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Vol. 146, No. 23

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Bridgton, Maine

June 4, 2015

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Board awards less funds for Hall repairs

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Bridgton Town Hall supporters turned out in force Tuesday to support the Bridgton Board of Selectmen’s decision to award the bid for basic repairs to the building.

The board voted 4-1 (Ken Murphy opposed) to authorize spending up to $265,000 on the contract, which came in at $395,454. The vote came one

week prior to next Tuesday’s referendum Question 2, asking that no money be spent on the Town Hall until all repair costs are known and approved by voters.

The board, which acted on the basis of last year’s Town Meeting vote authorizing $400,000 in spending, decided to leave out of the bid the $200,000 loan as part of that package. Selectmen said the town needs to go to the

bank with firm plans in hand in order to get the lending approved. The loan would be paid back by drawing $50,000 a year in interest generated by the town’s Moose Pond Trust Fund, which now totals around $1.7 million.

Murphy said he voted against the motion because he believed any contract award should be delayed until the results of next week’s referendum are known. It is not

known whether the lone bidder, Doten’s Construction, Inc., of Freeport, will want to take on a shaved-down version of the original bid specs at a lesser price, but selectmen hope town staff are able to negotiate a reduced project with the contractor, similar to when the Depot Street project came in at a cost nearly twice the amount that voters had approved.

Selectman Paul Hoyt

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer It will be a small hometown gun shop, family-run, with all the security measures required by federal law.

But Mary Tremblay’s and James Bennett’s dream of a home-based firearms business has sparked a big controversy in North Bridgton, by virtue of the neighborhood’s historic character and the fact that their property is bracketed by land owned by Bridgton Academy.

At least a dozen people attended Tuesday’s Planning Board public hearing on the couple’s plans to sell firearms and run a retail shop in the ell of the Jacob Hazen House at 103 North Bridgton Road, where Tremblay has lived since 1989. The most prominent in the audience

HAPPY TIME — Tifffany Allen and Hannah Thomas, along with their fellow members of the Class of 2015, were all smiles at Fryeburg Academy’s graduation ceremony this past Sunday in Wadsworth Arena. Full graduation coverage in next week’s edition.

(Photo courtesy of Rachel Damon/FA)

Knitting Mill eyed as ‘grow’ site

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer The rear portion of the old Bridgton Knitting Mill is slated to become the first site in the Lake Region where medical marijuana is grown and processed on a commercial scale.

Canuvo, one of eight licensed medical marijuana dispensaries in Maine, runs its retail operation out of Biddeford, and wants to use around 31,000 square feet of the former Portland Road mill to process and cultivate pharmaceutical grade cannabis.

Owner Glenn Peterson told the Bridgton Planning Board Tuesday his four-year-old nonprofit dispensary needs more growing space than is now available at his Poland farm.

He said “We’ve been look-

ing for a new location, and need a compassionate and understanding landlord, and we found that in Dan Craffey,” owner of Moose Landing Marina, who also owns the mill, a one-story cement-block building located across the highway from Dunkin’ Donuts.

Peterson has a five-year leasepurchase agreement with Craffey to rent the entire back two sections of the building, with an option in year three of expanding into one-half of the right side. He’d like to begin operations by early August in the space, which also once housed Radiodetection.

He said the rear of the former mill has many of the features needed for such an operation, including outside fencing and “tremendous” access

control security and fire-rated walls on the inside that would completely separate the operation from the space now used

by Craffey for boat storage.

There would be no need for a sign to identify the operation, he added.

His dispensary license is restricted to York County, but there are no state regulations as to where a cultivation site can be located, Peterson said.

The board ruled his application incomplete due to an inaccurate map and lack of sketch elements such as entrances and exits. Peterson’s preliminary site plan application also does not indicate the ability of the Bridgton Water District to serve the needs of the processing operation.

Peterson said he hasn’t pre-

pared all the design details yet because “We wanted to make sure we’re welcome in the town.” He said his daughter is the company’s general manager and is “so excited” she would like to move to Bridgton if the plans are approved. He also said that his interactions so far with town officials “have just been so delightful” in their willingness to listen and guide the application along.

“Over the years I’ve learned that cannabis is very misunderstood,” said Peterson. “I’ve spent a lot of time educating, and it’s needed for a plant that’s been demonized by the government for the last 80 years.”

New patients, who become eligible to use medical marijuana instead of traditional GROW, Page 6A

Ordinances draw passion, ire

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Whenever a municipality makes a change to its existing ordinances or official policies, there is a long process involved.

There are boards and committees that discuss, consider and review drafts, which are scrutinized by the town attorney as the language takes shape. Along the way, there are advertised public hearings, during which time public comment is welcome.

Then, the proposed amendments must meet the approval of a majority of the residents in a town meeting forum.

That is the quick tour of the legally-required jour-

petitions can only suspend a vote by the State Legislature and not a vote by a municipal governing body.

Several backers of the Question 2 petition strongly disagree with that assertion, however, citing Bridgton’s lack of a Town Charter and a reading of the State Constitution. Question 2 supporters have taken a dim view of the board’s decision to REPAIR, Page 8A

BA fighting gun shop plans

Denmark town manager resigns

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer DENMARK — Denmark Town Manager Dan Merhalski submitted his resignation May 27 in the wake of a months-long campaign by some residents who want him gone, and who have also arranged for a June 30 recall election against two of the town’s three Board of Selectmen.

Merhalski’s last day will be July 31, in keeping with the 60-day notice in the contract he signed when he was hired eight months ago, on Sept. 29.

“Unfortunately, a very small minority are dictating for the majority in the illogical tradition of a good-oldboy network, and until the majority make their voices known, there’s only so much I can do,” Merhalski said in a Wednesday phone interview.

One action he did take was to suspend, with pay.

Code Enforcement Officer RESIGNS, Page 2A

asked how the bid award would be affected if voters approve Question 2 to wait on the repairs. Town Manager Bob Peabody said selectmen “have every right to spend the money” approved by 2014 voters, and added that the vote they were now taking to award the bid made the contract binding. Peabody said the board’s stance is backed

by Town Attorney Dick Spencer, who said citizen’s

ney of any amendment to a town’s set of ordinances.

On Monday night, citizens at Naples Town Meeting had the power to pass or to pass over five ordinance-related Warrant Articles.

All of those ordinances, with the exception of light manufacturing, drew much public comment and showed diverse attitudes and a range of emotions about town matters.

Definitely, the most detailed was a new Naples Fire and Rescue ordinance, which passed by a roughly two-thirds vote.

The reasoning behind what seemed to be an abrupt change for many people — to bring the fire department into

legal compliance by declaring it a municipal entity.

The Naples Fire Association president spent some time at the microphone, holding a notebook with a checklist of questions, particularly about fire association fundraising and accounting for fire association funds.

Like many, he wanted to know the impact of adopting the ordinance.

At some point, the public comments were made in rapid-fire sequence. Some residents favored status quo for the fire and rescue department because that is what has worked for a town the size of Naples. Other people simply wanted to size up the implications.

Town Manager Ephrem Paraschak fielded some of the inquiries.

“This ordinance firmly puts the fire association as a separate entity,” Paraschak said.

“This is to protect the town,” he said.

Naples Fire Chief Chris Pond was asked to comment.

“It’s a paperwork issue to bring us in line with state law,” he said.

“I am in favor of the ordinance. It will make us stronger. We will still fundraise.

We are still going to put fires out,” Pond said.

Things got heated in the room over Warrant Article 48. It was one of two landORDINANCES, Page 7A

was Bridgton Academy Headmaster Grady Vigneau, who urged the board to deny the application because a retail gun shop operation would include buyers coming and going on the street, and thus would violate the federal Gun-Free School Zones Act. The Act prohibits possession of firearms within 1,000 feet of a school, and several Academy properties, including the main campus, either abut and/or are within 1,000 feet from the gun shop, attorney David Dow wrote on behalf of the Academy.

“Having a gun shop within the school zone (and abutting Academy property) is not a prudent decision, is a threat to public safety, and is contrary to the spirit of the federal statute,” Dow wrote in GUN SHOP, Page 8A

Naples wants to keep bus rolling

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The majority of residents living in Naples, one of the towns along the Lakes Region Bus route, approved the funds needed to keep that 18-month-old bus service rolling for another year.

From the very beginning of discussions about Article 44, people from both sides of the aisle expressed their opinions.

Newly-seated Selectman Christine Powers explained why she backed the Lakes Region Bus service during the Naples Town Meeting on Monday.

“The need for mass transit is incredible,” she said, citing benefits to senior citizens and teenagers without access to transportation.

“I would hope that voters would continue to support. It takes a long time to develop the ridership,” Powers said.

Maine has one of the largest elderly populations in the nation; and those residents might find riding a bus easier than trying to drive or rely on neighbors to get to doctor’s appointments or go grocery shopping. Meanwhile, high school-aged students living in this rural area would be able to use the bus to make trips to neighboring towns or to Portland. She said that many teens live in homes where families don’t have a vehicle, and the bus would give them mobility.

“It would be shortsighted”

THE BUS RUN from Bridgton to Portland. for the town not to fund this service and allow it to move forward, Powers said.

Selectman Rich Cebra, who was also seated on the board after last week’s election, said it was a large sum to pay for a few riders.

“No one could answer how many people use it,” he said.

“This is a request of $9,600 to pay for a previous debt that the shuttle service incurred,” Cebra said.

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Casco voters to review two town hall options

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The future of the Town Hall should be history after the Casco Town Meeting on Wednesday.

Two warrant articles will provide residents with two options for a revitalized town hall. The location has been narrowed down to the lot where the Casco Fire Station sits.

“Two things have held up the town office project forever: the uncertainty of where it would go, and the cost,” Morton said.

These warrant articles appear before the public 10 years after town employees moved into the building that was meant to be a temporary solution.

Warrant Article 24, the option being recommended by the Casco Board of Selectmen — as well as the Casco Finance Committee — is to build new on the town property. The money to be appropriated for the new building is $600,000.

When original estimates were revealed earlier this winter, the cost was about

$900,000 — an amount that made selectmen uncomfortable about selling to the taxpayers. However, the selectmen figured that costs could be lowered if the town acted as general contractor, according to Morton.

“Usually, a large contractor goes in and adds a percentage to their bid. They charge a premium on subcontractors.

In this case, the town would be the contractor,” he said.

“We can reduce everything by a couple hundred thousand dollars,” he said.

The other town hall option, Warrant Article 25, originated as a citizens’ signature petition, which was circulated

by Ray Grant. The proposed article would use the existing (Continued from Page 1A) town hall, and construct a Mike Lee, who objected to job performance requirements modest addition. The heating Merhalski put into place late last year. Merhalski said he system would be updated to sought legal counsel before ordering Lee’s suspension pend- be more cost effective. The ing an investigation by a third party that is now underway.

The third party will submit a report to the town attorney before any further action is taken, he said.

Merhalski said the turmoil in the Town Office may get even worse if voters approve the recall of Selectmen Beverly Caparco and Chairman Richard Mason Jr. The third selectman, Ed Enos, is not seeking reelection and is therefore not being targeted for recall. This Friday, June 5, voters will choose Eno’s replacement. Richard Snow, who is one of the recall petitioners, is running unopposed for the open seat, but there may also be a challenge by write-in candidates.

“I have a great deal of respect for Richard. He’s very civic-minded, and if he is elected it’s not necessarily detrimental” in terms of resolving the issues that have divided the town so severely, Merhalski said. If Caparco and Mason are recalled, he said the one remaining selectman will not be legally able to make any town government decisions, “other than keeping the lights on and paying the bills.”

With Merhalski leaving, the need to decide a course for the immediate future will be greater than ever.

“It’s been kind of like the Wild West out here,” said Merhalski, who is keeping his plans for the future close to the vest. He said “a lot of damage has been done to my reputation” by rumors and innuendos being circulated by only six or seven of the town’s population of just over 1,000 residents.

“There are a great number of good people in the community, and I can only hope that they will eventually take back their town,” Merhalski said.

The recall petitioners, who earlier had unsuccessfully petitioned the board to fire Merhalski, are upset over Merhalski’s management style and the unwillingness of selectmen to respond to their concerns.

Manager resigns

cost associated with building onto the standing structure is $350,000.

Grant has said the purpose behind the citizens’ petition was to offer another solution to residents and to minimize the impact on the tax rate.

Both the selectmen and the budget committee recommended a “no” vote on Article 25.

One thing that came to light, when selectmen signed the paperwork to make the build-on town option a warrant article, was that the structure where the Town Office currently operates was built by the Casco Fire Association to be the fire department’s shed.

Essentially, as pointed out by Jim Willey during that selectmen’s meeting, there was an understanding between some of the mem-

bers of the fire association and people involved in the volunteer-basis construction that summer. The structure was being erected so that the fire department would have storage space, and a new space would be found for the town office.

According to Morton, in 2006, the town office used to be in the building, where the Casco Community Center stands. The original building was torn down after the town discovered “serious mold issues and structural issues,” he said.

“We had some water leaking, and when we pulled out the ceiling panels, there was mold in the ceiling and in the walls. It was fairly pervasive.

We had to move out of the building,” Morton said.

At the time, the Fire Department had money in its

Capital Plan to build a storage building. The fire department said they would build their storage building and it would suffice as an emergency temporary town office,” Morton said, recalling it was constructed in about three to six months over the summer of 2006.

In 2009, a nonbinding straw poll was held to decide on a location. Morton said the majority had maybe 15 to 20 more votes than the minority.

The entire populous of Casco could not agree on a single best site for their new town office.

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June 4, 2015, The Bridgton News, Page 3A

Area town meeting dates

Archie Belanger

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CASCO • Town Elections/ Referendum — Tuesday, June 9, polls open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Casco Community Center.

• Town Meeting — Wednesday, June 10, 7 p.m., Central Fire Station.

DENMARK • Town Elections/ Referendum — Friday, June 5, polls open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Denmark Municipal Building.

• Town Meeting — wants to support continued Saturday, June 6, 9 a.m., long-term financial plan- Denmark Municipal Building. ning and capital reserves for capital expenditures to avoid debt.

“My wife and I love it here in Harrison, and have worked hard to engage in the community and learn about its needs,” Maynard said. “My participation on the Budget Committee has been productive, as I have taken the lead to propose deleting funds for a new Fire House roof because the requirement for urgent repair has not been substantiated.”

He said Town Manager CANDIDATES, Page 5A

4 seek 2 Harrison selectmen seats Harrison Food Pantry for six years. She is married to David Arris, formerly of Bridgton.

Arris said she has fresh ideas she would like to bring to the board, and wants to help redirect the path for a better tomorrow in Harrison.

If elected, she said she would work to see that there is more cohesiveness and respect on the Board of Selectmen.

Archille ‘Archie’ Belanger Archie Belanger is wellknown in town for his 16 years of service working at the Transfer Station, where he often engaged in long conversations with residents about just about anything.

What is less known about Belanger, a newcomer to town politics, is how eclectic and deep are his interests and how much he cares about his hometown of Harrison and maintaining its small-town charm.

As a youth growing up in town, Belanger was a member of the Leos, a young peoples’ group of the Harrison Lions Club. He said the experience was invaluable and he’d like to see the group return. He was a Boy Scout Troop Leader.

Belanger graduated from Oxford Hills High School and then went on to Bridgton Academy. He has a degree in communications from Saint Joseph’s College in Standish.

He worked several years at the Village Tie-Up and over seven years at WOXO Radio.

Since leaving the transfer station in January, Belanger has taken on a job at Home Depot.

For many years he was in charge of the Harrison Old Home Days Parade, and is a Civil War Re-enactor and member of the Maine Obsolete Auto League’s Pleasant Mountain Chapter, as well as the Western Maine Fish & Game Club. He currently serves on the Harrison Old Home Days Committee and displays his extensive

collection of Civil War memorabilia at the Back to the Past celebration at Scribner’s Mill.

If elected, Belanger wants to make sure the Comprehensive Plan is revived and is able to earn state approval. He’d also like to see Harrison enact a Town Charter, “which would put representation back to the taxpayer.” If voters weren’t happy with their elected officials, he said, a Town Charter would give them authority to have the elected or appointed official removed from office.

“We need to give some power to the system of checks and balances on which our form of government is based,” Belanger said.

Richard Maynard Richard Maynard moved to Harrison a year and a half ago from Vermont, and immediately became involved in local government, serving on the Budget Committee this past year. As a consultant who helps organizations with training and organizing information, Maynard mentors small startup businesses as a member of the Oxford Hills Chapter of SCORE. He believes that residents of small towns need to give back, and is also a member of the Harrison Lions Club and the Harrison Historical Society. He is running for the Board of Selectmen, he said, because “I decided when asked to help continue the positives and improve on them in Harrison.”

Maynard said if elected he will “press the board to provide more information, so voters know what’s happening and not rely on trust alone.” He has been encouraged by all that he has seen done well in Harrison, and

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Editor’s note: When Harrison voters go to the polls Tuesday, they will be asked to select two people from a pool of four candidates for the Board of Selectmen. Seeking office are: Amelda Arris, Archie Belanger, Richard Maynard and incumbent Bill Winslow.

Candidate profiles are arrranged in alphabetical order: Amelda Arris Amelda Arris has become increasingly vocal of late at Harrison Selectmen’s meetings, and she is running for a seat on the Board of Selectmen because she believes residents appreciate her willingness “to speak up for the people.”

Arris believes Harrison “is moving in the wrong direction,” in terms of the openness of town government and responsiveness of town officials to residents’ legitimate questions. As example, she said she was rebuffed

by Town Manager, George “Bud” Finch, at the last selectmen’s meeting when she volunteered to staff the now-closed Second Chance Store at the town’s Transfer Station.

Born in 1942 in Harrison, Arris was educated in Harrison and Bridgton schools. As a young woman, she worked for B. E. Cole Francine Shoe Shops in Norway until they closed.

Thereafter, for many years, she was employed at Pleasant Mount Moc in Bridgton.

Furthering her studies, she became a self employed CNA until 1998, and then transitioned to caring for mentallychallenged individuals. She recently went to work at In Home Seniors as a Personal Support Specialist, and also works part-time nights at Busy Bee Laundry.

Arris served as a volunteer driver for Regional Transportation for 15 years.

She also served on the

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Page 4A, The Bridgton News, June 4, 2015

On the Bridgton Police blotter These incidents appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter between the dates of Monday, May 25, and Sunday, May 31 (This is only a partial listing).

Monday, May 25 11:08 a.m. A Bridgton Hospital Emergency Room employee complained that she was not allowed through a road closure on Route 302 in Naples on her way to work in the morning.

1:04 p.m. A Fowler Street resident wanted to know the rules on fireworks due to an issue with her neighbors Sunday night.

5:49 p.m. A black carful of juveniles were seen racing up and down the road on West Pondicherry Street, headed toward the lake.

Tuesday, May 26 8:20 a.m. Officer Jones stood by while Bridgton Hospital employees applied restraints to an out-of-control male patient at the emergency room.

10:09 a.m. Officer Jones responded to a report of a burglary at 27 Two Ponds Road.

5:30 p.m. Officer Muise arranged for a ride for two young children whose mother had just been admitted at Bridgton Hospital.

8:32 p.m. The son of a Zion Hill Road resident hung up the phone after the father called police to report that they were fighting.

Wednesday, May 27 12:42 a.m. Bridgton Hospital staff were skeptical of an intoxicated female with a forehead laceration who blamed the injury on her dog.

11 a.m. Copper wire was reported stolen from the Sprint tower on Portland Road.

1:02 p.m. The owner of a wallet found by the Bridgton Department of Public Works was notified that it had been turned in.

3:31 p.m. A verbal argu-

ment between an elderly Portland Road couple was caused by the wife’s dementia.

5:39 p.m. Minor injury was reported after a vehicle left North High Street and crashed in the woods.

5:37 p.m. A man screaming at neighbors on Fowler Street appeared to be high on something.

6 p.m. Tenants on Middle Ridge Road had a dispute with their landlord over water.

6:43 p.m. Someone trespassed on a Noncarrow Way property and took apart a pool.

Thursday, May 28 2 p.m. Officer Jones investigated a report of child abuse or neglect.

2:58 p.m. A small John Deere tractor fell off a trailer on South High Street near Woods Pond.

3:49 p.m. Officer Reese stood by while a vehicle was repossessed from a garage on Douglasville Road.

5 p.m. A Middle Ridge Road tenant said her landlord shut off her water and she wanted to make a police report.

6:08 p.m. A Kimball Road resident said someone was building an ATV trail across his property and tampering with the back of his barn.

6:36 p.m. Bridgton Police assisted Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department with a Harrison resident who was considered violent and was threatening to hurt himself if he heard police sirens.

6:59 p.m. Officer Gaumont responded to a report of a possible vehicle theft on Main Street.

8:12 p.m. Officer Gaumont responded to a report of a break-in at a house on Kimball Road.

10:59 p.m. The boyfriend of a North High Street resident was reportedly causing a disturbance at her home.

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Friday, May 29 12:07 a.m. Tenants at the First and Last Motel were reportedly refusing to pay their rent and refusing to leave.

12:29 a.m. Neighbors of Portland Street Auto Body heard voices at the business after hours.

2:13 a.m. A man had been sitting in front of the Big Apple on Main Street for over an hour and acting really strange.

3:41 a.m. A drug recognition expert was called to the Big Apple on Main Street.

11:34 a.m. A black cat had been missing since Monday from a Heathersfield Drive residence.

1:39 p.m. Officer Jones investigated a report of a sex offense.

4:11 p.m. An accident with personal injury occurred near Renys on Depot Street.

7:32 p.m.

Bridgton Hospital sought police help with an agitated patient in the Emergency Room.

Saturday, May 30 9:35 a.m. A man said a dump truck driver tried to run him over after they had an argument about the amount of

material in the truck.

12:29 p.m. A woman at Hannaford was disoriented and asked an associate to take her to the hospital, but when store personnel offered to call rescue she left the store and began walking up Willard Road.

3:12 p.m. Officer Muise assisted with resetting the traffic light at the intersection of Portland and Willet Roads after the light malfunctioned.

4:19 p.m. A handful of juveniles were hooting and hollering and swearing at the Long Lake boat launch.

5:06 p.m. The traffic light malfunctioned again at the intersection of Portland and Willett Roads.

9:47 p.m. The grandson of a Sandy Creek Road resident was intoxicated and harassing her.

Sunday, May 31 4:42 p.m. Officers Muise and McCormick responded to a report of an out-of-control 16-year-old juvenile on South High Street.

8:42 p.m. A Green Street resident wanted information about a protection order, saying he was almost jumped and had people threatening him.

(Continued from Page 2A) groups who didn’t want to see it in that particular location, did not want to back the cost,” Morton said.

Residents desired to have the town hall in their preferred location, and “all for good reasons. I am not making light of opinions, he said.

In 2015, there is one future town hall location and two warrant articles that address that.

The town-owned property, where the Casco Central Fire Station is located, is between three and four acres.

The building, now serving as town office, is set on the back corner of the prop-

erty with a 25-foot boundary behind it.

If voters approve the buildnew option, the costs would be covered by a 15-year bond.

The bond paperwork, which includes annual payments and interest calculations, is

included in the warrant article documents that voters will receive.

The repayment of the bond would affect the yearly tax rate by 8 cents, Morton said.

He noted that the town has paid off all of its debt.

What: Casco Town Meeting When: Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Where: Casco Central Fire Station

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Pleasant Lake stretches between the towns

of Otisfield and Casco.

“What we are asking for Residents and business- here is Casco’s share of the owners on the shores of that cost for the final engineering three-mile-long lake know and design of the new structhe importance of protecting ture,” Morton said. the water quality. Those are “This year, it is the cost of taxpayers in an area where it putting together the bid packis understood that a healthy age,” he said. lake is connected to a healthy “If voters approve the economy. funds, the final design and This year, the two towns bidding will take place in the that share ownership of the next fiscal year,” he said.

Pleasant Lake-Parker Pond The joint boards of selectspillway dam will also share men have already selected the cost to repair the failing MBP Consulting in Portland infrastructure. The solution for phase one of the projis a two-phase project: (1) ect. Selectmen have worked Paying for the bid package to in person with owner Myron be completed from money in Petrovsky. The total cost is the fiscal year 2015 budget $64,000. and, (2) during the 2016–17 So, the fiscal note for fiscal year, raising the money Casco’s share is $32,000; and and putting the dam construc- that would allow the towns to tion job out to bid. be ‘bid ready’ by the summer At the Casco Town of 2016.

Meeting this Wednesday, citi“We have a legal obligazens will vote on Article 13, tion to maintain the dam, and NEWSitCORPORATION) which is (BRIDGTON part of the proposed is in critical condition,” PREVIEW, Page 5A municipal budget. Established 1870

CARRYING THE TORCH — Bridgton Police Department Officer Phil Jones was joined by other law enforcement members Wednesday morning along with Good Neighbors Inc. clients carrying the Special Olympics torch as part of the annual Torch Run. (Rivet Photo)

Two Casco Town Hall options To preview a copy of the warrant articles, go to the Town of Casco website. On the home page, under Town Meeting, people can view or print a PDF of the warrant articles. Copies may also be obtained at the town office.

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Four candidates seek two Harrison town posts (Continued from Page 3A) George “Bud” Finch has been diligent in his role as Director of Public Works and Town Manager. “He is particularly effective in providing the framework for evaluating the purchase of equipment and the repair of roads. His expertise in technical areas gives Harrison an advantage to purchase equipment that meets long-term regulatory requirements and roads that will survive the test of time.”

He also likes Finch’s weekly newsletter, but notes, “Some people would like more granularity to the decision-making process. They want to understand more how decisions are made. In short, the town proceedings are too ‘cut and dry.’

Maynard said if he is elect-

ed, “I aim to find ways to make voters understand and participate in the discussions before decisions are made.”

He also wants to reach out to local youth and seniors to see how they can be supported, and to “reinvigorate the spirit of the comprehensive plan, to search for ways to keep and attract young people to work and play in Harrison.” Maynard believes Harrison needs to provide more opportunities for their young people.

“Harrison is paying almost $11,000 per student for education that comes from a school system that consistently receives low evaluations. The town needs to be aware of the impact on the young people and see what else can be done to succeed.”

He also said that the pace

of road repair needs to be increased. By 2018, the town should be in a financial position to expand its road repair program.

Bill Winslow Incumbent Harrison Selectman Bill Winslow has led the board as its chairman for six straight years. He said he is seeking a third term on the board “because I believe the town is headed in the right direction, and I want to help keep it moving that way.”

Winslow was previously on the Planning Board and the Comprehensive Plan Committee, and was also a member of the Conservation Commission. He currently also serves as superintendent of the Harrison Water District. He and his wife Darcy run High View Farm

on Leander Harmon Road, offering dairy products for sale at the farm and at local farmers markets.

Winslow said the biggest strength he brings to the board is his background as a small business owner.

Another strength is his ability to moderate discussions at the meetings, especially during times when personalities clash or the discussion starts to stray off topic. “Also, as chairman, I have tried to maintain the dignity of the town during the meetings.”

He believes the most pressing issues facing the town are in finding ways to make Harrison’s share of the school budget more equitable. He also wants to focus on ways to find enough money to maintain the town’s road system.

