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by Laurie Jasper
Storytellers broaden our minds: engage,
provoke, inspire, and ultimately, connect
us. This is a quote from actor-director-
producer Robert Redford, the president
and founder of The Sundance Institute. For
almost 30 years, the Institute has hosted the
Sundance Film Festival for two weeks each
January in and around Park City, Utah, where
independent artists from around the world
showcase their talents. This year, Salem High
School graduate Alex Disenhof attended the
prestigious festival for the premiere of the
movie Fishing Without Nets. Alex worked
as cinematographer on the lm, his rst
collaboration with writer/director Cutter
Hodierne.
Alex remembers that his late grandfather,
Lester Disenhof, loved to take pictures. I
think I got my interest from him, he was an
avid photographer, he even had his own dark
room, recalled Alex. I got my rst camera
in middle school, when I was about 13 years
old. I started out doing little movies on my
Local Man Makes His Own Violin
by Bob Gibbs
With just a random walk past his television set, John Ruggerio received inspiration
for his next wood art project. John glanced at the television, which was tuned to New
Hampshire Chronicle. They were airing a piece on a woodworker that was specializing
in handmade violins, violas and cellos. John sat down to watch the show and told his
wife that he could do that.
This got John started on his project of building a handmade violin in his home
woodshop. John has been carving wood since 1994. He has a special love
for making bird carvings and artwork. The unique signature that he gives his
artwork is to give the observer a sense that the birds are ying. His duck
decoys range from new hand painted works to a very large decoy that has
been antiqued to look 100 years old and is displayed on his back porch
overlooking Canobie Lake.
In 1996, John was awarded a blue ribbon at his very rst art
competition. The award winning carving, a canvas back duck oating
decoy, later sold quickly in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Johns rst
world championship was in 1997 for his great blue heron piece. John
has won many ribbons since then.
Johns workshop is the converted breezeway of the home that he
renovated from the inside out. His home is beautifully decorated
with many pieces of his artwork. He lives there with his wife Joyce;
together they have raised three daughters and now enjoy their four
grandchildren. John very much enjoys sailing his boat on the lake in the
summer.
Alex Disenhof - from Salem to Sundance Alex Disenhof - from Salem to Sundance
Above:
Alex and his late grandfather Les Disenhof
Left:
Alex with actors Idil Ibrahim and Abdi Kani
at the Sundance premiere
Alex shooting a scene
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Right: John Ruggerio holding his homemade violin with the kit violin on the wall
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by Bob Gibbs
Citizens Bank and Volunteer NH have named
Brett Grande a Good Citizen for his outstanding
commitment to the Salem community. The Good
Citizen award is a new volunteer recognition program
that honors people who demonstrate an exceptional
commitment to volunteerism and, through their efforts,
strengthen the communities where they live and work.
As part of the award, a $250 donation was made in
Grandes honor to Salem New Hampshire Softball.
The presentation of the award and the donation were
made at the Knightly meeting room at Salem Town Hall.
Making the presentation were Holly Doherty of Citizens
Bank and Charles Caldwell of Volunteer NH. Attending
the ceremony were Bretts wife Keri, their 10-year-old
daughter, Hannah and seven year old son, Ethan. Both
children attend the Lancaster School in Salem. Brett
also had other friends and family in attendance.
Brett has been a Salem resident since 1987. When
his son Ethan started playing T-ball, Brett volunteered
as the teams coach. And with his daughter Hannah
playing softball, Brett came to the aid of the softball
team and the league. Brett gives his wife Keri much
of the credit for his volunteerism. Between his
volunteering, Brett nds time to get to his profession
of automobile technician at Bonneville, Chrysler, Jeep,
Dodge in Manchester.
Brett Grande Brett Grande
Named a Named a
Good Citizen Good Citizen
Short Deliberative Session
by S. Aaron Shamshoyan
In a meeting lasting less than two hours, voters and
selectmen were able to slash over $450,000 from the total
of all warrant articles slated for the March ballot.
While the deliberative session last Saturday was short,
about 100 voters were in attendance as selectmen offered
amendments to warrant articles.
Warrant Article Eight; a bridge reconstruction bond to
rebuild the Shannon Road Bridge over Providence Hill
Brook, Teague Drive Bridge over the Spicket River and
Cove Road Extension over Arlington Pond was reduced by
$234,976 from its original $1,653,000 price tag.
Brett Grande
Named a
Good Citizen
Brett Grande surrounded by his wife, Keri and children
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Teague Drive Bridge over the Spicket River sits covered in snow after it
was deemed unsafe for travel last year and closed. If passed, Article eight
would fund the reconstruction if this bridge along with two others.
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Reduces Warrant
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The following students have been named to the Deans List at the
University of New Hampshire for the fall semester: Tony AbouJaoude
(High Honors), Nicole Camuso (High Honors), Brianna Cole (High
Honors), Rebecca Collins (High Honors), Jennifer Courcelle (High
Honors), Jacob Cuomo (Honors), Leah Daley (High Honors), Amy
Desrosiers (Honors), Kerri Dodier (High Honors), Nicholas Frederico
(Highest Honors), Jonathan Gallant (Highest Honors), Stephanie
Gibbons (Highest Honors), Max Gordon (Highest Honors), Stephanie
Graffeo (High Honors), Tyler Gullbrand (Honors), Brittany Haidaichuk
(Highest Honors), David Harris (Honors), Ellen Haynes (Highest
Honors), Taylor Hughes (Highest Honors), Sean Liston (Highest
Honors), Adriana Lonardo (Honors), Brianna Marand (High Honors),
Gabrielle Mele (High Honors), Jonathan Mitchell (High Honors),
Erika Moretti (Highest Honors), Joseph Mosher (Honors), Kelly Nolan
(Honors), Julia OBrien (High Honors), Justin OBrien (High Honors),
Sean OBrien (High Honors), Kevin ONeil (High Honors), Samantha
Ring (Highest Honors), Kassia Russell (Honors), David SanAntonio
(Honors), Nicolette Schwab (Highest Honors), Jacob Sidney (High
Honors), Trevor Sidney (High Honors), Rebecca Smeltzer (Highest
Honors), Alexander Stewart (High Honors), Haeley Stewart (Honors),
Bret Strassel (Honors), Matthew Survilas (High Honors), Erica Tilton
(Highest Honors), Michaela Tremblay (High Honors), Sadie Vigeant
(High Honors), Samantha Wholley (High Honors).
More than 2,000 high-achieving students have been named to the
Hofstra University Deans List for fall semester. The list includes the
following residents: Leawndra Oseghali, a freshman majoring in
liberal arts and sciences, and Peter Waters, a senior majoring in Video/
Television.
The following residents are among those to be named to the Roger
Williams University Deans List for the fall semester: Michael Loffredo,
majoring in Architecture; Patrick Lacroix, majoring in Engineering; and
Briana Tremblay, majoring in Undecided.
Andrew Steven Martin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Martin, was
named to the Deans List at Pensacola Christian College for academic
achievement during the fall semester.
The following residents were named to the Deans List during the fall
semester at Salve Regina University: Maquela Barron, a sophomore
majoring in Nursing, and Kyle Henrick, a senior majoring in Financial
Management.
The following area residents were named to the deans list at
Quinnipiac University for the fall semester: Mary Ellen Devine,
Margaret Fitzgerald, Kelly Lavallee, Jillian McColgan, Kathryn Scionti,
and Jaclyn Sheehan.
The following residents were among 1,303 students from Worcester
Polytechnic Institute (WPI) named to the universitys Deans List for
academic excellence for the fall semester: Kara Devaney, a junior
majoring in chemical engineering, and Anthony Kassas, a freshman
majoring in mechanical engineering.
Joseph Morin is a junior at Saint Anselm College. He is double
majoring in Economics and Accounting with a minor in History and
holds a cumulative GPA of 3.56. Morin is the starting left elder for the
Varsity baseball team and he tutors his peers in the fall season. Joseph
will be inducted to the Delta Epsilon Sigma National Scholastic Honor
Society on Sunday, February 16, with 21 other students from Saint
Anselm College. He is the son of George and Karen Morin.
Nicholas DAlessandro has been named to the Deans List for the fall
semester at the University of Vermont. Nicholas is a Biological Science
major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Marisa Auger, Brian Ayotte, Sydney Battle, Nicole Fastnacht,
Meghan Galvin, Zachary Guilmet, Christine Hayek, Lance Hill, Erin
Kelly, Rachel Murphy, Jessica Murphy, Alexa Palmisano, Christian
Tannous, and Gary Therrien have all achieved Deans List status for the
fall semester at Merrimack College.
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An extensive presentation by School Board Chairman Bernie
Campbell and Superintendent of Schools Michael Delahanty
helped inform voters of the deciencies of Salem High School
and the steps sought to repair the building.
There wont be a better time, Campbell told voters in the
schools television studio Monday. The Salem High School
building is much the same as it was in 1974.
Campbell said a renovation committee was set up, consisting of
local engineers and community members, to determine the best
solution for the high school.
After 18 months, the committee offered three solutions: a new
building, a renovation plan, and a Band-Aid approach to x
failing systems.
A new building would cost about $111,625,000 according to
Campbell and will also present other challenges. Where would
it be? he said, adding it would likely have to be placed away
from the center of town.
We have an investment in this building already, Campbell
said, noting much of the buildings main structure was still
sufcient.
The Band-Aid approach would carry a lesser price tag, but
Campbell warned the school would ultimately remain the same.
The plan would upgrade systems including electrical, plumbing,
heating, IT infrastructure and window systems, but would not
recongure the school.
The Band-Aid impact is not going to address the issues with
the spaces, Campbell said. The plan would cost over $34.5
million.
In March, voters will see a plan to provide extensive
renovations to the building, including reconguring of
classroom space, major security upgrades, and demolition and
reconstruction of community spaces such as the auditorium and
gymnasium.
Lance Whitehead of Lavallee Brensinger Architects said the
comprehensive plan would address the needs of students and the
community.
This is a community space, he said.
The proposal would renovate both the Career and Technical
Education Center and the school. Whitehead said some CTE
classrooms have limited to no natural light and are not conducive
to education.
Security would also be increased according to Whitehead. The
proposal calls for ofces to be moved to the Geremonty Drive
side of the building, which would become the main entrance.
Separate entrances would also be constructed for community
spaces, allowing the public to be separated from students. The
four-court gymnasium would be moved behind the current
location of the auditorium, allowing those spaces to share an
entrance.
Whitehead also said a science, technology, engineering, and
mathematical wing would be built in the area of the current four-
court gymnasium, which would be able to handle twenty rst
century technology.
The plan would be implemented over the course of three years
and would not impact student education, he said.
If approved, construction would begin in 2015, Whitehead
said, noting the rst changes would be establishing the new main
entrance, along with reconstruction of community spaces.
By fall 2015, students would be able to enjoy a new
gymnasium, cafeteria and auditorium, while classrooms would
remain untouched.
Construction on classrooms would begin in the fall of 2017
through the spring of 2018 and done in segments as to not impact
education. Other spaces would be completed by that time,
allowing classes to be held in the newly constructed parts of the
building.
The nal step of the project would be removing the portables in
May 2018, marking the end of the project.
The total cost of the renovation would be $74,745,000
according to Campbell, with a nearly $11 million grant coming
from the state; leaving taxpayers to raise just under $64 million.
The result is almost a new school, Campbell said, adding the
only things remaining would be some old bricks and steel.
Voters will see the bond proposal on the ballot this March,
which if approved, would call for three bonds being taken over
the course of the next three years to complete the project.
High School Renovation Presentation
Sharing Birthday with the Animals
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and member of the Soule PTA who also donated $500 to help support the project and Jamie Santo.
Collaboration to Support High School Renovation
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submitted by
Jodi Solt
Miranda Solt, of
Salem, celebrated
her fourth birthday
with the Salem
Animal Rescue
League. In lieu of
gifts for herself, she
asked her guests
to bring donations
for animals in need
instead.
Here she is
pictured with the
donations when
dropping them off
to the shelter.
submitted by Santo Insurance
Santo Insurance presented David
Tremblay, owner of Atkinson Graphics,
with a $2,000 check to purchase 4,000
Salem Pride Wristbands to give to all
students throughout the entire district
to promote awareness of the new high
school renovation project. Atkinson
Graphics and Fences Unlimited/Stove
Shoppe truly stepped up to support
the community and we are extremely
grateful for their contributions, said
Santo.
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Our federal government in Washington, DC,
continues head long to build huge unsustainable debt
that President Obama believes it is the way out of
our economic troubles as he said, We do not have
a spending problem. Apparently the white house
believes in nonstop spending not only his personal
family but spend and spend some more money
irresponsibly on trillions bail-out for companies too
big to fail, environmental companies for the Presidents
friends that cost the taxpayers billions of failed projects,
or the money sent to cities for good construction
projects that were not constructed but, then became
diverted grants to boast hiring police, teachers, and
fremen now the cities taxpayers are left holding
payrolls too large. Asking homeowners to accept more
taxes in a bail out to continue to provide those vital
services.
Te President expanding the welfare system and
health Obama/Care without a specifc work program
(by executive order). A lack of a real immigration
program encourages more illegals to cross the borders
of America for benefts. If these types of fscal
irresponsible programs were to continue for three more
years, under President Obama our debt may reach a
point of no return over 20 trillion dollars, endangering
Social Security/Medicare systems, and government.
Retirement Pension programs just like some European
countries are experiencing a real prescription for
disaster.
