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LATROBE, PA – One hundred-four students were awarded bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees by Archabbot Douglas R. Nowicki, O.S.B., chancellor, and Father Paul R. Taylor, O.S.B., president, in a traditional public ceremony which recognized the completion of their degree studies at the 15th annual December commencement ceremony of Saint Vincent College on Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Robert S. Carey Student Center.
Graduates were presented by Dr. John J. Smetanka, vice president for academic affairs and academic dean, while Paul Siefken, president, and CEO of Fred Rogers Productions was the principal speaker. Benediction was given by Father Killian Loch, O.S.B., Director of Campus Ministry.
Graduates are grouped below according to hometown and zip code. The degree awarded and the major area of study follows each name.
PENNSYLVANIA
ACME (15610)
– John William Kip Lindstrom, M.S., Criminology
– Skylar Anne Piper, B.A., Criminology, Law and Society
ALTOONA (16601)
– Joshua Daniel Allender, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
BEDFORD (15522)
– Alyssa Jane Turkovich, B.S., Integrated Science
BELLE VERNON (15012)
– Aubrey Ann Cintron, B.A., Communication, Summa Cum Laude
– Lindsey Ann Izzo, B.A., Mathematics/Engineering, Magna Cum Laude
BELLEFONTE (16823)
– Sierra Jane Nagel, B.A., Studio Arts
BETHEL PARK (15102)
– Kelly Nicole Kramer, B.A., Mathematics/Engineering
BLAIRSVILLE (15717)
– Zachary Taylor Kriley, B.S., Computing and Information Science
BOVARD (15619)
– Cody James Henry, B.A., Sociology
BRADDOCK (15104)
– Haley Marie Tougher, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
CARMICHAELS (15320)
– Stephanie Faye Mitchell, B.S., Early Childhood Education
CHAMBERSBURG (17202)
– Brock Lyndon Martin, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
CLYMER (15728)
– Roman Joseph Tate, M.S., Criminology
CONNELLSVILLE (15425)
– Michael Joseph Gismondi, B.A., History, Magna Cum Laude
– Rebecca Grace Guie, M.S., Criminology
DERRY (15627)
– Jacob Patrick Antolik, B.S., Psychology
– Chelsea Marie Dominick, M.S., Management: Operational Excellence
– Stephanie Jean Kline, M.S., Curriculum and Instruction
EAST MCKEESPORT (15035)
– Parker Michael Janosko, B.A., Criminology, Law and Society
ERIE (16509)
– Elspeth Grace Mizner, B.A., Communication, Magna Cum Laude, College Scholar of the
Honors Program
FINLEYVILLE (15332)
– Sara Kathryn Passarella, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
FORD CITY (16226)
– Christina Marie Davis, B.S., Marketing, Magna Cum Laude
FRANKLIN (16323)
– Mara Rae Benvenuti, M.S., Counselor Education
GREENSBURG (15601)
– Devin Matthew Anderson, B.A., Sociology
– Jeffrey Nathaniel Beltz, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Dakota Clinton Bradley, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Joseph Michael Brun, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Robert William Goodfellow, M.S., Criminology
– Ira Kosta, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Michaela Raquel O’Connor, B.S., Marketing
– Blaise Alessio Venturini, B.A., Liberal Arts
– Troy Ramon Wade, B.S., Information Technology, Cum Laude, College Scholar of the Honors
Program
– Nicole MacKenzie Worsham, B.S., Marketing
INDUSTRY (15052)
– Tiffany Dawn Bartoles, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
IRWIN (15642)
– Larissa Nicole Bistarkey, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Ryan Henry Fasnacht, B.S., Psychology
JEANNETTE (15644)
– Jonah Andrew Yunker, B.S., Integrated Science
– Anthony Charles Mash, B.A., Mathematics/Engineering, Cum Laude
JOHNSTOWN (15905)
– Courtney Dawn Lohr, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist, College Scholar of the Honors
Program
LATROBE (15650)
– Jonathan Matthew Adzema, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Brandyn Robert Behnke, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Nathan Stanford Call, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Rachel Alicen Conrad, M.S., Curriculum and Instruction
– Paige Elizabeth Forrai, B.S., Marketing
– Joshua John Gordon, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Anthony Charles Greece, M.S., School Administration
– Miranda Kay Jackson, M.S., Criminology
– Shelby Marie Noel, M.S., Criminology
– Jaron Kirk Polatis, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Alec Parker Soich, B.S., Computing and Information Science
