April 1, 2011 - Colebrook Chronicle

aerial view of the Wausau Paper mill from one of the company’s brochures many years ago. MuchAnthe mill will be torn down and sold for salvage in the coming months.ofweek, two powerfulThisopposing the Northernletterstransmission line projectPassmailed out—one fromwereRep. DuffyColebrookwho sent his letterDaugherty,the Chronicle, and the othertoExecutive Councilor Rayfromwho sent his letter toBurton,Vandal, the CEO of Hy-TerryChristian Brousseaudro-Quebec,the President of Hydro-Gary Long, the PresidentQuebec,of PSNH, Brian Mills ofU.S. Dept. of Energy andtheWagner, the Supervisor ofTomWhite Mountain NationaltheForest.against the proposedstatementsproject. The first letter isRay Burton, the second isfromDuffy Daugherty. They arefromfollows:asCouncilor Burton:Froma way of showing theirAsto the Northern Passoppositionline project, sometransmissionHampshire residents haveNewa “Power Off” day, setcreatedApril 24, as a way of boy-forOne (98 towns, fourDistrictthe five northern countiescities,New Hampshire—Carroll,ofBelknap, Grafton andCoos,(250,000 citizens)—andSillivanmy 32nd year of electedstartingpurpose of the day,Theis being promoted on thewhichPage, “Stop theFacebookPass,” is to go for upNorthern24 hours without electricitytoshutting off the main circuitbybrave souls were under the hypnotic trance of Marko the Magician who was at Canaan SchoolTheseSaturday. Money raised from the event benefitted the Class of 2013. Amanda Marquis photo.lastCharlotte SheltryBymajor portion of the for-AWausau Paper Mill inmerwhich has been aGroveton,of the history of the villagepartGroveton for the past threeofwill soon be dismantledgenerations,and sold for salvage.to NorthumberlandAccordingSelectchair Mario Audit,company which owns thethefacility, Groveton Acqui-emptyCharlotte SheltryByTuesday evening, theOnSchool Board accepted,Stratfordwith regret, the resigna-of long-time StratfordtionBoard member HarlanSchoolConnary.who has been aConnary,of the board for themember11 years, said that in allpastCharlotte SheltryByTuesday evening, theOnSchool Board held aStratfordmeeting to discussspecialand busing of Stratford’stuitioningPublic School Grades 9-told him on Tuesdaysitions,it is tearing the buildingthatThe Groveton Paperdown.section of the complexBoardcontinue to stand.willqualified source, who doesAwant to be identified, saidnotthe company would allowthatof Wausau’s warehouses inoneback to stand, while the restthecoming down for the cost ofwason page 2)(Continuedconscious he could notgoodto tuition Stratford Highagreestudents to Groveton asSchoolby the voters at thedirectedschool board meeting.annualis my personal view and“Itfrom looking at the factsopinionit is not in the best interestthatthe town’s people to close theofon page 2)(Continuedof Bobie Bunnell entertained at the Chamber of CommerceStudentsevent at First Colebrook Bank last week. From the left, Nor-Flanagan, Meagan Flanagan (father and daughter) RachelmanLyse Grandmaisson and Devin Armstrong. CourtesyO'Meara,Donna JordanByeminent domain billAnamends a state lawwhichwould stop a public util-whichfrom taking private land orityrights by eminent do-propertyfor a generating plant ormainfacility if thetransmissionis not needed, receivedpoweroverwhelming support ofthefull House of Representativesthethis week.Bill 648, sponsored byHouseRepresentative LarryColebrookpassed the HouseRappaport,on page 3)(Continuedto Groveton as approved and12at the Stratford An-directedSchool Meeting threenualago. weeksdecision has not comeThefor the board with one ob-easycasualty being a longterviousboard member. The boardwith regret, the resig-accepted,on page 23)(ContinuedColebrook’s Largest Circulated Weekly NewspaperFREEThe Colebrook ChronicleCOVERING THE TOWNS OF THE UPPER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEYFRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2011 603-246-8998VOL. 11, NO. 37Much Of Former Mill To Be Torn Down For SalvageConnary Resigns FromStratford School BoardBurton And Daugherty Address Northern Pass:Letters Say It’s Time For PoliticiansTo Respond To Constituents’ Wishes(Continued on page 3)As Executive Councilor forTurn Off Power Day April 24photo.N.H. House PassesRappaport Bill By 317-51Both letters make clearbreaker. It is looked at as acotting the project.Steps To Send Stratford HighStudents to Groveton Begin

the left, Bob Baker of Columbia, Sonny Martin of Lancaster and Neil Irvine of New HamptonFroma “Stop Northern Pass” banner in Concord following the House of Representatives vote thisunfurla vote of 317-51. Supportersbythe bill—which amends RSAofthat it will create371:1—sayobstacle for utility projectsanare not needed for thewhichEngland electricity grid,Newthe Northern Passincludingline project. ThetransmissionPass is a 180-mileNorthernproject whichHydro-Quebecthe border at Pittsburgcrossescontinues south to Deer-andIt would cut a swath fromfield.wide up to 410-feet150-feetand will feature towerswide90-135 feet tall. Opposi-fromto the project numbers intionthousands and many whothethe Northern Pass projectopposehave turned out for com-hearings on HB 648 inmitteethat it would pass.hopesthe testimony beforeDuringfull House of representa-thethis week, Rep. Rappaportivessaid that he felt the billa “common sense” bill thatwasstop a company fromwouldat its own option andbuildingneed and they will notwithoutthe right to take land forhaveproject. He was supportedtheRep. Rick Ladd who challengedbythe economic figureshave been presented aboutthatproject. Rep. James Gar-thethe chairman of the Houserity,Technology and En-Science,Committee, also testifiedergyHouse Bill 648. He told theonHouse, “If you value life,fulland property, you willlibertyfor 648. It puts a few morevotein the landowner’s sling-stoneswhen facing the lion.”shotafter the House ofShortlyvote was announcedRepresentativesin support of a reviseddomain law, the Societyeminentfor the Protection of N.H.issued a press release,Foreststhe Representativespraisingtheir vote. “This is a voteforis reflective of the will ofthatpeople, and we applaud thetheof Representatives forHouseup for landownersstandingthe state who couldthroughoutface losing theirotherwiseand farms unwillinglywoodlotsno compelling public purpose,”forsaid Jane Difley, theof the Forest Society.Presidenthope Governor Lynch is“Welistening,” she added.alsowas joined in herDifleyby Will Abbott, alsocommentsthe Forest Society. “As a stateofshould be very cautiousweencouraging privateaboutline developers totransmissionthey have any access tothinkdomain, and the Houseeminentagrees with this assess-clearlyhe said. Added Jack Savagement,”“No eminent domain forgain is the message.corporate80 percent of the HouseNearlyagainst allowing a projectvotingNorthern Pass to forciblylikeaway people’s land is anothertakeclear indication of howthe opposition is towidespreadproposal. Those 317 legisla-thisare from all across the statetorscross party lines. There’s aandissue of fairnessfundamentaljustice at play here,” saidandSavage.bill will now be discussedThevoted on in the Senate inandnext step of the legislativetheNo date has been set forprocess.vote. thaton the Council, as wellservicea Grafton County Commis-asrepresenting 19 townssioner,citizens) in Northern(30,000County, where IGraftonserving my 21st year ofstartedservice, I write to all ofelectedasking that you NOT issueyoupermits for the Northernanyproject.Passcitizens recently attended2565seven public hearings,over 300 people testifiedwhereopposition of this project.intowns have votedTwenty-nineoppose this project. Overtosigned petitions opposing3,000project have been deliveredthisGov. Lynch and other officials.toIf your decision is basedcitizen testimony, your decisiononto deny this project shouldvery quick and simple andbeNOT need any more study!doesis time for Hydro officialsItand Vandal, andBrousseauofficials to fold their tentPSNHthis project and go home!onfor PSNH to buy localANDpower!electricalinvite Gov. Lynch, U.S.IShaheen, Ayotte,SenatorsBass andConggressmanto join me in opposingGuintaproject.thisI hear from you?MayCouncilorExecutiveOneDistrictRep. Daugherty:FromNeighbors, and NorthFriends,Constituents:CountryLynch recentlyGovernorthe House Ways andinvitedCommittee, of which IMeansa sitting member, to hisamfor an open discussion ofofficeSTATE POLICEN.H.March 24, at 8:49 p.m.,OnState Police responded toN.H.report of a motor vehicle colli-ain Stratford. A vehicle operatesionby Renee Dauphinais,of Colebrook was traveling39,on Rte. 3 when shenorthbounda deer as it crossed instruckof the vehicle. No injuriesfrontreported and the vehicleweredriven from the scene.was11:20 p.m., Roger Savage,Atof Stewartstown, was44,on Route 3 in Stratfordnorthboundwhen he struck a deer inroadway. He was not injuredtheand was able to drive hisPARALLEL EMS45THfollowing is the activityThefor the 45th Parallel EMSreportMarch 20-26.fromMarch 20, at 8:37 a.m., theOnresponded to Stewarts-departmentfor a snowmobile accident.townpatient was transported to theTheState Park landing zoneColemantransferred to DHART air am-andAt 5:55 p.m. the departmenbulance.responded to Pittsburg for aemergency. The patientmedicaltransported to UCVH. At 7:22wasthe department responded top.m.for a medical emergency.Colebrookpatient was transported toTheUCVH.March 21, at 5:22 p.m., theOnresponded to Colebrookdepartmenta motor vehicle accident. Theforrefused transport.patientMarch 22, at 2:15 p.m., theOnresponded to UCVH fordepartmenttransfer to DHMC. At 11:29 a.m.adepartment responded to Cole-thefor a medical emergency. Thebrookwas transported to UCVH.patientMarch 23, at 10:15 p.m., theOnresponded to UCVH fordepartmenttransfer to Androscoggin ValleyaAt 7:02 a.m., the depart-Hospital.responded to Columbia for amentemergency. The patientmedicalRep. Duffy Daugherty, right, a member of the HouseColebrookand Means Committee, was one of several members who metWaysGov. Lynch recently to discuss issues facing constituents.withphoto.Courtesyseeing my nametag identifyingOnme as being from Cole-the Governor immediatelbrook,asked me about my opin-of the Northern Pass projectionI responded that the pro-would rob the citizens ofjectNorth Country of the onlythetransported to UCVH. At 11:04wasthe department responded toa.m.,for a medical emergency.Pittsburgpatient was transported toTheAt 11:40 a.m., the departmentUCVH.responded to Pittsburg for aaccident. There was nosnowmobilecontact.patientMarch 24, at 7:56 a.m., theOnresponded to Canaan,departmentfor a medical emergency. TheVt.,was transported to UCVH.patient11:14 a.m., the department respondedAtto Pittsburg for a medicalThe patient was transportedemergency.to UCVH. At 11:31 a.m., theresponded to Stewartstowndepartmentfor a medical emergency. Thewas transported to UCVH.patient11:57 a.m., the department re-Atto UCVH for a transfer tospondedThe patient was trans-DHMC.to DHMC. At 2:18 p.m., theportedresponded to CCNH indepartmentStewartstown for a medicalWestThe patient was trans-emergency.to UCVH. At 3:55 p.m., theportedresponded to Colebrookdepartmenta motor vehicle accident. Theforrefused transport. At 4 p.m.,patientdepartment responded to Canaan,theVt., for a medical emergency.COUNTYCOOSINDICTMENTSMARCHCoos County GrandTheindicted the following indi-Juryat the Coos County SuperiovidualsCourt in Lancaster lastweek.G.Hartlen, 28, ofTimothywas indicted on fiveColebrookHartlen is alleged tocounts:committed the crime ofhaveon five different countsforgerybeauty of the area onnaturalthey rely to attract valu-whichtourism to the area. Withableexit of all our major indus-thethe main thing we havetries,of any worth is tour-remainingwhich rely on our magnificenism,and cherished scenery andpatient was transported toTheAt 5:45 p.m., the depart-UCVH.responded to UCVH for amentto DHMC. The patienttransfertransported to DHMC. At 7:45wasthe department responded top.m.,for a medical emergency.Columbiapatient was transported toTheUCVH.March 25, at 1:12 p.m., theOnresponded to Canaan,departmentfor a medical emergency. TheVt.,was transported to UCVH.patient3:26 p.m., the department re-Atto Colebrook for a medicalspondedThe patient was trans-emergency.to UCVH. At 3:30 p.m., theportedresponded to UCVH fordepartmenttransfer to Littleton Hospital. Theawas cancelled. At 3:51transferthe department responded top.m.,for a medical emergency.Colebrookpatient was transported toTheAt 8:37 p.m., the depart-UCVH.responded to UCVH for amentto Maine Medical Center.transferpatient was transported toTheMedical Center.MaineMarch 26, at 10:12 a.m., theOnresponded to Columbiadepartmenta medical emergency. The patientforwas transported to UCVH.in the Town of Colebrook,2010,wrote five checksintentionallyissued them to Nicole Berreliandknowing that the checksto Vernon K. Hartlen.belongedcrime included two checksThisthe amount of $250 each, onein$125, one for $327, and onefor$480. These are Class Bforif convicted.FeloniesBerreli, 21, of ColebrookNicoleis alleged to have alsoFriday, April 1, 2011 The Colebrook Chronicle Page 3week to support a stronger eminent domain bill. Susan Schibanoff photo.Bill Passes(Continued from page 1)(Continued on page 15)asset they had left to them, theissues that concerned us.Police, EMS ReportsBurton, Daugherty(Continued from page 1)vehicle from the scene.Superior Court(Continued on page 20)Ray Burtonwhen he, on or about November

