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Commemorating Boy Scout Sunday in Song and Scripture

Staff photos by Len Lathrop
by Len Lathrop
What started in England in 1908 the Boy
Scouts movement-- was celebrated on Sunday,
Feb. 7, at the Litchfield Presbyterian Church,
where the morning service was dedicated to
and involved the Scouts in every aspect of the
worship. The movement first began in England
with the publication of the first installment of
Robert Baden-Powells Scouting for Boys.
As the colors were presented, the opening
hymn Morning Has Broken was sung,
followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, the
Scout Oath and the Scout Law. Reverend
Doctor Lori Wiley masterfully worked the
service, leading and directing through their
Scout laws as the Scouts recited the scripture
lessons and did the gospel readings. On
Scoutmaster Paul Parker, Ryan, Colby, Cameron, William, Noah, Jack, Shawn, Max, Killian, David Franklin (Crew Adviser),
Eagles Wings was sung by the congregation.
and Pastor Rev. Dr. Lori Wiley
Rev Dr. Wiley had mentioned it was chosen
as it is the music at most Eagle Court of Honor
great Scoutmaster of all Scouts be with you until
David Franklin, church elder and Scout
ceremonies.
chaplain, gave the morning message speaking
we meet again.
When it was time for the childrens message,
about the history of Scouting and how Scouts can
The Litchfield Presbyterian Church sponsors the
the children came forward and were able to ask
interact in todays world.
Scouts and holds the charter for the Cubs, Scouts,
Scout Ryan about the badges on his uniform and
After the offering, the service ended with the
Boy Scouts and the Venture Scouts.
The children listen as Scout Ryan explains the uniform badges.
what they meant.
Scoutmasters Prayer and a benediction: May the
100 Days of Kindergarten

in Hudson as if Each was a Year
Mia from
Ms. Naughtons class
Joshua and Lilla from

Mrs. Malizias class
by Len Lathrop
In todays world of electronic messages, the
invitation came to visit the ELC (Hudson School
Districts Early Learning Center) --what was known
as the Library Street School and H. O. Smith
School-- as it was the 100th day of kindergarten
and the students had dressed up for the special
day.
Upon arrival for the newspaper guy, all of a

sudden the world was smaller, and, as you went
down the hallway, all these students came out
of their rooms dressed as 100-year-old adults. It
was a 60-degree winter day with full sunshine,
so outside we went, and half of the 100-year-old
pretenders sat on the wall as the ones with canes
(no disrespect to canes) were in front. Several
pictures later we were done (you know how those

make-believe centenarians cant all look at once).
The baggy nylons were one of the best costume
elements as demonstrated by Mia. And a big
thumbs up to the work of the moms and dads
who made this happen.
Town Warrant Articles Include Another Request for a New Fire Station
by Lynne Ober
After much financial review, it has been
For the majority of the morning there was little
decided to ask for a 10-year bond as this will
discussion on the 15 warrant articles presented by
also save taxpayers significant money. Buxton
Hudson Selectmen.
said that the cost of
Voters will see a second
the bond would be
request to build a new fire
approximately $280
station (Warrant Article
spread over 10 years
6), but this year Chief Rob
or $28 per year on the
Buxton was able to answer
average home. He did
all the questions asked
not give a cost-perat last years deliberative
thousand figure.
session to the satisfaction
Warrant Article
of community members.
7 is the operating
While a more in-depth
budget in the amount
look at this warrant article
of $24,384,481.
will appear in the HLN
This budget actually
next week, a number of
represents a decrease
money-saving factors
of three cents per
related to this bond request
thousand on the tax
were discussed.
rate.
Because the new fire
Both Warrant
station using a proven
Articles 8 and 9 have
plan used previously by
no impact on the tax
Londonderry, Hudson
rate and are paid by
residents benefit from
users of town water
significant savings as
and sewer systems. In
Hudson Fire Department
both cases, there is
did not have to pay an
no increase to users
Sergeant Patrick McStravick, Detective Allison Cummings, either, and these
architect to design from
Detective Kevin Riley and Daniel Dolan present the colors quickly passed to the
the ground up. Buxton
at the deliberative meeting.
also had figures for
ballot.
renovating the existing
The next four
Burns Hill Fire Station and
warrant articles (10found that it was cheaper to build the new one.
13) relate to wage and benefit increases for town
Part of that fact is related to the Burns Hill stations
employees.
odd-sized, narrow lot that has wetlands on both
Warrant Article 10 is for Hudson Firefighters,
sides of the existing building. The plan calls for
IAAF Local 3154, for three years. Selectman Rick
the new station to be built on existing town land
Maddox said it was the next step of ensuring
on Lowell Road. This property has access to
quality people in the Hudson Fire Department.
existing town water and sewer and will have a
This also includes dispatchers and paramedics
natural gas heating system.
who staff the ambulance service. It consists of
Chief Buxton showed response times, and,
a two-percent raise plus step increases if the
after much research, found that more homes,
employee is eligible. The first year of the contract
businesses and property will be served quicker
will require an additional $79,829. The second
from the proposed new location than what is
year will require an additional $74,451, and the
possible from the Burns Hill location.
last year amounts to an increase of $74,361.
The Hudson Support Staff (Warrant Article 11)

for the elected Town Clerk/Tax Collector, who
will add one cent to the tax rate in the first of three
currently earns $54,921. This article raises the
years and two cents in each of year two and three
salary to $60,000. Nichols said they looked at
according to Selectman Ted Luszey, who said,
six surrounding towns and decided to provide a
This contract provides for a two-percent cost of
salary that was above the mid-point of the other
living adjustment each year. Eligible employees
towns. The warrant article asks for an increase of
would also receive a step on their anniversary
$6,035 which includes benefit increases as well.
date. The contract also provides for a one-time
Warrant Article 14 is to hire one full-time police
pay scale adjustment for the assistant town clerk/
officer. Selectman Coutu spoke to this article
tax collectors, utility clerks and the deputy town
that asks for $85,343 for salary and benefits,
clerk/tax collector based on comparable area
of which $35,652 is for benefit costs. Finance
towns salary data.
Director Kathy Carpentier said that the budget
The amount of money raised by this contract is
always asked for the family benefit level for
$32,562 in the first year, $32,562 in the second
new employees. This would have a 3-cent per
year, and $31,606 in the third and final year.
thousand impact on the tax rate. Coutu said staff
All of the contracts included language to reopen
had not been increased since 2007. He said there
the agreements for the purpose of negotiating any
were 32 staff members in patrol, of which eight
changes in the health insurance plan that may
were supervisory staff. According to Coutu there
be necessary to avoid the
are three lieutenants
application of the Cadillac
and five sergeants. The
Tax to the town, but since
remaining 24 are patrol
all of these are three-year
officers, and this would
contracts there should be no
add one more patrol
impact as the Cadillac Tax
officer.
will go into effect in five years
Neither Warrant
unless federal law changes.
Articles 15 nor 16 was
Warrant Article 12 for
unanimously supported
Hudson Police, Fire and Town
by selectmen as voters
Supervisors Association also
will see on the ballot.
provides for a two-percent
However, Selectman
COLA in each of three years
Rick Maddox said that
and step raises for eligible
his not recommended
employees. Selectman
votes were solely based
McGrath said the contract
on prioritizing warrant
would add three cents per
articles by need. I was
thousand to the tax rate the
afraid we were asking
first year, another 3 cents per
for too much. I know
thousand in the second year,
we need both of these
and 3 cents per thousand in
positions, but I didnt
the third year of the contract.
want to ask for so much
Speaker of the House Shawn Jasper talks to the
The first year $78,662 would
that
people started voting
audience about utilities at Benson Park.
be raised, in the second year
no.
$73,290 and in the third year
Warrant Article 15 asks
$71,368.
to increase the part-time recreation department
Warrant Article 13 presented by Selectman Pat
continue to page 13- Town Deliberative
Nichols was to provide a 9.24783 percent raise
2 - February 12, 2016 | Hudson - Litchfield News
Hudson Fire Loses One of its Own
Michaela Short, daughter of Christopher and Lisa Short of Litchfield,

will play the part of Veruca Salt in Nashua Catholic Regional Junior
High Schools production of Roald Dahls Willy Wonka, Jr., on April
15 and 16.
Wentworth Military Academy and College is pleased to recognize
Alexander Tucci of Hudson for achieving academic excellence.
Alexander was named to the fall Presidents list.
Greg Emanuelson was named to the Deans List for the fall semester.
He is attending St. Josephs College of Maine Studying Sports
Marketing and Business Management.
The University of Maine recognized 2,216 students for achieving
Deans List honors in the fall 2015 semester. Among those named are
Brendan Smith of Hudson and Shannon Kerrigan of Litchfield.
Send your Accolades to news@areanewsgroup.com with a photo
Courtesy Photos
Catholic Schools
Week Celebrated
submitted by Presentation
of Mary Academy, Hudson
Catholic Schools
Week was celebrated
at the Presentation of
Mary Academy. Along
with many fun activities
throughout the week,
Steve Blunt made an
appearance. Mr. Steve is
loved by all children and
that was exemplified on
Feb. 2. The PMA Parent
Group sponsored this
event for Pre-K through
grade two. Children were
dancing to their Steve Blunt
favorites such as Hip Hop
Kangaroo and Hang on
Henry.
Accolades
by Len Lathrop
Captain Dave Morin closed the service this way: She took part
On Thursday evening, Ferry Street
in a Firefighting Citizens Academy and performed many of the
was busy as the fire service and the
firefighting skills we as firefighters complete daily. This knowledge
town staff were there to honor
helped her with her official duties but also with her relationship
and say goodbye to Jennifer
with the fire department members.
Riel.
On the outside she seemed quiet and unassuming a not a
Every organization has
very good demeanor in a place where you need to have a thick
that right-hand man/woman
skin and a good sense of humor. I can tell you we quickly
who does much behind the
learned if you messed with her it was game on.
scenes with little notice
I would like to thank Jen for her assistance, dedication,
but truly makes the group
hard work and friendship both on the professional and
run. Jen was one of those
personal level. Her passing is a great loss to all of us at
people. She was dedicated
Hudson Fire.
and committed to her
To her husband Scott, sons Kyle, Evan and family, we send
family, job and community,
our deepest sympathies to all of you. We thank you for the
was the introductory
time you allowed Jen to spend with us. She will remain as part
statement make by Fire
of our firefighting family and will be truly missed.
Captain David Morin as he
Jennifers impact on the Hudson Fire Department should be
spoke about Jennifer.
measured by the sadness and tears that were present as the thin
Jennifer L. Riel died suddenly
red line paid homage to their lost friend.
in her home on Jan. 29, 2016. Born
in Charleroi, Pa., she spent her last 12
years in Hudson. For the past three years,
she was the executive secretary at the
Hudson Fire Department.
In emergency services there is what
is referred to as the thin line, whether
it is blue for police officer or white for
emergency medical services, or green
for game wardens and park rangers, Jen
worked to know everything she could
about the thin red line, which denotes
firefighters.
Fire Chief Robert Buxton recalled
Jennifers start at the HFD. Jennifer Lee
Riel was first employed by the Town of
Hudson in the Finance Department in April
of 2007. During this time she utilized
her skills as the water clerk and senior
accounting clerk. In September of 2012,
she accepted a new challenge working
as the executive secretary for the Hudson
Fire Department. From the date of her hire
Jen accepted any challenge and showed a
dedication to the department that cannot
be matched by many.
The line of ocers included all fire personnel and explorers
Early on in Jens career with the fire
and extended from the funeral home to Library Street.
department, I remember one afternoon
asking her how she was enjoying her
new position. She said she was enjoying herself; the work was
challenging but rewarding. I followed up asking what the best part
of her new job was; she told me that the fact that we had windows
and sunlight truly was the best part. She did state that she really
did not understand what we really did, but she wanted to learn
what certain items were and how they affected the operation. So
we arranged a ride-along day for her.
This was slated to be a training day for her to learn what exactly
the fire department was all about. Little did we know that this day
would be the day we had our largest fire of the year. From this
point forward she was hooked. Always listening to the calls we
went on even adding herself to our texting program so she would
know if we had an incident of significance during non-work hours.
Jen would continually support us and found ways to keep herself
involved, becoming an active member of the Hudson Firefighters
Relief Association ultimately becoming the association treasurer, a
position that she showed great passion and dedication to.
Winter 2016 Adult Education

