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Voters to Decide
Fate of SHS
Renovation Plan
Salem Police Offcer
Arrested, Later Terminated
Pretty in White...
Te Palmer School in North Salem sits silently after being covered in snow from a storm with unanticipated totals Saturday.
submitted by
Salem Police Department
On October 23, 2013, the
Salem Police Department was
notied by the New Hampshire
Attorney Generals Ofce that it
was conducting an investigation
into excessive force allegations
by Salem Ofcer Joseph Freda.
The Salem Police Department
immediately placed Ofcer Freda
on paid administrative leave and
cooperated fully with the Attorney
Generals Investigation. The Salem
Police Department conducted its
own thorough Internal Investigation.
Upon completion of the Salem
Police Departments investigation,
Ofcer Freda was placed on unpaid
administrative leave pending an
administrative hearing to take place
the week of January 20. Ofcer
Freda was arrested and booked
without incident on Wednesday,
January 15.
The Salem Police Department
does not tolerate excessive use
of force from its police ofcers.
The Salem Police Department
has longstanding policies and
procedures in place providing
guidance for its ofcers. The
Salem Police Department provides
comprehensive, ongoing, and
mandatory training for all of its
ofcers on all aspects of police
activity, including training on arrest
procedures and acceptable use of
force. It is our expectation that these
policies will be followed.
On January 21, 2014, Town
Manager Keith Hickey reported
Mr. Freda waived administrative
hearings at the police department
and town manager levels. Hickey,
upon recommendation from Police
Chief Paul Donovan, terminated
Mr. Fredas employment with the
Salem Police Department effective
immediately, citing the towns no
tolerance policy with respect to
excessive use of force.
Due to the ongoing criminal
investigation by the Attorney
Generals ofce, the Town of Salem
and the Salem Police Department
will have no further comment. All
inquiries should be directed to the
New Hampshire Attorney Generals
Ofce.
by AJ Dickinson
Local historian Margo Burns, tenth generation descendant of Rebecca
Nurse who was hanged in Salem, Massachusetts under the charge of
witchcraft, presented a program about the capital crime of witchcraft
at the Kelley Library Thursday, January 16. The University of New
Hampshire graduate who appears in two history documentaries about
the Salem Witchcraft Trials, Salem Witch Hunt: Examine the Evidence
and Salem: Unmasking the Devil, condently showed how well-
versed she is on the history of the famous incident as she dissected
actual documents from the 1692 trials. Many Salem residents sat
back and relaxed as Burns took them back to a time of fear and chaos.
Margos interest
derived from her
role as the Associate
Editor and Project
Manager of the new
book of scholarly
transcriptions
containing all the
primary sources
of legal records
of the witchcraft
prosecutions of 1692
and 1693, Records
of the Salem Witch-
Salem Witch Trials Presentation at Kelley Library
Hunt. The gripping program left residents both intrigued and informed of the
tragic American event. For more information on Margo Burns and the Salem
Witch Trials visit her website at http://www.17thc.us.
Margo Burns displays Rosenthals Records of the Salem Witch Hunt
Shown here is a detailed shot of documents
from the Salem Witch Trials.
Local historian Margo Burns is seen giving a Presentation on the Salem Witch Trials
at the Kelley Library Tursday, January 16.
by S. Aaron Shamshoyan
Its been nearly 50 years since Salem High School was built.
Just like any aging building, there is a growing list of problems
becoming more urgent to x.
Feeling that urgency, the school board will be presenting
voters with a plan to renovate the school, repairing mechanical
problems and reconguring the building for an updated learning
environment.
Last week, Superintendent Michael Delahanty told school board
members the renovation committee extensively reviewed three
options and the proposed plan was selected.
The three plans included: building a new school; repairing aging
systems in the current building; and a comprehensive renovation
that was ultimately recommended.
Delahanty said a new building was estimated to cost nearly
$112 million plus additional costs for land and development. He
said the current high school would need to be maintained while a
new structure was built.
The second plan, coined the band-aid approach, would cost
nearly $35 million to complete and did not include reconguration
to the building with updated learning spaces. Were not going to
have a different building, Delahanty said.
The nal plan, which voters will decide on this March, includes
demolition and reconstruction of parts of the building and
reconguring many spaces allowing for updates to meet current
guidelines.
Principal Tracy Collyer said now was the best time to renovate
the school, citing state funding to offset the $75 million price tag.
Collyer said nearly $11 million in state aid was available to help
fund the Career and Technical Education center renovation. She
said interest rates, around three percent, were also attractive for the
bonds and low construction costs would minimize the price.
The school is currently plagued with electrical and wiring issues,
along with security faults. Collyer said the band- aid approach
would not deal with security upgrades. She added the current
building does not have a re suppression sprinkler system.
Vocational Director Christopher Dodge said the renovation
would build core spaces, such as the auditorium and gymnasium,
for 1,400 students; but design classrooms for 1,200.
by Bob Gibbs
The Salem High School Center for Career
and Technical Education (CTE) is a great
example of a modern education system that
provides real world hands on education and
experience.
The Salem High School CTE provides 13
courses of study to SHS students. In New
Hampshire, approximately 60 percent of
vocational and technical training at the
secondary level is paid for by the state.
Along with the Salem students, CTE provides
training for approximately 80 students for
the Windham, Pelham and Timberlane
school districts. Salem does get reimbursed
from the other school districts. The other
school districts also provide reciprocal
education to Salem students.
The courses at Salem CTE include:
automotive technology, biotechnology,
building trades, computer aided drafting
and design, computer networking and
repair, computer software and media
applications, culinary arts, early childhood
education, health science technology,
marketing education, business and ofce
administration, pre-engineering and
television production. Next year, they plan
to add cosmetology.
Many of the courses award the students
with up to four college credits. The
credits are provided through Manchester
Community College. Students that complete
the Health Science and Technology course
can nish high school as Licensed Nursing
Assistants (LNA) or Emergency Medical
Technicians (EMT). The EMT students all
have the opportunity to ride along with the
Salem Fire Departments EMS to observe
what being an EMT is all about. All of the
courses provide the students with a strong
foundation to further their education or to
go directly into their chosen career path.
CTE Providing Great Training for the Future
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submitted by Brian Quirk
After serving as Deputy Rockingham County
Attorney for more than 15 years, Tom Reid has
submitted his resignation from that position.
Over that time period, he worked tirelessly
on behalf of the county and victims of crime.
He values and appreciates the relationships
he formed with the county ofcials, law
enforcement and those that he has served.
The New Hampshire Attorney General has
conrmed that Attorney Reid was not the target
of any criminal investigation; and the exhaustive
investigation - that included all aspects of the
ofce over the span of 15 years - revealed no
evidence whatsoever of any such misconduct by
Attorney Reid.
Tom Reid states that: The manner in which
the investigation has been handled has taken a
signicant toll on my family. I also recognize
that a continued suspension with pay is unfair to
the taxpayers of Rockingham County. Therefore,
I have resigned effective today.
Attorney Reid has enjoyed a long,
distinguished career as Deputy Rockingham
County Attorney. The Deputy County Attorney
serves at the pleasure of the County Attorney.
In light of the change in leadership due to the
suspension of County Attorney Reams, Attorney
Reid has decided to resign and move on. He
appreciates all the support that he has received
during these last difcult months.
The following quotes are from some of the
individuals who have worked with Attorney Reid:
Cathy Stacey, Register of Deeds:
Tom Reid has been an essential resource to
Rockingham County departments and ofces,
including the Registry of Deeds over the past
fteen years. He has successfully represented
this department in numerous cases and provided
counsel on a wide variety of matters within his
considerable expertise. His resignation is a huge
loss to the county.
Chief Steve Savage, Plaistow Police
Department:
I have worked with Tom on many cases
and regarding many issues over the past fteen
years. Tom proved himself to be an exceptional
prosecutor. Every chief I have spoken to concurs.
This is an unfortunate loss for the Rockingham
County law enforcement community. I wish him
well in his next endeavor.
Michael Downing, Rockingham County
Sheriff:
Throughout my years as
Sheriff, Tom has always been
a tremendous asset to this
department. He was the
Go-to Guy with our legal
questions and on all our major
cases. We relied on him.
Hes hard to replace.
These individuals have
expressed a willingness to
speak with the media in
regard to this matter.
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W.F.Boutin EA - Total Tax Solutions LLC
Two weeks ago at the end of my rst article I suggested that " When
having your tax returns professionally prepared, do not hesitate to ask
for references and question the experience of your tax preparer. "
In 2009, the IRS began the process of addressing several concerns
related to the tax return preparer industry.
