MARCH 18, 2010 GILFORD, N.H. - FREE Two weeks of testimony and jury debate in Blizzard trial BY LAUREN TINER charge stems from severe fa- Prior to the crash, Bliz- mixed drinks and Bud Lights hour at the time of the crash. do so until it reaches the 20 [email protected] cial injuries suffered by zard and her two friends had during their dinner, which According to the Concord mph threshold. Blizzard also A jury was expected to Shinopulos. dinner at the Wolftrap Tav- lasted until about 11:30 p.m. Monitor, Blizzard said dur- said she shared a mixed reach a verdict this week in Concord attorney James ern in Wolfeboro and had sev- Shinopulos also reported ing her testimony that she drink with Beaudoin on the the case of Erica Blizzard, Moir has attempted to prove eral drinks before hopping that the weather was hazy could not have been traveling way to the restaurant and charged with two counts of that his client was involved back on the boat. Shinopulos and rainy, and that she be- faster than 20 mph, because had three more drinks with negligent homicide and one in a “tragic accident” and not said the three women had lieved the boat was traveling the speedometer wasn’t reg- food between about 8 p.m. count of driving while in- a crime. each indulged in two or so between 25 and 30 miles per istering a speed and does not and 11:30 p.m. toxicated after she crashed Two Bud Light cans were into Diamond Island at 2:30 found at the crash site. a.m. on June 15, 2008, killing According to court docu- her best friend and seriously ments, state experts testified injuring herself and anoth- that Blizzard’s blood alcohol er passenger.The jury began level was about 0.15 percent, deliberations at 9 a.m. Tues- far higher than the legal lim- day morning, and no verdict it of 0.8 percent. had been reached at press Joann Samson, the de- time last Tuesday afternoon. fense’s toxicologist, testified After more than a week of that the “science of ethyl al- testimony at the Belknap cohol testing” could be more County Superior Court, in- complicated than it first cluding testimony from Bliz- seems, and that many factors zard herself, closing argu- could have attributed to a ments wrapped up Monday. seemingly higher BAC level Blizzard crashed into Dia- than Blizzard was reported mond Island on a 37-foot For- or assumed to have. mula powerboat, which re- Samson said shock and sulted in severe injuries to trauma can slow the diges- her and passenger Nicole Shinopulos, and took the life SEE BLIZZARD PAGE A9 of Stephanie Beaudoin of Meredith. Blizzard has been charged Local with two counts of negligent homicide, one alleging that businesses she was driving while intox- icated and one that alleges PHOTO BY LAUREN TINER she failed to keep a proper Monday night at Town Hall, Selectmen Gus Benavides had the honor of being sworn in for another three-year term on the Board of Selectmen, thrive lookout. The aggravated after winning the election race last week. driving while intoxicated despite slow winter Town will work toward un-merging policy BY LAUREN TINER [email protected] BY LAUREN TINER unmerge their properties. houses were involuntarily non-conforming merged lots. that we can develop a proce- With a mild winter sea- [email protected] Although some taxpayers merged as one lot by the Corcoran said the town must dure.” son, a lot of local resorts and Town appraiser Wil Cor- may not want to “unmerge” town, making it impossible now find a standard, organ- Corcoran offered to start inns have had more than coran strongly urged the their potentially involuntari- for her to sell one of her prop- ized way to deal with these working on the policy him- enough time on their hands Board of Selectmen Wednes- ly merged lots because of in- erties. Aichinger took it up- requests for those who want self, and how to tackle the sit- to prep for warmer, busier day to create a policy per- creased assessment risks, for on herself to submit a peti- to sell their property. uation at hand, to find some months, which they hope taining to land “mergers,” or those who do want to sell lots, tioned warrant article, “The town has spoken order to these multiple, in- will compensate for any mi- two “non-conforming” their properties must first be which passed ballot vote on clearly, asking to seek direc- consistent merging occur- nor loss in sales. merged into one lot, after vot- unmerged. Election Day. The article tion in these matters,” said rences. When the rain started to ers approved a petitioned Barbara Aichinger of passed and gives landowners Corcoran. “I hope a policy “This is not a new occur- come down and the snow and warrant article Tuesday that Governor’s Island faced this the right to unmerge their will be in place to guide our rence. Sometimes they were ice began to melt, it seemed gives landowners the right to challenge. She said her two “involuntary” or “forced” decisions in the matter and asked to merge, and some- that some hospitality servic- times they were forced, yet es flourished more than oth- we are not sure where these ers as the unpredictable (properties) all are,” said weather cut the season Historical buildings audited for energy efficiency Corcoran. “How are we go- short. ing to handle these things, Denise McGuire, general unless we have the correct manager of Misty Harbor in information to put out Gilford, said they often put there?” together packages during Board Chair Gus Bena- the winter months and pro- vides asked how involved the mote them online as a means selectmen would be with the to bring in business during development of this policy, the colder months. and with taxpayers who Although some months come forth to unmerge their were slower than others, lots. McGuire said that all in all, “This is a major under- the season went well. taking, and we want to make “January was a great sure we are doing things month. February was a little right,” said Benavides. “This down because of the (lack of) will affect people’s lives.” snow, even for February va- Corcoran said the policy cation,” said McGuire. “We itself would most likely in- missed out on a lot of snow- PHOTOS BY LAUREN TINER volve everyone in his de- mobiling, but March is look- Bobby Desousa helps out with the partment, and if the Town ing good.” energy audit on the Grange and uses an infra-red thermal imaging Administrator Scott Dunn McGuire said people are camera to detect areas with less asked him, he would “draw currently booking reserva- insulation, or areas where heat An energy auditing LRCC class gathers around the kitchen in the Grange to assess their observations and air out a procedure” that the tions for June, July, and Au- may be escaping the building. pressure measures taken throughout the building, and then decides how to tackle these finds. board could review. gust, since Misty Harbor is “I will provide suggested located next to Meadow- BY LAUREN TINER energy auditor course. This ping for the construction of a Kacprzynski said the LR- ways that we can proceed, brook. [email protected] course will help students ap- building for proper heating, CC class checked the furnace and I prefer to do this in “This is definitely a slow- The historical Rowe ply their trade to newly con- air flow, and so on. and the airflow in the build- house. When I come out with er time. Summer is really House and the Grange, main- structed buildings, and exist- Instructor Andy Duncan, ing, recommended how to findings, then we can figure busy. We have a lot of re- tained by the Thompson- ing buildings, to make them along with Historical Society heighten the building’s safe- out what to do, check legal turning guests. We do some Ames Historical Society, are more energy efficient. member Fred Kacprzynski, ty, and gave fuel saving rec- background, and work on marketing, promoting, and two of the 50 volunteer build- Although energy auditing walked through the Grange ommendations. the policies,” said Corcoran, people hear about us from ings that have recently re- is not yet required, students downtown in Gilford last “This is an old building,” who stressed the need of con- word of mouth,” said ceived a visit from a Lakes said a lot of federal money week with tools such as an said Kacpresynski. “There sistency in the town’s next McGuire. Region Community College has gone toward energy effi- infra-red thermal imaging have been some good few steps, before the policy Although snowmobiling energy auditor class. ciency and that these audits camera, which shows images changes made, and some bad could be publicized. seems to be out of question Karen Landry of the His- are now being stressed more where less insulation or ones that we need to coun- He added that he could al- for the remainder of the win- torical Society offered up than ever,which is why many more “leakage” of air is pres- teract. We found that the fur- so provide the board with ter season, she said that a lot both historical buildings for felt compelled to take the ent in the walls, along with a nace is fine in terms of car- history, to further under- of skiers are still heading up energy efficiency inspection, course. Energy auditing is metro-meter, a smoke puffer, bon monoxide.” stand the issue at hand, and to Gunstock, since they can which in turn helped stu- usually suggested when mak- and a blower door, installed Kacpresynski said the how it came to be back in the produce their own snow.The dents from LRCC acquire ing any changes to an exist- in the doorway of the credit for their 45-hour, BPI ing building, or when prep- Grange. SEE ENERGY PAGE A9 SEE UN-MERGING PAGE A9 SEE BUSINESSES PAGE A9 A2 THE GILFORD STEAMER ALMANAC MARCH 18, 2010 McGinley development still in the works BY LAUREN TINER [email protected] neering on behalf of Mike include seven buildings, date two lots and that he was changed from 100 to 150 feet, vation Commission,” said McGinley,who is looking to consisting of professional, now looking to work with an and as a result, 55-feet of Lewis. “The wetlands appli- The Planning Board ap- add a proposed develop- medical offices, and retail adjacent lot and receive ap- frontage was gained in the cation is about ready to go, proved a boundary line ad- ment area off of his space. Last spring, Lewis proval for a line adjustment. smaller lot. Ayer also re- but we want to pass it by the justment requested by Jeff Sawmill Road property. said, he came before the Lewis said Monday night quested that the presented town first.” Lewis of Northpoint Engi- This development would Planning Board to consoli- that he would like to keep plan be recorded by the He added that 75 percent the driveway on the map he town before any physical of lot space will also have a presented to the board con- site plans were done. drainage design, since wet- sistent with the master Along with the proposed land “impacts” call for more plan, and that he has al- medical, professional, and cautious planning, which Fire permits now required ready gone before the ZBA retail buildings, Lewis said will be presented to the Due to the lack of snow cover, fire per- you must stop in to the Gilford Fire De- and had an appointment that a costumer parking lot Planning Board next mits are now required as of March 15 for partment at 39 Cherry Valley Rd. with the Conservation Com- is on the plan, as well as em- month, after all suggestions any open burning. Open burning is al- For more information please call 527- mission scheduled for Tues- ployee parking and loading are taken into considera- lowed any day from 5-11 p.m. unless a 4758. day. areas. He said he and his tion on the site plan. steady rain is falling. To obtain a permit “Is there a reason this lot client, Mike McGinley, Lewis said there are a few line may change again?” would like to continue with less significant “remnant” asked selectmen represen- the plan, after seeking out wetlands as well around one tative Kevin Hayes. lot line adjustment ap- of the lots, which may need Lewis said he did not proval, yet he would still to be filled. Beans & Greens opening soon think another lot change have to complete a wetlands If McGinley’s meeting would be needed, but that at permit, and obtain alter- with the Conservation Com- times the plan may need to ation of terrain permits for mission goes well, he’ll have with locally supported products be “tweaked” here and there each lot as well. the green light to continue to make sure the driveway “We have an application developing plans for a pres- LAKES REGION — On members of the community each day.Your membership fits with the rest of the plan. 90 percent pulled together, entation and update within sale now: locally grown and to support their local debit card may also be used Town Planner John Ayer but we are hoping to get the next month. freshly picked fruits and farmer by purchasing towards the purchase of pointed out that the line feedback from the Conser- vegetables. Wait a second, shares of produce at the any of the following items isn’t this March and aren’t start of the summer grow- that are grown on the farm we in Gilford? The answer ing season. This commit- when they are available: to both is yes. Despite the ment helps farmers cover strawberries, pumpkins, Gilford students showcase season and the snow, Beans the cost of spring planting winter squashes, firewood, & Greens Farmstand is expenses. “cut your own” flowers and thinking ahead, thinking To join the CSA Program, “cut your own” herbs. Arts Alive at Belknap Mill spring and offering their you need only to decide on a To show their apprecia- customers a super savings. dollar amount and pur- tion for your support of The The 2010 Lakes Region projects on exhibit. exhibited projects. Last year, Beans & chase a membership debit CSA Program, Martina and student art show, Arts The Gilford reception is For more information, Greens initiated the CSA card. You will find helpful Andy Howe, owners of Alive, is currently on dis- much anticipated since 400 contact the Belknap Mill at Program or Community suggestions in making this Beans & Greens Farmstand play with work from stu- visitors attended the recent 524-8813 or Kim Valpey at Supported Agriculture, a decision by visiting will add an extra 20 percent dents in kindergarten to Laconia opening at the Mill, [email protected]. relatively new concept in www.beansandgreens- to the amount pre-pur- twelfth grade, all through- to view student artwork and farming that was intro- farm.com. When the farm chased on your member- out the region at the Belk- duced to the United States opens there will be a list ship debit card. nap Mill in Laconia from from Europe in the mid posted outside the store en- “This is our way of March 8 – April 2. 