NEW HAMPSHIRE HOSTS DISCOVER NEW ENGLAND’S 16TH ANNUAL TOURISM SUMMIT & INTERNATIONAL MARKETPLACE

Nearly 80 International Tour Operators Meet with

300 New England Venues;

Providing Economic Impact of $1.2 Million to State

Concord, New Hampshire, March 30th, 2011 – New Hampshire tourism officials announced today that nearly 80 international tour operators and 300 representatives from New England hotels, resorts, attractions and destinations will be arriving over the weekend to attend Discover New England’s 2011 Summit at the Omni Mt. Washington Resort. The summit is projected to have a positive economic impact of $1.2 million on the state.

“Hosting this first class event will bring short and long term benefits to the New Hampshire travel industry, as well as the New England region,” said Lori Harnois, director of the Division of Travel and Tourism Development (DTTD). “With conference rooms, extra meals and spending from close to 400 people, our industry experts project a very positive economic impact to New Hampshire of more than $1.2 million. However, the longer term benefit of increasing our numbers of international travelers to New England is equally important.” According to Harnois, approximately 1.6 million overseas travelers come to the region each year. This conference is an opportunity to showcase all that New England can offer to international travelers looking to explore and experience a vacation here.

The annual summit rotates among the six New England states, and this is the first time since 2005 that the event has been held in New Hampshire. The conference runs Monday April 4th – Wednesday April 6th.

“Discover New England works to increase visitation into the New England region primarily by working closely with international tour operators and U.S-based receptive operators who either have established itineraries in New England or are looking to introduce new programs,” said Sue Norrington-Davies, managing director of Discover New England. “This is the largest travel conference we’ve hosted in New England, and it will represent an extraordinary opportunity to develop business with tour operators and showcase the region.”

Workshops and one-on-one business meetings with international tour operators and receptive operators will take place throughout the conference, as well as presentations by tourism professionals.

Media interested in attending the conference or looking for more information or interviews can contact Tai Freligh, Communications Manager, DTTD at (603) 271-2343, #2; tai.freligh@dred.state.nh.us.; or Deb Daigle, Media Relations, Montagne Communications, (603) 644-3200 x12; ddaigle@montagnecom.com . The “How to Summit” workshop on Monday, April 4th from 1 – 2 PM is recommended for first time attendees.

Discover New England (DNE) is the official tourism organization representing the New England region, and is a non-profit cooperative marketing entity funded by the participating states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. DNE’s primary mission is to increase tourism to the New England region from overseas markets — with a particular focus on the core markets of the United Kingdom/Ireland and Germany.

DNE was formed in 1992 when the incumbent Tourism Directors of the respective New England states formed a united front to market collectively to Europe. Outside of the United States, New England is the “brand” recognized by travelers and tour operators, who often do not recognize the names of the individual states. This joint marketing effort has proven to be highly successful and continues to offer an excellent return on investment for the individual states each year.

ABOUT THE DIVISION OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT

The Division of Travel and Tourism Development, as part of the New Hampshire Department of Resources and Economic Development, works with the state’s seven travel regions to increase visitation, travel and visitor expenditures in order to expand business activity and employment throughout the state. The division is responsible for domestic and international advertising and public relations, literature publication and distribution, www.visitnh.gov administration, grant administration and research to monitor and measure the impact of travel and tourism to the state. For more information about New Hampshire tourism, call 603-271-2665 or visit www.visitnh.gov.

Tee off with The Homemakers for the elderly June 14th

A green jacket may not be up for grabs, but there will be plenty of fun, prizes and specialty holes at The Homemakers Health Services Ninth Annual Golf Tournament Fore the Elderly being held Tuesday, June 14th at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth.

The major sponsor of this year’s tournament is Eastern Propane.

All proceeds from the tournament will go toward providing vital health care services to elderly and disabled people in need throughout the County.

“Whether you consider yourself a pro, amateur or a beginner, you’re invited to grab your clubs and join us on the course for the 8:30 a.m. shotgun start,” says René Philpott, community relations director with The Homemakers. “There will be something for everyone whether you’re fiercely competitive or just want to enjoy a day on the golf course while supporting our health care programs.”

A special “Early Bird” registration fee of $115 per golfer will be given to all participants who submit their registration payment by Friday, April 29th. After April 29th the registration fee is $125. Registration includes green fees, cart rental, dinner, a goody bag and a raffle ticket for prizes. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, third and last place teams. Golfers will also have the opportunity to compete for other prizes while on the course, including longest putt, longest drive and a special Vegas hole. A membership to The Oaks Golf Links, valued at $2,300 will also be raffled the day of the tournament.

Golfers are invited to register as a team or register individually and be placed in a foursome. As the tournament is limited to 144 players, Philpott urges people to reserve their space now by registering early at www.TheHomemakers.org.

“For those who don’t golf, but would like to participate in some way, sponsorship opportunities are also available,” says Philpott. “Our tournament not only promises to be a great time, but is a great avenue for business exposure.”

Other sponsors to date include: Breakfast sponsor - Seacoast Redicare; WOKQ – Vegas Hole Sponsor, First Place Net Sponsor – Bernier Insurance, Inc. and Hole Sponsor Seacoast Orthopedics and Sports Medicine; and prize sponsors, the Gafney Home, Windjammer’s Seafood Restaurant, Granite Steak and Grill, Red’s Shoe Barn and Applebee’s Restaurant.

For more information about the tournament, sponsorship opportunities, or to register, contact: René Philpott (603) 335-1770, ext. 103 or rphilpott@thehomemakers.org.

Molly Hodgson Smith Named Executive Director of Greater Dover Chamber Of Commerce

The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce has named Molly Hodgson Smith as its new Executive Director. Hodgson Smith is an experienced nonprofit manger who has led several New Hampshire membership organizations. She will manage the daily operations of the Chamber as well as work with the Board of Directors to develop effective Chamber programs.