One of the major concerns was that anyone was permitted to prepare
a federal tax return for another person for a fee, regardless of compe-
tence or adherence to ethical or professional standards. After review
the IRS decided that
(1) they implement a general requirement that tax return preparers
register with the IRS, (2) that tax return preparers be subject to
competency examinations, (3) that tax return preparers be required
to take continuing education courses on a yearly basis, (4) that the
Circular 230 ethical rules would be extended to all tax return prepar-
ers. Tax preparers meeting these requirements would have the title of a
Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP).
In tax season 2010, the IRS required that all returns be signed with a
PTIN (preparer tax identication number). Each year a preparer must
register prior to the new ling season. There is a fee to acquire this
number.
Beginning January1, 2012, a preparer would be required to complete
15 hours of continuing professional education credits (CPE) to retain
their tax preparation privileges. Of course course are not free so there
would be a cost involved. And lastly, by December 31, 2013, all
RTRP's would be required to have passed a 2.5 hour test of 120
questions costing approximately $116.00 to continue to be able to
prepare taxes for a fee.
NOTE: These requirements were not required of Enrolled Agents (EA),
CPA's and attorneys since they are already regulated by IRS circular
230, with continuing education requirements to be completed
annually.
So as you can see, the IRS phased in this program in the attempts to
not disrupt the preparation industry and to place preparers on notice
that there was a need to improve the accuracy of tax return lings by
ensuring tax preparers are competent and ethical in delivering paid tax
preparation services.
In March of 2012, three independent tax preparers along with the
Institute for Justice challenged the program's legal authority. Then on
January 18, 2013, the United States District Court for the District of
Columbia enjoined the IRS from enforcing the regulatory requirements
for registered return preparers stating that the IRS lacked the authority
to do so.
Comments made by the legal representatives of these three preparers
stated that " the proposed regulations being implemented by the IRS,
would have affected approximately 350,000 tax preparers. Unofcial
estimates are that "tens of thousands" of tax preparers would have been
put out of business by not being able to comply with the new rules".
Golly gee whiz, how would these "preparers" not have been able to
comply with the new rules? Would they have failed the background
check required when ling for a PTIN number? Would they not have
been able to pass the courses every year to acquire their CPE credits or
most disturbing of all, did they lack the tax knowledge to not be able
to pass the competency test? The fees involved are the nature of
running a business. These entrepreneurs should expect that. The IRS is
ling appeals.
Needless to say, anyone can make a mistake, however I can attest to
the fact that over 50% of my client base had errors on their previous
returns when they rst came to this company to have their taxes
prepared.
An income tax return cannot be completed correctly unless many
questions are asked in the process of the preparation. So to reiterate,
when having your tax returns professionally prepared, do not hesitate
to ask for references and question the experience of the preparer.
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and 8 years of teaching various tax courses. The company mission
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submitted by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem
The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem, New Hampshire
will host its annual John P. Ganley - St. Patricks Day Memorial
Award Luncheon on Monday, March 17. This is a special year
for this luncheon as it marks the 25th year that the club has
held the luncheon in memory of former Salem Police Chief
John P. Ganley. Doors open at 11 a.m. for refreshments and
the program gets underway at 12 p.m. A meal of corned beef
and cabbage will be served followed by the presentation of the
John P. Ganley Community Service Award. The Singing State
Trooper (now retired) Dan Clark, will perform favorite Irish
music as well as the New Hampshire Police Association Pipes &
Drums. This years major sponsor, the Pot of Gold Sponsor, is
Pentucket Bank.
The Chief John P. Ganley Community Service Award is
presented to an individual who has exhibited concern,
involvement and leadership in the community of Salem; while
providing inspiration to others, through his or her dedication,
integrity and courage in the manner exemplied by Chief John
P. Ganley during his life on earth. Chief Ganley passed away in
March of 1989 but his commitment to the community is carried
forward and honored each year on St. Patricks Day.
Last years recipient was Reverend David E. Yasenka whose
contributions to the Salem community are numerous. Reverend
Yasenka, pastor at Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, is a
proven leader in the greater Salem community. Over the past
30 years, he has partnered with and established relationships
throughout the greater Salem area. These relationships have
proved invaluable in solving problems that arose in the
community. Many organizations and programs were formed or
continue due to his efforts. His contributions to the community
and his compassion for others are the reason that he was chosen
as last years honoree.
The Ganley luncheon committee is currently accepting
nominations for this years award. Nominees should work
or reside in the community of Salem. Nomination forms are
available at the club or can be downloaded from our website at
http://www.salembgc.org/portal/ganley-luncheon. Completed
forms can be mailed to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem,
3 Geremonty Drive, Salem, NH 03079, Attn: Ganley Luncheon
Committee or E-mailed to ganley@salembgc.org. Nominations
will be accepted through February 21.
Reservations are required to attend the luncheon and will
be accepted beginning February 1. Tickets are $50 per person
or $500 for a table. For more information, contact Denise
Dolloff at the Club, 898-7709, ext. 16 or via E-mail at ddolloff@
salembgc.org.
by Jay Hobson
The Coalition of Care monthly meeting was held on
Wednesday, January 15, at Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church,
171 Zion Hill Road. The coalition discussed how the agencies
that work with homeless individuals and families can work with
hotels and motels to house families and individuals with their
housing needs.
The Coalition of Care is a group of town ofcials from Salem,
Derry, Londonderry and others, as well as social workers who
meet to network on the third Wednesday of the month.
Kathy Walton, Town of Salem Welfare Director, said that they
refer people to 2-1-1 or NH 2-1-1 which helps people in need of
housing through a database of available shelters and hotels and
motels willing to take people in need of housing and provide
them with emergency shelter.
They typically let us know what shelters have availability and
given the composition of the family we can send the family or
individual by taxi to whatever shelter has an opening. If they
choose to come back and meet with me the next day or a week
or if they choose to try to continue living in Salem, then Ill do a
case management and work with them, Walton said.
Walton said that if there is a family with school aged children,
and there are sometimes few family shelter beds available, then
often times theyll try to put them in a hotel.
This could be Manor Motel, Park View Motel or Red Roof
Inn, then attempt to do case management while they are at
the motel and get them hooked up with some sort of case
management but it doesnt always work out well but we try,
Walton said.
Derry Human Services Director Jill McLoughlin said she
works in a very similar way.
The best one I ever did was at Holiday Inn because the
woman worked at Margaritas so I think it was $50 a night over
the last couple of months for her. Thats pretty much what we
do, we call the shelters to get shelter availability. Were not
seeing so much the families but were seeing single individuals,
McLoughlin said.
For some reason Londonderry can only use the Eagle Motel
in Hudson. Thats the only one they allow us to use, so thats
what we use, said Liz Jones, Health Care Manager at the
Greater Derry Community Health Services.
Keith Bates of Rockingham Community Action said that hotels
dont want to keep people more than 28 consecutive days
because they become a resident but that Bates understanding
was that it was a 90 day threshold.
Pat Parham, Ofce Manager at the Manor Motel in Windham
said that it varies from town to town.
Weve actually had a meeting in Windham about that
discussion because I had somebody come in homeless and no
place to go and she exceeded the 28 days but on assistance
through the town. The town said no more, were not helping
her and then we were stuck with a resident, Parham said.
Bates said that up until 90 days, the hotel has a right to
summarily evict someone and Parham said it was 28 days in
Windham.
Especially if they have children that go to the school system,
Parham said.
Barry Quimby of the Center For Life Management said that the
law is 90 days but that local ordinances, might have a tighter
ordinance.
Bates said that the churches need to talk to each other and to
the towns.
Pastor David Yasenka, Pastor of Triumphant Cross said that if
someone goes to one of the churches involved with Coalition
of Care during regular business hours they try to get that person
screened through Waltons ofce.
Even though we may have the resources, we try not to use
them at the very rst step. So Kathy does the screening and she
may know the history of the person rather than the church thats
trying to reinvent the wheel, Yasenka said.
He said if the town ofces are closed at the time, then there
are two procedures, one is the church would do whatever help
the person needs for an immediate situation and then through
email send that they helped XYZ family and that they could
use extra help doing it.
As soon as the workday would start again Kathy would be
notied, Yasenka said.
Walton said that sometimes people will cross over the state
line to seek help and the process has to start all over again if
they come back.
Yasenka said that the policy with the police is that in an
emergency they can bring someone to a hotel for the night.
The average beat person doesnt know it, but its written
somewhere that if they nd someone overnight thats homeless
they (the police) have the right to put them in motels. The
motels know that for one night welfare will cover that stay,
Yasenka said.
At a recent Board of Selectmen meeting, Selectman Pat
Hargreaves brought up that very issue stating that there should
be something that could be done to help people who are cold
and on the street during severe cold conditions.
Parham said that there have been guests at the motel that have
come to her as a result of town placement and that have gotten
jobs and places of their own through the efforts of the towns and
the motels.
