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Voters to Decide
Fate of SHS
Renovation Plan
Salem Police Offcer
Arrested, Later Terminated
Pretty in White...
Te Palmer School in North Salem sits silently after being covered in snow from a storm with unanticipated totals Saturday.
submitted by
Salem Police Department
On October 23, 2013, the
Salem Police Department was
notied by the New Hampshire
Attorney Generals Ofce that it
was conducting an investigation
into excessive force allegations
by Salem Ofcer Joseph Freda.
The Salem Police Department
immediately placed Ofcer Freda
on paid administrative leave and
cooperated fully with the Attorney
Generals Investigation. The Salem
Police Department conducted its
own thorough Internal Investigation.
Upon completion of the Salem
Police Departments investigation,
Ofcer Freda was placed on unpaid
administrative leave pending an
administrative hearing to take place
the week of January 20. Ofcer
Freda was arrested and booked
without incident on Wednesday,
January 15.
does not tolerate excessive use
of force from its police ofcers.
has longstanding policies and
procedures in place providing
guidance for its ofcers. The
Salem Police Department provides
comprehensive, ongoing, and
mandatory training for all of its
ofcers on all aspects of police
activity, including training on arrest
procedures and acceptable use of
force. It is our expectation that these
policies will be followed.
On January 21, 2014, Town
Manager Keith Hickey reported
Mr. Freda waived administrative
hearings at the police department
and town manager levels. Hickey,
upon recommendation from Police
Chief Paul Donovan, terminated
Mr. Fredas employment with the
Salem Police Department effective
immediately, citing the towns no
tolerance policy with respect to
excessive use of force.
Due to the ongoing criminal
investigation by the Attorney
Generals ofce, the Town of Salem
and the Salem Police Department
will have no further comment. All
inquiries should be directed to the
New Hampshire Attorney Generals
Ofce.
by AJ Dickinson
Local historian Margo Burns, tenth generation descendant of Rebecca
Nurse who was hanged in Salem, Massachusetts under the charge of
witchcraft, presented a program about the capital crime of witchcraft
at the Kelley Library Thursday, January 16. The University of New
Hampshire graduate who appears in two history documentaries about
the Salem Witchcraft Trials, Salem Witch Hunt: Examine the Evidence
and Salem: Unmasking the Devil, condently showed how well-
versed she is on the history of the famous incident as she dissected
actual documents from the 1692 trials. Many Salem residents sat
back and relaxed as Burns took them back to a time of fear and chaos.
Margos interest
derived from her
role as the Associate
Editor and Project
Manager of the new
book of scholarly
transcriptions
containing all the
primary sources
of legal records
of the witchcraft
prosecutions of 1692
and 1693, Records
of the Salem Witch-
Salem Witch Trials Presentation at Kelley Library
Hunt. The gripping program left residents both intrigued and informed of the
tragic American event. For more information on Margo Burns and the Salem
Witch Trials visit her website at http://www.17thc.us.
Margo Burns displays Rosenthals Records of the Salem Witch Hunt
Shown here is a detailed shot of documents
from the Salem Witch Trials.
Local historian Margo Burns is seen giving a Presentation on the Salem Witch Trials
at the Kelley Library Tursday, January 16.
by S. Aaron Shamshoyan
Its been nearly 50 years since Salem High School was built.
Just like any aging building, there is a growing list of problems
becoming more urgent to x.
Feeling that urgency, the school board will be presenting
voters with a plan to renovate the school, repairing mechanical
problems and reconguring the building for an updated learning
environment.
Last week, Superintendent Michael Delahanty told school board
members the renovation committee extensively reviewed three
options and the proposed plan was selected.
The three plans included: building a new school; repairing aging
systems in the current building; and a comprehensive renovation
that was ultimately recommended.
Delahanty said a new building was estimated to cost nearly
$112 million plus additional costs for land and development. He
said the current high school would need to be maintained while a
new structure was built.
The second plan, coined the band-aid approach, would cost
nearly $35 million to complete and did not include reconguration
to the building with updated learning spaces. Were not going to
have a different building, Delahanty said.
The nal plan, which voters will decide on this March, includes
demolition and reconstruction of parts of the building and
reconguring many spaces allowing for updates to meet current
guidelines.
Principal Tracy Collyer said now was the best time to renovate
the school, citing state funding to offset the $75 million price tag.
Collyer said nearly $11 million in state aid was available to help
fund the Career and Technical Education center renovation. She
said interest rates, around three percent, were also attractive for the
bonds and low construction costs would minimize the price.
The school is currently plagued with electrical and wiring issues,
along with security faults. Collyer said the band- aid approach
would not deal with security upgrades. She added the current
building does not have a re suppression sprinkler system.
Vocational Director Christopher Dodge said the renovation
would build core spaces, such as the auditorium and gymnasium,
for 1,400 students; but design classrooms for 1,200.
by Bob Gibbs
The Salem High School Center for Career
and Technical Education (CTE) is a great
example of a modern education system that
provides real world hands on education and
experience.
The Salem High School CTE provides 13
courses of study to SHS students. In New
Hampshire, approximately 60 percent of
vocational and technical training at the
secondary level is paid for by the state.
Along with the Salem students, CTE provides
training for approximately 80 students for
the Windham, Pelham and Timberlane
school districts. Salem does get reimbursed
from the other school districts. The other
school districts also provide reciprocal
education to Salem students.
The courses at Salem CTE include:
automotive technology, biotechnology,
building trades, computer aided drafting
and design, computer networking and
repair, computer software and media
applications, culinary arts, early childhood
education, health science technology,
marketing education, business and ofce
administration, pre-engineering and
television production. Next year, they plan
to add cosmetology.
Many of the courses award the students
with up to four college credits. The
credits are provided through Manchester
Community College. Students that complete
the Health Science and Technology course
can nish high school as Licensed Nursing
Assistants (LNA) or Emergency Medical
Technicians (EMT). The EMT students all
have the opportunity to ride along with the
Salem Fire Departments EMS to observe
what being an EMT is all about. All of the
courses provide the students with a strong
foundation to further their education or to
go directly into their chosen career path.
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submitted by Brian Quirk
After serving as Deputy Rockingham County
Attorney for more than 15 years, Tom Reid has
submitted his resignation from that position.
Over that time period, he worked tirelessly
on behalf of the county and victims of crime.
He values and appreciates the relationships
he formed with the county ofcials, law
enforcement and those that he has served.
The New Hampshire Attorney General has
conrmed that Attorney Reid was not the target
of any criminal investigation; and the exhaustive
investigation - that included all aspects of the
ofce over the span of 15 years - revealed no
evidence whatsoever of any such misconduct by
Attorney Reid.
Tom Reid states that: The manner in which
the investigation has been handled has taken a
signicant toll on my family. I also recognize
that a continued suspension with pay is unfair to
the taxpayers of Rockingham County. Therefore,
I have resigned effective today.
Attorney Reid has enjoyed a long,
distinguished career as Deputy Rockingham
County Attorney. The Deputy County Attorney
serves at the pleasure of the County Attorney.
In light of the change in leadership due to the
suspension of County Attorney Reams, Attorney
Reid has decided to resign and move on. He
appreciates all the support that he has received
during these last difcult months.
The following quotes are from some of the
individuals who have worked with Attorney Reid:
Cathy Stacey, Register of Deeds:
Tom Reid has been an essential resource to
Rockingham County departments and ofces,
including the Registry of Deeds over the past
fteen years. He has successfully represented
this department in numerous cases and provided
counsel on a wide variety of matters within his
considerable expertise. His resignation is a huge
loss to the county.
Chief Steve Savage, Plaistow Police
Department:
I have worked with Tom on many cases
and regarding many issues over the past fteen
years. Tom proved himself to be an exceptional
prosecutor. Every chief I have spoken to concurs.
This is an unfortunate loss for the Rockingham
County law enforcement community. I wish him
well in his next endeavor.
Michael Downing, Rockingham County
Sheriff:
Throughout my years as
Sheriff, Tom has always been
a tremendous asset to this
department. He was the
Go-to Guy with our legal
questions and on all our major
cases. We relied on him.
Hes hard to replace.
These individuals have
expressed a willingness to
speak with the media in
regard to this matter.
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Keene State College has released the Deans List
for the fall semester. Among the 1,498 students
named to the Deans List are: Rachel Blazek,
Kelsey Caron, Jamie Clark, Dakota Cohen, Stephen
Day, Gregory Dunn, Alexandra Falls, Shannon
Flynn, Amanda Hall, Kathryn LaTourette, James
McLaughlin, Danielle Mulligan, Andrew Pierce,
John Santo, Nicholas Tilton, Annan Walker, and
Alexander Wolff.
The following residents have been named to the
Deans List at NHTI-Concord Community College in
recognition of their academic achievement during
the fall term. Sara Asmega, Amanda Davit, Danielle
Este, Stephanie Hart, Nicole Mulley, Juliette Reddy.
Jillian McColgan, a 2013 graduate of Salem High
School, has made the Deans list for the fall semester
at Quinnipiac University. She is in the Physician
Assistant Program, Class of 2017.
The fall semester Presidents List at Bryant
University includes Shannon N. Folia, a freshman
in Communication. Presidents List is an academic
distinction reserved for Bryants highest achievers
with the student earning a semester GPA of 4.0.
The fall semester Deans List at Bryant University
includes the following area residents: Delaney
Bradley, a freshman in Undeclared; Shannon Foglia,
a freshman in Communication; Michelle Meneades,
a freshman in Marketing; Stephen Randazzo, a
senior in Accounting
Nichols College has announced the Deans List for
the fall semester. Congratulations to Joseph Gallant
who achieved Deans High Honors.
Michael Mahn was named to the Presidents List
at Lyndon State College for the fall semester. For
inclusion on the Presidents List, students have to
complete at least 15 letter-graded credits with no
incomplete or failing grades, grades in at least four
different courses, and a perfect 4.0 grade-point
average. Michael is a junior and is majoring in
Music Business and Industry - Concentration in
Production.
Michelle Meneades, a freshman in International
Business - Marketing, was named to the fall semester
Deans List at Bryant University.
Daniel G. Morin has been named to the
Presidents List at Western New England for the
fall semester. Morin is majoring in Electrical
Engineering. Students are named to the Presidents
List for achieving a semester grade point average of
3.80 or higher.
Local residents were recently named to the Deans
List at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell for the
fall semester. Among those recognized for achieving
academic distinction at UMass-Lowell are: Bradley
Baker, majoring in Business Administration; Tyler
Beninati, majoring in Biology; Lauren Brouillard,
majoring in English; Alessandra Cozzone, majoring
in Nursing; Shannon Daher, majoring in Psychology;
David DeLuca, majoring in Plastics Engineering;
Tyler Donahue, majoring in Criminal Justice;
Finn Evans, majoring in Biology; Bryan Golden,
majoring in Business Administration; Cassandra
Hailson, majoring in Electrical Engineering; Crista
Harb, majoring in Nursing; Ronald Hoegen,
majoring in Biology; Jessica Lemenager, majoring
in Psychology; Riesa Maggio, majoring in Criminal
Justice; Anne Mersereau, majoring in Liberal Arts;
Mary Mersereau, majoring in Mathematics; Allana
Ormond, majoring in Liberal Arts; Michaela Rheault,
majoring in Business.
Amy Burzak has been named to the Deans List for
the fall semester at Marquette University. Burzak is
pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts.
Northern Essex Community College is pleased
to announce the appointment of students to the
Deans List for the fall term: Nikolaus Arboleda,
Liberal Arts; Kirsten Arnold, LA: Psychology;
Kaitlyn Arsenault, GS: Health Specialization; Aleth
Kae Atalig, GS: Health Specialization; Melissa
Augusta, Healthcare Technician Cert; Laurie
Bergeron, Nursing (ADN) Day; Kevin Brown,
General Studies; Timothy Caloggero, Liberal Arts;
Andrea Cardwell, Accounting; Robely Castillo,
GS: Health Specialization; Lorena Chajchic,
General Studies: Multi-Media; Alexander
Christensen, Criminal Justice; Nicole Coffey, GS:
Health Specialization; Christopher Cote, Business
Management; Jennifer Cote, LA: Biology; Judith
Cote, GS: Health Specialization; Julieann Cote, GS:
Health Specialization; Cody DAmico, LA: Physical
Sciences Option; Darcelle Daigneault, Human
Services; Ryan DeLucia, Business Management;
Corbin Decker, Criminal Justice; Thomas
Desmarais, Criminal Justice; Antonio DiFruscia,
CIS: Information Technology; Laura Diantgikis,
GS: Health Specialization; Michael Downing,
Business Transfer; Katelyn Drago, Criminal Justice;
Ashley Fay, Respiratory Care; Madisen Giordano,
GS: Phy Ed, Ex Sci, Sports Stu; Ellen Hammond,
Business Management; Jeffrey Hammond, Criminal
Justice; Hannah Heckman-McKenna, Liberal Arts;
Erin Holmes, General Studies; Joseph Huskey,
General Studies: Multi-Media; Lori Johnstone,
Alcohol Drug Abuse Counseling; Alyssa Kirby,
GS: Health Specialization; Margaret Larouche,
GS: Health Specialization; Danielle LeBoeuf,
CIS: Transfer Option; LaShante LeMieux, Nursing
(ADN) Day; Tracy Liptrap, Medical Billing Cert (IH);
Matt Loguidice, GS: Health Specialization; Carisa
Magown, General Studies: Art; Emily Marsden,
LA: Psychology; Nicole Martin, GS: Health
Specialization; Stephanie Mayo, Nursing (ADN) Day;
Johny McDonald, CIS: Transfer Option; Jennifer
Meisel, Liberal Arts; Kayla Mignanelli, Accounting;
Gregory Morgan, Accounting; Julie Mulry, Nursing
(ADN) Day; Tyler Nardone, CIS: Information
Technology; Danielle Naser, LA: Biology; Jose
Ortiz, Business Transfer; Camden Ouellette, GS:
Health Specialization; Lucia Ouellette, Business
Transfer; Andrea Oulton, GS: Health Specialization;
Genesis Pena, GS: Health Specialization; Daniel
Peters, Elementary Education; Kristen Pfeiffer, GS:
Health Specialization; Katherine Polanco-Rodriguez,
Accounting; Daniel Poumakis, Engineering Science;
Jacqueline Pry, Business Management; Bianca Raad,
Early Childhood Education; Jessica Raad, GS: Health
Specialization; Ashley Scull, Liberal Arts; Thomas
Shamma, LA: Philosophy; Cody Sharpe, Criminal
Justice; Helen Shiepe, Medical Ofce Assistant Cert;
Juliana Sideri, Criminal Justice; Carl Simcox, Liberal
Arts; Amber Sliva, Business Transfer; Khadija Smith,
GS: Health Specialization; Natasha Sorenson,
General Studies: Art; Derek Sullivan, Business
Transfer; Robert Sullivan, Engineering Science; Gina
Torento, GS: Health Specialization; Jesenia Vera,
General Studies: Music Option; Jennifer Williams,
GS: Health Specialization; Arianna Zulauf, LA:
Middle/HS Teaching Option
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Bruins Snowman
Bruins snowman by Brady Roux of Salem.