As always, the perennial challenge of being a selectman, he said, is in searching for ways “to keep the tax rate flat in spite of spiraling school costs.”

Asked how he views the questions raised by Rick Sykes over the past year, when he took over to fill an unexpired term, Winslow said Sykes has the right to ask questions that may call into question decisions made

by Town Manager George “Bud” Finch.

“And I support that right,” said Winslow. “(Sykes) and I are from very different backgrounds, his work years were in a very structured atmosphere, and mine were in a small business atmosphere where common sense had to prevail.

“I support the town manager and his management style,” he said.

Costs questioned

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — There is a well-known saying, “Put your money where your mouth is.”

That statement, of course, is figurative rather than literal.

Most likely, few people have ever heard it said, “Put your mouth where your money is.”

That seems to be what some residents did during the Naples Town Meeting, talking about and asking lots of questions about the town’s proposed expenditures — the future taxes for property owners.

The proposed budget for fiscal year 2015–16 totaling $3,268,000 was in print before both town officials and town residents in the Town Gymnasium on Monday night. There was those roads,” he said.

Article 26, an amendment an almost 5% increase compared to last year’s budget. A total COSTS, Page 6A to the barking dog ordinance, would put more teeth in the enforcement end of the law.

Accepting N ew Clients “The major change is that it includes penalties that weren’t outlined in the previous ordinance,” Morton said.

The town’s Animal Control Officer, Jessica Jackson, compared fees and fines for similar ordinances in other towns.

While the owner whose canine breaks the barking dog ordinance might only get a warning, second-time offenders can be fined $100, and people who violate the ordinance for a third time will be fined $250.

“We ran it by legal counsel to make sure it was in compliance with the law, and the fees were acceptable,” Morton said.

Casco town meeting preview (Continued from Page 4A) Morton said.

Another monetary item that is shared between towns this year is the Lakes Region Bus service. RTP, which operates the rural transportation program, has asked five towns including Casco for $9,600 each.

“The finance committee has recommended this. The selectmen have supported this. We are hoping the voters support it,” Morton said.

“Casco’s contribution depends of what other towns do. We recognize difference of opinions,” Morton said.

“The bus service is still relatively new. We think ridership will continue to grow,” he said.

“Public transportation is important as a general concept,” he said.

Every year at the Town

Meeting, the residents of Casco vote to continue the practice of using public funds, tax dollar, to maintain private roads during the winter. That is done by accepting roads as public easements.

Very few Maine towns still provide this service. Casco and Windham and Gray are among those in this region.

Warrant Article 16, which updates a 1972 road-standards policy, will not change the status of current public easements. Those roads are grandfathered in, and will continue to be sanded and plowed – as long as the roads don’t fall into total disrepair.

So, when the snow flies, there won’t be much change in the air – Casco’s established public easements will continue to be plowed per usual.

However, if voters

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(Continued from Page 5A) of 71 voting Naples residents showed up at the annual June Town Meeting.

Jim Turpin, a Naples resident for 10 years, ended up speaking into the microphone more frequently than other citizens, especially as the budgetrelated warrant articles were on the floor.

Turpin was sworn in that night as the newest Naples Budget Committee member, after he received the most votes as the write-in candidate during Election Day on May 26.

However, prior to the Town Meeting, Turpin had already studied the budget and went over the numbers, comparing those to what appeared in the 2014 Annual Town Report.

During a phone interview, he said he thought the town budget had some flexibility, just enough fat on it to be trimmed in the taxpayers’ favor.

During Town Meeting, the majority of residents approved all of proposed expenditures in the $3,268,000 budget.

The only exception was Article 23, which allocated $5,000 for Naples Main Street.

The budget committee had recommended against that line item, saying that Naples Main Street already had $9,000 in the account.

Budget Committee member Robert “Bob” Caron Sr. said, “No one gave me a description (of needs and objectives for Naples Main Street.) Why take more of the taxpayers’ dollars

than necessary?”

The residents sided with the budget committee, voting not to grant the $5,000 request.

At the beginning of the meeting, the first item in the budget was administration.

Turpin stepped to the microphone for the first of many times.

“My priority question is in regards to legal expenses.

Legal expenses are projected to go up,” Turpin said, asking for an explanation.

Legal expenses for the budget being considered were listed as $42,000, which is a 100% increase from last year.

“The increase in legal expenses is to date,” Town Manager Ephrem Paraschak said, explaining that money has already been spent or billed to the town.

“For the past two years, we have gone over that amount.

This year, as a result of lawsuits, we would like that (debt) clean,” Paraschak said.

Turpin asked about a recent lawsuit that appeared in Cumberland County Superior Court, and the cost involved in that.

“That one did not go favorably for the town,” Paraschak said, adding he did not have the specific number, but recalled that the court case cost more than $40,000.

“The town had to hire private legal counsel because the town didn’t have a municipal attorney, and that cost twice as much,” Paraschak said.

No one can predict what sort of violations or situations might arise that would result in the need for legal services, he said. So, part of the funding in this year’s account is contingency money.

Also, as part of the administration, Turpin asked why $60,000 would be spent on cleaning this year; and he was told the janitorial duties would likely be contracted out since the part-time maintenance position had changed.

Turpin said he noticed that the mileage reimbursement was down.

The town manager said after the town sold a large, 17-passenger van, it purchased a surplus Maine State Trooper vehicle. Additionally, the town owns a truck for employee use.

“We have employees use those (town-owned vehicles) rather than using their own and paying mileage,” Paraschak said.

So, the town has seen savings in that portion of the administration budget, he said.

Throughout the meeting, Turpin brought attention to the extra costs to maintain and staff Kent’s Landing, referring to it at one point as “a money pit” and saying “a lot of money is spent on Kent’s Landing.

Later, during a phone interview, he said he thought Kent’s Landing should be maintained, and some money should be spent on that. But, having attendants to collect fees from nonresidents using the boat launch — that amount of an increase in the recreation budget was too much.

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The recreation budget had a 10% increase from last year.

Much of that increase is from new programs and supplies for Kent’s Landing, Turpin said.

When discussion opened on Article 20, which was a checklist of Capital Improvement projects, Marie Caron, a former budget committee member, asked for more detail on those items.

Among those items was $15,000 for more improvements to the town office, which included replacing some doors, Paraschak said.

He said the town planned to update tax maps by putting them into digital format. The cost of the digital-map update was estimated at $26,000.

“With digital tax maps, there would be a one-time cost to update and then maintain,” he said.

Another $14,000 was called Ordinance Consolidation and involved hiring an ordinance

consultant “to go through all of our ordinances and to consolidate them into a document that is more user-friendly,” Paraschak said.

He clarified the objective is “not to change them, but a better format” for people to use.

Under Rescue refurbish, the project is to strip off the paint and refurbish an older ambulance, which would be less expensive than trying to buy one new, he said.

Another resident, also named Jim, stepped forward, asking, “Are all of these items necessary this year? Are there ones that we can weed out and do in the future year?”

He was told by the moderator that voters can make a motion to open a budget warrant item. Residents can vote only to decrease a budget item, and cannot opt to spend more.

In the end, the Capital Improvement budget passed in its entirety.

The townspeople also supported the purchase of Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) property with a garage and shed. The price of the property is $115,300.

However, money was reallocated from other funds and carried forward. Therefore, $20,000 needed to be raised from taxes for purchase. Also, MDOT will reimburse the town — if it should no longer want ownership of the parcel.

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Naples Selectman Bob Caron II said that Monday night’s meeting was a successful Town Meeting.

“As far as I am concerned that is what a Town Meeting should be. Lots of people turning out and discussing” the warrant articles. The fact that it lasted three hours was a good thing, he said.

“It is good to have diverse opinions. That is what Town Meeting is about,” Caron said.

(Continued from Page 1A) pharmaceuticals for their pain, diabetes or other conditions, often assume the delivery system will be by “smoking joints and putting it in pipes,” Peterson said. When they first walk into his Biddeford dispensary on Wellspring Road, he said the staff spends several hours explaining the greater medical effectiveness of more concentrated delivery systems they provide such as lab-tested tinctures, lotions, edibles and oils.

“The act of smoking, we hope will become passé,” Peterson said. “We carry more delivery systems than any other dispensary.” Canuvo also stands out for its emphasis on growing CDB plants, instead of the more lucrative THC plants, he said. Several doctors have approached him about producing CDB cannabis because they are finding it extremely effective in treating epilepsy and head injuries, he said.

As an aside, Peterson said he opposes current legalization efforts in Maine “as they’re

written right now” for recreational marijuana because he believes the state needs to “approach it in a much slower manner.”

There’ll be no retail dispensary as part of Peterson’s plans in Bridgton, only cultivation and processing. Using grow rooms with charcoal filters and other environmental controls, the marijuana is grown to maturity and harvested by separating out the flowers and removing the stems and leaves. The smaller leaves are then hand-trimmed and processed into concentrates. The baking part of the operation is done in Biddeford, Peterson said, although he said he might add a kitchen to the Bridgton space at some point in the future.

“There should not be any smell on the street. We’re 400 or 500 feet from Hancock Lumber. If there’s any odor, there are scrubbers you can use,” Peterson said.

Board member Brian Thomas said in devising local rules to regulate medical marijuana dispensaries, the town’s

Medical Marijuana Committee did include standards for growing operations, mostly around security and disposal. Those amendments to the site plan review ordinance are up for a vote next week and would not apply to Peterson’s application.

Peterson said small batches of the processed marijuana would be driven to Biddeford daily and would likely require only one delivery truck. He has around 15 to 20 employees currently, and is looking to add another 15 to 20 workers with the increased production the Bridgton facility would provide. There would be no need for more than one shift, he added.

Near the end of the board’s many questions, Thomas said, “We don’t want you to walk away with the impression we don’t want you. This is a great industry to come into this town, and you’re adding jobs to this town.”

The board voted that a public hearing wasn’t necessary for the project, and tabled the application until their Tuesday, July 7 meeting.

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(Continued from Page 1A) It was later noted by the person answering questions on the behalf of RTP that the funding request was for the upcoming bus budget, and it was “the first time he had heard of a ‘previous debt.’”

Article 44 asked taxpayers to add $9,600 to the 2015 budget to help with an anticipated budget shortfall for the Lakes Region Bus, the public transit service offered through Regional Transportation Program (RTP).

The Naples Budget Committee had voted to not recommend funding RTP, while the Naples Board of Selectmen decided not to vote on a recommendation and allow the residents to debate the budget item.

Robert “Bob” Caron, Senior, who sat on the Naples Budget Committee, said when the budgetary item came before the committee, members asked how many Naples residents used the bus.

“I was told that maybe one or two (people) a week take the bus from Naples goes to Portland,” he said.

“Do we want to spend that kind of money?” Caron, Sr., asked.

Resident Doug Bogden stepped to the microphone.

Although he has a working vehicle, he sees indication

that many people in the Lake Region communities do not have transportation and still need to get to places.

“I am a commuter who goes down Route 302. I see locals with thumbs out, hitchhiking. People don’t know how many people are walking down Route 302,” he said.

Another audience member spoke in favor of the bus.

“It has only been a year or two. It is something the town needs,” she said.

Larry Anton posed the question, “What level of ridership makes it viable?”

He suggested that if townspeople provided the funding to keep the bus service going, there should be a goal — both in terms of the numbers of riders and how long it might take to establish that magic number.

There was a person with some of the answers about the rural bus service still in its developing stages.

Greater Portland Council of Governments (CPCOG) Planner Rick Harbison spoke as a representative for RTP. He said when the regional bus service began in December 2013, it operated on federal grants and other donations.

“No transit service can support itself. It is considered a pilot service of sorts,”

Harbison said.

“In terms of ridership, last summer there were 140 riders for the month of August. The average for the summer was 81 per month, or five riders per day,” he said.

He clarified that the bus only runs during the weekdays, Monday through Friday.

In the future, the RTP hopes to add more stops including the Naples Causeway. He said the regional bus would connect Portland bus stops at the airports, making it more convenient to bring visiting friends or relatives to the area.

“Ridership is increasing. It takes a while to establish and get it going,” he said.

Rick Paraschak said it would be easier to supplement the bus service budget, if he knew the town had a say-so in its evolution.

“We will probably have representation from towns,” Harbison said, adding he was uncertain about a time frame for offering weekend bus stops.

While Harbison was answering questions, Selectman Bob Caron II asked if RTP would be able to offset the costs of running the regional bus by charging more per bus ticket.

The current cost is $2 for a one-way fare.

“Are you planning to increase cost for riders?”

Caron asked.

Harbison said that RTP will hold meetings with GPCOG and decide whether or not the cost per one-way ride should be adjusted. It might cost between $3 and $5 depending on the distance between stops.

Changing the bus ticket cost will not happen until all five towns involved have weighed in at town meeting, Harbison said. The towns being asked to contribute $9,600 to the Lakes Region Bus budget also include Casco, Raymond, Windham and Bridgton.

“When we figure out how much money we have, pricing restructuring is what we will have to look at,” he said.

“There is a vision for the bus where we could take it.

But, (we are taking) baby steps at this point,” Harbison said.

Selectman Dana Watson called for a vote, saying, “It is not a great amount of money. It seems to raise the passion. We could talk about it all night long. Do you want to spend money or not?”

The vote was so moved; and approximately two-thirds of the 71 people present voted in favor of financing the Lakes Region Bus service.

(Continued from Page 1A) use ordinances that had been revised at the request of the Naples Board of Selectmen.

For the second year in a row, an ordinance that would define dwelling units and cooking and/or eating facilities, was debated and voted down.

A group of residents were angry over the possible implication of the alterations to the ordinance definitions.

Sue Poulin, who until Jan. 1 operated Village Hairdresser from her home, had been in violation of the law. Not for the at-home business, but because her single-family residence had more than one dwelling unit.

Poulin was concerned for citizens on a fixed income who cannot pay their mortgage and property tax without subleasing “mother-inlaw” apartments or rooms in their home.

“We need to protect the residents of this town. I understand the need to control growth. For taxpayers, we are the town. New laws should only apply to new construction,” she said.

Rather than disassembling the extra dwelling units, Poulin purchased “three acres of swamp land.”

“This is a classic example of government overreaching,” Poulin later said.

Another resident, Jim Grattelo, expressed a concern in the shift of attitude regarding the rights of private property owners.

“The character of this town is changing. In the past 22 years, this town has been pro-property rights,” he said.

“I know there is a new sheriff in town,” he said, referring to the code enforcement officer.

“The people in this town have to have a say in this community. Bob (Neault) is right. This should be handled by the community, by a committee, not by the person who enforces” the ordinances, Grattelo said.

“I recommend this item being tabled and voted down.

It needs to be vetted out,” he said.

During the Town Meeting, Naples Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) Renee Carter did not speak to address the purpose of the proposed ordinance definitions during the Town Meeting.

The selectmen wanted to make the definition of a residential dwelling “crystal clear,” she said.

“People near the water, or

not near the water, are building apartments in the home and renting them out,” she said.

This is permissible by law if there is enough land to do it.

“The state law says next to water you need 200 feet of water frontage, and 60,000 square feet per dwelling unit,” Carter said.

“When you make a bunkhouse you have cut that in half. You have taken away what is allowed, making smaller lots illegally,” she said.

“The town is still going to look at these dwelling units as houses and take action against it,” Carter said.

Another item, Warrant Article 47, governs for-profit campgrounds as well as temporary camps on private land.

The town manager and town attorney explained the intent of this ordinance before it was approved by a vote.

“This is intended for properties where someone moves in with a camper or a couple of campers, and sets up residency and lives there for 10 to 11 months out of year without a septic system,” Paraschak said.

He said it would forbid “squatter” type living.

Town Attorney Sally Duggett, Esq., said the definition of campground is slightly amended.

No campground is allowed in the Village zone district and/or critical zone areas such as wetlands, the Shoreland Zone or wildlife preserves, she said.

“This does not affect lawfully-existing campgrounds,” Duggett said.

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Editor’s note: In last week’s edition, The News published the Top 10% of Lake Region High School’s Class of 2015. Unfortunately, school officials incorrectly reported the names of the class salutatorian and honor essayist. The correct standing is listed below: Principal Ted Finn has announced the Top 10% for the Class of 2015. They include: Salutatorian: Harold Bracy of Sebago Parents: Harold Bracy Harold Bracy Sr. and Violet Guertin Sibling: Alan Bracy Activities: Reading, writing and math School Involvement: Drama Community Involvement: Healthy Youth Healthy Lake Region, volunteering for campaigns such as Angus King for Senator 2012 Hobbies: Blogging Future Plans: Graduate school in either Economics, Law or Public Policy, then work in community development, NGO’s, and/or consulting Lily Barrett College: Brown University (Early Decision) Awards: 2014 Questbridge Scholar, AP Scholar with Honors Scholarships: Very sizable grants from Brown University.

Honor Essayist: Lily Barrett of Sebago Parents: Leslie and Brent Barrett Sibling: Zoe Barrett Activities: Theatre, tennis, soccer and volleyball School Involvement: Student Council, National Honor Society Community Involvement: Peer Tutoring, IRIS Network, Partners for World Health, Maine Youth Leadership and Grab the Torch Hobbies: Playing the piano and reading Future Plans: Study Political Science and aim for a career in Campaign Management College: George Washington University Awards Received: University and Alumni Award Scholarships Received: Presidential Academic Scholarship,

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Less funds for Hall repair (Continued from Page 1A) meet a week before the vote to award the bid, saying that by so doing the board is trying to thwart the citizen petition process. They also aren’t happy that the board decided to attach their own “no” recommendation to Question 2, when traditionally selectmen have left citizen petition questions entirely up to voters to decide.

Doten’s bid states his company is available to start work immediately on the Town Hall repairs, consisting of basic stabilization work, blown-in wall insulation, replacing a broken floor beam, sheathing over roof opening for chimney replacement, replacing existing siding and replacing doors.

GRILL WINNER — Patrick Carty (center) held the winning ticket for an eightThe work does not include burner grill that the Ronald G. St. John VFW Post #9328 raffled off. The drawing a new furnace that is needed, was held Memorial Day after the parade. Also pictured are, on left, Cecil Barker, Post nor does it address a hole in Commander, and on the right, Patrick’s dad, Jim Carty. the roof. which was recently

discovered, which is causing moisture to build up in the interior walls on the Bridgton side of the building. With the reduction in the board’s bid award funding, the work also does not address grading and drainage in the parking lot to divert water away from the building.

Later in the meeting, resident Glen “Bear” Zaidman strongly recommended that selectmen immediately establish a citizens’ building advisory committee that would include local contractors.

“That way you would get rid of a lot of the problems you have with these projects,” Zaidman said. Both Chairman Bernie King and Murphy said they strongly support the idea. Peabody said the board already has agreed with his recommendation to work on creating a Capital

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to six high school seniors attend the Academy, along with international students who are in the 11th and 12th grade. In addition, he said, each summer the Academy runs a summer camp for students in Grades 4 to 7.

“It’s not a lot, but according to law the number of students shouldn’t make a difference,” Vigneau said.

Tremblay said she also did some research, and said the Academy is not considered a school by the state, but rather a CIS-commissioned

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The Planning Board sought its own legal opinion, however, and was told by Town Attorney Dick Spencer that the Gun-Free School Zones Act didn’t apply because Bridgton Academy is a post-secondary school.

Spencer said the Act only applies to schools serving grades K-12.

That might have settled the dispute, but Vigneau added a wrinkle when he said that each year, between three

independent school. She said the Academy is not on the list of institutions of higher learning in the state of Maine.

Therefore, she said, the GunFree School Zones Act would not apply.

Tremblay also pointed out that their Federal Firearms License has very strict guidelines. They must keep the handguns in display cases locked from behind, keep rifles and shotguns locked with chains and have security cameras and an alarm system. There will be locks on the guns when they leave the building, she said. No one would be able to see inside the shop from windows or doors, she added, and ammunition would be properly stored.

Tremblay said it’s been shown that a gun shop helps greatly in keeping guns out of the wrong hands. “Right now anyone can go into anyone’s

home and buy a gun,” she said. She added that a good part of their business will be done online and by mail, and guns aren’t the only items the shop will contain; she plans to set aside space to display her father’s World War II memorabilia.

“We’ve never had any problem in the area,” said Tremblay. “The neighbors keep an eye on things. And this is rural Maine. Hunters in vehicles drive by all the time (with guns) during hunting season.”

While several neighbors spoke against the shop, one woman from Fryeburg supported the couple’s plans.

“The parents who send their children to Bridgton Academy have to understand it’s a rural area. Hunting, fishing, shooting ansd target practicing — it’s the very core of who we are here,” she said.

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Julianne Forbes, a North Bridgton resident, said she and some of her neighbors are considering applying to have North Bridgton designated as a State Historic District because of the many historic buildings there, including the Jacob Hazen House.

“North Bridgton is rather unique — it’s one of the gems of Greater Bridgton,” Forbes said.

The board voted to recess the public hearing until their next meeting on Tuesday, June 23, in order to get further legal advice. Anne Krieg, director of planning, economic and community development, said she will also ask Bridgton Academy to send her school accreditation information. She’ll also look into precisely how retail gun shops are treated under the gun-free law, and how the law measures the 1,000-foot setback.

Improvement Plan after the elections, and a Capital Improvement Committee is part of that proposal. The CIP proposal will be on the board’s agenda for their next meeting.

Woods Pond bathhouse In other action, selectmen approved using up to $68,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to build a new bathhouse at Woods Pond Beach to replace the aging latrine there. The funds came available when they were no longer needed for a bathhouse at Highland Lake, which was built with help from local contractor Criterion Development for $36,000 using FEMA funds. Resident Chuck Renneker said Mark Lopez of Criterion has agreed to head up the Woods Pond bathhouse project as well.

There’s no easy way to provide a domestic waterline to the structure, so it was agreed that the bathhouse would need to be served by water from the pond, provided that a sign is posted on both sides saying, “Caution: Nonpotable water.

Do not drink.”

Selectman Paul Hoyt went along with the rest of the board in favoring the new use for the CDBG funds, but initially proposed the money would be better spent on the immediate needs for the Town Hall that weren’t foreseen when the bid specs went out.

“I’m not saying we don’t need a bathhouse, we just need the funds to go to Town Hall more,” Hoyt said.

But Anne Krieg, Director of Planning, Economic and Community Development, said county and federal CDBG officials have already been told the money would be used for a bathhouse, and if Question 2 passes the county would not be able to give Bridgton the funding.

Member Doug Taft added that, “It does not bode well for the board by changing horses in midstream.”

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Area Events Ribbon cutting for Vintage Souls store

The Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Bridgton business, Vintage Souls, on Friday, June 5, at 10 a.m. at their 3 Pleasant Street location. The store sells new eclectic finds on the porch and in the barn, including plants, vintage, home décor and shabby chic furniture. The chamber also would like to announce its newest member, WMTW-Hearst Television, Inc. of Portland.

Wildflower, herb quilt raffle The Lakeside Garden Club is putting the finishing touches on their next major fundraiser — a Maine wildflower and herb-themed quilt or wall hanging. The quilt committee has been busy throughout the winter embroidering

the quilt squares, in preparation of selling raffle tickets throughout the spring/summer months and holding the drawing in November. The quilt measures 41”x45” and features 25 Maine wildflowers and herbs. Each square is

Texas Hold’em Tournament in Harrison

HARRISON — The Harrison Lions Club will be holding their Texas Hold’em Tournament on Saturday, June 6, at the VFW Hall on Waterford Road in Harrison. There will be a $55 entry fee.

Doors open at noon, with a starting time at 1 p.m. This is a BYOB event, with great food and refreshments available. The proceeds will be used to help support local children’s programs such as eye screening for school-age children, Christmas for kids, and scholarships. Remember, you cannot win if you don’t play.

Brooklyn’s Brother(hood) Dance! to perform

DENMARK — Brother(hood) Dance!, based in Brooklyn, N.Y., will show new works-in-progress this Saturday, June 6, at 7 p.m. at the Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, Denmark.

The dance company is in Denmark for a weeklong residency through Hio Ridge Dance and the Denmark Arts Center, and is developing new dances while guest teaching at Fryeburg Academy. Come get a sneak peek — do not miss this opportunity to see some of New York’s finest contemporary dancers. Learn more at www.hioridgedance.com. For more information, call 452-2412.

Pancake Breakfast in West Baldwin

WEST BALDWIN — A Pancake Breakfast will be served on Saturday, June 6, from 7 to 9 a.m. at the West Baldwin United Methodist Church on Route 113 in West Baldwin. The menu includes sausage, scrambled eggs, coffee and orange juice. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children age 10 and under.

Scribner’s Sawmill and Homestead open for Tours

HARRISON — Tours of the historic Scribner’s Mill will be held on the first and third Saturdays of the month for the summer season. The next open house will be on June 6, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Tour includes the mill, which still has much of its original barrel and shingle-making equipment, the barn, icehouse and the 1849 homestead, interpreted as it appeared in the 1920s. A minimum donation of $5 is requested per adult. Scribner’s Mill is located on Scribner’s Mill Road, off Maple Ridge Road. For more information, call 583-6455.

$1 a Bag Sale at Lovell Thrift Shop

LOVELL — A $1 a Bag Sale will be held at the Thrift Shop of the Lovell United Church of Christ from Monday, June 8, to Saturday, June 20. The shop is located in the church on Route 5 in Center Lovell, and is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Also included are free toys and books. The shop will be closed on Saturday, June 13 for a memorial service and will also be closed Monday, June 22 and Wednesday, June 24 during Vacation Bible School.

Geologic history of Waterford

WATERFORD — The Waterford Historical Society begins its summer schedule with the annual meeting on Thursday, June 11, at 7 p.m. at the Old Town House (next to Keoka Town Beach) in Waterford Flat. The program for the evening is “Our Geologic History” by Jim Dover. There will be potluck refreshments. This begins a series of events that looks at the town’s mining past. The meeting to follow on Thursday, July 9, will be on “Rocks and Minerals in Waterford,” to be held at the Wilkins House, followed by a tour of local mines on Saturday, July 11.

AARP Smart Driver course offered

The Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot Street, Bridgton, will host the AARP Smart Driver course from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 13. Advance registration is needed no later than Monday, June 8, as the class size is limited. Another class will be held Sept. 19. To register, phone the Bridgton Community Center at 647-3116. The registration fee is $15 for AARP members, $20 for others. This four-hour refresher course is for experienced drivers 50 years of age and older. Topics include safe driving strategies, defensive driving techniques, new traffic

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framed in tan and has a border and backing print of our Maine State Flower — the Pine Cone and Tassle.

You will be able to view this special piece of artwork at Art in Park, Art in Bloom, the Chickadee Quilt Show, and in front of the Rufus Porter Museum during the Fourth of July Parade. You

can purchase your tickets at any of these places, from any Garden Club member or by calling Joanne Webb at 6478592.

This one-of-a-kind keepsake will be a charming addition as a wall hanging in any Maine camp or home, or given as a gift to a special summer visitor.

Rotary plans summer events

Summer is here and with it the familiar sights around town — flowers in the welltended beds along Main Street, flags on the lampposts, boats launching at Highland Beach, cars lined up for the drive-in and ice cream shops, and many more out of town visitors.

Two events to be held by the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club have become part of this changing Bridgton scene.

