The city of Laconia is the seat of Belknap County, New Hampshire. Located between Lake Winnipesaukee and Winnisquam Lake, Laconia includes the unincorporated villages of Lakeport and Weirs Beach. Before Laconia was settled by Europeans, a large Abenaki Indian settlement, known as Acquadocton Village, was there, at a point known as The Weirs. A fort was built there in 1746, but settlement was postponed due to ongoing hostilities between the English, French, and Native American populations. Upon settlement, it became known as Meredith Bridge, and was part of Meredith and Gilford. After 1765, lumber and grist mills were built in the area and, in 1822, the county courthouse was constructed, which would become the seat of newly formed Belknap County in 1840. Laconia was incorporated as a town in 1855, and as a city in 1893. Charles A. Busiel, 45th governor of New Hampshire, was once mayor of Laconia.
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Chartered by the Parish of Blessed Andre Bessette, Pack 68 is associated with the Boy Scouts of America youth organization, meeting at the Holy Trinity School in Laconia, New Hampshire. An overview of the pack, along with leader resources, advancements, and photographs.
http://www.nhpack68.com/
Offering heating oil, kerosene, 24-hour burner service and installation, wood pellet stove sales and service, as well as wood pellet distribution. Directions, contacts, and an overview of its services and service area is put forward.
http://www.laconiaoil.com/
The official website of the New Hampshire city posts news and public notices, meeting agendas and minutes, as well as contact information for its administrative and departmental offices, online payments dog and business licenses, water bills, and event registrations.
http://www.cityoflaconianh.org/
Published Tuesday through Saturday, the newspaper is distributed free to Laconia and several of the surrounding communities. Its online edition features news, community events, sports, obituaries, opinion and a guide to local restaurants, churches, and recreational opportunities.
http://www.laconiadailysun.com/
