THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2013 SERVING TILTON, NORTHFIELD, BELMONT & SANBORNTON, N.H. FREE Tilton-Northfield OHD Committee names Citizens of the Year BY DONNA RHODES years on the annual 5K road kick off at 6 a.m. with the [email protected] race, held on Old Home Day. 5K run/walk, which begins Hilliard called them “a and ends at the Northfield NORTHFIELD — On great, great choice” for Cit- Police Station. Monday evening, the izens of the Year. At 10 a.m., the parade, Tilton-Northfield Old “I think we’re blessed to one of the biggest in the Home Day committee sur- have them in the communi- area, will wind its way prised and saluted three ty,”said Hilliard. “They car- through both communi- residents for their commu- ry on the tradition of keep- ties, traveling along Elm nity contributions when ing the race funded, formed Street in Northfield, cross- they proclaimed Northfield and on target every year.” ing Cannon Bridge to Main resident Joe LaPlante and The race, which was Street in Tilton, then back Tilton residents Bob and originally called the Old into Northfield along Park Diane Watson to be the 2013 Home Day Race, later be- Street to The Pines. There Citizens of the Year. came the D.A.R.E 5K, with everyone is invited to enjoy LaPlante was selected proceeds supporting the many vendors, children’s through a nomination from drug and alcohol preven- activities, games, crafts, David Fox, current Tilton- tion program for local horse pulling competi- Northfield Rotary Club youth. The Watsons have tions, music and plenty of president. LaPlante will taken on the monumental great food. once again be taking on the task of organizing the pop- At dusk, the festivities familiar role of president of ular race throughout all will culminate with a fire- the Rotary Club when his those changes. Recently works display,which can be he is sworn in for the sec- they were instrumental in best viewed from either ond time in July. changing the name once Riverfront Park in Tilton or DONNA RHODES As the communities of Tilton and Northfield prepare for their annual combined Old Home Day celebration Fox told the crowd of 70 more to the Aurlow Stanley Surrette Battery Park in people gathered at the Pines on Saturday, they announced this week that the 2013 Citizens of the Year are (left to right) Joe LaPlante Memorial D.A.R.E. 5K, hon- Northfield. of Northfield, and Diane and Bob Watson of Tilton. Community Center, “Most oring the contributions of people say they are honored another dedicated former to present someone with an citizen, and, incidentally, award, but I have to say I am Community mourns the best man in the Wat- overjoyed to present this to son’s wedding 41 years ago. Joe tonight.” Besides the annual race, He cited many public Bob Watson served the passing of Suzanne Roberts and even some “quiet” Tilton-Northfield Fire De- deeds done by LaPlante partment as a captain and BY DONNA RHODES educator herself, there [email protected] over the years through the also spent a term as a fire have been only two people Rotary, his job at the 3-M commissioner. Both hus- in her career who defined Company and as a citizen. BELMONT — News what teaching should be band and wife are active to- broke last weekend of the “He just gives all the day with the TNFD Support and Roberts was one of time. It’s part of his na- passing of Suzanne (Sue) them. Dedicated to the com- Company. Roberts, a longtime educa- ture,” said Fox. “I also know for a fact of munity and the students Representing Tilton this tor and well known citizen who attended school in Bel- many other things they of the Town of Belmont. year is a couple who were have done quietly behind mont, Roberts always want- not only pleasantly sur- Roberts passed away at her ed teachers in Belmont to the scenes for people in the home on June 14, sur- prised by the special recog- community and I appreci- be there for “more than a nition, but said the an- rounded by her loved ones. paycheck.” ate that,” Hilliard said. She was a distinctive ma- nouncement capped off a The three will now have Outside the school she wonderful day, as it was al- triarch of not just her large also maintained a huge in- a place of honor in the Old family, but to some extent, so their 41st wedding an- Home Day parade on Satur- volvement over the years, niversary. the town as well, where she serving on many boards day. was always advocating for The Watsons were pre- The theme of this year’s and committees. Roberts sented their plaque by Mer- children and involved in was a member of the Bel- celebration is “There’s No the community as a whole. rimack County Sheriff Place Like Home- The Wiz- mont Historical Society Scott Hilliard who has According to her obitu- and the Old Home Day ard of Oz,” and activities ary,Roberts, who was born worked with them for 24 FILE PHOTO Committee where she in California, was a well-ed- Shown here working with the Belmont Historical Society in 2008, helped with timing and ucated woman who trav- Belmont resident Sue Roberts passed away on June 16 at the age of records for the annual Old Potential donor found eled east and earned her 88, and her loss is being felt throughout the community. Home Day race. B.A. and M.S. degrees from Route 140 in Belmont, admired and respected how She was very active in for Tilton PD’s Morrison the University of New where they raised their five she lived her life and filled the Belmont Baptist Hampshire. children and were known the role of administrator in Church, where she was a BY DONNA RHODES Lakes Region male in his Roberts spent her early throughout the community. the school. member of their Ladies [email protected] 30’s, recently underwent years teaching science and She was perhaps best “Sue knew every child, Circle, the current Church the lengthy series of tests TILTON — “One and math at Farmington High known however, as the as- every family,and held every Moderator, and was on the required. The final step Done!” was the cheer that School as well as a time sistant principal at Bel- staff member to her stan- board of directors for their was a blood test where went up through the teaching at Carpenter mont High School, a posi- dards,” said Pinard. “Be- Heavenly Sunshine Pre- both his and Morrison’s ranks of the Tilton Police School in Wolfeboro. tion she held for 27 years. fore ‘No Child Left Behind’ School. She was also a blood were mixed to see Department as they an- In 1950, she and her hus- Ginnie Stockard Pinard came along, there was Sue member of the Belmont Ro- if they were compatible. band Leslie purchased the worked with Roberts for 24 Roberts.” tary and the Friendly Club. nounced last week that a SEE DONOR, PAGE A12 kidney donor has been Badger Homestead off of those years, and said she Pinard added that as an Over the years, Roberts found for Corporal Nate also participated in town af- Morrison. fairs, where she was elect- Through a routine New trails named after retired Cons Comm members ed and served on the school check up for an intensive BY DONNA RHODES board, was a Trustee of the [email protected] training session, Morri- Trust Funds, and a Super- son found out last July SANBORNTON — At visor of the Checklist. that he not only had just last week’s Conservation Agriculture and recre- one kidney,but that it was Commission meeting in ation were also important failing. He was in real Sanbornton, retired mem- to Roberts and her husband need of a transplant. bers Wayne Elliott and Hal Leslie, for whom the town Waiting lists are long, Graham were surprised to beach was named after his however, and time was of learn that their years of death in 2001. the essence, so his fellow dedication to the town will Sue served as a commis- officers took on the mis- now be forever memorial- sioner at Gunstock Recre- sion of finding Morrison ized in the Town Forest. ation area and was a mem- a suitable donor. The re- “We want to congratu- SEE ROBERTS, PAGE A12 sponse was overwhelm- late two important gentle- ing. men who have had the dis- DONNA RHODES “Once the word got out, INDEX tinction of being long time Retired conservation commissioners Wayne Elliott and Hal Graham were given the distinction of having ■ we had people contacting the two newest hiking trails in the Sanbornton Town Forest named in their honor. Presenting them with conservation commission Volume 6 • Number 25 us from all over the coun- the news last week were commissioners Brad Crosby, John Earley, Katy Wells and Karen Bordeau. members,” said Commis- 24 Pages in 2 Section try,from Texas to Florida, fourth wooded hiking trails Steele Hill before circling of the other hikes in the sioner John Earley. “We Letters ...... A4 willing to see if they were unanimously voted to name in the recreation area, situ- back to the kiosk. growing trail system. a match,” said Police two new trails after you, ated off Eastman Hill Road. “There’s a lot of history Elliott, a lifelong resi- North Country Notebook...A4 Chief Robert Cormier. and wanted you here Grants and donations with these two guys. They dent of Sanbornton, first “We cut off the list at 300, tonight to accept our from a local family helped were working toward all of joined the commission in Culture ...... A5 though, because it would thanks for all you have done establish the This is My