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Loads of Residents Brave the Chill for the Litchfield WinterFest

Katiana Berry gets her face painted by Mary Parker

from Top Hat Granite State Clown Company.

J. Bradford Seabury

Staff photos by Len Lathrop

J. Bradford Seabury, 83, of

Hudson, died Feb. 15, 2016,
after a long battle with cancer.
His last days were spent at
Merrimack Valley Hospice,
where he experienced the great pleasure of visiting
relatives and friends; his final hours were spent in the
company of loving family members.
Brad was born in South Portland, Maine, in May,
1932. After graduating from Portland Junior College,
he enlisted and served three years in the Army.
When he left the service, Brad earned his Bachelor
of Arts degree in English Literature and Philosophy
from the University of Maine. In 1957, he married
Ann McNally. They lived in Portland for a short
time, then moved to Minneapolis, Minn., where Brad
worked and did graduate study at the University of
Minnesota for several years. The couple eventually
relocated to Hudson, N.H., in 1968 and settled
roots.
Brad worked as a tech writer for several local tech
companies, including Sanders, Wang Laboratories,
and Cabletron. He was also very involved in town
civics with his wife, Ann. Together they operated
the Hudson Minutemen, a part-time business that
recorded the minutes for several towns in the local
area, but mostly Hudson. Brad was also heavily
involved with Toastmasters, Portsmouth Chapter and
the Hudson Seniors Center. He loved to travel and
took more than 15 cruise trips with his wife, Ann,
and their mutual friends.
Brad is survived by his three children: Suellen
Seabury of Hudson, JP Seabury of Manchester
and Stacy Paradise of Windham; as well as seven
grandchildren.
Brad was preceded in death by his wife, Ann.
While there will be no viewing or services, Brad
asked that those who might otherwise have gotten
dressed up to come pay their last respects instead
get dressed up, take their loved one out or go in the
company of friends, and have a toast in my honor.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that
donations be made to either the American Cancer
Society (donate.cancer.org) or the Merrimack Valley
Hospice (www.homehealthfoundation.org/memorialgifts).
To share an online message of condolence with
the family, please visit www.dumontsullivan.com.
The Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Home in Hudson is in
charge of arrangements.
Look to next weeks HLN for a memorial tribute.

course, clowns, face

painting, skating, archery,
ropes course and wacky
trikes. The favorite
activity of the kids was the
mini snowmobile rides.
Dozens of kids were
able to test their riding

Staff photos by Len Lathrop

Hanna Vallancourt gets tossed in the air by her teammates.

submitted by Keith Buxton,

Chapman for his first-place finish in
Litcheld Recreation
three categories: overall finisher/
Frigid temperatures and gusty
overall male/8-13 male. The other
winds couldnt keep more than 500
winners were as follows: overall
Litchfield residents from coming out
female: Katie Chapman; 8-13
to enjoy the day at the 4th annual
female: Abby Buxton; 30-39 female:
Litchfield WinterFest last weekend.
Stephanie Ceccherini; 40-49 female:
Many events were moved to Saturday
Katie Chapman; 50-plus female:
to avoid the record-low
temperatures on Sunday
and the, always popular,
Seal Cove Dog Sled teams
were not able to give rides
this year due to the snow
conditions. Despite the
challenging conditions,
the committed team of
volunteers found a way to
pull off a successful weekend
of fun for the community.
Friday night Wildlife
Encounters and DJ Tim Otis
returned to Talent Hall for
the Kids Night Out. New
this year, parents were able
to enjoy a great meal with
their friends and neighbors
at Naticook Fish & Grill
(re-opening next month as
Funway Burgers & Shakes).
A special thank you to
Naticooks owner, Marco
Sienna Deweys mother looks on with laughter
Salerno, for offering to open
watching her daughter attempt to drive
the restaurant and kitchen
the snowmobile.
for the night and donating
100 percent of the proceeds
back to the community event.
Debra Munsell; 30-39 male: Peter
Approximately 80 people attended
Ames; 40-49 male: Devin Chapman;
the dinner for a delicious threeand 50-plus male: John McKenna.
course meal, drinks and laughter.
The Kids Fun Run had four finishers:
This is sure to be a hit at future
Julia Berry, Katiana Berry, Alina Berry
WinterFests.
and Elijah Berry.
A chilly Saturday morning found
As a replacement for the dog
dedicated runners, of all ages, lacing
sleds, a new activity was added
up for the WinterFest 5K and Kids
this year. Snowzilla Jr., a 30-footFun Run. Congratulations to Liam
high, 90-foot-long outdoor slide
was popular with the
kids, although gusty
winds kept it closed
for a portion of the
day. Kids also enjoyed
the human bubble
bowling, bounce
house, obstacle

Three-and-a-half-year-old Sienna Dewey

goes for a ride on a snowmobile.
skills on the oval tracks for about 6
hours while parents watched from

Ally and Julia Mango fall down the giant

inflatable slide together.

Julia Mango decides which way

she wants to go.
the nearby, and extremely popular,
bon-fire. Max from the Manchester
Monarchs stopped by to help out
with the Kids Slapshot Shootout
and the Responders Residents
Hockey Game.
The chili cook-off went well
with winners as follows: Keith
Buxton in first, Josh Lane in second,
and Alex Matucci in third, and
peoples choice Jay Smith swept
the chowder contest as the only
entry. A successful raffle and sports
memorabilia auction helped to
fund the community event. The
Litchfield Lions Club was also on
hand to serve hot food to those who
were hungry and cold.
continue to page 5- WinterFest

Rodgers Library Trustees Called

before Ethics Committee

by Len Lathrop
The Hudson Code of Ethics Committee met on
Feb. 11 to hear a complaint. Now that is a lot
of news for the ethics committee as they had not
heard a complaint since Bill Cole was sitting as a
selectman.
Before the specifics of this case, the ethics
committee members are elected to serve in
accordance with RSA 31:39A. The proper
operation of democratic government requires that
public officials and employees be independent,
impartial and responsible to the people; that
government decisions and policy be made through
the proper channels of the governmental structure;
that public office not be used for personal gain; and
that the public have confidence in the integrity of
its government.
While the committee calls for five members only
four are currently listed on their website. They
were all present on the 11th: Chairman Dianne
Emaneulson; Secretary Diane Sirvydas; ViceChairman Bob Olson; and Jared Stevens.
This complaint happened in August and
September of 2015, however, it was not questioned
until at the budget public hearing in late January
when Shawn Jasper brought it to the budget
committees attention in a comment from the
public input session. He pointed out that the
Library Trustees had given raises to employees
in a nonpublic meeting and had held an e-mail

vote. Selectmen quickly picked up on this and had

Town Administrator Steve Malizia draft a formal
complaint to the ethics committee.
Without much fanfare, the ethics committee
took testimony from Library Chair Robin Rodgers
and Library Trustee Linda Kipnes. They explained
that the August meeting in question involved
Rodgers, Kipnes, Library Director Charles Matthews
and Arlene Creedan via e-mail to see what was
available in the budget for raises approved by the
voters in the March election for the fiscal year that
began July 1, 2015. Both explained that no votes
were taken, and the vote was taken and recorded
during their September meeting.
Ethics Committee Vice-Chair Olson asked for
some explanation of the Library Trustee minutes of
the meeting and suggested that they should adopt
a different format for the minutes, possibly dividing
things into old and new business as other town
committees do.
Ethics Chair Emanuelson motioned to advise
the Library Trustees that the e-mail vote should
be void and a public meeting should be held to
retake the vote. Also that future meetings need
to comply with RSA 91-A:2, meetings Open to
Public and RSA 91-a:2 III (c) No meeting shall be
conducted by electronic mail or any other form of
communication that does not permit the public to
hear, read or otherwise discern meeting discussion.
The motion was passed unanimously.

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2 - February 19, 2016 | Hudson - Litchfield News

100th NH Primary in the Record Books

Accolades
Matthew Morais of Litchfield, a member of the class of 2017
majoring in chemical engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute,
recently completed an intense, hands-on research project in Morocco
Project Center. The project was titled Advancing Water Management
Strategies in Morocco. All WPI undergraduates are required to
complete a research-driven, professional-level project that applies
science and technology to addresses an important societal need or
issue. The project-based curriculum offers students the opportunity to
apply their scientific and technical knowledge to develop thoughtful
solutions to real problems that affect the quality of peoples lives-and
make a difference before they graduate.
Merrimack College has announced the names of students who have
achieved Deans List status for fall semester. Those named included
Hudson residents Geslyn Schultz and
Kenney Tran and from Litchfield, and from
Litchfield, Ted Allen, John Curtin, Patrick
Curtin, Mitchell Dructor, Hannah Neild and
Cameron Wilson.
Sarah Holt of Hudson was named to
the Deans List for the fall semester at the
University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
Sarah is a student the Isenberg School of
Management majoring in Hotel and Tourism
Management.
Jayla Christina-Jo Brennen, daughter of
Jayson and Judith Brennen of Litchfield,
has been named to the Deans List for the
Geslyn Schultz
fall semester at Endicott College. Jayla is a
Junior majoring in Liberal Studies/Education.
The following local residents were among 1,238 students from
Worcester Polytechnic Institute named to the universitys Deans List
for academic excellence for the fall semester: Brittney Lambert of
Hudson is a member of the class of 2018 majoring in biology and
biotechnology. Christopher Beauregard of Litchfield is a member of
the class of 2019 majoring in mechanical engineering.
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role in the start of the New Hampshire primary, Gardner told
By the time you read this, the 2016 New Hampshire First in the
me during a recent interview. Gardner and Gregg visited with
Nation Presidential Primary will be over and added to the record
Bullocks granddaughter and
Staff photos by Laurie Jasper
books. After months of
were even able to show her
town hall meetings, diner
a copy of his handwritten
stops, interviews, debates,
legislation. When Bullocks
polls, phone calls and
granddaughter died, her family
mailers, the candidates
donated Bullocks legislative
and their campaigns
items, including his old roll top
will have moved on
desk, to Gardner for the state.
to South Carolina for
This year, to commemorate
the next round. The
the 100th anniversary, all
2016 New Hampshire
presidential candidates signed
Presidential Primary will
the official paperwork to file for
be remembered for many
the New Hampshire Primary on
reasons, not the least
the Bullock desk. In addition,
of which is the fact that
the original ballot box from
it commemorated the
Bullocks Richmond was set
100th anniversary of the
upon the desk.
New Hampshire direct
New Hampshire State Law
presidential primary
requires the primary to be held
election.
at least seven days ahead of any
According to the
other primary and the secretary
recently published book
of state has exclusive power to
The First Primary by
set the date. This year Gardner,
David W. Moore and
who has held office since 1976
Andrew E. Smith, the
and is the longest currently
first primary in New
serving secretary of state in the
Hampshire occurred in
United States, announced the
1916 and our state has
official date while unveiling
held the first primary
a poster commemorating the
in the process of
100th anniversary. I unveiled
selecting the nominees
the poster to all the reporters
in our country since
and then just waited for them
1920. A law written by
to figure it out. WMURs Josh
Representative Stephen
McElveen was the one who
Bullock, a Democrat
noticed the date on the poster,
from Richmond, N.H.,
said Gardner.
passed the Legislature in
The poster includes a
1913 to allow the citizens
picture of Stephen Bullock,
to vote directly for the
commemorative Democrat and
delegates who would
Republican sample ballots for
Democrat and Republican ballots on the
choose the president,
the 2016 election, and pictures
commemorative poster
rather than high-ranking
of 81 ballot boxes that were
party members. House
issued to the towns and cities
Bill 430 ordered the states first presidential primary to be held
by the state in the late 1890s. The towns whose names are written
on the third Thursday of May in 1916. Before the 1916 election,
in red on the poster have used their ballot box in elections every
Republican Legislator John Glessner from Bethlehem amended
year since 1892. Secretary of State Gardner explained that the ballot
Bullocks law to change the date to the second Tuesday in March,
boxes have mechanisms similar to an old wringer washing machine
to coincide with town meeting dates and thereby save the towns
with an attached bell that rings when a ballot is added and a counter
the expense of two elections. Bullock, who died in 1941, received
keeps track of the number of entries. It is quite remarkable that
little or no recognition for sponsoring the original bill. In 1952, the
so many of the boxes are still in existence, and quite possible that
rules changed to allow voting directly for the candidates instead of
other towns may still locate the original box. About two weeks
delegates.
ago Hollis said what is this? They found theirs, said Gardner. The
In 2001, NH Secretary of State William Gardner and former NH
Hudson box was not located.
Governor Hugh Gregg were conducting research for their book,
Hudsons Town Moderator Paul Inderbitzen framed two of the
Why New Hampshire? The First-In-The-Nation Primary State,
commemorative posters and placed one at town hall, and the other
which was subsequently published in 2003, and located Bullocks
is presently displayed in the foyer of Rodgers Memorial Library.
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In the Jan. 29 issue of the Hudson~Litchfield News, we showed readers a photo of a vintage tool on
page 12 with the following hint: In many states, you would have to be 21 years of age to be able to
purchase products originally made with this hand tool. Several good guesses were submitted:
I am interested in knowing what the tool is that you asked about and hope you inform everyone what
it was used for next week. My guess is it was used to crush and prepare the cocaine plant for use. Frank
Doxey, Litchfield
My guess
is a tobacco
leaf cutter for a
cigar. Thanks for
fun facts. Pat
Nichols
Pharmacist
tool to cut pills.
Kevin Mosley
The tool is in
fact a primitive
tobacco
shredder. This
hand tool
shredded strips
of tobacco
leaves to be used
as filler in rolled
cigars.