note: Publisher Donna Jordan, who has(Editor’sseveral miles of copy on the Northern Passwrittenfirst reporting on the plan in these pages last October,sinceposted the following on the Stop The NorthernFacebook page on Wednesday after the N.H.Passpassed the amended eminent domain bill whichHousehelp slow down the unwanted projected. It says itwillus.) forbe a part of a large, collective group of citizens,Toa huge change to a state law—now that's allmakingThere is a lot to be proud of right now—American.in our state government process, and see-participatingit through, and making a difference for us and foringfuture. The work continues, but take a minute totheis one of the reasons we all live here, whatWintersnowmobiling and all. But winter has its place—withit isn’t in April. We’re ready to put away our snowandand get out our rake to do some spring cleaningshovelthe yard at this point. But we also know thataroundthe North Country spring comes when it is good andinSo we guess our snow shovel is going to have toready.around a little longer.kickBox 263 • Colebrook, NH 03576.P.O.(603) 246-8998 • Fax (603) 246-9918Tel.editor@colebrookchronicle.comemail:www.colebrookchronicle.comweb:Charles J. Jordan; Publisher: Donna Jordan;Editor:Charlotte Sheltry;Reporter:Tina McKenzie; Joy Hebert;Photographers:Dick Richards;Columnist:Correspondent: Corey Bellam;CanadianEditor: Thomas JordanVideoColebrook Chronicle (founded 2000) is published by JordanTheestablished 1985.Associates,old picture appears in A Pictorial History of the Town of Stratford, New Hampshire, published inThisIt is captioned “Maevis Rich and Walter Barrows in his Model T Ford in front of C.D. Platt’s1973.Charlie and Donna,Hicoverage of theOutstandingTRESpass.NOrthernread with interest the apol-Iwritten by Rep. Doughertyogythe previous week’s edi-inIt was uncalled for. Everytion.of a town has a right tocitizenhis opinion in whateverexpressat a town meeting, nomannerwhat job that individualmatterHe also has the constitu-holds.right to wear whatevertionalhe may choose forclothingreason. His wearingwhateverorange in solidarity for theofof NP was appropriateoppositionconsidering nearly 100 per-of his constituents opposecentIt’s comforting to know weNP.a new Representativehavea backbone. Now we havewithtwo.also read with interest theIwith John Gallus. Iinterviewit odd the Mr. Gallus re-findneutral knowing that themainsmajority of his constitu-vastoppose NP. Options of compromisentshave already been of-by the people to PSNH:feredit or follow the existingburythrough Vermont. PSNH islineinterested because it’s notnotplan. theirelections coming upWithit’s time Mr. Gallus returnsmaybeto a failing real estate(thanks to NP) and seemarketmuch more difficult it is tohowreal estate in the Northsellbecause his neutralityCountryhelp NP succeed. Maybemayneed to put someone with awein Mr. Gallus’s seat.backboneFurbushMichaelto the Editor,Lettercannot let up in our op-Weto Northern Pass. Soonpositionwill be spring and withitcomes a rebirth on ourspringfloors. Get out yourforestbooks, there are a numberflowerof endangered and threat-flowers in New HampshireenedLet’s see if our forestsreveal something to us thatwillhelp stop Northern Pass.willfields also, anyplaceCheckflowers grow could revealwherekey to stop big business fromaour North Country andtakingthe length of our greatlandsbeautiful state.andnot disturb the plantsDofind that you believe couldyouendangered. Mark the placebeyou can return to the plantsoplants. Photos are great. Weorsurely have to get any findswillso it is important thatverifiedbe able to return to the site.youam working at finding outIwe must do to get ourwhatverified and put on recordsfindsthat will help protect ourheritage.of us own our land andManyno conservation easementshaveon it. If you find an en-flower it belongs todangeredbut the N.H. Natural Heri-you,Bureau can become involvetageand help to protect thatDon’t pick the flower—plant.digital photos are needed.goodwoman who I talked to saidTheis difficult to stop big busi-itwith plants but it certainlynesshelp us to find somethingcouldon propertiesendangeredtheir proposed right ofwithinsaid this list can also beSheonline.founda little time, walk yourTakeThis may not do anyproperties.but it certainly can do nogood,and you will have a re-harm,walk through the woods.laxingluck. GoodI recommend Newcomb’sP.S.Wildflower Guide.KeezerKathyClarksvilleto the Editor:Letterhave been watching theIand the articles for thelettersseveral months about thepastPass Project.Northernfeel the same as most peo-Ithat this will be a blight onpleGreat North Woods and thetheof New Hampshire thatrestlast long after we are allwillgone.much as I admire all ofAsefforts of the folks who havetheto Concord, have paintedgoneand placed them besidesignsroad, and have posted post-theI think that your time couldersbetter spent. The people whobegoing to approve this projectareare in Washington, D.C.,not paying any attention toandn yathe efforts you have made.ofShaheen could careSenatorabout you, as well as SenatorlessAyotte. Charlie Bass waswhen he went to Washingtonuselessthe first time and youhim back. Frank Guinta tosentbest of my knowledge stilltheexplained how he got thehasn'tto get elected. Yet thesemoneythe people you sent toareAnd yes most ofWashington.voted for one or the other ofyouon page 5)(ContinuedFriday, April 1, 2011Page 4The Colebrook ChronicleView From The45th ParallelThe Way We Were...A Moment To Be Proudbe proud.L. JordanDonnaIt’s Time For Spring Alreadyhome in 1917.” They looked like a fun pair.Charles J. JordanLettersHow Many Ways CanYou Contact Us?1.Email us ateditor@colebrookchronicle.com2. Write us at The Chronicle.P.O. Box 263, Colebrook, NH 035763. Call us at 246-8998Toll Free 1-866-246-8998The Colebrook ChronicleColebrookShe will be sending me away.updated in 2010 of endan-listgered and threatened flowers.

