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School BusinessAdministrator Resigns

by Doug RobinsonKathleen Sargent, Pelham’s School Business

Administrator for the past two years, resigned as a result of her miscalculation over the payment of an outstanding bond for the town of Pelham.

According to School Superintendent Frank Bass, Sargent’s bond reporting error of $1,058,825 will need to be added to the 2010-2011 School Budget for the coming year. In addition, the error, as admitted by Sargent, will add approximately $50 to the Pelham tax rate this coming year.

“She told us it’s paid off,“ stated School Board member Linda Mahoney.

As reported by the Lowell Sun, “Budget Committee Chairman Larry Hall told the Sun that closer scrutiny of the district’s ledger upon Sargent’s departure uncovered $757,227 in available impact feed, collected from developers of the past 10 years, that can be used to largely offset the $1 million budget shortfall.”

Superintendent Bass is expected to ask the Budget Committee to add the $1,058,825 to the upcoming budget, as well as to ask of the Budget Committee to offset these funds with monies learned to be available from the impact fee account. If approved, the financial hit to the Pelham taxpayers would be approximately $300,000.

submitted by Jim CurtinCub Scouts from

Windham Pack 263 spent the night at the New England Aquarium. During the overnight adventure, the Scouts participated in a squid dissection and a tide pool program. The Scouts completed a pillowcase

A Night at the AquariumSchool BusinessAdministrator Resigns

Pelham’s School Business Administrator, Kathleen Sargent,

resigns, having admitted the $1 million mistake

by Barbara O’BrienThe majority of Windham school board members have decided that this is

not the year to ask residents to fund a $30 million bond for the construction of a new middle school. It was not a unanimous decision, but nearly so, with only one board member wanting to move forward with the concept.

Voting against putting a bond request on the 2010 school district warrant were Chairman Bruce Anderson, Daphne Kenyon, Ed Gallagher, and Jeff Bostic. The only school board member who wanted to take the question to voters was Vice Chairman Mike Hatem.

Those who were opposed to including a bond issue on the school district warrant this coming March cited two main reasons. First, the poor economy and significant number of residents who are either under-employed or unemployed, and, secondly, a lack of research into what would be the best options in building a new middle school in Windham, make this a bad year for asking for additional money.

In order for a school bond issue to pass voter scrutiny, a 60-percent majority is required. Most of the school board members said they didn’t feel a bond issue could possibly garner that much support this year.

Hatem, the only school board member wanting to move forward with a $30 million bond, said he’s concerned that the state will cut building aid in the near future, causing Windham to miss out on about $10 million in financial assistance. The other school board members said they felt it’s too early to predict what the state will do in light of the current budget crunch and were unwilling to go out on a limb to get state aid now, when it might still be available in the future.

School Board member Daphne Kenyon said it’s obvious that when the economy is bad across the board, it effects the state budget, which in turn effects how much money goes to local communities in financial aid. However, Kenyon said, she’s not certain Windham will lose school building aid. “That’s very uncertain,” at this point, she added. Kenyon also said she hadn’t personally spoken to anyone who was in favor of spending $30 million in 2010 to build a new middle school.

Kenyon also pointed out that it took a full five years (2000-2005) to get a bond passed for the new Windham High School; a facility which only opened this past September. “There should be no bond this March,” Kenyon said.

School Board member Jeff Bostic said he certainly doesn’t want to compromise the education of Windham students, but the community has to balance the needs of students with those of taxpayers. Bostic also emphasized the need for acquiring additional information on viable options. “We need the time to present these options to taxpayers as concretely as possible,” he said. There just isn’t enough time to accomplish that this year, he added.

School Board member Ed Gallagher pointed out that “state aid has not evaporated today.” “We shouldn’t make decisions on what might happen at the state level” someday, Gallagher stated. Gallagher said he believes it would “be crazy” to consider a school bond this year. He also said he would rather emphasize reducing class size in the existing buildings (by using additional portable classrooms). “It would be misguided to put a $30 million bond out without doing all the homework,” Gallagher emphasized.

Colby Putnam, who serves as one of the student representatives to the Windham School Board, said he doesn’t feel that residents have the money to pay for a bond now. “It’s only an ‘if’” as far as losing state aid, Putnam added.

Christine Carpenter, the other student representative to the school board, said she feels its “good to know there are people looking out for the students” of Windham, but she would not like to see other areas of the budget or curriculum reduced in order to pay for a new middle school. Carpenter said she doesn’t think people should “rush into passing a bond” now at the risk of losing teachers or programs.

Former School Board Chairman Barbara Coish, who has already announced her intention to seek re-election this coming March, said she’d like to see the board focus on getting the money ($160,000) to finish the facility needs plan, which was started more than a year ago. “At this point,” Coish said, “we really don’t know what we need or where best to put what we do need.” The facility needs plan is one thing that definitely needs to pass this coming March, Coish stated.

Windham resident and parent Heather Petro took an opposite opinion, however, from most board members. “The money is available now,” Petro said, “and the need is great.” Petro spoke in favor of putting forth the middle school bond, encouraging school board members “not to shy away from this opportunity” and to bring the bond proposal to voters in 2010.

Windham resident and parent Michelle Farrell also spoke in favor of asking voters for $30 million this coming March. “Space is a huge issue,” Farrell said, adding that she doesn’t like the idea of leasing more portables to house students. Farrell said she understands that getting voters to support a building bond, at this time, would be difficult, but “we have to figure out how to get the community behind this project,” she told school board members.

Resident Bob Coole agreed with school board members who feel this is not the time to move forward with building another school in Windham. Not only is the economy doing poorly, he said, but there just isn’t “enough time to educate the public on the need or on the options.”

No School Bond- continued to page 7

No School Bond Being Sought This Year

A Night at the Aquarium

painting craft and explored the Amazing Jellies Exhibit. At lights-out, the Scouts camped in the West Wing, which is a two-level exhibit space that currently houses the Amazing Jellies Exhibit. In the morning, the Scouts had the whole aquarium to themselves to explore until the regular visitors arrived. After 9 a.m., each Scout received a hand stamp that

Above: Windham Pack 263 Cub Scouts watch a demonstration at the New England Aquarium

Left: Two of the Scouts learn how to dissect squid

was good for admission to the Aquarium for the rest of the day. The Scouts want to thank their leaders and parents for the

unique opportunity of spending “A Night at the Aquarium.” If your boy is interested in Scouting, contact Fred Nader at

[email protected], or Jim Curtin at [email protected].

by Barbara O’BrienWindham’s historic, town-owned Searles School and

Chapel is “almost without a leader,” Marion Dinsmore of the Historic Commission told selectmen recently.

Ginette McMahon, who has been working as the schedule coordinator/manager for Searles School and Chapel for an extended period of time, is retiring from that position and historic commission members are in a quandary as how to best handle the facility’s management in the future.

Currently, the job is essentially that of a volunteer, Dinsmore said, paying approximately $6,000 per year. Town Administrator David Sullivan said they have been seeking a volunteer to take over the duties currently performed by McMahon, but have had no luck in finding anyone.

As a possible alternative, Dinsmore asked David Kolifrath, proprietor of Searles Castle Event Management, to speak with selectmen. Kolifrath explained that there is a lot of confusion going on between Searles Castle and Searles School and Chapel. People interested in using the facilities are confusing one with the other, he said. Because of this confusion, Kolifrath said he feels it would behoove both facilities to be under the same auspices.

Searles Castle is often the site of weddings, bridal showers, christenings, and other such social events. The facility caters mostly to fairly large events, with a minimum number of guests required. Searles School and Chapel, on the other hand, often hosts events put on by local organizations and is willing to handle smaller events.

Kolifrath’s proposal is that his management firm take over the marketing, bookings, and other such planning for Searles School and Chapel. He said his company is well respected and has done an exceptional job for the owners of Searles Castle, which is the property of the Sisters of Mercy in Rhode Island. Kolifrath said his firm has recently signed a new 10-year lease with the Sisters of Mercy.

According to Kolifrath, it would be a win/win situation for Windham to hire Searles Castle Event Management to handle Searles School and Chapel. “I know we can make it profitable,” Kolifrath said, adding that to make the facility a nicer place to hold events would take some work, particularly in regard to decorating and landscaping. “The

building should be utilized more than it is now,” he said. Under the proper management, more money could be made for the historic commission to use for much needed building renovations “without costing taxpayers a bundle,” he added.

“Someone needs to be in charge of overseeing the events” at the school and chapel, Kolifrath said. Currently, no one from the town is on hand during events at the Searles School and Chapel. The town has been lucky, so far, that no damage has been done over there, Kolifrath stated. Town employees do open and close the facility before and after events, Dinsmore said, but do not stay on site throughout receptions and parties.

Selectman Galen Stearns said he would still want a reduced fee schedule for residents and non-profit local organizations, even if the school and chapel were to be managed by an outside firm. Kolifrath suggested that local groups could use the facilities Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, while Thursdays through Sundays would be reserved for those who would pay a higher fee.

As for the types of events Kolifrath would endorse, there would be “nothing on the wild side,” he said, out of respect for the historical significance of the Searles School and Chapel. There would be no children’s birthday parties, no Sweet Sixteen parties, and no Turning 21 parties, he specified.

Selectman Roger Hohenberger said he didn’t want the Searles School and Chapel to be looked upon as a business venture, but, rather, as a town asset. The facility is “well respected by the community as it is,” Hohenberger said, “not as a business to make money.”

Windham resident and school district official Betty Dunn pointed out that the management of the school and chapel is “at a crossroads.” “We have to involve those who can run the building and the business in a more efficient fashion, on a day-to-day basis,” Dunn said.

Selectmen agreed by consensus that they want Kolifrath to develop a proposed business plan for Searles School and Chapel. Once the plan is completed, selectmen want it reviewed by members of the Historic Commission, then brought back to the board for a final decision.

Management Proposal for Searles School and Chapel in the Works

Management Proposal for Searles School and Chapel in the Works

by Barbara O’BrienWindham Endowment, a non-profit organization

dedicated to raising money for a number of local purposes, has made another donation to the new Windham High School; a facility which opened its doors just this past September.

Diane Carpenter, one of the founders of Windham Endowment, met with school board members recently to present the donation of an eight-panel acoustical shell intended to enhance performances at the high school. School board members accepted the $17,531 donation, unanimously, by a vote of 5 to 0.

Carpenter explained that the most recent donation is part of Windham Endowment’s High School Capital Campaign, which focuses on three distinct designations, including Fine Arts, the Science Curriculum (Alternative Energy), and the General Fund. Those who donate to the High School Capital Campaign may specify the exact purpose of any donations.

Carpenter told school board members that the purpose of the acoustical shell will be two-fold; first, to use during performances of specialty groups, such as a flute ensemble or small choral group. It can also be used in larger places than the auditorium, such as the gymnasium or cafeteria, to focus the sound toward an audience.

According to Carpenter, the screen has already been manufactured and will be shipped from a factory located in Minnesota. The donation includes the cost of freight and handling. Additional panels can be added to the screen, as needed, up to a total of 13. “Eight panels will get us through the next few years, though,” Carpenter said.

This is the third gift that Windham Endowment has directed toward the Fine Arts Program. The other two gifts include a bassoon and symphonic chimes, as well as a baby grand piano, which has already been featured at each of the concerts performed at Windham High School thus far. “Our goal is to enhance the high school for the entire community,” Carpenter said.

School Superintendent Frank Bass announced that the prestigious All-State Jazz Festival will be held at Windham High School this year. “This is an incredible opportunity,” Bass said, adding that a number of well-known jazz artists will be featured during the three-day festival.