this before the town forest the late 1970’s when it was just take way too long to over the years.” Song trail last year and the had anything there,” said still called a committee. Un- Obituaries ...... A6 test more.” Extending through the commission recently com- Earley. til his recent retirement, El- It turned out that the forest off the original Vir- pleted work on the two And now they and others liott served on the commis- Schools...... A11 list was, thankfully, 299 newest trails, which take can enjoy a day on the Hal sion for 35 years, including ginia Hutton trail, the Hal ©2013, Salmon Press, LLC. people too long. Graham and Wayne Elliott hikers through the woods Graham Trail and the terms in the role of chair- The first person on the Call us at (603) 279-4516 trails will be the third and toward Taylor Road and Wayne Elliott Trail or one SEE TRAILS, PAGE A12 potential donor list, a email: [email protected] A2 June 20, 2013 LOCAL NEWS WINNISQUAM ECHO ■ PINES HAPPENINGS ■ The Pines is offering Sign up in advance by the weeks long, and costs $60.00 it to Cranmore Mountain July 15 through July 19 on through Aug. 9. Kids will Children’s Dance classes Monday before. Diabetic per week for Tilton and Adventure Park. Trip the Southwick School have the opportunity to from Dancing Feet Studios meals are available with ad- Northfield residents, $70 Camp #2 is July 29 through Front Field. There are learn popular British this summer. Classes are vance notice. The cost is a per week for non-residents. Aug. 2. Planned trips are to three sections, for different sports that are not well- on Thursday afternoons $2 donation for seniors 60 This is a half day camp Canobie Lake Park, age groups. First Kicks is known in the United States, from July 11 through Aug. and over, and a fee of $6 for from 8:00 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ju- Whale’s Tale or Water for three and four year olds, like Cricket, Tag Rugby, 15, and cost $60 for the six- those under 60. Call the ly 8 through Aug. 2. We can Country, Faneuil Hall Mar- from 9 to 10:00 a.m. and Bounders, Netball and week sessions. The classes Pines at 286-8653 to sign up. accommodate a maximum ketplace and the Codzilla costs $70 per child. Mini Team Handball. This camp offered are Pre-Ballet, for Registrations for the of twenty children per Boat Ride, Hampton Beach, Soccer is for five and six is for kids ages six through ages three and four, from Pines’ Playground & Swim week, and must have a min- and the Mountain Wash- year olds, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 and costs $128 per partic- 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., and and Counselor-in-Training imum of ten to run each ington Auto Road Guided 10:30 a.m., and costs $90 per ipant. Cost includes a free Tap, Ballet and Jazz, for programs and Red Cross camp week. Children may Tour. Adventure Camp #2 child. Half day camp is for t-shirt. This is a half day ages five through nine, Swim Lessons ended Fri- be registered for individual is Aug. 5 through 9. The kids from seven to thirteen, camp, meeting from 9:00 from 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Chil- day, June 14. Registrations weeks or for all four. planned activities are hik- runs from 4 to 7 p.m., and a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Register dren must be registered in after this date are on a space ing and swimming, moun- costs $128 per participant. online at www.challenger- advance. You may register available basic and are sub- Once again we will be tain biking at Waterville The cost includes a free sports.com. Registrations in person at the Pines, or ject to a $50 late registration working with the Belknap- Valley, rock climbing (may ball, t-shirt, and poster. less than ten days before the online through our website fee. We do have a few spots Merrimack County Com- be indoors or out), kayak- Register online at start of camp add a $10 late at www.pinescommunity- available in Playground & munity Action Program ing and canoeing, and the www.challengersports.com registration fee. center.com. A minimum of Swim during various and the U.S.D.A. to provide Gunstock Adventure Play . Registrations less than ten We will begin accepting five dancers are required to weeks. Please call the Pines free breakfasts and lunches Package. All activities are days before the start of registrations for fall sports hold each class. Partici- for availability. Playground for kids attending Summer subject to change depend- camp add a $10 late regis- and other fall programs at pants should wear flexible & Swim is for children ages Playground, and now Pre-K ing on weather or other fac- tration fee. You may also the Pines as of July 8. Reg- clothes, preferably dance six through twelve, or who and Kindergarten Camp. tors. Liz Tardugno is re- register at the Pines with a ister for Soccer, Field Hock- clothing – a leotard and have completed Kinder- Breakfast is served at 8:00 turning as the Teen Camp check payable to Chal- ey, Before Class Bunch, Af- tights. Jeans are not al- garten. a.m. and lunch from 12:20 Counselor. She is First Aid, lenger Sports. Registra- ter Class Blast, Toddler lowed. Participants in the We have extended the p.m. to 12:50 p.m. for parents CPR and Lifeguard certi- tions less than ten days be- Time, Playgroup, Gym Tap, Ballet and Jazz class registration deadlines for who request it. There is no fied. The camps run Mon- fore the start of camp add a Time, and the Aug. 30 Vaca- will need tap and ballet the Teen Trip and Adven- income level requirement. day through Friday from $10.00 late registration fee. tion Camp Day. Details will shoes. Ballet shoes must be ture Camps and Pre-K and Parents must sign kids up 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Back again this year, on be available in July. real ballet shoes, not slip- Kindergarten Summer daily at morning check-in The Pines is again offer- the Southwick School front The Pines will be closed pers from Wal-Mart. Camp. Registration for Pre- in order to receive these ing British Soccer Camp field, is Challenger Sports’ Thursday,July 4 in celebra- Line Dance instructor K and Kindergarten Camp meals. We are not allowed this summer, the week of Multi Sports Camp, Aug. 5 tion of Independence Day. Karen Heyes is offering a ends Friday, June 28 and to order extra meals. The Beginners Line Dance class Teen Camp registration U.S.D.A. is an equal oppor- BELMONT POLICE LOG this summer. The class will ends Friday, July 5. All tunity provider. ■ teach students the basic costs for the summer must Teen Trip and Adven- BELMONT — The Bel- with a warrant issued by on June 11 for Cruelty to steps of Line Dance and be paid in full by these dates ture Camps are for teens mont Police Department Hooksett District Court Animals. prepare them to join the In- for children to participate. ages twelve to 15. The cost responded to 161 calls for for fines owed. Two juveniles, age 16, termediate/Advanced Registrations received af- for Teen Camp is $175 per service and made the fol- Jeremy L. Pickering, were arrested on June 11 Class in the fall. The ses- ter these dates are subject week for Tilton and North- lowing arrests between age 33, of Concord was ar- for Possession of Drugs. sion runs Mondays four to a $50 late registration fee field residents, and $185 per June 7 and June 14. rested on June 9 for Reck- Jacob m. Dalzell, age 28, weeks, July 22 through Aug. and children will be put on week for non-residents. Stephanie Francis Ch- less Operation and Dis- of Gilmanton was arrest- 12, 7 to 9 p.m. The cost is $30 a Waiting List. You may Trip Camp #1 is July 15 eney, age 22, of Belmont obeying an Officer. ed on June 11 for Driving for the session. Line Dance register for these programs through July 19. Planned was arrested on June 8 for Christine A. Booth, age Under the Influence of gives you a good workout online at www.pinescom- trips are to Canobie Lake Simple Assault and Crim- 48, of Belmont was arrest- Drugs or Liquor (Subse- and helps you burn calories munitycenter.com. Park, Water Country or inal Mischief (Vandal- ed on June 9 in connection quent). while having fun dancing. The new Pre-K & Kinder- Whale’s Tale, the Fenway ism). with a warrant issued for Nicholas D. Briggs, age Register in advance at the garten Camp is for children Park Tour and Faneuil Hall Cameron F. Clairmont, contempt. 