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As legal costs rise, town to check options

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When a town spends over $100,000 for legal representation, Lee Eastman expects a certain level of service.

As a local businessman, Eastman is familiar with the average time frame when an inquiry is made with an attorney and when a response is delivered.

So, Bridgton’s Board of Selectmen chairman was a little annoyed by the level of service the town was receiving from its longtime legal counsel, Drummond Woodsum, as well as the firm admitting some matters weren’t handled as “quickly as they should have been.”

Eastman posed a simple question, “Let’s see what’s out HARNESSING THE SUN’S POWER — An example of a solar array, which will be developed in Harrison.

Planners gave approval to two solar projects at their Jan. 8 meeting. there.”

(Photo courtesy of Chris Byers/Boyle Associates) Bridgton had an expensive 2019 in terms of legal costs.

Some budget lines were exceeded due to municipal projects such as drafting the Land Use Ordinance and working on streetscape and wastewater, as well as Planning Board matters including marijuana ordinance creation and review of Hotel Bridgton (when the project went to the Appeals Board, the town was paying for two attorneys during these sessions, one representing the Planning Board and another for the Appeals Board). One example, the code enforcement line is $14,477 over budget.

By Wayne E. Rivet Following an informal “open The developer is Pine Gate with While $66,140 was budgeted for legal costs, money paid Staff Writer house,” which Byers and fellow Boyle Boyle Associates serving as the envito Drummond Woodsum reached $109,200 — $55,236 was HARRISON — When LD 1711 was associate Dale Knapp gave overviews ronmental consultants. tied to wastewater treatment facility land purchase.

The other site (a residential properIf selectmen decide to send out a request for proposal signed into law, it was a “game chang- of the projects and answered questions er” for the solar industry, according to posed by abutters, Harrison planners ty) is at 40 Bolsters Mills Road, owned BRIDGTON, Page 6A Chris Byers of Boyle Associates, an gave unanimous approval to the two by Dale Frechette. The lease involves environmental consultant. projects. about 20 to 25 acres. The applicant was The law opened the door to devel“The legislation made solar a via- ISM Solar Development, LLC. CEO opment of solar arrays, which had ble market here,” Knapp said.

Greg Lucini, who lives on Thompson sprouted on farm land and other large The Norway Road property, which Lake in Oxford, is currently involved tracts across the state. is in tree growth, is owned by Davis in six projects nearby (Gray, Naples, The bill is designed to maximize and Anita Randall. The project will Oxford and Poland). benefits to both ratepayers and munic- cover less than 20 acres.

Panels are “tilted and fixed.” The ipalities, in addition to make it easier “The design appropriately avoids two consultants noted that if techto invest in solar, especially for com- and minimizes wetland impacts to nology changes and new panels are mercial and municipal energy con- the greatest extent practicable,” Byers installed, the old ones likely would sumers. wrote in the application. “While the be sent to a secondary market (third Harrison will soon have two such lot size is 67 acres, only 14.5 acres of world nations) because they remain solar farms — one off Old Kimball cleared area is required for the project useful.

By Dawn De Busk Road, the other off Norway Road. footprint.”

Staff Writer SOLAR, Page 2A CASCO — There is a handful of new businesses that will be on the Casco assessor’s radar for personal property tax collection.

On the flip side of the coin, there are about nine (9) businesses that have shuttered their doors and left behind

By Dawn De Busk She talked about the committee’s Hoyt. thousands of dollars in unpaid personal property tax bills Staff Writer contact with the company ReVision Another ongoing project has been owed to the Town of Casco.

NAPLES — Putting the sun to Energy, which has done work in Maine the installation of adult workout equipPersonal property tax is different than property tax ment and a fitness trail. Originally, based on real estate. First, personal property tax is based work and working out the major and New Hampshire.

“We asked them to look first at the committee members eyed the Naples on equipment that a business owns. That can include muscle groups were topics tackled computers and fax machines and copiers or commercial- by the Naples Parks and Land Use property on Pearly Road, formerly Town Beach as being ideal. But, once known as the ‘town dump.’ We wel- the pavilion was built, people on the grade ovens and coolers or heavy machinery used by the Committee in 2019.

Actually, the committee asked comed them to research town-owned committee concluded the workout company. By state law, the towns in Maine are allowed to ReVision Energy, a professional solar property” and determine which pieces equipment might make the beach a bit collect personal property tax from businesses.

On Tuesday, the Casco Board of Selectmen heard from power installation company, to figure of property were most suitable for crowded.

“We looked at the Trickey Pond Town Assessor Ben Thompson, of Cumberland County out which tracts of town-owned land solar panels, Hoyt said. would be best for capturing the sun’s “Their findings surprised us. Their piece on Route 114, where the boat Assessing, about personal property taxes. advice was the rooftop of the Town launch is. There is enough land to creHe planned to be in the Casco town office on Wednesday energy.

Also, the committee tried to narrow Office,” she said, adding that solar ate a path and put equipment there,” morning and then to drive around town later in the day.

“In the afternoon, I will be doing a personal property down the best space for outdoor exer- tracking panels could offset the town she said, adding that the major drawback was the amount of trail work canvass. See what new businesses we have,” Thompson cise equipment. Additionally, the com- hall’s energy load by 42%. mittee has decided to ask the people However, because there has been involved. said.

Upon shopping around, the comHe said he was preparing to fill out the business per- living in Naples for input via a post- talk of rebuilding or renovating the card questionnaire. town gym or building a community mittee discovered a much smaller versonal property forms, the 706-A forms.

Naples Parks and Land Use center on the property where the town sion of the workout system designed “We are gearing up and getting ready to run as fast as Committee Chairman Tracy Hoyt pro- hall stands the committee tabled any to be outside. The convenient size we can,” he said.

Casco Town Manager Courtney O’Donnell provided vided an update to the Naples Board of recommendation of investing in solar opened up the possibilities of where it Selectmen recently. panels for the town hall, according to TAX, Page 6A EXPLORING, Page 2A

Power of the sun

Door wide open to tap solar

‘Most folks pay’ personal property tax

Naples Parks explores options

1,429 acres in Sebago protected

Loon Echo Land Trust (LELT) and The Trust for Public Land (TPL) announced this week the permanent protection of the newly-created Tiger Hill Community Forest. The 1,429-acre forest is home to sensitive wildlife habitat, traditional working forestlands, and safeguards the water quality of Sebago Lake — the drinking water supply for over one-sixth of Maine residents.

The property has long been used by local community members for hiking, cross-country skiing, hunting, snowmobiling, and other activities. Under LELT ownership, public access for recreation will continue.

“Land conservation supports robust outdoor recreation and wood products industries, while also preserving a traditional way of life here in Maine’s Sebago Lake region,” said Matt Markot, executive director of Loon Echo Land Trust.

“The Tiger Hill Community Forest protects wildlife habitats, secures public access for recreation, and preserves working forestland. The conservation of this land, which would not have been possible without the support of the Sebago community and the Trust for Public Land, will benefit generations of Mainers and visitors to come.”

While still largely rural, Sebago and surrounding towns have experienced more than twice the population growth rate of the state as a whole. LELT’s acquisition of the Tiger Hill Community Forest helps maintain the region’s rural character while benefiting the local tourism, outdoor recreation, and forest products industries. According to a 2019 University of Maine study, every $1 invested in forestland conservation in the Sebago region provides up to $8 in community benefits.

“This project is truly a milestone for the Sebago Lake region,” said Betsy Cook, Maine program director for The Trust for Public Land. “This new community forest will support the local outdoor recreation and forestry economy, protect a critical drinking water source, and provide a place for the community to connect to the outdoors and to their neighbors.”

Tiger Hill Community Forest protects hundreds of acres of critical wetland habitat and miles of frontage on the Northwest River, Sebago Lake’s second largest tributary. The project

is a cornerstone of Sebago Clean Waters, a collaborative effort of nine conservation organizations, including The Trust for Public Land and Loon Echo Land Trust.

In addition to protecting Sebago Lake’s water quality, the partnership seeks to support community wellbeing and the health of fish and wildlife in the Sebago watershed through forestland conservation.

“Tiger Hill Community Forest is a stellar example of multiple conservation organizations joining forces with the public and businesses like our local breweries to PROTECTED, Page 3A

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Town working on solar district

GRID LOOK — This diagram shows a solar array planned for a 25-acre site off Old Kimball Road in Harrison. The solar panels will occupy about 14.5 acres. The Harrison Planning Board approved two solar projects at their Jan. 8 meeting.

Planners okay solar projects

(Continued from Page 1A) The two Harrison locations were prime spots due to the contour of the land and proximity to threephase power lines, which solar-produced energy can be channeled. Knapp, a principal and natural resource practice leader at Boyle Associates, noted that when property is leased for solar arrays, the agreement usually runs 20 to 25 years followed by renewals.

Land agents search out potential solar array sites and open discussions with property owners. Byers and Knapp determine if the site meets Site Plan criteria and is viable for the solar operation.

Questions posed at the open house included whether there would be a lot of noise from the inverters and transformer at the site. Knapp, who has been involved in solar projects for the past six to seven years, said solar arrays are “good neighbors” because little noise can be heard (“the equivalent of an air conditioner,” Byers said), especially since most sites possess a significant natural buffer between the solar farm and abutters. There are

no lights.

Another question regarded clearing and maintenance. Byers noted that lots would be cleared of timber, and then seeded with mowing taking place twice a year. The projects should be up and running in 2020.

“You look to create the least environmental impact as possible, when looking at sites. You look for minimal disturbance, which reduces overall costs,” Knapp noted.

As for power generated, Byers said it stays here in Maine, as directed by LD 1711.

“We’ve generally received positive responses to these projects,” Knapp said. “Not only do we want to address concerns (one of the reasons I like the open house approach because it allows people to have oneon-one conversations or enable some people to stay at the edges, listen in and then ask a question), we also want to be informative.”

Byers said contact was made with Harrison Assistant Code Enforcement Officer Jim Fahey in August.

“Solar fits the bill for Mainers — it’s low visibil-

projects in order for them to apply for one of these state permits,” Hawley said.

In order for any of these solar energy projects to get a stamp of approval at the state level, it must first be approved at the town level, he said.

But first, in order for the plans to be approved at the town level, the Town of Naples will have to move quickly to create new overlay districts in a few residential zones to allow solarenergy projects.

The Naples Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) Renee Carter and Hawley have had a sit down and have since been in communication with four solar energy firms that are seriously putting into place feasible projects in Naples.

“The issue we’ve come up against is that these solar projects are considered com,SOLAR Page 3A

(Continued from Page 1A) could be placed.

“We came upon a multiuser, singled-based workout system, kind of like a universal gym for the outdoors,” she said.

Therefore, a third place that could be used is the Plummer Memorial Fields.

The specific spot is behind the shed where there is a public water spigot. The trail and fitness center would run beside the ball field, she said.

“We need a 30’x30’ cement pad for four base stations offering 12 exercises,” she said.

“The fitness trail is on hold for now as it was looked at for the Town Beach and Trickey Pond,” and the committee is unsure how it would fit in at the ballfields, Hoyt said. “All this is being said, we are still in the exploration phase.”

As the committee members have explored the possible future of various town properties, they have wondered what other citizens might have in mind.

Why not ask?

“What we are excited about doing this year is sending out questionnaire

postcards,” Hoyt said.

Mailers will be sent to Naples residents. People will be asked what things they like doing on townowned land as well as what could be developed on certain pieces of property such as the lot next to the fire station known as the Begin Estate. People can mail the postcard back to the town, or respond through an e-mail, Hoyt said.

One committee project that has been very noticeable to passers-by is the new pavilion at Kent’s Landing.

“The pavilion at the town beach — that is our star project,” Hoyt said. “A local construction company really built us a lovely place for towns-folk to gather and use the beach in so many more ways now, whether it be for a family picnic, for the summer recreation program to have lunch and do crafts, or even something as beautiful as wedding — it is a stunning addition to the town.”

“Right now, we are working on having eight picnic tables built, all of which will be ADA-compliant. There will be four at the pavilion, and four to replace or add to beach,” she said.

Exploring solar

GIVING AN INFORMAL OVERVIEW of the solar project during an ‘open house’ style session prior to the Harrison Planning Board’s regular meeting were Chris Byers (left) and Dale Knapp of Boyle Associates Environmental Consultants of Portland. ity, low impact and a renewable energy source,” Byers added. “Energy is being added to the grid, which means better pricing for consumers.”

The two Harrison projects (although differing in

size, about 8,000 panels) will produce enough power to service 600 homes.

Byers pointed out that due to electrical grid limitations, “you won’t see 30” solar projects in Harrison, but possibly four to five.

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Do you wish to have a positive impact on the homelessness situation in the area?

If so, come enjoy a night of camaraderie, good food, and good music while supporting MWV Supports Recovery and the Way Station. The public is invited to this community dinner and evening of acoustic music by Bennett & Perkins in the Lutheran Church of the Nativity, 15 Grove St. in North Conway, on Saturday, Jan. 25.

The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a community dinner of soups and other enticing foods served up in unique hand-thrown, hand-crafted pottery bowls donated by local potter Jennie Lanoie and students. Participants get to take home the bowls.

Following dinner at 7 p.m., is a concert by folk musicians Bennett & Perkins, joined by multi-instrumentalist Taylor Whiteside. The singer/songwriters tour New England sharing their original music that combines tight harmonies, compelling storytelling, and master guitar work. They are often featured on New Hampshire Public Radio’s “The Folk Show.”

The event is supported by the N.H. Charitable Foundation. Tickets are available at $25 per person and may be purchased online in advance at www. bennettandperkins.com.

Tickets are also available at the door, but seats are limited to 75 people so advance registration is strongly recommended.

MWV Supports Recovery offers a Family Resource Center, a safe place for recovery development and where individuals are matched with recov-

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The interest in developing solar-powered energy is on fire.

The newly-announced deadline to get approval from the State of Maine for a limited number of solar energy projects has created a sense of urgency. The current environment was expressed by the town manager of one Lake Region community.

“The State of Maine created a tsunami of solar developers storming the town offices when they created a completion for a certain number of permits for solar projects around the state,” Naples Town Manager John Hawley said recently.

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SCW’s goal is to protect 25 percent (35,000 more acres) of the Sebago Lake watershed in the next 15 years.

To learn more, visit sebagocleanwaters.org

(Continued from Page 2A) mercial uses and three of these projects are proposed for parcels in our residential districts, therefore making them incompatible,” he said.

After talking to the town attorney, he learned the solar fields are defined as a commercial use.

One of the really viable proposed projects is slated for the former sand pit off River Road. However, that is located in a residential area. Additionally, when the sand pit was closed it was grandfathered for use as a sand pit only and for no other commercial use.

According to Hawley, “The only thing to do is to figure out a way to allow this to exist.”

Hawley discussed solar energy during the Naples Board of Selectmen meeting last week.

Hawley told the selectmen that he probably did not have to sing the praises of solar power to convince them to support it.

Nonetheless, he highlighted some benefits to the town.

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Assessor Ben Thompson recommends that the Town of Casco set aside the funds to pay for a full revaluation in about three years.

He said that home “sales are escaping the assessed values overall,” and that trend is continuing.

“I would plan on [doing a revaluation in] 2023 or 2024 if everything keeps going the way it is going. It’s hard to call with the presidential election,” Thompson, of Cumberland County Assessing, said. “We are looking at 2021 for Gorham and Falmouth.”

“You have a little bit more time to think about it,” he said.

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Thompson provided a very brief report on the need for a revaluation, the bi-annual building permits pick up, and personal property tax preparation.

Thompson appeared before the Casco Board of Selectmen on Tuesday.

“The revaluation. There is nothing put away for a ‘reval’ as far as funds. I would plan to,” he said.

“I did pull some quick numbers. Your ratio is falling,” he said.

Last year, the homes in Casco were selling for about 1% less than their value, but this year, it appears to be 11% to 15%.

“Last year, we certified at 99% not 100%. The sales are escaping the assessed values overall. We knew REVAL, Page 6A

VIEW FROM ABOVE of the Tiger Hill Community Forest and the Northwest River.

(Photo by Jerry Monkman/ecophotography.com)

1,429 acres in Sebago protected (Continued from Page 1A) protect land that will benefit all of us,” said Karen Young, coordinator of Sebago Clean Waters.

Beyond protecting important water resources, the acquisition increases forest connectivity, providing valuable wildlife habitat.

The property is known to be home to moose, heron, bobcat and deer. Maintaining an undeveloped and connected landscape helps increase resilience to climate change and provides critical habitat for wildlife species adapting to its effects.

TPL facilitated the acquisition of the property from generous landowners with a shared vision to create a community forest. The land is now owned by LELT and will be stewarded to meet community needs for generations to come. Support for the community forest was provided by Portland Water District, the Maine Natural Resources Conservation Program, the Open Space Institute’s Resilient Landscape Fund, Casco Bay Estuary Partnership, Norway Savings Bank, Allagash Brewery and many other generous foundations

and individuals.

While the land is now under LELT’s ownership, the Trust still needs to raise another $250,000 to help cover the costs of caring for the land forever. Those costs include annual tax payments to the Town of Sebago.

“It has long been LELT’s policy to pay municipal property taxes on all of our lands,” said Markot, “thus ensuring that the benefits of land conservation do not come at the expense of town budgets.”

Donations to support the long-term stewardship of Tiger Hill Community Forest may be sent to Loon Echo Land Trust, 8 Depot Street Suite #4, Bridgton, ME 04009 or made online at loonecholandtrust.org/ tigerhill About: Loon Echo Land Trust (LELT) is a member supported, nonprofit land trust working to protect the natural resources of the northern Sebago Lake region for future generations. Loon Echo conserves over 8,000 acres of land and manages 32 miles of hiking and biking trails in the towns of Bridgton, Casco, Denmark, Harrison, Naples,

Raymond and Sebago. To support Loon Echo Land Trust and learn more about their lands, visit lelt.org The Trust for Public Land (TPL) creates parks and protects land for people, ensuring healthy, livable communities for generations to come. TPL has protected nearly 200,000 acres in Maine and has helped more than 30 towns acquire and create Community Forests.

To learn more, visit tpl.org/ our-work/maine Sebago Clean Waters (SCW) is a collaborative effort of nine conservation organizations working to protect water quality, community well-being, a vibrant economy, and fish and wildlife habitat in the Sebago region through voluntary forestland conservation.

Card of Thanks

We would like to thank all our hard workers and those that donated money and time: Five Fields Farm, Green Thumb, and Bridgton Lions. We put 160 baskets together to give them a nice Thanksgiving dinner. Thank you, St. Joseph Church and the First Congregational Church, Bridgton

Casco saving for revaluation

tell you that solar projects are good options for municipalities as they place almost no demand on a community for municipal or educational services. You know, you set them up and they collect the sun. They are good neighbors for the most part…it’s just clean energy,” he said.

“Some of these projects also come with cost saving benefits to municipalities in the form of discounted or free electricity,” he said.

But there is an obstacle, Hawley repeated.

“The wall that we are up against is that for these projects to get planning board approval in time to meet the application deadline with the state, we would need to create compatible zoning.

But, as you know, that is not as simple as just coloring the area on a map and asking voters to approve it.

There is a lot of work that goes into this, especially to be ready for a proposal for the April town meeting,” Hawley said.

“We could consider creating an overlay district for a natural energy resource district. Right now, it is solar. But that doesn’t mean it could be wind or thermal,” Hawley said.

He said he was asking for the blessing of the selectmen before the town proceeds with this.

In a tight timeline, the proposed overlay district and accompanying ordinance language would go before the Naples Planning Board and be the subject of two public hearings before becoming a warrant article.

Chairman Jim Grattelo stressed that the natural resource overlay district should be for solar energy.

He said that wind energy had too many other factors including the noise and it would be best to focus on solar energy. After getting a verbal consensus from other board members, Grattelo told the town manager to move forward.

Essentially, the town will be creating an overlay district in a residential neighborhood that allows only solar-energy projects, Hawley said.

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Murphy’s Law definitely applied to winter-time road maintenance in Casco during the most recent snowstorms.

Essentially, Murphy’s Law says, “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.”

Unfortunately, the company that does the contracted plowing for the Town of Casco was on the receiving end of Murphy’s Law. C Pond Plowing is owned

by Naples Fire Chief Chris Pond, therefore when he is on-call, an emergency can take him from the seat of a plow truck to the scene of a fire or an accident.

The issue with the plow trucks getting behind schedule was discussed after Casco Selectman Grant Plummer asked if it was the cold weather or another factor that impacted plowing Johnson Hill Road and that vicinity.

“I know we’ve had some cold weather . . . but during the last couple storms, some of the road conditions were questionable at least on my end of town. I don’t know whether it was a problem with the plow truck,” Plummer said.

