January 02, 2014

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Police chief’s resignation, conservation efforts among top stories in 2013 BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected]

The resignation of the police chief, plans for Liberty Hill, and a major conservation effort were among the stories making headlines in Gilford in 2013. Gilford Police Chief Kevin Keenan resigned from his position a few months after being placed on administrative leave. Keenan, a 20-year veter an of the department who

was promoted to the posi tion of Chief of Police fol lowing the departure of for mer chief John Markland in late 2011, was placed on leave by the board of select men following a non-public meeting some time before Aug. 29. On Nov. 20, Keenan offered his resignation during a board of selectmen’s meeting. Keenan came before the board to read a statement announc-

County Commission presents selectmen with plans for new correctional facility BY EMILY WOODWARD Contributor

The Belknap County Commissioners’ office discussed plans for a new community correctional facility at last Wednesday’s Board of Selectmen meeting. Commissioner Richard Thomas was present to address questions and explain what the new plan entails. Thomas stated county expenditures have been stable since 2008, and that the new building will have improvements to facilities, including the jailhouse and courthouse with stimulus money. No new positions have been created, and no job cuts have occurred. “With rising costs, there is an income problem, not a spending problem,” he said. “We are working on a budget of 2008, for year 2014.” He also stated the current jail has been covering up by use of “Band-aids” for the past 30 years in efforts to repair problems as they arise. Credit ratings have never been more important while creating a new building, and they are unable to replenish the fund balance. Taxes have gone up four percent since last year. Negotiations are currently underway for this project. Plans to finish the $100,000 surveillance system at the county complex are being finished with the safety of administrators and employees as the top priority. The current correctional facility was built for 88 occupants, and now supplies 153 inmates with room and board and transportation. Since the PRE Act (Prison, Rape, Elimination Act) came into effect, those three areas became their biggest concern. The county nursing home, which is #1 in New Hampshire, has had three positions cut. They are currently looking for ways to reduce costs while continuing to do well. The Commissioners have had 14 requests for upgrades. The projected cost for the new facility is $3.2 million, approximately $400,000 a year. This cost includes HVAC design of the

current facility and temporary housing. Thomas stated they plan to stay as close to the business model as possible by combining positions, and streamlining operations. The help of excellent management has been crucial to this success thus far. The next Board of Selectmen meeting is Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. at Gilford Town Hall.

ing that with “tremendous regret” and “a sense of duty and accountability to the citizens of Gilford,” he had decided to resign from his position as chief of police. Keenan read a strongly-worded statement to the selectmen outlining the matters that ultimately led to him resigning. He said the process started with his admission to the selectmen of a previous relationship with a female officer. While he said he thought he would have the board’s confidence, the matter led to an investigation and being placed on leave. Keenan strongly criticized town officials for the actions against him. He concluded his statement by thanking the residents of Gilford for their support and friendship over the years of his service, as well as members of the police department for their support. He also thanked his family for their support, and apologized to them “for the embarrass ment that my conduct has caused.” Keenan ended the state-

ment saying, “I resign.” Adhering to their deci sion not to comment pub licly on the circumstances of Keenan’s suspension, the selectmen voted 2-1, with Selectman Gus Benavides dissenting, to accept his resignation. In Keenan’s absence, Lt. James Leach was placed in temporary command of the police depart ment as the board of selectmen formed a search committee to begin the task of seeking out a more permanent replacement. The Department of Environmental Services held a public information meeting outlining the plans for removing the tar buried in the ground at Liberty Hill. The final design was the result of a compromise between the property’s owner Liberty Utilities and the DES. Michael McCluskey of the DES’s Hazardous Waste Remediation Bureau said after a few years of discussions compromises on plans, the DES approved a plan on Dec. 18, 2012, authorizing Liberty Utilities

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Officer Adam Vansteensburg demonstrates Gilford’s new police dog Ike during the Bowwow Fest in May. to proceed with implementing it. Jim Ash of GEI Consultants outlined the process of how the plan will be implemented and the tar mitigated. The original plan involved removing around 81,000 cubic feet of soil, the new proposed amount is around 45,000 cubic feet. Ash said the first plan in-

volved removing clean soil and soil with thin seams of tar, now the plan will only target soil with unacceptable levels of contaminants. This plan to remove all but small seams did raise some concerns among residents and town officials. Ash said 99.8 percent of the contaminated material will SEE TOWN REVIEW PAGE A9

Gilford-based authors showed their talents in 2013 BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected]

Bookshelves were lined with books by authors from Gilford, ranging from stories from the lake to stories of historical figures. The beauty, danger, and mysteriousness of Lake Winnipesaukee was the inspiration for a book written by a local author that was released around the country in 2013. Abi Maxwell of Gilford worked as an assistant librarian at the Gilford Public Library as her book “Lake People,” hit the shelves. The book was inspired by her lifelong connection

to the lake. “Lake People” is set in a fictional small town of Kettleborough, New Hampshire. The main character is Alice, who was discovered in a boathouse as an infant, and is adopted by a young couple. When she grows older, Alice searches for her roots and learns of the women who came before her and her own close connection to the lake. Maxwell grew up in Tilton, and spent much of her life by the lake. She said her own connection to the lake inspired the book. That lake was just a vision of beauty and timelessness to me,” she said.

high school English in Lisbon, and the stepdaughter of Diane Hochsprung, the principal of Sandy Hook Elementary School, who died during the attack. Lawton said this event represents another great act of kindness and a way for people to show their humanity in the face of such evil. The daylong activity raised more than $31,000 for the 26.4.26 Foundation. The community came together for a local boy who has battled a brain tumor John Bradley Thomp son is a first grader at Gilford Elementary School. In June, he was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glio ma (DIPG) disease, an aggressive tumor located in the middle of the brain stem. He has undergone treatment at St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Nashville and was able to return home in August In September, the moth-

in World War II. Around 40 soldiers from New Hampshire who died during World War II are now buried in Henri-Cha¬pelleCemetery in Belgium. Fogg’s book “The Granite Men of Henri-Chapelle” chronicles the stories of these soldier’s lives. Fogg put in extensive research and efforts to find who these men were, speak to their families, and share their stories. The project started when Fogg found the grave of her great uncle, PFC Paul LaVoie. LaVoie was from Nashua, and was killed in action during World War II. In February of 2009, Fogg said she made the decision to find her Uncle Paul. After extensive research, she found his grave at Henri Chapelle and saw the graves of other New Hampshire soldiers. Over the course of a few years, Fogg researched the lives of 40 soldiers from New Hampshire buried or listed at Henri-Chapelle Cemetery in Belgium who died during World War II. The results of her research and interviews with family members was document¬ed in “The Granite Men of Henri Chapelle.” Fogg is now working on a similar project for the soldiers at Henri-Chapelle from Vermont. Leo Rogers, a summer resident of Gilford, wrote a book about his vast collection of knights along with the history behind them. It started with a threefoot metal knight from an antique store, now Rog¬ers has amassed a “motley collection” of 75 knights of all shapes and sizes. Behind this hobby is a life-

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Carol Lee Anderson was one of many authors from Gilford who released books in 2013. A journey of family discovery lead Author Aimee Fogg to a passionate project

documenting soldiers from New Hampshire buried in a cemetery for those who fell

Gilford schools receive accolades, benefit community in 2013 BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected]

Accolades and generosity were some of the main themes of stories from the Gilford School District in 2013. Walkers and runners of all ages representing school districts across the state took to the streets of Gilford and Laconia in honor of the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy. On April 14, the four-

month anniversary of the attack on Sandy Hook Elementary School, more than 1,500 people from 78 school districts across the state gathered in Gilford for Schools 4 Schools; a marathon length relay organized by Gilford Elementary School principal Danielle Bolduc benefiting the 26.4.26 Foundation. Each mile was dedicated in the name of each victim. The 26.4.26 Foundation

aims to implement, develop, and fund athletic and team building programs in schools. The foundation has also worked closely with the families of the Sandy Hook victims. Robbie Bruce, founder and CEO of the 26.4.26 Foundation, came to the New Hampshire event from Tennessee and spoke to the participants. Also speaking at the opening ceremony was Amy Lawton; a

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Runners take the streets for the 26.4.26 relay in April that starting in Gilford and ran through Laconia.

