www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com Publishing news & views of Lancaster, Groveton, Whitefield, Lunenburg & other towns of the upper Connecticut River valley of New Hampshire & Vermont [email protected] VOL. CXLIV, NO. 22 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2011 LANCASTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE TELEPHONE: 603-788-4939 THIRTY PAGES 75¢ North Country Strong storms comes out on top of surprise storm By Jonathan Benton caught fire. According to Martin [email protected] the fire was focused on the upper NORTH COUNTY — Residents barn area and was one of the of Lancaster and Northumberland strangest fires he’d ever seen. The were blindsided by a late afternoon barn had a metal roof and the fire storm that blew in Thursday night was centered in the rafters at the washing out roads, knocking out cross of three beams and spilled power and raining down marble out with flames licking out the sized hail. eaves. The first person to notice It was about 8:40 p.m. when the fire was Nathan Wert of the Lan- both towns lost power and it was caster Fire Department who called around that time that Sonny Mar- it in. The LFD arrived shortly at the tin of Martin’s Agway discovered that a barn on the family farm had Storm,PAGEA4 50th anniversary parade and celebration set for Aug. 6-7 weekend PHOTO BY ART MCGRATH, THE COURIER By Edith Tucker lands, sometimes violently, [email protected] Trees, branches and leaves were down all over in Guildhall after last Thursday night’s storm. This tree blocking Route 102 was cut to allow against the claims of New Yorkers. cars to pass through it. Power remained out for most of Friday for some residents. One such group formed in the GUILDHALL — Area residents Bennington area, and became should mark their calendars now known as the Green Mountain for a very special set of events this Boys, whose leadership included Sen. Judiciary Committee recommends HB648 for summer study summer. Ethan Allen. By Edith Tucker less citizens as indicated in the District 1 Sen. John Gallus, a Re- a freshman Republican of Mered- A 250th anniversary parade Eventually the matter was set- [email protected] has been planned on Sunday, Aug. tled and the “Yorkers” ceased their overwhelming majority (317-51) publican of Berlin, plans to vote ith, has taken a strong position as 7, by the Guildhall Public Library. claims upon the “Grants.” who voted to support this bill “no” on HB648, pointing out that an HB648 proponent and could Librarian Valerie Foy and other or- An old-fashioned baked bean CONCORD — The Senate Judi- (which sets ‘system reliability’ as as a professional realtor he is a well continue her efforts on the ganizers are inviting people to take supper, fireworks, and a battle of ciary Committee voted unani- the benchmark for new transmis- strong believer in private proper- Senate floor at its next session, part in this once-in-a-lifetime the bands are planned for Satur- mously, 4 to 0, on Thursday to rec- sion lines) in the New Hampshire ty rights. scheduled at 10 a.m. today (June event. day evening, Aug. 6, to start the ommend to the full 24-member House of Representatives.” District 2 Sen. Jeanie Forrester, 1) in the State House. The parade will start at the celebration. Senate that the so-called eminent Peaslee Potato Farm with the line On Sunday, well before the 2 domain bill, HB 648, be re-referred up beginning at 1:00 p.m. for a 2 p.m. parade, a pancake breakfast to the committee for study over Tractor tour p.m. kickoff. The route will be from will be hosted by the Benton Ma- the summer with an expected rein- the Peaslee farm to the village, sonic Lodge, and a church service troduction in November, ready for past the library and onto court- will be held at 10 a.m., as well as the next session, likely after some house driveway where it will dis- craft sale and music on the com- tweaking, explained prime spon- band. mon, authors Howard Coffin, who sor Coös District 1 Rep. Lawrence Festivities are being designed specializes on the Civil War, will be “Larry” Rappaport of Colebrook to mark the 250th Anniversary of on hand from noon to 2 p.m. on in both a Friday morning tele- the charters issued by Benning Sunday, and Howard Mosher from phone call and an e-mail. Wentworth for both Guildhall and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. “A Stranger In the The report will likely be made Maidstone. Kingdom” won the New England to the full 24-member Senate on Between 1749 and 1764, Ben- Book Award for Fiction in 1991 and Wednesday, June 1, when the full ning Wentworth, the First Royal later was filmed by director Jay Senate is expected to vote on it, he Governor of New Hampshire, is- Craven, who also adapted “Disap- said. sued 129 township charters in pearances” and “Where the Rivers Rappaport said he is very dis- present-day Vermont. Most were Flow North” for film. appointed with the Senate Com- issued during the years 1761 to The Guildhall General Store will mittee’s recommendation, al- 1764, with over half of those is- offer hamburgers and hot dogs for though he noted that the Senate sued during 1761. sale and will also host a pig roast does not, after all, have to agree On July 20, 1764, King George III later in the day. with a committee recommenda- issued an Order-in-Council declar- tion. ing the Connecticut River as the For more information and to let “I am disappointed that the boundary between the colonies of organizers know who is planning Senators on the Judiciary Com- New York and New Hampshire. to take part, please contact Valerie mittee reacted to the multiple paid The order ended Wentworth’s Foy at 802-676-3426 (home) or 802- lobbyists of Public Service of New Hampshire (PSNH)/Northern Pass grants in Vermont and led to dis- 676-3910 (work) or via e-mail: PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER putes between New York and the [email protected]. and refused to defend the New WMRHS animal science student Bruce Savage of Lancaster explains to Lancaster School second-grade people in these areas over the va- Carroll Concrete, Guildhall Fun Hampshire Constitution and the student Kelsey Graham some of the important aspects of tractor safety on Friday, May 27, at WMRHS’ lidity of Wentworth’s charters, Foy Flyers RC Club, Robert Styles, will of thevoters,” the prime spon- annual “Meet the Animals” Day. All WMRSD second-grade classes visit the area around the barn and explained. Styles Fuel Co., A.B. Logging, F. B. sor said. pens that are part of the high school’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. Residents in the “Grants” de- Spaulding and Annie Bartlett are “I believe they lack courage fended their ownership of these all celebration sponsors. when they seemingly refuse to de- fend the property rights of count- Mt. Washington Golf Course How the Contest winner week went open, Omni has 2-year lease Remembering By Edith Tucker assets, as well as the Bretton those who gave their [email protected] Woods Ski Area, and Omni man- ages their interests.” lives for freedom. BRETTON WOODS — Opera- “We have pulled the tarps off tions at the Omni Mount Wash- the greens and tees and both ington Hotel and Resort will not the Mount Washington Course be affected by the June 22 fore- and the Mount Pleasant course closure auction of the 900 acres look great,” Magor said. “This is INDEX of Crosland properties, accord- the best start to the golf season ing to managing director Larry in five years. We opened for Business Directory ...... B10 Magor. public pay last Saturday and “The Omni Mount Washing- have seen a brisk business and Calendar ...... B9 ton Resort has a two-year lease 176 rounds played. We are open on both golf courses — the 18- and looking forward to a great Classified ...... B11-14 hole Mount Washington Course summer.” Dining ...... A13 and the nine-hole Mount Pleas- Magor also included in his e- ant Course,” Magor explained mail reply that there is a special Editorials & Letters ...... A4-5 in an e-mailed answer to an in- deal for locals on Wednesday quiry. “That could change with after noon (12 p.m.). Obituaries ...... A2 new ownership, but we feel that Two can play the Mount this transaction could bring Washington Course (18 holes Real Estate ...... A14 some promising opportunities with cart or walk) for $85, valid Sports ...... B1-3 for the Resort once these finan- through the 2011 golf season. cial matters are put aside. Locals are defined as those “This transition will not im- who have their primary resi- pact the guest experience at the dence in one of the following Resort,” he continued. “CNL counties of New Hampshire Lifestyle Properties, a real es- (Coös, Carroll, Grafton or Belk- Deb Cashman of Dalton snapped this picture of a butterfly visiting red, white and blue flowers to win the tate investment trust (REIT) of nap), Maine (Oxford) or Ver- 11th week of our Facebook photo contest. There’s one more week to enter. Send photos of Coos County Orlando, Fla., continues to own mont (Essex of Caledonia). Call to [email protected]. the Hotel and the other lodging 603-278-4653 for tee-times. A2 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• Linda L. Smulski Helen P. Boswell CONCORD — Linda L. Smulski, Twin Mountain and later moved to Her husband Daniel Smulski and GUILDHALL, Vt. — Helen Pa- she was a dedicated volunteer caster, N.H. 65, died on Tuesday evening, May 24, Concord to be near family. Most re- a son Scott Anderson died previous- tricia Boswell, 89, of Guildhall, at Weeks Medical Center in Helen’s husband John died 2011, at Epsom Healthcare Center. cently she was employed with the ly. died peacefully on May 24, Lancaster, N.H. in 1995, and a granddaughter Mrs. Smulski was born in Lan- Concord Visiting Nurse Association There are no visiting hours. A me- 2011, at Country Village Nurs- Helen and her husband Sarah Boswell also died previ- caster, on November 3, 1945, the until retiring due to health. morial service was held Saturday ing Home in Lancaster, N.H. were avid skiers. She also ously. daughter of Guy and Bertina She was a member of the Ameri- morning, May 28, at 11:00 in the Unit- She was born on Sept. 3, loved music, knitting, sewing, At Helen’s request, she will (Collins) Hawes. can Legion Women’s Auxiliary and ed Methodist Church, Groveton. Rev. 1921 in Topeka, Ks., the daugh- gardening and doing cross- be cremated and there will be Linda was raised in Groveton, the Red Hats. Aaron Cox, pastor will officiate. Bur- ter of Willard and Estella word and jigsaw puzzles. no funeral services. A private and attended schools there. Her life’s Family members include two ial will follow in the Northumberland (Fearon) Hubbard. As a young She leaves her three sons, graveside service will be at the work was in healthcare and she has sons, Daniel Stonecipher of Concord, Cemetery. child, she moved with her fam- John “Jay” Boswell and wife Ridgwell Cemetery in Guildhall been employed in the medical field Michael Anderson of Berlin; a daugh- Arrangements are under the di- ily to Guildhall. Helen graduat- Rachel of Berlin, N.H., James at a date to be determined by as a nurse’s aid, LPN, and an EMT. ter Kris Lang of Boscawen; three rection of Bailey Funeral Home, Lan- ed from Groveton (N.H.) High and wife Janice of Nashua, the family. For a time she worked at Weeks Med- brothers, Winston Hawes and Gor- caster. School in 1939 and Keene N.H., and Kevin and wife Arrangements are under the ical Center, Lancaster, and she don Hawes of Groveton, Robert Please go to www.baileyfh.net for Teachers College (N.H.). Cheryl of Rumney, N.H.; as well direction of Bailey Funeral served on the Groveton Ambulance Hawes of Groveton and the Philip- more information or to send an on- In 1943 she married John A. as seven grandchildren; five Home of Lancaster, N.H. Go to Corp. For 10 years she resided in pines; and 7 grandchildren. line condolence. Boswell. She taught school for great grandchildren; and a sis- www.baileyfuneralhome.com many years in Guildhall and ter Elizabeth Odell of Country for more information or to MaryAnn K. Monteiro Groveton, N.H. After retiring, Village Nursing Home in Lan- send an online condolence. LITTLETON — MaryAnn Kimball worked as a Dispatcher for the N.H. A Graveside Service was held on Monteiro, 69, died on May 22, 2011 State Police until her retirement. She Tuesday, May 31 in the St. Rose Randy W. Enderson at the Littleton Regional Hospital. adored her children and loved her Cemetery with Rev. Fr. Jeffrey Statz A native of Littleton, MaryAnn animals. as Celebrant. WHITEFIELD — Randy W En- Family members include his Janice Pond; his pets Gidget, was born on Feb. 7, 1942, a daughter MaryAnn leaves her brother Arrangements and care have derson, 46 of Whitefield, died on mother, Linda Enderson of Wasilla, Scooter and Cocoa. to Roy and Matilda (Stanty) Kimball. George Kimball; her foster-son been entrusted to the Pillsbury Pha- May 25, 2011, at the Dartmouth Alaska; fiancee Jennifer Pond of His father Roger Enderson Jr, She attended school in Lebanon. Roland and wife Diane Lafond: her neuf Funeral Home and Crematori- Hitchcock Medical Center, in Whitefield; his children Tiffany En- grandmother Elaine Enderson and MaryAnn was married to Monty “adopted” daughter Ruth and hus- um in Littleton. For more informa- Lebanon, after a long battle with derson of Littleton, Tori Enderson, grandfather Dean Skinner all died Monteiro, who died in 1992. band Russell Holmes; and numerous tion, go to the obituary section of diabetes. Tristen Enderson, Mariah Dexter previously. She was employed by Bell Tele- grandchildren and great-grandchil- their website at www.pillsburypha- He was born in Saint Johns- and Andrew Pond all of Whitefield; A friends and family gathering phone Company, after which she dren. neuf.net. bury, Vt., the son of Roger F. and sisters and their spouses Betty was held on Monday, May 30, 2011, Linda M. Enderson. As a child, Thompson of Middlesex, N.C., Lisa at the Ross Funeral Home, White- Vivian R. Monahan Randy resided in Whitefield with and Glen Enderson, Lori and Greg field Chapel, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 service on Saturday, June 4, his family. As a young teen he Hamilton, and Lynn and John En- a.m. Family and friends are invit- for Vivian Rae (Smith) Monahan. moved with his family to Anchor- derson-Roop all of Wasilla; broth- A celebration of his life was ed to join us in a final farewell There will be a graveside burial 2011, at Lyndon Center Ceme- tery for Vivian, who died this age, Alaska. ers and their spouses Roger En- held at 11:30 a.m. with Reverend past January 4 in Framingham, He returned to Whitefield in his derson III and Nichole, and Robert Lyn Winter officiating. Service Dog organization Mass. late teens and has resided there and Heather Enderson of Wasilla; Memorial donations may be The memorial service at the since. Randy enjoyed all types of 14 nieces and nephews; grand- made in Randy’s memory to the introduces a new type of helper dog? cemetery will begin at 10 a.m. sports and never missed watching mother Eleanor Hart of Lancaster; Passumpsic Savings Bank, Randy a NASCAR race. Randy loved his several cousins, uncles and aunts, W. Enderson Memorial Fund, 20 TUFTONBORO — Assistance Ca- light switches, opening and closing After the service a luncheon will family and spending time with his and long time friends Steve Fulford Jefferson Road, Whitefield, NH, nine Services (A.C.T.S.), located in doors, and performing an emer- be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. children. He enjoyed having bon- and Eugene Costa, Ray, Rema, Keri 03598 or any local branch. To offer Tuftonboro, has a new Home Helper gency phone fetch. These dogs can at The Valley View Restaurant, fires with his family and friends Clement and his cousin Melody condolences to the family please Dog program. Home Helper Dogs also be trained to perform specific 774 Main Street, in Lyndonville telling stories and jokes. He had a Smith who Randy referred to as visit www.rossfuneral.com are trained dogs that help people tasks tailored to an individual’s for fellowship and remem- big heart and will be missed by all. his sister; his fiancée’s, mother with a variety of disabilities or diffi- needs. brance. culties. These dogs are taught to According to Trainer, Robin help their partners in the home with Crocker of Center Conway, “Our first specific difficulties that they might Home Helper Dog placement was a Work in progress have in their day to day living. Home happy accident.” According to Helper Dogs are trained in all the Crocker, she met Veteran Mark Law- same skills as Service Dogs, but be- ton of Tuftonboro at a local store. He cause they are not full Service Dogs talked about getting an A.C.T.S. in need of extensive public access flunkout. He was not sure he need- training, the waiting list, the appli- ed a Service Dog and he did not want cation process, the cost, and the to wait for one. Crocker realized they team training time for these dogs is may have a dog that could help him generally much shorter. with some of his needs at home. The The need for a dog to help clients golden retriever, Luna, was trained at home became more and more ob- specifically for Mark. Mark suffered vious to Executive Director, Dorothy from Post Traumatic Stress Disor- Hyde-Williams. “It’s hard for people der (PTSD), back injuries, and hear- to wait for a long time for a Service ing loss. When Mark’s family called Dog. Some people don’t need a dog him, he did not come because he with public access training. Some could not hear them. Luna was people only need help at home.” taught to, “find dad,” and bring him Hyde-Williams further explained back to whoever was calling him. that public access training is very in- She was also taught to fetch volved. Difficulties with public ac- dropped articles for him. His PTSD cess will eliminate some forms of symptoms were sometimes very un- service dog work for many of our settling for him, so Luna was taught very well trained dogs. These very to “snuggle next to Mark” on com- well trained dogs can now be placed mand and to gently “sit across in working partnerships helping Mark’s lap” on command. someone in need in their home. The process of applying for a ??Home Helper Dogs are trained to Home Helper Dog involves an appli- assist their human partners by cation form, a small application fee, fetching things, turning on and off and an interview. As with the Ser- vice Dog placements, Home Helper Sometimes it’s best Dogs are matched with clients. to talk things over Matching is done based on the per- sonality and needs of each client. with a lawyer... “All our dogs have different strengths and weaknesses,” ex- MARK YOUNGHOLM plained Hyde-Williams. Each dog and client must be a good match so ATTORNEY AT LAW a bond is formed. Eventually that • Initial Consultation Free bond turns into a true partnership. ?A.C.T.S. is located in Center Tufton- • Tailored Payment Options boro and is a non-profit organization • Unbundled Services with a mission to train Service Dogs • Document Prep & Help for the disabled. A.C.T.S. also trains with Self-Representation Home Helper Dogs, Balance Dogs, • Appointments to 9PM and Facility Dogs. For more infor- PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER Daily - Evenings - Weekends mation on A.C.T.S. www.assistance- Progress is being made construction the addition to the Whitefield Public Library, according to librarian Sandy Holz. A. B. Logging and canine.org, our Facebook page, or Excavating of Lancaster is the local subcontractor for the prime contractor, a Salem-Mass.-based contracting firm, James J. Welch & Co., Inc., Affordable Legal Counsel said co-clerk-of-the-works Ed Betz of Whitefield. Call 603-444-1787 call 569-9991.

Birthday Remembrance North Country students - NHTI Five Questions “Chef” Dana Jon Lunn Kady Doucette of Berlin; Nicholas Lawrence and Cameron 1. Whose assassination resulted in the Lorraine Motel be- Moore of Lancaster; Aimee Berry of Stewartstown; and Violet ing named the National Civil Rights Museum? Born June 1, 1959 2. What name was the last word uttered by Napoleon? McGee of Twin Mountain have been named to the Spring 2011 Died August 6, 2006 3. What mobster sighed: "I've been accused of every death Dean’s List at NHTI, Concord’s Community College, in recogni- you may be gone, but never forgotten. except the casualty list of the World War"? tion of their academic achievement during the Fall 2010 term. In 4. Who was the only American to become vice president and Always in our hearts and on our minds. order to qualify for Dean’s List a student must be considered full president after resignations? Love and miss you time and have a term GPA of 3.3 or higher. 5. Who was the youngest man to chair the Joint Chiefs of Mom & Family Staff?

AVRRDD AVRRDD HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION Saturday, June 4, 2011 WASTE DAY 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Committal Service SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2011 AVRRDD Transfer Station A graveside committal service for 100 West Milan Road, Route 110, Berlin DEAN E. DEVOST, 8 A.M. – 1 P.M. For residents of: Berlin, Dummer, Errol, Gorham, Jefferson, Milan, who died April 2, 2011, will be held on Transfer Station Northumberland, Randolph, Stark, the Unincorporated Saturday, June 11th at 12:00 p.m. (closed for regular business) Places in Coos County and Shelburne 100 W. Milan Road, Berlin in the Summer Street Cemetery in Lancaster, NH TRANSFER STATION WILL BE CLOSED FOR REGULAR

Call 752-3342 for information Telephone: 752-3342 for information Anyone wishing to attend is welcome JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A3 ••• SEA responds to judicial branch layoffs Hands-on ecology To help meet an expected Lacey. “The reality is, restruc- Laferriere noted that the $3.2 million shortfall in the Judi- turing never goes as smoothly union and Court administrators cial Branch budget, more than as everyone hopes. There are had worked well together, trying 10% of its employee positions delays – sometimes years of de- to structure the budget cuts and are being eliminated. lays. job cuts to lessen the impact on Layoff notices are effective “We are concerned that the Court services. “I am very con- Thursday, June 2. Other posi- Judicial Branch will be ‘shedding cerned about the Court system’s tions will be eliminated through talent’ next week, especially giv- future,” she said. “Next Thurs- retirements and voluntary lay- en the Commission’s recommen- day, we will be losing some very offs. Additional savings are pro- dation that the restructuring valuable staff members who jected to come through a rushed should be phased-in over 10 have a lot of experience and in- implementation of the proposed years,” Lacey added. “These are stitutional knowledge. The cost Circuit Court system. valuable human resources that of that can’t be measured. “The irony is, employees are can’t be easily replaced. Laying “I am even more concerned being asked to work overtime to off employees before the new about what happens next. The get caught up on the workload system is in place is an extreme Court system has been taking before the layoffs become effec- risk to be taking with something cuts biennium after biennium,” tive,” said Melissa Laferriere, a as important as our justice sys- she said. “The lack of funding is Court Assistant III in the Man- tem. We hope that funding can already impeding access to jus- chester District Court and an be restored to maintain these tice for many of our citizens. SEA Steward. The backlog was positions until the transforma- What happens, next biennium? created when the Courts closed tion of the Court system is com- And the one after that?” for 12 unpaid furloughed days to plete and fully tested.” Laferriere quoted former Fifth grade students at Groveton Elementary recently were able to take part in a hands-on ecology presen- meet a $3.1 million budget re- “Last year’s budget cuts Chief Justice John Broderick’s tation given by Dave and Tanya Tellman, NH Fish and Game Volunteers. duction in the current biennium. caused huge holes in the judicial speech to graduates of Syracuse Restructuring into a Circuit system – backing up court filings University College of Law: “State Court system was proposed by and causing delays,” Laferriere courts are different. They are Comedy Night to benefit Northwoods Hospice the Judicial Branch Innovation said. “In many cases, justice de- not state agencies but were cre- LANCASTER — Get ready for an third. He now holds the title of the will allow hospice care to be avail- Commission in January 2011. layed becomes justice denied. ated by constitution or statute amazing evening of comedy head- 3rd funniest comedian in New Eng- able to those who may otherwise The Commission had recom- When a domestic violence vic- to safeguard fundamental rights. lined by Lancaster’s own Darren land. not be able to afford it. Northwoods mended that the restructuring tim can’t get a restraining order Unlike many agencies that have Discenzo. This fund raising event to The proceeds from this evening Home Health and Hospice has of- be implemented over a 10-year – when a family can’t have their programs they can cut, we don’t. benefit Northwoods Hospice will be of comedy, which also features re- fice locations in Lancaster and Cole- period. Now, the change-over mentally ill child committed – We are the program.” held at the American Legion Hall in freshments and a raffle, will benefit brook. date has been moved up to July when a landlord can’t get an or- “We’re at the point where Groveton on Friday, June 3, at 8 p.m. the important work that the North- For tickets, call 800-750-2366 or 1, 2011; with additional changes der to evict the tenants who are budget cuts are affecting peo- Along with Darren, the evening’s woods Hospice organization pro- 788-5020 or stop by the Northwoods to be made by January 1, 2012. damaging his building – in all ple’s ability to safeguard their entertainment will also feature com- vides for our North Country resi- Home Health and Hospice offices at “We’ve lived through other these cases, Court delays have own rights,” Laferriere said. edy performances by Jay Grove and dents. Hospice is a special kind of 128 Main Street in Lancaster or 120 restructuring processes, partic- real consequences for the citi- “How am I supposed to tell peo- Kat Morris. Local residents may re- care that focuses on the quality of Main Street, Suite 5 in Colebrook. ularly at Health and Human Ser- zens who are looking to the Ju- ple: no, you can’t have that right, member that Darren recently com- life during the last stages of an ad- Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 vices,” said SEA President Diana dicial branch for help.” we can’t afford it?” peted in a comedy competition at vanced illness. It is designed to pro- at the door. The American Legion Mohegan Sun Resort in Connecti- vide comfort and support to pa- Hall in Groveton is located at 206 Visit Lancaster Farmers’ Market this weekend cut after regional qualifying. From tients and their families when a life- State Street. the 20 finalists selected over a two- limiting illness no longer responds Come join in the laughs and sup- LANCASTER — A welcome is only a few days away. A few thoughts from one of day competition, Darren finished to curative treatments. This event port Northwoods Hospice. sign of spring is the opening of The profusion of greens in- our vendors on cooking ideas the Lancaster Farmers’ Market. cluded several lettuce varieties, for spring garlic: Spring garlic, A look at the Lions A powerful combination of herbs, spring garlic, bok choy, both white and green parts, scents wafted over me as I ap- kale, beet greens, and I may have adds needed color and definite- LANCASTER— Did you ever and Learn Center and Lancaster are always welcome. For more in- proached their set-up. It was a missed a few. Early baby ly add flavor to salads, stir-fries, wonder what the Lions do? One of School Pre-School. This screening formation call Denis at 631-5582, mixture of freshly cut lawn com- spinach, mesclun, claytonia (the macaroni and cheese, and their missions through Operation is done by local Lion volunteers Marie at 788-4737 or John at 788- bined with the unmistakable best) and radishes rounded out breads. KidSight is to prevent blindness trained to use the equipment, then 4445. scent of fresh greens — this is the salad offerings. Fourteen Soups, stews and sauces ben- through early detection and treat- an eye physician will interpret the what we have all been waiting vendors had displays, and the efit from a whole spring garlic ment of the most common vision results of this screening. If a child Paws-a-tive for! I moved on to check out the place was humming, especially stem steeping in the mix. Shoots disorders in pre-school children. needs a referral, the Lions adminis- Training & early produce. How did our ven- the first hour. Rounding out the of spring garlic — the young Amblyopia is the leading cause of trator contacts the Doggie Day Care dors and their appreciative cus- produce display were our very head after the outer layers are monocular blindness in children, parent/guardian. This year the Lan- however, with detection before 60 caster Lions screened 38 children Canine Good Citizen Evaluator tomers manage without the ben- welcome returning three bread peeled — chopped and softened Behavior modification • Private and group lessons! efit of high tunnels to bring us makers. Varieties of herb and in butter is a great beginning to months of age it may be effectively with the following results: 25 Starting Wednesday June 1st these early delicacies? I was perennial plants were available. an egg dish. Just add two or treated. Early identification is key passed, five borderline and eight re- Will 6:30 - 7:30 Come 6-week Fun & Games! amazed at the variety of pro- Our well-appreciated artist with three beaten eggs and stir con- because it is almost impossible to ferrals. to Your duce. Asparagus came and went her beautiful landscape and an- tinuously. Outstanding! correct after age six. One of the serv- The Lancaster Lions meet the Home! *Basic obedience required ices offered free by the Lion volun- first and third Wednesday of the to do the class* so fast I only caught a glimpse of imal cards had a stream of visi- Be sure not to miss the Farm- Preregistration for classes Required! it. Not to worry — next Saturday tors. ers’ Market next Saturday. More teers is the eye screening for these month from September through young children. June at the Lancaster Welcome Cen- (603)788-5588 vendors are expected, and the www.pawsativetraining.com variety of produce will only in- Each year with ter at 6:30 p.m. Interested persons crease. 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JUNE 2011 This is a heartfelt Thank-You to the following ______people for the support shown to me and my family during my recent illness: STARK SCHOOL BOARD To my husband Dick, I love you so much. Stark Village School Thank You for always being there for me. Tuesday, June 7, 2011 To my sweet, loving mother, for all her love and support. To my sisters and brothers, their spouses and families: you 6:00pm – Board Meeting were and are always there for me and STRATFORD SCHOOL BOARD I love you all so much. To my friends for their prayers, cards, and concern; Stratford Public School I will always remember your kindness. Multipurpose Room To Weeks Emergency for the care I received while there… Wednesday, June 8, 2011 To Dartmouth Hospital for the care given to me by the brilliant Doctors and Nurses who gave me 6:00pm – Board Meeting the best care I could receive anywhere. And lastly, to Country Village Nursing Home in Lancaster, NORTHUMBERLAND SCHOOL BOARD New Hampshire. I resided there for ten days and everyone was Groveton High School Library so wonderful to me. I now consider them “my other family”. Monday, June 13, 2011 Sincerely, Alice Reilly 6:00pm – Board Meeting A4 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• Editorial Time for change