at Alvirnes
Wilbur H. Palmer Vocational-Technical Ctr.
Full class descriptions can be seen online at www.sau81.org/ahs
Classes begin the week of March 7, 2016 Early registration helps ensure classes will run!
MONDAY NIGHTS Beginning March 7, 2016

Welding 1 The Fundamentals ~ 5 Week series This popular class is taught by Hudsons own Dave Anger.
Learn the basics! No experience necessary. 6:00-9:00 pm. Tuition (incl. materials) $100
Introduction to Watercolors - In this 5 Week series learn the basic techniques of watercolor. Each week
students will explore techniques and develop a small portfolio of work including still life and landscapes.
No prior experience required. 6:00-8:00 pm Tuition $50 (Materials cost of $15 paid to instructor)
Beginners Knitting - This 6 Week course will culminate with a kind infinity scarf for each participant.
Learn everything you need to know including how to read and design a knitting pattern, casting on and
binding off. Knitting needles and practice yarn will be provided for the fist night along with guidance of
how to select appropriate needles and yarn for your project. 6:00-7:30 pm Tuition $50
No experience necessary.
TUESDAY NIGHTS Beginning March 8, 2016

Welding 2 Tig and Mig ~ 5 Week series (Pre-requisite Welding I) In this course you will build on
skills learned in Welding I and learn Tig and Mig welding. 6:00-9:00 pm Tuition (incl. materials) $100
Beginners Yoga - 5 Weeks of learning the benefits of stress reduction, relaxation, strength and flexibility.
Each class offers detailed instruction to move in and out of uncomplicated poses, as well as breathing
techniques to support your practice. No experience necessary. 7:00-8:00 pm Tuition $40
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.
Retired Captain Weaver (inside door) and Retired Captain Todd Hanson
man the door for the many people who came to pay their respects.
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Hudson - Litchfield News | February 12, 2016 - 3
Remember Hudson When ...

Alvirne Barn
submitted by Ruth Parker
Today we refer
The subject of todays
to the high
photo is well known to
school and farm
most of our readers: the
as Alvirne; the
Alvirne High School barn.
summer home is
Hudson is fortunate to
called The Hills
have a working farm as
House. Dr. Hills
part of its educational
continued the
program and also to have
operation of the
an historic farm that
farm by a farm
dates back for several
manager. Ida
generations in the Hills
Virginia passed
Family.
in 1908.
Alfred Kimball Hills,
A short
Hudson benefactor,
time later he
was born on this farm
married Jessie
in 1840. This was his
Norwell,
father Aldens, farm, and
a Nashua
his grandfather Elijah
native. Dr.
before that; going back
Hill passed
Pastoral scene of Alvirne Barn c. 1970
to James. James was the
in 1920 and
youngest of three brothers
by his will
who established the Hills Garrison about 1710. Their grandfather,
he established the funding for an industrial school to be called
Joseph Hills of Malden, Mass., received a grant of some 500 acres of
Alvirne. His will was met with many challenges; but, on June
land within the boundaries of the present town of Hudson from the
7, 1948, Alvirne High School opened its doors for the first time.
Commonwealth in 1661.
A six-week summer session was held for 22 girls and 15 boys.
Alfred married Martha Simmons of Rhode Island, studied
Classes were held within the Hills House and on the surrounding
medicine at Harvard, and established his medical career in New York
farm land. This brief session, taught by Maude French and
City. Martha passed while he was still a young man. He married a
Kenneth Gibbs, was sufficient to secure the funds for the town of
second time to Ida Virginia Creutzborg of Pennsylvania. Alfred and
Hudson. Through the encouragement Jessie Norwell Hills Alvirne
Virginia purchased the Hills Family farm and built a summer home
High was built on the site of the Hills family estate and the
on the premises. He called the farm and his summer home Alvirne.
Alvirne farm became part of the educational program of Hudson.
The first graduation was held in June 1950.

This photo was taken c 1970, before the expansion of Alvirne to
include the Palmer Vocational Technical Center. It was taken from
a roadway which led from the north end of the high school to the
farm. We can see the herd, barn, and some of the students.
As most readers recall, Alvirne suffered a severe fire in 1974 and
was rebuilt one year later. What may have been forgotten or not
realized is that the Alvirne barn was also destroyed by fire on the last
day of March 1993. The new barn, very similar to the original, is
shown in the second photo. One sure way of distinguishing photos
of the barn is the weather vane (called by many a Web vane) on
the new barn. This vane was placed upon the cupola of the barn
in honor of Web Wilbur Palmer, long-time Voc-Tec director and
agricultural teacher of Alvirne.
Alvirne Barn 2016
Golden Retriever Rescued after Falling through the Ice

submitted by David S. Morin, HFD Public Information Liaison
A dog was rescued from Robinson Pond after the animal broke through thin ice. Hudson Fire Alarm
received a 9-1-1 call from a resident reporting the incident at 11:39 a.m.
Firefighters located the Golden Retriever named Murphy about 20 feet from shore with his front legs
and head above the water. Firefighter Mike Armand donned a water rescue suit and ventured out onto
the ice. Within a short time he also broke through the ice and had to smash the ice to reach the dog,
making the rescue difficult. A leash was placed around the dogs neck. With the 110-pound animal on
top of the firefighter, other firefighters with ropes pulled the dog and firefighter to shore.
The Hudson Police Animal Control officer dried off Murphy and covered him with warming blankets.
Once warmed up Murphy was walked from the pond to his owners vehicle.
Six firefighters, officers, staffing one squad, one ambulance and a command vehicle operated at the
scene.
The Musical Journey Continues

for PMA Students
Courtesy photos
submitted by Presentation of
Mary Academy, Hudson
The Chin children are
at it again! Isabel and
Daniel Chin, who attend the
Presentation of Mary Academy
in Hudson, are continuing
their musical journey.
Once again, they will be
playing with the Nashua
Chamber Orchestra. This
years concert will be held
on March 12 with each child
playing a solo piece. In
addition, Daniel won second
place in the American Protg
Competition and will be
playing at Weill Recital Hall at
Carnegie Hall in New York on
April 23. Isabel and Daniel
will also be playing for other
events and master classes in
Boston with their chamber
groups. Isabel and Daniel
are not only talented
musicians.
Principal Sister Maria
Daniel Chin
Rosa said, I am so
proud of the children.
Not only are they super
talented, but also brilliant. Their grades are outstanding with both
children on the honor roll. Congratulations to the both of them!
PAUL W. GOLAS, D.M.D.

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Serving Southern New Hampshire for 20 years
New Student Registration
The New Student Day Registration
will be held on
Wednesday, February 17th from 9 am to 10 pm

Will be held at Library Street School
Please bring the following information with you:
-Proof
of Residence
(Purchase/Lease Agreement, Deed, Tax Bill or Town Affidavit)
-Copy of Childs Birth Certificate

-Immunization Records
-Current Physical Exam
Any child that is currently a student at Libary Street School or Dr H.O. Smith
School does not need to register again. Please note all registration forms
on-line are to be printed and completed by you and brought with you to one
of the registration days with the above information.
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The Word Around Town...

