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Volume 122 ■ Number 46 ■ www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com THE RECORD ENTERPRISE, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2011 [email protected] ■ 603.536.1311 ■ 75 Cents Solemn ceremony salutes and celebrates local veterans Marcia Morris [email protected] ans for their patriotism, their willingness to serve and sacrifice for our coun- PLYMOUTH—A large try,” said Scarborough. crowd assembled in front of “This year,we share a sense Town Hall to greet the of hope and joy as we look “eleventh hour of the forward to the return of our eleventh day of the service members who are eleventh month” on a coming home from Iraq.” bright, brisk, windswept As is traditional, Chap- Veterans Day morning, to lain Leonard Sawyer gave honor and salute all the the invocation, giving many men and women who thanks for the blessings of have served our country peace and freedom that we and our community wear- enjoy in our community, ing the uniform of the Unit- and asking for blessings for ed States military. our returning troops, that It was a solemn ceremony, they may receive all the punctuated with moving support they need, and have musical tributes provided earned, to make a success- by the Baker Valley Band ful transition to civilian and the Plymouth Elemen- life. tary School Band, under the Keynote speaker for the direction of Don Williams. observance was Major John Plymouth Select Board Boyle (USMC, ret.), who MARCIA MORRIS Chairperson and U.S. Ma- took time out to especially Plymouth’s Poet, Kate Donahue, reads from her original work “For Our Veterans” during observances at Town Hall on Friday morning, as Chaplain rine Corps veteran Val recognize all of Plymouth’s Leonard Sawyer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Plymouth Board of Selectmen Chairperson, Val Scarborough, looks on. Scarborough hosted the veterans, including such lo- event, and welcomed all the cal heroes as Daniel Berg, Steve Temperino, who Kuwait 20 years ago during many,many others. their service, and we are so many Plymouth veterans, who, as a 17-year-old Ply- served in the sands of Desert Storm... as well as “We are so thankful for SEE VETERANS PAGE A18 family members, and sup- mouth High School gradu- porters to the annual obser- ate, stormed the beaches at vances. Normandy in WWII; Dave BRENDAN BERUBE “We can all be proud of Moorhead, who braved the Like father, like our community for coming jungles of Vietnam; and son together to honor our veter- Plymouth Police Chief Sixth grader Perrin Joslin’s pride in his father’s military service was on full display when Street light study he decided to sport one of the elder Joslin’s dress tunics during Plymouth Elementary School’s underway in Plymouth Veterans Day assembly last Marcia Morris Thursday morning. street lights in town, and [email protected] switching over from high PLYMOUTH—There may wattage fixtures to L.E.D. Football be a cheaper,more efficient lighting where possible. way to light up the night. For the lighting commit- legend Doug That is the conclusion tee, Whitman reported that that representatives of the the team found as many as Flutie hosting Plymouth Municipal Lighting Subcommittee SEE PLYMOUTH PAGE A16 autism aware- presented to the selectmen in a preliminary report de- Holiday ness event livered at the regular board meeting Monday night. PLYMOUTH — One of The Lighting Subcom- means early New England’s biggest mittee was established by sports legends is coming to the Plymouth Energy Com- deadlines PSU to raise awareness and mission in January 2011, Due to the Thanksgiving funding in the fight against and has recently completed holiday, next week’s edi- autism. a comprehensive inventory tion of the Plymouth Doug Flutie, Heisman of all street lights in the Record Enterprise will be Trophy winning quarter- Town of Plymouth. published a day earlier back of the Boston College The inventory, a product than usual, on Wednesday, There’s no time like the present! Eagles and the NFL’s New of countless hours of field Nov.23. England Patriots, will host work and research by com- In view of the change in Sign up now for the Plymouth Holiday Hometown Parade “Flutie Fest,” Sunday, Nov. mittee members Steve our publication schedule, 20, on the campus of Ply- Whitman, David Lorman the deadlines for submis- Marcia Morris most) the most wonderful whirlwind of events, start- mouth State University. All and Larry Mauchly, is the sions have also been [email protected] time of the year! ing with a joyous celebra- proceeds from the series of first step in putting togeth- moved up 24 hours. Sub- Each year, the holiday tion known as the Ply- events will benefit the Doug er a proposal for reducing missions for the