Coalition of Care Works with Hotel Industry
to Provide Shelter for Homeless
Nominations Sought for John P. Ganley
Community Service Award
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Hearing
by S. Aaron Shamshoyan
Voters displayed a wealth of support for a renovation to Salem
High School last Thursday, January 16, at two separate public
hearings.
The evening began at the high school where board members
sought input on the proposed extensive renovation plan to the
school.
Stephen DeVito spoke favoring the bill, fearing costs would
only increase in the future. DeVito recalled a previous proposal
in 2007 to renovate the building at a cost of nearly $42 million,
which would cost $55 million today.
Its almost a no-brainer, DeVito said regarding the renovation.
School Board Chairman Bernie Campbell said the same project
would cost an estimated $55 million today, and did not include
reconstruction of the Career and Technical Center. He added the
town was not in the queue for nearly $12 million from the state to
help renovate the CTE. We hadnt waited our turn yet, he said.
School Resource Ofcer Matt Norcross also favored the
proposal. He said his training to become a resource ofcer
brought him to the newly built Nashua High School. They took a
lot of pride, Norcross said about students in Nashua.
But when starting in Salem, he said student moral was much
different. The rst thing I noticed was the condition of the high
school, he said.
A graduate of Salem High School himself, Norcross felt students
sense of pride is dwindling. I started to see there was a lack of
this pride, of Salem pride, that I remember.
The building, to a degree, has an impact on kids, he added.
Its embarrassing.
Selectman Michael Lyons advocated support for the project
and encouraged voters to show support at the budget committee
hearing later that night. In about an hour you are going to hear
that Im in favor of renovations, I just dont like the number, he
said about budget committee members. Stand up, say the right
thing, and dont be afraid.
Later that night, voters packed the Knightly meeting room in
support of the bond, asking board members to support the project.
Sherry Kilgus-Kramer told board members the project would be
an investment into Salems future. This is an opportunity to look
at the long-term, she said. It needs to have something done to
it.
Renovation Committee Member Michael Collins said the plans
were designed to be of as little cost to taxpayers as possible. The
committee worked hard to try not to spend money, he said.
School Board Chairman Bernie Campbell said the building was
aging and needed improvements.
Campbell, a graduate of the class of 1974, said the building was
only ve years old when he attended, and the previous generation
had just decided to build it. Today we owe the next generation
that opportunity, he said.
Budget Committee Chairman Dane Hoover agreed a renovation
was necessary, but felt the proposed plan was not the best. I just
think its not the right plan, he said.
Hoover was concerned about the cost of future town capital
projects and the need to renovate Woodbury Middle School also.
Theres probably $110 million on the town side, he said about
capital renovations.
The board voted 5-4 to move the plan to the ballot with
recommendation. Board members Paul Welch, Martha Spalding,
Dane Hoover and Selectmens Representative Stephen Campbell
opposed the motion.
The school board will continue to hold informational sessions
on the bond plan which will cost nearly $75 million.
by Bob Gibbs
With asbestos in the ooring and on the walls,
the Salem High School building has become a
money pit that often requires special HAZMAT
teams just to replace oor tiles.
With a roof that needs $1 million worth of
repairs, air systems that often dont circulate the
air and front doors that have one-half inch gaps
letting in the cold, the Salem High School has
been miraculously kept together with ingenuity
and some good luck.
Recently, there was a gas leak from an old
service that supplied gas for sciences labs.
There was often a smell of propane in the room,
but the source couldnt be found. Eventually,
professionals had to be hired to nd the leak that
was under the concrete oor. The leak needed to
be repaired and a new supply of gas needed to be
brought into the science lab, all at a cost to the
town.
During my recent tour of the school, I saw old
box room heaters that hadnt worked in years.
There is improvised wiring, the likes of which I
have only seen in my mechanics garage. The
security gates are right from the sixties. The gates
are complicated to close and heavy enough that
one person can have trouble closing them alone.
The public address speakers will take you back
to your high school days. There are ramps that
anyone in a wheel chair must be a little terried
to go down, as well as elevators that a powered
wheel chair just barely ts into.
Go into the upstairs gym. With just the
energy of one petite gymnast doing a oor
routine, you can feel the oor bounce. I kept
looking around thinking there had to be 10 kids
playing basketball. There wasnt. This oor is
over classrooms. On the walls there are boards
missing from what originally was a handball
court.
In the auditorium, there are holes in the
curtains; there is no place to store anything;
and the oor of the stage is a hazard to anyone
who might be wearing heels. Just outside the
stage the band is storing large trunks in the
exit hall creating an evacuation hazard. In the
band room, makeshift ramps have been built
but band members who are in wheelchairs still
need assistance to get to their positions. When
the grand piano used by the orchestra is needed
in the auditorium, an outside company needs to
be hired to move the piano around the narrow
doorways and hand railings.
In the nurses ofce, only hanging curtains
separate cots. Students with medical or personal
issues have very little privacy to discuss these
issues with medical staff.
During my interview with Salem School
Superintendent Michael Delahanty and school
board member Peter Morgan, I asked the
superintendent how he would rate the security
of the building. His answer was Poor. Very
poor. He went on to state that during the school
day, visitors are required to get buzzed in, sign
a logbook and wear a visitor badge. With all of
the fty doors in the building, it is impossible to
secure the building.
Mr. Delahanty and Mr. Morgan acknowledged
that there is not a theft problem at the school.
And that is only due to the good character of
the Salem students and residents using the high
school building. There is much more that should
be done to secure the expensive equipment that
the citizens of Salem have purchased for use at
the school.
It is also very fortunate, as Superintendent
Delahanty stated, that there has only been one
injury reported that was due to the physical
building itself. This was due to an outside group
removing part of a doorway.
Much of the high school building does not
meet current Americans with Disabilities Act
requirements, nor does it meet New Hampshire
or national education requirements. This includes
lack of storage space, acoustic separation, air
quality, electrical infrastructure and natural
light. The school fails to meet safety and security
standards due to inadequate re and sprinkler
safety, accessibility and use of hazardous
materials.
Public tours of the school have been scheduled
for February 13, 19 and 20. Additional dates are
also available. Superintendent Delahanty stated
that if any resident wants a tour of the high school
they can contact the superintendents ofce or the
ofce of High School Principal Tracy Collyer.
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Food Pantry Donation Drop Off.
People are struggling to feed themselves
and their families ... Economic hardships
are still being felt in your town. Now
that the cooler weather is upon us, we will be
collecting non-perishable food items at the
Recreation Department to assist those in need.
All items collected will be given to the local food
banks. Best drop off times: Monday through
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon or call to arrange a time
(890-2140).
Saturday, January 25
Salem Softball presents a Comedy
Night fundraiser at the Harris Pelham
Inn, 65 Ledge Rd., Pelham. Headliners
include Dave Russo, Johnny Pizzi, and
Anthony Scibelli. Doors open at 6 p.m. $25
includes coupon card, appetizers and rafes.
Tickets: www.salemnhsoftball.org or e-mail
salemsluggers@gmail.com.
Tuesday, January 28
Get the Point! This months program
in the Childrens Art Series at the Kelley
Library is an exploration of the art of
Georges-Pierre Seurat. Participants will
be creating a contemporary pointillist painting.
Registration is required. This program is for
kids in grades two to ve from 3:15 to 5 p.m.
Location: Beshara Room. For more information
contact Corrie Chiknas at 898-7064 or cchiknas@
kelleylibrary.org.
Wednesday, January 29
Relay For Life of Salem Kickoff
Celebration, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Knights of
Columbus, 37 Main Street, Salem.
Saturday, February 1
Town Deliberative Session, beginning at
9 a.m., at Salem High School Auditorium.
Monday, February 3
Michael Delahanty, Salem
Superintendent of Schools, has
announced that the Salem School
Board has scheduled the second public
presentation regarding the proposed renovations
and upgrades to Salem High School. The
presentation will be held in the television studio
at Salem High School beginning at 7 p.m. All
citizens are welcome to attend and learn about
the planned project.
The School Board is proposing a renovation and
upgrade to address existing facility deciencies.
The project is long overdue and there will never
be a better time to address the existing issues.
School district ofcials will be joined by project
partners from Trident Project Advantage Group;
Lavallee/Brensinger Architects; and Harvey
Construction to provide detailed information
regarding what is planned and why the project is
being proposed now.
Much has been discussed about this proposal,
and it is always best to learn the essential facts.
Questions from audience members will be taken
and answered.
Thursday, February 6
Michael Delahanty, Salem
Superintendent of Schools, has announced
that the Salem School Board has set the
Salem School District Deliberative Session
beginning at 7 p.m., in the Seifert Auditorium at
Salem High School. All registered Salem voters
are invited to attend this rst annual meeting.