Letters to our Editor
Diagnosing Political Correctness

The American Left has been astoundingly successful in the past 40 or so
years in controlling the political dialogue in our country. There are several
ways in which they have accomplished this but I want to focus on just of
them for now. Lets talk about the control mechanism they have invented
which we are presently calling Political Correctness. Many of us realize
that it has become a major problem in public discourse but are at a loss as to
how to overcome its effects so that one may have an intelligent conversation
with somebody with whom one disagrees. Indeed it has so paralyzed people
that they are too frightened to say what they really want to say lest they be
labeled with one of the many derogatory labels that the Left uses to shut
people up.
Well its important to understand what is going on. This whole
movement toward using Political Correctness in our dialogue as a control
factor has a lie at its root. Every lie has an element of truth in it otherwise
it would never develop into a successful political force with the power
to control peoples thought processes. The root lie behind this Political
Correctness phenomenon is that all human beings are the same. Now if I
say to you 2 plus 2 equals 5 you reject my statement out of hand. But if I
say that human beings are all the same, you hesitate and think over what I
said because obviously human beings do indeed share many common traits.
But of course the truth is that there are vast differences among people and
people groups. These differences often put people and people groups into
direct conflict. These differences are often so meaningful to people groups
that in extreme circumstances they are willing to fight wars and die in them
to preserve what they think is right and true about the culture and political
systems under which they live. People are very different and the cultures
they form are distinctly different. If there are indeed vast differences in
cultures and political systems they cannot all be right. The English word
culture is from the Latin word cultus and means literally an organized
system of worship. Our culture is undeniably based on a Judeo/Christian
worldview. This is Undeniable Truth 101 and I dont care if any arrogant,
pompous, self-important college professor says otherwise. Its historical
fact. Our system of government was founded by a people group who were
adherents to the tenets of the Judeo/Christian worldview even though
some of them were Deists and not specifically Christian in their religious
convictions. Allowing people with vastly different and often directly

contradictory world views and cultures (systems of worship) and who have
absolutely no intention of assimilating into American culture but who
are intent on importing their culture here, is a recipe for disaster and the
destruction of our country as we have known it.
Stephen R. Catman, Litchfield
Jerry Gutekunst, Hudson
More on the Subject of Citizen Apathy

Not too long ago, like last summer maybe, my most favorite editor/
publisher in the whole wide world presented us with an Editorial on Apathy
among the citizens of Hudson but in a general as well and sort of asking
why it is so. Today Id like to relate to the readers a true story/event on why
apathy is becoming as much a crisis as illegal drugs and just as destructive.
This true event/story took place on Monday the 8th at the Hudson Town
Hall between myself and a clerk in the tax office and when it concluded it
was a stark reminder about why apathy is spreading all around us. You see, I
had misplaced my vehicle registration renewal statement/billing, so I stopped
by the Town Hall tax office to get another copy so I could pay my vehicle
registration next week. I began to experience the symptoms of a frightening
stroke when I was told Id have to pay $17.50 for a piece of paper, the copy
of my vehicle registration statement; that would be generated from within
the computer right here in that office.
Then I began to think to myself, that indeed it is one of the countless
reasons for so much apathy and disgust with government, that government
has again become much like the plantation owner and me/us as the slaves
on the plantation. Because I misplaced my vehicle registration statement,
the plantation owner/overseer was about to punish me for my insolence and
incompetence in losing my registration statement; with 17 and half lashes of
the whip at a dollar a piece. One piece of paper that would take one clerk
about one minute to print off her computer for $17.50 is as much an insult,
as having your safe drinking water switched to water containing high levels
lead; just to save money. But the examples of insults from government are
long and pervasive, like the years of de-funding drug and alcohol treatment
programs that is now causing hundreds of overdose deaths every year now
and the past denying assistance to families with children diagnosed with
developmental disabilities, that the state was then forced to do in a class
Darlene Piper was a Special Person

The Hudson-Litchfield NEWS is a true pillar of our community. But a
pillar doesnt just appear one night in the same way a fully grown oak tree
doesnt just appear on your front lawn. Just as the oak starts from an acorn,
someone had to have the drive, talent and vision to have started the HudsonLitchfield NEWS. That someone was Darlene Piper.
Darlene started the Hudson News (Litchfield was later added) in 1980
BC. BC meaning Before (desktop) Computers. At that time it took
special equipment, artistic skill and a lot of hard work to put together a
physical newspaper. And thats not counting the creative writing, the selling
of advertising and the organization, printing and distribution of the paper.
And to do it again, every week. It takes a special person with a special talent
to create that from just an idea.
But a newspaper is more than just words and pictures on newsprint. It
is a public trust. Darlene understood that and ran the Hudson-Litchfield
NEWS exactly that way. She talked the talk and walked the walk. If
something was wrong, she said it (in print) - sometimes at personal risk.
As one of the three individuals who succeeded Darlene as publisher, we
would have conversations about what she faced and what to expect when
publishing information others wanted kept secret. Thus I must add
courage to the list of her attributes.
So, my friends, please take a few seconds and reflect on the fact that
this letter you are reading now would not have been possible if not for the
vision of a truly talented and courageous women, Darlene Piper, who passed
away last week. Thank you, Darlene, for what you have created for this
community. It was an honor to have known you.
Andy Renzullo, Hudson
Car Ends up in Pond; Driver Unhurt
Two Injured after

Snowmobile Crash

Hudson firefighters, on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at 3:48 p.m., were alerted to a
vehicle in the water at the intersection of Greeley Street and Barrettes Hill.
The caller reported a vehicle in the pond. On arrival crews reported a
single vehicle in the water with the driver self-extricated from the car before
emergency crews arrived on the scene.
Firefighters donned ice rescue suits and entered the water to removed
personal items from the car and checked for any gasoline or oil spilled into
the waterway. The operator was evaluated by the Hudson ambulance and
was shaken up but not injured.
Firefighters remained on the scene for one hour to assist the towing
company in removing the vehicle from the water.
One ambulance, one squad, one engine and one command vehicle
staffed by 10 firefighters from the Central, Robinson Road and Burns Hill
Fire stations responded to the scene.
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Hudson firefighters on Sunday, Feb. 7,were alerted to a snowmobile
accident in a wooded area behind 63 Clement Road at 1:04 p.m. On
arrival crews were advised the accident was several hundred feet off the
road and two people were reported to be injured. An area resident with a
snowmobile transported a medic out to the scene.
The medic began treatment to the patients while other firefighters
gathered specialized equipment and walked into the crash site. One
patient received minor injuries and walked out of the area. A second
patient was carried out in a Stokes basket to a waiting ambulance.
Two ambulances, one squad and one command vehicle staffed by nine
firefighters from the Central, Robinson Road and Burns Hill Fire stations
responded to the scene.
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Your Hometown Community Calendar
Currently
Winter/Spring Childrens Programming registration has
Now 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 886-6030 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. On Thurs., Feb. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., there will be a
reception where you can meet the artist, light refreshments will be
served.
Saturday, February 13
Community Breakfast and Bake Sale, 8 to 11 a.m.,
Litchfield Community Church, 259 Charles Bancroft Hwy.
Come enjoy the best breakfast in town, cooked by the
Mens Fellowship. Choose off the menu. Free. Donations
welcomed.
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16 Library St. in Hudson.

Tuesday, February 16
In Stitches knitting/needle work group meets on the
first, third, and fifth Tuesday of the month at Aaron Cutler
Library from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 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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Steps to Starting Your Business. If you are planning to start a

business or are in the early stages of launching one, then this
workshop, presented by the Center for Women & Enterprise, is for
you. In this workshop you will learn to develop your business ideas
and planning, consider your legal structure, discuss choosing a name
and entity, learn how to obtain an employer identification number,
licenses, permits, and insurance. Leave the session with an A to Z
overview and specific tools and tips that will help you get started
quickly. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Rodgers Memorial Library, 194 Derry Rd.,
Hudson. Registration requested, go to rmlnh.org/events or call 8866030.
Wednesday, February 17
The Litchfield Senior Citizen Group will meet at 12
p.m. at the Community Church on Charles Bancroft Hwy.
Michael George will be discussing the history of bottles and
glassmaking in New Hampshire. Attendees are invited to
bring in their old bottles to be evaluated. A pizza luncheon will be
provided. All senior citizens are invited.
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Kids Club (ages 3-11), Litchfield Community Church, 259 Charles

Bancroft Hwy. Kids Club Valentines Party at 10:30 a.m. Call 7147067 or e-mail pastorLCCP@gmail.com for more information.
Adult Board Gaming Day at Rodgers Memorial Library. From 12
to 4 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month join Play Date NH
as they teach an assortment of new board games or bring your own
favorite games to play at the Rodgers Memorial Library in Hudson.
Play Date NH is a volunteer organization aimed at educating the
community about the benefits of games and gaming. They hold
events to introduce new games, expand the gaming audience and
invite citizens to make gaming of all types a part of their family,
school and community. Call the library at 886-6030 for more
information.
Tween Game Night meets every third Wednesday night of the

month at the Aaron Cutler Library for tweens in grade 6-8 to come
and enjoy a variety of board games lead by Litchfield resident Nick
Ozmore. This program runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and is free and open
to the public. Feel free to call the circulation desk with questions at
424-4044.
Friday, February 19
Hudson Memorial VFW Post 5971 will 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.
19th
Valentines Dinner to benefit Ways and Means, 6 to 11 p.m., at the

Hudson VFW Post located at 16 Bockes Rd. $20 per person. Baked
Ham, potato, vegetable, rolls, dessert and coffee. DJ all night long!
Cash Bar, 50/50, Raffle baskets! Call Lorraine at 571-1374 for tickets.
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Sunday, February 14
Start your celebration of Valentines Day by going to
church! 10 a.m. at the Litchfield Community Church,
259 Charles Bancroft Hwy. Theme of the Worship Service:
Marriage and Love. Litchfield Players Drama Group, Choir,
Soloist Terry Jefferson.
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Saturday, February 20
American Legion Post 48, 1 Fulton St. in Hudson, will host
a Meat Raffle beginning at 2 p.m. You must be 16 to play.
Proceeds are for veterans and families in need. For more
information call the Foxhole at 889-9777 after 11 a.m.
adults. Hot food and drinks available. Contest sets three-hole limit
per entrant. Adults - $10; under 15 - $5. For more info visit: www.
hudsonkiwanis.org.
Tuesday, February 23
New: Adult Fans of Lego Group. Come to the Rodgers
rd 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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February 23 thru February 26

Winter Recess: Hudson and Litchfield School Districts
Thursday, February 25
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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Thursday, March 3
Curious About Solar? Part II. Everything youve always
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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.
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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Tuesday, March 22
The Homeland Heroes Foundation - Helping Soldiers
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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 at
HomelandHeroesFoundation.org or by calling (617) 910-6948. Visit
us at facebook.com/www.homelandhereosfoundation.org.
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Sunday, February 21
What a Catch! 30th Annual Hudson Kiwanis Ice Fishing
Derby, Robinson Pond. Sig up 7:30 to 10 a.m. Bait available
from licensed NH Bait Dealer. Prize sponsors, raffle prizes,
trophies for winners under age 15 . First to sixth place
categories: Perch, Pickerel and Most Unusual Catch. Cash prizes for
1st
A Used Book Sale to benefit the Hudson library will be held today,
Valentines Day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hills Library building,
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by Bedford
pinned Mason Adams in 1:57 of the first period. Then
Frank Roark at 138 won a decision over Andrew Corkery 9
to 5, which added three points to the Bronco total.
The match total was 18-3 as Bronco Mike Braccio won
over Zachary Stephenson, bringing the Bronco total to 14.
The contest ended at the 160 weight class when Bailey
Lussier was pinned by Jacob Collins of Bedford.
The Broncos completed their regular season matches
Wednesday night after press deadline against Manchester
Central.
Obituaries
Everylifetimehasastory
Frank Roark against Nashua South in an earlier contest this season
Staff photo by Len Lathrop
by Len Lathrop
The Bronco grapplers traveled to Bedford last
Wednesday and, from the box scores, neither team had a
full complement of wrestlers. The team totals were Alvirne
14 and Bedford 21. The 106, 113, 152, 170, 182, 195
and 220 weight classes had no fighters from either school.
Wrestling up in the 285 division was Da Shaun Morin,
who usually fights at 220 where he was pinned by Bobby
Heald of the home squad.
At 120 Alvirnes Cam Mcclure lost by decision, 4-2. At
126, Kavin Foley was pinned by Bedfords Ted Williams.
Nick Milinazzo put Alvirne in the scoring column as he
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Obituaries
Helga Lieselotte (Blome) Reinitzer

