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Pittsfield NH News

May 25, 2011

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2011 Memorial Day Observance


On Thursday, May 26th at 9:00 am, the American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75 will be placing flags over our departed comrades in Floral Park Cemetery.  Anyone desiring to help place flags over departed comrades, please contact Post 75 Vice Commander Merrill Vaughan at 344-0264. The annual Memorial Day observance will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2011 beginning with our annual church service to be held this year at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church at 9:30 am.  At 1 pm at the War Memorial in Dustin Park on Main Street, we will hold our observance.  Our guest speaker will be New Hampshire District 17 State Senator, Jack Barnes.  Questions can be directed to Merrill Vaughan, Vice Commander at 435-5207 or 344-0264.




Those Celebrating Birthdays are: May 25, Tina Metcalf, Martha, Bryant, Lynn McLaughlin, Stephanie Tuttle; May 26, David Daley; May 27, Chad Cates, James Bond, Sr., Scott Brown; May 28, Ashley Morgan, Julee Worthen; May 30, Dick Burley.

A Very Happy Birthday To One and All!



Those Celebrating Anniversaries are: May 29, Corine and Leon Miller.

Congratulations!



Congratulations to Joseph Stockman of Pittsfield, NH who received a Master of Business Administration during the 2011 Graduate Commencement at Quinnipiac University on May 15.



It is time once again to pick Pittsfield’s Citizen of the Year.  Please submit the name of your nominee and the reasons he/she should be named Citizen of the Year to:  Citizen of the Year, PO Box 173, Pittsfield, NH 03263.

Deadline for nominations is June 15th.


 

School Lunch Menus
May 30 - June 3, 2011


PMHS

Monday - (No School)

Tuesday - Pizza, corn, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Chop suey, salad, bread, baked dessert, milk.
Thursday - Chicken, fries, veggies, fruit, milk.
Friday -  Burgers, roll, lettuce, tomato, cheese, fruit, milk.

 


 

Tilton School Inducts Student Into National Honor Society


Claire Cortese ’12 of Pittsfield, N.H., was inducted into the Tilton School chapter of the National Honor Society. Juniors and Seniors who have been in attendance at Tilton School for at least a full year and who have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.3 while at the School are eligible for selection to the society.


Tilton School maintains an active chapter of the National Honor Society. The purpose of this organization, which was founded in 1921, is to recognize the accomplishments of secondary school students in the areas of academic achievement, leadership, service and character development.


Tilton School is an independent, coeducational, boarding and day school in Tilton, N.H., serving students in grades 9 through 12 and post-graduates.  Tilton’s curricular model stresses the acquisition of skills, knowledge and understanding in five areas:  communication, critical thinking, community, creativity and character.  Tilton School believes in the power of each student’s individual potential for lifelong personal success
and service. 

 


 

Pittsfield Seniors Learn Real-World Skills And Give Back To The Community
Submitted By: Carin J. Plante


This spring, Pittsfield Middle High School students in the English 12 classes are getting more than reading and writing skills, they are gaining valuable life experience through a project they have to complete before June 1, while positively impacting their community.
The assignment asks that each student identify a need in their school, town, or larger community, then create, plan, and implement a community service project that addresses that need. Students must write a formal proposal and present it to a panel chosen by both the student and their teacher, which could be made up of students, community members, teachers, or administrators. This meeting must happen prior to the student’s putting his project into motion. They are expected to consider projected outcomes, timeline, budgeting, fundraising, managing volunteers, as well as evaluating the project after completion. While students will spend a good deal of time reading, writing, and speaking - all typical tasks for English class - they will also be developing invaluable work and life skills: teamwork, planning, reporting, managing time and budget, confidence, working with outside resources, and much, much more.


Students must avoid duplicating programs that already exist; this must be a project of their own design as much as possible to demonstrate the identified skills. They are completely responsible for every aspect of the project, including setting their own deadlines, finding funding, volunteers, getting permission for resources, communicating with school or town officials, etc.


