think we need to look at the town holistically,” Bjelobrk eligible to cross the border. Primary Care said, noting the town administration had already identified nearly They must complete a full vaccination series at least 14 days $700,000 in town-wide needs, including record welfare spending prior to entry. Accepted vaccines are Phizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Behavioral Health (over $90,000 to date) for emergency shelter housing. “If we can AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson. Proof of vaccination must utilize the funds to benefit all taxpayers, that’s what Selectmen be uploaded to the ArriveCAN website (Canada.ca/ArriveCAN) Dental & Oral Health should be doing. Because we work for the town not an individual or mobile app. There is no exemption for partially vaccinated ‡†‹ ƒ–‹‘ƒƒ‰‡‡– district.” adults. In addition, Garofalo and Bjelobrk said the precinct plan cre- Unvaccinated children under 12 will be allowed entry if they ‡Ž‡ǦŠ‡ƒŽ–Š‡”˜‹ ‡• ated a liability. They noted that a five-year forensic audit of the are accompanied by vaccinated parents/guardians. They will not Woodsville precinct had turned up multiple violations of the Mu- be required to quarantine but must follow enhanced public health ACHS accepts most major insurances, nicipal Finance Act. measures. Medicare & Medicaid, and “We put ourselves on the hook as a town by putting money into Unvaccinated children ages 12-17, and dependent children ‘ơ‡”•ƒ•Ž‹†‹‰ˆ‡‡• ƒŽ‡ these projects,” Bjelobrk said. “I don’t think the juice is worth the (18+) due to a mental/physical condition, will be permitted to en- squeeze, so to speak.” ter Canada with fully vaccinated parents/guardians, but are sub- ˆ‘”’ƒ–‹‡–•™Š‘“—ƒŽ‹ˆ›Ǥ On the other hand, Selectmen Michael Graham and Steve Rob- ject to a 14-day quarantine. Call our NEW PATIENT Hotline bins were vocal supporters of the precinct plan. GET TESTED toll-free at 1.866.201.5076. Robbins said it addressed key infrastructure needs, and promot- All travelers 5-years-and-older must provide proof of a neg- ed unity following a prolonged period of animosity between the ative COVID-19 molecular test (such as PCR) prior to entry to town and precinct governments. Canada. Antigen tests will not be accepted. Tests must be done Ammonoosuc “You know, I’ve read Bob’s proposal over and I think, to me, it within 72 hours of crossing the border. makes sense. I think it gives us an opportunity to change course In addition to meeting the vaccination and test requirements, Community Health Services and start working without districts again,” Robbins said, adding people must be symptom-free. Some travelers will be random- Littleton • Franconia • Warren • Whitefield • Woodsville that he believed the ARPA funding was intended for infrastructure ly tested upon entry. Those who test positive for COVID will be 603.444.2464 • www.ammonoosuc.org spending, not tax reduction. “I own a couple of buildings in town. See News Briefs, Page 9 A9

Thursday, August 12, 2021 The Record 9 be allowed to return home after visiting Canada. Therefore, the larger “stop ahead” signs will go in the DOT’s 10-year plan and be years out News Briefs They have been deemed “essential travel.” be installed on Route 116 before the bridge and from completion, as well as the removal of ex- Continued from Page 8 the added LED lights around the stop sign on cess pavement, mainly the right-turn slip lanes Intersection Safety 116 approaching the intersection, both to in- on Wallace Hill Road southbound and the south- turned away. crease driver awareness. bound interstate off-ramp. CREATE A QUARANTINE PLAN Concerns Prompt Fast The medians will be painted on the approach The roundabout was suggested by resident In addition to the vaccine and testing require- Response By State to the intersection on both Route 116 and Wal- Jim Walker in June. ments, travelers must enter a suitable quarantine lace Hill Road for the purpose of visually reduc- “Longer-term improvements (besides the pos- plan into ArriveCAN. For years, concerns have been voiced by ing the overall size of the roadway and suggest- sible crosswalk) are not yet defined and require Canada mandates that a person who starts ing to drivers to slow down and stay alert. further study to determine what more, if any- having COVID symptoms (or receives a posi- Franconia residents and town officials about the safety of the intersection in the village at Main The medians will be about six feet wide. thing, is warranted,” said Meaney. “The scope tive COVID test) must isolate themselves from An additional and separate measure suggest- of any long-term improvements will determine others immediately for a period of 14 days. Street/Route 18, Church Street/Route 116, and Wallace Hill Road. ed is to install a crosswalk at