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ESTABLISHED SEPTEMBER 11, 1838 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 75¢ Selectmen push P.J. Noyes building project forward BY TARA GILES ize downtown Lancast- Noyes building on Main is an advisory group grants that others may before they can proceed. [email protected] er. Julie Renaud Evans, Street. of individuals in Lan- not be able to obtain. A motion was made by program Director of Evans explained that caster who are working The application for Leon Rideout and sec- LANCASTER — On Northern Forest Cen- this is a non-profit orga- with the Northern For- the Parker J. Noyes onded by Leo Enos to ap- May 20, the Lancaster ter presented the Board nization that works in est Center on in town building is due this prove the project and to Board of Selectman vot- with a slide show, high- collaboration with other projects. Because her month, and needed the give authority to Town ed to approve a project lighting the work being groups to help aid in re- association is non-profit, signature of the Town that would help revital- done on the Parker J. building towns. There they are able to receive Manager and the Board Project, PAGE ­­­A11

Courtesy On May 24, the Cadets from the White Mountains Regional High School Army JROTC program participated in their annual Adopt A Highway clean-up project. The group removed 91 bags of litter along a three mile stretch on Route 3 between Whitefield and Lancaster. SRO’s meet Groveton High School announces with school top Honors recipients GROVETON — Lisa Perras, Principal of board Groveton High School, along with administra- BY TARA GILES tion and faculty, are [email protected] proud and pleased to announce the Valedicto- WHITEFIELD — On Monday, May 28, local Stu- rian, Salutatorian, and dent Resource Officers addressed the WMRSD Third Honors recipient school board. Patrick Carr, the SRO for White Moun- for the graduating class tains Regional High School, along with Whitefield of 2019. Elementary School’s SRO, Jen Lemoine, brought This year’s Valedicto- the board and those in attendance up to date as the rian is Brooke Routhier. Brooke Routhier Khaley Styles Lauryn St. Cyr school year comes to a close. Brooke is the daughter of of their family’s success- she will study Pre-Med School for the highest The two officers described what their individual Dino and Bobbie Routhi- ful business, Routhier in the intended field of overall GPA along with day to day duties are, and explained how the two po- er of Bloomfield, Vt. She and Sons Farm. Brooke Anesthesiology. Brooke the honor of Granite sitions are vastly different given the age of the stu- has resided there her is the Green and Gold is awarded the Academ- State Conference 1st dents. whole life, and has been recipient at the Univer- ic Excellence award in Carr said, “One benefit in developing a good rap- a contributing member sity of Vermont where 2019 from Groveton High Honors PAGE ­­­A11 port with the kids, is that they’ll confide in me, so it’s worked out really well. We haven’t had one physical altercation all year, and it wasn’t because it wasn’t going to happen, it was because we were able to quell Whitefield included in NH’s Adventure Trail it quickly, and the kids worked it out.” Trying to keep students safe and imploring them BY ANGEL LARCOM a cross-state system of ture Trail, touches nine lo-tourism. In 2002, she to make good choices is a top priority. [email protected] bike trails that extend different towns, includ- retired from a career “Kids are letting me know when their friends are WHITEFIELD — from Woodsville to Beth- ing Whitefield. in biotechnology and in trouble. They’re looking out for each other and Marianne Borowski has el, Maine. The 83-mile An avid cyclist, rode her bicycle across really taking care of one another,” said Carr. spent nearly the last route, called the Cross Borowski is well-versed the country, starting in The two also discussed the safety and security of two years developing New Hampshire Adven- in the concept of cyc- Everett, Washington the school buildings and where they are advancing and ending in Glouces- in that aspect. ter, Massachusetts nine Carr said, “We’re ahead of a lot of schools in that regard, who actually have more money than us. We Trail, PAGE ­­­A11 are very involved and passionate about the safety of our school.” Staff members are being trained in critical inci- INDEX dent drills and according to Carr, are feeling safer Business Directory...... B6 and more empowered. Calendar...... B7 Lemoine and Carr each identified the fact that they have a role in being the connection between the Classified...... B7-9 school, the kids and the outside world. Editorials & Letters.....A4-5 At WES, Lemoine is finishing up her first year as Obituaries...... A2 the school’s SRO. Real Estate...... A15 Carr said, “At first, we wondered how busy she would be, but in fact, she’s been super busy.” Sports...... B1-4 Lemoine teaches the D.A.R.E program and just graduated students last Thursday. Courtesy Given the age difference between high school and The Cross New Hampshire Adventure Trail utilizes the scenic Presidential Rail Trail as a part elementary school aged students, Lemoine said she of the route across the North Country of New Hampshire. The Presidential Rail Trail starts SRO’s, PAGE ­­­A11 at the Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge in Whitefield and travels east for 19 miles to Gorham. A2 Coös County Democrat WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 ••• Services planned for Harry and Bruce Biron Services held for Evelyn Goudreau COLEBROOK – A memorial Mass for Evelyn B. Goudreau, 79, who died on WEST STEWARTSTOWN — A graveside committal service with military Aug. 23, 2018, will be held on Friday, June 7, at 11 a.m. at St. Brendan’s Catholic honors for Harry E. Biron, 78, who died on Jan. 5; and for his son, Bruce A. Bi- Church in Colebrook. A committal service will immediately follow in St. Bren- ron, who died on Dec. 13, 2017, will be held on Fri., June 7, at 3 p.m. in St. Albert’s dan’s Cemetery. Catholic Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Mrs. Goudreau may be made to the Kiwanis Foundation, for the benefit of the Peter Goudreau, Sr. Memorial Fund, Expressions of sympathy in memory of Bruce may be sent to the Colebrook P.O. Box 241, Colebrook, NH 03576. Booster Club, P.O. Box 352, Colebrook, NH 03576; and for Harry to the North Arrangements are under the direction of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home American Martyrs’ Parish for the benefit of St. Albert Church, c/o 55 Pleasant in Colebrook. St., Colebrook, NH 03576. Arrangements are under the direction of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home Services planned for Joan Kenney in Colebrook. GROVETON – A graveside committal service for Joan V. Kenney, 71, who died Feb. 15, 2019, will be held Saturday, June 8 at 11 a.m. in Northumberland Cemetery. Rev. Richard Boyden, pastor of the Christ United Methodist Church, Services planned for Annette Blais Lancaster, will officiate. LEMINGTON – A memorial Mass for Annette E. Blais, 88, who died on Jan. Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home in Lancaster. 18, will be held on Saturday, June 8, at 11 a.m. at St. Brendan’s Catholic Church Please go to www.baileyfh.net for more information or to send an online condo- in Colebrook. A committal service will immediately follow in St. Brendan’s lence. Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Mrs. Blais may be made to the Cath- Services held for Rick Serven olic Women’s Club of St. Brendan’s, c/o 55 Pleasant Street, Colebrook, NH 03576. STRATFORD — Fredrick “Rick” Charles Serven, 71, of North Stratford died peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, at Weeks Medical Center in Lancast- Arrangements are under the direction of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home er due to complications of Leukemia, with his lifelong love, Sally by his side. in Colebrook. A Celebration of Rick’s Life was held on Saturday, June 1, 2019, starting at noon at the Stratford Hollow Pavillion, family and friends are invited to come and Services planned for John Doherty enjoy some, good food and good memories. TWIN MOUNTAIN — John J. “Oscar” Doherty, formerly of Dorchester, died suddenly Feb. 17, 2019. Shirley Ann Beliveau, 72 Beloved husband of Susan A. (Spencer) Doherty, GROVETON — Shir- Paul); numerous nieces, loving father of John J. Doherty, Jr. and Stephen M. ley Ann (Robinson Be- nephews and cousins. liveau, 72, of State Street, Calling hours were Doherty, both of Dorchester, devoted “Papa” of Ala- died peacefully on May held on Saturday, June nah, Areanna, Alyssa, and Aleah, son of Mary (Beck) 28, 2019, at her residence 1, 2019, from 4-6 p.m. at Doherty of Dorchester and the late William J. Doherty, after a sudden illness. the Armstrong-Char- he is survived by many other relatives and friends. Shirley was born on ron Funeral Home in A graveside committal service, with military hon- Feb. 1, 1947, in Lancast- Groveton. A funeral ors by the U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard, will be er, a daughter of the service followed at 6 held at St. Margaret Cemetery, St. Margaret’s Street, late Frederick and Al- p.m. at the funeral home ice (Gardner) Robinson. with Fr. Daniel Deveau Twin Mountain, on Saturday, June 8, at noon. Rela- John Doherty She was employed as of the St. Francis Xavi- tives and friends invited to attend. a sales clerk for thir- er Church, officiating. Arrangements by the Murphy Funeral teen years at Perras Ace In lieu of flowers, Home, Dorchester. and Party Store. Shir- Shirley Beliveau memorial donations ley was a hard worker may be made in Shir- and loved traveling. her three grandsons, ley’s name to the Riv- She is survived by Jonathan Beliveau of erside Animal Rescue; Services planned for Betty Paradis her husband of 51 Mooresville, N.C., Blake 236 Riverside Ave.; years, Dennis Beliveau Beliveau of Dunn, N.C., Lunenburg, VT 05906. GROVETON — Elizabeth “Betty” Jean (Hartford) Paradis, of Groveton; her three and Isaac Beliveau of To send the family 89, of First Street, Groveton, and formerly of Mollybrook Drive, daughters, Sandy Potter Northfield; her “Moose your condolences via Stark, died peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2019, at her daugh- and husband David of baby,” Louie; three sis- the online register book, ter’s home after a lengthy illness surrounded by her loving family. North Stratford, Tam- ters, Fredrica Jewett, please visit, www.arm- my Beliveau of North- Brenda Stinson, and strongcharronfuneral- Inurnment will be on June 7, 2019, at 11 a.m. in the Summer St. Cemetery in Lancaster. Tina Collier; six broth- In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations to be field, and Khristina Be- home.com. liveau of Northfolk, Va.; ers (Edward, Edmund, made in Betty’s name to either the North Country Hospice and Home Dana, Mike, Mark and Health; 566 Cottage St.; Littleton, NH 03561 or the Groveton Ambu- lance Corp.; C/O Sandra Mason; 7 Arlington Ave.; Groveton, NH 03582. Shirley Ann Bunnell, 75 To send the family your condolences, please visit, www.armstrongcharronfu- COLEBROOK — great-grandchildren; neralhome.com. Shirley Ann Bunnell, her brother-in-law, Bill 75, of Colebrook, passed Brooks of Colebrook; as away at the Coös County well as several nieces Nursing Home in Berlin and nephews. on Friday evening, May She was predeceased 24, 2019, from long-term by her first husband, ~SAU #58~ complications and years Lewis “Bucky” Roy; a of struggling with diabe- sister, Francese Brooks; NOTICE OF tes. and brother-in-law, Da- She was born on May vid Goulette. MEETINGS 19, 1944, in West Stew- There were no public artstown, the younger calling hours. A grave- JUNE 2019 daughter of the late Ju- side service was held on lius J. and Dorothy E. Friday morning, May SAU#58 BOARD (Lunderville) Sweeney. Shirley Bunnell 31, at 10 a.m. in the Cole- Groveton High School Shirley worked in brook Village Cemetery. her mother and sister. Library Manchester for a period Expressions of sym- of time, and also at the She leaves behind pathy in memory of Shir- Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Ethan Allen factory in her husband of 40 years, ley may be made to one’s 5:00PM Beecher Falls. She was Clifford Bunnell of choice of the Two Riv- Nonpublic Board Meeting a very talented floral Colebrook; step-chil- ers Ride for Cancer, c/o arranger and enjoyed dren Peter L. Bunnell of R. Ferns, 53 Spring St., working locally at the Beecher Falls, Vt., Don- Colebrook, NH; or to the NORTHUMBERLAND Flower Basket and the na Estes and husband Coos Animal Sanctuary, Blossom Shop. She also Ted of Bloomfield, Vt., P.O. Box 345, Colebrook, SCHOOL BOARD enjoyed working at the and David Bunnell and NH 03576. Groveton High School Coös County Nursing partner Julie St. Onge Condolences may be Library Hospital as a CNA until of West Stewartstown; offered to the family on- three grandchildren, Tuesday, June 11, 2019 her health prohibited line by going to www. her from doing it. Felecia Dobson and hus- jenkinsnewman.com. 6:00PM – Board Meeting She loved working in band Craig of Louisville, Funeral arrange- her flower gardens and N.Y., Laura Thibodeau ments are entrusted to greenhouse, planting and husband Marcel of the care of Jenkins & STRATFORD flower boxes and win- Canaan, Vt., and Peter N. Newman Funeral Home, SCHOOL BOARD dow boxes for many of Bunnell of Canaan; nine Colebrook. Stratford Public School the camp owners in Pitts- burg, playing golf and Wednesday, June 12, 2019 cards, dancing, and she 6:00PM – Board Meeting loved to bake cookies, cakes and pies. Shirley loved traveling and en- joyed a Caribbean cruise and vacations to Prince Edward Island with her husband, and she cherished a month-long southern trip taken with

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Postmaster: Send address changes to Coös County Democrat, P.O. Box 29, Lancaster, N.H. 03584 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 Coös County Democrat A3 ••• JEFFERSON Wilma Corrigan | 586-4488 Four Seasons A notice came in wanting to let the general pub- as the light of duty to our country, the light of love lic know that the July 4th fireworks will be shown and a star and sparkle type candles were used for Landscaping on the eve of July 3 at the Waumbek Golf Course memory, the light of Liberty, a light for the service- at dusk with activities for the very young to enjoy. men from Jefferson and as a thank you to all who By - Leo Enos Parade on the fourth. have served in the armed forces. Here all the stu- On Thursday evening, May 23, the Jefferson dents sang ‘America the Beautiful’ while Isabelle • Fence installation • Bobcat & Dump Truck Services Town Hall was at least three quarters full of view- Nadeau played a Uke and sister Ivy drew a poster of • Beds weeded, edged & mulched • Hardscape & Landscape ers to enjoy Kids Connection’s Memorial Day Pro- the American flag. A small puppy was brought on • Gravel driveways graded and/or Installation gram of “Coming Home-The Forgotten War.” (the stage in a cage while the students sang Patti Page’s war going on in Korea). There were 14 students per- ‘Doggie in the Window’ with the help of Aly Nadeau, resurfaced & rolled • Comprehensive Hydro-Seedling forming the story. Before the program a Mr. Going Adi ledger and Lily Sentz, and pictures of the three System was called to the stage to make a special announce- soldiers were placed on the table beside the three so ment to Peyton Qualter, a student he has been called caskets, and a Bible. PROFESSIONAL LAWN Free Estimates • Fully Insured teaching beginner’s Latin for a few years. Followed were the ‘interviews’ with three ser- MAINTENANCE 31 years experience She took an exam on what she has learned so vicemen from our area who served in the Korean far and passed it with an above average score of War. One student was the serviceman while the 38 out of 40 correct answers (average is 30 correct other was the interviewer. Information from Vet- 788-0999 • Lancaster, NH out of 40). She was given a certificate of merit and erans Roy Birard, Robert Herman and Seth Presby a purple ribbon for achievement. Congratulations was given. This ended with the song of ‘The Brave’ Peyton for studying so hard on a subject that most that thanked all service people for their valor, heart, young students probably wouldn’t attempt. bravery, courage and accomplishments. A little fun The program began with the song “I Love Amer- was had when the students then sang ‘Rag Mop’ a ica” sung by all students, with Rowen Qualter, Evy 1950’s hit song and three students had small mops Nadeau and Adi Ledger doing sign language to it. with pails, props to imitate cleaning floors while the Ethan Downing then began talking about the Kore- students on the stage demonstrated different danc- an War Memorial in Washington, D.C. located near es of the era. Some of the students told of the three the Lincoln Memorial including the inscription on soldiers that came home, their lives at home, what its side. branch of service they served for our country in the Then Korean Veteran Robert Herman offered Korean War and then all students sang, “America a special prayer, followed by students reciting the My Home.” More details were given about the Ko- poem “My Treasure” thanking the U.S. Servicemen rean War Memorial in Washington D.C. Sculpture for fighting for freedom in Korea. Next the song of memorial was Frank Gaylord. There are 19 stain- “All American Me and You’ sung by the students less steel statues that consists of four separate parts. followed by Honor Guards, Ethan Downing, Ben There were 36,000 U.S. Servicemen that died in this Hicks, Preston Downing, Alexis Hicks and Joshua war. The students dressed in silver colored ponchos Ford. A re-enactment of the caskets ‘coming home’ and helmets, then posed to show how the statues last summer with remains of 55 soldiers who died look to give the effect of the Memorial. They did an in Korea over 60 years ago was also performed. The excellent job in all parts of their program. The pro- Honor Guards carried flag-draped boxes represent- gram was closed with the students singing “One Na- ing caskets from the back of the hall to a special tion Under God.” Then Kaden Bailey played “Taps” table in front of the stage as though coming off the that officially needed this great tribute. Thank you plane in Washington, D.C. Here the student playing very much all involved. Vice President Pence welcomed these honored dead veterans back home. Each casket was for a partic- Humor ular soldier who was killed in Korea, and each the You must believe to conquer! God is everywhere. family gave history on them. Army Master Sgt. One evening, Mom asked her young daughter to Charles McDaniel, P.F.C. William H. Jones and Sgt. go to the basement and get a broom. As the shad- Frank J. Suliman. Everyone was asked to stand owy catch-all space was not her favorite place even and follow Preston Downing giving the Pledge of Al- in the daytime, the girl hesitated. legiance and singing the “Star Spangled Banner.” “Don’t Worry,” her mother said, “Jesus is there, A veteran tribute was given by Isabelle Ford, even in the darkness.” Lily Sentz, Aly Nadeau and Isabelle Nadeau. At So, the girl reluctantly took three more steps the front of the stage ‘Shining Lights’ were placed downstairs and then stopped. above the caskets on the table by Preston Downing “Jesus” she called, “if you’re there, would you and Rowan Qualter by battery operated candles, lit hand me the broom?” Fresh young band from Canada coming to Rialto June 12