Hudson - Litchfield News | February 19, 2016 - 3

Remember Hudson When ...

Alvirne Summer Home (The Hills House)
submitted by Ruth Parker
1963, but not until she saw her husbands vision of a school named
This week we look at Alvirne, the summer home built in 1890
Alvirne established in Hudson.
by Dr. Alfred and Virginia Hills
After her passing, furnishings
on a knoll in the field across
within the house were sold or
from the Alvirne farmhouse.
distributed to friends and family. In
Their primary residence was in
the end, the building was vacant,
New York City, but rail travel
windows and doors boarded up,
to Nashuas Union Station and
closed to the outside world except
a coach drive from Nashua
for vandals. By his will,
to Hudson facilitated travel to
following the death of Jessie,
Hudson.
the summer home became
We can only imagine the
the property of the School
entertainment and festivities
District and Alvirne Trustees.
enjoyed on these grounds by the
Attempts were made to find
Hills as they mingled with guests
a useful purpose for this
from New York as well as locals
building; but to no avail. The
from Hudson and Nashua. Our
destiny of this fine Victorian
first photo shows the home in
home came down to an
1890. You will notice that the
article placed in the school
meeting room and the field stone
district warrant for voting on
chimney were not part of the
March 9, 1965:
original building. These were
To see if the district will
Hills House 1890
added in 1891. You will also
vote to authorize the school
note that the driveway did not
board to raze the vacant
encircle the house.
dwelling on the Derry Road
This summer home, now called the Hills House, was enjoyed by
known as the Hills House.
Alfred, Virginia, and also by Virginias mother, Mary Creutzborg.
A school board member rose to move adoption of the
Although they had two daughters neither of them lived beyond
article. This opened discussion and Zoula Rowell, a member
infancy. Virginia passed in 1908, a true loss to Dr. Hills and their
of the Hudson Fortnightly Club, rose to speak in opposition.
friends here in Hudson. Dr. Hills completed his plans for the Alvirne
The article was tabled ultimately forever. This action provided
Chapel; Virginia and their infant daughters were laid to rest within
the incentive for the incorporation of the Hudson Historical Society
this chapel.
with a goal of preserving the Hills House and using it as a museum
A short time later, in 1910, Alfred married Jessie Norwell, a
of Hudson history.
Nashua native. Alvirne continued to be the summer home of Dr.
For about 10 years prior to this time, the Historical Committee of
Hills, Mary Creutzborg, and Jessie. After Dr. Hills passed in 1920,
the Fortnightly Club was actively collecting and cataloging items
Jessie, her sister Helen Norwell, and Mary Creutzborg continued
pertaining to Hudson history.
the use of this summer home. Dr. Hills left a provision in his will so
The Hills House was found to be structurally sound; but in
that Jessie, his third wife, and Mary, his second mother-in-law, could
need of repairs, cleaning, and the decorating of individual rooms.
co-habitate in the summer home as long as the arrangement satisfied
Over the next few years a community effort occurred; individuals,
both parties. Mary passed in 1928 at the age of 102, spending many
organizations, and families helped with this project; some taking
years living with Jessie, either in Nashua or Hudson. Jessie passed in
responsibility of an entire room. A caretaker apartment was

Boy Scouts Search for Gold

at this Years Klondike Derby

Antiques, Collectibles & More

submitted by Ben Dibble

quickly they could move their gear, by hand like
Feb. 5 brought snow just in time for the
the stampeders did, from one place to another.
Boy Scouts. They were getting ready for their
They also competed in the standard Scout skills of
big winter
first aid, knots, fire
competition, the
starting and map
Klondike Derby
and compass.
on Feb. 6, and
Of the three
waiting to see if
patrols from the
there would be
three Scout troops
any snow or not.
in Hudson, the
The boys pull
Scout Farmers of
dog sleds, taking
Troop 252 did the
the place of the
best. They finished
dogs, and those
fifth with 164
sleds are intended
points, which was
to ride on snow.
very close behind
So there was a
the first-place team
sigh of relief,
at 179, out of a
from the boys
total of 230 points.
anyway, when the
Troop 20 Flaming
Pack 252s Tazer Laser Patrol with some big smiles at the Webelos Alley
snowstorm hit on
Chickens
was next
games. From the left are Luke, Grant, Logan and Hunter.
Friday. Many of
from Hudson with
the Scouts camped
120, and Troop
out in the
21s Flaming
Courtesy photos
snow that
Falcons tallied
Friday night,
98 points.
earning
The 10- and
points
11-year-old
towards
Webelos
their 100
Scouts also
degrees
competed
of Frost
within their
patch, or
own age
just getting
group. Both
some more
Pack 21 and
points for
252 had
their patrol.
sleds this
This
year. These
year the
Scouts played
theme was
a Native
based on
American
the original
game where
1898
they needed
Klondike
to hide a gold
Gold Rush.
nugget in a
There were
moccasin to
10 stations
outsmart a
Every patrol must have a cheer, and the Troop 252 Scout Farmers patrol cheer was member of
to visit, each
the Farmers Insurance jingle bum-bum-bum, bum-bum! Some of them pictured the Order of
named after
are James, Oliver, Tyler, Andrew, Simon and Matt.
a gold rush
the Arrow, an
town or
honor Scout
place. At Dead Horse one boy put a horse head
organization running the game. It was a lot more
mask on, and was transported by stretcher through
fun than it sounds, trust me. The Webelos also
an obstacle course. The true Dead Horse
did knot and compass games among their seven
actually did have many hundreds of dead horses,
events.
as the people using them worked them to death,
If you want your son to learn self-reliance,
unfortunately. At the Golden Staircase the boys
leadership skills, and have a lot of fun while he
learned how the gold rush stampeders, as they
does that, go to www.BeAScout.org and look up
were known, carried all their gear up a 1,000-foot
the unit in Hudson near you.
pass, to reach the gold fields. The game was used
to test how well the boys had packed, and how

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established and a caretaker secured. As rooms became available the

historical items collected by the historical committee were moved to
the Hills House. Some of the Hills family furnishings were returned;
many other items were donated by Hudson families. The catalogue
system used by the historical committee was continued by the
society. The success of this restoration culminated in 1983 when the
Hills House was named to the National Register of Historic Places.
Ironically, the generosity of Dr. Hills provided for the building and
maintenance
of the Hills
Memorial
Library,
Library Park,
Alvirne High,
and Alvirne
Chapel.
He took
no similar
precautions
for his lovely
summer
home. That
responsibility
is now being
met by the
historical
Hills House c. 2010
society with
support of
the school
district and various organizations in town. Our second photo shown
the house just a few years ago, Both photos are from the Historical
Society collection. The year 2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the
incorporation of the Hudson Historical Society.

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The Word Around Town...

Letters to our Editor

Looking for Rubio Town Hall Video

Heres a lesson I learned and will share with everybody. On 7 February 2016,
I went to the Marco Rubio town hall event here in Hudson. With all the news
media covering the event, I felt that if I got picked to ask a question, I would
surely be able to get the video of my question and the candidates answer.
Well, sure enough, I got picked to ask a question. I asked what he thinks
about the U.S. Government imposing income taxes and bank account reporting
requirements on people in other countries, who happen to be U.S. citizens.
I cannot find the video. Media that recorded the whole thing wont share it.
If anybody went there and recorded it, it would be a big help if you would put it
on youtube.com.
Tom Alciere, Hudson

The Unfair and Undemocratic Notion

of Superdelegates
It would seem rather difficult for the Clinton camp to put a positive spin on
the New Hampshire primary.
Entering the primary season the Secretary held nearly a 30 point lead. That
lead continued to shrink and ultimately resulted in the 22 point rout at the
hands of Senator Bernie Sanders.
Senator Sanders won the New Hampshire primary 60.4 percent to 38.0
percent. It would seem nearly impossible to find a silver lining.
Yet despite a 22 point defeat both Sanders and Clinton leave the New
Hampshire primary with 15 delegates a baffling distribution.
Equally baffling, after a near-tie in Iowa and a sound defeat in New
Hampshire, Clinton leads the overall delegate count 394 to 44. This is quite the
disparity between the earned delegate count of Sanders 36, Clinton 32.
This incredible disparity arises through a not-so-democratic notion of
superdelegates.
Superdelegates are Democratic Party officials congressional representatives,
senators, governors, DNC officials, and prominent Democrat figures. John
Iadarola of ThinkTank claims these superdelegates make up about 15 percent of
the delegates at the Democratic National Convention.
Each superdelegate is allotted one delegate in the primary process a race to
2,382 delegates.
Jeff Zeleny, a CNN Washington correspondent, writes that these are party
officials who are intended to help play an oversized role in the nominating
process - to protect the party.
In most elections this may not be as noticeable of an issue as they would be
dispersed amongst various establishment candidates.
Yet in this cycle the Democratic Primary has one candidate so clearly
representing the political establishment and one candidate so clearly against the
political establishment.
The overwhelming number of superdelegates, largely establishment figures, is
giving the Secretary a very considerable 14-15 percent cushion over Sanders in
the delegate chase.
What message does this send about democracy and our political process?
A candidate that does not represent the interests of big-money and the special
interests needs not only 51 percent of the general vote but much more to win
the nomination?
Party elites have a better idea of who to elect than everyday Americans?
Or for an Orwellian twist all have an equal vote but some have a more equal
vote than others.
One does not have to support Senator Sanders to see the unfair and
undemocratic notion of superdelegates. It gives the party a cushion, more
control, and the potential to subvert the will of the majority.
It makes it very difficult for a candidate who does not represent establishment
politics and establishment economics to win.

