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Vol. 148, No. 10

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Bridgton, Maine

March 9, 2017

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Putting on the brakes

Planners recommend marijuana moratorium; table cultivation plan

AN EYE-CATCHING SIGN that blends with the lakeside environment of the Naples Causeway and Village District.

The Town of Naples has drafted a new Sign Ordinance, which will likely be scheduled for a public hearing in April.

(De Busk Photo)

Signs: What do people think?

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer While recreational use of marijuana is not a land-use question, Steve Collins feels town planners can voice their concerns over the current lack of regulations.

After reading an article recently published in the Maine Townsman, Collins asked fellow Bridgton Planning Board members to discuss whether they should request selectmen to seek a 180-day moratorium on marijuana establishments.

The moratorium would allow the town a chance to address issues and develop regulations.

If supported by selectmen, they would take the moratorium question to voters either at the annual June town meeting, or they could call for a special town meeting.

Planning Board member Phyllis Roth also read the Maine Townsman piece, and noted that a half dozen towns have enacted moratoriums because the state currently has no guidelines to address the marijuana matter.

Planner Catherine Pinkham initially “teetered” on the moratorium idea, not wanting to stall business development yet also wanting a firm handle on how to regulate. Ultimately, she fell on the side of seeking a moratorium.

Planner Michael Figoli opposed the moratorium, feeling business projects could be reviewed on a caseby-case basis.

Planner Deborah Brusini sees the moratorium a chance to work out “kinks” and create detailed regulations “since there is a lot to consider.”

In regards to local regulation, the Maine Townsman article states, “The Legalization Act allows municipalities to impose regulations on marijuana establishments over and above those imposed by the state.

Whether towns will feel a need to do this will depend to some extent on the rigor and robustness of the regulations issued by the state. Since those regulations are many months in the future, it’s difficult to say how extensively towns may want to regulate licensees. However, there are some areas to which towns will want to pay attention.”

The article continued, “Marijuana cultivation operations use high-intensity lighting, which often requires an electricity service upgrade.

Consequently, towns may want to consider employing specialized fire code and life

safety code provisions for cultivation sites. Similarly, marijuana manufacturing companies that employ extraction technologies may utilize solvents, such as butane, that are combustible.

Again, specialized life and safety code issues may be relevant for these businesses.

“The marijuana industry operates on a largely cash basis, so towns may want to consider security requirements, such as requiring exterior lighting, surveillance cameras and alarm systems for licensees, particularly retail stores.

“Finally, municipalities will want to ensure that code enforcement officers, fire officials and law enforcement have access to the premises and an appropriate range of business records, to ensure compliance with local PLANNERS, Page 11A

about possibly changing the funding formula.

More time on their hands. When SAD 61 extends the school day by one hour the weeks of March 13 and March 20 to make up snow days, each building principal will use the extra 60 minutes a little differently.

Stevens Brook Elementary

Principal Cheryl Turpin said the extra time will be used in specific content areas — Monday, reading; Tuesday, writing; Wednesday, math.

Principal Kirsten Goff will utilize Lakes Environmental Association as a resource with Alanna Doughty expanding science work with children.

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Lighting change money-saver

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Change is a sign of the times.

Business owners need signs to let potential customers know where they are located and also to advertise their business.

Business owners, especially those who are new to town or those who have plans to replace their existing sign, need clear parameters of what size and what kind of sign is permissible.

An entirely new Sign Ordinance is in the process of being crafted for the Town of Naples.

The Sign Ordinance draft should be ready for a public hearing sometime in April, according to Naples Code Enforcement Officer Renee Carter.

After the public hearing this spring, the Sign Ordinance will become a warrant item at the upcoming Naples Town Meeting in June.

In order for any ordinance

to be added to the town’s ordinances, it must be approved by the majority of residents present at Town Meeting.

For almost a year now, the Naples Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) has been working on the new Sign Ordinance. Typically, the eight-member committee put a hiatus on meetings during the busy summer months. This winter, those meetings have been ramped up to bi-monthly gatherings.

The ORC meets at the Naples Town Office this upcoming Tuesday and Thursday; both meetings start at 9 a.m. and are slated to go until 11 a.m.

When asked how many hours the committee has spent on discussions about and revisions to the Sign Ordinance, Carter said “A lot.”

“It is a new Sign Ordinance,” which includes “clearer” language plus photos of appropriate signs versus ones that will not be allowed, SIGN, Page 3A

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Switching to LED lighting appears to be a very bright idea.

Andy Madura, director of Transportation, Maintenance and Food Service, estimates that SAD 61 will save $14,000 to $15,000 yearly by changing classroom light fixtures to LEDs. SAD 61 has entered an Efficiency Maine program to switch out existing lighting to the more energy-efficient, cost-effective LEDs. The district pays for the installation of the 2,070 fixtures. Since the project must be completed by a specified time to achieve maximum savings, Madura will put a few other scheduled projects on the back burner to use earmarked funds to pay for the lighting upgrade.

Madura noted that installation work will be done dur-

ing evening hours, thus the changeout will not cause disruption to instructional time.

In other school board news: Superintendent speaks out. As the next state education budget surfaces, Superintendent Smith actually caught the attention of some state officials regarding how the current funding formula hurts SAD 61.

At a public hearing in Augusta last week, Smith was one of 70 people on the docket scheduled to speak. He was #25. Smith talked about how the formula shortchanges the district, and offered a couple of options for state officials to consider. He was surprised by officials asking him a few questions, knowing there was a strict time frame to follow that day. Smith is hopeful that interest might spark more future dialogue

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Whenever there is a medical emergency or injury, a first responder has a single-minded focus on the patient.

Meanwhile, who is looking out for the medic on call?

Maybe the question should be: What is looking out for the medic on call?

The last addition to the fleet of the Naples Fire and Rescue Department (NFRD) was designed with “the medic-in-mind configuration.”

That means there are safety belts in the seat closest to the ambulance stretcher and everything is bolted down within arms’ reach, according to NFRD Deputy Chief Mark Scribner.

The liquid spring suspension results in a smoother ride for the patient being transported to the hospital as well as the rescue personnel on duty, he said.

“The suspension uses a hydraulic system instead of air. You can hear it constantly adjusting” to keep the inside of the rig level and balanced, he said.

Most ambulances have a tendency to sway from side to side when in motion. Scribner understands the importance of the eliminating a bumpy ride from the equation during emergency situations.

Also, the ambulance is equipped with four-wheel drive, which is a big plus for rural Maine, especially when the rescue unit is dispatched

before roads are plowed. The four-wheel drive is an advantage during mud season, too.

“It’s the first ambulance I’ve ever driven that had four-wheel drive,” Scribner said.

“This rescue unit has a 16-year lifespan,” Scribner said. “Remember we were replacing a 1997 ambulance.”

The ambulance, also referred to as a rescue unit, was custom-built for the Town of Naples and made its debut in December.

In late January, Chief Scribner spoke to the Naples Board of Selectmen, providing an update on the new ambulance.

First, Scribner thanked the board and the Naples Budget Committee for putting this

item on the budget.

He said it had very few warranty items that needed to be fixed.

“There is some paint work that wasn’t done right. We are lucky enough to use East Coast Repairs,” he said.

Two of the department ambulances ended up with new sneakers — studded tires.

“We have always had some problems in the winter months. We’ve just been doing chains or Onspot tire chains,” he said.

Onspots throw the chains in front of the tires; the driver pushes a button on the dashboard to activitate or release tire chains.

Recently, the department LUCKY 7, Page 11A

Skellett’s liquor license and special amusement permit, the Naples Board of Selectmen heard about the recent business arrangement.

From the spring through the fall, Bray will continue to be a presence at the establishment. Meanwhile, LaRochelle will remain in the role of entertainment coordinator.

MEDIC IN MIND — configuration has safety features like a work environment in which items are bolted down and safety belts for the medic’s seat. This is the interior of the Naples Fire and Rescue Department’s newest ambuFor that limited time peri- lance, which the Town of Naples purchased for $220,000. od, the name of the business (De Busk Photo) will stay the same.

Then, the familiar watering hole and well-known restaurant will be renamed Established 1870 Gary’s Olde Town Tavern.

P.O. Box 244, 118 Main St. If Gary’s Olde Town Tavern has a familiar ring to Bridgton, ME 04009 it, that’s because it appeared 207-647-2851 in eight episodes of the comFax: 207-647-5001 edy series, Cheers. Gary’s bnews@roadrunner.com was the rival bar.

Lucky Rescue 7: smoother ride

Bray’s Brewpub & Eatery sold

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The new face filling up glass mugs from beer taps and serving customers might very well be the person who owns the bar.

A long-time establishment in Naples, Bray’s Brewpub & Eatery, has been sold.

The new owner is Gary Skellett.

The changes will not be

immediate and to some it might not be noticeable at all. In fact, for the duration of this summer, it will seem like business as usual.

As part of the business sale, the person for whom the establishment was named, Michael Bray, and co-owner Sonja LaRochelle will stay on to help with the transition.

At a public hearing for

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Health news

Page 2A, The Bridgton News, March 9, 2017

Robert Slattery joins Bridgton Hospital Robert (Rob) Slattery of Sweden, a healthcare entrepreneur and operations executive with over 25 years of experience, will lead Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals’ operations and business development efforts.

Slattery comes to the communities of Central Maine with over two decades of experience with national and regional payers, as well as leading patient-centered integrated delivery systems.

He is a strong advocate of person-centered care, clinical integration and population health management, which is at the foundation of Central Maine Healthcare’s service portfolio.

Slattery’s experience and professional passion speaks directly to the services and supports delivered by the

teams of physicians, nurses and support staff of Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital to the communities they serve.

“I’m excited to join the regional leadership team of Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals, while also being a strategic resource for the Central Maine Healthcare system,” Slattery said. “I know that the depth of our healthcare expertise and hands-on operational experience are key attributes that our patients and their families rely on. I look forward to building on that tradition, which in turn will solidify our position as a premier healthcare delivery system and trusted partner for both payers and providers determined to shape the way in which healthcare is delivered to their members, patients,

and employers within the communities we serve.”

Slattery joins Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), having previously led Integrated Solutions Health Network (ISHN), a clinically integrated network, Accountable Care Organization, and population health management plan subsidiary of Mountain States Health Alliance (MSHA), where he was the president and CEO. Slattery served as a senior member of the MSHA senior leadership team during a time of peak performance, as recognized by the National Quality Forum (NQF) National Quality Healthcare Award, two-time finalist for the Malcolm Baldridge National Quality Award, recipient of the Tennessee Center for Performance

Excellence Award, and the U.S. Senate Productivity and Quality Award for Virginia.

As president and CEO, Slattery effectively attracted and surrounded himself with seasoned teams of business, clinical, operations and IT professionals to navigate a challenging healthcare environment and advance the needed clinical transformation to value and evidencedbased care across the full care continuum.

Slattery built ISHN to a full risk-bearing clinicallyintegrated network comprised of over 4,000 physicians and 34 hospitals throughout northeast Tennessee, southwest Virginia, and western North Carolina successfully delivering high-quality, evidenced-based healthcare to the people of Appalachia.

David Frum, president

and CEO of the regional Critical Access Hospitals in Bridgton and Rumford, said: “I speak for our board and entire organization when I say we are thrilled to have the talent of Rob on our team. The 25-plus years of experience he brings, particularly at industry-leading companies such as Mountain States Health Alliance, and BlueCross BlueShield, will be a critical asset as we expand our services and delivery offerings and foster new strategic healthcare relationships. He is passionate about the need for transformation in our industry and has been working on the front lines to enable true healthcare delivery system development and collaboration that generate measurable value and performance.

His execution expertise is

exactly the core competency for which our hospitals and regional health system is known and where we see a great need in the marketplace. We are very excited about the experience and momentum he brings to our organization.”

Slattery lives in Sweden with his wife Wendy and sons Andrew, Joseph, Nathanael and Peter.

Saco Bay Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy clinic in Bridgton is celebrating 10 years!

On March 7, 2007, the Bridgton office of Saco Bay Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy opened

its doors to begin serving local patients. The Bridgton clinic started on a part-time basis, with Chris Roy, physical therapist, seeing eight patients per week. Today, the clinic averages 18 to 20 patient visits per day in the

busy summer season.

Located at the 55 Main Street Health Services building, where the old Keene Machine Shop stood, Saco Bay Bridgton has grown to four full-time employees, providing orthopedic after care for joint replacement, joint and fracture reconstructive procedures, spine care, concussion and vestibular issues.

Additionally, Saco Bay Bridgton offers workplace wellness services including pre-employment screening, Fit-for-Duty testing and work-related injury rehab.

Saco Bay Physical Therapy was founded in 1988 in Saco with a primary focus on Sports Medicine.

The Bridgton office provides industry leading Sports Medicine Physical Therapy to local high school and prep-school athletes.

Saco Bay Bridgton feels that community involvement is key to good relationships, and successful business growth. Several community activities that the office participates in include the Bridgton 4 on the Fourth road race, Moose Pond Half Marathon and 5K, the Dempsey Challenge, BRAG, Maine Marathon Relay, the Conquer Chiari

Walk and Salomon Trail Running Festival.

The clinic also supports local community organizations such as the Lions Club, Deertrees Theatre, Pleasant Mountain Ski Club, Lake Region Soccer Club, and the Lake Region High School Job Fair.

Employees remain committed to community involvement and continued practice improvements.

Saco Bay Bridgton regularly hosts PT/PTA students

for clinical internship in the local office, and plans to add Dry Needling to services later this year.

Saco Bay Bridgton is proud to have been an integral part of the Bridgton community for 10 years and counting.

Business hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. MondayThursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday.

Telephone: 647-2586.

Online: www.sacobaypt. com

(Continued from Page 1A) At the middle and high schools, each period will be extended by 10 minutes — meaning LRMS will go from 50 to 60 minute classes, while LRHS will go from 75 to 85 minute periods.

LRHS Principal Erik Good noted that five minutes will be added to the first period of the day to allow more time for announcements, etc. while 10 minutes will be added to the acceleration block — a period in the middle of the day which allows students to meet with teachers to seek additional help.

With buses on the road later in the day due to the extension, Casco Director Phil Shane wondered if SAD 61 could get the word out to motorists to be aware of children being dropped off later than normal.

Shane pointed out that student drop-off will occur as the heaviest flow of traffic returns to the Lake Region.

Age, not a factor. When it comes to hiring coaches, age can’t be a factor.

In wake of several highly-publicized cases in the

Greater Portland area which high school coaches are accused of having sexual relations with student athletes, Casco Director Phil Shane wondered if an age limitation should be considered when hiring new coaches.

Superintendent of Schools Al Smith cautioned members of the Personnel Committee at their Feb. 27 meeting citing the equal opportunity law and rights of applicants to not be discriminated against based on age.

Athletic Director Paul True noted that finding coaching applicants can be difficult. He added that most younger and inexperienced coaches are typically not head coaches, but assistants, which gives them a chance to be mentored by more experienced coaches. If he has concerns regarding a younger individual applying for a coaching position, True consults the superintendent.

True also noted that the Maine Principal’s Association requires head coaches be at least 20 years of age or older.

Smith plans to confer

with the district’s attorney to determine if there is any way to address this issue other than how SAD 61 currently operates.

Quicker return to play.

Directors gave first reading approval to a few changes in the academic eligibility policy in regards to participating in sports and other extra-curricular activities.

Currently, a student failing more than one class is ineligible, meaning he or she may practice, but are not allowed to participate in games or performances.

Eligibility is restored when a student produces a verified grade report indicating that he or she is passing all but one course.

A change is if a student submits work that cannot be graded within 24 hours of submission due to a teacher’s other responsibilities and that ungraded work is the only barrier preventing the student from becoming eligible, then the teacher must verify that all outstanding work has been submitted but not graded and the student will be deemed eligible again until the next eligibility check restarts the process.

Numbers on rise. With the town studying the possibility of withdrawing from SAD 61 (a new proposal has been submitted to the school district and is under review), Sebago Elementary student population numbers continue to rise.

Principal Goff said that 2015–16, there were 77 students. Then, the figure jumped to 82 at the start of this school year, and now stands at 92.

Goff also reported that as part of the school’s 100th day celebration, students collected 376 items to be donated to the town’s food pantry.

Personnel. Three resignations were accepted — Paul Maddocks as a special education technician at Songo Locks School, effective Feb. 23; Amy Boclair as a special education teacher at Stevens Brook Elementary, effective at the end of the school year; and Katie Dargie as a day treatment support technician at Songo Locks School, effective March 2.

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March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 3A

Academy passes test; former player promoted Signs

ity. NEASC accreditation is valid for 10 years.

Since one decade had passed since the Academy’s last NEASC re-accreditation process, the time had come for BA to “look in the mirror,” so to speak, to ensure that they are not only remaining true to their mission, but that they are doing so in the most effective way possible. To this end, faculty and staff considered a number of standards that a school must meet in order to earn re-accreditation.

In order to ensure that BA meets these standards, however, interviews with colleagues, board members, and external constituents needed to be conducted, with the results analyzed.

By doing this, the Academy was able to examine itself through another lens, open-

ing the door to learning, which elements of the school’s structure and program can be improved, and which elements must be maintained.

This year-and-a-half long process culminated in a three-day visit by members of NEASC’s re-accreditation committee (“the visiting committee”) on Nov. 6-9, 2016. During this time, members of the visiting committee had the opportunity to sit in on classes, enjoy a panel discussion with current students, and have candid conversations with faculty and staff representing every department on campus. At the conclusion of the visit, committee members analyzed their findings and wrote a report detailing the school’s strengths, room for improvement, and a

determination of whether or not the Academy achieved its re-accreditation.

Bridgton Academy is now, officially, reaccredited! Indeed, not only did Bridgton earn full reaccreditation, but the visiting committee noted that “…the (above) observations add up to the inescapable conclusion that The School, from headmaster to staff, is deeply committed to the best and deepest potentials of the young men they serve.”

In other Bridgton Academy news: Matt Burke, a former Bridgton Academy English teacher, football coach and dorm parent (Sylvester Hall), was recently named as the new defensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins.

Matt was appointed from within the Miami Dolphins

MATT BURKE, a former BA player, has been named defensive coordinator of the Miami Dolphins.

family, having served as the team’s linebacker coach prior to his recent promotion.

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(Continued from Page 1A) Carter said.

“New language is being added that supports the comprehensive plan,” she said.

As it stands, there may be different size limits allowed, depending on whether the sign is located on the Causeway or in the Village District. Carter said that was a possibility.

In the near future, the ORC will be holding a workshop with the Naples Board of Selectmen.

After that workshop, copies of the revised Sign Ordinance will be available to the public, Carter said.

The time frame for the public hearing is “hopefully the first of April,” she said.

The public hearing is a required prelude to the ordinance appearing at Town Meeting.

In a related matter, the Town of Naples will engage an ordinance consultant. That hiring will be done through the Referrals for Bid Proposals (RFPs) process. The funding was approved for this temporary consultant position during the Town Meeting two years ago.

“The consultant will take all of the existing ordinances and combine them into one complete ordinance and show where there may be duplicates of language,” Carter said.

“Conflicts between the ordinances will be removed,” she said.

The completion of this task will be very helpful to the ORC, she said.

Cleaning up the ordinances will also make the town’s ordinances easier for the public to understand.

a remarkably in-depth, selfevaluation exercise.

As many people know, Bridgton Academy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Accreditation from NEASC serves as a testament to an academic institution’s quality and integrity and consists of four commissions.

These commissions lead the decision-making process for a school’s accreditation (or re-accreditation) and are supported by research-driven standards.

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Police news

Page 4A, The Bridgton News, March 9, 2017

Incidents on the Bridgton Police blotter These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, February 27 (No call time listed.) A caller claimed a subject was driving (last seen headed toward Waterford) despite a suspended license, and was “couch-hopping” to avoid being found by law enforcement.

8:49 a.m. Officer McCormick attempted to locate a vehicle, which reportedly made a dangerous pass on Portland Road.

3:16 p.m. A caller was concerned that she gave a company remote access to her computer. She had been contacted by the company to do computer repair. Police instructed her to contact all of her financial institutions immediately to put a hold on her accounts.

5:24 p.m. A caller reported that a landlord was at a property without proper notice, and requested police remove the subject.

10:23 p.m. Police received a report regarding the possible theft of a 2008 Polaris snowmobile. The owner, who was following the suspect, said the machine had been taken by an ex-boyfriend, who was traveling toward Naples, and then later in Casco. Police asked the woman to return to her Bridgton address to fill out a statement, and contacted other law enforcement to locate the suspect.

Tuesday, February 28 6:38 a.m. A caller claimed he had lost power at his home, informed Central Maine Power, and was told to reset the home’s circuit breaker. He was unable to do so due to his age, and Officer Jones was sent to the home to assist the caller.

9:12 a.m. Police were asked to check the

wellbeing of a South High Street resident, who had failed to show up at work. While enroute, Officer Jones was informed the subject had been located. Firefighters, however, were sent to the home due to a fuel odor.

9:57 a.m. Officer Jones did a welfare check and found the homeowner intoxicated.

The subject declined assistance.

1:46 p.m. Officer McCormick responded to a report of suspicious activity in the Food City parking lot.

1:52 pm. Officer Jones responded to a motor vehicle incident in the Bridgton Hospital parking lot. When a patient returned to her car, she found that someone had struck the driver’s side door, causing a scratch and bump.

2:30 p.m. A motorist ran out of gas while traveling through Pondicherry Square.

Officer Reese was traveling behind the truck when it ran out of fuel. The truck’s driver was able to move the vehicle a couple of times before it stalled. Officer Reese used the cruiser’s push bumper to move the truck through the intersection and into the Big Apple parking lot.

Wednesday, March 1 9:45 a.m. A subject turned himself in to police after a failure to appear warrant had been issued.

11:12 a.m. A Pleasant Street resident reported receiving a fraud call.

12:50 p.m. A caller claimed a laptop had been stolen while at Lake Region High School.

5:35 p.m. A skier reported the theft of her skis at Shawnee Peak. Having to leave Shawnee Peak in a hurry, a subject forgot

her skis Tuesday and when she realized her mistake, it was too late that night to go back to the resort and find them. She contacted the resort the next day and later checked the lost & found area to no avail. The skis were valued at $300. The caller sent police a photo of the skis.

8:17 p.m. Police assisted United Ambulance personnel with a subject who had passed out while at a Depot Street business and was unconscious. She was transported to the hospital, and regained consciousness.

10:09 p.m. A vehicle struck a deer while traveling on North High Street, near Joshua Way. There was no damage to the vehicle.

10:49 p.m. A vehicle sustained minor damage following a collision with a deer on North High Street.

Thursday, March 2 8:09 a.m. Police checked Route 302 and Noncarrow Way after receiving a report of possible road rage. A caller told police that after waiting for someone to move out of his way, he shook his head as he passed another vehicle. A male subject in the other vehicle apparently took offense as he left his vehicle, approached the caller’s vehicle and opened the passenger side door, frightening the caller. The unidentified subject was operating a white GMC or Chevy pickup, bearing Massachusetts license plates. Officer McCormick was unable to locate the vehicle.

5:22 p.m. Officer Jones responded to a harassment complaint.

5:22 p.m. Police received a report that a group of young teenagers allegedly tossed Slushies at a vehicle near the monument on

Items on Fryeburg Police log

These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, February 27 8:20 a.m. Police handled a traffic complaint on Portland Street.

3:30 p.m. Police assisted another agency with a call on Raven Lane.

