www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com SERVING THE NORTH COUNTRY SINCE 1889 [email protected] 123RD YEAR, 43RD ISSUE LITTLETON, N.H., WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 75¢ (USPS 315-760) Crime novelist Archer Mayor visits VBS

By DARIN WIPPERMAN [email protected] LITTLETON — Archer Mayor, author of the popu- lar Joe Gunther series of crime novels, spoke for 45 minutes at the Village Book Store on Saturday afternoon. The Vermont-based writer, who works as a death inves- tigator, has published a novel nearly every year since 1988. Mayor’s fictional charac- Crime novelist Archer Mayor visits ter Gunther works for the VBS Brattleboro, Vt. police department. The series has Booksellers Association been translated into four Award for best fiction. other languages. Writing to Mayor usually PHOTO BY MICKEY DE RHAM Mayor is known for the occurs in short intervals. He The view from Streeter Pond Rd., Sugar Hill, beautiful color still showing, late oranges and yellows. depth of research he puts said time riding in cars or into a book. This, along with spare moments in police sta- his professional experience, tions has been used to work has taught him much about on his current novel. both sides of the law. With a Mayor said he likes to Budget Committee hopes for smile, Mayor told the VBS avoid too much description crowd, “I’ve always thought in his novels. He believes in my heart of hearts I could readers like to create their positive and productive cycle be a good crook.” own vision based on the Before turning to fiction, author’s general framing of Mayor worked in historical characters and events. “All By DARIN WIPPERMAN committee that preliminary works in an advisory capaci- The committee discussed research. “There was an ele- writers should remember [email protected] information from the town ty to the select board and whether the town’s rate of ment of liberation in the fic- their readers first,” Mayor LITTLETON — Seven of should be available next school board. Diane spending was sustainable. tion,” he said. When dealing said. If he reads a book that the nine members of the week. Kelley said that get- Cummings noted that the Members have mentioned with historical subjects, is overly descriptive, Mayor budget committee attended ting those numbers early school board no longer this concern at public meet- Mayor said, “Rumor has it, concludes that the author a planning session on should provide “some sense selects budget committee ings before. One reason for you have to write the truth.” lacks faith in his own audi- Thursday afternoon. There of where we are before we members. This is now exclu- the concern about sustain- Nonetheless, Mayor said ence. was an optimistic tone, get started.” sively the role of the select- ability is the difficulty in his training in history has When asked about his based on recent meetings The town and the budget men. estimating the final costs set proven valuable after the own reading preference, with town and school offi- committee have suggested The school board, in union negotiations. turn to fiction. Those Mayor said he avoids other cials. that early meetings and ini- Cummings noted, is com- Kelley noted in July that the research skills have aided his crime and mystery writers. In July Board of tial data can help make the fortable with this arrange- town has three major negoti- Gunther series, Mayor Having spent so much time Selectmen Chairman budget process flow more ment. Although the school ations going on this year. noted, “but I can superim- in the field working or writ- Marghie Seymour men- smoothly in later weeks. board is distinct from the Even with the unknowns, pose my own thought.” ing, Mayor said he needs a tioned her hopes for a more Although there may be town, the budget committee committee members said This method seems to break from the area. productive and less antago- bumps in the road, Kelley serves both boards. they wish to facilitate effi- work just fine for Mayor. He The same is true for popu- nistic process this year. reported, “We at least have Tighe has previously ciency in town and school has made the New York lar television crime dramas. Steve Kelley, chairman of everybody buying into the served on both the budget departments. They also Times bestseller list. He was “To me, every cop show is a the Budget Committee, sug- process.” committee and the school hope to recommend how also the first writer of crime comedy,” Mayor said. gested that all parties seem Art Tighe, recently board. Cummings also has departments can achieve literature to win the New In addition to work in interested in a smooth budg- appointed to the committee, school board service in the their goals. Linking spend- England Independent MAYOR, PAGE A16 et process. He informed the noted that the committee past. BUDGET, PAGE A16 Community House on Seven to Save list By DARIN WIPPERMAN the Community House was [email protected] a great addition to this LITTLETON — The year’s Seven to Save list. Community House was “This nomination was a selected as a key state strong one,” Stier said. “The preservation priority last house is very important to week. The New Hampshire the community.” Dozens of Preservation Alliance put groups use the house and the iconic town structure on annex for regular meetings. its Seven to Save list. Stier said that Seven to Placement on the list Save hopes to attract atten- highlights the ongoing tion to the Community maintenance needs of build- House. “We want to send a ings and other historic loca- clear message,” she said. tions in the state. The annu- “This building is much al focus on seven structures deserving of new invest- began in 2006. ment.” Maggie Stier of the Roxanne Bowker, presi- Preservation Alliance said dent of the Community House board, said that his- torical preservation efforts often focus on properties no longer in use. The Community House is differ- ent. “Ours is a viable, work- ing property still,” Bowker said. The effort to preserve the site, Bowker continued, “is for the whole town and

surrounding area.” COURTESY PHOTO The board is interested in The Littleton Community House has served the town for more than 90 years. With maintenance obligations ongoing, the civic fixture on Main Street making sure the house can was added to the Seven to Save list last week. The NH Preservation Alliance has created the annual list since 2006 to demonstrate the need to save SAVE, PAGE A16 historic structures. This picture shows both the house and the annex.

Littleton, N.H., 38 pages INSIDE 33 Main Street LOCAL INSIDE SPORTS ...... B1 COURT ...... A6 EDITORIAL ...... A4 Cabin fire in Poe made FROM THE FRONT ...... A12 CARTOON ...... A4 Lisbon A2 REAL ESTATE ...... B7 SPOTLIGHTS ...... C1 appearance in LETTERS ...... A5 OBITUARIES ...... A14 Bethlehem A7 POLICE ...... A6 CLASSIFIEDS ...... B7 CALENDAR ...... C6 A2 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Local News Littleton’s portion of county tax tops $1 million Lincoln continues to have highest county obligation

By DARIN WIPPERMAN a portion for state education ally fell by more than four ization process. [email protected] funding. percent, while Haverhill saw Each town’s total county NORTH COUNTRY — In ranking the county’s an increase of more than 18 obligation, along with the Towns throughout the municipalities, Lincoln and percent. Littleton’s increase change from last year’s region will see a notable Littleton are third and fifth, of over eight percent trans- amount, is listed below. increase in the portion of respectively, in the amount lates into a total increase of Lincoln, $1,271,608, property taxes due to the owed the county. Lincoln $76,043 for 2012. +9.15 percent county. In an October letter owes more than $1.2 million. The equalized value of Littleton, $1,005,024, Littleton broke the $1 mil- taxable property in a town +8.19 percent from the Department of DARIN WIPPERMAN/LITTLETON COURIER Revenue, the county com- lion county obligation barri- forms the basis of each Haverhill, $562,390, Lisbon firemen douse the damaged cabin after the fire was contained missioners were informed of er this year. The town must town’s county obligation. +18.14 percent on Monday afternoon. The cabin is located across a brook from Route the rate due from each town. pay $1,005,024 to the county According to state rules, Franconia, $458,614, 117. The small bridge over the brook required crews to haul hoses Across all of Grafton by mid-December. Haverhill equalized value is the esti- +7.94 percent and equipment from trucks parked on the highway. County, the total increase in was the only other town in mated true and market Woodstock, $412,096, +10.66 the county portion of the our region that owes a total value, rather than assessed percent property tax is $1,424,988. county tax of more than value. Bethlehem, $379,570, This is a jump of more than $500,000. Barbara Robinson, -4.23 percent Rustic Log seven percent over last year. Grafton County’s towns Director of the Municipal Monroe, $296,816, Although under budget, the have a total county tax com- Services Division of the +0.57 percent new county correctional mitment of $20,834,031 for Department of Revenue, Sugar Hill, $241,358, facility is seen as a primary 2012. A town’s portion of said use of equalized value +0.26 percent Cabins loses driver of the increase. that amount is based on the helps create a level playing Bath, $196,716, The county tax is a rela- equalized value of taxable field among towns. +7.60 percent tively small part of the total property within the town. Earlier this year, Stephan Lisbon, $180,391, unit to fire property tax rate in a town. The county’s two largest Hamilton, Director of the +8.45 percent For Littleton, the county por- contributors, Hanover and Property Appraisal Division, Easton, $107,333, By DARIN WIPPERMAN Units from nearby towns tion for 2011 was only six Lebanon, account for nearly wrote about the equalization +10.22 percent [email protected] helped Lisbon fight the fire. percent of the total property 30 percent of the total county process. He said that equal- Lyman, $97,965, LISBON — Rustic Log “I’d like to thank Sugar tax rate of $20.40 per thou- tax commitment. ization ensures “tax rates +10.25 percent Cabins, located on Route Hill, Landaff, and Bath for sand dollars of assessed The rate of increase in a reflect the percentage of Landaff, $80,422, 117 in Lisbon, lost a unit to their quick response,” value. town’s portion of the county market value found in each +6.11 percent fire on Monday afternoon. Stevens said. “The mutual Most of the tax burden tax bill varies considerably community.” He also noted Cabin Six was being used aid system works very goes for local education and in our region. Bethlehem’s that fairness to all communi- for storage, rather than well,” the chief concluded. town expenses. There is also amount due the county actu- ties is the basis for the equal- guest accommodations, An electrical crew was while awaiting renovation. on the scene. Emile Lessard No one was injured in the was informed that power Shaheen visits town, announces support for Woodburn blaze. lines near the cabin were Units were dispatched to not damaged. Darin Wipperman the scene at about 2:15 p.m. The fire charred the The Littleton Courier Emile and Alana Lessard cabin’s entire interior. Trees have owned the property behind the cabin also U.S. Senator Jeanne for 18 years. They were received damage. The cabin Shaheen visited Littleton on shocked when a passing itself was a total loss, Friday afternoon. First on motorist informed them of Stevens said. her agenda was a tour of the the fire. As they watched Lisbon Town and Country II proper- The Lessards were firemen make sure all hot ty, managed by AHEAD. amazed that the fire acted spots were out, the Lessards Shaheen chatted with resi- with such speed. Alana talked about memories of dents and got to see some called 911 after being told of the cabin. Although not units at the complex on the fire. She said the cabin used for guests now, some Country Lane. In the first “was fully engulfed when people call about the picture, the Senator smiles we saw it.” cabin’s status. It was a while talking to a resident of Emile Lessard quickly favorite for several previ- the development. got a nearby boat out of the ous guests, Alana said. Later in the day, at the way. The spot is used to The Lessards were grate- Community House, Shaheen park the boat after the sum- ful that no one was hurt, announced her support for motivation to run for the mer, he said. and happy that fire crews Jeff Woodburn’s state senate office. On hand were resi- Lisbon Fire Chief George acted so quickly to extin- candidacy. In the second dents of the area, several Deeds Kelley Monahan. House audience that she had Stevens said, “The fire guish the flames. photo, she watches North Country state house Shaheen proudly purchased some licorice at appears to be electrical in Losing the cabin hit the Woodburn speak about his candidates, and Register of informed the Community Chutters during her Main Street tour. nature.” The blaze was not couple hard. “I’m devastat- suspicious. ed,” Alana said. 40 West Main St. Eat In or LINCOLN CINEMAS IV Stevens said that the The Lessards wanted to (603) 745-6238 flames were intense when thank the passing motorist Littleton, NH Carry Out in Lincoln on Main Street • Exit 32 off I-93 crews arrived. Because of who told them about the Playlist for October 26 - November 1 the cabin’s location, fire. That individual did Outdoor TAKEN 2 PG-13 responding crews had to not remain on the scene. 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Thompson tional facility, will be about DARIN WIPPERMAN/THE LITTLETON COURIER 3,500 square feet. Wood LITTLETON––Ashton ounces and was 19.2 inches Last Tuesday’s cold and breezy morning created visions of warm wood heat for those who attended the ground- chips used for heating coun- breaking for the new biomass facility at the county complex. The nine who moved some earth for the sym- Nickolas Thompson, was long. ty buildings will be “direct born Sept. 13, 2012 at His parents are Branden bolic event were, from left to right, architect Jules Chatot, Maintenance Superintendent Jim Oakes, from the forest,” Chatot said. Representative Lyle “Rusty” Bulis, Grafton County Executive Director Julie Clough, county commissioner Littleton Regional Hospital. Thompson and Bianca Sub-surface piping will He weighed 7 pounds 6.8 Irving of Littleton. Michael Cryans, former commissioner Martha Richards, commissioners Ray Burton and Omer Ahern, and deliver heated water to Chuck Henderson from U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen’s office. buildings in the complex. The excavation work has Cryans said. He specifically input of our citizens is pretty “I’m very excited about this been proceeding. A large noted that former commis- special,” she said. With major step you have taken,” hole currently exists where sioner Martha Richards and geothermal energy at the Shaheen wrote. “I look for- Courier Almanac the building will be erected. Bethlehem’s David Van new correctional facility, and ward to seeing this system Commissioner Ray Houten were vital to moving biomass for other buildings, once completed,” the senator Burton was the first speaker the project forward. Cryans Richards believes that the concluded. The word said that the entire commit- complex can serve as a “bea- MacMillin Construction “We want to send a clear message. This building is much at the event. He thanked county staff for making the tee included “a very talented con of county government” Management, based in deserving of new investment.” group with a lot of expert- in New Hampshire. Keene, will build the new Maggie Stier of the Preservation Alliance speaking of the biomass plant possible. The “natural, renewable resource ise.” Chuck Henderson, of county plant. Thanks to the Community House’s placement on the state’s Seven to Save list. Commissioner Omer Senator Shaheen’s staff, read federal grant, the total cost See story page A1. from the wood industry,” Burton said, will reduce Ahern also delivered some a letter from New of the facility will be about costs for county taxpayers remarks. He noted that for- Hampshire’s senior senator. $2.3 million. Upcoming Meetings: and help area workers. est products are a “fantastic resource that we need to pro- SPECIAL NOTICE !!! Burton praised the move SOMETIMES IT’S BEST SOUTH STREET CLOSURE toward energy independ- mote.” Ahern also gave TO TALK THINGS OVER ence. thanks for those who will WITH A LAWYER... South Street will be closed to thru traffic during the day and the • Private Lessons evening. The road will be open to one-way traffic going towards Fellow commissioner build the biomass plant. “I cottage street. The road is closed to all pedestrian traffic during Michael Cryans echoed wish safety to all the men Available MARK E. YOUNGHOLM the duration of the project, which is anticipated to last from four Burton’s view. A “readily and women who will be • DAYCARE AVAILABLE to six weeks. To see a copy of the detour map, please go to the available fuel supply,” working on this project,” ATTORNEY AT LAW Mon., Wed., & Fri. 7:30-5:30 PM town manager's page. 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EDITORIAL BORN ON THIS DATE (10-24)

We honor 86 Y.A. Tittle, Football Hall of Famer their sacrifice 76 Bill Wyman, Rock musi- ecently the North Country received the sad cian (Rolling Stones) news that one of its own had been killed in 73 F. Murray Abraham, action in Afghanistan. Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Actor ("Amadeus") James Savard, a former resident of Jefferson, was killed by enemy fire in an operation in 64 Kweisi Mfume, Former KonduzR Province. All of us, whether we know the family NAACP president or not, mourn with them. The North Country and the 56 Jeff Merkley, U.S. sena- neighboring North East Kingdom of Vermont are one large tor, D-Ore. family, bound by the land, the mountains and a sense of community. 32 Monica, R&B singer, This year there have been 276 Americans killed in that actress country, a total of 2,140 since the war began. In the Iraq War 4,486 Americans were killed. The North Country has 22 Shenae Grimes, Actress paid its share of that awful total since the wars began. ("90210") These are horrible numbers but statistics hide the real tragedy. Each of those killed was an individual, with fam- ON THIS DATE ilies, hopes and dreams for the future. They didn’t want to die yet they donned the uniform and answered their coun- (10-24) try’s call, like many of their forefathers before them. IN HISTORY: Whether you agree or disagree with these wars, these peo- LETTERS ple died for you and their sacrifice should be honored. At 1648 The Peace of its root such service is what made this country and what Choose Woodburn Westphalia ended the continues to make this country possible. Without such Thirty Years' War and, people willing to step up and serve we would be vulnera- Another election season is means, but he brings a fresh political process, but was effectively, the Holy ble to the most horrific attacks. There will always be peo- upon us, and it’s time we set of ideas and goals. always open for debate on Roman Empire. ple ready to use violence and there must be people ready thought seriously about the Refreshing, even. What we new sides of an issue. As a to stop them. It’s not a perfect world but it is the world that future of the North Country. don’t need is the cross-party State Senator, he will prove 1861 The first transconti- exists. Right now, the North bickering, or self-invested to be no different. Make the nental telegraph message We mourn all those who have made the ultimate sacri- Country faces an election politicians of Washington, smart decision this election was sent from California fice for our country and honor all those who have served like never before. In an age DC. season. Venture out a little to President Abraham and continue to serve. of rapid growth, it’s impor- Jeff Woodburn has always bit. Choose a fresh face. Lincoln. tant that we can move for- been the type of man to Of the North Country, By ward while sticking to our think about others before the North Country, and For 1931 The George roots. himself. As my teacher, was the North Country. Washington Bridge, con- LETTERS What we need is a fresh always there to lend a help- Vote Jeff Woodburn for necting New York and face. But don’t get that con- ing hand. As my youth gov- State Senate. New Jersey, was dedicat- fused with a new face. What ernment advisor, he helped ed. Hopes girl gets we need is Jeff Woodburn for in my process of becoming Patrick Church, Lancaster State Senate. He is not new Youth Governor. He shared 1940 The 40-hour work her bike back to politics or the area by any with us his wisdom of the week went into effect in the United States. This bicycle stealing is a picture of it so when I big problem in Littleton. I showed the police officer By their campaign contributors 1945 The United sent my grandson a bike the picture, he said, “I Nations charter took and it was stolen twice. think that bike is at the sta- ye shall know them effect. The first time, the police tion now.” So I hopped into Editor’s note: The item to Campaign Finance you out of state, the name is pret- said I probably would my brother’s big car and it 1952 Republican presi- below confuses Waste will be able to find contribu- ty familiar around here. dential candidate Dwight never get it back. The jerks was my bike and we took it Management of Houston Texas tion records of all candi- Have a little free association D. Eisenhower declared, that steal them just take home. I asked at the station with Casella Waste Systems, of dates. to go with it. Trudeau Road them apart and throw if I hadn’t gone to look, Rutland, Vt. As many Jeff Woodburn’s report is dump, Casella. "I shall go to Korea" as them in the woods or in the would they have auctioned Bethlehem voters who followed here:http://sos.nh.gov/201 Then we have this entry. he promised to end the river. But we did get it it off? Yes, they would the landfill issues know, there is 21017Cand.aspx?id=27490 2. Marijuana Project PO conflict. back. My grandson’s friend have. So, take pictures of no connection between them. Jeff Woodburn is the Box 77492 Washington, DC 1992 The Toronto Blue borrowed it. Then two your children’s bikes. I The companies are competitors Democrat running for state 20012 $500 weeks later, it was stolen hope your daughter gets Jays became the first and Waste Management is a far senate district 1 (John From their website, they team outside the United again. The police came to her bike back. larger company. Gallus’ old district, our dis- appear to be a legalize pot my house and took a report States to win a World New Hampshire candi- trict). He has some interest- group. They are also out of Series as they defeated and again told me we’d Jean Glasenapp dates are required by law to ing contributions listed on state. the Atlanta Braves 4-3 in never see it again. But I Littleton report the names and his 17 October report. First With contributors like remembered I had taken a amounts of campaign con- we have this entry. these, what can we expect Game 6. tributors. These monthly 1. Waste Management from Jeff once in office? 2002 Authorities arrested reports are public records, PO Box 3027 Houston, TX Army veteran John Letters policy available from the Secretary 77253 $500. David Starr, Franconia Allen Muhammad and of State’s office. Go to the That name ought to ring teenager Lee Boyd The Courier welcomes letters to the editor and guest NH Secretary of State site, a bell with Bethlehem voters. 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Box 230, Littleton, NH 03561 • Phone: 444-3927 • Fax: 444-3920 • E-mail: [email protected] THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 A5 Letters to the Editor Chief Gardiner Recommends you Likes Warner vote for Woodburn As a member of the twenty times. have the House ED&A Committee, I Dr. Warner took responsi- utmost respect for her During World War II, number of campaign signs cross the aisle, to compro- had the pleasure of working bility for writing much of the abilities, her judgment and both the Allies and the Axis you see dotting the land- mise and seek equitable with Dr. Debi Warner for legislative language. her dedication to get powers dropped tons of scape, the endless newspa- solutions to the problems much of the last two years. We incorporated most if the job done. Chaff from airplanes to con- per ads or the flyers stuffing facing our state today. Jeff We worked on at least three not all of her recommenda- Debi Warner will make fuse the enemy radar and your mailbox? No, to be Woodburn is a candidate bills dealing with the profes- tions into the bills. Her dedi- an excellent State Senator prevent the anti-aircraft informed, you need to do that knows the North sion of psychology and in cation and attention to detail and I heartily endorse her. guns and fighter planes from your homework. You need Country, its peoples and tra- particular with one to pro- continually impressed me. locating the approaching to read and ask questions ditions. He knows our tect the privacy of patients' As it turned out, she and I Spec Bowers bombers. It appears that and do your research. It isn’t desires and needs. He has psychological records. She were on opposite sides of State Representative both political parties are easy, but Democracy should- been a small businessman, took the time from her pro- one of the bills. Even though Sunapee bombarding the airwaves n’t be. There are times when teacher and reporter. He will fessional schedule to drive my side lost that vote (and with similar Chaff to confuse a friend may help you in work hard to bring jobs and down to Concord at least her bill became law), I still and confound the electorate. your decision process. economic security to our It is difficult for a voter to sift Today, there is one candidate region and the State. Please through the endless slogans, I can vouch for and recom- join me in supporting and Supports Warner sound bites and negative ads mend to you the voter. It is voting for Jeff Woodburn, for to find the real candidate. I, Jeff Woodburn. NH State Senate District 1. I’m supporting Debi implementation or absence. would constitute a violation for one, am glad for the Our legislature in Warner for Senate District 1 Knowing something of of personal privacy. The fin- "mute” button on my TV Concord has been gripped Chief John R. Gardiner because she is genuine; she Debi’s background in health- ished work, after many hear- remote, for I have long ago by partisan division, unable (Lancaster and Twin talks with you and not at care in state, federal and pri- ings and meetings, was a bi- tuned out this endless chaff. or unwilling to compromise Mountain), Retired you, she engages in a con- vate practice, I am certain of partisan victory for personal So, how does one make a to solve the important issues Twin Mountain versation, not a conversion. her qualification and compe- privacy. Debi did the work decision as who to vote for? affecting us all. It is time to My concern for the race for tence regarding whatever as a private citizen. I can Do you base it upon the elect individuals willing to the Senate seat is that we hand we’re dealt. Moreover, only imagine what she will elect someone that will be I am convinced that she is be capable of as Senator rep- able to deal with the most creative enough to find a resenting the North Country. A vote for democracy contentious and volatile way that works for our state I look forward to calling her issue on the horizon and that and the North Country with- Senator and knowing the In these difficult times, cell number arbitrary? [give or take as in Bella’s is healthcare. I am a nurse out sacrificing our values North Country will be well our country faces many Extending this argument, case] with the propensity to with 30 years of experience, and way of life. represented in Concord. complicated issues. How is not a baby therefore a per- grow (or likewise when an so I know. I know of her work with does one decide which are son also? And since the pre- ovum receives a full comple- Regardless of who wins at the NH House and Senate in Deb Corey, RN most important? For those born baby’s stage of devel- ment of chromosomes artifi- the national level, we will be helping to draft and promote Sugar Hill who value democracy and opment (e.g. embryo, fetus, cially as in human cloning). dealing with major changes a solution to an Attorney freedom, one stands out. It is first trimester, late-term) This is a singular non-arbi- in healthcare either by General’s practice that the issue of life. roughly parallels the baby’s trary event. It is as distinct as Webster’s Dictionary number of cells, is this not zero and one, absent and defines “democracy” first as another arbitrary distinc- present. Crushing debt, courtesy of a “government by the peo- tion? Similarly, does distin- Are not all persons creat- ple,” and finally as “the guishing whether or not a ed equal and endowed by Obama and the Democrats absence of hereditary or baby can live outside his or their Creator with unalien- President Obama and the the Presidency with virtually to run on and no real plan arbitrary class distinctions or her mother’s womb matter? able rights? What is a Democrats have borrowed no relevant experience, for change, Obama and the privileges.” As people are Certainly no person can sur- democracy if the most basic and spent unwisely and sad- appears to be in completely Democrats have retreated to central to a democracy, an vive if his or her sources of of these rights, the right to dled us, our children, grand- over his head and unable to their fallback position of important question arises. water, food and oxygen are life, is not secure for all per- children and great grand- have any significant, posi- misdirection, blaming and What makes a person a per- removed. Is it not arbitrary sons? children with a level of debt tive impact on the economy. character assassination. son? Does skin color matter? whether a person acquires If a candidate is willing to that will, should they be re- He has spent trillions of tax- “Fool me once, shame on Gender? Aren’t these arbi- these by way of mouth, stand up for those persons elected, result in the eco- payer dollars without signif- you, fool me twice shame on trary hereditary distinctions, stomach tube, respirator or who have no voice, can we nomic enslavement of the icantly impacting our stag- me”. recognized as such as umbilical cord? Finally, is not rely on his or her charac- American people for genera- nant economy and high America’s history by docu- not whether a person is ter to accomplish what is tions to come. unemployment. Russell T. Cumbee ments like the Emancipation wanted or unwanted arbi- truly best for all of us? If a Mr. Obama, who came to With no significant record Franconia Proclamation and trary? Can we deny that the candidate’s compass is Nineteenth Amendment? Tutsis of the Rwanda geno- aligned with human rights, What about cell number? cide or the Jews of the is that not the best direction After all, all organisms con- Holocaust were persons? to follow for all the other Supports Linda Lauer for representative sist of one or more cells. The To truly be a democracy, issues? A vote for life is a We write to heartily to privatize pubic education, the will of the people, not the adult human body is com- America must move beyond vote for democracy. And a endorse Ms. Linda Lauer’s eliminating compulsory will of a Legislature deter- posed of trillions of them. these arbitrary distinctions, vote for democracy is a vote candidacy, (D) Bath, for the school attendance, which mined to seize power for Shaquille O’Neal, for exam- as it has those of race and for a prosperous, strong and New Hampshire Legislature, includes eliminating the itself through such efforts as ple, consists of more cells gender. Common sense and great America. Grafton Floterial District 15, requirement that parents privatizing Social Security, than Gabby Douglas and science alike tell us that a currently occupied by Rep. educate their children; even defunding road mainte- Gabby more so than Bella person begins when an egg Joselle Germano-Presby, Ingbretson, R., present supporting the effort to give nance and plowing, NH Santorum. Despite this dif- and sperm join (conception) Ph.D. District 5. local property tax abate- Public television and radio ference, are not these folks to produce a human diploid Franconia Ms. Lauer’s well- ments to parents who keep and reducing support for equally persons because, like cell (having a full comple- informed positions on edu- their children out of public hospitals. skin color and gender, is not ment of chromosome pairs cation, particularly in oppo- schools! His vote to override Adding final insult to sition to some very peculiar the Governor’s veto of a bill serious injury, Ingbretson Make informed decisions stances taken by Ingbretson authorizing parents to inter- seeks to “declare brainpower (see 2011-2012 Legislative vene in any school curricu- a New Hampshire resource. about ballot questions Record) and her involve- lum for any reason resulted (HB581). One must ask, If you have not seen a ent tax system and any tion of a Constitutional ment in local and state in another law, which then: if schools have been sample ballot you may not increases will rely on busi- Convention. Boards and Commissions attempts to defund and thus extensively corrupted by know that there will be three ness and property taxes. I This amendment will eminently qualify her for eviscerate New Hampshire’s these legislative decisions, 2012 Constitutional think our property taxes are result in the election of dele- your vote. proud record in education. how will we tax this elusive Amendment Questions on already very high and are gates who will hold a consti- In the name of “liberty- New Hampshire achieved resource? Your vote on Nov. the NH ballot for the general often unfair to those of us on tutional convention and pro- sensitive bills” under the a statewide graduation rate 6 for Linda Lauer is a vote to election on Nov. 6. I will be fixed incomes. pose any changes to the umbrella of the “New of 99 percent as a result of help stop the present voting no on all three and I Ballot Question Two constitution they wish. This Hampshire Liberty Alliance” years of successful efforts to O”Brien legislature in its encourage all voters to do includes a plan that will convention will be costly and Speaker Bill O’Brien’s reduce the dropout age. mad rush to seize and hold the same. allow the legislature to over- and is unnecessary. “House Republican Ingbretson supported lower- power for its own sake. Ms. Ballot Question One pro- rule the courts on internal An informed voter is a Alliance,” which directs ing the dropout age to 16 Lauer may be reached at poses a ban on any new form rules. valuable and necessary part members on how to vote, we again. These backward-mov- 747-4001. of personal income tax in This amendment strikes of a democracy. Please make find decisions such as fund- ing positions reveal a consis- our state constitution. at the heart of the separation your decisions based on ing private school vouchers tent attack on New Jeanne and Roy Foltan This amendment is aimed of powers among the legisla- facts and vote on Nov. 6. with local property taxes; Hampshire’s sovereign tra- Bath at preventing a problem that tive, executive and judicial part of a national movement dition, which responds to does not exist and will tie the branches of government. hands of any future legisla- Ballot Question Three Joyce Tompkins tures. It will freeze the pres- asks you to vote on forma- Piermont see more letters to the Editor on page A6 A6 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Police / Letters to the Editor