"We are pleased to welcome Molly back to the Dover business community after several years of working on statewide initiatives", said Michael Bolduc, Attorney at Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc, P.A. and chairman of the Chamber Board of Directors. Hodgson Smith started her nonprofit career serving as the events manager at the Chamber from 1994-1998. "She has an extensive record of success in developing and building business membership organizations. We look forward to her leadership, " said Dave Paolini, Designated Broker at Century 21/Central Falls Realty, a member of the search committee and the Chamber's chair-elect of the Board of Directors.

Hodgson Smith has over 12 years of executive director leadership experience, first with New Hampshire Made, Inc. and recently with New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility. She lives in Madbury with her husband and two children.

I am thrilled to be returning to the Dover business community," Hodgson Smith said. "Dover has a thriving economic development center that makes it an attractive choice for employers to establish, maintain, and grow businesses. With its rich history, cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, and vibrant downtown retail center and developing riverfront, Dover is a great place for residents and visitors alike."

The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit association of businesses, professionals, organizations and individuals, working together to advance the economic well-being of its members and the community. For details on chamber membership, a schedule of activities and other program information, please call the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce at (603) 742-2218, e-mail info@dovernh.org visit www.dovernh.org or find us on Facebook at Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce.

Dover Chamber Ribbon Cuttings in February

Brylie Collins Photography offers affordable, photojournalistic photography, including weddings, family portraiture, corporate and product photos, maternity portraits, senior portraits, pet and animal photography. For more information, including samples of Brylie Collins’ work and booking information, please visit www.brylyecollinsphotography.com.

Enterprise City represents yet another unique organization in the ever expanding array of Dover businesses that serve the youth recreation and education community, primarily serving 5th to 8th graders throughout New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts and beyond. They o

ffer a highly interactive scholastic program that consists of 3 to 6 weeks of in-school curriculum, culminating in a day of hands-on learning and discovery at their “simulated city.” This

remarkably realistic facility consists of a Post Office, a Bank, a City Hall, restaurants, doctor’s offices, retail shops, a TV station and various other components of a real business community, all of which are run by the students.

Throughout the program, students learn about civic and electoral processes through the election of a Mayor, take out bank loans to start virtual “businesses,” create resumes and compete for various jobs within the simulated community. The curriculum incorporates social studies,

mathematics, finance, political science, marketing and economics, weaving the various fields of study together in a life-like manner that makes a lasting impression on participants, primarily students in grades 5 through 8.

For more information on Enterprise City, including volunteer information and licensing opportunities, please visit their website at www.enterprisecity.org.

Located in downtown Dover’s historic Masonic Building on the corner of Washington Street and Central Avenue, the Painted Elephant Massage Studio offers an array of popular therapeutic health services, including massage and Reiki, with several massage therapists on hand to choose from.

For more information about Painted Elephant, or to book an appointment, please call (603) 343-5466.

With the capacity to seat over 350 guests, Rivermill at Dover Landing is one of the largest indoor function facilities in the seacoast. The artfully restored event space is located in the Picker Mill behind One Washington Center, overlooking the Cochecho River and Henry Law Park. Inside, Rivermill boasts traditional 1800s brick and beam architecture, high ceilings, a fully equipped catering kitchen and tall, arched windows that offer expansive views of the river, the Park and Dover’s historic City Hall clock tower.

For more information on Rivermill at Dover Landing, including photos and event booking information, please visit www.rivermillnh.com.

Founded and run by Executive Director Astrid Wielens, Zebra Crossings provides programs for children with chronic health conditions - including those at risk for developing such conditions – and their families.

In New Hampshire alone, over 10,000 children suffer from life-threatening chronic illnesses, and Zebra Crossings programming helps these children gain self-confidence and a sense of independence, develop friendships, set life goals and take responsibility for the personal; health and well-being. Programs include sports and recreation, climbing and hiking, theatre and performing arts, cooking’ gardening, photography horseback riding, dance, arts and crafts, woodworking and more.

Zebra Crossings programs are supported through gifts from donors and sponsors. Families only pay a small registration fee to participate, and scholarships are available to keep underserved families from taking part in the various programs.

For more information on Zebra Crossings, including the origin of their unique name, program offerings, and how you can help support them, please email info@zebrac-crossings.org or visit their website at www.zebra-crossings.org.

2011 State of the State Breakfast Forum

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Tuesday, April 26th - 7:30am to 9:00am

Governor's Inn - 78 Wakefield Street - Rochester

$15 members, $25 not-yet members

RSVP Online or Call 603/742-2218

Come hear Governor John Lynch's outlook and priorities for the upcoming year at this annual breakfast event. Join with members from the Tri-Chamber's region at the Historic Governor's Inn in Rochester. Please bring your questions and engage in a lively discussion with the Governor.

REGISTER NOW - DEADLINE is APRIL 19th

Calling All Peeps to the Dover Public Library!

The Dover Public Library is looking for some creative peeps to enter our third annual “Peeps Show” contest during National Library Week, April 10-16. Here’s how it works: Build a diorama using peeps of any color in a standard size shoe box. This year’s theme is anything literary: recreate a scene from a favorite book or portray a character from a book.

There are four prize divisions. Those 18 or older will compete in the Adult Division, while peeps, people 13- 18 may enter the Teen division. Children ages 4 – 7 are invited to enter the Kids Division, and those between 8 – 12 years of age may enter in the Youth Division.

On the back of your shoe box, please include your name, address, phone number, and title of your “Peeps Show”. All Peeps displays may be dropped off at the Dover Public Library beginning Monday, April 11th through Saturday, April 16th during regular library hours. The Peeps will be displayed in the library for all to enjoy. The dioramas will be judged and prizes will be awarded on Monday afternoon, April 25th. Peeps should be picked up by Thursday, April 28th. All Peeps not picked up by the deadline will be discarded or eaten. For more information, call 516-6082.

HOLY ROSARY CREDIT UNION DONATES TO ST. CHARLES WITH HELP FROM THE WILDCATS

Rochester, NH – Holy Rosary Credit Union (HRCU) teamed up with UNH Wildcats Men’s basketball team to raise money for St. Charles Children’s Home in Rochester, NH. ‘Hoops for Hope’ was launched at the beginning of the 2010/2011 season with a plan to donate $1.00 for every point scored by the Wildcats team over the season. 1749 points were scored, so a check from HRCU was presented to St. Charles with much gratitude and enthusiasm.