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Notes from the Gilford Public Library BY MOLLY HARPER Library Correspondent

With the start of each New Year, making resolutions can be a fun, creative tradition. While some may resolve to work out more, be a better friend, or finally finish that project in the garage, here at the library I’m working on my New Year’s Reading Resolutions! Although I make an effort to read at least a little every day, sometimes my reading habits need a little help. I can get stuck on a single author or series, or start re-reading books because I’m not sure if I want to branch out into different genres. I also often lose track of which books I’ve read or not - it can be frustrating to get five pages into a story and suddenly remember how it ends. To help me with some of my bad reading habits, I’ve compiled a reading resolutions list. Perhaps there are some resolutions here that you can adopt too! 1. Start a reading log. One of my worst reading habits is that I rarely record the books I read or enjoy. Writing down what

you’ve read can help you keep track of all of the different authors and series you discover and is a great resource to turn to when friends ask for recommendations! 2. Read more debuts. A debut is the first book that an emerging author writes. Reading debuts is a great way to discover new authors and series. Some of my favorite books have been debuts, and now I eagerly anticipate these authors’ future releases! 3. Try out a new author, genre, or series. Branching out into different genres and series can have surprising results. I never thought I was a thriller or suspense fan until I checked out a series by Chelsea Cain – now I’m hooked! Even within genres, books can vary greatly. If you didn’t like a certain historical fiction book, don’t discount the entire genre – try a different author, and you may get a surprise like I did. Check out the resources and recommendations at the circulation desk, or pick up a copy of BookPage in the library’s vestibule for some

Gilford Public Library Top Ten Requests

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“The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt “The Longest Ride” by Nicholas Sparks “Three Can Keep a Secret” by Archer Mayor “Sycamore Row” by John Grisham “King & Maxwell” by David Baldacci “The Gods of Guilt” by Michael Connelly “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak “Thankless in Death” by J.D. Robb “Winners” by Danielle Steel “We Are Water” by Wally Lamb

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suggestions on what to read next. 4. Have more mixed-media check-outs. The Library is not just for books anymore! We have hundreds of popular movies, music CD’s, and audio books, along with an impressive collection of magazines. If I find myself with a rather homogenous stack of items at check-out, I like mix it up! I try to check out a movie, magazine, or audio book and take advantage of all the different materials the Library has to offer. Happy New Year, and Happy Reading from all of us here at the Gilford Public Library!

French for Preschoolers (Ages three to five years), 10 – 10:30 a.m. Learn French through games and songs. What could be better? Sign up in the Children’s Room. Storytime (Ages three to five years), 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Let’s sing songs, read some stories, enjoy a snack and create a craft. It’s a perfect way to work on those early literacy skills and gain a little sense of independence. Group size is limited to 14 children to enhance this special time for your preschooler. Signup in the Children’s Room is required. The theme for this seven-week session is Chill Out and READ.

Drop-In Rug Hooking, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Babygarten (Birth-18 months), 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. Sign up in the Children’s Room. The theme for this seven-week session is Chill Out and READ! Diabetes Support Group, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Becky Vallar will lead a monthly support group on the first Tuesday of the month. Wednesday, Jan. 8 Line Dancing for Beginners, 9 – 10 a.m. Check – Out – An – Expert!, 10 a.m. – noon. Do you have basic questions about what to do with your computer or need help with

downloading audio books or using our telescope? Come Check – Out – An Expert! Social Bridge, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. E.R.A. “Beaded Wrap Bracelets” (Teens), 1 – 2 p.m. Come create a beautiful piece of jewelry! You’ll be the envy of all your friends. Wendy Oellers will show you how to make your own beaded wrap brace.et. Sign up at the Circulation Desk is required. After School Art Adventure (K-Grade 4), 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Learn how to make your own beaded wrap brace.et. Sign up in the Children’s Room is required.

Classes & Special Events Jan. 2 - 8 Thursday, Jan. 2 Conversational French, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Crafter’s Corner, 6-7:30 p.m. Bring your latest design and work in a relaxed corner of the library. Friday, Jan. 3 Social Bridge, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Knit Wits, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Conversational German Class, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. If German is your second (or third) language and you would like to maintain your skill, this weekly class is for you. Monday, Jan. 6 Chill Out and READ! (Preschool – Grade 4), 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sign up for our Winter Reading Program through the whole month of January. Read and earn some “cool” prizes! When you come to the Children’s Room to sign up, be sure to pick up your reading log! Mahjong, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Lego Legion, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Every first and third Monday of each month join us for Lego Club! Tuesday, Jan. 7 Conversational

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LRPC TAC Committee meets Wednesday CENTER OSSIPEE — The Lakes Region Planning Commission (LRPC) Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at the Freight House at 1 Moultonville Road, Center Ossipee.

The TAC will discuss recommendations to be included in a draft Regional Transportation Plan. A presentation by Bill Oldenburg, Administrator and Michelle Marshall, Highway Safety Engineer from the NH Department

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of Transportation Bureau of Highway Design, will focus on the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and a changed format for conducting Road Safety Audits (RSA). The purpose of the HSIP is to achieve a significant reduction in traffic fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. The RSA process is designed to assess potential safety improvements at intersections and on road segments of concern. The LRPC Transportation TAC encourages all members of the public who are concerned about any aspect of transportation in the Lakes Region to attend. Please contact the Lakes Region Planning Commission at 279-8171 if you need additional information about this meeting.

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Just a few of the volunteers who helped stuff food baskets at the Elks Lodge: Mary Ingram, Jan Deciderius, Bill Shene, Dennis Joyal, Sandy Shene, and Dick Ingram.

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Volunteers from the Elks Lodge pack up some food to go out to food pantries following the annual holiday food basket distribution.

Elks distribute holiday food baskets BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected]

A team of Elks Club volunteers spent a morning recently helping out families in need throughout the community by stuffing food baskets right before the holidays. On Sunday morning, a slew of volunteers gathered

at the Laconia Elks Lodge for the annual food basket preparations and deliveries. Early in the morning, 52 people gathered to volunteer for the effort including stuffing baskets, serving breakfast, and delivering the baskets among other tasks.

