The Laconia Daily Sun, January 20, 2011

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LACONIA — The Belknap County Commission last night agreed to hold a public hearing on a request for the county to apply for a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) on behalf of the Lakes Region Boys & Girls Club.

The hearing will be held at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the commission see GraNt page 11

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A relaxed Scott Farah, right, listens to the proceedings during his sentencing hearing in U. S. District Court in Concord on Wednesday morning. To his left is his attorney, Michael Ramsdell. (Larry Frates drawing/for The Laconia Daily Sun)

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CONCORD — “No sentence I impose will be sufficient,” said U.S. District Court Judge Paul Barbadoro before yesterday sentencing Scott Farah, the principal of Financial Resources Mortgage, Inc. to 15 years in prison for his central role in the Ponzi scheme that federal officials believe bilked

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Offered an opportunity to speak, Farah said only “I am sorry to everyone for what I did.”

In October, when Farah, 47, pled guilty to federal mail and wire fraud charges, prosecutors recommended a sentence of 15 1/2 to 19 1/2 years imprisonment. But on Tuesday Assistant United States Attorney Mark Zuckerman asked the court to

impose only 10 years, followed by three years of supervised release, in recognition of the cooperation he provided authorities, which expedited the investigation and prosecution of the case.

Zuckerman told the court that soon after the Meredith firm collapsed in November, 2009 Farah offered investigasee Farah page 7

Executive Council votes to hold Ward Bird pardon hearing

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Gov. John Lynch said he would not oppose a hearing for Ward Bird but has concerns about an unconditional, “given the facts of the case.”

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Penn. abortion doctor accused of killing 7 newborns with scissors

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A doctor whose abortion clinic was described as a filthy, foul-smelling “house of horrors” that was overlooked by regulators for years was charged Wednesday with murder, accused of delivering seven babies alive and then using scissors to kill them.

Dr. Kermit Gosnell was also charged with murder in the death of a woman who suffered an overdose of painkillers while awaiting an abortion.

In a nearly 300-page grand jury report filled with ghastly, stomachturning detail, prosecutors said Pennsylvania regulators ignored complaints of barbaric conditions at Gosnell’s clinic, which catered to poor, immigrant and minority women in the city’s impoverished West Philadelphia section.

Prosecutors called the case a “complete regulatory collapse.” see BABIES page 13

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New House GOP majority votes to repeal Obamacare WASHINGTON (AP) — Swiftly honoring a campaign pledge, newly empowered Republicans pushed legislation to repeal the nation’s year-old health care overhaul through the House Wednesday night, brushing aside implacable opposition in the Senate and a veto threat from President Barack Obama.

The 245-189 vote was largely along party lines, and cleared the way for the second phase of the “repeal and replace” promise that victorious Republicans made to the voters last fall. GOP officials said that in the coming months, congressional committees will propose changes to the existing legislation, calling for elimination of a requirement for individuals to purchase coverage, for example, and recommending

curbs on medical malpractice lawsuits.

Republicans also intend to try to reverse many of the changes Democrats made to Medicare Advantage, the private alternative to the traditional government-run health care program for seniors.

Like the repeal bill itself, these other measures will require Senate approval and a presidential signature to take effect, and the prospect is for months of maneuvering on the issue.

Debate across two days leading to the vote was markedly restrained, as lawmakers in both political parties observed selfimposed vows of civility in the wake of the shooting rampage in Arizona that left six dead and Rep. Gabrielle Giffords wounded.

But there was no mistaking the signifi-

cance many first-term Republican lawmakers attached to a day they had long waited for, finally getting a chance to speak and then vote on the House floor against a law they had campaigned for months to repeal.

Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-S.C. said the legislation produced by Obama and congressional Democrats was a “job-killing, socialistic” approach to health care. Rep. Frank Guinta of New Hampshire, who defeated a Democratic incumbent last fall, said it was misguided, needing repeal.

“The American people have soundly, soundly rejected the Democrats’ government takeover of health care,” said Rep. Sandy Adams of Florida.

Rep. Steve Southerland, also of Florida, see HEALTH CARE page 11

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare concession on a highly sensitive issue, Chinese President Hu Jintao used his White House visit on Wednesday to acknowledge “a lot still needs to be done” to improve human rights in his nation accused of repressing its people. President Barack Obama pushed China to adopt fundamental freedoms but assured Hu the U.S. considers the communist nation a friend and vital economic partner.

Hu’s comments met with immediate skepticism from human rights advocates, who dismissed them as words backed by no real history of action. Hu contended his

country has “made enormous progress” but provided no specifics.

Still, his remarks seemed to hearten and surprise U.S. officials, coming during an elaborate visit that centered on boosting trade and trust between the world’s two largest economies.

More broadly, Hu and Obama sought to show off a more mature and respectful relationship, not the one often defined by disputes over currency, sovereignty and freedoms. Hu said he wanted even closer contact with Obama; Obama sought again to embrace China’s rise, and the two men shared some unexpected laughs.

The Chinese president was treated lav-

ishly, granted the honor of the third state dinner of Obama’s presidency. He was welcomed in the morning to the sounds of military bands and the smiles of children on the South Lawn; he was capping the evening at a black-tie White House gala of jazz musicians and all-American food.

Eager to show progress, particularly with the unemployment weighing down his country, Obama said the nations sealed business deals that would mean $45 billion in U.S. exports and create roughly 235,000 jobs. The package included moves

by China to expand U.S. investment and curtail theft of intellectual property. see CHINA page 8

With Obama, China’s president concedes human rights need work

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CONCORD (AP) — The Republican-controlled Senate voted Wednesday to repeal a pro-union law enacted under Democrats that requires public employers to honor existing provisions of an expired union contract until a new contract is in place.

The 19-5 vote was along party lines, with Republicans advancing the bill to the House. The bill would eliminate automatic extensions, commonly called evergreen clauses, but would not prevent unions and employers from negotiating the extensions.

The 2008 law had strong support from employee unions, who said they were necessary to keep some employers from walking away from negotiations and leaving no contract provisions in place. Their bosses said it would mean maintaining current wages and paying step increases regardless of the economic conditions.

State Sen. Bob Odell, a Lempster Republican and the bill’s prime sponsor, said the bill would not have any effect on existing contracts containing evergreen clauses.

Odell said the automatic extensions resulted in some step pay increases taking effect despite no new contract agreement being negotiated. Public employers contacted him asking lawmakers to repeal the law, he said.

“We’re saying the mandate is wrong,” Odell said.

“We’re not going to fear the collective bargaining process.”

Senate Democratic Leader Sylvia Larsen of Concord — who was Senate president when the law was enacted three years ago — said Democrats had a good reason to support its passage.

“It was to level the playing field,” she said.

Chief Justice details plan to overhaul judicial branch

CONCORD (AP) — Embracing the biggest overhaul of the state’s judicial branch in nearly 30 years, New Hampshire court officials said Wednesday that combining three courts into one will better serve the public while saving $37 million over 10 years.

The plan to combine the state’s probate, family and district courts into a new Circuit Court was the centerpiece of a report submitted to the state Supreme Court by the Judicial Innovation Commission. The group, which included judicial branch workers, lawmakers and businesspeople, was appointed in March to analyze how to cut costs and streamline court operations at time when courts face both growing demand for services and shrinking funding.

If approved by the Legislature, the Circuit Court would be the biggest change since locally funded District Courts and county funded Superior Courts were brought together into a state-funded, unified court system in 1984. Chief Justice Linda Dalianis, who was sworn in last month, said undertaking such a huge change was both exciting and daunting.

“People won’t see a lot in the way of immediate results, or immediate fiscal benefit — so we’ll have to ask for patience — but we’re absolutely convinced we can change the way we do business in a positive way that will improve the administration of justice in New Hampshire,” Dalianis said.

Under the plan, the state’s 78 courts in 40 locations would remain open, but management and staff would be shared. In 2009, Gov. John Lynch proposed closing some courts and consolidating others to save money but the Legislature rejected the idea.

“The hearings that are supposed to be in any particular court now still will be held in that court going forward, but the case processing operations might be somewhere else,” Dalianis said. “We were very careful to leave the existing court structure as it is see JUDICIAL page 6

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In the Middle East, beware what Bush wished for Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown, especially today in the Maghreb and Middle East. For the ouster of Tunisia’s Zine El Abidine Ben Ali has sent shock waves from Rabat to Riyadh. Autocrats, emirs and kings have to be asking themselves: If rioters can bring down Ben Ali with his ruthless security forces, what prevents this from happening here?

Millions of militant Muslim young who have never shared in the wealth produced by the oil and gas must be asking: If Tunisians can take down a detested regime, why cannot we?

America had no role in this uprising, and our diplomats had been appalled at the corruption. Yet Ben Ali was an ally in the war on terror, and what happened in Tunisia could trigger a series of devastating blows to the U.S. position in the Middle East. For when autocrats fall, it is not always democracy that rises.

And in the Middle East, democracy is not necessarily America’s ally.

The fall of King Farouk in 1952 led to Col. Nasser in Egypt. The ouster and murder of King Faisal in Iraq in 1958 led to Saddam. The fall of King Idris in Libya in 1969 led to Gadhafi. The fall of Emperor Haile Selassie in Ethiopia in 1974 led to the rise of the murderous Col. Mengistu. And the fall of the Shah of Iran in 1979 led to the Ayatollah Khomeini.

Often the old saw applies: “Better the devil we know...”

And should a new wave of revolts sweep the region, we might see the final collapse of the neoconservative foreign policy of George W. Bush.

That Mideast policy rested on several pillars: uncritical support of Israel, invasions to oust enemies in Afghanistan and Iraq, and U.S. occupations to rebuild and convert these nations into democracies. Well before he left office, these policies had made the region so anti-American that Bush was himself, in opinion surveys, viewed less favorably by the Muslim masses than Osama bin Laden. And when Bush, having declared at his 2005 inaugural that his goal was now to “end tyranny in our world,” called for elections in the Middle East, he got the results his policies had produced.

In Palestine, Hamas swept to power.

In Lebanon, Hezbollah made such gains it was brought into the Lebanese government it has just brought down. When Egypt’s Hosni Mubarak allowed some electoral districts to be contested, the Muslim Brotherhood won most of them. In Iran in 2005, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was elected and became an instant favorite of the Arab masses because of his hostility toward Israel.

The trend continued in the Iraqi elections of 2010, which enhanced

the prestige and power of the antiAmerican Muqtada al-Sadr.

The message from the Mideast has been consistent and clear: When elections are held, or monarchs and autocrats overthrown, the masses will turn to leaders who will pull away from America and stand in solidarity with the Palestinians.

Turkey is a case in point. Before he invaded Iraq, Bush asked Ankara for permission to attack from its territory in the north, as well as Kuwait in the south. The Parliament of this NATO ally of 50 years refused permission. Since then, Turkey has been moving away from America, away from Israel, and closer to the Islamic peoples of a region Ottoman Turks ruled for centuries.

George H.W. Bush abjured “the vision thing.” But George W. had a road-to-Damascus experience during 9/11. He became a true believer that the security of his country and the peace of the world depended on a global conversion to democracy. And he would do the converting.

This is the ideology of democratism. Bush’s zealotry in pursuing his new faith blinded him to the reality that whatever their failings, the kings of Morocco, Jordan and Saudi Arabia and Mubarak are more reliable friends than any regime that might come out of one-man, onevote elections. Why, other than ideology, would a leader demand that a friendly regime hold elections if it were a near certainty the regime to come out of those elections would be more hostile to one’s own country?

Dwight Eisenhower preferred the Shah to Mohammad Mossadegh, though the latter had been elected.

Ike backed the coup. Richard Nixon preferred Gen. Augusto Pinochet to Chile’s pro-Castro President Salvador Allende, who was elected. The general was with us.

Yet this raises anew the question: Why do they hate us?

In the 19th century, European monarchs disliked our republic, but their people loved us. Through World War II and much of the Cold War, the peoples of the Middle East saw America as the champion of liberation from imperial rule. We were first to throw the British out.

Perhaps we have lost the people of the Middle East, while winning the allegiance of their autocratic rulers, because we, too, have become an empire — and no longer see ourselves as others see us.

(Syndicated columnist Pat Buchanan has been a senior advisor to three presidents, twice a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination and the presidential nominee of the Reform Party in 2000. He won the New Hampshire Republican Primary in 1996.)

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LETTERS The one thing in America that’s truly bipartisan is incivility To the editor, When I began reading Mr. Wiles letter last week, I was heartened by his message to curb the political rhetoric and finger pointing that has emanated from the catastrophe in Tucson.

However, few people can successfully demonstrate a principle in common ethics when their deliberation is festered with emotionalism. Mr. Wiles substantiates this failing, for as his letter progresses he becomes guilty of indulging in the same political rhetoric and his judgment gives way to temper — his thoughts are good, lucid, the products of intelligence, but it is not now an unbiased, impersonal intelligence. It is a mind propelled by emotional response to anger and frustration; consequently, however wise his admonishments might be, they fail to inspire change, thus commencing a cycle that can only culminate in further anger and distress.

