hudson~litchfield news 1-15-2010

Hudson Fire Department’s New Imaging Camera Could Save a Life

Hudson Fire Department’s New Imaging Camera Could Save a Life by Doug Robinson

The first-grade students of Griffin Memorial School never fully realized the difference they would be making this holiday season by creating specialized care packages for our troops serving in Iraq.

As a project for November and December, the 17 students in Mrs. Johnstone’s class sought out and received many donations of games, snacks, books, candy, vitamins, playing cards, pens, air fresheners, toiletries, and even artificial Christmas decorations.

“Paris Prunier’s dad, who is serving our country and fighting in the war over in Iraq, and the children of her first-grade class in Litchfield thought it would be a great idea to send to Paris’ dad and his soldier friends care packages this Christmas to show their appreciation for what they are doing,” commented Paris’ first-grade teacher, Mrs. Johnstone.

Paris’ dad, Spc. Christopher Prunier, was recently called to serve in the war approximately 10 weeks ago, recalled Paris’ mom, Nicole Prunier. “In a recent letter, my husband, Chris, asked if we could send to him some supplies which are not available in Iraq,” continued Nicole. “Mrs. Johnstone has been great and the kids have been unbelievable, as they have gone out and acquired a lot of needed supplies for my husband and the soldiers with whom he fights.” Never did the children of Mrs. Johnstone’s first-grade class at Griffin Memorial School realize the impact, impression, and gifts of love that they would be sending to our troops in Iraq.

When boxed, the supplies were going to be sent to Paris’ dad, who is assigned to the 1st Engineer Battalion, 111th Sapper Company. He, along with his Battalion, is responsible for the dismantling of the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) that have been set by the enemy to kill Americans. Each day, Paris’ dad and soldier friends venture out in search of the IEDs and deactivate the bombs before they detonate on any American soldiers. He and his battalion enter into enemy territory ahead of American soldiers, and create safe roadways for fellow soldiers to follow.

“These children are full of dreams,” commented Mrs. Johnstone, “and they know that the holidays are about giving. What they have accomplished here shows that they have the hearts of mountains.”

In response the generosity and kindness of the children, the American soldiers of the 1st Engineer Battalion, 111th Sapper Company, sent letters of appreciation to the students of Mrs. Johnstone’s first-grade class. Not only did the children with “hearts of mountains” receive letters of thanks from our soldiers in Iraq, they also made a big difference in their little way. The soldiers receiving the packages took the time and wrote personal letters to the first-grade students of Griffin Memorial School, expressing their thanks. Here are some of the letters offered by our soldiers in combat:

Mrs. Johnstone,My name is 1LT Alain Chuntraruk and I’m the

platoon leader of 1st Platoon, 111th Engineer Company (SAPPER). On behalf of myself and 1st Platoon, I want to thank you and Griffin Elementary 1st Graders (especially Paris Prunier) for sending us such great care packages. My

platoon was so happy to receive all of the gifts you’ve sent. It’s an awesome feeling to know that someone you’ve never met before cares aboutyou because you’re a Soldier. And we all love the fact that your 1st grade class are such patriots. You guys really set the example for other Americans to follow. Thanks again, Happy Holidays and

will be thinking of you guys. -1LT Alain Chuntraruk

Mrs. Johnstone,I was so moved by the

letters from the children and receiving them here on Christmas Eve was even better! They were so beautiful. A lot of the time, we are desensitized here by our surroundings and our jobs in

general, and a lot of the time, kind of “lose touch” with the civilian side of the world. This was a great reminder that there is so much love and support at home from everyone. I thank you and the rest of my unit thanks you! I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and I would like to very much thank all the ”young soldiers” at Griffin Elementary, as well as yourself. I am planning to set some time aside in the first week of April to hopefully meet and thank all of them personally.Thank you and God bless,Christopher C. Prunier SPC US ARMY SAPPER

Dear Mrs. Johnstone and the students of Room 7, Griffin Elementary, 1st grade class!

We received your packages today and we are speechless. We have a tough job here in Iraq, and it is with great respect and honor to all of our friends, family, and FIRST GRADE SOLDIERS AND THEIR FAMILIES that we receive your support! The soldiers of the 111th Sappers are so

grateful for your love, support, and generosity! We

salute all of you. The beautiful art work your children put so much time, effort, and much care into will be carefully displayed here in Iraq in our headquarters. I will take pictures to send to you of them as soon as time permits, and I will also be sending some pictures of us here in Iraq to give your children an idea of how the people and soldiers

live in Iraq. We will distribute all the awesome supplies and goodies to all thesoldiers here and you should be hearing back from a lot of us soon, either through snail-mail or e-mail, as a lot of us would like to thank you personally for your amazing support! continued to page 10 - Letters of Thanks

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by Doug RobinsonThe thermal imaging camera recently

purchased by the Hudson Fire Department could save your life. It could also save the life of a firefighter, emergency medical technician, police officer, injured person, or your pet.

The camera has the ability to see through smoke created by a fire and detect heat signatures. No matter how thick, how black, or how dank, this camera can register a thermal image on its screen.

The new thermal imaging camera went into service at the Hudson Fire Department approximately four weeks ago, and the camera’s versatility has already proven to be effective, efficient, and most of all, a time saving device on two separate occasions when the saving of lives is at stake.

“We recently used the camera at a house fire at 14 Timothy Lane,” commented Captain Dave Morin, Hudson Fire Department. “We got a report that people were trapped within the two-story building. With the use of the camera, we were able to enter into the building and scan every room, looking for people who might be trapped. The camera is lightweight and has the ability to hang clipped to my gear. Before we stretched a hose line to the second floor of the home, we were able to determine that the

building was empty of any occupant. The use of the camera cut down our search time to about three minutes. Without the camera, we would have spent many more minutes searching for

possible people trapped, which would not only endanger the firefighters, but also allow the fire to progress further.”

The Hudson Fire Department purchased a thermal imager known in the industry as the T3Max.

“T3MAX is the most versatile, small-form thermal imager on the market. Suited for interior operations and useful for analytical operations via the

Electronic Thermal Throttle™, T3MAX is the ideal thermal imager for departments that demand the highest performance in the smallest package.

“Current thermal imagers are based on technology that was originally developed for the military. Thermal imaging technology provides the ability to see and target opposing forces through the dark of night or across a smoke-covered battleground. The properties that have made infrared detection valuable to military services around the world also make it valuable to fire services and law enforcement,” states Bullard Industries. continued to page 10 - New Imaging Camera

The camera clearly identifies people, in a 100-percent darkened room. Should the room have been filled with smoke,

the person would be equally highlighted

Griffin First Graders Receive Lettersof Thanks and Salutes of Respect

Griffin First Graders Receive Lettersof Thanks and Salutes of Respect

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Litchfield soldiers’ letters

Eleven Neighbors Stop Playgroundby Len Lathrop

Meeting at the Hudson Fish and Game Club for the convenience of the neighbors, Hudson Recreation held a committee meeting to take testimony about placing a playground with a walking trail and volleyball courts on a 62-acre parcel of Hudson-owned land off of Eayers Pond Road and splitting by Chestnut Street.

This was the third and last opportunity for the community to speak to the Recreation Committee and the town Selectmen’s liaison about the project.

This park was first cited in a Hudson Master Park Plan for the year 2000, and prepared by landscape architects and planners Brown and Rowe in 1988. At that time, the plan noted a tot lot, a Little League field with a 175-foot fence, a multi-use playing field for soccer and football, a cross-country skiing and jogging trail, and a picnic area with 46 parking spaces. The 2009 proposal was scaled down with only a conceptual plan and about 20 parking spaces.

Jeremy Griffus, committee chairman, introduced the committee members and outlined that anyone could speak. Following those remarks, the committee would vote to proceed with establishing a subcommittee to design the park, or to abandon the plan and release the property to the Selectmen to do with as they deemed appropriate.

At the meeting, there were nine citizens, three Hudson Fish and Game members, seven Recreation Committee members, Selectman Roger Coutu, and Recreation Director David Yates.

First to speak was Charles Lake, who stated that he doesn’t care, but wanted to point out that the

roads in the area of the proposed park were more like driveways and he did not see how emergency vehicles and additional cars would fit; currently, you have to use a private driveway to turn around in to leave the area. He also asked if there would be bathrooms for park-goers to use.

The next speaker, Laurel Lockhart of Walnut Street, wants the park for a place for young kids to play, rather than being sold into house lots, as has been discussed by Hudson Selectmen, to which Chairman Griffus explained that the Recreation Committee has no control over what will happen to the property if the park is not built; “it is in the hands of the Selectmen.”

Mike McGee of Chestnut Street stated that the park is not bad, but that Chestnut Street is in very sad shape and couldn’t handle a lot of traffic or emergency vehicles. It is already a recreation area with neighborhood children playing there now. Others will change the dynamic of the area. “The best thing” is to “leave it the way it is,” said McGee.

Other speakers expressed very similar thoughts. Selectman Coutu stepped in to advise neighbors that he would make certain that options would be weighed very heavily on the impact on their community. He explained that he would treat all decisions by keeping the “what if this was my neighborhood?” concern in mind. He understood that the roads were narrow and in poor condition.

Yates answered the question about bathrooms, explaining that portable toilets are placed at all Hudson parks and the same would be done at Eayers Pond; many questions followed.

continued to page 10 - Playground

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Community EventsCommunity EventsCommunity EventsSaturday, January 16Hudson Cub Scouts Pack 20 will be sponsoring an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at Applebee’s, 379 Amherst Street, Nashua, from 8-10 a.m. The breakfast will include all-you-can-eat pancakes as well as juice, milk, coffee, and tea. This event helps fund the Pack’s annual Blue & Gold banquet. Tickets may be purchased in advance by contacting Deanna Tardif at 233-0476 or by e-mail at [email protected]. They may also be purchased at the door.

Tuesday, January 19Hudson Checklist Supervisors will be in session from 7-7:30 p.m. at the Hudson Town Hall for the purpose of registering voters and making party changes. Voters are reminded that they may register at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours. The last date to register for the upcoming Town Elections will be February 27 from 11-11:30 a.m. at the Town Hall.

Saturday, January 23The Gosselin family and friends will be hosting a fundraising Bake Sale at the Drink Shoppe, 214 Central Street, Hudson, from noon-7 p.m. All proceeds will go to a local family, the Drinkwater family. Mrs. Drinkwater is a devoted wife and mother of three boys who is losing her life due to a long battle with cancer. Her boys would like to take her mom on one last vacation together as a family. Come find some delicious goodies while helping a good cause. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Tuesday, January 26A Cub Scout roller skating party will be held at Roller Kingdom in Tyngsboro, MA, from 6-8 p.m. There is a nominal cost for skate rental. Sign up for Cub Scouts and skate for free! Contact Ben Dibble at 880-2077 for more information.

LibraryLibraryLibraryStarting NowThe Rodgers Memorial Library stocks a supply of the most common federal and New Hampshire tax forms and instruction booklets. The Hudson Post Office no longer carries tax forms. Please call the library at 886-6030 x4522 to make sure we have the tax form you need.

Tuesday, January 19The Friends of the Library of Hudson will be meeting at 7 p.m. in the Rodgers Memorial Library Community Room. New members are always welcome! Stop by for an application.

MeetingsMeetingsMeetingsFriday, January 15 The Litchfield Budget Committee will hold public hearings on its 2010 Town and School District recommended budgets in the auditorium at Campbell High School at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 30The Town of Litchfield’s Deliberative Session will be held at 2 p.m. at Campbell High School.

School ActivitiesSchool ActivitiesSchool ActivitiesMonday, January 25The CLUB at LMS After-School Parent & Advisory Group will be meeting in the Litchfield Middle School Library at 6 p.m. For meeting information, contact Patricia Waggoner at [email protected] or the program director, Bill Roy, at 660-6349 or [email protected], or visit the program’s Web page at http://www.litchfieldsd.org/schools/lms/theclub/home.php.