The day started with a big opening breakfast around 6 a.m. served by volunteers for the volunteers stuffing baskets. Work got underway at 7 a.m. Volunteers stuffed baskets of food going to families in need around the community. Each basket contained a ham with an array of other

Arthur A. Tilton Ice Rink open for season! The Arthur A. Tilton Ice Rink on Varney Point Road is now open for the 2013-14 season! This ice rink is open daily to the public at no charge. The skating schedule is as follows; Open Skating from Dawn – 10 a.m., Stick and Puck for ages 13 and under from 10 a.m. – noon, Open Skating from noon – 3:30 p.m. and Stick and Puck for ages 14 and up from 3:30 p.m. – Dusk. The rink is unattended and adult supervision is recommended. The ice rink is also available for rentals after normal operating hours. For more information, to inquire about rentals or to check on conditions, please contact Parks and Recreation Department at 527-4722.

of Cross Country Ski Lessons at Bolduc Park this winter. Lessons begin on Saturday, Jan. 4, and will continue through Jan. 25 (in the event a day is cancelled because of poor weather, it will be made up the week(s) following Jan. 25). Lessons begin at 10 a.m., and rental skis may be picked up at 9 a.m. at Piche’s Ski Shop! Registration forms are available at the Gilford Parks and Recreation Department, Bolduc Park and Piche’s Ski Shop. Please mail, fax or drop off your registrations directly to Piche’s Ski Shop. Cost: $70 per person includes rental equipment! $40 per person if you have your own equipment! If you have any questions, please contact Bob or Pat Bolduc at 524-2068.

Bolduc Park Cross Country Ski Program The Gilford Parks and Recreation Department will be offering four weeks

Boston Celtics tickets available for bus trip on March 1 The Gilford and Belmont Parks and Recreation De-

partments are co-sponsoring a Bus Trip to Boston to see the Celtics take on the Indiana Pacers, March 1. Cost of the trip is $90 per person, and includes round trip motor coach from Gilford or Belmont and tickets to the game. Our deluxe motor coach will depart from Gilford High School at 5 p.m. and the Belmont Park SEE PARKS & REC PAGE A4

food items included with the baskets. The project even had help from a visitor from Denmark, as Jan Deciderius from Copenhagen helped stuff baskets. Around 7:45 a.m., all the boxes were loaded were loaded up into trucks and drivers distributed the food to a list of families in need. The lodge has a major fundraiser during the year, for which letters are sent encouraging members to donate money for the project. Event chair and lodge Loyal Knight Richard Ingram said he will also speak with local businesspeople asking for donations. “A heartfelt thanks comes from me for the businesspeople and members who did give,” said Ingram. The lodge purchased the food through Associated Grocers of New England.

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Ingram said Mickey Bird and Frank Mello were among those who organized the effort and helped put everything together. Around 153 boxes went out to be delivered to people in need. Baskets were distributed to people based on need and Ingram sad there were many people in such need. “Without it, a lot of people would go without,” Ingram said. Any food leftover from the baskets was donated to St. Vincent de Paul and the Lakes Region Vineyard Church.

The Elks lodge has been doing food baskets for nigh on 60 years. Dennis Joyal has been helping with the food baskets since the 1960’s. He said he recalls the largest amount of boxes in one year were around 400. The baskets were stuffed with items such as peanut butter, beets, green beans, boxed stuffing, and other items. Ingram also thanked everyone who helped out with the effort; saying the effort would not be able to happen without everyone’s help.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ISSUANCE OF BONDS OR NOTES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 per RSA 33:8-a WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2014 7:00 P.M. GILFORD TOWN HALL 1ST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM The Gilford Board of Selectmen will be holding a public hearing on a proposal to submit the following “draft” warrant article to the voters at the 2014 Annual Town Meeting: Shall the Town vote to raise and appropriate the sum of one million two hundred thirteen thousand dollars ($1,213,000), gross budget, for improvements to the Police Station, to include construction of a 6,400 square foot addition to the rear of the building; and to authorize the issuance of not more than $1,213,000 of bonds or notes in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Finance Act, (RSA 33); and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to issue and negotiate such bonds or notes and to determine the rate of interest thereon? According to the NH Municipal Bond Bank, the estimated annual combined principal and interest payments for a $1,213,000 bond will be approximately $93,500 per year, for twenty years, beginning in FY2015. However, it is anticipated that the total cost of this project may be offset by a NH Department of Safety Emergency Management Performance Grant estimated in the amount of $169,000, reducing the final bond amount to $1,044,000, in which case NHMBB estimates the annual combined principal and interest payments will be approximately $80,350 per year. Any interested person may attend this public hearing and present information and/or opinions related thereto. Note: The final wording of the actual warrant article is subject to change; however the total project costs shall not exceed $1,213,000.


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St. Vincent de Paul thrives on your support

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To the Editor: The Lakes Region continues to be plagued by a slow economy, cuts in public assistance programs, and high unemployment. As such, the charitable programs of St. Vincent de Paul are needed more and more. We have been successful in increasing our mission of charity to meet the need. The food pantry was able to provide Thanksgiving food baskets to almost 800 families. Our financial assistance program continues to help folks pay over $125,000 of rent, utilities, heat and car repairs. The Children’s Foundation will assist over 1000 children this Christmas. The thrift store gives away $20,000 of clothing, furniture, and household items. The donations that you give allow us to help make many families’ lives more comfortable. Your monetary, clothing, furniture, and food gifts are used in our various programs to help the community. Also, your shopping at our thrift store brings needed revenue. These programs are extensive and reach local

schools, the elderly, and especially families that are struggling with low-paying jobs, high heating and fuel costs, and increasing rents. Our programs are very well staffed and managed thanks to all 125 of our volunteers. They are dedicated and committed to our cause in helping those in need. They come from all walks of life and all ages. However, with our works continuing to grow, we still need and could use more help. Why don’t you join us? You’ll work hard, but have great fun and make lasting friendships. Thank you for all your support through the years. We appreciate all you do, regardless of the type and amount. The community appreciates it as well. So come and meet new friends as a volunteer of St. Vincent de Paul. Give me a call at 524-5470 or check our Web site, www.svdplaconia.org. Blessings to you and your family. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. With God’s love, Erika Johnson, President St. Vincent de Paul Gilford

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(Continued from Page A1) to write the book during her research on a book on Gunstock. She discovered a comic strip making a reference to Gunstock and was further influenced to do a book on Montana. Anderson’s research included looking up Montana’s comic strips and articles on his community service in The Meredith News. She also interviewed members of his family. and old friends. In October, Anderson signed copies of her book at Hawkins Photography & Custom Framing in Mer¬edith, joined by a few of Montana’s children. Anderson said she has received an overwhelm¬ingly positive response to the book, with many peo¬ple thanking her for writ¬ing down the stories about Montana. Lynn and Ray Montana said their family greatly enjoyed the book, saying it paid great tribute to their father. The signing had a strong turnout of people. Attend¬ees included people who knew Montana and some people who themselves or their families were refer¬enced in the Archie comic.

long pas¬sion for medieval knights and their history, a passion that made its way to the new book “Lives and Times of Medieval Knights: Chronicles of A Motley Collection.” Rogers is a retired bank¬er and educator from New Jersey who is a longtime summer resident of Gil¬ford. Rogers’ collection of 75 knights from around the world, including four made by New Hampshire arti¬sans, has inspired a book not only on the collection but also on the history of medieval knights. “Lives and Times of Medieval Knights: Chronicles of A Motley Collection” tells the story of medieval knights and the stories behind piec¬es in his collection. The life and community service of “Archie” creator Bob Montana is now docu¬mented in a new book written by local historian Carol Lee Anderson. “The New England Life of Cartoonist Bob Mon¬tana: Beyond the Archie Comic Strip” was released in 2013 Anderson did more than a year of research on the comic art¬ist, discovering his deep involvement in the Lakes Region. Anderson was inspired

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Pet of the Week: Miss Poppy

One look at this gorgeous, slinky black cat may not be enough to convince you to open your home to her, but when you also know her story, your heart will melt. Miss Poppy was originally adopted from a shelter in Nashua four years ago. Home was comfortable; she was loved, cossetted and the only cat at home, which would be Miss Poppy’s preference. She’s had a sheltered life, and perhaps has a quirk or two, as in being afraid of dogs, having no experi-

