The Laconia Daily Sun, January 26, 2011

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Domestic violence-related choke hold is now prosecuted as a felony assault — P. 6

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Tilton mess, Alton police chief way behind on paying town taxes officials pick 61 Business Park Drive as location Councilors have votes but Ward Bird can’t get pardon without the governor on board for new police station A strong tailwind

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THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

ALTON — Eighteen months after the collapse of the Meredith mortgage company that financed his real estate development projects, Police Chief Ryan Heath is struggling mightily under the weight the whole FRM debacle.

CONCORD — If Ward Bird’s requested pardon is granted, it would be only the 22nd in the last 28 years and only the fifth since 1988 when John

As of Jan. 1, Heath, who as Alton’s top cop earns between $65,000 and $70,000 annually and lives in New Durham, owes the town of Alton $14,929 in well-pastdue property taxes for five properties on Cynthia Drive. And that number does not include his unpaid 2010 tax burden.

According to Tax Collector Anne Droeger,

H. Sununu, who pardoned 17 felons, left the governor’s office after three terms.

The council will take the matter up on February 1.

the town placed tax liens on those properties — $7,099 for unpaid 2008 taxes and $7,830 for unpaid 2009 property taxes. She said she has also not received any payments for the properties for 2010.

“The town understands this is an issue,” said Heath in a phone conversation yesterday. see HeaTH page 7

Former New Hampshire Attorney General now United States Senator Kelly Ayotte described a pardon as “forgiveness rather than forgetting,”

explaining that a pardon eases the consequences without erasing the stain of a conviction.

Or, as the New Hampshire see PaRdOn page 6

By Michael Kitch THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

TILTON — The Board of Selectmen last night accepted the recommendation of the Life Safety Building Committee to convert part of an empty industrial building at 61 Business Park Drive to a police station.

After reviewing 31 different properties, the committee chose the site over the alternative of purchasing two lots on East Main Street (Rte. 3) at the southwest corner of its intersection with Morrison Avenue and constructing a police station on the site.

The town acquired 61 Business Park Drive for $1.5-million in 2008 anticipating that it would house an element of the Tilton-Northfield Fire Department as well as the Tilton Police Department.

But, when the Fire Commission balked, the Life Safety Building Committee was formed to find an see TILTOn page 10

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State of the Union: 1 man’s ‘investment’ is another’s ‘spending’ WASHINGTON (AP) — Pleading for unity in a newly divided government, President Barack Obama implored Democratic and Republican lawmakers to rally behind his vision of economic revival for an anxious nation, declaring in his State of the Union address Tuesday night: “We will move forward together or not at all.”

To a television audience in the millions, Obama addressed a Congress sobered by the assassination attempt against one if its own members, Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. Her seat sat empty, and many lawmakers of competing parties sat together in a show of civility.

Yet differences were still evident, as when Democrats stood to applaud his comments on his health care law, while Republicans sat mute next to them.

In his best chance of the year to connect with the country, Obama devoted most of his prime-time address to the economy, the issue that dominates concern in a nation still reeling from a monster recession — and the one that will shape his own political fortunes in the 2012 election.

The president unveiled an agenda of carefully

balanced political goals: a burst of spending on education, research, technology and transportation to make the nation more competitive, alongside pledges, in the strongest terms of his presidency, to cut the deficit and smack down spending deemed wasteful to America.

In one new example, Obama said he would veto any bill with earmarks, the term used for lawmakers’ pet projects. That drew a rebuke from his party even before he spoke, as Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., said the president had “enough power already” and that plans to ban earmarks were “a lot of pretty talk.”

Obama’s proposals Tuesday night included cutting the corporate tax, providing wireless services for almost the whole nation, consolidating government agencies and freezing most discretionary federal spending for the next five years. In the overarching theme of his speech, the president told the lawmakers: “The future is ours to win.”

Yet, Republicans have dismissed his “investment” proposals as merely new spending.

Republican Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin, giving the GOP’s response, said the nation was at a “tipping point” leading to a dire future if federal deficits aren’t trimmed. Ryan was to promote budget cuts as essential to responsible governing, speaking from the hearing room of the House Budget Committee, which he now chairs.

Obama entered the House chamber to prolonged applause, and to the unusual sight of Republicans and Democrats seated next to one another rather than on different sides of the center aisle. And he began with a political grace note, taking a moment to congratulate the new Republican speaker of the House, Rep. John Boehner.

Calling for a new day of cooperation, Obama said: “What comes of this moment will be determined not by whether we can sit together tonight but whether we can work together tomorrow.” On a night typically known for its political theater, the lawmakers sometimes seemed subdued, as if still in the shadow of the Arizona shootings.

NEW YORK (AP) — The first, and possibly the last, Guantanamo detainee to have a U.S. civilian trial was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday for his role in the 1998 U.S. embassy bombings in Africa, a case that nearly unraveled when the defendant was convicted on just one of more than 280 counts.

Ahmed Ghailani, who served as Osama bin Laden’s cook and bodyguard after the bombings in Tanzania and Kenya, sought leniency, claiming he was tortured at a secret CIA detention site after his arrest in Pakistan seven years ago. But U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan imposed the maximum sentence, saying that whatever Ghailani suffered “pales in comparison to the suffering and the horror”

caused by the nearly simultaneous attacks, which killed 224 people and injured thousands more.

Ghailani, 36, was convicted last month of conspiring to destroy government buildings. Prosecutors said he bought a truck used in the Tanzanian attack, stored and concealed detonators, sheltered an alQaida fugitive and delivered hundreds of pounds of TNT to the African terror cell.

His trial at a lower Manhattan courthouse had been viewed as a test for President Barack Obama’s aim of putting other terror detainees — including self-professed Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheik Mohammed — on trial on U.S. soil. His hands are tied, however — at least in the short term —

because lawmakers have prohibited the Pentagon from transferring detainees to the U.S. The prosecution of Ghailani is considered a success by supporters of civilian trials for detainees at the prison on the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Critics, however, say it showed that such trials are too risky.

Attorney General Eric Holder said the sentencing “shows yet again the strength of the American justice system in holding terrorists accountable for their actions.”

But House Judiciary Committee Chairman Lamar Smith, R-Texas, called the case “a near disaster” because Ghailani was only convicted of one of 285 counts.

(AP) Very few students have the advanced skills that could lead to careers in science and technology, according to results of a national exam released Tuesday that education leaders called alarming.

Only 1 percent of fourth-grade and 12th-grade students, and 2 percent of eighth-graders scored in the highest group on the 2009 National Assessment of Educational Progress, a federal test known as the

Nation’s Report Card. Less than half were considered proficient, with many more showing minimal science knowledge.

“It’s very disappointing for all educators to see students performing below the level we’d like them to be,” said Bonnie Embry, an elementary school science lab teacher in Lexington, Ky. “These low scores should send a message to educators across our

nation that we’re not spending enough time teaching science.”

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan said the results mean students aren’t learning at a rate that will maintain the nation’s role as an international leader in the sciences. He and others expressed concern that more students aren’t prepared for careers see SCIENCE page 11

Gitmo detainee who received civilian trial gets life sentence for embassy bombing plot

Less than half of U.S. 4th & 12th graders found to be proficient in science

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Colorado billionaire buying 900,000 acres of land in Maine & New Hampshire PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Billionaire media mogul John Malone plans to buy more than 900,000 acres of forestland in Maine and New Hampshire in what is thought to be largest land deal in Maine in more than six years.

BBC Land LLC is set to buy the land for an undisclosed price from current owner GMO Renewable Resources. Malone, the chairman of Liberty Media Corp., told The Associated Press in an e-mail that he has had a longtime interest in land conservation.

Malone is the founder and manager of BBC Land LLC, according to records filed in Colorado and Maine.

“My interest in land conservation is well known and this pending land purchase in Maine will further enhance these efforts,” Malone said. “I intend to continue the forestry operations consistent with prior practices.”

The Bangor Daily News, which first reported the sale Tuesday, said the acreage includes large swaths in eastern and western Maine and more than 20,000 acres in New Hampshire. The paper said the deal was set to be completed Feb. 1.

A spokesman for GMO Renewable Resources, a forest investment management company, declined comment.

Liberty Media is an Englewood, Colo.-based company with diverse media interests that include the cable channel QVC, Expedia.com travel website, the Atlanta Braves baseball team and Sirius XM satellite radio. Forbes magazine last fall calculated Malone’s net worth at $3 billion.

Malone is one of the nation’s largest landowners, with 1.2 million acres, according to The Land Report magazine’s 2010 ranking of America’s top 100 landowners. Malone has bought tens of thousands of acres of land in Maine in the past, including a parcel of more than 50,000 acres near Jackman in western Maine in 2002.

When nearly 1 million acres — roughly 5 percent of Maine’s 22 million-acre land base — changes hands at once, there are concerns that a portion of the land will be converted to development, said Cathy Johnson, the North Woods project director for the Natural Resources Council of Maine.

That said, she’s cautiously optimistic because she’s never heard complaints about how Malone’s other property holdings in Maine have been managed.

“This could potentially be good, depending on what Mr. Malone’s objectives and goals are, but we just don’t know that. It would be wonderful if he turned out to be another Percival Baxter,” she said, referring to a former Maine governor who served from 1921-1925 and donated land to the state that became Baxter State Park.

Teachers’ union won’t take students to N.H. Statehouse because there could be guns

CONCORD (AP) — A union representing New Hampshire’s teachers has decided against taking students to the Statehouse for an annual reading program after the Legislature decided to lift a gun ban there.

The National Education Association-New Hampshire usually takes a group of fourth-graders to the Statehouse each year to read with legislators for “Read Across America,” which marks the March 2 birthday of children’s author Dr. Seuss.

NEA-NH President Rhonda Wesolowski tells the Concord Monitor that this year, the group will instead coordinate with legislators to read to children in their districts. She says some teachers were worried about the safety of schoolchildren after lawmakers lifted the gun ban this month.

The gun ban had been in place since December 2009.