It’s time to say goodbye. Well, sort of. This will be my last editorial in the pages of the Democrat as I am moving on from my post as editor at this paper to a position as a reporter at another. I’m having trouble envisioning life not writing for the De- mocrat. Although I’ve been here just eight years, I can’t re- member not being here. It will certainly be odd not to crest Corrigan Hill each morning and look out over Lancaster laid out along the Israel’s and Connecticut Rivers, but it’s time to move on. Change is a part of life and embracing it is necessary to move forward. I will sincerely miss the daily and weekly interactions I have had through the years with the many fine folks in our coverage area. You have all truly been wonderful to work with. What I will miss most I think though, is how much Demo- crat readers care — about the content, quality and integrity of this paper. It has been truly humbling to write and edit for readers like you. So thank you all for eight wonderful years. I’ll see you around… M.G. Sunnybrook helps ‘green up’ Col. Town LANCASTER — Sunnybrook nybrook blends the Montessori Montessori School staff, stu- methods and materials with a dents and parents participated rich program of music, move- Saturday, May 21, in a spring ment activities, outdoor play service project to beautify their and natural science to provide school grounds, the adjacent a well-balanced and stimulating town park, and the Colonel educational experience. Our Town playground. The children approach emphasizes peace, and adults planted flowers, community, respect for one an- picked up litter, trimmed bush- other and the environment. In es, raked yards, and organized the Montessori program, we be- their play area. Organized and lieve children learn best when led by Tammy Cunnington and they are provided with specific Brigette Walters, assistant activities that encourage their teachers at Sunnybrook, "Green natural learning ability and sat- Up Day" was an opportunity for isfy their innate curiousity. the school to practice its prin- Sunnybrook Montessori is ciples of environmental stew- located at 129 Main Street in ardship, community involve- Lancaster, NH. Visit our web- ment, and student responsibili- site at www.sunnybrook- ty for their school. montessori.org or call 603-788- The Montessori philosophy 3884 for more information. En- used at Sunnybrook was devel- rollment opportunities for the oped over a hundred years ago 2011/12 school year are still by Dr. Maria Montessori. Sun- available.

Storm ing to the Dean Brook Village Mo- bile Home Park, the south side of (continued from Page A1) Brooklyn Street and Brook Road scene and had the fire under con- off of Lost Nation Road. Those ru- Groveton High juniors, Sean Irving and Vyktoria Boyle, were this years recipients of the St. Michaels College Book Award. Vyktoria was also the trol within half an hour. The extent ral roads, and more in Northum- recipient of this year's Wellesley College Book Award. of the damage is still being investi- berland, had also yet to be graded gated as well as the cause. Ac- this spring. cording to Martin there was, how- Road closures in Vermont as of ever, a live wire along the burnt 7:30 a.m. on Friday due to flooding READERS’FORUM beams that went to two lights in included Route 302 in Berlin the barn. (Barre-Montpelier Road) and Lancaster and Northumber- Route 2 from St. Johnsbury to Letter to Senator Gallus land residents woke up Friday Lunenburg. To the Editor: portant to the welfare and protec- protecting private, individual, cit- that large, wealthy, foreign, com- morning to the minor debris of The storm did hit hard on the Mr. Gallus, tion of the property owner’s rights izens from being adversely affect- panies could possibly take land felled branches, but also to the re- outdoor inventory of the Shurman Since the overwhelming majority and the land they own. The pas- ed by large, wealthy, corporations from N.H. land owners against lief that the power to the two towns Motors car dealership. “We have a vote in the State House of Repre- sage of this bill is not a bill direct- taking of land for improving their their will. had returned in the night between very huge scratch and dent sale sentatives on proposed HB648 ly against the Northern Pass, but profits. I’m sure many lobbyists Please, Mr. Gallus and your fellow 10:30 p.m. and 12 a.m. According to going on,” said Manager John Ja- and the continuing enormous pub- it is against the taking of private have contacted you about this up- senators, fulfill the will of the peo- Lancaster Town Manager Ed Sam- worowski. lic support for said bill, it is now land by companies, or projects for coming vote and have tried to per- ple of N.H. son the extent of the storm dam- There was hail damage to 35 ve- time for the Senate to also show private financial gain — which suade you for various reasons to Your time and efforts age was restricted to minor hicles, the majority of the invento- its support for the passage of this should never be allowed no mat- vote against this bill. I am not a are appreciated, washouts from heavy run off on ru- ry, as well as a broken rear window bill. Being 52 years old and a life- ter what laws are or are not in lobbyist; I am only one of the many Jon Wilkinson ral roads, but “nothing like we’ve taken out by a tree branch. Ja- long resident of this great state, I place. thousands of residents of N.H. Lancaster experienced in the past,” he said. worowski has been manager for six cannot think of anything more im- The passage of this bill is about who are against the possibility “The good thing was we haven’t years and this is the first time he done spring improvement on the has seen natural damage like this. In My Opinion Lancaster roads yet.” The actual cost of the damages has The same could be said of yet to assessed and due to varying It’s time for NH’s wood-fired power plants to stop fighting Berlin Power Northumberland. That town suf- extents of damage will be fered washouts on the road lead- processed on a car by car basis. By Steve Griffin BioPower can proceed, and cre- Suez (Pinetree Power Tamworth economy to support foresters, ate good jobs and true economic and Bethlehem), Korea East- loggers, and haulers that will pro- In the interest of Berlin and the activity for Berlin, Coos County West Power Company (White- duce Berlin BioPower’s wood- entire North Country, it’s time for and all surrounding communi- field Power & Light, Springfield chip fuel. New Hampshire’s Wood-Fired ties. Power), Illinois’ Indeck Energy Berlin BioPower will be a rising IPPs (Bridgewater Power, Pine- The Wood-Fired IPPs’ fight Services (Indeck Alexandria), tide that will lift all boats within tree Power Tamworth and Beth- against Berlin BioPower is self- and New Jersey’s Public Service the forest industry. It will also lehem, Springfield Power, White- serving and hypocritical. As a Enterprise Group (Bridgewater stimulate Berlin’s economy in Established September 11, 1838 field Power & Light, and Indeck- group, these smaller biomass Power) — are more concerned many direct and indirect ways. “All the news that fits” Energy Alexandria) to lay down power plants have aggressively with corporate profits than the Hundreds of construction work- USPS No. 222580 their arms and stop blocking the lobbied New Hampshire political people of Berlin. But holding ers will need places to eat lunch, Published every Wednesday at Berlin BioPower biomass plant and economic development lead- our community hostage by op- get groceries, buy gas and spend 79 Main Street, Lancaster, New Hampshire 03584 from moving forward and creat- ers to force PSNH into buying posing Berlin BioPower as a ne- their hard-earned money in oth- Telephone: (603) 788-4939 ing clean energy and good jobs. their power, to save their own gotiating tactic to get a deal with er ways. Berlin BioPower has Second Class Postage Paid at Lancaster, N.H. and at additional mailing offices. The wood-fired IPPs have fought plants and preserve jobs. At the PSNH is unconscionable. made commitments to hire lo- this project at every level, and same time they are asking for the Berlin BioPower and many oth- cally, during construction and af- Frank Chilinski, President & Publisher their concerns have been heard State’s help, they are trying to ers, including our company, sup- ter. In addition, the biomass Melissa Grima, Editor and addressed. They have made stop Berlin BioPower and pre- port all efforts to keep these plant will build Berlin a River- Reporter, Edith Tucker their arguments and state regu- vent it from creating jobs and smaller biomass plants running. walk along the Androscoggin, a News and Sports, Jonathan Benton latory officials have required sig- stimulating the Berlin economy. In fact, Berlin BioPower has gone new ATV/snowmobile trail, and a Advertising, Lisa Snowman nificant project changes based This is not right, and it’s not the the extra step of trying to help new community parking lot. It Typesetter, Carla Allen on their input. As of this writing, New Hampshire way. Jobs in these plants reach new deals will also offer thermal heat at no the PUC has granted conditional Berlin are critically important with PSNH. They return the favor cost to companies willing to co- Editorial Design, Angela Peets approval to Public Service Com- too, just as important as jobs in by trying to stop Berlin’s proj- locate pany of New Hampshire’s power Bridgewater, Alexandria, Tam- ect? It’s time for the Wood-Fired IPPs Fax: 603-788-3022 • E-mail address: [email protected] purchase agreement with Berlin worth, Bethlehem, Whitefield Berlin BioPower is a $275 million to do what’s right for Berlin and Web site: http://www.cooscountydemocrat.com All advertising accepted with understanding that responsibility for errors BioPower, and PSNH has agreed and Springfield. More to the project in the heart of our wood all of New Hampshire. Stop jeop- extends only to correction of the portion in which error occurs. to the PUC’s required modifica- point, Berlin BioPower isn’t jeop- country, a region that desperate- ardizing new jobs and economic Postmaster: Send address changes to Coös County Democrat, tions. It’s time for the Wood-Fired ardizing jobs at these smaller ly needs jobs and an economic activity. Withdraw opposition at P.O. Box 29, Lancaster, N.H. 03584 IPPS to put their competitive in- plants. They are in trouble al- boost. The project would create the PUC and support Berlin Subscription in County $36.00. Out of County $60.00. terests aside and do the right ready for a whole host of reasons 400 construction jobs and 40 BioPower moving forward. Circulation figures available on request. thing for New Hampshire and our unrelated to Berlin BioPower. good-paying, permanent jobs at Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. North Country. They should We suspect the Wood-Fired IPPs’ the biomass plant. It would also — Steve Griffin is co-owner of withdraw their Motions for a Re- large, out-of-state and foreign inject more than $25 million an- Isaascon Structural Steel, Inc., lo- hearing at the PUC so Berlin owners — such as France’s GDZ nually into New Hampshire’s cated in Berlin. JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A5 ••• North Country Notebook Up Old Cherry Mt. Road on a pretty trip through time

By JOHN HARRIGAN 302. It is a marvel of engineer- ing, topography, and geology. COLUMNIST Travelers heading north on Route 3 can reach this gem of a The northern part of New road by turning east on Route Hampshire offers literally hun- 115 just above Twin Mountain, dreds of back roads and byways toward Berlin. Old Cherry Mountain Road begins where that are often only faintly tory and guide-books as the De- Route 115A intersects with 115. marked on major maps, if at all. ception Brook Esker. Anyone not The Rev. Starr King, whose But with the help of a large-for- familiar with eskers could be name and explorations made mat topographical-style map forgiven for wondering if the such a lasting mark on the White book, these off-the-beaten-track road had been built atop an old Mountains, particularly its roads are easily discovered and railroad bed, except for its lack northern slopes and peaks, figured out, and then all anyone of a straight course. wrote that the Cherry Mountain has to do is pack a lunch, and Old Cherry Mountain comes Road was scarcely surpassed in maybe boots and binoculars, out onto Route 302 between the its views and intriguing history. and go. Zealand picnic area and camp- The lower section of the road Three of my favorites in this ground and the fabled Fabyan, follows Mill Brook, whose fre- category are the Sandwich just to the east. And now travel- quent sharp drops and volume Notch Road and the Jefferson ers can go on to explore all that of water fostered the construc- Notch Road, the latter said to be Crawford Notch and environs tion of all manner of mills up the highest state road in New have to offer, or just turn around Hampshire. But we didn’t have along its lower valley. The visi- PHOTO BY JOHN HARRIGAN and reverse course to see what tor ascends past camps, cabins time for either of those on this The pointed tips of spruce and fir frame this small high-country pond, just south of the pass between Cherry they might have missed. and more recently built homes particular morning, our intent Mountain and Mount Deception. We chose to keep going, to and then through a seasonally being to circumnavigate Mount Bartlett and then up Route 16, closed gate (usually open a Washington just to see if the and Randolph (Yup, socked in), This through-the-pass road, shovels and dump-carts, was keeping an eye on the cloud-ceil- week or two before Memorial summit was cloud-free or socked and then back-tracked a bit and hacked out of the wilderness by built as a means of getting from ing along the way, and lo and be- Day), with a sign warning that in. We surveyed the northern turned onto another favorite, settlers wielding axes and Jefferson, on the old Route 2, to hold when we reached the the road is not maintained for peaks from Jefferson Highlands the Old Cherry Mountain Road. stump-pullers and graded with Fabyan, on what is now Route Mount Washington Auto Road winter travel. Appleby Mountain the summit was clear, and (of is to the east, The Humps off to course) up we went. Wild Lancaster the west. The grade becomes steep here, and soon crests the (This column runs in a dozen notch between Cherry Moun- The Distinctive Sapsucker weekly papers covering the north- tain and Mt. Deception. ern two-thirds of New Hampshire This is a good place to pause By BOB DURANT for the traffic noise. Drumming and parts of Maine and Vermont. for a picnic, but there’s a better fulfills the same function as the John Harrigan’s address: Box 39, COLUMNIST one just ahead, a small pond on songs of other birds. It is used to Colebrook, NH 03576 or hooli- the left whose interesting cul- Among the woodpeckers, the declare territorial boundaries [email protected]) yellow-bellied sapsucker is and helps to locate and bond vert work suggests many a past unique. This bird is set apart in mates. Both the male and female problem with beavers. Fish were its drumming patterns, calls, mi- sapsuckers drum. rising when we stopped by, gratory habits, and diet from The calls of sapsuckers are adding just the right touch to a Answers most of its relatives. distinctive and not easily con- lovely pond in an equally lovely 1. Martin Luther King Jr. Sapsuckers have a different fused with those of other wood- setting. 2. Josephine style of drumming. Whereas peckers. One call is a low, nasal, And now came my favorite 3. Al Capone most woodpeckers are satisfied cat-like “Meew”.The other call, part of the trip, a section of road 4. Gerald Ford with performing a long roll and used primarily on nesting built atop a steep, sinuous gla- 5. Colin Powell leaving it at that, the sapsucker grounds, is a loud, high-pitched cial esker referred to in the his- incorporates single, syncopated “Kee-yew”. notes in addition to a shorter To my knowledge, our only roll, providing the listener with other woodpecker besides the ORDER OF NOTICE greater variety. For example, the sapsucker that migrates south to SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING Downey and Hairy woodpecker avoid freezing temperatures is RSA 197:3, IV would drum “Tr- the flicker. Flickers feed mostly on insects, especially ants; sap- Case Name: In re: Stark School District rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrat” but the sap- Case Numbers: 214-2011-CV-00115 sucker would drum “trrrrrrat, pa- suckers enjoy sap. Both ants and tat, tat, tat… tat”. The selection sap are not readily available in A Petition for Special School District Meeting of the Stark School District, of a drumming surface is also dif- winter so this makes sense. Each Coos County is on file with this office. The Court has scheduled the follow- ing: Evidentiary Hearing ferent. Many woodpeckers will spring I look for the return of the choose a resonate piece of wood, sapsucker anytime from April Date: June 07, 2011 Location:55 School Street, Suite301 twelfth to the seventeenth. Usu- Time: 10:30 a.m. Lancaster, New Hampshire like a dead branch or hollow tree Time Allotted: 30 minutes trunk. This provides a mellow, ally, the first evidence of their ar- fairly loud sound. The sapsucker, rival is the sound of their calls or, The Court ORDERS that the Stark School District: however, prefers the louder, pro- more likely, their drumming. I • Post notice of court date on the petition within 24 hours after receiving jective resonance of metal. I have can typically count on the first notice of the court date from the Court at the Office of the School Board and at two or more other conspicuous places in the School District. If been serenaded with their drum- drumming performance of the season coming from a certain the district is a multi-town school district, the notices shall be posted at ming on metal utility pole mark- two or more conspicuous places in each town of the multi-town school ers, tin roofs, and even wires at- utility pole in a power line that Top: A juvenile sapsucker feeding at its parent’s sap wells on my crab district; tached to fence posts. The loud- crosses the Boston and Maine apple tree (August 7th) railroad below Cabot Lodge. This • Publish a copy of this Order of Notice in he next available edition est drumming I have heard so far of the Coos County Democrat was on the metal roof cap of an pole is blessed with a particular- BELOW: A male Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker and his drum (May 23rd) old D.O.T. shed situated off Mid- ly resonate metal marker that is • On or before June 07, 2011, Stark School District shall file with this Court sought after by local sapsuckers. holes in the trunks of trees to ac- — Bob Durant is a retired its Return substantiating that notice of the court date was posted as dle Street. The male sapsucker required herein, and a Return of Publication. (red throat) was in his glory. He Finally, feeding habits also cess the soft inner bark and to school teacher, wildlife photog- would give the cap a preliminary distinguish sapsuckers from oth- drink the sap that flows with rapher and naturalist. His pas- Any interested party may appear at this hearing and show why the petition should not be granted. If you wish to be heard on the petition you must first tap and then proceed with his er woodpeckers. Feeding sites, their long tongues. The sap wells sion is nature and his mission is or sap wells, are made in both file a written appearance with this court on or before June 07, 2011, and send drum song, the reverberations of also provide food for humming to photograph as much of the lo- copies to the party listed below and any other party who has filed an appear- which could have been heard in softwood and hardwood trees. birds and many insects. The cal wildlife as possible during his ance in this matter. These woodpeckers drill small wells I have seen consist of nu- daily walk along the Israel's Riv- downtown Lancaster were it not Send copies to: merous one quarter inch holes er via the old Boston and Maine Jay C. Boynton, ESQ PO Box 395, Andover, NH 03216-0395 surrounding sections of the tree railroad. He is committed to on- trunk. ly photographing healthy wildlife If you need an interpreter or other accommodations for this hearing, please The drumming and calls of the freely living in their native habi- contact the court immediately. Clarksville man yellow-bellied sapsucker are two tat (with the exception of cows). Please be advised (and/or advise clients, witnesses, and others) that it is a sounds of early spring. After a Mr. Durant is available to com- Class B felony to carry a firearm or other deadly weapon ad defined in RSA killed in Route 3 crash long winter, they are as wel- munity groups for slide presen- 625:11, V in a courtroom or area used by a court. comed as seeing the first Blood- tations featuring our local May 24, 2011 BY ORDER OF THE COURT, DAVID P. CARLSON A local man was killed in a of both vehicles had to be extri- root blossoms or hearing the wildlife. For more information Clerk of Court Saturday morning collision on cated from their vehicles by re- first Song Sparrow. call 788-4040. (463) Route 3 in Colebrook. Robert Ei- sponding fire and rescue per- dell, 70, of Clarksville, suffered sonnel and were then transport- fatal injuries and was pro- ed to Upper Connecticut Valley nounced dead at the Upper Con- Hospital in Colebrook. Mr. necticut Valley Hospital. Queen and Mrs. Eidell were ad- The crash occurred just mitted to UCVH for their injuries, south of the state rest area, which appear to be non-life shortly after 9 a.m. on May 28. threatening at this time. Two others were injured. Responding units to the State Police report that based scene included Troopers from upon the initial on-scene inves- the NH State Police- Troop F and tigation, Robert J. Queen, 74 of the State Police Technical Acci- Woburn, Mass., was traveling dent Reconstruction Unit, as north on Route 3 in a 2003 well as officers from the Cole- Hyundai Santa Fe wagon. A 2007 brook Police Department and Chevrolet HHR wagon driven by members of the Colebrook Fire Eidell, was traveling south- Department and 45th Parallel bound along with his passenger, EMS. Carolyn D. Eidell, 72 of The crash is being investigat- Clarksville. ed by Trooper Christopher Ladd The investigation revealed of the NH State Police- Troop F. that Queen’s vehicle drifted into Anyone with information regard- the southbound lane and struck ing the crash is asked to contact Eidell’s vehicle. The occupants Trooper Ladd at (603) 846-3333. CASS INSURANCE INC. ‘Nanc’ & Michelle PO Box 406 • Newport, Vermont 05855 PERSONAL AUTOS, WORKMAN’S COMP. GENERAL LIABILITY AND EQUIPMENT HOMEOWNERS, SNOWMOBILES, ATVS 802.334.6944-Work 802.334.6934-FAX [email protected] A6 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• New plant manager

PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER A.J. Peterson of Ashburton, Mass., is the new plant manager at Brownstreet-Tubbs Furniture. Peterson was vice president of man- ufacturing at Nichols & Stone of Gardner, Mass., for many years and later worked for Stickley Furniture in Manlius, N.Y. In a brief inter- view at Grandma’s Kitchen, co-owner Adam Tager explained that he feels fortunate to have found someone who brings a wealth of man- agement experience to the Whitefield furniture factory.