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Buying American, Big Media, Northern Pass, and on to 2014

By John Harrigan Columnist Big Media are missing a major story, which is a fast-growing movement encouraging Americans to buy American-made products. There are all kinds of soothsayers and bone sifters saying that this is counter-productive, citing national debt and the balance of trade and the worth of the dollar and who owns the paper (the bonds, not this newspaper). But people are sick and tired of waiting for government to act, and want to do something. I’ve visited with a good many merchants about this. Many of them have been doing their best to stock as many U.S. made products as possible. Their choices are growing fast as shut-down enterprises reopen and new entrepreneurs emerge. This is, admittedly, on a small scale in the larger scheme of things, and does not address the much bigger problem of major American industries shut down in the face of cheap labor, environmentally lawless foreign competition. Emerging and reopening businesses are mostly a matter of a few jobs here, a few jobs there. But they mount up. Many of the businesses owners ruefully concede that they have a lot of foreign made goods in their stores, mostly from China and Southeast Asia. Their question is whether their local customers will pay a bit more for, say, a long-handled shovel or will continue to drive long distances — in rural and small-town America, at least — to save a few bucks

(and who factors in the gas?) at a big-box store. Often forgotten in this choice is that small-town business owners, in addition to paying local property taxes and hiring local people, support everything they can for every local fund-raiser imaginable. Those same local business owners seldom toot their horns about this, and so whenever I get the chance, I do it for them. Number-crunchers will tell you that every dollar kept here at home goes around seven times in the local economy before it lodges in someone’s checking or bank account. To me, every dollar flying overseas is a dollar lost. ***** Just now, we’re hearing about Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus, but is there, or is there not, a View Tax? I love to hear Tom Thomson on this, the Junkyard Dog on the issue. I’m fairly sure that I’m being taxed partly on what I can see from the front porch, 30 miles into Vermont and Lower Quebec. An idle thought on this very subjective subject: If someone built a huge house just down the hill, smack in the middle of this majestic view, and decided to paint it pink, purple and hunter orange, and put up a whole array of high-intensity allnight lights, and deposited junk cars and used refrigerators all around, would I get a corresponding break on my view tax that supposedly doesn’t exist? ***** If Northern Pass goes through (which I think it won’t), it would not mar my view in the least. All the scenery despoliation would be two ridges away to the north. So much for the always-trotted-out NIMBY (not in my back yard) finger-pointing. It’s not a NIMBY issue, it’s EBY (Everybody’s Back Yard). Northern Pass is a profit-driven, not-for-need, private-gain scheme to transport Hydro Quebec’s

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The road is ice and mud, but there’s plenty of White Christmas snow in the fields and woods all around. ill-gained (think “despoiling the Far North”) power through New Hampshire, using us as a doormat for the benefit of Hartford and New York, and, of course, utility stockholders. Why would the line run down through some of northern New Hampshire’s most beautiful landscape? Because if it ran down through Vermont, which already has a huge right of way well suited for this project, the scheme would run into stringent regulatory issues that New Hampshire has historically failed to address. And Public Service would not get the millions it expects to get by leasing its rights of way to Hydro Quebec. This is not just an issue of clearing 40 miles of new right of way down through the North Country’s scenic landscape. It would also entail clearing much of PSCo’s existing rights of way from the notches south to Concord out to their boundaries, which will affect thousands of abutting landowners’ back yards and beyond. I call this the Sleeping Giant of the scenario, because so many downstaters still seem blissfully unaware. I love my state, warts and all. We’re too good to allow Northern Pass, a private, for-profit scheme, to use us as a doormat. There is a total absence of need. It’s all about greed. ***** Enough of this. I go into non-issue mode during the Christmas-New Year season, and like to think instead of that wonderful time of year when Santa’s parking his sleigh up there

on the roof, and we’re looking back on all that happened in 2013 and wondering what the next year will bring. And of course, thinking about whether there’d be a white Christmas. No worries about that, at least for the North Country, but in the meantime a warm spell and rain came along, and hundreds of Public Service and other utility company trucks and repair equipment, and thousands of workers, were positioned all over the state, just in case. Whenever the power goes out, I think about the line crews out there doing their jobs, in a howling storm in the dead of night. Motels and restaurants were full to overflowing. As I wrote this, I thought about all of those emergency repair workers, and how their Christmas would go. I’d bet that, as always is the case, local businesses and staffers were going out of their way to make the situation as merry and bright as possible, and the stories about this will eventually emerge. On that vein, and the once-in-a-while fact that this column will come out on both Christmas and New Year’s days, my best for the holidays to all who read these words, and to the hundreds of newspaper people who make it happen.

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& Rideshare (Route 106) at 5:15 p.m. You will have time to visit the pro-shop and dinner on your own prior to the game. Our seats are in section #303 rows 11-13 for the 8 p.m. game. Seats are limited; a registration form must be completed accompanied by payment and

tickets are non-refundable. For registration forms or for more information, please contact: Gilford Parks and Recreation at 527-4722 as well as on their Web site at www.gilfordrec. com. Belmont Parks & Recreation at www.belmontnh. org.

(This column runs in 13 weekly papers covering the northern two-thirds of New Hampshire and parts of Maine and Vermont. John Harrigan’s address: Box 39, Colebrook, NH 03576, or [email protected])

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River Crew art exhibit to be featured at Gilford Public Library GILFORD – The photography and artwork created by participants in the River Crew Art program will be showcased in an art show at Gilford Public Library, located at 31 Potter Hill Rd. in Gilford. The exhibit will be on display during the month of January. Artwork and photographs on exhibit will be for sale, and all proceeds will directly benefit the program. Participants in the program have produced artwork throughout the past year in various forms including collages using found objects, painting, wood sculpture, and other media. The photography on exhibit will include images of Laconia, the Winnipesaukee River, and local wildlife. Poetry and essays will also be featured. River Crew Art began in January 2012 with local volunteers Elaine Morrison and Dick Smith. Both have right background for their

work with the participants of River Crew. Morrison is a retired special education teacher and an artist; Smith is a retired medical social worker and an amateur photographer. The pair began with a single idea and that was to use art and photography as a tool for empowerment. They approached Laconia’s downtown homeless and invited them to participate in creating artwork and provided lunch for all those in attendance. Laconia Parks and Recreation quickly granted Morrison and Smith permission to hold their meetings behind the former police station located at 51 Church St. in Laconia. The participants chose their own name, River Crew Art, for the newly-formed group. The road to empowerment has not always been easy. There are always challenges when working with the homeless, and shortly

after starting the program, one of the program’s participants drowned in the Winnipesaukee River. His fellow members chose to plant a memorial garden in his honor in front of the police station, which was an Adopt-A-Spot site. The group won an award for their efforts. The garden has since moved to the starting point of the WOW trail. Morrison and Smith rely mainly on donations to purchase art supplies and lunch for members. The program is structured so that members not only create art, but they also give back to the community that willingly supports River Crew. Projects have included making a flower wreath for the Newtown, Conn. residents, flower pins honoring the late Lilyanna Johnson, decorated pumpkins for the pediatric patients at the Laconia Clinic, and cards for the