Left to right, Belknap County Jail inmate David Desbien sits with GED teachers Deborah Aberg and Duane Johnson, Programs and Industry Director Tamara McGonagle and inmate Justin Theos. Desbien and Theos are among the increasing number of inmates who are earning their GED while incarcerated. (Laconia Daily Sun photo/Adam Drapcho)

Belknap County Jail inmates flocking to beefed-up ‘2nd chance’ high school equivalent diploma program

By AdAm drApcho THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

LACONIA — Matt Van Norden left high school after his freshman year to serve a juvenile detention term after he was convicted of assault. After his sentence was over, he stayed away from classrooms.

Now, at 26 years old, he finds himself in the Belknap County Jail after being found guilty of another assault charge.

“I wasn’t getting anywhere in life,” he said. “I needed an education.”

Van Norden is one of the of inmates who are taking advantage of a rejuvenated Graduation Equivalent Diploma (GED) program at the jail, a program which Superintendent Daniel Ward said was a priority for him when he arrived at the correctional facility in January 2010.

“We had always offered some limited programs based on the volunteers we could get in,” Ward said, adding that he wanted to develop educational programs, specifically the GED program, to help “break that cycle of recitivism... I think it’s really important for inmates to have their high school diploma or GED.” Under the direction of Tamara McGonagle, hired

in May of 2010 to be the county jail’s new programs and industry director, and the two teachers hired to work with inmates, the GED program has resulted in a three fold increase in the rate at which inmates are earning their diplomas. In 2009, six inmates earned their GED, compared to 20 in 2010.

There are currently 27 inmates – representing about one-quarter of the jail’s total population – enrolled in the program, either taking classes or preparing to take the test. It takes some county resources to run the program, Ward concedes, but said it’s short money compared to the cost of repeat offenders. “It’s far cheaper to have these guys return to the community and not come back in. When they leave here, they can find employment.”

Duane Johnson is one of the three part-time teachers who works in the program. He took the job after retiring from a 34-year career teaching special education in Ashland and Pittsfield. Because the inmates are mostly engaged in the GED program voluntarily, unlike students in public schools, Johnson said teaching in the jail has been a refreshing experience. “When they come here, they have a see GED page 6

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Pat Buchanan

Our debt bomb ticks on With his approval rating moving up to 50-percent and higher in some polls, the pundits are all agreed.

President Obama has turned the corner. He is now the winter-book favorite in 2012.

How, two months after his “shellacking,” did he do it?

First, by taking the wheel from Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid, cutting a deal to extend the Bush tax cuts, bringing aboard Bill Daley, and separating himself from the demonizers of Sarah Palin and Glenn Beck as moral accomplices in the Tucson massacre.

Second, Obama has been the beneficiary of bullish news.

Corporate profits are coming in higher than expected. The stock market has surged. Nine of 10 economists surveyed by USA Today are more positive about the economy than they were three months ago.

The ratio of businesses that anticipate new hires over businesses that anticipate new layoffs has not been better in a decade.

There is a feeling that at last we are coming out of the Great Recession.

But has the debt bomb really been defused?

On Jan. 20, The New York Times had two front-page stories that ought to concentrate the mind. “A Path is Sought for States to Escape Their Debt Burdens,” was the headline over the first, which reported that bankruptcy lawyers were being consulted by congressional aides on how states like California might go into Chapter 9, “leaving investors in state bonds ... possibly ending at the back of the line as unsecured creditors.”

Illinois, the story said, might, with federal help, do what GM did. But GM bondholders were wiped out, as some of us know all too well. Should states win the right to seek bankruptcy protection against their state bondholders, the $3-trillion municipal bond market, which has lately been taking hits, could crater.

The second Times story wrote of a rebellion in the House Republican Study Committee by conservatives and Tea Partiers who think the leadership is being too timid in cutting this year’s budget. Rep. Paul Ryan & Co. want to cut $60-billion to $80-billion. But, says, Mick Mulvaney, a freshman from South Carolina, “We want more.” These conservatives want $100-billion cut from discretionary programs.

Among their ideas: a five-year freeze on federal salaries, a 15-percent cut in federal employees, a rollback to 2006 spending levels, $300-billion in longterm funding cuts from such programs as foreign aid, Amtrak, public broadcasting and the Washington, D.C., subway system.

As the Tea Partiers’ proposed cuts do not touch the military, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security or interest on the debt, the biggest budget items, slashes in transportation,

education, domestic security, law enforcement and medical research, said the Times, “would be nothing short of drastic.” Undeniably.

Yet, consider.

The federal deficit for the fiscal year 2011, which ends Sept. 30, is projected at between $1.2-billion and $1.5-billion.

Thus, the $100-billion in cuts the firebrands are pushing, and few think they will get, add up at best to 8-percent of the deficit and 2.5 percent of the $3.87-trillion budget Obama proposed. Thus, at best, this Congress will only slightly reduce the rate of speed at which we are heading toward a debt default.

The last few days have brought other news bearing on the debt bomb hanging over the Western world.

The Irish, upon whom austerity has been imposed as a condition of an EU bailout, saw their government fall this weekend. Elections are in March, and the ruling Fianna Fail, at 13-percent approval, is expecting a wipeout.

Will the Irish accept endless austerity, or vote for populists who will default and let EU governments and banks take the hit?

Should Ireland default, she will not be the last to do so.

Also this weekend, the European Central Bank chief warned that inflation in the global economy — the rising prices for oil, food, minerals and precious metals — may mandate a rise in interest rates. That would be bad news for bondholders and governments everywhere, including our deeply indebted states that now borrow to cover operating costs.

Then there is the crisis in the housing market that continues to deepen. “All previous postwar recoveries,” writes Mort Zuckerman, “have been able to depend on a growing U.S. housing market.” But 8-million homes are today in foreclosure or their owners are delinquent in their mortgage payments. Some 5.5-million are occupied by families whose mortgages are at least 20-percent higher than the value of the property, making them prime candidates for foreclosure.

This weekend, Bank of America reported fourth-quarter losses of $1.6-billion and a 2010 yearly loss of $3.6-billion. Its credit card unit took a $10-billion write-down, and its home loan business is still reeling from the fallout of the exploded housing bubble.

Now, facing trillion-dollar deficits as far as the eye can see, House Republicans are balking at agreeing to raise the debit limit of $14.3-trillion, though the national debt just crossed the $14-trillion mark.

Are the happy days really here again?

(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)

LETTERS This is great: all my problems are entirely due to others To the editor, Again my friend Leo Sandy proves me right: he’s okay, a bit, when writing his own thoughts, and totally off the wall wrong when interpreting the confused writings of others. Interesting that this time his distortion is the opposite of the gross distortion of many crazy fools in the press! Shows that just being the opposite of wrong doesn’t make you right!

First, about what Leo wrote. “Arizona draconian immigration law . . . is legalized profiling”, is obviously based on any arrested person having to identify himself. Well is that so draconian, or even unusual? As far as I know, in ALL 50 states, and all foreign countries, if arrested you MUST show full legal identification, even if it’s as simple as being stopped for an expired registration. Do illegal aliens somehow have special privileges over citizens? Even if I want to pick up a legal prescription drug they need full identification! He goes on to the asinine levels of attacking Arizona, as if that state was responsible for the insane killings of a total idiot. What he seems to miss is that the Arizona law he objects to IS THE SAME AS THE unenforced FEDERAL LAW! Is Leo saying our federal law is “draconian” because it matches laws of every other country? Or is he saying that he is free to pick and choose laws he likes and ignore all others?

Then he attacks hand-gun ownership, as if that was THE cause! It is well known that when guns are prohibited, only crooks will have guns! Note that at that Arizona killing, ONLY the deranged killer had a gun, but all other had the right to have a gun. What the others DID was to prevent the killer from reloading, using their God given “lethal” weapons, their hands!

Where does Leo get the strange idea that 3/4 of the worlds serial killers are in the U.S.? Clearly that honor goes to the many Islam countries, where killing is encouraged and not punished.

The “incivility” he refers to is the constant insults from liberal socialists against all who want to return to fair-

ness and intelligence in the economic and government control part of our country!. “Name calling” to him is any sort of HONEST identification of the person referred to! Naming Obama and his supporters as “liberals” and “socialist” is NOT name calling: it is merely correct identification of them!

Also, as the dictionary will tell you, a person who tells a LIE is a liar, so how is it “name calling” to call a liar a liar?

He objects to O’Reilly shutting up an obscene insulting name caller: I object to the many times O’Reilly brings on grossly insulting leftist liars, and NOT shutting them up!

Then to his “Abraham Maslow’s theory”: the theory that anything you do is entirely the fault of all others around you! He claims “most mass murderers kill to be recognized”. Then why do they hide and avoid recognition? (That obviously was NOT the goal of the Arizona madman.)

His next paragraph list many well known good people who, despite poverty and very difficult lives, did great good for many. He then contradicts that by saying that poverty, neglect, and abuse, are THE cause for failures!

He has it backwards: Leo is a perfect example of a person who never knew poverty, neglect, or abuse, yet is still a failure! I’m an example of one raised in poverty, but with loving hard driving parents who were best examples of love and concern. Yet two of seven children were successful, two were total failures, and three were “normal”.

Then he says “we should teach people to transcend their cultural conditioning and become world citizens”. Sounds like the Nazi Party and all other “socialists”! This is great: all of your problems are entirely due to others, then you must subdue yourself to the socialists and renounce individuality!

Leo, I love you! No one else makes so diffuse the difference between sanity and insanity! I believe that Leo can claim the same virtue as I can, “no one has ever accused me of sanity”!

Jack Stephenson Gilford

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LETTERS We need to celebrate what we have achieved and then improve To the editor, I’m glad to see my good friend Tony Boutin back to writing again. Sometimes I think that he writes just to start a debate rather than believing in all of the things he says. If what he says is true, Republicans are close to saints and Democrats are the worst of sinners.

Of course, reality is in the eye of the beholder. The Democrats, despite some faults and failings, need little defending. Their history of human rights and advocacy for working people stands on its own merits. For example, FDR instituted Social Security; Truman desegregated the military; the Kennedy brothers initiated desegregation of schools; JFK inspired the value of service; Clinton gave us a balanced budget and Obama got rid of “don’t ask, don’t tell”, saved the banking and auto industry and replaced Bushcare – the health care plan that allowed insurance companies to drop people at will who got sick and denied people insurance for pre-existing conditions.