As for additional donations to Windham Endowment, Carpenter said, “gifts of any size are always welcome.” Many corporations also offer matching funds for donations made by their employees, she added. Donations to Windham Endowment are tax-deductible.

Windham Endowment DonatesAcoustical Shell

Animal Rescue Network of New England, Pelham Police Department Community Service Room, first Monday, 7 – 8 p.m.

Budget Committee meeting, Mondays and Thursdays, 7:30 pm, visit www.pelhamweb.com for exact schedule

Conservation Commission, Sherburne Hall, 7:30 p.m., second Wednesday

Council on Aging, Pelham Senior Center, 1 p.m., first Thursday (except July and August)

CTAC, Town Hall Annex, 7 p.m., second Wednesday

GriefShare, grief recovery support group, Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Crossroads Baptist Church

Hannah Dustin Quilters Guild, Hudson Community Center, 9 a.m., first Monday (except June-August)

Historical Society, Historical Society Building, fourth Monday

Knights of Columbus, K of C Hall, 7:30 p.m., first Wednesday

Library Events: www.pelhamweb.com/library

Library Trustees, Pelham Library, 6:30 p.m., second Wednesday

Mom To Mom, Crossroads Baptist Church, every other Thursday, for information, contact Cindy at [email protected] or 635-1556.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support), Pelham Public Library, Molly Hobbs Room, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., First Monday (unless it’s a holiday, then second Monday). [email protected].

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meeting, Crossroads Baptist Church, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., first and third Thursdays of most months. (635-1556 or e-mail [email protected]); www.mops.org.

Planning Board, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., first and third Monday

Pulpit Rock Lodge Number 103, A&FM Meeting, every second Monday (except July and August), 7:30 p.m., at the Lodge.

Pulpit Rock Lodge’s Public Breakfast, every third Sunday (except July and August) 8 – 10 a.m.

Red Hat Society, VFW, 6 Main Street, 1:00 p.m., second Tuesday

Recreation Department activities: www.pelhamweb.com/recreation/

Rockingham County Women’s Connection, Rockingham Race Track, Belmont Room, 11:30 a.m., third Tuesday

Selectmen, Sherburne Hall, 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays

Single Mom Small Group, 7 p.m., Fridays, Mindy 635-8679

St. Patrick School Board, School Library, 7 p.m., second Tuesday

VFW, 6 Main Street, Pelham, 7 p.m., first Thursday

Wattannick Grange, Hudson Grange Hall, 7:30 p.m., first and third Monday

Zoning Board, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., second Monday

Pelham Regular Meetings & Events

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Community EventsCommunity EventsCommunity EventsSaturday, January 16Gardens of Hope is a non-profit organization assisting Salem cancer patients with the upkeep of their established gardens. The first meeting/orientation will be held at the Kelley Library on Route 97, Salem, from 10 a.m.-noon. Please call 870-9395 to register with Sandy, or leave your name and telephone number for a return call.

Monday, January 18The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers and teams for the first Relay For Life® of Pelham, which will be held on June 5 and 6. Organizers are holding a Kickoff Event at 6 p.m. on Monday, January 18, at Chunky’s in Pelham to engage volunteers in recruiting and assembling teams, seeking community support, coordinating logistics, securing donated refreshments and prizes, planning entertainment, and lending their support in any way. Relay For Life mobilizes communities to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and provide participants with an opportunity to fight back against the disease. Relay For Life events are held overnight as individuals and teams camp out at an athletic track, park, or other gathering area with the goal of keeping at least one team member on the track or pathway at all times throughout the evening. If you would like to RSVP for the informational meeting on Monday, January 18, contact Event Coordinators Sara-Jean at [email protected] or Sue at [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org. To learn more about us or to get help, call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345, or visit cancer.org.

Tuesday, January 19Supervisors of the Checklist for the Town of Pelham will be in session for additions and corrections to the checklist from 7-7:30 p.m. in the community room at the Pelham Police Department. New voters may register and change of party registrations will be accepted at this time. New voters may also register at the Town Clerk’s office during regular business hours. Picture ID and proof of residency are required

Saturday, January 23Tickets are now on sale for a Luau, sponsored by Pelham Community Girl Scouts, which will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Pelham Fish and Game Club. This event is a fundraiser to help offset the cost of community Girl Scout activities, such as the Guy-n-Gal Square Dance and our summer camporee. The Luau will include a Chinese food buffet, raffles, DJ entertainment, and it is BYOB (must be 21 to attend). Luau attire encouraged! There is a charge per person; advance purchase, please. If you would like to purchase tickets or if you have any questions, please e-mail Julie Jones at [email protected], or call her at 508-1443.

Friday, January 29The Windham Destination ImagiNation teams will be holding their annual Spaghetti Supper at the new Windham High School, from 5-7:30 p.m. A delicious dinner of spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert, and beverage will be served. During the dinner, families can participate in the Cake Walk. Destination ImagiNation, or “DI,” is an international organization in which Windham students from grades 2-12 can participate. The program teaches life skills and expands imaginations through team-based, creative problem solving. You can purchase tickets from any DI team member or by calling Christie Davis at 537-0223, or MiShel Meissner at 432-3732, or by e-mailing [email protected]. Tickets will also be available at the door. Please come out to support the Windham DI teams, see the new high school, and enjoy a great evening with family and friends.

LibraryLibraryLibrarySaturday, January 16The Friends of the Library of Windham will sponsor a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Extravaganza! Starting at 1 p.m., we will transform the multi-purpose room into a factory of fun. Taste a treat from the chocolate fountain, try your luck at a bubble gum-blowing contest, guess the chocolate treats in the jar, and much more. We will begin the party by reading a short excerpt from the book, followed by cupcake decorating and other activities. Our afternoon will conclude with the movie, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, starring Gene Wilder as we indulge in tons of popcorn and gigantic lollipops! Due to the length of this program, parents have the option of either staying in the library, or leaving and returning at 3 p.m. Each participant will also bring home his/her very own copy of the book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; motion picture version provided by F.L.O.W. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. To register for this program, call the library at 432-7154, or register in person at the front desk. Each registrant will receive his or her own “Golden Ticket” to enter the “chocolate factory” that day.

LibraryLibraryLibraryWednesday, January 27The Nesmith Library will hold a Book Autopsy Workshop, which is a book discussion program with Julie MacShane, at 7 p.m. The workshop will give readers the skills to determine the strengths of a book by asking certain questions about character, plot, and theme. Workshop leader, Julie MacShane, is a writer and editor. To learn more about Julie, visit www.juliemacshane.com. To make the workshop practical, participants will read and discuss a short book, The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho. Copies of the book are available at the Nesmith Library for workshop participants. Space is limited to 15 participants, so please call to register at 432-7154.

Saturday, February 6Warm up at the Friends of the Library of Windham’s (FLOW) Winter Book Fair. Come and enjoy gently used adult and children’s fiction and non-fiction books, games, CDs, and software from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nesmith Library in Windham. FLOW’s pre-sale will be Friday, February 5, from 4 -6:30 p.m. The pre-sale is for FLOW members, teachers, and senior citizens only; however, non-members may join that evening and enjoy the full benefits of membership right away. Senior citizens are not only invited to shop at the pre-sale, but will also enjoy a 25-percent discount at the pre-sale. For more information, contact Susan Hebert at 425-1936 or Kelley Gage at 434-2070.

MeetingsMeetingsMeetingsSaturday, January 16The public is invited to the installation of the new Master at the Pelham Freemason Lodge, Perkins Way (off Tenney Road), POB 33, Pelham, at 10:30 a.m. The public is also welcome to the Pelham Freemason breakfast on the third Sunday of the month, and dinner on the second Monday of the month, at the lodge. For more information, call 635-7888.

Pelham Senior LunchPelham Senior LunchPelham Senior LunchMeals are served at the Senior Center, 8 Nashua Road, Pelham. Tuesday, January 12 – Friday, January 15Tuesday– Soup, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Mashed Potato/Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Green Beans, Bread, DessertWednesday– Tossed Salad, Salisbury Steak, Potato/Gravy, Sliced Beets, Bread, Brownie/Ice CreamThursday– Beef Stew, Cottage Cheese & Fruit Salad, Biscuits, Blueberry PieFriday– Boiled Dinner - Smoked Shoulder, Boiled Potato, Carrots, Cabbage, Dark Bread, Lemon Jello/Topping

Seminars & CoursesSeminars & CoursesSeminars & CoursesStarting in January The Pelham Public Library will be offering a one-hour class dedicated to understanding and using basic computer functions. We will be going over the Windows operating system, e-mail, searching the Internet, and downloading programs. This will be a hands-on workshop working with the computers in the library. There will be information to take home and work with as well. The class will run for four weeks, and will be every Monday and Friday from 1-2 p.m. There is limited space, so if you are interested, contact the library and register as soon as possible. If there is sufficient interest, we will offer this program again in the spring.

Sports & RecreationSports & RecreationSports & RecreationNow through Friday, February 19Pelham Parks and Recreation is now holding registration for the 2010 Indoor Soccer League, which will be played on five Saturdays, March 6–April 3 at the Pelham Elementary and Memorial School gyms. The league is open to boys and girls, ages 5–12. No experience needed! Coaches wanted! A late fee will be charged after the February 19 deadline. Teams are a mix of boys and girls; space is limited. Must be age 5 as of 3/1/10. Registration forms at our town hall office or print form online (www.pelhamweb.com/recreation). You may also register/pay online at https://webtrac.pelhamweb.com. Forms may be mailed or dropped off at 6 Village Green. There is a fee per player. E-mail [email protected], or call 635-2721 with any questions or to volunteer as a coach.

Sports & RecreationSports & RecreationSports & RecreationMondays, January 25 through March 8Pelham Parks and Recreation will offer six 90-minute Art Classes. The class is for children ages six and up, and will run from 3:30-5 p.m. on Mondays from January 25 through March 8, at the V.F.W. Hall (old town hall on Main St.). No experience or equipment needed. Drop-off expected. Size of groups is limited; first-come, first-serve. A registration form can be picked up at 6 Village Green, or online at www.pelhamweb.com/recreation. There is a cost for the class. The course includes supplies and explores a new medium every week using charcoal, watercolor, pastels, and more. The instructor is Janet Daigle. Please sign up by January 20. Call 635-2721 with any questions, or e-mail [email protected].

Starting January 17Pelham Parks and Recreation is offering a new boys’ lacrosse winter program for U11 (ages 9-10) and U13 (ages 11-12) to start January 17, 2010, at Bedford Sportsplex in Bedford, NH, for six weeks on Sundays. There is a registration fee, plus a uniform cost, to be paid separately. Players must furnish their own equipment. Registration is open online to pay with MC or Visa at https://webtrac.pelhamweb.com, or forms can be printed from www.pelhamweb.com/recreation and mailed in or dropped off at our 6 Village Green office in Pelham. Please e-mail [email protected], or call 635-2721 with any questions. Space is limited; first-come, first-served. Sign-ups are open to residents and non-residents, only if a lacrosse league is not offered in your town. A spring league offer will follow to be played outdoors at Raymond Park in Pelham also for U11, U13, and U15. If anyone is interested in putting together a girls’ lacrosse league, kindly contact us.

Starting Friday, January 22Pelham Parks and Recreation is now accepting registrations for Introduction to Martial Arts classes for boys and girls ages 4-6. The classes will be held on four Friday nights from 5:30-6 p.m. starting January 22, 2010. Space is limited; first-come, first-serve. There is a cost per participant. Comfortable clothing is suggested. Open to children not previously registered, resident and non-resident. Classes are given by instructor Bert Cunningham at Family Martial Arts Studio on Rte. 38, Pelham. Forms are available to print and mail with check on www.pelhamweb.com/recreation, or you may sign up and pay online with credit card at https://webtrac.pelhamweb.com. E-mail [email protected], or call 635-2721 with any questions.