and of fools. You trustedthisto do the right thing.themlong as Northern UtilitiesAsto there next campaigndonatesfolks are wasting your time.youcase you have forgotten mostInthese people are the sameofwho told you the paperpeoplewouldn't close, that themillsmillion of your tax money$1.5they gave along with thethatof Vermont to Ethan Al-Stateto build a biomass boiler tolenall of those people work-keepwell we all know how thating,out. Oh! and rememberworkedShaheen was governorwhenshe waived the $24 millionandclean-up costs of the Riverinin Berlin if Fraserpollutionwould put all of thosePaperback to work—how’speopleworking for the folks inthatNot only don’t theyBerlin?their jobs, they can'thavefish or swim in the river.safelyfor the one guy who hasAsforward andsteppedspoken against the proposalhasBurton, he is now in a win/Rayposition because in his positionwinas an Executive Coun-he has absolutely no inputcilorwhether this thing goesintoor not. The Legislatureforwardhave a vote, but the gover-mayand council will not.norlie—it’s a sim-Politiciansfact. It’s always been thatpleand it will always be thatwayIf the money says the powerlineway.goes through, then thegoes through.powerlinesuggest if you want to saveIsome time and effortyourselfhave a real chance of mak-anda difference on this issueingneed to call them at theiryouin Washington, 24 hoursofficesday, seven days a week andaget 20 or 30 thousand callscanday into their systems theyatake notice because it willwillthe only issue they will hearbeTie up the voicemail andabout.and they will at leastemailwhat your doing. Andnoticewhat I said before,rememberlie. If they have talked totheyand feigned concern, theyyoulying.wereJeanne Shaheen,Senator224-2841 phone; 202-224-(202)fax. 2841Kelly Ayotte, (202)Senatorphone, (202) 224-4952224-3324fax.Frank C.Representative(202) 225-5456 phone,Guinta,225-5822 fax.(202)Charles F.Representative(202) 225-5206 phone,Bass,225-2946 fax.(202)be calm, don'tRemember,just tell them what youcurse,otherwise your just an-think,nut that they hear fromotherThis is important toeveryday.North Country and the resttheNew Hampshire asofCall ’em, because theywell.won’t call you. And it onlysurea minute per call.takesThompsonDennisStewartstownnote: Thanks for(Editor’sletter, Dennis. We agreeyourcontacting Shaheen, Ay-thatBass and Guinta is importantotte,but we feel that all thedirected toward Concordattentionis also important, as arethose orange roadside signsallmore. All of the above poli-andyou mention can’t escapticiansthe considerable protesthave been hearing abouttheyplace in Concord abouttakingNorthern Pass—and thattheis wearing orange. Thisprotesta big battle and everyoneisto be encouraged to keepneedsCharlie,Dearfelt the need to write be-Iof the article last weekcausethe committee had voted tothatthe County Farm indismantleStewartstown.had agreed to wait untilTheyafter April 1, but insteadin the beginning ofvotedNot one member of thisMarch.has been a farmercommitteetheir actions show howandintegrity this committeemuchThere has been meetingshas.concerned residents andfromare the people they repre-theseYour actions just showsent.the publics distrust ofthatofficials has basis. Theyelectedand nickel and dime us tositbut let the big ticketdeathslide through.itemshave offered to helpPeoplefigure out how to keep theandgoing but it seems thefarmwas made months agodecisionthey did not listen to theandthat put them in office.votergood portion of these membersAof this committee havein office for numerousbeenand it is high time thattermsis more turn over in poli-thereon page 15)(ContinuedTuesday, March 29, the North Country was again the focus of N.H. Public Radio’s “The Exchange”Onas Colebrook Chronicle editor Charlie Jordan and Coos County Democrat reporter Edithprogramwere on the show to recall the year 1998 and changes that took place that year here in theTuckerIt also gave them and callers an opportunity to discuss more recent developments, including thenorth.Pass controversy. Hosted by Laura Knoy, “The Exchange” is marking its 15th anniversaryNorthernis looking back at the state year by year spanning the past decade and a half. The Chronicle’sandNews of the Week was there during the live broadcast and provides a look from inside the controlVideobooth during the broadcast (see screen images above). For more, see the Video News atTo hear the show archived, visit www.nhpr.org/exchange. Thomas Jordanwww.colebrookchronicle.com.video.Friday, April 1, 2011 The Colebrook Chronicle Page 5Letters(Continued from page 4)Mediaon all fronts if thepushingPass is to be de-Northernfeated.)give you the numbers.I'llLeave a message, be polite,don't scream, and if you

Goodrum was a familiarBernieof Memorial Day eachpartOur photos here showyear.honoring his comradesBernieserved during the MemorialwhoDay observance in Westin 2008. AndStewartstownwho ever stopped by theanyoneCenter in Colebrook,Welcomehe worked, they knewwhereas a lively fellow whoBerniegreeted visitors with aalwaysand an observation onsmileimportant issue of thesomeOn Wednesday Bernieday.away and we take thispassedCANAAN4-8 April(All mealsBREAKFAST:with milk or juice.)servedCheese omelet, hashMon.:Tues. Raspberry stru-brown.Wed.: Pancakes. Thurs.:del.cereal. Fri.: CinnamonMuffin,LUNCH: Mon.: Fishtwist.on bun, tarter sauce,pattycarrot sticks, ranch dip.fries,Chicken teriyaki, veg.Tues.roll, rice pilaf, fruit. Wed.:eggCaesar salad, pretzels.Pizza,Salisbury steak,Thurs.:potatoes, corn, roll,mashedFri.: Corn dog, bakedfruit.coleslaw, pudding withbeans,COLEBROOK4-8 April(All mealsBREAKFAST:with milk or juice.)servedCinnamon toast, fruit.Mon.:French toast, fruit.Tues.Cereal, toast, fruit.Wed.:Waffle sticks, fruit.Thurs.:Breakfast sandwich,Fri.:LUNCH: Mon.: Ravioli,fruit.potatoes, gravy, roll,ham,beans, pineapple. Wed.:greendog, soup, saltines, salad,CornThurs.: Salisburypeaches.potato wedges, roll, peas,steak,oranges. Fri.: DeliMandarinGROVETON4-8 April(All meals served withLUNCH:or juice.) Mon.: Hot dog,milkcottage cheese, stringbeans,fruit. Tues.: Ham/cheese/beans,grinder, pickles, fruit,veggiebar. Wed.: Chicken fajita,saladup, chips, fruit, salad bar.rollMeatball/wheat roll,Thurs.:cukes, fries, fruit, saladcheese,Fri.: Toasted cheese sand-bar.deviled eggs, tomato soup,wich,carrots, fruit.celery,PITTSBURG4-8 April(All mealsBREAKFAST:with milk or juice.)servedFrench toast sticks, fruit.Mon.:Scrambled eggs, potatoTues.:Thurs.: Bagel, fruit. Fri.:cheese.fruit. LUNCH: Mon.:Scone,Italian bread, peas,Ravioli,cream pie square.chocolateFish filet on bun, potatoTues.:fruit, Hoodsie cup. Wed.:puffs,taco, salad, applesauce,Beefroll. Thurs.: Chickencinnamonwith dumplings, rice pilaf,pieveg., Jell-O, topping. Fri.:mixedham and cheese on bulky,Slicedsalad, fruit, shape-up.macaroniSTEWARTSTOWN4-8 April(All meals servedBREAKFAST:milk or juice.) Mon.: Ba-withmuffin, string cheesenanaBagel, fruit. Wed.: Yo-Tues.:English muffin. Thurs.:gurt,stick, fruit. Fri.: PancakeBoscosausage wrap, fruit.andMon.: Spanish riceLUNCH:ground beef, salad,withTues.: Chicken cornbrownie.ham and cheese sandwich,chowder,crackers, fruit. Wed.:on bun, fries, peas,HamburgerThurs.: Chef’s salad, roll,cookie.Fri.: Chicken chop sueyfruit.noodles, peas, apple crispoverSTRATFORD4-8 April(All meals servedBREAKFAST:milk or juice.) Mon.:withtoast sticks, sausageFrenchTues. Oatmeal, bagel.links.roll, fries, peas and carrots,patty,cottage cheese or fruit cup.Macaroni and cheese, sausageTues.patty, spinach and cheese,Wed.: Rotini andapplesauce.sauce, salad, garlic bread-meatfruit. Thurs.: Cheeseburgerstick,roll, fries, green beans,Fri.: Pizza, corn, Bavarianyogurt.creme.Colebrook ChroniclePage 6 Friday, April 1, 2011TheLooking Backmoment to salute him.Lunch Menusroll, salad, fruit, brownie.toppping.oval. Wed.: Cereal, stringbread, corn, fruit Tues. Dicedwith topping.Yogurt, cereal. Thurs.:Wed.:melt. Fri.: Toast, ba-Breakfastcon. LUNCH: Mon.:Chicken

HERCwas my intention to writeIthonesty and as always Iaboutabout Herc Lemieux.thinkI moved to Canaan inWhena new friend at that time1972,to sell a cattle truckwantedand said it was down tobodyand he proceeded to singHerc’spraises for Herc. Well, Ioutto myself, “this may be onesaidpraising another.”FrenchmanI soon realized there wasWell,a more honest man, Frenchnototherwise, than Herc. Timeoragain Herc proved his in-andtegrity.had a nice white heiferIand sold her calf to Biron.calvebad mistake! This left meAa fresh heifer I intended towithI milked alright for a cou-milk.of days when she came inplea newborn calf thatmotheringheifer had calved. Thisanotheron and every cow thatwentthis heifer owned thecalvedI called Biron and saidcalf.this fresh heifer” and he“buy“what are you trying to sellsaidfresh heifer for?” I told himamothered every calf bornshewas a pain in the neck. Heand“let’s go see Herc.” Wesaiddown to Herc’s barn andwentbegan the dilemma ofthusHerc bought her and sheStar.owned the town. Shesoonoften be seen with anywherewouldfrom one to five calvesher through town.trailinghad a pasture on the oldHercRiley Farm and turnedTomout with the calves. ThisStargreat for the calves but toowasfor Star.muchcalves thrived but StarTheHerc sold the calves, butdidn’t.one to leave with Star. Askeptoften the case, she didn’tisback so she spent a yearbreedone calf after another.feedingliked this arrangementHercwould buy a cow hopefullyandback and raised a calfbredSometimes this works. Itfrom.not strange to go to Herc’swasand find one cow feed-pasturefour or five calves. So toingthe story, I had a goodshortenfor Bob calves and Bironmarketbought the veal.has left us now and weHercproud to have know him asarefriend. Herc also had a wayaanimals of all kinds. Hewitha dog that had pups. Hehadgive them away so theycouldn’twith Herc and couldstayedbe seen in his pickup. Heoftengeese who would wanderhadand when peopledowntownHerc would say, “becalled,down” and down he came.rightwonder how many farmers inIday and age have this kindthisa rapport with all their animals.ofis a real sense of loss weItwith the passing of Arthurfeelwho was a long andGould,friend. Each of us willtrustedbetter for having knownfeelhim.StreetMainStewartstownWestMeats ♦Quality& Beer ♦WineService Deli♦FullProduce♦Garden& Clothing♦FootwearFishing and♦N.H.LicensesHuntingand♦MegabucksTicketsLottoCash Machine♦ATMOne Name inTheShopping!One-StopOwnedFamilyOperatedAndFriday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 7It WasOnly YesterdayBy Dick Richards(802) 277-8890Dick Richards RemembersThe Way It Was...Each Week Only InThe Colebrook Chronicle!Solomon’sSupermarket246-8822For 78 Years.