However, rather than go on and on about the accomplishments of the Democrats, I’d like to defend Republicans.

Contrary to popular opinion, all Republicans are not bought and paid for by corporations; they are all not greedy, they are all not enamored by guns; they are not all ultra-nationalists; they are not all, what current research suggests, afraid of their own shadows; they are not all humorless; they are all not afraid of homosexuals and people of color; they do not all wear fur coats; they are not all concrete thinkers; they do not all despise the common good; they do not all want to ignore people who are poor, have disabilities or are old; they do not all believe in pre-emptive and preventive wars; they do not all believe that women should not control their own bodies; they do not all believe that the U.S. should

engage in empire building or that torture and rendition are acceptable policies. To believe they all are would be a gross overgeneralization.

When I think of the values that the Democrats represent, I think of Sargent Shriver, who initiated the Peace Corps, the Jobs Corps and Headstart. He, like the Kennedy’s , valued service and was a believer in peace and social justice. He was inspired by William James’ essay, “The Moral Equivalent of War”.

So my challenge to Tony and to Democrats is to look at the cup as half full instead of half empty. As Jesse Jackson, once said, “Keep hope alive.” If those of us on the left didn’t see the glass as half full, we would be discouraged from our struggle to promote peace and social justice. Many of those things we struggled for and applied pressure to elected officials on eventually came to past. As a result, we no longer have child labor; dueling is illegal; slavery is illegal; women can now vote; husbands can no longer kill their wives with impunity; domestic violence is now a crime; we have a 40 hour week work and safer working environments; women now serve in the police force, fire departments and the military; civil rights have been achieved for minorities; corporal punishment is declining and we have our first black president in history.

We need to celebrate what we have achieved and find ways to improve society. Much energy is wasted by attacking people and groups. We need to be hard on the issues and soft on people. We also need to critically examine policies and debate them in a reasonable way with facts and informed opinions. As Tony and I both know, it’s easy to lose sight of issues and focus on personalities. We have to guard against that.

Leo R. Sandy New Hampton

Maybe banks should donate less and pay us better returns To the editor, It did my heart, mind and wallet good to read that some banks are making it possible for their own customers to be able to use ATM machines anywhere without having to pay a fee. I have always been upset to think I had to pay to get my own money out of my bank when using an ATM machine. So I tried my best to use the ATM ONLY at my own bank to avoid the fees to everybody and his brother.

Every week you read of a bank making a $14,000 donation, or $2,000 or $1,000 or whatever amount to this and that organization. I felt like they were using MY money to donate to organizations I might not otherwise give my money to. Where do they get that money to donate? How do they decide Who to donate my money to?

I often mumbled to myself and wondered why the banks do not give some of that money back to us customers

by lowering fees. If they have all this excess money to donate to so-called worthy causes then I would like to sign up for some of that excess.

Now when I put my money into a savings account they pay me .45-percent annual yield. And the bank gives me .05-percent annual yield for the funds I give them for my checking account.

But what do they charge ME for a loan of my money from my bank? It certainly is no where near the .45-percent they give me! Have any of you gotten a bank loan at .45-percent recently?

Do you think there are other charges and surcharges and fees banks can reduce for the benefit of their customers instead of “donating” so much cash to their favorite clubs or organizations? Give your bank a call and make some suggestions.

Jim Martel Gilford

Location is great but there’s no need for a new Tilton stoplight To the editor, I wish to congratulate the committee on their solutions of locating a police station in the Town of Tilton.

We realized we made a poor choice the first time in locating it up in the woods off Rte. 132. We shouldn’t make the same mistake twice.

would be ideal. The only question I have is why the need of a street signal light there? The present police department down the street has gotten by many years without one and it’s located at a bad corner.

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REAL ESTATE TAXES TOO HIGH? REAL ESTATE TAX ABATEMENT DEADLINE MARCH 1, 2011 As you may have read in recent business and economic reports, real estate tax assessments in many New Hampshire municipalities have not been reduced to reflect some very significant, if not drastic drops in current fair market values.

Laconia’s controversial 2010 re-assessment analyzed only 528 recent sales to construct a so-called statistical model and standard methodology to predict selling prices, and not a fee appraisal assessing each single property.

According to Stephan Hamilton, Director of the Property Appraisal Division of the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration “mass appraisal is not easy to do and not perfect. It is difficult to do at best, and especially with so few sales”.

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LACONIA — A city man still be alive. is the first in Laconia to be The legislature and the charged under the state’s governor agreed and on new anti-domestic violenceJan. 1, 2011 R.S.A 631 of related choking law. the N.H. Criminal Code City police said they was amended to include responded to a 9-1-1 hangup attempted strangulation call at 736 White Oaks Road as one offense that constijust before midnight on tutes a Class B felony and Monday, where it is alleged is punishable by 3 1/2 to 7 that Thomas L. Wylie, 34, of years in prison.

Laconia choked a 26-yearWhile police have yet Thomas L. Wylie old woman during a domesto make the details of (Laconia Police photo) tic assault.

Wylie’s arrest public, Chief Wylie is charged with Michael Moyer said the charges second degree assault, which is a against him are appropriate.

Class B felony.

Had RSA 631 not been amended, On Jan. 1, New Hampshire became Wylie would have been charged with one of a number of state’s to enact a misdemeanor simple assault and, if law defining attempted strangulation convicted, could face little or no jail or as a class B felony. prison time.

The law, signed by Gov. John Lynch According to Laconia District Court in May of last year, was enacted in records, 2008 charges against Wylie memory of Melissa Cantin Charbonfor simple assault and false imprisonneau who was shot to death by her ment were placed on file in January husband Jonathan Charbonneau of 2009. two days after he was arrested and In Sept. of 2010, Wylie was indicted charged by Manchester Police with by a Belknap County grand jury for assaulting and choking her. one count of possession of cocaine According to Stateline.com, an after an arrest by Sanbornton Police online news website, Melissa’s father, for reckless driving.

John Cantin, testified before the N.H. Wylie was released on $2,000 perSenate Judiciary Committee consonal recognizance bail and is schedsidering the bill that if choking had uled for a March 10 arraignment in been a felony when his daughter was Laconia District Court. assaulted, he believed she would be — Gail Ober

GED from page one good attitude. They know this is their second chance.”

Justin Theos, a 20 -ear-old from Laconia, dropped out of high school after earning no meaningful credits after two years of school. Two weeks later, he found himself in legal trouble and has been in and out of the corrections system since. He’s currently serving a term for violating his parole.

After passing the GED test in December – “I was surprised,” he said – he’s got a reason to hope he can break his cycle of recitivism. He’s like to become a motorcycle mechanic and his grandfather has offered to help him to to school, but first he needed his GED. David Desbien left school after the ninth grade, and as he said, “Got into drugs, hung around with the wrong crowd,” and is now 18 and in jail after violating his parole. He had nearly

taken a GED test prior to his recent conviction, but failed to show up on the day of his appointment. He didn’t miss his most recent chance, though, and has earned his GED while incarcerated. “When I get out, I plan to move to North Conway. My aunt has a full-time job for me, but I needed to have my GED first.”

Van Norden said it felt “weird” to pass the GED test. “I never did well in school,” he said. Now, he feels that he’ll have many more opportunities when he’s released. “It’s a personal accomplishment for me. It brings you up higher,” he said.

In addition to the GED program, the Belknap County Jail offers a range of classes such as parenting, personal finance, job skills, alternatives to violence, writing, literacy and Bible study. Many of the classes are taught by volunteers.

PARDON from page one Supreme Court put it, a pardon “is an act of executive grace completely eliminating all consequences of the conviction, but it does not remove the record of the conviction.” The term pardon and the phrase commutation of sentence bear the same meaning.

However, a pardon is not be confused with an annulment, which can only be granted by the court that imposed the sentence. State law pro-

vides that “the record of arrest, conviction and sentence of any person may be annulled by the sentencing court at any time in response to a petition . . . if in the opinion of the court, after hearing, the annulment will assist in the petitioner’s rehabilitation and will be consistent with the public welfare.”

Those who have committed crimes of violence or are serving extended sentences are not eligible for annulment.

Once an annulment is granted the person “shall be treated in all respects as if he had never been arrested, convicted, or sentenced.”

The New Hampshire Constitution vests the power to pardon in the governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, where “advice” is taken to require a majority of the five counsee next page

from preceding page tually. As far as paying for a water line up there, I think the other owner of all those lots should be paying more than just half the cost.

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HEATH from page one But Selectman’s Chair David Hussey said last night that he only learned yesterday about Heath’s tax problems.

“I remember him telling me that he was involved with FRM when it first collapsed, but not about the tax problems,” Hussey said.

Heath said he had been in the land development business for years and when he started moving up the ranks of the Alton Police Department in 2006, tried to sell his holdings.

He, through his company Ryan Heath LLC, borrowed development money from FRM and Scott Farah and used the loans to build five “starter houses” on a five-property subdivision on Cynthia Drive to make the property more marketable.

Farah created property trusts out of Heath’s subdivision and sold them to lenders in order to raise the capital he was supposed to be lending back to make improvements.

But as Farah and FRM began to collapse, Heath, like many developers, including Larry Baldi of Laconia and T. Gary Coyne of Meredith, found it more and more difficult to get their construction loan money from the failing mortgage company.

“My biggest issue became the infrastructure needed to finish the roads,” said Heath of the development in Alton Shores near Sunset Lake and Hills Pond. from preceding page cilors. However, the governor may overrule a majority of the Executive Council to deny a pardon.

Pardons need not be absolute but may carry conditions. The Constitution prescribes that a pardon may be granted “subject to such conditions as the governor considers proper, but a prisoner so pardoned shall, during the unexpired term of his sentence, violate no law, and he shall be in the custody of the state parole officer.”

To request a pardon, a prisoner must first petition Attorney General’s Office, which provides a form to be used. As a policy, the governor and Executive Council will consider only one petition by any individual during any two-year gubernatorial term.

After the petition is received, the Attorney General’s Office contacts the sentencing judge, prosecuting attorney and Department of Corrections as well as any other officials specified by the governor for information about the circumstances of the conviction, character of the individual and propriety of the pardon.