The School Board is proposing an operating
budget for the 2014-2015 school year. In
addition, attendees will hear about the proposed
contract agreement with the ve collective
bargaining units. Finally, those in attendance will
hear plans for the renovations and improvements
to Salem High School as part of the next phase of
the Districts Facilities Master Plan.
Citizens with questions about this meeting or
the process involved should call the Ofce of the
Superintendent at 893-7040.
Fridays, February 7 & 21
Rockingham VNA and
Hospice sponsors Foot
Care Clinics for individuals
60 years and older who are
unable to perform their own foot
care. Clinics will be held at the
Salem Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweet
Way. Clients will receive a basic
nail trimming and foot assessment,
but no treatment of corns or
calluses. Foot clinics are staffed by
a Registered Nurse. Blood pressure
check and health education are also
provided. Appointments are necessary
for the foot clinics. $35/visit. For
further information or to schedule an
appointment call 580-6668.
Saturday, February 15
Join the Salem Animal Rescue
League and Rockingham Toyota for a
Responsible Pet Owners Party.
February is Responsible Pet Owners
Month, so its a great time for us to brush up on
our pet parenting skills and to teach our children
how to be responsible pet owners. Join us as
we celebrate our love of pets with rafes, food,
games, face painting, famed childrens entertainer
Leland Faulkner, and adoptable dogs from SARL!
The event will be held at Rockingham Toyota, 354
Main St., Salem, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets:
$5 per person/$10 per family available at the
shelter and on SARLs website, www.sarlnh.org.
Wednesday, February 19
Rockingham VNA and Hospice
sponsors the Salem Senior Center
Diabetes Support Group, Sally Sweet
Way in the Senior Center. The facilitator
will be Brenda DeMaria RN, CDE. Call
(800) 540-2981 for further information.
Upcoming Events for the
Greater Salem Boys & Girls Club:
o Saturday, March 8: Tribute to Stevie Ray
Vaughan performed by the George Williams
Band (benets SBGC and Field of Dreams) at
7:30 p.m.
o Monday, March 17: St. Patricks Day Ganley
Luncheon
o Saturday, April 5: Spring Charity Auction
o Wednesday, April 23: Trivia Challenge V at
6:30 p.m. in the Eclipse Teen Center
o Sunday, June 15: Community Appreciation
Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
o Monday, September 15: 36th Annual bill Flynn
Memorial Golf Classic at Windham Country
Club
o Saturday, September 20: A Day for Kids in
conjunction with Salemfest (time TBA)
o Wednesday, October 15: Trivia Challenge VI at
6:30 p.m. in the Eclipse Teen Center
o November: 48th SBGC Annual Awards Dinner
(TBA)
o Saturday, December 13: Holiday Breakfast, 9
to 11 a.m.
For more information, send e-mail to ddolloff@
salembgc.org or visit www.salembgc.org.
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No. 6: Hypnosis, WNDS-TV & The
Merrimack Valley Underground
Railroad
12:35 a.m. Matters of the Heart:
(Kidney Disease) & Dialysis
8:00 a.m. Changing Lives Christian
Church Weekly Worship
9:00 a.m. Around Town: The 50th
Anniversary of JFK Assassination
9:30 a.m. Salem Today: Cancer
Prevention & Food Choices
10:00 a.m. Innovation & Discovery:
Using Technology in Education Part 2
10:35 a.m. Road to Recovery Series:
Young Adults in Recovery
11:40 a.m. Get It While Its Hot
Cooking Show: Baking an Apple Pie
12:19 p.m. Mount Washington:
Home of the Worlds Worst Weather
1:30 p.m. Controlling Clutter
presented by Dave Downs
2:30 p.m. Granite State Outdoors No.
40 (Winter)
3:01 p.m. Safe Driving for Seniors by
the Seniors Count Program
4:00 p.m. Around Town: Guest
Brownie MacIntosh and Public
Service Announcement on Health
4:30 p.m. Play Among the Stars
Annual Winter Presentation
5:45 p.m. Rockingham Christian
Church presentation: Christmas In
This Place
6:29 p.m. Salem Today with Susan
McLoughlin - 2013 Year in Review
7:00 p.m. Around Town: Ancient
Chambers at Americas Stonehenge
8:00 p.m. Entertainers Josh Lee & Eric
Giribaldi
8:45 p.m. Around Town Flashback:
Mike Carney & the Salem Relay for
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8:59 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-2006
Salem Relay For Life Events
9:30 p.m. SCTV17 Flashback: Salem
NH Relay For Life Documentary
(2013)
11:00 p.m. Welcome Home New
Hampshire performed by Don
Watson
Saturday, January 25
12:25 a.m. Around Town: Canobie
Lake Parks Tribute to Madonna
12:55 a.m. Understanding Movies:
The Art of Film presented by Patrick
Anderson
7:59 a.m. Salem Today with Susan
McLoughlin - 2013 Year in Review
8:30 a.m. Around Town: Ancient
Chambers at Americas Stonehenge
9:20 a.m. Entertainers Josh Lee & Eric
Giribaldi
10:15 a.m. Around Town Flashback:
Mike Carney & the Salem Relay for
Life
10:30 a.m. Anna Maries Euro
Kitchen: Candy Apples
10:55 a.m. 1984 Salem Christmas
Holiday Parade
11:35 a.m. 1977 Salem Christmas
Parade (First recorded parade)
12:30 p.m. SCTV17 Flashback:
Salem NH Relay For Life
Documentary (2013)
1:59 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-2006
Salem Relay For Life Events
2:30 p.m. The Life of Edward F.
Searles by Mary Lee Underhill (June
2, 2002)
3:29 p.m. Coffee Coffees Open Mic
No. 3 hosted by Aaron Tornberg
4:29 p.m. Business Connections:
Today we visit TSR Hockey
5:00 p.m. Salem Today with Susan
McLoughlin - 2013 Year in Review
5:31 p.m. Around Town: Ancient
Chambers at Americas Stonehenge
6:20 p.m. Entertainers Josh Lee & Eric
Giribaldi
7:05 p.m. Civil War Letters presented
by Roberta Pevear
7:50 p.m. Black Lucys Garden:
Archeology of a Former Slaves Home
in Andover, MA
8:25 p.m. Around Town Clip:
Canobie Lake Park Memories - The
Park 1950s & 60s
9:00 p.m. Body Armor Outlet - Police
Force Wear
9:15 p.m. Around Town Flashback:
Mike Carney & the Salem Relay for
Life
9:30 p.m. SCTV17 Flashback: Salem
NH Relay For Life Documentary
(2013)
11:00 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-
2006 Salem Relay For Life Events
11:31 p.m. Presentation - The Lincoln
Assassination: An American Tragedy
Sunday, January 26
1:05 a.m. Around Town Scrapbook
No. 6: Hypnosis, WNDS-TV & The
Merrimack Valley Underground
Railroad
1:35 a.m. Open Mic at Coffee Coffee
hosted by Aaron Tornberg No. 2
6:59 a.m. Lifeway Church Morning
Worship
8:00 a.m. Grace Assembly of God
Sunday Worship
9:00 a.m. St. Joseph Church of Salem
Sunday Mass
10:00 a.m. Granite United Church
Morning Worship
10:59 a.m. Times Square Church
Weekly Service
11:59 a.m. Changing Lives Christian
Church Weekly Worship
1:00 p.m. Grace Assembly of God
Sunday Worship
2:00 p.m. Granite United Church
Morning Worship
2:59 p.m. Lifeway Church Morning
Worship
3:59 p.m. Changing Lives Christian
Church Weekly Worship
5:00 p.m. St. Joseph Church of Salem
Sunday Mass
5:59 p.m. Salem Today with Susan
McLoughlin - 2013 Year in Review
6:30 p.m. Around Town: Ancient
Chambers at Americas Stonehenge
7:30 p.m. Entertainers Josh Lee & Eric
Giribaldi
8:15 p.m. Around Town Flashback:
Mike Carney & the Salem Relay for
Life
8:29 p.m. A Look Back at 2005-2006
Salem Relay For Life Events
9:00 p.m. SCTV17 Flashback: Salem
NH Relay For Life Documentary
(2013)
10:30 p.m. Kelley Library Adult
Lecture Series: Cycling Iceland
presented by Andy Richmond
11:30 p.m. Kelley Library Adult
Speaker Series: First in the Nation
One Insiders View of the NH
Presidential Primary. Speaker Richard
Padova
12:25 a.m. The Vocal Artistry of
Kasiana Sokalla
SCTV17 Program Schedule
Salem Community Patriot | January 24, 2014 - 7
Kuster Addresses Breast Cancer Detection During Visit at Gamma Medica
by AJ Dickinson
According to the
New Hampshire Breast
Cancer Coalition,
an estimated 1,180
women were projected
to have been newly
diagnosed with breast
cancer in 2013 alone.