the intersection of the schedule and possible funding sources and PLAN AHEAD Route 116 and Academy Street to slow drivers would be managed through the project develop- Before going, Travelers should visit travel. The most recent batch of concerns, in mid- June, however, prompted a site visit and a plan down and provide a safer connection for those ment process.” gc.ca to determine if they are eligible to visit using the overflow parking at the Community At their upcoming meeting on Monday, Canada, and for a checklist of requirements to that calls for installing four-way stop signs, larger signs for those coming from Easton, stop Church of Christ. Cowles said the Franconia Board of Selectmen cross the border. “There is a sidewalk improvement project will write a letter of support for the intersection They should print hard copies of vaccination, signs with LED lighting, and painted medians, all before the end of the year. and a road repaving project in that area and recommendations. test and ArriveCAN paperwork in case of poor both need to be completed before NHDOT can The good news for Franconia and area resi- internet/data connections at the border crossings. “We were very happy with the meeting and glad to see some quick action,” Franconia Town install the additional and enhanced signs and dents is that the short-term measures come with Travelers without documentation will be pavement markings,” said DOT spokesperson no cost to the town. denied entry. Those attempting to falsify their Administrator Kim Cowles said Aug. 3. On July 16, Cowles, Franconia Police Chief Eileen Meaney. “These projects are expected to “It’s an intersection of two state roads and it documentation could be fined or barred entry to be complete mid-September. This work would will be a state project,” said Cowles. “When the Canada for an unspecified period of time. Martin Cashin, Franconia Fire Chief Rick Gaudette, and Franconia Selectman Eric Meth follow these projects and be prior to the start of painting crew is out, that’s when they’ll paint In addition, U.S. visitors should expect longer winter conditions (targeted before end of Octo- those strips. We’ll do the four-way stop and re- wait times at border crossings due to COVID met with New Hampshire Department of Trans- portation District 1 Engineer Phil Beaulieu and ber).” place the ‘stop ahead’ signs coming from Easton safety measures. For updated wait times visit The possible new crosswalk is considered a with bigger signs.” travel.gc.ca/returning/border-times several DOT traffic and safety engineers, and Katie Lamb, transportation planner with the separate project, not directly associated with The chronic issue is that some vehicles com- EXPECT TO REPEAT THE PROCESS the intersection improvement and would have ing from Easton aren’t stopping at the intersec-

North Country Council. Cyan No matter how frequently a person visits Can- its own timeline, which has not yet been estab- tion because of the raised bridge, she said. ada, they must produce a negative COVID test The main safety concern stems from the sight of lines of the intersection for northbound Route lished, she said. “There are accidents there, but not enough to done within 72 hours of entry. Magenta 116 drivers because of the curve of the bridge The near-term improvements will be funded put it on the radar,” said Cowles. “The stats you MARINE CROSSINGS through NHDOT’s annual maintenance budget, don’t see are all the near misses, the cars that The above guidelines also apply to marine and view of the interstate, making it difficult for some drivers to see the intersection and knowing said Meaney. go through and nothing happens. That’s why it’s crossings if the boat lands in Canada. Long-term recommendations include raised not on the state’s radar. We want to make it safer However, travelers aboard boats that launch they have to stop. medians and a roundabout, both of which would before something really tragic happens.” Yellow Black from the U.S. but do not moor/dock in Canadian The near-term recommendations coming out waters will not be required to submit pre-arrival of the July site visit are added stop signs on both tests or mandatory information through Arrive- sides of Main Street/Route 18 approaching the CAN. intersection, including a new “stop ahead” sign U.S. EXTENDS RESTRICTIONS on the northbound approach. The U.S. extended its border restrictions last Route 116 and Wallace Hill Road currently month. have stop signs at the intersection. American borders with Canada and Mexico Although a four-way stop would reduce the are closed to non-essential travel through at least risk of collisions from unstopped northbound Aug. 21. cars, town and state officials said it would not However U.S. citizens and legal residents will address sight-line concerns.