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Obituaries

Gerald M. Doucette Jr.

Mary Beth Harrington

Joseph F. Souza

Gerald M. “Gerry” Doucette Jr., of North Bridgton, Maine and Titusville, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, following a brief illness. Gerry was the loving husband of Charlene “Peewee” Doucette.

Born in Stoneham, Mass., on May 29, 1933, he was the son of the late Gerald M. Doucette Sr., and Shirley E. Doucette. He resided in many places throughout his life including Falmouth Foreside, Maine, where his love of boating began. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. During that time he was assigned to the U.S.S. Sarda. Following his Naval service, he attended Wentworth Institute in Boston, Mass.

Gerry had been a president of the Maine Campground Owners Association (MECOA), a member of the Town of Bridgton Board of Selectmen, a Captain and District Chief of the North Bridgton Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Maine Submarine Veterans U.S.S. Maine Base, a Mason at Oriental Lodge 13 of Bridgton and a member of the Kora Shriners of Lewiston. He enjoyed collecting and restoring antique automobiles. His favorite was a 1970 Dodge PowerWagon pickup truck, affectionately known as the Purple People Eater.

For over 50 years, Gerry owned and operated Lakeside Pines Campground in North Bridgton, Maine. It is where he met thousands of extended family members making lasting summer memories. He could be seen throughout the campground driving around in his golf cart that had been modified to resemble his purple PowerWagon. He touched so many lives and his presence will be felt for many years to come.

Along with his wife of 63 years, Gerry leaves behind his children, Gregory Doucette and his wife Maureen of Maynard, Mass., Bethanne Baker and her husband Matthew of North Bridgton, Todd Doucette of Titusville, Florida, Mark Doucette and his wife Dorothy of Harrison, Scott Doucette of North Bridgton and daughter-in-law Brenda Doucette of North Bridgton. In addition to his children, he is survived by his grandchildren, Jordan, Steven, Michael, Andrew, Cody, Dillon, Kolt, Kasandra, Matthew and Emily; great-grandchildren, Sophia, Connor, Quinn and Ryan; a brother Robert Doucette of Weaverville, N.C.; and in-laws and many nieces and nephews.

Gerry was predeceased by his son John E. Doucette and his sister Lynne Hackett.

A memorial service will be held this summer at Lakeside Pines Campground in North Bridgton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Gerry to the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum, 222 Saint John Street, Portland, ME 04102, or to the charity of your choice.

SEBAGO — Mary Beth Harrington, 53, passed away Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough with family and friends at her side, after losing her courageous battle against cancer.

Mary was born in Portland on April 7, 1966, the first child of Ralph and Carol Brown of Sebago.

Mary is remembered by her loving husband, Fred Harrington, of 35 years; and her two sons Nicholas and wife Cathleen, and Christopher and wife Zoe. She is also survived by her mother; sister Melissa and husband Kenneth Littlefield, their daughter Kayla and fiancé Jon Blum; and her aunt Ann Burns; along with hundreds of kids who passed through her daycare.

Mary was predeceased by her father, her grandparents Merle and Grace Brown and uncle Robert Burns.

Mary attended Sebago Schools, graduating from Lake Region High School and furthered her education at Casco Bay College. Her love of children spurred her desire to teach and inspired her to open Rainbow Valley Kids, one of the first nationally-accredited childcare facilities in Maine. She devoted 30 years of her life to her many “children” who attended her program. During this time her commitment to her kids motivated her to continue her education throughout her life, taking childhood development classes through the Maine college system.

As a child she developed a love and passion for horses, leading her to join 4-H. Her involvement in 4-H included showing her horses and many other agricultural endeavors. After becoming a mother, she enjoyed activities with her family, which included snowmobiling, bowling, and skiing. Later in her life, she developed a love for sailing and traveling.

A memorial service wasl be held on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Sebago Center Community Church at 1 p.m. A Celebration of Life took place downstairs at the Sebago Town Hall immediately following the service.

Online condolence messages can be submitted at the Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home website, www.mainefuneral.com In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a memorial donation to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation on their website, www.bcrf.org, or mail a check to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation at 28 West 44th Street, Suite 609, New York, NY 10036.

BANGOR — Joseph Francis “Joe” Souza, 73, of Stockton Springs, formerly of Naples, died early Wednesday morning, Jan. 15, 2020, at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor with his wife, Karen by his side.

He was born on March 21, 1946, in Taunton, Mass., a son of Joseph C. and Wilhelmina (Ferreira) Souza. He attended local schools, graduating from Dighton Rehoboth High School, where he excelled in football.

Joe enlisted in the U.S. Air Force after high school, and served at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines during the Vietnam War. Upon his return to the states, Joe furthered his education based on his love of flying, by taking aeronautic mechanic courses. His career took him from Vero Beach, Fla., to Fargo, N.D., and then on to Oklahoma City. He worked as an airline mechanic for Piper Aircraft and Eastern Air Line, and retired as a safety inspector for the FAA. A drive to Maine in his retirement found him settling in Naples for several years. He loved to work on his antique cars, puttering in his workshop and camping.

Joe is survived by his wife, Karen (Lane) Souza of Naples, whom he married on Mar. 5, 2011, in Naples; sons, Joey Souza and his fiancée, Hanna and their children, Marian, and Cody of Rolla, Mo., Craig Souza and his wife, Linda and their children, Rachael and Zackery of Tyngsboro, Mass.; daughter, Missy Souza Shaw and her children Abriella, Dominic, and baby Shaw of Va.; stepdaughter, Raelene Rush Morrison and her husband, Bill of Ocala, Fla.; stepson, Jayson Rush of Winn, Maine; stepgranddaughter, Amber Rose Grissom and her husband, Robert of Ocala, Fla.; and a sister, Eleanor DuPont of Vero Beach, Fla. He was predeceased by a brother, Ronald Souza.

Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 9, at the Crooked River Cemetery in Naples. Gifts may be made in his memory to DCI Belfast, 125 Northport Ave., Ste. 101, Belfast, ME 04195. Arrangements are in the care of the Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Rd., Casco.

Condolences and tributes may be shared with Joe’s family at www.hallfuneralhome.net

LISBON FALLS — Michael P. Gamache, 64, of Lisbon Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice House in Auburn.

Born in Lewiston on Jan. 15, 1955 to Clarence Leo Gamache and Lucille (Fortin) Gamache, he was raised in Lisbon and graduated from Lisbon High School and UMaine Orono in 1977 with a degree in music education. He played tuba for the Portland Symphony, Bangor Symphony and the Auburn Community Concert Band. After graduating, he worked for Dennis Paper Company, Reed Paper Company and retired from Sysco Food Services of Northern New England. After retiring Michael worked at Tugboat Inn and Marina in Boothbay Harbor as assistant dockmaster.

Michael’s greatest joy was boating on his Searay Motoryacht, triking, fishing, hunting, music and his two cats. He and his wife loved to travel and had many wonderful vacations. Michael is now an angel playing tuba for the heavenly symphony above.

Michael is survived by his wife of 18 years, Athena Gamache of Lisbon Falls; three siblings, James Gamache of South Portland, Mark Gamache of Hiram, and Mary Beth Daigneault; a niece and great-niece.

He was predeceased by Opal Canders, and raised two stepchildren, Rebecca and Jason.

A time of visitation was held from 5 to 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Brackett Funeral Home, 29 Federal Street, Brunswick, where a funeral service followed at 6:30 p.m.

Condolences can be expressed at www.brackettfh.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice, 15 Strawberry Avenue, Lewiston, ME 04240.

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Alvin C. Myers Sr. RAYMOND — Alvin C. Myers Sr., 93, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020.

He was born Nov. 23, 1926, a son of Frank and Catherine (Walsh) Myers Sr. He was a graduate of Westbrook High School and enlisted in the Army, serving two years before his honorable discharge. He married Barbara Ross on May 29, 1954. Al was employed at SD Warren as a paper maker for 33 years, retiring in 1987.

Al was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and four wheeling. He was an accomplished leather craftsman and loved to cook.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Barbara Myers; children, Brenda Myers, Stephen Myers and Thomas Myers; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Theresa Russo.

He was predeceased by his son, Alvin “Vinny” Myers Jr.; and siblings, Frank Myers Jr. and In Loving Memory Mayo.

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BEVERLY, MASS. — Donna (Love) Pierce, 90, wife of the late Lewis K. Pierce, died peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Boston, Mass., daughter of the late G. Gordon and Virginia (Hodgins) Love, Donna was raised and educated in Hamilton, where she met her soulmate Lew, with whom she shared over 60 years of marriage.

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Carolyn Winslow Edmunds, 59, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, Dec. 13, 2019, surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer and other health issues.

She was born on Jan. 27, 1960.

She leaves behind husband, Raymond; sons Andrew and Daniel; a sister, Dorothy Brooks; a brother, Reggie Nelson; a beloved cousin, Gloria Gray Herrick; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A memorial and celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m.,at the Casco Community Center in Casco.

FRYEBURG — Mary J. Dysinger Perry, 77, of Fryeburg, died peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, at her home with her devoted husband, Lawrence Perry, by her side.

Mary was born March 17, 1942, in Arlington, Mass., the daughter of John H. and Ellen (Twitchell) Jordan.

Mary was a graduate of Sanford High School, class of 1960 and Farmington College, class of 1964.

In 1972, she obtained her Master of Library Sciences.

She worked as a librarian for Portland Public Library, Bangor Public Library, Auburn Public Library, Lake Region High School Library and Lisbon High School Library. She got her CNA, so she would be able to help anyone who may need it. During the summers, she was also employed by Maine Tourism from 1987 until her retirement in 2017.

Her greatest personal achievement was to become an intermediate cello player in her later years. She was known to state, “The cello is the light of my life.”

She was a grateful member of the Fryeburg New Church.

Mary was predeceased by both of her parents, John and Ellen Jordan, and her first husband of 12 years, Robert Dysinger.

She is survived by her husband, Lawrence of Fryeburg; her husband’s children and grandchildren; stepdaughter Amy Martin from her first marriage; her sister, Susan Parent of Bridgton, the best sister anyone could have; her cousins and her dear aunt.

There will be a celebration of Mary’s life on Sunday, Jan. 26, at 4 p.m. at the Fryeburg New Church, officiated by Rev. Ken Turley and Rev. Allison Lane-Olsen, with a reception to follow. A graveside service will be held in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fryeburg Public Library, 515 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037, in Mary’s name.

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Items on the Bridgton Police blotter

Fryeburg Police

These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, January 13 10:20 a.m. Assist Oxford County Sheriff’s Office on FPD. 2:07 p.m. Suspicious activity on Sanborn Road.

7:31 p.m. Civil matter, complaint taken at FPD. 10:05 p.m. Assist MDOT at Information Center.

Tuesday, January 14 11:20 a.m. Traffic complaint at American Legion.

12:51 p.m. Civil matter at Lovewell Pond Road construction site.

3:37 p.m. Assist citizen at FPD. 4:42 p.m. Theft complaint on Wicks Road.

7:16 p.m. Civil matter at FPD. Wednesday, January 15 6:46 a.m. Police information at Molly Ockett Drive.

9:35 a.m. Assist citizen at FPD. 10:13 a.m. Parking problem at Cottage Street residence.

10 p.m. Assist agency on Main Street.

12:16 p.m. Minor motor vehicle crash on Main Street; Sgt. Jones responded.

1:08 p.m. Motor vehicle collision on Willis Park Road; Officer Muise and Sgt. Jones responded.

1:16 p.m. Vehicle slid off Harrison Road and crashed into a mailbox on Pond Road. Driver complained of neck pain, and was transported to the hospital.

4:31 p.m. Parking problem on Crosby Lane.

5:58 p.m. Vehicle blocking plow efforts on private property; owner referred to local tow company.

Friday, January 17 12:12 a.m. Welfare check on Headwall Drive.

9:42 a.m. Welfare check on Sawyer Circle.

3:34 p.m. Motor vehicle crash at intersection of Willett Road and South High Street; no injuries reported.

6:56 p.m. Bail check (Officers Regis and Muise, Sgt. Jones) at South High Street residence. A search resulted in a summons to subject for violation conditions of release.

10:43 p.m. Deer tag issued on Haley Town Road.

Thursday, January 16 5:10 a.m. Motor vehicle crash on Bridgton Road.

7:57 p.m. Assist fire department on Lovell Road.

Friday, January 17 10:23 a.m.

Assist Fryeburg Rescue on Fairview Drive.

12:14 p.m. Welfare check on Wiley Drive.

5:30 p.m. Animal complaint on Menotomy Road.

9:34 p.m. Traffic complaint on Main Street.

Saturday, January 18 6:34 a.m. Welfare check (personal harm) on North Fryeburg Road.

Sunday, January 19 9:35 a.m. Welfare check on Eastland Street.

2:47 p.m. Terrorizing complaint on Hemlock Bridge Road.

The new law prohibits the use of handheld electronic devices while driving, and while it set a fine of “not less than $50” for the first offense and “not less than $250” for second and subsequent offenses, the courts initially decided to set the fines at much higher rates. This was not consistent with the intent of the law.

Sen. Diamond spoke with Maine Supreme Court Chief Justice Saufley about this discrepancy and, after that conversation, the Judicial Branch announced that it would honor the intent of the law and lower the fine amount. LD 1901 would provide the necessary legislative fix to clarify the law’s original intent going forward.

LD 1901 faces further action in the Transportation Committee and votes in the Maine Senate and House.

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Scammers urge consumers via text message or voicemail to call an unfamiliar phone number provided or send a fake link to login into their online account.

If called, thieves request that consumers repeat back personal bank information, such as account number, PIN number or even social

security number to verify their identity. In some cases, the scammers already know the account number, which lends a false sense of trust.

In both cases, people are falsely believing their accounts have already been compromised.

The Better Business Bureau has tips on how to avoid being scammed by these convincing, but bogus, calls and text messages.

How the Scam Works: You receive a text message or phone call from a bank, alerting you to a hold or fraudulent activity on your account. You may or may not have an account at that bank. The scammer may even know your account number.

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Crashes, breakdowns delay Casco plowing (Continued from Page 3A) to Casco Town Manager Courtney O’Donnell who also serves as road commissioner.

“The last storm in particular they got called to a three-vehicle accident on Route 11. And, they also had two break downs,” she said, adding “they were able to get back up and running.”

However, the crew got behind its usual plow schedule and residents along those roads noticed.

“For the most part, Chris has been pretty responsive on following up on the complaints” and comment that are passed on to him, O’Donnell said.

Plus, he has been revisiting stubborn snow and

ice on public easements in town.

“He just went out recently to scrape off a lot of the hard-packed snow,” O’Donnell said.

Pond and his crew put salt and sand on the roads.

However, between the extra cold temperatures and using the product sparingly, there were some spots that needed extra maintenance.

O’Donnell said that the town was running low on salt and was talking a conservative stance on using it, especially since “salt orders were backed up.”

Casco is planning to budget for another salt/ sand shed because the current building is too small for stockpiling.

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hockey. The officers identified the “instigators” and warned them for being disorderly. The officers remained on site “to keep the peace” until the contest ended.

“Players on the ice got into a fight, and it spread to the parents in the stands,” police reported.

3:41 p.m. A child allegedly attempted to steal a hat at a Mountain Road store.

5:16 p.m. Juvenile problem on Pond Road.

9:03 p.m. Suspicious circumstance (9-1-1 hang-up call on Algonquin Lane); Officer Muise and Sgt. Jones responded. Officers learned that the caller had taken away a cell phone as discipline for X-Box misuse. There was “no signs of distress.”

9:54 p.m. Pedestrian check (three males dressed in black clothing walking in the roadway on Harrison Road); Officer Muise responded.

Sunday, January 19 1:37 p.m. Welfare check on Nulty Street. Subject, who was sitting on the redemption center’s steps, told police she had a verbal altercation and was trying to work it out.

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should direct calls from residents who were concerned about road conditions.

O’Donnell said that people with specific complaints can call the town hall and ask to talk to her.

“If there is a real concern, they can call dispatch; and dispatch will pass it on directly to plow driver,” she said.

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7:04 p.m. Criminal trespass complaint on Top Hill Road; Officer Muise responded.

8:06 p.m. Wellbeing check on Town Farm Road.

8:22 p.m. Attempt to locate motorist, who reportedly was flashing high beams at other drivers on South Bridgton Road.

8:48 p.m. Juvenile problem (throwing eggs at vehicles) on Main Street; Sgt. Jones responded.

11:11 p.m. Agency assist (motor vehicle crash with personal injury) at intersection of Deer Hill Road and Hawk Ridge in Harrison.

Saturday, January 18 5:08 a.m. Disturbance on Walker Street; Officer Hammond responded.

9:03 a.m. Responding to a criminal trespass complaint on Top Hill Road, Officer Swiatek issued a written trespass notice.

3:23 p.m. Officer Swiatek and Sgt. Jones were dispatched to the Chalmers Ice Arena at Bridgton Academy regarding a reported fight involving parents, who were watching their children play

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Tech changes for ‘hands-free’ A bill introduced

by State Senator Bill Diamond, D-Windham, to make technical changes to Maine’s new “hands-free” distracted driving law received a public hearing at the Legislature’s Transportation Committee on Tuesday.

The bill, LD 1901, “An Act To Amend the Laws Prohibiting the Use of Handheld Phones and Devices While Driving,” would amend the language of the law to clarify the intended fine amount and exempt ham radio operators.

“Maine’s new handsfree law is already making our roads safer,” Sen. Diamond said. “The technical changes in LD 1901 will make the intent of the law crystal-clear.”

Last year, Sen. Diamond’s bill, LD 165, “An Act To Prohibit the Use of Handheld Phones and Devices While Driving,” became law.

12:59 p.m. Citizen assist (possible unauthorized use of a bank card); Sgt. Jones responded.

3:53 p.mn. Motor vehicle crash (ran into a snowmobile trailer) on Taylor Town Road; Officer Hammond responded.

3:57 p.m. Animal complaint (dog loose, chasing people) in Plummer’s Landing area.

4:39 p.m. Welfare check (personal harm, photos of injuries sent by individual via social media) on Old County Road; Sgt. Jones and Officer Hammond responded.

7:32 p.m. Notification of repossession on Pleasant Street.

Thursday, January 16 2:09 a.m. Welfare check on Main Street.

5:33 a.m. Vehicle off the road at the intersection of Willett Road and South High Street.

9:56 a.m. Motor vehicle crash in parking lot on Beaver Creek Farm Road.

11:23 a.m. Motor vehicle crash with property damage on Portland Road; Officer Muise responded.

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These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, January 13 3:11 p.m. Personal injury motor vehicle crash on Portland Road; Officer Swiatek responded.

5:03 p.m. Unwanted phone call complaint on Wayside Avenue; Sgt. Reese handled.

6:52 p.m. Agency assist at the hospital regarding child custody; Officer Smolinsky and Sgt. Reese handled.

10:39 p.m. Police were asked to check a pedestrian walking on South Bridgton Road. Officer Smolinsky and Sgt. Reese located the individual, who said she had a verbal argument with a friend in Bridgton and was walking home to Sebago.

Police transported her home.

Tuesday, January 14 4:32 a.m. Agency assistance on Walker Street.

9:13 a.m. Agency assistance at Bridgton Hospital.

9:58 a.m. Officer Muise responded to a call at Bell’s Point regarding issuing a deer tag.

10:35 a.m. Caller felt his phone had been hacked.

2:11 p.m. Caller wanted to speak with an officer regarding a motor vehicle crash that occurred in her South Bay Road driveway.

6:18 p.m. Suspicious vehicle (subject in a white van seen taking photos of a vehicle) on Cross Street; Officer Muise responded.

8:14 p.m. Attempt to locate driver operating “slowly and in an erratic manner.” Police located the vehicle, and found it was the subject’s first time driving in snow.

Wednesday, January 15 8:03 a.m. Citizen assist (fingerprinting for work reasons); Sgt. Reese handled.

9:26 a.m. Smith Avenue, near the bridge, was temporarily closed to traffic due to a water main break.

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Casco takes look at personal property tax (Continued from Page 1A) the board with some numbers.

For the most part, business-owners are forthcoming with personal property tax payments.

“Most folks do pay,” she said.

For the fiscal year 201819, the total amount of personal property tax to be raised was $164,733. The amount that was unpaid is $2,316.

For the fiscal year 201920, the total amount of personal property tax bills sent out was $161,372. The amount left to be paid is $10,350.

There are nine accounts that appear to be out of business, and thus far are no longer being billed, she said.