10:14 p.m. An animal complaint on Route 5 past Perkins Propane was received.

Tuesday, February 28 12:26 p.m. A disturbance occurred at a Silver Parkway/Pebble Circle location and a subject was transported to the hospital.

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Friday, March 3 1:19 p.m. Suspicious activity at a Main Street business was reported.

10:37 p.m. Following a stop on Main Street, police charged Nash T. Klinger, 20, of Barrington, R.I., with a minor possessing false identification.

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Man dies in Pike Farm fire The State Fire Marshal’s Office says smoking is the suspected cause of a Bridgton apartment fire Friday night.

Randall Harmon, 73, a resident of the Pike’s Farms apartment complex located at 116 South High Street, died in the blaze.

Firefighters were called to the second floor apartment just after 7:30 p.m. and found Harmon’s body on the floor in the living room. Investigators say Harmon likely fell asleep in a chair with a cigarette and his clothing caught fire.

Fire damage was confined to Harmon’s apartment.

The occupants of the seven other apartments in the building were alerted by smoke detectors and all were able to vacate the building without injury.

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Wednesday, March 1 4 p.m. A restraining order was served to an individual on Farnsworth Road.

Thursday, March 2 5:22 a.m. A suspicious person report on Maple Street was received.

3:52 p.m. A fraud complaint filed by an individual on North Fryeburg Road was received.

5:27 p.m. Police assisted another agency with an investigation on Lovewell

South High Street. No damage was reported.

7:29 p.m. Officers Jones and Gaumont were sent to an Iredale Street location to check on a man threatening to cause himself bodily harm.

Friday, March 3 9:37 a.m. A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding a juvenile, who is living on the streets and using illegal drugs.

9:57 a.m. A local resident reported that someone may have taken a check from her unlocked motor vehicle. Police suggested she check between the car seats. A short time later, police were informed the check had indeed fallen between the seat and console.

10:44 a.m. A hit-and-run collision occurred in the Dunkin’ Donuts parking lot.

12:39 p.m. A black pocketbook was left at police headquarter’s door. After locating a pill bottle inside it, police were able to locate the owner’s sister, who would retrieve the purse.

Saturday, March 4 10:39 a.m. Officer McCormick responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of North High Street and Knights Hill Road.

11:12 a.m. Police were notified that a subject sought treatment at the hospital emergency room and used a fake name to receive services. After receiving medication for pain and a prescription, the subject left the hospital without proper discharge (an IV needle had not been removed). The subject was located at a local pharmacy, and police returned him to the hospital, informed him to give accurate information (for billing purposes) and allow personnel to remove the IV needle.

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Paris Farmers open welcomed

WELCOME TO TOWN — Paris Farmers Union Store Manager Jenah Paré holds her dog, Dahlya, while answering the questions of customers during the first opening day of the new store in Raymond.

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CLUTTER-FREE CHECK OUT — On the opening day of the Paris Farmers Union store in Raymond, customers make purchases at the checkout kiosk. (De Busk Photo) Farmers Union officially opened on Monday. It is located on Roosevelt Trail in the Raymond business district, in the building that formerly housed Aubuchon Hardware.

The building stood empty for more than two years after that Aubuchon store shuttered its doors in June 2014. While unused, the building and park-

addition, the hotel provides Hampton’s On the RunTM Breakfast Bags filled with a multi-grain bar, an apple, an artisan breakfast bread loaf and a bottle of water with a flavor packet for those guests on the go, available Monday through Friday.

Hampton Inn by Hilton Oxford offers amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a boardroom and an indoor pool and fitness center. Each guestroom includes high-quality amenities, including the brand’s signature Clean and fresh Hampton bed®, HDTV and coffeemaker.

Designed as an extension of the guestroom with a variety of seating and lighting options for leisure and business travelers, the new hotel features the Perfect Mix Lobby. Within the lobby guests can find TREATS, a food and beverage shop filled with snacks, toiletries, local merchandise and drinks for NEW INN OPENED ACROSS FROM OXFORD HAMPTON, Page 6A CASINO — The Hampton Inn is located off Route 26 in Oxford.

ing lot remained in mint condition. Only the landscaping and gardens changed with the season.

As it become apparent that the new tenant was Paris Farmers Union, people in the area have been curious and excited.

The newest PFU store in Raymond “is the largest store out of 11 stores” Paré said.

From where she stood in the entrance, a person could see the wide, well-labeled aisles, which run in three directions.

“You can do a 360. It is amazing,” she said of the store layout.

“There is so much room that lawn tractors are taking up space on the floor,” she

said, pointing to three models that might be put to use this summer.

The store opened up in time for gardeners who like to get a jump by growing starters indoors.

“Compared to other hardware stores what sets us apart is the variety of high-quality dog and cat food. We meet all the feed needs of farmers, too,” she said.

Pare said the store will engage in activities to support local animal shelters and provide services for pet owners.

That’s something she really believes in: Over the years, Paré has been a formidable fundraiser for Freezing for a Reason.

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11:56 p.m. Police assisted fire personnel with a call on Main Street.

Sunday, March 5 4:55 p.m. An alarm on McNeil Road was checked.

5:45 p.m. A welfare check was done on Andrews Meadow Road.

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OXFORD — The Hampton Inn by Hilton has opened in Oxford, off Route 26. The 93-room hotel is managed by Giri Management, LLC. Within walking distance of Oxford Casino, guests of Hampton Inn by Hilton Oxford will enjoy the scenic views of Mt. Washington and the White Mountains. The hotel is also near the Oxford Plains Speedway.

“The team members and I are happy to join the Hampton by Hilton family with our new hotel opening,” said Sarah Stace, general manager. “This hotel will provide modern amenities and signature Hamptonality customer service ensuring guests will have a great stay in our town.”

The hotel provides guests a fresh start to each day with On the House hot breakfast, which includes eggs, oatmeal, waffles and seasonal offerings including eggnog muffins and peppermint mocha coffee creamer. In

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer RAYMOND — It was perfectly suitable that Jenah Paré already had her arms full — carrying around a small terrier named Dahlya — as she greeted customers.

Otherwise, there would have been a lot of hugging.

It was the Raymond residents and customers who had extended their proverbial open arms as they welcomed the newest Paris Farmers Union (PFU) store into their community.

“People are very happy that we’re in Raymond. That has been the Number One comment. ‘We’re so glad to see you here,’” Paré said.

“It’s heartwarming. There has been such an outpouring of welcomes,” she said.

“People are happy to have us here.”

For years, Paré was employed at PFU in Bridgton.

She left her position as assistant manager there to accept the job of store manager in Raymond.

“I never knew how many people showed up in Bridgton who were from Naples and Casco and Raymond,” she said.

Now, those folks won’t have to drive as far for their hardware needs, purchases for seasonal projects and to pick up familiar brands of food for household pets and farm animals.

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Bridgton Academy clinic FA Project Grad events

(Continued from Page 3A) to his newest role, Matt has served as the linebacker coach for the Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Bengals and was also an assistant with the Tennessee Titans.

As a student-athlete, Matt was part of the undefeated Ivy League championship in 1996 when he played as a safety for the Dartmouth Big Green Football team. Matt spent time coaching at Harvard (2003), Boston College (2002-03) and Bridgton Academy (1998-99).

Bridgton Box Lacrosse

Clinic will be held on Saturday, March 25.

Bridgton Academy is pleased to welcome the National Lacrosse League’s (NLL) Neil Doddridge to campus, who will provide instruction on box lacrosse position work, game instruction, and play in this daylong clinic. Bridgton’s Head Lacrosse Coach, Matt Nutley, will also speak on Leadership during the clinic.

The clinic is open to any young men in high school or above, and Wolverine lacrosse alumni are encour-

aged to participate, as well!

Previous lacrosse experience is recommended for all participants. The cost of the clinic is $75 and includes a box jersey and lunch.

Registration is at 9:30 a.m. at Chalmers Ice Arena followed by staff introductions at 10 a.m. The clinic concludes at 3 p.m.

For complete details and to register, please visit bridgtonacademy.org/ events, or contact Coach Matt Nutley with any questions (mnutley@bridgtonacademy.org or 6473222, ext. 1290).

FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Academy Class of 2017 Project Graduation Committee is hosting two great events this month.

On Saturday, March 25, Fryeburg Academy’s 27th Annual Auction will be held in the Fryeburg Academy gym. The preview is at 4 p.m. and the auction begins at 5:30 p.m. Silent auction items include a gift certificate for 50 percent off braces or Invisalign from Orthodontic Associates (valued at $3,500); $1,600 in gift cards and other incredible discounts for summer camp sessions at Camp Cody in Freedom, N.H.; four Disney World Park Hopper passes (valued at $155 each); an O’Brien Round Up five-person towable tube and rope from SunSports+ (valued at $275); and many more! Come join the fun and enjoy great food with your friends, family, and community members.

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Raymond PFU opens Currently, there are displays of local maple syrup for sale.

“Eventually, we will have a Maine-made section in the store,” she said, listing flyfishing gear and natural lips balms and lotions as examples of what will likely end up on store shelves.

“We want to be involved in community businesses. The community is what and who keep us going by spending money here,” she said.

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(Continued from Page 5A) “We will be working with organizations to hold rabies vaccination clinics,” during which time veterinarians will provide rabies shots and other low-cost inoculations, Paré said. In the future, area animal shelters will be invited to set up informational booths in the store. That is something that will be offered occasionally, probably for one day during the weekend, she said. She referred to that as “an animal shelter for a day.”

Bradley Street, welcomes comedian Bob Marley on Thursday, March 30, at 7 p.m.

Bob Marley, a Maine native, is one of the most entertaining and sought-after comedians in the country. He has been featured in his own special on Comedy Central and has performed on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilborn.

He also raised more than $12,000 for the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital after setting a world’s record for the longest continuous stand-up routine, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. Reserved seats for the show can be purchased online at fryeburgacademy. org/pac or by calling the LHEPAC box office at 935-9232.

For more information, please contact faprojectgrad@gmail.com or call the Academy at 935-2001.

ees whom she supervises, spent several weeks stocking the store with the products before opening day, which was advertised on the marquee facing Route 302.

On Monday, the cash registers were opened and shut frequently as dozens of people made purchases.

Opening day “was steady busy. People didn’t arrive until later in the morning. Then, it was steady right through the evening,” Paré said.

The hours of the new store are: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday; and 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. The address is 1243 Roosevelt Trail.

According to the company’s website, PFU “was incorporated in the State of Maine in 1919 by a group of western Maine farmers GRAND OPENING — Pictured at the Hampton Inn’s recent grand opening were (left to supply the area with feed, to right) Andrew Cavanaugh, front office manager; Sarah Stace, general manager; Cynthia Murphy, executive housekeeper; and Shayne Chubbuck, chief engineer. grain, sugar and flour.”

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HARRISON — Coming up this Sunday, March 12, Harrison Rec will be holding the March Madness Turkey Lunch at the fire station.

This event is for individuals ages 55 and older. The menu includes turkey and all the fixings along with BINGO and some really great prizes! Cost is $8 for Harrison residents and $10 for visitors. You can sign up at the town office. Doors open at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon.

Sign-ups. Baseball, softball and T-ball signups will take place on Tuesday, March 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the fire station’s Community Room.

Baseball will continue to play in the Sebago-Long Lake League and softball teams have joined the Andy Valley League. If you are interested in coaching, please contact Rec Director Kayla Laird. A T-ball coach is needed this year.

Open gym. Don’t forget, there is adult open gym every Thursday night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Harrison Elementary School gym.

Pickleball is every Saturday morning from 9 to 11 a.m.

Numbers have certainly increased since changing over from Thursday nights.

Summer rec. Believe it or not, Summer Rec is coming up soon! Rec Director Kayla Laird has been actively working on the schedule and is looking forward to having lots of fun!

British Soccer Camp has been scheduled for July 31 through Aug. 4. Sign up early and receive a free jersey!

If you would like to volunteer, have any questions or suggestions please feel free to contact Kayla at klaird@harrisonmaine.org or call 583-2241.

Big Night training

What is “Big Night”? During the first warm rains of spring amphibians migrate from their winter homes to breed in vernal pools. Amphibians are the fastest declining group of species on Earth due to their sensitivity to changing climate and because they need two different habitats to survive — both forest and wetland. Migrating from one habitat to another sounds like it should be pretty straight forward, right? However, sometimes it isn’t as easy as it should be.

Many of these animals may travel hundreds of feet to get to and from their breeding pool and often there are roads that need to be crossed in order to get to these pools. How many times have you been driving on a rainy night and seemingly out of nowhere there are a bunch of frogs hopping around in the road? This happens frequently in the spring and part of our goal with the Big Night Training and Road Crossing is to help these creatures get across safely.

Please join others at the Big Night Training at the LEA’s Maine Lake Science Center on Willett Road in Bridgton on Thursday, March 16 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. or join their Yahoo Group to stay updated about when Big Night will happen this year. Big Night is always a fun time and we get to see spotted salamanders, an animal that is normally very secretive and stays underground. To register for the training or to have any questions answered please contact Mary Jewett at 647-8580, ext 12, or send an e-mail to mary@leamaine.org

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Area Events New Look for Morning Glory

The Morning Glory Diner at 78 Portland Rd. in Bridgton has been undergoing renovations since before Thanksgiving last year. It has remained open for most of that time but the seating was significantly reduced. Now the renovations are completed and the restaurant owners and staff want to welcome everyone to the ribbon cutting for the new addition on Friday, March 10, at 5 p.m. Come along and see what’s new at the diner!

KC St. Patrick’s Day Supper

Don your “Irish Green” and join the Bridgton/Fryeburg Knights of Columbus for their annual St Patrick’s Day corned beef and cabbage supper at 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at St. Joseph Church, 225 South High St. in Bridgton. Advance tickets are $10; $12 at the door.

For more information and to reserve tickets call Tom at 468-1522.

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DENMARK — The Denmark Library is happy to introduce its new webpage, which can be viewed on smart phones as well as PCs and tablets. The site will feature pictures from their fundraisers as well as library news and event promotions. Links to other community groups will also be included on this new webpage.

Everyone is encouraged to take a look at the new page and become more connected with the library. For more information call 452-2200.

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This strenuous level hike will take approximately five hours. The planned route

LOVELL — Saturday, Feb. 18, was the launch date for a new political party in western Maine. The meeting room at Charlotte Hobbs library in Lovell filled with a mixture of Democrats, Independents, and a Republican. While five children played with Legos, 31 adults aged between 20 and 80 from Lovell, Sweden, Stow, Brownfield and Fryeburg drank coffee and talked about why they were there.

“Everyone I know is concerned about healthcare,”

said one while others nodded in agreement. Several said they weren’t sleeping well because, “I don’t recognize my own country.”

Immigration, climate change, water rights, and equality of opportunity were some of the subjects discussed.

Several people mentioned, with pride, that their adult children had marched in a demonstration. The coalition agreed they wanted to form an active, organized presence to give them a voice. There were a variety of suggestions for naming the new group

and all agreed to settle on a name at the March meeting when they could also break into small groups for discussion and strategic planning.

Don Berry, Chair of the Oxford County Democratic Committee, attended the meeting. He said such groups were forming and meeting all over the county. “It’s great to be here,” he added.

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A “Paint Brainwaves” class on watercolor techniques will be offered in the downstairs classroom of the Bridgton Library from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, March 17. This unique class features watercolor painting after a short guided meditation and explores a variety of techniques, including one that was invented by a fouryear-old child. Artists with all levels of experience are welcome.

Participants are asked to bring an old white ceramic plate, mug, and any watercolor supplies they may have or can borrow. The fee for the class is $25. Seating is limited so it is best to pay and reserve your space in advance. Space can be reserved in person at the library before the class or online by joining www.meetup.com/ Brain-Wave-Fitness/events/238041495/

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The increasingly popular Socrates Café discussion group, which previously met at the Waterford Library, will now hold its monthly Monday meetings at the Community Center on Depot Street in Bridgton. While the library had a cozy ambience, the group was outgrowing the space because more people were coming to the meetings. It now numbers over 20 participants each time.

The Bridgton Community Center offers a larger meeting space and it is wheelchair-accessible.

The group’s next meeting will be on Monday, April 3, beginning with a meet and greet at 6:15 p.m. The discussion will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 8:15 p.m.

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Going to the dentist doesn’t have to be scary

I’ve often wondered when I reached a certain age how many of the caretakers of my body would still be around. I’ve already lost a doctor and now my favorite dentist is going to slowly work toward retirement. I love Dr. Dryer, the painless dentist. I never liked any dentist before Dr. Dryer. It started when I was in third grade and had a visit with the school dentist. Without telling me, he pulled a tooth.

I was not happy about! Then I listened while he and the nurse discussed and agreed on pulling another. Knowing this, I shut my mouth and no amount of threatening to tell my teacher would get me to open it again. I was sent back to school in shame. Yes, I had work done before but Dr. Dryer was my pain-free favorite.

Dr. Mike Harper will be taking over the practice. He follows a long line of dentists in his family. Married

with four children, the family found a nice friendly place to settle, not only to follow the family business but also for the children. Welcome to the Fryeburg area Dr. Harper!

The United Church of Christ Ladies Circle and the Girl Scouts will be holding a Girl Scout flea market and the Ladies Circle bake sale on Saturday, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be lots of stuff to look at and yummy baked goods to try.

Anyone interested in renting a table should contact Linda Libby at 925-3661 or trout@ fairpoint.net The winners of the Kezar Trailbreakers Poker Rally were happy as the other riders for the amount of snow for their use. Over 50 riders gathered after the ride to tell tales of the late Norris Bennett, whose garage was used for the event. The first place winner was Steve Armington, who donated his prize back to the club.

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Chance Gallant took second place and Lee Conary was third. The Club would like to thank all those who supported the rally, especially Rosie who was always there helping.

The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library has some very interesting programs that include various natural elements in the surrounding areas. On Saturday, March 18, Jimmie Vetch of Lovell will present a program introducing the Toxic and Intriguing Fungi of the White Mountains. Jimmie and his brother Parker have had a long-time interest in fungi and its place in nature.

Between them they have accumulated over 15 years studying the fungi in this area. During the summer they

by Cheryl Harmon have both organized “walks” for the Greater Lovell Land Naples Correspondent Trust. Those who attend this 207-210-7337 program could gain advance knowledge to put into pracscoopharmon01@gmail.com tice on the walks during the summer season.

The Lovell United Church of Christ, the Lovell Fire Department, and the Lovell Masonic Lodge are joinCondolences to the family of Melvin Tenny from Naples. ing hands to hold a turkey He was such a sweet guy. I had been seeing him and his wife, supper to help out Kurt and Jeanne, at the Monday get-together at the gym. I knew he Joyce Furtado. This couple wasn’t well but it’s just sad to see him go. He loved Jeanne and his family so much. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

There will be a fish fry at the Legion, 26 Casco Rd. in Naples, on Friday, March 10. The meal will start at 5 p.m. and goes until 7 p.m. This is a yummy supper with great service for a reasonable price. Plus, it is always good to patronize your local American Legion! For more information call the Legion at 693-6285.

The Lake Region Community Ultimate Yard Sale sponsored by the Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group (BRAG) will be held on Saturday, May 20, with a rain date of Sunday, May 21. The event will take place at the Ham Complex off BRAG Way across from Macdonald Motors.

Proceeds from the sale will help BRAG members continue work at the sports complex. The price to rent a 10’x10’ space is $10 and DENMARK — The were so striking that he crea 10’x20’ space goes for Denmark Arts Center is ated a one-man show based $20. Payment to reserve a pleased to present a perfor- on the photo series. Drawing space must be made before mance by Xfinity Theater on figures from Buzz Aldrin Saturday, April 15. General entitled TheFlagWeLove on to Colin Kaepernick, the peradmission to the sale is $1 Saturday, March 18, at 7:30 formance/installation collagper person. For more infor- p.m. For one year, Patrick es recordings of the national mation and to reserve a space Gaughan took a photo of anthem, the children’s book contact Larry Carter at 318- every American flag he saw The Flag We Love, and his3096 or e-mail carter.larry@ — every ad, every mural, torical research to unpack nne.sysco.com every T-shirt. The images America’s logo. A $10 donation is suggested at the door.

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is having a bit of a problem because Joyce has been hospitalized for two months.

With Kurt being a Lovell fireman and a member of the Masonic Lodge, and both of them members of the church, the members of all these organizations decided to give them some support. The supper will be held on Saturday, March 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the fire barn. The event will feature a meal of turkey with all the fixings, a 50/50 raffle, and an auction. The folks at the church are looking for people to roast one of the nine turkeys. I’m sure desserts will also be needed and I will let you know next week. Anyone willing to roast a turkey can contact Heather Sawin at 925-1321.

Folks, this is what Lovell does for its neighbors.

The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library will hold a Story Swap with the theme Where I’m From on Friday, March 17, at noon in the basement community room.

Storytellers can speak for about five minutes on topics such as where they were born, where they went to school, where your family grew up, or a place special in their lives. It should be very

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(Continued from Page 7B) appear from Long Lake to win the 50/50 raffle. Tickets are available at the Naples Public Library at $5 per guess, $10 for three guesses, or $20 for seven guesses. For more information contact the library at 693-6841.

Otisfield Community Lunch (Hopefully) Resumes

OTISFIELD — After being snowed out two months in a row, it is hoped that the Otisfield Community Lunch will actually happen this month! The meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, at the Community Hall, 292 Oxford Rd. (Rte. 121) in Otisfield. Menu items include corn chowder, minestrone, broccoli and cheese soup, toasted cheese sandwiches, salads, sweets, and beverages. The lunch is free but donations are gratefully accepted. The East Otisfield Free Baptist Church scholarship crafters will also have a table of items for sale.

Volunteers to help with the lunch are always appreciated. Anyone willing to cook should call Virginia Noble at 539-4027; anyone who can help set up and serve the lunch should contact Dave McVey at 539-4368; and those who need a ride to the lunch please call Nancy Coombs at 627-4374.

WATERFORD — Bruce Robert Coffin, former detective sergeant in Portland, Maine and author of Among the Shadows, A Detective Byron Mystery, will be reading from his book at the library on Saturday, March 11, at 2 p.m.

Everyone is invited to meet him and listen to his stories about life as a policeman in Portland. Copies of his books will also be available for purchase and signing.

On St. Patrick’s Day, Friday, March 17, at 7 p.m. there will be a screening of The Quiet Man, a classic film made in 1952 starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara (not rated).

This is a free event, open to the public and viewers are asked to bring a dish to share.

For more information call the library at 583-2050.

WEST PARIS — The Oxford County Educators Association-Retired (OCEA-R) will meet for the first time in 2017 on Friday, March 17, at the West Paris Universalist Church. Sign-in will begin at 10:30 a.m. and a brief business meeting will be led by president, John Kimball. A meal will be served around noon, followed by a presentation by Frank Perham, an expert on minerals and mining.

The last OCEA-R meeting of 2016 was held at the Locke Mills Legion Hall last November. It was a silent auction fundraiser and the winners of the scholarship raffle for Oxford County graduates were announced.

Oxford County residents who enjoy mingling with fellow educators are welcome to attend the meeting. The group includes secretaries, custodians, bus drivers, and anyone who was involved with the education of young people. OCEA-R presents interesting programs, encourages community participation, and serves as a voice for retired teachers and public education.

Opiate Crisis Media Contest Announced

PORTLAND — Thomas E. Delahanty II, United States Attorney for the District of Maine, is pleased to announce the Youth Voices on the Opiate Crisis Media Contest.

