Molly the Trolley
“Molly” looks much like a trolley car from the late 19th century only freed from tracks and cables, with open air seating in the back when the weather is nice, and enclosed, clear side-curtains, a door and heat when it is cold and rainy. Her oak seats, brass rails and etched windows are reminiscent of earlier days when the ring of the trolley bell urged people to hurry to catch their ride.
Built by Molly Corporation in Wells, Maine, Molly’s red and green superstructure, constructed primarily of stainless steel, aluminum, and oak sit on a motor home chassis powered with a Ford V-10 engine. She has seating for up to 30 passengers.
“Molly” has been introducing visitors to Wolfeboro since 1987 with narrated Hop On/Hop Off Tours and Special Excursions, a job she and her experienced drivers relish. She also provides fun, festive transportation for Private Charters from May through November.
Our Team
The Wolfeboro Trolley Company, Inc was established in 1987. Owner Kathy Fairman is one of several veteran trolley drivers who return each year to share Wolfeboro’s “story” with new and returning riders and provide festive and safe transportation for many private events, including dozens of weddings every year.
Who are they?
Sandy MacMartin
Trolley Driver
“It’s the best summer job ever!” As director of Lakeside Academy during the school year, Sandy has her summers off, and has spent the last 12 of those driving Molly the Trolley. “It’s just so different from teaching; a real break. You meet all sorts of people. I love making them happy and showing them our town. Driving weddings is so great. These people are here to have the time of their lives and we help make these very special days go just a bit more smoothly.”
Rich Vigliotti
Trolley Driver
Driving Molly the Trolley is all about the people to Richard Vigliotti.
Whether it’s a tour of Wolfeboro, a special event like a wedding, or a trip to a
concert or play, Rich enjoys interacting with his passengers while keeping them
safe at the same time.
Working in retail management several years ago taught Rich how to focus
on customer service, while his current job as a full-time school bus driver in
Derry, trained him to be a safe and conscience driver.
“My father-in-law Don Stantial drove Molly the Trolley for 25 years, so I
guess it runs in the family too,” he said.
With the family’s long-time summer home in Melvin Village, driving trolley
part-time in the summer fits nicely with Rich’s job during the school year.
Kathy Fairman
Owner / Co-Founder / Trolley Driver
“I love driving the trolley and introducing visitors to Wolfeboro, sharing our town’s rich colonial history, and all the great things to do and see.
I especially enjoy and appreciate our locals who come back every year with their children and their grandchildren. We have brides and bridegrooms who rode Molly the Trolley as kids!”
Kathy Fairman of Wolfeboro Trolley Company was one of the original founders in 1987. She has been a driver since 2007, and has an extensive background in marketing and .
Rick Lamontagne
Trolley Driver
Rich brings over 25 years of experience as a part-time bus driver to
his position as a trolley driver.
“It’s my hobby! I love driving people around on casual trips; it’s just a lot of fun.”
Rich moved often during his years in the US Air Force and then working for the
Department of Defense as an electrical engineer modifying airplanes and
meeting people all over the world.
“That’s where I got the bug to travel and I still have it.”
When he’s not driving Molly the Trolley, Rich enjoys bicycling on New
Hampshire’s country roads, and skiing in the winter.
Kirby Cray
Trolley Driver / Digital & Web Marketing
Bio Coming Soon
Kirk
Trolley Driver
Bio Coming Soon
Maryann Belanger
Trolley Driver
Bio Coming Soon
Don Stantial
Emeritus Trolley Driver
A summer resident in neighboring Melvin Village for most of his life, Don had driven Molly for almost 30 years. “I just love driving and history, especially of this area, and Molly’s definitely my favorite vehicle.” That’s saying something, as a career driver for Boston Coach Company, Don’s driven everything from limousines to motor coaches.
“Some guys like to play golf, and that costs money. I like to drive trolley, and that makes money.”