JEFFERSON Wilma Corrigan | 586-4488

COURTESY PHOTO Muriel Mahn of Whitefield (on left) donated her time and creativity to quilt a banner for Caleb Caregivers, displaying their new logo. Also pic- Jefferson Historical Society Club Tournament at 12:30 p.m.; tured is Bobbie Gaudes, Executive Director and Echo Remick, Volunteer Coordinator. The Jefferson Historical So- Sunday, July 3 — the Red, ciety will be holding a meeting White and Blue Tournament at on Tuesday, June 17, at the Mu- 3 p.m. prior to the Fireworks The Whitefield Planning Board and seum at 7 p.m. All are welcome display, part of the Indepen- North Country to attend. They will be dis- dence Day Celebration. More Conservation Commission are pleased to cussing the issue of opening up dates will be announced later. welcome a presentation by VLAP on hours and days for the summer Get ready for July 4th season. They have already The theme for this year’s Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. Student-Poekert booked a clean up work day for Annual July 4th Parade is “150 Amanda Jean Poekert, 20, of Wednesday, June 15, 4 to 6 p.m. Years Since the Civil War” — a The Volunteer Lake Assessment Program is a Dalton, received a diploma in to prepare for the opening the very important and special group of Statewide volunteers who offer their Advanced Culinary Arts from doors to visitors. If anyone is date to remember about the interested in manning the Mu- formation of the United States. time to the New Hampshire Department of Lincoln Culinary Institute (for- merly Connecticut Culinary In- seum for open hours, usually 1 We hope everyone gets their to 4 p.m., please call President thinking caps on and comes up Environmental Services (DES), to assist in the stitute) during commencement Winnie Ward-Irish at 586-4372. with some grand floats to hon- evaluation of water quality. ceremonies held in Suffield, Thank you. or our “Gallant Forefathers.” Conn. on Sunday, May 15, 2011. We would like to let the Jef- Congratulations to Holly- This presentation will take place in the The commencement address ferson residents know that our Ann Town Office’s conference room located at was delivered by Michael Ty, Starr King Grange #124 Hall has What a wonderful feeling it President of the American Culi- been sold. The sign has been is when you hear of one of our 38 King Square. nary Federation. Amanda, a saved to donate to the Histori- youngsters accomplishing 2009 graduate of White Moun- cal Society to set up a display something unusual. Recently, tains Regional High School, re- at the future date. Upon re- throughout the United States, ceived her culinary training at ceiving more details on the sale an Essay Contest was held and the Hartford campus of LCI, and of the building and its future there were 25 winners. Of these we will be able to give better 25 winners, local Girl Scout completed an externship at the knowledge of its outcome, but Holly-Ann Barney of Lancaster Sugar Hill Inn under the direc- it defiantly is not going to be was one of the lucky writers. tion of Chef Val Fortin. She is destroyed. Holly-Ann has won the chance currently employed at Tremont Waumbek Golf to go to Astronaut Camp in 647 Restaurant in South Boston, Course is open Huntsville, Ala. Her bigger is- a “Best of Boston” award winner The Waumbek Golf Course sue now is to get financial sup- FLOWERS •HERBS •VEGETABLE PLANTS owned by Andy Husbands, au- has been open for a few weeks port to attend the camp. On Fri- FRESH IN-SEASON VEGETABLES thor of The Fearless Chef. Ms. for regular every day use, and day, May 20, a spaghetti sup- Golf Pro Larry Fellows has been per was held at the Lancaster Opening May 14th Poekert now resides in historic Lincoln, Mass. busy at getting the season’s Fire Station for her benefit. Friday-Sunday 10am - 5pm tournaments set up. Some that Hopefully, others will help her Rt. 3, Twin Mountain are coming right up are: Satur- reach the goal needed to cover 603-616-3299 day, June 4 — Weeks Hospital her expenses. Holly-Ann is the Next to Foster’s Crossroads Tournament at 8 a.m.; Friday, June 17 — Lancaster Rotary Jefferson,PAGEA7

TOWN OF WHITEFIELD SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST White The Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 from 7:00-7:30 pm Mountains 6 Terrace Street, Whitefield, NH 03598 • Tel: 603.837.2541 • Fax: 603.837.3878 at the Whitefield Town Office located at 38 King Square for a checklist purge session. DAR to meet A Heartfelt Thank You! The White Mountains Chap- Supervisors of the Checklist ter, Daughters of the American Spring Fest at The Morrison was a great success thanks to all of the people who attended and purchased items in Colleen Malone • Barbara Jones Revolution, will hold the Thrift Store, participated in the Silent Raffle, enjoyed a hot dog or a breakfast sandwich, or took home a fresh a special 20th Birthday Cele- baked goodie. bration luncheon on Saturday, Special thanks go out to all of the businesses and individuals who donated items or services for the Silent Raffle, June 18, at Sunset Hill House, and Thrift Store and the many volunteers who helped make the day a success. Notice and Invitation to Attend a Public Meeting 231 Sunset Hill Road, Sugar Hill. Attendees will gather on the All of the funds raised will go toward the purchase of mobile computer stations with wireless connectivity so that of the Whitefield Planning Board "tree top deck" at 11:30 a.m. and Morrison’s residents can communicate with their families as well as the larger world. Notice is hereby given that there will be a public luncheon will begin at noon Thanks again for all your support. (gourmet sandwich and salad Residents and Staff meeting of the Whitefield Planning Board on Tuesday June 14, 2011 at 7:00pm in the Town Offices located buffet, including beverage and The Morrison dessert, tax and tip.) Cost is $15; at 38 Kings Square to consider adoption of “Expedited SPONSORS INCLUDE: pre-paid reservations are re- Single Family Home Development Permit” process. quired and must be received by Aubuchon Hardware Embroidery By Everything Littleton Eye Care Sara’s Salon Friday, June 10. Allure Salon Family of Edgar Hubbard McLures Honey & Maple Products Scorpio’s Pizzaria Single home applications and/or its customary acces- Appalachian Mountain Club Nancy Faria Mittersill Alpine Resort Shaw’s Supermarket - Lancaster For additional information Audubon Society of NH First Colebrook Bank Mac’s Market Shaw’s Supermarket - Littleton sory buildings, which meet all the criteria contained in about reservations, the meet- Barron Brook Inn Grampa’s Sugarshack Martin’s Agway Six Gun City the Town`s Comprehensive Development Guide, ing, or membership in the Boston Red Sox InSparations Salon & Day Spa Wanda McGee Stiles Fuel would have such applications approved by a Guide Daughters of the American Rev- Buds & Bloom Jack’s Dairy Bar Mt Washington Cog Railway Sullivan’s Greenhouse olution (DAR) please contact Bumper to Bumper Auto Jax Jr. Cinemas NAPA Auto Parts Betty Anne Sunderman Administrator, rather than at a warned public meeting Chapter Regent Marsha Stewart Burns Lake Farm Kimball Hill Farm Old Mill Studio Sunny’s House of Pizza of the Planning Board. The Guide Administrator, as at (603) 837-9513 or Treasurer Catholic Women’s Group Laconia Savings Bank Passumpsic Savings Bank Susemarie Swenson envisioned by the Board of Selectmen and Planning Kathy Nelson at (603) 823-4048. Aggy Chase Lahouts Country Store Pentimento Tim Bir Alley NH State Vice-Regent Phyllis Cherry Blossom Floral Lancaster Congregational Church Powerhouse Gym Village Gun Store Board, would be the Town Clerk/Secretary to the Gagnon will be our special Colonial Theater Lancaster Eye Care Diane Richey Watershed to Wildlife Planning Board. Details Window Fashions League of NH Craftsmen Riff Flower Shop Weathervane Theatre guest. Husbands, prospective Jan Dyer Lion & The Rose B&B Santa’s Village Whitefield Hardware The need for and purpose of the expedited review members, guests, and friends Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank are all invited to join the mem- process will be explained by the Planning Board and bers for this celebration lunch- the public’s comments are welcome. eon. JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A7 ••• A career in film realized

By James Notari stuck for me and has never left. I newspaper. So, here goes… Special to the Democrat often think back to those years in I have worked on various films New Hampshire when making for Lakeshore Entertainment Marching through the those movies with my friends was over the last five years. The most swampy waters, Beowulf clad in so simple and pure. It defined recent, before Underworld 4, was full chain-mail armor, wields a who I was and I have stayed on The Lincoln Lawyer starring heavy sword. He stops at the that path seventeen years later. Matthew McConaughey, which opening of a deep cave, listening Today, I am in Vancouver we filmed last summer in Los An- to the horrific cries of a beast Canada working on Underworld geles. It was released March 18th within. His long hair hides his 4: New Dawn. This is a 3D Fran- in theaters and has been doing dark face, allowing only the fog of chise film, based on the cen- very well! his breath to escape. The howls turies-old war between vampires On The Lincoln Lawyer my grow louder and closer and still and werewolves. Last night we credit was Dailies Supervisor, and our hero stands his ground. One were shooting in the rain, a whole VFX Digital Artist. “Dailies” is the thought crosses his mind…”It city block shut down as cars race term that refers to all of the sure is cold standing in this back and forth…A werewolf footage that is shot during that stream!” lands on the roof of a taxi cab, as specific day. A Dailies Supervisor That was me…and I was fif- it skids out of control it smashes oversees all of the footage that is teen years old. Chasing around into a nearby parked car and flips filmed and prepares it for differ- the backwoods of Lancaster film- through the air. “CUT, CUT!!” You ent groups of people, such as ed- ing a video for Mr. Ryland’s Eng- hear over the bullhorn. itors, producers, and vendors. lish class – The Song Of Beowulf. I decide to take a quick coffee When I get the footage that has If it wasn’t some medieval story break, and walk over to the tent been shot, I then take the sound we were making, we were running where craft service is set up. I (which is recorded separately) through the 4th of July parade on pull back the door and step in- and sync them together so that Main Street in a high pursuit side to see a 7’ tall werewolf, sip- the picture and sound “live to- chase sequence, or dressed in ping a tea. “Hey what’s up?” I wait gether as one.” I also back up all 70’s attire at the former bowling for him to step aside before I grab of the footage to various places alley, or jumping off the cliffs at some half and half. It’s been a long — just like you would family pho- Upper Falls to escape the mob. week shooting nights in the rain, tos, or anything you store on your The core team was myself, but this makes it worth it in some computer. (In case something Jake Odell, Josh Odell, James funny way. goes missing, a fire, etc…) In ad- Amadon, James Rochefort, and The other day I was trying to dition I watch everything from Jason Savage. We lived and explain to my mom what I do ex- start to finish to make sure there breathed these movies, and we actly on these movies…and as I are no technical problems — so, made them whenever we got the was explaining she asked if I when the film is finally done I James Notari, a WMRHS grad, started making backyard movies and now has a career in film. chance. We had the dream, and it would write something up for the have watched every frame! And trust me there is a lot of coffee, job, and I sit in front of comput- 4, when an actor jumps off a roof time. There are a couple projects and Advil involved! ers all day watching, and listen- there are cables that keep them coming up soon that sound inter- 1948, when I graduated from the I work in a semi-truck outfitted ing to everything. Everything from falling. These will be paint- esting; One in Australia, another Jefferson 8th grade, our class decorated with a screening room, so when (continued from Page A6) goes through me from set, and ed out later — this is called “wire- one up here in Vancouver, and the Jefferson Town Hall’s stage people such as directors or pro- then leaves from me to various removal.” For many movies I also one in Boston! It would be a blast granddaughter of Elias Jr. and with lilac and apple blossoms. It ducers want to see Dailies in- spots. If there are any problems I add “signage” over specific bill- to work back East and see family.. Barbara Hopps of Northumber- was beautiful! stantly, they can stop by the immediately report to the heads boards in the background, or Each film is always a different land, the daughter of Christine Fiddle contest dailies trailer at lunch time and I of departments, and if not I keep product placement that we are experience, and you never really (Hopps) Barney and a niece to On Tuesday, June 21, at 7 will play them selects on the big pushing through. not cleared to use. know what to expect when you Lucille (Hopps) Cameron of Jef- p.m. at the Jefferson Town Hall, screen. On Underworld 4 we are The second position, VFX Dig- This job is also very tedious, start. And this is why being part ferson. We wish to congratulate all are invited to attend “Old filming in 3D, so my job now in- ital Artist, takes place after the as I work frame-by-frame remov- of this business is so exciting. Be- Holly-Ann on her achievement Time Rules Will Prevail: The Fid- volves syncing dailies and match- movie has been edited together. ing, adding, or cleaning up part of tween the collaboration and cre- in winning the essay contest. dle Contest in N.H. and New Eng- ing the left and right cameras. This involves working on specific the shot. I hope that explains ativity that is involved, a small Property tax relief land.” Fiddle contests evolved (When you film in 3D, two cam- shots in the movie that need vi- what I do in a nutshell. Some peo- army of people are trying to make Here is a bit of information from being endurance fiddling eras are tethered together as one sual effects work added to them. ple on set don’t even know what something people want to spend for low and moderate income events to playing a set number – one camera is the left eye, and For example, in The Lincoln I do! money to see. But it is also just homeowners. There is a special of tunes judged by certain spe- one camera is the right eye. I take Lawyer when we filmed any scene There are so many people on the same as a bunch of kids in a property tax relief that one can cific criteria. Whether large or the footage from both cameras involving a computer monitor, a movie shoot and each person small town with a video cam- apply for, and forms can be ob- small, fiddle contests tried to and match them together to make that monitor was left blank — lat- has a specific responsibility that era…It’s all entertainment, just tained from your selectmen’s of- show who was the "best," as well 3D footage.) And finally, at the er we add content to that screen. after a while people just call each with a different budget and a lot fice. Forms must be filed by June as preserve old-time fiddling, end of each day I send all of the This allows us more control in other by their job title. more crew! Maybe one of these 30, 2011. Call the Jefferson Se- and raise money for local or- footage that I have worked on to post-production. (The actors just After Underworld 4 wraps in days we will have to get the old lectmen’s Office at 586-4553 to ganizations. In recent years, the the editorial crew who starts cut- pretend they are seeing some- June, I am headed back to Los An- Lancaster crew together for one ask for the forms. fiddle contest has declined sig- ting the movie together. thing on the TV/computer and we geles and will be working with ed- more run…one movie… see if we Looking for another cook- nificantly in both N.H. and Ver- All in all, it’s a very technical add it in later.) Or in Underworld itorial on this until Christmas still have it! off? mont due to cultural changes Did many have fun at the Jef- and financial viability. The ferson Firemen’s Cook-off? If so, greatest legacies of the fiddle and if you’d like to enjoy anoth- contests were recordings made er, plan to attend the Gorham at live competitions. A sampling Fire/EMS Association Chili & of these tunes is played during Chowder Cookoff with Dessert the presentation, as well as Competition on Friday, July 1, at some live fiddling by the pre- the Gorham Fire Station from 6 senter Adam Boyce. Held at Jef- to 7:30 p.m. Tasters will vote to ferson Town Hall, Route 2, in Jef- determine the top three winners ferson, this NH Humanities in each of the chili and chowder Council program is free and categories, but the dessert judg- open to the public. ing will be done by a committee Humor chosen beforehand, with the A little family jesting — My desserts then being available uncle has a large family. The oth- for others in attendance to try. er day, while he was out walk- Attendees will purchase a ballot ing, a policeman stopped him for $4 for all their tasting. For and said, “You’re under arrest.” more information or to register My uncle asked, “Why? I ain’t e-mail Phil Cloutier at part- done nothing.” The policeman [email protected], or call 466- replied, “What’s that big crowd 5512. following you for then?” Apple blossom time There was some loud yipping I’ve been watching the lilac and yelling coming from a bushes and I believe they will be teenager. “What’s the idea, mak- blossomed for Memorial Day. ing all that noise?” asked a Has anyone seen any apple blos- neighbor. “It’s the Indian in me,” soms venturing into view yet? A said the teenager. “On what side couple of trees above me have are you Indian?” questioned the little pink beginnings of buds, neighbor. The answer was, “On looking like a blossom might the inside. I just swallowed a spring out for graduation. In buffalo nickel.”

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COURTESY PHOTO Sarah Atkinson of Lancaster, a WMRHS Class of 2007 graduate who fin- ished the two-year Mountain View Academy hospitality management program, earned a B.S. degree in hotel manage- ment cum laude on May 22 from Johnson and Wales University in Providence, R.I. Exulting with her fol- lowing the commencement exercises were her brother Jeffrey Atkinson, a rising junior at SNHU where he is concentrating in sports management, and their parents, Sharon and David Atkinson. Citizens Bank presents $47,000 in High School Achievement Awards to 47 NH students MANCHESTER — Citizens School Achievement Award is cipients based on defined crite- Bank has presented $47,000 in given to qualified high school ria which include financial need, High School Achievement seniors who plan to continue academic merit and other non- Awards to 47 graduating seniors their education at a college, uni- academic factors such as com- Pictured are Brittany Bloom, Jake Arsenault and Samuel Willey. Missing from photo is Andrew Schaefer. from high schools across New versity or vocational/technical munity service, school activities Hampshire. Brooke Judd from school. The awards are given to and work experience. Pittsburg High School; Kyle St. one student per high school in “These students deserve to Hilaire from Berlin High School; New Hampshire communities be honored for their achieve- WMRHS student intern and her and Asenath Brooks from Cole- where Citizens Bank has a ments,” said Joseph Carelli, brook Academy are among the branch presence. The New president of Citizens Bank, New young students create quilt for Japan students who were awarded Hampshire Charitable Founda- Hampshire. “We are pleased to $1,000 each. tion administers the scholarship provide financial assistance to Brittany Bloom received na- Brittany completed the Fu- a week. As part of her internship The Citizens Bank High program and selects award re- New Hampshire students aspir- tional Leaders at Work recogni- ture Educators class offered at she is responsible to design a ing to further their education. tion through her involvement in White Mountains Regional High unit of instruction each quarter $1.75 / Pack Particularly with rising costs of Family, Career and Community School during her junior year and implement it with the coor- Annuals education, we hope this award Leaders of America and her Fu- and wanted a chance to explore dination and cooperation of of $1,000 each will help offset ture Educators teaching intern- the career of teaching further so Mrs. St. Martin. Her units of in- some of their college expenses.” ship with North Country Class. she designed an internship with struction have included: under- Mrs. St. Martin and Ms. LaRoche standing the parts of a newspa- The North Country’s Largest Selection that allows her to experience per and working together to Annuals, Perennials, Trees, and Shrubs working with children four days write one; Reading the Mitten 9a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily Waystack Personal Injury LEGAL PROBATE NOTICE and coordinating activities to Frizzell THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE accompany it; creating a portfo- SULLIVAN GREENHOUSES lio for FCCLA Leaders at Work Life Everlasting Farm, Rte. 135, 268 Elm Street Coos County Probate Court 2 1/2 miles from downtown Lancaster • 603-788-2034 Trial Lawyers Law 04/16/2011 Thru 05/09/2011 Teach and Train for spring con- Thank you for supporting family farms APPOINTMENT OF FIDUCIARIES ference; and a unit of instruction that focused on weather pat- Notice is hereby given that the following fidu- terns. (603)237-8322 • (800)479-3884 ciaries have been duly appointed by the Judge LEGAL NOTICE of Probate for Coos County. For her last unit she decided www.waystackfrizzell.com All persons having claims against these dece- to teach her students, Andrew WEEKS STATE PARK ASSOCIATION dents are requested to exhibit them for adjust- Schaefer, Jake Arsenault and Pursuant to the requirements of NH Revised Statutes Annotated 7:19- ment and all indebted to make payment. Samuel Willey about the recent a II (d), notice is hereby given that a pecuniary benefit transaction or Bezanson, Edward Scott, late of disaster in Japan. The first les- transactions which exceed $5,000 has occurred, or may occur, Groveton, NH. Steven B. Goss, son that the students learned between the Weeks State Park Association (WSPA) and Bast and Rood NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSING ESQ, Martin Lord & Osman PA, One was about all the different types Architects, 187 Windrow Lane, Hinesburg, Vermont, in the total Mill Plaza, Laconia, NH 03246. Williams Street in Lancaster, NH #314- 2011-ET-00062 of storms that weather creates amount of $25,000, the nature of said transaction or transactions being including Tsunamis. Next, each more particularly described as follows: WILL BE CLOSED TO ALL THROUGH TRAFFIC Emerson, Daniel E., late of Dalton, student wrote a letter that is go- NH. Robert Fountain, 8 Rooney Rd., ing to be sent along with a quilt Mr.Robert Bast, a principal of Bast and Rood Architects, serves on the MAY 09, 2011 – JULY 15, 2011 Dalton, NH 03598. Susan Williams, that the students will be creat- Board of Directors of the WSPA as an elected member representing while drainage improvements 530 Blakeslee Road, Dalton, NH the Weeks Family of Lancaster and elsewhere. The WSPA is the recip- 03598. #314-2011-ET-00004 ing. Each of the students creat- ient of a Tillotson Grant from the NH Charitable Foundation in the are completed on this street ed and drew on two squares that LaCroix, Marilyn A., late of amount of $ 25,000 for architectural and engineering services for the included their name and a bright THANK-YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE!!! Lancaster, NH. Suzanne M. Weeks Estate Restoration Project. The WSPA will donate the profes- LaCroix, 32 Pine Ave., Keene, NH cheery picture. All of the stu- sional services and deliverables resulting from the Project to support A.B. LOGGING, INC. 03431. #314- 2011-ET-00109 dents did a great job in all of the the State’s capital improvement efforts for the restoration of the Weeks lessons. Brittany cut squares of Estate. Mr.Bast, on its own volition, has done historical research on Lazott, Pauline B., late of Whitefield, NH. Willliam R. Lazott, 16 Mayberry bright fabric to coordinate with the Lodge and on other structures on Mount Prospect and has provid- Lane, Lancaster, NH 03584. #314- their drawings and with the help ed to the WSPA Board and to the State of NH, recommendations as 2011-ET-00106 of her teacher Ms. LaRoche she to work required and the estimated costs for the proposed restoration. Time to clean out your closet! Phelps, Frederick Ernest, late of sewed the quilt together. The The WSPA has selected Bast and Rood Architects to provide some or quilt is being sent through the all architectural and engineering services for the proposed restoration The Lancaster Rotary is looking for items Groveton, NH. Jeanette Phelps, 134 Elm Street, Lancaster, NH 03584. Quilts for Japan Project. This is project. Mr. Bast has not participated in WSPA votes relative to the for their Annual Auction. #314-2011-ET-00075 $25,000 donation or for the use of any other donations for the restora- a group based out of Canada that will be sending hundreds of tion project nor for the selection of Bast and Rood Architects. Mr. Bast If you have gently used items and Stevens, Reginald Blakslee, late of will be similarly restricted from voting on any work that the Board would like to donate them to the Dalton, NH. Victor Lee St. Cyr, 434 quilts to the people of Japan. Be- may require of Bast and Rood or other contractors as may be retained Blakeslee Road, Dalton, NH 03598. cause of the hard work of An- by Bast and Rood. Rotary Auction please call #314-2011-ET-00014 drew, Jake and Sam someone in Japan will receive their gift and Attest: Weeks State Park Association Louise Caouette 603-991-5625 Dated: 05/09/2011 P.O. Box 104 • Lancaster, NH 03584 Terri L. Peterson, well wishes and hopefully dis- or Peter Powell 788-4848 Register of Probate By: Lynn Holland, President cover a new found hope.

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Granite State College launches Masters Degree in Project Management Program CONCORD — Granite State College will begin offering a Master’s of Science Degree in Project Management — the on- ly degree of its kind in New Hampshire — this fall at its Manchester and Portsmouth campuses, and online statewide. The Master’s program is the first graduate degree offered by Granite State College, which has provided undergraduate degree programs to students statewide since 1972. Over 54,000 New Hampshire students have attended Granite State College and the addition of a Master’s program, noted Presi- dent Dr. Todd J. Leach, was a natural evolution for the col- lege. “Granite State College offers hands-on, practical and rele- vant education,” said Dr. Leach. “It was clear that it was time for the college to provide profes- sional graduate degree pro- gramming, not only available to current students and alumni, but to others statewide.” Granite State College’s Mas- ter’s Degree of Science in Pro- ject Management is a unique program in New Hampshire; no other college or university of- fers a distinct degree, purely de- voted to Project Management. “We carefully considered our options and chose to offer the Master’s Degree of Science in Project Management because of the need for those high-level skills across the workforce, in a variety of industries,” said Dr. Leach. “We didn’t want to be duplicative or redundant. Rather, we wanted to be re- sponsive to our state’s work- force and deliver them the skills and credentials they need to strengthen their careers and job prospects. Ultimately, the Master’s degree program is a natural extension of the GSC brand promise: accessible, use- ful, innovative and responsive.” The first cohort of Master’s candidates will come together in the fall, for a September launch of classes. GSC is cur- rently accepting applications for this inaugural class. The program is designed for indi- viduals who want to make a ca- reer change, current project managers who want to further develop in their profession and those in other disciplines who want to expand their job op- portunities. Key skills develop- ment includes: effectively em- ploying strategies for managing projects through the entire project cycle; determining and managing risk for strategic and ethical decision-making; man- aging changing project manage- ment environments including human resources, budget, time- lines and workflow; attaining competency in the components of project management re- quired for certification as a Pro- ject Management Professional (PMP). For more information about the Master’s Program, visit www.granite.edu or call 1-888- 228-3000. Granite State College is one of the four University Sys- tem of New Hampshire institu- tions and serves over 3,500 stu- dents statewide and beyond. GSC proudly delivers practical and relevant education in the classroom and online, offering associate and bachelor de- grees, post-baccalaureate pro- grams for teacher education and a variety of transfer oppor- tunities. GSC is committed to empowering and educating stu- dents throughout New Hamp- shire. A10 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• Coös County businesses invited to free workshop on surviving disaster BERLIN — Knowing that main- space is limited and registration is ment, Berlin Fire Department and for USDA Rural Development stat- cating business owners on how ther your career choices. They are taining operations during unfore- required. Chalmers Insurance Group. ed that, “This is an extraordinary they can be better prepared,” the affordable education option to seen interruptions is key to long- For more information and to Breakfast refreshments and opportunity for USDA Rural Devel- added CDFA Communications Di- advancing one’s skills. Visit them term business survival, the New register, visit: http://coos-disaster- beverages will be provided, cour- opment to partner with federal, rector Kevin Flynn. on the web at Hampshire Division of Economic eorg.eventbrite.com/ tesy of Chalmers Insurance Group. state and local leaders to create The workshop series will run http://www.wmcc.edu. Development (NHDED) and USDA The break-out sessions will fo- The workshop series is just the the platform and Internet based once in each of New Hampshire’s For more information on the Rural Development are working to- cus on: Business Continuity — first step in helping New Hamp- tools necessary for businesses to 10 counties. The workshops will workshop locations and to register gether to promote the importance How businesses, non-profits and shire businesses. Concurrent minimize economic loss and more begin at 8 a.m. and end promptly visit: http://bit.ly/NHDisaster2011. of preparedness and communica- the public sector can use business plans also include developing efficiently recover from natural dis- at noon. In addition to the workshop series, tions even before a disaster such continuity planning to prepare and three online web portals focused asters. The ability of this program In Coös County, the local part- three online tools are under devel- as a flood or ice storm strikes. to respond to emergency situa- on supporting the public safety in- to assist business owners, their ner for this event is White Moun- opment and are focused on the NHDED and the USDA will host tions, presented by Jeannette Mc- frastructure. employees, and families to prepare tains Community College. As a public safety infrastructure. Those “When Disaster Strikes! How Will Donald, Principal, Cogent Solu- “We believe education and for future disasters is critical to Community College providing three internal websites, which will Your Business Survive?” a series of tions LLC; Social Media — Web 2.0 preparation, especially in times of stable, healthy communities quality education in the North operate as part of workshops in all 10 New Hamp- Disaster Management — How to crisis, are essential to running any across the Granite State.” Country since 1966, they are fully nheconomy.com, the State’s eco- shire counties to educate business use social networks to plan for and business,” said NH Division of Eco- “The Community Development accredited by the New England As- nomic development web portal, in- owners and senior level managers respond to emergency situations, nomic Development Interim Di- Finance Authority wants to nur- sociation of Schools and colleges clude a business emergency pre- on business continuity, social me- presented by Allen Voivod, Princi- rector Roy Duddy. “The work- ture an environment in which en- as a comprehensive community paredness site, a financing site and dia efforts and media relations — pal, Epiphanies Inc.; Public and Me- shops are designed to be a hands- trepreneurs have all the tools to college. Their main campus is lo- a manufacturing site. All will work all in an effort for these companies dia Relations — Communicating in on learning situation with best succeed. Challenges to operating cated in Berlin, and they have aca- to ensure that the New Hampshire to be better prepared if a natural a time of crisis, getting to know practices on business continuity, a business can range from eco- demic centers in Conway, Little- business community is well posi- or manmade disaster were to ef- your local media before disaster social media and media and pub- nomic to natural disaster. We are ton, and Woodsville, with all loca- tioned to be prepared when the fect their daily operations. strikes, presented by Monica lic relations. Businesses who par- pleased to support this workshop tions offering credit courses that next disaster or disruption in op- The workshop for Coös County Bardier, Principal, PingPR and ticipate in the workshops will be series with the main goal of edu- you can take advantage of to fur- erations takes place. businesses will be held on Tues- Scott Tranchemontagne, Princi- engaged and given opportunities day, June 14, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at pal, Montagne Communications; to learn how to be prepared before White Mountains Community Col- Panel Discussion — Q&A session a crisis situation happens.” Game of Logging chainsaw workshop lege, 2020 Riverside Drive in Berlin. with experts from NH Homeland On Dec. 11, 2008 New Hamp- There is no charge to attend, but Security and Emergency Manage- shire was hit with a devastating ice storm that left much of the to be held on June 25 and 26 state paralyzed. Entire sections of EAST CHARLESTON, Vt. — maintenance. Participants may Soren Eriksson. The technique al- the state’s electric systems The internationally-acclaimed register for one or both days. No lows loggers to sever a tree’s last crashed, leaving more than Game of Logging chainsaw train- prior experience is necessary — remaining fibers while it is still 400,000 homes and businesses ing is returning to NorthWoods many participants operate a standing. Loggers can watch the without power. Many roads were Stewardship Center in East chainsaw for the first time at the reaction of the canopy and have closed due to fallen trees and Charleston on June 25 and 26. The training. The workshop is valu- time to retreat at least 12 feet branches making efforts to restore training is provided by Northeast able for forest owners, students, from the stump before the tree power that much more difficult. Woodland Training, an organiza- municipal crews, or anyone who falls. This 12-foot radius is where President Bush issued an emer- tion that specializes in teaching owns a chainsaw. Personal chain- 65 percent of logging fatalities oc- gency declaration for New Hamp- chainsaw operation, mainte- saws are not required; a limited cur. shire. Hardest hit communities in- nance, and safety. number of helmets and chaps For more information, visit cluded: Belknap, Carroll, Merri- Level 1 certification will be available for use. www.woodlandtraining.com or mack, Rockingham, Coös, Grafton, completed on June 25, and Level Game of Logging is well-known contact NorthWoods Steward- Hillsborough and Merrimack. The 2 on June 26, through full-day, for their “plunge-cut” technique, ship Center at (802) 723-6551 workshop series and development hands-on training covering basic a concept that was brought to the x115 to register. Registration is of the web portals were made pos- felling techniques and equipment United States by Swedish logger required by June 20. sible through a grant provided by the USDA and are designed to help small to medium sized businesses BEDCO and NH SBDC offer no The Lancaster Rotary Club recently announced the arrival of the located in counties designated by 2012 Race Red Mustang Convertible to be raffled off this July 22, the Presidential Disaster in the fed- 2011 at the Mt. View Grand Resort.This year's car features black eral fiscal year 2008. With addi- cost help for small businesses leather interior, black roof, 6 speed manual transmission and gets tional support from the Commu- BERLIN — Business Enter- pointment only, on Thursday, the three northern counties of 29 MPG. Only 500 tickets will be sold at $100 each, which nity Development Finance Au- prise Development Corporation June 9 and Thursday, June 23, New Hampshire: Carroll, Coös, thority (CDFA), funding was se- includes admission to the drawing event at the resort. To purchase (BEDCO) and the NH Small Busi- 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to meet with and Grafton. Financing is avail- cured to include Cheshire and Sul- a ticket see any member of Rotary or email lancaster.rotary.mus- ness Development Center (NH SB- local entrepreneurs at the Busi- able through various BEDCO pro- livan Counties, the two counties DC) are offering management ness Enterprise Development grams independently or in con- [email protected] or call 788-4928. Proceeds from the raffle that were not affected by the ice benefit local and international charities. Look for the car at many counseling to existing and start- Corporation (BEDCO), 177 Main junction with the banks and re- storm. Businesses in all 10 New up small businesses. Stewart Street in Berlin. Call BEDCO at gional development corporations local summer events. Seen here are Troy Merner, Rotary Member; Hampshire counties will receive Gates, Business Counselor for the 752-3319 to schedule an appoint- in the three northern counties. Keith Kopp of North Country Ford the event's Major Sponsor; Dave the opportunity to attend a semi- North Country NH SBDC, pro- ment or for additional informa- The NH SBDC is an outreach Fuller, Incoming President; Larry Vars, President; and Hank nar happening in the county in vides advice in business plan- tion on this program or business program of the UNH Whittemore Dreyer, Past President. which their business is located. ning, financial management, mar- financing programs. School of Business and Econom- Molly Lambert, State Director keting, risk management, opera- The Business Enterprise De- ics and a cooperative venture of tions, and business loan packag- velopment Corporation (BEDCO) the Small Business Administra- ing. He has helped businesses is a private not-for-profit Com- tion, the State of New Hampshire, start, expand, and succeed for munity Development Financial In- the University System of New the past 20 years. stitution (CDFI) that offers loans Hampshire, and the private sec- Gates will be available, by ap- and assistance to businesses in tor.