– Sarah Lynn Stewart, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Trevor Lewis Swedeen, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
– Mason Gerard Wheeler III, B.S., Environmental Science
LIGONIER (15658)
– Paisley Jane Adams, B.A., Art Education
MONROEVILLE (15146)
– Sarah Elizabeth Sheldon, B.A., Mathematics/Engineering, Magna Cum Laude
NATRONA HEIGHTS (15065)
– Christian H. Crowley, B.A., English
NEW KENSINGTON (15068)
– Philip Michael Montalbano, B.S., Finance
NORTH HUNTINGDON (15642)
– Gavin Jeffrey Watters, B.S., Management
OAKMONT (15139)
– Bethany Marie Giancola, B.A., Philosophy, Magna Cum Laude
PEN ARGYL (18072)
– Samantha Marie Firestone, M.S., Instructional Design and Technology
PENN (15675)
– Shannon Michelle Satira, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
PERRYOPOLIS (15473)
– Caitlin Emerald Jacobs, B.S., Psychology
PITTSBURGH
(15206)
– Alexander James Hahn, B.S., Accounting
(15207)
– Cleona Denise Helton, B.A., Communication
(15228)
– Eric Michael Sweeney, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
(15232)
– Sara Lynn Felden, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
(15239)
– Samantha Ayres, M.S., Counselor Education
RUFFS DALE (15679)
– Gregg Thomas Norton, M.S., Criminology, Cum Laude
SCOTTDALE (15683)
– Amanda R. Pierce, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
SEWICKLEY (15143)
– Colton Lee Selvidge, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
SMOCK (15480)
– Yvonne Marie Rafter, D.N.A.P., Nurse Anesthesia Practice
TRAFFORD (15085)
– Mark Steven Pernick, B.S., Computing and Information Science
UNITED (15689)
– Greg L. Holzer, B.S., Finance
WHITE (15490)
– Sara Elizabeth Norton, B.A., Mathematics/Engineering
WHITE OAK (15131)
– Michelle Catherine Cerasuolo, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
WHITNEY (15693)
– Thomas LaMar Mouritsen, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
YOUNGWOOD (15697)
– Jared James Crossland, M.S., School Administration
ARIZONA
CAVE CREEK (85331)
– Locke D. Lewandosky, B.S., Bioinformatics
FLORIDA
HOLLYWOOD (33029)
– Damien Noah Charles, B.A., Communication
LEESBURG (34788)
– Coy Joeseph Patterson Jr., M.S., Criminology
MARYLAND
BERLIN (21811)
– Renee Louise Wood, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
CHARLOTTE HALL (20622)
– William Robert Cook, B.A., Communication
CUMBERLAND (21502)
– Jacqueline Candace Cross, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
FREDERICK (21703)
– Michael Joseph Grus, M.S., Management: Operational Excellence
GAITHERSBURG (20877)
– Ariel Aldair Martinez, B.A., Liberal Arts
(20878)
– Faith Amanda Brake, B.S., Psychology, Summa Cum Laude
GLEN BURNIE (21061)
– Samantha Regina Kenjorski, B.S., Marketing, Cum Laude
HAGERSTOWN (21742)
– Kelsie Grace Linden, B.S., Marketing
HOLLYWOOD (20636)
– Gregory Andrew Bizup, B.S., Environmental Science
LAUREL (20723)
– Alyssa Rose Salter, B.S., Management, Magna Cum Laude
MICHIGAN
HARRISON TOWNSHIP (48045)
– Kenicia DeAnna Adams-Strong, D.N.A.P., Nurse Anesthesia Practice
NEW HAMPSHIRE
BARRINGTON (03825)
– Zachary George Wood, B.A., Biology
NEW JERSEY
LEONARDO (07737)
– David Herbert Osborn IV, B.S., Computing and Information Science
MORRISTOWN (07960)
– Shane Patrick Tierney, B.S., Information Technology
NEWARK (07105)
– Jason Peter Hutchins, B.A., Communication
NEW YORK
STATEN ISLAND (10308)
– Margarita Maimur, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
SOUTH CAROLINA
MYRTLE BEACH (29579)
– Christian Sue Jefferies, D.N.A.P., Nurse Anesthesia Practice
WASHINGTON, D.C. (20017)
– Jhanard L. Dorsett, B.A., Communication
WEST VIRGINIA
MORGANTOWN (26501)
– Jancis Anne Hanna, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
(26508)
– Christina Maria Maust, M.S., Health Science Nurse Anesthetist
NEW CREEK (26743)
– Kellon Sean Smith, D.N.A.P., Nurse Anesthesia Practice
CHINA
CHENGHUA DISTRICT CHENGDU
– Ning You Ru Hong, B.A., Graphic Design
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Did you know that according to Part 2, Article 6 of the New Hampshire Constitution:
“... there shall be a valuation of the estates within the state taken anew once in every five years, at least, and as much oftener as the general court shall order”
This basically is an article built-in to protect the property owners of New Hampshire. That means at least every 5 years the party responsible for assessing taxes (in this case the Town of Barrington’s Assessing Office) is legally required to reassess the properties in the town.