The donated funds will go toward a new program for post adoption families in which additional support is offered to new families transitioning and adapting to the adoption process. The Children’s Home recently made renovations to their existing building in order to administer this program, however, as a result of state budget cuts; the home has relied on contributions to finance this project. With the funds that HRCU and UNH raised through the Hoops for Hope campaign, the Children’s Home will be able to further develop and support this program.

Brian Hughes, CEO and President of HRCU, said, “This was a great success, and I’d like to personally thank all the folks at UNH Wildcat sports, Coach Herrion and all the players for helping us bring hope and support to the children at St. Charles. This initiative was aligned with our commitment to education and families in the communities we serve and we’re very pleased with the results.”

Service Credit Union Green Corporate Offices Building Under Way

PORTSMOUTH, NH. (March 25, 2011) – Gordon Simmons, President/CEO of Service Credit Union, recently announced that construction will begin on the credit union’s LEED certified, new corporate offices building at 2995 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth in the spring of 2011. The 100,000 square foot building is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2012.

Currently, Service Credit Union’s Corporate Offices resides at 2010 Lafayette Road in Portsmouth in a 19,000 square foot building. The new building, designed by the architectural firm of GUND Partnership of Cambridge, Mass., will be constructed with local, New Hampshire labor. Both the new and current Corporate Office buildings will accommodate present and expected future growth over the next ten to fifteen years. Service Credit Union will immediately house over 100 employees, bringing 60 new jobs to the city after completion with plans for expansion of another 40 or more jobs over the next five years.

“Service Credit Union is committed to a clean, friendly environment”, says Gordon Simmons, “thus, we are pleased that we were able to pursue the LEED green initiative (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) directed by the U. S. Green Building Council. Our LEED building addresses the cleanup of a formerly contaminated landsite, water, energy and atmospheric efficiencies, materials and resources as well as indoor environmental quality, innovation and design. We are striving for a LEED Gold certification”. The new corporate offices will be designed and built using strategies intended to improve performance in metrics such as energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction and improved indoor environmental quality. Some of LEED elements of the building include skylights, geothermal heating and natural sunlight.

“Service Credit Union is committed to environmental stewardship and social responsibility by conserving energy and water, providing a healthier, safer workplace and reducing waste,” says Gordon Simmons.

“Because of our members’ loyalty and our consistent steady growth, we have outgrown our present space,” says Gordon Simmons. “This larger facility will allow Service Credit Union and its employees to effectively serve our growing local and worldwide membership.”

“Our members will continue to experience the same exceptional service, low loan rates and high deposit rates with low or no fees as they always have,” according to Gordon Simmons. “And, we thank our members for their support of their credit union.”

The four-story building will feature a full service, 24/7 member service call center, foreign exchange, member check imaging, processing and control, Finance, community rooms, conference rooms, departmental and executive offices. The three community rooms will be offered for use by local city government, not-for-profit organizations and other community based associations to help with the growing need for meeting space in Portsmouth and nearby towns.

This new building expands Service Credit Union’s footprint in the area. More than 50 years ago, the credit union began at Pease Air Force Base as the Portsmouth Air Force Base Federal Credit Union to serve military and civilian employees there. Now the largest credit union in New Hampshire at more than $1.8 billion in assets and serving the citizens in nine of the ten counties in the state, four towns in Massachusetts and with members around the world, Service Credit Union has grown to serve close to 146,000 members with branches in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Germany. Besides the new corporate offices, the credit union’s current properties will be used by the credit union for present requirements and to expand on future needs.

Service Credit Union is a full service financial institution, offering a wide range of financial products to its members. With 35 branch locations including two staffed 24/7 contact centers, and full internet banking services, Service Credit Union serves anyone who lives or works in New Hampshire (excluding Coos County), 4 towns in Cape Cod, MA., and all branches of the U.S. Military and Department of Defense employees and their families. Service Credit Union has 18 branches in New Hampshire, one in Massachusetts, and 16 branches on U.S. military bases in Germany.

Service Credit Union Green Corporate Offices Building Under Way

PORTSMOUTH, NH. (March 25, 2011) – Gordon Simmons, President/CEO of Service Credit Union, recently announced that construction will begin on the credit union’s LEED certified, new corporate offices building at 2995 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth in the spring of 2011. The 100,000 square foot building is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2012.

Currently, Service Credit Union’s Corporate Offices resides at 2010 Lafayette Road in Portsmouth in a 19,000 square foot building. The new building, designed by the architectural firm of GUND Partnership of Cambridge, Mass., will be constructed with local, New Hampshire labor. Both the new and current Corporate Office buildings will accommodate present and expected future growth over the next ten to fifteen years. Service Credit Union will immediately house over 100 employees, bringing 60 new jobs to the city after completion with plans for expansion of another 40 or more jobs over the next five years.

“Service Credit Union is committed to a clean, friendly environment”, says Gordon Simmons, “thus, we are pleased that we were able to pursue the LEED green initiative (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) directed by the U. S. Green Building Council. Our LEED building addresses the cleanup of a formerly contaminated landsite, water, energy and atmospheric efficiencies, materials and resources as well as indoor environmental quality, innovation and design. We are striving for a LEED Gold certification”. The new corporate offices will be designed and built using strategies intended to improve performance in metrics such as energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction and improved indoor environmental quality. Some of LEED elements of the building include skylights, geothermal heating and natural sunlight.

“Service Credit Union is committed to environmental stewardship and social responsibility by conserving energy and water, providing a healthier, safer workplace and reducing waste,” says Gordon Simmons.

“Because of our members’ loyalty and our consistent steady growth, we have outgrown our present space,” says Gordon Simmons. “This larger facility will allow Service Credit Union and its employees to effectively serve our growing local and worldwide membership.”

