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Charlie Brown

Im out plowing the storm last night, December 17-18, and I drive past the town common about midnight. Much to my surprise, Snoopy has moved into Hudson and made his home on the top of the doghouse in the common. I called out on the radio to ask if any of my guys had seen him or knew where he had come from. Everyone answered no. I got out and took a picture of Snoopy sleeping with the American ag in the background. There were very fresh footprints in the snow, I suspect from Charlie Brown and Linus. LOL! Anyway, someone did this and did a very nice job. I think it looks great. If you run this story, mention the very surprised road agent says, Thank you, Charlie Brown.

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Brayden Murphy, 2, of Hudson. At the Murphy Family, Christmas tradition starts early in life.

Gingerbread Houses at Aaron Cutler Memorial Library

First place ages 6-8: By Sarah Hart and Matthew Hart

First place ages 9-12: Tree house by Grace Theberge

Grand Prize Winner: Hagrids Hut by Kerri Antosca

First Place ages 3-5: By Nathan Green

First Place Adult entry: replica of Aaron Cutler Library by Chris Chew

Contest winners:
Age 3-5 - Nathan Green Age 6-8 - Sarah Hart and Matthew Hart Age 9-12 - Grace Theberge

Teen - Michael Bardwell Adult - Chris Chew Family - The Theberge family Grand prize - Hagrids Hut by Kerri Antosca

staff photos by Gloria Lavoie

by Gloria Lavoie Families had fun creating unique houses and structures using whatever sweets and treats they could muster. Litchelds Aaron Cutler Memorial Library encouraged their participants to enter into one of six categories in the librarys annual holiday gingerbread contest. All entries were made of edible materials and were judged on creativity and neatness. Entries included adorable replicas of the 1924 library; built with gingerbread, pretzels, peppermint candies and coconut. There were princess

castles, tree houses, cottages and a train. There was no shortage of creativity; an ice cream cone was used for a pine tree and pretzel rods were used for a ladder to a rst place tree house entry. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library group, this contest was a fun and sweet smelling way to welcome the holidays at the historic library. There are 19 gingerbread houses on display in the childrens room until December 28.

First Place Family entry: library replica by The Theberge Family

Shirley Nadeau, Maker of Memories

by Laurie Jasper Shirley attended St. down at the farm. The crew isnt Its safe to say that if you dont know Vincents Nursing as big as it used to be, and we Hudsons Shirley Nadeau, you know School in Worcester, are all a lot older, but Shirley is someone who does. For over 50 years, MA. A nursing school always there when were haying, Shirley has made Hudson her home. classmate introduced making sure everyone has plenty While most people her age may be Shirley to her cousin, of water and drinks, thirty ve retired, Shirley has not even begun Emery Nadeau. years later, Shawn said. to slow down as she continues to do Shirley and her (now Son Emery Nadeau said, whatever she can to help people and former) husband My mother always has to have create memories. She loves her job at Emery married in something to do. She has always Checkers Restaurant at Alvirne High 1961 and she moved been a busy person. She was School, a position she has held since to the Nadeau farm always there for us, helping us 1995. Prior to that, she worked in in Hudson. They as kids, and she still is. She has Alvirnes cafeteria. She also loves to have three children: weekly Sunday suppers for all volunteer at many town events, such Lori, Emery and of us, unless she is busy at the as the annual Santa Claus visit at the Elizabeth and now six school, and she is at the Alvirne community center following the Library grandchildren. While barn at least ve afternoons a Park tree lighting event and the Hudson the children were week. She is always washing Historical Societys food booth at the growing up, Shirley the walls and windows and annual Old Home Days weekend. worked part-time as sweeping. Sometimes she feeds Shirley and her grandchildren: Front row, from left are Shirley (Craig) Nadeau was born on a visiting nurse, and the calves, donkeys and sheep Mikaela Houle, Samantha Nadeau and Colton Houle. June 20, 1938, the oldest of four children would later become a and gives hay to the cows and Back row, from left are Renee Boucher, Emery Nadeau, to Joseph and Blanche Craig. She had private duty nurse, in sometimes grain. She enjoys Shirley Nadeau and Devan Boucher. three younger brothers and grew up in addition to working on volunteering. continued to page 8- Nadeau Sturbridge, MA. Shirley said her mother the farm. Shirley also was Mrs. Sturbridge. My mother was volunteered with school and activities, such Shirley Nadeau, relaxing for a moment busy all her life, she was a Girl Scout as FFA. Everybody in the FFA called Shirley leader, ran a youth center, hosted many Ma, she was everybodys mother. She has talent shows and was president of the always been like a second mother to me, In order to allow our employees seniors. She was also a gifted quilter and seamstress, recalled recalled Shawn Jasper, of his lifelong neighbor. There was always time to enjoy the holidays, the Shirley. a big crew of kids at the Nadeau farm, wed all pitch in and work I do remember I was always active, always working. I had a haying and Shirley would always cook and bring us cold drinks. Area News Group will not be paper route growing up for years, my brothers did, too, and when Wed all have dinner then took turns doing the dishes in shifts. She publishing on December 27. the Grange needed a piano player, I did that as well, said Shirley. always made her house welcoming to all of us kids, said Shawn. Submissions for the January 3rd Continued Shirley, I remember going to high school every Shirley loves baseball, and I remember during the World Series, paper will be due on or before morning and bringing my sheet music to school and wed play and wed all watch at her house and throw the baseball around the living December 30. sing in the cafeteria before school. Can you imagine that now? room, and that was okay with Shirley, Shawn continued. Now Thank you. After graduating from Tantasqua Regional High School in Sturbridge, that (her son) Emery is Alvirnes farm manager, Shirley is always