com JUNE 1, 2011 POLICE & COURTS A11 ••• NH State Police Log Celebrating Memorial Day Troop F. Twin Mtn.

Compiled by Melissa Grima On May 20, Phil Salonia, 42 of A burglary was reported in Police received a report on Errol, was traveling on Route 26, Stark on May 22. May 16, that someone had at- when he swerved to avoid an ani- Dakota Walsh, 18 of Dalton, was tempted to steal an ATM in Stew- mal and struck a utility pole. No in- arrested on May 22, in that town, artstown. juries were reported and his vehi- and charged with criminal mis- A farm tool was reported cle was towed. The pole did have chief. He is schedule to be ar- stolen in Jefferson on May 16. to be replaced as a result of the raigned in Lancaster District A window in a vehicle was re- collision. Court on June 15. ported broken in Columbia on Police served an arrest war- On May 22, Cynthia Johnson, May 16. rant at the state prison in Berlin, 58 of Scottsmoor, Fla., was arrest- On May 18, a burglary was re- for Michael Stagliano, 40, on May ed in Lancaster, and charged with ported in Shelburne. 20. driving while intoxicated. She is A burglary was reported in Jef- State Police responded to a scheduled to be arraigned in Lan- ferson on May 18. land dispute in Milan on May 22. caster District Court on July 13. Four hikers rescued after being caught by darkness on Mt. Washington LANCASTER — On the evening tenant Douglas Gralenski and had Greenough hike with him of Sunday, May 22, Conservation Conservation Officer Matt back up the Jewell trail to locate Officers from the New Hampshire Holmes of the New Hampshire the other stranded members of

Fish and Game Department as- Fish and Game Department were the party. After hiking for approx- COURTESY PHOTO sisted four hikers in safely making subsequently notified of the inci- imately 20 minutes, Holmes and Groveton fifth grader, Tyler Hicks, presents a copy of the Groveton History Quest that the fifth graders their way out of the woods after dent, with CO Holmes responding Greenough located the two other made to Groveton selectman, Barry Colebank. The presentation was made at the annual Memorial Day being caught by darkness on the to the Jewell Trail. stranded hikers (no lights) at the celebration put on by the elementary school students. Jewell Trail in Thompson and At 10:50 p.m., Holmes located second bridge along the Jewell Meserve's Purchase. Greenough and a hiking compan- Trail. With the assistance of lights, Justin Greenough, age 33, of ion approximately 200 yards from the hikers were able to follow Dover, called 911 via cell phone at the trailhead. Holmes also Holmes back to their vehicle, ar- Monument renewed! approximately 9:15 p.m. after learned that Greenough had two riving there safely around mid- darkness forced him and a hiking more hiking companions who night. companion to completely stop were in the same predicament, For further information on be- due to their inability to see the and that Greenough believed that ing safe while hiking or pursuing trail. Although the hikers had they were waiting at the next outdoor recreation, including the food, water and extra clothing, bridge up the trail. As a result of list of ten essential items to have they did not have lights, forcing this information, Holmes hiked in your backpack, and to learn the them to wait for help to arrive. Greenough and the other hiker hiker responsibility code, please Conservation Officer Lieu- back to the trailhead, and then visit http://www.hikesafe.com.

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COURTESY PHOTO Groveton fifth graders, Christina Asher and Adam Brooks, unveil the newly cleaned veteran’s monument for Memorial Day. The students raised money to have the monuments cleaned.

PHOTO BY MELISSA GRIMA Canine Officer, Hank, posed for the camera in Berlin recently, to the amusement of his handler NHSP Trooper Aaron Comeau of Troop G. Comeau noted that the 16 month old Hank has both law enforcement and entertainment in his lineage as his father was a service dog in the New York State 15,000 COPIES Police and his mother was a show dog. PUBLISHED Distributed in The Littleton Courier, Berlin Reporter & Coös County Democrat on June 29, 2011

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Eng’g 1 students make a scooter NHPR presence in the North Country

WMRHS Career and Technical Education students in Allen Pike Engineering 1 Class — Doug Gorman, left, Josh Gooden, Reed Doolan, and Tyler Beattie, plus Josbert Villanueva-Mercado (missing) designed and build a Segway-type electric scooter. “This project is a great example of design, problem solving and critical thinking,” said WMRHS engineering teacher Allan Pike. “Students use all of their skill sets from design- ing, fabrication, welding, 3D prototyping, and wiring. There were many technical issues along the way, and the students were able to find solu- tions to overcome those problems, as well as coming up with many creative ideas during the build. It was a great project, and the finished pro- totype was a success!” Engineering 2 student Ryan Cannon is seen the photo’s background. N.H. unemployment drops below five percent — law expanding jobs initiative signed CONCORD — New Hamp- signed to help companies and 62, only those workers collect- ment Security requested that shire’s unemployment rate has workers avoid layoffs, help un- ing benefits could participate. this legislation be introduced dropped to its lowest point in employed workers return to This new law expands the pro- because we recognized the need 2.5 years, according to an an- work and provide training to gram to allow those who have to expand New Hampshire Work- nouncement made by Gov. John help workers get new jobs. exhausted their benefits to par- ing in an effort to assist all of our Lynch. The state’s unemploy- The Governor signed Senate ticipate as well. people in getting back to work. ment rate for April was 4.9 per- Bill 62, which expands the pro- To date, 73 percent of those We look forward to implement- cent, the first time the rate has gram to workers who have ex- who have participated in this ing this change and making this been below five percent since hausted their unemployment part of the program have been highly successful program avail- December 2008. benefits. By participating in New hired full time. able to all jobseekers,” said De- The April rate of 4.9 percent Hampshire Working, these work- “The time is right to expand partment of Employment Secu- PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER is down from 5.2 percent in ers will get a chance to partici- this program as more and more rity Commissioner Tara Rear- March. New Hampshire contin- pate in up to six weeks of train- companies are looking to hire,” don. John Forcucci of Westford, Mass., who joined New Hampshire ues to have one of the lowest ing at a potential new employer, Gov. Lynch said. “By expanding Senate Bill 62 was sponsored Public Radio (NHPR) 10 months ago in August 2010 as Vice unemployment rates in the na- giving them a foot in the door New Hampshire Working, we can by Sen. Nancy Stiles and Reps. President of News and Digital Media and directs the overall dig- tion. New Hampshire’s unem- and a chance to show an em- help open the doors to employ- Will Infantine, Christopher ital media strategy, including the development of digital distri- ployment rate in April is 45 per- ployer they have the skills and ment for more New Hampshire Nevins, Kevin Sullivan and Don- bution and social media, attended the Coös County Symposium cent below the national average talents that are being sought. workers.” na Schlachman. for three days last week at the Mountain View Grand in of 9 percent. Prior to passage of Senate Bill “New Hampshire Employ- Whitefield. On Aug. 26, during the annual Moose Festival in “This is tremendous news for Colebrook, a celebration is planned to inaugurate the new 90.3 our workers, our businesses FM WEVF Colebrook tower, according to Forcucci. The V.P. of and our state. The unemploy- News and Digital Media came to NHPR’s Concord station after ment rate continues to drop Learn how to do business with steadily here in New Hampshire, 22 years at “The Boston Globe,” where he filled various editori- as we continue to lead the na- the federal government al and managerial roles, the most recent of which had been tion in economic recovery,” information technology director of business solutions-news, Gov. Lynch said. “The reason BERLIN — Selling services or businesses—and 76 businesses a designated HUBZone (Histori- responsible for developing strategies related to online news New Hampshire is outperform- products to the federal govern- in Coos County are working with cally Underutilized Business content for “The Boston Globe” and the “Worcester Telegram & ing virtually every other state is ment can be highly profitable NH-PTAP to get already involved Zone), businesses that are HUB- Gazette.” Before that, he had worked as a reporter and editor for because was have a successful for small businesses, but often in government contracting. Zone certified are eligible for print news organizations in both Massachusetts and economic strategy in place. New business owners don’t know With FCI Berlin ready to open, set-asides and contracts. We Connecticut. Hampshire is one of the most where to start. That’s why the pending federal funding, now is want to help North Country business-friendly states in the New Hampshire Procurement the time for North Country busi- businesses exploit that compet- nation, with the lowest state tax- Technical Assistance Program nesses to start the process so itive advantage.” es, and we must continue to fol- (NH-PTAP) is holding a free in- that they’re ready when FCI Pease explains that those at NORTH COUNTRY low the principles of our strate- formation and enrollment meet- Berlin releases their con- the June 3rd event will learn TUDENTS gy if we are to continue moving ing for North Country business- tracts—or they risk being left what they need to do to be ready S New Hampshire forward. es on Friday, June 3rd from 9am behind, as once an agency has to sell to the federal government “There are still a number of to 11:30am at the White Moun- selected a supplier, they’re like- and what resources NH-PTAP men and women who are out of tains Community College, 2020 ly to stay with them.” makes available. “Selling to the work, who want a job and we Riverside Drive in Berlin. It’s anticipated that FCI federal government isn’t like do- must continue to work to help During presentations by rep- Berlin will award $12 million to ing business in the private sec- get more of our people back to resentatives of the NH-PTAP and $14 million per year in con- tor. It’s not as flexible and it work,” Gov. Lynch said. by Pamala Tharp, Contracting tracts, with a big chunk being can’t be done on the fly. Since To continue the state’s ef- Officer for the Federal Correc- spent locally. Dave Pease, NH- we now have dedicated office forts in getting more New Hamp- tional Institution (FCI) Berlin, PTAP Program Manager, points space at White Mountain Com- shire people back to work, Gov. participants will learn how to out that there are many more munity College, we intend to Lynch has signed into law an ex- cut through the red tape and get opportunities for federal con- have a staff person spend one pansion of his innovative jobs started applying for federal con- tracts for North Country busi- week a month there to assist initiative that will help more un- tracts. nesses. “FCI Berlin is far from businesses, and we’ll continue employed workers re-enter the According to Roy Duddy, In- the only federal contracting op- to offer training events like this workforce. terim Director of the NH Divi- portunity for lots of North Coun- one, as well as more advanced Last year, Gov. Lynch creat- sion of Economic Development, try companies. Coos County topics.” ed New Hampshire Working, a “Federal government contracts businesses have a competitive Admission is to the June 3rd three-part jobs program de- worth $1.8 billion are awarded advantage when it comes to fed- event is free. To register, con- each year to New Hampshire eral contracts. Since the area is tact Tamara Allen at 603-752- 1113, ext. 3062 or taallen@cc- snh.edu. NH-PTAP is part of the NH Business Resource Center. It serves as a Procurement Tech- nical Assistance Center (PTAC) and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement from the Department of Defense (DOD) through a program that is ad- ministered by the Defense Lo- gistics Agency (DLA). For more North Country Student — Swift information on NH-PTAP, call Roderick Swift, son of Rod ing in Medical Biology and Pre- 603- 271-7581 or visit Swift and Lori Bailey, has been Physician Assistant. 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For more information or to sign up call 603-466-2727 and mention code TW3411 JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A13 ••• Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation uses technology to stay connected By Kayti Burt “It’s hard when there is a death country and world. Fuerstman and interaction with Jewish com- [email protected] because I can’t be with them,” stays in contact with the mem- munities across the globe. BETHLEHEM — The Bethle- said Fuerstman of her congrega- bers of the congregation by mak- Some of the more intensive re- hem Hebrew Congregation (BHC) tion, “but many of them are scat- ing a lot of phone calls and send- lationships to maintain are the may be pushing 91-years-old, but tered all over the USA, so even if ing emails everyday. She helps to ones Fuerstman has with her stu- that doesn’t stop it from keeping I were in Bethlehem, I wouldn’t be plan events, writes for the dents, whom Fuerstman interacts up with the times. BHC Cantor with them.” newsletter, and usually makes the with via programs like Skype, Marlena Fuerstman lives most of BHC is unique in that a large trek for a weekend retreat with dimdim, and email. Fuerstman the year in Jerusalem, Israel, but percentage of its members only the congregation once during the has two students from the North she manages to stay connected spend their summer in the Beth- winter. BHC’s website also in- Country, as well as an Annapolis- to her congregation year-round lehem region, which means for cludes a “Where in the world is based student who has a summer by taking advantage of some tech- most of the year, much of the con- she now” section in which Fuer- home in Bethlehem, and a stu- nological tools. gregation is scattered around the stman writes about her travels dent in Bern, Switzerland. She al- Horse of a different color

PHOTO BY KAYTI BURT, THE LITTLETON COURIER Shira Linowes, 12, of Lyman, is one of the year-round local member of the Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation (BHC). Part of her bat mitzvah studies include weekly Skype lessons with BHC Cantor Marlena Fuerstman, who lives most of the year in Jerusalem, Israel.

so oversees via the Internet the would start talking.” classes for the younger children. Shira said the experience has Taught by three of the teenagers gotten much better since she be- in the congregation, Fuerstman gan last August, partially because supplies the teenaged teachers she has gotten used to the tech- with lesson plans and project ac- nology, and partially because her tivities for their students, and house in Lyman has gotten broad- they go from there. band Internet. Fuerstman has been using Despite the occasional set- Skype, software that allows users backs, Fuerstman praises the to make voice and video calls and benefits to being able to commu- chats over the Internet, for three nicate with her students while years now to conduct one-on-one she is away. Fuerstman said the lessons with her students. Before technology is appealing to kids, that, Fuerstman was trying to do and that the one-on-one environ- much of the individualized in- ment keeps students focused and struction on the phone. Skype, as cuts back on discipline problems. well as dimdim, an online virtual Though scheduling may be diffi- classroom tool, can also be used cult in terms of time zone differ- for group instruction. Skype was ences, the individualized nature used for a group class taught by of the classes means students are High Holy Day Rabbi Hillel Mill- rarely missing class because they gram. Fuerstman set the system are only incorporating two peo- PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER up for Millgram, who also lives in ples’ schedules. WMRHS animal science student Piper Gunderson shows Lancaster Elementary School second-grader Kacie McCarten a horse that has been Jerusalem. The three sessions in- “Also, they can come to ‘class’ painted so that students can appreciate its bone structure on Friday, May 27, WMRHS’ annual “Meet the Animals Day.” corporated five students, as well via Internet in their PJs,” joked as Millgram and Fuerstman. Fuerstman. Fuerstman said the technolo- Fuerstman’s base in gy can be trying at times. Some- Jerusalem gives her students a times, it doesn’t work or there is solid connection to the country. a lag time that makes communi- “I try to give them regular les- Meet the animals cation difficult. The time differ- sons on something that’s going ence can present a problem, as on in Israel,” she said. “Because well. Jerusalem is seven hours I’m actually here, it comes alive ahead of Bethlehem, so schedul- for them.” ing can be a struggle. Last year, “It’s very important for the Fuerstman was in Berkeley, Calif. Jews to keep that connection,” for a few months while she was said Shira’s mother, Lisa, who is teaching students on the east not Jewish herself, but often par- coast, as well as in Jerusalem, and had one faculty meeting at 4 am, Technology, PAGE A14 she said. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK “All the technology is improv- SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT ing daily,” said Fuerstman. “We OU S could get great service, but we VING Y INCE 19 don’t have the money to buy a SER 80 system and, therefore, we use BREAKFAST & LUNCH what is free or what costs very lit- OPEN AT 6:30 EVERYDAY! tle.” The Linowes, of Lyman, are one of the congregation’s families that reside locally year-round. Twelve-year-old Shira is working towards her bat mitzvah, the Jew- ish coming-of-age ceremony. She Skypes with Fuerstman every Sunday morning for 45 minutes to an hour. JAMES & JEAN MCKENNA, OWNERS “It was a little weird at first be- 30 MAIN ST., LITTLETON, NH NEXT TO JAX JR. CINEMA cause of the delay,” said Shira. “I TAKE OUT AVAILABLE would say something, and she 444-5722

PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER Lancaster School second-grade student Austin Staley patted “Milky Way,” a bovine steer, behind the barn on WMRHS’ annual “Meet the Animals Day, at on Friday, May 27.

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Academy Award 2010 — For ticket availability visit our website: DISNEY’S CARS 2 Best Foreign Language Film. www.BethlehemColonial.org THE HANGOVER 2 Dining& Entertainment A14 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• Technology their Torah reading themselves. BHC is much more active dur- tion,” said Lisa, pointing out how season” events, said Lisa, but it is younger members of the congre- (continued from Page A13) Fuerstman will be returning to ing the summer months, when the congregation has turned an a positive one. gation. Shira notes that, recently, ticipates in congregation events. the area in June, and Shira’s les- many of the members flock to inconvenience into a strength. “In “There was that added re- while she was having one of her Shira notes how important the sons will become much more in- Bethlehem. Lisa notes that, both a temple this small, which is so sponsibility because the whole Skype lessons with Fuerstman, sessions are in learning the Torah tensive. Her bat mitzvah, in Sep- the distance between the mem- largely made up of people around event took on more meaning Stephen was instructing some of verses she will have to recite at tember, is when she will make her bers and the cost of keeping the the world, you have to go to when more people were there,” the younger children at the syna- her bat mitzvah. entrance into the adult world. synagogue heated during the win- greater efforts to stay involved.” Lisa said. “It shows a level of com- gogue, demonstrating that even “It’s good because I can hear “It’s a big event for a kid,” said ter, makes BHC a unique congre- That can place greater pres- mitment beyond that religious when the congregation is sepa- how to sing things,” said Shira. Shira, who seems older than her gation. sure on the congregation mem- commitment.” rated by state, national, and even “There are tons of notes to sing.” 12 years. “This is my sweet six- “They’ve taken advantage of bers who reside in the region Lisa’s 16-year-old son, continental borders, it is still very Shira’s older siblings – ages 20, teen – when I’m 12.” having a building-less congrega- year-round to come to the “off- Stephen, helps to teach the much alive. 19, and 16 – had to learn much of Real Estate

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Remax Northern Edge Realty www.teamner.com JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT A15 ••• White Mountain School celebrates 125th commencement By KAYTI BURT 125th commencement last Satur- “At its core, education is not blessed,” said Head of School Tim Mikaela Houghton, of White- the faculty, demonstrated excel- [email protected] day where 29 graduates began about buildings or particular class- Breen during the ceremony’s wel- field, was one of three day students lence in both attitude and per- BETHLEHEM— The White their embarkment into the post- es or sports, it’s about people and coming address that saw families, who graduated Saturday. She at- formance in scholarly and athletic Mountain School celebrated its high school world. relationships, and we are truly faculty, alumni, underclassmen, tended WMS for one short year, endeavors.” and supportive members of the but in that time she made her In her time at the WMS, Fura community gathered at the school mark. Houghton earned both the tried her hand at freestyle skiing, for the event. Some families trav- Community Service Award and the created and executed her own field eled from as far away as Ukraine Lt. Michael S. Pierce Award for course, undertook a writing-inten- and China to see their daughter, showing the most growth in one sive independent study, and brother, or grandchild graduate. year. Prior to the ceremony, she played as the goalie on the The commencement speaker spoke about how the school has lacrosse team. was WMS alum Dr. Catherine left its mark on her. “As educators, we work hard to Houghton, of the class of 1960. “It’s been crazy, but it’s been make ourselves unnecessary,” When she was at the school it was fun,” said Houghton, who has tried said staff member Julie Yates in still called St. Mary’s of the Moun- whitewater rafting, rock-climbing, her presentation of the Faculty tains, and it was still all-girls. Much mountain biking, and spent a week Award to Fura. “Our teaching, has changed since then, both at in Montreal in the past academic coaching, and advising focuses on the school, and in the world. year. building independence. [Victoria] “The world out there that you Despite all of the adventures has helped us reach that goal.” are entering would have been one she’s been on, Houghton chooses Fura, all smiles following the that was inconceivable to people a the community aspect as her fa- ceremony, referenced something KAYTI BURT/THE LITTLETON COURIER few short years ago,” said vorite part of the school. she said in an article on local day The 29 graduates of the White Mountain School, in Bethlehem, prior to Saturday’s commencement ceremony. Houghton – applying that state- “You can’t get it anywhere else. students published in The Courier ment to the shifting of the world’s Everyone’s been so welcoming,” earlier this year. economic power from Europe and she said. Houghton, who obvious- “Still, best decision I ever North America, and the way peo- ly values community service as made,” she said. ple are receiving their information. demonstrated by her volunteer Fura will be attending Marlboro “We are at the dawn of an in- work at a local library, preschool College in Vermont next year comprehensible onslaught of program, and with WMS’ Empty where she plans to study English. news and information – some of it Bowls fundraiser this past year. Though the theme of any grad- useful, most of it useless,” said Next year, Houghton will con- uation ceremony is the graduates’ Houghton. tinue to give back, working for a entrance into the next phase of Within your lifetime, Houghton year in the Americorps program, their lives, Breen also reminded told the students, the world will tutoring youth in New York City. the students of their place at the have billboards that are individu- The following year, she will study school, referencing an Irish tradi- alized to you, we will know if there International Studies at Long Is- tion of people leaving candles in is extra-terrestrial life, and cell land University. their windows for those who are phones will tell you when you are Victoria Fura, of Littleton, is an- away from home. in love. other local who graduated on Sat- “While you leave us today, “You will be part of that…Your urday. In addition to her diploma, please know that there will always skills as moderators and leaders Fura earned the Ethel W. Devin be a candle burning for you at the will be needed out there,” she said. Prize for excellence in English, as White Mountain School, and we Houghton encouraged the stu- well as the Faculty Award as “the hope you will return home often,” dents to use their educations to student who has, in the opinion of said Breen. help people less fortunate, and to act as problem-solvers, whether as engineers or artists. “It is education that makes the difference…You can pay that valu- able White Mountain School edu- cation forward by teaching oth- ers,” said Houghton. “So, go save KAYTI BURT/THE LITTLETON COURIER the world, and since this is Amer- The White Mountain School graduates listen intently to Headmaster Tim Breen’s welcoming address. ica, have fun doing it.”

