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Hudson~Litchfield News Pat Jewett is the Heart and Soul of Litchfield Volume 26 Number 35 March 6, 2015 16 Pages

by Laurie Jasper “Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there,” Pat Jewett quipped in her speech as she was lauded at the first annual Pat Jewett Volunteer Appreciation Day on Sunday, March 1 at Campbell High School auditorium in Litchfield. Following the awards ceremony, a dinner in Pat’s honor was held in the cafeteria, with proceeds to help fund future Pat Jewett Volunteer Appreciation Day programs. In 2014, Pat Jewett officially tendered her resignation from the Litchfield Board of Selectmen due to health issues, and Pat’s many years of service were recognized at the annual town meeting. Then, during Litchfield’s Memorial Day program last year, the town proclaimed March 1 (Pat Jewett’s birthday) Caught by surprise, the ‘birthday girl’ would be known annually had her cake delivered by her son, Keith. as Pat Jewett Volunteer Appreciation Day and that each year the community would recognize those who continue Pat’s legacy of service. For more than 50 years, Pat served Litchfield in many capacities, in addition to working as an elementary special education teacher in Nashua for over 30 years. The long list includes: Conservation Committee: 1952-1954; School Board: 1957-67, 2004-10; Recreation Committee: 1956-1963; Board of Selectmen: 19792011, 2012-2014; Zoning Board of Adjustment: 1985-1986; Welfare Director: 1985-2010; N.P.P.C. treasurer: 1987-1995; Town Clean-up Day chairman: 1995-2010; Memorial Day, Pearl Harbor Day and Veterans Day chairman: 1980-2010; Town Hall and School Building Committee: 1985-2000. It should be noted that she was the first female member on the board of selectmen. Among her other affiliations: 4-H Club leader, 1944-54; Cub Scout den mother, 1971-75 and 1952-55; Community Church, 1958-present; Sunday school teacher, Youth Group leader, assisted at Strawberry Festivals, Yard Sales and Holiday Fairs; Extension Club officer, 1955-58; Hudson Grange, 1953-present; P.T.O. Litchfield and Nashua, 1952-1995; coached softball and volleyball, 1950s-60s; Alvirne Booster Club, 1962-65; Director of SHARE food pantry,

1967-72; Board of Directors Community Council, Pat received flowers, 2006-present; Learning Disabilities Specialists, 1974certificates, letters from Litchfield 90; Friends of C.H.S., 2000-02; Organized Senior gathered from citizens, and Citizens, 2010-present; organized various events for proclamations from both the veterans – care packages, socks for seniors; collected New Hampshire House of backpacks and supplies for children of Litchfield. Representatives and Senate. In fact, it took event host Laura Gandia over five House Speaker Shawn Jasper minutes to list all of Pat’s accomplishments, said he has known Pat his entire and even then, “I believe I’m probably life. “If you had to say who is still missing some of her the heart and soul of Litchfield, it volunteerism,” said Laura. truly is Pat Jewett,” said Jasper. Among the many Senator Donna Soucy said, “Pat accolades were those walks the walk and talks the talk. from her son-in-law, Pat is a role model.” John Morey, who said, A portion of the program was “Pat epitomizes every devoted to reading the names of part of the phrase all the of the many town ‘would give you the Pat shares memories with Shawn Jasper, NH speaker of the boards and committees, who shirt off her back.’” will each receive a certificate of House of Representatives, before the program began. John recounted the The Jewetts and Jaspers were longtime friends, back to when appreciation. Town many Christmas in July Hoch said, “Governments rely Pat’s daughter, Nancy, would walk little Shawn events Pat and her late on a lot of volunteers, elected or through the Jasper chicken coops. husband, Will, hosted appointed. Volunteerism is the in their backyard for senior citizens, engine that drives this community. We recognize those who serve complete with a full turkey dinner this community now and encourage this in the future.” Recalling and plenty of homemade desserts, what Pat said to him last year about saving the money by using a keeping the town reader board piece of cardboard from the dump when he presented her with a updated, picking up litter on the side plaque honoring her service, Hoch obliged this year, giving Pat a of the road and driving cancer patients to piece of cardboard Staff photos by Len Lathrop appointments. “The acknowledgement of inscribed with her service and love of this town is an honor thanks. and she and her family will be forever My biggest surprise was the day grateful,” said John. “I have to it, I laughed at I won selectman. I made my signs up a $30 per person dinner in Pat’s out of cardboard from the dump, and honor,” said Pat’s longtime friend people thought I wouldn’t win with Diane Jerry to shared laughter. “We’ve served on many handmade signs, but I did. committees together, spending as -Pat Jewett little as possible to do it,” Diane continued. The crowd chuckled as Diane told of Pat’s means of taking minutes at meetings, using After receiving any scrap of paper she could find, and of taking home Styrofoam a standing ovation cups to wash them for the next gathering. from the crowd, That wonderful smile that everyone loves Litchfield’s Police Chief Joseph O’Brion has known Pat for over Pat shared some of 20 years. “Pat’s values and willingness to make Litchfield a better her memories. “My biggest surprise was the day I won selectman. place haven’t changed,” said Chief O’Brion. He recounted when I made my signs up out of cardboard from the dump, and people town Jason Hoch first came to Litchfield, his goal thought I wouldn’t win with handmade signs, but I did,” said Pat. was to teach Pat to use a computer. Hoch was very confident in “The saddest thing I ever did was writing my letter of resignation,” his ability to teach Pat in no time, so O’Brion and Hoch made a recalled Pat. “My motto in teaching and life is firm, fair and fun. I friendly wager of a submarine sandwich. “Anyone who knows Pat really appreciate all the volunteers who helped me; we had a lot of knows she uses the phone or writes a note. Thank you, Pat, that fun, and it was well worth all the time. Thank you so much. I am sub was delicious,” O’Brion said. delighted,” she concluded.

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Candidates Explore Hot Topics of Town Growth, Trimming the School Budget

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What Happens if the Counting Machine doesn’t Work?

Paul Inderbitzen compares the machine’s tabulation with the data he put on the sample ballots for the test. by Len Lathrop Of course, we all know that answer. If necessary, the , town clerk, selectmen and ballot clerks will count all the votes by hand, one ballot at a time. No results are calculated by the “rock, paper, scissors” method. Hopefully, it will not come to ballot-by-ballot hand counting on March the 10th. Let’s look at what happens before the polls can open on that day at 7 a.m. Everyone can guess the ballots have been printed, and we won’t even go into the absentee operations, except to say if you haven’t asked for one by now, you best show up at the polls for your choices to be counted. On Monday morning, eight days before the election, Hudson Town Clerk Patti Barry and Hudson Paul Inderbitzen are busy testing the counting machines. Prior to this and before each election, another firm has checked each machine to be sure there is no data from the prior election in the machine and that they have programmed the “card” with the names of the candidates for each office and the warrant questions that were finalized at the deliberative session about a month ago. Hudson has five of these machines and --for the record-- they are kept in the safe in the town clerk’s office. Now who would you want to tamper with a machine for a job you do for free: “a volunteer” or a paid $8-a-day Hudson selectman? But, back to the process, the test ballots that Inderbitzen has marked --two for town questions (the white ones) and one for the school district (the yellow one)-are fed into each machine four times. So let’s do the math: three ballots each with two sides each four times. Let’s not go there. Paul has been the for seven years and has spent over a week setting up this test. But somehow continued to page 7Counting Machine

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BOS candidates are seated at the Hudson Meet the Candidates’ night (from left): Randy Brownrigg, Richard Kahn, Ted Luszey, Normand Martin, and Marilyn McGrath. Missing from photo: candidate Jared Stevens. by Tom Tollefson Once again it’s time for Hudson to “rock the vote.” Many dedicated citizens will make their way to the polls at the Hudson Community Center to be a voice for the town and cast their ballots toward decisions that will shape their community. Here are the candidates that will give residents their voice. Selectman (six candidates running for two three-year as selectmen): Randy Brownrigg is a 20-year Hudson resident who has raised three children in this community. Brownrigg has served on the budget committee and conservation commission and was a state representative from 2010-2012. He also served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years. During his time in the navy, he took on many challenges on different ships and posts that would call for his attention to detail and leadership. His focus for improvement in Hudson is “better listening to what people have to say and what their concerns are in town.” Richard Kahn is running in his fourth campaign for selectman and states that the only difference this time around is his age. He still has five campaign goals and objectives as follows: ability, transparency, fiscal restraint, civil liberties, and creation of a business-friendly climate. Kahn has served on the Friends of Benson Park and Old Home

Days committees and owns Kahn Landscaping. Ted Luszey has been a resident for 30 years. Luszey has been on the Hudson Board of Selectmen, as well as the budget, recycling, conservation, facilities, and solid waste committees. He wants to improve the infrastructure in Hudson when the opportunities arise in a cost-effective manner. Normand Martin, who has lived in Hudson for the past 13 years has served on the Zoning Board of Adjustment for the past 10 years and on the budget committee. He believes in change that will improve the way the town runs. Lifelong resident Marilyn McGrath, currently an alternate on the Zoning Board of Adjustment, served on the former town council (participated in contract negotiations with the unions), and has been on the planning board (served as chairman in the 1980s). She also worked as a financial analyst for BAE Systems for over 20 years and is recently retired. She describes herself as being “fiscally conservative” and not afraid to make big decisions that will help benefit the town. One of her biggest concerns is the congested traffic on Lowell and Derry roads. She stated that a solution will take a “concerted effort on the town and state level depending upon funding because any corrections to those roadways will be costly.” continued to page 10- Hudson Candidates

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Hudson When ... The French Home on Derry Street, 1956