once we met and started elements of more mod- writing together through ern pop music as well.” this songwriting camp, Tickets for Port Cities’ we just slowly started to Rialto Theatre show on create this bond of cow- Wednesday, June 12 are riting, and making mu- $15 and now on sale at sic together, and singing Fiddleheads, 110 Main together. After three or St. in Colebrook, at the four years of that, we just Rialto Theatre, 80 Main said, why don’t we just St. in Lancaster and at combine forces and start the door on the night one band, and that’s how of the show. Informa- Port Cities got started.” tion on the band can be The band grew up in Cape found on all of the major Breton, Nova Scotia, music services online, Everything on Sale! and today is based out of as well as on Facebook, 5th Wheels • Travel Trailers • Campers Courtesy Halifax. Since its debut, Twitter and on their web- One of the top young Canadian bands making waves on indie the band has swept up a site, www.portcities.ca. and roots-pop radio stations in North America will be coming number of nominations For more information on and awards, including this and other GNWCA to the region at 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 12 when Port Cities several Music Nova Sco- shows, visit www.gnwca. appears in concert at the Rialto Theatre in downtown Lancaster. tia wins for their self-ti- org, find the GNWCA on LANCASTER — One Steven Page, formerly of tled debut album in 2017. Facebook or call 246-8998. of the top young Canadian Barenaked Ladies fame. The album covers an im- bands making waves on Page and Port Cities pressive variety of music indie and roots-pop radio share an agent, as well that seems to cross from stations in North Amer- as a connection within soul to blues to dance- ica will be coming to the Page’s group that worked able rock, defying genre, region at 7 p.m., Wednes- with Port Cities early on. which Breagh says is al- day, June 12 when Port Following the Steven ways a tricky thing. Cities appears in concert Page tour wrap-up at “For the first record, at the Rialto Theatre in the end of the month, especially, I think we downtown Lancaster. Port Cities will begin were all kind of coming “This is something new to make a pass through together, and figuring out for the Great North New England, including what each of us brought Woods Committee for the a performance in Lan- to the table and how to Arts,” said GNWCA Pres- caster. This will be the best combine that. I think ident Charlie Jordan. band’s first substantial when you see us live, you “With Port Cities we’re tour in the U.S., having get a really good sense tapping into a band that’s performed only once be- of what world we’re in. I bring a contemporary fore at the tree lighting think what we always try pop sound that is making in Boston Common in to get across is that the waves on contemporary November two years ago. singing and the songs are music markets. We’re de- The trio of Carleton, Bre- the most important part, lighted to be able to catch agh, and Dylan met at the so like, there’s something them for this one night Gordie Sampson song- so special about harmo- on their current tour.” writing camp in Cape nies, combining voices, The group is made up of Breton several years ago, people singing together, Carleton Stone, Breagh each pursuing solo ca- and that puts in a roots- MacKinnon, and Dylan reers of their own work pop kind of world,” band Guthro, who combine at the time. member Breagh MacK- their voices and their gui- “We were playing in innon said, adding “That tar and piano work to per- each other’s bands,” said being said, we come from form what they describe Breagh, “and with the that sort of folky sing- as “roots pop” music. East Coast music scene er-songwriter kind of The group is currently in being pretty small, we tradition, but we all are the midst of a tour across would often share the big fans of the craft of pop Canada in support of same bills at concerts. So, songwriting, so there’s Paws-a-tive Training FOR RENT & Doggie Day Care 4 Week No Jumping or Pulling Class Stark NH — Section 8 Housing. starting Wednesday, June 19 Available: One bedroom, 1st floor from 6:30 to 7:30 pm 62-years and over, and/or disabled. Free Private Lessons Group Classes In-home Private Lessons Available Behavior Modification laundry and free satellite for all tenants. DAYCARE AVAILABLE Mon., Wed., Fri. 7:30am– 5:30pm No Pets/No Smoking (603) 788-5588 Call Lisa Demers 603-636-1776 www.pawsativetraining.com A4 Coös County Democrat WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 •••

Views and comments Sleep on it That email that just irked you…. The text that made you see red and hit “reply” al- most before you realized you’d done it… The stupid, hurtful or thoughtless remark some- one tossed your way in a conversation that made you instantly upset… These things require an immediate response, don’t they? Are we supposed to let someone email/ text/say things like that and not react to them?? Maybe not. Maybe there is value in not replying right away. It goes against what our “instant” 21st century lifestyle professes, which is that fastest is best: fastest Internet speed; fastest-moving line at the grocery store; fastest roller coaster; quickest and Courtesy best come-back remark. It’s all about being instan- Stark Elementary School pupils took a day to help put American Flags on the graves of all the Veterans on the Emerson taneous. road and across from their school. Pictured here are some of the helpers with Danforth Peel of the Groveton American But perhaps we need to learn to practice the Legion Post 17 and teachers. pause…the deliberate rest before reacting. An an- gry emailed reply can’t be un-sent, and the contents can’t be un-viewed. Same for a hastily-sent text, or an equally bitter comment tossed back to the person who insulted you first. It’s not about not defending ourselves, or about letting things roll off our backs. Readers’ Fomru It’s about waiting to react. There’s a very convincing school of thought that Cryans’ failure to lead has deprived us of a voice counsels sleeping on any big decision before mak- To the Editor: tation hearing request Cryans’ vote showed a public expects them to ing it. That can apply to small things too. The email earlier this month, Dis- complete lack of courage stand tall and make a from a coworker or client that rubbed you the wrong The North Country trict 1 Executive Coun- and left Executive Coun- tough decision and not way might look a little different by the next morn- has no voice on the Exec- cilor Michael Cryans of cil District 1 without a hide. The New Hamp- ing. Maybe there was no harm meant, and you inter- utive Council! During a Hanover was expected voice. shire Executive Coun- preted it wrong. Maybe it was an unfair complaint or recent Council meeting, to vote “Yea” or “Nay.” Abstention is only cil, on a bipartisan personal remark against you, but in waiting to reply, councilors were asked Instead, our Executive a choice when there is vote, passed 4 to 0 not you strengthen your position as the more even-tem- to vote on a commuta- Councilor did neither a financial or personal to move forward with pered and reasonable person. Perhaps the sender of tion hearing for Pamela — he, according to Asso- conflict with a vote. Mi- a public hearing on the the nasty text also had time to reconsider, and now Smart. ciated Press, abstained chael Cryans took the Smart Case. The fifth has the chance to apologize. In pausing before react- The Pam Smart mur- from the vote and said easy way out and not vote went hiding, and ing, you allow those possibilities to happen. der case of 28 years ago “I did not feel comfort- only did a poor job, but his name was Executive While reacting hastily and immediately can feel is one of the most noto- able going either way.” failed to represent his Councilor Michael Cry- great at the time, it can’t be undone. Waiting a while rious criminal cases in Do we not expect those constituency in District ans. Executive Council – sleeping on it – can never hurt. New Hampshire’s histo- elected to lead? To be an 1, regardless of what po- District 1 deserves better Never react because you think you must. Other ry, so when the case was effective elected leader litical aisle one is on. representation! than breathing, just about anything can wait one coming before the New you have to take votes When someone is Sincerely day. Hampshire Executive that make you feel un- elected to a high office Leon H. Rideout Council for a commu- comfortable! Councilor in New Hampshire, the Lancaster Time for the North Country to dump Casella worst imaginable, with ton, Franconia, Sugar as a result of their re- a bully with deep pock- is imperative and our To the Editor: high ground that drains Hill, and Bethlehem en lationship with Casel- ets. It’s time to “Dump duty to protect the North This letter goes out to into both Forest Lake route to Douglas Drive la. So much for the tax Casella” in the North Country for the gener- all of our North Coun- and Alderbrook, both of on Route 116. We ask benefit of having Casella Country, period. ations that will follow. try neighbors. The res- which eventually drain that you lend your voice as a neighbor, as some We must defend the Please, contact your lo- idents of Dalton have into the Connecticut and to ours and join us in op- pro-Casella sorts like to natural resources and cal, state, and federal submitted a petition call- Ammonoosuc Rivers. position to this terrible tout. Do we want that? beauty of the North representatives and tell ing for a vote to empow- With options to purchase idea. No! Dalton doesn’t need Country for the gener- them you oppose a sec- er the Town of Dalton nearly 1,900 acres over a However, we must a bully as a business ations to come. This is ond Casella-run garbage with emergency tempo- 25 year period, that’s a also stand united with partner, who will sue the what makes our moun- landfill next to Forest rary zoning, in hopes lot of future expansions our neighbors in Bethle- town every time we try tains, woods, lakes, and Lake. We stand with to thwart an attempt by by Casella Waste Sys- hem who voted against to exert our influence rivers a vacation desti- the citizens of Bethle- Casella Waste Systems tems! What could possi- any further expansion in a way they disagree nation for so many. Do hem and their decision to create their second bly go wrong with that of the Casella-run land- with. We also know we want to see all of that to close their landfill. garbage landfill in the scenario? The region- fill in their town. The Casella is trying to pack compromised and pollut- We are all in this to- North Country. al impact on the North residents of that town the Town of Bethlehem ed? Our fresh air gone? gether. We defeated the This not-yet proposed Country will be devas- do not want Casella as a Planning Board in an The residents of Beth- Northern Pass together, landfill would be only tating, with increased neighbor anymore. Why attempt to try, yet again, lehem have voted, and we can defeat Casella to- seven miles away from traffic congestion, risks is that? How much has and against the will of soon the voters of Dalton gether. It’s time for the Casella’s current one in to pedestrian safety, and been spent battling them the voters, to seek fur- will have the same op- North Country to Dump Bethlehem and it abutts air and noise pollution in court? We know Beth- ther expansion in that portunity, to tell Casella Casella! Forest Lake and the as garbage haulers roar lehem has some of the town. They have proven “No More!”. Look else- Jon Swan State Park off of Route thru the Towns of Car- highest property taxes to be a bad business part- where for your future Or ganizer 116. The location is the roll, Whitefield, Little- in the North Country ner, a bad neighbor, and dumping grounds! It Save Fo rest Lake SUMMIT BY MORRISON AND THE MORRISON ASSISTED LIVING AND SKILLED NURSING CARE Where there is a will… should have one, even all the valuable and sen- addresses and social se- clerk. A family member complex your estate is, those on Medicaid and/ timental items you’ve curity numbers to make might also take posses- which will determine or with limited assets accumulated through- sure the right people in- sion, but this is consid- how much assistance and income. A will clear- out your lifetime, such herit the right things. ered the least ideal op- you will need. An attor- By Shannon Lynch ly directs how and where as jewelry, china, hand- Select an executor to tion. Whatever option ney will typically charge Executive Director your assets will be dis- made blankets and oth- handle your affairs and you choose, inform the between $250 and $1,000. tributed. Without a will, er memorabilia. List all make certain that your executor of its location. The New Hampshire Did you know that, those decisions will be items, regardless of their wishes are upheld. This Finally, update your Bar Association and the according to an AARP made by the state and monetary value; after should be a trusted per- will when necessary. American Bar Associa- survey, two out of five by people who have no all, these sentimental son since they will also Perhaps your assets tion have collaborated people over the age of 45 understanding of what pieces may be most valu- be responsible for pay- have increased or, may- on a site, nh.freelegalan- do not have a will? your desires are or what able to one or more of ing any bills and dealing be, you’ve had a new swers.org, which may None of us like to is best for your family. your heirs. with any debt collectors. grandchild whom you’d help answer some basic think about death, but Here are some things Determine your ben- Decide where to store like to include in the questions. a will is an act of kind- to consider when prepar- eficiaries. Name the your will. Many people will. 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to serve as pass receiver it, the one exception be- on the other side. ing books. As the Walk- What I like about ing Boss of the outfit, the this story is that this decision on what’s “es- dog-hurling business ac- sential” is mine. Ergo, tually worked, and the we have a little library dog still trusts me. When on a corner shelf. we decide to hold a star- Out West, the Moun- ing contest, for instance, tain Man era was rough- I can see no recrimina- ly 1810 to 1848. Rendez- By John Harrigan tions in her stare (I usu- vous was an annual Columnist ally win that one. Most gathering in some more of the time she wins any- or less central place--- thing involving chasing Jackson’s Hole, for in- “I am probably safer and retrieval). stance---where trappers going into camp than People are always traded some pelts for I am coming down the bragging about their goods but sold most of living room stairs,” I dogs. “Bess won a First their furs for the fashion like to tell family mem- in the Older Division,” industry. John Harrigan bers or anybody willing they’ll say, or “Sully won It’s just a modest camp in the middle of nowhere, but all of life’s essentials within: food, shelter, But one of the main to listen. This is what Best in Show.” It makes flyrods, and hornbergs—and maybe the latest issue of Harper’s. reasons for the original script-writers call a me want to jump up and rendezvous was to en- throwaway line, a real say “Well, Millie won a I could come up with pack in is consumables. pended from the front able trappers and trad- cheapo-depot, because blue in Bad Breath.” a pack of lies here, be- Most anything else you’ll wall). This way, the bed ers and other denizens we all know that nobody But I can truly say, cause no one can truly need is already there. can serve as, sort of, a of the high country to will ever do the research. “Well, I’m proud to be measure distances in Like most, I have a couch. swap books. It’s hard to For example, and living with a dog that the woods. You use time partner in the camp ven- I keep a spare sleep- imagine. There’s all that for the same obvious was not in the least up- instead, which by hap- ture, to share the blame, ing bag hanging from a wrestling and shooting reasons, I like this one: set about being hurled penstance is exactly how and both of us are chaf- rafter. This is the camp’s and tomahawk throw- “Lightning is more of across a brook.” they do it in the cities. ing at the bit to get into unofficial Poor Planning ing, and hard drinking a threat when you’re “Blocks are so yester- camp, if only to throw Visitor’s bag, for sure, and poker long into the holding a golf club over +++++ day,” says my young- open a window or three but it’s also the Dead night---but on most of your head than when est. And from the direc- and make sure the place Mouse Spare. Believe these rough and tough you’re sticking a nine There is something tion-giver: “The Union is still there. me, if a mouse has de- men’s pack-horses, and a half-foot Fenwick about a camp with no Oyster House is five We always find a cided to make its final there was always room straight up into the road to it, meaning a minutes that way.” dead mouse or two. This resting place deep down somewhere for a sack of thunderclouds.” walk-in camp, that some- Anyway, camp is is, as kids so tellingly put inside the bottom of your books. I once had to hurl my how, almost inherently, about a 45-minute walk, it, “Yucky,” or even bet- sleeping bag, you don’t dog, a tiny thing, over makes it more danger- more if you’re packing ter, “Gross.” want to be anywhere (Please address mail, a racing, raging brook, ous. “You mean you stuff in, which we usual- During the (relative- near it, much less actual- including phone num- with my camp partner, have to walk in?” they’ll ly are. In an established ly) warmer months, I ly (ugh) in it. bers, to campguyhooli- who had waded across say. And in the same camp, meaning one that keep a cheap cloth-lined This is a true [email protected] or 386 waist-deep through the tremulous breath, “How has been used for some sleeping bag on my bunk back-country camp, and South Hill Road, Cole- upstream alders, ready far is it?” time, most of what you (the other bunk is sus- only the essentials are in brook, NH 03576.) A Century in Coös A look back at this week in local history

COMPILED BY TARA GILES mond, Que. were in bor, Me. Mr. Wight land- turing Company, but an even bigger mystery. town last week. They ed a cod that weighed 30 by the time the firemen 2009 1919 are considering locating pounds and measured 43 arrived the building 1999 WHITEFIELD - The Lancaster has wit- in Lunenburg if a house inches. was beyond saving with Stratford High School American College of nessed another Memo- suitable to their needs flames coming out all juniors Pam Stinson Health Care Adminis- rial Day, a new Memo- can be secured. The 1959 over the front. It was and Jonathan Connary trators (ACHCA) has rial Day, because there Board of Trade has been Edward J. Murphy, completely gutted, the are heading to St. Paul’s awarded Roxie Sever- was a new spirit. The very faithful in its efforts Telephone business upper floors collapsed School in Concord this ance, Executive Director honor paid to the little to secure a resident phy- manager, is sending out and the building and summer to attend its of The Morrison, with remnant of veterans of sician and we very much letters this week to Jef- contents appeared a intensive academic ses- the 2009 Facility Leader- the Civil War was not hope that this great need ferson and Lancaster complete loss. sions. Pam will concen- ship Award. one degree less marked, is about to be filled. subscribers to seek their trate on Shakespeare but the escort of three wishes on the area of ser- 1979 and Jon on marine biol- score boys fresh from 1939 vice they wish without DALTON - William J. ogy. the World War gave the To Dog Owners of Jef- tolls. Jefferson is sched- Moran, 59, who had lived thousands of others in ferson - Don’t forget your uled to go on dial Jan. most of his life here, died line and along the march Dog Tax. They were due 7, 1960, and Groveton Sunday when his small a more vivid realization on or before May 1st and sometime within the plane crashed during of what the boys of ’61 en- must be paid if you ex- next three years. an attempted landing at dured to save the Union pect to keep the dog alive an airstrip on the family that these younger men and in good health. J. E. 1969 farm on French Road. might half a century lat- Eastman, Dog Police. An unidentified per- HIGHEST PRICES PAID er add new glory to the son telephoned the Fire All US and foreign silver and gold coins, estate jewelry, colors their fathers had 1949 Department at 3:40 a.m. 1989 scrap gold, diamonds. Free oral appraisals. defended and preserved. Dalton locals - Mr. and yesterday to report a fire How the week went - If NORTH COUNTRY COINS. Mrs. E. E. Whitcomb, at the finishing building bumblebees shouldn’t be Main St., Plymouth, NH 536-2625. 1929 Guy Wight and Mrs. at Thompson Manufac- able to fly, June bugs are Lunenburg, Vt. Lo- Lula Tibbetts spent part cals - Dr. John Beaton of last week on a deep sea and his wife from Rich- fishing tour in York Har- ◆ STEPHEN U. SAMAHA of Counsel ◆ MARK C. RUSSELL ◆ JODY A. HODGDON