Streetcar Company to hold auditions for “Les Misérables” GILFORD — The Streetcar Company community theater group will hold open auditions for their spring musical presentation of “Les Misérables” at First United Methodist Church on Route 11A in Gilford on Sunday, Jan. 5 at 3 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. The Tony Award winning musical is a huge undertaking for the company, and director J Alward is looking for dozens of actors and actresses to fill the numerous roles. Those auditioning should prepare a brief musical selection to be performed a cappella or with accompaniment, as well as a short dramatic monologue. Once cast, there is a production fee of $30, which will include the company dues. Show dates will be April 25 to the 27th at Inter-Lakes Community auditorium. As well as the many on stage performers, Alward, along with producer Erin Fitzmaurice, are looking for help with several production positions including, costumes,

set construction, properties, sound and lights. After receiving popular acclaim in London, “Les Miz,” as it has become known, was first produced on Broadway in 1986, and has gone on to become the second longest-running musical in the world after “The Fantasticks.” Several revivals, national tours, anniversary concerts and a major motion picture adaptation have helped to make “Les Misérables” one of the most popular musicals ever staged. The show has been produced in 42 countries and translated into 21 languages. Several New Hampshire theatrical

companies have already presented the show since it was released to community theaters, and The Streetcar Company, the oldest community theater group in The Lakes Region, looks forward to presenting it to local audiences. Anyone with further questions, or those interested in providing help with any of the technical aspects of the show, are encouraged to contact the director at [email protected] or the producer at [email protected]. More information may be found on the company Web site at www.streetcarcompany. com.

Wounded Warriors. The work of the talented members of River Crew has been exhibited in many places throughout the community including the Busiel Mill, Lakes Region Camera Club, Downtown Deli in Laconia, Laconia Congregational Church, Unitarian Universalist Society, Hands Across the Table, Friendship Club, Better Together, and the Taylor Home. Part of their mission is to educate the community about the issues of homelessness and the challenges of addiction. The participants in River Crew Art have a strong sense of belonging. Expanding on the success of River Crew Art, Morrison and Smith continually create new project ideas for participants. In the upcoming year, they will focus on the genealogy of members and will further develop the photography program to include editing, portraits, and lighting. Their work in the areas of woodworking, poetry, and writing will also continue to grow. The River Crew Art exhibit at the library in Gilford is free and open to the public. Gilford Public Library is located at 31 Potter Hill Road in Gilford. The library’s hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information about River Crew Art, contact Dick Smith at: (203) 841-9155 or email: [email protected]. Elaine Morrison can be reached at 527-1974 or by email at: emorrison5030@ yahoo.com.

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Lakes Region General Hospital Auxiliary Year in Review LACONIA – 2013 proved to be a very busy and successful year for members of the Lakes Region General Hospital Auxiliary. In just twelve months the group barely came up for air, jumping from one project to the next all with a mission of raising funds to support important initiatives at LRGH. The Auxiliary’s primary income source is the Gift Shop at Lakes Region General Hospital. Completely volunteer-managed and run, 50 percent of proceeds from gift shop purchases benefit Auxiliary projects. In 2013, this amounted to more than $20,000. “The gift shop at Lakes Region General Hospital is a constant work in-progress. Auxiliary members put so much thought into everything we put out on our shelves. Our gifts are truly unique and we’re always trying to stay ahead of the curve to be contemporary and relevant, and to keep shoppers coming

back,” explains Auxiliary President Nancy Paterno. The LRGH Gift Shop sells anything from cards to patient toiletries to small gifts, scarves, slippers, and jewelry. They recently partnered with Heaven Scent Flowers and the case is regularly stocked with beautiful and unique arrangements. In addition, Alex and Ani (+) Energy bangle jewelry is now being sold in the gift shop. “As a group, we always try to think outside of the box when it comes to our merchandise,” states Gift Shop Chair Sue Dalton. “Whether it’s introducing a new line of jewelry or displaying something in the window that might catch the eye of a passerby, we always strive to keep things fresh. The more revenue we bring in, the more the Auxiliary can do for the patients and staff at LRGH, and we’re very proud of our hard work.” The Auxiliary’s signature fundraising event is

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Red Dress Gala: A Toast to Ten Years LACONIA — This February marks the 10th Anniversary of the LRGHealthcare Red Dress Gala. The gala planning committee is proud to announce that the event sold out in record time this year! Held each year during American Heart Month this signature event will take place on Friday, Feb. 7, returning to Church Landing at Mill Falls at the Lake, where the first gala was held nine years ago. Proceeds from the Red Dress Gala support cardiac services and technology at LRGHealthcare and for our local EMS partners. Presented by MB Tractor & Equipment this elegant evening will feature a delicious meal created by The Common Man culinary team, live & silent auctions, and dancing to local favorite Paul Warnick and Phil ‘n the Blanks. Gala co-chairs Susan Brown of the Lakes Region Floral Studio, Liane Clairmont of Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook, and Stephanie Wentworth of Decorative Interiors are all thrilled by the response. “Never in a million years did we think the Red Dress Gala would sell out so quickly,” states Clairmont. “The response from the community has been incredible. We speculate that the decision to move the gala back to Church Landing, coupled with this being the 10th anniversary, had a big impact on ticket sales.” The Red Dress Gala offers great sponsorship and advertising opportunities. With 320 guests businesses receive excellent exposure and marketing benefits. “There is still time to include an ad in the beautiful full-color program booklet,” explains gala co-chair Stephanie Wentworth. “We are also collecting live and silent auction items and this event is a great way to showcase your business while demonstrating support for an important local cause.” Susan Brown adds, “The outpouring of support during last week’s Children’s Auction and the quick sell-out of the Red Dress Gala are testament that we live in a very unique community. Businesses and people of the Lakes Region are engaged; they go above and beyond to support important initia-

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and animals, bringing comfort and a smile to young patients at LRGH. Over the past several years the LRGH Auxiliary has purchased 25 Staxi Chairs, which are available for patient use throughout the hospital. The cost of these state-of-the-art wheel chairs range from $1,250 to $6,000 and the group looks forward to purchasing three more in 2014. In addition, the Auxiliary purchased a much-needed bladder scanner at a cost of $13,000. Two blanket warmers were purchased for the third and fourth floors, which provide a little extra warmth and comfort for many patients throughout the year. This past Spring, the LRGH Auxiliary awarded $6,000 in scholarships to several deserving students who are pursuing careers in the healthcare field. The Auxiliary is also a very proud supporter of LRGHealthcare fundraising events. For the 10th year in a row the Auxiliary stepped up as a $2,500 Silver Sponsor of the Red Dress Gala. The group also sponsors the Tanger 5K ‘Fit for

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About 45% of Americans usually make New Year’s resolutions, according to a survey from the University of Scranton. But the same survey shows that only 8% of us actually keep our resolutions. Perhaps this low success rate isn’t such a tragedy when our resolutions involve things like losing a little weight or learning a foreign language. But when we make financial resolutions — resolutions that, if achieved, could significantly help us in our pursuit of our important long-term goals — it’s clearly worthwhile to make every effort to follow through. So, what sorts of financial resolutions might you consider? Here are a few possibilities: • Boost your contributions to your retirement plans. Each year, try to put in a little more to your IRA and your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plans. These tax-advantaged accounts are good options for your retirement savings strategy. • Reduce your debts. It’s not always easy to reduce your debts, but make it a goal to finish 2014 with a smaller debt load than you