Accolades Emerson College student Christina Guessferd of Hudson has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester. Guessferd is majoring in Journalism. Evan Manning of Hudson has been accepted to Ashland University for the fall semester of 2015. Manning is a senior at Alvirne High School. Molly Glasheen of Hudson and Ted Allen of Litchfield have been named to the Dean’s List at Merrimack College. The College of Saint Rose has announced that Kathryn Kierstead of Litchfield is one of 814 students named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester. Boston University awarded academic degrees to 1,664 in January. Receiving degrees were Hudson residents Nicole M. Gable, Master of Business istration in Business istration and Management, High Honors; and Trent W. Merrell, Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering. Four Hudson residents have recently been named to the Dean’s List at Boston University for the fall semester. Students recognized for this honor include: Kayla E. Duval, Luke D. Mertins, Jacob G. Nazarian, and Holly J. Roberts. Jessica M. McNeill, a resident of Litchfield, has recently been named to the Dean’s List at Boston University for the fall semester. Congratulations to Joshua Rand of Litchfield for recognition of his outstanding academic achievements by being named to the President’s List at Daniel Webster College. Joshua is a sophomore majoring in Game Programming with a minor in Game Design and Development. Send your Accolades to [email protected] with a photo

submitted by Ruth Parker After Hudson adopted a unified school district in 1896, a number of local schoolhouses were purchased and converted into private dwellings. Such was the case with the house shown in this 1956 photo. The No. 6 (Farms District) schoolhouse was built in 1852 on what is now the vacant lot just north of 107 Derry St. and almost opposite Hudson Hardware. By 1898 the schoolhouse was converted into a dwelling by Menzell French. It remained in the French family until destroyed by fire in January 1980. For years this was the home of Harold and Maude French and family. Harold began the French Insurance Agency in the front room of this home; notice the sign along Derry Street. Maude is fondly ed for her work with the 4-H club’s Fortnightly Club, and her prominent role in securing funds for the beginning of Alvirne High School. The insurance agency was continued by their son, Gordon, and now by grandson Rick and family at 12 Derry St. Photo compliments of the French family and now a part of the Historical Society Collection.

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submitted by Jill Deleault Over the February school vacation week, nearly 30 Campbell High School band and choir students took part in a fun and educational trip to Nashville, Tenn. The outing to “Music City USA” was in the works for months, with fundraisers and rehearsals galore. During the trip, students performed in very rewarding music clinics with Dr. Dwayne Sagen and Dr. Tucker Biddlecombe, both of Vanderbilt University. In addition, students toured the Country Music Hall of Fame, Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, RCA Studio B, and many other Tennessee points of interest. Accompanying the students on the trip were CHS music teacher Jill Deleault, CHS school nurse Rachel Baker, and two volunteer chaperones.

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Hudson Sustainability Committee Asks Voters to Article 14 submitted by Tianna Begonis, decrease the town’s property tax revenues. Hudson Sustainability Committee The real ‘winner’ is the environment. Hello folks! Excited for spring? We definitely Earth Day: Save the Dates are, and what better time to be thinking about In honor of Earth Day 2015, our annual warmer weather than now! March is finally here Roadside Cleanup is scheduled to take place and with that, we would like to cordially invite on April 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All the you to several significantly spring-like events: recyclables we pick up get recycled. Do you Vote. Vote. Vote. know of a particular road that has many bottles, On Tuesday, March 10, Town and School cans, and other recyclables along its sides? If District Elections will be held at the Hudson so, e-mail us at hudsonsustainability@gmail. Community Center, 12 Lions Ave., Hudson. The com or post on our Facebook page @ Hudson polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Sustainability. Roads will be voted on and Sustainability Committee would love to see you posted by April. Thank you for all your ideas and there. ! Warrant Article 14 New this year the Sustainability Committee and The Sustainability Committee asks for your the Hudson Boy Scouts are ing forces to bring regarding Warrant Article 14 on the an Earth Day Celebration to the community on town ballot. Article 14 s the installation April 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. There will be several of solar energy systems on residential property activities including growing plants, recycling and by requesting a property tax exemption for the re-using home items to make cat and dog toys, system. While the Town of Hudson currently a bounce house, and fun games. Put it on your does not tax solar energy systems, the committee family calendar so you don’t miss it. Details to be believes that the town should make a commitment released in future articles. to encourage property owners to explore alternative energy sources, such as solar power! The adoption Serving the Southern New Residential-Commercial of Warrant Article 14 will Hampshire area for over 20 Years! T,W,F 9-5, Thrs 9-8, Sat 9-3 reduce the current concern that FLOORING solar systems could be taxed in the future. Such a tax would likely discourage home owners from thinking about such an SPECIALISTS installation. In reality, both Carpets • Vinyl • Ceramic • Hardwood individual home owners and Laminates • Window Treatments • Area Rugs the community would benefit in the long run by reducing the 30 Lowell Rd, Brook Plaza, Hudson, NH load on the electric grid. The warrant article doesn’t increase an individual’s property tax or

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Urging a ‘Yes’ Vote on Article 6 I am writing this letter to express to the voters of Hudson how important Hudson Warrant Article #6 is to the people of Hudson. Warrant article 6 asks for the people of Hudson to approve a contract for the Hudson Police, Fire and Town supervisor’s Association. This association is made up of supervisors from various town departments. The majority of this association is Police and Fire supervisors. These are experienced, professional and educated town employees, with some having 30 years of service to the people of Hudson. The association has not asked for above average wages, they have agreed to an average compensation in an effort to keep the tax impact as low as possible. A yes vote on Article 6 will allow you to pay our public safety supervisors an average wage for their continued outstanding dedication to you. The of the Town of Hudson Police, Fire and Town Supervisors Association thank you in advance for your consideration on this issue. We together with the Hudson Board of Selectman and urge you to vote yes on Article 6. John P. Beike, President, Hudson Police, Fire, Town Supervisors Association

Litchfield’s Pat Jewett is a Marvel On behalf of the Litchfield Women’s Club, we would like to offer our congratulations and gratitude to Pat Jewett on her many achievements and contributions to the community of Litchfield. In attending this past weekend’s Pat Jewett Volunteer Appreciation Day ceremony, one couldn’t help but marvel at the significant difference one caring individual can make in the course of a lifetime. Pat certainly has touched the lives of countless individuals with her dedicated efforts to help others. For the past quarter-century, Pat has been a staunch er of every activity that the Litchfield Women’s Club has been involved in. At the end of each community breakfast, Pat could be counted on to gather up packaged breakfast fare to personally deliver to families throughout town. She has always been the club’s first line of to see how we might help others in Litchfield, and the first in line as well to fundraising efforts, vying for raffle prizes and silent auction items, each of which she’d donate to others if she won. Each year, the Litchfield Women’s Club awards scholarships to deserving graduates and have awarded well over $50,000 thus far. In 2014, the club created a new annual scholarship in Pat Jewett’s honor. This scholarship is awarded to the individual who most exemplifies the very trait that Pat holds most dear -- service to others. We are so grateful for Pat’s many, many contributions to our community. She is an integral part of what Litchfield is all about and for that we are thankful. Pamme Boutselis and Charlotte Williams, Co-presidents, Litchfield

BOS s Litchfield’s Town Operating Budget The Litchfield Budget Committee has sent to the voters on the March 10 ballot for the town an appropriation of $5,232,478 representing a 4.5% increase over the 2014 default budget approved by the voters. Notable areas of increase are spending of $119,376 for the voter approved Police Union contract as well as the purchase of two, new Police cruisers replacing worn out, high mileage vehicles. This will move the Town back to the successful system of purchasing cruisers in place several years ago. Additional appropriations were also in the area of the Information Technology budget by $69,325 providing for the upkeep and maintenance of the town’s computer systems, $25,391 for employee benefits (health insurance, Social Security, etc.) and an increase of $15,696 for the Highway Department for maintenance and additional salt purchases. The Budget Committee also took decreases in the Selectmen’s draft budget for the purchase of gasoline, propane, oil, welfare and consulting services. The Budget Committee after much deliberation and discussion approved the 2015 budget unanimously. The Board of Selectmen considers the Budget Committee’s

budget as presented to the voters to be a reasonable basis for the running of our town. It is our belief that it will allow the Selectmen the flexibility in addressing the expenses that we expect to encounter in 2015 while ensuring that the taxes to our citizens are maintained a low as possible. We the Budget Committee’s budget and have also unanimously recommended their budget for adoption of the voters. We are encouraging all voters to follow both the Budget Committee and the Board of Selectmen and approve the budget warrant at the March election. John Brunelle, Litchfield Board of Selectmen

Bring a ‘Rational’ Salary System to Town On March 10, the citizens of Litchfield will have a decision to make on Warrant Article 14 as to whether they will provide their Town non-bargaining employees the opportunity to begin moving to a wage plan that makes sense. In the past, the Town’s wage structure was composed of a system of grades with eight steps in each grade. This system required that employees only had to spend time in their grade before automatically being “ promoted “ to the next step. It didn’t matter on performance, ability at their job or the knowledge they possessed the promotion was simply tied to their time in grade. The Selectmen would then ask for a cost of living increase (COLA) that would be added to all non-bargaining employees’ salary irrespective of their grade, step or merit performance. It was the belief of the Selectmen that this process was inefficient, unfair to both the employees and Litchfield’s citizens. In 2013, the Selectmen voted to institute a system that rewarding performance of employees for their work, knowledge and effort; a merit performance based system. The Selectmen undertook a study of the town’s jobs for our non-bargaining employees in order to arrange them into a rational system of grades based upon duties and responsibilities. Unfortunately, to get to this system, the many of our employees must be moved in of salary. Warrant Article 14 commences that process by starting the movement of employees whose positional duties and responsibilities are grossly out of line with their current salaries. This process will continue over several years. This system has been approved by the Selectmen and presented to the Budget Committee who has voted unanimously to this effort. The Selectmen ask you to also this effort at bringing a rational salary system to Litchfield.