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(802) 626-9545 A6 Coös County Democrat WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 ••• Paul Ormond Deignan Sadie Marie Rose Guy, 76 JEFFERSON — Paul skiing in the mountains WEST STEWART- in Florida; a sister, Rita Ormond Deignan passed of both coasts. STOWN — Sadie Marie Germain of Maine; three away at his home in Jef- Survivors include his Rose Guy, 76, of West grandchildren; as well ferson on May 7, 2019. daughter Diane of Dav- Stewartstown, passed as many nieces, neph- Paul was born in New enport, Iowa and brother away at the Upper Con- ews and cousins York City in 1941, son James Deignan of Hart- necticut Valley Hospital She was predeceased of Ormond and Dorothy ford, Connecticut. He in Colebrook on Monday by her father, Edward (Donahue) Deignan. He was preceded in death morning, May 27, 2019. A. Biron, Sr., and two studied English at Mid- by his parents Ormond She was born on sisters, Doris Biron and dlebury College, Mid- and Dorothy. Remem- April 6, 1943, in West Theresa Crete. dlebury, Vt., and Eco- brance will take place at Stewartstown, a daugh- Memorial calling nomics at San Francisco Bailey Funeral Home on ter to Edward A. Biron, hours will be at the Jen- State, San Francisco, Ca- Thursday, June 6 at 10 Sr. and Simonne (Geli- kins & Newman Funer- lif. a.m. Those who desire nas) Biron. al Home in Colebrook While working at Paul Deignan may send cards to: 3906 She loved birthdays Sadie Guy on Wednesday, June the California Acade- W. 13th St., Davenport, and holiday, singing 5, 2019, from 6 to 8 p.m. my of Sciences during He went on to work as IA 52804; or make online songs, playing bingo, another way to do it.” A memorial Mass will school he met his for- a planning and schedul- condolences at www. and she was an all- She always spoke her follow the next morn- mer spouse, Christine ing engineer for various baileyfh.net. In lieu of around “people per- mind and told the truth. ing, June 6, at 11 a.m. at (Chadek) Deignan. construction compa- flowers, a memorial gift son.” Her family and Her 20 years of resi- St. Brendan’s Catholic They were married in nies, including Brown may be made to Yosem- many friends know dency at the Coös Coun- Church in Colebrook, 1977 in San Francisco & Root on the Alaska oil ite Park at www.yosemi- that Sadie was always ty Nursing Hospital with interment imme- and had daughter Di- pipeline. His passions teconservancy.org/hon- a strong-willed and in- allowed her to live a diately following at St. ane (Deignan) Arnold. were mathematics and or-someone-special. dependent person, and full life full of love and Brendan’s Cemetery. the outdoors, hiking and even through her long laughter and she will be Condolences may be struggle with medical is- dearly missed by other offered to the family on- Priscilla Kate Handler, 69 sues, there wasn’t much residents and staff alike. line by going to www. WELCH, Minn. scattered in the Atlantic rial donations to find that stopped her from Sadie leaves behind jenkinsnewman.com. — Priscilla Kate Han- Ocean. Several Memo- a cure for this horrible the things she enjoyed her two children, Ellen Funeral arrange- dler, 69, passed away rial Services / Celebra- disease can be made to doing. She always said Guy of West Stewart- ments are entrusted to peacefully at her home tions of Life are in the the Alzheimer’s Asso- that “where there’s a stown and Shawn Guy of the care of Jenkins & in Welch, Minn. on May planning stages to oc- ciation at https://www. will, there’s a way,” and Colebrook; her mother, Newman Funeral Home, 9, 2019 from Alzheimer’s cur over the summer in alz.org or mailed to 225 “if you can’t do it the Simonne Biron of West Colebrook. disease. Hastings and Minneap- N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, same way as others, find Stewartstown; a broth- Priscilla insisted on olis, Minn.; Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60601. er, Edward Biron, Jr. direct cremation, with Wisc.; Paxton, Mass.; her cremains being and Lancaster. Memo- James M. Herbert, 79 STARK — James held on Tuesday, May Marion Glenn Owen, 97 “Jim” Herbert, 79, 28, 2019, from 5-8 pm at NEWPORT, Vt. — members and served a of Cloutier Dr. in the Armstrong-Char- Marion Glenn Owen, term as president of the Stark died on Tues- ron Funeral Home in 97, of Newport, Vt., and Colebrook Hospital Aux- day, May 21, 2019, at Groveton. Funeral ser- formerly of Conway and iliary. Dartmouth-Hitch- vice will be held on Colebrook, died Friday, Marion was pre-de- cock Medical Center Wednesday, May 29, May 31, 2019, at the Bel- ceased by her husband in Lebanon, NH af- 2019, at 11:00 am at the fu- Aire Healthcare Center of 55 years, Edmund E. ter a lengthy illness. neral home with Pastor after a short time of de- Owen, and her broth- Jim was born on June Patricia Williams of the clining health. ers, Robert S. Morrell 20, 1939, in Burlington, Groveton United Meth- She was born Nov. 24, (wife Ruth Morrell) and Vt., the son of James M. odist Church officiating. 1921, in Manchester, the Nathan E. Morrell and Herbert, Sr. and Clara Inurnment with Mili- daughter of Nathan B. brothers in-law Frank G. (Dyke) Herbert. He was tary Honors will be held and Wiona (Foote) Mor- Owen (wife Claire Owen) a graduate of Spaulding Jim Herbert at the convenience of the rell. and Haven T. Owen (wife High School in Barre, family in the Emerson She was raised in Marion Owen Patricia Owen). Vt. Before retiring a Veteran of the US Road Cemetery in Stark. Conway, and graduat- She is survived by Jim worked for Perini Army served during In lieu of flowers, ed from Kennett High death in 1999, Marion her children, Sally G. of Framingham, MA the Vietnam War. memorial donations School in the class of returned to Conway Fraize of Newport, Vt., working in both New Jim is survived by his may be made in Jim’s 1939. She attended and where she was able to and Robert E. Owen Hampshire and Ver- wife of 57 years Marilyn name to the Groveton graduated from the live independently with and wife Marion A. mont. Jim and Marilyn Herbert of Stark; three Food Pantry; c/o St. Baypath Institute for the help of Saco Woods Owen of Bartlett; three moved to Stark seven- children Marcia Garner Marguerite d’Youville Business in Springfield, neighbors, the Gibson grandsons, Jeremy E. teen years ago from of Richmond, VT; James Parish; PO Box 247; Mass., in 1941. While Senior Center, and the Fraize and partner Ayla Franklin, NH, and Jim D. Herbert of Claymont, Groveton, NH 03582. attending Baypath, she Conway Police Morning Landry of Eden Mills, has been the Trail-mas- Deleware; and Dianne To send the family met her future husband, Call In program. In Au- Vt., Gustav G. Owen and ter and groomer for the M. Herbert of Stark; your condolences via Edmund E. Owen. Af- gust 2015 she moved to partner Virginia Hills Groveton TrailBlazers four grandchildren; four the online register book, ter graduation, Marion Newport, Vt. to live with of Portsmouth, and Ger- for the past fifteen years. great-grandchildren and please visit, www.arm- worked for General Elec- her daughter. ald G. Owen and fiancée Jim was a lifelong three great-great-grand- strongcharronfuneral- tric Co. as a secretary Jordyn R. Thompson She was a very active member of the Mount children and one broth- home.com and then for Monarch In- of Rochester, N.Y.; two member, in all aspects, Sinai Masonic Temple er Robert Herbert. surance Company, both great-grandsons, Aus- of the Monadnock Con- in Barre, VT. He was Calling hours will be of Springfield, Mass. In gregational Church of tin J. Fraize, and Sagan 1943, she moved back Colebrook and served E. Owen; and a future to Conway where she as Sunday School Su- great-great-grandchild. Peter Tatro, 91 worked for the Charles O. perintendent for many She is also survived by EAST CONCORD Charlie and Virginia Dahl Insurance Co. until years. She was a long- numerous nieces and — Peter Tatro, 91, died Tatro and Jan Hazlett). her marriage to Edmund time member of the Eu- nephews. Friday, May 31, 2019, He is also survived by Owen on April 23, 1943. reka Chapter #2 O.E.S., Calling hours will at the St. Johnsbury three sisters-in-law, After Edmund’s WWII Grand Cross of Color of be held Sunday, June 9, Health and Rehab Cen- many nieces and neph- service in the Navy end- International Order of from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. ter, where he had lived ews, their children and ed, they moved to Cole- the Rainbow for Girls; at the Jenkins & New- since moving there last spouses. brook where she was a Past Advisor for Rain- man Funeral Home in year from his longtime Pete was pre-deceased homemaker and mother bow Girls of Lancaster; a Colebrook. An Eastern home in East Concord. by his wife, Lillian; his to their two children. longtime member of the Star service will be held In his early adult infant daughter, Sharon; When the children grew George L. O’Neil Amer- at 5:45 p.m. at the funeral years, Pete served in the parents, Harry and Vir- up, she returned to work home. Funeral services ican Legion Auxiliary U.S. Army, worked in ginia; and brother, Fred. at the Marshall & Kent will be held Monday, Post #62, Member of the the Gilman Paper Mill, Visiting hours were (later Klebe & George) June 10, at 11 a.m. at the Retired National Rural and helped build sev- held at Bailey Funer- Insurance Company Letter Carriers Auxil- Monadnock Congrega- Peter Tatro until her retirement in tional Church. Burial eral of Vermont’s State al Home, 210 Main St., iary, Past Chapter and Colleges. For much of Lancaster, NH, 03584, on 1978. After retirement Local Fund Chairman will follow at the Cole- his adult life, he worked NASCAR races, work- Tuesday, June 4, from she was a homemaker for the American Red brook Village Cemetery. as an insurance agent ing jigsaw puzzles, grill- 3-4:30 p.m. A Celebration and caregiver for her Cross and also served Memorial contribu- for MetLife, eventually ing out, and supporting of Life Service was held mother, who had come many years as the Home tions may be made to his family in many and to live with Marion and Service Regional Officer the Monadnock Congre- owning and operating there immediately fol- the Newman Insurance various ways. He was a lowing, from 4:30-5 p.m. Edmund in 1978. Fol- for the Red Cross. She gational Church, P.O. 50+ year member of the lowing her husband’s Box 307, Colebrook, NH Agency. Upon retiring, Flowers may be sent to was one of the charter East Concord United 03576; or to the Gibson Pete worked part-time Bailey’s, or contribu- Methodist Church, and Senior Center, 14 Grove building homes with tions in Pete’s honor the Concord Chapter of St., North Conway, NH Covell Construction may be made to the East 03860. Company. His lifelong the Masonic Lodge. Pete Concord United Method- Condolences may be interest in civic affairs lived by the motto, “Al- ist Church, c/o G. Dow, offered to the family on- was evidenced by his ways leave things better 370 East Concord Road, How to line by going to www. many years of service than you found them.” Lunenburg, VT 05906, jenkinsnewman.com. on the Gilman Federal Peter is survived by or to the Gilman Senior Funeral arrange- Credit Union’s Board of one son, Bradley Tatro Center, 67 Riverside ments are entrusted to Trustees, and his term and daughter-in-law, Ave., Gilman, VT 05906. Submit the care of Jenkins & as the Town Clerk of Sandi Kennedy of Stark; Please go to www. Newman Funeral Home, Concord. one daughter and grand- baileyfh.net for more in- Obituaries & Colebrook. Pete enjoyed hunting, daughter from Atlanta, formation or to send an fishing, snowshoeing, Linda and Katie Herzer; online condolence. Announcements playing cards, watching and four siblings (Pat, To Salmon Press WHITE MOUNTAINS REGIONAL Invitation to Bid Publications SCHOOL DISTRICT Town of Randolph 130 Durand Road Obituaries and Announcements Randolph, NH 03593 of special events such as weddings, engagements, and anniversaries are Residing Original Town Hall published FREE OF CHARGE in & ATTENTION CARROLL, DALTON, WHITEFIELD, any/all Salmon Press newspapers. 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Call Debbie Dubois at 837-9363 for an appointment June 28, 2019 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 Coös County Democrat A7 ••• Procession planned WMRSD launches for Pentecost Sunday Blueprint for LANCASTER — Sunday, June 9, is Pentecost Sunday in Christian church- es. There will be the annual Pentecost Procession following morning worship Tomorrow project services on Sunday, June 9, starting in front of the Lancaster Post Office at 11:15 a.m. The procession will go down Main Street and cross at Simon the Tanners, WHITEFIELD — The dents, teachers, and ad- groups and individual head back up Main Street to the Lancaster Congregational Church for refresh- White Mountains Re- ministrators. interviews to craft a sur- ments and fellowship. Everyone is invited to join in whether you attend church gional School District The project is being fa- vey that has been sent locally, somewhere else, or not at all. God’s purpose at Pentecost was to give the is undergoing a study, cilitated by Dr. William to all WMRSD commu- Church the power of the Holy Spirit to guide us in the acceptance of all. (the WMRSD Blueprint Bryan from the Center nity members and staff. for Tomorrow), in order for Secondary School We are reaching out to to optimize the district Redesign (CSSR). This the community to com- and schools’ resources work is funded through plete the survey online to maximize student suc- our Federal Grants pro- using this link: https:// Lagasse ~ Frizzell cess. gram. The committee tinyurl.com/wmrsdsur- The Steering Com- work kicked off on Feb. 5 vey or paper copies are Kerry (Conroy) and mittee for the project with a full day workshop available at all schools George Morongell, consists of 17 members. for both committees. and town offices in the along with Tony La- These members are a The Project Team col- District. The survey will gasse, are very proud to broad representation of lected and analyzed Dis- close June 10. announce the engage- community and busi- trict data for the study. The aim of the Steer- ment of their daughter, ness leaders, WMRSD They completed focus ing Committee is to give Katelyn Marie Lagasse parents, school board forum interviews with recommendations to the of Lisbon, Maine, to members, administra- groups of constituents School Board by July. As Mr. Paul Robert Friz- tors, and teachers. The such as the Chamber of in any study, it will take zell, son of Pamela J. Steering Committee will Commerce, the Rotary, time to carefully consid- (Sullivan) and Robert vet data and recommen- parents, students, legis- er the recommendations D. Frizzell of Lancaster. dations provided by the latures, and businesses in order to make any in- Miss Lagasse is a Project Team and pres- and they reached out to formed decisions. We do 2011 graduate of Lisbon ent the recommenda- community stakehold- not have an anticipated Falls Christian Acade- tions to the school board. ers to participate in in- date for decision making my. She is a 2019 grad- The Steering Committee dividual interviews as at this time; it is a pro- uate of Southern Maine will also be responsible well. Next, the Steering cess! Community College for creating and imple- Committee and the Proj- For more informa- with an Associate’s menting a community ect Team worked togeth- tion, please visit the degree in Nutrition & communications and er to gather information SAU36.org Web site. Dietetics. Kate is con- buy-in plan. gleaned from the focus tinuing her education studying for a Bachelor’s, then Master’s Degree in Nu- The Project Team is trition. She will then have a degree of Registered Dietitian. Kate is currently comprised of 12 mem- employed as a Pharmacy Tech and Caregiver at an adult day care program. bers. They will design Mr. Frizzell is a 2012 graduate of Groveton High School. He graduated in and carry out the data NHDOT 2014 & 2016 from White Mountains Community College in Berlin with two collection process and Associates Degrees in Culinary Arts Sciences and Baking and Pastry Scienc- make recommendations Certified es. Paul currently is employed at MidCoast Hospital with a chef position, in to the Steering Com- Paver Brunswick, Maine. mittee concerning their Katelyn’s paternal grandmother is Cecile Duval; her maternal grand- findings. The team will mother is the late Susan Conroy. seek guidance and ap- Driveways • Roads • Parking Paul’s maternal grandparents are the late Paul (Red) and Gloria Sullivan proval for data collection of Lancaster. His paternal grandmother is Adelene Wagner of Whitefield and methods and resource Lots • Walkways • Grading the late Albert O. Frizzell of Groveton. expenditures. The team A Sept. 28, 2019 wedding ceremony is being planned. is populated by 11th and 12th grade WMRHS stu- 279-1499 Robert N. Rollins, 72 www.BRYANTPAVING.com WEST STEWART- ing and loved to watch offered to the family on- STOWN — Robert N. the NASCAR events. He line by going to www. Rollins, 72, of West Stew- will be remembered by jenkinsnewman.com. artstown, passed away his family and friends as Getting to know your at his home on Friday a quiet man who mostly evening, May 24, 2019. kept to himself, and he Bible: The Old Testament He was born on Sept. loved his grandchildren (part 4 of 4) The Prophets 15, 1946, in Woodsville, He is survived by his the son of the late Robert son, Michael Rollins, and Winona (Burgess) and wife Kristen of Cole- The books of the prophets are fascinating books to study. They are the personal writings and in some cases, histories of men Rollins. He was raised brook; a daughter, Mi- whom God spoke through directly to kings, rulers, and men in in Newbury, Vt. and chelle Cyr of Newport, authority. graduated from New- Vt.; his brother, War- bury High School in ren Rollins of Newbury, They continue to show us God’s love for His people, His 1964. Vt., and a sister, Diane faithfulness and His desire to bring people into a right relationship In his early years, Tuttle and husband with Him. he worked for a time Skip of Newbury; four Our English Bibles divide the Prophets into Major and Minor at the Cabot Creamery grandchildren, Chris- prophets. Though there is nothing minor in any content, they are in Vermont, and later tina Rollins, Henry classified this way because the Major Prophets are merely longer for himself as a farmer. Cyr, Kamber Marshall, than the Minor Prophets. Robert later moved to and Allison Elliott; and The Major Prophets: Isiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations of Jeremiah, West Stewartstown and six great-grandchil- Ezekiel, Daniel worked for a time at the dren, Chloe, Raylee, Ca- The Minor Prophets: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Michah, Beecher Falls Division rissa, Ciara, Zander, and Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi. of Ethan Allen from Mason. The books of the prophets are also interesting, as they happened which retired. There are no public during the time covered in the writings of History. Each prophet Robert was a farmer calling hours or services is appointed by God to deliver messages of hope, judgment, and at heart and loved to tend scheduled at this time. repentance to people during times of trial and distress. to his vegetable garden. A private interment will We invite you to join us every Sunday for Bible He enjoyed canning the occur at a later date in study at 10:00 am and for worship at 11:00 food that he produced. Newbury, Vt. am. We are located at 490 Main Street in He was a fan of car rac- Condolences may be Lancaster, NH next to the fair grounds.

