www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com Publishing news & views of Lancaster, Groveton, Whitefield, Lunenburg & other towns of the upper Connecticut River valley of New Hampshire & Vermont [email protected] VOL. CXLIV, NO. 32 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2011 LANCASTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE TELEPHONE: 603-788-4939 FORTY PAGES 75¢ Constable Pleads, Resigns By Mike Fournier low officer Sgt. Denis Girourad Contributing Writer were responding to a report of a LUNENBURG, Vt. – Longtime citizen dispute at 78 Sunrise town constable Robert Shaw Acres in Lunenburg shortly after pleaded guilty to four charges in 7 p.m. when they received word Essex Superior Court, criminal di- from dispatch that Essex County vision, on August 12 and was sen- Sheriff Trevor Colby had advised tenced by Judge Robert Gerety Jr them that there had been a do- to suspended jail time and fines. mestic disturbance at the Shaw In addition to the punishment residence and that Shaw, who handed down by the court, Shaw had been drinking, had left the also resigned from his positions residence and had subsequently as town constable and fire chief. been involved in an accident. The charges were the result of Dispatch also advised the an incident that took place in troopers that they had received a Lunenburg the evening of Aug. 3. 911 call from Shaw’s wife, saying According to an affidavit filed by Shaw had been drinking, had left Trooper Christopher Pilner of the Vermont State Police, he and fel- Constable, PAGE A16

Longtime fire lookout Ken Jordan of Whitefield of the Division of Forests and Lands, who staffed the Mount Prospect Fire Tower in Weeks State Park, was honored on Saturday by having a new nature trail dedicated to him. State officials praised his work ethic, knowledge, and dedication. He posed for a photograph with his three sons: Major Kevin Jordan of the state Fish and Game Department; former Whitefield selectman Ken Jordan; and Littleton Meter Reader Steve Jordan. Ken Jordan Nature Trail dedicated By Edith Tucker ness to pitch in, and his detailed responding to “a citizens’ effort” rade of antique and classic cars [email protected] knowledge of the North Country’s to stop the forests from being de- that morning at the Mountain mountains, forests, and lakes. stroyed by rapacious clear-cut- View Grand in Whitefield and LANCASTER — A new nature USFS Public Services Staff Of- ting and fire, she said. People in members of the Jordan family and trail was dedicated on Saturday ficer Rebecca Oreskes of Milan of New Hampshire and along the others motored to up to the morning to Ken Jordan of White- the White Mountains National Eastern Seaboard worked for the Weeks Lodge, built in 1913 by field, a longtime fire lookout who Forest discussed the broad ac- common good, she said. Andrew Weeks as his summer home. staffed the Mount Prospect fire complishments of the Weeks Act Zboray, assistant Parks manager After his death, his adult chil- tower atop Weeks State Park. of 2011, whose centennial is be- of the Division of State Parks Di- dren — Katherine Weeks Davidge PHOTO BY JEFF WOODBURN The Ken Jordan Nature Trail ing celebrated this year. vision, also thanked Jordan for and Sinclair Weeks — donated Quintin Paradise, of Bethlehem, won the 8-15 years-old division at the was named for a man who was de- John W. Weeks, a Lancaster na- his efforts. their father’s 420-acre estate to annual Frog Jumping Contest in Whitefield. scribed by Park Manager Rachel tive who became a successful Activities, such as geo- the state of New Hampshire. Bruce of Lisbon as having been businessman, Mayor of the City caching, scavenger hunts, hands- Ben Wilson of the Bureau of Things were hoppin’ at “the face of Weeks State Park.” of Newton, Mass., and later a Con- on art making, lawn bowling, hik- Historic Sites of the state Parks Forest Rangers John Accardi gressman from Massachusetts, ing, and sketching and painting, Division was also on hand. The of Lancaster and Bert Von wrote the legislation that allowed were offered all day as part of a Weeks Estate was added to the frog jumping contest Photo Dohrmann of Jefferson, both of eastern forests, such as the WM- two-day Weeks State Park Cele- national Register of Historic By Jeff Woodburn (with his son, George), of Lancast- the state Division of Forests and NF, to be acquired as National bration. Places in 1985. The state plans to WHITEFIELD – The annual frog- er, in the adult division; Ethan Lands, praised Jordan for his ded- Forests. Weeks, who later became The North Country Classic Car begin ambitious restoration ef- jumping contest was one of the Heng, of Whitefield in the 5-7 years ication and reliability, his willing- a Senator from the Bay State, was Club of Lancaster formed a pa- forts in 2012. highlights of the Whitefield Com- old group. Another winner was 2- munity Day. The popular contest year old Nicholas Vivona, of Dal- featured more than two-dozen con- las, Texas (grandson of Ray and Su- Balsams’ sale to Ocean Properties falls through testants ranging from young chil- By Edith Tucker some potential buyers had tele- the Tillotson Corp. would be into it,” said the former execu- san Gradual) who won the under dren to middle-aged adults from all [email protected] phoned him almost as soon as able to retain all or part of the tive of the N. H. Charitable Foun- 4 year-olds division; and five year- over the country. the board’s press release was payment that Oceans had made dation and the Appalachian old Ethan Heng’s was the overall The winners were Quintin Par- DIXVILLE — The Board of Di- issued. “Our employees need in conjunction with signing the Mountain Club, both non-profit winner. His frog jumped 18 inches. adise, of Bethlehem, in the 8-15 rectors of the Tillotson Corpo- clarity on what is happening to P & S, Deans replied that the organizations. Video highlights are available ration sent out a press release years-old category; Steve Gonyer at www.WhiteMtNews.com. their jobs,” he said. board did not know the answer Balsams on Thursday afternoon that When asked whether or not to that question. “We’re looking , PAGE A15 Ocean Properties, Inc. (OPI) of Portsmouth had notified them DOE selects team to that it had decided not to pur- Gate of Heaven Parish stays with status quo By Edith Tucker The parish currently has five calls and letters to both him and chase The Balsams. [email protected] churches, two rectories, and Pastoral Council members, par- prepare Northern Pass EIS “We are surprised and sad- four cemeteries. MacKenzie’s ticularly to John Brooks of Lan- By Edith Tucker dened by this unexpected ciates would prepare the re- LANCASTER — Father John plan would have reduced the caster, resulted in his under- [email protected] news,” the Board said in a pre- quired EIS on the project. Con- MacKenzie, pastor of the Gate of parish to four churches, one rec- standing that parishioners had pared statement. “The Tillot- servation groups, including the Heaven Parish told members of tory and four cemeteries. four primary concerns. son Corporation has put an WASHINGTON, D. C. — The Conservation Law Foundation, the Pastoral Council on Aug. 3 His written report was hand- The financial factor headed enormous amount of work into Department of Energy (DOE) the Appalachian Mountain Club, that the “vast majority” of ed out at churches or mailed to the list. securing the future of the hotel has selected an integrated team and the Coös Community Bene- parishioners are opposed to an parishioners. He has decided, he “In the minds of many parish- for the North Country. Howev- of professionals from three en- fits Alliance, objected to this effort to realize his vision of a said, “to forgo any further inves- ioners, we are not prepared to er, despite this setback, our vironmental consulting firms to choice, saying that Norman- new Gate of Heaven Parish tigation of possibly finding new make this kind of investment at goal remains the same: to find prepare the DOE Environmental deau had a conflict of interest Church to be located a tract of land and of possibly building a this time,” MacKenzie wrote. “At a new owner for The Balsams Impact Statement (EIS) to ad- because its was helping North- land between Whitefield and new parish church.” that will benefit the economy, dress the Presidential Permit ern Pass secure state permits. Lancaster. MacKenzie said that phone Gate of Heaven,PAGEA7 environment, and people of the application submitted by North- Both Sen. Jeanne Shaheen North Country. ern Pass (NP). and Sen. Kelly Ayotte raised “A special meeting of the NP proposes to bring 1,200- questions and asked the DOE megawatts of high-voltage di- Board of Directors has been DOE, PAGE A15 called and in 10 days (Aug. 22) rect current (HVDC) electricity we will announce our plan to from Hydro-Quebec across the continue to manage The Bal- US-Canada border on towers up sams. We remain optimistic to 135-feet tall that would be INDEX about the future of the hotel.” converted to alternating cur- The Tillotson Corp. had ap- rent (AC) in Franklin and go on- proved a P & S agreement on to the New England electric grid Business Directory ...... B6 in Deerfield at an estimated $1.1 March 10 to sell The Balsams Calendar ...... B7 with all its assets and approxi- billion cost. This integrated team is made mately 7,700 acres of land to Classified ...... B9-11 Ocean Properties, doing busi- up of SE Group, ness as Balville LLC. At that www.segroup.com, Ecology & Dining ...... A14 time, the sale was expected to Environment, www.ene.com, be completed before the hotel and Lucinda Low Swartz, Editorials & Letters ...... A4-5 www.lucindalowswartz.com. opened in May for the summer.? Obituaries ...... A2 Oceans secured four exten- A description of the North- sions to the closing date, how- ern Pass NEPA contractor team Real Estate ...... A15 PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER is posted on the EIS website, ever. Three of the four generations of the Drummond Family who have provided 60 years of exemplary service to the Tom Deans, president of the along with the Memorandum of Sports ...... B1-4 Tillotson Corp., said in a Friday Mount Washington Hotel and Resort were commended by Governor John Lynch, right, and members of the Understanding (MOU) and dis- telephone interview that the Executive Council on Wednesday in the hotel’s ballroom. District 1 Executive Councilor Ray Burton, 2nd from closure statements. board had been surprised to right, read the citation. The late Dave Drummond Sr. began the family’s legacy in 1951 when he worked as the Controversy sparked the hear the news on Tuesday, Aug. General Superintendent until 1983, living with his wife Nora in the Caretaker’s House. His son, Robert need for DOE to make the se- 9. Drummond, left, of Twin Mountain, held several positions from 1967 to 2000, including Chief of Security. Jim lection. “We’ll be looking at all our Drummond of Bethlehem, now co-owner of Drummond’s Ski Shop with his brother Robert Jr., began working In Dec. 2010 DOE approved options, prudently and careful- at the hotel at the age of 13 and stayed for 35 years. The adult children of Jim and Linda, 3rd from left, Jacci the recommendation made by ly,” Deans said, noting that Drummond of Bethlehem and Tanner Drummond of Twin Mountain, both work at the Resort. Northern Pass itself that Bed- ford-based Normandeau Asso- A2 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Vivian Giguere Daniel John Tillotson JEFFERSON — Vivian Giguere, permanent residence in Jefferson. There are no visiting hours. A Daniel John Tillotson, age 49 behind two daughters, Ashley 72, of Horan Road, died suddenly They enjoyed snowmobiling and memorial service was held on Fri- of Palm Bay Florida, passed and Jamie Tillotson, two grand- at her home on Sunday, August 7, were members of the Waumbek- day afternoon, August 12, at the away July 6, 2011 at the Palm children, David and Jizelle and 2011. Methna Snowmobile Club. Bailey Funeral Home in Lancaster. Bay Hospital in Florida. He was many nieces and nephews. He Vivian was born in Woonsock- She was a Communicant of the Rev. John Mackenzie, pastor of the born on August 9, 1961. Danny was a member of the Sons of et, R.I., on Jan. 20, 1939, the daugh- Gate of Heaven Parish and was an Gate of Heaven Parish officiated. grew up in Groveton, attending American Legion and the VFW. A ter of Willie and Beatrice (Anger) active volunteer in her church. In lieu of flowers donations schools in Lancaster and Grove- memorial service was held at Charrette. Family members include a son may be made in her memory to ton. In his early 20's he moved the First United Methodist Vivian was raised in Woonsock- Raymond Giguere of Attleboro, the American Heart Assn., New to Manchester to pursue a ca- Church of Melbourne on July 16. et. She later moved to Attleboro, Mass.; two daughters, Christine England Affiliate, 20 Speen Street, reer with Seaward and O'Don- A gathering followed at the VFW Mass., and was employed with In- Therrian of Melbourne, Fla. and Framingham, MA 01701-4688. nell Powerline companies. He in Palm Bay. Interment will be land Cable for a time. She and her Deborah Thorpe of Manchester; a Go to www.baileyfh.net for had many interests; some were held in September 2011 at the late husband Albert L. Giguere of- brother Ronald Charrette of more information or to send an autobody work, road construc- Daniel John Tillotson Northumberland Cemetary in ten vacationed in Northern New Dorchester; and six grandchil- online condolence. tion, and house repairs. Danny Groveton. Memorial donations Hampshire and in 1989 took up dren. lived in Palm Bay Florida with 2010. He is survived by his can be made to the United his parents and was prede- mother Patricia and sister Hei- Methodist Church of Groveton, Ralph Gray ceased by his father in January di, both of Palm Bay. He leaves or the charity of your choice. SURPRISE, Ariz. — Ralph Dou- friend and beloved brother Peter er. Lucille King glas Gray died on August 10, 2011. and his wife Jodi; nephew Travis Doug loved life and lived it his Doug was born in Lancaster, and wife Katie; niece Melissa and way. This is why there will be no LANCASTER — Lucille King, August 16, at the Bailey Funeral low in the Calvary Cemetery in N.H. Doug was employed by three husband Jon; grandnieces Skylar services. He preferred you re- 74, died on Sunday morning, Au- Home in Lancaster. A Mass of Lancaster. paper mills during his life. and Gracie; and also many friends member him as you last saw him gust 14, 2011, at Dartmouth Hitch- Christian Burial will be celebrat- A complete obituary will ap- He leaves behind his best he touched in one way or the oth- or talked to him. cock Medical Center in Lancast- ed on Wednesday morning at 11 pear in next week’s paper. er. a.m. at All Saints Church, Lan- Go to www.baileyfh.net for Visiting hours were held on caster. Rev. John MacKenzie, pas- more information or to send an Bretton Arms evacuated for venting propane Tuesday afternoon and evening, tor, will officiate. Burial will fol- online condolence.

