Volume 118 No. 47 © WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2011 50 cents Congress passes funds to open Berlin Prison By Edith Tucker ple back to work in New Hamp- [email protected] shire,” Shaheen said in a press release. WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Berlin Mayor Paul Grenier, a Androscoggin Valley and all of Democrat fresh off a successful Coös County have one more mayoral campaign for another thing to be grateful for on term, said: “I am very happy Thanksgiving. Funding is now in about the future of Berlin; there place to open the federal prison is definitely a positive feeling in in Berlin. PHOTO COURTESY OF JOHN GUTOWSKI our city now, and Sen. Shaheen Long-distance hiker John Gutowski of Twin Mountain recently took this photograph that shows 14 of the 33 3-megawatt Granite Reliable Power Senator Jeanne Shaheen had really helped create this head- wind turbines running over the ridgelines of Owlhead Mountain and Mount Kelsey from atop Signal Mountain in Millsfield, east of the turbines. announced on Wednesday after- wind.” He credited the efforts of Millsfield Pond is in the foreground. Muise Mountain, named after the late Fish and Game District 1 Chief Arthur Muise, is the high peak behind noon, Nov. 16, that by this week- both Shaheen and Bass, pointing the turbines in the left third of the photograph. It is now protected from development because of the high-elevation mitigation agreement ham- end the Berlin Prison would get out that their help on a number mered out by Fish and Game, Appalachian Mountain Club, and GRP that is part of the project’s Certificate of Site and Facility. the funds it needs to open. And of Berlin and North Country her prediction proved correct. projects had played a huge role. Senate and House negotia- Previously, the mayor had tors had reached a conference joined other local officials, both Bank Robber has history of bad luck committee agreement on the elected and appointed, in criti- By Jeff Woodburn sued on foot by an off-duty po- 2012 Commerce, Justice and Sci- cizing Republican Senator Kelly [email protected] lice officer, he glanced back to ence appropriations bill as part Ayotte for not supporting the BERLIN – Accused bank rob- assess the widening distance of a Continuing Resolution that 2012 Commerce, Justice and Sci- ber Daniel Ray Hufstetler has a from the cop and was run over had to pass in order to avoid a ence appropriations bill. long and record of run-ins with by an unsuspecting motorist. government shutdown that Bass, speaking on the House the law, some depicting him as a "He didn't get crushed, but he would have gone into effect at floor when the bill was being de- comical dunce or -- at least -- didn't get away, either," said Lt. midnight on Friday. bated on Thursday afternoon, hopelessly unlucky. He has sev- James McGee, of the Roswell po- Because of action in the credited Mayor Grenier for his eral felony convictions against lice Department in the Appen House and Senate, President dogged determination in secur- him – burglary, theft and assault. News, in Alpharetta, GA. A Buick Barack Obama was able to sign ing funding for the federal All of which were committed nailed him, he added, “The the bill on Friday to avert that prison. while he was living in the scene was pretty bad.” possibility. He also thanked Rep. Frank Roswell, Georgia area. Hufstetler was taken to the The bill that passed includes Wolf, a Republican of Virginia On April Fool’s Day, 2009, sev- hospital and later tried and con- $6.5 billion for the federal Bu- who chairs the House Com- eral Georgia newspapers report- victed for shop-lifting. reau of Prisons. It specifically merce-Justice-Science Appropri- ed that after a snatch-and-grab Back in June of 1998, when prioritizes funding for the three ations (CJS) subcommittee, for robbery of a jewelry store, Huf- Hufstetler was 20, he was appre- prisons across the nation — in- his willingness to entertain spe- stetler was hit by a car. He at- hended and handcuffed by po- cluding the Berlin Prison — that cific legislation to fund opening tempted to steal a $12,000 PHOTO BY JEFF WOODBURN whose construction had been up three unopened federal pris- bracelet and while being pur- see Bank Robber page A2 Daniel Ray Hufstetler: unlucky or dumb? completed but needed funding ons, including the one in Berlin. to open. That is the specific pro- Bass said that he had worked vision for which Rep. Charlie on Berlin and Androscoggin Val- Bass claims credit. In a Thurs- ley issues for some 16 years, the day afternoon telephone inter- bulk of the time as congressman view, Bass exuberantly pointed from the Second Congressional out that Sen. Shaheen had incor- District. porated the same language into “This is great news,” Bass the bill’s Senate version. This said in a Thursday afternoon kind of mutual effort is charac- telephone interview. “I think teristic of how New Hampshire’s that good things lie ahead for delegation works across the Berlin, with the possibility of aisle, he said. Bass is a Republi- bringing diversified industries can, Shaheen a Democrat. that can take advantage of the “This is very, very good news hot water produced by the for the North Country and New Berlin Station biomass plant Hampshire,” Shaheen said. “By plus the available land on the creating more than 300 jobs, the east side of the Androscoggin PHOTO BY JEFF WOODBURN PHOTO BY JEFF WOODBURN Berlin Prison will provide a $40 River,” he explained. Accused bank robber Daniel Hufstetler confers with his attorney, Hannah Kinne. Sheena Craig with her attorney Joseph Garrison million economic boost to a The 1,280-bed men’s medium- community that really needs it. security federal facility on the Once the bill passes, the Bureau East Side of Berlin was complet- Bank robbers nabbed, loot used to avoid eviction will begin the hiring process ed in 2010 at a total cost of $276 By Jeff Woodburn bank and -- minutes later -- de- Class A felony. Hufstetler’s attor- from Class B to Class A felony, within weeks.” million. [email protected] positing part of the loot into their ney, Hannah Kinne, with the Lit- based on the statutory definition “I am glad the Congress is Federal medium-security LANCASTER –A recently un- landlord’s bank account to avoid tleton public defender’s office, of the alleged crime. coming together in a bipartisan employed man and his girlfriend eviction from their High Street, said her client plans to plead not Buteau argued that Craig’s bail see Berlin Prison page A2 way to pass this bill and get peo- are accused of robbing a local Berlin apartment. On Thursday, guilty. The state’s evidence, she be set at $50,000 personal recog- Daniel Hufstetler and Sheena said, is “all circumstantial.” nizance and $500 cash bail. He Craig separately appeared in Lan- Buteau argued that Huf- noted that Craig was unemployed Word on the Street: caster District Court to face stetler’s bail should be set at and had a record – in 2005 she was felony charges brought against $75,000 cash only bail based on convicted of theft in Georgia. Her them. his previous criminal record, and, attorney, Joseph Garrison, who is Is the economy getting better or worse? Hufstetler allegedly robbed at Buteau said, the defendant is a also with the local public defend- gunpoint the Guardian Angel “danger to public safety and a er’s office, said $500 cash bond, Credit Union in Berlin on Novem- possible flight risk.” Kinne coun- was not fair. “It’s inappropriate,” ber 14 at 2:50 p.m. and then fled in tered that bail should be $20,000 he said, “for driving a car.” Garri- a get-away car driven by Craig. personal recognizance and son also said Craig’s conviction Several witnesses described the $10,000 cash or corporate surety. should have been annulled, that suspects and their vehicle, ac- “He’s indigent (and ) has no in- she has worked over a year as an cording to Berlin Police Lt. Dan come,” she said and suggested overnight stocker at the Gorham Buteau, who represented the setting bail so high that it ex- Wal-Mart and that she has strong state in both appearances. Huf- cludes only wealthy people could local ties – including two girls stetler left with $3,450 and 17 min- be violation of the “equal protec- aged 7 and 13. “She has a tremen- utes later, Craig made a deposit in- tion rights for people without dous amount of commitment to to their landlord, David Thomp- money.” the area,” said Garrison. Des- son’s account at Northway Bank. A few minutes after Hufstetler jardin was unconvinced and Three days earlier, on Nov. 11, was escorted out of the court- ruled in favor of the state. Garri- Thompson sought the help of the room by Deputy Sheriffs and tak- son said the family was collecting Paul Bergeron, Berlin David Steffen, Berlin Barry Hartman, Pittsburg local police to assist him in evict- en to the Coos County prison to the money and would have it in a “little bit better” “going back down” “industry has closed” ing Hufstetler and Craig. await a Nov. 23 probable cause few hours. The two were arrested without hearing, his girlfriend and alleged Buteau said that the Berlin Po- By Jeff Woodburn thought we’d ask some random David Steffen, of Berlin, incident on Wednesday evening, partner-in-crime, Craig arrived in lice Department, State Police, FBI [email protected] shoppers in the parking lot of agrees, but he’s looking at people and arraigned at around noon the court. Awaiting her arrival was and Coos County Sheriff’s Depart- GORHAM - There seems to be Wall Mart last week. and they aren’t very happy. “In next day in Lancaster District her mother and one other person. ment worked on the case. He mixed messages about the state Two out of three said the my opinion,” he said, “it feels like Court. Craig’s mother had minutes be- summed up; it “was good work, of the U.S. economy. One day economy is getting worse. Barry it’s going back down.” He point- Hufstetler, 32, has a lengthy fore complained to Buteau that good leads and a lot of help.” there is good news, the next day Hartman was down from Pitts- ed to the number of demonstra- criminal record in Georgia, where Hufstetler “has almost kept her as bad and on the local level it’s burg. He’s retired from the oil in- tors, who are protesting the he is currently wanted for violat- prisoner.” Later, when asked CALENDAR ...... A7 equally unclear. There are ing his parole. In July, Berlin po- about the incident, the woman dustry and his wife is a nurse. country’s economic policy, CLASSIFIED ...... A10-11 cheers about the news that the They retired to Pittsburg a few which they say increases the gap lice arrested him for being a fugi- said, “no comment.” When asked EDITORIAL ...... A4 federal prison in Berlin has final- years ago, but want out as the between the richest people and tive, but Georgia officials did not about the comments on Friday ly been funded, but it will take economy in this part of the coun- the rest of the population. People want to transport him back there. morning, Craig’s attorney Joseph HAPPENINGS ...... A7 several months or possibly ty has suffered big losses. The wouldn’t be doing this, he said, if He moved to the area in February, Garrison also declined to com- OBITUARIES & SERVICES ...... A6 longer before it is fully operating. Colebrook region is reeling, he the economy were improving. apparently with Craig, who has ment. SPORTS ...... A8, A12 There is concern about rising fu- said, from the recent closure of Economics though is very family ties to the region. Huf- Craig, 29, who is formerly el prices – experts say gas prices the Balsams, their major employ- personal. Berlin resident Paul stetler worked at Steel Elements, known as