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www.bridgton.com Vol. 143, No. 17

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Bridgton, Maine

April 26, 2012

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Time of transition

Bridgton Hospital follows trend by adding hospitalist program; recruiting doctors

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When David Frum was a child, his family doctor was always there to treat whatever ill or injury ailed him.

“Back then, doctors hung their shingle and spent their entire career in one place,” said Frum, president of Bridgton Hospital said. “That is not the nature of health care these days.”

Today, many primary care physicians are employed by hospitals, foregoing setting up private practices. Like any employee in today’s workforce, doctors frequently move on to other job opportunities — sometimes to seek greater challenges presented at larger facilities, better pay or due to lifestyle needs.

To address “balance of life” issues and “consistency of care” matters, hospitals across the country have implemented hospitalists programs. A hospitalist

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is a physician, most commonly an internal medicine doctor, who focuses his/her time, energy and practice on patients admitted to the hospital.

Meanwhile, primary care physicians can concentrate on their own outside practices, and not be forced to reschedule or make patients wait for long

periods of time due to an emergency call at the hospital.

“The trend nationally is that fewer and fewer primary care physicians are choosing to follow their patients into the hospital. They want to focus on their practices in an outpatient setting,” Frum said. “The reality around the nation is that the

marketplace is pushing us to go to a hospitalist program. Of all the internal medicine candidates coming out of their training, more than 50% are choosing to become hospitalists.”

Frum sees two major advantages to this approach. One is consistency of care.

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ipal side only). This is before all other exemptions, adjustments and surplus discussions though I have used $25,000 of surplus to help reduce taxes.”

Berkowitz also addressed the status of the Undesignated Fund Balance, saying the town’s auditor had determined that as of June 30, 2011 Bridgton’s Surplus was $2,405,557 and was on target to generally accepted accounting principles.

“My rough estimates are that we will need to increase that balance by about $300,000 to maintain the balance in the next fiscal year. Further, I am estimating that we will end up with a net expenditure surplus after carry forwards of about

$400,000 and a revenue surplus of about $25,000. Deducting the $300,000 leaves some $100,000 for your discretion, since I have already applied $25,000. If you were to use $50,000 for the revaluation reserve, you would decrease the local side of the tax rate by $.05 to $4.04 which would be a 1% town side tax rate increase. This would be less than the impact to the total budget with the school’s increase showing about 2.8% for Bridgton. Please note that the school increase I am using has been confirmed by School Administrative District 61.”

The estimated tax rate on the total budget of $15,005,910 would be $13.11, prior to

Tuesday’s meeting.

The town manager said that he is recommending “that only $50,000 of additional surplus be used and that should be used to establish the revaluation reserve leaving $50,000 more in surplus should it be needed in the FY 2014 budget development process.” Following this approach, Berkowitz said, the board of selectmen “has minimized the impact of the town side of the tax rate, maintained a stable undesignated fund balance or surplus and established a funding plan to meet your future revaluation of the town so as not to spike the tax rate in the future while continuing BUDGET, Page 12A

Budget finalized, ready for voters

By Lisa Williams Ackley SHE IS NOT LITTLE BO PEEP — She is Ellie River Staff Writer Winslow, age two, who was very interested in a very cute pair The Bridgton Board of of black lambs in a pen at the Denmark Sheepfest Saturday in Selectmen spent Tuesday night Denmark Village.

(Ackley Photo) putting the finishing touches on the proposed budget that will go before voters at the annual town meeting in mid-June.

Closed warrant They also decided April 24, by a 4-1 vote, to have a closed warrant at the June 13 annual town meeting — meaning

By Gail Geraghty doling out money for General voters may accept or reduce Staff Writer Assistance. The fact is, the budget requests, but they canThe movie Hunger Games is study shows that good, work- not increase any budget item. playing at the Magic Lantern this ing people, who never needed Selectman Paul Hoyt cast the week. But for many Bridgton help before, are now struggling dissenting vote, saying he residents, hunger is no game. It to put food on the table — and believes voters should be able is a day-to-day reality. the problem isn’t going away to make adjustments — up or A new, first-of-its-kind study anytime soon. down — to the proposed budof hunger in Bridgton has given get.

Consider these facts: voice to that reality. The cold, Bridgton Town Manager • Bridgton has the highest hard statistics it contains paint proportion of total residents, Mitch Berkowitz said in his a picture of a town in the grips 15.3%, living in poverty in memo to the board, prior to the of systemic poverty, where the Cumberland County. The rate beginning of Tuesday night’s gap between the wealthy and is 10.4%. The town also rates meeting, that if he had captured working poor (they comprise a higher than the county for food all of the key points the selectfifth of the total population) has stamp usage, single mother men made at their prior budget widened, and where many in households, and usage rates workshop on April 17, “then the middle class have become for pregnant women who get the impact of your changes the new poor.

Women Infants and Children would increase the town side of The study’s authors, a task (WIC) assistance. the budget by $14,211, bringforce of the Lake Region Non• 36% of Bridgton’s families ing the amount to be raised profit Team, hope the study will do not make a living wage. In by taxes for the town side (not redefine the face of poverty and Cumberland County, the living including assessments from the help to smash old stereotypes wage means making $9.87 an school district or county) to — the kind that make town hour for one person, or $36,000 $4,046,120 with an estimated meeting voters grumble when tax rate of $4.09 (again, municHUNGER, Page A

Hunger is no game in Bridgton

Raffling a place in history

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Is it possible to raffle off a historic moment?

Sure, it is. At least in Naples, where people can buy raffle tickets to be the last person to drive over the old bridge, or to be selected to be the first driver over the new bridge when the torch is passed.

On May 18, the Naples’ Swing Bridge, built in 1954, will end its lifecycle. On the third Friday of May 2012, civilian traffic will begin driving over the Bay of Naples Bridge — the fixed concrete-arch bridge, which was designed to create a more streamlined traffic flow for the region.

To celebrate the event, residents have planned an elaborate ribbon-cutting ceremony, which includes a parade on the

Causeway and a gathering at the Village Green.

There are still plenty of chances to drive into history.

Plus, the locations of where to buy those once-in-a-lifetime raffle tickets will be expanding, according to Causeway Committee Chairman Bob Neault.

The tickets cost $5 apiece.

At first, the only place to pick up a raffle ticket was at the town office, where 68 tickets have been purchased. The tickets are still available there.

However, after a recent meeting of the Naples Main Street group, everyone concurred that there should be more opportunities for people to acquire raffle tickets for this historic occasion.

“People were disappointed the only place to get the tickets

was the town office. So, we will look into distributing it wider,” Neault said. Additional venues for raffle ticket purchases will be at local businesses in Naples, he added.

Already, Nancy Hanson, a NMS member and owner of Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Properties, has sold more than 40 raffle tickets. She admitted she purchased 20 of those for herself, and would be “absolutely excited” if her number was drawn. This week, she picked up another 40 tickets.

Hanson drove around to local businesses and public buildings to hang 50 posters about the raffle. She said she was trying to spread the word about the offering.

“That money is going toward the continuation of HISTORY, Page A

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Hunger in Bridgton

ROTARY PROJECT — Tilling plots at the Bridgton Community Center were Rotary Club members Ken Barthelette and Mody Botros (lower left). Taking part in the effort were (top, left to right) Mody Botros, David Barker, George Harden, David Johnson, Skip Sullivan, Therese Johnson, Deb Ripley, Cathy Sullivan, Carmen Lone, Ken Barthelette, David Frum, Merrill Rollins, Jonathan Jones and Joe Barth.

Garden work Raffling a place in history Swing Bridge, and it would be incredible to participate in the ceremony for the new bridge by driving a classic car in the parade.

On the newer end of automobile manufacturing, six 2012 vehicles are being donated for those taking the ride across the new bridge.

In line with tradition, the Naples Fire & Rescue Department’s trucks will join the parade, including a 1938 fire apparatus.

The parade participants will stop half way across the bridge so the moment can be documented with photographs, Neault said during an April 18 Causeway Committee meeting.

Rick Paraschak suggested, “When going across the new bridge, (we should) turn on the sprinkler system so water is spraying.”

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“We might want to wait to see which way the wind is blowing first,” he said.

Some sprucing up is scheduled on the local level to beautify the Causeway before the big day.

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(Continued from Page A) the Causeway. This part of the raffle is through the town, and I am just selling tickets,” Hanson said.

While many residents are excited to have the new bridge unveiled, locals also want to pay homage to the bridge that for 58 years existed in their hometown.

“The ties of the community to the nostalgia of the old bridge” became a driving force behind creating the raffle, according to Neault.

For the upcoming parade, committee members are trying to locate a vehicle from the bridge’s birth year, 1954, he said.

“We are having trouble finding one,” Neault said, adding that longtime resident Sonny Berman offered the use of his 1955 Ford Woody.

Berman said he attended the opening ceremony for the

The Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club completed a project for the Bridgton Community Center this week, which included installing 12 new garden plots bringing the total number to 26.

Rotary members also tilled, fertilized and readied the plots for planting. Materials to provide irrigation were also purchased. These gardens will provide produce for local food pantries, Senior Lunches and Kid’s Katering programs in the summer.

The project was made possible by a District Simplified Grant from Rotary District 7780 and the Rotarians of the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club. Thanks to local businesses for helping with materials at a discount or no charge: Muddy River Signs, Paris Farmer’s Union, Rolfe Corporation and Brill Lumber.

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(Continued from Page A) a year for a family of three.

• 63% of children in schools are on the national lunch program, indicating that a large portion of Bridgton’s young working class families are at risk.

• The median household income (half earn more, half earn less) in Bridgton ($44,306) is below that of Cumberland County ($54,342) and the state ($46,541).

• One-fifth of Bridgton’s total population of 5,374 is age 65 or older, and nearly half of the town’s residents are age 45 or older.

Who are the food insecure?

The need to define the problem of hunger in Bridgton through a study became apparent to the Lake Region Non-profit Team last fall, when federal funding for the Bridgton Food Pantry was slashed by $6,000. A task force was created of people representing several nonprofit entities, including St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, BridgtonLake Region Rotary Club, the First Congregational Church, Bridgton United Methodist Church, the Bridgton Public Library, Bridgton Community Center and interested members of the community.

One of the first things they realized was that federal poverty guidelines weren’t a good indicator of hunger or food insecurity, which simply means “the limited ability to secure adequate food.” The federal poverty line is $18,528 annually for a family of three, yet people who make more than that often have trouble putting food on the table.

The living wage was considered a more accurate indicator, since it is defined as the income sufficient to meet a family’s basic needs. In Cumberland County, the living wage is $9.38 an hour, or $38,000 a year for a family of three.

Census data was correlated in the study with public health indicators, statistics from the Peoples Regional Opportunity Program and the town’s General Assistance usage rates. Father Craig Hacker of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, who led the effort, said they were looking for “hunger indicators,” such as the number of residents using food stamps or receiving a free or reduced lunch for their children at school. The data pointed to a food insecurity rate in Bridgton of between 25% to 33%.

“There might be as many as 36 per cent,” he said. “And these are people who are working.”

Too embarrassed to seek help Yet the working poor, who make up 22% of Bridgton’s total households, are the ones

least likely to seek help, he said. Thirty-three percent of Bridgton’s working poor receive no state or federal public assistance, according to data from People’s Regional Opportunity Program (PROP).

They either don’t know about the town’s two food pantries, at the Bridgton United Methodist Church and St. Joseph Catholic Church, or they are too embarrassed to turn to those sources of food.

“We need to eliminate the social barriers for these people to receive help, with dignity,” Father Hacker said.

An even more alarming trend is seen when looking at just Bridgton Village, which the U.S. Census Bureau defines as a 13.5-square-mile “Census Data Place” (CDP) inside Bridgton’s total area of 67 square miles.

There, the percentage of households that are food insecure is estimated at between 37% to a whopping 48%. Eightyfive percent of Bridgton’s CDP families make between $10,000 to $14,999 a year.

“This tells us that the problem is right downtown,” Father Hacker said. However, the data also shows that rural poverty is a growing problem in Bridgton as well.

“The new people who are falling into the poverty level live outside of the CDP, which indicates that rural poverty is on the rise,” said Father Hacker.

Also, population growth within the village area has not grown as fast over the past decade as the town as a whole.

“The declining line reinforces the story, that the very poor are moving to bigger cities to have access to more social services,” he said.

Contrary to what some may think, Bridgton does not have a very strong safety net when it comes to social services for the needy, he added. The town has not increased its General Assistance budget to keep pace with the increasing need. The amount of funding has stayed at around $32,000 for several years.

With the study in hand, Father Hacker has been giving talks about its results wherever he’s been invited. He realizes that not everyone will agree with the picture the study paints, but that’s okay with him.

“Any way you want to challenge the data, you’ve still got a big problem,” he said. “We’re not talking facts, we’re talking correlations and trends.”

Local governments, nonprofits and the “haves” need to work together to provide a better safety net for those residents who are food insecure, he said.

“I didn’t say I had any solutions. What I am saying is, let’s talk about it.”

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Building fees to increase?

WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE — On Monday, two employees from Wyman and Simpson Inc. worked under the arch of the Bay of Naples Bridge. Meanwhile, a crew from R.J. Grondin and Sons Inc. worked atop the bridge as paving is set to begin soon.

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Causeway paving to proceed

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The paving of a new section of Route 302, where the road crosses the new arched bridge, is tentatively scheduled to start Monday.

The paving project’s start date hinges on the state approving the asphalt mixture, which originates from Pike Industries, according to Superintendent Jeff Simpson who works for the general contractor, Wyman and Simpson Inc. “They are having some problems at the hot top plant,” he said Tuesday morning.

The pre-testing of the asphalt mixture is done for quality control reasons, Simpson said.

Also, the asphalt recipe differs from job site to job site, he said.

“It depends on the type of mix they are putting down” for the road, Simpson said.

This part of the project is “right on” schedule, he said.

Earlier this month, the paving had been planned for Thursday, but the time it takes to arrive at the correct mixture won’t put the job behind schedule.

When the paving does begin, drivers can expect traffic delays

on the Causeway. At that time, the wait for people stopped in vehicles could be considerably longer than when lane closures resumed in late March, according to Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) Resident Engineer Craig Hurd.

While the job of paving the new bridge’s road will be done in two or three days, people can expect lane closures through the Friday before Memorial Day weekend, Hurd said.

First item on the work list: A crew from R.J. Grondin and Sons, Inc. will pave the new road base on the north side of the existing Route 302. That area is east of old the bridge to past the west end of the retaining wall.

According to Hurd, rain is Sometimes, it is wise to check with an expert first. Last week, The News published a photo of a sapsucker as part of Jean Preis’ “Bird not a factor in whether or not the Watch” column. Unfortunately, the photo was that of a red-breasted PAVING, Page A sapsucker found only along the Pacific coast and coastal mountains from Baja California to British Columbia, according to Jean. The yellow-bellied sapsucker takes up residence here in Maine.

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES – By midsummer, the price of building on a piece of property will go up.

As of July 1, 2012, the town’s fees associated with building and remodeling permits will increase.

The Naples Board of Selectmen on Monday decided to build into the fee chart a means for the town to bring in revenue from residential construction activity. The board voted 2-1 to support the fee hike, with Selectman Rick Paraschak opposing it. Selectmen Tom Mayberry and Dana Watson were absent.

“I didn’t want to put too much of an increase so people would be in shock when they come in,” Code Enforcement Officer Boni Rickett said. “It is a gentle increase in the fees.”

Rickett researched the appropriate fee increases using Casco’s Code Enforcement Department as a comparison.

“I am in favor of raising the minimum fee of $5,” Paraschak explained prior to the vote. “I am not in favor of raising the costs of building fees, in some cases it is double the cost per square foot.

If some young family moved to Naples and got a job here, we don’t want to discourage them from building here.”

He said an increase of 10 cents per square foot could add up to additional costs for even a modest-sized home.

Chairman Christine Powers asked if Paraschak backed the hike when it brought the fees in line with what other towns are charging. She asked him if he would reconsider “when it is compared to other towns’ increases?”

Paraschak anwered, “I was never a fan of comparing us to

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“Part of Boni’s proposal was that we could pick up some of her costs. Eventually, the cost is going to be picked up by the taxpayers,” he said.

Favoring the fee increase, Selectman Bob Caron Sr. said he supported the idea last time it came up, and still does.

“The cost of doing business is a true statement,” he said.

Several months ago, Rickett appeared before the board, and asked if she could proceed with a fee change chart. Rickett received the nod of the full board at that time.

According to Rickett, “Last year, I took in about $17,000 in building fees; and that would not pay my salary.”

The fees have not been increased for at least 12 years – if not longer, Rickett said.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if it has been more than 15 years or even as many as 20 years,” Naples Town Manager Derik Goodine said. “The selectmen back then were hesitant to raise the fees.”

To view a listing of the new fees, go to www.naplesme.govoffice2.com

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Volunteers honored

RECOGNIZING VOLUNTEERS — In addition to the delicious ice cream and toppings, Bridgton Hospital managers created a short “THANKS” skit to thank the volunteers.

(Pictured, left to right) Karen Harding, RN, nursing supervisor; Susan Rivet, RN, director of outpatient services; Carol

In recognition of National Volunteer Week 2012, Bridgton Hospital recognized its volunteers, the Bridgton Hospital Guild and Volunteer Angels, at an old-fashioned ice cream social, held on Thursday, April 19, at the hospital.

David Frum, hospital president, opened the special event by welcoming the volunteers and acknowledging how critical their commitment is to the hospital. The Guild, which operates the Twitchell Café located on the campus, and the Thrift Shop, which is in downtown Bridgton, both provide exceptional service to patients and visitors.

The corps of Volunteer Angels, the in-hospital volunteers, provide clerical support in key areas throughout the hospital including administration, prescription assistance, specialty clinics, outpatient surgery, diabetes education, and in special projects like the Patient Shadowing and Patient Visitor Programs.

According to Pamela Smith, director of development and commuMiller, dietary; Elaine Drew, RN, diabetes educator; Linda nity relations and volunteer coordinator, “Last year, volunteers proAllen, medical records; and Nancy Donovan, Ph.D., rehabili- vided nearly 11,000 hours of service to Bridgton Hospital. An exceptation therapy, participated in the skit and recited statements tional commitment from these wonderful community members!”

reflecting volunteerism.

Memorial School motion stirs emotions

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO – The Casco Memorial School was on the agenda again.

It was listed as old business. The discussion was to focus on how to dispose of the building.

On Tuesday, a motion regarding the memorial school’s future drew out emotions and lots of comments during the Casco Board of Selectmen’s meeting.

Throughout the discussion, there were a few instances when people interrupted one another or briefly spoke at the same time.

The topic also prompted people to refer to remodel versus rebuild cost ranges provided by various engineering firms in the past year.

Chairman Barbara York was the first to speak about the issue.

She said the Memorial School was indeed old business; and it was about time for the board to

take decisive action.

In addition, a recent poll had revealed that a little less than half of those people responding were not in favor of not spending more money on the structure. The poll question had asked property owners if they were willing to spend approximately $750,000 on the Memorial School. ‘No’ was the answer for 379 respondents, while 188 residents backed making that expenditure to save the building.

“We have been discussing this for a very long time,” the chair-

man continued.

“It has greatly deteriorated over the years” as well as being an annual financial burden to the town at the tune of between $4,000 and $5,000 – just to maintain and tarp over for the past two winters, York said.

“At this point, I am making a motion” to turn the school over to the Casco Fire Department for rescue and fire training classes.

York’s motion also included the future for the Memorial plaque.

The Memorial School was

constructed to honor veterans, three community members who served and died in World War II. So, to carry on the spirit of the school, the memorial plaque would be presented to the Veteran’s Committee or the Casco Recreation Department so it could be properly displayed in the community.

In a turn of events, and after York had called a vote on the motion, the vote vanished when the board agreed to wait on an

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CORRECTION — In an article entitled, “Casco awards revaluation job,” which appeared on Page One of The Bridgton News on April 12, the price difference between the bidders was reversed. The highest bidder, John E. O’Donnell and Associates, bid the job at more, not less, than competitor KRT Proposals. There was also a mathematical error in calculating the difference between the two bids.

The article did not mention the amounts of both bids from the two firms the Casco Board of Selectmen was considering.

O’Donnell bid $285,000; and, KRT bid $196,000. The difference between the two bids is $89,000.

Renewal of soul workshop It was a beautiful morning in Bridgton when at least 12 people gathered around a table to talk about life and death. The Bridgton Hospital’s Oncology Department, The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing and the Tee for Two Organization organized this needed workshop for cancer survivors.

Father Craig Hacker, from St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Bridgton, and Deborah Ripley, from Women in Balance, LLC were invited to present a workshop entitled, “Renewal of the Soul through an Illness.” Participants were asked to look at God and their faith before their illness and then after their illness. Other important topics discussed included other types of unfinished business such as reconciliation with relatives and ones participants wanted to say good-bye to.

“It was a moving workshop with most participants walking away with feelings of hope and not feeling so alone with their illness,” Ripley said.

This is just one of the many workshops, which are being presented at Bridgton Hospital. The next workshop is entitled, “Grief and Loss with Hope and Grace.” This workshop is being presented by Jim Douglas, M.Ed., community grief specialist with Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice, and Ripley. For more information regarding upcoming workshops, participants may call 647-6120.

Senior social, luncheon HARRISON — The final Senior Social (until next October) — “Tribute to Our Veterans” — will be held on Tuesday, May 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Congregational Church.

The social hour begins at 11 a.m. with the meal being served at noon. The menu includes homemade turkey stew, biscuits and beverages followed by a red, (strawberries), white, (angel food cake) and blue, (blueberries) dessert. If you don’t have time to join in on the fun, you can still enjoy the delicious meal.

The social closes with a tribute to military personnel, so for those who would like, red, white and blue will be the dress color of the day. Three dollars or a donation is requested.

This month’s event is sponsored and hosted by Harrison Recreation with the support of many volunteers. Those interested in sponsoring or volunteering for a Senior Social during the 2012/2013 season should contact Paula at 583-2241. The Senior Socials will resume in the fall and always take place on the first Tuesday of each month.

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Police news

April 26, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page A

Bridgton Police blotter

Take Back Day

These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Tuesday, April 17: 12:37 p.m.

No injuries were reported, when a 2009 Subaru Impreza operated

by Nancy J. Walsh, of Waterford, and a 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit operated by Shawna Dailey, of Campton, N.H., collided at the intersection of Kansas Road and Smith Avenue.

3:10 p.m. No injuries were reported, when a tree hit and fell on a 2003 Nissan Murano operated by Bonnie J. Milo-Needelman, of Bridgton, on Kimball Road.

5:52 p.m. No injuries were reported in a motor vehicle accident in a driveway off North

Road involving a 2001 Subaru Forester operated by Tracy Fleck, of Bridgton.

6:16 p.m. A checkbook was turned in at the police station.

Wednesday, April 18: 7:37 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of suspicious activity at the skateboard park on Skillins Circle off Depot Street.

8:43 p.m. Police officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at a residence on North High Street where a subject who resides there left for the evening voluntarily.

Thursday, April 19: 2:07 p.m. A police officer responded to a general disturbance on Snow Valley Road where there were

“two people at the end of the road arguing, one wearing bunny ears.”