Of the 1,180 granite
state women, 170 were
estimated to die of the
disease. However,
with advancements in
medical science some
companies, such as
Gamma Medica of
Salem, believe that
by making molecular
breast imaging (MBI)
more widely available
as a diagnostic tool,
even the smallest
signs of cancer can be
found early enough to more effectively combat
the disease. MBI is a highly effective secondary
diagnostic tool that will help radiologists detect
early stages of cancers.
After recently cosponsoring the Breast
Density and Mammography Reporting Act,
Congresswoman Annie Kuster graciously showed
her support for the research and development of
molecular breast imaging technology by making
an appearance at Gamma Medica on Tuesday,
January 21. First introduced by Congresswoman
Rosa DeLauro, the Breast Density and
Mammography Reporting Act ensures that relative
breast density is included in the information
provided to women and healthcare providers
following a mammogram. Thousands of women
in New Hampshire and across the country are
being diagnosed with breast cancer each year. Its
absolutely essential they have every tool available
to battle this terrible disease, Kuster said. Thats
what the Breast Density and Mammography
Reporting Act is all about. It will help to make
sure women, especially those at greater risk for
breast cancer,
can detect
it early and
return to good
health.
Studies
have shown that women with dense breast tissue
are at least four times more likely to develop
breast cancer, and they are also more likely to
have an inaccurate mammogram reading leaving
molecular breast imaging as the more effective
tool. The Breast Density and Mammography
Reporting Act represents an important
development in the battle against breast cancer,
said Jim Calandra, Gamma Medicas Chief
Executive Ofcer. We feel that women should
understand the true nature of breast cancer risk.
With this bill, cosponsored by Congresswoman
Kuster, women with dense breast tissue will have
the information needed to assess this highly
prevalent risk factor. Earlier this year, Kuster also
called on the United States Department of Health
and Human Services (HHS) to cover certain
medications that help prevent breast cancer under
the Affordable Care Act. The request was granted
last week when HHS issued a ruling that women
who are at a higher risk for breast cancer will also
have access to certain categories of preventative
drugs without any out-of-pocket costs.
Congresswoman Annie Kuster is seen with President and CEO Jim Calandra of Gamma Medica
who is explaining how his molecular breast imaging machine works.
Congresswoman Annie Kuster is seen with
President and CEO Jim Calandra of Gamma Medica.
Congresswoman Annie Kuster is seen with president and CEO Jim Calandra of Gamma
Medica who is explaining how his molecular breast imaging machine works.
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Salem FBLA Gives Back
FBLA members Jake Bowes, Mariah Arsenault, Hannah White, Justus Sullivan,
Zack Martineau and Amanda DArezzo hold up the six turkeys FBLA donated.
Courtesy photo
submitted by Merrideth Reed, Salem FBLA Reporter
Salem Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) got into the holiday spirit by giving back to their
community. Students were asked to bring in non-perishable items to give to families in need for their
Thanksgiving dinner. Salem FBLA is proud to say that they successfully donated six Thanksgiving dinners
to Mary Queen of Peace Parish for needy families. We continued to think of others in need during the
Christmas holiday season as well.
submitted by St. Joseph Regional Catholic School
St. Joseph Regional Catholic School is the place
to be during the week of January 26 through
February 1! Its students will join thousands
of others nationwide in celebrating National
Catholic Schools Week.
To kick off the celebration, St. Joseph Regional
Catholic School is opening its doors to the
community for a free pancake breakfast and open
house. This event will take place on Sunday,
January 26, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. in St. Josephs
gym located at 40 Main Street in Salem. Come
enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausages,
juices and coffee. Then take a tour of the school
to see rsthand all of the wonderful opportunities
its students are enjoying in this K-8 school. The
celebration continues during the week as the
students compete in a classroom door-decorating
contest, participate in a student versus staff
volleyball game, enjoy a family liturgy and gather
for a potluck dinner.
National Catholic Schools Week is the annual
celebration of Catholic education in the United
States. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the
celebration. Schools typically observe National
Catholic Schools Week with masses, open
houses and fun activities for students, families,
parishioners and community members. Through
these events, the contributions of Catholic schools
to our communities and our nation are recognized
as well as the value of Catholic education to
young people - an education that Pope Francis
recently proclaimed teaches critical thinking
and encourages the development of mature moral
values.
St. Joseph Regional Catholic School is a
vibrant Catholic community where students are
nurtured spiritually, academically, and physically,
enabling them to use their God-given talents to
know and model Christ in all that they do. St.
Josephs serves preschool, kindergarten and
grades one through eight and is supported by four
diocesan parishes in southern New Hampshire.
Students attend from both New Hampshire and
Massachusetts.
Let the Celebration Begin,
Catholic School Style
submitted by Salem Family Resources-
Success By 6
Salem Family Resources-Success By 6 and the
Salem School District will host a Ready ... Set ...
Go! workshop on Wednesday, January 29, 5:30-
7 p.m. at the North Salem Elementary School,
140 Zion Hill Road, Salem, for families with
young children, birth to ve years old. The topic
is building early math skills. There is no cost to
attend.
Educators from the Salem School District and
early childhood educators from Salem Family
Resources will present information about what
families can do while their children are young;
birth to ve-years-old, so their children will be
ready for success when they enter kindergarten.
The Ready ... Set ... Go! workshops are a
series of information sessions offering fun and
easy tips on early learning at home that will
help children to be prepared for success when
they enter school. Parents are their childrens
rst teachers, and experiences during the early
years from birth to ve-years-old, build a strong
foundation for lifelong learning.
Children of all ages are welcome. Childcare
with fun activities will be provided at no cost. A
light dinner of pizza and salad will begin this
session.
Snow date is Wednesday, February 19, same
time and location.
To reserve your spot, help us plan for pizza, and
to arrange for childcare, register on the website
events page at: www.salemfamilyresources.org,
or for more information, contact Salem Family
Resources, info@salemfamilyresources.org or 898-
5493.
Information about all of the programs of Salem
Family Resources-Success By 6, is available at
www.salemfamilyresources.org or contact us at
info@salemfamilyresources.org or 898-5493.
Ready Set Go Workshop Series:
Early Math Skills
submitted by North Salem School
There was no school for students on Monday, January 20, for
Martin Luther King Day and again on Tuesday, January 21 due to a
Teacher In-Service Day.
We have now completed the Caring portion of our Character
Counts Program and the following students were caught showing
this trait in its nal week: Samira Rochdi, Tyler Bedrosian, Camryn
Mustapha, James Lemieux, Alexia Malek, Samantha McDonough,
Hunter Glickel and Jason Ciarcia.
We are now moving to the trait of Citizenship and the following
students were caught showing this trait in its rst week: Liam Shpak,
Kayla Bernard, Alex Karibian, Billy Richart, Brynne Kolbert, Brian
Barnes, Holly Perreault, Jack Smith, Samira Rochdi, Katelin Verge,
Roma Mistry, Jefferson Burke, Ali Carter, Madi Hannon, Petra Illes,
Liliana Burke, Jack Callahan, Gabrielle Federico, Mia Wheeler,
Haylee Bernard, Emersen Poulin and Abby Porter.
As we continue with our Character Counts Program, students
caught last week showing the trait of Citizenship include: Alana
Williams, Shay Parikh, Tanner Morgano, Aiden Daigle, Mia Wheeler,
Jackson Case, Jeremy Cantor, Jonathan Clarkin, Keagan Ryan, Jared
Marconi, Alex Hanna, Emma Powers, Isabelle Collins, Braden Verge,
Julian Quintal, Dakota Santo, Xiara Glickel, Lessie Morganelli,
Delaney York, Alexa Currao,
Rayna Mellot, Ryan Callahan,
Caitlin Boyle, Kennedi Bernard,
Noelle West, Mason Emerson,
Mia Molini, Alex Godoy,
Ella Pratt, Marissa Mellot, Olivia Petersen, Jenny Olson, Allyson
Martiniello, Cameron Monahan, Owen Arsenault, Hunter Glickel,
Kaley Kornacki, Jack Maietta, Leah Moore, Mackenzie Fitzgerald,
Jaden Reagan, Emersen Poulin, Kaiya Gagne, Rosella Foti and Abby
Porter.
Congratulations to Mrs. Connal, our PE teacher and all of the
students at North Salem School! We took part in the Get Active,
Get Fit program sponsored by Radio Disney and Blue Cross Blue
Shield and came in fourth place. Students had to be active for at
least twenty minutes per day for forty out of fty days during the
months of October and November to complete the challenge. Our
fourth place win gives us new equipment for our PE classes as well
as a dance party provided by Radio Disney well done!