By Edith Tucker building, according to a pre- the tank to become half empty, and Jeannette J. Peragine [email protected] arranged plan,” Oleson said in an then we had to pump off the re- LANCASTER — Jeannette J. School. agine in died in 1983. Her son interview the following day at the maining product,” he said. Peragine, 83, died on Thursday For most of her life she Girolomo Peragine Jr. and her BRETTON WOODS — A paint- firehouse. An AmeriGas technician fixed evening, August 11, 2011, at resided in Nassau, Long Island daughter Jo Ann Beiner also ing contractor’s pickup truck ap- Propane vapors are heavier the broken part and then had to re- Weeks Medical Center in Lan- where she was a homemaker died previously. parently backed over and broke than air and can accumulate in fill the tank. caster. and also did secretarial work. At Jeannette’s request there off the green-painted filling pipe on low-lying areas, such as basements Carroll Police Chief John Tram- Jeannette was born in Brook- Family members include a are no services. Arrangements a propane tank, causing it to vent and ditches or along floors. It also mell placed his cruiser across the lyn, N.Y. on Feb. 24, 1928, a brother Charles Triano of are under the direction of the last week next to the Omni Bretton is flammable when mixed with air hotel’s entrance and directed daughter of Charles Angelo and Freeport, Long Island and a sis- Bailey Funeral Home in Lancast- Arms Inn. and can be ignited from a number those trying to enter that they Mary (Bosco) Triano. She was ter Ann Marie Cona of Lancast- er. Go to www.baileyfh.net for The incident was on Tuesday, of different sources. As a precau- could reach the hotel front en- raised in Brooklyn and was a er. more information or to send an Aug. 9 at 173 Mount Washington tion all the Department’s firefight- trance via the Base Road and em- graduate of Bushwick High Her husband Girolomo Per- online condolence. Hotel Road, and it took five-and-a- ers fanned out to alert those in and ployees’ entrance. half-hours for the Twin Mountain around the Stables and in Fairway As the day wore on, Mount County attorneys to standardize data collection software Fire Department to handle the ac- Village to be cautious and consid- Washington Hotel staffers provid- cident, with the Carroll Police De- er leaving because they are at a ed lunch, cold water, and cold soft By Edith Tucker (RMS) software will be purchased training costs by allowing for the partment providing traffic control. lower elevation than the Bretton drinks. “It was a nice gesture, and [email protected] from a single vendor by all 10 sharing of training resources be- “We were dispatched at 10:39 Arms. The Bretton Arms basement much appreciated,” Oleson said. county attorneys using sub-grants tween offices.” a.m. on Tuesday to what we was also monitored. “Turnout gear is heavy and tiring BRETTON WOODS — New of federal funds and then installed Based on evaluations by its thought was a 250-gallon propane Department members also to wear for long periods of time.” Records Management System in every county attorney’s office own selection committee, includ- tank cylinder,” explained Captain used its four handheld gas meters in the state. ing live demonstrations, the coun- Jeremy Oleson, noting that Fire to check out specific locations. This expenditure, totaling ty attorneys themselves unani- Chief Jeff Duncan arrived at the “We kept an ambulance and fire $523,350 of 2009 American Recov- mously agreed on a single vendor, scene shortly after he did. It turned engines on site as a precaution, ery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) selected from among the three out, however, to be an under- and then waited for AmeriGas of Five Questions Byrne JAG program funds, was ap- that responded to requests for ground 1,000-gallon propane tank. Lancaster to send a crew and ap- proved at Wednesday’s Governor proposals (RFP). “By the time we got there the propriate parts to repair the tank,” 1. What color appears with the color blue on the Flag of the UN? and Council meeting at the Omni The Coös County Attorney’s of- tank was venting, making a loud Oleson said. Mount Washington Hotel. fice will receive a sub-grant of whooshing noise, and hotel secu- The Bethlehem Fire Depart- 2. What breed of dog was Madonna's Chiquita? “The installation of the same $14,850; Grafton County, $45,250; rity and other staff were evacuat- ment sent a stand-by engine to the RMS in all 10 counties will be a Carroll County, $23,150; and Belk- ing the Inn and the Administra- firehouse. 3. Which NBA player shot a record 28,307 field goals in regular sea substantial leap forward in the nap County, $31,950. tion/Bretton Woods Telephone Co. “It took about 45 minutes for son games? management of criminal justice Earlier, at a public pre-meeting data in and amongst the 10 coun- breakfast held in the hotel’s Gif- 4. What country were fireworks invented in? ties,” explained Attorney General ford Room, Delaney said that the Elaine Horsler Michael Delaney in a July 28 letter. tracking data would improve pub- 5. McCoy international airport is located in what US state? “Having all 10 counties using the lic safety by ensuring that the is at peace… same system will make the shar- “right prosecurial systems” are in ing of information between offices place. Data is not now collected in more efficient and will help reduce a uniform way. Fun for all concert with Killam, Smith and Archibald LANCASTER — On Thursday, organ/piano duets. August 25, at 7 p.m. at the Episco- Tristan, 17 years old, has won pal Church in Lancaster, David Kil- the NH Music Teacher’s piano lam, Tristan Smith and Marian competition for the last three Archibald will present a “free for years, exudes youthful enthusi- all-fun for all” concert. asm and sports a piano technique Selections will vary from belying his age. 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PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON Lancaster Elementary Assistant Principal Todd Lamarque tries out one of Personalized bricks of those who donated to the Playground Project An aerial view of the fitness at Lancaster Elementary that runs alongside the exercise stations spaced around the half-mile fitness trail at the school. makes up the planter holding up the sign. As of the start of this school the soccer field courtesy of Google Maps. year the project will be 100 percent complete. Top notch fitness facility at Lancaster Elementary By Jonathan Benton Christine Crane, it only took 18 crushed stone underneath it for will be utilized by the school’s will be a second time this fall the a couple tether ball sets, a web- [email protected] months. A total of $86,857 was drainage. physical education class and visibility across the flat area is very scape climbing area, and various LANCASTER — A lot of hard raised to complete the project not Twelve fitness stations are sports teams. After school sports high. A lot of rough work was done stencilled games on the existing work and selflessness has gone in- to mention lots of volunteer work. spaced out along the trail and by would have to run four times by A. B. Logging to make the trail blacktop including a make of the to the Playground Project at Lan- Already open to the public is the start of school metal signs will around the LES building to get in a possible donating vehicles and United States. caster Elementary and at the start the crown jewel of the project, a be erected to show what each sta- mile run on pavement, but now can time, said Lamarque Also installed was equipment of the school year this fall every- half-mile long by six-foot wide fit- tion is, what to do there and for do better with two laps on the trail. Other finishing touches include by the soccer field bookending the thing will be finished. ness trail. The trail starts to the left how long. There will also be a large The large stretch of land will not be smoothing a few sections of the older wooden equipment. That The project was expected to of the LES parking lot, runs adja- wooden sign at the start of the trail for playground use at this point not- trail made bumpy by spring flood- area included eight swing sets, a take three years, but under the di- cent to the Connecticut River and pointing out where each station is ed Lamarque and the public is also ing. It was big flooding in April that tire swing, a may pole, a peak rection of the Playground Commit- curls around the soccer field. The located. According to LES Assistant not allowed to bring pets onto it. put the field under about six feet of climber, a sandbox and an asphalt tee, headed by Lori Ramos and path is ledge-pack surfaced with Principal Todd Lamarque the trail Since the field has been hayed and water and most of the summer has surface for basketball including been spent patching it up. more stencilled games like hop- “But if it can withstand that, it scotch and four-square. Family Dollar store application complete can withstand just about any- Larmarque noted that the Play- thing,” said Lamarque. “I’m hoping ground Committee at this point has By Edith Tucker Public hearing on Sept. 14 (clapboard), along with red- people from Country Village, hos- done their work, but there may be [email protected] brown brick pilasters (flattened pital employees, town workers and another committee that starts up columns) on the left and front east of the proposed driveway. Agency (EPA) standards. people in in the community use it. to handle future maintenance. He LANCASTER — The Planning elevations most visible from In response to concerns that Family Dollar estimates that It’s a beautiful walk and a lot of peo- wanted to make sure special thanks Board voted unanimously, 5 to Main Street. many residents walk to stores on average approximately 150 ple don’t even know it’s here.” Dur- went out to the town of Lancaster, 0, to accept the application of Bouchard also pointed out rather than drive, Horizons also cars a day would enter this lo- ing school hours the public that Weeks Medical Hospital, the Tillot- JDH Capital LLC of Charlotte, that the Family Dollar Store in added a five-foot-wide sidewalk cation. The store will be open wish to use the trail should check son Foundation, LES staff, the N.C., as complete at Wednesday Woodruff, S.C., that was brought on the right-hand (south) side approximately 11 hours a day, in first at the office. White Mountains Regional School night’s monthly meeting attend- up as a highly desirable model of the proposed driveway, with which would mean 13 to 14 cars Since August 2010 there have District and the many unsung he- ed by about 50 residents. was built as a test LEED (Lead- a crosswalk running to the every hour, or one car every been numerous enhancements to roes that made the whole thing pos- JDH Capital LLC proposes to store’s main entrance. four to five minutes. The daily the LES playground thanks to the sible including volunteers that build a single-story 9,180- Family Dollar,PAGEA5 No additional boundary traffic count in front of the Coös Committee. Installed out front were helped dig holes and mix cement. square-foot Family Dollar Store fencing is proposed. Several County courthouse ranges from on two Main Street lots (nos. abutters opposed additional 7,705 to 8,646 vehicles a day 181 and 185), both zoned com- fencing at their property line. with a peak of 16,351. mercial, that would require With no requirements for fenc- “This means that the in- tearing down two houses, one ing around the detention-infil- crease due to Family Dollar is of which was formerly a Bed and tration pond, none will be pro- insignificant, Bouchard said. Breakfast. vided, Bouchard said. Many residents at last Main Street is comprised of An abutter raised concerns month’s meeting said they were Routes 2 and 3 in the county at last month’s meeting about concerned that the proposed seat’s downtown. the noise level generated by the new building would “be nestled Project manager Don proposed store’s mechanical in the heart of a beautiful New Bouchard of Horizons Engineer- equipment. Red cedar trees will England town dating back near- ing of Littleton served as JDH be planted along the property ly 250 years” in a neighborhood Capital’s agent, assisted by line, and plans now call for a with a mix of Colonial and Vic- Planning Board member An- four-foot-high wooden fence, torian buildings. drew Nadeau, who stepped which should reduce the noise Bouchard said that the de- down because of a conflict of in- from the HVAC units that meet sign proposal is for a cream-col- terest. Environmental Protection ored six-inch Hardi-Plank siding The waiver that the appli- cant requested to allow a site plan review and public hearing to take place immediately was not granted, however, rejecting it on a 3 to 2 vote. Horizons had submitted the additional information request- ed by the Board at its July 15 meeting in advance. No copies were made available to the pub- lic, however, and JDH’s re- KIDS GREW UP TOO FAST! sponses were only publicly dis- cussed when Planning Board 2004 COLEMAN CARAVAN SLB 25’ TRAVEL TRAILER members asked questions, with Sleeps 6-8, full bath (tub/shower), 2 slide-outs, dining & sleeper. Max Frank taking the lead. Ducted AC/heat, kitchen w/stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator. Built Bouchard explained that in CD/AM/FM radio, cable ready. Exterior mounted 4 burner stove Family Dollar’s plans have been and additiona outside shower. This camper has been seldom and gently used, well maintained and is in excellent condition. submitted to the state Depart- ment of Transportation District Ready to go for $8,200 or best reasonable offer!! 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MARK E. YOUNGHOLM ATTORNEY AT LAW 603-444-1787 Call Bill Symonds AFFORDABLE OPTIONS for details at Budget Rates & Payments No Charge for Initial Consultation 869-2419 A4 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Editorial Opinion READERS’FORUM Entitlement and hypocrisy come to the The right decision Guildhall School District, by a close 20-21 vote We applaud the decision of Rev. John Mackenzie and the Pastoral To the Editor: — from expecting or accepting terly complaining about entitle- Town’s earlier decision. Council of Gate of Heaven Parish for backing off from what appeared, Evidently, some people think handouts from our fellow tax- ments. Ah, the irony. If you think your to be charitable, a very bad idea. entitlements (and welfare) are payers. Don’t get me wrong: I support children/child is special and Far from promoting unity, an isolated church between the commu- bad, until those same people de- I’m a big supporter of certain public schools and think they needs a different program at a dif- nities of Whitefield and Lancaster would not have been supported by cide they want an entitlement for entitlement programs like should be properly and gener- ferent school, pony up the mon- them, as it would have belonged to neither and not been a part of their themselves. Then, suddenly, en- Medicare, Social Security, and ously funded. However, barring ey yourself, rather than ask fel- daily lives. The churches of All Saints and St. Matthews have been the titlements aren’t such a bad thing public schools, social compacts state and federally mandated low townspeople to pay for it spiritual homes of Catholics in both those towns for over a hundred after all. to which we all contribute and special ed programs, the last time with our hard-earned tax dollars. years. During that century and more, countless baptisms, weddings and That’s what came to mind ear- which benefit the many. But de- I checked, it isn’t the purpose of Makes sense, right? Yet, before funerals have been performed in those churches. They are a part of the lier this week as I sat watching in spite my liberal tendencies, I am, our public school system to fi- my eyes earlier this week, some spiritual fabric of those towns, not just for Catholics but for the com- amusement and disbelief as vot- like many of my neighbors, op- nance alternate school choice people who by and large make a munities at large. Tearing down two beautiful churches to build one that ers in our School District nar- posed to most individual entitle- every time parents think their huge point of complaining about would not have approached either in beauty, or in significance to its rowly approved a broad and un- ments, especially when such in- child is special — don’t all par- entitlements actually clamored parishioners would have been a waste of scarce resources in hard restricted entitlement program dividuals expect discretionary ents think that? for a vague and unrestricted tax- times, when instead those churches can be sources of solace when they that will weaken our existing ex- “extras” on their fellow taxpay- The original petition bringing payer-funded entitlement, the are needed most. cellent little school and in my ers’ dime. this matter to a public vote — very type of “welfare” to which opinion, put it seriously at risk. I was surprised, therefore, at which I signed — asked simply they claim to be opposed. Yes, the warned Article actually this week’s School District meet- that the School District use its This astonishing exercise in A blow to the economy refers to the program as an “en- ing, to see so many — who nor- substantial surplus for addition- hypocrisy ended in a closely di- With the cancellation of the sale of the Balsams in Dixville Notch, titlement.” mally rail against welfare and en- al services at our Guildhall Ele- vided vote of 20-21, and the tax- another blow was dealt to the North Country’s economy, already reel- In my little town, whatever our titlements — ask the taxpayers mentary School. Imagine my and payer entitlement passed by a ing from previous hits. Ocean Properties of Portsmouth, the company differences and whether we’re to pick up the tab for a vague and others’ surprise when we later re- single vote, over spirited objec- that had been slated to buy the property, backed out of the deal almost Democrats, Republicans or Inde- completely unrestricted “gifted alized the real agenda was to al- tions by voters who were under- at the last minute late last week. pendents, we all tend to agree on and talented” program that low a wide-open, vague and un- standably skeptical. The deal was not without controversy. Though the company planned two important points. Or at least, would essentially allow any so- restricted “entitlement” to Still, there could be a bright to invest $25 million to restore the northernmost of New Hampshire’s until this week I thought most of called gifted or talented child to choose another school in anoth- side to all this. Now that they Grande Dames, it would have laid off 200 workers for upward of two us did. First, we believe fiercely be tuitioned out to schools in oth- er town, rather than keep such a have their own taxpayer-financed years during the renovation. By the time the hotel reopened, much dam- in protecting and maintaining lo- er towns. This call to subsidize program in-house where it will entitlement, maybe we will hear age would have been dealt to the area. cal control over our School Dis- and outsource an “extra” pro- benefit all other students as well. less mean-spirited carping Of course the deal attracted its share of attention in this political trict. Second, we believe in self- gram was led by certain members In fact, the voters at this year’s against entitlements for the less season since the hotel is the site of the first presidential primary at reliance and hard work; we pride of a prominent conservative fam- March Town Meeting had round- fortunate among us. That would 12:01 a.m. on Primary Day. Andy Martin, a minor Republican presiden- ourselves on the idea that we ily here in Guildhall who appear ly rejected a proposal for “tu- be refreshing. But I’m not exactly tial hopeful, tried to gain headlines by attempting to block the deal in should take only that which to be personally dissatisfied with itioning out.” To many of us, this holding my breath. federal court—and is naturally trying to claim victory for squashing the we’ve fairly earned and refrain — our school — And who, as many week’s Article was little more Laura Wilson deal. It’s hard to give much credence to that—this is the same candi- except in extreme emergencies will attest, can often be heard bit- than a sneaky end-run around the Guildhall, Vt. date who tried to draw some of the limelight during the search for Celi- na Cass in Stewartstown when he was purportedly in the area doing a Condolences and thanks walk against Northern Pass—yet it shows how politically charged any- thing can be in New Hampshire so close to the primary. On behalf of the New Hamp- ways with deep regret when we rounding communities who ated it. The North Country has been dealt such economic blows before, shire Fish and Game Conserva- cannot return a loved one back helped with their support in the Thank you for your support. most notably with the slow decline and eventual closing of the mills in tion Officers and volunteer to their family under happy cir- search effort for Celina. The Sgt. Wayne T. Saunders Gilman, Vt., Groveton, and Berlin, and the on again, off again, fate of the searchers, I would like to extend cumstances. work of supplying food and wa- NH Fish and Game mill in Gorham. There was good news this past week with the latter re- our condolences to the friends I would also like to thank the ter to so many was a great un- District One suming production, with hopes for it to continue. There is little doubt and family of Celina Cass. It is al- people of Stewartstown and sur- dertaking and all of us appreci- Lancaster things will continue to be rough for some time, yet the resilience of the people here is strong as the mountains among which they live. Christmas in September Toys for Tots event To the Editor: Store has been a drop off point clude guided trail rides on Strat- tive will be here to accept the Times are tough for many of for Toys for Tots donations since ford’s ATV trails, a cookout at Bi- toys and funds that have been Unions matter us, yet we are aware that others the spring, and the response has gRock Campground, and a num- collected throughout the sum- To the Editor: he voted against the anti-worker out there are struggling even been great. Many of our guests ber of great raffle items. Several mer. The cost to attend the cook- Unions matter, hence the attack raising of the debt ceiling and join more, trying to put food on the have told us how happy they are local businesses have already out is a new, unwrapped toy on workers in Wisconsin, Indiana, his voice with yours. Help Senator table and keep their homes heat- to be able to make a donation at donated items for the raffle, in- and/or a $10 donation. All pro- Ohio, New Hampshire, Maine, etc. Leahy put forth the bill he would ed through the winter months. this time of year, rather than cluding a savings bond, gift cer- ceeds will be donated to the lo- The quasi-political scientists and have preferred to pass with your These families must concentrate waiting until November when tificates and a bicycle, but we cal Toys for Tots organization. pundits have been artificially support. If we settle for this, what on survival and often have noth- other obligations make giving are still accepting contributions. Please call or e-mail us in ad- shrinking our piece of the pie, play- else will we settle for? ing left for the extras. That is why more difficult. We invite anyone Any organization or individual vance for more information or if ing into the hands of corporations. Let's get America working. we have decided to concentrate in the community to stop by the who would like to donate a prod- you are interested in attending Try as they might to distort reality, Washington needs our help. Yes, our efforts on helping to bring a store and drop off a new, un- uct or gift certificate for the raf- the rides or cookout. we still have power, more power your help. Be a voice for working little bit of joy to the children wrapped toy between now and fle can call us at 603-922-3329 or Help us bring joy to the chil- than they realized. They believed people. Speak of your beliefs. Do who might otherwise go without Sept. 3. e-mail us at bigrockcamp- dren this year by donating to the all hype they delivered. Tunisia, you think Social Security is part of in the upcoming Holiday Season, Once we decided to make [email protected]. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Egypt, and Wisconsin has shown the fabric that makes us a great na- by sponsoring a Toys for Tots Toys for Tots our focus this year, Members of the community Tots Program. For more infor- the world the power of people. Peo- tion? Say so. There is everything Toy Drive all summer long, and we got together with New are also welcome to attend the mation about Toys for Tots, vis- ple have power. If you do not agree right about supporting the workers hosting “Christmas in Septem- Durham Valley ATV Club, long guided trail rides and cookout it www.toysfortots.org. with the Republican agenda, speak who built this nation into a power- ber” on Saturday, Sept. 3, at Bi- time supporters of Toys for Tots, on Sept. 3, during which raffle Carla and Steve Allen up! We have the power. The Com- house. Workers are the strength, gRock Campground. and began planning “Christmas prizes will be distributed and the BigRock Campground & Store munication Workers of America the backbone of America. Be a vo- The BigRock Campground in September.” This event will in- local Toys for Tots representa- Stratford and the International Brotherhood cal part of who we are. Wouldn't it of Electrical Workers are flexing be nice for Bernie to give his voice their muscle in the face of demands a rest because we have his back 39th Annual Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb set for Aug. 20 for major contract concessions at and we raised our own voices in PINKHAM NOTCH — On Au- to find himself the runnerup af- Mt. Washington veteran Mar- She is also the co-holder of the Verizon. Good jobs now is part of unison? Be a part of Labor, organ- gust 20, (weather date August ter Treadwell emerged from the ti Shea, who last month won tandem record for the Mt. Wash- the solution to this poor economy, ized Labor, and support America in 21) the 39th Annual Mt. Wash- second starting group to record Newton’s Revenge for the fifth ington Auto Road; last year she not the root cause. The power is her time of need. Corporations ington Auto Road Bicycle Hill- a faster time. time in as many attempts, and and John Bayley double-pedaled now. have brought this great nation to climb will get underway with Rematch? Definitely — but who in 2010 also won the Hill- to the summit in 1:06:32. Neither Do you like Medicare? Would her knees. We built this country starting times from 8:40 to 8:55 can Treadwell or Douglas reach climb, which boasts a much larg- Codere nor Meader has record- you rather improve it than shrink building by building, road by road, a.m. the 6288-foot summit of Mt. er field, will return to try to ed times close to Shea’s best, it? Speak up now. Do you think So- rail car by rail car, plane by plane. The field for the 2011 Mt. Washington faster than defend- maintain her title as Queen of but both are steady competitors cial Security works? Speak up now. It is the fruits of our Labor that Washington Auto Road Bicycle ing Hillclimb champion Nico the Mountain. Last month Shea, and very familiar with the Auto Join Bernie Sanders, raise your made America great, not the ty- Hillclimb looks like last year’s Toutenhoofd of Boulder, Colo., 48, originally from Manchester, Road’s relentless grade. voice with his! Put our political coons who siphoned the wealth off with a couple of new twists. or former world and Olympic N.H., but now living in Marble- The Course agenda on the front burner of Amer- of our labor. We will make this na- While the ranks of entrants to mountain biking champion head, Mass., rode her fastest The Mt. Washington Auto ican politics. Ask Peter Welch why tion just as great again. We have the this year’s race to the summit of David “Tinker” Juarez? Having time ever on the Auto Road, one Road climbs 7.6 miles at an av- power. We are the people. Congress the highest peak in the north- placed second in the 2009 Hill- hour 4 minutes 12 seconds, de- erage grade of 12 percent, with is in recess. Speak up for America. eastern United States were offi- climb, Toutenhoofd won the spite being blown off her bike an extended stretch of 18 per- Answers Make your voices heard around the cially filled in February, two ex- race last year after trailing the near the finish by the notorious cent grade in the second mile 1. White. world. ceptional riders recently joined lead pack for two miles, then Mt. Washington winds. and a surreal 22 percent at the 2. Chihuahua. In Unity, the elite men’s Top Notch group moving forward steadily and The biggest threat to Shea’s finish. From the starting line just 3. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Jill Charbonneau, President of Hillclimb competitors, on the winning in 57 minutes 26 sec- winning streak may be 32-year- off N.H. Route 16, the course 4. China. Vermont State Labor Council, strength of top finishes last onds. Juarez, of Whittier, Calif., old adventure racer Sari Ander- gains 4727 feet in altitude, fin- 5. Florida. AFL-CIO month in Newton’s Revenge, the made his Mt. Washington debut son of Carbondale, Colorado, a ishing at the windswept 6288- other bike race held each sum- last year and proved to be the widely admired competitor in foot summit of Mt. Washington. mer on the same all-uphill only rider who could start fast mountain biking, ski moun- Professional riders have course. Meanwhile, the women’s and maintain the pace, taking taineering, kayaking, running called Mt. Washington a more field has added a Mt. Washing- second in 58:08. and other endurance events. difficult climb than the hardest ton newcomer with an impres- Treadwell looks like a serious Last winter Anderson won sev- climb in the Tour de France, and sive list of victories in adventure challenger. His time in Newton’s eral ski mountaineering races in this summer that claim seems racing and mountain biking. Revenge six weeks ago was Colorado and the Sage Burner more believable than ever. Last Established September 11, 1838 Toutenhoofd and Shea return 57:41, close to Toutenhoofd’s 50K Trail Run in Gunnison, Colo. month, Mt. Washington record- “All the news that fits” to defend titles; Treadwell and time last year. The other man She finished second in the U.S. holder Tom Danielson compet- USPS No. 222580 Published every Wednesday at Douglas, 1-2 in Newton’s Re- with the best shot at a podium National Ski Mountaineering ed in the Tour de France for the 79 Main Street, Lancaster, New Hampshire 03584 venge, join Hillclimb elite; An- finish in this month’s race ap- Championship in Jackson Hole, first time ever. As the three- Telephone: (603) 788-4939 derson, Gohr, Codere lead fe- pears to be Timothy Ahearn, 36, Wyo., and in the Teva Mountain week-long race entered the Second Class Postage Paid at Lancaster, N.H. and at additional mailing offices. male challengers; and mountain of Woodstock, Conn., who in the Games Ultimate Mountain Chal- mountain stages, Danielson bike icon Tinker Juarez makes 2010 Hillclimb took third behind lenge in Vail, Colo. Although her moved up from 45th in the over- Frank Chilinski, President & Publisher second Hillclimb appearance. Toutenhoofd and Juarez with a road-biking experience is limit- all standings to 9th, eventually Art McGrath III, Editor Men’s Field time of 58:22. ed, this year Anderson placed becoming the first American fin- Jonathan Benton, Sports Editor Reporter, Edith Tucker Dereck Treadwell, of Laurens, Douglas’s runnerup time in third in the 133-kilometer isher in the field. He held his po- Advertising, Bruce Pelletier N.Y., surprised everyone but Newton’s Revenge was 1:02:09. Megeve- Mont Blanc road race in sition against the world’s best Typesetter, Carla Allen himself in winning this year’s With more knowledge of the the French Alps. One week be- on the Col de Galibier and the Office Assistant, Cathy Grondin Newton’s Revenge, despite not course he should contend with fore making her first appearance Alpe d’Huez, the back-to-back Editorial Design, Angela Peets having qualified for the Top several other veterans of the in the Mt. 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Gohr finished second instead he raced in Newton’s Re- ing attack in that race and beat ton’s Revenge in 63 minutes flat. to Shea in last year’s Hillclimb, all other Top Notch riders, only Women’s field less than three minutes behind. Mt. Wash,PAGEA5 AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A5 ••• North Country Notebook Is there no escape (Luddite) from these infernal devices? By JOHN HARRIGAN pack three devices) and then camera, no whiz-bang, just a went further. “Helicopter par- phone. COLUMNIST ents,” one camp director called This makes my kids, all of them. whom grew up in the ever-evolv- A late spring headline, just as “They’re often the ones caught ing instant-communication tech- kids and parents were planning hiding the spare phones in their nology, practically squeal in frus- for stays at summer camps, child’s camp gear so they can be tration. “You mean, it doesn’t and besides, I was not so inclined. caught my eye: “Parents (are) of- sure they can stay in touch with have! (Read: whiz-bang)” they ex- Now, I noticed to my dismay ten unhappy campers when kids their kids,” the Minneapolis Star claim. after my latest hike in, there is away.” We are now well into the Tribune story said. “They are un- Colebrook got pretty much full not only a strong U.S. signal from summer camp season, if not al- dermining their child’s camp ex- cell phone coverage a couple of the log landing but also a fairly most beyond it. perience with the message ‘You years ago. Now I see people all good one from the porch of the The “unhappy” part of the can’t live without talking to me on over the place yapping into cell camp itself. Aye, the gods. headline concerned communica- the phone.’” phones. Is it because of need, or This is sure to advance strong tions. Camps, wanting to pre- In an aside, the story noted because it’s there? (“I’m getting debate between the parent (that serve the camp experience, did that children now spend an aver- ready to mow the lawn now.” would be me, who tries to pre- not want youngsters to have cell age of 7.5 hours a day “absorbed “Hey, what‘s for supper?”) vent even wrist watches from phones, iPods and Facebook con- in media activities,” and that Which brings us to camp. This camp, for why would anyone nections at beck and call. camp directors have to face the is not that the issue hasn’t been need a watch in camp?) and the

The kids were a problem to fact that “parents and kids alike (GLEN ZIBOLIS TOP PHOTO, BOTTOM, MINE) brought up already, but because younguns, who want instant deal with in this regard, because are in the mode of instant gratifi- Camp, and the dreaded cell phone. That’s me with my reading chair technology has placed it in the everything, down-time being on they sometimes showed up with cation communication.” lashed to a main-frame pack, which is how everything goes in. past. Before, when we reached the list of the forgotten. three devices---to quote the story, All of this brings to mind Cole- the nearest log landing, a mile and “one to turn in, another to use to brook, cell phones and camp. plant and had upwards of 50 co- creeping north, I went looking for a half by trail from camp, there (This column runs in a dozen call home with, and a backup For years I had a floor-mount- workers, and needed to stay in the simplest device I could find, was a faint cell phone bar from a or so weekly papers covering the phone to if the first phone is con- ed cell-phone in my truck. There touch when I was down below which was a Jitterbug (all right, southern Quebec tower. My rudi- northern two-thirds of New Hamp- fiscated.” was no service north of the notch- serving on one commission or I’m in the demographic). It is, sim- mentary French would have al- shire and parts of Maine and Ver- The other part of the problem es. I had the phone because at committee or another. ply, a phone: big screen, big keys lowed a call, but the tariff (around mont. John Harrigan’s address: PO was the parents, who of course that time I owned three newspa- When cell service began for big and oft-erring fingers, no three bucks a minute, I recall) dis- Box 39, Colebrook NH 03576, or enabled their kids (by helping pers and a web-press printing suaded the cheap Yankee in me, [email protected]) Volunteers needed for RESPONSE Weathervane Theatre It is estimated that 33.4 per- During these tough econom- That is why they are hoping to cent of women, and 24 percent ic times, cutbacks are forcing recruit new volunteers who are of men in New Hampshire have RESPONSE to make tough deci- willing to “answer the call” to Review: Boeing-Boeing experienced a physical assault sions about how to utilize re- support victims. by an intimate partner. RE- sources. They are committed to Volunteer training will begin By Edward Cowan In sum, Bernard is less a haps her best performance of SPONSE is a non-profit volun- ensuring that no crisis line call in September. Anyone who is in- Bernard, the American master of his universe than he the summer. teer organization committed to goes unanswered, and no re- terested should call 237-8746. whose flat high above Paris likes to think. As his system un- Francis Kelly as Robert con- helping domestic and sexual vi- quest for service unmet. How- Remember it only takes one per- commands a stunning view of ravels, so does he. Robert, firms on top of excellent per- olence victims and their fami- ever, with fewer volunteers this son to help change the life of an- the City of Light, is suave and meanwhile, becomes more as- formances that I saw this sum- lies. is becoming more of a challenge. other. in command. He is “engaged” sertive and flirtatious with mer in “Legally Blonde,” “Swing to three tall, leggy young Bernard’s “fiancées.” Set,” and “The Music Man,” that women, each a flight attendant And so unfolds the Weather- he is a versatile actor. Mt. Wash battling Mt. Washington's fa- the beginning of August, Marti for an airline, Gloria with TWA, vane’s farce for the 2011 sea- Simon Fortin, who played mously high winds, elite and am- Shea stands firmly at the top of Gabriela with Alitalia, and son, the company’s 46th. Any- the French planter in “South Pa- (continued from Page A4) ateur cyclists pay an entry fee of the women’s standings, having Gretchen with Lufthansa. one who in past seasons has cific” in 2010, is urbanely confi- venge. Mt. Washington Auto $350. All proceeds go to the ed- won all five races in the series This is the premise of “Boe- seen any of the Ray Cooney fare dent as Bernard, when Bernard Road course records may be set ucational and environmental so far, with Dominique Codere ing-Boeing,” which opened on at the Red Barn on Route 3 feels he is in command. But in either race. With all due re- programs of the conservation third in the standings. Duncan Monday night at the Weather- knows even before the action when Bernard’s system starts spect to this year’s men’s field, center. Douglas holds the highest vane Theatre in Whitefield, one starts that this comedy by Marc to fail (more than one girl at a no one in it is likely to come The entry fee allows the con- points total so far in the men’s of the company’s seven plays Camoletti, a French playwright, time is at the flat), Fortin por- close to Danielson’s mark. servation center to continue its competition. For further infor- in repertory this summer. will also be a door-banger: on trays him as an emotional The women’s course record support of school programs that mation see www.hillclimb- When Robert, Bernard’s old the set designed by Oliver Al- wreck who is unable to recog- presents an only slightly less reach nearly 5000 students, na- series.com. school chum from Wisconsin, cantara and furnished by props nize the signals that the ever daunting challenge. The current ture camps for more than 300 Starting times shows up at the flat unan- master Cait McKay there are-- more competent Robert is record holder is former French children, a series of community The 2011 Mt. Washington Au- nounced, Bernard explains that count them--seven doors. sending. That may be over the and world cycling star Jeannie nature programs, and other ed- to Road Bicycle Hillclimb starts the secret of his managing vis- With Steve Witting directing, top, but, hey, this is farce. Longo, who made the climb in ucational and environmental at 8:40 a.m. on Saturday, August its by the three women lies in the doors open and bang shut Anna Lise Jensen renders 58 minutes 14 seconds in 2000, events. 20, when the Top Notch group — the consolidated airline sched- with regularity, whisking one of Gabriella, the elegant Alitalia the only year she competed in The size of the field for the one hundred riders who qualify ule, a thick, black book which the girls onstage a split-second stewardess, with an accent that this race. Longo’s mark is six Hillclimb is limited by the abili- by virtue of top performances in he brandishes. Each of the girls after another exits. This is she sustains and with superb minutes faster than Shea’s best ty of the road crews and race of- previous Mt. Washington races is on a different schedule. comedy that is obvious, as op- timing. Jensen can act as well time; whether or not it is within ficials to monitor the safety of or exceptional accomplish- When one is in Paris with posed to witty (although there as sing (in other roles this sea- Anderson’s reach is a question all participants, and by the num- ments in other cycling races — Bernard, the other two are in is a good deal of wit in the dia- son). Dana Musgrove is right as that may be answered on August ber of vehicles that can be sprint through the first, flat 300 the air or on the other side of logue). The joke wears thin Gloria, the lean, lanky Ameri- 20. parked at the summit to bring yards of the Auto Road and then the globe. with only a little repetition. can who, it turns out, is no less Race benefits Tin Mountain cyclists back down the hill after downshift for the long the as- Bernard is smugly confident However, the Weathervane pro- opportunistic than is Bernard. Sponsored by Polartec, with the race. cent. Three subsequent waves that his international harem gram explains that in White- Katherine McLaughlin additional support from interna- B.U.M.P.S. of riders, sorted by age, start at arrangement is infallible. field we seem to adore the throws herself into playing tional corporations as well as The Mt. Washington Auto five-minute intervals following Robert isn’t sure about that, or door-slamming, mistaken iden- Gretchen, the German air host- from Red Jersey Cyclery and Road Bicycle Hillclimb is one of the Top Notch group. about his ability with women. tity, quick-talking comedy of ess, perhaps too much so. Her other local businesses in the Mt. nine events in the Bike Up the As always, the organizers al- The audience knows that situations absurd. We do? Gretchen is too domineering, Washington Valley, the Mt. Wash- Mountain Point Series, familiar- low for the weather, often a com- Bernard’s mechanistic ap- Well, you can’t argue with sometimes too much the Ger- ington Auto Road Bicycle Hill- ly known as B.U.M.P.S. The se- plicating factor on Mt. Washing- proach to having his way with the market, or with an opening man stereotype. She flops climb is the primary annual ries also includes Newton’s Re- ton. If severe weather on Satur- three women has to fail, or night audience that laughed on around Bernard's flat awkward- fundraiser for the Tin Mountain venge, Mt. Ascutney in Vermont, day makes road conditions un- there is no play. The audience cue often and enthusiastically. ly. German women in my expe- Conservation Center in Albany, Mt. Greylock in Massachusetts, safe, the race will be postponed is always right. “Boeing-Boeing,” however rience are less clownish, more N.H. For the opportunity to ped- Whiteface Mountain in New York until Sunday, with the same It is the late 1950s (a fact absurd, delivers some excel- self-aware, more sophisticated. al up the unrelenting grade while State, and other uphill races. At starting times. that the program unhelpfully lent acting. Shinnerie Jackson “Boeing-Boeing” runs long, omits), and piston aircraft are shines as Berthe, the harried, almost three hours, with Act I being replaced by faster jets. frazzled and calculating nearly 90 minutes. Director Wit- Monday through Friday, and project, as currently designed, And so the air schedules on Parisian who keeps house for ting might take a nip here, a Family Dollar from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sun- meets the town’s requirements which Bernard relies are chang- Bernard, cooks the right na- tuck there before the remaining (continued from Page A3) day. and is significantly different ing. Moreover, weather is un- tional cuisine for each fiancée performances tonight (August In answer to state Rep. Bill than the standard prototype ership in Environmental De- predictable and occasionally it and refuses to be a maid who 17) and on August 19, 23, 25, 31. Remick’s request that the ar- store.” sign) store, “This project is not forces airliners to turn back, re- knows her place. Jackson Edward Cowan, a Washing- chitect look at the design of the The Dollar Store’s public budgeted or slated for LEED re- turning an air hostess to Paris brings nice touches of exasper- ton, DC editor and writer, sum- McDonald’s restaurant in hearing will be at 6:30 p.m. on quirements,” he said. Minor when she is not expected. ation and sass to this role, per- mers in Whitefield. modifications to the proposed Freeport, Me., Bouchard said Sept. 14 in Town Hall. plan are acceptable, such as that Family Dollar aims to fol- New-England-style window low the town’s site plan review lights (panes) and mullions that requirements. could be listed as conditions, “The front of the building in- but not wholesale changes. corporates a parapet wall Exterior lighting, which in- shaped as a gable-end wall that cludes building and road signs extends out away from the front and parking lot lights, would wall to give definition to the turned “on” and “off” 30 min- building outline,” Bouchard utes to one hour before the wrote. Family Dollar is willing store opens and closes. The to work with the Board on such photocell light above the store- items as making the windows front would go “on” at dusk and conform to look more Victori- “off” at dawn. Store hours an, but “stops at a complete re- would be from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., design of the building as this A6 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Early Pathmakers & the Weeks GRP wind farm Act slide-talk set for Aug. 17 RANDOLPH — "The Early Path- the Weeks Act Centennial celebra- project is on track makers: the Creation, Destruction tion and is free and open to the pub- & Rebuilding of the Randolph lic. Mountain Club (RMC) Trail Sys- Hudson will discuss the trail tem” — a slide-talk with dramatic system on the Northern Peaks of Lots of area hires readings — will be given by Judy the Presidential Range as it was cre- Maddock Hudson at 7 p.m. on Sat- ated in the late 1880s and the 1890s, By Edith Tucker Tradeport, also included 22 grass, and after a couple of urday, Aug. 27, at the Randolph illustrate the progress of lumbering [email protected] “hubs," each weighing 26 tons, years should have a pleasing Town Hall on Durand Road. operations in the region in the ear- FILE PHOTO as well as 22 spinners and 69 appearance, Decker said. Hudson is the RMC historian ly 20th century, and examine the Judy Maddock Hudson, author of DUMMER — Every weekday frames, according to Charles Boulders are being place so and author of “Peaks & Paths: A conditions that gave rise to the “Peaks & Paths,”give a free slide-talk nine wind tower components McMahon of as to serve as guardrails. The Century of the Randolph Mountain Club’s founding in 1910 and the pas- on the early pathmakers and the cre- destined for the Granite Reli- ation, destruction, & rebuilding of the seacoastonline.com. private timber companies will Club,” published in 2010 for the sage of the Weeks Act in 1911. able Power (GRP) 99-megawatt Randolph Mountain Club trail system RMT, the engineering, pro- also benefit from substantial Club’s centennial celebration. Copies of “Peaks & Paths” will wind farm are being off-loaded at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the curement and construction bridge and culvert upgrades, The talk is sponsored by the be on sale after the talk, and the au- in a new laydown yard off Dum- (EPC) contractor headquar- helping to keep the land as Randolph Town Hall as part of the Randolph Mountain Club as part of thor is willing to sign copies. Weeks Act Centennial celebration. mer Pond Road. tered in Madison, Wisc., now “working” forest. The components were has 165 workers on site, most Subcontractor Coleman transported to New England by employed by various subcon- Concrete, that maintains a both rail and ship. tractors. To date, eighty-five Gorham facility, started pour- Bringing all the components percent of the 40,000 labor ing the first tower pad at 3 a.m. to the laydown yard has been hours worked to date are from on Thursday at the first of the a logistical feat, Decker ex- New-England-based firms, string sites on Fishbrook Ridge plained in an Thursday after- Decker said. He noted that the in Millsfield. A tower will likely noon interview that also in- project is employing a higher be erected within the week, cluded Julie Smith-Galvin, percentage of local laborers with the last one going up next communications director for from Coos County than had month on a string in Dixville. Brookfield Renewable Power’s been forecast in an economic Decker praised the work of U.S. headquarters in Westbor- impact study, written in 2009 Horizons Engineering of Little- ough, Mass. by economist Ross Gittell, ton that first began working on Gigantic parts made in a Ph.D., and Matt Magnusson, the project as surveyors and Vestas factory located in the M.B.A., both of UNH’s Whitte- wetland delineators. Later northern plains of Colorado more School. then-Horizons-president Steve are being shipped on the St. Workers are putting long LaFrance of Stratford and his PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER Lawrence and Atlantic Rail- hours, Decker said, often with associates took on all the civil Governor John Lynch, with the help of District 1 Councilor Ray Burton, 2nd from left, of Bath and president and road into Gilead, Me., and then 12-hour days and six-day engineering work. CEO Byron Carlock Jr., 2nd from right, of CNL Lifestyle Company, LLC, of Orlando, Fla., that owns the resort, cut trucked on flatbeds on Routes weeks. Some specialists have “They were excited to get a red ribbon on the new bridge at the entrance to the historic Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods on 2 and 16 to Dummer, according occasionally worked a seven- the experience, and the com- Wednesday, Aug. 10, before a meeting of the Governor and Executive Council. Dist. 2 Councilor Daniel St. Hilaire to Pip Decker, who has worked day week. Timber company pany is now bidding and work- of Concord, left, Dist. 4 Councilor Ray Wieczorek of Manchester, Dist. 5 Councilor David Wheeler of Milford, and since 2007 on the GRP project contractors are also loading ing on other wind projects in Dist. 3 Councilor Christopher Sununu of Newfields, who was celebrating his tenth wedding anniversary, were on at offices in Lancaster and Mi- and hauling long pieces of low- the region,” Decker said, not- hand. Gov. Lynch said that he is gratified that CNL has chosen to invest in New Hampshire, including Mount lan. Sunapee Resort in Newbury and Cranmore Mountain Resort in North Conway. Carlock said that CNL has invest- grade pulpwood that was cut ing that the firm had come up ed some $60 million in the Mount Washington resort over the last several years and employs some 850 work- Each of the 33 towers, that last winter at night. “It’s very with a number of innovative ers, giving the region an economic boost. Carlock said,“It’s easy to do business in New Hampshire.” will stand approximately 410 busy,” Decker explained, not- and cost-saving ideas that are feet tall from base to blade tip, ing that safety is both Brook- now being implemented. is made up of nine major com- field and RMT’s highest priori- GRP applied for a Certificate NU assigns VP to promoted Northern Pass ponents, requiring 297 ship- ty. of Site and Facility on July 15, MANCHESTER — Marie van New Hampshire community lead- ments (9 x 33 = 297) into Coös Subcontractor Sargent Cor- 2008. The state Site Evaluation Luling, Northeast Utilities (NU) ers and organizations, as well as County, Decker said. poration of Maine, which is hir- Committee accepted its appli- vice president of communications, the general public, have the op- Each of the 149-foot-long, ing many local contractors and cation as complete on Aug. 14, will assume new responsibilities in portunity to learn about Northern 17-ton blades, all manufac- equipment operators, is doing 2008. The Certificate was is- New Hampshire focusing on the Pass; about the opportunities it of- tured in Portugal, and each of the project’s earthwork, Deck- sued with conditions on July Northern Pass project. In her ex- fers, as well as the issues that must 32-foot-long 89-ton nacelles, all er said. A total of 19 miles of 15, 2009. And fending off ap- panded role as Vice President, be addressed in appropriately sit- manufactured in Italy, arrived roads are being upgraded, in- peals and then arranging to Northern Pass Transmission, LLC, ing the project. Marie will greatly on July 26 in Portsmouth Har- cluding the now-temporarily- transfer the Certificate to van Luling will provide support assist us in providing that infor- bor in the largest ship to arrive closed-to-traffic Dummer Pond Brookfield that purchase the and leadership to the Northern mation." in many years. The bright or- Road, and some 12 miles of new 75 percent share originally Pass project, in addition to her ex- Van Luling has served as NU’s ange 612-foot-long ship — the roads are being constructed. owned by Noble Environmen- isting duties. NU is the parent com- senior communications officer Swedish-registered “Salmaa- COURTESY PHOTO Loggers, outdoor enthusi- tal Power of Conn., construc- pany of Public Service of New since 2007 with responsibilities Marie van Luling, a senior vice gracht” — is outfitted with asts, anglers, and hunters will tion started in earlier this Hampshire (PSNH). that include identifying and ad- president of communications at three enormous cranes that ultimately benefit from Dum- spring and electricity is ex- "Marie has tremendous knowl- dressing energy policy issues on Northeast Utilities, PSNH’s parent can lift up to 120 tons, accord- mer Pond Road’s much-im- pected to be generated by edge of our industry and how this the local, state, and national level. company, has added the title of ing to an article by “green” in- proved drainage and erosion year’s end. Twenty-five per- project can benefit New Hamp- Prior to working for NU, van vice president of communications dustry expert Rich Maltzman control features that will ex- cent of the project remains in shire and New England, from both Luling served as senior vice presi- for Northern Pass Transmission, LLC, to her existing duties. of the Energy Collective. The tend the number of days that the hands of Freshet Wind En- economic and environmental per- dent of marketing and corporate shipped components, that these forested tracts are ac- ergy of Lyme. spectives," said Gary Long, PSNH communications for Bank Rhode Villanova University, School of were temporarily stored at a cessible. The road’s side President and CEO. “It's vital that Island, and prior to that as manag- Law, in Penn., a B. A. from Provi- site in the Pease International slopes will be seeded with ing director for a global communi- dence College, and an Associates TOWN OF CARROLL cations agency, Manning Selvage degree from Berkshire Community & Lee. She earned a law degree at College in Pittsfield, Mass. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Board of Selectmen NOTICE Separate sealed Bids for the construction of Deanbrook Utilities PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING System Improvements will be received by Deanbrook Village UNANTICIPATED FUNDS Town of Carroll Residents Cooperative, Inc. at the office of Town of Northumberland, 10 Station Square, Groveton, New Hampshire 03582 until 2:00 PM, (Local Time) FOOD PANTRY HOURS CHANGE A Public Hearing will be held on Monday, August 29, EFFECTIVE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011 Thursday, September 15, 2011 and then at said office publicly opened 2011 at 7 p.m. at the Carroll Town Hall as prescribed by and read aloud. RSA 31:95-b, Section III, and RSA 91-A:2 to discuss the Monday through Friday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Utilities System Improvements – Construction of 2,700 LF of 8-inch acceptance of unanticipated money from the State, (Closed for Holidays) sewer main, 3,700 LF of 4-inch sewer service lines (46 services), (17) Federal, or other governmental unit or private sources. sewer manholes, 3,100 LF of 8-inch water main, 3,300 LF of 3/4” Town Hall water service line (46 services), (4) 8-inch gate valves, (6) 6-inch gate The source of funds is from property insurance proceeds 92 School Street • Twin Mountain, NH 03595 valves, (6) fire hydrants, (40) water meter pits, existing home plumb- in the amount of $13,454.62 and insurance reimburse- 603-846-5754 ing heat tape, utility demarcation points (i.e. electric meter, telephone, ment in the amount of $6,626.03. and cable pedestals) underground conduit for electric/cable/tele- (We are still looking for a few more volunteers, phone, ancillary equipment for electric/cable/telephone utilities, con- Carroll Board of Selectmen please call the phone number above) ductor from the utility demarcation point to the home, roadway and ditch restoration and ancillary surface restoration. Utility poles for overhead electrical/cable/telephone will be set by PSNH. Conductor from the pole to the utility demarcation point will be installed by the utility owner (i.e. PSNH, Fairpoint and Time Warner).

