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Pittsfield NH News

March 17, 2010

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Come and sing, dance and play with Miss Kim! Miss Kim’s Music Makers is now accepting registrations for a 4 week children’s music class, DANCE WITH ME, in Pittsfield from April 10-May 1, 2010, from 11:00 a.m.-noon on Saturday mornings. Classes will be held at the Pittsfield Youth Workshop on Park St. Cost for the 4 weeks is $34.00. Please call 822-2694 or email jnklach@metrocast.net to register your child by April 3. Class size is limited to 10 children, so register early to secure a spot.




Celebrating Birthdays are: March 18, Tessie Gadwah, Shane Clark, Rick Bleckmann.
A Very Happy Birthday To One And All!




Best Wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Briggs who will celebrate their Wedding Anniversary on March 17th.




The Pittsfield Boys and Girls Basketball Programs would like to thank The Pittsfield Police Association for their continued support in sponsoring the Granite State Conference Basketball Tournament. Without their help and support this tournament might not be held in Pittsfield. The Association has sponsored this tournament for 9 years now and has had a big impact on many Pittsfield Youth in our community. Their support is very much appreciated.




Lions are everywhere.
Lions have a dynamic history.
Lions give sight.
Lions serve youth.


Lions Club International is the world’s largest service club organization.


Come learn more about the Pittsfield/Barnstead Lions Club March 23rd at 5:30 p.m. Meeting to be held at Pittsfield ID, 55 Barnstead Road, Pittsfield. All are welcome.


For more information, call Alice at 435-6767, www.lionsclubs.org



 

School Lunch Menus
March 22-26, 2010

 

CHICHESTER
Monday - Homemade cheese or pepperoni pizza, Caesar salad, fresh fruit, milk.
Tuesday - Shepherd’s pie, green beans, fresh fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Max cheese sticks, baked fries, corn, Baker’s choice, milk.
Thursday - Hamburger with roll, smiley fries, veggie, pears, milk.
Friday - Hot dog with roll, Doritos, veggies, peaches, milk.

 

PMHS
Monday - Tuna, egg or ham/cheese, lettuce, tomato, bread, fruit, milk.
Tuesday - Meatball subs, cheese, veggies, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Mac & cheese, chopped ham, peas, bread, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Chicken patties, roll, lettuce, tomato, fruit, milk.
Friday - Cheeseburgers, roll, chips, pickle, fruit, milk.

 

PES
Monday - Chicken sandwich, veggie, fruit, milk.
Tuesday - Hot dog with bun, veggie, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Spaghetti with meatballs, veggie, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Taco salad with lettuce, tomato, salsa, fruit, milk.
Friday - Pizza, veggie, fruit, milk.

 


 

Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Fritzler

Liberty Jennifer Elliott, daughter of Robert and Emma Reed Elliott of Pittsfield, NH, was married to Anthony Thomas Fritzler, MD, son of Cindy English of Dryden, Michigan and Thomas Fritzler of Lewiston, Michigan at 5 p.m. on June 28th.


Officiating at the outside double ring ceremony at the Dell-Lea Country Club in Chichester, NH, was Pastor Carl Tiner, a family friend from Allen, Texas. While the processional “Canon in D” by Pachelbel was played by a violin, flute and cello ensemble made up of family friends, Liberty was given in marriage by both of her parents. Liberty wore a white wedding gown with a jeweled bodice and a shoulder length veil carrying a bouquet of red and pink roses and white and pink peonies. “I Will Be Here” by Stephen Curtis Chapman was sung by family friends, John and Jean Barry.
Bridal attendants were Joy Elliott, sister of the bride, Nicole Hotchkiss, sister of the groom, Jessica King, cousin of the bride and Shannon Conley Dungan, cousin of the bride. The Bridesmaids wore pink V-neckline tea length dresses with side-tie sashes and carried bouquets of pink and red roses and pink and white peonies.


Groomsmen were Thomas Fritzler, father of the groom, Jedidiah Elliott, brother of the bride, Reed Edelman, cousin of the groom, and Ron Hunyady, uncle of the groom.


Their wedding cake was decorated by family friends, Shirley Jean of Litchfield and Elaine Cates of Epsom. Sound was provided by family friends, Henriette and Dennis Schwab of Pittsfield.


Following the ceremony was a reception at the country club for 70 guests. With sparklers, the guests sent Dr. and Mrs. Fritzler on their honeymoon up the coast of Maine.