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As the Area News Group takes a break to allow everyone time with their families and friends, we will be back in your homes on January 3rd. While we ponder the words of Norman Vincent Peale, Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful, we open the door to thank our readers and advertisers for their support of our publications over the many years we have come to your homes. Paul Sherer reminds us that, God walked down the stairs of heaven with a baby in his arms, which truly makes Christmas important. Len Lathrop Publisher

A Special Treat for Hudson Seniors

by Lori A. Bowen, Hudson Senior Services Coordinator Let it snow! How beautiful the snow is on the trees and the ground. This is why we live in New Hampshire, for the changing of the seasons. Enjoy it while it lasts, soon it will be so hot we will be in the air conditioning. The new senior center looks wonderful with all the snow on the roof. We are so glad that the building is buttoned up a little so the workers can continue to make progress. We are all rooting for you! Thank you to all those out there shoveling and plowing, keeping the roads and walkways safe. We are all grateful for your time and energy helping those that are unable to shovel and clean up the snow. There is a questionnaire available weekdays at the community center and online on the town website at www.hudsonnh.gov - you can drop it off at the community center during the week or bring it by the recreation ofce any day. This is a great way to share ideas and let Lori know she is on the right track! Welcome to our new coffee club attendees, we are so glad you have joined us and we look forward to a great new year of discussions! Thank you to the Girls Scouts for coming last Thursday to play and have fun arts and crafts with us. We hope you will do it again soon! The seniors have been invited to attend the University of Massachusetts-Lowell home opener this Saturday. If you would like to go, contact Lori at 594-1155 and leave a message. The game starts at 2 p.m. and we would love for you and your families to join us. Remember to always treat people fairly and dont judge them on their actions and behavior too harshly. You never know what someone is dealing with, or the situation that created the person before you. We had an interesting discussion this week at coffee club, talking about the ways the world has changed as far as respecting the motor vehicle. Our former and current bus driver companions were commenting on how the standard used to be one vehicle then the opposite side had a turn and back and forth to empty the lanes. Sadly, it is not that way anymore. Everyone seems to be in such a rush to get in front of the school bus, the slow car that is driving the real speed limit and anyone else on the road in the way. Even the other day following a funeral procession, vehicles were trying to get past and around. How sad that the world is in such a hurry that we have lost the respect for our fellow drivers. Remember, a little courtesy goes a long way. I want to wish everyone happy holidays, and I wish you all a wonderful New Year! For the Kitchen This past weekend my husbands uncle asked if I was a good cook, and what my specialty was. I wasnt able to give him the answer right away as I had to think about all the things I like to bake and cook. Then my husband reminded me of this recipe and how much we enjoy it at our house. It can from my mother and I have added a little to it but the results are the same, wonderful! This is the perfect time of year for it too. I hope you enjoy it, and Uncle Dave, this is my specialty, at least for this week! 2 cans cream of celery soup 2 cans cream of potato soup 1 pound of bacon - maple is awesome 1 Vidalia onion, chopped or minced 2 jars clam juice 6-8 cans clams, drained half gallon 1/2 and 1/2 2 tablespoons Mrs. Dash 1 teaspoon of pepper smidge of thyme You can also add butter.

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submitted by Kevin Burns, Road Agent, Town of Hudson Arrangements have been made with Pinard Waste for extra curbside recycling at Christmas. Pinard has agreed that for the next ten collection days for recyclables after December 25, an additional laborer will be added to the recycling truck. Residents will be allowed to stack all of their cardboard on the ground outside of their blue cart, cut to a manageable size, and this worker will hand load it. Residents will be able save their blue cart space for the rest of their comingled recycling. Eliminating the cardboard from the blue carts should save a lot needed space over the holidays. Pinard will not charge the Town of Hudson any additional amount for this extra collection. In summary, from Thursday, December 26, through Thursday, January 9, only on your scheduled recycling collection day, you may place your cardboard on the ground outside of your blue cart for collection.

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The Word Around Town...