The work is to be completed in accordance with project contract doc- uments, USDA Rural Development requirements, NHDES regulations, Bankruptcy CDBG Contract Requirements, and applicable state and federal requirements. The right legal advice early protects a bright future This contract is expected to be funded in whole or in part using funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Section A job loss, unexpected medical expenses 1605 of the ARRA prohibits the use of these funds unless all iron, or overwhelming debt doesn’t need to steel, and manufactured goods are produced in the United States. All cost you everything you’ve worked for. iron and steel manufacturing processes must take place in the United Getting the right legal assistance early States, except for metallurgical processes involving refinement of steel additives. There is no requirement for the origin of components can protect your home, your retirement and subcomponents of manufactured goods. Products listed at 48 and your family. We provide solutions CFR 25.104(a) have been determined to be unavailable in the United that give you direction, peace of mind States and if required for the project may be purchased from foreign and a fresh start on life. sources. No unauthorized use of foreign iron, steel, and/or manufac- tured goods will be allowed on this project.

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JEFFERSON Wilma Corrigan | 586-4488 As many in the North Country with vendors with something of takes so much pleasure. Underground Railroad Museum, know, Fr. Ray Ball, who was the interest for many customers. Birthday named for the stellar guide for pastor of the Gates of Heaven Come and enjoy a browse. On Saturday, August 6, there these fugitives, seeks to open Parish just a few months ago, is JACs was quite a surprise at the Jack that corner of our history to all now at the Immaculate Heart of The JACs will be enjoying and Barbara Paschal residence with the theme “Lighting Free- Mary Parish in Loudon, N.H. Per- their August luncheon gathering when Sandra White of Springwa- dom’s Road.” haps some from up north would at the Mooselook Restaurant in ter, N.Y., and another family mem- It has been said that the Pot- like to enjoy a project at his Concord, Vt. on August 25 at 11 ber arrived for Jack’s birthday. ter Farm in Northumberland was parish to express appreciation of a.m. Patty Angelicola will be call- Also, Jodie Velie and girls of Man- one such stopping place in the the many ways he helped in our ing members to get the atten- chester, N.H. all came to help Dad North Country. If anyone has in- area. On Saturday, Sept. 3, there dance count. and Gramps celebrate his special formation on this, please send it will be a 4-person golf scramble Congratulations day. Happy Birthday, Jack! to Wilma Corrigan, PO Box 124, at 8 a.m. at the Loudon Country A communication from the Pe- Underground Railroad muse- Jefferson NH 03583-0124. Don Club that anyone who is inter- ony Press of Jefferson tells us um and Vivian Papson who helped ested might like to participate in that a third in the Four Season When on our trip to Lake make the North Star Under- at some level. To enter the tour- Mystery series of Susan Howard Placid, N.Y., back in late May, we ground Railroad Museum a reali- nament, the cost is $100 per per- Solar, a local author, has just visited a new museum just es- ty were much interested in learn- son or $400 per team and the been published, “Murderous tablished called “Follow The ing about such locations. price includes a chicken BBQ. Magnolias.” A book signing was North Star,” which is about the Humor Please call Fr. Ray at 224-4393 for held on August 11 at SaVoir Flare, North Star Underground Rail- The subject of depression a registration form by August 26, located at 52 Main Street in road, highlighting the stories of a comes to view every so often, or call to ask for information on Berlin. Included in this book is a stop for American slaves guided and here’s a different view of it! other service projects. Good luck poem “River-Boat Dreams” writ- by the north star and anti-slav- — “What is your opinion of the IHM Parish! ten by Esther M. Leiper. Also, The ery sympathizers to British terri- recession?” — “Recession? Say, Post Card Show this Saturday State of New Hampshire, Depart- tory and to freedom. During the people in California, don’t know The Jefferson Historical Soci- ment of Environmental Services tumultuous years leading up to what the word recession means. ety Post Card Show will be held has recognized Esther, in her ca- the Civil War in the United States, Things are ten dimes as tough in on Saturday, August 20, at the Jef- pacity as Poet Laureate of the approximately 20,000 to 40,000 Arizona.” “What makes you think ferson Town Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 White Mountain Region, with a slaves escaped to Canada via the that?” “Well, I was down in Ari- p.m. A small admission fee will purse gift. Esther has written “Underground Railroad” which zona last week on the desert and be charged at the door and a light many poems about nature, was a series of hiding places and I heard a couple of snakes talking PHOTO BY JEANNE KENISON A highlight of the summer was having folk singer Katie Rose Siggins lunch will be available for pur- wildlife, people and happenings safe houses set up in defiance of behind a rock. One snake said to of Whitefield perform for the Jefferson Library’s "One World, Many chase during the day, so one can of home-life, plus. Congratula- the institution of southern slav- the other ‘If things don’t pick up Stories" summer reading group held that day at the Jefferson Town stay and browse as long as tions to her on her accomplish- ery. Located on the edge of the by next August, we won’t have a Hall. Librarian Suzanne Crafton organized the event, which was paid wished. The hall will be filled ments in the art in which she Ausable Chasm, the North Star spot to hiss in.’” for by the Friends of the Jefferson Public Library. Calling all vendors — CDDA Harvest Fair planned Annual Scramble Golf COLEBROOK — Local brook Elementary School gym- homemade foods and produce or flea market items may be crafters, artisans and produc- nasium. Visitors enjoy the an- to display and sell their wares. sold at the Harvest Fair. Tournament at Waumbek ers are invited to join the annu- nual Chili Challenge sponsored Artisans, home-based business- Vendor registration forms al Harvest Fair in Colebrook on by LaPerle’s IGA, along with es, growers and crafters are in- may be obtained from event set for August 28 Saturday, Oct. 1. Organizers will homemade apple crisp and live vited to participate, along with chairman Judy Jacques at 237- soon start gathering items for music by the Fireside Fiddlers. local student and community 4970 or JEFFERSON — The Jefferson ing will be offered. Other hole-in- the “I Visited the Harvest Fair” The day will also include a quilt organizations. [email protected]. Reg- Fireman's Association will be one prizes will be offered such as raffle, which offers an incentive raffle and face-painting and Vendors must provide their istrations are due by Friday, sponsoring it's Tenth Annual golf equipment, electronics pack- for shopping in downtown Cole- kids’ activities, with supervi- own tables, chairs and equip- Sept. 16. Scramble Golf Tournament, "In age and airline tickets for two. brook. sion available so parents can ment, and seasonal colors and Volunteers are also welcome Memory of Merl Baker,” at the Prize money for the top three Hosted by the Colebrook shop on their own. decorations are encouraged. A to assist the CDDA with prepar- Waumbek Golf Club on Route 2 in teams will be donated to fire de- Downtown Development Asso- The Harvest Fair offers a limited number of spaces are ing for and hosting the Harvest Jefferson on Sunday, August 28. partment of choice and plaques ciation, the day-long Harvest venue for vendors of crafts, assigned on a first-come, first- Fair. Anyone interested in help- Registration is at 7 a.m. with shot- will be awarded to top three Fair takes place in the Cole- gifts, unique regional products, served basis. No secondhand ing may contact Sandra Rien- gun start at 8 a.m. The cost is teams. deau at 237-8010 or froghol- $200 for a team of four or $50 for For more information or to [email protected]. individuals. A steak feed will fol- register, contact Kevin Staines at parishioners believe that there Manchester (where the diocesan Proceeds from the Harvest low at the town hall. 586-7114, Bill Jones at 837-2264, Gate of Heaven is already “plenty of unity,” and headquarters is located) but was Fair benefit the nonprofit CD- This year, for a hole in one or any member of the Jefferson (continued from Page A1) others think that there are other instead strictly the fruit of DA’s efforts to promote local from the 9th hole, the choice of a Fire Department. Entry forms are John Deere X728 tractor or Po- available at the Waumbek Golf present we simply do not have approaches to achieving unity prayer.” MacKenzie reiterated shopping and the vitality of laris Ranger ATV from F.B. Spauld- Club. Come and have a fun day. the funds to engage in such an that could be pursued, other that the Gate of Heaven Parish Colebrook’s downtown area. undertaking.” Parishioners, like than physically building a new has been solemnly entrusted to others in Coös County, “are just church. “Out of all of these fac- the Virgin Mary under her title of trying to weather these uncer- tors, the unity factor is undoubt- Our Lady of Carmel. tain economic times, hoping that edly the most subjective (since) Pastoral Council member in the future — hopefully in the one person’s definition of unity Brooks said in a Friday morning near future — things will turn may fall far short from another’s telephone interview that he is around and start to get better,” definition,” the priest said. grateful for MacKenzie’s he said. Parishioners are leery MacKenzie concluded his let- thoughtful response to parish- about going out on a limb and ter with his hopes for the future. ioners’ concerns. possibly into substantial debt to “I will be asking the parish Pas- “We have not had a Pastoral build a new church costing sev- toral Council to examine and Council for some years, and I eral million dollars. look at other ways in which we think Father John took a big step Parishioners also cited the can better manager our parish forward in appointing one and possibility of losing two village resources — financial and others has now called on its members churches — All Saints in Lan- — by working with what we al- to continue work on significant caster and St. Matthew in White- ready have and own,” he said. parish issues,” Brooks said. “It is field — as a major concern, “Most importantly, however, I a relief that a decision has been MacKenzie reported. Many will ask the Parish Council to find made to keep the status quo, and parishioners walk to church and ways to help all of use grow spir- I know that I and all other Coun- many “are fond of seeing these itually as God’s holy people.” He cil members are very grateful structures and their steeples” as also emphasized, “none of this that parishioners communicat- an integral part of their down- — none at all — has come out of ed their hopes and concerns.” towns. “Visitors and tourists find the churches quaint and attrac- tive,” he pointed out. “Many feel that to shut down and lose these churches would be a big blow to the historical and religious com- ponents of these New England towns,” MacKenzie said. His newness to the parish is also a factor, the priest admitted. “Many think that I came in here and moved too fast without get- ting to know the parishioners” before coming up with a new vi- sion. Even though the Pastoral Appalachian Supply Inc. Council minutes were published, 4581 Memorial Drive clearly stating that the Council had unanimously supported his St. Johnsbury, VT vision to “discern the possibility (802)-748-4513 of finding land” and “the possi- bility of (building) a new parish church,” this effort had failed to assuage and dispel parishioners’ fears. “Finally,” MacKenzie said, “there is the unity factor.” Some A8 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Drive-in’s campground application is incomplete By Edith Tucker The applicants first discussed that she should have spoken ear- [email protected] overnight camping at a Planning lier when Dubriel and Samson Board meeting on Jan. 13, 2010, were still in the hall, but Wyman LANCASTER — The Planning when they came before the Board argued that she sought to speak Board voted unanimously, 6 to 0, at its request after they adver- under “Old Business.” that the application presented tised overnight camping. At that She said that there is an un- jointly on Wednesday night by time Board members Leon Ride- shaded light on the theater’s Raymond Dubriel Jr. and Annette out, Justin Carter, and Steve grounds about which she has Samson was not complete. The Young told them that they would previously complained, but that applicants seek to add RV and have to come before the Board if has nothing has been done to tent sites at the Northern Nights they planned to expand the facil- correct the situation. “I feel that Drive-in Theater at 51 Causeway ities’ offerings. Subsequently I have not been dealt with in good Street, zoned commercial-indus- Dubriel and Samson’s applica- faith,” Wyman said. “I can’t get a trial. tion for site plan review was ac- shade on a light, and I don’t feel Three years ago, the appli- cepted as complete, and the respected,” she said. cants were granted a special ex- Board later that year approved a Nadeau took exception to her ception from the ZBA to operate somewhat modified plan. saying that the Board is biased an “outdoor recreational facility” Dubriel did not sign the ap- toward school chums or mem- at that location. proval form within the required bers of a local old boys’ network After considerable discussion 60 days, however, and it auto- and shows favoritism to those sparked by questions raised pri- matically lapsed. with backgrounds in common. marily by Board member Mark Midway through Wednesday Earlier that night, no ques- Frank, the Board voted unani- night’s meeting, Dubriel com- tions were asked by Planning mously, 6 to 0, that the proposed plained about the number of Board members at the public project must be classified as a questions posed by Frank who, hearing on the Weeks VFW Post major subdivision and not a mi- along with Nadeau and Doolan, proposal to build a one-story 75- nor one, as the applicants had was as Board alternates after the by 150-foot building on an exist- thought. They also said that drive-in expansion plans were ap- ing rear lot behind the current more detailed information would proved in 2010. two-story building located on be required. As Dubriel was closely ques- Main Street (Route 3). Andrew Nadeau, a surveyor, tioning Frank’s motives, the The Board had accepted the recommended that the appli- town’s planning-zoning coordi- application as complete at its last cants meticulously review the nator Ben Gaetjens-Oleson meeting on July 13. Planning town’s site plan requirements jumped up and shouted that Board alternate Don Doolan, a and provide a detailed narrative everyone must keep order and surveyor and Post member, re- that addresses every item. He keep respect or he would clear cused himself to discuss the proj- urged them to consult with their the hall and lock the doors to ect, pointing out that a detailed surveyor, Mark Vander-Heyden Town Hall. presentation with a question- of Dalton, who was on hand. When the meeting resumed af- and-answer period had been held The applicants propose to ter this brief interruption, the before the Board had accepted open up RV 33 sites that would Board agreed that the Lancaster the application as complete. be available on movie nights, and Fire Chief-Ambulance Director Sandy Bergquist asked that 51 RV sites on non-movie nights, should be asked to inspect the the specific hours of operation plus 15 tents sites on the prop- privately owned and maintained and when its “dark skies” exteri- erty’s periphery. Metal fire rings bridge over Indian Brook to en- or lighting would be on be listed would be supplied. sure that it has a 20-foot-wide in the conditions under which Their proposal includes no travel-way and can safely handle the Board grants approval. PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON new buildings. The existing the width and weight of emer- There was no discussion or A good section of sidewalk was replaced on Main Street Lancaster last week, set and finished by Friday. Sent snack bar and toilet facilities that gency vehicles as well as heavy requirement to fence the perma- out to bid by the town the new section was put in by Shawn Mackillop Concrete. are connected to the town water RVs. nent settling pond shown on the and sewer systems would be suf- After Dubriel and Samson left plans. ficient to satisfy the needs of the meeting, Lucy Wyman, an The Board voted unanimous- Crumbling sidewalk replaced on Main Street those staying overnight, the ap- abutter to the drive-in movie fa- ly, 6 to 0, to approve the applica- plicants explained. cility, asked to speak. Doolan said tion. By Jonathan Benton crete. The cost of which was un- A maple tree about 25-years- [email protected] der $6,000 and came out of the old was cut down and uprooted A time honored tradition and the Lancaster cannon Highway Department’s sidewalk just prior to the process, but re- LANCASTER — An ongoing By Isaac Caswell, has been helping to restore or ance of being unturned. This repair line item of the town budg- placed by an Elm tree. Samson Contributing writer danger to pedestrians was re- et. noted that the maple was dying recreate the splendor of Luckey’s process took him 46 hours over solved last week as the finishing The previous section had and didn’t like the idea of having home and making it look entirely the course of many nights and touches were placed on a new been poured only about ten years to bust up a new sidewalk to pull LANCASTER -- Barbara Luckey original. In addition to the restora- weekends. stretch of sidewalk on Main ago and suffered from not setting it out in the future. He also noted has lived in Lancaster across from tion, D’Etcheverry has done other When asked if she had done or Street. properly, noted Town Manager that the new elm is resistant to Memorial Park for nearly six remodeling and restoration work, sponsored any other recreation in Spanning from Main Street Mu- Ed Samson. The pouring took Dutch Elm’s Disease and will be years. When she was younger, she including work for the Catholic the past, she was reminded of sic all the way to White Mountain place in late fall and the concrete protected by a protective metal would come to Lancaster to visit Church in Littleton. something her husband, Floyd Karate is a freshly set section of had “obviously frozen” because it cage at its base. her grandmother, Jessie Owen, Using his skills as a carpenter, Luckey, had done more than ten cement as of Friday this is ready deteriorated rapidly. Other improvements to the and every year . Luckey and her D’Etcheverry was able to recreate years ago. Luckey took spruce to be strolled. The town of Lan- “It was a hazard and we try to town’s infrastructure included siblings would get their picture the wheels during the fall and win- from their property and cut, caster had the pock marked sec- do a section of concrete every the paving of Williams Street of take on or around the locally fa- ter of 2010- 2011, but not in the shaved and cured it so that the tion of sidewalk removed and bid year that’s in rough shape and whcih the driveway aprons were mous Civil War cannon, a tradi- same way the original wheels same park the cannon was in out the job Shawn Mackillop Con- that was it,” Samson. done Friday and all funded by a tion she now carries on with her were created or even using the would have a tall sturdy flagpole, FEMA Grant said Samson. own grandchildren. same materials. The original larger than the current one ac- Whitefield A set of concrete steps used to Unfortunately, a short time ago wheels, according to D’Etchever- cording to . Luckey. This flagpole exit the Town Office had shown her beloved cannon had not come ry, were made out of three-inch would later rot and once again Recreation Department signs of deterioration and were back after winter’s end and she white oak, whereas the new need to be replaced, as well. also replaced this month. sought out the town manager to wheels are made of a type of Ma- “It’s an important part of our see what had happened to it. To hogany wood. Rather than bend- history as a town and as a coun- SOCCER her surprise, she found that the ing the wood to make the wheels, try, and to my own family”, says LEGAL PROBATE NOTICE wheels on the cannon had rotted a virtually lost art in our world, Barbara Luckey as she reflects on THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE out and therefore the town could- D’Etcheverry cut the wood using why she spent just under $2,000 REGISTRATION st 1 Circuit - Probate Division - Lancaster n’t display the cannon. Hearing a band saw and turned the spokes dollars recreating the wheels for 07/22/2011 thru 08/02/2011 this, she told the town manager and spindle using a lade. After the cannon. All thanks to Luckey Forms available at the Whitefield Town Office APPOINTMENT OF FIDUCIARIES that she knew a carpenter who turning the spindle and spokes, and her family’s connection to the Notice is hereby given that the following fiduciar- might be able to fix the cannon, he used a hand tool called a spoke cannon, the community can retain Cost Per Child: ies have been duly appointed by the Judge of Probate for Coös County. John D’Etcheverry. D’Etcheverry shave to give them the appear- its local landmark. All persons having claims against these dece- Resident: Non-Resident: dents are requested to exhibit them for adjustment Preschool – $15.00 Preschool – $20.00 and all indebted to make payment. Bergquist, Jack Michael, late of Dalton, NH. JCC Give-Away K-2 – $20.00 K-2 – $25.00 Nancy J. Rexford, 194 French Road, Dalton, Grades 3-6 – $25.00 Grades 3-6 – $30.00 NH 03598. #314- 2011-ET-00157 JEFFERSON — The 3rd Annual tors, or computers. Please bag day, August 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Black, RoseAnne L., late of Whitefield, NH. JCC Give-Away will be held on Au- the items and label, as in girls size Wednesday, August 17, 10 a.m. to Malinda Black, P. O. Box 624, Lincoln, NH gust 19 and 20. Items can be 10. Large items or furniture are a 7 p.m.; and Thursday, August 18, Make checks payable to: 03251. #314-2011-ET- 00167 Haynes, Jeffrey Michael, late of Groveton, NH. dropped at the Jefferson Christ- possibility but require prior no- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Whitefield Recreation Dept. Jean K. Haynes, 14 Lombard Street, Colebrook, ian Church during specific hour- tice by calling Lynne Notari 586- Give-Away hours are Friday, NH 03576. #314-2011-ET-00162 son Monday through Thursday, 4365. August 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Scholarships available upon request for residents. Robinson, Dorothy L., late of Stark, NH. Kevin O'Leary, 65 Molly Brook Drive, Stark, NH August 15-18. The church is lo- The Give-Away is meant for and from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, * Deadline for sign-ups is Tuesday, September 13th. 03582. #314-2011- ET-00144 cated in the IOOF Hall across from anyone and everyone to attend. August 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dated: 08/09/2011 the Town Hall in Jefferson. The Those items that are too good for NO EXCEPTIONS! Terri L. Peterson, Clerk Give-Away accepts items that one the dump but are no longer need- Groveton would consider giving to a friend ed by their current owners will — no stains, rips or signs of heavy bless someone else. So come and wear, no smelly shoes, and no in- partake, either by giving or re- High School CHARITY AUCTION appropriate material in book or ceiving, or both. Saturday August 20, 10AM CD or video form. Also, do not Drop-off hours are Monday, seeks support bring electronics — tvs, moni- August 15, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tues- Under the Tent at Centennial Park from Alumni GROVETON— Groveton High Downtown Lancaster, NH Waystack School is seeking support from Personal Injury its Alumni in order to raise mon- Auction items: sofas, chairs, bunk beds, tanning bed, antique tools, collectible stamps, antique doll Frizzell ey to purchase a marquee sign for the front of the building. The suitcase, box lots of collectibles, kitchen furniture, prints, mirrors, lamps, glassware, live trees and Trial Lawyers Law sign will help give Groveton shrubs, weed trimmer, lift tickets, wood pellets, collectible art books, 1935 edition Monopoly Game High School a great presence on and much, much more. Route 3, providing a place to (603)237-8322 • (800)479-3884 post information about the Silent Auction: over $5000 worth of items donated by local businesses including gift certificates to school and upcoming events. If local eateries, professional services from attorneys, dentists and massage therapist, gas cards, grocery www.waystackfrizzell.com class treasurers and class pres- cards, savings bonds, on-line newspaper subscriptions, golf outings, movie tickets, discounts for idents from previously graduat- local service providers, and the list continues to grow! ed classes would like to make a donation from their class treas- YARD SALE STARTS AT 8:00 AM $1.00/Pot ury, it would help toward the Pottery, dishes, glassware, vases, games books, lamps, holiday décor, goal of purchasing the marquee. books, video tapes, collectables, and much, much more! Perennials Call Pierre Couture at 636-1619 Refreshments Provided by Lions Club of Lancaster with any questions. GREAT SELECTION &PRICES: Perennials, Blueberry Auctioneers: Gomer Powell • Mike Kopp • Steve Bissonnette Bushes, Raspberries, Apple Trees & Much More! Transportation of goods donated by: Normandeau Trucking 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily SULLIVAN GREENHOUSES SUPPORTERS: Life Everlasting Farm, Rte. 135, 268 Elm Street • Leo Enos Landscaping • Kilkenny Building • FB Spaulding • Boy Scouts 2 1/2 miles from downtown Lancaster • 603-788-2034 • Many members of our local community Thank you for supporting family farms AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A9 ••• Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation presents variety of programs in August