KAYTI BURT/THE LITTLETON COURIER KAYTI BURT/THE LITTLETON COURIER Mikaela Houghton, of Whitefield, Catherine Houghton, graduate of was one of three day students grad- the class of 1960, gives the stu- uates at the White Mountain School’s graduation. Houghton has dents advice on embarking into an been attended the private school in ever-changing world. Bethlehem for her senior year. The FRANK R. MAI, DIAMANTE BROKER RESIDENTIAL LAND COMMERCIAL GROUP LAND DEVELOPMENT REAL ESTATE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Copyright (c) 2011 Serving the North Country Since 1982 LOT W/ LAKE ACCESS

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Whitefield – Beautiful 3 +/- acres w/ circular drive & Cape style home. Offering 3 brs, 3 baths, laundry rm, beautiful kitchen w/ maple cabinets & floors, adj. dining w/ atrium door to deck. Fabulous (1244 sf) finished & heated basement. Attached, oversized 2 car insulated & interior finished garage. Storage bldg 16’ x 24’ w/ auto open door. Priced $55,000 below building cost…...... …$295,000 THE DIAMANTE GROUP • 959 JEFFERSON ROAD, WHITEFIELD, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03598 Tele/Fax: (603) 837-3331 • e-mail: [email protected] SEE MORE LISTINGS - WWW.DIAMANTEGROUP.COM A16 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• 58 students sing in WMRSD choral concert By Edith Tucker the 2011 Spring concert under dents are listed as participants Kalman Csigi XIV, Emma Joy schrodt, Indyka Miller, Eric Mil- Eleven Lancaster School stu- [email protected] the direction of choral teacher in the program: Jack Alexander, Dean, Katy Dion, Chelsea ligan, Lisa Moll, Dan Noyes, dents sang three selections: Lily Kate Richardson on Thursday, Spencer Allard, Kayla Bacon, Fitzgerald, Hannah Forcier, Shawna Potter, Cassandra Sny- Brundle, Christina Coulter, WHITEFIELD — Fifty-eight May 19, in the WMRHS auditori- Olivia Baker, Joseph Barron, Camille Frenette, Bethany der, Sarah St. Martin, and Paige Tesha Coy, Sam Donovan, Julia White Mountains Regional um. Kelsey Bennion, Emily Brisson, Gadoury, Akaylah Glidden, Ja- Sweeney. Kamins, Trisha Foster, Danika School District students sang in Twenty-seven WMRHS stu- Jacinda Cinelli, Aaron Cox, cob Hanlan, Jackie Klein- Six seniors will soon gradu- Kay, Krista Potter, Jayce San- ate, and Direc- born, Christina Tillery, and tor Richardson Katherine Wert. said that she Twenty Whitefield School would greatly students sang three songs: miss these tal- Ivory Blanchette, Sara Brodeur, ented students: Jared Cape, Julianna Dami, Tris- Dan Noyes, Joe ten Enderson, Taylor Hanlan, Barron, Eric Mil- Bailey Hatch, Jeremiah ligan, Paige Heyliger, Rebecca Higginboth- Sweeney, am, Gabbi Leonard, Camille Chelsea Fitzger- Marrow, Emily Mendoza, Sam ald, and the Provencher, Zeke Ratlidff, Tere- very highly or- sa Scalley, Olivia Stalaboin, ganized and Amanda Stiles, Conner Sweeny, helpful Olivia Holly Sullivan, and Rebecca Baker. Young.

PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER LEFT: The WMRHS Chorus sang highlights from “Grease” in the 2011 concert on May 19. 1. 2.

PHOTOS BY EDITH TUCKER 1. Seven guys in the WMRHS Chorus — Jake Hanlan, left, 4. Camille Frinette, Eric Milligan, Joe Barron, Kalman Csigi 3. XIV, Aaron Cox, and Dan Noyes — lustily sang a selection from “Grease” at the May 19 White Mountains Regional School District Chorus Concert.

2. WMRHS Chorus members Hannah Forcier, left, Chelsea Fitzgerald, and Spencer Allard stepped up to the micro- phones to sing solos in an amusing rendition of “Cowboy Take Me Away,” as recorded by the Dixie Chicks, at the May 19 WMRSD choral concert.

3. WMRHS choristers Paige Sweeney, playing the part of a barber, and client Jake Hanlan hammed it up during a lively rendition of a new Broadway medley of “Grease,” arranged by Mark Brymer.

4. Whitefield School students Rebecca Young, soloist, left, and Rebecca Higginbotham shared sheet music in the May 19 White Mountains Regional Chorus Concert held in the WMRHS auditorium.

4. Lancaster School students sang “Happy Birthday” to an LES parent at the May 19 concert, under the direction of director Kate Richardson: Sam Donovan, left, front, Lily Brundle, Julia Kamins, Christina Coulter, Christina Tillery, Danika Kay, and Trisha Foster; Krista Potter, left, back, Jayce Sanborn, Katherine Wert, and Tesha Coy.

5. The Whitefield School chorus sang “Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again:” Bailey Hatch, soloist, far left, Taylor Hanlan, front row, left, Amanda Stiles, hidden, Jeremiah Heyliger, Zeke Ratliff, Ivory Blanchette, Emily Mendoza, Rebecca Young, and Rebecca Higginbotham; Camille Marrow, back row, left, Olivia Stalaboin, Gabbie Leonard, Sam Provencher, Sara Brodeur, and Jared Cape.

5. 6. SPORTS Wednesday, June 1, 2011 BPAGE B1 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT Fan appreciation!

PHOTO BY BRIAN EMERSON Groveton teacher and life-long Eagles sports supporter, Karen Blodgett, is flanked by all of the senior baseball and softball players during the Senior Appreciation ceremony. Ms. Blodgett is retiring at the end of the school year after a 25-year teaching career. With her, from left are, Cosy Brasse, McCullen Hicks, John Armstrong, Jacob Conroy, Ethan Emerson, Kirsten Kingsley, Jessica Pelletier, Chantel Kennedy, Brittany Doolan, Jessica McKenzie, and Kelley Collins. Lady Eagles take down Huskies By Jonathan Benton stranded after the right field single. In the third McKenzie gave an- wild pitch and to third from a sac- [email protected] Then Groveton had their say in other 1-2-3 performance to bring up rifice, but McKenzie struck out the GROVETON — The Lady Eagles the bottom of the first starting with the bottom of the third. On one out next two batters to squelch to re- hosted the Lady Huskies on senior Katie Andritz who was able to beat McKenzie walked on base and was vival. day and had themselves a close feet for a run. Andritz walked on sent to second on a Caroline Hall Groveton’s last good scoring op- game, but came out on top 2-0 from base, stole second and third before single to left center. Kelley Collins portunity was in the fifth with run- an offensive surge in the first two sliding home on a pass ball. With then loaded the bases with a single ners on second and third. McKen- innings. one out McKenzie hit a hard dou- that blooped between second and zie had reached on an error and Veteran pitcher Jessica McKen- ble to right center, but was left on center field. Gorham rose up for a was lifted by courtesy runner Grace zie was on the mound for Groveton base. double play, however, to end the in- King who stole second and went to doing what she does best with 14 In the second innning McKenzie ning making the catch at center third on a wild pitch. Kingsley had strikeouts and one walk. She threw laid out three K’s in a row to put the field and throwing to first. walked on while reaching second struck out nine of the first 11 bat- purple hosts back at the plate. In the fourth inning on two outs on a steal. ters. Megan Lapointe tossed for Kirsten Kingsley led off with a high Pelletier had a base hit to left cen- Gorham’s second and last hit of Gorham with five strikeouts and flying double to left field on a full ter and was pushed to third by an the game came from Ella Montminy three walks. count. Kingsley eventually came Andritz double, but both were left in the sixth that was a double to Gorham only managed two hits home on a sacrifice bunt from Brit- stranded. Gorham’s only runner to center field on two outs, but was for the game with their first in the tany Doolan. Jessica Pelletier hit a make base in three innings was La- left on base after Andritz scooped top of the first inning from the bat single to center right before the pointe in the fourth from a base on a grounder at short stop to make an of Mallory Coulombe who was left third out. balls who made it to second on a out at first.

RAIDERS

PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON Mikala Bastian brought the thunder against Belmont on May 23. Regional girls blank Belmont By Jonathan Benton out. [email protected] It wasn’t until the third inning WHITEFIELD — The Lady Spar- that the Spartan bats were seen tans went out of town last Monday alive an well leading off with Olivia to take on the Belmont Red Raiders Conway. Conway let loose a double for their last regular season game to get things moving. Then on one and blanked them 5-0. out Nadia Wasuta had her day in After an up and down series of the sun with a hard hit RBI single ball games the girls finished the to plate Conway, stole second and regular season with a a respectable went to third on a pass ball. Emily 7-9 record and ranked 13th overall. Wood waited out a walk to put run- Due to the early submission dead- ners at first and third. Payer then line on Thursday because of the rocked out a single to left field to Memorial Day holiday the results send home Wasuta. Bastian drew from Friday’s play-in game will be in a walk to load the bases and was in next week’s edition. lifted by courtesy runner Beth Mikala Bastian was once again Gadoury. Bry Bennett managed to queen of the mound, throwing sev- reach first on an error at second en strikeouts with all but one bat- which sent home Wood the last run ter going down swinging, and of the inning. walked six. The loser for Belmont Belmont was shutdown for the was Kim Allen who threw two K’s rest of the game without one run- of which one batter went down ner getting past second base for swinging and walked three. the duration. Bennett had a scor- The top of the first had poten- ing opportunity in the fifth inning tial with Nadia Wasuta reaching on when she singled on with too outs, an error to lead off, but three field- stole second and made it to third ing outs later ended the opportu- on a pass ball, but was left strand- nity. Chelsea Payer was left strand- ed. ed at first on a fielder’s choice. In The last run of the game came the bottom of the first Belmont had from Kalie Savage who reached on On Saturday, May 14, Army JROTC cadets from the White Mountains Regional High School competed in the Northern New England Raider Team two on base with two outs, but Bas- an error and was sent home from Championship that was held at Socopee High School in Hiram, Me. The Spartan Battalion cadets competed against other JROTC teams locat- tian closed the inning with a 3-2 a bat cracking double from Wasu- ed throughout New England. The WMRHS Raider Team placed second overall and took home a first place trophy in Rope Bridge, second place count strikeout. The Spartans were ta. Wasuta was three for four from in the 5K road march, and third in the Army Physical Fitness Test as well as the written knowledge event. Pictured from left to right, standing, fielded out in the second again and the plate and Payer was two for are Garrett McMann, Coleton Hogan, Kyle Stanford, Garrett Stevens, Jamielynn Morris, William Bash, James Wilkins, and Brieanna-lyn McKeage Bastian closed another two on four including a double in the sev- and kneeling are Paul Gesel, Cody Brownell, Christopher Cass, and Joseph Dami. base inning with 3-2 count strike- enth inning. Sports ~ Jonathan Benton - Phone: Office 788-4939 • Fax: 788-3022; email: [email protected] B2 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• Colonel Town summer programs The summer programs A minimum of 10 participants ous baseball and softball tour- 11:00. During this fun craft, chil- Swim Team, known as “The from 7am-6pm. Fun activities schedule is finalized and the needed in each group. naments hosted at Colonel dren will make sunflowers and Sharks,” for ages 8-18 will prac- will be planned each week to Colonel Town web site at Challenger British Soccer Town. Adult Playoffs will be attach them to a paper plate. tice Tuesdays and Thursdays provide children with opportu- www.coloneltown.com has been Camp is, once again, coming to held August 13-15. Signups are These wreaths are sure to from 5:30-6:30 beginning July 5. nities to learn and enjoy them- updated. The following camps Colonel Town for grades 1-12. by team only. brighten up your home! Would you like to improve your selves. We will be scheduling will be offered this summer. This camp will be held August 1- Tennis for grades 5-8 will be Arts & Crafts: Treasure Box- swimming skills and have lots of weekly visits to the library in Cheer Camp for grades 4-8 will 5 from 5:00-8:00. Each camper held Thursday mornings from es for ages 5-12 will be held Fri- fun? Become a Shark by joining addition to a variety of other lo- be held August 8-11 from 10:30- will receive a free ball and shirt. 9:30-11:00, beginning June 30. day, August 5, from 10-11:00. the Swim Team. Coaches will fo- cal trips. Each week our crafts 12:30. This camp is a good in- Register online at www.chal- Interested in learning to play Kids love having special places cus on the various styles and and activities will be geared to- troduction for the beginner and lengersports.com by June 17 to tennis? Want to improve your to put their stuff. Children will strokes of swimming. Swimmers ward the weekly theme. Chil- a great way to keep in shape for receive a free game jersey. Don’t skills? Join us each Thursday as have a wonderful time creating get to compete against other lo- dren will go to the pool every af- the experienced cheerleader. forget the Host-a-Coach Pro- Walter Voigt leads this program. their own treasure boxes using cal swim teams. The schedule ternoon, weather permitting. We will learn and work on gram. Host families will not on- Children of all skill levels are empty shoeboxes. for swim meets will be given at “Camper of the Day” will be cheers, drills, basic stunts, and ly provide a memorable and tru- welcome. Outdoor Adventure at the a later date. awarded at the end of the day lifts. A minimum of 10 partici- ly international learning experi- There are several special Community Camp for grades 3- Water Aerobics will once for each age group. Safe Haven pants is needed for this camp. ence for their children but will events scheduled throughout 8 will be held Friday, August 12, again be offered in two sessions: accepts state subsidized tuition Two dance camps will be of- also receive an $80 rebate to- the summer. A Baseball Clinic from 9-12:00. This is an excel- Monday and Wednesday for those who are approved. fered this summer. Dance camp wards the cost of camp. for grades 3-7 will be held lent opportunity for children to evenings from 5:30-6:30 begin- The following are weekly for ages 5-7 will be held July 11- White Mountains Soccer Wednesday, June 29, from 12- learn all kinds of outdoor skills ning June 27, as well as Tuesday themes scheduled for this sum- 14 from 10:30-12:30; ages 8-12 Camp will be held June 27-30. 3:00. A Softball Clinic will be and enjoy being outdoors. Chil- and Thursday afternoons from mer: June 22-24 “Sun, Sand & will be held July 18-21 from Grades 1-3 will meet from 9:00- held Thursday, June 30, for dren should bring their fishing 12:15-1:15 beginning June 28. Summer”; June 27-July 1 “Into 10:30-12:30. We will explore dif- 10:15 and grades 4-8 from 10:30- grades 3-7 from 12-3:00. High poles and a picnic lunch. Lindsay Cote will lead partici- the Deep: Pirate Adventures”; ferent dance styles, work on 12:30. This camp will emphasize school coaches and players will Arts & Crafts: Lighthouses pants through a series of exer- July 5-8 “Native American Fun”; technique, student choreogra- individual skill development be working with participants on Galore for ages 5-12 will be held cises. No swimming skills nec- July 11-15 “Survivor/Amazing phy, and play movement games. and small group tactics. The fundamentals. Skills will be re- Friday, August 19, from 10-11:00. essary. Race”; July 18-22 “Semana de la Dancers should bring a healthy method of training involves fun inforced through drills, scrim- Children will thoroughly enjoy A special registration date Divertido” (Fiesta Fun Week); snack and a water bottle. A min- games and activities. Skills mages, and competitions. Play- creating their very own light- for swim lessons and summer July 25-29 “Wild & Crazy Kids”; imum of 10 dancers is needed in taught include dribbling, shoot- ers will enjoy a popsicle and a houses using foam plates, cups, programs will be held in the gym August 1-5 “A Week at Hog- each group. ing, heading, tackling, and ball quick dip in the pool to cool off poster board, sand, and more. on Friday, June 10, from 3:00- warts”; August 8-12 “Time Trav- YMCA’s “Live for Field Hock- control mastery. The camp is di- at the end of each clinic. Players The pool will open for the 6:00. Three sessions of swim les- elers”; August 15-19 “Minute to ey” Mini Camp is coming to rected by Grant Fuller who should bring a water bottle and summer on Saturday, June 18, sons will be offered: July 5-14, Win It”; August 22-26 “No theme Colonel Town for the first time. holds the NSCAA Advanced Na- a bathing suit. from 1-4:00. Pool hours on Mon- July 18-29, and August 1-12. this week.” This two-day camp, geared for tional Diploma and the USSF Na- Basketball Clinics will be of- day, June 20, will be from 3:30- Lessons are held Mondays thru Having a birthday party or grades 4-8, will be held August tional Youth Diploma. fered as follows: Wednesday, Ju- 7:00. Regular hours (beginning Thursdays. Times available for special event? Colonel Town has 1-2 from 9:00-3:00. The objective There are weekly programs ly 6, for grades 1-4 from 9-10:15 Tuesday, June 21) are 1:30-5:30 lessons are 10-10:45, 10:45- facilities to rent for private is to provide progressive in- that will be held at Colonel and grades 5-8 from 10:30-12:00; and 6:30-8:00 on Mondays thru 11:30, and 11:30-12:15. When events. The Colonel Town Com- struction of basic field hockey Town, the first of which is a new Thursday, July 7, for grades 1-4 Thursdays, 1-4:00 on Saturdays, registering for lessons, please munity House has a gymnasium, techniques and tactics toward program called Crocheting Fun. from 9-10:15 and grades 5-8 from and closed on Sundays. Par- indicate your first and second kitchen, dining room/meeting the development of young field Have you ever wanted to learn 10:30-12:00. High school coach- ent/Child Swim is a program de- choices for times. We will do our room, parlor, and Safe Haven hockey players. The focus will how to crochet? Well, now’s es and players will be working signed to help children ages 6 best to accommodate every- (located downstairs). The be on the development of the your chance! Children and with players on fundamentals in months-4 years become accus- one’s schedules, but we cannot Colonel Town Community Pool youth’s mind, body and spirit of adults will enjoy this weekly all of these clinics. Skills will be tomed to being in the water by guarantee that you will receive is available for private use when fair play in accordance with the program led by Stacey Valdez. reinforced through drills, scrim- playing games and using a vari- the times you request. Resi- not open for swim lessons or YMCA and U.S. Field Hockey As- Crocheting Fun, geared for ages mages, and competitions. Play- ety of pool toys. It’s an oppor- dents in Guildhall, Jefferson, general swim. The Colonel Town sociation philosophies. Partici- 8-88, will be held Fridays from ers interested in refining their tunity for parents/caregivers to Lancaster, and Whitefield do not Community Camp is a beautiful pants should bring a bag lunch. 10-11:00, beginning July 7. skills can attend Wednesday spend some fun time with their have to buy a pool pass when location that has a “Big Grill” for Sticks and field hockey balls will Preschool Movement will be and Thursday. Players should children in a structured envi- enrolling for swim lessons due large parties, a 10-person group be provided for each camper. held Wednesdays from 10:00- bring a water bottle and clean ronment. These lessons will be to agreements with the towns. picnic site with grill, 5-person For a registration form and more 10:30 for ages 3-5, beginning Ju- sneakers. Grades 5-8 should held Tuesdays and Thursdays The Summer Safe Haven pro- group picnic sites with grills, a information, visit www.north- ly 6. This fun and energetic bring a healthy snack. from 9:30-10:00. The first ses- gram will begin Wednesday, hall with tables, chairs, and a countryymca.org. class covers a range of activi- Arts & Crafts: Horsing sion will be July 5-14, second June 22. This recreation pro- fireplace, a playground, and a Two gymnastics camps will ties, dance, tumbling, and fun Around for ages 5-12 will be held session July 19-28, and the third gram for children ages 5-12 is fishing pond. Call Eddie at 788- be held this summer. Gymnas- games. Friday, July 8, from 10-11:30. Try session August 2-22. open Mondays thru Fridays 3321 for more information. tics Camp for ages 5-7 will be Slow-Pitch Softball for adults this fun craft made from simple held July 25-29 and ages 8-12 will will begin its schedule in early household supplies. Then say, be August 1-4. Both camps will June. Please note that teams will “Giddyup!” Participants need to be from 10:30-12:30. Both camps not be able to play every Sun- wear clothes that will allow Bicknell’s Thrush Tours offer viewing are two hours of fitness and fun day this year. There will be them to get messy. with obstacle courses and rou- games scheduled during the Arts & Crafts: Sunflower of rare bird on Mt. Washington tines. Campers should bring a week due to limited field avail- Wreaths for ages 5-12 will be healthy snack and water bottle. ability resulting from the vari- held Friday, July 22, from 10- PINKHAM NOTCH — The Mt. years of the tours, guests have take place on June 1, 4, 7, 11, 12 Washington Auto Road will be had a 100 percent success rate and 15. Tours depart from the hosting six Bicknell’s Thrush with sightings or at least hear- base of the Mt. Washington Au- Tours in 2011, offering guests ing the call of the Bicknell’s to Road at 5:30 a.m. and last ap- opportunities to view the rare Thrush. proximately two hours. The cost bird species. Bicknell’s Thrush is an ex- is $50 per person and advanced The Mt. Washington Auto tremely rare species with very reservations are required. Road offers birders a unique op- limited breeding grounds. It is Lodging packages are avail- portunity to view the Bicknell’s the rarest and most secretive of able at the Inn at Ellis River, the Thrush in their breeding habi- the breeding thrushes in North Mt. Washington Bed & Breakfast, tat. By reaching the breeding America and it is the only bird the Cranmore Mountain Lodge, grounds by van, the Mt. Wash- whose breeding is restricted to the Covered Bridge House, the ington Auto Road is perhaps the Northeastern part of the Royalty Inn and the Season Con- perfect location to observe this continent. They usually breed dominium Resort. Be sure to rare species. Tours will leave at higher elevations, normally mention Mt. Washington Auto early from the base of Mt. Wash- nesting above 3,000 ft. 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PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON Griffin Roy had a base hit against Belmont on May 23. Raiders slip past Spartans

By Jonathan Benton one-third, Ian Shaw threw two- Kaleb Bruce then hit a two RBI [email protected] thirds of an inning and Jake single to put Belmont up by one. WHITEFIELD — The boys of Bryan claimed credit for the win All the Spartans had in the fourth White Mountains ended their with a third of an inning of work was a base hit and steal to sec- regular baseball season with a for a total of six K’s and nine ond from Carleton Kleinschrodt.

PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON close loss to Belmont on May 23 walks. In the bottom of the fourth Nate Smith closed the game against Gorham and made the last three outs for the win. in enemy territory 4-3. Nelson led off the first inning Raider Josh Romprey knocked in The Spartans improved upon with a solid single was sent a runner on a single who had their record from last year fin- around by a base hit from Roy walked on previously. Groveton boys bring down the Gorham goliath ishing the regular season 5-11 and came home on a sacrifice The Regional boys did well By Jonathan Benton This put Willey in a decent spot to from lead off Danny Eastland. East- and ranked 19th in Division III. from Patrick Church. The game defensively in the fifth with a [email protected] head home on a single from Cody land hit a single and was sent to Due to the early submission then had solid fielding from both double play. Nelson caught a line GROVETON — It was a big day LeBlanc that he tried to push to second on a fielder’s choice. Once deadline on Thursday because sides with the excitement re- drive and threw to second to for the Eagles on May 23, but not second, but was thrown out by there he found himself in a pickle of the Memorial Day holiday the turning in the third inning. On catch a runner already leading just because of senior day, it was Ethan Marshall at short-stop. With on an attempted pick-off and after results from Friday’s play-in one out Nelson went again with off. The boys in blue then tied up the day they took down the fourth the bases clear on two oust Jake a quick back and forth from third game will be in next week’s edi- a single and walks came in from the game in the sixth inning. seeded Gorham Huskies in a close St. Hilaire hit a double and was left and second was tagged out at sec- tion. Ethan Call and Roy to load the Three walks on one out loaded 4-3 victory. stranded after a catch from Con- ond. Starting pitcher for the Re- bases, but two K’s later kept the the bases priming Nelson to sin- The Huskies were leading the roy at centerfield. Little did Gorham suspect that gional was Griffin Roy for the first boys in blue from capitalizing. gle in an RBI and then Call drew entire game 3-0 until in the sixth The outs went 1-2-3 for both in the sixth inning that the game five innings and closing was Eric Then Belmont put down two in another base on balls for a run. inning when the Eagles rallied for sides in the next inning exhibiting was going to be flipped. With two Nelson for a total of five strike- in the bottom of the fourth. On Belmont walked away with a four run surge on five hits. the polished defense of pitching outs Marshall kept the game alive outs, two walks and one hit bat- one out Richie Perez singled on the run in bottom of the seventh The Eagles had the pitching tal- and fielding from each. The two with a single followed by another ter. For Belmont Brett Spaulding and stole his way around to third of a Bruce double on two outs to ents of starter Tyler Burt, then Ja- teams mirrored each other in the from Smith. Then Burt sent home threw four and two-third innings, with a runner who got hit by a plate Perez who had walked on cob Conroy and finally closer Nate third as well with both Husky Pike two runs on a double and later Bobby Cozzens tossed one and pitch now sitting on second. previously. Smith for a total of five strikeouts and Eagle Chris Helms reaching stole to third. On a full count East- and two walks. For Gorham on the first on a walk and steal second land singled on, to plate Burt and mound was starter Cody Gauthier only to be left stranded. That was then clobbering Conroy stepped went the distance for four K’s and Groveton’s first runner on base. up to tap a triple for the winning You Mean I Could Lose Most of my one walk. Gorham gained their third run run. Gorham took off in the top of in the fourth inning starting with Gorham had a chance in the the first with two runs on four hits. lead off St. Hilaire hitting his sec- top of the seventh for a rebuttal Assets to Nursing Home? With one out Patrick Pike singled ond double of the game and was with runners on first and third on and stole second. 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Call now to reserve your seat as space is limited. Beasley and Ferber, P.A. (603) 225-5010 • (800) 370-5010 B4 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• The Mighty Northern Nofish By Dave Kellam and Clay Groves Special to The Democrat Northern Nofish WHEN WE BEGAN our catch Chowdar and eat quest, we knew it would be 8 oz. fresh nofish (nofish can a learning experience. Already we be substituted with fish) have discovered secret fishing 2 tbsp. chopped onion spots and culinary delights un- 1 tsp. melted bacon fat known to even the most-worldly 1/2 c. diced potatoes chefs. But little did we know that 1/2 c. boiling water we would discover an entirely new 1/4 tsp. salt fish species: the northern nofish. Dash of pepper Since we are the first to classi- 2/3 c. milk fy a northern nofish we get to as- 1 tbsp. water 2 tsp. flour sign it’s scientific name, Daven- Paprika clayia nocatchemtodais. Like sci- Cook onion in bacon fat until entists deducing dark matter in the tender. Add potatoes, water, salt, universe, we learned that this fish pepper, and nofish. Cover and must exist from circumstantial ev- simmer about 15 minutes (until idence, not direct observation. potatoes are tender). Add milk; We found nofish on a recent trip heat. Stir water and flour together to Exeter and the Taylor River wa- until smooth. Add to milk mixture and cook until thick and smooth, tershed in pursuit of golden shin- (COURTESY PHOTO) (COURTESY PHOTO) ers and chain pickerel. These two Dave nofishing near a muskrat lodge. Shhh…the nofish are biting! stirring constantly. Sprinkle with paprika. Serves two. fish live in swampy water and the headwaters of the watershed has nofish. nofish. After a short battle his line ods for catching nofish, such as til then follow our blog at have embarked on a yearlong plenty of it. The area is dotted with Like Gremlins or Voldemort, broke - the first nofish of the day. casting lures into trees and tying www.catch-m-all.com or find us on quest to catch and eat every bogs, beaver ponds and slow nofish make perfect sense, be- It was now time to go to the Taylor weak knots. A person can ensure Facebook. species of freshwater fish in N.H. streams that wind through forests cause they balance the equation of River. catching nofish if he/she stays Follow the Quest at www.catch-m- and fields. Two human-made life. They are the karmic counter- Starting at Rice Dam on the home, but that is like fishing with Until the next one…Dave and all.com or look for the next article dams back up the main river be- weight to the wonderful experi- boarder of Hampton and Hampton dynamite - very unsportsman like. Clay are two local fishermen that to appear in the Mountain Ear. fore it enters the Hampton- ence of catching fish. Without Falls we paddled our 17-foot Old The best thing about nofish is Seabrook estuary. nofish, there would be just too Town canoe upstream to a spot their versatility in the kitchen. Since the water is shallow and much joy in the world. Dave dreamed would have big There are thousands of nofish the bottom is black with rotted As we thought about it, we re- pickerel. However, when we round- recipes available. Our favorite is vegetation, swamps are the first to alized that nofish have existed for ed the bend, we found that our Northern Nofish Chowdar, which warm in the spring, activating life a long time. We remember our dreams were crushed by a beaver calls for eight ounces of nofish, A WHITE earlier than big lakes and rivers. sixth grade U.S. history books re- that had built a dam from shore to which adds an interesting bitter The plan was to catch the smaller porting the early colonists had a shore. Clay climbed onto the ridge taste to the dish. It is important to MOUNTAIN shiners first, keep one to eat and tough first winter, in part because of mud and sticks and made a cast. note that real fish can be substi- use the rest as bait for pickerel. “they caught nofish.” Also nofish His line tightened and he set the tuted for nofish. Our first stop was a 30-foot must be in saltwater too, because hook on a dandy nofish. He was So now we have added north- MOMENT round, cattail-rimmed pond and it we both remembered hearing that firmly connected to an underwa- ern nofish as the 49th fish found in was here that we had our nofish the cod fishery collapsed because ter log. After his line broke, we New Hampshire and we are proud epiphany. While we took turns “boats were bringing in nofish.” It knew we had caught our daily bag to check it off our quest list. We en- dropping a ridiculously small hook was then that Dave recalled being limit of nofish. joyed learning about it and the im- Only you can prevent tipped with a bit of worm near a told by his father that, “if you talk As we tied the canoe on the top portant role it plays in the fishing muskrat lodge, Dave said “There while fishing, you’ll catch nofish.” of the Honda, we realized we are experience, but we really don’t bear problems are no fish in here”. Clay laughed Nofish are, like any good leg- good nofish fishermen and want to be known as professional and replied, “Yeah maybe the endary creature, invisible. But we thought about writing a book of nofishermen. That is why we are By Tiffany Benna, to say why people leave food out nofish chased the others away.” knew we were in a pond full of them tips. It would include popular happy to report that our next Public Affairs Officer for the in their campsites. And even hard- And like a light bulb turning on, we when a gust of wind blew Dave’s nofish lures such as crank baits quest story will feature an Atlantic White Mountain National Forest er to understand why someone looked at each other and began baited hook into the reeds and he with rusty hooks and jigs tipped salmon caught from the storied Pulling out tents and sleeping would reach out with their hands piecing together the existence of felt the telltale pull of a northern with rotten worms; surefire meth- waters of Lake Winnipesaukee. Un- bags, backpacks and coolers (de- and actually offer food to a bear – spite the last few days of pouring a bear! When I see those pictures rain), I know I join millions of peo- of bears climbing trees to grab bird ple getting ready for camping sea- feeders, or eating an apple out of son. With Memorial Day weekend someone’s hand, or a cub coming upon us and the White Mountain close to take a sandwich, I don’t National Forest campgrounds see a “cool” pic. I see a soon to be open, it seems like a good time to tagged bear, and a soon to be dead talk about black bears. bear. Because at that point, when The truth is we’ve been having the bear has been successful, a lot of discussions about black where some of that natural fear bears lately. Internally, here at the has worn off, it’s just too late. Too Forest Service, as well as with NH late for me to say “Don’t feed Fish and Game and other partners. bears,” and too late for the bear. It seems the number of bears is It’s a horrible place to be – that growing and a lot of people con- space of knowing it’s just too late, tinue to visit the Forest (like 6 mil- when people’s behavior have af- lion a year). Put together, this fected the safety not only of them- means encounters may become selves, and the campers and recre- more frequent. We’ve been talking ators coming behind them, but al- about events and behaviors that so the safety of the bear. A bear will occurred last year and what we keep coming back to the site of can do to prevent negative en- success. That means when your counters this year. You’ll see some family leaves, another family may new stuff from all of us and you’ll bear (no play on words here) the hear lots of people talking about burden of a food habituated bear. black bears. But in the end, what And now a decision has to be made really determines the increase in – a careful, hard, and gut wrench- encounters and the kind of en- ing decision. (Look for the next col- counters between people and umn for the reflection from a Dis- bears is up to you — the camper, trict Ranger who just last year hiker, homeowner, business per- faced that space between people’s son. (Wow, did you see that one behavior, people’s safety, and a coming?) bear and with NH Fish and Game, Wild bears have a natural fear had to make a decision.) of humans and will attempt to But, here we are now at the be- avoid people and developed areas ginning of the camping season. It’s — no, no, it’s true, they will. But a the perfect time to make sure fed bear — a bear that has suc- everybody knows and cares that cessfully gotten food (bird seed, we are indeed in bear country. You garbage, pet food, picnic condi- need to come prepared for bears ments, or sandwiches) — that bear and make sure you read signs at will abandon natural foods and go trailheads and campgrounds with for the “easy” food. That bear may bear messages. approach people, wander through I know, for some, seeing a black campgrounds, hang out by roads is almost a magical moment, a mo- or trails, or return to dumpsters. ment to take in the awe of beauty, That bear has become a problem a moment of reverence and re- bear. But make no mistake, that spect for nature. For others, the bear is a not a tame bear, it’s not a thought may not be so comforting. trained bear, it’s not a cute and While some will never see a bear, cuddly teddy bear. It’s still a wild knowing what to do and what to animal, and a reach for a piece of bring helps everyone feel more food or left out cooler comes with comfortable. So what do you do 1.5 inch long front claws. when you encounter a bear? Well, You’ve heard the saying, “A Fed it depends. Bear is a Dead Bear,” you’ve heard If you are hiking and encounter the warnings, “Don’t Feed Bears!” a bear, stop. You can raise your you’ve been learning “to live with hands and say “whoa bear, whoa” bears.” And lots of people really and slowly walk away. Remove listen to these messages and yourself from the situation. If you change their behavior, whether stop for a picnic lunch out of your getting bear proof dumpsters or backpack, keep it right next to you securing garbage in enclosed and don’t walk away from it. Just buildings, or keeping a clean camp, those few moments away are putting food away, packing coolers enough for a bear to successfully up and down from campsites to se- steal your pack. cure them in a closed vehicle, or if If you’re camping and a bear doing some backcountry camping wanders into your site, stop and using bear-proof canisters. slowly back away. Remove your- But the truth is, some people self from the situation. If car camp- don’t know, or maybe don’t care. ing, you might even slip into your Perhaps they’ve never encoun- car until the bear moves on. tered a bear while camping or hik- Always report encounters to ing. Perhaps they aren’t convinced they are in bear country. It’s hard Moment,PAGEB5 JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT B5 ••• Court retirees Arts Alliance of Northern NH selected for International Cultural Program LITTLETON — The Arts Al- liance of Northern New Hamp- shire is one of five arts organiza- tions nationwide selected to par- ticipate in "Caravanserai: A place where cultures meet.” The groundbreaking program, fund- ed by a grant from the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art, aims to establish greater understand- ing between American and Mus- lim societies by showcasing the diversity of contemporary Is- lamic societies through their art and culture. ??Caravanserai comprises a series of communi- ty-based performing arts and film residencies featuring ex- traordinary art and artists from Muslim cultures. The pilot program will focus on music and film from Pakistan and will feature compelling con- temporary vocal and instrumen- tal music, as well as work by an award-winning Pakistani film- maker.?? "The name Cara- vanserai was carefully selected for this program," says David Fraher, Executive Director of Arts Midwest, which is coordi- nating the program. "Historical- ly, in the East and Middle East, stopping places for caravans were called caravanserais — safe places to sit around the fire, come together, and exchange stories. The name evokes that imagery of travelers in a safe haven, in a place where cultures meet. We're delighted that the Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire is providing one of those stopping places for an ex- citing cultural experience." US-based Pakistani tabla master Ustad Tari Khan is one of the artists ??Beginning in October 2011, chosen to participate in “Caravanserai: A place where cultures meet.” the Arts Alliance will host three arts residency experiences in communities throughout north- change will provide us all with and The Myrna Loy Center, He- ern New Hampshire, including many opportunities to explore lena, MT.?? The nonprofit Arts two week-long musical residen- ideas and connections." Alliance of Northern New Hamp- cy tours featuring traditional Caravanserai features a ros- shire works to promote, support and contemporary Pakistani per- ter of outstanding artists repre- and sustain culture, heritage and PHOTO BY JONATHAN BENTON forming arts ensembles, and a senting contemporary Muslim the arts throughout northern A surprise party was thrown at the Lancaster District Court for Sharon Frizzell and Marilyn Wheeler film residency with a contempo- art and culture, including:? Arif New Hampshire. Learn more at Friday who are retiring. Frizzell has been working in the court system for 25 years and Wheeler 17.5 rary filmmaker. Residency activ- Lohar — Pakistani folk singer www.aannh.org. years. ities will include educational and chimta artist?; Abid Sain and ??The Building Bridges Pro- workshops, lecture demonstra- Tari Ji Sain — Virtuoso dhol gram of the Doris Duke Founda- tions and screenings in schools, artists?; Qawwal Najmuddin Sai- tion for Islamic Arts aims to pro- universities and community set- fuddin — Qawwali singers?; mote the use of arts and media Moment erary. However, if you aren’t pre- home. Together we can change our tings; jam sessions with local Sanam Marvi — Pakistani folk to improve Americans' under- pared, perhaps it’s time to rethink behavior, or influence the behav- artists; reading circles at local li- and Sufi singer?; Ustad Tari Khan standing of Muslim societies. (continued from Page B4) your plans. ior of our guests or even neighbors braries; receptions and discus- — US-based Pakistani tabla mas- The program seeks to support your campground hosts or to back- Never keep food or toiletries in – and therefore not change the be- sions at community sites; and ter?; Ayesha Khan — Pakistani initiatives that use arts and me- country rangers. That information your tent. People think about can- haviors of bears. We can help keep public performances. filmmaker, "Made in Pakistan.” dia to highlight the diversity of helps us know where bears are, if dy bars or granola bars snuck in black bears wild, know what to do ??"We are honored — and ex- Organizations or businesses Muslim populations around the they’ve gotten food or not, and their tents for midnight snack — if we encounter a moment with cited — to be chosen as one of that would like to host a program world. Learn more at gives us that information to pass but often forget other smelly items those majestic animals, and have a the host organizations for this or provide lodging or hospitality www.shangrilahawaii.org.?? Car- along to our visitors who then in that might attract a bear. Yup, even safe summer season. amazing program," says Frumie for the visiting artists (starting avanserai is led by Arts Midwest turn can make informed decisions toothpaste and soap smell good to For more information on black Selchen, Executive Director of with 13 in the October tour!) or (www.artsmidwest.org), the about their hike or stay. a bear (remember they’ll crawl in- bears and camping or hiking, the Arts Alliance. "We think anyone who would like addition- non-profit regional arts organi- Whether hiking or camping, in to a dumpster). Make sure all please contact the White Mountain northern New Hampshire resi- al information, can contact the zation serving America's upper campgrounds from vehicles or in smelly items (don’t forget about National Forest at (603) 536-6100 dents as well as visitors will be Arts Alliance at [email protected] mid-west on behalf of the na- the backcountry, if you encounter those clothes you cooked in) are or visit us online at amazed by the touring artists, or 323-7302. Individual volun- tion's six Regional Arts Organi- a bear, it’s a good time to stop and removed from your tent and se- http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/white. You and those artists will also be ex- teers will also be needed.?? zations, including the New Eng- think, “Are you prepared to be in cured in a vehicle, bear hang, or can also visit NH Fish and Game at tremely interested in our local Other organizations partici- land Foundation for the Arts. Fu- bear country?” Can you secure bear-proof canister (still placed http://www.wildnh.com/Wildlife/S culture and communities. We al- pating in the Caravanserai tour ture programming will feature your food overnight? This means 100 feet from your sleeping area). omethings_Bruin.htm. And don’t ready have many partners, in- include: Artswego SUNY Os- other geographic regions and keeping a clean camp, putting food Let’s start the season right. The forget to look for the next White cluding colleges, agencies and wego, Oswego, NY; FirstWorks, artistic disciplines and will trav- away and coolers in secure vehi- best thing we all can do, for the Mountain Moment with guest organizations, churches, Providence, RI; Monmouth Uni- el to more cities across the Unit- cles, or having a bear-proof canis- bear, for ourselves and for each columnist, District Ranger Katie schools and libraries. 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Two Coös County residents achieve certification as Connect Suicide Prevention trainers

COÖS COUNTY — On May 2 new Connect™trainers Carter and and 4, Anne Carter of Berlin and Ovchinnikova are looking to offer Yuliya Ovchinnikova of Whitefield suicide prevention trainings for attended a two-day training to be- community members in Lancaster come certified Connect™ Suicide (July) and Colebrook (August), and Prevention trainers. Connect™ is a for Faith Leaders in Berlin. Anyone nationally-recognized best prac- interested in attending a training, tice program developed by the being notified if a particular train- New Hampshire Chapter of the Na- ing is scheduled, or in scheduling tional Alliance on Mental Illness a training for a particular group, (NAMI NH) that provides suicide should contact Becky McEnany at prevention training and support [email protected]. The train- services to communities and key ings are free but registration is re- service providers throughout the quired and space is limited. state and nation. Funded by two It is everyone’s responsibility federal grants and the Neil and to prevent suicide. Warning signs Louise Tillotson Foundation, NAMI include: talking about death or dy- NH has trained close to 1,000 peo- ing, isolation, anger/rage, hope- ple in suicide prevention in Coos lessness, increased use of alcohol County over the past five years and or other drugs and mood changes. 5,000 in the state of New Hamp- Anyone who is worried about shire. Community partnerships someone he thinks is at risk of sui- with the Family Resource Center, cide should call the National Sui- Groveton Ambulance, and The cide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273- North Country Health Consortium TALK (8255). For more informa- have been essential to reaching out tion on suicide prevention in New to Coös County residents. Hampshire go to www.theconnect- In collaboration with NAMI NH, project.org or www.naminh.org.

Carter and Ovchinnikova are certified suicide prevention trainers Pictured, left to right, are Anne Carter, Becky McEnany (NAMI NH) and Yuliya Ovchinnikova. USDA Forest Service celebrates two conservation legacies — The Weeks Act and The life of Aldo Leopold MILWAUKEE — The USDA For- miering in over a dozen cities Nature. The film highlights Aldo would depend. est Service is commemorating across the country, along with a Leopold’s life and extraordinary Visit the 100th anniversary of the Forest Service film on the legacy career, showing how he shaped www.greenfiremovie.com for Weeks Act. As part of the cele- of the Weeks Act, 100 Years of conservation and the modern en- venue information and to buy bration, the Forest Service has Restoring America’s Forests, pre- vironmental movement and how tickets. For the June 2 event at partnered with the Aldo Leopold sented by noted historian and au- his land ethic still inspires peo- 6:30 p.m. select Boston, Mass. at Foundation to honor two conser- thor, Char Miller. Miller tells a riv- ple today. Although best known the Stuart Street Playhouse. Pre- vation successes in one evening, eting story about the social and as the author of the conservation miere venues and dates continue June 2, at the Stuart Street Play- ecological climate at the turn of classic A Sand County Almanac, to be added across the country. house in Boston, Mass. This spe- the 20th century, when the Weeks Leopold is also renowned for his cial premiere in Boston includes Act created a way to restore the work as an educator, philoso- The Forest Service is an the release of the first feature- cut-down, burned-over, and pher, forester, ecologist, and agency of the U.S. Department of length, high-definition documen- farmed-out lands of the East. wilderness advocate. In addition, Agriculture, and is part of the fed- tary film about Leopold, Green Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Green Fire will be released on na- eral government’s executive Fire, along with a Forest Service Land Ethic for Our Time is joint- tionwide public television in ear- branch. The Forest Service’s mis- film about the legacy of the ly produced by the Aldo Leopold ly 2012. sion is to sustain the health, di- Weeks Act. Foundation, the Forest Service, Legacy of the Weeks Act: 100 versity, and productivity of the This spring Green Fire is pre- and the Center for Humans and Years of Restoring America’s nation's forests and grasslands Forests: At the turn of the 20th to meet the needs of present and century, America fueled its emer- future generations. The agency gence as a world power by cut- manages 193 million acres of pub- — Mary Jane Chase and Florence Darby ting trees. Loggers slashed entire lic land and is the world’s largest Weathervane Theatre landscapes across New England, forestry research organization. Laconia Savings Bank Customers the Midwest, and the South to fu- For more information about the el an economic engine that left a Forest Service and the Weeks Act, legacy of broken communities, visit eroded soils, and sediment- www.fs.fed.us/land/staff/weeks- choked streams. One genera- act.html. tion's wealth threatened the fun- The Aldo Leopold Foundation damental source of all future is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organi- wealth: the productivity of the zation based in Baraboo, Wis- land. This is the story of George consin. The foundation’s mission Perkins Marsh, George Bird Grin- is to inspire an ethical relation- nell, and John Weeks, who recog- ship between people and land nized the profound challenge and through the legacy of Aldo devoted their lives to restoring Leopold. Leopold regarded a land the land. It is the story of un- ethic as a product of social evo- named hundreds, taking on the lution. “Nothing so important as largest challenge of their day. It is an ethic is ever ‘written,’” he ex- the story of ordinary people, plained. “It evolves ‘in the minds stepping forward with extraordi- of a thinking community.’” Learn nary vision, courage, and initia- more about the Aldo Leopold tive, to restore the natural boun- Foundation and the Green Fire ty on which America's future movie at www.aldoleopold.org.

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Member FDIC JUNE 1, 2011 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT B7 ••• A Century in Coös Compiled by Cathy Grondin 1911 dan, Confectioner, Lancaster.” “On June 1 Northeast Air- from Beecher Falls, Vt., on mak- slipped into the pool, which cated adjacent to the Boston Headline: “Memorial Exercis- 1931 lines extends its services to ing the turn at the top of the was about three feet deep. Rob- and Maine northbound main es. Lancaster Pays Tribute to Headline: “Looking To New Hampshire’s northern- hill, missed the Lucas lawn, bie saw her slip and jumped in, trunkline for construction of a its Honored Dead in Most Fit- Christmas. Will Depression most city, Berlin, bringing plowed up the lawn of Arthur fully clothed, and rescued her.” full-service repair facility for its ting and Appropriate Manner — Make a Cut in the Christmas scheduled airline service with- Dubois’ place, jumped the “There’s been a lot of talk equipment.” The Addresses.” Tree Business The Issue.” in 30 miles of Lancaster. North- Dubois driveway, just missed a about New England’s depend- Headline: “UNH students are “The continuance of the “The result of the large east will send a plane daily out telephone pole and the The- ency on other parts of the coun- rescued from Mount Washing- drought together with the scant amount of work done on the so- of New York at 7:30 a.m. DST, bault’s Gas and Appliance try for any number of com- ton — Two others hurt in unre- water fall of last year makes it called Ray Field last year is now which is to reach Berlin by way Store, but hit both of Adrian modities, and food is no excep- lated mishaps.” incumbent on all users of water evident as the finishing touches of Worcester, just slightly under Thebault’s trucks which were tion. A common figure quoted 2001 to guard carefully against un- have been completed and an ex- three hours later.” parked in the driveway and for the amount of food import- Headline: “Barden, Merrick necessary waste of the same. cellent job of grading done by “The Lancaster business dis- then hit a large Pyrofax gas stor- ed is 80 percent. There are, take M-S crowns; Vincent sets The Lancaster Water Works Jerry Martin and a crew of men. trict took on a greatly improved age tank and moved that seven however, people concerned school record — WMR boys win wish to call the special atten- The Col. Town Recreation Field appearance last week when an feet or more. The crash awak- about this who are taking steps state track title again.” tion of people to the following is now a distinct part of the unexpected pea stone asphalt ened all in the neighborhood, to remedy the situation.” “GILMAN, Vt. — Betty rules bearing on this subject, to Community House plant.” surface was applied to Main who thought an explosion had 1991 Quigley was on the back porch urge upon them strict obser- 1941 Street. Under the new state taken place.” “WHITEFIELD — After years of her Jefferson Avenue home vance of the same.” “Threats of sabotage to highway program it was possi- 1971 of ho-hum success in attracting last Friday morning at just 1921 needed defense plants over the ble for the town to have this Headline: “Lutheran Pastor businesses to Whitefield’s In- about 7, enjoying a quiet mo- “A clear sky and a superior week end were felt throughout done for less than $1500… Of Carl Sheie Accepts Berlin Call.” dustrial Park, the town has ment and overseeing her program combined to give Lan- the nation and even in Coös the money spent this year the “Winnipesauke Airlines of been approached in recent sheltie puppy’s daily routine caster one of the most satisfac- County where officials of the state matches the amount the Laconia will start daily airline weeks by two firms that have when she had the surprise of tory and impressive Memorial Brown Company announced town pays.” service between Boston and expressed interest in siting her life. As she watched, a hand- Days in years. The program was that special word had been re- 1961 Whitefield starting June 15. their facilities at the 400-plus some catamount (cougar) in charge of Marshal W.A. Lewis, ceived from Boston FBI head- “Construction of the new Schedule information not avail- acre park. CFF Acquisition, Inc. rounded the corner of her trail- who was tireless in the prelimi- quarters to be on the lookout.” post office in Groveton was fur- able to us in time for publica- owner of the New Hampshire er home and headed for the nary work that led to the suc- Advertisement: “Graduates ther advanced with the an- tion may be obtained at White and Vermont Railroad hopes to woods that border her house to cessful culmination of the of 1941 May be made very hap- nouncement by Postmaster Mountains Regional Airport, purchase an eight-acre site lo- the rear.” events of the day. Lancaster, as py and well satisfied with a gift General J. Edward Day that a Whitefield.” usual, was ready to co-operate from Whitcomb’s. We’ve watch- contract has been awarded to 1981 earnestly and as a result the es of various prices and of many Joseph McNealus and Arthur “Five-year-old Lisa Couture community observed this day makes at a price to fit the purse. Groves, Pawley, Vt., to build and owes her life to her 12-year-old Local cadet achieves academic excellence of tribute to the hero dead in a However, our stock contains lease the building to the Post brother, Robbie. On May 23 they CHARLESTON — Cadet recognition is given to those most worthy manner.” other fine gifts of lesser cost. Office Department.” were in the backyard of their Zachary Charles Brennon of Lan- cadets and active duty military Advertisement: “Delicious H.J. Whitcomb & Sons, Jewelers “At about 3 a.m. Tuesday home playing. Lisa climbed on caster achieved Dean's List status students registered for 12 or more Ice Cream. All the Popular Fla- & Optometrists — Lancaster, morning, a car driven by Willard the narrow ledge around the at The Citadel, The Military Col- semester hours whose grade vors At Our Fountain, At Our Ta- N.H.” Bushey, 23, of West Stewart- swimming pool. She was wear- lege of South Carolina, for the point ratio is 3.2 or higher with no bles or At Your Table. W.J. Sheri- 1951 stown entering Canaan, Vt., ing clogs and apparently spring semester of the 2010-2011 grade below a C for the previous academic year. Brennon is seek- semester's work. Brennon is the ing a BA in History. Dean's List son of Ms. Carol Brennon. Weeks Memorial Library COMPUTER TECHNICIAN NORTH COUNTRY dens these men designed are “What to Expect the Second il” by Wilbur Smith, “Blood EDUCATION SERVICES IS SEEKING A still growing, the destinations Year – Your Toddler Explained” Trust” by Eric Van Lustbader, for other gardeners today. is by Heidi Markoff. and “A Time for Patriots” by FULL TIME COMPUTER TECHNICIAN If this inspires you to make “Lost in Shangri-la” by Dale Brown. By Iris W. Baird your gardening hobby into a Mitchell Zuckoff describes “The Last Shot’ by Lynn to assist school district technology staff in the Somehow this seems just business “Start Your Own Lawn what was planned as a short Schooler describes a naval en- installation, maintenance, and basic repair of the right time to take heed of Care or Landscaping Business, sightseeing flight turned into a counter between Confederate hardware and network infrastructure. Barbara Scott-Goodman’s and a Step by Step Guide” by Ciree major adventure when a group forces and New England Liz Trovato’s advice to “Eat Linseman lays out the way to of World War II servicemen and whalers which took place after The successful candidate must have superior Greens: Seasonal Recipes to En- make it work. women crashed in the jungles the surrender had taken place, interpersonal skills, follow directions, multi-task, And if the gardening urge of Dutch New Guinea. but before the word had joy in Abundance.” and work independently. The work week will consist For those who’d like to ex- gets even more carried away, From Erik Larson comes “In reached the combatants. “Home to Roost, a Backyard the Garden of Beasts: Love, ter- Among the new mysteries of four days in SAU 23 with the fifth day in a SAU tend the gardening season Jim TBD. Travel will be required within each district al-Khalili offers “The Complete Farmer Chases Chickens ror and an American Family in are “Butter Safe than Sorry’ by and will be reimbursed at the IRS rate. Guide to Greenhouses and Gar- through the Ages” by Bob Hitler’s Berlin.” Tamar Myers, “Mrs. Jeffries den Projects.” Sheasley is a good place to be- New fiction includes “10th Forges Ahead” by Emily Bright- Gardening has a long and gin to consider the prospects. Anniversary” by James Patter- well, “Spider Web” and “State Salary range is from $29,000 to $33,000 per year colorful history as Andrea Wulf If travel is in your plans, son and Maxine Paetro, “One Fair” both by Earlene Fowler. along with a one person health insurance plan. explains. “The Brother Garden- “Maine Classics” by Mark Gaier Magic Moment” by Lynn Kur- A book of “Amish Prayers’ Please email cover letter, resume, and three ers – Botany, Empire and the and Clark Frasier suggests over land, “The Snowman” by Jo was collected by Beverly Lewis. references to [email protected] by Birth of an Obsession” intro- 150 downeast recipes to try out Nesbo, and “The Story of a In the “Mysteries of the Jesus June 9, 2011 or mail to Matt Treamer NCES duces such garden notables as as you wander our neighboring Beautiful Girl” by Rachel Si- Prayer” Norris J. Chumley 300 Gorham Hill Road Gorham, NH 03581 John Bartram, Carl Linnaeus state. To go further afield mon. Adventures and thrillers traces some of the earliest and Joseph Banks. These men there’s “100 Places to Go before are the topics in “Those in Per- Christianity’s holiest sites. weren’t content to work in their They Disappear” by Patrick own backyards, but traveled Drew. around the world to collect un- Another book of recipes for usual plants for them. Not only those who have dietary con- did they go out themselves, cerns is the “Crohn’s and Coli- they encouraged others to tis Diet Guide” by Dr. A. Hillary bring back plants. Many of our Steinhart and Julie Cepo, with favorite garden plants were im- many recipes. ported from around the world. From the Mayo Clinic comes In “Founding Gardeners – the a “Guide to a Healthy Pregnan- Revolutionary Generation, Na- cy.” Tricia Drake suggests “Wel- ture and the Shaping of the coming Baby Home, the Hand- American Nation” Wulf goes on crafted Way.” with an assort- with her story. Many of the gar- ment of baby caps.