The winner of this year’s Great Divide Classic Bob (normally the race is called the “Tour Divide” and Continued from Page 2 starts in Banff, Canada, adding about 250 miles to the course) completed it in about 14 days. However, an avid cyclist after breaking his back skiing. Lesmerises notes that he and the winner both had the Lesmerises opened his bike shop at the Franconia same amount of riding time. BYOB(IKE) - OR RENT ONE OF OURS! Inn in 2008 after working at what is now called Lit- “But he only took four days off, I took 14 off … Explore miles of cross-country bike trails through the resort and surrounding tleton Bike & Fitness. Opening the White Mountain National Forest. Trail pass required, reserve at brettonwoods.com. which sounds like it was a vacation, but it definitely Bike Shop meant that his racing days were pretty wasn’t,” he said. much over, but it gave Lesmerises more time to bike SCENIC GONDOLA RIDES OPEN DAILY The Great Divide Classic follows the Great Di- Enjoy a ride on the Bretton Woods Skyway Gondola and stop in for a beverage tour during the winter, though he does groom trails vide Mountain Biking Route, which Lesmerises and a bite at the new Rosebrook Lodge! Rides offered daily, 10am-3:30pm. near the inn for fat-biking. says is the “Appalachian Trail” of cycling. Most who Advance ticket purchase recommended at brettonwoods.com. His nickname was given to him by the national tour the whole route do so in two to three months. bicycling champ, Tom Masterson, who runs Coy- In the shorter term, Lesmerises is planning on tak- MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS SPECIAL ote Hill Mountain Bike Camp in Bradford, Vt. $FWLYHDQGUHWLUHGPLOLWDU\SOXVÀUVWUHVSRQGHUVFDQJROIIURPMXVW ing a week off in late September to bike the Vermont with valid ID. Learn more at brettonwoods.com/specials. When Lesmerises started racing at a high level the Super 8: a 640-mile extremely challenging course announcer didn’t know how to pronounce his last shaped like the numeral eight that circles through Visit brettonwoods.com for details and additional offers! name; “just call him Big Ring, for god’s sakes, make the Northeast Kingdom and the southern half of the Rates & schedules subject to change. Restrictions may apply on all offers. it easy on yourself,” yelled Masterson. state. Lesmerises will ride it starting from his house. At the time, cyclists tended to stay in a high gear But for now, you can find him at the White Moun- Rte 302, Bretton Woods, NH (a, well, big ring) and pedal slowly instead of pedal- tain Bike Shop, helping customers and trying to   ing furiously in a low gear, a technique mastered by make up for the cash he lost on his race of a lifetime. brettonwoods.com Lance Armstrong. A10

10 The Record Thursday, August 12, 2021 Sisters Peyton, right, and Cecile Carbon- neau at the North Haverhill Fai in Haver- hill, N.H., on Satur- day, July 31, 2021. (Photo by Paul Hayes)

Cyan Sisters Survive Trauma, Take Center Stage she discovered he had lied about his name and his past. She regret-

Magenta BY PAUL HAYES ted the damage it did to her children. Staff Writer “[DCYF] realized they made a huge mistake taking the kids from me. I wasn’t living this bad life. I got conned,” she said. HAVERHILL — Sisters Peyton and Cecile Carbonneau stood Today, the Carbonneaus are leading remarkably normal lives. on stage July 31 wearing frilly dresses and flowers in their hair. Yellow Black With the help of therapy and a once-again stable home life, they Each had a smile on their face and a sash across their chest that have faced their fears and treated their trauma. In the process, they read “Little Miss North Haverhill Fair Contestant.” have re-established their routines, rejoined 4-H, and they look for- Peyton, 12, and Cecile, 6, weren’t crowned. But that was beside ward to the start of school in the fall. the point. They didn’t need a tiara to confirm their accomplish- “They are back to doing everything in life they did before,” ments. their mother said. “They’re already winners,” said their mother, Rebecca. The Little Miss North Haverhill Fair Contest was confirmation A year earlier, the siblings experienced a traumatic event. of that. Sitting in the stands, Rebecca felt a sense of relief watch- On the night of June 20, 2020, their mother’s ex-boyfriend ing Peyton (a returning contestant) and Cecile (a first-time entry) Duane Masters forced the three family members into a car at take part. gunpoint and made Rebecca drive from the East Gate Motel in “I was just so proud to watch my kids being kids,” she said, Littleton (where they awaited emergency shelter placement) to his noting that after spending most of the past year apart, “Sitting campsite at the Gale River Campground in Bethlehem. there, I let out a deep breath. It was almost like I had been holding On the way there, Masters became violent. Peyton attempted it in all this time. It was like ‘Oh my God, my life is almost back to call 911 and Masters grabbed the phone. In the struggle that to normal.’” followed, Peyton was thrown from the moving vehicle. Rebecca During the talent portion of the competition, Peyton did a stopped the SUV and went to help her daughter, but was pushed hula hoop dance (which she choreographed to the song ‘Splish to the ground and punched in the head by Masters, briefly losing SPONSORED BY Splash’) and Ceciile sang the ‘ABC’ song. consciousness. She awakened to stop Masters from leaving with Immediately before Cecile stepped on stage, another contes- Cecile. tant performed a song. Cecile stood in the background and danced Fortunately, Masters ran from the scene and was apprehended a along. month later. He was later found guilty on six counts and sentenced “A parent sitting next to me was the parent of that child. He said to 6-to-12 years in New Hampshire State Prison. to his wife ‘Oh my God, look at the little one behind her, look how Summing up the incident, Rebecca said, “It was awful.” happy she is. She should win just from that smile,’” Rebecca said. The road to recovery has been long and difficult. “Regardless of everything that she’s been through, she was just In the aftermath of the attack, Peyton and Cecile were removed being happy little Cecile.” from their mother’s care by the Division of Children, Youth and On Saturday, the final night of the pageant, Rebecca was joined Families. They were placed with other family members for the by Peyton and Cecile’s father, Tony, his fiancee, Wendy, and fam- next eight months. ily friend Daniel Allard. Meanwhile, Rebecca rebuilt her life. It wasn’t the first time. Peyton and Cecile didn’t take home the top prize. But Rebecca She suffered permanent disability when a drunk driver struck her saw something the judges didn’t. car in 2007, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019, and her “I saw strength,” she said. “I saw these two little girls who mother died from COVID-19 in December. lived through something no little kid should live through, who After repeated attempts to prove her competence, she regained saw something no little kid should see. I saw all their courage, custody of her daughters on March 19, 2021. how they put in the work in therapy every week. I saw them as www.northcountryhealth.org She said her five-week relationship with Masters ended when survivors.” A11