Courtesy photo
Statement from
Attorney Thomas F. Reid
submitted by
Salem Animal Rescue League
Dont I look like a love bug? My
name is Creamsicle and I love to
be held and cuddled in your arms.
I came to Salem Animal Rescue
League (SARL) after weaning my
babies; some of them are still here
also waiting to be adopted. I am
still quite young myself so I love to
play with toys, chasing balls and toy
mice across the oor. Why dont you
come and play with me? Come meet
Creamsicle and the other cats at the
Salem Animal Rescue League during
our open hours: Thursday, 2-7 p.m.
and Saturday and Sunday, 12-4 p.m.
We would also like to mention that
SARL currently has plenty of kittens
who are also available for adoption!
Come Meet a
Dream of a Creamsicle
Courtesy photo
submitted by Salem Police Department
On Sunday, January 19, at approximately
8:04 p.m., Salem Police responded to the area
of Cluff Crossing Road apartments for a report
of an armed robbery of a pizza deliveryman.
The 21 year old male victim reported that
while he was delivering food, a man came up
behind him and put him in a headlock. The
suspect stated he had a knife and to give him
all the money or he would kill him. The victim
stated he felt a sharp object pressing into the
back of his neck. The suspect got away with
approximately $150 to $180 and ed the area
on foot. A witness who opened his apartment
door witnessed the suspect running down the
hallway and out the door. A Salem Police K9
responded and tracked the suspect a short
distance to another building where the track
ended.
The suspect was described as a stocky
white male, approximately 6 feet 1 inch,
200 pounds, mid-20s, stubby facial hair,
and wearing a black hat and jacket. Salem
Detectives responded and are investigating.
Anyone with information is asked to contact
Salem Police Department at 893-1911 or the
Southern NH Crimeline at 893-6600.
Pizza Deliveryman Robbed
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Signs are Imperative to Direct
Customers to NH Farmers Market
As a health coach and co-president of the Salem
NH Farmers Market, I have a passion to make
good wholesome food available to the people of our
communities.
Te food available at the grocery store is diferent
from the foods you can buy at the Farmers Market.
Tere are many benefts to local foods. Foods at the
market are picked hours before the market, retaining
much of their nutritional value and favor. Local farms
use fewer pesticides, antibiotics, hormones and are free
of irradiation. Te market supports our local farmers
and artisans, and the local economy.
As written, the proposed Salem, NH zoning
amendment #4 would exclude the farmers market. Te
signs are imperative to help patrons fnd the market
which is hosted by Lake Street Garden Center. We are
only asking for six signs, strategically placed around the
community for seven hours during each market for the
sole purpose of helping people fnd us. Te signs are
professionally printed and fall within the size limits.
Please support the Salem, NH Farmers Market. Talk
to one of Salems elected of cials
Kay Barretto, Salem
Salem Nissan Donations are
Much Appreciated
Te generosity of the Salem community doesnt stop.
Te most recent donation that Saints Mary and Joseph
Community Service and the Family Promise of Greater
Rockingham County received was from Salem Nissan.
Tat fne business donated $1,000 to both of our
organizations and we are so appreciative because it helps
us act as a safety net for families and singles in this area.
With businesses cutting their workforce immediately
following the Christmas holiday and with the extreme
weather that we have been experiencing, it was most
important that we have funds to help temporarily
homeless members of our community meet their basic
needs for heat, shelter and food. We also want to thank
the management of Manor Motel, Park View Inn, and
Red Roof Inn for going above and beyond in working
to help the homeless. Tanks again to the Salem
business community!
Deacon David T. Costello, Saints Mary and Joseph
Community Service, Salem
Te GOP Disinformation
War on Obamacare
FOX News, the conservative press and their
behind-the-scenes fnancial supporters like the Koch
brothers continue to be wonderful allies to Washington,
DCs congressional Republicans. Tese are the people
who devise and back the plethora of lies and expensive
advertising that has been and continues to circulate
about Obamacare, in their ceaseless attempts to
discourage Americans from taking advantage of the
new policies. Tis included the October Tea Party-led
government shutdown, as they used the ACA as their
hostage to attempt to force the defunding of the law.
Our own New Hampshire congressional candidate
Bill OBrien held true to his past form by infamously
comparing the health benefts law to the Fugitive Slave
Act of 1850 in a noxious speech last August.
And ugly TV commercials (entitled Opt Out Of
Obamacare and both YouTubeable) exist for your
viewing pleasure produced by Opt-Out.org. Tey
feature a leering Uncle Sam (looking suspiciously
like the equally-scary Burger King from their past
commercials) participating in a young ladys pelvic
exam. Teres a similar spot that targets a young
male rectal-exam patient, and both ads are obvious
GOP attempts to scare our prime- aged citizens from
enrolling. Both messages lack even a semblance of
verisimilitude, which will hopefully cut into their
efectiveness against their primary targets.
Speeches and advertising like these examples from
the American right wing are not just attacks on the
Republican partys own constituents (were all used
to that by now), but actually teeter on the border of
derangement. Tey are the attempts of a cabal that
has been in a desperate free-fall in popularity save for
the ultra-conservative areas of the United States for
years, as their war on most citizens groups has reached
such a frenzy that many GOP senators and House
members on both the federal and state levels have been
spending their time since the partys 2012 election
losses studying and practicing new ways of speaking and
communicating to all the groups that theyve castigated
for years (women, African Americans, immigrants, the
elderly, etc.) in trying to get them back into their voting
columns. Imagine the phoniness of politicians who
actually need to study and memorize new earmarked
phrases and buzzwords to hoodwink men and women
whom they clearly despise, instead of demonstrating
any actual empathy about their various situations and
letting their legislation do the talking instead.
Hopefully in 2-3 years from now after most of the
former 46 million uninsured Americans are fnally
enjoying what will by then be basic benefts, everyone
save for all those Opt-Outers (at least the ones who
dont need ACA benefts yet) will be wondering what
the hubbub was all about. And Fox News and
the conservative media will still be lying about and
badmouthing the President and Democrats in general
on a daily basis. But any citizen with a scintilla of sense
will get their real-world information from far better
sources, as well as see the Republicans lamebrained anti-
American TV and radio advertising for the sick joke it
is.
William F. Klessens, Salem
Support Mike Lyons for Election
to Salem Board of Selectmen
My name is Mike Lyons and I am asking for your
support for election to the Board of Selectmen in
Salem, New Hampshire. I have lived in the town of
Salem for over 46 years, 22 years as a homeowner. As
a homeowner, I have paid over 40 tax bills. Tus, with
each decision I make that afects our tax rate, I am
directly impacted every December and July, just like
you. I understand what is needed to balance a budget
and live within my means. Currently, as a principal
engineer for Raytheon Company, I analyze proposals
for projects totaling over billions of dollars to ensure
the safety of our troops and our homeland. I utilize
daily the skills and qualities needed to be an efective
town leader: professionalism, analytical thinking,
and decision-making based on facts. Terefore, my
experiences, as a homeowner and career as an engineer,
provide me with the insights needed to be an efective
selectman.
As I look back on the last three years, I am proud of
several accomplishments. Many of you are aware of
my determination to rebuild our infrastructure while
stabilizing the tax rate. As a member of the Town Wide
Road Stabilization Committee, and with your support,
we have seen the development and implementation of
the Ten Year Road Program. During my tenure as a
selectman, we have reconstructed and resurfaced almost
50 miles of roadway. Additionally, we identifed 13
red listed or structurally defcient bridges in need of
reconstruction. When this next construction season is
completed, we will have reconstructed 11 bridges.
I will remain diligent as I continue to address our
inadequate roads and failing bridges; it is time to
further revive this community. Our infrastructure is
the vehicle that drives this renewal. In the next three
years, I will work to complete the reconstruction of all
main roadways and move to rebuild our neighborhoods
with new streets. Tis will be done while maintaining
a stable tax rate. Further, my work on the Board of
Selectmen goes beyond our infrastructure. It is essential
to analyze town processes, such as the issuance of
building permits, for further ef ciencies; and to avoid
limiting our options for potential insurance carriers
with the collective bargaining units. As it is important
to address the workings of the town, it is also critical to
be introspective in our approach to town government.
I believe, now more than ever, it is time to bring
a sense of confdence in the Board of Selectmen. I
have seen trust in the Boards ability to deal with the
communitys issues diminish over the past three years
and it is disturbing. It is easy to identify problems
and blame others. It is more challenging, however,
to analyze issues and seek reasonable solutions that
meet the needs of all taxpayers. Tis can only be
found within a true leader who has vision. It is time
to revitalize the true spirit of Salem, which can only
be accomplished through transparency and open
government. I believe I possess the qualities needed to
accomplish this.
Please cast one of your two votes, for me, Mike
Lyons, For the Road Ahead.
Mike Lyons, Salem
Republicans and Train Wrecks
One of the favorite phrases that Republicans use
to describe President Obamas policies is that the
policy is a train wreck. No matter what the policy
simply place these two magic words at the end of the
sentence describing the policy. Lets look at all these
Obama train wrecks. Te Stimulus policy was devised
in 2009 to stop the economic collapse which was
costing 800,000 American jobs per month; within
three months of this law being signed the massive job
loss turned into job growth gain each month for the
last three years. Another portion of the Stimulus Bill
was the Federal Government picking up 70 percent of
Cobra Health Insurance payments for Americans who
lost their jobs during the Great Recession.
Te next major so called train wreck was bailing out
the auto industry. Eighty percent of the loans have
been repaid, millions of jobs in the auto industry and
related industries were saved and now for frst time in
years America has returned to exporting large numbers
of automobiles. Bank bailouts and monetary policies
that keep interest rates low roundly criticized by Tea
Party pols have positioned the American housing
market for a robust recovery. Te latest so called train
wreck is Obamacare. A closer look at the previous
healthcare system is instructive. Exclusion of people
with pre-existing conditions, lifetime beneft caps which
endanger children with serious illnesses, no cap on
insurance company profts, health insurance rate hikes
higher than the infation rate and an average of 14,000
people per day losing their health insurance. It would
seem that the previous system was the real train wreck.
Te harshest criticism of Obamacare comes from Texas
politicians who boast the poorest healthcare delivery
system in the country. Texas has the highest percentage
of citizens without health insurance in the country
as well as the highest percentage of children without
insurance and their answer to this problem is their U.S.
Senator Ted Cruz reciting nursery rhymes on the Senate
Floor.
Long term unemployment is another issue where
Republicans have no strategy. President Obama has
suggested a multi-pronged approach which include
aggressive job training programs in order to align
worker skill sets to available jobs, road and bridge
infrastructure repair to reduce time wasted waiting in
traf c and improve worker productivity, and supporting
states that adopt higher learning standards in our
schools. Te real political issue facing the country is
the unwillingness of the Republican Party to engage
in substantive policy discussions; immigration reform,
energy policy, tax code reform are all issues that need to
be addressed by both parties in a bipartisan constructive
manner. Te Republican Party needs to move away
from their polarizing social agenda and obsession with
guaranteeing universal access to assault weapons and
toward specifc policy proposals on the great issues
if they are going to be taken seriously as a national
political party.
John Mosto, Salem
Grateful for Communitys
Support With Annual
Christmas Dinner
Te Salem, NH Knights of Columbus, Salem
Christmas Fund and Saints Mary and Joseph Parish,
would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for the
encouragement, support and participation to all of
the volunteers, drivers, helpers, who took part in this
years fourth Annual Christmas Dinner on Christmas
Day. We also are very appreciative of the following
local businesses that supported this endeavor: Tuscan
Kitchen for help in cooking the turkeys; Shaheen
Brothers for the food donation; Edward Jones of Salem;
the Pie Guy, the Barron School children who once again
made the table favors and Amy Moldof who provided
Christmas music for the occasion. Hopefully we have
not omitted anyone. Remember it takes many helping
hands to make this event a success for the community.