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JUNE 8, 2011 • FROM 3-6 PM Our location: 7 Davenport Rd. • Jefferson, NH Phone: 603-586-7161 B8 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• Tortorice’s Tips Column Financial Planner Insulation works in the summer as well as in the winter! Planning for retirement By Bob TorTorice the attic looking for light com- attic floor holes into your living Cynthia V. Taradash ing up through the attic floor is space. FINANCIAL ADVISOR Insulation keeps the heat in your indication of where heat is Newer homes have soffit lost during the winter and vents and ridge vents, and old- the house during the winter The Employee Benefit Research gained during the summer. er homes have gable end lou- months, which we all appreci- Institute (EBRI) has completed their The tops of your interior vers, but both work only when ate, but what about keeping the 2011 Retirement Confidence Sur- walls, better known as the top they are not blocked by insula- heat out of the house during the vey. The data is always interesting plate, are a major area where tion, dirt or plastic. summer months? Remember and yet it is also troublesome as I the transfer of heat occurs. The The idea here is to insulate how hot the living space below fear that many folks may wind up electrician, plumber and car- your attic floor and openings, the attic gets in those dog days with a severely limited retirement penters make these huge holes as well as ventilate your attic as of August, as well as the rest of lifestyle because they didn’t take to get much smaller wires or much as possible, clean the the summer. By properly insu- the time to plan and prepare for pipes up into the attic. But gable louvers, and add a ridge lating and ventilating the attic their golden years when they were guess what? Heat follows these vent even if you don’t have open you can keep your house much younger. The good news though is paths of least resistance from soffit vents. A whole house fan cooler. that there is still time to plan for re- the basement and floors of your works great in the summer, but You must first identify where tirement and starting today is bet- goal. home up and into the attic. must be insulated to an R 49 in the attic openings are and seal ter than continuing to ignore the is- So, what does all this data tell In winter your attic should the winter or else it’s like leav- Builders & Remodelers Associa- them by utilizing spray foam, sue. us? First, calculating how much you be within 10 degrees of the out- ing a window open in the win- tion of New Hampshire, has over but be careful not to spray foam The EBRI report says that 27% of need to be saving and investing for side temperature, but summer ter. 30 years of green building expe- where fire-rated products be- workers are not at all confident retirement probably means you are heat can raise the temperature rience. He is the owner of Build- long. A simple method to dis- about having a comfortable retire- much more likely to achieve your of the attic to 140 degrees. — Bob Tortorice, Vice Chair ing Alternatives, Inc. and Alter- covering where the holes are is ment and 23% of workers are not goal, even if you don’t start saving That’s worse than the Mojave of Build Green NH of the Home native Energy Audits in Franco- to turn on all the lights of the too confident. This means half of all the ideal amount right away. There Desert and don’t forget about Builders & Remodelers Associa- nia. To learn more, call 823-5100 rooms below the attic floor at workers are, to some degree, not is something to be said about see- the humidity. This heat has tion of New Hampshire and Pres- or go to www.buildingalterna- night. Carefully walking around confident about being able to ing what needs to be done in black nowhere to go but through the ident of the North Country Home tives.com. achieve a comfortable retirement and white on a piece of paper. lifestyle. The good news is that 68% Second, if you don’t know how Community celebrations for North Country of workers say they have saved much you ought to be saving or money for retirement. The bad haven’t made significant strides or Anthology to be funded by NH State Arts Council news however is that 56% of those are not confident about having a folks who have saved for retirement comfortable retirement, you are not The Monadnock Institute of gathering of stories, historical have managed to save less than alone. That doesn’t mean you can Nature, Place & Culture an- photos and maps,” added John $25,000, which, while it is definitely ignore the issue though. Believe me, nounces that the New Hampshire Harris, Executive Director of the better than nothing, just isn’t going retirement is closer than you think State Council on the Arts and the Monadnock Institute. “We could- to be sufficient for most retirees. it is, even if you are only twenty- National Endowment for the Arts n’t have done it without their sup- The other piece of good news in something right now. Time flies by have awarded a grant to the In- port.” the survey is that 42% of workers and it is much easier to prepare for stitute to help fund community “Given that the whole state is have taken the time and effort to retirement if you start at age 25 than celebrations of the publication of celebrating the one hundredth complete a retirement needs calcu- it is to start at age 55. the book, “Beyond the Notches: anniversary of the Weeks Act, the lation, although I think it would be What puzzles me is that 50% of Stories of Place in New Hamp- publication of Beyond the Notch- better if closer to 100% of workers workers are not confident about shire’s North Country,” an an- es brings to light the history of know how much they need to be their future retirement lifestyle and thology of more than forty origi- conservation, recreation, and the saving. Of those who have per- yet only 58% of workers know how much they need to be saving. Why? nal essays featuring North Coun- in case of rain. In Littleton, the or, 400-page book to be published economy of the northern forest,” formed a calculation (or hired a fi- I’m sure the answer is different for try writers. event will be held on the lawn at next month by Littleton-based according to Mike Dickerman, ed- nancial planner to perform the cal- every person. But, if you one of Celebrations will take place in the Community Center or, in the Bondcliff Books will also be avail- itor and publisher of the volume. culation), 25% estimate they need those folks who is concerned about three communities: in Littleton event of rain, inside the Commu- able for purchase. All events are The programs are presented in at least $1 million for retirement and retirement and haven’t done much on June 4, in Conway on June 11, nity Center Annex. free and open to the public. cooperation with the Arts Al- 24% think they will need less than about it, how about making it a pri- and in Colebrook on June 18. Each event will feature the in- Local public libraries are help- liance of Northern New Hamp- $250,000. And, 36% of workers who ority and start planning for your fu- “These were three of our hub troduction of contributing local ing to host the events, and part of shire, which is working with part- have not performed a calculation ture? No matter what the roadblock communities,” said Project Coor- writers, a chance to meet North the program will feature the pres- ners throughout the state on think they will need less than is that is preventing you from sav- dinator Kay Morgan said, “and we Country artist Amy Delventhal entation of complimentary books events celebrating the Weeks Act $250,000 for retirement. I can tell ing for retirement, my suggestion is are delighted to recognize the and see the six paintings she was to the library, the local historical Centennial. you though after completing nu- that you try to work on overcoming writers in each of those areas who commissioned to complete for society and high school library in More information is available merous retirement projections that the obstacles sooner, rather than helped to make this book possi- the book, traditional music by fid- each community. “We want to at each of the public libraries, or unless a retiree has a pension and later, so that you may achieve your ble.” Events will be held from 1 to dler Patrick Ross, and light re- thank all the members of the com- by contacting Kay Morgan at 868- social security and is going to live a desired retirement lifestyle. Odds 3 p.m. on library lawns, or inside freshments. Copies of the full-col- munity who played a role in the 2485. fairly frugal lifestyle, then the $1 mil- lion plus estimate is probably much are, you will thank yourself later. more reasonable than the less than And then if you are ever asked to Soul Icon and social activist Mavis Staples makes a rare NH appearance $250,000 projection. participate in this annual survey, PLYMOUTH — On Sunday, breaking family group, the Staple human beings. And she sounds The EBRI survey also says that you can confidently state that you June 5, legendary rock and soul Singers — is the follow up to “We’ll like she’s in the prime of her life.” the older a worker is, the higher are one of the few workers who is singer Mavis Staples, best known Never Turn Back,” her acclaimed Rolling Stone says the iconic their education level and the high- very confident about having a com- for her early days with the leg- 2007 collection of songs associat- singer has “an overriding sense of er their income, the more likely they fortable retirement. endary Staples Singers, “Respect ed with the civil rights movement, humanity.” We think so and are are to have saved for retirement. Yourself,” “I’ll Take You There,” and to 2009’s Grammy nominated honored to have her come to Ply- And, interestingly, married workers — Cynthia V. Taradash, is a fee- and “Slippery People,” comes to live album “Hope at the Hideout.” mouth. and those who have calculated only financial advisor, holds a Certi- the stage at The Flying Monkey It stakes out surprising new terri- Tickets to Mavis Staples’ per- their retirement needs are more fied Financial Planner certificate and Performance Center. Local Fa- tory for Staples by matching her formance are $40 for Gold Circle likely to save. Also, workers who is the owner of CVT Financial Plan- vorite David Lockwood will be with producer Jeff Tweedy, a fel- and $35 for Reserved Orchestra have calculated their retirement ning. Her web site is www.cvtfinan- opening the night. Mavis has been low Chicagoan who also happens and Tables. Tickets can be pur- needs are much more confident cial.com. She lives and works in about achieving their retirement Whitefield. recognized as a Rock and Roll Hall to lead Wilco, perhaps the most chased online at www.flyingmon- mon Man restaurants in Lincoln, of Famer and has received the respected band working in Amer- keynh.com or by calling the box Ashland, Concord, Claremont, Grammy Lifetime Achievement ica today. office at 536-2551. Dinner is avail- Merrimack, Windham and Free Bethlehem Gazebo concerts Award and the National Heritage “You Are Not Alone” caps an able from 6 to 7 p.m. at an addi- Portsmouth; Common Man Inn & BETHLEHEM — Concerts will blues, rock; July 31 — Parker Hill Fellowship Award. VH1 named incredible decade for Mavis Sta- tional charge. Advanced reserva- Spa, Foster’s Boiler Room and Ital- take place on Sundays from 6 to 8 Rd, bluegrass, modern, pop; Au- her one of the 100 Greatest ples, a resurgence that saw her re- tions for the dining section are re- ian Farmhouse in Plymouth; Com- p.m., rain or shine, at the Behlehem gust 7 — Rock Bottom, traditional Women of Rock and Roll, and ceive Grammy nominations in quired. Doors open at 6 p.m. with mon Man Inn & Restaurant in Gazebo, corner of Main Street and country, new country, rock, &blues; Rolling Stone listed her as one of blues, gospel, folk, and pop cate- the show beginning at 7:30 p.m. Claremont; Lakehouse Grille, Prospect Street, beginning on June August 14 — Deep Fry’d Blues, jazz, the “100 Greatest Singers of All gories. She claims, in fact, that she The Flying Monkey is located Camp, Lago and Town Docks in 26. The schedule is as follows: blues, funk; August 21 — Back Shed Time.” has done so much diverse work at 39 South Main Street in Ply- Meredith; Route 104 Diner in New June 26 — Still Kickin, country, String Band, bluegrass; August 28 With her bold new album, “You recently that, until Jeff Tweedy mouth and is part of The Com- Hampton; Tilt’n Diner in Tilton; rock, folk & pop; July 3 — Wicked — East Bay Jazz, jazz, big band, Are Not Alone,” the legendary vo- helped guide the way, she wasn’t mon Man family. Founded in 1971 Airport Diner in Manchester; Smart Horn Band, blues, swing & swing; and Sept. 4 — Mark Shelton, calist adds a remarkable new sure of her direction. “Mavis is by owner Alex Ray, the Common Common Man Express and the rock; July 10, Berlin Jazz Band, 50’s, 60’s, rock. chapter to an historic career. This the walking embodiment of un- Man family is made up of 18 Common Man Company Store, swing & big band; July 17 — Annie Pack a picnic, bring the family, project — which is being released daunted spirit and courage,” says restaurants, two Inns, a Spa and both in Ashland. For more infor- & the Orphans, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, rock sit back, relax and enjoy the music more than 60 years after she be- Tweedy. “She’s an ever forward Salon and a Company Store. Com- mation, visit thecman.com. & roll; July 24 — Nobby Reed Band, and fun. gan singing with her ground looking, positive example for all mon Man locations include Com-