This is the third year this project has taken place at Pittsfield Middle High School, and each year students generate incredible ideas and projects. This year’s students are working on the following: elderly visitations, teen pregnancy, an umpire clinic, helping middle schoolers transition to high school, starting an agricultural club, working with the elementary school after-school program on gardening, a good Samaritan project and blogsite, assessing the options in the school cafeteria and what students eat, starting a gaming club, a youth basketball clinic (for elementary aged students), collecting donation of music equipment to donate to children’s hospitals, veterans awareness and education, mentoring and volunteering at the elementary school, starting an outdoor club, and a two-day middle school basketball clinic. Many projects involve raising awareness by writing articles for local newspapers and media, as well as providing quality after-school activities for PMHS students.


For more information on this project, you can email [email protected] or call the school at (603) 435 – 6701.

 


 

Pittsfield Historical Society May Program


The Pittsfield Historical Society was very fortunate in being able to have its May program at Doug Towle’s Historical Setting on Frisky Hill in Gilmanton.  A special thanks goes out to Doug and his able tour guides:  Diana Avery, Susan Barr and Audrey Humphrey for their in-depth explanations of furniture, settings, and construction in the main dwelling.  Also assisting in keeping our group well fed with great snacks was Margaret Towle. 


We had over 80 people who participated in the tour of the main dwelling, which included the 1665 House, the Ell and the Lean-to.  Prior to the tours, Doug did an excellent presentation of how the property and where the buildings were acquired and also told stories about his other restorations and the people who resided there.  Because of the size of our group, several separate tours were conducted.  Those awaiting tours were encouraged to visit the Barn, Corn Crib, the Water Tower and the one room School House.

 


 

Letter To The Editor


I wish to thank all the people from the Josiah Carpenter Library, Historical Society and the Pittsfield Food Pantry, who nominated me for the Joseph D. Vaughn Award presented by the State Committee on Aging and EngAGING, NH  It is wonderful to know that my services are appreciated.


I consider it a great honor to be chosen as the recipient for the County of Merrimack.  As was pointed out during the awards ceremony, the twelve New Hampshire recipients have volunteered thousands of hours and have made many great contributions to each respective county by providing services, guidance, warmth and love.  One recipient even saved another person’s life.  Also remember, the twelve recipients ranged in age from the middle sixties to ninety -nine.


Again I say thank you.
Ruth Strickhart

 


 

Letter To The Editor


Dear Pittsfield Taxpayer:
My on-going aim and priority as a servant within our community has always been to do my best at keeping you informed on budgetary and expenditure matters throughout the year. My reasoning is simple – good sound judgment is impossible with inadequate and/or inaccurate information. Well informed citizens lend to well-balanced fiscal decisions.


At March Town Meeting, you the people voted to support the Budget Committee’s budget proposal. Additionally, you the people voted not to add money back to the departmental operating budgets as proposed by the Board of Selectmen. Lastly, careful consideration was given by you the people to all capital reserve and capitol outlay items prior to your vote on those items.


According to the Minutes of April 19, 2011, the Board of Selectmen voted affirmatively on the following:


• Transfer $14,999 from Police Department (PD) Special Details to PD Overtime. Approximate tax impact of this decision based on 2010 valuation is $0.06/1,000. FYI: there should never be a tax impact for the use of officers for special detail.


• Transfer all town building maintenance costs to the Municipal Buildings Expendable Trust. Approximate tax impact of this decision based on $3,100 worth of repairs and maintenance appropriations is $0.01/1,000.


• Use $50,000 from Highway Paving and Reconstruction budget to cover “over expenditures” and offset “shortfalls” in other departmental budgets. FYI: These funds were slated and approved for capitol improvements to Wildwood Drive.


• Hold on purchasing a new police cruiser as approved by voters; use the $30,000 to cover “over expenditures” and offset “shortfalls” in other departmental budgets.


While these transactions may meet the “letter of the law,” they closely resemble misappropriation of funds and do not represent the “will of the people.” I’ll continue to make every effort to keep you posted throughout the year.


Sincerely yours,
Linda Small
Pittsfield

 


 

MVSB Fund Awards $1,000 To Lakes Region Child Care Services


With support from the Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) Fund, Lakes Region Child Care Services (LRCCS) has been able to help fulfill the growing need for infant and toddler child care in the Laconia area.


The MVSB Fund awarded $1,000 to Lakes Region Child Care Services to help the organization build the additional bathroom facilities required to care for these young children.  LRCCS currently provides services to 246 infants, toddlers and preschoolers, as well as before- and after-school programs for older children.


