Suncook Valley Business Directory
Suncook Valley » Home
» Business Directory
» NH Classifieds
» NH Obituaries
» Suncook Valley Sun Archives
» Advertise
» Contact

  Suncook Valley.com Serves the Towns of:

Barnstead, Chichester, Epsom, Gilmanton, Northwood, and Pittsfield NH

Submit NH Classifieds, Events, Notices, and Obituaries to [email protected].


Home

Barnstead

Chichester

Epsom

Gilmanton

Northwood

Pittsfield

 

Classifieds

 

Business Directory

 

Advertise

 

Contact

 

Suncook Valley Sun Historical Archive

 

(note: we are NOT affiliated with the Suncook Valley Sun Newspaper.





 

 











 

 

 

Barnstead NH News

October 15, 2014

The Suncook Valley Sun News Archive is Maintained by Modern Concepts. We are NOT affliated in any way with the Suncook Valley Sun Newspaper.



 

REMINDER

 

Barnstead Parks and Recreation presents its third annual Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 25, 2014 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm in the parking lot at Barnstead Elementary School.  This is a free event for all little ones and school aged children through grade four.  Parking begins at 3:30 pm.  Starting at 4:00 pm, kids can enjoy games and activities in the safety zone while vehicles are parking and setting up.  “Trunk” or treating will follow the costume contest and games and activities hour, at approximately 5:00 pm.  Parks and Rec will gladly accept donations of candy from the community.  Finally, we are in need of volunteers to assist with parking and concessions.  Please contact us on Facebook or at [email protected] to volunteer, arrange for donations or with any questions.  Happy Halloween!

 


 

Pumpkin ‘N’ Pine Fair

 

Be sure to mark your calendar so you don’t miss the kickoff to the holiday season on Saturday, November 1.  Visit the Pumpkin ‘n’ Pine Fair at the Congregational Church of North Barnstead at 504 North Barnstead Road in Center Barnstead from 9 AM to 2 PM. 

 

There will be a cornucopia of irresistible items—something for everyone on your Christmas list: crafts, seasonal decorations, collectibles, and beautiful handmade items from Ghana.  There is even a Birds and Bloom Table with gifts for your favorite nature or garden-lover.  Take home some delicious jams, jellies, or pickles from the Kitchen Table and choose from wonderful pies, breads, and other goodies on the Bake Table. 

 

The highlight of the fair is the silent auction, offering unique items including charming antiques, special gifts for children, decorative home items, certificates for local services, and lots more.  Bid high and bid often!

 

A really spectacular nature-themed queen-sized quilt, made by members of the CCNB Women’s Fellowship, is being raffled off.  It is currently on display at the Chichester Country Store and will be on display at this fair.  Tickets may be purchased at either location.  The drawing will take place at the church on Sunday, December 14, just in time for Christmas.

 

Stop by the Schoolhouse Café for a snack or lunch and enjoy some good home cooking while you chat with your friends, consult your shopping list, and show off your special finds.  You might want to make one more pass at the goods on offer before you go on your way!

 


 

Oscar Foss Memorial Library News

 

Touch a Truck Saturday, October 18th from 10:00am to 12:30pm (to be held at the Barnstead Recreation area located behind the Police Department)

 

Touch a Truck provides a unique opportunity for children to explore all types of vehicles – fire, police, medical services, construction, military, snow control, and more. Children who visit the library during the event can enter a free raffle for a brand new multi-function tablet. This event is hosted by the Oscar Foss Memorial Library and the Barnstead Police Department. Complimentary pizza and soft drinks will be provided by Patriot Pizza.

 

NH Cemeteries & Gravestones

On Friday, October 24th there will be a presentation about NH cemeteries & gravestones at the Barnstead Town Hall at 7pm. The rubbings, photographs, and slides illustrate the rich variety of gravestones to be found in our own neighborhoods, but they also tell long-forgotten stories of such historical events as the Great Awakening, the Throat Distemper epidemic, and the American Revolution. Find out more about these deeply personal works of art and the craftsmen who carved them with Glenn Knoblock, and learn how to read the stone “pages” that give insight into the vast genealogical book of New Hampshire. This presentation is sponsored by the Barnstead Historical Society and the Oscar Foss Memorial Library, with funding provided by the New Hampshire Humanities Council.

 

Breast Cancer Awareness 

Tiffany Fuller, MS, of the NH Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library on Thursday, October 23rd at 6:30pm for a discussion about breast cancer awareness and the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program. Join us to learn more about this program and the free breast and cervical cancer screening it provides for women who meet certain guidelines. 

 

After School Library Club

The Oscar Foss Memorial Library has begun an After School Library Club for Barnstead children in grades K-8. Children in grades K-3 are invited the first Tuesday of each month at 4pm and children in grades 4-8 are invited on the third Tuesday of each month at 4pm. The After School Library Club is a free program offered to all Barnstead residents. Sign up is not required, so join us for lots of special activities and fun!