1980s. CSA is a beneficial trance listing all vegetables thanking our customers for The Gilford reception relationship that allows that are part of the program their support of local agri- will be held on Monday, Wellness forum culture and our farm,” said March 22, at the Belknap Martina Howe. Mill from 5-7 p.m., and art- A Wellness Forum will be Dr. Robert C. Purdy, Doctor You may purchase your work will be on display held at Wesley Woods (off of Podiatric Medicine. Gilford Public Library card at the farm as soon as throughout the month of Rte 11A - behind the First All are welcome; please it opens on May 1 or by March. Students will share United Methodist Church) RSVP to Stace at 528-2555 as emailing beansandgreens- their music, poetry, dance, on March 25 from 11:30-1:30. a light lunch will be served. Top Ten Requests [email protected]. skits, and other assorted art Our guest speaker will be For The Week of March 8, 2010 1. “House Rules” by Jodi Picoult GPD responded to 167 calls from March 9-15 2. “The Lost Symbol” by Dan Brown 3. “Wench” by Dolen Perkins-Valdez GILFORD POLICE LOG 4. “Split Image” by Robert Parker ● 5. “The Postmistress” by Sarah Blake Police arrested Nikol M. Ramsey, 31, of Gilford, hicles persons 6. “Kisser” by Stuart Woods Kean, 27, of Meredith, NH, NH, and charged him as a ha- 1 report of criminal mis- 4 larcenies 7. “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett and charged her with simple bitual offender,and with pos- chief 4 fingerprint cases 8. “Ford County” by John Grisham assault. session of controlled/narcot- 9 alarms 1 report of existing condi- 9. “Worst Case” by James Patterson Police arrested Andrew ic drugs. 38 traffic checks tions 10. “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson Police arrested Richard 6 motor vehicle com- 1 lost/found item Stebbins, 46, of Belmont, NH, plaints 11 abandoned vehicles and charged him with theft 19 motor vehicle checks 2 911 hang-ups by unauthorized taking or 13 calls for an ambulance 3 animal complaints transfer – all other larceny. 1 escort was requested 6 calls for the fire depart- 3 motor vehicle accidents ment 3 reports of suspicious ve- 2 reports of suspicious 3 road/weather reports 1 lost/missing person 1 request for motorist as- sistance 4 civil matters 4 domestic disturbances 1 motor vehicle lockout 1 permit for raffle/games of chance 1 issuance of a parking summons 2 assaults 4 pistol permits 2 mental persons 1 shoplifter 1 untimely death 1 other department inves- tigation Please join us for Sunday Brunch, 1 criminal trespass in our sunny patio or dining room overlooking beautiful Lake Winnisquam! 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Her father purchased a of the figure skaters at her good pair of skates and there level are younger than she is, she went. it didn’t stop her from perse- Emily had only done vering in this sport. recreational skating as a Now at 17, four months af- child. She is a straight “A” ter she started skating with student at Gilford High the Central New Hampshire School, is an avid skier and Skating Academy in Laco- trains for triathlons. nia, Emily is able to skate Celebrate Women’s History Month at your library BY JEAN M. CLARKE Programs & Special LIBRARY CORRESPONDENT Events “Writing Women Back in- Mush You Huskies! to History” is the theme for Thursday, March 18, 6:30 COURTESY PHOTO National Women’s History p.m. – 8 p.m. Just back from Emily Johansson will skate Saturday. Month, March, the annual a 10-day sled dog race, Ash- celebration of women in the land resident Jaye Foucher backwards, spin on one foot, in Hooksett at the end of AGES end of season skating www.CNHSA.org,at the door United States. The Gilford Li- will present information on execute waltz jumps and per- March but if you want to see show on March 20 at 7 p.m. at for $10 or you may call brary’s display features what it takes to be part of this form many more tricks. her progress she will also the Laconia ice rink. Tickets Nathalie at 455-5739. books on women’s contribu- exciting sport. With a husky, Emily will be competing perform at the ROCK OF are available online at tions to history and contem- a sled, racing gear, and pho- porary society. The selection tographs, Jaye will give an includes: insider’s perspective on sled “The Help” by Kathyrn dog racing. Stockett. In Jackson, Missis- Open Storytime, Friday, Schools get fourth credit card to sippi during the early years March 19, 11:30 a.m. – of the civil rights movement, noon. No sign-up required a young white woman em- for this Open Storytime that accommodate greater usage barks on a controversial proj- will help foster early literacy ect with the assistance of two skills in your preschooler. BY LAUREN TINER Assistant Superintendent approval by the superintend- tendent before using the card [email protected] black maids. We'll sing songs, listen to a Scott Isabelle said that the ent or the assistant superin- with “stipulations.” “Shanghai Girls” by Lisa story and create a craft. The School Board has ap- use of the credit card will be See. This compelling story of Knit Wits, Friday, proved a request for a fourth limited, and that the same two sisters from Shanghai March 19, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. credit card the assistant su- procedures will be instilled Win $10,000 at Sweepstakes spans the Japanese bombing and Thursday,March 25, 6 perintendent said is much and audited annually by the of China during World War p.m. – 8 p.m. All are wel- needed, which will remain in School District’s independ- II to postwar life in Los An- come for knitting and con- the SAU office. ent auditing firm, just as the by the Lake fundraising event geles’ Chinatown. versation! The School District cur- three other accounts are. MEREDITH — On Friday, tertainment, dancing, prizes, “When Everything Mah Jong, Monday, rently has three credit card School Board member March 19, from 6:30-11 p.m. auction. Tickets can be pur- Changed: The Amazing March 22, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. accounts available for use by Kurt Weber asked if there we will be weighing anchor chased online at Journey of American One of the oldest board pre-approved staff members would be any interest on the at the luxurious Church www.lakesregion.org or by Women from 1960 to the games in the world – Mah at facilities including Lowes, card. Isabelle said that they Landing at the Inns and Spa calling 286-8008. Present” by Gail Collins. Jong – depends on skill, strat- Home Depot, and Han- might able to receive the card at Mill Falls on Lake Win- You'll be supporting the This book, alive with wit and egy and a certain degree of naford’s. Along with these with no interest or addition- nipesaukee in Meredith with Lakes Region Association. energy,covers the revolution luck. Join us! credit cards, the freshly ap- al charges. He added that the entertainment, a silent auc- Funds raised at this third an- in women’s lives from 1960 to Teen PageTurners, proved card will be kept in use of credit cards in the past tion, a boat load of seafood nual sweepstakes event will 2008. It touches upon poli- Tuesday, March 23, 3:30 the SAU office, and available has been a rare event, and from the Common Man Fam- allow the Lakes Region As- tics, fashion, popular cul- p.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Page to three pre-approved admin- one the district will try to ily of Restaurants, exquisite sociation to enhance their ture, economics families and Turners, the Library's teen istrators. limit, but this year has been desserts from the Restaurant marketing efforts to bring work. advisory group, will be meet- School Board member Sue a little different. Management Program at more visitors to the area's “Half the Sky: Turning ing in the kitchen. While the Allen asked that a report be “This is usually rare, yet Lakes Region Community businesses. In addition, Oppression to Opportuni- chocolate lava cake is bak- submitted to the board on we already needed to use a College, tons of prizes all funds will also be used to in- ty for Women Worldwide” ing, we'll discuss the latest “where, when, and how” the card three times this year for night long, and the last raffle creasing the association's fi- by Nicholas Kristof and Sh- books, music and movies. If card is used, other than sim- federal projects. We tried to of the night will be for nancial contribution for the eryl WuDunn. The authors you're in grades 7-12, join us ply documenting the receipts keep the use minimal,” said $10,000. Annual Mildred Beach Hos- investigate the often brutal to share your ideas for pro- handed in. She said that this Isabelle, although he said Only 300 tickets will be pitality Scholarship and the social conditions of women grams, materials, and what would be helpful “down the they must comply with cer- sold, and you don't have to be Ron Meade On the Track to and girls in the developing the library can do for teens. road,” and that she would tain federal guidelines in or- there to win. Each $100 tick- Tourism Scholarship. Both world, making a strong case Scrabble Time! 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There’s an old Victorian Fighting the good nursery rhyme that goes like this: fight is worthwhile “Little Miss Muffett sat on her tuffet eating her curds One person can make a difference. That be- and whey” – translation: came clear in Gilford last Tuesday, when a peti- Miss Muffett resides dain- tioned article set forth by resident Barbara tily in the feline department Aichinger passed, forcing the town to deal with supervisor’s office resting an issue that Aichinger has been trying to re- comfortably on comfy beds strewn about the place. solve for years. Contrary to the children’s The issue is complicated, pertaining to the poem, Miss Muffett is afraid merging and unmerging of land lots. Aichinger of nothing; she regularly has said all along that the town involuntarily performs perimeter checks merged her lots, without her permission, creat- to ensure all the other cats, ing logistical problems in the event that she sells and occasional dogs, are in their assigned areas! her house and land. After going to the state and Miss Muffet is an elderly doing mountains of research, Aichinger dis- cat. A stray from the town of covered that the town has been inconsistent in Bristol, she didn’t look that its policies regarding lot merging. She went to great when she arrived back several town officials, including the Planning in September 2009, but the Board, to try to get her lot unmerged, to no avail. care and attention she’s re- ceived at New Hampshire Instead of giving up, Aichinger persisted. She Humane Society have vastly created the petitioned warrant article and cam- improved her demeanor. paigned about the issue so residents would un- We’ve done as much as we derstand what they were voting on. And it can for her,and now we hope worked. The town can no longer involuntarily someone will see what a spe- merge lots. cial little black cat she is and give her a permanent, The day following the vote, the Board of Se- forever home. lectmen discussed its next move. It was suggest- ed that the town formulate a policy to regulate the merging practice, and to deal with any prop- FROM OUR READERS erty owners who come in and want their prop- ● erties unmerged. Some might say that people like Aichinger are Thanks for placing your trust in me persistent to a fault, that no one resident should To the Editor: ilies are facing the hardest rates to the DPW union mem- that I will continue to battle continue to argue with town officials after a de- As you may have heard, times in their lives financial- bers and Town employees for the safety and health of termination has been made. But it’s people like the Gilford voters reelected ly. From seniors to young agreeing to giving up their our community. I know that Aichinger,who have the guts and determination me to a second term as your adults, every part of our com- sick pay bonus which saved what we do today will have to make a change, who deserve thanks from the selectman. Let me begin by munity has been affected by Gilford residents over ramifications for years to saying "Thank you" for your this global recession. I can as- $100,000, our valued town em- come. That’s why I am com- community for standing up and making a dif- support, vote and confidence. sure every Gilford resident ployees’ needs must be met. mitted to having the Depart- ference. This may be a non-issue for many, but So many of you had signs or that I will continue to fight to Finding the best solution ment of Environmental Ser- Aichinger is not the only one dealing with this banners on your lawn, wrote represent you during every to our Police Station needs vices and National Grid problem, and she has now paved the way for res- letters to the newspapers, vote and decision that I make. will be a priority in 2010. Our know how the Community idents in similar situations to fix the problem if called friends for their sup- Every citizen who wants police officers need a safe stands on this issue. they so choose – and she did so at the risk of be- port, paid for radio spots and their voice heard will be giv- working environment and a Finally, I take the confi- held signs on Election Day. en that opportunity. That’s workplace where evidence dence that the voters have in ing unpopular. Once again, I would like to why having an open and can be properly secured. me seriously. I will continue Perhaps Aichinger’s best move was that in publicly thank Margo Weeks transparent government has Working hand in hand with to work hard at listening to fighting for what she believed in, she showed her for running a great positive meant so much to me. our town administrator and all sides