Saturday, February 6The Friends of Alvirne Ice Hockey will be sponsoring the Alvirne Ice Hockey Winter Fling from 7-12 p.m. at the Kings Court and Banquet Hall, 222 Central Street, Hudson. The event will feature dinner, a DJ, and raffles. The attire is casual. All proceeds support the Alvirne Ice Hockey Program. For tickets, contact Michele at 661-2585.

School ActivitiesSchool ActivitiesSchool ActivitiesSaturday, February 13Hungry for some Italian cuisine? Then come to the Alvirne High School Friends of Music Pasta Palooza! Join them as they host this annual event at Alvirne’s Cafeteria and Checkers Restaurant from 5-8 p.m. Enjoy good food, music, raffles, and fun. Tickets

for this very affordable night out will be available at the door, or by calling Maria at 889-2212. Proceeds will benefit the Alvirne Music Program. You can check out more information about Alvirne Music at www.ahsmusic.org. Buon Appetite!

Seminars & CoursesSeminars & CoursesSeminars & CoursesWednesday, January 20The Rodgers Memorial Library, located at 194 Derry Road, Hudson, will hold a Medicare Information Seminar at 2 p.m. Learn about Medicare changes and how they will affect your healthcare needs.

Wednesday & Thursday, January 20 & 21The Rodgers Memorial Library, 194 Derry Road, Hudson, will be offering a series of free computer workshops. This week’s workshops are: Facebook - Wednesday, January 20, at 7 p.m.; Introduction to Computers - Thursday, January 21, from 1-2 p.m. or 2-3 p.m.; and Intermediate Microsoft Word - Thursday, January 21, at 7 p.m. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are needed for all workshops except for Introduction to Computers. Pre-register by calling the library at 886-6030. Call or check our Website: www.rodgerslibrary.org.

Beginning Monday, January 25The Community Adult Education program in Litchfield will begin its winter classes on January 25. A wide variety of courses will be offered, including Photography, Introduction to Conversational French, Line Dancing, CPR/First Aid, Tai Chi, Cooking, Aerobics, Computer, Woodworking, and Beginner Quilting. This opportunity is available to all residents and non-residents of Litchfield. The course listing will be mailed to all Litchfield Residents the first week of January. Non residents, check the Hudson~Litchfield News, where information will be posted. If you have any questions or suggestions, contact Laurie Rothhaus, the Adult Education Director, or Christine Ferraro at Campbell High School at 546-0300.

Sports & RecreationSports & RecreationSports & RecreationStarting NowLitchfield Girls’ Softball is now open for on-line registration! Please go to our Website at www.litchfieldgirlssoftball.com and click on the “Register NOW” link. The Litchfield Girls’ Softball League is open to all Litchfield girls, and girls who attend school in Litchfield, ages 4-16 (age as of December 31, 2009). All players wishing to play in the 8U, 10U, and 12U divisions must attend the skills evaluations that will be held on Sunday, March 14, at Campbell High School. Please watch for times in the Hudson~Litchfield News or at www.litchfieldgirlssoftball.com.

Friday, January 15 – Monday, January 18The Hudson Recreation Department will be holding their 33rd Annual Basketball Tournament, January 15-18. There will be five divisions of girls and boys playing a

Round Robin Format. Games will be played at Hills-Garrison, Nottingham West, Memorial Schools, and the Community Center. There will be 51 teams participating, including 10 Hudson teams representing our town. The Tournament should prove to be entertaining and very competitive. Everyone is invited to come out and watch these young athletes show their skills. Game schedules can be found on the Recreation Department Website: hudsonrec.com.

Sunday, January 17The Hudson Knights of Columbus will hold their Annual Free Throw Contest at Library Street School, 22 Library Street, Hudson, from noon-3 p.m. The contest is open to all girls and boys ages 10-14. Proof of age is required at registration. Local winners will go to compete at the state level. Trophies will be awarded to the winners at a future Knights of Columbus meeting. Winners will be notified.

Wednesday, January 20, and Saturday, January 23Hudson Youth Baseball will hold registration for the spring 2010 season on the following dates and times: Wednesday, January 20, from 6-8 p.m. at the Memorial Middle School, 1 Memorial Drive, Hudson; and Saturday, January 23, from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. at the Hills Garrison Elementary, 190 Derry Road, Hudson. For more information, visit www.leaguelineup.com/hudsonyouthbaseball.

Sunday, February 14The Hudson Kiwanis will hold its 25th Annual Ice Fishing Derby at Robinson Pond in Hudson from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sign-ups will be held from 7:30-10 a.m. Register the day of the event, or call the Kiwanis office to get a registration form ahead of time. There is a small fee per participant, and prizes will be available. Bait will also be available from a licensed NH bait dealer.

Litchfield Regular Meetings & Events

Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., Mondays; second and fourth Monday (June – August)Boy Scout Troop 11, Litchfield Community Church, 7:00 p.m., every Monday during the school year.Campbell High Booster Club, Campbell High, 7:00 p.m., second Wednesday.Conservation Commission, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., first Thursday.Fire Department meeting, Station House, 7:00 p.m., second and fourth Wednesday.Friends of Aaron Cutler Memorial Library, Library, 7:00 p.m., third Monday. (except January & July)Girl Scouts Adult Volunteers, Litchfield Service Unit, Litchfield Middle School, Art Room, 6:30 – 8 p.m., second Wednesday. Anyone interested is welcome.Hudson/Litchfield Rotary, Hudson SAU Building,7:30 a.m., every Thursday.Library Events: www.cutlerlibrary.blogspot.com Library Trustees, Library, 7:00 pm., second Monday.Litchfield Area Garden Club, 7:00 p.m., second Wednesday, e-mail [email protected] for location. Litchfield Budget Committee, Campbell High, Media room, 7:00 p.m., fourth Thursday of the month.Litchfield Lions Club, Litchfield Middle School, 7:00 p.m., second Thursday.Litchfield Republican Committee, Litchfield Tech Park, 480 Charles Bancroft Hwy, 7:00 p.m., third Thursday. For info, call 424-5487.Litchfield Women’s Club, Litchfield Middle School, 7:00 p.m., second Tuesday. (July & August at member’s homes)Planning Board, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., first Tuesday.Recreation Commission, Talent Hall, 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday.Recreation Department activities: www.litchfield.mv.com/commision/recreation_all.htmlThe Club at LMS After-School Advisory Board, Litchfield Middle School, 6:00 p.m., last Monday, every other month during school year (Sept, Nov, Jan, March, May)Zoning Board, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., second Wednesday.

Hudson Regular Meetings & Events

60 and Over Coffee Club, Rec. Center, 9 – 11 a.m., every Tuesday.Alvirne Booster Club, Alvirne Library, 7 p.m., first Wednesday.Alvirne Touchdown Club, Alvirne Library, 7 p.m., first Monday.American Legion Post 48 & Auxiliary, Legion hall, 7 p.m., first Monday.Awana Club, New Life Christian Church, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday. (from Sept. 23–May 26) Open to children age 3 to grade 5. For info or to register: 598-9000. Beekeeping Association, Rec. Center, 7:30 p.m., first Saturday.Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, BOS Meeting Room, 7 p.m., first, second, and fourth Tuesday.Budget Committee, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m., third Thursday.Greater Hudson Business Network, Valentino’s, 142 Lowell Road, Friday mornings, 8 a.m. For information, contact Mike Falzone at 320-8020.Cable Utility Committee, Town Hall, BOS Meeting Room, 7 p.m., third Tuesday.Conservation Commission, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m., third Monday.Fleet Reserve Association, VFW Post, 7 p.m., third Thursday.Free Movies, basement of the New Beginnings Child Care Center, Hudson, 6 p.m. Call Reverand David Bailey 895-9534 for more information.Friends of Alvirne Ice Hockey, Alvirne High School, 7 p.m., every other Tuesday.Friends of Alvirne Music, Alvirne Band Room, 7 p.m., first Thursday.Friends of Alvirne Swim Team, Alvirne Library, 6:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month.Friends of the Library of Hudson, NH, Rogers Memorial Library, 194 Derry Road, 7 p.m., third Tuesday, every other month (except June – August)Friends of Hudson Natural Resources, Town Hall, 7 p.m., second Monday.GFWC Hudson Community Club, Checkers Restaurant, 7 p.m., first Wednesday. GFWC Hudson Junior Club, George H. & Ella M. Rogers Memorial Library, 7 p.m., second Wednesday.Hannah Dustin Quilter’s Guild, Hudson Community Center, 9 a.m., first Monday (except June through August)Hudson Area Moms Club, 10 a.m., Last Wednesday (except December) [email protected] Boy Scout Troop 21, Wattannick Grange Hall, Thursdays, 7 p.m.Hudson Cub Scout Pack 21 & 791, Hills Garrison Cafeteria, third Tuesday, 7 p.m.Historical Society, Alvirne Hills House, 7 p.m., fourth Wedneday.Hudson Lions Club, Valentino’s Restaurant, 6:30 p.m., second and last Monday.Hudson Senior Council on Aging activities, Community Center, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., every Wednesday and Thursday.Hudson/Litchfield Rotary, Hudson SAU Building, 7:30 a.m., every Thursday.Hudson United Soccer Club Board Meetings, Hudson Police Community Room, 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Wednesday.Kiwanis, Kiwanis Hall, 7 p.m., first and third Monday. (If Monday is a holiday, call 883-0374.)Knights of Columbus, St. Kathryn Parish Hall, 7:30 p.m., first Wednesday.Library Trustees, Town Hall, BOS Meeting Room, 7 p.m., third Wednesday.Lions Club of Hudson Bingo, Kiwanis Hall, 4 p.m., second Saturday.Marine Corps League, VFW Hall, 7:30 p.m., last Tuesday.Movie Night, Hudson Community Center, 7 p.m., first Friday of the month (October to May)Nashua-Hudson Toastmasters, Nashua Public Library, 6:30 p.m., first and third Wednesday.Nottingham West Lions Club, Hudson Police Department Community Room, 7 p.m., first and third Tuesday.Open Space Subcommittee, Town Hall, 7 p.m., fourth Thursday.Planning Board, Town Hall, 7 p.m., first, second, and fourth Wednesday.Recreation Committee, Rec. Center, 6:30 p.m., second Thursday.School Board, Town Hall, BOS Meeting Room, 6:30 p.m., first and third Monday.Sewer Utility Committee, Town Hall, BOS Meeting Room, 5:30 p.m., second Thursday.Sons of the American Legion, Legion Hall, 8 p.m., first Monday.TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), First Baptist Church, Tuesdays, 3:45-4:15 p.m. for weigh in, and 4:15-5:00 p.m. for the meeting.Tot Playgroup, Rec Center (Merrifield Park during summer months), 9:30 a.m., every Thursday.Trustees of the Trust Fund, Town hall, 3:00 p.m. fourth Thursday. VFW & Auxiliary, VFW Post, 7 p.m., second MondayVFW Men’s Auxiliary, VFW Post, 7 p.m., first MondayWater Utility Committee, Town Hall, BOS Meeting Room, 5:00 p.m., third WednesdayWattannick Grange, Grange Hall, 7:30 p.m., first and third Monday (889-5575) Zoning Board, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Thursday

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Deadline for Property Tax Exemptions

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submitted by Hudson Fire DepartmentAt approximately 8:05 a.m. on Wednesday, January

6, Hudson Fire Department was dispatched to Timothy Lane. Upon arrival, Deputy Chief Neal Carter found smoke issuing from a two-story residential structure. Firefighters from Lenny Smith Central Fire Station were met by initial reports from bystanders that some one may be in the building. This proved to be false; the occupant, who discovered the fire, was outside waiting for the arrival of emergency personnel. The occupant of the house woke to open a bedroom door where smoke was emanating from and found the fire. Quickly closing the door stopped the possible spread of fire throughout the house, as well as the quick attack and fire knock-down by Hudson fire companies.

The room and contents were damaged as well as the floor of the room. The basement has some water damage and the whole house has smoke damage.

The probable cause of the fire is reported to be accidental. It appears that ashes from a cigarette ignited a couch in a bedroom where the occupant had smoked earlier in the morning.

