Forum: General Discussion
Yesterday, 08:01 AM
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My Breezeline promotion expired, so I called...
My Breezeline promotion expired, so I called Breezeline for another. They do not extend promotions. I switched to Xfinity to save money using their current promotion. If you use their 'local channels...
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Forum: General Discussion
10-10-2024, 06:17 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 10,136
Nice Video
My job relocated me to many places in the US. But there is no place as special as the Lakes Region. Winnipesaukee has been my home since the 50s. In the late 90s, I moved to Winnisquam because of...
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Forum: Weather
10-07-2024, 04:56 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 9,423
Florida not good.
One of the NH snowbirds completely renovated his home in Venice with 'hurricane' windows and doors. Only to find out 2 years ago they got blown out! A complete waste of money! Right now, he and my...
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Forum: Boating
10-07-2024, 04:46 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 11,201
They should continue the inspection.
I...
They should continue the inspection.
I remember when the state would pour dye in shorefront property owners' toilets and check for leakage into the lake a few days later. They should do that on...
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Forum: General Discussion
10-04-2024, 06:42 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,971
Other lakes in the Lakes Region
Other lakes in the Lakes Region also play a critical role in keeping Winnipesaukee healthy. I suggest a Lakes Region Alliance and invite other lake associations to join under one umbrella. Avoid...
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Forum: Automotive
09-29-2024, 07:37 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 6,824
Longroof Rally
The annual Longroof Rally occurs every year on Columbus Day Weekend. It is open to all wagons and not SUVs. Examples are allroad, Avanti, Estate, Sportbacks etc. Yes, an Outback is classified as a...
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Forum: General Discussion
09-27-2024, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 18,523
Tcpoptimizer
Have you tried Tcpoptimizer? I used it to speed up Windows wifi speed. I switch to optimal and change the internet speed to maximum. I notice an increase using OOKLA.
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Forum: Home, Cottage or Land Maintenance
09-05-2024, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,770
A decade ago, the PT lumber at Lowes was not...
A decade ago, the PT lumber at Lowes was not environmentally friendly. Not sure now. Gilford Home Center had the right ones.
We used to get hemlock or Western Red Ceder at Bartlett's, but they...
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Forum: Boating
09-05-2024, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,542
Fantastic two days!
We did a clockwise loop to all ports of call Tuesday and counterclockwise Wednesday! Fantastic weather and little wind. There are a few boneheads but easy to steer clear!
Today will be a leisure...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
09-02-2024, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 19,168
Tuckers
I tried Tuckers in Andover. Breakfast was delicious! So if you are in the Andover area. Check it out!
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Forum: General Discussion
09-01-2024, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 18,523
ONT articles
Interesting read.
Technically, I don't need a modem. Yet the Xfifnity installer says I am required to have a cable modem even though there is an ONT in a box at the corner of the street. The...
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Forum: General Discussion
08-30-2024, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 72
Views: 18,523
Ont
When I switched to Xfinity the ONT is in a dark green box on the corner of the street. They buried cable wire from the ONT box to a light beige box connected to the house. From that box, a wire ran...
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Forum: General Discussion
08-29-2024, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 72
Views: 18,523
Laconia area
Right now, there are two cable providers: Breezeline and Xfinity. Breezeline has old equipment problems, but once a customer complains, they manage to repair the service.
In Laconia, to do...
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Forum: General Discussion
08-15-2024, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,404
2024 NH Trespassing changes
Trespassing changes
Starting Jan. 1, property owners who are receiving a “current use” tax credit will be allowed to post specific anti-trespassing signs that some Republicans say will help curb...
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Forum: General Discussion
08-11-2024, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 8,755
I snitched on a few of my McMansion neighbors....
I snitched on a few of my McMansion neighbors. Nothing became of it. Maybe law enforcement should do their job. Better yet, go after the landscapers instead of the landowners. Oh, wait! Some of the...
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Forum: General Discussion
07-31-2024, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,655
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Forum: Weather
07-29-2024, 06:05 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,312
IH Scout
I had a scout for years until I could no longer pass inspection due to rust. I still say it's the best SUV made! A close second was the Bronco II until that sadly rotted.
I did a lot of...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
07-29-2024, 05:47 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,913
The Traveling Texas Smoke Shop
Every Father's Day for the past decade or so. The family always does a take-out and brings the meat to the beach for a cookout. A Family favorite and cannot be happier! You call in advance and they...
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Forum: General Discussion
07-29-2024, 05:36 AM
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Replies: 81
Views: 25,404
Public Beaches
Opechee Park in Laconia has two beaches on Opechee, both destroyed by the geese. Beaches are close due to how fecal bacteria counts. Time to kill the geese by killing the eggs!
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Forum: Boating
07-29-2024, 05:28 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,503
Radio Chatter
Appears to be 3 occupants in a boat taking in water. All are rescued and OK.
Someone took a murky picture of the boat on FB. Looks like a small BR.
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Forum: Boating
07-22-2024, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 22,753
Turbos and premium in boats
Turbos require top-tier gas to prevent carbon buildup. Premium to prevent knocking although modern ECUs retard timing when they notice knocking. You can get away with it if you don't kick in the...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
07-17-2024, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,600
T-Bones
On occasion, T-Bones will have a special NE boiled dinner. It is delicious!
I think Patrick's Pub has boiled dinner on their menu.
I miss Schooner / Avery's restaurant. It is right next to the...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
07-08-2024, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 32,211
Lakeside
There is a small restaurant across the road from Gilford Walmart. Lakeside I believe, has been consistent value since opening several years ago. The menu contains mostly 'comfort' food but excellent...
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Forum: General Discussion
07-06-2024, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 7,172
Gunstock road course
It's probably a lot of fun for flatlanders. The course was very tame. I did it after hours on my allroad. For a real adventure, there is a 4X4 park in Ossipee.
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Forum: General Discussion
07-04-2024, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 7,276
And one pontoon captain says 'his hand slipped'...
And one pontoon captain says 'his hand slipped' after ramming my boat. 'Sorry about that' and ran off with a barge load of people ignoring the incident. Luckily he hit the rubrail and there was no...
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