before a decision in teen daughter how to stand up for herself. Her campaign. Margo has dedi- As a community we must Facilities Planning Commis- made. I’m committed to the daughter stood outside the polls with her on cated much of her personal address the Health Care is- sion, we will work for the best best interests of all Gilford Election Day, asking for support for the article. time to serve on the School sues facing our town em- solution for a new police residents. Once again, thank Board and I want her to know ployees. Our town employees station. you for placing your trust in How many other children were outside that day, how much I appreciate all she have made many sacrifices to Fighting for 100 percent me. holding up signs and supporting a cause? has done for the town. keep our annual Budget as removal of coal tar on Liber- Gus Benavides Gilford Aichinger’s daughter may have missed school, Now the work continues to low as possible. From the Gil- ty Hill has been my mission but, like the Gilford kids who went to the State maintain taxes as low as pos- ford firefighters reducing for three years and I can as- House to rally for milk as the state drink, she sible. Too many Gilford fam- their call hours and detail sure all residents effected learned a valuable, lifelong lesson in politics. Our planet lost a terrific citizen To the Editor: Raise a Little Hell” came out ally good book!” Granny D tribute to Granny D, to par- Send us your Tuesday the 9th our plan- in 2003. told me that 196 schools are ticipate again in her work. et lost a terrific citizen, Doris Doris’ last day was voting using it in civics classes. Au- Belknap County Democrats “Granny D” Haddock. She’d day. At the Sanbornton polls drey’s presence on Tuesday will have our fourth Annual letters! turned 100 Jan. 24. Following I saw Audrey Budington, one let me speak aloud about Doris “Granny D” Haddock her State House birthday of the “Union Maids” fid- Granny D, unaware of her Evening this year, as we party,attended by Democrats dlers at Belknap County De- weakened condition. promised her we’d keep cam- We seek your input! Tax rate got you down? Glendale too and Republicans alike (cam- mocrats’ third Annual Doris Granny D said this about paign finance reform, or congested for your liking? Do you approve of a recent se- paign finance reform efforts “Granny D” Haddock Democracy: “Democracy is “clean elections” as she came lectmen decision? Hate the paper? Love the paper? Let us include both), she flew to Ari- Evening, held at Steele Hill. not something you have; it’s to call it, on the front burner, know! zona to work on her second I’d given the four fiddler-girls something you do.” here where she was born. We Send your letters to: book, with co-writer Dennis each a copy of “You’re Never Ongoing is the work of can keep her spirit alive. Burke. Amazingly, he fin- Too Old to Raise a Little Americans for Campaign Re- Gilford Steamer ished “My Bohemian Centu- Hell.” When I saw Audrey on form / You Street, headquar- Lynn Rudmin Chong, chair Belknap County Democrats 5 Water Street ry” the afternoon of the 9th. Tuesday I asked how she tered in Concord. I just put a Meredith, NH, 03253 “You’re Never Too Old to liked it. She said, “It’s a re- credit card donation there, a

Our fax number is 279 3331. E-mail us at [email protected]. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! Thank you for your confidence To the Editor: especially to my wife Marcia. over the years, that have been our candidates for their will- This was the first time The day was long. It was en- elected, fought the hard bat- ingness to serve our that I have run for elective of- joyable seeing old friends tles, sometimes unpopular, community. fice. What an experience and and making new ones in the and who have served our The term that I have been difference being in the fish- “gauntlet” as voters made community well. I entered elected for is three years. I bowl. My sincere apprecia- their way to the poles. I real- the race with the hopes of will work hard for the tax- tion goes out to the people of ly appreciated the people that winning. When I saw the list payers of Gilford. Please con- Established May 6, 2004 Gilford. Thank you for your gave me challenges or those of candidates I was gratified tinue to give me your input Published every Thursday at confidence in electing me to friends that made a point to to know that regardless of and support as we go 5 Water Street, Meredith, New Hampshire 03253 serve on the budget stop and simply talk, which the outcome, Gilford would forward. Telephone: (603) 279-4516 committee. helped make a long day be well served. Mark Corey Toll Free: (877) 766-6889 My thanks go beyond shorter. and Dale Eddy are truly mul- David R. Horvath Gilford Fax: (603) 279-3331 those that encouraged me Gilford has indeed been ti-talented and exceptional Rich Piatt, Publisher and gave me direct support, blessed by our townspeople, people. I congratulate all of Meghan Siegler, Executive Editor Lauren Tiner, Reporter Michael Macklin, Advertising Representative Jennifer Rollins, Advertising Assistant Come to spaghetti supper Judy Manning, Office & Classified Manager Email: [email protected] To the Editor: cafeteria. age 5. our fundraising efforts. Classifieds: [email protected] The eighth grade class of The cost is $6 for students The class has been work- Thank you. Circulation figures available on request. Gilmanton School will be in grade six through adults, ing hard all year to raise Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. hosting a Spaghetti Dinner $5 for senior citizens and stu- funds for our class trip to Abby Lines USPS 024967 8th Grade Class President The Gilford Steamer is published weekly by Salmon Press, P.O. Box 729, 5 Water St., on Wednesday, March 24, dents in grades K-5, and no Montreal, Canada. We would Gilmanton School Meredith, NH 03253. Periodicals, postage paid at Meredith, NH 03253. POSTMASTER: from 5-7 p.m. in the school charge for children under appreciate your support in Send address changes to the Gilford Steamer, P.O. Box 729, Meredith, NH 03253. MARCH 18, 2010 Community Commentary THE GILFORD STEAMER A5 MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS By Kristen Welch, Public Relations & Communications Manager, Genesis Behavioral Health ● The role of the brain in mental illness

Abraham Lincoln, Virginia Woolf, John Keats, ebrated politicians, musi- know that every one of them tion of these changes has led Tipper Gore, wife of for- Beethoven, Winston Vincent Van Gogh, Patty cians, scientists, writers, had a major mental illness to the development of med- mer Vice-President Al Gore, Churchill, Isaac Newton, Duke. We know them as cel- artists, actors. Did you also of schizophrenia or manic- ications that can treat the said, “The last great stigma depressive disorder? A symptoms of mental illness. of the twentieth century is framed poster in our Execu- Medication often allows a the stigma of mental ill- tive Director’s office re- person to improve their ness.” The negative percep- minds each of us at Genesis functioning in work, school tions around mental illness LEGISLATIVE ALERT that people with mental ill- and social environments. can, hopefully,be somewhat Town against town. Lawyers against in- yourself if I looked at the spreadsheets to see ness enrich our world. It Psychotherapy is another diminished with a greater surance companies. Pedophiles against chil- how the towns in my district made out by sends a message to us not to treatment available that of- understanding of the dis- dren. Religion against religion. The legisla- killing the bill. Sure, I did! Gilford, Belmont forget that some of the most ten augments medication ease. ture against the courts. Mothers against and Alton gained in state funding. Barnstead famous brains of our time and has proven effective for Scientists and advocacy drunk drivers. Legislative conflict during didn’t. More importantly,though, killing the were affected by mental ill- many. groups have a daunting task the March 3 session ran the gamut of socie- bill meant that each taxpayer will paying the ness. There is a biological The causes of mental ill- in front of them. We can do ty.The key question, though, was did NH cit- same tax rate, because in the end town resi- basis to mental illness, and nesses are, for the most part, our part, though. Be aware izens come out winners? You decide. dents pay the state-wide property tax, not learning about it can go a unknown. Research is on- of the general warning Some of the most interesting debate took towns. Now, if we could only agree to get rid long way in helping us going and we continue to signs of mental illness, in- place between the representatives who are of the state-wide property tax with a more achieve greater understand- learn and advance treat- cluding marked personality lawyers. HB1254 dealt with insurance cover- equitable funding source! ing. ment efforts. We do know change, inability to cope age in tort cases. The bill allowed for disclo- HB1442 established residency restrictions Mental illness is a health that there are risk factors. with problems and daily ac- sure of insurance coverage at the request of on pedophiles. The bill purported to protect condition that changes a Environmental factors, tivities, strange or the victim in accident cases. The proponents’ our children by preventing child sex offend- person’s thinking, feelings, such as head injury,poor nu- grandiose ideas, excessive argument was that the bill would allow ear- ers from certain sections of our towns and or behavior—or all three— trition, exposure to toxins anxieties, prolonged depres- ly settlement without “unscrupulous” in- cities. In fact, the opposite would have been and causes the person dis- such as lead or tobacco, can sion or apathy, changes in surance companies dragging out cases into true. We were presented with evidence that, tress and difficulty in func- increase a person’s chances eating or sleeping patterns, the courts. Opponents of the bill argued that rather than enhancing law enforcement, res- tioning. Not unlike other of developing a mental ill- thinking or talking about the “ambulance chasers” only wanted more idency requirements hinder such protec- diseases, mental illness can ness. Genetics is a factor, suicide or harming oneself, opportunities to sue the insurance compa- tions by allowing offenders to “go under- be mild or severe. Depres- seen particularly in autism, extreme mood swings, nies. The bill carried 159 to 148. I sided with ground” and avoid sex offender registries. sion, schizophrenia, atten- bipolar disorder, schizo- abuse of alcohol or drugs the victims in such cases and voted for the The Department of Safety, the Manchester tion deficit hyperactivity phrenia and ADHD. Finally, and excessive anger, hostili- bill. police, and representatives of family service disorder (ADHD), autism, social factors can harm an ty or violent behavior.If you HB1260 allowed enhanced damages to be organizations had testified in committee obsessive-compulsive disor- individual’s mental health. are worried about yourself, awarded by juries for the victims’ families in against the bill. The House defeated the bill der, bipolar disorder, panic This is especially true for a friend or family member, car accidents caused by drunk drivers. The handily 253 (including my vote) to 88. disorder and anxiety disor- children. Social factors that encourage them to seek help key argument was whether the increased I also voted against local tax caps and re- ders are examples of some can influence mental health and support them as they awards are considered punitive damages – ligion, both seemingly worthy causes. of the most common mental include death of a family pursue treatment. not allowed under NH law – or enhanced com- HB1522, which allowed certain towns and illnesses. member or close friend, se- pensatory damages, which have a legal prece- cities to establish tax caps, also contained an When a person has a men- vere parental conflict, par- Genesis Behavioral dent in the state. I sided with the families of incongruity between the vote necessary to tal illness, the biological ent’s mental illness, eco- Health is designated by the the victims of such reckless behavior,but the install the caps – a simple majority – and the processes that make the nomic hardship, abuse, neg- State of New Hampshire as majority of the House decided against by a vote necessary to override the caps – a su- brain work are changed. lect and exposure to vio- the community mental very small margin. The bill failed. permajority of 2/3’s. No supporter of the bill Our brains have a critical lence. health center serving Belk- HB1677 renewed the “battle of the spread- could explain the difference. This disparity job. They are in control of One would not think nap and southern Grafton sheets.” In previous years, before the legis- would turn our municipalities into mini-Cal- just about everything we ex- twice about going to the doc- Counties. A private, non- lature finally resolved the issue of state fund- ifornias with inflexible circumstances to perience—our bodies, our tor for diabetes or heart dis- profit corporation, Genesis ing of an adequate education, debaters read- deal with budgetary problems, an inability environment, our emotions. ease; however,seeking treat- serves over 3,000 individuals ily used spreadsheets detailing how an ade- to deal with declining property values, and Years of research has led ment for mental illness is each year. For more infor- quacy definition or a state funding proposal the possibility of pending bond rating re- most scientists to believe not as common. Mental ill- mation or to schedule an ap- would benefit or penalize each town. Indi- ductions. The majority of the House voted that mental illnesses result ness is treatable and people pointment, call 524-1100 or vidual representatives would scour the “inexpedient to legislate,” and the bill was from problems with the can recover. We see it hap- visit www.genesisbh.org. sheets to see whether their town(s) profited defeated. communication between pen every day at Genesis. before voting on each measure. Over the last