Submitted by Brenda CollinsThe Greater Hudson Chamber of Commerce is in the process

of planning its 41st Annual Award Dinner, to be held in March, to recognize our community’s outstanding citizens and businesses. The Chamber is seeking nominations for Citizen of the Year, Businesses of the Year, and Junior Citizens of the Year by January 30. The Citizen of the Year recognizes the outstanding achievements of an individual of Hudson or surrounding towns, in their ability to contribute to the community. The Businesses of the Year will have two categories: businesses with fewer than 50 employees and businesses with over 50 employees. These awards recognize deserving local businesses that exhibit successful business practices and distinguish themselves as a business that advances the best interest of the local community through leadership and community contributions. Submissions for Citizen and Businesses of the year can now be made online at the Chamber Website, www.HudsonChamber.com, which lists past recipients as well.

The Junior Citizens of the Year recognizes outstanding high school seniors for both scholastic ability and contributions to the surrounding community, and includes a scholarship award. A Junior Citizen of the Year must be a resident in the Greater Hudson

Chamber of Commerce coverage area and a graduating high school senior who must provide a current scholastic record, at least two recommendations from the educational system and two non-school related recommendations (not required, but highly encouraged, as it does increase scoring), a listing of all four years of school activities and non-school activities (community service-related, etc.), and a detailed statement explaining the reasons for nomination. Submissions can be mailed or dropped off at the Chamber office.

A committee of Chamber members will review the nominations, consider the reasons for nominating the person or business, and make the final selections for the award. The Citizen of the Year and Business of the Year winners will be honored at the Greater Hudson Chamber’s Annual Dinner at The Castleton in Windham, while the Junior Citizen of the Year will be awarded among their peers at their June Scholarship Night event. If anyone would like to submit a candidate, forward the name of your nomination and reason they are deserving of the award along with your name and contact

information in case the Chamber’s nominating committee requires further information, or visit www.HudsonChamber.com for online submissions. Specific and detailed explanations are requested to allow the committee members to best understand the deserving individual. Nominations can be mailed to: Greater Hudson Chamber of Commerce, 71 Lowell Road, Hudson, NH 03051, or faxed to 889-7939. All nominations must be received prior to January 30. For questions regarding this process, call the Chamber office at 889-4731.

House Fire Extinguished Quickly

by Doug Robinson

The waters of Robinson Pond and Ottarnic Ponds may be frozen solid, giving way to many inches of thick ice, but within the depths of the waters below lingers danger to the health and the survival of

both ponds. In time, the ponds could die.

Hudson’s Conservation Commission, during the December 22 Town of Hudson Board of Selectmen’s meeting, informed the Selectmen that the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES) had ranked Robinson Pond as the

16th most infected pond with Milfoil and Fanwort (shown in the figure above) in the State of New Hampshire. Ponds are ranked throughout the State so that funds may be allocated by the DES to fight and eradicate Milfoil and Fanwort in the most needy ponds first. According to Hudson’s Conservation Commission, the State ran out of money on pond #15. While the program began with 60- to 70-percent matching funds, the eradication program quickly reduced to a level of 30-percent funding. The cost for each eradication is $60,000.

Aqualplant.com defines Milfoil as “… a perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and Africa, and was probably brought to the U.S. as an aquarium plant. Today, it is considered one of the most aggressive and problematic plants in the U.S. because of the dense colonies which it forms. The stems are multi-branched, somewhat reddish in color, with gray-greenish, feather-like leaves. The leaves are in whorls of three to five around the stem with each leaf divided into 12 or more pairs of thin, thread-like leaflets. Reddish flowers are borne on leafless spikes that rise above the surface a few inches… Water milfoil can spread from seeds or by fragmentation.”

The report continues to state that “Fanwort is multi-branched, submerged perennial plant except for a few small (1/2 - 1 1/4 inches long), alternately arranged, elongated floating leaves. The submerged leaves are opposite, attached by a single petiole, but above the petiole form a finely divided, ‘fan-shaped’ leaf. Fanwort has a small (1/2- to 3/4-inch diameter), white to pink flower which arises from the tip of the stem and stands slightly above the water’s surface. Submerged portions of all aquatic plants provide habitats for many micro and macro invertebrates. These invertebrates in turn are used as food by fish and other wildlife species (e.g. amphibians, reptiles, ducks, etc.). After aquatic plants die, their decomposition by bacteria and fungi provides food (called ‘detritus’) for many aquatic invertebrates. Fanwort has little known direct food value to wildlife.”

At the request of the Conservation Commission, the Board of Selectmen approved a Warrant Article L, which will appear on the Spring Ballot, for the purpose of seeking voter approval for the establishment of a Capital Reserve Fund to receive $12,000 per year.

The eradication of Milfoil and Fanwort is an “ongoing, Herculean” process. Several treatments are necessary and are an ongoing process over the course of five to six years. “The purpose is to put money into a fund. We have two choices …we can do nothing and see two swamp lands, or we can accept the fact that we are going to have to eradicate the two (plants).”

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On Monday, the Area News Group received a hand-written note from a “Local Reader” whose short note asked the title question of this week’s editorial after he/she had read my November 8 editorial. Timing of the note could not have been better as both of our towns, and most of the towns in the state of New Hampshire, operate under what is known as an SB2 form of government.

Selectmen and School Boards in our towns have been putting together budgets, which are the plans for the fiscal year that begins January 1, 2011, in Litchfield and July 1, 2011, in Hudson. These plans will spell out how your tax dollars will be spent.

Regular taxpayers have meetings to attend at the end of January and the first part of February, defined by RSA as Deliberative Sessions. All Warrant Articles to be discussed must be posted in advance of these very important sessions on the town and school sides. There may be articles submitted by the Planning Board and the Selectmen, the Operating Budget, and Petitioned Warrant Articles. All Warrant Articles, except those whose wording is prescribed by law, may be debated and amended at these sessions.

Remember, it takes a simple majority of the voters at these meetings to change something. If you want to amend something, you should be ready to speak on why your changes are

important and even ask similar-minded people to come and support you.

The final wording of each article approved by the voters present will show up on the official ballot, to be voted on by all registered voters in the March election.

In Hudson:• Town Deliberative Session, January 30,

9 a.m., Community CenterSchool Deliberative Session, February 6,9 a.m., Community CenterIn Litchfield:

• Town Deliberative Session, January 30, 1 p.m., Campbell High School

• School Deliberative Session, February 6, 2 p.m., Campbell High SchoolAs budgets currently stand, if everything

passes, the average home-owner in Hudson will see a $264 increase in their taxes based on a $300,000 house. In Litchfield, the increase will be $120, based on the same house evaluation.

Democracy requires citizen oversight and transparency in its processes. The Deliberative Town Meeting is about as good as it gets for those choosing to participate in democracy in their community.

Guarantee a Republican Form of Government

Doing research on upcoming legislation, I re-read the U.S. Constitution. One section stood out in light of the Christmas Day ‘underwear bomber’ terrorist plot. That was Article IV, Section 4. It reads: “The United States shall guarantee to every state in this union a Republican form of government, and shall protect each of them against invasion; and on application of the legislature, or of the executive (when the legislature cannot be convened) against domestic violence.”

The Constitution begins with a phrase stating “provide for the common defense,” and includes near the very beginning a demand for the provision of defense. It seems to me that a strong defense is the heart of the Constitution. It also states, in clear language, that a Republican form of government is guaranteed and is directly tied to self-defense. Webster’s defines a republic as a form of government in which the power resides with and in the people, not in government.

Franklin reportedly responded to a question about what the Constitution was with the phrase “A republic, if you can keep it.” There has been much talk about socialism being introduced into the United States. The progressive elements in the country that deny the existence of permanent self-evident facts desire the United States to “move forward,” away from firm principles, and toward “situational relativity.” You know, where wrong is right and right is wrong.

My question is, how can the people be the source of power and provide for the common defense, without firm footing? The answer is we cannot. We must adhere to the principles of self-evident Truths to allow all of us the opportunity, not the guarantee (only the chance), to excel. That only happens when we exert our power as voters and tell the government elite who is in charge. That is the way we keep our republic!

Jordan Ulery - Hudson

Unexpected ConnectionsEverything is connected.Please perform this mental exercise with me,

and take each little bit of data that appears in the Hudson~Litchfield News and place it on a table in front of you, just the way people solve jigsaw puzzles. But instead of placing them next to each one that fits, instead leave them where they are and draw a line between pieces that connect. And then think about it overnight, and then draw some more lines. And then think about it for a week, a month, a year. And keep drawing lines between things that are connected in some way.

You will find some amazing and unexpected connections.

While I was doing my daily dose of thinking, I happened across these connected facts while reading the subject article. That is, Selectmen are upset about not being able to talk on their cell phones while driving. The computer program that I use for this helped me make the following connection, and I will maintain the direct quotes here, the first two from RSA 265, as shown on www.gencourt.state.nh.us: “(c) This paragraph shall not apply to: (1) Federal, state, or local law enforcement personnel while in the course of their official duties.”

“II. With the exception of any state, federal, county or municipal vehicle or any agent thereof, operating in furtherance of their official duties or any vehicle ... ”

And finally, “Members of Congress may always be just a little bit different.”

You can search for that exact phrase today on Google.com and you will get 904 hits. Read the first one; that is, the first search result that shows up. Go there and read the article. And notice what the subject of the article is about. It’s not about cell phones!

So there. I set out some of the puzzle pieces for you, and you are going to have to draw the lines yourself, if you care to. But wait: if you act now, you will receive one extra clue to solving this puzzle! Read the first sentence in this letter one more time.

Reggie Bushong - Hudson

Thank You from Joey’s Plunge!I am writing to thank everyone who supported

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Maybe there will be snow on the ground or maybe not, but I can almost guarantee the temperature will be below freezing, and me and my glow-in-the-dark, white legs will be running over the “white-ish” sand at Hampton Beach and into the cold Atlantic Ocean, risking my health and dignity, to raise money for the Special Olympics as “Chariots of Fire” plays in the background.

Special Olympics means so much to our family by offering my son, Eddie, and over 50 Special Olympic Athletes from Hudson area an opportunity to play sports when otherwise, they would be left on the sideline. The athletes’ participation in Special Olympic events increases their confidence, achieves a sense of accomplishment, improves their self-esteem, and develops friendships. Special Olympics has given so much to our whole family and we want to give back to such a great organization. This is why myself and several others from Hudson participate in this fundraiser.

Dignity, acceptance, and a chance to reach one’s potential—these are human rights worth promoting for everyone. Since 1968, Special Olympics has been bringing one message to the world: people with intellectual disabilities can and will succeed if given the opportunity (www.specialolympics.org).

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First Baptist Church and Habitat for Humanity

Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005, destroying property and killing hundreds. Less than a month later, on September 24, 2005, Hurricane Rita also made landfall on the Gulf Coast, extending the devastation even further. All told, more than half a million homes were damaged or destroyed.

Nearly five years later, Habitat for Humanity still engages coastal Mississippi families struggling with run-down, temporary shelter and poor housing conditions.

To help address the continuing need, the First Baptist Church of Hudson is yet again sending a team, in March, to volunteer in the Gulf Coast area of Mississippi with Habitat for Humanity. The goal of the team is to build and/or refurbish homes to help bless other Americans as God has so richly blessed us.

The current (growing) team of volunteers traveling in March include: Craig Bailey, Al Daigle, Rich Fieler, Reverend Jim Harrington, Fred Miller, Bob Nealon, RJ Nealon, Joe Pirroni, and Tony Rice.

Would you like to play a part in this cause by supporting the team of individuals, who are using their hard-earned vacation time and/or taking unpaid time off to help others in need?

The First Baptist Church is hoping to receive sufficient donations to offset the cost of the trip, which includes air and ground transportation, as well as lodging at the Salvation Army’s local facility in the Biloxi, MS, area. The cost per volunteer is estimated to be about $500.

If you are interested in supporting the cause, there are two ways you can donate:1. By mail: Make your check payable to The First Baptist Church

of Hudson and mail to 234 Central Street, Hudson, NH 03051. Please designate “Biloxi trip” in the memo line of your check.