Upon reviewing the petition,

As the national real estate market collapsed, Heath, found the values dropping precipitously. When FRM collapsed, Bankruptcy Trustee Steven Notinger of Donchess and Notinger, PLLC forced all the property held

by Farah’s victims into involuntary bankruptcy — including Heath’s five Cynthia Drive houses.

Since then, Heath said he has been in a holding pattern while the trustee sorts out who owns the mortgages on the properties and how to liquidate them and get the money back to the victims.

Since the collapse of what has been called the biggest Ponzi scheme in state history, hundreds of victims have lost nearly $33-million dollars.

The resulting fallout has cost the state banking commissioner his job and triggered two state- sponsored investigations into what went wrong.

Last week Farah was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for two counts of fraud and his business partner Donald Dodge of Belmont was sentence to 6 1/2 years in federal prison for one fraud count.

At least two of Farah’s victims have committed suicide and many others have been forced into personal bankruptcy.

Randy Butler of Silverthorne, Colo. was one of the lenders who lent money through FRM to Heath.

“Ryan’s been great,” said Butler yesterday from his Colorado home.

Butler said Heath has been mainsee next page together with the supporting information and documentation, the governor and Executive Council determine whether to grant the petitioner a hearing, after which the request is either granted or denied. pardon.

Earlier this month the governor and Executive Council granted Bird’s request for a hearing, which is scheduled for Tuesday, February 1, the day before the first of its two regular monthly meetings, when it could vote on the pardon itself.

Apart from the pardons granted by Sununu, Governors Stephen Merrill and Craig Benson each granted two pardons. Merrill pardoned a woman he earlier prosecuted as Attorney General.

Governors Judd Gregg, and Jeanne Shaheen denied all requests for pardons. Denying almost 70 requests, Shaheen said that she believed pardons should be reserved for serious miscarriages of justice and none of the petitions she received met the test.

Governor John Lynch, who began his fourth term this month, has yet to grant a pardon and he is just beginning his fourth term of office.

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MOULTONBOROUGH — The five local women who last summer were issued a cease-and-desist order related to the circulation of anti SB-2 political material in March of 2009 have been vindicated.

In a letter dated January 20, N.H. Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Mavrogeorge states the Department of Justice has reconsidered its previous position and determined that no state election laws were violated.

The earlier order had resulted from a complaint from Paul Punturieri that the women — Selectman Karel Crawford, Laurie Whitley, Lisa St. Amand, Mary Ann McRae and Anita Blood — had illegally attempted the influence the SB-2 referendum that was before voters in 2009 by printing and distributing a flyer without identifying the source of the advocacy.

Voters rejected adopting the so-called Official

Ballot form of town government at that particular election by a vote of 704 to 975. A 60-percent majority would have been necessary for adoption.

In its latest ruling, the Department of Justice noted that the error in its earlier judgement that state law had been violated was based on a review of a photocopy of one side of the flyer in question.

In fact, Mavrogeorge noted, the flyers the women distributed were self-mailers, with return address information posted on the side opposite the advocacy material.

Mavrogeorge stated that N.H. law requires that “individuals responsible for political advertisement include their name and an address where they can be contacted on the advertisement” and that information was included on the reverse side of the flyers.

Mavrogeorge concluded that his department’s cease-and-desist order against the women had been lifted and the matter is closed.

from preceding page taining the property secured by his loan and has kept the insurance policies current — something many borrowers have not done.

Recently, Butler was able to negotiate with the bankruptcy trustee and purchase all of his holdings from the bankruptcy — including one on Cynthia Drive, recovering about 25-percent of his initial $1-million in loans to Farah’s clients.

Butler said he lent Farah $130,000 on Heath’s Cynthia Drive property but Farah, unbeknown to him, sold a second mortgage for $25,000 on that property to an Amherst woman.

He said if Heath signs the property over to him, he would have to pay off the second mortgage to get outright ownership — and pay the back taxes — but instead he will foreclose, cutting the Amherst woman out of any money.

Both Butler and Heath agree that Heath is willing to sign over the property but Butler’s decision to foreclose instead is his alone to make and Heath will have to wait, as will the town of Alton for its tax dollars.

“As far as I know, Heath is not getting any income from the property,” Butler said.

Heath said that when he tried to rent the houses to produce an income stream he “got really lousy tenants.”

When pressed about any rental income he may

be getting or have gotten from tenants, Heath demurred and didn’t really provide an answer.

“This really has hurt my career (as a police officer)” he said. “Before I was ever a captain or a chief I had been trying to get out of this.”

“Before (the collapse of FRM) I put everything on the market,” he continued. “My senior housing is for sale. Everything.”

“I feel like a victim like everyone else,” he went on, saying that a few months before Farah and FRM collapsed, Farah had told him he was about to raise $1-million for the senior housing project, a statement he now knows was a lie.

Heath insisted that he was not going to walk away from his obligations, especially to the town and its taxpayers. He said he has a scheduled meeting with the bankruptcy trustee next week and, after the FRM mess is unraveled and the holdings liquidated, the town will get all of it’s tax money including the penalties and fees.

Selectman Hussey said he considers Heath’s back taxes “an issue” and said he would be discussing it further with the rest of the selectmen and Town Administrator Russ Bailey.

He said he learned about the tax problems yesterday when he stopped into the police station and Heath took him aside and told him about The Daily Sun article that was in works.

“I’m really going to have to look into this,” he said.

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MEREDITH — The Inter-Lakes School Board voted last night to present to voters an operating budget for the next school year of $20,161,545, a figure that is about $2,500 less than the current operating budget. The final amount survived two attempts to reduce it before it is presented to voters at a public hearing.

Although the budget is currently a 0.01-percent reduction, school district members will also be asked in an independent warrant article to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement with the district’s teachers’ union, the approval of which would add $267,853 in additional salaries, or 1.32-percent to the total cost of operating the district next year.

The School Board will present its budget to district members at a public hearing on February 7, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Inter-Lakes High School Auditorium.

Board Member Jack Carty was the first to propose that the proposed budget be reduced. The collective task of managing the high school’s academic support center and suspension room, he suggested, could be operated by two paraeducators instead of three, for a savings of $45,000. The two programs see an average of 17 students per day. His motion was seconded

Harvard St. man alleged to have assaulted neighbor with baseball bat LACONIA — Police charged a 64-year-old Harvard Street man with second degree assault Monday night after he allegedly beat his neighbor with a baseball bat.

Lt. Christopher Adams said numerous witnesses told police Joseph E. Baker, of 40 A Harvard St. had a verbal altercation that turned vioJoseph E. Baker lent after the victim and (Laconia Police photo) Baker fought about a promised ride somewhere.

Baker was taken into custody without incident and police recovered the aluminum baseball bat in his apartment.

He was released on $25,000 personal recognizance bail and is scheduled to appear in Laconia District Court on March 10.

The victim was treated at the scene by city firefighters but declined to be taken to the hospital.

— Gail Ober

by Board Member Dan Cunningham.

Carty justified his motion by saying the two programs could be administered within the same room.

High School Principal Patricia Kennelly and Superintendent Phillip McCormack, though, said the academic support center was designed for a different purpose than the suspension program and combining the two populations would negate the social isolation built into a suspension.

“Do they have to be isolated? No, but it’s an effective form of discipline,” said McCormack.

“I don’t support the motion,” said Chairman Richard Hanson. “I think if were to do that, we’d be losing something from the integrity of the academic support. I think there’s probably a lot of successes which might not be successes if it were not for the academic support.”

The majority of the board voted with Hanson to keep the budget figure intact, while Carty and Dan Cunningham voted in the minority.

The second attempt to reduce the budget came from Dan Cunningham, who moved to reduce the budget by $50,000. “I still believe we are in a sensitive budget year.” He had added requests for nonpersonnel line items, he said, and compared the requests with actual expenses of the current year.

He found that requests were at least $86,000 in excess of actual expenses.

“I think the administrators worked quite diligently to present a lean budget — now we’re coming back and asking for an additional fifty [thousand], I understand why, I’m just saying that it catches up on you. What we take out we might have to put back in later,” said Hanson.

Cunningham’s motion also failed, with Carty and Board Member Carol Baggaley voting in favor and the remaining four board members voting to move forward with the initially proposed budget figure.

The existence of four sections for Inter-Lakes Elementary’s sixth grade class, which Carty said at the last night’s meeting was a topic of discussion at an all-day budget workshop held last week, was not proposed as an area for reduction.

Cody Cook, student representative to the board, told the board that the elimination of the Outing Club’s transportation funding was a cut that would be felt by students, especially those that wish to participate in the trip that much of the funding is expended upon. “That white water rafting trip is going to be especially hurt by this,” he said, noting that the trip is already expensive for students yet proves to be a popular trip for the club. No board members attempted to restore the funding.

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Oscar nominations announced: ‘King’s Speech’ on throne BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Queen Elizabeth II’s dad, Albert — the gentle, stammering Duke of York — never was meant to be king. And from Hollywood’s early honors this season, a drama based on his life never seemed destined as heir-apparent at the Academy Awards.

Yet “The King’s Speech” took a step closer to the best-picture crown Tuesday, leading the Oscars with 12 nominations and gaining momentum against the online chronicle “The Social Network,” which had previously ruled the awards season.

Hollywood’s top prize on Feb. 27 now seems like a two-picture duel between stories about a monarch who lives in terror of a 1930s tool of mass communication — the radio microphone — and a college kid who helped define the Internet era by inventing Facebook.

Also nominated for best picture are the Western “True Grit,” second with 10 total nominations; the psychosexual thriller “Black Swan”; the boxing drama “The Fighter”; the sci-fi blockbuster “Inception”; the lesbian-family tale “The Kids Are All Right”; the survival story “127 Hours”; the animated smash “Toy Story 3”; and the Ozarks crime thriller “Winter’s Bone.”

“The King’s Speech” is a pageant in the truest Oscar sense, with pomp, ceremony and history like past best-picture winners “The Last Emperor,” ‘’Lawrence of Arabia,” ‘’A Man for All Seasons” and “Shakespeare in Love.”