Even more importantly, our freedoms as Americans
are under threat by this Progressive Socialist
government. Te loss of freedom of religious
organizations who do not participate in the ungodly
practices pushed by Obama against their free will such
as Obama Care. Free enterprise businesses under
Obama Care forced to accept overly harsh mandated
Socialist laws in order to do business. Middle class
workers will feel the negative brunt even more, (all
business groups and public services departments) will
need to consider before expanding jobs in the future.
Tis crafty designed control by Obamas big
government seems designed to destroy the American
system of Freedom and our Bill of Rights, inspired
by our founding fathers in 1789. We need not see
this happen in the America we love, if we support free
enterprise and control spending, many believe that
Americas best days of prosperity and freedom are ahead
of us, for all Americans.
Ed Brooks, Salem
Church Ofers Answers
Watching the news on TV and reading the
newspaper, Im becoming more and more convinced
that there is a lot of confusion, frustration, fear and
anxiety in our country. At our Saints Mary and Joseph
Church here in Salem, weve been recently contacted by
homeless young people in their 20s and 30s, many of
whom have been divorced by their families. Couples
that I thought would have marriages that would last
for a lifetime, have split and gone their separate ways
with confused children wondering why. Others seem
to be on a path to self-destruction with drugs and other
addictions. If our country were a ship, I would wonder
if we have a faulty compass or a loose rudder that is
causing us to be of course. Actually, I am convinced
that this is true. Something is missing inside that is
causing so many to be lost in the wilderness ... even
while theyre in the midst of a crowd or the center of
a party. Whats missing is the compass placed in us at
birth that is supposed to direct our lives; its Gods Spirit
without which life is just a series of random events,
random highs and lows. We try to fll that void within
us with almost everything we can imagine but only One
presence makes us whole: Gods Spirit.
Te Catholic Churchs response to this need is to
ofer an experience through which people can come to
answer for themselves such questions as: What is the
meaning of Life? Does God really care about me? Is
there a purpose or plan for my life? What does the
message of Jesus have to do with any of this? It starts on
February 23 from 5 to 8 p.m., and runs for seven weeks.
It includes nourishment for your bodies as well as your
spirits. Call me at 560-4484 or e-mail me and Ill sign
you up.
Deacon David Costello, Saints
Mary and Joseph Parish, Salem
High School Renovations Now
No More Band-Aids
Id like to thank to the Municipal Budget
Committee, who recently voted to recommend the
High School Renovation Project. Tis is a necessary
step in moving our community forward. Renovations
to Salem HS and the CTE Center will provide
updated, modern facilities that meet current safety and
educational standards. Not only will a renovated HS
enhance the quality of education for existing students
but will also put Salem in a better place to compete with
surrounding communities who currently beneft from
up-to-date facilities. Tis will attract more families and
businesses to our community and increase property
values. Its a win, win.
As a community, we have done a great job over
the past few years coming together to support the
elementary renovations. Now it is time to address
the High School. With nearly 11 million dollars
in guaranteed state aid, the time is right. In 2007,
taxpayers made the decision not to renovate the High
School and as a result, this community gave up 14
million dollars in state aid. Lets learn from past
decisions. As the most widely used public building in
Salem, the HS needs to be renovated. Heating systems
are antiquated, the electrical system doesnt meet
state safety codes, mechanical systems are failing and
educational spaces are inadequate for todays rigorous,
technology dependent curriculum. Te Band-Aid
approach has outlived its usefulness and is not fscally
responsible. Failing to approve renovations now
will cost the taxpayers 34.5 million dollars in critical
repairs over the next 10 years. And in the end, we still
wont have a renovated facility that meets 21st century
educational needs. Interest rates and construction costs
will continue to rise and state aid may not be available
in the future. Te time to renovate is now.
If you are a Salem voter, please consider attending the
upcoming public presentation to learn more about the
scope and rationale behind the Renovation Project. It
will be held at the SHS TV Studio on February 3 at 7
p.m.
Kristine Nippert, Salem
New Hampshire
Pending Legislation
We Should Be Aware Of
Tere is currently an extremely important state-
level issue that all residents should familiarize
themselves with. As we all know, last year our House
representatives voted down the implementation of
governor Maggie Hassans single-casino plan (SB152)
that had already been approved by 89 percent of state
residents, with a NIMBY-proof 81 percent Salem
voters proposing a complex to be built right here at
Rockingham Park. Our Senate had already approved
the bill, to their credit. Nevertheless, our congressional
representatives votes (199-164) brutally failed their
constituents clearly-stated casino aspirations, as well
as ruined the fnancial windfall and job creation the
Granite State wouldve realized.
Te current status of Hassans proposal now rests
with the committee set up last year after the negative
vote, comprised of both Senate and House members,
who are studying the feasibility of the single-casino
plan, gambling regulations that would govern its
implementation, and estimated revenues to expect.
On the table is a bill for a 5,000 slot casino, with the
destination to be determined. And on a related topic,
the House this week is taking up discussion of HB485,
a proposal already passed by our Ways and Means
Committee, which would legalize Keno gambling in
New Hampshire bars and restaurants. Net revenue is
expected to be around $8-9 million annually and would
be earmarked to the state education fund and beneft
the states school system.
You dont have to be a card afcionado, nor one
of those restaurant patrons whod rather check of
numbers while staring at a Keno screen instead of
conversing with the rest of their group. Im not the
least bit interested in either activity. But to millions of
Americans this is a form of entertainment that, unless
theyre wagering their monthly mortgage payment,
has a manageable cost attached, just like a good meal
out or a concert does. And the fnancial benefts to
our cities and towns are obvious and dont have to be
restated here. So lets hope that as 2014 rolls out that
the political machine in Concord this time takes into
account the preferences of the voters who appointed
them.
William F. Klessens, Salem
Hopes to Serve
on Budget Committee
A few years ago, I moved to Salem to set down roots
and start a family. In that time, I have gotten married,
welcomed a daughter into the world and purchased a
home. I have had the opportunity to enjoy this special
community and appreciate the challenges that every
taxpayer faces. As I look to the future, I want to ensure
that Salem remains afordable and my children enjoy
the same special quality of life that we have and do.
Tis is why I hope to serve on the Budget Committee.
I want Salem to remain one of New Hampshires
most desirable communities and I hope the budgeting
process and quality of life here can be a model that
other cities and towns look to emulate.
If given the opportunity to serve, I will eagerly work
with those who have a passion for Salem and also wish
to make our community afordable for families and
citizens while also meeting our essential needs. In
approaching the town budget, I will bring the same
approach that each citizen brings to his/her household
budget. We must not spend more than we have and
government should appreciate that there is a limit to
what we can aford.
I look forward to spending the next several weeks
talking with my fellow neighbors and beginning a
constructive dialogue on how we can make Salem the
best community it can be.
Shannon Bettencourt, Salem
Please say Yes to our High School
Renovations on March 11
If you are saying No to the Salem NH High School
renovations you have not taken the tour of this
deplorable site.
I had the opportunity to take the tour and could
not believe the neglect and unsafe conditions this
educational institution has developed over the years
without any substantial renovations done.
Now is the time while we have the opportunity to
receive $11 million from the State to help with the
costs. Why give it to some other town? Our children
deserve a safe place and a school they can be proud of.
Why would we not do this for our community?
Listening to the awesome Career and Technical
Education Center planned renovation to the programs
of which would be escalated to the high technology
standards they are today, will beneft our children to
excel in the felds they most desire to lead their life in.
Its an investment into our future so please Vote Yes
on March 11
Jane Lang, Salem
Looking for Board
of Trustees Candidates
Te Birches is seeking interested candidates for
positions available on our Board of Trustees. If you
have an interest in public education or a desire to
volunteer your time, please consider attending our
informational session on Monday February 10 at 6 p.m.
at the school. You will have an opportunity to see our
facility and meet other Board Members. Our Board is
made up of a diverse group of 13 members including
educators, community business
professionals, and parents.
If you have a background or
interest in fnances, public relations,
education or the arts ... we could use
your expertise!
Our Story:
Te Birches is a public school
open to all New Hampshire
residents, tuition free. We opened
in Salem NH in September 2012
with 88 students and grew this year
to 168 students. Our mission is to
provide a learning community that
supports excellence in core academics and the arts while
cultivating the individual qualities and strengths of each
child.
Please contact us at trustees@birchesacademy.org
or 603-458-6399 for additional information, or to
RSVP for February 10. We are located at 419 South
Broadway, Salem, NH. Visit our website at www.
birchesacademy.org.
We look forward to meeting you!
Christie Storniolo, Te Birches
Academy of Academics and Art, Salem
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for Re-election to ZBA
I am pleased to announce my candidacy for re-
election to the Salem Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Since frst being elected to the board two years ago, I
believe that I have faithfully served the people of the
town of Salem. Te work the Zoning Board does is
important to this community. We play an important
role in helping to manage the growth of the town, so
that everyone in town benefts.
People who serve on the Zoning Board have a
responsibility to see not only the rules as they are laid
out in the town code, but also the circumstances of each
individual situation. I believe that I will do what it is
in the best interests of the town and its citizens for each
individual case.
During my time, we have handled a number of
dif cult issues, and I feel we have done well. I have
enjoyed my time serving, and I look forward to the
opportunity to serve my community for three more
years.
I hope that I will have your support for Zoning
Board on March 11.
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Take Elvis for a Walk?
submitted by Salem Animal Rescue League
Elvis is an endearing and high-spirited 11 month old Labrador/
Retriever mix who loves going on walks and playing. He would love
a family that is active and loving. He gets along very well with other
dogs and is very personable. Come meet Elvis and the other dogs
at the Salem Animal Rescue League (SARL) during our open hours:
Thursday 2 to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 12 to 4 p.m. We
would also like to mention that SARL currently has plenty of kittens
who are also available for adoption!
Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard, is what
Vice President Brian Hooper of Mechanical Systems Incorporated
(MSI) said his father instilled in him at a young age while starting
his company.
Hooper, one of three presenters at Helping Young Professionals
Excel (HYPE) Big Speaker Event in January, said growing up, he
liked working with his hands, which eventually lead to his current
career. I had to work more than everybody else, he said.
Hoopers father started MSI after selling off a large company of
over 100 employees. In 2003, he handed the company over to his
son.
My father really laid the foundation for the company, he said.
He built up MSI to what we are today.
And that foundation allowed Hooper the time to start Building
Dreams for Marines, a service helping disabled marines by
modifying their homes for increased accessibility. Its my passion,
I love doing it, Hooper said.
Hooper recalled a project where a marine purchased a house
prior to deployment and came back disabled and couldnt get in
or out of his house. The organization was able to make the home
accessible and functional for him. He should be able to wheel
himself out of the house, Hooper said.
HubSpot CEO Brian Halligan spoke about inbound marketing
and the strides his company is making to change the face of
advertising.
Halligan said new marketing trends are to create content to pull
people through websites, keeping them interested and engaged
with a site.
Websites are about to go through a transformation, Halligan
said, noting the importance of bringing visitors to a site and
keeping them there.
Al Getler, CEO of Ellie on Wheels Media, was the master of
ceremonies for the evening and spoke on leadership.
HYPE is a division of the Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce,
seeking to help young professionals engage in networking and
expand business opportunities. This years Big Speaker event was
the third annual event. Previous speakers included Steve Sweeney
of Chartwells and Ivan Misner, founder of BNI.

Vice President of MSI Brian Hooper (left) and HubSpot CEO Brian Halligan spoke to
young professionals at Atkinson Country Club about their
passion for business and service on January 23.
HYPE Big Speaker Event
Staff photo by S. Aaron Shamshoyan
by Bob Gibbs
Haverhill Bank held its grand opening of their newest branch
at 396 Main Street in Salem, New Hampshire on January 29.
Located at the former location of The Green Barn restaurant,
this is the sixth branch of the bank that was founded in 1877.
The Haverhill Bank also has branches at the Haverhill High
School and the Whittier Regional Technical School. These
branches are part of the marketing program, providing students
with hands-on banking experience.
Celebrating the grand opening were Salem Selectman Everett
McBride and Salem Town Manager Keith Hickey. Also there to
celebrate the newest bank in Salem was Donna Morris of the
Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce, as well as many of the
banks ofcers.
During the grand opening celebration, the bank made
a $5,000 donation to the Salem Boys and Girls Club.
Representing the Boys and Girls Club was Chris Woody,
Director of Operations for the club.
Haverhill Bank is excited about our rst New Hampshire
location, said Haverhill Bank President and CEO Thomas L.
Mortimer. This area of New Hampshire and Massachusetts,
with its immediate vicinity to Haverhill, is a natural location to
extend our brand. We believe the banks community approach to
banking will t in nicely in this border neighborhood.
The new branch is designed in a traditional New England style
and includes two drive-up lanes as well as an ATM drive-
up. The branch also features a 24-hour drive-up ATM.
Longtime bank employee Patricia St. Cyr manages the
branch. Five additional employees are also among the staff
of the new branch.
A depositor-owned institution, Haverhill Bank was
founded in 1877 and is the oldest cooperative bank in
Massachusetts. The banks main ofce is at 180 Merrimack
Street in Haverhill, MA.
Haverhill Bank Opens Salem Branch
From left are Erin Daley, Pentucket Bank, Director, Salem Boys and Girls Club; Denise
Dollof, Director of Development, Salem Boys and Girls Club; Tom Mortimer, President,
Haverhill Bank; Chris Woody, Director of Operations, Salem Boys and Girls Club;
and Trisha St. Cyr, Branch Manager, Haverhill Bank, Salem NH branch.