The bride was homeschooled from K-12 and is a 2005 graduate from the University of New Hampshire with a BS in Biology and then completed a one-year MBA degree, also at UNH. She has finished her third year in medical school at the University of Toledo College of Medicine and is planning to receive her MD degree in June of 2011, and then plans to do her residency in psychiatry.


Tony graduated from Dryden High School in Michigan and is a 2003 graduate from the University of Michigan with a BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences. He then attended Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI, and graduated in 2007 with an MD degree. HE completed a General Medicine Internship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and is currently working as an anesthesiology resident at the University of Vermont. When finished, in July 2011, he will do a one year fellowship at the University of Michigan, specializing in pediatric anesthesiology.

 


 

Contacting The Spirit World


On Thursday evening, March 18 at Pittsfield Historical Society Headquarters on Elm Street, Larry Berkson will discuss the remarkable story of Pittsfield’s Warren Chase. Mr. Chase was one of the Nineteenth Century’s most renowned leaders in the belief that the spirits of our ancestors exist and can be contacted. He argued that there was “scientific” evidence to support his belief and spent over 40 years lecturing and teaching the subject.


Come and hear more about his beliefs and the man who knew personally Abraham Lincoln, John A. Logan, and Stephen A. Douglas, among other luminaries of his time, and was a personal friend of Horace Greeley, the presidential candidate in 1872.

 


 

Secretary Seeks Fast Track To Process Claims
Focus On 200,000 Veterans Expected To File Claims Under New Agent Orange
Presumptives Over Next Two Years
Submitted By Merrill A. Vaughan
Commander, American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75


The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced recently an aggressive new initiative to solicit private-sector input on a proposed “fast track” Veterans’ claims process for service-connected presumptive illnesses due to Agent Orange exposure during the Vietnam War.


“This will be a new way of doing business and a major step forward in how we process the presumptive claims we expect to receive over the next two years,” Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki said.


“With the latest, fastest, and most reliable technology, VA hopes to migrate the manual processing of these claims to an automated process that meets the needs of today’s Veterans in a more timely manner.”


Over the next two years, about 200,000 Veterans are expected to file disability compensation claims under an historic expansion of three new presumptive illnesses announced last year by Secretary Shinseki. They affect Veterans who have Parkinson’s disease, ischemic heart disease and B-cell leukemias.


In practical terms, Veterans who served in Vietnam during the war and who have one of the illnesses covered by the “presumption of service connection” don’t have to prove an association between their medical problems and military service. This “presumption” makes it easier for Vietnam Veterans to access disability compensation benefits. Vietnam Veterans are encouraged to submit their claims as soon as possible to begin the important process of compensation.


Along with the publication of proposed regulations for the three new presumptives this spring, VA intends to publish a formal request in Federal Business Opportunities for private-sector corporations to propose automated solutions for the parts of the claims process that take the longest amount of time. VA believes these can be collected in a more streamlined and accurate way.


Development involves determining what additional information is needed to adjudicate the claim, such as military and private medical records and the scheduling of medical examinations.


With this new approach, VA expects to shorten the time it takes to gather evidence, which now takes on average over 90 days. Once the claim is fully developed and all pertinent information is gathered, VA will be able to more quickly decide the claim and process the award, if granted.


The contract is expected to be awarded in April with proposed solutions offered to VA within 90 days. Implementation of the solution is expected within 150 days.

 
“Veterans whose health was harmed during their military service are entitled to the best this nation has to offer,” added Secretary Shinseki. “We are undertaking an unprecedented modernization of our claims process to ensure timely and accurate delivery of that commitment.”


Last year, VA received more than one million claims for disability compensation and pension. VA provides compensation and pension benefits to over 3.8 million Veterans and beneficiaries. Presently, the basic monthly rate of compensation ranges from $123 to $2,673 to Veterans without any dependents.


Disability compensation is a non-taxable, monthly monetary benefit paid to Veterans who are disabled as a result of an injury or illness that was incurred or aggravated during active military service.


For more information about disability compensation, go to www.va.gov.


Additional information about Agent Orange and VA’s services and programs for Veterans exposed are available at www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange

 


 

Letter
Almost doesn’t count.


Here are two numbers to think about: 19 and 3.


Nineteen is the percentage of Pittsfield’s 2,746 registered voters who exercised their right to vote in the town’s March 9th elections.