Man charged MORE LETTERS Think of the future with weekend Help me. I want to be gigantic, so humongous as to cult, if not impossible, to most benefits from the politically progressive like be incomprehensible. Yet, if borrow money. We would be Public Treasury with a result so many of my intelligent, understood correctly, it rep- a deadbeat nation and could that a democracy always col- well educated, compassion- resents the amount of money no longer fund healthcare, lapses over loose fiscal poli- stabbing ate friends. I want the state we owe as a nation. I’m not social security, national cy and is always followed by to help everybody who an economist but it seems to defense, public education, dictatorship. The average By Jonathan Benton On October 15 Keith needs help or even thinks me that if we owe it, we government pension funds, age of the world’s greatest [email protected] Miller, 32 of Whiteifield, they do. I want to see the might be obligated to pay it etc. Wages and retirement civilizations has been 200 WHITEFIELD — On was arrested for operating state end hunger. I want to back some day. So, reassure income would be reduced to years. These nations have Saturday night Whitefield, after suspension and see peace in the world. I me, progressive friends. Tell a pittance. A good cigar progressed through the fol- Carroll and NH State released on a summons. want the best education for me how we will manage might cost $30 or more. lowing sequence: From Police descended upon the On October 15 Jonathan everyone that money can that? If this dire scenario were bondage to spiritual faith, residence at 72 Hall Road Dupont, 31 of Gilman, Vt., buy. I want everyone in the Actually, two options to become a reality, I wonder from spiritual faith to great in Whitefield for the report was charged with theft of a world to have the best come to mind. The first is how many progressive vot- courage, from courage to lib- of a stabbing. motor vehicle. healthcare technology can that we don’t pay it back. We ers would come to think of erty, from liberty to abun- Leif Hansen, 37 and for- On October 18 Audrey provide. I like the idea that go broke. We repudiate our the fiscally responsible dance, from abundance to merly of Goffstown, was King, 45 of Bethlehem, was every family can own its debt or declare bankruptcy- Reagan years as the good old selfishness, from selfishness charged with first degree arrested on a warrant and own home. I want to see our we cheat our lenders. The days. to complacency, from com- assault for stabbing 44- possession marijuana. She infrastructure in perfect second and more likely sce- Alexander Tytler, an 18th placency to apathy, from year-old resident William was placed on $1,000 PR repair. I favor community nario is a massive quantita- century historian is credited apathy to dependency and Bergeron multiple times in bail and $250 cash bail. beautification. I listen to and tive easing by the Federal with saying (apocryphally): from dependency back to the arm and torso with a On October 20 Orinthia support NPR. Name it and if Reserve. We flood the money “A democracy cannot exist bondage.” butcher knife. The call Malone, 23 of Littleton, it is a good thing or an markets with cheap dollars as a permanent form of gov- Maybe it’s time to consid- came in at 7:45 p.m. and was arrested for driving improvement over an old thereby reducing the value ernment. It can only exist er this persuasive progres- Hansen was arrested with- after revocation and thing, I want it. of our nominal debt and until the voters discover sive sentimentality±: What out incident. released on a summons. The problem for me is a thus we cheat our lenders they can vote themselves about the children! According to Whitfield On October 21 Carl deep-seated phobia. I suffer and ourselves as well. money from the Public Have hope for the future. Police Chief Ed Samson the Maples, 43 of Behtlehem, from a fear of great numbers In either case, the results Treasury. From that moment, two men were drinking as age May 1969, arrested for and great debt and the num- would probably be the same. the majority always votes for Bill Gillmore friends and got into an driving after revocation ber $16,000,000,000,000 is so It would become more diffi- the candidates promising the Littleton argument that turned and placed on $500 PR bail. physical. Hansen had been On October 19, Kody staying with Bergeron for a Roberts, 17, was trying to The stimulus did not fail short period of time. avoid a ditch at the SAU The American Recovery Environmental Protection Some of the local projects Services expanded on Mt. Bergeron was transport- office parking office and he and Reinvestment Act Agency (EPA). The Veterans that benefited from Stimulus Eustis under U.S. Health and ed to Weeks Medical struck a manhole cover (ARRA), also known as the Home in Tilton received Life funding include Franconia Human Services. Center with non-life- with his front bumper. No Stimulus, DID NOT FAIL. Safety and Emergency water system improvements From Pittsburg to Mount threatening injuries and injuries were reported. There were over 360 projects Operations upgrades under USDA/RD, improve- Vernon and Dover to recently released. Hansen On October 21 on that I am aware of here in through the Veterans ments to the White Claremont, cities and towns, was held on $20,000 cash Lancaster Road Harry Rice, New Hampshire alone. Administration (VA). The U. Mountain Regional Airport homes and businesses, bail and faced arraignment 53 of Groveton was travel- The New Hampshire S. Department of Housing under FAA, Americans with Republicans and Democrats, Monday morning. ing south when he struck a Department of and Urban Development Disabilities (ADA) improve- all across New Hampshire “This a serious and moose causing damage to Transportation was able to (HUD) used Stimulus funds ments to the Whitefield and the entire country have uncommon incident that front right corner of his do needed road and bridge for dozens of housing proj- Public Library under benefited from the Stimulus. we haven’t seen a lot of vehicle. No injuries were projects that would not have ects. The U. S. Department of USDA/RD, energy efficien- In the process no doubt jobs over the years,” said reported. been funded otherwise. Energy (DOE) granted cy upgrades to the were preserved and created, Samson. Many communities, large ARRA funds for energy effi- Bethlehem Municipal materials were purchased, and small, received water ciency improvement meas- Building as well as the White energy bills were lowered system upgrades thanks to ures for many projects Mountain School under and many other benefits Together, let's do our Stimulus funding through including a number of USDOE (Energy), Littleton were realized. the U.S. Department of schools. The U. S. Light & Water added renew- We should be sincerely homework Agriculture Rural Department of Commerce able power at a water intake grateful to President Obama Development (USDA/RD) (DOC) helped expand fiber under EPA, AHEAD build for the SUCCESSFUL Did you know that our tating costs by starting or program. Similarly many optic connectivity and affordable housing on Stimulus program. Community Colleges and returning to college. It is sewer system/wastewater broadband communication Mann’s Hill and Cottage The University System of my belief that Coös County treatment upgrades were in underserved areas of New Streets under HUD and Christine St.Louis New Hampshire were tar- families cannot tolerate assisted through the U. S. Hampshire. Ammonoosuc Health Littleton geted for deep budget cuts both high gasoline costs last Legislative session? and high education costs. N.H.'s Republican legisla- Our motto, "Live Free or All doing our part tive leadership placed an Die" has not been upheld extreme financial burden by N.H. elected legislators. What a pleasure to travel jobs, with local businesses needed; you can pitch in, there are great resources to on higher education institu- Rather, they introduced and the 2,553 square miles of the thriving too. That External even for a day. Many towns help develop that. NCIC, tions. passed bills suggested by Senate District 1. We have Market was the pump for have efforts right now. Northern Community Our legislators voted to lobbyists paid by outside the most beautiful moun- the economy. Pittsburg is having an eco- Investment Corporation, cut 50 percent, yes, 50 per- interests. Our State's tains and forests; the people Things have changed. nomic development town offers financial assistance cent; one half of UNH's Universities must be able to are so resourceful and car- This thought often brings event to do just that. To dare and technical coaching to funding and 30 percent of provide education for the ing. And our spirits are our cast off looks and dis- to hope, to look forward, to bring forward your hatching N.H.'s Community jobs of the future. Let’s talk nourished just being at home paraging attitudes. But we sew our own values and pri- company. We don’t have to Colleges' funding in the in our communities about here. need to look closely at the orities to the quilt of eco- wait for business to come to budget that became law issues. For instance, can I meet many hard work- reason for change. Those nomic growth. While the us; we can develop our own July 1. Can we conclude funding for higher educa- ing people who miss the large employers, while won- results may not be too! that Coös County high tion be restored? If not, we opportunity to have full derful, were a vulnerable overnight, each one of us has It is not dreaming to school graduates and their are threatening to undo our employment. Piecing togeth- basis for our tiny economy. a piece we can play in the imagine we can direct our families must now pay heritage for independence er two or three jobs, it still is We need to diversify our outcome. Maybe your skills future growth compatible higher tuition costs? and inventiveness. hard to patch the gap for the business profile and look can be applied during the with our resources and val- This reduction of monies bills and the family. But most positively on the develop- mending together of local ues. My opponent dispar- has required administrative Marcia Hammon, of all it is hard to not know ment of many moderate progress. ages the notion as pie-in-the- decisions to cut staff and Candidate for Dist. 5 how it will turn out, for all of sized businesses. No matter your circum- sky. But I believe we can faculty. Students are Whitefield, Jefferson, us and for our own situation. So, what can the person stances, consider your part. count on our people for cre- presently seeking jobs Carroll, Randolph. We need to turn things do who misses their great If you do not have the great ative ideas and hard work instead of facing the devas- around in our economy. Can job, who is scraping together job now, you still have a that will pay off for our a single person do some- a living? If you have time, valid point of view, and your area’s healthy economy and thing? Sure. We can learn you are likely productive, input is valuable. While you our children’s future here at about the efforts underway crafting items for sale or might not afford regular home. Please do not let dis- across the area that are doing odd jobs. Yet you can hours volunteering, you can couragement deter you from Personal Injury directed at recruiting busi- stay informed. The same show up and speak up; your taking your rightful part in ness here, developing a towns that have lost so much voice will help complete the shaping our future. Probate • Wills healthy economy and good industry all have municipal picture so that a full view I look forward to doing jobs. And pitch in. development boards that are can be seen by all of us and my part in encouraging the Colebrook, Groveton and concentrating on bringing we can squarely move for- recovery of our economy Berlin have been particularly business in. Foundations ward. and the development of our hard hit in the market, with and corporations also are We have a fertile ground businesses for solid jobs and (603) 788-4244 • (800) 479-3884 losses of important compa- pointed at luring in business. for economic development, better family financial secu- Now in Lancaster – 149 Main Street nies that produced products But dare we hope that it will enticing business to come, or rity. shipped far that brought work? developing our own enter- fresh money here for good We can. Volunteers are prises here, too! 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CRAFT SHOW HOURS: Cost: $10.00 adults, $4.50 - under age 10; free - under age 3 Red and Golden Delicious, Crispin, Friday, October 26th 2-6:30 • Saturday, October 27th 9-4 Call for tickets at church office at 444-5567 Sunday, October 28th 10-3 Macoun, and Fresh Apple Cider or Nancy Collins at 444-2318. 441 Whitefield Rd., Rte. 142, Dalton NH 03598 Tickets can also be purchased at the door. (Russets arriving soon). Call for Directions - 603-837-9463 Honey, Squash, Homemade Pies and Doughnuts, and more. www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 A7 Local News Poe impersonator performs at Colonial LIBRARY NEWS By DARIN WIPPERMAN why Poe was found in a A bookworm’s delight [email protected] stranger’s clothes on a Bethlehem Public Library BETHLEHEM — The sign Baltimore street a few days before he died. Some of the The Library’s last event outside the Colonial was for the Big Read of Edgar quite curious on Thursday. possibilities included rabies, alcoholism, a stroke or vari- Allan Poe will be a chil- “Edgar Allan Poe, Live!” dren’s drop-in craft on The author, deceased since ous palsies. Harmon even said that Saturday, October 27th 1849, was certainly there in from 9am until noon. Come spirit for the evening. some believe vampires may have been the demise of the to the Children’s room, Campbell Harmon, a nation- make your own Gold Bug ally acclaimed Poe imper- famed author. This was especially in theme with the and learn about Poe’s sonator, made the crowd feel famous mystery of the like they were sharing 90 horror stories for which Poe is now best known. same name. minutes with the real per- The Friends of the son. Poe experienced many Bethlehem Library will be Library serves the residents Laura Clerkin, director of tragedies in his life, includ- offering refreshments all of Bethlehem and is open the Bethlehem Library, intro- ing the loss of his mother day during elections on six days per week. For duced Harmon. She said while he was young. His Tuesday, Nov.6. Baked more information, call 869- that the event was made pos- wife died at age 19 of tuber- DARIN WIPPERMAN/THE LITTLETON COURIER goods are needed and can 2409 or go to www.bethle- sible by the National culosis, a common and Edgar Allan Poe, played by Campbell Harmon, appeared on the Colonial be dropped off at the hemlibrary.org. Like us on Endowment for the Arts and dreadful lung disease in the Theatre stage Thursday night. He read “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Library on Monday, Nov. 5 Facebook at www.face- the Center for the Book at 19th Century. Raven,” discussed his life story, and took questions from the audience. or any time on Tuesday. book.com/BethlehemLibra the New Hampshire State The crowd, which includ- The Poe event was part of the Big Read festivities taking place this Lunch will also be avail- ryNH. All Library pro- Library. The center’s Big ed many students, was very month throughout the state. able, so come vote and grab grams are free and open to Read events this month fea- interested in the perform- ance. This will be as close as a meal too! the public. ture all things Poe. the benefits of reading, espe- Harmon informed the The Bethlehem Public Clerkin said the library cially of classic literature like audience that Poe’s well- they will come to seeing the has hosted other Poe events Poe’s diverse writings. known horror stories were real Edgar Allan Poe. to go along with Big Read. Harmon’s performance only a small piece of his In a discussion prior to There was a movie night on Thursday night helped cul- work. Poe’s first love was the Poe event, Clerkin pro- ORE ETTERS October 12. She was pleased minate Bethlehem’s Poe poetry, but he also wrote lit- vided an update on the new M L to see a dozen interested events. “Poe” thanked the erary criticism, essays, and town library. She said the Profile students there to audience, which numbered even served as a textbook project is proceeding well. Bad ballot questionss watch the cinematic version close to 100. “I’m so glad to editor. Plans from an architect are of “The Fall of the House of see so many lovers of fine Harmon interacted with the next big focus for the There will be 3 questions to the long held belief in Usher,” a famous Poe short poetry and prose here the crowd as Poe. One per- library committee. “By the we’re all asked to vote on the value of separation of story. tonight,” he said. son asked which contempo- end of the year,” Clerkin on the ballot on November powers among the legisla- Last Saturday Clerkin The evening started with raries he admired. “I was a said, “we hope to have 6th. We should take Nancy tive, executive and judicial said the library hosted a chil- a dramatic reading of “The great fan of Charles something for the public” on Reagan’s advice and “Just branches. dren’s event, using the Tell-Tale Heart.” This story, Dickens” was the answer. the design. say no”. This amendment is a theme from Poe’s short story, of a murderer haunted by his The crowd was very inter- The site of the now Ballot question #1 is a bad idea. Remember what “The Gold Bug.” Clerkin victim’s loud, beating heart, ested in Poe’s take on his demolished Maplehurst proposal (CACR13) to put Nancy Reagan said and believes that The Big Read is a standard piece from own death. He went over hotel is the planned location a ban on any NEW form of “Just say no.” helps people of all ages see Poe’s macabre phase. the numerous theories of for the new library. income tax in our state con- Ballot question #3 is stitution. required by our state con- This amendment will stitution to be on the ballot ORE ETTERS prevent future legislatures every 10 years. M L from exploring ALL possi- “Shall there be a conven- ble sources of revenue, will tion to amend or revise the A new approach is needed to stop Northern Pass freeze the present tax sys- constitution?” The Northern Pass Project and much good has been Legislature opposes the future and energy policies. tem in place. Revenue A yes vote on this ques- is a well-funded, destructive, accomplished. Reminding Northern Pass in its current Third, moving forward, sources will be dependent tion will result in an elec- damaging project for New Hydro Quebec that we design. It will outline our we must focus our efforts, on rising business profits tion of delegates who will Hampshire. It will irrepara- already have eminent terms and conditions for not on Hydro Quebec but on taxes and property taxes. vote to make any changes bly harm our environment, domain laws on the books permitting the Northern Northeast Utilities (NU). We The tax burden will be to the NH Constitution lower property values in the isn't going to stop them. The Pass corridor: (1) The lines have the ability to meet with downshifted from the State they wish. These changes North Country, cause eco- problem is that no one is yet must be buried along exist- their management team and of NH to the local towns would then be voted on by nomic hardship to many citi- comfortable that success has ing highway and rail beds; board of directors. We have where property taxes will the NH electorate. This is a zens, put our tourism busi- been achieved despite these (2) The natural beauty of the ability to speak to federal rise. costly process and unnec- ness at risk and, most telling, best efforts. How much New Hampshire must not be and state regulators. We This amendment is a essary at this time. provide no electric power to longer should we wait jeopardized; (3) The rights must bring pressure on them bad idea. Remember what These 3 proposals are 3 New Hampshire. before we acknowledge that and property values of land to change their thinking. Our Nancy Reagan said and bad ideas. Remember The tax losses from low- we need another strategy? owners must be respected offer should be simple. We “Just Say No.” what Nancy Reagan said ered property values will In fact, Public Service of and (4) The state of New will help NU achieve its Ballot question #2 and “Just say no.” put additional burdens on New Hampshire already Hampshire must receive suf- business objectives as long (CACR26) is a proposal to municipal budgets that are proclaims on its website ficient tax revenues for the as our state is not harmed give the legislature over- Betsey Phillips already stretched. This proj- (http://www.psnh.com/En flow of power through its and our state benefits finan- sight of the courts and to Franconia ect will destroy New ergyProjects/The-Northern- borders. cially from permitting overrule the courts on the Hampshire’s environment Pass.aspx ) that the Northern Second, the Federal buried power lines through courts own internal rules. and natural beauty for all of Pass project will be complet- Government has a major role the North Country. This This amendment is counter us now and for future gener- ed by 2015. to play in the final determi- should provide NU with an ations. In short, it is a We need new strategies to nation of the permitting easier alternative to the one weapon of economic terror- stop the Northern Pass. I process. We must take a of fighting against the strong ism being aimed at the citi- propose that we take the fol- group of elected state lead- resistance, which our citi- zens of New Hampshire. lowing actions to ensure that ers to Washington to speak zens have assembled to date Much good and selfless New Hampshire’s economic to members of the Energy New Hampshire has the work has been done trying and environmental futures Department to ensure that ability to win this struggle to stop this project, but it are not irreparably harmed. they know we will not against the current design of refuses to die. Why? Simply First, to date, no state gov- accept the Northern Pass as the Northern Pass. We can put, there are too many out- ernment body, including the it is currently designed. As a succeed by working together side interests who will bene- Legislature, has taken a state senator, I will work to to implement this new strat- fit from this project. Hydro definitive position on the organize this group. I will egy. It will protect citizen Quebec and Northeast Northern Pass. We have not invite the Governor, property rights, our environ- Utilities are public corpora- sent a clear, concise message Members of the Executive ment and the natural beauty tions whose shareholders to the Northern Pass propo- Council, the leadership of of the North Country, and will gain from this project at nents that we are unified in the Senate and the House create a new revenue source the expense of citizens of our opposition to the current and New Hampshire’s U.S. for the state. New Hampshire. design of this project. Senators and Congressional I applaud all the citizens, The first piece of legisla- Representatives to join this Bob Lamb local groups and communi- tion I will sponsor as state delegation. Our message Holderness ties who have succeeded in Senator will be a House- will be simple and clear. slowing this project down. Senate Resolution declaring New Hampshire will deter- They have worked tirelessly that the New Hampshire mine its own economic Former Deerfield representative supports Warner It is an honor and a privi- and updating the juvenile jus- Hampshire will be well served Don Gorman lege to write a letter of recom- tice code in its entirety. with Dr. Warner in the State Deerfield mendation for Dr. Debi I found Dr. Warner to be Senate. I would urge you to Eight-Year Veteran of Warner, who is running for attentive, hard working, com- vote for her on Nov. 6. the New Hampshire District One of the New petent and focused. In addi- Former NH Representative Legislature. Hampshire State Senate. I had tion, her pleasant personality the pleasure of working with and gracious demeanor lent Dr. Warner in the mid-nineties an air of calm to this very on a judicial task force that intense undertaking. The citi- was charged with reviewing zens of northern New

