Local News
Children's Auction distributed $345k to 33 different groups
LACONIA — The Board of Directors of the nonprofit WLNH Children's Auction announced yesterday that it has distributed $345,000 of the $416,500 raised in 2012 among 33 charitable and non-profit organizations in the Lakes Region.In a statement accompanying the allocation, the directors explained that last year they undertook a thorough review of the distribution process to ensure that the missions of the agencies being funded matched that of the auction. In the course of the review, the board found that over the years the work of the organizations aligned with the goals of the auction and fell into three general... Read more
History lesson: how Gilford's trash collection payment system developed to where it is today
GILFORD — From the former gravel pit off Kimball Road through Clinker-Bell on Route 11-B to today's setup at the Laconia Transfer Station, the town's trash collection service has been linked with Laconia since the 1970s.Department of Public Works Department Director Sheldon Morgan has been…
Community Services sells all $956,250 in tax credits to help pay for $2.4 million renovation of Laconia's old Federal Bldg.
LACONIA — Chris Santaniello, executive director of Lakes Region Community Services, announced yesterday that the agency completed the sale of $956,250 worth of tax credits, which is among the largest grants of tax credits in the history of the Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) and…
Used LFD equipment headed for El Salvador
LACONIA — Firefighters at the Central Station yesterday piled up protective clothing they call "turnout gear" as members of the N.H. National Guard prepared to load the items into a box truck.The gear is bound for San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador and the…
Letters
This interpretation of Second Amendment is not at all schola…
To the editor,,Dear Mr. Wiles,It would truly be amusing if it weren't so sad that you chose to speak on behalf of Don Ewing. Where to begin in answering your diatribe, aka letter, in response to my query of weaponry for private citizens.By your verbiage alone you allow us insight as to your feelings about the NRA, gun manufacturers, the Second Amendment and President Obama, just to name a few. Demeaning President Obama with all... Read more
Armed Forces Day - Sacrifice
Surrounded by sand, rocks and gritEating meals from a ready-made kitI dream of my green, far aw…
Newfound Lakers: let's not let…
To the editor,It's summertime and Newfound Lake is open for business. Its pristine waters are c…
Why is target on law-abiding g…
To the editor,I sometimes wonder at things people say in their letters. For instance the other …
Columns
Henry Limpman - An open letter to our Belknap County House D…
As a community, we Granite Staters can do better when it comes to balancing our state budget and improving the communities we live in. Typically, efforts tend to get stifled by ideological positions in our Legislature that discount the reality of New Hampshire's condition and how public policy affects it. The needs of our communities that can be addressed by additional state revenue must be balanced with the concerns raised by a casino. It is... Read more
Roy Sanborn - Home thefts incr…
There were 77 residential homes sold in the twelve Lakes Region of N.H. communities covered in …
Pat Buchanan - Obama got only …
Has the bell begun to toll for the GOP?The question arises while reading an analysis of Census …
Froma Harrop - Obama & Cli…
On its face, the murder of Americans in Libya, including our ambassador, has absolutely nothing…
Sports
Belmont girls' lacrosse picks up three more wins
After three wins this week, the Belmont High School girls' lacrosse team improved its record to 9-1-1.Using a stalwart defense and strong offensive attack, Belmont defeated John Stark 9-1 in Weare on May 13.Just 5 minutes and 16 seconds into the game Belmont scored to take the lead. Thirty five seconds later the team scored again providing all the offense the girls would need for the victory. Belmont's offense controlled the pace of the game throughout the half... Read more
Three games, three more shutou…
The Gilford High School softball team increased its record to 13-1 after three games played thi…
Gilford tennis beats Laconia, …
The Gilford High School tennis team stands at 11 wins, 2 losses after splitting a pair of match…
Sachems looking to make strong…
LACONIA — With a record of 12 wins, one loss, the Laconia High School varsity baseball team is …
Weddings
Engagement-Partaledis-Hartford
Adam Partaledis and Hilary HartfordFaye Hartford of Fuquay Varina, North Carolina is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter Hilary Faye Hartford to Adam John Partaledis, son of Mr. & Mrs. William Partaledis of Peabody, Ma. Hilary is a 2003 graduate of Gilford Middle High School and a 2007 graduate of Keene State College. She obtained her Masters Degree in 2010 from Southern New Hampshire University. She is currently employed as a Substance Abuse... Read more