From left are Haverhill Bank President Tom Mortimer; Kerry
McKenna, Salem Chamber of Commerce; Trisha St. Cyr, Branch
Manager of the Haverhill Bank Salem branch; Craig Fishman,
Vice President at the NES Group; Loren DuBois, President, Maple
Leaf Construction; Bill Francoeur, Project Manager, Maple Leaf
Construction; Donna Morris, Executive Director, Salem Chamber
of Commerce; Keith Hickey, Salem Town Manager; and Everett
McBride, Jr., Chairman of the Board, Salem Board of Selectmen.
Staff photos by Bob Gibbs
submitted by Community Crossroads
Community Crossroads is excited to announce
that the 17th Annual Kids Carnival will be held
on Saturday, February 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
at the Woodbury Middle School on Main Street/
Route 97 in Salem. (Snow date will be February
15.)
Over the years, our carnival has grown
to become not only a major fundraiser for
Community Crossroads, but also one that families
look forward to year after year, stated Tammy
Dudal, Kids Carnival Coordinator. Dudal also
expressed that this event is a very important day
for children of all abilities and their families in
Southern New Hampshire.
Admission is free; however, donations will be
accepted at the door. The events main sponsors
are Salem Co-operative Bank, Hannaford in East
Hampstead, Pentucket Bank, and Enterprise Bank.
Sandlots of Sandown is sponsoring the coloring
contest which is available to children from
preschool to grade 5. Artwork will be judged and
prizes will be awarded to the winners. Pentucket
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throughout the day.
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Budget, economy and healthcare were the three
leading topics discussed by Senate President Chuck Morse
(R-Salem), during an update to local business leaders.
We lived within our means and built a budget, Morse
said during the Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce
Concord Connections.
Morse said the budget has received overwhelming
support, more than any previous budgets he could
remember.
Unemployment is also declining in the state according
to the senator. The state unemployment is currently at
the lowest since 2009, Morse said.
But healthcare wasnt looking so good to lawmakers,
as New Hampshire sees some of the highest healthcare
premiums and lack of competition, Morse said; adding
there is a struggle in Concord to work to expand access.
Senator James Rausch (R-Derry) spoke on the struggles
to reconstruct Interstate 93 and the troubles funding the
project.
My solution this year has been to increase the road
toll, Rausch said, in an effort to fund the project.
If the increase passes, New Hampshire residents would
see the impact at the pumps. Rauschs proposed increase
would mean drivers paying 4.2 cents more per a gallon
of gas. A four cent increase is going to cost you $16 a
year, he said for drivers traveling 10,000 miles annually.
I understand there will be some that dont like it,
Rausch said, and Im okay with that.
Rausch said the move was just an effort to fund
construction, but said he would rather have expanded
gaming fund the project.
Currently, the state has funds to cover $195 million
of the $250 million project. The money has come from
federal Garvee bonds.
Expanded gaming is still a topic of discussion in
the states capital. Rausch said a consulting company
has been hired to oversee the creation of a regulatory
committee to govern casino regulation and charities.
He said the commission will ensure the charities
receive what the law says theyre supposed to receive.
Rausch praised Salem, saying Rockingham Park was
currently paying charities the 35 percent the law requires,
but said other parts of the state are not properly paying
charities.
Morse said a new bill would go before representatives
this month. We need to excite people including the
governor, he said. This is the issue which will help New
Hampshire move forward.
Kiwanis Clubs Donation Benefts Salem
Childrens Dental Network
submitted by Dick OShaughnessy
The Kiwanis Club of Salem recently donated $3,000 to the Salem
Childrens Dental Network (SCDN). SCDN is in its sixth year of
providing school-based dental services to Salem elementary and
middle school students. The program provides an oral health
education program to all Salem students in grades K through ve.
Last year, volunteer dentists also did 373 free dental screenings with
written results sent home to parents. Screenings are taking place this
month in all Salem elementary schools.
Students (110 of them last year) with parents permission, who
otherwise could not afford it, have their teeth cleaned, uoride
applied and sealants to prevent tooth decay. Students (10 last year)
with urgent oral problems are quickly linked to a local dental ofce
for further treatment.
Children with oral pain are distracted and unable to concentrate
on schoolwork. Early prevention and treatment of a childs teeth
and gum problems can pay off with greater health and psychological
benets now and in the future.
The Kiwanis Club of Salem is happy to reach out to the Salem
Childrens Dental Network and to continue its mission of being a
strong advocate for children everywhere and especially for the youth
of Salem. The Kiwanis Club has been busy this year with donations
to the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Institute, Smile Train (surgery for
children with cleft palates) and the International Iodine Program
for African children. The club has been very active in Salem with
multiple scholarships for college bound seniors, Thanksgiving Day
baskets, the Salem Christmas Fund, Salem Christmas Parade, the
Relay for Life, Salem Family Resources, and the Greater Salem
Caregivers. The Kiwanis track meet held at the high school each
spring has a long tradition and a statewide reputation. The key club
at Salem High and the builders club at Woodbury are also sponsored
by the Kiwanis. The list could go on but a worthy note is that since
its inception the main benefactor of the Boys and Girls Club has
been the Kiwanis Club of Salem.
Left to right: Hope Saltmarsh RDH, Director, Childrens Dental Network;
Tina White RN, School Nurse at the Lancaster School;
Debbie Mallon, Treasure, Kiwanis Club of Salem.
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Relay For Life Kickoff
Relay for Life will be held at Grant Field as usual this year; but for
the rst time, walkers wont need to spend the night. Thats because
the relay will only run for 12 hours, beginning at 11 a.m. and ending
at 11 p.m., on June 21.
Event Chairwoman Terri Conroy said the Salem relay was a pilot for
the new hours. Were no longer going to stay overnight, she said.
And Conroy said the change wouldnt affect the standard
components of the event, which will mark the 10th year of the Salem
relay.
New England volunteer board member William Sherry said the
Salem relay has raised over $1.2 million over the past 10 years.
Sherry said Relay for Life is more than just a one day event, but an
effort requiring dedication by members. However long were there
that particular day is just part of it, he said, adding relay is every
single day.
He said the new time of the event was the rst in New England and
it was an effort to try something new.
Sherry said relays across the world raised $400 million last year
alone.
Signups are now available, Conroy said. In 2013, 48 teams and
475 people participated, including 80 cancer survivors, raising over
$100,000.
Conroy said participants can join without a team. Any participant
is welcome to just sign on, she said, adding they could join other
teams.
Event Chairwoman Terri Conroy (left) and Relay Specialist Bianka Beaudoin tell
board members about the new format for the 2014 Relay for Life to be held at
Grant Field from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. this June.
Committee members selected the I Am Hope shirts to wear instead of
traditional committee shirts as their honorary chair is Hope Micklon who is
currently battling cancer.
Staff photos by S. Aaron Shamshoyan
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Food Pantry Donation Drop Off.
People are struggling to feed themselves
and their families ... Economic hardships
are still being felt in your town. Now
that the cooler weather is upon us, we will be
collecting non-perishable food items at the
Recreation Department to assist those in need.
All items collected will be given to the local food
banks. Best drop off times: Monday through
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon or call to arrange a time
(890-2140).
Saturday, February 8
Salem Athletic Club will hold a Blood
Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the
Upstairs Studio. Please come donate.
Appointments are accepted. Schedule
online at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED
CROSS (1-800-733-2627). Blood Donor card or
valid id required to donate. Remember to have
a snack prior to donating if you have just worked
out.
Community Crossroads is excited to announce
that the 17th Annual Kids Carnival will be held
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Woodbury Middle
School on Main Street, Route 97 in Salem. (Snow
date will be Feb. 15). Admission is free; however,
donations will be accepted at the door. Artwork
will be judged and prizes will be awarded to the
winners. Pentucket Bank is providing t-shirts for
the kids to color throughout the day.
The Salem Animal Rescue League
and Rockingham Motors are proud to
announce that will be hosting a family
friendly event celebrating National
Responsible Pet Owners Month from 11 a.m.
to 2 p.m. at Rockingham Toyota. The day will
feature a diversity of events, including: rafes, face
painting, food, face painting, balloon animals,
games, free gift bags, educational materials on
responsible pet ownership and photographs with
SARLs Mascot, Rocky. Additionally, there
will be a performance by famed entertainer
Leland Faulkner, who is a magician, a character
actor, and a mime artist and is famed for his
shadowgraphs and chapeaugraphy.
Sunday, February 16
A delightful addition to the Valentine
Dessert Extravaganza at the Brookstone
Event Center in Derry will be provided
by several accomplished musicians,
starting with Crystal Napoli, Salem High Schools
award-winning harp soloist at 1:30 p.m. At
2 p.m. the fabulous eight-member Windham
Flute Ensemble, led by David and Judy Howard
will play. Next, Adam Claussen, of Pinkerton
Academy, and his amazing jazz ensemble have
signed on, too, to provide wonderful music for
enjoying desserts, cheese and crackers, fruit,
coffee, hot chocolate, and a variety of teas. This
free event is a fundraiser, too, with great rafes
and silent auctions and voting for their favorite
in the tea table decoration contest at $1 per vote.
Its a perfect way to treat loved ones and dear
friends to a fun afternoon with prizes, music and
delectables. Call Vicki, director of Family Promise
of Greater Rockingham County, at 432-0400 to
make the required free reservations.
Rockingham VNA and Hospice
sponsors the Salem Senior Center
Diabetes Support Group, Sally Sweet
Way in the Senior Center. The facilitator
will be Brenda DeMaria RN, CDE. Call (800)
540-2981 for further information.
Friday, February 21
Rockingham VNA and Hospice
sponsors Foot Care Clinics for individuals
60 years and older who are unable to
perform their own foot care.
Clinics will be held at the Salem
Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweet Way.
Clients will receive a basic nail
trimming and foot assessment,
but no treatment of corns or
calluses. Foot clinics are staffed by
a Registered Nurse. Blood pressure
check and health education are
also provided. Appointments are
necessary for the foot clinics. $35/
visit. For further information or to
schedule an appointment call 580-
6668.
Saturday, March 1
Cops For Kids With Cancer
Charity Event, 7 to 11 p.m.,
Black Water Grill, 43 Pelham
Road, Salem. This is a fundraiser
for Tom Kench from the Salem
Police Department, along with his wife
who will be running the 2014 Boston Marathon
through the Charity Cops For Kids With Cancer.
Tickets $15/per person. There will be Appetizers,
a DJ, rafes, 50/50 rafe, selling t-shirts and
bracelets for the charity. One hundred percent of
the money raised will help families with children
ghting cancer. For More information, visit their
Boston Marathon page at: http://www.crowdrise.
com/cfkwc2014bostonmarathon/fundraiser/
thomaskench. Any questions about the fundraiser
contact Maria Kench at mariakench@yahoo.com
or 475-7068.
Upcoming Events for the
Greater Salem Boys & Girls Club:
o Saturday, March 8: Tribute to Stevie Ray
Vaughan performed by the George Williams
Band (benets SBGC and Field of Dreams) at
7:30 p.m.
o Monday, March 17: St. Patricks Day Ganley
Luncheon
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o Wednesday, April 23: Trivia Challenge V at
6:30 p.m. in the Eclipse Teen Center
o Sunday, June 15: Community Appreciation
Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
o Monday, September 15: 36th Annual bill Flynn
Memorial Golf Classic at Windham Country
Club
o Saturday, September 20: A Day for Kids in
conjunction with Salemfest (time TBA)
o Wednesday, October 15: Trivia Challenge VI at
6:30 p.m. in the Eclipse Teen Center
o November: 48th SBGC Annual Awards Dinner
(TBA)
o Saturday, December 13: Holiday Breakfast, 9
to 11 a.m.
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By Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH)
and FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai
In his State of the Union address, the President
rightly highlighted the importance of high-speed
broadband access to Americas schools. Students
in all areas of the country should be able to
harness the power of the Internet and we have
a vision to ensure that rural classrooms arent left
behind.
As parents, we want our children to have
better opportunities than we had growing up.
Americas education system needs to prepare the
next generation to compete in a rapidly changing
world a world that is increasingly digital, and
digital learning requires reliable Internet access.
A broadband connection helps expand horizons
for students. It puts extraordinary educational
resources only a mouse click away helping
Americas children visualize and understand
topics like cell division and the solar system in a
way that textbooks might not.
Congress realized the power of digital learning
18 years ago when it established the E-Rate
program, which is the nations largest education
technology program.
Managed by the Federal Communications
Commission, E-Rate allows schools and libraries
to buy technology services (such as Internet
access) at a discount from communications
providers. E-Rate then compensates those
providers for the amount of the discount. Lower
income schools and a few rural schools receive
larger discounts than their wealthier counterparts.
And federal rules prioritize who gets how much
for what service.
A core component of E-Rates mission is to give
rural students the same tech-driven tools as urban
and suburban students. Congress had the right
idea in the 1990s, but E-Rate today isnt achieving
its intended goals. And its not a matter of how
much we spend, but how we spend it.
The reality is that E-Rate is leaving students
in rural America behind. The way funding is
currently distributed, states like New Hampshire,
Vermont, Montana and South Dakota get the least
E-Rate funding per student.
In fact, New Hampshire is dead last when it
comes to return on E-Rate investment. Granite
Staters get just 25 cents back for every dollar they
pay into the program through the universal service
charge on their monthly phone bill. Meanwhile,
in 2011, New Jersey received three times more
funding per student than New Hampshire. Thats
not fair: New Jersey is more urban and has a
higher median income than New Hampshire and
broadband is more expensive in rural areas.
So why is rural America subsidizing Internet
connectivity for more densely populated areas?