Friday, January 24 is Spirit Day at North Salem, Disney/Cartoon
Character Day. Students were requested to wear something to
school that represents their favorite character to show their school
spirit and help their class earn Panther Points.
Mrs. Connal is offering a three-week intramural oor hockey
activity to students in grades four and ve. Grade four students have
their sessions on Fridays: January 31, February 7 and February 14
from 8 to 8:34 a.m. Grade ve students will go on Wednesdays:
January 29, February 5, and February 12 from 8 to 8:45 a.m.
Students do need to return a permission form to take part in this
activity.
Report cards will go home with students on Thursday, January 30.
Dont forget to check those backpacks!
North Salem
submitted by the Barron School Fifth Grade
Everyone enjoyed the holiday chorus and
band concerts. The students gave a fantastic
performance. They have already started preparing
for the spring concerts. We hope everyone will be
able to join us.
Reading and writing focuses on the workshop
model with students writing personal narratives
and beginning to look at opinion and persuasive
writing.
Fifth graders are learning to divide using
two digit divisors. They have been practicing
estimation and using compatible numbers to
nd the quotient. Practicing math facts is always
recommended and helpful.
They are wrapping up the plant unit in Science
and getting ready to move on to matter.
Sketchbooks are being created in social studies
to help students learn about the discovery of the
Americas. Please look for them to be displayed
when they are completed.
The work that Martin Luther King Jr. did
for freedom and equal rights is on our minds,
especially this month as we celebrate a day to
honor his work. It is important to remember
tolerance, acceptance and respect for all.
Students continue to display these qualities as part
of our heroes program here at the Barron School.
Barron
submitted by Salem High School
On Sunday, January 12, four Salem seniors, Nick Fossman, Allison Lewis, Arch Patel and Charlie Peters
competed against Dover High in the Granite State Challenge. Fifty-two high school teams from across
the state competed to be in the nal tournament, an on-air show in which students are quizzed in the
areas of math, science, social studies, language arts and ne arts, as well as current events, pop culture,
sports, and regional topics. Salem is one of 16 New Hampshire teams who earned a spot in the nal
tournament.
High School Seniors
Take the Challenge
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submitted by Michelle Bohondoney
On January 10, the North
Salem Elementary School had an
opportunity to spend a Friday night
out with the Manchester Monarchs!
We all joined together for a
special night of camaraderie to
help cheer on the Monarchs as
they played against the Bridgeport
Sound Tigers.
The rst 50 kids who signed up
were also eligible to high ve the
players as they took the ice! The
PTA had arranged for discounted
tickets to be available for our North
Salem families.
This was not a fundraiser but
rather a thank you to all those
who show their support for our
school during the year!
Manchester Monarchs Team Up
with the North Salem PTA
Editors Note: My wife and I happened to be at the Monarchs game on the tenth and were seated in the section
with the students from the North Salem School. It was fun watching the children have such a great time. North Salem
students do know how to dance and can push the noise meter to red without help from the other fans. It was great to
be in the middle of the excitement. We would not have traded the seats for anything.
New Hampshire Teacher of the Year
submitted by the NH Department of Education
The New Hampshire Department of Education (DOE)
is accepting nominations for the 2015 NH Teacher of
the Year. Anyone can nominate an outstanding teacher
by simply contacting Lori Temple, Teacher of the Year
Coordinator at 271-6646 or Lori.Temple@doe.nh.gov.
The nomination should be made early enough, but no
later than February 14, to ensure that the nominated
teacher is given enough time to thoroughly prepare an
application that reects exemplary teaching prior to
the application deadline. Teachers may download an
application at www.education.nh.gov/recognition/toy.htm
and submit it to the DOE no later than March 19.
A Teacher of the Year candidate should be an
exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled
person from any state-approved or accredited school,
pre-kindergarten through grade twelve, who intends to
continue in the teaching profession.
The purpose of the program is to select a teacher who
can serve as a leader and ambassador for the teaching
profession and represent the positive contributions of all
educators statewide.
Every day a New Hampshire teacher makes a
difference in the life of a child. Every year the NH
Department of Education honors outstanding teachers
who make their communities, profession and the world a
better place.
Students of the Month
submitted by
Salem High School
Congratulations to Yao
Long! He was chosen as the
Salem High School Student
of the Month for November.
Congratulations to Charles
Peters! He was chosen as the
Salem High School Student
of the Month for December.
Both students were selected
for their outstanding
character, leadership, service,
citizenship and academics.
Yao Long Charles Peters
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How Many Birds in Your Backyard?
NH Audubon Needs Your Help on Statewide Bird Survey
submitted by New Hampshire Audubon
Stock up those bird feeders and dig out your binoculars
for New Hampshire Audubons backyard winter bird
survey. This annual statewide survey will take place on
Saturday, February 8, and Sunday, February 9. Biologists
need assistance from citizens all over the Granite State
to get a clear picture of whats really happening with our
winter birds.
Anyone can participate in the backyard winter bird
survey by counting the birds in their own backyard on
the survey weekend and reporting online or sending
the results on a special reporting form to NH Audubon.
To receive a copy of the reporting form and complete
instructions on how to participate, send a self-addressed,
stamped, long envelope to: New Hampshire Audubon,
Winter Bird Survey, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH
03301.
Forms are also available at NH Audubon centers in
Auburn, Concord and Manchester, and online. Find
more information about the survey at www.nhaudubon.
org under birding.
Data from the backyard winter bird survey is used to
track changes in the distribution and abundance of many
species. Each year about 1,300 observers across the state
count the birds coming to their feeders. The strength
of the survey is that we can look at trends over the long
term, says Survey Coordinator, Rebecca Suomala. We
now have more than 25 years of data and we can see the
patterns of ups and downs in different bird species.
Last year, tufted titmouse and northern cardinal were
tallied in record numbers. These two species were
once found only in the southern United States but they
have expanded their range northward into nearly all
parts of New Hampshire. It was their expansion that
originally prompted NH Audubon to establish a survey
to document their increase. They are now common
south of the White Mountains and are starting to reach
even the northernmost parts of the state in low numbers.
The survey shows that Carolina wrens and red-bellied
woodpeckers, two more recent southern arrivals, are
following in their footsteps. Common redpolls, a
northern species that invades New Hampshire in the
winter, also reached a record on last years survey, but
they wont be expected in big numbers this year. This
species visits the state every other winter, so we wont be
expecting them in 2014, said Dr. Pamela Hunt, Senior
Biologist at NH Audubon. Seed crops that these species
eat are good to the north so these northern nches wont
need to move as far south to meet their needs.
The backyard winter bird survey takes place during
NH Audubons 100th Anniversary. NH Audubon was
founded on February 26, 1914 as part of a movement
to protect and restore migratory bird populations that
had been decimated in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Feathers, wings and entire birds were used to decorate
ladies hats resulting in the death of 200 million birds
each year. NH Audubon was started to protect birds and
it still continues that mission 100 years later. Having
accurate information is critical to that effort and the
backyard winter bird survey is one tool for collecting
important long-term data. Bird populations have
changed considerably over the last 100 years northern
cardinals and tufted titmice were unknown in the state
then! Thanks to the backyard winter bird survey we can
see how their populations have increased and we can
watch for species that are in trouble, said Dr. Hunt.
Reports of a lack of birds are just as
valuable as reports of many birds. If
everyone reported only when they have a
lot of birds, we wouldnt be able to see the
declines, says Suomala. The most important
thing is to participate each year regardless of
how many or how few birds you have. This
provides a consistent long-term set of data
that shows both the ups and downs.
All New Hampshire residents are
encouraged to take part. Results from past
years are on the NH Audubon web site.
For more information about the backyard
winter bird survey, please call NH Audubon
at 224-9909 or go to the website at www.
nhaudubon.org and click on birding.
Note: There are two bird surveys in
February. NH Audubons backyard winter
bird survey that takes place in New
Hampshire only, and the great backyard bird
count, a nation-wide web-based survey;
www.birdcount.org.
About New Hampshire Audubon
New Hampshire Audubon is a nonprot
statewide membership organization dedicated
to the protection of New Hampshires natural
environment for wildlife and for people.
Independent of the National Audubon
Society, New Hampshire Audubon has
offered programs in wildlife conservation,
land protection, environmental policy
and environmental education since 1914.
Expert educators give programs to children,
families, and adults in schools and at four
nature centers throughout the state. Staff
biologists and volunteers conduct bird
conservation efforts such as the peregrine
falcon restoration. New Hampshire Audubon
protects thousands of acres of wildlife habitat
and is a voice for sound public policy on
environmental issues. For information
on New Hampshire Audubon, including
membership, volunteering, programs,
sanctuaries, and publications, call 224-9909,
or visit www.nhaudubon.org.