Each day in Maine, an average of one person dies as the result of a drug overdose; in 2015 and 2016, overdose deaths increased by over 31 percent. In these challenging times, United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Maine and the Office of the Maine Attorney General are jointly sponsoring the Youth Voices on the Opiate Crisis Media Contest, The contest is open to Maine students and is designed to provide a platform to creatively document and reflect on the impact of substance abuse in their lives and communities. The goal of this contest is to build awareness and spark conversation among Maine’s youth.

Prize money will be awarded to winning entrants.

Details about the contest can be found at www.noStigmaForMe.com

OHCHS Chinese Auction

SOUTH PARIS — The SAD#17 Head Custodians will hold a Chinese Auction fundraiser on Saturday, March 18, in the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School cafeteria. Doors will open at 11 a.m. and the auction will start at 1 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit scholarships the organization awards Oxford Hills students continuing their education beyond high school.

The Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School is located at 256 Main St. in South Paris.

NORWAY — On Sunday, March 26, there will be Longaberger Bingo games at the Legion Hall, 82 Main St. in Norway. Proceeds of the event will go to support the Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills animal shelter.

Doors open at 11 a.m. and Bingo starts at 12:30 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for 16 games of regular Bingo. In addition to Bingo there will be coverall games, raffle baskets, and a 50/50 raffle. Refreshments will also be available.

For more information and to purchase advance tickets please call 743-8679.

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community contra dance on Friday, March 31, at 7:30 pm. The dance features local fiddlers from the band String Equinox, which includes a caller to instruct the dancers as they go along. No experience is necessary to join in this community fun!

Suggested donations are calculated on a $0 to $10 sliding scale.

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society’s collection, learn the museum software, assist with event planning, conduct research leading to the possibility of publishing an article in the newsletter, guide museum tours, and help with general tasks. Applicants must be a high school graduate or a college student with plans to attend college in the fall. They should also possess computer skills, have an interest in history, and be able to work independently with strong organizational skills. Local and summer residents can apply. All candidates should send a cover letter with their resume, including three references,

by Saturday, April 15 to the Lovell Historical Society, P.O. Box 166, Lovell, ME 04051 or lovelhistoricalsociety@gmail.com

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interesting to hear people’s stories about their lives and times.

The M&D Playhouse in North Conway will be presenting Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. from March 17 to April 1. One of Lovell’s talented young ladies, Alanna Nataluk, daughter of Nick and Sarah, has a role in the production. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, March 17, 24, and 31, and Saturdays, March 18 and 25, and April 1. There are also matinees on the Saturdays at 3 p.m.

For more information visit www.mdplayhouse.com or call 603-733-5275.

The Lovell Historical Society is again offering an internship for the summer of 2017. Included in the duties will be organizing the

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SOUTH PARIS — Do you want to shop, cook, and eat healthier but have a limited budget? Join SNAP-Ed nutrition educators from Healthy Oxford Hills to learn the skills needed to shop smarter, cook healthier, and live an active lifestyle. This class, which is free of charge and offered by the Oxford Hills Adult Ed program, will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays for four weeks from March 22 to April 12. The class will meet at the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, 256 Main St. in South Paris. For more information visit http://sad17. maineadulted.org or call 743-8842.

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Lovell Land Trust events planned LOVELL — The Greater Lovell Land Trust invites you to two fun events this month.

On Friday night, March 10, meet at the land trust office on Route 5 at 6:45 p.m. to carpool to Heald Pond Road for an Owl Prowl.

For this evening hike, we’ll use our expert owl caller to give you the experience of hearing wild owls. Species most often heard are Barred

and Great Horned Owls. Keep in mind that these are wild owls and there are no guarantees that we’ll actually hear them call.

This is an easy hike, but bring a headlamp or flashlight.

On Saturday, March 18, meet again at the Heald Pond Road parking lot at 9:30 a.m. to Meet the Evergreens, including trees, ferns and a few plant that are ever green. We’ll point out family traits and variations

as we examine needles, cones, conifer bark and fern fronds.

If trail conditions are good, we’ll climb to the summit of Flat Hill, otherwise, we’ll circle Perky’s Path. Depending on which trail we follow, this hike is rated as easy/moderate.

The Greater Lovell Land Trust walks are free and open to the public. Be aware that though dogs are welcome on some properties, the GLLT asks

that you not bring a pet on a GLLT-sponsored walk. Thank you for your cooperation.

Please dress for the weather conditions and bring plenty of water and snacks. We recommend snowshoes or micro spikes and poles for these walks.

In case of inclement weather, check the GLLT website at www.gllt.com or call 9251056.

Artists Peter Abate and Gary LaPierre whose work is currently on show in the Goldberg Gallery at Fryeburg Academy.

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Calendar BRIDGTON Fri., Mar. 10 — Free AARP tax preparations, Community Center. Call 647-3116 for appointment.

Sat., Mar. 11 — Craft and vendor fair, Old Bridgton Town Hall, 9 a.m. Raffles, luncheon.

Hosted by BRAG. Sun., Mar. 12 — Corned Beef Dinner and music, South Bridgton Congregational Church, 16 Fosterville Rd., 5 p.m., $10. Call 693-2652 for reservations.

Mon., Mar. 13 — Memory Monday for caregivers, 6 p.m., Bridgton Health & Residential Care Center, 186 Portland Rd. FMI 647-8821.

Mon., Mar. 13 — Lions Club meeting, 5:30 p.m., Community Center. 647-3116.

Wed., Mar. 15 — Lenten Lunch, noon - 1 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 S. High St. Host: Bridgton Alliance Church.

Thur., Mar. 16 — Chickadee Quilters, 6:30 p.m., Community Center. 647-3116.

Fri., Mar. 17 — AARP tax preparations, Community Center. Call for appointment 647-3116.

Fri., Mar. 17 — Girl Scout Troop #1939 meeting, 4 p.m., Community Center, 647-3116.

Sat., Mar. 18 — Gamers for Christ, 5 p.m., Community Center, 647-3116.

Wed., Mar. 22 — Lenten Lunch, noon - 1 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 S. High St. Hosts: Bridgton United Methodist Church and Harrison Congregational Church.

DENMARK Fri., Mar 10 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, moderate hike, Boulder Loop (1,750 ft.), Albany, N.H. Meet at Denmark Congretaional Church, 8 a.m.

FMI 756-2247.

FRYEBURG Thur., Mar. 9 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission is free.

Tue., Mar. 13 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission is free.

Thur., Mar. 16 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission is free.

Tue., Mar. 20 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission is free.

HARRISON Sun., Mar. 12 — Rec. Dept.

March Madness Senior Turkey Dinner. Doors open 11 a.m., Harrison Fire Station. $8 for Harrison residents, $10 nonresidents. FMI and to purchase tickets call 583-2241 or e-mail klaird@harrisonmaine.org Tue., Mar. 14 — Rec. baseball and softball registration, 5 - 7 p.m., Town Office community Room. FMI 583-2241 or klaird@harisonmaine.org Thur., Mar. 16 — Senior Luncheon (50+), 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m., Caswell Conservancy Center, Main St., $7 per person.

Sun., Mar. 19 — Lions Club 200 Dinner, 5 p.m., United Parish Congregational Church. $20 per person. Contact any Lion for tickets.

LOVELL Fri., Mar. 10 — Greater Lovell Land Trust Owl Prowl, meet at GLLT office on Main

St. at 6:45 p.m., carpool to Heald Pond Rd. Easy hike, dress properly for weather, bring headlamp or flashlight. FMI 925-1056 or www.gllt.com Sat., Mar. 11 — Girl Scout Flea Market and Ladies Circle Bake Sale, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, Rte. 5, Center Lovell. Girl Scout cookies, lunch, flea market items, Thrift Store open 10 a.m.

- noon.

Sat., Mar. 18 — GLLT Meet the Evergreens hike, easy to moderate, 9:30 a.m., meet at Heald Pond parking lot. Dress properly for weather. FMI 9251056 or www.gllt.com NAPLES Tue., Mar. 14 — Maine author Chris Morin talk Three Labs a Lifetime, 6 p.m., Public Library. FMI 693-6841.

Thur., Mar. 16 — Spring Fun w/Leprechaun Photo Booth, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Public Library.

FMI 693-6841.

Tue., Mar. 21 — New release family friendly movies, 4 p.m., Public Library. Call 6936841 or visit www.naples.lib. me.us for titles and FMI. SWEDEN Sat., Mar. 11 — Baked beans, ham, and mac and cheese public supper, 5 - 7 p.m., Town Meeting House, Rte. 93. To benefit Sweden Fire Department, $10 adults, $5 children 6 - 12, under 12 free. FMI 693-3681.

WATERFORD Sat., Mar. 11 — Author Bruce Coffin talk, 2 p.m., Public Library. FMI 583-2050.

Fri., Mar. 17 — St. Patrick’s Day movie, The Quiet Man, 7 p.m., Public Library, free admission. Bring a dish to share. FMI 583-2050.

AREA EVENTS Fri., Mar. 10 — Advance Directives workshop, 8 a.m.

- noon, Stephens Memorial Hospital, 8 Pike’s Hill, Norway.

No charge. FMI 743-1562, ext.

6896.

Sat., Mar. 11 — Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club meeting, Oxford County Extension Center, 9 Olson Rd., S. Paris.

FMI and time www.mainehoneybees.com or cpeaston@ megalink.net Sat., Mar. 11 — Swingin’ Bears Square Dance, 7 - 10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, $7 per dancer, non-dancers free.

FMI 892-6971 or 782-4050.

Thur. Mar. 16 — Western Maine Foothills Homebrewers meeting, 6 - 8 p.m., CEBE, 447 Main St., Norway. FMI 7439808.

Sat., Mar. 18 — Indoor Yard Sale, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Legion Hall, 12 Church St., South Paris. $10 to rent a table. FMI 7437965.

Sat., Mar. 18 — Digging Up Maine: Windham’s Province Fort presentation, 10 a.m., Windham Historical Society, Little Meeting House, Roosevelt Trail next to Manchester School, N. Windham. FMI windhamhistorical.org ONGOING WEEKLY DAILY Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon - 1 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton. O/D MONDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI: 647-2402.

Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., Beginner Class, Bridgton Community Center.

Sebago Food Pantry, 9 -

10:30 a.m. (3:30 - 5:30 p.m. 2nd Mon.) Nazarene Church, Rte. 114. FMI: 274-1569.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Casco/Naples Senior Meal Site, noon, Casco Fire Station.

Card games before, bingo after.

FMI: 627-4044.

Bridge, 1 p.m., Bradley St., Fryeburg. Runs year-round.

Cribbage, 2 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Celebrate Recovery, Christbased 12-step recovery program, 6 - 8 p.m., Lake Region Vineyard Church, 402 Main St., Bridgton. FMI 647-5439.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

TUESDAYS Jeanette’s Free Clothing Closet, 9 - 11:30 a.m., First Congregational Church, Bridgton.

Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m. set practice, 11:15 White Crane, Town Hall, Bridgton.

Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Naples Food Pantry, 10 -11:30 a.m., United Methodist Church, Village Green. FMI: 595-2754.

Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Methodist Church, 98 Main St., Bridgton. FMI 6474476.

Bridge, 12:15 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Cards/Board games, noon 2:30 p.m., Harrison Fire Station Community Room.

Pokemon Club, 3 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Harrison Food Bank, 6 - 7:30 p.m., VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd. FMI: 890-9742.

Adult Volleyball, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Brownfield Community Center.

Al-Anon Bridgton, 7 p.m.

Newcomers Meeting, 7:30 8:30 p.m. Open Meeting, St. Joseph Catholic Church.

AA Step Mtgs., 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

WEDNESDAYS Breakfast/Fellowship, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., free. Naples United Methodist Church, Rte. 302.

Snow date Friday, same time.

FMI 693-6594.

Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI: 647-2402.

Story Time, 9:30 a.m., Denmark Public Library, Rte. 117, Denmark.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Sweden Food Pantry, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sweden Community Church. Rte. 93, Sweden. First and third Wednesday of the month only.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Ping Pong, 1 - 3 p.m., Harrison Fire Station Community Room, Harrison.

Taoist Tai Chi, 2 p.m., Beginner Class, Community Center, Bridgton.

Over 40 Pickleball, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Harrison Elementary School. FMI 583-2241.

Bible Study, 6 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Otisfield Sewing & Craft Group, 1 - 3:30 p.m. (every Wed, except 3rd Wed., of mo.), Community Hall.

THURSDAYS Rotary Club Meeting, 7:15 a.m. Bridgton Community Center.

Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., Beginner Class, Denmark Ars Center.

AA Step-Meeting, 9 a.m., Step Sisters 6 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Tai Chi Maine, new beginner class, 10 a.m., Town Hall, Bridgton.

The Academy Collects, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy.

Casco/Naples Senior Meal Site, noon, Casco Fire Station.

Card games before, bingo after.

FMI 627-4044.

Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Pinochle, 1 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Free Community Kettle Supper, 5 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Pickleball, 7 p.m., Casco Community Center Gym. FMI 627-4187.

Chickadee Quilters, 6:30 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

NA Women’s Meeting, 7 - 8 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton.

FRIDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI: 647-2402.

Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., Beginner Class, Harrison Cong.

Church.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Tai Chi Maine, Beginner Practice, 10 a.m., Town Hall, Bridgton.

Harrison Farmers’ Market, 1 - 5 p.m., Rte. 117, just outside of Village.

Free Beginners Spanish Class, 3 - 4 p.m. downstairs, Bridgton Library.

Over 40 Men’s Basketball, 4 p.m., Brownfield/Denmark School.

Pickup Volleyball — 6:30 - 9 p.m., Casco Community Center gym, 940 Meadow Rd., Casco, Free, all levels welcome.

Bring sneakers, water, knee pads. Call 627-4187 FMI and to reserve a spot.

SATURDAYS Bridgton Farmers Market, Bridgton Methodist Church, 9 a.m. - noon.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Pickleball, 9 - 11 a.m., Harrison Elementary School, Naples Road.

Sebago Clothes Closet, 9 a.m. - noon, Warming Hut, Rte. 114, Sebago, next to Nazarene Church. FMI 787-2177.

Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. noon, Charlotte Hobbs Library, Lovell.

AA Meeting, O/BB/D/A/L, 7 - 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St., Lovell.

Al-Anon, 7 - 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St., Lovell.

AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 - 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

SUNDAYS Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., Harrison Congregational Church.

Ping Pong, 1 - 4 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall. All welcome. Equipment provided free.

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the Mount Washington Valley Arts Association. He is also currently a member of the Curatorial Committee of the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts in N.H. “While recently pouring over the writings and letters of influential artists, I came across a quote by John Marin written in 1913 that resonated with me,” recalls Abate. “I believe it expresses key inspirational elements of the message we are seeking to convey through this show. Marin wrote, ‘Shall we consider the life of a great city as confined simply to the people and animals on its streets and in its buildings, are the buildings themselves dead? You cannot create a work of art unless the things you behold respond to something within you…thus the whole city is alive.’”

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AFTER HOURS — Key Bank in Bridgton hosted this month’s Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce After Hours. It was a great turn out! Pictured, left to right, are Charlotte Kelly of Key Bank, Kristine Karlsson, president of GBLRCC, Sue Mercer, executive director for GBLRCC and Joseph McLean of Key Bank.

FRYEBURG — During the months of March and April, the Goldberg Gallery at Fryeburg Academy will host the fourth exhibit in a series to be shown through 2017.

The exhibition, Timeworn: The Art of Architecture in Decline, features the art and photography of Peter Abate and Gary LaPierre. Abate and LaPierre had their first exhibit together during 1995 in Lynn, Mass. and they are excited to work together once more.

LaPierre, who lives with his family in Beverly, Mass., has always loved walking through old industrial sites in cities and towns to observe the transformative effects of weather and time on buildings and objects. In 1982, LaPierre received a “point and shoot” camera as a gift and has collected photographic images of unintentional beauty ever since. He says that his attraction to worn out and broken down structures is a bit hard for some people to understand. He often feels — concerning his subject matter — that he is against the wrecking ball! Barry Kaplan, owner of The Finer Image in Danvers, Mass., commented, “Gary’s eye for texture and color makes an interesting and unique collection, capable of evoking a nostalgia created by age and time.”

Peter Abate is originally from Massachusetts and now resides in Maine. His interest in architectural subjects and salvage dates to his childhood and continues to contribute to the art he creates, working with watercolor, mixed media assemblage, collage, and photography. He has been actively involved with the art community in and around Wakefield N.H. for over 16 years and is a member of

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Daytime Players perform ‘Whales of August’

BUXTON — The Daytime Players, a troupe of senior actors, directors and playwrights, proudly presents The Whales of August, a classic of modern theater

by David Berry, at the Old White Church, 15 Salmon Falls Rd., Buxton. The production is sponsored by the Saco River Theater.

The play is set on an island off the coast of Maine where a 70-year-old sister, who is a virtual servant to her needy older sister, desperately wants to break out on her own and experience life again. And if there is romance in her future, so be it.

The Daytime Players’ production of The Whales of August is probably the first in the Portland area featuring an age-appropriate cast.

The leading characters in the script are 75 and 86 years old and in this production they are played by actresses aged

70 and 85. The rest of the characters in the script are also seniors.

Why is it important to have an older cast?” asks director Katy Marshall. “The script deals with some important issues brought on by aging — whether to give in and forgive long-standing grievances or carry them to the grave; whether it is seemly to fall in love again; what will become of us in old age; who will take care of us; and will we have enough money to live out our years comfortably? It’s a long list that would be very difficult for younger actors to enact.”

Whales star Muriel Kenderdine, who must be the grand dame of Portland theater, is as talented as anyone around, Marshall says.

Kenderdine’s extensive list of roles and shows stretches back 63 years — her only concession to aging is that

Penny Davis-Dublin (left) and Muriel Kenderdine in a scene from The Whales of August. she doesn’t do high-stepping dance numbers anymore.

Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 31 and

Saturday, April 1. There is at the door, cash or check also a matinee at 2:30 p.m. accepted. on Sunday, April 2. Tickets, The Daytime Players has priced at $10, are available an open-door policy and wel-

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Kindergarten registration

FRYEBURG — Registration for 2017-2018 kindergarten in M.S.A.D. #72 will take place on Thursday, March 30, and Friday, March 31, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 857 Main St. (Rte. 5) in Fryeburg.

Children must be five years old on or before October 15, 2017 to be eligible for the 2017-2018 kindergarten year. To set up an appointment to register a child please call Mary at 935-2600, ext. 24. Call early to ensure a preferred time slot. Parents or guardians should bring proof of residence as well as the child’s birth certificate and immunization record to the registration meeting.

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Area births

Nicqui Littlefield and Chris Bell of Casco are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Brayden Thomas Bell at Bridgton Hospital on Feb. 8, 2017, at 10:53 a.m. Grandparents: June and Waller Littlefield of Peabody, Mass., and Chris Bell Sr. of Methuen, Mass. Great-grandparents: Diane Bell and Thomas Bell of Methuen, Mass.

Biancaa Oliva and Christopher Wilson of Casco proudly welcome their new son, Dean Alexander Wilson, born at 11:48 a.m. on Feb. 25, 2017, in Bridgton Hospital. Dean Alexander joins siblings Jonathon David and Zoe Rose.

Grandparents: Dean and Deirdre Wilson of Casco; Elsie and Erik Hauka; and Frank and Genie Oliva of Florida. Greatgrandparents: Bill and Phyllis Farrow and Marion Hanscom of Steep Falls; Doug and Donna Wilson of Sanford; Mary and Dennis Hauka of Florida; and Rita Smith of Florida.

Tyler and Ashley Burnell of Bridgton happily announce the arrival off their son, Hunter James Burnell, who was born in Bridgton Hospital on Feb. 27, 2017, at 7:57 p.m.

Grandparents: Alison Libby of Bridgton; Clinton Libby of Bridgton; and Mary Rowe of Biddeford. Great-grandparents: Randy Burnell of Brownfield; Diane Burnell of Brownfield; and Carrol Cyr of Biddeford.

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Abate and LaPierre hope Timeworn will encourage a far greater understanding and appreciation of the life and the significance of the design and appeal of old buildings and their related structures. They hope to instill the importance of lovingly observing and preserving old buildings as part of our priceless history and architectural heritage.

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March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 11A

Planners table, approve project (Continued from Page 1A) regulations.

“Maine’s Marijuana Legalization Act incorporates extensive elements of local control. Towns will face several critical decision points as they contend with the emergence of the recreational marijuana industry. Unfortunately, the Legalization Act itself provides little in the way of guidance to towns about how to make these decisions.

As municipal officials and their advisers ponder these questions, standard practices will begin to emerge, but it’s important for towns to begin engaging in the process of confronting these issues now.”

The moratorium resolution passed by a 4–1 vote (Figoli against), and will be sent to selectmen for consideration. Selectmen meet this coming Tuesday, and Collins said he would address the matter with the board. He pointed out that the town’s attorney recommended that if Bridgton moves forward with a moratorium, the freeze on activity could be retroactive to Tuesday’s meeting (March 7).

In other planning news: Application incomplete.

One marijuana venture was put on hold when planners deemed an application by Armonice, LLC as incomplete.

Michael Rennell, a managing member of Armonice, has entered into a long-term lease to rent warehouse space at 527 Portland Road (an industrial garage across the

street in the area of Campfire Grille and Gallinari Electric), and would develop “several rented partitions and pods to lease to various tenants.”

Building modifications will take about two months.

Those tenants will be allowed to grow marijuana, provided they comply with all State of Maine laws and regulations.

The proposal calls for developing each space “into a desirable rental location for the marijuana cultivators such as providing installed lighting and watering systems, selling horticultural products on hand in the building (soil, materials and other planting needs), and employing knowledgeable agriculturalists for the tenants to consult with to better maintain a good and legal crop.”

Armonice, LLC (located in Narragansett, R.I.) said the site will have video surveillance, and each separate tenant area will be locked. There will be no outdoor or building changes, and no outdoor advertising.

Planners raised various questions from the amount of water usage and wastewater disposal created by the operation to whether the use of industrial lighting might require more power were not addressed in the business model.

“There is not enough there to say the application is complete,” Brusini said.

“Those are reasonable observations,” Collins added.

Planner Dee Miller also referenced a impact statement by Bridgton Police Chief Richard Stillman

dated Feb. 24. In the letter, Chief Stillman had concerns regarding the security plan — security of the building and staff — as well as “quality of life issues” including odor, robbery of cultivation center, drug resales and diversion, and internal theft.

“Do they have contingencies for unforeseen events, disaster plans, requirements to report missing product to police and corrective action plans?” he asked. “Nothing in their current plan indicates they do.”

Chief Stillman noted that the applicant indicated “the building will be secured,” but failed to list specifically how it would be secured.

“If their strategy is to develop a comprehensive security plan at some future date, will the Health Department, police and fire be required to weigh in on the finished plan?” the chief asked.

Initially, Chief Stillman recommended that planners table action on the proposal until those questions were answered. In an updated impact statement dated March 2, Chief Stillman crossed out “incomplete” and changed his statement to “approve.” The position change occurred when those concerns were “successfully discussed,” according to Brenda Day, Bridgton’s administrative assistant.

Jeffrey Wilson of Braun & Wilson of South Paris, representing Rennell, noted that the developer has committed $25,000 capital to support the company and minor

construction proposed to the structure.