 

Please call the library (269-3900) or visit our website (oscarfoss.org) for more information about these or any of our other programs or events. There is always something happening at the Oscar Foss Memorial Library! Library Hours are: Monday; 2pm-8pm, Tuesday & Wednesday; 10am-5pm, Thursday; 5pm-8pm, Friday; 2pm-5pm, Saturday; 9am-Noon.   

 


 

Letter To The Editor

 

I would strongly urge everyone in Barnstead to consider Bruce Marriott for State Representative.

 

I ran for the office in 2006 & 2008 but Bruce is much more qualified than me and certainly a better choice than his opponent.

 

Most of you probably know him from Salty Dog Pottery or as trustee for our town library. He has a long history of public service with UNH Cooperative Extension, and as Gilmanton Selectman. He is also a good neighbor and just plain nice guy.

 

It all comes down to what you expect from your State Representative and government in general. If you believe, as I do, that there is a role for government to play in things like education, the environment, and infrastructure Bruce should be your choice. If, on the other hand, you believe in starving the government, raising tuitions, cutting every program regardless of its value, maybe his Republican opponent is for you.

 

Government is just a matter of who we elect. Government CAN work for us but requires candidates that believe it can and are willing to put all efforts toward that goal.

 

Bruce will work hard at making our state government work for us.

 

Kenny Bourbeau,

Barnstead

 


 

Letter To The Editor

Vote for Common Sense on Nov. 4

 

Vote for your own best interests, vote for Bruce Marriott for NH State Representative (Barnstead), District 7.  Bruce will listen to and serve all the people in his district.  

 

Bruce is well educated and well qualified for this office.  He has lived in New Hampshire for 40 years and the last 22 years in Barnstead.  He graduated from University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a BS in Animal Science and later a MS in Resource Economics.  He has taught high school, and worked at UNH Cooperative Extension for the past 30 years before retiring.  He also has experience in local, town government, having served as a selectman in Gilmanton for 8 years before moving to Barnstead.  Currently he is serving as a Trustee for Barnstead’s Oscar Foss Memorial Library.

 

Bruce is for affordable healthcare for all and for women’s rights to make their own decisions regarding their health.  Bruce believes it is crucial that we provide quality, public education for all our citizens to ensure the economic growth of New Hampshire, and the only way we can achieve this is by having a government that protects its citizens through practical laws and regulation.  We need to bring our town and state forward to, not just economic stability, but to economic leadership and ensure the wellbeing and happiness of our citizens.  So vote for Bruce Marriott!

 

Kathy Jenks

Barnstead

 


 

Letter To The Editor

 

Dear Editor, 

I write in response to a letter by Diane St. Germain wherein Ms. St. Germain has misrepresented all of my votes in the New Hampshire House of Representatives.  I have consistently voted to protect the taxpayers by opposing unfunded state mandates, as well as programs that cost far more than the value of any benefit they might deliver.  Ms. St. Germain stated that I voted to legalize excessive interest on consumer loans.  That is not true.  I did vote to allow the free market, capitalism to set interest rates based on market conditions, a borrower’s credit worthiness, as well as what was pledged to collateralize the loan.  I strongly believe in free market conditions.   A truly free market rewards hard work and encourages fiscal responsibility.

 

My votes in the New Hampshire House of Representatives have directly benefited the citizens of Barnstead. The votes encourage free market solutions instead of government solutions.  I feel it’s wrong and unfair for taxpayers to fund programs that are better handled by private sector solutions at a far lower cost.

 

To the contrary of Ms. St. Germain’s assertions, my free market solutions help to create jobs and grow the economy by getting the government out of people’s way and allowing business to flourish.  As President Reagan said, “the most dangerous words in the English language are: I am from the government and I am here to help you.”  I agree with President Reagan and work every day to protect the taxpayers, grow the New Hampshire economy and provide a better life for my constituents.

 

Ms. St. Germain is correct on one point, candidates at the bottom of the ballot do have a huge impact on our families.  I respectfully ask for your vote on Tuesday, November 4.

 

Thank you for your consideration.

 

Rep. Guy Comtois

 


 

Letter To The Editor

 

To the Editor:

I would like to thank the voters of Alton, Barnstead and Gilmanton for their support in the September 9, primary elections. I would also like to thank every one who did get out to vote for their Candidate’s. As we move toward the general elections, I will ask for your support again, for myself end for all the Republican candidates. Most importantly,we need to take back the Governors office to get our state economy moving in the right direction. As your Representative in Concord, I will follow our Republican party platform and the NH Constitution when voting for what is the right legislation for all citizens of NH. Thank you again, I look forward to serving you in the NH House of Representatives.

 

Raymond Howard, Jr.

 


 

Letter To The Editor

 

Dear Editor,

I would like to tell you about my friend, Representative Guy Comtois. I’ve known Guy for over 20 years. He has been instrumental in forming the Barnstead Farmers and Gardeners Network, and has contributed to the ongoing success of our annual Open Farm Day.