Those nine business represent 26 bills that amount to about $3,250. It is like-

ly that the selectmen will write-off the unpaid bills after the town manager confirms the businesses no longer exist.

“I’d like to dig into this a little further and come back with recommendation on how to move forward,” O’Donnell said.

O’Donnell asked the assessor to explain the Business Equipment Tax Exemption (BETE).

Thompson answered her questions.

The exemption could be applied to “any property that has been put into place for businesses from 2008 forward,” he said. “A 2002 excavator that came into Maine to be taxed in 2009 — they could apply for the BETE.” “They have to apply for the BETE, if they don’t they will not receive the exemption.

The state takes that information and reimburses the town 50%,” Thompson said.

Also, if the business already owed the town $10,000 or more, the town “could file with the state and preclude them from getting the BETE,” he said.

According to O’Donnell’s research, it is much more difficult to collect back personal property tax than property

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Wednesday seems to be the preferred night. For budget workshops — that is.

The Casco selectmen will be clearing their calendars to leave open every Wednesday evening from mid-February through the end of March.

That is because the Casco Finance Committee no longer exists.

Instead, the selectmen will be an integral part of the budget-planning process. Along with Casco Town Manager Courtney O’Donnell, the selectmen will go through the budget with the proverbial ‘fine tooth comb.’ By taking on this role in the budget process, the selectmen will be able to better answer questions that residents have about the budget.

This is a departure from how the budget has been done in the past.

Typically, the town man-

ager prepared a budget and it was reviewed by the Casco Finance Committee over the course of several months.

The finance committee voted to recommend or not recommend sections of the budget. Then, when the budget was complete, it finally came before the board for a vote. (Granted, sometimes a selectmen would sit on the finance committee.)

During the board’s first meeting in January, Town Manager O’Donnell talked about the upcoming budget workshops, which start in earnest next month.

O’Donnell had already explained the new approach to the budget during a meeting on Oct. 8. Some of the major changes included: Doing away with the finance committee that often did not have a quorum; ending the practice of automatic carry forwards; and having the board of selectmen hold budget workshops separate from its regularly scheduled meetings. Regarding

carry-forwards, the unspent money from account used to go right back into the same account. Now, unspent funds at the end of the fiscal year will go into the Unassigned Fund Balance.

On Jan. 7, ‘Budget Workshop Schedule’ was a topic on the agenda.

“My goal is always to keep things as flat as possible. I don’t want to see any mil rate increases,” O’Donnell said.

The Casco selectmen will hold budget workshops starting at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 12, Feb. 19, Feb. 26, March 4, March 11, March 18 and March 25. That is seven weeks of budget workshops, which are open to the public. The public can attend but is not allowed to speak unless granted permission by the chairman.

The very first meeting is to go over the accounts. [I want to] make sure everyone has a good understanding. That is how we will kick off the budget season,”

O’Donnell said.

Selectman MaryFernandes suggested having the representatives from agencies that receive town funding should come before the board with their requests.

“We give out money for social services. [We should] have those groups come before the board and say how they help people in the community, how they are spending the money,” she said.

O’Donnell agreed to arrange those presentations.

The Naples Budget Committee began meeting in January because Naples has an earlier budget timeschedule. Last year, the Town of Naples switched from June to late April for its annual town meeting as opposed to the Town of Casco, which still holds its town meeting in June.

Both towns landed on the same day of the week, Wednesday, to hold budgetplanning meetings.

Naples Town Manager

John Hawley provided the selectmen with a schedule listing not only the dates of meetings but also which parts of the budget will be reviewed on those dates.

On Jan. 29, the budget committee will look at the audit, reserves and Tax Increment Financing (TIF). On Feb 12, debt service, board and committees, administration, general assistance assessing and unanticipated expenses will be on the agenda. On Feb. 19, the committee will review the fire department, the rescue department, marine safety, animal control and regional dispatch.

On March 4, the portions of the budget to be discussed are maintenance, roads, recreations and sanitation. For the March 11 meeting, committee members will review revenues, intergovernmental agencies, community groups and outside agencies. The date of March 25 is being left open if more time is needed.

(Continued from Page 1A) to other law firms, Town Manager Bob Peabody encouraged selectmen to seek feedback from department heads, who work with the attorneys on a regular basis.

Selectwoman Carmen Lone felt the exercise would be a “waste of time.”

“I don’t interact with the attorney, and the information given to me is secondhand,” she said. Lone felt service provided “has been fine.”

“I felt it’s time to take a look and see if there is something better,” Eastman responded.

Selectman Bear Zaidman saw no harm in going through a review process and getting a better idea “what’s out there.”

Peabody noted that some inquiries made to the law firm were without his knowledge, and the time has come to have “firmer controls” on legal counsel use.

Selectmen voted 4-1 (Lone against) to seek out

proposals.

In other meeting notes: Hired. Holly Heymann has been hired as finance clerk. She started her duties on Jan. 6.

Touch of art. As Bridgton freshens its look with streetscape work, Greg Bullard sees another way to dress up the town.

As members of the Community Development Advisory Committee, Bullard and Nelle Ely are spearheading the creation of an Art Development Committee, a subcommittee of the CDC. The idea is “to bring art to the community” through classes, workshops, exhibits and a performing arts center, Bullard told selectmen. So far, the committee has six members, but could still add two or four more people interested in this effort.

Bullard noted that the group is working on a mission statement, goals and core values.

“The history of Bridgton is its deep in arts and culture,” said Bullard, and should be part of the economic development the town is undergoing. One simple way to add a splash of color to the town scenery is to work with local businesses about displaying these pieces.

“Everyone I’ve talked to has jumped up and down about the idea,” Bullard said. “It’s a good thing.”

Selectmen questioned the formation of the subcommittee before running the idea past them, since the CDC “takes direction from the board.”

“That’s what we’re doing now,” CDC member Bob

McHatton responded. “We’re introducing the concept.”

Town Manager Bob Peabody pointed out that citizens can form a committee, and work under the “umbrella of the CDC” along with new Community Development Director Linda Lacroix.

“The CDC can appoint a subcommittee, and get direction from the board of selectmen,” Peabody said.

“We think this is a good idea,” McHatton added.

“I just want to be sure we’re all on the same page,” Board Chairman Lee Eastman said.

Recommended.

The Ordinance Review Committee is always looking for interested residents to help them with the task of examining existing town ordinances for possible revisions.

ORC member Deb Brusini informed selectmen that the group received interest from Mary Tworog, and would recommend her approval by selectmen.

The group is reviewing ordinances regarding disorderly housing, consumer fireworks and adult entertainment (nudity). If changes are to be made to these ordinances, the group will have the town’s attorney review them and the committee’s recommendations have to be filed with selectmen by Feb. 10.

Selectman Bear Zaidman suggested the group look at changes the state made in regards to fireworks.

Tax relief for seniors.

The idea of giving longtime Bridgton residents a tax break is one Selectman Bear Zaidman would like to see

happen. The question is how to fund it.

A Senior Tax Relief Program Ordinance could reach the annual town meeting warrant this June, and one part of the equation is how much money will be set aside to run it.

Zaidman wondered if $63,000 budgeted for outside agencies could be the funding source.

As Bridgton Community Center director, Carmen Lone sees firsthand how outside agencies serve the community and feels it would be a mistake to cut their funding.

Chairman Eastman voiced his disappointment that some agencies fail to send a representative to budget sessions to explain the benefits their groups have on the local community. He finds it difficult to support funding when he has no knowledge of actual benefits to Bridgton residents.

Lone said making an appearance before the board can be included in letters sent out to organizations.

As for senior tax relief, the program’s use would be contingent on funds available year to year.

Applications for relief would be taken in July.

Reminders. 2020 dog licenses are available at the town office. Dogs not licensed after Jan. 31 are subject to a $25 late fee.

Fees are: $11 for male/ female, $6 neutered/spayed, $30 nuisance dogs, $100 dangerous dogs.

New transfer station stickers are available at the town office and transfer station; cost is $10 for a two-year sticker. A sticker is required to dispose of trash and recyclable items. Staff will be checking for stickers.

Next meeting is this Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 5 p.m.

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Casco reval (Continued from Page 3A) that. Obviously, certain markets are worse off than others,” he said.

“This year, the preliminary is showing us at 85% to 89%,” he said.

“You are losing some percentage, which affects your personal property, your utility assessments, your ‘homesteads.’ It affects the homestead exemption,” he said.

“If you certify at 95%, you would only get 95% of homestead exemption,” he said.

“I would start looking at putting funds away,” Thompson said.

Casco Town Manager Courtney O’Donnell said the board was aware of the need to start saving for the revaluation.

According to Thompson, a rough estimate for doing a revaluation is between $200,000 and $220,000. He based that on a cost of $65 per parcel.

tax. The Maine Municipal Association (MMA) refers to the tax-collection process as “complex, difficult to use and requires attorneys.”

On Tuesday, the selectmen were given a sheet listing all outstanding personal property tax, a sample lien form, information provided

by MMA on the topic of collecting outstanding bills, and the most recent town policy on this particular tax.

Lance Hoenig

Advisor named to Forbes ‘best’ list Lance Hoenig — CFP®, ChFC® a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Springvale, Kennebunk and Bridgton — was named to the list of “Bestin-State Wealth Advisors” published by Forbes magazine.

The list recognizes financial advisors who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism and success in the business.

The rankings are based on data provided by over 11,000 of the nation’s most productive advisors. Hoenig was chosen based on assets under management, industry experience, regulatory and compliance record and revenue produced over a threeyear period. Hoenig is part of Hoenig & Hoenig, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. “I’m so grateful to be honored as the #8 ranked advisor in Maine. This accolade just confirms that our dedication, integrity and client focus have paid off,” Hoenig wrote on his website. “I’d like to thank my team for all their hard work, my clients for their trust and Forbes for their recognition.

Thank you!”

As a private wealth advisory practice, Hoenig & Hoenig provides financial advice that is anchored in a solid understanding of client needs and expectations and provided in one-on-one relationships with their clients. Hoenig has 29 years of experience with Ameriprise Financial. He earned his bachelor of science degree from Truman State University in Kirksville, MO, in 1990.

According to his website, Hoenig’s areas of focus include investment management, retirement planning strategies, retirement income strategies, estate planning strategies, investments, small business and interests.

As to his interests, “With three growing kids, most of my nonworking time is spent doing the day-to-day things that most parents in this situation can identify with. For fun, we focus on trying to pack as many family memories as possible into the relatively short time we have with the kids at home. We spend our summers at our camp on Long Lake, and the rest of the year we enjoy soccer season in the fall for all three kids and traveling to new places when we can.”

Job Corps info session

(Continued from Page 4A) and trades. The focus is on helping individuals that have limited opportunities (homeless populations, students in foster care, New Mainers, etc.) find avenues for growth in the workplace, college, or military. If needed, the Job Corps will assist with obtaining a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency, as well as Driver’s Education, housing, and food. All Job Corps services are free.

Those who wish to attend this event are asked to RSVP. For further information and to RSVP please text or call Sarah MacAlister at 631-1453 or e-mail MacAlister.

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Talent finalists move on Recycling reform presentation Jan. 30 HARRISON — On Thursday, Jan. 30, at 6 p.m., the Harrison Village Library will host “Recycling Reform for Maine,” presented by the Natural Resources Council of Maine.

For decades, Maine people have developed a strong recycling ethic because they want to do the right thing. However, due to changes in the recycled commodities markets, some Maine towns and cities have to choose between doing what is right for the environment and their bottom line. The Natural Resources Council of Maine supports a law that would reform recycling by providing a clear economic incentive for brand owners and big corporations to produce less wasteful packaging that can be easily recycled locally. A representative from the NRCM will share information about the initiative during this special program, which is free and open to the public. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact the library at 583-2970.

LRRC needs singers!

All singers are invited to join the Lake Region Community Chorus as they begin their eighth year of singing and performing.

If you love to sing and are free on Monday evenings, the members of the LRCC encourage you to come and join them. The group has about 55 members from Bridgton and fourteen surrounding towns. The Spring Session starts on Monday, Jan. 27, but registration will also be held on Monday, Feb. 3, in the Twitchell Chapel at Bridgton Academy in North Bridgton. As always, we thank the Bridgton Academy for their ongoing help and support.

Jan Jukkola and Susan Stockwell will be conducting the Spring Session, assisted by accompanists Carolyn Stanhope and SaraSue Schreiber. The LRCC welcomes members who sing all voice parts — sopranos, altos, tenors and basses — but tenors and

FINALISTS — The finalists of the Lake Region’s Got Talent have been narrowed to nine acts. Those taking part in the grand finale this Sunday at Lake Region High School’s auditorium are: (front, left to right) Willow Carter and Alice Boudreau; (middle row) Zoë Daigle, Haley Cote and Kate Rose; (back row) Nick Cohen, Lily Dunton, Rick Hagerstrom and Payson Avery. (Photo by Shannon Avery)

basses are especially needed to balance out the chorus’ sound. Auditions are not required but some familiarity with reading music is helpful. The programs are made up of a variety of pieces from many musical genres and styles. There is something for everyone and the goal is to make sure both singers and audiences have a very enjoyable time at rehearsals and performances.

Rehearsals are held from 6:20 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday evenings, and the spring concert dates are Friday, May 15, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 17, at 3 p.m. The $25 registration fee to join the chorus helps cover the cost of music. There is a two week trial period (if needed) and scholarships are available. Please contact Jan Jukkola for more information at musicsix@cox.net or 6472584. The Lake Region Community Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

This past Sunday, 13 performers took to the stage at Lake Region High School. Allison Sands, our emcee, made sure our show ran smoothly and our nine finalists were announced.

Moving to the finals are: Haley Cote, who played the ukulele and sang Don’t Give Up on Me; Nick Cohen sang an original song You Think You Know Somebody and played his guitar; Alice Boudreau performed an open style dance called “Trauma;” Kate Rose sang Requiem; Willow Carter played the piano and sang idontwannabeyouanymore;

Payson Avery sang I’ll Walk Away; Lily Dunton sang His Daughter and played the piano; Zoë Daigle sang Shallow; Rick Hagerstrom juggled his way into the finals.

This Sunday, as the ballots are being counted, LRGT will have some showcase performances by dance students from Western Maine Dance and Gymnastics and Studio for the Living Arts, as well as Sean Buchanan, The Ever After cast members from Stevens Brook Elementary School who will be singing Beauty Impairment and last year’s winner Out of the Blue with Thomas Kolofsky and Walker Elsaesseur.

Finalists will be performing Jan. 26 at 2 p.m., at Lake Region High School in Naples. The audience

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Mollyockett Chorus sings at RAA RAYMOND — The Raymond Arts Alliance will sponsor The Mollyockett Chorus — an imaginative and talented group of singing women — at the Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St., in Raymond, on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m.

This year’s performance is ‘50s Music and Memories, a throwback to songs written and performed in the 1950s.

The poodle skirt costumes will bring back fond memories for many and the music is still popular and familiar today. The Chorus performs under the direction of Simon Smith from Bethel, who has really added spark and depth to the Chorus’ music.

A group of around eight enthusiastic women formed The Mollyockett Chorus in Norway, Maine, and obtained its charter in 1996 as a chapter of Sweet

Adelines International, the world’s largest nonprofit music education association for women singers.

Since that time, the Chorus has performed all over the tri-county area including at Deertrees Theater in Harrison, All-Souls Chapel in Poland Spring, the Denmark Arts Center, the Sawyer Foundation in Greene, and in many other community settings. The Mollyockett Chorus also sings regularly in nursing homes, churches, and for veteran’s organizations such as the American Legion.

Valentine’s Day is coming up so bring your sweetheart and enjoy the music and a special treat! The Raymond Arts Alliance has coordinated with the Windham High School Katahdin program to provide a table of Sweetheart refreshments in addition to the concert.

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(Continued from Page 7A) in Casco, invites everyone to their annual “Let It Snow!” traditional Maine Saturday night supper on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Enjoy baked beans and hotdogs, casseroles, salads, rolls, homemade desserts, hot coffee and cold drinks, all for only $8 adults, $5 children eight and under, and $21 maximum for families with young children. Come in out of the snow into the warm and delicious coziness of the church’s Great Hall. See you there!

Rabies and microchipping clinic

NORWAY — Responsible Pet Care is sponsoring a rabies vaccination and microchipping clinic at the Norway fire station, 19 Danforth St. in Norway, on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 9 to 11 a.m. Rabies vaccinations are $15 per animal and microchipping is $25 per animal. Microchipping pets will aid in locating them if they become lost or should a disaster occur. Attending veterinarian – Dr. Suzanne Best, DVM will be the attending veterinarian at the clinic. For more information call 743-8679.

Roast pork supper

NORTH WATERFORD — On Saturday, Feb. 1, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. come enjoy a delicious roast pork supper with all the fixings at the Congregational Church, 5 Kezar Rd. (near Melby’s store), in North Waterford. A highlight of the meal is homemade pies for dessert. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages six to 16, and kids five and under eat for free.

Proceeds benefit the Waterford World’s Fair. For more information call Louise Lester at 894-8185 or e-mail louise1@maine.rr.com

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The Katahdin group provides alternative programming for students in grades 9 through 12, and has previously assisted with some of the Community Meals sponsored by the Raymond

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Tues., Feb. 4 — Diabetes self management program, 1 – 3 p.m., Bridgton Hospital. FMI 647-6064.

CASCO Thurs., Jan. 23 — Rescheduled due to snow: Thursday Night at the Movies, “Judy” (PG-13), 7 p.m., Casco Public Library.

Free and open to the public.

Registration appreciated but not required. FMI and to register 627-4541.

Sun., Jan. 26 — Super Sunday Family Movie, “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” (PG), 1 p.m., Casco Public Library. Free and open to the public.

Registration appreciated but not required. FMI and to register 627-4541.

Tues., Jan. 28 — Ukulele class for kids, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m., Casco Public Library, 5 Leach Hill Rd. FMI 627-4541.

Tues., Feb. 4 — Ukulele class for kids, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m., Casco Public Library, 5 Leach Hill Rd. FMI 6274541.

DENMARK Fri., Jan. 24 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, easy hike, Back Pond Reserve (1,200 ft.), Lovell. Meet at Denmark Congregational Church 8 a.m. FMI 756-2247.

Fri., Jan. 31 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, easy hike, Cave Mountain (1,350 ft.), Bartlett, N.H.; arduous hike, Mount Tremont (3,371 ft.), Crawford Notch, N.H. Meet at Denmark Congregational

BRIDGTON Thurs., Jan 23 — Rotary Club meeting, Bridgton Community Development Director Linda LaCroix speaker, 7 a.m., Community Center, 15 Depot St. Mon., Jan. 27 — Lake Region Community Chorus spring registration, 6:20 – 8:30 p.m., Twitchell Chapel, Bridgton Academy, North Bridgton.

All singers welcome. $25 registration fee. FMI musicsix@cox.net or 6472584.

Tues., Jan 28 — Food Pantry, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 South High St. FMI 647-2334 or 743-2606.

Tues., Jan 28 — Crafting at Bridgton Hospital activity of the month, 5 – 7 p.m., Board Room at the Hospital.

Sandwiches and beverages provided. Space is limited, registration encouraged.

FMI and to register 6476120.

Wed., Jan. 29 — Diabetes self management program, 1 – 3 p.m., Bridgton Hospital. FMI and to register 647-6064.

Wed., Jan. 29 — Free community dinner, 5:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 42 Sweden Rd. (Rte. 93). FMI 647-8549.

Fri., Jan. 31 — Diabetes self management program, 1 – 3 p.m., Bridgton Hospital. FMI 647-6064.

Mon., Feb. 3 — Socrates Cafe, 6:15 p.m., Community Center, Depot Street. Topic: How do we

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Kali Rodger and Brenden Wakefield of Fryeburg, Maine are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Kayden Markus Tyrone Rodger on Jan. 1, 2020 at 9:23 p.m. at Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H. Baby Kayden joins sisters Kyleigh and Brooklyn, and brother Brody.

Maternal grandparents: Stacy O’Brien of Tyngsboro, Mass. and Mark Rodger of Fryeburg, Maine. Paternal grandparents: Kim and Tyrone Wakefield of Madison, N.H. Kayla Savery and Burton Tainter of Conway, N.H. proudly announce the arrival of their daughter, Penny May Savery, who was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H. at 4:03 a.m., on Jan. 14, 2020.

Penny May joins sisters Sonya Tainter, Michaela Smith, and Brittany Tainter. Granparents: Martha and Whitney Savery of Copake, N.Y. Church 8 a.m. FMI 7562247.

FRYEBURG Thurs., Jan. 30 — “Porgy and Bess” opera lecture by Joe De Vito, 3 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, 18 Bradley St., Fryeburg Academy campus. Free and open to the public.