Its partly because of the administrative hurdles
in the E-Rate application process. It can take
hours of paperwork, months of waiting and
an understanding of E-Rates convoluted and
antiquated rules to even have a chance of
obtaining funding. The most successful schools
tend to hire outside consultants to navigate the
process for them an option that many schools,
especially small and rural ones, cant afford.
More importantly, they shouldnt have to.
We need a student centered E-Rate program.
That starts with simplifying the process by
reducing the paperwork needed to apply for
funding and distributing aid to schools on a
more equitable per-student basis, rather than the
complex discount formula that the program now
uses. And that means giving schools the exibility
to spend E-Rate funds on technologies that directly
benet students.
We also need to end the subsidies that result
in citizens from rural states like New Hampshire
paying for technology services in higher
population states like New Jersey.
Preparing our children to succeed in the digital
world of tomorrow requires us to connect them
today. E-Rate must reect the needs of todays
students, regardless of which school they attend.
A student centered E-Rate program would give
smaller schools in rural areas a better chance
to compete with their urban and suburban
counterparts. It would help deliver a brighter
future for children in New Hampshire and
throughout rural America and we stand ready to
work with the president to ensure that E-Rate lives
up to its promise.
Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) is a member of the
Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Committee. Commissioner Ajit Pai is a member of
the Federal Communications Commission.
Bringing the Rural Classroom into the Digital Age
submitted by Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem
The new programs and activities at the summer
camps of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem
are the best cure for summer boredom. Club
camps include eld trips, swim lessons, tech
programs, arts and crafts, outdoor games and gym
games. A blend of recreational and educational
activities is offered to keep youth engaged both
physically and mentally.
Summer camp runs June 23 through August
22 from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (drop-off and
pick-up times from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at no
additional cost). Full day camp K-9 is only $190
a week (if you register before April 1). There are
four great camps available this summer: Full
time Lil Explorers Camp (entering preschool and
kindergarten), full day Camp Funtastic (entering
rst grade through fth grade), Tween Camp
(entering sixth grade through seventh grade) and
Teen Camp (entering eighth grade through ninth
grade).
All eld trips are included in the weekly
camp tuition. Lil Explorers Camp eld trips
may include: Bostons Museum of Science,
Seacoast Science Center, Hidden Hollow Farm,
Stone Zoo, Palace Theatre, USS Constitution,
Christa McAuliffe Planetarium and the Science
Museum. Camp Funtastic eld trips may include:
Canobie Lake Park, Water Country, Liquid Planet,
state parks, Bostons Museum of Science, New
England Aquarium and Yorks Wild Kingdom. The
Tween and Teen Camp eld trips may include:
Water Country, Canobie Lake Park, Funtown
USA, Checkered Flag Indoor Karting, the beach
and state parks. Field trips will be listed on the
website and are subject to change.
In addition to these great camps, the club offers
specialty camps open to all members which
include: Junior Golf, Junior Chef, Microsoft
Make your own App, Running Club, Counselor
in Training (for ages 13 years and up) and more.
A $25 registration fee and just $50/week deposit
reserves your spot in camp and locks in your early
registration rate of $190/week. Rates increase to
$210/week on April 1 (discounts for additional
siblings). Enrollments are limited. Financial
aid and scholarships are available to those who
qualify (contact Beth at bkeane@salembgc.org).
Informational camp open house will be held in
March, date is to be announced.
The club is located at 3 Ceremony Drive,
Salem. If you would like additional information,
visit their website at www.salembgc.org or call
898-7709. Great futures start at the Boys & Girls
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WELCOME HOME
An invitation from the Parish of
Saints Mary and Joseph to Catholics
who have drifted away from the Church.
Come and see! Jn 1:46
Acquaint yourself with what the Church
has become. Do you have questions
about God, good and evil, about being a
good person on your own? Were you
raised a Catholic and now seldom attend
church? Would you like to know more
about the Catholic Church of today?
No matter how long you have been away,
no matter the reason, we invite you to
consider renewing your relationship with
the Catholic Church.
Please come and talk!
Some reasons for returning:
a desire to be reconciled to Christ
a desire to pass on the faith to our
children
a longing for meaning in our confused
and desperate world
This is an invitation for you to take
your first step back well leave
the Light on for you!
A person can return simply by attending
Mass (and, we hope, participating in some
parish activity). To facilitate returning, a
series of five weekly meetings will be held
beginning Monday, Feb. 24, 2014 at 7PM in
the parish Family Room in the basement
of St. Joseph Church. Themeetings will
include members of the parish community
who have returned to the Church. Indivi-
duals will have the opportunity to express
why they left. There will be no clergy at
the first meeting, but they will be invited to
subsequent meetings on specific topics,
and to address questions or issues that
may be of concern to you. For further
information, visit the web site:
www.catholicwelcome.info
To inquire about possibly returning to the
Catholic Church, or to attend the meetings
(R.S.V.P. requested), email Edie Shea
info@catholicwelcome.info, or call the
parish office at 603-893-8661.
Weekend Masses
Saturday
4:00 PM at MQP
4:15 PM at SJ
Sunday
7:30 AM at SJ
8:45 AM at SJ
9:00 AM at MQP
10:45 AM at MQP
11:00 AM at SJ
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Mary Queen of Peace Church,
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St. Joseph Church, 40 Main St., Salem, NH
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JROTC and Chorus Attend
Keeping the Dream Alive Dinner
submitted by Salem High School
On Monday, January 21, fourteen Salem High School Air Force Junior ROTC
cadets and 10 Chorus members from the high school participated in the National
Cultural Diversity Awareness Councils (NCDAC) 12th annual Keeping the Dream
Alive MLK dinner celebration at the Radisson Hotel, Center of New Hampshire
in Manchester. This years event honored ABC News and WMUR Channel 9 for
implementing and promoting best practices in workplace diversity. This years
theme was Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Signing of the Civil Rights Act of
1964. CMSgt Tom Puzzo, Salems Aerospace Science Instructor, accompanied the
cadets and the event was televised by WMUR.
Birches Academy Taking the
Random Acts of Kindness Challenge
Salem High School NEASC Accreditation
North Salem
submitted by North Salem School
The Salem School District deliberative session was held at Salem High School on
Thursday, February 6 in the Seifert auditorium. We hope you were able to join us for
this important meeting.
We have a Spirit Day on Friday, February 7 its Crazy Socks Day! Show your
school spirit and help your class earn Panther Points by wearing your crazy socks to
school.
Our grade ve students along with the North Salem PTA will host Pasta Palooza
on Friday, February 7. Our students will serve as waiters and waitresses as they
serve families a fabulous pasta dinner. Reservations and payments need to be made
in advance for this family activity. Funds raised will be used towards the fth grade
celebration in June.
Dont forget that students have an early release on Wednesday, February 12.
Students will be dismissed from school at 1:30 p.m. so that staff may take part in
professional development.
As we continue with our Character Counts Program, students caught last week
showing the trait of Citizenship include: Lilly Burke, Jackson Case, Mrs. Scennas
PM Class, Rebecca Huyck, Mary Parkhurst, Michael Hood-Dowd, Jiya Amin, Cole
Glynn, Julia Petersen, Raianna Foley, Ella Hannon, Andrew Maravelis, Aidan Gill,
Caroline Case, Daiana Alonso, Mackenzie DeStefano, Alexa Remillard, Joseph
Williams, Avery Kench, Tyler Gagne, Bailey Soucy, Ralph Tashjian, Ryan Bohondoney,
Jeremy Cantor, Joelle Petkiewich, Anna Lemieux, Landon Copley, Alexis Delaurier,
Leah Moore, MacKenzie Fitzgerald, Kyleigh Oliveri, Cody Stys, Mary Parkhurst,
Tommy Porter, Hunter Rau, Charlie Goddard, Payton Roberson, Ryan Clarkin, Kendall
Snyder, Taylor Hagopian, Riley Maynard, Jack Callahan, Gavin Doughty, Olivia
Schoenrock, Maeve Shpak, Daslyn Resendez, Eryka Rinaldi, Sam Jamer, Bella Carter,
Keagan Ryan, Brandon Verge and Alexi Whipple.
submitted by Salem High School
Salem High School is up for re-accreditation and will
be formally evaluated March 9-12 by professionals from
NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges).
Under the leadership of Salem High School Principal Tracy
Collyer, Associate Principal Jan Radowicz and Library Media
Specialist Rachel Hopkins, the entire school staff has been
preparing for the schools assessment.
Principal Tracy Collyer notes that the New England
Association is a voluntary accrediting agency of more
than 1,850 public and independent schools, colleges,
universities, and vocational, technical, and career
institutions. Of these, approximately 650 schools have been
accredited through the Associations Committee on Public
Secondary Schools. The committee works with individual
schools to improve the quality of education through a
continuous process of evaluation and accreditation.
One of the major requirements for NEASC membership is
that the entire school be evaluated following the extensive
self-study by the professional staff. This evaluation is
conducted by a visiting committee of professional educators,
sent by the committee, who review all materials prepared
by the faculty in the self-assessment, visit classes, and
talk with students, teachers, administrators, parents, and
community members during their four day visit to the
school. The school is still looking for parents to participate
on parent interview panels on March 9 and 10. Parents
and community members are also invited to an opening
presentation from 1 to 2 p.m. and a reception at 4 p.m. on
Sunday, March 9. If you are interested in serving on a parent
panel, contact Jan Radowicz at jan.radowicz@sau57.org.
Steering Committee Chairs Jan Radowicz and Rachel
Hopkins report the following committees and committee
chairs have completed their reports and they have been
approved by the high schools faculty:
Core Values and Beliefs Chris Bujold
Curriculum Karen Cox
Instruction Harold Sachs
Assessment of and for Student Learning Anne Jennison
School Culture and Leadership Kara Christesen and
Kendrick Whittle
School Resources for Learning Maureen Fabrizio and
Alan Lord
Community Resources for Learning Joe Foster and
Christine Jefferson
Radowicz and Hopkins also report that the school still has
to complete a statement on the schools critical strengths and
needs.
For more information, visit http://shs.sau57.libguides.com/
shsneasc.
submitted by Sherry Kramer
In February, kindness is the theme at Birches Academy!
The whole school is participating in an effort called
Random Acts of Kindness, with a goal of together
achieving one thousand acts of kindness in our communities
during the week of February 10-16. Some acts of kindness
are being done in school; either as individual or group
activities and some are being done at home.
During the Random Acts of Kindness Week Challenge,
each child has a goal to get six sponsors to support them
in their acts of kindness, and this in turn also helps the
Birches Academy! An act of kindness could be helping a
neighbor shovel their sidewalk, carrying groceries, writing a
nice letter or holding the door for someone. The focus is to
perform acts of kindness to make our school classrooms, our
community and ultimately the world a kinder place to be!
The Random Acts of Kindness Week Challenge will also
raise funds needed for the Birches Academy to continue to
offer a wide range of arts-integrated rigorous academics. It
will help with much needed supplies, equipment and school
growth. It will also teach our students that doing things
for their family, friends and neighbors can strengthen their
school and community. The Birches Academy believes that
when you have the choice to be right or kind, always choose
to be kind.
Barron School
submitted by the Barron School
Grade Three News:
Third grade would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year. Some wonderful
things are happening in grade three. They are currently learning about the earth and
moon. The children will learn the phases of the moon, how the earth and moon
rotate and what causes day and night.
In reading, they have been focusing on the strategy of inferring. They have also
been learning about character traits. The students have been expanding their reading
and enjoying a variety of chapter books.
A few students have received their Barron hats this past month. There are several
very close to earning them this month. To earn your hat you must read 20 books.
A friendly reminder to all parents that the cold weather is here, so please send your
child to school with hat, mittens and a winter jacket. If your child wants to play in
the snow they need to have boots and snow pants. We all know that the children
love to play in the snow.
We look forward to an exciting winter and many fun lled days with learning in
third grade.
Grade 4 News:
Grade Four is ringing in the New Year with some thoughtful resolutions. They are
a group of dedicated learners and come to school each day ready to learn. In math,
they are working on multiplication using arrays, breaking apart, partial products
and the standard algorithm. As readers and writers, they continue to focus on story
elements and characters. The students are continuing their journey through the
systems of the human body in science and are looking forward to circulating their
new knowledge. In social studies, they have completed their state posters and will
begin to learn about the history and government of New Hampshire. Students, keep
on reading at home so you can earn your Barron reading hat. Take some time to
practice your math facts, too. Happy New Year to all of you.
The Buzz Around Haigh
submitted by Haigh School
Congratulations, Haigh Students for your outstanding
results in the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield 2013 Get
Active, Get Fit School Challenge hosted by Radio Disney.
Our school was one of ve winners and will be receiving
a Radio Disney dance party and a deluxe gym activity
set. Our next challenge is the annual Pennies for Patients
Campaign to benet the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Students are asked to collect spare change to support this
cause. On Friday, February 14, the class with the most
amount of change will be treated to a party.
On January 27 we honored our November and December
students who showed diversity and courage to their teachers
and classmates every day. Congratulations to Haigh heroes:
Jacalyn Adams, Karen Cisneros, Ethan Nawossa, Ivan Colon,
Lindsay Richardson, Haley Major, Luca Colizzi, Richard
Couture, Cody Evicci, Kira Hart, Mikala Roberts, Nathanael
Trout, Ryan Lambert, Brady Gaudet, Emma Keefe, Ashley
Doherty, Bella Colizzi, Jordan De La Cruz, Kyle Donahue,
Jocelyn Tracy, Matthew Hannon, Baily Sacco, Akasia Ware,
Trevor Thibodeau, George Boudreau, Avery DeRubeis, Tayla
Keefe and Kellyann Walsh.