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be removed from the site. He said some of the seams are around half an inch thick, and it would be impractical to try to remove them. A pre-construction public meeting was proposed for over this coming winter giving more details on the construction and impacts on traffic. Work will start as soon as possible in the spring of 2014 and pause in the winter, continuing in the spring of 2015. A tract of land in Gilford was part of a $1.8 million conservation effort in the Belknap Range. The Society for the Pro tection of New Hampshire Forests and the Lakes Re gion Conservation Trust (LRCT) joined forces to and with support from other members of the Belknap Range Conservation Coali tion, worked together to raise $1.8 million by Dec. 1 to purchase and four key properties that were privately owned; totaling about 950 acres. One of the parcels was a 331-acre property in Gilford in the saddle of Piper Mountain. The 331-acre Gage property is part of the environmentally rich land in that area and was deemed by local and regional environmental officials as important to preserve. In December, the Lakes Region Planning Commission was close to completing the sale of the property. The LRCT would own the land and the town would hold the conservation easement. Doug Hill of the Gilford Conservation Commission came to the selectmen with a proposed conservation easement in the property and the easement was unanimously approved by the board. The Gilford Police Department’s saw a changing of the canine guard this year. Longtime K9 Agbar retired and a dog named Ike took his place. Agbar is around 10-years-old, and has been with the department around nine years working with Sgt. Dustin Parent. He has taken part in many hard duties and has had a series of health problems over the years, the worst of which was a stomach twist from which he made a full recovery after surgery. Parent was promoted to sergeant and his new duties made him unable to fulfill the duties of the K9 officer. Given Parent’s change in position and Agbar’s age and health, the decision

was made for Agbar to retire. The board of selectmen unanimously agreed to grant Parent’s request to keep Agbar with his family. The board also approved keeping the K9 program. The department then found another dedicated German shepherd named Ike, who trained to be a police dog with his new companion Off. Adam Vansteensburg. As Ike completed his training, the community supported the effort to raise money for Ike to have surgery to prevent a stomach twist from happening to him. The procedure called gastropexy was estimated to cost around $2,500. Ike was the beneficiary of the WOW Trail’s Bowwow Fest in May, which raised $1,500. Another benefit as held for Ike at Patrick’s Pub and Eatery. The benefits more than covered the procedure. Ike is now on full duty as Gilford’s new police dog. Agbar is now retired in the care of Parent. Meadowbrook underwent some major expansions in 2013. In the more than $3 million project, financed by Bank of New Hampshire, Meadowbrook’s capacity was brought 8,300 from the previous 6,000. The project included the addition of 3,000 covered seats under a new extended pavilion roof. To accommodate these larger audiences, two new parking lots were added to hold 500 spaces. A second road was also added second road into the venue and the second “West Entrance” off of Route 11-C was also added. Meadowbrook representatives said this was to better control traffic before and after shows. Other additions included another food and beverage area, more restrooms, and technical upgrades to the audio equipment and utilities. Meadowbrook also applied to the town for overnight accommodations at the pavilion. After addressing selectmen’s concerns about safety measures, the board approved a three trial camping experiment. The motion mandates that a review of the first experience be held between the town and the venue. Meadowbrook was also nominated for Venue of the Year by the Academy of Country Music Awards. Meadowbrook, however, lost the award to Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.

With the help of an informal committee of supporters, the Courage.Spirit. Hope Walk drew more than 300 walkers as well as numerous community and business supporters. The Make-a-Wish Foundation granted John’s wish of getting his summer back by giving his family a trip to St. Lucia. John’s family planned to fly out of Boston for the trip on a Friday afternoon. With organization by his teacher Jennifer Anderson and other school officials as well as and Makea-Wish, John was given a special surprise before he left. The entire school went outside and John was sent off with well wishes from the whole school and left in a limousine with police escort. There was also strong community support for a project to improve the Meadows athletic complex. The property on Intervale Road was donated to the Gilford School District in 2000 by Ray and Barbara Carye, and was meant for student use. It is now used for school and youth football and lacrosse programs, as well as recreation programs such as soccer, field hockey, and t-ball. The field still has ruts and the remains of furrows from when the land was used as a farm. Student athletes reported the surface of the field is bumpy, which has lead to quite a few mishaps. Plans are being worked out for a multi-phase renovation of the fields. The first phase is to level out the

field, then it will be sodded and an irrigation well will be installed. This phase is anticipated to cost around $264,000. The first annual Meadows Golf Tournament was held on May 18 at Pheasant Ridge Golf Club benefiting the first phase of developing the Meadows property as a multi-use athletic field. The tournament drew around 14 teams with over 60 people out on the course. Bank of New Hampshire also donated $10,000 to the Meadows Committee towards the renovation project on the property. Gilford High School athletes were honored for their sportsmanship this past school year. In September school was presented with a Good Sportsmanship award from the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association (NHIAA). Students gathered for an assembly where officials from the school and the NHIAA announced the award. Rusty Ross, Chair of the NHIAA Sportsmanship Committee, presented the school with the Division III Good Sportsmanship Award. The Sportsmanship Award is the result of feedback received from opposing teams on a team’s sportsmanship and honors everyone involved in the athletic program. Seniors who were part of the athletic program in the 2012-2013 school year were invited to come up and stand under the banner as it was unveiled. For the second year in a

row, Gilford High School’s literary magazine won a national award. “Obsessive Image” was named Most Outstanding High School Literary Art Magazine for 2012 by the American Scholastic Press Association, The magazine was given the same award in 2012 for their 2011 efforts. “Needless to say, we were quite proud of last year’s magazine,” said Lit Mag Advisor Scott Hutchison, an English/Creative Writing teacher at GHS, in a press release. “We’ve been winning big awards for something like 20 years, but now, to be named the top lit mag in America two years in a row, that’s something extraordinary and special.” The Gilford School District was named an honorable mention recipient in the 19th Annual Magna Awards program sponsored by the National School Boards Association’s (NSBA) American School Board Journal (ASBJ). The Gilford School District is being honored in the under 5,000 enrollment category for their program, Developing 21st Century Learning with Digital Devices. According to a press release, an administrative review of a district policy banning students from bringing their own electronic devices to school led to a district-wide policy change allowing students to BYOD, or bring your own device, to school. Technology and professional development funds were used

to increase wireless access and purchase tablet computers for teachers. Teachers at all instructional levels have implemented new instructional strategies and resources using technology. The district also has a substantial e-book library. A new program will pro vide lunches for students in need throughout the Gilford community. A group of volunteers is working with the Gilford School District and local or ganizations to form Gilford’s own Got Lunch! program. Got Lunch! provides five days worth of lunches for students who are on free and reduced lunch. During the summer vacation, many of these students might not have access to regular meals. The program started in Laconia and other local communities, and school districts have formed their own programs. Gilford Superintendent Kent Hemingway said around 26 percent of the 1,200-student population is on free and reduced lunch. Thomas Francoeur, the chair of Gilford’s Parks and Recreation Commission, has been one of the program’s key proponents and helped form the committee and organize the effort. The project will fall under the umbrella of the Gilford Youth Center. The measure was unanimously endorsed by the Gilford School Board and fundraising efforts are underway.

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During this season of hope and giving, Tanger Outlets in Tilton is made its local breast cancer awareness donation to LRGHealthcare during a special ceremony at LRGHealthcare. Eric Proulx, Tanger Outlets General Manager (2nd from L) and Rayna Kenney, Tanger Outlets Asst. General Manager, (middle) present Suzanne Stiles, LRGHealthcare Senior Vice President of Administrative & Facilities Services (L) and Tom Clairmont, LRGHealthcare President & CEO a check for $29,960.35 for the battle against breast cancer. Carolyn Gaudet, Health and Wellness Coordinator at AutoServ of Tilton and Presenting Sponsor of the 2013 Tanger Fit for a Cure 5K was also present.

Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton makes donation to fight breast cancer TILTON — The Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton raised and is donating $29,960.35 for the battle against breast cancer. During this season of hope and giving, Tanger is making its local donation to LRGHealthcare during a special ceremony at LRGHealthcare. “It takes all of us working together with a common focus and determination to find a cure for this terrible disease,” stated Steven B. Tanger, President and Chief Executive Officer for Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. “I am proud of our Tanger Team members in Tilton for their continued hard work in fighting breast cancer and I thank our shoppers for supporting Tanger’s mission to find a cure.” Tanger’s 2013 PinkStyle Campaign ran Sept. 12 – Oct. 25, with funds being raised through the sale of the popular TangerStyle Pink Card. For a $5 donation to local breast cancer beneficiaries, Tanger customers received special pink savings cards that provided 25 percent bonus savings at participating Tanger Outlet stores. In addition to the sale of Pink Cards, Tanger raised money to fight breast cancer through the Fifth Annual Fit For A Cure 5K Run/ Walk that was held in September. More than 900 participants and more than 25 businesses sponsored this year’s race to benefit breast


cancer awareness initiatives at LRGHealthcare. With its primary mission to help save lives, Tanger’s Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign creates awareness for the importance of early detection and helps raise the money necessary to support ongoing breast cancer research. Tanger’s campaign also helps fund many important programs and facilities designed to improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients. “The doctors and staff at LRGHealthcare understand and value the importance of early detection in regard to breast and other cancers. Funds raised from this year’s Tanger 5K and PinkStyle Campaign will help LRGHealthcare as we continue to provide state-of-the-art technology to patients right here in the Lakes and Three Rivers Regions,” states LRGHealthcare President and CEO Tom Clairmont. “We are extremely grateful to Eric Proulx and the entire Tanger team for their dedication and generosity.” Since 1994, Tanger has donated more than $13.5 million to fight breast cancer nationally. The Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton features more than 55 brand name and designer outlet stores. The Tanger center is conveniently located at off Exit 20 on I-93 in Tilton. About Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc.: Tanger Factory Outlet

Centers, Inc. is a publicly-traded REIT headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina that operates and owns, or has an ownership interest in, a portfolio of 44 upscale outlet shopping centers in 26 states coast to coast and in Canada, totaling approximately 13.3 million square feet leased to more than 2,800 stores operated by more than 470 different brand name companies. More than 180 million shoppers visit Tanger Factory Outlet Centers annually. For more information on Tanger Outlet Centers, call 1-800-4TANGER or visit the company’s web site at www.tangeroutlet. com.

LACONIA — With the holidays comes the spirit of giving, and helping others and Irwin Automotive has certainly gotten into the spirit! They have supported the local community through the Fill Up the Pick-Up Event, Toys for Tots and a Glove, Mitten, and Hat Drive. With the Fill Up the Pick-Up event Irwin teamed up with the Citizen of Laconia newspaper to help the local food pantry and collected over 140 non-perishable food items. As a Toys for Tots drop off center, Irwin collected over 100 toys for children in need. The glove, mitten, and hat drive benefited the Salvation Army, and in turn more than 350 children in need of these items. Irwin Automotive realizes the importance of food, warmth, and giving during this holiday season. It is extremely important for a child to be able to play outside in the snow, enjoy a warm meal and unwrap a present on Christmas morning. Irwin Automotive wanted to help the children in the local community to be able to do all these things. Chris Irwin, Vice President of Irwin Automotive, was quoted saying, “The holidays are about giving and helping children and families. As a company, we wanted to take part in every event possible to support the area.” All three events were

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With the holidays comes the spirit of giving, and helping others and Irwin Automotive has certainly gotten into the spirit! They have supported the local community through the Fill Up the Pick-Up Event, Toys for Tots and a Glove, Mitten, and Hat Drive. very successful and will greatly help the local community during the holiday season. About Irwin Automotive Group Irwin’s was founded in 1951 by Robert H. Irwin, as a Lincoln Mercury dealership in Laconia. Robert added the Ford Franchise in 1955. Peter, second generation, added Toyota in 1979, and then added Scion in 2002. Irwin’s Used Car Center was built in 1994 and was located at 446 Union Ave. in Laconia. In

2009, the Irwins completed a 12,000 square foot expansion of their Bisson Avenue location, which now totals 72,000 square feet on more than 15 acres and 600 vehicles. Laconia Quicklane Tire and Auto Center was started in the late fall of 2010, and in 2011 the Irwin Automotive Group expanded to include Hyundai. The Used Car Center was converted into a brand new state of the art Hyundai Facility during the winter of 2012. In the spring of 2013, NH Car Credit, a division of Irwin’s, was founded.

Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund grants $2,500 to Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School for new cribs MEREDITH — The Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund (MVSB Fund) is pleased to announce a $2,500 grant to the Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School. These grant funds were used to purchase updated cribs that are necessary for childcare center to meet revised safety rules for infant cribs. “We are so thankful for this award from the MVSB Fund,” said Constance Pelletier, Executive Director for Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School. “Changes in safety guidelines can’t always be planned for and can often Courtesy

Carrie Jordan, Branch and Business Development Manager at MVSB’s Main Office (right) presents a $2,520 check to (left to right) Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School’s Executive Director Constance Pelletier, Board Members Kimberly Jestings and Jeanne Rudzinski and Assistant Director Laura Clark. This check represents a grant that was awarded by the MVSB Fund to help the center purchase new cribs to meet revised safety guidelines. cut into funds allocated for educational programs and trips. We appreciate MVSB’s willingness to help our organization provide the safest environment to our students, so that we can continue to provide quality child care services we to the community.” In order meet revised federal government and Consumer Product Safety rules, child care centers were required by federal government to replace any cribs not meeting the new safety standards. Cribs manufactured prior the launch of these standards can not meet the new testing requirements and therefore do not comply with the guidelines. Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, founded in 1971 and run by a volunteer board of directors. It is the mission of I-LDCC to promote child development through the operation of a

group child care center and nursery school for children 6 weeks through 12 years in age, and through establishment of cooperation with other agencies in promoting child development. The award to Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School is one of 19 grants totaling $76,108 awarded by the MVSB Fund in the 2012 grant cycle. The Fund makes grants every year to local non-profits that make a significant impact upon the lives of people in the communities MVSB serves. These grants are in addition to the Bank’s regular contributions and the extraordinary volunteer efforts by its employees. MVSB established the Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund in 1997 under the leadership of John Starrett who was then president and CEO of the bank. Since then, 235 grants totaling more than $872,000 have been awarded to a wide range of environmen-

tal, social, educational, and historic projects throughout the Lakes Region and Plymouth area. Grant applications are due each year on Oct. 15. Meredith Village Savings Bank, founded in 1869, is an independent mutual savings bank with 11 offices serving individuals, families, businesses and municipalities in the Lakes Region and the Plymouth area. The bank and its employees are inspired by MVSB’s core values: respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and stewardship. These values are intrinsic to every decision made at the bank and are illustrated by the high priority they place on trust, quality service, and commitment to community support. MVSB strives to make the communities it serves a better place to work and live. More information can be found at www.mvsb.com.