By Eileen Regen

BETHLEHEM — August events at Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation (BHC) include re- ligious services for Shabbat, for the day of mourning the de- struction of the Second Temple, and for the day of joy celebrat- ing love and marriage. Guest speaker Geoffrey Brahmer will visit with another of his well-re- searched Holocaust presenta- tions. Congregation, family and guests will gather to celebrate the joy of Ari Zanger’s bar mitz- vah at 3 p.m., on Saturday, Au- gust 20. All services and events are open to the community. Community Prayers for Peace and Healing, a short af-

COURTESY PHOTO ternoon service every Tuesday, From the sky, Santa's corn maze welcomes the public to the county farm and festival on Sept. 17. begins at 5:30 p.m. and is fol- lowed by an informal soup and sharing time. Please contact Cantor Marlena Fuerstman ([email protected]) to sign Santa’s tree farm COURTESY PHOTO up to be a facilitator and/or to A typical photo in wedding albums is of the bride’s and groom’s hands bring a pot of vegetarian soup. resting on the ketubah. Shabbat services are on Fri- “explodes” in North Country day evenings at 7:30 p.m. and toward each other and their the BHC classroom at 6 p.m. on By Zoe Alcantara popularity. spread out to point them in the Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. family. It is a tradition over 2000 Friday, August 26. This story of Contributing writer “It exploded,” owner and op- right direction. Services for the holy day of years old. New customs sur- the Lodz Ghetto covers the pe- STEWARTSTOWN- Starting erator of Santa’s tree farm, Santamaria started this Tisha B’Av, which commemo- rounding the ketubah include riod from 1939 to 1945. Through Sept. 17, the first Coos County David Santamaria said, “we re- maze to help continue a family rates the destruction of the Sec- the bride and groom designing images, historical documents, Harvest Festival will be held for ally didn’t think it would get farm, “there’s not many left.” He ond Temple in 70 BCE, will begin their own document and adding diaries and survivors’ testi- six weeks including a corn maze this big, everyone’s talking retired from his Boston para- at 8:30 p.m. on Monday, August their personal pledges to the monies, Brahmer shows life in and county fair festival on the about it.” medic career to keep the farm 8, with the Book of Lamenta- traditional text. the Nazi-controlled Polish ghet- weekends. The maze was under spe- alive, and came out with this. tions chanted in a solemn can- The BHC Ketubah Exhibit to. The presentation utilizes Festival events will include a cialized architecture and a cer- Santamaria is not only keeping dlelight service. Tisha B’Av opens with a reception at 5 p.m. photographs of Mendel Gross- lobster bake, pig roast, pony tain planting pattern was creat- a business running but bringing services continue at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, August 12, in the man and Henryk Ross, Jewish rides, helicopter rides, a vol- ed for an intricate and chal- an “agricultural adventure” to on Tuesday, August 9. Abraham Goldstone Memorial photographers in the ghetto; leyball tournament every Satur- lenging design. Although some those who have never gotten From the period of mourning, Library at the BHC Synagogue, and provides excerpts from day, fireworks, a flashlight walk details were confidential, San- the experience, or to bring it the congregation will move into 39 Strawberry Hill Road, Bethle- ghetto diaries of Dawid Sier- through the maze at night, and tamaria explained each corn back to those who have. the mood of joy for Tu B’Av, to hem. Each ketubah will be dis- akowiak, a young typhus victim, more. stalk was evenly spaced for lit- “It’s very family oriented,” celebrate the biblical holiday of played with a wedding photo Oskar Rosenfeld, a well-known The construction of the corn tle room to cut through. To help Santamaria said, and is some- love and matchmaking on Au- and details of the wedding day. writer from Prague, Rabbi Josef maze took about six months to a person through the eight acre thing everyone can enjoy. The gust 15. On this day, young men This unique exhibit will last Zelkowicz, and Dr. Arnold finish, and led to unexpected maze, agriculture questions are festival will end Oct. 23. and women dress in their finest through mid-October: Satur- Mostowicz. Les Vrai Riches, a di- to look for their life partners and days, Sundays, and Mondays, ary written in four languages by families arrange marriages. 9:30 a.m. to noon; Friday an unknown young author, pro- Highlighting the Tu B’Av cel- evenings 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and vides further documentation. Wetherbee accepted at WMCC ebration at BHC is the long- by appointment. Through the eyes, ears and re- Amanda Wetherbee has been Wetherbee is a 2011 graduate of sort in Jefferson as Miss Sleepy awaited BHC Family Ketubah Ex- Shabbat services begin at flections of these eyewitnesses, accepted in the Early Childhood White Mountain Regional High Time and at Safe Haven in Lan- hibit. A ketubah, a Jewish wed- 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 13. most who were murdered, the Education program at White School. She participated in FEA, caster as a staff member. She is ding contract signed by the Special blessings will be show- tale is told of the Lodz Ghetto Mountains Community College yearbook and FCCLA. She is cur- the daughter of Belinda Wether- bride and groom just before the ered on Stanley and Rhoda with all of its dilemmas, chal- for the academic year 2011. rently employed at Lantern Re- bee of Lancaster. wedding ceremony in the pres- Sakowitz in honor of their 50th lenges, tragedy and suffering. ence of clergy and family, may wedding anniversary. Following Members invite community be a plain or ornately embel- services, at 11:45 a.m., will be a friends to participate in all of Veterans Conference coming to Berlin lished document, usually in Brunch & Learn gathering with the programs. No admission is both Aramaic or Hebrew, and BERLIN — The North Coun- Guard looks like in our state. have an opportunity to tour the a talk by world-renowned Pro- charged for any of the gather- English — or the local language. try Veterans Conference is com- Robert Walton, Director of Mobile Vet Center, which will be fessor Edwin Seroussi, “Ancient ings at BHC. For further infor- The marriage contract is writ- ing to Berlin on Friday, Sept. 30, the White River Junction (WRJ) located in the parking lot of the Hebrew Love Poetry.” The mation, contact Cantor Marlena ten to protect the rights of the at the Berlin Armory. The theme VA Medical Center will also be Berlin Armory. This 39 foot mo- potluck lunch is vegetarian. Fuerstman at 869-5465 or mar- bride throughout the marriage, of this year’s conference is Cel- presenting, and will be joined by tor coach, with space for confi- Geoffrey Brahmer, M.Div., [email protected]. Alternate con- as well as to define the wife’s ebrating Generations, and is many members of his staff. This dential counseling, carries Vet presents his extraordinary pro- tact is Eileen Regen at 823-7711 and husband’s responsibilities open to all veterans, service WRJ VA Team will be available Center counselors and outreach gram, Lamentation for Lodz, in or [email protected]. members and their families, as throughout the day to answer workers to provide non-medical well as agencies and organiza- any questions on enrollment, readjustment counseling, ad- tions who serve — or want to mental health services, home- dressing the social and eco- McVetty earns CPA certification serve — the North Country Vet- lessness and other services for nomic dimensions of post-war eran Community. veterans from all eras. Pastor needs. LANCASTER — On Monday, countant and advisor whose an integral part of the firm’s fu- This event will include a David Canter, a combat Vietnam Continental breakfast and July 18, Michelle McVetty of Lan- clients really enjoy working with ture.” keynote presentation from Ma- Veteran will speak about “Sur- lunch are free. During lunch, at- caster earned her certification her and value her counsel,” com- A Lancaster native, Michelle jor General William Reddel III, viving the Experience,” and will tendees can visit the table dis- as a Certified Public Accountant mented Donald Crane, one of the is the daughter of Scott and Adjutant General for the NH Na- be joined by his wife Linda. plays, begin VA enrollment, take in the State of New Hampshire. firm’s partners. “We are excep- Marie Forbes, and she, her hus- tional Guard. Over 800 National A Generational Panel will a tour of the Mobile Vet Center, Michelle successfully completed tionally proud of Michelle’s ac- band Eric, and their black lab Ab- Guard members will be return- share personal experiences, as or enjoy their lunch while lis- the rigorous, nationally-uniform, complishment, and regard her as by live now in South Lancaster. ing this fall from the largest de- well as how they secured help tening to the Bodacious Babes, four-part exam earlier this year. ployment in the history of the and services. Over 20 military performing a diverse selection Michelle has been employed Benefit of Benton Lodge #88 NH National Guard. This confer- and civilian agencies will pro- of patriotic songs. at Crane & Bell, CPAs, in Lan- ence will help educate individu- vide table displays on resources The Berlin Vet Center, Long caster since January 2009, work- Scholarship Fund als on the roles and responsibil- for veterans and their families. Term Care Partners, NH Ameri- ing closely with area small busi- ities of the National Guard, as During the registration peri- can Legion, NH Department of nesses, municipalities, and indi- Annual Lobster/Steak Feed well as what the NH National od and lunch, attendees will Health and Human Services, NH viduals to help them with their National Guard and White River accounting, tax, and financial August 20, 2011 • 4:00 to 7:00 PM Junction VA Medical Center are analysis needs. She graduated in At the Guild Hall, Guildhall, Vt December 2008 from Plymouth The 2011 fall flower bulb partnering together to present Baked Potato, Corn on the Cob, this conference. State University with a bache- There is no cost to attend, lor’s degree in accounting, after Cole Slaw and Drink sale is going on now but registration is required. To having graduated from White Lobster $20 • Steak $20 • Combo $35 The brochures for the fall bulb To request a brochure call 603- register, call 1-800-852-3345, ex- Mountains Regional High School sale have been printed and are 788-4651, ext 102 or e-mail di- tension 4301 or email Sue at in June 2005. ready to go. This year, the Coös [email protected]. Be [email protected]. “Michelle is a terrific ac- 50th Anniversary Celebration for Ray and Diane Holt County Conservation District is sure to spell the last name clear- Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Holt were honored offering 12 different varieties of ly and leave a mailing address on Feb. 26th at the White Mountain Chalet tulips along with crocus, daf- when leaving a phone message or to celebrate their 50th wedding anniver- fodil/narcissi, hyacinth, and alli- e-mail a request for a brochure. sary. They were married on July 30, 1960 at the Milan Methodist Church. Mr. Holt was um to ensure that everyone will Orders must be prepaid and re- your local “Well Driller” for many years. have a very vibrant spring. ceived by Friday, Sept. 16. The Chalet was filled to capacity with friends, relatives and family from NH to Alaska. The Holts had four children: Melinda who married Steve Enman; Chris who married Heidi Rand; Julie Glover; and Timothy, who passed away March 29, 1987. They have seven grandchildren: Dan, Luke, and Ethan Enman; Whitney Holt; and Meagan, Sadie and Tim Glover. The Berlin Jazz Band played and was enjoyed by all. Linda Leveque accompanied by Melinda Enman sang, “I Love You Truly” which was sung at their wedding. The family sang “Amazing Grace” and spoke individually. Steve Enman was m.c., with Diane and Ray giving the final speech thanking everyone for joining them on this special occasion, and mostly thanking God for being the center of their mar- riage, and the many blessings He has bestowed upon them. The beautiful cake was made by Ruthie Dandeneau and decorated by Lynn Bacon. Mary Ann LeTarte and daughter Gabby tended the guest book. Laura Towle tended the food tables. Peggy Jones catered the hot dishes. Many thanks to The Chalet, all who made the food, or took part in any way to make this such a wonderful occasion, and a special thanks to the many friends and family who came to join our celebra- [email protected] tion. A10 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Lancaster District Accidents, arrests, and an untimely death By Isaac Caswell, parked vehicle causing minor caused minor damages to of Lancaster was charged with Contributing writer damages but no one reported Gonyaw’s vehicle and no one re- simple assault and was released Court busy with any injuries. ported any injuries. on $350 PR bail. On August 8 at 12:00 p.m. an On August 13 at 11:00 a.m. On August 15 at 2:15 a.m. Grif- Gregory Thul, a 51-year-old drunk driving cases accident between Fred Wissner, Robert Dupuis, 85 of Whitefield, fin Roy, 17 of Dalton, was truck driver from the state of 84 of Bronx, New York, and Ed- reportedly hit a shopping cart charged for driving while intoxi- Minnesota, was found dead be- ward Comeau of Whitefield oc- while attempting to park his car cated. Roy is set to appear in hind the wheel of his vehicle at By Jonathan Benton al fight with Jessica Collins and [email protected] curred in the Lancaster Shaw‘s in the Lancaster Shaw’s parking court on September 28 and was Munce’s Truck Stop on Route 2. was fined $155. An additional parking lot. Wissner was at- lot; the cart then proceed into released to his parents on $750 Thul, according to Lancaster Po- LANCASTER — Judge Paul charge of criminal mischief for tempting to park in parking the vehicle of Michael Gonyaw PR bail. lice, suffered a medical, possible Desjardins presided over the Au- hitting Collins’ windshield with a space when he stuck Comeau’s of St. Johnsbury, Vt. The cart On August 12 Donald Cass, 40 heart, issue and died. gust 10 proceedings at Lancaster floor jack was placed on file with- District Court in which four drunk out finding on the condition of driving cases were handled one year good behavior. amongst others. A charge of reckless operation Rick Bell, 33 of Berlin, was in the parking lot at All Star Shine found guilty of driving under the Car Wash against Jessica Collins, influence in excess alcohol con- 20 of Lancaster, was placed on file centration and for transporting without finding on the conditions an open container of alcohol. An of one year good behavior and 40 additional charge of aggravated hours of community service. driving while intoxicated was dis- A charge of following a vehicle missed. His license was revoked too closely against Omar Gomez, for 90 days and he was fined a to- 41 of Sprinfield, Mass., was placed tal of $755. on file without finding on the con- Gary Nicholson, 56 of Grove- dition of six months good behav- ton, had his license revoked for ior and completion of a defensive nine months and was fined $620 driving course within 30 days. for aggravated driving while in- Brian Humes, 40 of Whitefield, toxicated. was found guilty of disorderly Aaron Bonta, 17 of Whitefield, conduct for fighting in the Mirror was fined $620 and license was Lake parking lot with Scott revoked for 12 months for driving Howard and Amber Rahn. Humes under the influence in excess al- was sentenced to the House of cohol concentration. Corrections for 53 days of which Pamela Wheeler, 43 of Grove- he had pretrial credit for. An ad- ton, had her license revoked for ditional charge of disorderly con- nine months and was fined $620 duct was dismissed and a charge for driving under the influence in of simple assault was placed on excess alcohol concentration. file without finding on the condi- Tyler Rancloes, 17 of Cole- tion of one year good behavior. brook, was fined $372 for trans- Mary Davis, 46 of Whitefield, portation of alcoholic beverages was also found guilty of disorder- by a minor: seven 12 ounce bot- ly conduct for fighting at Mirror tles of Bud Light beer. Lake and sentenced to the House HISTORIC PHOTO, UNKNOWN PHOTOGRAPHER This photograph, purchased on eBay by David Govatski of Jefferson who then scanned the slide, depicts a railroad enthusiasts’ trip in 1968 Robert Hood, 54 of Berlin, was of Corrections for 53 days of on the Maine Central Line to Waumbek Junction near Cherry Pond in Jefferson. Note the freight house and red ball signal. fined $155 for being a passenger which she had pretrial credit for. in a vehicle with an open con- An additional charge of disorder- tainer of alcohol. ly conduct was dismissed and a Jeremy Yeargle, 17 of Lisbon, charge of simple assault was was fined $372 for unlawful pos- placed on file without finding on session of alcohol by a minor. the condition of one year good A charge of issuing a bad behavior. check of $84.44 to Munce’s Kon- A charge of speeding for driv- venience Store against Crystal ing 45 mph in a 30 mph zone Beaucage, 24 of Groveton, was against Dana Dorman, 49 of placed on file without finding on Brookline, was dismissed. the condition of one year good Chad Forbush, 19 of Milan, behavior. was fined $103.33 for failing to David Benson, 23 of Chester, yield to a pedestrian in a cross- was fined $310 for reckless oper- walk. ation. Mary Ellen Gorta, 42 of White- George Marsh, 40 of Littleton, field, was found guilty of crimi- was fined $310 for driving after nally trespassing on the apart- revocation or suspension. ment residence of Victor Knight Robert Lebreton, 23 of Brock- and Sara Lamoureaux. Gorta was ton, Mass., was fined $310 for fined $336 of which $150 was sus- driving after revocation or sus- pended on the condition of one pension. year good behavior. Additional A charge of having an unli- charges of simple assault and dis- censed dog against Gregory orderly conduct were placed on Odell, 51 of Dalton, was dis- file without finding. missed. Jacob Marshall, 19 of Grove- Sarah Overton, 19 of Dalton, ton, was fined $310 for driving af- was fined $124 for allowing an im- ter revocation or suspension of proper person to operate a vehi- his license. cle. Michelle Montgomery, 34 of A charge of having an unli- Groveton, was fined $310 for theft censed dog against Daniel Recor, of services for spending three 46 of Dalton, was dismissed. nights at the Lancaster Motor Inn Kristy Begin, 30 of Lancaster, without paying the bill. Mont- was fined $930 on charges of con- gomery also has to pay a $114.62 tempt of bail and simple assault restitution. for scratching Ben Cass in the James O’Neil, 35 of Gonic, was neck with her finger nails. An ad- found guilty of issuing a bad ditional simple assault charge in check of $745 to Rod’s Used Car that case was dismissed. Against and Service Center. O’Neil was Canaan summer school students get outside education Begin there was also an unrelat- fined $560 of which $250 was sus- ed charge of simple assault for pended on the condition of one CANAAN, Vt. — This past members with the Vermont chap- into groups of two and were each agencies and students on both engaging in a mutually consensu- year good behavior. week, students from the Canaan ter of the Nature Conservancy, assigned a different species — sides of the Connecticut River, a School’s summer school pro- brought their knowledge, enthu- knotweed, barberry, goutweed, coalition called the Northern gram were able to get outside siasm and loppers to the Town of honeysuckle and garlic mustard Connecticut River Cooperative and make an enormous differ- Canaan. Kathryn and the stu- — to draw and learn facts about. Invasive Species Management ence in the fight against invasive dents began the afternoon in the The students then presented Area has been recently formed. species, such as Japanese classroom, looking at samples of their findings to one another; The coalition focuses on control Knotweed. Many of science plants, many of which had been plant characteristics, habits and of the introduction and spread of teacher Philip Smith’s fourteen picked locally. The students the like, before heading outside non-native invasive plants, ani- 5th-9th grade students had seen learned about invasive species for the real work of the day. mals, and insects, and education invasive plant species, often in general — ‘What IS an invasive Led by Kathryn, Donia and of the public is a great way to growing in their own backyards, species?’ — why these plants are Tamara Colten Stevens of the Es- start. With demonstration proj- but had not had a name or asso- a threat to our native plants and sex County Natural Resources ects, educational events, a re- ciation to put to them. animals, and the characteristics Conservation District (ECNRCD), porting database, management On Tuesday, Kathryn Bomey that invasive species share. Fol- the group made its way to the plans, and the support of towns, and Donia Price, AmeriCorps lowing, the students were split banks of Leach Stream with lop- groups, and individuals, the pers in hand, and enthusiastical- coalition hopes to, with the as- ly tackled a large patch of sistance of students from knotweed behind the waste- Canaan, make a significant con- Dance Images Dance Studio! water treatment plant. While the tribution to the long-term health students hacked enthusiastical- of the Northern Connecticut Riv- REGISTER NOW! ly, they were reminded about er watershed. why the work they were doing The Essex County NRCD of- was so important and how the fers a resource to landowners, – Starting Sept. 17 – Contact: eradication of just this one patch farmers, schools and businesses YOGA Ashley Reardon-Packard would make a difference to the through their efforts with river Every Saturday 8-9 AM Address: river banks and forests down- assessment, agriculture, educa- $6 • Walk-ins Welcome stream. Invasive species such as tion and other community con- 176 Main Street Canaan’s knotweed have a detri- servation projects. Through ex- Lancaster, NH 03584 mental environmental and eco- tensive partnerships with local, Introducing nomic effect on our landscape state and federal agencies, the Phone: and easily move into our forests ECNRCD coordinates existing re- CARRIE 1-603-616-4848 and fields. It is the native species sources on a local level to ensure Email: that provide sustenance to birds environmental quality and sup- LONG and animals, contribute to a port the integrity of land use New Ballet Teacher [email protected] healthy, diverse ecosystem and practices in Essex County. For for ages 9-18 Website: assist in slowing erosion along additional information on inva- river and stream bank, not the in- sive species or any of the other www.danceimagesbyashley.com vasives. offerings of the ECNRCD, people ––––––––––––– Ages 3 to Adults ––––––––––––– With energies contributed by may call Tamara at (802) 748- BALLET • MODERN/LYRICAL • JAZZ • HIP HOP interested citizens, non-profit or- 3885 ext. 114 or email TAP & COMPETITION TEAMS! ganizations, federal and state [email protected]. AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A11 ••• New Jobs expected when plastic reuse company comes to Colebrook COLEBROOK – At least 25 jobs co to remove all the equipment are expected to be created within and materials from the building. the next year thanks to a new com- Much of the equipment has al- pany opening in Colebrook. ready been moved to the former Plastimo Inc., a New Hamp- Manchester Manufacturing build- shire Corporation created in June, ing for storage. A large glove ma- has come to an agreement with chine and an eyedropper making Rex Jacobsma to purchase a 14- machine are scheduled to be acre site with a 110,000-square- moved at the end of the month, foot industrial building located at with a hoped for closing date on 23 Gould Street. The new enter- the purchase in September. prise is owned by Montreal entre- With some initial orders al- preneur Mohammed El Fehdi, ready in hand from Ms. Baumier’s plastics recycling entrepreneur plastics recycling plant in Granby, Climbing for a cause — hiker to scale state's 4,000 Julie Baumier and local business- the Colebrook factory will start man Rick Tillotson. Mr. El Fehdi processing plastic material for has business interests in Quebec, them with some special equip- footers to raise money and awareness of refugee needs Vietnam, and Dubai. Ms. Baumier ment due to arrive after the clos- MANCHESTER — On Thursday, “After trampling around the several long weekends. their own pledges, or by becoming has a plastics recycling business ing. El Fehdi, Baumier and Tillot- Sept. 1, Manchester resident Dan White Mountains for a decade, I “The point here is not to simply a sponsor and pledging directly to in Granby, Quebec. son will be combining their assets, Szczesny will set off on what he decided to put my worn boots to bum around the mountains all the cause. “I decided to locate the expan- knowledge and creativity to start hopes to be a 30 day hiking cam- good use,” he said. “This time I'll month,” Szczesny said. “I wanted Major pledge donors and spon- sion of my business in Colebrook and expand this new company in paign to raise money and aware- be climbing with a cause.” it to be a challenge, and to show sors for the September 48 Cam- in large part because of the out- Colebrook. ness of a local non-profit in his city. Last October, he and his wife folks that hiking and climbing can paign include Platinum Sponsor standing treatment and follow up “I hope this gives our region He will attempt to scale all 48 of Meena spent a month in Nepal be an activity anyone can pursue. Anagnost Companies and Gold from the state’s economic devel- some optimism for the future, per- New Hampshire's 4,000 foot moun- trekking to Everest Base Camp and With Meena’s car spotting and lo- Sponsor HippoPress, as well as opment team as well as the facili- haps even a new beginning for this tains in one month's time. The ef- climbing 18,250 foot Kala Patthar. gistical support, I’m sure I can ac- many individual sponsors. ty’s close proximity to our Gran- region of the State.” said Tillot- fort will be on behalf of the Holy This year they wanted to do some- complish this goal!” “The September 48 Campaign by facility and my home in Mon- son. “I can’t say enough about the Cross Family Learning Center, a thing closer to home so they or- A website is set up to give sup- correlates with the hurdles that tréal,” said Mohammed. “But for important help we have received non-profit whose volunteers teach ganized what they are calling the porters easy access to pledge to- the refugees must overcome with the critical assistance from Beno from the NH Economic Develop- ESL to immigrants and refugees September 48 Campaign. ward the campaign's goal, and great effort and tenacity,” said Dick Lamontagne, Michael Bergeron ment team and how that assis- trying to build a new life for them- (www.september48.com) Szczesny said the site will be up- Anagnost, “like the ambitious and even George Bald from the tance is allowing us to move selves in the Granite State. The rules are simple. Tag each dated every day in September to climbers.” Anagnost Companies New Hampshire Division of Eco- ahead and start this exciting new An avid New England hiker, summit according to the princi- help sponsors and supporters has pledged $100 per peak to the nomic Development, I would not venture.” Mr. Tillotson has not Szczesny is a member of the AMC's ples set forth by the AMC. Ridge keep track of the quest. Support- campaign. have considered making this been connected with Tillotson 4,000-footer club and runs a travel traverses count. Trams, cars and ers can help by hiking with Szczes- Go to the website www.sep- move to New Hampshire.” Corporation management or op- and hiking website called ekpad- bikes do not. Further, he's not go- ny and helping raise their own tember48.com for more informa- Another important factor in El erations since he publicly spoke ventures.com. ing to take the full month off, only money for this cause by gathering tion and to find out how to pledge. Fehdi’s decision is the partner- against the sale of the Balsams to ship with Rick Tillotson who owns Ocean Properties. He was re- former balloon manufacturer, moved as a director of the com- Tillotson Dipped Products Co., pany in June. “I feel bad about FCI-Berlin job seeker information sessions Inc., and with his brother Tom, a many of the decisions that have COLEBROOK — The Northern rectional Institution in Berlin, the local commuting area. We en- that they deliver a clear, consis- former glove and auto parts man- been made in the last year,” he New Hampshire Talent Team will New Hampshire: FCI-Berlin. Con- courage people interested in em- tent, and accurate message. ufacturer, Healthco, LLC. Both said, “but, in my continuing role present a free employment infor- struction is complete at FCI- ployment with the Bureau of Pris- Anyone interested in attend- companies formerly operated in as a Trustee of the Neil Tillotson mation session on Tuesday, Au- Berlin and the facility is now ons to attend.” ing the Job Information session the Dixville factory building which Trust, I remain committed to ful- gust 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the awaiting activation. The Northern New Hampshire should contact Tamara Allen, belongs to Tillotson Corporation. filling his wishes that the assets of Colebrook Elementary School. “Now is the time to prepare if Talent Team includes organiza- White Mountains Community The Tillotson’s lease for the his Trust go to benefit the people The two-hour session will include you are interested in working for tions and individuals from across College at 752-1113 ext. 3062, or Dixville facility was canceled by and communities of this North presentations from representa- the Bureau of Prisons” said Mark the region who are working col- at [email protected]. For more Tillotson Corporation in 2008, in Country region.” tives of New Hampshire Employ- Belanger, New Hampshire Em- laboratively to help prepare the information about contracting preparation for selling the hotel. The company intends to apply ment Security, The Gorham Fam- ployment Security Manager, “the workforce for employment op- with the government, go to Because Ocean Properties for a community development ily Resource Center, and White new facility will have 320 to 340 portunities, help prepare busi- http://nheconomy.com/prison.as planned to demolish the factory, block grant to assist in the pur- Mountains Community College positions; of those, approximate- nesses for contracting opportu- px. in order to accommodate the chase of capital equipment and focusing on employment oppor- ly 200 are projected to be hired nities, and help spread the word For information about govern- prospective buyer, Tillotson Cor- hopes to begin production this tunities at the new Federal Cor- from the qualified applicants in about the project while ensure ment jobs go to www.bop.gov. poration contracted with Health- Fall. Dining Entertainment