20, of Belmont was arrest- Pines, or online through ages three to five years old Marketplace, Hampton age 21, of Belmont was ar- Janine Mari Wallace, ed on June 12 for Second our website who have not yet attended Beach and Clark’s Trading rested on June 9 for Dri- age 61, of Belmont was ar- Degree Assault. www.pinescommunitycen- Kindergarten. Children Post. Adventure Camp #1 ving Under the Influence rested on June 10 for Crim- David Raymond ter.com. will participate in a num- is July 22 through 26. of Drugs or Liquor. inal Mischief (Vandalism) Hilliard, age 64, of Laco- The Pines Community ber of different activities Planned activities are hik- Rickie Mike Stone, age and Criminal Trespass. nia was arrested on June Center and Community Ac- including arts and crafts, ing and swimming, moun- 44, of Concord was arrest- Tanya Lachance, age 32, 14 for Theft By Unautho- tion of Belknap Merrimack physical activities, games, tain biking at Waterville ed on June 9 in connection of Belmont was arrested rized Taking. Counties continue to offer sports, and will have free Valley, rock climbing (may Senior Lunch on Thurs- time for playing with their be indoors or out), kayak- days. We serve at 11:30 a.m. peers. The camp is four ing and canoeing, and a vis- NORTHFIELD POLICE LOG ■ NORTHFIELD — From Nicholas Daudelin, 27, Accident & Obstructing June 10 – June 16, the of Tilton on a Bench War- Government Administra- Northfield Police Depart- rant . tion. ment responded to 108 An unidentified fe- Other calls included calls for service. male, 24, of Northfield for Simple Assaults, Thefts, The following arrests Involuntary Emergency Fraudulent use of Credit were made: Admission. Card, Animal Involved In- Deanna Pabst, 19, of Robie Gould, 54, of cidents, Assist for other Franklin for Possession of Westford, Mass. for Reck- Agencies, Domestic Dis- Lakes Region Community Services and NH Businesses Controlled/Narcotic less Conduct; Place An- turbance, Welfare Partners in Community Drugs & Transporting other in Danger, Simple Checks, Drug Investiga- Drugs in a Motor Vehicle. 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TILTON — Things got a cat, drew many ooh’s and Angel, she told everyone, little “wild” in Tilton when ah’s from the crowd, too, as is currently eight- and one- seven “ambassadors” of the Monkiewicz brought her half feet long, but will grow Granite State Zoo drew a out to show off for every- much more. As an adult, crowd to Riverfront Park one. Burmese pythons can last Saturday morning. “Yes, she’s the princess, reach up to 23 feet in length, Executive director and she knows it,” said weigh 200 pounds and be- Nicole Monkiewicz Monkiewicz as the long come as big around as a tele- brought with her birds, rep- legged cat posed for the au- phone pole. tiles and mammals from dience with her head held The Granite State Zoo, around the world to help ed- high. formerly known as W.I.L.D. ucate people on the animals Servals, she explained, Center of New England, and their special features are the smallest of the “big makes their ambassadors that allow them to adapt to cats” and have the distinc- available to groups their individual environ- tion of being the only cat throughout the state and ments. with all three camouflage was the first of many pro- From fearsome “Crush” markings. They have grams coming to Tilton this the alligator snapping tur- stripes on their back, rings summer. tle to Izzy,an adorable furry on their tail and spots on The Tilton Parks Com- DONNA RHODES Five brave and strong young volunteers helped Nicole Monkiewicz of the Granite State Zoo hold up Angel, Fennec fox, the crowd of their sides and live prima- mission has lined up a spe- more than 30 children and a Burmese python she brought to Riverfront Park last weekend for the first of the Tilton Parks rily in the savanna regions cial event each month. Next Commission‘s summer programming. adults were mesmerized by of Africa. month will feature a pro- the creatures. “One amazing feature of gram on bats and how to en- On August 23 the day Through Monkiewicz, the serval is they can jump courage them to your back- will begin at 9 a.m. at the they learned that “Crush” 13 feet in the air from a dead yard where they can help Route 132 Ball Field where is lazy but creative in his standstill. She can actually with insect control. The a Festival of Pets will be hunting. Nestled on the bot- catch birds right out of program will be held at held. Details on the event tom of a pond or river, he midair. I know — I’ve seen Riverfront Park from 7-8 will be made available as holds his mouth wide open her do it,” Monkiewicz said. p.m. on July 19. the date draws near. Later and awaits his next meal. Literally wrapping up The following day the that evening the fun re- Inside his mouth is a pink the program was a baby public is invited to join the turns to Riverfront Park flap that lures unsuspecting Burmese python named commission for a nature from 7-8 p.m. for a program fish into thinking it is a Angel. Five volunteers walk through Buffalo Park, on New Hampshire worm until his mighty jaws came forward to help where they will learn more wildlife. snap shut. Monkiewicz hold the length on the trees, plants and Finally, on Sept. 20, bob- Izzy is a tiny desert fox of the snake once she had it wildlife found there. The cats will be the focus of the who makes the most of her unwrapped from around guided walk will take place night and people are en- large ears that help keep her own body. from 9 a.m. until noon and couraged to come learn her cool even in the hottest “She is extremely active proper walking shoes and more about the elusive cats climate, and her furry, rab- today,” she laughed as she bug spray is recommended. who live in the wilds of New England. DONNA RHODES All shows will be held Nicole Monkiewicz of the Granite State Zoo looks on as six-year-old Boys & Girls Club Steering rain or shine under the Jacob of Sanbornton hesitantly pets a giant tegu lizard during the pavilion at Riverfront Park first of many free summer programs scheduled by Tilton Parks Committee to host Family Fun Day and the commission rec- Commission. ommends that everyone INVITATION TO BID - PAVING FRANKLIN — The also be food available, as Region. bring a lawn chair for seat- Franklin Area Boys and well as raffles from local ing. For more information The Town of Northfield is inviting proposals for contract Girls Club Steering Com- area business and informa- concerning the Franklin The programs are free for Asphalt Hot Mix Paving for 2013 Paving Projects. mittee will host a Family tion on Boys and Girls Club Area Boys and Girls Club, and open to the public. In- Fun Day on Saturday, June programs. Free admission. please contact Tom Char- formation on these and ad- Bidding documents including instructions and specifi- 22 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at The FABGC Steering bono: Phone: 998-9984; ditional events that may be cations may be obtained, at no charge, from the Town the St. Paul’s Gym, 15 Committee is currently Email: Charbono@metro- added will all be posted at Hall or at www.northfieldnh.org. Review of roads can Elkins St., Franklin. fundraising to raise $25,000 cast.net. www.tiltonnh.org. Totally TNT Entertain- to open the doors to the be by appointment with the Highway Superintendent, ment, a mobile DJ company Franklin Area Boys and Serving all of New Hampshire for over 40 years. 603-286-4490. from New York City, will Girls Club. The club will be Bids due by 1:00 pm June 24, 2013. provide games and activi- a satellite club of the Boys ties for all ages. There will and Girls Club of the Lakes
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PET OF THE WEEK ELLE
returned two months managed to reduce her later. Her rotundity did girth, though not by not fit in the covered cat much, and while she still pan supplied – a bit of an has a bald belly from issue – but one that has grooming herself a little not been noted as she too fastidiously, we find resides as a free spirit at that endearing. She the shelter on Meredith seems not to be terribly Center Road. concerned with the hub- Elle is literally queen of bub that is life at the shel- the administrative ter, but really folks, Elle offices. She enjoys a deserves a permanent for- plethora of cozy vantage ever home? In her middle spots, often hosting meet- years, she is energetic JOHN HARRIGAN ings and voicing her opin- and inquisitive, many The owners of these bikes, having disappeared into the classic ions. She gets along just years of companionship Littleton Diner for breakfast, were on their club’s 33rd year of a fine with dogs; she is pos- to give the right home. Montreal-Kennebunkport ride. itively fearless in the Perhaps the Summer Can you even believe we March! lobby, lounging on the Adopt A thon June 22 will are showcasing the volup- Elle has not been at NHHS center mat as business is be her lucky day. Call 524- On the recreational front, tuous Elle again — she all this time; she was conducted around her. 3252 or check www.nhhu- the times they are a’changin’ was Pet of the Week last adopted, only to be We have successfully mane.org. tered bugs. Put the front wheel back on and you’re LETTERS TO THE EDITOR good to go. ■ But where? Well, just about anywhere. For a while, there was a big Sanbornton Bay Association movement to add two to four feet on the sides of has lots of entertainment planned this summer existing blacktop to ac- commodate safe lanes for To the Editor: find some wonderful treas- annual boat parade. Our be your way of winning a bikers. I’m thinking in Sanbornton Bay Associ- ures; time of the sale is from theme this year is “Your Fa- great prize! particular of Route 113 ation offers some entertain- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location is vorite State.” Boaters will Hope to see you this sum- around the north end of ment this summer! Earl Leighton Farm, 386 meet at Pot Island and pro- mer. June 22, there will be a Lower By Rd., Sanbornton. ceed on the west shoreline. Barb Bormes Winnipesaukee, and Social Director Route 145 between Cole- yard sale where you will July 6 at 1 p.m. will be our Decorating your boat will By JOHN HARRIGAN Sanbornton