February School Vacation – February 22 through 26Pelham Parks and Recreation will hold Pelham Winter Classic 2010 Youth Pond Hockey Tournament, a new Youth Hockey Tournament that will be held at the Pelham Ice Rink, Lyons Park (behind the Town Hall), during the week of February school vacation. The tournament is for boys and girls (ages 12 and under, and 13-17). Each team will play two 20-min. games, and then be seeded for single elimination. Players are required to supply their own equipment. Helmets and skates are required; mouth guards, elbow pads, shin pads, and gloves are all strongly recommended. Teams can wear same-colored jerseys (players provide their own), or we will supply pinnies if possible. There are no goalies, no checking, no slap shots, no passing the puck, and no offsides. Registration forms, schedules, and a full list of rules are available online at www.pelhamweb.com/recreation. Forms may be mailed to 6 Village Green with payment. There is a cost per team to be paid by team captain, or register as an individual to be placed on a team. Placement is not guaranteed. Program is subject to cancellation due to insufficient sign-ups. Checks should be made payable to Town of Pelham. E-mail [email protected], or call 635-2721 with any questions. Visit https://webtrac.pelhamweb.com for online sign-ups and credit card payment.

Windham Regular Meetings & Events

American Legion Post 109, Town Hall, upstairs, 7:30 p.m., third Tuesday

CHADD, Windham Presbyterian Church, 7:30 p.m., third Thursday (Judy Holt 880-4997)

Community Dances, Windham Town Hall, 8 p.m., first Friday (Windham Rec. 894-1947)

Conservation Commission, Planning & Development Conference room, 7 p.m., second and fourth Thursday

Garden Club, Windham Town Hall, 7:30 p.m., third Thursday (except July/August)

Hannah Dustin Quilters Guild, Hudson Community Center, 9 a.m., first Monday (except June – August)

Historic District/Heritage Commission, Bartley House, 4 p.m., second Wednesday

Library Events: www.nesmithlibrary.org

Lions Club, Windham Senior Center, 7 p.m., first and third Wednesday (except July & August) Visitors are always welcome.

MOM’S Club of Windham, Call for info: 898-8255 or [email protected]

Planning Board, Planning & Development Conference Room, 7:00 p.m., first and third Wednesday

Recreation Committee, Planning & Development Conference Room, 7 p.m., third Thursday

Recreation Department activities: http://windhamnewhampshire.com/depts/recreation.htm

Selectmen, Planning Department, 7 p.m., Mondays

Technical Advisory Committee, SAU Building, 7 p.m., second Thursday (except July, August, December)

Toastmasters, Windham Senior Center, 7 p.m., second Wednesday

Windham Bible Chapel Youth Group, at Chapel, 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays

Windham Newcomers & Friends Club, activities scheduled throughout the month. (www.windhamnewcomers.com)

Windham Woman’s Club, Windham Town Hall, 11:30 a.m., first Wednesday, September through May; second Wednesday in January (434-5096, www.windhamwomansclub.com)

Zoning Board, Planning & Devel. Conference Room, 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday.

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by Doug RobinsonAlan May was lost looking at the pictures of his son in the green

and brown pages of the special book created to celebrate the life of his son who bore his name. Justin Alan May passed away at the tender, young age of only eight years old on November 17, 2009, due to complications involved with the H1N1 virus.

The words coming out of Alan’s mouth trembled and his eyes remained blank as he visited and re-visited the memories of his only son from the pictures between the pages of that very special book. With his lower lip quivering, he stated, “he (Justin) loved life most of all.”

The house was vacant of any remembrance of a holiday gone by or the leftover strings of confetti still not vacuumed on the living-room floor from a New Year’s Eve celebration. While their kitchen walls had been recently painted and the thin blue tape was still masked to their kitchen floor, nothing could cover or mask the sadness and depth of grief of this Pelham family. Their home was missing a very beloved child who died before his time.

Alan, his wife, Patti, and their two girls, India, 10, and Dara, twin sister to Justin, reside in Pelham, and the children attend the Pelham schools.

The only vehicle present in the family’s two-car garage was the custom-made, specially built tricycle, used only once back in October by Justin. In the near zero-degree weather, both of the parents’ vehicles stood outside the garage in the snow-covered driveway. Justin’s tricycle owned the garage, resting alone as if waiting for Justin to return and take it for a spin. “He loved his new tricycle,” stated Patti.

The custom-made trike, known as an AmTryke, was designed specifically for Justin, as he had cerebral palsy. Those who receive AmTrykes are “provided a new life, a new beginning, a new set of experiences,” according to AmTryke LLC, which manufactures the custom-designed trikes.

“He was born with cerebral palsy and his legs were in braces,” continued Alan, as he walked in circles, pacing aimlessly, and fighting his internal nightmare that his son was no longer with them. Restless as he read the pages of the special book, he tried repeatedly to regain focus and composure as to what he was going to say next. “Can you think of anyone else to thank?” he shouted to Patti in the next room.

“He loved his two sisters,” called out Patti from the adjoining room. As Alan continued to swallow hard trying to get the words out, Patti comforted the young girls by talking of God and “how he (Justin) is in a good place.”

“Justin was a remarkably curious boy; just a great kid,” which was heard from the living room. “He loved his brother and sister, and he loved people. He knew everyone, from the principal to the janitor at the school. He overcame so much stuff. He kept going. He loved life,” stated Alan.

He loved playing baseball for the Angels Challenger League. “His nickname given to him by Father Joe of St. Patrick Church, Pelham, was Big Papi,” stated Patti. “There, next to the television, is a picture given to us by his team.” He was holding the bat southpaw, just like Big Papi.

Everywhere and everyone Justin touched, he loved. Pictures of Justin with family, with baseball friends, and with his sisters; love letters written to Justin; and a letter from Justin’s third-grade class could be found on the fireplace mantel, the refrigerator, and bookcases of their home. The Celebration of Life Mass for him filled the church with a love that could only have been called a love of reciprocation. Everyone loved him.

A giant letter that reads, “Dear Justin, We love you and miss you a lot. We are sending you a giant hug made from our hands. We hope that this will let you know how much we care about you and it will keep you feeling safe. We have many happy memories of things we have done together. These memories will help to keep you living on with all of us. Love, Mrs. Taylor’s third-grade class,” rests boldly and clearly on the fireplace mantle for all to share.

“We want to thank so many people; that is very hard for us to do,” said Alan. “We need to thank our neighbors and friends who have been here continually to help us. Mrs. Taylor’s third grade class and the staff at the elementary school are very wonderful. St. Patrick Church hosted a wonderful Celebration of Life for Justin. Father Bob came back to celebrate in the service celebrating Justin’s life. Northeast Rehab in Salem has been a big part of our life for a long time, and they are like family to us.”

Patti and Alan also we wish to thank: Diane and Dan Flood and Uncle John Luongo and Debby

Luongo for their love and support during the difficult time. Their parents, Alan and Jacqueline May, and Deana Luongo need to be recognized.

Thanks to the Pelham Funeral Home, run by Jim O’Donnell, for their fantastic Celebration of Life service for Justin May on November 24 at St. Patrick Church.

It was Diane Flood who made the wonderful book of Justin’s

life. As Alan thumbed the pages, he paused, swallowed, and said, “He loved going to the Aquarium in Mystic, CT. He would feed the birds and pet the stingrays. This one here is my favorite picture.” And Patti, while resting on the sofa with her two children watching the television, chimed in and stated that, “He loved going to Rockport, where he wanted to want to walk on the rocks. He loved dogs, too, but he was allergic to them.”

The May family writes, “We are truly thankful for our family, friends, and the entire Pelham community for your encouragement and condolences during this very difficult time. As a community, you have embraced us like family and your ongoing support helps us to deal with our considerable loss. The caring that you provide gives us the ongoing strength needed to make it through each day. We wish for everyone to remember Justin for the way he lived his life—with a sense of humor and a profound interest in and caring for others.”

In the spring, the May family will be planting a tree on the property of Pelham Elementary School in Justin’s honor, and they also intend to install a granite bench next to the playground in his memory.

The family has also decided to donate Justin’s specially built tricycle to the Pelham Elementary School so that “other kids can take advantage of it. We are honored to donate Justin’s modified bicycle to the Pelham elementary school. We hope that this will provide another child with a sense of freedom and recreation,” according to the family.

The family will also be donating Justin’s two wheelchairs to the Pelham Memorial School “for those in need. Justin had a zest for life that was unparalleled. Therefore, we hope that his memory serves as an inspirational reminder that we should all cherish our loved ones, including family, friends, and community, each and every day.”

Those wishing to remember Justin may make a donation to the Justin Alan May Fund, c/o Sovereign Bank, 150 Bridge St., P.O. Box 30, Pelham, NH 03076.

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In March 2010, the voters of Pelham will be asked to support a warrant article for expansion of the existing Senior Center in the amount of $279,000, of which $100,000 will be provided from an existing Capital Reserve and $40,000 will be donated by the Pelham Council on Aging (COA), leaving $139,000 to be raised through taxes.

Under the Town’s current assessed valuation, this represents a 10-cent increase in the tax rate for 2010 or a one-time yearly increase of $25 for a taxpayer with a home valued at $250,000.

There are several important facts I respectfully ask the voters to consider in this regard.

First, as the Selectman’s Representative to the Senior Center, I have seen firsthand the nature of the services this facility provides and can attest to its importance to the community. I have also witnessed the difficulties the staff has in accommodating the multiple activities that take place during normal operations and I am impressed with the variety and nature of the activities which actually take place. In fact, in talking to some seniors, it is apparent that this facility is their primary resource to socialize, participate in recreational activities, and receive physical well-being and health services advice. The government-subsidized nutritional program provided through this center is a mainstay for some of our less than well-off citizens, while the senior center bus serves as a major transportation means for shopping, recreation, and a means to participate in the nutrition program for many. That said, it is obvious that the Senior Center is an important element within our Town’s infrastructure.

Second, it is the opinion of the COA, the Director of the facility, and myself that the current facility is inadequate to meet existing needs. In scheduling the multiple services and activities the center provides, such as nutritional programs, recreational facilities and most importantly, health and well-being services, it is increasingly difficult to conduct many activities concurrently, if at all. Rather, it is frequently necessary to “juggle” activities to accommodate space requirements. Some recommended programs are deferred or not considered because of the lack of space.

Third, considering the town’s current financial difficulties, the BOS and the COA are not asking for a newer facility, or even a replacement of the existing location, but rather a modest expansion that will provide much needed space to accommodate the current and increasing demands for services. Toward reducing the burden on the Pelham taxpayer,

the COA has conducted, and continues to conduct, a vigorous fundraising campaign to raise funds and is pledging $40,000 of its own funds to support the expansion. In addition, a COA Building Subcommittee has worked diligently to develop the extension plan with cost efficiency in mind and the objective of insuring the expansion will suffice for the coming years.

Last, please recognize that with the expected increase in senior taxpayers in the coming years as the population ages, the Senior Center will be faced with serious reductions in services if the present facilities are not expanded. This means that your parents, relatives, friends, or even yourself, if you are contemplating retirement, will have limited options available for senior recreational, health, and social needs, should they elect to reside in Pelham in future years.

Therefore, I would encourage you to visit the Senior Center to observe firsthand what they provide and how the facilities are used, to see for yourself, and then vote accordingly in March.