Three is the number of votes that decided the second Board of Selectmen position. THREE VOTES separated the winner from a WRITE-IN CANDIDATE!


Two days before our election, the people of Iraq risked their lives to vote in their democratic election. Thirty-six people were killed in the days leading up to their election. Of the 18 Iraqi provinces, the province with the lowest turnout still saw a 50% turnout and one province actually had an 80% turnout. At the end of that day, 64% of the Iraqi people defied death threats, went outside, and simply voted.


In Pittsfield, 522 people voted. I don’t know how many people almost voted.


Three votes decided a three-year selectman position.


Everyone’s vote counts. Almost doesn’t count.


God Bless Our Troops,
Rachel Wood
Pittsfield

 


 

What’s Up at PYW?
By Paula Driscoll

 This year’s Winterfest has come and gone, leaving all of us at PYW (Pittsfield Youth Workshop) feeling a little sad. It rained, the wind blew, we lost power and many of the Winterfest activities had to be cancelled. We were fortunate that we didn’t have to cancel any of the PYW trips. The youth are back in school and we have had more then a week to regroup and communicate about all the wonderful experiences we had.


On Monday was Drop-In from 2-6 p.m. with lots of entertaining activities and movies. Our first trip was held on Tuesday, February 23rd, with a trip to Hilltop Fun Center for a few games of laser tag, arcades and a stop at McDonalds. I want to thank Stephanie Lamere for volunteering on that trip while I was away.


On Wednesday was drop-in from 2-6 p.m.  with many fun games to play. Thursday, we hosted Drop-In from 2-6 p.m. and then as the wind blew and the power flickered we held a dance at the PMHS from 7-9:30 p.m. With music provided by Nazzy Entertainment, the PMHS gymnasium was filled with dancers and non-dancers alike, all of which appeared to be having loads of fun. With help from volunteers, the PYW Youth Board Store was set up outside the gym and provided concessions to all in attendance. It was a very successful and enjoyable evening.


On Friday, many of us climbed aboard the PYW van while others followed us in their cars and took a trip to Pats Peak Ski Resort for a day of snow tubing. It was cloudy and started to rain but not before we had hours of snow tubing excitement.


The week ended when we loaded up in the HA Marston school bus. It was full of PYW youth participants, families and friends from the community. Then we headed to the Verizon Wireless Arena to watch the Manchester Monarchs Ice Hockey team take on the Albany River Rats. It was a great game even if we lost (by three). Thanks, to our bus driver, Tom Marston.


Between the trips and Drop-Ins the Winterfest week proved to be a week of fun and enthusiasm. Thank you to the Pittsfield Parks and Recreation Committee for sponsoring such a successful week for PYW and the rest of the Pittsfield Community. Thank you also to the many volunteers who helped at PYW throughout the week. As always, feel free to visit PYW during our Drop-In hours Monday through Friday from 3-6 pm.


Keep an eye out for our Spring 2010 newsletter with an updated calendar of trips and special events. See you all soon!

 


 

“I thought he was with you!” Turtle Beach Hotel is not your typical vacation getaway. Join The Pittsfield Players as they present “Hotbed Hotel” March 26 and 27 at 8 PM, March 29 at 2 PM, and April 2 and 3 at 8 PM. Tickets, $12, are available at the door, by calling the box office for reservations (603) 435-8852 or online at www.pittsfieldplayers.com.

 


 

9th Annual Granite State JV Basketball Tournament
Sponsored By The Pittsfield Police Association


The Pittsfield Girls and Boys Junior Varsity Basketball Teams took part in The 9th Annual Granite State Conference Basketball Tournament sponsored by the Pittsfield Police Association. This year’s tournament featured teams from 8 surrounding High Schools.


In the girls tournament, the Pittsfield JV Girls ran into a tough experienced Wilton team and captured the runner up trophy. Three Pittsfield girls were selected to the All-Tournament Team. Sage Anthony was selected to the second team, while Jen Tyrell and Bekah Adams were selected to the first team.


The Pittsfield Boys entered the JV tournament with a 15-1 regular season record. Pittsfield defeated Sunapee and Derryfield to advance to the finals. In the Championship, Pittsfield met up with Newmarket. These two teams split in their first two meetings in the regular season, with both games being decided by a total of 3 points. The same stayed true in this exciting championship game with Pittsfield defeating New Market 45-43 with a game winning shot by Ryan Perras with just under 5 seconds left in regulation. With the victory Pittsfield captured the title of 2009-2010 Granite State Champions. Pittsfield had three players named to the All-Tournament Team. Ryan Perras, Bobby Lebel, and Domonic Brooks were named to the 1st team. The MVP of the tournament was given to sophomore Ryan Perras who lead the Panthers to the Championship and scored 16 points including the game winner in the final game.