Finally,I’m not really opposed to religion. the basic functional units, The courage to seek treat- The author used a publi- couple of years, the legislature had, pre- However, I am opposed to House resolutions the neurons, in the brain. ment for an illness that isn’t cation available online by sumably, put an end to such antics by (1) that have no real meaning, are not necessary, Changes in the neurotrans- well understood and carries the National Institute of defining an adequate education, (2) costing and set preferences for certain religions. mitters have been found to a stigma makes the chal- Mental Health, “The Science an adequate education, and (3) funding an HCR26 did all of that by reaffirming already be present in people with lenge of recovery greater of Mental Illness,” for infor- adequate education – all to the satisfaction of well-established religious protections in our mental illness. Identifica- for many. mation for this article. the NH Supreme Court. As part of the final Federal and state constitution, but excluding funding formula, the legislature had provid- any mention of any non-Christian religions. ed a two-year phase-in of state funding to I voted against the resolution; the House de- protect certain communities from unman- feated the resolution by a significant major- ATTENTION SUBSCRIBERS: ageable swings in funding amounts. HB1677 ity. Moving? Summer resident? Just getting back? would have extended this so-called “collar” Next week, the House gets into some very We need your help to continue sending your local newspaper at no cost to our customers for another two years. interesting tax issues. Stay tuned. located in the coverage area. Please contact us when there is going to be a change to your Passing HB1677 would have probably address. If you are leaving the area, we need to put a stop on your paper until you return. If thrown the issue back into the court, com- Bill Johnson is a state representative from we don't hear from you, the post office charges us to give us your new mailing information. mitted a future legislature to the new for- Gilford representing Belknap County District Since there are many seasonal residents, this can be quite costly. So please show support to mula, while pitting town against town once 5, which includes Alton, Barnstead, Belmont your local free paper and call us directly when you have a change of address. The circulation again. I voted with the great majority to de- and Gilford. He can be reached at department can be reached by calling 569-8924 or toll free at 1-866-294-0320. Thank you in feat the bill and maintain sanity in state fund- [email protected] or 524-8949. advance for your help. ing of education. You’re probably asking

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We can customize your greeting for any Occasion! Any time is the right time to send a cookie-gram! We now have a Homemade Gluten Free and Sugar Free (Diabetic) Chocolate Chip Cookie A6 THE GILFORD STEAMER Schools MARCH 18, 2010 Gilford girls earn Girl Scouting’s highest recognition Steamer Student Megan Buckner, Jamie Scout Gold Award. Only 5.4 helped people in the Town of the costume closet to be user- Harmon and Sarah Jane percent of Girl Scouts age 14- Gilford in a number of ways, friendly for Gilford Perform- Spotlight Snow, all of Gilford, accom- 18 complete the work neces- as part of the requirement to ing Arts. Jamie first removed plished something few Girl sary to earn the Gold Award. benefit the community out- all of the costumes, purged Scouts do: earn their Girl The girls’ projects have side of Girl Scouting, and to pieces that were unusable or Roland be sustainable so that it can duplicated, inventoried all continue to benefit the com- remaining pieces that were DuBois munity. Girl Scouts of the going back into the closet. BY LAUREN TINER [email protected] Green and White Mountains Once the pieces were inven- officially acknowledged this toried, Jamie created a digi- In just his first year at Gil- accomplishment at their an- tal form of inventory for the ford High School, freshman nual meeting. closet. This system allows for Roland DuBois has im- To earn Girl Scouting’s participants in the theater mersed himself in many highest honor for girls, Girl program to visually see all school clubs and extracur- Scouts must first earn the items that are in the closet, ricular activities that in- Girl Scout Gold Leadership without physically going volve everything from learn- Award. This involves com- through the closet. The sys- ing languages to honing act- pleting three Senior Girl tem is comparable to a li- ing skills. PHOTO BY LAUREN TINER Scout interest projects, one brary card catalog, allowing DuBois is a member of Roland DuBois focus book, and doing 30 volunteers to check out cos- GHS’s Environmental Club hours in a leadership role. tumes. The greater benefit to and said he and his peers do Then they must earn the Girl this updated costume closet their best to recycle and “dis- has participated at the Win- Scout Gold Career Award, system is that volunteers are cuss means to help the school nipesaukee Playhouse, act- followed by the Girl Scout now able to see what is avail- be more environmentally ing in dramas, musicals, and Gold 4Bs (Become, Belong, able, and no longer have to friendly.” He is also a mem- conjuring up some of his Believe and Build) Chal- create a new costume when ber of the French Club and own plays. lenge. one already exists. participates in multiple DuBois said that he keeps The final requirement is fundraisers for trips and good company,and finds that to design, implement and Sarah Jane Snow helps host a favorite event, many of his friends are in- complete a Girl Scout Gold During the summer, chil- “crepe day.” DuBois lends a volved with the GHS theatre

COURTESY PHOTO Award project that includes dren in the town of Gilford hand to the elderly during department and local the- at least 65 hours of work. It need fun and educational the holidays, along with oth- atre as well, which works to Ellis moves on with ‘indigenous’ should build on that girl’s things to do. Sarah set out to er French Club members, his advantage considering Congratulations to 12 year-old Anna Ellis of Gilford, a sixth-grade unique skills and experi- meet these two needs within and said that he helps out he enjoys spending time student at Lakeland School in Meredith. She recently won the ence, meet an expressed need her community. With her with the Christmas Village with his friends. Plymouth Regional Spelling Bee, in the 17th round, by properly in the community, and serve special interest in nature and in Laconia every holiday sea- Academically,DuBois is a spelling “indigenous.” In the attached photo, Anna is pictured with people beyond Girl Scouting. especially plant life, Sarah son. strong honor student but her trophy. Anna is now eligible to participate in the NH State partnered with the local Se- DuBois said that French said he might have been Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 20, at UNH-Manchester, which Megan Buckner nior Center, Gilford Commu- has to be his favorite class so nominated because of other will determine who represents New Hampshire at the famous Following her passion for nity Center, and the Gilford far in his high school career. attributions. Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. the arts, Megan partnered Community Church, to re- “I love French class. I pick “I try to be a nice person, with the Gilford Community vamp a community trail and up language easily and I like and respectful to my teach- Church to create a commu- plant a community garden. English as well. I like read- ers,” said DuBois. Summer Theater to offer nity art room. Using an old The local trail runs behind ing and writing,” said He said that he is looking classroom, Megan cleaned the Community Church, DuBois. forward to the spring out years of clutter, gave the Community Center, Senior Acting is another favorite trimester ahead of him, April vacation theater camp room a fresh coat of paint, Center, around the library, for DuBois, who is currently since he will be able to take MEREDITH — The Sum- course from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 and organized the space. She and is commonly used by the participating in the GHS mu- another favorite class: choir. mer Theatre in Meredith Vil- p.m., called “Stagestruck,” sanded, painted, and cleaned local schoolchildren to get sical, “Grease,” and also par- DuBois said that he also lage will be offering Vacation an intro to singing, dancing, off old shelves to be used as from one activity to another. ticipated in “Anything Goes” aims to keep up his grades, Theatre Camp in April 26-30 acing, commercials and cos- storage for art supplies that Sarah created trail markers, last fall. He has worked with and balance work with play, at the Weirs Community tumes (fee $150.). Courses were once kept in a hall clos- trail posts and added a of Gilford Middle School stu- by having fun with his Center on Route 3. will be led by Nancy Barry, et. The community art room trail guide of local species of dents on their own plays and friends as well. Classes will meet every producing director of The now allows for the after- plants and eco-systems that day Monday thru Friday. Summer Theatre in Mered- school program to do art can be found on the trail sys- From 9-10:15, 4-6 years olds ith. For more information or projects, for community tem. Partnering with Gilford may attend “Once Upon a to register call 1-888-245-6374 members to participate in Community Church, Sarah Annalee Art Scholarship Stage” a combination of sto- or email interlakesthe- art classes, and open studio constructed and planted a ries, crafts and playacting [email protected]. Sibling dis- time for those who don’t have community garden, where in (fee $75). Older students, ages counts available. their own art studio at home. the summer kids can dig up taking applications 7 to 11, will enjoy a first timer potatoes and attempt to make LAKES REGION — The High school seniors grad- Jamie Harmon French fries. Through the Lakes Region Scholarship uating in 2010, who are Lakes The costume closet at the community garden last sum- Foundation would like to an- Region-Belknap County res- Easter Dinner Gilford High School was dis- mer, donations of vegetables nounce to the public that the idents and who will be at- organized, overflowing, inac- have been made to the 2010 Annalee Thorndike Art tending college as art majors AT THE WOODSHED cessible and a fire hazard. church and senior citizens Scholarship Competition in the fall of 2010 are eligible Jamie worked to reorganize Award applications are now to apply. The deadline for available. Applications may submitting the application Join Us Easter Sunday, April 4 be obtained through the art to the LRSF Annalee department at Lakes Re- Thorndike Art Competition Opening at Noon gion/Belknap County high Committee is April 16. Now Accepting Reservations schools, obtained online at The competition is re- www.lrscholarship.org or by stricted to two-dimensional calling the LRSF at 527-3533. artwork only. Participants In 2000 Annalee are asked to submit five Thorndike established this paintings, along with a merit award to encourage lo- sketchbook, and artist state- cal art students to fulfill ment or narrative. Artwork their aspirations in the field submitted is to be framed or of art. More than $16,000 in matted. scholarship aid has been Student competition en- awarded to date. tries will be on display at the dinner served Scholarship awards are Belknap Mill from May 5 to tuesday-sunday 5 PM merit based. A three-person May 11. Winners will be an- panel comprised of local nounced in a ceremony held 128 lees mill road, moultonboro artists will judge the compe- on May 11 at the Belknap reservations 476-2311 tition entries. Mill. thewoodshedrestaurant.com LSB supports Gilford School Night Specials at Educational Endowment Laconia Savings Bank ment Fund, whose mission has donated $20,000 to the is to promote academic ex- Gilford Education Endow- cellence, champion technol- ogy and provide the means to elevate the level of educa- School Night Specials tion for Gilford students. “We are very pleased to be served Sunday to able to help the Gilford Edu- Thursday at 4 pm cational Endowment Fund,” said Mark Primeau. “Edu- Lazyman’’s Baked Stuffed Lobster cation for today’s youth is so $ important and we are happy Only 14.99 to be able to help provide stu- Choiice Sllow-Roasted Priime Riib dents with the necessary $ learning tools.” Only 10.99 To learn more about the IItalliian Sampller - Chiicken Parmesan, Gilford Educational Endow- ment Fund or to make a do- Baked Lasagna and Sweet IItalliian Sausage nation, please visit them at Only $8.99 www.GEEFnet.com. Kids Eat Free on Mondays! Good news on the horizon? 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wood piles, long-time Car- roll County Independent reader Dan Horn of Lebanon, N.J., suggested staging a “most creative wood pile” contest after see- ing a photo I ran showing a guy who piled his entire wood pile to resemble a fall- en tree. To say that I received some pretty strange entries is putting it mildly.Here’s a sampling. And the winner is – trum- pets here, please – Ted Woodward of Tilton, whose John Harrigan cabin-like wood pile is a re- al traffic stopper. Ted gets A year or so ago, after en- lunch with me somewhere, during seemingly inter- perhaps a picnic packed in- minable articles by me to camp. Failing that, I’ll about my outdoor wood fur- drive down to Tilton, where nace and never-ending there is this certain diner. COURTESY PHOTOS And the winner is (“Ta-Taaa”) Ted Woodward of Shaker Road, Tilton, with this wood pile that looks like a house, or maybe it’s a house that looks like a wood pile. Lunch is on me, Ted – just name the place (my camp?).

Frank Wheaton of Hebron says his porch pile might double as a dis- Fred Funk of Alton says he got sick of snow and rain going down his David Van Houten of Bethlehem, making close acquaintance with terra couragement for intruders. neck, and so built a neat little woodshed modeled after mine. firma after finishing his wood pile.