On Tuesday, the 10th, your will have the opportunity to be heard regarding the direction of our elected bodies. Like you, I will get to choose amongst good people that have very different ideas on what that entrusted position entails. When you vote, do you expect that person to perform to the highest of standards? Or do you simply assume they will? Do you assume that because they are nice people, good friends, or good neighbors that they believe what you do? Do you have political conversations with them? Or do you subscribe to the “no talk of religion or politics” philosophy as it is so personal and possible divisive? Here is my point. This is a political election. Although our local elections do not have us identify ourselves by political party, you can be certain we all have leanings toward one ideology or another across the continuum, do we not? When you elect someone to represent you, are you not looking for someone that shares your ideals? Your understanding of the role of government? There is little doubt in a small community like ours it is very likely we all know each other to some level and we are all cordial, courteous and overall like each other. How then are we to decide if those that are running for a political office in a system that does not require affiliation shares our own belief systems? Unfortunately, you can’t unless you have had those political conversations or paid very close attention to the voting records of those running. Please do your due diligence. Don’t simply take for granted someone else’s opinion or perhaps your own believing that your friend, neighbor or acquaintance has your political belief system. I am Jason Guerrette, and am asking for your vote. I am a traditional conservative running against a self proclaimed Moderate and a self proclaimed Liberal. Web address: Jasonguerrette.info; LitchfieldVotes.com.

It is not often that I feel compelled to write an editorial. However, your informed vote to this article is critical to a vital tool that is used 24 hours a day everyday of the year. As a voter, you are a stakeholder in the business of the Town of Hudson. This warrant article is critical for the town’s Public Safety Departments; Police and Fire. The Technology for this system was developed in 1999. Our current communication system was put into service in 2004. The system has reached its end of life. In 2009, the company stopped making repair parts. Think about it, how many people have a car or a computer that was made in 1999. These systems have to run 24 hours a day 365 days a year. How much confidence would you have in your car if you left it running since 2004? The Fire Chief, IT Director, Board of Selectmen, and I have spent the last three to four years studying this situation and have determined that this is something we, as a community, need to get behind and . The equipment that needs to be replaced is the equipment that is utilized by both Police and Fire so that when you call to use our services the information can be relayed to the police officers or fire fighters in the field. This is the equipment found inside each departments dispatch center. It is not the radio towers, it is not the transmitters, and it is not the receivers located around the town. This is just the equipment in the dispatch centers. The equipment is what the dispatcher uses to log the calls for service as well as allows for two-way communication with the emergency personnel in the field. This is critical infrastructure needed to conduct the day-today operations of each department. The total amount needed for the entire project is approximately $350,000. Currently, we have a Capital Reserve

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Fund that puts $10,000 a year into an so that someday we will have money to purchase a new system. That fund only has $20,000 in it. The vendor cannot repair breakdowns. This warrant article would put $200,000 in this fund. It is a start to resolving a serious problem. Please vote Yes in of this article to make sure our public safety people have the ability to communicate and respond to your needs. Please vote in of Warrant Article 11. Jason Lavoie, Chief, Hudson Police Department

Striving to Serve the People of Hudson My name is Ted Luszey and I am announcing my candidacy for Selectman. As a resident for more than 35 years, I have been actively involved in our Town on many levels. My service to Hudson began as a member of the Solid Waste Committee, which has evolved into today’s Sustainability Committee as well as a six-year member of the Conservation Committee. In addition, I was a member of the Budget Committee for more than 16 years and am a past Selectman. As a member of the Budget Committee I was instrumental in implementing the vehicle replacement program currently being used by the Town. I worked with the IT Department in implementing the mobile communication equipment rotation plan used by the Police Department to manage vehicle laptop upgrades. While serving as a Selectman, I worked with the Town Department Heads and the Board of Selectman to implement an automated Policy Document System for all policies and procedures. Furthermore, I was appointed the liaison for our seniors. In this role, I was chartered to work with our seniors to design and build a Senior Center. I accomplished this within the budget approved by the Board of Selectman and within the timeframe committed. Relative to current issues, like the proposed the Central Fire Station and building a replacement for the Burns Hill Station, I don’t think they are ready for primetime. There are many questions that still need to be answered. Like, for many years the Board of Selectman have agreed that a significant cost saving can be realized by combining Fire and Police Dispatch function. Space and non-compatible equipment has been the reason for not proceeding with this strategy. With the the Central Station and a new facility, no mention has been made if the strategy to combine these two functions is part of the plan. If not, I would question why not. And, why the Lowell Road location? The Town owns land on Musquash Road where a new station could be built. Was this investigated? And, should we go forward with these two proposals as presented, what’s next? Will we be looking at a major renovation for the Robinson Road station? The Town Hall? I hope I have demonstrated why we need someone on the Board that will ask these questions and work with the Department Heads and the Board to fully vet proposals before the go to warrant. The taxpayer and residents deserve that level of engagement from their elected officials. And, for the record, I am in favor of fixing our aging emergency response infrastructure in a responsible and cost effect manner. I hope this brief outline of my accomplishments while serving the People of Hudson and my understanding of current issues facing our Town demonstrates my commitment to strive to improve the level of service for all our residents while keeping our spending down. I ask for your and vote on March 10. Ted Luszey, Hudson

Fix the Fire Stations in the ‘Hudson Way’ To the voters of Hudson, I am writing to ask for your for the two fire station warrant articles (Articles 2 and 9). During my time on the Board of Selectmen I have asked many questions, squeezed every nickel, and hopefully shown my willingness to say no when I thought no was the way to vote. When a plan to build a new central fire station came before the board several years ago, with a $6.4 million price tag, I voted no. Articles 2 and 9, in my opinion, fix the problem in the “Hudson way.” We will renovate, not replace, the Lenny Smith Central Station and put a proven design on Lowell Road for less than half of the $6.4 million plan. I know there is no good time to raise taxes, I do not want my taxes to go up either, but I/we need to put money into our infrastructure. These two projects will increase the

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Thursdays thru April 9 AARP Tax-Aide now has a site at the Now new Hudson Senior Center located at 19 Kimball Hill Rd. in Hudson. Free tax assistance and preparation for taxpayers with low- and middle-income, with special attention to those age 60 and older, is now available. IRS certified counselors are available from 9 a.m. until noon. You do not need to be a member of AARP or a retiree to use this service. to bring your Social Security card and other official documentation for yourself and all dependents as they are required. For an appointment, call 211.

Friday, March 13 Starting Your Genealogy Research. Are you interested in Genealogy but don’t know where to start? Today’s Genealogy Club meeting at 1:30 p.m. in the Rodgers Memorial Library will introduce you to the tools you need to start finding your roots. Learn the basic steps for gathering family stories, finding and using key resources, and organizing your research. You will also learn about the many genealogy resources available at the library. Laptop computers will be available for use at the meeting. For those who are already familiar with family research, there will be a table available for you to share your stories and brick walls with other veteran researchers, or you are welcome to help our new people! No registration required. Check the website, rodgerslibrary.org, for information about future topics and guest speakers.

meeting. The main purpose of this meeting is to elect officers and delegates at large for the next two year period for the town of Hudson. All ed Democrats in the towns of Hudson are automatic , so please come out and meet others who are working together to uphold the values we hold dear. The meeting will be held at the current Chair’s (Kate Messner’s) home: 10 Third Street, Hudson, at 7 p.m. RSVP Kate Messner 881-3282.

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Now thru April 13 Free Tax Help. Volunteers from the AARP will be at the Rodgers Memorial Library on Mondays and Saturdays. Appointments are available 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (no appointments Mar. 14 or Apr. 11) to help senior citizens and low to moderate income taxpayers with their tax returns. Tax assistance volunteers do not, however, help prepare Schedule C over $10,000 in expenses, Schedule E, complicated/lengthy Schedule D forms without proper paperwork, or other specialized forms. Taxpayers with complex tax forms are advised to seek paid tax help. Go to rmlnh.org/events or call the library at 886-6030 to make an appointment, walk-ins welcome.

Saturday, April 4 The 4H New Hampshire Cluckers will th present a free program title “Backyard Chickens” at 10 a.m. in the Ann Seabury Community Room, Hudson Police Department. Registration required, ACO Jana McMillan at 889-7387 or e-mail jmcmillan@ hudsonnh.gov.

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Sunday, March 22 Legendary Locals of Hudson Book Event. When John T. Benson purchased land in Hudson in 1924, little did he know that Bensons Wild Animal Farm would make Hudson famous. For 60 years, the Strangest Farm on Earth became legendary. The former attraction is now a beautiful town park. These pages are filled with stories of many who gave of their time, talent, and treasure. Leonard Smith designed and helped build Central Fire Station. Shirley Nadeau is always ready to lend a hand. Leon Hammond cooked for countless bean suppers. Dr. Alfred Kimball Hills, Kimball Webster, G. Philip Rodgers and Alvin Rodgers have been generous benefactors. The H in Hudson stands for heart. At 2 p.m., local authors Shawn and Laurie Jasper will give a talk introducing this new book about some of our outstanding citizens at the Rodgers Memorial Library. Books will be available for sale and g and proceeds from the sale of books will benefit the Hudson Historical Society.

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Tuesday, March 17 The Friends of the Library will hold a meeting from 7-9 p.m. in the Community Room at the Library. Plans will be made for National Library Week and new and ideas are always welcome.

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Wednesday, March 18 The Litchfield Senior Citizen group will th be meeting at 12 p.m. at the Community Church on Charles Bancroft Highway. There will be a hot dog and beans lunch served after which a singer will entertain the group. All senior citizens are invited to attend.