Saturday, April 21: 12:09 a.m. A caller reported suspicious activity behind the Bridgton Memorial School on Skillins Circle.

Sunday, April 22: 9 p.m. Joel C. Hapgood, 38, of Bridgton, was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant, following a traffic stop at the intersection of Highland Road and Dugway Road.

Hapgood was released on bail.

Tickets: During this reporting period, police issued three summonses and 41 warnings.

The Bridgton Police Department and The Drug Enforcement Administration have scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day that will take place on Saturday, April 28, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bridgton Community Center located at 15 Depot Street. This is a great opportunity for those who missed the previous events, or who have subsequently accumulated unwanted, unused prescription drugs, to safely dispose of those medications.

FRYEBURG — This is a partial listing of incidents handled by the Fryeburg Police Department from April 9 through April 22, 2012: Monday, April 9: 10:30 a.m.

A police officer responded to a report of an assault at Molly Ockett Middle School.

2:34 p.m. The theft of copper pipes from the town-owned campground on Route 5 was reported. The police log states: “There wasn’t very much copper piping — most is plastic.”

Tuesday, April 10: 8:15 a.m.

Fryeburg Police responded to a medical call at Fryeburg Academy with Fryeburg Rescue personnel.

10:15 a.m. A police officer responded to a 9-1-1 hang-up call on Farnsworth Road. It was a misdialed number.

4:30 p.m. A Fryeburg police officer observed a dozen trash bags disposed of on Little Chatham Road and identified whose trash it was. The officer will be contacting the subject who dumped the trash.

Wednesday, April 11: 2 p.m.

A caller reported a break-in at a house on South Chatham Road.

Friday, April 13: 11:30 a.m.

Two motor vehicles, a 2003 GMC 2500 pickup truck owned by Scott A. Small, of New Gloucester and a 2004 Volvo SW V70 owned by Suzanne Dater, of Denmark, collided in the parking lot at Quinn’s Jockey Cap Country Store & Motel.

12:30 p.m. A “possible daytime burglary” on Menotomy Road was responded to by a Fryeburg police officer.

3:23 p.m. A harassment complaint on Bel-Air Estates Road was taken care of by the responding police officer.

4:24 p.m. A caller from Menotomy Road reported being the victim of telephone fraud and the matter is being investigated.

Saturday, April 14: 4:37 a.m. A caller reported seeing three to four subjects with flashlights around their residence on Lovewell’s Pond Road. The responding police officer checked the area and the subjects were

gone upon the officer’s arrival.

and a report was taken.

Saturday, April 21: 2 p.m. Nathan M. Martin, 21, of Chatham, N.H., was arrested on an outstanding warrant and released on bail.

6 p.m. A subject reported a burglary at their camp on Lovewell’s Pond that had been broken into and items taken. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, April 22: 8 a.m. A police officer responded to a report of a burglary on South Elkins Brook Road where items were taken. The matter is under investigation.

1:30 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of unwanted subjects on North Fryeburg Road. The unwanted subjects left the area, prior to the officer’s arrival.

3:45 p.m. Eric W. Jordan, 27, of Conway, N.H., was issued summonses for failure to register a motor vehicle and operating a motor vehicle without a valid inspection sticker, following a traffic stop at the intersection of West Fryeburg Road and Ettowah Cove Road.

9 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of a domestic disturbance on “A” Street in Fryeburg and charged Jeremy Gurney, 32, of Fryeburg, with domestic violence assault.

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The unidentified woman was ejected from the SUV, according to a dispatcher in Standish.

A couple helped the woman, with one holding the woman’s head above the water, as the other called 9-1-1.

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An abandoned backpack was discovered in a yard on Main Street and turned over to Fryeburg Police. They located the owner who resides in Lovell.

Tuesday, April 17: 12:45 p.m. A subject arrived at the police station where the Fryeburg Rescue office is located complaining of chest pains and requesting Rescue services.

Rescue personnel took charge of the incident.

1:51 p.m. Criminal summonses were issued to a 17-year-old male juvenile from Brownfield, following a traffic stop on Main Street, for sale and use of drug paraphernalia, being a minor transporting liquor and unlawful possession of a Scheduled drug.

Wednesday, April 18: 3:40 p.m. A police officer responded to Kaiser Drive for a reported break-in and burglary at a camp there. The matter remains under investigation.

5:06 p.m. A police officer responded to a convenience store on Main Street for a report of shoplifting.

Thursday, April 19: 2:22 a.m. A motor vehicle accident on West Fryeburg Road near Green Thumb Farms was investigated.

12:12 p.m. A subject came to the police station to report money being taken from their bank accounts.

1 p.m. A police officer observed three men from South Portland target shooting near Clay Pond and informed them they were shooting in a nature conservatory and were asked to leave.

Friday, April 20: 7 a.m. A police officer took a report of a theft at a local store whereby an employee had accepted rolls of coins for payment that did not have the correct amounts in them.

4:20 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of suspicious activity on Maple Street,

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In an effort to help provide an important service to the older adult residents of the community, the Bridgton Police Department has partnered with the Bridgton Community Center and the Southern Maine Agency on Aging to create a daily check-in program for elderly residents of the Town of Bridgton.

The program will be referred to as the “Good Morning Bridgton” program. Customers who wish to utilize the program will sign up through the police department or the community Attorney Peter Malia center. Volunteers will be recruited and trained to perform daily outbound calls to people signed up for the program. The call is intended to augment a person’s existing safety plan and to insure their well-being each day. If a person cannot be contacted, a police officer will be dispatched to the person’s residence to check on the person’s welfare and safety.

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Obituaries

Page A, The Bridgton News, April 26, 2012

Helen D. Weeks

Roger P. Bean

Robert E. Carruthers

RAYMOND — Helen D. Weeks, 81, died on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, from cancer, at The Hospice House in Auburn, with her family at her side.

Helen was born in Portland in 1931, the daughter of Richard S. and Gladys L. Palmer. She grew up in Portland, Edgewood, R.I. and Raymond.

Helen attended Fryeburg Academy and enjoyed attending all 61 of her class reunions. She met her husband, Leland Weeks, while attending summer camp in Raymond. They celebrated 61 years of marriage.

Family was very important to both Helen and Lee. They raised their family in Portland and Raymond. She and her husband spent every summer at their camp on Sebago Lake. They later moved to Raymond in 1972 to her parents’ farmhouse. Helen and Lee always loved Sebago Lake, where they later built their retirement home and enjoyed many beautiful sunsets together along with their golden retrievers. Helen enjoyed skiing and spending time at their A-frame at Mt. Abram Ski Resort. They raised their children, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren to love skiing.

Helen was the previous owner of the family business, Palmer Spring Company in Portland. She was a CNA nurse and a certified med-tech for a short time.

Helen loved traveling all over the United States, Canada and Europe with her husband. Alaska was one of their favorite destinations. Helen also enjoyed traveling to visit exchange students that they hosted in their home through E.F. Helen and Lee placed foreign exchange students in local homes for over 20 years. She attended Grace Bible Church of Gorham. Her church family was a big part of her life. She traveled to Europe on numerous mission trips with her church. There is an ache and sadness in our hearts because she is no longer here, but there is comfort in knowing she is happy and peaceful in God’s hands.

Helen is survived by her husband, Leland E Weeks Jr.; a brother, Joseph B. Palmer of Lexington, Mass.; four children, David E. Weeks of Portland, Kathleen A. Whitten of Raymond, Laurie L. Norwood of South Bristol and the Rev. Leland E. Weeks III of Cedar Park, Texas; 15 grandchildren and 22 great- grandchildren.

A memorial celebration of her life was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at the Grace Bible Church, 74 Deering Road, in Gorham, with Pastor Robert White officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco. Online condolences may be left for the family at hallfuneralhomeinc.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Grace Bible Church Missions Fund, 74 Deering Rd., Gorham, ME 04038.

FRYEBURG — Roger Polson Bean, 89, of Fryeburg died peacefully in his sleep at home on Sunday, April 15, 2012, after a long life well lived.

He was born in Saco on Aug. 31, 1922, the son of Catherine Polson and Roger Joel Bean. He attended local schools and graduated from Thornton Academy in 1941. After an all too brief time at the University of Maine, he was inducted into the Air Force, where he was trained as a Weather Observer and Radio Sonde Operator, and served mainly in India and China until the end of WWII. Upon discharge in December of 1945, he returned to Maine and continued his studies at UMO, receiving a degree in Mechanical Engineering. On June 15, he married the love of his life, Marilyn Allard, and they spent nearly 65 very happy years together. Their union was blessed with a son, Joel, and a daughter, Kathryn, who were a source of great joy and pride throughout his life.

Upon graduation, he was employed by Shell Oil Company as a sales representative and later by Good Company in the same capacity. While he enjoyed the work, it necessitated several relocations and a good deal of traveling, so in order to spend more time with his family he decided on a career change that proved serendipitous. He returned to college, ultimately earned a master’s degree in Science Education from Colby College and joined the faculty at Fryeburg Academy.

Roger often said this was the milieu for which he was meant. He enjoyed the interaction with the students and many of them in return remember him as a real gentleman who treated them with respect, cool and calm (no matter what), and a familiar figure on campus with his tweed jackets and ever-present pipe.

A lifelong fisherman and hunter, Roger fostered a love of the outdoors in his children. He developed a great interest in golf and together with the other members of his regular foursome, played every day that the weather permitted (and some days when it didn’t) at Lake Kezar Country Club. The friendships developed lasted a lifetime. He was an artist and craftsman, and could turn his hand to almost everything — a man for all seasons.

Throughout his long life, he was a voracious reader, and this, too, was an interest he shared with all his family. In retirement, he finally found the time to travel, and he and Marilyn were able to cover the globe and visit many of the places of which he had read, as well as locations in which he had been stationed in the Far East. But, he was never happier than when he returned to Fryeburg and took up his regular routine of spending time with family and friends and enjoying the camaraderie of daily encounters with other community members over breakfast at the local cafe. Roger will be greatly missed and long remembered and the world will be a lesser place without him.

He was predeceased by his parents; sisters, Barbara Moreland and Margaret Emmons; and his son, Joel.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn; devoted daughter Kathryn SB Davis of Kennebunk; a granddaughter, a grandson, and three greatgrandchildren.

At his request, there will be no funeral service. A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday, April 28, at the Fryeburg Academy Performing Arts Center from 9:30 to 11 a.m. All are welcome to join in for a cup of coffee and his favorite blueberry muffins as memories of his life are shared.

Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome. org If desired, donations may be made in Roger’s memory to: Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main St., Fryeburg, ME 04037.

LIVERMORE FALLS — Robert “ Bob” E. Carruthers, 59, of Livermore Falls, passed away suddenly at Central Maine Medical Center. He was still sharing his sense humor until the very last moment on Saturday, April 14, 2012.

He was born in Bridgton on March 18, 1953, the son of Edward Carruthers and Mary Elizabeth Carruthers.

Anyone who knew Bob knew he was a hard worker and was always willing to lend a helping hand or his expertise to a friend or family member. Bob recently returned to Maine after several years living in Palm Bay, Fla. He enjoyed working in the woods, hunting, fishing, tinkering on vehicles, and his wonderful grandchildren.

Bob was predeceased by his first born, Robert E. Carruthers Jr. He is survived by his longtime wife of 29 years, Ernestine L. Carruthers; his son, Jonathan L. Carruthers of Palm Bay, Fla.; his daughter, Sally M. Carruthers of Livermore Falls; and his five grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2012, at Sally Carruthers, 57 West Loop, Livermore Falls (897-4960).

To offer words of condolence and share memories with the family, please go to the obituary page at: www.bcarruthers.com

Blaine Williams, 48, of Palm Bay, Florida, and formerly of Raymond, Maine, died unexpectedly on April 8, 2012. Blaine was born March 24, 1964, and graduated from Windham High School.

He was an avid Patriots fan, and loved to fish and golf. He loved spending time with family and friends.

Blaine is survived by Laurel F. Williams, his two children, David McClure of Maine and Megan Lee Williams of California; three stepchildren, Matthew Robichaud, Andrew Robichaud, and Sara Robichaud, all of Palm Bay, Florida; and several grandchildren. He is also survived by his adoptive parents, Michael and Donna LaPointe of Casco, Maine; sister Mary Skillins and children, Dustin and Cody Skillings, brother David LaPointe, all of Palm Bay, Florida; and brother Todd LaPointe of Casco, Maine.

A private service for family will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012, and a celebration of his life will be held in Florida on Sunday, April 29, 2012. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

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Elaine Rehm KITTERY, MAINE — Elaine Rehm, 85, peacefully passed away on April 18, 2012 in Portsmouth, N.H. She had lived approximately 40 years in Holyoke, Mass., and 30 years in Naples and Kittery. Born May 22, 1926 in Bristol, N.H., she graduated from Traip Academy in Kittery in 1943 and married her high school sweetheart that year.

Elaine was a life member of Eastern Star, and a member of the Red Hat Society in Naples. She founded the “Snow Birds” Red Hat group and a craft group at Surfside Beach, S.C., where she and her husband wintered for 21 years. She was a longtime member of Second Congregational Church in Holyoke, Mass., where she served on many boards and committees.

Elaine was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Walter Rehm, son Glen Rehm, sister Marilyn Picott, and nephew David Fuller.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Judith and Robert Knowlton of Acton, Mass., nieces Susan Bradeen and her husband Roland of Rochester, N.H., and Barbara Gaines and her husband John of Lafayette Tenn., and by her nephew Robert Fuller of Somersworth, N.H. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Kirsten Hanson and her husband Scott of St. Augustine Fla., Gregory Rehm and his wife Heather of Seattle Wash., Laurie Rehm Skinner and her husband James of Summerville S.C., Caroline Rose and her husband Daniel of Kittery, and Kimberly Knowlton-Young and her husband Adam of Greensboro, Vt. Elaine is also survived by eight greatgrandchildren, Jacob and Brian Hanson, Soleil, Camilla, and Hunter Skinner, Walter and Patrick Rose, and Eliza and Bodhi Knowlton-Young. She is also survived by her dearest friends, Rejane Patterson of Kittery, Karleen Shea of West Holyoke, Mass., and Mary Walsh of Binghamton, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital of your choice or to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104, or to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. A 1 p.m. memorial service for Elaine will be held at the Meetinghouse Chapel in Kittery, Maine on May 26, 2012.

Care for Elaine and her family has been entrusted to the J.S. Pelkey Funeral Home, Kittery, Maine.

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John H. Seidel DMD SCARBOROUGH — John H. Seidel, DMD, 90, of Scarborough, affectionately known as Harry, died on April 21, 2012.

The son of Dr. John C. and Mable Seidel, he was born in Portland, the oldest of four boys, attended Sacred Heart, Deering High School and graduated from Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Seidel served in both the Army and Navy Dental Corps during WWII and later with the Veterans’ Administration in Portland.

It was during this time that he met and married his wife of 65 years, Rita (Dorval) Seidel. Together, they raised three children while living in Deering, Falmouth and later as longtime residents of Pine Point in Scarborough.

Along with his service at the VA, he joined and practiced with his father in Portland for 35 years. As a dentist, he taught at Tufts, served on college boards, professional committees and was past president of the Greater Portland District Dental Society. Having retired to Florida, he at 80 years old, volunteered and provided dental care for migrant workers in the greater Naples area.

During his life, Harry enjoyed sports, lacrosse with the Boston Lacrosse Club, skiing with his family in North Conway, sailing on Casco Bay and especially golf on courses around the country. Harry and Rita were members of the Portland Country Club and Hide Away Beach Club on Marco Island, Fla. Throughout his golfing career, Harry shot six holes-in-one. But the greatest focus of his athletic life, for he and his wife, was attending as many of his children’s and grandchildren’s games and events as possible, always quick to travel any distance to watch a game, match or race.

A life constant for Harry and Rita was their home in Pine Point.

He loved to sit in the backyard in the warm sunshine and be the first to announce a sea breeze, “Sea Turn!” and say with a grin, “Feel that ocean air!”

He is survived by his wife Rita; son John C. Seidel of Scituate, Mass.; daughters Anne Marie Owens of Denmark and Barbara Keene of Gorham; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

In Memory of Visitation was held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A Concelebrated on his birthday Mass of Christian Burial will be April 24, 2012 held on Thursday at 10 a.m. at 4-24-40 – 1-18-2011 St. Margaret’s Church, 6 Saco Avenue, Old Orchard Beach. Burial with military rites will follow at Scarborough Memorial Cemetery, Scarborough. Online condolences may be sent to: www.ctcrawford. com In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to: The Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 200906011.

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WINDHAM — Anne Moors Love, 96, of Harrison and Boxford, Mass., passed away on April 18, 2012.

Born on Jan. 8, 1916, she the was oldest daughter of Charles E. and Louise (Warner) Moors of Plymouth, N.H. Anne graduated from Plymouth High School as the valedictorian of her class in 1933. After high school, she attended Simmons College in Boston, where she graduated as the salutatorian of her class in the spring of 1938.

Anne and her loving husband Nate were married on Sept. 5, 1942, and moved to Boxford, Mass.

When their children were of school age, Anne was hired as the secretary to the principal of the elementary school located in East Boxford. She worked in this position for the rest of her career, while living in Boxford.

Anne and Nate retired in 1975 and moved to Bolsters Mills, where they spent over 15 years together in a peaceful, loving and enjoyable retirement.

Anne was predeceased by her father, Charles E. Moors; her mother, Louise Warner Moors; her beloved husband, Nathaniel N. Love Jr.; her brother, Dr. Charles E. Moors; and her sister, Helen Moors.

She is survived by her three children, Charles N. Love of Winthrop, Stephen D. Love of Scarborough, and Helen L. Herrick of Haverhill, Mass.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, May 12, 2012, at 11 a.m., at the United Parish UCC in Harrison.

Arrangements are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop. Memories, condolences, photos, and videos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at www.khrfuneralhomes.com In lieu of flowers, those who In Loving Memory of wish may donate to: The United Parish UCC of Harrison and North Bridgton, 77 Main St., Harrison, ME 04040.

Jacqueline L. Strout (Durgin)

In Loving Memory of

Krista Dittmeyer 7/8/90 – 4/23/11 No farewell words were spoken, No time to say good-bye.

You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.

Our hearts still ache in sadness, And secret tears still flow.

What it meant to lose you, No one will ever know…

— author unknown We Love You… Nan & Old Dad Aunt Lisa & Uncle Hey Jessica & Jake Brayden, Kendall Krystal & Tyler, Noah Aunt Lori & Kassandra Desneiges & Uncle Luke Gage, Skylar Aunt Lynn & Uncle Dean Bryan, Breyanna, Brenna

on her birthday 4-25-44 – 6-30-07

Mom, It’s your birthday, we can’t have cake and ice cream together but we can still have our memories as they will never fade away.

Like the ice cream melting down my cheeks and the cake that crumbled my heart the day you left us by your side.

That day will never be forgotten as we knew you had to leave.

Mom, you will always be in our prayers and thoughts each and everyday!

Happy Birthday Mom Loved and Sadly Missed Your Daughter Zelda Grandchildren Scott, Tricia, J.R. Great-Grandchildren Jenna and Bailey Durgin

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RAYMOND — Dwight Bradburn “Brad” MacCormack Jr., 78, of Raymond, died peacefully at home on April 14, 2012.

He was born on Nov. 6, 1933, in Quincy, Mass., the son of the late Dwight Bradburn MacCormack Sr. and Dorothy (Faye) MacCormack.

Dwight graduated from Bethany College in 1958 with an English degree. He attended Harvard Divinity School and was ordained as a Christian minister in 1960. Dwight served as the Dean of Students at Dean Junior College in Franklin, Mass. In 1973, he and Leighton T. Saville opened Seacrest Manor in Rockport, Mass. For 30 years, they dedicated themselves to providing an atmosphere that was “decidedly small, intentionally quiet.” Their efforts were recognized in 2002 when Seacrest Manor was awarded the Conde Nast Johansens “Award for Excellence.” During his tenure as an innkeeper, Dwight met and maintained many enduring, dear friendships. In 2004, Dwight retired to his treasured “Peaceful Pines” in Raymond.

Music was among one of Dwight’s many passions. He served for many years on the Board of Directors of the Rockport Music Festival and, most recently, at the Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival. He was a supporter of Rockport Public Library and also served on its board of directors.

In addition to his parents, Dwight was predeceased by his sister, Faye MacCormack; and longtime business partner, Leighton T. Saville.

He is survived by many cherished friends.

A graveside service will be held in Beech Grove Cemetery, Rockport on Saturday, May 5, 2012, at 2 p.m., officiated by the Reverend Jamie Howards. Arrangements are being handled by the Burgess and Mackey Funeral Home, 201 Main Street, in Rockport, Mass., and Dolby Funeral Home in Windham. Online condolences may be given at www.greelyfuneralhome.com

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Obituaries & area news NORTH BERWICK — Juanne T. Hanscom, 81, of Valley Road, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2012, at H.D. Goodall Hospital in Sanford after a period of failing health.

Born on March 8, 1931, in Portland, she was the only child of Daniel and Madeline (Talbot) O’Neill. After graduating from Portland High School, she worked for a short time as a dietician at Westbrook Junior College. She married John Emery and they had two children together before she married her second husband, Kenneth Hanscom, adding two more children to her blessed family.

Juanne will be remembered as a hardworking woman. She began housekeeping at Mainely Woods on Raymond Cape in Raymond, eventually earning her position as caretaker; retiring after 25 years of service. In the early 1990s, Juanne moved to North Berwick where she spent the rest of her life with her companion, Carleton Mathews.

She was predeceased by her second husband, Kenneth Hanscom in 1983.

Surviving are her companion of 22 years, Carleton Mathews of North Berwick; a son, John Emery Jr. of North Berwick; three daughters, Lisa Lovejoy and Patricia Emery, both of Arundel, and Heidi Warren of North Berwick; nine grandchildren and two great-grandsons.

A time of visitation will be held on Thursday, April 26, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick.

There will be no funeral service. Interment at a later date will be in the Murch Private Cemetery, South Casco. Arrangements are in the care of the Johnson Funeral Home, North Berwick. Condolences may be sent online to www.JohnsonFuneralHomeME.com.

Constance G. Pleau

AUBURN — Constance G. Pleau, 88, of Auburn, died early Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at the Hospice House, with her family by her side, following a brief illness.

She was born in Lewiston, June 4, 1923, the daughter of George and Irma (D’estemauville) Michaud. Connie was a longtime member of the South Lewiston Baptist Church and was also a hospital volunteer at both Central Maine Medical Center and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.

Survivors include her son, Paul Shaw of Upper Black Eddy, Pa.; her daughter, Stephanie Shaw of Salem, Mass.; her sister, Jacqueline Blanchard of Naples and Florida; four grandchildren; and 10 greatgrandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband, George Pleau in 2006.

Memorial services honoring Connie’s life will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the South Lewiston Baptist Church with Pastor Bryan Church officiating. Burial will be private at St. Peter’s Cemetery. Arrangements by Dillingham & Son Memorial Chapel, 62 Spring Street, Auburn.