The party that is named for the political ideology in which the powers rests
with the people is falling quite short of its fundamental value.
Aaron Bellomo, Hudson

Hudson Voting a Mess

I was very dismayed by our voting setup here in Hudson. It started with us
parking down at the skate park because traffic was moving slowing and parking
spots where tough to come by. I, being in the A-B group, was able to vote in
five minutes. My wife on the other hand, being in the E-H group, had her line
go out to the street and took an hour to vote. In the meantime the L group had
one person; the M group had one person. There were over 50 voting booths
and only maybe 15 were being used at a time. I think its time that Hudson
changed the way they do things. We are no longer a little town with just 12,000
residents. Long lines with people having to be outside, no communication as to
what line people should be in, parking and traffic are just a few of the things that
need to be addressed.
One of the things that bothered me most was the Hudson voting crew saw
what was happening and wouldnt change the game plan. I am sure they had to
extend the closing time and even then Im sure some didnt get to vote. Now I
know I just see the bottom right corner of the big picture, but I think its time
for at least two election voting venues. At the least they could at least move the
booths to the way back of the hall so people dont have to stand outside, get the
registry desks to be more efficient and be willing to change things when things
arent working out. Its a tough long day and I appreciate all those that work the
hall on voting day. Lets make it easier on all and fix things.
Fred Brough, Hudson

Impeding Snow Removal

I am writing to ask all Hudson residents and drivers to please not park any
vehicles or trailers in the roadways during any snow event, day or night. Leaving
your vehicles in the road causes us a lot of delays and extra work, and also puts
you at risk of heavy fines and/or towing. Effective immediately, vehicles left in
the road any time of day impeding snow removal are subject to a fine of $100
and they are also subject to be towed at the owners expense. I also want to
remind everyone that there is still a winter parking ban in effect from Dec. 1
through March 31, that prohibits parking on the street from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
whether it is snowing or not. This is subject to a $20 fine.
I am writing this in hopes that everyone will head my pleas and remove their
vehicles from the roads so they will not face these heavy penalties, and let us
do our job in making Hudsons roads as safe as possible during and after snow
events. Thank you.
Kevin Burns, Road Agent, Hudson

A Great Turnout of Hudson Voters

I would like to compliment those Hudson voters who took the time to have
their voices heard in the 100th anniversary of the New Hampshire Presidential
Primary. We had a 52 percent turnout. For those of you who had to wait in the
long lines, I appreciate your patience. For the November Presidential Election,
I intend to have double the number of check-in books to hopefully have shorter
lines inside. The traffic patterns to get to the Community Center seemed to
work fairly well and the Police Department is to be congratulated for keeping
things moving.
Those of you who were surprised to find that you were registered in one of
the parties and did not have the ability to take another partys ballot, or thought
you were Undeclared (Independent), you can check your status by going to the
Towns Web Page and click on New Hampshire Voter Lookup at the bottom

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Write in Shawn Murray for Budget Committee

I am writing today to announce my write-in campaign for the three year term
on the Hudson Budget Committee which has no registered candidates. As a 15
year resident in Hudson, the former Fire Chief for 12 years and finding that one
of the open positions on the Budget Committee did not draw any candidates, I
am asking the citizens of Hudson for their consideration in writing my name in
at the upcoming elections to be held on Tuesday, March 8.
My background and experience includes 24 years working in the municipal
government, a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management and
Economics and hand-on budget planning, development and management of the
Hudson Fire Department budget. Having presented the budget to the Board
of Selectmen and the Budget Committee over 12 years, I have developed a
full understanding of the budget process and the responsibilities of the Budget
Committee in being the representatives to assist the taxpayers in the prudent
appropriation of public funds. My wife Dorothy and I have raised two children
here in Hudson and they have come up through the school system. This has
provided me with an understanding of the schools system and its budgeting
practices also.
I believe my previous experience and knowledge, and if I am elected to serve
on this critical municipal planning committee, the citizens of Hudson will
benefit by having a full committee to review the budget requests of our growing
town to assure fiscal responsibility and planning for now and in the future.
Please feel free to contact me at hudchief1@comcast.net if you have any
questions relative to my experience level or thoughts on my serving on the
Budget Committee. Please write in my name for the three year Budget
Committee term.
Shawn Murray, Hudson

Thank you for Sharing your Lives with us

My family and I will always be grateful to the people of Hudson for the many
years of patronage and friendship. We opened Annes Country Florals in Market
Basket Plaza on Lowell Road in 1984, and from the start, it was truly a family
commitment. My in-laws Carolyn and Alden Marshall helped design and build
the store and found the antique wheel barrow that became the shops logo.
They, along with my parents, worked tirelessly in the shop. My Dad was the
primary delivery man. My son Ben was born in 1988 and grew up in the shop,
tearing through the work area with his walker! Ben has worked all aspects of the
shop, manning the phones, computers and sales desk and making deliveries.
In 2010 we relocated to Nottingham Plaza, giving the shop a new look and
a new name, Annes Florals and Gifts. Our grand opening was a wonderful
celebration with the Hudson Chamber of Commerce, family, friends and staff
and included a blessing by Father Gary Belliveau from St. Kathryn Parish. In
2014 the Hudson Chamber of Commerce honored Annes Florals and Gifts as
small business of the year. This meant more than anyone could know. I had
the chance to tell my Dad we were receiving the award about a week before he
passed away.
Although it was a difficult decision, we sold the shop in August, 2015. It was
time to move on, reach for new dreams and spend time with family and friends.
We just celebrated our first Valentines Day without the frenzy of phone calls,
orders, bouquets, gifts and deliveries. We would like to thank everyone who
shared a piece of their lives with us. There were over 2,000 weddings we were
blessed to design, many new babies, prom dates and holidays we celebrated,
and many families we helped through the loss of a loved one. I loved holding
design classes at the library and the Flowers for Kids at the elementary schools. I
cannot thank St. Kathryn Parish and St. Johns in Hudson as well as Immaculate
Conception and St. Casimirs in Nashua enough for the opportunity to design
some of my most meaningful work, All for God! as Ben would write on his
papers at PMA!
I want to thank everyone for believing in and supporting me; especially my
in-laws, Carolyn and Alden, my husband Tim, son Ben and my Mom Claudette
who were always there to help me in countless ways. Thank you, too, to
everyone who worked in the shop through the years. We couldnt have done it
without you.
With sincere thanks,
Anne, Tim, Carolyn and Alden Marshall

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of the page. The link will take you to the Secretary of State page where you can
look up your status. If you want to change your status, or dont have computer
access, you can go into the Town Clerks Office to look up and/or change your
party status.
Your Party Status only affects which ballot you can receive at Primary
Elections. Party status does not apply when voting in a Town or State General
Election.
My sincere thanks go out to all those who worked so hard to make the day
proceed smoothly: from the Town Clerk and her staff for getting all the ballots
ready, to the Highway Department crew and our custodians, who set up and
took down all the voting booths tables, and equipment; to the crew at the Lowell
Road Dunkin Donuts for having the coffee and donuts ready at 5 a.m., to all
the election workers, Supervisors of the Checklist, and Selectmen, who put in
a very long day, to the Hudson Community Club, who tabulated the write-ins
and tallied the check-in books, to the Police Department for handling the traffic
rush, to Cahills Subs and the Hudson Junior Womens Club for providing our
meals, and to the Fire Department for helping transport all the ballots and
equipment back to Town Hall. It takes all these people to make an Election Day
run as smoothly as it did.
It is my hope that we can have the same kind of turnout on March 8 for
the Town and School elections. It is our civic responsibility to take part in the
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It has been awfully cold lately for the fox to have been putting his
pointed nose into many things, but between a cable TV connection
in the den and a very old cell phone, several questions need to be
asked.
1) Can the Town of Hudson bill Ray Buckley, the New Hampshire
Democratic Chairman, for the cost of last weeks election? It
is apparent that the
peoples vote wont
be worth anything by
the time it gets to the
convention floor as the
superdelegrates have
just as many votes as
all those who voted in
New Hampshire. Let
get half the cost of that
election back.
2) What happened to
HCTV Channel 21 on
Monday night? Right
in the middle of the school board discussion on spending
$48,000 to upgrade the computer that handles the food served
at our schools the channel started playing a FEMA Public
Service Announcement. While the funding will come from the
food service program and not for the taxpayer, where would
these funds have gone if we did not buy new computers and
where is this type of profit from prior years? Kudos to the Cafe
ladies and their managers and the food service director for
making money.
3) Are Roberts Rules for everyone or just those that know them?
If your committee doesnt abide by Roberts Rules then is it
proper for the chairman to make motions?

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Good for the Community

Your Hometown Community Calendar

Currently
New Hampshire Flag Football Leagues
spring season registration is open. The
league offers flag football for boys and girls
ages 5-15. For information on the league
and to register your player, go to www.NHFFL.com.

Now

Winter/Spring Childrens Programming

registration has begun at the Rodgers Memorial
Library. We have everything from cooking
and crafts to book discussions and story times.
Something for all ages can be found here! Miss
Betseys Craft Club held on the first, third and fifth
Thursdays and Miss Karyns Food & Fun held
on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month
are both sure to ignite creativity for making cool
projects and exploring new book titles. Books and
Babies is a great time for babies up to 18 months
and their caregivers to enjoy time with other babies
and parents. Check out www.rodgerslibrary.org
and click events for a monthly calendar. Call 8866030 with questions.
Month of February
Joanne Gauthier, Paintings, Exhibit and
Reception. The Rodgers Memorial Library
Community Room featured artist for February is
painter Joanne Gauthier. Her oil paintings will
be displayed in the Community Room and in the
display case in the lobby throughout the month.
Friday, February 19
Hudson Memorial VFW Post 5971 will
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host a Meat Raffle beginning at 7 p.m.
The post is located at 15 Bockes Rd. in
Hudson. You must be 16 to play. Proceeds
are going to iPods for Wounded Veterans. For
more information contact the Canteen at 595-4594
Monday through Saturday, 12 to 8 p.m.

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Saturday, February 20
American Legion Post 48, One Fulton
St. in Hudson, will host a Meat Raffle
beginning at 2 p.m. You must be 16 to play.

Thursday, March 3
Curious About Solar? Part II. Everything
youve always wanted to know about
Solar but were afraid to ask! Join the
Hudson Sustainability Committee at the
Hills Memorial Library, 18 Library St., Hudson,
for an updated discussion on solar energy. The
doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins
at 7 p.m. The program will include a presentation
by Chris Milner, an expert on solar energy for the
home owner including state rebates and federal
tax credits. Representatives from the Hudson
Inspectional Services department will discuss
regulations, permits, and inspections. Contact the
committee at HudsonSustainability@gmail.com for
additional information.

Proceeds are for veterans and families in need. For

more information call the Foxhole at 889-9777
after 11 a.m.

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at HomelandHeroesFoundation.org or by calling
(617) 910-6948. Visit us at facebook.com/www.
homelandhereosfoundation.org.

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Sunday, February 21
The 2016 Kiwanis Ice Fishing Tournament
that was scheduled for today has been
cancelled due to uncertain ice conditions.

Tuesday, February 23
New: Adult Fans of Lego Group. Come
to the Rodgers Memorial Library to meet
and mingle with other adult Lego fans ages
18 and up. Come play with our Legos or
bring a set of your own to assemble. This group
will meet on the last Tuesday of the month from 6
to 8 p.m.

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Friday, February 26
Book Bingo for All Ages. Play Bingo
for a chance to win popular books. We
will have books appropriate for all ages
to choose from. Children younger than 11
must be accompanied by an adult or teen. Snacks
will be served. 2 to 3:30 p.m., Rodgers Memorial
Library.

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Happenings Across
the River
15th

Tuesday, March 15
The Nashua Historical Society invites
the public to a program on Civil War
Technology. Bob Duffy, Nashua resident
and Civil War Historian, will speak on the impact
that technology had on rural New Hampshire men
when they left their farms and were thrust into the
then modern world. The program will be held at
the Nashua Historical Society, 5 Abbott St., Nashua
at 7:30 p.m. The program is free and open to the
public. Join us as we highlight the wonders of a
growing, developing America of 150 years ago!
For additional information, check our website at
www.nashuahistoricalsociety.org.

Tuesday, March 8
Hudson Town Elections, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.,
Community Center
Litchfield Town Elections, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.,
Campbell High School

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Thursdays, March 10 & March 24

Unraveled Knitting & Stitching Group
meets every second and fourth Thursday
night of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. at
the Aaron Cutler Library to stitch, swap
patterns, and socialize. All levels from beginner
to advanced are welcome. Even if you have never
picked up a needle, our group members will help
you get started! Feel free to call the circulation
desk with questions at 424-4044.

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February 23 thru February 26

Winter Recess: Hudson and Litchfield School
Districts
Monday, February 29
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Get on your thinking caps and break out
the craft supplies. In March the Rodgers
Memorial Library in Hudson will be
hosting a Peeps Show with dioramas from
literature, adult or children, featuring marshmallow
peeps. Peeps puns are encouraged. Dioramas
must be no more than 24 inches wide to fit on
display shelves. There will be a prize for the
favorite diorama, the earlier in March you bring in
your diorama, the more time you have to gather
votes. Vote for a favorite diorama each time you
visit the library in March. Entries will be accepted
as of so get to work on this fun project.