The 6th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 13 at Lake Kezar Country Club. This is a four-person Scramble that includes a cookout at A MAINE KEEPSAKE — The quilt being raffled off by Ebeneezer’s Pub, offers prizthe Lakeside Garden Club has 25 Maine wildflowers and es and awards in several catherbs embroidered into the squares. egories, including a SUV for

Blues Fest tickets on sale now

Tickets for the 10th Anniversary Maine Blues Festival in Naples, June 19-21, are now on sale at many area businesses. Advance tickets are $16, $18 day of fest.

There will also be a special $10 ticket price for all veterans who purchase tickets at the American Legion Post #155 in Naples, on Friday night, June 19, from 5 p.m. to close.

Advance tickets are currently available at these businesses in Naples: American Legion Post #155, Songo River Queen, Bray’s Brewpub, Freedom Café, Sandy’s on Long Lake, Merced’s, Captain Jack’s, Norway Savings Bank and Tony’s Foodland.

Tickets are also available at several area campgrounds including Point Sebago, Colonial Mast, Four Seasons, Naples KOA, Crooked River and Loons Haven. Also at Dube’s Music in Freeport,

Spring Point Tavern in South Portland, Railroad Tavern in Lisbon Falls and at all Bull Moose locations. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.mainebluesfestival.com The Maine Blues Festival is a one-of-a-kind event in that all the performers are Maine-based. Unlike other larger festivals, the Maine Blues festival strongly supports keeping the blues alive in Maine, by giving these hard-working Maine performers a stage.

“We receive hundreds of applications to perform from folks outside Maine,” says Kevin Kimball, “when we explain this festival is only for Maine musicians many of them say they wish their State did something like that for them.”

The 10th Anniversary Maine Blues Festival has received tremendous support this year and is presented by

three major Event Sponsors.

Port Harbor Marine, WMTW8 and Shipyard Brewing have all stepped up to bring you the best fest yet. With over 50 performers on 10 stages, an awe-inspiring fireworks display Saturday night and over 20 vendors on the Village Green this festival really has it going on. If you see them at the festival please take a moment to say “thank you” for helping to make this great annual event something really special.

The festival is also sponsored by the Umbrella Factory, Granite Coast Entertainment, Soul Tramp Amps, Digitaliteracy, Bonneau’s Sausage Kitchen, Turner Publishing, WMPG and WMWV, as well as a multitude of other area businesses. To see a complete listing of area sponsors or for more information go to www. mainebluesfestival.com

a Hole-in-One! A sight you’ll also soon see is the traditional Duck Race held each July 4 at 11:30 a.m. on Stevens Brook in Bridgton. This will be the 16th year the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club has sponsored this event. Tickets will soon be for sale outside Renys, at the fireworks on July 3 and on the morning of the Fourth.

Proceeds from these and other fundraisers help support many needs across the communities. Among these are: two scholarships given at Lake Region High School each year, tuition for five sophomores to attend a leadership camp in June, dictionaries for all third graders at Stevens Brook and Songo Locks Elementary Schools, recognition each month to Citizens of the Month, and monetary support to six local food pantries. The Rotary thanks the many supporters in the communities who allow members to continue this work.

The Bridgton Lake Region Rotary Club, a nonprofit service organization, helps our local communities’ youth, elderly, veterans and others worldwide in need of food, utilities, education, and access to health care and other services by providing financial support and engaging in hands-on projects.

The Rotary serves Bridgton, Denmark, Harrison, Naples and Sweden. Please visit online at www.lakeregionrotary.com

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laws and rules of the road. The class helps drivers adjust to agerelated changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Drivers in Maine 55 years of age and older are entitled to discounts on their insurance premiums for three years after taking or retaking this course. More information may be found on the Internet at www.

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SEBAGO — Sebago as a child on Saturday, June a board book she has illusnative Jada Fitch will return 13, at 7 p.m., to read and dis- trated. The book is based on to the library she frequented cuss The Snowy Owl Story, a true story and is the result of a collaboration with children’s book author Melissa Kim, Islandport Press and the Maine Audubon Society.

Jada grew up in a familybuilt log cabin in Sebago.

Much of her childhood was spent attending art classes, doing craft projects, and building forts at her grandparents’ general store. She now resides in Portland with her husband Philip and dog Daisy. When she’s not at her desk drawing, she’s usually out birding, or knitting and watching nature documentaries.

Her client list includes The Maine Audubon Society, The Humane Society, Think Fun, Cambridge University Press, Esquire, Reals of Fantasy and Appleseeds magazines.

CONSERVATION ART — Sebago native Jada Fitch, an She is the author of Tea illustrator whose client list includes the Maine Audubon with Hazel. Jada’s gorgeous Society, among others, will read and discuss her new- illustrations help tell a conest book, The Snowy Owl Story, at a Saturday, June 13 servation story designed to Push Back the Stacks program at 7 p.m. at Spaulding engage a Pre-K through secMemorial Library in Sebago. ond grade audience, though

Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club workshop

SOUTH PARIS — The Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club will hold a workshop on splitting bees on Saturday, June 13, at 1 p.m. at the Oxford County Extension Center, 9 Olson Road, South Paris. Ken Record and Jerry Record will lead the demonstration.

Weather permitting, there will be on hand an open hive with a Top Bar Hive, Warre Hive and the Club’s Hive, so bring your veils.

The public is welcome. For more information, contact Kevin Farr at farrout@roadrunner.com, or visit www.mainehoneybees.com.

A program on creating digital scrapbooks

HIRAM — Patricia Turner of the Parsonsfield-Porter Historical Society will do a free public presentation on digital scrapbooking on Saturday, June 13, at the next meeting of the Hiram Historical Society, 20 Historical Ridge (off Schoolhouse Road, off Route 177) in Hiram Village. The business meeting will begin at 1 p.m., followed by the program at 1:30 p.m. Turner, a professional photographer, will show how you can save your family stories in words and pictures on computer, whether it’s by mounting photos and clippings on paper and scanning them into your computer or whether it’s all done on the computer. Participants will learn something new about design and the techniques of telling their family story in an interesting and compelling way. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 625-4762.

Brownfield Lions dance with Ridge Riders

BROWNFIELD — The Brownfield Lions Club will be hosting a public dance on Saturday, June 13, from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Brownfield Lions Den, corner of Routes 5 and 113 in Brownfield. The dance, for adults 21 and older, will feature country western music by Linwood Cash & The Ridge Riders.

The dance is BYOB, and admission is $15 per person. Proceeds benefit the Brownfield Lions Community Projects Fund. There will also be a 50/50 and a bottle raffle held. For more information or reservations, call Earl at 935-2911.

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All You Can Eat Buffet Supper in Fryeburg

FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Historical Society is hosting an “All You Can Eat Buffet Supper” on Saturday, June 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the East Conway Community Hall in East Conway, N.H. The menu will include baked beans, homemade brown bread, casseroles, salads and dessert. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. All proceeds will benefit the restoration fund for the Col. Samuel Osgood House, home of the Fryeburg Historical Society at 83 Portland Street in Fryeburg.

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Lynda and Bill Rudd have been working away in the jewelry studio, handcrafting gorgeous new designs to spruce up our jewelry cases for the upcoming season. Maine’s famous shades of red, pink, green, and blue tourmaline gems evoke a summer elegance when expertly set in Lynda’s one-of-a-kind gold rings.

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SOUTH PARIS — The Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club will hold its June dance on the second Saturday of the month, June 13, at the Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street, South Paris, from 7 to 10 p.m. Don Bachelder of Bernardston, Mass. will call Mainstream and Plus Dancing. Sandra Burke of Herman will cue the Rounds. Admission is $6 per person, and there’ll be refreshments, a 50/50 drawing and door prizes. Host/Hostesses are Melody Cox of Bryant Pond, Robert Weaver of Norway and Pam Reed of Bridgton. Non-dancers are welcome at no charge.

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Bill Janelle, the talented self-taught sculptor and local returning favorite, has new pieces all throughout the gallery. His quirky, rustic, style focuses mostly on the subject matter of Maine fauna, and brings life to our spaces. The balance of realism and selfexpression is perfected in Bill’s sculpture work, and exhibits an understanding and respect for his mediums of stone, wood, and bronze as well as an understanding and respect for the motion and vitality of the nature he depicts.

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“David translates the roughness of an oilrig as easily as he does a calm summers day. He fills each of his canvases with a plethora of meticulous texture, reminiscent of the patterned fabrics that can be found in American folk art. With the bold intermingling of oil color seen in Dupree’s impressionistic style of pointillism, his works transport you into a vivid vignette of everyday life, captured through a lens of fantasy,” the Rudds said. “We are excited to display David Dupree’s eye-catching new work in the gallery.”

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Early settlers of Bridgton area featured in talk SEBAGO — Stalwart pioneers, famous battles, predatory wild beasts, and a mysterious resident from darkest Africa will all be featured at an upcoming talk by local author and historian, Caroline Grimm.

Grimm will be discussing the early years of the settling of Bridgton and the surrounding towns at a feature presentation at Sebago Historical Society on Convene Road in Sebago.

The talk will take place on Saturday, June 6 at 2 p.m.

Grimm is the author of the popular Voices of Pondicherry book series.

She is introducing the third book in the series, Cabin in Glory, published May 31. The novel follows the lives of the early settlers from about 1749 until 1794. Encompassing the events leading up to the Revolutionary War through the incorporation of a Maine

town, the novel follows the lives of three early citizens, Enoch, Anna, and Cloe Perley.

Enoch Perley was an early settler in what was then known as Pondicherry. His wife, Anna, joined him soon after he built his first cabin, a cabin that is still in existence nearly 240 years later.

With Anna, came Bridgton’s most exotic resident, Cloe Perley, a 10-year-old slave girl from Guinea, Africa.

CASCO — The RaymondCasco Historical Society will welcome guest Adma Willis on Monday, June 8 at 7 p.m. at the Historical Museum on Route 302 in Casco to speak on “History & Memories of The Lower Raymond Cape.”

At this program, Willis will be share her knowledge ‘Cabin in Glory’ by local author and historian Caroline and memories of the history Grimm of the Lower Raymond Cape

including the history of the quarry there that few are even aware of.

After the fire in 1948, Adma’s father began buying land on the Lower Raymond Cape, and was very active in a variety of land projects there.

Adma’s parents met in Gorham, and went to college there “free of charge” with the agreement of teaching in

Maine when their education was completed. Her father went on to teach manual arts in Guilford, and her mother taught elementary school in Sanford. Adma’s parents continued to place a high value on education throughout their lives, putting six of their children through college. Every year, a scholarship is awarded in Gorham in their name.

Adma raised four children, and now has nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Among other things, she worked at the familyowned hotel in Kennebunk on the ocean, and more recently taught school here in SAD 61.

Adma has now been retired at her home on the cape for 25 years on the land given to her

For more information about the series, visit www.

VoicesofPondicherry.com.

The book will be available for sale or order from the author on the afternoon of the event. Copies of the first two books, Wild Sweeps the Wind and Beneath Freedom’s Wing will also be available.

To contact the author, call 515-2393. To contact Sebago Historical Society, call Ann Burns at 787-2489 or Diana Letellier at 787-3532.

Adma Willis at RCHS June 8

Coat raffle to benefit library

Firefly Boutique is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Firefly is an exciting shop that makes clothes, jewelry and gift shopping a fabulous experience!

The raffle joins a host of fundraising efforts sponsored by the Bridgton Public Library, which include monthly book sales and the world-famous Fourth of July Road Race. The summer book sale is scheduled for July 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a rain date of July 18.

The next monthly meetings of the Friends of the Bridgton Public Library are June 9 and July 14 at 1:30 p.m. Meetings are held at the library.

The Bridgton Public Library is located at the corner of Main and Church Streets and is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and THIS ADORABLE GIRL’S COAT may be yours if you Saturdays. Call 647-2472 for enter the Bridgton Public Library’s summer raffle. questions about the raffle or (Photo courtesy of Ellia Manners) any other matter!

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Sassy & Blue and Firefly Boutique, located at 82 Main Street, Bridgton, has teamed up with the Friends of the Library, to raise money for innovative library projects.

The complete line of imaginative and creative clothing from Sassy & Blue is available at Firefly. The raffle winner will have a choice of the denim coat at the library or any Sassy & Blue clothing item at Firefly.

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An extremely proud great-grandmother cially if it’s what you dreamed of doing but never dared to do. A special congratulation goes out to Kyle Bennett, Luke Spencer and Dylan Knapp from Hopsing and Lisa.

Last week was the last gathering of the Charlotte Hobbs Library’s cribbage group (the Skunk Den), which will take a break until the Wednesday after Fryeburg Fair. All players met at the home of Irene and Al St. Germain to celebrate another great year. Since beginning in 1999, the group has added new members year after year, but this year seemed to be the largest number of new people. The games were hot and heavy until lunchtime.

After a great lunch, we had the awards. These awards are witty, cleaver and original, with Al’s ideas and Irene’s fantastic computer artwork. Al picks ideas up from the conversations going around during play, and uses his funny, great sense of humor to fit each individual. For the last two years, we started play right after the fair, so this year the group presented Library Board President Dell Foss and Director Anna Romer with a total donation of $1,300. The group has a great time and the library prospered.

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by Ethel Gilmore-Hurst Lovell Correspondent 925-3226 ehurst3@yahoo.com Community Garden Group will be preparing the vegetable garden for the season. Like last year, the produce from the garden will go to the Sweden Food Pantry. If anyone is interested in joining the group, they can contact Anna or Rosie at 925-3177 for more information.

In other library news for June, there will be a yoga three-week discussion series on Wednesdays, June 10, 17 and 24, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

The Brown Bag Book Chat will meet on Thursday, June 4, at noon. There will be an Art Reception with those who have been working with Margaret Nomentana on Sunday, June 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. The Writing Group will meet on Thursday, June 11 and 25, at 12:30 p.m.

The Adult Book Discussion Series “Making a Difference: How Love and Duty Changes Lives,” will be meeting on

Monday, June 8, at 1 p.m.

The book to be discussed will be All Quiet on the Western Front. Fortunately for this group Professor Sue Lanser will be leading the group in the discussion in July.

The United Church of Christ Vacation Bible School will take place the week of June 22–26, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for children ages three and up. The theme this year is “Everest: Conquering Challengers with God’s Mighty Power,” and the children should experience their best week of the summer, making new friends, taking part in amazing experiments and glacier games. For more information or to register, you can go to the website www.groupybspro.com/vbs/ez/lovellUCC or call Vicki at 925-1444.

The United Church of Christ Thrift shop will be having a $1 a bag sale on June 8,

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After a stay in CMMC’s cardiology unit, Jack Glavine has been most grateful to neighbors in Heritage Hill for their many kindnesses, culminating Monday just before dark when David Keefe stopped in and said, ”How about I mow that lawn?” Jack and Polly give many thanks to all. Get well soon, Jack, from Cheryl and Jolene. Oh — and tell David he can come mow my lawn anytime!

LOL. Very sad at the passing of Beulah Holden. Condolences go out to her family and many friends. She was so sweet, I was seeing her quite regularly at our Red Hat groups, always with a smile and always asking how Jolene

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She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

How’s this for a switch in the weather? It was so hot for a couple of days you couldn’t breathe, and now it’s rainy, cold and damp. We do need the rain, but three days straight of it is a little too much, as I can attest from the length of my lawn. I think it should be nice in the day-

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Amber Feyler of Casco has a boy, Ethan G. Feyler, born May 3, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital.

Leanne (Dyer) and William Tracy of Denmark have a boy, Calvin William Tracy, born May 16, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Calvin joins a brother, Nolan Tracy, 2. Maternal grandparents are Diana Dyer and the late Bryan Smith of Abbot. Paternal grandparents are Holly Tracy and the late Michael Cote of Buxton. Great-grandparents are Dorothy Smith, Walter Dyer and Elliott Tracy.

Ariel Day of Naples has a girl, Leira Lynn Day, born May 16, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Maternal grandparents are Allison Day and Ron Gatch of Standish. Great-grandparent is Robert H. Day of Portland.

Kiersten Kise and Christopher Beaudoin of Norway have a boy, Gordon Christopher Beaudoin, born May 13, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Gordon joins a sister, Lily, 18 months. Maternal grandparents are Paul and Carol Kise of Waterford. Paternal grandparents are Joline True of Lewiston and David Beaudoin of Virginia. Great-grandparents are Cecile and Roger Castonguay of Lewiston.

Shirley Thunder Horse and Kenneth R. Frost III of Bridgton have a boy, Kenneth R. Frost IV, born May 10, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Kenneth IV joins siblings Stacy Thunder Horse, 10, Shirkeyshaw Winters, 10, Kathryn Frost, 7, Sarah Frost, 6, and Sophia Frost, 3.

Janae Mills and Andrew Brooks of Bridgton have a girl, Thalia Lou Brooks, born May 3, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital.

Thalia joins a sister, Peyton Lyn Isham-Brooks, 5. Maternal grandparents are Cheryl and Larry Howe of Standish and David Mills of Japan. Paternal grandparents are LeeAnn Patten of Godwin, N.C., and Mark Brooks of Bath. Greatgrandparents are Neva Smith, Jean Lord Greenlaw, Ann and Leroy Patten and Mavis and Norba Brooks.

Marissa (Estes) and Samuel Dobbin of Raymond have a boy, Zachary Christopher Dobbin, born May 19, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Maternal grandparents are April and Richard Morrell of East Baldwin. Paternal grandparents are Joyce and Eugene Long of Raymond.

Vanessa and Allan Reed of Brownfield have a boy, Chase Wallace Reed, born May 21, 2015 at Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H. Chase weighed seven pounds, seven ounces, and joins his older brother, Nathan Rex Reed, age 4. Maternal grandparents are Pauline and Scott Ames of Brownfield. Paternal grandparents are Mark Hamlin and Laurie Henry of Denmark. Great-grandmother is Betty Crivello of Stow.

Abigail Simmons and Shawn Malespini of Denmark have a girl, Saveenah Kae Malespini, born May 25, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Maternal grandparents are Kathie and Danny Simmons of Waterford. Paternal grandparents are Kathy and Steve Malespini of Gorham, N.H. Carrie (Doe) and Alex Erickson of Fryeburg have a boy, Wyatt Alexander Erickson, born May 25, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. Wyatt joins a brother, Kenneth, 21 months. Maternal grandparents are Charlie Doe of Conway, N.H., and Clare and Brad MacRae of Fryeburg. Paternal grandparent is Dana Erickson of Chatham, N.H. Great-grandparents are Pat and Fred Erickson of Great Falls, Montana, Lewis Bartlett of Colebrook, N.H., and Goldie Hermon of Bridgton.

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The Fryeburg Historical Society will be holding a fundraiser to help with the restoration of the Col. Samuel Osgood House, the present home of the Society. They will be holding an “All You Can Eat Buffet Supper” on Saturday, June 13, at the East Conway Community Hall from 5 to 7 p.m. The menu is the old-time Saturday night special: baked beans and brown bread, casseroles, salads and dessert. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids. For more information, contact Diane Jones at 256-7468 or e-mail ewjones@ roadrunner.com Again, if your Lovell organization has your special occasion dates for July or August, please get them to Ethel.

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If you would like to improve your health and lifestyle, there will be a “wrap party” on Thursday, June 4, at the library at 6 p.m. There will be demonstrations of products that will help you lose weight and improve skin tone, and for those who want to “tighten, tone, or firm,” there will be sample wraps available for $30, or $25 with a coupon.

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My daughter Robin and I had an eventful weekend traveling to Massachusetts to attend my great-granddaughter Mariah Hurst’s graduation from the Whitman Hanson Regional High School. I know I look too young for a greatgranddaughter, but I’ll tell you this was a very proud greatgrandmother.

Mariah did her family proud, receiving several scholarships and standing for several activities, including as the captain of the National Championship Cheerleading Team. Mariah will be attending Bridgewater State College in the fall to become a social worker dealing with abused children.

Robin and I were amazed at the crazy drivers in Massachusetts — yes I know we have them in Maine, too — but we have more space in Maine for them. We were happy to cross the state line back home to Maine.

I’d like to congratulate the recent graduates of Fryeburg Academy on the completion of 12 years of hard study. I have known many of you from the New Suncook School and wish you well in the future.

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Service notes Bethel Moose Fest June 12-14

Air Force Airman Tucker J. Irish graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Tucker is the son of Michael Irish of Sebago and Penny Jo Daniels of Bridgton and stepson of Nancy Kay of Sebago. He is also the brother of Patrick Irish.

The airman graduated in 2014 from Lake Region High School, Naples.

BETHEL — The annual Maine Moose Hunting Permit Lottery will anchor three days of celebration of Maine’s State Animal during the Bethel Moose Festival from Friday to Sunday, June 12 to 14, on Bethel’s Town Common.

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A fourth regional qualifying round for the Maine Moose Calling Championship will start off the event at The Bethel Inn Resort on Friday. Maine’s nationally-touring alt-country rock band, The Mallett Brothers, will also perform Friday evening.

Saturday will feature the finals of the Moose Calling Championship, kids’ activities, hunting and fishing demonstrations, a raffle, and vendors including guides, outdoor products, nonprofits, crafts, and food. Youth Field Day at the UMaine 4-H Camp & Learning Center in Bryant Pond and a camp benefit golf tournament at The Bethel Inn Resort will round out activities on Sunday.

The main sponsor of the event is Cabela’s, along with Bethel Bait Tackle & More, L.L.Bean, Townsquare Media, Allen’s Coffee Brandy, Baxter Brewing Co., Bangor Daily News, and Orion Outfitters & Guide Service. For information, contact the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce at info@bethelmaine.com, 824-2282, or visit www.bethelmainemoosefest.com or Facebook.

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HARRISON — The Friends of Harrison Village Library will hold their annual Book, Bake and Plant Sale on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the library.

The Friends support various library programs and “extras” such as summer reading prizes, the library’s movie license, and museum passes. This fundraiser makes that support possible.

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Lake Region Lenders & Resource Partners, 9 a.m. to noon, Shawnee Peak.

FMI: 743-0499.

Fri., June 12 — ATTENTION TO ALL Joy of Singing, 3 p.m., ORGANIZATIONS! Community Center.

All calendar listings/press Sat., June 13 — releases must be sent in at least AARP Driver Safety one week before the event. Class for 55+, 9 a.m. to E-mail bnews@roadrunner. 1:30 p.m., Community com or mail to P.O. Box 244, Center. FMI: 647-3116.

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BROWNFIELD Thur., June 4 — Rec BALDWIN Committee meeting, 6 Sat., June 6 — Pancake p.m., Community Center.

Breakfast, 7 to 9 a.m., West Fri., June 5 — Camp Baldwin United Methodist Husky Open House & Church, Rte. 113.

Parents Meeting, 5-7 p.m., Community Center.

BRIDGTON Fri., June 5 — First Thur., June 4 — Low-cost spay/neuter clinic by Rozzie Aid & CPR Class taught May Animal Alliance, register by Fryeburg Rescue, 6 8 a.m. at Paris Farmers Union. p.m., Community Center.

Thur., June 4 — Free Must prepay.

Sat., June 13 — Community Kettle Supper served with local produce, Brownfield Lions Dance pulled pork sandwiches by with Linwood Cash & Village Folk Festival vol- The Ridge Riders, 8 p.m. unteers, 5 p.m., Community to midnight, Lions Den, corner Rtes. 5 & 113.

Center.

Fri.-Sun., June 5-7 — FMI: 935-2911.

Maine Canoe Symposium, CASCO public teaching workshops.

Thur., June 4 — Register: www.mainecano- Casco Farmers’ Market esymposium.org opens for season.

Fri., June 5 — Chamber NEW SIDEWALKS — The concrete sidewalks are nearly complete on both sides of Depot Street in Bridgton, where Sun., June 7 — Ribbon Cutting at Vintage Recycled Art Workshop, utility lines have been raised to taller telephone poles across the street to improve aesthetic sightlines. The repaving Souls, 10 a.m., 3 Pleasant St. 2 to 3 p.m., library. and streetscape project by J. Pratt Construction includes new pavement, lantern-style lighting and landscaping, and Fri., June 5 — Wine & Tue., June 9 — Town is on track for completion by July 1. The road, which has been closed the past month, should reopen soon, once all Cheese Reception for pho- Elections, polls open 8 the curbing has been installed.

(Geraghty Photo) tographers Drew & Margaret a.m. to 8 p.m., Casco Lindsey Sanborn, 5-7 p.m., Community Center.

Gallery 302, Main St. Wed., June 10 — Mon., June 8 — The Food discusses her book, The Snowy Sat., June 6 — State Town Meeting, 7 p.m., Central Chi in the Park begins, 9 a.m., VFW Hall, Waterford Rd. Bicentennial Park. If rain, use Sat., June 6 — Tours at Basket and Kyrie’s Kitchen, 1 Owl Story, 7 p.m., Spaulding Rep. Phyllis Ginzler, 10 a.m., Fire Station, Rte. 121.

Municipal Bldg.

Scribner’s Mill & Homestead, to 3 p.m., Town Hall gym. FMI: Memorial Library, Rte. 114.

Community Center.

DENMARK Fri., June 12 — Easy hike 1 to 4 p.m., Scribner’s Mill Rd., 615-3226.

FMI: 787-2321.

Sun., June 7 — Camp Fri., June 5 — Difficult to Table Rock and Step Falls, off Maple Ridge Rd. FMI: 583Tue., June 9 — Scrabble, 7 Pondicherry Open House, 1 to 4 WATERFORD p.m., library. p.m., 85 Camp Pondicherry Rd. hike to Speckled Mountain, Grafton Notch, by Denmark 6455.

Thur., June 11 — Waterford Evans Notch, by Denmark Mountain Hikers, meet 8 a.m.

Sat., June 6 — Book Club Wed., June 10 — Rep. from Historical Society program Mon., Tue., June 8, 9 — Sen. Angus King’s office on on geology of Waterford with Oral Health Dental Clinic, Mountain Hikers, meet 8 a.m. at Denmark Congregational for Adults, 2 p.m., library. at Denmark Congregational Church. FMI: 756-2247.

Tue., June 9 — Town hand, 2 to 4 p.m., library.

Stevens Brook Elementary Jim Dover, 7 p.m., Old Town Elections, polls open 8 a.m. to Thur., June 11 — Trip House, Waterford Flat.

School, call for appt.: 627-4291. Church. FMI: 756-2247.

FRYEBURG Fri., June 5 — Town to Pineland Farms by Songo Tue., June 9 — Town Fri., June 5 — Bradley 8 p.m., Town Office.

AREA EVENTS Wed., June 10 — Town Garden Club, carpool 9 a.m.

Elections, polls open 8 a.m. to Elections, polls open 8 a.m. to 8 Backstage Concert featurp.m., Denmark Municipal Bldg.

Thur., June 4 — North Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Harrison from American Legion, Rte. 11.

8 p.m., Town Hall, No. High St. Sat., June 6 — Town ing Junco, 7:30 p.m., Leura Elementary School Gym. Conway Book Group, Me FMI: 693-4871.

Wed., June 10 — Town Meeting, 9 a.m., Denmark Hill Eastman Performing Arts Thur., June 11 — K-3 Lego Before You by Jojo Moyes, Meeting, 7 p.m., Town Hall, Center, Fryeburg Academy.

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10:30 a.m., No. Conway No. High St. Thur., June 4 — Brown Club, 4 to 5 p.m., library.