Memorial donations in Connie’s memory may be made to the South Lewiston Baptist Church, 1919 Lisbon Road, Lewiston, ME 04240.

Dayle L. Maxfield

PORTLAND — Dayle Lowell Maxfield, 85, of Portland, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Mercy Hospital.

Dayle was born in Portland on June 24, 1926, the daughter of Reginald and Viola Rand Lowell. She resided in Windham throughout her youth and graduated from Windham High School in 1943.

Dayle married William R. Maxfield of Portland in 1946, where she lived in the Stroudwater area of Portland until her death.

For 14 years, Dayle worked as a credit reporter for the credit bureau of Greater Portland, and for several years, she worked on the local election polls for the city of Portland. For 11 years, she enjoyed volunteering at Maine Medical Center distributing mail throughout the hospital.

Dayle was predeceased by William, her husband of 32 years in 1978; and a brother, Harold Lowell of Windham.

Dayle leaves behind a son, William A. of Portland; a daughter, Belinda Hayes Saint Jean of Casco; a sister, June Fraser of Kennebunk; a grandson and a great-grandson; and two nieces.

There are no visiting hours scheduled. A memorial graveside service was held on Wednesday, April 25, at 11 a.m., in the Brooklawn Memorial Park for family and friends.

Arrangements are under the direction of Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford Street, Portland. Online condolences can be made to Dayle’s family at www.jonesrichhutchins.com

Casco rewards manager with pay hike

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO – On Monday night, Casco Town Manager Dave Morton heard kudos and praise.

In addition to words that are nice to hear, elected officials gave him a raise.

It is the first pay adjustment since 2007 – five years ago.

During its regular meeting, the Casco Board of Selectmen was split on its decision to raise Morton’s pay by 3 % for the upcoming fiscal year.

According to paperwork provided, Morton earns an annual salary of approximately $75,000.

A three-percent increase would add $2,250 to paycheck over the course of a year.

The vote was 3-2, with

selectmen Paul Edes and Ray Grant opposing the pay hike for the town manager.

Although the vote for Morton’s pay raise was not unanimous, public support was solid. Compliments arose from both the audience and the board.

A few people approached the podium and waited to speak when the board began to make comparisons of Morton’s wages and benefits to those of town managers in the surrounding towns.

“He is not the highest paid, but he is the longest serving,” Casco Fire Chief Jason Moen said.

Moen quickly reminded the board that he was a taxpayer,

too. His words summed up that Morton had served in his capacity for decades, and has done so well. Plus, he made the point that in comparison to region town managers, Morton was underpaid, especially given the years of service.

“As a taxpayer, I support that three percent,” Moen said.

South Casco resident Rick Thorpe, who was standing behind Moen, said, “That’s the same thing I was going to say.” He walked away from the microphone.

Selectman Mary-Vienessa Fernandes backed up the sentiment that had been expressed.

“I am familiar with other town managers (on the list.)

Dave is like a walking archive

for me, especially when I am trying to research local history.

I don’t have to dig for that – it is in his brain,” Fernandes said.

Earlier in the discussion, she said his yearly pay of $75,000 “is on the low end.”

Selectman Grant calculated that with benefits included Morton’s annual salary was closer to $81,000.

In past discussions, Grant has favored the belief that if an employee gets a raise in salary that cost should be offset by reducing benefits or requiring the employee to pay a percentage. He has said this is how a lot of companies are doing business in the current economic climate; and the town should follow suit.

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer The Bridgton Board of Selectmen has agreed to allow the town to make a $1,000 “risk deposit” — or non-refundable deposit — on a nearly new tanker truck for the Bridgton Fire Department, with the intent of a entering into a lease-purchase program with the seller, Greenwood of Maine in Brunswick.

The lease-purchase agreement with Greenwood of Maine, that would be contingent upon voter approval at the June 13 annual town meeting, could save the town a substantial amount of money over the alternative of purchasing a brand new tanker truck in two years’ time, town officials said.

Based on the 2006 Fire Department equipment replacement schedule, Fire Chief Glen

Garland stated that the tanker truck was the next piece of capital equipment in line to be replaced.

Last year, voters approved putting aside $75,000 toward replacement of the tanker truck, and there is another $75,000 being requested on the 20122013 annual town meeting warrant, bringing the set aside amount up to $150,000, should voters give their approval.

During discussions with the Bridgton Budget Advisory Committee, Chief Garland was asked if there is used fire apparatus on the market that could be purchased instead. Chief Garland then located a 2011 tanker fire truck for sale for $225,000 that has been used “strictly for demonstration purposes”.

The fire chief consulted Bridgton Town Manager Mitch

Berkowitz to ask if this proposal should be brought forward to the board of selectmen now, with a potential savings to the town instead of purchasing a brand new tanker fire truck in two years at a cost of about $300,000.

Berkowitz said the town has done this in other similar situations, noting that in this case, there could be no town meeting approval of the lease-purchase proposal until mid-June.

Told the Canadian dealer that Greenwood of Maine is dealing with wanted a 10% refundable deposit for the tanker truck used only for demonstrations, the town manager said he did not think the town should or could put a large deposit down without town meeting approval.

However, Berkowitz said that if the deposit were for $1,000, then the town could do that and

if approved, it would be a “good savings to the town.” So, the fire chief contacted officials at Greenwood of Maine and asked if they would accept a $1,000 non-refundable deposit for the tanker truck on the basis that the town needs to have town meeting approval to expend the proposed appropriation. There is a stipulation with the $1,000 non-refundable deposit for the tanker truck that, if Greenwood of Maine receives an offer equal to the Town of Bridgton’s that is valid, and then the town would have a 15-business day window in which to respond to the offer.

This would allow the dealer to continue to market the tanker truck, which they need to get off their lot by June 30 of this year.

The town manager stated the town would have to take a oneyear lease option on the balance.

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Memorial School motion stirs emotions (Continued from Page A)

action until the town had sought legal counsel.

As soon as York called for a vote, Town Manager Dave Morton brought up a possible conflict that the board might want doublechecked before making that decision about the Memorial School.

“In order to dispose of an asset, we need a town vote at town meeting. But, the selectmen have the responsibility for addressing and caring for buildings, including disposal of them,” Morton said, adding, “So, there is a con-

flict.”

He told the board it could vote on the fate of the school that night, and then – if needed – the Memorial School issue would become an article at town meeting. But, the selectmen’s next move was to wait, and be legally prudent, before taking the next step two weeks from now.

Once the motion was on the floor, this is some of the conversation that took place: Selectman Tracy Kimball said, “I don’t think we can hold onto it much longer. We are putting a lot

Graveside Services Robert Budroe, Jr.

A graveside service will be held for Robert Budroe, Jr., formerly of Bridgton and Harrison, who passed away on Nov. 24, 2011, on Monday, May 7 at 2 p.m. at the North Conway Cemetery in North Conway, N.H.

Lois Nutting

Graveside services will be held for Lois Nutting, who passed away on Feb. 23, 2012, on Saturday, April 28 at 11 a.m. at the Maple Ridge Cemetery in Harrison. Arrangements are under the care of Oxford Hills and Weston Funeral Services, 1037 Main Street, Oxford.

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Selectman Grant immediately said it was a contradiction for the majority of the board to support spending extra money on an independent firm to oversee the firm doing the property revaluation job, while members of the board were saying $4,000 to $5,000 was too much money to spend on maintaining the school until the public was ready to do something with it.

“We have had engineers who said it could be saved. We have had engineers telling us it could be repaired,” Grant said.

Selectman Edes agreed the school could still be salvaged.

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April 26, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page A

Upcoming events

Page A, The Bridgton News, April 26, 2012

Calendar

Please note: Deadline for all calendar submissions is Tuesday at noon.

BALDWIN May 5 — Pancake Breakfast, 7-9 a.m., West Baldwin United Methodist Church.

BRIDGTON April 26 — Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club, Club Assembly, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

April 26 — Bridgton Transportation Committee, 10 a.m., Community Center.

April 26, May 3 — Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Community Center.

April 26 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1-6 p.m., Masonic Hall, Harrison Rd. FMI: 1-800-482-0743.

April 26, May 3 — Continuing Tai Chi, 3:30 to 5 p.m., Town Hall.

April 26 — Free Community Kettle Supper for everyone, 5 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.

April 26 — Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Gallery 302, 112 Main St. April 26, May 3 — Chickadee Quilters, 7 p.m., Community Center.

April 26 — Bridgton Republican Town Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Community Center.

April 27, 30, May 2, 4 — Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 to 10 a.m., Town Hall. FMI: 6472402.

April 27, May 4 — Mother Goose Time, 10:30 a.m., library.

April 27, May 4 — Read to Holly Dog, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., library.

April 27 — Birding Program

by LEA, 7 p.m., 230 Main St. FMI: 647-8580.

April 27 — 50+ Social Club, 7 p.m., Community Center.

April 28 — Birding Expedition at Holt Pond by LEA, 7 a.m., meet at LEA office, 230 Main St. FMI: 647-8580.

April 28 — Unused Prescription Drop-off by Bridgton Police Dept., 10 a.m. to noon, Community Center. FMI: 6478814.

April 28, May 5 — Table Tennis, 1-4 p.m., all welcome, free equipment, Town Hall. FMI: 647-2847.

April 28 — Spaghetti dinner

by Oriental Lodge #13 to bene-

fit Project Graduation, 5-7 p.m., Masonic Hall, Rte. 117.

April 28 — “Roast Beast” Dinner, 5:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 33 High St. FMI: 671-2678, 647-3936.

April 29 — Meet the Breeds event and food drive, noon to 2 p.m., Bridgton Veterinary Hospital, Rte. 117.

April 30 — Tot Time, 10 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

April 30 — Knitting Circle, 11 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

April 30 — Cribbage, 2 p.m., Community Center.

April 30 — My Mother’s Clothes Are Not My Mother, with actress Elizabeth Peavey, 7 p.m., library.

May 1 — Tai Chi Maine beginners’ class, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Town Hall.

May 1 — Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Community Center.

May 1 — Bridge, 1 p.m., Community Center.

May 1 — COPD Support Group, 1 p.m., Community Center.

May 1 — Friends of North Bridgton Library, brainstorming session, 7 p.m., library.

May 1 — NAMI Support Group, 7 p.m., Community Center.

May 2, 3 — Books are Fun Book Fair, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bridgton Hospital. FMI: 6476055.

May 2 — Senior Lunch, noon, Community Center.

May 2 — LEA Discovery Kids, 3 p.m., Community Center.

May 2 — Bridgton Singles, brown bag picnic at Highland Lake Beach, 6 p.m.

May 2 — Pathways Through Grief, 6 p.m., Community Center.

May 2 — Bible Study, 6 p.m., Community Center.

May 3 — Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club, Andrew Harris on Deertrees, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

May 3 — Free Community Kettle supper, 5 p.m., Community Center.

May 3 — Chickadee Quilters, 7 p.m., Community Center.

May 4 — Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Community Center.

May 5 — MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Competition, 10 a.m. to noon, Jr. Harmon Field.

May 5 — Table Tennis, 1-4 p.m., Town Hall.

May 5 — One Man’s Dream, program on Heifer Intl., 1-2 p.m., library.

May 6 — Pleasant Mountain Bicycle Loop by LELT, meet at Shawnee Peak parking lot, 8 a.m.

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May 7 — No. Bridgton Cemetery Assn. annual meeting, 7 p.m., No. Bridgton Library.

BROWNFIELD April 27, May 4 — Playgroup, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community Center.

April 28 — NRA Basic Pistol Class by Fryeburg Fish & Game Assn., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Brownfield Community Center.

FMI: 935-2625, 935-2327.

April 28 — Free Baked Bean Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Brownfield Community Church.

CASCO April 26, May 3 — Senior Wii Bowling, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Community Center.

April 26-May 31 — Line Dancing, 6-week session, 7-8 p.m., Community Center. FMI: 627-4187.

April 28 — Baked Bean, Casserole Supper, 5-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, 941 Meadow Rd., Rte. 121.

April 30 — Mens’ over 25 Basketball, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Community Center.

May 1 — Storytime with Michelle, 10:30 a.m., library.

DENMARK April 29 — The Last Romance, 4 p.m., Denmark Arts Center, 50 W. Main St. FMI: 452-2412.

May 2 — Storytime, 9:30 a.m., library.

FRYEBURG April 26 — Independent Film Series, The Sensation of Sight, 7:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy. FMI: 935-9232.

April 27 — Theater at Monmouth, The Fool of the World & the Flying Ship, 7 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy.

FMI: 935-9232.

April 28 — Jazz artist Gretchen Parlato, 7:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy.

FMI: 935-9232.

April 30 — Fryeburg Bridge, 1 p.m., Legion Hall, Bradley St. May 1 — May Day Breakfast

by First Congregational Church of Fryeburg, 6:30 to 9 a.m., Masonic Hall, Portland St. May 1 — Fryeburg Historical Society, “The Saco River & The Digging of the Canal,” 7 p.m., American Legion, Bradley St. FMI: 697-3484.

May 3 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., Gibson Recreation Ctr. FMI: 1800-482-0743.

May 4 — Veterans Service Officer, 9 a.m. to noon, American Legion, Bradley St. FMI: 3241839.

May 4 — Benefit Dance for Wendy Smith, 7-10 p.m., Natural Resource Bldg., Fryeburg Fairgrounds. FMI: 608-9695.

May 7 — Wagner’s Dream, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy. FMI: 9359232.

HARRISON April 26, May 3 — Drumming, Dance & Hoops, 6 p.m., Community Room, fire station. FMI: 583-2241.

April 27 — Red Hat Ladies of the Lakes, noon, Ruby Slippers, Rte. 117.

April 28 — VFW Indoor

Yard Sale & Craft Fair by VFW Ladies Auxiliary, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., VFW Post, Waterford Rd. To reserve a table: 809-4605 or 5832232.

April 30 — Coed Adult Pickup Basketball, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Harrison Elementary School gym.

May 1 — Final Senior Social of season, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church. FMI: 583-2241.

May 1 — Coed Teen Pickup Basketball, 6-8 p.m., Harrison Elementary School gym.

May 2 — Harrison Historical Society, post and beam house of Phyllis LaFontaine, 7 p.m., museum on Haskell Hill Rd. FMI: 583-2213.

May 5 — Stuart’s Corner Cemetery Assn. meeting, 9 a.m., Bolster’s Mills, home of Edna Lord.

May 5 — Public Supper by Western Maine Fish & Game, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Harrison Fire Station, School St. LOVELL April 26-30 — $1 a Bag Sale, 10 a.m. to noon Mon., Weds., Sat., Lovell Thrift Shop, Lovell Church of Christ, Rte. 5.

April 26 — Writing Group, 12 p.m., library.

April 26 — Lovell Invasive Plant Preventive Committee, 7 p.m., library.

April 27, May 4 — Bingo, early birds 6:30 p.m., regular bingo 7 p.m., VFW Post #6783.

April 28 — Garage/estate sale to benefit LELT, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., 298 Christian Hill Rd. FMI: 9251056.

April 30 — Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m., library.

April 30 — Mouse Paint Storytime, 2:45 to 4 p.m., library.

May 2 — Cribbage, 9:30 to noon, library.

May 5 — Art Group, 9 a.m. to noon, library.

May 6 — Cinco De Mayo library fundraiser, 6 p.m., Ebenezer’s Pub & Restaurant, 44 Allen Rd., Ctr. Lovell.

NAPLES April 26 — Lego Club, 4 p.m., library.

April 26 — Family Art Night, 6-7 p.m., library.

April 27 — Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington: Sen. Margaret Chase Smith, as portrayed by Sally Jones & sponsored by Bridgton Library, 7:30 p.m., LRHS auditorium.

May 1 — Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

May 1 — Summer Kidventure Camp split week registration, 4-7 p.m., Naples Town Office. FMI: 693-6364.

May 1 — Tween Storytime, 6 p.m., library.

May 1 — American Legion Post #155 Sons and Auxiliary meetings, supper 6 p.m., meetings 7 p.m., legion, Rte. 11.

May 5 — Chinese Auction by Ladies Auxiliary, doors open 4 p.m., drawing 6 p.m., American Legion, Rte. 11.

RAYMOND April 28 — Free Community Meal, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Christ Chapel, 37 Northern Pines Rd. FMI: 655-5058.

April 30 — Storytime for

Babies, 10 a.m., Preschoolers, 11 a.m., library.

May 2 — Storytime for Toddlers, 10 a.m., library.

SEBAGO April 27-28 — Project Linus Blanket Workshop, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat., Sebago Town Hall dining room.

Sewers & non-sewers welcome; call 787-2489 for registration.

April 28 — Bean Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., No. Sebago Methodist Church.

April 29 — Open House, 4-6 p.m., Spaulding Memorial Library.

May 2 — Sebago Center Community Church Annual Meeting, 7 p.m., downstairs in church hall.

May 5 — Talk by LRHS Foreign Exchange students, 7 p.m., Spaulding Memorial Library. FMI: 787-2321.

WATERFORD April 28 — Let’s Talk About It: Defining Modern Ireland, 2 p.m., library. FMI: 583-2050.

May 6 — Waterford World’s Fair Association meeting, 2 p.m., Waterford Town Office.

AREA EVENTS April 26 — Lake Region Business Builders, educating & networking event, 5-7 p.m., Rustlers Steak House, Windham.

April 26 — Maine Jazz Band, 7 p.m., Saint Joseph’s College, 278 Whites Bridge Rd., Standish.

FMI: 893-7723.

April 27, May 4 — Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club, 9:15 a.m., Rec. bldg., King St., Oxford.

FMI: 783-4153, 743-9153.

April 27 — Oxford County Educators Association-Retired, dinner at noon, meeting 1 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School.

April 27, 28 — Maine Premiere by Fiddlehead Players of Dr. Dolittle, 6 p.m. Fri. and Sat., also 1 p.m. Sat. matinee, Gray/ New Gloucester High School.

April 27 — Norway Open Mic with Davy Sturdivant, signups 6:30 p.m., open mic 7 p.m., Norway Universalist Church, 479 Main St., Norway. FMI: 7432828.

April 27 — Christian music concert by Resistance Ministries, 6:30 p.m., East Auburn Baptist Church, Park St., Auburn.

April 27-29 — Beth Henley’s Abundance, 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun., Saco River Grange Hall, 29 Salmon Falls Rd., Bar Mills. FMI: 929-5412.

April 28, May 5 — Beginning Knitters, 10 to 11 a.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram. FMI: 625-4650.

April 28 — Food and Film Festival by Evergreen Institute for Wellness, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kennett High School, No. Conway, N.H. FMI: 603-6517475.

April 28 — Cohen Chamber Music Series, 10:15 a.m., Hebron Academy Lepage Center for the Arts, 309 Paris Rd., Hebron.

FMI: 966-5266.

April 30 — Deadline for ordering Native Conservation Plants & Trees from Oxford County Soil & Water District. FMI: 743-5789, ext. 111.

April 30 — Planning & Growing Your Herb Garden with

Carol Felice, 6:30 p.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. May 1 — Conway Writers Group, 4:30 p.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. May 2 — Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, 85 Main St., Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

May 3-6 — Jake’s Women, OHMPAA show, 8 p.m., Norway Grange, Whitman St., Norway.

May 4-26 — New Transit of Venus show, 7 & 8:30 p.m.

Fri., 3 p.m. Sat. & Sun., USM Southworth Planetarium, Portland. FMI: 780-4249.

May 4-6 — Fools, Windham Center Stage Theater production, 7 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 4 p.m. Sun., Windham High School. FMI: 893-2098.

May 5 — Free Community Dinner, 4:30 to 7 p.m., His Place Teen Center, 254 Webber Brook Rd., Oxford. FMI: 595-4722.

May 5 — Tamworth Arts Council Benefit Auction, doors open 6 p.m., auction at 7 p.m., The Brass Heart Inn, Chocorua, N.H. FMI: 603-323-8104.

May 5 — Nate Towne CD Release Party, 8 p.m., Tucker’s Music Pub, 290 Main St., Norway. FMI: 739-2200. ##### AREA FOOD PANTRIES BRIDGTON — Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesdays, Methodist Church, 98 Main St. FMI: 647-4476.

BROWNFIELD — Brownfield Food Pantry, 1 to 5 p.m. third Thursdays, 701 Pequawket Trl. FMI: 935-2333.

CASCO — Casco Food Pantry, 4 to 6 p.m. fourth Thursdays, Casco Alliance Church.

HARRISON — Harrison Food Pantry, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays, Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2 Naples Rd. FMI: 5836178.

FRYEBURG — Food Pantry, Fryeburg Assembly of God, by appointment, 8 Drift Rd. FMI: 935-3129.

NAPLES — Naples Food Pantry, 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, United Methodist Church, Village Green, FMI: 838-9045; The Food Basket and Kyrie’s Kitchen, 1st & 3rd Mondays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Naples Town Hall gym, FMI: 615-3226.

RAYMOND — Raymond Food Pantry, 4-6 p.m., 2nd & 4th Thursdays, Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Main St. FMI: 2325830.

SEBAGO — Sebago Food Pantry and Clothes Closet, Nazarene Church, Rte. 114, 4th Tuesdays, 9 to 11 a.m.; clothes closet Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

STANDISH — Catherine’s Cupboard Food Pantry, 6 p.m.

Wednesdays, Standish Town Hall, Rte. 35.

SWEDEN — Sweden House Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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‘Mrs. Smith goes to Washington’ only be sold at the door before the play, which is sponsored by the Maine Humanities Council and Bridgton Public Library. For further information, contact Annika Black at the library, 647-2472, or Karen Doughty at LRHS, 6936221.

Jones has performed in various Maine theaters, the most recent being the Out of the Box Theatre in Lewiston where she also portrayed Sen. Smith. She has toured the show at venues in South Paris, Rumford, Augusta, Gardiner, Stonington and Portland, with additional locations planned for the future.

Jones feels that each time she performs the play, she honors the memory and accomplishments of a remarkable Maine woman.

Jones also directs and performs, mostly for Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Association (OHMPAA) in Norway. Last year, she directed America’s first twocharacter musical I Do, I Do. Currently, Jones is adapting the novel The Road to Eden’s Ridge,

by M.L. Rose, into an original stage musical in collaboration with Steve Jones from Harrison.

It will be on the OHMPAA stage in November.

Jones is a certified teacher and recently retired from Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. She lives in Norway where she is a trustee of the Norway Historical Society.

NAPLES — Come to Lake Region High School in Naples on Friday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m. for a unique one-woman play about one of Maine’s most loved Senators, Margaret Chase Smith.

Norway actor and retired teacher Sally Jones will bring U.S. Senator Margaret Chase Smith to life in detail, with poignancy and humor, in this play, Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington, written by Linda Britt.

Once the play has ended, Ms. Jones returns to the stage to answer questions from the audience, still personifying Senator Smith. This play has received great reviews.

“Sally Jones’s portrayal of Senator Margaret Chase Smith is truly one of the best stage performances I have ever witnessed here in Maine. I would encourage everyone of any age to make an honest attempt to see the play…a truly memorable event,” said Ben Tucker of Norway. Sandra Poland of West Paris said the play was “One of the most fascinating history lessons I’ve ever witnessed.”