He begins by labeling individuals, I’m assuming those on the “left”, as ignorant, prejudiced and exerting efforts to crucify their ideological enemies. It was my impression that it was this type of rhetoric that Mr. Wiles was finding fault with.

Continuing in this same vein, and blinded by his own political views, Wiles quickly points out that the left is responsible for the “copious” amounts of inflammatory speech”, “much more so than from the right”. If Mr. Wiles

were to read the submissions to this forum objectively, he would realize that the “demonetizations and outright lies” could be equally credited to both the left and the right.

It is fascinating to read the cries of “foul” coming from the mouths of those who have created the climate of hatred (this is true of both the right and left) in this country, when the impact of their behavior results in tragedy and it’s called to their attention. We all need to turn down the rhetoric and we know it. The problem is that we want to be able to keep our own partisan rhetoric (which we label “truth”), while the other guy gives up his.

Despite calls to dial back the toxic political rhetoric, heat and fingerpointing still spring forth from the usual sources. Using the tragedy in Tucson as a reason to push a political agenda is almost as tragic as the loss of life.

The media has created an ideological world, one that has made a few load voices quite rich but has devalued objective debate to a virtual nothing. The Internet has become a host for the most predatory, destructive and violent imagery that twisted minds can conjure.

Unfortunately, I’m beginning to believe that the one thing in America that is bipartisan is incivility.

L.J. Siden Gilmanton

Laconia needs a good code enforcement officer, not a theater To the editor, Why is our City Council wasting our tax money on hiring a consultant to figure out exactly what it would cost to bring the 97-year-old Colonial Theater structure into line with life and safety codes? Why is our City Council wasting our tax money on trying to buy and own the Colonial Theater from Larry and Pat Baldi for $1.4-million. Why has our City Council already appropriated $50,000 for a feasibility study of the Colonial?

The last code enforcement officer told the city and me that the Colonial could not be brought up to City of Laconia codes and look what happened to him. The Baldi’s had a chance to sell the Colonial and they were not satisfied with what they were offered.

The Baldi’s have sold everything off of value in the theater and they cannot be replaced — mostly the seats and the curtain — and no one goes to theaters anymore.

This building has no parking, the front sign hangs out over the sidewalk too far now because the street was widened too far. Just ride around our city and see how bad some of the buildings are getting because we don’t have a code enforcement officer. And the city is not enforcing its zoning ordinance. Some of the worst condition buildings in our city are owned by the city.

We need a code enforcement officer, not a theater.

Raymond R. Reed Laconia

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LETTERS People need to take responsibility for actions & accept punishment To the editor, John Coughin of Londonderry was not only abusing his privilege of having a driver’s license when he was exceeding 100 mph but he was also putting lives in danger – the lives of others on the road, including his wife’s, his own and the life of his unborn child. He faces only a $1,000 fine and suspension of license.

Ward Bird threatened a lost woman, allegedly with a gun, who was trespassing on his property. He was found guilty of criminal threatening and sentenced to a mandatory minimum of three years in prison.

Erica Blizzard drove a boat drunk and crashed into ledges, killing one person and injuring herself and another. She was found guilty of negligent homicide. Out on bail, the next day she’s driving 84 mph in a 65 mph zone. Charged with negligent driving, her license gets revoked and bail set in cash only. For the negligent homicide charge, she’s only sentenced to 12 months in jail, with a recommendation she gets let out in six months with an electronic monitoring system.

We, as citizens, have rights protected by the Constitution. The right to free speech, to bear arms, to protect property, the right for trial and punishment and the right to a speedy trial, among several others. We also have privileges given to us by the

state, such as a driver’s license. We, as citizens, also have state laws to abide by, including traffic and alcohol consumption laws. These rights, privileges and laws are there to protect us.

However, when we violate the rights of others, break the law or take advantage of privileges, with violation comes punishment. Although we might not personally agree with the punishments some receive, we have to remember the rights of the accused allows for one to be punished by a jury of his peers or by the laws of the land.

While these serious cases have headlined our news, there are crimes being committed that go unreported, local problems affecting our communities that no one reads about, unethical and immoral acts being made very day — such as threatening hate mail being sent to our local representatives, budget cuts being made to police and fire departments and calendars being sold in convenience stores advertising ways to successfully grow marijuana.

We all have rights, but when we violate the rights of others, there are consequences. We need to take responsibility for our actions and crimes and accept our punishment. We need to think before we act, think before we speak — think of morals and ethics. We are setting examples, for our children, our future.

Katie Boles Alton

I’m proud of my husband’s contributions to Gilford BudCom To the editor, Anyone that has ever volunteered understands the truly self-less hours of planning, thought, execution, schedule shifting and sacrifice that is really required. I have witnessed over the last few years this level of commitment and desire to do what was expected and right, performed by my husband with little regard to the impact of his free time and his private life. Our family has supported his efforts, including interruptions during normal daily activities, listening to the concerns of constituents and being

constantly engaged in the spirit of the issues. He has fulfilled his last days as a Gilford Budget Committee member and I am proud of the job he has done with honesty and integrity.

I am delighted to have shared him with the community and I am now excited to have my husband, Terry Stewart, back in the private sector.

Thanks to all of you who supported us for those years and thank you to those of you and your families who are willing to serve public office.

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Laconia Main Street Indoor Marketplace tonight at Belknap Mill To the editor, Today’s the third Thursday of the month. Why is that so special? It’s the date that the Laconia Main Street Indoor Marketplace meets at the Historic Belknap Mill!

A group of farmers, bakers and crafters have kept our summer tradition alive by coming together to share their wares. We love to participate in this event, and you should too.

Studies have shown that consumers who shop at farmer’s markets have

10 times as many conversations as they do at supermarkets — all while helping keep a local economy strong.

Please help support these individuals, and while you do, look around at the Belknap Mill, stay for the entertainment, and share your time with the community. You’ll be glad you did.

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Please remove snow from your car and help avoid an accident To the editor, I want to know why some people are so lazy they will not remove the snow from their car? The driver behind them gets all the snow that falls off their car and almost causes an accident. Is that what it takes for these people to wake up? How long does it take to remove the snow off your car not to cause the accident from the snow falling off your car and hitting

the drivers windshield behind you? I guess it needs to happen to them then maybe they will wake up.

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Also drive and talk later. Leave the cell phone off and in the back seat! No texting while driving unless you want to meet your maker. No joke!

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LRGHealthcare leaves JUA, forms new insurance company with several other New Hampshire hospitals

By Michael Kitch LACONIA — LRGHealthcare has joined with three other hospital systems to form Granite Shield Insurance Exchange, a reciprocal captive insurance company licensed in Vermont, which will insure the institutions and their employees against general and professional liability.

LRGH’s partners are Concord Hospital, Eliot Health Systems of Manchester and Wentworth-Douglass Hospital of Dover. The hospitals invested equity capital in the enterprise and will pay annual premiums based their claims experience and risk exposure. Granite Shield will provide both primary coverage and excess insurance for the hospitals as well as physicians, nurses, administrators and support staff.

Captive insurance companies are established by parent firms or groups as subsidiaries to underwrite the risks associated with their operations. They are “captive” in the sense that the policyholders own their insurance carrier.

Granite Shield Insurance Exchange is among 911 captive insurance companies domiciled in Vermont, the most of any state and exceed only by Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. Dan Towle, director of financial service in Vermont, said that captive insurance companies formed by health care corporations are among the fastest growing sectors of the industry.

With the establishment of Granite Shield, LRGH ended its longstanding relationship with the New Hampshire Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association (JUA). With annual premiums of more than $1-million, LRGH was the only hospital and largest policyholder of the JUA. LRGH led the coalition of policyholders that successfully challenged the effort of Governor John Lynch and his administration to transfer the JUA’s surplus of $110-million to the general fund in order to balance the state budget.

Mitchell Jean, director of risk management at LRGH, stressed that the decision to leave the JUA for Granite Shield had “absolutely nothing to do with our experience with the JUA. I loved working with them,” he continued. “They had great claim and underwriting services.”

Instead, Granite Shield represents the first fruit of more than a year of growing collaboration between the four hospitals, along with the Southern New Hampshire Medical Center of Nashua. Henry Lipman, executive vice-president and chief financial offi-

cer of LRGH, said that because proliferation of medical sub-specialities require large population bases, hospitals have forged clinical relationships.

For example, LRGH shares cardiology services with Concord Hospital and oncology services with several hospitals. In anticipation of federal health care reform, the four hospitals began exploring ways to leverage their aggregate resources to enhance the quality of services and achieve operating efficiencies while maintaining their independent identities.

The hospitals engaged Marsh Risk Consulting, which after a comprehensive actuarial study recommended the group form a captive insurance company. Marsh will administer Granite Shield and another national firm specializing in malpractice will be contracted to manage claims.

Jean explained that Granite Shield provides its members with a framework for a collaborative approach to risk management. “We are working with our counterparts to reduce risk by introducing best practices throughout both Lakes Region General Hospital and Franklin General Hospital,” he said. Risk managers from the member hospitals meet monthly, he said, often joined by clinical risk managers, who at LRGH are led by chief of staff Dr. Peter Walkley.

Walkley offered “CPOM” — computerized physician order management — as an example of minimizing risk in a clinical setting. Traditionally a doctor wrote an order on a patient’s chart, which was then transcribed, entered into a system and executed by nursing staff. “At each point of transmission, there is a risk of error,” he said, “if only from handwriting.” With “CPOM,” orders are transmitted by computers, which which check for inconsistencies, such as prescribing incompatible medications. “It’s all about not harming patients,” Walkley said.

“The quality of care and the safety of patients has always been our highest priority,” Jean said. “We are just as committed to quality and safety today as yesterday.” At the same time, he said that closer collaboration promises to strengthen and improve risk management practices, which with a common insurance carrier will be rewarded with lower insurance costs.

Lipman estimated the corporation will trim its annual premiums between $600,000 and $700,000 and actuaries project that aggressive risk management and sound claims experience will ultimately yield refunds in addition to savings.

JUDICIAL from page 3 and to carve out administrative operations from the judicial operations.”

There still would be probate, family and district court divisions, but judges would be certified to handle cases in all three. Unlike under the current system, a probate judge in Colebrook, for example, would be able to oversee a criminal arraignment rather than having to call in a district court judge from another location.

Instead of having three clerks at one location, there might be just one. And if one location was particularly busy, work could be shifted to another location. People coming in for hearings or to file paperwork might not notice anything different, but the “back of the office” work would become more centralized, court officials said.

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FARAH from page one tors “a full and unvarnished briefing,” without seeking protection that his words would not be used against him, and preserved all paper and electronic records.

Attorney Michael Ramsdell, representing Farah, said his client “stepped up to the plate” by cooperating not only with the prosecution but also the bankruptcy trustees and state officials. “He’s not evil,” Ramsdell remarked, “He’s a fool.”

He asked the court for a sentence of 9 1/2 years, served in a minimum security federal prison in Petersburg, Virgina near his family, and two years supervised release.

“I’m not a naive person,” Barbadoro said. “He tried to keep the scheme going as long as he could. When he failed he fell back on Plan B and threw himself on the mercy of the court. He did the next best thing in his own interest.”

The judge allowed that sentencing guidelines are intended to encourage people to cooperate and noted the court expects cooperation “to reflect something about the person’s character.” He added “I’m not convinced that was the case here. He cooperated to benefit himself and his cooperation has not yielded any money for the victims.”

“Crime of this sort leaves lasting scars on its victims,” Barbadoro continued, including the nagging concern the defendant “squirreled away money.”

Zuckerman acknowledged that Farah drew an annual salary of $150,000 from FRM while making regular, large contributions to the Center Harbor Christian Church, where his father Robert is the pastor.

But, he said that neither federal officials nor the bankruptcy trustee found evidence that Farah lived beyond his means or cached a hoard of money.

“Whether he did or didn’t profit,” responded the judge, “he is still a

criminal. He benefited by keeping the scheme alive. I have a limited capacity to judge human motivation,” he remarked. “I look at what people do.”

He said it that it is of little or no consequence to the victims whether or not Farah intended to steal their money.

Farah arrived in court accompanied only by one of his two brothers who sat in the back of the courtroom and fought back tears as the victims made their statements. His parents were not present.

One of the more compelling statements was made by Bosnian refugee and local school teacher Sretenka Sisic.

In accented but nearly perfect English, she told Barbadoro that six years ago she became an American citizen in the same federal building she now stood.

“Who would have thought this day would come?” she said saying Farah had “successfully buried her dreams of rebuilding her home destroyed by a civil war.”