While Wilson sought permission to speak to address questions raised by planners, Collins interjected and denied the request, saying legal counsel advised the board to be “very deliberate” on its review of the application.

“This will be a contentious matter, and we want to get it done right,” Collins said.

The board voted 5–0 to table action until their April meeting, giving Armonice, LLC time to submit a complete application.

See if it works. Justin McIver knows the importance of foot traffic when it comes to whether a business succeeds.

When McIver proposed to build a new office for his company, Main Eco Homes, a “mixed use” 4,300-square foot building on a lot (175 Portland Road) adjacent to Dunkin’ Donuts, he wanted to include an “in” access only to connect the two properties.

Initially, planners rejected the idea. They, however, were open to hearing McIver make his case to reconsider the idea.

McIver said the “interconnect” would be an “in” only access point from the roadway leading to Dunkin’ Donuts to his new complex.

A “Do Not Enter” sign would be posted from the office complex side, prohibiting motorists from leaving the Main Eco Homes facility and drive toward Dunkin’ Donuts.

To help enforce the in-

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Code Officer Robbie Baker suggested a 9 to 10-foot wide path, which would prevent two vehicles (one traveling in and one attempting to go out) from using the interconnect at the same time.

“Most developed areas connect parking lots,” McIver said. “It’s the right thing to do. If it causes problems, I’ll block it off.”

The lot is 1.02 acres.

The clapboard and shinglesided building will have a daylight basement, resulting in two floors. The first

floor will house three commercial office spaces while the second floor will have two suites either commercial or two-bedroom residential apartments.

The building will be constructed on the center of the lot with an access driveway from Portland Road. The site will include 23 parking spaces in front of the building and eight additional spaces building the structure.

Planners voted 5–0 to approve the project, allowing the interconnect piece up to 12-feet and requiring a “Do Not Enter” sign.

Public paying more ambulance service bills

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES – A medical consultant that has been hired by three neighboring fire and rescue departments has been helpful in bring-

ing about improvements in patient care by first responders.

“We have a medical director and we started doing quarterly reviews” according to Deputy Chief

Lucky Rescue 7

(Continued from Page 1A) looked into studded tires, he said.

“The price was comparable. We decided to go with studs.

It took a little time to find a place that had studded tires for 19½-inch” rims, Scribner said.

The studded tires will allow the department to get a longer life out of the “summer” tires.

The other rescue truck was acquired by the department in 2008. Some work was done on it to increase its lifespan.

Most of the “damage” is surface, around the wheel wells.

We are well below what was budgeted.

“Our hope is to keep these for a 16 year rotation,” Scribner said.

The 1997 ambulance will be put up for sale through the bid process.

Naples Town Manager Ephrem Paraschak, who is also a NFRD volunteer, said he drove the rescue unit briefly as part of the department protocol that requires all members to sign off on a test drive.

He commented on the smoothness of the ride.

“It is a night and day difference. It is very nice compared to the 2008,” Paraschak said. “It’s amazing how technology has improved in 10 years.”

“With the four wheel drive, we are not getting stuck as much,” he said.

The funding for the purchase of the rescue unit was approved last summer after Town Meeting. The new rescue vehicle cost about $220,000, Paraschak said.

But, it is worth its weight in gold.

“They are the most used vehicles within the fire and rescue department,” he said. “They routinely save people’s lives.”

Mark Scribner.

Members of the Naples Fire and Rescue Department (NFRD) along with the Sebago Fire and Rescue Department and the Casco Fire and Rescue Department have been meeting with the medical director on a quarterly basis, Scribner said.

In February, the third quarterly meeting was held with public safety personnel from the three towns and the medical director.

“He sits down and picks calls he wants to go over.

He does a little bit of inservice,” Scribner said.

“We are getting a better response from the crew.

They seem to like the feedback from the doctor,” he said.

“We are certainly seeing a difference in the run sheets and the documents – that is where we are seeing the improvements,” he said.

Chief Scribner summarized what has been going on at NFRD during a recent Naples Board of Selectmen meeting.

“We changed how do billing,” he said. “Instead of doing separate bills for individual items, we do a lump sum bill,” based on costs comparable to other parts of Maine.

“Our billing is up and our payments are up from

the previous year,” he said.

“We have seen an improvement in our returns according to our accountant.”

Scribner had provided selectmen with copies of the call volume report for the year.

“Our numbers are about the same as last year: about 760 (calls to dispatch),” he said. “Five hundred are EMS calls, the rest are fire calls.”

Then, Scribner discussed response times for the department.

“Our average time out the door is 2½ minutes,” he said. “Two and a half minutes sounds like a lot of time. A lot of times, our truck is out on the road and waiting for the call to be dispatched.”

“A lot of times those response times are a lot quicker,” Scribner said.

“You will hear the sirens as the radio is giving dispatch.”

“The only thing to note is: we are doing the majority of our transports to Bridgton Medical Center,” he said, adding that there has been a slight increase in ambulance transports to Central Maine Medical Center.

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Training. This is a sixmonth program. Out of that, I will get more qualified EMTs to run calls with.”

Scribner reported that the new Recue Unit No. 7 would need to have its striping repainted. That is covered in the warranty.

For that reason, the town would retain the oldest ambulance, a 1997 model, to put back on the road while Rescue No. 7 is in the paint shop, probably sometime this summer.

After that, the town will most likely sell the ’97.

“As it currently stands, we own three ambulances.

We have two in service,” Scribner said.

Naples Town Manager Ephrem Paraschak complimented the department on a job well done during recent dispatch calls.

“I know they’ve had a couple tough calls, some overdoses,” he said.

In early January, the department responded to a fire at an unoccupied residence. They rescued the family pet and squelched the fire.

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“If it is a trauma call or cardiac arrest, we prefer go to Maine Med,” he said.

The department has been getting feedback from people served by local public safety personnel.

“Usually, every month, we have a gentleman who calls people that called rescue or fire,” he said.

The person calls everyone on the list. Typically, he contacts about 50 percent of those people.

“Most of the feedback has been really positive.

We don’t get any negative responses,” he said.

“There have been minor complaints about the ride and patient care. We have taken care of those internally,” he said.

The department also heard many good comments about treatment by fire and rescue volunteers, he said.

The department continues to offer first aid certification courses and babysitting classes throughout the year.

“Typically, each class is full,” he said.

“We just held a pediatric emergencies class here for several towns,” Scribner said.

“I got two members started on advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

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Regional Sports

March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 1B

Rec title games down to wire

Champions were crowned Saturday in the Lake Region Youth Basketball Grades 5/6 Leagues.

First up, it was the girls with Bridgton squaring off against Casco. Melissa Mayo put Bridgton on the fast track, scoring eight of her team’s 10 points. Mayo added a threepointer and netted seven points in the second quarter as Bridgton led 19-2 at the half.

Casco regrouped and enjoyed an 8-4 run in the third period behind six points from Brooke Gerry. Casco made it interesting as Lizzie Brewer scored six points to key a 12-0 fourth quarter rally.

But, Bridgton escaped with a 23-22 win.

Mayo was high scorer with 17 points. Emily Rock chipped in four points for Bridgton, while Libby Gray added two points.

Brooke Gerry was high scorer for Casco with 10 points, while Brewer had six, Hailey Gove four and Ava Smith two.

In Game two, Casco battled Naples. Owen Theriault sank a pair of foul shots — the only points for his team in the fourth quarter — to lift Casco to a thrilling 28-26 victory.

Evan Duprey had the hot hand early for Casco, scoring six points as his team built a 15-8 lead.

Ian Brogan connected on a three-pointer to lead a Naples second quarter rally as the team had four players score during an 11-4 run to tie the game at 19s at intermission.

Casco edged ahead with a 7-3 third quarter, and then fought off a late Naples challenge to capture the crown.

Duprey was high scorer with 13 points for Casco, while Owen Theriault chipped in six points, Abe Richards two, Tyler Jones two, Steven Stewart Jr. two, REC HOOPS, Page 2B

Homecoming for BA coach

BRIDGTON won the girls’ fifth-sixth grade rec basketball title Saturday. Team members included (front, left to right) Avery Varney, Abby Lavoie, Melissa Mayo and Libby Gray; (back row) Kasey Johnson, Dakota Muise, Addison Allen, Emily Rock and Larissa Harmon. The team was coached by Amy Mayo.

CASCO won the boys’ fifth-sixth grade rec basketball title Saturday. Team members included (front, left to right) Braden Coyne, Michael Clarke, Evan Duprey and Grady Kemp; (back row) Coach Gerry Simpson, Grady Bragdon-Clements, Owen Theriault, Tyler Jones, Abe Richards, Coach Matt Duprey and Steven Stewart Jr.

By Nick Lebel Bridgton Academy Rick Marcella is coming home.

Bridgton Academy announced Tuesday the return of Rick Marcella as Head Football Coach.

Coach Marcella, who coached at the Academy for 26 seasons from 1986 to 2012, returns after five years away from North Bridgton.

A Waterbury, Conn., native, Marcella has built a legendary career and resume in New England football. Beginning with a standout career as a defensive back at the University of New Haven, followed by earning his master’s degree Rick Marcella at Central Connecticut State, Marcella began his coaching career with stints as an assistant at Central Connecticut State, then SUNY Albany.

Marcella returns to Bridgton Academy after a year at Nauset Regional High School on Cape Cod and four seasons as head football coach at New Hampton School (N.H.), where he led the Huskies to a 30-5 overall record there.

“I’m excited to be home,” said Marcella. “Home with my wife, Liz, and home at Bridgton Academy. I am passionate about the mission of the school, and I’m looking forward to doing what I know and love. After seeing the positive changes that have taken place at Bridgton — the turf field, for example — as well as the excitement generated by the academic and administrative leadership, this is a great time to be coming home.”

Marcella began his initial tenure at Bridgton Academy in 1986, taking the helm as Head Football Coach in 1990. He continued the football program’s tradition of creating opportunities for dozens of students to play football at the collegiate level, including NFL star Victor Cruz ’05.

Under his guidance at Bridgton Academy, Marcella oversaw the nationally-recognized postgraduate football program and its players on the gridiron, from recruitment to college placement. His network of relationships grew throughout New England and the greater United States, culminating in his development of Bridgton’s postseason recruiting showcase. Continuing after his departure in 2012, last season’s showcase saw nearly 50 college coaches scouting Wolverine football players.

“First and foremost, Rick Marcella is a teacher who has helped to change the lives of so many of his students, players, and colleagues,” said incoming Bridgton Academy Head of School, Martin Mooney. “His rich history with the school, combined with his deep football knowledge and passion for the game, makes Rick the perfect coach to lead our football program. We’re very fortunate to have him back with us at Bridgton Academy, and I look forward to working with him this summer.”

Marcella will officially return upon completion of the school year at New Hampton School, and will hit the ground running recruiting students for the 2018 Class, as well as connecting with students who have already committed. With Marcella returning to a coaching staff that includes Matt Burgess ’88, Joe Daley ’77, Travis Dube and Trevor Coston, the Bridgton Academy coaching staff now has an unbroken line of 31 years of uninterrupted experience at the Academy.

Bridgton Academy’s mission is to provide a program for young men in a unique, one-year postgraduate environment to prepare for the competitive rigors of college and beyond.

Indoor T&F athletes fare well at NE championships

Featuring the “best of the best,” indoor track & field athletes from Fryeburg Academy and Lake Region traveled Saturday to the Reggie Lewis Center in Roxbury, Mass., for the New England Championships.

Making the trip for the

Raiders were Lexi Charles, Skye Collins, Bridget Tweedie and Gwen Boros.

The girls competed in the 4x200 relay and Bridget competed in the 55m dash.

The relay finished 23rd, running one second off their best. Bridget finished

Members of the Long Lake Skating Club certainly skated their hearts out at The Ice Vault in Hallowell.

Taking part in the Skating Association of Maine’s annual Skate Your Heart Out basic skills competition, local skaters captured the following honors: Avena Hoeflich, first place, Snowplow Sam Elements.

Brownyn Sherlock, second place, and Sativa Hoeflich, third place, Basic Skills 3 Elements Group A. Rosalie Sherlock, fourth place, Basic Skills 4 Elements Group A. Leo Hoeflich, first place, and Alicia Fontana, second place, Basic Skills 2 Program.

Rosalie Sherlock, third place, Basic Skills 4 Program.

Jeni Hoeflich, first place, Adult Figures.

Skye Hoeflich, first place, High Beginner Compulsory Elements.

Acadia Gantz, first place, Adult 5 Compulsory Elements.

Jeni Hoeflich, first place, Adult Bronze Compulsory Elements.

Sadie Tirrell, third place, Freeskate 1 Program Group A. Alicia Fontana, first place, and Leo Hoeflich, second place, Basic Skills 2 Elements.

Delia Fontana, second place, Basic Skills 3 Elements Group B. Che Che Stoddard, first place, Basic Skills 5 Elements.

Sativa Hoeflich, third place, and Delia Fontana, fourth place, Basic Skills 3 Program.

Che Che Stoddard, third place, Basic Skills 5 Program.

River Hoeflich, Skye Hoeflich and Sadie Tirrell, second place, Team C Compulsory Elements.

Peg Nation, first place, Adult 4 Compulsory Elements.

Sami Hoeflich, first place, Adult Pre-Bronze Compulsory.

Jeni Hoeflich, first place, Adult Bronze Moves in the Field.

Nina Stoddard, first place, Adult 3 Freeskate Program.

Acadia Gantz, first place, Adult 5 Freeskate Program.

21st, running just off her best.

“It was a great trip to Boston and the girls all made it home in time for the (Winter Carnival) dance,” FA Coach Kevin McDonald said. “This meet is a showcase of the very best New

England has to offer and it is an honor to be able to compete with the best. We have been fortunate to send athletes every year to this meet of champions. I would like to thank Coach Collins for the exceptional job this year with our sprinters. To

produce back-to-back state champions in the 4x200 relay, after losing two girls to graduation, and produce the state champion in the 55m dash speaks volumes about the program. Could we have a three-peat?”

Coach McDonald also

thanks all athletes, parents and bus drivers for a fantastic year.

Meanwhile, Catherine Christiansen of Lake Region came in 23rd in the 600 meters with a time of 1:47.41. Her time is a school record.

Long Lake Club skates hearts out at Ice Vault

LONG LAKE SKATING CLUB members, front row (left to right) Delia Fontana, Leo Hoeflich, Sativa Hoeflich, Rosalie Sherlock and Bronwyn Sherlock; back row, Samantha Hoeflich, Dorothy Stoddard, Alicia Fontana, Skye Hoeflich, Margarette Nation, Laurie Green, Che Che Stoddard, River Hoeflich and Jennifer Hoeflich. Missing from the photo were Acadia Gantz and Sadie Tirrell.

Program.

Skye Hoeflich, first place, Trio.

River Hoeflich, first Freeskate 2 Program.

Peg Nation, first place, Laurie Green, Jeni Adult 4 Freeskate Program. place, Freeskate 3 Program.

Club sponsors included: Jeni Hoeflich, first place, Hoeflich and Sami Hoeflich, first place, Adult Showcase Adult Bronze Freeskate Chalmers Insurance, Western

Maine Youth Athlete Support Association, McIver Electric, Beth’s Café, Elegance Hair Salon, Black Horse Tavern and Oberg Insurance.

Page 2B, The Bridgton News, March 9, 2017

Regional sports

Lastra preps for NCAA finals

YOUNG AND SPUNKY — The Lake Region boys travel team may have been the youngest and smallest team in the Cape Elizabeth league this winter, but players gave all of the top teams all they wanted to deal with in the playoffs, according to Coach Matt Duprey. The Lakers finished with a plus .500 record, and had a “great learning year.” The team included: (front, left to right) Brock Gibbons, Evan Duprey and Grady Kemp; (back row) Josiah England, Jake Deschenes, Grady Bragdon-Clements, Jacob Chadbourne, Wesley Martin and Ian Brogan. Missing from the photo were Steve Stewart and Abe Richards. The team was coached by Matt Duprey and Jim Willey.

Fun fishing times

There was a great turnout for the 2017 Winter Carnival Kids Ice Fishing Derby, sponsored by Unc’L Lunkers Bait & Tackle and the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce.

Thirty-four eager participants had fun out on the lake fishing, as well as throwing snowballs and constructing a snow fort.

The event was a success thanks to all the parents and

Anna Lastra of Bridgton is one of 12 members of the Stonehill College (Easton, Mass.) women’s track and field program to have earned a combined 17 All-East Region honors from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA).

The awards recognize each region’s top five performers in individual events and top three teams in relay events.

Half of the women who earned All-Region honors this year were recognized

by USTFCCCA for the first time, while the other half tallied their third or higher AllRegion accolade.

Anna, a graduate of Fryeburg Academy, is the final Skyhawk to have earned the honor multiple times, as

she has picked up her second and third awards this season in the 3000-meter run and the DMR (relay team).

The freshman marked a personal best at the BU Valentine Invitational meet in the 3000m clocking in at 10:04.55. She also was part of the DMR that placed first at the New England Championships this year.

Previously, Anna picked up her first All-Region honor during the cross-country season when she placed 13th at the NCAA Regional Championship.

The Stonehill women will cap its indoor season on March 10-12 when its qualified individuals will compete at the NCAA Division II Track and Field Championships held at the CrossPlex Complex in Birmingham, Ala.

Rec championships

(Continued from Page 1B) Grady Bragdon-Clements two and Braden Coyne one.

For Naples, Ian Brogan had nine points, Wesley Martin netted eight, Matthew Peterson had four, Josiah England three and Hayden Staley two.

Spring sports signups

Bridgton Recreation’s spring athletics and programs are now open for registration as follows: T-Ball — ages 4 to 6, March 10 Baseball — ages 6 to 16, March 10 Softball — ages 6 to 15, March 10 Karate — elementary, March 8 Mad Science — elementary, March 24 Lacrosse — ages 5 to 13, March 10 Coaches, officials, umpires and anyone willing to help with the snack shacks, programs, and/or fields please contact TOP DERBY FINISHERS at the Bridgton Winter Carnival held at Highland Lake Bridgton Rec Director Gary Colello at 647-1126 or rec@ were (left to right) Sadie Johnson, first place with a largemouth bass; Mariah Davis bridgtonmaine.org Visit www.bridgtonmaine.org for registration forms and second; Kiley Gavett and Preston Ross tied for third place. more information. others who lent a helping Congratulations to the Ross (age 3) with a 1.8 lb. hand blazing trails through winners of the 2017 derby: fish the snow, assisting kids First place — Sadie Third place (a tie) — with setting up their traps, Johnson (age 13) with a Kiley Gavett (age 7) and and shuttling people around 2.85 lb. largemouth bass Preston Ross (age 4), each on snowmobiles.

Second place — Mariah with a 1.1 lb. pickerel

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Washington nearly all the way to Glen, N.H., and includes nine peaks along the way. Mounts Isolation, Davis, Stairs, Crawford, and Resolution are some of these. John T.B. Mudge, in his The White Mountains – Names, Places & Legends (1992) says that Montalban is “the very simple anglicaization of the Latin ‘Mons,’ Mountain and ‘Albus,’ White, or White Mountain.”

The southernmost peak on the Montalban Ridge, at the very end of the chain, is Mount Stanton. The mountain overlooks the village of Bartlett, N.H. and has great views of the Attitash Ski Area from its summit ledges. According to Robert and Mary Hixon (The Place Names of the White Mountains, 1980) they suspect that it was probably named for a Bartlett family.

They continue: “It was formerly known as Rattlesnake

Mountain, one of many mountains having that name in New Hampshire, but it appeared as Mt. Stanton on Prof. Charles Hitchcock’s map of 1876.”

The yellow-blazed Mount Stanton trail climbs moderately through mixed hardwoods of oak, maple and aspen until the forest transitions into balsam fir, hemlock and pine as the trail reaches higher elevation. Thankfully, the snow was hardpacked so we were very comfortable hiking in microspikes and could leave our snowshoes in the cars. There are a couple of steep spots which were icy in places, but Trudy, who has climbed this in the fall, said that these steep spots are treacherous because of loose gravel underfoot.

At the top of the first steep part, the trail turns left and ascends at an easier grade passing the first of several outlooks from White’s Ledge. The trail passes a large glacial erratic boulder on the right of the trail and then climbs steeply again. At the top, there is a ledge with nice views of the Attitash Ski Area. Just before the summit are ledges with more views, and a sunny sheltered spot out

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(Photo by Allen Crabtree) of the wind where we had our lunch. The true summit of Mount Stanton is another 0.1 miles further amid a nice stand of red pines. There are views to the north from the summit of Mount Washington, Iron Mountain, Carter Notch, the Doubleheads and other peaks.

Neighboring Mount Pickering (1,930 feet) is the next peak to the north on

the Montalban Ridge from Mount Stanton, and is a hike of 0.7 miles down and then up to its summit. Some of the Denmark Mountain Hikers continued to the summit of Mount Pickering on our March 3 hike.

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Although we’ve climbed most of the mountains in the Bartlett, N.H. area, for some reason, the mountains at the southern end of the Montalban Ridge have never felt the tread of our hiking boots.

To start to remedy this oversight, the Denmark Mountain Hikers tackled the mountain at the end of the ridge, 1,716-foot Mount Stanton, on a windy, chilly Friday, March 3, 2017. It is a great little mountain and an enjoyable hike, and

March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 3B

Doc’s work

Local Rotary students will help village with Maine ties

On the eastern end of the Caribbean Nation of the Dominican Republic, not far from the city of La Romana, a small village is honoring the legacy of a doctor from Maine.

A cinder block school is being built and will be named for Dr. Marshall Smith of Blue Hill, Maine.

Dr. Smith is being remembered by the island community for his years of volunteerism and the medical supplies and equipment he brought to La Romana since the 1980s.

From March 26 to April 2, 19 students from Lake Region High School, Fryeburg Academy and Telstar Regional High School will travel to the country with three local Rotarians. The group will volunteer in Como Quiera and put the finishing touches on the school and playground and take part in the dedication ceremony.

This is the third service trip to the Dominican Republic for Rotarian Mody Botros of Bridgton. Each year, he has traveled with local Interact Clubs (Rotary International’s service clubs for students ages 12 to 18).

The students and chaper-

ones raise money and collect donated school supplies to bring to the village. While planning this year’s trip, he happened upon the school project in Como Quiera and its ties to Dr. Smith.

Botros and some of students recently drove to Blue Hill to meet with Dr. Smith and hear about his prior trips to the country.

“He’s retired now,” said Botros. “The students enjoyed meeting him and they are excited to work on a project that will honor his legacy.”

Dr. Smith told Botros that the school dedication was a great surprise for him. Since his retirement and the recent loss of his wife, he hadn’t been back to the Dominican Republic in 10 years. While he said he could think of more deserving people to be honored than him, he is very appreciative that locals still remember him after all these years.

“These trips truly are lifechanging,” said Botros, who works as the Creative officer at Saint Joseph’s College in Standish. “Being in a thirdworld, Spanish-speaking country, and seeing communities that have so little,

TOP ESSAY WRITER Paige Davis of Lake Region is presented a certificate by Sons of the American Revolution chairman of the Essay Contest David Manchester.

INDUCTEE — Nicole Marucci of Naples was recently inducted into the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society at the University of Maine at Presque Isle. Nicole is majoring in athletic training and is a member of the Owl’s softball team. She is the daughter of Deb and Pete Marucci.

makes you appreciate everything we have here. And taking a week to volunteer and help build a school that will educate the children of these villagers is very meaningful.”