And Angie Stockwell, collection specialist at the Margaret Chase Smith Library at the University of Maine said, “Don’t miss this opportunity to view this excellent portrayal of Margaret Chase Smith. It’s enlightening, entertaining, and very well done.”

Cost is only $1 for kids ages 12 to 18, and $2 for adults. Children under 12 are free. Tickets will

Retired teachers meeting The Oxford County Educators Association-Retired met on March 23 at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, where the Culinary Arts Program served the group a delicious meal. It was prepared and served by the students, who did an excellent job. The menu was impressive and was appreciated by all.

In fact, it was so well appreciated that the group asked if they could meet there again this month.

The meeting will be at 11 a.m.

Friday, April 27. The dinner will be served at noon, and there will be a program following at 1 p.m.

This month’s program will focus on the life and work of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

The March meeting was devoted to a discussion of the retired teachers’ retirement system and their health care coverage.

This discussion was led by John

Kimball, association president.

Both of these subjects present a challenge to retired teachers, many of whom rely entirely on these programs for their income and well-being. New laws have capped cost-of-living increases at 3% for three years. After that, the COLA insurance will not apply to a teacher’s total retirement benefit.

Such cutbacks have a direct effect on the lives of retired educators.

Retired teachers are concerned that further cuts may make their situation even more difficult.

The annual convention of the Maine Educators AssociationRetired will be held on Wednesday, May 9, at the Augusta Civic Center.

If you are a retired teacher who lives in Oxford County or a person who was employed in some other capacity by a school, you are invited to join them.

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HIRAM — The third Monday Book Discussion Group at Soldiers Memorial Library, 85 Main Street, Hiram, will read Gayle Lemmon’s The Dressmaker of Khair Khana at its Monday, May 21 meeting from 11 a.m. to noon. The library tries to have available copies to borrow — but please check with Pam to reserve.

The Monday Knotty Knitters group continues to meet weekly from noon to 2 p.m. New members are always welcome. The

“Wounded Warriors Project.”

This program takes pride in helping veterans in the area.

All members and individuals of the community can help by supporting American Legion and “WWP.” HARRISON — The Harrison Historical Society’s opening The next meeting of program this spring features the story behind the creation of the Legion’s Auxiliary and Sons 1803 post and beam house of Phyllis LaFontaine. The house was will be Tuesday, May 1, with a supper at 6 p.m. and put back together, beam by beam, by her friends and neighbors meetings at 7 p.m. Then, in an old-fashioned barn raising after it was transported in pieces on Saturday, May 5, the from Coopers Mills.

Join others on Wednesday, May 2, at 7 p.m. for this interesting Auxiliary will hold a Chinese Auction. Doors open at 4 presentation. For more information, call Elaine Smith at 583p.m., and the drawing starts 2213. at 6 p.m. The kitchen will be open for yummies. Proceeds go to veterans’ services as well as local baseball, softball, etc. Come enjoy the fun and help the Auxiliary.

I hope this much needed rain helps the fire danger go Bridgton Hospital will be time to purchase for yeardown. Of course, you know the host site for a “Books are round gift giving. A percentage that April showers bring May Fun” Book Fair. The sale runs of the book sale profits are flowers.

Wednesday, May 2, from 10 donated to Bridgton Hospital I have been seeing some a.m. to 4 p.m., and Thursday, Annual Fund, which benefits beautiful forsythia and aza- May 3, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. all areas of patient care at the leas. The flowering trees are “Books are Fun” is a Reader’s not-for-profit hospital. For furwonderful as well. I would Digest Company. ther details contact Pam Smith, love to have a beautiful garA huge assortment of great director of Development and The Bridgton Singles met at den and lawn like some I’ve new books, at savings of up Community Relations, at 647the Bridgton Community Center seen in my travels. to 70%, makes this an ideal 6055.

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Library sponsors show The Bridgton Library is holding a special program entitled “Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington,” in which Norway actress Sally Jones will portray U.S. Senator Margaret Chase Smith. The performance will be held at Lake Region High School in Naples on Friday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Thursday, April 26, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, Route 117. For more information, call 1-800482-0743.

There will be a free Community Dinner on Thursday,

April 26, starting at 5 p.m. The dinner is for everyone.

The Greater Bridgton-Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce will hold a Chamber After Hours on Thursday, April 26, at Gallery 302, 112 Main Street, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The Bridgton Republican Town Committee is meeting on Thursday, April 26, at 7 p.m. at the Community Center.

Welcome spring — where everything is blooming, lilac trees are blossoming, flowers are all blooming and some are starting to come out. It’s a beautiful time of year. Spring has sprung!

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Savvy Caregiver, a training program series for family caregivers of people with disorders causing dementia, will be offered starting Friday, May 18, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Bridgton Community Center.

Often family members take on the role of caregiving without any preparation or training.

This evidence-based program by the Southern Maine Agency on Aging helps caregivers develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes to make caregiving easier. Savvy Caregiver consists of six two-hour class ses-

Family, friends and the community of Lovell paid honor to one of its own, Scott Peter Thomas, on April 21. Scott lost his battle against colon cancer on April 7, after a five-year fight.

His motto, “fight the fight, fight for a cure,” was an idea taken seriously by Scott. He didn’t win, but set a great example along the way in how he dealt with his disease. He didn’t whine about “why me,” but showed others how to deal with this affliction with a sense of humor and with a smile on your face.

I met Scott through my column when he was in charge of the chicken barbecue put on in August by the Lovell Volunteer Fire Department. Oh, how I had to nag that boy to get the correct information on price, etc. He just never understood the premise of a deadline. Lucky for me, our friendship blossomed, until I felt like family. When I read his obituary, I wasn’t surprised by what this man had crowded into such a short life.

Other than being husband to his wife Angie and father to three wonderful kids (Jared, Allison and Spencer), I think his proudest achievement was

sions, and encourages participants to try out ideas at home between classes. Participants are asked to attend all six classes in the series, which are held on consecutive Fridays.

There is no charge to participate, but pre-registration is required by May 9. As part of the funding grant, research data will be collected by asking participants to complete pre- and post-surveys.

SEBAGO — Three foreign For more information or to exchange students from Lake register, contact Ann O’Sullivan Region High School will speak at SMAA, 1-800-427-7411. at Spaulding Memorial Library on two Saturday evenings in May. Rowan Wallace from Sebago received a scholarship from the National Security Language Initiative through American Councils to travel to Kazan, JUNE 24 & 25, 2012 Russia. There she lived with a host family, took college classDepartures from Naples, es and volunteered at the high Portland & Wells school. She will discuss her For detailed Itinerary & Reservations: experiences and treat the audiCall MIKE FOYE at (207) 310-0176 ence to some Russian refreshor (207) 787-2799 ments on Saturday, May 5 at 7 p.m.

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in becoming a captain in the Lovell Fire Department. I still can remember his excitement when he got me down to the fire station and demonstrated the thermal imaging camera, which can see into walls to detect fire.

It was because of Scott that I got to ride in a fire engine. Yes, even at my age, that can be fun, especially if you get to sit in the captain’s seat, boots and all.

Every time I saw him before Old Home Days, he’d smile that grin of his, eyes twinkling, and tell me he had a surprise for the parade. He always came through, even the year I was on a float and was mysteriously bombarded by a super soaker. I can’t imagine who was behind that; never did get even.

I loved that boy and was so proud when Scott became the 2010 winner of the Amgen Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Award. Amgen is a worldwide pharmaceutical company that established the award for recipients who fulfill the criteria as a cancer survivor and someone who is community-minded and reaches out to help other cancer patients. The company is also a major sponsor of the Dempsey Challenge, so Scott was presented

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the award on Oct. 2, 2010 at the Dempsey Challenge Champions for Hope Banquet. He helped so many people faced with therapy by just smiling and encouraging them. Scott was a stutterer, but that was never evident when he spoke to people about prevention and testing for cancer.

When my daughter Robin went through the processes, he talked to her. It was Scott who helped me with advice when we had the benefit supper for her. If I didn’t call him, he’d call me, reminding me what I had to do.

Through all the pain, he always thought of others.

He died young, but he crammed so much in his 50 years.

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A visit to her father’s place Mr. and Mrs. Denis Doyon (Corine Adams) of Biddeford visited her father, John Adams, recently, on their way home from visiting Denis’ new baby granddaughter, Vivianna, at the Bridgton Hospital.

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Due to the secretary’s health problem, she and the president were unable to attend. The winner of the mystery package was “Dusty” Adams.

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their respective countries on Saturday, May 19 at 7 p.m.

They both won scholarships to come to the U.S., sponsored

by Youth Exchange Studies.

Perhaps you have met them through their volunteer work.

They have assisted at Lions Club functions, bean suppers, Breakfast with Santa and other community events, and have completed over 200 hours of community service. Their presentations will include photographs, traditional clothing and a demonstration of drumming on the tabla, an Indian instrument.

Both presentations will be held at the library, located on Route 114 in Sebago. For more information, call 787-2321.

Scout honor guard at his memorial service. He led by example, which his children were able to see, giving them a wonderful legacy from their dad.

Those taking part in the memorial service, from the Lovell Firemen and the Masonic Delta Lodge #153, did a wonderful job. His best friend Marty had the hardest job of all, reminding us all of what a great guy Scott was, but he pulled it off in style.

To Angie, Jared, Allison and Spencer, keep your memories tight — Scott will always be with you.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks those who would like to remember Scott to consider donations to the Lovell Volunteer Fire Department, Bridgton LOVELL, Page 11A

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Upcoming area events Estate sale benefits Land Trust

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All are welcome. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. For further information, contact Diane Jones at 6973484 or e-mail ewjones@roadrunner.com

LOVELL — The Greater Lovell Land Trust is holding a benefit garage sale, rain or shine, on Saturday, April 28, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 298 Christian Hill Road, Lovell. There will be many items, including tools, Free bean supper dishes, furniture, clothes and BROWNFIELD — A free books, from an estate. GLLT is a nonprofit organization, and Baked Bean Supper will be held at the Brownfield Community may be reached at 925-1056.

Church on Saturday, April 28 Digging of the Saco from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The menu River Canal FRYEBURG — The includes beans, hot dogs, coleFryeburg Historical Society’s slaw, salads, casseroles, bread, monthly meeting will be held pies and desserts. All are welTuesday, May 1 at the American come. Come and enjoy.

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(Continued from Page 10A) Hospital Oncology Clinic and Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation North Conway, N.H. The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a fundraiser on Sunday, May 6 at Ebenezer’s Restaurant and Pub starting at 6 p.m. The menu will be in the Mexican tradition of salsa and chips, a Mexican variety of steak, chicken, beans and rice, with other goodies and dessert. The price of $35 includes dinner, two drinks per person, tip and tax. Tickets can be obtained at the library with checks made out to the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library.

You might want to call the library at 925-3177 and make a reservation.

The Sweden House, a local food pantry and resource center, will be holding a Chair-ity Event and Silent Auction on Saturday, May 19, at the VFW Hall in Lovell from 1 to 6 p.m. The

pantry is looking for businesses and individual donations, which could include services, gift certificates, attraction tickets, etc. This event will raise funds to support those in need. The pantry is open on the first and third Wednesday of the month. The area served is Sweden, Waterford, Albany and Stoneham. Each Sowing Seeds for Life pantry is responsible for their own fundraising. Anyone wanting more information can contact Mary Ann Smith at 9353631.

In Cub Scout news, the Scouts held the Pinewood Derby on March 24 in which Reilly Brown took first place, Austin Garrett, second, and Francis Field, third. On March 31 at the District Pinewood Derby, Austin Garrett won First Place and Best in Show.

The Cubs also were taken to the Planetarium in Concord by the Boy Scouts, where they saw two shows the, Black Hole and the Night Sky. All the boys had a great time.

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There is a $3 donation at the door and refreshments will be available. For more information, please call 743-2828.

North Bridgton Public Library Friends meeting

Please join others at the North Bridgton Library at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, to discuss upcoming events. The library has a few ideas that need patrons’ support: bottle drives with the Girl Scouts, bake sales, ice pop sales at summertime events, and North Bridgton Haunted History Tours. The library welcomes new and old friends with your time and ideas.

Western Maine Fish & Game supper

HARRISON — The Western Maine Fish and Game Club is sponsoring a Public Supper on Saturday May 5 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Harrison Fire Station. The menu is soup, salad, stuffed chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, dessert, coffee, ice tea or lemonade.

The club will also hold a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to construct a new clubhouse, which will help the club to better serve the community with their youth programs and other services.

Suggested donation of $8 per meal will be greatly appreciated. Please support the club and enjoy the meal.

Saturday supper

CASCO — Music, merriment, and a meal — the Casco Village Church United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Road (Route 121) in Casco announces their Saturday Night Supper, set for Saturday, April 28, from 5 to 6 p.m. The menu is beans, casseroles, salads, rolls, and of course homemade pies. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children

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HARRISON — The Harrison Lutheran Cemetery Association will hold their annual meeting on Wednesday, May 9 at 7 p.m., at the home of Robert Heino on the Maple Ridge Road in Harrison. For more information, call 583-6645 after 5 p.m or 583-2877 during the day.

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All proceeds from the dinner will go toward providing this year’s Lake Region High School graduates with a chemical-free event following graduation on June 17.

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Bridgton Hospital implements hospitalist program calendar year.”

Before arriving at Bridgton Hospital, Dr. Carty worked as a hospitalist for four years. Here, she returned to primary care until making the change this past fall.

“I have enjoyed elements of both parts of my practice and will miss the relationships I have formed with many of my patients,” she said. “My decision to return to hospital-based medicine allows me to focus my energy, skills and experience on providing patients in the hospital with the best care possible.”

Dr. Carty sees the hospitalist program as a win-win situation for both the patient and physicians.

“There are many advantages to having a hospitalist program, most importantly is immediate access to quality medical care.

Physicians here at Bridgton Hospital really want to give the best care possible to our patients, whether in the office or in the hospital, but we can’t be in two places at once,” Dr. Carty said.

“When you are critically ill, you want to have a doctor immediately available to treat you, not in the office 20 minutes away.

On the other hand, if you have a cough and a fever, you may need

a same day office visit. Having your primary care physician working only in the office should improve your access to that provider when you need to be seen, while the hospitalist is available for all of your needs if you are admitted to the hospital.”

Frum pointed out that the hospitalist program also provides some “balance of life” for physicians.

“Doctors have families too, and would like to organize their work and their daily lives. The hospitalist program allows for balance for both the primary care physician and the hospitalist.

Both can get a better handle on their work week,” Frum said.

For the hospitalist program to work smoothly, Dr. Carty believes strong communication between all providers involved in the patient’s care is required.

“The hospitalist should communicate directly with the primary care provider during a patient’s hospital stay to make certain that he/she has a full understanding of what happened to the patient during his/her hospitalization,” she said.

Dr. Carty also sees the hospitalist program as a key recruiting tool as Bridgton Hospital seeks new physicians, as well as a

means to retain current primary care physicians.

Generally, rural hospitals do struggle to retain physicians and recruit new doctors, but Frum has found Bridgton Hospital has enjoyed “good staying power.”

“It’s a great testimony to the organization, to the offerings of this community, and livability of this area,” he said. “We’ve had better luck at longer-term staying power for our physicians.

That doesn’t mean we’re not subject to changes. Any facility will have turnover.”

Staffing changes Over the past few months, Bridgton Hospital has experienced a turnover in its physician group.

One internist decided to return to a larger-setting, opting to work at Central Maine Medical Center.

Two primary care physicians (Dr. Carty, being one) decided to become hospitalists.

A third physician left for a job in Portland.

“Physicians, much like anyone else in the work world, are making career decisions that best fit their needs. It’s the nature of an employed medical staff,” Frum said. “A generation or two

(Continued from Page A) programs, services and projects for the community.”

A motion by outgoing Chairman Arthur Triglione Sr. to take $50,000 from the Undesignated Fund Balance, or Surplus, failed, with the other four selectmen opposing it.

Last week, at their over fourhours long budget workshop, the five selectmen made it clear they were trying to be fair but firm, by making reductions in some proposed budget items and asking others — like United Ambulance and the Greater Bridgton-Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce — to justify why cuts to their requests should not be made.

United Ambulance Service — Paul Fillebrown, operations manager for United Ambulance, explained why that organization would have to possibly reduce staff and/or services, if their request was reduced by $9,000 down to $45,000 as recommended by the Bridgton Budget Advisory Committee.

Previously, the town and United had agreed to an annual reduction of $1,000 in the requested amount.

Fillebrown said the ambulance service’s calls for service have gone down, so a lower subsidy from the town of Bridgton would require United to reduce staff or make other adjustments.

“We do everything we can to keep the subsidy (from Bridgton) down,” Fillebrown said. Noting that surrounding towns pay a higher per capita rate than Bridgton, which has a per capita rate of $12.86, Fillebrown said United Ambulance had agreed

to an $11,000 drop in subsidy from Bridgton last year, after they took on calls for service in parts of the town of Harrison.

“Our goal is to have zero subsidy,” said Fillebrown said. He also pointed out that Medicare has reduced its level of reimbursement, while levels of service for certain transfers from hospitals to nursing homes have been downgraded. The town’s summertime population has been less, Fillebrown said, and the local hospital has more surgeries performed here, so there are less ambulance runs to Lewiston or Portland. All of these things combined, said Fillebrown, bring the need to keep the subsidy where it is right now.

“Our calls numbered 99 last month, and a busy month for us is 170 calls,” Fillebrown stated.

So, the five selectmen agreed to stay with the original plan of decreasing the United Ambulance Service subsidy by $1,000, not $9,000 as the BAC recommended.

Chamber of Commerce — Last week’s budget workshop saw Selectman Doug Taft take the Greater Bridgton-Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce to task for not providing better promotional services for Bridgton.

Since then, Taft and Chamber Executive Director Jim Mains had met and Taft said he appreciated Mains’ explanations and assurances. Mains responded to Taft’s comments from April 17.

The Budget Advisory had recommended funding all outside agencies, like the Chamber, at last year’s levels. Last week, the selectmen discussed reduc-

ing the request by $2,000. In the end, they voted to reduce the requested $7,000 by $1,000, down to $6,000.

Mains pointed out that of the 13 towns the Chamber serves, its total subsidies from those towns is $9,300 with $7,000 of that coming from Bridgton taxpayers. Bridgton businesses make up 51% of the Chamber’s membership, he said. The selectmen encouraged Mains and the rest of the Chamber to try to encourage other Lake Region towns like Naples to appropriate more, if they want the services offered by the Chamber of Commerce.

Reading from a prepared statement April 24, Mains said, “As a Chamber made up of business people we understand the need to improve and move forward. We are open to criticism and welcome the opportunity to hear how others feel we can do better. The main criticism we have heard from you is our lack of promoting tourism. Our understanding is that the budget committee and Board of Selectmen are recommending a reduction in our request for this reason. Let me make it very clear, this is a mistake and it is the wrong approach to take in these economic times...

Teamwork is the key here. And we have to ask these questions.

Who is on our team? And what makes that team successful?”

Team members, Mains said, include the Chamber along with all non-member Bridgton businesses, all residents of the town of Bridgton, the Bridgton Economic Development

Corporation, the Bridgton Community Development Committee and all of town government, particularly Anne Krieg, the town’s new director of planning, community and economic development.

Bridgton Community Center ­ — The selectmen voted to approve $71,500 for the Community Center — or roughly half way between the originally proposed $67,500 current level of funding and the $75,000 recommended by the BAC. A new Memorandum of Understanding will be drawn up between the town and the BCC. Chairman Triglione clarified that last week he did not say he wanted the Community Center to be on its own, but instead said he wanted the Community Center to own the building it uses that is currently owned by the town. It was a reporting error.

Moose Pond Trust Fund monies — Following a presentation by Blaine Chapman of the Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile Club on its purchase of a high-tech trail groomer, the selectmen voted to take $5,000 of the available Moose Pond Trust Fund monies for the maintenance of the newly-created Pondicherry Park. They then voted to split the remaining funds available — or $42,247 — between the Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group (BRAG) and the Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile Club. It was said at the meeting that state figures show snowmobiling brings in more revenue, overall, to the State of Maine than the skiing industry does.

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ago, an overwhelming majority of physicians were independent, not employed by hospitals.

Today, here in Maine, 65 to 70% of primary care physicians are employed by hospitals.”

Frum said Bridgton Hospital is “committed” to meeting the health care needs of the community, and he fully understands concerns residents may have as the result of the doctors’ departures.

“As CEO, I am extremely sensitive to the bond between the patient and provider. I realize when you have a change that can create concern in the community. No question, in a smaller community like ours, our physicians have stronger ties because they are part of the local fabric. We absolutely understand that when a provider moves on, it has an impact on the community. So when you have a transition, it absolutely creates a sense of urgency — ‘What do I do now as a patient?’ ‘I’ve known this doctor for X number of years and now I need to find another provider?’ This is where the institution comes in,” he said.

“We’re (BH) financially sound, and because we are sound, we are going to spend the resources to meet the primary care needs of the community.”

To address the departures, Bridgton Hospital has hired an external recruitment firm.

“We never stop recruiting, even when we don’t have turnover,” Frum added. “We realize we need to take a laser-like approach to add some providers.

Change is something that comes difficult for everyone. We can’t

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Average retail gasoline prices in Maine have fallen 4.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.94 per gallon Sunday. This compares with the national average that has fallen 4.2 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.85 per gallon, according to gasoline price website MaineGasPrices. com Including the change in gas prices in Maine during the past week, prices Sunday were 8.2 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 8.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has decreased 0.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 1.5 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago.

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change life and career decisions, but we can assure the needs of our community are met. We’re confident in this organization’s ability to change and evolve where the market is taking us to, as well as meeting the primary care needs of our community.”

Meanwhile, the hospital will lean on its relationship with Central Maine Medical Center to fill gaps until permanent solutions can be found. Internist Susan Paul has arrived, and will be at the hospital five days a week.

“An advantage of being part of a system allows us to secure someone immediately while we are recruiting for more permanent solutions,” Frum said. “If we were a stand-alone facility, that would be impossible.”

Always seeking ways to increase “access,” Bridgton Hospital plans to expand its highly successful Urgent Care program to six days a week, beginning June 18. The hospital has also added a variety of specialty services, again tapping into the CMMC pool of physicians, who travel here so residents can receive medical assistance locally.

“It is a very significant financial commitment for a small hospital (to offer a hospitalist program), but one we know will provide the highest, consistent quality of care that our patients expect and deserve,” Frum said.

“We continue to be the most cost-efficient hospital in the state and continue to be on the state’s ‘preferred provider’ list for providing quality in a cost-efficient fashion.”

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(Continued from Page A) “There is study after study that if you reduce variation, you improve quality. A key component of implementing a hospitalist program is to assure our inpatients are receiving consistency of care day in and day out,” Frum said. “If you have two or three hospitalists versus 15 or 20 different physicians attending to our inpatients, you reduce the variation and you create a higher consistency of care. Consistency and efficiency outweigh the historical model of a doctor following the patient through the whole system of care.”

Last October, Bridgton Hospital implemented the first phase of the hospitalist program by bringing onboard three doctors — Deanna Carty, Alan Verrill and Stephen Ward — to work the 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. shift, seven days a week. The next step will be to create nighttime coverage, Frum said. Until then, primary care physicians will manage admissions after 5:30 p.m.