“Our members will continue to experience the same exceptional service, low loan rates and high deposit rates with low or no fees as they always have,” according to Gordon Simmons. “And, we thank our members for their support of their credit union.”

The four-story building will feature a full service, 24/7 member service call center, foreign exchange, member check imaging, processing and control, Finance, community rooms, conference rooms, departmental and executive offices. The three community rooms will be offered for use by local city government, not-for-profit organizations and other community based associations to help with the growing need for meeting space in Portsmouth and nearby towns.

This new building expands Service Credit Union’s footprint in the area. More than 50 years ago, the credit union began at Pease Air Force Base as the Portsmouth Air Force Base Federal Credit Union to serve military and civilian employees there. Now the largest credit union in New Hampshire at more than $1.8 billion in assets and serving the citizens in nine of the ten counties in the state, four towns in Massachusetts and with members around the world, Service Credit Union has grown to serve close to 146,000 members with branches in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Germany. Besides the new corporate offices, the credit union’s current properties will be used by the credit union for present requirements and to expand on future needs.

Service Credit Union is a full service financial institution, offering a wide range of financial products to its members. With 35 branch locations including two staffed 24/7 contact centers, and full internet banking services, Service Credit Union serves anyone who lives or works in New Hampshire (excluding Coos County), 4 towns in Cape Cod, MA., and all branches of the U.S. Military and Department of Defense employees and their families. Service Credit Union has 18 branches in New Hampshire, one in Massachusetts, and 16 branches on U.S. military bases in Germany.

Dover Public Library to Host Solar Energy Workshops

The Dover Public Library will offer two free Solar Energy Workshops presented by Seacoast Energy Alternatives. The first will be “Solar Hot Water for the Homeowner” on Monday, April 4 at 7pm in the Library Lecture Hall. Solar hot water, from the smallest residential systems to full scale home heating, will be explored. Participants will learn how systems work, what costs are involved, and calculate the return on investment.

The second workshop, “Electricity from the Sun” will be held on Monday, April 18 at 7pm in the Library Lecture Hall. Participants will learn about conventional grid-tied solar electric, battery back-up, and off grid systems. A question and answer period will follow each session. For more information, contact the Dover Public Library at 516-6050.

Enter to Win A Nook eReader at the Dover Library during National Library Week

Ever been stuck at home without a good book to read? Well, Dover Public Library cardholders may now check out and read electronic books without leaving home. As a consortia member of New Hampshire Downloadable Books, we offer both downloadable eBooks as well as downloadable audiobooks through our website.

During National Library Week, April 10 - 16, all checkouts by Dover

Public Library patrons who’ve registered for this service will be automatically entered in a special raffle to win a Nook eReader! Each time a downloadable audiobook or eBook is checked out during that week, a DPL cardholder will qualify for another entry in the raffle.

New Hampshire Downloadable Books are available via the library’s website 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All you need is a valid Dover Public Library borrower’s card, a computer, and Internet access. To get started, a user must install free software available on the site: for audiobooks, download OverDrive® Media Console™, and for eBooks, Adobe® Digital Editions. You may then browse the collection, check out electronic items with your library card, and download them to a PC, Mac®, and many mobile devices. Titles can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to a variety of devices, including iPod®, Nook ®, Sony® Reader™, and many others. Some audio titles can also be burned to CD. Titles will automatically expire and “disappear” at the end of the lending period so there are no late fees!

To get started downloading audiobooks and eBooks, visit http://library.dover.nh.gov for a link to the New Hampshire Downloadable Books service. Use the service anytime, but don’t forget to check out items between April 10th and 16th in order to enter our Nook Raffle. The Nook has been donated by the Friends of the Dover Public Library and the winner will be notified on April 18th. For more information, call the library’s Reference Desk at 516-6082.

The National Passport Center will be hosting Passport Day April 9th 2011

The National Passport Center will be hosting Passport Day at our location at 207 International Drive on Pease International Tradeport in Portsmouth from 10:00am until 3:00pm on Saturday, April 9th, 2011.

Passport Agencies and acceptance facilities across the country will be holding this event on April 9th. Passport Day in the U.S.A. is an opportunity for citizens to apply for their U.S. Passports without an appointment at any of the Department of State Passport Agencies. Local acceptance facilities (such as Post Offices and County Clerk’s offices that accept passport applications on behalf of the Department of State) will be participating in this event as well. The goal is to provide a convenient opportunity for the American travelling public to apply for their passports ahead of the busy summer travel season.

The Department of State’s travel website http://www.travel.state.gov is an excellent resource for the public to obtain information about U.S. Passport fees and documentation requirements.

T.W. Stevens Law Firm welcomes two new senior associates to the firm.

Two new additions bolster the firm’s reputation as New England’s leader in Business Law, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury and Family Law.

Dover, NH (January 20, 2011) Attorney James P. Ball has joined the firm’s Intellectual Property, Business Law, and Civil Litigation practice. Jim is a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association, Connecticut Bar Association, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut.

Jim received his B.A. from Tufts University and his J.D., with honors, from the University of North Carolina School of Law at Chapel Hill. At UNC-Chapel Hill, Jim served as a member of the NORTH CAROLINA LAW REVIEW and the NORTH CAROLINA JOURNAL OF LAW & TECHNOLOGY.

Jim has authored numerous publications, including U.S. Supreme Court Denies Certiorari in Mattel Record, Inc., WIGGIN AND DANA INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ADVISORY (June 2003); Supreme Court Holds That Plaintiffs Must Show Actual Dilution to Recover under the Federal Trademark Dilution Act, TERRALEX INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY NEWSLETTER (8th ed. 2003); and 50-STATE SURVEY OF EMPLOYMENT, LIBEL, AND PRIVACY LAW (Libel Defense Resource Center, ed. 2002) (Co-author of CT chapter). Prior to joining T.W. Stevens Law firm, Jim practiced at the law firm Hinckley, Allen, & Snyder LLP.

Attorney Lynne Rocheleau has joined the firm’s Family Law, Real Estate, and Entertainment Law Practice. Attorney Rocheleau is a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association, Maine Bar Association, and Pennsylvania Bar Association.