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LOWER WATERFORD, Adair Inn & Restaurant, Vt. – The Davies Memorial Chang Thai Café and the Library invites the commu- River Garden Cafe. nity to a lively afternoon of “It’s an exciting mix of outstanding food, wine, beer restaurants, featuring top and spirits tastings at the eateries from both sides of

DARIN WIPPERMAN/THE LITTLETON COURIER Rabbit Hill Inn. This is the the river,” said Leslie Pooches both large and small were at the Rocks Estate in Bethlehem on Saturday. The Above the Notch Humane Society sponsored the major annual fund raising Mulcahy of Rabbit Hill Inn. Third Annual Mutts Rock fundraiser. People were invited to bring their dogs for a good time. There were costume and other contests in event for the historic Davies “It reminds people of all the the morning, walks through the Estate, displays from canine-themed merchants, lunch, and music from the GrassFed Boys. Jefferson’s Memorial Library. Live jazz great dining options avail- Muddy Paw Sled Dog Kennel had three furry friends on hand. Here, Shorty, a malamute, can be seen lounging by a sled. music by the Littleton Jazz able within a twenty-minute Trio and large silent auction drive. Everyone discovers offering everything from new places to try.” adventure trips, certificates Other tasting stations will for many restaurants, area feature Vermont Spirits 5th Annual Halloween Festival, Oct. 27 services and unique items Vodka, Eden Ice Cider, will surely add to the fun. Artesano Meadery, local LITTLETON––It is with the VFW, American Legion 444-7711 Monday-Friday age category. The 8th annual Après breweries and several great pleasure to announce and Eagles organizations. between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Also, those who partici- Foliage Fest will be held on unique wines. that preparations are under- Donuts and cider will be and one will be set aside for pate in the pumpkin carving Sunday, Oct. 28 from 3 to 6 Now in its 8th year, this way for our 5th Annual served. McGruff will be you. contest and would like to p.m. Tickets are $30 and may highly anticipated and very Halloween Festival! On making a special appear- Children participating in display their pumpkin in be reserved in advance by well attended event has Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 ance throughout the day the pumpkin carving con- the “Gathering of the Jack- calling the Davies Library at gained great popularity. a.m.-noon, we will be host- and will be handing out test MUST be accompanied O-Lanterns” along the 802-748-4609 or by email at “Once again, we expect a ing a Halloween Festival at goody bags to the children by either a parent or an Ammonoosuc River may do [email protected]. packed house. Last year was Lakeway Elementary School upon departure. adult. We ask that if you so by either leaving your Tickets are also available at a sell-out.” said Mulcahy. As for children in grades K – 6. We have received several bring your pumpkin, please pumpkin with us after the the door. Payment is by cash one attendee said last year, There will be games, face pumpkins that have been have it hollowed out and event or by dropping it off or check and only 175 tickets ”This Fest celebrates some of painting, a jumping house, a donated and will be avail- ready to carve…carving to Littleton Bike & Fitness will be sold to the grand life’s greatest pleasures: fine pumpkin carving contest able on a first-come-first- tools will be provided. during normal business event. Ticket price includes food, drink, music and hav- and kids are encouraged to serve basis. You are encour- There are three age cate- hours on Friday, Saturday or entry to the Fest, food, wine, ing a good time with friends, wear their costume. There aged to bring your own gories (K-1st grade, 2nd -3rd Sunday. beer and spirit tastings, live while raising funds for a will also be a magic show pumpkin; if you are unable grade & 4th – 6th grade) and For More information, jazz music and registration community cause!” presented at 11 a.m., which to provide a pumpkin, a prize will be awarded for please visit our website @ to the auction. Mulcahy said, “It has was graciously sponsored please contact the the “Scariest”, “Funniest” & www.littletonpd.org. Several area popular become quite a social event by the Women’s Auxiliary of Administrative Office at “Most Original” for each eateries will present dishes drawing folks from very including unique fine cui- nearby to two hours away. sine, international fare, and Each year, the event raises familiar favorites. the bar with outstanding Losing Your View? Participating restaurants foods, wines, beers, spirits ANAU include Rabbit Hill Inn, and auction offerings. 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By Edith Tucker [email protected] BRETTON WOODS — The focus of this year’s Northern Community Investment Corporation (NCIC) annual meeting was “People, Places, and Passion,” all elements that contribute to economic success in Northern New Hampshire and the Northeast Kingdom (NEK), explained its executive director Jon Freeman on Thursday to an audience that filled tables in the Ballroom of the Omni Mount Washington Hotel. In his keynote speech, DRED commissioner George Bald pointed out that the three words used as the day’s theme had left out “Pride” which he called the fourth key element of both the North Country and PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER NEK. Business leaders and Sanford “Sandy” Blitz of Maine, center, federal co-chair of the Northern Regional Border Commission that Keynote speaker DRED Commissioner George Bald, left, was presented awarded $200,000 to the N. H. Grand kiosk program in 2011 and $200,000 to the Groveton cell tower proj- entrepreneurs who create new by NCIC executive director Jon Freeman with a complimentary stay at jobs and those who support ect in 2012, posed with fiber network experts: Christa Shute, director of finance of the Vermont the Omni Mount Washington Hotel in recognition of his many years of Telecommunications Authority of Montpelier, and Rob Carmichael, CEO of N. H. Optical Systems of Nashua. them, such as the NCIC staff, economic development work. change the lives of those who find work as well as their fam- more in the woods. tions and a chance for us to out, progress was being made ilies, he said. tors that come to the Resort as Innings Performance of He also touted Secured reverse the trend of young on NCIC projects, both partial- Omni Mount Washington well as the businesses that Lyndonville, Vt.; Dave LaForce Network Services (SNS) of people leaving,” Freeman said. ly funded by the Northern Hotel managing director Larry offer Grand Adventures. of Newport Furniture Parts Norwood, Mass., that opened Freeman also cited initia- Regional Border Commission, Magor, who like Cmr. Bald has Freeman showed a video Corp., of Newport, Vt.; and a second office and data center tives, partnerships, and fund- whose federal co-chair, Sandy only two weeks left at his cur- that introduced those on hand Peter LeBlanc of Nature by in Littleton’s Industrial Park ing to increase opportunities in Blitz was on hand: N. H. rent job before heading to the to six entrepreneurs located on Design of Barton, Vt. near I-93. In addition, he said, a agriculture and forestry as well Grand kiosks were being Omni Dallas Hotel, praised both sides of the Connecticut Freeman pointed out that number of large businesses as efforts to complete fiber net- installed in both Berlin and NCIC’s work on New River: Karen Tolin of Muddy Gorham Paper and Tissue have either made large invest- works across New Hampshire Gorham, and clearing began Hampshire Grand, designed Paw Sled Dog Kennel in (GPT) has tapped into the nat- ments in state-of-the art equip- and Vermont, designed to so that a 195-foot-tall cell tower to lure tourists and outdoor Jefferson; Dr. Karen Fitzhugh ural gas pipeline to substan- ment or expanded. increase redundancy and can be installed in Groveton, enthusiasts to the North of Sovereign Journey of tially reduce its costs and “Large businesses and interconnect with Canada. with the goal of its being oper- Country. He praised the 1,100 Bethlehem; Randy Ouellette of spoke of the importance of the smaller businesses — they’re NCIC is also working to opti- ational year’s end. passionate Omni employees Beech River Mill in Center Burgess Power plant that will all critical to the region, pro- mize the use of natural gas. who serve the 1.3 million visi- Ossipee; Adrain Guyer of Xtra provide on-site jobs and many viding a diversity of occupa- That very day, he pointed Willem Lange at Village Book Store, Oct. 28 LITTLETON––Everyone’s Vermont Public Radio and Bert Dodson is a painter, commissioned by The New handle a rifle safely. “Never sees that the mouse trusts favorite VPR commentator, both Vermont and New teacher, author and illustra- York Metropolitan Opera. point your gun at anything him. Later, when his father Willem Lange, will be at the Hampshire Public tor. He has illustrated over His work appears in you don’t intend to shoot,” begins to bait a mousetrap, Village Book Store, located at Television. His annual read- 80 books for children. He is Vermont Life, Northern his father teaches him and the boy wittingly reminds 81 Main Street in Littleton, ings of Charles Dickens’ A the author of “Keys To Woodlands and Dartmouth “don’t kill anything you his Dad of the lesson he had on Sunday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. Christmas Carol began in Drawing” (North Light Medicine. He regularly don’t intend to eat.” taught him. He will read and sign his 1975 and continue unabated. Books, 1985), “Keys to exhibits his watercolors and When he’s eight years old, ‘The White-Footed new book The White-Footed He’s published several audio Drawing with Imagination” drawings. He has drawn and he’s finally allowed to go to Mouse’ is being released on Mouse, along with the illus- recordings and six books (2006) and NUKES A Book of painted over 200 portraits. hunting camp with his Oct.16. You can reserve your trator Bert Dodson. and received an Emmy nom- Cartoons, vols. I and II. He lives in West Fairlee, Vt. father. They climb through copy today by calling the Willem Lange was born in ination for one of his pieces (McFarland and Co., 1986 and works in his studio in dark woods to the ice-cold Village Book Store at 444- 1935. A child of deaf parents, on Vermont Public and 1988). He co-authored, Bradford, Vt. camp, where Dad starts a fire 5263. If you are unable to he grew up speaking sign Television. with noted biologist, Mahlon A boy is sure he has the in the stove. A few minutes, make the signing on Sunday, language and first came to In 1973, Lange founded Hoagland, “The Way Life world’s best father, an out- later a tiny, shivering white- Oct. 28, let us know and we New England to prep school the Geriatric Adventure Works” (Times Books, 1995) doorsman who shows him footed mouse emerges from will hold a copy and have in 1950 as an alternative to Society, a group of outdoor and “Intimate Strangers; The the hiding places of ground- his nest to share the warmth Willem and Bert sign it for reform school in his native enthusiasts whose members Story of Unseen Life on nesting birds and teaches of the stovepipe. The boy you. New York State. have skied the 200-mile Earth” (ASM Press, 1999, him to paddle a canoe and feeds him a bit of cheese, and In 1981 he began writing a Alaska Marathon, climbed in Needam, et all). He was ani- weekly column, “A Yankee Alaska, the Andes and mation designer for the four Notebook”, which appears Himalayas, bushwhacked on part PBS television series, in several New England skis through northern New Intimate Strangers (1998). newspapers. He’s a com- England and paddled rivers He illustrated over 30 opera mentator or host for north of the Arctic Circle. stories for children, a series A10 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Local News North Country Council launches public dialogue about region’s future LITTLETON/HAVER- munity region in Coös, overarching vision for the nating the project. This is comprehensive approach to Littleton Senior Center on Oct. HILL--North Country Council Grafton and Carroll counties. region, and priorities will be expected to include such topics regional planning as a boost to 25 and Haverhill Municipal is undertaking an ambitious The Council has historically derived from that vision. “In as the housing needs of an the region’s ongoing economic Building on Nov. 8. All meet- three-year project to develop a had an official role in helping developing these priorities, it aging population, natural development efforts. “This ings will begin at 7 p.m. comprehensive plan for the to plan how funds in specific will be necessary to take a resource management, energy, funding is finally giving us the Additional locations and dates North Country, based in meet- federal programs, such as comprehensive look at all the the need for access to afford- opportunity to ensure that can be found at www.nccoun- ing current and future goals transportation or economic pieces needed to achieve resi- able healthy foods and daycare plans for transportation and cil.org or by calling the Council and needs of the people who development, have been spent dents’ vision for the future and for young working families. other infrastructure improve- at 444-6303. Notices have also live here. The North Country in the region. Unlike these past how they fit together,” This regional planning ini- ments support the job growth been provided to town offices Council is responsible for plan- planning efforts, the new explained Tara Bamford, the tiative is being funded by a we so desperately need in the for posting. This first round of ning for the growth and devel- North Country Plan will begin Council’s lead planner who Sustainable Communities North Country.” meetings will be focused on opment of its 43-member com- with the development of an has been charged with coordi- Initiative Grant, for which “This process will require a identifying the things that New Hampshire’s regional much higher level of public make the North Country a spe- planning commissions applied engagement than we’ve seen cial place to residents and to together. This statewide collab- in the past. We need to hear find out what residents see as oration has been named “A from those who have not typi- the highest priority needs. In Granite State Future.” The cally been at the table for plan- addition, UNH Cooperative grant is administered by HUD ning discussions, such as the Extension will be assisting the on behalf of a partnership of region’s youth and those who regional planning commis- federal agencies who have are struggling to make ends sions statewide by meeting agreed that funds are used meet” emphasized Bamford. with numerous focus groups. most efficiently and effectively To begin the process, the Other opportunities for input when planning is done in a Council has scheduled a series include an online survey at comprehensive way and when of public meetings to be held in www.nccouncil.org, and priorities are identified at the various locations around the Granite State Future comment regional level. North Country region this fall. 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Deadline for ad copy is November 1st at 4 p.m. THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 A11 Local News Speare Memorial Free presentation at WREN on Status of Women and Girls Hospital responds to BETHLEHEM--On including expertise in Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 5:30 grant-making, fundraising p.m., Marianne Jones, and long-range, strategic Executive Director of the planning. Ms. Jones has NECC product recall Women’s Fund of New worked in philanthropy Hampshire, will speak in and non-profit manage- PLYMOUTH––Speare notifying patients to whom are symptoms to watch for the Gallery at WREN on the ment in New Hampshire as Memorial Hospital is reach- these were administered in patients administered two Status of Women and Girls well as in the Seattle and ing out to patients as the during a recent hospital stay medications during cataract in New Hampshire. The Boston areas. Her back- number of cases continues to of their use; and to be aware surgery. event is free and open to the ground includes experience increase in the national out- of signs and symptoms relat- “By making patients public; a Q & A discussion with corporate philanthro- break of fungal meningitis ed to a fungal infection. We aware of what to look for with refreshments will fol- py and national foundation and infections related to a are engaged daily with the now and asking them to con- low. networks, as well as estab- specific steroid injection pro- New Hampshire tact their provider immedi- The Women’s Fund lishing new community- duced by the New England Department of Health and ately if they experience any recently released the first based initiatives, such as Compounding Center Human Services, the FDA of them, will aid in a more comprehensive report on Giving Circles, Venture (NECC) and the subsequent and CDC, receiving updates rapid diagnosis and treat- this topic. The report exam- Philanthropy and new recall of all medication made and the latest recommenda- ment,” said Dr. Ebner. ines the well being of New media strategies. by NECC since January 2012 tions.” Again, those specific Hampshire’s women and The Women's Fund of by the Food and Drug At this point in time, the patients who were adminis- girls across five themes: Marianne Jones, Executive New Hampshire is a Administration (FDA) FDA cannot confirm or guar- tered medications that were economic security; health; Director of the Women's Fund statewide foundation dedi- Speare Memorial Hospital antee that any product pro- made at the NECC since education and safety and of NH. (Courtesy photo.) cated to encouraging phi- did not purchase or adminis- duced at NECC is sterile. May 21 are being contacted. violence. The report pro- available as a free down- lanthropy among women ter any steroid injections Therefore, Speare patients As always, call your vides a framework and load from the Web site, and girls, improving the from NECC. However, the identified as having received provider directly if you have methodology for tracking www.wfnh.org and lives of women and girls hospital has utilized other one or more doses of a pain questions or concerns about progress, or the lack there- includes many illustrations through social change medications; one relative to control medication in Labor your own recent hospital of, over time on the status through graphs and charts grant-making and educat- pain control and the others and Delivery, in the stay or procedure at Speare. of New Hampshire women. on the findings. Free copies ing the community about specific to cataract surgery Emergency Department, or For more general informa- The release of this study will also be available at the the potential of women and that were purchased from as an inpatient, are being tion about the national out- is timely given the focus event. girls through research and NECC since May 21, 2012. advised of the signs and break of fungal meningitis, both statewide and nation- Marianne Jones has over advocacy. To learn more Speare’s Chief Medical symptoms of a fungal infec- the New Hampshire ally on women, girls, work, 20 years of leadership expe- about The Women’s Fund Officer Dr. Joseph Ebner tion with include fever, Department of Health and health and family issues. rience in philanthropy and visit www.wfnh.org. said, “While none of these chills, night sweats and just Human Services has also The full Status report is nonprofit management, drugs are currently in ques- not feeling well overall. Pain established an information tion, we are in the process of and severe redness of the eye line: 271-6617. North Country Fruit and Rabbi Kevin Hale at Beth El Vegetable Seminar and Tradeshow WHITEFIELD––Fall is insects common in New duction. Synagogue Nov. 2 & 3 here and that means it’s Hampshire and how they In addition to the educa- time for UNH Cooperative can help grow better crops. tional programming, 3.5 ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt.-- During services, Rabbi Hale They are free of charge. Extension’s annual North After a seasonal and pesticide recertification Rabbi Kevin Hale will be vis- will be giving the first of a Please RSVP if you are plan- Country Fruit and local food themed lunch, credits will be available for iting Beth El Synagogue on series of sermons on the ning to attend the Friday Vegetable Seminar and prepared by Mountain licensed applicators and Friday, Nov. 2 and Saturday, topic of the five phases of potluck or Saturday brunch: Trade Show. This event will View Grand, Rich Smith, an there will be ample time to Nov. 3. Rabbi Hale is from Judaism. Afterwards, atten- e-mail admin@congregation- take place on Tuesday, Oct. Agroecologist and Liz visit trade show booths the Northampton, Mass. dees are invited to stay for a beth-el.org or call (802) 748- 30 at the Mountain View Hodgdon, a graduate stu- highlighting companies area. He serves as a part- delicious oneg shabbat 5683. Grand Resort in Whitefield. dent in the Plant Biology that provide the services, time rabbi for the congrega- (dessert and socializing). Beth El is located at 1097 The day’s agenda will program at UNH, will supplies and equipment tion, coming to St. Johnsbury Rabbi Hale’s visit will Hospital Drive, across from include presentations by highlight the ecosystem needed for fruit and veg- periodically to hold services continue on Saturday, Nov. the Norris Cotton Cancer experts from New services offered by cover etable production. throughout the year. 3. Shabbat morning services Center. For any questions, Hampshire and Maine on crops as well as early There is a substantial The weekend will start will be held at 10 a.m. A call (802) 748-5683 or visit topics of interest to fruit results from a cover crop- pre-registration discount if with a vegetarian potluck on bagel and lox brunch and www.congregationbeth- and vegetable growers. ping trial currently under- you sign up by Oct. 22. For Friday night at 6:30 p.m. and discussion will follow at el.org. Crop Specialist, Steve way at UNH. The event more information please Shabbat (Sabbath) services noon. All are welcome to Johnson, will discuss some will be rounded out as visit will begin at 7:30 p.m. attend services and events. of the challenging disease Sustainable Horticulture http://extension.unh.edu/ issues faced by garlic grow- Specialist Becky Sideman Counties/Grafton/Docs/N Free Social Security Disability Seminar ers and how to manage and teams up with three North CFandV12.pdf or call the prevent them. Country farmers for a panel UNH Cooperative LITTLETON–– Attorney recently opened a Littleton date, after cases were initial- Entomologist, Alan Eaton, discussion on lessons Extension office in Grafton John L. Ward and the office and represent ly denied. (Note: every case will describe beneficial learned in high tunnel pro- County at 787-6944. Normand & Associates Law claimants from both New is different and past success Firm are hosting a free Social Hampshire and Vermont. is not a guarantee of future Security Disability informa- The forum is for people success.) 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www. NewHampshireLakesAndMountains .com A12 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Local News DentaQuest Foundation adds Bi-State Primary Care NORTH COUNTRY–– 301,500 people in Vermont association (PCA) partners oral health leadership, ical, and leadership capacity people that face financial, The DentaQuest Foundation and New Hampshire. selected in a competitive develop oral health expert- within Bi-State and its mem- geographic, language, cul- is pleased to announce that “We are excited to wel- process. The five selected ise, encourage collaboration ber CHCs. Assistance from tural and other barriers to the Bi-State Primary Care come the Bi-State Primary PCAs include: the Michigan among dental and medical the Safety Net Solutions receiving care. All health Association was selected to Care Association to the Primary Care Association, programs, and advance safe- team will help CHCs maxi- centers provide primary care participate in the Strengthening the Oral the Mississippi Primary ty net oral health needs at mize efficiency and ensure to families regardless of their Strengthening the Oral Health Safety Net Initiative,” Health Care Association, the the state level. Each award financial sustainability. insurance status or ability to Health Safety Net Initiative, said Michael Monopoli, Ohio Association of consists of grant funds plus Venues to share best prac- pay, but not all health centers a national program institut- DMD, MPH, MS, director of Community Health Centers, direct practice improvement tices will be available at have the capacity to provide ed in Fall 2011 to promote policy and programming at the Oregon Primary Care technical assistance for safe- member meetings, a Quality dental care. More than 12 oral health access at the DentaQuest Foundation. Association and the Bi-State ty net dental programs pro- Improvement Workgroup, million health center Community Health Centers “Through this Initiative, we Primary Care Association vided in-kind by the Safety Bi-State’s website, and a new patients do not have access (CHCs) across the country. will now have 10 PCAs (New Hampshire & Net Solutions team of the Safety Net Oral Health to dental services. In total, the Initiative developing their capacity to Vermont). DentaQuest Institute, a non- Forum. Bi-State will work DentaQuest Foundation’s engages 10 state/regional support their member health They join the five profit organization affiliated with its member centers, Strengthening the Oral PCA partners to develop centers and working to pro- Initiative partners from 2011: with the DentaQuest dental societies, private den- Health Safety Net Initiative their capacity to provide oral mote policies that improve the Arizona Association of Foundation. tists, and state agency staff is working to increase the health leadership and tech- oral health for the under- Community Health Centers, Bi-State plans to imple- on the joint policy goals of: oral health expertise and nical assistance to safety net served.” the Georgia Association for ment a multi-faceted two- fair reimbursement from capacity of CHCs at the programs in their states. “Bi-State and its members Primary Health Care, the state strategy of education, Vermont Medicaid for all national, state and commu- For more than 26 years, appreciate this tremendous Illinois Primary Health Care networking, and policy dentists and implementation nity levels so they are pre- Bi-State has been a partner at opportunity to work along- Association, the Kansas activities. Bi-State will fur- of oral health benefits for pared to care for the growing the state and federal level in side DentaQuest to develop Association for the ther the integration of oral pregnant women covered by numbers of people seeking the development of strate- and implement our shared Medically Underserved and health in primary care set- New Hampshire Medicaid. care at health centers. gies, policies, and programs vision of greater access to the Pennsylvania tings in 19 Federally CHCs are America’s If you would like to that provide and support oral health care,” stated Tess Association of Community Qualified Health Centers health safety net, serving 23 schedule an interview with community-based primary Stack Kuenning, CNS, MS, Health Centers. DentaQuest (FQHC) in New Hampshire million patients in more than Bi-State, please contact health care services in med- RN, executive director of Bi- Foundation also renewed and Vermont. The education 8,000 communities. They Susan Noon at 228-2830 Ext. ically underserved areas. Bi- State Primary Care these organizations’ grants strategy is designed to provide preventive and pri- 144 or [email protected]. State’s membership has Association. “This collabora- to continue their progress in increase organizational, clin- mary health care services to grown from two CHCs in tion will have far reaching providing oral health leader- 1986 to 30 in 2012. The 30 effects in Vermont and New ship and technical assistance CHCs support 112 health Hampshire.” to safety net programs in Amy-Jill Levine to speak at center sites and provide pri- Bi-State was one of five their state. mary and preventive care to state/regional primary care The grants will promote Plymouth Congregational UCC

st PLYMOUTH--On Nov. Studies, E. Rhodes and Coming Wednesday, November 21 9,10 and 11, the Charlotte Leona B. Carpenter Littleton Courier, Coös County Democrat and Berlin Reporter Reynolds Wakefield Professor of New Testament in the Lectures of Plymouth Studies and Professor of Congregational UCC, Jewish Studies at Vanderbilt Plymouth and the New University. She has pro- Hampshire Bible Society, duced lecture series for “The along with New Hampshire Great Courses” and was one Conference UCC, will pres- of the experts in the “Saving ent a unique opportunity to Jesus” seminars. Her writ- be inspired by a major con- ings include “The temporary religious scholar: Misunderstood Jew” and Vanderbilt University “The Meaning of the Bible: Professor Amy-Jill Levine. possibilities of “Jesus, What the Jewish Scriptures The title of Dr. Levine’s Judaism and the Bible,” the and the Christian Old series, “Common Roots, different way Jews and Testament Can Teach Us.“ Different Gardens: Christians read the same For more details, exact Christians and Jews in Scripture, the Jewish stories titles and a registration form Dialogue,” reflects her life- that Christians know as to download, visit www.ucc- Let us help you make long goal of promoting bet- Parables and exactly how plymouth.org. or call the ter relations between misunderstandings occur. Plymouth Congregational the holidays magical! Christians and Jews. With Amy-Jill Levine is UCC church office at 536- humor and sensitivity, she University Professor of New 2626 to have this informa- speaks the “problems and Testament and Jewish tion sent by mail. Perfect for offering • HOLIDAY EVENTS • GIFT CERTIFICATES Veterans Day Assembly at LHS, Nov. 9 • HARD-TO-FIND GIFTS & MORE LITTLETON––Littleton Tom Considine, guest Please contact Connie High School will host a cele- speaker Ward, Extended Learning Advertising Deadline: bration to honor our local Military compositions by coordinator at Littleton High Friday November 2nd veterans on Friday, Nov.9 our high school band School at 444-5601, Ext. 5120 starting at 1:15 p.m. in our Raising of the flags cere- by Nov. 5 if you intend to high school gymnasium. mony. come to this event or if you AD RATE Spread the Holiday Joy! The highlights include: Veterans and community would like more informa- ONLY Pick up your ad into $ 50 Presentation of colors by members are invited to tion. any other Salmon Press 4PCI the Junior ROTC attend this celebration! $ 95 Gift Guide for only 9 Gift Guide West: Meredith News, Record Enterprise, Winnisquam Echo PCI Gift Guide East: Carroll County Independent, Baysider, Granite State News