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April 26, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page B

It Dawned on Me

by Dawn De Busk News Columnist

In-office humor goes wrong, public

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GOOD DAY TO FLY A KITE — Some people enjoyed last Thursday afternoon in the field at the end of Knight’s Hill Road in West Bridgton by flying kites. One girl kept her particularly colorful kite aloft for a long time.

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Two weeks ago, my dad opened the door to his Jeep, hopped up onto the rocker panel, and tried to heave a ladder up over his head and onto to the roof rack. Midway through the arc, the ladder got away from him and he lost his balance and pitched over backwards.

At 86, Dad isn’t as light on his feet as he used to be, and if this had been a gymnastics competition the judges would say that he blew the dismount.

Or, to be more precise, instead of sticking the landing on his feet, he crashed down onto his right arm and shoulder, both of which promptly shattered.

I called a few days later to see how he was getting on and found him in a Vicodin-induced stupor, still mentally afloat and attached to the world, but drifting around a bit: a little dinghy on too long a mooring line. His arm was killing him (it would spasm every time he moved) and he was having trouble sleeping (he spent his nights in a reclining chair because he couldn’t get out of bed without help). I drove down after work the following Friday to see what I could do to help and to cheer him up.

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I got in very late and found Dad slumped over awkwardly, dozing in the recliner in his living room, the History Channel blaring loudly, a cup of stale coffee on the table next to him, and his loyal dog at his feet. His arm and shoulder were in some sort of sling contraption, which immobilized everything but didn’t hide the trauma — the pneumatic swelling, the purplegreen discoloration, the obvious deformity. But he roused readily enough, smiled warmly when he saw me, and (figuratively) shrugged off the damage as mere inconvenience.

It’s desperately hard to watch your parents get older;

to see their energy, vitality and vibrancy ebb, to find the list of things they can do getting ever shorter. A couple of years ago, we told Dad, “No more chainsaws.” And now, it seems, we must add, “No more ladders on trucks.” Independence is indeed a fleeting thing.

And so I stayed with my dad for the weekend — and he needed help with everything: getting his meals, sorting out his meds, putting on his shirt, climbing in and out of the car, getting out of bed (he’d blow a whistle several times each night and I’d come downstairs to assist him).

Late on the last evening, Dad shuffled out of the bathroom.

“Pete, I need help,” he said.

His sweatpants hung low and

his slippers weren’t on quite right. His teeth and hearing aids were out and his glasses were cockeyed. He needed a bath and a shave and a hug. I followed him slowly back into the bathroom and stood with him by the sink. He looked down and asked quietly, “Can you wash my hands?” Because of the apparatus holding his arm and shoulder in place, he only had one free hand, and he just couldn’t manage it. As I ran the warm water, he took another halting step toward me and reached out his good hand. I took it in mine and gently worked up the lather with a bar of soap.

When I was a child, I was convinced that my dad could lift anything with those hands of his, could crush a brick, could drive nails with those big calloused paws, but now his fingers seemed delicate and the skin on his palm was baby-smooth, thin and almost translucent, like the skin of a grape. I took extra care for fear that I might slough it off LOVE, Page B

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It was wrong on so many levels.

To top it off, it went public. There it was, written in black and white. The carefully chosen words were so belittling to the human beings, whom those words poked fun at. By accident, those sentences took aim and injured.

Yet, I cannot sit in the seat of judgment without coming clean about my own behavior. I do not want to make a statement, and then have some skeletons come shaking out of my high and mighty walk-in closet.

First, what I am talking about is something that happened about four weeks ago. It happened, and, shortly afterward it vanished like the buzz of so many disappearing bees from their hives. The news went missing because President Obama was scheduled to arrive in Portland on the same evening Snoop Dog was performing at the Cumberland Civic Center. Coordinating traffic became the concern of the evening news broadcasts.

The incident happened when a group of Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) employees created a fake advertisement for a public-input meeting in Islesboro. Somehow and rather embarrassingly, that ad ran for real in the Bangor Daily News. It looked like a regular meeting advertisement, but the words were callously cruel. What is worse is that nobody caught it — not the MDOT, not the newspaper advertising folks, and not the BDN’s editing crew.

At first, when I glanced back at the different jobs I’ve had where other people or groups were the butt of the jokes shared among co-workers, I could not find any guilt on my part. Most times, I walked away as I don’t like to take part in gossip. A few times, I joined in — caught up in what seemed like humor at the moment.

Next, I challenged my memory banks to go back to that time when my written words hurt another person. I ended up at a junior high moment — in a typing class, where one girl talked us into typing really mean things to another girl. Julie Konzack became my best friend, and it wasn’t just based on the fact we disliked the same girl. Students from two towns traveled to the same junior high school that year. Julie did not have to twist our arms too hard to get Stacy Baun and me to agree to type the malicious words to Mya. I had extra ammunition because I knew that in first grade Mya had been bitten by a Saint Bernard, which almost severed an artery in her neck. We typed that we wished she had died.

I am ashamed to put this admission into words, but it evolved into a learning lesson. It was easy for the school officials to trace to our typewriters the hateful letters Mya had turned over to them.

We were spared a suspension for the act. We were forced to apologize for something that never should have been put on paper.

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Letters to the Editor

RV criticism

To The Editor: I first fell in love with Long Lake during the mid-1950s as a camper at Camp Woodlands.

I returned to my beloved lake, as a homeowner, during the late 80s, and have been coming back ever since. I have a vested interest in the lake’s integrity and preservation.

I live near the Kansas Road, and use it all the time. It is a dark, winding road, with no shoulders. The idea of the proposed campground with a density of 115 RVs, coupled with their watercraft and water toys both on that road, as well as on the lake, is unconscionable.

I appreciate Mr. Konigsberg is a member of Lakes Environmental Association (LEA), as am I. I appreciate he has a vested interest, not to mention a great deal of influence, in the community. However, the people who will use this facility and “party” for their week will have no vested interest in the community. They will leave us with their beer cans to clean up. This is very different than renting a cabin on the lake or staying at a B&B. I do appreciate this proposal may be good for area businesses, however, it is not good for the community, the lake or the environment.

My old dear Camp Woodlands, where I spent so many glorious Maine summers as a youth, how sad this would be.

Please, Maine Department of Environmental Protection, Bridgton Planning Board, along with the LEA — please, please, please vote this down!

Cathy Seligman Bridgton

Earth Day Success

To The Editor: On behalf of the Bridgton Community Center, I’d like to “thank” the following organizations for all their help on Sunday, Earth Day, here in Bridgton and around the world.

The cleanup went off without any bumps in the road and afterward the Bridgton Community Center fed volunteers, serving hot dogs, chips, pie and drinks.

This is due to the fine donation from Kirsten Wears, manager at Food City.

Over the four hours, 45 volunteers from the Bridgton Community Center, Lakes Environmental Association (LEA), Bridgton Lions Club, Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group (BRAG) and the Boy Scout Troup #149 raked, shoveled and picked up trash.

Many thanks go out to Mary Jewett of LEA for helping to organize Earth Day events; Carmen Lone of the Bridgton Community Center; John Martin, master kite maker, who showed kids how to make kites; Tom McCarthy for letting us use his trailer; and Mike Tarantino for use of his pickup truck and cooking a great meal.

All in all, this Earth Day was a great success thanks to the weather break we had from noon on until we finished. Hope to see more residents and volunteers out there next year. Thanks again!

Ken Murphy President Bridgton Community Center

History

To The Editor: Sir Winston Churchill once said, “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” I find these words chilling when I ponder that we now have a president who is leading the charge to “fundamentally transform America.” We might take a lesson from history by considering the Bolshevik

Opinions Party in 1917 Russia. Here are a few facts concerning that political party. They were aligned with the labor unions. They set up the Red Guard, their own private army. The Bolsheviks spread propaganda through its own newspaper (Pravda). This party engaged in class warfare, pitting the “haves” against the “have nots.” The Bolsheviks spoke fancy slogans such as “Bread, peace, land,” promising many things to the people. The Bolsheviks were led by a brilliant speaker with an iron will.

The party worked to destroy capitalism and socialize industry.

Does this sound familiar?

In this country today, we have the Democratic Party, which has aligned itself with the labor unions. The Democrats have embraced a private army called the “Occupy Movement.” The Democrats enjoy the protection of their own version of Pravda, a news media that is a propaganda arm of the party, promoting the liberal agenda by overstating positive news and failing to report the negative. Both the “Occupy Movement” and the Democrats promote class warfare. The former does so with its 1% and 99% rhetoric, the latter by saying, “The wealthy are not paying their fair share,” or “are becoming rich at the expense of the poor.” The Democratic Party promises us “hope and change,” and is led by a brilliant speaker with an iron will. The Democrats are working to eradicate the “evils of capitalism,” using the financial crisis to socialize large companies. The Democrats have given the government control of General Motors, and thanks to the Democrats, our government will soon be the masters of another 15% of the economy when their takeover of the health care system is finalized.

Now, consider this! Despite its promise to bring “hope and change” for the people of Russia, the Bolshevik Revolution led to over 70 years of government oppression. It’s frightening to think what effect these same activities will have on the

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Perhaps, we should pause and soberly consider Winston Churchill’s warning about repeating history.

Jim Mansfield Bridgton­

Babysitters

To The Editor: It is with great pride that I write to you regarding the 12 girls and one boy who took an American Red Cross Babysitting Class on April 16-17 at the Bridgton Community Center.

I was the American Red Cross instructor of the babysitting class and I couldn’t be more proud.

I can honestly tell you the children were eager to learn, but most importantly they were the most polite, intelligent, thoughtful and kind children I have ever taught. The class as a whole was very serious about learning how to babysit. Some were there because they had cousins to babysit while others were there because of younger siblings to care for.

It was refreshing and exciting to see their little faces light up when they each got to hold their baby dolls, which would be theirs for only eight hours.

Each student held their practice clients on their laps very carefully. When it came to feeding, diapering and performing other skills, the dolls were treated with the utmost respect. The children even wanted to take the dolls outside when they had a break!

My only regret is that we did not have the money to let each child take home their cute baby dolls. It was a community effort and I am so proud of our community pulling together to make this happen but even prouder of the children who took the course!

Deborah Ripley, American Red Cross Babysitting Instructor

GOP Response

will attempt to apply James 1:19 (quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry…).

But I have to ask what book the Reverend (Robert Plaisted) uses to guide his theology due to his tirade of last week?

The good Reverend calls conservatives: hostile (twice), farright, knuckleheads, stupid, warwagers, spin-doctors, extremist and blind. Wow, and this from a man of God? But why the vitriol? What unimaginable human suffering in America could cause a man of God such turmoil as to call conservatives such horrid names?

Oh yeah, women’s “health care.”

Specifically: contraception. We all know having to purchase one’s own contraception is enshrined in the Constitution and those mean, nasty, stupid conservatives are denying a Constitutional right — oh, it’s not in the Constitution?

Therefore, it must be some unenshrined human right that most of us are just unaware of — right?

Let’s explore the Reverend’s arguments.

First: It wasn’t the conservatives who brought up the issue of contraception. Those of us who listen and watch know it began during theABC Republican debate when George Stephanopoulos asked Mitt Romney if he thought states had the right to ban contraception. Literally, everyone in America was dumfounded by the question as it wasn’t part of any narrative but was a hit job aimed at Santorum. The left sees abortion as a loosing issue now, so to bolster the women’s vote, they shifted the meme — period.

Second: Rep. Darrell Issa did hold a congressional hearing where a prominent woman was to speak on women’s health issues. Sandra Fluke was her last minute replacement and deemed

by Issa and several Democrats to be unqualified to speak. Not to be deterred, the following day the liberals held a press conference made to look like a congressional hearing and allowed Fluke to whine, not about women’s health issues, but that she was just having too much sex to afford her own contraception. Yes. Rush Limbaugh called her what she is and that is just too much truth for liberals to bear.

Third: Rep. Allen West half jokingly called the Congressional Progressive Caucus communists.

Listen to whole clip Reverend.

Also, do some homework.

Research the 1963 Communists Agenda for America and tell us they haven’t succeeded in 98% of their mission. Better yet, study it and tell us you either agree with their agenda or publicly disavow them. Then, we’ll all know where you stand on America and our Christian values that you proudly display in your personal title.

As uncomfortable as the truth is, it’s necessary now more than ever in our wounded republic.

I take offense at Rev. Plaisted’s excuses for immorality and irresponsibleness, both individually and as a nation. We must tell the truth and have the courage to declare it when others refuse, regardless of their title(s).

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Know your food, know your fishermen

In recent years, the phrase “Know your food, know your farmer” has taken on special significance as more and more people become concerned with where their food comes from.

As we’ve seen here in Maine — a state with rising acres of agricultural land and decreasing age of farmers — that ethic is returning incredible benefits.

Go no further than your local farmers market to see how good it feels and tastes to buy your food directly from the person who harvested it.

The question is: how can we use this momentum to benefit our fishermen? A promising approach called communitybased fishing shows hope that we can.

In many ways, the recent history of our fishermen shares a lot with that of farmers. For centuries, family farms fed our communities until recent decades forced small operations to close in favor of large industrial producers. The result has been the decline of the family farm, an increase in public health issues, and a general disconnect with the food we eat.

The plight of fishermen has many parallels. Fishing has always been the hub of our coastal communities, but recent decades have seen the number of boats on the water dwindle.

Imports from other countries have flooded the seafood market and reduced wild fish stocks have brought on conditions that make it difficult for many fishermen to make a living.

What’s left of the fishing

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fleet is quickly being consolidated into fewer vessels, putting the small-scale fishermen — and the communities they support — in danger. And when we buy fish at the grocery store today, much of it comes from across the globe rather than the wharf just down the road.

The local-food movement has breathed new life into the diversified family farm — and it can do the same for the fourth-generation fisherman. Communitybased fishing picks up on localfood ethics by creating networks to help fishermen sell directly to their customers and promote the value of sustainable fisheries.

A great example of how this works right here in Maine is the Port Clyde Fresh Catch coop. Three years ago, commercial fishermen in Port Clyde faced dual challenges. Not only did regulations no longer allow them to catch as many fish as they once could, but having to sell to a distributor yielded them less return for the catch they did bring back to the dock.

They decided to turn these challenges into an opportunity.

By forming a co-op to package and sell their fish, they were able to set a higher price for themselves while catching

fewer fish. At once, they made local fisheries more sustainable and more profitable while bringing the highest quality seafood to consumers’ tables.

The co-op has continued to flourish since its start, selling products through farmers markets, community-supported fishery shares, and individual orders. Just as with locally grown vegetables, the food is fresher and comes with the knowledge that its sale will support the community and help our neighbors who make their living on the water.

This movement isn’t without its challenges, however.

Community-based operations have faced hurdles in marketing, crumbling infrastructure, diminished waterfront access, and competition from countries that don’t exercise the same sustainability standards With several partners from Maine, a new group has formed to confront some of these challenges — the Community Fisheries Network. Among its goals are helping community fisheries market their products, being an information exchange for businesses dealing with shared difficulties, providing a voice for sustainable and small-

scale fishermen on a national level, and spreading awareness to the public about the value gained by knowing where our fish comes from.

Two bills I have introduced would build on this work. The Local Farms, Food and Jobs Act would allow people to use food stamps on local community-supported fisheries shares.

And the Keeping America’s Waterfronts Working Act would help communities preserve and expand their working waterfront infrastructure.

Maine communities have always prided themselves on their connection to our treasured marine resources. I hope the momentum of communitybased fishing can continue not only to keep that maritime tradition alive, but to make it thrive once again. As with the localfarm movement, it will ultimately be consumers who make it happen with their desire to eat food that is not only healthy for themselves but also for their communities.

Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin News Columnist

Ignorance vs. stupid A lot of reaction to the “How Stupid Are We?” column last week, including one comment quoting the late George Carlin, “Just think of how stupid the average person is, and then realize that half of them are even stupider.”

That would be “more stupid,” George, not “stupider,” but it wasn’t a good choice of words on my part either. “Ignorant” would be more accurate a word than stupid. Stupid means unable to learn. Ignorant means not having an opportunity to learn, or worse — refusing to learn.

Jay Leno showcases popular ignorance with his “Jaywalking” series, stopping people on the sidewalk and asking questions

Love without words

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Dad stood next to me, small, elderly, bent and in pain. Tired. A little unsteady. It was late and we were alone. A shadowy bluish light flickered from a late-night movie in the other room. The dog lay fast asleep on a rug. The only sound was the gentle splashing in the sink.

Telling my dad that I love him has always come easily, the words flowing warmly like water from an open faucet. But on this night, as I carefully washed his old hands in his old sink and looked into his old weary eyes, I didn’t have to say a thing.

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like, “In what country is the Panama Canal?” and they don’t know. He asks “What countries border the United States?” and people guess “Australia?” On and on it goes.

Schools issue diplomas, degrees and certificates to people who have satisfactorily completed a prescribed course of study.

I can’t tell you how many small business people complained to me as a local teacher that young people who have graduated from local high schools could not fill out simple job applications or read a ruler on a job site. They paid a big portion of our property taxes, which funded our schools and they were angry.

Colleges are no better.

Admission standards are so weak that a big percentage of freshmen must take remedial English and math courses for no credit. As long as applicants have high school diplomas and qualify for federal grants and subsidized loans, they’re in.

Many enroll in watered-down, pointless majors such as “Gender Studies,” “Fashion Design” and courses like “Cyberfeminism” (Cornell) and “The Science of Superheroes” (UC Irvine) that cost thousands. When I saw signs and interviews of people at “Occupy” demonstrations last fall complaining about their student loan debt, I wondered what it was they had studied. If they majored in Women’s Studies and couldn’t find a job, whose fault is that?

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to change a piece of spending legislation without vetoing the whole measure. Although given the power to issue a line-item veto in 1995, until this past

by Bill Diamond weekend none of our governors State Senator, D-Windham have used it.

When the legislature adjourned in the early hours of Saturday morning, I thought I had seen the last of this latest supplemental budget. It was (and still is in my opinion) a good compromise. It had been approved by a large margin in Under the Maine Constitution, money; they cannot change any the House, and the vote was a a governor has the power to language in a bill. unanimous 35-0 in the Senate. alter individual dollar amounts Over-riding a line-item veto It came as something of a surin a spending bill. This is called only requires a simple major- prise to me, then, when I heard a line-item veto, and it is a very ity, not the 2/3 needed for a limited authority. They can only regular veto. This power was change dollar amounts, and they given to the governor through cannot do it in a way that would an amendment to the constiresult in a deficit to the budget. tution in 1995, and it gives (Continued from Page B) A line-item veto only applies to the governor more flexibility out there. The biggest default danger, however, is the United States itself. As a republic, our leaders are elected by the people. Stupid people elect stupid

By Stan Cohen equipment. You can keep the leaders. Beginning with the New Medicare Volunteer equipment for two additional Deal, accelerating during the Counselor years as long as it is still medi- Great Society, and culminating Durable medical equip- cally necessary. During this with Hope and Change, those ment (DME) is covered under time, your supplier must keep leaders made promises they Medicare Part B. DME includes your equipment in good work- couldn’t keep. Voters believed items like walkers, wheel- ing condition and provide sup- them, which brings us to the chairs, power scooters, hospi- plies, parts and maintenance biggest indicator of collective tal beds, diabetes self-testing free of charge in most cases. American stupidity: our steady equipment and supplies, home You may be charged a fee under march to bankruptcy.

Most people stop believing in oxygen equipment and certain certain circumstances nebulizers.

Items used for convenience Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny In most cases, Medicare rather than medical necessity and the Tooth Fairy by about won’t cover medical supplies, generally aren’t covered. These third grade. By the end of fourth such as catheters, that are dis- include stairway elevators, grab grade, Americans used to know posable and thrown away after bars, and bathtub and toilet basic arithmetic until the federal use. An exception to this is seats — anything that can tech- government began “fixing” pubthat Part B does cover lan- nically be used by people who lic education. We cannot depend cets and test strips for diabe- have no medical condition. If on that being true anymore, but tes. Another exception to this in doubt, call Medicare at 800- I think we can still say that a majority know it by the end of rule is that if you qualify for 633-4227. eighth grade. Why then does a Medicare-covered home health Stan Cohen, a Medicare majority of Americans continue care, Medicare may cover cer- Volunteer Counselor, is avail- to elect and reelect leaders in tain disposable items, such as able for free, one-on-one con- Washington who borrow or print intravenous supplies, gauze or sultations at Bridgton Hospital 40 cents of every dollar they catheters. on Tuesdays from 8:30 to 11 spend?

For oxygen equipment, after a.m. No appointment is necKnowing that basic arithyour 36-month rental period essary. Alternatively, call the metic, how can a majority of ends, you will no longer have Southern Maine Agency on Americans continue to believe to pay a rental fee, but the sup- Aging (800- 427-7411) and ask the federal government can borrow and print money for decades plier will continue to own the for a Medicare advocate. into the future to pay unfunded mandates in Social Security and WYONEGONIC POINT Medicare approaching $100 trillion? It defies logic.

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on Saturday that the governor had chosen this budget to issue the first line-item veto in Maine history. He used this power to eliminate additional funding for the state’s General Assistance program, as well as some funding for the state’s psychiatric hospitals, for fiscal year 2013, which begins on July 1, 2012.

The legislature only has a limited time to deal with lineitem vetoes. To meet the deadline, we would have had to vote to over-ride them before we were scheduled to meet again on May 15. There are only two ways for the legislature to meet VETO, Page B

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man who could give us anything we wanted, magically. As long as we behaved, he would grant our requests. We started to have doubts about him in first or second grade when we questioned the likelihood of an old man with flying reindeer and a flying sleigh delivering all those toys around the world in one night.

We still wanted to believe it though, so we pushed the doubts away. Our parents wanted us to believe it too so they reinforced the myth with ever more elaborate explanations of how it really was possible and we should keep on believing it.

Politicians do that too. They insist that people can retire at 65 with full benefits and free medical care for 25 years until death at 90 or so. President Obama and congressional Democrats assert the only thing that might derail the gravy train is tax cuts for greedy rich people.

When Congressman Paul Ryan pokes holes in the myth of Social Security’s and Medicare’s sustainability, when he says we cannot believe the Santa ClausDemocrats we sense that he’s right, but we don’t want to give up the myth. We know it’s stupid, but we really, really want to believe it — so we do. Will a stupid majority reelect stupid leaders in November? Time will tell.

As Forrest Gump put it, “Stupid is as stupid does.”

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired U.S. History teacher. He can be reached at tommclaughlin@fairpoint.net

Back in the Day

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53 years ago in The Bridgton News 53 Years Ago in The Bridgton News, April 1959: • An excerpt from the Bridgton High School column: The Home Economics girls were given a very interesting and instructive talk last night on laundering and care of wash and wear garments. They learned from Mrs. Richan of Central Maine Company that unless instructions are followed carefully there may be disappointing results in the care of these garments. She also gave very pertinent facts about soap powder and detergents and their use in the automatic washers, comparing the use of different types of washers and dryers.