Thursday, August 12, 2021 The Record 11 Littleton: Amid Rising COVID Rates, SAU 84 Presents School Reopening Plan

As for reopening, Hart said the biggest piece of the reopening plan said. “So the individual choice remote option wont be there this year.” BY ROBERT BLECHL is how to determine when the district would move from one model to A shift to the enhanced traditional plan would be to mitigate any Staff Writer the other. challenges of the COVID-19 variants that are causing cases to rise in In developing the plan, the goal is to remove some of the subjectivity Littleton and the surrounding area, said Hart. LITTLETON - As school prepares to reopen in three weeks, the Lit- and make it more concrete by taking guidelines from the New Hamp- “Then we would go back to all of the safety protocols that we had tleton School District has presented its draft reopening plan, at a time shire Department of Health and Human Services, which monitors dif- this past year,” he said. “We would mandate the masking.” when COVID-19 cases have ticked up in Littleton and uncertainty con- ferent parts of the state and determines whether a region is at moderate For the social distancing, would monitor students as they move into tinues about where the virus and its new strains are heading. or severe risk, he said. the hallways, when they’re in common spaces, or in the cafeteria when Planned is a traditional model, meaning full days in the classroom “I’m going to suggest to the school board that we use that as the they’re not eating, he said of the enhanced traditional model. face to face five days a week and with masks optional, and an enhanced determinant moving from what we’re calling the traditional plan to the “It’s a little more flexible than what we did this year, but in many traditional model, which would still be in school five days week but enhanced traditional plan,” said Hart. ways it’s similar,” said Hart. “We will do masking on the school buses would implement some health and safety protocols and masking in the The virus has had significant impact on many students who weren’t as well, and follow New Hampshire guidelines on sick and exposed event that cases rise to a level that warrants them. able to be in school full-time and face to face five days week, he said. people …” Out, at least so far, for the 2021-2022 school year is the remote learn- “Even in the enhanced plan is full face-to-face five days a week,” The school board approved the reopening plan in 5-0 vote. ing option that some parents and students chose during the 2020-2021 said Hart. “The only time we would deviate from that is if we had a Going forward, unless there is a mandate by the governor, the board school year. state mandate. If the governor says we’re going to remote status, we would vote to approve any recommendation by Hart to move from the However, SAU 84 administrative staff during Monday’s Littleton would follow that, or if DHHS said it was critical that we need to move traditional to enhanced traditional or back again, and could do so with- School Board meeting said their schools and teachers will have flex- in that direction, that’s what we would do.” in 24 hours after scheduling an emergency board meeting that could be ibility in meeting the needs of any student who is at home because of The traditional plan involves returning as close to normal as pos- done remotely. quarantine. sible, with masks voluntary and the safety protocols of the past year, Lockers will be offered to all students at Daisy Bronson Middle In a survey issued in June on what parents, students, and teachers such as washing hands and social distancing when moving from class School and Littleton High School, but students don’t have to take them, wanted for the coming school year, nearly 100 percent of the 192 re- to class, encouraged but no longer mandated, said Hart. said DBMS/LHS Principal Mark Fiorentino. spondents said a return to traditional, full-time classroom learning and For buses, the federal government has said everyone needs to have Several parents voiced concerns about no specific formula, stan- more than 70 percent wanted no restrictions, SAU 84 Superintendent masks on school buses, including students, staff, and bus drivers, he dards, or exact number of active cases that would constitute a trig- William Hart said. ger in shifting from one model to the other, and how that lack of “That was back in June,” he said. “A lot has happened, and signifi- “That’s really out of our hands, but we will support that unless some- a hard number could make it difficult for children and parents to cant things have happened over the last few weeks, especially.” Cyan thing changes between now and the start of school,” said Hart. prepare. As of Tuesday, Littleton had seven active cases, a number that has As for quarantine, the school district will follow DHHS guidelines, Others said following the county numbers, where Grafton County slowly increased in recent weeks. Magenta and if those guidelines change, the district will modify its policy. could be in the red because of high case numbers in Lebanon, but few “According to our region, we’re in a moderate risk environment,” “This year, there won’t be a remote option unless it’s mandated,” he in the Littleton area, would not be best. said Hart. “We won’t look at the county, we’ll look at the region,” said Hart. “If you go by county, you end up taking towns that are much farther south.

