DIXVILLE — Sometimes, seeing something makes it easier to understand and in the case of the Balsams Resort development proposals, it’s the best way.
The Coos County Planning Board held a publicly advertised or posted meeting at the Balsams property on Sept. 18, on a late afternoon that was neither too warm nor cool to see the historic site, existing buildings and golf course.
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