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Pets head to the polls for Election Day 2024: See photos
November 5, 2024
“A dog wearing a US flag tie walks around as the residents of Dixville Notch cast their ballots in the US election at midnight in the living room of the Tillotson House at the Balsams Grand Resort, marking the first votes in the US election, in Dixville Notch, New Hampshire on Nov. 5, 2024. The six people voting in Dixville Notch, four Republican and two undeclared, kick off Election Day at the stroke of midnight…..”
Voters face stark choice between Harris and Trump
November 5, 2024
“There was one early harbinger from the New Hampshire hamlet of Dixville Notch, which by tradition votes after midnight on Election Day. Dixville Notch split between Trump and Harris, with three votes for each….”
Small New Hampshire town kicks off US Election Day with its traditional midnight vote
November 5, 2024
“Just after midnight, the town’s six registered voters gathered in the Tillotson Room at the Balsams Resort to cast the nation’s first ballots on Election Day, continuing a 60-year tradition of being among the earliest to vote…”
Trump and Harris tie in New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation midnight vote
November 5, 2024
“DIXVILLE NOTCH, NEW HAMPSHIRE – In a 64-year-old tradition, the six residents of Dixville Notch gathered Monday night just miles south of the Canadian border – well outnumbered by reporters and observers from across the state and even globe, with some traveling from as far as Hong Kong. Coffee in hand, spectators, planners, and the voters were buzzing with excitement, as golden retriever named Max and goldendoodle named Lucy bounced around looking for pets and snacks throughout the evening…”
Read the article which first appeared in the Washington Examiner from The Gazette here »
WGME Reports Les Otten inducted into U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame
April 12, 2024
“Congratulations to Mainer and former Red Sox minority owner Les Otten who was recently inducted into the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame!
As many Mainers know, Les is a giant in the winter sports industry having pioneered “learn to ski” programs and the adoption of parabolic skis as well.
He currently owns the Balsams in Dixville, New Hampshire and prior to that owned Sunday River here in Maine, along with a handful of other ski resorts.”
Otten inducted into U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame
April 10, 2024
Appearing in the Conway Daily Sun
“DIXVILLE – The Balsams Resort’s owner and lead developer, Leslie ‘Les’ Otten, has been inducted to the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame for his ‘profound impact on the entire industry as an innovator and visionary.’
Otten’s current vision is to restore and expand The Balsams Resort in Dixville, New Hampshire. The redevelopment proposal includes reconstructing the historic Dix House, and renovating the historic Hampshire and Hale Houses, as well as the acclaimed Panorama golf course and clubhouse designed by pioneering golf course architect Donald Ross…”
WCSH Highlights Les Otten Induction to US Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame
April 9, 2024
WCSH Channel 6 did a morning segment highlighting Les Otten’s recent induction to the US Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame and you can watch it here.
Ridgeline: Revisiting the creation of The Canyons
April 2, 2024
“As the Saddleback Express left its terminal at Red Pine base, my skiing partner extended his hand to the snowboarder who had joined us from the singles line for the ride to the top.
“Hi, I’m Les,” he said to the rider, engaging his new friend Keegan in friendly banter as we soared above snow-covered pines with the sun wisping in and out of the heavens above. He never let on that 27 years ago he built the place!
When skiing with Les Otten, several points quickly stand out. First, the sport is deeply ingrained in his family, with a collection of kids and grandkids in tow. Second, he simply loves skiing — always has. And he takes every opportunity to share it with others.”
THE BALSAMS RESORT’S LES OTTEN INDUCTED TO U.S. SKI AND SNOWBOARD HALL OF FAME
March 23, 2024
Dixville, NH – The Balsams Resort’s owner and lead developer, Leslie “Les” Otten, has been inducted to the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame for his, “…profound impact on the entire industry as an innovator and visionary.”
“The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame is home to the individuals that shaped our industry. Les Otten is a titan in the winter sports industry. He has resorts experience pumping through his veins. He is a wealth of knowledge and completely committed to this day to build resorts where family and friends can build a lifetime of memories, adventure and fun,” said Justin Koski, executive director of the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame.
LES OTTEN ON THE HISTORY AND REVIVAL OF AN ICONIC NEW HAMPSHIRE RESORT
January 24, 2024
Hear Les Otten visit with Dan Egan about the rich history at The Balsams, skiing stories from past days, and the expansive potential for this iconic and legendary resort nestled at the top of the White mountains.
Listen to the full episode from 603 Podcast with Dan Egan here.