Bay Association brook and Pittsburg, a COLUMNIST particularly challenging The next state budget must include Medicaid expansion bicycle route for its ups It was after supper, and and downs. To the Editor: icaid expansion will allow compensated care at hospi- Medicaid just makes sense. the after-supper talk was But neither road has It is clear to me after us to offer health care cov- tals and community mental Please contact your legisla- about recreation, specifi- room or substructure to reading about the recent erage to over 55,000 work- health centers; provide tors as they prepare the fi- cally outdoor recreation, allow for a bike lane. Yet a rallies supporting Medic- ing poor who have no access health care coverage to the nal version of the state and more specifically funny thing happened on aid expansion in Concord, to care now. working poor; and increase budget and tell them it must ATV’s. The buzz is that the way to the circus. Bik- Claremont, Portsmouth New Hampshire has a health-related employ- include Medicaid expan- ATVing will quickly sur- ers are using both roads and Plymouth that the pub- once-in-a-generation oppor- ment. It makes no sense to sion. pass snowmobiling be- and many other roads like lic knows that refusing fed- tunity to leverage $2.5 bil- turn this down. Sincerely, cause there’s twice the op- them, and never mind an eral dollars to broaden ac- lion in federal dollars over Legislators need to put Deborah Pendergast portunity for it — six Gilford apron. Drivers are instead cess to health care in New the next seven years – funds aside their partisan bicker- months to three. Vice-President of the Board of learning to look out for Hampshire is wrong. Med- that will help reduce un- ing and listen. Expanding “I’d just like to hear Directors, Genesis Behavioral bikers, and slow down, Health about something for a and veer toward the cen- change that doesn’t in- ter line when they can. volve a gasoline engine,” Bikers, I’ve seen, are also BIBA thankful for support of Annual Meeting someone said, churlishly. more aware of the reali- And there was some sym- To the Editor: get your card! Big Cat Coffee Nearby Registry ties of a narrow, twisting pathy for that, because all BIBA’s (Belknap Inde- The event would have not Bizz Buzz Marketing Patrick Wood Law rural road laid out on a of us around the table pendent Business Alliance) been possible without the Partners Salmon Press path that became an ox- hike, snowshoe and cross- Annual Meeting was held at underwriting support of Charlie Smith Skate Escape cart road, and keep hard country ski. But most of the Beane Conference Cen- American Express Open, Franklin Savings Bank The Laconia Daily Sun to the right and stay us also own a snowmobile ter on May 29, with Joe AMIBA and those who Fusion The Studio aware of traffic to the and ATV. Grafton from AMIBA came to hear about BIBA Granite United Way And various other indi- rear. “Well, that’s easy,” I (American Independent and the Local movement. A Hawkins Photography & viduals from the communi- What I’m calling the said. “Just look at what’s Business Alliance) as our special thanks to Kevin Hal- Framing ty! ATV revolution — make on top of people’s vehicles guest speaker. We are ex- ligan for providing us with Homeward Bound Ani- that evolution — is here, these days. Kayaks and bi- cited to be launching our BI- some tasty treats from Lo- mal Care We have an exciting year for sure, as ATV aficiona- cycles.” BA Buy Local Advantage cal Eatery, Craig Beane for Irwin Automotive Group ahead and we look forward dos organize to rein in Which is a fact. Used to Card in the next few months the meeting space and lo- Laconia School District to sharing it with you and rogue riders and forge be that we saw canoes on and wish to express our gistics and Chris & Janelle Lakes Region Chamber our Lakes Region commu- lasting relationships with visitors’ vehicles and not gratitude to Bank of New McCarthy for working the of Commerce nity! landowners, without much else, but these days Hampshire for their design registration table and bar. Lakes Region Nutrition which their sport would Executive Director: there’s hardly a canoe in and direction for the card We would like thank of all LRL Holdings be doomed. Kate Bishop Hamel sight. It’s all kayaks, and and also to Piche’s Ski & those who attended, includ- Mainstay Technologies BIBA Board of Directors: On the flip side, people for good reason. They’re Sport Shop Print Shop for ing: Mayor Michael Seymour Randy Bullerwell, All My Life with power boats are hav- Jewelers lighter, easier to load and the production of the card. Bank of New Hampshire Melcher & Prescott ing to take the extra steps David Buffington, AMG Financial unload, and vastly more Be sure to be on the lookout Baron’s Major Brands Meredith Village Sav- and watch out for other Chris McCarthy, The Insurance nimble on the water. for the launch and how to Belknap EDC ings Bank Outlet people sharing the water, As for bikes, they’re not just in canoes, but al- lighter and better than so in growing numbers of Holy Trinity School thanks the Greater Lakes Region! ever, and have graduated kayaks. It’s all about cour- from rear-end carriers to tesy. To the Editor: fet compliments of Fratel- utors. Silent and Live Auction vehicles’ tops, where they This all reminds me, On Saturday, April 13, lo’s Restaurant and Shaw’s A special Thank You to agenda. stand straight up, a move somehow, of downtown Holy Trinity Catholic of Gilford, an unimagin- Children’s Dentistry of the Holy Trinity Catholic that keeps them mostly School hosted its Annual able candy buffet, an ice Lakes Region, Benson Au- School is dedicated to pro- clear of dust and splat- SEE NOTEBOOK, PAGE A12 Spring Auction at Sacred carving sculpted by Ice De- to, Rowley Agency, Kennell viding a total Christian ed- Heart Parish Center. We signs by Jeff Day presented Orthodontics, Albin Ran- ucational experience which welcomed local residents the center piece of 200 cup- dall & Bennett CPA’s, Para- engages students intellectu- and businesses who joined cakes compliments of Oh digm Plumbing & Heating, ally, promotes social and us in support of the school La La Bakery, Tony Sarno Barlo Signs, Irwin Motors, personal responsibility and on a spectacular Spring and son, Aiden (1st grade), Watermark Marine Con- inspires spiritual growth. Evening. We are pleased to played a set of live songs struction, Northway Bank, Proceeds from this annual Established October 14, 2004 announce that this event during the Silent Auction, Propel Development, Cross event will be used to fund Published every Thursday at raised an astonishing followed by DJ services Insurance, Eptam Plastics, scholarships and programs 5 Water Street, Meredith, New Hampshire 03253 $41,500 to benefit HTS. compliments of Warren Dion’s Landscaping, Row- that continue to support Telephone: (603) 279-4516 This is a highlighted Bailey Entertainment; the ell’s Sewer & Drain, and our School’s mission. Toll Free: (877) 766-6889 fundraising and social event was more than a fun JMG Marketing. Thank We feel extremely fortu- Fax: (603) 279-3331 event of the spring. Hosting evening out to support a you to the businesses that nate to live in a community Frank Chilinski, President & Publisher over 200 guests, the Play- great cause but one great made donations to our that supports so many great Brendan Berube, Editor Donna Rhodes, Reporter ground Themed event was night out! In an effort to tru- silent and live auction pro- programs and efforts like Josh Spaulding, Sports Editor gratefully presented by Au- ly recognize the additional gram, we are excited to an- ours. Jeff Lajoie, Sports Reporter toServ of Tilton and Bank support we received, the nounce over 225 local and Our sincere thank you! Donna Fraser, Advertising Representative of New Hampshire. The HTS Auction Committee New England regional busi- Jodie Gallant Judy Manning, Classified & Circulation Manager Mandie Hagan evening presented over 200 wish to extend our sincere nesses donated more than HTS Auction Committee and Co- Jim Hinckley, Distribution Manager silent auction items, 69 Live appreciation to our many 400 items valued at over Ryan Corneau, Information Manager Chairs Email: [email protected] Auction items, a dinner buf- other sponsors and contrib- $40,000 to be placed up on a Classifieds: [email protected] USPS 024-975 The Winnisquam Echo is published weekly by Salmon Press, P.O. Box 729, 5 Water St., Meredith, NH 03253. Periodicals postage paid at Meredith, NH 03253. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Winnisquam Echo, P.O. Box 729, Meredith, NH 03253. SALMON PRESS PHOTO POLICY: As a community oriented family of newspapers, Salmon Press welcomes photos from readers, business owners, and other outside sources for publication in any of its titles. Any photos submitted for publication become the prop- erty of Salmon Press, and may be displayed in our newspapers, as well as on our Web site. They may also be made available for re-sale, with any proceeds going to Salmon Press and/or the photo re-print vendor. WINNISQUAM ECHO CULTURE June 20, 2013 A5 ■ Brooks Young Band to Inextinguishable Brass will help ring in appear at Franklin Opera House Independence Day at Taylor Community LACONIA — A dynamic Adam Gallant in 2008. Be- formances usually attract a FRANKLIN — The “It will be a treat to play Franklin. A small inti- group of young profession- sides Gallant, members in- capacity crowd. Please call Brooks Young Band, a again in my own home mate venue, seating only al musicians – Inextin- clude Zach Lange, trumpet; 524-5600 or email rsvp@tay- great mix of rock, blues town,” says Brooks, whose 300, it is a great place to guishable Brass – present Brian Gardell, horn; Bran- lorcommunity.org for reser- and pop will appear at musical journey as taken see a show”up close and the next concert of the 2013 don Newbould, trombone; vations. Franklin Opera House, him far across America personal” as all seats offer Taylor Community Music and Ben Stadelmann, tuba. Taylor Community is a Saturday, June 22 at 8 p.m. while still in his twenties. a full and close view of the Series, sponsored by Bank The first half of the pro- 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Con- The band will be ac- “And we’ll be celebrating stage. There are no ob- of New Hampshire. The gram will include works by tinuing Care Retirement companied by special our new CD ‘Time to Fly,’ structed seats in the event is scheduled for Sat- Bach, Ludwig Maurer and Community whose mission guest Charlie Farren, for- so we’ll be performing Opera House, with ample urday, June 29 at 7 p.m. in Paul Dukas. The second is to provide the highest merly of the Joe Perry songs from that new CD free parking all around. Taylor’s Woodside Build- half will be a patriotic trib- quality retirement living Project and Ferrinheit. that many have not heard Reserved seat tickets ing, 435 Union Ave. The pro- ute with music everyone options to support the inde- The Brooks Young before.” for the Brooks Young gram is being sponsored by will recognize. pendence, health and digni- Band, led by Franklin’s Charlie Farren is no Band, featuring Charlie Taylor Community Resi- The event is free and ty of community residents. own Brooks Young has stranger to area audi- Farren are currently on dents Paul and Jean Davis. open to the public; however, Visit www.taylorcommuni- toured extensively ences, having appeared in sale at www.franklinoper- The group was founded those planning to attend ty.org and check us out throughout the Northeast a variety of venues with ahouse.org or by calling at the University of New must pre-register as seating Facebook to keep up with and has appeared with The Joe Perry Project and 934-1901. Hampshire by Trumpeter is limited and musical per- all our events. such internationally Ferrenheit, as well as a so- known artists as B.B. lo musician. His powerful King, James Montgomery, and intricate guitar work Eighth Annual Winnipesaukee Wine Festival REO Speedwagon, J. Geils, has been enjoyed thou- Rick Derringer and many sands of fans everywhere to feature dozens of domestic and international wines more. he has appeared. From Boston to New Franklin Opera House, Event benefits New Hampshire Audubon’s Newfound Audubon Center York to Nashville the the Lakes Region’s pre- MEREDITH — The than 150 wines and spirits restaurant was founded in Brooks Young Band is mier destination for great eighth annual Win- from around the world will Ashland in 1971. Over the making a name for itself live entertainment, is lo- nipesaukee Wine Festival benefit local wildlife sanc- past 41 years, the family for its slick musicianshop cated in the City Hall featuring samples of more tuaries with proceeds go- has grown to 18 restau- and compelling vocals. building, 316 Central St., ing to the New Hampshire rants, The Common Man Audubon Society’s New- Inn & Spa in Plymouth, The Old Country Fiddler found Audubon Center. The Common Man Inn in The annual event will Claremont, the Common at Gilmanton Historical Society June 25 be held on Thursday, June COURTESY Man Company Store in 20 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. in the The eighth annual Ashland and the Flying GILMANTON — Enjoy The Gilmanton Histor- Winnipesaukee Ballroom Winnipesaukee Wine Festival Monkey Movie House and some real country fid- ical Society offers a num- featuring samples of more than at Church Landing on the Performance Center in dling and learn about the ber of publications on the 150 wines and spirits from shores of Lake Win- Plymouth. Restaurants in- career of Charles Ross history of the Town. around the world will benefit nipesaukee in Meredith. clude Foster’s Boiler Room Taggart, who toured the They are available at all local wildlife sanctuaries with Hosted by The Common at The Common Man Inn country with his fiddle Society programs, at the proceeds going to the New Man Family of Restau- and Spa in Plymouth; The for more than 40 years in Town Clerk’s Office, and Hampshire Audubon Society’s rants and The Martignetti Common Man restaurants the early 20th Century. at the Brick House in Newfound Audubon Center. Companies of New Hamp- in Ashland, Lincoln, Con- Adam Boyce brings his Gilmanton Corners. The tapas-style food and live shire, the festival will fea- cord, Claremont, Wind- story to the Gilmanton Society’s Museum, at Old music. Admission to the COURTESY ture wine, spirits and beer ham, Portsmouth, and Historical Society on Adam Boyce bring “The Old Town Hall is open Satur- event is free and a portion from local, national and Merrimack; The Italian Tuesday evening, June 25, country Fiddler, Charles Ross days from 10 a.m. until of the proceeds will also international wineries Farmhouse in Plymouth; 7:30 p.m. at the Old Town Taggart, to the Gilmanton noon, and at 7 p.m., before benefit the Newfound and breweries. Tickets are Common Man Express in Hall on Route 140 in Historical Society on Tuesday, each of the summer pro- Audubon Center. $50 per person, and all pro- Ashland; Route 104 Diner Gilmanton Iron Works. June 25, 7:30 p.m. grams. For information about ceeds will benefit the New- in New Hampton, Tilt’n The program is support- the Eighth Annual Win- found Audubon Center in Diner in Tilton and Air- ed by the New Hampshire COURTESY nipesaukee Wine Festival Hebron. port Diner in Manchester; Humanities Council. visit thecman.com. To or- New Horizons A pre-Wine Festival and Lago, Camp, Town Refreshments and so- der tickets online, click on Band to perform Beach Party at the Com- Docks and Lakehouse in cial hour begin at 7 p.m.; the Company Store under July 4 concerts mon Man’s Town Docks Church Landing in Mered- the program begins “Fun Stuff” and be sure to outdoor beach bar over- ith. Visit thecman.com for promptly at 7:30 p.m. The use promo code WWF for looking Lake Win- information, directions Society’s Museum is also The New Horizons free shipping. Tickets can nipesaukee in Meredith and menus online and be- open at 7 p.m. The pro- Band of the Lakes also be ordered via phone will be held the night be- come a fan of the Common gram is free and open to Region will be play- at 968-9330. Space is limit- ing two concerts in fore on Wednesday,June 19 Man on its Facebook page the public; donations to ed and advanced tickets the Lakes Region starting at 6 p.m. The atwww.facebook.com/the support the work of the are strongly suggested. during the Fourth of July holiday. Listening to the band play is evening will feature wine, commonmannh . Society are gratefully re- The first Common Man a great way to spend a fine summer evening. To kick off the ceived band's summer schedule, and in celebration of the holiday, the Paid Advertisement Paid Advertisement Paid Advertisement The Society’s summer band will be playing at the Rotary Park in downtown Laconia on Don’t Let Investments Take a Vacation series is presented on the Tuesday evening, July 3. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. On 4th Tuesday of each Thursday, July 5, the band will be performing at the Sanbornton At long last, summer is recently, and your portfolio continue their dividends at month, May through Sep- Town Hall and this concert begins at 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair, almost here — which may contains a relatively large any time. And, as you know, tember. Gilmanton Ar- sit back and enjoy listening to some show tunes, peppy marches mean it’s time to put together amount of short-term fixed- stocks are subject to market chitecture is Richard Guy and some movie themes at either of these concerts. The 30 mem- your traveling plans. Still, rate vehicles whose interest risk, including the potential Wilson’s subject in July; ber band is under the direction of Mary Divers, a well know music while you and your family payments don’t even keep loss of principal invested. Pat Clarke presents the educator, performs throughout the year for various organizations may enjoy going a summer- up with inflation, they could • Don’t take a “time out” history of the Gilmanton and townships in the area. Band members live throughout the time trip, there’s one part be considered “lazy” invest- from investing. The financial Lakes Region and meet to enjoy the thrill of making music Academy in August; The of your life that should not ments. markets regularly move up summer’s final program, together. The band rehearses at the Music Clinic on Route 3 in Belmont. To schedule a performance this summer, call Karen go on vacation — and that’s • Look for the “multi-task- and down. During the down in