The next scheduled PTA meeting is on February 13, at
7 p.m. This meeting will take place at the high school.
Attendees will meet inside the main entrance just before
7 p.m. We hope you will join us for a tour and discussion
regarding the proposed renovations.
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Cadets Taschereau, Gatlin, Palombo, Lumb, Milos, Davidson and Curtin with Senator Shaheen
own, and with my cousins and my friends. I
always liked making images, recalled Alex. In
high school, I was in the TV Production Program
with Mr. McCue, and he chose me to be a
producer. Mr. McCue told me my senior year that
I was going to be a cinematographer, but I really
didnt know too much about that. I wanted to
direct, Alex said.
Martin McCue recalled, Alex was a very
bright, serious, and committed student in my TV
Production One and Two classes. It was clear
very early on that Alex was extremely creative,
and had an eye for shooting scenes for video
projects. For that reason, I appointed him co-
producer of the 2005 video yearbook, The Devvy
Awards. Alex was an awesome producer, but was
an even better videographer. Last year, he visited
my classes and shared his experiences and advice
with them. They were riveted to every word. Alex
is a special combination of talent and character,
and Im sure there will be many more lms from
him in the future the quality of Fishing Without
Nets.
Alex and his twin sister, Corinne, were both
members of Salem Highs
marching band. Alex
played trumpet, Corinne
played ute and each were
section leaders.
After graduating from
Salem High School in
2005, Alex enrolled at
Emerson College in Boston,
Massachusetts. I realized
in college that I was always
interested in the image,
camera images and lighting,
and how people made
things look a certain way
in lms. Mr. McCue was
right; I wanted to be a
cinematographer.
Alex graduated from
Emerson College in 2009
with a Bachelor of Arts in
Film, spending his senior
year at the colleges lm
internship program in Los
Angeles. I knew what I wanted to do, and knew
I had to go out to California, Alex said. Alex has
received recognition for his work on commercials,
music videos and feature lms. My rst feature
lm, right out of college, Funeral Kings, premiered
at the South By South West (SXSW) Film Festival
in 2011. We had a small budget, recalled Alex.
That lm may be seen on Netix.
Soon after, Alex worked with Oscar winning
director Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the
Spotless Mind) to shoot The We and The I.
Alex was fortunate to attend the 2012 Cannes
Film Festival in 2012, at which that movie was the
Directors Fortnight opening night lm.
Alexs most recent lm, Fishing Without Nets,
was lmed on location in Kenya. In fact, much
of the lm takes place on an oil tanker in the
Indian Ocean. It was tough but amazing,
every day we would go on boats to reach the oil
tanker. We were in Africa for three and a half
months and then back for another two and a half
months, Alex said. The lm tells the story of
Somali pirates from the pirates perspective. Since
the lm is a Somali language lm (with English
subtitles), language was a unique challenge. We
had to trust our translators and use our instincts.
I had to improvise a lot in the lming, trying to
identify through body language and anticipate
where to go with my camera next. Finding the
action learning how to do that, was a constant
experience, Alex continued. Shooting 30 miles
out on the rough seas also was a challenge,
especially balancing a camera on his shoulder.
Cutter Hodiernes Fishing Without Nets won
Sundances 2014 U.S. Dramatic Directing Award.
Alex said, We were very fortunate to be selected
for Sundance. The lm and Alex have garnered
much positive recognition and reviews. Variety
stated, All tech and design aspects here are
rst-rate cinematography by Alex Disenhof
makes excellent use of the widescreen format,
both on land (the pic was shot in Kenya) and at
sea.
Sundance Institute wrote, (The lm)
combines the epic cinematic vision of a glorious
action thriller with the intimate, textured qualities
of an art lm. Studio System News (SSN)
penned, The Sundance Film Festival is known
as a launchpad for up and coming talent. SSN
went on to recognize ten talents who caught their
attention this year, and Alex Disenhof is one of
them. Said SSN, Hodiernes lm holds its own
as a visceral, beautifully shot story made over 77
days off the coast of Kenya.
Back in Salem, New Hampshire, Alexs parents,
Larry and Gigi Disenhof, are very proud of their
son. The whole family is extremely proud of the
hard work Alex has devoted to his career in order
to get to this point. Having Fishing Without Nets
accepted into Sundance Film Festival is a dream
come true for him. Were delighted to see such
success in this job that he loves. Making the lm
itself was a real adventure for the whole crew,
since they spent a total of six months in Kenya
working with Somali refugees and local Kenyans
in their villages near Mombasa, shared Gigi.
Alex is grateful to his family for all the support.
I wouldnt be doing what I am doing without my
parents and my sister Corinnes support. They
have always been so supportive of everything Ive
ever done, and encouraged me to be the best I
can be. I love knowing I have support back home.
I still consider going home is to New Hampshire,
even though I now live in L.A., said Alex.
Alexs advice to young people, Always follow
the things you love to do. The more you do,
the more youll nd out what your interests are;
pursue them without fear. A lot of people arent
brave enough to follow their dreams.
Currently, Alex is working on commercials and
reviewing scripts in search of his next lm.
Authors note: I am proud to be Alex Disenhofs
cousin.
Favorable bids helped make the reduction
possible to repair the bridges. Currently, the
Shannon Road Bridge is weight restricted, Cove
Road has been supplemented by the Department
of Public Works with steel plates and the Teague
Drive Bridge is closed.
Warrant Article Nine was reduced by
$557,000 to $825,000. Calling for water
improvements on North Policy Street, Selectmen
Chairman Everett McBride said the project
would replace 4,400 feet of the 78-year-old
waterline; a redesign has reduced the new pipe
length to only 3,000 feet.
McBride said the 12-inch pipe was the
only feed line to the towns water tanks. It
is connected on both ends to a 16-inch pipe
creating a hydraulic constriction. They hope
to replace the pipe in 2014, allowing time for
the ground to settle before a planned mill and
overlay in 2015.
$325,000 was added to Article 10,
improvements in discharge management at
the water treatment plant, to install a second
holding tank for clarier ushes, allowing the
town to recover 80 percent of the water used
and reducing annual payments to the Greater
Lawrence Sanitary District by nearly $73,000.
The amendment increased the project total to
$1,075,000 to reect actual bids.
$10,000 was added to a proposed $40,000
article for the Kelley Library Employment
Separation Trust Fund as it is anticipated to be
needed due to staff changes.
But two citizens petitions with no dollar
amount sparked the greatest debate of the
morning.
The rst one, Article 19, seeks for the town to
urge the New Hampshire State Legislature to join
Get Big Money Out of Politics, which monitors
election spending and campaign contributions.
Outgoing Planning Board Chairman Robert
Campbell said the group couldnt be tracked and
was unsure who was beneting from it. It has
absolutely no effect, he said. Its a waste of
our time and paper.
The second highly debated article was Article
25, calling for temporary signs to be allowed on
town property and town right-of-ways for non-
prots and local organizations hosting events.
Article 25 saw scrutiny by selectmen.
McBride said the non-bonding article would
not be used. If this passes, were not going to
support it, he said. A zoning article will be on
the ballot addressing the issue, he added.
During the meeting, McBride presented
Robert Campbell with a plaque for over 20 years
of service as a selectman and planning board
member. Campbell announced this year he will
not seek re-election.
Voters will see the amended articles along
with others at the March 11 election.
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Alex with some of the actors on set
Alex and Abdi, one of the lead actors
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1 container cherry pie lling/topping
Preheat the oven to 350oF.
Prepare the crust by melting 1 stick of butter over low heat on
the stove or by using the microwave. Do not overcook. Separate the
halves of cookies and remove the cream lling. Put the chocolate
cookies into a large zipper-top bag and use a rolling pin to crush the
cookies into crumbs. You may also pulse the cookies in a food pro-
cessor to create crumbs, if available. Mix the crumbs with the melted
butter in a bowl until they begin to clump. Press the cookie crust
into a 9-inch pie plate, coming a little bit up on the sides. Allow the
crust to set in the refrigerator.
Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for a
little while and massaging the unopened packages with your hands.
Otherwise, microwave the cream cheese on low power until slightly
warm and softened.
Add the cream cheese, sour cream, eggs and vanilla to a large
bowl. Using a stand or hand mixer, blend the cheese mixture until
all ingredients are well incorporated. Then continue to mix for 2 or 3
minutes more to make the mixture more creamy.
In a microwave-safe bowl, place the squares of baking chocolate
and use low to medium power to melt the chocolate. Mix thor-
oughly until all the chocolate has liquied. Let the melted chocolate
cool off before adding it to the mixture, so the hot chocolate will not
curdle the eggs and cream when added to the cream cheese mix.
Blend the chocolate with the cream cheese batter until thoroughly
incorporated. (Note: If you prefer marble cheesecake, swirl the
chocolate through the cream cheese instead of mixing thoroughly.)
Pour the batter into the pie plate over the crust. Bake for around 1
hour, checking the cheese cake to see if it is rm and set. Place the
nished pie into the refrigerator and allow to cool for 3-4 hours, or
overnight.
Do not worry if cracks have formed in the top. Use the cherry
lling to top the pie. If desired, decorate with chocolate curls. Serve
and enjoy.
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Enterprise Bank Appoints Antoinette Perlack
as Senior Vice President and Regional Manager
Southern New Hampshire
submitted by Enterprise Bank
Antoinette Perlack, a Windham resident, recently
joined the growing Enterprise Bank family bringing
over 20 years of banking experience to her new
position as Senior Vice President/Regional Manager
for Enterprise Banks Southern New Hampshire region.
She will oversee ve New Hampshire branch ofces in
Derry, Hudson, Nashua, Pelham and Salem.
Antoinettes experience includes leading teams and
managing high-volume banking functions. Antoinette
has held progressively responsible roles in commercial
lending and retail banking throughout central New
England. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Psychology and a Master of Business Administration
from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
Antoinette stated about her appointment, Im inspired
by my customers and their nancial goals. Being part
of the Enterprise Bank team, allows me the opportunity
to offer nancial strength and commitment to their
needs and the needs of our communities.
In announcing this appointment, CEO Clancy stated,
We are proud to have someone with Antoinettes
proven track record of success in growing and
managing consumer banking activities while coaching
teams devoted to exceeding customers needs.
Antoinettes knowledge and experience will be a
tremendous asset to the bank in the years ahead.
Enterprise Bank has 22 full-service branch ofces
located in the Massachusetts cities and towns of
Lowell, Acton, Andover, Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut,
Fitchburg, Lawrence, Leominster, Methuen, Tewksbury,
Tyngsboro and Westford and in the New Hampshire
towns of Derry, Hudson, Nashua, Pelham and Salem.
As of December 31, 2013, assets were $1.8 billion.
Total assets under management and loans serviced
totaled $2.6 billion.
Enterprise Bancorp, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ
Global Market under the stock symbol EBTC. For
further information on Enterprise Bank, log onto our
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Derry Medical Center Announces
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submitted by Susan Chadwick, Derry Medical Center
Opening February 3, Derry Medical Centers Nutrition & Wellness
Programs are adding a full complement of classes including exercise, yoga,
Pilates and personal training with certied personal trainers. In addition, the
gym contains your favorite workout equipment like treadmills, ellipticals,
TRXs and free weights.
There are several components to good health including good nutrition,
maintaining a healthy weight and physical activity. Our gym and exercise
studios are an important complement to the various nutrition and weight
management programs provided through our wellness center. We teach
patients how to eat better and also teach them appropriate exercise
techniques in a non-intimidating setting.
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in all classes, so please reserve your spot early! Register by calling 537-
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asp?studioid=137876 or from our website at www.DerryMedicalCenter.
com. (Classes began February 3)
The personal training sessions are offered in packages of 3 or 6:
3 sessions with Personal Trainer $165 ($55/1 hour session)
6 sessions with Personal Trainer $300 ($50/1 hour session)
The Exercise classes can be purchased individually or as packages:
1 class $15 (expiring within one month of purchase)
6 classes $72 ($12 each, expiring within two months of purchase)
Unlimited classes $60/month
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Submitted by Salem Family Resources-Success By 6
Salem Family Resources-Success By 6 and the Salem School
District will host a Ready ... Set ... Go! workshop on Thursday,
February 13, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the North Salem Elementary School,
140 Zion Hill Road, Salem, for families with young children, birth
to ve years old. The topic is building speech and language skills.
There is no cost to attend.
Educators from the Salem School District and early childhood
educators from Salem Family Resources will present information
about what families can do while their children are young; birth to
ve-years-old, so their children
will be ready for success when
they enter kindergarten.
The Ready ... Set ... Go!
workshops are a series of
information sessions offering fun
and easy tips on early learning
at home that will help children
to be prepared for success when
they enter school. Parents are
their childrens rst teachers and
experiences during the early
years from birth to ve-years-old
build a strong foundation for
lifelong learning.
Children of all ages are
welcome. Childcare with fun
activities will be provided at no
cost. A light dinner of pizza and
salad will begin this session.
Snow date is Thursday,
February 20, same time and
location.
To reserve your spot, help us plan for pizza, and to arrange
for childcare, register on the website events page at: www.
salemfamilyresources.org, or for more information, contact Salem
Family Resources, info@salemfamilyresources.org or 898-5493.
Information about all of the programs of Salem Family Resources-
Success By 6 is available at www.salemfamilyresources.org or
contact at info@salemfamilyresources.org or 898-5493.