 

As a leading member of the Environment and Agricultural Committee, Guy has sponsored or co-sponsored several pieces of legislation that positively impact consumers, producers, the economy and the environment. Guy has reached across the aisle and received unanimous bipartisan support in both the NH House and Senate. His legislation has gone on to be signed by the Governor.

 

Guy sits on the UNH Belknap County Advisory Board, which promotes nutrition for low-income families, 4-H programs, Forestry, Good Land Stewardship and Agriculture. He has supported local food pantries and the Meals-on-Wheels program. His farm’s annual Festival of Trees is now in its 4th year, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Greater Lakes Child Advocacy Center in Laconia.

 

I ask that you consider the values that Guy has consistently demonstrated over the years. I believe that he is the best person to represent us in Concord. I hope that you do too. Please give Guy Comtois your vote on November 4th. Thank you.

 

Respectfully submitted by,

Don Walker

Barnstead

 


 

Letter To The Editor

 

Did you know that NH has one of the most representative state governments in the country? The NH House is the third largest parliamentary body in the English speaking world, with 400 members! Do you know who is running for your state representative in Barnstead?  Who is representing you? Do you want someone who has voted against funding for domestic violence programs and voted for repealing prevention programs for at-risk children? Or someone who voted for relaxing laws protecting the elderly from insurance fraud or who voted against funding to restore the program which helps seniors and the disability community connect with valuable community resources? This is the voting record of Barnstead’s current representative. Do you want a rep who voted to reduce the cigarette tax and for a corporate tax giveaway to Big Tobacco? Our current representative does not represent me or the best interest of the people of NH. Lucky for us, we have a choice. My choice is Bruce Marriott. Bruce will be focused on passing legislation that will move New Hampshire forward for all our citizens, and not be driven by simple slogans, narrow agendas, or by moneyed special interests. He believes in a representative government that protects its citizens, ensures equal opportunity for education, and offers assistance to those who most need it. I have had the privilege of serving with him on the library board of trustees and I have seen his integrity and his thoughtful, reasoned decision making in action. He consistently seeks to serve the best interests of the town. I expect he will represent me and I believe he will represent the majority of Barnstead citizens who want their state government to work toward the common good. Vote for someone who will speak for you in Concord.

 

Suzanne Allison

Barnstead

 


 

Oscar Foss Memorial Library Trustees Notes

 

The Board of Trustees of the Oscar Foss Memorial Library (OFML) announces that they have accepted, with deepest regret, the resignation of the library director, Sharon Archambault.  As many Barnstead residents know, Sharon came to OFML not quite 18 months ago and took an excellent and well-loved small town library and turned it into an extraordinary “new and improved” center of programs, clubs, activities, resources, and, of course, books, information, and technology. Sharon was quick to engage other local groups and organizations and has partnered with several to obtain grants, programs, books, and more. While the board regrets her departure, they wish her all the best in her new endeavors in MA where she and her family are headed and know that because of her leadership, the OFML is poised to continue to be a fabulous community resource and town centerpiece.  The board invites all Barnstead residents to stop by the library this week to thank Sharon for her amazing work and to say good-bye and good luck. Sharon’s last day is Saturday, October 18th which is also the final day of the Book Sale and the day the library offers the “Touch a Truck” event.  So stop by and celebrate Sharon’s work and the treasure that is OFML. There is something for everyone at the library - check it out!

 


Obituaries


 

Gladys Mae Benson

 

Gladys Mae Benson, 86, former of Lynn and Saugus, MA, died Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at Concord Hospital in Concord.

 

Born in New London, CT she was the daughter of Edward W. and Maude A. (Ellis) Doten.

 

Gladys was devoted to her family.

 

Survivors include her son Warren E. Benson and his partner Mark Schon; a daughter Pamela J. Benson; two grandchildren, Gregg A. Stockman and Amanda L. Gardner and her husband Michael; seven great grandchildren; Caylin, Evan, Seth, Michael, Brady, Tyra and Eric; and several beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.

 

She was predeceased, in 2008, by her husband A. Warren Benson; her three brothers Edward Doten, Robert Doten and Alfred Doten; and by her sister Virginia Sullivan.

 

A funeral service took place  on Friday, September 26, 2014, at the Bennett Funeral Home, Concord.

 

Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Saugus, MA at the convenience of the family.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the CRVNA Hospice House Program, 30 Pillsbury St., Concord, NH 03301.

 

The Bennett Funeral Home of Concord is in charge of the arrangements.

 

Messages of condolences may be offered at http://www.bennettfuneral.com/

 


 



 

 











 

 

 

SiteMap | Home | Advertise | NH Classifieds | About

 

Copyright © 2007-2019 Modern Concepts Website Design NH. All Rights Reserved.

 

NH Campgrounds | NH Events

We are NOT affliated in any way with the Suncook Valley Sun Newspaper