Marzullo, faces less will hit an all-time high over the er, and of a furniture factory a few Bergeron said, “I think things are but was laid off recently, accord- hefty charges -- conspiracy to Thanksgiving and Christmas hol- years ago. getting a little bit better, but not a ing to a former co-worker’s testi- commit bank robbery punishable iday. “It’s getting worse,” Hartman whole bunch better.” When mony in the affidavit. If convict- by a maximum of 15 years in If the economists can’t figure said, “all the industry has closed pressed for reasons why, he said, ed, he could face as many as 20 prison. Buteau asked Judge Paul out where we are going we down.” “I’m working again.” years in prison. The offense is a Desjardin to upgrade the charges A2 THE BERLIN REPORTER NOVEMBER 23, 2011 ••• Lamirande will not run again for Register of Deeds [email protected] position for the past 14 years. and improving the volume and By Jeff Woodburn Prior to that, she was a State quality of records that are LANCASTER – Coos County Senator from 1993-94 and was a available on-line. The Deeds of- Register of Deeds Carol Lami- banker for many years. She said fice records and manages im- rande has announced that she her husband retired five years portant real estate related will not run for re-election next ago and they wanted to be able records, including deeds, mort- year. to spend time doing other gages, and subdivision plans. “I enjoy working here. I love things. She said she has no inten- the people,” she said, but “it’s Lamirande is proud of the tions to run for anything again. time for me to retire and travel work that has been completed “My running days are over,” and do a few other things.” during her tenure, specifically she added. Lamirande has served in the upgrading the booking system
COURTESY PHOTO Santorum comes to Berlin Native David Boucher is the Cod Father Jefferson on Sunday “Cod Father” comes home JEFFERSON — Former Sena- can Presidential nomination, on Sunday, Nov. 27, at the Jeffer- tor Rick Santorum of Pennsylva- will host a "Faith, Family and son Town Hall. Everyone is wel- By Jeff Woodburn Market, and no surprise – David’s able to catch a slight hint of Texas nia, who is seeking the Republi- Freedom" meeting at 12:45 p.m. come. [email protected] favorite fish is cod. His seafood is accent. GORHAM – Berlin native David delivered fresh and regularly to Boucher is excited to be home Boucher and his wife, Barbara, re- their Main Street location. and count the daily wonders of ru- turned to the region this past sum- A 1976 Berlin High School ral living – like counting the trees New program aims to cut heating costs mer and purchased the former graduate, Boucher entered the they pass. This, he notes, is treat Seafood Delight, which had been military, graduated from college having come from a metropolitan for homeowners and boost local economy closed for several months. The and landed in the medical field area void of much natural habita- BERLIN —A new program in percent energy savings. The pro- see a 40-50 percent fuel savings, couple has renamed their busi- most recently in Texas, where the tion. “Life makes sense here,” he Berlin is offering selected home- gram is open to single-family and every house that replaces ness – The Cod Father Seafood most observant listener may be added. owners the opportunity to save and multi-family owner-occu- 1,000 gallons of oil with wood 40-50 percent on home heating pied properties. Berlin residents pellets through this system will costs while keeping their energy can learn more about eligibility reduce its greenhouse gas emis- dollars circulating locally and and participation at www.north- sions by 14 tons per year.” Other supporting jobs in the regional ernforest.org/model_neighbor- benefits include strengthening economy. “Berlin is an ideal hood_project.html. markets for low-grade wood, place to demonstrate how effi- The Model Neighborhood which provides financial incen- cient pellet burners have be- Project is also seeking opportu- tive to forestland owners to come,” said Mike Wilson, senior nities to subsidize the installa- keep their forests intact, and op- program director for the non- tion of pellet boilers in afford- portunities to stabilize and in- profit Northern Forest Center. able housing units and munici- crease employment in forest- “We want to encourage people pal buildings in the Berlin re- based businesses. “For example, to switch from imported oil to gion. there are 4 existing pellet pro- wood pellets that come from the “We’ll be collecting and pre- ducers in Maine that could sup- Northern Forest.” Switching to senting performance data on the port 500 additional direct and in- pellets made from wood grown boilers as part of the project,” direct jobs if they were operat- and processed in the Northern said Dutch Dresser, director of ing at full capacity,” said Wilson. Forest keeps 100 percent of the Maine Energy Systems, which “Moving away from imported oil money spent on this alternative assembles the ÖkoFEN wood- toward a local energy source will fuel in the local and regional pellet heating systems offered be good for Berlin and the re- economy. Conversely, nearly 80 through this program. “The sys- gional economy,” said Pam cents of every dollar spent on tem is a virtually seamless re- Laflamme, city planner for COURTESY PHOTO imported heating oil leaves the placement for traditional oil- Berlin. “The city is very excited Verizon Wireless Zone’s team from the left: Marissa Jones, Littleton Store Manager Tina Dodge, Joshua Johnson local economy. based systems. Homeowners re- to be collaborating on this proj- and General Manager Brian Albert. The Model Neighborhood move small bags of ash only ect, and we hope Berlin resi- Project is a collaboration among three or four times a year dents will come forward quickly Poulin’s Verizon Wireless Zone expands; the Northern Forest Center, through a clean quick-release to find out if their home qualifies Berlin BetterBuildings, the City system.” for this program. Reducing your buys outlets in Lancaster and Littleton of Berlin and Maine Energy Sys- “The benefits of the program heating expenses by 40 to 50 tems. The program will subsi- By Jeff Woodburn ness plan to have 10 stores over bile phone business, Albert said, are extensive,” said Baden- percent is a major financial dize up to 75 percent of the [email protected] 10 years,” said Poulin’s General is customer service. “It comes hausen. “Homeowners should gain.” costs involved in transitioning BERLIN –David Poulin, who Manager Brian Albert. “We plan down to great people,” he added. from oil heating systems to ad- owns the Verizon Wireless Zone to bring our own personality into The mobile phone industry has vanced wood pellet boilers for rested for failure to obey a traf- store in Berlin, has expanded his the stores.” grown dramatically in the region Bank Robber as many as 40 homeowners in fic control device and at the franchise by purchasing two Littleton is a very strong store, since towers were erected to pro- (continued from Page A1) the coming two years. “We set same time the police officer no- more Verizon Wireless mobile he said, and their immediate vide wider coverage. The trend an ambitious goal of completing lice for underage drinking. He ticed that he was drunk – so ad- phone outlets in Lancaster and plans are to make the Lancaster now, Albert said, is toward re- the first 10 installations before managed to escape and was lat- ditional charges of DUI were Littleton. store, “more visible.” placing home or landlines phone February 2012,” said Cimbria er caught, but without the hand- filed against him. “It’s part of our overall busi- The key to success in the mo- with mobile phones. He also sees Badenhausen, community man- cuffs. He was charged with es- Hufstetler has also been ar- more older people getting mobile ager for Berlin BetterBuildings. cape and with theft rested for financial transaction phones. It is important, he said, To be eligible for the Model for taking the handcuffs. card fraud and possession of for his staff to assist them to be- Neighborhood Project, home- In February 2010, he was ar- marijuana. come familiar with the technolo- owners must participate in the gy. BetterBuildings program, con- Poulin purchased the Lancast- duct a home energy analysis porter Kelly O’Donnell at the er and Littleton stores from Craig and, through energy efficiency Berlin Prison Dairy Bar, north of downtown. Devlin. For those of you who have un-used upgrades, target a minimum 15 (continued from Page A1) Sen. Shaheen also answered questions about the Low Income prisons are now 51 percent over- TBA Theater tickets or gift certificates, Home Energy Assistance Pro- Maintenance Free crowded, and the Bureau of Pris- gram (LIHEAP) of the federal De- Casablanca Cinema will honor ons needs the new prison to ad- BOB FAUTEUX partment of Health and Human dress safety concerns associat- one TBA ticket with the purchase of Construction • 466-2982 Services. The senator said that ed with overcrowding. Cell • 723-6523 she still has no good news to re- Shaheen has pushed to open three Casablanca movie tickets. Custom port and remains uncertain Installed the prison since the needed *Offer valid through Nov. 15; TBA ticket must be presented at time of purchase. Built about whether or not more funding became at risk. She www.casablancatheaters.com $11,500 Decks and funds will be secured. Shaheen spoke on the Senate floor last For more information, call 207-824-8248. Porches said she is one of 34 senators 24’x24’ Garage month in support of the appro- who asked that the same level of Located at the Intersection of Rt. 2 & 26 in Bethel, ME Including: Concrete Slab, All Framing, Any Size or Design priations bill and the Berlin funding that was available in Vinyl Siding, 1-Steel Entry Door, Available Prison, and she also appeared 2011 be in place for 2012. DHHS Roofing, 1 Vinyl Window, Custom Built on Site on both NBC “Nightly News” and Two 9’x7’ Galvanized Garage Doors. has asked for about half the the “Today Show” to draw atten- funding that was available last 24’x28’ 24’x32’ 24’x36’ 24’x40’ tion to the issue. The “Today year, even though the price of fu- Show” segment was filmed in $12,900 $14,500 $15,900 $17,500 el oil is expected to rise by 10 Berlin and included Main Street percent, Shaheen explained. 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INTERVALE — The Believe in