The Interact students are still raising money to cover the costs of the project and school supplies they will bring on the trip. For more information on how to participate, donate money or school supplies, contact Mody Botros at 890-0866 or e-mail mbotros@sjcme.edu

Davis top essayist

MEETING DR. SMITH were a few members of the Rotary Club’s Interact team.

Pictured left to right, front row, Rohan Hikel and Emily Sakash; middle row, Mody Botros and Dr. Smith; back row, Zach Botros, Taylor Bass, Alyvia Wilson, Alex Headley, Paige Davis, a student at Kellen True, Elijah Laird, Xingyu Jin and Mike Chen. Photo below, Rotary students Lake Region High School, is work at a village during a recent service trip. the state winner of the youth contest sponsored be the Sons of the American Revolution.

Paige wrote this year’s Maine SAR Contest winning essay, “Women of the Revolution.” As the women attending the SAR luncheon listened to Paige read her essay, many could imagine what might have been their stories and experiences if they were all back 242 years ago.

Paige is a straight-A honor student, as well as a participant in three sports — field hockey, lacrosse and alpine skiing. She also coaches a middle school travel field hockey team.

Although Paige still has two more high school years to finish, she’s already looking ahead to college and medical school.

“My dream is to have an impact on someone’s life, and I know that I can accomplish that dream through Pediatric Oncology,” she said.

Paige’s winning essay will now be judged at the national 100 Main Street level to see if she will share Bridgton, ME 04009 in the $10,000 as one of the (207) 647-3311 top three finishers.

(Submitted by David (800) 660-3315 (Maine) or (800) 486-3312 (outside Maine) Manchester, the SAR chairman of the Essay Contest)

College honors Stephanie Chin of East Baldwin has received her Master of Science in Nursing — Education from Western Governors University (WGU, Salt Lake City). The university held its 32nd semi-annual commencement ceremony at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando on Feb. 11 and celebrated the graduation of more than 11,000 graduates.

Phoebe Hurd of Raymond, who is studying in the biomedical sciences program; Jakob Krzyston of Naples, who is studying in the biomedical engineering program; and Alison Upton of Bridgton, who is studying in the graphic design program, have made the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology (Rochester, N.Y.) for fall semester 20162017. Degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean’s List if their term grade point average is greater than or equal to 3.400.

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School news

College honors

Rich reaches Bee semis

Che Rich of Bridgton, a fifth grader at Stevens Brook Elementary School and the son of Sasha Kantro, has been notified by the National Geographic Society that he is one of the semifinalists eligible to compete in the 2017 Maine National Geographic State Bee. The contest will be held at the University of Maine at Farmington on Friday, March 31, 2017.

This is the second level of the National Geographic Bee competition, which is now in its 29th year. School Bees were held in schools with fourththrough eighth-grade students throughout the state to determine each school champion.

School champions then took a qualifying test, which they submitted to the National Geographic Society. The National Geographic Society has invited up to 100 of the top-scoring students in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Department of Defense Dependents Schools and U.S. territories to compete in the State Bees.

Each state champion will receive $100, the National Geographic Concise Atlas of the World, 4th Edition and a trip to Washington, D.C., to represent their state in the National Geographic Bee Championship to be held at National Geographic Society headquarters, May 14-17, 2017.

How would you fare as a Bee contestant?

At the school Bees this year, students had to answer questions like these: Q. The North Platte and South Platte Rivers meet in which state — New Mexico or Nebraska?

Answer: Nebraska Q. Which landmark in Washington, D.C., was burned by the British in 1814 — the Washington Monument or the White House?

Answer: White House Q. Sea otters sometimes wrap themselves in kelp when resting to keep from drifting away. Sea otters can be found near eastern Russia in the Sea of Okhotsk in which​​ocean?

Answer: Pacific Ocean Q. The island of Mauritius [maw-RISH-uhs] in the Indian Ocean has multicolored sand dunes. It’s weird, but it’s true!

Mauritius lies off the southeast coast of which continent that includes the Kalahari Desert?

Answer: Africa Q. What is the term for an underground layer of rock that holds groundwater — an arroyo or an aquifer?

Answer: aquifer

BEE QUALIFIER — Che Rich, Grade 5 student at Stevens Brook Elementary School, has made it to the Maine State CONGRATS FOR GEO BEE WIN — Songo Locks round of the National Geographic Geography Bee. He is School Principal Cheryl Cline congratulated Bhavnish pictured here with SBES Principal Cheryl Turpin.

Tucker, a fifth grader, after winning the school’s Geo Bee.

SLS’ Tucker headed to States

Bhavnish Tucker, a fifth grade student at Songo Locks School, won the school competition of the National Geographic Bee in February and a chance at a $50,000 college scholarship.

The school Bee, at which students answered questions on geography, was the first round of the 29th annual National Geographic Bee. Thousands of schools around the United States and in the five U.S. territories are participating in the 2017 National Geographic Bee. Bhavnish has taken the qualifying test and will

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compete for the State Bee Championship. Up to 100 of the top scorers on that test in each state will then be eligible to compete in their state Bee. The competition will be held at the University of Maine at Farmington at 12 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2017.

The National Geographic Society will provide an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C., for state winners to participate in the Bee national championship rounds May 15-17, 2017. The first place national champion

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The national finals will air on television on May 19 at 8 p.m. EST on the National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo WILD, and later on public television stations. Check local listings for dates and times.

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National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit membership organization driven by a passionate belief in the power of science, exploration and storytelling to change the world.

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Join Jennifer the real world of business.

Chute Smith in this class to Application deadline is learn natural ways to supMay 12. See your guidance port emotional health and office an application or conleave with several DIY projtact the Chamber at 647-3472. ects. The class will be held at Crooked River School in Casco on Tuesday, March 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Cost $19 (lab fee of $30 paid directly to instructor at (Continued from Page 2B) these new (to us) peaks to climb, we’ll take the whole class).

Preregistration is required group to Mount Langdon later in the year. Our plan is to climb to Langdon from the south and west and possibly for all classes Academic classes and spend the night at the Mount Langdon shelter.

College Prep are available Mount Stanton in Carroll County, Bartlett, NH at all sites.

Difficulty – Moderate Call the adult ed office at Trail distance to the summit – 1.5 miles 627-4291 to find out more.

Hiking time to the summit – 1 hour, 30 minutes E-mail: adulted@lakereElevation – 1,716 feet gionschools.org Vertical gain – 1,000 feet Coordinates – 44° 05’ 40” N 71° 13’ 43” W / 44.10567; -71.094 Topo Map – USGS North Conway West 7.5-minute quad Directions to the trailhead – Leave the north side of US 302 1.8 mi west of its junction with NH 16 in Glen and a short distance east of the bridge over the Saco River. Follow a paved road (Covered Bridge Lane) west, bearing left at 0.2 miles. The road swings right (north) and at 0.9 miles the trailhead (sign) is on the left where the road swings right again to head east as Hemlock Drive. Park on the roadside. The trail follows the left edge of a driveway for 80 yards and enters the woods, where it swings right, passing around the houses and climbs.

Stanton hike

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(Continued from Page 3B) (formerly Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences) Dean’s List for the spring 2016 semester.

The Dean’s List recognizes those students with a fulltime course load who have achieved outstanding scholarship with a 3.5 GPA or higher for the academic term.

Sage Viets-Aughton of Fryeburg and an Exploratory major, was named to the Dean’s List in Ithaca College’s School of Humanities and Sciences for the fall 2016 semester.

Mackenzie Sangster of Raymond has been named to the 2016 fall semester Dean’s List at Lafayette College (Easton, Pa.) for outstanding academic achievement.

To qualify for Dean’s List, a student must achieve at least a 3.60 semester grade point average on a scale of 4.0.

Jennifer Keaten, a native of Bridgton, received a MPHMPH Program degree from the University of Iowa at the close of the fall 2016 semester. The University of Iowa is one of the nation’s premier public research universities, dedicated to academic excellence, groundbreaking discoveries and creations, commitment to Iowa and the world, and a culture that prizes community, diversity, and opportunity.

University of New Hampshire’s Dean’s List The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for the fall 2016 semester.

Mindy McLaren of Harrison earned Honors McKenzie Larson of Raymond earned Highest Honors Giselle Wallace of Sebago earned Highest Honors Kylie Marshall of Sebago earned High Honors Students named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire are students who have earned recognition through their superior scholastic performance during a semester enrolled in a full-time course load (12 or more graded credits). Highest honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.85 or better out of a possible 4.0.

Students with a 3.65 to 3.84 average are awarded high honors and students whose grade point average is 3.5 through 3.64 are awarded honors.

UMF Dean’s List The University of Maine at Farmington announces its Dean’s List for the fall 2016 semester.

Bridgton: Laura Pulito North Bridgton: Leanne Kugelman Fryeburg: Makayla Frost, Liam LeConey Naples: Reed BridgeKoenigsberg, Erin Levasseur Sebago: Abigail Lucy Waterford: Lindsay Toothaker.

Classifieds

Discriminatory Advertising under the Fair Housing Act

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed, or published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

CHALMERS INSURANCE &

REAL ESTATE

Part of the Chalmers Group

100 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 Phone: 207-647-3311 Fax: 207-647-3003 www.chalmers-ins.com BN 10

BRIDGTON — Rooms for rent. $125 per week furnished with Internet. Call Ben at 207-894-8303.

ODD JOBS — By the hour, day, tf9 week or job. Snow shoveling, light trucking. Free estimates. Call 627- BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom apart4t7x ment, hardwood floors, propane 4649. heat, large kitchen, deck, river, FOR SALE walk to town, first floor of duplex, GOT WOOD — Ready to burn no pets, year lease, off-street parkOctober 2016. $250 a cord. Cut, ing. $825/month plus utilities. Call tf10 split and delivered locally. Call 207-939-3747. tf21 647-8146.

WORK WANTED

FOR RENT

BRIDGTON — Large 2-bedroom apartment. Close to town. Sunny with porch. $800 month plus utilities. 207-229-6749.

2t9x BRIDGTON — Single-family house, near center of town. Five rooms newly renovated, possible nursery off master bedroom, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Off-street, private parking. Large private yard, appliances, washer, dryer included.

First mo. rent, security deposit and references. $800 per month plus utilities, possible pets. 207-6157344; 207-452-2585. tf10

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$5 FOR TATTERED — U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339.

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FIREWOOD — $260 seasoned cord, half cord $150, cut, split, delivered. $225 cord green, half cord green $125. Half cord soft wood $85. Call Wendell Scribner, 10t5x 583-4202.

SNOWMOBILE PARTS — New and used. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., six days a week. Closed Wednesdays.

D&G Snowmobilers Discount.

10x1x 207-583-2312.

DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried twelve months. Selling seasoned hardwood year-round. One cord $240, half cord $140. Call 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. westermainefirewood.com 52t22x

VEHI­CLES FOR SALE

JESUS IS LORD — new and used auto parts. National locator.

Most parts 2 days. Good used cars.

Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477. tf30 HIGHLAND LAKE — Bridgton. Waterfront lot with building permit. Asking $89,900. Call Good Deed Realty. 207-650-3454.

E-mail: bobtripp@gooddeedrealty. com tf48

Classified line ads are now posted FOR RENT on our website at NO EXTRA CHARGE! www.bridgton.com BRIDGTON — One-bedroom apartment. First floor, with ramp.

HELP WANTED Big sunny windows, oak cabinets, OFFICE/BOOKKEEPING — granite counter and wood floors. position. Also cleaning/errands Freshly painted. On dead-end position. Must have valid driver’s street. Very quiet and wooded part license. Call 207-693-3831, e-mail of town. $700 month plus $700 RobertFogg@Q-Team.com or security deposit. Utilities not instop by Q-Team Tree Service in cluded. Parking, rubbish and snow Naples. tf9 removal included. Call 207-6258812.

5t9x HELP WANTED — Anticipated and current employment opportunities Maine School Administrative District 72, Fryeburg, Me. Posted on our website: www. tf5 msad72.org

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CASCO/NAPLES BULKY WASTE CASCO/NAPLES TRANSFER STATION HELP WANTED

YARD FOREMAN

We are currently looking for a Chiropractor and a Chiropractic Assistant for full-time and part-time to work in our Fryeburg & Bridgton Maine Offices. We are willing to train & license the Chiropractic Assistant.

Casco/Naples Bulky Waste & Transfer Station is seeking a qualified individual to fill this full-time position. 40 hours, 4 days a week.

Front-end loader experience is required. Working weekends is required.

Anyone wishing to fill out an application may pick one up at the Bulky Waste Office, 449 Leach Hill Rd., Casco, Maine 04015, cnbw@fairpoint.net, 207-627-7585

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Come join us!

Call 207-935-3500 to schedule an interview.

70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037

MINI-REFRIGERATOR — 1.7 cubic feet. Danby Model DCR054.

Mint condition. Ideal for camps. $100. Call Bob at 647-5437. 1t10x

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

ATTENTION

FOR RENT

CASCO — Rooms for rent. $125 per week furnished with Internet and laundry onsite. Call Tommy at 207-595-4946. tf9

Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303

We are a small family facility with an excellent reputation for providing quality care while enjoying a homelike atmosphere. If you enjoy fulfilling and meaningful relationships with your residents and their families then this may be the place for you. Currently accepting applications for:

Nursing Home Unit Full-time 7-3 & Per Diem 7-3 & 3-11

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) If interested stop by and see Deb at Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, Fryeburg, or visit our website at: fryeburghealthcare.com for an application.

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Classified advertising is sold in this space at the rate of $3.50 for 20 words or less and 15¢ a word over 20. All ads are payable in advance.

Repeats are charged at the same rate as new ads. Ads taken over the phone must be called in by Monday with payment arriving by Tuesday. A charge of $1.00 per week extra is made for the use of a box number if requested. A charge of $1.00 per classified is made if billing is necessary. Cards of Thanks and In Memoriams are charged at the same rate as classified ads. Poetry is charged by the inch.

Classified display is sold at $6.50 per column inch. Classified advertisers must furnish written copy.

The Bridgton News assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements other than to reprint that part of any advertisement in which a typographical error occurs. Advertisers will please notify the business office promptly of any errors that may occur, phone 207-647-2851.

HELP WANTED

COOK, WAIT STAFF — fulltime, year-round wait staff wanted for Punkin Valley Restaurant. Apply in person, Route 302, West tf35 Bridgton.

Local Residential Club on Kezar Lake Seeks General Manager Manage all year-round activities on behalf of the membership under the direction of the Club President and Board of Governors.

Responsibilities include financial and accounting, security, communications, grounds, maintenance, procurement, website, dining operations and staffing.

The successful candidate will have prior management experience and a working knowledge of QuickBooks or similar software.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: jobsatkezar@gmail.com

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CLASSIFIED DISPLAY ADS Deadline: Friday 4:00 p.m.

CLASSIFIED LINE ADS Deadline: Monday 5:00 p.m.

March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 5B

We Are Looking For ASE Certified Techs

Top Pay for Top Techs.

Hourly and flat rate positions available. We want team players who are looking to grow and advance with a fastmoving company. No franchise experience necessary.

PART-TIME COOK — evenings. Experience preferred.

American Legion Post 155. Contact Maxine 693-6285. tf10

WE OFFER: • Clean Working Environment • Paid Vacations • Paid Training • Health and Dental Insurance

• Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Days • Bonus Pay Plans • 401k Plan And More!

If You Are Looking For A Better Future, Call Today For A Confidential Interview.

Please call or send resumes to Matt Golding

603-356-5401 • mgolding@crestautoworld.com Chevrolet • Chrysler • Dodge • Jeep

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Sunday thru Saturday 1T10CD

40+ Current Job Openings

Prior automotive service writing experience required, valid driver’s license a must. Communication skills, problem solving skills, outgoing personality, computer skills, positive attitude. Saturdays a must. Must be 18 years old or older, high school diploma or equivalent

You can apply in person Walk into our Windham office, Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. or online at www.bonneystaffing.com

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940 Roosevelt Trail Windham, ME 04062 207.892.2286 www.bonneystaffing.com BONNEY is an EOE

at our Bridgton Location.

Please Contact David Eaton, Service Manager Macdonald Motors, Inc Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-3304 Service.bridgton@macdonaldmotors.com www.macdonaldmotors.com 1T10CD

FRYEBURG ACADEMY Macdonald Motors has an immediate opening for an

Experienced Automotive Technician to join our award-winning service department at our Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram store in Bridgton.

The job requirements are as follows: 1. Automotive Experience is a must 2. Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license 3. 40+ hours per week 4. Must be 18 years old or older 5. Positive attitude is a must 6. Must be willing to multitask 7. Maine State Inspection License

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Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Clerk

Fryeburg Academy offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) and paid time off.

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to HR@fryeburgacademy.org or mail to Fryeburg Academy, Attention: Human Resources, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037.

All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to MAINE DEPT. OF EDUCATION CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD CHECK. Position will close when a suitable applicant is found.

Fryeburg Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants should contact: Rebecca at (207) 452-2157 or rebecca@khielexcavation.com 65 Bull Ring Road, Denmark, ME 04022

COURTESY BOAT INSPECTORS FOR THE 2017 SEASON

has an opening in the Business Office for an

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Please Contact: David Eaton, Service Manager 456 Portland Road, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-3304 service@macdonaldmotors.com www.macdonaldmotors.com

Khiel Excavation offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes health and dental insurances, retirement plan with company match, uniforms, paid holiday and vacation time, and a company vehicle.

The Town of Lovell, Maine will be hiring

Position requires bookkeeping knowledge. Accuracy, attention to detail, and effective communication skills required.

Applicant must have computer skills (Excel and Word), accounting software knowledge and be able to multitask and work independently.

Macdonald Motors offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes 401K, Health/Dental Insurance, Paid Sick Time, Paid Training.

Khiel Excavation is currently seeking a qualified Estimator/ Project Manager to join their growing team. Extensive construction experience and a proven track record of sustained and successful estimating experience are required.

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Light Industrial/Laborers • Administration • Medical CNC Milling – Soldering/Electrical assembly Sales/Customer service Part-time

Macdonald Motors is looking to hire an

Experienced Automotive Service Writer

Work Schedule *Inspectors can work one to six shifts per week *Shifts are 0600 – 1200, 1200 – 1700 7 days per week, and 1700 – 2000 on Fri., Sat. and Sunday *Pay rate is $10.00 per hour Principle Responsibilities *Inspectors will be trained to efficiently and effectively inspect watercraft for aquatic plants *Inspectors will work in the Kezar Lake Watershed *Inspectors, as representatives of the Town, need good communication skills, be able to keep accurate records and be dependable.

Hiring Process Applications are available on our website at: www.lovellmaine.us or at the Lovell Town Office. Mail to: Town of Lovell, PO Box 236, Center Lovell, ME 04016, by March 31, 2017.

Contact: Marty Prox, CBI Coordinator, Lovell Invasive Plant Prevention Committee (LIPPC) prox@fairpoint.net

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Bonney Staffing Center, Inc. has openings in the Norway, Bridgton, Naples, Windham, Gray, Standish and Gorham areas!

Applying with us could have you starting work tomorrow!!!

Classifieds

Letters

Page 6B, The Bridgton News, March 9, 2017 INSTRUCTION

BUSINESS SERVICES

HEAP HAULERS — Towing MUSIC LESSONS — and Tu- service. Cash paid for junk cars. tf12 toring. In Oxford County. For- Call 655-5963. merly St. Louis Philharmonic and WANTED Kentucky Symphony violinist.

Master’s degree. 207-256-9559. PLEASE CONSIDER — cpriem@juno.com 4t9x donating gently used furniture, household items and more to BUSINESS SERVICES Harvest Hills Animal Shelter.

LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER FMI, go to our website www.

— Cats $70-$85, dogs starting at harvesthills.org for details or call tf44 $100. Grant funds available for 935-4358, ext. 21. qualified Oxford County residents.

Rozzie May Animal Alliance www.RozzieMay.org 603-4471373. tf18 DENMARK HOUSE PAINTING — Since 1980. Interior and exterior painting. Free estimates.

Call John Mathews 452-2781. tf40

Letters Classifieds work! The light of the world

Our (jewelry & coins) vendor will be set up on from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Don’t forget — they buy, too.

Buying and Offering US Coins Gold & Silver Bullion

510 Portland Rd. (the former Rivard Auction Hall) Friendly group shop — Lg. variety of antique and vintage Open every day but Wed. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FMI: 207-523-0533

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142 Main Street Conway, NH 603-447-3611 Metal Detectors

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HUBKA CONSTRUCTION

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER WANTED 5-year minimum carpentry experience. Must have own tools and transportation. Health insurance and IRA retirement accounts available. Individual should be neat, motivated and have a professional attitude.

Call Hubka Construction, 647-2299. 2T10CD

Green firewood $210/cord, minimum 2-cord delivery.

Selling tree-length firewood, call for pricing.

SEASONED FIREWOOD — $250 per cord Order online at westernmainetimberlands.com or call 207-925-1138

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The UMBRELLA FACTORY SUPERMARKET Now taking applications for employment.

All positions part-time.

Apply in person at The Umbrella Factory.

NAPLES SHOPPING CENTER Route 302, Naples, ME 207-693-3988 TF35CD

DENMARK SELF-STORAGE 207-452-2157 NEED A

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE? THE BRIDGTON NEWS

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10' x 10' Unit $50.00 per month

STATION ELEVATION 560 FT.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CONSULT OUR LISTING OF BUSINESS SERVICES AND LET AN EXPERT DO THE JOB! ACCOUNTANTS Chandel Associates Accounting, Taxes Audits, Full Service Payroll 3 Elm St., Bridgton Office 647-5711 Jones & Matthews, PA Certified Public Accountants Accounting and taxes Roosevelt Trail Prof. Bldg.

Route 302, Bridgton 647-3668 cpas@maine.com

ALARMS WAM-ALARM Systems Installation, Service, Monitoring Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors Free Security Survey 647-2323

CARPETING Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Carpet and Flooring Sales and Installation 21 Sandy Creek Rd, Bridgton 647-5562 800-310-5563

CHIMNEY LINING The Clean Sweep LLC Chimney Cleaning Service Supaflu and Stainless Steel Chimney lining and relining Dana Richardson 935-2501

CLEANING SERVICES First Impressions Cleaning Inc. Residential & Commercial Seasonal 647-5096

DANCE INSTRUCTION The Ballroom Dance - Exercise - Yoga - Aikido Main St., Harrison, Maine 207-583-6964

DENTAL SERVICES

ATTORNEYS Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA 110 Portland St., Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com

TLC Home Maintenance Co. Professional Cleaning and Property Management Housekeeping and much more 583-4314

COMPUTERS

Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA 132 Main St. P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 647-8360

Grammy Geek Tech support for seniors (jr’s too) 1-1 support at your home Malware & virus removal/PC repair Free pick-up & delivery 207-310-0289

Hastings Malia, PA 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com

Ms. C’s Computer Repair Virus and spyware removal PC repairs 207-228-5279 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton

CARETAKERS Caretake America Managing and Patrolling Kevin Rogers, Owner/Manager Rte. 35, Naples 693-6000

CARPENTRY Robert E. Guy General Carpentry – Additions Repairs – Remodeling www.bobguy@myfairpoint.net Harrison 743-5120 239-4804 (cell) Jerry’s Carpentry & Painting Carpenter & General Contractor Log homes – decks – remodeling Fully insured – Free estimates 207-527-2552

Naples Computer Services PC repair/upgrades – on-site service Virus and spy-ware removal Home and business networking Video security systems 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746

CONTRACTORS Jeff Hadley Builder Remodeling, Additions Tile work, Wood flooring Kitchens, Drywall, Painting 30 yrs experience 207-595-8421 jhadley44@gmail.com Quality Custom Carpentry From start to finish and from old to new Jeff Juneau Naples 207-655-5903

Snow’s Excavation Complete site work Foundations-Septic-Lots cleared 207-647-2697

EXERCISE/FITNESS Dee’s BodyCraft Personal Training, Aerobics, Pilates Certified – Experienced Bridgton 647-9599

FLOORING Bolsters Decorating Center Carpet – vinyl – ceramic Always free decorating consulting bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202

Bridgton Dental Associates Dr. Paul Cloutier Complete dental care 138 Harrison Rd, Bridgton www.bridgtondental.com 207-647-8052

J & M Wood Floors Installation/Sanding/Refinishing Fully insured – Free estimates 207-337-5623

Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA Complete comprehensive oral hygiene care Infants – Seniors Most dental insurances, MaineCare 647-4125 bdhc@myfairpoint.net

Henry’s Concrete Construction Foundations, Slabs, Floors Harrison Tel. 583-4896

Mountain View Dentistry Dr. Leslie A. Elston APPLIANCE REPAIR Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry Servicemaster 207-647-3628 Prof.

Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC MountainViewDentistryMaine.com Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration Quality service you deserve 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 All major brands jonesappliances@aol.com 647-4432

EXCAVATION

DOCKS

Great Northern Docks, Inc. Sales & Service Route 302, Naples 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com

ELECTRICIANS Bosworth Electric Inc. Quality electrical contractor Commercial/Industrial/Residential Generators/Todd Bosworth/207-838-6755 bosworthelectricinc@hotmail.com D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Residential/Commercial/Industrial Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Bridgton 207-647-5012 J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Bridgton 647-9435 McIver Electric “Your on time every time electricians” 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 647-3664 www.mciverelectric.net R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 24 hour Emergency Service Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 David K. Moynihan Master Electrician Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016

FOUNDATIONS

GARAGE DOORS Naples Garage Door Co. Installation & repair services Free estimates Naples 207-693-3480

To The Editor: There is transformative power in the virtues of gentleness, tenderness, and especially kindness. All of them are framed by humility. All of them add up to something that will save humanity and all life in our world.

There is a big change happening in the world and it stands directly in the midst of the narcissism, unbridled pride, corrosive nationalism, and downright evil that has gripped America and many other nations recently. But it is nothing new. It is just a very stark example of it always being the darkest just before the light of the dawn.

This Spirit is coming fast and it will sweep the entire planet.

What is it?

I can tell you that it is, of course the opposite of all those things. There is an evil that is disguising itself as patriotism and love of homeland. It is a strong delusion so that many good intentioned people will believe a lie.

It is what God placed us here to learn. Something simple. Something that every child knows.

It’s kindness. Kindness and charity toward one another; concern for every living thing.

It is knowing that we are ALL connected — connected to each other as well as securely connected to God our Creator.

Charity and kindness is the bridge to all cultures and religions. Kindness is the light that all major religious and spiritual leaders are speaking of when they speak about “The Light.”

It is said by many today that what’s missing in our MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 671-2556 (cell)

MUSIC LESSONS Up Scale Music Studio Piano Lessons – All Levels Composition-Theory-Transcription Evan 647-9599

NOTARY PUBLIC Northwoods Notary Mobile notary services Weddings - lulapoop@gmail.com Linda Mercer 207-776-9090

OIL DEALERS Dead River Co. Range & Fuel Oil Oil Burner Service Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton

Bass Heating Oil Burner Service Sales and Installations Waterford (207) 595-8829

Truth about the lies

To The Editor: Starting with Bill Clinton, the hard left began to take over the Democratic Party and make it more and more like a cross between Germany’s Nazi Party and the old U.S.S.R. Communist Party.

Besides being a wrecking ball determined to destroy property rights, free market capitalism, the economy, healthcare, and the Constitution, what of a positive nature have the Progressive Marxist-fascist cohorts done to make life better for the American People?

Not very much.

Our great universities have come under the sway of Marxist-Leninist philosophy.

From California (Berkley) to the Northeast (Middlebury) LETTERS, Page 7B RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417

RUBBISH SERVICE AM Enterprises LLC Trash & snow removal Serving Harrison & Bridgton ameinc@outlook.com 207-749-2850

SELF STORAGE Bridgton Storage 409 Portland Rd 28 units & 4000’ open barn Bridgton 647-3206 JB Self Storage Rt. 5 Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING

Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired PAINTING CONTRACTORS Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546 Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior SURVEYORS Fully Insured – Free Estimates 207-527-2552 F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates PLUMBING & HEATING Surveying, Land Planning 693 Main St, Lovell 207-925-1468 blissinc@fairpoint.net Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc.

Roberts Overhead Doors Commercial/residential – free estimates Specializing in repair service in Now offering Master Card & Visa The Lake Region 647-4436 207-595-2311

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world today is kindness and compassion for all people and all life. That is simply false.

The tipping point is rapidly being reached whereby good will overpower evil.

The drive toward this fulcrum is being spurred on by a handful of political leaders on the world scene today.

How is that even possible, you may ask? It is possible through the use of negative example. God set these kings, these world leaders, on their thrones for that very purpose. They show, by negative example, just what NOT to do. By practicing this, they are in direct opposition to God. By their actions, these very evil leaders are drawing out all the divine goodness and kindness in mankind.

Pulling forth all the love that mankind can muster. That love is what is about to sweep the globe. This goodness, this light, will crush evil. Those of us who practice kindness are the light of the world.

Never forget that.

Michael Corthell Bridgton

Holt Plumbing Inc. Service work – pumps Camp openings – 30 years exp.

207-318-9981

Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Land info services – Surveys Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine Off: 583-6159 D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS Over 10,000 surveys on file

Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home and Auto 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745

Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling TREE SERVICE Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423 Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Crane-licensed & fully insured Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Organic lawn & garden maintenance Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Shoreline restoration Creative stonework, property watch Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Complete tree service – free estimates Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Licensed and insured Utility and Landscape Arborist REAL ESTATE Waterford ME – 583-2474

Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

Kezar Realty Homes, Land & Vacation Rentals Lovell Village 207-925-1500 KezarRealty.com

Southern Maine Retirement Services Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Life and Senior Dental Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340

Lakes Region Properties “At the Lights in Naples” Waterfront, Residential Commercial & Land 207-693-7000

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Opinion & Comment

March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 7B

Small World

by Henry Precht BN Columnist

Getting Russia right

Get a grip on your rocking chairs — brace yourselves — steady on: I, a certified liberal, am going to write something positive about President Trump. You might say that a leader dedicated to sweeping changes in policy and style is bound to be on target once in awhile. Or you might call him a closet liberal.

I don’t know about the statistics, but I find that I am in much closer alignment with his perspective on Russia than with the seeming majority of foreign policy establishmentarians (a.k.a. the “Blob”) in the major parties. Many, maybe most, of them see a malevolent Russia hand manipulating last November’s election results. I agree with the president in calling that a “ruse.” I’ve not seen a stitch of convincing evidence to that effect. “Can’t reveal sources and methods,” they will [always] say. “Trust us,” they demand.

“The U.S. is not Gambia, not even Italy. It is big, complex, and powerful; hardly easy to manipulate,” I rebut. Maybe I’ll be proved wrong; history will judge.

The Blob thinks/seems to hope that the Cold War continues.

Russian destabilizing support for the enemy in Ukraine and Syria and for other nations and groups we don’t care for is heated-up Cold War tactics, they explain.

I prefer the explanation offered by a scholarly friend from the Foreign Service: Russia is experiencing the collapse of an empire and the tensions and conflicts that have historically accompanied such events. Think of the fall of Austria-Hungary and World War I that followed. When the central power that RUSSIA, Page 12B

Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin BN Columnist

Rattled by a white man

James Fisher said he couldn’t attend classes at the University of Pennsylvania because one of his white professors refused to denounce his white privilege. Fisher is black, and he wrote an article about his mental anguish, which was published in his university’s newspaper, The Daily Pennsylvanian. “I stopped going to his class for a month. With different emotions going through my head from not only this class but from the Trump election, I did not want to step foot into another white space until I made sure that my mental health was restored,” Fisher wrote.

The paper said Fisher is from the Bronx, N.Y., and in his picture he looked fairly normal. He must have learned some toughness living there, and he’s only in his sophomore year at UPenn. Is this what can happen to a man after only one year in an Ivy League school these days? He can get completely rattled RATTLED, Page 9B

CASCADING WATER AT THE DAM — Steven Hubbard of Naples, who admits he has an appetite for aperture, spent some time at the Willett Brook dam, and captured these photos of the sluice controls to the dam, as well as the cascading water. Gear is a Canon T4i with an EF 16-35mm f/4L IS UMC lens. The dam controls were snapped at 1/25 sec at f /4.0. The falls were snapped at 1/5 sec at f/22. Both photos went through post processing using Lightroom and the NIK Collection.

I had it all planned out

I missed three supermoons in a row.

I had planned to be waiting the very moment that the full moon popped into the horizon. I wanted to be there to witness the celestial phenomenon.

The word supermoon was coined to describe the moon during the times of the year when the moon and Earth are closest. A supermoon can happen when the moon is at any lunar phase: from crescent to full. But a full supermoon is the most spectacular.

A quick lesson from the astronomical sciences: Since the moon has an egg-shaped orbit around Earth, depending on its position in orbit, the moon is actually closer (perigee) or further away (apogee) from Earth.

According to scientists who write for the EarthSky Sciences website, the supermoon in November 2016 would actually be 12 to 14 percent closer to Earth than when the moon is at apogee. Additionally, the moon would appear 30 percent brighter.

The dates for last year’s supermoons were October 16, November 14 and December 14. On the night of Nov. 14, history was being made — the moon had not been that close to Earth since Jan. 26, 1948. There would not be a repeat performance until 2034.

Thanks to the websites I either speed-read or thoroughly study, I knew about these year-end supermoons in advance.

Still, I managed to miss the three supermoons that happened during the final three months of 2016.

Yes, I did look up in the sky and acknowledge that I

One Camera One Lens One Town

GUIDELINES FOR COMPOSITION, PART 2, Dominant Lines, “Denmark Birches.”

The use of linear elements in an image can effectively lead the viewer’s eye into a landscape scene or lead us to the subject matter. I chose the dry-stream bed to lead into and through this stand of birches by the Denmark Dam. The vertical lines of the birch trees also bring us further into the image as they “march” deeper into the scene. I intensified the blue sky a bit with Lightroom (an image editing program) because blue, as a cool color, will deepen the background and create more visual depth. The whole idea of dominant lines is to engage and hold the viewer’s attention — a difficult job in our image-saturated culture! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments at estevens16@roadrunner.com. Fujichrome X100T 23mm fixed lens f/5.6 @ 1/420 sec.

Letters

(Continued from Page 6B) fascist mobs are introducing violence as a means of denying peaceable assembly and freedom of speech. Where are the decent Democrats who should be denouncing the Schumer, Pelosi, Obama, Soros Axis of Political Intrigue?

Our streets are exploding with violence designed to thwart peaceable demonstrators who support President Trump. Black shirt thugs, many with masks hiding their faces, are reminiscent of the Brown Shirts of Hitler’s Germany. Their obvious goal is to intimidate peaceable demonstrators so that they won’t publicly support President Trump for fear of violent attacks.

Chuck Schumer (the Clown) is dragging out appointments so that the embedded Obama appointees will still hold the levers of power and are in a position to leak state secrets to the willing press. This causes the Trump administration to waste time dealing with fake news rather than the people’s business. Of course the Axis of Political Intrigue doesn’t care about the people; the Schumer, Pelosi, Obama, Soros cabal only care about their power.

The latest grand lie starts with the fellow traveling chorus (or “useful idiots” — Lenin — if you prefer) is “The Russians are coming, the Russians are coming” and Trump is paving the way with secret missives flying back and forth between Trump operatives and a super spy

It Dawned on Me

by Dawn De Busk BN Columnist

was viewing less distance between the moon and me. But, I missed “being there” and seeing it — the supermoonrise almost immediately after the sunset.

What’s worse is: I had it all planned out.

Earlier in the week, I had scouted the areas in the region with the best easterly exposure. The sunsets are gorgeous from the parking lot of Raymond Public Boat Launch, which offers a nice, westward view of Sebago Lake. However, the moonrises happen above Route 302. From that viewpoint, the moon ends up behind the wires of utility poles and stoplights.

Hacker’s Hill is a prime spot for moonrises. I have witnessed at least a dozen moonrises, three times as many sunsets, a lunar eclipse, and 15 meteors with long trails from the vantage point of Hacker’s Hill. I had hoped a supermoon would be added to that list.

The Crescent Lake public beach also promised to provide MOON, Page 9B Russian ambassador concerning a plot to deny Hillary her coronation.

There is not a scintilla of evidence that there is a scintilla of truth that any of the Trump administration personnel (that is members appointed by President Trump, not members inherited from the Obama administration) is or has been involved in a plot to undermine the U.S. election.

Keep in mind that our Marxist-Leninist Progressive brethren will always accuse their opposition — in this case President Trump and his appointees — of doing what they themselves do. For example, in the name of cutting America down to size, the Axis Progressives (Schumer, Pelosi, Obama, Soros, and their ilk) will consort, conspire and lie about Iran, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Russia and it is all good.

However, if President Trump in general, and Attorney General Sessions in particular, have any suspected contact with the Russians, no matter how tangential, there is wailing, caterwauling, and gnashing of teeth by Axis Progressives. How do Soros and company justify this obvious contradiction?

In the former situation the Axis Progressive agenda is advanced: global redistribution of wealth, control of the means of production, the distribution of goods and services, and unlimited power in the hands of the elite. It is fairness, equity, and social justice.

In the latter situation, President Trump and AG Sessions are guilty of doing much less in terms of actual contact with Russia, but the Trump agenda is antitheti-

cal to the Axis agenda and is therefore a horrendous affront to the sensibilities of the Left and must be removed from the face of the Earth, by force, if necessary.

The question for all Americans is this: Are we looking to raise and protect our families; have a decent job that is not dependent on government largesse; have the freedom to pursue our dreams; and have the freedom to worship our God as we see fit? Or do we want to succumb to the false entreaties of ideologues who will willingly sacrifice any of us for their version of the common good.

Jock MacGregor Sebago

Intent and purpose

To The Editor: One of the stated purposes of creating and ratifying the Constitution of the United States of America seems unfortunately to have been a challenge to apply and deliver from the beginning.

This is apparently due to the difficulty in establishing a uniform definition for liberty, justice, and long-term agreements regarding what individuals are included in the term “All.” “All men are created equal” depends upon exactly how one defines what a man is. Perhaps the word people would have been more inclusive were it not for the tendency at the time to classify some branches of the human species at an intelligence level identified with “animals.”

Therefore, it has been a matLETTERS, Page 8B

Opinions

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The great columnists

“Papers need columnists to give them an identity. People need to know who to cuss.”

Gilbert Seldes, the noted critic, once called the newspaper column the most sophisticated of the popular American arts.

Most newspapers have their regular columnists. They make up part of the local flavor and identity of their respective “neighborhood” and contribute to their sphere of influence. Columnists combine opinion, journalism, and often controversy.

Major newspapers have their prominent columnists who have become as much a fixture as the sports section, obituary page, and the editorial section. This tradition was well established as early as the 17th century. Young Ben Franklin, a printer’s apprentice, wrote gems of wisdom under a pseudonym, Silence Dogood, which caught the attention of the reading public. Franklin was 16 years old at the time and later, his columns and lists of wisdom became Poor Richard’s Almanac.

Columnists such as Ronald Reagan, Barry Goldwater, and

The Harrison Water District will be having their annual election on March 20, 2017, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Harrison Town Office.

There is one (1) opening for the Board of Directors for the upcoming term of three (3) years.

This trustee shall be a bona fide resident of the Town of Harrison or Bridgton.

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Calvin Coolidge rose to prominence because of their public exposure. Eleanor Roosevelt was a popular columnist in her post-White House years. The prominent columnists, because of their exposure in syndicated columns, became national celebrities. William F. Buckley had his own television show, Firing Line, on the PBS network. Today, sports columnists have their own shows.

Many columnists are also identified with the cities they write about. The provincial columnist Mike Royko, an institution in Chicago, was noted for writing as “the average Joe” working stiff and cultivating an ongoing feud with Mayor Richard Daley. Royko became syndicated and was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for commentary. He also made news when the paper he worked for, The Chicago Sun-Times, was purchased by the controversial Rupert Murdoch. Offended, Royko walked across the street and began writing his column for the rival Chicago Tribune.

George Frazier was a Boston Globe columnist who generated much controversy during the 1970s. The Globe and Frazier would receive heated mail, both pro and con, for his pointed commentary. Readers would open the Lifestyle page first to see what Frazier had to say about the latest newsworthy event.

Frazier distinguished himself as a constant critic of President Nixon (“The Mad Bomber”). He ended up on Nixon’s published “enemies list” and wore it as a badge of honor.

Columnist Molly Ivins covered the state of Texas and was noted for her biting humor ridiculing Texan politicians. This inspired billboards proclaiming “Molly Ivins Can’t Say That.”

Public Notice

TOWN OF DENMARK NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

2017–18 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION and STUDENT SCREENING

Concerning an Ordinance Prohibiting Retail Marijuana Establishments and Retail Marijuana Social Clubs in the Municipality of Denmark, Maine.

MARCH 21, 2017 AT 6 P.M. AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING

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DATE: Thurs. & Fri., March 30 & 31 LOCATION: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Rt. 5 – Fryeburg TIME: Call for an Appointment, Mary at 207-935-2600 Ext. 24 Call early for preferred time slot.

BRING: Birth certificate – Immunizations – Proof of Residency

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M.S.A.D. No. 72

Child must be five (5) on or before October 15, 2016.

Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES Public Hearing

TOWN OF NAPLES Invitation to Bid

The Town of Naples is accepting bids for Causeway Cleaning and Mowing for the next three years. An RFP can be found at www.townofnaples.org and at the Naples Town Office.

Bids are due no later than Wednesday, March 29, 2017, at 12 p.m. For more information please visit www.townofnaples.org The Town of Naples reserves the right to accept or deny any/or all bids 3T9

The Board of Selectpersons will hold a meeting on March 13, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. An application for a Liquor License for Lake Region Caterers, Inc., located at 18 King Hill Road.

Public welcome.

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Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES

NOMINATION PAPERS

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF CASCO PUBLIC HEARING March 14, 2017 Casco Community Center 7:00 p.m.

The Casco Selectboard will hold a public hearing at the Casco Community Center, 940 Meadow Road, Casco, Maine, on March 14, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. to review an application for a malt, spirituous and vinous liquor license by Migis Lodge, Inc., d/b/a Migis Lodge, located at 30 Migis Lodge Road, South Casco, Maine.

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Nomination papers will be available at the Naples Town Office beginning March 6, 2017, for the following positions: Selectboard (2) Planning Board (1) Planning Board Alternate (2) SAD 61 School Director (1) Budget Committee (2) Transfer Station Council Members (1) Completed papers must be returned to the Naples Town Office no later than April 19, 2017. Please call Judy or Laurie at (207) 693-6364 during normal business hours should you have any questions.

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TOWN OF DENMARK

AGENDA Casco Zoning Board of Appeals March 20, 2017 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M.

Nomination Papers Nomination papers will be available in the Clerk’s Office on March 9, 2017, for the June 2 Town Election for the following positions: Selectman, Assessor & Overseer of the Poor – One vacancy for a 3-year term

1. Approve Minutes of November 21st, 2016.

Selectman, Assessor & Overseer of the Poor – One vacancy for a 2-year term Planning Board Member – Two vacancies for a 3-year term each The Date to have Nomination papers back to the Town Clerk’s Office is April 18, 2017, at 4:00 p.m.

Town Elections will be on June 2, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Town Meeting will be on June 3, 2017 beginning at 9:00 a.m.

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The Reading Life

s/Alvina Day, Town Clerk

TOWN OF BRIDGTON

2. Mark W. Kingston has filed an application for General / Dimensional Variance to permit construction of a 22' x 22' garage. Applicant has requested a 32.76' reduction from the required 50' front setback to allow a 17.24' front setback and a 5' reduction from the required 25' side setback to allow a 20' side setback for siting of the new structure.

The property is known as Map 55, Lot 11, and is commonly known as 214 Thompson Lake Shores Road, and is located in a Shoreland District.

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TOWN OF BRIDGTON

3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

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Public Notice

Notice of a Public Hearing

Notice of a Public Hearing

Planning Board

Board of Selectmen

Proposed Land Use Ordinance Site Plan Review Ordinance revisions

Proposed Land Use Ordinance Site Plan Review Ordinance Revisions

March 21, 2017 7 P.M. Downstairs Meeting Room Iredale Street entrance to the Municipal Building addressed at 3 Chase Street.

March 28, 2017 6 P.M. Downstairs Meeting Room 10 Iredale Street

The Town of Bridgton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed Land Use Ordinance and revisions to Site Plan Review Ordinance. The hearing is on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at 7 p.m., in the downstairs meeting room off Iredale Street in the Municipal Office Building addressed at 3 Chase Street.

The current draft of the ordinances can be found on the town’s website under Ordinances/Codes and Policies at www.bridgtonmaine.org or at the municipal office building, 3 Chase Street, Bridgton, Maine 04009. You can also receive a copy by e-mail request to bday@bridgtonmaine.org The Town of Bridgton strives to ensure adequate access to our meetings to the public. Please alert us if you require special assistance to participate in our meetings.

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The Town of Bridgton Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on a proposed Land Use Ordinance and revisions to the Site Plan Review Ordinance. The hearing is on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at 6 P.M., in the downstairs meeting room, 10 Iredale Street in the Municipal Office Building.

The current draft of the ordinances can be found on the town’s website under Ordinances/Codes and Policies at www.bridgtonmaine.org or at the municipal office building, Bridgton, Maine 04009. You can also receive a copy by e-mail request to bday@bridgtonmaine.org The Town of Bridgton strives to ensure adequate access to our meetings to the public. Please alert us if you require special assistance to participate in our meetings.

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by Peter Bollen Contributing Writer A book of her collected columns followed with that phrase as the title. Ivins ended up with a stint on the CBS 60 Minutes program adding her commentary in a “crossfire” type feature.

Maureen Dowd is currently a New York Times op-ed writer.

Her specialty is covering national politics and taking on the foibles of Washington and its major figures. Her irreverence is her hallmark and her caustic and humorous remarks are much quoted from the “newspaper of record.”

Art Buchwald was a beloved American humorist best known for his long-running column in The Washington Post, which in turn was carried as a syndicated column in many other newspapers. His column focused on political satire and commentary.

He received the Pulitzer Prize for outstanding commentary in 1982 and in 1986 was elected to the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters. His specialty was poking goodnatured fun at our politicians with the gift of being nonoffensive while pointing out the follies and scandals in Washington.

Buchwald set an example of good journalism injecting humor while informing the public of how Washington works.

Our influential columnists have become an American firmament from everything to giving light to unrecognized heroes and underdogs in our society, to keeping politicians accountable and speaking truth to power. We can be grateful that the First Amendment is another form of checks and balances that gives the voice of influence and definition. A newspaper without columnists is like a heart without a soul.

As one of my favorite genres, I hope to include more articles on our influential journalists.