Many people are concerned with a property reassessment because they feel the value of their properties will most likely increase. However, this year our tax rate decreased, which may actually result in a tax decrease for some people. The property tax is calculated in the following manner:
This year’s (2019) tax rate is the lowest in 6 years. The valuation of the town, however, has increased by almost 10% compared to last year. The average single homes have increased an average of 12%. The valuations are a reflection of the current real estate market. More affordable properties are in higher demand, which increased sales prices and resulted in higher fair market value. This may result in a property tax increase for some people. However, their homes are worth more on the current market. Our town’s property tax rate is comprised of several different elements, as seen on the town website:
If there is a problem with the assessment that was made, the property owner can follow the normal abatement and appeal process by contacting the Assessment office in town. There are Property Tax Exemptions, Credits and other property tax reductions available in the Town of Barrington:
· Current Use (for parcels larger than 10 acres)
· All Veteran’s Credit ($450)
· Surviving Spouse Credit ($2,000)
· Service-Connected Total Disability Credit ($2,000)
· Elderly Exemption ($85,000-$161,500 depending on age)
o Income Limit
§ Single $30,000
§ Married $50,000
o Asset Limit (does not include residence)
§ Single/Married $125,000
· Disabled Exemption ($50,000)
o Income Limit
§ Single $30,000
§ Married $50,000
o Asset Limit (does not include residence)
§ Single/Married $75,000
· Blind Exemption ($15,000)
· Solar Exemption ($5,000)
How do I find out the current valuation of my home?
https://www.axisgis.com/BarringtonNH/
Online Property Tax Calculator*
Based on your property’s valuation, the tax calculator figures out an estimate for you. Please note, the tax bill insert shows a lower rate ($22.67) than the online calculator is using ($24.78).
https://www.barrington.nh.gov/assessing-office/pages/online-property-tax-worksheet
More about Property Tax Assessments https://www.barrington.nh.gov/sites/barringtonnh/files/uploads/dra_present_assessing_101_web.pdf
What our last Tax Bill Insert Said:
https://www.barrington.nh.gov/sites/barringtonnh/files/uploads/2019_tax_bill_insert_-_191105.pdf
2019 Revaluation FAQ https://www.barrington.nh.gov/sites/barringtonnh/files/uploads/revalfaq.pdf
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DURHAM, N.H.—More than 20% of potential voters in the 2020 New Hampshire primary were either not old enough to vote in 2016 or resided somewhere other than New Hampshire, according to new research released by the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire. In fact, the Granite State’s population is among the most mobile in the nation.
“This migration, coupled with the natural change in the population as young voters come of age and older generations of voters pass from the scene, has produced considerable turnover in the voting population,” the researchers said. “Together, the migrants and those turning 18 in the past four years represent 230,000 potential new voters or about 20% of those eligible to vote in 2020.”
The researchers also found that young voters are more likely to have a liberal ideology than migrants or established voters; nearly 34% of young voters classify themselves as liberal compared to 28% of migrants and 26% of established voters.
