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Laconia is a city in Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 16,411 at the 2000 census, which makes it the 9th-largest city in the state. It is the county seat of Belknap County. Laconia, situated near Lake Winnipesaukee, includes the villages of Lakeport and Weirs Beach. Each June for nine days beginning on the Saturday of the weekend before Father's Day and ending on Father's Day, the city hosts Laconia Motorcycle Week, also more simply known as 'bike week', one of the country's largest rallies, and each winter, the Laconia World Championship Sled Dog Derby. Laconia includes a branch of the New Hampshire Community Technical Colleges. A large Abenaki Indian settlement called Acquadocton Village once existed at the point now known as The Weirs, named by colonists for fishing weirs discovered at the outlet of the Winnipesaukee River. Early explorers had hoped to follow the Piscataqua River north to Lake Champlain in search of the great lakes and rivers of Canada mentioned in Indian lore. About 1652, the Endicott surveying party visited the area, an event commemorated by Endicott Rock, a local landmark. A fort would be built at Laconia in 1746. But ongoing hostilities between the English, French, and their respective Native American allies prevented settlement until 1761, after which it remained for many years a part of Meredith and Gilford called Meredith Bridge. Beginning in 1765, lumber and grist mills were established on Mill Street, with taverns built soon thereafter on Parade Street. About 1822, the courthouse was built, which would become county seat at the creation of Belknap County in 1840. In 1832, the Belknap Mill was built to manufacture textiles; largely unaltered, the structure is today a museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Local industry produced lumber, textiles, shoes, hosiery, knitting machinery and needles. But the city's largest employer would be the Laconia Car Company, builder of rail, trolley and subway cars. Started in 1848, it lasted until the 1930s. The railroad entered town in 1849, carrying both freight and an increasing number of summer tourists to popular Weirs Beach. In 1855, Laconia was incorporated as a town from land in Meredith Bridge, Lakeport, Weirs and part of Gilmanton. The name was probably derived from the old Laconia Company, formed by Captain John Mason and the Masonian Proprietors to sell parcels of land during the colonial era. The Great Fire of 1860 destroyed most of Main Street from Mill to Water streets, followed by the Great Lakeport Fire of 1903, a blaze so fierce that fire companies were brought by train from as far away as Dover. Laconia was incorporated as a city in 1893. Laconia is drained by the Winnipesaukee River. It is bounded in the southwest by Winnisquam Lake, and by Lake Winnipesaukee in the northeast. Laconia lies fully within the Merrimack River watershed.

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Overcast and 66 F at Laconia Municipal Automatic Weather Observing, NH Winds are South at 9.2 MPH (8 KT). The pressure http://t.co/gRbzeyfb

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Overcast and 68 F at Laconia Municipal Automatic Weather Observing, NH Winds are from the South at 9.2 gusting to 18.4 http://t.co/gRbzeyfb

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Overcast and 70 F at Laconia Municipal Automatic Weather Observing, NH Winds are Southwest at 8.1 MPH (7 KT). The press http://t.co/gRbzeyfb