Churchill of NCES helps Groveton fifth graders Mary Katherine King and Alyssa Stinson withPaulaanimation projects. Groveton Elementary School received a SAHE Grant from the Tillotsontheirwhich allows Churchill to work with students and teachers on various projects. The fifthFoundationhave researched explorers and through technology are animating their information and willgradersSCHOOLSCANAANROLLHONORHonorsHigh12: Jasmine Brous-GradeAnthony Havalotti, Alanseau,Amanda Marquis, Em-Leigh,Reid. Grade 11: TylermettAlexander Olson, Brig-Gray,Reese. Grade 10: AllisonhamChelsea Tillinghast.Rancourt,9: Erin Marchesseault.Grade7: Jordan Becker, LukeGradeCourtney Blanchard,Belleville,Mailloux, MerrickThomasAdrianna Maurais,Marchesseault,Noah Reese.HONORS12: Raelene Begin,GradeBrady, Brandon Cote,AbigailCotnoir, Maria Gomez,KritsaHarris, RebeccaVictoriaCourtney Madore, An-Lienau,Marquis, Jacob O’Keefe,nickPariseau, Adam Savard,EmilySmith, Ashten Stringer,EliWallace. Grade 11:ZacheryArmstrong, KeisharsDevinMichael Fuller, RebeccaColby,Katie Masters,Marchesseault,Thibeault, AlexChristopherAlbany Wilson.Washburn,10: Justin Blanchard,GradeCarr, Casey Noyes,EstherPariseau, KaulinMeaganRachel Riley, HannahPettit,Grade 9: Sierra Cotnoir,Stokes.Doyon, Mallorie Madore,EvanMarquis, Savanna Ran-AliciaGrade 8: Megancloes.Grade 7: SethFlanagan.Isaiah Brown,Blanchard,Riley, Stephen Roy.JosiahINDUCTION INNHSAPRIL 5COLEBROOKinduction ceremony forTheNational Honor Society willtheHELPS HIGHAHEADSTUDENTSSCHOOLstudents throughoutschoolNew Hampshire havenorthernreceiving supplementalbeeneducation fromfinancial(Affordable, Housing,AHEADand Development), aEducationnon-profit based in Littleton.localEducators from highin Groveton, Littleton,schoolsand Lincoln haveColebrooktogether with AHEADteamedsupplement their existingtoeducation curriculums.financialin Groveton HighStudentsIndependent LivingSchool’sspent one week in JanuaryClasslearning how to: create abudget; understandhouseholdcredit scores and the con-theirof having bad credit;sequencesan automobile, andpurchaseto rent their first apartment.howStudents in the Healthat Littleton High Schoolclasshow to save at the gro-learnedstore by; comparing costsceryhealthy versus convenientofand the savings generatedsnacksfrom using coupons andflyers. AHEAD’s certifiedsaleeducator Samanthafinancialteaches the week-longCantonthrough a variety ofprogramsfun activities whichhands-onthe students to easilyallowthe concepts of basic finances.grasphas been providingAHEADfinancial education,adulteducation and foreclosurehomebuyercounseling Coos andGrafton counties sincenorthern2000. “With the spikeJanuaryforeclosures and escalatingoffilings across thebankruptcyCountry, it’s clear thatNortheducation needs tofinancialearlier, more often, andhappena higher priority in gen-becomewithin our communities”,eralHomeOwnership CentersaidLori Wiggett. “OurDirector,plan is to target localactionend to the vicious cycle ofanfinancial decisions.”pooris reminded everyAHEADof why this high school out-dayis so important. “The majoritreachof families seeking outbecause they are atAHEADof losing their home or be-risktheir in over their headscausehave poor creditfinancially,and typically, thousandshistoriesof dollars in collectionstemming from pooraccountschoices made whenfinancialfirst began living out ontheyown,” said Homeowner-theirAdvisor Samantha Canton.shipare also impulsive“Teensby nature and are notspendersto realize that the poorwiredof the Canaan Learning Center visited the VermontStudentsHouse in Montpelier and the Vermont Supreme Cour onState25. From the left, Mary Ellen Uran, Matt Graves andMarchLavalla. Photo courtesy Kenn Stransky.Meganchoices that theyfinancialtoday or tomorrow canmakethem throughout theirfollowPoor credit can affect alife.ability to purchase aperson’sa car, rent an apartment,home,on insurance and sometimessaveeven obtain a job.” Theof our work in the localgoalschools is to help get thesehighoff on the right foot financially.”kidsSince 1991, Affordable Hous-Education and Developmening,(AHEAD) Inc. has beento strengtheningdedicatedby helping them buildfamiliespreserve assets for the future.andWith offices in LittletonColebrook, AHEAD in anandHUD Housing Coun-approvedAgency providing innovativselinghousing opportunities andhomebuyer andcutting-edgeeducation services tofinancialfrom Groveton High School attended the First Women in Science and Technology Forum atStudentsMountain Community College on March 25. Front, from left, Kayla Collins, Jordan Lurvey,WhiteAndritz. Back, Karen Conroy, Jennifer Routhier, Megan Caron, Jessica Stanford, MargaretKateGrace King, Shanna Randell, Michelle Fox-Bushaw. Courtesy photo.Pelletier,Page 8The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011Educationalso include a narration component. Vicky Bailey photo.(Continued on page 15)held on Tuesday, April 5, atbeP.M. at the Colebrook Ele-7mentary School cafeteria.In recent months, local highhigh school students and bring

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COUNTYCOOSHOSPTIALNURSINGfirst day of spring wasThewith an indoor pic-celebratedResidents prepared creamnic.and olive sandwiches,cheesesalad and bread pudding.potatoChips and cheese puffsadded and beautifullywerebutterfly shapeddecoratedThe picnic was held incookies.Family Room which wasthewith fresh flowers.decoratedEveryone had a great timethe unspring-likedespiteoutside.weatherPichette, Matt Cote andDonScott entertained resi-Terriewith Karaoke. Chris Sellardentsand Eric McCann addedvoices for a lively session.theirThe life and music of Dollywas celebrated in aPartonDay social. ResidentsDollyat photos of Dollylookedthe years, listened to athroughof her life and a CD ofhistoryof her greatest hits. Onesomethe residents had actuallyofto Dollyland. Special Carebeen(SCU) residents enjoyed aUnitsocial and exercised withmusicscarves.musicalTreasures from the Attic,Inlooked over itemsresidentssaw or used in thetheyThey saw a rug beater, oldpast.and clothes, an old Vase-dollsjar, an old cast iron pot andlineitems.otherhad a good timeResidentsthrough a Signs ofplayingminiature golf game.Springplayed through the frogTheytiptoed through the tulips,pond,went down the bunny hole,a butterfly garden andthrougha lion hugging a lamb to rep-bythe month of March, inresenta lion, out like a lamb. SCUlikedid chair exercisesresidentswent for walks.andSpring's the Thing, residentsInhad to name Springwithin categories andthingsspring words that wereguessout or drawn by a staffactedResidents worked onmember.crafts, played with clay,springa thumb wordplayedmade fudge and enjoyedgame,aroma of fresh maple oat-thebread baking. In the SCU,mealpainted flower pots,residentsflower designs and hadmadewith flowers.funMarquis wonAnnonciadeBlackout BingotheResidents played Tic-tactoe,game.dice games and tried thegame. Wiiwaffle and sausage supperAenjoyed one evening. Wordwasunit Bingo and othergames,were played in thegamesThey enjoyed chips andSCU.a men's sensory, a fabricdip,and coloring art.sensoryMoran's third gradeMrs.sent the SCU residentsclassof their recent reports.copiesreports detailed what theThewould see along thestudenteach day of the Iditarod,wayAlaskan sled dogtheResidents enjoyed hearingrace.BOOK FAIRSCHOLASTICPITTSBURG SCHOOLATwill be a ScholasticThereFair at Pittsburg SchoolBookNight will be Tuesday,Family5, 2011, from 5:30-8AprilCHAMBERANNUALAT BANKMEETINGWednesday, March 23,OnNorth Country Chamber oftheheld its AnnualCommerceat the First ColebrookMeetingLocal businesses andBank.members attendedChambermeeting to socialize, network,thevote in the Chamber Offi-and hear what plans thecersCountry Chamber hasNorthfor 2011.goingturnout was fantastic atTheattending. Visitors enjoyed a67array of appe-mouthwateringprovided by the ColebrootizersCountry Club. A wonder-addition to this meeting wasfulmusic presented at theliveprovided by Lynn Placeyeventher students from 6-7 p.m.andRoberta’s Studio and herandfrom 7-8 p.m.studentsthrough the AnnualMidwaythe Chamber held theMeeting,of the Officers. YearlyVotingchamber must have itsthevote for Slate of Officersmembersaccording to the bylaws oforganization. MC’ing thisthewas Chamber PresidentactivityRouleau. After a unanimousPetervote the new Slate of Offi-has remained unchangedcersthe following people hold-withthe following positions:ingPeter Rouleau, VicePresidentWayne Frizzell, SecretaryPresidentJennifer Landry, Treas-Sandra Riendeau and theureras Directors: RoxannefollowingButch Ladd, Mia West,Herres,Nanasi, Paul Nugent,YvonneWeir, Francine LatendresseChristineand Jonathan Brown.Manager Justin EldredOfficeAssistant Manager Gloriawithoperate the ChamberBunnell,day to day functions withonhelp of the following volunteers:theBetty King, Vivien TowleJessica Green.andguest speaker for theThewas Meg Cleary fromeveningUCVH. Meg gave a verytheand informative speech onbriefstatus of the Upper Con-theValley Hospital. If younecticutlike more information onwouldCollaboration Journey betweenthethe Upper ConnecticutHospital and WeeksValleyCenter, call 388-4299.Medicalby North—submittedChamberCountryEXHIBIT“PATTERNS”CRAG GALLERYATtheme for the ConnecticutTheRiver Artisan GroupApril exhibit(CRAG)Fiddleheads is “Patterns.”atwishing to exhibitIndividualscreative works of arttheirbring them to Fiddleheadsshouldon Friday, April 8, 2011,3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Thebetweenwhere people canreception,the artists, is on Friday,meet15, 2011, between 5 p.m.April7 p.m..andmore information aboutForsuccessful season wrapped up for the Great North Woods Committee for the Arts’ WinterAnotherconcert series on Wednesday at the Colebrook Country Club. During the “Flutes and Folk-Warmersconcert, GNWCA Vice President Bette Guerin, at right, presented Colebrook Country Club proprietorlore”Clay and Michelle Hinds with a gift basket in appreciation of their hosting the popular musicROSE TO APPEARKATIEWPKQ THIS WEEKENDONRose of Whitefield,Katiehas written the song “Livewhoor Die” which is fast becomingFreean anthem for peopleto the Northern Passopposedline project, willtransmissionappearing on one of northernbeEngland’s biggest radioNewthis weekend.stationsWednesday, Katie RoseOnto North Conway to bewentfor a recorded Sun-interviewedpublic affairs program ondayCountry radio giant, whichthebe heard on 103.7 on thecandial. FM25-minute program airsTheSunday during which Katieonwill interviewed about theRoselines, as well as herpowerlinesabout the project whichfeelingsher to write the protest songledFree or Die,” which has“Livelogged over 2,000 You-alreadychannel. She willChronicle’ssing her song.alsoprogram airs at 6 a.m.Theagain at 11 p.m. on Sun-andApril 3. Katie Rose saysday,also hopes to secure a copyshethe interview and post itofonline.OHRVFREECOURSESAFETYNorth Country ATVTheis sponsoring its annualClubSafety Course. This isOHRVby law for all ridersrequiredhaving a driver’s licensenotwant to operate a snowmo-whoor ATV. It is also requiredbilelaw for riders age 12 andbyto have this course, evenolderriding with their parents.whenwill most likely be the onlyThisoffered by the club thiscourseand you must pre-register,yearthe class size is limited.asand drinks served atPizzaAge requirement is 12noon.older; bring helmet and eyeandParents are welcomeprotection.stay and observe and or taketoclass as well.theis from 7:30-8RegistrationThe course is from 8 a.m.-4a.m.on April 30, 2011, atp.m.Snowmobile Club-Nighthawks16 Washburn Road,house,Stratford. The course isNorthby the North CountrysponsoredClub and the chief instruc-ATVis Ted Burns. For more informationtorcall 922-3350.TO HEAROPPORTUNITYLDS BROADCASTLIVEof the ColebrookMembersof the Church of JesusBranchof Latter Day SaintsChristand the public will(Mormons)the opportunity this weekendhaveto stay at home and partici-in the live broadcast of thepateAnnual General Confer-181stof the Church of Jesusenceof Latter day Saints.Christtwo days, church membersForaround the globe willin various locations togathercounsel from church lead-hearincluding President anders,Thomas S. MonsonProphetwith the members of thealongon page 11)(ContinuedNorth Country Chamber of Commerce annual meeting was held at First Colebrook Bank lastTheCourtesy photo.week.Page 10The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011Community NewsPlease plan on attendingp.m.important library fund-thisraiser.series and for their continuing support of the arts. Charles Jordan photo.Michele Johnsen at 237contactor art@michelejohn--5500sen.com.Tube hits on the Colebrookof Commercethe reports read aloud.during the week of April 4-8;visit www.connecticutriverartisans.org.CRAG,For more informationabout the exhibit,