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Expert Tips for an Affordable
and Memorable Destination Wedding
(BPT) - A urry of congratulatory phone calls,
social media announcements and sparkling ring
pictures all mean one thing: engagement season
has arrived. With approximately 39 percent of
marriage proposals taking place between Thanks-
giving and Valentines Day, engaged couples are
taking note of one of the fastest-growing nuptial
trends - destination weddings.
These days, one in four weddings is a destina-
tion wedding, giving couples - and their guests
- a reason to blend the joy of a marriage celebra-
tion with a fun and memorable vacation. Plan-
ning a destination wedding suitable for all your
attendees is easier than you think, thanks to some
key insights from Myrtle Beach-based expert
wedding planner, Cheryl Cox.
1. Plan ahead
Cox says nine to 12 months is the optimum
planning time, especially for a destination wed-
ding. Many couples start planning a destination
wedding as soon as they get engaged. While
the summer months are typically most popular
for couples, when choosing a date, Cox recom-
mends considering a Friday or weekday wedding,
or planning the big day during the less-crowded
but still desirable shoulder seasons (spring and
fall).
2. Select a destination that caters to all guests
Consider a location with something for every-
one. Myrtle Beach, S.C., is the perfect example.
The destination offers pristine greens for golf
enthusiasts, museums and historic plantations for
cultural buffs, delicious Coastal Carolina cuisine
for the foodies, fun in the sun with a day at the
beach or one of the many water parks, and for
brides looking for some quality time with the
girls, numerous spas for a day of pampering.
Plus, there are plenty of lodging options for your
guests including oceanfront resorts, beach home
rentals and quaint bed and breakfasts.
3. Research ceremony locations
Beautiful and unique ceremony locations are
one of the perks of having a destination wed-
ding. Research wedding venues, travel and
accommodation options, and rates, then rank the
venues you like best, suggests Cox. As a Myrtle
Beach wedding planner, she notes that the areas
60 miles of stunning coastline make the perfect
romantic backdrop. Whether youre looking for
a beachside wedding outside a charming beach
home or at the Myrtle Beach State Park, or a
historic location like Litcheld Plantation or Pine
Lakes Country Club, there are countless ceremo-
ny locations to choose from. You can even tie the
knot 200 feet above the ground on the Myrtle
Beach Skywheel. Visit www.visitmyrtlebeach.
com for more information.
4. Help guests plan activities
Travel is the foundation for long-lasting mem-
ories. In fact, a recent Harris Interactive survey
found 62 percent of adults said their
earliest memories were of family vaca-
tions taken when they were between
ages 5 and 10. Help your guests - par-
ticularly families with young ones - get
the most out of their trip by suggesting
activities or even making reservations
for dinners, tee times, theme parks,
museums, etc., before arrival.
5. Hire a wedding planner
Planning a destination wedding
doesnt need to be stressful - hire a
wedding planner. Wedding planners
know the local wedding professionals
and venues including the city regula-
tions for beach weddings, says Cox.
The perfect beach wedding can be ac-
complished with the help of a wedding
planner as they know the ins and outs
of planning a beautiful beach wedding
so couples and their guests can enjoy
the true beauty of a beachside wed-
ding.
6. Consider a pre-wedding visit
If possible, attend a local wedding show
to meet wedding professionals one-on-one or
plan a wedding planning trip to visit venues
and meet with wedding vendors, Cox suggests.
Remember to take notes so you can recall all
the details when youre back home.
7. Get wedding insurance
Give yourself peace of mind by purchasing
the appropriate wedding insurance. And, Cox
notes, Research to nd the best coverage for
your wedding - I highly recommend it.
8. Be mindful of budget
Start your marriage off on the right nancial
foot by keeping your wedding on-budget. Many
couples planning destination weddings nd them
to be similar or even more affordable than tradi-
tional weddings back home. Myrtle Beach offers
a variety of wedding venue options at various
price points, so you can have your dream beach
wedding and still stay on a budget.
9. Enjoy!
This is perhaps the most important step of all.
Dont forget to enjoy the experience of planning
this memorable day and enjoying the company
of your guests. Take pictures, sample cakes, pick
out owers and remember these moments and
the beautiful destination you selected.
Roles of the
Best Man and
Maid of Honor
Being chosen as a best man or a maid of honor
is a signicant and meaningful honor. Those roles
have evolved over the years, but these special
participants must still perform some of the tradi-
tional duties of the past, including serving as the
ofcial witnesses to the ceremony. The following
is a rundown of the various duties maids of honor
and best men are now expected to handle once
theyre chosen for these distinguished honors.
Prior to the wedding
Before the wedding takes place, the maid of
honor will closely assist the bride-to-be with
many of the important decisions related to the
look and the feel of the wedding. She typically
accompanies the bride to dress shops to select
gowns for the bride and bridesmaids. Much in the
same manner, the best man will assist the groom-
to-be with choosing tuxedoes or suits and also
with coordinating with the ushers to ensure they
know when to go for ttings.
Although the best man will serve as a sounding
board for the groom, traditionally the bride and
her bridesmaids have taken on the majority of
the wedding planning, so the maid of honor can
expect to play a larger role than the best man. The
maid of honor may be asked to delegate certain
assignments, such as helping to nd wedding ven-
dors or addressing invitations. She may go with
the bride for makeup and hairstyle trials. Together
with the bridesmaids, she will
plan a bridal shower party and
a bachelorette excursion. She
may select a wedding gift for the
couple and present it on behalf of
all the wedding attendants.
The best man will coordinate
the bachelor party and may be
asked to assist the groom with
selecting a honeymoon site or to
come along to book the trip.
Wedding day
On the day of the wedding, the
maid of honor and the best man
will act as a support system for
the bride and groom. The maid
of honor will help the bride get
dressed and help iron out any
mini-emergencies that should
crop up. The best man will help
ensure all of the ushers are
dressed and get the groom to the
wedding on time.
During the ceremony, the maid
of honor will hold the brides
bouquet while she participates in
the wedding. The best man will
keep the rings safe until they are
needed. The maid of honor also
will help adjust the brides train
and veil as she sits and stands
during the ceremony. Both will
sign the marriage certicate as
witnesses.
At the reception, the best man
is expected to give a toast and
the maid of honor may share
some words as well. She also
may accompany the bride to
the restroom and assist her with
managing the gown.
After the wedding
The best man will be in charge
of returning the tuxedoes to the
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Although a number of couples
would prefer to bask in the excite-
ment of their engagement, some
couples feel pressured to rush into
picking a wedding date. Choos-
ing a wedding date without giving
it much consideration may make
things more difcult down the
road. Rather than jumping head
rst into any decisions, couples
should give thought to any and
all dates and decide if there are
certain times of the year they want
to tie the knot or avoid.
Season
When thinking about potential
wedding dates, it helps to have a
place to start. Some couples nd
it helpful to start with a particular
season and then narrow it down
from there. Decide if you prefer
the lush greenery of summer or the
amazing color spectrum of an au-
tumn afternoon. Perhaps you envi-
sion arriving at the ceremony with
a snow-packed landscape amid
twinkling holiday lights? Think
about the season when you feel
most happy and then determine if
that time of year is doable.
Month
Certain months may seem perfect, but not for busy profes-
sionals or those with limited vacation time at their disposal. For
example, early spring may not be good for accountants tallying
year-end numbers. Teachers may feel most comfortable tying the
knot in the summer when they already have days off. If you run
a pool business or a lawn maintenance company, then the sum-
mer might not be so good. Keep these factors in mind.
Holidays
Some people would like to tie their wedding day to a par-
ticular holiday. Valentines Day is popular for weddings thanks
to the romantic sentiments synonymous with the holiday,
while some couples prefer Halloween or Christmas weddings.
Holiday weddings can be exciting,
but they also produce signicant
obstacles that couples who choose
to get married during other times
of year dont have to worry about.
Guests may not want to travel or
spend time away from their families
to attend a holiday wedding. Hav-
ing a wedding during a holiday
may mean competing for vendors
and reception spaces. Prices on
everything from food to owers
to airline tickets could be higher
as vendors cash in on customer
demand.
Day of the week
Its less expensive for couples to
get married on Fridays and Sundays
than Saturday afternoons or eve-
nings. Couples may think that the
money saved will be well worth it,
but they also should think about
how this decision may affect their
guests. A Friday wedding requires
people to take off from work or
school. Sunday weddings may be
slightly more convenient, but those
who have to get back to work on
Monday may be tired from late-
night festivities. Couples should
anticipate some guests not making
it to their weddings when those
weddings are not on Saturdays.
