Paul Lohnes, a principal in Freeport-based Maine Course Hospitality Group, (MCHG) and a group of investors, have begun construction on a 75 unit TownePlace Suites by Marriott. The new hotel will be located in Gilford Common at the intersection of Rtes. 3 & 11A. Groundbreaking ceremonies were held at the site on July 9 and an early summer 2009 opening is expected. Shown (from left) are: Paul Lohnes, MCHG; Mark Woglom, Opechee Construction; Theresa Lamson, Lakes Region Chamber; Sonya Deros, NH Lodging & Restaurant Assn.; Jonathan Gould, Northway Bank; and Sean Riley, MCHG.