David Tompson, Salem
Changes will not be made to the 2014 town
operating budget despite a proposal by Selectman
Stephen Campbell to slash $38,000 from the
bottom line.
The proposal Monday comes after the board
was informed a server room, slated for nearly
$65,000, would not be constructed.
Right now we are up ten cents, Campbell
said regarding the tax rate per thousand for the
proposed $40 million dollar budget. Its not the
zero increase we originally voted for.
But other members felt the funding is still
needed for projects coming in over estimates.
Selectman Michael Lyons said a fuel storage tank
for the Department of Public Works had come in
nearly $23,000 over an estimate, and electricity
expenditures were estimated to over expend the
budgeted number by about $33,000.
When it leaves our hands its our best estimate
at that time, Lyons said about the budget.
Selectman James Keller said he would be
concerned to blindly cut money from the
budget after an extensive review process. We
painstakingly went through each line item, he
said.
Chairman Everett McBride agreed saying he
would not vote to change the bottom line.
Campbell said the proposed reduction would
drop the tax rate by one cent. He feared the
proposed budget would not pass voters forcing
the town to operate on a $38.6 million default
budget.
The board voted 3-2 to approve the budget,
as written, with Selectman Pat Hargreaves and
Campbell opposed.
The board also had an opportunity to vote on
town warrant articles and citizen petitions and
decide their support.
The board favored all three town bond articles,
totaling $3,731,000, which included three bridge
reconstructions and town water improvements.
The rst article would reconstruct the Shannon
Road Bridge over Providence Hill Brook, Teague
Drive Bridge over the Spicket River, and Cove
Road Extension over Arlington Pond.
Town Manager Keith Hickey said bids for the
Shannon Road project came in below estimates.
He anticipated the other two bridge projects
would be under budget also but said bids had not
yet been received.
The Teague Drive bridge is currently closed to
trafc after a multiple year single lane closure.
The second article called for water
improvements to North Policy Street, while the
third was for discharge management at the water
treatment plant.
But citizen petitions sparked more debate.
The board voted all but one charitable petition
without recommendation. Selectman Stephen
Campbell said supporting only select charities
would not be appropriate and felt the board
should vote against all four petitions. We cant
give to every non-prot, he said.
The board did however vote a $12,500
petition for the Salem Boys & Girls Club with
recommendation on a 3-2 split, with Campbell
and Pat Hargreaves opposed.
Discussion on warrant articles will continue
during the town deliberative session next month.
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W.F.Boutin EA - Total Tax Solutions LLC
Two weeks ago at the end of my rst article I suggested that " When
having your tax returns professionally prepared, do not hesitate to ask
for references and question the experience of your tax preparer. "
In 2009, the IRS began the process of addressing several concerns
related to the tax return preparer industry.
One of the major concerns was that anyone was permitted to prepare
a federal tax return for another person for a fee, regardless of compe-
tence or adherence to ethical or professional standards. After review
the IRS decided that
(1) they implement a general requirement that tax return preparers
register with the IRS, (2) that tax return preparers be subject to
competency examinations, (3) that tax return preparers be required
to take continuing education courses on a yearly basis, (4) that the
Circular 230 ethical rules would be extended to all tax return prepar-
ers. Tax preparers meeting these requirements would have the title of a
Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP).
In tax season 2010, the IRS required that all returns be signed with a
PTIN (preparer tax identication number). Each year a preparer must
register prior to the new ling season. There is a fee to acquire this
number.
Beginning January1, 2012, a preparer would be required to complete
15 hours of continuing professional education credits (CPE) to retain
their tax preparation privileges. Of course course are not free so there
would be a cost involved. And lastly, by December 31, 2013, all
RTRP's would be required to have passed a 2.5 hour test of 120
questions costing approximately $116.00 to continue to be able to
prepare taxes for a fee.
NOTE: These requirements were not required of Enrolled Agents (EA),
CPA's and attorneys since they are already regulated by IRS circular
230, with continuing education requirements to be completed
annually.
So as you can see, the IRS phased in this program in the attempts to
not disrupt the preparation industry and to place preparers on notice
that there was a need to improve the accuracy of tax return lings by
ensuring tax preparers are competent and ethical in delivering paid tax
preparation services.
In March of 2012, three independent tax preparers along with the
Institute for Justice challenged the program's legal authority. Then on
January 18, 2013, the United States District Court for the District of
Columbia enjoined the IRS from enforcing the regulatory requirements
for registered return preparers stating that the IRS lacked the authority
to do so.
Comments made by the legal representatives of these three preparers
stated that " the proposed regulations being implemented by the IRS,
would have affected approximately 350,000 tax preparers. Unofcial
estimates are that "tens of thousands" of tax preparers would have been
put out of business by not being able to comply with the new rules".
Golly gee whiz, how would these "preparers" not have been able to
comply with the new rules? Would they have failed the background
check required when ling for a PTIN number? Would they not have
been able to pass the courses every year to acquire their CPE credits or
most disturbing of all, did they lack the tax knowledge to not be able
to pass the competency test? The fees involved are the nature of
running a business. These entrepreneurs should expect that. The IRS is
ling appeals.
Needless to say, anyone can make a mistake, however I can attest to
the fact that over 50% of my client base had errors on their previous
returns when they rst came to this company to have their taxes
prepared.
An income tax return cannot be completed correctly unless many
questions are asked in the process of the preparation. So to reiterate,
when having your tax returns professionally prepared, do not hesitate
to ask for references and question the experience of the preparer.
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submitted by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem
The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem, New Hampshire
will host its annual John P. Ganley - St. Patricks Day Memorial
Award Luncheon on Monday, March 17. This is a special year
for this luncheon as it marks the 25th year that the club has
held the luncheon in memory of former Salem Police Chief
John P. Ganley. Doors open at 11 a.m. for refreshments and
the program gets underway at 12 p.m. A meal of corned beef
and cabbage will be served followed by the presentation of the
John P. Ganley Community Service Award. The Singing State
Trooper (now retired) Dan Clark, will perform favorite Irish
music as well as the New Hampshire Police Association Pipes &
Drums. This years major sponsor, the Pot of Gold Sponsor, is
Pentucket Bank.
The Chief John P. Ganley Community Service Award is
presented to an individual who has exhibited concern,
involvement and leadership in the community of Salem; while
providing inspiration to others, through his or her dedication,
integrity and courage in the manner exemplied by Chief John
P. Ganley during his life on earth. Chief Ganley passed away in
March of 1989 but his commitment to the community is carried
forward and honored each year on St. Patricks Day.
Last years recipient was Reverend David E. Yasenka whose
contributions to the Salem community are numerous. Reverend
Yasenka, pastor at Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, is a
proven leader in the greater Salem community. Over the past
30 years, he has partnered with and established relationships
throughout the greater Salem area. These relationships have
proved invaluable in solving problems that arose in the
community. Many organizations and programs were formed or
continue due to his efforts. His contributions to the community
and his compassion for others are the reason that he was chosen
as last years honoree.
The Ganley luncheon committee is currently accepting
nominations for this years award. Nominees should work
or reside in the community of Salem. Nomination forms are
available at the club or can be downloaded from our website at
http://www.salembgc.org/portal/ganley-luncheon. Completed
forms can be mailed to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem,
3 Geremonty Drive, Salem, NH 03079, Attn: Ganley Luncheon
Committee or E-mailed to ganley@salembgc.org. Nominations
will be accepted through February 21.
Reservations are required to attend the luncheon and will
be accepted beginning February 1. Tickets are $50 per person
or $500 for a table. For more information, contact Denise
Dolloff at the Club, 898-7709, ext. 16 or via E-mail at ddolloff@
salembgc.org.
by Jay Hobson
The Coalition of Care monthly meeting was held on
Wednesday, January 15, at Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church,
171 Zion Hill Road. The coalition discussed how the agencies
that work with homeless individuals and families can work with
hotels and motels to house families and individuals with their
housing needs.
The Coalition of Care is a group of town ofcials from Salem,
Derry, Londonderry and others, as well as social workers who
meet to network on the third Wednesday of the month.
Kathy Walton, Town of Salem Welfare Director, said that they
refer people to 2-1-1 or NH 2-1-1 which helps people in need of
housing through a database of available shelters and hotels and
motels willing to take people in need of housing and provide
them with emergency shelter.
They typically let us know what shelters have availability and
given the composition of the family we can send the family or
individual by taxi to whatever shelter has an opening. If they
choose to come back and meet with me the next day or a week
or if they choose to try to continue living in Salem, then Ill do a
case management and work with them, Walton said.
Walton said that if there is a family with school aged children,
and there are sometimes few family shelter beds available, then
often times theyll try to put them in a hotel.
This could be Manor Motel, Park View Motel or Red Roof
Inn, then attempt to do case management while they are at
the motel and get them hooked up with some sort of case
management but it doesnt always work out well but we try,
Walton said.
Derry Human Services Director Jill McLoughlin said she
works in a very similar way.
The best one I ever did was at Holiday Inn because the
woman worked at Margaritas so I think it was $50 a night over
the last couple of months for her. Thats pretty much what we
do, we call the shelters to get shelter availability. Were not
seeing so much the families but were seeing single individuals,
McLoughlin said.
For some reason Londonderry can only use the Eagle Motel
in Hudson. Thats the only one they allow us to use, so thats
what we use, said Liz Jones, Health Care Manager at the
Greater Derry Community Health Services.
Keith Bates of Rockingham Community Action said that hotels
dont want to keep people more than 28 consecutive days
because they become a resident but that Bates understanding
was that it was a 90 day threshold.
Pat Parham, Ofce Manager at the Manor Motel in Windham
said that it varies from town to town.
Weve actually had a meeting in Windham about that
discussion because I had somebody come in homeless and no
place to go and she exceeded the 28 days but on assistance
through the town. The town said no more, were not helping
her and then we were stuck with a resident, Parham said.
Bates said that up until 90 days, the hotel has a right to
summarily evict someone and Parham said it was 28 days in
Windham.
Especially if they have children that go to the school system,
Parham said.
Barry Quimby of the Center For Life Management said that the
law is 90 days but that local ordinances, might have a tighter
ordinance.
Bates said that the churches need to talk to each other and to
the towns.
Pastor David Yasenka, Pastor of Triumphant Cross said that if
someone goes to one of the churches involved with Coalition
of Care during regular business hours they try to get that person
screened through Waltons ofce.
Even though we may have the resources, we try not to use
them at the very rst step. So Kathy does the screening and she
may know the history of the person rather than the church thats
trying to reinvent the wheel, Yasenka said.
He said if the town ofces are closed at the time, then there
are two procedures, one is the church would do whatever help
the person needs for an immediate situation and then through
email send that they helped XYZ family and that they could
use extra help doing it.
As soon as the workday would start again Kathy would be
notied, Yasenka said.
Walton said that sometimes people will cross over the state
line to seek help and the process has to start all over again if
they come back.
Yasenka said that the policy with the police is that in an
emergency they can bring someone to a hotel for the night.
The average beat person doesnt know it, but its written
somewhere that if they nd someone overnight thats homeless
they (the police) have the right to put them in motels. The
motels know that for one night welfare will cover that stay,
Yasenka said.
At a recent Board of Selectmen meeting, Selectman Pat
Hargreaves brought up that very issue stating that there should
be something that could be done to help people who are cold
and on the street during severe cold conditions.
Parham said that there have been guests at the motel that have
come to her as a result of town placement and that have gotten
jobs and places of their own through the efforts of the towns and
the motels.
Coalition of Care Works with Hotel Industry
to Provide Shelter for Homeless
Nominations Sought for John P. Ganley
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Hearing
Voters displayed a wealth of support for a renovation to Salem
High School last Thursday, January 16, at two separate public
hearings.
The evening began at the high school where board members
sought input on the proposed extensive renovation plan to the
school.
Stephen DeVito spoke favoring the bill, fearing costs would
only increase in the future. DeVito recalled a previous proposal
in 2007 to renovate the building at a cost of nearly $42 million,
which would cost $55 million today.
Its almost a no-brainer, DeVito said regarding the renovation.
School Board Chairman Bernie Campbell said the same project
would cost an estimated $55 million today, and did not include
reconstruction of the Career and Technical Center. He added the
town was not in the queue for nearly $12 million from the state to
help renovate the CTE. We hadnt waited our turn yet, he said.
School Resource Ofcer Matt Norcross also favored the
proposal. He said his training to become a resource ofcer
brought him to the newly built Nashua High School. They took a
lot of pride, Norcross said about students in Nashua.
But when starting in Salem, he said student moral was much
different. The rst thing I noticed was the condition of the high
school, he said.
A graduate of Salem High School himself, Norcross felt students
sense of pride is dwindling. I started to see there was a lack of
this pride, of Salem pride, that I remember.
The building, to a degree, has an impact on kids, he added.
Its embarrassing.
Selectman Michael Lyons advocated support for the project
and encouraged voters to show support at the budget committee
hearing later that night. In about an hour you are going to hear
that Im in favor of renovations, I just dont like the number, he
said about budget committee members. Stand up, say the right
thing, and dont be afraid.
Later that night, voters packed the Knightly meeting room in
support of the bond, asking board members to support the project.
Sherry Kilgus-Kramer told board members the project would be
an investment into Salems future. This is an opportunity to look
at the long-term, she said. It needs to have something done to
it.
Renovation Committee Member Michael Collins said the plans
were designed to be of as little cost to taxpayers as possible. The
committee worked hard to try not to spend money, he said.
School Board Chairman Bernie Campbell said the building was
aging and needed improvements.