• Announcement: A nationwide Civil Defense alert will be held tomorrow. The alert will be given in Bridgton at 11:30 a.m. and continue until 8 p.m.

At 1:15 p.m., the public alarm will be sounded in Bridgton, South and North Bridgton. The Civil Defense police will man their posts at this time and stop all traffic for a period of 10 minutes. All persons on the street will take shelter in the nearest building for this 10minute period. The head deputy of each group will report to the Bridgton High School building at 1 p.m. (next day) to acquaint themselves as to how the alert was operated.

• Editorial: We owe the American Legion organization an apology for the manner in which a contributed column in last week’s NEWS was presented. For the purpose of attracting attention, the author was unnecessarily antagonistic and not very logical in his con-

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clusions. The column entitled “Sez Who? Sez I!” attacked the Legion’s attitude of criticism and opposition to the United Nations Organization. Such a point of view is permissible, as far as we are concerned, but labeling such a policy as proCommunistic solely because Russia has the same attitude is not only weak, but grossly unfair. The writer also urged Legion members to drop their membership on the basis of anti-U.N. policy, which is of course ridiculous. The net result was that local Legion members, quite naturally shocked by such an unprovoked attack, drew the conclusion that the NEWS had suddenly adopted an anti-Legion attitude, which is not the case. We regret having released the article for publication, since the only apparent result was the creation of hard feelings.

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(Continued from Page B) an activity on the company’s dime, on the taxpayers’ dime.

Still, even if everyone had clocked out and the staff members responsible for this were doing it during their lunch hour it was wrong. Obviously, it is not nice to ridicule others.

People do not like to feel stupid in the light of another’s intelligent ramble. Likely, this series of events will result in some longtime pain for those who were targeted by the joke.

I am angry at the advertising department who did not give this the once over, and the editorial staff who did not proof those pages — stories and ads — before the newspaper went to press. I would hold the same axe of criticism to the back of my neck if that had happened on my watch.

Then, I saw the story on the TV news, so yes, it really happened. An immediate public apology presented itself as the next logical and official step. The MDOT commissioner appeared before a reporter’s microphone for less than 10 seconds to profess how sorry everyone was. And, I believed him.

I hope MDOT officials don’t fire anyone over this incident.

The embarrassment is punishment enough. Let them keep their jobs in this hard economy and learn from the experience.

However, that might pan out, which is something I cannot predict.

I can reveal the past, but not the future.

So, what happened after my forced apology? A week later, Stacy, along with two other North Kenai girls, had turned against me. When I arrived at my locker in the morning, one of the girls walked by and shoved me into the mean metal while Stacy stood on the sidelines silently cheering it on.

What did I do? I quietly found new friends at lunchtime, and Stacy became a person of the past. It hurt at the time, but I gradually let go of any grudge against her.

Junior high is not the kindest of times. I would hope as adults, sooner or later, we learn to shed like a snake’s skin that desire to hurt others.

More importantly, I hope those who have been offended will forgive. The good relations of a future bridge project rely on a clean slate. It is an act that is right on all levels. However, forgiveness can be as difficult to force as a sincere apology.

Opinions

April 26, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page B

Helping Americans with high energy costs

Views from Augusta

As winter turns to spring here in Maine, we look forward to warmer days and nights. This will be welcome news to those of us who heat our homes with heating oil. Since 2004, heating oil has increased from an average price of $1.93 per gallon to the current level of more than $3.85 per gallon.

For more than 25 years, one of our most effective tools to help less-fortunate households and senior citizens keep warm during the winter has been the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP. Last year, LIHEAP assisted some eight million households nationwide; nearly 50,000 were in Maine.

This federal block grant program to the states has proven itself to be both well run and invaluable.

Moreover, the funds invested in

by Paul LePage Governor of Maine

Views from Senate

by Susan Collins United States Senator

LIHEAP help stimulate the economy, generating $1.13 in economic activity for every dollar in benefits paid, according to a recent economic analysis.

It is critical that Congress confront challenging fiscal decisions, and we need to work together to address our country’s deficit in a manner that will promote job growth and economic recovery. However, as our country has struggled with a weak

economy and a high jobless rate, more and more people live in poverty. As energy costs have increased, LIHEAP funding has been an important lifeline that helps prevent people from having to choose between heating their home, paying their bills, or going without food or medicine.

The president originally proposed to cut the level of LIHEAP funding in half in fiscal year 2012. Despite bipartisan efforts to restore much of the funding, the overall level was eventually cut by 25%. As a result, the average amount paid to recipients was reduced, presenting a real

• SHORELINE RESTORATION •

ENERGY, Page B

Environmental commitment

This past weekend, many Mainers headed outdoors and celebrated Earth Day. For many Maine employers, Earth Day isn’t just one day a year, but a constant commitment to our natural resources and ensuring a sustainable economy.

This past week, I was proud to join Maine Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Patricia Aho to present my Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence to six such stewards.

The re-launching of the first state-sponsored environmental awards given out in nearly a decade is one of many ways DEP is enhancing its culture of cooperation while still preserving the pristine quality of our environment that makes Maine the place where so many people want to live, work and play. Whether it is improving the timeliness of its permit processing, providing expanded technical assistance or enacting common sense regulatory reform, DEP is now better serving those it regulates.

This is critical, because while the state can be a source of support, it is Maine employers and people initiating the innovation

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Back in the Day: 53 years ago in The News

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(Continued from Page B) ters on integration. I’m sorry that I overlooked them in my own papers, but from the tone of the responses they are well worth looking into. I’d be willing to guess that if you asked any anti-integrationist exactly why he feels the way he does, he could give no valid answer.

More than likely, their parents handed this dislike onto them along with their religion and political beliefs. It is not the Negro who is inferior — it is the “superior whites” who have not taken the time to acquaint themselves with Negroes either as individuals or as a race for had they done so they would have found no difference whatsoever save for color of skin.

Trite as this sounds, it is trite because it is true. If we would

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Bridgton – Spectacular Mt. Washington views from this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Ranch. 5-stall horse barn with riding arena, inground pool and pool house. $449,900.

Russ Sweet 939-2938 (MLS 1039003) Directions: Rt. 302 to Beaver Creek Farm Rd., follow to home.

Bridgton – Private 3+ acres. 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape, full basement, granite countertops, hardwood floors. Surrounded by stonewalls and blueberry bushes! A must see. $267,000.

Kate Loverin, 776-8589 (MLS 1020958) Directions: Rt. 117 toward Harrison, left onto Middle Ridge. At stop sign continue on to Upper Ridge Rd. Approx. 1 mi. on right, #741 on post.

Bridgton – Nice home with water and mountain views, public access… without the waterfront price! Great for year round or vacation getaway. $199,000.

Wendy Gallant 615-9398 (MLS 1038249) Directions: From So. Bridgton, on Rt. 117, proceed 3 mi. to Woods Pond Beach. Property opposite beach area.

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Sunday, April 29 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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Harrison – Fabulous East Shore Long Lake cottage. Open concept, granite kitchen, wood floors, wide water views and finished basement. A must see! $549,900.

Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane 838-5555 (MLS 1045265) Directions: Rt. 35 to Harrison just before Village, property on left. Directly across the street from the Town Hall entrance.

Naples – Conveniently located 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with 4-season sunroom and deck with hot tub to enjoy lake views! Great assoc. beach and boat slip on Brandy Pond. $360,000.

Nancy Hanson, 838-8301 (MLS 1041218) Directions: Rt. 302 (Roosevelt Trail), turn on Bay Village Rd. (between Bray’s Brewpub and real estate office), second home on left.

Naples – Boat, swim, hike, fish, ski or relax and simply enjoy 4 seasons from this well-kept townhouse. End unit, deeded boat slip on Brandy Pond. $239,900.

Lauri Shane Kinser 310-3565 (MLS 1006650) Directions: Rt. 302 (Roosevelt Trail), to Winsor Green on right. Follow straight to #29 Winsor Green Rd. on right.

Sunday, April 29 12 noon to 3 p.m.

Saturday, April 28 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Sunday, April 29 10 a.m. to 12 noon

Naples – Exceptional home with Brandy Pond access. Wood, tile floors, radiant heat, deck, pool, hot tub.

Heated garage with 1000 sq. ft. storage above. $599,900.

Kathy Sweet 939-2705 (MLS 1045932) Directions: Rt. 302 to Naples. Left onto Colony Lane. First home on right.

Naples – Attractive and well-cared-for Ranch on .5-acre lot with water rights on Sebago Harbor. Private water and septic. 2-car garage with apartment. $188,700.

Wendy Gallant, 615-9398 (MLS 1041880) Directions: At Naples Causeway go to Lakehouse Rd. Go 2 mi., left onto Gore Rd. approx. 1 mi. to No Name Rd. on left (at mailboxes). Follow right to property.

Waterford – General Store with 2-bedroom Apt. on 2nd floor. Great investment opportunity. New well, roof, heating.

Shown by appointment only. $95,000.

Wendy Gallant, 615-9398 (MLS 1022989) Directions: From Bridgton, Rt. 117 toward Harrison to Rt. 37 on left. Through Waterford Village to #1218 on left. From Norway, Rt. 118 to Waterford, left onto Rt. 37, 1/2 mile. Property on right.

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exhibit a little more neighborly love and kindness as taught by our Greatest Teacher, this tremendous national problem would cease to be. Eva Burkett, Dorchester, Mass.

• Casco High School column: The boys, handicapped by one bandaged hand, opposed the girls in a basketball game which the girls won easily. At the same time, the junior boys defeated their fathers.

• New England Telephone and Telegraph Company advertisement: “I feel like the kitten…that liked the cream since I got my new kitchen extension

Veto

(Continued from Page B) outside of its schedule. The first is for the governor to call them in, but that is not likely in this situation. The other is for a majority of both parties in the legislature to request that we reconvene. A poll was taken, and this threshold was not met, so the governor’s vetoes will stand.

I feel that this is an unfortunate turn of events. The legislature should have addressed this directly and done so as soon as possible. Individual legislators could have then chosen to support the vetoes or not as they saw fit. Not voting on these vetoes at all sets a bad precedent, and weakens the authority and credibility of the legislature as one of the three branches of government. It will be interesting to see what lessons future governors and legislators take from this inaction.

I welcome your comments about this or any other issue, so if you would like to get in touch with me, you can call my office at the State House at 287-1515 or visit my website, www.mainesenate.org/diamond to send me an e-mail.

Senator Bill Diamond is a resident of Windham, and serves the District 12 communities of Casco, Frye Island, Raymond, Standish, Windham and Hollis.

telephone. So convenient…so step-saving! Makes you feel like purring with pleasure. And so easy to order — just call your Telephone Business Office.

Talk over the colors you’d like, and whether you’d like the wall model or the table model. Only 32¢ a week, tax included, after one-time initial charges.”

These editorials, articles and advertisements were culled from The Bridgton News archives at the Bridgton Historical Society, 5 Gibbs Avenue. Visit www. bridgtonhistory.org for museum hours and schedules of events held at the in-town museum and at the historic Narramissic farmhouse in South Bridgton.

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Newer construction on peaceful 6-acre wooded lot. Energy-efficient, spray foam insulation, prepped for solar! Seasonal views of Mt. Washington, 3BR, 2BA, 2-car garage, granite,stainless steel appliances, custom tile shower, radiant heat. Fryeburg Academy school district!!! $319,000

3BR, 3.5BA, easy single-floor living, open concept, granite countertops, 3-car garage with radiant heat, finished daylight walkout basement. 200 ft. of deeded water access to Highland Lake; boat slip availability.

Great location, close to all amenities! $299,000.

Like-new, 3BR, 2BA, 3 finished levels, spacious kitchen w/granite and stainless steel, stone fireplace, hardwood/tile throughout, master suite w/large walk-in closets, jacuzzi tub, 4-season retreat w/privacy! Located beside Shawnee Peak! $299,000

Immaculate 2002 Cape on 9.3 acres, private, 4BR, 2.5BA, master bedroom suite, great landscaping plus large lawn, unfinished walkout daylight basement, paved driveway. Minutes to town and all amenities. $199,000

3.33 acres overlooking pristine Mt. Washington in upscale paved subdivision.

Peaceful setting, 20+ acres of open green space. Fryeburg Academy School District!! $92,500

Must see!! 150' of privately-owned water frontage on peaceful Granger Pond. 2.2 acres, sloped lot. Great location, close and convenient to all amenities including: Stone Mountain Art Center, ITS Snowmobile Trails, Ski Resorts, Lakes, Golf and much more. $80,750

Commercial development opportunity to own 1.88 acres and 140' of road frontage w/high visibility and high traffic count on Rt. 302. Endless possibilities and ideal location in a rapidly-growing businessfriendly community. $135,000

Classifieds

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 $6.25 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.

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.

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HELP WANTED

WORK WANTED

GARDENER — Looking for individual to work part-time originating and managing gardens and/or assisting on advising present staff of gardeners. Flexible hours. E-mail sshea@sj-services.com or write and mail to SJ-Services, 20 Locust St., Danvers, Mass. 01923.

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GOTC’HA COVERED — Painting. Interior, exterior, deck-staining, power-washing, quality workmanship at affordable rates. Free estimates.

Kevin 693-3684.

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HOME REPAIR — /Maintenance.

Excavation, light tree service, camp openings. 30+ years experience. Fully CONCRETE FOUNDATION insured with references. Call Scott at — Workers needed. Experience pre- 207-890-6820, leave message. 8t12x ferred. Driver’s license required. Call 647-5940. tf16 ONE PLUS ONE — House cleaning services, and custom-made curtains or SNAP/EBT MANAGER — position draperies. Reasonable rates and excelat the Bridgton Farmers’ Market for lent references. Call 647-2458 or 595an outgoing, detail-oriented volunteer. 5100.

4t16x The EBT worker will run the EBT machine, manage the bookkeeping SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR (we will train you). Monetary stipend — looking for plumbing and electric and credit with many of the vendors work in the local area. Call 647-8026. tf45 for free products. Approximately six hours a week. Begins June 2, 2012 FOR SALE through October. Hours: Saturdays 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more information e- $5 FOR TATTERED – U.S. Flag mail Bridgtonfarmersmarket@gmail. when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x com or send a letter of interest to 5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, tf46 Heather Silvia, P.O. Box 171, North Windham, 893-0339.

Bridgton, Maine 04057.

1t17 USED REFRIG/FREEZER — Side DISHWASHER NEEDED — No by side, 6-year-old Maytag. Good experience necessary. Apply in person condition, clean. $300 or best offer.

1t17x at Merced’s, Naples, Me. tf17 Call 939-6960.

FRONT DESK CLERK — We need a front desk clerk for a family inn (timeshare) located in Stoneham, Maine. Must be reliable, willing to work flexible shifts including days, nights and weekends. Must be proficient with computers and able to multitask regarding front desk responsibilities, and assist with light laundry duties. Please send resumes to margcrown@rogers.com or call 207-9283300.

1t17 MACHINIST WANTED — for some production, tooling and experimental work. Prefer experience in deep hole drilling, lathework, milling, machine and trepanning with both large and small products. Must be versatile and have common sense.

Send resume to: Machinist, P.O. Box 310, Fryeburg, ME 04037.

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DAY CARE

CATERPILLAR CLUBHOUSE — Childcare has full/part-time slots BN 17 open for ages 6 weeks-10 years.

Individualized curriculum, meals and HELP WANTED snacks provided. Over 180 hours in POSITIONS AVAILABLE — (3) early childhood development as well camp counselors (minimum age as degree in K-12 education. 595required 16). Positions will require 8 to 5209.

8t10x 10 hours a day Monday through Friday, WORK WANTED July 2nd - August 17 and orientation the week of June 25th. The deadline for all EXCAVATING – Have hoe, will applications is May 4th at 4 p.m. 2t17 travel. Site work, foundations dug, KITCHEN STAFF NEEDED — back filling, septic systems, sand, Cooks, dishwashers for Bridgton sum- loam, gravel. Call Brad Chute, 653tf44 mer camp. Work ethic and good atti- 4377 or 627-4560. tude required. Meals provided. Contact: LAWN CARE, TREE WORK — light joelg@frontierenergy.org or 207-215- trucking and more. Call for more info 8543.

2t17x and rates. 553-0169, 583-2595. 4t14x

Now Hiring Part-Time Housekeeper

FOR RENT

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

FIREWOOD — Seasoned or green. BRIDGTON — Roommate wanted Cut, split and delivered. Call Wendell in a quiet neighborhood. New home, Scribner at 583-4202.

10t8x includes all utilities, own private bath. $500 a month, no pets. 207-595GENTLY USED BABY CRIB — 2969.

4t16x with mattress. Excellent condition. $75. 452-2785.

2t16x NORTH BRIDGTON — Nice onebedroom apartment, easy access, great DRY FIREWOOD — $250 a cord, location. Non-smokers, no pets. $650 cut, split & delivered. Call 583-4694. per month, heat included. 617-272 9t9x 6815.

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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.

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FOR RENT

BRIDGTON — Furnished 1-bedroom apartment. Heat & utilities included. $200 per week plus security deposit. Call 647-3565. tf38 CASCO — Completely furnished rooms, heat, lights & cable TV included. $120 weekly. No pets. Call cell, 207-650-3529. tf44

NORTH BRIDGTON — Nice one-bedroom apartment, great location, non-smokers, no pets. $650 per BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE month, heat included. 617-272-6815.

4t14 — dining room table and chairs. $2,000. Call 803-2041 for an appoint- WEST BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom ment. tf16 apartment available, $650 month & FIREWOOD — Cut, split, delivered, security deposit. Includes heat. No $165 a cord green, $210 dry. Two pets. No smoking. 1-year lease, 1years old. Loose cord. 595-4016. 2t17 month security deposit. 207-4504271. EHO tf17 PLEASE CONSIDER – donating LOVELL — Very large apartment: your leftover garage sale items and your attic, basement and closet over- 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath, and flow to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. living room with fireplace in new Go to our website www.harvesthills. carriage house. $995 month includes org for details or call 935-4358, ext. electricity, laundry hookup, and 50% 21 tf3 of heat. Quiet with mountain views and Kezar Lake access. No pets/ no FIRE­ARMS – Sup­plies. Buy, sell, smoking. 1 year lease/first and secutrade. Wan­ted, firearms, ammunition rity deposit/reference check required. & mili­tary items. Swe­den Trad­ing (207) 925-6586.

4t14x Post. 207-647-8163. tf43 NAPLES — 1-bedroom apartment CEMETERY LOT FOR SALE on Sebago Lake. Small year-round — Lakeside Cemetery, Casco Village, 1st floor. Must be very quiet, no dogs.

10’-x-30’, 974-6953.

2t16x $500 a month plus utilities, security deposit and references. 693-3182.

CAMPERS FIREWOOD — ½ 2t17 cord loads. Please call Ron at 6475173 between 5 and 8 p.m. Thank SEBAGO — 1-bedroom mobile you.

23t17x home. Private setting, beach rights. 30 minutes to Portland. New washer & FREE FREE FREE FREE — Metal dryer and 40-gallon hot water heater. removal - we also clean out base- $650 month plus utilities. Deposit ments, attics and garages. 207-651- & reference required. Call 207-8383173.

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2t17x SCREENED LOAM — Please contact Ron between 5 and 8 p.m. 6475173.

19t17x HILLTOP FIREWOOD — Seasoned, $220 cord delivered. Call for details, 890-9300. tf20 17’-FOOT GRUMMAN — aluminum canoe, including paddles. Good condition. First $100. 647-3580. 1t17x SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL — Logger and heat with carbon neutral wood or wood pellets. Purchase a Central Boiler outdoor wood furnace on sale, EPA qualified to 97% efficient.

603-447-2282.

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BRIDGTON’S PREMIER BED & BREAKFAST ABOVE SCENIC HIGHLAND LAKE

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BRIDGTON STUDIO — Sunny 3rd floor. Heat, hot water, trash, snow removal. $500 per month. No pets, no smoking. 1st, last, secuity. Intown.

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DEN­MARK HOUSE — Painting, Inc. Inter­ior and Exterior Paint­ing.

Also, Paper­hang­ing. 40 years of painting ex­pe­ri­ence. Call for esti­mates.

Call John Math­ews, 207-452-2781.

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NAPLES — Second floor, one-bedYARD SALES room apartment. All utilities included, $700 per month based on single occupancy. No smoking. Furnishings GARAGE SALE — Rain or shine. available. Call 310-8664.

4t16 Saturday, April 28, 8-2 p.m. Tools, dishes, furniture, clothes, books, etc.

BRIDGTON — 4-bedroom house, from estate. 298 Christian Hill Road, 1t17 walking distance to town. No pets. Lovell, Maine. $1,100 per month plus utilities. First, BIG YARD & GARAGE SALE last & security deposit. For more information, call 583-9009.

1t17x — Sat. & Sun., April 28th & 29th, 218 Burnham Road, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1t17x REAL ESTATE FOR SALE rain or shine.

WATERFORD — 4 and 5 acre lots with mountain and lake views. Paved road/power. $65K up. Owner financing available. Tel. 207-743-8703. www.Landme.com 1t17x

Must be experienced with newspaper pagination and be familiar with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Web design and maintenance with WordPress experience a plus.

E-mail resume to bnews@roadrunner.com or mail to: P.O. Box 244, Bridgton, ME 04009

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Mark’s is looking for happy, self-motivated employees to assist our retail and landscape customers at our garden center in Bridgton, Maine. A good fitting candidate will be highly-energized, motivated, and self-directed. At Mark’s we believe a happy employee, who is excited about gardening, is #1.

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If you like the idea of going home at night tired, but satisfied that you were able to help folks make important decisions about their garden or landscape — you need to apply.

Send resumes to: Mark’s Lawn & Garden, 688 Portland Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009.

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Prior experience would be a big help but being energetic about gardening and motivated is a great start. Prior sales experience would be helpful but not a must.

HUGE MOVING SALE — Furniture, tools, Old Town canoe, clothing. Saturday, 4/28, 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., 131 Lower Coffee Pond Rd., Casco. Take Route 121, look for street sign and follow arrows.

1t17x HUGE YARD SALE — 240 North High Street, Bridgton, 9-5, weather permitting. April 27, 28, 29. Lots of furniture, clothing, baby goods, etc.

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We are looking for a team–orientated person to work in a very busy office.

Applicant must have excellent communication, customer service skills, and computer knowledge, be able to handle multiple tasks and an eye for detail. We offer a benefit package to include 401K, Health, Dental, and Life Insurance, and paid holidays.

This is a full-time position. Call to arrange an interview at 800287-7475 or 207-452-2151.

Send resumes to PO Box 300, Denmark, ME 04022.

The Bridgton News has a Part-time Position available for an experienced, Mac-savvy technician with an eye for detail.

BUSINESS SERVICES

J. C. HURD — Property Management/Caretaking.

Home/cottage, building and repairs, lawns, fields, trees and road driveway maintenance.

BRIDGTON — 16 South High Street. Lovell & surrounding towns. Call tf12 Non-smoking, no pets. Efficiency unit 207-925-6125. on second floor. Includes heat, hot wa- B & P DAISYFIELD FARM ter, rubbish service, off-street parking. — Lovell. Family-friendly farm ofCoin-op laundry on site. Quiet, safe, fering full board, 50’-x-60’ indoor & building close to village. $500 month. 65’-x-200’ outdoor arena, miles of First, last and security requested. Ref- trails from property, heated tack, large erences checked. 207-632-8510 tf17 grooming room. 207-925-1594.

