To the editor,
Thank you Liz O'Neil. Your letter to the editor in the February 9th edition of The Laconia Sun was so refreshing. A pure account of a childhood memory of a snowy winter's night in Massachusetts many years ago. No complaints, no politics. 
What a treasure to have lived during that time — no television, no cell phones, nor iPads or texting, just the thrill of going sledding on a Saturday morning.
Your mother who raised twelve children said the sweetest and dearest words at bedtime..."Say your prayers and go to sleep." Thank you for sharing a beautiful memory from your past.
Cynthia Lepre
Laconia

To the editor,
Just a brief note to thank those people in Meredith that have so generously come to the assistance of the Liberty House homeless vetern's shelter in Manchester. With extremely limited resources, and no assistance from the Veteran's Administration, donations from the private sector such as those that have come from the people of Meredith are extremely critical if Liberty House is to keep its doors open for New Hampshire's homeless veteran's population.
Once again, Liberty House extends its appreciation to those from the Meredith area that have supported our homeless veteran's program, many of whom are combat veterans. The Liberty House staff assures you that your donations are always utilized with the veterans best interest at heart. God bless you.
Bill Zarakotas
Manchester

To the editor,
Letter to the Sanbornton selectmen:
Apparently Sanbornton has not had a need for the Winnisquam Fire Station because it's been closed for the past six years. I am curious does anyone know what kind of an impact that has had, if any, on our lakeside residents? Haven't seen any letters in the paper or comments at the BOS meetings complaining about the service provided by our Fire Department. Have you ?
I suspect that Belmont was pushing for the reopening due to the demand in service in that area of Belmont. Lets see if the taxpayers of Belmont are willing to pay for that station to reopen on their own!
If the Selectmen of Belmont don't want to speak to us anymore let them explain their attitude to their taxpayers at election time!
Bill Whalen
Sanbornton

To the editor,
I, Bill Bolton, am running for selectman of the Town of Plymouth, and would appreciate your vote on Tuesday, March 12.
I've resided in Plymouth for most of my life. My wife Denise and I chose to raise our four children here and have benefited from Plymouth's excellent school system as well as the town's nurturing environment. In fact, my son Will is about to graduate from PRHS and will become a student at Plymouth State University next fall. We have much at stake in Plymouth's continued success and in PSU's high quality of education.
When I think of Plymouth, many things come to mind — the physical beauty of our town and surroundings, the good public school system, and the close collaboration between the town and the university. But I also think of high property taxes, the impending development of the Tenney Mountain Highway corridor, and the rollout of diverse alternative energy systems. The town's direction depends on its strong and effective boards and commissions, and an effective town manager and staff. The Selectboard assures that the proper tools are provided to the town management and that it is governed correctly.
I am running for selectman because I have a strong sense of civic duty and a love for the Plymouth community. I have also had many years' of experience managing the staff and budgets of large state agencies. I have served as New Hampshire State Registrar and am currently an information technology consultant for a national association. Throughout my career in state government, I have pursued cutting edge projects involving innovative solutions. I have developed a skill-set that allows me to be thorough in the analysis of issues and problems, and defensible and just in my decisions.
Due to good fortune (and good broadband connectivity), I am now able to work out of my home. Although not quite an "empty-nester" (my daughter is a seventh grader at PES), I find I have more time to offer the Plymouth community, and I have volunteered for such organizations like "Keep the Heat On" (recently appointed chair of the Sponsor Committee), and the "Educational Theatre Collaborative". I also have time to offer the Selectboard.
In the years ahead, the Plymouth Selectboard must take increased responsibility for ensuring that the town's character is preserved within a reasonable tax structure. I would like very much to work for my community in deciding how we achieve that goal. Thank you for your vote on Tuesday, March 12.
William R. Bolton, Jr.
Plymouth