Calling him inelegant and slimy, she told Barbadoro that, in her opinion, the collapse of FRM was no accident and it was clear to her that Scott knew what he was doing.

She challenged his alleged religiosity saying she came from a Communist country where religion was banned.

“I thought I found God through these Farahs,” Sisic said. “I may die without knowing the name of the God under which this Farah operates.”

She also questioned the role of the prosecution and the defense saying it seemed to her that Farah had two lawyers while she couldn’t afford one.

“I strongly refuse to believe there is no justice. This is the United States of America. If there is no justice here, where can there be justice?” she said.

For others, including Ken Miller of Amherst, the investigation into the collapse and the whereabouts of the money was incomplete.

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handle calls for all courts to provide better customer service and free up workers who now are distracted from other work by phone calls. And at the Superior Court level, proposed changes include consolidating the jury selection process so each court isn’t sending out summons and keeping jury pool lists up to date.

Judge Edwin Kelly, who oversees the family and district court divisions, said the commission took seriously its charge to reinvent the way courts do business.

“We literally started over as if we were creating the courts today and not creating them back in the 1800s,” he said.

July 2012, it would take up to 10 years to fully implement. Officials said they don’t anticipate layoffs given the high number of court staff reaching retirement age and the many current vacancies throughout the system.

At the same time as it asks lawmakers to approve that change, the judicial branch also hopes to move minor motor vehicle trials from district court to the Department of Safety and is seeking $5 million to launch a 5-year plan to transition to a paperless, electronic system for all courts.

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a woman known to her, and when the alleged victim attempted to recover the medicine, the other woman allegedly threatened her with a knife and fled the scene in a red vehicle.

Anyone with information that might be helpful to the investigation is asked to call police at 527-5252 or the Greater Laconia Crimeline at 524-1717

2 vehicles on Union Avenue reportedly hit by BBs or pellets LACONIA — Police are investigating reports that two vehicles were struck with BBs or pellets on Tuesday afternoon.

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CHINA from page 2 China’s human rights record is poor and worsening, with abuses ranging from censorship to illegal detention of dissidents to executions without due process, according to the U.S. government. In a packed news conference — one designed to underscore the freedom of speech on Obama’s home turf — Hu was pressed to defend his country’s treatment of its people. He initially did not answer, saying he never heard the question translated, although the White House said that it was.

When prodded a second time, Hu defended his country’s promotion of human rights. But then he added that China is enduring challenges as it develops and “a lot still needs to be done in China in terms of human

rights.” He said China stood to gain from other countries’ input, saying: “We’re also willing to learn.”

For his part, Obama had to find a balance, standing up for freedoms while not overstepping Hu during the uncommon honor of a state visit. Obama said his nation’s relationship with China is bettering the world’s economy and security, and that it cannot stop over “tension” about human rights fairness.

Pressing for a more cautious long view, Obama said: “I want to suggest that there has been an evolution in China over the last 30 years since the first normalization over relations between the United States and China. And my expectation is that, 30 years from now, we will have seen further evolution.”

from preceding page the facts, then take the time,” Miller said.

All that spoke to Farah’s complicity said the maximum allowed sentence under federal sentencing guidelines was not enough.

Miller said he wished the court could use a formula that would keep Farah in jail until the age of one of his oldest victims — 82-year old retired Reverend Arnold Olsen — who has returned to work in order to support himself and his ailing wife.

For Gilford residents Harry and Priscilla Bean, who had Olsen read their statement for them, Farah stole 40 years of his hard work — seven days a week — 13 hours a day.

“He will have a chance at a second life. He’s too smart to not have an exit strategy,” Bean wrote to

Barbadoro. “Don’t let him con you. He’s only interested in him and his family.”

Olsen, speaking on his own behalf, later said his job as a minister was made more difficult by Farah, who used his position as the treasurer of his father’s Center Harbor Christian Church to gain peoples’ trust.

He said he sees no “genuine repentance” in Farah and that he had ample “opportunities to turn to his victims for forgiveness.”

“We look for justice,” Olsen said.

When Ramsdell asked Barbadoro to consider allowing Farah to turn himself into to which ever federal prison he will serve his sentence, Barbadoro declined, saying because he imposed a more severe sentence than requested by the state and expected

by Farah, he had a reason to run.

Farah exited the courtroom accompanied by Ramsdell and a U.S. Federal Marshal where he was, presumably, taken into federal custody for transport to prison.

His brother declined any comment.

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CONCORD — Laconia native Donald Dodge will serve 6 1/2 years in federal prison for his role in the collapse of a local mortgage company that costs hundreds of people, many of them local, millions of dollars.

Dodge, who appeared yesterday for his sentencing in U.S. Federal District Court surrounded by his family, wept as he expressed his remorse for the pain he caused his victims that included his wife and some of his life-long friends who stood by him yesterday.

“I know I deserve to be punished,” he said acknowledging his betrayal of his friends and family. “I have no fear of going to prison but I hate to leave behind my wife.”

U.S. Attorney Mark Zuckerman recommended that Dodge serve 121 months, or 10 years and one month, for allowing business partner and Financial Resources Mortgage, Inc. President Scott Farah to use him to steal $20-million from his clients.

Zuckerman, who had earlier in the day recommended 10 years for Farah because of his cooperation, argued that Dodge was not initially as forthcoming as Farah about the way the two companies operated.

He said Farah came in and offered information with no restrictions on whether or not his statements could be used against him.

“That distinction is that Farah agreed to testify against Dodge before Dodge agreed to testify against Farah,” said Barbadoro unswayed by Zuckerman’s argument against leniency for Dodge.

When Zuckerman said that Farah’s cooperation “substantially advanced the investigation” and Dodge’s did not, Barbadoro said that “wasn’t necessarily his take on the situation.”

Mark Howard is Dodge’s lawyer and he said he strongly objected to Zuckerman’s characterization of his client.

“From that first day, Mr. Dodge wanted to help Mr. Zuckerman understand,” Howard said noting that Zuckerman told him he didn’t want to interview Dodge until he knew more about FRM and the Ponzi scheme.

“I never gave it a thought that we’d be punished (at a higher level) for dealing on their terms,” he said, calling Zuckerman’s position a “very danger-

ous precedent.”

In the end, Barbadoro said he was swayed by Dodge’s “willingness to help — post crime,” but before passing judgment wanted some assurance that Dodge didn’t try to minimize his role in the scheme.

Howard replied that Dodge never denied his role in creating the line of credit Farah used to steal $20-million from his clients, but that his information as to how the business operated, especially before his involvement in 2005, was not at the same level as Farah’s.

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BIRD from page one Bird’s sentence but let the conviction stand. Because it’s a felony conviction, Bird, 49, would not be allowed to possess guns in the future. Moultonborough police took 22 handguns and long guns from Bird’s home after his arrest.

Lynch and the council scheduled Bird’s pardon hearing for Feb. 1, setting aside two hours for testimony. Lynch spokesman Colin Manning said the council will deliberate and possibly vote on the pardon petition after its regularly scheduled meeting Feb. 2.

Bird’s wife, Ginny, and 18-year-old daughter, Emily, embraced tightly after the council’s vote. from preceding page wanted to plead guilty to what he did.”

Dodge’s assertion was that he came to create CL&M in 2005 after much pleading by Farah to find him a servicing company for his mortgage business. He has all along contended that while he allowed Farah to “borrow” client money from a line of credit, he never realized until it was too late that Farah’s business was largely a fraud.

“Are you satisfied Dodge isn’t holding any assets?” Barbadoro asked Zuckerman.

“Yes,” Zuckerman replied. “He took no money except for his salary.”

Barbadoro said he was impressed by the level of support shown to Dodge and by the statements made in his favor by some of the people who lost the most money, notably Harry and Priscilla Bean of Gilford who described Dodge as a life-long friend who was, in part, duped by Farah.

Earlier Priscilla Bean had told Barbadoro that she and her husband thought Dodge was at fault, was aware of some wrongdoing for some things and should go to prison for two to four years — not the 10 requested by the government.

Dodge himself agreed he was guilty of allowing the line of credit to Farah and for concealing it from potential clients.

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Bird’s legal problems began March 27, 2006, when Christine Harris of Salem passed numerous “No Trespassing” and “Keep Out” signs to arrive at his hilltop home. She had phoned the Bird family the night before asking if they or their relatives had property for sale. They told her they were not interested.

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“Please help correct this injustice and don’t make her a victim twice,” he said.

Barbadoro took a few silent minutes before passing judgment and sentencing him to 78 months in federal prison, most likely in Pennsylvania.

“First, I’m not persuaded Mr. Dodge knew it was criminal at the outset,” Barbadoro said adding that he was not completely convinced that he didn’t engage in fraud.

“I do believe Mr. Dodge has legitimate remorse,” he said.

“None of that eliminates the harm done to these people. Your crime was continuing and for that you have to be punished,” Barbadoro said, adding he could do nothing to mitigate the effects on Dodge’s family.

Barbadoro also agreed to allow Dodge to “self surrender” to the federal prison where he’ll serve his sentence.

After asking about Dodge’s medical health and learning he has angina, high blood pressure, anxiety, and needs a machine to sleep for his sleeping disorder, Barbadoro said the process of transporting him to prison would be “physically demanding” and possibly quite lengthy.

Zuckerman agreed and told the judge there is no risk of harm or flight and it was “unnecessary” to put him through the ordeal of transport.

After assuring Barbadoro that he would be no danger to himself, Dodge thanked him for his consideration.

“There is no mercy on my part,” Barbadoro said flatly, ordering Dodge to surrender to the appropriate federal prison on Feb. 11.

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GRANT from page one on Wednesday, January 26, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The deadline for the grant application falls on January 28.

Eliza Leadbeater, interim executive director of the Belknap County Economic Development Council, told the commissioners that the application was part of the club’s capital campaign aimed at raising $2-million to purchase and renovate the property at the corner of Fair Street and Water Street that has long housed The Citizen newspaper. “The club desperately needs a permanent home,” Leadbeater told the commission.

Leadbeater told the commissioners that she was assembling the documentation required to support the application and was confident of meeting the deadline if the commission authorized the application.

The CDBG program is sponsored by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and administered in New Hampshire by the Community Development Finance Authority, which awards about $10-million in grants of as much as $500,000 each year. Grants are awarded for housing, public facilities, economic development, feasibility studies and unforeseen events. Leadbeater said that the club would apply for a public facilities grant.

Leadbeater explained that the Lakes Region Planning Commission has agreed to administer the grant. The cost of administration, estimated at some $18,000, would be drawn from the grant itself. She said that if awarded the grant, the county would incur only nominal responsibilities.

Ed Philpot of Laconia, the newly elected chairman of the commission, asked if the county itself anticipated seeking a grant for public facilities in the near future, suggesting that the application on

behalf of the Boys & Girls Club could compromise its own request for funding. County Administrator Deb Shackett said that she did not foresee the county making a similar application.

Commissioner Steve Nedeau of Meredith wondered why the City of Laconia did not make the application.

Leadbeater replied that the club served young people throughout the region as well as those from Laconia and the city would likely seek CDBGs to support projects downtown like the acquisition and restoration of the Colonial Theater. At the same time, she assured the commissioners that since Laconia was not submitting an application in the current round, the club would not be competing with the city.

Dave Parker, executive director of the club, said that the organization has entered a purchase and sale agreement to purchase the 1.6-acre lot and building, encompassing some than 16,000 square feet, for $1.1-million from a limited liability company owned by the Robert Foster family of Dover, former publishers of The Citizen.

The club will renovate approximately 10,200 square feet to accommodate a computer center, art studio and office space as well as a multi-purpose room, which will double as gymnasium, and teen center. Parker said that the teen center will include television and games rooms along with a cafe and kitchen. Space will be set aside for meetings and educational programs. He said that the entrance to the building, sheltered by a covered walkway, will face Water Street, enabling buses to easily bring children to the club. Outside, the club plans to shrink the paved area of the lot from 20,000 square feet to 8,000 square feet, adding the difference to the lawn, which will serve as outdoor play space. There will be parking for 16 vehicles and three buses.

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Both Floridians won their seats by turning out Democratic incumbents.

“This is not symbolic. This is why we were sent here,” added Rep. Michelle Bachman, of Minne-

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On the short end of the vote, Democrats challenged Republican claims and highlighted politically popular elements of the bill that would be wiped out if repeal took effect.

Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va., accused some Republicans of “the height of hypocrisy” by voting to repeal a vast see next page

from preceding page encounter. Bird did not testify at trial but has said in media interviews that he took out the gun to remove the ammunition as Harris left.

Bird was convicted of criminal threatening, but because a gun was involved the crime carried a mandatory minimum sentence of three years. Sentencing Judge Steven Houran lamented having to sentence Bird to three years and strongly recommended Bird be transferred to Carroll County House of Corrections so he would be eligible for work release.