8t13x HARRISON — 1-bedroom, ¾-bath in-law apartment on second floor. B & L ROOFING — 20 years expeCharming unit with private deck in rience, fully insured. New roofs and quiet area. Two miles from intown repairs. Call 207-650-6479. tf20 Harrison and Crystal Lake. Great for single person. No smoking/pets (cats RON PERRY CARPENTRY — or dogs). $475 plus heat. Electric is Renovations and new construction. 35 included. 1st month’s rent & security years of experience, no job too small deposit required w/application. Call or too big. Bridgton, Me. 978-5024t17x 207-647-4000.

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NAPLES — 5-bedroom with full inlaw apartment, dock on Sebago, rights to 3rd beach. $390,000. Call Chris, 207-693-4408. tf15 HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars. Call 655-5963. tf12

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HELP WANTED GRAPHIC ARTIST

BRIDGTON — Hio Ridge Road, approx. 27 acres for sale by owner.

Good developable land, mostly cleared. $59,000. 207-650-5669. tf21

HARRISON — Main Street, sunny 2nd floor 2-bedroom apartment, fully -applianced in “like new” condition.

Available now at $895/month heat included. For information or to apply, contact Susan at Heritage Rentals at 207-583-6001. tf42

Immediate Opening for a CSR

Clean, professional appearance. Reliable, Articulate, Trustworthy.

Must be able to work Weekends.

Apply in person 81 Highland Road (207) 647-3733

FOR SALE

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

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

REWARD BURNER SERVICE TECHNICIAN

McBurnie Oil / Country Gas & Casco Oil has an opening in the service department for a highly motivated service technician. Starting earnings potential to over $40,000 per year.

Applicants must have a Journeyman’s or Master’s License in oil.

Completions of Propane CETP courses are required.

We offer a benefits package including 401K, Health, Dental and Life.

Call to arrange an interview at 800-287-7475 or 207-452-2151.

Send resumes to PO Box 300, Denmark ME 04022.

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MAINE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 72 is accepting applications for the following anticipated positions:

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER MIDDLE SCHOOL LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER:

• Must have a strong desire to work with students in need of academic support • Experience using data to inform instruction • Experience/familiarity with proficiency-based education also preferred

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• Experienced Chip Truck Driver • Experienced Skidder Operator • Experienced Dump Truck Driver • Experienced Heavy Truck and Equipment Mechanic

We offer competitive wages and a complete benefit package that includes: • Health Insurance • Paid Holidays • Simple IRA Retirement • Paid Vacations • Uniforms Qualified applicants should apply within at 65 Bull Ring Road Denmark, ME 207.452.2157

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Full-time, year-round hourly position — • BS or BA degree preferably in computer science or a related technology field.

• Knowledge of up-to-date MAC and PC hardware and software • Knowledge of integrating technology into teaching curriculum • Knowledge of interactive technology tools • Possess excellent people skills, be flexible, and have a global perspective on software integration technologies Appropriate K–8 Teacher certification / Ed Tech authorization required plus Maine Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) For application and more information, please visit servingschools.com Send application, resume materials, and letters of reference to: Gary MacDonald, Superintendent of Schools 124 Portland Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037 (207) 935-2600 * FAX (207) 935-3787 E.O.E.

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Opinions

April 26, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page B

Earth Day: A constant commitment to our natural resources ment. By cutting energy costs through efficiency efforts and use of alternatives, and reducing, reusing and recycling, Maine employers are growing

High energy costs (Continued from Page B) and those savings can stay within the local economy and have a large “multiplier effect,” spurring further job growth and economic development. A study by Oak Ridge National Laboratory found that for every $1 invested in the program, weatherization returns $2.51 in benefits to the household and society. Providing funding for this program will help ensure that states have the resources to reduce the increasing burden

of high-energy prices on lowincome families.

Severe cuts to the LIHEAP program would result in harmful consequences for our most vulnerable families and senior citizens. Responsible investments in this program, and others such as the Weatherization Assistance Program, will help provide those in need with relief from high energy prices and enhance the efficient use of energy well into the future.

their bottom line so they can instead invest in infrastructure, create jobs and develop our economy.

One Governor’s Award winner, Idexx Laboratories, has committed to considering sustainability in every business decision they make. As a result, their operating costs per square foot are actually less than they were five years ago, they now landfill less than six percent of all their waste, and their employees have grown hundreds of pounds of produce in gardens planted on their Westbrook campus, all of which is donated to local food pantries.

The success stories of each entity we honored this week

illustrate the interdependence of Maine’s economy and the environment.

Maine Energy Systems, which sells wood pellets and boilers, has helped hundreds of Maine homes, businesses and municipal facilities — including Waterville High School and Mt. Abram Ski Resort — transition to a cleaner, less costly fuel, sustainably-harvested from Maine’s forests.

Other winners are the Alfredbased George Roberts Company, The Washington County Council of Government’s Brownfields Program, and The Environmental Living & Learning for Maine Students.

Finally, I would like to

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North Bridgton Cemetery Association NOTICE TO BID

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STUART SALVAGE

TOWN OF WATERFORD

Bill Haynes Sexton

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Public Notice

Nomination Papers

Nomination papers will be available at the Town Office for the following offices: • One (1) member of the Board of Selectmen/Overseer of the Poor.

(3-year term) • One (1) member of the MSAD #61 School Board. (3-year term) • One (1) member of the Open Space Commission. (3-year term) The filing deadline for nomination papers is by the close of business hours at the Casco Town Office on April 27, 2012.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF CASCO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Planning Board of the Town of Casco will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen and a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Casco Community Center, 940 Meadow Road, regarding the proposed FIFTH AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT ZONING AGREEMENT between the Town of Casco and Donald Sider, as Trustee of the Lawrence Gould Casco Realty Trust, and Point Sebago Enterprises, Inc., a Maine corporation, successor by merger to Gould Enterprises, Inc.

The Town of Casco Zoning Map is hereby amended as shown in Exhibit A attached hereto.

TOWN OF CASCO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Planning Board of the Town of Casco will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen and a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Casco Community Center, 940 Meadow Road regarding the proposed CONTRACT ZONING AGREEMENT BETWEEN TOWN OF CASCO AND CAMP SUNSHINE AT SEBAGO LAKE, INC. CAMP SUNSHINE PROPERTY, CASCO, MAINE. CONDITIONS OF SAID CONTRACT ZONE are as follows: (a) Permitted Uses Under the Contract Zone Agreement. The “Camp Sunshine” campus is established upon 24 acres, more or less, with accommodations and facilities for approximately 40 families, 80 volunteers and 4–8 professional staff, together with related meeting and assembly places and other accessory facilities. Camp Sunshine operates year round, offering illness specific sessions throughout all seasons for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. To fulfill its mission of providing respite, support, and joy to these families, the camp offers a balance of outdoor and indoor recreation, with emotional and psychosocial support unavailable to families elsewhere in the country.

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(b) Patrick L. Clark, P.E., CPESC, Senior Civil Engineer for Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. completed a Phosphorous Management Plan and Calculation of the Remaining Permitted Phosphorous Export Budget for Camp Sunshine. Said remaining budget being 0.192#/AC/Year.

See Clark memo attached to Agreement as Exhibit “C” on file with the Town of Casco.

The Agreement also contains provisions concerning its enforcement.

A zoning map showing the affected properties is attached to this Notice.

An application for an Outdoor Entertainment Permit for the Galley Restaurant, submitted by Matthew Sullivan.

Public Welcome.

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The Naples Board of Selectpersons will hold a public hearing on May 7, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office Building located 15 Village Green Lane.

On the agenda: Renewal of a Liquor License and Special Amusement Application for Black Bear Cafe.

Public welcome.

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TOWN OF NAPLES BOARD OF SELECTPERSONS PUBLIC HEARING The Naples Board of Selectpersons will hold a public hearing on May 7, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office Building located 15 Village Green Lane.

On the agenda: Renewal of a Liquor License and Special Amusement Application for Casino Projects Inc. d.b.a. Rick’s Cafe.

Public welcome.

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Notice of Public Hearings

The Town of Sebago Planning Board will hold the following Public Hearings on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sebago Town Office.

Site Plan Review

Kaitlyn Hall requests a Site Plan Review for a Children’s Day Care Center to be located at 14 Hogfat Hill Rd. Sebago Tax Map 10, Lot 20

Site Plan Review

TOWN OF RAYMOND Broadcasting Studio 423 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond Maine 04071

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT NOTICE MOWING/ SNOW REMOVAL BID (THREE YEAR CONTRACT) Sealed bids for furnishing the Town with annual mowing and snow removal services as specified, will be received by Nathan White, Public Works Director, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond, ME 04071, until 2:00 p.m., May 3, 2012 and they will be publicly opened May 4, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. For more information and required forms see www.raymondmaine.org for details.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Dimensional Requirements Under The Contract Zone Agreement.

The property, as rezoned, shall adhere to the dimensional requirements and be developed substantially in accordance with the approved site plan (attached to Agreement as Exhibit “B” and on file with the Town of Casco). Any revisions to the Plan may be approved by the Town of Casco Planning Board.

CONDITIONS OF SAID CONTRACT ZONE are to release all of the real estate owned by Camp Sunshine at Sebago Lake, Inc., a Maine nonprofit corporation (“Camp Sunshine”) in the Town of Casco, Maine from the operation of the Agreement, and from the South Casco Outdoor Resort Zone established under the Agreement.

On the agenda:

Karen Lamanuzzi and Bradford & Geraldine Park request a Site Plan Review for the relocation of a walkway over a right-of-way.

Sebago Tax Map 21, Lot 26 (Lamanuzzi Property) & Sebago Tax Map 21, Lot 24 (Park Property)

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DENMARK SELF-STORAGE

The Planning Board will meet on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

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Public Notice

It is requested that all old flowers and accessories be removed from the Waterford Cemeteries by May 6, 2012. After that date, they will be removed at the sexton’s discretion.

for Junk Cars

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The North Bridgton Cemetery Association is accepting bids for the 2012 season for mowing, raking and removal of brush.

Please send bids to: North Bridgton Cemetery Association 36 So. Bridgton Road Bridgton, ME 04009 Bids must be received by May 1, 2012.

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BOARD OF SELECTPERSONS PUBLIC HEARING

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• We Buy Standing Timber • Crane Work • Firewood

Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES

The Naples Board of Selectpersons will hold a public hearing for proposed changes to the Naples Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and proposed new Town Property Ordinance at their regular meeting on Monday, May 7, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Offices Building.

• Tree Removal • House Lot Clearing • Pruning • Brush Mowing

stand, as I do, that a healthy environment and a strong economy support one another. The choice between our environment and our economy should never be “either or” because it is always both.

Public Notice

Public Notice

BOARD OF SELECTPERSONS PUBLIC HEARING

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thank this year’s host of the Governor’s Awards, Jøtul North America.

As we commemorate Earth Day, Maine people should be proud our state is home to so many employers who under-

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that is improving our environment and our economy.

Our award recipients are reminders that profitability is not the enemy of the environ-

Scholarship Applications for the Jean Murray, Ernest Murray, Josephine Caswell, Gerald Forest, Horton-Ricker, Blake and the Susan Adamen-Beck Memorial Scholarships are now available at the Town Clerk’s office. These scholarships are for the residents of Harrison continuing their education at a college, university, vocational or trade school. Applications must be received at the Harrison Town Office no later than May 1, 2012.

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The Harrison Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing to review the Annual Town Warrant and Budget for Fiscal Year 2013.

The Selectmen will also review proposed amendments to the Harrison Site Plan Ordinance, Building Requirements, Shoreland Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance.

The meeting will be held at their regular meeting on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Harrison Meeting Room.

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The Board of Selectmen is requesting bids for the sale of Two Public Works Trucks: 1. 1993 4600 International DT 466 Single-Axle, 8-yard Stainless Steel Highway Hopper Sander with Plow and Wing 2. 1998 7400 International Wheeler, 400 Cummings, 12-yard Flow and Dump Sander Body with Plow and Wing For more information you may contact the Public Works Foreman Sam Cousins at 583-4031.

Bids should be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Public Works Trucks” and must be submitted to the Town of Harrison, P.O. Box 300, Harrison, ME 04040, or dropped off at the Town Office, no later than Thursday, May 17th, at 4:30 p.m., to be opened at the Board of Selectmen meeting that night.

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The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

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A bank you may have never heard of

There is a bank that has supported over $255 million in export sales from Maine businesses over the last five years, but it’s in danger of exhausting its lending authority at the end of May. It doesn’t need to be bailed out to continue to help Maine and our nation export products and create jobs. It simply needs Congress to pass a bill to reauthorize its authority.

And the kicker? It doesn’t cost the taxpayer a dime — it’s self-sustaining based on fees it collects and loan repayments. In fact, the bank actually makes money for U.S. taxpayers and has returned $4.9 billion to the U.S. Treasury since 1990.

The name of this bank is the Export-Import Bank (Ex-Im Bank), and it’s the official export credit agency of the United States.

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Views from Washington

by Mike Michaud United States Congressman

Its mission is to assist in financing the export of U.S. goods and services to foreign markets.

Since it was founded in 1934, the bank has provided assistance to more than $474 billion of U.S. exports. In fiscal year 2011 it supported 290,000 export-related American jobs by providing more than $32 billion in financing to more than 3,600 U.S. companies.

Unfortunately, like too many

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things these days, the bank’s reauthorization has been caught up in politics. That’s why I joined with Republican Congressman Robert Dold of Illinois to organize a letter signed by 38 of our colleagues to House leadership urging immediate consideration of legislation to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank.

In our letter, we requested that leadership support a bill that will include a higher lending limit to

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

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CARPETING Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

CATERING A Fine Kettle of Fish Catering Personal chef service/catering Sheila Rollins 583-6074 www.finekettleoffishcatering.com

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

WardHill Architecture 25 yrs. exp.-Residential/Commercial Custom plans, Shoreland/site plan permit Design/Build & Construction mgmt. wardhill@roadrunner.com 807-625-7331

ATTORNEYS Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA 110 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA 132 Main St. P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 647-8360 Hastings Law Office, PA 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com Robert M. Neault & Associates Attorneys & Counselors at Law Corner of Rte. 302 & Songo School Rd. P.O. Box 1575, Naples 693-3030

BOOKKEEPING

By The Book Bookkeeping Services 12+ years QuickBooks experience A/P, A/R, Checkbook/bank reconciliations Tax preparation – References available 207-749-1007, businessonlinellc@gmail.com

CARETAKERS Caretake America Managing and Patrolling Kevin Rogers, Owner/Manager Rte. 35, Naples 693-6000 North Country Home Watch “We’ll be there when you can’t” www.nchw.us 207-713-0675

CARPENTRY Robert E. Guy General Carpentry – Additions Repairs – Remodeling www.bobguy@myfairpoint.net Harrison 743-5120 239-4804 (cell)

The Printery Black & White/Color Copies Special discounts for large orders Fax: Sending and Receiving Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

COUNSELING Ellia Manners, LCPC In Her Own Image/Counseling for Women Call for brochure/Insurance accepted www.elliamanners.com 207-647-3015 Bridgton

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

EXCAVATION K.S. Whitney Excavation Sitework – Septic Systems Materials delivered Kevin 207-647-3824

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

FLIGHT INSTRUCTION Sheila Rollins Private/instrument/multi-engine instructor Flight training – Ground school Flight review 583-6074

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

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

HAIRDRESSERS

Lake Region Cleaning Residential and commercial Cleaning for the lakes region 807-6092 www.lakeregioncleaning.com

Victoria’s Hairitage One Beavercreek Farm Rd (top of Packard’s Hill – Rte. 302) DENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES Vicki Crosby Owner/Stylist Tami Prescott, Nail Specialist Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA 647-8355 Complete oral hygiene care-infant to senior Most dental insurances, MaineCare accepted HEATING 207-647-4125 email: info@bdhc.me A –1 Thompson’s Services LLC Cleanings and repairs, Boilers Fryeburg Family Dental Furnaces, Monitors, Oil tanks Preventative Dental Hygiene Services New installations, 24 hr burner service 19 Portland Street / PO Box 523 207-256-7606 www.fryeburgfamilydental.com Licensed and insured 207-693-7011 Mountain View Dentistry Bass Heating Dr. Leslie A. Elston Oil Burner Service Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry Sales and Installations 207-647-3628 Waterford (207) 595-8829 MountainViewDentistryMaine.com

McHatton’s Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822

Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Monitor Heaters Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

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

John’s Cleaning Service Meticulous cleaning service Prof. carpet cleaning, windows Local family business. Exc. references ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES 207-393-7285

Paul Spencer Brown, Architect 30 yrs exp, Member AIA & LEED Any project – Maine license – Insured 781-640-7413 PaulSBrown.AIA@gmail.com

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support further expansion of the bank’s export financing efforts and allow more American companies to receive export assistance. This is especially important as we seek to do whatever we can to accelerate our recovery and limit the amount of taxpayer money that’s on the line.

Through pre-export and export financing, export credit insurance, loan guarantees, and direct loans, the Ex-Im Bank enables more firms to sell additional products abroad and create jobs here at home. The Bank’s export financing is imperative to maintaining and enhancing the competitiveness of American companies. Countries like China and Germany provide far more export financing than the U.S. China has provided $145.3 billion more than the U.S. in export financing

Razzl Cleaning Home – office – rentals/all your needs 20+ yrs. exp. – Reasonable rates Honest – Reliable 583-1006 Servicemaster Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 TLC Home Maintenance Co. Professional Cleaning and Property Management Housekeeping and much more 583-4314

COMPUTERS EEcomputer Services Small business specialists eecomputerservices.com 603-733-6451 Ms. C’s Computer Repair Virus and spyware removal PC repairs 207-228-5279 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton 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 Dan’s Construction Homes/cottages/garages Siding/rep. windows/roofing Insured/ references/ 25+ yrs. exp.

No job too small – 625-8159 Douglass Construction Inc. Custom Homes/Remodeling/Drawings 30 years exp. in Lakes Region Phil Douglass, 647-3732 - Jeff Douglass, 647-9543 Sweden Rd. Bridgton

Jerry’s Carpentry & Painting Carpenter & General Contractor Jeff Hadley Builder Log homes – decks – remodeling New homes, remodels, additions Fully insured – Free estimates – 207-527-2552 Painting, drywall, roofing, siding Kitchens, tile & wood floors Northern Extremes Carpentry Fully insured – free estimates Custom Decks – Additions 27 yrs. experience 207-583-4460 Remodeling – Free Estimates Log Hunting and Fishing Camps Newhall Construction Insured Bridgton 647-5028 Framing/roofing/finish Cellulose insulation – drywall CARPET CLEANING 743-6379 798-2318 McHatton’s Cleaning Service Quality Custom Carpentry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specializing in remodeling & additions Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Jeff Juneau Naples Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822 207-655-5903

DOCKS Great Northern Docks, Inc. Sales & Service Route 302, Naples 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com Simply Docks Installation and removal Affordable rates 207-256-0359

ELECTRICIANS All Service Electric John Schuettinger Licensed Master Electrician Residential, Commercial Alarms Bridgton Phone 647-2246 A to Z Electric “The Boss Does The Work” David S. Gerrish, Master Electrician Residential/Commercial/Industrial 30+ yrs. exp., Naples 693-6854 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

INSULATION Western Me. Insulation Inc Batts, blown or foamed Over 30 yrs experience Free estimates – fully insured 7 days a week – 693-3585

INSURANCE Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home/Auto/Commercial 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311 Harrison Insurance Agency Full Service Agency 100 Main Street, Bridgton 583-2222 Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 Southern Maine Retirement Services Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Life and Long-Term Care Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340

KENNELS

McIver Electric “Your on time every time electricians” 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 647-3664 www.mciverelectric.net

Bridgton Veterinary Kennels Boarding Route 117, Bridgton, Me. Tel. 647-8804

R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 24 hour Emergency Service Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882

Wiley Road Kennels Groom & Board Wiley Rd, Naples 207-693-3394

David K. Moynihan Master Electrician Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016 Stanford Electric Commercial, Industrial and Residential Wiring – Generators Naples 693-4595 Tuomi Electric Chip Tuomi, Electrical Contractor Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-4728

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Bonney Staffing & Training Center Temporary & Direct Hire Placements Call us with your staffing needs Rte. 302 Windham 892-2286

LAWN MAINTENANCE Chapman’s Lawn & Yard Works Mowing - Cleanup - Brush Cutting Debris removal – Bark mulch Blaine Chapman 647-5255 Dawn’s Lawns & Landscaping 25+ years experience Fully insured Dawn Munn-Latendresse 583-4793 Durgin’s Lawn & Landscape Commercial-Residential-Fully insured Mowing-Landscaping-Seasonal cleanups 207-739-9022

LP GAS Bridgton Bottled Gas LP Gas Cylinders/Service Route 302 Bridgton 207-647-2029

the bank so that our companies can compete on a level playing field. Though you may have never heard of it before, this is a since 2007. Over the same peri- bank with a goal that Americans od, Germany provided $10.6 bil- of all political stripes can get lion more than the United States behind. in medium- and long-term export credit. Even though Germany’s economy is less than a quarter of the size of the U.S. economy, Berlin’s export financing limit is 158% higher than the Ex-Im Bank’s financing cap.

Increasing the bank’s autho- To The Editor: Many Americans believe rization levels will allow the institution to better compete with that President Obama is the other country’s export financing most Biblically-hostile U.S. and better combat illegal subsi- chief executive in this once dies offered by foreign govern- Christian nation’s illustrious ments. At no cost to taxpayers, it history. Being a Christian not ensures that American business- only means to be our brother’s es, including Maine businesses keeper, but to be as salt and throughout our state, have the light in a world that is increasexport financing they need to sell ingly decadent and debauched.

The following are just a few their products around the world.

It’s critical that House leaders of numerous examples of the act immediately to reauthorize ANTIPATHY, Page 12B

Letter

Antipathy

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REAL ESTATE

Country Gas, Inc. LP Gas Bulk/Cylinders Box 300, Denmark Tel. 452-2151

Oberg Agency Residential, Business,Lake Shore Property 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

Maingas Your Propane Specialist 1-800-648-9189

RUBBISH SERVICE

MASONRY D & D Masonry Chimneys/fireplaces/walks/etc.

Fully insured Free estimates Darryl & Doug Hunt 693-5060

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

OFFICE SUPPLIES The Printery General line of office supplies In stock or special orders Rubber stamps - Fax Service - Labels Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

OIL DEALERS Dead River Co. Range & Fuel Oil Oil Burner Service Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton McBurnie Oil/Casco Oil Delivery and Service Denmark, Maine Tel. 207-452- 2151

PAINTING CONTRACTORS Bob Champagne Painting/papering/some carpentry Small jobs – reasonable rates Lead safe certified 26 Zion Hill Rd, Bridgton, 207-647-5571 Frank’s Painting Interior/exterior – 25 yrs experience Sheetrock-taping repairs-deck stain Free estimates 207-452-2038/207-595-5987 George Jones Quality Painters Interior/Exterior – Fully Insured Free Estimates Excellent References 207-318-3245 Gotcha Covered Painting Interior/exterior-deck refinish-powerwash Serving the Lakes Region over 15 years Free estimates Kevin 693-3684 Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates 207-527-2552

PLUMBING & HEATING A Plus Plumbing & Heating Inc. Plumbing Supplies – LP Gas BBQ Gas Grill Parts & Access.