Sat., June 6 — Nepal earth- FMI: 935-9232.

Library, No. Conway, N.H. Sat., June 13 — Read to Wed., June 10 —Caregiver Sat., June 6 — Country/ Bag Book Chat, noon, library.

Kendall the Therapy Dog, 10 FMI: 603-356-2961.

Support Group, 1 p.m., quake talk by Rick and Celia rock/oldies dance by Mt. Thur., June 4 — Wrap Wilcox, recently returned from Thur., June 4 — Community Center.

Washington Valley Old Car Party, tighten, tone & firm, li- a.m., library.

Community Tick Tock, talk Wed., June 10 — COPD Nepal, 7 p.m., Centennial Hall. Club, 7 to 11 p.m., Fryeburg brary RAYMOND Sat., June 6 — Dance peron Lyme disease, 6:30 p.m., Support Group, 1 p.m., Sun., June 7 — Art Sat., June 6 — Annual Norway Library, Main St., formance by Brother(hood) Fairgrounds Natural Resource Community Center.

Center.

FMI: 603-356-3563.

Reception with Margaret Plant Sale, 7 to 11 a.m., library.

Norway.

Wed., June 10 — Prostate Dance!, Brooklyn, N.Y., 7 p.m., Tue., June 9 — Town Nomentana, 5-7 p.m., library.

Sun., June 7 — Wine Myths Fri., Sat., June 5, 6 — Be Cancer Support Group, 6:30 Denmark Arts Center, 50 W. Elections, polls open 8 a.m.

Mon., June 8 — $1 a Bag 101 with Layne Witherell, 2:30 Kind Festival, fundraiser for Main St. FMI: 452-2412. p.m., Community Center.

Mon., June 8 — Free Tai to 8 p.m., American Legion, Sale starts at Lovell Thrift to 4 p.m., library. FMI: 655- hospice nonprofit, starts 6:45 Thur., June 11 — Meet the Bradley St. Shop, also June 10, 17 & 20, 10 4283. p.m. Fri., Sat. events start 9 Thur., June 11 — Town a.m. to noon, Lovell Church of Sun., June 7 — Age-related a.m., Schouler Park, No. Meeting, 6 p.m., Leura Hill Christ, Rte. 5. movies with group discus- Conway, N.H. FMI: 1-800-499Eastman Performing Arts Mon., June 8 — Adult sion follow up, 4 to 6:30 p.m., 4171.

Traditional Country and Rock Oldies Center, Fryeburg Academy.

Book Discussion Series, All Raymond Village Church.

Fri., June 5 — First Friday Come Sat., June 13 — All You Quiet on the Western Front, 1 Thur., June 11 — Raymond reception for artist Lauren Head, Can Eat Buffet Supper, 5 to p.m., library.

Food Pantry, 4-6 p.m., Lake 5 to 8 p.m., Frost Farm Gallery, s!

7 p.m., Fryeburg Historical Wed., June 10 — 3-wk. dis- Region Baptist Church, 1273 272 Pikes Hill, Norway.

With U Featuring award-winning Society, 83 Portland St. FMI: cussion series on yoga begins, Main St. FMI: 232-5830.

Sat., June 6 — Maine Trails 697-3484, 256-7468.

5:30 p.m., library; also on June Thur., June 11 — Paint Day Wildflower Walk along THE WILDWOODS BAND from Maine 17, 24. the Town, 6:30 p.m., Raymond Step Falls Trail in Newry, meet HARRISON Saturday, June 6 • 7 to 11 p.m.

Thur., June 11 — Writing Public Safety Bldg.

Sat., June 6 — Texas 9 a.m. at parking lot, Rte. 26, Fryeburg Fairgrounds Natural Resource Center Hold’em Tournament, doors Group, 12:30 p.m., library.

SEBAGO 8 mi. from Rte. 2. FMI: 824Tickets: $20 couple/$10 single • BYOB and snacks open noon, play starts 1 p.m., NAPLES Mon., June 8 — Sebago 3806.

Food Pantry, Nazarene Sat., June 6 — Maine Tickets at the door or for advance sales contact: Church, Rte. 114, 3 to 7 p.m. Author Series, In the Bleak Ron & Jeanne Hayes 603-356-3563; Bob & Anne Hatch 207-935-2081; Sat., June 13 — or Henry & Holly Foster 207-935-2915 CALENDAR, Page 7B Illustrator Jada Fitch reads & Sponsored by the Mt. Washington Valley Old Car Club to benefit the Scholarship Fund

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Swingin’ Bears pass gavel

Joseph Church, 225 High St., Bridgton.

WEDNESDAYS Lovell Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., beside Wicked Good Store, Rte. 5.

Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Raymond Library.

Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Knitting Group, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell.

MOAL Cruise Nights, 5-8 p.m., Mack’s Place, 224 Portland Rd., thru Sept. 16, weather permitting. FMI: 935-3548.

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

Minecraft Club, 6 p.m., Waterford Library.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, Rte. 302, So. Casco.

THURSDAYS AA Ladies Step-Meeting, 7 a.m. & 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, Rte. 302, So. Casco.

Casco Farmers’ Market, 9

a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, Village Green.

Adult Children of Alcoholics, 10 a.m., Waterford Library.

Mah Jongg, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Naples Library.

Storytime, 10 a.m., Harrison Library, Harrison Village.

Musical Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Naples Library.

Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Library, Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

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

Free Tech Support, 4-7 p.m., Naples Library. Appts.: 693-6841.

Middle School Minecraft Club, 4 p.m., Naples Library.

Needlecraft Gathering, 4 to 7 p.m., Naples Library.

Read to Bear the Therapy Dog, 4:30 p.m., Naples Library.

Table Tennis, 5 to 8 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall. All welcome.

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

Pajama Storytime, 6 p.m., Naples Library.

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

Al-Anon, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.,

Open Meeting, Naples Methodist Church, Village Green.

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

FRIDAYS Coffee Shop Social Time, 9 a.m. to noon, Waterford Library.

Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club, 9:15 a.m., Rec Building, King St., Oxford. FMI: 783-4153.

Lego Club, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., for ages 7-17, Bridgton Library. FMI: 647-2472.

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

Bingo — Early bird 6:30 p.m., Lovell/Fryeburg VFW Post #6783, Lovell.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH

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SATURDAYS Bridgton Farmers’ Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Depot St., beside Community Center.

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

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

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

AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail, So. Casco.

SUNDAYS Knit & Crochet Group, 3 to 5 p.m., Casco Library. FMI: 627-4541.

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

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Worship, Nursery & Sunday School through grade 5 Sunday, 11:00 a.m.

Community Bible Study – Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.

Food Pantry – Tuesday, 11:00 A.M. (FMI phone Debbie at 787-3904)

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Storytime for Preschoolers with Miss Liz, 10-11 a.m., Lovell Library.

Preschool Storytime, 10 to 11 a.m., Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library.

Baby/Toddler Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Raymond Library.

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

Knitting Group, 2 p.m., Waterford Library.

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

Waterford Farmers’ Market, 2-5 p.m., corner Rtes.

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Mousepaint Storytime, 2:30 to 4 p.m., Lovell Library.

Coed Adult Basketball, 6 to 7:45 p.m., Harrison Elementary School. FMI: 583-2241.

Bible Study, 6:30 to 8 p.m., South Bridgton Congregational Church. All welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH Bridgton Band Practice, newcomers welcome, 7 p.m., Elementary School, Bridgton.

FMI: 647-5266.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, Rte. 302, Casco.

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

Chickadee Quilters, 9:30 a.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Naples Library.

Storytime Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Casco Library.

FMI: 627-4541.

Mother Goose Story Time, 10:30 a.m., Bridgton Library.

Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Methodist Church, 98 Main St., Bridgton.

FMI: 647-4476.

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

Mah Jongg, 6 p.m., Naples Library.

Harrison Food Pantry, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Adventist Church, 2 Naples Rd. FMI: 583-6178.

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

AA Step Mtgs., 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, Rte. 302, Casco.

Al-Anon, 7:30 p.m., St.

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Midwinter by Julia Spencer Fleming, 1 p.m., Soldiers Library, 85 Main St., Hiram.

Sat., June 6 — Meet with Congressman Mike Michaud, 4 to 6 p.m., Norway Historical Society, Main St., Norway.

Sat., June 6 — Newfoundland Day, starts 4 p.m., Mel’s Hilltop Restaurant, Poland Spring.

Sun., June 7 — James Cotton Concert, 7 p.m., Old White Church, Bar Mills. FMI: 929-5412.

Thur., June 11 — Basics of Buying & Selling a Business, SCORE workshop, 9 a.m. to noon, Norway Town Office, 19 Danforth St. FMI: 743-0499.

Thur., June 11 — SCORE workshop on buying/selling a business, 6 to 9 p.m., Norway Town Office, 19 Danforth St., Norway. FMI: 743-0499.

Fri.-Sun., June 12-14 — Bethel Moose Festival, Bethel Common. FMI: 824-2282, www. bethelmainemoosefest.com Sat., June 13 — Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club workshop on splitting bees, 1 p.m., Extension Center, 9 Olson Rd., So. Paris.

Sat., June 13 — Creating Digital Scrapbooks with Patricia Turner, 1:30 p.m., Hiram Historical Society, 20 Historical Ridge, Hiram. FMI: 625-4762.

Sat., June 13 — Swingin’ Bears Square Dance, 7 to 10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine St., So. Paris. FMI: 782-4050.

ONGOING WEEKLY DAILY Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Clyde Bailey Center, Rte. 302, Casco.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon to 1 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton. O/D MONDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9-10 a.m. (also Wednesday & Friday), Town Hall, Bridgton. FMI: 647-2402, 647-4134.

Sebago Food Pantry, 9-11 a.m., Nazarene Church, Rte. 114. FMI: 274-1569.

Free Tai Chi in the Park, 9 a.m., Bicentennial Park, Denmark. If rain, Denmark Municipal Office.

who had been members and taken a leave of absence. This Mackenzie Wadsworth, their hard workers for the club year they took a refresher youngest member, received for many years but who had course along with the class. her angel pin.

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NEW OFFICERS of the Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club pictured are, front row, Carla and Paul Laroche, co-presidents ; back row, from left, Bob and Eleanor Herrick, directors; Chandler Wright, secretary; Ellen Janerico and Melody Cox, co-vice presidents; and Esther Tucker, treasurer.

HARRISON — A trip to Boothbay Harbor/Cabbage Island — sponsored by Harrison and Bridgton Recreation Departments — will be held on Monday, Aug. 10.

Cost: $82 includes coach bus, boat and meal; for Harrison and Bridgton residents, the cost is $72. A nonrefundable (after July 31) $30 deposit is due at sign-up. The balance is due on Monday, Aug. 3. Sign up early since seating is limited. Contact Paula Holt at the Harrison Town Office (583-2241) or Gary Colello at the Bridgton Town Office (647-8786) or stop by the Harrison or Bridgton Town Office to register.

Seat will be secured once deposit is received.

The schedule is as follows: 8 a.m. Leave Harrison Town Office parking lot for Boothbay Harbor aboard Custom Coach & Limo.

10:30 a.m. Arrive in Boothbay Harbor. Enjoy the different shops, galleries and specialty stores.

12 p.m. Be at the pier for boarding the Bennie Alice with ticket in hand for a scenic tour of the harbor.

12:30 p.m. Boothbay Harbor and lighthouse tour on the Bennie Alice begins.

1:30 p.m. Arrive on Cabbage Island in Linekin Bay where Maine’s first and finest authentic Downeast clambake awaits you. Menu: New England fish chowder, two luscious bright red lobsters, tender white steamed clams, sweet golden corn on the cob, onion, new Maine potatoes, and for dessert enjoy Cabbage Islands’ famous blueberry cake with hot fresh coffee or iced tea. Chicken available upon request. Please let Paula and Gary know.

4 p.m. Leave Cabbage Island.

4:30 p.m. Arrive at pier and board bus to Harrison.

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Eleanor and Bob Herrick of Auburn, the outgoing copresidents of the Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club, passed the gavel at the May 8 annual meeting to incoming co-presidents Carla and Paul LaRoche of Windham.

Other officers installed were Melody Cox of Bryant Pond and Ellen Janerico of Harrison, co-vice presidents; Chandler Wright of Greenwood, secretary; and Esther Tucker of Poland, treasurer. Directors named were Bob and Eleanor Herrick of Auburn and Robert Weaver of Norway. Ellen Janerico is the program director and Esther Tucker is doing the publicity.

Club Caller Ray Hilton, of Saco, graduated four people who completed the course to become mainstream dancers on May 27. They are Carol and Frank Gagnon of Naples and Julie and Nikki Saunders of Sumner. They were welcomed into the club as new members. The next beginners’ class will be held in September.

Also, the club welcomed back into the club Dick and Joan Deans, of Hebron,

Cabbage Island trip planned

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Big tree contest

It’s time to start looking for some big trees! At the end of last year’s contest, 26 of the 66 native tree species for Oxford County had been found in the Big Tree Contest sponsored by the Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District.

There were three sets of co-champions — Yellow Birch, Sugar Maple and Eastern White Pine. New entries came in that beat out the old County Champions from 2013 and 2014.

The towns that have come up with the most champions to date are Buckfield, with five County Champions, followed by Waterford, with four, and Hebron, Paris, Lovell and Fryeburg, with three Big Trees each.

The County Champ with the most points overall is a Silver Maple located in Fryeburg, which earned a total of 405.13 points, based on tree circumference in inches, height in feet and one-quarter of crown spread as measured by a forester.

The county champ with the least number of points is a Striped Maple in Byron, with a total of 100.95 points.

Oxford County has seven State Champions — American Basswood, American Sycamore, Black Oak, Eastern Red Cedar, Striped Maple, Swamp White

Oak and White Ash. There are presently five nominees for State Champion — Eastern Hemlock, Eastern Hophornbeam, Northern Red Oak, Northern White Cedar and Silver Maple.

There are still many easily-recognizable trees out there to nominate. Some great ones to look for this year are Green Ash, American Beech, Gray Birch, Black Cherry, Balsam Fir, Common Juniper, Mountain Ash, Bur Oak, Scarlet Oak, Pitch Pine, Black Spruce, Red Spruce, White Spruce, Staghorn Sumac and Black Willow. There are great photos of all of these trees online to help with identification.

This can become a great, fun summer project to do as a family or start a little competition among friends. Owners of champion trees receive a certificate and nominators of winning trees receive t-shirts. For more information, native tree lists, nomination forms or a copy of the 2014 Oxford County Register of Big Trees, please call 743-5789, ext. 111, e-mail oxfordcountyswcd@gmail.com or stop in at the Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District office, located at 17 Olson Road in South Paris.

Naples Library events NAPLES — Summer is here! The Naples Public Library announces the 2015 Summer Reading Program.

Stop in to sign up and join the fun beginning Tuesday, June 23.

The Naples and Casco Libraries are jointly sponsoring the Maine Humanities Let’s Talk About It Book Discussion series again this summer. The first meeting will be on Wednesday, June 24, at 2 p.m., at the Casco Library. Call the library or check the website for details.

Children’s Library Ongoing events: • Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. — Preschool Story Time • Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

— Musical Story Time; 4 to 5 p.m. — Middle School Minecraft Club (parental per-

mission required); 4:30 p.m.

— Read to Bear the Therapy Dog; and 6 p.m. — Pajama Story Time.

• Second & Fourth Thursdays, 4 to 5 p.m. — K-3 Lego Club • Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. — Read to Kendall the Therapy Dog Special events: • Tuesday, June 2, 4 p.m.

— Children’s movie • Tuesday, June 23 — Registration opens for the 2015 Summer Reading Program.

Adult Library Ongoing events: • Second & Fourth Tuesdays, 7 p.m. — Scrabble • Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Mah Jongg • Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. — Needlecraft Gathering; 4 to 7

p.m. — Technical support Special events: • Wednesday, June 10, 2 to 4 p.m. — Your Government Your Neighborhood.

Constituent Service Representatives from Senator Angus King’s office will be at the library to provide information and answer questions.

No appointment is needed.

• Wednesday, June 24, 2 p.m. — Let’s Talk About It Book Discussion, Casco Library.

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June 4, 2015, The Bridgton News, Page 1C

How they placed WESTERN MAINE TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS GIRLS’ DIVISION 1 100m hurdles: 4. Danica Chadwick, LR, 18.28; wt 17.54 100m dash: 1. Kate Hall, LR, 11.80; 5. Skye Collins, FA, 13.62 1600m: 1. Anna Lastra, FA, 5:32.82; 3. Emily Carty, FA, 5:38.63; 15. Audrey Blais, LR, 6:12.37; 20. Addie Blais, LR, 6:30.14 4X100m relay: 3. Lake Region (Danica Chadwick, Hannah Chadwick, Sarah Hancock, Kate Hall), 54.24; 5. Fryeburg Academy (Skye Collins, Emily McDermith, Olivia Pelkie, Oriagna Inirio), 54.47; wt York, 52.56 400m: 4. Ori Inirio, FA, 1:06.98; 5. Olivia Pelkie, FA, 1:07.03; 6. Emily McDermith, FA, 1:08.32; 9. Hannah Chadwick, LR, 1:09.22; wt 1:05.13 300m hurdles: 3. Danica Chadwick, LR, 52.18; wt 50.59 800m: 6. Emily Carty, FA, 2:37.15; 12. Audrey Blais, LR, 2:46.33; 14. Irina Norkin, FA, 2:54.45;16. Addie Blais, LR, 3:02.60; wt 2:29.47 200m dash: 1. Kate Hall, LR, 25.20; 4. Skye Collins, FA, 28.81; 5. Ori Inirio, FA, 28.86; 11. Olivia Pelkie, FA, 30.32 3200m: 1. Anna Lastra, FA, 12:24.29 4X400m relay: 4. Fryeburg Academy (Emily McDermith, Ori Inirio, Olivia Pelkie, Anna Lastra), 4:30.96; wt 4:14.61 (York broke the facility record of 4:15.02 set in 2014.

Long Jump: 1. Kate Hall, LR, 20-5 (new WMC and facility record, breaking her own record set in 2014 at 19-3.75); 9. Danica Chadwick, LR, 13-11.25; 19. Andrea Johnston, LR, 10-11 Triple Jump: 6. Hannah Chadwick, LR, 31-1.50; wj 34-4.50 Javelin: 4. Sam DeSouza, LR, 88-0; 13. Maraia Nason, LR, 61-1; 16. Irina Norkin, FA, 57-8; 17. Colleen Bullard, FA, 56-9; 25. Dorothy Moyse, LR, 41-3; wt 106-9 Discus: 6. Sam DeSouza, LR, 88-11; 8. Sarah Hancock, LR, 86-0; 12. Maraia Nason, LR, 69-0; 22. Elise Richardsen, FA, 57-4; 25. Kyleigh Rose, FA, 45-7; wt 116-8 Shot Put: 4. Sarah Hancock, LR, 31-7; 6. Sam DeSouza, LR, 30-8.50; 17. Colleen Bullard, FA, 25-5.25; 20.

Kyleigh Rose, FA, 22-3.75; 24. Andrea Johnston, LR, 16-3.75; wt 40-4.25 Team scores: 1. York 144, 2. Falmouth 130, 3. Greely 106, 4. Lake Region 57, 5. Cape Elizabeth 52, 6. Fryeburg Academy 48, 7. Gray-NG 37, 8. Kennebunk 12 Teams receive 10 points for first, 8 for second, 6 for third, 4 for fourth, 2 for fifth and 1 point for sixth place finishes in each event.

BOYS’ DIVISION 1 4X800m relay: 5. Lake Region (Nick Scarlett, Cutter Meeker, Douglas Mayo, Marcus DeVoe), 9:58.50; wt 8:27.70 110m hurdles: 6. Theo Snow, LR, 19.17; wt 15.99 1600m: 16. Ryan Hewes, FA, 5:05.61; 18. Christian Bedell, FA, 5:12.26; 20. Douglas Mayo, LR, 5:20.05; 23.

Cutter Meeker, LR, 5:28.67; 31. Reed Wales, FA, 6:05.31; 4:32.63 4X100m relay: 2. Fryeburg Academy (Donavan Brown, Evan Wadsworth, Spencer Thomas, Liuke Yang), 47.07; 4. Lake Region (Matt Buchanan, Kevin Flanagin, Todd Crawford, Thomas Noble), 52.96; wt York 45.94 300m hurdles: 5. Liuke Yang, FA, 45.04; 10. Theo Snow, LR, 49.97; wt 41.41 800m: 3. Christian Bedell, FA, 2:10.42; 6. Patrick Carty, FA, 2:13.29; 14. Douglas Mayo, LR, 2:26.74; 16. Cutter Meeker, LR, 2:30.32; 17. Nick Scarlett, LR, 2:34.15; wt 2:06.24 200m dash: 14. Spencer Thomas, FA, 25.07; 21. Max Kummer, FA, 26.14; 27. Todd Crawford, LR, 28.72; 32.

Thomas Noble, LR, 32.81; wt 22.99 3200m: 4. Patrick Carty, FA, 10:37.04; wt 10:02.90 4X400m relay: 4. Fryeburg Academy (Donavan Brown, Evan Wadsworth, Spencer Thomas, Christian Bedell), 3:48.87; 7. Lake Region (Marcus DeVoe, Nick Scarlett, Cutter Meeker, Douglas Mayo), 4:14.86; wt 3:36.75 High Jump: 1. Victor Yang, FA, 6-2 (ties facility record); 4. Marcus DeVoe, LR, 5-8 Long Jump: 11. Donavan Brown, FA, 16-7.25; 16.

Dakota Stover, LR, 13-11.25; wj 20-8.50 Triple Jump: 2. Victor Yang, FA, 41-1.50; 7. Liuke Yang, FA, 36-7.25; 9. Dakota Stover, LR, 36-6.50; 13. Nick Scarlett, LR, 32-9; wj 41-4.50 Javelin: 9. Kyle DeSouza, LR, 119-5; 12. Liuke Yang, FA, 114-9; 16. Gage Fowler, FA, 104-9; 19. Todd PLACED, Page 3C

COMPETING at Saturday’s Western Maine Conference Championships held on their home turf at Lake Region H.S. were Kyle DeSouza (shot put) and Dakota Stover (triple jump). (Rivet Photos)

This week in Laker sports

TRACK AND FIELD Each Laker team scored more points at Saturday’s Western Maine Conference Championships held in Naples than last year. Each team also exceeded the points they were seeded at. So, overall it was a good showing.

Kate Hall was voted Best Female Performer on the track. Her track results were a seasonal best time of 11.80 while winning the 100 meters, a solid 25.20 while winning the 200 meters, and running anchor on the 4x100 relay team that came in third.

Kate and Alyssa Coyne of Greely tied in the voting for top performer in the field events. Kate smashed her meet record in the long jump with an effort of 20-feet 5-inches, which tied her outdoor personal record and Maine’s all-time best.

Sam DeSouza had a huge day, placing in all three throwing events. She came in sixth in the discus and shot put. Her shot put heave of 30-feet 8.5-inches qualified her for the State Meet. She also qualified for the State Meet in LR RECAPS, Page 2C

VICTOR YANG of Fryeburg Academy wons the WMC high jump title, tying the facility record by clearing the bar set at 6-feet, 2-inches.

(Rivet Photos)

Fryeburg Academy weekly recaps TRACK & FIELD The Fryeburg Academy Track and Field teams ventured to Naples on Saturday for the Western Maine Conference Championships.

The day was long and hot for everyone.

“We took 22 athletes and three cases of water, not quite enough for this day,” Coach Kevin McDonald reported.

“Coach Snow from Lake Region and his staff did a fine job in putting on a very large Track and Field meet.”

Girls’ highlights: 100m, Skye Collins finished fifth in 13.62, fourth in the 200m with a 28.81 and ran a leg on the 4x100 relay which finished fifth in 54.47.

“The relays are coming together and we look for success at States with all the relays — both boys and girls,” Coach McDonald said.

Joining Skye on the 4x100 were Emily McDermith,

Olivia Plekie and Orie Inirio.

Orie also finished fifth in the 200m with a time of 28.86. The 400m saw the Raiders finish 4th, 5th and 6th with Orie leading the way in 1:06.98, followed by Olivia Plekie, 1:07.03 and Emily McDermith in 1:08.32.

Which leads me to the 4x4 relay.

Colleen Bullard had a great day in the shot put throwing 25-9.50. “Only a freshman, we look for States in the near future for Colleen,” the coach said.

Emily Carty finished third in the mile and sixth in the 800m.

“Only a freshman, this is quite an accomplishment. Em has been battling some injury issues and seems to be coming around for championship season,” Coach McDonald said.

The athlete of the day on the girls’ side goes to Anna

Lastra, who captured first place in both the mile and the two-mile.

“Both races were won in the final straight with tough finishing kicks by Anna. We look for Anna to continue her success at States,” the coach said.

Boys’ side: The relays look strong. 4x100 finished second in 47.07 with Donavan Brown, Spencer Thomas, Evan Wadsworth and Liuke Yang. “This gang could do some damage at States,” the coach said. “The 4x800 and the 4x400 will also be in the hunt next Saturday. We are very pleased with how these athletes are coming together at just the right time. Will all three relays podium at States? That would be very sweet and a tribute to the work these young men have done.”

The 300 hurdles saw Liuke Yang finish in fifth

after hitting number 6 hurdle pretty hard. “Liuke loves this event and we hope he dips under 45.00 next week,” Coach McDonald said.

The 800m saw Christian Bedell run a fantastic race to finish third in 2:10.42.

Following Christian was Patrick Carty in a very nice 2:13.29. Both these athletes are on the 4x800 relay.

Victor Yang won the High Jump and finished second in the Triple Jump. “A fine performance after some late season issues caused him to miss practice. We look for Victor to jump very well next week and finish high on the podium,” Coach McDonald said.

SOFTBALL Raiders 12, Sacopee 0: Earlier in the year, the Raiders were pushed to nine innings

by Sacopee before getting a SKYE COLLINS placed in the Top 5 at Saturday’s WMC 5-2 win. The Raiders came championships in both the 100 and 200 meter dashes. She was also a member of the Raider 4X100 relay team.

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Laker Kate Hall jumps to Maine all-time

LR recaps: Hall named track top performer

the javelin with a throw of 88-feet. That effort gave her fourth place.

“Sam has been working all season on all three events so we are extremely happy for her to make it to the State Meet in all three,” LR Coach Mark Snow said. “It is also great to see her increase her performance at a championship meet. She had similar results at the indoor conference and State Meet. She looks to be a ‘prime time’ performer.”

Sarah Hancock ran on the relay that finished third and placed fourth in the shot put.

Her throw of 31-feet 7-inches in the shot put finals tied her personal record. Earlier in the day, Sarah threw the discus 86-feet. She did not place with that throw, but she did qualify for the State Meet.

“Our league is very competitive so that happens in a few events (qualifying for States, but not placing in the meet). The shot put and long jump finals were electric,” Coach Snow said. “A large crowd had gathered and celebrated each throw in the shot put final. High fives all around when Alyssa Coyne threw over 40 feet. Then, the crowd

Soccer camp The 2015 Lake Region Girls’ Soccer Camp will be held Monday through Friday, July 13-17, at the Art Kilborn Athletic Complex at LRHS in Naples.