“We are so thankful for this generous contribution from the MVSB Fund,” said Executive Director of LRCCS Marti Ilg.  “Building these additional bathroom facilities will make it much easier for us to provide high quality, affordable child care to families who live or work in the greater Laconia area, and in turn, help develop stronger families for our community.”


LRCCS is the second oldest non-profit child care center in the state of New Hampshire and has provided quality, affordable child care services for families in the Lakes Region since 1968.  The organization’s mission has remained the same since it was founded: to develop and provide quality, affordable early-learning and child care services for families in the Laconia area.


The Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund makes grants every year to local community initiatives and non-profits that make a significant impact upon the lives of people in the communities we serve. These grants are in addition to the bank’s regular contributions and the extraordinary volunteer efforts by our employees.


Since its inception in 1997 under the leadership of John Starrett, then president and CEO of the Bank, 184 grants totaling more than $718,000 have been awarded to a wide range of environmental, social, educational, and historic projects throughout the Lakes Region and Plymouth area. Applications for the next set of grants are due by October 15, 2011.


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


Denise Hubbard (left), mortgage originator at MVSB, and Debbie Grant (right), head teller at MVSB’s Gilford office, present a $1,000 check to Marti Ilg (kneeling in front), executive director of Lakes Region Child Care Services.  Molly Hagan (second from left) and Taline Lichocki (second from right), who both attend LRCCS, join MVSB and LRCCS staff to celebrate a grant from the MVSB Fund that will help the organization build additional bathroom facilities in response to a growing need for infant and toddler care.

 


 

New Hampshire State Recreational Trails Opened For Riding On May 23rd


The New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation’s Bureau of Trails announced that state recreational Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) trails had officially opened for the season as of Monday, May 23rd.  Trail networks that are not state maintained could have different opening dates.


With over 700 miles of riding throughout the state and trailheads located in every region, trail enthusiasts will find plenty of riding.  The Great North Woods Region has the largest network of trails with over 500 miles available for ATVs.  Some lodging properties even have trailside lodging available.  On May 23rd, Jericho Mountain State Park, in Berlin, had 70 miles of riding open and available.  Riders can travel from Jericho Mountain State Park to the Success Trail, which provides the opportunity to fuel up and eat at local restaurants in downtown Berlin. 


“Riders should remember that volunteer clubs have worked hard to get the trails ready for the season,” stated Chris Gamache, Bureau of Trails Chief.  “They should find some good riding available.  Riders and trail users should also remember to stay on established trails, be mindful of other trail users, and to ride responsibly.”


The Bureau of Trails is one of four bureaus in the Division of Parks and Recreation.  The Division is comprised of the Parks Bureau, Bureau of Historic Sites, Bureau of Trails, and Cannon Mountain.  The Division manages 92 properties, including state parks, beaches, campgrounds, historic sites, trails, waysides, and natural areas. 


The Division of Parks and Recreation is one of four divisions of the Department of Resources and Economic Development.  To learn more, visit www.nhstateparks.org or call 603/271-3556.

 


 

AppleView Orchard In Pittsfield, NH

Celebrated Its Opening Weekend On May 20th


The family friendly apple orchard welcomed its 2011 season with new trees and new additions to make visits to the scenic location even more memorable.


Visitors will enjoy premium ice cream offerings, new comfortable deck furniture, a unique gift shop featuring local treats and fine gifts, a petting zoo, and an engaging children’s play area.


AppleView Orchard opened May 20th for its spring hours, Friday through Sunday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.


Complete hours and activities – from apple picking tours and hay rides to special events – are posted on www.applevieworchard.com.

 


 

Upcoming Workshops Open To The Public Of All Ages,

For New Growers Or Well-Seasoned Ones.


•June 1, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Pittsfield “Growing Fruit in your Backyard”
Dot Perkins, of UNH Cooperative Extension, will have a presentation for beginner and experienced growers that will cover all of the basics of growing small fruits and berries, as well as apples and tree fruit, in your backyard.  This workshop will be held at the Pittsfield Community Center, 68 Main Street, Pittsfield, and is free and open to the public. Questions? Call Mary at 796-2151.


•June 6, 2011, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Boscawen. “How to Make Good Compost”
Ann LaCroix, a Master Gardener from UNH Cooperative Extension’s Speakers’ Bureau, will talk about the benefits of compost, the basics of making compost, compost bins, and how to maintain your compost. This meeting will be held at the Town of Boscawen, 116 North Main Street, Boscawen, in the upstairs community room. This talk is free and open to the public, but we ask that you call Elaine at the Boscawen Ag Commission at 796-6241 to register.