of the Twelve Apostles,Quorumother General Authoritiesandauxiliary leaders of theandchurch.who listen can hearThosethe changes to this world-aboutchurch, listen to the annuawidechurch financial and hu-reports, and hearmanitarianfrom the apostles andsermonsthrough live broadcastsprophetssent out to 83 countriesgiven in 90 different languagesandover the Internet, televi-and radio. Plus, the listenesion,will hear the world-Mormon Tabernaclefamousand Orchestra at TempleChoirwhich provide much ofSquaremusic during conference.the360-voice choir is accompaniedTheby a 7,667-pipe and 130-Schoenstein pipe organ.ranknot all church mem-Becausein the Colebrook area canbersin on the designated tele-tunechannels or have computersvisionvarious members in theare opening up theirbranchto others.homesa year since 1830,Oncethe church was estab-whenthe conference has beenlished,on the first week-end ofheldThis two-day event isApril.into five sessions thedividedone starting on Saturdayfirst10 a.m. and the last one heldat4 p.m. on Sunday morningatlive broadcasts throughoutwithpublic sessions.allconferences reflect theThesein the church and cangrowthseen on Dish, DirectTV onbe374, C-band, BYUChannelon channel 9403, ontelevisionchurch’s website attheplus more.www.lds.org,first general conferenceTheheld in Fayette, N.Y. inwasat which time the church1830established with 27 mem-wasattending. In April of lastbersthe church’s membershipyear,SOUGHT FORYOUTHSPOSITIONSSUMMER16th season of theTheConservationNorthWoodsin East Charleston, Vt.,Corpsopen to applications for crew-isand crew leader positionsmemberThe Corps will be seekinghire up to 40 crewmemberstoeight crew leaders forandin locations listed below.crewsmust be be-Crewmembersages 14 and 20, dependintweenon crew applied for. Crewmust be over 21 withleadersworking with youthexperienceconservation fieldwork.and/ormust be mailed toApplicationsNorthWoods Stewardshiptheand postmarked no laterCenterApril 15.thanare availableApplicationsand by request from theonlineStewardship Cen-NorthWoodsin East Charleston.terNorthWoods Conserva-TheCorps works in partnershiptionthe U.S. Fish and Wildlifewithlocally at the Silvio O.ServiceNational Wildlife RefugeContein Bloomfield, Vt., anddivisionsWhitefield; the UmbagoginWildlife Refuge inNationaland in cooperation withErrol;agencies in the Northeaststateand Coos County.Kingdomin 1995 as a departmentFoundedof the NorthWoods Stew-Center, the North-ardshipConservation CorpsWoodsthe youth and communitiesservesof northeastern Vermontnorthern New Hampshire,andeducational and con-providingtraining programservation-servicethroughout the NorthernForest.further information,Forus at the NorthWoodsvisitCenter website atStewardshipwww.northwoodscenter.org/or callconservationcorps.htmlLEGIONAMERICANRAFFLEHAMGroveton American Legion,ThePost 17, will be holdingannual ham raffle on Friday,theirApril 15, starting at 7:30GRANGEMOHAWKMarch 21, nine sistersOnfour brothers met for theirandmeeting. Ann Woodardmonthlythe minutes of the previousreadmeeting.Gaudette is workingLyndathe National Grange displayonApril at the Interpretiveforat the rest area. TheCenterblood drive will be AprilnextIn an attempt to keep the27.area open, there is a petitionrestat the Colebrook ChamberCommerce to sign.ofMichelle Hyde’sMasterreport was “Ice StrengthhealthSafety Tips.” A letter wasandfrom Deputy Jean Abbottreada thank you card fromandE-Toh-Anee. A get wellCampcard was sent to Elainesoonand Bernie Hicks.HaynesJannenga suggestedGingermeeting inviting local peopleathe area who have startedinown business to attracttheirrevenue. Local folkstouristlocal made crafts, producesellingand baked goods, etc.were set for roadsideDatesMaryAnn Nearypick-up.a humorous poem forbroughtGrange member to readeachThe next meeting onaloud.4 will be Home EconomicsAprilwith whoopee pies for theNightcontest. Each Grangebakingis to bring items formemberfood pantry at this meeting.theGoodrum and LyndaEthelprovided lunch afterGaudetteDRIVER SAFETYAARPAPRIL 28PROGRAMBank is sponsoringNorthwaythe AARP Driver Safetyon Thursday, April 28,Programfrom 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.2011,Northway Bank, 9 Main St.,atThe entire course will beBerlin.in one day. A lunch breakheldbe taken. Participants canwilla lunch or leave the buildingbringto get lunch at a nearbyrestaurant.developed this class-AARPrefresher to ensure thatroom50 years and older staydriversbehind the wheel. Thesafecurriculum has beencourse’sto reflect the most currentupdateddriving information andtips available. The driversafetycourse is designed tosafetyparticipants about howeducateto reduce traffic violations,bestand chances for injuries;crashes,update drivers’ knowledgerelevant laws; and provideaboutsafe driving strategies tofor age-relatedcompensatethat affect one’s driv-changesability. Upon successfulingof the course, par-completionmay be eligible for aticipantson their automobilediscountinsurance.volunteer instructorAARPAndrews of Jackson will beDanthis course throughpresentingcombination of group discussionaand video. For more infor-or to register for themationcall Pamela Shyne atcourse,ext. 2696.752-1171,fee for the course is $12TheAARP members who showformembership card. Cost totheirBROWNFIELDSINFORMATIONPROGRAMN.H. Dept. of EnvironmentalTheServices, North Countryand the City of BerlinCouncilbe hosting a series of pres-willdescribing the BrownfieldentationsProgram for assessmentcleanup of contaminated orandcontaminated proper-perceivedin New Hampshire.tiesare abandoned orBrownfieldsproperties thatunderutilizeduse or redevelopment of istheby the presence orhinderedpresence of hazardouspotentialpollutant or contaminant.substance,and learn how thisComecould directly assistprogramcommunity in redevelopingyouror abandonedunderutilizedLearn about successproperties.around New Hampshirestoriescommunities or propertywherehave qualified and par-ownersin this program to redeveloticipatedproperties such as: for-factories, mills, service stationsmerdry cleaners, salvageor buildings that containedyardshazardous materials.how you can nominateDiscoverproperty in your community toaincluded in this program.beare free ofPresentationsand open to all participants,chargeincluding private prop-owners, towns, prospectiveertysellers and commer-purchasers,lenders.cialare being heldPresentationsthe region from 6:30-8:30 p.m.inon page 12)(Continuedpart in the Mathieu’s Martial Arts testing on March 26 were, front, from left, Billy Tallmage,TakingBrooks, Sophie Grondin, Samuel Giroux, Izik Thibodeau. Middle, Master Lynn Mathieu,JordanGlines, Angel Gallien, Madison mercer, Megan Hughes. Back, Master Renald Mathieu, TylerHunterBrandi Lambert, Colin Carlson, Zeb Brigham, Amanda Skidgel, Jane Palmer. CourtesyGallien,Friday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 11Community News(Continued from page 10)(802) 723-6551, ext. 117.p.m.Pittsburg Idol finals were held on Friday, March 25. The top three winners were, from the left,TheDeWitt, third place, Mariah Edmonds, second place, Michael Hanlon, first place. Thomas Jor-Cassidydan photo.all others is $14.had grown to over 14 million.the meeting.photo.Vermont and New Hampshire