Lynne earned her B.A. from the University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire and her J.D. from the Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

Attorney Rocheleau has a strong background in all phases of real estate transactions and is a licensed title agent in New Hampshire, Maine and Florida. Formerly of the law firm FamilyLegal Services, P.C., Lynne is recognized as a compassionate attorney with a focus on family and real estate law. She brings understanding and empathy to what is often an emotionally difficult time for her clients.

T.W. Stevens Law Firm, PLLC is a New Hampshire based law firm specializing in all areas of Business Law, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, and Family Law. The firm works with clients locally, nationally, and internationally. T.W. Stevens Law Firm, PLLC is a member of the Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, the Dover Chamber of Commerce, the New Hampshire High Technology Council, the Massachusetts Innovation and Technology Exchange, among many other local organizations. The firm has a record of building and maintaining lasting relationships with a diverse list of clients. For more information, please visit www.twslawnh.com.

Dover Chamber Sweepstakes Event Set for April 29th - Tickets Now On Sale

$10,000 Grand Prize Highlights a Night Packed

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Tickets for the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce’s Tenth Annual “Sweep into Spring” Sweepstakes, underwritten by Federal Savings Bank, are available at the Chamber Visitor Center at 550 Central Avenue or by calling 603/742-2218.

The event takes place on Friday, April 29th, 2011 at the Dover Arena on Portland Avenue in Dover, with doors opening at 6:30pm. To celebrate the tenth anniversary, this years themed is “Ten,” and features themed entertainment, a silent auction, a sampling from over a dozen local restaurants and caterers, as well as a 1 in 250 chance of winning $10,000 in the grand prize drawing, and a 1 in 25 chance of winning at least $200.

Each ticket costs $100 and admits 2 people to the event. Ticket holders need not be present to win one of the many cash prizes. In addition to the Sweepstakes portion of the event, guest can bid on dozens of items during a silent auction that features everything from trips and getaways to themed gift baskets and compete packages for Mother’s Day, Lawn & Garden Care, Local Restaurant Sampler, Home Improvement, Salon & Spa Treatments, Health & Fitness and many more .

“We look forward to putting another new spin on what has been a very successful event for us in the past,” commented Chamber Marketing Manager Aaron Wensley. “There will be enough going on to keep people entertained, even if they’re out of the running for the grand prize.”

This year’s “Ten” theme will offer attendees a look at the Top Ten of just about everything imaginable: movies, music and television shows; sports and sporting events; geography; history; and a variety of off-the-wall categories that are sure to entertain. Attendees are encouraged to embrace the theme with their attire, but costumes are not required.

“The costuming will be a little different this year,” notes Event Committee Chair Toby Arkwell of RW Insurance. “The idea is to get people to be creative, and to use the “Ten” theme to spark ideas. For example, musicians like the Beatles, Elvis and Michael Jackson might be in one of the Top Ten lists, while characters from popular TV shows might come from another. Similarly, people might come dressed as bowling pins, or Ten Little Indians, or the Ten Commandments.”

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It takes a community to raise a child....

Join hands with Kingswood Leasing Inc.

to raise money for Dover Children's Home in 2011.

1% of all 2011 leases* for Dover businesses will be donated.

Kingswood Leasing is coming alongside the Dover Children's Home this year to help them raise the funds necessary to continue impacting children's lives. Due to the economy, times are tougher and costs are higher then ever.

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• apply for a lease with KLI.
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Family Fun Day ~ Matt Randall's Black Belt Academy

DOVER, NH – Matt Randall’s Black Belt Academy of Dover is celebrating spring with an open house and Family Fun Day on Saturday, April 2nd, from 1:00-3:00pm. This event will feature games, entertainment, and a bouncy house. It is free and open to all members of the community. Bring the whole family and invite your friends.

At Matt Randall’s Black Belt Academy’s free Family Fun Day, kids of all ages will be able to run, jump, play, and bounce for two hours of free fun and games. This open house will celebrate spring and the anniversary of Master Randall’s 30th year in training. Prize drawings will be made for free lessons and gifts from other local merchants. Costumed characters will be milling about and may even teach free lessons in respect and discipline.

Stop by on Saturday, April 2nd from 1-3pm and bring the whole family for some free fun and games.

Matt Randall’s Black Belt Academies of Dover and Stratham have been serving the self-defense and fitness needs of the seacoast since 1987. We specialize in leadership development. For more information, please contact us at 603.743.6500 or visit www.mrbba.com.

Justine Roberts named Executive Director of the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire

(Dover, NH – February 21, 2011) – The board of directors at the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire has named Justine Roberts of Cambridge, MA the museum’s new Executive Director. Justine was chosen for the position following an extensive national search and she succeeds museum founder Denise Doleac, who resigned as Executive Director at the end of 2010.

As a principal in the award-winning museum architecture, planning and exhibit design firm Gyroscope, Inc. for the past 8 years, Justine Roberts brings a wealth of strategic leadership skills to the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire. She has managed high-level projects for children’s museums and science centers across the country and around the world. Working closely with museum leaders and stakeholders, Justine has taken major exhibition initiatives through the strategic planning process to creative development and staff training. She has also been instrumental in identifying opportunities for joint initiatives and partnerships for her clients, and establishing systems for cooperation and communication.

Justine has worked on a number of original research projects to track trends and leadership opportunities. She often writes for professional publications and speaks at national and regional museum conferences. She began her career at the Bay Area Discovery Museum, and has also worked at Leapfrog as a senior producer for an interactive book line and at Scholastic, Inc. as a producer for multi-media products and brand management for television and print properties. Justine holds a Masters in Education: Museum Leadership from the Bank Street College of Education in New York, and she earned a Bachelors degree with high honors from Oberlin College in Ohio.

“Our board and staff are excited to welcome such an accomplished museum learning professional to lead the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire into its next phase of development,” stated Mike Kenison, chairman of the Museum’s board of directors. “After reviewing and meeting many candidates, Justine was our unanimous choice to build upon the strong foundation established by Denny Doleac. Justine’s expertise in strategic planning, exhibit design and family learning make her the ideal leader to build long-term sustainability for the museum by implementing innovative ideas that align with the museum’s core values.”