2. Online: Simply visit www.firstgiving.com/firstbaptisthudson. All donations are tax-deductible.The First Baptist Church of Hudson, and the people in need in

the Gulf Coast area, thank you in advance for your support. If you should have any questions, please feel free to call the church at 882-6116.

Craig Bailey - Hudson

Chris Pascucci for Budget CommitteeThank you! We’ve heard those two words very often this past

month. Department heads, administration, and board members were all being thanked, and they do deserve a sincere “thank-you” for their long hours and hard work in assembling the budget for the town and school system of Litchfield. All involved put many hours into what was clearly a difficult and sometimes thankless job.

However, there is a group of people that are very rarely thanked, and are all too often left without a voice in this process. That group is the Litchfield taxpayers. The Litchfield taxpayers are expected to foot the bill for everything “needed” and everything “wanted” in our town. The taxpayers clearly know and understand the importance and value of the town services and quality education of our children; we accept that responsibility, and we are more than willing to pay for them. However, the Litchfield taxpayers also demand accountability and good judgment with every dollar that is spent.

I have been a proud resident of Litchfield since 1997, I’m a small business owner, and I am running for the Budget Committee to give the Litchfield taxpayers an equal voice when it comes time to create our next budget. I understand the need for quality education and adequate town services, including infrastructure, police, and fire safety, but I also understand the challenging financial times most people are facing right now.

Based on this last budget cycle, Litchfield residents will have to pay for yet another tax increase, and next year, we are slated for a huge cut in State aid—a shortfall of up to two million dollars. We need a team in place that is not afraid to make some tough, possibly politically incorrect decisions to minimize the impact on the already struggling Litchfield taxpayers. I am ready, willing, and able to be part of that team. We must understand the “needs” and “wants” of our town and take into consideration the financial ability of our residents to pay for them.

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submitted by Presentation of Mary AcademyPresentation of Mary Academy second-graders from Mrs.

Psoinos’ class have had a great time learning about geometric shapes. After instruction and discussion about solid shapes and plane shapes, the students made models of solid figures using marshmallows and toothpicks. They made a cube, rectangular prism, and square pyramid. The students knew from their instructions that the toothpick was the edge, which is the line segment at which two faces of a solid shape meet, and the marshmallows are vertices, which are the corner points of a solid shape where edges meet. What could be more fun than having a hands-on project using marshmallows and toothpicks to learn a math concept? Cub Scouts Offer Holiday

Cheerto Furry Friendssubmitted by Tami Hoffman, Pack 11 Wolf Leader

As part of their Holiday Party, Pack 11 Cub Scouts of Litchfield decided to share their holiday spirit with some animals in need. A van full of supplies were delivered to the Humane Society of New England in Nashua. Supplies included cardboard soda boxes, litter, food, and cleaning supplies. We hope this helped spread some holiday cheer to our furry friends.

Alvirne Tri-M Music Honor Society Induction

submitted by Dave LecrawThe Alvirne High School Music Department Chapter of the Tri-M Music Honor Society greeted their

new members with an induction ceremony on January 11. It was a chance to welcome new members into the fold and meet the returning members.

The Tri-M Music Honor Society is the international music honor society for middle/junior high and high school students. It is designed to recognize students for their academic and musical achievements, reward them for their accomplishments and service activities, and to inspire other students to excel at music and leadership. Through more than 5,500-chartered chapters, Tri-M has helped thousands of young people provide years of service through music in schools throughout the world.

Alvirne Seniors members are: Ronnie Falcone, Jake Galloway, Olivia Gilbert, Shawn Gould, Emily LaPlant, Cameron Stoughton, Jenna Vaclavik, Cira Watson.

Alvirne Junior members are: Taylor Boulia, Anthony Clements, Brian Cocozziello, Christopher Destramp, Katelyn Egan, Ashley Iannaco, Lauren Kraemer, Nicholas Kraemer, Fallyn Lenzi, Paul Morris, Addison Nute, Katie Reynolds, and Safiya Subegdjo.

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Further, women’s products simply are not selling to the levels commensurate with the percentages of women reported to be participating in the outdoors. Last year, one technical clothing manufacturer was asked if they would be offering new gear based on a breakthrough fabric in cuts designed for women. The response was pretty simple: no. The reasoning? Women were not buying the current products. There was no way to sell top management on putting hard-to-get fabrics into lines the marketing departments didn’t believe would sell.

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Selectman Charles McMahon, who also serves as one of Windham’s representatives to the State Legislature, spoke about the budget crisis in Concord. “The bill has come due at the State House,” McMahon commented, “and everything is on the table.” However, McMahon continued, he doesn’t feel state building aid will be one of the areas to be sacrificed.

McMahon said that a $30 million school building bond, taken out for a period of 20 years, at five-percent interest, would raise the Windham Tax Rate by $1.36 per $1,000 assessed valuation. On property assessed at $400,000 for tax purposes, the owner would see taxes rise $544 per year due to this particular project.

“We can’t do it on the backs of taxpayers anymore,” McMahon said. “If you don’t make between $75,000 and $100,000 a year and live in this town, you’re not going to make it!”

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Undercover Operation Identifies Online Sex Offendersubmitted by Hudson Police Department

On December 29, a Hudson undercover officer was conducting an online operation in order to identify individuals soliciting juveniles for sex. The officer was solicited by an adult male who believed he was communicating with a child

under the age of 16 for the purposes

of sexual relations. A location was established within the town of Hudson, where the suspect and alleged juvenile were to meet.

On this same date at approximately 3:27 a.m., members of the Hudson Police Department were in position when the alleged offender arrived at the designated location. He was identified as John Winters, 34, of Hampton. Winters was charged with the offense of Certain Uses of Computer Services Prohibited (class B felony) and Possession of a Controlled Narcotic Drug (Class B Felony). He declined the services of the bail commissioner and was scheduled to be arraigned at Nashua District Court.John Winters

Censorship at the Rodgers Memorial Library?by A. Scott

A Public Notice from the Rodgers Memorial Library calling for a hearing to “request for the reconsideration of a particular volume of fiction per the Policy on Censorship and Reconsideration of Materials” was posted in last week’s Hudson~Litchfield News.

The Notice was posted after a patron requested a hearing to have the Horse Whisperer reconsidered for borrow. Renee Tyler of Robinson Road found the book to be “appalling,” referencing comments such as “Yankee Bastards” and the mocking of God, which were both not to her liking. Being a horse lover, she chose the book because of its title. “I love horses, that is why I chose it—I did not read the jacket cover,” said Tyler.

Library Trustee Connie Owen chaired the meeting, opening the floor to the public. Tyler did attend to again voice her concerns to the Board. Another patron, Robin Rodgers, was also present and spoke in favor of keeping the book on the shelf. “This book is in my own library at home. It was moving and kept my avid attention throughout. I would recommend it to readers who enjoy Evans’ work; I would say he is in the same genre as Nicholas Sparks,” she said.

The by-laws of the Library Trustees call for specific materials to be

collected to move forward, and one piece of information included booklist reviews: A 1995 review by George Needham states that, “Nicholas Evans is more than enough to make the skeptical reader wince. Hold back those winces if you can because this is a book of rare power and beauty; a story told simply, but elegantly.”

“It is not the role of the library to censor books,” said Owens. The American Library Association’s Bill of Rights reads: “Books and other library resources should be provided for the interest, information, and enlightenment of all people of the community the library serves. Materials should not be excluded because of origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation; libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their responsibility to provide information and enlightenment.’ We have looked over the by-laws and find them to be harsher than need be; we are now in the process of having this sort of thing heard at our regularly scheduled meeting instead of having to pay for a Public Notice and have folks come out on a separate night.”

The information gathered at the meeting will be given to the full Board of Library Trustees and a statement will be issued on Wednesday, January 20, at their regularly scheduled meeting.

False Report of Stolen Vehicle

submitted by Hudson Police Department

On Tuesday, January 12, at approximately 11:28 p.m., Hudson police officers responded to the area of Musquash Road by Copper Hill Road for the report of a single-vehicle accident. Upon arrival to the scene, a 1997 Ford Explorer was located off the northbound side of the road into the woods. There were no occupants in or around the vehicle. Approximately 10 minutes later, the owner of the vehicle, Kyle Doherty, 22, of Hudson, reported the vehicle stolen from outside his residence. A subsequent investigation revealed Doherty falsely reported the vehicle stolen. There was extensive damage to the vehicle and no known injuries to the occupants.

An arrest warrant is forthcoming against Doherty for the misdemeanor offense of False Report to Law Enforcement.

Driver Backs into Bank

submitted by Hudson Police Dept.On January 8, at approximately

4:25 p.m., members of the Hudson Police Fire Departments responded to the St. Mary’s Bank, located at 3 Winnhaven Drive, for a reported motor vehicle accident. Upon Officer Chris Manni’s arrival, he determined that a red-colored 1997 Toyota Rav4, driven by Amanda Landry, 22, of Hudson, was attempting to park her car in the bank parking lot. While doing so, Landry accelerated her motor vehicle and struck the building.

Landry and her passenger were wearing their seat belts. Landry’s passenger was identified as Theresa Landry, 83, of Hudson. There were no reported injuries at the scene.

The Hudson Fire Department inspected the bank building and determined that the building did not need to be evacuated, as there was no significant structural damage.

This accident remains under investigation. Speed and alcohol do not appear to be a cause of the collision.

Alleged Shoplifter Arrested

submitted by Hudson Police DepartmentOn January 9, officers responded to

Hannaford Supermarket on Derry Road for a report of a shoplifting of baby formula. According to the Hannaford employee, a male subject had filled a shopping carriage lined with a trash bag with over $700 worth of baby formula and headed out the exit of the store without paying for the items. Upon being confronted by store employees, the subject, later identified as James Carter, 43, of Methuen, MA, pushed the carriage away and fled in a vehicle. Officers Downey and MacDonald were able to catch up to the vehicle and arrested Carter without incident.

Carter had two outstanding bench warrants out of Conway, and was charged with felony level Shoplifting and held on $4,000 cash bail. He was scheduled for arraignment in Nashua District Court on January 11. The passenger in the vehicle, Wesley Pratt, 38, of Methuen, MA was also arrested on scene on bench warrants out of Exeter and Nashua, NH. Pratt was released on $800 cash bail.


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National Geographic Geography Bee

submitted by Presentation of Mary AcademyPresentation of Mary Academy students in grades four through eight participated in a Geography Bee

within their classrooms. The following students were the winners of their classroom Geography Bee.Grade Four: Nathaniel Lapointe and Francis Pellegrino; Grade Five: Annabelle Dionne and Ava Simon;

Grade Six: Aurora Bas and Emma Stalker; Grade Seven: Melyssa Demers and Erin Farrelly; and Grade Eight: Ryan Brown and Rachel Scaer. After several rounds of questions given by the moderators, fifth-grade teacher Mrs. June DeCosta and eighth-grade teacher Mrs. Jane Carver, the two finalists were Aurora Bas and Melyssa Demers.

Sixth-grader Aurora Bas, winner of the bee, moves one step closer to a chance to win a $25,000 College Scholarship. Aurora will advance to the next level of competition—a written examination to determine the state competitor. All school winners are eligible to win the national championship and its first prize, a $25,000 college scholarship, at the national competition, which will be held in Washington, DC, on May 25 and 26.

Kindergarten/First Grade Registration for Hudson Elementary Schools

submitted by Superintendent of Schools, SAU 81

Parents of children who will be entering kindergarten or first grade in the Hudson School District in September are invited to visit the district Website at www.sau81.org for registration (see the left side of the page). Students currently enrolled in the Hudson School District kindergarten program do not need to register.

Parents can begin the registration process at home prior to attending in-person registration. If you have already opened a “family account” online, you need to “add a child.” Your completed paperwork will be waiting for you when you come to registration. Computers will also be available at in-person registration.

In-person registration will be held on Wednesday, February 3, from 4 to 7 p.m., and on February 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To be eligible for kindergarten in September, a child must attain his/her fifth birthday on or before September 30. For first grade, children must be six years old by September 30. A birth certificate must be provided to register for school. Proof of

residence (current property tax bill, utility bill, rent receipt, etc.) is also required. A driver’s license is not an acceptable proof of residence. Parents must register their children in the attendance zone in which they reside.