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Thursday, March 19 Litter Box Success. Speaker will be Rhonda Voss, KPA-CTP, Always Positive Pet Training, LLC, at 6 p.m., Ann Seabury Community Room, Hudson Police Department. Limited attendance. ACO Jana McMillan at 889-7387 to reserve a seat.

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Saturday, March 21 Alvirne will be the first high school in New England to host a Dance Marathon for Boston Children’s. Jana Elsayed herself is a Boston Children’s survivor and is very excited to be giving back. The event begins 6 p.m. on and goes till midnight. It’s a celebration and all “FTK” or For the Kids. Onehundred percent of the proceeds go directly to the hospital. There are two rules: no sitting and no caffeine! There will be a DJ, live music, games and prizes. We are asking that students raise $50 and adults $100. We have options for teams or singles. We are very excited for the event and want the entire community there! More info can be found on the Facebook page “Alvirne Dance Marathon” or Alvirne page.

Saturday, March 14 The Campbell High School Athletic th Booster Club will be hosting its annual Comedy Night at Talent Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show begins at 9 p.m. There will be raffles, items to be auctioned, and 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $15. You can purchase tickets at Town Hall, or send your request to [email protected]. Reserve a table early ... they go fast! Bring your friends and come the CHS athletes and their programs and have tons of laughs at the same time.

Tuesday, March 10 Interested in Community Service? th The Litchfield Lions Club offers a variety of volunteer opportunities serving the Litchfield community. The Litchfield Lions Club will be holding its monthly [second Tuesday of the month] meeting on at 7 p.m. at the Litchfield Presbyterian Church, 259 Charles Bancroft Highway, Litchfield. For more info visit: http://litchfield.nhlions.org/ or Facebook: FB: Litchfield NH Lions Club.

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At Campbell High School, complimentary child care offered for all voters. Any parent, who is bringing their child with them to vote, is welcome to drop their child/children off in the Home Economics classroom (Rm. 150) while they vote. This babysitting service is run and organized by the Campbell High School National Honor Society. This child care service is offered from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at CHS on voting day. Don’t worry about finding a babysitter; there will be plenty of games, books, and activities to keep your child entertained and happy while you vote.

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Saturday, April 18 If you want to do something proactive, amp up your resume, or are simply seeking volunteer hours, the Hudson Sustainability Committee will be hosting its Fifth Roadside Cleanup in celebration of this Earth Day in April. The committee invites you to come enjoy the fresh air, complimentary t-shirts, and free snacks as we put Hudson’s recyclables back into the cycle, one road at a time. Anyone interested in volunteering with us, mark your calendars for Apr. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Individuals as well as groups are welcome! Any length of time you can contribute is greatly appreciated. We are currently welcoming road suggestions. Please e-mail us at [email protected] with your ideas and/or if you’d like to RSVP to our Fifth Roadside Cleanup event.

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My name is Derek Barka and I am running for re-election to the Litchfield School Board. My wife, Becky, and I have lived in town with our two children for 10 years. I’d like to thank the community for your as well as your and engagement over my three year term. We are very fortunate to have great schools in Litchfield. Over 80 percent of our graduates go on to two or four year colleges. I am continuously inspired by the things I see our students doing - whether it’s a first grader presenting to an audience using the SmartBoard, a fourth grader filibustering at the State House, an eighth grader giving a poised graduation speech, a student explaining the code for his FIRST robot, a remarkable rendition of “The Wedding Singer,” or students working on U.S. Senatorial campaigns. The list goes on. It’s clear that the Litchfield School District is a wonderful place and the academic achievement and experiences born here are setting our students up for success. Over the last three years, the district has continued to move in a positive direction. After our math scores raised concerns, we’ve revamped the K-12 curriculum, added remedial and advancement programs at Litchfield Middle School, added programs at Campbell High School, added AP level courses, and added geometry as a graduation requirement to increase the expectations of our students. These changes are a work in progress, but the work being done by the district’s istration and staff is showing promise. As the Director of Engineering at a Manchester technology company, I know firsthand the importance of preparing our students in the STEM fields. I was a strong advocate for building the Griffin Memorial School computer lab and adding technology instruction at GMS. As a district, we need stronger STEM courses and introducing technology at GMS sets the stage for creating stronger programs at LMS and CHS. This past fall, Superintendent Cochrane and I toured West High School and learned about the STEAM Ahead program and the exciting opportunities it’s presenting West students. The program is in early stages, but it’s my vision that we can leverage proven, successful programs like this to create similar programs in Litchfield. I believe that our Schools are on the right path, but there is opportunity for improvement. I look forward to continuing to serve and helping move education ahead in Litchfield. I ask for your on March 10.

Hello Hudson voters it is that time of year again where we go out and pick our Selectman and town officers for the next three years for most offices. My Name is Norman Martin and I am running for one of the two open seats for Selectman in the Town of Hudson. I am writing this announcement to ask for your at the polls on March 10, 2015 starting at 7a.m. The time has come where I feel that change needs to be made on the board of selectman. Change in the way the selectman speak to the department heads that are presenting to the board, change in the way certain of the board speak to other selectman and how they treat them as well. When department heads are presenting information to the board they need to be heard and listened too because they are the professionals that the town has hired to get the information to the BOS and for the BOS to make an informed decision, I do not mean that you need to give them everything that they are asking for you just need to listen to the information and make an informed decision and not belittle them for you short comings. I feel that if you command respect, then you need to give the respect when talking to others, not only to selectman but to the people who put you in that office. There are some selectman that think that people do not watch the meetings that are televised live but you can bet your bottom dollar that we do and we pay attention when these meetings are taking place. I also feel that there needs to be more transparency when making money transfers in the budget. The people would like to know why we are transferring from one line item to the next so that we can be on notice for the next budget season when we are at the deliberative session. I think the transfers of any amount of money need to be made public but not given a public hearing. No good deed goes unpunished. I look forward to seeing all voters on election day March 10, 2015 at 7a.m. to come out and vote and me on the Ballot my name is Norman Martin I am the 5th name down on the list. Kind regards to all. Courtesy photos

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Be Prepared when You Get to the Polls submitted by Paul Inderbitzen, Town and School District First of all, I would like to thank those of you who participated in or watched the town and school deliberative sessions in January and February. If you have not 3-6 had a chance to view the re-broadcasts, Hudson there is still time to catch them on Hudson Cable TV or stream them to your computer. The discussions will help you to understand the issues that you are being asked to vote on at next Tuesday’s election. Also, you should watch the Junior Women’s Club Candidate Night to hear from those candidates who are asking for your vote. For voting on March 10, don’t forget to bring a photo ID to check in and get a ballot. ing who we are with a photo ID is becoming routine for so many things we do in our daily lives. Be assured, no eligible voter will be denied the right to cast a ballot at the polls. If you do not have an acceptable photo ID, you will need to sign a Challenged Voter Affidavit that will be witnessed by an election official. For those ed voters without photo ID who need to fill out an affidavit, please stop at the Supervisors of the

Check List before you go to the check-in tables. After the election, you will be ed by the secretary of state with a verification letter to confirm that you voted in the election. Local elections and warrant articles are the means for you to have a say in how the town and school district are run. By your participation in voting, you have a direct impact on how your tax dollars are spent. Please come out to vote on March 10 between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. at the Hudson Community Center on Lions Avenue. As election officials, we do our best to make the voting process as efficient and easy as possible. We appreciate the voters’ patience at the check-in as we follow the State required process. Please show your ID and state your name clearly to the ballot clerks so they can find it on the checklist and your name, ID, and address. We look forward to seeing as many voters as possible to select our local officials and decide what services we want the town and school district to provide.

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when you see the tape the control number is one hundred and sixty the write-in box is somewhat empty. who knows when four. Yes, someone did win the test election, but Paul and Patti Then maybe we will know who won that will be, the are keeping that a secret. Their concern by the end of the testing what before 11 p.m. scramble is for Monday is that that person won by the same number in each of the Here’s another behind-the-scenes the five machines. gem. You know how the ballot clerk and town clerk to By the way, this testing is open to the public to watch. Monday hands you, in this case, three ballots find whoever can it was only this writer and them, however. When it is a state and that you need for voting on the 10th? help set up the national election, a representative of the NH attorney general’s office Those all had to be collated, which polling site. checks the process and the machine. Relative to the process, look at is done throughout the week in the The the binder on each machine in the picture. Every time a machine is town clerk’s office, when no one is has held training touched, that touch and who made it must be recorded in the binder there to a car or dog or the for the ballot that travels with each machine. multitude of other clerks, even For the record, I touched thing people visit while it seems nothing, so my name is not in the office for. Like the same nice the binder. to pay your taxes people are You can see the or to get married there each and comparing his spreadsheet to (you need a license every election, the tape for the first machine for that too). On checking your tested. While Hudson uses Monday, next name off the four machines at the polls, week, the Hudson list and looking a spare is on hand, and all Community at your picture the machines can read both Center needs to on your driver’s town and school ballots. The be transformed license. Still, machine also can detect when from a basketball these people there is a write-in. You know court into a polling must be when someone --no names place. instructed before The counting machine is shown with the state-required logbook on mentioned-- puts ‘Mickey This Five machines are lined up for testing with Town Clerk Patti Barry and Town Paul each election. top of the recording tape. The preprogrammed card will be placed transformation is Mouse’ in for selectman, that When you vote Inderbitzen feeding the sample ballots into the first machine. in the front after the blue seal is taken off. ballot is sorted into a separate handled by the on Tuesday, think box inside the machine to Highway Department. No surprise there. All of all the energy that has been spend making your visit as quick and be hand counted when the machines are opened. All the ballots residents must have heard the road agent’s motto: “If it’s not on easy as it is. Everyone who made it to the end of this story must now are locked in the machine during the voting. Hudson uses four fire or illegal the highway guys will handle it. They get this quickfeel compelled to vote. it makes Hudson stronger to be machines, so the school and town are kept separate and no sorting change act completed in about a half a day with the voting booths led by the people that we collectively have decided are the best to is needed. Hopefully the main box in the machine is very full and all set and the tables in place. Now, if there is snow, and this year chart the direction of our town toward the future.