April 14 at Colebrook ElementaryonSchool, 27 Dumont St.Colebrook, and on May 5 atinTown Hall Audito-Lancaster25 Main St., in Lancasterrium,you have questions orIflike more information,wouldMichelle Moren-Grey atemailmmoren@nccouncil.org.SENIORS NEWSCANAANand FrancoiseAlainDonald and GaetaineGosselin,and Georgette St-LaRochewere guests of the CanaanHilaireseniors on Wednesday.enjoyed cake and iceEveryonealthough there were nocream,birthday seniorsMarchThe 50/50 winners werethere.Nil Dube and FrancoiseJeanPenny sale door prizeGosselin.were SuzannewinnersDencie CunninghamWheeler,Fred Cunningham.andweek (April 6) theNextwill be soup, assortedmenupickles and chips,sandwiches,sophomore Adam Atkinson performed a lip sync atGrovetonSchool’s Talent Night. Tina McKenzie photo.GrovetonLoper and his son, Byriah, performed Flutes and Folklore atJohnlast GNWCA Winter Warmers concert for the season. The con-thewas held on Wednesday night at the Colebrook Country Club.certJordan photo.CharlesPlacey and her piano students provided some live music atLynneChamber of Commerce meeting held at the First ColebrookthePage 12The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011Community News(Continued from page 11)with squares for dessert.Kindergarten teacher Barbara Wheelock and her kindergartners pose with Joyce Brady asGrovetonpresents them with an agriculturally accurate book donated from the Coos County Farm Bu-shereau. The Kindergarten class will visit the Brady farm later in May. Vicky Bailey photo.Bank last week. Courtesy photo.

Junkman (Donald Knaack) plays on the kitchen sink at CanaanTheSchool.a Junkmusic concert at Canaan School, the Junkman leads fourth graders with their instrumentsAtwood—including the pallet, right foreground.ofFriday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 13North Country Photo AlbumThe Junkman And Students Make Music In CanaanPhotos by Donna JordanLeft photo: Canaan sixth graders played music using a combination of wood and metal materials. Right photo: the fourth grade t aps a rhythm on chairs.The fifth grade taps a tune on a file cabinet.Everyone joined in for a Junkmusic jam, using recycled materials to tap a beat.

freshman students perform a take off on the TV show “American Idol.” Tina McKenzieGrovetonphoto.Gosselin and Donald LaRoche entertaining the Canaan Seniors on Wednesday. Photo courtesyAlainBrockney.BilliePage 14The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011Community NewsGroveton freshmen students lip sync at the Groveton School Talent Night. Tina McKenzie photo.

of limited means residingfamiliesin Coos and northern Graf-Counties. AHEAD is atonmember of Neighbor-proudAmerica, a national networkWorksof more than 240 commu-based organizations thatnityhealthy communities.fostermore information on this orForAHEAD programs includ-otherAHEAD’s homebuyer educatioingworkshops, and adulteducation programsfinancialSamantha Canton atcontactext. 4010, scanton@homesahead.org444-1377,or visit usthe web at www.homesahead.org.onThis way no one feels thetics.is theirs because itpositionLet’s get a semblance ofisn't.and integrity in politicshonestyI know that stands a snowballsandchance but it is good toisn't it.dreamthis punishment from theIsfor the Northern Passstatejust like trying to shutprotestour rest areas in thedownCountry?NorthHaynes, Jr.,HavenFalls, Vt.Beecherthe Editor,Towould like our commu-Weto be aware of the populationityloss in Haiti after the ma-earthquake on Jan. 12,jorwith an epicenter near2010,The earthquakePort-au-Prince.a magnitude of 7.0 andhadwere 33 aftershocks rangingtherefrom 4.2 to 5.9 magnitudes.earthquake resulted inThelives lost and $14 bil-250,000in damage cost. Haiti is alioncountry and cannot easilypoorthemselves after thisrebuildnatural disaster.tragic,remember Haiti, theyPleaseneed your help.stillScottGabrielleAinsworthEmmaMcKenzieKate-LynnLancasterviews.Governor then said toThethat he had told Gary Longmeof Public Service of New(CEOthat unless PSNHHampshire)get the residents of thecouldCountry “on board” withNorthPass, the projectNortherngo anywhere.”“wouldn’tpersonally found this com-Ito be very amusing on somentlevels. How much moremanythe residents of the NorthcanNOT be on board withCountryPass?Northernknow we in the NorthIhave all expressed ourCountrydispleasure many timestotalthat we are completely “onoverAGAINST Northernboard”and the devastation it willPasson our culture, our prop-wreakvalues, and the primaryertyof our livelihood.foundationI ask you all to write toButGovernor, one more time,ourhis office with yourfloodingreminding him of hisletters,that Northern Pass willstancego without the citizens ofnotNorth Country being “onthefor this abominable pro-board”that will surely ruin life asjectknow it here in our homes inweNorth Country. Ask him totheout publically with a firmcomesupporting Northstatementvoters with what heCountryme the other morning.toldwe can get him andUnlesssenior state and nationalotherfigures do so, they givepoliticaland encouraging thisportingover the wishes andprojectof their constituents.wellbeingcannot allow them to getWewith any such chicaneryawaypolitical doublespeak. Theoris either with us orGovernorthe powerful vested interestforwho are only in it for thegroupsregardless of who itmoneydamages.keep constant pressureLet’sthe Governor until he beginsonlisten to and respect ourtoand positively respondwishes,them. Stay strong; staytoDo not waiver or be discouragedunited.about how hard thisof resistance is, or howprocessit will take to win this bat-longfor our way of life. Believetleyou can win…and you justthatmight.J.C. "Duffy" DaughertyHonState RepresentativeNHCounty District 1CoosColebrookLynch’s mailingGovernoris:addressof the GovernorOfficeHonorable John LynchTheState HouseNHNorth Main Street107208 Roomof conserving energy collectivelywayfor the day, and it isthe word will get to thehopedEngland utility companiesNeware proposing the NorthernwhichPass line—Northeast Utili-of Connecticut and NStar oftiesNew EnglandBoston—thatnot need their proposeddoesenergy.are recommendingProponentsthat only those who won’tharmed by shutting off theirbeshould do so, noting thatpowerof the Clinical Career Training classes held at the Country Village Center in Lancaster.Graduatesfrom left, Amy Jo Lauzon, Faleasha King, Katelyn Carpenter, Christine Frost, Nicole Vike,Front,Roger Daigle II, RN. Back, Instructor Carolyn Daigle RN, Jodi Gray, Dave Astle, KatrinaInstructorParks.Friday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 15Education(Continued from page 8)Burton, Daugherty(Continued from page 3)Letters(Continued from page 5)Concord, NH 03301-4990Power Off Day(Continued from page 1)(Continued on page 23)the appearance they are sup-Health Care