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Any question or comments, contact us at: 603-788-4073 or 603-684-8379 Visit us online @ www.nvcoc.wordpress.com A8 Coös County Democrat WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 ••• Taproot’s Rockin’ the Park returns for third summer LANCASTER — 7 to 8:30 p.m. Anybody The Sound, “The Tri- ative flavors of Vulgar Eastern Sleds, fronted by Polish Princess Bakery. This summer, Rockin’ who loves great food chomes craft hip-swing- Display of Poutine. Lancaster native Justin The concert series is the Park, a free weekly and rocking music is ing tunes with melodies July 26 brings soul Carloni, plays “indie folk hosted by Taproot Farm concert series that cele- welcome to bring a lawn and harmonies that and jazz influenced rock with strong moun- & Environmental Ed- brates local music, local chair or blanket to enjoy weave through one an- singer-songwriter Katie tain music influences.” ucation Center, a Lan- food, and community, a summer evening with other, one riff fading Matzell and her band They recently released caster non-profit whose will return to Lancaster their friends and neigh- out as another takes its from Portland, Maine. their fantastic debut al- initiatives include The for its third year. It will bors in the heart of town. place.” The Trichomes Matzell’s “sweet, full, bum There’s No Place Root Seller Marketplace, take place in Centenni- July 12 will feature just released their soph- and gorgeous” voice Left To Go (available on North Country Glean- al Park on four Friday The Trichomes, a funky omore album, the groovy (Maine Today) has been vinyl) on Portsmouth’s ers, The Lancaster Com- nights– July 12 through jam band from the Sea- Jazz Cabbage Soirée. compared with everyone Burst & Bloom Records. munity Garden, and a di- Aug. 2. Food vendors be- coast with soulful vocals Food that night is TBA. from Aretha Franklin to The food vendor will be verse array of education gin selling at 5:30 p.m., and virtuosic guitar. Ac- On July 19, the band Norah Jones. That night Bethel, Maine’s Farm- programs, including a and music goes from cording to Portsmouth’s is The Welterweights, food will be available stead Flatbreads serving nature-based summer alt-country-infused rock- from Rockin’ the Park fa- their wood-fired sour- camp in July at White ers from Vermont led vorite Farm to Fire with dough flatbreads. Mountains Regional Blueprint for by Kelly Ravin (former their wood-fired Neapol- Rockin’ the Park is High School. For more singer and guitarist of itan pizzas topped with generously sponsored information on Taproot Waylon Speed). Ravin’s locally sourced ingredi- by the Arts Alliance of and its programs, see voice and songwriting ents. Northern New Hamp- their Web site at www. Tomorrow survey style have been likened The final show on shire, Dental Herb Com- taprootnh.org or follow to Steve Earle, Jason Aug. 2 will have the Sea- pany, Garland Mill Tim- them on Facebook and Isbell and Sturgill Simp- coast’s Eastern Sleds re- berframes, Passumpsic Instagram. now available son. Food will be the cre- turning to the RtP stage. Savings Bank, and The

WHITEFIELD — The White Mountains Regional School District’s Blueprint for Tomorrow Steering Committee (SC) and Project Team (PT) have com- LES third graders attend recycling conference pleted the survey, and it is ready for distribution. WHITEFIELD — On disposed of properly, is All staff and family members have been emailed a Tuesday, May 21, Lan- never biodegrades, but link to the survey through our District email. We caster School third grad- breaks down into tiny encourage community feedback for the survey! You ers, Abigail Bovay and microplastics. A surpris- can find the online, confidential survey by going to: Olivia Forest attended ing fact they learned was https://tinyurl.com/wmrsdsurvey. the 10th Annual School that their clothes are Recycling Conference made from plastics. We also have the survey in paper format available in Manchester, along The duo had an op- at all of our school’s main offices and at the Central with their chaperones portunity to sift through Office. The deadline for completing the survey is Mrs. Petereit and Mrs. sand taken from New June 10. Forest. The girls were Hampshire beaches to The purpose of the Blueprint for Tomorrow Study able to attend thanks to sort out debris and mi- is to optimize our collective resources to maximize the generosity of Dennis croplastics. They were the success of our students. The Steering Committee Patnoe and the Lancast- surprised to find candy er Transfer Station. wrappers, foam pieces, will be giving the WMRSD Board recommendations While at the con- and lots of tiny plastic from the survey data by their July School Board ference, they attended pieces that washed up meeting. For more information, please refer to the workshops that dis- from the ocean. They WMRSD website sau36.org under the Blueprint for cussed several prob- also had the opportuni- Tomorrow button! lems our planet faces ty to participate in an due to pollution and activity called “Trash mismanaged waste. on the Lawn.” Here the They learned that ap- girls separated a days’ Courtesy proximately one dump worth of trash by plac- A pair of LES Super Recyclers. truck of plastic is being ing items in proper recy- going to the landfill. The conference provided dumped into the ocean cling bins. This activity The girls are working them with ideas and mo- every minute, which contributed towards 19 towards eliminating the tivation to reach their was very alarming to pounds of waste being use of styrofoam trays goal. them. They also learned sorted, leaving only five at the Lancaster School. that plastic, even when pounds of actual trash Mount Royal Academy welcomes new staff LANCASTER bring an authentic Cath- holds a Bachelor of Arts Jill Colby is beyond — Mount Royal Acad- olic education to many in Mathematics Educa- honored to be returning emy North is happy to sweet, little souls. tion and a Bachelor of as the Head of School welcome the following A familiar name and Science in Elementary at Mount Royal Acade- educators. beloved teacher in the Education. She grew up my North. It has been a In charge of our pre- North Country; Mrs. in Jefferson, and is look- privilege for her to have school program is Mrs. Jean Colby is excited to ing forward to becoming worked on the develop- Mandy Scott. Scott is a be returning to Mount involved in the school’s ment of this school. She certified teacher with Royal Academy North. welcoming community. is confident that with seven years experi- She feels honored to have Another beloved the education received ence teaching in public had the opportunity to teacher in the north at MRA North, stu- schools in the North have taught grades K-3 country, Mike Foster dents will become life- Country. After receiv- throughout her career, is joining Mount Royal long learners through ing her Bachelor’s from and her life’s passion is as the fifth/sixth grade the rigorous academic the University of New teaching children! Jean teacher. He is already curriculum offered; as Hampshire, with a Fam- considers it an absolute so valued at the school well as sincere lovers of ily Studies, Young Child- gift to continue this pas- as after-care provider, virtue. It’s a priority to hood Specialization de- sion and is thrilled to be and to add him to the full ensure that the school’s gree, Mrs. Scott returned a part of the Mount Roy- time staff is an absolute mission and vision are to Lancaster. She was al team. blessing. After teaching carried-out and fully re- passionately involved in The team at Mount for many years, Foster spected. the development of MRA Royal is thrilled to wel- brings with him a world Visit: www.moun- North, and is thrilled to come Abby McCall to of knowledge that will troyalnorth.com to fill the staff. She is a certi- serve to be extremely out an application for fied teacher who grad- beneficial to the older your child and to learn uated from Keene State students. more about the school. College in May. McCall Hunter Goodrow earns Spring 2019 Dean’s List honors at Roger Williams University BRISTOL, R.I. — Hunter Goodrow, of Twin Mountain has been named to the Spring 2019 Dean’s List at Roger Williams University, in Bristol, R.I. Full-time students who complete 12 or more credits per semester and earn a grade point average of 3.4 or higher are placed on the Dean’s List that semester. About RWU With campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I., Roger Williams University is a forward-thinking private university committed to strengthening society through engaged teaching and learning. At RWU, small classes, direct access to faculty and guaranteed opportunity for real-world proj- ects ensure that its nearly 4,000 undergraduates - along with hundreds of law stu- dents, graduate students and adult learners - graduate with the ability to think critically along with the practical skills that today’s employers demand. Roger Williams is leading the way in American higher education, confronting the most pressing issues facing students and families - increasing costs, rising debt and job readiness.

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COLEBROOK — To trail system has stim- continue working on sion of riders, workers Motorcycle® mid-size Parts. Polaris’ presence improve all-terrain ve- ulated a tremendous this initiative that will and outdoor enthusiasts and heavyweight motor- in adjacent markets hicle (ATV) trails and influx of visitors to our enhance the overall for more than 60 years. cycles; Slingshot® mo- globally includes mil- encourage responsible communities. We are en- quality of the trails and With annual 2018 sales to-roadsters; snowmo- itary and commercial riding practices, six lo- couraged by the support positively impact the of $6.1 billion, Polaris’ biles; and pontoon, off-road vehicles, quad- cal organizations with a from our communities OHRV community and innovative, high-qual- deck and cruiser boats. ricycles, and electric collective membership and are committed to North Country residents ity product line-up Polaris enhances the vehicles. Proudly head- of nearly 2,000 members fostering the sport by alike,” said Jodi Gilbert, includes theRANG- riding experience with quartered in Minnesota, have set out to install remaining diligent in re- Executive Director of the ER®, RZR® and Polaris parts, garments and ac- Polaris serves more than new signage through- sponding to the desires North Country Chamber GENERAL™ side-by- cessories, along with a 100 countries across the out the Ride the Wilds™ of our neighbors and of Commerce. side off-road vehicles; growing aftermarket globe. Visit www.polar- trail system. Supported visitors,” said Corrine For more infor- Sportsman® all-terrain portfolio, including is.com for more informa- by a $100,000 donation Rober, owner of Polar- mation, visit www. off-road vehicles; Indian Transamerican Auto tion. from the Polaris Foun- is Adventures Certified chamberofthenorth- dation, one thousand Outfitter, Bear Rock Ad- country.com/riding- new signs are slated for ventures and marketing towardchange.html. install in preparation for chair for North Country About North Lancaster Historical Society the upcoming 2019 ATV Chamber of Commerce. Country Chamber of and off-highway vehicle “Working with local Commerce (OHRV) season. clubs has been a great The North Country hosting flea market Sunday “A partnership with opportunity to address Chamber of Commerce LANCASTER — The second Lancaster Historical Society Flea Market of North Country’s Ride community-wide inter- strives to serve its mem- the season will take place on Sunday, June 9, on the grounds of the Wild- the Wilds trail system al- ests and this alliance has bers by way of business er-Holton House. As some sage has said: “For pennywise shoppers, perhaps lows us to help promote certainly risen to the oc- advocacy, promotion of nothing can come closer to paradise on earth than a flea market stocked with a fun, safe and memora- casion.” regional attractions and the secondhand wares you always wanted and never knew you needed.” ble experience for our The North Country involvement in initia- The Lancaster Flea Market began in 1967, the same year the Society was riders,” said Lucy Clark Alliance is made up of tives to foster econom- founded. Originally started as an antique market with about 14 vendors, it Dougherty, president of six local organizations ic growth. It promotes has proven so popular that in recent years it often hosts as many as 50 ven- the Polaris Foundation. including Bear Rock Ad- northern Coos County, dors. The variety of treasures on sale now include not only antiques, but also As an economic driv- ventures, Great North- New Hampshire and crafts, home-made jellies and relish, garden produce, books, coins, baseball er for Coos County New woods Riders ATV Club, northeastern Essex cards, toys, and knickknacks. The most unusual item offered for sale, ac- Hampshire, these trails Metallak ATV Club, County, Vermont. Visi- cording to Diane McFarland, coordinator, was a live snake. provide much-needed Millsfield ATV Club, The tor information and bro- Flea Markets have a long history, beginnng in Paris in the 1850’s. Ever tourism and recreation North Country Chamber chures about the area wonder why such a fun event has such an unsavory name? It was thought in the area. The funding of Commerce and Umba- can be found in the State that the old clothes and upholstery brought with them a whole cloud of fleas, is part of a larger effort gog ATV Club. Rest Area and Commu- hence they became known as the market of the fleas, or flea markets. to keep riders safe and Local communities nity Interpretive Center For today’s consumers, shopping at a Flea Market is a way to conserve, re- ensure nearby com- can expect to see this new three minutes north of duce, reuse, and recycle. For vendors, it is an opportunity to open a business munities and private signage in the upcoming the Chamber on Route without a huge outlay of funds and a long-term committment. For browsers, properties are respect- months. Communities 3. The visitor center is it is a sociable way to spend a summer Sunday afternoon. ed. Adding to the $1.3 benefitting from the new open from 8 a.m. to 8 The museum House and Barn will be open during the Flea Market with million investment col- signage include Clarks- p.m. seven days a week. free guided tours. The snack bar will be open as well. For more information, lectively made by North ville; Colebrook; Colum- www.chamberofthe- call 788-3004. Country Alliance mem- bia; Dixville Notch; Er- northcountry.com bers over the years, this rol; Millsfield; Pittsburg; About Polaris In- new funding will help West Stewartstown; dustries Inc. maintain this iconic, Averill, Vt.; Beecher Polaris Industries Inc. interconnected trail sys- Falls, Vt.; Canaan, Vt. (NYSE: PII) is a global tem. and Lemington Vt. powersports leader that “The success of the “We are excited to has been fueling the pas-

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OPEN MAY 11TH 9AM - 6PM DAILY A10 Coös County Democrat WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 ••• Morrison team presents at Alzheimer’s conference WHITEFIELD The 26th annual con- and Motivating Your — Mary Bates, Direc- ference, hosted by the Staff: Implementing Per- tor of the Memory Care Alzheimer’s Associa- son-Centered Habilita- Community at Summit tion, Massachusetts/ tion Therapy Training.” by Morrison and the New Hampshire Chap- Webster, Bennett and Morrison Skilled Nurs- ter, was held May 22 Mackillop are nurses ing Facility, led a team at the DCU Center in within the Morrison from the Morrison Com- Worcester, Mass. Communities, while munities in presenting Bates was joined by Gooden is the Activities a session at the recent Pamela Webster, Wendy Director at the Morrison Conference for Alzhei- Bennett, Kelly Mackil- Skilled Nursing Facility. mer’s Care Profession- lop and Chrissy Good- Habilitation Therapy als. More than 800 lead- en from the Morrison is a non-pharmacologi- Courtesy Mary Bates, Director of the Memory Care Community at Summit by Morrison and the Morrison ers in the dementia care Communities as they cal person-centered care Skilled Nursing Facility, led a team from the Morrison Communities in presenting a session at field attended. presented “Educating approach to dementia the recent Conference for Alzheimer’s Care Professionals. care. The presentation focused on the benefits At the Morrison Com- with the resources to The Morrison of an evidence-informed munities, 94 percent of best care for residents Communities train-the-trainer pro- the entire staff has gone with dementia,” Bates The Morrison Com- gram for staff members through the training. In says. “And the commu- munities are in White- as well as individuals addition, the Morrison nity education is a won- field, in the heart of living with dementia. Communities hosted derful way for families northern New Hamp- Strategies on how to get five Community Demen- and home caregivers to shire, and include the consensus from admin- tia Education sessions better understand how Morrison Skilled Nurs- istration, how to moti- this spring and had an to care for people with ing Facility, Sartwell vate and empower staff average of 28 partici- dementia. We were hon- Place and Summit by and real-life examples pants at each session, ored and so happy to Morrison, a senior living were shared to help pro- with many attending all share what we are doing community. For more fessionals start a train- five sessions. with other profession- information, go to www. ing program in their “The training pro- als.” themorrison.org or sum- care setting. vides our entire staff mitbymorrison.org.

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Groveton American Legion Auxiliary Fredonwarell Tara Giles President Sally Frizzell White Mountains Regional High School Principal Mike donated a book to Patty Berry is pictured here on Memorial Day taking part in the Peel, Principal of the ‘Murph’ challenge at Presidential CrossFit. The challenge Groveton Elementary honors 29 year old Lieutenant Michael Murphy who was School, for Memorial Day. killed in Afghanistan in 2005. Berry completed the chal- The book is titled: “The lenge which consists of a one mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 Poppy Lady Moina Belle push-ups and 300 squats, followed by another one mile Michael and Her Tribute to run....all while wearing a 20 pound weighted vest. Veterans.” The story about a young lady who wanted to help Veterans.