The BOS, as well as the Budget Committee, has fully supported this warrant and hopes you do also.

Ed Gleason - Pelham

We Can Do ItSuppose we didn’t borrow any more money

from China. Then suppose we froze the interest that we pay to China for the money that we have borrowed. We could then pay off the loan we owe to China. How can we do that, you ask?

First, we would not loan or give any more money to any other country. The money saved would be used to pay down the ‘bill’ we owe to China.

Second, we would cancel all the TARP programs, make no more loans to the banks, and have no more government buy-outs or takeovers. This saved money would also be used to pay down our loan from China.

Third, put the healthcare reform, cap and trade, and greenhouse gas on hold ‘til the Chinese tab is brought under control.

Then, we need to put America back to work. No, not by putting more people to work in the Public Sector or other temporary make-work jobs. We need to let the Private Sector do what it does best, and that is create jobs, make money, pay taxes, put more people to work, make more money, and pay more taxes. That is the American way. That is what makes America the greatest country in the world.

We must stop wringing our hands over ‘climate change’ and Al Gore with his wind

and solar power. Let’s drill for some of the billions of barrels of oil in our own country. Then, we’ll build two oil refineries and the pipelines to move the oil. Built in America, by Americans, using American-made material and products. Don’t say it can’t be done—that’s how we used to do it. No government money—‘Private Enterprise.’

We can start mining the millions of tons of coal in our own country. Build coal-fired power plants and coal-fired steel mills. We have the technology to make coal scrubbers more efficient, so let’s do it.

We can reduce the number of unemployed men and women in our country, and reduce the trillions of dollars of debt we owe to China. We are Americans, and we can do it.

Ron Preble - Windham

Why I Am Voting for a New High School

I have lived in Pelham for 38 years. My three children have all graduated from Pelham High School, and I taught for 22 years at Pelham Memorial School. Pelham has been a wonderful town in which to live and raise a family. I have seen many changes over the years. I am proud when I look at our library, town hall, and police department facilities and our fairly new elementary school, as well as

the growth in our recreation department and in many other areas.

Pelham’s population has grown tremendously over the last 30 years, and yet we remain a three-school town. The space and safety deficiencies, as well as the probationary accreditation status of Pelham High School, are well documented. These are facts that cannot be disputed. In addition to all of that, we now live in a global economy, whether we like it or not. We must provide our students the educational opportunities to compete in this ever-changing world.

There will never be the “perfect time” to build a new high school, but I believe this is a good time to do it. The interest rates are at their lowest in years. The price of materials has slowed because of the economy. The bond on the elementary school will be paid off this year. But one of the most important reasons is that this summer, the state intends to end its school building aid to the cities and towns. If we do not vote in a new high school in March, there may be no state building aid available when we do decide to build in the future.

In the next two months, you will be given much information to sift through to make a decision on the high school. All I would ask is that you separate the facts from the opinions. To me, the facts speak loudly and clearly that we need a new high school.

Ginger Borst - Pelham

Support Pelham School Sportssubmitted by Lori Mogauro

Pelham Memorial School is hosting an Adult Dinner Dance Fundraiser to support school sports programs. Funds have been cut from the budget and the Booster Club Committee wanted to host a community activity to raise money. One hundred-percent of the proceeds earned will go towards any supplies needed to fund school sports. The event will be held on January 30 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Pelham Fish and Game Club, featuring DJed music by Abducted Entertainment, dinner served buffet-style, and raffle. Please provide your own beverages.

Tickets can be purchased per person or for a table of 10. You can purchase tickets during Pelham Parks and Recreation basketball games on Saturday mornings and Tuesday nights at the Pelham Memorial and Pelham Elementary Schools. Tickets will also be available at the Pelham Memorial School by contacting Mrs. Sue Levine. Lastly, tickets can be purchased through e-mail by contacting Pattie Parece at [email protected], Lori Mogauro at [email protected], or Tammy Szyszlo at [email protected].

Hours of tickets sales: • Saturday January 16: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pelham Memorial and Pelham Elementary Schools • Tuesday, January 19: 6 to 9 p.m., Pelham Memorial School• Saturday, January 23: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pelham Memorial and Pelham Elementary Schools

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by Barbara O’BrienOne of the projects included in the proposed 2010 Windham

Town operating budget is a new salt shed; a facility that needs to be relocated from its existing site near the historic depot. The current proposal includes building a new salt shed on town-owned property located near the Windham Transfer Station off Ledge Road.

Although the salt shed project was rejected by voters last year through a warrant article, officials from the Department of Environmental Services (DES) are still mandating that the relocation be completed by 2011. In order to meet that deadline, selectmen are including a portion of the money needed for the salt shed in the proposed operating budget for this year. The allocation of $160,000, to go toward a new salt shed, is also being recommended by members of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee.

According to Assistant Town Administrator Dana Call, 10 bids for a new salt shed were received by the late December deadline. “These are preliminary numbers,” Town Administrator David

Sullivan cautioned, explaining that the bid quotes ranged from a low of $562,680 to a high of $1.3 million.

In soliciting the bids, town officials offered five different options for a salt shed facility. These options, Sullivan said, range from just a salt shed to a facility which combines both a salt shed and a four-bay highway maintenance garage into a single structure.

Sullivan explained that three of the bids received fit into the $960,000 proposed allocation to construct a new salt shed facility. Two of the other bidders are very close to that amount, but slightly higher, he added.

During the beginning of January, plans were for town officials, including Highway Agent Jack McCarthy, to study the bids received for the salt shed endeavor and to formulate any recommendations from there.

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by Barbara O’BrienFourteen years ago, Mary and Andy Griffin

decided to sell their former farmland to the Town of Windham rather than have it turned into another development. It is that land that has since become Griffin Park, one of the town’s finest assets.

In recognition of the Griffin’s dedication to their hometown, the Windham Baseball and Softball League recently mounted a plaque at the park in their honor. Andy Griffin passed away at the age of 85 in 1997, but his wife, Mary, was on hand for the recent plaque presentation.

Selectman Charles McMahon, who also serves as president of the Windham Baseball/Softball League, spoke about the generosity of the Griffins and how the land came to belong to the Town of Windham.

In 1996, McMahon said, he was contacted by Andy Griffin and asked to serve as “a go-between” in securing a buyer for his family’s Tara Farm. Andy and Mary Griffin had spent most of their adult life working the farm and operating the produce stand, and eventually, an ice cream stand as well. Mary described herself as “the laborer,” while Andy always got to operate the tractor.

In addition to his farm work, Andy Griffin also worked as a police officer and prosecutor for many years. He also served in the military for an extended period. After returning to Windham following his military service in World War II, Andy Griffin was heard to say that paradise had been lost when he went away, but was found again upon his return to New Hampshire and his beloved wife.

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That proposal was for an elderly housing/nursing home complex, McMahon said.

It became apparent, however, that Andy Griffin really didn’t want the farmland to be developed, McMahon said. So, that was when the idea of a town park came into play, and, turning down the $1.2 million offer, the Griffins ultimately sold the land to the Town of Windham, to be used for passive and non-passive recreational purposes. The price tag was $500,000, less than half of what had been offered by the developers. It was only a year later that Andy Griffin passed away.

“He was a remarkable gentleman,” Mary Griffin said of her late husband. “He loved everybody and everybody loved Andy.” Looking at the plaque being displayed by McMahon, Mary Griffin smiled and thanked everyone for the honor. “Every time I go to the park now,” she said, looking at the etched likeness of her husband, “I’ll be able to say hi to Andy.”

The Griffin’s plaque will be displayed on “The Wall of Thanks,” McMahon said. “This park is their legacy. We don’t want anyone to ever forget how we got here,” he said, adding that Griffin Park will forever be dedicated to recreational purposes.

There is also another plaque dedicated to the Griffins, one that was mounted on a large stone which was found on the property while Andy Griffin was still alive. This stone has been carbon-dated by scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to be thousands of years old. The stone is similar to those found at Mystery Hill in Salem, McMahon said. “It is a true artifact.” The original plaque and stone are displayed near the front entrance to Griffin Park.

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submitted by Presentation of Mary AcademyPresentation of Mary Academy students in grades four through eight participated in a Geography Bee

within their classrooms. The following students were the winners of their classroom Geography Bee.Grade Four: Nathaniel Lapointe and Francis Pellegrino; Grade Five: Annabelle Dionne and Ava Simon;

Grade Six: Aurora Bas and Emma Stalker; Grade Seven: Melyssa Demers and Erin Farrelly; and Grade Eight: Ryan Brown and Rachel Scaer. After several rounds of questions given by the moderators, fifth-grade teacher Mrs. June DeCosta and eighth-grade teacher Mrs. Jane Carver, the two finalists were Aurora Bas and Melyssa Demers.

Sixth-grader Aurora Bas, winner of the bee, moves one step closer to a chance to win a $25,000 College Scholarship. Aurora will advance to the next level of competition—a written examination to determine the state competitor. All school winners are eligible to win the national championship and its first prize, a $25,000 college scholarship, at the national competition, which will be held in Washington, DC, on May 25 and 26.

Big Friends/Little FriendsSubmitted by Presentation of Mary Academy

At least once a month, seventh graders from Ms. Bergeron’s class and Pre-K students from Mrs. Demers’ class get together to develop a friendship between older students and younger students.

When they gather together, they do many different activities that are prepared by the teachers. In the photograph, the children are enjoying friendship cookies that they made together for their morning snack. They do all kinds of arts and crafts, learn special songs during music and movement, and also pray together. The Pre-K students attended Mass with their “Big Friends.” They were the first Pre-K class to ever attend Mass with the older students.

This developing friendship between the younger and older students at Presentation of Mary Academy in Hudson will be teaching both age groups many new things. The younger students will learn not to be afraid of “Big Kids” and the older students will learn how quickly their “Little Friends” learn from them setting an example of kindness, patience, and genuine caring for each other, no matter what age or size we are.


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submitted by Pelham Travel BasketballPelham Travel Basketball hosted the 14th

Annual Holiday Tournament December 26-29. The event is the key fundraiser for the Travel Basketball program, and is held annually at four locations in Pelham. The tournament had 57 teams from around the area participating, featuring fourth to eighth grade boys and girls divisions. Towns participating included Windham; Hudson; Tyngsborough, MA; Hampstead; Bedford; Dracut, MA; Lowell, MA; Litchfield; Methuen, MA; Merrimack; North Andover, MA; Tewksbury, MA; Londonderry; and Westford, MA, in addition to the Pelham Pride clubs.

In the Fourth Grade Girls division, the Merrimack team stormed their way through the bracket to win the championship with a win over the tough Windham team. In what proved to be a very competitive division, the Pelham hoopsters fought hard, including a nice win versus the Lowell entry. The Fifth Grade Girls bracket was another closely contested division, with no game being decided by more than seven points. The rugged Pelham ballers fought their way to the title by defeating their neighbors, Hudson, 31-25 in the championship. Their title run also included a two-point overtime win against the same Hudson club earlier in the tournament. Sixth Grade Girls saw

both Merrimack and Lowell overpower their opponents en route to a clash of the titans in the finale. Merrimack was able to prevail, 32-22, in a game that was much closer than the score indicated. The Pelham Pride worked hard in all three games, showing great effort. The Seventh Grade Girls bracket pitted Pelham against Londonderry. Both teams dominated pool play while advancing to the finals, including impressive wins over the likes of Dracut, Tyngsborough, and Lowell. The bigger Londonderry club was able to wear down the feisty and tough Pelham entry to take home the title in the closing game of the tournament.