September features your investment portfolio. ers.” In most aspects of life, times, it’s important not to New Hampshire in the Simpson at the Music Clinic at 528-6672 or the band director, at 527-2485. So, what can you do to “multi-taskers” are valu- get so discouraged that you Age of Clipper Ships with help your investments keep able — and it’s the same in decide to take a “time out” Glenn Knoblock. on working all year long, the investment world. Can from investing until “things year in and year out? Here you find a particular type of get better.” No one can really are a few suggestions: investment that may be able predict when a downturn will • Don’t chase after “hot” to achieve multiple goals end, but you don’t want to investments. Many times, at the same time? Consider be on the investment side- you will hear about a “hot” dividend-paying stocks. lines when the market turns investment, usually a stock. If you need the income to around — because the big- However, by the time you supplement your cash flow, gest gains can occur in the hear about such an invest- you can cash the dividend early stages of a rally. And in ment, it may already be cool- checks. And since some any case, if you’re not con- ing off. Even more impor- companies tend to increase stantly investing, or at least tantly, it might not have been their dividends, your invest- exploring new investment appropriate for your needs ment in these stocks can opportunities, your portfolio — and any investment that serve as a source of potential could begin to stagnate — or has either “flamed out” or for rising income, helping even become “unbalanced,” wasn’t right for you in the keep you ahead of inflation. in which case it may no lon- first place will not be a “hard Furthermore, if you don’t ger fit your objectives or worker” in your portfolio. actually need the dividends your risk tolerance. • Monitor “lazy” invest- to support your income By following the above ments. Under the right cir- stream, you can reinvest suggestions, you can help cumstances, just about any them to increase your own- keep your investments work- investment could be of value ership stake — a method of ing for you this summer to you. However, under building your overall wealth. — as well as fall, winter different scenarios, those Finally, many dividend-pay- and spring. The road toward same investments may not ing stocks also offer signifi- achieving your financial be doing as much for you. cant growth potential. Keep goals is a long one — so try To cite one example, when in mind, though, that there to keep moving. interest rates are at historic are no guarantees, because lows, as has been the case companies can lower or dis- This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. For more information, contact Jacqueline Taylor, Financial Advisor, at 279-3161 or email Jacki at [email protected]. Her office is located at 14 Main St., Downtown Meredith. For more information, see http://www.edwardjones.com/ or “like” her on Facebook www.facebook.com/ EJAdvisorJacquelineTaylor.
www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com A6 June 20, 2013 OBITUARIES/ LOCAL NEWS WINNISQUAM ECHO ■ OBITUARIES ■ Summer Adopt A Thon returns to NH Humane Society Robert E. Marshall, 91 LACONIA — New Not only will there be Laconia Pet Center, VCA FRANKLIN — Mr. eral local civic organiza- (Marshall) Hussman and Hampshire Humane Soci- same day,all day adoptions Lakes Region Veterinary Robert “Bob” E. Marshall, tions including Treasurer husband Charles of Tilton ety will host their Summer processed speedily with Hospital, BoBo’s Playland 91, of Tilton, passed away of the T-N Congregational and Dr. Lisa(Marshall) Adopt A Thon Saturday, supporting documents, and others, will have mer- on May 15, 2013 at Church, Master of the T-N Schwiebert and husband June 22 at the well known there are plenty of summer chandize and information- Franklin Regional Hospi- Cub Scouts, the Doric- Dr. Erik Schwiebert of animal welfare facility on activities to enjoy while vis- al booths on site a wonder- tal following a recent peri- Centre Masonic Lodge Birmingham, Ala.; a Meredith Center Road, La- iting the animals and pick- ful accompaniment for od of failing health. #20, serving as Master in brother, Donald (Skip) conia. ing the next four legged newly adopted pets. Born on Nov. 19, 1921 in 1974-75, the Peabody-Mt. Marshall and wife Doris of In tandem with the na- family member. Shelter spokesperson, Manchester, NH he was Washington Chapter Or- Quincy, Mass.; seven tional Adopt a Shelter cat New this year, a Dunk Marylee Gorham stated, the son (Buddy) of Lucy der of the Eastern Star grandchildren (Shawn promotion, but more im- Tank, staffed by animal “Our Black Friday adop- (Annis) and Robert R. and the Pemigewassett As- (Marshall) Cote of Rollins- portantly to promote adop- lovers from the Laconia Po- tion in November has al- Marshall of Manchester. sembly of the Internation- ford, Shari (Marshall) tions of all the animals at lice Department. Funds ways been a huge hit in the Bob graduated from al Order of the Rainbow Cote of Amesbury, Mass., the shelter, June 22 will be raised trying to unseat the community, so much so, Manchester Central High for Girls as Advisory Susan Ekstrom and fi- a banner day at the 100 year “Blue Ice Dunkees” will we’ve added the Summer School and the University Board Chairman for over ancé, Keith Jones of old organizations Laconia help care for the animals Adopt A Thon. It really is of NH and at the age of 20 10 years and Master of the Ridgewood, N.Y., Karen facility. waiting an adoptive home. the perfect time to pick a enlisted in what was then Grand Cross of Color. He (Ekstrom) Cote and hus- If trends continue as Thanks to donations from new family member.” called the US Army Air was also a frequent partic- band Chris of North Hart- they have this year “our fe- local gardeners and sup- All who joining the fun Corps. During World War ipant in the Belmont Se- land, Vt., Mackenzie Huss- line population is at an un- porters of the shelter, will receive a free raffle II he served in Southeast nior Center and the Laco- man of London, England, precedented low,” says perennials, annuals and ticket to the Ice Cream Asia on active duty for 8 nia Friendship Club for 20 Elisabeth Schwiebert and spokesperson Marylee herbs will be on sale, it is- themed basket. Adopters years; returning home to years. Turner Schwiebert of Gorham. “Our numbers n’t too late to plant. Those will be pleased to note low the US in 1949. He contin- A devoted husband, fa- Birmingham, AL, a have yet to rise above 60 fe- with a sweet tooth will be adoption fees, adult cats $50 ued to serve on active du- ther and grandfather af- cousin, Dr. Richard Mar- line residents this year, able to purchase locally and kittens $75. All animals ty status in the US Air fectionately known as shall and wife Jean of making our cats and kit- baked goodies, enjoy hand are current on vaccines, Force until being dis- “Greepa,” he especially Auburn, ME, and 3 great tens much sort after.” swirled candy floss, or a spayed or neutered, heart- charged after the 1966 enjoyed get-togethers grandchildren. All the better reason to sampling of popcorn. worm and leukemia/AIDS Cuban Missile Crisis. with family and friends, Bob was predeceased by include all creatures look- Grille masters will be on tested depending on their In the private sector, traveling to the Foxwoods a sister; Marion Ander- ing for their forever home, hand to cook a constant species, micro chipped and Bob worked in Tilton at Casino, reading, solving son, and a cousin; Dr. cats, kittens, adult dogs and supply of hot dogs least fully evaluated and receive the Arthur S. Brown End- crossword puzzles, and David Marshall, both of puppies, even a rabbit or anyone be overcome with a starter pack of food to go less Belts MFG. Co. for 17 gardening. Manchester, and a son, two, at this one day adop- hunger while choosing a home. For more informa- years as a chemist until Bob is survived by his Rick E. Marshall of tion extravaganza enjoying new furry friend. Local tion about the adopt a thon, their closing and then for wife of nearly 52 years, Franklin, on May 3, 2013. extended adoption hours, businesses linked with NH check www.nhhumane.org Quality Controls also in Gladys (Shaw) Marshall; a Graveside services will 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Humane Society such as or call 524-3252. Tilton until his retire- son, Conrad (Butch) Ek- be held on Monday, July ment. strom and wife Carolyn of 15, 2013 at Park Cemetery Dr. Michael Buff joins Bob was active in sev- Tilton; daughters Vicki in Tilton. Hematology/Oncology Department at LRGH Raymond L. Ricard, Jr., 69 LACONIA – LRGHealth- in Boston, Mass. made in the lives of his/her care is proud to welcome Dr. Buff is board certi- patients. The honor is be- LACONIA — Raymond He loved his family and He also leaves his sisters: Dr. Michael Buff to the fied in Internal Medicine, stowed to physicians who L. Ricard, Jr., 69, of San- was happiest when shar- Rena Neveu and her hus- Hematology/Oncology De- Hematology, and Medical have received near perfect bornton passed away at ing with them his enjoy- band, Dennis, of New partment. Oncology.Along with Lakes scores, as voted by patients. Genesis Health