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The Mountain View One of the highlights of John Bigelow of Sugar State Senator Jeanie Food & Agriculture aged. We don’t like to turn Grand Resort in Whitefield the evening was the presen- Hill was presented with the Forrester of Meredith draw- That’s what a friend of people away at the door, for was host to approximately tation to the Lodge of an prestigious Major John ing the winning number for mine calls them and from this highly attended event. ninety Masons and guests. American flag that had Sullivan Bronze Award. To a raffle of a cabinet, hand- Maine no less! Fortunately, I We also offer a substantial Dale Sollars of Bethlehem flown in Iraq, by Major be nominated for this crafted by Lodge member love potatoes in about every discount for pre-registration. served as Master of Christine Stevens. Major award, a member of a Arthur Wright. way you can cook them. Call either the Coös or Ceremonies. He began the Stevens spoke of the deep Masonic Lodge must meet In his closing remarks, Which is why I was prompt- Grafton County Cooperative evening by introducing pride she felt in serving her numerous criteria. Paul Leary thanked every- ed to look into a way of pro- Extension offices 788-4961 or George Papadimatos of country. “The men and Papadimatos cited a few of one for a lovely evening. He tecting them following the 787-6944 for info; it’s also Littleton. Papadimatos women who serve our the reasons Bigelow was remarked that he is always Late Blight disease episode on-line. serves as the Worshipful country” she said “do so not selected for this honor. He energized by the upbeat which occurred a few years Back to the taters. Master of Burns Lodge, and for praise but because it is noted that not only is spirit and can-do attitude back… but, first, a quick Fungicides sprayed ahead of introduced one of the distin- the right thing to do.” She Bigelow always there physi- that he always finds when plug about our up-coming the Late Blight infections guished guests, Paul M. added that it is therefore all cally to help with the needs he travels to the North North Country Fruit and (they’re protectants) worked Leary of Franklin. Leary is the more appreciated when of the Lodge, but he is also Country. Vegetable Seminar and rather well. Trouble is not the M.W. Grand Master of they are thanked by civil- available to lend an ear, to Like members of the mil- Tradeshow. everyone gets them on in the Grand Lodge of the ians for their service. offer advise and to boost itary, the members of the We will, once again, be time. As an additional strate- State of New Hampshire. One of the awards pre- flagging morale. Bigelow’s Burns Lodge don’t lead getting together at the gy, I considered the Disease The Colors were presented sented during the evening wife, Kitty, was also hon- their lives for praise, but do Mountain View Grand in Triangle; how to break it by Chris Cass, Cody was a Fifty Year Veterans’ ored for the contribution of appreciate being recognized Whitefield for a daylong approach. Simply, given a Brownell, Morgan Gillman Award to Donald Sargent of her time and many talents. for their efforts. round of educational talks disease source, susceptible and Kachina Horton of the Littleton. When asked by David Graham of Lisbon and panel discussions fea- host and the right weather White Mountain Regional Leary what he has been presented Mrs. Bigelow turing researchers and expe- conditions, over time a dis- rienced growers. 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Statistics are boring. Don't be one. The best place for a helmet is on your head. A14 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Obituaries

Margaret Ann Badger, 91 Sister Germaine Bechard, FCSCJ (Sr. Homer de l’Eucharistie) FRANCONIA, NH -- Franconia. Lafferty of Arizona and her LITTLETON--Sister nieces and nephews. Sister Margaret Ann Badger She is survived by her brother Frank Kollarek of Germaine Bechard, FCSCJ, Germaine is survived by her (Midge), 91, was born Oct. 2 husband of 72 years; her two Florida. (Sr. Homer de l’Eucharistie), Sisters in the religious com- 1921 in Kearny, N. J., one of sons, James L. Badger Jr. and Donations in her memory a Daughter of the Charity of munity. She was prede- eight children born to John his wife Lynda of may be made to St. Paul the Sacred Heart of Jesus, ceased by her parents, her and Kady Kollarek. Midge Pennsylvania; Scott B. Lutheran Church, 101 passed away peacefully after stepmother, Laurette passed away peacefully on Badger and his wife Carla of Norway St., Berlin, NH a long illness on Oct.15, Lefebvre; one sister, Alice Oct. 15, 2012 at the Lafayette Virginia; her five grandchil- 03570 where Midge was a 2012, at Mount Sacred Heart, Garceau; two brothers-in- Center in Franconia. dren: Lynda Badger of member. Littleton. law, Leo Major and Fred She married James L. Wisconsin; Dawn Ferree and Funeral Services were Germaine Bechard was Garceau. Badger, Sr. in Lowell, Mass. her husband, Rob of held on Oct.17 at Pillsbury born April 9, 1915 in Chazy, Visiting hours were held on April 1, 1940. After Missouri; Kathleen Parrish Phaneuf Funeral Home in N.Y. She was the daughter at Mount Sacred Heart, 226 WWII, she and her husband and her husband, David of Littleton. Committal service of Homer Bechard and Grove Street on Wednesday, moved to West Islip, N. Y. Virginia; James Badger and was at Straw Cemetery in Amelia Landry. Germaine Oct. 17. A Mass of Christian Midge worked for over 20 his wife, Jessica, stationed in Twin Mountain. Bechard professed her vows Burial was celebrated in the years at Good Samaritan Germany and Brian Badger Arrangements and care with her Religious Mount Sacred Heart Chapel Hospital. Once retired in of Maryland and her five have been entrusted to the Congregation on Aug. 10, St. Joseph Home in on Thursday, Oct.18. 1981, she and her husband great grandchildren: Daniel; Pillsbury Phaneuf Funeral 1933. During her 79 years of Burlington, Vt. and contin- Interment will take place in Jim moved to Twin Allison; Sasha; Timothy and Home and Crematorium. religious profession, Sister ued in that capacity until St. Joseph Cemetery, Mountain where they lived Broderick. She is also sur- For more information, please Germaine served in 1997. She then moved to Coopersville, N.Y. at the con- for 28 years until moving vived by her sisters, Ann visit our website at Newport and Burlington, Mount Sacred Heart venience of the family. The into the Lafayette Center in Schifano of Ohio; Lucy www.pillsburyphaneuf.com. Vt/ and in Littleton. Infirmary in Littleton, New Ross Funeral Home, Sister Germaine Bechard Hampshire, where she lived Littleton Chapel, has the was a dedicated educator at until she was called home by privilege of these arrange- Judy Lynn Brooks, 63 Sacred Heart Schools in her Lord. ments. To offer condolences, LINCOLN–– Judy Lynn rides around New Mo.; a brother, Ronald Cary Newport, Vt. for 38 years, Sister Germaine Bechard please visit www.rossfuner- Brooks, 63, passed away on Hampshire in their Jeep and of Fenton, Mo.; a stepbroth- also sharing her artistic and is survived by her sister al.com Memorial donations Wednesday, Oct.17, 2012 at looking at the mountains. er, Robert Davis of St. Louis, musical talents whenever Frances Major of North may be sent to the the Grafton County Nursing Judy is a past President of Mo.; three aunts, Antoinette possible. In 1971, Sister Lawrence, NY, two brothers Daughters of the Charity of Home in North Haverhill, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary George and Josephine Germaine began another – Norman and his wife the Sacred Heart of Jesus, NH. Post # 308 in Newtown, CT. Lupica both of Milford, phase in her missionary Kathleen of Champlain, NY; 226 Grove Street, Littleton, She was born in She is survived by her Conn. and Minnie Sylvia of work in which she saw to the Marius and his wife Ann of NH 03561. Bridgeport, Conn., January husband of 45 years, Bushnell, Fla.; a niece, Nicole needs of the retired priests at Champlain, N.Y. and many 4, 1949, the daughter of Anthony J. Brooks, Sr. of Cary of St. Louis, Mo. and Laverne and Mary (DeMaio) Lincoln; her two sons, several cousins. Francis “Frank” Coolidge Menchin Cary. Anthony J. Brooks, Jr. of At Judy’s request there LISBON– Francis this area for his flooring Patty, Roxie, Sally, Bridget, Judy graduated from Lisbon and Pete T. Brooks of will be no public services. Coolidge Menchin, 74, business, which he was in Nina. He is predeceased by Masuk High School in Lincoln; a daughter, Laurie Ricker Funeral Home, passed away on Oct. 13, 2012 for 30 years. his parents and his son, Eric Monroe, Conn. She married Brooks of Thornton; her Woodsville is in charge of at his home after suffering He is survived by his Charles Menchin, who died Anthony J. Brooks on Dec. 2, mother, Mary Davis of arrangements. with Alzheimer’s for about daughter, Victoria “Stacey” in 1986. 1967. Fenton, Mo.; two grandchil- For more information or 10 years. Vego and her husband, A graveside service was She enjoyed knitting, cro- dren, Amy Brooks and to offer an online condolence Frank was born on Jan, 12, Ronnie from California; two held on Friday, Oct. 19, 2012 cheting, crafts and handi- Amber Brooks; her sister, please go to 1938 a son to Charles grandsons: Joshua and in the Grove Hill Cemetery work. She enjoyed taking Suzanne Cary of Fenton, www.rickerfh.com. Augustus Menchin and Jacub; one great grand- in Lisbon, with Rev. Lyn Elizabeth Esther (Glover) daughter, Cailin; his brother- Winter officiating. A Marilyn Hampson Machia, 75 Menchin in Brockton, Mass. in-law, Edward Coulstring, Celebration of Life was held Frank was in the Air his wife and caregiver, at his home at 190 Sweeney LITTLETON––Marilyn of Littleton, Angela Schaufus Force from 1956 to 1963. He Barbara Menchin of Lisbon, Road in Lisbon on Saturday, Hampson Machia, 75, of Berlin; two sisters, Jean specialized in computers nieces, nephews, best friends Oct. 20. Broomstick Hill Road, died Hampson Powers of and worked with the team and caregivers, Randy Arrangements and care suddenly Monday, Oct.15, Lyndonville, Vt., Linda who tested G-forces on mon- Whiting and Herbert have been entrusted to the 2012, at her home. She was Hampson Curtis of Holyoke, keys to go into space. Frank Carlson. Caregivers from Cremation Society of N.H. born in Littleton, the daugh- Mass. and many nieces and was a Mason. Frank was a Granite State Independent For more information, please ter of Roger and Ariel nephews. member of the Lisbon Stump Living: Meghan McKean, visit our website at (Sibley) Hampson. She Visiting were held on jumpers from 1986 to 1992. Karol Parker; North Country www.csnh.com. attended local schools and Thursday, Oct.18 at the Ross He’s probably best known in Home Health and Hospice: was a graduate of Littleton Funeral Home, Littleton High School. She worked by Chapel. A Celebration of her her husband's side for 35 life was held on Friday, Oct. Mark Anthony Stewart, 55 years at Roy's Shoe Repair in 19 at the All Saints Episcopal LISBON– Mark Anthony Stewart of Littleton and Littleton. She was active in Church, Littleton, with Stewart, 55, of Landaff Road, Ryan Stewart of Lisbon; the Grange, All Saints Pastor Kurt Wiesner officiat- died on Monday, Oct. 15, seven grandchildren, Episcopal Church and the ing. A graveside service fol- 2012, at his residence. Thomas Stewart, Paul Henry Food Cupboard. She appre- death in 2007. She is prede- lowed at the Wheeler Hill Mark was born in Shea, Anika Shea, Robert ciated the patronage and ceased by her parents and Cemetery, Littleton. Littleton on April 22, 1957, Royer Makala Gappa, Blake friendship of her paper route husband, Roy. Donations for Marylin the son of Charles and Betty Stewart and Bentlee Stewart; customers for the last 20 She is survived by her son Machia may be made to the (Oliver) Stewart. a sister, Shiela Matthews of years. One of her greatest Roger and wife, Valerie Emergency Food Cup board, He married Winona Bethlehem and several loves was the time she spent Machia of Littleton; a daugh- c/o All Saints Episcopal Holland on July 27, 1981. nieces, nephews and playing cards with her ter, Karen and husband, Tim Church, 35 School Street, Mark was a self-employed cousins. friends and would play Coffield of Littleton; grand- Littleton, NH 03561. logger for a time. He worked At Mark’s request, there wherever or whenever the children Shawn Coffield and To offer your condolences for 20 years at Bradford will be no public services opportunity arose. She had fiancée, Libby Simino and to the family please visit Veneer in Bradford, Vt. as a held at this time. celebrated 49 years of mar- her boys Dylan and Aiden of www.RossFuneral.com. boiler man and night watch- Ricker Funeral Home, riage to Roy prior to his Lancaster, Michael Coffield man. He loved to hunt, fish Woodsville, is in charge of and spend time with his chil- Survivors include his arrangements. Lucille Smith Parker, 103 dren and grandchildren. wife, Winona Stewart of For more information or He was predeceased by Corinth, Vt; his mother, to offer an online condolence LINCOLN––Lucille Boston. She and her hus- two granddaughters, his father, Charles Stewart Betty Madden of North Port, please go to Smith Parker, 103, formerly band, George, owned and Rebecca Parker of Sugar Hill and a nephew, Taylor Hill on Fla.; three sons, Douglas www.rickerfh.com. of Rte 3 died Thursday, Oct. operated Parker’s Motel in and Sarah Parker, Oct. 14, 2011. Stewart of Lisbon, James 11, 2012 at Lafayette Center Lincoln from 1938- Bethlehem. in Franconia, where she 1977.Besides her husband, NHA Funeral Service was resided for the past three George, she is pre-deceased held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at years. Born on July 3, 1909, by a brother, Wilfred Smith Fournier-Hale Funeral she was the daughter of Guy and a sister, Shirley Stevens. Home, 144 Main St, North Senior Menu A. and Lelia B. (Hanks) She leaves a son, Glen Parker Woodstock. Burial followed Smith. Lucille was a gradu- and his wife, Karol of Sugar at West View Cemetery, Menu for October 24-October 31 ate of Nashua High School Hill; a daughter, Carol Hudson. There were no call- and Designers Art School in Parker of Belmont, Mass.; ing hours. Littleton Area 9:45 a.m. Art class with menu! Frankenmummies, Senior Center Kristine Lingle at 12:45 p.m. freaky fires, dump cake, road Richard Lee Paradie, 66 Bookworms Bookclub meets kill sandwich bar, compost WEDNESDAY––Sole with at 1 p.m. salad, spoiled milk. Lisbon, NH- Richard Lee Vera Wallace, Lois Paye, and spinach/cheese filling, pota- Paradie, 66, of Mt. Eustis Avis Sherman and by his to, squash, peach shortcake. WEDNESDAY––Happy Horse Meadow Road, died at Dartmouth brother Roy E. Paradie. The Bone Builders meet at Halloween! A ghostly buffet! Senior Center Hitchcock Medical Center in He is survived by his wife 8:30 & 9:45 a.m. Music with The Bone Builders meet at Lebanon, NH, surrounded by of 45 years, Janice Paradie of Charles on piano at 11 a.m. 8:30 & 9:45 a.m. Music with WEDNESDAY––Salisbury his loving family, on Monday, Lisbon; three daughters, NCHH Foot Clinic at 12:45 Charles on piano begins at 11 steak, potato with gravy, veg- October 22, 2012. Teresa Paradie and Jodi Dow p.m. a.m. gies, salad, dessert. Richard was born in and husband James both of Plymouth, NH on December Lisbon and Shelley; three THURSDAY––Turkey with Lisbon Regional THRUSDAY––Chicken 16, 1945, to Napoleon and grandchildren, James Paradie, gravy, potato, peas, cranberry Cordon Bleu, red potato and Ruby (Emory) Paradie. He Tazia Dow and boyfriend apple salad, pumpkin pie. WEDNESDAY––Salisbury veggie, juice, almond bar. married Janice Hesselman on Mark Bartlett, and Tyler Dow; Pumpkin carving display. steak, hit rolls & butter, Music with Bob Benjamin. January 20, 1967. a great grandson, Levi Dow; The Bone Builders meet at mashed potatoes, carrots, 50/50 raffle. Richard was a former two sisters, Phyllis Sherman of 8:30 a.m. Food raffle at 12:30 fruit, milk, sandwich bar, member of the New West Cahzy, NY and Doris p.m. Crafts with Susan at 1 salad bar. FRIDAY––Potato bar with Hampshire National Guard Oullette of Penacook, NH; a p.m. chili with assorted toppings, and worked for himself as a In his younger days, he loved brother, Frederick N. Paradie THURSDAY––Beef fajitas, chocolate pudding cake. Red salvage dealer. hunting and fishing. In partic- of Woodsville, NH; and sever- FRIDAY––Chicken Cordon peppers & onions, rice, corn, Cross Blood Drive. Richard loved gambling, ular, he loved spending time al nieces, nephews, and Bleu, rice pilaf, asparagus, milk, fruit, sandwich bar, especially playing poker, and with his family and spoiling cousins. cupcake. 50/50 raffle begins salad bar. MONDAY––Spaghetti with taking trips to the casinos. He his grandchildren. Calling hours will be on at 12:30 p.m. “Lizzie Borden meat sauce, garlic bread, veg- and Janice played Yatzee Richard was predeceased Wednesday, October 24th took an axe or did she?” with FRIDAY––Grilled cheese, gies, salad, dessert. Music every morning and evening. by his sisters, Verna French, from 6-8 PM at Ricker Funeral Annette Holba. tomato soup, crackers, veggie with “Sweet Jamm”. Home, 1 Birch Street, sticks, fruit, milk, sandwich Woodsville, NH. MONDAY––Kielbasa, pota- bar, salad bar. TUESDAY––Hot chicken A funeral service will be on to, baby carrots, sauerkraut salad on rolls, potato wedges, Thursday, October 25th at 1 salad, chocolate chip cookies. MONDAY––Han & cheese veggies, salad, dessert. Music PM at Ricker Funeral Home, The Bone Builders meet at turnovers, carrots, fruit, milk, with Eben. with burial following at the 8:30 & 10 a.m. Yoga begins at sandwich bar, salad bar. Grove Hill Cemetery, Lisbon, 1 p.m. WEDNESDAY––Pizza, beets NH. TUESDAY––Sloppy Joe on a & sour cream, Boo cake. For more information or to TUESDAY––Rib-a-Que, bun, rice corn, milk, fruit, Music with Bob. offer an online condolence, twice-baked potato, winter sandwich bar, salad bar. please visit www.rickerfh.com squash, tossed salad. The Ricke Funeral Home, Bone Builders meet at 8:30 & WEDNESDAY––Halloween Woodsville, NH is in charge of arrangements. THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 A15 Local News The Outside Story Brainy birds stash stores, thwart thieves

By Lilian Shen last only as long as they are then replaced the cached present, a chickadee caches that dismisses birds as hav- We know that squirrels needed. Brain growth is tied blue pellets with blue beads food openly. ing finely tuned instincts but make the most of fall's plenty to food availability, since but only if the birds were Perhaps the most notable otherwise being rather stu- by hoarding nuts for the win- captive chickadees that released to retrieve the food caching behavior recorded so pid. They also illustrate the ter, but the fact that birds also receive plentiful food year- later that day. If the magpies far is in scrub jays. If they importance of food caching. store, or cache, food goes round do not undergo sea- were not allowed to retrieve cache food while another jay The impressive ability to largely unappreciated. sonal brain changes. caches until the next day, is watching, they return memorize caches and thwart Through clever observation Birds in the corvid family. then red pellets were quickly and move the food to thieves has spread through and experiments, biologists Crows, ravens, jays, and exchanged for red beads. another hiding place. But these species simply because have found that food caching magpies are capable not only After experiencing that blue interestingly, only jays that it allows for better survival in (from the French cacher, “to verticals, and use of the sun as compass. Smaller local of prodigious memorization pellets became inedible the had learned to pilfer another the wild, where the food sup- hide”) has developed to a of food cache locations, but same day and red ones the jay’s stores behaved this way. ply fluctuates between feast high art in some birds. details are not as critical, probably because these often also what type of food was following day, the magpies Jays that had never robbed and famine. Take the chickadee, for cached and when. They even sought out only red pellets if another did not move their instance. Chickadees put change in a forest. When retrieving food, they remem- learn that food can go bad they were released to retrieve caches. They say it takes a Li Shen is an adjunct profes- tens of thousands of food and then apply that knowl- caches on the same day, and thief to know a thief; jays sor at the Dartmouth Medical items a year into short-term ber which sites have been emptied, either by them or edge to their stores. In one only blue pellets if retrieving seem able to predict the School and the chair of the storage. They usually study western scrub jays food on the following day. behavior of another by Thetford, Vermont, retrieve and eat the food in by robbers, to avoid fruitless searching. were allowed to learn that Evidently, they remembered extrapolating from their own Conservation Commission. The the space of several days. grubs were perishable not only where they hid behavior, an aptitude previ- illustration for this column was Each food item is cached in a How does a tiny bird have such brain power? whereas peanuts were long- food, but what it was and ously thought to exist only in drawn by Adelaide Tyrol. The different place to make it dif- lasting. They were then when they hid it. humans. And the discrimi- Outside Story is assigned and ficult for thieves to steal all Chickadees begin to store food at the onset of fall, when given grubs and peanuts to Outwitting those who nating jays don't move food edited by Northern Woodlands the food at once. When hid- cache. If they had free access would steal food stores also that was cached while they magazine and sponsored by the ing a new item, they remem- seeds become abundant. At the same time, the region of to their stores, they ate the requires intelligence. were being watched by their Wellborn Ecology Fund of New ber their previous storage grubs first, before they went Chickadees understand that mate, with whom they share Hampshire Charitable sites and avoid placing the brain that handles spatial memory (part of the hip- bad. If the jays were prevent- some birds steal food but not food. Foundation: caches too close together. ed from reaching their stores others. Potential thieves These feats of learning [email protected]. Chickadees remember each pocampus) starts to grow in size by producing new brain until after the grubs had include other chickadees and and reasoning belie the con- hiding place for around a spoiled, they went only to also nuthatches, another ventional “bird brain” notion month, even though they cells to handle the huge amount of cache data. It con- the cached peanuts and did species that caches food. may be scattered widely not visit the grub caches. When a chickadee hides food AUCTION across a bird’s territory. tinues to grow as more food is cached. Come spring, And astonishingly, birds in the presence of another @Conway Auction Hall Research shows they use can re-evaluate their food chickadee or a nuthatch, it 1470 ROUTE 16 (approx. 2 mi. So. of Kangamangus Hwy.) visual cues to navigate back reliance on food stores drops, DATE: SUNDAY, OCT. 28 TIME: 10:00 AM caching dwindles and the caches on the fly. Magpies chooses to do so behind PREVIEW: SAT. 27TH (9AM-4PM) and SUN. 28TH (9-10AM) to each of their cache sites by were given blue and red food cover so the potential robber a combination of larger land- brain area shrinks. Brain cells use a lot of energy, so to con- pellets to hide, and then were can’t see the hiding location. Antiques, Art, Automotive, Clocks, Coins, Colletibles, Tools & More: For coin scape features, particularly confined. 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Please Re-Elect REPRESENTATIVE EVALYN MERRICK A Proven Leader for the North Country STATE REPRESENTATIVE COÖS DISTRICT 7