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average home’s taxes by $28 per year. Please read the information in this week’s paper, watch the deliberative session on HCTV, or ask questions of the of the BOS on Election Day. Richard J. Maddox, Hudson

Bringing a Common Sense Approach I’m pleased to announce my candidacy for the Board of Selectmen. As a lifelong resident of Hudson, I currently serve as a member of the Planning Board and as an alternate on the Zoning Board. Previously, I served several on the Planning Board and was elected to the former Town Council. During my tenure on the Town Council I participated in contract negotiations with the unions representing our employees. The impact of those negotiations required balance with fair compensation for the employees with consideration of the impact to the citizens who would be footing the bill. My employment background as a Financial Analyst preparing and analyzing budgets and proposals provides the necessary experience to address the financial needs of the Town and the impact to the tax rate. I am a fiscal conservative who is not afraid of making difficult decisions to ensure public services at a cost we can afford at a time where unemployment is high, the economy depressed and costs continuing to rise. Our Town Planner in conjunction with the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen has been working to revitalize the industrial parks within Hudson. Particular emphasis is being placed on Sagamore Industrial Park which has a significant number of vacancies. Those efforts include identifying uses for those vacant buildings that would complement the existing businesses, enhance employment opportunities and expand our tax base. A change to our Zoning Ordinance for the Industrial Zones would be mandated in order for that to happen and I would that effort. Transparency in our government should be paramount. Deliberations and decisions of the Board of Selectmen should be done in an open forum where the public can witness the issues being deliberated and the decisions reached. Lack of transparency can foster a climate of unethical behavior that is detrimental to us all. I will bring strong ethical standards, experience, common sense and a sound fiscal approach to problem solving and decision making for the town of Hudson. I respectfully ask for your vote. Marilyn E. McGrath, Hudson

Politics Under the Influence (of Money) Didn’t we do this last year? Wasn’t there an article on last year’s ballot with a resolution to get big money out of politics? Yes, Article 15 on this year’s Town Warrant is similar to one we ed last year, so I’d like to explain why it is on the ballot this year. Last year’s article was vague in its language, this year’s is direct. Last year’s gauged the interest of the town in ing with 54 other NH towns and municipalities in the state, and it ed by a large measure. This year’s, with its clarity of intent, should gain that much more if people pay attention and get out to vote. Of course I hope you will give careful consideration to all warrant articles and vote accordingly, but even if you vote on nothing else on the ballot please come out and vote in favor of this. The problem is 2-fold: first it is the culture of dependency on the part of our elected officials and second, the resulting disgust of the general public that we can actually change the situation. It isn’t a question of evil vs. good with that evil being much too strong to take up arms against. The following is an excerpt from Lawrence Lessig’s book: Republic Lost. “… the story … is ... : 1. We have a gaggle of good souls who have become dependent in a way that weakens the democracy, and 2. We have a nation of good souls who see that dependency, and assume the worst. The first flaw bends policy. The second flaw weakens the public’s trust. The two together condemn the republic, unless we find a way to reform at least one.” These warrant articles, which had enormous throughout the state on last year’s ballots, aim to do just that. Don’t let your vote be marginalized. Vote to put an end to the corrupting influence of large corporations and other organizations on our election process. Vote to make your vote as valuable as anyone else’s. That’s really what it’s all about. Will only the super wealthy have a voice or will we all have a say as the founders meant for it to be? We cannot look to our elected leaders to solve this since they are caught in the thick of the problem. (That is, none will be re-elected without the much needed funds.) The solution must come from ordinary citizens, like you and me. But it must be powerful enough to make a difference. An amendment to the constitution would have that power. There is a bill moving through the NH Senate now that would make NH the 17th state to call for an amendment to the constitution. Should it , a committee will be formed to work on the wording so we get it just right. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I hope you’ll also take the time to vote in favor of this resolution. Kate Messner, Hudson

Article 12 is a Win-Win I’m asking my fellow Hudson residents to town warrant article 12, the establishment of a Hudson Community Television Revolving Fund. Hudson Community Television is a free resource the town has long provided to all residents, businesses, and the school department to create informative, entertaining, and compelling local television programming. It is not associated with Comcast in any way, however the town does fully HCTV through franchise fees Comcast pays to the town --no property taxes are used. Article 12 will direct 80%, instead of the current 100%, of those revenues to HCTV and the remaining 20% will go the town’s general fund. This, in effect, will lead to lower property taxes if ed. It is a winwin situation for both HCTV and Hudson taxpayers. HCTV’s local programming is produced by numerous community volunteers and is available to everyone either on Comcast cable or by streaming it on the Internet. This article will benefit all residents, not just cable subscribers. School sports, parades, senior concerns, concerts, cooking, gardening, political discussions, and government meetings are just some of the areas that have been the subject of programs on HCTV. If you have an idea for a program, want to help others produce a show, or are just curious about what we do, come on down to the new HCTV Access Center at Benson Park. On March 10 please this valuable Hudson resource and lower taxes with a yes vote on Article 12. Mike O’Keefe, Hudson Cable Committee, Hudson

no law respecting an establishment of religion ... “or abridging the freedom of speech, or the press “... Our Founding Fathers’ intent was an unrestricted right whose main purpose was to protect political speech. This attempt by the radical left to diminish this right would result in turning it into nothing more than a ‘Fascist Dictate’ no longer a Constitutional right. One of the arguments they use is that it is to stop ‘big money’ from buying votes, but if they were sincere in this claim, why then do they only focus on one side of the political spectrum? They also assume that when you vote, you are not smart enough to recognize the attempt, after all when you vote it becomes your decision as to whether it happens or not, therefore I urge all to vote no on article 15 and continue to preserve this right. Jim Pacocha, Hudson

Cast a Vote for Perry for Selectman I, Steve Perry, would like to ask for your on March 10, for the three year Selectmen seat. I feel that my four years experience on the Board lends great stability and a sound common sense point of view. I look to continue being a strong voice that moves this town forward no matter the obstacles at hand. I will also always be the Selectmen I pledged to be and remain open and available to all the citizens of Litchfield, whether it be answering questions of current events, personal points of view, or just straight out venting. Please help me in continuing to serve this great community my family and I call home and cast a vote for Steve Perry on March 10. Steve Perry, Litchfield

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Pastor Heath Hits the Big 30 at New Life challenge, but it’s so much fun and I love doing it,” he said. Heath’s resume, as well as his words and his actions, bleeds for the mission of outreach in the community and throughout the world, which originated in the great commission in the New Testament of the Holy Bible. “I give the glory to God on that one,” Heath said about his ion for outreach and its origins. “Introducing people to a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ is the most important thing that any Christian can do, so I love doing it and helping others learn how to do it too.” Heath’s origins in his ministry at New Life began in outreach as he came to New Hampshire with the mission of helping plan a church in 1984. At the time he was an assistant pastor at Haverhill Alliance Church just after graduating from seminary. He then split his time between ministering in Haverhill and helping establish New Life. “They knew of my ion to do outreach. so they figured I would be the best guy to lead this new adventure. I was fresh out of seminary and had no experience planning a church, so I thought I would wing it and let God do the rest,” he said. In the beginning, New Life was renting out the church building off Route 101 A that is now Merrimack Valley Baptist Church. Then they moved through renting several locations before finding their current home in Hudson in 1996. They rented their building for the first nine years, and then purchased the building in 2005. After a year, Heath returned to Haverhill Alliance and Reverend Jim Henry took over as pastor of New Life. A few years later, Henry left New Life, and Heath felt a call from God to return to New Life so took over as the full-time pastor. The rest follows as part of New Life church history. Heath’s Christian walk began when he was 19 years old. “I met a pastor (Charles Flaesch) when I was 17 who taught me all about the Bible and introduced me to faith in Christ. I grew up in New York City, and my father was a cop and he retired and moved up into Catskill Mountains. As newcomers in the community he reached out to my family.” Soon after becoming a Christian, Heath received his calling to enter the ministry. “I was about 19 years old when I felt God was wanting me to combine my faith with my desire to help people. I went to Houghton College in western New York for my BA in biblical studies; then I came to Gordon/Conwell Theological seminaries in Hamilton, Massachusetts, for my master’s and doctorate.”