Campbell, a graduate of the class of 1974, said the building was
only ve years old when he attended, and the previous generation
had just decided to build it. Today we owe the next generation
that opportunity, he said.
Budget Committee Chairman Dane Hoover agreed a renovation
was necessary, but felt the proposed plan was not the best. I just
think its not the right plan, he said.
Hoover was concerned about the cost of future town capital
projects and the need to renovate Woodbury Middle School also.
Theres probably $110 million on the town side, he said about
capital renovations.
The board voted 5-4 to move the plan to the ballot with
recommendation. Board members Paul Welch, Martha Spalding,
Dane Hoover and Selectmens Representative Stephen Campbell
opposed the motion.
The school board will continue to hold informational sessions
on the bond plan which will cost nearly $75 million.
by Bob Gibbs
With asbestos in the ooring and on the walls,
the Salem High School building has become a
money pit that often requires special HAZMAT
teams just to replace oor tiles.
With a roof that needs $1 million worth of
repairs, air systems that often dont circulate the
air and front doors that have one-half inch gaps
letting in the cold, the Salem High School has
been miraculously kept together with ingenuity
and some good luck.
Recently, there was a gas leak from an old
service that supplied gas for sciences labs.
There was often a smell of propane in the room,
but the source couldnt be found. Eventually,
professionals had to be hired to nd the leak that
was under the concrete oor. The leak needed to
be repaired and a new supply of gas needed to be
brought into the science lab, all at a cost to the
town.
During my recent tour of the school, I saw old
box room heaters that hadnt worked in years.
There is improvised wiring, the likes of which I
have only seen in my mechanics garage. The
security gates are right from the sixties. The gates
are complicated to close and heavy enough that
one person can have trouble closing them alone.
The public address speakers will take you back
to your high school days. There are ramps that
anyone in a wheel chair must be a little terried
to go down, as well as elevators that a powered
wheel chair just barely ts into.
Go into the upstairs gym. With just the
energy of one petite gymnast doing a oor
routine, you can feel the oor bounce. I kept
looking around thinking there had to be 10 kids
playing basketball. There wasnt. This oor is
over classrooms. On the walls there are boards
missing from what originally was a handball
court.
In the auditorium, there are holes in the
curtains; there is no place to store anything;
and the oor of the stage is a hazard to anyone
who might be wearing heels. Just outside the
stage the band is storing large trunks in the
exit hall creating an evacuation hazard. In the
band room, makeshift ramps have been built
but band members who are in wheelchairs still
need assistance to get to their positions. When
the grand piano used by the orchestra is needed
in the auditorium, an outside company needs to
be hired to move the piano around the narrow
doorways and hand railings.
In the nurses ofce, only hanging curtains
separate cots. Students with medical or personal
issues have very little privacy to discuss these
issues with medical staff.
During my interview with Salem School
Superintendent Michael Delahanty and school
board member Peter Morgan, I asked the
superintendent how he would rate the security
of the building. His answer was Poor. Very
poor. He went on to state that during the school
day, visitors are required to get buzzed in, sign
a logbook and wear a visitor badge. With all of
the fty doors in the building, it is impossible to
secure the building.
Mr. Delahanty and Mr. Morgan acknowledged
that there is not a theft problem at the school.
And that is only due to the good character of
the Salem students and residents using the high
school building. There is much more that should
be done to secure the expensive equipment that
the citizens of Salem have purchased for use at
the school.
It is also very fortunate, as Superintendent
Delahanty stated, that there has only been one
injury reported that was due to the physical
building itself. This was due to an outside group
removing part of a doorway.
Much of the high school building does not
meet current Americans with Disabilities Act
requirements, nor does it meet New Hampshire
or national education requirements. This includes
lack of storage space, acoustic separation, air
quality, electrical infrastructure and natural
light. The school fails to meet safety and security
standards due to inadequate re and sprinkler
safety, accessibility and use of hazardous
materials.
Public tours of the school have been scheduled
for February 13, 19 and 20. Additional dates are
also available. Superintendent Delahanty stated
that if any resident wants a tour of the high school
they can contact the superintendents ofce or the
ofce of High School Principal Tracy Collyer.
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Ongoing
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, January 25
Salem Softball presents a Comedy
Night fundraiser at the Harris Pelham
Inn, 65 Ledge Rd., Pelham. Headliners
include Dave Russo, Johnny Pizzi, and
Anthony Scibelli. Doors open at 6 p.m. $25
includes coupon card, appetizers and rafes.
Tickets: www.salemnhsoftball.org or e-mail
salemsluggers@gmail.com.
Tuesday, January 28
Get the Point! This months program
in the Childrens Art Series at the Kelley
Library is an exploration of the art of
Georges-Pierre Seurat. Participants will
be creating a contemporary pointillist painting.
Registration is required. This program is for
kids in grades two to ve from 3:15 to 5 p.m.
Location: Beshara Room. For more information
contact Corrie Chiknas at 898-7064 or cchiknas@
kelleylibrary.org.
Wednesday, January 29
Relay For Life of Salem Kickoff
Celebration, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Knights of
Columbus, 37 Main Street, Salem.
Saturday, February 1
Town Deliberative Session, beginning at
9 a.m., at Salem High School Auditorium.
Monday, February 3
Michael Delahanty, Salem
Superintendent of Schools, has
announced that the Salem School
Board has scheduled the second public
presentation regarding the proposed renovations
and upgrades to Salem High School. The
presentation will be held in the television studio
at Salem High School beginning at 7 p.m. All
citizens are welcome to attend and learn about
the planned project.
The School Board is proposing a renovation and
upgrade to address existing facility deciencies.
The project is long overdue and there will never
be a better time to address the existing issues.
School district ofcials will be joined by project
partners from Trident Project Advantage Group;
Lavallee/Brensinger Architects; and Harvey
Construction to provide detailed information
regarding what is planned and why the project is
being proposed now.
Much has been discussed about this proposal,
and it is always best to learn the essential facts.
Questions from audience members will be taken
and answered.
Thursday, February 6
Michael Delahanty, Salem
Superintendent of Schools, has announced
that the Salem School Board has set the
Salem School District Deliberative Session
beginning at 7 p.m., in the Seifert Auditorium at
Salem High School. All registered Salem voters
are invited to attend this rst annual meeting.
The School Board is proposing an operating
budget for the 2014-2015 school year. In
addition, attendees will hear about the proposed
contract agreement with the ve collective
bargaining units. Finally, those in attendance will
hear plans for the renovations and improvements
to Salem High School as part of the next phase of
the Districts Facilities Master Plan.
Citizens with questions about this meeting or
the process involved should call the Ofce of the
Superintendent at 893-7040.
Fridays, February 7 & 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, February 15
Join the Salem Animal Rescue
League and Rockingham Toyota for a
Responsible Pet Owners Party.
February is Responsible Pet Owners
Month, so its a great time for us to brush up on
our pet parenting skills and to teach our children
how to be responsible pet owners. Join us as
we celebrate our love of pets with rafes, food,
games, face painting, famed childrens entertainer
Leland Faulkner, and adoptable dogs from SARL!
The event will be held at Rockingham Toyota, 354
Main St., Salem, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets:
$5 per person/$10 per family available at the
shelter and on SARLs website, www.sarlnh.org.
Wednesday, February 19
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.
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
o Saturday, April 5: Spring Charity Auction
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.
For more information, send e-mail to ddolloff@
salembgc.org or visit www.salembgc.org.
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Every day, New Hampshire senior
volunteers generously give their time
and service to help others. Now heres
your chance to give back by nominating
a deserving older adult in your
community for his or her outstanding
service through the Salute to Senior
Service program.
Sponsored by Home Instead, Inc., the
franchisor of the Home Instead Senior
Care network, Salute to Senior Service
recognizes the invaluable contributions
of adults age 65 and older who give
at least 15 hours a month of volunteer
service to their favorite causes.
Seniors have so much to give
and make a positive impact on our
communities daily, said Lisa Ganem,
owner of the Home Instead Senior Care
ofces serving the seacoast and southern
New Hampshire. Senior volunteerism
not only benets others, but also helps
seniors stay active and socially engaged
in their communities important
elements of healthy aging.
Members of the community are
asked to nominate and vote for these
everyday heroes now through March
1, at SalutetoSeniorService.com. State
winners will be determined by popular
vote. A panel of senior care experts will
then select a national Salute to Senior
Service winner from among the state
honorees.
Home Instead, Inc. will donate $500
to each of the state winners designated
and approved nonprot organizations,
and their personal stories will be shared
online on the Salute to Senior Service
Wall of Fame. In addition, $5,000 will
be donated to the national winners
designated and approved nonprot
charity.
To complete and submit an online
nomination form for a senior age 65 or
older who volunteers at least 15 hours
a month, and to view the contests
ofcial rules, visit SalutetoSeniorService.
com. Completed nomination forms
can alternatively be mailed to Salute to
Senior Service, P.O. Box 285, Bellevue,
NE 68005.
For more information about Salute to
Senior Service or the Home Instead
Senior Care networks services, call your
local Home Instead Senior Care at 475-
2972.
About Home Instead Senior Care
Founded in 1994 in Omaha, NE,
by Lori and Paul Hogan, the Home
Instead Senior Care network is the
worlds largest provider of non-medical
in-home care services for seniors, with
nearly 1,000 independently owned
and operated franchises providing
in excess of 45 million hours of care
throughout the United States, Canada,
Japan, Portugal, Australia, New Zealand,
Ireland, the United Kingdom, Taiwan,
Switzerland, Germany, South Korea,
Finland, Austria, Italy, the Netherlands
and Mexico. Local Home Instead Senior
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CAREGivers worldwide who provide
basic support services assistance
with activities of daily living (ADLs),
personal care, medication reminders,
meal preparation, light housekeeping,
errands, incidental transportation and
shopping which enable seniors to
live safely and comfortably in their
own homes for as long as possible. In
addition, CAREGivers are trained in the
networks groundbreaking Alzheimers
Disease or Other Dementias CARE:
Changing Aging Through Research and
Education Program to work with seniors
who suffer from these conditions. This
world class curriculum is also available
free to family caregivers online or
through local Home Instead Senior
Care ofces. At Home Instead Senior
Care, its relationship before task, while
continuing to provide superior quality
service that enhances the lives of seniors
everywhere.
The Search is on for New
Hampshires Outstanding
Senior Volunteer
Friday, January 24
12:05 a.m. Around Town Scrapbook
No. 6: Hypnosis, WNDS-TV & The
Merrimack Valley Underground
Railroad
12:35 a.m. Matters of the Heart:
(Kidney Disease) & Dialysis
8:00 a.m. Changing Lives Christian
Church Weekly Worship
9:00 a.m. Around Town: The 50th
Anniversary of JFK Assassination
9:30 a.m. Salem Today: Cancer
Prevention & Food Choices
10:00 a.m. Innovation & Discovery:
Using Technology in Education Part 2
10:35 a.m. Road to Recovery Series:
Young Adults in Recovery
11:40 a.m. Get It While Its Hot
Cooking Show: Baking an Apple Pie
12:19 p.m. Mount Washington:
Home of the Worlds Worst Weather
1:30 p.m. Controlling Clutter
presented by Dave Downs
2:30 p.m. Granite State Outdoors No.
40 (Winter)
3:01 p.m. Safe Driving for Seniors by
the Seniors Count Program
4:00 p.m. Around Town: Guest
Brownie MacIntosh and Public
Service Announcement on Health
4:30 p.m. Play Among the Stars
Annual Winter Presentation
5:45 p.m. Rockingham Christian
Church presentation: Christmas In
This Place
6:29 p.m. Salem Today with Susan
McLoughlin - 2013 Year in Review
7:00 p.m. Around Town: Ancient
Chambers at Americas Stonehenge
8:00 p.m. Entertainers Josh Lee & Eric
Giribaldi
8:45 p.m. Around Town Flashback:
Mike Carney & the Salem Relay for
Life
8:59 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-2006
Salem Relay For Life Events
9:30 p.m. SCTV17 Flashback: Salem
NH Relay For Life Documentary
(2013)
11:00 p.m. Welcome Home New
Hampshire performed by Don
Watson
Saturday, January 25
12:25 a.m. Around Town: Canobie
Lake Parks Tribute to Madonna
12:55 a.m. Understanding Movies:
The Art of Film presented by Patrick
Anderson
7:59 a.m. Salem Today with Susan
8:30 a.m. Around Town: Ancient
9:20 a.m. Entertainers Josh Lee & Eric
Giribaldi
10:15 a.m. Around Town Flashback:
Life
10:30 a.m. Anna Maries Euro
Kitchen: Candy Apples
10:55 a.m. 1984 Salem Christmas
Holiday Parade
11:35 a.m. 1977 Salem Christmas
Parade (First recorded parade)
12:30 p.m. SCTV17 Flashback:
Salem NH Relay For Life
Documentary (2013)
1:59 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-2006
2:30 p.m. The Life of Edward F.