Evalyn Merrick will continue to fight for families and businesses by: • Working on common goals with Republican Colleagues • Advocating for legislation that encourages and supports sustainable job creation • Continue to fight for critical services for our seniors, children, veterans, and disabled citizens • Encouraging workforce training through educational funding Dependable Voice for the North Country who will... • Participate in efforts to halt the Northern Pass project • Help to protect the rights of workers and employers • Support legislation that ensures equal rights and personal choice for all citizens Thank you for your vote on November 6, 2012

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SAVE its heating system recently. the shingles. Estimates have homes so beautiful and Annex.” memorial to the soldiers and Bowker said that study of been hard to pin down attractive, also makes them Bowker thanked Ruth sailors of World War I. (CONTINUED FROM PAGE A1) the problem concluded that because of the possible extra challenging to care for,” she Taylor for writing the Seven Bowker hopes that the serve Littleton for decades to the furnace “is not safe to funding needed to repair the said. to Save application. Taylor attention of the Preservation come. “We have deferred a operate anymore.” As a roof frame, in addition to On the property’s web- also assists the board in its Alliance “will spur interest lot of maintenance through result of the heating issue, new shingles. site, the board’s cause state- efforts to attract funding. in our property.” She contin- the years,” Bowker noted. Bowker said that the annex In a statement, Bowker ment notes that they are The Community House ued by saying, “We would Ongoing maintenance will be closed this winter. noted the difficulty that focused on “restoring a has been serving the town like to work with local busi- funds have fresh relevance Roof issues are on the comes with caring for the sense of community in for more than 90 years. At nesses if we can.” to the house’s board. The agenda, as well. Bowker house and annex. “We have Littleton by ensuring the the 1920 town meeting, resi- Stier is very optimistic property’s annex, located said that there may be prob- learned that what makes future and relevance of the dents designated the about the property’s future. behind the main house, lost lems with wood underneath these old Queen Anne style Community House and Community House as a “The townspeople have cared for it so well,” she said. “They have a real treasure.” Stier concluded that the 2202 Community House is a TOTO VEHICLESVEHICLES “showplace, top-notch” THETHECOUNTDOWN 2500 DELIVERED location. COUNTDOWN 2500 DELIVERED The Community House website is www.littleton- 498 communitycenter.org. Donations can be made LEFT online. 27002700 Last year, Pearson Hall in IS ON! TO GO! IS ON! TO GO! Haverhill made Seven to Save. The iron furnace in THE COUNTDOWN TO Franconia was placed on the 2013 FORD THE COUNTDOWN TO 2013 FORD list in 2009. 2700 IS ON!! 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CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER Lisbon’s Mike Heath follows his shot as Woodsville goalie Tom D’Angelo makes a save in the mud at Woodsville High last Friday.

By CHARLIE LENTZ ousted by No. 7 Wilton- we’re hoping to take advan- snapped on the afternoon of they’re happy at 16-0 but to Lisbon’s Mike Heath opened [email protected] Lyndeborough in the quar- tage of that in two games Sunday Nov. 4 — the date be honest it doesn’t mean the scoring at 9:30 of the first terfinals and then see what happens for the Division IV much. It doesn’t mean a darn half. Derek Roberts tallied at WOODSVILLE — Lisbon “Last year we learned a in the playoffs.” Tournament championship thing really — take that back 23:12 of the second half to lined up for a team picture lesson — even though we Poore gladly accepted the game at Southern New — it’s a good thing but in push Lisbon’s lead to 2-0. near the sideline at had home field (in the play- division’s No.-1 tournament Hampshire University in their minds there’s more to “If we keep playing with Woodsville High last Friday offs) for two games — and I seed that accompanied the Manchester. do.” this much confidence and to commemorate a regular think that these guys were Panthers regular season per- “Championships aren’t Against Woodsville the our horses keep pulling us season record of 16-0 but hungry after that,” Poore formance. But the coach like- won in October. They’re won Panthers overcame a steady through — we’ve got role coach Les Poore declined said. “We’re on a mission to ly won’t pose for any Kodak in November,” Poore said. downpour and poor footing joining the photo opportuni- make up for what hap- moments unless they’re “That’s the way it is. I’m sure to put two goals in the net. SEE LISBON, PAGE B12 ty. pened.” In his 25th year at the Wilton-Lyndeborough helm and despite coaching went on to capture the state the Panthers to the first per- championship after defeat- fect regular season in his ing Lisbon 3-1 last season. tenure — Poore was in no “Look what happened mood for the camera’s flash last year. The No. 7 seed won after a 2-0 victory over the the tournament. The 1, 2, 3, 4 Engineers. Instead his (seeds) got knocked off,” thoughts flashed back to a Poore said. “So just because less than picture-perfect you’re 1, 2, 3 or 4 — you’ve moment — after going 14-2 got home field advantage in the regular season last but that’s what you’ve got it year and earning the No. 2 for. You’ve got to take seed for the Division IV advantage of it and most Tournament — Lisbon was years we have. This year B2 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Sports Littleton girls earn No. 3 seed for tourney

By CHARLIE LENTZ of that from who we lost last [email protected] year to coming in this year,” said Littleton coach Kory LITTLETON — What Pinard. “I think this group of started in unfamiliar territo- girls did a fantastic job.” ry for the Littleton High girls Senior center halfback soccer team — the season Sydney Pinard and senior opener at Groveton on Aug. forward/stopper Dori 31 minus five standout Horne have led the starters who helped the Crusaders back to familiar Crusaders reach the state ground with help from a cast championship game last sea- of supporting players son — ended in a familiar including junior forward place last Thursday after a 1- Maggie Hadlock, junior 0 victory over wing fullback Brittany Pittsburg/Canaan at Norton Favreau, junior sweeper Pike field in the regular sea- Chloe Pilgrim, junior mid- son finale. Once again fielder Hannah Lavoie, Littleton nailed down a top sophomore defender four seed for the start of this Meagan Bircher, sophomore week’s the Division IV forward Madi McNamara, Tournament. Littleton is juniors Ali Mackay, scheduled to play host to a Mercedes Negron, Olivia first-round game at 3 p.m. Paradice, freshmen forwards today. Ali Horne and Cierra And despite an injured Favreau, sophomores Olivia knee that will keep her on Chartier and Maya the bench throughout the Northrop along with sopho- tournament — senior Aimee more goalkeeper Jordan Hastings celebrated by kick- Odell. ing off the game against “They did well,” Pinard Pittsburg/Canaan before the said. “I didn’t think we’d Crusaders quickly booted end up 14 and 2. I really the ball out of bounds and honestly didn’t think we’d Hastings hobbled back to the end be 14 and 2. Lisbon did- bench in her white and n’t lose a lot from last sea- maroon uniform accented son. I knew Woodsville with a bulky knee brace. would still be strong this Littleton lost to gradua- year. I thought Colebrook tion top scorer Julia Winn, would be super strong this goalkeeper Taylor Glidden, year, for some reason they speedy forward Rebecca weren’t. I knew scoring for Abbott, sweeper Ashley Hill us would be a struggle this and midfielder Lindsey year and it has been but CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER Glines — but the Crusaders we’re doing OK, we’re still Littleton’s Maggie Hadlock, right, attempts a crossing pass as Pittsburg’s Allison Dancourt defends. just kept on trucking to a 14- winning all the games. They 2 record and the No. 3 seed dig down deep if they’re ular season 17-2-1 overall pretty level,” Pinard said. And Littleton amassed tougher teams.” in the D-IV tourney. scored on early. We fell last season and is 79-13-4 “Hey, made the playoffs — the victories required for a Norton Pike field is a rel- “Great season, 14-2, you behind four or five games.” over the last five seasons. we’re No. 3 in the state.” top four seed and the two atively small soccer pitch can’t really shake a stick out Littleton finished the reg- “The program has stayed Dori Horne headed in a home playoff games that and the Crusaders did not goal at 1:37 of the first half accompany it — assuming a lose there this season. Pinard on a crossing pass from victory in the opening hoped Littleton would have Hadlock for Littleton’s lone round. Pinard said Littleton two more wins in the play- goal in the victory over would likely play Profile in offs this season to reward Woodsville girls lock Pittsburg/Canaan. Littleton first round action today. The the fans that have supported led 14-3 in shots and 7-1 in quarterfinals are scheduled the program over the years. corner kicks and the Yellow for Saturday. “It’s great hosting the soc- Jackets never seriously Littleton started last week cer tournament here,” up No. 2 seed threatened. Odell finished by defeating previously Pinard said. with two saves. Katelyn unbeaten Woodsville 2-1 on But the coach would also Kelsea made eight saves for Oct. 16. Pinard said the like to have at least one more By CHARLIE LENTZ Pittsburg/Canaan. Crusaders need to repeat the road game at Merrimack [email protected] Coach Pinard said the effort they made against the Valley in the state semifi- Crusaders scored the goal Engineers throughout the nals. they needed to beat the upcoming tournament. “It’s the goal,” Pinard WOODSVILLE — The Yellow Jackets. “It could be anybody’s said. “Let’s see if we can get Engineers of Woodsville “One to win,” Pinard game,” Pinard said. “They there.” defeated Lisbon 1-0 at said. “That’s all it takes.” always get up for the Community Field last Friday and finished the regular sea- son 15-1 — locking up the No. 2 seed for the start of this week’s girls soccer Littleton cross country Division IV Tournament. Woodsville is scheduled to play host to a first round races at Epping meet game at 3 p.m. today against the No. 15 seed. Concord EPPING — Littleton ing of 22 minutes, 35 sec- finisher for Littleton in the Christian was the 15th seed High’s cross country team onds. Also finishing for boys division, placing 37th through last Friday’s stand- competed in a meet at Littleton was Kelsey in a field of 70 runners in ings but official NHIAA D- Epping on Oct. 16. Champagne, ninth in 22:39, 21:08. Also finishing for IV seedings had not yet been Littleton’s Kaylee Trisha Ford (34th) 26.40, Littleton was Dylan released at The Courier’s Champagne was the top fin- Ciara Ferland (41st) 27:51 Hartford (49th) 21:52, Eric press time. isher for the Crusaders, tak- and Alexis Long (42nd) Pilgrim (57th) 23:17 and Eric Woodsville coach Ann ing seventh place in a field 27:53. Schafer (65th) 26:15. Loud said the Engineers of 51 runners with a clock- Conor Soucy was the top need to step up their play for the tournament. “I still think don’t think we came out with the inten- New Hampshire Fish & sity that I think that we’re capable of but overall I’m happy that we won,” Loud Wildlife Calendars ready said. The Engineers reached CONCORD — The New dates, from free fishing day http://www.wildnh.com/S the final four of the state Hampshire Fish and Game to the youth deer hunt week- hop/calendar.html (ship- tournament last season and Department has launched its end. This year’s calendar ping is free for 1-5 calen- coach Loud said they would all-new 2013 New also highlights opportunities dars), or purchase in person take this year’s tourney one Hampshire Fish & Wildlife for “citizen scientists” to at the N.H. Fish and Game game at a time. Calendar, showcasing pro- participate in science-based Department, 11 Hazen Drive “What we’re looking for CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER fessional photography management across the in Concord (open Monday is to win every game as it Woodsville’s Dee Martin, the team’s top scorer, and the Engineers open depicting a wide range of state. through Friday from 8:15 comes to us,” Loud said. the D-IV playoffs at home today. New Hampshire’s fascinat- By buying a calendar, a.m. to 4:15 p.m.). “Then we’ll look after that ing wildlife. If you enjoy you’ll be helping support The calendar is a hand- — game to game. We just If Woodsville wins today Woodsville keeper Abigail New Hampshire’s great out- New Hampshire’s Fish and some New Hampshire-made cannot look by anyone. I it will play host to a second Simano made five saves. doors, this is the calendar for Game’s work managing product that will bring a think it’s all comes down to round game at 2 p.m. Lisbon keeper Hannah you! New Hampshire’s natural touch of the outdoors into ‘You don’t which team is Saturday. 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By CHARLIE LENTZ the heels of a 3-0 win over play host to a first round scored with an assist from Hayward (two saves) and her assistant coach — her [email protected] Woodsville on Oct. 16 and playoff game at 3 p.m. this Riley Morneau at 6:09 of Ethan Ellingwood (two) son Isaac Gardner — has Littleton coach Jo Gardner Thursday at Remich Park. the first half to open the combined for four saves for also been pivotal in helping LITTLETON — The said the Crusaders have “It was a good way to scoring against Littleton. Cole Noyes made the Crusaders achieve their Littleton High boys soccer some momentum going end the season and get into Pittsburg/Canaan. Josh 14 saves for Pittsburg. goals. Littleton reached team wrapped up the regu- into this week’s Division IV double digits (in victo- Bogardus scored at 10:10 to Littleton led 21-4 in shots double digits in wins this lar season with a 7-0 victo- Tournament. Littleton ries),” Gardner said. “We make it 2-0. Nick Whipple on goal and 13-6 in corner season after going 13-5-1 ry over Pittsburg/Canaan earned the No. 6 seed and definitely look forward to tallied at 15:57 for a 3-0 kicks. overall last season — when in its regular season finale finished the regular season hosting. We are pretty con- margin. Morneau scored at Gardner credited senior it reached the Division IV last Thursday at Remich with a 10-3-3 mark. The fident in our abilities.” 26:13 of the first half to fullback Freddie Vasquez Tournament final four. Park. The victory came on Crusaders are scheduled to Littleton’s Gavin Cook help the Crusaders lead 4-0 with a solid defensive “They’ve adopted the at halftime. Bogardus effort. Coach Gardner also system,” Gardner said. scored at :36 of the second said Hayward has stepped “The legacy we’ve estab- half to stretch the lead to 5- up this season in his first lished has helped up keep 0. Whipple scored at 8:15 of year starting in goal. it rolling.” the second half with an “(Hayward) has come a If Littleton wins assist from Cook. Morneau long way,” Gardner said. Thursday the second round scored at 29:50 with an “He’s been doing extensive of the tournament is sched- assist from Whipple to training.” uled for Sunday at the site complete the scoring. Gardner, in her third of the higher seed. Goalkeepers Ryan season as head coach, said

CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER Littleton’s Nick Whipple winds up for a shot at 15:57 of the first half against Pittsburg. Whipple scored on the play.

CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER Littleton’s Jake Wentworth, white jersey, clears the ball as Woodsville’s Dan Roy closes in. Profile boys win pivotal Littleton boys game over Colebrook shut out Woodsville By CHARLIE LENTZ will likely play host to No. 1. Nick Christoffersen [email protected] 10 Woodsville (9-7) in a scored with an assist from By CHARLIE LENTZ Crusaders did just that. Littleton led 12-11 in shots playoff opener at 3 p.m. Sirois at 19:00 of the second [email protected] “I just told the boys and 3-0 in corner kicks. BETHLEHEM — With a Thursday. The NHIAA had half for a 2-1 lead. Sirois tal- you’ve got to score — settle Littleton goalkeeper Ryan tightly bunched group of not yet released official seed- lied with an assist from LITTLETON — Just one the game early,” Gardner Hayward finished with 10 teams in the middle of the ings as The Courier went to Christoffersen with 9:00 left week after Littleton ran out said. “We don’t want a tie.” saves. Division IV Tournament press. Woodsville and in regulation to complete the of daylight in a 2-2 tie Riley Morneau scored Coach Gardner credited rankings — Profile played Profile split their regular- scoring. against Profile — coach Jo with an assist from Nick senior outside fullback Jake host to Colebrook in the reg- season series. Profile goalie Ian Baker Gardner didn’t want to see a Whipple at 23:40 of the first Wentworth and senior ular season finale last Friday “Woodsville’s a tough finished with 12 saves. repeat going into a match half to open the scoring. attacking midfielder with playoff implications on team,” said Robinson of the Profile and Colebrook both against Woodsville on Oct. Whipple scored with an Alejandro Mestre with play- the line and came away with probable playoff matchup. had 18 shots and Colebrook 16. assist from Josh Bogardus at ing solid defensive games to a pivotal 3-1 victory. “They’re going to be ready. led 4-3 in corner kicks. With the sun setting even 28:00 of the opening half to help Hayward preserve the “We finished our season It’s going to be a battle.” Coach Robinson credited sooner in the game against stretch the lead to 2-0. shutout. on a high note,” said Profile Sophomore midfielder senior left fullback Matt Woodsville than it did in the Littleton led by two goals at The win lifted Littleton’s coach Dave Robinson. Chris Sirois scored his first Balkau, senior sweeper Tyler draw against Profile — halftime and Bogardus record to 9-3-3. Woodsville’s “We’ve been playing good two varsity goals and assist- Doyle, senior right fullback which ended without an scored with 2:45 left in regu- record fell to 9-6. soccer. We (North Country ed on another score to help Luke Anneser, senior stop- overtime session because of lation to make it 3-0. teams) all played each other Profile get past Colebrook per Tim Krol and sophomore darkness — Gardner and beat up on each other.” (9-6-1). Sirois scored on an outside fullback Eric Tholl instructed her troops put the The win likely locked up assist from Jared Gunter at with solid defensive games. game away early and the STOCKLEY TRUCKING & SALVAGE the No. 7 seed for the 2:00 of the first half to open 405 South Main St., Lisbon Patriots for the start of this the scoring. Colebrook’s Buying Batteries, Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Etc. week’s Division IV Jake Scherer scored at 10:00 Snowmobile Collision & Tournament. Profile (10-5-1) of the second half to tie it 1- Collision Repair Mechanical Free Car Removal Parts & Repair Call for Prices • Open Mon-Fri 7-4 Accessories WE STAND BEHIND OUR WORK 100% 838-5527 ROUTE 302, LISBON RD, LISBON, NH 603-838-2860

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We haven’t been able to finished with three saves for to control a Pittsfield throw- get that energy level for 80 the Lumberjacks (4-11). in near the goal line. minutes,” Drapeau said. Colby Clark made two saves “I could see that goal “We played a good second for Pittsfield (6-6-3). Littleton ends Woodsville’s coming,” Drapeau said of half against Colebrook the Lin-Wood will likely fin- the deflating mishandle of other day, a good first half ish the season as the No. 15 the throw-in near the goal against Profile — and then seed for this week’s Division unbeaten streak mouth after a clearing today we came out flat. IV Tournament and will attempt gave Pittsfield a Today was our senior day. probably travel to No. 2 By CHARLIE LENTZ throw-in on the sideline near We figured we play hard. We Derryfield School for an [email protected] the end line. “It was a simple just got outplayed in every opening-round game. Coach ball that was played into our facet of the game.” Drapeau said the LITTLETON — Not in penalty area and there’s no It was the final home Lumberjacks can’t afford to their house. Not on their communication between the game for seniors Zephyr let down against Derryfield turf. After losing at defender and the goalie and Morrison and Dylan School like they did against Woodsville 1-0 in overtime Justin (Vance) had to just Webster. Coach Drapeau Pittsfield. back on Sept. 25 Littleton kick it out of bounds. Right credited the duo with play- “We’re probably going to had something to prove when it went out I said that’s ing hard. end up in Derryfield. We’re when the Crusaders played going to create a scoring “Zephyr Morrison, you sitting in 15, they’re sitting in host to the Engineers in the chance. They throw it in and know he’s going to give 100 2,” Drapeau said. “They’re rematch Oct. 16 in the they score.” percent and just leave noth- one of the favorites to win it. friendly confines of Doucette garnered the ing on the field. And Dylan, I think if we can get 11 guys Littleton’s Norton Pike field. throw-in and rammed home he’s been playing banged up playing on the same page Littleton wanted to prove his second goal from close all year. He’s got a bad ankle. and going hard we can give it was undaunted by range and Lin-Wood trailed That’s the only reason he them a game. If we don’t — Woodsville’s 14-0 record 2-0 at the half. Lin-Wood came out — he plays until it it’s going to look like coming into the game. seemed to wilt in the second hurts too much. And even tonight.” Secondly the Crusaders half when Pittsfield added then he plays beyond that needed a win to cement a top four seeding for the Division IV Tournament. Lastly Littleton wanted to keep its own Norton Pike unbeaten streak intact this year — aside from the CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER September loss at Littleton’s Chloe Pilgrim, white jersey, wins a 50-50 ball from Woodsville the Crusaders Woodsville’s Dee Martin. only other defeat this regular slow start was hard to recov- Littleton solidified its slot season came in a 1-0 setback er from. as the No. 3 ranked team in to White Mountains “We did start slow and we Division IV. Woodsville Regional in a Homecoming tend to do that at away came into the match ranked game at Littleton’s Remich games. They just worry No. 2 in D-IV. Both teams are Park field on Sept. 22. about this little teeny field. I virtually assured of remain- “We wanted it. So it was think they were thinking ing in the top four — critical really important — especial- ‘How am I going to play it?’ because the top four seeds in ly for us to pick up momen- rather than concentrating on the postseason tournament tum and go right into play- what they needed to do,” are assured two home play- offs with this win,” said Loud said. “And once they off games assuming a win in Littleton senior Dori Horne. got they got going they the opening round. If the Horne quickly put played their game — we rankings hold and both momentum in Littleton’s can’t find the net but they Littleton and Woodsville corner, scoring at 2:39 of the played their game. We had survive the first two rounds first half with an assist from the opportunities we just of the playoffs — they would Maggie Hadlock. After didn’t capitalize on them. I meet for a rubber match in Horne scored for Littleton, definitely think that once we the D-IV Tournament semifi- coach Kory Pinard moved got going we played a good nals with a berth in the her from the forward line game. This field — every championship game on the back to stopper to strengthen time we come here we do line. the Crusaders back line. terrible on it.” “We needed to defend our “I went for the win at that Perhaps the loss was a third place for the playoffs, point. Did it work? Yeah it blessing in disguise for no matter what. We’re going did,” Pinard said. “They saw Woodsville — which can to see (Woodsville) again,” me put Dori in the back. now forget about a perfect said coach Pinard. “We got it Guess what? They let off on season and concentrate on back today.” the defense a little bit. And the D-IV Tournament. Dori Horne hoped to ride little Miss Horne — that’s “They all started thinking that momentum right CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER Lin-Wood defender Dylan Webster, white jersey, attempts to head the ball out of harm’s way as goalie Jon Rich when she got the second undefeated, undefeated, through the D-IV also gets a hand on a Pittsfield crossing pass. goal.” undefeated. And I think they Tournament. The Crusaders Freshman forward Ali just thought about it too don’t plan on losing at Horne scored with an assist much,” Loud said. “Now it’s Norton Pike field. Not in from Hadlock at 14:17 to out of the way and we can their house. Not on their push the lead to 2-0. just play our game again.” turf. Lisbon boys survive Woodsville trailed 2-0 at Littleton goalkeeper “Two home (playoff) halftime and made a strong Jordan Odell finished with games — not that we don’t push in the final 40 minutes eight saves. Woodsville play well away,” Horne said. late surge by Gorham and broke through on goal keeper Abigail Simano made “But it’s definitely important By CHARLIE LENTZ from Dee Martin with 4:46 allowed a pair of Gorham Heath scored his first goal at two saves. Woodsville led to have two home games for [email protected] goals and allowed the 3:50 of the second stanza left in regulation. But 12-7 in shots and 4-2 in cor- confidence going into final Woodsville could not tally Huskies to pull within one with an assist from Roberts ner kicks. Woodsville’s four — knock on wood — LISBON — A defensive goal of Lisbon — but senior to push the margin to 3-0. the equalizer. Woodsville record fell to 14-1. Littleton making it that far.” coach Ann Loud said the lapse in the second half Mike Heath tallied a late “We got up 3-0 and after lifted its record to 13-2. insurance goal and the unde- we scored that third goal it feated Panthers hung on to was ‘Let’s relax time,’ ” top Gorham 4-2 on Oct. 16. 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By CHARLIE LENTZ both Littleton and today at Norton Pike field. [email protected] Woodsville would play a Littleton’s likely opponent pair of home games over the will be Profile (4-12), which This could get interesting. first two rounds assuming a held the No. 14 seed through With the Woodsville High victory in the opening last weekend. Official seed- girls soccer team earning the round. ings were not announced by No. 2 seed for the Division Woodsville defeated the NHIAA when The IV Tournament and Littleton Littleton 1-0 in overtime on Courier went to press. holding the No. 3 seed — if Sept. 25 at Woodsville High. Woodsville (15-1) is both teams can hold court in Littleton defeated scheduled to play host to a the first two rounds of the Woodsville 2-1 on Oct. 16 at first round game at 3 p.m. tourney — the Engineers Littleton’s Norton Pike field. today at Woodsville High. and the Crusaders would Littleton coach Kory Pinard The Engineers likely oppo- meet again in the D-IV semi- looked forward to a third nent is No. 15 Concord finals at Merrimack Valley meeting with Woodsville. Christian (2-11). on Oct. 31. The champi- “We’d meet again, it is Lisbon (8-7-1) was hover- onship game is scheduled very much a possibility,” ing near the No. 12 seed and for Nov. 3 at Southern New Pinard said. “We have if it retains that position the Hampshire University in Profile first round and could Panthers will be on the road Manchester. be Pittsfield second round.” today likely at Derryfield The first two rounds of Littleton (14-2) is sched- School. the tourney are played at the uled to play host to a first home of the higher seed and round playoff game at 3 p.m. Lisbon boys top tourney seed