Helga Lieselotte (Blome) Reinitzer,
77, of Hudson, died Feb. 4, 2016, at
the Southern New Hampshire Medical
Center in Nashua.
Helga was born on April 6, 1938,
at home in a small Bavarian village of
Oberau, Germany. She was the third
child of six children born to Amalie and
Emeran Blome.
Helga studied and learned the trade
of becoming a seamstress in the nearby
town of Garmisch. This is where she met
her husband of 60 years, Julius, in the
summer of 1955. Helgas interests and
hobbies included sewing for her family, gardening, and cooking. She
took great pride in designing the clothing she made and created many
ball gowns that were worn to the numerous military balls she and her
husband attended, while he was serving in the US Army for 30 years.
Helga also had a green thumb and took great pride in her garden.
She could identify all the flowers and plants that grew on her four
acre property in Hudson. Helgas home cooking and delicious cakes

and meals were appreciated most of all by her husband, her family,
her friends, and especially her grandchildren who often helped her
bake and decorate German Christmas cookies for the holidays.
She will be remembered for her loving way and for being a
dedicated and loving grandmother, who assisted in raising her four
dear grandchildren.
Her loving family includes
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her husband, Julius Reinitzer
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of Hudson; her daughters,
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Elaine Reinitzer of Hudson
and Ilona Reinitzer of
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Litchfield; her sons-in-law,
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Paul Miller and Peter Blaser;
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and four grandchildren.
Adrian Cote, Jillian Cote,
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Savannah Reinitzer, and Sierra
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Reinitzer.
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Feb. 9 in the Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Home, 50 Ferry St. in Hudson.
A service of remembrance was held
Feb. 10 in the funeral home. Burial was held privately in the NH
State Veteran Cemetery in Boscawen.
To share an online message of condolence with the family, please
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Parking on the Street in Hudson

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by Len Lathrop
Following a public hearing where no one opposed or supported
the new ordinance and, after discussion at two other meetings, it
was added to town code by a 3 to 0 vote.
Police Chief Jason Lavoie and Road Agent Kevin Burns, at two
different selectmens meeting, both outlined the problems when
cars are in the street and the plow has to go around them then
go back to clean up the street. Chief Lavoie spoke of all the
manpower it takes during storms to assist the plow trucks and
during a snow storm there could be many other police matters to
handle.
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Model Kits Puzzles Paint-By-Number Trains & Scenery

Slot Car Sets Breyer Horses R/C Trucks & Planes
other schools to go, said Campbell

senior Connor Palma.
A total of 358 students participate in
the CTE programs, with 68 being students
from surrounding high schools as far as
45 minutes from Alvirne.
Many of the students who excel at
these programs, take their skills out into
the work world to find equal success.
For example, Alvirne Class of 2002
graduate and former culinary student
Nicole Barreira is currently an executive
chef for T-Bones.
I enrolled in Alvirnes CTE program
in hopes to gain some knowledge in
the field. What I left the program with
was great mentors, confidence, and an
immeasurable edge in my field. It was
evident that my high school culinary
Alvirne seniors Glenn Donovan and Nathan Gendreau
counterparts and I felt more prepared and
with a John Deere tractor used in the CTE programs
confident in our college culinary kitchens
in high school. For example, students enrolled in
and classes. I
health science can earn up to nine college credits,
truly believe
an LNA certification, and a CPR certification.
this program
Health science teacher Jane Colavito leads
was a catapult
Alvirnes HOSA group. HOSA is an international
for my college
student organization that assists young people in
acceptance and
learning about opportunities in health-related field
my career. It
and furthering their skills and leadership.
is one of the
The one thing I really like about HOSA
best decisions
is that Mrs. Colavito opens us up to all the
Ive ever made
different careers you can have in the medical
for myself,
field, said Jessica Baker, an Alvirne senior who
Barreira said
plans to attend Boston University and become a
in the CTE
physicians assistant because of her exploration in
brochure.
the CTE programs.
In total,
The CTE programs Alvirne offers are as follows:
12 of the 14
Accounting, Academy of Finance, Building Trades,
CTE programs
Culinary Arts, Careers in Education, Health
have attributed
Science and Technology, Horticultural Operations,
credit or dual
Veterinary Science, Drafting and Design,
enrollment
Alvirne veterinary science student
Marketing, Digital Media, Project Lead the Way,
credit, which
Taylor Clements holds up
Forest and Wildlife Management, and Heavy Duty
means they can
Petunia the chinchilla.
Mechanics.
earn college
credit while still
Staff photos by Tom Tollefson
by Tom Tollefson
Way, and successful participation in USA Skills
Many middle and high school students carry
Competition, placing first place for diesel the last
around uncertainties about their future paths as
three years.
they go about their academic careers. Alvirne
Teachers are great and show you what you
High School has been hard at work getting
need to know. Unlike math and science classes,
the word out about their Career and Technical
they teach you how to do everything. Its all
Education programs, which give students
hands on, said Alvirne senior Tristan Williams.
opportunities not only to further their career
Williams has taken courses in building trades,
exploration, but to prepare them for the work
wilderness survival, and small engines, but
force with 21st century skills and experience.
culinary is one of his favorites. In this program,
These messages was sent out loud and clear to the
students dont just learn about cooking, but
several hundred visitors at the high school CTE
actually run the schools student restaurant,
programs fifth annual open house on Feb. 3.
Checkers, which serves their school and the
Every one of the programs has a focus on
Hudson community. CTE students take part
the future and its post secondary or career
in running school businesses that serve the
employability skills, said Alvirne Principal Steve
community as part of their class. Some examples
Beals. The CTE is the jewel in our offerings. It
are the school store, flower shop, bank, preschool,
gives us the diversity of our scheduling offerings,
and farm, which all serve as the real-world
and it encourages our community with programs
classrooms.
like the restaurant, the bank, flower shop, store,
You learn by doing. You get to do all the jobs
adult day program, and preschool program.
of cooking, serving, and cleaning. Each student
More than 90 students volunteered their time
takes turns having their own menu on display,
to set up for the evening and showcase the
Alvirne senior Triston Williams said about taking
14 different CTE
part in the
programs through
culinary arts
demonstrations,
program, which
meeting and greeting
offers Culinary
guests, passing out
I, II, and III,
fliers, and answering
programs,
questions about their
affording
hands-on focused
opportunities that
classes as parents
you may not get
and students freely
at other schools.
walked through the
Since
classrooms.
Campbells a
Among the CTE
small school
programs boastings
it doesnt have
to make it stand out
what Alvirne
are its 100-acre tree
High School
farm, animal farm,
does and doesnt
sole large and small
have culinary
animal high school
and all these
Alvirne student Seth Holt and heavy duty mechanics
programs in the
programs. Its
instructor Adam Vignault next to an engine used in the
state, participation
nice they allow
heavy duty mechanics course
in Project Lead the
students from
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It was also ironic that when the public hearing was being held
it was snowing, the town plows had been removing snow all day,
Chairman Maddox mentioned that so far today he had heard
of six requests for police assistance with motor vehicles on the
street.
This fine is in addition to the overnight parking fine that is in
effect from November to March relative to parking on the streets
from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. That violation carries a $20 fine.
After the vote Selectman Coutu expressed a concern that
during daylight hours that the police use some discretion issuing
the interference ticket as some businesses in town might force
their customers to park on the street.
Litcheld Police Log