Letters to our Editor
Explaining the Tea Party Movement
The Tea Party is not an organized political party, but it is a way of viewing todays governmental and financial problems. The origin of this movement is in our American history. The first Tea Party was on December 16, 1773, in Boston harbor. All the colonies were rebelling against the British control over the pricing and taxing of goods. Tea was one of these goods. Samuel Adams and a group of protesters, dressed as Indians, boarded a British vessel and dumped boxes of tea into the harbor. Sixteen months later, the first shots of the American Revolution were heard around the world. Today we face governmental controls, taxes and regulations that make King George look like an amateur. Carefully read the Declaration of Independence and compare their list of grievances to the ones we have today. People, who claim to be Tea Party members, are not in any particular political party. They are concerned citizens, fearful of the future of our great country. Unlike our early patriots, armed with tomahawks and muskets, todays Tea Party is armed with the United States Constitution. They plan to revive the principles of our founding fathers at the ballot box. For those who choose not to get involved, read the following quote by Pericles (430 BC). Just because you do not take an interest in politics doesnt mean politics wont take an interest in you! Representative Rick LeVasseur, District 37, Hudson

In My Opinion...

by Amy Sousa

My Least Favorite Holiday Tradition

by Amy Sousa This time of year is lled with so many things that I love: family, friends, eating and overeating, lights, decorations, and just plain fun. There are a few minor inconveniences that I could do without, like increased trafc and incessant e-mail advertisements for gifts that no one would want. But, my least favorite holiday tradition is Hudsons annual game of Town Employee Piata. From late November through early January, the budget committee is tasked with reviewing the department budgets and discerning whether they are scally responsible. In theory, this is an incredible opportunity to ensure that our tax dollars are being put to good use protecting both our resources and our values. Unfortunately in practice, the exercise involves stringing up our hardworking town employees and taking whacks at them in the futile attempt to get them to spit out candy. This year, as in every year before, the superintendent of schools, re chief and police chief took turns explaining why they cannot control the national healthcare crisis, why school children need computers, why its important that paramedics have medical training, and why patrol ofcers are critical to crime prevention. Of course, the questions often veer off from constitutional necessity into personal inquiry and humiliation. This year, even the recreation director took his turn taking hits below the belt. In a spirited game of Town Employee Piata, why shouldnt the chief-executive-ofcer-of-fun take it where it hurts? As we sit back and watch (or ignore) the ugliness of this holiday tradition, people who walk through re and stop bullets cant protect their own staffs from political folly. They cant provide much more than the wage of an average Walmart greeter despite the huge personal risks they take daily. Those who commit to teaching the next generation of town leaders cant get a word in edgewise because they are accused of being at the center of a Marxist plot to teach fth graders to read. In the spirit of holiday giving, maybe, just maybe, we could use the budget process as a collaborative community effort to dene our values and our vision for our towns future. Instead of thinking about how we can cut every dollar and demean town employees in the process, we could take our limited resources and invest them in what we hope to continue and what we aspire to become. Now, that would be a great holiday tradition!

Perspective
If my first semester of college in New York City has taught me anything, its that an entire world exists outside of our small town of Hudson, NH. I cant even begin to describe the types of people Ive met in the city because of how different they are from me and from each other, not only in race and ethnicity, but also in personality, beliefs and lifestyle. Being exposed to this kind of variety was a strange culture shock for me at first. Growing up in the relatively homogenized community of Hudson for most of my life, I was definitely not accustomed to a place where international students spoke freely in their native languages, where I passed by three homeless people on average on my walk to class, where activists approached me on the street on a daily basis to discuss issues they were passionate about. But perhaps a shock was just what I needed to open my mind and gain a new perspective on the people who surround me every day. I could not be more grateful for the education I have received over the past few months in what I now know as my second home. Music theory? Educational philosophy? Clarinet pedagogy? All are important topics that Ive learned from college in preparation for my future career. But accepting others, no matter how different they may be from me? Respecting the choices of my fellow human beings, even if I do not agree with them or wish to emulate them? Making a conscious effort to understand and learn from others in order to better myself as a person? I can write with full confidence that these lessons possess more value for me than anything else Ive learned in college. As we reflect on this past Christmas, its spirit of generosity and togetherness should serve as an even more pressing reminder of the responsibility we have as fellow human beings to respect, love, and take care of each other. We are all fighting our own battles; there is no need to make life harder for those who are already struggling through perpetuating a culture of oppression and hatred. Treat others with kindness and attempt to see the world according to their perspective. I promise youll be much happier for it. No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite. Nelson Mandela. Tara Hardy, Hudson