Peter Bollen writes an occasional column for The Bridgton News dedicated to books and authors including reviews and news of the book trade. The author, a resident of Bridgton, welcomes comments and suggestions.

Letters

(Continued from Page 7B) ter of debate and continuous courage, determination, and hard work by individuals “disenfranchised” by the original (debatable) words chosen by the founders of the Constitution in 1787.

The consistent application of the original Constitution, the Bill of Rights (included a few years later), and the list of adopted amendments has proven to be a strenuous, constant source of tension between the various ethnic groups from varying economic levels that have emigrated to the North American continent during the past 250 years.

The claim that our system of laws, regulations, etc. has always and will continue to apply to every citizen “equally” has been an admirable goal that we have not yet actually achieved. Even a document designed to permit changes to meet the needs of a rapidly expanding nation has no real value if many or most of the citizens it represents remain ignorant of its intents and purposes, or choose to deliberately ignore/ defy its attempts to establish healthy compromises for the benefit of a majority of citizens. Martha Stewart’s failure to realize how complicated her growing income from a successful business could become because of the cumbersome nature of our federal tax codes, etc. taught her that “ignorance is not necessarily bliss.” Someone in a position of authority decided to use her case as proof that the IRS and the federal government was “on top of” the growing problem of tax fraud and evasion. It did more to illustrate that discrimination still appears when interpreting how to apply “the letter

of the law.”

Recently, Republican legislators in Washington protested loudly regarding an attempt by President Obama to intimidate them by instructing the IRS to begin serious investigations of their tax reports. What ever became of equal application of the law?

Why protest if they had nothing to hide? Donald Trump has not filed tax returns for about 20 years. Many other wealthy individuals (some of whom have been serving roles in our federal government) have benefited from that same “loophole.” Many of Donald Trump’s business practices have shown tendencies to circumnavigate laws/ regulations where ever and whenever possible.

Many wealthy Democrats have probably been benefiting from the same methods/strategies employed by Republicans to protect themselves and their “loyal” supporters from accountability.

How is it that Donald Trump has not been held accountable long before choosing to run for president? Why was an investigation not begun immediately after he refused to submit his tax records?

Wealthy politicians from both political parties stand to benefit from laws and regulations that currently exist.

They’ve adopted a system of “you scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours.” The influence of lobbyists has pressured most of our elected representatives into “selective memory” regarding their agreement to represent the best interests of the majority of their constituents. Knowing what the Constitution should be providing as guidelines to protect our rights is vital for every citizen. Working to protect those rights is vital for every generation of Americans. You snooze, you lose.

Cindy Alden West Fryeburg

PUBLIC NOTICE

AGENDA Public Hearing Casco Planning Board March 13, 2017 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of January 9, 2017 Minutes 3. Thomas F. Smith, Esq., has submitted an application for Amended Contract Zoning Agreement between The Town of Casco and Brian E. Chamberlain and Beverly J. Chamberlain for property known as Settlers Village to permit conversion of the property to allow same to be divided into single dwelling units and thereby allow individual sale of properties. The property is located in a Contract Zone and is known as Map 8, Lot 14-A. This matter is continued from January 9, 2017.

4. Daniel Bannon, PE, has submitted an application for Shoreland, earthmoving and dock expansion on behalf of Migis Lodge. The property is located in a Shoreland Zone and is known as Map 16, Lots 14 and 15, commonly known as 30 Migis Lodge Road.

5. P&K Sand and Gravel, Inc., has submitted an application for extension of their “Contract Zoning Agreement” to continue mining activities on Map 9, Lot 30-1.

6. Other.

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Rattled man

(Continued from Page 7B) by a white man who doesn’t think the way Fisher believes he should? Fisher claims his professor is nice, but being in his presence is still traumatizing: “These are the types of things that happen when white teachers do not want to acknowledge their privileges; they can psychologically hurt their students. It is not enough to be aware of your privilege. It is also not enough to be a nice person. Your niceness does not mean that you are not capable of contributing to racial systems of oppression,” Fisher wrote.

It’s sad that Fisher is evidently coming unglued. I’m not a mental health professional, but it seems there are other issues going on with him and he’s blaming a “nice” white guy for his problems. But why did the university newspaper provide space for his embarrassing article? That’s what I’m wondering. Looking into this, I discovered the paper is entirely student-run, but it’s funded by the university, which is private and not part of the state of Pennsylvania as, say, the University of Maine is. Pennsylvania taxpayers are not funding it, except in that they pay taxes to the federal government which provides assistance for some of its students to attend there or any other college. In that sense, I’m paying, too, and so is every other American taxpayer.

I also learned that 250 students work for the newspaper and elect an all-student board every year that makes editorial decisions like publishing Fisher’s article. I saw no disclaimer such as the typical: “Opinions expressed here are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper.” Seeing something like that might have provided me some comfort.

Fisher’s article ran under a headline identifying it as part of a continuing series called Spilling the Real Tea, which runs every two weeks. Given the university was established in 1740, I wondered if it was some reference to the Boston Tea Party during which revolutionaries spilled British tea into Boston harbor in protest against the British government. When I googled the expression, all that came up were examples of people using it. Judging from context clues, it seems to mean something like “telling the real truth.”

Is that what the elected board of students at a prestigious university believe James Fisher is doing? Telling the real truth? Must be, since I see he’s published three other articles in the same space. Is this indicative of how absolutely crazy it is on American campuses today? It would seem so. I’ll leave you with another quote from Fisher: “It is not enough that you are sorry for the injustices caused by your people. It is not enough that you read one article on the Black Lives Matter movement because your black friend recommended it to you. It is not enough that you gave your black students extensions on their papers because Trump got elected. The truth is, you as a single person cannot make up for the horrific things that white people have done to us throughout human history. But that does not mean that you do not have the power to stop yourself from oppressing the students that you teach every day.”

Remember, it costs $70,000 a year to go to the University of Pennsylvania today. What a deal, huh?

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired middle school U.S. History teacher.

March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 9B

Ethics: Where to draw the line

On Thursday, March 2, the Maine House of Representatives took up HRC #13, a request to convene a session of the House Ethics Committee to hear the case of state Representative Ryan Tipping (D-Orono) and his controversial decision to accept a salary of $9,600 from the teachers’ union PAC promoting the passage of Question 2, while he was running for re-election as a “clean elections” candidate.

Representative Ellie Espling (R-New Gloucester), minority assistant leader, made the request on behalf of those in the Legislature who demanded a fuller understanding of the Legislative Code of Ethics that states: “No Maine Legislators will accept any employment that will impair their independence and integrity of judgment nor will they exercise their position of trust to secure unwarranted privileges for themselves or for others.”

Rep. Tipping and all other 153 representatives affirm this by signing a document listing the House ethics rules, and filing it with the Clerk of the House.

Rep. Tipping’s behavior raised the question of where to draw the line in accepting compensation for work intending to influence policy making while in a position of public trust

From the House

by Phyllis Ginzler Maine State Representative and power directly involving these same policies.

Here are the facts not in dispute: Rep. Tipping served on the Educational and Cultural Affairs Committee at the time of his employment by the teachers’ union PAC. Question 2 sought to raise funds for General Purpose Aid to Education through the imposition of a three-percent surtax on families and small businesses with incomes greater than $200,000.

Question 2 passed and became law (although not in HD #69, which includes Bridgton, Denmark and Harrison).

Rep. Tipping ran for re-election as a “clean” candidate.

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Outside staring at the supermoon

(Continued from Page 7B) viewpoints that were open in an eastward direction with mountains as a backdrop and the water as the moon’s mirror.

I actually drove there during the day and stood on the shore with my compass.

Somehow, on those magical dates of October 16, November 14 and December 14, I was unable to get to the right spots at the right time. Three times, I missed the moonrise that I had envisioned.

And, three times, I took comfort in the supermoon I did see in the sky on those nights. I took comfort in past memories, especially in the supermoon that I saw serendipitously in California on Dec. 21, 1999. Right at sunset we were in a city. The supermoon rose between the skyscrapers and appeared like a giant glowing bowling ball getting ready to roll down the street. Later, a friend told me there wouldn’t be another full moon that close to the earth until 2016, which seemed light years away.

Instead of being disappointed — like the time we paid for a $100-a-night campsite to view the peak of the Perseid meteor shower from an oceanside beach in Wells and it clouded over at 10 p.m., the exact time that prime viewing was predicted — I came to terms with it. Or, so I tried to convince myself.

The peculiar thing is I felt guilty for being bummed about missing out on the opportunity to see these rare moonrises.

I felt guilty because there are much worse things that can go wrong in life. It seems petty on my part to spend time lamenting a missed a meteor shower or a supermoon.

So, like any good scientist of life, I stepped back and asked myself why it is so important to me.

When I gaze up at the sky, I feel connected and grounded.

When I look up at the moon, the stars, the planets in the night sky, I feel both small and secure. I feel connected to the universe and thankful for the people who are under the same moon and stars as me.

Another great thing: I can stare at the moon but I cannot stare at the sun (without damaging my eyes.) The moon’s

light is actually from the sun so staring at the moon is the next best thing.

Anyhow, I had many supermoon conversations with my daughter during the last quarter of 2016.

During the night of December’s supermoon, after missing the moonrise, my daughter and I went for a drive to get a more open view of the moon.

It was a nice excursion because we had just purchased a new-to-us, used vehicle. It a 2009 with radio volume control buttons on the steering wheel. (I guess that is a common luxury in newer vehicles.) Danielle was allowed to choose the radio station and we parked in the scenic pull off next to Parker Pond. The moon was already high in the sky. Like a lantern with 360-degree illumination capacity, the moonlight brightened the hills and the water, which was not entirely frozen.

Other than the music, we spent 10 or 15 minutes in complete silence. I stared at the moon to my heart’s content until it became a silvery blur. Meanwhile, my heart was content with the simplicity of time spent with my daughter, doing nothing together.

She lowered the volume on the music and said, “Gosh, mom you’ve been staring at the moon for 30 minutes straight!” (Teens have a penchant for exaggeration, it had only been 15.)

I replied, “Yeah, well, I stared at the moon that long because I can stare at the moon,” You, too can stare at the moon. This Sunday is a full moon night. While it does not qualify for supermoon status, this March moon is sometimes called the Sap Moon or the Crow Moon. The moon warrants some attention. I encourage people to step outside and check it out this weekend. It’s a great moon under which to ski or snowmobile, too.

The next great supermoon does not occur until 2034. So, my daughter who is 13 years old will be 31 years old when another supermoon that compares with November 2016 appears in the sky. Meanwhile, I will be 69 years old and probably making plans for the best viewing spot.

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Obituaries

Velma A. Foss

Becki J. Hodgkin

Laurie D. Sweet

Velma Avis Foss, 94, of Naples passed away at Bridgton Hospital on Monday, Feb. 13, 2017.

She was the last of 10 children born to Percy and Lizzey Frank of Casco, better known as Frank’s Dairy.

Velma worked in shoe shops and Glencraft Products for several years before retiring. After retirement, she served as a nanny for the Chalmers’ family of Bridgton, caring for three children and bonding as a family for a lifetime.

Velma is survived by one son, Rocky Pratt of Bridgton and Florida; a daughter, Joyce Tucci of Las Vegas; two special grandsons of Milford, Conn. and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside memorial will be held in the spring.

SOUTH CASCO — Becki Jane (Hall) Hodgkin, 61, of South Casco, died Monday, March 1, 2017, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough.

She was the wife of Robert B. Hodgkin.

She was the beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, who went on a journey to be with her mother…a journey that left her longtime pain and suffering behind and ended in a reunion with those who had left her previously and those that she dearly missed.

Becki Jane Hall was born on Nov. 30, 1955 to Richard M. Hall and Beverly Murch Hall. She graduated from Deering High School in 1974 and worked in banking and in the post-closing department of a local title company until her retirement several years ago.

Becki had the unique gift of making all around her feel special and loved. Her humor and laughter were infectious — to hear her laugh made everyone feel that all was well with the world. Becki’s love of nature and animals was unmatched. She waited every day to see what creatures would arrive in her yard, and spoiled her own pets with an abundance of love and treats. She dearly loved her beautiful home and land in South Casco — a home that belonged to her mother and grandmother. She often said that she could feel their presence in the house. Becki’s simple life was enhanced by the love of her son, Mike and his wife, Tracy. She was known as Grammy Nutmeg to her special grandchildren, Alex and Jayden. She loved spending time with them, baking cookies and seeing them head out in the boat for a day of fishing with their dad. She loved watching NASCAR and her special shows on television. She also was a Candy Crush “queen” on the computer and enjoyed posting her thoughts on Facebook.

Although Becki was in constant pain, her courage and kind spirit showed through. She never complained and continued to the end of her life to make her family, friends and caregivers feel uplifted just by being in the room with her. Even when she was unable to communicate verbally, she continued to comfort others by her very presence. Everyone who knew Becki had a special relationship. She made everyone feel like you were her best friend and favorite relative. The impact that she had on all who knew her was immeasurable.

The void that she will leave in all of our lives will be enormous.

But, our memories of her will be such fun to recall. She was funny, mischievous, clever and strong. So many stories will be told by her family and friends over the upcoming years. There will be no shortage of material.

She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Robert Hodgkin Jr.; her father, Richard Hall and his wife Joanne (Mama Jo); her son, Michael and her two grandsons; her sister, Brenda Hall; her brother, Greg Hall and his four children; her stepson, Nicholas; and her stepsiblings Susan, Steve and Peter; her aunts and her uncles, as well as several cousins.

Her beloved mother, Beverly, predeceased her in 2006.

At Becki’s request, there will be no funeral services. There will be a celebration of her life at a date to be announced later.

In lieu of flowers, Becki requests donations be sent to: Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, 449 Stroudwater Street, Westbrook, ME 04092.

WINDHAM — Laurie Dawn (Pooler) Sweet, 48, of Windham, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 3, 2017, at the Gosnell House in Scarborough.

She was born on Dec. 4, 1968, to Robert G. Pooler and Florence M. (Bancroft) Pooler. She was a graduate of Portland High School and Cosmotech.

She worked in the field of cosmetology for many years, building a large clientele of loyal customers, most of whom became personal friends.

She owned multiple hair salons, most recently renting a station at As You Wish in Portland. She also worked for many years at Port Resources as a second job, not because she needed to, but because she loved it. She made many dear friends there along the way.

Laurie was a vibrant ray of light, who brought joy to all who knew her. She had a smile that could light up a room. She was known as a prankster and loved playing practical jokes on her loved ones. She loved to laugh and her laugh was contagious. Laurie loved her family and would do anything to support them in any way possible. She was fiercely protective of those she loved and made it her mission to take care of them.

She was a loyal and giving person, often putting others ahead of herself. Laurie got great joy from being a grandmother and could often be seen with at least one of her grandchildren in tow.

She is predeceased by her father, Robert G. Pooler.

Laurie is survived by her loving husband, Steven Sweet of Windham; her mother, Florence Pooler, of Portland; daughters, Alexis Jones of Bronx, N.Y. and Olivia Hanlon of Lewiston; stepdaughter, Ashley Sweet of Raymond; brothers, Robert J. Pooler of Westbrook, Edward Turcotte of Auburn, Harold Turcotte of Portland, Joseph Turcotte of Portland, Ernest Chilcotte of Sterling, Va. and Jeffrey Pooler of Windham; sisters, Penny Gilliam of Scarborough, Florence Bortell of Cincinnati, Ohio, Sandra Olinger of New Castle, Pa.; and Gina Pooler of Portland; and multiple grandchildren, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends who loved her very much. She made a lasting impression on all and will be very sadly missed.

A celebration of Laurie’s life was held Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Avenue, Portland. Visiting hours began at noon, with a service following at 2 p.m. There was a gathering immediately after to share some refreshments and memories of this beautiful soul. Online condolences can be expressed at: www.blaisandhayfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Laurie’s memory to: Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 11 Hunnewell Road, Scarborough, ME 04074.

Robert J. Porell WESTBROOK — Robert John Paul Porell, 81, of Westbrook, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House.

A lifelong resident of Westbrook, he was born the son of John Paul and Bernadette (Lefebvre) Porell. Bob owned and managed property in Westbrook throughout his lifetime. He also managed his mother’s affairs and was her loving caretaker during several years of her illness.

In his youth, he was a deputy sheriff, and while patrolling Frye’s Island on Sebago Lake one evening, he performed a rescue of a family and visitors from a burning boat.

He was larger than life and had a great sense of humor. Bob was a loving father and grandfather to his three daughters and all his grandchildren, no matter how far away they were.

He is survived by daughters, Sheryl Pike of Houston, Texas, Nicole Porell of Naples and Karin Peterson of Kingwood, Texas; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sisters, Carol McCurry of Westbrook and Jacqueline Garner of Hudson, Fla.; three nephews and two nieces.

Bob enjoyed many years together with his longtime friend Sue Wescott of Buxton. He enjoyed rollerskating, dancing and playing cribbage with his many friends. He also enjoyed bowling, playing pool, tennis, racquetball, canoeing and snowmobiling.

He enjoyed doing genealogy searches, taking multiple trips with his sisters Carol, Jackie and her husband Jim, as well as his longtime friend Sue, to gather family information and history to construct the family tree.

Visiting hours were Monday, March 6, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. at Blais & Hay Funeral Home, 35 Church Street, Westbrook. Spring burial will be in St. Hyacinth Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at: blaisandhayfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gosnell Memorial Hospice, 11 Hunnewell Road, Scarborough, ME 04074.

Frederick Irving Frederick Irving, affectionately known as “FTG” (Frederick the Great) by his family and close friends, died peacefully in the comforting presence of his children and grandchildren on Nov. 13, 2016. He was 95 years old.

A WWII veteran, U.S. diplomat and author, he was most proud of his lifelong commitment to, and professional and personal work on behalf of, equality of opportunity for all human beings regardless of sex, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability status, and to the prevention of conflict leading to war. His is a quintessentially American life story.

Born in Providence, R.I., Frederick was the sixth and youngest child of Rebecca Lerner, an immigrant from Bessarabia, Russia and Philip Irving, an immigrant from Romania. His father died when Fred was four years old and Rebecca kept the family together by taking in piecework. Fred worked full-time at a soda shop while attending Classical High School and, in the 10th grade, he met the love of his life, Dorothy Petrie, to whom he stayed constant and true to the end of his days.

Fred continued to work 40 hours per week while attending Brown University and playing on the fencing team. Following in the footsteps of his four older brothers, Fred joined the U.S. Army Aircorps immediately upon graduation from Brown in 1943. His photographic memory led to an assignment as the navigator on a B-24 bomber crew based in Italy. On the 37th mission, Fred’s plane was shot down over Hungary. He credited the Tuskegee Airmen with saving his life as they circled the plane until the crew could bail out. Fred was captured by Hungarian partisans, turned over to the German Army and interned in Stalag Luft III, the site of the “Great Escape.” He was liberated by Patton’s Army — two of his brothers amongst them — in May 1945.

After receiving military honors for bravery, including the Purple Heart, and a period of recovery at Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington, D.C., Fred attended the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy of Tufts University. There, he met his lifelong best friend, Harish Mahindra, of India, who served as best man in his wedding to Dorothy.

After graduation from Fletcher, Fred and Dorothy embarked on a tandem career in the U.S. Foreign Service. They served together in Austria, New Zealand, Washington D.C. as well as in Iceland and Jamaica, where Fred was the U.S. Ambassador. Fred always acknowledged Dorothy’s critical, if unpaid, role in forging and maintaining personal and professional ties that supported U.S. interests abroad.

After retiring from the U.S. State Department, Fred joined the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. After a few years there, he and Dorothy determined that life was much more fun when lived in their cabin on Highland Lake in Bridgton. Fred often talked to school groups and civic organizations about his experience as a prisoner of war, his efforts in the U.S. Foreign Service to promote peaceful solutions to inevitable disagreements, and the need for all Americans to ensure that the freedoms, justice and prosperity that we enjoy in the United Sates are available to all people equally within and outside its borders. Fred wrote a book about his life experiences: Mr. President, Do You Think I have Rocks in My Head?!

Fred’s wife of 64 years predeceased him in 2010.

He leaves three children, eight grandchildren, a great grandchild and innumerable great friends and admirers.

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Ruth B. “Lindy” Hazelton PORTLAND — Ruth Belinda Hazelton, 65, died unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, at her home in Portland.

She was born in Bridgton June 7, 1951, the daughter of Ruth Stiles Hazelton and the late Charles L. Hazelton. She graduated from Bridgton High School in the class of 1969. She attended the University of Maine at Farmington, graduating in May 1973 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree. At Farmington, she participated in theater, enjoyed working on WUMF, worked as Librarian, and served on Freshmen Orientation.

Ruth was a lover of books, history, researching family history, and science fiction. Local politics found her often responding on an issue.

Survivors include her brothers, Charles and his partner Karen of Seabrook, N.H., Steven of Arlington, Va., Merle and his wife Lillian of Richmond, Va., her sister Sharon of Westfield, Mass.; and nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service for the family will be held at a later date. Hall Funeral Home of Casco is assisting.

James H. Garcelon BROCKTON, MASS. — James H. Garcelon, 66, of Brockton, Mass., and Center Lovell, formerly of Sutton and Dorchester, Mass., passed away peacefully Monday, March 6, 2017.

James was the beloved husband of 25 years of Eugene M. “Gene” Hoy. Beloved son of the late C. Frederic and E. Muriel Garcelon.

Late employee of Jackson-Lewis PC, Boston and former independent contractor in the Boston area. Graduate of Boston University, School of Education.

Adored brother of David Garcelon and his wife Kathleen MacKay, Edith Garcelon, Stephen Garcelon, John Garcelon and his wife Mary, Thomas Garcelon, Mark Garcelon and the late Ruth Fuller. Brother-in-law of Leanne Hoy-Kerrigan and Alfred Fuller.

Stepson of Brenda B. Garcelon and devoted son-in-law to the late Richard G. and Geraldine M. Hoy. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours are at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., Milton, Mass., Thursday, March 9, 4 to 8 p.m. Burial at a later date in North Lovell Cemetery, North Lovell.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s name to Lovell Historical Society, PO Box 166, Lovell, ME 04051 or to Old Colony Hospice and Palliative Care, 321 Manley St., West Bridgewater, MA 02379. For complete obituary and guestbook see www.alfreddthomas.com

Grace R. Tarbox LONGWOOD, FLORIDA AND HARRISON — Grace R. Tarbox, 76, of Longwood, Florida and Harrison, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2017.

She was born Feb. 16, 1941, in Waterville, the daughter of Dr. Alton and Margaret (Henderson) Richardson III. She was a graduate of Waterville High School and graduated from the University of Miami in 1963.

Grace was known as “Miss Grace” by her many close friends and neighbors. Her favorite pastimes were going to summer auctions, dealing in antiques and oriental rugs, and spending winters in Florida.

She was a stewardess for Eastern Airlines, and was a social worker for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, where she retired.

Grace is survived by her husband, James H. Tarbox of Longwood, Fla. and Harrison; stepson, Robert and his wife Dawn Tarbox; stepgrandsons, Eli Tarbox and Adam Tarbox; stepgranddaughters, Kayla Tarbox and Macey Tarbox; brother, Alton and his wife Julie Richardson IV; cousins, Bruce and his wife Margaret MacDougal of Harpswell, Meg MacDougal of Yarmouth, and her two children, Martha Magnuson of St. Paul, Minn., and her two children, and John Stewart and Heather Stewart of Quebec, Canada and Anne Stewart of Ontario, Canada; and her beloved pug Tugboat.