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Remax Northern Edge Realty www.teamner.com COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A13 ••• News from The White Mountain National Forest Weeks Act Centennial Festival was a great success CAMPTON — The White that the White Mountain Na- Mountain National Forest tional Forest is here today, pro- would like to thank all the ex- viding clean water, wildlife hibitors, partners, artists, and habitat, outdoor recreation, volunteers, for participating in forest products, and many oth- the July 29 Weeks Act Centen- er unique opportunities.” nial Festival. Your enthusiasm For those who were unable and energy truly made the fes- to attend the festival, the tival a success and we appreci- Weeks Act made the creation ate your presence. of the National Forests east of The event — commemorat- the Mississippi River possible. ing the 100th anniversary of This landmark piece of conser- the Weeks Act — attracted sev- vation legislation helped to eral hundred people — and create 41 National Forests in over 50 retirees — to the base the Eastern United States. of the Mount Washington Auto The Society for Protection Road to learn more about the of NH Forests, Appalachian National Forest, wood prod- Mountain Club, NH Depart- ucts, outdoor safety, water, and ment of Resources and Eco- much more. Music, story- nomic Development, Plymouth telling, and historical interpre- State University, Weeks State tations were entertaining and Park Association, Arts Alliance educational. Demonstrations of Northern New Hampshire, from expert wood workers ex- the New Hampshire Timber- hibiting their crafts were major land Owners Association, ‘Songs for a Summer Night’ highlights along with the hands members of the Weeks family, on activities in the Family Pavil- and the White Mountain Na- ion. tional Forest, will be providing “Having all our partners and several more activities and cel- concert set for August 20 friends in conservation and ebrations for the Weeks Act tourism along with the great Centennial throughout the rest LANCASTER — Franconia- State University. Before moving Flutist Molly Tobin studied Point Park University in Pitts- group of retirees join us in this of the year. You can find a cur- born soprano Victoria Cole and back to the North Country, she Flute Performance with Wendy burgh, Pa. He immigrated to the event was a clear statement of rent list of events at www.week- Russian pianist Sergey sang with opera companies such Mehne at Ithaca College, where U.S. in 1995 from his native Russia the legacy of the Weeks Act and slegacy.org. For more informa- Marchukov, joined by flutist Molly as Tri-Cities Opera, Pittsburgh she graduated with a degree in Mu- where he studied at the Voronezh the White Mountain National tion on the White Mountain Na- Tobin, will give a concert of music Opera Theatre, and the Pittsburgh sic Education. After beginning her State Academy of the Arts, where Forest,” reflected Forest Super- tional Forest, visit for voice, flute, and piano on Sat- Savoyards. Most recently she ap- career in Connecticut, she moved his major teacher was Mr. V. visor Thomas Wagner. “It’s in www.fs.fed.us/r9/white or call urday, August 20 at 7 p.m. at St peared on the Wolfeboro Friends to the North Country, where she Khananaev. He is active as a large part due to the Weeks Act 536-6100. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Lan- of Music Series. She has sung as has been teaching instrumental soloist, teacher, accompanist, and caster. soloist at the Berkshire Music Fes- lessons, Band, General Music and chamber musician in the Pitts- The concert includes an Italian tival, the Pittsburgh Festival Or- Chorus in a variety of local burgh area. cantata by Handel, songs by Rim- chestra and Shadyside Music Fes- schools. She continues to be an Suggested donation for the sky-Korsakov, Tchaikovsky, and tival under the baton of Robert active musician in the surround- concert is $10 for adults. St. Paul’s de Falla as well as piano music by Page. She maintains an active ing communities, both in ensem- Episcopal is handicapped-acces- Liszt and Prokofiev. teaching studio in Franconia and bles and as a soloist. sible. Ample parking provided. For Victoria Cole, soprano, serves serves as Music Director of the Pianist Sergey Marchukov is further information, call Victoria on the voice faculty of Plymouth Franconia Community Church. currently on the music faculty of Cole at 823-8125. Stratford Public School news It’s hard to believe, but it’s come back and introduction to your family may qualify for ei- Free Books Give-Away. Please be time for school to start. The first our new staff members. Children ther free or reduced-rate lunch sure to explore our school build- day of school for the 2011-2012 will be given an — must be returned to the ing and classrooms with your School Year is Tuesday, August information/forms packet to be school by Tuesday, Sept. 6. Call children. Teachers will be in 31. taken home. Please take a few the school at 922-3387 with any their classrooms eagerly await- All students should be at minutes to review the informa- questions. ing students and parents. school each school day by 7:50 tion with your child(ren) and al- There will be no school on Fri- Please be sure to check out a.m. Learning begins at 8 a.m. so to complete all necessary day, Sept. 2 and Monday, Sept. 5. our web site at www.sau58.org. School dismissal time is 2:40 forms. Completed forms, includ- Our school’s Open House will be Just click on the link to our p.m. ing S.A.F.E Form, Insurance Form held Thursday, Sept. 8. Commu- school. There you will find the On the first day of school at and Request for Free or Reduced nity Free Dinner will be held at 5 school calendar, link to student opening bell, all students are to Lunch Form — please be sure to p.m., followed by a Reader in grades, menu, daily notices and report to the Gym for a brief wel- complete and return this form as Residence Guest Speaker and much, much more. Wedding — Jessica Dobson Weathervane’s Gala Summer Party returns and Nicholas Bisson WHITEFIELD — On Sunday, Bode Miller jacket, and more BERLIN — Jessica Dobson as best man. Ushers were August 21, the Weathervane’s promise items for everyone. and Nicholas Bisson were Justin Grande of Berlin, David Summer Party offers entertain- The event begins at 5:30 p.m. married on June 16, 2011, at Roberts, uncle of the groom, ment, refreshments, and a wide in and around the Weathervane the White Mountain Chalet in of Berlin and Daniel Dobson, selection of silent and live auc- Theatre on Route 3 in Whitefield. Berlin. Justice of the Peace brother of the bride, of Jef- tion items in a gala fundraiser Tickets and information are Patrick Kelly performed the ferson. for the North Country’s profes- available at 837-9322 or double ring ceremony. A reception catered by sional summer theatre. www.weathervanetheatre.org. The bride is the daughter Lloyd Murray of the White With thousands of dollars of of Ken and Barbara Dobson Mountain Chalet immediately donated gift, décor, and fasion RIGHT: of Jefferson. The groom is the followed the ceremony. items, the Theatre hopes to Serious fun: Weathervane’s son of Paula Roberts of Berlin Jessica attends White raise $25,000 in support of their Summer Party planning commit- and Denis Bisson of Berlin. Mountain Community college 46th summer in Whitefield. Ex- tee includes MJ Chanse, Lise Presented in marriage by where she is studying to be a travagant selections like a trip Moran, Beth Perlo, Karen her father, the bride was at- teacher and Nicholas has to St. Maarten’s, Rex Sox tickets Ernsberger, Karen Jostrom, tended by Paige Davidowics graduated from the mechan- and autographed ball, Pucci Moocho Salomon, John Wissler, of Jefferson as maid of honor. ics program at White Moun- dresses and designer acces- and Lore Dodge. The event in sup- Bridesmaids were Courtney tain Community College. sories, jewelry, and Mountain port of the Whitefield Theatre is Dickerman of Bethleham, The bride and groom are View Grand romance package scheduled for August 21, begin- Taylor Cameron of Jefferson both employees of Santa’s are offered along with gifts cer- ning at 5:30 p.m., and will feature and Amber Roberts, cousin of Village and they reside in Jef- tificates to more than 100 area food, silent and live auctions, and the groom, of Berlin. ferson. The couple is plan- restaurants and retailers. Plus, entertainment. Tickets and infor- Nathan Bisson, brother of ning a honeymoon cruise in Theatre memorabilia, antiques, mation: 837-9322. the groom, of Berlin, served August.

Connecticut River Artisan Group (CRAG) member Hans Klunder is the artist of the month at the Upper

Connecticut Valley Hospital (UCVH). The artist of the month is a collaborative effort of the UCVH and PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON CRAG and is funded by a grant from the Neil and Louise Tillotson fund of the New Hampshire The North Country Garden Club spruce up the flowerbed at Soldier’s Park in Lancaster after much of the Charitable Foundation. greenery had fallen victim to the recent hailstorm. A14 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT ••• Groveton High School News The first day of school for all be joining our staff in the sci- have been installed in class- students is August 30 at 8 a.m. ence department. She will be rooms. With this addition, all Sixth graders will report to room teaching Physical Science, core academic classrooms as 322, seventh graders report to Chemistry and Physics. She well as the Computer lab, Span- the Library, eight graders report earned her undergraduate de- ish, and Business rooms have to the cafeteria, and students in gree at Bates College and earned been outfitted with this new grades 9, 10 and 11 will report to a Masters Degree in Bio-Chem- technology. the gymnasium. Seniors are to istry from Montana State Uni- There will be a meeting for report to room 121. versity. She taught middle the parents of new students to This year we welcome Strat- school math and science at the our school on August 24 at 6 ford High School students to our Brighton Elementary School in p.m. in the Groveton High school. Our teachers, staff and Island Pond, Vt. before joining School library. All policies and administrators look forward to our staff. procedures will be reviewed meeting our new students and Parents and students are en- with parents and a tour of the are eager to begin the process of couraged to access information building will be given. orientating them to our school. about the school through our The guidance office will be The fall athletic season be- new website (www.SAU58.org) open beginning August 22 for gins on August 15 with practices and athletic schedules and students who need to register for boys and girls soccer. Please school event schedules may be for school or for those students call the school for starting accessed through the www.high- who have questions about their times. schoolsports.net website. Par- class schedules. This year, we have two new ents may gain access to their Students and parents are re- staff members coming to Grove- child’s grades through our web- minded that parking around the AHEAD awarded $450,000 grant to ton High School. Paul Choquette site as well. Login information high school is limited. You are from Enosburg Falls, Vt., will be to this site is available by con- encouraged to walk to school if renovate the McKee Inn in Lancaster replacing Karen Blodgett in high tacting Karen Conroy at 636- possible or car pool in order to school English. Mr. Choquette is 1619. avoid parking shortages. The LANCASTER — Recently, fund: Revolving loan funds for re- able to put the funds to immedi- a recent graduate of St. Groveton High School has parking lot across from the AHEAD was awarded a $450,000 habilitation lending for owner-oc- ate use. Michael’s College and is eager continued to add computer school has been designated by affordable housing grant to rehab cupied property; Rehab of resi- Demand for these funds far ex- to begin his career in education technology to our classrooms the town as a “permit only” park- the McKee Inn, a historic 35-unit dential rental housing currently ceeded the amount of funds avail- at Groveton High School. Linnzi and instruction. This summer ing lot for Groveton High School Section 8 senior housing proper- owned by local NeighborWorks able; eligible applicants request- Furman, from Guildhall, Vt., will five interactive white boards staff members. ty located on Main Street in Lan- organizations; Rehab of residen- ed over $53,000,000 in grant caster. AHEAD is one of 115 local tial rental housing that is newly funds. A cap was placed on the NeighborWorks organizations to acquired or will be acquired by amount of funds any one appli- receive $34.9 million in Capital local NeighborWorks organiza- cant could request; without this Funding for the Rehabilitation of tions; Rehab of single-family cap, the requested amount would Affordable Housing (CFRAH) homes that will be acquired or have been much higher. grants to rehabilitate or finance have been recently acquired by For more information about the rehabilitation of affordable local NeighborWorks organiza- the capital grant or about the ren- housing nationwide, including tions and will be sold to home- ovation project at McKee Inn, smaller and rural communities owners. contact Olivia Beleau, Senior Pro- with affordable housing needs. In addition to enabling non- ject Manager at obeleau@home- “We are thrilled to have been profit small businesses to acquire sahead.org. awarded these funds, as it allows and rehab properties, the $35 mil- Since 1991, Affordable Hous- us to expand our renovation ef- lion in grant funding will also ing, Education and Development forts beyond each individual jump start local economies (AHEAD) Inc. has been dedicated apartment unit. We can now ren- through the creation of more than to strengthening families by help- ovate all of our common areas, in- 1,000 jobs, and produce in excess ing them build and preserve as- stall new insulation that exceeds of $300 million in economic ac- sets for the future. With offices in code, add energy-efficient HVAC tivity. Littleton, and Colebrook, AHEAD systems, and include other much The Capital Funding for the is the premier provider of 278 needed energy-efficiency up- Rehabilitation of Affordable units of affordable rental housing grades into the project.” stated Housing grants were made possi- and also provides cutting-edge

Olivia Beleau, Senior Project Man- ble through the Public Laws 111- homebuyer and financial educa- COURTESY PHOTO ager at AHEAD. 142, 111-290, 111-317, 111-322, tion services to low and moder- The Capital Funding for the 112-4, 112-6 and 112-10 the final ate-income families. AHEAD is a WMRHS Class of ‘71 Reunion Rehabilitation of Affordable bill signed into law on April 15, proud member of Neighbor- Front row: Dean Skinner, Karen McMann Byron, Sharon Stevens Hamil,Tracy Eastman Lang, Denise Elgosin St. Housing (CFRAH) grants enable 2011. Just four months after the Works® America, a national net- Jean, Nancy Puglisi, Peggy Smith, Rick Vashaw, Evie Greenwood Blakslee, and Jodie Bean Flynn-Dalvet. Second AHEAD and other local small- and CFRAH funds were appropriated work of more than 240 communi- row: Gene Haney, Jay Crawford, Ken Brisson, Janet Youngholm (hidden),Theresa Matott Savage, Kathy Sawyer, medium-size nonprofit business- to NeighborWorks America, com- ty based organizations that fos- Bonnie Judge, Julie Baird Towle, and Tim Wentzell. Third row: Mike Thurston, Dan Boynton, Francis Woods, es to develop, or continue to munities across our country are ter healthy communities. Marc Bernier, Jon Quay, Bob Savage, Dale Cormier, Jan Hughes, and Alan Blakslee. Others attending but not pictured: Marie Cantin Wilder, Lois Phillips Pepler, Janet Arsenault, Bill Cardinal, Mark Boucher and Jim Hicks. J.J. Chaisson brings an oldtime Pei Kitchen WMRHS Class of ‘71 Reunion Party to St. Kieran Arts Center stage Members of WMRHS Class of nature hike led by Peggy Smith away as classmates enjoyed ‘71 gathered July 22nd and 23rd on the Cherry Pond Trail in their time together, so much so BERLIN — Get ready for some to celebrate their 40th class re- Whitefield was another outdoor that an annual informal get to- hand-clapping, foot-stopping fun union. A barbeque was held Fri- event available to non-golfers. gether will be held every sum- with JJ Chaisson’s PEI Kitchen day evening at the home of The reunion concluded Sat- mer on the third Saturday of Ju- Party at St. Kieran Arts Center on friend Doug Corrigan in Lan- urday night with a cocktail hour ly. The date for 2012 is Saturday, August 22 at 7 p.m., as part of the caster. The casual setting was a and buffet held in the pretty set- July 21. More details will be forth Summer Celtic Mondays Series. wonderful opportunity for class- ting of the Spalding Inn. Music coming on the class website: Tickets are $15 at the door and mates and their families to re- from their high school years was www. wmrhsclassof71.com. An $13 for Arts Center members. connect with old friends. The provided by Michael Thurston. address and e-mail list is being Prince Edward Island's J. J. next morning a 9-hole golf Members of the class traveled maintained for the 45th reunion Chaisson is without any doubt a scramble organized by Dan from Arizona, California, Con- to be held in 2016. Anyone wish- very gifted multi- instrumental Boynton was held at the Moun- necticut, Florida, Georgia, North ing to add their contact infor- musician. He has collaborated on tain View. First time golfers en- Carolina, Pennsylvania, Ten- mation can e-mail Denise Elgo- award winning recordings, acted joyed the experience and course nessee, and Wyoming to attend sin St. Jean at dstjean75@hot- as front man for a Celtic rock along with seasoned golfers. A the reunion. The years melted mail.com. band, and toured widely as a so- lo artist. It is not possible to put into words what this young man does with his fiddle and guitar. land. Rounding out the trio will the best in fiddling, music, com- New staff dentist joins Molar Express Born into the well-known and be Cape Breton keyboard style edy and dance. This is an exclu- LITTLETON––The North try since 2005. The Program pro- the people who need it the most respected Chaisson family, J. J. piano player Janine Randall. Ja- sive New England tour. Tickets Country Health Consortium vides dental services and educa- and he will work hard to make it was immersed in the world of tra- nine is the founder of the Ceilidh are $20 and $18. (NCHC) has announced that Dr. tion on good oral care, to improve affordable. ditional music from an early age. Trail School of Celtic Music in The Summer Celtic Series is Brett Hill, DDS is the new staff the health of people in Coös and Hill received his Doctor of He began gracing halls and Cape Breton and is well known as made possible through a special dentist for the Molar Express. Grafton counties. Private and Dental Surgery from the Virginia stages across the Island when he one of the leading proponents of partnership with Skye Theatre, According to Interim Execu- public funding allows the clinic Commonwealth University (VCU) was barely able to touch the floor Cape Breton style piano in Amer- New England Celtic Arts and tive Director Nancy Frank, “NCHC to offer reduced fees based on in- School of Dentistry. He graduat- while sitting in a chair; word ica. She resides in the Boston their presenting partners. St. is so pleased to have Dr. Hill join dividual income. Clinics are held ed from Clemson University in spread quickly about this young area where her family home was Kieran members receive a $2 the Molar Express. Our mobile in area schools, long term care fa- 2006 with a degree in biology. Hill prodigy. a central gathering place for Mar- courtesy discount to all shows. public health dental clinic will cilities and community sites. grew up in South Carolina hunt- J.J. has played for audiences itime Kitchen Parties. J.J. is con- St. Kieran Arts Center is sup- continue to provide high quality Hill has participated in sev- ing and playing baseball in the across the Maritimes, New Eng- sidered one of the finest Scottish ported in part by grants from NH dental care services to the com- eral mission trips to help with town of Spartanburg. His wife, land, and as far away as the Rock- style fiddles and guitarists in the State Council on the Arts, Na- munities of Grafton and Coös medicine and dentistry in vari- Emilie, from Virginia, recently ies in Denver, Colorado. He has Maritimes. This show brings all tional Endowment for the Arts, counties.” ous developing countries. In ad- graduated from VCU medical four albums to his credit. He and the energy and fun of an old time and the New Hampshire Charita- The Molar Express is a pro- dition to mission trips, he has school and began her residency brother Koady were selected to kitchen party right to our stage! ble Foundation/North Country’s gram of the North Country Health worked at a number of free clin- training at Dartmouth-Hitchcock represent Prince Edward Island Visit Art Ventures Fund, an Anony- Consortium. The program has ics in the U.S. while attending hospital in internal medicine. and play for Prince William and www.ekpei.ca/jjchaisson.html. mous Fund, Libby Family Fund, provided oral health services to dental school. Hill said he is ex- For more information, go to Kate during their nationally tele- The 2011 Celtic Mondays Se- North Country Region Communi- the residents of the North Coun- cited to offer dental service to www.nchcnh.org. vised visit to Charlottetown PEI. ries will close out with a bang ty Fund and the Stanton and Eliz- Joining J.J. will be his brother with The Tartan Terrors on Mon- abeth Davis Fund. Koady Chaisson. Koady is a sea- day, August 29 at 7 p.m. Recog- For more information call 752- Additional tuition assistance available soned multi instrumentalist and nized as North America's Pre- 1028 or visit 155 Emery Street in currently Artistic Director for the miere Celtic Event, this incredi- Berlin, www.stkieranarts.org or for Early Childhood Education highly acclaimed Festival of ble band of eight musicians and Facebook/ St. Kieran Community BERLIN — Through the gen- tance is an effort by WMCC and Degree. Scholarship recipients Small Halls in Prince Edward Is- Irish/Scottish dancers feature Center for the Arts. erosity of the New Hampshire the NHCF to respond to the ed- must be enrolled in at least one Charitable Foundation, White ucational and programmatic ECE class. Mountains Community College needs of New Hampshire's Online applications and (WMCC) availability of $10,000 youngest citizens. With the in- course registration are available in scholarship money for Coös creasing demand for family at the WMCC website: www.wm- Engagement County residents who are pur- child care providers, lead teach- cc.edu. The deadline for appli- suing a certificate or an Associ- ers in preschools, educational cations is August 19, so it is im- Doyon-Riff ates or Bachelor of Arts degree assistants in classrooms, early portant to act immediately. Any in early childhood studies. The intervention specialists, and di- questions may be directed to: Konner Thomas Hand of intent is to support students in rectors of child care centers, Pat Finnigan Allen, Chair, Dept. Groveton would like to announce Coös County and surrounding there has never been a greater of Education, Arts and Sciences; the engagement of his mother areas pursuing an early child- need for well-qualified early Professor of Early Childhood Ed- Jackie Doyon to Kyle Riff. hood studies education as a childhood professionals. ucation at White Mountains Jackie is the daughter of Tom part or full time student. Stu- Interested individuals Community College. To obtain a and Peggy Doyon of Whitefield dents must apply to WMCC to should apply to WMCC in any of scholarship application, con- and Kyle is the son of Shane and qualify for scholarship support. the following levels of Early tact Tamara Allen, Project Man- Wanda Riff of Berlin. The field of early childhood Childhood Education: Entry ager, Community and Corporate The wedding will be held on education is growing and chang- Level Certificate, Early Child- Affairs; 752-1113 ext. 3062 or October 8, 2011. ing rapidly. This tuition assis- hood Certificate, or Associate [email protected]. AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A15 ••• ticipated to be the date of the feel we need to notify the world decision not to purchase the tives had come before the Plan- assets so they may be used for Balsams sale. McIver said the hotel and our friends that The Hotel Balsams Grand Resort Hotel is ning Board of the Unincorpo- the charitable purposes intend- (continued from Page A1) would reopen for the winter is opening for the winter and unfortunate. The Attorney Gen- rated Places on Tuesday ed by Mr. Tillotson," she wrote. OPI Senior vice president some days before Christmas summer” in order to draw eral's Office has full faith and evening, Aug. 2, to discuss its Tom Varley, who has been and the reservations desk has guests to its doors and allow confidence in the Tillotson preliminary plans for demoli- Edwards also referred to her Oceans’ spokesman, has not re- been booking rooms. “employees to be employed.” Trustees' abilities to responsi- tion and reconstruction work. consideration of information turned telephone calls. “My allegiance is to do the Under the terms of the will bly manage the Trust's assets, At that time the two men had and materials provided by one The due diligence done by best for The Tillotson Trust, and trust documents signed by as they have done for many anticipated asking for a Plan- of Mr. Tillotson's sons, Rick Oceans and the preliminary ren- The Balsams, and its employ- Neil Tillotson, all of the Tillot- years, and to continue the ning Board meeting to be called Tillotson of Colebrook. One or ovation plans worked out by a ees,” McIver said in an e-mail son Corp.’s assets must be used process for winding down the in about two weeks, around more other offers to buy the ho- team of some 30 specialists exchange. “I will not be involved for charitable purposes. Trust, which includes the sale Aug. 16. tel and its properties were ap- could prove useful to potential with any group in their attempts Asked by e-mail to comment of the Balsams Grand Resort Ho- Under that plan, the hotel parently then on the table. buyers, Deans noted. to purchase the hotel. This spe- on the Tillotson Corp.’s press tel.” would have closed for at least Hotel president and general cial place and the good people release, Anne Edwards of the At- Edwards noted that she sent 10 months and very possibly At that time Edwards noted manager Jeff McIver said that involved deserve 100 percent of torney General’s office replied: a copy of her statement to An- more. Apparently only two or that she had questioned Deans he expects the hotel to close on my attention. We will propose a “The Attorney General's Office thony Blenkinsop, the state’s three or the current 16 or so and the Corp.'s lawyers and Sept. 15, just as Oceans had few financial options for the agrees with the Tillotson new Director of Charitable managers would have been consulted with others in the planned to do on what was an- Trust to consider. Personally, I Trustees that Ocean Properties' Trusts. Oceans’ representa- asked to return when the hotel AG's Office but that her queries reopened. had not led her to change her Anne Edwards, then-Direc- mind that Ocean Properties, a tor of the Charitable Trusts Di- New Hampshire-based compa- DOE land. For the MAPP project, E &E Quality (CEQ), providing au- tial environmental impacts of a vision, had concluded in a June ny that owns and operates high- currently has specialists in over thoritative NEPA guidance to proposed agency action and ful- 17 letter that three amend- end hotels and resorts, had (continued from Page A1) a dozen resource areas writing federal agencies. Ms. Swartz has ly meets the letter and the spir- ments made to the P & S Agree- come up with the best offer to for an explanation. the Draft EIS after a thorough re- worked closely with DOE, the it of the law." ment that she had approved on purchase the property. On March 7, Northern Pass view of the applicant’s data Federal Energy Regulatory Com- DOE concludes it press re- May 6 were in the North Coun- officials told the DOE that they gaps. The data gap review oc- mission (FERC), and the Nuclear lease by pointing out how it en- try’s best interests and would At that time in June, Deans would like another firm to do curred quickly, ahead of DOE’s Regulatory Commission to as- visions the team operating: “Col- serve to further Neil Tillotson's had said that the trustees re- the work. Although they main- schedule, and is moving the sist those agencies in the devel- lectively, this team builds upon desire to have the Grand Hotel mained convinced that Ocean tained that Normandeau had no project forward in a manner that opment of NEPA-implementing each member’s strengths to pro- and its surrounding property Properties had both the hotel conflict of interest, they said ensures that all resource areas regulations and with NEPA com- vide the experience and capa- continue to be a regional eco- management expertise and the they wanted the public to have are addressed.” pliance issues for particular bilities necessary to successful- nomic driver. financial resources to make The confidence in the study and re- DOE profiles Lucy Low projects. She has been involved ly manage the process, conduct Edwards had pointed out in Balsams a profitable venture so quested that DOE choose the Swartz, whose business is locat- in several DOE Presidential Per- the analyses, and support the that letter that "the AG's Office that the hotel and resort could contractor. ed in metropolitan Washington, mit EISs.” preparation of DOE’s Northern is well aware that, over the continue to provide good-quali- According to DOE’s press re- saying that she “will provide Swartz’ own website includes Pass EIS. “SEG will lead the proj- years, the marketing of the Bal- ty employment to area resi- lease, the three contractors — strategic NEPA review and com- her NEPA philosophy: "NEPA ect, as well as also conduct cer- sams Hotel has been a chal- dents. SE Group, Ecology & Environ- pliance input. Ms. Swartz is an and its implementing regula- tain resource analyses and will lenge for the Trust. Mr. Tillot- ment, and Lucinda Low Swartz environmental consultant who tions are simple, and offer major be responsible for document son's dual interest in having the In addition, Deans had then — have aligned to provide a uni- specializes in all aspects of com- environmental and other bene- production, including technical Balsams Hotel operate as a ho- pointed out, conservation re- fied Team to complete the pliance with NEPA. She has over fits when followed the way they editing. Additionally, SEG will tel that employs local people strictions would be placed on Northern Pass EIS, using the re- 30 years of experience in envi- were intended. The NEPA lead the stakeholder and public and also serves to maintain the approximately 4,190 acres of spective strengths of each team ronmental law and regulation, process — the development of engagement portions of the special character of the North the 7,700-acre property, imme- member. The federal agency focusing primarily on NEPA environmental analysis and doc- project. Country has been difficult to diately protecting more than provided brief profiles of these compliance issues. She is also umentation — can and should “E & E brings extensive elec- honor given the significant cap- half the total acreage from de- team members. well versed in the requirements be quick and informative for tric transmission project expe- ital investment needed for the velopment. Then, within two “For more than 30 years, SE of the Endangered Species Act agency decision-makers and the rience to the team and will be re- hotel, the downturn in the econ- years of closing, Ocean Proper- Group (SEG) has been engaged and the National Historic public. Where agencies falter is sponsible for the majority of the omy, and the lengthy travel dis- ties would have been required in preparing and managing hun- Preservation Act, particularly in using the NEPA process to jus- resource data evaluation and tance from urban centers." to add 500 more acres to the re- dreds of National Environmen- with regard to the integration of tify decisions that have already additional data collection, as stricted area, bringing the total tal Policy Act (NEPA) analyses those statutes with the require- been made, failing to adequate- necessary. Edwards also noted that the to 4,690 acres. At that point, on- for various federal agencies ments of NEPA. Ms. Swartz has ly develop the scope (actions, “Lucy Swartz will provide hotel has been operating at a ly 3,010 acres would have been across the United States,” the served as NEPA program-proj- alternatives, and impacts) of NEPA compliance oversight and loss, requiring the Tillotson unprotected by a conservation profile reads. “A major compo- ect manager for large environ- NEPA documents, and ignoring strategic DOE specific NEPA Corp. to provide sufficient easement designed to prohibit nent and achievement of each mental consulting firms, leading opposing viewpoints. I stress compliance guidance to the SEG monies to cover the shortfall. development. of those efforts has been the rig- teams in the preparation of EISs advance planning, public in- Team and the Northern Pass EIS orous preparation of objective for federal agencies and in the volvement, focus on relevant is- process. Additionally, Lucy "As the Corporation's assets The easements would have scientific analyses and docu- preparation of NEPA-related en- sues, and preparation of read- Swartz will provide quality as- are part of the Trust, it is espe- allowed traditional uses: timber mentation in a clearly written vironmental reports for private able documents to expedite the surance reviews of all docu- cially important to sell the harvesting and recreation, such EIS. SEG’s NEPA work has been industry. She formerly served as NEPA process while ensuring ments prior to the submission property in order to end these as cross-country skiing, walk- in relation to projects that are, the Deputy General Counsel at that the resulting NEPA docu- of deliverable work products to ongoing losses as soon as prac- ing, hunting, fishing, and snow- almost without exception, con- the Council on Environmental ment fully addresses the poten- the DOE.” ticable to preserve the Trust's mobiling. ducted in sensitive environ- ments and engage multiple fed- eral and state agency jurisdic- tions. SEG employs a team of seasoned NEPA practitioners The FRANK R. MAI, who are dedicated to managing DIAMANTE BROKER complex and controversial RESIDENTIAL LAND COMMERCIAL NEPA processes. 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E & E has pro- vided detailed analysis from nu- merous diverse subject matter Whitefield – Outstanding 4+/- Lancaster— 80+ surveyed acres w/ experts who have success in acres located in a country setting 2400’+ rd frt on RT. 3. Offers out- working collaboratively to pro- 4 miles from town. Nice home site standing visibility from both sides BIG RIG & 4X4 TRUCK PULL SUNDAY! at 1025’ elevation offers great of road. Also exceptional views of duce a scientifically robust doc- panorama of mountain views mtns & across from Weeks State ument in a coordinated and ef- including Cannon Mtn with it’s Park which has a winter ski tow. 2 ficient manner. E & E has popular ski slpoes. Close to all out- access points from road & lower ADVANCED SEASON/SHOW TICKETS end of property has beaver pond. worked for the DOE and other door recreation, surrounded by wildlife, & 5 minutes from Hotel, Some stone walls & hwy frontage AVAILABLE AT PARKER’S JEWELRY, federal agencies on a number of Golf & SPA. 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At that point, Shaw ex- Shaw pleaded guilty and accept- ed that Shaw’s speech was boat access, then proceeded to ning of the gravel section of Pond ited his vehicle and assaulted ed a plea deal offered by Essex (continued from Page A1) slurred, he was mumbling, and chase the pickup again, eventual- Hill Road to pick up family mem- Muise, who fended off Shaw’s County State’s Attorney Vincent driving a black Ford F350, and had the odor of intoxicants was ema- ly passing and then cutting off the bers who had started walking blows. The affidavit does not in- Illuzzi. Shaw was fined $400 on smashed into his stepdaughter’s nating from him. pickup near West Side Road, back to their camp on the lake, dicate how the fight ended or why the DUI charge, $300 on the care- vehicle. The troopers were also The affidavit indicates that which accesses camps on Neal when Shaw came upon them. Ac- Shaw was being treated by first- less operation charge, and or- told Shaw was then on Pond Hill Shaw’s stepdaughter, Britannia Pond, one of which was where the cording to the affidavit, Shaw was responders. dered to serve six to 12 months Road and reportedly involved in Jurentkuff followed Shaw after he driver of the pickup, Roy Muise of yelling and screaming obsceni- Police arrested Shaw and in jail on the simple assault an altercation with another indi- left his residence in an attempt to Medway, Mass., was staying. ties and driving erratically, trying charged him with driving under charge and 30 to 60 days on the vidual. get him to calm down. Shaw, who Muise and his brother-in-law, once to cut them off near the boat the influence, attempted simple disorderly conduct charge. All of When the troopers arrived at was following a pickup that he William Bresnahan, had just left access. Shaw then followed Muise assault, careless or negligent op- the jail time was suspended on the scene on Pond Hill Road, they had overtaken on Pond Hill Road, the farmers market on the com- further up Pond Hill Road, even- eration of a motor vehicle, and the condition of good behavior. found Shaw being treated by a backed into the vehicle Jurentkuff mon in Lunenburg, and had tually cutting him off near West disorderly conduct. Shaw also apologized to relatives of the victims who were in the courtroom. Following the incident but pri- or to his court appearance, Shaw resigned positions of constable, 911 coordinator, and fire chief. THE FIND YOUR WAY Shaw was first elected town con- THE FIND YOUR WAY stable in 1996 and had held the position since. He had also been a fire department member for ap- proximately 18 years, most re- cently holding the position of TOTO SAVINGSSAVINGS EVENTEVENT ISIS ONON chief. 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PHOTO BY FELICIA ARSENAULT Griffin Roy puts up a field goal for Morneau travel against Town and Country.