It’s also an intimate, personal tale of love and kinship as royal Albert (best-actor front-runner Colin Firth) is buoyed by the devotion of his wife (supportingactress nominee Helena Bonham Carter) and makes an unlikely friend out of a commoner, his wily speech therapist (supporting-actor contender Geoffrey Rush).

“It’s a very, very human story. After all, how many of us are so blessed that we go through life without

having to overcome some kind of personal obstacle?” said “The King’s Speech” writer David Seidler, who grew up with a stammer himself and earned a nomination for original screenplay.

Seidler said young people who were reluctant to see a historical film “end up absolutely loving it and wanting to see it again, because they understand the emotions of being teased, being bullied, being marginalized, and they really understand the power of a supportive friendship.”

Meantime, “The Social Network” seems like a film completely in the here and now as Harvard computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (best-actor nominee Jesse Eisenberg) reinvents the art of keeping in touch with the viral growth of Facebook, whose half a billion users stay connected with friends online.

But the motivations at the core of the film are ancient as Zuckerberg battles old friends and associates over the Web site’s riches.

“It is a timeless story, one with themes as old as storytelling itself: of friendship and loyalty, of betrayal, power, class, jealousy,” said Aaron Sorkin, a nominee for adapted screenplay for “The Social Network.” ‘’These are things that Aeschylus would have written about or Shakespeare would have written about. And it’s just lucky for me that neither of those guys were available, so I got to write about it.”

Along with Firth, other acting favorites claimed Oscar slots, including Christian Bale as a former boxer whose career unravels amid drugs and crime in “The Fighter.”

The best-actress field shapes up as a two-woman race between Natalie Portman as a ballerina losing her grip on reality in “Black Swan” and Annette Bening as a lesbian mom in “The Kids Are All Right.”

Firth, Bale, Portman and Bening all won Golden Globes for their performances. see next page

TILTON from page one appropriate site for a police/fire complex only to ultimately find that the Fire Commission wanted no part of the project. Instead the committee turned to choosing a site for a new police station.

Helen Hanks reminded her fellow committee members that when the two options were presented at a public hearing earlier this month a clear majority of residents expressed a preference for 61 Business Park Drive, which is located behind The Home Depot but accessed off Rte. 132.

Owen Wellington, the retired police captain who chairs the committee, said many were concerned that if the police station was built on East Main Street, 61 Business Park Drive, which is currently appraised at $900,000, would be sold at a loss. Tim Sattler stressed that the committee preferred 61 Business Park Drive not only because the town owned it, but also because when the various properties were scored, it ranked second to the East Main Street site.

Police Chief Bob Cormier said that he has “let the committee do its work and let the people weigh in” without expressing a preference. Noting that the East Main Street site is more visible, he said access and egress would be challenging. “We can make it work,” he declared, calling 61 Business Park Drive “a good location.”

Wellington said that 10,540 square feet, or 53-percent, of the space can be fashioned into a police station at an estimated cost of $1.8-million. Design and engineering, together with legal fees, are expected to total about $232,000 while fixtures, fittings and

equipment are projected to cost another $70,000.

Another $28,000 would be required to sprinkle the remainder of the building and some $85,000 for an access road. With the original purchase price of $1.5-million, the total cost of the project is estimated at approximately $3.8-million.

The property at 61 Business Park Drive is one of a dozen lots in the industrial park developed by Casey Nickerson, none of which are served by municipal water. The committee recommended and the selectmen agreed that the project should include extending water to the property by running a main along Route 132 and into the park.

Selectman Pat Consentino said that municipal water would boost the value and enhance the marketability of all the properties in the park, including a lot owned by the town, which in turn would expand the tax base and employment opportunities. She said that Nickerson has agreed to split the cost of the water line with the town and that project could be funded with a loan from the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development at 3.73-percent. The town’s share of the cost of the water line, estimated at $275,000, is included in the projected cost of building the police station.

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He was so excited he couldn’t sleep.

Playing for the first time since injuring his knee in Game 6 of the NBA finals, Perkins had seven points and six rebounds in 16 minutes as the Boston Celtics beat Cleveland 112-95 on Tuesday night, sending the Cavaliers to their 18th straight loss.

“It felt good to be on the floor,” said Perkins, who missed 43 games in all recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. “I know I can do better. I can do more. ... I was a little winded and a little off-key. I can get better.”

Paul Pierce scored all 24 of his points in the first half, and Ray Allen added 18 to help the Celtics bounce back from a loss to the struggling Washington Wizards.

It was the Cavs’ first time back in Boston since losing Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinals — the second time in three years the Celtics knocked them out of the playoffs. This time, it ended the LeBron James era in Cleveland; he stripped out of his Cavaliers jersey before he got to the locker room, then signed with the Miami Heat as a free agent.

Things have not gone well for the Cavaliers in their first season without the two-time NBA MVP. They have gone from the best record in the NBA to the worst, losing 27 of their last 28 games since Thanksgiving weekend.

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“Our ability to create the next generation of U.S. leaders in science and technology is seriously in danger,” said Alan Friedman, former director of the New York Hall of Science, and a member of the board that oversees the test.

The results also show a stark achievement gap, with only 10 percent of black students proficient in science in the fourth grade, compared to 46 percent of whites. At the high school level, results were even more bleak, with 71 percent of black students scoring below the basic knowledge level, and just 4 percent proficient.

Fifty-eight percent of Hispanic 12th-grade students scored below basic, as did 21 percent of whites.

“These are really stunning and concerning numbers,” said Amy Wilkins, vice president for govern-

ment affairs and communications at The Education Trust. She noted that minority and low-income students are the fastest growing parts of the youth population, making the need to increase their achievement levels all the more urgent.

The exam tests knowledge and understanding of physical, life, Earth and space sciences. Examples of skills students need to demonstrate to perform at the advanced level include: designing an investigation to compare types of bird food in fourth grade; predicting the sun’s position in the sky in eighth grade; and recognizing a nuclear fission reaction for those in 12th grade.

Overall, 34 percent of fourth-graders, 30 percent of eighth-graders and 21 percent of 12th-graders scored at the proficient level or above. Seventy-two percent of fourth-graders, 63 percent of eighth-graders and 60 percent of 12th-graders showed a basic level or above of science knowledge and skills

from preceding page The supporting-actress Oscar could prove the most competitive among acting prizes. Melissa Leo won the Globe for “The Fighter” as the domineering matriarch of a boxing family. But she faces strong challenges from that film’s co-star Amy Adams as a boxer’s tough girlfriend and 14-year-old newcomer Hailee Steinfeld as a girl who rides along with a U.S. marshal to track her father’s killer in “True Grit.”

“The Social Network” won best drama at the Globes and was named best film by key critics groups, positioning it as the early Oscar favorite.

“The King’s Speech” pulled an upset last weekend by beating “The Social Network” for top honors at the Producers Guild of America Awards, whose winner often goes on to claim the best-picture Oscar.

Firth’s Albert, known as Bertie to his family, inherited the British throne in 1936 after his older brother abdicated. The reluctant new monarch took the name of his father and reigned as King George VI, continuing his struggle to overcome his speech impediment at a crucial time, as his subjects looked to their ruler for inspiration amid the stirrings of World War II. The film offers up history as rip-roaring entertainment, with surprising laughs and an uplifting message.

“It’s incredibly positive, and I think that is why people are responding,” said Bonham Carter. “It’s also just helpful to see how somebody can be fundamentally helped by another human being. He’s pulled out of this deep, dark hole, and how we can all, if we surrender ourselves, can be helped by somebody else.

The best-picture field is a mix of solid commercial successes such as “The King’s Speech,” ‘’The Social Network” and “Black Swan,” huge blockbusters such as “Toy Story 3” and “Inception,” and modest earners such as “127 Hours” and “Winter’s Bone.”

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Pemigewasset River advisory committee announces results of Corridor Survey

Respondents would, however, support more walking, MEREDITH — The Pemigewasset River Local port for prohibiting the use of fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides within 50 feet of any surface water, ensurbird watching, canoeing, and kayaking. They would Advisory Committee (PRLAC) has announced the ing the protection of natural resource areas identified prefer to have less high density residential developresults of their 2010 River Corridor Survey, the goal as important for watershed health, more stringent regment, motor boating, and commercial or industrial of which was to gather local input about the Pemi ulations of development on steep slopes, and requiring withdrawals of water.

River corridor, how the river gets used, and a variety a vegetated buffer on larger tributaries to the Pemi.

Of the 42 respondents who own land along the river or of issues that may impact the corridor in the future.

There was much more of a mixed response to the cona tributary, half report that they maintain vegetated bufIn 2001, PRLAC developed the Pemi River Corricept of requiring inspection and reporting of septic sysfers along the shorefront (a requirement of the Compredor Management Plan. Since then there have been tems every three to five years. hensive Shoreland Protection Act), 40 percent have their some changes along the river corridor. The local The Lakes Region Planning Commission and North land in Current Use, a few people have conservation input from this survey will be incorporated into the Country Council are providing support to PRLAC in easements or restrictions on their land, and a majority of update of the Pemigewasset River Management this effort with partial funding by NH DES through these riparian landowners have not considered donation Plan slated to begin in the next few months. the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. as a protection measure for their property.

The Pemigewasset River has its headwaters in The full results of the survey are available at www.

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PRLAC developed this survey by adapting its 1998 questionnaire with input from the public, NH Department of Environmental Services (NH DES), the Lakes Region Planning Commission (LRPC), and North Country Council (NCC).

The survey was available for the public to complete electronically and in paper format for five weeks in October and November.

Of the 171 people who responded to the survey, more than 80 percent are residents of corridor communities. One-third of the respondents said they use the river at least 12 times per year. Forty-two of the people filling out the survey own frontage along either the Pemi or one of its tributaries.

Of the eight objectives presented to respondents, the three that were rated most important were: protecting water quality, protecting aquifers (drinking water), and protecting scenic beauty. Opinions were mixed regarding the need to increase public access.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The one who was closed to you suddenly opens up. This likely has to do with a change in his or her status -- nothing to do with you and nothing to take personally.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You have many admirers, and this makes you even more admired. People will compete for your attention. You are, quite simply, “on.” However, don’t let it go to your head, or the spell will be broken.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 26).