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Councilor Daniel St. Hilaire said he was concerned about whether the punishment in Bird’s case fit the crime.

Councilor David Wheeler noted that the present and former police chiefs of Moultonborough support Bird’s release.

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LACONIA — The public defender for a city woman charged with driving under the influence for the second time in four days told a judge his client suffers from “significant” back ailment and was taking prescribed drugs, and was not drunk.

Attorney Howard Clayman told Judge Lawrence A. MacLeod Jr., that it was his understanding that Laura J. Gerlareau, 35, of 7E Mitchell Place, registered a 0.0 on the Breathalyzer when stopped by city police on Monday after her minivan was found perched on a snow bank on Beacon Street West.

Because she suffers from degenerative disk disease, Gerlareau was, however, taking a muscle relaxant and a painkiller, both prescribed by her physician, Clayman told the court.

He said Gerlareau is the mother of three teenage children who are in the primary custody of their fathers. A resident of the city for some 25 years, Clayman told the court, his client is disabled and receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI.) She was scheduled to see her doctor on Tuesday but was instead in Laconia District Court, Clayman explained to the judge.

She has been arrested last Friday, also for driving while under the influence, following an accident, police reported.

The defense attorney argued for $1,000 personal recognizance bail from preceding page expansion of health care at the same time they had signed up for coverage for their families through a government-organized program available to lawmakers.

Rep. Frank Pallone, D-N.J., said that despite claims of employment loss, the economy had added jobs in each of the past 10 months.

In one of the most animated speeches of two days of debate, Rep. George Miller, D-Calif., said repeal would return power to insurance companies.

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and the conditions that Gerlareau not drive a vehicle; meet with her primary care physician and or a pain management specialist and follow all recommendations. If the court felt Gerlareau needed additional supervision, Clayman said, she would not object to the additional condition of testing for illicit drug use through the probation department.

“She understands the seriousness of the situation,” Clayman said, as his client wept beside him.

But Laconia Police Department Prosecutor Jim Sawyer urged the court to continue Gerlareau’s bail at $2,000 cash. He argued that Gerlareau had previously pleaded to three charges of operating after suspension and has convictions for passing bad checks, making false reports, bail jumping and possession of a narcotic drug.

Sawyer said he believed cash bail was needed in order to assure the safety of the community because of the defendant’s history of allegedly driving impaired.

Citing Gerlareau’s record, Judge MacLeod set bail at $2,000 cash. If she is able to make bail, she is not to drive a vehicle, is to go see her doctor and not to drink any alcohol or take any drugs other than what is prescribed.

Her trial on the Class A misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence of liquor or drugs, second offense is scheduled for Feb. 22.

Three Democrats voted with Republicans on the repeal measure: Dan Boren of Oklahoma, Mike McIntyre of North Carolina and Mike Ross of Arkansas.

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has said the legislation will not see the light of day there, but the GOP leader, Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, said bluntly, “I assure you we will” have a vote on it. He did not predict the repeal would pass, but even a vote could present a difficult choice for Democrats facing re-election campaigns in swing states in 2012.

Separately, Republicans are expected to try to cut off the flow of funds needed to implement provisions on the bill.

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Celtics beat Pistons, 86-82, for 4th straight win BOSTON (AP) — For Kevin Garnett, returning from an injury is all about getting back the rhythm he has developed with his Boston teammates.

“It’s like being at a party, and the record skips, and you’ve got to get back on beat,” he said after helping the Celtics erase an eight-point, fourth-quarter deficit and beat the Detroit Pistons 86-82 on Wednesday night. “So, you know, the record skipped a bit. But I’m at the party; I’ve just got to find that groove again.

“For y’all who can’t dance, don’t take it personally.”

Paul Pierce scored 22 points and Ray Allen hit a jumper with 25 seconds left to give the Celtics their first lead of the second half. Shaquille O’Neal had 12 points and 12 rebounds, and Garnett added 11 points and six boards in his second game back after missing nine with a leg injury.

Allen finished with a season-low seven points on 2-for-8 shooting, missing all four of his 3-point attempts. But the Celtics called a play for him out of a timeout and he caught the pass off a screen, BABIES from page 2 “Pennsylvania is not a Third World country,” the district attorney’s office declared in the report. “There were several oversight agencies that stumbled upon and should have shut down Kermit Gosnell long ago.”

Gosnell, 69, was arrested and charged with eight counts of murder in all. Nine of Gosnell’s employees — including his wife, a cosmetologist who authorities say performed abortions — also were charged.

Prosecutors said Gosnell made millions of dollars over three decades performing thousands of dangerous abortions, many of them illegal late-term procedures. His clinic had no trained nurses or medical staff other than Gosnell, a family physician not certified in obstetrics or gynecology, prosecutors said.

At least two women died from the procedures, while scores more suffered perforated bowels, cervixes and uteruses, authorities said.

Under Pennsylvania law, abortions are illegal after 24 weeks of pregnancy, or just under six months, and most doctors won’t perform them after 20 weeks because of the risks, prosecutors said.

In a typical late-term abortion, the fetus is dismembered in the uterus and then removed in pieces. That is more common than the procedure opponents call “partial-birth abortion,” in which the fetus is partially extracted before being destroyed. Prosecutors said Gosnell instead delivered many of the babies alive.

He “induced labor, forced the live birth of viable babies in the sixth, seventh, eighth month of pregnancy and then killed those babies by cutting into the back of the neck with scissors and severing their spinal cord,” District Attorney Seth Williams said.

Gosnell referred to it as “snipping,” prosecutors said.

Prosecutors estimated Gosnell ended hundreds of pregnancies by cutting the spinal cords, but they said they couldn’t prosecute more cases because he destroyed files.

“These killings became so routine that no one could put an exact number on them,” the grand jury report said. “They were considered ‘standard procedure.’”

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turned and (with his foot on the 3-point line) hit the open jumper.

“I wasn’t shooting the ball particularly well,” said Allen, who needs 28 more 3-pointers to tie Reggie Miller atop the NBA’s career list. “I didn’t really think I had a great rhythm. But I always feel like the next shot is going to go in, so I was never worried about it.”

It was the fourth straight victory for the Celtics.

Rodney Stuckey scored 15 points and Greg Monroe had 13 points and nine rebounds for the Pistons, who led by eight with 8 minutes left but did not score over the game’s last 2:43.

“We competed with the best team in the East, and one of the better teams in this league, on their home court,” Pistons guard Tracy McGrady said. “If we can give this type of effort night-in and night-out, we’re going to give ourselves a chance. We just have to learn how to close out games and to execute down the stretch.” sented Gosnell during the investigation, said: “Obviously, these allegations are very, very serious.”

The grand jury report came out a day after new Republican Gov. Tom Corbett took office. Spokesman Kevin Harley pledged that Corbett’s administration, through his new health secretary, would do more to oversee such clinics.

“What needs to be done is regulators, whether on the local or state or federal level, need to properly regulate, inspect and do their jobs,” Harley said. “The safety of our citizens should be first and foremost.”

Authorities raided Gosnell’s clinic early last year in search of drug violations and stumbled upon “a house of horrors,” Williams said. Bags and bottles holding aborted fetuses “were scattered throughout the building,” the district attorney said. “There were jars, lining shelves, with severed feet that he kept for no medical purpose.”

Prosecutors said the place reeked of cat urine because of the animals that were allowed to roam freely, furniture and blankets were stained with blood, instruments were not properly sterilized, and disposable medical supplies were used over and over.

Gosnell didn’t advertise, but word got around.

Women came from across the city, state and region for illegal late-term abortions, authorities said. They paid $325 for first-trimester abortions and $1,600 to $3,000 for abortions up to 30 weeks. The clinic took in $10,000 to $15,000 a day, authorities said.

“People knew near and far that if you needed a late-term abortion you could go see Dr. Gosnell,” Williams said.

White women from the suburbs were ushered into a separate, slightly cleaner area because Gosnell believed they were more likely to file complaints, Williams said.

Few if any of the sedated patients knew their babies had been delivered alive and then killed, prosecutors said. Many were first-time mothers who were told they were 24 weeks pregnant, even if they were much further along, authorities said.

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GHS grad, Major Kenneth Coulombe, retiring from Air Force after 24 year career

VALPARAISO, Florida — Major Kenneth Coulombe will retire from the United States Air Force after 24 years service. His the lead program manager for software development for the 696th Armament System Squadron (ARSS) in the 328th Armament Systems Group, 308th Armament Systems Wing, Eglin Air Force Base, Flordia.

The 696 ARSS is responsible for future developments of the Advanced Medium Range Air-toAir-Missile (AMRAAM) for U.S. and Allied fighter aircraft.

Major Coulombe began his Air Force career in 1986, enlisting after graduating from Gilford High School. His first assignment was to RAF Greenham Common, England where he was a nuclear weapons system specialist for ground launched cruise missiles. He then moved to Tyndall AFB, Florida where he became a quality assurance evaluator and logistician responsible for operations and capabilities for BQM-34A, MQM-107D and QF-4 unmanned targets.

In 1998, Major Coulombe graduated from Troy University with a degree in resource management and received his commission through the Officer Training Squadron in 2000. His first assignment was to Hanscom AFB Massachusetts, 2000, as a program manager for Information Transportation Systems, modernizing global command and control communication systems. His next assignment was to Los Angeles AFB, California, 2003, as a program manager for the Defense Meteorological Satellite Program, leading a presidential-directed, terrestrial and space weather environmental data gathering satellite system. During this assignment, Coulombe attended Squadron Officer School and acquired his MBA through the University of Phoenix.

Major Coulombe transferred to Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. in 2007. He led all efforts for developing autonomous targeting solutions for next-generation smart weapons. While based at Eglin, Coulombe completed a tour at Ali Air Base, Iraq as executive officer for the 407th Air Expedition Group.

MEREDITH – The Meredith Rotary Club has announced free fishing clinics for kids during the Great Rotary Fishing Derby scheduled for the weekend of February 12.

“Once again, we will provide free ice fishing clinics for kids throughout the day on Saturday, February 13,” said Bob Walker, chairman of this year’s Derby.

“Karina Walsh, director of the ‘Let’s Go Fishing’ program for the NH Fish and Game Department will

conduct the clinics on an hourly basis on the ice in front of Derby Headquarters.”

Clinics will be held at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. on Saturday and are open to “kids” of all ages. During the clinic, participants will learn how to be safe on the ice, how to stay warm, which bait is the best to use for each type of fish, and many other helpful hints. see next page

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A funeral service will be held Friday at 2:00 P. M. at the Baptist Church of Franklin. Spring burial will be in Park Cemetery in Tilton.

Arrangements are under the care of the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home in Tilton.

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Broadcasting’s public service announcements and newspaper articles, the cell phone drives have been very successful,” said Elaine Scholtz.

Liberty Tax Service, with more than 3,500 offices throughout the United States and Canada, is a National Premiere Partner with Cell Phones For Soldiers, and helped raise over 600,000 minutes of talk time for troops during this past year. To date, Cell Phones for Soldiers has raised more than $7 million and provided more than 90 million minutes of free talk time. Due to the mobile phone recycling program, more than 7.5 million cell phones have been recycled since 2004, thus reducing the impact on landfills.

“If you’re one of 153 million cell phone users who upgrade and don’t know what to do with that old phone, help a soldier and take it to our office. There is a huge potential to make a difference with over half of the people holding on to old phones and not recycling,” said Scholtz. “This is an easy way to make a difference for those serving America overseas.”

Learn how to erase personal data before donating a phone by going to www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com to access a free cell phone data eraser tool (under Donate a Phone tab).

For more information or to drop off a phone anytime, contact Liberty Tax at 524-5222 or visit www. libertytax.com.

Deadline to apply for $1,000 college scholarship offered

by Faith, Hope and Love Foundation is February 14 LACONIA — The deadline for New Hampshire high school seniors to apply for a $1,000 college scholarship offered by the Faith, Hope and Love Foundation is February 14.

The Foundation will award its 4th annual $1,000 College Scholarship to a deserving student based on the following criteria: the applicant must be a high school senior in the state of New Hampshire (and a Granite State citizen); must not be involved in or accused of any illegal activity; must have documentation of a specific need for funds; must have three letters of reference; must be prepared to show how awarded funds will impact their life

and how they are willing to give back to the community.

All applications must be postmarked by February 14 in order to be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee.

Application and requested documentation should be mailed to FHL, P.O. Box 64, Laconia, NH 03247.

After reviewing all applications, the Top 5 will be chosen

by February 16, notified by mail, then interviewed by the Scholarship Committee on March 16. The award recipient will be honored at the Faith, Hope and Love Foundation’s annual Benefit Dinner on April 30.

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from preceding page “We have worked closely with the NH Fish and Game Department for many years, and this is the fifth year that Karina Walsh will be teaching kids what is needed for ice fishing,” according to Walker.