PHOTO BY FELICIA ARSENAULT PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON Jordan Wheelock and Terry Bedell PHOTO BY JOELLE ROONEY BASTIAN The men sponsored by the Town and Country Inn of Gorham were the NCMBL 2011 Champions Friday night: face off in the NCMBL champi- Waynorth Coaches Chris Leavitt and Ed Wood bookend their star pitch- Steve Arsenault, Reggie Coulombe, Curtis Arsenault, Jon Frisk, Justin Stroup and Terry Bedell. onship Friday. ers, Erika Millett and Mikala Bastian at the ballpark in Lamar Colorado. The two girls played on the mound for Waynorth’s last two games in the 16U Softball World Series. Countrymen win NCMBL Championship against the odds By Jonathan Benton The Countrymen started off With four minutes left in the score at 50-47. With 5:43 left in Waynorth heads home [email protected] with a quick 4-0 lead in the first first half Morneau had expanded the game the score was tied 60- BERLIN — The North Country two minutes after a hoop from C. a 32-25 lead over T&C who were 60 and stayed close for the rest Men’s Basketball League ended Arsenault and two free throws looking tired. It wasn’t until three of the game. after last World Series game its season with Town and Coun- from his father Steve Arsenault. minutes left on the clock that The countrymen only had six By Jonathan Benton ters. try rising up as the unlikely title It didn’t take long for the world T&C subbed out any of their men to play meaning one sub to [email protected] It was a very well fielded game winners besting defending travelers to respond, however, starting lineup. A three-pointer Morneau’s three and were miss- on both sides with Chelsea Payer champs Morneau Travel in a with a 7-4 lead in the following on the buzzer from C. Arsenault ing the offensive hand of Bran- LANCASTER — The Waynorth and Erika Millett batting two for two stunning 69-68 finish. two minutes with a three from kept Morneau’s 42-37 lead nar- don Frost. girls played their hearts out in their from the plate. “I wasn’t expecting to win, you Jordan Wheelock, a basket from row. Morneau’s last good lead was final game at the 16U World Series In the bottom of the first Lodi have give it to Jon and Reggie Spencer Hill and hoop from Don After a halftime rest the feet 68-64 pushed to 68-67 by a C. Ar- in Colorado Tuesday in a tough bout had a runner on first from a walk, coming up big at the end, my dad Picard. The game was afoot with were smacking the pine boards senault three-pointer and the with Lodi, California that ended but 1-2-3 outs ended the inning in- played his butt off as usual throw- both teams having a time-share again with both sides giving it all countrymen called their last with a 2-0 loss in the sixth inning. cluding bunt popup caught by a ing himself all over the place and on the lead. Countryman Terry they had. Morneau stayed ahead timeout. In the final 20 seconds a Mikala Bastian went the dis- sprinting Kalie Savage and a Terrence getting on the floor,” Bedell was strong on the defense by five points until the 12:30 mark shot from Justin Stroup bounced tance for Waynorth giving up three grounder snagged by Kaitlin Wood said T&C Captain Curtis Arse- as a thorn in Wheelock’s side. when S. Arsenault stopped a off the rim, but Jon Frisk finished hits and three walks, but laying out at second. nault. “You usually see people Even so Wheelock reached dou- charge from Damon Ness for an it off to put T&C into the lead 69- seven strikeouts. Elizabeth Trotter In the top of the second Payer diving on the floor in Men’s ble digits at 15 points to his name offensive foul and C. Arsenault 68. The final seconds in the game threw for Lodi giving up eight hits, League. This team wasn’t taking and Hill led for Morneau Travel made three points on a three walks and struck-out four bat- Waynorth,PAGEB2 no for an answer.” overall with 17. layup/foul combo to put the NCMBL,PAGEB2

Sports ~ Jonathan Benton - Phone: Office 788-4939 • Fax: 788-3022; email: [email protected] B2 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Snowmobile vanity decal Portsmouth FC nets a victory, sends Whipple Masonry home early registrations available By Pat Church tinued to pressure the where they were defeated by CONCORD — Vanity snowmo- combination of at least two letters New Hampshire Fish and Game Contributing writer Portsmouth players, they found Woodsville Village Pizza. bile registration decals for the reg- and numbers; 3) a combination of Department, 11 Hazen Drive in LANCASTER — In the men’s difficulty winning the ball in one- After the game, Coach Kilby istration year that started July 1 at least two letters and symbols; Concord. To receive an applica- Division II soccer quarterfinals, on-one situations against the spoke highly of his soccer pro- are available for New Hampshire 4) a combination of at least two tion by mail, contact Fish and Portsmouth FC came out the vic- bigger, stronger, and faster gram’s overall success during resident snowmobile owners. The letters, symbols and numbers; 5) Game's OHRV Program at 271- tors with a 6-1 win over Whipple Portsmouth club. The hard-strik- the summer. “In hindsight, we deadline for submitting applica- there can be no spaces between 3129. If you have plans for pur- Masonry. ing mentality of Portsmouth al- probably shouldn’t have played tions is October 14. Vanity regis- the first and last characters; 6) the chasing a new snowmobile and With the victory, the fourth- lowed them to take a 3-0 lead in- the game because of the acci- tration decals are $84 for snow- only symbols available for these will not be taking delivery until a seeded Portsmouth team to the latter part of the first half. dent,” he said. While the kids mobile club members (you must decals are: dash (-), ampersand later date, just make a note on dashed any hopes for an under- While Whipple had several good didn’t experience any serious show proof of membership) and (&) and plus (+); 7) no two sym- your application. Your decal will dog victory from fifth-seeded opportunities for a goal during physical injuries, it definitely af- $114 for non-members. Registra- bols can appear consecutively; be printed and held until you no- Whipple Masonry. Before the the first half, their first real break fected their mental approach, tions are valid until June 30, 2012. 8. Maximum of six characters. tify Fish and Game that you have game even started, the Whipple didn’t come until their own Tyler and our effectiveness as a team. Proceeds from the sale of vanity Messages with any appeal to taken delivery of the machine. The team began its day in an un- Ramsdell was taken down inside However, I feel we put in a good decals benefit the New Hampshire prurient interest or obscene in- New Hampshire Fish and Game De- promising fashion, with a car ac- Portsmouth’s eighteen-yard effort, and this has been a very Fish and Game Department's Off- terpretation are not allowed. Van- partment is the guardian of the cident that involved six of its box. This led to a penalty kick, successful summer for our pro- Highway Recreational Vehicle ity decals should not be morally, state’s fish, wildlife and marine re- players. While none of the play- which Cole Kilby deposited eas- gram. We accomplished many (OHRV) Safety Education Pro- ethically, racially or in any manner sources and habitats. It is also re- ers experienced serious injuries ily for Whipple’s first score. things with both our high school gram. The guidelines for snowmo- offensive to good taste. Applica- sponsible for OHRV registration, many of them were rattled by the As the first half came to a development team, White Moun- bile vanity decals are as follows: tions for Snowmobile Vanity De- enforcement and safety education. incident. close with the score 3-1, there tains Soccer Club II, and our 1) letters only, at least two; 2) a cals are only available from the Visit http://www.ride.nh.gov. Nonetheless, the young was confidence from the Whip- competitive team, Whipple Ma- Whipple team began the game ple sideline that this was a beat- sonry. Our alumni helped our hoping to achieve a victory over able team and that they were still younger players to improve, and the older and more experienced in it. Early on in the second half, it was a great stepping stone for Senator Shaheen invites high Portsmouth club. Early on, it be- however, Portsmouth struck both teams as far as experience, came clear that Portsmouth again for a 4-1 lead. commitment, and effort.” would not roll over easily. The Whipple Coach Doug Kilby For the White Mountains high school students to Washington first goal of the game came said of the score, “That fourth school players, the experience WASHINGTON, DC — Senate Washington, students will also re- ington. They will meet with Sena- quickly for Portsmouth. After goal killed us. It took the mo- will prove to be vital to the up- Youth Program brings students ceive a $5,000 undergraduate tors, cabinet officers, govern- the ball deflected off Whipple mentum away from us.” coming soccer season, as 11 sen- to D.C. to witness federal govern- scholarship. USSYP is sponsored ment leaders and policy-makers. keeper Erik Corcoran, a After their fourth goal, iors were lost with last year’s ment in action. Senator Jeanne by the Senate and fully funded by To be selected, delegates must be Portsmouth player was there to Portsmouth never looked back, graduating class. The team be- Shaheen (D-NH) invites high The Hearst Foundations. “I’m al- juniors or seniors, must be elect- slide the ball back across the 18 and paved their way to a final gins its fall preparation on Mon- school juniors and seniors inter- ways glad to see students visit ed student officers for the 2011- for an easy tap in and a 1-0 score of 6-1 in their favor. day, August 16th, and plays its ested in learning about how gov- the Senate and witness firsthand 2012 academic year, and must re- Portsmouth lead. Portsmouth FC made their way first game at Somersworth on ernment works to apply for the the legislative process and the ex- side in the state where they at- While the Whipple team con- to the Men’s Division-II finals, August 26. United States Senate Youth Pro- citement of Washington,” Sha- tend school. Applications can be gram (USSYP), which will bring heen said. “As a former school obtained from high school prin- student leaders to Washington teacher and mother of three, I be- cipals, guidance counselors or at Waynorth wallops World Series hosts for the program’s 50th Anniver- lieve it is important for America’s the New Hampshire contact list- sary Washington Week. Each young people to be involved in ed below. Applications are due by By Jonathan Benton four batters. In the top of the fourth on one [email protected] year, the USSYP selects two stu- deciding the future of our coun- October 14, 2011. Interested stu- The second inning was six out Millett led off with a hit dent officers from each state and try, which they will one day lead.” dents in New Hampshire should LANCASTER — Everyone of quick outs with Waynorth car- punching through a hole at sec- the District of Columbia to travel During the week of March 3-10, contact their high school princi- Waynorth’s games at the 16U ried by strong pitching and ond base for the single. Kiya De- to Washington for an intensive 2012, the student delegates will pals, the New Hampshire state World Series in Lamar Colorado Lamar by solid fielding. witt came in to courtesy run for week-long educational program visit Capitol Hill, the White contact, or visit http://www.edu- was an uphill battle and their 1- In the top of the third Mary Millett, but was left stranded. about how the Senate and feder- House, the Pentagon, the State cation. 0 win against the Lamar hosts King sweated out a walk on a full The bottom of the fourth had al government work. In addition Department, the Supreme Court, nh.gov/recognition/us_sen on August 8 was no different. count to lead off. King wasn’t go- a Lamar runner trying to make to the all-expenses paid trip to and other historic sites in Wash- ate.htm for more information. Erika Millett shone on the ing to wait for the walk that even- her way to third on two outs, but mound for Waynorth laying tually came to Emily Wood and was thrown out by Payer to Kalie down 10 strikeouts and giving stole her way to second. The Savage to end the inning. Coos County Conservation District fall flower bulb sale up only three walks. For Lamar bases were loaded after an art- In the bottom of the sixth LANCASTER — The 2011 Fall tulips along with crocus, daf- Please be sure to spell your last Chelsea Vallejos threw the en- ful bunt from Lily Stinehour. Lamar had two runners on base Flower Bulb Sale is going on now. fodil/narcissi, hyacinth, and alli- name clearly and leave your mail- tire game as well tossing four Hicks was up next and able to with two outs, but a left field The brochures for the fall bulb um to ensure that you will have a ing address when leaving a phone walks and two strikeouts. reach on a fielder’s choice at catch by E. Wood on an hard hit sale have been printed and are very vibrant spring. To request a message or you may also e-mail In the top of the first on one home. The run for Waynorth ball ended the inning. ready to go. This year the Coos brochure please call 788-4651, ext your request for a brochure. Or- out Chelsea Payer was the first came on Wood beating feet to On one out in the top of the County Conservation District is 102 or e-mail ders must be prepaid and received member of mean green to reach home on a pass ball. seventh Savage made contact offering 12 different varieties of [email protected]. by Friday, September 16. first on a bunt. After Rebecca It was in the bottom of the with the ball and reached first Hicks sent a high fly out in left third Waynorth was in rough on a bobbled play at shortstop. field Payer was caught in a pick- shape with the bases loaded on With two outs soon after that At this very moment an entire corner of the globe le, but was able to run her way two walks and a bunt with no would be as far as Waynorth out of it. Unfortunately Payer outs to help them. A infield fly would get this game. would end up being stranded at rule helped the Lancaster team The bottom of the seventh is suffering the aftermath of the Indian Ocean first. out to start followed by a double was a 1-2-3 closing by Millett Millett would return the fa- play on a pop up to shallow right with the three K’s in a row to end tsunami, the worst natural disaster of our time. vor in the bottom of the first field caught by Kaitlin Wood who the game. Millett was also leaving a runner on base after then threw home where Payer named the player of the game The time to act is now. Just visit striking out three of Lamar’s first made the tagout. for Waynorth.

www.usafreedomcorps.gov pulling in a final rebound and driv- ry Bedell 3-1-7, Steven Arsenault NCMBL(continued from ing the ball into the ground. 6-3-15 for a complete list of reputable Page B1) Marisa Lemoine was the score keeper and Liz Thagouras sang Morneau Travel 68 charities ready to turn your was a scuttle down the court as the national anthem. Tylor Palmer 2-0-6, Jordan the ball rolled from the T and C Wheelock 7-0-15, Griffin Roy 5-1- net down to Morneaus’s with bod- Town and Country 69 11, Don Picard 5-3-13, Dylan xinhua/XINHUA/Corbis cash contributions into hope. ies jumping left and right after it. Jon Frisk 2-0-4, Justin Stroup 6- Palmer 1-0-2, Damon Ness 2-0-4, The game ended on S. Arsenault 0-14, Curtis Arsenault 11-5-29, Ter- Spencer Hill 8-0-17

Waynorth runners on first and second. Emily Stinehour led off with a walk and The world’s most impressive Wood kept the bats swinging with was sacrificed to second by Hicks. (continued from Page B1) an infield grounder that she was Payer proceeded to club a single to able to beat the the throw to first on center field pushing Stinehour to led off with a walk after a full count, to load the base. Bosse was caught third and Payer advanced to sec- but was later caught trying to steal off the bag for the second out and a ond on the play. Lodi closed shop relief organization is you. to second base. On two outs Millett strikeout kept the game scoreless. with a double play on a pop up and had a hard hit single just out of reach Bastian was throwing bullets in the tagged base combo. of Trotter on the mound for the first bottom of the third for three straight In the bottom of the sixth was Your money will bring desperately needed food, hit for Waynorth. A pop out follow- K’s in a row. when Lodi jumped into the lead ing would end their turn at bat. In the top of the fourth Hicks led with two outs against them. Both water, medicine and so much more. No one can In the bottom of second a hop- off with a high fly to center for a sin- runs came in on two pass balls in a per hit to Savage at third to Becca gle, and grounder to left field from row. A base hit had narrowly missed change what happened. But we can all change Hicks at first for out number one, Payer put runners on first and sec- Bastian, then an error put runners then a pop to Wood for the second. ond. Bastian then chipped it over to on second and third. A hit to a hole in right field gave Lo- what happens next. third base and ended up reaching In the top of the seventh Millet di a base hit on two outs with the on a fielder’s choice, Kiya Dewitt had a base hit to shallow center and runner on second after a steal, but courtesy ran for her. A walk was Dewitt had the speed to pull off a a hopper from Wood to Hicks turned drawn in by Millett to load the grounder single to short stop. It things around. bases. Two fielded outs right after would ultimately be another double In the top of the third on one out stranded all three. play by Lodi and a strikeout to end Mary King sent a bouncer between There was no more base running the game. first and second and Kayla Bosse until the top of the sixth when Lily At the closing ceremony Payer squared off for a perfect bunt to put was named player of the game for the Waynorth girls. Voting says, “I’m a