Wednesday, February 3: 12:43 a.m. Medical emergency, Cranberry Lane. 10:43 a.m. Police assistance,
Liberty Way. 10:49 a.m. Welfare check, Charles Bancroft Highway. 2:12 p.m. Welfare check,
Ledgewood Drive. 3:53 p.m. Assist other agency, Derry Road. 5:40 p.m. Animal involved Incident,
Charles Bancroft Highway. 6:09 p.m. Suspicious vehicle, Pilgrim Drive.
Thursday, February 4: 12:31 p.m. Medical emergency, Brook Road. 1:04 p.m. Suspicious vehicle,
Pinecrest Drive. 2:28 p.m. Criminal mischief, Derry Road. 5:15 p.m. Motor vehicle complaint, Page
Road. 5:19 p.m. Suspicious activity, Derry Road. 5:37 p.m. Reporting disturbance, Liberty Way. 5:40
p.m. Report of theft, Woodland Drive. .
Friday, February 5: 9:48 a.m. Paperwork service, Charles Bancroft Highway. 10:20 a.m. Police
assistance, Liberty Way. 10:23 a.m. Paperwork service, Burgess Drive. 12:32 p.m. Motor vehicle
accident, Charles Bancroft Highway. 3:18 p.m. Wires down, Nesenkeag Drive. 4:14 p.m. Wires down,
Page Road. 5:19 p.m. Welfare check, Wren Street. 7:23 p.m. Welfare check, Riverview Circle. 8:00
p.m. Disturbance, Wren Street. 11:37 p.m. Nicholas Drohan, 19, of Hudson was arrested on a warrant.
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at Litcheld School Deliberative;
Now onto Voters
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by Mike Falzone
There was some confusion as the discussion
It took two hours to discuss just five warrant
went on concerning the intent of the article.
articles last Saturday at the Litchfield School
If we lose phones that could cost $20,000.
District Deliberative meeting at Campbell High
If a server goes down, it could cost $30,000.
School.
We dont have that in the budget, so to fix
Besides the main budget article, only Article
these items, money would have to be taken
Two proposed raising money through taxation,
from somewhere else, explained school board
while articles three through five place money
member Derek Barka.
remaining at the end of the school year into
Budget committee members thought the
three different capital reserve funds. During
fund would be used to help level the spikes
the budget review, the budget committee cut
in future technology purchases, not as an
$535,749 from the school districts proposed
emergency fund.
budget.
If thats the case, then I want to change my
The proposed 2017 budget raises taxes
vote to not recommend this article, explained
$1.03/1,000, or $309 on a home valued at
budget committee member Bill Spencer.
$300,000.
Budget committee member Chris Pascucci
The Litchfield Budget Committee began
disagreed with the no tax impact label, citing
deliberation on the school budget in
there is always a tax impact. Monies that
November, reducing the proposed school
are leftover will not be applied to next years
district budget in Special Services, Campbell
budget to offset taxes if this passes.
High School, Salaries and Benefits, and
Budget Committee Co-Chair Kerri Douglas
Conferences and Travel because of historical
explained she voted against the article because
under
spending.
The fifth area
reduced was
Building and
Grounds, of
which some
was moved to
a new warrant
article.
Fewer
than 50
townspeople,
who werent
Campbell High Principal Laurie Rothhaus, Grin Memorial School Principal
on the
Scott Thompson, and Litchfield Middle School Principal Tom Lecklider,
school board
and school district staff are ready in case they need to address an issue.
or budget
committee,
attended the
meeting.
there is no plan in place.
I wasnt sure if we were going to have
Article 4 asked to move $50,000 from
enough people to vote, commented one
unreserved fund balance to the Building
resident.
Maintenance Capital Reserve fund. This
Article 2 asks if the voters will raise $40,000
money would be used for emergencies, and
for a district-wide assessment of school
Litchfields schools are aging. Campbell High
buildings and school systems to provide a road
School is 16 years old, and Litchfield Middle
map to the adoption of a school district capital
School is 35 years old.
plan.
School Board Chairman Bourque cited that
School Board Chairman Brian Bourque
the school department replaced a boiler this
stated currently school custodians maintain
year, and that cost was $30,000.
equipment as best they can, but they are not
Article 5 asked to take $100,000 from
electricians, plumbers, or HVAC techs.
unreserved fund balance (leftover monies at
Residents were concerned that companies
the end of the school year) and move them to
doing the evaluation were also the potential
the Special Education Capital Reserve Fund
service providers, and were assured that was
established in 2004.
not the case. The article was recommended by
We added $50,000 to that fund in 2009,
both the school board and budget committee.
and its never been touched, said Bill Spencer.
Article 3 asked to establish a capital reserve
He made a motion to lower the $100,000 to
fund for the purpose of the acquisition and
one dollar.
replacement of hardware, software, and other
Over the past four years, the school district
technology equipment; and to place $100,000
has spent only 79 percent of its budget, leaving
into the fund from unreserved fund balance.
a fund balance in that account each year.
The article has no effect on taxes because
Theres your emergency fund, commented
money would only be placed into the account
Budget Committee Chairwoman Cindy
if there is money remaining at the end of the
Couture. Because of the uncertainty of student
year.
placements, there has been a long-standing
Resident Dennis Miller thought that the
gentlemans agreement between the school
budget committee was supporting technology
board and budget committee that any leftover
in the proposed budget, which is $168,516
monies in the Special Ed account would be
over last year.
returned to the voters.
One residents/teacher spoke about problems
its hard to budget for what ifs, agreed
of servers going down and problems with
Spencer and Douglas. What ifs are just
wireless connections during the school year.
scare tactics, in my opinion, insisted Spencer.
Its tough to do grading or lessons if we cant
I just see this as another attempt to squirrel
get access to our server. More and more of our
away money that the school board can spend
classroom experience is computer based, and
when no one is watching, added Pascucci.
we need to be able to rely on technology.
Voting on the budgets will be on Tuesday,
March 8.
Board Discusses Renewal of Bus

Contract with $424,010 Increase
by Len Lathrop
During their regular meeting on Feb. 1,
the Hudson School Board voted, upon the
recommendation of the Business Administrator Karen
Burnell, to waive the bid process for the First Student
Transportation contract that will be expiring on June
30 of this year.
This new five-year contract would result in an
increase of $424,010.89 cost over the five-year
contract, which will run until fiscal year 21. The
board had several questions that Burnell will get
answered by First Student and return those answers
to the board.
As the school department prepared for FY 17
they had budgeted for a 10 percent transportation
increase, however, this contract that the school board
might approve leaves a shortfall of $19,418.96 in
next years budget. Burnell reports the proposed
contract from First Student came in 1.6 percent
higher than was budgeted for the FY 16/17 school
year.
Some of the highlights of the reasons not to bid
follow, according to Burnell:
1) In the past when the district transitioned from
one transportation company to another startup
procedures were detrimental in getting students
home on time each day. This was particularly
true of the elementary students. In the first
year of the current contract with First Students
the first three weeks were extremely difficult
with students bus rides sometimes in excess of
one hour. Since then, Burnell stated, we have
worked out all the issues, and the beginning
of the school year has run with much greater
efficiency.
2) When a bus company has needed to use
substitute drivers in the first year of the contract
it was difficult as the subs had little if any
knowledge of the Hudson routes; continuing
with First Student would alleviate that.
3) The bus drivers have written to the district
letting the district know that they have concerns
if Hudson switches companies or if drivers
remain driving in Hudson for the new company
they may lose their seniority, which has an
effect on choice of routes, charter trips, midday
assignments (i.e.; kindergarten routes) and other
advantages. The bus drivers have a difficult job
and having good morale with them goes a long
way.
4) The SAU staff and school administrators have
built a good relationship with First Student
administration over the current contract. The
administration problem solve together and gets
things done in an expeditious manner. With a
new vendor the district would need to develop a
level of trust and cooperation that already exists
with First Student.

In FY 16, the current year, the adjusted daily rate
per bus is $246.59 as the school district utilizes 25
buses for a total regular run cost of $1,109,655 in
the first year of the new contract beginning next
September. That is an 11.75 percent increase.
Each bus will cost $275.56 per day and the district
will still use a fleet of 25 buses. That cost is
$1,240,039.46, an increase of $130,384.46 in year
two. There is a 9.95 percent increase raising each
bus and daily rate to $302.98. There are no new
buses planned for the third year, so that total would
be $1,417,960.32, a 4 percent increase. FY 20, the
fourth year of the new contract, also sees a 4 percent
increase with the daily bus rate going to $327.71
and still having 25 83-passenger buses for a total of
$1,474,687.74. The last year of the contract FY 21
is also a 4 percent increase, raising the daily rate to
$340.81 per contract total of $1,533,665.89.
In the presentation to the board there was a
survey of the surrounding areas in the per bus costs.
Litchfield currently has nine buses at a daily rate
of $290.87 per bus, while Merrimack has 38 buses
eight at a bus cost of $308.77. Hudson uses 16
buses at a bus cost of $335.33, while Windham has
24 buses and pays $329.61 per bus.
In Burnells closing to the board, she mentioned
that First Student has indicated to her that they will
not be able to guarantee the same rates that they
have quoted if it is an open bid process. Rates would
be significantly higher in a competitive situation.
Milbouer made the motion The Hudson School
Board awards First Student Transportation a five year
extension of the existing contract for the years FY
2017-FY 2021 in accordance with policy 6.1 (w)
and choose to waive the bid process as described in
policy 6.1 (w). It was seconded by Patty Langlais.
Discussion ensued with board member Ben
Nadeau asking about the relationship of dropping
gas prices and the increasing of contract costs.
Which was echoed by Chairman Truesdell, who also
questioned if the district could join with the town
and have the bus fuel up at the town pumps for a
cost saving. Truesdell also asked what would happen
if the district went to 24 buses.
Langlais spoke on the difficult job that drivers had,
and she was amazed with the amount of training
and testing that is required to operate a bus. She
stated that is a very important role and wants people
we know always transporting our children. Burnell
responded that the contract now gives to Hudson
drivers first chose in the kindergarten runs and the
charter runs, and she would go back and ask about
the saving if the district fueled the buses themselves.
Milbouer changed the motion to only reflect the
approval not to bid the contract, which was approved
4-0; Megan Pollard was absent.
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Alvirne Basketball Knocks off Bishop Guertin
Staff photos by Mike Bourk
by Mike Bourk
Although the Broncos trailed for most of the game,
Alvirne put together an incredible fourth quarter of
basketball at home to upset the Cardinals, 62-57.
The Broncos, spurred on by an enthusiastic student
turnout, started out by scoring the first six points of the
game. They held Bishop Guertin scoreless for the first
three and a half minutes. After the Cardinals finally
made a free throw to end the drought, BG Head Coach
Jim Migneault called a timeout to regroup his troops.
Whatever Coach Migneault said to his boys did the trick
as the Cardinals went on a 7-0 run as the first quarter
ended with the score knotted at 9.
Bishop Guertin came out of the first break very strong
with a 10-0 run going up 17-9. Poor shot selection and
turnovers really hurt the Alvirne effort as they trailed 2919 at the half. Danny Brown and younger brother, Jack
Brown, both played well in the second period combining
to score all 10 Bronco points to keep Alvirne within
striking distance.
The third quarter was a game of short runs by each
team. Danny Brown took a play out of the Globetrotters
playbook and put a soft inbound pass off the back of a
BG defender to give himself an easy two-point bucket that
cut the Cardinal lead to 36-32. Coach Migneault used
another timeout to settle his troops, and they closed out the quarter
on a 10-2 run to put them up 50-39 to start the fourth quarter.
The Broncos finally hit their stride in the fourth quarter. Danny
Brown, Jack Brown, and DJ LaMothe repeatedly drove to the basket
making shots or drawing fouls. Unlike the Trinity game the Broncos
were spot on from the charity stripe, cashing in on 18 of 19 free
throws.
Matt McKinley provided a defensive spark off the bench replacing
Jacen Hudson who got into foul trouble. A key play that does not
show up in any scorebook happened after a Bronco basket cut the
lead to 3 points. The Cardinals tried a long inbound pass to Chad
Jack Brown launches one from three-point land against the Cardinals.
Olivieri for an easy bucket. Jake Canelas, a defensive tackle for the
Alvirne football team, went up like a cornerback to pick off the pass.
Perhaps Head Football Coach Tim Walsh might want to consider
using Jake in the defensive backfield next season.
The final few minutes of the game will be remembered at Alvirne
for quite some time. With the Broncos trailing 56-53, drives by
DJ LaMothe and Jacen Hudson gave Alvirne the lead for the first
time since midway through the first quarter. Jack Brown made two
free throws with 30 seconds left in the game to secure the victory.
Although Danny Brown led all scorers with 23 points, it does not
really reflect his tremendous all-around play during this game.
He rebounded, passed out assists, was solid on defense, and is
Campbell Swimmers Hoist Two Banners

by Len Lathrop
At halftime of
basketball at the
Cougar Den, who they
were beating did not
seem important, but the
four young men of the
CHS swimming team
were very important.
You see, swimmers
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press, as all the meets
are in Londonderry,
and they practice
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senior says he started swimming when he was
7, you take notice. Meet Grant Levasseur. He
holds two D3 state titles, one for the 50 yard free
style and the other for the 100 yard backstroke.
In addition, he and his teammates are state relay
champions for the 200 medley and the 200 yard
freestyle relays.
Helping raise the banner, and even more
impressive, swimming together to be state
champions were Mike Douglas, Trent Levasseur
and Will Bauer. With the current season still
underway, this might not be the last banner from
believed to have sold the most Gatorade at the concession stand.