COURTESY PHOTO Books Literacy Foundation Dr. John McDowell will retire from clinic practice at year’s end, but he will continue as Care Management (BIBLF) recently partnered with Director at AVH. After earning his M.D. at the Yale School of Medicine, he started practice in Gorham in 1974. Androscoggin Valley Hospital (AVH), and the Coös Family Sup- port Project to launch their liter- acy initiative “Books from Birth.” Dr. John McDowell This program’s goal is to foster a relationship with children from birth that will continue through- out their childhood years, plant- to retire from clinic ing the seeds of literacy and edu- cation with free books. Each child born in AVH will receive a brand new book pouch. The practice at year’s end pouch contains a soft baby book, information for parents on the COURTESY PHOTO BERLIN-GORHAM — The Coös teenage pregnancy rate. He also came one of the first in Coös to importance of reading to one’s Books from Birth County Family Health Services an- had to brush up on his French so he serve as a training site for medical child, how to access local li- nounced the retirement of Dr. John could talk with many of the area’s students because McDowell be- braries and connection to the Pictured (from left) are Cathy McDowell of Coos Family Support Project, A. McDowell of Randolph, one of older residents. During his first sev- lieved that they weren’t getting the Reach out and Read program be- Mr. A.O. Lucy of BIBLF and the staff at AVH launch the Books from Birth the founding members of the fami- eral years in the practice, he was on exposure to rural health care that ing offered through well child vis- Program. ly medical practice in Gorham. call every other night as well as they needed. its at Coös County Family Health right away. The nurses at AVH at each well child visit up to age CCFHS honored his commit- every other weekend. McDowell brought the first doc- Services, Weeks Medical Center will work with each parent to em- five. Children who participate in ment to rural medicine and his role After a couple of years, Dr. Mc- tor to the area who was Board cer- and Indian Stream Health Center. phasize the importance of read- these programs typically have as a change-maker on Saturday Dowell and his partner converted tified in Internal Medicine. Over the Mr. A.O. Lucy, Executive Di- ing in their child’s future growth larger vocabularies, stronger lan- night, Nov. 5, at the annual Awards the Gorham Medical National years, the practice grew from two rector of BIBLF, explains why and development. The informa- guage skills, and a six-month de- Ceremony for employees at the Health Service Center into a non- physicians and six examination providing free books to babies is tion in the book pouch provided velopmental edge over their Town and Country Inn and Resort profit rural health clinic. It was the rooms to 20 providers, two sites, so important. “Although babies by Believe in Books will also en- peers. in Shelburne. Dr. McDowell will first of its kind in the state’s North and many more exam rooms. Nu- don’t seem to understand books, courage parents to go to their The Believe in Books Literacy continue to see patients until Dec. Country that had a community merous physical plant renovations reading to babies actually helps first well child visit where they Foundation has a broadening 29 in the Gorham Medical Office. Board of Directors — a unique con- later, the organization joined with to develop essential communica- can receive another new book for mission to enhance the quality of He will continue his position as cept at the time. Other innovations Coös County Family Health Ser- tive, cognitive, and social skills. their baby through the Reach life through exposure, educa- Care Management Director at the also took place— two nurses were vices in 2004, making CCFHS one of It is the hope of the Literacy Out and Read Program. Reach tion, and the engagement of read- Androscoggin Valley Hospital given on-the-job training to become the largest rural Federally Qualified Foundation that all children born Out and Read is an evidence- ing and bringing stories to life. (AVH) in Berlin. Physician Assistants. Both later Health Centers in New England. in the North Country have equal based program that promotes The Literacy Foundation is a McDowell arrived in 1974 as a had more formal training and be- McDowell is a great storyteller, a access to books and a jump start early literacy and school readi- Charitable 501(c)(3) Non-Profit commissioned officer in the Na- came certified. Electronic records talented trumpet player who plays on learning.” AVH staff and the ness by giving new books to chil- guided by the needs and involve- tional Health Service Corps to hon- did not then exist, and when Mc- with the Berlin Jazz Band, a won- Coös Family Support Project dren and advice to parents about ment of the communities in or his two-year contract with the Dowell requested medical records derful example to younger physi- agree that the Books from Birth the importance of reading aloud which it serves. Corps for paying for his last year of from other physicians, he recalls cians, and a persistent golfer. program not only helps facilitate education at the Yale University that he often received a 3 x 5 card Anyone who would like to leave early literacy skills, but also en- School of Medicine. He and his with their payment history on it a tribute to McDowell’s service in courages early family bonding. Turkey Day is wife, Cathy, arrived in an area and then had to figure out from the this community should send it to The Books from Birth pro- where there were no obstetricians office visit charge what kind of med- CCFHS Development Department, gram at AVH is designed to pro- on the Way and the only pediatrician had left, ical service that represented. 54 Willow Street, Berlin, NH 03570. vide parents with a book for their in a county with the state’s highest The Gorham Medical Center be- baby that they can begin using So Wash your Car Today Hospitals see increase ht Str Wig eet in charitable care Car Wash By Jeff Woodburn Marketing Director at AVH, it is a [email protected] “significant public service.” He BERLIN – Local hospitals are blamed the bad economy for the Happy Thanksgiving seeing a steady increase in chari- increase. “It’s a challenge,” Patry table care or bad debt as a result said, “We struggle with this is- WARM Water & Presoak for Winter Cleaning of patients’ inability to pay their sue.” medical bills. 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Editorial Depraved because – LETTERS TO THE EDITOR –
they’re deprived? “Good Turn for America” – Scouts say Thanks Thanks to every individual who Thank you to our ad- the volunteers who helped put Also thanks to Good Shepherd donated food items, money or vertisers: Shaw’s Communica- out tags and/or collected bags Parish and the Berlin Armory for For us, crime is something that generally happens contributed in some way to the tions, Top Furniture, H&R Block and boxes: many family mem- the use of their facilities. mostly under the radar screen – sure we print the 2011 “Scouting for Food” Cam- and the Berlin Daily Sun. Thank bers of our scouts; members of Thanks again to all who court and police reports and every so often we must paign. Over 1400 bags and box- you to Berlin IGA and Save-A-Lot the Knights of Columbus Council helped do a “Good Turn for es of food were collected by for their donations. A big “thank 506; Girl Scout Troops 20777 and America”! write about higher profile crimes – the occasional pa- Berlin and Gorham Boy Scouts, you” goes to Mike Fortier for his 12401; Rene, Cheryl and Zach thetic or gruesome tale. It does get the adrenalin flow- Cub Scouts, Leaders and other time and the use of his shiny new Boucher; Elena and Chelsee Emilie Stiles ing, but it can’t be good for the soul. Fortunately, it is wonderful volunteers on Satur- school bus. Thank you to Caron; Richard Dagesse; Joshua 2011 “Scouting for Food” day, Nov. 12. All donations went Gorham Walmart for allowing us Arsenault; Leo and Sue Roberge; Berlin-Gorham Coordinator not a major editorial focus – we are much more at- directly to the area’s food to use your parking lot to “Stuff Jordan Neil; Bart, Cindy, Logan, tracted to offbeat, stories about the small wonders of pantries that afternoon. the Bus”. We are thankful for all Emma and Madison Bergquist. rural living. This week we were at the right place at the right Bravo Colonel Town Players!? time, when the Berlin Police Department arraigned two alleged bank robbers in Lancaster District Court. What a fine job the Colonel er just right for a wonderful hope everyone in the area was great presentation. It was truly a Town Players did with their re- show. Kudos especially to able to see the show and sup- delightful way to spend an Daniel Hufstetler and his girlfriend, Sheena Craig, cent production of My Fair Lady! Courtney Vashaw Piper and Pe- port the community theater. evening!?? were charged with robbing the Guardian Angel Credit The music, the costumes, the ter Gair who were both so ex- Thank you to the whole group in- Union last week. Minutes after robbing the credit set, the whole cast and crew- pressive and natural in their volved for your hard work and Jennifer Barton, Randolph everything seemed to fit togeth- lead roles as Eliza and Higgins. I time putting together such a union, the duo deposited a portion of the loot into their landlord’s bank account to avoid eviction. Is the cause a poor economy, a criminal mind or just plain stupidity? Our Facebook page hosted a spir- ited discussion minutes after our story was posted. NCIC offers grants to small businesses Few had sympathy for the duo, but at least one indi- LANCASTER — The Northern own. factory completion of the proj- then NCIC will issue a purchase cated that desperate times cause desperate choices. Community Investment Corp. Through this program NCIC ect. Grant funds can be used on- order for the work to begin. After all, some notorious bank robbers during the (NCIC) was recently awarded a can help get this done. Examples ly for “small business,” that is 50 The business owner should $400,000 grant from the USDA of technical assistance include: or fewer employees and general- provide a business plan (if avail- Great Depression became egalitarian folk heroes. Rural Development Rural Busi- Energy Efficiency Audits-Design; ly less than $1,000,000 gross able), financial projections and But not these two; our time covering this case and ness Enterprise Grant Program. Education & Training; Marketing sales (sales is the cost of goods current financial reports. All ap- a day at the Court leaves us reminded of a John Wayne The purpose of this project is & Sales Strategies; Engineering sold), according to USDA. plications should clearly state to provide funding for technical & Architectural Report; Permit- how the grant funds would en- line, “Life is tough; tougher when you are stupid.” Bad assistance to private small and ting Assistance; Finance & Ac- The business must complete able the business to improve, choices are indeed encouraged by alcohol and drug emerging businesses in the counting; and Website Develop- an application, with assistance grow or expand. abuse, and by desperate situations. But, stupid choic- North Country, according to ment. from NCIC, as needed. NCIC will For further information, Mollie White. These Funds are Under this grant program, then review applications for questions, or application, please es are a result of parents, schools and society not for use in NCIC’s service area in the business will be responsible completeness and approval. If contact: Mollie White, NCIC, 1 holding young people responsible or accountable for Coös, Grafton, and Carroll coun- for 38 percent of the total proj- an application is accepted and Middle Street, Suite 301, Lan- ties in New Hampshire. Busi- ect cost and must provide those approved, NCIC will assist in de- caster, NH 03584 or telephone their actions. Their appetite for bad behaviors nesses could often benefit from funds before commencement of veloping a Request for Propos- 788-2700, ext. 47; or Mike Welch, seemed to grow increasingly over time and possibly, technical assistance and profes- the work by the consultant. als, and help solicit proposals NCIC, 347 Portland St., Suite 201, if tougher action was taken earlier, these two would- sional consulting services but Grant funds would pay the re- from qualified firms. The busi- St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or 802- they cannot afford it on their maining 62 percent, upon satis- ness will select a consultant and 748-5101, ext. 25. n’t be where they are today. Is it telling that the duo’s first stop was to pay their rent? It brings to mind the old canard from West Side Sto- ry, "I'm depraved on account of I'm deprived." Is this true or is there something else at work here?