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CHELMSFORD, Mass. — Mich., where he became a Maeve Mullen Ellis, 77, of Our Lady of the Lakes Dr.Mark H. Engelhardt, 40, a Michigan State Spartan, 388 Old Lakeshore Rd., Gil- Catholic Church in Lakeport resident of Chelmsford, graduating as a Doctor of ford died peacefully at her and served for a number of Mass., and formerly of Gil- Veterinary Medicine in 1997. home on Friday, March 12, years as an Extraordinary ford, passed away at his He practiced emergency 2010 surrounded by her Minister of Holy Commu- home on Sunday March 7, medicine for nine years be- family. nion both there and at St. He- 2010, after a courageous year fore becoming a general Maeve was born Novem- lena’s Church in Laconia. long battle with brain can- practitioner and co-founder ber 16, 1932 in Londonderry, Her hobbies and interests cer. He was surrounded by of the Chelmsford Animal Northern Ireland, the included traveling, garden- his loving family. Hospital. daughter of Patrick Mullen ing, spending time with her Mark was the beloved Mark’s family was truly and Anna (Daniels) Mullen. children and grandchildren, husband of Dr. Patricia M. his greatest treasure and She graduated from Uni- and writing fiction. Maeve Hart, and devoted father to legacy. versity College Cork School completed over 40 short sto- his two beautiful boys Grant Visiting hours were held of Medicine in 1957, where ries, some of which were and Hayden. COURTESY PHOTO on Friday, March 12 at the she won the Pearson Medal COURTESY PHOTO published in literary jour- Born in Arlington Dr. Mark H. Engelhardt Blake Funeral Home, for obtaining the highest Maeve Mullen Ellis nals, and she was a member Heights, Ill., on July 27, 1969, Chelmsford, Mass. Relatives marks in Surgery at the Fi- of the New Hampshire Writ- he was the younger son of Good Shepherd Lutheran and friends were invited to nal Medical Examination. Hospital in Oslo, Norway,for ers Project and several local Devere C. and Ruth M. Church in Laconia. his funeral service, which She met her husband, Philip two years. writers groups. (Mossner) Engelhardt of Gil- Mark received his ele- took place at the Trinity M. Ellis, while doing her res- After their time in Nor- Maeve is survived by her ford and brother of Michael mentary and secondary edu- Lutheran Church on Satur- idency at St. Stephen’s Hos- way Maeve and her husband husband, Philip M. Ellis, of Engelhardt and his wife cation in Gilford and com- day. pital in London where they lived and worked in Win- Gilford; three children, Julia Joanna of Charlestown, pleted his Bachelor of Sci- In lieu of flowers, expres- both specialized in anesthe- nipeg, Canada for two years, P. Ellis and her husband Mass. ence degree in Business Ad- sions of sympathy in Mark’s siology. They were married before settling in Gilford in David Krzywicki of Gilford, Growing up in the Lakes ministration at the Universi- memory may be made to the in 1961 when Philip became 1970. Petra K. Ellis of Nashua, and Region of New Hampshire, ty of New Hampshire. After Lowell Humane Society, 951 a British Army medical offi- Maeve was an anesthesi- Tara A. Ellis of Manchester; Mark always enjoyed such graduation, Mark was deter- Broadway St., Lowell, MA cer and Maeve traveled with ologist at the Lakes Region two grandchildren, Anna outdoor activities as fishing, mined to pursue his lifelong 01854 or the Good Shepherd him for three years as a civil- General Hospital in Laconia Maeve Ellis and Daniel S. El- boating, and golfing. Also a dream of practicing veteri- Lutheran Church, P. O. Box ian attached to the British for 21 years from 1970 to 1991, lis of Gilford; two brothers, spiritual person, he was a nary medicine. His aspira- 6125, Laconia, NH 03247. Army, practicing at a mili- and was a member of the Martin and George, and a sis- founding member of the tion led him to East Lansing, tary hospital in Cyprus. Dur- American Medical Associa- ter, Maureen, all living in ing this time they also trav- tion and the New Hampshire Ireland. eled to Libya, Israel, Turkey, Medical Society. Following Her immediate family will Yugoslavia, Greece, Austria, her retirement she earned a be holding a private memori- and Germany. Following Master of Education at Notre al. In lieu of flowers, memo- Dorothy “Dot” M. Tillson, 82 that she returned to practice Dame College in Manchester rial donations may be made anesthesia in England for and taught English as a sec- to the New Hampshire Hu- NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. neth P. Tillson, of Florida; several years before receiv- ond language to local stu- mane Society,PO Box 572, La- — Dorothy “Dot” M. Tillson, two sons, Robert Tillson and ing an appointment with her dents. conia, NH 03246. 82, of New Port Richey, Fla., his wife, Andrea, of St. Au- husband at the University Maeve was a member of and formerly of Laconia and gustine, Fla., and Randall Manchester, passed away Tillson and his wife, Wendy, peacefully with family mem- of Gilford; a sister, Nancy bers along her bedside Farrar, and brother, Robert, March 2, 2010. and his wife, Peggy Farrar, LRPC to hold panel discussion Dorothy was born March all of Manchester, three 26, 1927 in Orleans, Vt., the grandchildren, one great daughter of Stanley and grandchild and several on household hazardous waste Mattie Farrar. She had been nieces and nephews. a resident of Florida since There will be no calling LAKES REGION — For collection centers, the LRPC ist for Clean Harbors, Inc. 2000, moving there from her hours. over 20 years, most commu- is hosting a panel discus- are among the participants. Lake Winnipesaukee home COURTESY PHOTO A private family service nities in the Lakes Region sion, starting at 6 p.m. on Household hazardous she enjoyed so much. She Dorothy M. Tillson will be held at the N.H. State have participated in an an- Monday, March 29, at the waste products include oil- was a 1945 graduate of Man- Veterans Cemetery in nual household hazardous Tilton School, in the Davis based paints, multi-purpose chester West High moving to First Congregational Boscawen in the spring. waste collection day. They Lecture Hall, 30 School cleaners, hair spray, and Laconia in 1973. She was an Church on Hanover Street, In lieu flowers, memorial have become a mainstay in Street, Tilton. weed killers. They are con- avid Red Sox fan and golfer. Manchester. donations may be made to late July and early August. Members of the panel in- sidered hazardous because She also enjoyed many Dorothy was a wonderful HPH Hospice, 6801 Rowan Several Lakes Region clude those at the forefront they are flammable, corro- travel experiences she mother and wife with many Road, New Port Richey, FL Planning Commissioners of bringing these services sive, or toxic. These prod- shared with her husband, friends and will be missed 34653. are taking an increased in- to the region and the state. ucts need to be stored and family and friends. She was greatly. For an online memorial go terest in more permanent Sarah Silk and Russ Bailey disposed of responsibly due a member of the Order of Dorothy is survived my to www.wilkinsonbeane.- operations for hazardous from the Lakes Region to their environmentally The Eastern Star and The her husband of 64 years, Ken- com. product waste removal than Household Hazardous Prod- damaging properties. the annual one-day collec- uct Facility in Wolfeboro, Chemicals disposed of im- tions. To help us better un- Dean Robinson, NH DES properly can leach into our derstand some of the chal- HHW Coordinator, and Seth groundwater, polluting the lenges and opportunities Dawber, Eastern New Eng- wells that supply drinking around permanent HHW land Regional HHW Special- water to homes throughout the Lakes Region. Most treatment plants and leach fields are incapable of pro- cessing these chemicals. While the LRPC has co- ordinated one and two-day regional Household Haz- ardous Waste Collections for over 20 years, the LRPC also led a multi-year effort to explore the creation of the first permanent HHW facility in NH, north of Nashua. This was followed by the opening of the Lakes Region Household Haz- ardous Product Facility (LRHHPF) in Wolfeboro, in 2002. This facility has pro- vided some residents a six times greater opportunity to dispose of common haz- ardous materials that so many of us have in the home. The LRHHPF is now preparing for the start of its eighth season, yet questions remain about how best to expand operations and when might be the best time. The annual one-day collections continue to re- ceive considerable support, typically, more than 1,500 Lakes Region households dispose of close to 20,000 gallons of waste in this fashion each summer. Your participation and attendance are encouraged and welcomed. Please con- tact us at 279-8171 or lr- [email protected] for addi- tional information or spe- cial accommodation. Please note that in case inclement weather forces a cancellation, the meeting will be rescheduled for March 30, same time and place. MARCH 18, 2010 The Rest of the Story THE GILFORD STEAMER A9

BUSINESSES (Continued from Page A1) ENERGY (Continued from Page A1) evenings are still cool, said some snowmobilers who had She said she used to have this was one of the best Jan- Historical Society was given rior and exterior pressure. McGuire, and local skiing reserved rooms for February. a lot of ice fishers come and uarys on record for us. The a few reasonable recommen- Duncan said a lot of warm races at Gunstock have left a When the rain washed away stay at inn, since it opened 13 Inn hosted 14 weddings, dations on proper cleaning to air is currently escaping few weekends at Misty Har- the remains of the snow, years ago, but visitors seem which kept us very busy,” avoid built up dirt and dust through chimney openings, bor almost completely those snowmobilers can- to dwindle for the derby said Batstone. “February in the building for a cleaner and that these leakage areas booked. She said that thanks celled, but the odd turn of every year. was strong with the Pond airflow, and a follow up on can be properly sealed with to surrounding businesses, weather compensated for Weiland said this period Hockey tournament, and the furnace filter clean-ups. materials such as a proper her own line of business can this loss in the end. of time before the warmer fishing derby.” Duncan said most of their fiberglass, or foam board. thrive in such weather con- “I got a bunch of im- months is considered to be Batstone said reserva- findings were “easy fixes,” Duncan suggested that the ditions. promptu ice boaters down at her “time off,” when she has tions are still coming in, and and that minor heat leakage Historical Society consider Donna Weiland, owner of Ellacoya, from Florida, Con- the luxury of visiting friends that 2011 appears to be a problems were found when assessing their “crawl Tuckernuck Inn near down- necticut, and more, which and going on vacations of strong year as well, since a circulating air through the space” as well in the Grange, town Meredith, said she has was sort of a bonus because her own. She said the slower lot of corporate groups have building with the blower where a musty scent when seen some ups and downs of the rain,” said Weiland. months do not bother her,be- already started to make door, and using the thermal using the fan may have at- this year with the weather, She explained that the cause she is fortunate reservations. imaging camera. tributed to dirt. He said us- with the clientele she’d ex- rare conditions on the ice, enough to have another She said that the inn is He said his class was able ing a plastic within the crawl pected replaced with those with no snow, made it possi- source of income, thanks to currently looking at staffing to detect where some of these space can help prevent mois- making unexpected trips to ble for ice boaters to come out her husband’s job. needs for the busier months, leaks were due to a lack of ture from evaporating out of the area. on the lake. “This is not my only months they refer to as “the proper insulation is some ar- the soil, and causing further Weiland said she is not “Ice boating conditions source of economy.It is more spirited season.” Batstone eas by using the fan which moisture problems. close enough to the moun- were prime. They haven’t different for those relying on said they usually offer staff circulates cold air, by run- Other than these minor tains to catch bouts of skiing been this good for 25 years, so inns,” said Weiland. “By hav- positions to international ning their hands against the suggestions and quick fixes business, but she did have it evened out,” said Weiland. ing time off, I get a fresh start students, but this year they wall, and then using the cam- recommended to the Histori- to the season. I get to rest, and will offer positions to local era to confirm their findings cal Society to maintain safe- I am full of rigor and revital- candidates who have lost with more accuracy. He said ty and energy efficiency, no UN-MERGING (Continued from Page A1) ize myself. I use my time well, their jobs as a result of the the fan allows for air move- major problems or threaten- 1930s. unteering,” said Corcoran, even though I am not making economy. ment, and a measure of inte- ing health risks were found. As of right not, Corcoran who added that a more “pro- money.” She said that the rest of said Gilford has about 6,850 fessional process” will even- Weiland said she does not the year is filled with last- BLIZZARD (Continued from Page A1) parcels, and after the