Anniversary: Vinzi
Rocco and Barbara Vinzi Rocco and Barbara J. Vinzi (Rocky and B.J.), formerly of Worcester, Ma…
Anniversary-Hynes
Daniel and Dorothy HynesDaniel and Dorothy Hynes will celebrate their 5th Wedding Anniversary o…
Anniversary-Murtagh
George and Ruth MurtaghGeorge and Ruth Murtagh of Gilford, are celebrating their 74th Anniversa…
Calendar of Events
5-20-13 Calender
Lakes Region Art Association meeting. 7 p.m. in the Woodside Conference Building at the Taylor Community. Artists are invited to bring an original piece of work. For more information call 293-2702. 'Coffee and Classic' Senior Momentum program featuring the movie "On Golden Pond". 9 a.m. at the Gilford Community Church, Fellowship Hall. Breakfast avaliable at $2 per person. RSVP by calling 527-4722. The Moultonborough Lions Club hosts a "Good Old Summer Time" dinner meeting... Read more
5-19-13 Calendar
Line Dancing at Starr King Fellowship Sundays from 4-5 p.m. $5 per person. For more information…
5-17-13 Calendar 1
Jazz performance by the Casswell Sisters hosted by Blackstones. 8 p.m. at the Margate Resort. G…
5-16-13 Calendar
Daily events happening at the Hall Memorial Library in Northfield. Writer's Group 5:30 p.m. Car…
Announcements
Meredith Village Savings Bank's Annual Photo Contest underwa…
MEREDITH — Meredith Village Savings Bank's (MVSB) Annual Photo Contest is underway and the bank is now accepting full-color photography entries for consideration to be included in their 2014 Community Calendar and website, www.mvsb.com. In addition, Community Calendar entries may also be selected to be used for MVSB's holiday cards and/or note cards.Whether amateur or professional, all photographers are encouraged to submit their favorite photos representing the many flavors of the Belknap, Carroll and Grafton... Read more
(D) Princeton Review Names Ply…
PLYMOUTH — Plymouth State University's ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability has l…
Workshops for Paraprofessional…
PLYMOUTH — Paraprofessionals, one-on-one aides for students with disabilities, parents and inte…
'Financial Recovery' workshop …
LACONIA — The Family Resource Center of Central NH with support from the Bank of NH will host t…
Births
Parker Jonathan Ashton
Parker Jonathan AshtonParker Jonathan Ashton was born on January 4, 2013 at 3:37 p.m. at Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia, to Laura Dunn and Ryan Ashton of Laconia. He weighed 5 pounds 13 ounces and was 18.5 inches long. The maternal grandparents are Cal and Tammy Dunn, Jr. of Laconia. The maternal great grandparents are Anita Dunn of Laconia and Harry and Thelma Bean of Gilford. The paternal grandparents are Jim and Cheryl Barnes... Read more
Harper Sue Seager
Harper Sue Seager was born on December 28, 2012 at Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia. Sh…
Croy Aldin Danforth
Croy Aldin DanforthCroy Aldin Danforth was born to Jessica St. Gelais and Michael Danforth of L…
Birth: Jackson Kai Jacobs
Jackson Kai JacobsMaj. Nathan and Jennifer Jacobs of Haleiwa, HI are pleased to announce the bi…
People
Shafique Welcomed as a New Member of NSCS
Sonya ShafiqueSonya Shafique of Gilford, New Hampshire has accepted membership in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). "NSCS is more than just a symbol of academic achievement. Membership gives students access to a number of amazing benefits including career and networking resources, scholarships, travel, and service projects both on campus and in the community," says Stephen E. Loflin, NSCS Founder & Chief Executive Officer. NSCS is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies ... Read more
Birthday-Blake
Corey James BlakeLordy Lordy! Look Who's 40! Happy Birthday from your Loving Family!
Remember America's Veterans
The Laconia Daily Sun wishes to thank all of our Veterans and their families for the sacrifices…
St. Cyr Winged
ST. CYR WINGEDMarine Lt. Devon A. St. CyrMarine Lt. Devon A. St. Cyr. received his wings in May…
Obituaries
Michael Barone - Benghazi & IRS scandal: something in co…
What do the Benghazi cover-up and the IRS scandal have in common? They were both about winning elections, under false pretenses.Winning elections, after all, is something Barack Obama is good at. He obviously loves campaigning and delivering grand orations to enormous adoring crowds. He loves it so much that he flew off to Las Vegas to campaign the day after the first murder of a U.S. ambassador in 33 years.What actually happened in Benghazi was... Read more
Genevieve F. Basiliere, 90
TILTON — Genevieve F. (Deveau) Basiliere, 90, a permanent resident of Tilton since 1991, died T…
Stanley W. Whitney, Sr.
GILFORD — Stanley W. Whitney, Sr., 81, of Bear Creek, Ormond Beach, Florida and formerly of Lac…
Madeline E. Bean, 102
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida — Madeline Elizabeth Bean passed away at Indigo Manor, Daytona Beach Fl.…
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