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Blood Donation
Opportunities
Hudson
Feb. 24: 1-6 p.m., White Birch Banquet
Hall, 222 Central St.
Pelham
Feb. 29: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Pelham Senior
Center, 8 Nashua Rd.
Salem
Feb. 26: 1-6 p.m., Best Buy-Salem, 290
South Broadway
Feb. 27: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., First
Congregational Church-Salem, 15
Lawrence Rd.

Tuesday, March 22
The Homeland Heroes Foundation
- Helping Soldiers Every Day will hold
a 1960s Dance Party, its third annual
Dinner Dance, from 6 to 11 p.m., at the
Atkinson Country Club. Dance the night away for
a great cause! Music by The Reminisants, live and
silent auctions, prize wheel and more! Reserve
your table today! $60 per person. Tickets available

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WinterFest- continued from front page

The cornhole tournament in Talent Hall
Saturday evening had 48 players and several
spectators. After 64 competitive games the
winners were announced: Rick Landry and
Keith Buxton in first, Brian Fletcher and Lance
Madden in second, and Kelly Asara and Larry
Pigeon in third. Shon Haley won the airmail
competition.
After a very busy day on Saturday,
approximately 80 people returned Sunday
morning for a pancake breakfast at Talent Hall.
The delicious breakfast helps to fund WinterFest
and keeps costs low for attendees, with many
free activities being offered each year.
None of this would be possible without the
amazing dedication of the WinterFest Committee

and the numerous volunteers who help out

over the weekend. Thank you to each of the
following committee members for their months
of preparation and planning: Colleen Gamache,
Cheryl Willnus, Heather Buxton, Jeremy Bruner,
Duane Dionne, Paul Biron, Laura Corbett, Suzy
Smith, Jason Jozokos, Dave Farnham, Chris
Asara, and Ryan Grant. There are too many
other volunteers to list by name, but without
them this event would not take place each year.
Also, thank you to the local organizations and
businesses who generously contribute with
sponsorships and donations.
Cant wait to do it again next year (with
slightly warmer weather)!

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Hudson Fish and Game Club

Installs 2016 Officers

Be a Part of History as the

Hudson Historical Society
Celebrates 50 Years
but are not limited to, historic preservation
efforts, preservation of cultural identity, best
home restoration, best landscaping or gardens.
Included along with this award segment of the
event, the Hudson Historical Society scholarship
will be presented.
While enjoying the displays of the past and
present, a charity auction will take place, both of
the silent nature and a live and exciting auction
by an emcee.
This weeks Remembering Hudson section
on page 3 by Ruth Parker talks about the Hills
House and how the Historical Society got started
and how the home that everyone in southern
New Hampshire knows about was one meeting
vote from being razed has evolving in our town.
While plans are still being developed and
refined, and, with all works in process subject to
change, things will be happening that Sunday.
Have you heard the recently restored early
1800s pump organ, now part of the historical
collection? Some classical notes might be heard
during the champagne reception that will start
this event at 4 p.m. on Sunday the 14th of June.

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by Len Lathrop
While the planning is in full speed ahead,
the first step is for everyone to mark the date on
their calendars --Sunday, June 12, from 4 to 8
p.m.-- and it goes almost without saying that it
will be at the Hills House and on the Hills House
grounds.
The theme will be retrospective, celebrating
the societys past 50 years, under Society
President David Alukonis watchful eye, this is
shaping up to be one of the biggest and best
parties Hudson and the surrounding towns have
seen. When Alukonis was mentioned you should
have known that there would be food and drink.
Think champagne, light hors doeuvres and
native strawberries covered in chocolate to start
all in the Hills House, then move to an outside
tent for a catered food service with heavy hors
doeuvres from serving tables and also circulated.
The society is developing an annual award
that will be started at this celebration and
carried on into the future. It will be special
as it will be focus on aesthetic, historical or
cultural achievements. Ideas circulating include,

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submitted by Paul LaFerriere

The Hudson Fish and Game Club, Inc., held its
annual Installation of Officers dinner on Jan. 30
where, following elections by the membership in
December, those elected are sworn in for one year
for the administrative positions and two years for the
Board of Directors positions. This year marks the
60th anniversary of the Hudson Fish and Game Club,
Inc.
Longtime club member Tom Gilbert and his
assistants cooked delicious hors doeuvres and a
roast beef and ham dinner. Music was provided
by member Keith Madore. Retired member Adam
Florczak was the officiant reciting the Oath of
Officers Declaration for all elected members to
repeat. The following officers were elected:
Executive Committee: President - Richard Serna;
Vice President - Mike Petrie; Treasurer - Robert
Dassler; Recording Secretary - Paul LaFerriere; and
Correspondence Secretary - Jack Sloboda.
Board of Directors: Chairman - Michael Mooney,
Mike Baldacchino, Tom Gilbert, Brian Driscoll, Tom
Murray, John Parkhurst, Jay Celani, Pete Morris, John
Comer, and Steve Hir, as well as 1st Alternate Paul
Martinage and 2nd Alternate A. J Houlne.
Also selected annually by the president is the Man
of the Year, which was awarded to Russ Anderson.
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Paul LaFerriere, Treasurer Robert Dassler, President Richard
Serna, Mike Baldacchino, John Parkhurst, Tom Gilbert and
Officiant Adam Florczak. Missing from photo: Michael
Mooney, Jay Celani, John Comer, Brian Driscoll, Jack
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Hudson Fish and Game Club President Richard Serna

presents the Man of the Year Award to Russ Anderson.

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Alvirnes Bronco Barn Achieves Gold Level Certification

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Sustainability Matters
Find out More about Solar Energy

submitted by Cheryl Freed

Curious About Solar? Part II Free Event
Everything youve always wanted to know about Solar but were
afraid to ask!
As I mentioned last month, the December Solar Presentation
was so well-received the committee decided to have a second
presentation. So if you were not able to attend the solar
presentation in December, please join the Sustainability Committee
on Thursday, March 3, at the Hills Memorial Library, 18 Library St.,
Hudson, for an updated discussion on solar energy. The doors will
open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m.
The program will include a presentation by Chris Milner, an
expert on solar energy for the homeowner. His presentation will
include updated information about state rebates & federal tax
credits. Representatives from the Hudson Inspectional Services
department will be attending to discuss regulations, permits, &
inspections.
Question and Answer session will follow the presentations.
Refreshments will be served.
If you have been thinking about installing solar in your home, are
curious to know how it works or have a solar installation and would
like to share your experience and knowledge, please join us for
what promises to be a good opportunity to learn about solar power.
For questions or additional information please contact the
committee at HudsonSustainability@gmail.com
Deliberative Sessions Recap
The committee had an information table set up at both the
School and Town Deliberative Sessions. I chatted with several town
residents about a variety of topics including hanging your clothes to
dry (even in the winter); recycling; and solar energy.
The committee appreciates being able to provide information to
the residents during the deliberative sessions and looks forward to
participating in future opportunities.
Home Energy Saving Tips (from www.ecomall.com)
Plant shade trees and paint your house a light color if you live
in a warm climate, or a dark color if you live in a cold climate.
Reductions in energy use resulting from shade trees and appropriate painting can save up to 2.4 tons of CO2 emissions per
year. (Each tree also directly absorbs about 25 pounds of CO2
from the air annually.)
Clean or replace air filters as recommended. Energy is lost
when air conditioners and hot-air furnaces have to work harder
to draw air through dirty filters. Cleaning a dirty air conditioner
filter can save 5 percent of the energy used. That could save
175 pounds of CO2 per year.
Wrap your water heater in an insulating jacket, which costs just
$10 to $20. It can save 1,100 pounds of CO2 per year for an
electric water heater, or 220 pounds for a gas heater.
Town of Hudson, NH Recycling Goal at least 30%
Recycling Percentage for December 2015 = 29.35%
Reminder -- Medications
Do Not flush medications!

The Hudson Police Department has a drug drop box located in

the lobby of the Police Department located at 1 Constitution Dr.
This drop box can be used for the disposal of any of the following:
Any used and unwanted prescription medications
Unknown tablets and capsules
Unwanted over-the-counter medications
Veterinary medications
They Do Not accept:
Thermometers
Needles or syringes
Medical waste of any type
Non-medicated over-the-counter items
Non-medicinal chemicals of any type
Sharps (Needles or Syringes)
Sharps may be brought to St. Josephs Hospital in Nashua (172
Kinsley St.) at any time. Home syringe users must place their sharps
in a sealed sharps container, liquid laundry detergent bottle, or
fabric softener bottle. Containers must be taped shut and marked
used sharps. For more information, call 882-3000.
Sharps can also be brought to Southern New Hampshire Medical
Center in Nashua during select hours. For more information, call
577-2547.
The NH DOT Rest Area off exit 6 in Nashua also supplies a sharps
container. For more information, call 485-3806.
Upcoming Events
Next landfill clean-up day: Feb. 27, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (pass
required)
Candidates Night sponsored by the GFWC Hudson Junior
Womans Club Monday, Feb. 29, Hudson Community Center;
7 p.m. - a great opportunity to meet the candidates and hear
what they envision for the future of our community
Town Election Day: Tuesday, March 8, Community Center, 12
Lions Ave; polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Town Wide Roadside Clean-up/Earth Day Celebration: April 23
and 24
Committee Information
The Recycling Committee meets on the fourth Monday of the
month at 7 pm. in the Buxton C.D. Meeting Room. The public is
welcome to attend.
Please send your questions/concerns to me at:
hudsonsustainability@gmail.com or Town of Hudson, Attention:
Cheryl Freed, Sustainability Committee, 12 School St., Hudson, NH
03051. Join us on Facebook at Hudson Sustainability.

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Over the past several years, predominantly during a an election

year, there has been much to say about the tax code, changes to the
tax code and bills proposed to amend or eliminate the tax code. For
taxpayers to better understand how these code changes affect them,
I feel that a dissection of the filing tax Form 1040 is required so that
certain terms that are used will be thoroughly understood. The most
important terms to understand is the difference between total (gross)
income, adjusted gross income (AGI) and taxable income.
If you take a look at a Form 1040, the lines 7-21 (appropriately
labeled Income) is the area where you enter in all of your various
taxable income items. Some income line entries require having
additional forms, tax schedules or worksheets completed to arrive at
the net income to be entered on these lines. For instance a self
employed individual has to complete SCH. C, and possibly a
depreciation, auto expense, business use of home or inventory
worksheet to arrive at the net income to be entered on line 12. Line
22 is the summation of all of the income entries and appropriately
titled your total income (gross income).
Lines 23-35 are for adjustments (deductions) allowed for all
qualifying taxpayers under current tax law. These adjustments are
summarized on line 36 and then subtracted from your total income
(line 22) to arrive at what is known as your Adjusted Gross Income
(AGI) on line 37.
(The term AGI will be used throughout many of these articles
and is a qualifying factor used in determining many credits and
deductions that have phase-out limits based upon the AGI.)
Once the AGI is established, you are allowed to subtract either a
standard deduction, based upon your filing status, (single, head of
household, married filing joint) or if it is more beneficial, you can
itemize qualifying deductions. You will itemize if the sum of these
deductions will exceed the allowed standard deduction. Itemizing
deductions will be covered in depth in a future article.
(Note: Determining filing status is usually a straight forward
procedure for most individuals. However the rules regulating the
head of household or qualifying widow(er) status can become a tad
more time consuming. Maintaining a home/apartment without a
qualifying child or relative does not qualify a taxpayer as a head of
household)
Once you have subtracted the standard or itemized deduction
from your AGI total, you are now allowed to subtract a personal
exemption for each qualifying person claimed in the exemption
section (Lines 6a through 6d) of the Form 1040. An exemption is
allowed for each person you can claim as a dependent on the
return as well as for yourself and spouse if married.
(Note: A very specific criterion is required to be met under the
rules for a qualifying child or qualifying relative to enable you to
claim an individual as your dependent.)
(The amount of income to be subtracted for exemptions and
standard deductions are usually adjusted for inflation each year).
The income left after the subtractions of the standard/itemized
deductions and personal exemptions is your taxable income.
Next week, we will explain the makeup of the Tax Rate Schedule
and how the tax tables used to determine tax owed on the taxable
income is calculated.
Next week: The Tax Rate Schedule

