■Things change rapidly; the BCEP Transfer station has new rules in this fight against the virus. Only household trash can be brought to the dump – max four bags per person per trip. You cannot go inside the building; bring your bags around the outside to the area where you normally would put scrap metal. Please store your recyclables at home at this time. No big items accepted (mattresses, fridge, or construction material). You will be notified as soon as normal operation resumes.
■Good news from the Chichester Food Pantry! People have really stepped up and donated a good amount of non-perishable food. If you are in need of food, call Evelyn Pike at 798-5808, ext. 1 to set up a time to meet and pickup. This is for Chichester residents only.
■The town clerk is processing boat registrations from anyone in New Hampshire. The state would have mailed you a renewal form for your boat. If you can’t find your form, call 798-5808, ext. 1 and help with the renewal is available.
■If you want to get married, call the Town Clerk.
■Motor Vehicles need to be registered by March 31 to meet the April 1 deadline. Residents were sent their renewal letter in the middle of February. Register on-line, mail or drop-off box at the Town Hall.
■The Chichester Country Store is doing take-out orders.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
■Do you have a preschool aged child that you are interested in enrolling in a preschool program? If you live in the towns of Pembroke, Allenstown, Chichester or Epsom, your preschooler may be eligible to attend the TLC preschool, half-days for two or three days a week. To register for a screening time, contact Paula Dyrkacz at 485-9000, ext. 4258 or email pdyrkacz@sau53.org. The screenings will be conducted on April 17 at Pembroke Hill School.
■The local response to the COVID-19 outbreak is evolving rapidly. As a result of these changes, the library has made the difficult decision to close to the public. We will make a decision regarding when to reopen at a later date based on the most up-to-date guidance from public health officials. During this closure, patrons are asked to hold onto their materials until the library reopens. All fines accrued on overdue materials will be waived.
■Please keep in mind if you are finding the times difficult for food. The Epsom Food pantry is here to help you, please call Priscilla Thompson at 219-3025. You do not have to be a member of the pantry. We are here for our Epsom community. If you cannot get out, we will help arrange for it to be delivered. We are still open on Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m to noon. As always donations are always welcome.
■Happy birthdays to Dianna Parichand, Donna Splendore, Steve DeStefano, Jill Gelinas and Bonita Davis! I hope you will all have the best birthdays!
TERRY RIEL
rielt397@gmail.com
■Do you have a preschool aged child that you are interested in enrolling in a preschool program? If you live in the towns of Pembroke, Allenstown, Chichester or Epsom, your preschooler may be eligible to attend the TLC preschool, half-days for two or three days a week. To register for a screening time , contact Paula Dyrkacz at 485-9000, ext. 4258 or email pdyrkacz @sau53.org. The screenings will be conducted on April 17 at Pembroke Hill School.
■The Pembroke/Chichester Democrats’ candidate forums scheduled for April 1, April 22, and May 20 are postponed due to the current coronavirus crisis. More information on those events will be forthcoming.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
485-3352
taihi@comcast.net
■Veterans, show the people of Pittsfield your pride. Come join the Memorial Day parade on May 30 in Pittsfield. No matter what era you served in or what service you joined or what town you live in; let’s show the whole town how proud we are of our service to this great nation. For further information contact Selectman LeDuc at 470-6942 or 435-8770.
■The Bailey Hotel took on a wee bit of water on March 9, which happened to be O’Bailey’s birthday. The official web cam recorded the Outhouse Plunge at 12:16 p.m. The winner of the contest is Ian Stimmell with a guess of 12:05 p.m. Congratulations Ian, you will receive a check for $500 from the Suncook Valley Rotary Club. Our club wishes to thank everyone who helped and participated in our new winter fundraiser. Stop in and say hi to O’Bailey on July 11 at the Old Home Day Parade and again at Balloon Rally on July 31 to Aug. 2.
■The planning for the PHS All Class Reunion in July 2020 has begun! We are looking for one member from each class to act as the key contact person – to contact their own classmates and inform them about the reunion. Contact Andi Riel at 435-6346 or pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com for more information. Our next meeting is April 20 at 6 p.m. at PMHS Media Center.
■The Pittsfield Historical Society continues to raise funds for the new Museum and Headquarters. A commemorative garden on the museum grounds is being worked on. A “BUY-A-BRICK” project affords an opportunity for people to buy a brick to honor yourself, loved ones past or present or whomever you wish to remember. The bricks will be sold for $100 each and may be engraved with three lines of 18 characters each for a 4×8 brick. Please visit pittsfieldhistory.com for a donation form and instructions. For more information, please call 798-3984.
■Pittsfield Youth Baseball Association is holding a raffle with cash prizes $500 to $1000. PYBA is selling only 1,000 tickets and three of them will be winners of cold, hard cash! PYBA players will be getting their tickets soon to sell. Tickets are $10 each. Drawing will be held on May 17 at 6 p.m. Winner need not be present to win.
■JOANN stores across the country help 4-H clubs receive critical resources to bring more hands-on programs to local youth. This year, through April 30, visit your local JOANN store and purchase a “Pay It Fourward” tear away at register for either $1 or $4 and help to Inspire a Child’s Creativity.
■The Victory Workers 4-H Club will be holding their annual Flower Fundraiser. Hanging baskets and window boxes will be sold; $22 to $25. Orders are due by April 1. Contact your favorite 4-H member/family to purchase some beautiful flowers.
■If you are a 501(c)(3), have you heard about the Globe Community Fund? Established by the former fourth-generation family owners of Globe Manufacturing Company in Pittsfield, the donor-advised fund is administered by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The fund’s purpose is to enhance community wellbeing with a focus on the towns of Pittsfield, Barnstead, Epsom, Northwood, Gilmanton, and Chichester. For more information and an application, email the fund at GlobeCommunityFund@globefiresuits.com
■The Parks & Recreation Commission is planning for the 2020 summer season at the FB Argue Recreation Area, also know as the Town Beach (or Pool). Qualified applicants are being sought for the positions of Director (must be at least 21), Assistant Director, lifeguards and gate keepers. Knowledge of CPR and water safety are basic requirements for all positions. Arrangements can be made for CPR training. Lifeguards will need current lifeguard certification which is available through Swim NH or the YMCA. Applications are available at the Town Hall or online at pittsfieldnh.gov. Deadline for applications is March 27.
■Effective immediately, BCEP transfer station will be accepting residential household trash only (max of four bags per trip) until further notice. During the COVID-19 crisis, the following changes will take place: recyclables will not be collected or processed; construction debris, tires, batteries, propane tanks, electronics, scrap metal, furniture, mattresses/box springs, paint, waste and cooking oil, antifreeze will not be collected; the building will not be open to the general public. All trash drop off will take place under the roof normally used for construction and metal disposal.
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com