Fire Marshal: Weathervane Barn fire case remains open, undetermined By Jeff Woodburn ”the investigation remains [email protected] open and under investigation WHITEFIELD – The fire that and the cause is undeter- destroyed the old barn that mined.” was attached to the Weather- The Weathervane The- vane Theatre remains unre- atre’s Lyn Winters reported solved, but the property has that the “property has been been returned to the theatre returned to us” and they are indicating that the physical working with their insurance site is no longer being used in company to determine the the investigation. amount of the loss. “At this time, “said John She added, “It’s hard to de- Southwell, of the New Hamp- termine cause when the struc- shire fire marshal’s office, ture burns to the ground.”
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New England States: $60 per year, $35 for six months. COURTESY PHOTO (rates effective 3/1/08) Mail rates are higher when paper is for- Northern Human Services (NHS), National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and Jackie Catello recently sponsored a presentation at the warded out of county. Please call for seasonal rates. White Mountains Community College featuring guest speakers, including Andrew Archer presenting "In Our Own Voice" (IOOV) and Annette A Salmon Press Newspaper Carbonneau presenting "Life Interrupted." There was a great turnout, with many guests in attendance. The Culinary Arts Department pro- Frank Chilinski, President & Publisher vided pastries. A local NAMI support group will begin on Wednesday, Nov. 9, and continue every second Wednesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m., location to be announced. A Family-To-Family group will resume in the Spring of 2012. For more information on either group, Tel. (603) 752-1200 / Fax (603) 752-2339 contact Robin Blanchette at CSC, 752-1005 x-3360. Pictured (left to right) are Louise Johnson of NHS, Jackie Catello, Susan Biggart of www.breporter.com CSC, and Annette Carbonneau of NAMI. Missing from photo are Andrew Archer of IOOV, Janet Nickerson of NHS, Becky Roberge and Robin E-Mail: [email protected] Blanchette both from CSC. NOVEMBER 23, 2011 THE BERLIN REPORTER A5 ••• Sabrina Delorge earns certification
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Congratulations to Sabrina Delorge, CMSRN, who recently passed her Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Exam. Sabrina has been part of the AVH team for more than five years. AVH congratulates her on this worthwhile accomplishment.
COURTESY PHOTO First-year students in the two-year RN nursing program at White Mountains Community College recently completed their clinical work in long-term care at The Morrison nursing home in Whitefield. In front, from left, Rebecca Duguay, Bethlehem; Becky Knowles, Silver Lake; Erin Husk, Franconia. Standing, Roxie Severance, Executive Director of The Morrison; Holly Pitre, Bethlehem; Jon Place, BHS Class of 1954 Easton; Samantha Perkins, Lincoln; Michael Lemmen, Littleton; Nursing Professor Sandra Yunghans, RN, BSN, MHSA.
Notre Dame High School Class of 1956 Reunion
COURTESY PHOTO Some members of the Berlin High School Class of 1954 gathered for lunch, fifty-seven years later, at Northland Dairy on August 11, 2011. Pictured in the back row (l to r) are Louise (Davidson) Redgate, COURTESY PHOTO Robert Lamontagne, Rita Debonis, Jay Herr, Michael Sullivan, Barbara (Gagne) Labbe, Frank Cellupica, Notre Dame High School class of 1956 celebrated their 55th class reunion at the White Mountain Chalet Donald Plummer, Barbara (Potter) Barbieri, Tony Urban, and Walter Gilbert; front row (l to r) are Susan on Sept. 17 and 18, 2011. A Mass for the deceased classmates was held at 9 a.m. at Good Shepard (Prowell) Rothberg, Tina (Baldassara) Delisle, Jeannette ( Laflamme)Theriault, Joanne (Olson) Holmes, Parish (previously Ste. Anne's) followed by a breakfast at the White Mountain Chalet. Pictured are: (first Jeannette (Melanson) Mullen, Mary Jane (Robichaud) Gagne, and Rita (Lelande) Croteau. row, l-r) Doris Morel Henry, Therese Montminy Croteau, Anita Demers Bergeron, Elaine Valliere Collins, Madeleine Ouellette McCarthy, Gertrude Cote Coulombe, Lucille Pelchat Hebert; (second row) Norman Cusson, Pauline Dube Barnett, Shirley Marois Poulin, Marguerite Arsenault Cadorette, Claire Labreckque Gaulin, Cecile Bilodeau Lamarrer, Priscilla Morneau Blackburn, Lucille Dion Peterson, Rosalie Ruel Labrecque; (third row) Norman Rheaume, Paul Bouchard, Robert Baillargeon, Ronald Poirier, Roland Croteau, Robert Beaulieu, Pierre Morin, Aline Bisson Lacroix and Richard Lacroix.
National campaign educating young adults on health care hits college campuses CONCORD — Friends with Hawkins, director of Granite State lent of about $43,000 for a single Benefits ? a national campaign ef- Progress. “The beginning of the individual and their job doesn?t fort to educate young adults school year is a busy time for stu- offer affordable coverage. The about benefits available to them dents. They are selecting courses Friends with Benefits campaign under the Affordable Care Act ? and catching up with old friends, encourages young adults to hits college campuses in New and picking out health insurance download a toolkit that provides Hampshire this week. The series doesn?t really rise to the top of this information as well as details of events and activities is part of the list. But adequate health cov- regarding options currently avail- a national weeklong back-to- erage is critical to keeping young able to young adults for health school push by the organization adults healthy and financially se- coverage in New Hampshire. It in- Young Invincibles to help young cure, and we want to make sure cludes walking students through adults understand the benefits they know about the new oppor- how to stay on a parent?s plan. provided for them under the Af- tunities and benefits available to The full report is download- fordable Care Act. According to a them under the Affordable Care able at http://www.gettingcov- new Gallup poll out today, about Act.” Under the new health law, ered.org/Back2School/. 1 million more young adults have young adults under the age of 26 It?s our hope that parents and health coverage since key young can now be insured as a depend- young people will use the Toolkit adult provisions of the law went ent on their parent?s health in- as a resource, so we can make into effect. In New Hampshire, surance. They can also access sure that everyone has the cover- Granite State Progress and stu- free preventive care like flu shots, age and care they need to stay dent leaders will be chalking the tests for blood pressure and dia- healthy this phrase Friends with Benefits, betes and cancer screenings ? im- year, Rice Hawkins said. Text 69866 for Kit! and other ref- portant health measures that will erences on the campuses of help them in both the short and Granite State Progress will be UNH Manchester and UNH long term. Starting in 2014, young distributing information about Durham this week to encourage adults starting new jobs that the toolkit on campus during the students to don?t offer health insurance will following times: download a toolkit be able to buy coverage directly
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and daughter, Mrs. Ellie Lothrop, family and friends a real scare on credit for so few goals (8 in 15 From Margaret Carr’s column 1911 was hitting the ice with a broom have returned to their home in Sunday when he failed to return games) were scored against — Ruth Foss has returned home Child Drowned — One of the and lost his balance and plunged Mechanic Falls, ME after a short from a hunting trip at the ex- them. after spending three weeks in saddest accidents in a long time into the icy water visit with relatives. Channing pected hour. Dr. Brooks had Marshfield Maine with Bruce occurred last Friday afternoon Frost of Mass., with a party of six been hunting in the so-called 1971 and Diana Hicks, her daughter when tiny three-year-old Seth Milan News — A. L. Collin and are hunting in Milan. Hazen Labrador Swamp with headquar- Card of Thanks — We wish to and son-in-law. Curtis and Rose- Hall of Grange was drowned in a John McIntire have each se- Hamilton is out again after his re- ters at the Victor Ferguson camp thank you from the bottom of mary Smith were in Salem, stream running under the old cured a deer this past week. cent illness. in Clarksville. Dr. Brooks, while our hearts, our children, rela- Mass., on Thursday to attend a Whipple Mill at Burnside mead- James Hern has gone into the trailing a deer, had lost his bear- tives and everyone who helped reception at the Peabody Muse- ow. In company with Emerson woods for Holt Brothers. Mar- 1921 ings and found himself in the in any way to make our 50th an- um, at which their daughter Mar- and Earl, his two brothers, the jorie Harriman is ill with tonsilli- President George M. Putman swamp area; overall, when niversary such a wonderful day. garet was honored for designing little chap started to cross a tis and also a young child of Ed- of the NH Federation of Farm Bu- found, Dr. Brooks appeared Charles and Laura Boudrias. the Witch Trials Memorials, a plank over the water. The child son Rich’s. Mrs. Helen Thurlow reaus told the U.S. Senate com- much less disturbed at his plight small park memorializing sever- mittee at a recent hearing on the than his searchers. Snowmobilers interested in al persons hanged in the famous provisions for butter, whole milk the Nash Stream Bog area are be- episode of 1692. On Sunday af- and other dairy items in the per- 1951 ing alerted by an interested ternoon a surprise 90th birthday manent Fordney tariff bill, that Canadian trio admits to a camp owner to help insure use party, attended by relatives and BITUARIES farming conditions in NH have long series of break-ins in Ver- of trails in that area this winter. friends was given for Mrs. Jessie – O – declined 24% as compared with mont, New Hampshire, and Those who can are urged to re- Owen at her home on Prospect 17 percent for New England. Maine, including several in this port for work Sunday to help Street. vicinity, as well as a number in clear a trail. Donald Norton A tragedy in Jefferson — the Province of Quebec. Two of With the possibility of Na- Ernest Remick killed by explo- the men alleged to have started 1981 tional Guard F-16’s flying low- BERLIN–Mr. Donald Norton, cille (Boisvert) Norton, his son sion of dynamite on his farm at a series of breaks on this side of To the Editor: I read with level training missions above 82, passed away on Monday No- Christopher Norton and his wife Riverton. He was one of the best- the border in June, beginning great interest your power line ar- the White Mountains and as far vember 14, 2011, at his home. He Stephanie of Milan and two known and well-respected men with a break at a North Stratford ticle on the front page, as it north as Lancaster, regional res- was born on May 5, 1929 in Mel- grandchildren, nieces and in Jefferson. service station, as well as the seems the line will go through idents are expressing concerns rose, MA, the son of Lula E. and nephews. post office in Milan. my property in Colebrook which about the proposed changes for Carl O. Norton and was educated A funeral service was held at 1931 I love as it is. I reside in Con- the area and how they could ef- in the Everett, MA public school St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Groveton — William Kerr, a Whitefield High News, by Lor- necticut surrounded by four nu- fect the environment and system, graduating in 1945. Prior Berlin. Rev. Fran Gardner - Smith, popular barber in town, was raine Smith ‘54— The boys’ bas- clear power plants, who prom- wildlife as well as residents and to retirement in 1992, he worked pastor will officiate Burial will fol- drowned in the Connecticut Riv- ketball team played a practice ised safe, cheap electricity. I tourists of the area. in Customer Service with Brown low in Mount Calvary Cemetery. er at 3 o’clock Sunday