Next Week: The Tax Rate Schedule

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About Total Tax Solutions: W.F. Boutin EA registered Total Tax
Solutions in the State of NH as a LLC in the summer of 2006 after 10
years experience working for a major tax preparation company and 8
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The tax impact as provided by Chief Buxton
by Lynne Ober
Once again, the Hudson Fire Department has a warrant article
for a new fire station to be built on existing town land on Lowell
Road, but this year all the questions from the previous year have
been answered. Warrant Article 6 requests approval to bond the
construction over a 10-year period, which, according to Fire Chief
Rob Buxton, is the most cost-effective proposal for taxpayers.
A color graph of the existing Burns Hill lot. The Burns Hill fire station is
Two questions surround this proposal concerning response times
located on a very narrow lot with wetlands on both sides of the existing station.
and the cost to renovate the existing Burns Hill
station. Buxton was able to provide data this
year showing that response times from the new
fire station would be considerably better than
from the Burns Hill location.
The current station is located at 88 Burns
Hill Road and was built in 1981 to house call
department members. It has had no major
updates since opening. Based on service
demands the station transitioned in 2001 to
house full-time members 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. Expansion at the current location
would be difficult and costly because of the lot
size and the wetlands surrounding the existing
building.
However, because voters wanted to
understand renovation costs, the department
worked with experts to develop the costs. The
bottom line? It will cost more to renovate
than to build new. Renovation of the existing
facility, including the construction of an
addition of 2,000 square feet, would cost
$891,021. Because of the wetlands both sewer
and water would need to be brought to the
station. Chief Buxton said the costs for the
3,500-foot sewer extension would be $140,000,
but that it would also require the construction
of a sewer pumping station at a cost of one
Line drawing depicts the proposed fire station on 204 Lowell Road.
million dollars. That would resolve the sewer
problems, but a 2,700-foot extension of the
response times to homes and businesses in the area. Because this
water main would also be needed, and that would cost $337,500.
location offers natural gas with town water and sewer there is no
Altogether, the renovation costs were estimated at $2.37 million
extra cost for utilities.
while building a new station would cost $2.206 million.
Chief Buxton said not only did it provide adequate work and
The Burns Hill station could be used as cold storage for vehicles
training space, but it would also provide storage for protective
and equipment currently being kept outside.
clothing as well as storage. The new station would have separate
The proposed location is on town-owned land at 204 Lowell
male and female restrooms and show facilities.
Road, and it would provide adequate workspace while improving
Buxton also provided a graph on the tax impact to taxpayers.

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Nashua Hyundai Celebrates its Grand Opening

with the Bishop Guertin Marching Band

submitted by Kathy Crummey

Nashua Hyundai kicks off its official grand opening of the all-new
Nashua Hyundai dealership. This state-of-the-art dealership was
built to better serve Nashua and all surrounding communities.
This new dealership features the latest innovative design giving
customers the ultimate experience. Features include a bright,
spacious customer lounge with beautifully appointed seating areas,
along with Wi-Fi and complimentary refreshments. This dealership
offers customers a higher level of service, before, during and after
the sale, on par with other luxury brands. That is the new standard
that consumers can expect from the all-new Hyundai dealership.
Nashua Hyundai also has a wing in their new facility that is
dedicated to Hyundais premium luxury line, featuring the Equus and
Genesis.
As a member of the Thompson Group, Nashua Hyundai is looking
to deliver the same level of customer service and value that made
MacMulkin Cadillac and MacMulkin Chevrolet New Hampshires
largest volume Chevrolet and Cadillac dealerships again in 2015.
Jeff Thompson, one of the owners of the new Nashua Hyundai and
the Thompson Group of businesses, said, The Hyundai brand has

truly transformed over the years, offering the latest in automotive

technology, design and performance. Nashua Hyundai will offer
customers a unique and engaging automotive shopping experience
from the moment they enter our doors.
After building a new dealership, the New Nashua Hyundai
wanted to celebrate their official grand opening and Presidents
Day in a big way, letting friends and neighbors in the surrounding
communities know that Nashua Hyundai is here for all of customers
automotive needs.
With the Nashua community on the top of their mind, and a little
creative thinking, Nashua Hyundai approached the Bishop Guertin
marching band for their help with a grand opening ad campaign.
There is no better way to celebrate an event or special occasion
than with a 40-piece marching band comprised of the youth and
neighbors of our community. With no hesitation, the Bishop Guertin
marching band led by Brian Starck agreed to march and play in the
celebration featured in the new Nashua Hyundai Grand Opening
TV commercial. As the Bishop Guertin bus pulled up to the New
Nashua Hyundai dealership, it was quite a sight to see an entire
marching band file off the bus with instruments in hand. The Bishop

Guertin band members were the stars of the day as they showcased
their marching and formation skills throughout the dealership while
playing Stars and Stripes by John Phillips Souza. It was a day filled
with fun, as these talented students showcased their skills for all
there to see.
Jeff Thompson remarked, It was my pleasure to make a donation
to the Bishop Guertin marching band; we are so grateful to these
talented young adults for making our grand opening fun and very
special.
The Thompson Group of businesses employs over 200 individuals
throughout southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.
The Thompson Group has provided Southern New Hampshire with
an innovative auto sales and service experiences at its dealerships.
The Thompson Group offers a wide range of auto brands including
Chevy, Cadillac, Hyundai and Mitsubishi. Also under the Thompson
umbrella is Daniel Webster Automotive, Nashua Sports and Cycle,
Friendly Reds Tavern, and Nashua Fuel, Disposal and Seal Coating,
as well as Macthompson Reality specializing in residential and
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Making Another Alvirne Penguin Plunge

Joanne M. Curry, Alvirne High School

On a brilliant and cloudless sunny day, 71
brave and dedicated students and faculty from
Alvirne High School plunged into the 42 degree
Atlantic Ocean in support of Special Olympics
NH and Alvirnes Unified programs. Alvirne
was one of 35 schools participating in the event
from across southern New Hampshire. This
years theme was Hawaiian Luau and included
a costume parade where Alvirne was awarded
second place for their costumes and
Bronco victory cheer.
Awards also went to Deanna Donadio,
AHS Principal Steve Beals and Joanne
Curry as four-year Rock Hopper penguins;
Leslie Reven received the Chinstrap
Penguin award for the most money raised
by a pampered penguin; Andrew Conrad
received Penguin recognition for his
ongoing support and contribution; and
the Alvirne team received the Macaroni
Flock award for the flock that raised the
most money for both the Saturday and
Sunday event.
This is the fourth year the school has
participated in this event through the
WATS Club. It is a club that unites
students with intellectual challenges with
their peers in a make a friend or be a
friend atmosphere. At AHS, Were
All The Same. The club has monthly
socials, participates in Project Unify, the
Unified Sports programs, supports school and
community activities as well as fostering school
spirit. It involves an amazing group of kids that
are passionate about being teenagers and who
have stepped up on so many levels to be leaders,
role models, have fun and to nurture lifelong
friendships. Funds raised through the Penguin
Plunge also support the Alvirne Unified Prom, the
all school Spread the Word to End the Word
campaign, Mix It Up Day, 12 Days of Caring,
Jaymes Bears for Social Justice, and the Unified
Theater Troupe.
For this plunge, Alvirne currently raised a little
over $24,000, and, in the four years the high
school has been participating, over $54,000 has
been raised. If you didnt have an opportunity to
support the plunge, but would like to, the page is
be open till March 31. Visit www.firstgiving.com/
team/308930. Any and all donations are greatly
appreciated.
Participating in the plunge were as follows:
Alena Tea, Alex Tea, Amanda Bergeron, Amanda
McKinley, Amanda Wetmore, Andrew Conrad
Faculty, Ashley Dumais, Brianna Thompson,
Caroline Truesdell, Carolyn Wright, parent,
Cassie Girouard, Dagny Wilkins, Danielle Doyle,
Deanna Donadio, Dena Hoffman, Dominique
Kaempf, Eddy Truesdell, Emily Lalmond, Emma
Beals, Erika Gareri, Erin Beals, Erin Ruigrok,
Gillian McNally, Haley Summers, Hannah Yi,
Holly Sanville, Jacob Reece, faculty, Jacob Wright,
Jake Whiting, Jamie DeAngelo, Jeff Bourque,
faculty, Jenna Breault, Jenna Zuccaro, Jessica
Fontaine, Joanne Curry, faculty, Josh Charron, Josh
Ramalhinho, Kathryn Stickney, Katie Colianno,
Kelly Lavoie, Kelsey Richards, Larissa Arebalo,
Laurel Hensch, Lauren Denis, faculty, Lauren
Somers, Leiane Hewitt, paraprofessional, Leslie

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Gillian McNally (left) and Emma Beals

Reven, Admin Assistant, Lyndsey Hir, Madison Lambert, Mae Smith,

Mark DeMinico, parent, Matt McKinley, Melanie Zdunko, faculty, Mike
Hardy, Kiwanis Club/Key Club advisor, Mike Linehan, paraprofessional,
Mitchell DiMinico, Mitchell Lavoie, Nick Boudreau, Nick Grenda,
paraprofessional, Nicole Drohan, Olivia Lyman, Rachel Berson,
Tristan LIndsay, Sara Siteman, Sarah Clement, Sean Farrell, Shaye
Thyne, Steve Beals, Principal AHS, Tana Tufts, and Theo Tufts, faculty.

Senior Danielle Hoffman enjoys

her invigorating plunge.

Hannah Yi, Alena Tea, Tana Tufts, Erin Ruigrok, Danielle Doyle,
Erika Garieri, and Kathryn Stickney

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Please join us in welcoming our new

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Molly is a native of Windham, New
Hampshire. She received her BS at St.
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School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Harrison
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at Loyola University Medical Center in
Chicago.Molly has been very well received
from both our staff and our patients. The
addition of Dr. Harrison will allow us to
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& Engagements

Jennifer Ellen Joy ~

Gregory Daniel Bean
Mr. and Mrs. James Joy of Hudson announce the
engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Ellen, to Gregory
Daniel Bean, son of Daniel Bean of Goffstown and
Claudette Bean of Manchester.
Jennifer, a graduate of Bishop Guertin High School and
Endicott College, is presently employed as an Electrical
Designer at AHA Consulting Engineers in Lexington, Mass.
Gregory, a graduate of Manchester Memorial High
School, is presently employed at Gateway Hills Health Club
in Nashua.
A March wedding is planned in Sarasota, Florida.

Hudson Recreation Basketball Season Comes to a Close

submitted by Hudson
Recreation
Another successful season
concluded this past weekend
for the Hudson Recreation
Basketball Program. Season
ending playoffs began Feb.
1 and concluded with
championship games on Feb.
13 with the championship
games played at Alvirne High
School. The playoffs were
very exciting and competitive
with all the players showing
the skills they had developed
throughout the season. The
results of the playoffs were as
follows:
Senior Boys, Grades 7/8:
first place - Wizards, Derek
Horne; second place
Celtics, Jim Bigelow
Senior Girls, Grades 6/7/8:
first place Dream, Allan
Macleod; second place Mystics, Paulo Ramalinho
Junior Girls, Grades 4/5:
first place Liberty, John
Weston; second place
Dream, Jim Cestrone
Junior Boys, Grades 5/6:
first place Celtics, Eric
Bates; second place
Clippers, Jay Thomas
Congratulations to all
players and coaches for their
efforts and a fine season.
Thank you to all the volunteer
coaches and parents for
their support throughout the
season.