Jack Brown and DJ LaMothe finished with 14 points each. Mike
Rinko led Bishop Guertin with 18 points and Chad Olivieri scored
14.
Danny Brown, a standout in three sports at Alvirne, talked about
beating BG after the game, They beat us in football and baseball,
both regular season and playoffs, I cant remember the last time
weve beaten them. The support from the crowd tonight was
amazing. They were our sixth man tonight.
This was a key win for the Alvirne as Bishop Guertin is just one
game ahead of them in the standings. The Broncos are 4-7 in
NHIAA Division I play and 6-8 overall this season.
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Levasseur are both slated to swim in college.
Douglas has been accepted at Saint Bonaventure
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school, and the older Levasseur is still waiting
for acceptance letters to either West Point or the
University of Rochester. The younger brother and
teammate Bauer are sophomores and, along with
the fifth member of the Cougar swimming team,
Grace Theberge, are all looking forward to the
end-of-the-season meets and two more great years
at Campbell High School.
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The Keene Blackbirds came to the Steckevicz
Gym last Friday with a very dismal record, two
wins and 10 losses on their wings. The Lady
Broncos took it to them quick, both on the O and
D side of the court. It was 26 to 10 at the half,
and by the third period the score was 48 to 15.
The question posed on Facebook after the game

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only the coach knows for sure. Coach Szuksta
mentioned after the game: Alvirne played great
defense and pushed the ball in transition to win
its fourth straight game. Hot shooting and teamoriented play led to the victory.
All scorers were led by Jess Baker, 21 points,
followed by Marissa Sweeney, eight, and throwing
in seven was Nicole Teague. The final was Alvirne
56 and Keene 26.
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Fullerton, Autumn Robinson, Hannah Covey, Sara Vincent, Shelby

Scott, Maddy Hoyt, Ashley Ladebauche, Nikki Russell, and Jacey
Bryant. Point flyer Ashley Ladebauche and power tumblers Maddy
Hoyt and Sarah Aslanian added skill and accuracy to their routine.
The Alvirne team is coached by Jess Ryan and the HMS team
is coached by Liz McGivern. Congratulations to both teams for a
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Alvirne JV beat all high
school teams (including
Campbell varsity) for
Grand Champion status,
and the HMS team
earned Grand Champion
status for the highest
score among eight
middle school teams
The Alvirne JV team,
led by seniors Tatum
Fales, Rachel King, Sierra Bergeron, Alexi Jarry, and Taylor
Sancartier, scored an impressive 82 points for their high-energy
and precise routine. Flyers Tatum Fales, Maddy Champagne and
Adrianna Schafer, along with last-pass tumbler Adrianna Schafer,
were the focal points of the routine.
The HMS team, with 29 team members, has 11 eighth graders
who dominate the floor: Julia Alves, Jocelyn Fielding, Lily
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Last week, the Alvirne girls gymnastics team took second
place, behind Pelham, but beating Nashua North and South,
Hollis Brookline, and Souhegan. Senior and team captain Jenna
Banatwala took fifth and freshman Devon Rosier placed 15th out
of 48 competitors.
After coming off a sprained ankle injury, freshman Aisling
Macaraeg qualified with the rest of the team for the upcoming
state championships.
Freshman Helen Smith took third place on the beam at the
meet.
This will be the first time that Alvirne High School has sent a
complete gymnastic team to the state championships.
Coach Lisa Robuccio was extremely happy and proud. I
could not be any happier for the team. For being so young with
freshmen, the team did awesome. Placing second among such
tough competition and with Jenna doing so well, I am delighted
for her.
A strong supporters section
made up of parents, siblings,
and fellow students cheered on
the team. In attendance was
Rita Banatwala, mother of Team
Captain Jenna. I am very proud
of her and all that she and the
team accomplished this season,
she said.
The last competition will
be the state championships at
Londonderry High School this
Saturday, Feb. 13.
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Selectman Coutu, can you tell
us where the businesses are that
customers have to park on the
streets? No one seems to know
of any business in Hudson,
where you have to park on the
street.
Thumbs up to the Pat Jewett
Volunteer Appreciation Award
given annually to a Litchfield
resident who exemplifies
volunteerism and civic duty.
Please be sure stop by Town
Hall to obtain a nomination
form!
the editorial by Jean Sordillo: I hope that the

we you referred to many times is you. Please
dont speak for everyone else! We do not all
exercise those thoughts and actions. In the words
Vote March 8th for
Jared Stevens
Thumbs up to Mr. Lane - you are an

approachable, honest, diplomatic leader. Most
of all, you are appreciated. I could not tackle an
issue alone and you were right there to meet and
follow it through. You rock!
Candidate for Selectmen

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Thumbs up to the woman I have seen picking

up trash on the side of the road on Greeley
Street. Thank you for working to keep our section
beautiful.
Thumbs up, way up, to this years students,
staff, and family participants of Alvirnes 2016
Penguin Plunge Team. Not many people would
give up their precious Saturday morning to dive
into a cold ocean for such a great cause, Alvirnes
Unified Program. We are very proud of you all!
Thumbs up to our amazing neighbor who
brought our dog back home to us on Sycamore
Street. It was a relief to pull into our driveway
only to see our pup attached to the runner, after
we were out searching for her in the dark. Our
little girls were thrilled! We wish we knew who
you were so we could thank you in person.
We are so lucky to live in such a wonderful
neighborhood.
Focus on our Future
of Marco Rubio (not necessarily meaning he has

my vote), Another Democrat in office will destroy
the American way of life. Maybe next time, just
sing a couple choruses of Kumbaya and keep
your head in the sand and fantasize. You are right
about the results of the last seven years, but it is
time to be a realist and hope and pray for this
nation to make a better choice this time around,
because we, as a nation, are in the danger zone.
Thumbs down to the man walking the
Rottweiler down Center Street on Feb. 1. Do you
really think making believe to pick up your dog
crap would really work? I have you on film doing
it. Please stay in your own neighborhood. I have
already talked to the people on my street about
you and it seems they already know about you.
Center Street; please say something when he does
this.
Thumbs down to the genius who thinks SB
members write motions. Get back in that dark
part of your basement with the rest of your
imaginary friends and come up with something
better and more informed to complain about!
Thumbs up to Mr. Lane and Mr. Truesdell.

No School Board member has the right to be
roaming the halls of our schools during a regular
Thumbs down to the lady who is complaining
school day without a scheduled
event. Most of our children and
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board member stated Creepy.
Making an appointment and
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to you, young punk, who was
driving in the neighborhood
behind T-Bones! I was in a
minivan with two kids. Yes I was in the middle
of the road on this snow day ... you have no idea
what a horrible day I had already had, thanks
for making it worse. Remember; be kind, for
everyone is fighting their own battle! Hope you
didnt get in an accident in the snow like I had twice!
Thumbs up to the Yoga classes (chair and
mat) at the Hudson Senior Center! Janice is an
amazing instructor; her classes are informative
and at your own pace. There is no judgment in
Yoga, just fun.
Thumbs up/Thumbs down. In response to
Thumbs up to Alvirne High School for its

participation in the 2016 Special Olympics
Penguin Plunge and being named the top
fundraising team with donations totaling $23,000.
Special thanks to Steve Beaks, Joanne Curry, and
Sherry Lavoie for their extraordinary efforts in
supporting this great organization and instilling on
the student population that We are all the Same.
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about Alvirnes administration because her son

was caught ditching class and probably smoking
pot outside the school. How about the parents
taking responsibility for the behavior of their child,
better yet, a high school age kid should know
that this is unacceptable behavior. Easy way out,
blame everyone else but yourselves.
Thumbs up to Alvirne administration and
especially Mrs. Lavoie. As a parents, our
experiences and encounters with the staff at
Alvirne has always been positive and helpful. I
can truly say that that my childrens years at
Alvirne have had a huge influence in their lives.
Keep doing what youre doing Alvirne.
Thumbs up to the many friends in Hudson