The Budget WARS Continue, Police Officer Versus Half-Mile Roadway Paving
by Len Lathrop After shots were red across each others bow, the sit-down began on Monday night in the Buxton room at Hudson Town Hall and heard across the airwave on HCTV. Where did this battle begin? On Monday December 2, after many nights of asking town department heads questions about their expenses and plans for FY15, there was a motion to reduce the budget that the selectmen presented by $629,803, which is one dollar lower than this years FY14 default budget. In the meeting on Tuesday, December 3, there was a selectman outcry of how hard everyone had worked and that there was not any wasteful spending in the budget that had passed. One selectman even declared war. He stated that after several years of zero increase budgets and the current default budget many things were getting worn out. Fast forward to this Monday. After public input from Brian Martin (former budget committee member) and Selectmen Roger Coutu, who both pointed out the error in the budget committees prior actions and votes, Coutu explained that this was not the way to do it. He pointed out that three selectmen and all town department heads were there, if there were questions that needed answers. Twenty minutes into the meeting, the operating budget was taken off the table and a motion to reconsider was made. The review began with committee member John Drabinowicz asking about the need for the ber loop, if it was needed. IT department head Lisa Nute explained that this expense was for another section of the ber information loop from the police station to the Robinson Road Fire Station which is scheduled to be open 24/7 this spring. No budget reduction action was taken relative to the ber optics loop. The next motion made by Drabinowicz was to reduce the cemetery budget from $1,200 to $600, which was then based on prior spending history. It was reduced to $400, which passed 8-3. On a 7-4 vote, $50 was removed from cemetery trustees mileage reimbursement account. Drabinowicz kept reinforcing his motion with the statement couple of hundred here and couple of hundred there, adds up to real money. Budget Vice Chairman Michael Buczynski asked about roadway paving and its cost. Selectman Chair Richard Maddox asked Hudson Road Agent Kevin Burns to answer Buczynskis questions. Burns explained that while we do not have three bidders on paving, our current provider has held their price for the past ve years. Burns advised that Hudson pays $2 less than any town in this area, with some paying $13 more. This pricing relates to the amount of supportive work that our highway department does in preparation of the roads. Most members had raised eyebrows when Burns explained that two feet of roadway in a 24-foot wide road takes one ton of material for a 3-inch thickness. Hudson used 10,000 tons in the current 30-year road replacement plan. In simple numbers, $90,000 reclaims and paves a one half-mile of roadway. Discussion ensued about how the voters had approved a warrant article and the voters want Hudson roads to be maintained and refurbished. No action was taken on this part of the budget. Police manpower was questioned by Buczynski to which Chief Jason Lavoie explained, by citing an example, that the Hudson Police Department handles 1,800 calls per ofcer while on average most New Hampshire departments address 1,400. He pointed out how this affects burnout of ofcers. The vote failed 0-11, but Buczynski pointed out that three-fourths mile of paving was equal to one ofcer. The night continued in similar fashion. The list shows the actions and their effects. A big thank you to Finance Director Kathy Carpentier for sharing.

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submitted by Bailey Urbach, Team Captain On October 24, Bailey Urbach, a member of the Hudson Fish & Game Junior Rie Team, earned the Winchester/NRA Distinguished Expert Award for 4-position smallbore rie. This is the highest level of the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualication Program. It has been the agship of NRAs training development programs since 1903. She is the fourth member of her team to earn this award since the teams inception. The courses of re in the qualication program are designed to take shooters from beginning skill levels (Pro-Marksman and Marksman) through intermediate levels (Marksman 1st Class, Sharpshooter and Expert) up to the nationally recognized skill level

and pinnacle of the program, Distinguished Expert. Bailey earned the Pro-Marksman on October 16, 2009 and the Marksman on November 13, 2009. She then earned the Marksman 1st Class on December 11, 2009, Sharpshooter on March 10, 2010 and Expert on November 24, 2012. Sharpshooter level has an additional nine bars to earn before earning the Expert level. She was presented the medal and certicate after practice by Team Director, Bill Dutton, on November 19.

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submitted by Presentation of Mary Academy, Hudson PMA students had a great time enjoying breakfast with Santa on Saturday. However, the elves back in the North Pole needed an extra hand getting toys for local organizations in the greater Nashua area. Each child that joined Santa for breakfast brought a toy to be donated to a family in need. Collectively, the children were able to send Santa back to the North Pole with 275 new toys.