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CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER ment game at 3 p.m. Thursday at Remich Park. Littleton’s Dori Horne moves upfield against Pittsburg last Friday. Littleton will play host to a D-IV Tournament By CHARLIE LENTZ The NHIAA had not yet and the Crusaders will play game at 3 p.m. today at Norton Pike field. [email protected] announced official seedings host to a game at 3 p.m. at The Courier’s press time. Thursday at Remich Park. The boys soccer Division If the Panthers win on Profile (10-5-1) held the IV Tournament is slated to Thursday, the second round No. 7 spot through last Palozzi helps Lisbon begin Thursday with a host of the tourney is scheduled weekend and Woodsville (9- of first round games involv- for 3 p.m. Sunday at the site 7) held the No. 10 ranking. If ing North Country teams. of the higher seed. The semi- those rankings hold, Profile rebound past Gorham Lisbon finished the regular finals are slated for Nov. 1 at would play host to season with a 16-0 record Merrimack Valley High Woodsville at 3 p.m. and earned the No. 1 seed School in Merrimack. The Thursday. Lin-Wood held By CHARLIE LENTZ The scoring play started a “(Palozzi’s) responsibility for the tourney. The Panthers championship game is the No. 15 seed and the [email protected] direct kick from Kolonie was to start wide of the are scheduled to play host to scheduled for Sunday, Nov. Lumberjacks (4-12) will like- Hudson from 25 yards out. play,” McKeever said. “As the No. 16 seed at 3 p.m. 4 at Southern New ly travel to No. 2 Derryfield LISBON — Maria Palozzi Hudson kicked the ball to soon as the play develops — Thursday at Lions Club Hampshire University in School (14-2) for an opening scored on a rebound for the Brianna McGrath at just go for the goal.” Community Field. Lisbon’s Manchester. round game Thursday. game’s lone goal midway inside the 18. McGrath fired Lisbon led 16-4 in shots likely opponent is Littleton (10-3-3) is the through the second half to a shot that Gorham goal- and 4-0 in corner kicks. Pittsburg/Canaan (2-14). No. 6 seed for the tourney help push Lisbon past keeper Brooke Nadeau Lisbon goalkeeper Hannah Gorham 1-0 on Oct. 16. could not control — Palozzi Champagne finished with scooped up the rebound and one save. Nadeau made scored at 21:00 of the second seven stops for the Huskies. Littleton half. Hudson and McGrath McKeever credited junior were credited with assists on center fullback Kayla Fifield the game-winning goal. and Champagne with solid falls in field Lisbon coach Mike defensive games to help nail McKeever said the set piece down the shutout. Although hockey worked just as drawn up in Champagne was credited practice. with just one save McKeever “It was absolutely a said she was stellar on tourney designed play — the intent defense. was for Bri (McGrath) to “(Champagne) directed By CHARLIE LENTZ score,” McKeever said. the defense and was vocal,” [email protected] But the secondary design McKeever said. of the play involves Palozzi The win lifted Lisbon’s GILFORD — No. 3 seed- moving in from the wing to record to 8-6-1. Gorham’s ed Gilford defeated No. 14 collect any possible rebound. record fell to 8-7. Littleton 3-0 in the opening round of the Division III field hockey tournament on Oct. 16. Kelsey Buckley scored all three goals for the Golden Eagles. Gilford broke to a 2-0 halftime lead. “We warmed up well and seemed ready to go but their goal in the first couple of minutes put them in con- trol of the game,” said Littleton coach Jeff Soule. “It is very difficult to come back and win as the lower seed. I’m very proud of the way we battled in the second half. We were able to gener- ate some good scoring chances. This is just another part of moving the program forward.” Gilford led 11-5 in shots and 6-4 in penalty corners. Littleton goaltender Morgan Ross made seven saves. Littleton finished the season with an overall record of 6-9. With the victory Gilford lift- ed its overall record to 12-2- spokescow.org SPAY / NEUTER 1. USINESS BLITTLETON, N.H., WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 [email protected] B6 Local FBLA attends conference NASHUA—Littleton tinued on to individual Seal Chapter Award on Future Business Leaders of workshops, including behalf of Littleton. The America attended the 41st Interview Do’s and Don’ts, award recognizes the chap- annual Fall Leadership Homeland Security, Air ters from the previous year Workshop last Wednesday Traffic Control, Sports who earned the most point at Daniel Webster College in Management, Money, and by being active and taking Nashua New Hampshire. It more. part in statewide challenges was here that great leader- The group reconvened and competitions. The ship skills were learned after lunch where awards Littleton Chapter impressed throughout the course of the were given out. Littleton the state when the small day. The day began with a received several prestigious school took second place large group workshop awards. Members Hannah overall the previous year. based on the hit TV series, Lavoie and Olivia Paradice FBLA members include The Apprentice. Small proudly accepted the third Seniors Dori Horne, Sydney groups were formed and place award for their piggy Pinard, Haley Smith, and given a specific set of mate- bank design. The bank Heather Fillion; Juniors rials: plastic cups, incorporated the National Morgan Brown, Hannah Styrofoam bowls, pipe FBLA theme this year – Lavoie, Olivia Paradice; cleaners, and tongue Igniting Innovation – as Sophomores Samantha depressors. The two teams well as the National Bews, Phebe Lahout, Tianna COURTESY PHOTO from Littleton built a play- Diabetes Foundation’s Sparks, Nick Bray; Back Row (L-R): Olivia Paradice, Hannah Lavoie, Samantha Bews, Tianna Sparks, Sydney Pinard, Dori Horne, house, and a game called theme, Step Out for Freshman Allie Horne. Allie Horne Front Row (L-R): Nick Bray, Haley Smith, Heather Fillion, Morgan Brown, Phebe Lahout Flying Saucers, which com- Diabetes. As the afternoon Littleton FBLA is looking bined Frisbee and bowling; went on, the awards kept forward to another great it was this inventive design coming for Littleton. Three- year and igniting innova- that won Littleton a second year member Heather tion. place prize. The groups con- Fillion accepted the Gold Franconia 18th annual Business Celebration Business on November 13 features some Connection exciting changes at

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JOHNSBURY, VT— who have made impressive preneurs; Elizabeth Lane Brookside Acknowledging there is and, at times, unequaled Raymond, Elizabeth’s Large much to celebrate in the contributions to the region Size Fashions; Marty Northeast Kingdom, the through their business suc- Beattie, Marty’s First Stop; FRANCONIA––Soon the Business Celebration com- cesses,” said Ann Mills, John Goodrich, WEID- Franconia Business mittee has decided to make longtime committee mem- MANN; Leslie and Brian Connection will be moving some changes to its long- ber and chair. “Whether it is Mulcahy, the Rabbit Hill Inn to its new location at 298 standing event to reflect the exciting developments and Brian Bona, White Route 18, (directly across some of the exciting devel- occurring at Burke Market. from Coffin Pond), featur- opments in the region in Mountain or the legacy of Community members ing expanded dog care 2012. service that Jenks Studio and individuals are encour- facilities, which include Four speakers, represent- has given to its region, this aged to attend this festivity, day care, boarding and a ing the “Headliners,” will special event honors those as it is an opportunity to new dog bathing station, start the festivities off at the who have done so much for acknowledge many local along with UPS, dry clean- celebration, talking about the Northeast Kingdom.” businesses and celebrate the ing and the same services some of the plans, changes The celebration also fea- Northeast Kingdom as a now provided. Please look or accomplishments at their tures the awarding of the place to do business. The for the move around Nov. places of business in the 18th annual “Business event runs from 11:30 a.m. 1! past year. Jay Craven, from Person of the Year.” This to 1:30 p.m. The cost of the For additional informa- Kingdom County honor is given to individu- lunch is $13, a drop in price tion, contact Productions; Joe Bertolino, als making significant con- of $3 from last year. [email protected] or call the new president of tributions to the community Businesses and organiza- 823-8777. Lyndon State College; Bill and region. Prior recipients tions are encouraged to Stimpson, representing were Gordon Mills, EHV reserve one or more tables Weidmann and a represen- Weidmann; Fred Bona, of eight for their employees tative from Burke Mountain White Market; John Norris, and guests. are slated to give more Dairy Association/Bag The event has received North Country Workplace Education detailed presentations at the Balm; Caroline DeMaio, major sponsorship from St. Nov. 13 event. Northern Lights Bookshop Johnsbury Academy with Program offers students In addition to these & Café; Robert Kourkoulis, corporate sponsorship from “Headliners,” the celebra- Lincoln Inn Family Community National Bank, real world work experience tion will feature its usual Restaurant; Neal S. Austin, Passumpsic Savings Bank array of speakers from local NSA Industries; Richard and Union Bank. businesses and organiza- Lawrence, Lyndonville For reservations or more LISBON/LITTLETON— Program is a partnership at the center. tions who have made signif- Agway; James Impey, details on the celebration, Students from Lisbon, between local businesses Interns have also been icant impacts in the region. Impey’s Vermont Real contact the Northeast Littleton and Profile High and high schools designed to placed at New England Wire About 20 speakers have Estate; Bernard “BJ” Kingdom Chamber at 2000 Schools are extending their build, maintain and expand Technologies, Lisbon, where been chosen to briefly speak Murphy, Murphy Realty; Memorial Drive-Ste. 11, St. high school education expe- a skilled work force through they are learning about on and share their 2012 James McDonald, J.A. Johnsbury, VT 05819; call rience by high school internships. hardware configurations, accomplishments at the McDonald Roads & (802) 748-3678 or 1-800-639- participating in school to Internships are available to software application and event. Bridges; Aminta (“Minty”) 6379; fax (802) 748-0731; or work internships. An intern- juniors and seniors who are website development. “The intent of this event Conant, Lydall Thermal e-mail at ship is a real world work interested in exploring real Garnet Hill, Franconia, is is to recognize and celebrate Acoustical; Patty and Dana [email protected]. experience involving a busi- world opportunities and sponsoring interns within individuals and companies Emery, Lyndonville entre- ness partner and a high career paths. Students par- their Information school student. This pro- ticipate in internships dur- Technologies, www. gram provides students with ing school hours and receive Merchandising and Creative an alternative education credit for successful partici- organization. Lastly, experience to apply their pation in the program. Littleton Regional Hospital NewHampshireLakes classroom knowledge and During the current fall student interns are taught gain skills in the workplace. semester, thirty-three stu- about the roles and functions AndMountains The North Country dents are participating in the of a healthcare administrator .com Workplace Education program. and the educational path Internships are diverse in and certifications required to offerings ranging from be successful in this field. working at the Fairbanks Many students perform Practical, Independent Museum and Planetarium, multiple and varied intern- St. Johnsbury, Vermont, ships to provide insight to and Local where students are increas- their decisions to pursue ing their knowledge of post high school education astronomy, presentation and/or additional training. skills, and various equip- To learn more or pursue ment found at the planetari- an internship experience um to the Littleton Senior with North Country Center, Littleton, where stu- Workplace Education dents are involved with Program for the January planning and preparing 2013 semester, visit them at activities for seniors, assist- www.northcountrywork- ing in the support groups place.com or talk to your and becoming more aware of local high school office rep- staff and support staff roles resentative.

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Terms: In order to qualify to bid, a certified SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST HAVERHILL check or bank treasurer’s check in the amount of Ten Thousand WILL BE IN SESSION AT THE TOWN HALL APPOINTMENT OF FIDUCIARIES Dollars ($10,000) must be tendered to the auctioneer as the deposit. The highest bidder will be further required to pay by cer- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2012, 11:00-11:30 AM Notice is hereby given that the here- inafter listed have been duly appoint- tified funds or bank treasurer’s check within five days of the date Changes in Party Affiliation will be accepted. ed by the Judge of Probate for Grafton of the auction an additional deposit to make the total deposit equal Annie Baker, John Murray, Larry Schieman County. to 10% of the auction bid. The successful bidder shall be required WHITCOMB, Marjorie H., late of to execute a Purchase and Sales Agreement at the conclusion of the Franconia. Alden W. Minot, 383 West auction. 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HELP WANTED losstt FULL-TIME PARAPROFESSIONAL l School Spring Job ID 112262 FRONT OFFICE Kitchen Manager This full-time Paraprofessional will assist in instruction as 3 references required. determined by the professional educator to meet the MANAGER instructional needs of assigned students. Successful applicant We are looking for high energy must hold Paraeducator II certification with the NH individual who has previous front Experienced Line Cook Department of Education or a minimum of an Associate’s desk experience to join our team. Degree. 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CHARLIE LENTZ/THE COURIER Lisbon’s Derek Roberts, far right, celebrates Mike Heath’s goal as Woodsville defender Mike Vogt, far left, walks away last Friday at Woodsville High. Lisbon won 2-0 to finish the season 16-0.

really hungry. When they get goal. And we’ve got to con- LISBON in the playoffs they’re all trol the midfield which we (CONTINUED FROM PAGE B1) battle tested,” Poore said. haven’t been doing.” “We all respect and admire Lisbon will play host to a players that are coming each other and we all wish first round tournament along and doing what we each other luck. It’s a good game at 3 p.m. Thursday. have to do — we’ve got three fraternity.” The Panthers likely oppo- or four All-State players that Coach Ackerman’s nent is No. 16 we can just put guys around, Engineers will likely be the Pittsburg/Canaan (2-14). If it makes their game better,” No. 10 seed for the tourney. Lisbon wins in the opening Poore said. “That’s been the Profile is the likely No. 7 round it will host a quarterfi- key to this team.” seed and Woodsville will nal game at 3 p.m. Sunday at Lisbon goalkeeper Josh travel to face the Patriots for Lions Club Community Deem made three saves in a 3 p.m. game Thursday. Field. last Friday’s win. Woodsville Woodsville and Profile split “What this (Woodsville keeper Tom D’Angelo fin- their regular season series. win) does is it puts us in a ished with seven saves. “I think the tournament’s position to have home field Lisbon led 11-7 in shots and wide open. Lisbon’s defi- two games,” Poore said. 12-4 in corner kicks. nitely a step ahead of every- “That’s what we go for every Lisbon scored first in 15 of body else,” said year.” its 16 victories this season. Woodsville’s Ackerman said. Poore said 16 wins mark The Panthers trailed only “They played hard. They the starting line rather than once — falling behind played well and Les has the finish. Profile 1-0 on Oct. 5 before done a heck of a job with “We don’t get too excited rallying for a 5-1 win. Yet them. I really compliment about the regular season,” Poore said the North him and their team.” Poore said. “That’s not our Country schedule has been a Ackerman’s defense has deal.” tough test. been stout this season — at Here’s the deal. After a “The environment that one point getting seven Lisbon victory on the first we play in and all these great shutouts over an eight-game Sunday of November — teams that we face — like stretch — but he said they’ve Poore will probably join the today, facing (Woodsville got to put the ball in the net team photo. He might even coach) Mike’s (Ackerman’s) in the opening round of the smile. team. You know darn well tourney. “Sixteen and O can be we’re going to get every bit “We’ve got to score some very good but you have to of those guys as we will with goals. That would be nice,” be hungry at the same time,” Littleton, Profile, Woodsville Ackerman said. “We get he said. “And these guys are — I can go on — that’s what around the goal and hungry.” makes the northern teams nobody’s going hard to the NEW IN-STOCK CABINETS AT Budget Lumber 1139 Clark Pond Rd, North Haverhill NH, 03774 www.yourbudgetlumber.com • 1-800-488-8815

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KEEPING EACH OTHER WELL ■ Arsenic and Old Lace syndrome and food labeling that will likely be used in the If Agribusiness corpora- added to meals that mur- atre seats have had to be en- more milk companies have campaign to prohibit food la- tions can get people riled up dered folks in the movie, “Ar- larged at great cost; grocery gotten the message and are beling. Here’s why. about arsenic that is sup- senic and Old Lace.” Those aisles widened to accommo- labeling their product rBGH 1. There are presently no posedly from pesticides in of us who still make apple- date go carts and more. Yet free. guidelines in the US for the addition to what naturally sauce the old way boil up our obesity/cardiac/dia- The bottom line here con- maximum limit for organic occurs in the soil, we can ex- whole apples (arsenic con- betes problem has been tinues to be choice. It is clear and inorganic arsenic levels pect them to muddy up the taining seeds and all) in the spawned by the Agribusi- that once food is labeled in food products. drive to label foods GMO (in- pot before putting the ness, Food and Drug compa- GMO, people will choose not 2. The report analyzed 65 formation readily available) cooked apples through a nies with full cooperation to buy it. We can expect products of uncooked rice with scare tactics toward an sieve or food mill. Arsenic from the FDA. reams of research reports and rice containing foods industry they would love to has also been used success- Significantly, after rBGH coming out in favor of GMO and beverages purchased in dominate by drumming up fully for years in Homeo- was given to cows to in- foods only because the April, May and August of an arsenic report (informa- pathic remedies in minute crease milk production, multinational agribusiness- By: Elizabeth Terp 2012. They then took three tion suspect with too many controlled doses. young women and men be- es are funding selectively or more samples from each variables.) What this kind of report gan to develop huge breasts. sloppy research by academ- for their report and came up leaves out is the fact that the Breast reduction surgery ic researchers who have sold This week’s news report with the magical number of Arsenic doesn’t all come signs given for arsenic poi- continues to thrive in order out to them. No corporation of arsenic in rice has all the 233 that makes it look like a in the calculated dose of soning may also stem from to deal with the back prob- or group of corporations earmarks of fuzzy research more comprehensive study. white arsenic we watched an entirely different prob- lems resulting from such should have the authority to lem. Sugar still heads the list pendulous breasts in addi- decide how much informa- of current chemicals that tion to psychological prob- tion will be made available are grossly over consumed lems and physical limita- to us, you and me, in this in- to the point of becoming a tions. Once a couple of milk formation age. poison that sometimes kills companies decided to go Time to keep a wary eye in the form of obesity and rBGH free and label their peeled and speak up for our diabetes. In terms of addi- containers, people stopped tional public cost, our the- buying rBGH milk. Now, SEE WELL, PAGE C3

DARIN WIPPERMAN/THE LITTLETON COURIER Although rain and wind has been spreading leaves far and wide throughout the region, this delightful sugar maple has remained brilliant along Main Street. C2 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 Arts & Leisure

Free event for little monsters Wonders of the red oak at the Colonial Theatre BETHLEHEM–– On formed throughout high school Halloween, Wednesday, Oct. and college where he began 31, The Colonial Theatre in studying hypnosis with the Bethlehem will host the 7th world-renowned hypnotist, Annual Boofest. This evening Ormond McGill. His shows are of Halloween fun for the whole filled with fun, mystery and family begins at 6 p.m. with a entertainment for all ages! “Creepy Walk” on the patio, Admission is $5 for adults followed by the always-popu- and free for children, so is the lar “Blood Curdling Scream popcorn and goodie bags. For Contest” (where everyone’s a more information about winner.) At 7 p.m., Marko the upcoming movies and special Magician takes the stage with events, call 869-3422 or visit the COURTESY PHOTO his entertaining mix of hypno- Colonial on line and sign up for Marko the Magician performing sis and prestidigitation. The Colonial’s weekly email Wednesday, Oct. 31 at The Marko began his magic updates at Colonial Theatre, Bethlehem. career at the age of nine per- www.BethlehemColonial.org. port of the Littleton Food Coop forming for just about anybody The 7th Annual Boofest is and the WINGS program at who would watch. He per- made possible with the sup- WREN. ‘Hoop Suite’ rap-opera features professional dancers & musicians, inner-city teen artists HOLDERNESS/NORTH form "Hindsight Now," an the Gary Millen Foundation. CONWAY––Renowned for emotionally charged work Tickets to the Kennett High DARIN WIPPERMAN/THE LITTLETON COURIER their physically and visually about transformation. Also performance are $10 in Although the region’s color peak is a memory this year, excellent foliage can still be found in spots. This innovative choreography, featured will be New advance, $12 at the door for red oak (quercus rubra) is exhibiting a wonderful hue along Bethlehem’s Main Street. Boston-based Anna Myer and Hampshire high-school stu- adults, $5 in advance and $7 at Dancers present "Hoop Suite," dents who have taken part in the door for students. They can a heart-pounding rap-opera dance and poetry workshops be purchased online at that combines hip-hop, mod- in advance of the performanc- www.aannh.org. ern dance, violins, cellos and es. A limited number of seats Evans joins U. S. Marine Corps basketballs on Friday, Nov. 2 at The performances are the are available for the HAVERHILL––Marine some of the world's most ming, military history, cus- Holderness School and culmination of a project coor- Holderness performance; they Corps Pvt. Brandon W. demanding entry-level toms and courtesies. Saturday, Nov. 3 at the Loynd dinated by the Arts Alliance of may be reserved by calling the Evans, son of Mona J. military training in order One week prior to grad- Auditorium, Kennett High Northern New Hampshire, in Arts Alliance at 323-7302 or Sanville of North Haverhill to be transformed from uation, Evans endured The School, North Conway. partnership with Anna Myer, emailing [email protected]. and Christopher D. civilian to Marine Crucible, a 54-hour final “Hoop Suite” features pro- North American Family The Arts Alliance, a non- Newton Daniels, of Greer, instilled with pride, disci- test of recruits' minds and fessional dancers and musi- Institute/Youth Link, profit working to promote, S. C., earned the title of pline and the core values bodies. Upon completion, cians as well as inner-city teen Holderness School, Kennett support and sustain cultural United States Marine after of recruits are presented the artists who have been encour- High School and the Jeanne life throughout northern New graduating from recruit honor, courage and Marine Corps emblem and aged to explore dance, drum- Limmer Dance Center, with Hampshire, is funded in part training at Marine Corps commitment. Training sub- called Marines for the first ming, poetry and technical the support of the New by an operating grant from the Recruit Depot, Parris jects included close-order time. work in a professional setting. England Foundation for the New Hampshire State Council Island, S.C. drill, marksmanship with Evans is a 2012 graduate The company will also per- Arts' Expeditions Program and on the Arts. For 13 weeks, Evans an M-16A4 rifle, physical of Woodsville High School Second Chance Animal Rescue to stayed committed during fitness, martial arts, swim- of Woodsville. sponsor Christmas Artisan Craft Fair Fluery-Murgo LITTLETON––Second will find are: goat milk prod- zation that survives on pri- Chance Animal Rescue will be ucts jelly and preserves, felted vate donations, fees collected FRANCONIA--Sherwood sponsoring a Christmas items, pottery, photography, for boarding and adoptions. and Jackie Fluery, former res- Artisan Craft Fair. It will be carved wood and much, They also sponsor low cost idents of Wolfeboro and held at the Littleton Opera much more. spay/neuter and shot clinics Franconia, are pleased to House on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m.- Second Chance Animal throughout the year. announce the marriage of 3 p.m. It would be a great Rescue is a wonderful organi- So remember, if you need their son, Benjamin Fluery to opportunity to find that per- zation that gives unwanted to board a cat or are looking Taylor Murgo, daughter of fect gift, patron local artist and cats a second chance to find a for a new member of your Linda Murgo of Merrimack. crafters and support a won- good home. The rescue is a family, Second Chance The ceremony and reception derful cause at the same time. non-kill haven, run by volun- Animal Rescue is the place to were held on Oct. 6 at the Just some of the items you teers. It is a nonprofit organi- go. Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods. Taylor is a Guidance Autumn Hours Counselor for the Franklin The Tavern and Restaurant will be closed Saturday, October 27 for the Middle Schools. She received annual Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust (ACT) Dinner. a Masters Degree in School November Closure Counseling from Rivier The inn, tavern and restaurant will be closed beginning Monday, October College and a BA in 29 and reopening for Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 22. Psychology and Sociology Thanksgiving Dinner with a minor in Social Work Hampshire. Murgo. Robert Palmer, uncle 205 Wells Road Please join us for a classic Thanksgiving Dinner as we recreate the original from New England College. The wedding party of the groom, served as Franconia, NH 03580 menu from 1948. Seatings at 2:00 and 4:30 p.m. Reservations required. Ben is a Business Analyst for included Christie Fluery, sis- usher and the bride was For reservations call: Ingenix in Manchester. 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WELL senic in the drinking water. (CONTINUED FROM PAGE C1) The West has to keep a clos- right to choose. This is just er eye peeled because so one right among many that much of their water comes we need to claim, which is from ground sources, which why townspeople through- we know are grossly con- out the US are gathering in taminated from agricultur- their towns to form and pass al pesticide runoff. Rights Based Ordinances for sustainable energy, wa- Elizabeth Terp draws on ter and food systems. For her experiences as a School more information, check Nurse-Teacher, Psychiatric out the Web at Nurse Practitioner, Yoga In- www.celdf.org. structor and Home Health Note: Arsenic in drinking Nurse. She welcomes your water is another story. The comments at PO Box 547, FDA does have a maximum Campton, NH 03223, e-mail: limit guideline of 10 ppb [email protected], (parts per billion) of arsenic or her Keeping Each Other for drinking water. To date, Well Blog: http://eliza- the American Cancer Soci- bethterp.com. Her book, For- PHOTO BY MICKEY DE RHAM Michele Johnsen, Colebrook, stands next to her painting of Costa Rica at the opening of her show at the Wren Gallery, Bethlehem. ety states that Albuquerque, get That Diet And Eat What Her paintings are bright and mysterious. Bordering on surrealism with a mystical feel, this is a show not to be missed. This show NM is the only urban area in You Need: The Tao of Eating, will run through Oct. 29. the US with substantial nat- is available locally and on ural concentrations of ar- Amazon.com.