FMI 935-9232.

Sat., Feb. 1 — The Met Live in HD, “Porgy and Bess” by George Gershwin, directed by James Robinson, conducted by David Robertson, 1 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, 18 Bradley St., Fryeburg, on the Fryeburg Academy campus. $26 adults, $23 seniors, $18 students. FMI and tickets www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac or 9359232.

HARRISON Fri., Jan. 24 — Awaken the Heart somatic movement workshop with Kathryn Gardner, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Caswell Conservancy Center, 42 Main St. Sponsored by the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine. FMI 8907823.

Sat., Jan. 25 — Mr. Drew and His Animals Too, 3 p.m., Harrison Elementary School, Naples Road. Family-friendly.

Free, donations accepted.

AREA EVENTS Thurs., Jan. 23 — Keep Moving exercise class with Katie Hetterscheidt, ATC, 10 a.m., Saco Bay Physical Therapy (formerly Bader Physical Therapy), 176 Main St., Norway. FMI 890-2177 or 312-9955.

Fri., Jan. 24 — The Table Free Friday Fun

Night, 6 – 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway. Bingo with prizes.

Chem-free, family friendly.

Free refreshments. FMI 461-3093 (leave message) or aaturnleft3@gmail.com Sat., Jan. 25 — Free SCORE workshop: “Quickbooks for Small Businesses,” 9 a.m., – 4 p.m., Town Office, 19 Danforth St., Norway. For more information and to register go to oxfordhills. score.org or e-mail susan. kolm@scorevolunteer.org Sat., Jan. 25 — Soup and chowder fest, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Rd., Otisfield.

Free meal, donations accepted to benefit community projects.

Sat., Jan. 25 — Yellow Brick Road, Elton John Tribute Band, 7 p.m., Theater in the Wood, 41 Observatory Way in Intervale, N.H. Supports Believe in Books Literacy Foundation.

FMI and tickets www. theaterinthewood.org Tues., Jan. 28 — Reiki and self-Reiki with Charlotte Labelle, 1:30 – 3 p.m., Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, 199 Main St., Norway.

FMI 890-0329 or www. crcofwm.org Wed., Jan. 29 — Yoga Warriors, 3 – 4 p.m., Posabilities, 15 Tannery St., Norway. Gentle yoga for those challenged by cancer.

Preregistration encouraged. FMI and to register 890-0329.

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Peter Waugh, Volunteer Services Coordinator at Memorial Hospital, and Karen Dolan, Snowsports Director at Cranmore Mountain Resort, pose with four skiers from Pine Tree Elementary School. Photo Credit: Megan Penny

Ski helmets make a slope safety difference NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — Thanks to a helmet safety initiative to ensure local schoolchildren have appropriate helmets to participate in elementary ski programs, Memorial Hospital has provided a ski helmet to every child in its community who wants one. This program benefits students in the Eastern Slope Ski Club (ESSC) Junior Ski Program in the Conway School District and the Fryeburg Junior Ski Program in MSAD 72.

Memorial Hospital Foundation created the Roger Clapp Memorial Ski Helmet Fund to help put “a lid on every kid.” Clapp, who passed away in 2013,

was a hospital trustee for many years and a passionate lifelong skier. Family and friends donate to the fund and employees can contribute through special giving programs. Generous contributions enable the foundation to provide new, safetyapproved helmets for free or at a discount to children in the ski programs.

January is the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) National Safety Month. The NSAA website states that skiing and riding responsibly is the first priority for safety and helmets are an important second line of defense. The group reports that wearing helmets can decrease the risk of head injury by 10 to 50

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p.m., Deering Memorial Community Center, 39 Main St., South Paris.

Pot luck lunch at noon.

Sponsored by Teresia Reiki, supported by Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine. FMI 8902177 or 312-9955.

Tues., Feb. 4 — Woman’s cancer support group, 12 – 1:30 p.m., Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, 199 Main St., Norway. Bring a bag lunch or snack. FMI Jeanne 744-6173.

Wed., Feb. 5 — Yoga Warriors, 3 – 4 p.m., Posabilities, 15 Tannery St., Norway. Gentle yoga for those challenged by cancer. Preregistration

(Continued from Page 8A) Therapy (formerly Bader Physical Therapy), 176 Main St., Norway. FMI 890-2177 or 312-9955.

Fri., Jan. 31 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night, 6 – 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway. A night of fun and games. Chem-free, family friendly. Free refreshments. FMI 4613093 (leave message) or aaturnleft3@gmail.com Sat., Feb. 1 — Drum circle, beginners 10 a.m.

– noon, advanced 1 – 2

percent. Helmets can also mean the difference between a major or minor head injury, or between a minor head injury and no injury at all.

This year, over 200 helmets were distributed to students in December, prior to the start of the youth ski programs. To qualify for a free helmet, students must be enrolled in the school’s free/ reduced rate meals program, while others may purchase helmets at a significant discount.

More information about donating to the Roger Clapp Memorial Ski Helmet Fund may be found at www. memorialhospitalnh.org/ waystogive or by calling 603-356-5461, ext. 2269. encouraged. FMI and to register 890-0329.

Thurs., Feb. 6 — Keep Moving exercise class with Katie Hetterscheidt, ATC, 10 a.m., Saco Bay Physical Therapy (formerly Bader Physical Therapy), 176 Main St., Norway. FMI 890-2177 or 312-9955.

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by C.B. Cummings & Sons. In 2019, the garden opened a community market on Friday evenings, which gladly accepts SNAP benefits and offers a variety of organic fruits and vegetables, local crafts, free workshops and demonstrations, live music, kids’ activities, and more.

Local food and craft vendors are welcome to apply to join the market, which will be expanding in 2020 to include more farmers.

For further information and to learn more about the Community Garden go to alandaycommunitygarden.org/ or call 346-0708.

Harrison Rec notes

Upcoming Harrison Recreation Department events include: Mariners game. Rec is headed to the Portland Cross Insurance Arena on Saturday, Feb. 1, for the Maine Mariners game! A great family event with center ice seats! Participants will meet at 4:30 p.m. at the Harrison Town Office and head to Portland for a 6 p.m. game time. Register online or at the Town Office. Cost: $18 for residents and $20

for nonresidents. Return to Harrison at 8:45 p.m.

Mr. Drew and his Animals Too will be visiting this Saturday, Jan. 25, at 3 p.m., at Harrison Elementary School. This is a great family event for all and is free!

Annual Family Ice Fishing Derby is set for Sunday, Feb. 23. Rec is back for another great year of ice fishing! Rec Director Kayla Laird is still looking for sponsors that would like

to donate prizes! Contact Kayla if you would like to be a sponsor!

Senior Luncheon is set for Tuesday, Feb. 4, at the Community Room. Doors open at 11 a.m. Lunched is served at noon. The menu: spaghetti and meatballs followed by dessert and Bingo.

Also, a great time to sign up for March Madness, which will be held on Sunday, March 8. Cost: $10 for residents and $12 for nonresidents.

CRCWM events NORWAY — On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, located at 199 Main St. in Norway, will host two events to help spark creativity. “The First Slice,” a workshop designed specifically for those who want to write their memoir, will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is a continuation of some previous workshops but it is also open to those who are just beginning to put pen to paper.

In “Colorful Watercolors” from 1 to 3:30 p.m., a local artist will demonstrate simple techniques and ways to mix watercolors. All participants will have a fully drawn picture to paint and everyone will take home a finished piece matted and in a plastic

sheet cover. All materials will be provided. The class is limited to eight people so call 890-0329 soon to reserve a place.

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about either event and to find out about other activities at the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, go to www.crcofwm.org or call 890-0329.

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Continuations Farmers market recipe

Kale, butternut squash, and pancetta pie

By Nancy Tripp of Maine Morning Micro Roasters (Bridgton Farmers Market) This is one of my favorite fall and winter recipes.

Butternut squash and kale sautéed with pancetta and Parmesan cheese are wrapped in a buttery crust of phyllo dough making a show stopper of a dish for company on a cold winter’s eve.

At first read it will sound complicated but it is really very easy. Managing the phyllo pastry is the trickiest part and I don’t follow the rules. Instead of all butter I use half olive oil and half butter and I pickup multiple sheets of phyllo at a time instead of separating and coating individual sheets.

The sauté of pancetta and kale is layered with the squash and parmesan cheeses to create a striking dark green and orange filling that is also delicious. Sweet and salty, astringent and slightly bitter flavors combine to make this a fam- Kale, butternut squash, and pancetta pie makes a perily favorite. And it’s healthy too! fect show-stopper dish on cold winter’s evening.

Kale, butternut squash, and pancetta pie

roughly chopped ¼ cup water 7 Tblsp. unsalted butter, melted (can use half olive oil and half butter) (from Gourmet Magazine) 8 x 17 x 12-inch sheets of phyllo pastry 3 Tblsp. olive oil 1 oz. (½ cup) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1 butternut squash (around 1 lb.) peeled, seeded, and cut Preheat oven to 425 degrees. into ½-inch pieces (3½ cups) Saute squash in 2 Tblsp. of the oil in a heavy skillet ¾ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. pepper over medium heat with ¼ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper, stir1 medium onion, chopped ring frequently until lightly browned and just beginning to 4 slices (3½ ounces) pancetta soften — about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and spread 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped out to cool.

2 tsp. finely chopped fresh sage Add remaining tablespoon of oil to skillet, reduce heat 1½ lb. kale, center ribs removed and discarded then

to moderate and cook onion, pancetta, garlic, sage, and ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper, stirring frequently until onion is softened — about 7 minutes. Stir in kale and water, cook covered, stirring occasionally, until kale is just tender — about 6 minutes. Cool uncovered to room temperature.

Brush a 9-inch springform pan with butter. Unroll the phyllo dough and cover with a dampened towel. Working quickly, gently fit 1 sheet of phyllo into the pan and brush with butter (including overhang). Rotate pan slightly and add another sheet, brush in the same manner. Continue with the remaining 5 sheets until the edge of pan is covered.

Spread half the kale mixture in the bottom of the phyllo shell. Gently stir together the squash and the cheese and spread evenly over the kale then top with the remaining kale mixture.

Take the last sheet of phyllo and fold in half, brush with butter and fold into quarters. Place on top of the kale pie and roll the overhanging side pieces of phyllo up and over the top. Brush with more butter and bake until golden brown — 20 to 25 minutes.

Cool the pie on a rack for 5 minutes. Remove the sides of the springform pan and transfer to a platter. Cut into wedges and serve.

The pie can be baked 2 hours ahead of time and left in the pan uncovered. Reheat in a 350-degree oven.

The Bridgton Farmers Market runs on Saturdays at the Bridgton United Methodist Church, 214 Main St. from 9 a.m. to noon. SNAP/EBT always accepted. Double your SNAP dollars with the Harvest Bucks program — stop by and ask how. For a full list of vendors visit www.facebook. com/BridgtonFarmersMarket/ or contact bridgtonfarmersmarket.me@gmail.com

Norway church hosts Zydeco dancing NORWAY — All are invited to come experience Zydeco dancing at the First Universalist Church of Norway Concert Hall on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 7 to 9 p.m.

Zydeco is the music of Southwest Louisiana’s Black Creoles, a group of people of mixed African, Afro-Caribbean, Native American, and European descent who settled in the bayous. Zydeco is influenced by Cajun music, the Blues, and R&B, as well as by the music of Creoles’ original Tim Scott, CFRE; Art Mathisesn, Memorial Hospital president; and Linda Terry. cultures. No one can keep from dancing (photo credit: Melody Nestor) once they hear the Zydeco beat!

Dave Drago of West Paris, a 20-year aficionado of Zydeco Dancing, will give everyone a lesson (zydeco dancing is a bit like swing dancing) and then the CD dance party will begin. Dave and his dance partner, Melissa Pritchard of Portland, will demonstrate the dance steps and help everyone on their way to becoming Zydeco NORTH CONWAY, N.H. mental in capital campaigns their nine years of service dancers.

— Tim Scott and Linda Terry, for both the Academy and the on the Board, and Dr. Angus The word “Zydeco” comes from a colboth residents of Jackson, Community Center. He has Badger was also honored loquial Creole French expression, “Les N.H., were recently welcomed also served on several boards for his service to the Board haricots ne sont pas salés” (the snap beans to the Memorial Hospital and worked in healthcare in in his ex officio capacity aren’t salty), a Creole idiom for “the times Board of Trustees by Board planning, development, and as President of the Medical are hard.” Like many forms of music, Staff.

Chair Mary DeVeau and community relations.

Zydeco provides an escape from the hardThe full slate of Trustees ships of everyday life. At the core of Zydeco Terry is currently the chair Memorial Hospital President Art Mathisen. Scott and Terry of the Trustees of Trust Funds now includes: Mary DeVeau, bands are the accordion and the frottoir (a are actively involved in the in Jackson and the Vice chair; Robert Irwin, vice washboard worn like a vest), in addition to Mount Washington Valley President of the Friends of chair; Edward Kelly, trea- fiddles, keyboards, electric guitars, bass, community and bring signifi- the Jackson Public Library. surer; Michelle O’Donnell, and drums. cant professional experience She was a corporate attor- secretary; Corinne Ray, trustThe songs are about everything from ney for 30 years and served ee; Tim Scott, trustee; and food and love to the injustices rural southto the Board of Trustees.

Scott currently serves as as various officers for the Linda Terry, trustee. Ex offi- erners have to bear. But, it is the joy of the the executive director of the Soroptimist International in cio members: William Caron, accordion-driven Zydeco beat that brings North Conway Community Farmington, Conn., helping Jr., CEO of MaineHealth; people of all cultures out on the dance floor.

Center, and is also the found- raise funds for local women’s Rich Petersen, president of Dave retired to the Oxford Hills two MaineHealth; Art Mathisen, years ago after a long career as a quality er and president of his own programs.

Exiting Trustees Laura president of Memorial control engineer in Massachusetts and in development consulting firm.

He was previously Director Jawitz and Barbara Hopkins, Hospital; and Mary Vigeant, New Hampshire. He drives all over New of Development at Fryeburg who termed off the Board in APRN, President of the England for Zydeco dances and now he Academy, and was instru- November, were honored for Medical Staff. hopes to bring Zydeco dancing closer to home. For Dave, Zydeco dancing is an

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NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — M&D at Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse is pleased to announce two upcoming workshops that will be held at 2760 White Mountain Hwy. in North Conway.

Sharpen your monologue and audition skills with award-winning director, actor, and producer Michelle Aguillon in the Audition Monologue Workshop on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each participant should prepare a three-minute monologue.

No memorization is required, but it is highly advised to be as familiar with the piece as possible. Participants will learn how to present themselves in an audition setting and each will be asked to perform their monologue. Expect to be directed and work through it.

The Stage Combat Workshop led by Chris Cardoni will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m. This workshop will introduce participants to violence/depicting violence on stage, fight choreography, and safety concepts.

Participants will get a practical approach to slaps, punches, grapples, strangles, acting reactions, falling, styles, and acting moments.

Each workshop has a class limit of 25 people and there is a $10 suggested donation to help pay for M&D’s new projector.

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To learn more about Zydeco dancing, Dave recommends the Boston Zydeco website and, of course, coming to the First Universalist Church of Norway Zydeco dance! Admission is $8 per person, $12 per couple, and $20 for a family. Refreshments will be served. Proceeds benefit the church, which is located at 479 Main St. in Norway.

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Lakers push #1 Cats, but can’t get over hump

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Ryan Martin knew if York turned the basketball game into a track meet, his Lakers would be in big trouble.

“They have a bunch of different weapons that can

score from different spots.

Their strength is just how fast they can get up the court. They have guys who can run the floor and score so quickly,” Coach Martin said. “If you take 30 seconds off (make a bad pass, turn the ball over, take a quick

shot), it can become a six to seven-point swing just like that. If there are three or four moments like that in a game, that’s 25 points right there, and it’s hard to come back against that.”

Lake Region managed to stay within striking dis-

LEAH OWNS IT — Lake Region has a new record holder in the high jump — Leah Plummer cleared 4-feet 10-inches at last Friday’s indoor track & field meet held at the University of Southern Maine field house in Gorham.

Leah Plummer stands alone in HJ Laker lore Leah Plummer bumped three former Lakers off the indoor track & field record sheet Friday at the USM Field House in Gorham.

Leah broke the Lake Region record in the high jump with a 4-foot 10-inch leap to win the junior division. She had tied the old mark a couple of weeks ago at 4-foot-8, joining Laura Berry (2005), Sauntee Braddock (2007) and Hannah Chadwick (2016).

Now, Plummer stands alone.

And, she might not be done. “She had some great attempts at 5-feet, also,” Laker Coach Mark Snow said. “Congratulations Leah!”

GIRLS’ RESULTS JR 55 Meters: 1. Ellen Marquis-Boutin, Poland, 8.10; 7. Peyton Klein, 8.48 (PR); 9.

Caitlin Ross, 8.68; 24. Savannah Huggins, 9.46 (PR); 25. Rachel Lake, 9.72 (PR); 30.

Kate Akeley, 9.89 (PR) JR 55 Hurdles: 1. Olivia Marsanskis, Greely, 10.24; 5. Peyton Klein, 11.54 (PR); 10. Kate Akeley, 13.96 JR 200 Meters: 1. Lia Traficonti, Greely, 29.22; 10. Caitlin Ross, 32.22 (PR); 21.

Savannah Huggins, 35.84 (PR); 24. Rachel Lake, 36.23 (PR) JR High Jump: 1. Leah Plummer, 4-10 (PR, school record) JR Shot Put: 1. Maggie McGlauflin, Poland, 28-3.50; 4. Caitlin Ross, 22-3.5 SR 55 Meters: 1. Chenille Eccleston, Wells, 7.83; 4. Mackenzie Siebert, 8.05; 10.

Delaney Meserve, 8.56 (PR); 14. Kaitlyn Plummer, 8.84; 15. Isabella Wears, 8.97; 17. Rebecca Roy, 9.01; 31. Cierra Grover, 9.95 (PR) SR 55 Hurdles: 1. Darcy Cochran, Cape, 8.92; 7. Kaitlyn Plummer, 11.67 (PR) SR 200 Meters: 1. Chenille Eccleston, Wells, 29.17; 4. Mackenzie Siebert, 30.13; 8. Rebecca Roy, 32.78 Open 800 Meters: 1. Marin Provencher, Greely, 2:32.20; 5. Leah Plummer, 2:36.33 SR Shot Put: 1. Faith Davis, Poland, 32-5.50; 8. Emerson Dinsmore, 22-5 (PR); 9. Madison Martin, 21-8 (PR); 10. Ellery Hunt, 21-7.25 (PR); 11. Delaney Meserve 20-7.5; 12. Julia O’Kane, 19-2.25 (PR); 13.

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tance against the undefeated Wildcats during Monday’s matinee at Nutting Gym, but could never quite get over the hump.

Be it a Brady Cummins dunk, a Teagan Hynes 3-pointer or Will MacDonald’s slashing drive to the rim, York doused every rally attempt in the second half and rolled to a 78-60 victory. Cummins lead all scorers with 24 points while MacDonald added 21 while Hynes knocked down four 3-pointers to finish with 14 points.

“They are one of the best teams in the state of Maine right now. They are undefeated for a reason. You just can’t give them an inch. You give them an inch, they run with it,” Coach Martin said.

The Lakers started quick with as Liam Grass, coming off a big 18-point night at Freeport, continued to play with intensity, scoring the club’s first five points.

Having missed the Freeport game (a loss) due to illness, center Evan Willey looked strong and determined, draining a 3-pointer.

Offensive putbacks by Noah Duprey and Jacob Stone had the Lakers out to a stunning 12-5 lead.

Like some other big games this season, the offense then fizzled. York turned up its defensive pressure, forcing three straight turnovers resulting in a 7-0 run over the final 1:58 of the quarter.

Grass finally ended the LR scoring drought with a left-corner 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left to give the Lakers a 15-14 lead after one.

“I thought we played together offensively. We shared the ball really well.

I think we learned that if we’re disciplined on offense and we take great shots every possession, we’re a team that can put up as many points as we want to put up,” Coach Martin said.

“We’re struggling at times shooting the ball, but a lot of that goes to our shot selection. We have good shooters, so we should be shooting a better percentage. That

SHOT BLOCKED by York’s Evan Bourgoine as Lake Region’s Liam Grass attempts a fall-away jumper during the second half Monday. (Rivet Photo) YORK 78 LAKERS 60 Turnovers: LR 21, Y 10 Free Throws: LR 4-9, Y 17-20 Field Goals: LR 23-45, Y 26-48 Rebounds: LR 23 (Stone 6, Grass 6), Y 18 3-Pointers: LR 8 (Duprey 2, Willey 2, Langadas 2, Grass, Stone), Y 9 (Hynes 4, Linn 2) LR Scorers: Evan Willey 19, Derek Langadas 12, Jacob Stone 11, Liam Grass 10, Noah Duprey 8.