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by Tom Tollefson The environment at New Life Christian Church was alive with food, laughter, and fellowship as the Hudson church celebrated Pastor Ken Heath’s 30 years of service to them. About 150 of the 200 gathered at a luncheon to honor their church shepherd. “One of the remarkable things about being here is the unity of the people, genuine friendliness, the desire to grow spiritually in their faith, and the willingness to let me lead them to stretch their faith further,” said Heath. Words of love and positive attributes flowed from everyone’s lips when talking about their pastor. “He is determined to teach the truth of God’s word,” said Children’s Director Sandy Birr in a speech about Heath. “His commitment to speaking the truth in love is unwavering and unapologetic. He preaches clearly, comionately, and boldly. He has shown us what it means to stand strong,” New Life Church’s Secretary Karen Prescott gave a speech about

his day off and you need him he is always just a text or phone call away. His office door is always open and the traffic coming in and out of it never stops. I have come to know him as a shepherd that truly loves and protects his flock. There are so many roles that he plays that none of us will ever know of; his dedication to New Life is incredible.” Heath was commonly described as a gifted teacher, caring, creative, genuine, good counselor, outreach minded while balancing it all out with a good sense of humor. There were plenty of stories to go around to these positive attributes. “Our son wanted to get married in Florida, and he flew to Florida to perform the wedding on his own time,” said longtime parishioner Laurie Bonn. Mariann Heath, the pastor’s wife of 37 years, helps her husband with the church ministry behind the scenes. She helps with nursery duty during church, leads Bible studies, serves food, and assists with church istration duties. Longtime parishioner and elder Bob Barry described Heath as “certainly dedicated to the mission of outreach and taking the gospel to the community and the world.” Every year in the spring or early summer, Heath leads a group of 25-35 people from New Life and other sister churches on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Their mission is to assist in the construction of church buildings. Heath also started a daughter church in Manchester in 2000 and has begun planning another church in Lowell, Mass. “Starting new churches when you’re already the pastor of one is always a

Pastor Ken Heath enjoys the moment with wife Mariann at his 30th year anniversary luncheon on Sunday, March 1.

her seven years of working with Pastor Heath. She itted her prior perception of a pastor had been someone who was always serious and held themselves higher than others. She soon learned that Heath was quite different, possessing a great sense of humor and a down-to-earth comion to listen and serve others. “Throughout the past seven years I have seen the comion he has shown to so many people, the long hours he works, both in and outside the church, never on a schedule,” Prescott said. “If it’s

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Explaining Zoning Articles 2 & 4 With voting coming up on Tuesday, March 10, do you have all the information needed to make an educated vote on Zoning Articles 2 and 4? As a lifelong Litchfield resident in my early 30s, I believe these two articles are important and should be further explained. Article 4 - Accessory Dwelling Unit. Amended the zoning ordinance to increase the maximum size of each unit from 650 to 800 square feet. Accessory dwelling unit is most commonly known as an ‘in-law apartment.’ By extending the square footage of these units, the town is making it more adequate to have two occupants or one handicap occupant. Most residents in the town have been finding that 650 square feet is just too small for even one person to live comfortably. These units are not to be rented out, but can be used for family , caretakers (nurse, nanny etc) to live within the household, but have their own space. If you couldn’t live comfortably in a 650 square foot apartment, then make sure to vote yes to Article 4! Article 2 - Multi-family Residential Overlay. Do you know what it really means for this town? This is on the ballot because the town is required by law to have the opportunity for multifamily residences in Litchfield. Litchfield currently does not have any ordinances for multi-family housing. By establishing regulations to the multi-family housing, the town is controlling the location of future multifamily units. Multi-family housing will be limited to the areas of Litchfield which are included in the overlay district. These areas are in the north and south ends of town and include less than 20 percent of the total area of Litchfield. The land available for developments in these areas is limited due to actual land availability, the town will not be overrun by multi-family housing. Most of the land without residences is owned by the state, owned by the water company, owned by the town, or unusable. Multifamily lots will be required to have at least 200 feet of road frontage and two acres of land. If we do not adopt this ordinance, the town could be challenged by a developer who would then be granted the ability to build a multifamily anywhere in town! Multi-family housing is not a bad thing for this small town. There are many people that would benefit from these units; such as senior citizens, single parents, recent college grads and veterans. Limited income and/or student loan debt prevent some of these groups from being able to purchase single family residences. Just because this regulation es, that does not mean that multi-family housing is going to all of a sudden increase drastically in Litchfield. It just means the town will have a say in where these will be built and we are following the NH requirements. Your vote counts, so make sure you know what you are voting on!

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Hudson Needs to Renewable Resources We have been homeowners in the town of Hudson since 1986. Too often there have been concerns about brown-outs during times of high electricity usage. Perhaps more importantly, New England continues to experience some of the highest energy costs in the nation. This is, in part, due to an increasing reliance on fossil-fuel based electricity generation (namely, natural gas). We strongly believe that the town of Hudson needs to make a firm commitment to ing renewable energy resources as proposed in Warrant Article 14. The text of the Warrant Article is as suggested by the state of New Hampshire – Office of Energy and Planning: “Shall the town of Hudson, NH vote to adopt the provisions of NH RSA 72:61 through NH RSA 72:64 inclusively, which provide for an optional property tax exemption from the

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Asking for Consideration of Article 5 There are 27 part-time and full-time Secretaries who work for the Hudson School District. Our duties are varied depending on whether we are in the schools in the Main Office, School Counseling Office, Special Education Office, or at the Central Office. Answering phone calls, greeting visitors, preparing state reports, working on budgets, preparing college applications, and helping students in a variety of ways are just a few of our duties. We would like you to note the following: 2010-2011 – contract was not ed – no raise 2011–2012, 2012-2013, 2013-2014 – three year contract and we agreed to no raise 2014-2015 – one year contract and a 1.75% raise Note: We do not have steps in our contract Over five years we have received A 1.75% raise – average $132.60 per year Four years ago we presented to the School Board and the townspeople approved, a three-year contract with zero raises for three years. Our felt it was the right thing to do given the economy at that time. We live in the community and understand the challenges faced by our friends, family and neighbors. Last year a one-year contract was approved by the townspeople with a 1.75% raise. This year we are asking that you consider and approve our threeyear contract which consists of 3%, 2.75% and 2.75% increases. The total cost of this contract for next year would have a tax impact of 1 cent per $1,000 of valuation of your residence. The secretaries have agreed to drop the most expensive insurance plan to the district and require all to be on the less expensive HMO or select an Open Access plan that would save the district and the employee 7% on s. We believe we have presented an extremely modest contract. What this means is that if you have a house that is valued at $300,000 your taxes would increase by $3 for the year, a monthly cost of 25 cents. We love our jobs and enjoy working in the school district. We ask that you us by voting “yes” to Warrant Article 5. Sue Wright, President; Kathy Baronas, Vice-President and Kelly Fontaine, Treasurer, Hudson

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CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW FIRE STATION Shall the Town of Hudson vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $2,100,000 for the design and construction of a new fire station on Town-owned land located on Lowell Road, and authorize the issuance of $2,100,000 of bonds or notes in accordance with the provisions of Municipal Finance Act (RSA Chapter 33), and authorize the Board of Selectmen to issue and sell such bonds or notes and to determine the rate of interest thereon, and further raise and appropriate the sum of $74,600 for the purpose of paying 2015-2016 bond issuance cost and interest on said general obligation bonds or notes. Estimated tax rate impact $0.03. Warrant Article 2 represents the design and construction cost of a new fire station for South Hudson. This will replace the current facility located at 88 Burns Hill Road. As the Fire Department reviewed with the Capital Improvement Committee this year, there is a need to develop a long term plan for this facility. Station 4 - 88 Burns Hill Road • This station was built in 1981 and originally staffed by of the Call Department • In 2001 this station was opened 24 hours a day, seven days a week • This facility has not had any major updates since being opened • Currently operates on a private sewer and well, with an oil heating system Proposed Station 4 - 204 Lowell Road • Proposed facility would construct a modern fire station with much needed firematic functions • Proposed location would sit on Town owned property • New facility would have Town of Hudson water and sewer, with a natural gas heating system • New location s the Fire Department deployment plan • New location would offer an improved response district

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RENOVATION OF THE LENNY SMITH CENTRAL FIRE STATION Shall the Town of Hudson vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $900,000 for the purpose of renovating the Lenny Smith Central Fire Station and authorize the withdrawal of that sum from the unassigned fund balance. Zero (0) funds are requested from general taxation. Estimated tax rate impact $0.00. Warrant Article 9 represents the cost of renovating the Lenny Smith Central Fire Station. The Lenny Smith Central Fire Station was originally built as a three bay station with associated ing areas located on the second floor for approximately $54,000 dollars in 1952. This construction was ed by some 15,000 hours of volunteer labor supplied by the of the Hudson Fire Department. In 1978 a single story addition was added to the facility for the purpose of storing the ladder and tanker truck. The needs for the renovation to this facility have been well documented, starting with the 2007 facility study conducted by Pacheco Ross Architects. This year the Capital Improvement Committee was presented with a proposal for a replacement facility for Central Fire. With the development of the new Fire Department Emergency Response Plan, we have decided to propose a renovation to the current Lenny Smith Central Fire Station. Goals for this Renovation are: • Update the building envelope, roof, doors, and windows • Address life safety code concerns regarding a second means of egress to the second floor and an automatic sprinkler system • Provide updated locker facilities • Increase security within the facility • Improve protective clothing storage and decontamination area • Improve station accessibility for the public • Improve firematic areas (kitchen, training, and dormitory) • Update the electric and plumbing systems

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AMBULANCE REPLACEMENT Shall the Town of Hudson vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $200,000 for the purpose of purchasing a replacement ambulance and to authorize the withdrawal of $150,000 from the Ambulance Capital Reserve and to use $50,000 from the unassigned fund balance. Estimated tax rate impact $0.00. We are requesting to fund $150,000 of this purchase from the Ambulance Apparatus Capital Reserve Fund and the remaining $50,000 from the 2014-2015 unassigned fund balance. This ambulance will replace the 2006 Demers, which currently responds out of the Lenny Smith Central Fire Station and has 78,940 miles on it as of January 15, 2015. This replacement follows the Hudson Fire Department ambulance replacement schedule. Political ment paid for by the Hudson Firefighters Relief Association and the Professional Firefighters of Hudson Local #3154