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Lana Gilcris offers needle felting demo at Fiddleheads Basket Organizer, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with Suzanne Naess. This de- COLEBROOK — Lana Gilcris becoming windows to their vir- lightful basket made on a wooden base with an attached heart handle will be bringing her unique art tual soul. She then turned to felt- has four sections. This organizer makes a fabulous graduation gift filled form of needle felting to Fiddle- ing, using the barbed needle to with desk supplies, or can be used in the kitchen for utensils, napkins, heads, 110 Main Street in Cole- poke into the felting, creating you decide! To register call the Littleton Studio School 603-444-1066. brook on Saturday, June 4, and her whimsical creatures. Lana will be demonstrating her art turns to her art for comfort in Saturday and Sunday, June 4-5 form as well as offering items for times of pain or stress and is The Dalton Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club yard sale at 194 French sale. Lana is part of the “Artisan constantly seeking new art Road in Dalton on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 9 Spotlight” series at Fiddleheads. mediums to learn and explore. a.m. to 3 p.m. No early birds please. Find dishes, small appliances, Lana will be available from 10 Her art room overflows with tools, furniture, clothing, games, books, and more. a.m. to 5 p.m. to answer ques- acrylics, watercolors and oils. tions and show how needle felt- An antique trunk holds her pre- Sunday, June 5 ing is done. She will be happy to cious needle-felting supplies. Red Hat Society, 2 to 4 p.m. — Tea, games and camaraderie. Open share her knowledge with those Lana also has interests in invitation, 1st Sundays. Call the Old Mill Studio in Whitefield, 837-8778. who are interested and let them stained glass, wood-burning and try their hands at needle felting. basket making. This multi-tal- Monday, June 6 Growing up on a 150-acre farm in ented artisan has had her work RESPONSE is offering a Woman's Relationship support group and Northern Vermont, Lana had op- in many shops and galleries and Healthy Relationships on Monday's, for 10 weeks, starting June 6 and portunities to sketch the do- has won several awards as well ents with hotel guests. Lana cur- complimentary refreshments continuing through August 15, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Lancaster of- mestic and wild animals around as being an artisan in residence rently resides in Northern New will be available. For more infor- fice. RESPONSE to Sexual & Domestic Violence is a program of Coös her. The animals seemed to at the Balsams Grand Resort in Hampshire and is pursuing her mation on future Artisan Spot- Family Health Services. FMI: 752-5679. come to life on the canvases she Dixville Notch. She enjoys her Bachelors degree in K-8 educa- lights, visit www.fiddle- created, the eyes of the animals time spent there, sharing her tal- tion. Free raffle gift items and headsusa.com. Thursday, June 9 Writing Group, 6 to 8 p.m. Writing is a craft, too! We all create mean- ing in our lives through the stories we tell. In this supportive, encour- White Mountain Garden Club Symposium and Fair set for July 9 aging group of people, come to the page and just start. No instructor SUGAR HILL — On Saturday, is making plans for a Symposium able to present a Symposium & know how much food to prepare. (based on the teachings of Becky Cummings) — group members take July 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the & Fair to be held on Saturday, Ju- Fair for North Country residents Lunch is a chicken wrap or a veg- turns leading group and providing prompts; donation appreciated; White Mountain Garden Club ly 9, in the beautiful White Moun- and visitors this summer,” says etarian wrap — greens and hum- bring notebook or journal and pen; second and fourth Thursdays, June Symposium and Fair will take tains village of Sugar Hill. The White Mountain Garden Club mus or grilled vegetables — plus 9, 23, July 14, 28. Call the Old Mill Studio in Whitefield, 837-8778. place at the Sugar Hill Meeting Symposium & Fair is a fundrais- President chips, drink and dessert. House and Carolina Crapo Build- er for the club, which was found- Mary Sloat. “We have some For more information, call Friday, June 10 ing — across the street from one ed in 1924 by Mrs. Theodore great workshops and knowledge- Winnie Ward at 586-4372 or Mobius Flower Bracelet, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with Deb Fairchild. another on Route 117 in Sugar Thomas of Bethlehem, a noted able presenters lined up on a va- [email protected]. Mobius Flowers is a fun, new look for chain maille. You’ll use light- Hill. Participate in and enjoy a gardener of the day. As a service riety of topics, along with a nice Presentations will be held at weight aluminum jump rings to create ‘flowers’ to link together in a variety of workshops, floral organization, the club sponsors mix of activities and exhibits. We Carolina Crapo Building, unless colorful, roll-on bangle. To register call the Littleton Studio School 603- crafts sales, plants and floral flower shows, garden tours, auc- hope gardeners will mark their otherwise noted. The schedule is 444-1066. arrangements for sale, displays tions and other events to edu- calendars now and save the date as follows: Peony Specialist Mar- and exhibits, a book sale featur- cate, enlighten and delight gar- for a full day of gardening fun.” ion Schafer, 10 a.m.; Sugar Hill Handwork Club, 1 to 3 p.m. An old-fashioned sewing circle where ing new and old gardening books, deners and other community To reserve a ticket, send a Botanical’s Holly Haywood, 11 we can sit around a table together, sip a cup of tea and share stories. a raffle and a box lunch. The cost members. Proceeds from events check for either $15, for ticket a.m.; Susan Stith of Sugar Hill As the beginning of each meeting we’ll practice some stitches and then is $15 per person without lunch enable the club to contribute only, or $25, to include lunch, Nurseries, potting presentations, work on our own projects. $10 each month, second Fridays, June 10, or $25 per person including money each year for area-wide made payable to White Mountain 1 p.m., at her booth; wildflowers, July 8, August 12. Call the Old Mill Studio in Whitefield, 837-8778. lunch. See below for more infor- civic plantings, and to children’s Garden Club to Karen Jostrum, wildlife and butterflies with Nat- mation. camps and conservation organi- 264 Birches Road, Sugar Hill, NH uralist Bob Durant, 1:30 p.m.; and Saturday, June 11 Spring has finally arrived and zations. 03586. Reservations are appreci- Landscape Designer Erika Bead Swap, 9:30 a.m. Collect those beads and tools you thought the White Mountain Garden Club “We are very excited to be ated, so Garden Club members Krauss, 2:30 p.m. at her booth. you’d use and didn’t — bring and trade ‘em off for some beads and/or findings that you will use. Call the Old Mill Studio in Whitefield, 837- The Lincoln Lawyer now playing at The Colonial 8778. BETHLEHEM — Based on the low-life clients and working out and the massive payoff that's Feature movie show times at Introduction To Jewelry, 10 a.m. to noon. Basic skills for patterns, best-selling legal thriller by of the back of his Lincoln sedan. sure to come with him. But Mick- The Colonial this week are Satur- stringing and wire bending. Each morning a new set of skills leading to Michael Connelly, “The Lincoln Mickey has spent most of his ca- ey soon discovers that he's be- day through Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. the creation of your own unique piece(s). Terry Fitzpatrick Tetreault, Lawyer,” opening on Saturday, reer defending garden-variety come ensnared in a twisted plot and Wednesday at 5:30 (2 for 1 instructor; $18 each session or $45 for 3 sessions + cost of beads May 28, at The Colonial Theatre, criminals, until he lands the case where no fee in the world is high night). For more information (yours or purchased from Terry) and tools if you have them. Call the stars Matthew McConaughey as of a lifetime when he's hired to enough to pay for the deadly about upcoming movies, con- Old Mill Studio in Whitefield, 837-8778. a low-rent defense attorney defend a rich playboy (Ryan workload, and his only hope of certs and other special events named Mickey Haller. Most of the Phillippe) who stands accused of survival may just lay in his own call 869-3422, find The Colonial Patterns, 1 to 3 p.m. What’s with all those circles and triangles? time, Mickey barely keeps his rape and attempted murder. He skills as a long-practiced double- on Facebook or visit on line at Learn how to read and understand garment patterns and what to look head above water, representing eagerly accepts his new client crosser. www.BethlehemColonial.org. for in the purchasing of fabric. Donna Stalaboin, instructor; $25 + pat- tern, and money to shop if you’re taking the PJ class: fabric. Saturdays, St. Johnsbury Athenaeum presents a reading and book signing Sydney Lea June 11 and 25. Call the Old Mill Studio in Whitefield, 837-8778. ST JOHNSBURY, Vt. — On Maxine Kumin’s jacket notes on Lea has received fellowships From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Working with Form and Surface, 9 Wednesday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. Po- “Young of the Year” include, “Mas- from the Rockefeller, Fulbright and a.m. to 4 p.m., with Maureen Mills. Through demonstrations address- et Sydney Lea will be reading from terly narrative, supple lyricism bal- Guggenheim Foundations, and has ing composition of form and surface treatments, students develop a his recently published book, anced by an unflinching honesty, taught at Dartmouth, Yale, Wes- working process that brings basic forms to a new level. To register call “Young of the Year.” The reading Lea's poems inform and surprise leyan, Vermont and Middlebury the Littleton Studio School 603-444-1066. will be followed by a reception and the reader at every turn… this ex- Colleges, as well as at Franklin Col- book signing, upstairs at the traordinary poet finds an elegance lege in Switzerland and the Nation- Sunday, June 12 Athenaeum. and beauty that can be glimpsed al Hungarian University in Bu- Jewelry Findings for Beaders and Jewelers, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with Sydney Lea’s eighth collection throughout his often harsh land- dapest. His stories, poems, essays Joy Raskin. This class is for anyone seeking to learn how to make dif- of poems, “Young of the Year,” takes scape.” and criticism have appeared in The ferent styles of ear wires, wire clasps, pin backs, hairpins and more. His affection for story, moreover, an its title from “the term our old folks Lea is widely known as an adept New Yorker, The Atlantic, The New Also learn techniques for balling up wire for delightful headpins and affection derived in no small meas- use to name a / prior spring’s wild in several genres. He founded New Republic, The New York Times, ear wires. To register call the Littleton Studio School 603-444-1066. things.” Casting a candid, contem- England Review in 1977 and edited Sports Illustrated and many other ure from men and women elders in New England, colors his poetry, just plative look back at a life lived, and it till 1989. Of his seven previous po- periodicals, as well as in more than Thursday, June 23 as a relish for the musical proper- out at a world alive with motion, etry collections, “Pursuit of a forty anthologies. He lives in New- 2011 Best of NH Party, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Verizon Wireless Arena, ties of the word colors his prose. where “kinglets were suddenly fly- Wound,” (University of Illinois bury, Vt., where he is active in Manchester, to benefit NH Food Bank. Cost: Advance tickets, $50; day His lifelong passion for the natural ing / from his south to land all Press, 2000), was one of three final- statewide literacy and conserva- of event, $55; Children, $16; Group tickets, $40 for 10 or more. To en- world informs almost his every ut- around,” “Young of the Year” offers ists for the Pulitzer Prize for poetry. tion efforts. sure the best experience, only a limited number of tickets will be avail- terance. a vital account of human life against The preceding volume, “To the Sydney Lea has been described able. This 10th anniversary party promises to be the best ever, with The program is free and the the awesome scale of the kingdoms Bone: New and Selected Poems,” as “a man in the woods with his food and drink from more than 60 winners, non-stop entertainment, Athenaeum is handicapped acces- of animals, memories, and geology was co-winner of the 1998 Poets’ head full of books, and a man in celebrities, raffles and a special drawing for an all-inclusive trip for two sible. For more information con- alike. Prize. books with his head full of woods.” to a luxury resort in Jamaica. FMI: 624-1442, ext. 129. tact Lisa von Kann at (802) 748-8291. B10 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• LeAnn Rimes to headline Kingdom County’s second season ST JOHNSBURY, Vt. — Based star since Tanya Tucker (in 1972). my of Country Music awards. She Tickets are now available at Cata- sales are available at www.Cata- tions’ performing arts program on the strong audience response Her debut album, Blue, reached is also the youngest person to mount Arts, St. Johnsbury or by mountArts.org. Proceeds will for community programs and to its first full performing arts se- #1 on the Top Country Albums ever win a Country Music Asso- calling 748-2600. 24-hour online benefit Kingdom County Produc- schools. ries, Kingdom County Produc- chart and the album’s lead single ciation award. tions (KCP) has committed to of the same name — originally in- “Fans will be treated to a rare Grand opening for Littleton Area Teen Center Sat. produce a second season that will tended to be recorded by Patsy opportunity to hear LeAnn begin in September and run Cline in the early 60’s — became Rimes’ astonishing voice in the LITTLETON — It’s finally here! Af- pact in local communities. With the own — with arcade games, pool ta- through May 2012. Although the a Top Ten hit. Rimes became an intimate environment of Fuller ter months of demolition, rebuilding, help of many individuals — parents, bles, ping pong table, a lounge area, full schedule will not be released immediate national sensation, Hall,” said KCP Artistic Director, painting, and decorating, doors open teens, young adults, children and café with vending machines, stage until August 1, KCP has an- with many declaring that her Jay Craven. “She’ll be accompa- at the Littleton Area Teen Center on families, business owners, and older and seating area for concerts and nounced its plans to present mul- spectacular voice made her the nied only by guitar, pedal steel, Saturday, June 4, at 9 a.m. Housed in folk — Phase One of The Bridge’s the like, and so much more. Adults ti-platinum Grammy winning finest female country vocalist percussion, and bass. As the the old Hitchner Factory at 70 Red- many community projects is nearly will be onsite during hours of opera- country music star LeAnn Rimes since Cline. Washington Post recently com- ington Street, The Bridge Outreach finished; bringing a first-class teen tion; and a director, trained and cer- in an intimate acoustic concert to LeAnn Rimes has released ten mented, after seeing her in con- Center welcomes everyone to the center to the Littleton area. The Teen tified in youth work, will coordinate benefit KCP’s performing arts studio albums and placed more cert, “Rimes showed she still grand opening celebration of this Center thanks all who have donated and train volunteers to administer programs for the local communi- than 40 singles on the interna- loves what she does, and does it new facility dedicated to youth and financial gifts, building materials, programs offered. teens. and/or hours of time and labor to Come to 70 Redington Street in ty and area schools. Showtime is tional charts. She has sold more incredibly well. She hit notes for In March, the Teen Center was se- make this come to pass. Littleton on June 4 at 9 a.m. for the 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, at Fuller than 37 million records world- the angels.” lected as one of four community im- The Teen Center will be open on Teen Center grand opening celebra- Hall, St. Johnsbury Academy. wide. She has won nearly every The LeAnn Rimes concert is pact projects for 2011 by Building On a regular basis — some weekday af- tion. Light refreshments will be LeAnn Rimes skyrocketed to major country music award, in- being produced by Kingdom Hope, a statewide organization that ternoons, evenings, and on week- served. To RSVP (appreciated) call stardom at the age of 13, becom- cluding two Grammys, 12 Bill- County Productions, working in seeks to identify and promote proj- ends. 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LISBON: BOYNTON APTS 14 South 29th through August 10th). to be made, printed, or published Mon-Fri TWIN $199 FULL $249 Main, 1 & 2 bedrooms starting at Strong organizational skills, PLEASE NOTE! any notice, statement, or QUEEN $299 KING $449!! $130.38 per week includes stove, 8:30-4:00 attention to detail and pediatric advertisement, with respect to IF YOU ARE PLANNING MEMORY FOAM OR LATEX refrigerator, basic heat, hot water and experience required. Competitive the sale, or rental of a dwelling that 1-877-766-6891 TO HAVE A $399-$999! dumpster. Call John 800-852-8624. compensation. Exclusive private indicates any preference, limitation, FREE BED FRAME www.kneenrealty.com or go to school program. or discrimination based on race, YARD SALE OR $20 OFF! Please contact: color, religion, sex, handicap, www.newhampshire Remember to place your RECLINERS $299!!! LITTLETON Edward A. Cooper familial status or national origin, SOFAS $499!! 1 & 2 BR. lakesandmountains.com Head of School Ad the week prior to your or an intention to make any such Apts. WOOD PLATFORM BEDS Wolfeboro: weekend Yard Sale preference, limitation or clean, bright & recently 24/7 $199-$399! The Summer Boarding School discrimination.” renovated. EARLY! NH MADE SHAKER DINING Personals PO Box 390, (The Fair Housing Act of Avail. immediately! AND BEDROOM 20% OFF! IF YOU USED THE ANTIBIOTIC 93 Camp School Road 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c)) Heat included. LOG, ADIRONDACK AND DRUG LEVAQUIN AND SUFFERED A Wolfeboro, NH 03894-0390 This paper will not knowingly Location within walking You can place your ad RUSTIC STYLE FURNITURE TENDON RUPTURE, you may be enti- E:[email protected] accept any advertising which is in distance to downtown. 20% OFF! tled to compensation. Call Attorney F:(603) 569-4080 online 24/7 at: violation of the law. Our readers Overlooking the river in quiet, FREE LOCAL DELIVERY! Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727. www.newhampshire are hereby informed, that all well managed building. LOTS MORE! dwellings advertised in this Ref., Sec. Dep. and 1 yr. lease Thank You Professional & Technical lakesandmountains.com CALL JASON 603-662-9066 newspaper are available on an required. No pets. No smoking. FOR OTHER SPECIALS Help Wanted equal opportunity basis. For more details call AND DETAILS! Thank you POSITION AVAILABLE for a full- or To complain of discrimination call HUD 603-823-9099 evenings or EMAIL: jayw100@yahoo .com toll free at for browsing time sales agent or associate broker for Call Our Main Call Center 603-616-7770 daytime. busy office at Loon Mountain. Contact 1-800-669-9777. For The Washington DC area, The Town To Town Brent at 603-520-7888 or 1-877-766-6891 Old NH Fish and Game, ca. 1890, please call HUD at 275-9200. Littleton - 1st floor, 1 bedroom w/heat Classifieds! [email protected] bearing laws, penalties and seasons on The toll free telephone number incl-$575/mo - coin op W/D - no pets - Deadline For Current Week moose, caribou, furbearers, fish, etc. for the hearing impaired is non- smoking environment. Equine Measures 12”x18”. May be seen at the Mon. 10:30am 1-800-927-9275. Call Herbie @ Reinhold Associates, GREAT NORTH Coös County Democrat, 79 Main St., HORSE BOARDING, LESSONS You may also call LLC 603-823-7700 x206. BERLIN REPORTER Lancaster, NH. The New Hampshire ★ Boarding $300/mo. includes hay, Price, $4; if mailed, $8. grain, water, turnout, stall clean- Commission for Human Rights Coins & Stamps Call 603-788-4939 or email at 603-271-2767, or write ing, shavings, and riding ring use. COOS COUNTY [email protected] The Commission at LITTLETON - 2 bedroom, Main St. Lessons $30/hr. age 10 and up. DEMOCRAT Highest 163 Loudon Road, Heat, utilities included. No pets. Norman Pelletier, Instructor - Wanted To Buy Concord, NH 03301 $700/mo Call Dan 444-7776. ★ Sunset Hill Stables of Bethlehem. $$ Prices $$ Neither the publisher nor the LITTLETON - Very nice 3 bedroom Call 603-444-6068. LITTLETON COURIER Paid Private Collector advertiser will be liable for misinforma- apartment. Good location. Porch/pri- tion, typographical errors, etc. herein vate entrance. Heat, hot water and Do not sell until you have Pet Care Buying Paintings contained. The Publisher reserves the electricity included. W/D hookup. checked our buy prices. Publication Rates (30 words) right to refuse any advertising. Parking. Available immediately. Buying all US and foreign by Cape Ann and White Mt. Artists $25-1 Week DO YOU NEED Reference, deposit and 1st month. Year copper, gold and silver coins. Champney, Shapleigh, Gruppe and $46-2 Weeks FINANCIAL HELP Apartments For Rent lease. Call 603-444-2468. Buying estate jewelry, Hibbard, etc. $67-3Weeks with spaying or altering damaged jewelry, Immediate payment LITTLETON 1800 Antique $84-4Weeks of your dog or cat? dental gold, sterling silver. made. New England Family Housing Farmhouse Large apartment 2 BR, LR, Call 603-224-1361 before 2 pm. Send photos Call Our Main Call Center Free oral appraisals. DR, eat-in kitchen, new, wide pumpkin PO Box 2180 1-877-766-6891 North Country Coins, pine floors, garage, DW, Wash/Dry. Wolfeboro, NH New paint. Non-smoking, no pets, Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00 Pets & Breeders Main Street, 03894 www.nefamilyhousing.com heavy yardwork. References required. Deadline: Plymouth, NH. [email protected] 603-744-3551 $695/mo. including utilities. E-mail Monday 10:30AM call Tim @ 603-569-3510 info: [email protected] 1 603-536-2625 Newly renovated units now available! LITTLETON 2nd floor 2BR with Fuel/Wood New hardwood floors, ceramic tile, or place online 24/7 at: DOGS, PUPPIES, KITTENS WANTED TO BUY kitchen cabinets, dishwashers, paint, new flooring and new windows. newhampshire of various ages, breeds, mixtures, •Antiques •Silver •Gold doors, windows, etc. Most units exceed Plenty of closet space, onsite laun- IT'S GRILLING TIME! Make the available for adoption to approved, CHRIS LORD Energy Star Ratings! Many units right dry, $725/mo. includes heat, lakesandmountains.com good times last - Don't run out of good homes! Please adopt so more on the ATV trail! Washer & Dryer garbage removal. No dogs, no Gas. Stop at BigRock ANTIQUES needy critters can be taken in and hookups and heat included. Units are smoking. Call 603-838-6528. Campground to get 20 to 100lb One Item or Entire Estate. helped. Call for appointment. not government subsidized. Non-Profit Events to PROPANE tanks filled. Save with Cash paid for all antiques. Donations of money & items LITTLETON–1 bedroom apartment, Support multi-tank discount card. Tues- Antique furniture, phonographs, A NEWER BUILDING IN WHITE- needed for the new area shelter. $595/month includes utilities and rub- Sun 922-3329. telephones, clocks, radios, FIELD: 2 BR, Refrig, stove, hookup for Licensed, tax exempt! Call bish removal. Private entrance. scientific instruments, W/D, heat, hot water, trash removal. Lancaster Humane Society Security deposit required. old weathervanes, paintings, $690/mo. No pets. Call 603-586-7841. ✚ 603-788-4500 N.H.DEPT. of Agriculture weights lamps, antique dolls and toys, Conveniently located to everything. No BETHLEHEM, NH 2 blocks from or write LHS, RR 2 #564, Lancaster & Measures Law requires: that guns, swords, duck decoys, coins, pets, please. Call 991-3631 or 444- Main St. includes heat, hot water, NH 03584 cordwood (fire wood) must: military items, books, 6771, ask for Julie. snow, trash removal. Quiet, adjacent The American 1. Be sold by the cord or fraction of old photography. LITTLETON: 1 bedroom, first floor golf courses, 15 minutes from Canaan N.H. Law Requires that dogs and a cord; Buying antiques apartment. Good condition. Laundry Red Cross or Bretton Woods. cats... 2. Contain 128 cubic feet per cord on-site. Includes heat, hot water, park- for over 20 years! 2BR ground floor, porch, upgrades The need 1. Not be transferred when stacked; ing, nice yard. Near town. No smok- Home: (207) 676-1034 $725/mo. before 8 weeks old. 3. Be accompanied by sales slip stat- ing, cat okay. $600/month. Available will continue. Cell: (207) 233-5814 1BR 2nd floor, porch, bright, 2. Have Vet’s health ing the amount of wood sold & the now. For blood and monetary MAINE & NH upgrades $625/mo. Call 869-2244. certificate within price. Anthony 617-840-5595. donation information call: 14 days of transfer. 1-800-262-2660 3. Be inoculated. BETHLEHEM. Small ground LITTLETON: First floor, 2 bedroom This applies to all dogs & cats, Misc. For Sale Mobile & Modular floor 1 bedroom apt. NO SMOK- apartment. Modern kitchen, W/D mongrel or purebred, gift or Homes ING. NO DOGS. Available imme- hookups, fenced yard, porch. diately. Rent $385.00 + utilites. Convenient location. Heat & hot water Business & Work sale, planned or accidental litters. BED ORTHOPEDIC REFERENCES. PROOF OF included. Parking. $850 per month. Options 11” THICK SUPER NICE NEW 14 WIDES INCOME, LEASE AND SECURITY References. Call King Covey, Agent 1-877-FTC-HELP Appliances/Used PILLOWTOP $26,995, $34,995 or 28 WIDES DEPOSIT REQUIRED. Call 444-6737. Call the Federal Trade Commission MATTRESS & BOX GUILDHALL,VT - fairly new 250 gal- $49,995, $55,995 Myriam at 603-616-7280 before embarking on a new business 10 YR. WARRANTY LITTLETON: Modern small 1 bed- lon oil or kerosene tank Must pick up. Mod Cape: $67,995, endeavor. This will protect you and NEW IN PLASTIC room apt, close to town, $550/mth $150 OBO. 802-328-4522 or 603-631- 2 Story Mod; $85,995, BETHLEHEM: Efficiency units. No allow you to proceed with confidence. COST $1,200 includes heat/hot water and rubbish 2758. all on display smoking, No pets, Security deposit This message and number is SELL QUEEN $299 removal. 838-2281 WWW.CH-H.Com required. Utilities and cable included. provided by the Auctions/Antiques/Aucti FULL $270, KING $450 LITTLETON: New Large 2 bedroom Open daily & Sunday 603-444-2075 Salmon Press Regional Classifieds oneers CAN DELIVER. apartment. Close to downtown CALL 603-235-1773 Camelot Homes, Rt. 3, Tilton and the FTC. BETHLEHEM: Newly renovated Littleton. Includes heat, rubbish General Help Wanted Auctioneers 2nd floor, 1BR, with large yard removal and parking. No pets. Call C.W. Gray & Sons, Inc. and onsite laundry. $540/mo. No 603-616-8814. BEDROOM 7PC RENT TO OWN: WHITEFIELD LABORERS WANTED East Thetford, VT. dogs, no smoking. SOLID CHERRY SLEIGH, Brand new Luxurious Colony WINN ASSOCIATES PROPERTY Bread Loaf Corporation is seeking BETHLEHEM: Newly renovated 802-785-2161 DRESSER/MIRROR, CHEST Mobile Home. Move in Today! 14’ MANAGEMENT INC construction laborers on a tempo- 1st floor, 1BR, large yard, onsite Farm equipment. & consignment AND NIGHT STAND x 80’, concrete pad, 2BR, 2 bath, 69 Meadow Street, rary basis for a job located at the laundry. $595/mo. includes elec- sales. Livestock dealer. (ALL DOVETAIL) den/office, large lot, roofed porch, PO Box 966, Littleton, NH Littleton Middle School and tric/hot water. No dogs, no smok- NEW! IN BOXES trees. Close to Mt. View Grand 603-444-0709 Career Center. Interested candi- ing. Barn/Garage/ Yard Sales COST $2,200, SELL $895 Hotel in Country Village M/H/P. [email protected] dates can download an application Call 603-838-6528. BILLS COLLECTABLES Liquidation/ 603-235-1773 Own your own home! Taking Please visit our website from our website, www.bread- Moving SALE - Open Fri., Sat., Sun. at 617 applications now with $13,000 www.winnrentalsplus.com loaf.com, and bring it to the job Main Street in Lancaster, or by appoint- down. ($725/mo. includes lot FRANCONIA - 1 BR apartment, near trailer located at 102 School rent) Call 603-837-2767. town, first floor location, includes hot LISBON ment. Call 788-4518. Dealers Welcome. CABINETS CUSTOM Street on Wednesday, June 1st, water, washer/dryer & new refrigerator. 1 Bdrm 2nd flr apt Heat & Hot LAKEVIEW FLEA MARKET WE ARE GLAZED SOLID MAPLE from 1:00-3:00pm. You will be surprised at the Price, $695/mo. Call 823-8507. A Franconia water included- $550/mo OPEN SATURDAY'S ONLY 10AM-5PM. NEVER INSTALLED Quality & Value of our Manufactured Notch Vacations Property. 2 Bdrm 3rd flr apt Heat & Hot LOOKING FOR NEW VENDORS,CALL YOU MAY ADD OR SUBTRACT LINCOLN––Experienced line cook, Homes! Bean’s Homes, 92 Back JEFFERSON MEADOWS: 1BR water included - $ 700/mo GEORGE (603) 998-9863 WE ARE TO FIT KITCHEN prep person and part time waitress. Center Rd. Lyndonville, VT (800) 321- includes heat, snow & garbage LOCATED INSIDE THE PAUGUS BAY COST $6,000 Apply in person at Sunny Day Diner or 8688. www.beanshomes.com Open 7 removal, satellite, stove, refrigerator, WHITEFIELD PLAZA 131 LAKE STREET GILFORD SACRIFICE $1,750 call 254-6314. days a week. gardening. Call 603-586-7902 for 3 Bdrm 2nd and 3rd flr apt Heat & N.H. TABLES ARE $10.00 EACH. CALL 603-235-1695 application. Hot water included- $ 750/mo B12 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 ••• TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS

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WHITEFIELD, In Town, 1000-1400 sf LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE retail/office space for rent. $500.00 per BOAT SLIPS AT month. Ground Floor just off the com- SUNSET LODGES mon. Call 603-837-3480, 10:00 am to IN TUFTONBORO 7:00 pm. From $1500 for May-October 2011. On-site parking, spacious Furnished Apartments slips, next to Winter Harbor. BETHLEHEM - Nice 1 Bedroom Small and medium boats only. Apartment, weekly or monthly, fur- Summer cabin rentals also avail- nished, all utilities included, reason- able. 569-2636. ably priced. $550/mo. $140/wk. Call www.sunsetlodges.com 444-6061. Houses For Rent LANDAFF - Modern, very cute 2 bed- room with added sleeping or work- space loft, one bath, log cabin style, Apartments year round, large porch with great views, small farm pond, full cement New Homes basement. 3 small garages, woodshed, 3.5 acres, private, oil heat, woodstove possible, available soon. No smoking, pets negotiable. $1150/month. Call 1- Condominiums 781-259-9124. LITTLETON: 2 Bedroom House for rent. New construction, energy effi- Rentals Northern Community Investment Corporation cient, deck, stove, microwave, dish- washer, pantry, w/d, 2 baths. Business Resource Manager $1,300/month. Call 603-616-8931. Land RENTALS Do you enjoy Financial Analysis? INTERESTED IN RENTING YOUR Is multi-tasking easy for you? HOME! See Peabody & Smith Realty Do you want to assist businesses in local communities? Rentals in the REAL ESTATE section. Northern Community Investment Corporation (NCIC) has an MOBILE HOME LOT for rent. exceptional opportunity for a unique individual with a proven Available now in a resident owned track record as a successful and innovative business manag- park in Bethlehem, NH. Lot rent $230/mo. Please call 869-2484 or No matter which way er and lender. We seek a person with: vision; a wide-ranging 869-3157 if interested. you’re headed in the business and/or lending experience; ability to analyze details and manage multiple projects with excellent follow through. Rooms For Rent housing market, we can The ideal candidate has: the ability to understand and inter- FRANCONIA - Private Motel Style make the traveling Rooms w/baths in town, Newly easier. For area listings, pret commercial financial records, financial transactions Renovated. Close to Local amenities. and tax returns; a track record of leadership and strategy Utilities included, off street parking, see our Real Estate nice yard, No Dogs. $115.00 weekly, development; experience working directly with entrepre- plus security. Call 603-860-0086. pages. We can point you neurs; and an ability and interest in traveling throughout in the right direction. NCIC’s region so as to know the interest and needs of busi- Cleaning ness owners and our funding partners. EXPERIENCED HOUSE CLEANER The New Hampshire Department of Corrections announces Ready to take on the basic indoor A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management chores you would like to do without. recruitment for: WARDEN or equivalent and five to seven years of business experience Littleton area. Call 603-838-2414 The Department is seeking a progressive and experienced criminal justice professional to serve as in a like position. The candidate should have strong interper- General Services the Warden for our Northern New Hampshire Correctional Facility located in Berlin. This posi- sonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly. The can- tion will be responsible for directing, planning and implementing major departmental and facility Salmon Press didate should have a track record of working effectively in a objectives in operation of a 600 bed institution. team environment. Grants management experience helpful. has Candidates must have a minimum of ten years’ of progressively responsible experience associat- ed with the criminal justice system having responsibility for programs, security and budget plan- We offer a competitive benefits package including paid vaca- Eleven ning which also included executive level management responsibilities and experience working tions and holidays, 403(b) retirement plan and health insur- Newspapers with employee labor unions and employee grievance procedures. Possess a Bachelor’s degree in ance. criminal justice, human services, social sciences, public administration or related field. Desired in N.H. abilities include: communicating effectively and dealing with employees, inmates and the public Application deadline: June 15, 2011 Ask about the all paper with diplomacy. Ability to develop, implement, interpret and evaluate the efficiency and effec- Send response to: buy that includes tiveness of complex statutes, rules, regulations, as well as Departmental and institutional policies the website and procedures. Think and act quickly during an emergency; follow oral and written instructions; Jane Newland, and plan, assign and direct work of others. Northern Community Investment Corporation, 4 weeks (30 words) 347 Portland Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, Successful applicants will have well-developed managerial, leadership, communication and inter- $120.00!!!!! personal skills necessary to deal effectively with a wide spectrum of audiences, and facilitate con- [email protected]. sensus building and collaborate relationships with internal and external partners. Call Our Main Call Center 1-877-766-6891 Salary range: $74,296 - $98,691. Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00 To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume by June 17, 2011. New Hampshire Department of Corrections or place online 24/7 at: Attention: Bureau of Human Resources www.newhampshire P. O. Box 1806 lakesandmountains.com Concord, New Hampshire 03302-1806 Phone: (603) 271-5650, Fax: (603)271-3345 Deadline: E-mail: [email protected] Monday 10:30AM EOE

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OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE HELP WANTED A senior-service-based nonprofit serving eight communities in Northern New The Town of Jefferson will be accepting Hampshire, and entering its’ 7th year of applications for part time help at the volunteer-based services is searching for Transfer Station. The position will be for an interim Executive Director. The ideal candidate will possess initiative and drive, and will have the experience 10 to 20 hours per week. Applicant must and ability to lead the organization in the fulfillment of be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds. its mission. Formal education and/or practical experi- Applications can be picked up at the ence in business management and the Human Services field are necessary. Experience with the elderly is a must. Town Office Monday through Thursday between 7:30 am and 3:30 pm and Send Resume to: BOD Caleb Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers Friday before Noon. at 38 King's Square, Suite 9, Whitefield, NH 03598.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS School Administrative Unit 36 SAU #58 Seeks PAVING - WMRHS VACANCIES 2011-2012 SAU 36/White Mountains Regional School District is seeking ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL proposals to pave the lower third of the large parking lot at Northumberland School District • Part-time One-on-one Paraprofessional Competitive Salary and Benefits White Mountains Regional High School, 127 Regional Road, Whitefield, NH. A mandatory site visit is required for pro- Sign language would be helpful posals to be considered at which time a more detailed Application Deadline: June 10, 2011 specification will be reviewed. Arrangements for the site Application deadline: June 7, 2011 visit can be made by contacting Rick Vashaw, Director of Starting Date: Buildings and Grounds, at 837-9363. Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, July 1, 2011 or as soon thereafter as possible Proposals will be received at the SAU 36 office until Monday, current resume, and three current letters of reference. June 13, 2011, no later than 1:00 p.m. and will be read aloud For application materials and further information, contact: immediately after this hour. Proposals must be submitted in a Carrie Irving, Superintendent Secretary • SAU #58 Roxanne Hartlen sealed envelope labeled in the lower left-hand corner, “Paving 15 Preble Street • Groveton, NH 03582 Adm. Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools Proposal--WMRHS”. Telephone and FAX proposals will not be Ph: 603-636-1437 • Fax: 603-636-6102 EOE White Mountains Regional School District • SAU #36 accepted. Ample time should be allowed for the transmittal of 14 King Square bids by mail. A postmark indicating the date of mailing will Whitefield, New Hampshire 03598 not be considered as evidence of intent to submit bids in prop- www.sau36.org er time. The awarding of bids will occur as soon as possible WHITE MOUNTAINS REGIONAL after school board approval. TEL.: 603-837-9363/FAX: 603-837-2326 SCHOOL DISTRICT Email: [email protected] SAU 36/White Mountains Regional School District reserves the 2011-2012 School Year right to reject any or all proposals submitted. White Mountains Regional High School • Horticulture Teacher SAU #58 • Math Teachers (2) VACANCIES • Earth and Space Science Teacher 2011-2012 • Science Teacher (.4 FTE) Groveton Elementary and High Schools • Social Studies Teacher (.4 FTE) • Part-time Music Teacher • Spanish Teacher (.6 FTE) • Math Teacher (.4 FTE) Stratford Public School (K-8) • Part-time Physical Education Teacher Lancaster Elementary School • Part-time Guidance Counselor • MS Math Teacher • Part-time Media Generalist Whitefield Elementary School • Part-time World Language • MS English/Language Arts Teacher • Half-time Kindergarten Teacher • Full time 7th/8th Grade Science/ District Math Teacher • Building Maintenance • Full time 7th/8th Grade English/ Submit resume to Office of Superintendent of Schools Social Studies Teacher ATTN: Roxanne Hartlen, Admin. Asst. 14 King Square • Whitefield, NH 03598 Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, (603) 837-9363 • web site: www.sau36.org resume, transcripts, certification and 3 letters of reference. Positions Open Until Filled • EOE Carrie Irving, Secretary • SAU #58 15 Preble Street • Groveton, NH 03582 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Ph: 603-636-1437 • Fax: 603-636-6102 EOE PART-TIME SERVICE WRITER/ OFFICE MANAGER North Country Ford Autobody, a well established and busy collision repair center located in Lancaster, has an immediate opening for a part-time service writer and office manager. This new position would be 25 +/- hours per week with the possibility of becoming full time. Duties would include the management of repair orders, interfacing with insurance companies, billing, parts and supplies ordering and more. The ideal candidate must have excellent computer, telephone and organizational skills. Prior automotive repair experience is preferred but is not necessary. Mail resumes to: North Country Ford P.O. Box 468 Lancaster NH, 03584 Attention: Michael or Keith Kopp B14 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT JUNE 1, 2011 •••