What we are going to focus on is our region. We’re the lower part of Yellow Black Haverhill School Board Stands By No Mask Decision this region and it’s the rest of the northern part of the state.” hill Cooperative School District will open the leading to a lot of people,” she said. BY PAUL HAYES school year on Aug. 30 without a mask man- Meanwhile, LoCascio favored a better- 28th Annual Staff Writer date. safe-than-sorry approach. He noted that a U.S. Liiinncolllnn Summer However, if COVID case numbers rise dra- Department of Transportation emergency or- HAVERHILL — The Haverhill Coop- matically, the school board could be forced to der already requires masks on school buses, R erative School Board on Aug. 2 stuck by its revisit its decision as soon as its next meeting and indoor transmission rates remain high. decision to open the 2021-2022 school year CRAFT on Sept. 13. “I don’t think we should take a risk,” he without a mask mandate. The highly contagious delta variant, which said. By a 3-1 vote, they rejected a proposal by the Centers for Disease Control has called “as Regardless of the criteria, School Board School Board member Don LoCascio to bring contagious as chickenpox,” has already been Chairman Richard Guy (who abstained from F ESTI VVAAL back the mask mandate for all students until detected in the Upper Valley, noted SAU 23 Monday’s vote) said the Haverhill Coopera- those under 12 are vaccinated. It reaffirmed Front Field – Lin-Wood School Superintendent Laurie Melanson. tive School District needed to have a plan in their vote against a mask mandate in June. Main Street, Lin coln, NH “The Delta variant is here in New Hamp- place. He called for a plan with clear guide- LoCascio unsuccessfully argued that a shire,” she said. “I had a colleague today who lines on when mask use would be triggered. mask mandate would protect Woodsville El- is fully vaccinated who tested positive, he and He said it was important for the school dis- Saturday, Aug ust 14 ementary School students who are too young his wife, and they work in the district. So it’s trict to be proactive and get ahead of the issue. to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, which is not that far away.” While COVID numbers remain low in the Sunday, August 15 only available in the United States to people New Hampshire school districts have local region, Guy said the Delta variant was “con- Hours Saatt 10am to 5pm / Sun 10am to 4pm 12 and older. He called it a small price to pay control over mask mandates, and CDC rec- siderably uglier” than prior strains and was a for student (and community) safety. American Made ommendations for universal indoor masking growing concern across the country. “[A mask requirement poses] no inconve- in K-12 schools is optional. “Unless you’re living under a rock, you see Arts, Crafts & Spe cia lty Food s! nience to the parents, they can still send their As a result, individual school districts must it’s changing nationwide. And we need to be Fine Jewelr y, Phot ogr aphy, Handb ags , Country W oodcrafftts, kids to school, and we avoid a little bit more formulate their own mask protocols. That prepared,” he said, adding, “If we take this is- Folk Art, Doll Clothes , Aroma- Thera py, Ce ramics, Soap, the possibility of something terrible happen- opens the door for debate. sue too likely and we have just one child get Candl es, Chain Saw Carvings, Em broider y, Cutti ng Boards, ing,” he said. School Board member Alexandra Keeler critically ill, that’s on us.” Leather , P ine Cone Creati ons, Vinta ge Chi c, Metal, The majority of school board members in called for the school district to take a mea- School Committee members, Nate Swain Designer Floral, Painted Clothing, Fleece, Calligraphy, attendance disagreed. They said a mask man- sured response to COVID data — and consid- and Sabrina Brown were absent. According Pottery, Original Watercolors, Fiber Arts, date was unnecessary at this time, given the er hospitalizations and deaths over total case to Melanson, both supported a mask mandate Herbal Dips, Kettle Corn, Sauces, Maple, Fudge and More! circumstances. Grafton County has a moder- numbers — when deciding whether to resume in classrooms until students under 12 were ate transmission rate and 46 active cases, with Free Admission ~ Rain or Shine COVID precautions such as mask mandates. vaccinated. However, they were not present less than five active cases in Haverhill. Directi ons ffrrom Route 93 take Exit 32 “All I’m hearing about in the news right to vote. Monday’s vote guarantees that the Haver- now is cases alone. And I feel it’s very mis- castleberryffaairs.com