At her wishes, no funeral services will be held.

Richard A. Pettengill CUMBERLAND — Richard Argraves Pettengill, 95, — Dick to most everyone — passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 from natural causes.

Born in Portland on Jan. 10, 1922, he was the middle child of Herbert and Ella (Argraves) Pettengill.

Dick graduated from Deering High School in 1940 and married Martha Stone in June 1942. Five months later, he shipped off with the U.S. Navy to fight in World War II, serving on both the USS Tripoli and the USS Swannee as an aviation electrical engineer in the South Pacific.

He was a devoted husband and father who deeply valued family and took great pride in providing well for Martha and their four children. Dick helped build his father’s grocery store, Pettengill’s, on Farwell Avenue in Cumberland.

His outgoing personality and love of people made him a natural salesman. This soon provided an opportunity to move to the West Coast with his young family, settling in Berkley. They eventually returned to Maine and Dick fulfilled a dream of business ownership, purchasing a small grocery store on Main Street in Cumberland.

After several years, he returned to sales and enjoyed many successful years at Fimbel Overhead Door Company covering all of Northern New England before retiring.

As a volunteer in the local community, he often was asked to be the DJ for Greely High School dances, as well as the auctioneer for the local church fundraisers.

He loved life and spending time with family on weekends. He rarely missed watching the Patriots or Tiger Woods.

Dick and Martha spent many happy years traveling around the country in their motor home with friends and family during summer and fall, and snowmobiling in the winter. He cherished his friends and made many during his long career as a salesman. He always looked forward to the Deering High class reunions and catching up with classmates.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Martha, who was at his side for 74 years; their children, Judy Wiles, Steve Pettengill of Harrison, Richard Pettengill and Nancy Butland of Cumberland; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Herbert Pettengill and Janice Hopkinson.

A memorial gathering will be held in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to the Portland, Maine, Salvation Army, or Disabled Veterans National Foundation.

Laurie J. McInnis AUBURN — Laurie J. McInnis, 64, of Bridgton, formerly of Chatham, N.H., died peacefully Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 21, 2017, at the Hospice House in Auburn after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Laurie was born on Feb. 5, 1953, in Newton, Mass., the eldest daughter of Donald and Norma (Johnson) MacPherson. She attended Walpole, Mass., schools and went on to attend MassBay Community College.

After spending many years vacationing in Chatham, N.H., with family, she met Allen McInnis of Stow. She moved to the area, they married in 1975, and welcomed daughter Allison.

Laurie worked as a secretary at various retail stores in Conway, N.H., for many years, most notably Yield House and The Scottish Lion. Earlier in life, she worked for the McCulloch Co. in Needham, Mass., and interestingly she worked in the formation of Lake Havasu City in Arizona, which she had the pleasure of visiting.

She enjoyed reading, knitting, sewing, gardening herbs, bird watching and making crafts to sell in support of Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. A woman of great faith, Laurie s greatest pleasure, however, was daily prayer and the sanctuary of God’s creations that surrounded her.

She is survived by her daughter, Allison Bergeron and her husband James, of Bridgton; siblings Paula McInnis of South Paris, and Doug MacPherson of Chatham, N.H.; niece Shannon Valley and her husband Reed, of Denmark; nephew Ben McInnis and his girlfriend Sarah Farrington of Madison, N.H. and grandnephews, Griffin and Angus Thompson of Denmark. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband Allen.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 3, 2017, at the Chatham Congregational Church, Rte. 113B, Chatham, N.H. Interment will follow at the Center Chatham Cemetery. Gifts may be given in Laurie s memory to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Rd., Fryeburg, ME 04037, or to Androscoggin Hospice House, 236 Stetson Rd., Auburn, ME 04210. Arrangements are in the care of the Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren St., Fryeburg. Words of condolence and tribute may be shared at www.woodfuneralhome.org

Obituaries

March 9, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 11B

Roger A. Strout

Mary E. Steger

Ruth M. Wood

SOUTH PORTLAND — Roger Alvin Strout, 86, of South Portland and Raymond, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017.

He will be best remembered for the love he had for his family, farm and khaki-colored clothing.

Though he never married, nor had children of his own, he was such a strong influence on his sister and his nieces and nephews, that when he passed away, the room was filled with the love of “his” offspring, many of whom had come to see him off on his final journey.

Roger was the son of the late Hazel B. Hatt and Alvin W. Strout.

He was also predeceased by his loving sister, Helen Powell and his brother, Forrest Richard Strout.

He is survived by his “kid” sister, Irene Goodine, whom he “took care of” as long as he could. He was 16 years her senior and thought of her as his own child, always offering what she called “an awful lot of free advice.”

He had a gentleman’s farm in Raymond, where he created countless memories with the children of his siblings. By the time a child was 10, he or she had spent hours picking blueberries, driving tractors and motorcycles, watching chickens hatch, and wading (only up to their knees!) at Crescent Lake with Uncle Roger. Red Hot Candies, Hershey Bars, Maine’s first “tiny house,” Pinkie Balls, Lawrence Welk and Hee Haw, Boston Baked Beans and red hotdogs are all things that will always spark memories of him.

Roger had many jobs, but one of his favorites was working as a custodian at Westbrook High School. He was well liked by the students. Many of their cast-off works of art made it into a place of honor on his summer home’s outhouse walls. He could always see beauty where others did not.

A soldier in the Army during the Korean War, Roger spent his last months at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Scarborough. There, he made friends with all the pretty female employees. Roger was a man unlike any other. Those who knew him will carry him in their hearts forever.

Other survivors include his nieces and nephews, Julie Brown, Gary Powell, Elizabeth Goodine, Jennifer Goodine, Daryl Goodine and Sara Richardson. They will think of him every time a warm breeze blows over the fields on a long summer day.

Visiting hours were held Sunday, March 5, at the First Congregational Church Chapel, 301 Cottage Road, South Portland.

The service was held at 12:30 p.m., with burial following at the Riverside Cemetery, Raymond. Arrangements are in the care of Hobbs Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be expressed at: hobbsfuneralhome.com

RAYMOND — Mary Elizabeth Cote Dodge Steger, 79, of Raymond suddenly passed away from complications of a stroke on Feb. 26, 2017, surrounded by her family, while vacationing in Destin, Fla. She was born in Scarborough, on July 16, 1937, the daughter of Ernest Louis Sr. and Helen Mary (McCormick) Cote.

She attended Scarborough schools.

Mary was married to Norman Dodge from 1954 until 1979. Together, they raised their five children in Windham.

Mary was proud to be a stay-at-home mom and enjoyed being involved in her children’s activities. She enjoyed everything in life, but especially liked traveling, cake decorating, chaperoning and attending her children’s events.

Mary married James Steger in 1981 and made Brooksville, Fla., their home. She worked as a hostess/waitress at Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant. While residing in Florida for more than 20 years, Mary was Disney World’s best tour guide for many of her friends and family. In 2002, they moved to Maine, but remained in contact with her Florida friends and extended family.

Mary enjoyed traveling around the country as far south as Key West and all the way to California. She also made a trip to Ireland, where she kissed the Blarney Stone as a tribute to her Irish heritage.

Mary was always ready to accept an opportunity to cruise the Caribbean. She recently attained her goals of parasailing, riding a motorcycle on her 70th birthday, and owning her dream convertible.

Mary was thought of as the matriarch of the Cote and Dodge families, organizing family gatherings; and was known to be the glue that kept her large family intact. Mary’s legacy was that of a caregiver. She cared for and touched the lives of elderly family members and friends, as well as teenage family members she took into her home. In recent years, she cared for a number of infants and toddlers, including her great-grandson Logan, who was a miracle baby and needed much medical care. Babies were her greatest joy.

She was predeceased by her infant son, David Dodge; her husband, James Steger; her five brothers, Ernest Jr., Clifford, Stanley, Albert and Donald Cote; along with stepson, Michael Steger.

Mary was many things throughout her life, but she liked best to be known as a wonderful mother and grandmom. She will be dearly missed by her surviving family, her brother, Victor Cote of Scarborough; and her sister, Florence “Lori” Cote Tunnell of Michigan; her children, Ronald Dodge of Raymond, Bonnie Dodge Searles of Poland, Kenneth Dodge of Raymond, Sandra Dodge Mears of Westbrook and Bradford Dodge of Raymond; 12 grandchildren who called her Grandmom with affection; five great-grandchildren; her stepchildren, James Steger and Susie Steger West, all of California; and Francis Steger Duchesneau of Washington; 11 grandchildren, many step great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Per Mary’s wishes, there will be no immediate funeral service. A celebration of her life will be held this summer.

EAST BALDWIN — Ruth Marie “Sukey” Wood, 97, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at Bridgton Hospital, after a brief illness.

She was born on Sept. 17, 1919, in Sebago, the daughter of David and Mary Dube Burnell.

Ruth graduated from Potter Academy in 1936, as valedictorian.

Ruth married Leroy Wood on Nov. 29, 1941. They made their home in East Baldwin, where they resided for 67 years.

Ruth started working at a young age as a nanny and housekeeper. Later, she was employed by the U.S. Postal Service in East Baldwin for nearly 30 years, where she became the first woman postmaster in East Baldwin.

She traveled extensively with her husband, family and friends throughout Western Europe, South America, the Panama Canal, Iceland, and the British Isles. Their preferred method was their motor home, which they drove through all the Canadian provinces and all 50 states; they had to fly to Hawaii, though. They especially enjoyed Alaska, where they visited five times.

As well as traveling the world, they loved being close to home.

Fishing and snowmobiling were among her favorite things while visiting their camp in Greenville. Ruth “Wife” and Leroy “Woody” loved each other deeply, even though things could get heated when the snowmobile broke down or truck got stuck. In her own words though, she never had an unreasonable day in her life.

Ruth belonged to many clubs and was an active member of numerous organizations, including the classic car club, Christmas Club, Couples Club, and the Extension. She was committed to her community and heritage, spending many hours researching and visiting old cemeteries and studying family genealogy. Ruth also helped support the Brown Memorial Library renovation project, always giving back. She spent many hours enjoying hobbies like painting, reading, and never missing a day of writing in her journal.

Ruth is survived by three sons, Steve, David and Dean; daughter, Connie; her five grandchildren along with a great-granddaughter; and numerous friends.

She was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Leroy; two brothers, Maurice and Franklin Burnell; and a sister, Doris Sanborn.

Ruth was the matriarch of the Wood family, the last of her generation, and the holder of the Boston Post cane. Her feisty, powerful spirit and unyielding dedication to her family were instilled in all of her children, and her legacy lives on in all of them. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visiting hours were on Sunday, March 5, immediately followed by a funeral service at 3 p.m. at the Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple Street, Cornish. Online condolences may be expressed at: www.wnyfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Brown Memorial Library, P.O. Box 24, East Baldwin, ME 04024-0024.

Kimberley S. Wilson HARRISON — Kimberley Sue Wilson, 47, of Harrison, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017.

Kimberley was born in Trenton, Mich., on Feb. 13, 1970, to her parents Ralph T. Price and Sally Marschner Price.

Kimberley attended the local elementary schools of Beaverton, Mich., and attended Beaverton High School, graduating as the Salutatorian of her high school class.

She went on to further her education at Central Michigan University, graduating with honors, earning her degree in Early Childhood Development in 1992.

Kimberley’s lifelong love of children was evident in all she did.

She had, over time, worked within the youth and children’s program at Science Central in Fort Wayne, Ind., and later with the state of Indiana’s Child Protective Services division. Upon her move to Maine in 2011, she entered into service with the domestic violence victim’s advocacy agency, “Safe Voices,” acting as the organizations formal grant writer, and manager. Kimberley also greatly enjoyed her time working with the Maine Girl Scouts of America, assisting Troop 1618, of which her daughter was a member.

There was nothing that Kimberley ever ventured into that she was not able to perform to perfection, be it in the work as a seamstress, of which she created many gowns for friends over the years, woodworking, creating numerous beautiful objects for her home, jewelry-making, painting, upholstery, crafting of all kinds, and assisting with the Huntington Indiana P.A.L. baseball program and later the Huntington County baseball program of Huntington, Ind., all while never failing to provide and maintain a beautiful home for her family. Kimberley could do so very much and shared it with all those that were blessed with knowing her.

Several years ago, after just a few vacations through Maine, she decided to make it her home, as she saw it to be the most beautiful place she had ever been. She was always quick to make friends, being a dedicated worker, and most wonderful and supporting mother of her beautiful daughter, Makenna and stepson, Adam. Kimberley’s soft heart for animals was always a blessing on her farm in Huntington, Ind., where, over the years, she nursed numerous animals in need of a soft hand and loving heart. Kimberley will be so dearly missed by all that were ever blessed with her most sincere friendship.

Kimberley leaves behind her daughter, Makenna Wilson, age 10; Makenna’s brother, Adam Wilson; her husband, Patrick; a brother.

John Price of Mt. Pleasant, Mich.; as well as a multitude of friends.

Kimberley was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph T. and Sally Price; and her sister, Jamie Price MacDonald.

Online condolences and tributes may be shared at www.oxfordhillsfuneralservices.com A celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Oxford Hills Funeral Services, 1037 Main Street, Oxford.

The family wishes donations to be made to the American Heart Association, in the name of Kimberley Sue Wilson. A scholarship fund will also be created in Kim’s name to assist Oxford Hills area high school graduates that will pursue a degree in Early Childhood Development and related fields.

This week’s puzzle theme:

Delicious Desserts

ACROSS 1. Scottish Highlands’ pattern 6. ____ Brown from “Back to the Future” 9. “For ____ the Bell Tolls” 13. Alluring maiden 14. Feminists’ 1923 proposal, acr.

15. Push 16. Not Ionic or Corinthian 17. SNL’s “home” 18. Acquired behavior pattern 19. *Danish or croissant 21. *With ice cream 23. Color wheel feature 24. *”Baking with Julia,” e.g.

25. Rejuvenating spot 28. Stephen King’s “The Green ____” 30. License to park, e.g.

35. Olympic castaway?

37. Read, watched or listened to 39. Hot spot 40. Swirling vortex 41. Wilt “The ____” Chamberlain 43. Beginning of musical staff 44. DNA and RNA 46. Recipe direction 47. Saw incision 48. Rh in Rh disease 50. “Follow me!”

52. Pig’s digs 53. Loud get-together 55. Actress Thompson 57. *Apple coat 61. *Like Cherries Jubilee 64. Defendant’s excuse 65. One who copies behavior of another 67. Lion sounds 69. “Thesaurus” author 70. Intelligent humor 71. Grassy plain 72. School activity 73. Anagram for #49 Down 74. Those in favor

DOWN 1. High degree 2. Roller coaster feature 3. Heavenly glow 4. March celebrants 5. Authoritative declaration 6. Refuse to accept 7. Eyeball shape 8. *Chocolate tree 9. George Michael/ Andrew Ridgeley duo 10. Great Depression drifter 11. “Metamorphoses” poet 12. Boundary line 15. *Milk-based concoc-

tions Buggy control, pl.

Chop off Cause to be enamored *Common dessert ingredient 26. Study of behavior and mind, for short 27. Eagle’s nest 29. “____ Make a Deal” 31. Medieval torture device 32. The cocktail Moscow ____, pl.

33. Dead to the world 34. *Seaside candy 36. *In M&M’s pack: browns, greens and these 38. Fit for a skinny one 42. Online troublemaker 45. What to do with an application 49. Greek letters on campus 51. Almost 54. Shredded cabbage dishes 56. Mexican detergent plant 57. Rental on the links 58. Medicinal succulent 59. Semis 63. Marine eagle 60. Lend a criminal hand 66. *____-throwing contest 61. Sheep’s milk cheese 68. Vessel’s last call 62. Barnyard sounds 20.

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Opinions

Page 12B, The Bridgton News, March 9, 2017

Protecting seniors, even when no one’s looking

Sometimes, the work of an elected official is eye-catching.

News reporters and activists will latch onto it, pushing the issue onto the front page of the newspaper or the top of the six o’clock news. Other work we do is less glamorous but important nevertheless. As members of the Legislature, we research, consider and vote on issues that have a real impact on our constituents’ lives — even when they don’t earn much media coverage.

I want to let you know about a couple bills I’m working on that will protect and honor our seniors, those Mainers who have worked hard their entire lives and contributed to our society in countless ways.

First, I’ve introduced a bill the protect seniors from age discrimination in the auto insurance industry. The legislation has earned bipartisan support and a ringing endorsement from the Legislature’s Insurance and Financial Services Committee.

Views from Senate

by Bill Diamond Maine State Senator

graphic in our aging state, seniors make up the majority of Maine’s veterans.

Every veteran signs up to give their lives, if necessary, in defense of our country. Some of those servicemen and women will return to civilian life with disabilities earned during their service — disabilities both seen and unseen that may affect their ability to enter the workforce.

The property tax is in many ways the most unforgiving tax. Unlike the income tax, which rises and falls along with earnings, or the sales tax, which is levied depending on consumption, the property tax can increase dramatically, regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. In the worst-case scenarios, it can rise so much and so quickly that it jeopardizes a Mainer’s ability to stay in their home.

No veteran should live in fear of being kicked out of their home because of property taxes. I believe that exempting disabled veterans, who may have difficulty earning a living, from the property tax is the very least we can do to ensure their stability at home.

These are just two small things we can do to protect and help our seniors. I’ll continue supporting policies that make life a little easier for our elders. They deserve nothing less.

I’ll keep you informed as my bill moves through the legislative process. And as always, I’m ready and willing to listen to my constituents. Please feel free to contact me at diamondhollyd@aol.com or 287-1515 if you have questions or comments

This consumer-protection measure was prompted last summer when Progressive Insurance Company asked the state to allow it to charge seniors more for car insurance simply because they were older than other customers. While this proposal was offensive on its face, it was also based on a myth. Data shows that seniors are no more dangerous than any other age group of drivers. In fact, they are often less risky than younger motorists.

The proposal drew swift condemnation and Progressive ultimately pulled its request. Still, I felt we needed to pass a law to ensure that no other insurance company would seek to enact such a discriminatory scheme. The bill will be heard by the full Legislature soon, and I expect it to pass easily.

(Continued from Page 9B) The second bill would exempt veterans with permanent The Clean Elections Law imposes additional restrictions and 100 percent service-related disabilities from paying on candidates accepting PAC money. Rep. Tipping was re- property taxes, starting on April 1, 2018. Obviously, not all elected and Speaker of the House Sara Gideon (D-Freeport) veterans are seniors. But just as is true with every demoappointed him to chair the Taxation Committee. The Taxation Committee has jurisdiction of all things related to taxes, including current bills to amend or even outright repeal the three percent surtax.

In his defense, Rep. Tipping had sought guidance from Jonathan Wayne, executive director of the Maine Ethics Commission, not to be confused with the House Ethics Committee. Rep. Tipping failed to disclose to Wayne his position as chair of the Taxation Committee, a glaring omission. The Maine Ethics Commission is a five-member board that oversees Maine’s campaign laws and has no jurisdiction over the House Ethics Committee.

In an informal conversation, Rep. Tipping was told by Mr. Wayne, who is a staffer and not a member of the commission, that his employment did not conflict with campaign law.

At no time was the five-member Ethics Commission Board made aware of this request, nor did it convene to discuss and rule on it.

The major media outlets have done a poor job in reporting accurately on this controversial story. They have repeated, over and over, that Rep. Tipping was cleared by the Maine Ethics Commission when no such ruling occurred. And they continue to ignore the problem facing legislators: Did Rep. Tipping’s actions violate the House Ethics Rules that we all declare and sign? Should Rep. Tipping, at the very least, recuse himself from voting on any matter relating to Question 2? Should Rep. Tipping step down from the chair of the Taxation Committee? Was Rep. Tipping a paid lobbyist for LIONS HONOR STUDENTS OF THE MONTH — Guests at a recent Bridgton Lions Club meeting were the teachers’ union PAC, as is heard on a podcast posted by Students of the Month Hannah Ranco (left) and Heidi Fox (right). They were presented with certificates of the Maine People’s Alliance where Rep. Tipping is discussappreciation and checks. The students are pictured with Lion Ruth Shalline. ing his PAC job as influencing legislators?

The vote on HO #23 was 77-64 against convening the House Ethics Committee with all House Democrats voting against the order.

What do you think? Would you be okay if I was paid by a PAC to raise the cap on Charter Schools while I am a sitting member of the Education Committee? Would it matentities like Chechnya proved at home). in the Congress, promoting (Continued from Page 7B) ter if a sitting legislator took a salary for work to influence difficult, then, the dearest of Against this background, deep worries that their longdominates a diverse group energy policy with a renewable energy PAC and then was them all, Ukraine, showed Mr. Trump is not arguing for established comfort zone of appointed chair of the Energy Committee? Does Speaker of peoples weakens, internal signs of being wooed away an expanded NATO in Eastern known enemies was subject to forces turn on it and on each Gideon bear some responsibility for the controversy, given by the Western powers that Europe. As best as I can under- radical change. A true détente that she appointed Rep. Tipping to the chair of the Taxation other. Outsiders enter to pick broke their promise not to stand his thoughts — which with Moscow would also up the pieces.

Think of the Committee? push NATO eastward toward appear to contradict some oth- mean that the national secuIn my opinion, it would have been helpful to convene the turmoil in the Middle East Russia’s borders. ers in his administration — he rity budget could be safely that followed the collapse of House Ethics Committee and hash this out in the open. It Is it surprising that Moscow would end sanctions, recog- cut back. Another reason for the Ottoman Empire and then certainly would clear up any confusion surrounding the rule. would want to protect the nize Russia’s legacy interests hawkish disquiet. “America It would have offered clear guidance and we would either its successors, England and industrialized, Russian- in its neighborhood, and cease First,” I would say.

France. affirm our House rule or scrap it altogether. And it would inclined areas of Ukraine the unwinnable campaign On a related subject: While Thus goes Russia.

Not offer a clearer view of the meaning and scope of the Clean and to annex the strategically to get Moscow to return the we’re in a positive frame of only did Moscow lose its Elections law. mind, I think the president is important Crimea? We and the Crimea to Ukraine.

Rep. Phyllis Ginzler represents House District #69 in the component republics, but its Europeans insert ourselves on Similarly, it seems Mr. right to shuffle off the transbinding ideology, commuMaine House of Representatives, which includes Bridgton, nism, was discredited. First, Ukraine’s side and that con- Trump would cooperate with gender portfolio to the states Denmark and Harrison Georgia and small Moslem vinces the Russians we want Russia to end the struggle and local governments. It’s not to weaken them permanently. against the terrorist Islamic that big a deal and the country The same happens in State (ISIL) and recognize the is not ready for a major debate Syria, which used to be part Assad regime as the best pros- on the rights and wrongs of of Russia’s domain the Middle pect for maintaining a measure this issue.

East. A revolt against their cli- of stability in Syria. He might But there are a lot more ent Assad is financed by Saudi also (and here I’m quite uncer- policies that generate only my and Gulf money and aided tain) enlist Russia’s help in deep, deep disagreement with

by Turkey. Moscow will not restraining Iran in the region the new bunch in Washington. allow itself to be driven out and on the nuclear front.

Stand by. (and thereby also reinforce Henry Precht is a retired Wise intentions, if true. He the Sunni Chechnyan rebels would certainly distress hawks Foreign Service officer.

Ethics question

Henry Precht: Getting Russia right

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