Litchfield and Hudson Students Honored for First Quarter Academic Achievement
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Now until December 22 Scout Troop 21 selling Xmas trees at 104 Lowell Rd. Monday to Friday, 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Now thru Friday, January 3 The Hudson School District has established a Parent Outreach Committee in order to create a partnership between the schools and parents in our community. We are in the process of scheduling monthly events to begin in February. Your feedback is vital to our current planning stage. We kindly ask that you complete this survey by Friday, January 3: https://www.surveymonkey. com/s/SWTGGX8. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Parent Outreach Committee, contact Jeanne Saunders, Director of Special Services, at 8861253 or jsaunders@sau81.org. Saturday, December 21 Free Family Film Double Feature: t s Family friendly lms for all ages. Come see popular lms on our big screen. Snacks will be served. At 11:15 a.m., come see the animated story of an evil genius who adopts three cute little girls and hatches plots

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Blessed John XXIII Parish Infant Jesus, 121 Allds St., Nashua Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Masses - 4 p.m., 6 p.m. (Portuguese) and 10 p.m. St. John the Evangelist Church, 27 Library St., Hudson Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Mass - 4 p.m. Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day Mass - 10 a.m. First Baptist Church of Hudson, 236 Central St., Hudson Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Service - 7 p.m. New Life Christian Church, 272 Lowell Rd., Hudson Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Day Candlelight Service - 6 p.m. St. Kathryn Parish, 4 Dracut Rd., Hudson Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Vigil Mass - 7 p.m. Midnight Mass Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day Mass - 10:30 a.m. Open Doors Christian Fellowship, 359 Charles Bancroft Highway, Litcheld Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 4:30 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 9 St. Francis Way, Litcheld Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Masses - 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Midnight Mass Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day Mass - 10 a.m.

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Shirley and her daughters: Lori Boucher, Shirley, Elizabeth Houle Alvirnes principal, Steve Beals was a classmate of Shirleys daughter, Elizabeth, and has many fond memories of Shirley through the years. Shirley is one of our community gems. No matter where she is, whether it is at Checkers or the farm, she is the hostess with the mostest. Her warmth, her caring, is good for the kids here. She goes through the generations, Steve said. Shirley is enormously proud of her family, and rightfully so. She lights up when she talks about her family and also when she talks about her students. She is many individuals second mother or grandmother. Even the farm animals are like surrogate children. She spends so much time at Alvirne, a teacher, in the best sense of the word. She is so gracious; shes such a lady. While she is incredibly patient and exible, good manners are important to her and she teaches that to the students. Shirley and Tim Buxton, Chef and Teacher at Checkers, complement each other well. I love Shirley, Steve said. Shirley is the welcome lady at Checkers, said Chef Tim Buxton. She makes sure everyone gets what they need, shes a grandmother to all the students. Our students become one of Shirleys kids and many of them keep in touch and often return to visit. She is such a hard worker and always likes to be busy, Tim said. I used to help Shirley years ago milk the cows on Sundays, when my kids were little. I never thought Id have her helping me, said Tim. Shirley makes every student an album when they graduate. She also makes a scrapbook for us to

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Tim Buxton, Shirley Nadeau and Steve Beals at Checkers keep each year, with each students pictures, their menus, letters of acceptance and thank you notes. It is so nice to be able to go back and look at those books, Tim shared. Shirley loves to decorate for every holiday, both at home and at the restaurant. Every person interviewed for this article mentioned Halloween and Shirleys pumpkins. For years, the Nadeau farm was the place to stop to see the amazing display of carved, lit pumpkins throughout the property. Shirley explained, I grew pumpkins in the corn eld. The seeds would go in the manure spreader and out to pasture, so wed have more and more pumpkins every year. We decided to carve them and display them. It got bigger and bigger every year and wed have pumpkins donated. We did that for over 30 years, and I think the most ever was 325 pumpkins. Christmas is my favorite holiday, said Shirley. Shirley loves to have her family over to celebrate, and for years, she hosted an annual childrens Christmas party for family and friends when her grandchildren were small. In addition to a visit from Santa, the children played many different games, such as the string game, stepping stones, wrapping paper game, (and) the clothespin game. Even though her six grandchildren have grown, they still play the games at Christmas, and Shirley still plays the piano for the annual sing-along. And, even though we no longer have the pumpkins, we do have the silo candy cane. (Former husband) Emery saw the candy cane in a farm magazine one year and wanted to try it. That was about 25 years ago, said Shirley. Grandson Colton Houle now takes care of the candy canes string of lights, replacing the special bulbs, xing sockets and preparing the giant candy cane for display. Its nice to see the tradition continue, said Shirley. Her oldest grandchild, Renee Boucher, is now a fourth grade teacher at Nottingham West. Growing up, we were always at the farm. Meme, (as she is known to her grandchildren), had denitely taught me to be respectful and to be a good person. She also stresses good manners, like no cell phones or hats at the table, always be on time, make your bed and keep your room clean, said Renee. She is always helping people; its a part of her. She taught us that you dont wait to be asked, you offer to help, added Renee. When asked how her grandmother has inuenced her teaching style, Renee said, I hear her voice in my head sometimes when I say something to my students in class. I stress how important it is to have good manners and be polite. And, I have different centers, including a holiday book center, with some of those titles being ones I grew up with Meme reading to us. Checkers Restaurant is open on Tuesday through Thursday for lunch when school is in session. Shirley will warmly welcome you, as if you are one of the family. As Steve Beals put it so well, Shirley keeps going and everything keeps her going.
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Editors Note: School Administrative Unit 81 passed out, via e-mail to parents, more budget information press releases. The Hudson~Litcheld News goal is to share with our readers who have not seen the press releases.