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A Healthy Fall PHOTO BY MICKEY DE RHAM Welcome big rigs! by Lisa Ford nourish the soul. During They were out in full UNH Cooperative Extension the day, I had time to force this weekend to Grafton County think about the fun we see our beautiful had over the summer and foliage and leaving During the summer, it the change of seasons that their money behind was not difficult for me to is taking place. at local businesses, stay active and eat fresh The fall foliage pro- most appreciated! vegetables. On the vides a beautiful back- These were parked in grounds where my office ground to enjoy while Franconia on is located is one of the outside. Fall is a terrific Saturday, Oct. 6. collaborative teaching time to go on walks or gardens in my town. I uti- hikes with friends or fam- lize this garden with indi- ily. If you are not used to viduals of all ages in going outside for a walk, varying capacity. But gar- the fall is a wonderful den activity does not end time to begin. with summer; last week Exercise keeps us we put (most of) the gar- healthy, mentally and den to sleep for winter. physically, and can even Celebrate the Season at ACT Annual Dinner As I was enjoying har- improve one’s mood. Adults need at least 150 FRANCONIA—Everyone Farm, Margaret Gale and al revitalization initiative, Space is limited for this fes- vesting the few remain- is invited to toast the season David van Houten, Luther & with food and flowers from tive affair. Tickets may be ing tomatoes, pulling the minutes (2 ? hours) of moderate exercise a at the Ammonoosuc Zora’s Organic Farm, and local growers and informa- bought in advance for $35. sunflower stalks and Conservation Trust annual Pinestead Farm. The menu tion about strategic direction Please e-mail ACT volunteer cleaning-up, a group of week. “Moderate” exer- cise means moving at a harvest dinner and celebra- includes beef tenderloin, local and upcoming work. Also Angela Broscoe at youngsters came outside tion at the Horse & Hound in eggplant parmigiana, seared featured will be the proposed [email protected] or to play on the grassy area brisk pace that makes you breathe harder, but not so Franconia. The event is chicken breast with local Cooley – Jericho Community call her at 978-828-5903 (cell near the garden. One lit- Saturday Oct. 27 starting with greens and roasted tomatoes, Forest, with photos, maps, phone). ACT is the North tle boy stopped when he hard you can’t carry on a conversation. cocktails at 6 pm and dinner roasted local vegetables, and and trail information. The Country's regional land con- saw us pulling out plants. at 7 pm. The dinner will fea- local apple crisp. The event evening will also celebrate servancy. More information His hands had moved Making a change towards a healthier ture food from local produc- will spotlight Keep Growing, ACT’s becoming a nationally about ACT is at www.acon- from the sides of his body ers including Meadowstone the local food and agricultur- certified land trust. servationtrust.org to the sides of his face, his lifestyle might happen by jaw dropped and his eyes taking a break. It could opened wide, “Oh no, the be getting up from a desk garden!” During the and going for a walk, tak- Garden Awards Program ing a break from reading course of the summer, By Kathy Jablonski by North Haverhill’s Bob-O- first place. The Junior Division from Rocky Branch, or TV or putting the dog these children watched Field Specialist Link 4-H Club, celebrating the saw Luke Young-Xu of North Dorchester, copped second on a leash to join you out- small plants grow to pro- Youth and Family, culmination of its 75th year. Haverhill’s Little Ox Bow earn place. side. Some towns have a duce food we ate and UNH Cooperative Extension The Window Display con- first place, Mackenzie Gray of The Giant Pumpkin con- walking group. Does cooked with. test, to celebrate 4-H week, Rocky Branch in Dorchester test, sponsored by your town have one? The children reached The night was warm, the awarded Friendly Fences of earning second and third Blackmount Equipment, only Maybe this is something their play area destina- audience proud and the kids Piermont, first place. Second place going to Leila Young-Xu brought in two entries this you would want to start? tion, but their eyes didn’t were smiling. Such was the and third place went to Bob- of Bob-O-Links. year. Derrick Nadeau’s 80- We’re busy people. So, stray very far from scene at the annual Grafton O-Links of North Haverhill There were no completed pounder was the winner over how do we find the time watching what was going County 4-H County and and North Country River entries in the Flower Garden Erva Barnes 36-pounder. Both to incorporate walking on in the garden. When I Garden awards night held on Riders of Plymouth, respec- contest. The Green Thumb of are members of Piermont’s into our day? If you’re realized how close an eye Friday, Oct.5. tively. North Haverhill continues to Friendly Fences 4-H. new to exercise, don’t they were keeping on the Madeline Flynn of the Bob- This summer was an inter- sponsor this program. The Giant Sunflower con- worry about how far or garden I got an idea. I O-Link 4-H club was the mas- esting growing year with a In the Container Garden test was won by Ethan how long you go at first. asked them if they would ter of ceremonies. variety of conditions youth contest, sponsored by the Dunbar. His beauty measured What’s important is to like to help me ‘clean the The event, hosted at North needed to contend with as Grafton County 4-H Leaders 20 inches across the seed span. just start. Once you garden.’ When they said, Haverhill’s Blackmount they cared for their gardens. Association, First Place in the Five other sunflowers were begin, you can gradually “Yes”, I pulled several Equipment, is the celebration In the Vegetable Garden divi- Advanced Division went to entered in the competition. increase your time to a vines, which still had of a year of 4-H work in sion, sponsored by Moncia Zuk of Hunt The annual pumpkin and half hour a day. Not some young, tasty green Grafton County. Clubs were Blackmount Equipment of Mountain 4-H in Monroe. Her vegetable-carving contest had enough time to do it all at beans on them and given their garden program North Haverhill, the follow- brother, Griffin Zuk, took first the following winners. For once? Going out in three brought them over to the participation awards, county ing youth were top winners. place in the Intermediate divi- pumpkins, scariest- Ethan or four ten-minute walk- children. The kids had a awards were given and clubs First place winners received a sion. In the Junior Division, Dunbar; Most Original- ing sessions a day will blast searching for edible and members received recog- watering can and a baseball Ethan Dunbar of Friendly Delaney Smith; Funniest- give nearly the same ben- treasures and joining in nition for special annual cap. Second and third earned Fences 4-H earned First place, Mackenzie Gray. efit. this great fall activity. awards. a baseball cap from the spon- with club mates Derrick The decorated vegetable With the beautiful day They were very proud of The “I Dare You” Award sor. Advanced division: First Nadeau and Zach Moore contest was won by Delaney last week, I was inspired the hard work they had was presented to Madeline place- Erva Barnes of Friendly earning second and third Smith to walk to the grocery done, which will continue Flynn of North Haverhill and Fences, Piermont; Second respectively. For more information store. The walk was in the weeks ahead as we Christopher Hunter of Bath. place- Jacob Dalton, Littleton Garden Journal awards about 4-H in Grafton County, made even nicer by hav- dig up the potatoes. Their club leaders identified Raccoons, Bath; Third Place- were presented on behalf of please contact the UNHCE ing a friend join me. Not Teaching the young- them as youth who have the Jennifer Daniels, North sponsor Marilyn Fuller by office, 3855 Dartmouth only did we both benefit sters where and how veg- potential to learn and apply Country River Riders, Heather Burgess. In first College Hwy, Bos 5, North from the exercise, we had etables grow, letting them leadership skills. Plymouth. In the Intermediate place, was Delaney Smith of Haverhill, NH 03774, call 787- time to talk and laugh. If pull beans, pea pods, or The annual Club Division, Griffin Zuk of Hunt Hunt Mountain 4-H in 6944 or email you’re able to, maybe squash off the vine to eat Scrapbook contest was won Mountain’s 4-H Club took Monroe. Mackenzie Gray [email protected]. or watching as they dig you’ll find time to walk in for potatoes is always an a local orchard this fall exciting time in the gar- and pick some apples. A den. It is also great exer- delicious treat and a sim- 14th Annual Gathering of Marines cise- bending and lifting, ple snack; just wash and going up and down. eat. LACONIA––The Lakes Corps League #506 to com- together each year thereafter youngest and oldest Marine My garden cleaning Whether it’s putting Region Detachment of the memorate the 237th birthday from all across the state to in attendance. Recognition is day provided me with a the garden to bed, going Marine Corps League will of the founding of the United attend the event. In 2008 the also rendered to any special good workout, while still for a walk or picking celebrate the 14th Annual States Marine Corps at Tuns "Gathering" was transferred attendee who has been being a lot of fun. It was apples, just getting out in "Gathering of Marines" on Tavern in Philadelphia, Penn. to the Lakes Region awarded honors for his or her also a day of reflection. the crisp fall air and Saturday, Nov. 10 at the on Nov. 10, 1775. Detachment of the Marine service to the Marine Corps. For me the garden pro- doing something you Margate on Winnipesaukee Each year Marines, old Corps League and remains its Once again the very favor- vides food to nourish the enjoy will be another step Resort at 76 Lake Street in and new, from WWII to those main activity each year. able western buffet will be body and a quiet place to towards a healthy fall. Laconia. now on active duty through- During the evening's cere- served and dancing will be The annual event was out the world, celebrate the monies, which will begin at 7 available to all throughout announced by Robert P. occasion for a heritage that is P.M., a Presentation of the the evening. Those who wish Patronizing Our Advertisers Patenaude, Commandant of unique amongst all the Colors occurs, the National to attend this year's the Lakes Region branches of the military serv- Anthem, Navy and Marine "Gathering" with wives and Helps Make The Community Strong! Detachment of the Marine ices. Corps Hymns are played, guests are encouraged to con- The "Gathering of honor salutes to all the tact Commandant Patenaude Marines" in the Lakes Region branches of the services are at 253-7970 or via email at was started in 1998 by Retired made and the [email protected] as Marine Corps Colonel, Norm "Commandants Letter" is soon as possible to ensure Noel, of Meredith. The first read by a retired Marine offi- reservations or mail a check year a few Marines in the area cer present. Another tradition for $45 per person to Lakes sat down for a dinner to cele- celebrated each year is the Region Detachment, MCL, brate the founding of the cutting of the birthday cake P.O. Box 628, Wolfeboro Falls, Corps which then evolved with the first and second New Hampshire, Postal Code into a larger group coming slices reserved for the 03896. THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 C5 LITTLETON COURIER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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ments will be served.For more infor- band and caller. Come for the music, harmony. Emphasis on relaxed postur- Memorial Library. Don’t miss this won- WEDNESDAY, mation, please call 745-8159. come to dance. No experience neces- al alignment, deep breathing, and derful event!! sary, children welcome and donations focused intention through soft move- OCTOBER 24 appreciated. Franconia Town Hall. For ments. Please wear loose, comfortable Circle Dance, 6-8 p.m. every Story Walk, every Wednesday. A fun THURSDAY, more information, please see Franconia clothing. Drop-ins welcome. For fee Sunday. Dances drawn from folk tradi- family literacy activity. Take a walk web page at www.franconianh.org. schedule, registration, other questions, tions around the world with repetitive along the trail and read a children’s OCTOBER 25 please call Mary at 603-823-8780 or step sequences danced in a circle or story. The story begins at the Loon First Thursday Wine Tasting, 2 p.m.- Free Family Game Night, 7-9 p.m. email [email protected]. spiral. No partner or special skills Mountain Picnic area on Route 112. 6 p.m. and first Thursday of each and last Friday of each month. Bring required. Beginners are welcome. Please contact the Lincoln Public month. Organic wines. Stop in for a your favorite games and a friend! Model Railroad Show, 10 a.m.- 3 Donation only. Call 823-5828. Neskaya, Library at 22 Church St at 745-8159 or sample. St. J. Food Co-op, St. Heald Room, Community Center, 1220 p.m. Dealers, displays, operating lay- 1643 Profile Rd., Franconia. library @lincolnnh.org. Johnsbury, Vt. Main St., Littleton. outs. Donation $3 for adults, students free with paying adult. Sponsored by YOGA CLASSES with Sarah Taiji for Health and Harmony, 5-6:15 Friday Flicks, 8 p.m. Join us for an Ammonoosuc Valley Railway MONDAY, Doucette, PKYT in Littleton 3-4:30 p.m. p.m. in the Gallery at WREN. Relax the after-dinner movie. AMC Information Association. Event to be held at Profile Littleton Senior Center, 77 Riverglen body, quiet the mind, and achieve Desk staff picks the flick and you just School, Bethlehem. (Profile Road, off OCTOBER 29 Lane. For more information, please call vibrant health through these ancient sit back and enjoy. AMC Pinkham Route 302.) “A Can a Carn”, through Nov. 3. 837-9168. wellness practices. Experience these Notch Visitor Center. Bring in a non-perishable item to Chinese internal arts that promote bal- Presentation, 8 p.m. North Country Cherry Blossom Floral Design, located Yoga in the Gallery, every ance, flexibility, relaxation, and inner Moose. Join Alan Stearne as he dispels at 240 Union St. and receive a carnation Wednesday, 4:30-5:40 p.m. and 5:50-7 harmony. Emphasis on relaxed postur- SATURDAY, the “Bullwinkle” myth of the moose. p.m. with Katrine Barclay. Drop-ins for your donation. Benefits All Saints al alignment, deep breathing, and Stearne will also discuss the moose’s welcome. WREN, 2011 Main St., Episcopal Church for their food pantry focused intention through soft move- OCTOBER 27 life cycle from calves to cows and bulls, food drive in preparation for Bethlehem. For more information, 1st Annual Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. as well as behavior, disease, reproduc- please contact Katrine at 838-2421. ments. Please wear loose, comfortable Thanksgiving. clothing. Drop-ins welcome. For fee and Sunday, Oct. 29. Saturday’s festivi- tion and interactions with animals. ties include LPD Halloween Festival at schedule, registration, other questions, Program is free and open to the public. Yoga in the Gallery, every Monday, Dharma Yoga, 5:30-6:30 p.m. every Lakeway Elementary, Tick or treating please call Mary at 603-823-8780 or AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. 4:30-5:40 p.m. and 5:50-7 p.m. with 2nd & 4th Wednesday. Neskaya, 1643 along Main St, Old Home Day Events For more information, please call 466- email [email protected]. Katrine Barclay. Drop-ins welcome. Profile Rd., Franconia. Call 823-5828 at Remick Park. Chili Contest at the 2727. for more info. Opera House and Movie Night at the WREN, 2011 Main St., Bethlehem. For FRIDAY, Opera House. Sunday’s Dusk on the more information, please contact Meditation for relaxation, every River include gazebo music, horse- SUNDAY, Katrine at 838-2421. Wednesday, noon-1 p.m. and 6:15-7:30 drawn hayride, Haunted Riverwalk p.m. with Cindy Noyes. Drop-ins wel- OCTOBER 26 Children’s Winter Story Hour and and the lighting of the Jack o’ Lanterns OCTOBER 28 come, no experience necessary. Inner in the Ammonoosuc River. For more Red Hat Society Open Invitation TUESDAY, every Friday at 10 a.m. Bradford Public Truth Massage & Healing Arts Studio information, please contact the every first Sunday of the month, 2-4 located at 74 Cottage Street, Littleton. Library. Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce p.m. Tea, games, camaraderie. For OCTOBER 30 Please call Cindy Noyes of Thyme to at 444-6561. more information, please call the Old Yoga for Gardeners, 9-10:30 a.m. Learn Wellness for more details at 603- Open House every Friday, 1-3 p.m. Mill Studio, Whitefield, at 837-8778. every Tuesday through July 3. The 616-8827. Please stop by the Mittersill Alpine Taiji for Health and Harmony. 9- Center for Collaborative Energies, 101 Resort, 193 Mittersill Rd., Franconia. 10:15 a.m. In Karl Schaffer Hall, The 8th Annual Aprés Foliage Cottage St, Littleton. For more informa- Upper Pemigewasset Historical Ticket drawings to win a free weekend Franconia Comm. Church. Relax the Festival, 3-6 p.m. at The Rabbit Hill Inn tion, please call 616-2019 or email to Society Meeting, 7 p.m. Includes a spe- stay. For more information, please call body, quiet the mind, and achieve in Lower Waterford, Vt. Come and [email protected]. cial program: A Short History of Lost 823-5511. vibrant health through these ancient enjoy great food, live music and a silent River and the Kingsman Notch Region, wellness practices. Experience these auction. For tickets, ($30 per person), Dinner Bell, 5 p.m. Community presented by Mike Dickerman. Free Contra Dance, 7:30-10:30 p.m. every Chinese internal arts that promote bal- please call 802-748-4609 or 82-748-5168. Meal. All Saints’ Episcopal Church, and open to the public. Light refresh- 3rd Friday of each month. Professional ance, flexibility, relaxation, and inner This event will benefit the Davies School St., Littleton. ONGOING MONTHLY PROGRAMS AND MEETINGS Please contact The Courier about any changes, 444-3927 HEALTH RELATED & Littleton Peer Support Group, 9 Diabetes support group, for peo- Sugar Hill’s 50th birthday: 50 Years supportive atmosphere. Open to the a.m.-4 p.m., Monday thru Friday, 46 ple with Diabetes and their families, Young: Five Decades of the Youngest public ages 18 and older. Stop in or Cottage St., Littleton, tel./fax 444- 2nd Monday of every month, March- Old Town in New Hampshire. contact Elaine for more info: SUPPORT GROUPS 5344. We are geared around Mental December, 7-8:30 p.m., at Cottage Bereavement support group, 1-2:30 Genealogy Library, Historical [email protected]. Find us Health and Recovery. To EMPOWER Hospital, 90 Swiftwater Road, Photograph Archives, Gift Shop. Main online at p.m.,1st and 3rd Tues., at North and facilitate groups. To give tools so Woodsville: 747-9313. Country Home Health & Hospice, 536 Street, Sugar Hill, NH. Admission http://1431722.toastmaster- you can be self sufficient. All pro- free. Memberships and donations sclubs.org Cottage St., Littleton; call 444-9221 or grams are free. Childbirth education classes, at 444-5317. gratefully accepted. Special tours may Tuesdays 6:30 p.m., Cottage Hospital be arranged. For information, call VETERANS Reiki healing, 6:30-9:30 p.m., 2nd Birthing Center, at 90 Swiftwater Director Kitty Bigelow at 603-823- Rep. of State Vet Council available Caregivers Support Group, 9:30–11 and 4th Tues. each month; donation, Road, Woodsville; 747-9145 Call for a.m. First Tuesday of every month. 5275. 1st and 3rd Fri., 8 a.m.-noon, $15, at Thyme to Heal Herbals, 113 availability. American Legion Post, 4 Riverglen House, 55 Riverglen Lane, Main St., Lisbon; 838-5599. Littleton. For more information call Bethlehem Heritage Society Ammonoosuc St., Woodsville, and Yoga for Gardeners,Tuesdays, 8:30- Museum, Main Street, open daily, July 2nd and 4th Fri. at N.H. Employment Servicelink, 444-4498 ext. 1502. Caregiver Support Group, 10-11:30 10 a.m. The Centerfor Collaborative 1-Labor Day, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Meetings Security Office, Littleton. Call 444- a.m., third Thursday of every month Energies, 101 Cottage St, Littleton. For held in the Visitor's Center the third Diabetes Support Group meets on at the Lyndonville, Vt., United more information, please call 616-2019 2971 for appointment. the second Wednesday of every Friday of the month at 7 p.m.; call 869- Methodist Church (handicap accessi- or email to [email protected]. 3330 or 869-3409. month, at the Littleton Area Senior ble). Call Riverside Life Enrichment MISCELLANEOUS Center, from 1 to 2 p.m. The Dinner Bell Meal will be Center at (802) 626-3900 or 1-866-926- Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, Lisbon Area Historical Society, 3900 for more information. Mondays, 5 - 6 p.m., All Saints served at 5 p.m. every Tuesday Support Center at Burch House, open Friday 1 p.m.-3 p.m. May (except July &Aug.) at All Saint's Episcopal Church House, School through October or by chance or ongoing support group for women Survivors of Suicide Peer Support Street, Littleton. Call 444-6541. Episcopal Church, 35 School St., and teens; call 444-0624. appointment, at 6 South Main Street Littleton. All are welcome to this free Groups—Plymouth Region SOS (Parker Block). Meetings third Weds. Group, meets 7-9 p.m. on the fourth Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, community supper, which is spon- NAMI support group for families of the month at 6:30 p.m. Call 838- sored by our organizations, churches Thursday of the month beginning in Thursday at 1:30 p.m. to be held in the 6146. living with mental illness, 7-9 p.m. 3rd March at the Starr King Universalist Ladies parlor of the First and schools. Wednesday of each month, at All Fellowship. Contact Marcia Congregational Church, 189 Main St., CULTURE & Saints Parish House, School St, VanderMast at 764-4352, evenings. Littleton. 603-444-3376. Emergency Food Cupboard, 9-10 Littleton; 846-5554. a.m., each Tues., Thurs.,Sat., 35 School North Country SOS Group, meets Children’s Thyme Meditation RECREATION St., at All Saints’ Church, Littleton. Spanish class every Wednesday New mothers’ group, 10:30 a.m.- 7-9 p.m. on the second Thursday of Class. Release pent up energy, learn from 3 to 4 pm at Wendle's café. 297 noon, every Wed., Littleton Regional the month at the Family Resource breathing techniques, calm mind & Good Neighbor Food Pantry, 1-4 Main St., Franconia, NH. $10 each Hospital; 444-9335. Center, Gorham. Contact Diane body, give loving kindness, recognize p.m., every Tues. at Franconia class. New students always welcome. Bunnell at 752-5984, evenings. SOS is stress. For children ages 2-6. Community Church of Christ; 823- Please call if interested: Isabel, 823- Breast cancer support group/Rally for those who have lost a family mem- Wednesdays 4-5 p.m. Thyme to Learn 8421. Round, 5-6:30 p.m., 2nd Thurs. ber, friend, or co-worker to suicide. Wellness, 74 Cottage St. Call Cindy for 8163 [email protected]. monthly, North Country Home details at 603-616-8827. Live performances, movies and Friday night suppers, 6 p.m., at Health, 536 Cottage St., Littleton; 869- White Mountain Dowsers, The sec- Littleton VFW, 600 Cottage St. 5441. ond Monday of the Month (except Truth Massage & Healing Arts children’s events, at Colonial Theatre, Main St., Bethlehem; 869-3422, June-Aug Call for info) at the Starr Studio, located at 74 Cottage Street, Littleton Conservation Sight Services for Independent www.bethlehemcolon-ial.org. King UU Church at 101 Fairgrounds Littleton. Caregivers are requested to Commission meeting, 7 p.m., 2nd Living, vision rehabilitation group, 1- Road, Plymouth, NH. For info call stay and participate.Please call Cindy 3 p.m., 2nd Thurs. even months, at World dance, 6-7:30 p.m., every Mon., Littleton Area Senior Center off Sandi Ruelke at 603-444-5494 or Noyes of Thyme to Learn Wellness for Cottage St. Community House, Littleton. Suzanne Schwartz at 603-726-3874. more details at 616-8827. Wed., 6-8 p.m. every Sun., at Neskaya, Meetings start at 6 p.m. $5 donation. 2243 Profile Rd., Franconia; all dances AA meetings: are taught, donation $0-$10; 823-5828. Ammonoosuc Valley Softball FOR SENIORS board meetings, 7-8 p.m., 2nd Wed., • St. Catherine’s Church, Highland Spring herbal workshop series, 10 Whitefield Senior Center Meals, The Arts Gallery, 28 Main St., public session at Littleton High Street, Lisbon. Mon. & Wed. 7-8 p.m.; a.m., every Saturday, material fee may noon, Mon. at Highland House and Lisbon, fine art of the North Country. School. 838-2852. apply, see specific workshop and reg- McIntyre Apts.; Wed. at McIntyre • Littleton Congregational Church, istration required, at St. J. Food Co-op, Apts.; Mon., Wed., and Thurs., at Civil Air Patrol, Mt. Washington M-F, noon and Sat., 7:30 p.m . Wed., 8 St. Johnsbury, Vt., 802-748-9498. Catamount Arts films, 7 p.m. McKee Inn, Lancaster, 837-2424. weeknights, Eastern Ave., St. Flight, 6:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tues., p.m. ; 444-3376 Alternates Friday between McIntyre • Methodist Church Parish Hall, Johnsbury, Vt.; Sat., 7 and 9 p.m., and CAP hangar, Mt. Washington Chair Yoga for Wellness, 1-2 p.m., and McKee. Littleton, Thurs., 8 p.m., 12-step; 444- Mondays, Littleton Area Senior Sun., 1:30 p.m.; 1-888-757-5559. Regional Airport, Whitefield. 5567. Center. Appropriate for all ages. EDUCATIONAL • Littleton Hospital, Sat., 8:30 a.m., Improve flexibility, balance and ability Fraternal Order of Eagles, Sunday The Ammonoosuc River Local AA 12-step study group; 444-9000. Literacy program, 7-9 p.m., Mon. Breakfast, 9 a.m.-noon, Adults Advisory Committee Meeting, 4:30 to to reduce stress. Call Katrine with and Thurs., N. Woodstock Town • St. Rose of Lima Church, questions at 823-7441. $6,Children $3; Penny Social every 6:30 p.m., held on 1st Wednesday each Littleton, Sun. 6:15 p.m., discussion Office; call 745-9971. 2nd Sunday, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; month, at the North Country Council 7:30 p.m.; 444-2593. Tuesday,Bingo at 6 p.m., doors open at in Bethlehem. All meetings are open Meditation. Relax, recharge, renew Toddler Tales, 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, • United Methodist Church, by learn-to techniques to quiet the 4 p.m.; Fri., Karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight; to the public. Woodsville, Fri., 8 p.m., discussion; at Littleton Public Library, Main St.; 444-5795. mind, breathe calmly and reduce 444-5741. 747-3122. stress. Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m. and Easton Conservation Commission • Community Baptist Church, 6:15-7:30. Thyme to Learn Wellness at Alumni Hall, year-round center for monthly meetings, 8 a.m., 3rd Friday Whitefield, Tues., 8 p.m.; 837-2469. Pre-school Storytime, 9:30 a.m., the fine & performing arts; heritage of every month, Easton Town Hall, 74 Cottage St.. Call Cindy for details at Wednesday, at Littleton Public 603-616-8827. interpretive center; Conn. River 1060 Easton Valley Rd., Easton. For Al-Anon meeting, St. Johnsbury Library, Main St.; 444-5741. Byway Visitor Center (June-Oct). Hall more information, please call 823- Al-Anon 7 p.m., every Tues.,Thurs. NCHRA meetings. 8-10 a.m., third also available for event-rental. 75 5008. FREE G.E.D. prep classes and Kingdom Recovery Center (Dr. Bob's Tuesday of each month at the Littleton Court St, Haverhill; 603-989-5500. English as a Second Language classes. birthplace) 297 Summer St. Learning Center, 646 Union St. [email protected]; PRAYER SERVICE Durrell Call Adult Learner Services at 444- Members are $7 and Non-Members www.alumnihall.org" Methodist Church 2057 Main Street Al-Anon meeting, 10am Saturday are $10. Call NCHRA Chair, Anne 6306 or email [email protected] for more information. 75 Bronson St., Bethlehem, NH Every Tuesday, 7 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church Cherry Quinn, at [email protected] or Littleton Quilt Guild, 7 p.m., 3rd We Welcome Everyone! St., 444-2464 x 132. Littleton Thurs., at Littleton Community House HISTORICAL Annex off Main St.; 444-7760. Children's Clothing Exchange Al-Anon meeting, 7 p.m., every Intuitive Channeling Group Program, FREE kids clothing for kids Tues., at First Congregational Church Sessions, 6-9 p.m., explore the benefits SOCIETIES T'AI CHI CLASSES, every week 0 to 8 years. Every Friday and on Main St., Littleton; 444-3376. of Intuitive Channeling & Reiki in a Littleton Area Historical Society, Mondays 5:30 - 7 p.m. , Wednesdays Saturday noon to 4 p.m. or by by compassionate and nonjudgmental open Weds. Only, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Or 4:30 - 6 p.m., All Saints Episcopal appointment. Donations encour- ACoA meeting, Thurs., 6-7:30 p.m. environment, at Neskaya, Franconia; by appointment, at 1 Cottage Street, Church, Littleton, Call Maggie 444- aged but not necessary to pick up. Methodist Church Parish Hall and 3rd 249-6444. Littleton Opera House. 5515 or Paul [email protected]. Give & Take Community Thrift Sat. of each month, 10-11:30 a.m., Beginners always welcome. Store in Lisbon. For more info call Littleton Hospital Conference Rooms Brain Injury and Stroke Support Franconia Heritage Museum, 1-4 Michelle at 306-4880 or 838-6701 1 & 2. Call 869-3653 for more informa- Group, 2nd Wed. every month, 6 p.m., p.m. Friday and Saturday , Memorial Free Family Game Night, each Day through Halloween, other times tion. at the Ammonoosuc Community month from March-October, 7-9 p.m. Monthly Miracle Makeovers Health Center, 25 Mt. Eustis Rd., by special request call 823-5000. Bring your favorite games and a Cloverleaf Drop-In Center peer Littleton. Jackie 616-1468 or Steve 444- friend! Heald Room, Community with Leah Carey, third Tuesday of support outreach, 3-9 p.m., Sun.- 2464 X9123. Dalton Historical Society, 7 p.m., Center, 120 Main St., Littleton. each month from 6:30- 8 p.m. Thurs., and 1-9 p.m., Fri. and Sat., 241 first Thurs., at Dalton Town Hall; call Learn how to recognize and make Cottage St., Littleton; 444-5314. Cancer support group, for cancer 837-9120. North Country Toastmasters, 6- miracles in your life! Little Herb patients and their families, 3rd 7:30 p.m. Meet every 2nd and 4th Shoppe, 10 Main St., Littleton. Al-Anon meeting, 7 p.m., every Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m., at Sugar Hill Historical Museum: Tuesday at The Beal House Inn, 2 West Contact Sun., at Old Mill Studio in Whitefield; Cottage Hospital, 90 Swiftwater Road, Grand Opening - June 1, 2012. Open Main Street, Littleton, NH. Practice [email protected] or call 837-2083 for more info. Woodsville; 747-9156. Fridays & Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. your communication and leadership 455-1640. Enjoy the new exhibit in honor of skills in an easy going, no pressure, THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012 C7 Arts & Leisure Littleton residents victorious at Linwood Ambulance Tennis Tournament