The Fourth Grade Boys division saw the entry from Bedford power its way to the title, including a convincing win over Hudson in the title game. The young and improving Pelham team battled in its three contests, including a one-point thriller against Hudson and a hard-nosed win over the Tewksbury club. In the Fifth Grade Boys division, Lowell proved to be the cream of the crop, going 5-0, including a 49-44 victory over Hudson in the final game. The Pelham club fought hard in their four games playing the likes of Dracut and Londonderry. Sixth Grade Boys saw Litchfield overpower its opponents as it rang up a 4-0 record and a tournament

title. Pelham battled hard in all three of their contests, including a hard-fought, 36-35 win over Methuen. In the Seventh Grade Boys bracket, both Tyngsboro and Hudson were able to survive pool play undefeated. In the finals, Hudson was able to hang on late for a 52-43 victory and a tournament title. The Pelham hoopsters showed great hustle and energy in their three contests in what proved to be a very tough division. The largest division of the tournament was the Eighth Grade Boys bracket. A showdown in the championship between undefeated North Andover and Pelham capped off the boys’ portion of the tournament. The huge crowd was treated to a great show as the teams went back and forth with North Andover eventually edging Pelham, 62-59.

The event was once again a huge success and a tremendous thank-you goes out to everyone who participated in and supported the tournament, including the numerous volunteers who donated their time during the holiday season to ensure the tournament’s success. Their efforts are vital to the success of the event.

The Pelham Pride now looks forward to the 2010 portion of their league and tournament season, ending in early March. For more details on the tournament or the program, visit www.pelhambasketball.com.

Pelham Travel Basketball Hosts Annual Holiday Tournament

submitted by Cathy Robertson-SouterThe Level 5 girls of Gym-Ken Gymnastics, the same team who

won the state championships at Level 4 last spring, came roaring back after a short holiday hiatus to take the first team place at one of the largest invitational meets in the state. Held in Stratham, the Winter Carnival hosts more than 600 girls competing at various levels, from Level 4 up to Level 10. In spite of some very tough competition, Gym-Ken’s nine-girl team stood up on the podium at the end of the meet, holding their first-place banner and beaming at the crowd of parents and well wishers.

The Gym-Ken Level 6 team of five girls made a strong showing against much larger teams, taking home the fifth place banner. The lone Level 7 competitor for Gym-Ken won the all-around title for her group and Level 4’s top competitor took the all-around title as well.

Nearly all of Gym-Ken’s girls also earned a score of 31.00 or above to advance to the State Sectionals meet in February. The results for area girls follow:Level 4:

Paige Butler of Windham placed first on beam, second on bars, fourth on vault and won first place in the all-around.

Delaney Cunningham of Windham fourth on vault and sixth on floor.

Sydney Baldridge of Windham placed fifth on vault. Hannah Monahan of Windham placed sixth on floor and ninth in

the all-around. Kylee Tommasi of Salem placed fourth on floor, sixth on beam,

and sixth in the all-around. Kiana Roy of Salem, Caitlin McLaughlin of Salem, Chrissy

DePamphilis of Windham, and Mary Gallo of Salem all enjoyed their first big invitational meet, starting off 2010 with impressive scores.

Level 5:Alexandra Masone of Windham took first place on vault and bars,

third on floor, and first in the all-around.Samantha Jezak of Windham took first place on bars, beam, and

floor, second on vault, and first in the all-around.Gabriella Palermo of Salem took second place on bars and floor,

fourth on vault, and second in the all-around.Rebecca Heath of Windham took second place on floor, third on

beam, sixth on vault, seventh on bars, and fourth in the all-around.Scarlett Souter of Windham took second place on beam, sixth on

floor, and ninth in the all-around.Tori Sipes of Windham took

fifth place on bars and beam.Alexis Ouellette of Salem

placed in the sectionals with an all-around score of 31.90.Level 6:

Lindsay Maffei of Windham scored 8.95 on vault, 8.1 on bars, 7.0 on beam, and 8.2 on floor, with 32.25 in the all-around.

Madison MacPhee of Salem scored 8.9 on vault, 8.25 on bars, 7.7 on beam, and 8.6 on floor, with 32.45 in the all-around.

Level 7: Amanda Forti of Windham

took first place on beam, third on vault, bars, and floor, and won first place in the all-around for her age group. She also earned a spot in the State Finals competition with her all-around score.

The Gym-Ken Gymnastics competitive girls team is coached by Head Coach Ruth Licata and Assistant Coaches Jen Corsetto and Amberlynn Gifford.

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The Windham girls’ basketball team compiled a 3-1 record for last week alone as the team played four games in seven days. The week started off with a one-point loss on Wednesday, January 6, to a solid St. Thomas Aquinas team at home. Amanda Schiebel accumulated a game-high 14 points as she played well on both ends of the floor. Kelsey Schiebel also added 10 points, but it wasn’t enough as St. Thomas edged the Jags 38-37.

Windham won a close game at Pelham the following Saturday by the score of 52-48. After

many lead changes, the Jaguars took the lead change with a minute and a half to go in the game when Kelsey Schiebel nailed two free throws to put Windham up 50-48. Ashley Adamson then registered the final two points on a lay-up in the last 30 seconds. Adamson ended up as the high scorer with 15 points and Schiebel finished with 14.

On Monday, the Jaguars defeated Bishop Brady, 45-20, with a full team effort. They jumped out to a 26-8 first-quarter lead and never looked back. Adamson led the scoring with eight points, while Meghan Cole and Amanda Schiebel added seven apiece.

Jackie Beck, Morgan Barry, Mehwish Hussain, Deirdre Sanders, and Jiyeong Won all came off the bench to make positive contributions in the

win. During the contest, the Jaguars executed what coach Joe Mancinelli has been stressing to his team.

“Our press was running perfect and we were getting traps like we were supposed to,” Mancinelli said. “We were looking up the court and getting the ball down low, which are two things I’ve been trying to stress.”

A day later, the team notched another win over Bedford by applying tremendous full court pressure and running a 2-3 zone to perfection. Windham went on to win the game by a score of 40-26. Bernadette Connors played well at both ends of the floor for the Jaguars, while Tessa Dyer was a great asset on the defensive end. Adamson led all scorers with 19 points and connected on seven of her 10 attempts from the free

throw line. Kelsey Schiebel also hit some key baskets en route to gathering 11 points in the win.

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Winnacunnet on Sunday in front of a large host of fans at the Cyclones Arena in Hudson. The team came into the game focused on earning a victory in front of the home crowd and went on to dismantle the Warriors by a count of 9-1. The win was Pelham-Windham’s fourth of the season as it remains undefeated after four games.

After almost four and a half minutes of scoreless hockey to start the game, Nick Paradis netted two goals within 20 seconds of each other. Matt Merchell provided the assist on the first score and Brian Barnard made the pass to set up the second. Paradis then returned the favor by setting up the first of Barnard’s two goals in the game. Defenseman Corey Alberico also picked up an assist on the play.

With 1:32 remaining in the first, Pelham-Windham took a commanding 4-0 lead on a score by Zach Malone that was assisted by Colin Begin. Malone went on to score one more goal in the contest, while Begin added a goal and two more assists. The team also received two goals and one assist from Jimmy Madigan after the opening frame. Pelham-Windham’s offensive players created most of their opportunities by using their speed to make the larger Warrior skaters play at a quicker pace.

“Winnacunnet is a big team,” Pelham-Windham coach Doug Watson said. “The players on our team are not necessarily big, but they’re fast. They used their speed to their advantage, and their passing and shooting were excellent.”

Nick Morin, Nick Neary, Korey Lubinger, and

Cam Despres also made contributions to the team’s offense by constantly putting pressure on the Winnacunnet goalie throughout the match. Defensively, Caitlin Re grabbed 18 saves while allowing only one goal. Shrya Oker-Teed turned in a great game on the defensive end as well. On one spectacular play, she shut down a Winnacunnet 2-on-1 at the blue line and sent the puck back up the ice toward Pelham-Windham’s offensive end. Matt Merchell also came up with a similar play as he thwarted another Warrior attempt to score on a 2-on-1 break.

After Sunday’s game, Pelham-Windham is in the midst of a 20-day wait before its next contest on Saturday, January 30, against Manchester West. The game will start at 7 p.m. at the Cyclones arena.

Pelham-Windham Hockey Trounces Winnacunnet

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by Chris WhiteBoth Pelham indoor track and

field teams traveled to UNH for a meet on Sunday, January 10. The boys’ team came in fifth place out of 15 teams, while the girls’ squad finished ninth overall in a field of 14.

A number of Pythons came up with strong performances. On the boys’ side, Cameron

Robidoux placed second in the 55-meter dash with a time of 6.8 seconds, and Mike Bogochow came in sixth place in the 55 hurdles as he stopped the clock at 8.7 seconds. For the girls’ team, Kelsi Lynde earned a time of 9.5 seconds in the 55 hurdles for a third-place finish, and Melody Long took second place in the 1000 meters as she ran to a time of 3:22.4.

This season, Bogochow has qualified for both open meets and the state meet in

the 55 hurdles. Robidoux has qualified for open meets and the state meet in the 55- and 300-dash events, while earning the right to compete in the long jump for open meets. Kelsi Lynde’s time in the 55 hurdles has qualified her for open meets and the state meet as well. Additionally, she made the 300-meter dash in the open meets. Emily Long also qualified for both meets in the 300 dash, and Melody Long achieved a time that is good enough to go to the state meet.

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According to Louise Morin-Davy, Ph.D., Director of Child, Adolescent and Family Services with the Center for Life Management, “Sitting down together to set some family goals can be a really useful way to get a fresh start and set a healthier tone for the New Year. Parents and families live life at a hectic pace that is often overscheduled and has family members running in different directions. Being mindful to make family time a priority is really important and truly a gift you can give each other.”

“In the same way people find the buddy system can be a great help in reaching goals, like starting an exercise plan with a friend who can be part cheerleader and part coach. Your family members can be your ‘buddy system’ and keep each other accountable once goals have been set,” notes Dr. Morin-Davy.

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Robert “Bob” Pistorio, 66, of Windham, died at Lawrence General Hospital on January 6, 2010, after a long and valiant battle with cancer.

Born and raised in Lawrence, MA, Bob was the son of the late Nunzio and Angelina (Ventura) Pistorio.

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Georgetown, MA, from which he retired. A man of uncommon humanity, Bob had a zest

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He is survived by his bride of 11 1/2 years, Sheila Pistorio of Windham; a daughter, April of Windham; a niece, Danielle Conrad (who he viewed as a daughter); five sons, Nickolas of Windham, Stephen Rousseau and his wife Lisa of Hill, Christopher Pistorio and his wife Veronica of Texas, Michael Pistorio and his wife Lisa of Maryland, and Stephen Pistorio and his daughter of Lawrence; grandchildren, Lauren and Nicholas Rousseau, Michael and Nicole Pistorio; a brother-in-law, Alfred Centola; nephew, Mark Centola; nieces, Christine Gordon and her husband Charles, Valerie Quigley and her husband Neil, Cynthia Rogers and her husband Gary; several great-nieces and nephews; and his faithful and adoring cat, Frankie.

Bob was predeceased by his prior wife, Jean Pistorio of Bradford, MA; his sister, Mary Centola; and his mother-in-law, Rosemary Regan Lafrance.

Calling hours will be held Saturday, January 9, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Central Congregational Church, 14 Crescent Street in Derry, with a memorial service to follow at 1p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s name to the Pistorio Family Education Fund at any TD Banknorth Branch.

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Maxime J. ‘Max’ Robichaud, Jr.