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10 The Record Thursday, August 12, 2021 ‘Amadeus’ Opens Friday follow on the 22nd as necessary. Children of Eden tells the story of the Book of Genesis from the Events Calendar At Weathervane Theatre Creation to Noah & The Great Flood. “This incredible musical tells its wonderful tales in an accessible way and centers on the universal Have an arts, entertainment Concert Series: Stephen Kel- WHITEFIELD, N.H. — Peter Shaffer’s Tony- and Oscar-winning themes of love, loss, betrayal, family, and the struggles we all face as & culture event you’d like to logg. 6 p.m. Spruce Peak, 7412 play Amadeus opens Friday, Aug. 13 and runs in alternating repertory we look to find our place in this world,” says Upstage Players Manag- see here? Submit events at Mountain Rd., Stowe, Vt. For through Sept. 1 at the Weathervane Theatre. ing Artistic Director Andrew Lidestri. caledonianrecord.com more info visit sprucepeak. In Amadeus, the composer Antonio Salieri (Robert H. Fowler) must This show is a great opportunity for aspiring actors of all ages,” he — — — — — — com/concerts. $$$-$$$$ come to terms with the greater genius of the bratty but God-gifted added. “Upstage is a welcoming and nondiscriminatory organization, PRICE KEY: $ - Under $10; Limp Bizkit: Rock. Bank of younger composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Jorge Donoso) - but and Children of Eden in particular is seeking an incredibly diverse and $$ - $10 to $29; $$$ - $30 to New Hampshire Pavillion. For not before setting out to destroy him. Equal parts costume drama, res- inclusive cast. We encourage community members to attend regard- $49; $$$$ - $50 & up more info visit banknhpavilion. toration comedy and murder mystery, this modern classic is a wild ride less of age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, — — — — — — com. $$$-$$$$ through the trials and tribulations of genius, jealousy, and revenge. disability, and/or experience. This story is told actively by an ensemble Thursday, Aug. 12 PERFORMANCE Headlining the play are Weathervane alums Jorge Donoso (Mo- of ‘storytellers’ whose speech, song, and movement will create a vi- MUSIC The Good, The Bad & zart), Robert H. Fowler (Salieri), and Marisa Kirby (Constanze). brant world and exciting story. There is so much opportunity.” Lisbon Summer Con- The Cool: Family-friendly, Designing both the sets and costumes for this period piece with a Interested actors are asked to prepare a short song they know well, cert Series: DC3. 6 p.m. Lis- kid-centric show presented twist is Weathervane’s longtime resident designer Rien Schlecht. “The preferably from musical theatre repertoire. Please bring sheet music. bon-Landaff Shared Ministry, by the Patchwork Players. 10 opportunity to work on a play here is exciting because there’s time for Singing with accompaniment preferred. An accompanist will be pro- 25 Central St., Lisbon, N.H. a.m. The Omni Mount Wash- people to notice the small things,” said Shlecht. “The smaller details vided. Actors may be asked to do some movement and/or read from Farmers market and conces- ington Resort, Bretton Woods, are my favorite part of designing. The intimacy with which I can de- the script. “Come prepared to move,” encouraged Lidestri. sions available. For more info N.H. For more info visit www. sign a play and know those details will be noticed is what excites me. Directed by Lidestri, Children of Eden will be choreographed by visit facebook.com/Lisbon- weathervanenh.org. $ Coupled with arguably the most beautiful period in history AND an Madalyn Sheehy and Lidestri, with music direction by Marie Sny- mainstreeetinc Kinky Boots: Charlie is a excellent story - it’s a dream come true for me.” der. All roles are open. Full character breakdown is available on our Lake Morey Resort Wa- factory owner struggling to In addition to direction by Weathervane Artistic Director Ethan website. The show will rehearse and perform at the Littleton Opera terfront Concert Series: Sean save his family business. Lola Paulini and scenic/costume design and production management by House. Rehearsals begin Aug. 25 and performance dates, Oct. 29-31, Kelly of The Samples. 8 p.m. is a fabulous entertainer with Schlecht, Weathervane’s production of Amadeus features design by and Nov. 5-7. Free admission. Lake More a wildly exciting idea. With a Hayley Christensen (sound design and associate production manage- Resort, 82 Clubhouse Rd., little compassion and a lot of ment), Scout Hough (lighting design), Ellen Houlden (properties de- Fairlee, Vt. For more info visit understanding, this unexpect- sign), and Hillary Jeffers (wig design). 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Magenta capped at 48% and socially distanced throughout the theatre. The the- doors: Afghan Cycles on Thursday, Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Directed by atre has a new HVAC/Air Purification System that filters the air and Sarah Menzies, Afghan Cycles follows a new generation of young Af- provides heat and air conditioning. Masks are required for unvaccinat- ghan women cyclists, and uses the bicycle to tell a story of women’s ed patrons and complimentary masks are available on premises. rights – human rights – and the struggles faced by Afghan women on

Yellow Black a daily basis, from discrimination to abuse, to the oppressive silencing Upstage Players Set Audition, Rehearsal of their voices in all aspects of contemporary society. The women featured in Afghan Cycles ride despite cultural barriers, FEATURE FILMS: FRI–TUES: 7:30, WED: 5:30 (Buddy Night) Times For ‘Children From Eden’ despite lacking infrastructure, and despite death threats, embracing the SPECIAL FILM EVENTS: 7:30 unless otherwise indicated. power and freedom that comes with the sport. “A much more com- HI Listening & VI Audio Narration Devices accessibility systems LITTLETON, N.H. — Upstage Players recently announced audi- plex, multi-layered portrait of Afghanistan than has been seen in the are available for movies. Please ask at the Concessions counter. tions for its fall production of the Stephen Schwartz’ musical Children West for many a year,” says film critic Jennie Kermode (Eye