SHOPPE BAGTHRIFTIN WHITEFIELDSALEin Whitefield is havingShoppeearly spring bag sale onan7, 8, and 9. The cost is $5Aprilbag. The public is invited toafor clothing, books, puzzlesshophousehold items. Inventoryandon a daily basis. Therechangesa good selection of spring/isclothing available sosummeryou can update your warmthatwardrobe.weathershop is at 4 Main St.Thefrom Cumberland Farms.acrosshours are Monday-Businessfrom 10 a.m.–5 p.m.;Saturdayuntil 6 p.m. on MondaysopenThursdays. For more information,andcall the shop at 837-The shop is a mission9044.of Community Baptistoutreach27 Jefferson Road,Church,Whitefield.QUE. HOSTSBULWER,PATRICK’S NIGHTST.evening of March 18 wasThewith Irish tunes in thefilledQuebec, CommunityBulwer,The night kicked off atCenter.7:30 p.m. with manyaroundmusicians entertaining.localevening included JaniceTheTerry Howell, DaveGraham,Wayne Nutbrown,Bessant,McBurney, Don Atkins,DavidHyman, Ken Hyman,JackieWeary, Robert WearyKathleenmany others. These veryandmen and women put ontalentedshow that will be talked aboutamonths to come. The showforattended by close to 90 peoplewasfrom around the region,everyone tapping theirwithto a good mix of music.toesPATRICK’S DAYST.LENNOXVILLEINPharmacy ValerieThein Lennoxville, Que-Courchesnehosted a St. Patrick’s Daybec,on March 17 with continu-partymusic and dancing startingous10 in the morning and endingat2 in the afternoon. Musiciansaboutincluded Janice Graham,Nutbrown, Elmer andWayneAndrews, Angie Nut-SheliaWard and many othersbrownall took their turn at enter-whothe crowd of people whotaininggathered to listen andhadto the good old IrishdanceThis Irish party has be-tunes.a tradition at the pharmaccomeevery St. Patrick’s Dayevery year it seems to getandand better.biggercoffee was served allIrishthe day. It put athroughoutIrish feeling in the bellywarmafter a few everyone wasandto do an Irish jig. The dayreadya complete success.wasDISPLAYARTISTEAST ANGUSINart show was held on theAnof March 12 and 13 atweekendSt. Louis de France ChurchtheEast Angus, Que. Twelveinartists were featured withlocalpaintings depicting manytheirscenes from around thelocalTownships. One of theEasternJocelyn Huppe, displayedartists,her paintings on mirrors.prices of the paintings atTheshow ranged from $50 tothehundred dollars. Theseveralwas a very good settinglocationthe show because it gaveforplenty of room toeveryonethe left, Terry Howell, Dave Bessant, Dave McBurney andFromNutbrown perform at the St. Patrick’s night in Bulwer,Waynewere many who came to the Pharmacy Valerie CourchesneThereLennoxville on St. Patrick’s Day to listen to some Irish musicinFireside Fiddlers entertained a large audience at Weeks Memorial Library in Lancaster last Sunday.TheFiddlers are, from the left, Gordon Gray, Charles Jordan, Joyce Ball, Paul Cormier, Dick Rosser,Demers, John Roberge, Dalton Binette and Patrick Ross, and guitarist Roland Cotnoir.LyndallJordan photo.Donnashow their works and itreallypeople a chance to look atgaveof the oldest churches inoneregion. theweekend was well attendedTheby a few hundred anda huge success.wasBellam—CoreyFAIR HOLDSCOOKSHIRELUNCHBENEFITCookshire Fair BoardThea benefit lunch on March 8heldthe Armory on Main StreetatBury, Que. The lunch in-infour kinds of soups,cludedsquares, cakes, tea,sandwiches,and other goodies. Aftercoffeelunch the crowd enjoyed antheof playing cards.afternoonlunch was attended byThe50 people. It was held tooverraise money for the Cook-helpFair which is held aroundshiremiddle of August everytheIt is always a good chanceyear.celebrate the birthday of thetocitizen, Verna Westgate,oldestturned 103 on March 15.whowas not able to attendVernayear due to an illness but athisto her family. Vernapresentedamazing and still drives heriseven at 103 years old. Shecaralone and very seldomlivesan event.missesBellam—CoreySHOW INBOATQUE.SHERBROOKE,the weekend of March 4-Ona boat show was held at the6,de Foires in Sherbrooke,CentreThe show featured overQue.boats ranging from luxury100sport boats, wakesurfyachts,pontoon boats, sail boats,boats,skis, jet boats, cruisers andjetboats. All the majorfishingwere featured and moremakershappy to show their productsthanto the public.was a very interestingThisthat the whole familyshowenjoy. It was attended bycouldnever-ending line of peopleaall over the eastern townshipsfromand beyond.PATRICK’SST.JAMBOREEMUSICANAF Unit 318 (TheThelocated in Lennoxville,Hut)hosted a St. Patrick’s MusicQue.,Jamboree on March 12.at 11 a.m. with theStartingof Irish coffee that gaveservinga warm feeling, theeveryonebegan around 2 p.m. withmusiclocals playing to a crowdmanyclose to 150 people, all danc-ofand tapping their toes toingof the best music the re-somehas to offer. One of thegionconsisted of five playersbandshadn’t played together forwhoTerry Sutton,years—includingdrove up from Connecticutwhojoin his friends at the Hut.toguitarist Huzon GrenierBasswhen he was contacted tosaidhe had to dig out his bassplaywhich he hadn’t playedguitar20 years. It was a great dayformusic and remembering oldofPRACTICERESCUESAWYERVILLEINBeecher Falls Vol. FireTheteamed up with the Saw-Dept.Fire Dept. in Quebec forervilleoff-road rescue practice onanboats on display at the Boat Show held in Sherbrooke, Que., the first weekend of March. CoreySailphoto.BellamPage 16The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011Around The RegionThriftFriends-N-Neighbors—Corey Bellam—Corey Bellamtimes.—Corey Bellam—Corey BellamMarch 5.(Continued on page 17)birthday cake and flowers wereQue. Corey Bellam photo.and dance in the store. Corey Bellam photo.

practice started at 1Theat the Sawyerville Firep.m.when a “call” came in ofStationfour-wheeler crash just offaRoad involving threeLabreeone with minor injuriespeople,two with major injuries.andSawyerville first re-Thewere dispatched to thespondersalong with the fire de-sceneThe practice includedpartment.the Beecher Falls Firecallingfor mutual aid along withDept.ATV rescue unit to aidtheirthe triage and transport ofwithcrash victims. The scenetheone man with brokenincludedone man trapped under alimbs,which was on hisfour-wheeler,and a third victim suffer-back,head trauma and neededingattention.specialscenario was organizedTheCapt. Henry Paintin of thebyFire Dept. ThisSawyervilleput the Sawyerville andeventtheir paces—it was athroughtrue-to-life practice withveryvictims screaming andtheacting their parts.reallytwo teams rapidlyTheto the three injured vic-tendeddid the triage, packagedtims,transport and safely trans-foreveryone to the roadside.portedSawyerville and BeecherTheteams are very talentedFallsexperienced in rescue andandwhich made Beechertransport,Chief Steve Young andFallsChief Mike HerringSawyervillethe Cookshire-Eaton depart-ofvery proud.mentsBeecher Falls station isThe30-plus miles from theaboutstation and it takesSawyerville30 minutes for them toaboutwhich makes Beecherarrive,a very good backup forFallsand vice versa.SawyervilleSt. Louis de France Church in East Angus, Que., was the siteThean art show on March 12 and 13. This is one of the oldestofDauntless (Dan Caouette) is wowed and won by Princess Winifred (Christine Caouette) in thePrinceTown Players’ production of “Once Upon a Mattress,” the musical by Mary Rodgers and Mar-ColonelBarer. This is the wild but “true” full-costumed story of The Princess and The Pea we all learnedshallwhen we were growing up. Bring your family so you can all get the story straight and,incorrectlythe way, hear some of Broadway’s biggest (and loudest) hits. Shows are April 8 and 9 and 15along16 at 7:30 at the Lancaster Town Hall. Tickets are at the door. Courtesy photo.andartists were on display at the art show held in East Angus on March 12 and 13. Corey BellamTwelvephoto.of Verna Westgate’s friends and family were on hand for the Cookshire Fair benefit lunch andManybirthday celebration. Seated at the table, from the left, are members of her family: NormaVerna’sIlah Batley, John Gill and Bruce Batley. Verna, who is 103, was home with a sinus infectionGill,Bellam photo.CoreyFriday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 17Around The Region(Continued from page 16)—Corey BellamBeecher Falls rescue teamschurches in the region. Corey Bellam photo.

photo: From the left, musicians Ivan Moreault (fiddle), Togo Belanger (drums), Huzon Grenier (bass) and Terry Sutton (stee l) were reunited at the St. Patrick’s celebrationLeftat The Hut in Lennoxville, Que. From the left, Philip Patton, Scott Mackay, John Little and Wendel Pehleman was one of man y musicians who performed at the St.The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011Page 18Around The RegionPatricks Jamboree at The Hut in Lennoxville. Corey Bellam photos.

Beecher Falls and Sawyerville Fire Depts. load a “victim” onto the Beecher Falls rescue ATV duringThea training in Quebec.Beecher Falls and Sawyerville Fire Depts. work closely together and held a joint off-road trainingTherecently. From left, Bill Allen, Todd Nichols, Scott DeGray, Mike Herring, Yvon Laroche, LouissessionTim Morrison, Mike Campagna, Chris Anderson, Andre Gagnon, Bert Ruel, Henry Paintin,Laroche,Audit, Bruno Rouleau, Steve Young.Alex● VINYL ● TILECARPET● COMMERCIALRESIDENTIALYEARS EXPERIENCE371-603-237-4510Friday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 19North Country Photo AlbumBusiness DirectoryBorder Fire Depts. Training SessionPhotos by Corey BellamBeecher Falls Fire Dept. and the Sawyerville, Que., Fire Dept. practiced off-road rescues onThe5 in Sawyerville. From the left, Sawyerville Fire Dept. members Chief Mike Herring, Tim Mor-Marchrison and Mike Campagna tend to “victim” Chris Anderson.CarpentersContractorsBuildersThe Best HomeService in theNorth Country.“FREE ESTIMATES”COLEBROOK, NH 03576LowestPrices!CallRedAndSaveSomeBread!