LINWOOD--Two Donna Alexson won her Littleton tennis players were 5th straight women’s open this year’s big winners in the singles title. The men’s open 35th annual Linwood doubles team of Hayden Ambulance Tennis Roma (tennis pro here at the Tournament at the Village Village) and Lincoln resident Swim and Tennis Club on Kevin O’Brien defeated a Sept. 9 & 10. Bob Butson and very good father and son Tracy Ross each won two team of Tom and Greg events. Bob was victorious Meghan from with Dale Childs in the Massachusetts. men’s 60’s doubles and then In a new division created teamed up with Tracy to win this year, Judy Berman from the mixed doubles century the Village Swim Club and division. Tracy’s other win Marilyn Childs from was with another local ten- Franconia were winners in nis player, Terry Loqozzo in the women’s 60’s doubles. the women’s open doubles This year the competition in ly tough with a total of 25 weekend filled with tennis not only attracts the top ten- end is the tournament din- finals. mixed doubles was especial- very good teams in two dif- and social activities. The nis players in the White ner hosted by Woodward’s ferent divisions. event is the longest running Mountains region, but many Resort and a barbeque lunch Dale and Thomas Popcorn issues Mike O’Connor tournament in New top players from the south- hosted by Indian Head tournament director was Hampshire. The grand total ern part of the state and Resort. Altogether 77 players recall of certain products due to possible pleased to announce that raised over the 35 years is Massachusetts as well. participated in the two day Listeria contamination $10,800 was raised over the $536,800. The tournament The highlight of the week- format. CONCORD––Dale and erly people, and others with CROSSWORD PUZZLE Thomas Popcorn is volun- weakened immune sys- Across 4. Attract tarily recalling ready-to-eat tems. 1. Extend, in a way 5. Wheeled vehicle drawn by bags of select flavors of “Listeriosis can be a seri- 6. Eastern ties a tractor (British) Popcorn, Indiana-brand ous infection especially for 10. Arise 6. “Catch-22” pilot popcorn products because pregnant women,” 14. Howler 7. Melon-shaped ice cream of possible contamination said Dr. José Montero, 15. Santa ___, Calif. dessert by Listeria monocytogenes. Director of the DHHS 16. 100 cents 8. Bartender on TV’s Pacific The New Hampshire Division of Public Health 17. Katarina Witt, Olympic Princess Department of Health and Services. “Foods that are skater, e.g. 9. Safe places 19. Bone-dry 10. One who does not pay his Human Services (DHHS) is contaminated may not look, 20. Allot not aware of any illnesses smell or taste any debts 21. Sometimes done with a 11. Acoustic associated with this recall. different so there is no check All recalled products way to tell. The Food 12. Correspond 23. Antiques and ___ 13. Bumps were distributed to various Protection Section here at 25. An ancient Greece head- 18. Beat the draft? retailers, vendors, Public Health is tracking band 22. Certain sorority woman distribution centers and this situation.” 27. “Tarzan” extra 24. Carpenter’s machine consumers through the Symptoms of listeriosis 28. Hawaiian dish 25. Strengthen, with “up” Internet on or after August include fever, muscle aches 29. “Let it stand” 26. Assistant 8, 2012 with Best By and sometimes nausea and 32. Out of fashion 28. Place 36. Indisposed (3 wds) dates of Feb. 4, 2013 vomiting. If the infection 30. Moray, e.g. 40. Itsy-bitsy through March 12, 2013. spreads to the nervous sys- 31. Tom Sawyer author 41. Brio Recalled products were tem, symptoms can include 33. Climb 42. Anger packaged in red bags of headache, stiff neck, confu- 43. “Silent Spring” subject 34. Arid various sizes. A list of sion, loss of balance or con- (abbrev.) 35. “... ___ he drove out of recalled flavors and cor- vulsions. Listeriosis can be 45. Free (from) sight” THIS WEEK’S 37. From first to last (3 wds, responding bag sizes, Bag treated with antibiotics, so 48. Underground PUZZLE ANSWERS UPC (Code) and Best By anyone who suspects they 53. Monasteries hyphenated) www. dates is available at may have the illness should 54. They’re boring 38. Actress Winona http://www.popcornindi- contact their healthcare 58. Acclivity 39. Catch, as in a net NEW ana.com/recall-list. provider. 59. Aircraft course (2 wds) 44. Knickknack Products involved in the For questions about liste- 61. Knowing, as a secret 46. “Om,” e.g. recall should be discarded riosis, contact the NH 62. Grasslands 47. Closed HAMPSHIRE 48. Nautical pole or returned to the Division of Public Health 63. Military slang for explo- ration of an area 49. Kidney waste product LAKES original point of pur- Services at 271-4496. For 50. Range rover chase for a full refund or more information about lis- 64. Be inclined 65. “Empedocles on ___” 51. Found a new tenant for AND replacement. teriosis, visit (Matthew Arnold poem) 52. ___ flu Listeria monocytogenes www.cdc.gov. For more 66. Crosses with loops 55. 15-ball cluster is an organism that can information about the Down 56. Carve in stone MOUNTAINS cause serious and some- recall, go to 1. Perlman of “Cheers” 57. The Beatles’ “___ Leaving times fatal infections in www.fda.gov/Safety/Re 2. Nestling falcons Home” (contraction) .com young children, frail or eld- calls/default.htm. 3. 1987 Costner role 60. Badge-earning girls’ org. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE! Religious Directory Bring your Family to a House of Worship BETHLEHEM LISBON ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL CHURCH NCUUS (North Country VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH Infinite Respect – Radical Hospitality Unitarian Universalist Society) (Meeting in the McIntyre School Apts. Auditorium) BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN CENTER LISBON BIBLE CHURCH 35 School St. in Littleton New Hampshire 603-444-3414 "Church the Way it Ought to Be" Non-Denominational A Liberal Religious Community Non-Denominational Email: [email protected] Sunday School for all ages: 10 a.m. 1858 Maple St., Bethlehem • 869-5401 21 Woolson Rd., Lisbon • 838-6184 P.O. Box 884., Littleton 03561 Holy Eucharist: All welcome to 8 AM and 10 AM services. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 603-991-3133 • www.NCUUS.org Youth Group: 6 p.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Food Cupboard: 9 AM Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Call for locations of weeknight Bible studies Pastor: Steven M. Palmer Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7 p.m. Men’s Breakfast: 8 AM 2nd Wednesday every Pastor: Rev. Daniel Boyce • 603-846-5400 Pastor: Russ Wing LITTLETON BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH BETHLEHEM HEBREW CONGREGATION month [email protected] Conservative-Egalitarian CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY Dinner Bell: Tuesdays at 5 PM (KJV ONLY) WHITEFIELD COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 39 Strawberry Hill Rd., Bethlehem Episcopal • School Street, Lisbon Office Hours: Monday through Wednesday 9 AM Sunday School: 10 AM 27 Jefferson Rd., Whitefield • 837-2469 Shabbat & Holiday Services Sunday Worship: 9 a.m., and coffee fellowship to 2 PM and Thursday from 9 AM to Noon Morning Service: 11 AM Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. Life Cycle Celebrations • Extensive Jewish Library Pastor: Rev. Noel Bailey Find us at www.allsts.org Evening Service: 6PM www.cbc1816.org • email: [email protected] Religious School & Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:00 PM Online Classes for All Ages CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE On Facebook @All Saints’ Episcopal Littleton NH Sunday Worship & Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Dinner on Grounds: 1st Sunday of month Call 603-869-5465 or 603-823-7711 Sunday School: (all ages) 9:30 a.m. Rector: The Reverend Kurt C. Wiesner Bible Study: Wednesday nights, 7:00 p.m. www.bethlehemsynagogue.org Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. with no Evening Service Men’s Breakfast: 3rd Saturday of the month, 8:00 a.m. Administrator: Patricia Laurino Contact: Pastor Ed Small, (603)444-2880 Community Participation Welcome at Lisbon Regional School Library Ladies’ Circle: 3rd Thursday of the month, 1:00 p.m. Marlena Fuerstman, Cantor Email: [email protected] (Nursery, Children’s Church up to age 8) Outreach ministries: Friends-N-Neighbors Thrift Sunday Evening Study: 6 p.m. in private home FAITH BIBLE CHURCH Web site: littletonbiblebaptistchurch.org DURRELL UNITED METHODIST Shop and Food Pantry, 837-9044 Wednesday Prayer Meeting: Evangelical • Christ-centered • 355 Union St., Littleton Box 728 • 869-2056 6:30 p.m. in private home ST. ROSE OF LIMA CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Clifford W. Vendt Morning Worship and Sunday School Sunday worship: 8:00 & 11:00 AM Friday: SonShine Club (Oct.-Apr.) up to age 12) from Father’s Day through Labor Day 8 & 10 AM Roman Catholic • High St., Littleton • 444-2593 WHITEFIELD CHRISTIAN CHURCH for nursery through fifth grade at 11 a.m. Pastor: Tracy Davis, 838-5138 Pastor: R. Kelly Harvell blend of traditional & contemporary music Masses: 4 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday 3 School St., Whitefield • 603-837-8849 NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA CHURCH @ 2nd service only: Nursery care & Children’s Church www.whitefieldcc.com Roman Catholic • Highland Ave., Lisbon • 747-2038 Sunday School for all ages: 9:30 AM WHITE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN CHURCH 475 Whitefield Rd., Bethlehem • 444-1230 Please visit our website for opportunities Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m. Lord’s Day Mass: 9 a.m. no S.S. from Father’s Day through Labor Day Christ-centered, charismatic, of fellowship and worship and for updated Pastor: Reverend Jeff Statz Sunday Children's Church: 10-11:15 a.m. Adult ministries & Small Groups contemporary worship youth and children’s ministry information. [email protected] Wednesday Evening 6:30 p.m. Prayer More information: www.nhfaith.com 70 Redington Street, Littleton, NH 03561 Sunday Schedule: Call for Men's Ministry dates LISBON-LANDAFF Contact us: [email protected] 602-444-6517 • www.wmcchurch.com 10:30am Morning Worship Food Pantry: Every Other Monday 9 a.m.-Noon Call: 444-2763 Jim Anan, Pastor Office hours: M-T 9 a.m.-noon 444-1230 Sunday service 10:00 am Pastor: Rev. Jay Dexter THE SHARED MINISTRY Pastor: Rev. Mac Starring WOODSTOCK/N. WOODSTOCK Landaff & Lisbon, U.M.C Kids church 10:00 am (ages 5-12) FRANCONIA Lisbon Congregational, U.C.C. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, UCC Nursery provided CHURCH OF THE MESSIAH Meeting in the brick church, 189 Main St., Littleton • 444-3376 SUGAR HILL School St., No Woodstock • 745-3184 FRANCONIA COMMUNITY Main Street, Lisbon, through winter. Office Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday Service: 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST (UCC) Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. with child care Email: [email protected] Sunday Service: 9:00 a.m. 44 Church St (Box 237), Franconia 03580 and children’s Sunday School Web: www.1stconglittleton.org ST. MATTHEW’S CHAPEL Priest in Charge: Teresa Gocha Office phone: 823-8421 • Email: [email protected] Prayer Groups: As scheduled Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Episcopal • Rte. 117, Sugar Hill, NH Web site: www.franconiachurch.org Bible Study: Weekly at the Parsonage Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:00 a.m. in July, PEMI VALLEY CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Lyn Winter Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 1-5pm Saturday: 7:30 p.m., AA Meeting Rte. 3, Woodstock • 745-6241 Sunday Worship: 10:30am8 August & the 1st Sunday in September 838-5008 (Parsonage) (11⁄2 miles north of Exit 30 Choir Practice: Sun. 9:30am, Thurs. 7pm [email protected] Monday-Friday: Noon AA Meetings in Church Hall All are welcome. Good Neighbor Food Pantry Hours: Tues. 1-4pm Tuesday: 7 p.m., Al Anon Meeting Refreshments following service. or 4 miles south of the light at Rte. 118 & Rte. 3) Pastor: Barry Jacobson LITTLETON Wednesday: 8 p.m., Big Book AA Meeting Wednesdays: Prayer Group, 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Rev. W. David Weddington SUGAR HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Service: 9:00 a.m. OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CHURCH Pastor: Rev. John Muehlke Jr. Roman Catholic BREAD OF LIFE UPC FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Non-denominational • Pastor: Ned Wilson Main St., Franconia • 444-2593 Rt. 117, Sugar Hill • 823-9908 Apostolic Pentecostal • 603-869-3127 18 Main St. Littleton • 444-5567 • [email protected] WOODSVILLE Mass: Saturday at 6 p.m. 35A Mill St., Littleton Adult Sunday School: 10 a.m. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 12 noon Sunday Children’s Church: 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. ST. JOSEPH CHURCH JEFFERSON Sunday Worship: 8 and 10 a.m. Child Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:30 a.m. Roman Catholic Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. JEFFERSON CHRISTIAN CHURCH Thursday Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. 21 Pine St., Woodsville, NH Pastor: James F. Sullivan (Nursery care provided at 10 a.m.) Lord’s Day Masses: Sat. 5:00 p.m.; Meeting at the I00F Lodge on Route 2 Thursday: AA, 8 p.m. WHITEFIELD 752-6215 • Affilated with CCCC Sun. 7:15 a.m.; Sun. 10:45 a.m. CROSSROADS CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Robert K. Schneider, 603-444-2152 (Conservative Congregational Christian Conference) THE CHAPEL OF THE TRANSFIGURATION Sacrament of Reconciliation: Worship Service: 8:30 a.m. Bible-Based • 1091 Meadow St., Littleton • 444-2525 Sat. 4:00-4:45 p.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. LIGHT OF CHRIST FELLOWSHIP (Located behind the Laconia Bank on Elm St.) Weekly Bible Studies Rectory: 837-2724 • All Other Inquiries: 837-2552 Nursery care provided. Children's ministry and education. Advent Christian Church • 45 Lafayette Ave. ST. JOHNSBURY,VT Rev. Dean A. Stiles Celebrating its 127th year of continuous Bible Study: Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. (next to Littleton Water & Light and Littleton Millworks) Time for Women: 3rd Wed. of month, 6-8 p.m. Summer Service in Whitefield. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH LINCOLN Adult Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Pastor: Mark Clements Join us in worship Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. and Bible teaching. Corner of Cherry St. & Eastern Ave. ST. JOSEPH CHURCH Website: www.crossroadsoflittleton.com from July 1 to August 26 Young children attend Sunday School during 802-748-2442 • All Welcome Roman Catholic • Church St., Lincoln • 745-2266 Email: [email protected] Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. the message; nursery and childcare is available. Saturday Mass: 5:00 p.m. TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Choir: 2nd and 4th Sundays Saturday Confessions: 4-4:45 p.m. CHRIST CHURCH Men’s & Women’s Encouragement Group: 25 Lancaster Rd., Whitefield Children’s religious education program Sunday Mass: 9:30 a.m. Anglican • 74 Cottage St., Littleton Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Daily Mass: Tues. 5 p.m.; Wed. 8 a.m.; Thurs. 5 p.m.; Services: Sunday at 9 a.m. and childcare available. 603-444-0002 (church) or 603-788-4171 (rectory) Wednesday Sing & Study: 6 p.m. Buddist Study & Meditation Group: Fri. & Sat. 8 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Kelley Harvell Eucharistic Adoration: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon. & Wed. Holy Eucharist: Sunday 9:00 a.m. Pastor: Mark Bickford, 444-1381 Meets 12 p.m. 2nd and 4th Sundays. Pastor: Rev. David Kneeland Rector: The Rev. Curt Hanners, Ph.D Showing Love - Sharing Jesus Minister: Rev. Brendan Hadash C8 THE LITTLETON COURIER, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012