Stratford Old Home Day JUNE 15, 2019

Stratford Hollow Memorial Field Fun, Games, Entertainment, CEDC names new Executive Director Parade starts at 11:00 serving as CEDC’s new she served as Vice Pres- Hampshire banking ex- Executive Director start- ident and Credit and perience. In addition to Interested in placing a float in the ing May 13. Loan Administration her professional expe- parade, call Leona 636-1349 picnic Howson comes to Officer with Woodsville rience, she has been in- lunch, beans, hot dogs, drinks will be CEDC with experience Guaranty Savings Bank. volved with many com- provided. Bring a salad, your favorite in all aspects of commer- Howson is a seasoned munity organizations. cial lending including commercial banker who She is a member of the dish, a dessert, or donation. small business, commer- lives in the North Coun- Lancaster Rotary, mem- cial real estate acquisi- try, is personally invest- ber of GREAT (Groveton Enjoy the tion and construction, ed in the community, Revitalization Econom- daywith family, SBA and USDA lending, and appreciates the im- ic Action Team), and a friends, Lise Howson portfolio and relation- portance of local, com- board member of The and REGION — Coös Eco- ship management, and munity initiatives. Morrison Hospital Asso- neighbors. nomic Development Cor- business development. Howson has more ciation. poration (CEDC) is very Before joining CEDC, than 25 years of New pleased to announce that Lise Howson will be Colby-Sawyer celebrates 2019 graduates NEW LONDON Society in communica- including breadth and — Colby-Sawyer cele- tion studies. depth of knowledge, self- brated its 181st Com- Sierra Malcolm of growth, creative and mencement on Satur- Colebrook earned a B.S. critical thinking, and day, May 11, awarding in biology. effective communica- approximately 185 un- About Colby-Sawyer tion, Colby-Sawyer pre- dergraduate degrees and College pares students to thrive recognizing students Colby-Sawyer College post-graduation and and other individuals is a comprehensive col- make a positive impact for academic excellence, lege that integrates the upon a dynamic, diverse outstanding contribu- liberal arts and sciences and interdependent tions to society, and ser- with professional prepa- world. vice to the college and ration. The college’s fac- Founded in 1837, Col- community. ulty, staff and students by-Sawyer is located in Jessica Kennett of strive for excellence in the scenic Lake Suna- Colebrook earned a B.A. an engaged teaching pee Region of central in media and communi- and learning communi- New Hampshire. Learn cation. Kennett graduat- ty that fosters students’ more about the college’s ed magna cum laude as academic, intellectual, vibrant teaching and a member of the Wesson and personal growth. learning community Honors Program and With a strong emphasis at www.colby-sawyer. Lambda Pi Eta Honor on learning outcomes, edu.

OUR 45th ANNIVERSARY SALE! Continuing a tradition first started in 1974, we are proud to celebrate the 45th anniversary of THE VILLAGE GUN STORE in WHITEFIELD, NH As always, for three days only, an extra 10% will be chopped off the price of every item in the store. That includes all already heavily discounted merchandise, with nothing held back. Many items will be priced at or below wholesale levels. Sale prices exclude layaways, consignment guns and LE Programs. 10% will apply to in-stock items only. Factory reps. and other special guests will be here.

Recepient of the SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATON Three days only! AWARD FOR NEW HAMPSHIRE’S THURSDAY, FRIDAY, and SATURDAY. VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS th th th OF THE YEAR JUNE 27 , 28 , AND 29 FOR 2019!! THE VILLAGE GUN STORE 4 KINGS SQUARE, WHITEFIELD, NH 03598 603-837-2345 • www.villagegun.com WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 Coös County Democrat A11 ••• Local 4-H’ers take part in State Activities Day from each county are Diajana Griffin, a bronze medal for her age their top placings in the Diajana Griffin, and Sa- MANCHESTER then eligible to compete member of the Lion Cubs group in Communica- Senior (14 and up) cat- mantha Kuhn. — Nine Coös youth trav- at State Activities Day, 4-H Club in Stratford fin- tion & Expressive Arts egory for all of NH 4-H, In all New Hampshire eled to Manchester Com- a similar process at the ished with a silver medal demonstration category they both qualified to go communities, 4-H helps munity College to partic- statewide level. Top fin- in the Intermediate (11- and a gold medal for her to Louisville Kentucky young people acquire ipate in New Hampshire ishers ages 12 and up 13) age group for Animal poster promoting 4-H. in the fall to compete knowledge, develop life 4-H State Activities Day at State Activities Day Science - Small & Com- Aly Hook, also a Ju- nationally. Avi will go skills and form attitudes on May 4, 2019. State Ac- are invited to represent panion Animals demon- nior (8-10) and a member with her demonstration that help them become tivities Day provides an New Hampshire at the stration category. of the Early Risers 4-H and Amie will travel to self-directed, productive, opportunity for youth regional Eastern States Shantel Corliss & Club presented in the Kentucky for the fourth contributing members and teens to build confi- Exposition (“The Big Ciera Challinor, both Open Class demonstra- time to compete with her of society. 4-H leaders dence and communica- E”), where their presen- members of the Pleas- tions and brought home Public Speech. guide youth through the tion skills. 4-H’ers begin tation will be seen by ant Valley 4-H Club in the gold medal. Patience King of the fun learning process. the process by devel- countless fairgoers. Par- Lancaster, also finished Samantha Kuhn Lion Cubs 4-H Club If you would like more oping a project in their ticipants in these events with a silver medal in earned a silver medal in finished with a bronze information about 4-H, local Club program. gain valuable life skills the senior (14 and up) the Intermediate (11-13) medal in the Intermedi- contact Chris Whiting, Projects may be entered that will provide an ad- age group for Animal Horse Demonstrations ate (11-13) Fashion Selec- 4-H Program Manager at in their county’s 4-H Ac- vantage on future appli- Science - Small & Com- category. tions contest. Christine.whiting@unh. tivities Day, where they cations, interviews, and panion Animals catego- Aviara Challinor The youth qualify- edu or call 788-4961. are judged through the everyday life. ry. of Pleasant Valley 4-H ing to go to The Big E application of unified The results for Coos Ella Gilbert, member Club and Amie Weagle with their presentations criteria based upon pre- participants in the dif- of Early Risers 4-H Club of Colts & Fillies 4-H are: Shantel Corliss and sentation type, subject ferent categories are as in Colebrook and a Ju- Club in Stark, not only Ciera Challinor, Aviara area, and age. Awardees follows. nior (8-10) took home the earned gold medals for Challinor, Amie Weagle, Trail (continued from Page A1) ends in Wells River, Vt. Last week, Borows- get larger support.” sourceful in getting this Hampshire Charitable “I chatted with the ki met with the Friends According to Borows- cross-state route on the Foundation, which is weeks later. Earlier Cross Vermont Trail of the Presidential Rail ki, there are approx- ground,” said Borowski. supporting trail signage, this year she cycled the staff, and they encour- Trail, the Friends of the imately fifty miles of “I have found that meet- cartography, weather- 237-mile Katy Trail that aged me to continue the Pondicherry Wildlife paved roads and thir- ing so many interesting proof map printing, pro- stretches across Missou- trail across New Hamp- Refuge and collabora- ty-two miles of unpaved people, from cyclists to motional materials and ri. shire,” said Borowski. tors from the National surfaces along the span politicians to advocates, publicity. According to When asked about her “All it took was map- Park Service, Rivers and of the Adventure Trail. town planners and select Borowski, the goal is to inspiration for the Ad- ping, a few reconnais- Trails Division to review “You’ll want a bicycle board members. These spread the word about venture Trail, Borowski sance missions, explora- the route connecting tire that can do well on meetings have been an the trail, entice cyclists said, “I had been over to tions with friends and Whitefield to Randolph. both road and trail,” she unexpected pleasure in to come to explore it Vermont and liked what preparing a website with “We all have the same said. “Some of the rail this endeavor.” and make the path us- they were doing, con- all the info.” feeling about this,” she trails are a little rough Last fall, Borowski er-friendly with signage necting rail trails and At present, if cyclists said. “By combining here and there, and the received an assistance and informative maps. farm roads.” can access the website, pieces of roads and trails Ammonoosuc Rail Trail grant from the National The Cross New Hamp- The Adventure Trail download and read cue to make a cross-state is shared with ATVs.” Parks Service, Rivers shire Adventure Trail is utilizes existing back sheets or download the system like this, it gives “Although I am an or- and Trails Division, to the first cross-state bicy- roads, conservation GPS file to their bike a little more importance ganization of just one at help develop the route. cle route in the state. paths, wildlife refuges computer, they can to each piece along the this point, there are so In March, she received a and rail trails. It picks follow the Cross New way. Instead of getting many people who have $13,620 Local Grant from up where the 91-mile Hampshire Adventure help or funding for a been supportive, help- the Neil and Louise Til- Cross Vermont Trail Trail border to border. small path, you might ful encouraging and re- lotson Fund at the New

Honors ademic excellence and and wish her all the best of the National Honor This year’s Third continuing her educa- (continued from Page A1) setting the bar high. on her future life and ca- Society, New Hampshire Honors recipient is Lau- tion at Plymouth State She has aspirations of reer endeavors. Scholar, Student Coun- ryn St. Cyr. Lauryn is University studying team and NH Allstate having a successful and The honor of Saluta- cil, as well as a crucial the daughter of Ryan Biochemistry with a fur- 1st team in basketball. enjoyable career in the torian is presented to member of Groveton’s and Tonya St. Cyr of ther intent for Dentistry She is a National Honor medical field along with Khaley Styles. Khaley Key Club. She has spent Groveton. She is an avid school. For her senior Society member, a New contributing beyond is the daughter of Dae- countless hours volun- member of the Nation- project she worked close- Hampshire Scholar, herself in ways of giving gan and Marlene Styles teering her time to her al Honor Society and is ly with local Dentists Student Council mem- back to her patients and of Groveton. She will school and community their President, a New and Dental Assistants ber and has committed those in the community. be studying elementary in hopes of preserving Hampshire Scholar, a to gain a better knowl- her high school years to We are extremely proud education in the fall at and bettering the com- member of her Student edge and understanding community service, ac- of her accomplishments Keene State College. Her munity. We are so en- Council, a volunteer at of the dental field. We passions lie in working thused and proud of her Weeks Medical Center are so proud of you and the management as- with young children and achievements through- and an active member in know that you will do Project sessment program with providing them with out her high school ca- her community working great things, Lauryn! (continued from Page A1) principal forgiveness great foundational learn- reer. Best of luck in your at the recreation depart- Manager Ed Samson to through the CWSRF. ing. Khaley is a member post-secondary journey! ment. Lauryn will be sign any and all docu- This was voted by Lan- ments regarding same. caster residents at town A vote was taken and the meeting, however a vote SRO’s Carr mentioned that ion Anastasia added, cers in our buildings.” (continued from Page A1) motion carried. was needed by the Board his rapport far extends “The WMRSD school re- Times have changed, Selectman Leon Ride- to handle funds and sign- spends a lot of time sim- to his students after they source officer program according to Carr, who out said, “I think it’s an ing of the documents ply being a positive adult graduate high school, is a collaborative effort said “I am surprised important project for a needed to push the pro- in student’s lives. adding “If I hear about with our local law en- quite often as to what I historical building. If cess along. CWSRF aids “Often times, these something involving forcement officers, staff, actually hear, and how something happened to in water pollution con- children will only see a one of my old students, students, parents, and different kid’s lives are that building it would trol, and estuary man- police officer as someone I have no problem call- the community to offer and what drives them. make a huge hole on our agement projects that who is involved in an ing them up and having educational programs It’s baffling to me. To- Main Street. I’m very contribute to the protec- unpleasant incident at a discussion. Each time and support in the day’s world is very dif- happy that it will be re- tion of public health and home,” she said. “I like I’m able to bring that schools that contribute ferent than it was 20 furbished and will find a water quality. to show them the posi- student back to center to a safe school environ- years ago.” new use.” The meeting was ad- tive side of being an offi- and avoid anything neg- ment. We are fortunate Carr summed it In other business, journed but not before cer, in that we are friend- ative from happening to to have this relationship up best, saying “It’s Samson mentioned the the Board reappoint- ly and approachable and them.” with the local PD and all about respect and Clean Water State Re- ed Fire Warden Kevin are here to help.” Superintendent Mar- have high quality offi- there’s not enough of it. volving Fund loan for Whiting.

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Courtesy Macee McGee just complet- Enroll today in WMCC’s ed the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Weeks Memorial Library. Families are invited to join STEM Health Career Camp the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program at Weeks Memorial Library. BERLIN — White really fun because you try Health Consortium The 1,000 Books Before Mountains Community learn and participate in along with the Northern Kindergarten program is a College and the North many fields and activ- New Hampshire Area nationwide challenge that Country Health Con- ities.” It’s a great expe- Health Education Cen- encourages parents and care- sortium are pleased to rience and you learn a ter, The Community Col- givers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading announce the seventh lot.” and “I would tell leges of New Hampshire just one book a night, fam- Science, Technology, my friends that STEM Foundation, NASA, and ilies can reach the 1,000- Engineering, and Math- camp is awesome!” Par- the Neil and Louise Til- book goal in three years and ematics camp with a ents commented, “She lotson Fund of the New provide their children essen- Health Careers Twist has had a fantastic time! Hampshire Charitable tial early literacy skills. (STEM - Health). STEM Loved everything.” and Foundation. Camp tui- - Health camp, designed “It has been great. He tion is $279 with schol- for students entering comes home really ex- arships available upon grades 6 through 8, pro- cited and has so much request. Acceptance vides hands-on, fun- to talk about.” Students and scholarship will be Lunenburg’s second filled activities that are who attended previous awarded on a first come meant to be introducto- camps said, “STEM basis. ry, interactive, and proj- camp is really fun be- Registration mate- Open Mic set for Saturday ect-based in the areas of cause you learn and par- rials and information science, technology, en- ticipate in many fields can be obtained on the LUNENBURG, Vt. — Lunenburg’s second Open Mic of the season will be held gineering, mathematics, and activities.” White Mountains Com- on Saturday, June 8, beginning at 6 p.m. It will be held at the Old Congregational and health professions. STEM-Health camp munity College website Church building located at the top of the Lunenburg Common off Route 2. This building is accessible with a portable restroom nearby. Some of the activities will run for one week, at www.wmcc.edu or Music lovers will find a family friendly, relaxed, small town atmosphere at planned for this year’s Monday through Friday, by contacting Tamara this gathering. Bring your instruments, voices, and dancing feet or plan to sit camp include Rocket 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 24 Roberge, Project Manag- and enjoy the evening in the beautiful historical setting. Please bring a finger Building, Veterinary through June 28. er by email at troberge@ food to share; beverages will be provided. Adults $3, free for performers as well Medicine, GPS, Adap- The WMCC STEM ccsnh.edu or by phone as kids accompanied by an adult. A door prize drawing will take place during tive Sports, Dentistry, - Health camp is an out- 342-3062. We encourage the evening. Proceeds benefit the restoration project of the Top of the Common and much more. reach programs sup- early registration. Con- Committee. For more Open Mic information e-mail [email protected] or Students who attend- ported by the White sider sponsoring a child! call Chris 802-892-6654. Other Lunenburg events can be found at www.topoft- ed the 2018 STEM camp Mountains Community hecommon.org. said, “STEM camp is College, the North Coun-

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Tara Giles Tara Giles Spartan Griffin Crane made it to third base on a hit that reached just beyond first base. Crane Gunnar Carr makes a great play at first base during round one of the playoffs against Mascenic was like lightning as he rounded the bases, just making it to third in the nick of time during a on May 30. home game against Mascenic on May 30. On to the Final Four White Mountains baseball beats Mascenic and PMHS BY TARA GILES Tara Giles [email protected] (Left) Connor Bosse makes a WHITEFIELD — nice scoop at second base for The White Mountains the Spartans on May 30 in Regional High School Whitefield in round one. boys' baseball team is The visitors put a on a roll after winning runner on first after the first two rounds a base hit in the top of of the playoffs last the fifth. Brown, Bosse week. The first game and Carr quickly took place on May 30, stopped the small rally against 11th-ranked and the Spartans were Mascenic. The Spar- up to bat again. tans took the win with Things were qui- the final score at 9-2. et until the bottom of On June 1, the team the sixth inning when faced 14th-ranked White Mountains add- Prospect Mountain ed three more runs and came out on top to the board. Crane with an easy 17-1 win. reached on an error In the top of the first at third base then was inning against Masce- sent home on a Brown nic, Spartan Gunnar single. Corrigan Carr made a nice catch reached after getting along the first base- hit by the pitch, and a line to get the first out. three in the lineup. In Bosse double brought Plays by Tyler Hicks the bottom half, the in two more runs. on third and Carr made Spartans went down Mascenic scored for the next two outs for an uneventful half. two runs in the top to sit the side. Leadoff Mascenic was sat of the seventh inning batter Griffin Crane down again one, two, but it was too little too scored one run in the three in the top of late. bottom half and was the fourth inning by On Saturday, June advanced after a nice Brown. Crane reached 1, the Spartans faced double by his cousin first after an error in Prospect Mountain Hicks. Braxton Brown right field followed where Hicks hit two was walked, and Jack by Hicks, who was home runs. Team- Curtis hit a sacrifice walked. A double by mates Brown and pop to center field to Brown drove Crane Crane each added drive in the run. home and an error at another home run to In the top of the third base put Riley their record as well as second inning, Brown Corrigan on first. the Spartans won 17-1. struck out the first batter, then Connor Bosse and Carr teamed up for two plays to get the next two outs. In the bottom half, Tara Giles the Spartans added Jack Curtis of White Mountains made a fantastic catch at shortstop during a win over Mascenic three more runs after on May 30 in Whitefield. LaChance, Crane and Hicks touched down on home plate. LaChance SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 6:00 PM reached first on a walk. With two outs on the board, Crane sin- THE LATE MODELS gled to reach first and ARE BACK! banked an RBI. Hicks walked then Brown CREATIVE COUNTERS AND reached on an error in VERMONT SOLID SURFACE LATE MODEL SERIES, center field. The score RACE #1 75-LAPS was 4-0 heading into the third inning. TIGER SPORTSMAN In the top of the KIDDIE third inning, Brown STREET STOCKS RACE CAR sat down the side after BONE STOCKS RIDES striking out the first DAREDEVILS Tara Giles ADULTS: $14 • SENIOR/MILITARY: $12 (Right) Spartan Tyler Hicks TEENS 12-16: $5 • 11 AND UNDER: FREE made a great catch on June 1 as the team easily cruised www.speedway51int.com by Prospect Mountain to www.autosavergroup.com advance in the playoffs. Sports Editor - Joshua Spaulding - 279-4516 (phone) - 279-3331 (fax) - [email protected] B 2 Coös County Democrat Wednesday, June 5, 2019 •••