Care in ment of many outdoor ac- Boston; Karen Hurd of Dr. Buff joined the Am- Region General Hospital, LRGHealthcare is a not- Laconia on June 6 after a tivities: camping, fish- Nashua, and Jeanne Hy- bulatory Care Staff of his affiliations include for-profit healthcare chari- long and courageous bat- ing, boating and camp- att and her husband, LRGHealthcare in 2007. He Catholic Medical Center, table trust representing tle with cancer. fires. He loved music and Fred, of Caledonia, N/Y. received his undergradu- Concord Hospital, Dana- Lakes Region General Hos- Ray was born in for several years he trav- He was predeceased by ate degree from Cornell Farber Cancer Institute, pital, Franklin Regional Nashua, the son of Aldo- eled throughout New Eng- his parents and his broth- University and is a gradu- and Elliot Hospital. Hospital, and affiliated ra (Plante) and Raymond land as a member of the er, Peter, of White Lake, ate of the State University Dr. Buff was recognized medical providers. Ricard, Sr. After attend- Back Room Band. Mich. of New York at Stony Brook with the Patients’ Choice LRGHealthcare’s mission ing St. Francis Xavier He leaves his wife, Bon- At his request there School of Medicine in Award 2012. (Vitals.com). is to provide quality, com- School, he worked for nie, and five children will be no calling hours. Stony Brook, N.Y. He com- Patients' Choice recogni- passionate care and to many years in the con- (Leah, Sean, Wendy, Bri- Memorial donations may pleted both his residency in tion reflects the difference strengthen the well-being of struction business driv- an and Jason); ten grand- be made in his name to internal medicine and a fel- a particular physician has our community. ing trucks in Massachu- children; three great the Norris Cotton Cancer lowship in hematology and setts and New Hamp- grandchildren; and, sev- Center at Dartmouth- oncology at the Beth Israel shire. eral nieces and nephews. Hitchcock, Hanover. Deaconess Medical Center Christopher Records joins LRGHealthcare as Lab Director LACONIA — Leo Goddu, convenience for patients Vice President-Ancillary that require lab testing. Pa- Services of LRGHealth- tients are able to go to any care, has named Christo- of these five centers which pher Records as Adminis- are beneficial to both the trative Director of Labora- Lakes and Three Rivers Re- tories. gions. Christopher Records has Laboratory services are over thirty years experi- available at: ence working in hospital labs and has been oversee- Lakes Region General ing laboratories in both Hospital, Laconia large and small organiza- Interlakes Medical Cen- tions for the past twenty- ter, Meredith one years. Laconia Clinic, Laconia “I am delighted to be Franklin Regional Hos- here at LRGHealthcare and pital, Franklin am thrilled to be a part of New Hampton Family such a wonderful organiza- Practice, New Hampton tion,” Christopher stated. “Every person I’ve met The Lakes Region Gen- since starting on April 1st eral Hospital Laboratory has been a pleasure to work was recently successful in with.” its biennial CLIA survey. 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Placing one in for a generous donation to with a letter of medical ne- the only suitable window in the town. cessity from a doctor. The the apartments would cre- “Mr. and Mrs. Barbuto units are removed in the ate safety concerns should answered our plea for air fall and stored until the emergency personnel ever conditioners, which we will next summer. have to enter through that welcome with open arms Over the past two years, window. for our less fortunate sen- they were able to purchase Members of the town’s iors who do not have a enough of the air condi- Caring Hands Assisting building constructed for tioners to meet their needs, Tilton committee first window air conditioning,” DONNA RHODES but as the heat sets in and learned of the situation Hearing there is a need for medically necessary air conditioners for seniors, David and Barbara Barbuto said Chair Pat Consentino. medical conditions change, three years ago and began of Tilton Trailer presented a check to the town to purchase more of the special units. From left to right are The Barbutos presented they find more requests searching for compatible Tilton selectmen Sandra Plessner and Joe Jesseman, the Barbutos, and Selectmen Pat Consentino and the town with a check for come in and are left scram- units that could be used Katherine Dawson. (Missing from photo: Selectman Al LaPlante and welfare officer Heather Thibodeau, $500, enough to purchase bling to help those people. without creating a hazard. who oversees the program.) They were able to locate Thibodeau, they have also ‘Fishing for Fathers’ draws 25 families to Opechee Park special units through helped with Thanksgiving Lowe’s that met the re- and Christmas food baskets LACONIA — Fathers, fa- to strong communities. quired safety standards, a each year, urchasng ther figures, children and Lakes Region Communi- free-standing machine that turkeys and whatever else families gathered lakeside ty Services (LRCS) is a non- will not block the window is needed for local families. with fishing poles in hand profit, comprehensive fam- and will not deplete oxygen “We told Heather, if to enjoy the first “Fishing ily support agency with a in the room while in use. you’re ever in dire need, for Fathers’ day hosted by primary focus of providing A recent plea to help pur- call us and we meant that. the LRCS Family Resource supports to individuals chase more of the units was We feel very loyal to the Center’s (FRC) Family with developmental dis- readily answered by the Town of Tilton,” the couple Leadership Council. Held abilities and/or acquired Barbutos. said. on a mid-summery hot Sat- brain disorders and their “We were impressed Selectmen were happy to urday, June 1 at Opechee families. A dynamic hu- they do this for our resi- accept the donation on be- Park, the event drew close man services organization, dents and could find the half of Thibodeau, who to 75 people enjoying ‘Free COURTESY LRCS offers other essential right type of air condition- oversees the program, and Fishing Day’ in New Hamp- Marty Gray, Family Leader, and critical services to in- er,” said Barbara Barbuto. thanked them for their gen- shire. COURTESY enjoyed the event with son, dividuals in our Greater She and her husband erosity. “This was a day of old ‘Fishing for Fathers’ angler Brandon, and daughter, Lakes Region communities said they are always will- “It’s a tremendous joy fashioned family fun - fish- proudly displays his catch! Ashleigh. from birth throughout ing to pitch in when need- for us to know there are peo- ing poles and worms, hot- ‘Fishing for Fathers’ is a tant to Have Men in the their lifespan. At the core ed. Working with the town’s ple like you in our commu- dogs and chips and cold kick-off event for the Lives of Children?’ With of LRCS’ work are inclu- welfare officer Heather nity,” Consentino said. drinks, and kids and adults month of June that features millions of children being sion, acceptance, and build- all playing together - enjoy- many free workshops and raised without fathers, and ing strengths and partner- ing each other and the lake. programs at the FRC for most early care educators ships – whether at the indi- It was a celebration of fa- area families including ‘Fa- and elementary school vidual, family or commu- thers and father figures therhood Today’ with Scott teachers being women, are nity level. LRCS has offices and showed the importance Noyes. Noyes will discuss men needed? Contact in Laconia and Plymouth of men in the lives of chil- the changing role of dads in Robinson-Beland to regis- which combine to serve dren,” said Karen Welford, the lives of children on ter. families residing through- Director of the Family Re- Tuesday, June 11 from 6-8 For hundreds of families out Belknap and Southern source Center.“We are very p.m. at the LRCS Family Re- living in the Lakes Region Grafton Counties. For grateful to the parents and source Center, 719 N. Main each year, the Family Re- more information, contact especially the fathers on Str. in Laconia. To register, source Center of Central Joanne Piper Lang at 524- our Family Leadership contact Shannon Robinson- New Hampshire, a program 8811 or visit www.lrcs.org. Council for initiating this Beland at 581-1571 or email of Lakes Region Communi- day to promote the impor- [email protected]. An op- ty Services, offers respect- tance of the role of dads in tional dinner is offered ful, non-judgmental educa- the lives of children.” from 5:30-6 p.m. and on-site tion, early intervention, The Early Season Special thanks are ex- childcare and transporta- and support to assist fami- tended to both Hannaford tion assistance is available lies in their efforts to meet and Shaw’s of Gilford and upon request. needs, make positive con- VISTA Foods of Laconia PATIO SALE Scott Noyes is also pre- nections, and prepare chil- for donating food to support senting a workshop at dren for success today and the event and to Martel’s LRCS for professionals on tomorrow - because the Bait Shop for supplying a is Now in Progress at Wednesday, June 12 from 1- Family Resource Center be- case of worms. 