Business, PLYMOUTH—It’s (al- season kicks off with a SEE PARADE PAGE A18 Flutie, Jr. Foundation for costs and conserving ener- Health & Fitness, and Autism. gy by eliminating any un- Church News sections are Autism is a developmen- necessary or redundant due this afternoon tal disorder that appears in (Thursday, Nov. 17) at 4 the first three years of life, p.m., and any press releas- and affects the brain's nor- Index es for the Local News, mal development of social ■ Schools, or Arts & Enter- and communication skills. tainment sections, as well BUSINESS.............................B11 SEE FLUTIEFEST PAGE A17 CALENDAR OF EVENTS ..........B6-7 as letters to the editor and CHURCH NEWS ..........B12-13,20 obituaries, must be sub- CLASSIFIEDS ....................B14-18 mitted no later than noon HEALTH,SR., FITNESS. ........B8-10 on Monday, Nov. 21 to be OBITUARIES..........................A12 considered for publica- OPINION ............................A6-7 tion in next week’s issue. SPORTS ..............................B1-5 The offices of the TALK OF THE TOWNS .......A8-9,13 Record Enterprise at 5 Wa- ter St. in Meredith will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24 in observance of the holi- MARCIA MORRIS day, but will re-open at 8 The deadline is fast approaching to register for the ever popular Plymouth Holiday Hometown Parade. a.m. on Friday,Nov.25. Everyone is invited to join the fun with a festive float or marching contingent from your local organization or club. This year’s big parade will take place on Dec. 3. For information, call Kelly at 536-8228. Serving: Alexandria ■ Ashland ■ Bridgewater ■ Bristol ■ Campton ■ Danbury ■ Dorchester ■ Ellsworth ■ Groton ■ Hebron ■ Holderness ■ New Hampton ■ Plymouth ■ Rumney ■ South Danbury ■ Thornton ■ Warren ■ Waterville Valley ■ Wentworth ■ West Rumney Local News A2 THE RECORD ENTERPRISE, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ■ Plymouth Curves celebrates 10 years in business Marcia Morris which make us different, simple heart rate check always totally fun,” said one so special deals and a low [email protected] and just right for certain every eight minutes to meas- satisfied customer. “You monthly membership rate people,” explained Puffer. ure how we are doing. It is a never get bored.” of $38, or less if you want to PLYMOUTH—There are “We are for women only. simple system that has ad- In addition to the regular sign up for six months in ad- so many ways to be healthy That is important for a lot of vantages for a lot of people.” circuit workout, Curves of- vance. During the month of and fit in Plymouth and the people who might find a The entire atmosphere at fers weekly yoga, Zumba November, the community surrounding region. There more traditional gym or fit- Curves is welcoming and classes and a walking group. spirited folks at Curves is are gyms and fitness pro- ness facility out of their fun. Dozens of members Some women find they stop overing to waive the sign up grams, aquatic wellness op- comfort zone. And cus- turned out for the celebrato- by just to stretch out on the fee for anyone who will do- tions, dance studios and tomers can also come in at ry event, and spoke enthusi- equipment “because it feels nate a turkey or grocery gift walking groups, yoga and any time to work out. So, if astically about what a so good,” even if they don’t care to the Warren Food tai chi offerings, not to men- you happen to be running “blast” it is to work out with have time or the inclination Pantry. It is a great way to tion skating, skiing and hik- late, or just want to stop by other women at the fitness to complete the whole cir- say express gratitude. ing opportunities galore. on route to do your grocery studio. It is a fast paced cuit. As the holidays are upon But one of the easiest and shopping, you can still stop workout, with 30-second in- “You get out of it what you us, it is also possible to give most popular ways to gear in. You don’t have to worry tervals at the dozen or so sta- put into it,” was the consen- the gift of fitness to those up to tackle those majestic that you might miss class or tions on the circuit, with sus. who we love. What better MARCIA MORRIS mountain peaks, or perhaps be late. We are here all the “recovery stations” in be- Curves offers a free trial way to usher in the new year I am woman, hear me roar! The the multiple marathons we time.” tween to keep you at an even first week for anyone who is than with a gift certificate to 30-minute circuit training work- enjoy in abundance in the Puffer says that Curves is keel. unsure about whether the Curves, a passport to a new out at Curves makes it easy and local area, is to stop off for a great for women at all levels “It is the fastest half hour Curves fitness studio is and better way of life.