E. KINGALTONVt.—AltonBLOOMFIELD,King, 94, of Bloomfield, Vt.,E.away late Sunday after-passedMarch 27, 2011, at thenoon,Connecticut Valley Hos-Upperin Colebrook, with hispitalat his side.familywas born on Sept. 14,Hein Perham, Maine, a son1916,the late Linneus and EdnatoKing.(Roy)did many differentAltonin his working life, in-thingsfarming and as a truckcludinghauling pulp wood fordriverBrown Company. He alsotheand sanded roads forplowedBrown Company, and hethea carpenter for more thanwasyears. At one time, he was40a farmer. Alton was analsobird hunter and fisherman,avidand he loved snowmobi-He loved his many longling.trips with hissnowmobilingfriends.is survived his son,HeSmith of Thomaston,Charlestwo brothers, Roy KingConn.;Woodland, Maine, and Floydofof Limestone, Maine; andKingstepchildren, Clara Steady,hisAnn Tyler, Beth Wil-CarolDanny and Ronny Martinliams,as well as his belovedand nephews. Alton isniecesin death by his firstprecededPriscilla (Bouchard) Kingwife,1987; his second wife, FlorainKing in 1994; three(Shatney)Angelia Curtis, Irissisters,and Rachel Kahn;Boucharda stepson, Junior Martin.andhours were on MarchCalling2011, at Jenkins and New-31,Funeral Home in ColebrookmanA funeral service will beon Friday, April 1, at 11heldat the Community Baptista.m.in Colebrook. PastorChurchWeberg will officiate. AJustinservice and intermentcommittalwill take place in theat St. Pius Cemetery inspringErrol.of sympathy inExpressionsmemory may be made to thehisBaptist Church, c/oCommunityJ. Weberg, 15 Bridge St.,PastorNH 03576. CondolencesColebrook,may be offered to theonline by going tofamilywww.jenkinsnewman.com.arrangements areFuneralthe direction of JenkinsunderNewman Funeral Home,andColebrook.E. GOODRUMBERNARDE.COLEBROOK—Bernard77, passed away unexpectedlyGoodrum,early WednesdayMarch 30, 2011, atmorning,Upper Connecticut Valleythein Colebrook after aHospitalillness.briefwas born on June 11,Berniein Littleton. He was1933,in Columbia by ErnestraisedIda Goodrum and attendedandschools. He servedColebrookhonor in the U.S. Navywiththe Korean conflict.duringdid a number of dif-Berniejobs in his working life,ferentcarpentry work forincludingAdair, as a securityMiltonat the Balsams and heguardfor Linwood Purrington’sworkedelectrical contracting busi-for a time. In his retirementnessBernie enjoyed being anat the state rest areaattendantRte. 3 in Colebrook. He alsoonwoodworking.enjoyedwas very active in patri-Heorganizations, serving asoticCommander of both thePastLegion Post 47 inAmericanVt., and the VFW 5243Canaan,North Stratford. Bernie wasina member of the AncientalsoAccepted Scottish Rite Masons,andand a member of Gilkey101 in Groveton and EveningLodgeStar Lodge 37 in Cole-F.&A.M.brook,his younger years, BernieInto fish, but his most cherishedlovedtime was spent with hisand greatgrandchildren.grandchildrenis survived by his wife ofHeyears, Ethel (Mills) Goodrum57Colebrook; seven children,ofGoodrum of Milan, RobinEarland husband ThomasMcAlisterFt. Lauderdale, Fla., Evaofand husband Terry ofGuyDorothy Uran ofManchester,Ernest Goodrum andEnfield,Jennifer of Colebrook,wifeLashua and husbandHopeof Gilman, Vt., andLeonGoodrum and fiancéKristeyHynes of Berlin; 15Randyand 16 greatgrandchildren.grandchildren;He is precededdeath by his parents; ainSandra Covell indaughter,a brother, Clarence Goodrum;1980;and a sister, Helen Reynolds.hours will be on Sat-CallingApril 2, 2011, from 11urday,p.m. at Jenkins anda.m.–1Funeral Home inNewmanA funeral serviceColebrook.immediately follow at 1willat the funeral home withp.m.committal service and intermentAwith military honors willin the spring at the ColebrookoccurVillage Cemetery.of sympathy inExpressionsmemory may be made to thehisFibrosis Foundation,Pulmonary811 West Evergreen Ave.,303, Chicago, IL 60642, orSuiteat www.pulmonary-onlineCondolences mayfibrosis.org.offered to the family onlinebegoing to www.jenkinsnewman.com.byarrangements areFuneralthe direction of JenkinsunderNewman Funeral Home,andColebrook.(DALEY) BOLDUCRUBY(Daley)LITTLETON—Ruby87, of Mount Misery,Bolduc,died Friday, MarchLittleton,2011 at Littleton Regional25,Hospital.in Bloomfield, Vt., onBorn6, 1924 she was a daugh-Feb.of Daniel D. Daley, Sr. andter(Bergeron) Daley.Phoebewas a graduate ofRubyHigh School, Class ofStratfordShe enjoyed crafts, crossword1942.puzzles and spreadingcheer.goodRuby and Robert firstWhenthey lived in Connecticutmarriedand then moved to Bloom-They spent 20 years infield.where she helpedHudson,run ROBO TruckingRobertretiring in 1984. She thenuntilto Florida and returnedmovedLittleton in 2006.tois survived by her twoRubyPhoebe Crais of Sac-daughters,Calif., and Lorettaramento,Smith and husbandAprilof Wilton; one son,LamarBolduc of Littleton;Georgegrandchildren and sevensevenShe is alsogreat-grandchildren.by one brother, Donaldsurvivedof St. Johnsbury, Vt.; twoDaleyNorma Toussaint of St.sisters,Vt.; June Busky ofJohnsbury,Maine; a daughter-in-Portland,Brenda Bolduc of Edge-LawFla.; two sister-in-laws,water,Daley of West Stew-Paulineand Ethelyn Daley ofartstownVt., and severalLyndonville,nephews and cousins.nieces,was predeceased byRubyhusband, Robert H. Bolduc,her2003; son Robert D. Bolducin2001; granddaughter Angelainin 1972; five brothers,BolducDaley, Raymond Daley,EugeneDaley, Daniel Daley,Williamand Bernard Daley; andJr.,sisters, Hanah PinkhamtwoMargaret Fortin.anddonations may beMemorialin Ruby’s name to either,madeNorthwoods Home HealththeHospice, 278 Main St.,andNH 03584 or theLancaster,High School Alumni,StratfordMary Woodward, 1050 Lan-c/oRoad; Lancaster, NHcaster03584.hour will be held onCallingApril 2, 2011, fromSaturday,noon to 1 p.m. at the Armstrong-Charron12Funeral HomeGroveton. Funeral servicesinfollow at the funeral homewillher daughters officiating.withwill be at a later date inBurialBloomfield Catholic Cemetery.thevia the online registerdolencesone may go to,book,www.armstrongcharronfuneralhome.com.S. CLERMONTNICOLES.COLEBROOK—Nicole71, of Colebrook,Clermont,known as Nicky, passedbetteron Tuesday, March 22,awayat the Coos County Nurs-2011,Home after a difficult battleinglung cancer.withwas born on Nov. 1,Nickyin Liege, Belgium to1939,and Aramus Leclercq.Nathaliecame to the United StatesShe1955 with her family. Sheinin Lowell, Mass., wherelivedmarried James McCormackshehad a daughter, Paula, inandShe was widowed in1959.She later met and remar-1961.to Ron Clermont and had ariedRon Clermont, Jr., in 1967.son,studied to be a hairdresserNickyand was known to dofor her family and friends.hair1972, she and her familyInthe move to Pittsburg andmadeLakeview Cabins, betterboughtas Lopstick Lodge today.knownespecially loved to cook andShecare of her many gueststakefriends. She carried on inandtradition of cooking andthatcare of people when shetakingher family built Nicky'sandKitchen in 1986. ThereCountrybecome infamous for hershebuns and her large pan-stickywhich if left unfinished,cakes,customer could expect to betheon by the cook herself.satis preceded in deathNickyhusband, James McCormack;herher second husband,V. Clermont; sistersRonaldGreenwood, MoniqueCarmenand brother ClaudeButton;She is survived by herLeclercq.Paula Pierce, and herdaughter,Barry, of Pittsburg;husband,son, Ron V. Clermont, Jr.,herManchester; three grand-ofJamie Gray of Pittsburgdaughters,and Tarann and Karsynof Goffstown; twoClermontNora andgreat-grandchildren,Gray; two brothers, MikeAidanof Stewartstown andLeclercqLeclercq of Pelham; andDanielnieces and nephews.manywill be greatly missed byShefamily and friends, but re-heras the warm, giving,memberedand funny person thatlovingwas. She leaves behind ashehole in all of our heartshugeprecious memories.butmemorial service isAfor Saturday, April 2,plannedthe Pittsburg Communityatfrom 1-4 p.m.Center,in lieu of flowersDonationsbe made in her memory tocanJude’s Children’s HospitalSt.the Two Rivers Ride for Cancerorc/o Rosemary Mulliken atthe crime of forgerycommittedshe purported to defraudwhenBank when she knowinglyCitizenspresented the five preced-checks for cash, knowing theingwere supposedly writtenchecksher by Vernon K. Hartlen,towere not. These are Class Bbutif convicted.felonies,Bailey, 39, of Grove-Rickeyin November at West Stewartstowton,purported to commitcrimes of assault while astheinmate at the Coos Countyanof Corrections he knowinglyHousecaused unprivileged physi-contact to two correctionscalby pushing one officerofficersof the way, and causing bodilyoutinjury to another officer byhim and knocking himhittinghis feet, which resulted in aoffinjury.backDana, 38, of WestRogerallegedly commitedStewartstowntwo crimes of receivingproperty knowing thatstolenproperty belonged to An-theLarochelle. Each one ofdrewtwo crimes was found to betheexcess of $1,000. These areinA felonies, and if con-Classhave a prison term ofvicted,and one half to 15 years,sevena fine of $4,000.andPotter, 53, of Grove-Dennisdid allegedly commit twotonof indecent exposure andcrimeswhen he engaged inlewdnesscontact with himself insexualpresence of others, one childtheless than 16 years of age,beingthe other being just 16andof age. Potter was alsoyearsfor sexual assault on aindictedunder the age of 16 years.minorcarries a penalty of $1,200Thisany single offense and homeforor imprisonmentconfinementany amount of time decidedforthe court.bySheltry—CharlottePage 20The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011ObituariesFirst Colebrook Bank.Superior Court(Continued from page 3)Alton E. KingBernard E. GoodrumNicole S. ClermontFor localWeatherupdatesand ourVideo Newsof theWeek,Visit our websitewww.colebrookchronicle.comPastor Cindy Grassi officiating.To send the family your con-

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are many who requirethereelectricity for healththeAlso, because it isneeds.Sunday, those who areEasterto cook and serve anplanningdinner should not feelEasterburden of having to turnthethe power at that time,offa dinner by candlelightalthoughor lantern might prove torewarding. In addition,beare not being askedbusinessesparticipate—only privatetoIt has been sug-homeowners.that bottles and jugs cangestedfilled with water and frozenbeadvance of the Power OffinThe frozen jugs can thenday.used to keep food cold in thebeAnother sugges-refrigerator.is to fill the bathtub withtionfor emergency use.waterfrom throughout theManyhave already indicatedstatewill be taking part in thetheyOff day—either for a fewPoweror for the full 24 hourshoursbegins at midnight on(whichnight). AdditionalSaturdayOff days are planned forPowerof board member Harlannation(see accompanyingConnaryThe board will now advertisestory).in local newspapers fortown resident to fill the vacantaseat, will hold interviewsfill the seat as soon as possible,andsaid Stratford chair Jackin a phone interview onAveryWednesday.said that in accordanceAverywith the public’s wish tothe high school portion ofcloseschool, the school board didtheon Tuesday to bus thosedecidewho wish to attendstudentsHigh School startingGrovetonthe fall. The number of stu-inthat will be going to GHSdentsnot known at this time, be-isthere are several familiescauseare choosing to homewhotheir children, and severalschoolVermont students nowStratford, who haveattendingfreedom of choice when ittheto attending high school,comesnot yet decided wherehavewill be attending. Buttheyare presently 24 studentsthereGrades 9-12, including Vermontinstudents, said the Strat-School office staff yesterdayfordboard will meet with theTheSchool BoardNorthumberlandApril 5 in Groveton to set upondetails of the move. And thethewill also continue to discusboardthe re-structuring of GradesFriday, April 1, 2011The Colebrook Chronicle Page 23Power Off DayStratford(Continued from page 1)(Continued from page 15)the summer.K-8, Avery said.If It’sFridayYou Must BeReadingTheChronicle!

Young of Colebrook took this photo of a bald eagle in a tree along the Connecticut River near Canaan,BenVt., on Tuesday. He said there was another one flying around nearby.Page 24The Colebrook Chronicle Friday, April 1, 2011OutdoorsWhere The North CountryConnects With The World!www.colebrookchronicle.com