Y Scorers: Brady Cummins 24, Will MacDonald 21, Teagan Hynes 14, Riley Linn 10, Evan Bourgoine 4, Jonathan Donovan 3, Thomas Coughlin 2 Records: Lakers 5-7, York 12-0 will come if we take better shots.”

York’s offense hit its stride to start the second as Hynes and MacDonald drained 3-pointers, and Cummins converted a turnover into a dunk.

After Willey showed nice touch on a short jumper in the lane, LR had a chance to close a 5-point deficit, but went 0-for-4 from the

foul line.

York responded with a pair of 3-pointers to build an 11-point lead.

Some teams might get rattled by York’s quick strikes, but the Lakers regained their composure and focus (sticking to the game plan) to pull within 30-26 late in the period.

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‘PR City’ for Raider track

Friday was PR City for the Fryeburg Academy indoor track & field team.

Although the Raiders drew the late bracket (6:30 p.m. start at the USM Field House in Gorham), FA heated up the track with several outstanding personal record efforts.

The FA girls (62 points) placed fourth out of six teams while the boys (21 points) were fifth out of seven teams.

Boy’s side: JoJo Jensen had a fantastic night. JoJo lowered his 55-meter dash time to 7.63, won the 400-meter dash in 58.22 for a PR — a time that would have won the Senior Division. He also ran a leg on the 4x200 relay.

“JoJo works very hard in practice and he is seeing the results,” FA Coach Kevin McDonald said.

Derek Maxim set P.Rs. in the 55m (7.78) and the 400m with a 1:02.58, a two second improvement. Derek has yet to find his event, but he is a talent from the mile run down, his coach said.

Zack Hoeft had a nice meet with a PR in the 55m and had improvement of over a foot in the shot put with a throw of 32-04.75.

“We are very happy to have Zack on the team as he is fired up and ready to go at every practice,” Coach McDonald said. “We love that energy.”

Brody McGrath had a near 2-foot improvement in the shot put throwing 29-05.25.

“We would love to see Brody join the 30-foot club in the near future,” McDonald added.

The 4x200 meter relay is coming together as they raced almost 3 seconds faster than last week. The relay is made up of JoJo, Zack, Derek and Marcos Barrionuevo. “These young men are starting to show a lot of promise. Marcos dipped under 29 seconds in the 200m at the meet and that showed in the relays success.”

Girl’s side:Nyla Charest, Caileigh Crowe, Eylul Harcilar and Ella Baptista all had PRs in the 200m dash.

Abigail Hewes won the 400m with a time of 1:08.63 for a PR. Madi McIntyre came home second in the 55m hurdles.

Bridget O’Neil was second in the 800m run with a time of 2:40.61.

The 4x800 relay is starting to come together with Abigail, Hope Duffy, Sophie Kummer and Madi. They are currently ranked 18th in the state. The 4x200 relay raced to a PR of 2:00.92 and are looking to dip under the 2-minute mark. The relay is made up of Jenn L’Hommedieu, Abigail, Bridget and Livia DeVries.

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TRYING TO MAKE SOMETHING HAPPEN inside the lane are (left) Will Hallam and Eloi Terricabras against Freeport on Monday.

(Rivet Photos)

When pressed, FA lose big ‘Mo’

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Sedge Saunders knew it was coming.

With Fryeburg Academy dominating the first half by finding the cracks in the Freeport defense and driving to the rim, the Raiders enjoyed a 24-15 halftime lead.

Forward Elio Terricabras had a hot start, making three shots in the lane as FA scooted to a 14-8 lead.

In the second, FA con-

tinued to attack the lane as junior Eli Mahan hauled down five rebounds and scored four points to lead the charge.

Then, everything changed.

Freeport brought full court pressure, and the Raiders cracked.

Senior guard Heath Cockburn provided the offensive spark the Falcons needed, striking twice from behind the arc. Blaine Cockburn opened the half

with a pair of foul shots and then added a trey, and suddenly FA’s lead was gone.

Momentum swung in Freeport’s favor and never left as the Falcons outscored the Raiders 30-8 in the second half for a 45-32 victory Monday at Wadsworth Arena.

The loss was deflating for Coach Saunders and his Raiders, coming off a gritty 58-55 overtime win on Friday at Yarmouth (a clutch 3-pointer by Calvin

Southwick to force overtime, and a 19-point night

by Armel Maloji).

“We didn’t get into our press break, and we told them it (full-court pressure) was coming. Therefore, we were disorganized, we turned it over in the scrambles, and they got clean looks at the offensive end.

That was it, right there,” Coach Saunders said. “We have some guys who still think they can dribble PRESS, Page 2B

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Lakers can’t get over hump important it was to get the ball to the middle, getting different guys to rotate to the middle of the floor. Once we had it in the middle, we sent guys to the rim,” Coach Martin said. “We had a lot of looks where we wanted inside, we just didn’t do it consistently.”

York answered the LR run by scoring six unanswered points to take a 36-26 halftime lead.

In most games, Coach Martin would be thrilled to see his team score 22 points from a variety of points on the floor and by four different players (Willey 8 including a 3-point play with 3.1 seconds left, Stone 7,

SURROUNDED near the sideline, but still able to get a pass away is Lake Region center Evan Willey.

Defending are York’s Brady Cummins (#23).

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But, York was equal to the challenge, scoring two 3-pointers, a 3-point play and going 5-for-5 at the foul line.

Over the opening three minutes of the fourth, the Lakers made their final run at the Cats. Noah Duprey swished a 3-pointer, Willey connected on a baseline jumper and Langadas went 2-for-2 from the charity stripe.

Then, the game unraveled. LR shot just 3-of-9 from the field while York sizzled at 8-for-12 including another Cummins (8 points in the quarter) dunk following a turnover. York converted 7-of-10 chances from the foul line, going on a 10-5 run to close out the game.

“We knew taking quick shots tonight would lead to transition points for them.

We knew turning the ball over would lead to transition points. The focus, for us, was being strong with the basketball and getting guys to the middle of the floor and being disciplined in our shot selection. We were only sending two guys to rebound, and everybody else was getting back on defense. I thought, in pockets, we did a decent job,” Coach Martin said. “They felt uncomfortable a little bit, and we were a few pos-

sessions away from making it a tight game at the end.”

Tough road loss. With Evan Willey out of the lineup Friday, the Lakers needed others to step up their games.

Derek Langadas had the hot hand, scoring 22. Liam Grass made a statement, adding 18.

“Those guys took it as a challenge. Liam in the first half was the best we’ve seen him all year,” Coach Martin said. “His strength is getting to the rim. He’s so athletic.

He made a point of emphasis to really attack and be aggressive. That’s something he and others need to do when Evan is in the game. We need other scorers than just Evan.”

But, the Lakers had no answer for Gabe Wagner, who scored a game-high 26 points to lead Freeport (6-6) to a 67-58 home win.

LR fell behind by five early, but checked into halftime down just a bucket.

Freeport took control with a 15-8 run in the third.

Noah Duprey scored 6 points on a pair of 3-pointers, while Ethan McMurray added 5, Jacob Stone 5 and Isaac Holland 2.

Although a pair of tough losses dropped the Lakers to 5-7, they still occupy the #3 spot in Class B South.

The road, however, doesn’t

FLOATER FOR TWO — Lake Region’s Derek Langadas shoots the ball before York defenders Teagan Hynes (/#11) and Riley Linn can make a stop.

(Rivet Photo) get any easier. LR traveled to Lincoln Academy on Wednesday, go to Gray-NG (7-5) on Friday at 7 p.m. and Greely (10-3) on Tuesday.

The Lakers’ next home game is next Thursday against Poland (3-9) at 7 p.m.

“All that matters is that you’re playing your best basketball during February break. If we can find a way

to focus on getting better one day at a time, and if we can play our best basketball at the end, then we can make a deep run,” Coach Martin said. “I don’t think there are any standout teams in Class B South, there are a lot of really good teams. All teams that we can beat if we play 32 minutes of good basketball.”

Something, the Lakers continue to search for.

CALLING FOR THE BALL is Raider forward Eli Mahan as teammate Calvin Southwick looks to create in the paint.

(Rivet Photos)

Press causes FA to lose ‘Mo’ (Continued from Page 1B) through the zone press. At some point, they need to figure it out. We’re looking for people who can execute. Right now, it’s just not consistent. Some days, we execute. Some halves, we execute. We need to put together a full game, and then keep it going.”

It was certainly a tale of two halves. FA worked the paint early and took/made high percentage shots, going 6-of-10 from the field.

“In the first half, we moved the ball side to side.

We moved the ball to the open guy before the defense rotated, and got the looks we wanted,” the coach said.

“Then, we got real stagnant in the second half and obviously we’re not where we need to be. That killed us, and there goes the momentum.”

FA was ice cold, going 2-for-11 from the field in the third quarter and 0-for-2

from the foul line.

Yet, the Raiders were still in the game. A baseline jumper by Eli Mahan tied the game at 28-28. Freeport jumped ahead by a bucket as Tre Morris scored a layup on a zipped pass through the FA defense.

Down 30-28, the Raiders turned up their defensive pressure and junior guard Armel Maloji created a steal. He raced down the court, and attempted a dunk.

But, the ball bounced off the rim, Freeport forward Alex Helie snagged the rebound and found Gabe Wagner headed the other way. Wagner scored inside the lane, was fouled and he converted the free throw for a 33-28 Freeport lead.

The sequence was somewhat of a game changer. FA would get no closer than seven points when Mahan sank two foul shots with 4:42 left. Freeport (7-6)

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(Continued from Page 1B) pressure, moved the ball to the middle of the floor on the offensive end, and Jacob Stone zipped passes on time to Willey as he cut to the rim, scoring easily.

Derek Langadas, who netted three 3-pointers en route to a 22-point night at Freeport, was the beneficiary of good ball movement as he was able to square up and pull the trigger on a trey.

“Since they play that extended 2-3 and 1-2-2, their guys are so high up that if we get the ball to the ball to the middle of the floor, we then had a 3-on-2 advantage. We talked about that the whole game of how

STRONG TAKE TO THE RIM by Raider guard Armel Maloji as Freeport’s Colby Arsenault attempts to block the shot. closed the game with an thousand times. You’ve got 8-2 run. to have the points. Forget “We still had our chanc- the dunk. I’ve said before, if es. Missing a dunk doesn’t you’re going to dunk, it bethelp. It proved to be a five- ter go in,’ Coach Saunders point swing because we said. “We showed determimissed the shot, and they nation and poise in a great went down and got a 3-point win over Yarmouth, but once play. We’ve talked about it a PRESS, Page 3B

FREEPORT 45 RAIDERS 32 Turnovers: FA 20, FRE 14 Free Throws: FA 3-10, FRE 8-12 Field Goals: FA 14-46, FRE 15-45 Rebounds: FA 33 (Mahan 9, Terricabras 7), FRE 25 FA scorers: Eloi Terricabras 10, Armel Maloji 8, Eli Mahan 8, Ethan Bain 5, Will Hallam 1 FRE scorers: Blaine Cockburn 14, Heath Cockburn 13, Gabe Wagner 7, Morris Trevaughn 4, Colby Arsenault 4, Elias Thomas 2, Alex Helie 2, William Holt 1 3-Pointers: FA 1 (Bain), FRE 5 (H. Cockburn 4, B. Cockburn)

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January 23, 2020, The Bridgton News, Page 3B

SHOWING OFF THEIR MOVES during halftime of the Fryeburg-Freeport basketball game Monday were the Fryeburg Rec Little Dribblers.

(Rivet Photos)

Press causes FA to lose ‘Big Mo’

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top nine squads make the tournament. FA faced 12-1 Waynflete Wednesday and host Cape Elizabeth (4-9) on Friday at 7 p.m. The Raiders travel to Poland (3-9) for a 6:30 p.m. game on Tuesday.

Girls’ hardwood recaps

Lakers on the clock With six regular season games remaining and sitting in the 10th spot in Class B South, the Lake Region girls are on the clock.

They missed a couple of golden opportunities to move up into the playoff picture, seeing a lead lost at Wells, and then unable to finish at York Monday night.

LR erased a 20-13 halftime deficit with a 17-7 third quarter run against the Wildcats (9-4). But, York rallied in the fourth by scoring 24 points to claim a 51-47 victory.

Freshman Melissa Mayo lead the Lakers with 13 points, including a pair of 3-pointers, while Liz Smith tossed in 12 points (including a trey). Shelby Sheldrick netted 8 points (a trey) and Shauna Hancock also contributed 8 points (a pair of treys). Other scorers were: Elle Hall 4, Bella Russo 2.

Good start, then fizzle.

Laker Coach Paul True had

to really like what he saw in the first eight minutes of last week’s road trip to Freeport.

Facing the top-ranked Falcons, the Lakers jumped out to a 17-8 lead.

It went downhill after that.

With the Lakers managing just 3 points in each of the final quarters, the Falcons (9-3) rolled to a 45-26 victory.

Shauna Hancock lead the Lakers with 12 points while Liz Smith had 5, Bella Russo 3, Shelby Sheldrick 3 and Melissa Mayo had 3 points.

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Academy (which currently holds the final Class B South playoff spot, up 16 tourney points on the Lakers) Wednesday (makeup) at 5:30 p.m. LR travels to Gray-New Gloucester (8-4) on Friday for a 5:30 p.m. game, host Greely (121) on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., and head to Poland (3-8) next Friday, Jan. 31 for a 6:30 p.m. contest.

Raiders unable to rally for tough start Caroline Smith is one of the top players in the league, but that didn’t seem to both Fryeburg’s Sierra Lyman.

Freeport had too much firepower for the Raiders to handle Monday, jumping out to a 14-5 and 31-15 first half leads en route to a 55-39 victory. Smith scored 14 points as the Falcons improved to 10-3.

While the Raiders dropped their 11th contest, FA showed plenty of fight in the second half, actually battling their hosts 24-24.

And Lyman had a huge day. She scored a game-high 23 points, including a pair of 3-pointers. Camden Jones chipped in 7 points (a trey), while Brooke Emery had 4, Merys Carty 3 and Kayrin Johnson 2.

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(Continued from Page 2B) again, we didn’t take care of the ball today and the things that we need to do better, we didn’t do. We really need more practice time, to be honest, to get these guys to where they need to be. A lot of these guys we didn’t have during the summer, which is the time that you can really hammer the fundamentals.

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Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips Denmark Mountain Hiker Rachel Pickus snuggles her dog Finn on the summit of Peary Mountain.

(Photo by Amy Morton)

by Allen Crabtree

Denmark Mountain Hikers climbing the last steps to the summit of Peary Mountain. (Photo by Amy Morton)

Mount Washington from the summit of Peary Mountain.

(Photo by Paul Waterhouse)

10 years, 462 hikes, +/- 2,000 miles When I think back over the 10 years that the Denmark Mountain Hikers have been hitting the trail, there is a flood of memories.

The group started climbing the hills and mountains in Maine and New Hampshire on every Friday, in all seasons, on Jan. 10, 2010.

Most of my memories of the long list of peaks climbed over 10 years are very pleasant — the resinous smell of the pines and spruce that the trails traverse, the riot of wildflowers in the spring, the brilliant colors of autumn, the crisp bite of winter cold on my face, the fantastic views from the summits we climb.

Some of the memories are less than pleasant, like the

impossibly difficult scrambles up ledges and cliffs (are we there yet?), the mornings when the legs and hips are aching from old age and every step up is a trial, and the profound sadness when we lost one of our hikers with us on the trail at way too early an age.

Denmark Mountain Hikers are formed I remember my first hike with the Denmark Mountain Hikers, before there was such a group. My wife Penny and I had lived in this area for about 10 years (yes, we are still considered as being from “away”) when our friend and minister John Patrick from the Denmark Congregational Church approached me.

“You are a hiker and backpacker, aren’t you?” he asked.

“Yes, but it has been awhile,” I replied, not sure what John had in mind.

“Why don’t you join a group of us this Friday on a snowshoe hike to one of our favorite local mountains?”

I met John and several others from the Denmark Congregational Church on bright, clear and cold morning on Jan. 10, 2010, to climb Peary Mountain in Brownfield. It was a great day for a hike, although I soon found out that I was not in shape for climbing even the small mountain and short hike that Peary Mountain represented. I had an old pair of snowshoes and my Sorrell hunting boots and struggled through the waist-deep snow. The final, nearly straight-up part of the trail to the summit nearly killed me.

Once on the summit, however, with blue skies, a view that wouldn’t quit, and a chance to meet the other hikers that John had invited,

I had a wonderful time. It brought back memories of other peaks I had climbed and the wonderful vistas experienced in many places around the world.

At some point after our hike, John suggested that there were a lot of folks in the area that liked to hike and “wouldn’t it be a great idea to form a hiking group and do this regularly?” It took a while to get into a regular schedule — our next hike wasn’t until May 21, 2010 — but we were soon having a hike every Friday, year-round, and began to explore all the wonderful hills and mountains in our area. It was about this time that John and I came up with the group’s name — the Denmark Mountain Hikers.

Camaraderie and friendship What have impressed me most over the past 10 years are the camaraderie and friendships that have developed within the group.

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(Photo by Gordon Farrell) vibrant spirit of the Denmark Mountain Hikers, with their stories shared and unselfish assistance to one another as they meet the challenges of the climb. We couldn’t have functioned so successfully as a group without the participation of everyone who has hiked with us, the volunteers who have been our “leads” and “sweeps” keeping everyone together on the trail and pointed in the right direction to the summit, and everyone who has contributed to make it all work.

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I also asked our group leader, Pastor John Patrick, about his favorite take-away from our hiking group. He said that the opportunities to meet new people and learn more about those who have hiked with us on other hikes is the most memorable thing. A gratifying offshoot of the Denmark Mountain Hikers is the way that hikers who meet for the first time on one of our hikes have formed friendships and have gone hiking on their own, in RAMBLING, Page 5B

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Laker indoor track & field

(Continued from Page 1B) Long Jump: 1. Lia Traficonti, Greely, 14-10; 15. Isabella Wears, 12-3.5 JR 4X200: 1. Greely, 2:01.30; 3.

Lake Region, 21:08.88; Kate Akeley 35.8 (PR), Caitlin Ross 32.6, Peyton Klein 31.7, Leah Plummer 28.8 (PR) Open 4X200 Relay: 1. Cape Elizabeth, 1:59.53; 6. Lake Region, 2:08.35; Rebecca Roy 32.6 (PR), Delaney Meserve 31.5 (PR), Kaitlyn Plummer 32.9, Mackenzie Siebert 31.4 Team Standings: 1. Poland 163, 2.

Greely 159, 3. Cape Elizabeth 117.5, 4.

Wells 78, 5. Traip Academy 42, 6. Lake Region (8-12) 33, 7. St. Dom’s/Lisbon 13, 8. North Yarmouth Academy 8 BOYS’ RESULTS JR 55 Meters: 1. Dominic Kunz, Traip, 7.33; 4. David Delvecchio, LR, 7.61 (PR); 17. Keegan Owens, 8.04 (PR); 30. Josiah England, 8.45; 33. Logan Buchanan, 8.65 (PR); 38.

Jonathan Boos, 9.13 JR 200 Meters: 1. Tory Davis,

Poland, 26.27; 5. David Delvecchio, LR, 27.57 (PR); 13. Keegan Owens, 28.88 JR 55 Hurdles: 1. Nolan Garey, Poland, 8.77; 5. Josiah England, 10.80 (PR) JR Shot Put: 1. Hunter Smith, St. Dom’s, 36-4.50; 11. Alex Kuvaja, 25-11.25; 16. Keegan Owens 22-8.5 (PR); 20. Jonathan Boos, 20-3 SR 55 Meters: 1. Seamus Reeve, Traip, 7.06; 21. Nick Peterson, LR, 7.82; 28. Matt Fitzpatrick, 8.38; 31.