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Weddings

Senior girls champs, Dream

Junior girls champs, Liberty

Senior boys champs, the Wizards

Junior boys champs, the Celtics

On Monday, Feb. 14, the players, coaches and parents of Hudson

Recreation Basketball celebrated Barbara Hamilton Day. This day
is to remember past Recreation Director, Barbara, for her tireless
efforts on behalf of the children of Hudson. She always stressed
sportsmanship, playing hard and having fun.
Memorial and Nottingham West School were busy with foul
shooting contests and recreational sportsmanship games. There was
a great display of foul shooting throughout each divisions contests.
The winners of the contests were as follows:
3rd Grade Girls: first - Callie Correia; second - Callie Lemire
3rd/4th Grade Boys: first - Devin Smith; second - Andrew Deeley
4th /5th Grade Girls: first - Olivia Rudy; second - Skye Merrow
5th/6th Grade Boys: first - Austin Spooner; second - Billy
Cloutier
6th /7th/8th Grade Girls: first - Abby Dufault; second - Sabrina
OToole
7th/8th Grade Boys: first - Isaiah Powers; second - Jared Holmes
The Recreational All-Star games consisted of players from each

intramural team. These players were selected by their coaches to

represent their team based on talent, dedication and sportsmanship.
The games were very competitive and entertaining. The many
family and friends in attendance were enthusiastic and appreciative
of the effort shown by all the players.
A special part of the day was the presentation of the Hank
Center Award. Hank was another person who showed tireless
effort in many capacities in youth sports and stressed sportsmanship
to all. This award is given to an 8th grade girl and boy who
shows dedication to his/her team, consistently attends practices
and games, and has shown the highest level of sportsmanship
toward teammates, other players, coaches and referees. Plaques
were presented to this years winners: Jennie Martin and Nathan
Chartrand.
Thanks to the many families, friends and coaches in attendance
and everyone that helped during the day. Without everyones effort
and support, our recreational programs could not be the success
that they are.

Courtesy photos

Hudson Rec Emphasizes Sportsmanship on Barbara Hamilton Day

Jennie Martin, Hank Center Award

Nathan Chartrand, Hank Center Award

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Courtesy photos

Alvirne Gymnasts Make a Statement

Felicity Burgess

Kaelyn Gagnon

submitted by Alvirne
Varsity Girls Gymnastics
Alvirne varsity girls gymnastic team
competed in the state championships
at Londonderry High School this past
weekend. This was the first time Alvirne
had a complete team attend this event
and capped a successful season. This
was the culmination of hard work and
practice. The championship consisted
of a floor routine, uneven parallel bars,
the beam and vault. Alvirne placed 12th
overall against all other schools in the
state.
Senior and team captain Jenna
Bantawalas superb performance gave
her an overall placing of 38th in the state
Team Members: Captain Jenna Bantawala, Devon Rosier, Helen Smith,
with impressive uneven parallel bars,
Lauren Balukonis, Kaelyn Gagnon, Aisling Macaraeg, Felicity Burgess,
vault and beam routines.
Coach Lisa Robuccio, and Assistant Coach Jill Rosier.
Freshman Devon Rosier finished 50th
overall, with a floor routine that put her
in the top 20th and a bar performance that was scored 25th best
at the completion.
The team will be missing Bantawala due to her graduation and
the team will be looking for new members next year.
The team would like to thank Coach Lisa Robuccio and
Assistant Coach Jill Rosier for their encouragement and
enthusiasm.

Pregnancy & Oral Health Part Two

During
pregnancy
good oral
hygiene is
extremely
important,
since
changes in
hormonal
levels will
exaggerate the way gingival
(gum) tissue reacts to irritants
in plaque. Unremoved
plaque on teeth will cause
gingivitis which is
characterized by red, tender
gingival tissue that bleeds
easily. Remember, plaque is
the primary cause of this
disease not the changes in
hormonal levels. It is
especially important to
thoroughly brush and floss
daily to remove plaque and
keep gingival (gum) tissues
and all other tooth
supporting structures healthy.
Regular dental care should

not be discontinued during

pregnancy. Non-emergency
treatment can be performed
without complications.
Generally, the second
trimester is recommended,
since it is most comfortable for
the mother-to-be. A routine
prophylaxis (cleaning) is
recommended during
pregnancy since gingivitis may
be reduced or even
prevented if coupled with
proper oral hygiene.
This special care should not
end when the baby is born but
continue to ensure a life of
healthy smiles.
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submitted by David S. Morin, HFD Public
buildup of creosote. The homeowner was advised
Information Liaison
not to have any fires until the chimney was
With the cold winter
inspected and repaired.
weather finally setting
Anyone who thinks a
in, residents are looking
chimney fire has occurred
to wood-fired furnaces,
should call the fire
stoves and fireplaces to
department immediately.
heat their homes. This
After the fire is out a
use of these heating units
certified chimney sweep
has led to an increase in
should be requested to
the number of chimney
complete a professional
fire responses Hudson
evaluation of the condition
firefighters have seen.
of the chimney. If
Firefighters have dealt
necessary, a certified
with two chimney fires
sweep will be able to
in the last week. The first
make recommendations
fire took place on Feb. 3
about how to bring
in a home on Parkhurst
the system back into
Drive. When firefighters
compliance with safety
arrived at the residence,
standards.
no flames were showing,
Depending on the
but there was excessive
situation, a homeowner
smoke coming from the
might need a few flue
chimney. Firefighters
tiles replaced, a new liner
found a building up of
system installed, or an
creosote burning in the
entire chimney rebuilt.
metal chimney liner.
The Hudson Fire
Chains were dropped
Department offers
down the chimney
chimney-cleaning
to clear the burning
equipment free of charge
buildup from the walls of the liner. Firefighters
to town residents. Brushes and poles can be
extinguished the fire in the woodstove and
borrowed at the Central Fire Station on Library
remained on the roof until the flames were
Street.
extinguished and the chimney cooled down
Remember to clean the chimney regularly.
to normal temperatures. The homeowner was
Clean chimneys dont catch fire.
advised not to have any fires until the chimney
was cleaned and inspected.
In addition, a chimney fire
occurred at a Ridgecrest Drive
DiPrete Promotions, Inc.
home on Feb.8. First arriving
300 Tables
crews reported an active fire as
heavy smoke was seen coming
Manchester, NH
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worked to empty the fireplace
insert and remove the burning
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Thumbs down to the man at CHS. You should
be fired for the way you talked to a custodian
during the voting at CHS. Instead of trying to
humiliate him in front of everyone, you should
have talked to the Moderator to find out that they
were all just doing what the Moderator told them
to do. The Moderator is the one in charge during
voting. You may want to listen
to your own advice and take a
breath before you shoot off your
mouth next time.

Thumbs up to Coach Szukstas Varsity Girls

Basketball team for the skills clinic they hosted for
our first and second grade girls youth basketball
players. The varsity girls did an outstanding job
teaching the fundamentals of basketball and were
truly wonderful with the kids. My second grader
was introduced to valuable drills and participated

Vote March 8th for

Jared Stevens

Thumbs up/Thumbs down.

Thumbs up to the voters of
Candidate for Selectmen
Hudson who came out for the
Hudson, NH
primary. What a wonderful
Current Code of Ethics Board member
turnout! Thumbs down to the
Owner of Capri Pizza (Hudson, NH)
town of Hudson for only having
one polling place for all of the
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five years ago, Hudson was a
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Political ad paid for by Jared Stevens, Hudson, NH
small town and one polling
place was enough for everyone
who wanted to vote. The town has grown by
in fun skill-building games. If the combination of
8,000 people and one polling place is no longer
our childrens smiles and exhaustion is indication
working to accommodate all of the registered
of a successful clinic, then kudos to you girls!
voters. The lines of vehicles trying to enter the
Thank you!
access roads to the community center made for a
very frustrating long wait. Hudson town officials
Thumbs up to the Hudson Fire Department for
... please consider opening at least two polling
their quick response and rescue of our neighbors
places to prevent the traffic jam-ups that have
beloved Golden Retriever who had fallen through
occurred in the last few elections. The upcoming
the ice on Robinson Pond. Also a thumbs up
presidential election voting can be done much
to my wife who was shoveling our back deck
more efficiently if there are at least two places to
(bless her) when she noticed that a dog may be in
vote!
trouble on the ice.
Thumbs down to the Litchfield Budget
Committee members that oppose Article 20.
When and if the NED goes through, the lost tax
revenue from devalued, lost and abandoned
homes will dwarf the money to fund this
membership in the coalition of towns opposed to
NED. You will lose millions in tax revenue from
this as people find out what this is and move out.
I cant believe you were ignorant enough to take
that position. Without that Municipal Coalition
membership Litchfield as a community has done
nothing to oppose this, even though this will cut
the town in half and cost us unknown tax losses.
Get informed or resign.
Thumbs up to Hudson PD. Thank you
so much for multitasking as police and trash
collectors! Thank you for the major effort on
Nevens Street. It makes me more relieved that
Hudson Police is doing an excellent job and their
professionalism is top notch. Thank you!
Thumbs up to Mr. Gasdia and the comments
he shared at the deliberative session on Saturday.
He hit the nail on the head.
Thumbs up to Mrs. Driscoll. Your thoughtful
act of kindness turned my morning around, and
whats more is that students were witness to your
gesture! I will pay it forward for sure!

Thumbs up to the HLNs Natural Remedies

section! I truly hope it becomes a regular section!
I loved it and find it most helpful!
Thumbs down to hearing about the opioid
crisis! No one forces anyone to take drugs. If
you are on pain meds after surgery, limit yourself
to how much you take. Dont be weak or blame
your doctor. I have had several main surgeries
and use pain meds for only a week after two total
hip replacements and more. I am 66, and have
never even tried pot. Get a backbone. Dont
look for taxpayers to send you to rehab. I have
no sympathy whatsoever for any illegal drug user.
Narcan is a crutch. Wake up NH!
Thumbs down to ignorant residents. I have it
in writing from Mr. Truesdell himself that he wrote
this motion for Mr. Lane. As an administrator
myself it is common for SB members to have
access within the schools which they are elected
to oversee. Also, my son does not smoke pot;
he was locked out of the building. My son is a
straight edge ... so keep making false allegations.
I have the proof and can forward it to the HLN,
if those of you feel the need to see it. After he
stated this via e-mail and I called him out on it,
he shut up quite quickly as he knows he screwed
up giving out that proof of information. Get a
grip; stop closing your eyes to the big picture. The

kids smoking pot got caught and my son was not

involved in it, perhaps yours was though.

enjoyed the late afternoon activities, I thank you!

Keep up the good work!

Thumbs down to school employees when I

asked why they feel they deserve a pay raise in
FY 2017? In March there will be warrant articles
on school pay, town pay raises, the operating
budgets and money in capital reserve funds. If I
ask my boss for a raise I should give examples of
why I deserve it. Where does Hudson rank on the
standardized school testing? Whats being done to
improve education/standardized Hudsons testing
NH score? Is there a decrease in the high school
dropout rate? What percentage of students is on
the honor roll? Whats the percentage of students
who went straight to college from high school?

Thumbs down. Republicans want to balance

the budget. Bill Clinton left office with a surplus.
Wouldnt it make sense to put a Clinton back in
the White House? Everyone else is greedy and
backed up by the Koch brothers. Bernie wants us
to do all the work. Why does he think we vote?
We vote for someone else to do the work, not
us. Let Hillary do the work and dont let the Koch
brothers pick the next Supreme Court Justice.

Thumbs down to the almost 10 percent

salary increase for the town clerk with a salary
of $60,000 and excellent benefits. I suspect the
reason why the new fire station was not voted
in last year was due to an issue with funding.
The residents were told it will only cost about
$2,000,000 to have this station built. Residents
were not told the town would be taking out a
municipal bond loan to be paid off within 20
years with new tax increases every one of those
years from 0.4-0.8 per thousand, totaling $1
million in interest payments. Why was this info

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Thumbs up to the Hudson

Police Department for
responding quickly when I
was in need. I dont think it
took them five minutes to get
over to my location. I was
treated kindly and with respect.
Thumbs up to the Hudson Police
Department.

not disclosed in last years fire station warrant

article? Why is the funding not coming out of the
surplus or capital reserve funds?

Thumbs up to Jeremy for finding and returning

our dog Hope to us after she got loose! Thank
you, Jeremy!

Thumbs up to the Police Department in

Hudson for patrolling the school zone in front of
Alvirne and Hills, to slow down the speeders and
protect the children! Thumbs down to the lady in
the gold car who sped through the zone and into
the drop-off line at Hills Garrison, being chased
by the police! Why would you endanger all those
children? Pull over and accept the deserved ticket
immediately, and from now on, slow down.

Thumbs down to the super delegates on the

Democratic side. Youre not being democratic if
you support Hillary.

Thumbs down to the Litchfield coach who

thinks parents are being too judgmental. Looks
like the apple doesnt fall far from the tree!
Thumbs up to all the volunteers for Litchfields
Winter Fest. The extreme temperatures prove
how committed you all were. As a spectator who

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Thumbs down. Big money couldnt wait a few

weeks until after our Supreme Court Justice was
buried. They had to go political
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on my social security and I know the towns Fire
Department is well compensated for their services
and have an excellent retirement plan. Unions
are great, but sometimes they are unreasonable.