Searles by Mary Lee Underhill (June
2, 2002)
3:29 p.m. Coffee Coffees Open Mic
No. 3 hosted by Aaron Tornberg
4:29 p.m. Business Connections:
Today we visit TSR Hockey
Giribaldi
7:05 p.m. Civil War Letters presented
by Roberta Pevear
7:50 p.m. Black Lucys Garden:
Archeology of a Former Slaves Home
in Andover, MA
8:25 p.m. Around Town Clip:
Canobie Lake Park Memories - The
Park 1950s & 60s
9:00 p.m. Body Armor Outlet - Police
Force Wear
Life
(2013)
11:00 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-
2006 Salem Relay For Life Events
11:31 p.m. Presentation - The Lincoln
Assassination: An American Tragedy
Sunday, January 26
1:05 a.m. Around Town Scrapbook
No. 6: Hypnosis, WNDS-TV & The
Merrimack Valley Underground
Railroad
1:35 a.m. Open Mic at Coffee Coffee
hosted by Aaron Tornberg No. 2
6:59 a.m. Lifeway Church Morning
Worship
8:00 a.m. Grace Assembly of God
Sunday Worship
9:00 a.m. St. Joseph Church of Salem
Sunday Mass
10:00 a.m. Granite United Church
Morning Worship
10:59 a.m. Times Square Church
Weekly Service
11:59 a.m. Changing Lives Christian
1:00 p.m. Grace Assembly of God
Sunday Worship
2:00 p.m. Granite United Church
Morning Worship
2:59 p.m. Lifeway Church Morning
Worship
3:59 p.m. Changing Lives Christian
5:00 p.m. St. Joseph Church of Salem
Sunday Mass
Giribaldi
Life
8:29 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-2006
(2013)
10:30 p.m. Kelley Library Adult
Lecture Series: Cycling Iceland
presented by Andy Richmond
11:30 p.m. Kelley Library Adult
Speaker Series: First in the Nation
One Insiders View of the NH
Presidential Primary. Speaker Richard
Padova
12:25 a.m. The Vocal Artistry of
Kasiana Sokalla
SCTV17 Program Schedule
Kuster Addresses Breast Cancer Detection During Visit at Gamma Medica
by AJ Dickinson
According to the
New Hampshire Breast
Cancer Coalition,
an estimated 1,180
women were projected
to have been newly
diagnosed with breast
cancer in 2013 alone.
Of the 1,180 granite
state women, 170 were
estimated to die of the
disease. However,
with advancements in
medical science some
companies, such as
Gamma Medica of
Salem, believe that
by making molecular
breast imaging (MBI)
more widely available
as a diagnostic tool,
even the smallest
signs of cancer can be
found early enough to more effectively combat
the disease. MBI is a highly effective secondary
diagnostic tool that will help radiologists detect
early stages of cancers.
After recently cosponsoring the Breast
Density and Mammography Reporting Act,
Congresswoman Annie Kuster graciously showed
her support for the research and development of
molecular breast imaging technology by making
an appearance at Gamma Medica on Tuesday,
January 21. First introduced by Congresswoman
Rosa DeLauro, the Breast Density and
Mammography Reporting Act ensures that relative
breast density is included in the information
provided to women and healthcare providers
following a mammogram. Thousands of women
in New Hampshire and across the country are
being diagnosed with breast cancer each year. Its
absolutely essential they have every tool available
to battle this terrible disease, Kuster said. Thats
what the Breast Density and Mammography
Reporting Act is all about. It will help to make
sure women, especially those at greater risk for
breast cancer,
can detect
it early and
return to good
health.
Studies
have shown that women with dense breast tissue
are at least four times more likely to develop
breast cancer, and they are also more likely to
have an inaccurate mammogram reading leaving
molecular breast imaging as the more effective
tool. The Breast Density and Mammography
Reporting Act represents an important
development in the battle against breast cancer,
said Jim Calandra, Gamma Medicas Chief
Executive Ofcer. We feel that women should
understand the true nature of breast cancer risk.
With this bill, cosponsored by Congresswoman
Kuster, women with dense breast tissue will have
the information needed to assess this highly
prevalent risk factor. Earlier this year, Kuster also
called on the United States Department of Health
and Human Services (HHS) to cover certain
medications that help prevent breast cancer under
the Affordable Care Act. The request was granted
last week when HHS issued a ruling that women
who are at a higher risk for breast cancer will also
have access to certain categories of preventative
drugs without any out-of-pocket costs.
Congresswoman Annie Kuster is seen with President and CEO Jim Calandra of Gamma Medica
who is explaining how his molecular breast imaging machine works.
Congresswoman Annie Kuster is seen with
President and CEO Jim Calandra of Gamma Medica.
Congresswoman Annie Kuster is seen with president and CEO Jim Calandra of Gamma
Medica who is explaining how his molecular breast imaging machine works.
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Salem FBLA Gives Back
FBLA members Jake Bowes, Mariah Arsenault, Hannah White, Justus Sullivan,
Zack Martineau and Amanda DArezzo hold up the six turkeys FBLA donated.
Courtesy photo
submitted by Merrideth Reed, Salem FBLA Reporter
Salem Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) got into the holiday spirit by giving back to their
community. Students were asked to bring in non-perishable items to give to families in need for their
Thanksgiving dinner. Salem FBLA is proud to say that they successfully donated six Thanksgiving dinners
to Mary Queen of Peace Parish for needy families. We continued to think of others in need during the
Christmas holiday season as well.
submitted by St. Joseph Regional Catholic School
St. Joseph Regional Catholic School is the place
to be during the week of January 26 through
February 1! Its students will join thousands
of others nationwide in celebrating National
Catholic Schools Week.
To kick off the celebration, St. Joseph Regional
Catholic School is opening its doors to the
community for a free pancake breakfast and open
house. This event will take place on Sunday,
January 26, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. in St. Josephs
gym located at 40 Main Street in Salem. Come
enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausages,
juices and coffee. Then take a tour of the school
to see rsthand all of the wonderful opportunities
its students are enjoying in this K-8 school. The
celebration continues during the week as the
students compete in a classroom door-decorating
contest, participate in a student versus staff
volleyball game, enjoy a family liturgy and gather
for a potluck dinner.
National Catholic Schools Week is the annual
celebration of Catholic education in the United
States. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the
celebration. Schools typically observe National
Catholic Schools Week with masses, open
houses and fun activities for students, families,
parishioners and community members. Through
these events, the contributions of Catholic schools
to our communities and our nation are recognized
as well as the value of Catholic education to
young people - an education that Pope Francis
recently proclaimed teaches critical thinking
and encourages the development of mature moral
values.
St. Joseph Regional Catholic School is a
vibrant Catholic community where students are
nurtured spiritually, academically, and physically,
enabling them to use their God-given talents to
know and model Christ in all that they do. St.
Josephs serves preschool, kindergarten and
grades one through eight and is supported by four
diocesan parishes in southern New Hampshire.
Students attend from both New Hampshire and
Massachusetts.
Let the Celebration Begin,
Catholic School Style
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 Wednesday, January 29, 5:30-
7 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 early math 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 Wednesday, February 19, 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 us at
info@salemfamilyresources.org or 898-5493.
Ready Set Go Workshop Series:
Early Math Skills
submitted by North Salem School
There was no school for students on Monday, January 20, for
Martin Luther King Day and again on Tuesday, January 21 due to a
Teacher In-Service Day.
We have now completed the Caring portion of our Character
Counts Program and the following students were caught showing
this trait in its nal week: Samira Rochdi, Tyler Bedrosian, Camryn
Mustapha, James Lemieux, Alexia Malek, Samantha McDonough,
Hunter Glickel and Jason Ciarcia.
We are now moving to the trait of Citizenship and the following
students were caught showing this trait in its rst week: Liam Shpak,
Kayla Bernard, Alex Karibian, Billy Richart, Brynne Kolbert, Brian
Barnes, Holly Perreault, Jack Smith, Samira Rochdi, Katelin Verge,
Roma Mistry, Jefferson Burke, Ali Carter, Madi Hannon, Petra Illes,
Liliana Burke, Jack Callahan, Gabrielle Federico, Mia Wheeler,
Haylee Bernard, Emersen Poulin and Abby Porter.
As we continue with our Character Counts Program, students
caught last week showing the trait of Citizenship include: Alana
Williams, Shay Parikh, Tanner Morgano, Aiden Daigle, Mia Wheeler,
Jackson Case, Jeremy Cantor, Jonathan Clarkin, Keagan Ryan, Jared
Marconi, Alex Hanna, Emma Powers, Isabelle Collins, Braden Verge,
Julian Quintal, Dakota Santo, Xiara Glickel, Lessie Morganelli,
Delaney York, Alexa Currao,
Rayna Mellot, Ryan Callahan,
Caitlin Boyle, Kennedi Bernard,
Noelle West, Mason Emerson,
Mia Molini, Alex Godoy,
Ella Pratt, Marissa Mellot, Olivia Petersen, Jenny Olson, Allyson
Martiniello, Cameron Monahan, Owen Arsenault, Hunter Glickel,
Kaley Kornacki, Jack Maietta, Leah Moore, Mackenzie Fitzgerald,
Jaden Reagan, Emersen Poulin, Kaiya Gagne, Rosella Foti and Abby
Porter.
Congratulations to Mrs. Connal, our PE teacher and all of the
students at North Salem School! We took part in the Get Active,
Get Fit program sponsored by Radio Disney and Blue Cross Blue
Shield and came in fourth place. Students had to be active for at
least twenty minutes per day for forty out of fty days during the
months of October and November to complete the challenge. Our
fourth place win gives us new equipment for our PE classes as well
as a dance party provided by Radio Disney well done!
Friday, January 24 is Spirit Day at North Salem, Disney/Cartoon
Character Day. Students were requested to wear something to
school that represents their favorite character to show their school
spirit and help their class earn Panther Points.
Mrs. Connal is offering a three-week intramural oor hockey
activity to students in grades four and ve. Grade four students have
their sessions on Fridays: January 31, February 7 and February 14
from 8 to 8:34 a.m. Grade ve students will go on Wednesdays:
January 29, February 5, and February 12 from 8 to 8:45 a.m.
Students do need to return a permission form to take part in this
activity.
Report cards will go home with students on Thursday, January 30.
Dont forget to check those backpacks!
North Salem
submitted by the Barron School Fifth Grade
Everyone enjoyed the holiday chorus and
band concerts. The students gave a fantastic
performance. They have already started preparing
for the spring concerts. We hope everyone will be
able to join us.
Reading and writing focuses on the workshop
model with students writing personal narratives
and beginning to look at opinion and persuasive
writing.
Fifth graders are learning to divide using
two digit divisors. They have been practicing
estimation and using compatible numbers to
nd the quotient. Practicing math facts is always
recommended and helpful.
They are wrapping up the plant unit in Science
and getting ready to move on to matter.
Sketchbooks are being created in social studies
to help students learn about the discovery of the
Americas. Please look for them to be displayed
when they are completed.
The work that Martin Luther King Jr. did
for freedom and equal rights is on our minds,
especially this month as we celebrate a day to
honor his work. It is important to remember
tolerance, acceptance and respect for all.
Students continue to display these qualities as part
of our heroes program here at the Barron School.
Barron
submitted by Salem High School
On Sunday, January 12, four Salem seniors, Nick Fossman, Allison Lewis, Arch Patel and Charlie Peters
competed against Dover High in the Granite State Challenge. Fifty-two high school teams from across
the state competed to be in the nal tournament, an on-air show in which students are quizzed in the
areas of math, science, social studies, language arts and ne arts, as well as current events, pop culture,
sports, and regional topics. Salem is one of 16 New Hampshire teams who earned a spot in the nal
tournament.
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submitted by Michelle Bohondoney
On January 10, the North
Salem Elementary School had an
opportunity to spend a Friday night
out with the Manchester Monarchs!
We all joined together for a
special night of camaraderie to
help cheer on the Monarchs as
they played against the Bridgeport
Sound Tigers.
The rst 50 kids who signed up
were also eligible to high ve the
players as they took the ice! The
PTA had arranged for discounted
tickets to be available for our North
Salem families.
This was not a fundraiser but
rather a thank you to all those
who show their support for our
school during the year!
Manchester Monarchs Team Up
with the North Salem PTA
Editors Note: My wife and I happened to be at the Monarchs game on the tenth and were seated in the section
with the students from the North Salem School. It was fun watching the children have such a great time. North Salem
students do know how to dance and can push the noise meter to red without help from the other fans. It was great to
be in the middle of the excitement. We would not have traded the seats for anything.
New Hampshire Teacher of the Year
submitted by the NH Department of Education
The New Hampshire Department of Education (DOE)
is accepting nominations for the 2015 NH Teacher of
the Year. Anyone can nominate an outstanding teacher
by simply contacting Lori Temple, Teacher of the Year
Coordinator at 271-6646 or Lori.Temple@doe.nh.gov.
The nomination should be made early enough, but no
later than February 14, to ensure that the nominated
teacher is given enough time to thoroughly prepare an
application that reects exemplary teaching prior to
the application deadline. Teachers may download an
application at www.education.nh.gov/recognition/toy.htm
and submit it to the DOE no later than March 19.
A Teacher of the Year candidate should be an
exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled
person from any state-approved or accredited school,
pre-kindergarten through grade twelve, who intends to
continue in the teaching profession.
The purpose of the program is to select a teacher who
can serve as a leader and ambassador for the teaching
profession and represent the positive contributions of all
educators statewide.
Every day a New Hampshire teacher makes a
difference in the life of a child. Every year the NH
Department of Education honors outstanding teachers
who make their communities, profession and the world a
better place.
Students of the Month
submitted by
Salem High School
Congratulations to Yao
Long! He was chosen as the
Salem High School Student
of the Month for November.
Congratulations to Charles
Peters! He was chosen as the
Salem High School Student
of the Month for December.
Both students were selected
for their outstanding
character, leadership, service,
citizenship and academics.
Yao Long Charles Peters
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How Many Birds in Your Backyard?