Sanjay Tucker, 8.75 SR 200 Meters: 1. Seamus Reeve, Traip, 24.74; 19. Matt Fitzpatrick, 30.17 SR 400 Meters: 1. Hunter Burkhardt, St. Dom’s, 55.15; 7. Ethan Colson, 1:01.81 (PR) SR Shot Put: 1. John Huntsman, NYA, 35-3.75; 5. Ethan Colson 28-2.25; 11. Sanjay Tucker, 21-8.25 Open 800 Meters: 1. James Cognata, St. Dom’s, 2:07.88; 5. Jeff McCubrey, 2:22.99

Long Jump: 1. Oscar Gustafson, Cape, 18-2.75; 8. Nick Peterson, 16-0.75; 13. Ethan Colson, 15-7.75 (PR); 15. David Delvecchio, 15-5.5 (PR) Triple Jump: 1. Oscar Gustafson, Cape, 37-1.50; 6. Nick Peterson, 33-5.25 JR 4X200 Relay: 1. Wells, 1:49.47; 5. Lake Region, 1:56.79 (season best); Josiah England 30.0 (PR), Logan Buchanan 30.9 (PR), Keegan Owens 29.0, David Delvecchio 26.9 (PR) Open 4X200 Relay: 1. Poland, 1:43.41; 7. Lake Region, 1:53.11; Nick Peterson 27.8, Jeff McCubrey 27.8, Sanjay Tucker 30.9, Ethan Colson 26.6 (PR) Team Standings: 1. Wells 128, 2.

St. Dom’s/Lisbon 110, 3. Poland 96, 4. Greely 93, 5. Traip Academy 82, 6.

Cape Elizabeth 77, 7. North Yarmouth Academy 15, Lake Region 15 Up next: The Lakers take part in the early meet this Friday at 3:30 p.m. at the USM Field House in Gorham.

Raider indoor track & field recap

(Continued from Page 1B) BOYS’ RESULTS JV 55 Meters: 1. Caleb Paggagallo, York, 7.11; 8.

Jojo Jensen, FA, 7.63; 12.

Derek Maxim, 7.78; 13.

Zechariah Hoeft, 7.80; 17.

Padric McGrath, 8.04; 24.

Marcos Barrionuevo, 8.22; 27. Daniel Koo, 8.33; 33.

Michael Trumbull, 8.71; 37. Sebastion Drosa, 9.07; 38. Brody McGrath, 9.17; 42. Mason Whitaker, 10.26 JV 200 Meters: 1. Seth Hulstrom, York, 25.37;

17. Marcos Barrionuevo, FA, 28.95; 24. Daniel Koo, 30.25; 25. Zechariah Hoeft, 30.48; 26. Michael Trumbull, 30.56; 30.

Sebastion Drosa, 33.32; 31.

Brody McGrath, 33.79 JV 400 Meters: 1. Jojo Jensen, FA, 58.22; 5. Derek Maxim, 1:02.58 JV 4X200 Relay: 1.

York, 1:41.56; 3. Fryeburg Academy, 1:53.94 JV Shot Put: 1. Matt Charpentier, York, 38-8.75; 5. Padric McGrath, FA, 32-6.50; 6. Zechariah

Hoeft, 32-4.75; 7. Brody McGrath, 29-5.25; 8. Mason Whitaker, 28-10; 11. Marcos Barrionuevo, 24-0.50 GIRLS’ RESULTS SR 55 Meters: 1. Emma Abbott, Freeport, 7.97; 3.

Jenn L’Hommedieu, FA, 8.05; 17. Jordan Eastman, 9.16 JV 55 Meters: 1. Emmie Riendeau, Freeport, 8.13; 28. Caleigh Crowe, FA, 9.44 SR 200 Meters: 1. Hayley Smith, York, 27.45; 3. Jenn L’Hommedieu, FA, 29.78; 13. Madison McIntyre, 35.17; 17.

Katherine Trumbull, 36.10; 18. Jordan Eastman, 38.52 Fryeburg Academy graduate Anna Lastra placed third JV 200 Meters: 1. Faith out of 29 competitors in the 800-meters at the Sorlien Memorial Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 18, hosted by the University of Rhode Island, at the Mackal Fieldhouse.

A senior at Stonehill, Lastra turned in a time of 2:19.74.

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Brichetto, Freeport, 29.71; 14. Nyla Charest, FA, 31.98; 21. Caleigh Crowe, 34.22; 27. Eylul Harcilar, 35.44; 30. Ella Baptista, 37.31 SR 400 Meters: 1. Abigail Hewes, FA, 1:08.63 Open 800 Meters: 1.

Alexandra Brent, York, 2:33.78; 2. Bridget O’Neil, FA, 2:40.61; 13. Hope Duffy, 3:04.13; 14. Sophia Kummer, 3:05.72 SR 55 Hurdles: 1.

Hayley Smith, York, 9.23; 2. Madison McIntyre, FA, 11.49 JV 55 Hurdles: 1.

Alexandra Brent, York, 9.32; 5. Livia DeVries, FA, 11.38; 6. Ella Baptista, 11.96 JV 4X200 Relay: 1.

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York, 2:02.58; 4. Fryeburg Academy, 2:18.68 Open 4X200 Relay: 1.

York, 1:53.85; 2. Fryeburg Academy, 2:00.92 Open 4X800 Relay: 1.

York, 11:58.97; 2. Fryeburg Academy, 12:00.90 SR Shot Put: 1. Zoe Barnes, Gray-NG, 34-11.25;

13. Katherine Trumbull, FA, 22-3 JV Shot Put: 1. Lorenza Piper, Gray-NG, 28-9.75; 7.

Ella Baptista, FA, 23-3 Up next: The Raiders have been moved up to the 3:30 p.m. bracket for this Friday’s meet at the USM Field House in Gorham.

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(Continued from Page 4B) addition the regular Friday hikes of the DMH. Hikers are naturally drawn to others with similar interests, and often life-long friendships develop on the trail. When you go for a hike, the people you hike with, and those who you meet on the trail, are almost invariably welcoming and friendly. There is something almost magical about the relationships that hiking encourages. Most of our hikers are what I like to call “Senior Hikers” — folks in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and even 90s regularly climbing mountains with us. It helps keep all of us young.

We’re just a baby hiking club There were 29 Denmark Mountain Hikers who climbed Peary Mountain for our Jan. 10, 2020 celebration of 10 years as a hiking group. We were all patting ourselves on the back for our accomplishments.

After all, in 10 years, we’d taken 462 hikes, put nearly 2,000 miles under our hiking boots, and developed an e-mailing list of 647 hikers all over the country who get weekly hike reports and photos. In 2019, we averaged 10 per hike for the 60 hikes we took. We have had from two to 25 hikers each hike this year, but the 29 hikers for the 10-year celebration were the most we’ve ever had on one hike.

We don’t have any membership dues, no membership cards or secret code rings, no secret handshakes, no officers and no bylaws.

We put out a monthly hiking schedule and whoever chooses can just show up at the church on Friday morning and join the hike that day. Pretty good huh?

In addition to hiking for pleasure, the DMH have also adopted the South West Ridge Trail on Pleasant Mountain, where we do light trail maintenance twice

Common Name: Lake Trout, Togue Other Names: Laker, Grey Trout, Mackinaw Origin: Native Adult Size: In most waters, lake trout commonly reach lengths of 18 to 24 inches and weights of 2 to 4 pounds.

They are among the longest-lived and largest freshwater game fish, often living 20 years or more and attaining sizes of over 30 inches and 10 pounds.

10 years of Senior Rambling a year for the Loon Echo Land Trust, to give back so others can enjoy the trail.

Yet, in the scheme of things, the Denmark Mountain Hikers are still babies as hiking groups go. Worldwide, there are 7,468 hiking groups with 6,032,449 members, which doesn’t include our group.

We are certainly not the oldest hiking club in Maine — that honor in Maine goes to the Portland White Mountain Club formed in August 1873 that lasted 11 years. The Appalachian Mountain Club was formed in 1876 and is still going strong. The Randolph Mountain Club was formed in 1910 and is still active.

Many collegiate outing clubs were formed more than 100 years ago (e.g. University of New Hampshire OC 1911; Harvard OC 1924; Tufts OC 1939). Most clubs

have annual dues, officers, bylaws and more structure than the DMH. For example, the Appalachian Mountain Club has dues and chapters, as does the Maine Outdoor Adventure Club, formed 1989 with 750 members.

Many of them have adopted trail building and maintenance as part of their public service.

So, the Denmark Mountain Hikers are not the biggest, nor the oldest, nor the most organized group of hikers around. But it seems to work for us and we like the model. It fits the little town of Denmark and the folks who faithfully turn out every Friday to take a hike.

If you hike or would like to take up hiking to help keep you healthy and meet new like-minded friends, come to the Denmark Church any Friday at 8 a.m., or contact me for more information.

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SMAA-WMC Giant Slalom at Shawnee Peak, Jan. 15 Girls’ Standings: Fryeburg Academy 37, Greely 43, Cheverus 46, Freeport 50, Lake Region 61, Gorham no score Racer 1st Run 2nd Run Total 1. Lizzy Hanson, GRE 35.84 37.37 1:13.21 4. Sam Winterbottom, FA 36.40 37.92 1:14.32 5. Alli Vogel, LR 37.11 38.16 1:15.27 10. Olivia Krug, FA 40.12 39.19 1:18.21 11. Abigail Winterbottom, FA 39.34 40.89 1:20.23 12. Willow Carter, FA 40.67 40.75 1:21.42 13. Marra MacMillan, FA 39.16 42.42 1:21.58 14. Rene Carver, LR 39.90 41.78 1:21.68 16. Emma Cole, LR 40.36 41.77 1:22.13 21. Sasha Maguire, FA 44.46 43.53 1:27.99 23. Grace Murley, FA 43.17 45.83 1:29.00 25. Reannah Dingley, LR 43.66 46.28 1:29.94 27. Lillian Nylan, FA 47.44 47.20 1:34.64 28. Lucas Burford, FA 45.89 49.88 1:35.77 29. Elsie Leonard, FA 47.88 48.74 1:36.62 31. Holly Duigan, LR 51.15 51.43 1:42.58 Boys’ Standings: Fryeburg Academy 30, Greely 32, Lake Region 47, Freeport 53, Gorham 61, Cheverus 115 Racer 1st Run 2nd Run Total 1. Will Marshall, FA 32.27 32.29 1:04.56 2. Logan Davis, LR 33.52 32.76 1:06.28 3. Matthew Gunther, FA 33.24 33.31 1:06.55 6. Brandon Beadnell, LR 35.30 36.02 1:11.32 11. Casey Berger, LR 36.34 37.77 1:14.11 12. Hogan Bemis, FA 37.04 37.47 1:14.51 14. Andrew Turner, FA 36.86 38.76 1:15.62 22. Ian Jacobson, FA 38.83 40.26 1:19.09 23. Dana Hamlin, FA 40.15 39.52 1:19.67 28. Alex Freitas, LR 41.05 42.44 1:23.49 29. Braeden Harlow, FA 42.03 41.91 1:23.94 30. Ezra Gronlund, LR 41.49 42.83 1:24.32 37. David Bellis-Bennett, FA 43.40 45.09 1:28.49 38. Corbin Blake, FA 43.93 45.10 1:29.03 45. Aaron Zakon, FA 45.39 45.38 1:30.77 50. Benedict Nothe, FA 50.58 49.53 1:40.11 — Zach Vogel, LR DNF 34.95 — Danali Jensen, FA DNF 39.88 — Jacob Gilmore, LR 47.83 DNF Triple C M.S. Giant Slalom, Jan. 14, Shawnee Peak Final Girls’ Standings: Lake Region Middle School 17, Freeport 26, Molly Ockett Middle School no score, Windham no score Racer 1st Run 2nd Run Total 1. Lauren Roy, LRMS 22.68 22.16 43.86 2. Ashley Pelletier, LRMS 23.22 22.75 45.27 6. Lyla Levesque, LRMS 24.97 25.39 50.36 8. Mallory Casavola, LRMS 26.18 27.54 53.72 9. Madison Frost, LRMS 27.35 27.64 54.29 11. Laura Dutton, LRMS 27.08 27.94 55.02 16. Lainey Rousey, MOMS 31.06 32.17 1:03.23 17. Madison Murray, MOMS 30.56 33.17 1:03.54 19. Brackett Clark, MOMS 36.30 36.17 1:11.32 Final Boys’ Standings: Freeport 22, Windham 28, Lake Region Middle School 54, Molly Ockett Middle School 102 Racer 1st Run 2nd Run Total 1. Andrew Hare, WIND 20.95 20.87 41.69 2. Zane Tully, MOMS 23.02 22.48 44.97 5. Brady Chappell, LRMS 24.22 23.71 47.39 11. Griffin Duigan, LRMS 25.60 25.34 50.94 16. Gabe Grace, LRMS 26.08 25.68 51.76 22. Adrian Wozich, LRMS 27.98 27.33 55.16 23. Koen Patterson, MOMS 27.70 28.35 55.33 26. Joshua Wright, LRMS 30.14 30.59 1:00.08 32. Collin Varney, LRMS 32.55 31.84 1:04.36 37. Ben Allocco, MOMS 34.96 32.72 1:05.38 40. Gideon Slayton, MOMS 32.70 33.17 1:05.87

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members) in 2019.

The purpose of the 2019 meeting was to discuss recent changes in the lake’s fishery and proposed changes in fishery management, particularly in relation to an overpopulation of togue and problems associated with a lack of forage fish.

MDIFW proposed more liberal regulations on lake

trout, which were due to take effect Jan. 1, 2020.

In addition, MDIFW staff and focus group members also discussed changes in angler harvest and the idea that many anglers today simply fish for recreation and release their surplus or unwanted togue alive. There was clearly a need to develop some new and creative outlets for these fish that would encourage harvest.

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This week’s puzzle theme:

The Oscars

ACROSS 1. Cracked open 5. Protrude 8. *”Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood” supporting nominee 12. Eggnog time, traditionally 13. Pol request 14. Capital of Senegal 15. *Jo Van Fleet won for her role in “East of ____” 16. Augmented 17. Shoemaker without shoes, e.g.

18. Ones full of desire 20. VSCO girl’s shoes 21. New Zealand native 22. “The Nutcracker” step 23. Boiled bread product, pl.

26. Guarapo de jagua fruit 30. Edith Wharton’s “The ____ of Innocence” 31. “____ ‘er ____!”

34. *1935 Best Picture nominee “A ____ of Two Cities” 35. Plant a.k.a. golden buttons 37. *Dustin Hoffman was nominated for role in “____ the Dog” 38. Does like Matryoshka 39. Narrative poem 40. Brunch drink 42. Gumshoe 43. 10-sided polygon 45. Qatar native 47. Greek R

48. “Friends” favorite spot?

50. Fodder holder 52. *Oscar winner for “The Revenant” and 2020 nominee 55. Uses a paring knife 56. Twelfth month of Jewish civil year 57. Whirlpool 59. *The first to refuse his award, for “Patton” 60. *He was nominated for “Lost in Translation” 61. Sunburn aid 62. Negative contraction 63. Chi precursor 64. *”The Marriage Story” nominee DOWN 1. Reply to a captain 2. *Renée Zellweger’s role 3. Away from wind 4. Dub again 5. *Movie with most 2020 Oscar nominations 6. First cradles 7. *Oscar-winners Gore, Fonda and Cameron did this talk, pl.

8. *South Korean black comedy thriller 9. Image in an Orthodox church 10. Soaks in rays 11. The old college one 13. With numerous veins 14. Backless sofa 19. Campaign trail gathering 22. Coach’s talk

23. Diminished 24. Open-mouthed 25. Relating to a gene 26. Garbage in, garbage out 27. Primo, on Italian menu 28. What tailor shops do 29. *He won an Oscar for role in a Scorsese movie 32. *Oscar-winning writer

Julius Epstein to Oscar-winning writer Philip Epstein 33. Ewe’s mate 36. *She’s nominated in 2020... twice 38. Civil rights org.

40. Jersey call 41. Sudden increase in wind 44. *Whoopi Goldberg

scored an Oscar for this movie 46. *”Phantom ____,” 2018 nominee 48. Locomotive hair 49. Round openings 50. Cul de ____, pl.

51. *Meryl Streep won for “____ Lady” 52. Mortgage, e.g.

53. Not in action 54. Skunk’s defense 55. Tire measurement 58. Japanese capital

Solutions on Page XB

Opinion & Comment

January 23, 2020, The Bridgton News, Page 7B

Tree Talk Guest Column

by Robert Fogg

Take Advantage of Winter

You may have noticed that trees around the edge of your yard often grow leaning inward, toward the light and open space.

Trees along the roadways also tend to grow leaning inward, toward the street, causing poor visibility and safety hazards.

Later, when the tree dies, it naturally falls toward the street or open space. In the summer, tree limbs, weighted down with heavy leaves, can hide street signs and block visibility. In winter, trees and limbs, weighted down with heavy ice and snow, can hang down into the travel lane, slapping school busses and plow trucks as they pass by.

Even your driveway or camp road is vulnerable to limbs and brush, growing inward, threatening to damage your car or block you in.

Winter is a great time to do roadside tree maintenance.

During summer months, most tree companies are “right out straight” tending to seasonal property owners and locals alike, but in some cases, winter conditions may limit access to some residential tree work. Roadside trees are easily accessible in winter and local tree companies are usually more apt to “work a deal” at that time of year to keep their crews working. So, this might be a good time to take a closer look at the trees along your driveway, your association road or your town road to see if they need any work. Pass the word along, to the person/people in charge, that this might be a good time to plan for some wintertime roadside tree maintenance.

Robert Fogg is general manager of Q-Team Tree Service in Naples and is also a licensed arborist. He can be reached at RobertFogg@Q-Team.com or 693-3831.

Bird Watch

by Jean Preis BN Columnist

Snowy day at the bird feeder

I am standing in a grand cathedral of snow. The snowfall began as we were waking up this morning and now, several hours later, thick white flakes are pouring from the high, pale gray dome of sky. I did not expect this when I came out to clear the steps and brush off the cars but now I stop, enveloped by a profound silence. As I quiet myself, and become attuned to it I hear the soft whisper of falling of snow, as if it were the breath of life itself.

Awe-filled reveries don’t always last, and mine was interrupted by the very down-to-earth twittering sounds of a crowd of hungry Goldfinches. Uncountable numbers of these little greenish yellowish birds have filled our dooryard all morning.

They mob the three seed feeders, and they cover parts of the porch deck and snow-covered yard. There are too many to count. When the town snowplow roars past on the road they all lift up together to find perches in the surrounding trees, creating a picture of trees decorated with bird ornaments. Moments later dozens of them drop down again to claim a spot on the feeders, or on the ground.

They are here because we bribe them with great quantities of bird seed that we put out twice a day. When we come downstairs in the morning the birds are already there, waiting for us to toss handfuls of seeds onto the deck and the snow.

Mourning Doves are easily bribed, too, and when one or two of them land on the narrow ledge of a feeder the Goldfinches who were there get pushed off. The Goldfinches open their wings and flutter to another feeder, where they try to dislodge the Goldfinches perched there. To the birds this is no peaceful cathedral, it is a furious competition, a riot in the lunchroom, where the quickest and most pugnacious will get something to eat and the others not.

Every few minutes some alarm races through the flock and the birds all lift up, twittering loudly as they flee. As we were starting to make our lunch, we happened to notice SNOWY, Page 9B

PORCH VIEW — Deborah Ripley captured this gorgeous sunrise picture of Pleasant Mountain looking west off her front porch. “I had to hustle to take the shot. It was gone in two minutes!” Deb said.

A Sleighing Adventure

Hello neighbors!

About a week ago, in the big storm, I was driving home through Naples and as I crossed into Bridgton I saw on the road ahead of me a car lose traction and swerve. Happily, they were able to regain control and so no accident occurred, but it got me thinking about how dangerous travelling in a snowstorm still is, despite all the conveniences of our modern age. Something about the storm washes progress away.

So, when I found this article just a few days later, describing the accident of a snow-bound carriage back on Jan. 24, 1873, I knew that I had to share it with all of you. I call it, “A Sleighing Adventure.”

“Last Saturday forenoon Geo. G. Wight of this village, accompanied by his wife and niece, Miss Ella Brackett, started in a sleigh for Casco. When about midway of the ‘old stone house’ and Long Woods, Naples — a little north of Tingley Brook — the sleigh pitched into a deep snow hollow with such force as to frighten the horse, which made a sudden leap, breaking the sleigh and harness, and clearing himself from the shafts. Mrs. Wight, who sat on the left-hand side, was thrown out into the snow, uninjured; the horse at the same time wheeled past the sleigh to the right about two rods and halted, dragging Mr. Wight, who clung persistently to the reigns. On gathering himself up, Mr. W. found he had dislocated his left shoulder. The party were in the woods, a long distance from any habitation; the sleigh and harness useless; the horse bleeding from cuts on his legs; and Mr. Wight completely disabled. A family consultation was held, and it was decided that Mrs. Wight and Miss Brackett should go in opposite directions for help, while Mr. Wight remained with the horse.