merged tually replace this proce- put together packages like minute reservation slots, lots are identified, he said dure. Corcoran said that he many inns do during the which point to a fully booked tion of alcohol, as well as rushed out to investigate the there should be about 7,000 would strongly encourage slower months and avoids summer season. food, by up to four to six loud noise that woke them parcels. identifying all merged lots, taking business away from Although most resorts hours, while alcohol still up. To keep things simple, Se- even if the property owners those who need it most dur- and inns have managed to do present in the stomach dur- Rock said that the weath- lectman Kevin Hayes sug- do not wish to unmerge their ing these more difficult fairly well during the milder ing such instances has not er conditions were still quite gested that the policy begins lots. months for businesses de- weather and the calm before technically absorbed in the rainy and that the boat had on an as needed basis. Corcoran also presented pendent on elements such as the summer season, some body or yet entered into the appeared to hit the ledge and “Unless someone comes an Appraisal Department weather and recreation. inn owners and managers blood streaming, meaning had fallen back into the wa- in and requests a lot to be un- update to the board, and said Weiland also does some have not been as fortunate. Blizzard’s BAC could have ter, partially submerged up merged, (for now) keep it the 132 residential properties are spring cleaning in prepara- Bob Ruggiero, owner of been potentially lower dur- on the rocks. Rock said that way it is,” said Hayes. now on the market in Gilford, tion for the summer; she re- the Inn at Smith Cove in Gil- ing the time of the crash. Blizzard appeared to have se- Corcoran agreed, and said and that a substantial inven- paints, and goes over inven- ford, said he does not blame Samson said that she be- vere facial fracture injuries, if the lots were forcefully tory has come in. Between tory,inn needs, and more. As the weather for a slow sea- lieved Blizzard’s BAC could including a broken jaw, and merged, that the lots can be the months of January and for summer business, she son, but the economy. have been .08, the legal limit that Shinopulos was also in- unmerged on a case-to-case February, Corcoran said said reservations are already “This is not shaping up to at the time. jured and emotionally dis- basis, yet that all should be there were 33 property trans- coming in and looking prom- be a great summer. We usu- According to the Monitor, traught, while Beaudoin re- made aware of their options fers, verse the 22 transfers ising, with certain weekends ally have everything booked Blizzard testified that the mained unresponsive and when the policy is solidified. last year, a 40 percent in- filled up that were never up for the summer months, sudden onset of a storm appeared to have suffered Selectman John O’Brien crease compared to activity filled up during prior sum- for the Fourth of July and caused her to lose her bear- from severe neck and head pointed out that the board last January and February. mers. Bike Week,” said Ruggiero, ings. She said she thought injuries with no pulse or would not receive a signifi- Although sales have not General Manager Gail who has not found this to be she was in the middle of the signs of breathing. cant amount of requests, been nearly as high this year Batstone of the Inn at Mill the case so far. waterway and didn’t imag- In his closing arguments, since the splitting of smaller and the market is “soften- Falls in Meredith said alter- He said he is hoping more ine she could be off course. Belknap County Attorney lots may not be desirable for ing,” Corcoran said he could native winter events have people will call, and that they Court documents said lo- James Carroll urged jurors all landowners in this situa- sense a change, perhaps for helped compensate for the are possibly waiting until lat- cal doctor Tom Rock and his not to look at this as an acci- tion. the better in the market, and lack of snow. er in the year to book their wife Nancy Stone were pres- dent case. Moir said there For now, merged lots will added that he is not sure “It is just wonderful to see reservations, but added he ent at their seasonal home on were too many inconsisten- be unmerged upon request, what this change is yet ex- so many winter events. Jan- would not “bet the farm on Diamond Island during the cies in the evidence for a con- or by “fair assessment by vol- actly, or why it is occurring. uary was extremely strong; it.” early hours of the crash and viction. A10 THE GILFORD STEAMER Entertainment MARCH 18, 2010 Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra to perform in Franklin, Meredith

LAKES REGION — Please cert features a salute to Hol- Paul’s Suite. ensembles, including the join The Lakes Region Sym- lywood, with selections from Guitarist Christopher Concord Chorale, Manches- phony Orchestra for one – or “Star Wars,” “My Fair Lady,” Kane has been a prizewinner ter Choral Society, Amare both – of its two March per- and “Raiders of the Lost and finalist in several inter- Cantare and New Hampshire formances. Ark,” as well as a music mon- national Master Chorale. Mr. Kane The first is on Saturday, tage by famed composer Hen- guitar competitions, in- has been on the music facul- March 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the ry Mancini (“Pink Panther,” cluding the John Mills in ty of Bowdoin College, Bates Middle New Hampshire Arts “Peter Gunn”). England, the Casa de España College, University of South- and Entertainment Center in Our featured soloist for in Puerto ern Maine, Plymouth State Franklin. The second is a this concert is guitarist Rico, and the Manuel College and most recently matinee performance Sun- Christopher Kane, perform- Ponce in Mexico. He has per- the University of New Hamp- day,March 21, at 3 p.m. at In- ing Concerto for Guitar and formed live on WGBH, shire. ter-Lakes Community Audi- Strings by Antonio Vivaldi. WQXR, WEVO and WVPR, “I performed with the LR- torium in Meredith. Other works in the program and in numerous concerts SO as a member of the or- The orchestra’s theme for include Bizet’s L’Arlesienne throughout the Northeast, chestra over a decade ago, the second half of the con- Suite No. 1, and Holst’s St. including performances at and I am honored to return Merkin Hall, NYC, Com- as the orchestra’s featured posers in Red Sneakers, Cam- soloist,” said Kane. “The Vi- bridge and the Boston Early valdi concerto is a delightful, Weird Al returns Music Festival. delicate piece which will con- Mr. Kane has performed trast nicely with some of the extensively in an ensemble larger symphonic movie to Meadowbrook setting with other instru- scores you’ll hear later in the mentalists and singers, as program.” LAKES REGION — The ace.” Yankovic's albums in- well as playing lute with the For more information and Meadowbrook U.S. Cellular clude “In 3-D” (with the hit early music ensembles Good- tickets, please visit www.LR- welcomes back Weird Al on single "I Lost On Jeopardy"), morrow Consort and the SO.org. Tickets for individ- Friday,June 26, as part of the “Dare To Be Stupid,” “Run- New Hampshire Consort. He ual concerts are $12 for Eastern Propane Concert ning With Scissors,” and the has also performed solo adults and $6 for students 17 Series. Grammy-winning “Poodle recitals in Sweden, Den- and under. Tickets for this COURTESY PHOTO “Weird Al” has made a ca- Hat.” mark, Germany and Switzer- concert are available for pur- Guitarist Christopher Kane will perform with LRSO on March 20 and 21. reer out of poking fun at pop He has sold more than 12 land, and been featured chase by mail, online at musicians. Thanks to radio million albums and recorded soloist with the New Hamp- www.LRSO.org, or from our ter Harbor; Murphy’s Mobil formances. host Dr. Demento, Yankovic more than 150 parody and shire Philharmonic, Melrose ticket outlets. These include in Moultonboro, and the The LRSO appreciates the broke into the novelty song original songs. His works Symphony and Lakes Region Innisfree Bookshop and the Golden Pond Country Store support of its sponsors, business in 1979 with "My have earned him three Symphony Orchestras Irving station across from (Citgo station) in Holder- Meredith Village Savings Bologna," a send up of The Grammy Awards and nine among others. He has per- the town docks in Meredith; ness. Any unsold tickets will Bank and Laconia Harley- Knack's tune "My Sharona.” nominations, four gold formed in an accompani- Greenlaw’s Music in Laco- be available at the door start- Davidson. Throughout the '80s and '90s, records, and six platinum ment role with several vocal nia; Bayswater Books in Cen- ing one hour prior to per- Yankovic and his accordion records in the United States. became a staple of MTV as Weird Al has sold more al- he produced elaborate music bums than any comedy act in video parodies of pop icons history. His latest release In- Styx, Foreigner and Kansas to such as Madonna, Michael ternet Leaks is the name of Jackson and Puff Daddy. the Grammy-nominated dig- Yankovic has a loyal fol- ital-only EP that previews ‘Rock United’ at Meadowbrook lowing and a solid hold on his songs from the next Weird Al position as the best-selling album. Internet Leaks con- LAKES REGION — The Serpent Is Rising,” and 1975's chart, as “Styx II” was certi- as one of the most popular novelty song producer of all tains the T.I. parody "What- Meadowbrook U.S. Cellular “Man of Miracles.” The al- fied gold. Tommy Shaw rock acts in the world. From time. His Star Wars parody ever You Like" as well as will host the United We Rock bums (as well as non-stop joined the group in 1975 and “Cold As Ice” to “Hot Blood- "The Saga Begins" (to the "Craigslist," "Skipper Dan," Tour featuring Styx, For- touring) helped the group proved to be the missing ed,” “Urgent” to “Jukebox tune of Don McClean's "CNR" and "Ringtone." eigner and Kansas on June build a substantial following. piece of the puzzle as most of Hero,” “Waiting For A Girl "American Pie") was widely Don't miss the chance to 13 as part of the Eastern Styx’s first mega hit, "Lady" their subsequent releases Like You” to the chart topper distributed on the Internet see Weird Al’s all new show. Propane Concert Series. started to get substantial air- throughout the late '70s “I Want To Know What Love and became a video favorite To charge by phone, call 293- Styx’s legendary status play in late '74. The song was earned at least platinum cer- is”, Foreigner's thrilling mix on MTV at the time of the re- 4700 or visit www.meadow- started with the release of soon issued as a single na- tification (1976's “Crystal of blustery blues and impec- lease of George Lucas's “Star brook.net. their 1972 self-titled debut, tionwide, and quickly shot to Ball,” 1977's “The Grand Illu- cably crafted pop continues Wars: The Phantom Men- 1973's “Styx II,” 1974's “The number six on the singles sion,” 1978's “Pieces of to captivate generation after Eight,” and 1979's “Corner- generation of music fans. stone”) and spawned such hit Kansas’ hits like “Dust in singles and classic rock ra- the Wind,” “Carry on Way- dio standards as "Come Sail ward Son” and “Play the Away," "Renegade," "Blue Game Tonight” catapulted Collar Man" and "Fooling the band to “Arena Rock” Yourself.” stardom. 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Reminder: Schedule your tree, shrub and lawn fertilization. Contact Mark Liebert (ISA and NH Certified Arborist) for a free consultation (603) 279-9950 [email protected] MARCH 18, 2010 Lakes Region THE GILFORD STEAMER A11 Making a difference one shawl at a time