and beyond who supported our family during
a very difficult time. Your thoughts, prayers,
Thumbs down to those thin-skinned, Rambo
e-mails, texts, cards and visits helped our family
wannabes who are taking umbrage at some of us
stay strong during the week that our daughter
who prefer not to be around those who openly
spent at Massachusetts General Hospital in
carry (and no shame if you need to look up
the pediatric intensive care unit after having
umbrage). Gee, I thought because you packed
suffered a cardiac arrest at a high school swim
you were tougher than that? Honestly, its kind of
meet. Our daughter returned to school after
embarrassing to see that mommy has to wipe your
being discharged from MGH. Upon her return
little noses because not everyone is sufficiently
she was met with overwhelming support from
impressed. Well, boo-hoo. The law says you have
her classmates, principal, school administrators,
your right to carry, and theres nothing I can do
teachers, coaches, nurses, etc. It is truly a miracle
about it. I figure you should be satisfied. Silly
that our daughter beat the odds. We attribute
her successful recovery to the
immediate response from her
swim coaches, Alvirne parents
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Thumbs up to the Litchfield Raiders boys
when and where I choose. And you can do
basketball team for capturing the D3 Tri-County
nothing about that. Isnt this a great country?
Championship. The hard work paid off. Another
Thumbs down to the judgmental parents of
one! Way to go Joaquin, Brendan, Keegan, Trent,
Litchfield, which is about 90 percent of you. If
Carter, Matt, Cam, Justin, Ben, Jake, Logan, Will,
you really think your child isnt doing anything
Dan, Drew, Dylan, John, Jack, Brendan, Brody,
you wouldnt want them to or you really believe
Lauren and Ambrose!
that your child is held to a higher standard in the
Thumbs up to the office staff at LMS, my
world just because others have made mistakes
daughter was so nervous about early dismissal,
then you need to reevaluate yourself. Everyone
you took her into your office and called us! Thank
makes mistakes so why crucify me for mine?
you for always taking care of our kiddos!
Grown adults should not be talking down about
the children of other parents.
Thumbs up to Cathy Snyder, thank you for all
your help with Super bowl subs and for our eighth
Thumbs down to the cashier at the
grade DC trip!
supermarket for throwing my groceries down
the belt. I cant get over that management hasnt
Thumbs up to the wonderful ladies in the
done anything about her. She tosses and throws
office
at LMS. Even with a crazy dismissal with
the groceries at the baggers, doesnt even place
the snow you managed to help the children that
the bread aside, the baggers are rushing to move
did not know what to do. Ours were two of them.
my bread before it gets squished by the heavier
Thank you.
items. Then she just stands there while the bagger
finishes as quickly as they can. What does she
think shes too good to bag? I refuse to go through
her line no matter what the other lines look like.
Im sick of her throwing my produce and bringing
home ruined bruised food.
Thumbs down to the manager at the
supermarket. Ive personally witnessed her
speak very rudely to many other employees. I
was put in an awkward position when she spoke
so unprofessional to a cashier a few weeks ago.
Shes condescending, insulting; Ive never seen her
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office assistant from part time to full time. Instead of working 29.5
hours per week for 43 weeks of the year, she would work 40 hours
for 52 weeks of the year. With the Hudson Senior Center staffed by
only one person, the office assistant currently fills in at the Senior
Center to cover vacation days etc. The cost is $23,982. Warrant
Article 16 requests the hiring of a part-time IT entry-level technician
at the cost of $28,073, which would add 1 cent per thousand to
the tax rate. Although there were several questions about this, no
changes were made. Lisa Nute did tell the audience that she had
been asking for another full-time person, and Selectman Luszey
said he wanted to see the town and school district combine into
one department for IT support.
Warrant Article 17 asks for $160,000 to replace the lining on
the Central Street Bridge/Culvert. Selectman McGrath asked the
audience if they even knew they crossed a bridge when they drove
down Central Street. This bridge/culvert was built in 1974 and
consists of a metal pipe that is 10 feet by 8 feet. It was recently
inspected and put onto the states red listed bridges. According to
McGrath it is now in danger of being closed to vehicular traffic.
The amount requested covers both engineering and the cost of
construction.
Selectman Maddox also spoke and said that since Central Street
was just repaved last year, selectmen felt that replacing the pipe
was the most cost-effective method because it would preserve
the paving. In response to a question by John Knowles, Maddox
explained that digging up the road and completely replacing the
bridge and culvert would cost around one million dollars, so
selectmen are asking for money to replace the pipe.
When Hudson resident Tracy Stevens asked about the immediate
impact if this was voted down, Town Engineer Elvis Dhima said
that Hudson faced having the state close the road as happened in
Merrimack recently. In that case residents dropping their children
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through the residential area. Dhima estimated that 5,000 vehicles
a day would be detoured.
Warrant Article 18, which would provide electricity, water, sewer
and natural gas at Benson Park, was amended at the request of
Shawn Jasper, who is the vice chairman of the Benson Committee.
Jasper explained that real costs were developed as a result of test
borings and negotiations. Liberty Utilities, for example, will run the
gas line at no cost to the town if the trench is widened from two to
three feet. That warrant article would not cost $98,000. According
to Selectman Maddox, it would complete the towns promise to
bring the utilities into the park.
Jasper and other volunteers talked about how many volunteer
hours have been spent developing the park and are continuing to
be donated to maintain the park.
Although there was an amendment by John Stevens, seconded by
Tracy Stevens to zero out the money entirely, those in attendance
voted to lower the cost to $98,000 and take the question to the
voters for final decision.
Warrant Article 19 proposes to take $285,000 out of town
surplus and put it into trust funds. Maddox said that sum
represented the net proceeds from selling town land in 2015. He
said selectmen were trying to think outside of the box on how
to fund some town needs. Of that total sum, $95,000 would be
added to the Communications Equipment and Infrastructure Capital
Reserve Fund. Maddox said that radios and other communication
equipment seemed to have a life span about as long as a gnat.
An additional $95,000 would be added to the Recreation Field
Construction Capital Reserve Fund, and $95,000 would be added
to the Major Repairs to Town Buildings Capital Reserve Fund.
Jean Marie Holmes said she belongs to the Friends of Hudson
Fields. Fields are a necessity. Our kids play on rocks, weeds and
dirt. The fields are overused and over scheduled. According to
her testimony selectmen have made a deal to build a new field
without voter input.
This brought Fred Guiffrida to the microphone. He noted that
normally voters are asked whether to build a new field or not and
said that putting this money into capital reserve funds does have
a tax impact because it could have been used to lower the tax
rate for all.
Both Scott Tice and Janice Walsh spoke in favor of the article.
Without changes, this article will appear on the ballot in March.
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As previously stated, all US taxpayers are subject to the individual

shared responsibility provision of the ACA. A taxpayer is liable for
their self, and for any individual that the taxpayer could claim as a
dependent for tax purposes. Therefore all individuals must have a
MEC or qualify for a coverage exemption for each month of the
year. Parents who can claim a child as a dependent, will need to
calculate a shared responsibility payment for a child that is not
covered or exempted.
Most taxpayers who are covered through an employer, through a
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responsibility payment for those months in question.
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exemption granted through the "marketplace" will be given an
Exemption Certificate Number (ECN). This number will be present
on the 1095-A issued by the "Marketplace". Some exemptions are
only claimed on the income tax return and some may be obtained
through the Marketplace or claimed through the return.
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Unaffordable Coverage the amount you would have to pay for the
lowest cost employer coverage or Marketplace (bronze) coverage is
more than 8.05% of the taxpayer's household income. (Please see
the Part 2 article for calculating household income). 2) Short
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65 or older has a filing threshold of $11,850 in 2015. However
remember you are comparing household income to gross income. A
person who is over 65 may not have to file because gross income is
below this number, since social security benefits are not entered
into gross income calculation, however non-taxable social security
is calculated in household income.)
Because of article length restrictions, we have provided a link of
exemptions at our web site for Marketplace and return exemptions.
As mentioned if an exemption does not exist for a month of not
meeting the MEC, then a shared responsibility payment (SRP) is
calculated on Form 8965. The annual SRP is the greater of a
percentage of household income or a flat dollar amount. However
the amount is capped at the national average premium for a Bronze
level MEC for the household size in question.
For 2015, the annual SRP amount is the greater of 2% of the
household income that is above the tax return filing threshold for
the taxpayers filing status or the family's flat dollar amount which is
$325 per adult and $162.50 per child (under age 18) limited to a
family total of $975. These are annual amounts. The 2015 national
Bronze level average is $207 per month for a single person, $1035
per month for a family of 5.
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child under 18. All are annual amounts)
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income) $70000 - (filing threshold) $20,600 = $49400
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Because $988 is greater than $975 and less than the national
average of $9936 ($828 x 12 months), their shared responsibility
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First-place winners Tim Barrett and Kyle Gora

submitted by Hudson Memorial Wrestling Team
The Hudson Memorial wrestling team had
seven of 10 wrestlers earn top spots in their weight
classes in the 2016 Tri-County Championship
HMS Wrestling team. Standing: Coach Metivier, Ayden Spencer, Tim Barrett, Alec Prescott,
Wrestling Tournament held at Windham High
Devin Murphy, Matt Burns, and Coach Stilphen. Kneeling: Timmy Cronin,
School on Sunday, Jan. 31, placing fifth overall as
Kory Couillard, Reiley Beverlie, Nathan Emanuelson, Casey Corleto, and Cameron Pedi.
a team for Division 1 schools.
Not Pictured: Raina Merrow, Kyle Gora, and Dylan Davani.
This years team sent 10 wrestlers to the dayfought championship match to capture second place.
long tournament, which included 16 schools and
Placing third and fourth in their weight classes were Mathew
involved a total of 260 wrestlers from sixth to eighth grade.
Burns (third), Reiley Beverlie (fourth) and Kory Couillard (fourth), all
The Hudson wrestling team was represented by Cameron Pedi,
facing tough opponents in a highly competitive tournament. Burns
Kory Couillard, Casey Corleto, Reiley Beverlie, Ayden Spencer, Tim
had a well-earned pin in his final match to secure third place, while
Barrett, Kyle Gora, Nathan Emanuelson, Dylan Davani and Mathew
Beverlie had a first match pin and second match win on points
Burns.
(8-3), finishing 2-2. Couillard also went 2-2 over his four matches
Tim Barrett and Kyle Gora both went undefeated for the
with his two wins by pin.
tournament and took first place honors for their weight classes.
Casey Corletto, Dylan Davani and Nathan Emanuelson all faced
Kyle won all three of his matches by pin, and Tim won his first
tough
completion and fought hard for Hudson Memorial, including
match by a pin and his next two hard-fought matches by points, 6-5
Corlettos
second match win, pinning his opponent in just 33
and 5-3.
seconds.
Finishing second in their brackets were Ayden Spencer and
The HMS wrestling team will be competing in the Middle School
Cameron Pedi. Ayden won his first two matches by pin, but fell
Divisional
Tournament on Sunday, Feb. 7, with qualifiers moving on
in a courageous championship match to a very tough opponent.
to the Statewide Meet of Champions to take place on Feb. 14.
Cameron Pedi also won his first two matches by pin, but lost a hard-
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championships Feb. 7 at Dartmouth College.
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For the girls