afternoon game with Groveton, and the hoped the North Country would Company, James River and In lieu of flowers donations near Craggy Farm when a speed- girls’ team played a practice be unspoiled by progress. Will 2001 Crown Vantage. For many years maybe made to a charity of ones boat he had constructed was game with Twin Mountain. At the hearings be open to the pub- Twin Mountain — A snowy, he served both as organist and choice. capsized. Mr. Kerr’s death was a 8:30 on Thursday and Friday lic or will this be thrust upon us and the heaviest of the large treasurer of the United Church of To sign the guestbook, please shock to the community. He mornings, Principal Richard He- just like the nuclear power northern owls, has been hanging Christ, Congregational in Berlin. visit came to Groveton about 13- neage turned over the duties of plants? No money they offer will out in town. He has been spotted He is survived by his wife, Lu- www.bryantfuneralhome.net. years ago and opened a barber- Whitefield High School to Rus- compensate for the damage on signs and heavy thick wires in shop and pool room in the Tib- sell Fearon, who acted as princi- done to property or peace of front of the stone St. Patrick Ro- Berlin Senior Center plans betts building at the corner of pal on those days. A movie, mind. I think people of the North man Catholic Church, atop light Main and Melcher streets. “Back of Every Promise”, was Country should be informed and standards and boulders near the trip to PA Dutch Country shown this week. should oppose this proposal. Carroll Town Hall, and on Shoot to kill — game wardens Sincerely, Mrs. William Stefans- guardrails lining the two busy are instructed to protect their 1961 ki, East Lyme, Conn. highways, Routes 3 and 302. By Jeff Woodburn The cost for round-trip travel, lives; too much “jacking”. The Thanksgiving Dance — [email protected] hotel accommodations (double order to shoot and kill has creat- Groveton High School Gym, Sat- For months now a good num- Photo Caption — Jamie BERLIN – Want to go the Penn- occupancy) and 8 meals is $585. A ed a furor in the community of urday November 25, 9:00 p.m. – ber of Coos and Essex county Knight of Twin Mountain, Al Ur- sylvania Dutch Country? The small portion of the proceeds go huntsmen. It was a step taken to 12:00 midnight. Music by Club residents have been busy taking ban of Bethlehem, and Peter No- Berlin Senior Center is again host- to benefit the Berlin Senior Cen- stop the “jacking” methods em- Royale Orchestra with Dick De- and filling orders for Christmas bile of Luneburg, Vt., decorate ing another popular bus trip. Pre- ter. ployed by the lawless. laney at the Hammond Organ. trees. Before the harvest ends, the light poles on the entrance vious years the group went to “We have phenomenal trips,” Sponsored by the Groveton Li- Lorrainy Marchessault of Todd road to the Mount Washington Washington, DC, New York City said Leila Villeneuve, Director of 1941 ons Club, Admission $1.00. Hill in Canaan estimates “easily” Hotel in Bretton Woods. and Nashville. The 6-day trip the Berlin Senior Center. For in- Lancaster — Farm buildings over 100,000 trees will be sold leaves by motor coach on April 22 formation about the upcoming belonging to Frank Leavitt were Photo Caption — Three co- from the two-county area. With Groveton High School High and returns on April 27. trip, call 752.2545. leveled by fire of unknown origin captain stars of the Champ Lan- 400 acres of land committed to Honor Roll: Grade 12: Martha at about one o’clock on Friday caster Lancers admire the NHI- raising trees, Mr. Marchessault Rose Bacon, Daniel Boivon, Jes- morning. The alarm had been AA trophy, and the ball used in and his family have operated the sica-Lee Campbell, and Stacey sounded by someone who had the game they won 1 – 0 from biggest operation around. It has Lyn Tetreault. Grade 11: Kristy seen the blaze from the village. Pittsfield Saturday to become not gone unnoticed— several Collins, Amanda Connary, The fire department had no way State Soccer Champions. Left to years ago Yankee Magazine pub- Michelle Foy, Sharelle Lyn of locating the fire and the farm- right — Allie Kenison, center lished a story about them, and Hawkins, and Megan Littlehale. St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Church of Good Shepherd Parish house was doomed before the half-back; Herbie Webster, cen- on Monday, Nov. 16, a crew from Grade 10: Christen Cloutier, 345 Pleasant St., Berlin • 752-2880 apparatus arrived. ter forward; and Keith Parker, NBC was on Todd Hill document- Danielle Fogg, Diana Frechette, Rev. Mark Dollard Pastor • Rev. Steven Lepine Assoc. Pastor goalie, who consistently backed ing the family operation. Alyssa Kennett, Crystal Meunier, Reconciliation: Sat., 3 pm; Holydays vigil 6 pm; Feast 8 am & 12:05pm Dr. Randall Brooks, a young up the Lancaster team with such and Allison Woodward. Sat., 4:00 pm; Sun. 7:00 am, 9:00 am, & 7 pm Daily Mass: Wed. - Fri. 8:00 am Colebrook physician, gave his agility that he deserves much 1991 Harvest Christian Fellowship AFoursquare Church 219 Willow St., Berlin • 752-5374 • Pastor: Shane Riff Sunday Morning celebration begins at 10:00 am with children’s church and nursery provided Christian Science Society Main St., Lancaster, NH • Sunday 10:00 am Service & Sunday School Reading Room in Church 2nd & 4th Wednesdays • 10-2 p.m. (June - August) West Milan United Methodist Church Main St., Milan; • 449-2026 Rev. Bob Plaisted W. Milan meets 1st & 3rd Sundays of every month at 7:00PM. Pastor Albert Bunnell 802-277-8844 or call 449-3487. Milan Community United Methodist Church Main St., Milan • 449-2026 Rev. Margaret Bickford Sunday School ages - 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship (June 3-Sept. 2) 9:30 a.m. Gorham Congregational Church, UCC 143 Main St., Gorham • 466-2136 • Minister, Rev. Theresa Stirling Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Communion is celebrated the first Sunday of each month. Heritage Baptist Church Independent-Fundamental 207 Jericho Rd., Berlin • 752-4523 • Rev. Dana C. Hoyt, Pastor Sunday School 9:30, Worship 10:30, Evening 6:00 • Thursday Bible Study 7:00 Dummer Community Church Services at Dummer Comm. Church (corner Hill & E. Side River Road) • 449-6628 or 449-6765 Sunday Worship & Sunday School 9:30 am Bible Study after service and Wednesday at 7 p.m. Lamb’s Chapel Christian Center 214 School Street, Berlin • 752-5773; www.lambschapelberlin.com Monday Worship & Prayer 7:00 pm; Monday Men’s Fellowship 6:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 am; Thursday Bible Study & Worship 7:00 pm Community Bible Church 593 Sullivan St, Berlin • 752-4315 Wednesday Youth & Group Prayer Service 7 pm • Sunday Family Bible Hour 9:45 am COURTESY PHOTO Morrning Worship 11 am, Evening Worship & Praise 6 pm The Nutcracker Company St. Paul Lutheran Church Rev. Raymond Mitchell, Pastor Corner Norway & 7th St., Berlin • 752-1410 The Nutcracker Ballet returns to the North Country Summer Worship Service: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Sunday School 9 a.m. for ages 3 - adult. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Worship No sunday school in summer. BERLIN- The magic and excite- family holiday event of the season. throughout the United States and from NH State Council on the Arts, Holy Family Roman Catholic Church ment of the Nutcracker Ballet re- Over the years, the Robinson Ballet in Europe with the Ballet Classique National Endowment for the Arts, Rev. Mark Dollard Pastor • Rev. Steven Lepine Assoc. Pastor turns to the North Country! Company has performed this spe- De Paris and the Athens Ballet The- and the New Hampshire Charitable 7 Church St., Gorham • 466-2335 Saturday 6:00 pm; Sunday 11:00 am St. Kieran Arts Center will pres- cial holiday classic to a full house ater in Athens, Greece. Over the Foundation/North Country’s Art Reconciliation: Sat. 5:15 - 5:45 pm. ent the popular holiday classic The audience, making it the Arts Cen- company’s 30-year teaching and Ventures Fund, an Anonymous Masses: Tues. & Thurs. 6 pm; Holydays Feast: 7 pm. Nutcracker Ballet on Saturday, De- ter’s most successful event to date. performing legacy many aspiring Fund, Libby Family Fund, North The Salvation Army cember 3 at 3 PM at the Berlin Ju- The Nutcracker enchants and mes- Maine dancers have gone on to en- Country Region Community Fund 15 Cole St., Berlin • 752-1644 Sunday - Sunday School 9:45 - 10:45 am nior High Auditorium. Advance merizes from opening scene to joy professional dance careers and and the Stanton and Elizabeth Mon. - Fri. prayer: 9 - 10 am tickets are now available on a first standing ovation. world-wide acclaim. Davis Fund. Riverside Assembly of God come, first served basis. The Robinson Ballet is a popu- “Some people have read the Upcoming events include Berlin/Gorham Rd. • 466-2851 or 466-5478 • Pastor Paul Lavigne Sunday Worship 10:30 am The Nutcracker is the timeless lar and highly respected dance Nutcracker story as a child and North Country Community Chorus Sunday School 9:30 am; Wednesday 7:00 pm tale of a Christmas adventure, company based in Bangor, Maine. many others have always wanted Christmas Concerts on Dec. 7 and First Baptist Church where dreams come to life for Clara Its mission is to educate, inspire to see a live performance of the 9 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2 p.m. St. 79 High Street, Berlin • 752-6215 • Reverend Dean Stiles and her beloved toy, the Nutcrack- and involve people of all ages in the Nutcracker but have never had the Kieran Arts Center 2012 Season Sunday School 9:45 a.m. ~ Nursery available Sunday Worship 11 a.m.; Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m. er. After a family’s holiday gather- appreciation of dance and to bring opportunity. Appearing for the Memberships are now available for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormon) ing, the clock strikes midnight and dance performances to communi- sixth consecutive year, we now Christmas Gift-Giving. Top of Gorham Hill on the left • 466-3417 • Geoff Parkerson, Branch Pres 752-6243 strange, mysterious and wonderful ties throughout rural Maine and have children, parents and grand- Nutcracker tickets are $12 for Sunday meetings Sacrament 10 a.m., Sunday School 11:15 a.m. things begin to happen. You will be Northern New Hampshire who parents from throughout the re- adults and $6 for children, and are Prsthd & Rel. Soc 12:15 p.m. amazed when fairies, soldiers, would not otherwise have access gion who have not missed one Nut- available at Northway Bank’s dolls, angels, a Snow Queen, a to large-scale dance performances cracker performance. It is very ex- Berlin and Gorham offices, Top Fur- Snow Prince and even a Rat King--- such as the Nutcracker. citing to know that attending the niture, Gill’s Florist, White Moun- are all brought to life by over forty Founded by Ralph Robinson Nutcracker has become a new tain Café, Lazer Works Radio Shack dancers of the Robinson Ballet over three decades ago, the Com- North Country Holiday Tradition. in Colebrook, Riff’s Florist in Lan- Company. pany is now under the artistic di- Get your tickets early!” , states Joan caster and St. Kieran Arts Center Featuring brilliant costumes, rection of the husband and wife Chamberlain, Executive Director. office, 155 Emery Street, Berlin. For exciting music and award-winning team of Keith Robinson and Mau- This performance is sponsored more information and to reserve set designs, this fast-paced, high- reen Lynch. Robinson and Lynch by Northway Bank and Steve, your tickets call 752-1028. energy performance is truly the have danced professionally Cindy & Nick Griffin with support www.stkieranarts.org . A7 NOVEMBER 23, 2011 November is National Weekly CALENDAR Family Caregivers of Events Saturday, November 26 Annual Craft Fair — at the Carroll Town Hall on School St. in Twin Mountain. Hours 9:00 – 3:00 p.m. Admission is Free. Sponsored by the Month; A.V. Home Care Twin Mountain-Bretton Woods Historical Society. For info call 603-846- 5434.