LAKES REGION — A pocket. You are not alone.’” group of dedicated knitters It takes 3-4 skeins of provide comfort for people worsted yard to make a shawl grieving the loss of a loved and there is no pressure by one, celebrating a gradua- the group to complete the tion or birth, or suffering an items in any particular time. illness by presenting them Both the colors of the yarn with beautiful hand knitted used and the different stitch- prayer shawls. es have special meanings. The prayer shawl group Once a shawl is finished, the was started through the San- group will place their hands bornton Congregational on the shawl and say a bless- Church but moved to the ing over it. When the group Woodside building at Taylor presents a shawl to its recip- Community to provide a ient, a final blessing is said. more central location for Often times, the person re- those participants from sur- ceiving it will be very emo- round communities to at- tional. If a shawl is being de- tend. Karna Feltham, one of livered for a confidential sit- the original knitters of the uation, a minister might group, stated “We have made make the presentation. shawls for all types of situa- Barbara Lautterwasser, tions. We’ve made them for explained, “We get requests the homeless, for people for shawls through word of COURTESY PHOTO who’ve lost spouses and mouth. Often from churches A local group knits prayer shawls for those in need. we’ve made 3” x 3” prayer who have heard about our bers how to knit or crochet if the social connection with Tuesday of every month at interested in participating. squares for military troops work. We have delivered over they would like to join, but other members.” the Woodside building at For more information con- with notes that say: ‘If you 46 shawls so far and hope to don’t have the skills. We love The prayer shawl group Taylor Community.It is open tact Barbara Lauterwasser feel lonely or need comfort keep increasing that number. getting together and the currently consists of nine to anyone in the area who is at 524-5598. reach for the square in your Our group also teach mem- biggest aspect of the group is members and meets the third Breast Cancer and Beyond BCEDC to celebrate 18 years of service support group to host gathering LAKES REGION — Plan- Housing & Redevelopment the last two years and com- 3057. ning for the Annual Meeting Authority, The Taylor Com- pleted in 2009. A presentation The patronage of several LAKES REGION — Our formal program offers sup- of the Incorporators of the munity, Laconia Area Com- and discussion will follow local businesses has made Breast Cancer and Beyond port and discussion in a re- Belknap County Economic munity Land Trust, Lakes highlighting past project suc- the annual meeting accessi- Support Program is hosting laxed, casual atmosphere. A Development Council is in Region United Way,Lakes Re- cesses and showcasing those ble for many. Laconia Sav- a social gathering for women light snack will be offered. full swing. gion Day Care, Lakes Region projects currently seeking ings Bank has provided Gold affected by breast cancer on The program will be hosted This year’s celebration Conservation Trust, New funding or approval. Level sponsorship. The two Monday, March 22, from at Lakes Region General Hos- will be held on Wednesday, Hampshire Employment Se- And, just for fun, for the Silver Level sponsors are 4:30–6 p.m. pital in the Women’s Imag- March 24, at the Inn at curity,and the healthcare in- first time this year,the Coun- Meredith Village Savings You are invited to connect, ing Center; snow date will be Church Landing in Mered- dustry. cil will hold a raffle. One Bank and Community Part- converse, and enjoy. This in- March 29, same time. ith. Starting at 4:15 p.m., reg- Following the awards lucky ticket holder will win a nerships for Affordable istration and the traditional presentation, Jennifer D. two-night getaway to the new Healthcare, a partnership of soup social kick off a festive Boulanger, Executive Direc- Common Man Inn in Clare- Harvard Pilgrim Health- evening event that brings to- tor of the BCEDC, and Ki- mont, located in tastefully Care, New Hampshire Public gether more than 150 com- mon Koulet, Executive Di- renovated historic mill build- Risk Management Exchange munity leaders from across rector of the Lakes Region ings on the banks of the Sug- (Primex3), and LRGHealth- the region to celebrate Planning Commission, will ar River, along with a dining care. Bronze Level sponsors achievements during a diffi- announce the approval and gift card, compliments of the include Denoncourt, Wal- cult year characterize by acceptance of the “Lakes Re- Common Man Family of dron & Sullivan, PA, dogged determination, per- gion Plan for Sustainable Restaurants. Franklin Savings Bank, Gun- severance, and hard work. Progress” by the U.S. Eco- Registration is required stock Mountain Resort, The At the meeting, incorpo- nomic Development Admin- for the annual event. Anyone Inns and Spa at Mill Falls, rators will hear the annual istration, which makes eligi- wishing to attend the Annu- Metrocast, and Munsey & report of the directors, elect ble for federal funding some al Meeting or learn more Brazil Insurance Agency.Ad- directors for the Board, and of the projects identified dur- about any of the Council’s ditional assistance has been approve new community ing the Comprehensive Eco- services should contact the provided by General Linen representatives to serve as nomic Development Strate- Belknap County Economic Service and The Common incorporators. BCEDC gy process, conducted over Development Council at 524- Man Family of Restaurants. Chair Tom Garfield will serve as master of cere- monies. Several individuals LRGHealthcare offers commercial and organizations will be surprised with awards and recognitions. driver refresher training course The Director’s Award will LAKES REGION — al Health and Safety Special- Cost for the session is $25 be presented to a business or LRGHealthcare Occupation- ist Roy Roberts, will run from per person. For members of organization that has con- al Health Services will be of- 8:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m. Topics the LRGHealthcare Consor- tributed to the economic vi- fering their annual Commer- include driving of commer- tium, there is a special rate tality of the region. This cial Driver Refresher Train- cial vehicles, drug and alco- of $125 for five to 10 drivers. year’s recipient will join a ing course on Thursday, hol testing, safe loading, driv- For more information or to prestigious group of previ- March 25, at the HealthLink er wellness, driver qualifica- register, please call 524-5816. ous recipients that includes Building in downtown tions, hours of service, the Lakes Region Linen, Mered- Laconia. Whistle Blower Act, surviv- ith Village Savings Bank, La- The program, taught by ing a DOT roadside inspec- conia Savings Bank, Mead- LRGHealthcare Occupation- tion and more. owbrook Musical Arts Cen- ter, Gunstock Mountain Re- sort, LRGHealthcare, the banking industry of Belk- nap County, Eptam Plastics, The J. Jill Group, Hampshire Hospitality Holdings, and the Bahre Family of NH In- 2010 Memberships Available! ternational Speedway. The Norman Marsh Ricky & the Giants March 26 & April 9 Award, named in honor of DJ-Friday, March 19th, 7-11pm the late County Commis- sioner and businessman, Open Mic-Thursdays, 7-11pm recognizes the work of an in- 'Saturday Night Karaoke' 8-12pm dividual with a commitment Now Booking 2010 Functions to the region whose daily en- RESTAURANT 539-2901 • PRO SHOP 539-7733 deavors benefit its residents. Lunch New& Dinner Spring Monday-Saturday HoursMond Previous winners of the Nor- man Marsh Award include Jim Carroll, Alex Ray, Alan Dine-In or Take-out Robichaud, Bill and Erika Johnson, Mark Thurston, 2010 prom styles Tom Clairmont, Senator Carl Johnson, Judge Martin, are in stock. and Chief Baker. Come early for the Best Selection! The Council’s coveted Corporate Soul Award was established to recognize the IIDo Do...! work of a corporation, either for-profit or nonprofit, with BRIDAL &&F FORMAL WEAR a deep commitment to the essence of community and (603) 875-4848 which works to make a dif- ference. Last year’s recipient ALTON TRAFFIC CIRCLE was All Metals Industries, Inc. of Belmont. Others rec- Clip & Save this Ad! ognized since the award’s in- ception in 2000 are USDA Rural Development, Laconia A12 THE GILFORD STEAMER Lakes Region MARCH 18, 2010 Dairy Queen and Orange Julius reopens in new building

LAKES REGION — As pand on some of the products “When we first came to Dairy Queen reopens its we’ve been offering for MVSB in 1996, we worked doors this month, owners years,” said Mike and with Sam Laverack,” said Michael and Michelle Mer- Michelle Merrill. Mike Merrill. Now president rill are celebrating their 10th When the business re- and CEO and a 34-year vet- year in business at the Union opens in early March, there eran of the bank, Laverack Avenue ice cream shop and will also be a few more menu was a commercial lender for their 14th year of partner- items to choose from. In ad- MVSB for several years. ship with Meredith Village dition to soft-serve ice cream, They’ve been working with Savings Bank. Blizzards, and other tradi- John Swedberg, vice presi- Over the past several tional “DQ” treats, there will dent/commercial lender at months, the Merrills have also be hot dogs and fruit MVSB for the past 10 years. been building the new Dairy smoothies by Orange Julius, “It all started with a hand- Queen structure with com- a popular mall-based fran- shake, and it’s grown into a mercial financing from chise. rewarding partnership that MVSB. The new building, The Merrill’s started their has allowed us to grow and which features a drive- first business in 1996, when expand well beyond our ini- through window, increased they purchased the Lake tial business goals,” said floor space and the same two- Shore Deli on Route 25 in Merrill. “We’re really com- window walk-up service, re- Meredith with financing fortable with John and know places an older building that from MVSB. In 2001, they be- him and his family very well had stood on the lot since the gan leasing that property to too. Our kids play basketball 1960s. other small business owners together, and we’ve come to “We’re excited to have the and went into business again develop a close and trusting opportunity to give the busi- in Laconia with the Dairy working relationship over ness a fresh new face and ex- Queen purchase. the years.” The Merrill’s are excited about the re-opening of their Now that Mom is happy and safe, business and, looking even I’m sleeping much better! further into the future, see the possibility of opening an additional Dairy Queen lo- cation in the Lakes Region. “As always, we’ll run it past John and see what he thinks,” said Merrill. “There’s a lot to be said for working with a community bank with people you can

trust. When we come in with COURTESY PHOTO new ideas, we know we’ll al- Mike and Michelle Merrill will reopen the new Laconia Dairy Queen and Orange Julius this month. With help ways get a straight answer, from Meredith Village Savings Bank, the Merrill’s built a brand new structure on the property over the winter. an honest opinion and a rec- Pictured in back (from left to right) are Mike and Michelle Merrill and Meredith Village Savings Bank Vice ommendation that’s in our President/Commercial Lender John Swedberg. In front (from left to right) are the Merrill’s three children, Assisted Living at Taylor Community was a great decision for best interests.” Mykyle, Marissa, and Maitlend. Mom. Before she moved there I was always concerned about her well-being. Now she has caring staff looking out for her, plenty of events to keep her active, great dining options and new friends for socialization. I haven’t seen her this happy in years! We still visit Mom often, but now when we leave we know she’s not alone. Instead she has a community of people look- ing out for her. That gives me peace of mind. For more information about Assisted Living options or to set up an appointment at your convenience, call Taylor Community today! Evening and weekend appointments available. Ask about our No Entrance Fee Option! (603) 524-5600

435 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH 03246 www.TaylorCommunity.org B THE GILFORD STEAMER COMMUNITY MARCH 18, 2010 Local book lovers join in on Big Read NH BY LAUREN TINER March, thousands of people academy awards years ago, Colon gathered that most [email protected] have joined together to read, Tidd said the Gilford library participants present at the Thousands of readers and re-read this book. We decided not to talk about the discussion found themes across the state read “To Kill could talk about this book for film version, which many such as gender, strength, a Mockingbird” this month a week,” said Colon. “Most other libraries have focused masculinity, and femininity for The Big Read, bringing kids at GHS read the novel. I on for discussion. within the novel to be preva- towns together to discuss sig- usually ask the kids to go and “We decided to go with the lent, since Scout, the young nificant themes within the draw what they imagine the book discussion this year,” female protagonist, grew up classic novel. neighborhood (in the novel) said Tidd. without the presence of a The Big Read is an initia- would be.” Those present at the book mother and was quite the tive of the National Endow- Librarian Betty Tidd said discussion also got the tomboy, yet slowly grew into ment for the Arts meant to a different novel is picked for chance to win a mockingbird a lady by the end of the novel. strike an interest in the im- discussion every year,and al- watercolor painting, donated Colon herself, placed an portance of reading and un- though each novel is a clas- by painting instructor Mary emphasis on race and over- derstanding American cul- sic, some books are more con- Lou John. coming prejudice within the ture through literature. troversial than others, such “To Kill a Mockingbird,” novel, and within the U.S. Towns such as Gilford came as the prior year’s book considered to be a coming of since the 1930s, where the together last week to discuss choice, “Fahrenheit 451,” by age story, strikes discussion book was set. issues and observations in Ray Bradbury. on topics such as race, “We need to be proud of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” by “They are trying to reach courage, and justice, yet local how far we have come,” said Harper Lee. different age groups. We had reader participants had a few Colon, who pointed out is- Two discussions were some teens at last year’s dis- interpretations of their own sues in the novel such as held at the library by Rhetta cussion as well,” said Tidd, last week. derogatory language, Colon, a current trustee at who noticed an older crowd All participants at the dis- racism, and acts of violence, the Meredith Library and participated in the discus- cussion agreed race has a lot such as lynching or rape. former teacher at Gilford sion this year. to do with the premise of the “People are quietly saying (in PHOTO BY LAUREN TINER High School, who has taught She added that the state novel, since it takes place in the novel) it is time to stop Former Gilford High School teacher Rhetta Colon leads a book discus- the novel to high