Portland St., Bridgton 647-2029 Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Specializing in repair service in The Lake Region 647-4436 Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423

PRINTING The Printery Single Color to Multi-Color Business Cards - Letterheads Brochures - Forms - Booklets Wedding Announcements Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Organic lawn & garden maintenance Shoreline restoration Creative stonework, property watch Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com

REAL ESTATE Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311 Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Properties “At the Lights in Naples” Waterfront, Residential Commercial & Land 207-693-7000

ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417 Bridgton Trash & Rubbish Service Serving Bridgton Weekly & 1 time pick-ups Tel. 207-595-4606

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 Bridgton Septic Pumping Free Estimates 647-3356 329-8944 Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546

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Raiders shutout Knights FRYEBURG — One might think a 10-0 win would put a smile on a coach’s face, yet Raider varsity softball Coach Fred Apt was a little disappointed after Fryeburg Academy beat Poland last Friday.

“You are much better than that,” Coach Apt told his players. “We need to be more aggressive at the plate. Who was more aggressive today; they (Poland) were. It’s a win, but we have a ways to go to where we want to be.”

After a slow start, the Raiders finally found their hitting groove over the final two innings when they connected for seven of their 10 hits.

Fryeburg (2-0) took a 1-0

lead in the first as Carla Tripp (4-for-4, 4 runs scored, RBI) reached on a bunt single, stole second and scored on a single

by Maddie Pearson (3-for-4, 2 RBI).

The Raiders made it 3-0 in the second as Abby Brown reached on an error, Sidney Charles walked and Tripp singled to score both runners.

Poland had four hits, including a double against Raider hurler Sarah Harriman, but had just two runners reach second base.

Harriman, who struck out six, helped her own cause by snagging a line drive in the third, and doubled off a runner at second to end the inning.

The Raiders plated three runs

FRYEBURG — Raider Coach Rich Ela simply hoped to score a run and force extra innings against Poland last Friday at the Academy.

Instead, Fryeburg Academy rallied for two runs and beat the Knights 6-5 to improve to 2-0 on the season. Andrew Berg dropped a squeeze bunt toward the first base side to score Kirk Hubbard with the game winner as the Raiders posted their best varsity baseball start since 2004 when they went 12-4.

“I think part of our early success has come from getting outside early and playing so many (preseason) games. That was the 11th game,” Coach Ela said.

Poland (0-2) jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first inning, but the Raiders responded with a four-run rally in the third as Bill Rascoe and Kyle Bonner each belted two-run doubles.

The Knights regained the lead with two runs in the fifth and two in the sixth inning behind a Tyler Sturtevant triple.

Down 5-4 in the seventh, Ian McFawn singled to score Bill Rascoe with the equalizer, setting the stage for Berg’s squeeze play with the bases loaded.

Poland tried to force an out at home plate, but the ball popped out of catcher Dillon Douglas’ glove to end the game.

For the Raiders, Bill Rascoe had two doubles to lead an eight-

GETTING A GOOD LEAD — Fryeburg Academy’s Kirk Hubbard leads off of third base during the seventh inning.

Hubbard scored the game winner.

(Rivet Photo) hit attack. Nate McCann also while Poland had one. doubled, while Kirk Hubbard Up next: Monday’s washout had two hits. against Greely will be played In relief for starter Andrew today, Thursday, April 26 at the Rascoe, Ian McFawn earned his Academy. The Raiders travel first pitching win of the sea- to Lake Region on Friday, host son. Poland had seven hits off Falmouth on Monday, April FA pitching with Sturtevant and 30 and then travel to Sacopee Kaleb Brigham each collecting Valley next Wednesday, May 2. two hits. FA made two errors, All games are at 4 p.m.

in the fifth as Tripp and Pearson singled, and Maggie McConkey reached after being hit by a pitch.

Tripp scored on a wild pitch, and Bri Pelkie singled sharply to center to score two runs.

FA sent eight batters to the plate in the sixth, scoring four times behind hits from Ellen Bachiocchi (double to deep leftcenterfield), Tripp, Pearson and McConkey.

Up next: The Raiders will face Greely today, Thursday, April 26 at the Academy in a make-up of Monday’s rainout. The Raiders travel to Lake Region on Friday, host Falmouth on Monday, April 30 and then travel to Sacopee Valley next Wednesday, May 2.

All games are at 4 p.m.

Little rally magic for FA

Tuesday Laker round-up

Lacrosse beats Raiders: The Lake Region boys’ lacrosse team evened their record with an 8-6 victory over Fryeburg Academy in Naples.

Ryan Skillern and Ryan Chute each recorded three goals to lead the charge. Other scorers were TJ Leach and Tyler FULL EXTENTION — Lake Region shortstop Kristina Morton fully extends to catch a drive Harnden. Laker goalie Joe during last week’s scrimmage against Westbrook. Morton made the catch with two outs in the Turnbull turned away 20 shots.

Fryeburg (0-2) was paced innings, preventing Westbrook from scoring.

(Rivet Photo)

by Tyler LeGoff, who scored three goals. Mike Dandaneau chipped in two goals, while Malik Mobley made 13 saves.

Ranger spins perfect game: Jonah Normandeau had the Lakers’ number. The Greely hurler fired a perfect game, striking out eight as the Rangers beat Lake Region 28-0 in baseball action in Naples. Normandeau certainly had a day, collecting five hits and driving in four runs. Greely spanked LR pitch-

ing for 22 hits including a threerun home run. LR pitcher Zach Allen took the loss.

Slapped: Greely’s small game had the Laker softball team confused as the Rangers broke a 1-1 tie with 10 unanswered runs en route to a 11-5 victory. Greely pitcher Danielle Cimino limited the Lakers to just five hits, while striking out eight. She also knocked a triple.

The Lakers rallied for four runs in the seventh.

Wolverine tracks

SAFE AT THE PLATE — A Westbrook player nearly disappears in a cloud of dust after sliding safely at home plate during last week’s scrimmage at Lake Region. LR freshman

By Alison Vigneau BA Sports Information Director Bridgton Academy faced some very tough competition this last week.

The baseball team lost a challenging 8-1 match-up at Belmont Hill (Mass.) early in the week. The lacrosse team traveled to West Point, N.Y., where they lost two games to the Army J.V. and Army Prep.

Diamond chips Belmont Hill put an end to Bridgton Academy’s eight-game win streak by scoring four runs early to roll to a 8-1 victory. Bridgton Academy was able to score one run in the late innings.

Drew Carter (Newburyport, Mass.) had a strong day at the plate going 2-for-3 with two singles. Steve Trychon (Sterling, Mass.) hit a single to tally the only RBI of the game. Ryan Iasiello (Westborough, Mass.) found himself in scoring position when Trychon stepped up to the plate, and scored the Wolverines lone run of the day.

Walker O’Connor (Bedford, Mass.) started on the mound for the Wolverines and threw the first five innings. He recorded six strikeouts, and only allowed one walk. Zach Littman (Abington, Mass.) closed the game throwing the final inning, striking out one batter and allowing two hits.

Sticks report The BA lacrosse team was also on the road as they traveled down to West Point, N.Y. The first was a junior varsity team comprised of all varsity players in their freshman and sophomore years. This turned out to be a very tough game, which Bridgton lost by a large margin.

The next day, Bridgton faced Army Prep. Their team was at an equal or better skill level than the JV players. Even though the Wolverine lost both games, Coach Bamann said, “I feel it is good for our team to play such talented teams as Army was. We as a team can take a lot away from those games.” catcher Allison Morse looks out at another Westbrook runUp next: The baseball team will travel to Kents Hill this Saturday ner following the close play. The Lakers host rival Fryeburg to play at 1 p.m. The lacrosse team will host the War Pigs at home Academy this Friday at 4 p.m.

(Rivet Photo) on Sunday at 12 p.m.

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Race promotes fitness, new trail

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — When Bill Reilly was a young boy, he earned good grades in school yet his report card always seemed to carry the same teacher’s comment year after year.

Bill needs to settle down and learn to sit still.

Watch Bill coach at any cross-country running or track meet, and one will see he is in constant motion.

“You slow down and you’ll eventually stop,” said the Fryeburg Academy running coach, who competes annually in area road races and often wins his age division. “I’m going to be 65 years old in July, and I can do things now that I did when I was 18. The message I want to get out to kids is that you can do things as you FRYEBURG 5K, Page 11B

Fryeburg 5K • Sunday, May 20, 10 a.m.

Rain or shine.

• Children (ages 10 and younger) 1K at 9 a.m.

• Course: Mountain Division Trail.

• Start point: Fair Street, ample parking courtesy of local contractor Clyde Watson.

• Pre-registration $15; $20 on race day. Kids’ race is free.

Tech shirts to the first 100 registrants. Proceeds benefit the Fryeburg Academy boys’ and girls’ cross country running teams.

• Register online at www. active.com/running/fryeburgme/fryeburg-5k-2012 For more information, contact Race Directors Judy and Bill Reilly at 890-6587 or reilly@ fairpoint.net

ON THE RACE TRAIL — Fryeburg Academy cross-country runners stand at the halfway point of the Mountain Division Trail — the site of the upcoming Fryeburg 5K. Pictured are (left to right) David Powers, Silas Eastman, Tyler O’Keefe, Eric Hannes, Kyle Barboza and Thomas Rose.

Denmark Mountain Hikers on the trail crossing the Town of Eaton’s blueberry fields on the way down from the

summit of Foss Mountain, August 12, 2011.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

Foss Mountain: Good family outing

Here is another hike in the Lake Region and the White Mountains that readers are encouraged to try. Hiking is a great way to get out at any season of the year and enjoy our special corner of Maine.

By Allen Crabtree Guest Writer Foss Mountain in Eaton, N.H. is an easy climb and a great hike for kids. The mountain is just across the line in New Hampshire and a short drive from the Lake Region. The trail to the summit is about 1/4-mile long and you can see the summit from the trailhead! The open summit has wonderful full panoramic views.

From the kiosk at the trailhead the trail crosses the blueberry fields of the Town of Eaton. Remember to respect the “no picking” signs when crossing the blueberry fields — the money they earn from the annual crop goes to maintaining the property and the trail. All hikers should respect that the trail and the mountain are in private and town ownership and should act accordingly — stay on the marked trail, pick up and carry out your trash, don’t kindle any campfires nor camp overnight.

Any group larger than 15 hikers and all commercial groups are required to get

permits from the Eaton Town Office (PO Box 88, Eaton, NH 03832 or 603-447-2840).

The trail is well marked to the North Peak, the one most everyone climbs. There is another summit to the south that is 10 feet higher in elevation, but getting to it requires bushwhacking.

Foss Mountain is named for the Foss family, early Eaton settlers who lived on the mountain in the 1800s.

Eaton was granted and incorporated Nov. 7, 1766

by Benning Wentworth, governor of the Province of New Hampshire under King George III. The Denmark Mountain Hikers have done this climb in summer and winter — the winter climb is about 1 1/2 miles longer each way because Foss Mountain Road is not plowed. We usually do the summer climb in well

under 15 minutes, and one of our hikers, Fergus Dunn, did it in seven minutes one day last summer. We particularly like the views of Mt. Washington and Mt. Chocorua from the summit of Foss Mountain.

Hiking facts Foss Mountain is located in Carroll County, Eaton, N.H. Difficulty: Easy in summer Trail distance (one way): Approximately a quarter of a mile.

Hiking time (round trip): Half hour or less for the round trip.

Elevation: North Peak 1,647 feet/South Peak 1,657 feet.

Vertical gain: 247 feet trailhead to North Peak summit.

Coordinates: N 43.880351 and W -71.0372901

Directions: To the trailhead – From Brownfield Road heading west from Brownfield, take a right (south) onto Bull Pasture Road. Take a right onto Stewart Road. Take a left onto Foss Mountain Road and continue up the mountain until open fields appear on your right. The small summer parking area is on the left opposite the Town of Eaton’s blueberry fields.

Restrict the size of your hiking group and car pool.

The trail begins across the road from the summer parking lot. There is a gate across the trail and a kiosk with information about the Town of Eaton’s blueberry fields. The trail goes straight across the fields to the woods, emerging from the woods at the south side of the summit.

The trail is well worn and the summit can be seen from the trailhead. Stay on the trail and don’t pick the blueberries — the signs on the kiosk say where and when you can.

What to bring: Good boots, rain gear, tick and mosquito repellant, sunglasses, water and snacks, personal first aid kit, map and compass and cell phone. Let someone know your hiking plans before you leave!

Next time: Mount Kearsarge, Conway, N.H.

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LEA schedules birding programs

LOVELL — The 8th Annual Lovell Old Home Days 5K Run will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2012.

Starting time is 9:45 a.m. and the runners kick-off the day’s activities as they race through the Village toward the athletic field.

The first 100 registered runners will receive a commemorative t-shirt designed by a Fryeburg Academy art student. The top male and female finishers receive an award designed by Conway glassblower Nathan Macomber. Other prizes will be given to winners of various age groups. Poland Spring provides water for runners on the course and at the finish line where

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there will be plenty of refreshments and random prizes. Timing is provided by 5K Sports Race Management of Portland.

Proceeds benefit the Lovell Recreation Department and the Old Home Days Parade.

Be sure to bring the entire family to enjoy the parade and all the fun at the athletic field after the race, including the popular Lollipop Youth Race.

Entry fee is still $13 until July 11 and $18 through race day. Runners may register online at www.

Running4Free.com or download an entry form at www.Lovell5k.com.

Contact Race Director Stan Tupaj at 925-1500 or stan@fairpoint.net

Highlands golf notes Bridgton Highlands Country Club will open for public play on Saturday, April 28. A Spring Special Greens Fee of $25 has been set to celebrate the club’s opening.

The course is in great shape following a mild winter.

Longtime Lake Region High School golf and football coach, Art Kilborn, has moved into the role of club manager.

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Yellow Warbler derful birding expedition to Holt Pond. With spring migrations in full swing, participants are bound to see warblers, flycatchers, thrushes, and much more. The walk will lead participants across boardwalks and flat, even, wooded trails.

Comfortable walking shoes, water, a snack, and binoculars are recommended.

Participants will meet at the LEA building on Saturday, April 28 at 7 a.m. Program is free for LEA members and $5 for non-members.

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GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP HONORS — The Lake Region/ Fryeburg Academy Ice Cats varsity ice hockey team received the Tier 2/3 Sportsmanship Award, as voted by league coaches. Pictured are (left to right) Don Kellough, Coach David Lepage and TJ Leach.

Birds have provoked a sense of wonder and curiosity for people since the beginning of human existence. At the dawn of the first societies, birds were solely used as a food source. Since then, their roles in our world have expanded to include religious and cultural symbols, recreation, comfort and companionship.

So what is it about birds that make them so unique? Beyond the obvious avian features that classify a bird as a bird, there are a number of qualities birds’ posses which have captivated human interest throughout time. You can explore these distinctive avian traits during two of Lakes Environmental Association’s upcoming birding events including an interactive family presentation and a birding expedition to Holt Pond.

What makes a bird a bird? — An Interactive Presentation. Have you ever watched a black-capped chickadee flit in and out of the tree branches effortlessly? Have you ever seen a downy woodpecker use its tail feathers to help position itself against a tree? Do you ever wonder how birds know where they are heading as they migrate from South America to Maine?

Join LEA for an hour-long interactive presentation on the wonders of birds and their songs. This talk will prepare participants for the following morning’s birding excursion to Holt Pond. The presentation will take place at the LEA building in Bridgton on Friday, April 27 at 7 p.m. Program is free for LEA members and $5 for non-members.

If you have any questions or would like to sign-up please contact Sarah Morrison at 647-8580 or e-mail sarah@leamaine.org Birding Expedition at Holt Pond. If you’ve been birding for years or are just beginning, join Jean Preis as she leads a won-

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Fryeburg 5K race age if you take care of yourself. Lifestyle is a choice. Fitness is important, and it should be stressed at a young age. Unless you do certain things throughout your life, you will fall apart.”

With the opening of the 1.5-mile Mountain Division Trail in Fryeburg, Reilly wants to showcase the new path, and at the same time, promote the importance of fitness to children, as well as people of all ages by presenting the Fryeburg 5K and a Children’s 1K on Sunday, May 20.

Reilly sees the Mountain Division Trail as the perfect venue to hold the race. The race director thanks the Fryeburg Board of Selectmen for granting him permission to use the trail for the race.

“Since it opened in October, every day the trail is full of people, either walking or running, or kids riding bicycles there,” said Reilly, whose wife has witnessed the trail’s use as a staff person at the Visitor’s Information Building. “Last Sunday, there was an older lady using a walker on the trail. People find the trail as a scenic relief and relaxation.”

The Fryeburg section is part of a bigger plan to create a 50mile trail from Maine’s western corner to Portland. A six-mile section has been completed in the Windham-Standish area, and a new Fryeburg section extending the current trail to the airport (thus making the stretch 4.5 miles) is in the works, Reilly said.

Promoting fitness is one goal of the race. Unlike years ago when a child’s life was full of physical chores and walking was a necessity to get to places, kids today lack a daily dose of exercise, which is a contributing factor to the obesity epidemic, Reilly said. Adults also fall victim of poor fitness, either because of their diet or sedentary lifestyle (“Look around, many of us spend hours each day just sitting and working on computers,” he pointed out) or both.

Reilly sees the Fryeburg 5K and 1K as a chance to spotlight a wonderful trail, and hopefully inspire people to run, walk or cycle there on a regular basis.

Raising money for the Fryeburg Academy boys’ and girls’ cross-country running program is another goal. Reilly, who has coached running for the past 23 years, wants to start a tradition of presenting XC jackets to Raider athletes as a parting honor for their hard work and dedication to the program.

“These kids work very hard, yet unlike other sports, they really don’t get to perform in front of a crowd,” Reilly said. “These jackets would be a nice reward for their tireless efforts.”

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This week’s puzzle: Pop music ACROSS 1. Gain access to, 2 words 6. *1965’s “Get ___ My Cloud” 9. Benedict XVI, e.g.

13. African antelope 14. Equal to 10 liters 15. Was furious 16. “Happy Endings” actor Adam _____ 17. CSI evidence 18. Stand on end 19. Chews out 21.*Famous for her “Umbrella” 23. Likewise 24. “...partridge in a ____ tree...”

25. *Madonna’s controversial garment 28. Viking writing symbol 30. Interstellar cloud 35. “A River ____ Through It” 37. Cause of Titanic’s demise 39. Like a mad dog 40. “Do ____ others as you would do...”

41. Tennessee footballer 43. *Aguilera and Carey can hit a high one 44. Yuletides 46. Winter Olympic event 47. “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” author 48. Army’s offensive, pl.

50. Remote Automated Weather Station 52. Used at start of new hole 53. Unstressed-stressed pattern in poetry 55. Pig’s home 57. *If she “were a boy...”

61. Road less traveled 64. In the midst 65. ___ and feather 67. EU money, pl.

69. American poet James Whitcomb _____

Letter: Antipathy

(Continued from Page B) president’s antipathy, if not outright hostility, to people of faith: In 2008, Obama speaks disrespectfully of Christians saying they “cling to guns or religion” and have an “antipathy to people who aren’t like them.”

In January 2009, the president’s nominee for Deputy Secretary of State asserts that American taxpayers are required to pay for abortions and that limits on abortion funding are unconstitutional.

He also announces plans to revoke conscience protection for health workers who refuse to participate in medical activities that go against their beliefs and fully implements the plan in February 2011.

Also in 2009, in a deliberate act of disrespect, Obama nominated three pro-abortion ambassadors to the Vatican.

Of course, the pro-life Vatican rejected all three, and when speaking at Georgetown University, he orders that a monogram symbolizing Jesus’ name be covered when he is making his speech.

In October 2010, the president begins deliberately omit-

70. Geological period 71. Narrow mountain ridge 72. Benevolent and Protective Order of ____ 73. *The ___ Hot Chili Peppers 74. *She wakes up “in the morning feeling like P. Diddy” DOWN 1. As opposed to Gross Domestic Product 2. Unfledged hawk 3. Bath powder 4. Administer 5. *”You belong with” her?

6. Betting probability 7. *Belieber, e.g.

8. Bell-bottoms bottom 9. Between larva and adult 10. Sign of something to come 11. Philadelphia’s Ivy League member 12. Cocoyam 15. Hitler, e.g.

20. “No ____ about it” 22. 007 creator 24. Throw out of kilter 25. *He’d “catch a grenade for ya” 26. A sentence that goes too long 27. Poker stakes 29. First man on the moon 31. *E Street ____ 32. Lusitania’s destroyer 33. Gracefully slender 34. *She “could have had it all rolling in the deep” 36. Worn from walking 38. *She “was born this way”

42. Gossipy 45. Scrooge-like 49. Cul de ___ 51. Mean characteristic 54. Approximately 1.094 yards 56. *James Blunt: “_____ Beautiful” 57. *____naked Ladies, band 58. Short for Emilia 59. Nutrition of an embryo 60. Dollar bills 61. Half of Brangelina 62. Greek god of war 63. Shakespearean “does”

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ting the phrase about “the Creator” when quoting the Declaration of Independence, an omission he has made on numerous occasions.

In January 2012, the Obama Administration argues that the First Amendment provides no protection for churches and synagogues in hiring their pastors or rabbis.

An honest and thorough assessment of the state of American culture can only lead to the conclusion that we desperately need the hand of God on our country in the form of a religious revival, not a further marginalization of people of faith.

In his fanatical efforts to completely remake America, President Obama stands for everything and yet he stands for nothing. It will be a miracle if America survives the reign of Barack Obama.

Robert M. Howe Jr. Bridgton

Highlands golf notes

(Continued from Page 11B) season include improvements to the tennis courts, clubhouse and snack bar, monthly social events, tournaments, men’s and ladies’ weekly play and group events, weekend “Sweeps” and Sunday afternoon couples’ golf.

For more information, check the club’s website at www. bridgtonhighlands.com or contact the club at 647-3491.

The ladies’ golf league will begin its new season on Wednesday, May 2, weather permitting. Play will begin at 9 a.m.

Please arrive early! Any questions, call 647-2132. All area lady golfers are invited to join.

Dempsey Challenge

LEWISTON — The fourth annual Dempsey Challenge, presented by Amgen, will take place Oct. 13-14 in Lewiston. The noncompetitive run, walk and cycling event benefits The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing at Central Maine Medical Center The Challenge offers a 5K and 10K run/walk on Oct. 13 and cycling routes of 10, 25, 50, 70 and 100 miles on Oct. 14. All events will begin and end at Simard-Payne Memorial Park in Lewiston.

Participants are encouraged to create or join teams through the Dempsey Challenge website to build camaraderie and assist their fundraising efforts. For more information, including participant, volunteer and fundraising information, log on to www.dempseychallenge. org