Sunday, November 27 launches new website Rotary Club of Bethel Fall All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet — , 7:30-11:00 a.m., at Ordway Dining Hall, Gould Academy, Church St., Bethel. Tickets are BERLIN — November is Nation- tive is not without its personal cost. online support groups…). It also in- one. This website is our way of $8 for adults and $3 for children 12 or younger. Tickets in advance $7. al Family Caregivers month and Na- Family caregivers suffer from a cludes a directory listing for both helping people in Coos County to Advanced tickets can be purchased from Club members or at the Riv- tional Home Care Month. To honor high incidence of depression, isola- local and national services—from become more connected to, and er View Resort and Mt. Mann Jewelers. Proceeds benefit the club's family caregivers, A. V. Home Care tion, and financial hardships that those that assist with the costs of networked in support of seniors community projects and scholarships. Services announces the launch of result from the sacrifices they medicines, to insurance counsel- and their family caregivers." A.V. its caregiver support website to make to provide the care and sup- ing, support groups, transporta- Home Care Services has been serv- Saturday, December 3 help adult daughters and sons pro- port that is needed. “As a society, tion services, and in-home health ing Berlin and the surrounding Family Holiday Craft Fair, First United Methodist Church, 18 Main vide care for their aging parents. we rely on, and are deeply indebted care. The website even offers a free communities since 1975, providing St. Littleton, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Homemade heirloom quilts, gifts for fami- “Caring for an aging relative can be to the family caregiver,” notes Sulli- e-newsletter with monthly articles professional care management, ly, friends, pets, teachers, children...lots of crafts...White elephant sale very stressful,” says Margo Sulli- van. “Families need help to take filled with information and re- homemaking (cleaning, cooking, all day long! Join us at Frosty's Luncheonette for homemade delights, van, Director of A. V. Home Care care of their own. They need infor- sources to make family care-giving errands and laundry,) personal silent auction. Call 444-5606 or 444-5567 for more information Services. “Family caregivers want mation and they need support easier. A study by the Pew Internet care services (bathing) and respite to help and they are heroic in it, but services. The irony is, support pro- and American Life Project revealed to those people who need this as- Thursday, December 8 they also have their own busy lives grams are available, but caregivers that 39% of individuals on the In- sistance to remain independent in Christmas Concert — Groveton Elementary School performs at and commitments. We created this don’t always know what's out ternet have used the Web some- their homes. A private, non-profit 6.00 p.m. at the Ryan Memorial Gym. Free to the public. Christmas se- website to provide insight and there, and once they do know, it time in the last 2 years to help a agency licensed through the State lections will be sung by grade K – 4 as well as the production of “Mer- practical information that can helps the sort through the options friend or family member who was of New Hampshire, A.V. Home Care ry Christmas Mrs. Crabtree” by the 5th grade. make the family's life a whole much to better determine the service dealing with a major illness. Al- Services employs over 70 profes- easier.” According to a 2009 survey provider that is the right fit for though A. V. Home Care Services sionally trained workers and is lo- Saturday, December 10 by the National Alliance for Care- them. That is where we decided we specifically designed its education- cated at 795 Main Street, Berlin and Annual Christmas Festival — Town of Jefferson, from 10-3. Come giving and the American Associa- could make a difference.” Drawing al website to be helpful to family can be reached at 752-7505 or at and join our fun filled day, which includes a craft fair, dog sledding tion of Retired Persons, the aver- upon the 24/7 accessibility of the caregivers, it also expects that the www.avhomecare.org for in-home demonstration, wagon rides, bonfire and open houses at local busi- age caregiver is a 50-year-old Internet, A. V. Home Care Services e-library will help local health and support information. Office hours nesses. There will also be door prizes and raffles. For more informa- woman who works outside the created the Elder Pages, www.el- human service providers in physi- are weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To tion on this event, you can also call me at (603) 586-7713 home and spends 19 hours per derpagesonline.com/coos website cian offices, senior centers, as well view the new family support web- or by email at [email protected]. week taking care of her mother. as an "e-library." It has articles on as elder law attorneys, etc. "It takes site, go to Family members as caregivers are helping aging parents stay inde- many hands to provide good quali- www.elderpages.com/coos. For Tuesday, December 13 the backbone of the health care pendent, such as preventing falls, ty elder care," notes Sullivan. "But more information about the web- Christmas Concert — Groveton High School Chorus, Band and Art system. The American Association driving safely, and avoiding hospi- the aging network can be so intimi- site, or if you have concerns about show. Concert at 7.00 at the Ryan Memorial Gym. Free to the public, of Retired Persons estimates that talizations. There is a section with dating to families when they are in a family member, email A. V. Home donations welcome at the door. Christmas selections by the GHS Cho- family caregivers provided $450 tips and tools that are useful for need of help and are grappling with Care Services at info@avhome- rus, directed by Tabitha Paquette, as well as the Junior and Senior billion in unpaid services each family caregivers (medication decisions, finances, and the reali- care.org. Band, directed by Andrew Tobin. A K-12 art show is under the direc- year. But caring for an aging rela- schedules, a private family blog, ties of daily support of their loved tion of Susan Becker. From Your Commissioner: Farm Rescue Training … and Maple Haute Cuisine This past weekend the Derry Derry firefighter and Weare beef ders. Check out the program’s web- farms within the New Hampshire Fire Department and J&F Farms in farmer Steve Roberts and Rocking- site, which offers numerous fact and Maine region, as one of our Derry hosted a training session on ham County Farm Bureau president sheets, videos, DVDs and other re- goals is to use the most sustainably agricultural emergencies for two- Phil Ferdinando talked about hold- sources, including some in Spanish, produced food from local farms,” dozen first responders. UNH Coop- ing a training exercise at Ferdinan- and resources geared to youth, at said Lauren MacDonald, marketing erative Extension agricultural edu- do’s J&F Farms, and Hamilton and www.agsafety.psu.edu/ . director for ‘Maple Movements.’ cators George Hamilton and Nada Haddad suggested bringing in the Gourmet dinners put on by the Guest chefs from Seacoast-area Haddad brought leaders from the Penn State team. By the final day of hospitality management program restaurants work with students to Pennsylvania State University’s the training, everyone agreed there of the University of New Hamp- prepare one-of-a-kind dinner Agricultural Safety and Health Pro- was a lot of learning going on—and shire’s Whittemore School of Busi- menus. Dan Dumont, corporate gram as instructors for the three- that much on that learning would al- ness and Economics are highly an- chef at Ocean Properties, will be in day event. Classroom instruction so be helpful in other industries and ticipated by fans of fine food. This the kitchen with the students as and training with scale-built models situations. Team work was very December the public gets a unique guest chef for the maple-themed prepared the teams for training ex- much in evidence as firefighters opportunity to indulge in a multi- dinner. Dumont is one of only 66 cer- ercises at the farm. Donated tractor from different communities worked course selection of dishes—all tified master chefs with American and implements were used with so- together to rescue a mannequin made with New Hampshire’s finest Culinary Federation. He oversees phisticated training mannequins to trapped under a heavy piece of maple products. Hospitality man- the restaurants and all food service simulate the all-too real situations equipment—after discovering their agement students will present for Ocean Properties Hotels and Re- that can occur when operating farm usual tools, such as the jaws-of-life, ‘Maple Movements’ on two sorts, including The Wentworth by equipment. Derry Fire Chief George could not get the job done. In addi- evenings, Friday, Dec. 2 and Satur- the Sea hotel and spa in New Castle, Klauber and Training Battalion tion to 19 members of the Derry Fire day, Dec. 3 at Stillings Hall, 20 Bal- The Sagamore Resort in New York Chief Jack Webb were on site with Department, individuals from the lard St. Each evening begins with and the Samoset Resorts in Maine. the department’s emergency res- Laconia, Hanover, New Boston, Fre- cocktail reception and passed hors Dinner attire is formal. Tickets cost cue equipment, much of which was mont and Londonderry fire depart- d’oeuvres at 5:00 p.m., followed by $60 per person and can be pur- purchased with a federal Homeland ments also participated. Davis Hill, dinner and live entertainment by chased on