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Summit Resort
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Summit Resort, Laconia, United States, is a four season getaway overlooking New Hampshire’s magnificent Lake Winnipesaukee. Ideal for families, the comfortable, spacious suites provide privacy for six with the convenience of a full kitchen and dinin...
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Phillips House and Cottages
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Phillips House and Cottages, Laconia, United States. Our cottages sit on 9 secluded wooded acres with a beautiful Beach Front, nestled on the last cove of Lake Winnisquam. Lake Winnisquam is located in the Lakes Region of NH. We are a short dr...
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Contigiani's Catering
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Contigiani’s Catering Service was established in 1965 in Laconia NH. Our company is dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality products and services available in the industry. We have served business social gatherings, corporate dinn...
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Laconia Country Club
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Laconia Country Club Laconia, United States, is nestled between Lake Opechee and Lake Winnipesaukee's Paugus Bay in the heart of the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. The course offers the perfect combination of beauty and grace just a few miles from downtow...
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Embroidery Plus
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Embroidery Plus! Laconia, United States Since 1987 Embroidery Plus has provided custom embroidered and screen printed casual wear for: Businesses; Teams; Camps; Events; Fire Departments & EMS Services. We also have the privilege of supplyi...
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Christmas Island Resort
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Christmas Island Resort, Laconia, United States. Christmas Island Resort, is a complete family resort built in the late 50's and early 60's and situated on over 1,000 feet of beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee waterfront. Nestled in New Hampshire's ...
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Water Street Cafe
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
The Water Street Cafe in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire provides great food in a comfortable setting. All of us here at the Water Street Cafe Laconia, United States, know that life is busy. We can serve you quickly if you're in a hurry. We can also p...
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Paugus Bay Marina
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Paugus Bay Marina Laconia, United States. Paugus Bay Marina Laconia, is a full service facility. Our service facility is fully equipped with the latest computerized diagnostic tools for all electronic marine fuel injection engines. The parts d...
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Laconia Pet Center
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Laconia Pet Center,- Laconia, United States- "A Truly Unique Pet Shop"!! For over 30 years, Laconia Pet Center has provided safe and reliable pet products and services to pet owners in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Laconia Pet Cente...
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Prescott's Florist & Gardens
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Prescott's Florist & Gardens, Laconia, United States, has been proudly serving Laconia since 1995. We are family owned and operated. We are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and pro...
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Belknap Mill
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Built in 1823, the Belknap Mill, Laconia, United States, is the Official Meetinghouse of New Hampshire. Make your event an historical one by holding it at the Belknap Mill. The Belknap Mill offers the charm of yesteryear with the modern amenities of tod...
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Sawyers Jewelry
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Sawyers Jewelry, Laconia, United States. Sawyers Jewelry is a family-owned jewelry company. As long-time members of the American Gem Society. Sawyers Jewelry, Laconia, have been committed to great service and quality jewelry for over 60...
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The Margate
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to The Margate, Laconia, United States. An amazing resort that is proud of the following amenities: Accommodation set in beautiful surroundings, Dinning facilities, Conference and meetings venue, Fine spa treatments, Water sport facilities and ...
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Mount Washington Cruises
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Mount Washington Cruises, Laconia, United States. During daylight hours, The Mount Washington Cruises,picks up and drops off passengers for two and three hour cruises at five different ports of call around the lake. Enjoy a romantic evening c...
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Barton's Motel
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to the Barton's Motel, Laconia, United States. Barton's Motel is set on five acres of Landscaped grounds with 600 feet of shore line on Lake Winnipesaukee in Laconia New Hampshire. A private sandy beach, outdoor heated pool, and Barbecue area ar...
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Awakenings Espresso Café
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Awakenings Espresso Café Laconia, United States, welcomes people of all ages to enjoy organic, fresh, mountain grown coffees and many specialty beverages. And our friendly staff realize that "It's Not Just About Coffee". It's about fresh ...
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Lakes Region Floral Studio
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Our studio offers unique and playfully innovative designs to the Lakes Region Floral Studio Laconia, United States. We use our relaxed and creative style to personalize every piece. From traditional to contemporary arrangements we take pride in everyth...
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Birch Knoll Motel
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Birch Knoll Motel, Laconia, United States. Overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee in the scenic Lakes Region of New Hampshire, the Birch Knoll Motel The areas excellent dining, tax free shopping and churches are just minutes away. Laconia and Weirs B...
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Southern Accent Designs
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Marcy Yerkes creator of Southern Accent Designs, has made her home in Laconia, for the past 21 years. Holding a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art, a Teaching Certification in Art, and has taken advanced studies at Parson's School of Design for illustration in...
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Black Cat Café
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Black Cat Café, Laconia, United States, home to good cigars, good coffee, and pleasant libations. Black Cat Café offers sandwiches made to order, salads created when you order, homemade soups, lunch and dinner entrees like mom ma...
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Opechee Trading Post
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Opechee Trading Post, Laconia, United States. For more than half a century, the Opechee Trading Post has provided quality materials to fly tyers in the region. We carry a full stock of fly tying vises, tools, feathers, furs, hooks and more. We...
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Bloom's Variety Store
Located in Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States
Welcome to Bloom's Variety Store, Laconia, United States. From safety pins to snow shovels, we've got what you're looking for... Come by and visit with us - Enjoy our aisles and aisles of specialty products you simply won't find anywhere else. Today, th...
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Laconia Athletic & Swim Club
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