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submitted by Bryan K. Lane, Superintendent of Schools, Hudson School District The conversations with the budget committee over the next few weeks will determine the tax rate that will be proposed to the Hudson community at the polls in March. Until I took the position of Superintendent, I was never 100 percent sure of how things were calculated and I thought that the public-at-large may not understand this either. This article will, hopefully, bring this to better clarity for those out there who are as confused as I used to be. The tax rate for each town reects the value of all properties, the amount of funds that need to be raised, revenues that can be taken in to offset the funds that need to be raised and tax credits for those who qualify. The more active business and industry a community has, the lower the tax burden will be on the homeowner. In Hudson the tax rate for 2013 is $20.56 for every thousand dollars of value in someones home. If you have a home/property that is valued at $300,000, your taxes in the current year would be $6,168. Tax rates and school expenditures, per student, with similar sized school districts would be: Community Tax Rate Taxes on Educational Cost $300,000 home Per Pupil (2012) Keene $32.75 $9,825 $14,829 Derry $31.49 $9,447 $12,400 Goffstown $27.11 $8,133 $11,079 Plaistow $25.24 $7,752 $13,004 Concord $25.58 $7,674 $12,774 Merrimack $23.91 $7,173 $13,157 Londonderry $21.10 $6,330 $12,763 Hudson $20.56 $6,168 $ 9,884 Salem $20.46 $6,138 $11,433 In the budget process, we calculate increases in tax rates by how much money will raise your taxes one cent for each $1,000 your home is valued at. In the current budget, every $25,606 of budget increase will raise your taxes by one cent per $1,000 of value in your home. In other words, for every $25,606 the budget is increased or decreased, your taxes are affected by three dollars per year. To give you a frame of reference on the approximate cost for things in our budget: Item Cost Tax impact on $300,000 home 3rd year teacher with benets $61,000 $6.90 per year/57 cents per month para-educator with benets $42,000 $4.92 per year/41 cents per month para-educator part-time (no benets) $21,000 $2.40 per year/20 cents per month computer lab on wheels $23,000 $2.67 per year/22 cents per month new maintenance dump truck $35,000 $4.08 per year/34 cents per month health Insurance (district wide) $6,598,868 $773.12 per year/$64.42 per month I hope this has been helpful in understanding how the budget affects your tax rate, as well as some specics on how things will affect you and your household. Comparisons of Community Spending On Education and Tax Rates The average in per pupil expenditures in New Hampshire for 2012 was $13,159. Hudson was $3,274 lower than the state average with a per pupil expenditure of $9,884. Hudson is in the bottom one percent of school districts in expenditures per student, but is in the top 16 percent of communities in median income. There are 164 communities with school districts in the State of New Hampshire, Hudson ranks 163rd. Using 2012 data, the 10 communities with the greatest in per pupil expenditures are: Community $Per Pupil* 1. Errol $31,352 2. Newington $29,365 3. Nelson $28,711 4. Harts Location $26,312 5. New Castle $24,739 6. Pittsburg $24,359 7. Monroe $22,742 8. Jackson $22,276 9. Freedom $22,245 10. Lafayette Reg. $20,866 Using 2012 data, the 10 communities with the lowest in per pupil expenditures are: Community $Per pupil* 155. Auburn $11,266 156. Nottingham $11,231 157. Milan $11,108 158. Hooksett $10,884 159. Weare $10,294 160. Manchester $10,283 161. Pelham $10,154 162. Dover $9,937 163. Hudson $9,844 164. Franklin $9,646 Comparison to surrounding communities that our students compete with: Community $Per Pupil* 2013 Tax Rate** Median income 2005-2010*** Hudson $9,844 $20.56 $81,242 39th of 238 Manchester $10,283 $22.67 $53,337 160th of 238 Hooksett $10,884 $23.48 $81,500 37th of 238 Nashua $10,991 $23.50 $65,476 96th of 238 Goffstown $11,079 $27.11 $76,171 53rd of 238 Derry $12,400 $31.49 $71,076 73rd of 238 Londonderry $12,763 $21.10 $89,494 21st of 238 Hampstead $13,143 $23.68 $83,655 36th of 238 Merrimack $13,157 $23.91 $88,867 22nd of 238 Exeter $14,585 $26.03 $63,142 104th of 238 Portsmouth $14,659 $17.91 $62,921 110th of 238 *NH Dept. of Education 2012 **NH Dept. of Revenue 2013 ***American Community Survey 2006-2010

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LMS Tech-Ed Class a Hit Among Students