the gourmet dinner web- Security grant. Planning for this director for Managing Agricultural UNH and Seacoast-area dancers. site www.wsbe.unh.edu/gourmet- training opportunity grew out of a Emergencies for the Penn State Ag “Guests will experience a range of dinner. For more information con- conversation at the roll-out event Safety and Health program, says maple in every dish and be intro- tact Donna Stickney at: Donna.Stick- for the NH ROPS Rebate Program a their team offers emergency train- duced to multiple styles of dances. [email protected] or call 862-3303. year ago at the Rosencrantz John ing for two audiences—farm fami- Dishes will feature a variety of fresh, Lorraine Merrill, Commissioner Deere dealership in Kensington. lies and workers, and first-respon- local ingredients supplied from On the watch for wild turkeys CONCORD -- Turkey produc- Game. The public reported a to- populations that are a critical plete their clutch of about twelve tivity was average in 2011, ac- tal of 808 turkey broods, com- source of nutrition. Since spring eggs in early May. Incubation cording to a report just released prised of a total of 1,476 adult weather is highly variable, sur- lasts for 26 days, and most nests by the New Hampshire Fish and hens and 7,076 chicks and poults vival of the annual hatch of wild hatch from late May to mid-June. Game Department summarizing (young turkeys). The overall av- turkeys is also uncertain. Turkey If incubating turkey eggs are de- results of its first-ever wild erage brood count was 4.8 poults populations depend on a large stroyed or consumed by preda- turkey brood survey. The effort per hen. Hatching success and annual influx of young turkeys to tors, hens often lay a replace- was accomplished with the help survival of turkey poults was sustain themselves over time. ment clutch of eggs that hatch of hundreds of interested people moderately good during 2011, ac- Thus, the number of young late June through late July. "It's across the state who reported cording to the report. Rain was a turkeys that survive to be "re- encouraging that so many people sightings of flocks with young big factor, with an abundance of cruited" into the adult popula- took the time to participate in turkeys via an online reporting precipitation from April through tion is of great interest to turkey our turkey brood survey," said site this spring and summer. The September. Fortunately, the criti- managers. A large sample of Ellingwood. "This survey ex- survey took place from May 15- cal hatching time for turkeys, turkey brood observations col- pands the data we have to inform August 31. For the past three which occurred from May 25 lected throughout the summer our management decisions and years, Fish and Game has con- through June 7 this year, turned can provide turkey managers gives citizen conservationists a ducted an online winter flock sur- out to be a period of hot, muggy with insight into the size of the chance to contribute to our ef- vey using citizen participation, days. "Considering the signifi- “graduating class” of turkeys that forts." New Hampshire has an es- but this was the first year the cant rainfall throughout spring will become adults. This explains timated population of about public could provide data to help and summer 2011, we should be why turkey managers through- 40,000 wild turkeys. Opportuni- scientists estimate how many thankful for this decent turkey out the country incorporate in- ties for watching and reporting young turkeys survive into adult- hatch," wrote Fish and Game formation from brood surveys in- on turkey sightings will continue hood in a particular year. "Our bi- Turkey Biologist Ted Walski in to their management programs. in the coming year. A winter flock COURTESY OF GRANITE RELIABLE POWER ologists typically survey about the report. Weather during the The summer survey tracks survey starts in January, and These photographs were sent to reporter Edith Tucker at her 20 "broods" (groups of hens and peak hatching time has a big ef- turkey broods, not adult male next year's turkey brood survey request to illustrate some of the efforts that Granite Reliable young turkeys), but with the help fect on the number of young turkeys. The term "brood" refers kicks off in mid-May. Judging Power has made to reduce the environmental impacts of con- of interested citizens who took turkeys that survive to adult- to a family group of young from results so far, a growing structing a wind farm project in Dixville, Millsfield, and Dummer. the time to report their sightings, hood. Young turkeys are ex- turkeys accompanied by a hen cadre of enthusiastic New Hamp- A helicopter was used to string electric lines on some portions of the distribution route that will be used to send up-to-99- we now have data on 800 tremely sensitive to cool temper- (female). New Hampshire wild shire turkey watchers will be megawatts of electricity generated by 33 turbines onto the so- broods," said Mark Ellingwood, a atures and rain, which can affect turkey hens generally begin lay- ready, willing and able to help. called Coös Loop and then onto the New England grid. wildlife biologist for Fish and their health and reduce insect ing eggs in mid-April and com- A8 THE BERLIN REPORTER NOVEMBER 23, 2011 ••• Riverside Speedway Awards Banquet 1. 2. 3.
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1. Hosted the Riverside Speedway Awards Banquet final time are soon to be former managers of the Speedway Jean and Jane Leblanc. 6.
2. Front row: Jason Wyman, Jerrad Ainsworth, Nick Miller, William Good, Dana Graham, Nick Pilotte. Back row: Cody LeBlanc, Alex Kopp, Kyle Grondin, Jeremy Wyman, Travis Moulton, Chris Ouellette, Jeff Ainsworth, and Jon Savage.
3. Riverside Hall of Famers L-R: 2009 Pete Marshall, 2011 Greg Stiles standing in for his late brother Steve Stiles, 2010 Mike Beattie, 2011 George Stone and 2011 Hall of Fame nominator and 2011 Bobby Shores award winner Steve Patnaude.
4. The Griffin Family Angel Division Front L-R Jenna Randall, Nicole Ouellette, and Carrie Dunn. Standing: Traci Ball, Shawna Whitcomb, Tina Leveille, Shauna Randall, Vanessa Brown, Jamie Carbone Vickie Wyman, and Ashleigh Roy.
5. The Town & Country Motor Inn Street Stocks L-R: Tom Sokolis, Cody LeBlanc, Nick Pilotte, Michael Shaw, Matt Schartner, Rob Isham, Dean Switser, and Ben Belanger.
6. Budweiser Super Stock drivers- Trevor Roy, David Corrigan, Allison Barney, Nick Gilcris, David Allen, and Matt Carbone.
7. Caron Building Center/The Sign Depot Dardevils Front: Kristian Switser, Tyler Austin, and Jared Plumley. Back row: Cody Smith, Colby Bourgeios, Anthony Lacoss, Ariel Switser, Kyleigh Gilcris, and Matt Kopp.
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Be accompanied by sales slip FOR RENT: LARGE 2 BEDROOM/2 has one office furnished as con- Lisbon Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00 stating the amount of wood sold & BATH APARTMENT IN NICE LISBON DO YOU NEED ference area, with two furnished 2 Bdrm Condo, No Utilities Includ- the price. and appointed offices. Newly NEIGHBORHOOD. WASHER/DRYER Deadline: FINANCIAL HELP HOOKUPS. OFF STREET PARKING. ed - $800/mo with spaying or altering painted and carpeted. $600/mo 2+bdrm Apt, 1st flr, All Utilities Monday 10:30AM with tenant responsible for INCLUDES HEAT, HOT WATER, of your dog or cat? PROPANE TANKS FILLED – ELECTRIC, RUBBISH REMOVAL, included $800/mo Call 603-224-1361 before 2 pm. heat/electricity. Call 444-5104. or place online 24/7 at: Bring your 20 to 100lb tanks to PLOWING. NO PETS. NO SMOKING. BigRock Campground for fast, SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED. Lancaster newhampshire 1 Bdrm 3rd flr Apt, with Heat & friendly service and a FULL tank Houses For Sale $775.00/MO. CALL 603-616-7477 lakesandmountains.com Pets & Breeders every time. Why pay more for Hot water included - $500/mo SELL OR TRADE– Small horse ranch GROVETON — First floor, WD, heat- 1 Bdrm 3rd flr Apt, with Heat & less? Tues-Sun, 603- 922-3329. ing, spacious, quiet, private enterance, Multi-tank discount. in Ocala, FL. 4 acres of beautiful pas- Hot water included - $500/mo tures, 2 bedroom, 2 bath with spacious view, $700 and deposit. Also, top floor 1+ Bdrm 2nd flr Apt, with Heat & Non-Profit Events to apartment available, with deck, heat- Support 1 living area. 4 stall barn with tack Hot water included - $575/mo Misc. For Sale room, utility room and 4 wash racks. ing, spacious, view, $625 and deposit. DOGS, PUPPIES, KITTENS Wonderful oak trees scattered Pets OK. 636-0150 10:00-5:00 p.m. Sugar Hill of various ages, breeds, mixtures, throughout. Property is minutes to all JEFFERSON — Three one-room effi- 1Bdrm 1st flr Apt, with Heat & Hot BED ORTHOPEDIC available for adoption to approved, amenities. $89,900. Please call 603- ciency apartments, furnished, water - $550/mo ✚ 11” THICK SUPER NICE good homes! Please adopt so more 398-6161 or email jeff@coventrylog- TV/WiFi/, all utlities included. Availa- PILLOWTOP needy critters can be taken in and homes.com. Will trade for other prop- ble now. Call 586-4491. Gilman/Lunenburg MATTRESS & BOX helped. Call for appointment. erty. Efficiency 2nd flr Apt, with Heat & The American 10 YR. WARRANTY JEFFERSON MEADOWS: SMALL Donations of money & items Hot Water included - $475/mo NEW IN PLASTIC 1BR includes heat, snow & garbage re- Red Cross needed for the new area shelter. Land/Lots 2 Bdrm 1st & 2nd flr Duplex Apt, COST $1,200 moval, satellite, stove, refrigerator, Licensed, tax exempt! Call LAND FOR SALE, North Haverhill, No Utilities included -$750/mo The need SELL QUEEN $299 gardening. Call 603-586-7902 for ap- Lancaster Humane Society NH. New subdivision: 2 acre lot for plication. will continue. FULL $270, KING $450 $28,500; 5 acre lot for $39,900; 12 acre 603-788-4500 LANCASTER - Main St., Historic NORTH STRATFORD — Three bed- For blood and monetary CAN DELIVER. lot for $79,900. Other lots are availa- or write LHS, RR 2 #564, Lancaster Oddfellows bldg., 1 bedrm apt. room apartment available. Waitlists CALL 603-235-1773 ble. Beautiful location with paved donation information call: NH 03584 $525/month. Heat included, newly are low. Equal Housing Opportunity. roads and wonderful views. Call 603- 1-800-262-2660 renovated. Call Steve at 466-2244. Rent is based on income. Income lim- N.H. Law Requires that dogs and 747-8177or email jeff@coventrylog- its do apply. Please call for an applica- cats... BEDROOM 7PC homes if interested. LANCASTER - One bedroom 2nd flr tion: 603-444-5255 SOLID CHERRY SLEIGH, apt for rent in downtown Lancaster. 