Maxime J. “Max” Robichaud, Jr., 94, of Windham, died January 11, 2010, at the Radius Northwood Healthcare in Lowell, MA.

Max was born and educated in Jaffrey, and had lived in Lowell for 55 years. He worked for Pratt and Whitney Co. during World War II and then worked for Raytheon in

Andover, MA, for 27 years. Max loved fishing and camping. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather.

He was predeceased by his wife, Cecilia (Record) Robichaud; his daughter, Arlene Beechin and her four children; his brother, Peter Robichaud; and his sister, Maryan Martin.

He is survived by three daughters, Jane and her husband William Duggan of Windham, Linda and her husband Robert Kress of Salem, and Diane and her husband Danny Anctil of Ocala, FL; seven grandchildren, William Jr., Randy, Tammy, Robert Jr., Michelle, George and Jennifer, and two stepgrandchildren; four great-grandchildren, William III, Jessica, Mary and Jason; two great-great-grandchildren, Bella and Kruise, Jr.; several nieces and nephews; and the McAnistan extended family.

Calling hours will be held Friday, January 15, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Douglas and Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main Street, Salem. A Funeral Service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Cemetery on the Plain, Windham.

For online condolences, please view the obituary at www.douglasandjohnson.com.

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Thank you for your submissions. All comments, thumbs up or down, are anonymous and not written by the Pelham~Windham News staff. Thumbs comments can be sent via telephone, 880-1516 or emailed to us at [email protected]. When submitting a Thumbs comment, please specify that you would like it printed in the Pelham~Windham News. No names are necessary. Please keep negative comments to the issue. Comments should be kept to 100 words or less.

“Thumbs down to SAU 28 for running a Union Leader ad for a ‘Technical Theatre/Auditorium Director to attend major auditorium/theatre events both in-school and after school. … may also provide some instruction…” This is just another unannounced cost for the castle on the hill sponsored by the school board and the SAU. It’s true, it is a beautiful and overly well equipped auditorium and stage complex, but when did we authorize a theatre arts program – that is where it is headed – with ever more support personnel. And where did the SAU find the money to hire someone for this position? We all know the total cost of most of these positions will be $100,000 by the time you (we) add up all the salary, taxes, retirement, office space, administrative costs, postage, computer and other attendant costs.”

“Thumbs down to SAU 28 On any given day, there are already over 30 vehicles parked at the SAU, some I am sure are ‘visitors’, but still, to ‘administer’ to a combined (Windham/Pelham) school population of roughly 5000 students, but do we have to add another more? In these economic times is the Theatre/Auditorium Director position a necessity? We already see ‘they’ have added many items the town meeting voters have vetoed – where did that ‘field house’ come from?”

“Thumbs up to the town of Windham department heads for finding ways to keep the tax rate from rising too much. Read the foreclosure notices in the Union Leader every day and see about four homes per month in Windham lost to the inability of the home owner to pay the mortgage. We wish the School Board would do the same. WE know it takes 3-5 years to build a school and the kindergarten is now a reality and the State will only pay another two years. And now says they will stop school building rebates during 2010. The Board talks about numerous alternatives but no direction other than up. Prepare for more surprises in the March town meeting when you see requests for two new schools, while the high school will only be 75% utilized for the next 2-3 years.”

“Thumbs down to Town Administrator Tom Gaydos. Mr. Gaydos is the most unethical and unprofessional town employee that I have ever seen. Mr. Gaydos has been “managing” the recent bid for waste removal at the town transfer station, if you can even call it a ‘bid.’ After hiring his friend Mr. Ron Hannon to serve as a consultant during the negotiation process with the current waste hauler, Mr. Hannon decided to recommend the town go out to bid for the services. At this time, Mr. Hannon then decided to submit his own bid, after sitting at the table with executives with the current hauler for months and receiving inside pricing information. It is no coincidence his bid was MUCH lower then all other bidders, then the selectmen threw out all the bids due to a conflict of interest. Again, no coincidence that Mr. Hannon was then hired as the new transfer station attendant. This is back room bush league politics that need to stop in our town, this has been going on for too long and needs to stop NOW. It’s about time Mr. Gaydos is removed from his position of power that he continuously abuses.”

“Thumbs down to thinking Mahoney and Dube are for the taxpayers! They have both cost this town MILLIONS! If they succeed in lying once again and shoot down a new school, Mahoney and Dube will cost Pelham taxpayers over $10 MILLION DOLLARS!! Could you imagine how bad it would be if the other party was elected and they had control of the board! ‘Thumbs up’ to Cindy, Eleanor and Deb for having common sense and having to put up with the other two!!”

“Thumbs down to the terrorist who did not know that Obama is our president. Obviously we

need to have the Democrats in Washington pass a new law requiring that all terrorist be notified that Obama is now the President and that the world now loves us. This community organizer who tried to blow up the jet landing in Chicago could not possibly have known that this was Obama’s home. After all the world is now a better place. Hey lets all sing Kumbya!”

“Thumbs down to the person who said ‘I want to wish everyone who decorated their house for Christmas a Merry Christmas.’ What about poor people? What about Jewish people? What about people who can’t afford to decorate? You can’t wish us a merry Christmas? We aren’t supposed to have a Merry Christmas? I thought that was a pretty shallow remark. So, Merry Christmas to

the rich people and the poor people.”

“Thumbs down, way down for class sizes in Windham. For those who complain about taxes which we all do, our property values will continue to sink with a mediocre school system. We have a beautiful new school but the dollar should have been spread around to all the schools. Hire more teachers and less administrators. Move another grade up to the high school to create space in the other

schools. The average school size is 18 in New Hampshire and we have 24+ that’s just wrong.”

“Thumbs down to the Pelham pizza place next to Walgreen’s as I got a fingernail in my pizza. They wear no nets or gloves when preparing food. They need to change that.”

“Thumbs up to all the hard working staff at the Pelham Transfer Station! I have been taking my trash there weekly for almost 5 years and those folks are always helpful, and friendly. I have often seen them go out of their way to assist folks who need an extra hand. We often hear the only the negative about town or state government workers. Hats off to these folks for the consistent, hard work that they do each day! Thanks guys!”

“Thumbs up, way up to my husband Dana! He is such a hard working and loving husband! I couldn’t ask for anything better in life. He is my soul mate for life. Thank you my love for all you do, and for just being you!!! We love you so much! Love, Your Wife, Tyler, Sage, and Gypsy, XO.”

“Thumbs up, way up to Workforce Housing in Windham. It’s about time this is being considered and I hope it goes forward. The people who make your town “run” will be able to afford to live where they work. That means your teachers firefighters, police officers and the like will be able to live in the town in which they work. Not all folks make a six-figure salary. There are very well educated, caring people, who take care of your children and your property who would also like to live in this town. If you are opposed to this type of development - you should get your head out of the sand or nose out of the air.”

“Thumbs up, two big ‘thumbs up’, to the event coordinators at Searles Castle, especially Scott and Shaun, for their wonderful attention to detail on the New Year’s Eve party. Job well done gentlemen. Everyone had a fabulous night! Thank you!”

“Thumbs up to the Windham planning board for quickly approving the permit for Pennechuck Water to install a new emergency generator to the Goldenbrook pumping station on Sharon Road. The permit was granted Dec 9th. It has been 3 weeks and Pennechuck has not called the town for an inspection (which they must do before they can operate the emergency generator). THREE WEEKS - what are you waiting for Pennechuck? SPRING?? Why was the permit not requested until November 2009 when you abandoned your Goldenbrook customers during the ice storm in Dec 2008? I understand no one wants to pour a slab and install a generator in this winter weather - but you could have done in better conditions if you had not waited 11 months to pull the permit! Fellow Goldenbrook customers - please call Pennichuck 882-5191 and ask when your family will be protected by the new generator.”

“Thumbs down to the Pelham school board and their never-ending deep pockets with taxpayers money. What’s with the new high school sign. We are not in Times Square. Once again, who gives the school board the right?”

“Thumbs up to a new high school on new land for Pelham. It’s good for the kids and good for the community.”

“Thumbs down to the PSB member who for some reason can not seem to recall a few facts....1st to correct you Windham built their school on land that had ledge and yes did cost them an extra 13 million BECAUSE, the some of the people of PELHAM chose not to vote for a co-op school with them, which BTW the land was on Tallant Road which was in PELHAM, so they had to then find their own land, and MISS PSB member , if you now have a chance to think about this we would have SPLIT the cost of this school and the school would be in OUR own town and OUR children would be right now reaping the benefits from a larger school providing them with great educational choices and sports team.....so maybe for once why don’t you just keep your opinion to yourself and let the people of Pelham do what is right for our children, because I’m sure these kids must be so proud to be going to a HS that will be loosing its accreditation in the next few months all because of people like you who keep delaying progress to further their needs.#2 if you just keep putting a band-aid on a dirty infected cut it will not heal but instead will need surgery to fix it, well our Middle school and High school have been infected long enough time for some surgery......I for one want my children to have some pride in their school , not wonder if its going to crumble around them.#3 did you actually know that the kids that go to the HS actually call it the “cardboard box” they keep waiting for a good storm to just blow it down cause they can feel the drafts in all the rooms....does that just give you a warm and fuzzy feeling ..Miss School Board Member?”

“Thumbs down to the two Pelham school board candidates who claim they will bring smart business management and fiscal responsibility to the Board. They both strongly favor wanting the taxpayers, who are struggling and out of work and losing their homes, to spend $2 million for land that is worth only $730,000 so we can spend another $42.5 million to build a new high school. If that’s fiscally responsible and is the best for our community, then god help us all.”

“Thumbs down again. How many times do you need to hear it from the taxpayers. NO NEW FIRE HOUSE. I urge all taxpayers to read your Town Report and see where your money is being spent then go out and VOTE. The fire web site website numbers show call volume is down these numbers include all calls (not just the emergencies) 3-4 calls in 24 hrs is not busy. Firefighters if you don’t like your workplace no one is holding you here. BTW the foundation on Nashua Rd was an excellent save. You are tarnishing the history of a department which was founded on giving to the community NOT TAKING from it. We the taxpayers can contract an Ambulance Service who will provide the same level of medical care, revoke the Fire Department charter and bring back the all call fire department at tremendous savings. Just a thought of what could happen. So take what is given and stop whining.”

“Thumbs down to the people who are criticizing President Obama’s work in office so far. All you whiny republicans don’t realize that he had to fix your precious Bush’s mistakes. It’s not that easy to fix the disaster Bush created. Yes the economy is an issue right now, but figure out ways to cut back. Don’t spend your money on useless items you don’t need. That’s what is bringing us down. Stop making fools of yourselves and grow up.”

“Thumbs down to UN/IB Curriculum at Windham High School. Windham residents beware: You will soon be asked to PAY from your education tax dollars a program that will allow the Marxists from the UN to take over your new high school. Please look into it and don’t let it happen!”

“Thumbs down to the BudCom member abusing her position. It is not your place to question the High School Principle on her response to NEASC. You lost the PSB election,

we counted the votes TWICE. This was a lame attempt to pretend you cared. If you cared, you would support long-term economical solutions not play petty games.”

“Thumbs up. J and S, so proud of you both. Doing well in school and sports. A mom could not have asked for better children, I love you with all of my life.”

“Thumbs down to Mr. Manley the principal at the WHS. You’re so adamant about enforcing the ‘hat’ policy at the high school and confiscating the hats and caps of the students. Why aren’t you as concerned about the drugs!! Every morning and afternoon the same group of freshmen go out to the woods and gets stoned. You only have 300 students now. What are you going to do when the school is full? And why do you need an assistant principal in a 300-student school? Is he in charge of enforcing the cell phone policy”

“Thumbs up to the Admiring Elf who left me a very nice Christmas gift on my doorstep. Your thoughtfulness and generosity is very much appreciated. Happy New Year!”