Ready Set Go Workshop Series:
Speech and Language Skills
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S T I L E S F A MI L Y D E N T I S T R Y
Brett is a true asset to
the Salem community,
said Holly Doherty,
Mortgage Loan Ofcer
at Citizens Bank. His
passion and leadership
unite people around
a common goal to
make the Town of Salem
a better place to live.
We are proud to work
with Volunteer NH to
showcase people like
Brett and the tremendous
work they do in our
New Hampshire
communities.
Grande is known as
a go-getter in Salem.
In 2012, when the
traditional holiday
parade was in danger
of being shut down, he
volunteered to chair
the event. He rallied hundreds of local businesses and citizens and
helped raise more than $10,000 to keep the parade going. Grande
continues to serve as chairman and helps make the parade bigger
and better each year.
Brett saved a town tradition, said Dawn Twombly, a member
of the parade committee. This annual event brings the entire
community together and creates a palpable sense of joy and
camaraderie, something that is much needed today. Bretts passion to
help others inspires people to get involved and I am a prime example
of that. We couldnt thank him enough for all that he does for our
community.
Grande is also president of Salem NH Softball and previously
served as its vice president of operations. He coaches a recreational
and tournament team each year.
Gretchen Berger-Wabuti, Executive Director at Volunteer NH,
stated, One of the key traits of volunteerism is that it is not only
nice, but necessary. Brett has demonstrated just how much can be
accomplished when people step up.
Volunteer NH, a non-prot organization that promotes
volunteerism and service in New Hampshire, sponsors and supports
national service initiatives such as AmeriCorps. It also provides
training, a volunteer matching service and volunteer recognition
programs.
The Good Citizen Award is part of Citizens Helping Citizens
Strengthen Communities, the banks program designed to contribute
to the economic vitality of the communities it serves. The awards
will be presented on a monthly basis through November 2014, when
all Good Citizens will be honored at the Spirit of New Hampshire
Awards ceremony.
Good Citizen Award nominations can be made online at www.
volunteernh.org. Nominations are evaluated based on the long-term
impact of the nominees service and how they have inspired others to
get involved or contributed to a culture of volunteerism. Applications
will be accepted on a rolling basis. Questions may be directed to
Charles Caldwell, Administrative Outreach Ofcer, Volunteer NH at
271-7200 or by sending an E-mail to recognition@volunteernh.org.
Grounded in the belief that a good bank gives back to its
community and to the people who live there, Citizens Helping
Citizens is a program embracing the community goals of RBS
Citizens Financial Group, Inc. the commercial bank holding
company serving consumer and small business customers as Citizens
Bank and Charter One and commercial banking customers as RBS
Citizens. The Citizens Helping Citizens program is composed of
ve key initiatives supported directly by RBSCFG and its nonprot
charitable foundations, the Citizens Charitable Foundation, the
In building his violin, he started by purchasing a model kit. From
this kit, he got his dimensions and learned the techniques he would
need to build his own instrument from scratch. He discovered that
he needed to make his own specialized clamps and a form to hold
the wood as it was formed and then glued into the shape of the
violin. All of the wood needed to be planed and carved to precise
thicknesses and weights and then placed into exact angles to meet the
expectations of the musician that may one day play the instrument.
John likes to tell the story about the rst instrument he built. He
and others tried to play the rst violin he built with the bow that he
had purchased. No one who tried was able to produce any sounds.
Back to the drawing board he went. He soon found out it was not the
violin he built that was the problem; it was the bow. The bow needed
to be treated with rosin to allow the bow to make sounds. Once he
rosined up his bow, the family then had to try dads violin.
His work isnt limited to birds and violins. He has created a
sculpture for his church; St. Mathews in Windham. He also built the
church a tabernacle for the altar. His creativity began as a child in his
hometown of Swansea, Massachusetts where he had built himself a
kayak.
Im the luckiest guy in the world. If you have a hobby that you
love and you can make some money with it, what more could you
want, asked John, with a big smile on his face.
Johns carving, Fleeing Terns, a lifetime award-winning piece,
can be admired at the Concord headquarters of the League of NH
Craftsmen where it is periodically exhibited. In addition, his artwork
can be purchased at The Duck Trap in Camden, Maine or at the
League of NH Craftsmens store in Hanover. In August, Johns work
will also be at Sunapee Fair in New Hampshire. You can contact the
artist at johnruggerio@myfairpoint.net.
Grande- continued from front page
Pictured above are some of the many steps taken to create the new violin
A special tool for bending wood was used
Violin- continued from front page
John Ruggerio in his workshop working on his next project
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Citizens Bank Foundation
and the Charter One
Foundation: Citizens
Helping Citizens Fight
Hunger, Citizens Helping
Citizens Provide Shelter,
Citizens Helping Citizens
Strengthen Communities
(economic development),
Teach Money Management
(nancial education) and
Give (volunteerism and
colleague charitable
donations). Across all of these
initiatives, Citizens Helping
Citizens strives to enhance
quality of life and economic
vitality in local communities.
Brett Grande with Dawn Twombly, a member of the Salem holiday
parade committee. Dawn had nominated Brett
for the Good Citizen Award.
Thumbs Up? Thumbs Down? Thumbs Up? Thumbs Down?
Comments expressed in this column are the sole views of those callers and do not reect the views of the Salem Community Patriot or its advertisers. Town and school ofcials encourage
readers to seek out assistance directly to resolve any problems or issues. The Salem Community Patriot editorial staff holds the right to refuse any comment deemed inappropriate.
Thumbs down to the letter carrier who has
been wearing shorts during this recent Polar
Vortex. Have you ever heard the term One bad
apple spoils the bunch? As a former carrier, I am
aware that when one rogue carrier does something
stupid, it reects on all letter carriers. 99.9% of
all letter carrier are capable of dressing themselves
properly in the morning. You look cold! You look
ridiculous! Stop being a Bad Apple.
Thumbs down. When a person applies
for a job (because of insurance now) a person
shouldnt smoke? How about being overweight?
Employers cannot tell us how to live! Chris
Christee is a good NJ Governor, but lets face it -
hes overweight! Why is government paying his
insurance? Also, government pays for Obamas
mother-in-law or havent you all thought about
that? Three meals a day, a suite, snacks, drinks,
insurance, telephone, cable, trips, etc., and
people today cant afford insurance? Tell you

what - get a job with the government! Youll be all
set! Government people collect what I call high
end welfare!
Thumbs up. Thank you to the person or
persons that on January 5 found my cell phone
outside Build A Bear in the Mall of Rockingham
and turned it into Verizon. The pictures on it were
worth more than the phone to me.
Thumbs down to the drivers
that run the stop sign at Barron
Ave. Ext and Haigh Ave.
Especially the female driver that
was in the Toyota Caravan on
Friday 1/24. She blew through
the stop sign while texting. I
guess she was in a hurry to
get her coffee at Cumberland
Farms. We were feet from the
intersection. Next time please
keep your eyes on the road and
not your cell phone.
Thumbs down to the person
who bashed the middle school.
They obviously dont know
much about the school. It
was the original Salem High
School built in 1924 a lot older
than the current high school.
Maintaining an old building in
this weather is difcult, the custodians do a good
job keeping up with it. The high school is also
looking less than pristine. As for the recycling, the
middle school has a great group of kids doing an
excellent job with it as a school project. If youre
going to bash somebody at least get your facts
right.
Thumbs down to the Garcia Sisters. They
ruined it here in Salem when they voted the
racetrack down. We need help, not people that
dont know nothing about anything. Please,
please, dont vote for the Garcia Sisters. They
destroyed Salem, NH. And
Selectmen Mike Lyons, he votes
everything in, he doesnt do
anything unless Keller tells her
what to do, and hes a terrible
thing in Salem, we cant afford
it no more. Lot of people
unemployed and taxes are on
the sky, and heres a guy that
votes for everything. You name
it man, he votes for it. Please
dont vote for Mike Lyons.
Thumbs down a hill.
Thumbs down to our lovely young neighbor
who continues to have fun smokin and jokin in
front of her baby sister. Way to go.
Thumbs up to Fox News Gretchen Van
Susteren former prosecutor and shes a lawyer.
She was telling a story on ABC Sunday when a
prosecutor offers you a deal and it is a lot less of
a charge then original charges
and deal sounds like a good deal
dont accept. You know why?
Like she said if other side
drops other charges, the other
side has no case its weak! To
drop a lot of charges and stick to
1 - shows you the prosecutor has
a weak case. Remember that!
The ball is in your court. True
story trust me!
Thumbs up. Property is
secured by government. Thats
why man created government.
To protect and secure property.
You found a bag of weed in my car? Wait, so you
searched my property without right, and stole my
property? I dont care what costume you wear.
That man will be sued in his personal capacity for
doing wrong. Taking property. The so-called town
lawyers cannot defend any man in a common law
court of record. That costumed man is hung out
to dry.
Thumbs up to the high
school for producing such high
quality memes! My youngest
meme comes home every day
with an even higher quality
than the last day! I can say
that Salem High is the toastiest
school around! Woo, Salem
High!
Thumbs down to the Salem
High School driving instructor
who was on West Side Drive in
Atkinson on Tuesday afternoon
the 28th. I am very patient
when I see driver ed cars and
understand that they are learning and maybe
going a little slower than the rest of us. However,
when the driver isnt even close to maintaining the
speed limit and there is a line of 17 cars behind
him or her, you, as the instructor, should really
have them pull to the side and allow others to
pass.
Thumbs up to Salem High School Athletic
Director David Rozumek. His dedication and
support of all his athletes is commendable.
Kudos to him for taking the drive to Dartmouth
on Superbowl Sunday to support his track teams
at the Division 1 championships the day after
supporting his amazing athletes at the Penguin
Plunge.
Thumbs up to the 87 good citizens that
showed up at Salems deliberative session. Two
thumbs down to the town folks that dont care
enough to go to these important meetings. Have
you ever gone to a town meeting? What do we
need to do? Put trash pickup on ever ballot!
Dont complain when your taxes go up and your
town falls down. 87 out of 19,000. Wow!
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POLICE BLOTTER
submitted by Salem Police Department
On Monday, January 27, at approximately
11:41 p.m., Salem police took the second
suspect into custody that was involved in a
robbery at
Lowes in
Salem in
February
2013. The
robbery
involved
one of the
suspects
pulling a
hypodermic
needle on
a Lowes
employee
during the theft and threatening that he
had AIDS. This suspect, identied as Victor
Garcia, 38, of Lowell, Massachusetts,
had been incarcerated in Massachusetts
on drug trafcking charges and recently
waived extradition to New Hampshire at
the completion of his sentence. Salem
police picked him up at Middleton House of
Corrections and brought him back to New
Hampshire.
Garcia was processed and held on no bail
pending arraignment. He is facing several
charges in connection with the February 2013
incident, including breach of bail conditions
as he was out on bail from a prior theft arrest
from Home Depot in Salem, armed robbery,
criminal liability for conduct of another and
willful concealment.
In a period of 36 minutes Saturday night, January 25 and
Sunday morning, January 26, Salem Police took nine Salem
residents into custody all related to alcohol and/or drugs,
including two motor vehicle accidents, with one resulting
in a utility pole down and road closure for several hours
overnight. A brief chronological synopsis of the events and
arrests follow:
12:10 a.m. Motor vehicle stop on Lawrence Road
resulting in one male subject charged with possession
of a controlled drug (marijuana) and transportation of
controlled drug: Jeffrey Perry, 42, of Salem.
12:25 a.m. Accident, Cluff Crossing Road resulting
in arrest of the operator for DWI and possession of a
controlled drug (heroin): Sonny Santana, 31.
12:34 a.m. Report of suspicious vehicle in the Lou
Avenue area resulting in one arrest and two persons
taken into protective custody: Alexander Arthur, 18,
unlawful possession of alcoholic beverage; Elie Kanaan,
17, protective custody; and Jordan Bowman, 17,
protective custody.
12:44 a.m. Motor vehicle stop resulting in one arrest and
two persons taken into protective custody:
Brian Fay, 17, DWI, lanes violations; Michael Currier, 17,
protective custody; Benjamin Fernekes, 18, protective
custody.
12:46 a.m. Accident on Kelly Road with a utility pole
down. Road was closed for approximately four to six
hours overnight. Operator taken into custody for DWI:
Brian Jones.
On Monday, January 27, at approximately
4:30 p.m., police responded to Blue House
Pizza for a report of a delivery order that was
the exact same as one from a recent robbery.
The address given was the same and the call
back number was disconnected. Detectives
responded to the Cluff Crossing Road area as
well and found no one at the address given
for the delivery. As there has been two recent
robberies from Salem businesses (one in
Methuen, MA on the Salem state line and Cluff
Crossing), police are warning all local eateries
which deliver food to conrm addresses
and contact information as it appears this
particular delivery was set up for a robbery.
The case remains under investigation and
detectives are pursuing several leads.
Salem police and re responded to Ticklefancy Lane
on Monday afternoon, January 27, for a report of a drug
overdose. Responding units found two people in a vehicle
in the driveway unconscious and not breathing. Lifesaving
measures were performed on both subjects and both were
immediately transported to Massachusetts hospitals.
A 21 year old male from Salem was revived at the
hospital and is in stable condition. A 20 year old female
from Haverhill, MA was subsequently transported to a
Boston Hospital and is currently in critical condition in a
coma. Salem detectives responded to both the residence
and hospitals. Police believe both subjects and a third
person purchased heroin in Lawrence and snorted it on the
way to Salem.
The investigation is active and ongoing. Salem Police are
aware of similar overdoses in the area and a possible bad
batch of heroin being distributed in the area. Salem Police
Department will be contacting the other area agencies as
part of the investigation. Police will not be releasing the
victims names until family conrmation of next of kin
notication.