The camp is open to girls entering grades 4 to 8 in the fall of 2015. Grades 4-5 will meet from 5 to 6:30 p.m., while grades 6-8 will meet from 5 to 8 p.m.

Cost is: $40 for grades 4-5, and $65 for grades 6-8. Checks should be made payable to LR Girls Soccer. The fee includes a soccer camp T-shirt.

The camp will be run by Lake Region H.S. coaches, including new varsity girls’ head coach, Peter Webb, and players.

To register, contact Coach Webb at: peterwebb1964@gmail. com or call 491-8528.

‘Cut’ for kids

A “Cut-A-Thon” to benefit the Naples Baseball/Softball League will be held on Sunday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to noon at Jewlz Beyond Hair in Naples.

Cuts will cost $8.

Money generated will be used for field improvements, new equipment, uniforms, etc.

“It’s a great way to get a quality yet inexpensive haircut while supporting a great cause,” organizers said.

The salon is located off Route 302 at 711 Roosevelt Trail.

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shifted to the long jump and watched Kate jump that big 20-foot 5-inch jump. I think that was the loudest reaction from the crowd all day. It was a great atmosphere.”

Hannah Chadwick ran on the 4x100 relay and finished sixth in the triple jump. It was not a PR, but placing at the league championships as a freshman is a pretty big deal.

“Oh yeah, did I mention Sam is a freshman?” the coach said.

Other freshmen had a good day, as well. Danica Chadwick and Theo Snow ran a total of six hurdle races on Saturday due to trials and finals in the sprints. Each race resulted in a PR! Theo placed sixth in the 110m hurdles with a time of 19.17 and ran the 300m hurdles in 49.97. Danica placed fourth in the 100m hurdles with a time of 18.28 and third in the 300m hurdles with a time of 52.18. Her 100m time qualified her for the state championships. That gave Danica four events that she qualified for at the state championships, most on the team. She will run on the 4x100 relay though instead of contesting all four individual events.

“We think we have a good shot at a medal in the 4x100. That would be a great way to end the season for those relay girls,” Coach Snow said.

Also scoring on the boys’ side was Marcus DeVoe in the high jump. He cleared 5-feet8 on his first attempt, so was given fourth place on the tiebreaker (over the other 5-8 jumpers). The top three boys all jumped 6-feet or higher!

The boys also had two relays place in the meet.

“I am very happy and proud of Matt Buchanan, Kevin Flanagin, Todd Crawford and Thomas Noble for running the 4x100 relay for us. Our team tends to not do too well in the event, but the effort and willingness to run this event by these guys is great,” Coach Snow said.

“It turned out that a few teams had difficulty with getting the baton around the track within the exchange zones and our boys vaulted up to fourth place! I’m am also proud of the sacrifice Marcus DeVoe made in order for our distance group to run the 4x800 relay for the first time this year. We have three boys who run that distance, but it takes four to run a relay. Marcus offered to

run a leg on the relay knowing he could still rest a bit before high jumping. We also knew there was a chance of placing if we ran the race.”

Cutter Meeker and Douglas Mayo each split 2:24.9, Nick Scarlett ran a PR split of 2:33.2, and Marcus DeVoe brought it home in 2:35.5. The team’s time of 9:58.50 was the fastest the Lakers have recorded since 2010 and earned them fifth place. It was the beginning of a busy day for Cutter and Douglas. They each ran the relay, then the 1600m and 800m, then closed the meet with the 4x400m relay. It was a busy and rewarding day all around.

The State Meet is this Saturday at McMann Field in Bath, beginning at 10 a.m.

GIRLS’ LACROSSE Lakers 12, Wells 3: The Lakers improved to 7-2 after beating Wells for the second time this year, 12-3. Olivia Deschenes led the tight Lakers defense along with goalie Rachel Bell who had 13 saves.

LR had a strong offensive showing with Lauren Jacobs and Lindsey Keenan each scoring four goals and two assists. Madi Simms added two goals along with Molly Christensen and Lauren Williams, who added a goal apiece. Aisley Sturk finished the game with two assists.

Lakers 9, Winslow 7: The Lakers had another good day defensively as they won their eighth game of the season.

The offense did a great job of SPORTS, Page 3C

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June 4, 2015, The Bridgton News, Page 3C

College note: All-star Tragert Jack Tragert of Naples represented Maine Maritime Academy men’s lacrosse at the 2015 NEILA East-West Senior All-Star Game on Friday night at Springfield College.

Tragert won the opening face-off for the East squad, helping the team to a 16-10 win over the West. Tragert, a Marine Transportation Operations major, graduated from Maine Maritime on May 2. The face-off specialist grabbed NAC First Team All-Conference and 2015 NEILA Academic All-New England Team honors, following a record-breaking season. The senior captain scooped up a team-leading 116 ground balls, breaking the all-time school record with 269 ground balls in his career, and was the top face-off man in the North Atlantic Conference, ranking seventh in the nation with an impressive .676 face-off percentage.

Tragert joined Castleton’s Zach Davidson, New England College’s Nick Herzog and Husson’s James Seager as North Atlantic Conference representatives, and is the first East-West Senior All-Star in Maine Maritime Academy men’s lacrosse program history.

PLAYER OF THE WEEK

(Continued from Page 1C) Crawford, LR, 98-3; 25. Dustin Frizzell, LR, 83-0; wt 193-10 (breaks course record of 178-2 set in 2014) Discus: 10. Kyle DeSouza, LR, 90-0; 16. Reed BridgeKoenigsberg, LR, 76-10; 20. Gage Fowler, FA, 71-11; 21.

Kevin Flanagin, LR, 69-8; 24. Ben Johnson, LR, 63-1; 25.

Skye Hoeflich, LR, 58-8; wt 127-3 Shot Put: 7. Kyle DeSouza, LR, 38-9.75; 19. Dustin Frizzell, LR, 30-5.75; 22. Reed Bridge-Koenigsberg, LR, 28-1; 25. Gage Fowler, FA, 26-2; wt 45-9.50 Pole Vault: 9. Matt Buchanan, LR, 7-9; 13. Theo Snow, LR, 7-0; wv 12-6 (ties facility record) Team scores: 1. York 156.50, 2. Falmouth 148, 3.

Kennebunk 69, 4. Greely 60.50, 5. Cape Elizabeth 51. 6.

Gray-NG 46, 7. Fryeburg Academy 43, 8. Lake Region 11 Elizabeth ‘Liza’ Wildey you from doing things that could push you forward in life.

Q. Who is your biggest fan? My biggest fan is Coach Peterson, because she always believes in me even when I don’t. She is always supportive and gives pretty good pep talks.

Q. I know I have had a good sports day when…

I’ve tried my best despite what the outcome is; winning and losing is irrelevant so long as I know I’ve tried my best.

Q. What is your favorite sport? Tennis is my favorite sport because I always have such a fun time playing.

Q. If I could change one thing about myself as an athlete, I would change…

One thing I would change about myself as an athlete would be to stop allowing past losses or failures to get in the way of the game that is at hand.

Q. What qualities make for a good teammate and whom do you consider a good teammate? A good teammate is someone who puts effort into each game or match. But I also think that positivity and one’s ability to work with others are also important. I think Whitney Harriman possesses these qualities. This tennis season, I have been able to play alongside Whitney and have come to find her to be not only a great tennis partner, but a pretty awesome person in general.

In each match, Whitney puts forth a great amount of effort and always stays positive no matter what the score. Not only this, but she LIZA, Page 6C

MMA Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach Adam Sherman (left) is pictured with Jack Tragert of Naples and Assistant Coach Jeff Fell after the all-star game.

This week in Lake Region sports (Continued from Page 2C) eight girls having at least one goal or assist. Rachel Shanks led the team with three assists followed by Madi Simms with two and Molly Christensen, Olivia Deschenes, and Aisley Sturks each having as assist.

Winslow also had a very good goalie making scoring difficult, but Lauren Williams, Melissa Bonenfant, Lindsey Keenan and Madi Simms managing to score two goals apiece along with Molly Christensen’s goal.

SOFTBALL Gray-NG 11, Lakers 5, 10 inn. With two outs to record last Wednesday, the Lakers seemed on the verge of another Senior Game magical win.

A year ago, the Lakers upset Wells in extra innings, rallying from a three-run deficit. The Warriors went on to play in the state finals.

Lake Region had a 5-2 lead over fifth-ranked Gray-New Gloucester with one out in the seventh inning — keeping the team’s slim playoff hopes alive.

But, opportunity once again slipped through the Lakers’ fingers. A walk, an error and a base hit enabled the Patriots to tie the game, and ultimately out last the host Lakers.

The game was delayed twice late in the contest due to lightning strikes. LR had chances in the seventh and eighth innings to win the game, but left runners (Jackie Morse on a double in the seventh, and Kaylyn Lorrain at third in the eighth) in scoring position.

With darkness settling in, the Patriots exploded for six runs on five hits in the 10th inning.

Lorrain paced the LR offense with a 5-for-6 game, while Allison Morse, who suffered a badly-sprained ankle late in the game, hustling to back up first base on an infield ground ball, but would return, was 3-for-6. Ashley Clark and Jackie Morse each had two hits, while Brittany Perreault and Liz Cole each had one.

York 9, Lakers 0: The Wildcats rode the arm of junior pitcher Steph Rundlett to the tune of 15 strikeouts, and took advantage of two costly errors in a six-run fourth inning to blank the Lakers last Friday.

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The Lakers ended their season with a 6-10 mark.

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Liza Wildey is competitive yet gracious on and off the tennis court.

Liza has played tennis all four years as a member of the Lake Region varsity girls’ squad.

“The improvement in Liza’s game is remarkable. She is one of our most versatile players able to play both the net and back,” Laker Coach Kim Peterson said. “Her ground strokes are fierce and her net play is exciting. Liza is a quiet leader on and off the court. Liza is dedicated to improving her game and leads by example.”

Liza has played with a variety of players at the second doubles position this year, never missing a beat.

Against the defending state champions, Greely, Liza and her doubles partner, Whitney Harriman, captured Lake Region’s lone win in the match, beating a strong Ranger tandem 6-3, 6-2. Liza and Whitney have only lost just one match playing together this season.

In recognition of her strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Liza is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed T-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

The Wildey File Name: Liza Wildey Year in School: Senior Town: Naples Parents: Jeff and Maggie Wildey Sports you play: Tennis and volleyball School organizations: National Honor Society, Student Council, AFS Club School honors: Honor Roll, Excellence in French, Excellence in Social Studies, Lions Club Student of the Month Q. Best piece of advice you have received? My mom often tells me that one has to do the things that scares oneself in order to move forward. I find this to be important to remember when fear begins to prevent

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Raider recaps (Continued from Page 1C) out a little more hungry or focused, you would say, and it started right in the top of the first inning. Kristen Chipman started things off with a base hit and scored on a RBI single

by Kristina Hudson. Amanda Gillette added a RBI single to make it 2-0.

In the second inning, the Raiders kept the bats going by scoring six more times, highlighted by Hailey Hudson’s double off the wall in left. The Raiders would cruise on to a 12-0 victory to get to 9-6 on the year. Julia Quinn reached base all five times, going 2 for 2 with 2 runs scored. Amanda Gillette went 3 for 4 on the day with Hailey Hudson going 2 for 3 with 2 RBI. Raiders 3, Poland 2: The Raiders returned home the next day for Senior Day and closed out the regular season against a very good 11-3 Poland team.

Kristen Chipman and Amanda Gillette were honored as the lone seniors before the game. With a playoff atmosphere, the Raiders struck first and early.

In the bottom of the first, Mackenzie Buzzell got things going with a flare down to right and her speed turned it into a double. Nicole Bennett wasted no time getting her home with a double of her own for a 1-0 Raider lead.

It would stay that way until the top of the fourth when Poland rallied to take the lead. With runners on second and third, Poland scored when Fryeburg tried to cut down a Knight runner at home on an infield play. Poland loaded the bases and on a shallow infield fly, the Raiders tried to turn it into a double play at third, but a throwing error allowed a run to score as Poland took a 2-1 lead.

In the bottom of the fifth inning, the Raiders struck back as Buzzell singled and stole second before Kristen Chipman knocked her in with a base hit to tie it at 2-2.

In the bottom of the seventh, Fryeburg provided some fireworks for the crowd and gave a proper send off for the seniors.

Julia Quinn started the inning with a hit and quickly moved to second and then to third on a well-placed sacrifice bunt by Mackenzie Buzzell, fittingly setting the stage for

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KICKING INTO HIGH GEAR during Saturday’s Western Maine Conference Championships held at Lake Region High School were Fryeburg Academy sprinters Evan Wadsworth (center) and Rondo Siyuan Chang. (Rivet Photo) one of Fryeburg’s seniors — Kristen Chipman. Poland was forced to bring the infield in to cut off Quinn as the winning run. Chipman wouldn’t disappoint as she took the second pitch and drove a hard shot down to first and it bounce off the glove of the Knight’s first baseman, scoring Quinn as the Raiders prevailed 3-2.

FA finished the regular season 10-6, and now waits to see who they will play in the first round of the Class B West playoffs.

Nicole Bennett pitched well, giving up just five hits on the day. Fryeburg will be in the playoffs, but needs to wait as other teams still have games left to see where they will be seeded.

Coach Fred Apt likes where the team is heading right now.

“It’s easier to have confidence and be upbeat when you enter the playoffs on a win streak,” Coach Apt said. “The team has been working very hard and has been better focusing since the loss at Kennebunk. Hopefully, we continue to build off that and bring that into the playoffs with us.”

BOYS’ LACROSSE In a game which both teams needed a win to put themselves into a playoff spot, Fryeburg Academy held York scoreless in the fourth quarter to overcome a one-goal deficiency for an 8-6 victory. The Raiders improved to 5-6 on the year and York dropped to 3-7.

Jeremiah Schrader of Fryeburg Academy received a pass from his brother Joe with 3:26 to score the only goal in the first quarter, giving the Raiders a 1-0 lead.

In the second quarter, the Raiders scored 17 seconds into the quarter at 11:43 for a 2-0 lead when Huxley Lovering fed a wide open Corey Thibodeau on the left side of the goal, where he faked the goalie high and beat him low.

York stormed back to score three unanswered goals to

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give the Wildcats the lead. The lead was short-lived, however, as Corey Thibodeau answered with 16 seconds to play before the half to knot the game at 3.

In the third quarter, the teams traded punches back and forth. York started the scoring at 11:15 when Tommy McCarthy passed to Mark Engholm to give the Wildcats the lead, 4-3. Fryeburg Academy’s Jeremiah Schrader scored his second goal of the game when Corey Thibodeau found him open in front of the York goal for the one timer at 7:36 to tie the score at 4.

Momentum switched back to York when they scored two unanswered goals at 5:55 and with 1:45 remaining.

The Raiders appeared to be down and out. Corey Thibodeau gave them hope when he scored his third goal of the game with 1:25 left to cut York’s lead to one, 6-4.

The momentum from that goal carried over into the fourth quarter as the Raiders scored a man-up goal with 8:55 to play to tie the score. Jeremiah Schrader scored his third goal of the game when Ryan Caracciolo found him open inside once again.

Fryeburg Academy took the lead for good when Corey Thibodeau passed to a streaking Joe Schrader down the middle with 7:56 to play, to give the Raiders the 7-6 lead.

Ryan Caracciolo scored a fast break goal on a pass from Isaac Wakefield with 6:02 remaining in the contest to seal the victory.

York enjoyed a slight shot advantage, 30-24. FA goalie Malik Mobley had 16 saves.

“Both teams struggled early in the game to get anything going. Our goalie, Malik Mobley, held strong in the first quarter, keeping them off the board. They had some quality looks. I think both teams were very tight because of what was on line with the win. I thought we started to settle down a little in the second quarter and the flow of the game started to pick up for both teams,” FA Coach Rick White said. “It was tied at the half 3-3. We felt pretty lucky to be tied at the half with the mistakes that we were making. At halftime, we kept telling the kids to calm down and play their game and relax. Focus on the fundamentals and run your offense RAIDER RECAPS, Page 7C

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This week’s puzzle

Theme: Father’s Day

DOWN 1. “He said, ____ said” 2. The Beatles song/ movie “____!”

3. One of algae 4. Distress signal 5. Bull opponent 6. *A stallion is a dad to him 7. Pacquiao to Mayweather, e.g.

8. Trouser fabric 9. Radio genre 10. Came down to earth 11. Ghana money 12. Arbor Day star 15. Stop being excited 20. Fat cat in the Orient 22. Id’s partner 24. Very small 25. *These gifts can come in handy for dad 26. IRS threat 27. Useful 29. Burden or load 31. Goes with chips 32. An Osmond 33. Soap plant 34. *He signed Father’s Day into law 36. Ginger cookie 38. Jazz singing 42. Laughing predator 45. A company of companions 49. It often follows “neither” 51. *Nemo’s Dad 54. Parkinson’s drug 56. Nary a soul 57. Chronic drinkers 58. Hurry up 59. Cote d’Azur locale 60. Livestock food

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Chandel Associates Accounting, Taxes Audits, Full Service Payroll 3 Elm St., Bridgton Office 647-5711 Jones & Matthews, PA Certified Public Accountants Accounting and taxes Roosevelt Trail Prof. Bldg.

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

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

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DENTAL SERVICES Mountain View Dentistry Dr. Leslie A. Elston Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry 207-647-3628 MountainViewDentistryMaine.com

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

Servicemaster Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office ELECTRICIANS Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration Northeast Alarm Services Inc. 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 Installation-Service-Monitoring Bosworth Electric Inc. ADT Security Services 647-4646 Quality electrical contractor TLC Home Maintenance Co. cindi@northeastalarm.com Commercial/Industrial/Residential Professional Cleaning and Generators/Todd Bosworth/207-838-6755 Property Management WAM-ALARM Systems bosworthelectricinc@hotmail.com Housekeeping and much more Installation, Service, Monitoring 583-4314 Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Free Security Survey 647-2323 Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor COMPUTERS Residential/Commercial/Industrial APPLIANCE REPAIR Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Bits & Bytes Bridgton 207-647-5012 Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC 222 Main St., Lovell, ME 04051 207-925-1076 Quality service you deserve J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. stephen@bitsnbytes.co All major brands Residential - Commercial - Industrial jonesappliances@aol.com 595-4020 Grammy Geek Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Tech support for seniors (jr’s too) Bridgton 647-9435 ATTORNEYS 1-1 support at your home Malware & virus removal/PC repair McIver Electric Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Free pick-up & delivery 207-310-0289 “Your on time every time electricians” Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 110 Portland St., Fryeburg, ME 04037 Ms. C’s Computer Repair 647-3664 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Virus and spyware removal www.mciverelectric.net PC repairs 207-228-5279 Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 132 Main St. 24 hour Emergency Service P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 Naples Computer Services 647-8360 PC repair/upgrades – on-site service Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 Virus and spy-ware removal Hastings Malia, PA Home and business networking David K. Moynihan 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Video security systems Fryeburg, ME 04037 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746 Master Electrician 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016 CONTRACTORS Robert M. Neault & Associates Attorneys & Counselors at Law EXCAVATION Jeff Hadley Builder Corner of Rte. 302 & Songo School Rd. Remodeling, Additions P.O. Box 1575, Naples Snow’s Excavation Tile work, Wood flooring 693-3030 Complete site work Kitchens, Drywall, Painting Foundations-Septic-Lots cleared 30 yrs experience 583-4460 CARETAKERS jhadley44@gmail.com 207-647-2697

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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

Quality Custom Carpentry From start to finish and from old to new Jeff Juneau Naples 207-655-5903

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FLOORING Abrams Hardwood Floors Sanding/Refinishing/Installation Sales & Service Tile – LVT – Hardwood 5 Otter Pond Rd, Bridgton 803-8221

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

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ACROSS 1. Mine passage 6. Chlorofluorocarbon 9. Diplomat’s forte 13. “____, I Love You” by The Doors 14. “____ la la!”

15. Harvest helper 16. “Pomp and Circumstance Marches” composer 17. Hula necklace 18. Exclude 19. *Father, e.g.

21. *Frequently derided gift 23. Baseball stat 24. “Animal House” party garb 25. “T” in Greek 28. Symphony member 30. *Dad, colloquially 35. Ballpark stats 37. Dollar bills 39. *Where lots of old dads live?

40. Norse war god 41. *Mike was the dad in the “The Brady ____” 43. In the next month 44. Whitman’s dooryard bloomer 46. Dog command 47. Fodder holder 48. Don’t do this to Elvis’s blue suede shoes 50. Type of cell 52. Even, to a poet 53. Has divine power 55. Grandmother, in Britain 57. *”____ and Son” 61. ____ 5, band 64. Twig of a willow tree 65. Extra point value 67. Theater boxes 69. “It is silent” in sheet music 70. Money in Myanmar 71. Coastal feature

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SEPTIC TANK PUMPING Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546

SURVEYORS F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates Surveying, Land Planning 693 Main St, Lovell 207-925-1468 blissinc@fairpoint.net

Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Land info services – Surveys Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine Off: 583-6159 PAINTING CONTRACTORS D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS Bass Heating Over 10,000 surveys on file Jerry’s Painting Service Oil Burner Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Sales and Installations TAXIDERMIST Fully Insured – Free Estimates Waterford (207) 595-8829 Trapper’s Taxidermy 207-527-2552 Jason Pingree Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center PLUMBING & HEATING 112 Bush Row Rd Monitor Heaters Sales & Service Denmark 207-452-2091 Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) A Plus Plumbing & Heating Inc. Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 Plumbing Supplies – LP Gas TREE SERVICE www.thurlowscarpet.com BBQ Gas Grill Parts & Access.

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

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

Oberg Agency Residential, Business, Lake Shore Property 132 Main St., Bridgton Southern Maine Retirement Services Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans RUBBISH SERVICE Life and Senior Dental Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340 ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service KENNELS Tel. 743-5417 Bridgton Veterinary Kennels AM Enterprises Inc. Boarding Trash & snow removal Route 117, Bridgton, Me. Serving Harrison & Bridgton Tel. 647-8804 ameinc@outlook.com 207-749-2850

VETERINARY Bridgton Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Rt. 117, Bridgton, ME 647-8804 Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244 Norway Veterinary Hospital Naples Clinic Corner Rte. 302 & Lambs Mill Rd.

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WINDOW TREATMENTS Bolsters Decorating Center Custom window treatments Always free decorating consulting bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202

Regional sports

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Festive fun at Heel & Wheel

Winning t-shirt design selected

LOVELL — Phoebe Crowe, a junior at Fryeburg Academy, submitted the winning design for the 11th Annual Lovell Old Home Days 5K Run T-shirt.

As part of the competition, students are asked to incorporate the themes of Lovell and running into their artwork.

Phoebe lives in Lovell, enjoys graphic design and will be studying this summer at the Maine College of Art. For creating the winning design, Phoebe receives a $100 prize, as well as the pleasure of seeing her artwork on shirts around town! Steve Pullan, the Academy’s art teacher, assisted the committee in making the selection.

This year’s run is on WINNING ARTWORK for this year’s Lovell Old Home Days 5K race t-shirt was creSaturday, July 18 at 9:45 ated by Phoebe Crowe, a junior at Fryeburg Academy. Phoebe is pictured with FA art a.m. Only the first 100 reg- teacher Steve Pullan. istered runners are guarThe 5K run precedes anteed a T-shirt, so please sign up early. Applications the Old Home Days Parade are available in local stores and begins the day’s fesor by contacting Race tivities. Family members Director Stan Tupaj at are encouraged to cheer stan@fairpoint.net or 925- the runners along the route, Nearly 1,000 runners have registered for the upcoming 1500. Registration is also enjoy the parade and paravailable online at www. ticipate in all of the activi- 39th Bridgton 4 on the Fourth Road Race according to Race Running4Free.com. Visit ties at the Lovell Athletic Director, Jim Cossey. 983 runners had registered as of noon www.lovell5k.com for more Field, including the popular Monday, June 1. This number is slightly more than the regisinformation, photos and (and free) Lollipop Run for trations at the same time last year. children.

As in the past, the race gives a free technical running shirt past records. to the first 500 runners who register. Registrations, as usual, opened on Jan. 15, and by Feb. 5, more than 500 runners had registered, so all of the free running shirts were obligated by then. However, both cotton and technical T-shirts will be available for purchase at Early Pick-Up from 4 to 6 p.m. on (Continued from Page 3C) July 3 and on Race Day. demonstrates a great ability to work with everyone on the Kevin Hancock, president of Hancock Lumber Company, team, which is important when playing a doubles match. will be the Honorary Starter for this year’s race.

Q. What do you believe you bring to your team? I think “All plans for the race are on track, and we’re looking I often bring laughter and lightheartedness to the court. forward to another exciting, community event on July 4.

Q. What characteristics do you feel make for a good Registrations will be limited to 2,200, and that number was coach? A great coach is someone who will help you believe reached about 10 a.m. on July 2 last year,” Cossey said. “We you are capable of doing anything you set your mind to and will close registration when 2,200 bibs are sold or at 8 p.m. is someone who is patient and supportive. on July 2, whichever occurs first. In contrast to previous years, there will be no registration at either Early Pick-Up or on Race Day. It’s entirely possible that registrations may close on or before July1 this year, so early registration is highly recommended if you wish to run in the race.”

Bridgton 4th race already nears 1,000

Liza Wildey

STOW — The first Heel & Wheel fundraiser hike and mountain bike event last Saturday, May 30, attracted 31 registrants that were enthused, but yet a little nervous, to do a new hiking and biking event in the FryeburgStow area, with no previous knowledge or experience of its trail difficulties.

Inspired by the Fryeburg Assembly of God Church vision leaders, and in partnership with the Stow Corner Store, the Heel & Wheel seeks to raise scholarship monies to assist families in affording their children’s tuition to attend the New Life Christian Academy School (grades pre-K to 12), located at 8 Drift Road in Fryeburg.

Also, the Heel & Wheel promotes outdoor recreational activities in the beautiful forested surroundings of scenic small western Maine rural towns.

The Heel & Wheel event course was an out and back, lollipop shape course that starts and finishes at the Stow Corner Store. The trail system includes: traveling on a dirt town road; entering a private log hauling road into a cleared log yard; and proceeding to an old skidder trail that has been groomed for recreational hiking and biking. Once completing the technical trail loop (1.2 miles), hikers were directed to head back to the Stow Corner Store, while mountain bikers had to first complete another trail loop before

heading back. Total distance was 3.2 miles for hikers and 4.4 miles for mountain bikers.

After a thorough course and safety briefing, Heel & Wheel started shortly after 9 a.m. in a mass start format, with mountain bikers as start leaders. Participants happily embarked the tour in ideal early summer weather of full sun, 78 degrees, moderate humidity and “black-fly bug” activity; and with the assurance that course marshals, trail markings and Fryeburg Rescue presence, would remove any doubts in enjoying the event.