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Campbell Cougars Home Tri-Meet, Wrestlers Take on Bedford and Manchester Central
Campbells Wrestling Coach, Bob Gannon, who has been coaching wrestling for 21 years explained that Campbells wrestling program is entering its fth year and is totally self-funded. All their support comes from the fundraising efforts of the wrestlers and the Friends of Litcheld Wrestling Boosters. These athletes are dedicated to this sport and they demonstrated that on the mat today. These kids work really hard and they appropriately push each other, Coach Gannon said. He went on, All wrestlers are required to pay a fee to participate. The success of the program relies primarily on volunteers. Coach Gannons brother, Tom has been a volunteer assistant coach for as long as the program has been in existence. The two bark out instructions with as much intensity to their athletes as the athletes demonstrate on the mats. Coach Gannon believes the key to success in this sport is always stay healthy. One injury could throw off your entire lineup. Not taking anything away from the other sports Coach Gannon coaches, he says, This team is unlike any other team I have coached, they truly support each other on and off the mat! They push each other appropriately to be the best they can be, they have come to believe in and demonstrate the old adage No one gets left behind.

by Phillip Nichols On Saturday, December 14, the Campbell Cougars hosted their home opener with a tri-meet that included Bedford and Manchester Central high schools. There were 14 matches scheduled for each session and took just over four hours to complete. Campbell rst competed against Bedford. Although Bedford defeated Campbell by a score of 55-22, Campbells wrestlers, hoping to improve upon their 12-4 record from a year ago, put up great ghts individually. One of the shining stars was Connor Perry who, coming off his third place nish in the meet of champions last year, established his dominance early in the match and was able to overwhelmingly defeat his opponent, Ben Gilman in the 138 pound weight class. Connor displayed his speed and power to out maneuver Gilman and eventually outscored Gilman. In the 160 pound weight class, Conor Douglas likewise dominated by pinning Bedfords Justin Mello. The Cougars redeemed themselves in the second matchup, by beating Manchester Central, 42-30, moving their record to 1-2. Campbell defeated Manchester in almost every weight class. The following Cougars won their weight class: Macy Burns (113 lb.), Kian Fuertes (126 lb.), Connor Perry (138 lb.), Connor Quigley (145 lb.), Keegan Tanquay (152 lb.), Conor Douglas (160 lb.), Jacob Parzych (195 lb.), and Michael Killoran (220 lb.).

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Cougars - Connor Perry wins two points against Ben Gilman of Bedford (138 lb.), eventually taking the match on points.

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Police Investigate Webster Street Car vs. Pedestrian Accident

submitted by Hudson Police Department On December 12 at 3:05 p.m., members of the Hudson Police and Hudson Fire Departments responded to the area of E&A Mart, located at 187 Webster Street, for a reported collision between a motor vehicle and a pedestrian. Upon the ofcers arrival, it was determined that a 1996 Honda Civic, driven by 20-year-old Lucas Dube, was traveling south on Webster Street approaching E&A Mart. At the same time, a pedestrian attempted to cross Webster Street from the E&A Mart and Dube and the pedestrian collided. The pedestrian was identied as a 13-yearold male, whose identity is being withheld at this time. The 13-year-old pedestrian was treated on scene by the Hudson Fire EMTs and transported to St. Josephs Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. It was expected that the pedestrian would be released from the hospital later in the evening. A portion of Webster Street was temporarily reduced to one lane during the accident investigation. The accident remains under investigation by the Hudson Police Department Patrol Division.

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Madilyn Marci Maddy Rivera, 5 years old, died December 15, 2013, of an unknown neurodegenerative disease. She was surrounded by her loving family. Maddy was born in Colorado Springs, CO on September 25, 2008, daughter of Victor and Alison (Sommer) Rivera. In 2009 Maddy and her family moved to North Hampton, NH, where Maddy attended preschool. Maddy loved going to school and being around children her age. She brought a smile to all her peers. Maddy had a love for all animals, especially horses and dogs. She loved to listen to all types of music and enjoyed her family singing to her. Mickey Mouse was her favorite character and she had a giggle to match his. Her laugh was one that was loud, full of life and completely contagious. Maddy loved her younger sister dearly and enjoyed giving her super tight hugs. Her favorite place to be was at the lake house, where Maddy could spend hours playing in the water and sand. She also enjoyed taking motor boat rides, especially when

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The Town of Hudson Planning Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Buxton Community Development Conference Room at Town Hall. The following items will be on the agenda: 7:00 P.M. CLOSED ATTORNEY/CLIENT SESSION This session is not open to the public. I. II. III. IV. V. CALL TO ORDER BY CHAIRPERSON AT 7:00 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL SEATING OF ALTERNATES MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S) A. B. C. D. E. VI. VII. VIII. IX. X. XI. 04/10/13 Minutes 04/24/13 Minutes 07/10/13 Minutes 10/23/13 Minutes 11/13/13 Minutes 01/08/14 Packet 01/08/14 Packet 01/08/14 Packet 01/08/14 Packet 01/08/14 Packet