“I am so looking forward to beginning my work at the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire,” said Justine. “The museum already has a solid base of creative exhibits, programs and partnerships, and I hope to enhance all of those strengths and raise the profile of the organization with a wide variety of audiences. My focus is on building relationships and implementing changes that will make the museum stronger and more responsive to the constituencies it serves.”

About the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire

The not-for-profit Children’s Museum of New Hampshire is located at 6 Washington Street in Dover and offers two levels of hands-on, custom-created exhibits for children ages 1-12. Children can explore a wide range of subjects, from dinosaurs, music and aeronautics to world cultures, art and natural history. Open year-round, the museum hosts a variety of live performances, workshops, classes and special events for families. For more information, please call the museum at (603) 742-2002 or visit www.childrens-museum.org.

Children’s Museum of New Hampshire

6 Washington Street

Dover, NH 03820

(603) 742-2002

www.childrens-museum.org

Laconia Savings Bank Helps to Support Crotched Mountain Foundation

Photo Caption (L – R): (Front) Rose McKinnon, Assistant Vice President – Antrim & Hillsborough Office Manager for Laconia Savings Bank; Donald Shumway, President and CEO of Crotched Mountain Foundation; Chelsea Fernandes, Resident at Crotched Mountain Foundation (Back) Harry Payne and Geoff Garfinkle of the Monadnock Wild Team.

New Hampshire – February 22, 2011 – Laconia Savings Bank is proud to support the Crotched Mountain Foundation with a $1,000 donation to sponsor the Boston Bruins Alumni verses the Monadnock Wild hockey game. The $20,500 in proceeds raised from the hockey game will directly benefit the Crotched Mountain Accessible Recreation and Sports program, allowing disabled children and adults to experience all the joys that universally accessible sports bring.

“The gift given is a tangible statement of the value that Laconia Savings Bank places in the work of Crotched Mountain Foundation which continues to transform the lives of children and adults with disabilities” stated Donald Shumway, President and CEO of Crotched Mountain Foundation. “Laconia Savings Bank’s support will continue to advance a mission dedicated to changing the way the world views people with disabilities and the way individuals with disabilities view themselves.”

For more information about the Crotched Mountain Foundation, log onto www.crotchedmountain.org.

Laconia Savings Bank, founded in 1831, provides deposit, lending and wealth management services to families and businesses throughout New Hampshire. With 19 community offices within the state and assets exceeding $1 billion, Laconia Savings Bank is the largest independent bank in New Hampshire. Because Laconia Savings Bank is a mutual organization, it doesn’t answer to stock holders and can focus on the success of its customers, communities and employees. Throughout its long history, Laconia Savings Bank continues to be a strong and stable financial organization. For more information, call 1-800-832-0912 or visit www.laconiasavings.com.

Laconia Savings Bank Announces Promotions

Photo Caption (L – R): Karen S. Wilson, Vice President – Community Reinvestment Act Officer; Kathleen L. Crane, Vice President – Trust Officer; Heidi J. Shaw, Assistant Compliance Officer; Lynda J. Paquette, Commercial Services Administration Officer; Kathryn A. Owens, Trust Officer; Andrew J. Giovanni, Assistant Vice President – Internal Auditor.

New Hampshire – January 25, 2011 – Laconia Savings Bank’s mission is not only to exceed their customers’ expectations by providing the finest quality customer service, but also to provide a positive atmosphere for their employees where they can take satisfaction in being a part of the Laconia Savings Bank team. Laconia Savings Bank believes that happy employees are part of what makes happy customers and is proud to announce the following promotions.

Kathleen L. Crane has been promoted to Vice President – Trust Officer. Kathleen has spent her career in the Trust Services profession, working on processing and administration of Trust accounts and most recently on the sales and service aspect of the business. Kathleen joined the bank in June of 1996 when the Trust Department was first formed. Kathleen is a graduate of The Cannon Financial Institute.

Kathryn A. Owens has been newly elected as Trust Officer. Joining the bank in November of 2006, as a Business Development Specialist and Administrative Assistant within the Trust Department, Kathryn has managed a significant number of client relationships and serves as Chairperson for the Administrative Review Committee. Kathryn has attended The Cannon Financial Institute.

Karen S. Wilson has been promoted to Vice President – CRA (Community Reinvestment Act) Officer. Karen has been with the bank since May, 1999 where she worked in the areas of Consumer Lending and Underwriting. She joined Compliance in February of 2008, serving as the CRA Officer and has been instrumental in ensuring the bank receives high ratings in the FDIC CRA audits.

Heidi J. Shaw has been newly elected as Assistant Compliance Officer. Heidi began her employment with Laconia Savings Bank in December of 2004 as a Customer Service Representative. In November of 2005, she became the Compliance Specialist for the Bank. Most recently, Heidi is completing the requirements to obtain a Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager designation, which is a coveted title throughout the industry and represents a high level of compliance expertise.

Andrew J. Giovanni has been newly elected as Assistant Vice President – Internal Auditor. Andy joined Laconia Savings Bank in March of 2007 and has worked extensively to develop deeper audits in all areas, allowing the bank to minimize areas of risk. Andy has become the expert with the Audit Departments View Point Report Writer, providing in-depth reporting for managers.

Lynda J. Paquette has been newly elected as Commercial Services Administration Officer. Lynda joined Laconia Savings Bank in May of 1998 as a Personal Banking Representative and then Assistant Office Manager for the Laconia Office. She joined the Commercial Services Department in August of 2005 as Commercial Services Representative. Lynda provides expertise and assistance to all the Commercial Lenders and their customers in the Concord and Bedford markets.