Each participant will receive a small “goodie” bag at the end of the clinic.

This will be the 32nd year for the Great Rotary Fishing

Derby, with prizes in excess of $62,000 available to Derby ticket holders. First prize is an 18-foot Pioneer fishing boat and trailer, second prize is a Polaris ATV with trailer, and third prize is a deluxe ice fishing package including a portable bobhouse and underwater camera.

For additional information about the Meredith Rotary Fishing Derby, and to purchase tickets, teeshirts, and hats, visit www.meredithrotary.org.

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LACONIA — A Cell Phone for Soldiers drive will be hosted by Liberty Tax Service from 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 5.

With the assistance of the National Guard, Stargaze Pools & Spas, and the non-profit organization Cell Phones For Soldiers, Liberty Tax will collect used wireless phones. Each donated phone will provide service women and men with the opportunity to communicate with loved ones for free. With the proceeds from recycling, prepaid phone cards will be purchased for military families.

Anyone who drops off a used cell phone will have the opportunity to sign up for a free prize drawing to win certificates from Patrick’s Pub and Eatery, Hart’s Turkey Farm, The Common Man, or a free tax return. Refreshments will include coffee, hot chocolate, cake, a hot dog donated by Hannaford’s Supermarket in Gilford and grilled by Stargaze Pools & Spas, or a donut from Dunkin Donuts.

Elaine and Jeff Scholtz, owners of Lakes Region Liberty Tax Service, are proud to have collected and sent in more than 3,550 phones since November 2007, totaling over 213,000 minutes of talk time for our soldiers and their families.

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Gunstock Ski Club receives $2,000 from Laconia Savings Bank to upgrade clubhouse

GILFORD — The Gunstock Ski Club has received a donation of $2,000 from Laconia Savings Bank (LSB) to help fund necessary electrical upgrades for the clubhouse.

Located at the base of Gunstock Mountain Resort’s Cannonball race course, the clubhouse is open every day of training and is used extensively by family members of the Club as well as guests on race day.

Built by volunteer club help, the clubhouse provides meeting and socializing areas for racers and families, storage for equipment, equipment maintenance, and ski tuning facilities.

“We appreciate the local businesses, such as Laconia Savings Bank, who have come forward to help our organization, which will in turn benefit (Left to right) Gunstock Ski Club officers Ann Marie Shumway, treasurer, and Ruth Turner McLaughlin, our community,” stated president, accept a check from Barry Leonard, vice president — commercial lending officer for LacoRuth Turner McLaughnia Savings Bank. (Courtesy photo) lin, president of Gunstock Ski Club. “This donation helps to ensure that Alpine training and ski racing program. Originally we can continue to focus on our regular ski programs.” chartered in 1918, it is the oldest organized ski club Gunstock Ski Club offers children and young in New Hampshire. For more information about the adults the opportunity to compete in an organized Gunstock Ski Club, visit www.gunstockskiclub.org.

Laconia Savings Bank to offer unlimited surcharge-free access to 40,000 ATMs through Allpoint Network LACONIA — Laconia Savings Bank (LSB) has

entered a long-term agreement with the Allpoint Network and will offer unlimited surcharge-free access to 40,000 ATMs across the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.

LSB customers now have a new level of ATM convenience at leading national and regional retailers such as 7-Eleven®, Target®, Walgreens®, and CVS/pharmacy® at more than 170 Granite State locations.

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Winners of Wolfeboro Friends of Music student grants announced WOLFEBORO — Brennan Rankin, Nathan Wotton, Alexander McKenna, and Anthony Chick are the winners of the Wolfeboro Friends of Music’s 2010 — 2011 grants for middle school and high school music students.

The grants provide funds used to help further individuals’ music education by private lessons, upgrading instruments, upgrading equipment, and attending music camps.

Brennan Rankin, a junior at Kingswood, plays contra bass clarinet and guitar. She performs in the high school band, chorus, and Route 28, the high school acappella group. Rankin will use the grant to continue her guitar lessons at the Folk Center.

Nathan Wotten, a sophomore at Kingswood, plays alto sax, trumpet, French horn, and mellophone. In addition to band, he sings in the chorus and Route 28. He will use the funds to buy new instruments possibly a French horn and a mellowphone.

Alexander McKenna, a 7th grader at Kingswood Middle School, has been taking piano lesson for four years with Joe Frascetti. McKenna hopes to perform all over the world believing that no matter what language is spoken, people will understand the music.

Anthony Chick, a 7th grade home schooler, has played the piano for seven years, hand bells for four years, and saxophone for two years. Intent on adding the clarinet to his repertoire, Chick plans to use the grant to continue his lessons with Candice Graham.

Scholarships funding is provided through the Friends of Music William H. Gibson Fund, set up to provide grants to students to encourage their appreciation of music and improve their music skills. Last year the board of Friends of Music voted to increase ticket prices at their concerts from $18 to $20 with the $2 increase being transferred to the Gibson Fund for additional support of student programming and grants.

Wolfeboro Friends of Music, now in its 75th anniversary season, is a presenter of professional musical programs in the greater Lakes Region. from preceding page to the Allpoint Network. The convenience of more than 40,000 ATMs is unmatched by any other bank our size in New Hampshire,” stated Vickie Routhier, VP, director of Marketing & Public Relations.

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Gilford Zoning Board of Adjustment Notice of Public Hearing Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Gilford Town Hall 47 Cherry Valley Road Gilford, NH 03249 Conference Room A 7:00 P.M. The Gilford Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 to hold a public hearing to consider the following application(s): 1. Kevin Leonardo Variance request pursuant to Article 4, Section 4.7.6 (n), of the Gilford Zoning Ordinance to allow the applicant to park a vehicle over the one ton maximum weight limit in relation to a Home Office use on Tax Map & Lot #226-010.000 located at 98 Gunstock Hill Rd. in the Single Family Residential Zone. File #Z11-01.

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Inter-Lakes senior enjoys internship working with residents at Golden View Health Care MEREDITH — Gracia Woodman, a senior at Inter-Lakes High School, is serving as an intern at Golden View Health Care through the Greater Meredith Career Partnership Program.

Since the beginning of the school year, Woodman has visited Golden View every day, helping the staff with various duties. The internship has not only provided Woodman with information about an industry that she wants to explore, it has provided her with a heartwarming experience caring for seniors.

The residents enjoy having a young student to talk to, and Woodman enjoys listening to their life stories — so much so that Golden View’s Frank Vignand honored her request to extend her internship until June.

To learn more about th Career Partnership program, call Executive Director Rhonda Hanaway at 279-6162 or e-mail rhonda.hanaway@ interlakes.org.

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Meredith Village Savings Bank contributes $3,000 to youth financial literacy throughout the state MEREDITH — The New Hampshire Jump$tart Coalition recently received $3,000 from Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) to promote youth financial literacy throughout the state.

Daniel Hebert, NH Jump$tart president, said, “The generosity from Meredith Village Savings Bank will help to underwrite many of our programs including our LifeSmarts and Get 10 programs for high school students and our ‘I Can Save!’ savings program for elementary school students. Meredith Village Savings Bank’s sponsorship will support our ongoing effort to help enable a generation of young adults to take advantage of the opportunities offered by an increasingly complex financial services system. We are very grateful for their support.”

Cynthia A. Hemeon-Plessner, vice president & marketing officer for MVSB, said, “We are pleased to

partner with NH Jump$tart to promote the importance of financial literacy to young adults. MVSB is committed to the education of our youth and recognizes that this message is crucial for them to be successful adults.”

“NH Jump$tart has taken on a formidable challenge. Teenagers are entering a world teeming with financial pitfalls, including record levels of personal bankruptcy filings, high unemployment rates, and increasing tuition costs,” Hebert said. “The vast majority of young adults are not learning about sound money management at home, in our schools, or anywhere. We owe it our children to provide this fundamental life skill in an accurate, consistent, and accessible manner.

More information about NH Jump$tart and its activities is available at www.nhjumpstart.org.

LACONIA — Registration for Laconia Little League’s 59th season will be held at the Community Center from 6 — 8 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15; 6 — 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 17; and 9 a.m. — noon on Saturday, February 19.

Boys and girls who will be 5 — 12 years old before April 30, 2011 and who live in Laconia or Gilford are

invited to join. Registration for new players requires an original birth certificate and three proofs of address (any mail with a street address for Laconia or Gilford).

The fee is $40 per player. Family discounts are available.

For more information, call Julie Westcott, player agent, at 455-8469 or visit www.laconiall.org.

Registration for Laconia Little League is Feb. 15, 17, & 19

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Speare Memorial Hospital named to Harvard Pilgrim’s 2010 Honor Role PLYMOUTH — Speare Memorial Hospital has been named to Havard Pilgrim Health Care’s 2010 Hospital Honor Roll.

The Honor Roll recognizes hospitals whose performance was among the top 25% of those measured nationally on a set of composite quality and patient experience measures. Results were reported

by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on Hospital Compare and Leapfrog patient safety measures.

“The providers on Harvard Pilgrim’s Honor Roll have embraced a culture of quality and are among the top performers in the nation,” said Eric H. Schultz, Harvard Pilgrim’s president and chief executive officer. “We share their commitment to bring safe, effective, and patient-centered care to the people we all serve.” Speare Memorial Hospital was one of 40 hospitals included in the fourth annual Honor Roll.

“It is wonderful to be recognized for all the work our medical community has put forth in implementing and demonstrating evidence based, best practice standards of care,” said Speare Memorial Hospital president and CEO Michelle

McEwen, FACHE. “This recognition also reinforces ‘the Speare experience’: a healthcare team devoted to providing our patients with the best clinical care known to provide better outcomes.”

Harvard Pilgrim is a not-for-profit health plan that provides a variety of benefit options and funding arrangements to more than one million members in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. Hospitals named to the annual Honor Roll were evaluated on processes for caring for patients with heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, and those having surgery. The results of patient surveys measuring patient hospital experiences were included.

Leapfrog patient safety measures included results hospitals achieved in preventing medical errors, maintaining appropriate intensive care unit staffing, taking steps to avoid harm, and reducing in-hospital injuries.

With respect to the delivery of evidence-based medicine, Speare Memorial Hospital performed in the top 10 percent of all critical access hospital in New Hampshire including for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010. Speare is

MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

By virtue of a power of sale contained in a certain mortgage deed given by TIMOTHY C. LEWIS, (a/k/a TIMOTHY LEWIS), a single person, and ALAN F. ROY, a single person, both with a mailing address of 51 Taft Ave., Mendon, Massachusetts 01756-1206, to MEREDITH VILLAGE SAVINGS BANK, 24 NH Route 25, PO Box 177, Meredith, Belknap County, New Hampshire, 03253, dated July 27, 2007, and recorded on August 13, 2007 in the Belknap County Registry of Deeds at Book 2431, Page 372, (the “Mortgage”) the holder of said mortgage, pursuant to and in execution of said powers, and for breach of conditions of said mortgage deed dated July 27, 2007, (and the Note secured thereby of near or even date, and related documents) and for the purpose of foreclosing the same shall sell at PUBLIC AUCTION On February 4, 2011 at 11:00 o’clock in the morning, pursuant to N.H. R.S.A. 479:25, on the premises herein described being located at 19 Moose Run Dr., (f/k/a 13 Birch Drive), Sanbornton, Belknap County, New Hampshire, being all and the same premises more particularly described in the Mortgage.

TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be sold subject to (i) all unpaid taxes and liens, whether or not of record; (ii) mortgages, liens, attachments and all other encumbrances and rights, titles and interests of third persons which are entitled to precedence over the Mortgages; and (iii) any other matters affecting title of the Mortgagor to the premises disclosed herein.

DEPOSITS: Prior to commencement of the auction, all registered bidders shall pay a deposit in the amount of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00). At the conclusion of the auction of the premises, the highest bidder’s deposit, if such high bidder’s bid is accepted by the Bank, shall immediately be paid to the Bank and shall be held by the Bank subject to these Terms of Sale.

All deposits required hereunder shall be made in cash or by check to the order of the Bank, which is acceptable to the Bank in its sole and absolute discretion.

WARRANTIES AND CONVEYANCE: The Bank shall deliver a Mortgagee’s Foreclosure Deed of the Real Estate to the successful bidder accepted by the Bank within forty-five (45) days from the date of the foreclosure sale, upon receipt of the balance of the Purchase Price in cash or check acceptable to Bank. The Real estate will be conveyed with those warranties contained in the Mortgagee’s Foreclosure Deed, and no others.

FEDERAL TAX LIEN: The property to be sold may be subject to a tax lien of the United States of America Internal Revenue Service. Unless this lien is released after sale, the sale may be subject to the right of the United States of America to redeem the lands and premises on or before 120 daysfrom the date of the sale.