The following are the Heel & Wheel “Hike” age division winner results with time and overall place: 9 & under: Mathew Kellner, 53:22, 11th; Addyson Guptill, 53:16, 8th 10–14: Michael Larrabee, 48:02, 6th; Kaitlyn Larrabee, 48:09, 7th 20–39: Stephen Reed, 1:18:48, 23rd; Morgan Butters, 44:05, 5th 40–49: Jay Larrabee, 1:05:10, 17th; Laurie Stone, 42:03, 3rd 50–59: David Reed, 1:18:58, 27th; Tamylea Guptill, 59:55, 12th 60 & over: Douglas McPherson, 1:18:29, 19th; Ellie Eastman, 60:17, 14th Also finishing in the Hike were: Olivia Buteau, 53:17, 9th; Rory Guptill, 59:57, 13th; Kimberlee Larrabee, HEEL, Page 7C

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June 4, 2015, The Bridgton News, Page 7C

Village helped build greenhouse Some people believe that, “it takes a village to raise a child.”

At Stevens Brook Elementary, it takes a village to raise a greenhouse, which will help to educate the child!

SBES principal, Cheryl Turpin, has a vision for a greenhouse to incorporate agriculture into classroom learning. The project has been a true community effort involving Lake Region Vocational Center, the Bridgton Community Center, McDonald’s, Macdonald Motors, and the SBES PTA. Additionally, as the courtyard gardens are maintained, Mark Cartonio from Mark’s Lawn and Garden, has been instrumental in helping with this effort.

Fourth graders have been planting at the Bridgton

Community Center Community Gardens, and then harvesting their crops as fifth graders. For the past three years, the BCC has been generous to donate use of the beds for Mrs. Hunt’s fourth grade students to benefit from as they prepare the beds, plant vegetables, tend the gardens and then harvest them.

Last year, the crop was plentiful as Ms. Shane’s fifth grade students gathered tricolored carrots and string beans. The fifth graders happily surprised Mrs. Hunt with handfuls of vegetables pulled from the beds they planted with her as fourth graders.

The food was cooked and enjoyed by all, from seeds to plates!

As a part of their science learning, students have maintained a composting system,

which began with a few classes participating. Within three years, the composting has grown to school-wide participation. As a result of an ecomaine grant, tshe school was able to update their self-made pallet bins.

LRVC students helped design and build a three-bin composting system.

“We researched composters and bin designs. None of the online or ‘big box’ store designs were as nice as the final product Russell Moore, teacher at the Vocational Center, and his students came up with,” SBES staff said.

The bins have a traditional look to them with the side made of small hole wire. But, the front is designed with removable slats, so the front is accessible to younger ages as they contribute their

“compostables” without anything falling out. As the pile grows, slats are added. The top is covered for protection against critters with an easy to open cover.

Moore and his students were incredibly helpful and efficient. They are a wonderful community resource.

“We were able to save almost $200 in shipping cost by having the Voc Center build our bins, and we were able to use that savings to purchase other supplies: shovels, buckets, and a wheelbarrow,” school officials said.

As teachers continue to expand gardening in the classroom learning with their students, Cartonio of Mark’s Lawn and Garden (Route 302 in Bridgton) has been a wonderful community VILLAGE, Page 8C

DEVELOPING A GREEN THUMB — With the addition (Continued from Page 4C) of a gardening program at Stevens Brook Elementary and good things will hapSchool, students are developing a bit of a green thumb. pen. We got a little nervous when they took the two-goal lead late in the quarter, but Corey’s goal lifted the spirits of everyone.”

The FA defense and the (Continued from Page 6C) “The trail was awesome… offense responded in the 1:05:09, 16th; and the bugs were not that fourth quarter.

“Our defense led by Angus Thompson, bad.”

1:17:41, 18th; Enthusiasm was high and Tommy, Hannes and Colin Allison Bergeron; 1:18:30, Heel & Wheel officials are gave them very good looks 20th; optimistic that attendance and Malik was a beast in Griffin Thompson, will double in 2016. God the cage. We won the time of possession battle in the 1:18:32, 21st; willing.

James Bergeron; 1:18:34; Heel & Wheel organizers fourth quarter along with the 22nd; wish to thank the follow- battle for 50/50 balls, which Alaina Reed, 1:18:49; ing sponsors and contribu- led to great scoring chances Danica Reed, 1:18:57, tors: Fryeburg Area Rotary, which we were able to fin25th; Fryeburg Rescue and Phil ish,” Coach White said. “I Conner Reed, 1:18:58, Remington, Poland Springs, was really impressed with 26th.

Northern Chinking, Bike the team’s composure. They This year’s Heel & Wheel Shop, Dave’s Bagels, Hair stuck together and continued attracted two mountain bik- Designs, The Beer Store, to battle when we got down ers: David Kinsman, 36:37, Fryeburg Fish & Game late to come out on top. We first overall and in age divi- Club, Starbucks, Trumbull’s need to maintain our momension 60 & over; and Bob Hardware, Saco Valley Sports Mallon, 36:38, second over- Center, A Touch of Lavender, all and in the same age divi- Larry Butter’s Painting, and sion. Both David and Bob are Dale McConnell-Temm. residents of Fryeburg.

And, a special thanks to Feedback from many par- Jim Wilfong for usage of his ticipants after the event con- privately-owned recreational tained comments like: trails and all volunteers that “That was fun!” assisted in making the 2015 “Cannot wait to come Heel & Wheel a safe famback next year.” ily-oriented event that gets “I hope that there can be a everyone outdoors and enjoyEric Wissmann runner’s category?” ing God’s creation.

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ULTIMATE: GIRLS The Fryeburg Academy girls’ ultimate team competed in the Maine State Championship Tournament on May 30 to wrap up a great season. Throughout the regular season, the girls had not lost to a team from Maine. They continued this dominance on Saturday and won their second straight state title. It was an incredible close to a great season in which the team grew an incredible amount.

Coach Emily Strahler had strategized throughout the week about how she would play her team to make it through the tournament to win the state title. She knew that the first two games

would be a bit easier pool play games, so her plan was to get a lead early on by playing the starters, but then to rest them until the time elapsed. This worked well in the first game against South Portland and the second game against Cumberland.

By winning two pool play games, Fryeburg was in the semi-finals against Cape Elizabeth, who had lost to Falmouth in an upset during pool play. The same strategy worked again and Fryeburg took a 7-1 lead at the break.

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Village helped build SBES greenhouse (Continued from Page 7C) resource. During the past three years, he has donated time and materials. He has visited the class to help with soil analysis and composting instruction, spent an entire day redesigning a section of the courtyard garden, and provided yards of weed protection and bark mulch.

“The courtyard is being redesigned in phases as we create a more interactive experience for students. One section will have raised beds for our Taste Testing Garden: blueberry bushes, raspberries, strawberries, cherry tomatoes and basil to name a few. Another section will be our Scratch & Sniff Garden: rosemary, lambs ear, lemon balm, thyme, among others,” school officials reported.

“We will also have a Cash Garden, already in use as fourth graders split and sell plants in concert with their

LESSON ON GARDENING was provided by Mark Cartonio of Mark’s Lawn and Garden in Bridgton to Stevens Brook Elementary School students. economic learning.” required standards, while In anticipation of the providing real life experiencgreenhouse, which will be es. The potential for learnlarge enough to grow plants ing opportunities are endless, and accommodate a class- and the greenhouse will offer room of students, teachers an environment far beyond are working to expand their the limitations of growing in lessons to compliment their the classrooms. A greenhouse

(Continued from Page 7C) After halftime, the starters were rested for the finals, which allowed Cape Elizabeth to bring the score a little bit closer, but Fryeburg earned a 9-6 victory as time elapsed.

In the other semi-finals, Cumberland had pulled off an upset victory over Falmouth to earn the other spot in the finals. While it wasn’t expected, a rematch between Fryeburg and Cumberland was welcome as both teams are athletic and competitive. This game proved to be much closer early on, as the wind speed had increased throughout the day and athletes were getting more fatigued. There were a lot of turnovers in the final and some very long points. One point took 29 minutes as neither team was able to connect in the end zone. Eventually, Fryeburg got back on their game and took a 7-3 lead

at intermission. After half, there wasn’t a lot of time left in the game, so only thee more points were scored, leaving the final score at 9-4.

The final point, another long one, was scored with a layout catch from senior captain Erin Friberg.

“The key to our success this season hinged on the great throwing and defensive skills of Bridget Bailey and the great catching ability of her many receivers. Bridget has the longest throw of any girl in the state of Maine and this often makes the difference in a game,” Coach Strahler said. “Our goal this season was to not rely solely in this deep look, and I think we did a reasonable job of achieving that goal. On many occasions, goals were scored by successive short passes thrown to well-timed cuts. Sydney Andreoli was pivotal in getting the disc from Bridget

will allow students to grow produce for cafeteria use.

Fruits and vegetables can be provided at the cafeteria salad bar or into the classrooms for snack time.

Science experiments will take on a whole new dimension as teachers will be able to use the greenhouse space.

“We are hoping to teach children skills they will continue using into adulthood as they care for our world and themselves by growing and eating healthy foods!” school officials said.

In efforts to raise the necessary funds, local businesses McDonald’s and Macdonald Motors have supported the project. Most recently, the SBES PTA donated $1,000 toward the project.

Several months ago, teachers worked for an evening at McDonald’s cooking fries, cleaning tables, and

taking orders at both the registers and in the drive-thru! A portion of the proceeds went into the greenhouse fund.

For the second year in a row, Macdonald Motors hosted “Chrysler Drive for Kids.”

Community residents test-drove vehicles, and for every test drive, $10 was donated to the project.

Collectively, over $2,000 has been contributed toward the goal, of which SBES is almost halfway there.

From the community members test-driving cars, to residents buying dinner during McTeacher Night, to SBES staff working each event, to businesses offering help, it is taking a community to raise a greenhouse!

For more information on this ongoing project, or to find out how you can help, please contact Stevens Brook Principal Cheryl Turpin, at 647-5675.

Raider recaps: Ultimate way to end it and continuing it upfield. It is hard to pick out players from a team that is so deep in talent and we look forward to working with most of these girls next season as we progress even further. Some girls on the team have even said that they have a new goal of winning an out of state tournament, setting the bar even higher.”

ULTIMATE: BOYS The Fryeburg Academy boys ultimate team competed in the Maine State Championship Tournament on May 30 to end their season. FA went into the tournament seeded sixth and were hoping to break seed. The first match-up was against the third seed, South Portland, whom FA had lost to in the first game of the season.

“We had improved greatly since that first game, but so had SoPo. We were unable

to work the disc against This final loss for the tournatheir zone defense with any ment put the boys in sixth consistency, so points rare- place, the same seeding they ly ended with us scoring,” had entered the tournament,” Coach Chris Strahler said.

Coach Strahler said.

FA dropped a 13-3 loss.

He added, “I think the After this disappoint- season proved to be a sucing opening round, FA was cess. The team was rather matched up against Windham, young this year, with only with whom the Raiders have three seniors on the varsity a friendly rivalry. Earlier team. There is a lot of young in the season, Windham talent that will help us next claimed a 15-14 decision in season as they mature as FA’s only home game of the players. I am looking forseason. This particular game ward to working with these proved to be an equally close athletes in creating a cohematch-up and the Raiders sive team in which all of the ended up eking out an 11-10 players have a better sense victory. This win put FA of the game. Captain Ben into the 5th-6th place game Darling was an integral part against Yarmouth. The game of the team this year and he was scheduled to occur at will be important for building the same time as the finals, our team next year. It is sad which the Fryeburg girls var- to see seniors Dat Vu, Thang sity team was playing in.

Le and Rodrigo Araujo leave “Many of the boys didn’t the Academy, but it is my have their hearts in the game hope that they will continue because they wanted to sup- to play in college. I know port the girls team. The Rodrigo has plans to play for game was close until half- Rutgers and I have been trytime, but after half the team ing to convince Dat to tryout let things go fairly quickly. for Georgia Tech.”

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Alyssa Aaskov of Casco graduated with her Juris Doctor degree from New England Law in Boston, Mass. at the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre on May 22. Alyssa graduated from Lake Region High School, Class of 2008, and then earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Maine in Orono in 2012. Alyssa plans to practice family and real estate law in the Boston area.

Her parents, Robin and Alan Aaskov, reside in Harrison.

Morgan D. Brown of Casco graduated May 10 from Saint Michael’s College in Colchester, Vt. with a bachelor of arts, summa cum laude, in Spanish.

Casey Lynn Heath of Bridgton made the President’s List in the spring 2015 semester at Husson University in Bangor by earning a 4.0 grade point average. To make the President’s List, students must attain a semester GPA above 3.8. Casey is the daughter of Lisa and Mark Heath and graduated in 2014 from Lake Region High School. She is studying to become a pharmacist.

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June 4, 2015, The Bridgton News, Page 1D

Take two, Referendum Article #3

The following column was submitted by the Bridgton Wastewater Committee The group of individuals who have brought the petition to the ballot, Referendum Article #3, to be voted on next week, have set themselves, in no uncertain terms, in opposition to Bridgton’s Wastewater Committee — for no good reason.

For one, the Wastewater Committee is an advisory committee, made up of local individuals, who showed interest and were appointed by the Bridgton Board of Selectmen. (As such, all of our names, contact information, and meeting information is on the town’s website.) We are charged to learn about the complexities and implications of the present situation and make informed recommendations to the selectmen regarding all aspects of the wastewater system and future wastewater disposal. That’s it. We have no power of any kind to decide or change anything. While we wish we had the participation of somebody on the wastewater system, none of the committee members are.

Secondly and more importantly, much of what this petition group says is right. The committee is also right. We should be working together to solve these problems. We all work hard, we all mean well, and we all want the same thing. The committee, being a town committee, is working within the town cial commitment, a prudent person determines the cost of the product or extent of the commitment before they spend the money.

Our elected officials need to run the town like the voters run their households.

Vote “Yes” on Question 2 so To The Editor: we can know the cost of this Peter Berry was absolute- project. ly right about the tree on Nelle Ely Depot Street. Somebody has Bridgton a lot of explaining to do. Why was that tree taken down? I anticipate reading the answer in The Bridgton News.

June Anschutz Bridgton To The Editor: Editor’s note: Anne M. Krieg, In a way, I’ve always AICP director of Planning, thought that Article 3 on Economic & Community the upcoming Bridgton Development for the Town ballot was unnecessary. It of Bridgton, gave the merely confirms the right following explanation: “We of property owners to retain were dedicated to saving sewer-use allocations they the tree and had moved the purchased (actually had to sidewalk to accommodate purchase) for their buildings the tree; however, once the along the route of the syspower lines were removed tem. from that side of the street, Moreover, as a student of it became apparent that the contracts, I’m fairly certain crown of the tree had been that their rights would be severely compromised from confirmed in a court of law. years of harsh pruning. In Nevertheless, suggesspeaking selectmen, it was tions by some, who are authorized to take the tree active in local wastewater down and replace it with the issues that those rights are elm planned for that portion subject to confiscation and of the streetscape.” Krieg transfer, have led to the curnoted that six trees will be rent citizen initiative to reafplanted as part of the Depot firm them.

Street project.

The background to the current clamor (akin to a Wild West showdown over water rights) is the simple fact that the Bridgton village system is becoming To The Editor: subscribed up to the point of The “Save the old its current capacity. Indeed, Bridgton Town Hall/Vote it was practically obsoNo on Question 2” signs lete when created (largely have sprouted up again. The through the efforts of Lakes voters should not be fooled Environmental hero Peter by these signs as Question Lowell) as an affordable 2 does not create a scenario stopgap measure. where the Town Hall needs Fortunately, according to to be saved. a guru of the Wastewater Question 2 only asks that Committee, plans are voters be provided with the already underway (route, total cost of the contemplat- engineering, funding grants) ed renovations to the Town to expand the system and Hall so the voters can make ease the way for additional an informed decision on the growth. Good! work that should be done.

A “Yes” vote on Article 3 Question 2 requires that will not only confirm existour elected officials conduct ing property rights, but also town business the same way light a little fire under the any prudent person makes bottoms of town bureaucrats a significant financial deci- to expedite the long-overdue sion. Whether you are buy- upgrade. ing a car, buying a home Charles D. Simpson or making any large finanHigh Street, Bridgton

governmental system to figure this out. We have appealed to folks for years — in this newspaper, at public meetings, on LRTV, and personally, to engage, to come to meetings, to share their views and concerns, and to help us find a solution.

We sincerely thank the people, who have done that, but they are few — seriously, you can count them on one hand. This petition group has chosen to work outside the system, has not joined the conversation or informed themselves about the situation the town is in. Unfortunately, even as they’ve spent a good deal of money and crafted a well-designed campaign, they come off as not totally informed and concerned only with their own needs. Dividing the community over this instead of working together shows a lack of confidence in your town’s officials and is not the way to get the new wastewater system we need.

The Municipal Wastewater Disposal System is not sustainable in the way it’s presently managed, even for the current users it serves. It certainly cannot support Bridgton’s prosperity. To prosper and be environmentally and financially sustainable, Bridgton needs a new wastewater disposal system with a broader reach than just the downtown.

There are presently 73 homes and businesses on the system, mostly businesses. And to be clear, Bridgton’s waste-

water removal system collects wastewater post-septic tank, which each user has on their property, and delivers it mostly by gravity-flow, to leach fields at each end of town. This system was installed a very long time ago, was failing and had to be rehabbed 10 years ago to the tune of $850,000, using taxpayer block grant money, and has never served more than 76 users. Users were assigned, and then paid for, a certain number of gallons per day, called an allocation, that they could put into this limited system. Many users on the system hold a considerable portion of their total allocation that they are not flowing.

If all these users were to flow their total allocated amount, the system would be maxed out with the total gallons well over the safety buffer required by the Department of Environmental Protection. So, the system is shut down by the numbers even though considerable capacity is not being used. Even though Bridgton’s wastewater system is set up as an “Enterprise Fund” and as such is supposed to be self-sufficient, the CDBG money that was used is taxpayer money, which could have been used for any number of other things of more benefit to more taxpayers. That expense, and the fact that the mismanagement of the system over many years has put a stranglehold on the downtown make this a very important issue for every TAKE TWO, Page 8D

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VOICES FOR BEES — The worldwide March Against Monsanto took place on May 23, and community members showed their support with a rally on that Saturday on the Naples Causeway. Shown from left to right are: Macy Morton, 2, Della Blais with her children, Addie, 15, and Luke, 12, all of Naples, and Laurie Frizzel, also of Naples.

Bob Critchfield, of Casco, dressed as a beekeeper with bee puppets, took part in the march in Portland last year.

Critchfield said the cause needed local exposure because the company Monsanto, which manufactures Roundup, is creating stronger pesticides that will continue to kill beneficial insects, and enter into the food chain. (De Busk Photo)

Stop the abuse

To The Editor: It is time for Maine to stop supporting the puppy mills and kitten mills by buying pet shop pups and kittens. We all must use our voices to end this inhumane industry.

LD #335 is “An Act To Restrict The Sales Of Dogs And Cats In Pet Shops.”

This bill will restrict a pet shop from selling dogs and cats obtained from the large-scale breeding industry (aka puppy/kitten mills) with significant violations from the USDA. The restriction does not apply to a public or private charitable nonprofit shelter, humane society, or rescue organization, a pet shop where a dog or cat owned by a public or private organization. LD #335 will stop other puppy/kitten-millselling pet shops from starting business in our State of Maine. Documents obtained from the Maine Department of Animal Welfare have

proven 99% of all pups and kittens sold in our Maine pet shops are obtained from out-of-state, inhumane largescale breeding facilities (aka puppy mills) where the parents are kept in inhumane conditions with urine/fecesfilled cages, without nutritious food, no veterinary care for illness or injury, without any protection from the elements, breeders with repeat USDA violations, many not licensed by the USDA. The pet shops will deny these facts, but facts are facts. They cannot be denied.

Does Maine want to support an industry that abuses dogs and cats? I think not.

Please contact your state representatives as soon as possible at 1-800-423-2900 to tell them Maine wants LD #335 to pass.

Please join Maine Citizens Against Puppy Mills on Facebook to get more information.

Lynne Fracassi Founder of Maine Citizens Against Puppy Mills Casco

TURNED OVER — Rick Mason (left), a member of Denmark Board of Selectmen, and Terry Rhoads (right), chairman of the Denmark Conservation Commission, cut the ribbon at the Perley Mills Community Forest last week.

Loon Echo Land Trust transferred the Perley Mills Community Forest property to the Town of Sebago this January (129 acres on Swamp Road), and to the Town of Denmark this April (1,488 acres on Hancock Pond Road). Loon Echo holds conservation easements on the land to ensure the natural and public recreational resources are forever protected. (Photo by Jon Evans)

What is a firefighter worth?

To The Editor: There has been so much talk recently about things like containing costs, lowering taxes, and those who work in public safety being overpaid — particularly firefighters — that it could make your head spin. We’ve all done the “simple math,” crunched the numbers, and it all seems to boil down to a simple ques-

tion. What are firefighters worth?

I guess that depends. We live in a country that seems to have forgotten what our priorities are. A man can be a skilled athlete who happens to throw and catch a football well, and make millions and millions of dollars to do so.

And we as a society are not only okay with that, but we gather in front of our televisions and cheer that man on. Meanwhile, a firefighter kisses his children goodbye before every shift knowing LETTERS, Page 2D

Medicare nugget

By Stan Cohen Medicare Volunteer Counselor Medicare Part D is the prescription drug program under Medicare. It is true that seniors often have difficulty with the Part D plan selection process and find the decision-making complicated, especially because of the large number of available plans. Consequently, only a small fraction of beneficiaries are enrolled in the lowest-cost Part D plan available to them.

Many Part D enrollees incur higher out-of-pocket costs than would be the case with a different plan selection. That is why I have continued to urge Medicare beneficiaries to use the Medicare Plan Finder, online, or to get help from a Medicare volunteer to do that for them. Studies show that many enrollees simply choose the plan with the lowest premium.

Yet, the Part D plan premium is not a good indicator of overall value. There are many factors to consider (i.e. plans that include coverage for generic drugs in the coverage gap, or plans with no deductible, or restrictions on certain drugs). On average, about 1.7 million Part D enrollees out of 13.4 million (about 13%) switched plans voluntarily in each annual enrollment period between 2006 and 2010. That means all the others simply allowed their current plan to continue to cover them — even if they could have done better by switching to another plan.

Part D enrollees could lower their costs by engaging annually in the process of reviewing and comparing their plan options during the annual enrollment period. So why don’t they? In one view, enrollment stability could be a sign of enrollees’ satisfaction with their plans. Another view is that beneficiaries avoid “rocking the boat,” by staying in their current plans, preferring the status quo (even at a higher cost) over the unknowns of a new plan.

My bet is that Medicare beneficiaries find the task of reviewing and comparing plans in the face of many different options too confusing and it may not seem worth the effort.

Medicare volunteer counselors are available for free, one-on-one consultations. Call the Bridgton Community Center at 647-3116 to arrange for an appointment.

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(Continued from Page 1D) the harsh reality that it very well could be the last time he will see them, and he is fighting tooth and nail for decent health coverage and substantial pay to support those children.

He is the man that you call when your elderly father has a stroke. He is the person that will extract your 16-year-old son from a mangled vehicle on the highway in the middle of the night. He is the person that will be there in a heartbeat when your newborn infant stops breathing. He is the person who is exposed to countless dangerous scenarios and has seen horrific things during his career that would psychologically haunt most of us for the rest of our lives. We trust him to save our homes and belongings in the event of a disastrous fire, and we trust him to keep us breathing and our hearts beating when we face our most critical moments. What is he worth to you?

He sometimes will go days without sleep, and make lifealtering decisions on every call he shows up to. He has missed family meals, bedtime stories, Christmas mornings, school plays, anniversaries, Thanksgiving dinners, and his own children’s birthdays. We all know that life is so very short, and firefighters sacrifice precious time with the most important people in their lives to save the lives of the most important people in yours. And now they have to defend and protect their pensions, well-deserved health benefits, and their paychecks. It has been proposed by some that they lose many of their benefits, and work extra shifts that they will not be compensated for. There seems to be a serious misconception that firefighters are in it for the monetary gain, and more and more often have been portrayed in a negative light for actually expecting to be compensated for the sacrifices that they make to do their job. For an individual that has chosen this selfless career, it begs the question: Is it worth it?

Most of us are willing to pay a little extra for something if it is important to us, whether it be the shoes we wear, the doctor we choose

to treat us, or even the cup of coffee we drink. It is something that we value, therefore it is worth the cost. Most would agree that our safety and protection is of unmeasurable value. Those of us that are skilled in math may look at the numbers and think that stripping those who serve our public of their way to earn a decent living is an answer to a financial equation. But firefighters and their families are not numbers on a piece of paper. They are human beings that are doing their jobs every day to the best of their ability, and possibly sacrificing their own lives for the life of a stranger.

Not many of us in our right mind would do that for free, and no one should have to.

So before making our minds up that firefighters are the financial problem, sit down with a local firefighter and ask him about his job.

Ask him about his wife and his sons or daughters, what kind of house he lives in, and what type of car he drives.

And then ask yourself, if you were to take on such a career, what would you expect in return?

Tina Clarke Proud wife of a Cumberland firefighter

A vote for Taft

To The Editor: I am endorsing and voting for Douglas Taft Sr. for Bridgton selectman as a write-in candidate. I have been told that a number of people question the legalities of Doug putting in an ad in The Bridgton News as he had not taken out official nomination papers and was running for reelection as selectman as a write-in candidate, and why The Bridgton News allowed it to be done because it had never been done before. I can’t speak about The Bridgton News issue, but it is perfectly legal and also Doug Taft has that freedom to advertise in the paper or other forms of advertisement such as signs, just like the other candidates even though Doug had not taken out nomination papers to run for selectman, but after the urging from me and many other citizens, he has changed his mind and wants to continue to serve the citizens of Bridgton that, in my opinion, he has done very well.

Opinions Doug is dedicated and committed to whatever job or task he takes on and works very hard to get the job done. He was on the negotiating team with me when we negotiated with Loon Echo Land Trust and Lakes Environmental Association in obtaining Pondicherry Park and he is still a member of the Pondicherry Park Stewardship committee. He is one of the two selectmen that have been involved and still is involved with negotiations with the Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group or BRAG committee regarding the BRAG fields, now known as the Ham Complex. Doug has always requested time limits on getting responses from committees or other entities pertaining to town business and he doesn’t let things lie on the back burner. He is for the responsible, managed growth of Bridgton.

I have worked with Doug for close to 40 years and during that time we respect each other’s views even though we do not always agree. He has been confident on voting on town issues as a selectman.

He was a valuable asset to me when we worked together on the police department and has continued after I was elected to the Board of Selectmen in 2011, and especially since he has been my vice chairman of the Board of Selectmen for the past year. Doug is analytical and not quick to jump.

On many occasions, he made me see a different side on issues that have come before us. Some of those issues we didn’t always agree on, but we were able to collaborate and get the job done.

There’s been a lot said about most of the selectmen not being from Bridgton or Maine. Most people know Doug was not born in Bridgton or raised in Bridgton, or Maine for that matter, but he made Bridgton his home back in 1977 and has served the citizens of Bridgton honorably as a Bridgton police officer for 30 years and as selectman for seven years. He deserves to be our selectman again for another three years.

When you go to vote on Tuesday, June 9, you will not see Doug’s name listed along with the other candidates so please look for the blank lines under the candidate’s names and please check off or color in the block beside the blank line, and write in Douglas

SPECIAL PERFORMANCE — A large turnout of Lake Region Chorus members delighted residents and their family members with their Outreach performance at the Bridgton Health Care Center on May 30. The program included songs from the LRCC Spring Concert and patriotic songs with audience participation! Jan Jukkola conducted the program and Carolyn Stanhope accompanied with style and grace! Ginny Halligan played her flute and George Szok played the violin. The vocal soloists were Mary DiNucci and George Szok. A good time was had by all. Chorus members would like to thank the Bridgton Health Care Center for this opportunity to perform and give back to the Lake Region community.