Tara Giles Tara Giles Spartan Haile Hicks fires the pitch against Fall Mountain during round one of the playoffs on White Mountains’ Nicole Gross was strong behind the plate during a home playoff game against May 29. Fall Mountain on May 29. Spartan softball knocked out by Belmont in quarterfinals

Tara Giles BY TARA GILES (Left) Senior Spartan Myah [email protected] Bastian makes the play at WHITEFIELD — first during an easy win over For the first time Fall Mountain on May 29. in seven years, the White Mountains Re- two walks and a sin- gional High School gle. Hicks made con- softball team will not tact in the bottom half make it to Plymouth but three strikeouts State's Chase Field to put the Spartans back compete in the Divi- on defense. sion III Final Four. Hicks struck out one The Spartans were in the top of the sixth knocked out in game inning. Belmont had two of the playoffs by a runner on second sixth-ranked Belmont when Bastain caught after a close 2-1 match. a pop along the first Both teams had strong baseline for out num- defense, however the ber two. The third out Spartans could not was taken care of by connect their bats, Bastian to sit the side. causing them to suffer Treamer scored one on offense. run for the Spartans In the top of the in the bottom half af- first inning, start- ter reaching on a sin- ing standout pitcher gle. Avi Challinor ad- Haile Hicks struck out vanced Treamer after the first two batters, hitting a single that walked the third, then flew threw second and a play from Meg Nel- first base. Hicks was son over to Myah Bas- intentionally walked tian on first was out followed by a hit from number three. In the Bastian. bottom half, Maddy The Spartan defense Bean reached first on held Belmont in the a walk but was thrown top of the seventh. The out stealing second. bottom half was a nail- Hicks struck out biter as Bean reached two batters in the top first on a single with of the second inning, two outs already on the then made a nice play Tara Giles board. Treamer sin- over to Bastian at first Mackenzie Treamer of White gled to advance Bean for out number three Mountains tags the runner to third base. Treamer to sit the side. In the out at third base during then ran to second on bottom half, Hicks and round two against Belmont an overthrow and was Bastian reached first on June 1. thrown out, calling the on a walk. Courtesy to her tally and just at game in Belmont's fa- runner Morgan Doolan the right moment. Bel- vor. reached third and was mont had runners on There was a ques- in scoring position but second and third base tion raised by Coach was left stranded after when Hicks secured Forest Hicks as to

Tara Giles the final out. Pop up whether or not Tream- (Right) Maddy Bean of hits by the Spartans er was obstructed by WMRHS steps up to the made for easy outs for the second baseman, plate during a battle against Belmont to make the however the umpires Belmont on June 1. bottom half a quick did not change the call. one. Earlier in the week strikeouts. Belmont lit up the the Spartans bested Hicks added two board in the top of the Fall Mountain 7-0 in more strikeouts in the fourth inning after game one. top of the third inning scoring two runs on PASS Super Late Model race postponed until Aug. 10

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Tara Giles Harmony Jones of Groveton made a catch no one will forget during a tough playoff game against Tara Giles Colebrook on May 29. Eagle pitcher Jill Laverty fires the pitch against Colebrook in Groveton on May 29. Mohawks eliminate Eagles in opening round Harmony Jones makes catch of the season in Groveton

8BY TARA GILES ball between her hand [email protected] and her glove, lost it, GROVETON — The then recovered it, as Groveton High School only someone with girls' softball team had true determination a great season, how- could do. ever were picked off Colebrook scored by the Mohawks from one run in the top of Colebrook in round the first inning on a one of the playoffs. single and a double. In Colebrook bested the the bottom half, Jill La- Eagles 10-3 on May verty and Micki Groo- 29th, closing out the tenboer made contact season for the team in but their infield pops purple. gave the team two The highlight of the outs. Lauren Tyler and game was a right field Katelyn Desilets each catch by Harmony had base hits but were Jones, who caught the left stranded after a Tara Giles Groveton’s Lauren Tyler is safe at first during a playoff game against Colebrook on May 29. strikeout. first. gles banked two more All about two wheels Things took a sour Colebrook added runs after Grootenbo- turn for the Eagles in another run in the top er reached on a walk the top of the second of the third and fourth and Laverty reached inning when the Mo- innings, bumping the on an error at third at NHMS in June hawks pounded out score 10-0, leaving base. seven more runs to Groveton with little There was no such LOUDON — If you’d the inaugural Laconia out Penguin Roadracing give the team an ear- hope to answer. luck in the seventh rather ride on two Short Track presented School June 12-13 prior ly comfortable lead. The Eagles were inning, leaving Cole- wheels than four, New by Russ Brown Motor- to the Loudon Road Race The runs came in after able to drive in one brook to advance. The Hampshire Motor Speed- cycle Attorneys on June Series taking on the road five singles and two run in the bottom of Mohawks faced num- way is the place to be in 15, featuring riders from course for round three walks. The bottom half the fifth inning af- ber one seed Epping June. Highlighted by Mo- American Flat Track. of the 2019 season, June was a one hitter for ter Grootenboer was on June 1 and were torcycle Week at NHMS, The 96th annual Loudon 14-16. Groveton with Kather- walked to first. bumped out of the which runs simultane- Classic, known as the NHMS hosts many ine Bushey being the In the bottom of the tournament after suf- ously with Laconia Mo- longest-running motor- other clubs and events only player to reach sixth inning, the Ea- fering a 7-2 loss. torcycle Week, June 8-16, cycle race in America, throughout the month of this month brings a vari- has moved back to Fa- June including: ety of motorcycle and bi- ther’s Day, June 16. Sports Car Club of cycle events to Loudon. For a different type New Hampshire on June “All of us have been of two-wheeled riding, 30; looking forward to June families are encouraged J&J’s Yolk & Co. Oval for quite some time to ride their bicycles Series on June 8; now,” said David Mc- on “The Magic Mile” at United States Classic Grath, executive vice Dale Jr. Foundation’s Racing Association on president and general Safe Kids 301 on June June 8-9; manager of New Hamp- 5. This event kicks off North East Drift Co. shire Motor Speedway. bike-riding season and on June 8-9; “Not only will we be celebrates bicycle safety MOAT Mountain hosting the inaugural with helmet checks, live Road Course Series on event on our brand new entertainment and more. June 15-16; Flat Track along with This free event is hosted Third annual New En- the 96th annual Loudon by Speedway Children’s gland Short Track Show- Classic during Laconia Charities New Hamp- down on June 22-23; Motorcycle Week, but we shire Chapter and the New Hampshire Kart- also have a variety of oth- Children’s Hospital at ing Association Racing er events throughout the Dartmouth-Hitchcock’s Series on June 22; month that our fans will Injury Prevention Pro- Boston Chapter of the enjoy with their families gram. BMW Car Club of Ameri- as summer finally kicks The Sunapee Racing ca on June 29. off.” Team will hold cycling For ticket informa- Motorcycle Week at events at the speedway tion for events at New NHMS will feature demo every Thursday through Hampshire Motor Speed- rides and vendors (June Sept. 12 (except July 18). way, including the June 10-15), all new camping Cyclists from all over 8-16 Motorcycle Week options, Supermoto East New England participate at NHMS, the July 19-21 Coast (June 14-15), mo- in and promote the sport Monster Energy NA- torcycle rides and on- of competitive cycling SCAR Cup Series Fox- track action on both the with a keen emphasis woods Resort Casino 301 new 0.25-mile Flat Track on its long term viability race weekend and the and the 1.6-mile road and growth. Sept. 20-21 Full Throttle course. If you’re just learning Fall Weekend, visit the The speedway’s new- how to ride a motorcy- speedway web site at est racing surface, The cle or want to fine-tune NHMS.com or call fan re- Flat Track, will host your riding skills, check lations at 783-4931. B 4 Coös County Democrat Wednesday, June 5, 2019 •••

Joshua Spaulding Spartan Taima Ronish is pictured here competing in the long Joshua Spaulding jump during the Division III State Meet in Durham on May 25. Senior Hunter MacLeod of WMRHS takes the baton from junior Kevin Schanlaber during the 4x100-meter relay during the state Ronish placed first in the 100-meter hurdles. meet on May 25 in Durham. Ronish and Parker win state championships

BY TARA GILES [email protected] DURHAM — On Sat- urday, May 25, the Spar- tan track team headed to the seacoast where they participated in the Division III State Cham- pionships at UNH. The boys’ team placed fourth overall, the high- est in several years. The girls' team took sixth place this year, however the loss of some strong seniors left the team in a rebuilding year after last year’s champion-

Joshua Spaulding (Right) Junior Spartan Jack Parker took second place in the pole vault at the D-III state meet in Durham on May 25. Mules wanted for 10th annual Anthem Sunrise Ascent PINKHAM NOTCH — Planning is under way for the 10th annual

Anthem Sunrise Ascent Joshua Spaulding on Mt. Washington to Kevin Schanlaber, of White Mountains is pictured here during be held Aug. 4 at the Mt. the long jump in Durham on May 25. He took third place, Washington Auto Road advancing himself on to the Meet of Champions. and ASPNC is seeking various types of volun- ship. 11th in the javelin with teers. This unique and Senior Nick Travers a distance of 123 feet, inspiring event, spon- scored points in the nine inches. sored by Anthem Blue 100-meter dash, placing In the girls' competi- Cross and Blue Shield in sixth in a time of 12.22. tion, Blayne LaChance New Hampshire, raises Forest Pribbernow had a great day in the funds to support Adap- was just out of scoring 800-meter race, bank- tive Sports Partners of range, taking eighth ing a personal best of the North Country (AS- place in a time of 12.37. 2:27.61 for a fourth place PNC) and its mission to Sophomore Logan finish. Senior Leah Dut- provide year-round op- Rines placed 14th in kewych placed eighth in portunities for sports, the 110-meter hur- the 1,600-meter run in a recreation and wellness COURTESY PHOTO dles in a time of 19.55. time of 5:39.05. for people with disabil- Team Charlie (Littleton) makes its way up the Mt. Washington Auto Road for the ninth Rines placed 13th in the Taima Ronish is ities. Before sunrise, Sunrise Ascent. 300-meter hurdles in a the state champion in adaptive athletes begin ing as needed to reach ciate their roadrunners and experience the ben- time of 50.11. the 100-meter hurdles, their ascent of the 7.6- the summit. The goal is greatly. Registration efits of physical activity, The boys' 4x100-meter crossing in a time of mile Mt. Washington to have 20-25 mules per for roadrunners opens skill development and relay team of Travers, 17.04. Auto Road with the team. Mules must at- July 1. being part of an inclusive Kevin Schanlaber, Hunt- The girls' 4x100-me- goal of reaching the tend one training hike Register as a brunch community of caring in- er MacLeod and Forest ter relay team of Kadi summit of Mt. Wash- and are asked to raise volunteer. Bottom Side dividuals. For additional Pribbernow took third Bedell, Ronish, Abby ington. Each athlete is $355 towards their team Brunch volunteers pro- information, visit www. place in a time of 45.73, Friedman and Lena supported by a team of goal of $6,288, which is vide support by donating sunriseascent.org. earning them a spot at Dodier took fourth “mules” who push, pull, equal to the height of goods for the celebratory Adaptive Sports the Meet of Champions. place in a time of 54.11. and encourage the ath- Mt. Washington. The brunch after the climb. Partners of the North The 4x400-meter relay LaChance, Bella Cro- lete to the summit. The registration fee for a Sponsor or donate to a Country (ASPNC) is a team of Zeke and Forest nin, Friedman and physical challenge, cou- mule is $62.88. Regis- team. You can donate to community-based, not Pribbernow, Travers Dodier teamed up again pled with the natural tration is open until individual teams to help for profit 501(c)(3) orga- and Sunjay Sood scored for the 4x400-meter re- beauty of the sun rising June 17. meet their fundraising nization with a mission more points after plac- lay, placing just out of over the Presidential Register as a trail an- goal by visiting www. to enrich of the quality ing third in a time of scoring in seventh place Mountain range, cre- gel. Trail angels are vol- sunriseascent.org. Busi- of life for people with 3:40. in a time of 4:30. Dodier, ates an exciting and unteers who are unable nesses and individuals disabilities. ASPNC ac- Big points came for Dutkewych, Cronin and memorable experience to make the climb or are also invited to take complishes this through the Spartans in the field LaChance took fourth for all involved. This attend the event. Their advantage of several by providing year-round events after junior Jack place in the 4x800-meter year, 15 athletes have role is to assist a specific sponsorship opportuni- opportunities for sport, Parker took first in the relay in a time of 10:39. accepted the challenge team with meeting and ties for this milestone recreation, and wellness high jump, clearing six Friedman took and ASPNC is seeking exceeding their fund- year. Sponsorship infor- throughout the Franco- feet, two inches. Parker eighth in the high jump, volunteers to join in raising goal of $6,288. mation is available on nia area, North Coun- went on to take second clearing four feet, six this inspirational jour- There is a special award the web site, or you can try of New Hampshire in the pole vault, clear- inches. Bedell placed ney and help these ath- for the top fundraising call the office at 823-5232 and Northeast Kingdom ing 11 feet, six inches. 12th, clearing four feet, letes reach the summit, team, so trail angels to learn more. of Vermont. Last year, Parker scored 18 points four inches. Friedman standing at 6,288 feet. can be a huge help and The Anthem Sunrise ASPNC and its dedicat- in just these two events placed second in the There is a role in this athletes love the extra Ascent on Mt. Washing- ed volunteers provided alone. pole vault, launching event for people of all support. Registration is ton seeks to raise more more than 1,650 activity In the jumping pit, herself seven feet, six ability levels, including open until June 17. than $62,880 to provide sessions to nearly 200 Schanlaber placed third inches. LaChance took non-hikers. Register as a roadrun- year-round sports, rec- people with disabilities. in the long jump with a 10th, clearing six feet. You can get involved ner. Roadrunners drive reation, and wellness Adaptive Sports Part- distance of 20 feet, 1.25 Ronish took fifth in the Sunrise Ascent their empty cars up the programs for people of ners of the North Coun- inches. He then took place in the long jump, and support this great Auto Road to transport all ages and abilities. try’s office is located at fifth in the triple jump, with a distance of 15 cause in the following teams back down to the Through ASPNC’s mis- 297 Main St., Franconia. flying 39 feet, 10 inches. feet, three inches. She ways: Bottom Side Brunch Cel- sion fulfillment, thou- For more information Zeke Pribbernow took then went on to take Register as a mule. ebration following the sands of participants please visit www.Adap- fourth in the discus third in the triple jump Mules hike alongside an ascent. After a grueling have been encouraged to tiveSportsPartners.org with a launch of 118 feet, with a leap of 33 feet, 1.5 adaptive athlete, help- climb, the teams appre- maximize their abilities or call 823-5232. six inches. He placed inches. Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Coös County Democrat B5 •••