for Film). * COVID-19 Protocol: Masks are required entering and moving around of Eden will be held at the Littleton Opera House, Thursday, Aug 19 The REEL Outdoors series is sponsored by North Country Climb- the theatre. When seated, masks may be removed to enjoy the show. from 6-8:30 p.m., and Sunday, Aug 22 from 1-4 p.m. Callbacks to ing Center, and The Colonial’s community partner for this screening is REEL Outdoors: Afghan Cycles Bethlehem Trails Association (BTA). BTA’s mission is to provide hu- Now Playing at Weathervane Theatre! man-powered recreation opportunities that promote sustainable tour- THURS, AUG. 12, 7:30 Following a new generation of young Afghan women cyclists, Afghan ism and encourage and nurture an active lifestyle. Learn more about Cycles uses the bicycle to tell a story of women’s rights – human rights BTA’s work at the screening or bethlehemtrails.org. – and the struggles faced by Afghan women on a daily basis. Scales AUG. 13, 14 & 16-18 Director: Shahad Ameen, SXSW Official Selection, Winner: Venice Film EliminatesEliminates high Festival, Arabic with English subtitles A fishing village is governed by a dark tradition: every family must give heatingheating bills.bills. one daughter to the mermaid-like sea creatures that inhabit the waters. Up ttoo White Mountain Cinema Camp Screening $2500* SUN, AUG. 15, 7:30 IInstantnstant RRebateebate Student Film Exposé. A screening of student films following the one- TThehe Classic EEdgedge is the perperfectffeect ccombinationombination week filmmaking intensive White Mountain Cinema Camp: Script to of pperformanceerformance and valuevalue Screen workshop.

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Thursday, August 12, 2021 The Record 15 Obituaries Sally Mancino She will be remembered for her sense of the importance of a commitment to being a Jan. 21, 1949 - July 27, 2021 purpose, support, strength, her faith in God, member of a team, and a drive for continual In loving memory of Sally Mancino who and for her love of life, laughter and all the joy improvement. His home was always open to passed along, in her home in Walnut Creek, that revolved around her children, grandchil- students in need as well as his spaghetti feasts, BGCNC is seeking energetic candidates to Calif., at the age of 72. Shew was born on Jan. dren, family and friends. and multiple trips to Gorham to bring back work as Youth Development Professionals 21, 1949. Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Mon- Mary’s Pizza. in our After-School Program. Counselors will be responsible for Sally was a be- day, Aug. 9, at Oakmont Memorial Park in A talented ath- supervising Club members in a variety of creative, physical, loved mom, friend, Lafayette, CA 94549. lete himself, Rich and artistic activities, as well as assist students with homework. excelled at all Applicants must be 16 years of age or older. Hours will be nana and more! Monday – Friday, 230pm – 6pm. She was a resident Richard Earle Millen high school sports of Franconia, N.H., “Coach” Richard Earle Millen, 84, died and played base- BGCNC is also seeking a Van Driver and a loving and unexpectedly at his family home in Little- ball at Plymouth who will be responsible for transporting children in our club van. extremely caring ton, N.H., on April 17, 2021. He was born State College. He Applicants must be 25 years of age or older and hold a valid driver’s mother to Mary to Ralph Goodall Millen and Myrtle Lavinia could be found at license with a clean driving record. Hours for driving positions Apthorp Common, will be Monday – Friday, 2pm – 3pm. Ellen, Kevin and Williams on April 4, 1937. Rich is survived Alex Mancino. by his brother Stanley Robert Millen, and Remich Park, the Interviews occurring now. Apply today! Most will remem- Sally Mancino wife Elaine; sister, Colonel (Ret) Sarah Mil- high school gym Richard Millen Contact Sandy Brackett, 603-838-5954 or ber her as the own- len Nordquist; daughter Heidi Millen Holmes, and on the fairways [email protected] er of Not Just Desserts Bakery in Littleton, and husband Allen; son Gregory Todd Millen, at Maplewood. Many athletes will recall him N.H., creating and baking delicious desserts, and wife Sadie; grandchildren: Abby Millen, asking them if they liked “chicken pie”. breads, pies, cakes and catering local wed- Garret Millen, Allie Millen, Grady Millen; He will be remembered as a simple caring dings, birthdays, and celebrations for the lo- and great-grandchild Parker Lizza. man; an avid outdoorsman, hunter, fisherman, STAFF WANTED cals near-and far! Rich, a lifelong resident of Littleton, grad- a ski patroller at Cannon Mountain and a re- She moved to California to be closer to her uated from Littleton High School and Plym- spected and loved mentor to many. After School Program children, became a nurse, traveled the world outh State College, and went on to work as a At the request of Coach Millen, there will (she loved cruises), and enjoyed spending as teacher and coach at Littleton High School for be no funeral services. A private burial service much time as possible with her children and over 35 years. will take place in Greensboro, Vt., at Rich’s Cyan Staff Responsibilities: especially her six grandchildren: Chase and A gifted coach, he touched the lives of request, resting beside his wife Judy Parker Cyan Walker (Mancino) Dudum, Alicia and Adam many students and athletes providing en- Millen.