senior Lexi
Putzlocker
medaled, coming
in sixth place with
a throw of 3010.00. With that
throw she broke a
school record that
was set in 2007.
Junior Sammy
Molinari came
in ninth place in
the 1000 with a
time of 3:21.53.
In the high jump
sophomore
Merceidiz Diaz
came in a fourway tie for tenth
place with a jump
of 4 feet 8 inches.
For the boys
senior Sam
Munnelly ran
a 1:32.13 to
come in 11th
Lexi Putzlocker medals in shot put
place in 600,
at the state championship.
and anchored the
ninth place finish
of the 4 x400 relay along with teammates Luke Hogan, Tevon Pieu
and Harrison Hidalgo.
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intensity the second half
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Keegans shooting became a huge advantage for us and really was a
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15 points in the tournament. Ultimately, the Raiders took home the
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championship as they both rebounded very well and combined
for six points. Matt Dion played strong defense as well. The
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John Newell and Brendan Boschi as well as team managers Ambrose
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Last Saturday, Feb. 6,
the Litchfield Raiders boys
basketball team traveled
to Epping High School to
compete for the Tri-County
Division 3 Championship.
The Raiders were seeded
number 2 in the tournament
after defeating Cawley Middle
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semi-final last Wednesday,
59-44.
It was a tough contest for us
as I was worried that my team
might be looking past Cawley,
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Raiders had 4 players post
double figures in points in that
game. They were led by Carter
Vedranis 18. Cawley closed
to within 4 the second half and
Brendan Rice and Keegan Mills
put on a shooting clinic in
the third. Mills and Rice both
hit two 3-pointers in the third
quarter to get the lead back
to double digits. The Raiders
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and Rice were huge in this game as Cawley tried to concentrate on
stopping Vedrani and Joaquin Heller (10 points), I also thought Cam
Barrett had his best game of the year as he was great on the glass
and played fantastic defense.
The Raiders learned shortly after the game that the Hampstead
Hawks had knocked off the number 1 seed Parkside of Manchester.
We were looking forward to facing Parkside as they were the
only team we lost to all season, but we knew Hampstead was a
dangerous team, said Kohm. The team had been preparing for
Parkside and needed to switch gears. We were able to have a great
practice on Thursday, we watched the game film and dissected what
Hampstead tried to do defensively and were able to counter it, said
Kohm. My kids deserve the credit as they put in the work and were
ready to go.
Raiders celebrate the championship with Principal Tom Lecklider.

In the championship the Raiders found themselves down 7-4 and
quickly regrouped and took the lead and never surrendered it for
the rest of the game. The Raiders went up 13-7 at the end of the
first. Joaquin Heller hit a three before the buzzer at the end of the
first. Heller has ice water in his veins and nothing scares him,
said Kohm. Brody Day from Hampstead hit three 3-pointers in the
second quarter to close the Raiders lead to four points. Kohm said,
We were all over Day, we had Heller, our best defender on him,
and he still found room to get his shot off.
The Raiders entered halftime clinging to a four-point lead, 20 to
16. We knew Day was their player and designed our defense to
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face and not giving him open looks at the basket, said Kohm. This
strategy worked as the Raiders held Day to just three points, all on
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outscoring the Hawks 30-8 to the second half. I challenged my kids
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No one will ever know if this team was the
best of all time, or merely at the right time. But,
it was one thing for certain this season, better
than everyone else. And for that, there will
always be a place in history where they will
stand forever.
#10 Cameron Jones
#25 Paul Manzi
Hudson~Litchfield
Sports
is built on, Coach Girginis told the girls.

Heart, hustle, family, together were just
some of the words coach Girginis was
using during the break. Third year player
and eighth grader Sara Ruigrok said, We
knew what we had to do and we werent
going to give up now. We knew we had
to do everything we could to get a lead
and once we got it we kept.
From that moment on the Lady
Colts showed what all their hard work
throughout the season was for. In the
next three quarters the HMS Lady Colts
outscored Elm Street 52-19. The Lady
Colts defense was smothering led by
Ellie Ochieng and Erin Carney at the top.
Bailey Joviak and Addi Smith sealed the
inside lanes and controlled the boards,
and Sara Ruigrok and Brenna Pauquette
shut down the Elm Street off guards.
Basically, it was the Lady Colts team
defense that ultimately was the deciding
factor. Third year player and eighth grader
Ellie Ochieng said Weve planned for this
moment all season, our defensive switches
and talking had been the best it ever had
been. When times were tough and we
were down early in this game, our defense
was what kept us in it.
With the final seconds ticking away,
you could see the excitement about to
happen. In their traditional standing
holding hands fashion, the Lady Colts
final moment of the season, as a team,
the players were counting down the
seconds to the championship. Three,
two, one, and that was it! The Lady Colts
stormed the court and with a
huge pig pile celebrated their
championship with a final
score of HMS 54 Elm Street 28.
Eighth grader Brenna Paquette
said We gave every game all
we had, especially the final
game of our middle school
career. We didnt just come
this far, to come this far. This
last game was what we have
been waiting for all season and
have worked very hard for.
Coach Girginis summed it
up pretty good. He said Geno
Auriemma (the 10-time NCAA
winning head coach of the
UCONN womens basketball
program) said it perfectly
about perfection. He said,
Perfection is unattainable, but
#13 Ellie Ochieng
#24 Bailey Joviak
if you chase perfection youll
catch excellence. The words
undefeated and perfection were never
the most, we will be at our best. For the HMS
mentioned once this season by the girls
Lady Colts last Saturday it could not have been
nor Coach Girginis or Assistant Coach
anymore true. In their final game, when their
Maya Desfosses. All that was said was
backs were up against the wall early, the girls
to be better tomorrow than you were
responded in the only fashion they know how,
today, and if you do that, when it matters
like the champions they are.
HMS Lady Colts

Season Culminates
with a Perfect Ending
submitted by HMS Lady Colts
Its been nine years since the HMS Lady
Colts have won the Tri-County Basketball
Championship. In what does not sound
like a long time, to the HMS girls
basketball program it seems like forever.
Since the undefeated 2007
championship the HMS Lady Colts have
been back to the championship game five
times including last Saturday. However,
the outcome the previous four had not
been what the girls had hoped for. CoCaptain Erin Carney made it a point that
this time would be different This year, our
team is different than all the rest. From
sixth grade all the way to eighth, we were
determined to put our year on that banner.
We knew we had to work hard the entire
way and in the end, we played together
and with heart, and finally, we got what
we wanted and worked so hard for.
What started off as another great HMS
sendoff rally, put on by the parents and
school, the HMS Lady Colts set off from
One Memorial Drive to get over that final
hurdle that stood in their way. Co-Captain
Addi Smith said We have worked too
hard to come this far and stop here. We
need to give everything we have and play
how we all know we can and at the end
of the game we will be celebrating in the
middle of the floor!
The girls, thanks to an awesome
HPD police escort, arrived at Pinkerton
Academy, where the Tri-County D-1
finals were being played. The girls did
their normal walk in routine led by their
captains and 8th graders. I could tell
from the minute these girls got off the bus
that nothing was going to get in their way
of accomplishing their goal, said Coach
Girginis. The girls had a laser lock focus,
and I knew exactly what that focus was
on.
Introductions were over, the national
anthem was sung, and the D-1 finals were
about to begin. The girls huddled for their
pre-game chant one last time and with
their chant Hit First, Hit Hardest the
girls headed to the floor for the opening
tip-off. The girls motto all year has been
Hit First, Hit Hardest! Its an old boxing
motto the girls used from the Rocky
movies, which they have seen plenty of
these past few years. However, this game
it was not the Lady Colts who came out
firing, it was Elm Street.
Elm Street came out firing and looked
to keep the girls off balance early in the
game and by the end of the first quarter
Elm Street led the Lady Colts 9-2. In the
end of the first quarter break the girls had
a regrouping session. It has nothing to
do with Xs and Os, but everything to do
with what the HMS Lady Colts program
The Drought Ends

as HMS Boys
Basketball Captures
Championship
submitted by John Fichera

In 1982 a gallon of gas cost just 91 cents, the first CD player was sold and
the first issue of USA Today was just hitting newsstands. Hudson residents
were the proud owners of Bensons Animal Park and its own political superstar
Colossus (the beloved silver back gorilla who had just run for the NH Primary).
1982 was also the last year Hudson Memorial School had won a boys
basketball championship, until now!
The HMS boys basketball team entered into last Saturdays championship
on the biggest stage of all Super Saturday at Pinkerton Academy. Tri-County
Athletics League hosts its annual championship games at a neutral site to
allow for all teams an extra special event. This year was no different. The
number 2-ranked Hudson Memorial Boys took on the upset hungry number
5-ranked team from Merrimack. This tough Merrimack team had pulled the
rug out from under both number 4 Bedford and number 1 Salem in the first
two rounds of the playoffs; they had their sights set on winning the whole
thing. Standing in Merrimacks way, however, was a tenacious group of young
men ready to end the 34-year drought at Hudson Memorial School.
Although the upstart Merrimack team got off to a fast start jumping out to
a 13-point lead against Hudson. Coach Alex Sobolovs team had been there
before. They would not lose their cool, they would not lose their focus, and
they simply refused the option of losing anything, at all. The hardworking
Hudson defense kept pressure on Merrimack minute after minute forcing
multiple turnovers and causing Merrimack to make careless and costly fouls.
The HMS deficit grew to as large as 18 points in the third quarter. When the
turnovers started, the hundreds of fans in the stands could feel the tide of the
game beginning to change. And, like it was written in the script, the fourth
quarter started what might be appropriately called a Colossal Comeback
Eighth grader Cam Jones (15 points) took a transition pass at the edge of the
3-point arc, and, like he had done so many times, calmly released a perfect
shot hitting the first 3-pointer of the fourth quarter, erupting the Hudson
faithful in excitement. The comeback was on! While playing tough, hard
and technically clean defense HMS got turnover after turnover and found
themselves draining each shot as if it was a game changer. Focused on team
play and a heart-pounding pace of the
game, eighth grader Meshack Mugariri
continued his torrid offensive pace,
dropping a total of 20 points and outscoring
both of Merrimacks top shooters combined.
No one could ever say the HMS boys
were not a balanced attack though, eighth
graders Paul Manzi (10 points) and Jackson
Dewitt (eight points) made the multipronged attack of HMS far too much for
Merrimack to hold off. Defensive battlers
Davonte McKoy-Sophos and Brett McKinley
finished off the scoring to put the wraps
on a 58-50 championship victory for the
Hudson Memorial Colts.
Hudson Memorials drought was over,
and the excitement was palpable as the
Colts stormed the court in the most genuine
celebration in all of sports. Young men who
all season long knew the responsibilities of
putting on an HMS jersey and what it meant
to work hard. Countless practice drills
pushing to make each other better for just
this occasion. Shamyr Roy, Adam Scharn,
Ivan Mimoso-Delgado, Liam ONeil, Jacob
Hibbard, Charlie Thomas and Jagger Forsyth
all made the season a special journey, one
that will not soon be forgotten.
#22 Meshack Mugariri

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