school stu- has given out thousands of the south during the 1930s. this and change.” sion on Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird”last Friday, and holds up dif- dents for years and facilitat- free books this year to ensure The novel was written in the She added that issues ferent materials, such as audiocassettes, available at the library. ed dozens of “Mockingbird” everyone has a chance to par- 1960s, yet many believed the within the novel resulted in discussions throughout her ticipate in The Big Read. Al- novel was loosely based on the banishment of the book novel worth teaching, she annual, statewide Big Read career. though the movie version of Harper Lee’s childhood as in certain schools as well, said it can be seen as contro- possible. Over the past few “Throughout the month of “Mockingbird” won eight well. and although it is a classic versial at times, and pose years, about 800 grants have teaching qualms. Either way, been awarded to communi- it is clear “To Kill a Mock- ties throughout the U.S.to ex- PHOTOS BY LAUREN TINER ingbird” is here to stay, and pand the project, and offer All ‘Greased’ Up engrained in American Lit- additional copies of the cho- erature, which is perhaps sen novel to participants why it was chosen as the each year. highlighted novel this year Other classic novels cho- for the state’s Big Read. sen over the past few years The Center for the Book at include “The Great Gatsby,” the New Hampshire State Li- by F. Scott Fitzgerald, “A brary was established in 2003 Farewell to Arms,” by Ernest to celebrate and promote lit- Hemingway, “The Joy Luck eracy across the state. The Club,” by Amy Tan, and “The Center received a grant from Grapes of Wrath,” by John the National Endowment for Steinbeck. the Arts, which has made the Meadowbrook brings biggest fan to ACMs LAKES REGION — The Grand and tickets to the Meadowbrook U.S. Cellular awards show. To enter, par- Pavilion will be in atten- ticipants must be 21 years dance at the 45th Annual and older and upload a video Academy of Country Music showcasing how they are the Awards in Las Vegas hoping venue’s biggest fan and why the third time is a charm, and they deserve to go to the they will not be alone. ACM’s with Meadowbrook. Nicole Lemire plays the star role of Sandy, the newest member of the Meadowbrook has been Videos must be uploaded on Andrew Prag prepares for his role as Sonny with lots of hair gel in Pink ladies, and ties up her hair with a ribbon and puts the finishing nominated for the “Venue of Meadowbrook’s website the musical “Grease” during opening night last Thursday at Gilford touches on her outfit as she warms up her vocals along with the rest the Year” by the Academy of www.meadowbrook.net by High School. of the “Grease” crew. Country Music for the third March 24. Voting will be con- time in the last four years. ducted by all of Meadow- The ACMs will broadcast live brook’s fans to choose the from the MGM Grand Gar- most deserving video. den Arena in Las Vegas on “Being nominated as Sunday,April 18, at 8 p.m. on Venue of the Year is an amaz- CBS. This year Meadow- ing honor for us, and this brook is bringing along its year we want to bring our biggest fan. biggest fan with us,” said RJ Meadowbrook is conduct- Harding, president. ing a contest to find its For more information and biggest fan, with the prize be- contest rules, please visit ing a trip to the ACM’s, in- www.meadowbrook.net cluding airfare, hotel accom- /ACM. modations at the MGM Matriarch of country music returns to Meadowbrook LAKES REGION — Reba in film. Cameron Graaskamp, who plays one of the Burger Palace Boys, Roger, poses with McEntire returns to the Reba McEntire's "Consid- Actors and actresses hurried to prep themselves in his 1950’s high school sweetheart, Jasymn Starr. Meadowbrook U.S. Cellular er Me Gone" has spent the 1950s wear, high ponytails, and poodle skirts, much Pavilion on Saturday, Aug. last 12 weeks in the top 10 on like Sam Drouin who fixes up her hair, one of the most important elements of “Grease,” before the 21, as part of the 2010 East- the country charts and “her show. ern Propane Concert Series. brand new single, “I Keep on Reba McEntire has Lovin’ You” broke the Bill- amassed the sort of career board charts three weeks statistics that ensures leg- ago. With #1 songs now span- endary status in popular mu- ning four decades (‘80s, ‘90s, sic– more than 55 million in ‘00s, ‘10s), Reba's run of #1 album sales, 33 No. 1 hits, two hits now extends to 26 years Grammys, seven Country (her first #1 came in January Music Association Awards, 1983 with "Can’t Even Get 12 Academy of Country Mu- The Blues"). sic Awards, nine People's "I can't think of a better Choice Awards and 15 Amer- way to start the New Year ican Music Awards. The Ok- and a new decade! I would lahoma quadruple threat has like to thank everyone at also found success in televi- Country Radio from the bot- sion, where her self-titled tom of my heart," said Reba Above: Performers try to calm their nerves prior to the opening night primetime TV series was a of her latest milestone. of “Grease” with a tune or two before the show. top-rated sitcom for six sea- To charge by phone, call Left: Sarah Watson and Jasymn Starr are excited for their first per- sons, on Broadway, where 293-4700 or online at formance of “Grease,” as cheerleaders, casino girls, and beauty she received rave reviews for www.meadowbrook.net. school angels. her irresistible performance Tickets are also available at in “Annie Get Your Gun,”and The Tanger Outlets in Tilton. 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27 S. Main St,. Wolfeboro, NH 382 Main St., Alton, NH 603-569-0101 & 603-875-0101 www.wolfeborobayrealestate.com FRANKLIN- Beautiful home full of character. 1,974 PITTSFIELD- Bargain Priced! 6 years old and ALTON- Year round one level home w/views of the Merrymeeting River. The LR features knotty ATTENTION! sqft, 3 bdrms, hardwood floors and recent kitchen rural setting. 3-bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, formal 50,000 $ 3 cabinets upgrades. Expansive lawn, great attached dining room, finished basement and open pine, oak flrs, brick FP, bow window. Detached · First Time Buyers A tax credit of up to $8,000 is available for first-time home buyers purchasing on garage, 1.9 acres. Handicap ramp into house. concept living. A real deal! garage, paved drive & plenty of sun for gardening. or after January 1, 2009 and on or before April $199,900 (2813737) Call 253-9360 $169,000 (2805364) Call 875-3128 $154,900 (2819539) Call 875-3128 30, 2010. FEATURED PROPERTY RENTALS · A tax credit of up to $6,500 is available for repeat home buyers who have owned a home for Bringing People and Vacations Together five consecutive years out of the prior eight years. A MUST SEE! Open concept 9Rm/3Br home w/ LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE in the Lakes Region for over 50 years… · Call us for more details before this opportunity is finished, w/o lower level has wraparound deck over- ALTON *SEASONAL & YEAR-ROUND RENTALS no longer available. looking Sargents Pond with incredible views of the Kelly McAdam @ 253-9360 or e-mail mountains. 2.92ac & 186' of waterfront! Pre-completion priced, includes boathouse, [email protected] WOLFEBORO HOMES! 49,000 new crib dock, boat lift, and 70’ water’s-edge SUMMER RENTALS $ 1 9Rm/3Br, 4.93ac, many amenities $525K ALTON- Merrymeeting Lake, 3Bd, sleeps 8, deck. Seller/Contractor will finish or buy AS IS. boat dock, $1100/wk Pontoon boat avail. 6Rm/2Br new home designed for entertaining $399K Extra land for family compound. ALTON- Lake Winn, 2Bd, sleeps 4, boat dock, Town-to-Town $900/wk 10Rm/5Br, in home office potential $389K 8Rm/3Br unbelievable views $359K Jenn Snell @ 875-3128 or e-mail $279,900 CLASSIFIEDS $865,000 (2820787) Call 875-3128 [email protected] WOLFEBORO COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY! 8Rm /3Br 5 minutes to downtown Owners please call about our rental program. Lots of potential, large 3,897 sq ft building has been 6Rm/3Br 1.03ac & 190’ on Sargents Pond used for Center of Hope offices. Large, paved parking $155K 1-877-766-6891 lot, 2.3 acres, easy access to downtown & Route 16! LAND 6Rm/2br updated home $150K REDUCED! BARNSTEAD- 50 acres of beautiful New Hampshire forest and field. 900+/- NEW DURHAM- 65 Acre lot with 1000’ gravel access road. Southwest slop- newhampshirelakesandmountains.com Check out wolfeboro bay at: www.wolfeborocam.com frontage on a paved town road and 1,646 +/- frontage on the Suncook River. ing land. Attractive neighborhood of new homes. Below Assessment! Prime residential/agr. site! $249,900 (2628988) Call 875-3128 $115,000 (2807870) Call 875-3128 TUFTONBORO- Magnificent 180 degree views of the Belknap Mountains & LACONIA- Rare opportunity! Covered boat house slips on Lake Copps Pond await your new home’s building site. Lot is half wooded/half pasture- Winnipesaukee. Amenities include; full service marina discounts, bath & land and offers incredible sunsets! $135,000 (2767291) Call 569-3128 laundry facilities, power, water, internet, parking, storage, & so much more! Close to all major routes. Starting @ $69,900 Call 253-9360 15 Railroad Ave., Wolfeboro 569-3128 / Junction Routes 25 & 25B, Center Harbor 253-9360 108 Main St., Alton 875-3128 B6 THE GILFORD STEAMER Just For Fun MARCH 18, 2010 MARCH 18, 2010 Community THE GILFORD STEAMER B7 Eight Wavemakers qualify for New England Age Group championships

LAKES REGION — Qual- ifying for Age Groups can be a challenging endeavor, but eight swimmers from the Wavemakers took the plunge and met that challenge. They competed against hundreds of swimmers from all over New England. Our 12 and under ladies, Kayla Phelps, Rebecca Cook and Molly Quinn, traveled to White River Junction to compete among their age group. Our older swimmers, Whitney Paine, Courtney Leach, Antony Hubbard, Kersten Dirrane and Char- lotte Pitts traveled to MIT in COURTESY PHOTO PHOTO BY MATT PERLOFF Boston for their competi- Courtney Leach, Antony Hubbard, Whitney Paine, (front) Kersten tion. Dirrane, Charlotte Pitts, Molly Quinn, Rebecca Cook, Kayla Phelps. Representing NH The Wavemakers are very Members of the Gilford High School alpine ski teams faced off with the top athletes at the NHIAA Alpine proud of all their competi- New England swimmers. Re- tional meet. From there it is Meet of Champions, held March 3 at Cannon Mountain. Michael Workman and Gunnar Stetcher, shown tion accomplishments at this gionals are the same for on to nationals. here, both qualified for the Eastern Regionals after earning top 10 times in both events. Workman level. swimmers who don’t qualify There are approx 7,000 placed eighth overall in the giant slalom while turning in the seventh-best run in the second heat of the This meet is actually the for AGs. The fastest from athletes in 100 teams in NES slalom, while Stetcher earned the sixth best time in the first heat of the GS to go along with a ninth end of season Champi- AGs may qualify for the Re- and 56 teams sent almost place finish overall in the slalom. Workman and Stetcher represented New Hampshire in the Eastern onship meet for the fastest of gion 1 USA swimming sec- 1,000 swimmers to 13U AGs. High School Champions at Attitash last weekend.

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This boat also has a which makes it legal for any- age of 16).” Lakes Region Human Resource Professionals meet for first time LAKES REGION — The personnel issues. had concerns over matters culties. We all support one Besides Carson and Bald, Resource Professionals are Lakes Region Human Re- Marie Carson, human re- related to personnel. We de- another and determine ways the committee is made up of jointly sponsored by Taylor source Professional Group source director at Taylor cided to work together to to solve problems in the human resource profession- Community with free meet- recently held its first Com- Community stated, “When I form this group for human field,” explained Bald. als serving various compa- ing space at its Woodside mittee Meeting to determine was having difficulty getting resource professionals in the “There was no group like this nies in the area: Diana Doyle, building and free lunch by ways to better facilitate the good references for potential Lakes Region and anyone in the Lakes Region. The clos- Office Manager of Boothby Melcher and Prescott. The organization after forming employees, I wanted to find who deals with personnel is- est is in Concord so it made Therapy Services; Suzanna meetings are held the third nearly a year ago. The group out what others were doing sues.” sense to have something Chance, VP of Human Re- Tuesday of every month av- provides human resource to overcome this problem. I “This group was created more local that could service sources of the Leddy Group eraging 25 attendees with a professionals with the oppor- talked with Bill Bald, Vice out of a real desire to talk people in the area.” and Work Opportunities Un- speaker featured on such top- tunity to network with each President of Melcher & with others who are experi- Some of the committee’s limited; Norm O’Neil of ics as Legalities of the Em- other regarding common Prescott Insurance, who also encing human resource diffi- goals are to determine the or- Belknap County; Len ployee Handbook and Em- ganizational structure of the Rishkofski, CEO of Snowden ployment Security Employer group moving forward, es- Associates; and Don St. Services. 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