At 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, Salem Police and
Fire Departments responded to Bluff Street for another
reported drug overdose. A 21 year old male subject
was found unconscious and not breathing. Salem Fire
Department paramedics performed lifesaving measures and
transported the subject to a local hospital. It was reported
that he was conscious and breathing. Salem detectives
were on scene and investigating. It is believed that this
subject is acquainted with the victims in the previous
overdoses.
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If running a successful business was easy, everyone
would do it. The reality is that running a business
is challenging and the Greater Salem Chamber of
Commerce has designed a workshop series to help.
The Morning Business Achievers (MBA) series holds
its second workshop that will focus on tracking your
business nances through creative use of reporting.
On February 14, George G. Moker, CPA, CFE,
and Director of Entrepreneurship Programs, Sawyer
Business School, Suffolk University will present Show
me the money! Put Your Bottom Line In the Black
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Haverhill Bank is the sponsor for the event. The
bank recently opened a branch in Salem.
The cost for the event is $15 which includes the
breakfast buffet.
Future workshops include a March 14, session
titled Love em or Leave em! Having the right team
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Tickets for the workshops can be purchased on
the Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce website at
www.gschamber.com.
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Nancy A.
(Schiller) Adams
Nancy A. (Schiller) Adams, 74, of Salem,
died January 30, 2014, at Holy Family Hospital
in Methuen, MA.
Nancy was born and educated in Lawrence,
MA, and she graduated from Lawrence High
School. She enjoyed playing bingo, going
to Foxwoods, doing crossword puzzles and
gardening.
She was predeceased by her parents,
Charlotte (Brent) and Warren Schiller; and her
brother, Robert Schiller.
Nancy is survived by her beloved husband of 54 years, Lawrence
Adams of Salem; her sons, William Bourdelais and his girlfriend
Tina Moore of Derry, Lawrence Adams III of Salem, Lance Adams
and his wife Liz of Derry, and Lee Adams and his wife Lisa of Salem;
her daughters, Linda Abbott of Londonderry, and Lisa Wells and her
husband Peter of Salem; 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren
and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral Mass was celebrated February 4 at St. Joseph Church,
Salem, followed by cremation.
Contributions in Nancys name may be sent to the American Cancer
Society, 2 Commerce Dr., Suite 110, Bedford, NH 03110.
The Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, had
care of the arrangements. To send a message of condolence to the
family, please view the obituary at www.douglasandjohnson.com.
Moorad Mooradian
Moorad Mooradian, 91, of Derry, died
February 1, 2014, at Parkland Medical Center
in Derry.
Moorad was born and educated in
Haverhill, MA. He later moved to Salem,
NH where he and his wife raised their family.
Moorad served his country in both the U.S.
Army, the U.S. Navy, then the Naval Reserves.
He served in Germany during World War
II and was in the Navy for 20 years. He
retired as a Senior Supervisor of Construction
from GE in Lynn, MA after 39 years of service.
Moorad was a member of the Naval Enlisted
Reserve Association, the American Legion in
Salem and the Saggahew Masonic Lodge in
Haverhill, MA. He was an avid golfer and a
member of Crystal Springs Golf Course, where he once got a hole in
one on the 6th hole.
He was predeceased by his parents, Hagop and Araxie (Minian)
Mooradian; his beloved wife, Anna (Still) Mooradian; and his
siblings, Rose Mooradian, Michael Mooradian, Mary Mooradian and
Nubar and Gladys Mooradian.
He is survived by his son, Philip Mooradian and his wife Maureen
of Hudson; his daughter, Susan and her husband Scott Arthur
of Methuen, MA; ve grandchildren, Ryan, Timothy and Kristi
Mooradian and Christopher and Andrew Driscoll.
Services will be private for the family. In lieu of owers,
contributions in Moorads name may be sent to the Friends of
Veterans, 222 Holiday Dr., Suite 20, White River Junction, VT 0500;
The American Cancer Society, 2 Commerce Dr., Suite 110, Bedford,
NH 03110 or the American Diabetes Association., 249 Canal St.,
Manchester, NH 03101.
To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the
obituary at www.douglasandjohnson.com
Richard E.
Ricky Covino
Richard E. Ricky Covino, 49 of Salem, died January 28, 2014, at
his home in Salem, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Lynn, MA, grew up and was educated in Medford,
MA, where he graduated from Medford High School.
Ricky was an Information Technology Specialist for Fidelity in
Boston, MA and Merrimack, NH. He enjoyed golf and shing.
He is survived by his sons, Ricky Covino and Kevin Covino, both
of Salem; mother, Barbara Covino of West Virginia; siblings, Loretta
M. Covino of Rochester, Kathleen Rucci of Lakeland, FL, Larry
Covino of West Virginia; mother of his children, Coleen Covino of
Salem; anc, Valerie Conneilly of Salem; and several nieces and
nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
A funeral Mass was held
January 31 at Mary Queen of
Peace Church, 200 Lawrence Rd.,
Salem, followed by cremation.
The family strongly requests
donations in lieu of owers to
help defray the funeral costs.
Donations can be cash or checks
made out to Douglas & Johnson
Funeral Home, or credit cards.
Douglas & Johnson Funeral
Home, 214 Main St, Salem, had
care of the arrangements. To send
a message of condolence to the
family, please view the obituary
at www.douglasandjohnson.com.
Eugene W.
Gene Comeau
Eugene W. Gene Comeau, 91, of
Salem, passed away on January 28, 2014,
Parkland Medical Center.
Gene was born in New Brunswick and
came to the States when he was 10. He
served in the U.S. Army during World War
II. Gene retired from Lanes and Games in
Cambridge, MA where he was the manager.
He was a member of the Derry Salem
Elks, a golden member of the NRA and a
member of the U.S. Golf Association. He
loved NASCAR, the Red Sox, golng, his
family and his dog.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Joanne (Costa)
Comeau of Salem; his children, Ann Lemay of Nashua, Jeanne
and husband Ray Terrell of Milford, MA, Robin and husband
Huck Haroian of Houston, TX, Andre Comeau and wife Denise
of Old Bridge, NJ, Corey Comeau of Jamaica Plain, MA and
Nicole Comeau and anc Ray Wilburn of Hudson; his sisters,
Louise Casale of Chelmsford, MA, Joan Bryant of Salem, and
Eleanor Nali of Kingston, MA; eight grandchildren, seven great-
grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Alma and Walter
Comeau; and his siblings, Norman Comeau, Lorraine McKenzie
and Marie Flynn.
A Memorial Mass was held February 3 at Mary Queen of
Peace Church, Salem.
Memorial contributions in Genes memory may be made to
Honor Flight, Inc., Attn: Diane Gresse, 300 E. Auburn Ave.,
Springeld, OH 45505.
Arrangements were under the care of the Douglas & Johnson
Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem. Message of condolences
to the family may be sent to www.douglasandjohnson.com.
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Kuster Urges President Obama to Bring
Manufacturing Partnership Program to New Hampshire
submitted by the Ofce of
Congresswoman Annie Kuster
Continuing her efforts to foster innovation and
grow New Hampshires manufacturing sector,
Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) has
urged President Obama to bring the Advanced
Manufacturing Partnership 2.0 program to the
Granite State.
Last year, President Obama announced plans for
a second round of the highly successful Advanced
Manufacturing Partnership (AMP). Initially
launched in 2011, the program brought together
leading manufacturers, research universities and
the federal government for a series of four work
sessions intended to identify ways to propel
Americas growing advanced manufacturing
sector. The sessions, located around the country,
set the stage for the National Network of
Manufacturing Innovation, among other initiatives.
Following the success of AMP 1.0, the Obama
administration has announced plans for a second
round of work sessions.
As your Administration works to schedule
regional working sessions and forums for AMP
2.0, I urge you to arrange such a meeting in New
Hampshire, Kuster wrote Wednesday in a letter
to the president. The Granite States dynamic
economy is the ideal backdrop for a discussion in
the future of this advanced eld.
New Hampshire stands as a strong
manufacturing hub for the region and for the
country. Despite its small size, the Granite State
ranks sixth nationally in the number of new
companies started each year. It is home to world-
class manufacturers, nationally distinguished
engineering schools and a dynamic statewide
manufacturing program within the community
college system.
By hosting an AMP 2.0 work session, we
hope to highlight the incredible work taking
place here in New Hampshire to advance and
grow the manufacturing eld, Kuster said. As a
host, the Granite States world-class engineering,
manufacturing and educational institutions
would be at the center of this important national
conversation and it would help us determine
how to best help our small and medium-
sized manufacturers that represent the greatest
opportunity for continued economic growth.
Since taking ofce, Kuster has worked to
nurture innovation and grow New Hampshires
manufacturing sector. Last year, she called on
President Obama to establish a Manufacturing
Innovation Institute in New Hampshire to help
drive manufacturing innovation, create jobs and
spur economic growth. In this weeks State of
the Union address, the President announced his
intention to create an additional six high-tech
manufacturing hubs this year. Strengthening
manufacturing is a key plank in Rep. Kusters
middle class jobs and opportunity agenda.
Shaheen, Ayotte Announce Release of New Hampshire LIHEAP Funds
$3.384 Million will Help Low-Income Granite Staters Access Home Heating Assistance
submitted by the Ofce of U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen
U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH)
announced on January 30 that the Department of Health and Human
Services (HHS) would release Low-Income Home Energy Assistance
Funds (LIHEAP) for FY 2014. The release of New Hampshires
$3.384 million in funding follows a letter Shaheen and Ayotte wrote
to HHS last week calling for the immediate release of the states
LIHEAP funds.
The release of New Hampshires LIHEAP funds is a welcome
development for families across New Hampshire, said Shaheen
and Ayotte. To many struggling Granite State families in need, this
assistance is critical, especially as our state continues to experience
bitter cold weather.
The release of LIHEAP funds will allow low-income families and
seniors in New Hampshire access to the critical assistance more
quickly. Shaheen and Ayotte have advocated for LIHEAP funding
as high energy costs and the struggling U.S. economy have caused
record numbers of Americans to apply for home heating assistance.
Despite an increase of $169 million for LIHEAP funding from FY
2013 to FY 2014, unfortunately, the number of households eligible
for LIHEAP continues to surpass those able to receive assistance.
Common Misconceptions
About Fuel Effciency
Fuel efciency is an important issue for car buyers,
and understandably so. Conserving fuel is good for
drivers budgets and the planet, so the concept of fuel
efciency would seem to benet everyone.
But just because fuel efciency is a good concept does
not mean there are not misconceptions about it among
drivers and automotive professionals alike. The following
are some of the more widely held misconceptions about
fuel efciency.
* Full tanks conserve fuel. Many people have long
believed that a nearly full tank of gas means the fuel
within that tank is less likely to evaporate, and that tanks
that half-full tanks are losing gas to evaporation. Though
this might have been the case years ago, todays vehicles
are smarter than ever before, and their fuel systems are
designed with vapor recovery systems so drivers travel-
ing around with tanks that are closer to empty than full
arent losing gas to evaporation.
* Manual transmissions are more fuel efcient.
Technology can once again be credited with turning
conventional wisdom on its head. In the past, manual
transmission vehicles might have been more fuel efcient
because drivers could more efciently control engine
revving with a 5-speed manual transmission than they
could with the standard 3-speed automatic transmission.
However, automatic transmissions have evolved over
the years, and they are now more adept at controlling
revs and conserving fuel than many drivers of manual
transmission vehicles.
* When you ll up matters. Some drivers have long
believed that lling up during the cooler hours of the day
earns them more gas than lling up when the tempera-
tures are at their peak. This theory traces its origins to
the fact that liquids are at their most dense when they
are cool. But todays lling stations store their gas in
tanks beneath the ground, which is why you might see
a tanker emptying its contents into the ground at the ll-
ing station. These underground tanks are insulated from
temperature swings, so you arent likely to receive any
more gas by lling up in the morning than you will when
lling up at night.
* An old vehicle is destined to be less fuel efcient.
Any product that is allowed to fall into disrepair will
prove less efcient than products that are well main-
tained, and cars are no exception. A poorly maintained
car will not operate at peak fuel efciency because its
likely being forced to work harder to get down the street
than it would if it was well kept. But a well-maintained
vehicle should not grow less fuel efcient over time.
* Shifting into neutral while stopping saves gas. This is
another misconception that was once true but no longer
applies thanks to advances in technology. When engines
still had carburetors, shifting into neutral might have
helped conserve fuel by stopping the ow of gas into the
engine while the car was idling. However, fuel injection
systems are now computerized and capable of sensing
when an engine is revving above idle. This shuts off the
fuel injectors, preventing gas from being injected into the
engine and preventing gas from being wasted while the
vehicle is stopped as a result.
Taking steps to conserve fuel is a good way for drivers
to save money and benet the environment. However,
some of the conventional means to conserving fuel are
no longer viable.
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The biggest changes that will be noticed by taxpayers this ling
season revolves around funding for the Affordable Care Act aka
Obamacare.
The additional Medicare Tax will be paid at a rate of .9% by taxpay-
ers whose wage income exceeds $200,000 for the ling statuses of
single, qualifying widower and head of household, $250,000 for
married ling joint and $125,000 for married ling separately. Wage
income for this increase includes wages and compensation subject to
regular Medicare tax and self employment income. Certain fringe
benets even though not received in cash is included. For example,
contributions to a 401K is not subject to federal tax, but is income
subject to Social Security and Medicare withholding. Health Insurance
premiums provided by an employer or contributed by the employee on
a tax exempt basis is not subject to these taxes so would not be
included in the total.