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Hudson Candidates- continued from front page Jared Stevens is a member of the Alvirne High School class of 1999 and has lived in town for most of his life. He is the owner of Capri Pizza and has a background in construction management and has experience in contract negotiations. Budget Committee (three-year term): Ted Trost is a manager of a pharmaceutical company and a 13-year resident. He has served on the budget committee and was an on-call firefighter in town for 10 years. “I think if the people making decisions in town and the voters made decisions the way they make decisions on spending their family’s money, the town would be fine,” he said. Library Trustee (one position for a three-year term): Arlene Creeden has lived in town for over 30 years and raised four children while being active volunteering in various organizations throughout the community. She is seeking re-election for this position. Trustee of the Trust Funds (three-year term): Ed Duchesne has been a trustee in this position for the past 10 years, winning three previous elections. “I like to contribute my services to the town and enjoy it very much,” he said. School Board (one position for three-year term): Cheryl Cummings is a mother of two students in town. She hopes to help bring different ways of learning into the Hudson School District and help the town offer more afterschool programs. Ben Nadeau, a former selectman and longtime resident, is an Alvirne High School graduate with a degree in horticulture from UNH. His primary concerns for the district are the cost per pupil, building maintenance, and capital reserve. He believes the district should look to the future and take the course of five years to start saving for new buildings. “We did this in the town side and we should do this on the school side,” Nadeau said. Margaret Huard is a licensed public ant and mother. Her focus is creating a strong budget and helping to make the district more cost effective. “I’m really excited to have an opportunity to work with the school district and budget heads,” she said. The Candidates Debate the Issues School Side A total of 10 candidates attended the annual Meet the Candidates’ night on the evening of Monday, March 2, sponsored by the GFWC Hudson Junior Women’s Club and the Hudson Community Club. Paul Inderbitzen moderated the evening as the candidates each shared their reasons for running and answered tough questions. For the school board candidates, cutting budget costs while balancing the goal of increased educational opportunities became the focus. “Building maintenance is number one. We have to start protecting our assets,” Ben Nadeau said Both candidates encouraged a closer look in determining how necessary certain line items are to the district’s efficiency. They also both agreed to take a closer look at special education costs in general in deciding where to make cuts while continuing to providing the same services required legally for the needs of the students. Huard was focused on what the district would need to cut to help fiscal stability. One of the biggest line items she would take a closer

look at is the Aramark Contract. The district has been outsourcing two the aging Leonard Smith Fire Station, they had slightly different views managers and a secretary in the SAU building since 2002 through this on the solution. Martin, Stevens, and Brownrigg were ive of contract. The cost has totaled $400,000 a year. the new fire station proposed on the ballot, but the other candidates “When I look at other school districts, they seem to be getting the had concerns centering around the location. same management under one salary position for about $150,000,” “As we all know there is significant traffic delays on Lowell Road Huard said about her early stage of research in this matter, which she today, especially at peak hours in the morning and in the evening, and would take a closer look at in relevance to the budget if she were to my concern is that if there is some sort of emergency that requires the be elected to the board. Huard also stated that she would want to first fire department to empty out and run their trucks out and it’s at peak discuss these decisions with others in the district as she sought to work hour, we’re going to have a horrendous mess on our hands and a lot together. of unhappy people, so I haven’t decided yet how I’m going to vote,” Huard is not alone on her policy of efficient cost cutting without McGrath said. hindering the quality of education. Nadeau cited that in 1993 the Brownrigg believes the traffic lights at either end of Lowell Road budget was $19 million and now today it has increased to over $50 will help alleviate the traffic around the station. He believes the million, and that the district needs more efficiency within a thinner project will have a cost savings since the town owns the land it would budget. be built upon and no further work would be done to modify the Nadeau stated that a closer look needs to be placed on the size of plans since it will be an exact replica of the station in Londonderry. the SAU staff. He pointed out that the staff is larger today than it was However, Kahn believes upgrading fire stations in town would be a when Hudson and Litchfield were one school district. better solution. Huard is also open to using creative approaches Staff photos by Tom Tollefson “If you take a look at the number of calls that to assist students’ learning experiences. She stated happen on Lowell Road, a majority of them go to the that she is open to looking into peer mentoring nursing home. The staff at the nursing home is there in the schools. This would call for a classmate to to handle the situation for them. We own land on assist with a student who has mild academic or Musquash, not too far from the current fire station and social challenges in a way that would make the I would ask the Board of Selectmen if that piece of students feel more accepted and comfortable. land is sellable and developable why wasn’t it looked Town Side at to replace the Burns Hill (fire station)? We are going One of the many hot button issues for the to add response time to the residents on the south end candidates for Hudson Board of Selectmen was of Hudson,” said Luszey. growth. Martin responded with a rebuttal stating that Market Kahn believes the best decision is to let the Basket will be moving their parking lot 300 feet north free market decide without micromanaging it and and working with Haffner’s and Fairview Nursing allow business to be unharmed by government. Home to pay for the installation of another light. Luszey believes in looking to the zoning board One of the issues the candidates agreed upon was and planning board for advice on where to look transparency on the board of selectmen. They all Longtime Hudson Town for decisions on the placement of residential and want the board to be open with the public about key Paul Inderbitzen at the Hudson industrial use of natural resources in town. He also decisions that are made for the town and its residents. Candidates’ night sees transportation as being a key issue connected to “Why should we force our citizens to file RSA 91 the growth of Hudson. A requests; that’s the state’s right to know law. We shouldn’t have Manpower was another key issue. Stevens, Luszey, and McGrath to do that,” Kahn said. “Transparency in our government should be believed that eventually Benson Park would have to be maintained paramount. by paid staff instead of “overwhelming” the volunteers. “Volunteers “Deliberations and decisions of the board of selectmen should be are great, but it doesn’t always continue that way, and I think the done in an open forum where the public can witness the issues being town is going to have to look for money allotting to that towards the deliberated and the decisions reached. Lobbying for for future. I would hate to see them having to give a parking fee for using one’s ideas and votes should not take place outside of the selectmen’s Benson’s Park,” Stevens said. Martin, Brownrigg, and Kahn were more meeting room but in an open meeting. Lack of transparency can optimistic about keeping the park under the sole care of volunteers. foster a climate of unethical behavior that is detrimental to us all.” The candidates also believe that change is needed. “I think there Kahn believed the town should get creative and ask businesses to needs to be change,” Martin said in regard to the professionalism volunteer. and respect among town employees. “Change in the way people are One of the biggest cost items debated by the candidates was the spoken to, change in the way business is conducted by some of the proposal of the new fire station. This new project is up for vote on of the board of selectmen outside the chamber, and change in March 10 and will incur a cost of $2.1 million (reportedly covered in the way your hired hands are treated when they are presenting to you.” bonds). While all the candidates realized the need for a solution to

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by Marc Ayotte Yes, it’s tax season. And if you are one of those fortunate filers that gets money back every year from the ‘Tax Man,’ well, you were probably filing your return on Jan. 2. But for millions of Americans across the country, dealing with personal and business taxes are to say the least, very taxing. However, there is still time to get your tax return professionally prepared at very reasonable rates. Rhino Tax, located at 297 Derry Road The partnership between Ryan Carr (back) and Mike Mulrennan provides years of in Hudson, is the experience in the financial industry to their business, Rhino Tax, located in Hudson. place you want to consider; not only for your personal or business tax scenario, but for all your financial needs. You’ve seen the ads on television when the man dressed in a suit and bow tie entices Americans to ‘Get your billion back.’ A luring gesture by a spokesman representing a corporate giant. But do you know these people who will be preparing your taxes? Will you ever see them again before next year rolls around? Is their office conveniently located for an impromptu visit to discuss your personal financial needs in confidence and with expertise? Will someone from their company visit you at your home to discuss estate planning or insurance options? Will you be sure that the person sitting across the desk from you will have your best interest at heart, every step of the way? And just as important, will they keep a large chunk of that money ‘you left behind’ for services rendered? Ryan Carr and Mike Mulrennan formed Rhino Tax in 2012 with client advocacy as the cornerstone of the services they offer. According to Carr, he and Mulrennan have a symbiotic relationship reflecting their years of diverse experience in the financial industry. Carr was a managing director for Northwestern Mutual for the five years preceding the partnership, while Mulrennan has 30-plus years in the world of finance; specializing in business and individual taxes. Rhino Tax, has 1-stop availability for all your financial needs, and like their namesake, takes an aggressive approach to serving their clients. “Rhinos charge, they don’t graze,” offered Carr, adding “and it’s important that clients realize our aggressive service to benefit them.” Similarly, Mulrennan added with respect to the long-term relationships they develop with clients. “We are accurate, aggressive, and we want to keep you satisfied and keep you coming back every year.” Specific to clients’ tax situations, Mulrennan added; “you have to make the tax laws work for you.” “We have a very large electronic data base giving us quick access to client files. We speed up the process and get people results – we’re no frills here,” expressed Carr, who spends many evenings visiting clients at their homes to discuss individual or business concerns. The blue collar and highly accessible strategic approach is what aids in Rhino Tax keeping the cost of services to a minimum. “We’re unique,” offered Carr, adding, “we’re not going to nickel and dime you or double-dip you; we’re not like that. We are open, honest and upfront with people on how we conduct business and how we get compensated.” And with a vast network of financial tools, insurance and investment companies, and services at their disposal, it’s Mulrennan that paints the simple, client-oriented approach Rhino Tax implements: “We’re both lifelong local boys and want to help our neighbors succeed.” Call 685-3376 or visit the Rhino Tax website at: www.rhinotaxusa.com for a complete list of all the ways Ryan, Mike and the Eastern Financial Network can help you with your financial needs and goals.