“Thumbs up to the past and present Pelham Windham Razorback Board VOLUNTEERS! You have all worked and will work very hard for our children. Thank you.”

“Thumbs down to the PSB member who chose to again voice her negative views in the local papers about why she just can never seem to be in favor of our children’s educational needs! Anyone with even some common sense knows that at some point we need to fix the building issues with our schools and yet for the last 5 years she has repeatedly turned many voters from doing the right thing . Had we gone with Windham , our children right now would be in a brand new high school on Tallant Road, (by the way, the land is in OUR town) instead many chose to follow HER advice and vote against it and all the other options , so now we are left with a HS that within the next few months will surely lose its accreditation, (wow, our children must be so proud to be attending this school), our middle school is so overcrowded and yet teachers are expected to provide quality classroom time to over 35 students, and yet somehow THIS school board member can’t seem to support anything.......makes me wonder where she got her education.......many it was a school that had no accreditation also.....”

“Thumbs down to teachers and administrators who do not keep their websites up-to-date.”

“Thumbs down to the SAU, PSB and Pelham Memorial Administrators for not planning an 8th grade graduation. This is a tradition. Why are you taking it away? Please do not cancel graduation for our 8th graders. They deserve it!”

“Thumbs up to the recent removal of the middle school classroom aide. Years ago my kids mentioned to me inappropriate remarks this aid made. Don’t let it continue school board.”

“Thumbs up to Cassidy for winning the state gymnastic champ. Congratulations and good job.”

“Thumbs down to Pelham’s televised imaginary school proposal from Imaginary land all for imaginary money. All because ‘I said so.’ Pelham voters, vote that we are not all stooges we voted no before vote no again. Thank you Miss Mahoney and Miss Dube.

“Thumbs down to the democrat talking about republican’s whiny comments. The most incompetent president since Jimmy Carter is running this country into the ground. With backdoor payoffs to pass national health care that no one wants, giving terrorists trials in civil courts instead of military tribunals. And yet yourself and other democrats are still focused on Sarah Palin. You all need to start updating your resumes because after the next election the party will be over literally and figuratively.”

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by Chris WhiteThe Pelham girls’ basketball team got off to a

slow start offensively last Friday versus Milford. After five scoreless minutes for Pelham, Jacqui Perry connected on a three-pointer from the corner to ignite the offense and cut Milford’s opening lead to 8-3. The Spartans pushed their advantage to eight before the first quarter expired, but the Pythons came to within five points before the half ended.

In the second half, Pelham made some defensive adjustments in attempt to make Milford uncomfortable on offense. Remaining in a 2-3 zone, the Pythons adjusted by changing the way they played in the zone. They emphasized closing out on shooters and covering the high post, challenging the Spartans to seek alternate routes to the basket.

“We invited Milford to run its offense off the baseline,” Pelham coach Tim Powers said. “It forced them away from running it through the high post, which they like to do.”

In addition to executing a stingy zone defense, the persistent Pythons found their stride on offense

as they took a two-point lead before the third frame ended. In the fourth quarter, the Pythons were steady down the stretch. A steal by Amanda Blake led to a Pelham score that gave the team a four-point advantage. From there, the Pythons maintained their poise, fought hard to protect their lead, and pulled out a 44-40 victory.

“I’m proud of the way the team fought and held on at the end,” Powers said. “They did the things they needed to do to hold on to the victory.”

Pelham’s balanced scoring attack played a major role in earning the team’s first win of the season. Perry led the Pythons with 10 points

and Nicole Mastacouris was second on the team with seven. Blake and Katie Halpin each had six points while Rebecca DeBaldo, Alex Catalano, and Gina Grimes all contributed four apiece. Sarah DeBaldo also added three points. In addition to a balanced offense, every player made significant contributions at different points in the game as part of a successful team effort.

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by Chris WhiteOver the holiday break, the Pelham wrestlers

competed at the Lowell Holiday Tournament and came in 46th place in a highly competitive field. The reputable tournament is one of the best in New England and features some very talented competition. Mike Perruccio earned third place in the 130-pound weight class for the meet. With his performance, the senior captain became the first Pelham wrestler ever to place at the Lowell Holiday Tournament.

Last week, the team hosted John Stark on Wednesday and lost a 60-24 decision. Pelham won four of the nine matches that were wrestled, but had to forfeit five of the weight classes. This allowed the Generals to gain 30 points on the Pythons. Andy Pomerleau, Mike Perruccio, Peter Soonthornprapuet, and Warren Greenhalgh all pinned their opponents during the meet.

On Saturday, the Pythons competed in the Newfound Duals at Newfound Regional High School. The Pythons opened the meet against St. Johnsbury Academy of Vermont and gave up 24 points because of forfeits. Pelham lost the match, 42-36. Josh Medeiros, Muhanned Bagegni, and Ryan Cannizzaro picked up forfeit wins for the Pythons while Perruccio, Richie Sullivan, and Greenhalgh recorded pins.

After that, Pelham defeated Winnisquam by a score of 58-12. Medeiros, Bagegni, Cannizzaro, Perruccio, Pomerleau, Kevin DeAngelo, and Matt Blanchard were awarded wins by forfeit while Soonthornprapuet and Sullivan won by

pins. Pelham then took on Newport, but dropped another close decision, 42-36. Individually, Medeiros, Perruccio, and Sullivan all earned first-place finishes. Bagegni grabbed a second-place finish and Greenhalgh took home a third-place award. Cannizzaro and Soonthornprapuet managed to collect fourth place honors on the day.

On Saturday, January 16, Pelham will host the Daniel Gionet Memorial Wrestling Tournament at Pelham High School. Formerly the Pelham Invitational, the tournament was renamed a few years ago in honor of Daniel Gionet, who was killed on June 4, 2006, while serving in Iraq. Gionet was a 2001 Pelham High graduate and a multi-sport athlete, in addition to being a member of the Python wrestling team.

There will be 18 schools represented from New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island at the tournament. Wrestling will start at 10 a.m. There is a cost for adult admission, and a discounted cost for senior citizens and students. The Pythons have worked on improving their physical and mental toughness in practice and look to compete well at their home tournament. The Pelham wrestlers will focus on wearing down their opponents to pick up wins.

“We’ve seen that our guys are now ready to go out and take on a six-minute match rather than go out and just work quickly,” Pelham coach Bob Riddinger said. “They are focusing on wearing their opponents down and causing them to make mistakes.”

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by Chris WhiteThe Pelham gymnastics team made the long trip

to Keene to compete against the Blackbirds last Thursday. The gymnasts showed confidence in themselves in every competition and supported each other in hopes of making significant gains individually and as a team. With their efforts, the Pythons showed great improvement in the meet.

The team improved its all-around by four points. Pelham’s two all-arounds were Broghan Gilligan and Cassie Passamonte. Katelyn Rooney

scored a 6.4 in her first vault competition, while Mikayla Culleton registered a 5.9 out of a 7.9 on the floor.

Pelham features a small team of 10 athletes, many who are first-timers to gymnastics competition this season. With that, Pelham’s gymnasts have shown steady progress each meet. On Monday at Nashua North, the Pythons increased their highest team total of the season (from Thursday in Keene) by 11 points as they achieved a score of 101.1.

“I think we’re doing very well,” head coach Allison Grady said. “We have a number of first-timers who are showing a lot of courage by competing against experienced gymnasts, and they are starting to enjoy the sport.”

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The Lowell Devils took two out of three decisions for the second straight week, but fell into third place in the Atlantic Division. Playing their first-ever regular season game at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, the Devils skated past the Hartford Wolf Pack, 3-2, on Wednesday. Lowell fell, 3-2, in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday, but rebounded with a 3-2 victory at Binghamton on Saturday. Now owning a record of 23-15-3-0, the idle Devils saw the Worcester Sharks leapfrog into second place in the standings on Sunday.

Lowell prepares this week for its second four-game, five-day stretch of the season. The Devils open on Tuesday in Portland before returning home to face the Syracuse Crunch on Wednesday. Lowell heads north on Friday to take on the Manchester Monarchs and then hosts the Pirates on Saturday afternoon at the Tsongas Arena.Rewind:

Wednesday, Devils 3 vs. Wolf Pack 2Nick Palmieri scored twice,

including the game-winner with 59.3 seconds left in regulation, to help Lowell defeat Hartford, 3-2, at the Prudential Center. Matt Taormina’s power play goal and Palmieri’s first of the game came over a span of four minutes early in the second period. Paul Crowder and Dale Weise knotted the score in the third for the Wolf Pack before Palmieri beat Steve Valiquette for the game winner.

Jeff Frazee made 28 saves in the win.Friday, Devils 2 vs. Penguins 3Dustin Jeffrey’s go-ahead goal

with 2:07 left in regulation gave the Penguins a 3-2 victory over the Devils at the Wachovia Arena at Casey Plaza. After Stephen Gionta had put Lowell ahead by one at 7:33 of the third, Eric Tangradi knotted the score on the power play less than five minutes later. Ben Walter and Konstantin Pushkarev traded goals in the first period for the Devils and Penguins, respectively.

Saturday, Devils 3 vs. Senators 2Mike McKenna turned aside 47

shots - including all 25 he faced in the third period - as Lowell edged Binghamton, 3-2, at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena. Michael Swift broke a scoreless tie 53 seconds into the second, while Nathan Perkovich made it a two-goal lead at 5:31 on the power play. Patrick Davis provided the eventual game-winner with six minutes left before the second intermission. Brandon Svendsen twice

pulled the Senators within a goal with his first multi-goal game of the year. Around the Horns:

The Devils’ 22-15-3-0 record at the halfway point of the season schedule was an all-time franchise best…Friday’s loss to Wilkes-Barre was Lowell’s first in regulation when scoring first on the road (7-1-1-1) … Lowell ended Binghamton’s streak of nine straight games scoring a power play goal … The Devils were outshot 54-20 in third period over three games last week ... Lowell has the second-best first period goal differential in the AHL at +17 (42-27) … Matt Taormina leads all AHL rookies and defensemen with 19 power play points (6g-13a) … Mike McKenna stopped a team season high 47 shots on Saturday, including a league season best 25 in the third period.Coming Up:

The Devils face the Pirates for the fourth and fifth meetings in the eight-game season series. Portland is currently tied for fifth place in the Atlantic Division with a record of 19-14-5-2. First-year pro Tyler Ennis (12g-26a) is tied with Mark Mancari (17g-21a) for the team lead with 38 points, while also ranking second among AHL rookies in scoring. Mancari is on a five-game point streak that has seen him post five goals and five assists. The Devils are 1-1-1-0 this season against the Pirates.

Syracuse comes to town on Wednesday for the first-ever contest between the Devils and Crunch. Syracuse has recorded points in six of its last seven games (4-1-1-1), but remains in seventh place in the East Division at 14-19-3-3. The Crunch are 1-0-0-2 against the Atlantic Division this season with their lone win coming at home against Hartford on November 21. Syracuse has the AHL’s worst defense at 3.67 goals allowed per game.

Lowell renews its rivalry with Manchester on Friday at the Verizon Wireless Arena. The Devils took a 3-2 lead in the season series with a 5-2 win in Manchester on New Year’s Eve. The Monarchs sit in first place in the division standings and have one of the league’s best home records at 15-4-0-2. Two of Manchester’s four losses at home have come at the hands of the Devils. Lowell is 10-6-0-2 all-time on the road versus Manchester.