 


 

Letter


I would like to thank all the people who voted for me in the School District election. I am very excited to start working with the School Board and serving the people of Pittsfield in this capacity. I have had the opportunity to get to know the School Board members by attending the meetings since January and I’m proud to be part of the team. They are to be commended for doing a great job with managing the district.


I would also like to thank all the people who ran for public office. Please accept my congratulations to all who were elected and my regrets to all who were defeated. If you are willing to run and serve the town – there can be no losers!


God bless our country,
Clayton Wood

 


 

Letter


At a recent PTO meeting we were joined by a woman 40 minutes into the meeting. I think she was upset with what we were doing, but I’m not sure why.  I believe she has concerns and questions about what we do. It was hard to address them because I felt like we were being verbally attacked for how we do things and because we didn’t grow up here in town.


It is very disheartening to me to think that some of our community would think that we are doing any harm. I believe we are a great group of people who have the best intentions to help the children in this community.


Some of us may not have been raised in this town but I believe we all want to do good things for the children in this town.  We have no political agenda and only want to better the school community.


The PTO is an organization that raises money for the school community.  We help with school activities, and we organize other events as well such as the BBQ, Breakfast with Santa and many other great things.


We hold a meeting once a month in the PES library at 7:00 p.m. We welcome anyone to join us and share their thoughts and ideas. If you would like to get email updates and be more informed on what we are doing please feel free to contact me at [email protected].


Ammy Ramsey

 


 

Letter To The Editor


To The people Of Pittsfield,
I wish to thank those of you who elected me for the Ethics Committee. I will continue to do my best, to be fair in my actions that the People of Pittsfield expect from the Ethics Committee.


Again, thank you for your vote of confidence for me to fill this vital position of responsibility.


Merrill A. Vaughan
Pittsfield

 


 

VA Targets $39 Million For Homeless Veterans
Women, Tribal Services Are Special Priorities
Submitted By Merrill A. Vaughan
Commander,
American Legion Peterson Cram Post 


The Department of Veterans Affairs is allocating $39 million to fund about 2,200 new transitional housing beds through grants to local providers.


“VA is committed to ending the cycle of homelessness among Veterans,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. “We will use every tool at our disposal - health care, education, jobs, safe housing - to ensure our Veterans are restored to lives with dignity, purpose and safety.”


The $39 million in funding is broken into two categories. About $24 million in grants are available to renovate or rehabilitate space to create about 1,000 transitional housing beds. The grants put a priority upon housing for homeless women and housing on tribal lands.


A second group of grants, valued at about $15 million, is expected to fund about 1,200 new beds for homeless providers who already have suitable transitional housing. The grants will provide per diems based upon the number of homeless Veterans being served in transitional housing.


VA is the largest federal provider of direct assistance to the homeless, with 14,000 transitional beds in operation or development. About 107,000 Veterans are homeless on a typical night. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki has committed the department to ending homelessness among Veterans within five years.


For more information, visit VA’s Web page for the grant and per diem program at www.va.gov/homeless or contact VA’s program office at 1-877-332-0334, or e-mail VA at [email protected].

 


 

Letter To The Editor

 

To the Citizens of Pittsfield:
To my friends, neighbors, and supporters who took the extra effort to write in to vote for me, Thank you.


To the candidates who won office, congratulations and good luck.


To the candidates who did not win office, better luck next time and thank you for helping make the system work.


To everyone who voted, thank you for helping to make democracy work.

 
Sincerely,
Fred Okrent

 


Obituaries


 

James Frank Golden

 
James Frank “The Carpet Man” Golden, 77, 5057 Jacksonville Road, Jacksonville, N.Y., went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2010.


He was born in Pittsfield, N. H., on August 20, l932. He was a member of the American Legion Post 770 and was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the Navy.

 
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Beverly Anne; their three children, Pamela (Peter) Umlauf, David (Pamela) Golden, William (Laura) Golden; and six grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at the American Legion on Monday, March 8, 2010.


In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either the Trumansburg Ambulance Service or the Ithaca SPCA.

 


 


 

 











 

 

 

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