Religious constraints
Couples having religious cer-
emonies should consult with their
houses of worship as to which dates are acceptable. Some will
not have weddings on days of religious observation. It is wise
to consult with a church, synagogue or mosque before booking
any other components of the wedding so that you are certain
your chosen day is acceptable.
Any available dates
Your wedding date may be dictated by your caterer or wed-
ding hall. If you have a particular venue in mind, you may be
limited by their availability. This is a concession you will need
to make if your heart is set on this particular location.
Planning a wedding can be exciting. But the ball cannot get
rolling until couples rst choose the day they will tie the knot.
Valentines Day can be popular for weddings, but couples
can expect stif competition for venues due to that popularity.
Tips When Toasting
the Bride and Groom
Toasting the bride and groom at a wedding reception is a responsibility
that typically falls on the shoulders of the brides father as well as the best
man and the maid of honor. Though it is an honor to give a wedding toast, it
also can be nerve-wracking, as no one wants to give a toast thats memorable
for all the wrong reasons.
While the best toasts are often those that veer off the beaten path, coming
from the heart rather than from a how-to guide found on the Internet, there is
a certain formula men and women can follow to ensure their toasts cover all
of the appropriate bases without offending the bridal party or fellow guests.
* Acknowledge the guests. Families are more geographically diverse than
ever before, so more and more weddings host guests who come from far and
wide to celebrate with happy couples on their wedding days. Its custom-
ary for men and women making wedding toasts to acknowledge the guests,
thanking them for being there. This is often a great way for best men and
maids of honor to break the ice and calm their nerves, especially at larger
weddings where they may only know a small percentage of the guests. When
thanking the guests, be sure to thank the parents of the bride and groom as
well.
* Explain your relationship to the bride and/or groom. Best men and
maids of honor should devote a portion of their toasts to explaining their
personal relationships with the bride and/or groom. Introduce yourself and
explain how you met the bride or groom. Oftentimes, such stories have a
comical twist that can further calm your nerves.
* Aim for a jovial toast. Wedding toasts are typically given at the wedding
reception, when guests and the bridal party are ready to celebrate. Such an
atmosphere lends itself to a jovial toast wherein best men and maids of honor
focus on happy times with the bride and groom. Tell a funny anecdote that
illustrates the special bond you have with the bride or groom. When choos-
ing a story to tell, remember to keep things appropriate for guests of all ages,
including young children.
* Steer clear of alcohol before giving your toast. Many people overindulge
in alcohol at wedding receptions, but best men and maids of honor should
avoid consuming alcohol until after they have toasted the bride and groom.
Horror stories about drunken, inappropriate wedding toasts may seem more
like an urban legend than a legitimate possibility, but the tendency for alco-
hol to lower peoples inhibitions makes it dangerous for men and women to
consume it before giving their toasts.
* Give your best wishes to the bride and groom before raising your glass.
Raising your glass to toast the bride and groom is often the last step before
your toasting duties ofcially end. But before you raise your glass, remember
to offer your best wishes to both the bride and groom. Once those senti-
ments have been expressed, ask the guests to raise their glasses and toast the
newlyweds.
Toasting happy couples at their wedding receptions can be stressful for best
men and maids of honor who are unaccustomed to speaking in front of large
groups of people. But following a certain formula and speaking from the
heart will ensure such toasts go off without a hitch.
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Thumbs up/Thumbs down. I
nd it disgusting that someone
would criticize Mr. Hargreaves
for only buying a homeless
person a cup of coffee. For your
information that day he had
already bought a hotel room for
another homeless person. Did
you offer that person anything?
I didnt think so. While you
went home to a warm house,
there are several homeless
people in Salem left out in the
cold. If you want to criticize
anyone why dont you start with
the Police Dept./Fire Dept. for not picking up all
the homeless people in Salem and bringing them
to a shelter. That is the towns policy, just in case
you didnt know. Mr. Hargreaves paid, out of
his own pocket, when its technically the towns
responsibly. Way to go Mr. Hargreaves!
Thumbs down to those people on Haigh Ave.
that leave their cars and trucks on the street after
midnight all-night long in the snow emergencies
and all through the winter.
Thumbs down to the planner of Exit 2 on 93S.
Dont they know this is New England? They put in
an S-shaped exit? Not enough accidents on 93?
Planning for more? That was crazy.
Thumbs Up. I broke a code all right. Oh,
I massively pummeled the code. I broke every
code in the book. But I didnt break the law did
I? Whats the highest jurisdiction in this land?
Contract law and common law. Do I have a
contract with this ofcer? No. Is there any claim
before this court that I harmed another man?
No. A complaint? Oh, people complain all the
time. But is there a veried claim that a man has
been harmed? No. Well then, this ofcer led a
false claim. So both he and the town are liable
to be sued and there is no statute of limitations
whatsoever at common law.
Thumbs up. Biggest thumbs up to Dr. Corrigan
from Parkland Urgent Care and the amazing EMTs
and Fireghters from Salem Station 3 for their
quick response and expert treatment when I had a
heart attack on December 15th. I am alive today
because of you and my family and I can never
thank you enough!
Thumbs down to all the High Schoolers
that attend SHS and think they are memes. It
disappoints me to see kids taking on such a high
role that they cant handle. The meme team is
supreme and is not for High Schoolers that I see
every day on my commute to work travelling
through that area.
Thumbs up. A big thumbs up to Pat
Hargreaves, a Good Citizen and Military Veteran
for helping out the Homeless Person during the
Extreme Cold we recently had! Good Job Brother!
Oorah!
Thumbs up to the Obama administration, and
the vastly-improved functioning of healthcare.gov.
Congressional Republicans, beside themselves
with glee at the difculties encountered by
citizens during the rst three weeks of the
launching, are laughing on the other sides of
their mouths now. Enrollment is now over 2 1/2
million Americans, while state-
level signups now total over 5
million, making 8 million people
now enjoying coverage, with
the number growing every day.
And compare the huge numbers
of enrollees in Democrat-
governed states like California,
Kentucky and Massachusetts, as
opposed to red states like Texas
saddled with GOP leaders like
Rick Perry who might as well
be working for the insurance
companies instead of their
constituents.
Thumbs down to Marilinda
Garcia for running for congress. How can you
nd Washington, DC when in 2010 you could
not nd Concord, NH? Do you intend to just
represent 19 percent of the state like you only
represent 19 percent of Salem?
Thumbs up to Hess Gas Station Salem NH .
The thoughtfulness and generosity of the staff and
all their wonderful customers is truly appreciated.
Please accept a heartfelt thank you from the Food
For The Hungry Pantry for your continued support
throughout the Thanksgiving and Christmas
Holidays. Your kindness helped provide a
bountiful Thanksgiving Holiday for many of our
Salem families. Your continued support during
the Christmas Season exhibited the true spirit of
giving. Your very generous contributions helped
make a Christmas to remember for some of our
very needy families and their children.
Thumbs up/Thumbs down. Something smells
in the Salem, NH school budget. The Budget
Committee cut $200,000 out of the school budget
that was targeted for a maintenance garage. Now,
Superintendent M. Delahunty said they could
nd the money in either this years construction
services line or in other lines to get the garage.
My question is, why werent these lines purged
to lower the school budget for 2014? Another
example of the fat that is in the school budget.
Shame on the Budget Committee as well for not
doing a better job of identifying the fat in the
budget. Needless to say, the School Committee
is in cahoots with the superintendent. They do
whatever Delahunty wants them to do. They are
not looking out for the citizens of Salem.
Thumbs down to the Salem
school bus (120 or 170 I think,
bus was dirty) that ran the red
light heading west on Main
Street at 3:35 p.m. on Thursday
afternoon. It wasnt even
close, thankfully there were no
children on board. Smarten
up.
Thumbs down to the Garcia
sisters. They turned down
a racetrack, and people are
struggling with their property
taxes, the schools are being
built, we need money, we need
jobs, we need everything. And
these two sisters dont know
what theyre doing, voted
against it. Please remember that, dont vote for
these two. Theyre terrible. Thats why people in
Salem are struggling today, thanks to those two
sisters.
Thumbs up to the Salem High hockey team.
Ive been going to the games this year, and
they are so exciting and fun to watch. Another
thumbs up to whoever the person is that does
the announcing. I feel like Im at a professional
hockey game, listening to him give the score and
all the information. Thumbs up to him, and keep
going team!
Thumbs up to the custodians at the high
school. The school might be old but it is clean.
They are always working
inside and out maintaining
and cleaning. Go over to the
middle school. You will see
the difference. The bathrooms
are lthy along with everything
else. Then you will see the
custodians holding up a wall,
or just leaning on something.
You bring to their attention on
something that needs cleaning
or something needed to be taken
care of, they come up with all
these excuses on why they cant
do it. OH, by the way, arent
they supposed to recycle.
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