Employers are mandated to start withholding the additional .9%
when an employee reaches the $200,000 mark in wages during the
year. This will satisfy the additional tax for certain taxpayers. However,
taxpayers who le jointly may have to pay additional tax through the
return or may get a refund of the additional taxes withheld by ling the
new Form 8959.
For instance John earns $210,000 a year while his wife Mary earns
$150,000 a year. John's employer started taking additional tax for John
on $10,000. Mary's employer was not required to withhold additional
amounts because her income was under $200,000. Jointly on the
return, their wages are $360,000. We subtract from that the threshold
level of $250,000 for married ling joint, leaving $110,000 subject to
the additional tax. Since additional tax was only withheld on $10,000
of this amount, John and Mary will have to calculate the additional tax
and pay it with their return.
John earns the same amount of money, but his wife Mary has no
wages. Their income for wages on the income tax return is $210,000.
This is $40,000 below the threshold level for them to be required to
pay the additional tax. However, John's employer was mandated by
law to start withholding the additional amount of .9% from John's
wages when he reached $200,000 during the year. When they le their
income tax return, they will le the new form 8959, to receive a refund
of these additional taxes that were withheld.
So as you can see, there may require additional planning by some
taxpayers to pay this additional tax during the year by making
estimated tax payments so they are not surprised with a large bill come
tax ling season.
Taxpayers who nd themselves with incomes approaching the
threshold limit should make sure that they are taking advantage of
some employers fringe benets that can lower the income subject to
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Salem High School did their part in the
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on Saturday, February 1. A total of 17 students
and three adults from the high school raised
over $8,500 and took a plunge into the chilly
waters of Hampton Beach. This total increased
by about $5,000 since last year. The donations
will help fund the Special Olympics.
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Hillsborough County Attorney Patricia M. LaFrance
announces that on Monday, January 27, Jeffrey Garcia,
36, of Salem, was sentenced to 4 1/2 to 13 1/2 years
in prison by the Honorable Gillian Abramson after
pleading guilty to charges of Negligent Homicide,
Second Degree Assault and Reckless Conduct.
On October 30, 2011, the defendant was driving
north on Interstate 93. While in Londonderry, the
victim, age 30, attempted to pass the defendant.
Whether the victim sped up or slowed down, the
defendant matched his speed to hers. The defendants
behavior continued to I-293 in Manchester where
he cut off the victims vehicle, causing her to lose
control of the car she was driving and roll down an
embankment into the median. The driver and front
seat passenger were ejected. The driver died shortly
afterward from her injuries. Her front seat passenger
suffered serious injuries but survived. The three children
in the backseat escaped without serious injuries.
After hearing from the parties regarding the
appropriate sentence, the Court sentenced Garcia
to the maximum sentence of 3 1/2 to 7 years in the
New Hampshire State Prison with a consecutive state
prison sentence of 1 to 6 1/2 years for the Second
Degree Assault Charge. On the Reckless Conduct, the
maximum state prison sentence of 3 1/2 to 7 years is
suspended for 10 years from the date of Garcias release
from the New Hampshire State Prison. Garcias license
to drive was revoked for 7 years upon his release from
prison and he is to obtain a mental health evaluation.
Assistant County Attorneys Lisa Drescher and
Michael Zaino represented the State in this prosecution
with assistance from Victim/Witness Advocate
Catherine McNaughton. Trooper Bryan Trask of the
New Hampshire State Police investigated the case.
Questions about the case can be referred to County
Attorney LaFrance at the Hillsborough County Attorneys
Ofce, 627-5605.
Friday, February 7
7:00 a.m. Week in Review (Feb. 3)
7:30 a.m. Board of Selectmen (Feb. 3)
9:30 a.m. Zoning Board of Adjustment (Feb. 4)
11:30 a.m. Conservation Commission (Feb. 5)
1:00 p.m. Deliberative Session (Feb. 1)
2:37 p.m. Potholes, Water Breaks and Road Courtesy
3:00 p.m. Salem Police Beat: SafetyNet
3:30 p.m. Governor & Executive Council (Jan. 15)
5:30 p.m. 2014 Town Meeting Warrant & Ballot Articles
6:15 p.m. 2014 Zoning Amendments Review
6:30 p.m. Week in Review (Jan. 27)
7:00 p.m. Planning Board (Jan. 28)
7:00 p.m. Board of Selectmen (Feb. 3)
9:00 p.m. Zoning Board of Adjustment (Feb. 4)
11:00 p.m. Conservation Commission (Feb. 5)
Sunday, February 9
Monday, February 10
7:00 p.m. Board of Selectmen - Live
Tuesday, February 11
8:00 a.m. 2014 Zoning Amendments Review
8:30 a.m. Deliberative Session (Feb. 1)
1:30 p.m. Town Moderator, Chris Goodnow on Elections & Polls
(March)
7:00 p.m. Planning Board - Live
11:00 a.m. Planning Board (Feb. 11)
7:00 p.m. Budget Committee - Live
Thursday, February 13
8:30 a.m. Planning Board (Feb. 11)
11:00 a.m. Budget Committee (Feb. 12)
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Te group of volunteers from Salem High School who attended the Penguin Plunge at Hampton Beach
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Hockey Team Comes Back to Draw Defending Champion Crusaders, 3-3
Salem defender Jake Burns controls the puck at mid-ice
during the Blue Devils draw with Memorial.
by Jacob Gagnon
It was a game with playoff implications and one of the biggest tests
to date for the Blue Devils. The Salem High School hockey team,
led by Head Coach Mark McGinn, travelled to the JFK Coliseum in
Manchester to face the defending state champions Memorial High
School Crusaders on Thursday, January 30.
Salem, who sat at 9-1 prior to the contest, was ready to make a
statement by taking on the Crusaders on their home rink. The JFK
rink is also the place where Salem will have to win if they are to take
home a state championship.
We get to experience the atmosphere (of the JFK) so its denitely
going to help us play here in the long run if we make it that far (in
the postseason). Its an adjustment and, to get to play on it (the rink)
twice before the playoffs denitely helps, said McGinn.
Last season, Memorial defeated Salem twice in the regular season.
That added an extra element of motivation for the
Blue Devils in the contest.
The rst period set the tone for the entire game, with both teams
battling back and forth. Both teams took shots on goal without
scoring until midway through the rst period. Salem struck rst
at the 6:41 mark as junior Cody Soucy scored on an assist from
classmate Paul Antkowiak. Junior goalkeeper Sam MacDonald made
a number of impressive saves to shut out the Crusaders in the rst
period.
Our mindset was that these next four or ve games are rst-round
playoff games that weve got to be ready for. It is a gauge of where
we need to be, how hard weve got to work, said McGinn. Were
going to get every teams best efforts and thats what the playoffs are
going to be like.
Memorial struck back in the second period of play. After an early
scoring opportunity, Salem surrendered a tying goal on a Memorial
High power play at 4:15 into the second period. Another Salem
penalty, this time for hooking, led to a second goal for Memorial a
little over ve minutes later. The Crusaders built on their lead with
one last goal at the 12:23 mark of the second period to take the
3-1 advantage. Salem seemed stunned at the start of Memorials
offensive attack in the second period. It was not until the Crusaders
third score of the game that the Blue Devils seemed to reawaken.
The Blue Devils intensity rose in the third period. Less than
a minute into the nal period, Soucy scored again with an assist
from sophomore Alex Ring to cut the lead to a single goal. Salem
continued to ght back against the reeling champions. Just 2:31
into the third period, the Blue Devils tied up the game at three goals
apiece as sophomore Chris Lemay scored on an assist from junior
Kyle Nagri.
That Soucy, (junior Kyle) Svenson, (sophomore Matt) Hayes line
really stepped up, said McGinn. Lemay and my two defenders,
Ring and Antkowiak, played pretty solid and logged a lot of minutes.
Theyre in pretty good shape to play at that level.
The excitement at the JFK Coliseum rose to a shriek in the
nal moments of regulation time as both squads landed shots
on goal with neither team scoring. In overtime, both teams had
opportunities to earn the victory but a strong defensive effort, as well
as terric goaltending, maintained the stalemate. The Blue Devils
and Crusaders fought to a 3-3 draw.
We havent put three periods together yet, said McGinn. The
outcome, after trailing, is good. Youre disappointed when you dont
win, but I think our kids showed some heart, came back and battled.
Theyve just got to play like that for three periods.
MacDonald made 27 saves in three periods between the pipes,
as well as four saves in the overtime period. With the draw, Salems
record stands at 9-1-1, while Memorial becomes 5-2-2 on the year.
A little extra skating in practice usually cures hard work. We
have a pretty well-rounded team. If someone has a bad game,
someone usually steps up. said McGinn. Its a good bunch of kids
in there and theyre starting to develop and learn.
As the Blue Devils, led by mostly sophomores and juniors,
continue to improve, they will be a force in the Division I ranks
in the future. The question that McGinn and the Salem squad are
hoping to answer soon, however, is whether they will be a force in
this years postseason.
Salem defender
Jake Burns checks a
Memorial opponent
as teammate Cody
Soucy takes the
puck away.
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Boys Basketball Squad Stumbles Against Merrimack
by Jacob Gagnon
The Salem High School boys basketball team
showed a spark in their game against Merrimack
High School on Friday night, January 31 in
Salem. That rst-half spark was not enough to
ignite an offensive inferno, however, as the Blue
Devils stumbled in the second half and lost to the
Tomahawks, 59-43.
I thought we had a great rst half. I thought
we played really well on both ends of the oor.
We executed on offense, said Head Coach Rob
McLaughlin. As a unit, I thought they really had
each others back, played hard together, made
some key stops and got some shots when we
needed to.
Salem was stellar in the rst half. The score was
tied at eight points apiece after the rst quarter.
In the second quarter, both teams went back and
forth with scoring. Towards the end of the second
quarter, the Tomahawks had maintained a slight
advantage over the Blue Devils. Just as it looked
like Merrimack was about to take full control of
the game, Salem sophomore Jared Gott scored
a three-pointer as the quarter came to a close
to keep the Blue Devils within striking distance
heading into the second half. Salem trailed 27-26
at the end of two quarters.
We were doing the little things that good teams
do in order to not anyone extend their lead (in
the rst half) and to get back in the game, said
McLaughlin. I thought we had the momentum
on our side.
Gott had propelled Salem to victory the
previous
night,
January 30,
over Dover High School, 72-66. Gott collected
an amazing 29 points in the contest, including
six, three-point baskets. Michael Felix, who
had scored 12 points for Salem against Dover,
continued to play well against Merrimack, tallying
eight points in the rst half of play.
Its their (Gott and Felix) work ethic. Jared
(Gott) has come in as a sophomore and really put
his nose to the oor and gets after it every day,
said McLaughlin. Mike (Felix) has been with us
three years now and he knows what it takes and
hes starting to get into that lead-by-example role
in practice as well. They are both stepping into
where wed like them to be.
One minute into the second half, Gott scored
to pull Salem ahead of Merrimack by a point. The
Tomahawks responded by rallying for 14 points in
the third quarter to take a 41-31 lead going into
the nal quarter.
In the second half, we got into some foul
trouble and we had trouble matching their size.
But I was proud of them. Weve got a group
that wont quit; they keep battling. Well keep
working with a group like that every time, said
McLaughlin. There were a lot of positives
coming out of this.
The Blue Devils offense continued to
stumble in the fourth quarter, earning plenty
of opportunities to score, but not being able
to put points on the board. Still, Salem fought
hard throughout the fourth quarter, pressuring
Merrimack. It appeared, at times, that Salems
rst-half energy was returning, but the Tomahawks
were able to quench any comeback. Merrimack
maintained the lead and claimed the victory, 59-
43, to improve to 8-1 on the year. With the loss,
Salem falls to 3-5 this season.
Both Gott and Felix led the Blue Devils with 13
points apiece. Brent Barrett scored nine points.
Timothy Dodier collected ve points.
Well get back to work tomorrow, said
McLaughlin. (We will) tighten some things up
and try to get our legs under us a bit and be ready
to go for Monday.
For a team in the midst of the toughest part of
the season, there is no time to dwell on a loss or
reminisce about a win. There is only time to get
better, to x the mistakes and to move forward.
The Blue Devils know that as well as any team in
the state.
Salems Michael Felix defends against a Merrimack High player during Friday nights loss.
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SHS Wrestlers Lace Up with Pink to
Show Support for Teammates
submitted by Mary Boulet Moore
Several members of the Salem High School
wrestling team have immediate family members who
are battling cancer. To demonstrate support for these
team members and for their parents and grandparents
who are ghting to survive, all 22 varsity and junior
varsity wrestlers have changed the laces on their
wrestling shoes to pink. Every wrestler is also
wearing a pink ribbon sticker on their headgear.
Coach Wes Decker, who lost his mother and a
sister to cancer, is
impressed with the
solidarity his team
has shown to support
their teammates, and
with their willingness
to continue to raise
awareness about
cancer, even in the
off season. Each
summer, Coach Decker walks along with the Salem
High School wrestling team in Salems Relay for Life
event.
The Salem High School wrestling team currently
has a record of 10 wins and six losses. The coaching
staff works with these young athletes six days a
week not only to teach wrestling moves, but also
to show the boys how hard work and commitment
will make them better wrestlers. More importantly,
the Salem High School wrestling team is proving to
their coaches, and to their community, that they are
growing up to be respectful, supportive young men.
Courtesy photo
Salem High School Wrestling Team Captain
senior Christopher Fernandes

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