4 p.m., entitled ‘Is it Impor- lieves strong families lead PARSONS PATIO SHOP HEALTHCARE CONTINUED FROM PAGE A6 95th percentile when com- SAVE UP TO 33% pared to other labs across New Hampshire and the ON ALL THE NEW 2013 INTRODUCTIONS country. 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For more in- Meredith. helping us make this hap- formation, visit www.Belk- In addition to loaning pen.” napEDC.org. Hermit Woods the funds “Meredith Village Sav- needed to purchase the ings Bank was excited to About Meredith building, Meredith Village have the opportunity to Village Savings Bank Savings Bank provided a work with Hermit Woods to Meredith Village Sav- construction loan to bring help them achieve their ex- ings Bank, founded in 1869, the building up to date and pansion goals,” said Gracie is an independent mutual give it a fresh new look. Cilley,Vice President - Com- savings bank with 11 offices Belknap EDC also con- mercial Loan Officer for serving individuals, fami- tributed funds toward the Meredith Village Savings lies, businesses and munic- purchase of the building, as Bank. “The Hermit Woods COURTESY ipalities in the Lakes Re- well as funds to purchase team’s entrepreneurial Chuck Lawrence, Hermit Woods Winery, Ken Wilson of Belknap EDC, Gracie Cilley of MVSB, Ken gion and Plymouth areas. the necessary winemaking spirit, vision and passion Hardcastle, and Bob Manley of Hermit Woods Winery pose in front of the winery’s future home on Main The Bank and its employ- Street in Meredith. equipment to expand pro- for the wine making busi- ees are inspired by MVSB’s duction to meet the expect- ness are sure to make for a tion until the finish of the New Hampshire in 2011. capital to Belknap County core values: respect, in- ed demand of the new loca- successful transition to current season in Novem- They make a wide variety in the form of federal tegrity, teamwork, excel- tion. their new location. We are ber. There is still much of traditional and non-tra- grants and loans that com- lence and stewardship. Bob Manley,owner/part- thrilled to be a part of their work to be done before we ditional wines from local prised the seed capital for These values are intrinsic ner at Hermit Woods, said, new venture, and expect can move our business to fruit and honey,as well as a its revolving loan fund. to every decision made at “We are in our third year at that this will be an excellent Meredith. Nonetheless, the few select wines crafted Belknap EDC has used this the Bank and are illustrat- our current location, 56 addition to the Meredith Hermit Woods team is from grapes purchased capital to make loans to 70 ed by the high priority they Taylor Rd. in Sanbornton, Main Street community.” working hard to create a from Chile. Belknap County business- place on trust, quality serv- and are bursting at the Ken Wilson, Loan Offi- smooth transition and get You can sample their es, which leveraged over ice and commitment to seams. I don’t think we cer for BelknapEDC, stated our winery and tasting wine by visiting the Hermit $75 million in capital from community support. could produce even one that “We are very pleased room open in Meredith be- Woods tasting room, which other sources and created MVSB strives to make the more bottle of wine.” and proud of the role that fore the holidays. We are is open on weekends from or retained over 1,700 jobs. communities it serves a Though the team at Her- we played in assisting with looking forward to being 11 a.m.-5 p.m., with addi- Our loan fund continues to better place to work and mit Woods briefly consid- the financing of Hermit part of the Meredith Com- tional hours in July and Au- assist new and growing live. For more information, ered expanding at their cur- Wood’s expansion into munity.” gust, Wednesday through businesses who cannot ac- please visit rent location, the cost and Meredith. This will prove Hermit Woods has con- Friday from 1-5 p.m. cess 100 percent of the fi- www.mvsb.com. challenges associated with to be a winning addition to tracted with Christopher P. Hermit Woods wines can that choice quickly made it Meredith’s Main Street and Williams Architects to help also be purchased in a se- EXIT’s Dave Liberatore clear they needed another the adjoining world class design the look of their new lect few local restaurants, option. With the help of re- destinations.” building, ensuring that the wine shops, and beer stores al estate agent Ellen Mulli- Manley wanted to be changes they make fit in throughout New Hamp- named REALTOR of the Year gan of Coldwell Banker clear, adding, “Hermit with the surrounding Main shire, as well as in the win- TILTON — Dave Libera- the community with Dou- Residential Brokers, they Woods Winery will not be Street businesses. Eric Gal- ery’s tasting room. Hermit tore has been selected as the glas's support. began looking at other al- leaving their present loca- lagher from Gallagher Con- Woods wines are also avail- REALTOR® Of The Year by Liberatore has more struction will be bringing able for purchase online in the Lakes Region Board of than 22 years of experience the design to life. They ex- sixteen states across the REALTORS.® while working for a com- pect to begin work just as country. Liberatore joined EXIT peting brokerage in the soon as they get approval Lakeside Realty Group in area for most of that time. from the town of Meredith. About Belknap EDC January 2011 as Managing He is a member of the Belknap EDC is one of Broker of the Tilton Office. Franklin Rotary, and has About Hermit ten non-profit regional de- He said he accepted Dou- served on many other local Woods Winery velopment corporations in glas Rollins, Owner of EX- boards and volunteers on a Ken Hardcastle, Chuck the state of New Hamp- IT Lakeside Realty Group's regular basis. His passion Lawrence, and Bob Manley shire. Since its inception in invitation to join because of is playing Santa for schools opened this small boutique 1992, Belknap EDC has their continuing success in and any organization look- winery in Sanbornton, brought $3 million in new real estate and understood ing for Santa's helper. the local market. 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The bank and its em- mestic violence crisis cen- nator for New Beginnings. gency assistance, educa- ployees are inspired by ter. “New Beginnings relies tional programs and a 24 MVSB’s core values: re- As part of MVSB’s com- heavily on the support of lo- hour crisis line to families spect, integrity, teamwork, mitment to assisting non- cal organizations, like and individuals in need. All excellence, and steward- profit agencies in the com- MVSB, as a means of con- services provided by New ship. These values are in- munities it serves, the tinuing to provide a safe en- Beginnings are free of trinsic to every decision Bank agreed to match all vironment and services for charge and confidential. made at the bank and are il- 2013 employee contribu- our community members For more information lustrated by the high prior- tions to the Lakes Region in crisis.” about New Beginnings, ity they place on trust, qual- United Way. The $41,400 in New Beginnings collab- please visit ity service, and commit- matched funds have been orates and educates to end http://www.newbegin- ment to community sup- COURTESY distributed evenly to 10 de- sexual, domestic and stalk- ningsnh.org. port. MVSB strives to make Meredith Village Savings Bank Branch and Business Development serving non-profit agencies ing violence, advocates for Meredith Village Sav- the communities it serves a Officer, Robyn Masteller and BSA Compliance Officer, Michelle selected by MVSB employ- and empowers individuals ings Bank, founded in 1869, better place to work and Driscoll present a $4,140 check to New Beginnings Child and Family ee vote. in a non-judgmental man- is an independent mutual live. More information can Advocacy Coordinator, Shauna Bertwell. New Beginnings was one of “We are so thankful that ner, and works toward so- savings bank with 11 offices be found at www.mvsb.com. ten non-profit organizations chosen by MVSB employee vote to receive matched funds resulting from the Bank’s Annual United Way Meredith Village Savings Bank supports Wentworth Economic Giving Campaign. Development Corporation with $10,000 tax credit purchase MEREDITH — Meredith cant impact in the commu- Village Savings Bank nity by channeling tax dol- (MVSB) recently pur- lars they might otherwise chased $10,000 in tax cred- pay to the State’s general its through the Community fund, to building economic Development Investment capacity within their com- Program (CDIP) in support munities. Investors like of Wentworth Economic MVSB may use the 75 per- Development Corporation cent credit at any time dur- (WEDCO). ing a period of five consec- Tax credit contributions SEE MVSB, PAGE A13 made to WEDCO provide the organization with the COURTESY resources to continue pro- Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) AVP Branch & Business viding economic develop- Development Manager, Marcus Weeks presents a $10,000 check to ment services and re- Denise Roy-Palmer, Executive Director for Wentworth Economic sources to local businesses Development Corporation (WEDCO).This check represents the purchase and communities. of $10,000 in tax credits by MVSB from WEDCO. 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