BREACH OF PURCHASE CONTRACT: If any successful bidder fails to complete the contract of sale resulting from the Bank’s acceptance of such successful bidder’s bid, such successful bidder’s deposit may, at the option of the Bank, be retained as full liquidated damages or may be held on account of the damages actually suffered by the Bank. If such deposit is not retained as full liquidated damages, the Bank shall have all of the privileges, remedies and rights available to the Bank at law or in equity due to such successful bidder’s breach of the contract of sale. Notice of the election made hereunder by the Bank shall be given to a defaulting successful bidder within 50 days after the date of the public auction. If the Bank fails to notify a defaulting successful bidder of which remedy the Bank has elected hereunder, the Bank shall be conclusively deemed to have elected to be holding the deposit on account of the damages actually suffered by the Bank. Upon any such default, Laconia Savings Bank shall have the right to sell the property to any back up bidder or itself.

AMENDMENT OF TERMS OF SALE: The Bank reserves the right to amend or change the Terms of Sale set forth herein by announcement, written or oral, made prior to the commencement of the public auction.

ORIGINAL MORTGAGE DEED: The original mortgage instrument may be examined by any interested person at the main office of Meredith Village Savings Bank, 24 NH Route 25, Meredith, New Hampshire, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. during the business week.

NOTICE TO THE MORTGAGOR, ANY GRANTEE OF THE MORTGAGOR AND ANY OTHER PERSON CLAIMING A LIEN OR OTHER ENCUMBRANCE ON THE PREMISES: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO PETITION THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE COUNTY IN WHICH THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE SITUATED, WITH SERVICE UPON THE MORTGAGEE, AND UPON SUCH BOND AS THE COURT MAY REQUIRE, TO ENJOIN THE SCHEDULED FORECLOSURE SALE. For further information respecting the aforementioned foreclosure sale, contact Paul McInnis, CAI, AARE, One Juniper Road, North Hampton, NH 03862, 1-800-242-8354.

Dated this the 6th day of January, 2011.

MEREDITH VILLAGE SAVINGS BANK

By Its Attorneys Minkow & Mahoney Mullen, P.A. By: Peter J. Minkow, Esq. 4 Stevens Ave., Suite 3, P.O. Box 235 Meredith, NH 03253 (603) 279-6511 Publication Dates: January 13, 20 & 27, 2011.

providing a level of care higher than both the state and national averages for all four measures.

“These results are attributed to the commitment and diligence of our physicians, nurses respiratory therapists and other clinical staff in providing consistent, patient-centered care,” explained Kofi Cash, MS, CHPQ, director of qual-

ity and safety at Speare Memorial Hospital. “Speare’s performance serves as a benchmark for others to emulate.”

Speare Memorial Hospital is a 24-hour, acute care, non-profit community hospital and health care provider serving the communities of central New Hampshire for more than a century. For more information, visit www.spearehospital.com.

LAKES REGION — The public libraries of Meredith, Rumney, Sanbornton, Thornton, and Wolfeboro have made genealogy research easier for everyone by providing access to Ancestry.com’s Library Edition.

Through a program initiated by the New Hampshire State Library, more than 80 Granite State public libraries are using Ancestry.com’s Library Edition.

More than 7,000 databases are included, delivering billions of records about individuals using censuses, immigration records, military records, court and legal documents, directories and maps.

Anyone interested in family trees can learn their ancestors’ birth, marriage, and death dates as well as obtain information about their jobs, how long they went to school and who lived with them.

GILMANTON IRON WORKS — Alexa McNamara, an 8th grade student at Gilmanton School, won the school-level competition of the National Geographic Bee and a chance at a $25,000 college scholarship.

The school-level Bee, at which students answered oral questions on geography, was the first round in the 23rd annual National Geographic Bee sponsored by Google.

The kickoff for this year’s Bee was held in November 2010, with thousands of schools around the United States and five U.S. territories participating. The school winners, including McNamara, will now take a written

test. Up to 100 of the top scorers in each state will be eligible to compete in their state Bee, to be held April 1.

The National Geographic Society will provide an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C. for state champions and teacher-escorts to participate in the national championship rounds May 24 and 25. The first-place national winner will receive a $25,000 college scholarship and a lifetime membership in the Society as well as a trip to the Galàpagos Islands, courtesy of Lindbald Expeditions and National Geographic.

“Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek will moderate the national finals, which will be televised.

Five Lakes Region public libraries now providing access to family histories

Gilmanton student wins school-level competition of National Geographic Bee

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 Affordable Health Care at Laconia Family Planning and Prenatal. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 121 Belmont Road (Rte. 106 South).

524-5453. GYN and reproductive services.

STD/HIV testing. Sliding fee scale.

Indoor climbing wall drop-in time at Meredith Community Center. 6 to 8 p.m.

Climb Mt. Meredith, a 24-ft. indoor climbing wall. $1 per person. Please pay at the front desk.

District 1 Executive Councilor Ray Burton speaks at the Laconia Senior Center. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Everyone is encouraged to park in the City Hall lot. A delicious meal is served at 11:30 a.m. with everyone invited. $6 for younger folks and $2 for those 60 and up.

Tot Time at the Meredith Public Library.

9:30 to 10:20 a.m. Stories, songs, crafts and fun for ages 1-3. Sign-up is helpful.

Drop-In Storytime at the Gilford Public Library. 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For children ages 2-5. Sing songs, listen to a story and create a craft. No sign-up necessary.

Knit Wits meeting at the Gilford Public Library. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. All knitters welcome.

SATURDAY, JAN. 22 Skating party at the Prescott Park rink in Meredith. 1 to 3 p.m. $1 per person. Hosted by the Parks & Recreation Department. Food provided. Bring your own skates.

Admissions Open House at Sant Bani School in Sanbornton. Group presentation at 10 a.m., followed by tours. Full-accred-

ited K-12 day school. For more information call 934-4240.

Dance for students in grades 6 through 8. 6 to 9 p.m. at Laconia Middle School. Hosted by Laconia Youth Football Assocation. $5 admission. Students from Belmont, Gilford, Gilmanton, Laconia and Meredith are welcome. DJ. Chaperoned.

Snacks and water available for purchase.

Explore what Judiasm teaches about caring for the environment at a Tu B’Shevat Seder and potluck dairy supper at Temple B’nai Israel in Laconia. 5 p.m.

All are invited to join the temple congregation fro a ceremony that will include music, blessings for specific fruits and nuts, an environmental quest for children and discussion of Jewish texts related environmental responsibility. Participants are requested to bring a vegetarian or daily dish to share. Call 524-7044 to make reservations.

Al-Anon Meeting at the Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Saturday in the first-floor conference room. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518.

Open Door Dinners offer free weekly meal in Tilton. 4:30 to 6 p.m. An outreach housed at Trinity Episcopal Church on Main Street, downtown. provides a free hot meal open to all members of the community. All are welcome to eat and all are welcome to help out. For more information, especially about volunteering, please call Pastor Mark at 2863120 or e-mail him at mark@trinitytilton.org.

Drop-In Crafts at the Meredith Public Library. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All kinds of fun crafts to create. Open to all ages with no sign-up required.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

There’s something terribly inconvenient and time consuming that’s on your list of things to do. Take solace from the fact that your ancestors got water from wells and killed their own food.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

You’ll see how all the reading you do is paying off. You’ll know an answer and will save yourself and your loved ones time and money because of this knowledge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

You’ll be sympathetic to another person’s plight, but be careful not to take your sympathy too far. You can extend your kindness without giving money or signing up for whatever the person is selling.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You have a strong appetite for life today, and also for food. It’s a good time to feed yourself what you really want (but rarely get) without a shred of guilt about it.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 20). The action you take, no matter how small, will transform the landscape of your life.

This is because you are so persistent and focused. You are like the ocean tides that, over time, beat down a rocky shore into fine sand. Declarations of love come next month. You will have big news for your friends in April. Travel in October. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 26, 33, 19 and 41.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). You will please others by feeding them. You could become legendary for one of the recipes you come up with, so pay attention to how you’re putting everything together. Better yet, write it down.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ll get a present. Maybe it comes as a surprise, but it really shouldn’t be. This happens because you already gave up what you no longer needed or wanted, leaving room for something new to drop in.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Love can and will turn your life in unexpected directions. You’ll discover capacities you didn’t know you had as you interact with your loved one today.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You don’t have to worry about doing a great job. That will happen easily and naturally if you show up with a nice attitude and in a punctual manner. Being on time helps get everything off to a good start.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Friends will ask you for advice because they have a feeling that you will be able to see possibilities beyond their current viewpoint.

Your broad interests and open mind allow for this.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Someone rubs you the wrong way. You can’t put your finger on the real reason for this, though the discord has been consistent. It will help you if you inwardly agree to disagree.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You might be crazy about someone, but if you were with this person all the time, you would quarrel. Even the best relationships need breathing room.

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Thursday, Jan. 20, the 20th day of 2011. There are 345 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On Jan. 20, 1961, John F. Kennedy was inaugurated as the 35th President of the United States; in his inaugural address, Kennedy declared, “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.”

On this date: In 1801, Secretary of State John Marshall was nominated by President John Adams to be chief justice of the United States (he was sworn in on Feb. 4, 1801).

In 1841, the island of Hong Kong was ceded by China to Great Britain. (It returned to Chinese control in July 1997.)

In 1936, Britain’s King George V died; he was succeeded by Edward VIII. In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt became the first chief executive to be inaugurated on Jan. 20 instead of March 4.

In 1942, Nazi officials held the notorious Wannsee conference, during which they arrived at their “final solution” that called for exterminating Jews.

In 1949, President Harry S. Truman was sworn in for a second term of office.

In 1969, Richard M. Nixon was sworn in as the 37th president of the United States; Spiro Agnew took the oath of vice president.

In 1981, Iran released 52 Americans it had held hostage for 444 days, minutes after the presidency had passed from Jimmy Carter to Ronald Reagan.

In 1986, the United States observed the first federal holiday in honor of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. In 2009, Barack Obama was sworn in as the nation’s 44th, as well as first AfricanAmerican, president.

One year ago: National Intelligence Director Dennis Blair conceded missteps in the government’s handling of the Christmas Day 2009 airline bombing attempt in testimony before the Senate Homeland Security Committee.

Today’s Birthdays: Country singer Slim Whitman is 87. Comedian Arte Johnson is 82. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin is 81. Olympic gold medal figure skater Carol Heiss is 71. Singer Eric Stewart is 66. Movie director David Lynch is 65. Country-rock musician George Grantham is 64. Actor Daniel Benzali is 61. Rock musician Paul Stanley is 59. Rock musician Ian Hill (Judas Priest) is 59. Comedian Bill Maher is 55.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS A talk easing newcomers into the art of genealogy.

6 p.m. at the Goss Reading Room in Lakeport. Featuring David A. Hough, county coordinator for the Belknap County Branch of NH GenWeb. Hosted by Friends of the Goss Reading Room. Anyone wishing a ride or more information may call 524-7683.

Guys’ Night Out at the Gilford Community Church.

6 p.m. Social hour followed by a catered dinner by Ellie Murphy. All men of the Lakes Region are invited. $10.

Speaker will be Daniel Ward, superintendent of the Belknap County House of Corrections. To RSVP call 524-6057.

“Spring Migration Begins in Winter”, a free program at the Loon Center in Moultonborough. 7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Lakes Region Chapter of the New Hampshire Audubon.

Winter Farmer’s Market in at the Historic Belknap Mill in Laconia. 3 to 6 p.m. Music at 5:30 .Vendors offering local farm-raised meats, fresh-baked breads, organic tea, cofree, fudge, pastries, pies, cakes, fresh produce, jellies & jams, local wines, herbs, oils, plants, jewelry, wood workers, and fine art.

Weirs Action Committee meeting at the Weirs Beach Community Center. 7 p.m. Program is a presentation on the Laconia WOW Trail. All are welcome.

Central N.H. Professional Group networking event.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Biederman’s Deli & Pub in Plymouth.

For more information contact Peter Laufenberg at plaufenberg@plymouth.edu.

Parkinson’s Support Group meeting. 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Forestview Manor in Meredith. For more information call 279-3121 or e-mail Kathy&forestviewmanor.com.

Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Thursday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518.

Affordable Health Care at Laconia Family Planning and Prenatal. 4 to 6 p.m. at 121 Belmont Road (Rte. 106 South). 524-5453. GYN and reproductive services. STD/ HIV testing. Sliding fee scale.

Weight Watchers meeting. 6:30 p.m. at the Center Harbor Christian Church.

Toddler Time at the Gilford Public Library. 11:30 to noon. For toddlers 18 to 36 months. Sing songs, share stories and move to music. Sign-up in the Children’s Room.

Brown Bag Book Discussion at the Gilford Public Library. Noon to 1 p.m. Discuss Tatiana de Rosnay’s best seller “Sarah’s Key” with guest facilitator Rhetta Colon.

Copies are available at the library.