Magenta ✹ A Littleton High school scholarship will be Organize Activities Mancino and Malia and Domi Mancino. couragement and motivation, while instilling Magenta created in his memory. ✹ Supervise kids ✹ Have fun! Yellow Black shows-and-events/levitt-amp- iconic Bread & Puppet Cir- before setting out to destroy Yellow Black Events st-johnsbury-music-series/ cuses that began at Goddard him. 7:30 p.m. Weathervane Additional Information: Continued from Page 13 Bethlehem Gazebo Con- College in 1970. Stilt dancers, Theatre, 389 Lancaster Rd., certs: Singer-songwriter Adam paper mache beasts, a riotous Whitefield, N.H. For more info We operate from 2:30 - 5:00 pet Theater, 753 Heights Road, Reczek. 6 p.m. Bethlehem Ga- brass band and more. A color- visit www.weathervanenh.org. Glover, Vt. For more info visit zebo, Main Street, Bethlehem, ful spectacle of protest and cel- $$-$$$ We are located at Lakeway Elementary breadandpuppet.org. $$ N.H. Free admission. ebration. 3 p.m. Bread & Pup- Tuesday, Aug. 17 School EVENTS North Country Chamber pet Theater, 753 Heights Road, PERFORMANCE We are open Monday - Friday Kamik 5K: Race & walk Players: Antonin Dvorak’s Glover, Vt. For more info visit Halloween Mystery Show: begin at 10 a.m. Prizes at Terzetto and complementary breadandpuppet.org. $$ Family-friendly, kid-centric 11:15. Live entertainment, Please contact Kristi Hucksoll for an application or works by Cherubini and Le EVENTS show presented by the Patch- lunch and beer tent at 11:30 questions/concerns. Beouf. 4 p.m. Dow Park Pa- 2021 Subaru “Climb To work Players. 11 a.m. Live a.m. Follows the former Ten- Email: [email protected] vilion, Franconia, N.H. Free The Clouds”: Festival area streamed. For more info visit der 5K course with a start/fin- Phone: 603-991-9980 admission, donations appreci- and paddock open Aug. 13, www.weathervanenh.org. $ ish at 571 Industrial Park Rd., ated. For more info visit north- practice on Aug. 14, race day Amadeus: The composer Littleton, N.H. For more info countrychamberplayers.org on Aug. 15. Mt. Washington Antonio Salieri must come to or to register visit kamik5k.org Mountain Music & Arts Auto Road, Gorham, N.H. For terms with the greater genius 2021 Subaru “Climb To Festival: Three-day festival ticket, schedule and spectator of the bratty but God-gifted The Clouds”: Festival area (Aug. 13-15) featuring Adam info visist mt-washington.com/ younger composer, Wolfgang and paddock open Aug. 13, Ezra Group, Sly Richard, West climb-to-the-clouds Amadeus Mozart — but not practice on Aug. 14, race day End Blend, The Quins, and Monday, Aug. 16 before setting out to destroy on Aug. 15. Mt. Washington more. Melody Mountain Farm, PERFORMANCE him. 7:30 p.m. Weathervane Auto Road, Gorham, N.H. For 161 Lake Tarleton Rd., War- Halloween Mystery Show: Theatre, 389 Lancaster Rd., ticket, schedule and spectator ren, N.H. For more info visit Family-friendly, kid-centric Whitefield, N.H. For more info info visist mt-washington.com/ melodymountainfarm.com show presented by the Patch- visit www.weathervanenh.org. climb-to-the-clouds Herman’s Hermits star- work Players. 10 a.m. The $$-$$$ Sunday, Aug. 15 ring Peter Noone: British Omni Mount Washington Re- Wednesday, Aug. 18 MUSIC Invasion hit-makers. 7:30 sort, Bretton Woods, N.H. For PERFORMANCE Levitt AMP St. Johnsbury p.m. The Flying Monkey, 39 more info visit www.weather- Halloween Mystery Show: Music Series at Dog Moun- S. Main St., Plymouth, N.H. vanenh.org. $ Family-friendly, kid-centric tain: Blue/funk/gospel per- For more info visit flyingmon- Amadeus: The composer show presented by the Patch- former Rev. Osagyefo Sekou. keynh.com. $$$-$$$$ Antonio Salieri must come to work Players. 11 a.m. The 5 to 7 p.m. Dog Mountain, PERFORMANCE terms with the greater genius Colonial Theatre, 2050 Main 143 Parks Rd., St. Johnsbury, Our Domestic Resurrec- of the bratty but God-gifted St., Bethlehem, N.H. For more Vt. Free admission. Fore more tion Circus: A brand new younger composer, Wolfgang info visit www.weathervanenh. info visit catamountarts.org/ show in the tradition of the Amadeus Mozart — but not org. $ A16

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