You’ll express your creativity this year, and loved ones cheer you on. You’ll be gathering from many different influences through the next six weeks. By the middle of March, it’s time to narrow your field of vision. Make drawings, charts and vision boards of what you want in order to focus your mind. Libra and Capricorn people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 1, 33, 20 and 15.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your list is too long, and it’s stressing you out. But the answer is a scissors snip away. Write it all down in order of importance, and then cut. Never put off until tomorrow what you can avoid doing altogether.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When others make a fuss over your accomplishments, it may feel awkward to you.

In a private moment, you will know the proud rush of success, and that’s all the acknowledgement you need right now.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You get the job done like a professional, whether or not you’re getting compensated for your efforts. You will attract the attention of a power player who shares your work ethic.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). An issue persists. There are many possible solutions to consider. You’re not likely to come to a conclusion on this matter today, though you may take action in a certain direction just because you’re tired of thinking about it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). No matter how fast you zip along life’s highway, anyone going faster seems like a reckless crazy person. You will enjoy people who have a similar sense of pacing and avoid the others.

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Wednesday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2011. There are 339 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On Jan. 26, 1861, Louisiana passed an Ordinance of Secession, 113-17, at the state capitol in Baton Rouge, becoming the sixth state to break free from the United States.

On this date: In 1788, the first European settlers in Australia, led by Capt. Arthur Phillip, landed in present-day Sydney.

In 1837, Michigan became the 26th state.

In 1841, Britain formally occupied Hong Kong, which the Chinese had ceded to the British.

In 1870, Virginia rejoined the Union.

In 1911, the Richard Strauss opera “Der Rosenkavalier” (The Cavalier of the Rose) premiered in Dresden, Germany.

In 1942, the first American expeditionary force to go to Europe during World War II went ashore in Northern Ireland.

In 1950, India officially proclaimed itself a republic as Rajendra Prasad took the oath of office as president.

In 1961, President John F. Kennedy appointed Dr. Janet G. Travell to be his personal physician; she was the first woman to hold the job.

In 1979, former Vice President Nelson A. Rockefeller died in New York at age 70.

In 1996, first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton testified before a grand jury connected to the Whitewater probe.

One year ago: Toyota suspended U.S. sales of several popular vehicle models to fix sticking accelerator pedals; the suspension was on top of a recall of 23 million vehicles. Louis Auchincloss, 92, a prolific author of fiction and nonfiction, died in New York.

Today’s Birthdays: Actress Anne Jeffreys is 88. Actress Joan Leslie is 86. Cartoonist Jules Feiffer is 82. Sportscaster-actor Bob Uecker is 76. Actor Scott Glenn is 72. Singer Jean Knight is 68. Activist Angela Davis is 67. Rock musician Corky Laing (Mountain) is 63. Actor David Strathairn (streh-THEHRN’) is 62. Alt-country singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams is 58. Rock singer-musician Eddie Van Halen is 56. Reggae musician Norman Hassan (UB40) is 53. Actress-comedian-talk show host Ellen DeGeneres is 53. Hockey Hall-of-Famer Wayne Gretzky is 50. Musician Andrew Ridgeley is 48. Rhythm-and-blues singer Jazzie B. (Soul II Soul) is 48. Actor Paul Johansson is 47. Gospel singer Kirk Franklin is 41. Actress Jennifer Crystal is 38.

Rock musician Chris Hesse (Hoobastank) is 37. Actor Gilles Marini (ZHEEL ma-REE’nee) is 35. NBA player Vince Carter is 34.

Actress Sarah Rue is 33. Country musician Michael Martin (Marshall Dyllon) is 28.

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CALENDAR TODAY’S EVENTS Reunion luncheon for Laconia High School Class of 1948. Noon at Fratello’s Restorante Italiano (799 Union Avenue) in Laconia. All classmates are invited.

American Red Cross Blood Drive at the First United Methodist Church in Gilford. 1 to 6 p.m. Sponsored by All Brite Cleaning and Restoration. Each presenting donor will receive a coupon for a free pound of coffee during the month of January at all participating Dunkin’ Donuts.

Full-scale production of “Peter Pan” presented by the Educational Theatre Collaborative at Plymouth State University’s Silver Center for the Arts. 7 p.m. For tickets call 535-2787 or visit www.silver.plymouth.edu.

Plymouth Regional Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours networking event. 6 to 7 p.m. at Laconia Eye & Laser Center. Open to all members, their employees and guests.

Laconia Senior Center luncheon featuring the music of Mel Nedeau. 10 a.m. Lunch ($2 for seniors 60 or older) will be chicken parmesan.

Affordable Health Care at Laconia Family Planning and Prenatal. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 121 Belmont Road (Rte. 106 South). 524-5453. GYN and reproductive services.

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Cub Scout Pack 143 meets at the Congregational Church of Laconia (across from Laconia Savings Bank).

6:30 each Wednesday. All boys 6-10 are welcome. For information call 527-1716.

Laconia Elders Friendship Club meeting. 1:30 p.m. at the Leavitt Park Clubhouse. People 55 and older meet each Wednesday for fun, entertainment and education. Meetings provide an opportunity for older citizens to to meet for pure social enjoyment and the club helps the community with philanthropic work.

Duplicate bridge at the Weirs Beach Community Center. 7:15 p.m. All levels welcome. Snacks. (Every Wednesday) TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meeting. 5:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Meredith.

Concord Transpant Support Group meeting. 7 p.m. in Room 5C at Concord Hospital. Open to all pre- and posttransplant patients and family. Bring your questions and share your views. For more information call Yoli at 603-224-4767.

Check out an computer expert at the Gilford Public Library. 9:15 to 11 a.m. Library’s expert will help you navigate the tech world on first-come, first-served basis.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 Full-scale production of “Peter Pan” presented by the Educational Theatre Collaborative at Plymouth State University’s Silver Center for the Arts. 7 p.m. For tickets call 535-2787 or visit www.silver.plymouth.edu.

Better Together of the Lakes Region montly meeting. 4 to 7 p.m. at the Laconia Middle School. Featuring a screening of the film “Including Samuel”. For people who are concered about an issue in the Lakes Region and are willing to commit some time and energy to address it.

Refreshments will be served. For more information visit www.BetterTogetherLakesRegion.org.

Gluten Free Support Group meeting at Tavern 27 (Parade Road) in Laconia. 6 to 8 p.m. $20 per person includes food. With certified health coach Kelly Lang. Register by calling 528-3057 or 286-5052.

Belknap County Democrats monthly meeting. 7 p.m. at the New Hampton Community Elementary School. Featured speaker will be Tim Arsenault of Organizing for America. Light refreshments. For more information call Ed Allard at 366-2575.

Inter-Lakes Fifty Plus Club meeting. 1:30 p.m. at the St. Charles Parish Hall in Meredith. Anyone 50 and over is welcome. For more information call 253-9916.

LRGH physical therapist Michael Letourneau speaks at the Laconia Senior Center. 10 a.m. Parking at the rear of the Laconia Public Library lot. Lunch will follow at 11:30. Everyone invited. $6 for younger folks and $2 for seniors 60 and up.

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NH Boat Museum accepting applications for summer boat building classes

WOLFEBORO — The New Hampshire Boat Museum is now accepting applications for its summer boat building classes for youth, adults, and families.

Students may choose from a oneperson canoe, a one-person kayak, or a 12-foot Bevin’s Skiff. Costs vary, depending on the choice of boat, with an additional course registration fee.

Discounted fees are available for current NH Boat Museum members.

Youth Boat Building, designed for girls and boys ages 12 — 16 will be offered as two 10-day sessions to be held from 9 a.m. — 3 p.m. June 20 — July 1 or August 8 — 19. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.

Family Boat Building, designed for a team of parent(s) or grandparent(s) and a child, will be held as a six-day session meeting from 8:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. July 5 — 10. The recommended minimum age for this class is 10 years old.

Women and Men Boat Building will

be offered from 8:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m.

July 23 — 30.

Students will be taught the safe use of hand and small power tools by expert instructors, with plenty of individual assistance by volunteers. All supplies and tools will be supplied.

One doesn’t have to be “woodworker” to participate, just someone who will work hard to create a finished boat to proudly take out on lakes and rivers.

The New Hampshire Boat Museum is seeking Scholarship Sponsors to provide financial aid to youth who may not otherwise be able to participate. Sponsors are invited to the graduation day luncheon and boat launching, providing the opportunity to meet the student and see firsthand the result of their financial aid. Partial scholarships are more than welcome and will be recognized.

For details and application forms, visit www.nhbm.org and click on “Programs” or call Ann Sprague at 5694554.

Youth, adults, and families can build a canoe, kayak, or skiff this summer in one of the New Hampshire Boat Museum’s boatmaking classes. Applications are now being accepted for three programs.

Pictured are students building their own kayaks under the tents at the Museum. (Courtesy photo)

Nominations now being accepted for Annette P. Schmitt Unsung Hero Award LACONIA — Nominations are now being accepted for the Annette P. Schmitt Unsung Hero Award, presented each year by the Lakes Region United Way. This award honors an individual who has shown a long-standing commitment to children and families in Belknap County through behindthe-scenes activities without any expectation of recognition. Eligible candidates include those who volun-

teer on behalf of children and families or non-volunteer individuals who provide exceptional service to children and families beyond the scope of their employment.

The 2011 recipient will be announced

by Retired Family Court and Special Justice Willard Martin in the spring.

The winner will receive an individual award and his or her name will be engraved on a plaque that hangs in the United Way office. Additionally,

a monetary award will be made to a favored charity of the winner.

“This award is designed to acknowledge the efforts of Belknap County residents who go the extra mile in bringing positive changes to the lives of families,” said Martin.

The Unsung Hero Award honors the late Annette P. Schmitt, who left a generous bequest to support programs and projects that improve the lives of children and families in Belknap

Mayhew Program receives $1,500 from Laconia Savings Bank

LACONIA — Laconia Savings Bank (LSB) has made a $1,500 donation to The Mayhew Program of Bristol.

Mayhew challenges and helps atrisk New Hampshire boys to believe in themselves, work well with others, and to be their best. The majority of boys Mayhew serves are from lowincome single-parent families who lack the resources and opportunities Mayhew can provide.