Book Discussion at the Gilford Public Library. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Discuss Tatiana de Rosnay’s best seller “Sarah’s Key” with guest facilitator Rhetta Colon. Copies are available at the library.

Tales For Tails program at the Gilford Public Library.

3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Join Holly and her dog “Ben” on the first and third Thursday of each month. “Ben” is a golden retriever who loves to listen to children read, so bring your favorite book or choose a new one from his special bag.

Knotty Knitters time at the Meredith Public Library. 10 a.m. to noon. All levels of experince welcome.

Preschool Story Time at the Meredith Public Library. 1 to 2 p.m. Stories and crafts from ages 3-5. Sign-up is helpful.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 Free Miso & a Movie series at the Practice Room Center for Yoga and Healing. 6 p.m. Thomas Balmes documentary film “Babies” will be shown. Attendees are invited to bring and pillow and PJs. Healthy food and beverages will be provided. For more information call 279-3243.

Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 9:30 to 11 a.m. each Friday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518.

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: I am a 36-year-old husband and father, married for four years. Two years ago, I caught my wife cheating on me.

I was willing to forgive her for the sake of our children.

But lately, our marriage seems to have fallen into that dark alley again. My wife is always on Facebook or buried in her cell phone, texting. She won’t tell me with whom. Every time I dare peek at what she is doing, she goes immediately on the defensive.

I confronted her about how shady she has been, and she assures me it’s nothing to be concerned about. Well, time, aggravation and arguments have turned me into someone I don’t like. I logged into her Facebook account and checked out her private messages. I discovered she’s been talking to some guy behind my back. It’s not an affair, but there is definite flirting.

I haven’t told her what I know. Should I? Was I wrong to snoop? Help. -- Distrustful Dear Distrustful: Although we don’t recommend snooping, it is understandable when your wife has given you reason to suspect her and has a history to back it up. Tell her what you found, and apologize for going behind her back. When someone has had an affair, that person needs to be completely transparent in every aspect of the relationship, or trust cannot be regained.

Your wife is putting your marriage at risk by being dishonest about her contact with other men. Insist that she accompany you for counseling, and see if you can work on this together.

Dear Annie: My husband and I have large breed dogs. Four of them are well behaved and nice to be around. The fifth is a nightmare. “Buddy” constantly attacks our other dogs and has caused minor injuries.

I have spoken to three different trainers and have tried everything. I want to have Buddy relocated to another home. He is not a bad dog. He just does not fit into our pack. My husband

has only recently decided to take this seriously and is now determined to keep this dog. But last night, Buddy attacked our St. Bernard, and in the process, I was knocked over and bitten. I’m done.

We are expecting our first child soon, and Buddy is clearly a risk. How do I convince my husband of this without getting divorced? -- Illinois Dear Illinois: Even well-behaved dogs can develop jealousy toward a new baby. Although Buddy may be trainable, it’s unlikely you will accomplish that before the baby arrives, and your child’s safety must come first. Your husband is doing Buddy no favors by insisting he fit in with your family when he might do better and be happier elsewhere. Don’t wait for a tragedy. Please relocate Buddy immediately.

Dear Annie: I was amazed to see the letter from “Daughter-inLaw in Hawaii,” whose mother-in-law smells like mothballs. A few years back, my sisters and I noticed that my mother reeked of mothballs. When we told her to take the coat to the cleaners, she was shocked. She said she thought the smell of mothballs showed people you were well off enough to be able to take care of your woolens. She told us she always stuck a few mothballs in her pockets in winter so she could be proud of her clean scent.

When we explained that this was not the case, she was so glad we told her.

Soon after I married, I noticed that my mother-in-law had a strong underarm odor. I begged my husband to tell her, but he wouldn’t. When she later got a part-time job, her boss took her aside. She called me, crying, and demanded to know why we hadn’t said anything. It took a long time for her to forgive us for failing her. People should be told the truth before they are embarrassed and humiliated in public. -- California

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to: anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700, Los Angeles, CA 90045.

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Adoption

Autos

Business Opportunities

For Rent

ADOPT: We are a religious, pro fessional couple longing to adopt a new born baby to give tons of love, security and a life full of opportunitues. Please contact Susana and Francisco at 1-800-320-4459 or visit www.wewishtoadopt.net. Expenses paid.

1998 Toyota T100 Truck 5 speed, runs excellent. Bedliner, cap, tow package, more. Good mileage.

Recent sticker $1500. Meredith (603)677-7037.

LACONIA- Unique opportunity.

Laundromat in well established location; Dryers, some equipment needs repairing or replacing; All duct work, plumbing, & boiler in place; Free rent to get started. $3,000. 603-455-6662

GILFORD HOUSE

Animals LABRADOR pups AKC. Extraordinary litter with outstanding pedigrees. All you want in a Lab! Great temperaments.

(603)664-2828.

NEW! THE DOG WASH WAGGIN A full-service mobile grooming salon. Easy, convenient, time-saving! Call 603-651-9016.

Announcement THE THRIFTY YANKEE -New Thrift Shop in Meredith, now accepting donations. Drop off across from Interlakes HS. 253-9762

Autos 1991 Honda Civic DX Hatchback: Red, automatic, good drive train, will run with new fuel lines. Good car to run or for parts. $400/best offer. 393-7786.

1995 Cadillac DeVille Sedan: Green, approximately 90k, no rust, clean in/out. Asking $2,500 as is. 286-8756.

2007 Toyota Tundra, dbl. cab, SR5, 65K miles, maroon with black interior $17,500/ bro.

455-8987.

ABLE to pay cash, cars average $250, trucks full-size 4x4, $300, truck batteries $6 each, alloy $7 each, in Epping we have scale, $1/ lb. for coded Copper wire, $2.65/ lb. for copper pipe.

(603)502-6438 BUYING junk cars and trucks ME & NH. Call for price. Martin Towing. (603)305-4504.

For Rent ALTON/GILFORD Town Line: 2-Bedroom house, $200/week +utilities; Studio, $200/week, includes utilities, cable/internet..

Lake/Beach access. 365-0799.

APARTMENTS, mobile homes. If you need a rental at a fair price, call DRM Corp. Over 40 years in rentals, 524-0348 or visit M-W-F, 12-5, at 373 Court Street, Laconia.

CASH FOR junk cars & trucks.

Top Dollar Paid. Available 7 days a week. 630-3606 CASH paid for unwanted or junk cars and trucks. Same day service possible. 603-231-2859.

01 Subaru Limited Outback Wagon. Automatic, loaded, heated seats, winter package, dual sun roof. Great condition, 127K, $5,500/obo. 630-1950

BOATS 1985 Formula 242LS twin 350s, 95% restored, must see, must sell, health issues. $12,000.

293-4129.

BELMONT: 2 Bedrm duplex, w/d hookups. $200 per week + utiliites. Sec/ Refs required. 524-3790 CUTE 1-bedroom remodeled apartment in Tilton. 1/2 month rent free! Heat/Hot Water included. $660/Month. 603-393-9693 or 916-214-7733 GILFORD 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, attached one car garage, excellent condition, $1200/ month plus utilities, contact Debbie at Roche Realty 603-279-7046 or 603-520-7769.

Newly renovated 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms. Applianced kitchen, sun porch & full basement, washer-dryer hook-ups, walking distance to shopping. $950 per month. No pets/No smoking, one month security deposit.

527-9221 or 455-0044

GILFORD 4-Month Short-term rental. Furnished 2 bedroom home. Easy lakefront living.

Heat/electric extra. $850/Month 603-393-7077 GILMANTON: 2-bedroom, 1-bath house, in private lake community.

Bring your ATV, snowmobile & boat. Easy commute to Concord and Laconia. $1,100/month, Includes utilities. 603-267-8970.

LACONIA Awesome 1 bedroom includes heat, hot water, garage, on-site laundry, $650/mo. No pets, 455-0874.

Laconia Efficiency: Recently remodeled, on quiet dead-end street, $450/month. All utilities included, Call 527-8363. No-pets.

LACONIA In-town, 2-Bedroom, finished basement. $750 plus utilities, first and security. No smoking, available now. 528-2292

GILFORD Condo-Country setting, 2-bedroom, 2-baths, laundry, Gunstock views. No smoking/No Pets. $950 + utilities. Call 603-455-9719

Laconia one bedroom: On quiet dead-end street, $650/month. All utilities included, Call 527-8363.

No pets.

GILFORD HOUSE

LACONIA Pleasant St. 1-Bedroom, $750. Studio apartment $650. Heat/hot water included, no pets/smoking. 524-5837

Newly renovated 3 bedroom house. Applianced kitchen, sun porch, full basement with washer-dryer hook-ups, walking distance to shop ping. $1,200 per month. No pets/No smoking, one month security deposit.

527-9221 or 455-0044

LACONIA Prime 2 bedroom apt on Gale Ave. Walk to town and beaches. Carpeting, just repainted, private entrance, Garage. $900/ mo. includes heat and hot water. 524-3892.

LACONIA Small studio, electric heat, mature, responsible, employed. No pets. $495 plus utili-

For Rent

For Rent LACONIA: 2 bedroom, heat included with private parking, storage, laundry area, snow removal, refrigerator and stove. $875/mo.

Security & credit check required.

No pets. 603-267-6114 LACONIA: 26 Dartmouth St. 1/2 of a Duplex; 7 Rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath. Walkout Basement w/Laundry Hookups. Very clean, hardwood floors, private off street parking for 2 cars. Convenient to library, churches, downtown, Opechee Park & schools. Available immediately non-smoking. $1,000/month plus utilities.

Owner/broker 396-4163

LACONIA- 1 Bedroom starting at $600/Month. No Pets Please. Call 267-8023 GC Enterprises Property Management.

LACONIA- SPACIOUS 1-bedroom apartment, walking distance to LRGH. Heat/Hot Water, Washer/dryer hook-up, Private parking. NO SMOKERS/PETS. References/Security deposit. $750/month. 279-1080 leave message.

LACONIA- Heat, Hot Water,& Electric Included.1 Bedroom $750/Mo. Call 267-8023 GC Enterprises Property Management.

LACONIA: 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom in duplex building, 1st & 2nd floors plus access to attic and basement with laundry hook-ups, $1,000/month plus utilities, 524-1234.

LACONIA: Near downtown, 1-Bedroom, $600 +utilities and 2-Bedroom, $750 +utilities.

References & deposit required.

387-3864.

LACONIA: Small 2-Bedroom, $170/week, includes heat and hot water. References & deposit.

524-9665.

LACONIA: 1 bedroom $145/week, heat & hot water included, pay own electric. References & security deposit required, 524-4428

LACONIA: 3 bedroom, 2nd floor.

Separate entrance, coin-op laundry in basement. $265/week including heat, electric & hot water.

524-1234.

LACONIA: Gilbert Apartments. Efficiency, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments available. 524-4428.

LACONIA: large 3 bedroom, 2 living rooms, 1.5 baths, playroom, yard, one car garage, laundry hook-ups. $1500/month, utilities included, 524-4428 LACONIA: S tudio, $135/week & 1-Bedroom, $155/week, heat & HW included. 2-Bedroom, $185/week or $750/month, utilities included. No dogs. 496-8667 or 545-9510.

LACONIA: Small 1-Bedroom, $135/wk, includes heat & hot water, references and deposit.

528-0024.

Lakeport: 1 bedroom $140/week, utilities included, laundry on site.

References & security deposit required, 524-4428 Lakeport: 1 bedroom, $130/week, utilities included. References & security deposit required, 524-4428 Lakeport: 1 bedroom. $145/week, utilities included. References & security deposit required.

524-4428

LACONIA: 1 bedroom, 2nd floor, $185/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234.

Lakeport: 3 bedroom, $260/week utilities included, laundry on site.

References & security deposit required, 524-4428

LACONIA: 1 bedroom, 2nd floor, renovated kitchen & bathroom, access to attic for storage & basement with laundry hookups, $195/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234.

MEREDITH- In-Town Efficiency apartment. 1-bedroom, 1-bath.

Kitchen, large living room with dryer. Quiet location, no pets/no smokers $800/Month + utilities.

Rick (781)389-2355

Laconia: 1 bedroom. $140/week, utilities included, laundry on site, references & security deposit required, 524-4428

MEREDITH: 2 and 3-bedroom mobile homes, $725-$800 +utilities, security deposit required, no dogs, 279-5846.

LACONIA: 1-bedroom apartments in clean, quiet, secure downtown building. Very nice and completely renovated. $175/week, includes heat, hot water and electricity.

524-3892.

MEREDITH: Cozy studio near downtown, hardwood floors, storage, heat, hot water included. No pets, non-smoker. References, security required. $500/month.

455-4075.

Bring In The New Year With Affordable Housing Get your name on our waiting list at PRINCE HAVEN OR HILLSIDE APARTMENTS All utilities included Plymouth/Meredith, N.H. (Prince Haven has an elderly preference) If you are 62, disabled or handicapped, (regardless of age), and meet annual income guidelines, you may qualify for our one-bedroom apts.