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Hudson Fire Log

Friday, February 5: 6:18 a.m. Motor vehicle
accident, Dracut Road. 8:46 a.m. Alarm box
detail, Lowell Road. 8:52 a.m. Medical aid,
Radcliffe Drive. 9:52 a.m. Wires down, Jeanne
Street. 10:51 a.m. Wires down, Dracut Road.
11:30 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Dracut
Road. 11:44 a.m. Box alarm, Derry Road. 11:49
a.m. Alarms in building, Ferry Street. 11:55
a.m. Medical aid, Tiffany Circle. 11:56 a.m.
Motor vehicle accident, Central Street. 12:04
p.m. Service call, Copeland Drive. 12:06 p.m.
Medical aid, Ferry Street. 12:19 p.m. Wires down,
Highland Street. 12:58 p.m. System trouble,
Industrial Drive. 1:01 p.m. System trouble, Federal
Street. 1:11 p.m. Wires down, Belknap Road.
2:42 p.m. Wires down, River Road. 2:58 p.m.
Medical aid, Cheney Drive. 3:01 p.m. Service
call, Dracut Road. 4:01 p.m. Medical aid, River

Road. 5:31 p.m. Medical aid, Derry Street.

Saturday, February 6: 7:54 a.m. Alarm box detail,
Lowell Road. 10:29 a.m. Medical aid, Stoney
Lane. 10:39 a.m. Medical aid, Derry Road. 11:26
a.m. Service call, Marie Lane. 12:05 p.m. Wires
down, Cummings Street. 1:02 p.m. Box alarm,
Hudson Park Drive. 1:20 p.m. Service call,
Westchester Court. 5:19 p.m. Medical aid, Krystal
Drive. 5:34 p.m. Medical aid, Lowell Road. 6:47
p.m. Mutual aid Engine, Londonderry. 10:55 p.m.
Medical aid, Glasgow Circle.
Sunday, February 7: 8:52 a.m. Motor vehicle
accident, Ferry Street. 11:59 a.m. Medical aid,
Lund Drive. 1:04 p.m. Motor vehicle accident,
Clement Road. 2:18 p.m. Medical aid, Derry
Road. 5:02 p.m. Medical aid, Chagnon Drive.
10:10 p.m. Medical aid, Madelein Court. 10:52
p.m. Box alarm, Lowell Road.

Monday, February 8: 5:59 a.m. Medical aid,

Corning Road (L). 8:16 a.m. Fire call, Ridgecrest
Drive. 9:52 a.m. Medical aid, Old Coach Road.
10:42 a.m. Medical aid, Derry Road. 10:57 a.m.
Medical aid, Library Street. 1:31 p.m. Mutual aid
Engine, Londonderry. 2:47 p.m. Motor vehicle
accident, Cottonwood Drive. 7:57 p.m. Medical
aid, Arbor Circle (L).
Tuesday, February 9: 8:03 a.m. Alarm box detail,
Lowell Road. 9:50 a.m. Medical aid, Derry Road.
10:46 a.m. Medical aid, Horse Shoe Drive (L).
11:38 a.m. Water rescue, Robinson Road. 2:59
p.m. Medical aid, Horse Shoe Drive (L). 3:07 p.m.
Alarm box detail, Lowell Road. 3:47 p.m. Water
rescue, Greeley Street. 3:58 p.m. Medical aid,
Glasgow Circle.
Wednesday, February 10: 12:26 a.m. Medical
aid, Glasgow Circle. 5:19 a.m. Motor vehicle

accident, Charles Bancroft Highway (L). 7:48 a.m.

Box alarm, Lowell Road. 10:28 a.m. Medical
aid, Pelham Road. 10:39 a.m. Medical aid, Derry
Street. 10:59 a.m. Medical aid, Village Lane.
11:05 a.m. Medical aid, Derry Road. 2:33 p.m.
Motor vehicle accident, Page Road (L). 2:48 p.m.
Medical aid, Derry Road. 8:05 p.m. Medical aid,
Dracut Road. 9:38 p.m. Medical aid, Central
Street. 11:30 p.m. Service call, St. Laurent Drive.
Thursday, February 11: 6:28 a.m. Motor vehicle
accident, Ferry Street. 7:58 a.m. Medical aid,
Wason Road. 2:25 p.m. Box alarm, Flagstone
Drive. 3:21 p.m. Medical aid, Robinson Road.
4:05 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Wason Road.
Friday, February 12: 12:13 a.m. Service call,
Washington Street. 12:55 p.m. Box alarm,
Flagstone Drive. 8:46 a.m. Box testing, Flagstone
Drive. 10:11 a.m. Medical aid, Fernwood Drive.

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Administrator, 2 Liberty Way, Litchfield, NH 03052.
he had a seventh-place finish due to the heat
he participated in. The age-blind perfectionist
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-TOWN OF HUDSONa time of 49.40. William Bauer would perform
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These five athletes have been impressive
the Community Development Paul Buxton Meeting Room in the basement of Hudson Town Hall
all season long and their progress has been
(please enter by ramp entrance at right side). The public hearings for applications will begin at
noticeable. Its rare to see young adults stay
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composed and driven to reach the very height
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the passion to continue their training and excel
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by Craig Smith
Anyone who has heard anything at all about
Campbell knows two things, both of which have
been repeated ad nauseam over the course of
the season. The first is that the team is small
and has no real structure, a fact that has perhaps
been blown out of proportion due to the singular
uniqueness of its existence. The second is that
these young athletes are good. They arent the
kind of good that gets a few friendly smiles at
parties when the subject is brought up, but the
kind of good that puts a sliver of black fear into
the hearts of every parent that has to watch their
kid try and match up against such unrelenting
speed and ferocity.
The single fact that Campbells Swim
team is so powerful is reason enough to give
credit where credit is due. On February 14
the 2016 NHIAA Division II Swim and Dive
Championships were held at the University of
New Hampshire in Durham. Twenty-one teams
participated in the mens bracket and 24 for
the womens. Campbell would take fifth place
overall, a feat made all the more impressive by
their well-documented lack of size.
The overcomplicated scoring is as relevant
as it is understandable, and, thus, the official
scoring shall remain a mystery until a later date.
What is known, however, is that Campbells
young men scored 118 points and the young
woman scored 93, both good enough for fifth
place and both good enough to sit atop the
standings behind only Oyster River, St. Thomas
Aquinas, Hanover, and Windham.
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by Len Lathrop
well defensively holding Jocelyn Chaput to four points through the
With three games
first 31 minutes.
left in the season,
Alvirne scoring was led by Jess Baker and Sam Ratte, both with
the Lady Broncos at
13 points, with Nicole Teague next with eight points; for South
11 and 4 are playing
Spearman had 13 and Chaput was controlled with only seven.
strong, but have
If the Lady Broncos could take all three contests coming up, their
a tough school in
record would soar to 14-3, and as the playoffs start they could be
Winnacunnet (13-3)
number two in Division One. If so, they would play the 15-seeded
to face on the 23rd.
team at Steckevicz; finishing
Salem then comes
above number 8 would mean
to Steckevicz on
a home game in the
the 19th with a 6-9
first round.
record, and the squad
travels to
Trinity 6-9
next Friday
the 26th to
finish the
season.
Marissa Sweeney has the ball in a sea of
Last Friday
Tomahawk defenders under the Bronco basket.
night, Alvirne
jumped out
to a quick lead against Merrimack in the first half, and
went into halftime up 28-10. Coach Szuksta reported,
Merrimack came out strong in the second half and played
strong defense to force several Alvirne turnovers. The
Tomahawks pulled it as close as a six-point difference.
Alvirne was able to hold on to their lead because of tough
post play and rebounding from Marissa Sweeney and
Nicole Teague. The final was Alvirne 45 Merrimack 36.
Alvirnes Marissa Sweeney had nine points, 15
rebounds, while both Nicole Teague (also eight rebounds)
and Amanda Wetmore had 10 points to lead the home
teams scoring. On the Tomahawks side, both Abby Yuan
and Jolie Jacoby scored 10 points to almost bring the
visitors mid way through the fourth period.
Tuesday night the Bronco Ladies went the Nashua South
The Lady Broncos are becoming known
where Alvirne with 47 took the game away from the home
Amanda Wetmore works her
for their tough defense. The Merrimack player
squad who only scored 35.
magic under the hoop for
drives
but
is
intercepted
by
Sara
Siteman
Alvirne used transition offense and solid defense to
two of her 10 points
and Emily Ratte.
defeat a tough and scrappy South team. Jess Baker played

Staff photos by Len Lathrop

Alvirne Splits a Tough Pair of Games

RCI

Connecting for two of his game-high

18 points is Jack Brown.
run whove outscored their opponents 36-18 from
the free throw line over the last two games. Yet,
as poorly as they played in the first quarter they
were down by just a single point after the opening
period. Jack Brown was key in keeping Alvirne
close as he scored six of his game-high 18 points
in the first quarter.

spun around the rim and did not

drop for Alvirne. The Broncos
trailed at the half 30-22.
Nashua South opened the third
period with a full court man-to-man
press and ran their lead up to 18
points. Alvirne continue to have
problems getting shots to fall. This
was especially true for inside drive
and offensive putbacks. Alvirne
trailed after three quarters 49-32.
Midway through the fourth
quarter the Broncos finally got on
track. Jack Brown, who had been
held scoreless since the five-minute
mark of the first quarter, scored 12
fourth-quarter points. Trailing by
15 with five minutes to play, the
Broncos outscored the Panthers
14-3 to cut the lead to 60-56
with 1:30 to play but could not
quite come all the way back. In
addition to Jack Browns 18 points,
Max Bonney-Liles scored 13 and
Danny Brown scored nine. Connor
Lambert, DJ LaMothe, and Alex
Christie chipped in with six points
each.
After the game, Coach Brian
Lynch talked about the teams
performance, We just came out
flat for the first three plus quarters.
Thats not the type of basketball that
got us the last two wins. The way
we played for the last five to six
Jacen Hudson just gets over the outstretched hand of
minutes is the way we have to play
one and under the hand of another Panther defender.
for 32 minutes to win these types of
games.
The Panthers, spurred on by a large and vocal
The Broncos are 5-8 in NHIAA
fan base, upped the game tempo and started
Division I play and 7-9 overall this season. They
running in the second quarter. A one-point lead
look to get back on the winning track at Salem
quickly turned into 12 as balls antagonizingly
Friday night.
Staff photos by Mike Bourk

by Mike Bourk
After Alvirnes big win over Bishop Guertin last
week, one might have expected a Bronco letdown
playing against the second-ranked Tomahawks of
Merrimack. After a slow start the Bronco turned
in a fine second-half effort and shocked the
Tomahawk fans 62-57.
Merrimack came into the Feb. 12 game 5-0 at
home and 9-2 overall. The game started out rather
expectedly as Merrimack led 29-24 at the half.
Danny and Jack Brown kept the Broncos within
striking distance, combining for 14 of Alvirnes
24 points. Alvirne Coach Brian Lynch has talked
about situations like this in the past, We have the
type of a team from both a mental and physical
standpoint, that if were close in the second half,
weve got a shot at winning.
Truer words have never been spoken by Coach
Lynch. In the third quarter, underclassmen Jack
Brown and Max Bonney-Liles teamed up to score
16 of the Broncos 18 points as Alvirne led 42-41
after three quarters. In the fourth quarter Alvirne
held off a late Merrimack charge to win the game.
One of the keys to Alvirnes win was their ability
to convert free throws. The Broncos made 18-30
free throws. Merrimack made just 11 trips to the
charity stripe, making just seven shots.
Jack Brown led all scorers with a season-high
25 points. Max Bonney-Liles finished with 13
points and Jacen Hudson chipped in with eight.
Broncos Taken Down by Panthers
A strong fourth quarter was not quite enough for
Alvirne to get out of the deep hole they dug early
on in the Feb. 16 contest as Alvirne fell to Nashua
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first quarter resembled a heavyweight prize fight.
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score was just 2-0 in favor of the Panthers. The
referees allowed a significant amount of contact
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Hudson~LitchfieldSports