The funds donated will be used toward mentoring programs such as “Summer on Mayhew Island,” a month long residential program on Newfound Lake that focuses on living by the ideals of responsibility, respect, and community. To reinforce what the boys learn in the summer, Mayhew’s school year mentoring program consists of visits with each boy, encouraging them to bring the Mayhew ideals into their lives at home, school, and beyond.

On behalf of Laconia Savings Bank, Joan Leroux, vice president - Laconia office manager (right) During the 2010 — 2011 program presents a donation of $1,500 to The Mayhew Program of Bristol, represented by (left to right) Colin year, The Mayhew Program will serve Buckley, community outreach worker, and program participants Dereck Romano and Steven Rowell.

202 boys ranging in age from 10 — 17. Faced with the challenge of raising $580,000 each year goals. to provide tuition free programs to disadvantaged boys, To learn more about Mayhew and their programs or to Mayhew welcomes community support to achieve their make a donation, visit www.mayhew.org.

2 Senior Moment-um programs to meet at Community Church GILFORD — Two upcoming Senior Moment-um programs, presented by the Parks and Recreation Department, will meet at the Community Church on Monday, January 31 and February 7.

A free screening of the film “An

Affair to Remember” will be held in Fellowship Hall at 9 a.m. on January 31. Coffee will be served. Breakfast, which will include pancakes, sausage, and orange juice will be available for $1. Anyone interested in attending should R.S.V.P. by Friday, January 28.

A free luncheon will be catered by the Community Action Program at noon on February 7. Guest speaker Sue Cagle will discuss “Is It Whole Grain?” Participants must R.S.V.P. by Friday, February 4.

For more information or to make reservations, call 527-4722.

County and the Granite State. Over the past several years, this fund has been the primary resource for sustaining a number of comprehensive systemic changes in Belknap County and Carroll Counties, including juvenile justice practices, the Belknap County Citizens Council on Children and Families, and Carroll County United — a community development collaborative in the Mt. Washington Valley.

Previous winners of the Schmitt Unsung Hero Award include Jean and John Provencal of Gilmanton, Leo Sanfacon of Gilford, Dave Tryon of Tilton, Dawn McCartney of Barnstead, Paul Plimpton of Belmont, and Doug Whittum of Laconia.

Nominations are due by March 31.

Forms are available at www.lruw.org or by calling Kathy Calvin at 5279182.

CALENDAR from preceding page

THURSDAY, JAN. 27 Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 8 to 9:15 p.m. each Thursday. AlAnon 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). 5245453. GYN and reproductive services. STD/ HIV testing. Sliding fee scale.

Toddler Time at the Gilford Public Library. 11:30 a.m. to noon. Children ages 18 to 36 months will sing songs, share stories and move to music. Sign-up in the Children’s Room.

Russian Faberge Eggs & Lacquer Boxes: From Craft to Fine Art at the Gilford Public Library. 6 to 8 p.m. Program featuring artist and scholar Mariana Forbes.

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

Brown Bag Book Group meeting at the Meredith Public Library. Noon to 1 p.m.

“The House of Sand and Fog” by Anre Dubus III. Beverages and dessert will be served.

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

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Wednesday, January 26, 2011— Page 17

ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: Our son, “Colin,” is 19 years old and a sophomore in college. He was always helpful and a good student.

Last spring, Colin became rude and condescending. We found out he was living with a 33-year-old man who is infected with HIV. This man was controlling and used sexual blackmail to keep Colin in line. We finally got our son back home, but it was a long, difficult summer.

When Colin announced that he was gay, my husband and I sought advice from several clergy. Most of them said to turn our backs on him until he asked for our forgiveness for living sinfully. We decided instead to take the advice of our priest, who said to accept his orientation, hard as that has been.

All we’ve asked of Colin is that he do well in school, get a job to help pay off the legal bills that resulted from extricating him from his previous relationship and not be sexually promiscuous. Colin contracted various STDs and should avoid sexual contact anyway. Our requests seemed reasonable to us. Unfortunately, when Colin returned to school, he became sexually involved with at least two different men and even asked to bring one home for the holidays. Of course, we said no.

We could live with his orientation if he would live a moral lifestyle. So far, he has not tested positive for HIV, although that is still a worry. We have told him we will not pay any more medical bills, since we can’t afford it. From the horrible way he treats us, I regret that we were so kind to him over the summer. Counseling didn’t help him see the error of his ways. He is a bad influence on his little sister. How should we handle this? -- Heartbroken Parents Dear Parents: We know Colin’s sexuality is disturbing to you, but try to separate his orientation from his impulsive lifestyle. He is 19 and living away from home for the first time. In college, many children, gay or straight, become sexu-

ally active. Unfortunately, some also are promiscuous, drink too much, do drugs, engage in risky behaviors and otherwise behave like wild animals let loose. Most kids settle down eventually, and the hope is that they don’t do any permanent damage in the interim. Please contact PFLAG (pflag.org) for some emotional support and practical suggestions.

Dear Annie: I have been caring for my disabled husband while working full time and raising two children. I haven’t had time alone in 15 years.

Now my children are grown, and they want to give me a mini-vacation as a gift. They offered to stay with Dad while I go away for a four-day weekend. My husband is upset and says if I truly cared for him, I would not want to get away. He is doing his best to make me feel guilty. Is he being selfish, or am I? -- Need a Break Dear Need: Your husband has become completely dependent on you and fears your absence. All caregivers need to recharge their batteries. Reassure your husband that you love him, that you will come back refreshed, and that the kids will do a wonderful job taking care of him. Then have a great time.

Dear Annie: I read the letter from “Loving and Missing all at the Same Time,” whose daughter is an inconsiderate slob.

When my kids were in high school, I got tired of their stuff scattered all over the house. I said if I found anything lying around when I got up in the morning, I would wake them to put it away. The rub was, I wouldn’t tell them what or where it was. Sometimes, by the time they found it, they were wide awake and irritated.

My daughter was a slow learner. Many days, she would come home and her clothes would be scattered in the front yard. Fortunately, we had understanding neighbors. -- Omaha, Neb.

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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Animals

Autos

BOATS

CUTE AS A BUTTON AKC SHELTIE PUPPIES

2005 Nissan Ultima- 2.5 ltr., gray, 118K miles, mostly highway & well maintained. New tires/brakes, power windows, locks & seats, tinted rear windows, remote start $6,000. 603-630-2400

DOCKS for Rent: 2011 season, Lake Winnisquam point. Parking, bathrooms, showers, launch on site. 603-524-2222.

Perfect Valentines Day Gift. 1st shots & worming. 630-1712 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. $350/best offer. 393-7786.

1996 Ford F-350 4-Wheel Drive Dump Truck. 4-speed manual, 27,000 original miles, 9 ft. Fisher plow. $5,250. 455-9269 1998 Toyota T100 Truck 5 speed, runs excellent. Bedliner, cap, tow package, more. Good mileage.

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

2004 VOLVO S80 Sedan pristine condition. 165,000/miles, asking $5,500/BO. Silver, black leather interior, 491-1599.

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.

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 Top Dollar Paid- $150 and up for unwanted & junk vehiclies. Call 934-4813

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

293-4129.

Business Opportunities 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

For Rent ALTON/GILFORD Town Line: Studio, $200 per week, includes utilities, cable and 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.

BELMONT: 2-BR, quiet area, big yard. Heat included, $225/week.

All housing certificates accepted.

520-1431, 267-0545.

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.

For Rent GILFORD HOUSE 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 HOUSE 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

GILFORD: Owner s furnished home, ideal for short-term needs, beautiful lakefront views, $800/month. 603-393-7077.

GORGEOUS Downtown Laconia Condo. 1st floor, hardwood floors, open-concept, new appliances. $1,200/Month includes, heat, hot water, cable, Internet, washer/dryer, fitness room access. Not smoking/No pets.

630-8171 Laconia 1 Bedroom- Washer/dryer hookup, storage, no pets. Security Deposit & references. $600/mo. + utilities. 520-4353

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

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

LACONIA 2-bedroom 2nd floor apartment. Near hospital, clean, washer/dryer hook-up, heat/hot water included. $850/Month.

LACONIA cute 1 bedroom 3rd floor apartment. 3 season porch, heat/hot water included.

For Rent

For Rent

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

LACONIA: 1 bedroom apt, second floor, close to downtown. $650 includes Heat and hot water. newly renovated bath, new appliances. One month security. No pets. Call 455-8762.

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

No pets.

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 Waterfront- 2-Bedroom condo, quiet location, ample parking, Clean/renovated, furnished optional. No smoking/pets. $895/month. 603-366-4655.

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

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

Laconia-Large 3 room apartment. $675/Month. Newly painted, off street parking. Utilities not included. Available immediately.

References & Security deposit (1 month rent) required. 1 Year lease. 603-524-3759 LACONIA-Small studio, monthly lease, no pets/smokers, $495 plus utilities. 387-6333.

LACONIA: 1 bedroom, 2nd floor, $180/week including heat, electric & hot water. 524-1234.

LACONIA: 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom in duplex building, 1st & 2nd floors plus access to attic and basement with laundry hook-ups, $950/month plus utilities, 524-1234.

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

524-9665.

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.

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: Close to downtown, 5 room 2-Bedroom, 1.5 baths, first floor, includes heat, 2-car parking, snow removal, landscaping, deck, washer/dryer. $210/week. 4-week security deposit, four weeks in advance, references and credit check a must. No pets. Leave message for Bob, 781-283-0783

ORCHARD HILL II Randlett St., Belmont, NH Now accepting applications Section 8 Vouchers Welcome Immediate Openings available for 1 bedroom full market rent unit This is a federally assisted property featuring 32 one and two bedroom ground level apartments.

Community features on-site laundry and a furnished recreation room. Heat and hot water is included.

Please call the Laconia Housing Authority at 524-2112/TDD; 524-2112 with any questions, or visit our office at 25 Union Ave. Laconia, NH • Applications are considered by income criteria • USDA/RD income restrictions apply • Tenant rents are based on income The Laconia Housing Authority does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, race, creed, color, sex, marital status, age, disability or handicap.

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 Rent-Commercial

For Sale

Help Wanted

Roommate Wanted

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

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.