Each child is required to meet specific medical standards before entering first grade, including a current physical examination and up-to-date immunizations. Parents should bring their child’s current immunization record to the registration.

We encourage all parents to register their students during the registration period, even if they are considering another school placement for kindergarten.

If parents have any questions about kindergarten or first grade, they may contact the Guidance Department at the school in their attendance zone (Hills Garrison Elementary School - 881-3930; Library Street Elementary School - 886-1255; Nottingham West Elementary School - 595-1570).

Big Friends/Little FriendsSubmitted by Presentation of Mary Academy

At least once a month, seventh graders from Ms. Bergeron’s class and Pre-K students from Mrs. Demers’ class get together to develop a friendship between older students and younger students.

When they gather together, they do many different activities that are prepared by the teachers. In the photograph, the children are enjoying friendship cookies that they made together for their morning snack. They do all kinds of arts and crafts, learn special songs during music and movement, and also pray together. The Pre-K students attended Mass with their “Big Friends.” They were the first Pre-K class to ever attend Mass with the older students.

This developing friendship between the younger and older students at Presentation of Mary Academy in Hudson will be teaching both age groups many new things. The younger students will learn not to be afraid of “Big Kids” and the older students will learn how quickly their “Little Friends” learn from them setting an example of kindness, patience, and genuine caring for each other, no matter what age or size we are.


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Curriculum Matterssubmitted by Amanda Lecaroz, Director of Curriculum, Litchfield School District

This column will appear on a regular basis to assist parents and the community in understanding about curriculum, research, and instructional changes in the Litchfield School District.

Why Change?We often hear in public education, “It worked for me;

why can’t it work for the kids now?” Change in educational practice is necessitated by changes in our society, as well as the changing expectations of public education. As is outlined in Clayton M. Christensen’s book, Disrupting Class, the purpose of American public education has changed significantly since it was first instituted back in early 1800s. Public education’s first job was to preserve the democracy by teaching democratic values to those that attended school. By the early 1900s, public education’s focus changed to preparing everyone for a job and, therefore, expanded from a one-room schoolhouse approach that the majority of students ended after grade school to the influx of significant numbers of students attending high school.

These phenomena led to the development of the high school with significant course and program offerings for the next 50 years. During the 1960s-1980s, the country changed its focus once again and required public education to keep the United States competitive on an international stage and schools began to be measured by test scores. Finally, in 2001 with the passage of the No Child Left Behind Act, student learning became the focus and schools became responsible for making sure that every student in every demographic group met proficiency in reading and mathematics by the year 2014. With all of these changes in expectation, schools have had to change and continue to change what they do and how they do it. What used to work may still work with the old expectations, but does not work with the new expectations. In the early 1900s approximately eight percent of all students graduated from high school; in the 1960s, it had increased to 69 percent, but now, for example, the Litchfield School District averages above 97 percent and still strives to meet the new expectation of 100 percent.

Along with the changes in expectations, as with any other field, research is continually conducted and new findings affect how things are done; the same goes for education. In the past two decades, there has been a major push in educational research that has focused on student learning. As a result of this research, more effective approaches to learning have evolved. The Litchfield School District has paid attention to this research and has made some significant changes to its instructional approaches in our educational program. A few examples would be the new mathematics program, EnVisions, in grades K-5 that focuses on the development of basic mathematics skills, as well as emphasizing a conceptual understanding of the mathematical processes and how to communicate that knowledge effectively. At the middle school, the implementation of reading across the curriculum, the increase in non-fiction reading for students, as well as the Six Traits writing instructional program are good examples. Finally, the high school will put the use of competencies for every course and a focus on student learning in the grading pilot into action.

With much discussion taking place about the grading pilot at Campbell High School, I will outline the grading pilot program, as well as the research that supports its implementation, over the next few weeks. Much information is currently available to parents and the public at the Campbell High School Website, www.campbellhs.org, on this topic as well. At any time, if you have questions about the material found in the articles, feel free to contact Amanda Lecaroz, Director of Curriculum, at [email protected].

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Of course I recommend that you have your taxes professionally prepared so that you can: 1) ask questions pertaining to your return: 2) understand your options to lower your taxes for the next year and 3) have someone who you can call if a particular situation should arise during the year. With your previous year’s transactions in our computers we can give realistic advice instead of assumptions. Many of our clients take advantage of this service which is included in their one time fee.

I realize that not all returns are so complicated as to require profes-sional preparation. Self preparers however should consider having their taxes professionally prepared at least once every 3 to 4 years. This schedule fulfills several opportunities such as verification that there is no misunderstanding of the tax laws, allowing them to ask pertinent questions, and most important, have the piece of mind that they have fulfilled a financial checkup.

Mistakes made on previous returns have a three year window for amendment. Many mistakes that have been found cost taxpayers much more than a tax preparation fee. Last year 25% to 35% of our first time clients had errors on their previous year’s returns. These clients benefited from amended returns with refunds of $200 to $1500 because of such errors. The errors found were not only from self prepared returns or from an interpretation of tax law but from inexperience. When having your tax returns professionally prepared, do not hesitate to ask for references and question experience. The IRS is currently seeking recommendations on how to better regulate tax return preparers including their education, training and ethical standards of conduct.

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Leaders of the Hudson Fire Department were extensively trained on the operation and the use of the infrared camera for many hours before the camera was placed into operation. Thermal experts from Bullard Industries educated the management and supervisory staff of the Hudson Fire Department on the use and operation of the camera. The training for the firefighters included not only classroom training, but also training within the real world of firefighting and smoke-filled buildings. “The camera can also be used in the search and rescue of a person lost in the woods during our winter season. As the camera records

a heat signature, we can ‘track’ where a person might travel, should we be able to find the person fast enough. If we get called to a motor vehicle accident, and it is reported that a person has been ejected, we can use the heat signatures of that person to locate him/her. We may get called for the smell of smoke in a building, and when we get there, we learn that one of the light ballasts has gone bad. We can use the camera to detect which ballast has become defective,” stated Captain Morin. Captain Morin also stated that the Department is grateful for the generosity of the many businesses within Hudson, which helped with the purchase of this camera.

Again, thank you all so very much, you should all know that you have made a very positive impact on a lot of soldiers here in Iraq! IMAGINE that—1st Graders from GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY having a positive influence on soldiers in combat halfway across the world! Again, we salute you, we are so proud of you, and again, are so grateful! I will keep your teacher updated on what we are up to and how we are doing, and I will try to send pictures to her soon to share with you! GOD BLESS YOU ALL (1st GRADE SOLDIERS AND FAMILES OF GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY)Sincerely, SPC Prunier, Christopher CPS.Mrs. Johnstone, again, thank you so much, you have made our day! I will be sending you some pictures to share with the children and some letters as well. If the children would like to write, they can send them to the APO you sent the packages to. Also, if they or yourself would like to e-mail, etc., this is my secure e-mail in Iraq and they may do so as well. We would love to hear and answer questions for them or yourself. I think it is very positive to involve our young children in a worldwide event they have ultimately grown up in. There are many positives here in Iraq; people, culture, and in some of its beautiful regions, a lot that is not reflected through mass-media channels. There is a lot of reflection on the negatives here in the Middle East and especially with our youth; it needs to be conveyed that’s not always the case. Again, we thank you so much for your

support—it helps more than you know and we humbled by the generosities. I am proud to see that you are teaching these children how much of an importance and a sacrifice military service is, but please understand and please convey to the children and families at home that their service and sacrifice is equally as important. Thank You,Christopher C. Prunier SPC United States Army

Hello everyone,My name is SPC Chad Penny.

I am overseas in Iraq. I am a combat medic. My job as the medic is to take care of the

soldiers. I make sure they get the right medicine and visit the doctor’s office. It is very important to stay healthy.

I saw all of the packages you sent to us! I especially liked the books and candy. Thank you so much.I hope you have a nice Christmas. I hope Santa brings you what you want. Have fun in the SNOW!Bye,SPC Chad Penny

Hello Sandra,I was glad to hear that the children liked the note.

I would not mind being pen pals. I thank you for all your prayers. To answer your question, the snacks were nice to have. I have to admit, I ate the snacks pretty fast. I wrote a short note to the students again. If you want them to write, you can use Chris’ address and change the name to SPC Penny, Chad. Thanks for the e-mail.

Hello again,I hope all of you had a nice Christmas

break! I was wondering about all of the fun you must have had. I know I missed playing in the snow with my dog, Rocky. He is a little black and white cocker spaniel. He likes to chase down snowballs I throw across the yard.

I hope everyone received good Christmas presents. What kind of gifts did you get? I remember I got a hockey stick for Christmas when I was in the first grade.

Did anyone have fun playing in the snow outside? I heard that it snowed a lot back home. How much snow was it?

Everyone here in Iraq is doing well. We wanted to thank you again for your packages. I am still reading a book one of you sent me. Thanks!

Have fun in class,SPC Chad Penny

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After everything was talked out and no one had any other statements to make or questions to ask, Chairman Griffus closed the Public Hearing and declared the matter before the Board. Speaking first, Griffus stated he couldn’t support continuing the project. His declaration was followed by most board members except Board Member Sue LaRoche, who explained that she understood the

feeling of the neighbors, but the Recreation Committee is tasked with doing what is best of the entire town. There is nothing in the south end, and in closing, she felt that the park represented a better place for children and walkers with or without their dogs as a much safer place then what it is now.

The board voted 6-1 to not proceed with the plan for a park in that location, and to advise the Selectmen of its intention.

Litchfield Police LogWednesday, December 30: 3:10 a.m. Suspicious activity, Charles Bancroft Highway. 10:31 a.m. VIN verification, Carlisle Drive. 11:57 a.m. Attempt to commit burglary and Criminal mischief, Simeon Lane. 3:07 p.m. Alarm, Lance Avenue. 3:13 p.m. Alarm, Blue Jay Way. 9:16 p.m. Noise complaint, Gibson Drive. Thursday, December 31: 9:42 a.m. Theft from a building, Martin Lane. 10:30 a.m. Unsecured building, Kemo Circle. 10:42 a.m. Dog running at large, Robyn Avenue. 2:59 p.m. Police service, Woodland Drive.Friday, January 1: 12:08 a.m. Simple assault, Pakesso Circle. 12:10 a.m. Criminal threatening, Pakesso Circle. 2:45 a.m. Domestic violence and criminal mischief.Saturday, January 2: 3:43 a.m. Motorist assist, Charles Bancroft Highway. 11:01 a.m. Motor vehicle accident with injuries, Charles Bancroft Highway. 4:12 p.m. Abandoned 911 call, Naumkeag Court. 4:29 p.m. Motor vehicle complaint, Louise Drive. 8:40 p.m. Motor vehicle accident with injuries, Charles Bancroft Highway. 10:01 p.m. Medical emergency, Page Road.Sunday, January 3: 3:20 a.m. Motorist assist, Waterview Circle. 10:50 a.m. Neighbor dispute, Charles Bancroft Highway. 12:00 p.m. Criminal mischief and arson, Page Road. 3:08 p.m. Medical emergency, Pilgrim Drive. 10:00 p.m. Domestic disturbance.

Monday, January 4: 12:50 a.m. Violation of protective order, Stark Lane. 10:10 a.m. Motor vehicle accident no injury, Derry Road. 12:00 p.m. VIN verification, Liberty Way.Tuesday, January 5: 8:45 a.m. Police information, Finch Court. 10:00 a.m. Phone harassment, Liberty Way. 12:00 p.m. Police service, Liberty Way. 1:45 p.m. Civil standby, Brenton Street. 2:36 p.m. Fraudulent use of credit card, Derry Road. 5:00 p.m. Burglary, Woodland Drive. 6:56 p.m. Arrested Kyle Reid, 20, Litchfield, Warrant for Conduct After and Accident. 10:13 p.m. Suspicious activity, Stark Lane. 10:22 p.m. Runaway, Charles Bancroft Highway.