Lowell Takes Two of Three Again Pelham Fire LogMonday, January 4: 8:04 a.m. Medical emergency, Gumpas Hill Road. 11:17 a.m. Medical emergency, Atwood Road. 2:59 p.m. Medical emergency, Old Gage Hill Road. 3:27 p.m. Mutual aid with an engine for station coverage to Derry.

Wednesday, January 6: 6:36 a.m. Medical emergency, Mount Vernon Drive.

Thursday, January 7: Fire alarm activation, Marsh Road. 8:27 a.m. Medical emergency, Nashua Road. 2:33 pm. Medical emergency, Mammoth Road. 6:11 p.m. Medical emergency, Willow Street. 6:29 p.m. Single car motor vehicle accident, Marsh Road and Burns Road. 6:34 p.m. Medical emergency, Willow Street. 7:23 p.m. Medical emergency, Brandy Lane.

Friday, January 8: 5:47 a.m. Medical alarm activation, Terrace Circle. 10:46 a.m. Medical alarm activation, Terrace Circle. 11:30 a.m. Mutual aid to Windham. 10:30 p.m. Structure fire, Jonathan Road.

Saturday, January 9: 8:52 a.m. Single-car motor vehicle accident, Tallant Road and Simpson Road. 2:39 pm. Alarm activation, Terrace Circle. 6:04 p.m. Medical emergency, Patriot Drive. 6:29 p.m. Structure fire, Nashua Road. 8:01 p.m. Medical walk-in to fire station. 10:54 p.m. Follow-up fire investigation, Nashua Road.

Sunday, January 10: 12:30 a.m. Medical alarm activation, Bridge Street. 10:29 a.m. Follow-up fire investigation, Nashua Road. 10:34 a.m. Medical assist, Simpson Road. 11:03 a.m. Single-car motor vehicle accident, Old Gage Hill Road. 11:46 a.m. Fire alarm activation, Bridge Street. 12:21 p.m. Medical emergency, Marsh Road. 12:47 p.m. Two-car motor vehicle accident, Old Gage Hill Road. 5:02 p.m. Motor vehicle rollover, Mammoth Road and Lane Road. 7:36 p.m. Medical emergency, Valley Hill Road. 10:20 p.m. Medical emergency, Mammoth Road. 10:44 p.m. Medical emergency, Bridge Street.

Pelham Arrest LogFriday, January 8: Sayira Muriel, 37, Lowell, MA, Driving While Intoxicated. Daniel Marion, 26, Dracut, MA, Operating Without a Valid License, Possession of a Controlled/Narcotic Drug, Possession of Drugs in a Motor Vehicle.

Saturday, January 9: Steven Marques, 20, Methuen, MA, Possession of Controlled/Narcotic Drugs.

Sunday, January 10: Matthew O’Dowd, 20, Lowell, MA, Possession of Controlled/Narcotic Drugs. Kevin Fitzpatrick, 21, Pelham, Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, Failure to Obey Inspection Requirements.

Wednesday, January 6: 6:50 a.m. Alarms, Industrial Drive. 7:26 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, Floral Street and Greenway Road, arrested Dylan Smith, 18, Windham, Driving After Revocation or Suspension. 9:31 .m. Alarms, Balmorra Road. 9:34 a.m. Blasting information, Route 3 South. 9:47 a.m. Suspicious activity, Hawthorne Road. 9:52 a.m. Alarms, Balmorra Road. 10:05 a.m. Suspicious vehicle, Castle Hill Road. 12:26 p.m. Paper service, Fellows Road. 1:36 p.m. Suspicious vehicle, Roulston Road. 1:48 p.m. Parking complaint, Indian Rock Road. 3:11 p. Disabled motor vehicle, Range Road. 5:04 p.m. Suspicious vehicle, Marblehead Road. 5:06 p.m. Motor vehicle lockout, West Shore Road. 5:09 p.m. Suspicious vehicle, Emerson Road. 5:26 p.m. Suspicious activity, Faith Road. 6:02 p. Suspicious activity, Rockingham Road. 6:34 p.m. Criminal threatening, Depot Road. 7:47 p.m. Noise complaint, Rockingham Road. 8:38 p.m. Parking Complaint, Range Road. 8:38 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Indian Rock Road and Fellows Road. 11:07 p.m. Pedestrian check, Londonderry Road.

Thursday, January 7: 4:03 a.m. Suspicious vehicle, Farrwood Road. 6:22 a.m. Suspicious activity, Third Street. 8:17 a.m. Suspicious person, Nottingham Road. 8:33 a.m. Paper service, Fellows Road. 8:38 a.m. Paper service, Lancaster Road. 9:30 a.m. Suspicious activity, Autumn Street. 9:38 a.m. Alarms, Castle Hill Road. 9:47 a.m. Paperwork transfer, Lowell Road. 10:21 a.m. Alarms, Heritage Hill Road. 1035 a.m. Assist other agency, Horseshoe Road. 10:44 a.m. Blasting information, Indian Rock Road. 11:55 a.m. Repossession, Coburn Road. 12:55 p.m. Fire department response, Route 93 South. 1:10 p.m. Fire department response, Fellows Road. 1:36 p.m. Wanted person, Fellows Road, arrested Derick Jones, 19, Windham, Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault, Statutory Rape, Sexual Assault. 2:11 p.m. Soliciting, Gertrude Road. 2:24 p.m. Wanted person, Fellows Road, arrested Matthew P. Johnson, 19, Theft From a Motor Vehicle, Simple Assault. 3:56 p.m. Motor vehicle

complaint, Route 93 South. 4:22 p.m. Wanted person, Fellows Road, arrested Frank R. Meisel, Jr., 45, Salem, Simple Assault. 4:27 p.m. Assist citizen, North Lowell Road. 4:50 p.m. Domestic. 5:52 p.m. Assist other agency, Zachary’s Crossing. 8:11 p.m. Wanted person, Fellows Road, arrested Philip Dean Greco, Jr., 44, Nashua, Second Degree Assault. 8:38 p.m. OHRV complaint, Rail Trail and Depot Road. 9:22 p.m. Disabled motor vehicle, Wildwood Road. 9:35 p.m. Motor vehicle complaint, Rockingham Road. 10:36 p.m. Repossession, Lowell Road.

Friday, January 8: 2:43 a.m. Alarms, North Lowell Road. 7:41 a.m. Alarms, Ledge Road. 8:22 a.m. Paper service, Marblehead Road. 8:24 a.m. Fire department response, Winter Street. 8:40 a.m. Alarms, Ironwood Road. 8:42 a.m. Alarms, Range Road. 9:14 a.m. Fraudulent activity, Rockingham Road. 10:28 a.m. Motor vehicle stop, Indian rock Road, arrested Domenic Cataldo, 25, Windham, Receiving Stolen Property. 11:34 a.m. Fire department response, Lowell Road. 11:59 a.m. Blasting information, Indian Rock Road. 1:02 p.m. Traffic Control, Indian Rock Road. 1:57 p.m. Suspicious vehicle, Marblehead Road. 2:15 p.m. Alarms, North Lowell Road. 3:12 p.m. Suspicious activity, Turtle Rock Road. 4:12 p.m. Unwanted guest, Gaumont Road. 4:40 p.m. Disabled motor vehicle, Indian Rock Road. 5:38 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Marblehead Road. 5:47 p.m. Disabled motor vehicle, Haverhill Road and Mammoth Road. 5:51 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Indian Rock Road and Range Road. 6:17 p.m. Traffic hazard, Marblehead Road. 8:46 p.m. Wanted person, Fellows Road, arrested Brook Ostberg, 26, Somerville, MA, Issuing Bad Checks. 9:02 p.m. OHRV stop, Cobbetts Pond Road. 9:23 p.m. Alarms, Lexington Road. 9:27 p.m. Assist other agency, Nicholas Street. 10:11 p.m. Traffic hazard, Morrison Road and Hancock Road. 11:14 p.m. Noise complaint, Grove Street.

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submitted by Karen YoungJonathan Young, a fourth grader

at Pelham Elementary School, competed in a hockey tournament over school vacation. He played in the “Groton Tournament in the Woods.” His team, the Hollis Cavaliers Squirt 2s, went undefeated

in the preliminary round. They went on to the championship game against the Lakers (from the Worcester/Grafton area). The Lakers started strong, scoring first, but the Cavaliers fought back to score eight unanswered goals to lock up the championship with an 8-1 victory.

Fourth Grader Competesin Hockey Tournament

Jonathan Young

by Chris WhiteLast Friday, the Pelham

boys’ basketball team traveled to Milford to take on the Spartans. It was a clash of two of the top teams in Class I as both teams came into the game undefeated in Class I play. After both teams battled hard for 32 minutes, Milford defeated the Pythons by a score of 50-45.

Pelham got off to a fast start and amassed a 17-8 lead by the end of the first quarter. The Spartans stormed back, however, and scored 17 points in the second quarter while Pelham only scored seven. The Spartans were clinging to a one-point lead at halftime, 25-24. Both teams had their offenses clicking in the third period and the score was tied at 41 heading into the fourth. Milford outlasted the Pythons in the final period as it built a five-point lead and handed Pelham its first Class I loss of the season. Stephen Spirou led Pelham with 17 points while Mike Lombard chipped in with 14.

Pelham was back in action at home on Tuesday, but the Pythons suffered an 83-75 loss, thanks to the visiting Campbell Cougars. Pelham was down 64-42 at the start of the fourth quarter, but Spirou and Lombard combined for 33 fourth-quarter points as Pelham made a run to regain the lead. Spirou ended up as one of the high scorers for the game with 28 points and Lombard accumulated a total of 19 points. The loss was only Pelham’s second home loss in recent seasons.

Pelham Boys’ Basketball Loses to Milford, Campbell

by Chris WhiteThe Windham boys’ basketball team

played four games in seven days and split the stretch with a 2-2 record for the week. The Jaguars faced some

good competition and battled hard against their opponents in every game.

Windham began the string of games with a 49-43 home victory over St. Thomas Aquinas on Wednesday, January 6. D.J. O’Brien continued his strong offensive play this season by scoring a team-high 10 points. Conor Redmond and Danny Cannone also played crucial roles in the win as they chipped in with eight points apiece. Meanwhile, Joe Lorenz had a big game on the boards with 11 rebounds.

On Saturday, the Jags traveled down Lowell Road to Pelham High School for a contest with a solid Python JV squad. Steve Dastous scored nine points while O’Brien added seven, but their efforts were not enough for a victory as Pelham went on to win by a score of 61-40.

Windham was back at home on Monday night and dismantled Bishop Brady, 56-22. Bishop Brady tried to create an up-tempo game by pressing the Jaguars early, but the team’s strategy worked to the Jaguars’ advantage instead. After breaking the press, the Windham would either capitalize on looks in transition or run its half-court offense. In the half court, the Jags patiently moved the ball around as they looked for lay-ups and open jumpers. Lorenz accumulated 13 points to lead Windham while O’Brien

nearly came up with a double-double with nine points and eight rebounds. Scott Priestly added nine points to the offense and played well defensively as he snatched five steals.

The team ended the stretch on Tuesday with a 52-36 loss to Bedford. Cannone garnered six points to lead Windham’s scoring while Redmond turned in a solid effort off the bench. Windham’s record is now 6-3 on the season. The team’s next home game is Tuesday, January 19, at 6:30 against Bow.

Scott Priestly creates some space while going up for a lay-up against St. Thomas

Joe Lorenz works his way around a Saints defender

Jaguars Go 2-2 in Busy Week

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Stephen Spirou goes over the Campbell defense for two

Michael Lombard launces one from deep in the key

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