Taft Sr. on that line. We need to have him continue to serve the citizens of the Town of Bridgton as our selectman, as he has been doing faithfully for the past seven years.

Bernie King Bridgton

Red granite guardians

To The Editor: Three cheers for the excellent letter by Deborah (Fuller) Fossum (May 14, 2015, Page 8B) addressing the replacement of the red granite posts now adorning and protecting the shores of the Moose Pond Causeway. I would fully expect if it was possible to know the number of photographs taken of this scenic stretch of the Roosevelt Trail that they would out-number any taken of any other scenic spot in our region.

These 481 two-foot by four-foot red granite slabs from the Redstone Quarry in New Hampshire were placed eight feet on center on both sides of the road for the length of the Causeway in 1953 as part of Federal Project F-014.

They have protected the shores of Moose Pond (if that is their function) since their installation.

The Bridgton Board of Selectmen have made their

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case for opposing the replacement of these granite icons with a natural rust metal guardrail, obviously, to no avail as the Maine Department of Transportation does not seem to hear that a town is concerned for their region.

It is interesting to note that in the bicentennial history of Bridgton (page 302, ironic as it is Route 302!), a concern raised in 1951 by neighbors in West Bridgton about the design of the water throughway under the road brought about change. The original design called for a 12-foot diameter metal culvert and this was deemed to be a mistake by 52 individuals who signed a protest circulated

by Mrs. Marjorie Smith. The protest was presented to the State Highway Commission and, following a hearing, the design was changed and a cement bridge (the present one) was designed to be 65 feet in width compared to the 12-foot diameter culvert planned by the SHC. Contrary to the present, we had sensitive individuals in MDOT who listened to the constituency and the taxpayers.

As I understand it, there is no particular code/ordinance/ law to suggest that steel railings have to be installed, but rather it is a decision by the Engineering Council because of their concern of the trend of accidents elsewhere.

Mr. Foley of the MDOT in responding to the selectmen, stated that “the decision by MDOT’s Engineering Council was primarily based on the continued prevalence of ‘run off the road’ accidents in Maine,” “and the everincreasing occurrences of distracted driving.” Given the observation by the selectmen that “the Causeway has historically been a safe stretch of highway with very few accidents,” it is apparent that there is no justification to remove a scenic element of the Moose Pond Causeway.

Maine DOT Commissioner David Bernhardt’s response to the concern for removing the red granite posts at a later hearing sponsored by the Bridgton and Fryeburg Rotary Clubs stated that, “It’s all about safety…and it’d be very hard for ME (my italics) to say ‘No, no guardrail.’” He further was reported to state that, “the guardrail would be 28-31 inches…tall…and hopefully not (to) obscure the view of the mountain or the lake.” It is not the obscuring of the view that is so unsettling as it is that the view will not encompass an iconic landmark of red granite stones that has endured for 62 years.

As a native born of Bridgton having lived here through high school and college and later summered in my hometown on Moose Pond in sight of the Causeway most of the past 56 years since college, I have seen the changes of the Causeway. I was a junior in high school at the time of the last reconstruction and assume that the engineers of that day were excited to use a natural resource of the region from neighboring New Hampshire to adorn the picturesque scene of Pleasant Mountain and Moose Pond.

Obviously, there are many of us who prefer to keep the “Red Granite Guardians.”

In her letter to the editor, Deborah states that, “It’s amazing that there has not been a greater hue and cry from local residents or the Bridgton Historical Society to the Maine Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) proposal to replace the granite quarry blocks with a highway guardrail.” I agree, but perhaps we are so used to speaking our piece and being ignored that we feel it is fruitless to voice our concern and care on this issue!

Had not the Smiths led the pack in 1951 leading to the present 65-foot water passage under The Causeway, there are many boaters who would not be enjoying access to the main body of water from the upper end of Moose Pond.

I also do not want to have Joni Mitchell’s haunting words in Big Yellow Taxi come back to us (as quoted

by Deborah Fossom): “Don’t it always seem to go…That you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone…”, and leave us with the ending of — they pulled up the blocks of red granite…and they put up, put up a rusty guardrail!

Bill Warren Moose Pond, Bridgton And Gorham

What’s the motive?

To The Editor: What’s in it for those leading the drive to de-fund repair work on the old Town Hall? What might they gain by again undermining the will of the voters and advice of the selectmen? Why do they want the building’s demise either by demolition or decay? What is the real purpose behind their committing so much time and effort to that end? Is it only coincidence that those spearheading the drive to prevent repairs are developers, contractors and builders, who are also owners of and investors in multiple properties?

As I was writing this, I learned that “they” are spending yet another weekend at the transfer station, dispensing phantom information to a temporarily “captive” audience. The hoped for outcome of their efforts must be for funds designated for repairs to instead be applied (directly or indirectly) to interests more closely aligned with their own. Altruism doesn’t enter the picture. With all the words they’ve spent urging us to destroy or abandon the old building, there is a total lack of information about what they want done with either the funds or the land. They don’t suggest alternatives. So, what is in it for them? They don’t tell us anything about that, do they? They don’t want us to know what they intend to get out of it.

Vote “No” on Question #2 to save the our old Town Hall.

Kappy Sprenger Bridgton

Vote ‘no’ on Question 2

To The Editor: We urge others to join us on June 9 in voting “No” LETTERS, Page 3D

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(Continued from Page 2D) on Referendum Question #2 regarding repairs to the Bridgton Town Hall.

The Town Hall is possibly the last historic, 19th-century public building left in town, and it should be maintained in a timely fashion. It has many current uses and can continue to be a public asset in the future. For us, repairing this important building has nothing to do with whether Bridgton needs a 21st-century basketball court/recreation center. The town needs both.

Your “No” vote will support the Board of Selectmen as they begin needed repairs on this historic community building.

Drew and Margaret Sanborn Bridgton

Another ‘no’ on Question 2

To The Editor: Bridgton voters will soon go to the polls to decide the fate of our Old Town Hall.

The money for stabilization and repair of the building is

currently available, and last year at town meeting, voters authorized the expenditure of those funds for this purpose.

If Referendum Question #2 on the ballot passes, that would freeze expenditure of those funds, and prevent the repair work from being started. Please go to the polls Tuesday, June 9 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the Old Town Hall, and vote “No” on Referendum Question #2. By voting “No,” you are voting against freezing those funds, and you are allowing existing monies, which voters already approved, to be spent.

A more thorough assessment of Town Hall repairs is being done, and it is possible that in the future voters will decide to do additional repairs, but that is a separate issue, which voters will decide at another time.

It is also important for voters to attend the annual Bridgton town meeting on Wednesday, June 10 at 7 p.m., at Town Hall. Occasionally, motions are made at town meeting that can undo earlier votes, so it is crucial to attend, and to stay until the town meeting is officially adjourned.

Bridgton’s historic Town Hall has been part of our heritage for 164 years. Voters have already spoken, to stabilize and repair this building

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The Town of Bridgton is offering the following items for sale by sealed bid: 2008 Ford Crown Vic with 119,223 miles 1973? Ford F800 with 118,775 miles 1987 Morbark Eager Beaver portable chipper Additional information and photos are available on the Town of Bridgton website at www.bridgtonmaine.org. The items are being sold “as is” and can be viewed at the Bridgton Public Works Garage located at 31 Willett Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Thursday.

Sealed proposals, clearly marked with the item you wish to bid on, must be received by the Bridgton Town Office, Three Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton, Maine 04009, no later than 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2015, at which place and time all bids received will be opened and read aloud.

Inquiries should be directed to Jim Kidder, Public Works Director at 207-647-2326. The Board of Selectmen will award the bid at their regularly-scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2015. The Board has the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

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Supporters of the Town Hall

To The Editor: The Bridgton Town Hall has become a divisive issue.

It becomes increasingly so as the costs escalate toward a million dollars. The opinions of varied groups are different and not simple. A sampling of these are as follows: 1. Those wishing to preserve the building as a symbol of Bridgton’s history.

2. Independent groups (for profit and nonprofit) using the building for recreational activities — Jumping Jane’s, pickle ball, Zumba, tai chi and Dee’s aerobics.

3. Town’s recreation programs.

4. Parents of our youth wanting new facilities for their children.

5. Those asking for financial responsibility.

As the costs have grown, those concerned with youth recreation increasingly fear that the exorbitant cost will prevent the construction of new facilities in the near future. In addition, they fear that the use of Moose Pond Trust Funds to pay the debt on the Town Hall will remove the monies previously used to pay for recreational programs and possibility eliminate them.

There are those who truly want to preserve the building as an example of our past.

Some do not care about the cost and the effect on other town needs. Others want to preserve the character of North High Street as represented by the building, but

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Big success for library

To The Editor: Thank you so much to Allen Crabtree for writing such a great article about Rockcraft Lodge for The Bridgton News, and for the beautiful pictures to accompany that. And, thank you, Mr. Rivet, for giving it such coverage in The Bridgton News. It was fantastic.

We think about 250 people came for the Open House on Saturday, and it netted the Spaulding Memorial Library over $2,000. We had a steady stream of people for the full three hours. For a

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TOWN OF CASCO

HONORARY PAGE — Sophey Potter, a student at Jordan-Small Middle School in Raymond, recently served as an Honorary Page in the Maine Senate for the day as a guest of Senator Bill Diamond (right). The Honorary Page program gives students an opportunity to participate in the process and interact with legislators. Honorary Pages have the opportunity to see what it is like to work on the floor of the Senate and be part of a legislative session.

Pages perform such duties as delivering messages to Senators and distributing Amendments and Supplements in the Chamber. Students from third grade through high school are invited to serve in the Senate Chamber as Honorary Pages when the Senate is in Session. For more information or to schedule a visit, call Senator Bill Diamond at 287-1515. little library like ours, that is a very successful fundraiser.

We have a list of CIP and maintenance to-do items that this will go toward; so we are most grateful.

In addition, the event was successful, too, as a community get-together. People sat on the porch and told stories of their relatives having worked there, of being there as children invited to Mrs. Spaulding’s Christmas parties, of being married there, etc. The former chauffeur’s grandson came with pictures and a relative of Mrs. Spaulding’s health care

INVITATION TO BID The Bridgton Community Center is accepting bids for cleaning services to be done at 15 Depot Street in Bridgton.

Contact Lorraine Goldrup at 647-3116 to schedule an appointment and site visit.

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TOWN OF LOVELL Planning Board SPECIAL MEETING

The Lovell Planning Board will hold a special meeting at the Lovell Town Office on Wednesday, June 10, 2015, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

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The meeting is for in-service training for board members on Shoreland Zoning issues.

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IMPORTANT WARNING: IF YOU FAIL TO FILE AN ANSWER WITHIN THE TIME STATED ABOVE, OR IF AFTER YOU FILE YOUR ANSWER YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT ANY TIME THE COURT NOTIFIES YOU TO DO SO, A JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU IN YOUR ABSENCE FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME. IF YOU INTEND TO OPPOSE THIS LAWSUIT, DO NOT FAIL TO ANSWER WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME.

aide showed me where Mrs. Spaulding died. So much history is tied up in that estate.

All expressed gratitude in being able to visit, see the renovations and look back at a place and lady they remember fondly.

On behalf of the Spaulding Memorial Library, thank you again.

Claudia D. Lowe Board of Trustees, President Spaulding Memorial Library Sebago

Bids will be accepted up to June 30, 2015.

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It further appears, and the Court so finds, that personal service of the Complaint cannot be made upon Brian Libby and Kayla Libby and all other persons unascertained, not in being, or unknown claiming by, through or under the Decedent, Lorna Mae Libby, or any of the above named parties as heirs, devisees, appointees or in any other way, inasmuch as their present whereabouts is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be established, it is hereby ORDERED that service be made upon Brian Libby and Kayla Libby and all other persons unascertained, not in being, or unknown claiming by, through or under the Decedent, Lorna Mae Libby, or any of the above named parties as heirs, devisees, appointees or in any other way by publishing this Order once a week for three consecutive weeks in The Bridgton News, a newspaper of general circulation in Cumberland County. The first publication shall be made within twenty (20) days after the Order is granted. Service by publication shall be complete on the twenty-first day after the first publication. Within twenty (20) days after service is completed by the foregoing method, Brian Libby and Kayla Libby and all other persons unascertained, not in being, or unknown claiming by, through or under the Decedent, Lorna Mae Libby, or any of the above named parties as heirs, devisees, appointees or in any other way shall appear and defend this action by filing an answer with the Clerk of the Maine District Court at P. O. Box 412, Portland, Maine 04112, and also by serving a copy of the answer on Plaintiff’s attorney, Richard H. Broderick, Jr., Esq., at P. O. Box 5, Lincoln, Maine 04457. Brian Libby and Kayla Libby and all other persons unascertained, not in being, or unknown claiming by, through or under the Decedent, Lorna Mae Libby, or any of the above named parties as heirs, devisees, appointees or in any other way are hereby notified that if they fail to do so a judgment by default will be rendered against them for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

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are beginning to question the cost and effect of the project on the town and taxpayers.

The Town Hall — while not serving the recreational needs of our youth — has provided a space for independent recreational groups.

They use the building, paying little or nothing. They want the building renovated to protect their interest.

Many of the organizers and participants are not citizens of Bridgton. They will not be paying for the renovations. However, they have been vocal in organizing a campaign to have the work done regardless of the cost.

Finally, there are those who want to know the work required and the total cost before proceeding. They want to make a sound decision on the scope of the work in the context of all town needs. They want the project to be thought through and planned with financial responsibility.

This project started as one of emotion with what was presented as a reasonable cost. The project leaders — selectmen — did not do their homework. The amount of work and costs have grown.

A year has passed in which no work has been done. Only more uncertainty has arisen.

The project should have been thought through a year ago. That necessity still exists. We are getting close to knowing the total scope of the project. Let’s do the planning right and complete the study.

We do this by pausing and voting “Yes” for Question 2.

Cathy Pinkham Bridgton

The Town of Casco is currently looking for volunteers to fill the following positions: CONSERVATION COMMITTEE MEMBER ENERGY COMMITTEE MEMBER ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 1 unexpired term to 2017, regular member 1 unexpired term to 2017, alternate member 1 three-year term, alternate member Interested parties may contact David P. Morton, Town Manager, at (207) 627-4515 x 201 or e-mail at manager@cascomaine.org 2T22

On Motion of the Plaintiff for an order for service by publication of the Complaint for Foreclosure on Brian Libby and Kayla Libby and all other persons unascertained, not in being, or unknown claiming by, through or under the Decedent, Lorna Mae Libby, or any of the above named parties as heirs, devisees, appointees or in any other way pursuant to M.R. Civ. P. 4(g), it appearing that this is an action to foreclose a mortgage from Parker L. Brooks and Elizabeth W. Brooks to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service, USDA, f/k/a the Farmers Home Administration, dated August 21, 1990 and recorded in the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds in Book 9287 Page 166 on premises located in Windham, Maine.

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so we can continue to use it and enjoy it. Vote “No’ on Referendum Question #2, so that funds we have already approved can be spent.

Bill and Jean Preis Bridgton (Editor’s note: The Board of Selectmen have taken the position that the town does have the authority to spend the $400,000 approved by voters last year, regardless of whether Question 2 passes, based on advice from Town Attorney Dick Spencer that citizens’ petitions only suspend actions taken by the Maine Legislature, not actions taken by municipalities.)

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• Bids shall include all warrantees.

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Bids will be received at the District Office, M.S.A.D. No. 61, 900 Portland Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009 until 2:00 p.m., June 18, 2015, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read. *Please direct any questions regarding bid specifications to Andy Madura at (207) 693-6467.

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Bid No. 061815BS Maine School Administrative District No. 61 is currently seeking sealed proposals for furnishing the District with two (2) minimum 77-passenger type C school buses, as specified in the attached proposal and specifications.

Bids will be received at the District Office, M.S.A.D. No. 61, 900 Portland Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009 until 2:00 p.m., June 18, 2015, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read. *Please direct any questions regarding bid specifications to Andy Madura at (207) 693-6467.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice

INVITATION TO BID

TOWN OF NAPLES

AGENDA Casco Planning Board June 8, 2015 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M.

Public Hearing

The Board of Selectpersons will hold a meeting on June 15, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. An application for a Liquor License for Naples Pizza and Dugout located at 1124 Roosevelt Trail, submitted by Lisa and Keith McKnight.

1. Approve Minutes of May 11, 2015 2. Wayne T. Wood, as agent for MECAP LLC, has submitted an application for an Amendment to an Approved Subdivision to divide Lot 6 of said Plan into two lots. The original Lot 6 will contain 2.8 acres and the newly-created lot will contain 3.1 acres. The property is shown on the Tax Map as Map 4, Lot 23-6. The property is commonly known as 3 Graystone Drive, and is located in Residential and LRR zones.

3. Other.

M.S.A.D. #61

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2. An application for a Special Amusement Permit for Pretentious Pie Co. located at 679 Roosevelt Trail.

3. An application for a Liquor License for Pretentious Pie Co. located at 679 Roosevelt Trail.

4. An application for a Special Amusement Permit for Merced’s on Brandy Pond located at 770 Roosevelt Trail.

5. An application for a Liquor License for Merced’s on Brandy Pond, submitted by Merced’s on Brandy Pond, Inc. Public welcome.

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Classifieds

Page 4D, The Bridgton News, June 4, 2015

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

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

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

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

Discriminatory Advertising under the Fair Housing Act

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

CHALMERS INSURANCE

HELP WANTED

DRIVERS — Local combination city drivers/dock workers needed.

Excellent hourly rate, home daily, fully paid medical benefits for family, paid holidays, paid sick days and much more. Apply at drive4yrc.com or call 855-3784972.

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CLEANING PERSON — for Saturdays in July and August, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Must be dependable. In Naples, Long Lake area. Call 978-535-7422, leave message.

4t21x SECRETARY — Dates: June 15 to August 21. Camp Tapawingo, Route 93, Sweden. Contact JD 207-256-8106.

2t22 FULL-TIME MECHANIC ­ ­— wanted at Q-Team Tree Service in Naples. Apply online at www.QTeam.com/employment-application tf10

SUMMER CAMP JOBS — Camp Encore-Coda, located in Sweden, Maine. We are seeking motivated people for general kitchen work and food service. Please call Sterling at 207-509-1370 or e-mail to sterling.hartin@sodexo. com for online application. 2t23X DEPENDABLE — hard worker wanted. Busy landscape/mowing company wants experienced worker who is familiar with running power equipment and can back up a truck and trailer. Good license; non-smoking environment. Will pay for experience. Please call: 452-2989.

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LINE COOK/SOUS CHEF — Servers. Cornish Inn/Lincoln Pub looking for summer/fall help. & Looking for a team oriented experienced cook to run an open kitchen. Must have grill and some saute Part of the Chalmers Group experience. Creative individuals 100 Main Street, will support a small menu, bakBridgton, ME 04009 ing experience is a plus. Will have access to fresh ingredients from Phone: 207-647-3311 our greenhouse, local farms and Fax: 207-647-3003 coastal fish house. Schedule Th.Sat. and Sunday (brunch). Also www.chalmers-ins.com hiring experienced servers for the Lincoln Pub. Food, beer and wine BN 23 knowledge a plus. Some catering ATTENTION may be required. Hours Th.-Sat. and Sunday Brunch. Call 207-939Classified line ads are now posted 9493 to set up an interview. 1t23 on our website at NO EXTRA CHARGE! www.bridgton.com CONCRETE FOUNDATION — Laborers wanted. Driver’s HELP WANTED license required. Call 207-647tf20 CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD — 5940. for Raymond Rec Swim Program. TREE WORKERS NEEDED July 6-31, M-F. FMI contact sar- — Experience helpful but will ahswim3@gmail.com, cell 518- train the right individuals. Apply 0273.

2t22 online at www.Q-Team.com/emTHE BLACK HORSE TAVERN ployment-application or in person — is looking for a night time ex- at Q-Team on Route 11 in Naples. tf19 peditor/prep cool. Please apply 693-3831.

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WORK WANTED

REAL ESTATE

CARPENTER’S HELPER — wanted. Fryeburg/Lovell area. Pay based on experience. Must have driver’s license. Call 207-7434547 or e-mail nycinc@yahoo. com 6t19x

ODD JOBS — by the hour, day, week, or job. Free estimates. Call 627-4649.

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PARSONS BUILDING — & Remodeling. Interior/exterior painting, fully insured, free estimates, TIMBER BAY HOME — & 30 years experience. Call 925Garden, in Lovell, Me., is looking 9000.

5t22x to expand its manufacturing team of Critter Creators. Looking for SEMI-RETIRED — Contractor crafty people or those who love looking for plumbing work in the to work with their hands. 10 hrs./ local area. Call 647-8026. tf10 wk. We grow to more. Call Lisa for more details 207-925-6885. 2t22

ON EAGLES WINGS — Looking for a massage therapist that wants to join our wellness center in Bridgton. We need someone with lots of heart and can do hot stones.

Please call Ann Ruel 207-4159166. tf18

WORK WANTED

EXCAVATING — Have hoe, will travel. Snowplowing, removal and sanding. Site work, foundations dug, back filling, septic systems, sand, loam, gravel. Call Brad Chute, 653-4377 or 627-4560. tf3

DAYCARE

TALBOTS BUILDING — Blocks Daycare. We are now enrolling ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. For ages 2 and up we will work with numbers, letters and colors every day. We believe it’s best to learn when having fun. We will do art projects around the letter and number of the day. We have circle time and love to play outside. We only have healthy foods and drinks.

We are licensed with the State of Maine and are part of the food program. We do take all State aid for families that get a little help. 207712-4355.

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DAYCARE

OASIS CHILDCARE/CASCO — Our program exclusively caters to the needs of school-aged children by providing exceptional, quality care in a nurturing, fun and loving environment. Bicycles, scooters, Razor 360, Ezy Rollers, in-line skates, bounce house and more to help the little ones expel their energy thru play. See us on Facebook or call Kelly Kaeser at 329-2658 for more info.

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FOR SALE

RED’S FIREWOOD — Cut, split and delivered. Any amounts.

Call 615-6342 for details. tf35 WESTERNMAINEFIREWOOD.com — Seasoned hardwood. Aged 12 months or more. Cut, split and delivered. Cord $280; Half cord $160, 583-4113 or 595-5029.

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HELP WANTED Shipping & Receiving

FOR SALE

TRUCK RACK — Fits Ford MULCH HAY — $3.50 per bale.

Ranger short bed. Good condition. In Waterford. Call Billy at 207Looking for fair offers. 627-4649. 461-9988.

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2t23x WEIGHT EQUIPMENT — $5 FOR TATTERED — U.S. bench, 350 lbs. Free weights, Flag when purchasing new U.S. Everlast punching bag etc. $75.

Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag 5th wheel camper screened add& Banner, Windham, 893-0339. a-room with floor (attaches to

tf46 canopy). Excellent condition. $150. Call 693-6308.

2t23x LOAM & FIREWOOD — Firewood delivered in 1/2 cord GOT WOOD — Selling wood loads. Please call Ron Robinson that will be ready to burn for between 4 and 8 p.m. 595-8359. the 2015 season. Call today to

19t21 schedule your delivery. $250 per cord. 207-647-8146. Jack. tf16 GUNS — Buy, sell, trade. Wanted all military items. Sweden Trading Post, 207-647-8163. Will travel.

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MINERAL SPRINGS CENTER Seeking Caring Professionals to join our team * Dietary Aide - PT/FT * LNA Evening Shift - PT/FT EOE

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BRILL LUMBER

159 Harrison Rd., Bridgton, Maine Equal Opportunity Employer

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Looking for an additional full-time

Must have reliable transportion.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Secretary QuickBooks knowledge a plus.

Will train in other departments.

Come in and fill out an application.

221 Portland Road, Bridgton TF23CD

Ledgewood Manor Healthcare — A 60-Bed Nursing Home — Rte. 115, Windham, ME 04062

CALL 632-5183

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The UMBRELLA FACTORY SUPERMARKET Now taking applications for employment.

Must be 18 or older. All positions part-time.

Apply in person at The Umbrella Factory.

DIETARY AIDE

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

We currently have a full-time Dietary Aide position open.

40 hrs. per week including every other weekend on the 5:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. shift.

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For more information, contact Julie Whitney, Dietary Supervisor at 892-2261.

E.O.E.

HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED CARPENTER WANTED

McIVER ELECTRIC

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70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037 Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303

INTERESTED IN JOINING A FAST-PACED, FAMILY-ORIENTED FACILITY? We currently have openings for:

Full-Time & Part-Time CRMAs 3–11 Generous benefits package. If interested please stop in for an application at Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, in Fryeburg, or visit our website and download an application at: www.fryeburghealthcare.com 2T22CD

COTTAGE CLEANERS SUMMER SATURDAYS

Join the best and biggest vacation rental service in the Lake Region! Work in teams with family and friends.

Each team, starting from our office in Raymond, will visit several privately-owned lakefront homes each Saturday all summer to check, clean and prepare them to rent.

We provide supplies, equipment, paid orientation, excellent pay and mileage. Candidates must be able to clean well, be attentive to detail, have pride in their work, be energetic and be reliable.

Call Mellissa, Kelly or Lew for details

655-2711 or (800) 639-2321

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~ NAPLES AND SOUTH PARIS ~ DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS WANTED

Real opportunities.

Everyday possibilities

Licensed Nurse

Full- and part-time positions, primarily 1-1

Full-Time

Bakery • Grocery • Cake Decorators • Produce • Meat Cashiers Flexible Shifts, Evenings and Weekends.

Overnight Frozen and Dairy 10pm shift stocking Frozen and Dairy Departments On the spot interviews Monday through Thursday 8am to 3pm if you have a Current Application on file

Naples — Positions require a very consistent set of home and community routines with a gentleman in his 60s. Agency vehicle provided for significant daytime travel and community involvement. These positions are 12-hour shifts.

South Paris — Positions require flexible mindset and ability to adjust to the changing needs of a gentleman in his 60s. Some community involvement.

To qualify applicant must be over the age of 18, have a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or G.E.D Competitive benefits.

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Apply at Walmart.com/Apply and reference Store #2140.

Walmart Store 2140, 46 North South rd, North Conway, NH, 03860 1(603)356-0130

Please call in advance for more information 647-8244 ext. 15.

Ask for Melissa.

EOE

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Town of Naples

Are you ready to BE more?

Are you ready to DO more?

Are you ready to BE more?

Are you ready to DO more?

Are you looking for some extra cash and have experience assisting people with Intellectual Disabilities? We have opportunities for immediate Per Diem Direct Support Professionals for all shifts in the Bridgton area.

a provider of services to persons with Intellectual Disabilities, has opportunities for immediate overnight, weekend and evening shifts for Direct Support Professionals in the Bridgton area.

Qualifications include valid DSP and CRMA certificates.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting with personal care, facilitating activities, documentation, and promoting life skill development. Enthusiastic qualified candidates will be offered a starting wage of $11.50 per hour.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting with personal care, facilitating activities, documentation, and promoting life skill development.