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PUBLIC NOTICES TOWN OF HUDSON

MEETING AGENDA March 12, 2015

The Hudson Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a meeting on Thursday March 12, 2015, in the Community Development Paul Buxton Meeting Room in the basement of Hudson Town Hall (please enter by ramp entrance at right side). The public hearings for applications will begin at 7:30 PM, with the applications normally being heard in the order listed below. SUITABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE SENSORY IMPAIRED WILL BE PROVIDED UPON ADEQUATE ADVANCE NOTICE BY CALLING 886-6008 OR TDD 886-6011. The following items before the Board will be considered:

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Hudson Fire Log Sunday, February 22: 3:19 a.m. Difficulty breathing, Lowell Road. 5:02 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Lowell Road. 5:23 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Charles Bancroft Highway (L). 6:37 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Charles Bancroft Highway (L). 8:26 a.m. Difficulty breathing, Lowell Road. 10:46 a.m. Assist citizen, Constitution Drive. 12:25 p.m. Alarms in building, Richman Drive. 1:18 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Lowell Road. 1:31 p.m. Fall related injury, Canterbury Court. 1:38 p.m. Stroke, Lowell Road. 1:41 p.m. Gasoline spill, Fox Hollow Drive. 5:52 p.m. Arcing wires, Webster Street. 7:21 p.m. Fall related injury, Maple Avenue. 9:02 p.m. Illegal burn, Shadowbrook Drive. Monday, February 23: 1:58 a.m. Odor investigation, Executive Drive. 8:09 a.m. CO detector activation, Pinewood Road. 8:51 a.m. Mutual aid Engine, Litchfield. 8:52 a.m. Mutual aid Ambulance, Litchfield. 9:59 a.m. Box alarm, Bockes Road. 2:13 p.m. Odor investigation, Riviera Road. 4:45 p.m. Difficulty breathing, Derry Road. 4:57 p.m. Unknown medical, Stark Lane (L). Tuesday, February 24: 12:12 a.m. Mutual aid Ambulance, Londonderry. 4:05 a.m. Abdominal pain, Musquash Road. 5:34 a.m. Difficulty breathing, Lowell Road. 6:41 a.m. Assist citizen, Parkhurst Drive. 7:09 a.m. Odor investigation, Ferry Street. 7:24 a.m. Unconscious person, Cedar Street. 8:08 a.m. Assist citizen, Greeley Street. 11:38 a.m. General illness, Watts Drive. 3:08 p.m. General illness, Lowell Road. 3:18 p.m. Cardiac arrest, Coll Street.

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Discussion of any Town/State Activity of Interest to the Board.

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by Marc Ayotte The inaugural season of the Alvirne-Pelham Avalanche came to a successful conclusion at Skate 3 on Saturday, Feb. 28 when they defeated the combined forces of Hollis-Brookline-Derryfield www.dumontsullivan.com (D-II) by a score of 2-1 on Senior Night. Goalie Curtis Richall backboned the defensive effort, posting 13 saves while Bryce Blanchard and Doug Herling provided all the offense needed, with a goal apiece. The Avs finished the year with a 5-13 record, and according to Assistant Coach Rich Dental Their applications are varied Nolan, proved they could play competitively in Implants are depending upon the individual's NH Division I hockey. an exciting particular need. They may be Prior to the opening face-off, Avalanche seniors treatment used to replace a single tooth Ryan Gamst, Patrick DeVito (A), Matt Lubinski, option that without the need to involve Cam Blake (C), Brett Pitre, Brad Brock, and Devin has changed adjacent teeth, or they may be Herling were recognized in a brief ceremony that the lives of used in connection with other included a photo op with each player and their many natural teeth as an abutment respective family . people. (anchor) for a fixed bridge. The Avalanche’s regular season finale got off to People that Without such, a removable tough start when they fell behind on an H-B-D presently wear complete or denture is the only alternative. unassisted goal from Connor Glosner with 8:04 partial dentures, or have one Implants may also be placed showing on the clock. The Warriors shot from the or more missing teeth, are underneath a complete denture left face-off circle caromed off Richall’s stomach good candidates for dental to allow for positive mechanical and found its way into the net. implants. retention, where otherwise there Parameters that determine Still trailing 1-0 in the second stanza, the is none. the feasibility of implants for an It takes a dedicated team of Avalanche tied things up on a Pelham Connection individual must be carefully professionals made up of a goal at the 9:09 mark. Blanchard lit the lamp with assessed. A through medical dentist, an oral surgeon, and his team-leading 11th goal of the season with the history and consultation, as you for successful implantology. assist going to line mate and schoolmate, Bobby well as a complete dental You must be committed to Haverty. A minute and a half later, the Alvirne examination including models excellent oral hygiene. Regular Connection put the Avs ahead to stay when Doug and other diagnostic tests are professional dental care is Herling scored, assisted by Brett Pitre. necessary. necessary, since the ing After the somewhat shaky start between the The greatest advantage of structures around the implant pipes, Curtis Richall settled in and rejected the rest implants is they are fixed like may become diseased if not of the shots the Warriors fired at him. Richall’s natural teeth and allow for maintained properly. 4-13 record in the crease was deceiving, as permanent replacement of the Avs’ goalie played a major role in keeping teeth. many games closer than they otherwise would

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Hudson~LitchfieldSports Four Broncos Place at Wrestling States and Meet of Champions by Marc Ayotte For the second week in a row, four Alvirne grapplers rose to the occasion, battling the best of the best in statewide competition and earning medals for their respective efforts. Most recently, at the Meet of Champions (MoCs) held at Nashua North High School, Taylor Thyne (120, 3-2), Nick Milinazzo (126, 3-2) and Evan Manning (182, 3-2) earned third-place finishes, while teammate Cam McClure (2-3) turned in a sixth-place finish in the 106 weight class. In the team competition, Alvirne finished tied for ninth in the 33-school field representing all three divisions in NH wrestling. One week earlier at the other Nashua High School location, the same four Broncos competed at the Division I State Championships and qualified for the MoCs by way of their topsix finishes. McClure, Milinazzo and Manning each posted 3-1 marks on their way to third-place finishes. But it was Thyne (2-1), the only AHS wrestler to reach the championship bracket finals, who recorded the best showing of the day with his second-place medal. Thyne defeated highly touted Londonderry wrestler Tyler Byrd for the second straight week. This time, ‘T.T.’ derailed the Lancer in the semis by a 6-0 decision, before losing a hard-fought and slim 7-6 decision to Bedford’s Ben Dow in the title bout. In the 106 weight class, McClure capped-off a stellar freshman season with an impressive showing in the tournaments. Highlighting his performance at the states was a 7-0 blanking of Kevin Robischeau (Londonderry) in the consolation finals. McClure’s sole loss on the

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Hudson~LitchfieldSports Bronco freshman Cam McClure (106) gives his best against MOC runner-up Mark Hoyt of Concord.

Alvirne’s Taylor Thyne defeats Londonderry’s Tyler Byrd at both the D-I states and Meet of Champions. day came in the championship bracket semi-finals when he suffered a 4:48 pin by eventual champion, Mark Hoyt of Concord. After missing the final regular season meet at the Cavalier Classic, Nick Milinazzo (126) returned to enjoy a fine showing at the states. The Bronco sophomore turned in a 3-1 record highlighted by an 8-6 decision win against Exeter’s Nick Brooks in the consi-finals. At 182 pounds, it was Evan Manning who became the third wrestler to take home a third-place medal. The senior stalwart also posted three wins against a single loss with his spotlight victory coming against Londonderry’s Sebastian Roszcenko in the form of a 3-2 overtime decision, also in the consolation finals.

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Hudson~LitchfieldSports Bergeon and Smarse Sizzle on Senior Night

by Marc Ayotte In the regular season finale on Feb. 26, a first-quarter offensive eruption paved the way for a Campbell 73-63 win over visiting Raymond on Senior Night in the Cougar Den. With the win, Campbell closed-out the regular campaign with an impressive 14-4 mark leaving a five-team log jam for fourth place in the Division III standings. However, as a result of the NHIAA tie-breaking system, Campbell was awarded the number 5 seed and will host number 12 Mascoma Valley on Thursday, March 5. 2015 CHS senior basketball players, team managers and Spirit Team , (front, from left): Valerie Hubbard, Leading the Cougars were seniors Carly Mosnicka, Sabrina Noury and Megan Lacasse; (back): Meaghan Coughlin, Tyler Brennen, Christian Kamacho, Zach Bergeon and Andrew Smarse Kyle Manning, Zach Bergeon, Ryan Glendye, Andrew Smarse, Justin DiBenedetto and Jordyn Rochon. who combined for 53 points for frame. In echoing sentiments similar to Bergeon’s, Smarse said of his the game as CHS jumped out to an big night in the season finale: “I felt great to score my career high on explosive 25-14 lead after the first eight minutes of play. Bergeon my senior night in front of all the friends and family.” poured-in 13 points in the opening quarter with the first two of his In addressing the team’s approach to the state season-high 31 points, starting things off just 17 seconds after the tournament, Smarse shared his thoughts: “I feel like our team is very opening tip. His shot received the hometown roll on the rim and mentally prepared for the post season this year, and we will just tickled the twine for a 2-0 lead. And save for a 14-14 tie late in the need to keep working hard in practice because our coach says we quarter, that’s as close as the Rams would get. win games in practice.” For Bergeon, it was a fitting way to finish his regular season career Prior to the NHIAA’s announcement of the tournament pairings, in the Cougar Den. “It felt great to play like I did on senior night Bergeon offered his thoughts regarding the post season: “Looking in front of all my family and friends. It’s definitely a game that I forward we are all on the same page, taking it game by game. We will never forget,” recounted last year’s D-3 runner-up Player of the are hoping to at least have one and maybe two home games and Year. And in the selfless style that reflects his leadership role on the make it back to SNHU (Southern New Hampshire University). Our perennial powerhouse, Bergeon added; “and most importantly we ultimate goal is to win a state championship.” got the ‘W.’” And after the tournament brackets were announced on March Another senior raising the roof on ‘his’ night was Andrew Smarse. 2, the Cougars road to the Final Four at SNHU will include at least The Cougar guard did in fact enjoy his finest offensive output in a one home game but will take an upset of number 4 Newport by CHS uniform, dumping in a career high 22 points. Smarse scored the winner of the ‘play-in’ game between number 13 Raymond and nine of those points in the pivotal third quarter that saw the Cougars number 20 Sanborn to ensure a quarterfinals game in The Den. expand its nine-point half-time lead to 14, heading into the final

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