December 4, 2025
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Guilford Vol. XXVIII Iss. 49
Department Eyes Improvements at Bittner Park By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer
Bittner Park in Guilford boasts numerous recreational assets for various forms of play. But the range of activities regularly occurring in the back part of the facility is keeping the Parks and Recreation Department interested in some necessary improvements for their users.
Department head Pamela Gery said the back area of Bittner is “so busy now with the permanent pickleball courts and our basketball court,” along with the skate park, and the woodland trails and disc golf area. However, there are concerns about the 60,000 square feet of unpaved gravel parking lot leading up to the courts, where numerous potholes can be found. To fix this, Gery said “the town has
approved the budget for getting it repaved” with a goal to go out for a bid this winter and “look to get it done in the spring” of 2026. “It’ll be a very nice improvement for the people,” said Gery. The back parking lot will be funded with capital monies, she said, and be paved with a “fresh coat of asphalt up to the courts.” The See Department Eyes page 6
Taking the Field Members of the Guilford football team take the field for the annual Thanksgiving game against Hand High on Thursday, Nov. 27. Guilford lost 41-3 but gained a spot in the playoffs nonetheless. Story on Page 19
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/ The Courier
Rich Benoit will be playing the baritone at the upcoming performance of Tuba Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 6 in Clinton.............................2
Staying Competitive Despite a Thanksgiving week loss, the Guilford football team finished with an 8-2 regular season..........19
Holiday Cookie Recipes Check out the recipes for several different types of shortbread cookies for the holiday season.................23
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