Washer and almost new dryer (Sears) $150. Kitchen set (Wood) 4 chairs, white - offer. King size bed with posters, new, offer. 2 computer desks, best offer.

Dishes, etc. Excellent condition.

630-8377

Seeking highly motivated people to join my Pampered Chef team.

High earning potential! Call 496-0762.

WOMAN TO SHARE APARTMENT. Quiet, sober, non-smoking environment. $500 month includes utilities. W/D, Cable & Parking.

Avail. immediately.

528-2227

LACONIA: Large 3-Bedroom apartment, washer/dryer hookups, garage, attic & basement space.

Backyard $850/month + utilities No pets, no smoking. 630-2007.

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

528-0024.

LAKEPORT 2 bedroom, all utilities included. No pets. $200 per week.

Security deposit. Call 524-5076 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 MEREDITH- ROOMY 2-bedroom near downtown. Heat/storage included. No pets, non-smoker, References, security & lease required. $750/Month. 455-4075 MEREDITH: Cozy studio near downtown, hardwood floors, storage, heat, hot water included. No pets, non-smoker. References, security required. $500/month.

455-4075.

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

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: 1 bedroom, 1st floor, separate entrance, coin-op laundry in basement. $190/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.

For Rent-Vacation Marco Island Waterfront Condo: Florida s southwest destination vacation, starting at $500/week, sleeps 4. 603-393-7077.

For Rent-Commercial

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

Services

OFFICE Space for Rent: Includes three large offices, three smaller offices, 2 restrooms, storage room and large reception area in 2,600 sq. ft. Plenty of parking. Monthly rent is $1,700 and includes heat, a/c and electric. Please call Rick at 491-9058.

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

Free estimates and fully insured

603-524-3969

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

by Juki. $1,000 or best offer.

528-2227 FIREWOOD-ALL quantities available. Bundles, 1/8, 1/4 & 1/2 cords. Full cord/$180. Pick-up/delivery. 998-7337/Leave Message RUGER 30:06 Rifle: Brand new condition, laminated stock, Leopold scope, 4 boxes ammo. $750. Cell 630-7440.

TOMTOM GPS Ease- Never used, got 2 for Christmas. $60.

Computer Roll Top Desk- Light wood, large piece, many features.

Asking $300. Call 524-8306 TORO CCR 2450 GTS 5 HP Snowblower- Like New Condition. $345 OBO. 729-0199 Leave Message

Services

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.

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

Furniture

Instruction

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

Can deliver. 603-305-9763

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

998-1419

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

Help Wanted Respiratory Therapist Or

Polysomnography Technologist 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.

Elan Publishing Company Small printing/book binding company in Moultonborough is accepting applications for our production team for first and second shifts. Applicant should have mechanical aptitude and be physically capable of standing and performing repetitive lifting. Benefit package includes matching 401k, health, life and disability.

Please stop by Mon-Fri, 9-3pm to fill out an application at 492 Whittier Hwy, Moultonborough

Motorcycles

• Transcriptionist- Per Diem. Exp with speech recognition/editing software pref. Strong language and grammar skills and medical terminology course req. Flexible scheduling, including wknds.

• Physical Therapist- Per Diem. Min Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Previous inpatient exp pref. Current NH PT License and CPR Cert req. Wknd and Wkday cov.

• RN- Full-time, 40 hr/wk with rotating call, OR exp, min 1 yr pref.

ACLS, BLS & PALS with 3 months.

• Clinical Coordinator- Full-Time. RN with Wound Care exp. Resp. to coordinate clinical activities of the Wound Care Center. Must have organizational and leadership skills. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing pref.

Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS, infection control, safety and all unit required skill review.

• Registration Clerk- Full-Time. Min. two yrs office exp. Familiarity with healthcare billing and diagnostic coding pref. Computer literate.

• LNA-Unit Secretary- Full-Time. Experience and NH LNA license required. 12 hr. shifts, rotating day, night, weekends.

• Director of Nursing- Fully accountable to the Administrator for the daily operation of Nursing Services for 45 geriatric residents. Min. 3 yrs exp. In a long-term facility. RN with an active license. BSN preferred.

A completed Application is required to apply for all positions Website: www.memorialhospitalnh.org.

Contact: Human Resources, Memorial Hospital, an EOE PO Box 5001, No. Conway, NH 03860.

Quality Work Reasonable Rates Free Estimates Metal Roofs • Shingle Roofs

Our Customers Don t get Soaked!

528-3531

Buy • Sell • Trade www.motoworks.biz

M.A. SMITH ELECTRIC: Quality work for any size electrical job. Licensed-Insured, Free estimates/ 603-455-5607

(603)447-1198. Olson’s Moto Works, RT16 Albany, NH.

Real Estate

MILES COMPUTER REPAIR Virus Removal, Computer Tune-ups, Hardware Install, Network Install, Same Day Service.

603-998-2326.

Belmont- 2 Bedroom Manufactured Home on its own 1/2 acre lot Town water & sewer, newly renovated and energy efficient, nice location. For Sale owner financing available call for details.

For Lease - $1000/month. Call 2678023 GC Enterprises Property Management

MOBILE Home Repairs: Storm damage, Renovations. Doors, windows, floors, etc. Reasonable, experienced. Dan, 279-5806, 937-7095.

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

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Roommate Wanted

Small Jobs Are My Speciality

ADULT person to share house in Laconia. $140/wk. includes everything. Pets okay. Female preferred. 524-1976 LACONIA/GILFORD HOUSEMATE wanted. Spacious furnished 2-room-accommodations.

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

528-8030 New Durham furnished room with kitchen privileges. Non-smoker, damage deposit & references. $100/week. 603-397-2694

ARE YOU READY FOR A CHANGE? Enjoy the quality of life found in the Mt. Washington Valley while working in a progressive hospital that matches advanced medical technology with a compassionate approach to patient care. Join our team and see what a difference you can make!

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes health/dental, generous paid time off, matching savings plan, educational assistance and employee fitness program. We have the following openings:

PIPER ROOFING & VINYL SIDING

Rick Drouin 520-5642 or 744-6277

ROOF 603-393-2432

SHOVELING

ROOF SHOVELING Fully Insured Laconia, Gilford, Belmont & Surrounding Areas Residential & Commercial

Howland • 524-2009 Roof Shoveling, Decks & Driveways. Free estimates. Call 393-1301

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‘Old School PE’ program presented by Meredith Parks and Recreation

MEREDITH — “Old School PE,” sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department, will be held on Wednesday nights from 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. beginning February 2.

The program, which will run through March 2, is for adults age 21 or older interested in participating in gym games from the past.

Cost is $1 per person per session, payable at the front desk. For more information, call Parks and Recreation Program Director Erica Burnham at 279-8197.

Sledding party under the lights on Laconia’s new sledding hill on Friday

LACONIA — The Parks & Recreation Department is inviting residents up to the new sledding hill this Friday, January 28 (6 to 8 p.m.) for a party under the lights. The hill is located on South Street which is just after the cemetery on Academy Street.

“We will be having a bonfire to warm ourselves by, lights to sled by and cocoa and marshmallows to consume,” said Assistant Director Amy Lovisek. “All around this will be a fantastic event. We truly hope that you can all come and enjoy the outdoors! For questions call 524-5046.”

Gilford snowshoeing continues on February 1

GILFORD — The Gilford Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor two more “get out of the house” adult snowshoe hikes beginning at Town Hall at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 1 and 8.

The hike on February 1 will take participants through Ahern State Park in Laconia; the February 8 hike will take place at Ramblin’ Vewe Farm in Gilford.

A limited supply of snowshoes are available to rent for a nominal fee. They may be reserved on a firstcome basis by calling the Parks and Recreation office.

The cost for each hike is $1 per person. R.S.V.P. at least two days in advance of each excursion by calling the Parks and Recreation Department at 527-4722.

Services

Services

SNOW REMOVAL- HOME/ROOF Lakes region area. Cheap rates.

Most modular homes $100. Call anytime 393-5122

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

Sweet, silly or sentimental, Love Lines are the perfect way to tell the people you care about exactly how you feel. To send a Love Line, simply fill out this entry form and submit it, along with payment, to the Laconia Daily Sun by Thursday, February 10, 2011 at noon. All Love Lines will be published in full color in the newspaper on Saturday, February 12, 2011. And can also be viewed online at www.laconiadailysun.com

(Don’t forget to tell us who your message is to, and who it is from!)

You may also email your ad information to: ads@laconiadailysun.com Subject: Valentines Day Ad or fax to: 527-0056. Please include your phone number and first and last name in case we have a question about your ad.

Choose your ad size from the chart below: Name:

Mailing Address: State: Zip: Town: Please enclose a check with this order form made out to Laconia Daily Sun and mail to: 65 Water Street, Laconia, NH 03246 or include your MC or Visa credit card info on this form: MINIMUM OF $10 FOR CREDIT CARDS. Credit Card #: Signature: X

Dear Christine, Life with you couldn’t be any sweeter.

With all my love Drake

Exp: 3 digit Security Code #

Joe, Happy First Valentine’s Together!

I Love You! - Kim

2x1 = $14.50

1x1 = $7.25

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

Phone #:

As it appears on your credit card

George & Nancy, We are so greatful for everything you’ve done for us. Thank you for being there when we needed you.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Love, Pam & Rick

2x1.5 = $21.75

Snowmobiles 2001 Ski-Doo MXZ500.

Yellow/Black, reverse, pics, like new, 2,450 miles. $2,195.

875-0363

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

Cash Paid.

Email northernbuy@gmail.com

Please note:

These ads are samples only. Artwork for actual ads may vary and will be left to our designer’s discretion (unless otherwise specified).

To Pooh Bear,

I love you with all my heart! Thank you for being in my life. ~Love, Hunny

Bob & Mary

Yard Sale HUGE Estate Sale. January 27 through 30th. Furniture, 2001 low mileage minivan, tools, linens, home decor, books & glassware.

325 Smith Road, Holderness.

Violet, We’ve had our ups and downs,but our friendship has stood the test of time.

Thank you for always being there for us

1x2 = $14.50

1x1.5 Color = $11 2x2 = $29

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