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The red-hot Campbell track team made a strong showing at the track meet, breaking two school records. Anthony “Rocket” Rinaldi broke the school long-jump record with a jump of 19 feet, 7 1/4 inches. Rinaldi also qualified for States in the 300- and 55-meter dashes. “Shoeless” John Cialek broke his own school record in the 55-meter hurdles with a time of 8.1 seconds. Hayden Leith qualified for states in the 55-meter hurdles and Heather Geist qualified for states in the 600-meter.January 7:

In Boys’ Varsity Basketball, the team jumped

out to a 27-7 first quarter lead and never looked back in a 76-37 victory over Sanborn. Kiel Canada, Josh Morgan, and Bobby Frappier paced a balanced attack as the Cougars picked up their fourth win of the season.

The Boys’ JV Basketball team won 58-36. Dan Driscoll led the Cougars with 18 points in the win over Sanborn. The Cougars played great defense in the second half, holding Sanborn to four points in the third quarter.

The Boys’ Freshmen Basketball team won 36-22 against St. Thomas. Jackson Musco scored 12 points; Jason Rodonis, eight points; Cody Caron, six points; and Nick Freson had 10 rebounds.

January 5: The Boys’ Varsity Basketball team improved

to 3-1 on the season with a 71-24 win over Farmington in the Cougar Den. Campbell raced out to a 20-point lead in the first quarter and never looked back as 11 different Cougars scored. Keithen Craig, Jason Paquin, and Tyler Syphers sparked the Cougars off the bench. December 28:

In Track, the boys finished fifth place with 34 points. In the boys’ long jump, Rinaldi came in first place with 19 feet, 02.5 inches, and Cialek came in fourth place with 18 feet, 9 inches. Rinaldi qualified for States with his jump. In the shotput, James Amadio took fifth place with 34

feet, 8 inches. In the 55-meter hurdles, Cialek came in second place at 8.4 seconds. In the 1000-meter run, Geoffrey Pomerleau placed fourth with 2:55 and Ryan Donaghey placed fifth with 2:57.2. Both times qualify for State standards. In the 300-meter, Rinaldi came in second with 39.6 and Cialek came in fifth with 40.4. Rinaldi’s time meets State standards. The boys’ 4x400 relay team took fourth with a time of 4:01.4.

The girls finished 12th with seven points. Leith placed fifth in the high jump at 4 feet, 5 inches. Geist took first place in the 600-meter with a time of 1:52.1, which meets State standards.

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submitted by Sean McLaughlinThe Alvirne Broncos boys’ swim team continued on their

winning ways, taking seven of eight matches in a five-team meet at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester. The meet found the Broncos boys sweeping the evening, scoring 505 points and defeating Manchester Memorial, 505-250; Manchester Central, 505-177; and Manchester West, 505-13, lifting the boys’ record to 11-3 on the season. The boys’ squad once again was led with a spectacular performance by the team’s relay squads, who swept all three events, starting with the 200 medley with Khris Ortiz, Matt Beningo, Alex Luebbers, and Ronnie Falcone, winning in 2:01:78, while the 200 free relay team of Steven Belvare, Ryan Gillis, TJ Horne, and Falcone took first in 1:50:56. The 400 free relay squad of Luebbers, Horne, Ortiz, and Beningo wrapped the relays up with a 3:56:31 victory.

In individual action, Luebbers led the way with a 1:08:38 win in the 100 fly, while Khris Ortiz captured the 400 free in 4:33:01. Second-place finishes were turned in by Ortiz in the 200 free (2:08:71), Luebbers in the 200 individual medley (IM, 2:25:48), Beningo in the 50 free (25:02), and 100 breast (1:11:52), James Gillum in the 100 fly (1:23:07), and Falcone in the 100 free (59:83) and 100 back (1:10:63). Taking third was Chris Boudreau in the 200 IM, TJ Horne in the 100 free, James Gillum in the 400 free, Steven Balvre in the 100 back, and Michael Hayward in the 100 fly.

Fourth-place finishes were taken by Horne in the 200 free, Chase Clark in the 50 free, Cameron Wickes in the 100 free, and James Peterson in the 100 back.

On the girls’ side, the team came within two points of sweeping the meet, falling to Memorial, 409-407, while beating Manchester Central, 407-192; Manchester West, 407-135; and Trinity, 407-51. The Lady Broncos record now stands at 10-5-1 on the year, featuring their best number of wins in team history. Leading the way for the girls was freshman Becky Dionne, taking first in the 200 free (2:05:05) and 100 back (1:04:76), while teammate Desirae Ouellette captured first in the 50 free (28:58) and took second in the 100 free (1:03:18). Other second-place finishes were turned in by Lauren Kraemer (30:14) and Kerrigan Murray in the 100 fly. Third-place finishes were turned in by Kelly Mackay in the 100 fly, with fourths to Lauren Kraemer in the 100 free and Brooke Prochniak in the 400 free.

Top improvements on the day went to Kerrigan Murray in the 100 fly and 100 breast, Marie Lupoli in the 100 free, Meagan Hamblin in the 100 free, Jessica Cocoziello in the 400 free, James Gillum in the 400 free, Michael Hayward in the 400 free, and Paula Dubowik in the 100 back.

The next meet will take place at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester on Friday, January 15, when the Broncos will take on Goffstown and the Derryfield School.

Broncos Nearly Pull Off a Clean Sweep

by Sue LaRocheAfter losing a tough game on the road to Exeter on

Friday night, 54-45, the Lady Broncos rebounded nicely and squeaked one out against the Timberlane Owls on Tuesday, January 12, by the score of 40-37. This victory evens the Broncos record at 3-3 on the season.

Both teams started out slowly in the first quarter and Alvirne found themselves down 9-7, but good team defense and much improved shooting gave the Broncos a 21-13 lead at the half. Lucy Torres tied the score at nine in the second quarter and DJ Purcell gave Alvirne an 11-9 lead, which they would not relinquish in the quarter.

“We played some pressure team defense,” commented Coach Karen Bonney, “which made the difference in the game.”

The third quarter saw the Timberlane shooters coming out firing on all cylinders as they took a lead, 25-24, on four three-point shots. Taylor Carbone made a nice steal and passed the ball to Purcell, who made a good lead pass to Katie Donovan to give Alvirne a 29-25 lead; a lead that they would not give up for the remainder of the

contest.Timberlane was not finished, however, and they

continued to scratch and claw their way back, narrowing the lead to 39-37. Another steal, this time by Purcell with 7.8 seconds remaining, a clutch free throw by Carbone, and a key rebound by Amber Brouillette sealed the deal for the Broncos. “We bent, but we didn’t break,” Coach Bonney remarked.

Purcell led the scoring with 16 points, five steals, two rebounds and two assists, followed by Carbone with eight points, three rebounds, one blocked shot, and one steal. Donovan had seven points, three rebounds, four blocked shots, and one steal, and Maya Defosses chipped in with four points and two rebounds.

The junior varsity squad had a phenomenal performance by Jess Underwood as she tossed in 21 points and hauled down many rebounds. Catherine Fernandes added 11 points to give Alvirne a 48-31 victory. The Lady Broncos will be on the road on Friday, January 15, taking on Manchester Central, and will be home on Thursday, January 21, to take on Nashua North.

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Lowell Takes Two of Three AgainThe Lowell Devils took two out of three decisions for the

second straight week, but fell into third place in the Atlantic Division. Playing their first-ever regular season game at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, the Devils skated past the Hartford Wolf Pack, 3-2, on Wednesday. Lowell fell, 3-2, in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday, but rebounded with a 3-2 victory at Binghamton on Saturday. Now owning a record of 23-15-3-0, the idle Devils saw the Worcester Sharks leapfrog into second place in the standings on Sunday.

Lowell prepares this week for its second four-game, five-day stretch of the season. The Devils open on Tuesday in Portland before returning home to face the Syracuse Crunch on Wednesday. Lowell heads north on Friday to take on the Manchester Monarchs and then hosts the Pirates on Saturday afternoon at the Tsongas Arena.Rewind:

Wednesday, Devils 3 vs. Wolf Pack 2Nick Palmieri scored twice, including the game-winner with

59.3 seconds left in regulation, to help Lowell defeat Hartford, 3-2, at the Prudential Center. Matt Taormina’s power play goal and Palmieri’s first of the game came over a span of four minutes early in the second period. Paul Crowder and Dale Weise knotted the score in the third for the Wolf Pack before Palmieri beat Steve Valiquette for the game winner.

Jeff Frazee made 28 saves in the win.Friday, Devils 2 vs. Penguins 3Dustin Jeffrey’s go-ahead goal with 2:07 left in regulation

gave the Penguins a 3-2 victory over the Devils at the Wachovia Arena at Casey Plaza. After Stephen Gionta had put Lowell ahead by one at 7:33 of the third, Eric Tangradi knotted the score on the power play less than five minutes later. Ben Walter and Konstantin Pushkarev traded goals in the first period for the Devils and Penguins, respectively.

Saturday, Devils 3 vs. Senators 2Mike McKenna turned aside 47 shots - including all 25 he

faced in the third period - as Lowell edged Binghamton, 3-2, at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena. Michael Swift broke a scoreless tie 53 seconds into the second, while Nathan Perkovich made it a two-goal lead at 5:31 on the power play. Patrick Davis provided the eventual game-winner with six minutes left before the second intermission. Brandon Svendsen twice pulled the Senators within a goal with his first multi-goal game of the year. Around the Horns:

The Devils’ 22-15-3-0 record at the halfway point of the season schedule was an all-time franchise best…Friday’s loss to Wilkes-Barre was Lowell’s first in regulation when scoring first on the road (7-1-1-1) … Lowell ended Binghamton’s streak of nine straight games scoring a power play goal … The Devils were outshot 54-20 in third period over three games last week ... Lowell has the second-best first period goal differential in the AHL at +17 (42-27) … Matt Taormina leads

all AHL rookies and defensemen with 19 power play points (6g-13a) … Mike McKenna stopped a team season high 47 shots on Saturday, including a league season best 25 in the third period.Coming Up:

The Devils face the Pirates for the fourth and fifth meetings in the eight-game season series. Portland is currently tied for fifth place in the Atlantic Division with a record of 19-14-5-2. First-year pro Tyler Ennis (12g-26a) is tied with Mark Mancari (17g-21a) for the team lead with 38 points, while also ranking second among AHL rookies in scoring. Mancari is on a five-game point streak that has seen him post five goals and five assists. The Devils are 1-1-1-0 this season against the Pirates.

Syracuse comes to town on Wednesday for the first-ever contest between the Devils and Crunch. Syracuse has recorded points in six of its last seven games (4-1-1-1), but remains in seventh place in the East Division at 14-19-3-3. The Crunch are 1-0-0-2 against the Atlantic Division this season with their lone win coming at home against Hartford on November 21. Syracuse has the AHL’s worst defense at 3.67 goals allowed per game.

Lowell renews its rivalry with Manchester on Friday at the Verizon Wireless Arena. The Devils took a 3-2 lead in the season series with a 5-2 win in Manchester on New Year’s Eve. The Monarchs sit in first place in the division standings and have one of the league’s best home records at 15-4-0-2. Two of Manchester’s four losses at home have come at the hands of the Devils. Lowell is 10-6-0-2 all-time on the road versus Manchester.

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“Thumbs down, all the way down to a neighbor who gets social security because he supposedly can’t work because he is disabled. I wish I was as unable to work as you, out plowing in a newly bought truck, wait… isn’t plowing a job??? Oh, I’m sorry for being hateful. Well, gotta go to work now to support my family and you for next month.”

“Thumbs up to the lady at Rite-Aid who gave me stamps when I had asked if there were any at the counter. True Christmas spirit...Happy New Year to you and your family.”

“Thumbs down to the Litchfield police officer who on the morning of Dec 1st at 5 AM ran the red light at Hudson TrueValue. Where could cruiser 7 have been going that it was so urgent, the fire station? Hmmmm…”

“Thumbs down: To the Hudson Police Department. One of you’re officers confiscated my wallet out of a friends car over 3 months ago. I have left numerous messages and have visited the department several times in an effort to get it back but have been denied. So much for serving the public.”

“Thumbs down to Musquash Road speedway. Slow down!”