“Candidates campaigning in New Hampshire as well as political commentators should be careful about characterizing New Hampshire based solely on what happened in past primaries,” they said. “More than 20% of the voters eligible to cast ballots in 2020 could not have participated in the 2016 primary and roughly half of the current electorate could not have voted in 2008. These demographic changes have significant implications for the upcoming presidential primary and subsequent November election.”
The research was conducted by Kenneth Johnson, the senior demographer at the Carsey School and professor of sociology; Dante Scala, professor of political science and Carsey fellow; and Andrew Smith, director of the UNH Survey Center and professor of practice in political science.
The Carsey School of Public Policy is nationally recognized for research, policy education and bringing people together for thoughtful dialogue to address important societal challenges. The school develops and facilitates innovative, responsive and equitable solutions at all levels of government and in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors.
The University of New Hampshire inspires innovation and transforms lives in our state, nation, and world. More than 16,000 students from all 50 states and 71 countries engage with an award-winning faculty in top-ranked programs in business, engineering, law, health and human services, liberal arts and the sciences across more than 200 programs of study. As one of the nation’s highest-performing research universities, UNH partners with NASA, NOAA, NSF and NIH, and receives more than $110 million in competitive external funding every year to further explore and define the frontiers of land, sea, and space.
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For many of us, part of the holiday fun equals shopping local, but where in Barrington should you go to cross those special people off of your list? We took a quick tour around Barrington and came up with 12 places to shop to fill the needs of the loved ones on your list this year.
For the Martha Stewarts in your life try Elfmade. Located on Route 9 right next to Calef’s Country Store, this twisty, windy store is comprised of nooks and crannies filled with candles, potpourri, country décor, Christmas lights and other unique gifts and items.
If they love everything and anything Christmas you have got to go to The Christmas Dove. This two-story shop is full of ornaments, nutcrackers, trains, nostalgic toys, and other Christmas oriented items. Take your time to wander through, every little room is full of surprises. Make sure to visit the second floor, the train displays are awesome!
For the Movie Buff, we recommend Barnz’s Cinema. Buy your favorite movie addict a gift certificate for Barnz’s… They have new chairs, smaller – cozy viewing rooms, and very rarely a big crowd. With great snack options, First Rate, First Run movies, there’s no one better than Barnz's to bring Tinseltown to our town.
For the Outdoorsman in your life hunt for sales at The Village Barn. With cozy country décor items, and Carhartt goods as well as winter hats, socks, mittens and gloves, you are sure to find something for just about anyone on your list.
If they are “Pawsitively” a Pet Lover trot to The Pet Connection: This recently relocated discount pet store is just full of items for your cats, dogs, and other four-legged friends!
For the Nostalgia Lover in your life go to Calef’s Country Store. Filled with jam’s, jellies, penny candy, nostalgic toys, community information, this family-run store just celebrated its 150th anniversary. It also offers a fantastic deli with its famous Rat Trap Cheese for the foodies in your life.
If your loved one is into giving back or recycled items visit Journey Home Thrift Store. This non-profit store offers gently used items and accepts donations daily. All proceeds are donated to various New Hampshire Hospice Organizations. With clothes, kitchen items, books, games, and home décor you can find a regifting treasure.
To the little ballerina in your life, The Joy of Dance gives a gift that keeps on giving. Register your loved one for dance lessons and that gift certificate will help your child grow in confidence and grace.
To the active ninja’s in your life learning self-confidence, leadership and martial arts at Quest Martial Arts can be an awesome on-going year-round gift. You can drop in, or purchase the course online!
For the Foodies around you, George Calef’s Fine Foods has an amazing deli, lots of local gifts, a butcher counter and local baked goods. Purchase an item, or a gift card, either way, it’s worth a stop inside.
For that special person in your life who needs a Spa day, Bellaviso Salon and Spa have hair and spa services, including massage, mani-pedi’s, facials and makeup application. Stop in to buy a gift certificate, and your bases are covered! And if a great men’s cut is more your loved one’s style, Hodgy’s Barbershop on route 125 is an awesome place to stop.
For the one with discriminating taste in Home Décor and Custom Furniture Hubbingtons is the place to find that special piece of legacy furniture or accent pieces to round out their interior design. Plan on spending some time at this awesome store, there is plenty to see here.
We have more places to stop, sit, chat and shop in the cozy town of Barrington – enjoy your time out and about, and crossing people off of that shopping list!
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