Attorney Chris Boldt has been asked to participate in a panel discussion on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in Koontz v. St. John’s River Water Management District. This decision addresses certain constitutional challenges to conditions of approval for the land use permits involved in the case. The Conference is scheduled for Thursday and Friday, September 19th and 20th at Church’s Landing in Meredith, NH.; and this panel discussion is slated for the Friday luncheon starting at 12:15 p.m. For more information and on-line registration, please go to http://www.nnecapa.org.
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DTC Donates to K-Ready Kids
K-Ready Kids is in its second year running. DTC has made its donation to help keep this program strong and continuing throughout the years.
K-Ready Kids is a program run by The United Way of the Greater Seacoast. Local companies participated in a drive to collect and/or purchase literacy items including books, scissors, crayons and other supplies to stuff back packs for children going into kindergarten in September. Over 45 child care centers received backpacks to prepare the children and parents entering kindergarten.
To learn more about the K-Ready Kids program visit http://www.uwgs.org/kreadykids/
DTC Honored by Workforce Housing Coalition
DTC was recognized as a “Community Builder” by the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast.
The honor recognizes local businesses that go above and beyond to support the agency’s mission and the development of work-force housing in the greater Seacoast region. Since the firm was formed in 1985, DTC lawyers have had a involvement with the New Hampshire communities where they represent individual clients and developers, and multiple municipalities throughout the state.
“It is readily apparent, especially in the New Hampshire Seacoast, that there is a significant need for housing that is affordable and in reasonable proximity to the centers of employment,” said Michael Donahue, a DTC founding partner. “The WHC has a well-earned reputation for providing education and information, forums for stakeholders, and the impetus to address this significant economic and social issue to the benefit of our communities and our citizens.” Read more of the Seacoastonline.com article.
DTC to Participate in Exeter Area Lions Club Walkathon to Benefit Steve Shope
DTC team members will be participating in the Exeter Area Lions Club Walkathon on Thursday, August 22, 2013 to benefit the Steve Shope Trail to Recovery Fund. Steve Shope is a Newfields, NH resident, local small-business owner, volunteer firefighter, town official and mountain biking enthusiast. Steve was hurt on April 26th while mountain biking, incurring a severe injury to his cervical vertebrae and spinal cord. Family, friends, and the local community have rallied in support of the Shope family, including the formation of the Trail to Recovery fund. All proceeds from the Walkathon will be going to the Steve Shope Trail to Recovery Fund to help Steve and his family with the expenses related to making his home handicap accessible and ongoing care. If you would like to learn more about Steve Shope’s story or make a donation click here www.trailtorecovery.com.
Shakespeare Returns to the White Mountains
Attorney Chris Boldt will play “King Eddie”, in Advice to the Players’ comical production of the melodrama The Bunch-backed Toad based Shakespeare’s immortal classic Richard the Third. This performance will be part of an evening of Shakespearean delight called “Midsummer Mirth: A Shakespeare Comedy Cabaret,” which will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the Sandwich Town Hall on July 26th and 27th and August 2nd and 3rd. Additionally, Chris’ wife, Carolyn, will return to her role as Costumier to the Company’s production of Much Ado About Nothing, which will take the stage at the Sandwich Fair Grounds outdoor theatre at 2 p.m. on August 9th to 11th and 15th to 18th, with one show at Sandwich Town Hall at 7:30 p.m. on August 13th. Advice to the Players is a non-profit Shakespearean theater company in Sandwich, NH bringing Shakespeare’s brilliance to the White Mountains of New Hampshire. For more information and on-line ticket reservations, please go http://artstamworth.org/category/advicetotheplayersdotorg.
Holy Smokes! Chris Boldt Brings his BBQ Talents to Bear for Fundraiser
Attorney Chris Boldt brings his barbecue talents to bear for a fundraiser for St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Tamworth, NH on July 26th at 6:30 p.m. The Church is putting on a Backyard Barbecue Bash featuring Chris’ slow smoked pulled pork coupled with baked beans, coleslaw, pasta salad and dessert. Music is provided by the Caravan Band, a local Folk and Celtic Music group. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children under 16 and are available through the Church located at 678 Whittier Hwy (old Route 25) in Tamworth or by calling 603-986-0232. Half of all proceeds will go to other local, regional and international charities, including Tamworth Caregivers, the NH Community Loan Fund, and Episcopal Relief and Development.
Jessica Ecker Volunteers for Seacoast Kiwanis at Strawberry Festival
On Saturday, June 29, under hot sunny skies, Attorney Jessica Ecker volunteered her time to the Seacoast Kiwanis Duck Pluck Booth at the Strawberry Festival in South Berwick, Maine. Proceeds from the Duck Pluck game, very popular with the children in attendance, go towards scholarship programs and other charities in the Seacoast focusing on children. For more information on Seacoast Kiwanis visit their website at www.seacoastkiwanis.com.
Attorney Rob Ciandella Participates in the Lawyer in School Program
Attorney Rob Ciandella presented the Lawyer in School program to students at the Maude H. Trefethen Elementary School in New Castle on June 12. Rob has been presenting the program at the School for over 20 years since his children attended the school. Rob presented 3 seperate programs to children from grades 1 through 6.
DTC Presents “5 Easy Steps to Protect Your Business and You from Liability”
DTC attorneys, Justin Pasay and Beth MacDonald will be presenting “5 Easy Steps to Protect Your Business and You from Liability” on July 18, 2013 from 11:30 to 1:00 at the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Lunch & Learn Series. To register for the Lunch & Learn please e-mail Gretchen Hayes at ghayes@dtclawyers.com. For more information on our business practice group please click here. For more information on the Chamber’s Lunch & Learn Series please visit their website at www.exeterarea.org.
DTC Sponsors Green Mountain Wireless Open to Benefit The Jimmy Fund
Bob Derosier, Ed Young of D.B. Warlick & Co, Rob Ciandella and Chris Hilson particpate in Green Mountain Wireless Open
On June 10, Rob Ciandella, Bob Derosier and Chris Hilson participated in the 8th Annual Green Moutain Wireless Open at Lake Winnipasaukee County Club. Now an annual event, the Wireless Open was started to honor the memory of Vice President, Catherine Drouin’s father, Wallace E. Andreson, Jr. and mother, Renee Andreson. To date, Green Mountain has raised over $161,533 for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute! DTC applauds Green Mountain Communications’ support of The Jimmy Fund and the money they raise to to help give cancer patients the best, most compassionate care today, while finding cures for tomorrow. DTC is proud to be a sponsor of this special event!