NH Audubon Needs Your Help on Statewide Bird Survey
submitted by New Hampshire Audubon
Stock up those bird feeders and dig out your binoculars
for New Hampshire Audubons backyard winter bird
survey. This annual statewide survey will take place on
Saturday, February 8, and Sunday, February 9. Biologists
need assistance from citizens all over the Granite State
to get a clear picture of whats really happening with our
winter birds.
Anyone can participate in the backyard winter bird
survey by counting the birds in their own backyard on
the survey weekend and reporting online or sending
the results on a special reporting form to NH Audubon.
To receive a copy of the reporting form and complete
instructions on how to participate, send a self-addressed,
stamped, long envelope to: New Hampshire Audubon,
Winter Bird Survey, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH
03301.
Forms are also available at NH Audubon centers in
Auburn, Concord and Manchester, and online. Find
more information about the survey at www.nhaudubon.
org under birding.
Data from the backyard winter bird survey is used to
track changes in the distribution and abundance of many
species. Each year about 1,300 observers across the state
count the birds coming to their feeders. The strength
of the survey is that we can look at trends over the long
term, says Survey Coordinator, Rebecca Suomala. We
now have more than 25 years of data and we can see the
patterns of ups and downs in different bird species.
Last year, tufted titmouse and northern cardinal were
tallied in record numbers. These two species were
once found only in the southern United States but they
have expanded their range northward into nearly all
parts of New Hampshire. It was their expansion that
originally prompted NH Audubon to establish a survey
to document their increase. They are now common
south of the White Mountains and are starting to reach
even the northernmost parts of the state in low numbers.
The survey shows that Carolina wrens and red-bellied
woodpeckers, two more recent southern arrivals, are
following in their footsteps. Common redpolls, a
northern species that invades New Hampshire in the
winter, also reached a record on last years survey, but
they wont be expected in big numbers this year. This
species visits the state every other winter, so we wont be
expecting them in 2014, said Dr. Pamela Hunt, Senior
Biologist at NH Audubon. Seed crops that these species
eat are good to the north so these northern nches wont
need to move as far south to meet their needs.
The backyard winter bird survey takes place during
NH Audubons 100th Anniversary. NH Audubon was
founded on February 26, 1914 as part of a movement
to protect and restore migratory bird populations that
had been decimated in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Feathers, wings and entire birds were used to decorate
ladies hats resulting in the death of 200 million birds
each year. NH Audubon was started to protect birds and
it still continues that mission 100 years later. Having
accurate information is critical to that effort and the
backyard winter bird survey is one tool for collecting
important long-term data. Bird populations have
changed considerably over the last 100 years northern
cardinals and tufted titmice were unknown in the state
then! Thanks to the backyard winter bird survey we can
see how their populations have increased and we can
watch for species that are in trouble, said Dr. Hunt.
Reports of a lack of birds are just as
valuable as reports of many birds. If
everyone reported only when they have a
lot of birds, we wouldnt be able to see the
declines, says Suomala. The most important
thing is to participate each year regardless of
how many or how few birds you have. This
provides a consistent long-term set of data
that shows both the ups and downs.
All New Hampshire residents are
encouraged to take part. Results from past
years are on the NH Audubon web site.
For more information about the backyard
winter bird survey, please call NH Audubon
at 224-9909 or go to the website at www.
nhaudubon.org and click on birding.
Note: There are two bird surveys in
February. NH Audubons backyard winter
bird survey that takes place in New
Hampshire only, and the great backyard bird
count, a nation-wide web-based survey;
www.birdcount.org.
About New Hampshire Audubon
New Hampshire Audubon is a nonprot
statewide membership organization dedicated
to the protection of New Hampshires natural
environment for wildlife and for people.
Independent of the National Audubon
Society, New Hampshire Audubon has
offered programs in wildlife conservation,
land protection, environmental policy
and environmental education since 1914.
Expert educators give programs to children,
families, and adults in schools and at four
nature centers throughout the state. Staff
biologists and volunteers conduct bird
conservation efforts such as the peregrine
falcon restoration. New Hampshire Audubon
protects thousands of acres of wildlife habitat
and is a voice for sound public policy on
environmental issues. For information
on New Hampshire Audubon, including
membership, volunteering, programs,
sanctuaries, and publications, call 224-9909,
or visit www.nhaudubon.org.
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(BPT) - A urry of congratulatory phone calls,
social media announcements and sparkling ring
pictures all mean one thing: engagement season
has arrived. With approximately 39 percent of
marriage proposals taking place between Thanks-
giving and Valentines Day, engaged couples are
taking note of one of the fastest-growing nuptial
trends - destination weddings.
These days, one in four weddings is a destina-
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tion with a fun and memorable vacation. Plan-
ning a destination wedding suitable for all your
attendees is easier than you think, thanks to some
key insights from Myrtle Beach-based expert
wedding planner, Cheryl Cox.
1. Plan ahead
Cox says nine to 12 months is the optimum
planning time, especially for a destination wed-
ding. Many couples start planning a destination
wedding as soon as they get engaged. While
the summer months are typically most popular
for couples, when choosing a date, Cox recom-
mends considering a Friday or weekday wedding,
or planning the big day during the less-crowded
but still desirable shoulder seasons (spring and
fall).
2. Select a destination that caters to all guests
Consider a location with something for every-
one. Myrtle Beach, S.C., is the perfect example.
The destination offers pristine greens for golf
enthusiasts, museums and historic plantations for
cultural buffs, delicious Coastal Carolina cuisine
for the foodies, fun in the sun with a day at the
beach or one of the many water parks, and for
brides looking for some quality time with the
girls, numerous spas for a day of pampering.
Plus, there are plenty of lodging options for your
guests including oceanfront resorts, beach home
rentals and quaint bed and breakfasts.
3. Research ceremony locations
Beautiful and unique ceremony locations are
one of the perks of having a destination wed-
ding. Research wedding venues, travel and
accommodation options, and rates, then rank the
venues you like best, suggests Cox. As a Myrtle
Beach wedding planner, she notes that the areas
60 miles of stunning coastline make the perfect
romantic backdrop. Whether youre looking for
a beachside wedding outside a charming beach
home or at the Myrtle Beach State Park, or a
historic location like Litcheld Plantation or Pine
Lakes Country Club, there are countless ceremo-
ny locations to choose from. You can even tie the
knot 200 feet above the ground on the Myrtle
Beach Skywheel. Visit www.visitmyrtlebeach.
com for more information.
4. Help guests plan activities
Travel is the foundation for long-lasting mem-
ories. In fact, a recent Harris Interactive survey
found 62 percent of adults said their
earliest memories were of family vaca-
tions taken when they were between
ages 5 and 10. Help your guests - par-
ticularly families with young ones - get
the most out of their trip by suggesting
activities or even making reservations
for dinners, tee times, theme parks,
museums, etc., before arrival.
5. Hire a wedding planner
Planning a destination wedding
doesnt need to be stressful - hire a
wedding planner. Wedding planners
know the local wedding professionals
and venues including the city regula-
tions for beach weddings, says Cox.
The perfect beach wedding can be ac-
complished with the help of a wedding
planner as they know the ins and outs
of planning a beautiful beach wedding
so couples and their guests can enjoy
the true beauty of a beachside wed-
ding.
6. Consider a pre-wedding visit
If possible, attend a local wedding show
to meet wedding professionals one-on-one or
plan a wedding planning trip to visit venues
and meet with wedding vendors, Cox suggests.
Remember to take notes so you can recall all
the details when youre back home.
7. Get wedding insurance
Give yourself peace of mind by purchasing
the appropriate wedding insurance. And, Cox
notes, Research to nd the best coverage for
your wedding - I highly recommend it.
8. Be mindful of budget
Start your marriage off on the right nancial
foot by keeping your wedding on-budget. Many
couples planning destination weddings nd them
to be similar or even more affordable than tradi-
tional weddings back home. Myrtle Beach offers
a variety of wedding venue options at various
price points, so you can have your dream beach
wedding and still stay on a budget.
9. Enjoy!
This is perhaps the most important step of all.
Dont forget to enjoy the experience of planning
this memorable day and enjoying the company
of your guests. Take pictures, sample cakes, pick
out owers and remember these moments and
the beautiful destination you selected.
Roles of the
Best Man and
Maid of Honor
Being chosen as a best man or a maid of honor
is a signicant and meaningful honor. Those roles
have evolved over the years, but these special
participants must still perform some of the tradi-
tional duties of the past, including serving as the
ofcial witnesses to the ceremony. The following
is a rundown of the various duties maids of honor
and best men are now expected to handle once
theyre chosen for these distinguished honors.
Prior to the wedding
Before the wedding takes place, the maid of
honor will closely assist the bride-to-be with
many of the important decisions related to the
look and the feel of the wedding. She typically
accompanies the bride to dress shops to select
gowns for the bride and bridesmaids. Much in the
same manner, the best man will assist the groom-
to-be with choosing tuxedoes or suits and also
with coordinating with the ushers to ensure they
know when to go for ttings.
Although the best man will serve as a sounding
board for the groom, traditionally the bride and
her bridesmaids have taken on the majority of
the wedding planning, so the maid of honor can
expect to play a larger role than the best man. The
maid of honor may be asked to delegate certain
assignments, such as helping to nd wedding ven-
dors or addressing invitations. She may go with
the bride for makeup and hairstyle trials. Together
with the bridesmaids, she will
plan a bridal shower party and
a bachelorette excursion. She
may select a wedding gift for the
couple and present it on behalf of
all the wedding attendants.
The best man will coordinate
the bachelor party and may be
asked to assist the groom with
selecting a honeymoon site or to
come along to book the trip.
Wedding day
On the day of the wedding, the
maid of honor and the best man
will act as a support system for
the bride and groom. The maid
of honor will help the bride get
dressed and help iron out any
mini-emergencies that should
crop up. The best man will help
ensure all of the ushers are
dressed and get the groom to the
wedding on time.
During the ceremony, the maid
of honor will hold the brides
bouquet while she participates in
the wedding. The best man will
keep the rings safe until they are
needed. The maid of honor also
will help adjust the brides train
and veil as she sits and stands
during the ceremony. Both will
sign the marriage certicate as
witnesses.
At the reception, the best man
is expected to give a toast and
the maid of honor may share
some words as well. She also
may accompany the bride to
the restroom and assist her with
managing the gown.
After the wedding
The best man will be in charge
of returning the tuxedoes to the
rental shop, if necessary. He also
may drive the newly married
couple to the airport so they can
depart on their honeymoon.
The maid of honor will assist
the bride in changing out of her
gown and into her travel clothes.
Oftentimes the maid of honor
takes the gown to the cleaners in
the days following the ceremony
so the dress can be preserved.
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Choose a Wedding Date Wisely
Many couples nd themselves
bombarded with questions the mo-
ment they become engaged, and
perhaps no questions is more com-
mon than, When is the wedding?
Although a number of couples
would prefer to bask in the excite-
ment of their engagement, some
couples feel pressured to rush into
picking a wedding date. Choos-
ing a wedding date without giving
it much consideration may make
things more difcult down the
road. Rather than jumping head
rst into any decisions, couples
should give thought to any and
all dates and decide if there are
certain times of the year they want
to tie the knot or avoid.
Season
When thinking about potential
wedding dates, it helps to have a
place to start. Some couples nd
it helpful to start with a particular
season and then narrow it down
from there. Decide if you prefer
the lush greenery of summer or the
amazing color spectrum of an au-
tumn afternoon. Perhaps you envi-
sion arriving at the ceremony with
a snow-packed landscape amid
twinkling holiday lights? Think
about the season when you feel
most happy and then determine if
that time of year is doable.
Month
Certain months may seem perfect, but not for busy profes-
sionals or those with limited vacation time at their disposal. For
example, early spring may not be good for accountants tallying
year-end numbers. Teachers may feel most comfortable tying the
knot in the summer when they already have days off. If you run
a pool business or a lawn maintenance company, then the sum-
mer might not be so good. Keep these factors in mind.
Holidays
Some people would like to tie their wedding day to a par-
ticular holiday. Valentines Day is popular for weddings thanks
to the romantic sentiments synonymous with the holiday,
while some couples prefer Halloween or Christmas weddings.
Holiday weddings can be exciting,
but they also produce signicant
obstacles that couples who choose
to get married during other times
of year dont have to worry about.
Guests may not want to travel or
spend time away from their families
to attend a holiday wedding. Hav-
ing a wedding during a holiday
may mean competing for vendors
and reception spaces. Prices on
everything from food to owers
to airline tickets could be higher
as vendors cash in on customer
demand.
Day of the week
Its less expensive for couples to
get married on Fridays and Sundays
than Saturday afternoons or eve-
nings. Couples may think that the
money saved will be well worth it,
but they also should think about
how this decision may affect their
guests. A Friday wedding requires
people to take off from work or
school. Sunday weddings may be
slightly more convenient, but those
who have to get back to work on
Monday may be tired from late-
night festivities. Couples should
anticipate some guests not making
it to their weddings when those
weddings are not on Saturdays.
Religious constraints
Couples having religious cer-
emonies should consult with their
houses of worship as to which dates are acceptable. Some will
not have weddings on days of religious observation. It is wise
to consult with a church, synagogue or mosque before booking
any other components of the wedding so that you are certain
your chosen day is acceptable.
Any available dates
Your wedding date may be dictated by your caterer or wed-
ding hall. If you have a particular venue in mind, you may be
limited by their availability. This is a concession you will need
to make if your heart is set on this particular location.
Planning a wedding can be exciting. But the ball cannot get
rolling until couples rst choose the day they will tie the knot.
