Congrats Laconia on the wonderful improvements to Lakeside Ave.

To The Daily Sun,

With Memorial Day weekend in our rearview mirror, the summer tourist season begins with a huge success. Anyone who may have visited the Weirs Beach area on Saturday or Sunday could not help but notice how busy it was. I believe there is a reason for this and it is quite simply, but most importantly, the result of the many renovations the city has made to one of their many jewels: Lakeside Avenue. For many years, this area has been referred to by visitors and vacation writers as slightly run down, "honky tonk" and old resort area. Well, no more my friends, as the city has stepped up to make a major investment to renovate the aging infrastructure and most importantly refresh the tired look of the Weirs so as to enhance what is considered the most scenic port on Lake Winnipesaukee.

Judging by the Memorial Day weekend crowd's reaction, it was a huge success. The area was abuzz with activity, with families strolling along the new sidewalks, taking in the clean, new look and enjoying the many offerings the Weirs has to offer. I truly believe and certainly hope the revitalization of the area will have a very positive effect on attracting new businesses in the future that will enhance the area even more.

For this long-time business in the Weirs, we congratulate the mayor, city manager, city councilors, Public Works Department and taxpayers of Laconia and all involved with this major project. You have built something to be proud of.

On behalf of the owners and crew of Mount Washington Cruises, thank you. We are very proud of calling the Weirs our home port.

Jim Morash

Owner & Captain

Mount Washington Cruises