Laconia Savings Bank, founded in 1831, provides deposit, lending and wealth management services to families and businesses throughout New Hampshire. With 19 community offices within the state and assets exceeding $1 billion, Laconia Savings Bank is the largest independent bank in New Hampshire. Because Laconia Savings Bank is a mutual organization, it doesn’t answer to stock holders and can focus on the success of its customers, communities and employees. Throughout its long history, Laconia Savings Bank continues to be a strong and stable financial organization. For more information, call 1-800-832-0912 or visit www.laconiasavings.com.

Kristen Collins Joins Federal Savings Bank

Dover – Federal Savings Bank President and CEO, James J. O’Neill, Jr. is pleased to welcome Kristen Collins to the position of Assistant Vice President and Human Resources Director.

Kristen is a graduate of the University of Maine, where she received a Bachelors degree in Business Management. She brings over 10 years experience in the position of Human Resources and is a true asset to Federal Savings Bank.

“Kristen will create and maintain a foundation that will enable the Bank to develop and promote programs that will ensure we preserve our philosophy to provide all employees with mutual respect and fairness,” said O’Neill.

Kristen resides in Berwick with her husband Brian and children Jordan and Bryce. In her leisure she enjoys spending time with her family and is an active volunteer in the community. Kristen works in the Bank’s main office in Dover and may be reached at (603) 842-6472.

Since 1890, Federal Savings Bank has operated as a true community bank, a “mutual” bank. The Bank has offices in Dover, Barrington, Durham, Portsmouth and Rochester. For more information, call toll free 1-800-462-2265, visit www.fsbdover.com or www.facebook.com/FederalSavingsBank.

Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce Annual Citizen, Business and Volunteer Awards

Video Presentation of Annual Awards

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2oXy_6Foac

Letter to Editor – Fosters – Thank You – March 21, 2011

http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110321/GJOPINION_0102/703219989/-1/FOSOPINION

Fosters – January 28, 2011 – Event recap

http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110128/GJNEWS_01/701289882/-1/CITNEWS0813

Fosters – January 5, 2011 - Chamber to name Award Winners

http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110105/GJNEWS_01/701059953/-1/FOSNEWS

Granite State Sentinel – January 14, 2011 – Chamber Names Award Winners

http://granitestatesentinel.blogspot.com/2011/01/chamber-of-commerce-names-citizen-and.html

Fosters – January 7, 2011 – Chamber Names Award Winners

http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110107/GJNEWS_01/701079901

Laconia Savings Bank joins the Allpoint Network

Largest New Hampshire Bank to Offer 40,000 Surcharge-free ATMs

New Hampshire – Laconia Savings Bank, the largest independent bank in New Hampshire, announced that the Allpoint Network, a Cardtronics, Inc. affiliate (NASDAQ: CATM), and the operator of the largest surcharge free ATM network have entered into a long term agreement to offer unlimited surcharge-free access to 40,000 Allpoint ATMs. Laconia Savings Bank customers who utilize a participating Allpoint ATM are not charged the standard fee assessed by ATMs not owned and operated by Laconia Savings. Laconia Savings Bank customers now have a new level of ATM convenience at leading national and regional retailers such as 7-Eleven®, Target®, Walgreens® and CVS/pharmacy® at over 170 New Hampshire locations and 40,000 across the United States, U.K., and Australia.

“Convenient, surcharge-free ATM access is one of the top factors for consumers in choosing a financial institution,” said Ben Psillas, President of Allpoint. “By offering Allpoint, Laconia Savings Bank has a powerful new tool to attract and retain customers throughout New Hampshire”.

“We are very pleased to offer our customers access to the Allpoint Network. The convenience of more than 40,000 ATMs is unmatched by any other bank our size in New Hampshire.” stated Vickie Routhier, VP, Director of Marketing & Public Relations.

Laconia Savings Bank, founded in 1831, provides deposit, lending and wealth management services to families and businesses throughout New Hampshire. With 19 community offices within the state and assets exceeding $1 billion, Laconia Savings Bank is the largest independent bank in New Hampshire. Because Laconia Savings Bank is a mutual organization, it doesn’t answer to stock holders and can focus on the success of its customers, communities and employees. Throughout its long history, Laconia Savings Bank continues to be a strong and stable financial organization. For more information, call 1-800-832-0912 or visit www.laconiasavings.com.

About Allpoint Network:

Allpoint is the largest surcharge-free ATM network with over 40,000 ATMs in leading national and regional merchant locations across the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia. Allpoint provides greater access, convenience, and savings to customers of financial institutions while providing such institutions the tools to compete more effectively for customers. For more information or to find the nearest Allpoint surcharge-free ATM, please visit: www.AllpointNetwork.com.

Kaleo - Meeting Space for Rent

Kaleo Coffee has a state-of-the-art performance room available for rent.

This space is ideal for concerts, live performances, movie screenings, meetings, parties, and other functions. It is complete with top of the line audio and video equipment, including studio quality sound, high definition video technology, multiple flat screen TVs, concert lighting, and a retractable projection screen.

For pricing information, rental details or to request a date, please complete the contract request form and email it to Jeff Parmley, General Manager at jeff@kaleocoffee.com. To reserve our space for your event or to learn more, email events@kaleocoffee.com.

Performance Room Features:

• Up to 200 seats
• State-of-the-art audio, video, & lighting technology
• Modern, urban, industrial decor
• 6 flat screen TVs
• Access to a projector and retractable screen
• Access to an audio/video engineer
• Convenient downtown Dover location
• Hundreds of parking spaces
• Adjacent to UNH Wildcat bus stop
• Available marketing at kaleocoffee.com & inside Kaleo Coffee
• Additional promotional assistance available

St. Thomas Aquinas High School Reunion Weekend 2011

St. Thomas Aquinas High School invites all alumni back to campus for Reunion Weekend on May 20-21, 2011 to celebrate with classmates, faculty, and friends! Reunion Weekend is always a fun tradition at STA and we hope to see you at the events!

The following classes celebrate their 5-year Reunions this year: 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, and 2006. Alumni from these classes can contact their class agents regarding additional gatherings.

Events at STA include: Outdoor Coffeehouse Concert, 5th Annual Softball Tournament, Barbecue, STA Varsity Athletics, Reunion Mass, and an All-Class Year Party.