Call today to see if you qualify.

603-224-9221 TDD # 1-800-545-1833 Ext. 118 or Download an application at www.hodgescompanies.com Housing@hodgescompanies.com

40% of our vacancies will be rented to applicants with Extremely Low Income. Rent is based on your household size and income.

An Equal Opportunity Housing Agent

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For Rent

For Sale

Help Wanted

Real Estate

MEREDITH: In-town 1-bedroom, includes heat, $600/month. Parking w/plowing. No Smoking. No pets. Security deposit. 387-8356.

Brand new maple glazed kitchen cabinets. All solid wood, never installed. You may add or subtact to fit kitchen. Cost $6,900 sacrifice, $1,595. 603-235-1695

Be Part of the MADEIRA USA Customer Service Team

Buy direct from owner and save.

Country setting, 2-bedroom, 2-baths, laundry, Gunstock views, 2-balconies, large livingroom with fireplace, store room. $93,000.

Call 603-455-9719

MEREDITH: Large 2-Bedroom + office, second-floor. Main St, newly painted, off-street parking, no pets/smoking. First month and security, references required. $775 + heat/utilities.

603-630-2381.

MUST SEE - LOVELY MEREDITH HOUSE 1st floor of 2-family home, full basement, W/D hookup, close to town, large, 2BR, hardwood floors, porch, $975/month +utilities. No Smoking/Dogs.

Security,references. 279-4376

NORTHFIELD Are you tired of living in run down, dirty housing, then call us we have the absolute best, spotlessly clean and everything works. We include heat & hot water and all appliances, Townhouses & apartments, in Northfield one block from I-93 Call 630-3700 for affordable Clean living.

NORTHFIELD: 2 bedroom, 1st floor, includes basement. $210/week including heat, electric & hot water, 524-1234.

NORTHFIELD: 1 bedroom, 1st floor, separate entrance, coin-op laundry in basement. $195/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234.

TILTON- DOWNTOWN. Large room in 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartment, shared with 2 other responsible adults, $150 weekly, includes all. 286-4391.

EMERALD -cut high quality diamond ring. 1/2 carat total weight. $2,300 retail, must sell $600.

393-9693 FIREPLACE Mantle- 4ft. wide X 3ft. 4 inches high with 2-propane inserts, new. $225. 781-248-2553 FIREWOOD-ALL quantities available. Bundles, 1/8, 1/4 & 1/2 cords. Full cord/$180. Pick-up/delivery. 998-7337/Leave Message BED Orthopedic 10” thick pillowtop mattress & box, new in plastic cost $950, sell Queen $285, Full $260, King $395. 431-0999 PATRIOTS playoff tickets; Pats vs Jets. 4 seats, Sun. Jan. 16th. $175 each. (603)548-8049.

RUGER 30:06 Rifle: Brand new condition, laminated stock, Leopold scope, 4 boxes ammo. $750. Cell 630-7440.

TOOLS/ EQUIPMENT Tread Mill Keys 8800L1 gym quality like new asking $225. Husqvarna Pole Saw 8 ft. 325P series $175, Lawn Mower Troy Bilt w/bagger good cond. $75, Husqvarna Snow Blower model 14527SB-LS 3 hrs. on it $995, Car Floor Jack 21/2 ton new $75, Propane gas mushroom heater like new 175,000 BTU $75, SencoNail Air Gun for roofing, new $100, 10” Makita compound miter chop saw w/carbide blades $125, 14" Makita miter chop saw w/carbide blade cast iron and aluminum frame $125.

603-387-7100 TORO CCR 2450 GTS 5 HP Snowblower- Like New Condition. $345 OBO. 729-0199 Leave Message

WINNISQUAM: Small efficiency apartment and a cottage including heat, hot water and lights. No pets. $150-$175/week. $400 deposit. 528-2757 or 387-3864.

As a part-time Customer Service Representative, you will be involved in a high-volume telephone contact environment that requires organizational skills and attention to detail. Candidate must have strong telephone skills and be PC literate.

Must have the ability to work a flexible, part-time schedule Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. Minimum of H.S. diploma/GED required.

Apply in person at 30 Bayside Court Laconia email a resume to hr@madeirausa.com or fax to (603) 524-1839

MADEIRA USA Part-time Position Join the Madeira USA team as a Credit/Accounts Receivable Assistant. Applicants must be detail-oriented with intermediate knowledge of Excel, fast and accurate data entry, able to communicate effectively for reception coverage and work flexible part-time hours, typically Mon-Fri 1:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

HS diploma/GED and previous Credit and A/R experience required.

E-mail/ fax résumés to

hr@madeirausa.com 603-524-1839 or apply in person at 30 Bayside Court, Laconia, NH. PART-TIME Cleaning, Laconia/ Tilton: Monday-Friday evenings, 6-10 hours per week, $10/hour.

Must clear background check.

524-9930.

Marco Island, FL: Still time to enjoy relaxing waterfront living. No snow! Terms-negotioable. all 393-7077.

needed Part-time, 2-3 days a week in our Gorham, NH location.

CPAP knowledge is helpful and current Respiratory Therapy experience. Semi-annual raises, educational incentives, vehicle reimbursement, excellent starting salary. Come join this exciting industry and a great team. Please forward resume to spushee@keenemedicalproducts.com or mail, Keene Medical Products, Inc. P.O. Box 439, Lebanon, NH 03766 Attn: HR Director

LACONIA Prime retail. 750 sf., parking, includes heat. $550 per month. Also 1325 sf. $675/month Security deposit & references.

455-6662.

Lakeport: storefront, $700 month, plus utilities. 1,000 sf retail space, 1500 sf storage space. Security deposit required, 524-4428 Manufacturing/Warehouse/Storage 13 Artisan Ct. Unit #2, Gilford, NH. 1,250 sq. ft., heated. 3 Phase power, $700/Month. 524-6766

For Sale Arctic-Cat helmet with bag. JVC bibs, with drop seat. New, size Medium $125 393-9693 BED- 10 inch thick orthopedic pillowtop mattress & box. New in plastic. Cost $1,000, sell Queen $295, King $395, Full $270. Can deliver. 603-235-1773 Bedroom- 7 piece cherrywood sleigh. Dresser/Mirror chest & night stand. New! in boxes, cost $2,200 Sell $895. 603-235-1773 BELMONT- 2 Bedroom Manufac tured Home on 1/2 Acre. Town water & sewer newly renovated and energy efficient. Nice location. For Lease -$1,000/Month, for sale call for details. 267-8023 GC Enterprises Property Management

SHOVELING

Roommate Wanted LACONIA/GILFORD HOUSEMATE wanted. Spacious furnished 2-room-accommodations.

Includes all utilities, WiFi, dish, laundry. $140/week, $500/Month.

528-8030 LOOKING for roommate to share a house. Own room, includes everything. $100/week. Good reference. 279-7693 WEIRS Beach Area: To share house, $500/month, everything included. Beach rights. 393-6793.

Services All Trades Landscaping Construction • Irrigation Excavation • Maintenance Spring and Fall • Clean up's.

Free estimates and fully insured

603-524-3969

BRETT’S ELECTRIC Fast, Reliable Master Electrician.

No Job Too small, Lowest Rates, Top Quality. Mail me an insured competitors residential proposal & I ll beat it! Call 520-7167.

PIPER ROOFING & VINYL SIDING

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Quality Work Reasonable Rates Free Estimates Metal Roofs • Shingle Roofs

Small Jobs Are My Speciality

Our Customers Don t get Soaked!

TIM S Quality Painting: “Affordable, professional painting.”

Floors, repairs, wallpaper removal. Insured, references, free estimates. 603-455-5626.

Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277

528-3531

Or

Polysomnography Technologist

For Rent-Commercial

Services ROOF 603-393-2432

Respiratory Therapist

For Rent-Vacation

IN-TOWN LACONIA: 2,000 Sq. Ft., possible to 3,500. Loading dock, three phase power, private office, priced like storage but great for your business. $900 per month, includes heat and property tax. Sale possible. AVAILABLE NOW. Kevin Sullivan, Coldwell Banker Commercial, 630-3276.

Services

Found Female Calico Cat- Found near Shore Dr. approximately 6 weeks ago. Needs good home. 387-2460

Furniture BEAUTIFUL, Queen Luxury Support Pillowtop Mattress Set. New in plastic. Cost $1095, Sell $249.

Can deliver. 603-305-9763

PROMOTIONAL New mattresses starting; King set complete $395, queen set $239. 603-524-1430.

TRUNDLE bed set with mattresses. Excellent condition, little used. $200/ obo. 520-2477 or 293-8155.

Free T&B Appliance Removal. Appliances & AC’s removed free of charge if outside. No TV’s Please call (603)986-5506.

Help Wanted

We show you how.

Simple & fun.

Act Now!

Call 603-556-7111 Seeking highly motivated people to join my Pampered Chef team.

High earning potential! Call 496-0762.

Interior/Exterior

Since 1982 ~ Fully Insured

Powerwashing

279-5755 630-8333 Bus.

M.A. SMITH ELECTRIC: Quality work for any size electrical job. Licensed-Insured, Free estimates/ 603-455-5607 MOBILE Home Repairs: Storm damage, Renovations. Doors, windows, floors, etc. Reasonable, experienced. Dan, 279-5806, 937-7095.

GIRL S Bedroom set. 4 poster doublebed with canopy hardware, dresser, bureau, mirror, all in white. $500/ obo. 520-2477 or 293-8155.

Extra Income or Financial Freedom

BLUE RIBBON

PAINTING CO.

Instruction New Hampshire Aikido -Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Barn, Wadliegh Rd. Sanbornton.

998-1419

Land BELMONT: 3 acre building lot in vicinity of high school, 100% dry land, driveway already roughed in, great gravel soils for building, $54,900.

Owner/broker, 524-1234.

Cell

SNOW Removal: Roofs, walkways, ice dams. Experienced and insured. Dan, cell, Lakes Region, (603)937-7095.

THE HUNGRY PAINTER: Roof Shoveling, Painting, small tree work, dump runs, odd jobs, drywall repairs. 455-6296.

Snowmobiles 2002 MXZ 600 Sport, 1900 miles, recent skis, good shape. $1900.

848-0014.

Storage Space STORE your car-boat-motorcycle before the snow in a clean and secure brick building. Low prices.

(603)524-1430

Wanted To Buy Wanted to Buy- Snap On, Craftsman, Mac Tools and Tool Boxes.

Cash Paid.

Email northernbuy@gmail.com

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209/mo*

Loaded! Power Windows, Locks & Seat, Remote Factory Start, Remote Locking, Alloy Wheels.

12 Month / 12,000 Mile Bumper to Bumper Warranty & Balance of 5 Year / 60,000 Mile Power Train Warranty.

2008 Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD

2008 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD LTZ Crew Cab 4WD

2007 Ford Super Duty F-350 XLT FX4 4WD

Drive in Style!

$46,900 #11278A

#11154SA

Auto, A/C, Power Locks, Windows, Seats & Sunroof, Navigation, DVD, CD, On*Star, Trailer Towing Package, Tonneau Cover, ABS, Heated Leather, Keyless Entry, Dual Climate Zones, only 38k Miles!

2009 Chevy Cobalt

2 To Choose From! $169/month**

2005 Buick Lacrosse

35k Miles #10062PA $151/month**

$38,995

Leather, Power Windows, Locks & Seats, Super Tow Package, Sunscreen Glass, Tilt, Cruise, Line-X Spray-On Bedliner, 46k Miles.

2008 Ford Fusion SE AWD

DURAMAX DIESEL!

#11259A

$24,995

Power Windows & Locks, Trailer Towing Package, Turbo Diesel, Alloys, 85k Miles.

#10055PB $217/month**

21k Miles #10063PB $283/month**

2009 Chevy Malibu LTZ

2008 & 2007 Chevy Avalanche LT’s & LTZ’s 3 To Choose From!

From $29,900

49k Miles #11167TB $175/month**

2005 Chevy Impala LS

2005 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD

2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT Ext. Cab 4WD

2007 Chevy Trailblazer LS’s & LT’s

49k Miles #11104A $99/month**

70k Miles #11195A $292/month**

2 To Choose From!

From $27,995

2006 Toyota Camry LE

5 To Choose From!

From $15,995

View Our Website For Complete Inventory: www.cantins.com 623 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH 603-524-0770 or 1-800-226-8467 “When other dealers can’t ... Cantin can!”

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Disclaimer: Photos for illustration purposes only. Not responsible for typographical errors. *Payment based on 60 months at 1.9% APR, $3,000 cash or trade equity down payment, subject to credit approval. **Payment based on 72 months at 5.9% APR, $3,000 cash or trade equity down payment, subject to credit approval.