Valentines Day can be popular for weddings, but couples
can expect stif competition for venues due to that popularity.
Tips When Toasting
the Bride and Groom
Toasting the bride and groom at a wedding reception is a responsibility
that typically falls on the shoulders of the brides father as well as the best
man and the maid of honor. Though it is an honor to give a wedding toast, it
also can be nerve-wracking, as no one wants to give a toast thats memorable
for all the wrong reasons.
While the best toasts are often those that veer off the beaten path, coming
from the heart rather than from a how-to guide found on the Internet, there is
a certain formula men and women can follow to ensure their toasts cover all
of the appropriate bases without offending the bridal party or fellow guests.
* Acknowledge the guests. Families are more geographically diverse than
ever before, so more and more weddings host guests who come from far and
wide to celebrate with happy couples on their wedding days. Its custom-
ary for men and women making wedding toasts to acknowledge the guests,
thanking them for being there. This is often a great way for best men and
maids of honor to break the ice and calm their nerves, especially at larger
weddings where they may only know a small percentage of the guests. When
thanking the guests, be sure to thank the parents of the bride and groom as
well.
* Explain your relationship to the bride and/or groom. Best men and
maids of honor should devote a portion of their toasts to explaining their
personal relationships with the bride and/or groom. Introduce yourself and
explain how you met the bride or groom. Oftentimes, such stories have a
comical twist that can further calm your nerves.
* Aim for a jovial toast. Wedding toasts are typically given at the wedding
reception, when guests and the bridal party are ready to celebrate. Such an
atmosphere lends itself to a jovial toast wherein best men and maids of honor
focus on happy times with the bride and groom. Tell a funny anecdote that
illustrates the special bond you have with the bride or groom. When choos-
ing a story to tell, remember to keep things appropriate for guests of all ages,
including young children.
* Steer clear of alcohol before giving your toast. Many people overindulge
in alcohol at wedding receptions, but best men and maids of honor should
avoid consuming alcohol until after they have toasted the bride and groom.
Horror stories about drunken, inappropriate wedding toasts may seem more
like an urban legend than a legitimate possibility, but the tendency for alco-
hol to lower peoples inhibitions makes it dangerous for men and women to
consume it before giving their toasts.
* Give your best wishes to the bride and groom before raising your glass.
Raising your glass to toast the bride and groom is often the last step before
your toasting duties ofcially end. But before you raise your glass, remember
to offer your best wishes to both the bride and groom. Once those senti-
ments have been expressed, ask the guests to raise their glasses and toast the
newlyweds.
Toasting happy couples at their wedding receptions can be stressful for best
men and maids of honor who are unaccustomed to speaking in front of large
groups of people. But following a certain formula and speaking from the
heart will ensure such toasts go off without a hitch.
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Thumbs up/Thumbs down. I
nd it disgusting that someone
would criticize Mr. Hargreaves
for only buying a homeless
person a cup of coffee. For your
information that day he had
already bought a hotel room for
another homeless person. Did
you offer that person anything?
I didnt think so. While you
went home to a warm house,
there are several homeless
people in Salem left out in the
cold. If you want to criticize
anyone why dont you start with
the Police Dept./Fire Dept. for not picking up all
the homeless people in Salem and bringing them
to a shelter. That is the towns policy, just in case
you didnt know. Mr. Hargreaves paid, out of
his own pocket, when its technically the towns
responsibly. Way to go Mr. Hargreaves!
Thumbs down to those people on Haigh Ave.
that leave their cars and trucks on the street after
midnight all-night long in the snow emergencies
and all through the winter.
Thumbs down to the planner of Exit 2 on 93S.
Dont they know this is New England? They put in
an S-shaped exit? Not enough accidents on 93?
Planning for more? That was crazy.
Thumbs Up. I broke a code all right. Oh,
I massively pummeled the code. I broke every
code in the book. But I didnt break the law did
I? Whats the highest jurisdiction in this land?
Contract law and common law. Do I have a
contract with this ofcer? No. Is there any claim
before this court that I harmed another man?
No. A complaint? Oh, people complain all the
time. But is there a veried claim that a man has
been harmed? No. Well then, this ofcer led a
false claim. So both he and the town are liable
to be sued and there is no statute of limitations
whatsoever at common law.
Thumbs up. Biggest thumbs up to Dr. Corrigan
from Parkland Urgent Care and the amazing EMTs
and Fireghters from Salem Station 3 for their
quick response and expert treatment when I had a
heart attack on December 15th. I am alive today
because of you and my family and I can never
thank you enough!
Thumbs down to all the High Schoolers
that attend SHS and think they are memes. It
disappoints me to see kids taking on such a high
role that they cant handle. The meme team is
supreme and is not for High Schoolers that I see
every day on my commute to work travelling
through that area.
Thumbs up. A big thumbs up to Pat
Hargreaves, a Good Citizen and Military Veteran
for helping out the Homeless Person during the
Extreme Cold we recently had! Good Job Brother!
Oorah!
Thumbs up to the Obama administration, and
the vastly-improved functioning of healthcare.gov.
Congressional Republicans, beside themselves
with glee at the difculties encountered by
citizens during the rst three weeks of the
launching, are laughing on the other sides of
their mouths now. Enrollment is now over 2 1/2
million Americans, while state-
level signups now total over 5
million, making 8 million people
now enjoying coverage, with
the number growing every day.
And compare the huge numbers
of enrollees in Democrat-
governed states like California,
Kentucky and Massachusetts, as
opposed to red states like Texas
saddled with GOP leaders like
Rick Perry who might as well
be working for the insurance
companies instead of their
constituents.
Thumbs down to Marilinda
Garcia for running for congress. How can you
nd Washington, DC when in 2010 you could
not nd Concord, NH? Do you intend to just
represent 19 percent of the state like you only
represent 19 percent of Salem?
Thumbs up to Hess Gas Station Salem NH .
The thoughtfulness and generosity of the staff and
all their wonderful customers is truly appreciated.
Please accept a heartfelt thank you from the Food
For The Hungry Pantry for your continued support
throughout the Thanksgiving and Christmas
Holidays. Your kindness helped provide a
bountiful Thanksgiving Holiday for many of our
Salem families. Your continued support during
the Christmas Season exhibited the true spirit of
giving. Your very generous contributions helped
make a Christmas to remember for some of our
very needy families and their children.
Thumbs up/Thumbs down. Something smells
in the Salem, NH school budget. The Budget
Committee cut $200,000 out of the school budget
that was targeted for a maintenance garage. Now,
Superintendent M. Delahunty said they could
nd the money in either this years construction
services line or in other lines to get the garage.
My question is, why werent these lines purged
to lower the school budget for 2014? Another
example of the fat that is in the school budget.
Shame on the Budget Committee as well for not
doing a better job of identifying the fat in the
budget. Needless to say, the School Committee
is in cahoots with the superintendent. They do
whatever Delahunty wants them to do. They are
not looking out for the citizens of Salem.
Thumbs down to the Salem
school bus (120 or 170 I think,
bus was dirty) that ran the red
light heading west on Main
Street at 3:35 p.m. on Thursday
afternoon. It wasnt even
close, thankfully there were no
children on board. Smarten
up.
Thumbs down to the Garcia
sisters. They turned down
a racetrack, and people are
struggling with their property
taxes, the schools are being
built, we need money, we need
jobs, we need everything. And
these two sisters dont know
what theyre doing, voted
against it. Please remember that, dont vote for
these two. Theyre terrible. Thats why people in
Salem are struggling today, thanks to those two
sisters.
Thumbs up to the Salem High hockey team.
Ive been going to the games this year, and
they are so exciting and fun to watch. Another
thumbs up to whoever the person is that does
the announcing. I feel like Im at a professional
hockey game, listening to him give the score and
all the information. Thumbs up to him, and keep
going team!
Thumbs up to the custodians at the high
school. The school might be old but it is clean.
They are always working
inside and out maintaining
and cleaning. Go over to the
middle school. You will see
the difference. The bathrooms
are lthy along with everything
else. Then you will see the
custodians holding up a wall,
or just leaning on something.
You bring to their attention on
something that needs cleaning
or something needed to be taken
care of, they come up with all
these excuses on why they cant
do it. OH, by the way, arent
they supposed to recycle.
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Occupational Outlook, the careers
that the students at CTE are
preparing for will provide them a
very good income and good job
growth.
From the CTE catalog: I learned
so much in the class; now I feel
like I can do almost anything with
a computer, Courtney Markey
(former CTE Computer Software
and Media Applications student).
As you travel through the
CTE, many of the rooms have been created to be real
working environments, facilities that students will
encounter when they go out to work in their elds.
The culinary students have a rst-class kitchen and
restaurant. The early childhood education students
have a daycare center. There are rooms setup as data
centers with raised oors, rooms that create an ofce
environment, biomedical labs, automotive care centers,
as well as television and lm production centers.
The facility that houses the CTE was built in 1968;
much of the original building still exists. In order to
improve on many of the programs, the Salem High
School staff, teachers and the students themselves
have worked on their own to add in the necessary
improvements to the building. An example of this is
Mr. Christopher Dodge, CTE Director, used his previous
background in carpentry to build shelves, cabinets and
counter tops to build a science lab
for the biotechnology department.
Much of the computer setup
in the school has been done
by teachers and students in the
various computer courses. This
has included wiring for the
networks along with building and
maintaining servers and desktops.
Many of the rooms that house
this important and expensive
equipment have minimal security
and mostly inadequate air
conditioning.
Throughout the CTE, anyone visiting can see how the
building has been customized over the years to meet
the requirements of the students. A visitor can also
see the hazards of some of these improvements. In
several of the rooms, makeshift electrical outlets hang
from the ceiling. In the daycare center, a leak from
above the center has been xed using a plastic pan
attached to the ceiling under the leak and then PVC
piping diverts the uid into the drainage system. The
ingenuity is brilliant, but much of this should not be
required for a school in a town like Salem.
The Salem High School and the Center for Career
and Technical Education is very benecial to the
students and the residents of Salem. These facilities
have, and will continue to, provide education and
training to the students providing all of us with self-
sustaining adults for the future.
CTE - continued from front page
SHS Renovations
- continued from front page
The CTE center would have new spaces with a public access way for the community to
enter a new cosmetology program along with a culinary program, among other changes.
Theres never going to be a better time, Delahanty said about the project.
Board Chairman Bernie Campbell said the school would be without an auditorium for 16
months during the renovation, as it will be completely rebuilt.
Board member Michael Carney agreed with the renovation plans. Its an old building
folks, he said.
Member Pam Berry said the building was designed for different purposes than its current
function.
The board plans to hold public forums to discuss the project along with informational
sessions and tours.
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The Coalition of Care meeting had a presentation by Gary Nielson of JP Pest Services about
bedbugs and how to cope with them.
Bedbugs, until they feed on blood are very at, apple-seed sized and shaped brownish
bugs. There are a ton of challenges and quite a bit of stigma concerning bed bugs. If you see
the signs that bedbugs are present, it is best to call in a professional service, but if you cant
there are some ways to ght off an infestation, Nielson said.
Nieson said that most over the counter preparations usually are ineffective and the
chemicals that professionals use are stronger and professionals know where to look and what
to look for.
A piece of duct tape wrapped sticky side out around your hand and pressed against the
area can effectively remove the bugs. The best technique to kill any bugs is heat. Take
anything that has bugs on it and put it in the dryer. The heat will kill them, you can vacuum
them but put a piece of nylon across the tube to keep them from just walking out of the
vacuums canister, Nielson said.
In order to kill the bugs and prevent an infestation, you have to know what youre looking
for so Nielson says to look in the folds of mattresses, up by the headboard and along the sides.
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eas or head lice. They wait until youre pretty well zonked at night, sound asleep so they
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feed. Some people only know they have bedbugs because of the little bite marks and welts
that they have in the morning, Nielson said.
Nielson said that psychologically, the idea of having bedbugs really freaks people out, that
its psychologically distressing.
Dont let that happen. It doesnt mean that youre dirty or a bad housekeeper, sometimes
the bugs get in by hitching a ride on someone who has them and then visits your home. But
look for small black dots on bedding, thats their droppings and a telltale sign that they are
there. There are plastic traps that can be put under the legs of the bed to catch them and
prevent them from climbing from the carpet to the bed and dont sleep on a mattress on the
oor. Have a bed with legs and use the traps to prevent infestations, Nielson said.
Nielson also recommended steaming drapes and curtains as the heat is an effective way to
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Thomas D. Brucato, 47 of Salem, died unexpectedly, January 14, 2014, at
his home.
Thomas was born and educated in Methuen, MA. He hauled petroleum.
Thomas was a member of the Windham Bible Chapel. He loved riding his
Harley. Thomas enjoyed skydiving and shooting at the Country Pond Fish
and Game Club in Newton, NH.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Paula (Pekarski) Brucato of Salem; his
mother, Elizabeth Libby Brucato of Methuen; his father, Peter Brucato and
his wife Rebecca of Kensington; his children, Jesse Brucato of Salem, Casey
Brucato and Shelby Brucato, both of Derry, Nicholas, Jeremy and Megan
Tilton, all of Salem; his brother, Gregory Brucato of Shrewsbury, MA; his
sisters, Erica Hill of Kingston, NH and Kerri Brucato of Methuen; and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service was held January 18 at Windham Bible Chapel, Windham.
In lieu of owers, donations can be made to the Brucato Family Fund, c/o Paula Brucato, 6 Gillis
Ter., Salem, NH 03079.
Arrangements were under the care of the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St.,
Salem. To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at www.
douglasandjohnson.com.