Please visit www.stalux.org/reunion for details and registration. For more information, please contact David Harris at 603.609.1444 or dharris@stalux.org

Located in Dover, NH, St. Thomas Aquinas High School is a coeducational, Catholic high school community where young people are called to be challenged academically, to stretch their hearts spiritually and to embark on a journey to make a difference. For more information, visit us at www.stalux.org or call (603) 742-3206.

SBA Announces Greta Johansson to Lead New Hampshire District Office

BOSTON, MA – Jeanne A. Hulit, New England Regional Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, today announced the selection of Greta Johansson as the new district director for the New Hampshire SBA office. Greta Johansson currently serves as deputy district director of SBA’s Connecticut office in Hartford, CT.

Commenting on the selection of Ms. Johansson, Hulit said “Greta brings to the position over 29 years of service to the SBA, serving in positions of increasing responsibility from loan specialist to deputy area director in the disaster program to deputy district director in the Connecticut office. Greta has the proven leadership, management and communication skills that are essential to the agency as we assist small businesses during these changing times.”

Johansson has served as deputy district director of the SBA’s Connecticut office since 1996. In this position she has been responsible for management and direction of the staff, educating and assisting many community lenders with the use of the SBA loan guarantee products, and provided direct help to small businesses owners seeking to access federal contracting programs. Her knowledge and understanding of the needs of both small business owners and the small business lending community resulted in her participation in several key SBA initiatives to modernize its lending procedures for the SBA’s 7a and 504 programs as well as the recently announced Community Advantage loan products.

Bernard M. Sweeney, district director of the Connecticut SBA office commented. “Greta’s dedication to understand and find ways to address the needs of small business owners has been her prime motivation. Throughout her fifteen years in the Connecticut office she has worked with large and small lenders and our valued SBA partners at SCORE, the Connecticut Small Business Development Center and our women’s business centers in a unified mission to help our small business owners grow and prosper throughout the state. New Hampshire small businesses and small business lenders will soon discover they have a bright, tested and true leader at the helm.”

“I am deeply honored to have been selected for this very important position in New England,” stated Johansson. “It is difficult to leave Connecticut and the quality professionals at the Connecticut District office and our SBA partners throughout the state who help small business owners each day. I am also enthused about joining the SBA team in New Hampshire which is known for its tremendous staff. It is humbling to follow in the footsteps of district directors like Bill Phillips and Wit Jones who served the state’s small business community for so many years. I look forward to building upon their success and to working with the our partners at the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center, SCORE, the recently announced SNHU Women’s Business Center and the lending and economic development communities.”

“When you look for a new director for a SBA district office, you look for someone who is the right fit for the office, our SBA partners and for the community the office serves. After review of a broad selection of highly qualified candidates, I believe in Greta Johansson we have found the right fit for the small business community in New Hampshire,” added SBA Regional Administrator Jeanne Hulit.

The Homemakers recognizes special team members

For displaying exceptional qualities throughout the year, members of each of The Health Services’ teams were recently honored during a special luncheon at The Oaks.

“The ability of The Homemakers Health Services to continually and successfully reach its goals can be directly attributed to the fact that each of its teams work together toward the common vision of the Agency,” said Linda Howard, interim chief executive officer of The Homemakers. “In recognition of each team’s accomplishments toward the Agency’s objectives, The Homemakers has set aside a month during the year to honor each of its teams as a whole. During that month, all employees are asked to select one of the team members to receive special recognition for displaying exceptional qualities throughout the year.”

Honored by Howard and President of the Board of Directors Jeff Taylor were: Jackie Egley, administrative team; Kelly Fasulo, volunteer team; Darlene Proulx, skilled services team; Stephanie Sawyer, in-home care provider team; Lillian Merrill, homemaker team; and June Grant, adult day care team.

Portsmouth Christian Academy at Dover Wins Regional Quiz Bowl Championship

Dover, NH - High school students at Portsmouth Christian Academy at Dover students claimed victory at this year’s New Hampshire Quiz Bowl League Seacoast Regional Championship, played at Oyster River High School March 5.

PCA Seniors Eric Baker (Lebanon, ME) and Nate Hafner (Durham), Junior Ben Leavitt (Exeter), and Sophomore Cassidy Rowley (Rochester), won all ten tournament matches to win the regional championship against tough competition from schools such as Phillips Exeter Academy, Oyster River High School, Spaulding High School and other schools from around the state. The win guarantees PCA a berth in the New Hampshire Quiz Bowl League State Championship in April.

Quiz Bowl is a fun and fast-paced Jeopardy-style competition for New Hampshire high school students. Teams compete to win their regional tournaments, which then earn them a spot in the State Championship.

"It's great to win this competition in my last year at PCA with all these people around me. Thank you to everyone who helped us this year," says senior Eric Baker, captain of PCA’s winning ”A-Team” and the school’s 25-member Quiz Club.

“I’m so proud of how well all our five teams played, but particularly pleased that our seniors had the opportunity to crown their four years in Quiz Bowl competition with a regional championship,” says Donna Capern, co-coach of the PCA team. “We play a number of excellent teams all season. I’m constantly in awe of the range of knowledge and the quick recall that all these Quiz Bowl students demonstrate.”

“I was particularly proud of our team for performing so well with one of our regulars, Katii Capern, out sick. This is a great way to mark the final Quiz Bowl season for our seniors, led Saturday by Eric Baker and Nate Hafner,” agreed co-coach Raymond Gamble.

PCA’s active Quiz Club team also competes regularly and successfully on Granite State Challenge, New Hampshire Public Television’s televised high school academic competition. PCA’s team was also the state winner of the Knowledge Master Open academic competition earlier this winter. The team goes on to compete in the Vermont-New Hampshire History Bowl on April 8.

Portsmouth Christian Academy at Dover is located at 20 Seaborne Drive, Dover, NH. PCA offers a challenging academic curriculum from preschool through high school along with competitive athletic programs and other stimulating extra-curricular activities. For more information, visit the school’s web site at www.pcaschool.org or call 603.742.3617.