“Thumbs up to the Library Street School Holiday play. When my 2nd grader heard me talking about the ‘thumbs down’ last week regarding no Christmas songs in the play, she looked at me and said, “but Mom, not everyone celebrates Christmas!” If a 2nd grader understands that, why can’t everyone else?”

“Thumbs up to Library Street School for giving out tickets to this year’s Holiday Play instead of letting it be a stampede like last year. It was so nice not to have people screaming at each other about saved seats and who was there first and who was standing or sitting. The school administration made an excellent decision, and with three shows available, everyone had a chance to see the kids sing!”

“Thumbs up to the blonde cart-shagger working at Market Basket on Saturday night the 26th of December. I drove off and left my water on the bottom of my cart. When I drove back to the store he was out getting carts I asked him if he had seen it. He told me he had found it and brought it back into the store. His parents and the store manager should be very proud of him he was very polite and helpful to me. Thank you very much.”

“Thumbs up. Lets hope certain people decide to slow down their vehicles through residential neighborhoods as a new years resolution. We understand you want to act busy and rush everywhere but that wont be an acceptable explanation if something goes wrong.”

“Thumbs up for always opening your doors to the neighborhood children! We are very grateful and hope others recognize it as well. Nice to see adults putting children ahead of themselves which seems to be a rarity around here.”

“Thumbs up to McQuesten Farm, Noel’s Tree Farm and the Litchfield Clerk’s Office for helping the LMS PTO sell their Christmas Ornaments during the month of December. It was much appreciated.”

“Thumbs up to Dr. Dan’s pet hospital for helping us with our sick kitty when our regular vet would not. We are very thankful for Dr. Dan’s honesty, compassion and caring. You will be our vet for all my other animals from now on. Thanks again.”

“Thumbs up to Mrs. C. and the Alvirne Guidance team. Your help in the college app process this year has been indispensable. You do an awesome job adeptly handling hundreds of kids and always go the extra mile. Kudos and Thank you!”

“Thumbs down to SOHO on New Years Eve! After calling two hours in advance, I still had to wait for over an hour and a half in the lobby. When I would ask about my order, I would be told it was ‘processing.’ People who had called a day in advance still had to wait! You should be more prepared on one of the busiest nights of the year.”

“Thumbs up to all of my family, friends and co-workers who helped to make the Christmas season a little brighter for my family and I. Your kindness and generosity touched us. I hope to be able to pay it forward in 2010, and hope that it

is an amazing year for all of you! Thanks again.”

“Thumbs down to all of those who foolishly voted for Obama. Do yourself a favor. Google the video of Nancy Pelosi when she was asked by a reporter about Candidate Obama’s promise to put the debate on national health care on C-SPAN so all Americans could see what was being negotiated. You’ll see her laughing at the reporter and saying, ‘He believed in a lot of other things during the campaign, too.’ She laughing at you folks, not with you.”

“Thumbs down to the person who stole my daughters IPOD Touch out of her backpack in the halls of Hudson Memorial School on Wednesday January 6th! You should be ashamed of yourself! Please return it.”

“Thumbs down to the committee on the straw vote on over a 3 million dollar raise, are you kidding me! What planet are you on! Do you just throw it on the ballot and hope it goes through on a goof! Taxpayers are over assessed now and you want more! Call the HPD because we are getting Robbed!”

“Thumbs down to the town of Hudson for allowing a Junkyard to operate on Derry Street (RT #102) across from True-Value). The place looks like a dump with junk cars being hauled in daily! Where are they being stored? In the woods? What about the oil spills? Funny this can continue to operate but the man with the fence on Burns Hill Road is being brought before the selectmen! Something is wrong with this picture!”

“Thumbs up to Connie & Gary. Thanks for the Xmass present! She’s up and flying! Many, Many Thanks, Robert & Jim. I was waiting for warm weather, but decided it wasn’t coming anytime soon. Burrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!”

“Thumbs up to the LPD and the free entertainment they provide. Instead of watching Reno 911 on TV I can just watch you guys in action. Keep up the good work boys.”

“Thumbs down to the house by the cornfield on Charles Bancroft Hwy. There are several unused vehicles tossed about. How about keeping your property clean and removing those unused cars (PLEASE). It makes our town look trashy when less than a half-mile into town there’s a junk yard.”

“Thumbs down to that individual complaining about the stop signs put up for the footpath on Albuquerque. I for one have been walking on these paths for sometime and have always found it difficult to come to a complete stop when approaching the intersecting streets. Now, with the stop signs, and let us not forget to mention the signs warning you that a stop sign is coming up, I am able shorten my stride in time to insure I can come to a safe and complete stop, allowing me to look both ways. Thanks for keeping me safe and spending my tax money wisely.”

“Thumbs down to complaining about Litchfield’s bike path. This path is a great place to walk dogs and use sidewalk toys. Transportation

cyclists using it at normal (15-20 MPH) speed endanger themselves (and anyone they encounter); they don’t belong there. Federal (TEA) funds (requiring that it comply with AASHTO guidelines) were used (misappropriated??) when building this recreational path. The (unsafe) stop signs are only one of the many non-compliance issues related to this project. Maybe the Road Agent will get them removed. We certainly don’t want to involve NHDOT (or the feds). The town could be forced to return all federal funding or spend the money (millions??) to make this project compliant. All new construction (and improvements) should be required to meet current federal standards to prevent this problem’s recurrence. http://www.sccrtc.org/bikes/AASHTO_1999_BikeBook.pdf”

“Thumbs up to the Campbell High School Boys Varsity Basketball team for a great tournament at the Chick-Fil-A Christmas tournament. You did Class M proud.”

“Thumbs down to the Campbell High School Boys Varsity Basketball coaches. Having just the seniors accept the Chick-Fil-A Christmas tournament trophy and only the seniors be in the picture is a slap to the rest of the team. The whole team got them to the finals, not just the seniors. An opportunity like that doesn’t come around often - beating Class L teams to get to the finals against Maine’s defending Class L champ. The whole team deserved the recognition. Bad choice for the coaches to allow just the seniors to get it.“

“Thumbs down to the Hudson Zoning Board. The people of our community are powerless to their tyranny. Even lawyers are unwilling to take on our cases, because they say the Hudson government is too crazy. We need to change our selectmen and revamp our ZBA board, these people have been in power far too long. Seabury and Jasper and the rest of them need to go! People volunteer and vote, it’s the only way to get them out.”

“Thumbs down to the ‘thumbs down’ regarding protesting the Capital gun ban. Reading the 2nd Amendment, where is there any mention of limitations or restrictions due to location? There is none. It does however, include both ‘Milita’ and ‘the people’ specifically. In addition, if you google the NH Constitution you see that Article 2-a, titled ‘The Bearing of Arms’ states the following ‘All persons have the right to keep and bear arms in defense of themselves, their families, their property and the state.’ Your Ignorance is as stunning as

your partisan zeal for bondage.”

“Thumbs down, way down to the Hudson Fire Fighter driving the rig New Years Eve Day at approximately 1pm. Not only did you endanger the public with your stunt, you showed how unprofessional most of the men and women of the town Hudson public service really are. When driving up Wason during the afternoon snow storm the road was pretty slippery because it wasn’t plowed; I heard sirens and saw lights behind me and thought great, how am I going to pull over safely on this windy road, I looked in my rear-view mirror and noticed I had a few seconds to spare and drove on to the nearest straightaway I could so if there were any oncoming vehicles they wouldn’t have to try and avoid hitting the fire truck head on. Sure enough after I had pulled over and the fire truck passed there was an oncoming vehicle. As I proceeded up Wason I was approaching the intersection of Musquash and Burns Hill, as I took my left onto Burns Hill I noticed that same fire truck pulled in front of the Burns Hill Fire Station! I want to know what your emergency to get back to the station was? Was your chili burning or was it shift change. I hope your chief reads this and disciplines you. You could have caused a significant accident. I work for an ambulance company and our staff is told lights and sirens are for an emergency, not to rush back to the station. You sir should be ashamed of yourself.”

“Thumbs down to the inconsiderate snowmobilers on Patricia Drive who think it’s okay to ride through people’s yards. It’s actually quite rude!”

“Thumbs up to the Hudson Fire Department for running the Christmas tree pickup fundraiser again this year. They even waited for me to bring the tree out to them when I forgot to put it outside in the yard for the pickup.”

“Thumbs up and thank you to everyone who recycled their eye glasses. With your help Lions Clubs International collected 11,687,646 used

eyeglasses for distribution to areas of need around the world in 2008-2009.”

“Thumbs up to the town trying to recruit the basketball player from LMS. Take him, he only talks about how crappy his Coach is, and how crappy his school team is. And he yaps about how he will ‘teach’ the players at CHS how to really play basketball when he gets there, please do the town a favor recruit him.”

“Thumbs up to the Hudson lunch ladies and gentlemen. Your kindness and smiles and the extra mile you go to decorate means a lot to the staff here and all our children. This is the best lunch staff that Hudson Memorial has ever had. Your bosses should be very proud of you we are here too.”

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Amanda recently received her bachelor’s degree from Plymouth State University and was formerly employed with the Nashua Children’s Home as a counselor. She enjoyed snowboarding and loved

hiking, especially along the Welch-Dickey Mountain Trail. Besides her loving parents survivors include a sister, Caitlin

LaBrie of Hudson; her maternal grandparents, Roger and Marilyn Poulin of Auburn, ME; a paternal grandmother, Frances LaBrie of Fort Kent, ME; aunts and uncles, Roger Poulin, Jr., Tim and Tina Goss, Brigitte Poulin, Claudia and Mal Stephens, and Andre and Megan LaBrie; her significant other, Chris Langlois of Milford; as well as her beloved dog, “Ollie.”

Services were held in the Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Home and Blessed John XXIII Parish at St. John the Evangelist Church. The family encourages donations be made in Amanda’s loving memory to the Nashua Children’s Home, 125 Amherst St., Nashua, NH 03064.

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She was born November 16, 1926, in Stockton Springs, ME, daughter of the late Orville and Mabel (West) Simpson. She was also predeceased by a son, David Holmes, in 1984.

Gertrude was the loving wife of James W. Holmes of Hudson with whom she shared 60 years of marriage. She was a nurse for several local doctors as well as a nurse at the former Memorial Hospital in Nashua. She enjoyed gardening and loved working on jig saw puzzles.

Besides her loving husband survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Stephen and Karen Holmes of Hudson, and James E. and Carla Holmes of Concord; a daughter and a son-in-law, Deborah and Paul Campelia of Deerfield; five grandchildren, Craig Holmes of Nashua, Amanda Holmes of Londonderry, Brian Campelia of Dover, Ben Campelia of Deerfield, and Nathan Holmes of Tacoma, WA; three great-grandchildren, Craig, Alyx, and Mason; and a brother and a sister-in-law, Edward and Betty Jane Simpson of Damariscotta, ME.

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Town of HudsonFiling Period for Town Election

The filing period for the March 9, 2010 Town Election will open on Wednesday, January 20th and will close on Friday, January 29th at 5:00 PM.

Anyone interested in declaring Candidacy for the following positions must do so at the Town Clerk’s Office, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Town Clerk’s Office will also be open late every Thursday until 7:00 p.m. and will remain open on Friday, January 29th until 5:00 p.m. per RSA 652:20. The following is a list of open positions:

Position # of Positions Term Selectman 2 3-year terms Budget Committee 3 3-year terms Budget Committee 1 1-year term Cemetery Trustee 1 3-year term Code of Ethics 2 3-year term Code of Ethics 1 2-year term Code of Ethics 1 1-year term Library Trustee 2 3-year term Moderator 1 2-year term Supervisor of the Checklist 1 6-year term Supervisor of the Checklist 1 2-year term Trustees of the Trust Funds 1 3-year term

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Hudson School DistrictPublic Notice

The filing period for the March 9, 2010 School District Election will open on Wednesday, January 20th and will close on Friday, January 29th at 5:00 pm.Anyone interested in declaring Candidacy for the following positions must do so at the Town Clerk’s Office, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. The Town Clerk’s Office will also be open late every Thursday until 7:00 pm and will remain open on Friday, January 29th until 5:00 pm per RSA 652:20. The following is a list of open positions:

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School Board 2 3-year term Moderator 1 1-year term Clerk 1 1-year term Treasurer 1 1-year term

Town of HudsonPublic Meeting

January 27, 2010

The Town of Hudson Planning Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the “Community Development Conference Room” at Town Hall. The following items will be on the agenda:

I. CALL TO ORDER BY CHAIRPERSON AT 7:00 P.M.II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEIII. ROLL CALLIV. SEATING OF ALTERNATESV. ELECTION OF OFFICERS

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VII. CASES REQUESTED FOR DEFERRALVIII. CORRESPONDENCEIX. PERFORMANCE SURETIESX. ZBA INPUT ONLY

XI. OLD BUSINESS/PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Bockes Road Proposed Retail Develop. Map 145/Lot 001 SP# 04-09 1 Bockes Road Purpose of plan: Construction of a 12,800 square foot single-story multi-tenant retail building with associated access driveway, paved parking, drainage, landscaping and lighting improvements. Hearing Deferred Date Specific from the November 18, 2009 Planning Board Meeting.