1. Not be transferred TWIN MT - LARGE ONE BEDROOM Business & Work DRESSER/MIRROR, CHEST Includes heat/hot water, trash remov- before 8 weeks old. 2 STORY FOR RENT: with applian- Options AND NIGHT STAND al, and off street parking. References 2. Have Vet’s health ces, porch, yard. (A resort camp) $135 (ALL DOVETAIL) required. No smoking. $124/week. Call 1-877-FTC-HELP certificate within per week. No pets. Studio Available NEW! IN BOXES 603-631-1168. Call the Federal Trade Commission 14 days of transfer. also/$95 per week. Call 603-895-2347 before embarking on a new business 3. Be inoculated. COST $2,200, SELL $895 LANCASTER MUST SEE beautifully WHITEFIELD: Large, house-like endeavor. This will protect you and This applies to all dogs & cats, 603-235-1773 renovated 3 bedroom apartment. Con- first floor unit, 1 bedroom unit, wood allow you to proceed with confidence. mongrel or purebred, gift or venient Summer Street location. Heat, floors, new carpet, large kitchen, pri- This message and number is sale, planned or accidental litters. BOLENS RIDING TRACTOR FOR washer/dryer and parking included. vate porch, river front, large yard, provided by the SALE with cab and 38" two stage Available immediately. Call (603) 788- shared washer and dryer. Great poten- Salmon Press Regional Classifieds snowblower, wheel weights and 4663. tial for in-home office. $613 heat, hot and the FTC. chains. $250.00. Call 837-9284. GROVETON - One bedroom, second- water included. 259-6878 GET YOUR NEWSPAPER ONLINE AT floor apartment available for newhampshirelakes- elderly/disabled. Equal Housing Op- andmountains.com portunity. Rent based on income. Call 603-444-5244. NOVEMBER 23, 2011 THE BERLIN REPORTER A11 ••• TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS
Apartments For Rent Mobile Home For Rent Auto Services WHITEFIELD—Duplex, 2 bedroom WEST LUNENBURG: 2Br mobile Automobiles apt. $500, no utilities, no pets. Wash- home on 2 acre lot, secluded. er/dryer hookup, off-street parking. $600/mo. Call 802-274-2094. GRAMPA'S CAR 2004 Chevy Quiet deadend neighborhood. First Rental Sharing mth's rent and security deposit. Avail- Malibu Very good condition, just able Nov. 1. Call 603-837-2239 after DALTON - Looking for roommate/ a few scratches, low miles 61,300, 3pm. roommates, male or female, to share V-6, 4 door, Blue Book $6722. large country home. $500/mth. Call Selling at 6150. Call 603-745-8754 after 5pm WINN ASSOCIATES PROPERTY 547-5306. MANAGEMENT INC LITTLETON - Large 2 bedroom to 69 Meadow Street, share, $500/mth. 726-6185. PO Box 966, Littleton, NH Boat & Dock Rentals 603-444-0709 RENTALS [email protected] LITTLETON––1600 sq. ft warehouse LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE Please visit our website space with truck dock, $500/mth. Call BOAT SLIPS AT www.winnrentalsplus.com 444-7026. SUNSET LODGES IN TUFTONBORO Rooms For Rent BERLIN From $1500 for May-October 2 Bdrm 1st Flr with 1 car garage FRANCONIA - Private Motel Style 2011. On-site parking, spacious all Utilities included-$600/mo Rooms w/baths in town, Newly Reno- slips, next to Winter Harbor. vated. Close to Local amenities. Utilit- Small and medium boats only. LITTLETON ies included, off street parking, nice Summer cabin rentals also availa- 1 Bdrm 1st Flr with All Utilities in- yard, No Dogs. $120.00 weekly, plus ble. 569-2636. cluded- $700/mo security. Call 603-860-0086. www.sunsetlodges.com 3 Bdrm Garage Apt. Apt No Utilit- ies included-$800/mo General Services Commercial Space For Salmon Press Bancroft Rent has CONTRACTING CORP Eleven Seeks applications from expert Newspapers Hydro Turbine in N.H. Mechanics Ask about the all paper buy that includes Code & Structural the website Welders
Prime Storefront Littleton Main 4 weeks (30 words) for work in Street Level in the Tilton Opera $120.00!!!!! Northern New England Block Building on Main Street, Littleton. 2,070 S.F. Formerly Cafe Rose. Terrific Exposure with Call Our Main Call Center Competitive pay 14,000 Cars Passing by Your Door 1-877-766-6891 and benefits Each Day. Features Large Arched Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00 Display Windows and Entrance, Hard Wood Floors, Exposed Brick, CALL HAROLD SKELTON or place online 24/7 at: High Ceilings, Two Levels with (800) 734-8946 Lower Level Entrance, Decorative www.newhampshire EOE Metal Ceiling, Bathroom, Fully lakesandmountains.com Spinklered. Includes Heat, Water and Sewer. Rent: $795 Deadline: Premier Storefront Littleton Main Monday 10:30AM Street Level in the Tilton Opera Block Building on Main Street, Littleton. 1,565 S.F. Formerly Professional Services Glass Goddess. One of the Most BOOKKEEPING SERVICE for small Sought After and Visible Store- businesses. 30-years experience. Call fronts in Littleton. Features Large 603-466-2816. Arched Display Windows and En- trance Doors, High Ceilings, Two Levels with Lower Level Entrance, Our line classifieds Decorative Metal Ceiling, Bath- are on the web and room, Fully Spinklered. Terrific Exposure with 14,000 Cars Passing updated daily! by Your Door Each Day. Includes Heat, Water and Sewer. Available www.newhampshire December 1st. Rent: $825 lakesandmountains.com Eames Realty 444-6944 Ext. 22 is the place to check www.eamesrealtyco.com our weekly classifieds online! Furnished Apartments More great coverage and information from the WHAT TOOK YOU A LIFETIME BETHLEHEM - Nice 1 Bedroom Apartment, weekly or monthly, fur- nished, all utilities included, reasona- bly priced. $550/mo. $140/wk. Call Salmon Press Want to get TO LEARN CAN BE LOST IN MINUTES. 444-6061. Town To Town a passport? Houses For Rent Classifieds!
4 BEDROOM HOME- Dalton/ Whitefield line. Gorgeous views! 2 Why place full baths. Wood stove/oil heat. your ads No pets. Available now. $1200.00 anywhere else? Call 603-689-6855. 1-877-766-6891 DALTON––Mobile Home for Rent, 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, country setting, 10 minutes from Littleton. %575/mth plus utilities. Call 547-5306. LANDAFF - Modern, very cute 2 bed- room with added sleeping or work- space loft, one bath, log cabin style, year round, large porch with great views, small farm pond, full cement basement. 3 small garages, woodshed, 3.5 acres, private, oil heat, woodstove possible, available soon. No smoking, pets negotiable. $995/month. Call 1- HELP WANTED 781-259-9124. Littleton Coin Company, a nationally recognized mail order WHITEFIELD - Modern 2BR, 2 bath, leader in the collectibles field for over 65 years, providing computer/den room, with large cov- coins, paper money and supplies to collectors, seeks to fill ered porch, on like-new mobile home. the following position: WITH A STROKE, TIME LOST IS BRAIN LOST. Easy to heat, in rural setting, close to Mtn. View Grand Hotel. One year Graphic Designer lease, $700 per month/security deposit Littleton’s creative department has an opening for a graphic If you suddenly have or see any of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 plus utilities. No smoking, plowing in- designer for a full-time, 9-month assignment. You will work at cluded. 603-837-2767 our company’s headquarters alongside our current creative immediately: Numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, team in a fast-paced Mac environment. Must provide design solutions for direct marketing and informational materials, especially on one side of the body • Confusion, trouble speaking including catalogs, brochures, space ads, collateral and packaging. Ability to work collaboratively with marketing or understanding • Difficulty seeing in one or both eyes • teams, bring designs to completion by working independently Trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination to create effective pieces, and critique final layout with Design Supervisor. This assignment has the possibility of becoming • Severe headache with no known cause full time, or ongoing part time. Must be proficient in Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator, and have 3-5 years of graphic design experience. Able to Learn more at StrokeAssociation.org or 1-888-4-STROKE. produce quality work under tight deadlines with an upbeat attitude. Direct marketing experience, and knowledge of collectibles a plus. Littleton Coin Company is a strong and growing business currently employing nearly 300 area residents. We offer a competitive salary Keeping America beautiful, and a comprehensive benefits package, including group health, dental, disability and life, and 401(k) plan. That should be our goal, Interested candidates should forward their resumes to: Director of Human Resources Littleton Coin Company, LLC NOW ©2011 LCC, LLC When your yard sale is over, 1309 Mt. Eustis Road Call our Littleton NH 03561-3735 JOBLINE Get that sign down off the pole! [email protected] 603-444-4200 A12 THE BERLIN REPORTER NOVEMBER 23, 2011 •••
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