In Ye Olden Times

by Michael Davis BHS Assistant Director

“In due course of time, Mrs. Wight returned from the north, accompanied by Mr. Geo. E. Mead with his sleigh and harness; and Miss Brackett from Long Woods, accompanied

by Mr. Martin, followed by Mrs. James Vance with cloths and bandages for the horse. Mr. Mead harnessed the horse into his own sleigh, and the three adventurers returned to their home, Mrs. Wight driving the horse, and her husband suffering much pain from the jolts of the ride. Dr. Kimball was promptly on hand, and with the aid of his student, J.C. Gallison, set the limb. Though confined to his room, Mr. Wight is, we are happy to state, in a fair way of speedy recovery.”

Having past participated in similar snow rescues, I find this episode feels highly familiar despite the interval of almost 150 years. How about you? ’Till next time!

Michael Davis is assistant executive director of the Bridgton Historical Society. With The News celebrating its 150th year of publication in 2020, Mr. Davis is writing a series of columns based on stories that appeared in the newspaper.

In search of true talent today

Lots of talent goes unrecognized. After Tom Brady played what was probably his last game as a Patriot, most believe he is (was?) the best quarterback ever, but few saw that talent early in his college career. Coach Belichick saw it though, and it has paid off handsomely for football fans all over New England. It’s been quite a run for Patriots, but it couldn’t last forever.

Often I’ve observed musicians playing locally who are very talented, but had to continue struggling with small gigs here and there while working other jobs to support themselves. I’d see others on television with great notoriety but lacking the talent locals demonstrated. How did they gain widespread fame when the locals were unknown beyond a fifty-mile radius? Marketing? I suppose it’s all good so long as the performers and those listening are enjoying themselves.

There are those to whom talent is ascribed but who seem totally lacking in it. Wandering through art museums, for example, one must question the judgement of curators who display absurd objects purported to be “art.” As a boy, my mother would take my siblings and me into Boston to the Forsyth Dental Clinic where fillings and braces were free.

Some days I’d have hours to kill and I’d spend them at the Museum of Fine Arts just across the Fens. Most of what I

Letters Help employees save

to offer their employees a way to save for retirement through payroll deduction.

Employees would be automatically enrolled in this program unless they opted out of it. However, a survey we just released showed that 98 percent of voters in Maine who are working believe it’s important to save for retirement at work. And 84 percent of workers without access to a workplace savings program would take advantage of one if it were available. Over time, even a small contribution can make a big difference.

If you are one of the thousands of Mainers concerned about saving for retirement, please urge your legislators to support LD 594. It’s time for Maine lawmakers to give employees the opportunity to increase their savings and take control of their future.

Pat Pinto AARP Maine Volunteer State President Portland

To The Editor: It is a stark reality that on average, working households in Maine have just $2,500 in retirement account savings. As the current AARP Volunteer State President, a Portland, Maine, resident and a former small business owner, I am very interested in changing this situation.

Our great State of Maine has over 175,000 small businesses that could help provide a mechanism for their employees to begin to save for their own retirement. In our 2020 legislative session, a simple solution to address this growing and critical savings program will be considered. AARP strongly supports LD 594, the Maine Retirement Savings Program, sponsored by Senator Eloise To The Editor: Vitelli (D-Arrowsic).

I wish to thank Rick JUNCOS or Snowbirds wait patiently while Under this new law, Goldfinches take over the feeder. employers would be able Rivard, owner of Mosquito Hill Garage in West Bridgton, (Photo by Suzanne Richard)

Thank you!

Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin BN Columnist

saw was amazing work but in other stuff I could discern no artistic merit. At only eight or 10 years old, I knew it was junk.

It’s been a half century, but I see about the same proportion of art and junk hanging at the Portland Museum of Art today. A fine museum, it has collections by truly great artists including Winslow Homer, Marsden Hartley, Edward Hopper, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and many others. And then there’s alleged art by others whose names I cannot recall because I am profoundly unimpressed when viewing their stuff. I felt they were trying to con me. As a kid I trusted my instincts — never thinking, as some othTALENT, Page 10B

for his generosity in donating steel needed to repair a cross country ski drag and track setting groomer that Roger Lowell and Rob Knowles have used for years grooming trails together. These trails are open to the public and begin at Bridgton Highlands Golf Course and go for miles around. Rick also allowed us to use his toasty warm garage to restore this 25-year-old rig back to like new condition.

Thanks Rick!

Jeffrey Frey Bridgton

Existential Conflict

To The Editor: The current view on America’s political scene is that we are divided down the middle about how we view our form of government. This is true but we are really divided by two diametrically opposed views: are we a Constitutional Republic or Socialist Democracy.

This isn’t just a disagreement about policy details, it is a contest for the soul of our people. The existential question is: are we capable of self-government as envi-

sioned in the Constitution or do we require overlords and overseers to govern us and insure equality of result? Can we be equals before God and respect each other’s unalienable rights of life, liberty, and property or must we be made equal by the dictates of a tyrannical government? The tyranny of the few over the many based on fear is the technique used throughout human history.

Historically environmental fears have been dealt with by a variety of approaches: throwing virgins into volcanos to appease fire goddesses; tearing the beating heart out of innocents to appease drought gods; and today tearing the soul out of the human desire to improve one’s lot in life. Progressive priests and priestesses (including Gov. Mills and company) have related global climate change to mankind’s activity, particularly the use of oil-based fuels (fossil fuels). The world will end if we don’t stop using hydrocarbons.

Since Al Gore’s movie, An Inconvenient Truth, reality has steadily eroded Gore’s premise that the end of the world is coming because of LETTERS, Page 8B

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(Continued from Page 7B) using fossil fuels. More and more information from unbiased sources are proving that Gore’s movie was long on fear and short on facts.

Evidence is mounting that Gore’s predictions and those of Climate Doom and Gloomers have been affected by the desires of funding sources. They have a vested interest in initiatives that

eliminate fossil fuels.

Climatologists who disagree with the Gore orthodoxy are termed Climate Deniers. In spite of the High Priests of Climate Change, cracks keep chipping away at the certainty that the Climate Deniers are wrong.

An article by John Edison (American Thinker, 1/20/2020) discusses Tony Heller’s “…video exposing brazen junk science by … climate assessment program.” The U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) produces peri-

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE PURSUANT TO 14 M.R.S. §6323 By virtue of a Stipulated Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated August 29, 2019, entered in the Cumberland County Superior Court in Portland, Civil Action, Docket No. PORSC-RE-2018-021, in an action brought by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA acting through the RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, USDA, f/k/a the FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION, Plaintiff, against WAYLON MITCHELL, Defendant, for the foreclosure of a Mortgage Deed dated May 5, 2008, and recorded in the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds in Book 26046, Page 139, the one hundred and twenty (120) day redemption period agreed to by the parties having elapsed without redemption, notice is hereby given that there will be sold at public sale at the offices of the USDA, Rural Development, 306 U. S. Route 1, Scarborough, Maine on February 19, 2020, at 1:30 p.m., all and singular the premises described in said mortgage deed and being situate at 3 Maryann Drive in Gorham, Maine.

The property shall be sold to the highest bidder at the sale. Ten Percent (10%) of the purchase price will be required to be paid in cash or by certified check payable to the USDA, Rural Development at the time and place of sale.

The balance of the purchase price is to be paid within thirty (30) days following the sale. Failure to pay the balance due within thirty (30) days following the sale shall be deemed a forfeiture of the successful bidder’s deposit. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale.

The above property is being sold “as is,” and will be conveyed by Release Deed without any warranty as to the condition, size or location of the property or the state of title to the property.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

The property will be sold subject to utility easements and rights-of-way of record and utility easements and rights-of-way that are visible on the face of the earth. The property will be sold subject to real estate taxes assessed by and due and payable to the Town of Gorham.

Information regarding the terms and conditions of the sale of this property may be obtained by contacting the offices of Broderick & Broderick, P.A. at (207) 794-6557.

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TOWN OF DENMARK Notice of Hearing

Pursuant of 17 M.R.S.A. #281-2859 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 203 Cornish, ME 04020

You are hereby notified that the Municipal Officers of the Town of Denmark, Maine, will hold a hearing on JANUARY 28, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., at the Denmark Municipal Building to determine whether the Residential building owned by you and located on land owned by Inspired Missions, and shown on Map 31, Lot 091, of the current Tax Map of the Town of Denmark, Maine, on file at the Denmark Municipal Building, is a nuisance or dangerous within the meaning of 17 M.R.S.A. #2851.

If the Municipal Officers find that the building is a nuisance or dangerous, they may order appropriate corrective action, including but not limited to demolition and removal of the building. If their order is not complied with by the deadline stated in their order and no appeal is taken, the Municipal Officers may take the corrective action at municipal expense and recover all expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, by means of a special tax or civil action. This hearing is your opportunity to present evidence as to why the building is not a nuisance or dangerous, and to oppose any corrective action ordered by the Municipal Officers.

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Dated: November 26, 2019 Municipal Officers, Town of Denmark, Maine s/ Betty Legoff s/ Luke Allocco s/ Richard Snow

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Help the Rev see

To The Editor: Ok Rev, if that’s what you want, let’s keep going.

One of the more interesting elements of the Rev’s letters is his occasional sharing of an introspective thought.

Most recently he describes himself as clear thinking, i.e. he has an ability to see that which is right in front of him. However, and this is the source of the tension between us, vision is one thing but comprehension, objectivity, and analysis are entirely different elements. He seems to be a little weak in the latter, and there may well be some

memory issues involved as well, which I’ll address later in this letter.

He seems to feel vindicated that the house on a straight party line basis, has chosen to impeach Trump.

However, what he apparently can’t process is that while the Constitutional requirement for impeachment specifies there be” high CRIMES and misdemeanors, the articles don’t contain anything fitting that definition. Thus, they will go down in flames.

Prediction: following this will be a vitriolic letter decrying a “partisan coverup”.

By the way, if the prose which I felt reflected his hate for Trump is his way of reflecting pity, I’d love to see him go into hate mode!

All of our vocabularies would be much the richer I’m sure.

Did any of you note the irony when the Rev defines the symptoms of mental illness as when one “levels a barrage of personal attacks” against another individual.

Finally to the memory issues, when we had the good fortune to learn that in the future his wisdom will be shared regarding climate,

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE Please take notice that Jennifer Charles d/b/a/ D & J Septic Service, 47 Westview Drive, Fryeburg, ME 04037, (207) 935-2222, is intending to file an application with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on or before February 28, 2020, pursuant to the provisions of 38 M.R.S.A., Section 1301 et. seq. and 06-096 CMR Chapter 420.

The application is for: the renewal of an existing license for D&J Septic Service at 2025 Main Street (Route 5), Fryeburg, Maine (behind Fryeburg Transfer Station), owned by the Town of Fryeburg and operated by Jennifer Charles d/b/a D&J Septic Service.

The application and supporting documentation are available for review at the Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management (BRWM) at the appropriate DEP regional office during normal working hours. A copy of the application and supporting documentation may also be seen at the municipal office in Fryeburg, Maine.

Send all correspondence to: Attn: Residuals Utilization Unit, BRWM, Maine Department of Environmental Protection, 17 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0017, (207-287-2651 or 1-800-452-1942).

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Lake Region TV is currently seeking to appoint several new members to their Board of Directors.

LRTV is the Lake Region’s number one community access cable television station, engaging residents in their community through the media by covering municipal and school board meetings, public hearings, community events, concerts, informational and educational programming.

As a nonprofit, LRTV’s Board of Directors will consist of a group of enthusiastic volunteers that will meet monthly to approve budget, ideas, and plans for the betterment of Lake Region TV. We have been serving the Lake Region since 1992, and have made many upgrades in the past several years with high-quality camera and audio equipment in our studio and to shoot on location, the latest video and audio editing program, and a recent remodel of our Bridgton studio.

If you have input and ideas, knowledge of camera and audio equipment, the entertainment industry of film/tv/music, and love being involved in what’s going on in your community, call our studio located in Bridgton, and speak with station manager Chris Richard at 207-647-8044, or by e-mail manager@lakeregiontv.org

We look forward to meeting with you!

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Person/Attorney Filing: Eric Post Mailing Address: 651 N. Swain Road City, State, Zip Code: Tucson, AZ 85711 Phone Number: (520) 207-9601 E-Mail Address: firm@ericpostlaw.com [ ] Representing Self, Without an Attorney (If Attorney) State Bar Number: 020267, Issuing State: AZ

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIMA

Matthew Alexander, et al.

Plaintiff(s), v.

Frederick Boyce, et al.

Defendant(s).

SUMMONS HON. PAUL E. TANG

To: Frederick Boyce

Learning Magic

To The Editor: The Jan. 16 Bridgton News article about using the Magic Lantern as a learning center presents an exciting idea — and an important one for the Lake Region and all western Maine. Why? First, not only will we keep our popular theater and restaurant but, since it will be used LETTERS, Page 9B

BRIDGTON WATER DISTRICT NOTICE OF SALE 2007 3/4-Ton Chevy Van 115,000 miles This vehicle is being sold “as is,” and can be seen at the Bridgton Water District.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SEALED BID: • Sealed bid must be at the Bridgton Water District office by 10:00 a.m., on February 3, 2020.

• The successful bidder will have seven calendar days to complete the transaction and to acquire the vehicle.

• The Bridgton Water District reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

Contact Kim Lorrain at the Bridgton Water District office with any questions at (207) 647-2881 or bwdistri@myfairpoint.net

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Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES Public Hearing

The Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on Feb. 4, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. A Major Site Plan Review submitted by Allen Land Company LLC for property found on Tax Map U01, Lot 5, located at Naples Marina, for a proposed renovation to an existing building and addition.

2. A Change of Use application for property found at 939 Roosevelt Trail, found on Tax Map U25, Lot 11, requesting to allow Marie’s Kitchen in the Heart of Naples to be utilized as a wedding venue.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING Please take notice that BD Solar North Bridgton, LLC, P.O. Box 9729, Portland, ME 04104, 207-967-8094, 207-228-7375, is intending to file a Permit Application with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to the Site Location of Development Act permit application under the provisions of 38 M.R.S.A. §§ 481 thru 490 on or about February 7, 2020. The application is for the permitting of a solar energy farm, located off Chadbourne Hill Road in Bridgton, Maine.

A Public Informational Meeting will be held at the Bridgton Community Center, located at 15 Depot Street in Bridgton, Maine, starting at 4:00 p.m., on February 3, 2020. The purpose of this meeting is to provide information about this project to any interested parties.

A request for a public hearing or a request that the Board of Environmental Protection assume jurisdiction over this application must be received by the Department in writing, no later than 20 days after the application is found by the Department to be complete and is accepted for processing. A public hearing may or may not be held at the discretion of the Commissioner or Board of Environmental Protection. Public comment on the application will be accepted throughout the processing of the application.

The application will be filed for public inspection at the Department of Environmental Protection’s office in Augusta during normal working hours. A copy of the application may also be seen at the municipal offices in Bridgton, Maine.

Written public comments on the Application may be sent to the Department’s regional office in Augusta where the applications are filed for public inspection: MDEP, Central Maine Regional Office, 28 Tyson Drive, Augusta 04333.

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HAMILTON MEADOW BRIDGE #0735 SAM BROWN HILL ROAD BROWNFIELD, ME

Case No. C20195625 SUMMONS HON. PAUL E. TANG

To: Jane Doe Boyce

WARNING: THIS AN OFFICIAL DOCUMENT FROM THE COURT THAT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS. READ THIS SUMMONS CAREFULLY. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND IT, CONTACT AN ATTORNEY FOR LEGAL ADVICE.

WARNING: THIS AN OFFICIAL DOCUMENT FROM THE COURT THAT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS. READ THIS SUMMONS CAREFULLY. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND IT, CONTACT AN ATTORNEY FOR LEGAL ADVICE.

1. A lawsuit has been filed against you. A copy of the lawsuit and other court papers were served on you with this Summons.

1. A lawsuit has been filed against you. A copy of the lawsuit and other court papers were served on you with this Summons.

2. If you do not want a judgment taken against you without your input, you must file an Answer in writing with the Court, and you must pay the required filing fee. To file your Answer, take or send the papers to Clerk of the Superior Court, 110 West Congress Street, Tucson, Arizona 85701 or electronically file your Answer through one of Arizona’s approved electronic filing systems at http:// www.azcourts.gov/efilinginformation.

Mail a copy of the Answer to the other party, the Plaintiff, at the address listed on the top of this Summons.

Note: If you do not file electronically you will not have electronic access to the documents in this case.

2. If you do not want a judgment taken against you without your input, you must file an Answer in writing with the Court, and you must pay the required filing fee. To file your Answer, take or send the papers to Clerk of the Superior Court, 110 West Congress Street, Tucson, Arizona 85701 or electronically file your Answer through one of Arizona’s approved electronic filing systems at http:// www.azcourts.gov/efilinginformation.

Mail a copy of the Answer to the other party, the Plaintiff, at the address listed on the top of this Summons.

Note: If you do not file electronically you will not have electronic access to the documents in this case.

3. If this Summons and the other court papers were served on you within the State of Arizona, your Answer must be filed within TWENTY (20) CALENDAR DAYS from the date of service, not counting the day of service. If this Summons and the other court papers were served on you outside the State of Arizona, your Answer must be filed within THIRTY (30) CALENDAR DAYS from the date of service, not counting the day of service.

3. If this Summons and the other court papers were served on you within the State of Arizona, your Answer must be filed within TWENTY (20) CALENDAR DAYS from the date of service, not counting the day of service. If this Summons and the other court papers were served on you outside the State of Arizona, your Answer must be filed within THIRTY (30) CALENDAR DAYS from the date of service, not counting the day of service.

Requests for reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities must be made to the court by parties at least three working days in advance of a scheduled court proceeding.

Requests for reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities must be made to the court by parties at least three working days in advance of a scheduled court proceeding.

GIVEN under my hand and the Seal of the Superior Court of the State of Arizona in and for the County of PIMA

GIVEN under my hand and the Seal of the Superior Court of the State of Arizona in and for the County of PIMA

SIGNED AND SEALED This Date: 11/7/2019 Gary Harrison Clerk of the Superior Court By: JAMES R. ORR /s/ Deputy Clerk

SIGNED AND SEALED This Date: 11/7/2019 Gary Harrison Clerk of the Superior Court By: JAMES R. ORR /s/ Deputy Clerk

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I guess we have no option other to prepare for a long series of deja vu all over again!

Don Vose Naples

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIMA

Case No. C20195625

war, guns, capitalism, corporations, white supremacy, and religion, he asserted that I had not previously responded to his ramblings in these areas. Not accurate Rev. Most recently I responded to your climate hypothesis with as an example a question whether you had been sleeping through the 70s when all the experts told us we were going into a new ice age, and reminded you of the old adage, “fool me once…”

Remember I asked if he had anything new, and he responded with a list of topics all of which he has previously opined on. So, while the proper answer to my question is no, given the Rev’s skills at redundancy,

Plans may be viewed under the Planning Board section of the Town website or during office hours. Public welcome.

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Person/Attorney Filing: Eric Post Mailing Address: 651 N. Swain Road City, State, Zip Code: Tucson, AZ 85711 Phone Number: (520) 207-9601 E-Mail Address: firm@ericpostlaw.com [ ] Representing Self, Without an Attorney (If Attorney) State Bar Number: 020267, Issuing State: AZ

Matthew Alexander, et al.

Plaintiff(s), v.

Frederick Boyce, et al.

Defendant(s).

odic reports called national climate assessments. Tony Heller’s video Far and Wide shows that the assessments use partial data, taken out of historical context, to make normal data predict dire consequences. (For article and video go to eye-popping video exposes brazen junk science by federal climate assessment program) Jock MacGregor Sebago

According to Department regulations, interested parties must be publicly notified, written comments invited and, if justified, an opportunity for public hearing given. A written request for a public hearing, or that the Board of Environmental Protection assume jurisdiction of the application, must be received by the Department no later than 20 days after the application is accepted by the Department as complete for processing.

Public Notice

To: Inspired Missions 39 West Main St. Denmark, ME 04022

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The Town of Brownfield will receive sealed bids for the construction of the Hamilton Meadow Bridge #0735, located on Sam Brown Hill Road in Brownfield, Maine, at the Brownfield Town Hall (mailing address: 82 Main Street, Brownfield, ME 04010), until 5:30 p.m. local time on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.

The Project generally consists of replacement of the existing bridge with a new clear span bridge including, but not limited to: removal of the existing bridge superstructure, installation of concrete abutments, and installation of a concrete deck on steel girder superstructure.

A pre-bid conference will be held at the site local time on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. local time. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is mandatory.

Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at the Town of Brownfield, HEB Engineers, Inc., Mondays through Fridays between the hours 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and on www.constructionsummary.com and www.worksinprogress.com. To be considered a responsive Bidder, the Contractor shall have obtained at least one set of electronic or paper plans and specifications from HEB Engineers, Inc., which may be obtained by calling (603) 356-6936.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any and all informalities not involving price, time or changes in the Work, and to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, and the right to disregard all nonconforming, nonresponsive, unbalanced or conditional Bids. Also, Owner reserves the right to reject the Bid of any Bidder if Owner believes that it would not be in the best interest of the Project to make an award to that Bidder, whether because the Bid is nonresponsive, or the Bidder is unqualified or of doubtful financial ability, or fails to meet any other pertinent standard or criteria established by Owner. Discrepancies in the multiplication of units of Work and unit prices will be resolved in favor of the unit prices.

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(Continued from Page 8B) more, it will be on a better financial footing. The facility will be used far more than it is today as a theater and restaurant. Importantly, there are several other reasons, or should I say needs addressed: 1. It will support SAD 61 as it makes its needed improvements in math education — an area where job growth is both good and very well-paying. In addition, surrounding school systems will also benefit from the success of the project.

2. It will support a wide range of K-12 students in subject areas beyond science and math — the arts, design, health and wellness, culinary arts, etc. Thus, there will be something for all students 3. Programs will also be available to nontraditional students such as retired folks.

This will entice people to retire here.

4. It will be a community and regional meeting place.

We all will benefit from this.

5. In the long term, the Magic Lantern Innovation Lab and Learning Center will appeal to businesses looking to move into or expand in the area. They will see Bridgton as an area that supports unique and critical educational programs that will give them a better labor pool.

This will bring better jobs and a better quality of life to the area.

As one who has spent his entire working life in STEM and STEM education, I see clearly that the Magic Lantern 4-H Foundation Innovation Lab and Learning Center is something that will benefit all everyone in the area. It is a center for learning that we should all get behind!

Dr. Ronald O. Brown IEEE Region 1 Historian IEEE Maine Section Outreach Chairman Casco

But what are they doing?

To the editor.

Someday — probably when I am too old to read The Bridgton News – Rich Cebra will begin writing columns that focus on what he and

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his Republican colleagues are doing to help govern our state instead of using the entire space bashing Democrats.

Stan Cohen Bridgton

Same song?

To The Editor: In reading Michael Davis’ column in this week’s Bridgton News, I noticed in his In Ye Olden Times where a man played a song that I am wondering if it could be the song that my mother used to sing to me when I was a little girl?

In Mr. Davis’ column, the song was called, Come Over and Play With Me. The song that my mother sang to was I Want Somebody To Play With.

“Someone for I’m all alone Someone like you with a Dolly or two ’Till mama comes home She went away with the Angels But she’ll be back soon, you’ll see So won’t you be kind And please try and find Someone to play with me.”

I never knew the name of my mother’s song, however when I read Mr. Davis’ column, it got me to thinking.

Marilyn Jones Norway

Stop the slaughter

To The Editor: On January 27, the world will observe the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The date marks 75 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, Hitler’s largest death camp.

A key question facing historians is how could an enlightened society that produced our civilization’s greatest philosophers, poets, and composers also produce its most notorious mass murderers? How could it get millions of ordinary citizens to go along? Was the Holocaust a peculiarly German phenomenon, or are other enlightened societies capable? Why are we Americans willing to subsidize unspeakable atrocities in our own factory farms and slaughterhouses?

Jewish Nobel laureate, Isaac Bashevis Singer, concluded that: “To the animals, all people are Nazis.” His

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message was that we are all capable of oppressing the more vulnerable sentient beings in our midst, frequently without giving it a second thought.

Indeed, our own enlightened society has translated the arbitrary Nazi dictum “the Christian lives, the Jew dies” into an equally arbitrary “the dog lives, the pig dies.”

Only the victims’ names have been changed. The blissful ignorance of death camps and slaughterhouses in our midst remains.

On the long road to end all oppression our very first step must be to drop animals from our menus.

Sincerely, Brandon Newcomb Bridgton PICTURE PERFECT morning at Highland Lake photographed by Gayle Elliot.

Louis L’Amour — Champion of Westerns

Louis L’Amour (March 22, 1908 – June 10, 1988) is the most popular Western novelist of all time. Not since the days of Zane Grey in the early part of the 20th century has a Western novelist captured popularity among the reading public in this genre.

At the time of his passing at age 80, L’Amour had published a total of 87 westerns. He eventually wrote 100 novels, over 250 short stories, and (as of 2010) had sold more than 320 million copies of his works. By the 1970s, his writings were translated into over 10 languages. Every one of his works is still in print — an astounding feat for a prolific author.

L’Amour’s fans were very loyal and they regularly communicated with the author. L’Amour was noted for his research and authenticity of his descriptions of Western culture and he often commented that he would hear from his readers if they felt he made an error of fact in his writings.

Personally, I’ll always respect L’Amour’s loyalty to his readers. Around 1978, when I first began collecting books, I was in Portland after visiting friends and passed a bookstore with a sign in the window announcing the appearance of Louis L’Amour. He was to do a book signing beginning at 7 p.m. It was already 6:30 so I awaited his appearance while going over the store’s display of his books. There was hardly anyone else in the store, which gave me an opportunity to spend a little time with him.

When Mr. L’Amour entered, he was set up at a signing table and I approached him. After a few moments a local television crew with cameras came over. L’Amour looked annoyed and clearly said, “You need to back off, I’m speak-

(Continued from Page 8B) a single Goldfinch huddled motionless on the porch deck, facing in the direction where all the other birds had gone.

Splayed-out tail feathers indicated it was using its tail for balance. The poor little creature showed all the signs of being stunned after hitting a window, but luckily we knew what to do to help it. While I found a brown paper bag with a flat bottom, my husband moved swiftly and smoothly out onto the porch, reached down with his hand, and quickly and gently grasped the bird from behind.

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by Peter Bollen Contributing Writer ing with this gentleman, wait your turn.” He won me over and nicely answered my questions. I got my prized, personally signed books and became a fan.

When I was in the Navy, I noticed a lot of fellow servicemen were fans of L’Amour. He was noted as one of the most popular novelists in the military and was a favorite of President Reagan. In 1982, he was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal and in 1984 he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Reagan.

Other awards included an honorary PhD and a National Book Award.

Many of L’Amour’s novels became feature films including Hondo, How the West Was Won, and the popular Sackett family series. L’Amour regarded himself as self-educated.

He was born in Jamestown, No. Dakota, and left when he was 15 to begin what he later called his “yondering years,” picking up odd jobs such as prizefighter, tugboat deckhand, gold prospector, coal miner, circus roustabout, fruit picker, elephant handler, and amateur archeologist.

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He placed his hand, holding the bird, into the bag. The bird clung to his finger briefly but then settled on the bottom of the bag where it made no sound. I folded over the top of the bag, secured it with a couple of clothespins, and placed it on a table where it would not be disturbed.

When birds collide with glass they usually hit with their head. If the impact is severe, and the bird is unconscious, the head flops around, leading some folks to think the neck is broken and the bird is dead. Inside the dark bag a bird calms down, and is safe from predation while

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SELF-STORAGE Bridgton Storage 409 Portland Rd. 28 units & 4000’ open barn Bridgton 272-8085

PAINTING CONTRACTORS JB Self Storage RedoProperties.com Interior/Exterior painting & repairs Local, experienced & professional Call/text 207-693-4663 (Home)

Rt. 5, Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING

Webber Painting & Restoration Dyer Septic Interior/exterior painting & repairs Waterfront specialists – Free estimates Septic systems installed & repaired Roberts Overhead Doors Fully insured – References 207-831-8354 Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546 Commercial/residential – free estimates Now offering Master Card & Visa PLUMBING & HEATING SURVEYORS 207-595-2311

“Your on time every time electricians” Southern Maine Retirement Services 221 Portland Rd., Bridgton Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans 647-3664 Life and Senior Dental Insurance www.mciverelectric.net 150 Main St., Bridgton 207-647-2900 R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 24 hour Emergency Service INTERIOR DESIGN Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 Universal Designz Consulting – Design David K. Moynihan Decorating – Aging in Place Master Electrician www.UniversalDesignzMaine.com Licensed ME & NH 207-754-0730 Bridgton 647-8016

EXCAVATION

OIL DEALERS

GARAGE DOORS

Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA HEATING Complete comprehensive oral hygiene care Infants – Seniors Bass Heating Most dental insurances, MaineCare Oil Burner Service 647-4125 bdhc@myfairpoint.net Sales and Installations Mountain View Dentistry Waterford (207) 595-8829 Dr. Shilo Annis, DMD Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry INSULATION 207-647-3628 MountainViewDentistryMaine.com Western Me. Insulation Inc Batts, blown or foamed DOCKS Over 30 yrs. experience Free estimates – fully insured Great Northern Docks, Inc. 7 days a week – 693-3585 Sales & Service Route 302, Naples INSURANCE 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home and Auto ELECTRICIANS 43 East Main Street D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Residential/Commercial/Industrial Chalmers Ins. Agency Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire 100 Main St., Bridgton Bridgton 207-647-5012 Tel. 647-3311 J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Bridgton 647-9435 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 McIver Electric

Snow’s Excavation Complete site work Foundations-Septic-Lots cleared 207-647-2697

it recovers. Sometimes it takes longer for a stunned bird to recover, but after about twenty minutes we heard the little Goldfinch scuffling around. We carried the bag out onto the porch, laid it on the deck, removed the clothespins, and opened it up facing away from us toward the open airspace of the yard.

Immediately, the bird exploded out and flew away to freedom.

From the soft, breath-like sounds of falling snow to the raucous twittering of hungry Goldfinches, a snowy winter day offers treats not to be missed.

Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Specializing in repair service in The Lake Region 647-4436

F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates Surveying, Land Planning 693 Main St., Lovell 207-925-1468 blissinc@fairpoint.net

Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423 Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Land info services – Surveys PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Off: 583-6159 Organic lawn & garden maintenance D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS Shoreline restoration Over 10,000 surveys on file Creative stonework, property watch Snowplowing & sanding TREE SERVICE 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service REAL ESTATE Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Chalmers Real Estate Crane-licensed & fully-insured 100 Main St., Bridgton Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Tel. 647-3311 Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Kezar Realty Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Homes, Land & Vacation Rentals Complete tree service – free estimates Lovell Village 207-925-1500 KezarRealty.com Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Licensed and insured Oberg Agency Residential, Business, Lake Shore Utility and Landscape Arborist Waterford ME – 583-2474 Property 132 Main St., Bridgton VETERINARY Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417

Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244

WINDOW TREATMENTS

Bolsters Decorating Center AM Enterprises LLC Custom window treatments Trash & snow removal Always free decorating consulting Serving Harrison & Bridgton ameinc@outlook.com 207-749-2850 bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202 INVESTMENT MANAGERS Worsters Rubbish Removal Universal Designz Daniels D’Amelio Group Trash hauling Window Treatments – Upholstery Donald M. Daniels 561-427-5859 Docks – Demolition Slip Covers – 207-754-0730 Donald Daniels Jr. 561-427-5857 Snowplowing/Sanding www.UniversalDesignzMaine.com www.ddimg.org Harrison 207-583-6914

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School news

Hannaford goes back to school, gives out checks

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer Going back to school can be an educational experience.

Giving back to the schools can be a rewarding experience.

After going through the process of remodeling the grocery store located in Bridgton, Hannaford gifted $1,000 checks to each of the schools that are in the School Administrative District (SAD) 61.

“We had a remodel here in the store. Part of the remodel is a costumer appreciation event at the end of the remodel” as well as money to donate back to the community, according to Bridgton Hannaford Store Manger Jim Grandmaison.

The Hannaford Corporation provides the funding to cover the cost of the customer appreciation event.

The corporation also provides to the local store some money that is earmarked for charity.

It is up to the local store’s

College honors

Hannah Ranco of Bridgton has earned a place on the Dean’s List for the fall 2019 semester at Dean College in Franklin, Mass.

Lydia Scribner of Harrison and Stephanie Tope of Raymond were named to the Dean’s List at Pensacola Christian College (Fla.) for academic achievement during the 2019 fall semester. Students named on the Dean’s List earned a semester grade point average of 3.00 or higher.

Maelah Nadeau of Raymond has been named to the Nazareth College (Rochester, N.Y.) Dean’s List for the fall 2019 semester. A student’s grade point average must be at least 3.5 or above, and they must complete 12 credit hours of graded work that semester in order to be included on the Dean’s List at Nazareth.

management to decide where to donate the charity funds.

“They gave us funds to give back to the local community,” Grandmaison said.

“We decided to give them to area schools,” he said.

“Why the schools? We just

thought the schools were a good place to put the money.

We decided as a group that would be a good place to give that money,” he said.

So, in mid-October, representatives from Hannaford showed up with $1,000

checks to each of the SAD 61 schools: Stevens Brook School, Songo Locks School, Lake Region Middle School and Lake Region High School.

“Everybody was very pleased,” Grandmaison said.

STAFF AND STUDENTS at Stevens Brook School pose with $1,000 check. Those who took part in the check presentation are: (back row, left to right) Bridgton Hannaford Store Manager Jim Grandmaison, Principal Cheryl Turpin, students Aicha El Alam, Ellie Butler and Jason Nadeau, Academic Leader Liz Shane, (front row, left to right) Mia Allen, Julianna Sakofsky, and Briggs O’Connell.

(Photo courtesy of Hannaford Supermarket)

SONGO LOCKS SCHOOL receives a $1,000 donation from Hannaford Supermarket.

Bridgton Hannaford Store Manager Jim Grandmaison, at far left) presented the check. Included in the photo are: (from left to right) Principal Bridget DelPrete, Damian Ortiz-Valencia, Grade 4, Hayden Roy, Grade 5, and Special Education Technician Angela Shiers.

(Photo courtesy of Hannaford Supermarket)

In search of true talent today

(Continued from Page 7B) ers did, that there must be something there I just wasn’t bright enough to see.

Are art “experts” only pretending when they claim to see talent others cannot?

Are they like the adults who pretended to see beautiful clothes on the emperor? In that iconic children’s story, the tailor who created the emperor’s “clothes” knew he was a con artist, but the emperor and his subjects on the street who watched him process in the nude didn’t trust their instincts.

When they pretended to see beauty, it was out of fear of being seen as stupid because they couldn’t see what they believed everyone else could.

And then there are poets.

No doubt there are many talented ones out there, but I’m not sure they comprise

a majority. All through elementary school, high school, and college I was encouraged to “appreciate” many different poets. Some I actually did appreciate, but not many. As an undergraduate I had a leftist professor of English who declared Allen Ginsberg’s Howl the best poem of the age. Drifting leftward myself in those days, I tried hard to see the genius he insisted was there, but never could.

My parents sent me to a Catholic prep school in Lowell, Massachusetts when Lowell native and writer Jack Kerouac was at the height of his fame. Several times I tried to read his books, but just couldn’t see what all the fuss was about. I quit reading after about 40 pages into three or four of them. Seeing a drunken Kerouac in 1968 on William F. Buckley’s PBS program Firing Line didn’t

impress me either. That Allen Ginsberg and he were close friends only made it worse.

Very recently, however, I got another insight into Kerouac from an unlikely source. On the 50th anniversary of his death, The American Spectator did a tribute to him. A quote: “On the Road was really an autobiographical expression of Kerouac’s longing and searching for something — that something was God.” Historian Douglas Brinkley, the editor of Kerouac’s diary, reported that nearly every page carried a prayer, an appeal to Christ for mercy, or a sketched crucifix. “Kerouac was trying to make everything holy,” said Brinkley.

In its obituary, the New York Times quoted Kerouac from one of his last interviews in which he declared:

Louis L’Amour — Champion of Westerns

(Continued from Page 9B) L’Amour’s popularity among those my age (Baby Boomer) is understandable as Westerns were popular features on 1950s television. Series featuring cowboys Roy Rogers and Gene Autrey, as well as noted and fabled heroes like the Lone Ranger, Wild Bill Hickok, Hopalong Cassidy, Range Rider, and a number of others became all the rage.

My wife told me her favorite image of her grandfather was seeing him sitting by a window in his one-piece underwear and an old fedora smoking a cigar with a box of chocolates next to him and dutifully reading Louis L’Amour, his favorite author.

“For millions of readers around the world, L’Amour was the embodiment of the North American frontier,” said his editor at Bantam publishing. “They were able to relive our American history and heritage.

His books gave pleasure to truck drivers and truck-stop waitresses, financiers and presidents of the United States. His writing far transcends the Western novel genre.”

Louis L’Amour writes about a bygone

era but thinks about the future. He spoke at the Western Governors Association meeting in Colorado Springs, Colo. and told the governors they have to “build a launching pad for the future.” The key to that is giving people a liberal arts education to help them attain the kind of resourcefulness that was common among the early settlers of the West. “They became problem solvers. They had to do things for themselves.”

A few hours before his death, L’Amour was proofreading the manuscript of his latest work, an autobiography entitled Education of a Wandering Man. Critic John Tusca notes — “At his best, L’Amour was a master of spectacular action and stories with a vivid, propulsive forward motion.”

To this day, Louis L’Amour remains one of the most popular authors in the world.

Peter Bollen, a resident of Bridgton, writes an occasional column for The Bridgton News dedicated to books and authors including reviews and news of the book trade. The author welcomes comments and suggestions and he can be reached at pdboll@roadrunner.com

“I’m not a Beatnik, I’m a Catholic.” Uncomfortable with his literary fame and its cooption by sixties leftists, his drinking got worse.

It killed him in 1969 at 47.

Lately I’m seeing Kerouac as a conflicted soul who, if he had been able to reconcile his tortured life with his understanding of God and achieve sobriety, might have displayed a more authentic genius than the world had hitherto witnessed.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired middle school U.S. History teacher.

“They had a small assembly. It was usually like the principal and a teacher and eight to 10 kids,” he said.

“One of the schools, Songo Locks School, ahead of time, they made a giant poster to thank us. We posted that on the front wall of our store,”

he said.

Grandmaison said the responses were positive.

“They said they were thankful,” he said.

“One of them mentioned they planned to use it [the money] for a garden, to start a garden,” he said.

By Madelyn Litz Adult Education Director Your local adult education program is always looking to meet the needs of our business community. We’ve recently planned to offer some specific business training programs right here in Naples — those that usually require a trip to Portland.

Our program’s advisory committee members supported this effort, and we hope you will consider coming and/or sending your employees to access these training programs: VTEC Training is considered one of the best computer training companies in our region. Located in South Portland, they have agreed to offer two popular training programs at our offices in Naples: Excel I and II will be offered on March 6 and 20 respectively, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. These two specific training programs are supported by local business leaders. Adult Ed Advisory Committee member and GM of Everlast Roofing in Bridgton: “We’ve had our employees attend VTEC trainings, and it was a solid investment in our employees’ professional development. They’re top-notch!”

Consider this opportunity and visit www.vtec.org/ for course info. Give them a call directly to register: 207-7750244. The cost is $250 for a full-day class with an experienced VTEC instructor. Our computers are loaded with Excel 2019, so you’ll have the latest and greatest!

Also being offered locally is ServSafe certification — a must for so many of our restaurant and food service operators. A registered ServSafe instructor from HRFoodSafe will be conducting a certification class (initial and recert) on Wednesday, March 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call them directly to register: (855) 478-7246, e-mail info@ HRFoodSafe.com or check out their web page: www.

HRFoodSafe.com We hope local business owners and operators will spread the word to take advantage of locally offered programming. Partnering with the experts is an important role of Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education; we want you to be successful and have access to programming that will help your business prosper.

You can always call us at 627-4291 for more information.

Visit lakeregion-fryeburg.maineadulted.org to see all our upcoming classes. The catalog is also online to view.

Fish drop-offs

(Continued from Page 5B) around the lake, where anglers could deposit their surplus or unwanted togue, and the group would find a use for them such as food for wildlife rehabilitators. An experimental drop-off station has been setup at Jordan’s Store on Route 114, west shore of Sebago Lake. The store phone number is 787-3866, and the drop-off hours are the same as the store hours (7 a.m. to 8 p.m.). The fish will be utilized by several local Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities.

This is a win-win situation to help reduce the togue population in Sebago and help local rehab people with the wonderful work they do.

So, when you fish for togue in Sebago please do not “put back” your surplus or unwanted togue. Get them to Jordan’s Store. All fish need to be bagged and tagged with angler’s name and date the fish were caught.

Please note: This program for Sebago Lake togue only.

Free fishing day Free fishing days are Feb. 15-16, 2020, and May 30-31, 2020. On these days, any person (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these days.