HMS Cheerleaders Win

Back-to-Back Tri-County Titles

Bronco Wrestlers Look Forward

to Divisional Championship Meet
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Staff photos by Len Lathrop

Courtesy photo

Sports

Hudson Memorial School cheerleading team

submitted by Michelle Rourke
The Hudson Memorial School cheerleading
team members are the back-to-back winners of
the Tri-County Division 1A championship.
The team won the 2016 Division 1A Tri-County
Cheerleading Championship against seven other
teams on Friday night, Feb. 12, at Sanborn High
School. They competed against Elm Street,
Timberlane, Rundlett, Merrimack, Londonderry,
Bedford and Salem and won with a score of 88.7.
The second-place team, Salem, scored 85.7.
Members of the team include eighth graders
Julia Alves, Jacey Bryant, Hannah Covey, Jocelyn
Fielding, Lily Fullerton, Maddy Hoyt, Ashley
Ladebauche, Autumn Robinson, Nicole Russell,
Shelby Scott, and Sara Vincent. Seventh graders
include Sarah Aslanian, Hailey Clarke Hayley
Dufour, Mia Gora, Mackenzie Jacques, Bridget
Lalmond, Brenna McClure, Hailey Ramalhinho
and Emma Tate. The sixth graders are Kayleigh
Arnold, Gabriela Calderone, Makayla Chadwick,
Olivia Gentile, Darrah Gerace, Gwen Grondin,

Kylie Holzmann, Adrienne McKoy-Sophos and

Brooke Pascoe.
Eleven of the team members have never
cheered before this season, and the team
competed without three of its key players: Sara
Vincent, who sustained a knee sprain the day
before the competition, and Gwen Grondin and
Makayla Chadwick, who are recovering from
concussions. The team rallied behind their injured
players and went on to win the championship in
their honor.
The team is coached by Liz McGivern, an HMS
eighth grade teacher, with help from many Alvirne
cheerleaders who have come back to support the
program. McGivern says, Many thanks to the
Alvirne coaches Shyla Francoeur and Jess Ryan,
who have helped us this year. Their teams are so
encouraging to us, and they often come to help
us at practices. We couldnt do this without their
help!
The team competes next at Pinkerton on
Saturday at Astroblast, and they are looking
forward to States in March.

Cavalier Pee Wees Shut Down

Billerica Indians

Looking at the referee, Jacob Noonan hopes he has scored three

points for a near fall, as he exposes Centrals Momin Khawjas
shoulders to the mat.
by Len Lathrop
While truly functioning as a team,
wrestling is a man-to-man sport and
so a dichotomy exists. Each wrestler
must compete individually on the mat
to earn points for the team.
As the team season ended on the
tenth, the Broncos hosted Manchester
Central, tallying a 36 to 21 win.
While this match marked the seasons
end, it also signified the last time the
three seniors would grapple under the
big light that swings from the ceiling
of the Steckevicz gymnasium.
Jacob Noonan, DaShaun Morin
and Cole Sevigny and their families
were each honored before the match.
These student/athletes wrestled in
the 195, 220 and 285 weight classes,
respectively.
During Wednesdays meet, Cam
McClure pinned Hunter Lasman of

While Bronco Mike Braccio is on top, he would not score points

for being in control of his opponent until his legs are free.

Olivia Crema Signs

with Sacred Heart University
Campbell High School had a
National Letter of Intent signing day
on Feb. 10 for Olivia Crema. Olivia
will play soccer at Sacred Heart
University in the fall.

Courtesy photo

break. The defense led by Matt

Tourangeau and Emma Dunn
was swarming all over Billerica
so much that Billerica only had
one shot on goal during the first
period.
The last goal of the first period
was scored by Bailey Landsteiner
on a rebound from Sinead
Macaraegs fast break shot. Isaac
Windsor scored the fourth goal
for the Cavaliers with an assist
by Matt Tataronis. During the
second period, Kevin Perry and
Cameron DeFilippo provided a
solid defense that held Billerica
to a few shots on goal.
Third period Billerica
woke up and peppered Cavs
goalie Connor Reeves with an
onslaught of shots that scored
two goals. After those goals, the
Cavaliers defense of Matthew
Tourangeau and Keith Hubert
shut down the Indians.
Billerica pulled their goalie with two minutes
left and assaulted the Cavs goal with multiple
shots, but Reeves stopped four shots on goal. The
Cavs defenseman Keith Huber stole the puck and
fed it to Windsor, who scored on an open goal
to cap the Cavaliers victory. The Cavaliers next
opponent will be Wakefield.

Sinead Macaraeg after a fast break goal

submitted by Southern New Hampshire
Youth Hockey Cavaliers
This past Sunday the Southern New Hampshire
Youth Hockey Cavaliers Pee Wee A team
handily beat the Billerica Indians 5-2 at the
Conway Ice Rink in Nashua. Sinead Macaraeg
opened the game with a goal on a rebound shot
by Sean McCarthy. She then teamed up again
with McCarthy for the Cavs second goal on a fast

Olivia Crema with her parents,

Mike and Julie, by her side

Courtesy photo

Courtesy photo

the first period. About seven minutes into the game,

an own goal on a delayed penalty put Alvirne-Pelham
up 2-0. The goal was credited to Bobby Haverty, as he
was the last Avalanche player to touch the puck before
it found its way into the Trinity net. This turn of events
would light a fire under the Trinity Pioneers and lead
to them producing a flurry of shots on Curtis Richall at
the beginning of the third period, but the strong play
of the Avalanche team would stop their momentum.
Halfway through the third period, a beautiful
breakaway goal by Brendan Parent put the Avs up
3-0 and would put the game away for good. This
win improves the Avalanche record to
4-10 and they will need a near-perfect
last four games to make the playoffs.
With the momentum generated from
this dominating win, it is very much
possible.

Avalanche team patiently awaits the game during the national anthem.
submitted by Alvirne-Pelham Avalanche
Following a stretch of losses, the Avalanche needed to compose
themselves if they want to make a run at the playoffs. The stage was
set at St. Anselm College to face off against Trinity (7-5).
This would truly turn into one of Alvirne-Pelhams best games on
the defensive side of the puck. Sophomore Doug Herling would
start the scoring for the Avs early in the first period, and that is all
that they would need. Senior goalie Curtis Richalls 28-save shutout
would lead the Avalanche to a 3-0 victory over a Trinity team that is
very much in the playoff picture.
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and then Frank Roark, in the 138
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Alvirne recorded four forfeits which
made the final 36.
While the team record is only 3-7-1
on the season many very promising
Alvirne wrestlers will be competing
Saturday, Feb. 20, at Nashua North
beginning at 9 a.m.
From Alvirne in the Division 1 States
are as follows: Jake Leigh 106, Cam
McClure 113, Kavin Foley 120, and
Nick Milinazzo 126. Frank Roark 132,
Cam Levesque 138, Mike Braccio 145,
Bailey Lussier 160, Jacob Noonan
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each weight class qualify for the Meet
of Champions on
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AHS Cheerleaders Victorious
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Bellomo is 1000 Meter Champion;

He and Westhoff Qualify
for New Englands

Hudson~LitchfieldSports

submitted by Michelle Rourke

The Alvirne varsity cheerleading team
earned first place at the 2016 Cheer
Madness competition at Nashua North
on Saturday, Feb.13. The team competed
against Concord, Bishop Guertin and
Londonderry and emerged victorious in
their first competition of the season.
Coach Shyla Francoeur said, This
team works very well together. We are
a small team in size this year, but not
in talent! The team is looking forward
to competing at Astroblast on Saturday,
Feb. 20.

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Noah Bellomo in the 1000 meter run

sophomore Mike Barrett, and freshman Owen Pedi

placed 10th.
Individually competing for the girls were senior Erin
Rosier who placed eighth in the high hurdles; junior
Amber Bardsley who placed ninth in the 600 meter
run; sophomore Jenna Bradish, who placed eighth in
the 1500 meter run; and freshman Jessica Fontaine,
who placed 15th in the 1500 meter run. The girls 4
x 400 meter relay of freshman Dominique Millinazzo,
sophomore Tammy Greenlaw, sophomore Felicia Manzi,
and junior Keanna Smigliani placed 11th, and the girls
4 x 200 of Rosier, Bardsley, junior Kristin DeCoste, and
sophomore Liz Marr placed ninth in the division.
The Bellomo and Westhoff next will compete in the
New England Championships at the Reggie Lewis Center
in Boston on Feb. 28.

Campbell Wrestling Finishes

Season Undefeated

Courtesy photo

by Mike Bourk
The Campbell girls basketball team did not
match up well against the Huskies and fell to
Monadnock 60-33; nevertheless, they remain
optimistic about the upcoming playoffs.
Monadnock started fast and never looked
back. The Huskies had excellent ball movement
and scored several easy layups in transition as
Campbell found themselves trailing after the
first quarter 16-7. The Cougars made some
adjustments on defense in the second quarter to
curtail the Monadnock fast break, however, errant
passes continued to plague the Campbell offense
as the Huskies pulled away to a 30-13 lead at the
midpoint.
Campbell Head Coach Bobby Allan talked
about the issues in the Cougar passing game, Bad
passes were definitely an issue. We tend to trust
that people will be in the right position to receive
a pass, and obviously that wasnt the case tonight.
Its something weve been working on all season,

Kendall Westhoff in the 1500 meter run

Staff photos by Mike Bourk

Amber Gibbons drives to the basket against the

Monadnock defense.

pivoting, moving the ball, and safe passes.

Weve lost a few games this year where we just
beat ourselves.
Freshman Jaelyn Lavigne led Campbell with
five first-half points. Also working hard under
the boards for the Cougars were senior Alexis
Putzlocker and sophomore Cleo Schultz. They
had their hands full with Huskies senior Hannah
Rehmer (12
points) and
junior Julia
Tindell (10
points). Avery
LaCroix led
Campbell in
scoring with 10
points before
fouling out late
in the fourth
quarter.
The
loss evens
Campbells
record to 8-8
in NHIAA
Division III
play. Girls
Division III
has the largest
division in
NH basketball
with 27 teams.
Twenty teams
make the
playoffs. The
top 12 teams
draw first-round
byes and teams
ranked 13-20
play each other
to fill the field
of 16 teams.
The Cougars
are right on
the cusp of
drawing a bye
with two games Campbells Avery LaCroix pulls up
for a 16-foot jump shot.
remaining.

Campbell wrestling team seniors, from left: Luke Orlando, Dillon Cloonan, Michael Richardson,
Tyler McCrady, and Adam Hayward
submitted by Bob Gannon, Campbell Wrestling
In a very impressive 51 to 24 win, the Campbell
Cougar wrestling team beat previously undefeated
division rival Plymouth Bobcats. With the win,
the Cougars finish the regular season undefeated
in Division III, winning the Dual Meet title. The

entire team took part in the victory, wrestling

strong from top to bottom. Campbell won 10 of
the 13 matches that were wrestled.
The Cougars finish the regular season at
Pinkerton on Saturday and then host the Division
III State Tournament next Saturday,
Feb. 20.
Campbell celebrated senior
night prior to its match,
honoring the efforts of senior
captains Tyler McCrady,
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Alvirne varsity cheerleading team members,

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Ferentino, Hanna Vaillancourt, and Sarah
Linnehan. Front row: Catie Donahue,
Dominique Gentile, Emily Chaisson,
and Victoria Ciardiello.

submitted by Jeff DiPrizito, Alvirne Track & Field

On Feb. 7 the Alvirne girls and boys teams both
competed in the New Hampshire Indoor track
Division One championships.
In the meet, junior Noah Bellomo took first place in
the 1000 meter run while senior Kendall Westhoff was
second in the 3000 meter run and sixth in the 1500
meter run. Kendall Westhoff also broke the boys
school record in the 3000 meter run with a time of
8:53.4. The previous record holder was Noahs older
brother Aaron Bellomo, who is running for Robert
Wesleyan in upstate New York.
Also competing individually in the meet on the
boys side were senior Azuolas Sidlauskas who placed
eight in the shot put and junior Eddie Barry who
placed tenth in the division in the high hurdles. The
boys 4 x 400 relay team of Sidlauskas, Barry, junior
Mitchell Lavoie, and sophomore James Descoteau
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