Patricia L. Trusty, 62 of Salem, January 15, 2014, at the Catholic Medical
Center, Manchester.
She was born in Contra Costa, CA and grew up and was educated in
Salem, where she graduated from Salem High School. She later received
her bachelors degree from Emerson College.
Patricia was an intelligent, kind and loving soul. She always found ways
to bring wisdom, joy and laughter to the lives she touched.
In her earlier years she was big into theater and was a seamstress for the
Boston Opera House. She was an excellent cook and loved to garden. She
could often be found down at Park Place Lanes showing her competitors
that she was one tough cookie. She was an avid pinball player and loved
taking her dog, Gizmo, by the lake and relaxing.
She is survived by her daughter, Danielle Trusty of Salem; brother, Michael and his wife Beverly
Emmert-Trusty of Salem; and several nieces and nephews including, Dawn Trusty of Pelham, and
Tracy Trusty-Neveu of Hampstead.
Memorial visitation will be held Friday, January 24 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Douglas & Johnson
Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem. Funeral services will be private at a later date.
In lieu of owers, donations may be made to the Food Bank, 700 East Industrial Park Dr.,
Manchester, NH 03109, or to the American Red Cross, PO Box 4002018, Des Moines, IA 50340-
2018.
To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at www.
Anne H. Nancy Collins, 76. of Salem, died January 16, 2014, at Holy
Family Hospital in Methuen, MA.
Nancy was born and educated in Lawrence, MA. She attended St.
Augustines grammar school and graduated from Lawrence High School in
1954; she later attended McIntosh Business School. Nancy was a resident
of Salem for over 50 years.
Nancy was a retired ofce manager for Mary Queen of Peace Church in
Salem, where she was a charter member and was very active as a Eucharistic
Minister and lector. Nancy was an avid reader and loved being a Nana.
She was predeceased by her son, John Collins.
She is survived by her husband, Gerald Collins of Salem; sons, Bryce and
his wife Khristine Collins of Manchester, and Mark and his wife Rena Collins
of Maple Grove, MN; daughter, Beth and her husband Shawn Mikesell of Las Vegas, NV; brother,
Daniel and his wife Margie Connell of St. Petersburg, FL; seven grandchildren; and several nieces
and nephews.
A funeral Mass was celebrated January 21 at Mary Queen of Peace Church, Salem followed by
burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Salem.
Memorial donations may be made to the Greater Salem Caregivers, PO Box 2316, Salem, NH
03079 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
Arrangements were under the care of the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St.,
Salem. To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at www.
William F. Kimball, 85, of Salem, died January 19, 2014, at the Holy
Family Hospital, Methuen, MA.
He was born in Andover, MA, grew up and was educated in Andover and
Salem.
Bill was retired from Coca-Cola in Salem. He was a U.S. Air Force
veteran. He was an active member of the Hannah Tenney Methodist Church
in Salem, and very active with the Salem Lions Club, where he was past
president, and received the Melvin Jones Award. He was involved with
Salem Boy Scouts Troop 409. He enjoyed bowling and spending time with
his family and friends.
Bill is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lorna (Goldie) Kimball of Salem;
daughters, Deborah and her husband Barry Einsidler of Calabash, NC, Patti
and her husband Tom Guerin of Salem, and Lisa and her husband Paul
Kostiew of Salem; brother, Dan Kimball of Ashland; sister, Peggy Bardwell of
Minneapolis, MN; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and several
nieces and nephews.
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Home, 214 Main St., Salem, followed by cremation.
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Boys Basketball Drops Close Game to Winnacunnet
by Jacob Gagnon
After nearly 32 full minutes of competitive action
between the Salem High School boys basketball
team and Winnacunnet High School, a reaching
foul halted both the clock, and the Blue Devils
hopes. With 3.2 seconds remaining, the Warriors
sank both free throws to take a 34-32 lead. Salems
Isaiah Latham narrowly missed with a buzzer
beating shot as Winnacunnet won the game.
Im proud of them (the team). They are starting
to get it; they are starting to leave everything on
the oor. A good sign tonight was that they were
hurting after this game, said Head Coach Rob
McLaughlin. Thats a sign that they are giving
everything they have and buying in.
The game was close from the get-go. With
the Davis gym in Salem packed with energetic
supporters for both squads, the Warriors and the
Blue Devils battled. Winnacunnet led, 14-10,
after the rst quarter of play, but with a Michael
Felix basket to end the quarter, the momentum
appeared to swing in the home teams favor.
Less than two and a half minutes into the
second quarter, Salem took the lead with a
basket from Matthew Vartanian. Latham added
to the onslaught with a steal and three-point
shot. Another three pointer, this time from Jared
Gott, put the Blue Devils ahead, 21-14, with
three minutes left in the second quarter. Salem
maintained the pressure and, at the end of the rst
half, led the Warriors, 23-16.
We are ten times better than we were a month
ago, and I see us continually going up from there,
said McLaughlin. There are some things we want
to correct but, overall, I was happy with the effort
and intensity for a majority of the game.
Gott led Salem in the rst half with ve points
while teammates Felix and Vartanian added four
points apiece in the rst two quarters of play.
I thought Matt Vartanian played really well on
the side. I thought, defensively, on the rebounds,
I thought he really did a nice job. Hes starting to
come into his own a bit and really take control,
said McLaughlin.
Winnacunnet returned to the court ready to
regain the lead. With a little over six minutes
remaining in the third quarter, the Warriors tied
up the game at 23 points apiece. For the rest
of the quarter, both teams exchanged the lead
with tremendous back-and-forth action. The
fourth quarter promised to be exciting as Salem
maintained the slight 28-27 advantage at the
end of three quarters. The nal quarter did not
disappoint.
Once again, Winnacunnet regained the lead,
30-28, with just over four minutes left to play.
Felix scored the next two consecutive baskets to
earn the lead for Salem.
Michael Felix played pretty well. He was
having some foul trouble all night. We rode
him in that fourth quarter with three fouls but he
played smart and he kept our intensity up a bit,
said McLaughlin. Felix nished the day leading
the Blue Devils with 12 points. Gott scored seven
points, while Vartanian and Danny Nugent each
had four points in the contest.
With a dozen ticks remaining on the clock
and the score tied 32-32, Vartanian drove to the
basket. His shot was blocked and no call was
made until Winnacunnet had regained possession
of the ball and taken it halfway down the court.
The call was for reaching, when a player tries to
swipe the ball away but hits the opposing player,
against Salem.
Following a pair of successful Warrior free
throws, Salem got the ball back with 3.1 seconds
remaining but could not sink the game-tying
basket. Winnacunnet defeated the Blue Devils,
34-32. With the loss, Salem falls to 1-3 on the
season.
I told the team that the end of the game wasnt
where we lost it. It all comes down to the little
things. We have to come out at halftime a lot
better, said McLaughlin. It is what it is. They
kept ghting and thats what I love about them.
As long as these Blue Devils continue to give
every ounce of effort on the court, they will have a
shot at a postseason berth.
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Felix would lead the Blue Devils with 12 points in the loss.
Blue Devils Defeat Trinity
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The Salem High School Blue Devils defeated the Trinity High Pioneers. The game
was played at the Salem Icenter on January 8. Final score of the game was 3-2.
Salem got goals from forward Chris Lemay and defenseman Jake Burns in the rst
period. In the second period, Trinity scored a goal making the game close at 2-1.
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Jake Burns. With just a minute and 31 seconds remaining in the game, Trinity scored
a goal making the score 3-2. Trinity immediately pulled their goalie, and looking for
the tying goal, pressured Salem for the remainder of the game. Salem held off the
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Gymnastics Team Maintains Grip
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by Jacob Gagnon
The Salem High School gymnastics squad has
showcased the depth of their lineup in January.
In every meet, the Blue Devils have a competitor
who is nishing towards the top of each event.
Salem tightened their grasp on the top of the
state standings by maintaining their unbeaten
team record for the 2014 season.
On Wednesday, January 8, the Blue Devils
hosted Dover High School and the Portsmouth
Christian Academy (PCA). Once again, Salem
dominated the meet by placing different athletes
at the top of each event and earning the rst-
place victory with a score of 122.35 overall.
The next closest score was Dover High, who
nished with 97.95 team points.
Salems Nina Whittaker continued her stellar
season with a top nish on the vault with a
9.22 score. On the bars, Whittaker took the top
honors with a score of 8.9, while teammates
Sarah Hale (7.0) and Kelsey Collins (6.5) took
second and third place respectively.
Whittaker wrapped up her successful meet by
nishing rst on the beam with an 8.85 score.
Hale earned third place honors on the beam
with a 7.85 score. In the oor routine, Ashley
Myer led Salem with a score of 8.2 and Hale,
once again, took the second spot with a 7.9
score. Hales consistent performance led to her
nishing rst all-around with a score of 30.35.
On Monday, January 13, the Blue Devils met
Windham, Pelham, Farmington, and Spaulding
High Schools. Whittaker, one of Salems top
performers, did not compete in the meet to rest
up. Despite not placing rst in any one event,
Salem was able to secure a close victory with
117.0 team points over Windhams 109.3 points.
Pelham High nished in third place (105.6)
while Spaulding earned fourth place (98.8).
Windhams Ali Otis took rst place in the
vault, bars and beam. Salems gymnasts
continued to battle for every point. On the bars,
Kadie Tommasi tied in second place with an 8.3
score. On the beam, Salems Hale and Collins
tied for third place with scores of 7.6. Hale also
contributed with a third place nish on the oor
routine with an 8.0 score.
By being able to deliver a team victory
without one of their top scorers in Whittaker,
Salem showed that they have both depth and
a will to succeed stronger than any obstacle in
their path. With the season winding to a close
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Depleted Wrestling Squad Falls to Bishop Guertin
by Jacob Gagnon
The Salem High School wrestling team, plagued by illness and
injuries, has hit a mid-season slump that they will need to overcome
to be competitive in the Division I Championships next month.
On Wednesday evening, January 15, the Blue Devils hosted
Bishop Guertin High School. Salem was competing with a number
of wrestlers missing from their lineup. That depletion was evident
against the visiting squad.
Thats not an excuse. Our performance was generally bad all
around. But the measure of the team is not how we fell tonight but
how we will respond next time, said Head Coach Wes Decker.
Im interested to see how this team responds.
Bishop Guertin scored two pins at the start of the evening, at 106
and 113 pounds, before Salem scored their rst points of the meet.
Ed Page, at 120 pounds, accepted a forfeit victory to put the Blue
Devils on the board. John Tanguay, at 126 pounds, was looking to
turn the momentum of the matches around by controlling the rst
period. Towards the end of the opening period, however, Tanguay
was caught and pinned.
Another pin at 132 pounds set up Avery Santiago at 138 pounds
to face one of BGs star grapplers. Despite a wonderful effort and a
refusal to give up, Santiago could do little else besides hang on as he
was defeated via tech fall (15-0) at the end of the second period.
There were some positive signs throughout the lineup but,
generally, I thought that we underperformed and BG wrestled a great
match, said Decker.
It was not until Jake Genest, at 145 pounds, took to the mat that
the Blue Devils had earned a decisive win. Genests match was a
battle from the opening whistle. His Bishop Guertin opponent led
after the rst period, 4-3, as Genest was thrown to the mat when
attempting a double-leg takedown. Genest, starting off the second
period in the bottom referees position, reversed his opponent to take
a 5-4 lead and continued to ride out his opponent.
Bishop Guertin, looking to tie the match with an escape, selected
bottom for their wrestler in the third and nal period. Genest
capped off one of the grittiest performances of the season by
maintaining his top position, and his lead, for the entire third period
to earn the win.
Genest wrestled a real nice match. It was a tough kid that he
wrestled, said Decker.
The momentum of the meet seemed to be turning in Salems
favor as Dylan Chaffee, at 152 pounds, defeated his Bishop Guertin
opponent by injury forfeit moments into the opening period. Salem
lost, by pin falls, at both the 160 and 170-pound weight classes
before Nick Melo, at 182-pounds, collected a forfeit.
Our goal is to peak at the end of the year. Sometimes, in the
middle of the season, you hit a little bit of a lull, which is where
I think our team is at right now. Every team and every school is
dealing with that so its no excuse, its just a reality of the sport, said
Decker.
In the 195-pound weight class, John Bartose wrestled a tough
bout. A number of reverses in the rst period led to a 7-4 lead
for Bartose at the close of the rst period. Bartose, starting on the
bottom referees position to start the second period, escaped and
took down his opponent to jump out to a 10-4 lead before getting
caught in a pinning predicament. Bartose could not escape and,
despite leading for most of the match, lost by pin fall. Salem lost,
again, by pin fall at 220 pounds. After a no-contest at 285 pounds,
Bishop Guertin claimed the team victory over Salem, 53-21.
Well redouble our efforts in practice and try to come back
strong, said Decker.
While the loss certainly stung Salem, it will serve as motivation
moving forward. The Blue Devils are trapped in a mid-season
purgatory. They will need to be relentless in their work ethic if they
are to emerge as a healthy, focused and successful squad as the
Division I Championship Tournament approaches. Most importantly,
they cannot be dispirited from a tough loss, but motivated to get
better by the next time they return to the mat.
Hopefully, the kids will take something from this and move on,
said Decker. We all stumble. Its all about how you pick yourself
up and go from there.
Avery Santiago, at 138 pounds, looks to escape from the bottom position
during his bout against Bishop Guertin.
Salems John Bartose, at 195 pounds, attempts to power-half his BG opponent
in the frst period of his match.
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