•June 8, 2011, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, Pittsfield, “Apple Twilight Meeting”
Join AppleView Orchard owner, Dennis Straight, and Merrimack County Extension Agriculture Educator, Amy Ouellette, for an apple twilight meeting at Appleview Orchard. Extension Specialists Bill Lord, Cheryl Smith, and Alan Eaton, will be speakers at this event. Two pesticide re-certification credits will be awarded to participants. If you have any questions or require accommodations in order to participate, please call Amy or Mary at 796-2151.


•June 15, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Pittsfield, “Growing Meat Rabbits”
Dot Perkins, of UNH Cooperative Extension, will cover information about breeds, housing, winter care vs. summer care needs, breeding, and problems you may encounter with raising meat rabbits. This workshop will be held at the Pittsfield Community Center, 68 Main Street, Pittsfield, and is free and open to the public.. Questions? Call Mary at 796-2151.


•June 29, 2011, 6:30-8:00 pm, Pittsfield, “Controlling Those Garden Bugs”
A Master Gardener from UNH Cooperative Extension’s Speakers’ Bureau, will discuss those pesky garden bugs and introduce you to Integrated Pest Management (IPM), the IPM process, pest control rules and goals, and practicing IPM in your garden. This workshop will be held at the Pittsfield Community Center, 68 Main Street, Pittsfield, and is free and open to the public. Questions? Call Mary at 796-2151.

 


 

Reminder
Old Home Day July 23rd


Want to be a Super Hero for the day?  Get your costume ready and be Superman, Cat Woman, Batman, The Green Lantern or one of the many Super Heroes of TV, Movies etc., or perhaps someone that you consider a Super Hero.


Stay tuned for further information on the day’s activities and of course the parade.  Come and enjoy the food, the craft fair in Dustin Park and the breakfast at the Baptist Church. 

 


 

Letter


Dear Pittsfield Residents:
The Planning Board met May 5th and discussed:


• Conceptual with Brenda and Alfred Courchene.  They want to expand their garage so they can sell meat, home grown produce and eggs.  They will need approval from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.


• Master Plan Committee, Ralph Odell, discussed continuing the Master Plan Committee work.  An ad will be posted for new members.


• 14 Depot Street, the Chair recommends the Board of Selectmen get an engineer to test foundations.  Further action should be taken.


• Board reviewed reduction of parking requirements in the “dowtown,” and after much discussion, it was determined that a thorough inventory of all parking spaces, parking lots, businesses, and apartments in the dowtown should be accomplished before definitive action can be taken.  Fred Hast will be conducting this inventory for the next meeting.


• Planning Board Website Blog is now up and running.  Check out Pittsfield-NH.com/Planning.  Blog your concerns, questions, and/or comments.  Only blogs relevant to the zoning issues will be addressed.  Non-relevant or abusive blogs will be removed.  E-mail addresses are posted for direct access to the Planning Board Chair and Vice-Chair.


Your continued involvement is appreciated.


Note:  This letter highlights only the major topics of discussion.  For full discussions, see official Minutes on the Planning Board Web page or at the Town Hall.

 

Thank you,
Ted Mitchell
Planning Board Chair

 


 

Laconia Adult Ed’s 39Th Annual Laconia Academy Graduation


The 39th annual graduation of Laconia Academy, the Adult Evening High School Diploma Program, will be held on Friday, May 27, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium at Laconia High School. The Honorable Frank C. Guinta, United States Representative, New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District will be the commencement speaker.  The general public is invited to attend the Laconia Academy graduation.


Over the last 39 years, 1,155 Lakes Region residents have returned to school at night to earn their high school diploma.  Twenty-four high school diplomas will be awarded on May 27th.  Many of the graduates are unemployed and need their high school diploma to get a job, earn a pay increase or job promotion.  Some graduates returned to Laconia Academy  to increase their own self-esteem and personal self-worth.  Other graduates enrolled in the program will enter new career fields,  find a better job, or even get hired now that they have their high school diploma.


Nine of the May 2011 Laconia Academy graduates are going on to post-secondary education.

 


 


 

 











 

 

 

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