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Gilmanton’s Crockett earns All-Region honors BY JEFF LAJOIE [email protected]

CALIFORNIA, Penn. – For the second year in a row, Gilmanton’s Chelsea Crockett was honored when the Daktronics All-Atlantic Region FirstTeam was announced on Nov. 26. The junior midfielder, who graduated from Gilford High School after a stellar career in 2011, was a first-teamer for the sec-

ond straight year at California University of Pennsylvania. Crockett tied for second on the team and 10th in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) with a career-high eight goals this season, leading the Vulcans to yet another outstanding season. She also added five assists for the Division II powerhouse. The two-year starter now ranks in the top 10 all-time in school

history with 22 goals and 60 points. The number six ranked team in the country entering the NCAA Division II Tournament last month, Crockett and Cal U reached the third round of the tournament thanks to a first round bye and a win over Kutztown University (Penn.), 6-1, in the second round. In that win, Crockett tallied to lead the Vulcans to the Sweet 16, where

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Chelsea Crockett scored eight goals in leading the Vulcans to the NCAA Division II third round this fall.

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Gilford’s Jessica Currier clears a hurdle en route to a 13th place finish at UNH on Dec. 21. The Eagles are competing on the indoor track circuit for the first time this winter.

Track Eagles off and running DURHAM – The Gilford High School indoor track team was well represented on Dec. 21 at the morning session of the NHIAA Indoor Track League meet held at UNH. Over 15 teams competed, both Division I and Division II teams, and this is the first year Gilford has an indoor track team, made up of one senior, two sophomores and three freshmen. Top 15 finishers on the day were: Jacob Baer (fourth in long jump, 14th in 55m dash and the third fastest time in the hurdles), Marina Baer (seventh in shot put, seventh in the 55M and 13th in the long jump), Jessica Currier (13th in the hurdles) and Emily Wernig (third in the shot, her throw of 29 feet qualified her for the Division II State Meet at Dartmouth on Feb. 2). Anthony Eldridge and Ian McNeil improved on their seeded distances/times in the shot put, long jump and 55m dash.

the squad was knocked off by Slippery Rock (Penn.) in a 3-0 loss in Albany, N.Y. Crockett, who helped lead the Vulcans to a final record of 18-3-2, had two goals in a win over Clarion University on Sept. 14, and she also added single tallies against Pitt-Johnstown, Gannon, East Stroudsburg, Mercyhurst and West Chester. Following a loss to Saginaw Valley State on Sept. 8 that put the Vulcans 0-2-1 to start the year, the team rattled off a 19 game unbeaten streak (18-0-1) before the loss to Slippery Rock. Crockett was the PSAC Freshman of the Year in 2011 after scoring eight goals and adding seven assists, and she earned Daktronics All-Atlantic Region First-Team accolades last fall as a sophomore with six goals and four assists. She was a four-time NHIAA All-State performer and two-year captain at Gilford High School under coach Eric Porusta.

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Gilmanton’s Chelsea Crockett was named to the Daktronics AllAtlantic Region First-Team for the second year in a row after a stellar junior season on the California University of Pennsylvania women’s soccer team. Crockett, who was a 100goal scorer at GHS, wears number 8 at Cal U for head coach Gene Smith. Save for an early-season trip to Tennessee, the Vulcans played their entire sched-

ule in the state of Pennsylvania before the NCAA loss in Albany. The school is about 35-40 miles south of Pittsburgh in the western part of the Keystone State.

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Senior Emily Wernig took third in the shot put at UNH to qualify for the Division II state championship meet on Feb. 2.

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Third annual Amy Annis High-powered offense honored tourney set for Jan. 25 with All-Conference selections GILFORD – The date is set for the third annual Amy Annis Volleyball Tournament, to be held once again at the Gilford High School and Middle School gymnasiums. The tourney will take place on Saturday, Jan. 25, with proceeds going to the Amy Annis Scholarship Fund and the American Cancer Society. The cost is $100 per team, with teams consisting of players from high school age

students through adults. Teams may have any number of players, but three females and three males must be on the court at all times. The nets will be set at the women’s height of seven feet, four inches, with four courts utilized for the tournament. There will be a maximum of 16 teams with four teams in four different pools. At the conclusion of pool play, the top two teams in each

pool move into the Gold Division bracket and the bottom two teams move onto the Silver Division bracket. Each team is guaranteed three games in pool play and one game in tournament play. Entry forms can be picked up at the Gilford High School main office or contact head volleyball coach Joan Forge at [email protected] or 253-3363 for more information.

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REGION – In the first year of the North Conference, the Lakes Region schools proved to be very evenly-matched this fall. While the five teams in the division routinely knocked each other off on a week to week basis, it was Gilford High School and Inter-Lakes/Moultonborough that emerged as the top two squads by season’s end, meeting in the inaugural North Conference title game last month. Despite losing in the regular season matchup at home in Meredith, the Lakers rebounded to take an exciting 27-14 win over the Golden Eagles for the championship on the strength of six turnovers from Gilford. With the season now in the rearview, the Division III All-North Conference team was announced last month, honoring the standout players from this season. Leading the way was I-L/MA head coach Jon Francis, who led the Lakers to the conference championship in his second year in charge of the program. I-L/MA rebounded from a one-win season in 2012 to capture the crown and advance to the state semifinals where it eventually fell to state champion Bow. Francis was honored as the North Conference Coach of the Year for his efforts. “Since taking over a couple of seasons ago, Jon has done a great job with the program,” said Inter-Lakes athletic director Jeff Cloos. “He and the rest of coaching staff have high expectations and the athletes have risen to the challenge. Jon has been great to work with. He works well with the boosters, parents, and administration of the school. We are lucky to have him.” The Lakers were well-represented on the All-Conference team, with two players on offense and four players on defense. Senior tailback Devante Carter was one of three running backs on the squad, while classmate Derek Rossetti was the All-Conference center. On defense, I-L/MA senior Nick Hurd (linebacker), juniors Nick Galietta (defensive line) and Kodey Converse (defensive back) and sophomore Nick Brothers (defensive back) were all selected to the All-Conference squad.

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Junior tailback Max Troiano was one of three at his position named to the All-North Conference team earlier this fall.

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Senior southpaw Jack Athanas was selected as the lone All-North Conference quarterback for his efforts on the gridiron. The Lakers had four of those players on the Division III All-State teams, as Galietta and Converse were on the defensive Second-Team. Carter and Rossetti represented I-L/ MA on the Second-Team offensive squad. Gilford had six players selected to the All-Conference team after finishing with the best record during the regular season, five on offense. The Golden Eagles had the top-scoring offense in the North, led by senior quarterback Jack Athanas, who was named to the team. Junior tailback Max Troiano was also on the squad after a strong season, as was junior wide receiver Kyle Gaudet. Seniors Seth Rowley (guard) and Drake Parker (tackle) helped pave the way up front and were also All-Conference performers. On defense, junior Zach Poisson was the lone Gilford player selected after a strong season pacing the linebacker corp. Parker was Gilford’s lone First-Team All-State selection on offense as well, as the tackle joined the best in Division III. Athanas and Troiano were both named to the All-State Second-Team of-

fensive unit. Winnisquam Regional High School was in contention for a slot in the North Conference title tilt until late in the season, when the Bears were knocked off at home by I-L/MA for the runner-up spot. Coach Pat Riberdy’s team was still highly talented, with senior Dakota Van Tassel (guard) earning the lone All-Conference spot on offense for his team. Van Tassel was also a Second-Team AllState selection on offense. Three Bears earned selections on defense, as the unit proved to be very stingy at times. Senior Jacob Gove (defensive line) led the way, while juniors Richard Mills (defensive line) and Andrew Serrano (defensive back) were also honored. Sophomore Christian Serrano, who also had a solid season running the ball, was the All-North Conference punt/kick returner. Mills joined Van Tassel as an All-State pick, as the junior was on the FirstTeam as a defensive tackle. Four Newfound players and two Franklin players were also selected to the All-Conference team.