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yourvotecounts.org AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT B3 ••• Second round of NCMBL playoffs ends in barn-burner By Jonathan Benton half the countrymen jumped [email protected] ahead 16-10, but Mr. Pizza laid out BERLIN — Day two of the eight three-pointers including NCMBL playoffs keep the excite- three alone from Zach Donaldson ment going as Morneau Travel to end the half 40-38, T&C ahead. busted Caron 107-90 and Town & With three minutes left in the Country skirted past Mr. Pizza 78- game T&C was still ahead 70-66, 76 in the final seconds. but Mr. Pizza came back and tied In game one Thursday night the game 74-74 two minutes later Morneau started out strong, but off of the hand of Luke Enman. Caron held on just short of the Steve Arsenault put the country- lead on two occasions; 8-7 in the men in the lead with a hoop, but first few minutes and 16-15 at the with 47.3 seconds on the clock 14:25 mark. Both sides were Enman did a corkscrew hook shot shooting from the outside. By the to tie the game 76-76. Then Justin ten minute mark Morneau leapt Stroup hit a midrange shot for the ahead 35-24 with Caron not get- game winner. ting much on the inside. The Builder’s only chance was to Game1 draw in the fouls and ended up Caron Building Center 90 making nine free throws the first Dimitri Giannos 12-3-29, Sam half to end it 56-46. Jensen 4-1-11, Yiram Villanueva 7- The second half was a steady 6-20, Jeremy Dupont 1-0-2, Bryar running game with Jamason King 4-4-13, Jamason Levesque 5- Levesque hitting three three- 2-15 pointers wearing the under ar- mor sleeve of offensive record Morneau Travel 107 breaker Jake Drouin. It’s good Tylor Palmer 3-0-6, Jordan luck wasn’t enough, however as Wheelock 8-0-18, Joey Arsenault 73-66 at 14:00, 79-76 at 8:48 and 2-0-4, Don Picard 10-1-22, Dylan 91-88 at 3:00 was the closest that Palmer 2-0-4, Damon Ness 13-4- Caron ever got to the lead. Then 30, Spencer Hill 10-1-23 Morneau went on a ten-point surge and Caron couldn’t hit any- Game2 thing from the outside. Town and Country 78 Leading Caron was Dimitri Gi- Justin Stroup 5-1-13, Brandon annos with 29 points followed Frost 7-0-14, Curtis Arsenault 16- closely behind by Yiram Vil- 3-38, Terry Bedell 0-1-1, Steve Ar- lanueva with 20. Morneau Travel senault 4-4-12 had four players with 18 points or above with Damon Ness lead- Mr. Pizza 76 ing the charge with 30 points to Brad Frenette 2-0-6, Tyler his name. Reed 0-1-1, Sean Patry 0-1-1, Sean Game two of the night was the Haskins, 5-0-11, Zack Bacon 5-2- closest with the pepperoni men 14, Luke Enman 8-0-16, Zack Don- facing with the Town and Coun- aldson 8-1-20, Pete Pere 3-0-7 try boys. The first three points of the game came from three Curtis was the high scorer freethrows by the countrymen re- with 22 in the first and for mr piz- turned by a three pointer from za Zack Donaldson 20 points in- PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON Yiram Villanueva leaps up to give the Caron Builders a layup Thursday. pizza-man Peter Pere. There was cluding three three pointers and PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON a high turnover rate with the luke enman came back with 12 Brothers Evan Haskins and Sean Haskins battle it out at the net during score tied often and defenses points in the second half of his the playoffs with Town and Country and Mr. Pizza going head to head ® tight. With 12:08 left in the first 16 Thursday. Cross Machine makes Mr. UNIFORMS EQUIPMENT FOOTWEAR WITH NEARLY 100% OF THE Pizza sweat, but ends up ousted APPLICATIONS YOU NEED, YOU CAN RELY By Jonathan Benton the same game with Morneau in a ON THE NAPA BLENDED FUEL PROGRAM. 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Main St. It was a tight defenseive game, but 225 Union St. Whitefield Plymouth 0-1-1, Tony Valliere 1-0-2 51 MAIN ST. • LITTLETON, NH • 603-444-4484 Sun. 8am-12noon by 12:40 Morneau led 17-12. The Littleton, NH VISIT NAPA ON THE WEB! http://wwwNAPAonline.com globe trekkers led above TG at least WE KEEP AMERICA RUNNING. five points since start of the game and climbed to 26-12 by 10:20. The Tough Guys were trying to take shots from the outside, but they just weren’t dropping. Even down 41-30 at 2:22 TG was a sight to see specifically with Sean Irving skirting left and right, surviving an on- slaught of attempted snatches from Tyler Palmer before making his way to the paint and jumping backwards to sink the shot. Irving also put down a three right after and led TG with 24 points, but his team was down 51-33 at the end of the half. Matt Record also did well for TG with 20 points. The second half was ATTENTION Plumbing or Electrical Apprentice Students The Littleton Area Apprentice Program will begin Wednesday, September 7, at 5:30pm. The first class will begin in the Littleton High School cafeteria, 159 Oak Hill Avenue, Littleton NH. If you would like to be enrolled in the plumbing or electrical apprentice program please contact Erica Antonucci at 603-444- 5186 ext. 603. Please leave a detailed message and someone will call you. The cost for tuition and books this year is $975.00. B4 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Field Tour of the Weeks Act Legacy Trail. A free Saturday field trip on Au- Bluff/Echo Lake parking lot on shine. Bring a lunch and water. gust 20 starting at 9 a.m. will intro- Route 18, Franconia, NH at 9 a.m. Please dress for easy walks in the Cherry Mountain Golf duce the public to a few of the and will carpool to selected sites woods. If you have questions stops along the driving route of the along the trail. The tour is slated to please call 788-4961. This event new Weeks Act Legacy Trail that is be concluded at 3 p.m. The trip supplements Govatski's slide talk League Results For Week 14 under development in the White leader, Dave Govatski, is a natural- that will be presented at Weeks Mountain National Forest. When ist and forest historian from Jeffer- State Park in Lancaster at 7 p.m. on the trail is completed visitors will son, NH. He is a retired forester Thursday, August 18, and is spon- It was another beautiful week secure the win. Kirby Huntoon tight match with all golfers scor- be able to download trail informa- and fire management officer of the sored by the Weeks State Park As- at the Waumbek Golf Course for and Willie Stone managed to hang ing well. Luke, (42) and Kurt (43) tion onto smart phones or iPad de- US Forest Service and has worked sociation, NH Division of Parks, the 14th week of competition. on to the 4th spot with 27 points were solid but Ron (43) and Mar- vices or print out maps with home and traveled extensively across and UNH Cooperative Extension. With one week left before Playoff in spite of suffering a devastating cel (45) were up to the challenge. computers. The group will meet the US and Canada. This pro- All programs are free and the pub- Thursday, 3.5 points separate 7 defeat to Roger Brown and Kevin Other action saw Bob Cote and near Franconia Notch at Artists gram will be conducted rain or lic is invited. teams for the first three spots in Hammond, losing 3 to 0. Huntoon Claude Lemelin knock off Eric the standings. After week 14, two put up a valiant effort in defeat, Larcomb and Alex Garneau 3 to teams are now tied for the top posting a match low 41. Ron De- 0. Lemelin fired a season low 44 spot with 28.5 points. John mers and Boo Matson moved to lead the way in this one. Shawn Increase in rooms and meals tax Loven and Bob Snell were able to back into a tie for the 5th spot by Garneau and Mitch Emery were handle Colt Larcomb and Trevor taking down a Larry Fellows and able to “bag” the “Sandbaggers”, revenue represents positive increase Gross 2.5 to .5 to move into a tie Joe Walker 2.5 to .5. It was a Gary Watson and Derek Lemaire, for the first spot. “Needsum” spectacular match as both De- 2 to 1. Garneau had a stellar Loven came up big in this one by mers and Matson overcame be- evening firing a season low 39 to in tourism in North Country firing a season low 43 to lead the ing minus 3 early in the match to put it in the bag. Dave Cameron LANCASTER — New Hamp- Jason Cape, owners of the Bar- has really put us on the map with charge. Meanwhile, Stoney Ja- come back and win it. Fellows and Austin Cassady were only shire Grand, the official visitor ron Brook Inn in Whitefield, after both regional and international cobs and Edgar Cormier had still managed to post a 38 in de- able to muster a split with1. information source for the Great purchasing the property and guests.” Scott Labnon, Innkeeper more that they could handle feat. Austin Sansoucy and Ricky Berry North Woods and the Northern completing renovations, they re- of Town & Country Inn & Resort, when they fell to Subs Trevor The “Dynamic Duo” of Dave 1.5 to 1.5. Cameron posted the White Mountains, is reporting an opened in 2008. “The first year also had praise for New Hamp- Mackillop and Tim Mackillop 2.5 Rich and Dave Leblanc mustered low score in this one by only 8 percent increase in rooms and we were open, from 2008 to 2009, shire Grand, stating it is a won- to .5. Both Trevor and Tim were a 2 to 1 win over Josh Whitcolm knocking it 37 times. Finally, sub meals tax revenue in Coos Coun- we doubled our occupancy. derful endeavor that is benefit- up to being “spoilers” by check- and Scott Ashby to remain tied Brian Josselyn and Dan Ireland ty since 2008. “This increase in Then from 2009 to 2010, we in- ing the North Country and ing in with 38 and 39 respective- for that 5th spot, only 3.5 points were able to garner a split with tourism in Coos County is critical creased another 50%. And from tourists alike. Labnon said, “We ly. The lost left Stoney and Edgar back. Leblanc was able to shake the “Big Guns” of Jeremie Keni- to the economic vitality of New 2010 to this year, we’ve already were fortunate to hold steady tied for the top spot. Brad Lufkin off some early season problems son and Drew Orblych, 1.5 to 1.5. Hampshire’s most rural region, seen an increase of about 15%,” during the first two years of the and Ryan Gooden find them- by posting a 41 to secure the win. It was “Special K” who was up to which has been devastated over said Jason Cape. “We’ve also recession; however, the past sev- selves ? point back as they were Also tied for that 5th spot, the challenge by posting a 41 to the last decade by the closure of seen an increase in tourists who eral months of this year, traffic able to knock off the “Dandy Luke Driscoll and Kurt Christ lead the way. its century-old paper mills,” said like to book at the last minute, as has been quite strong, and we’re Ones”, Roger and Bob Dande- could only manage a split with Closest to the pins went to Samantha Kenney Maltais, brand well as more Canadian visitors. I at about 8% over July of 2010.” neau, 2 to 1. “Lofty” Lufkin was the “Old Timers”, Ron Almedia Larry Fellows on 8 and Brad manager of New Hampshire speak French, and we have maps Labnon said he’s seen a surge in solid in this one posting a 35 to and Marcel Tremblay. It was a Lufkin on 9. Grand. “Our goal now is to main- in French here, and we believe in Canadian travelers recently, as tain and grow interest in the full customer service. We also well as northern Europeans – es- North Country from domestic are doing more bookings of meet- pecially from August through Oc- and international visitors, by ings and weddings.” The Barron tober. He added that he’s very Riverside Speedway news showcasing all the incredible Brook Inn has 20 hotel rooms and confident the North Country will Trevor Roy is first time Super #2 of Bobby Riley in turns 3 & 4, number. However, the division’s outdoor adventures, the unique several dorm rooms, and all are survive the prolonged recession Stock winner on Sherwin causing heavy damage to both two top drivers put on a whale accommodations in the North non-smoking. Chris Croteau, and continue to be one of New Williams’ night at Riverside vehicles. The racing up front of show. Ben Belanger held off Country – from luxurious to rus- owner of The Lion and the Rose Hampshire’s tourism highlights. Speedway. was nothing but the edge of your the red hot Dean Switser to take tic -- the rugged natural beauty, also in Whitefield, said that every And the Potato Barn’s Mark Yelle Rookie super stock driver, seat variety. The younger Davis the victory. Rob Isham, Tom and the first-class dining options year has been better than the last said they’ve enjoyed at least a 3- Trevor Roy, took the lead on the took the lead on lap five and ap- Sokolis, and Cody LeBlanc fin- available along the way.” Ac- since 2008. “New Hampshire 4% increase in sales in the past very first lap from his second peared to be headed towards ished in the top five. The heat cording to Kenney Maltais, based Grand has worked very hard to three years. “We’ve definitely starting position and then held the feature win. Caution placed victory went to Belanger. on the growth percentage in- get visitors to our area, and I seen more people, including off the hard charging #11 of the race into a 10 lap shootout It was round # 2 for the Kids creases, tourism in Coos County would say it is paying off,” said many new faces,” said Yelle, David Allen, winning his first fea- between Davis and Gooden. Only Day Care/Jiffy Mart Cy- is growing at a faster rate than Croteau. “We have seen an in- “which can only mean that word ture in the super stock division Gooden worked hard on the out- clone triple Crown series. The tourism in other regions of the crease in our business of at least is getting out far and wide about on Sherwin Williams/Eastman side as the duo raced without 100 lap event saw racing all state. “For the first time in recent 8 percent over 2008, and from what a wonderful place the North Trophy Night at Riverside contact until Gooden beat Davis around the speedway. When the history, there is one comprehen- 2009 to 2010, we have experi- Country is, and all it has to offer Speedway in Groveton NH Fri- to the line for the win. A final lap dust finally settled, Nick Pilotte sive marketing program for the enced a 12 percent hike.” Added visitors and residents alike.” day. Other winners included skirmish between Mike Paquett survived a late race restart to North Country that is reaching Croteau, thanks to the marketing New Hampshire Grand’s mar- David Ofsuryk, Sammy Gooden, and David Ofsuryk, allowed claim the victory. Jason Wyman, out to key visitor markets to in- efforts of New Hampshire Grand, keting outreach campaign in- Ben Belanger, Andy Hill, Tracie rookie driver Aaron Smith to Cole Kilby, Dana Graham, and troduce them to the diverse the North Country is receiving a cludes a promotional campaign, Nelson, and Nick Pilotte. take a podium finish. Veteran Jeff Ainsworth rounded out the range of lodging, dining, events, lot more exposure. “During the search engine ads, and an inter- Heated side by side battles Floyd Bennett captured fourth top five. Wyman and Pilotte are and outdoor activities available fall foliage season, we have peo- active website NHGrand.com. behind the leaders in the Bud- with Paquett salvaging a top five now tied for points in the three in Northern New Hampshire. I ple from all over the world – Eng- The website has been attracting weiser Super Stock division, finish. Heat victories went to race series. The final event will think it’s the best place in the land, France, Germany, China, a growing number of visitors, gave Roy and Allen some breath- Davis and Gooden. take place on Jiffy Mart night on world to come and relax and Canada, India, Italy,” said tripling its unique visits in just ing room to race freely up front. The Griffin Family Angels saw September 12th. recharge,” said Kenney Maltais. Croteau. “New Hampshire three months. In addition to the When the checkers flew, young Tracie Nelson in victory lane for Riverside is gearing up for its Many properties in Coos County Grand’s Northern NH Adventure website, New Hampshire Grand gun Nick Gilcris made it to the the second time this season. biggest event of the year this are reporting an increase in Guide, which includes great in- has reached nearly 5,000 people podium for the third spot. Point Tina Leveille drove to a second coming weekend on Saturday reservations and visitors to the formation on the towns, what to in 2010 through direct communi- leader Matt Carbone and Shawn place finish, with Vanessa Brown and Sunday. The Central As- region. According to Beth and do, where to go, and where to eat, cations. Hood rounded out the top five. nipping Shawna Whitcomb at phalt/Munces Superior spon- Carbone won the heat race. the line for third and fourth sored “Clash of the Titans” 150, The JA Corey/US Cellular place respectively. Stark’s Jenna paying $5000 to win, will take Halloween sale at historic Outlaws had a big evening that Randall finished fifth for the place on Sunday afternoon be- included a make-up feature. In ladies’ division. Nelson carried ginning at 1 PM. The Thunder Brown Company Barns in Milan the make-up event, the #73 of the checkered flag for the quali- Road Street Stocks, Budweiser With all the buzz in the news- on the East Milan Road in Berlin, ceeds from these sales go to- David Ofsuryk got to the finish fying race. Super Stocks, and Jiffy Mart Cy- papers about HorrorFest taking across from the state prison en- wards the purchase of heating oil line first with the #57 of Chan- The Twisted Tea Dwarf cars clones will all be on hand for place in Berlin in October, it is trance. Come browse through to keep open year round the Mof- dler Davis, the #01 of Sammy were on hand in force and 14 their scheduled events. not too early to start thinking two large tables of decorations, fett House Museum & Genealogy Gooden, Bethlehem’s Doug strong. New comer Andy Hill On Saturday night, Lancaster about Halloween. The Berlin & trick-or-treat supplies, and much Center located at 119 High Street Laleme, and Pittsburg’s Mike Pa- worked his way through traffic Auto Sales will sponsor the time Coos County Historical Society is more. You can't miss the full-size in Berlin. It is the only museum quett making it into the top five. and took the lead by lap 16. Hill trials for the Late Models and taking this opportunity to have skeleton! There will be only one in Coos County open year round Heat wins went to Jourdan Davis held on to score his first feature the Outlaws. $250 will be given its annual Halloween sale on Sat- more barn sale, so come take ad- five days a week. Donations, and Mike Paquett. win of the division. Bear Lapan to the fastest time trialers of urday, August 20. This fund-rais- vantage of all the many incredi- monetary or items, are always Running their feature for the in his #18, the #44 of Anthony each division. The Outlaws will ing sale will take place rain or ble bargains - from books and accepted, for either the Moffett Sherwin Williams’/Eastman Tro- Leary, Aric Cole, and Cole- run a 50 lap $500 to win feature. shine from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the games to glassware, dishes, pic- House Museum or the barns. See phy event, the Outlaws had a brook’s Bobby Riley, rounded The Street Stocks, Angels, historic Brown Company barns ture frames, and furniture. Pro- you at the Halloween sale! couple of hard hits and a sensa- out the top five. Qualifying races Dwarfs, and Daredevils will also tional side by side battle for the were won by Dennis O’Brien and be in action. The speedway al- win between Jourdan Davis and Lapan. lows free camping to make the Sammy Gooden. The #74 of Doug The Town & Country Motor weekend affordable for its race Laleme took a hard hit from the Inn Street Stocks were small in fans. AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT B5 ••• A Century in Coös Compiled by Cathy Grondin 1911 preventing the rescue of Doherty been an easy matter to clip 10 or crowded the four days with big in the 191-200 mile zone. This phone services. It was explained A former Lancaster boy, when help was actually needed. 15 minutes from every game if things and good things and are price represents an advance of 16 that lightening had shorted some Harold Bridge, son of John D. Jefferson— At about 4:30 Fri- there had been a little speed. looking for record crowds. cents above the price for June, circuits and put such a load on Bridge of the Rumford Press in day morning fire was discovered An imposing military funeral The popular Waumbek links at and 48 cents above the price in the dial center that the whole of- Concord, a one time proprietor of in the home of Darius Rayfus and was accorded Friday afternoon to Jefferson will be the scene today July of last year. fice was thrown out. the Democrat, had a narrow es- in less than an hour it was burned the remains of Corp. Dewey W. In- of an exceptional golf exhibition. Heavy taxpayers — Twin State 1981 cape from drowning last Satur- to the ground. The fire spread so gerson, which were recently re- The famous “Joe” Kirkwood has Gas and Electric Company pays Lunenburg — Town Clerk day. Young Mr. Bridge was quickly he was unable to go to ceived from France. The Dewey accepted the invitation of Man- the largest tax bill in the town of Sheila Rivard received word on bathing in the Contoocook River the telephone. There was nothing Ingerson Post No. 41, American ager Mark Whitman to play there Lancaster. Others noted are the Monday from the Civil Defense with D.H. Doherty of Concord, saved and the family barely es- Legion, of Whitefield was in and this master of shots will make Thompson Manufacturing Com- people in Burlington that the Con- and it was in his efforts to save caped with their lives. charge and all the ex-service men the course this afternoon. It is ex- pany, P.J. Noyes, A. Piche, Stan- necticut might flood due to heavy his companion who was 1921 in the community cooperated. pected there will be a large dard Oil Company, and Si- rains in the north. But the water drowned, that he nearly lost his Baseball— Lancaster defeat- 1931 gallery. wooganock Guaranty Savings lost its punch by the time it got own life. There were some re- ed Colebrook and Canaan and Things are shaping up well for 1941 Bank. here and no damage was report- ports that Bridge and Doherty lost to the Bethlehems… A bat- the Lancaster Fair which will Milk prices up — The blended 1951 ed. were fooling around previously ting bee in the 5th inning gave open with a whoop on Labor Day price to producers in the Boston Advertisement — DANCE — Lancaster — Fans of John with fake calls for help and that Lancaster a win over Colebrook, and continue until 6 o’clock milkshed for July milk is $2.24 per Every Saturday night, Nicholas Philip Sousa are in for a real treat may have caused sufficient delay 6 to 2. It was noted it would have Thursday night. The officers have hundredweight at country plants Hall, West Lunenburg, Vt. Music tonight as the Lancaster Town by Chaloux Band. Round and Band combines its skills with the Square dancing. 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 Groveton Grenadiers and the Weeks Memorial Library a.m. EST. Stark Rangers to present Sousa A suspicion — Our sympathy night. The concert starts at 8 p.m. is expressed to the US Senator at the bandstand. Providing the able title of Ben Mizzrich’s book phy” by Melanie Benjamin. Of Among the new mysteries who was recently kicked in the weather cooperates, a “twirl of about “the amazing story be- course, there’s new fiction. are several from favorite au- mouth by a horse. We have long fire” is promised. hind the most audacious heist Among the titles are “Blue Vel- thors. “Cat in a Vegas Gold been suspicious, however, that 1991 in history.” The theft vet” by Iris Johansen, “Over- Vendetta” is another of the Mid- some others in Washington have Success — Attempts by res- was of a moon rock from the bite” by Meg Cabot, and “Mira- night Louie stories by Carole been kicked by horses, in some cue workers to recover the body By Iris W. Baird supposedly secure museum at cle Beach” a novel by Erin Celel- Nelson Douglas. “Dick Francis’s other parts of their heads. of a man who died while hiking There’s not much science fic- NASA, and the thief wanted it as lo, set on Vancouver Island. Gamble” is by his son Felix Fran- Guildhall, Vt. — The town cel- the Mahoosuc area of the Ap- tion or fantasy coming in to the a present for his fiancée. Com- “The Amish Nanny” by Mindy cis. Charlaine Harris and sever- ebrated its 200th Birthday Sun- palachian Trail on Friday were library these days, for a variety puters and their ramifications Stearns Clark and Leslie Gould al of her colleagues join in day with good weather prevailing hampered by darkness and steep, of reasons. But some does ar- make good subjects these days. in another of the novels in the “Home Improvement – the Un- for all the ceremonies. About rough terrain. The hiker, from rive, and among the recent ad- On a practical note there’s yet “Women of Lancaster County. dead Edition” to write short sto- 1500 were estimated to have at- Pennsylvania, was stricken about ditions is “Ghost Story, a novel another of the “Dummies” Wanda E. Brunstetter has put ries with vampires as leading tended the festivities. 1 p.m.; his wife and his 12-year- of the Dresden Files” by Jim books. This one is “MACs for three of her Amish historical characters. It’s a good season 1961 old granddaughter tried to revive Butcher. Also\n new is “How Dummies’ by Edward C. Baig. novels into one book, “Live to indulge in thrillers and other Colebrook man hurt in tractor him. When that failed, the two Precious Was that While” the “I’m Feeling Lucky” by Douglas Finds a Home.” “Folly Beach” is stories of suspense. Among the accident. Glen Goodwin seems to hiked out to their car and drove second book in Piers Anthony’s Edwards is subtitled “the con- one of the Lowcountry tales set latest are “Before I go to Sleep” be making a favorable recovery to the Big Apple where they autobiography. He’s well known fessions of Google employee in the Carolinas, by Dorothea by S. J. Watson, “The Accident” from injuries he received when called the Berlin Police. as a prolific writer in the sci-fi number 59.” “Muzzled: the As- Benton Frank. “The Borrower” by Linwood Barclay, “The Ideal operating a hay baler last Hurricane “Bob” does little field. “Currier and Ives” by F. A. sault on Honest Debate” is by by Rebecca Makkai stars a chil- Man” by Julie Garwood, and Wednesday. He was driving a harm to the region. About 250 res- Cunningham is one of the Amer- Julian Williams, who was fired dren’s librarian. “Lustrum” by “The Nightmare Thief” by Meg tractor attached to a hay baler idences in the area were without ican Arts Library’s short books from his post after he offered Robert Harris turns out to be Gardiner. It’s always helpful to when it overturned, followed by power for a short time Monday about artists. It includes biog- some opinions as part of his not new at all. It’s the British have some new ideas for ways the baler falling on Mr. Goodwin. night as Hurricane Bob made its raphical information as well as news remarks. One “biography” edition of the novel printed in to cook and present foods. “The An accident occurred in way up the New England coast- a lot about their work. “Sex on which is pure fiction is “Mrs. the United States as “Conspira- Art of Breakfast” by Dana Moos Whitefield on Rte. 116 new the line. Power outages were noted the Moon: is the rather improb- Tom Thumb, the Autobiogra- ta.” promises to demonstrate “how Bilodeau residence, when a car in Lost Nation Road in Groveton to bring B&B entertainment operated by Martin Riley, 24, of and Lancaster and also in Co- home.” Those hostelries are Brunswick Naval Air Station in lumbia. Pest Workshop scheduled in Lancaster usually noted for unusual and Maine, went off the highway, 2001 imaginative offerings. From the turned over and landed on its top. Berlin — American Tissue LANCASTER — Join us for a The New Hampshire Division of terested growers. There is no American Heart Association brief workshop of both new and Pesticide Control has granted - cost for this meeting and no The family miraculously escaped Inc., a parent of the Pulp and Pa- comes another useful selection with minor bumps and bruises; per of America mills in Berlin and ever present pests we are en- 1- Re-certification credit to pre-registration required. For of “Healthy Family Meals – 150 countering. Friday, August 19 those attending. Following this questions and additional infor- they were visiting relatives in Lit- Gorham, has been unable to re- Recipes.” “Insanewiches; 101 tleton. port any new word on refinanc- noon to 1:15 p.m., Granite State meeting, we will take a look at mation, contact Steve at the Ways to Think outside the Room of the UNH Cooperative the results of some small-scale UNH Cooperative Extension of- 1971 ing its operations, according to Lunchbox” by Adrian Fiorino William Mintzer, 29, of Jeffer- Commissioner George Bald, who Extension Office Building, just garlic, potato and grain trials fice in Coös County, 788-4961. comes in handy now for picnics north of Lancaster on Route 3. and distribute materials to in- son had the only accident to mar heads up the Department of Re- and will be good for the back- Jefferson’s 175th year birthday sources and Economic Develop- to-school time as well. “The when he was driving a buggy and ment. Cheating Chef’s Secret Cook- was struck by a tractor-trailer. He Councilor Ray Burton flew in- TRIO-FAIRGROUNDS book: 517 Recipes in 4 Steps or was taken to Weeks Memorial to the Mount Washington Re- Less” is from the editors at Hospital where he was treated by gional Airport on August 6 as part Reader’s Digest, and outlines Dr. B. H. Blodgett for a compound of a daylong tour of the state’s some tricks chefs use to pre- fracture to his right ankle. system of small airports located pare their dishes quickly. And, An electrical storm Wednes- in District One. He arrived at 3 just in case the noble hunter is day afternoon last week put the p.m. right on schedule in a Piper lucky this fall, John Weiss hands Lancaster telephone dial center Aztec (N40567) piloted by Har- out “The Ultimate Guide to out of business and with it the vey Sawyer of Jaffrey. Butchering Deer.”

PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER Richard "Stretch" Martin, left, of Guildhall, chatted with UNH Coop. Ext. dairy specialist Michal Lunak of North Haverhill, and UNH Coop. Ext. agricultural resources specialist Steve Turaj of Lancaster about activ- ities he’s helping to plan at the upcoming Lancaster Fair (Aug. 31 to Sept. 5): sunflower growers’ compe- tition; a display of nine whiskey stills collected by Mark Yelle of the Potato Barn Antiques; and very like- ly a moose call contest. The three men working at the Breedshow for Holstein, Brown Swiss, and Milking Shorthorns, held on Aug. 6 at the Lancaster Fairgrounds. B6 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT AUGUST 17, 2011 ••• Mt. Washington Auto Road marks 150th birthday weekend with big celebrations PINKHAM NOTCH —It was his- year old cars, ornate and painstak- tory in the making all this past week- ingly restored, (valued at between end at the Mt. Washington Auto $60,000 and $150,000) took a drive Road as hundreds of invited guests to the top of the Northeast's high- and thousands of the traveling pub- est peak to further celebrate the lic arrived at the base of the Auto history-making day. The US Postal Road on Route 16 in Pinkham Service was also on hand to offer a Notch. Beginning with a classic car one day only commemorative pic- show on Friday night, the event was torial postmark, recognizing the Mt. on Saturday-- a Victorian Gala Washington Auto Road's unique Evening, attended by more than 150 place in history as the nation's first time travelers in period attire. The manmade attraction. "The Mt. evening featured a theatrical pres- Washington Auto Road may be a entation by Darby Field (portrayed New Hampshire and American icon, by Auto Road media director Steven but it is also a family business, Caming), who introduced "voices" owned and run by the same families from Mt. Washington's past in a for more than a century," noted presentation that included vehicles Howie Wemyss, Auto Road General from the Carriage Road's history be- Manager. "We all take immense ing driven through the elegant pavil- pride in being a part of this re- ion tent. Victorian dancing, elabo- markable history and the day to day rate birthday cakes in the shape of operations that take place here. Auto Road vehicles and a magnifi- This whole season has been an op- PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER cent fireworks display capped off portunity to see a glimpse of the Au- Sam Heyliger Manika Druke the night's festivities. Sunday fea- to Road's past come to life". Spon- tured an employee reunion bring- sors for the 150th birthday festivi- ing back individuals who'd worked ties include: PSNH, Berlin City Auto on the Auto Road going as far back Group, Northway Bank, Infan- as the 1950s. An evening presenta- tine/Cross Insurance, Pike Indus- WMRSD students play tion of a new documentary on White tries, Acadia Insurance and Fair- Mountain Artists and writers called Point Communications. This event- "Brush and Pen" was screened for ful season continues: Upcoming an appreciative audience, as the sesquicentennial events include a staff prepared for another day of Roaring Twenties evening on Au- celebration on Monday, August 8th, gust 27 and a Colonial Muster in the violin solos for G & C the Auto Road's actual 150th Birth- Mountains Sept. 9-11. For More in- day. Monday's activities have in- formation about past or future By Edith Tucker take lessons from Jason La- Heyliger, a rising WES fifth and members of the Executive cluded a steam car rally which events, contact the Mt. Washington [email protected] bore, LRS general music grader, and Manika Druke, a Council before their Wednes- brought more than 20 vintage vehi- Auto Road at 466-3988 or online at BRETTON WOODS — Three teacher and WMRSD Director rising LES fifth grader — day, Aug. 10, meeting at the cles, (mostly Stanley Steamers) to www.mtwashingtonautoroad.c student violinists, all members of Strings — Elise Temkit, a ris- played short solo pieces in Omni Mount Washington Ho- the Auto Road. Many of these 100+ om of the WMRSD orchestra who ing freshman at WMRHS, Sam front of Governor John Lynch tel. Jewelry Trunk Show at League Horrible Bosses rate as good comedy of NH Craftsmen Gallery By: Tyler Leighton, stops just to add in another gag, Contributing writer and when it was time for the ending LITTLETON — Anne Hanson, She has a preference for \At its core Horrible Bosses is a everything was wrapped up nice of Dunstable will bring a trunk shaping metal into curves, and vulgar, ridiculous, and at its center and quickly. Above all it was a fun- show of her jewelry to the Lit- hand etching. “I often start with a stupid movie, but oddly enough ny comedy, which is becoming sur- tleton League of NH Craftsmen sheets of bi-metal, 18 karat gold that’s what made it a surprisingly prisingly rare. The main thing that I Gallery on Saturday, August 20, fused onto sterling silver. My good comedy. The plot behind Hor- didn’t like about Horrible Bosses is from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. manipulation of metal is unique rible Bosses is that three friends are that you really have to try not to Anne is a metalsmith and jew- and requires time-consuming at a bar one night and they tell each think to much about the premise elry designer who works in a va- cutting and texturing through other of the terrible experiences because then the movie makes no riety of metals, primarily Argen- hammering or etching. For the that they had with their bosses re- sense. Dale could have easily just tium sterling silver, 14k gold, curves I use a variety of tools to cently. Nick (Jason Bateman), a sued Jennifer Aniston for all the sex- and bi-metal (18k on silver). Tex- bend and twist the metal, and hard working under appreciated of- ual harassment; really any of the turing and dimension are key el- other tools to get the domes ef- fice worker, who’s boss (Kevin three main characters could have ements in her pieces, which fect.” She says, “My workbench Spacey) takes out the anger he has gotten their boss thrown in jail for Anne handcrafts herself, includ- is one continuous collage of met- because of his cheating ex wife on something. Although as long as you ing cutting the metal, molding it al pieces - wires, textured scraps his employees. Dale (Charlie Day), can just accept that this is the way into shape, filing, soldering, and of metal, all different shapes and a recently engaged dentist’s assis- that the movie is going to work then polishing the finished pieces. thicknesses. Add to this an as- tant, who’s boss (Jennifer Anniston) you shouldn’t have to much of a Her designs are inspired by sortment of pliers, shears and is sexually harassing him. And Kurt problem with it. Also Colin Ferrell is forms in nature, like rolling hills hammers, and I have a great en- (Jason Sudeikis), who actually likes really wasted, his character is fea- and waves. She incorporates vironment for creating jewelry.” his boss until he died of a massive tured in the end credit bloopers, gentle curves, textures and pat- Anne received a BA in Art Edu- heart attack and his coke addicted which are worth watching, almost terns that resemble raindrops cation from Cornell College in sex crazed son (Colin Ferrell) takes as much as he was featured in the and the surfaces of leaves. Each Iowa, doing her thesis work in over. Kurt then comments that their entire film Overall Horrible Bosses piece of her jewelry is unique, jewelry and ceramics. After op- lives would be much easier if all was a great surprise. I walked in ex- though she often creates nu- erating a 200+ acre dairy farm in their bosses were dead, and after pecting to see a bunch of idiots get merous pieces wit the same ba- Wisconsin and raising three thinking it over they decide to hire themselves into giant amounts of tion with master classes at the Walthan, MA. She became a sic design. The results are di- daughters, Anne and her hus- a hit man and kill their bosses. The trouble because of how stupid they DeCordova Museum in Lincoln, state-juried member of the mensional, lightweight, simple band returned to Dunstable and only problem is that instead of hir- were. What I saw was a few average MA, the Worcerter Center for League of NH Craftsmen in and elegant. she resumed her jewelry educa- ing a hit man they hire a murder guys trying to actually get some- Crafts, and MetalWerx in 1997 for her work in ear- consultant (Jamie Foxx) who is go- thing done until mistakes that any- rings, bracelets, necklaces ing to try to coach them through body would have made unravel and pins, where it was not- murdering each other’s bosses. One their plan and cause crazy amounts ed that “the level of care in- of the things that I loved about this of chaos. Everybody involved was volved in her work is out- movie was how it was constantly great and the result was a movie standing.” The trunk show being funny. The characters are al- that is well worth watching. is free and everyone is wel- ways talking and constantly pro- come to meet Anne and see ducing lines that will no doubt have 3 out of 5 combovers her distinctive collection of you chuckling if nothing else. Also You’ll Love Jamie Foxx jewelry. The League Gallery the main cast of Bateman, Sudeikis, Its Always Making Jokes is located at 81 Main St. in and Day have great chemistry and It Earns It’s R Rating Littleton, next to the Village it really helps to bring some of the Book Store. For more infor- bits that weren’t great up to par with You’ll Hate The Slow Opening mation call the Gallery at the rest of the film. The pacing was Colin Ferrell’s Underused 444-1099. also very good, the movie never Not All The Jokes Work AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT B7 •••

ALL PHOTOS BY ALAN PLUMMER Daredevil Veteran winner Antony Lacoss Daredevil Rookie winner Colby Bourgeious Makeup feature winner Luke Shannon

Dwarf Car winner Aric Cole Angels winner Shauna Whitcomb Super Stock winner Matt Carbone

Late Model winner Jeff Marshall Street Stock winner Dean Switser Jr. Jeff Marshall with plaque he was awarded for a guaranteed starting spot for the Clash of the Titans race. Jeff Marshall captures Clash of the Titans Qualifier at Riverside Speedway Red hot Riverside Speedway hard charging Marshall for the the outside door of Mason’s #10. the checkers for the veterans and Labrecque had a solid night tak- The Town & Country Motor Inn Lat Model driver, Jeff Marshall, win, Mason finished third with the Marshall drove his car in a ton in- the #82 of Colby Bourgioes cap- ing home a top five. saw just eight cars take the green. made a bold and daring move on #77 of Brandon Lambert fourth to the final turn, reaching the third tured the rookie division check- The Budweiser Super Stocks However the top three cars put on the outside on the final lap of the and the #31 of Derek Ming fifth. groove. Mason’s car again would ers. saw Trevor Roy get to the front a spectacular display of on the Late Model feature and nipped In the feature for the automat- not get the needed bite off the cor- Shawn Whitcomb continued early. However, the rookie could edge of your seat racing. Veteran Stark NH’s Bryan Mason at the fin- ic starting spot for the up coming ner and Marshall squeezed per- her winning ways with a victory in not hold off defending champion Dean Switser captured his first ish line to capture the Sign De- “Clash of the Titans”, Lyndon Ver- fectly between the front stretch the Griffin family Angel division. Matt Carbone and young gun Nick feature of 2011. Jason Kenison pot/Kingdom Embroidery “Clash mont’s Paul Schartner III brought wall and Mason to take the elec- Tracie Nelson took the runner-up Gilcris. Carbone rolled to the vic- went third with Tom Sokolis and of the Titan” qualifying race at the field to green. Schartner held trifying victory. “I’ve got to thank spot, with Milan’s Tina Leveille tory with Gilcris in hot pursuit. the #57 of Matt Schartner in fifth. Riverside Speedway Saturday in the competition at bay until the the car owner and the crew for taking third. Vanessa Brown in her Roy, Stephen Donahue, and David The )3 of Kenison won the heat Groveton. Other winners on the #10 of Bryan Mason assumed giving me this chance,” said an ex- #41 race car, carried the winner’s Allen rounded out the top five. event. night included Luke Shannon, An- command on lap 21. Great racing hausted and smiling Marshall in flag in the heat race. Roy carried the spoils of victory Riverside will turn its attention thony Lacoss, Colby Bourgeious, in the middle of the pack, allowed victory lane. “I wasn’t sure it The Twisted Tea Dwarf cars in the qualifying race. to Friday night this coming week- Shawna Whitcomb, Aric Cole, the #31 of Ming to break free and would stick way up in the top were well represented. Twelve The Jiffy Mart Cyclones were end. The racing action is spon- Nick Pilotte, and Dean Switser. begin his chase of Mason. Mar- groove, but it did and I am very cars in the pits and ready to set 20 strong in numbers. The action sored by Sherwin Williams and The evening began with a shall had a five car length distance happy.“ Bryan Mason, Ming, sail on the high banked quarter was all over the track that even- Eastman Trophy and begins at 7 make-up Late Model feature. to make-up as he reached the top Corey Mason, and Brett Gervais mile. The #27 of Aric Cole got his tually saw the #11 of Nick Pilotte PM. The night includes a make-up Rookie driver Luke Shannon bat- three with 10 laps remaining. Mar- rounded out the top five. Qualify- first feature win of the division, take the lead from Nick Miller with Outlaw/Sportsman race. Super tled Groveton’s Corey Mason on shall got past Ming with just sev- ing wins went to Cody Hodge and beating the hard charging Dave just three laps to go. Miller fin- Stocks, Angels, Dwarf Cars, Out- the outside and got to the front on en laps to go as the #32 racer got Marshall. Gyger to the finish line. Veteran ished a great night in the runner- law/Sportsman and Street Stocks. lap 30. The racing was spectacu- to Mason’s back bumper on the The Caron Building Center and driver, Sparky Lapan, raced home up spot. Dana Graham, Chris The second round of the Kids On- lar with the top five cars all door white flag lap. A loose handling the Sign Depot Daredevils ran third. The steady Kevin Hockman Ouellette, and Chris Caron all fin- ly Day Care Cyclone/Enduro 100 to door and bumper to bumper. car off the corner on the back their features together. Anthony drove his #33 machine to fourth ished in the top five. Heat wins will be on the card, along with the At the line Shannon held off the stretch allowed Marshall to reach Lacoss in his #1 race car carried place and the #21 of Jeremy went to Miller and Cole Kilby. return of spectator drags.

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With multiple fi- phone 837-9322. [email protected] to Democrat, P.O. Box 29, Lancaster, NH 03584 ancées, a trusty housekeeper, and COURTESY PHOTO a visiting friend, Bernard would The comedic farce Boeing-Boeing Thursday, August 18 seem to have it all. As a matter of lands in Whitefield at the fact, he has more than enough, Weathervane Theatre, beginning and as doors slam, situations in- August 15. With Weathervane Stewart Gates of the NH Small Business Devel- terweave, the emerging tangle is performance company members opment Center (NH SBDC) will be available to meet with en- the stuff farce – and laughter - is Francis Kelly, Anna Lise Jensen, trepreneurs, by appointment only, for no cost business coun- made of. Simon Fortin appears as Katherine McLaughlin, Dana Musgrove, Simon Fortin, and seling, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Business Enterprise Development Bernard, with a trio of stew- Corporation (BEDCO), 177 Main Street, Berlin, New Hampshire. ardesses Katherine McLaughlin, Shinnerrie Jackson, and direction from Steve Witting, the award- Call 752-3319 for appointment. Anna Lise Jensen, and Dana Mus- winner promises a laughter-filled grove. Shinnerrie Jackson plays evening. Boeing-Boeing joins the housekeeper Berthe, and Fran- musicals Putnam County Spelling Shear Perfection in downtown Lancaster will hold a mixer cis Kelly arrives to visit his old pal Bee, The Music Man, and Swing from 5 – 8 p.m. Shear Perfection is a full service salon. Owner whose flat (adjacent to the air- Set in alternating rep: phone Denise Bissonnette is packing many activities into one evening. port) is meant to be an alternating 837-9322 for schedule and ticket information. To showcase their talents Denise and her staff will be offering household, strictly run by the air- free mini manicures, mini pedicures, and mini massages. A rep- resentative, through Paul Mitchell hair products, will be on Concert: “Songs for a Summer Night” hand to purchase your unwanted silver and gold. Appoint- LANCASTER — Franconia- Music Festival, the Pittsburgh ments for all the services are required. Contact Shear Perfec- born soprano Victoria Cole and Festival Orchestra and Shadyside tions located at 81 Main Street, Suite #6 or call 788-2891. Russian pianist Sergey Music Festival under the baton of Marchukov joined by flutist Mol- Robert Page. She maintains an Friday, August 19 ly Tobin will give a concert of mu- active teaching studio in Franco- sic for voice, f lute, and piano on nia and serves as Music Director Yard Sale — To benefit the White Mountain Community Col- Saturday August 20 at 7:00 p.m. at of the Franconia Community St Paul’s Episcopal Church in Lan- Church. lege Childcare Program, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Twitchell House caster. Flutist Molly Tobin studied across from the college at 2020 Riverside Drive, Berlin, contact The concert includes an Ital- Flute Performance with Wendy Lorraine at 723-2862 for more information. ian cantata by Handel, songs by Mehne at Ithaca College, where Rimsky-Korsakov, Tchaikovsky, she graduated with a degree in Saturday, August 20 and de Falla as well as piano mu- Music Education. After beginning sic by Liszt and Prokofiev. her career in Connecticut, she Mahoosuc Land Trust first annual gourmet hike 10 a.m. at Victoria Cole, soprano, serves moved to the North Country, on the voice faculty of Plymouth where she has been teaching in- the Rumford Whitecap trailhead on the East Andover Road, State University. Before moving strumental lessons, Band, Gener- Rumford. Moderately strenuous 6 mile round trip hike. Bring back to the North Country. s has al Music and Chorus in a variety burgh, Pa. He immigrated to the Pittsburgh area. a gourmet dish to share at the top. (*Gourmet is anything be- sung with opera companies such of local schools. She continues to US in 1995 from his native Russia Suggested donation for the yond gorp or peanut butter and jelly.) Also bring plate, eating as Tri-Cities Opera, Pittsburgh be an active musician in the sur- where he studied at the Voronezh concert is $10 for adults. St. utensils and a drink. Call 207-824-3806 or email info@ma- Opera Theatre, and the Pitts- rounding communities, both in State Academy of the Arts, where Paul’s Episcopal is handicapped- hoosuc.org to RSVP so we know how many to expect. Re- burgh Savoyards. Most recently ensembles and as a soloist. his major teacher was Mr. V. accessible. Ample parking pro- member water, snack, bug and sun protection as well. she appeared on the Wolfeboro Pianist Sergey Marchukov is Khananaev. He is active as a vided. For further information, Friends of Music Series. She has currently on the music faculty of soloist, teacher, accompanist, please call Victoria Cole at 603- sung as soloist at the Berkshire Point Park University in Pitts- and chamber musician in the 823-8125. Halloween sale at the historic Brown Company Barns on the East Milan Road in Berlin from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. rain or shine. Many trick-or-treat supplies, decorations and much Art at the Rocks features food, auction, raffle and more more. All sales benefit Moffett House Museum & Genealogy BETHLEHEM — Enjoy a love- Center located at 119 High Street in Berlin. It is the only mu- ly summer evening at The Rocks seum in Coos County open year round five days a week. and support the Littleton Studio School at the same time. Art at The Rocks, on Thursday, August Wednesday, August 24 25, features delicious hors d’oeu- vres and dinner, unique items in The North Country Garden Club is pleased to announce that a silent auction and raffle, and its August meeting will feature a presentation on North Coun- limited edition handcrafted try Orchids by Chris Mattrick of the U.S. Forest Service. Yes, plates available for purchase we do have orchids in the North Country, but unfortunately with dinner. Tickets are $35 each and can be purchased at the Lit- not the spectacular varieties common to the tropics. This will tleton Gallery of the League of be an encore presentation to his excellent one given as part of New Hampshire Craftsmen, Main the Weeks Park summer program last year. The meeting will Street, Littleton, or by calling 444- be at the Weeks Memorial Library in Lancaster, beginning at 1066 or e-mailing littleton.stu- 6:30 p.m. As always, the public is invited to attend. [email protected]. Just 80 tickets are available, so anyone Thursday, August 25 who plans to attend is encour- aged to buy their ticket early. Many items have been donated Art at The Rocks benefits Littleton Studio School. Featur- for the raffle and silent auction. ing delicious hors d’oeuvres and dinner, unique items in a “We are delighted with the gen- silent auction and raffle, and limited edition handcrafted plates erosity of local groups, vendors available for purchase with dinner. Tickets are $35; purchase and citizens who have made do- at Littleton Gallery of League of NH Craftsmen store, Main nations,” say Chuck Lovett, Vice Street, Littleton; call 444-1066 or e-mail President of the Board. “There will truly be something for every- [email protected]. The evening begins with one in the raffle and silent auc- appetizers at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00, and concludes tion!” The following are examples by artists and potters and in- dinner follows with the excite- and appreciate fine traditional with the drawing of raffle prizes and announcement of the win- of some of the items. For those clude a beautiful framed pastel of ment and entertainment of the and contemporary handcrafted ners of the silent auction. who like fun and adventure, the fishermen in a boat on a New drawing of the raffle prizes. The works through classes and work- Franconia Soaring Association Hampshire lake by local artist evening concludes with dessert shops guided by highly skilled has donated a glider ride. Imag- Janet Partridge. From abroad, and the announcement of the artisans. The school features a Saturday and Sunday, August 27-28 ine soaring the skies of Franconia Teresa Mullins of the United King- winners of the silent auction. pottery and jewelry studio, with and viewing the Franconia Ridge, dom, recognized for her detailed classes taught by both juried the Presidential Range and the sketches, has donated a print of “In 2010, 400 people — chil- League members and profession- Gem & Mineral Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 bucolic scenes of the area from her sketch of Butch Cassidy and dren, teens and adults — partic- al local artists. Also offered are a a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, at the Everett Arena, 15 Loudon Road, an aerial view. Also appealing to the Sundance Kid. An original wa- ipated in our programs,” says growing number of classes and Concord. This is Capital Mineral Club’s 48th annual festival, those who like the outdoors are tercolor painting by renowned lo- board member Betsy Fraser. “Our workshops in other media, in- with retail and wholesale dealers, displays, raffles and prizes. two Cross-Country Ski Passes do- cal artist L. Gerard Paine has programs provide an opportuni- cluding painting, drawing and Admission is $5 for adults and children under 12 free with nated by Franconia Inn for winter been received and the School is ty for community members from basketry. adult. FMI: www.capitalmineralclub.org. access to their more than 65 kilo- deciding how to proceed with all around the region to receive meters of trails. For those who this generous and unique dona- art instruction and incorporate The nonprofit Studio School enjoy fine dining, Lovett’s Inn has tion. Exquisite pottery includes a art in their lives. As a new organ- has eight board members; three Wednesday, August 31 donated dinner for two ($90 val- large platter by Robinson Studio ization, and as a non-profit group, part-time coordinators; and 20 Lancaster Fair runs through September 5 ue) and there are also gift certifi- in Weare, along with unique pots, we need to establish a broad base artisan instructors; and receives Saturday, September 3 cates from Tim-Bir Alley, Baili- bowls, a creamer and more by lo- of support to ensure the success support from workshop fees, do- wicks and other restaurants. cal potters. of our program. Proceeds from nations, awards and grants. It has Twin Mountain — Annual Antique Tractor & Engine Show Continuing the food and drink Dozens of other items are in- the classes that we conduct cov- just won WREN’s Take Up the featuring IH Tractors and Engines. Other makes & models also theme, there is an authentic Ger- cluded in the raffle and silent auc- er only part of our operating ex- Challenge Competition, and will man stein with pewter cap from tion, such as a lesson in artisan penses and we depend on suc- use the award to make the orga- welcome. Show your tractor or antique engine from 10 a.m. till Stuttgart, Germany, along with bread making; two season pass- cessful fundraisers, grants and nization’s business processes 2 p.m. Located at the junction of Route 3 and 302, Twin Mt In- specialty beers. For those who es to the 2012 North Country private donations to keep the more effective and provide train- formation Booth and Town Hall, Twin Mt, NH. The Twin Mt like pampering, a $200 gift cer- Chamber Players performances; school operational. We hope that ing to staff in the use of new tools, Bretton Woods Historical Society. For info contact Phil Bell tificate from Fresh Salon and Day a performance by The Laughing many people will come out on Au- so that it can meet its goal of 869-2181. Spa in Littleton will be among the Couple; and much, much more. gust 25 to support us and enjoy reaching a broader audience and great items available. There will Local potters have also creat- a fabulous evening at Art at The increasing class registration. Twin Mt Bretton Woods Annual Yard Sale. Located at the be a hand-crafted butterfly pin ed limited edition plates that can Rocks.” View a complete class schedule from the League of New Hamp- be purchased on a first-come, at http://www.nhcrafts.org/local- junction of Route 3 and 302, Twin Mt Information Booth and shire Craftsmen and local artisan first-serve basis. The evening be- Founded in 2008, the nonprof- sites/littleton/studioschool.html Town Hall, Twin Mt. Items to include day beds, sleeper couch- Beth Simon is donating a piece of gins with appetizers at 6 p.m. it Littleton Studio School pro- , or call 603-444-1066 for more in- es, tables chairs, baby furniture & items, bicycles, Christmas the beautiful jewelry she makes. sharp. The raffle, silent auction vides educational opportunities formation. decorations and many more items to list. All proceeds to ben- Many items have been donated and plate sale begin at 6. A buffet for students of all ages to create efit the Twin Mt Bretton Woods Historical Society. For Info con- tact Mike Gooden, 846-5536. how can you Saturday, October 22 I can I can I can keep a kid off drugs? Crafters Wanted — 3rd Annual Christmas in October craft paint 1 877 KIDS 313 coach dance www.youcanhelpkids.org sale coming Saturday, October 22nd, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Whitefield. 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WWW.VISCODIRECT.COM Step One (Alcohol and Other Drug Gilford at 88 Sleeper Hill Road dwelling that indicates any preference, NH Services) in Berlin is seeking a mature, Auctions/Antiques/Aucti (Near Piches). limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, self-motivated individual to work a oneers Wanted To Buy familial status or national origin, flexible 40 hour, 11PM to 7AM work FLEA MARKET Sat. Aug. 20 - 9am - or an intention to make any such week, may include weekends and/or preference, limitation or discrimination.” Auctioneers 2pm Rain date: TBA Route 3A - holidays. Must be able to work inde- Private Collector (The Fair Housing Act of Bridgewater @ Newfound Grocery pendently and under stressful condi- C.W. Gray & Sons, Inc. 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c)) Store Buy, Sell, Trade, Barter, This paper will not knowingly tions, possess a valid driver’s license East Thetford, VT. Buying Paintings Exchange & Explore Antiques, accept any advertising which is in and be willing to submit to a criminal 802-785-2161 by Cape Ann and White Mt. Artists Furniture, Collectibles, Art & Unique violation of the law. Our readers background check. Position offers a Farm equipment. & Champney, Shapleigh, Gruppe and are hereby informed, that all Junk 1964 Shasta Camper - 1997 VW solid benefit package. Contact: Send consignment sales. Hibbard, etc. dwellings advertised in this Cabrio Convertible Newfound Grocery letter of introduction and resume to Livestock dealer. Immediate payment newspaper are available on an serves: breakfast, lunch & yummy ice equal opportunity basis. Gloria Genna at Step One, 33 Spring made. cream See you at the SaLe! To complain of discrimination call HUD St., Berlin, NH 03570. For more infor- Barn/Garage/ Yard Sales Send photos toll free at 1-800-669-9777. mation about this position, call 752- PO Box 2180 For The Washington DC area, 8033 or email [email protected] HUGE YARD SALE, contents of coun- Wolfeboro, NH please call HUD at 275-9200. try gift shop. Also chests, crocks, MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE/ 03894 The toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is household items, constructions items. BAKE SALE Saturday, August 20, [email protected] 9am-3pm, Rain or Shine. 1035 1-800-927-9275. Saturday/ Sunday, Aug. 20 & 21. Route call Tim @ 603-569-3510 You may also call 93, Exit 36/South Franconia, 100 feet Profile Road, Franconia. Clothes, The New Hampshire from ramp. Books, Toys, Games, Electronics, Commission for Human Rights Furniture, Sporting Goods, at 603-271-2767, Knick-Knacks, etc...one of us is or write MOVING SALE! Furniture, appli- even Moving! Something for The Commission at 163 Loudon Road, Concord, NH 03301 ances, tools, antiques, mopeds and Everyone! Stop by, enjoy a drink books. Everything must go! 809 Cozy Neither the publisher nor the and a snack, and bring home advertiser will be liable for Nook Road, Concord VT. Just over the some treasures! To Benefit USA misinformation, typographical errors, Dalton/Lunenburg bridge. Every Sat in Karate Littleton, Tournament etc. herein contained. The Publisher August 9AM-8PM. For details (603) Team reserves the right to refuse any 996-1016. advertising. AUGUST 17, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT B13 ••• TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS

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PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER Active 4-H Club members Jacob Brady, left, of Columbia, a rising senior at WMRHS, and Lucas DeBlois, also of Columbia, a rising senior at Colebrook Academy, who were both competing on Aug. 9 in the 4-H qualifying competition to represent New Hampshire in the Eastern States Exposition next month, had a chance to talk dairy at the Lancaster Fairgrounds with Caleb Mason of Stratford, a 2010 Stratford High School graduate who is now a rising sophomore at St. Anselm College in Manchester.

PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER The JTOTC color guard — Joseph Dami, left, Amy Belanger, Morgan Gilman, and Christopher Cass — of the WMRHS Spartan Unit presented the colors at the Aug. 10 meeting of Governor and Council at the Omni Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods. Both JROTC senior instructor Lt. Col. (ret.) Darrel Gearhart and Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Melissa Keenan were on hand for the occasion.

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