XII. DESIGN REVIEW PHASEXIII. CONCEPTUAL REVIEW ONLYXIV. NEW BUSINESS/PUBLIC HEARINGS

XV. OTHER BUSINESS. A. Permit Application for a temporary second driveway. 14 Hartson Circle Map 154/Lot 014 Reference memo dated 01-12-10 from Gary Webster, Town Engineer, to John Cashell, Town Planner. B. Review the Institution of a Formal Procedure for Reviewing Excavation Permits.C. Develop a 2010 Action Agenda for Amendments to Zoning, Site Plan and Subdivision Regulations.

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All plans and applications are available for review in the Planning Office. Comments may be submitted in writing until 10:00 a.m. on the Tuesday prior to the day of the meeting.

The public is invited to attend.John M. Cashell, Town Planner

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8:05 a.m. Assist Hudson Fire Department, Timothy Lane. 8:54 a.m. Disturbance, Old Derry Road, arrested juvenile, 17, Criminal Threatening, Intimidation; Criminal Mischief, Vandalism. 9:33 a.m. Disturbance, Melendy Road. 11:03 a.m. Sex offenses. 11:18 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Central Street and Chase Street. 11:33 a.m. Serve warrant, Panther Drive, arrested Tiffany Routhier, 23, Nashua, Theft. 2:10 p.m. Motor vehicle stop, Lowell Road, arrested Dawn Marie Wilkins, 31, Nashua, Bench Warrant. 9:09 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Central Street. 9:45 p.m. Motor vehicle stop, Central Street and Melendy Road, arrested Paul Norman Bathrick, 24, Driving After Revocation or Suspension, Warrant Arrest, Not in Possession. 11:47 p.m. Serve warrant, Ferry Street, arrested Branden Zane, 20, Hudson, Arrest on a Warrant, Bench Warrant; arrested Allissa, Ayers, 20, Hudson, Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution.Thursday, January 7: Motor vehicle stop, Derry Street and Haverhill Road, arrested Sarah Wright, 27, Nashua, Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of Controlled/Narcotic Drugs. 6:39 a.m. Motor vehicle stop, Derry Street. 11:32 a.m. Serve warrant, Musquash Road, arrested Jesse L. Hill, 29, Hudson, Bench Warrant. 2:03 p.m. Serve Warrant, Constitution Drive, arrested Daniel Zaharchuk, 18, Hudson, Conduct After an Accident, 11:52 p.m. Motor vehicle stop, Pelham Road and Lowell Road, arrested Celeste Ann Bolduc, 43, Sandown, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, Speed.Friday, January 8: 2:05 a.m. Motor vehicle stop, Derry Street and Elm Avenue, arrested Alexander Paul Blow, 23, Nashua, Possession

of Controlled/Narcotic Drugs. 2:08 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Wason Road and Musquash Road, arrested Evan Harris Miller, 26, Burlington, MA, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated. 10:54 a.m. Theft/forgery/fraud, Elaine Street. 4:25 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Winnhaven Drive. 5:42 p.m. Serve warrant, Willow Creek Drive, arrested juvenile, 16, Operating Without a Valid License, Taking Without Owner Consent. 6:49 p.m. Serve warrant, Roosevelt Avenue. 9:58 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Wason Road. 11:59 p.m. Motor vehicle stop, Central Street, arrested Vincent Denufrio, 57, Hudson, Driving While Intoxicated, Yellow Line.Saturday, January 9: 12:36 a.m. Motor vehicle stop, Sagamore Bridge and Lowell Road, arrested Mark Ledoux, 45, Hudson, Driving While Intoxicated. 10:04 a.m. Assist Hudson Fire Department, Applewood Drive. 11:36 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Lowell Road. 12:26 p.m. Theft/forgery/fraud, Derry Street, arrested Wesley Forden Pratt, 38, Methuen, MA, Bench Warrant; James Carter, 43, Lawrence, MA, Bench Warrant, Shoplifting. 4:27 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Philbrick Street. 5:29 p.m. Theft/forgery/fraud, Lowell Road. 10:18 p.m. Serve Warrant, arrested Ryan Perkins, 23, Nashua, Conduct After an Accident, 11:02 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Central Street and Hudson Park Drive, arrested Annette Dicomandrea, 43, Hudson, Driving While Intoxicated, Yellow Line.Sunday, January 10: 3:07 a.m. Disturbance, Burns Hill Road, arrested Ernest Weldman, 20, Lowell, MA, Criminal Trespass, Disorderly Conduct. 8:55 a.m. Theft/forgery/fraud, Ferry Street.

1:08 p.m. Theft/forgery/fraud, Derry Street. 3:02 p.m. Assist Hudson Fire Department, Lowell Road. 8:42 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Sagamore Bridge.

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The Broncos handed the Exeter Blue Hawks a 64-48 defeat in front of a packed house on Friday, January 8, to bring their record to 2-1 in NHIAA Class L play. Alvirne jumped out to an 11-8 first quarter lead, but allowed Exeter back in the game in the second quarter. With 2:09 remaining in the half, Alvirne was down 21-18 when Tony Beaulieu hit a three-pointer to tie the game. Shortly thereafter, Caleb Donnelly sunk the first of his three three-pointers to give Alvirne the lead, 24-21. John Baldwin provided a spark off the bench as he played some hustle defense and created three turnovers, giving the Broncos an opportunity to take a 27-21 lead at the half.

“We got a great effort from the bench on Friday,” complimented Coach Kevin Bonney. “I thought Tony (Beaulieu), Harry (Everett), Jon (Baldwin), Nick (Goldsack), and David (Skinner) gave us some quality minutes,” he continued.

The Broncos never again lost the lead, but Exeter made it interesting as they came to within six points in the third quarter. The Broncos heeded a wake-up call by Coach Kevin Bonney, and took a

49-36 lead going into the final quarter of play.

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the Blue Hawks to claw back into the contest, again closing the gap to only seven points. Coach Bonney’s time-out with 2:19 remaining snapped the Broncos back to life and saw Alvirne score 10 easy points off some key assists from Cody Lambert and Sean Moyen. “I like how we closed out the game in the final two minutes,” noted Bonney.

Donnelly led the Broncos with 22 points, two rebounds, and two assists, followed by Joe O’Hearn with 12 points, five rebounds, one steal, and two assists. Skinner added 10 points and four rebounds and Moyen added eight points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal.

The boys’ junior varsity squad took a 63-53 loss. Jimmy Tomaswick led the JV squad with 13 points while Sean Dunn added 12 points. The Broncos will be in action again on Friday, January 15, when they take on Manchester Central.

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Campbell Boys’ Basketball Earns Road Victory at Pelham

submitted By Kim MarchandNew England Gymnastics Training Center

(NEGTC) boy’s teams started the competition season off at the Legends Holiday Invite, December 12 and 13. NEGTC was one of 13 gyms competing at this event. The Level 4 team placed second for the Team Trophy, taking first place in both pommel horse and vault events. This was the first competition for most of this year’s Level 4s. The boys from Hudson scored as follows:

Level 4: Robert Doucet received ninth place with an all-around score of 79.300. He received 13.100 on floor, 8.400 on pommel, 14.400 on rings, 15.300 (second place) on vault, 13.800 (15th) on parallel bars, and 14.300 (13th) on high bar.

Level 5: Ian Christiansen, in the 8-9 age group, earned an all-around score of 82.100. He received a 13.400 on floor, 12.8 on pommel horse, 13.8 on rings, 14.8 (14th) on vault, 13.4 on parallel bars, and 13.9 on high bar.

Cole Marchand placed seventh in the all-around with 84.500. He received a 14.700 (seventh place) on floor, 12.700 on pommel, 13.700 on rings, 15.100 (ninth, tie) on vault, 14.200 on parallel bars, and 14.100 (15th, tie) on high bar.

Cameron Lister, in the 10-11 age group, scored 79.200 in the all-around. He received a 11.500 on floor, 13.8 on pommel horse (14th, tie), 13.9 on rings, 14.1 on vault, 12.800 on parallel bars, and 13.1 on high bar.

Level 6: Colton Rice, in the 12-plus age group, placed seventh in the all-around with a score of 73.000. He scored 9.100 on floor (17th), 12.200 on pommel horse (13th), 12.4 on rings (15th), 13.7 on vault (16th), 11.800 on parallel bars (14th), and 13.8 on high bar (10th).

Congratulations to all the boys and their coaches for a fantastic start to the new season. The boys are coached by Jacob Pitts, Tony Cariello, Barry Rogers, and Francisco Siveira.

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by Chris WhiteThe Campbell boys’ basketball team entered what Pelham fans call

“The Snake Pit” Tuesday night to play their interclass rival, the Pelham Pythons. Coming into the game, the Pythons owned a 64-1 record at home in previous combined seasons, but the aura of Pelham’s home gym did not phase the Cougars. Campbell got off to a fast start and executed well against the Pythons. After building a 64-42 lead by the end of the third quarter, the Cougars were able to sustain Pelham’s final run and earn an 83-75 victory on the Pythons’ home floor. The Cougars are the second team in recent history to defeat Pelham at home.

“This is a great win for our program,” Campbell coach Pat Roye said. “To go into the gym of one of the best programs in New Hampshire and beat them on their own floor is a great tribute to our players’ hard work and dedication.”

A major key to Campbell’s success at Pelham was the team’s ability

to share the ball and play good defense. The Cougar defense kept Pelham’s two main players, Stephen Spirou and Mike Lombard, in check throughout the game. Even though Spirou amassed 28 points, Campbell made him work for it.

When Pelham started to go on its run in the fourth, the Cougars regrouped and found a way to execute in the final minutes of the game. As a team, they showed a lot of poise down the stretch as they kept the ball moving in the offense and made their free throws.

Josh Morgan led all Campbell scorers and tied Pelham’s Spirou for a game-high 28 points. Bobby Frappier had a good all-around game

with 19 points, six rebounds, and five assists. Shawn Henriquez was also a solid contributor for the Cougars as he gathered 15 points and dished out six assists. Jacob Lang provided some steady play down low along the baseline while Kiel Canada gave the team some good guard play out on the perimeter. All five players helped the team on both offense and defense.

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by Chris WhiteThe Campbell girls’ basketball team defeated

Pelham at home Tuesday night by a score of 61-45. The Cougars played hard from the start and managed to pull away from the Pythons as the game progressed. It was a close game early on as Campbell was only able to muster a 16-10 advantage by the end of the first quarter. The Cougars scored 17 points to Pelham’s seven in the second, however, and had accumulated a 16-point lead at halftime.

Campbell started off the second half strong and managed to extend its lead. The Cougars didn’t let up as they outscored the Pythons by nine points in the third frame. At the beginning of the fourth, the Cougars held a 25-point advantage. The Pythons cut the lead down a little bit, but the Cougars coasted to an easy victory.

Kristen Hrubowchak led the scoring for Campbell with a game-high 29 points. Becca Arnone was the only other Cougar to reach double figures as she tallied 10 points. Guard Liz Pettis contributed five points while Shannon Savard added four to the scoring total.

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