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Purpose of plan: Proposed development calling for the construction of a 10,465 SF commercial/retail building. Hearing. (Deferred from the 10-23-13 Planning Board Meeting to the 12-11-13 Planning Board Meeting, which was cancelled.) XII. DESIGN REVIEW PHASE XIII. PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION REVIEW ONLY Wojcik Property CSB 07-13 90 Gowing Road Map 231/Lot 053

The purpose of this plan is to subdivide the property from one lot to 18 lots as an Open Space Development (PRELIMINARY REVIEW ONLY). XIV. NEW BUSINESS/PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Boyer Site Plan SP# 08-13 156 Lowell Road Map 204/Lot 073

Purpose of plan: is to depict the site improvements associated with the new parking layout and paved display area. Application Acceptance & Hearing. (This item was originally scheduled for the 12-11-13 Meeting, which was cancelled). XV. OTHER BUSINESS A. Update on the Cost Allocation Procedure (CAP) Fee Assessment Update Report, prepared by VHB, Inc.

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As it turned out, Bonney also out an 8-1 decision to bring home the heavy hardware. had cause to be psyched about several solid After the meet, Alvirne Coach Tom Jackson assessed his teams showings by AHS wrestlers. We always have a performance by saying he was very pleased that every wrestler pretty good showing in our tourney, noted the competed and wrestled much better than they did at Bedford in AHS A.D., who added; its a great event that the season opener. Specically, Jackson commended both Thyne gives the kids an opportunity to get ready for the and Manning, saying they each had very strong showings. With season. Highlighting the Bronco teams fourth place nish was Taylor Thyne (113) and Evan Manning (182) who beat their opponents to the collective tune of seven Having his way with Hollis-Brooklines Kayne Robert, is Bronco Evan Manning wins, zero losses. 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Raymonds Mitchell Sytulek (22) tries to stop Justin DiBenadetto (23) as DiBenadetto blows by to score two of his 11 points, early in the first quarter of play. Campbell went on to win by a score of 67-30. by Phillip Nichols The Campbell Cougars were prepared for the visiting Raymond Rams when the Rams wandered into the Cougars Den on Friday, the 13th, of all days. The Cougars, led by Zach Bergeron (junior center) (16 points/11 rebounds) and Harrison Bedrani (freshman guard) (10 points/10 rebounds), systematically defeated the Rams 67-30 in their home opener. Campbell Cougars head coach, John Langlois, during his pregame speech told his team, We came here to win, as he looked each player in the eye, telling them to keep battling, no matter what the score! His team responded. Campbell pressured Raymond right from the start. Both teams seemed evenly matched but Campbell was able to jump out to a 10-8 lead with 2:38 in the rst quarter, on a 3-pointer by junior guard Andrew Smarse. Raymonds coach, feeling the game slipping away, called a time-out and challenged his team by asking, Do you want it? Following the timeout, Campbell went to a man to man defense, while Raymond tried to put on pressure by putting on a full court press. This proved to be futile for the Rams because the Cougars quickly adjusted and easily beat the traps, leading to a few easy baskets. It seemed as if the Cougars were always one step ahead of Rams.
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The Cougars Zach Bergeron (35) battles for the rebound, in late second half action, with Ramonds Connor Cole (30) and Colby Malo (50). Raymond switched to a zone defense; Campbells guards quickly recognized it and made the proper offensive adjustments. For Campbells part on defense, they too switched their defense and seemed to frustrate Raymond. Campbells zone helped create numerous jump ball situations and their ability to effectively put pressure on created numerous opportunities for not only jump balls, but also fast break situations. None bigger than a fast break dunk by the Cougars Zach Bergeron, late in the rst quarter, which made the crowd inside the Cougars den, erupt. The rst quarter ended with the score, Campbell 26-Raymond 10. By the end of the rst half, Campbell maintained a commanding lead and outscored Raymond 32-15. At the start of the third quarter, trying to force their way back into the game, Raymond scored two quick and easy baskets. Not liking the way his team was starting the second half, Coach John Langlois called a quick time-out and settled his team. By the end of the third quarter, the Cougars had amassed a 20 point lead. Most teams with a lead this large would tend to let up and get sloppy. Not the Cougars, they remained sharp. They continued to talk to each other, on both the offensive and defensive ends of the court. And as if that was not impressive enough, the Cougars had very few turnovers and continued to attempt high percentage shots. Justin DiBenadetto, junior guard, added 11 points to the cause. The teams effort resulted in the 67-30 thrashing of the Raymond Rams. After the game, Coach John Langlois said, I am excited about the team. We have no seniors on the team. We start a freshman, a sophomore and three juniors. The Cougars will travel to Bow for their next game.

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