son at 7 p.m. For more northcountrynh.toast- For information, con- its sporting clays sea- info regarding topic mastersclub.org for tact John at 802-328- son. Be there by 4:45 and speakers: contact more information. 2182. p.m. to sign in and Eric, 348-1140. begin at 5 p.m. on any Narcotics Anony- North Country Sur- Wednesday.’ Bring Addiction Recov- mous - Trinity Unity vivors of Suicide Loss your own shotgun, eye ery Program - LDS Methodist Church, Support Group, meet- & ear protection and Family Services of Lancaster Road, ing the first Thursday 50-plus shells. This is The Church of Jesus Whitefield. Wed. 7- 8 of each month from open to all but juniors Christ of Latter-day p.m. 6:30-8 p.m. at Weeks require adult supervi- Saints sponsors week- Medical Center (hos- sion. ly Addiction Recovery Robots Arrive to pital) in Lancaster. If Meetings. Addictions Plug-in to the Li- attending for the first This Week's Calen- can include tobacco, brary!- Every Tues- time or for more infor- dar of Events: alcohol, coffee, tea, day from 3:30-4:30pm, mation contact Rich- June 5: OWLS Pro- drugs (both prescrip- the Gorham Public ard Cotter at 603-219- gram, 8 a.m., North tion and illegal), gam- Library runs an elec- 8912 or Sara Cotter at Country Community bling, codependency, tricity program (Plug- 603-631-5629. Recreation Center, 33 self-destructive eating in to the Library!) that Rec Rd., Colebrook. Send us your listings by 9 a.m. on Friday [email protected] patterns and compul- is designed to teach Berlin Materi- Democrat, P.O. Box 29, Lancaster, NH 03584 sive spending. The school-age kids about al Girls Quilt Guild FIT-4-EVAH, 9:30- program is based upon the different types Meeting. First Monday 10:30 a.m., North Ongoing Events: be found at weeksmed- the Twelve Steps of of energy. In addi- of the month at 6:30 Country Community Grandparent/Care- ical.org. Alcoholics Recovery tion to snap circuits; p.m., St. Kieran Arts Recreation Center, 33 giver Support Group meetings are confiden- squishy circuits made Center, 155 Emery St, Red Rd., Colebrook. facilitated by the Gor- Chronic Disease tial, free and ongoing, with home-made play Berlin. Sew days are ham Family Resource Self-Management and all discussion is dough; LED lights; on Tuesdays. Come Wind Down Wednes- Center. Second and Workshops “Bet- held in strict confi- and other amazing and join us! Like us on days, 5-8 p.m., Corner fourth Thursdays of ter Choices, Better dence. Dress is infor- electronic devices... Facebook. of High Street & Route the month, 5-6:30 p.m. Health” is a free 2-hour mal and anyone is the library now has 26, downtown Cole- Offering support for 6 week peer supported welcome. Group Lead- two robots available Open Mic, the 3rd brook. grandparents/rela- workshop held each ers: Elder and Sister during this program. Saturday of every tive caregivers raising week for people living Putnam, 435-720-2856, Recon 6.0 Programma- month, at Christ Unit- North Country ATV grandchildren/family with chronic illness [email protected]. ble Rover robots may ed Methodist Church, Club, 6-8 p.m., Night- members. St. Barna- or caring for someone Colebrook: Wednes- be programmed to Main St., Lancaster. hawks Club House, bas Episcopal Church, with a chronic illness. day, 6:30 p.m., United get a snack and come For more information, Stratford. 2 High St., Berlin. FMI Connect with others Methodist Church, 26 back, patrol and pro- call 603-631-4890. 466-5190. who understand. Top- Bridge Street, Cole- tect one’s surround- Colebrook Ski-Bees, ics covered include brook. Starts Wednes- ings, perform spy A Notch Above Pho- 7-9 p.m., Colebrook Story Hour at the nutrition, stress-man- day March 11, 2015 missions, etc. What a tography Club meets Country Club. Whitefield Public Li- agement, exercise, Randolph: Tuesday, super opportunity for the 2nd Saturday of brary, every Thurs- and communication. 6:30 p.m, Randolph kids to get electrified, each month at 1 PM in June 6: OWLS Pro- day, 10-11 a.m. (ex- Offered in Littleton, Hill #5, US Route 2, through playing with the conference room gram, 8 a.m., North cluding holidays). For Haverhill, Berlin, Randolph. age-specific learning of the Bethlehem Pub- Country Community children ages three to North Conway and toys and inventing, lic Library, 2245 Main Recreation Center, 33 five and their caregiv- Plymouth. Contact The First Bap- while advancing core St., Bethlehem, NH. Rec Rd., Colebrook. ers. Becky at 259-3700 or tist Church of North subject knowledge The club is open to ev- bmcenany@nchcnh. Stratford will again and skills (i.e. science, eryone interested in Aquacize with Car- The Coös County org for dates and loca- host monthly potluck math, English, histo- photography regard- ol Bouchard, 8:30-9:30 Small and Beginning tions of classes. suppers on the sec- ry-social studies). Con- less of skill level. We a.m., North Country Farmers meets on ond Saturday of each tact Sue @ 466-2525 for meet for informal dis- Community Recre- the 3rd Thursday of TOPS (Take Off month starting March more details. cussion, tutorials and ation Center, 33 Rec each month. The next Pounds Sensibly) 14. A variety of casse- Nessa Platt will be photo critiques, and Rd., Colebrook. monthly meeting will meets Thursday eve- roles, salads, baked offering beginner's we schedule periodic be in the basement of nings at the Lancast- beans and pies will be yoga classes at RizFit field trips and nature June 7: OWLS Pro- the Colebrook Public er Emergency Medi- served. Suppers are at on Depot Street in Lan- hikes. New members gram, 8 a.m., North Library, from 6:30 to 8 cal Services (LEMS) 5:30 p.m. The price is caster every Saturday are welcome. Contact Country Community p.m. Building, 19 Mechan- $7 adult. at 9 a.m. The cost will doctortim@wildblue. Recreation Center, 33 ic Street, Lancaster. be $10 per class. Call net for more infor- Rec Rd., Colebrook. Volunteers needed Weigh - in is 5-6 p.m., North Country ahead 603-631-4144 to mation or find us at for Colonel Town Rec- followed by a meeting Toastmasters now pre-register and save Meetup.com. Join us FIT-4-EVAH, 9:30- reation Playground at 6:15 p.m. Parking meets at Bailiwicks your spot! for fun, fellowship and 10:30 a.m., North Fundraising Commit- and entrance at rear Restaurant, 106 Main learning. Country Community tee. Meetings held the of building. Call Bon- Street in Littleton. Connecticut Val- Recreation Center, 33 second Tuesday of nie at 802-892-6614 for 6:30-7:30 p.m. Practice ley Sno-Riders Snow- Messianic gather- Red Rd., Colebrook. each month at Colonel more information. your communication mobile Club meets ing, Saturdays, 10:30 Town Recreation Cen- and leadership skills monthly a.m., 475 Whitefield Aquacize with Car- ter, 16 High St., Lan- Lancaster AA Meet- in an easygoing, no at the Guildhall, Vt. Rd., Bethlehem. Join ol Boucahrd, 6 p.m., caster, 788-3321. ings - Sundays 9:30 a.m. pressure, supportive town building on the us for teaching and a North Country Com- 3rd and 11th Step meet- atmosphere. Meet ev- third Saturday of each time of fellowship. For munity Recreation LEGO Monday, 3:30- ing at Weeks Hospital, ery 2nd and 4th Thurs- month more information, call Center, 33 Rec Rd., 4:30 p.m. A variety 3rd floor conference day at Littleton. Open at 7 p.m. Meetings 444-1230. Colebrook. of LEGO bricks and room. Wednesday's 7 to the public, ages 18 will be held February Suplos invites chil- p.m. - 12 & 12 discus- or older. Please con- 20, March 19 and April The Groveton Fish Umbagog Snowmo- dren to explore cre- sion group, Weeks tact e_brisson@yahoo. 16, 2016. & Game Club, Inc. bile Association, 7-8 ativity while building Hospital 3rd Floor con- com or call Elaine at New members and on Lost Nation Rd., p.m., Route 26, Errol. sensory-motor skills ference room; Thurs- 802-473-0120 to go to guests are welcome. Groveton has begun Calendar, PAGE ­­­B6 in a cooperative en- day's 8 p.m. open dis- vironment. Gorham cussion, at All Saints Public Library. Catholic Church, Main St., Lancaster. Satur- Plug-in to the Li- day's 7 p.m. Big Book Weeks Memorial Library brary, Tuesdays, 3:30- discussion group, 4:30 p.m. An electricity Weeks Hospital, 3rd have highlighted the There are sever- finished the fourth program for school- floor conference room. roles of women in war al novels for readers volume in her Six Tu- age kids that enhanc- Ongoing. time as spies, scien- following the various dor Queens fiction es academic skills tists, and survivors. suspense and mystery series with “Anna of through school-sub- The Presidential Novels use the same series. Janet Eva- Kleve: The Princess ject relevant toys and Gem and Mineral theme. Frances Liar- novich with her son in the Portrait.” Prin- crafts. Gorham Public Society meets the BY BARBARA R. ROBARTS det’s debut novel “We Peter continues their cess Anna of Kleve, is Library. 2nd Thursday of the Most of our calen- Must Be Brave” is the Kate and Nick books chosen from a picture month. There is a dars will show tomor- tale of newly married with “The Big Kahu- by grief-stricken Hen- Who-Who is Read- program, raffle and row as D-Day. Techni- Ellen Parr who finds na.” Elly Griffiths’ ry VIII as his fourth ing?, Wednesdays, refreshments. Jeffer- cally, according to the a young girl alone in newest entry in the wife, and while Henry 3:30-4:30 p.m. School son Town Hall 6:30 encyclopedia a d-day is the back of a bus as Ruth Galloway mys- is briefly interested in curriculum and rou- p.m. Open to all. For a secret date on which bombs fall over South- teries is “The Stone her, he soon becomes tines introduced as more info call Sharon a military operation ampton, England. Li- Circle.” Louise Pen- infatuated with one of fundamental compo- O'Neill at 466-2395 or is to begin. The most ardet highlights the ny calls Galloway a her maids-of-honor. nents in the 1000 Books Dave Tellman at 837- famous D-Day in Unit- mother/child rela- “captivating amateur The awkward relation- before Kindergarten 9764. ed States history was tionship that develops sleuth—an inspired ship between Henry literacy program for June 6, 1944, the date and the power of love creation.” Victoria and Anna needs to be children ages newborn Randolph Public Li- of the largest sea inva- even when blood rel- Thompson’s most re- terminated. Will he to 5 years of age. brary-Open Monday sion in history when atives let them down. cent gaslight mystery accuse her of adultery and Wednesday from the Allies invaded Ger- Jennifer Chiaverini’s is “Murder on Trinity and have her killed, or Weeks Diabetes 3- 8 p.m. and Friday man held Normandy in “Resistance Women” Place.” “The Body in will he return her to Support Group - The and Saturday from 10 northwestern France. follows an American the Wake” is Kather- Germany in disgrace? group meets the 3rd a.m. - noon. Although “Operation student who marries ine Hall Page’s 25th Alison Weir is also Tuesday of every Overlord” was a suc- a German economist book in the Faith Fair- well-known for her month at 7 p.m. in the Jefferson Chris- cess, it came with a and returns with him child mystery series numerous historical Weeks Hospital Board tian Church Sunday tremendous cost in to his native land. As with recipes included biographies of English Room. The hospital is Services, 8:30 a.m. at lives lost. By the end Hitler and the Nazi as usual. Other series royal figures. located at 173 Middle the IOOF Hall, across of the day five beaches Party strengthen, Mil- additions are “On a A couple new Street Lancaster, NH. from the Town Hall. had been secured, but dred becomes part of Summer Tide” by Su- non-fiction titles are The group is for diabe- Sunday School offered there were more than a resistance network zanne Woods Fisher “The Complete Baby tes patients, as well as during these services. 12,000 Allied casual- of women determined (Three Sisters Island), and Toddler Cook- friends and family of Everyone welcome. ties and 2,000 aircraft to resist them. “Lost “Bitter Brew” by G. A. book” by America’s people with diabetes. lost. Roses” by Martha Kel- McKevett (a Savannah Test Kitchen and “The Please contact Casey Coös County Re- The World Wars I ly examines Russian Reid mystery), and End of Alzheimer’s: Dowland at 788-5294 publicans meet on and II are come sub- involvement in World “Farmed Robbery” by the First Program to for more information. the third Thursday jects for today’s writ- War I through the eyes Marlene Chase (Amish Prevent and Reverse The Diabetes Support of each month at the ers. Several books of of three women, begin- Inn mysteries). Cognitive Decline” by Group Newsletter can Water Wheel in Jeffer- non-fiction recently ning in St. Petersburg. Alison Weir has just Dale Bredesen. B 6 Coös County Democrat Wednesday, June 5, 2019 •••

Calendar berry Hill Inn & Café, Country Community Rd., Colebrook. p.m., Town Hall, Nor- FOR CONSIDER- (continued from Page B5) Stratford. Recreation Center, 33 ton, Vt. ATION FOR THE June 8: ALBAN- Rec Rd., Colebrook. June 12: OWLS Pro- COÖS COUNTY NACH in Concert, June 10: Snow Blast- gram, 8 a.m., North Wind Down Wednes- DEMOCRAT 2-5 p.m., Great North ers, 4:30-6 p.m., Town Parent & Child Country Community days, 5-8 p.m., Corner AND BERLIN Woods Center for the Hall, Norton, Vt. Aquatics, 5:30 p.m., Recreation Center, 33 of High Street & Route REPORTER NO Arts, 1993 US Route 3, North Country Com- Rec Rd., Colebrook. 26, downtown Cole- LATER THAN Columbia. Parent & Child munity Recreation brook. ONE WEEK Aquatics, 5:30 p.m., Center, 33 Rec Center FIT-4-EVAH, 9:30- PRIOR TO THE Alpine Garden North Country Com- Rd., Colebrook. 10:30 a.m., North Port Cities in Con- DESIRED Exploration, 6 p.m., munity Recreation Country Community cert, 7-9 p.m., Rialto PUBLICATION AMC Lodge, Pinkham Center, 33 Rec Center Aquacize with Recreation Center, 33 Theatre, 80 Main St., DATE TO Notch, Jackson. Rd., Colebrook. Carol Boucahrd, 6 Red Rd., Colebrook. Lancaster. BRENDAN@SAL- p.m., North Country MONPRESS.NEWS Stratford Night- June 11: OWLS Pro- Community Recre- Northeast Kingdom PLEASE FORWARD or call 603-279-4516, hawks, 6-7 p.m., Blue- gram, 8 a.m., North ation Center, 33 Rec Snow Blasters, 4-6 CALENDAR ITEMS EXT. 101. COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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NOTICE TOWN OF GUILDHALL INVITATION TO BID

1. Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Guildhall, Vermont, hereinafter referred to as the "Owner," for performing the work as described as follows: "Exterior Siding Repair and Painting of the Guild Hall", and dated NOTICE 5/28/2019 as described more fully in the Plans and Specifications, on or before 6:00 o'clock, in TOWN OF CARROLL the PM, June 19, 2019 at the Guild Hall (Town AVRRDD Office), PO Box 10, 13 Courthouse Dr., Guildhall, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS Town Clerk/Tax Collectors office VT 05905, at which time said bids will be publicly WASTE COLLECTION opened and read. will be closed 2. All bids must be made on the “Bid for Exterior Saturday, June 22, 2019 Wednesday, June 12, 2019 Siding Repair and Painting” form which is 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. for a Workshop. available from the Town Clerk by: Sorry for the inconvenience. A. Email: [email protected] AVRRDD Transfer Station B. Phone: 802-676-3797 (voice mail when 100 West Milan Road, Route 110, Berlin office is closed) For residents of: C. In Person: Tuesdays 9 am – 3 pm or Berlin, Dummer, Errol, Gorham, Thursdays 12 – 6 pm. INVITATION TO BID Jefferson, Milan, Northumberland, Unused, Surplus Equipment/Furniture 3. A bidder may withdraw any proposal submitted Randolph, Stark, the Unincorporated Places prior to the hour set for the closing of the bids The White Mountains Regional School District’s provided the request is signed in a manner in Coos County and Shelburne Arthur T. Paradice Career and Technical Education identical with the proposal being withdrawn. Center, at White Mountains Regional High School, 4. The Town of Guildhall will be responsible for TRANSFER STATION WILL BE CLOSED and the White Mountains Regional School District’s payment in accordance with the terms of the FOR REGULAR BUSINESS Maintenance Department are conducting a sealed contract when the work is completed. bid auction of unused, surplus equipment and furniture. The Guildhall Selectboard reserves the right to Telephone: 752-3342 for information reject any or all bids. Website: www.avrrdd.org For additional bidding information and to view items included in the auction online, please visit Town of Guildhall, VT. By: George Blakeslee www.sau36.org and click on the link that says Title: Town Clerk “WMRSD Equipment/Furniture Disposal Bids” on the main page or https://tinyurl.com/ctebids. Bids must be submitted on the form provided and in a sealed envelope. Envelopes shall be clearly marked “WMRSD EQUIPMENT SEALED BID”, PUBLIC NOTICE followed by the bidder’s full name. Bids must be NASH STREAM FOREST received by 11:00 AM on Monday, June 10, 2019. Submit sealed bids to: SAU 36, 14 King Square, PROJECT FILE # P3-415 Whitefield, NH 03598. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources The White Mountains Regional School Board Division of Forests and Lands reserves the exclusive right to accept/reject any or ODELL, NEW HAMPSHIRE all bids as deemed in the best interest of the school district and their decision will be final. By authority granted under RSA 227-G:3 and 227-H:2 the New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands is planning a forest operation that includes the commercial harvest of timber on 404 acres of the Nash Stream Ampersand Gilman Hydro LP (“AGH”) hereby publishes notice of its notification of intent to file Forest in the town of Odell, New Hampshire. This is a h h h h an application for a new license, of the pre-application document (“PAD”), and of its request to public notice to solicit comments or questions as part use the traditional licensing (“TLP”) process in connection with the Gilman Generating Station of the planning process. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST project located in located along the Connecticut River, in the Village of Gilman, VT in the Town FOR BIDS. The Division carries out timber harvests as Bring your of Lunenburg, Essex County, VT and in the Town of Dalton, Coos County, NH. These documents were filed with the Federal Energy Commission (“FERC”) on March 24, 2019 (NOI) and May part of a multiple use forest and wildlife management 30, 2019 (PAD and TLP request), respectively and are available for review and reproduction at 35 program on State owned woodlands. Please address Riverside Ave, Gilman, VT 05904, during regular business hours. written comments or request for information by June classified ad 18, 2019 to Director, Division of Forests and Lands, The Gilman generating Station is a 4,950 kW run-of-river hydroelectric station located on the Upper Connecticut River watershed, at river mile 300 on the Connecticut River. AGH intends to 172 Pembroke Road, Concord, New Hampshire 03301, right into continue operating the Project as a run-of-river hydroelectric station, as it has been over the past ATTN: Forest Management Bureau P3-415. 40 years. The boundary between the states of Vermont and New Hampshire passes through the Project, which straddles the two states. As a result of previous successful license applications, and the office ongoing discussion with federal and state agencies, AGH is confident that it will be able to provide a license application in line with the TLP guidelines in a timely manner, with limited controversy. NOTICE TO Pursuant to 18 C.F.R. § 5.5, AGH submitted its intention to file an application for a new license THE VOTERS IN THE located which generally outlines the project and lists all relevant stakeholders identified by AGH. In addition, AGH submitted the pre-application document in accordance with 18 C.F.R. § 5.6. TOWN OF WHITEFIELD The pre-application document consists of all existing information relevant to the project that is nearest to in AGH’s possession or could be obtained with the exercise of due diligence. This document has been distributed to FERC and all interested stakeholders to enable these entities to identify issues THE SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST and related information needs, develop study requests and study plans, and prepare documents WILL BE HOLDING A SESSION ON analyzing any license application that may be filed with FERC. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2019 you and The applicant’s name and address are as follows: FROM 10:00 AM TO 11:00 AM (LONGER IF NEEDED) Ampersand Gilman Hydro, LP AT THE SUMMIT BY MORRISON LOCATED drop it off. 717 Atlantic Avenue AT 56 SUMMIT DRIVE WHITEFIELD, NH Boston, MA 02111 contact. Greg Cloutier Chief Engineer FOR ANY ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS We’d love to Tel.+1-603-443-7610 THAT MAY BE NEEDED TO THE VOTER 2 Riverside Ave, Gilman Vt CHECKLIST. RSA 64:32 or SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST: see you! Amit Pinjani, Asset Manager KATHY DUNLAP ~ BARBARA JONES ~ Tel. + 1-416-643-6621 ANN-MARIE DEVIN h h h h Please note that comments on AGH’s request to use the TLP process should address, as appropriate to the circumstances of the request, (a) the likelihood of timely license issuance, (b) the complexity of the resource issues, (c) the level of anticipated controversy, (d) the relative cost of the TLP compared to the integrated process, (e) the amount of available information and potential for significant disputes over studies, or (f) other factors believed to be pertinent. Please also note that comments on AGH’s request to use the TLP process may be filed with FERC and AGH no later than 30 days following FERC’s public notification of the filing. Please reference FERC Project No. P-2392 and the applicant’s name and address when submitting comments to FERC. All comments submitted to FERC must be made in accordance with FERC’s filing procedures posted on http://www.ferc.gov. 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TWO FULL-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE: SAU #58 IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR A VACANCIES 2019-2020 HYGIENIST and a CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT Groveton Elementary School We would love to welcome you to be a part of our well-established caring family 2 Elementary Teachers dental office. We work together with a team approach to care and like to have fun Long-Term Substitutes (ID#3096347) here. Benefits include competitive wages, vacation, health insurance, uniform allowance, 401K, and a yearly Holiday Bonus. Knowledge of Eaglesoft and digital For more information or to apply please go to www.SchoolSpring.com and x-ray preferred. Hours are 7:30am to 5pm Monday through Thursday. reference the above job ID. All applications must go through SchoolSpring. If you are interested in either of these positions send your cover letter and resume to: If you have any questions regarding these positions, please contact: Dorothy Baxter, Office Manager Carrie Irving, Secretary SAU #58 St. Johnsbury Dental Associates 15 Preble Street, Groveton, NH 03582 One Place Notre Dame, Ste. 1 – St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 Fax: 802-748-8770 or e-mail it to: [email protected] Ph: 603-636-1437 • Fax: 603-636-6102 Schilling Beer Co. is accepting applications for EOE Assistant Manager, Bar Back, Food Truck, & Back of House/Kitchen. START YOUR NEW CAREER Reliable team players only. Fast-paced, dynamic IN REAL ESTATE JOB OPPORTUNITIES and fun work environment. Competitive wages • Full or part-time flexible schedules • Free Training *SIGN ON BONUS! • Generous Splits Full-Time Email [email protected] • Retirement Plan *RNs or call (603) 444-4800. Call: Chris Capitelli with two years’ experience or Broker/owner *MT / MLT 603-915-1531 Additional Full-Time Opportunities Speech / Language Therapist Ultrasound / Echo Technologist Radiologic Technologist Coding Supervisor PER DIEM OPPORTUNITIES Certified Surgical Technician LNA ED Technician Unit Secretary APPLY ONLINE WWW.UCVH.ORG Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital 181 Corliss Lane, Colebrook, NH 03576 WHITE MOUNTAINS Phone: (603)388-4236 TRUCK DRIVERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE [email protected] BERLIN, NH EOE WANTED Part-Time Position Available 8/2/2019 • CDL Qualified Accessibility Services Coordinator • 2-years experience (Counselor I) Coordinates all services for students with disabilities. • Construction experience a plus Position #W2R00045 $33.40–$36.08/hour Home Care Provider Opening Please call: 25 hours/week, Mon-Fri, during the academic year A couple or individual is needed to provide a home and (603) 447-5936 Ext. 307 View job description and apply at residential services to a Woman in her late fifties with an http://www.wmcc.edu/about-wmcc/white-mountains-communi- Intellectual disability. This woman enjoys spending time ty-college-job-page in the community and at home being active, she would Gorham, Conway, Ossipee, Concord, & Bethel Me FMI: Gretchen Taillon, Human Resources do great with a primary female provider to assist with [email protected] Personal care. Northern Human Services is searching for EEO a home that has a first floor bedroom and full bathroom. Great team support and training is provided to promote the individual’s independence. Compensation includes an annual contract with additional funding for frequent respite breaks, also an additional REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR, monthly stipend amount for room and board. “Payments made to Home Care Providers for the care of the individual LICENSED NURSE’S AIDES they are supporting in their home are considered Difficulty of Care JOIN OUR SUPERB TEAM! payments as defined in IRS code Section 131(c) and may not be AND HOMEMAKERS considered taxable income. NHS does not offer tax advice so please A.V. Home Care is expanding its service area and serving all FULL -TIME STAFF ADVOCATE consult a tax specialist for more details” of Coos County, therefore we need some new people, from needed to assist with activities, recreation, and This position requires a valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto insurance and the completion of criminal and background checks. This all communities, to join our team! Some people will work personal care for an endearing and dynamic remotely and some out of the Berlin office. Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and Provider. young man in the Littleton area. Good pay. For more information, please contact If you are tired of shift work and looking for a flexible, Medical/Dental, 403b, mileage reimbursement Michelle Scherer, Housing Coordinator at 237-5721. rewarding position, we are the agency for you! Home Care and other benefits included. Monday through enables you to work independently and make a significant Friday 8am-3pm. Bachelor Degree and difference in people’s lives. Must hold a experience with disabilities preferred. A calm, current NH License for RN or LNA positions. energetic, flexible, creative team player who can Homemakers should enjoy cleaning, errands, shopping and model excellent social skills, passionate about cooking. Experience in home health preferred but willing to making a difference in an individual’s life. train. Benefits package available. Valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto Call or email resume (603) 752-7505 insurance and completion of driving, criminal and email [email protected] background record checks required. 795 Main St. Berlin, NH 03570 Send resume plus cover letter and www.avhomecare.org three references to Amy at [email protected] Registered Nurse/Nurse Trainer NHS, Common Ground NHS Common Ground has a full time opening for a Looking for Applicants from the Berlin, Registered Nurse with interest in and or background Gorham, and Whitefield areas. in Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health. The Position: successful candidate will work closely with the agency Community Integrator Rate of pay: and the state to oversee medications of clients in ac- $11.50 per hour starting wage cordance with state regulations. This position requires Location: that you make regular visits to the homes of persons Community Services Center, 69 Willard St. Berlin, NH 03570 receiving agency services. Candidate will enjoy a busy, Qualifications: varied work routine, both inside and outside of the High School Diploma office. Excellent communication and listening skills are Valid driver’s license essential, as is prior experience and comfort working Successful completion of background checks Auto Insurance with individuals with developmental and psychiat- Responsibilities: ric disabilities. Proof of valid, current RN license is Provide support to individuals in volunteer and required. We offer flexible week-day hours, a sup- work settings. Support individuals to develop meaningful social portive multi-disciplinary work environment and the connections within our community and participate opportunity to utilize your nursing and people skills in in activities. a Human Services setting. Northern Human Services Assist and teach individuals to develop independent offers an excellent benefit package. We would love to living skills to include cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping and community activities. talk to you about this opportunity the many benefits Documentation and basic computer skills desired. that we have to offer. Full time benefits include: Health Insurance, opportunity for Dental and Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Vision care, 11 paid holidays, generous vacation sick time package, extended medical leave, tuition Northern Human Services, Common Ground reimbursement opportunity, mileage reimburse- Attn: Mark Vincent ment & retirement contribution. PO Box 299 Whitefield NH 03598 Interested applicants should email to [email protected] or fax to 603-837-9061. forward a resume or pick up an application at: Community Services Center This position requires a valid driver’s license, C/O Program Director proof of adequate auto insurance, completion of driver’s 69 Willard ST. and criminal background checks. Berlin, NH 03570 603-752-1005 We are an equal opportunity employee and provider This agency is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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PATROL OFFICER Apply online at www.jointeammaplefields.com or apply in person at our Littleton Maplefields, The Berlin Police Department is accepting applications for 390 Meadow Street the position of Patrol Officer. This is your opportunity to join a progressive agency located in the heart of the White Mountains. Entry level after certification $52,062 – $53,934 commensurate with experience. We offer a competitive benefits package including a retirement plan with the NH Retirement System. Applications are available at https://www. berlinnh.gov/sites/berlinnh/files/uploads/application.pdf and additional information may be obtained by contacting Deputy Chief Buteau at the Berlin Police Department, 135 Green Street, Berlin, NH 03570; (603) 752-3131 or [email protected]. AMATO’S COORDINATOR Applications will be accepted through June 21, 2019. EOE We are in need of an “Amato’s Coordinator” for our Maplefields in Littleton. The position will be full time, will include benefits (401K, Medical, Dental, Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Holidays.) The position requires some Deli/Restaurant experience (overseeing up to 10 employees, ordering, inventories, cleanliness and product quality, and excellent customer service.)

Apply online at www.jointeammaplefields.com or apply in person at our Littleton Maplefields, 390 Meadow Street

ROOFING SUBS NEEDED Now Hiring Fulltime Busy contracting firm looking for professionals Production Scheduler/Planner to install asphalt and metal roofing. This position is responsible for planning and managing the production schedule to provide accurate delivery dates and meet customer deadlines for a busy manufacturer of dietary supplements and personal health care products. Generate and maintain effective production schedules INSURANCE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED Use workers and resources in the most effective manner Use company specific software to generate reports and schedules Provide quick responses to production issues Call or Text: 603-662-5567 The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the production process with previous experience in scheduling and planning, preferably in the food, beverage or pharmaceutical industry; proficient with Microsoft Office suite; ability to effectively present information to and respond to questions from management team and customers. If you are interested in a career with Trividia Manufacturing Solutions, please visit our Career page at http://www.trividiams.com/contact/careers Click on “Apply Now” and select Master Scheduler or email your resume to [email protected] B 10 Coös County Democrat Wednesday, June 5, 2019 ••• Assistant Coordinator / Adult Ed Teacher Adult Learner Services (ALS) of Coos County, a program of North Country Education Services Mountain Lake (NCES), is seeking a candidate for a school-year based position to assist with the operation of the Camping Resort ALS office in Berlin, NH, as well as the remote offices in Lancaster and Colebrook. Other responsibilities include assessing/teaching adult students in the Lancaster, NH subjects of reading, writing, science, and social studies to prepare for the HiSET Exam. Teaching certification is not required; teaching experience HELP WANTED preferred. Associates degree in education or human POSITIONS: services or equivalent experience is required. Pay is $21/hour, 190 days (7 hr/day) between Campsite Maintenance Sept-June. Benefits include: health insurance, Starting at $10 an hour sick leave, NH Retirement System, and mileage reimbursement. Send cover letter and resume by Grounds Maintenance June 21, 2019 to: [email protected] or Lori Starting at $10 an hour Langlois, Executive Director, NCES, 300 Gorham Hill SAU #58 Road, Gorham, NH 03581. Janitorial Maintenance VACANCIES 2019-2020 FMI or to apply online: teachnorth.org Starting at $10 an hour Groveton High School Water Slide Attendant Special Education Teacher A reliable means of transportation is required for this (ID#3053761) position as well as the successful completion of a (no lifeguard experience needed) For more information or to apply please go to www.SchoolSpring.com and criminal records background check. NCES is an Equal Starting at $8 an hour reference the above job ID. All applications must go through SchoolSpring. Opportunity Employer and Provider. If you have any questions regarding these positions, please contact: Call the Office at Carrie Irving, Secretary SAU #58 15 Preble Street, Groveton, NH 03582 Place your ad, Get Read, 603.788.4509 Ph: 603-636-1437 • Fax: 603-636-6102 to set up an appointment. EOE GET RESULTS!

We are looking for the perfect candidates SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #58 to join us for a 3-week nature-based summer camp for 6-9 year olds. Interim Superintendent Vacancy Part-time or Full-time Our camp is located on the grounds of the White Mountains Regional High School, a perfect location SAU#58 in the NH North Country is seeking an interim superintendent, part- time or full-time, to oversee operations of four schools: a K-8 of 64 students to explore nature. Position is for 1-week of training in Stratford, a K-5 of 121 students and a 6-12 of 200 students in Groveton, and 3-weeks of camp beginning June 27. and a K-6 of 26 students in Stark. While small, the schools have up-to-date Candidates should be at least 21 years old and be technology, excellent staff, supportive school boards, and strong academic able to pass a background check. programs aligned with the state frameworks. The Superintendent will work Interested parties should submit a cover letter, with three individual school district school boards who each meet once a month, and one SAU school board which meets three times per year. resume, and contact information for three references to [email protected]. For more information A multi-year contract and regionally competitive salary/benefits will be of- on our organization, please visit www.taprootnh.org. fered. Starting date is July 1, 2019. Candidate must be certified or certifia- ble as Superintendent in NH. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, current letters of reference, transcripts and certification prior to June 7, 2019 to: Superintendent Search Committee SAU#58 15 Preble Street Dental Herb Company is a leading provider of natural oral health products, located in Lancaster, NH. Groveton, NH 03582 Our team is growing! We are looking for an experienced professional who possesses exceptional attention Tel: (603) 636-1437 to detail and total commitment to customer satisfaction. Work hours are M – F, 40 hours per week. This position is a customer service role, so the ideal candidate will have phenomenal communication skills, both verbal and written. Principal responsibilities include taking customer orders over the phone and providing information about our products, setting up and managing customer accounts, obtaining and evaluating all relevant information to handle product and service inquiries, keeping records of customer interactions and transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, and comments, contacting customers in order to respond to inquiries, utilizing internal software to enter and process customer orders, and replying to customer emails, among other activities. The perfect candidate will be willing to cross train into other departments. REQUIREMENTS • 3+ years customer service experience preferred • Excellent computer skills • Detail-oriented with good problem solving skills • Ability to multi-task and adapt as issues arise • Ability to independently prioritize workload • Exceptional verbal and written skills • Team player with a positive attitude • Highly committed to quality and customer satisfaction • High school diploma required – Some college preferred • Outstanding job references • Valid driver’s license We offer an excellent benefit package that includes 401K match, health insurance, and vacation. Starting wage will be based on experience. Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

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WHITE MOUNTAINS REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 2019-2020 School Year Professional Staff Come Join Team! Special Education Teacher (LES) Title I Teachers Long-Term Substitute Teacher (9/9 to 11/22/19) - We are currently looking for a WES Athletic Trainer (part-time) Weekend Triage Auditing Kindergarten Teacher (anticipated opening) Specialist RN/LPN AmeriCorp Vista Volunteer To Apply: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/ If you are highly motivated, able to work viewListing.do?id=73351&fromSearch=true from home, looking for a full-time benefits and salary with bonus Support Staff opportunities, give us a call! Cook For more information, please contact All applicants must apply on Schoolspring.com Jennifer Everleth, Human Resources Paper applications will not be accepted. (603) 444-5317 or [email protected] Coaching Staff Apply online at www.nchhha.org Alpine Skiing North Country Home Health & Hospice Varsity Girls’ Basketball Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer JV Boys’ Soccer (Please contact Kerry Brady, AD – 837-2528) Substitutes Needed for Teachers, Nurses, Paraprofessionals, Custodians, Cooks

For further information, contact: Roxanne H. Ball, Adm. Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools/Human Resources White Mountains Regional School District SAU #36 14 King Square Whitefield, New Hampshire 03598 TEL.: 603-837-9363/FAX: 603-837-2326 Email: [email protected]

PITTSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT PART-TIME POLICE OFFICERS OPEN UNTIL ALL POSITIONS ARE FILLED The Pittsburg Police Department is currently accepting resumes for part-time officers. Starting salary: $18.00 per hour (upon NH Certification) NH LATERAL CANDIDATES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIGHER STARTING SALARY BASED UPON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE. Candidates shall be of good moral character, not have a criminal record or serious motor vehicle record, and must not have any physical, mental, and/or medical impairments which would interfere with their ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer. Successful candidates will pass a physical fitness test, oral board interview(s), physical / medical examination, polygraph examination, and an extensive background investigation. There is no closing date. Applications will be accepted until all open positions are filled.

Send cover letter and resumes to: Pittsburg Police Department 1526 Main Street Pittsburg, NH 03592 or [email protected] (EOE)

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At Centurion, our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both. Centurion is proud to be the provider of healthcare services to the Vermont Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full time Director of Nursing at our Northeast Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury, VT.

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