Highly-Competitive Rates and Benefits offered based on qualification and desired positions.

Requirements include a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, possess a Valid Driver’s License, and a basic proficiency in computer skills.

Requirements include a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, possess a Valid Driver’s License, and a basic proficiency in computer skills.

Interested applicants are welcome to apply within at: Good Neighbors, Inc., 119 Sandy Creek Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009, or call Wanda Millett, Human Resources Manager at 647-8244, ext.

11, for further information. Or, stop by and visit us at the Job Fair at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in South Paris on Thursday, April 23rd between 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to learn more!

Interested applicants are welcome to apply within at: Good Neighbors, Inc., 119 Sandy Creek Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009, or call Wanda Millett, Human Resource Manager at 647-8244, ext.

11, for further information. Or, stop by and visit us at the Job Fair at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in South Paris on Thursday, April 23rd between 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to learn more!

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Boat Launch Attendant Job Openings The Town of Naples has seasonal positions available to perform overall day-to-day activities at the Naples Town Boat Launch. The boat launch is open 7 days a week plus holidays through Labor Day. This is a part-time position and hours will vary. Boat Launch Attendant performs overall day-to-day operations including, but not limited to the selling of passes, monitoring daily activity at the property, issuing permits/passes, accepting payments, and reporting sales.

Duties include inspection and cleaning of boats, trailers and other related equipment; distribution of educational information, oversight of the area, and recordkeeping. State of Maine Courtesy Boat Inspector certification and invasive plant identification training is a plus. Attendant is responsible for cleaning, sanitation and routine maintenance work for all Boat Launch facilities. Must be 17 to apply.

Applications can be submitted to the Naples Recreation Director at 15 Village Green Lane, Naples, ME 04055, or (207) 693-6364. Applications can be picked up at the Naples Town Office.

The Town of Naples is an equal opportunity employer.

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Excellent salary for the right candidate. Generous benefit plan and shift differentials start at $3 with a $3000 signon bonus!

We are looking for that one special nurse to complement our excellent staff. Come see why we are recognized as a 5-star center and listed by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best in the U.S. E.O.E. Contact Ariana Minor, DNS at 207 743 7075 or apply online at NorwayCenterRehab.com

FOR SALE

Contact: Linda Gauthier, Human Resource Manager Apply online at http://www.genesishcc.com

Full-time position for Shipping & Receiving. Forklift operation experience and knowledge of building materials necessary.

Apply in person.

Help Wanted

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

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

Opinions

Classifieds FOR SALE

FIREWOOD — $225 per cord green. Ask about volume discount. 2 cord minimum for delivery. 207-925-1138. westernmainetimberlands.com tf13

VEHICLES FOR SALE

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

Most parts 2 days. Good used cars.

Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477. tf30

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

NEW FOUR BEDROOM — 3-bath Colonial house in Bridgton.

Large yard, private road. Includes heat, electric, propane. No pets.

References and security deposit required. $1400 mo. Call Jon 5952969. 3t22

BRIDGTON — House 2 bedrooms, bath, attached garage, very convenient. No smoking/pets. $850/month plus utilities. 6502220. 2t23x

HARRISON — Efficiency apartment. Quiet location. Full bath and nice kitchen. Includes electric & heat. $550 per month. Nonsmoker/ no pets. 207-415-9166 leave message. tf18

HARRISON — 1-bedroom apartment in great location. Full bath and living room. Includes electric and heat. $600 per month. Nonsmoker/no pets. 207-415-9166 COME LIVE ON THE FARM leave message. tf18 — In Otisfield, Maine. We are BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom, 1 looking for an elderly, assisted 1/2-bath duplex house. Walk to living-level individual to share our town, Food City. All utilities and home with. Laundry, cleaning, perwasher/dryer included. $950. 781- sonal care, healthy home-grown 361-1368. tf23 meals, transportation, heat and electricity are all included. If you CASCO — Completely furnished are interested, please call Eileen rooms, heat, lights & cable TV in- at 207-627-7149 home, 207-890cluded. $120 weekly. No pets. Call 1764 cell. Eileen is CRMA DSP cell, 207-595-4946. tf37 CPR and First Aid-certified with 20 years of experience. We look forward to hearing from you. 6t18x

Wallboard Specialist Plaster - Drywall

207-515-0415

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Residential / Commercial Repairs – New Ceilings 23 Years Experience Free estimates

WANTED

BRIDGTON RENTAL WANTED — for one person with older cat, quiet professional, non-smoker.

Small house or at least 2-bedroom apartment. Call 803-2195. 1t23x PLEASE CONSIDER — donating gently used furniture, household items and more to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter.

FMI, go to our website www. harvesthills.org for details or call 935-4358, ext. 21. tf44

BUSINESS SERVICES

HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars.

Call 655-5963. tf12

NEED ANYTHING ­— cleaned up or hauled off to the transfer station? My trailer is 6’x10’. Call Chuck’s Maintenance, 743-9889.

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Weekly & one-time pick ups BARNS, BASEMENTS, ATTICS & WHOLE HOUSE CLEANOUTS POWER WASHING

YARD SALES

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE — Friday & Saturday, June 5th & 6th. 19 Holden Hills, North Bridgton. Craft items, Stampin’ Up stamp sets, quilting supplies, great household items – some new, ladies’ and men’s clothing toys, books, DVDs, dining room set and bureau. Many other great things.

Everything clean and in good condition. Will be held in garage in the event of rain showers. 1t23

2002 Subaru Impreza, AWD, 5-speed..............................$3000 2006 Ford F-350 Crew Cab, w/utility box..................................$7000 2002 Ford Taurus, sedan...............$2500 2002 Chevy Monte Carlo SS, black, only 99k..............................$3800 214 Casco Road, Naples, Maine

838-9569

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207-595-4606

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

A&D

MT. WASHINGTON — view lot, 5 acres, So. Bridgton. Driveway and underground conduit in place.

Deed covenants $99,000. Tele: 207-205-6349; 207-637-2260.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

LOOKING FOR INTERIOR — painting jobs for 2015 season.

Fully insured, free estimates, 27 COMMUNITY FLEA MARKET years experience. Dirigo Custom — Every Sunday all summer Painting, 743-9889.

8t20 starting May 24 at the Fryeburg D&D PROPERTY SERVICES Fairgrounds. Something for — Carpentry, painting interior/ex- everyone. Antiques, collectibles, terior, pressure washing, lawn care, general merchandise, tools, cleanups, clean outs, rototilling, sports cards, hunting and fishing light trucking etc. Free estimates. equipment and more. Inside and Call 207-400-1040.

4t22 outside vendor spaces available.

Please call 603-447-2679 for RON PERRY CARPENTRY ­— information.

9t20 Renovations and new construction.

35 years of experience, no job too GARAGE SALE — 19 Maple small or too big. Bridgton, Me. St., Bridgton, Sat. & Sun. 6/6 & F RY E B U R G / B R I D G T O N 978-502-7658. 4t22x 6/7, 9-4. No early birds.

1t23 —Line. 1 bedroom with den in 2-family open floor plan, second DJAY SERVICES — Events, floor, propane heat, pets consid- birthdays, graduation parties, ered. Near Shawnee Peak on 2 1/2 school dances, corporate functions, acres set back from Rte. 302. Avail- company picnics, beach parties. tf18 able July 1st. $650 month. Call Ed Call 207-595-4606. at 617-680-6802.

4t23 DEN­MARK HOUSE — STUARTS NAPLES — Prime 302 location. Painting, Inc. Inter­ior and Exterior AUTOMOTIVE 2nd floor, 4-room office suite. Heat Paint­ing. Also, Paper­hang­ing. 40 included, off-street parking. $700 years of painting ex­pe­ri­ence. Call NEW INSPECTIONS per month. Call 693-6255. tf41 for esti­mates. Call John Math­ews, & 14-DAY PLATES 207-452-2781. tf49 2007 Volvo S60, loaded................$5500

Our business is “picking up”

Buying and Offering US Coins Gold & Silver Bullion

June 4, 2015, The Bridgton News, Page 5D

JDN ENTERPRISES

Painting Interior | Exterior Powerwash Carpentry | Flooring Roofing | Siding Landscape Tree Work | Yard Care Andrew Fogg

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207-595-9249

• General Contracting • Water Lines • Excavation • Septic Systems • Bush Hogging • Retaining Walls • Firewood “ONE CALL DOES IT ALL” 207-647-8146 JACK KOSTKA “JK” jdnenterprisesllc@yahoo.com

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DENMARK SELF-STORAGE 10' x 10' Unit $50.00 per month

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207-452-2157

$225/cord green ~ cut/split/del.

• Tree Removal • Logging • Fully Insured

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RESTORATION

Maine State Inspection

• Lots cleared • Buying Standing Timber

Bob Mitchell

(H) 647-3584 ~ (C) 583-7438 TF41CD

SERVICE CENTER & USED CAR SALES Oil Change Special $29.99

Paying TOP DOLLAR for Junk Cars

Full Service

by ASE-Certified Professionals WALK-INS WELCOME

693-5499

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STUART SALVAGE 838-9569

includes multi-point vehicle inspection

• Brakes • Suspension • Alignments • Loaner Cars

• Tires • Tune-ups • Air Conditioning • Transmissions • Rust Repair • Fleet Service • Maine State Inspections

Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. • Sat. 8 a.m.–Noon 721 Portland Rd., Bridgton

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GET NEXT YEAR’S FIREWOOD NOW… $ 235…one cord $ 225…two or more cords Call Jim (207) 415-2131

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207-803-8331

Residential & Commercial • Driveways • Parking Lots • Roadways

• Recycled Asphalt • Seal Coating & Striping • Grading & Gravel Camp Roads

JAMES SACCUZZO Owner Operator

Serving The Lake Region Proudly

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Saccuzzo Asphalt

STATION ELEVATION 560 FT.

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Letters (Continued from Page 3D)

Question 2 because, unlike our elected officials, I want to know the total cost of a project before I spend my money.

Mark Lopez Bridgton

Toeing the official line Bus service To The Editor: supporters It certainly appears to me that the Harrison Board of Selectmen has devolved over time into a clique that is not tolerant of opposing views or anyone questioning their decisions. This is the worst type of government, especially when they try to ostracize any member who dares to not toe the official line.

In light of this behavior, I have no problem letting the board know that at the upcoming election, I will be voting for two new faces to serve on the board. It is time to shake the tree.

Additionally, I would like to commend departing Selectman Rick Sykes for having the fortitude to dare raise some very valid questions as a member of the board, often times being “the sole voice in the desert.” He was fulfilling the primary role of a selectman by putting taxpayer interests at the forefront. He deserves respect from the board, as well as the community, and not derisive condemnation, especially from some who may have self-serving interests.

Mike Morrrissette Harrison

Why the distaste?

To The Editor: Ever wonder why the American people have such distaste for our elected officials or why our elected officials have record low approval ratings? The voters of Bridgton have to look no further than their own backyard to find the answer.

The recent decision by the Board of Selectmen (BOS) to have an emergency meeting to award the bid for the Town Hall project is the answer.

The bid package is approximately 400 pages and the prospective bidders had one week to submit their bids. As a result, the BOS received only one bid for just under $400,000. There is not a single member of the BOS that would personally spend this kind of money with a single bid. Why do they think it is okay to do it with our tax dollars?

The arrogance displayed by the board in moving to begin spending on this project a week before the pending petition will be decided by the voters is stunning.

They are thumbing their collective noses at the State Constitution, which is abundantly clear with regard to the effect of citizens’ petitions on “acts,” “resolves” or “resolutions.” It states that such are “suspended” until such time as the referendum question is decided. The obvious question all voters should be asking is, “What do they know that is causing them to circumvent the petition process?” This leads to a much more pressing question which is, “What don’t they want the voters to know?”

Back in April when the selectmen voted against the petition, I warned that voters should be very concerned with the position of the board. Their apparent disregard for the petition process and State Constitution underscores this concern. In April, chairman King cited the State Constitution as the guiding document in making the claim that all petition signatures have to be original. Does the BOS really think they are empowered to the point where they can cherry pick parts of the State Constitution when it advances their agenda and ignore it when it does not?

Our elected officials either do not have the foresight to question how their actions will be perceived by voters or they simply do not care what the voters think. Either way, we have reached a tipping point and it is time for new leadership that will respect things like citizens’ petitions and the State Constitution.

I will be voting for Greg Watkins and Bob Murphy and I will be voting “Yes” on

To The Editor: In this age of connectedness, we all need to move from place to place from time to time. There are times when our default mode of transportation, the personal vehicle, is not adequate to the situation, but a bus is just the ticket.

In just a few days, voters in Bridgton will have a chance to bring the Lakes Region Bus — operated by the Regional Transportation Program — to Bridgton thus connecting Bridgton to Portland and other towns along the Route 302 corridor.

Naples, Casco, Raymond and Windham will be making a similar decision in their 2015-16 budgets so that funding for the bus is spread out among all the towns using the bus. In Bridgton, your “Yes” vote on Question 1 funds the LRB by increasing Bridgton’s property tax by 1 cent per thousand. Example: If your home is assessed for $100,000 you will pay just $1 more in taxes to fund the bus 2015-16.

Why does Bridgton need the Lake Region Bus? Various reasons usually fall into three categories: environmental concern, health and safety and economic advantage.

Susan Stinchfield and Rev. Robert Plaisted describe their hope for the bus, “If the bus service were offered we would be interested in using it. As we age, driving to Portland is more challenging than it used to be.

We would travel to Portland more if we had this service.

We would also use it when traveling out-of-state by bus, train or air. This is a much more environmentally friendly transportation than individual vehicles. We need to see more investment in mass transit for rural areas than is offered now in our state.”

Sometimes, connectedness means a physical presence when a phone call or text message is not enough.

Peter Bollen states, “My wife has to go to Portland regularly to deal with her brother’s ongoing health problems as he’s now gone into hospice.

My wife doesn’t drive and I can’t always conveniently drive her back and forth on short notice whenever there’s a need for her to be at his side and deal with the health personnel. Public transportation would be a godsend for her without her always depending on me or someone else to get a ride when needed. My wife was also caretaker for her late parents and had to stay over in Portland for days at a time. There is a strong need in our case for regular transportation to Portland. It would also save enormously on our gasoline bill. My wife has also had to rely on taxi service at times which is costly compared to a bus fare.”

The bus makes sense from an economic standpoint as well. Beth Cossey “thinks the idea of a Lake Region bus from Bridgton into Portland would serve our area well since it works both ways giving Bridgton residents a chance to get into Portland and (more importantly) transporting Portland residents into Bridgton. It would widen our tourist and retail business once it catches on in popularity.”

State Representative Phyllis Ginzler of Bridgton, in communicating with Bridgton Transportation Authority’s president, Catherine Samuels, gave her opinion: “A Lake Region bus would add a needed convenience to our retired neighbors who often find themselves limited because they do not drive, or because they are dependent upon others for transportation. I fully support this.”

Virginia (Tilla) Durr echoes Ginzler’s opinion by stating, “…Such a service LETTERS, Page 7D

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Obituaries

Robyn P. Callow

Christa E. Brown

Betty B. Baker

PEAKS ISLAND — Robyn Paige Callow, 53, of Peaks Island, passed away peacefully in St. Augustine, Fla., from sudden cardiac death on April 26, 2015.

Robyn was born on Nov. 12, 1961, in South Weymouth, Mass., to Richard and Martha Callow.

On Jan. 1 1970, the family moved to Peaks Island, where Robyn grew up attending Brackett Memorial Church, Peaks Island Schools, and graduating from Portland High School in 1979.

Robyn also attended the University of Southern Maine in Portland.

Robyn was a savvy businesswoman and landlord, maintaining her apartment buildings in Portland. After a visit to St. Augustine, Fla., when she was 17, Robyn dreamed about living there when she was older. She fulfilled that dream and recently became a “snow bird,” living both in Maine and Florida.

Robyn’s love for traveling included trips to Maui, The Netherlands, Singapore, Portugal and Madeira, among others.

Robyn surrounded herself with her animals. She will be especially missed by her dogs, Ephraim and Jacobi, and several cats. Her animals meant the world to her, as did her family.

Robyn was predeceased by her beloved brother, Steven in 2012.

She is survived by her parents, Richard and Martha Callow; brothers Richard Callow Jr. of Peaks Island, Michael Callow of South Portland, Samuel Callow of Peaks Island, Christopher Callow of Portland and Ernest Callow of Raymond; sisters Patricia Bernheim of China, Pamela Wood of Clearwater, Fla. and Jennifer Feeney of Scarborough; aunts, uncles; cousins; nieces and nephews; and many good friends.

A celebration of her life will be announced in the future.

BUXTON — Christa Ellen (Davis) Brown, 49, died on Saturday, May 23, 2015, at Maine Medical Center, following a severe asthma attack at her home.

She was born on Oct. 10, 1965, in Portland. the daughter of George and Lydia (Pfisterer) Davis.

Christa grew up in Gorham and attended local schools. She was employed for 21 years as pre-punch sewer, cutter at Sebago Moc, and for 11 years as a medical assistant for the Buxton location of Maine Centers for Healthcare. She dearly loved her work and the people she worked with.

She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and arts and crafts. She loved spending time with her family and animals, especially her dachshund, Louie.

In addition to her parents, Christa is survived by her loving husband of 30 years Robert D. Brown Jr.; son, Robert D. Brown III of South Portland; brother, Michael K. Davis of Hollis; sister, Belinda G. Davis of Bridgton; two grandchildren and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was held Friday, May 29, 2015, at Hillside Cemetery, Huston Road, Gorham. Arrangements are by the Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com

FRYEBURG — Betty B. Baker, 89, of Fryeburg, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at Fryeburg Health Care Center.

She was born in Fryeburg on May 5, 1926, the daughter of Leo and Ernestine “Eastman” Bell and was educated in Fryeburg schools. She graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1944.

After high school, she was secretary for Mr. Elroy LaCasce at Fryeburg Academy. Betty married Donald E. Baker on Nov. 16, 1946. She was a stay at home mom until all of her children were in school. She worked in the office of Burnham and Morrill Corn Shop in Fryeburg Center. She also drove a school bus for kindergarten students. Betty was later employed at Fryeburg Water Company as a bookkeeper for 35 years, retiring in February, 2001.

She was a member of the Fryeburg-Lovell VFW Aux. #6783, Frank William Post Aux. #136, Fryeburg New Church, Fryeburg Historical Society, the Merry Makers Christmas Club, and the Red Hat Society.

Betty loved her family and was active in the lives of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She especially wanted her family all together for the holidays, especially Christmas.

She was predeceased by her husband Donald in 1989; a stepson, Ronald Baker; step-grandson, grandson and a step-granddaughter; and two sisters, Dorothy Aube and Virginia Emery.

She is survived by her three sons, Donald Baker Jr. of Fryeburg, Bradford L. Baker of South Portland and Brian Baker of Fryeburg; a daughter, Bonnie Berg of Limington; a stepson, Alan of Fryeburg; two grandchildren, two step-grandchildren; three great-granddaughters, two step-great-granddaughters; and one great-greatgranddaughter; and several nieces, nephews; and cousins.

Visiting hours were held Saturday, May 30, at Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg. A funeral service was held Sunday, May 31, at Fryeburg New Church. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.org In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fryeburg New Church, 12 Oxford Street, Fryeburg ME 04037 or Fryeburg Historical Society, 83 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037.

SEBAGO – Yvonne A. Nason, 70, of Sebago, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family, on Friday, May 22, 2015.

Born in Colchester Essex England, Yvonne was the first of five children of Guy and Muriel Tenney.

Yvonne arrived in America at the age of one via the M.S. John Ericsson Military Ship.

She attended the Casco School System, where she was very involved in many school clubs and sports.

After graduating with high honors, she attended and graduated from Northeastern Business College. She served as interim Deputy Town Clerk for Casco.

In 1963, she married William Nason. Shortly after, they moved to Sebago, where they both became involved in many ventures.

Yvonne was a President of the Sebago Fire Department’s Ladies Auxiliary. She was also a dispatcher for the Sebago Fire and Rescue.

Along with her husband, Bill, and others she founded Sebago Days. She was owner and operator of an in-home day care center, Nason’s Beach & Campground, Nason’s Variety, and W.H. Nason Builders. In addition to this, she found time to coach softball and be a Brownie and Girl Scout Leader.

As President of the Tenney Hill Cemetery Association, she dedicated her time and own funds into expanding the number of burial lots.

Throughout her entire life, she was a dedicated supporter and participant in the community and the well-being of others. She donated to several causes in Sebago and her home town of Casco.

Through her strong will, and care and compassion for others, Yvonne was able to positively influence and impact people’s lives.

She will be remembered lovingly by her husband, Bill, of 51 years; her five children, Richard Nason and wife Joyce, Rosalie Carruthers and husband Leonard, Edward Nason, Angela Dionne and Thomas Nason and wife Ana; her brother Guy Tenney Jr. and wife Judy; her three sisters, Elaine Grover and husband John, Jeanette Frank and husband Leon, and Yvette Edwards and husband Keith. She was adored by her 13 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, June 7th from 2 to 4 p.m. at Camp Mataponi, 838 Sebago Road, Naples.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice, 15 Strawberry Avenue, Lewiston, ME 04240.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services. Please visit www.advantageportland.com

Edwin R. “Eddie” Rolfe Jr., 84, of Harrison, considered by many residents to be a living legend, finished his earthly work on Friday, May 22, 2015.

The son of Ethel and Edwin R. “Rex” Rolfe Sr., he was born in Harrison on April 26, 1931. He led a life dedicated to his community, touching countless lives and leaving a lasting impression on future generations.

Eddie’s life was marked by an impassioned commitment to his country and neighbors. He joined the U.S. Army in 1948 at the age of 17 and, as a Private First Class, saw active service in the Korean War, assigned to the 537th Medical Service Detachment. Upon his return, he attended and graduated from Southern Maine Vocational Technical Institute. Following his graduation, he married Francis Ripley Corbett and, shortly after, established Rolfe Wood Products in Harrison. This is where Eddie began to hone his renowned business ingenuity, manufacturing paint paddles, ruler blanks, and other specialty wood products. In 1969, Eddie sold the company and transitioned into logging and land development — an area that would define him the rest of his life, as well as his legacy.

Eddie’s devotion for his community was evident by his involvement in many local organizations. He was elected to the Harrison Selectmen board, serving there for many years, as well as on the Harrison Planning Board. In 1989, Eddie was instrumental in organizing Friends of the Fireman to raise money for the new fire house. He was also a member of the Harrison VFW, and the Harrison Lions Club.

Eddie was known as a no-nonsense, straight-talking businessman who was committed to a hard day’s work. Known for his uncanny knowledge of regional history, geography, and for his visionary outlook, Eddie’s mind was always filled with thoughts of the next job site. He planned and constructed many local roads and developments, including Cape Monday, Harrison Heights, Deer Hill/Hamlin Fields, Summit Hill, Bear Trap Mountain, Oak Ledge, and countless other properties. These efforts — that have provided housing for hundreds of local families — will forever bear the lasting fingerprints of Eddie Rolfe. Those who knew him said that he didn’t daydream — rather, he was building roads in his head.

Eddie rarely took time off for vacations, as time spent on the bulldozer was his own personal paradise. He started Rolfe Corporation in 1994, which his son Edwin Rexford “Rex” Rolfe III took over in 2005, keeping Eddie’s legacy alive to this day.

In 1978, Eddie married Deborah Dabczynski. They had three children together. Eddie’s dedication to his work was only overshadowed by appreciation for time spent with his family and friends. Eddie rarely could be found without one of his beloved dogs riding shotgun with him in his truck. He enjoyed the companionship of his friends, along with a glass of Cutty Sark scotch or a cold beer, at the round table inside the Cracked Platter. And, Eddie may be single-handedly responsible for keeping Uncle Henry’s in business despite the decline in the print industry. He enjoyed watching baseball, but couldn’t understand why so many Red Sox players “couldn’t afford a good barber” despite their million-dollar salaries.

Eddie is survived by his four children: Brenda Hudson, Rex Rolfe III, Renata Rivard, and Joe Henry Rolfe. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Henry Hudson III, Kari-Lynn Caron, and Rosalie Rivard; and two great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Caron, and Margaret Hudson.

On Sunday, May 31, 2015, a Celebration of Life was held at the Harrison Fire Department. Hundreds of family members and friends gathered to memorialize the lasting influence that Eddie bestowed on his community. It truly was an end of an era.

Donations in memory of Eddie Rolfe may be made to: Harrison Fire Association, PO Box 911, Harrison, ME 04040.

NAPLES — Augustus T. Espeaignette, 60, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2015.

He was born in Portland on Sept. 13, 1954, the son of Frederick and Edith (Foss) Espeaignette. “Gus” was raised in Farmington Falls and Windham, and was a graduate from Windham High School.

Gus proudly served in the United States Army, stationed in Aberdeen, Md., and Germany. His work history varied; General Carriage in Windham, Maingas in both Windham and Westbrook, S.D. Warren Paper Mill in Westbrook, as maintenance and security for several hotels in South Portland, and as security and flagger for several different companies.

Gus married Bette-Jean (Moore) Graffam in 1987, and together they spent the last 28 years at their home in Naples. The other great loves of his life were his Dalmatians, Mack and Disel, that accompanied him everywhere. Gus took great pleasure in his time as a firefighter in several towns. He started his 34 years as a firefighter in Windham, Naples, Bridgton, Denmark and onto Sweden, where he was an assistant chief.

You didn’t mess with his stock car races or you would get an earful. His favorite drivers were Bill Elliott, Kasey Kahne and now, Bill’s son, Chase Elliot. His love of racing started at Beech Ridge in Scarborough and later at Oxford Plains, where he was a crewmember for Gary Pulsifer of Gray, and, for a time, a crewmember on Dale Shaw’s race team.

Gus loved being a member of The Pine Tree Rod & Gun Club, a volunteer of the Cumberland County VIP’s Program, Denmark Draggers Snowmobile Club, and as a milfoil inspector at Parker In Loving Memory Pond in Casco.

He was predeceased by his parents; and his eldest brother, Oct. 15, 1959 – May 14, 2001 William Espeaignette.

Gus is survived by his wife, Bette-Jean Espeaignette; brothers, George Espeaignette and his twin, Joseph Espeaignette; sisters, Helen Steeves and Brenda Espeaignette; half brother, Gary Crosby; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A period of visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon on Thursday, June 4, 2015, at Central Station, 7 Gibbs Avenue, Bridgton, where a funeral service will be held at noon. Burial will Irl, today at Church, I said a follow at the Moore Cemetery, off of Rankin Road, Denmark. prayer for you at the stained Arrangements by the Dolby glass window, and repeated Funeral Chapel, 434 River Road, “Blessed are the pure of heart, Windham. Condolences may be for they shall see God.” expressed to the family at www.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIF. — Will Holt, 86, an American singer, songwriter, librettist and lyricist, died Saturday, May 30, 2015, in Los Angeles, Calif.

He was born in 1929, and spent his childhood between Portland and North Bridgton. He was a singer and musician from an early age, learning to play the piano at six. In 1950, after having graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy, Williams College, and The Richard Dyer Bennett School of Minstrelsy, after which he toured Europe on a motorcycle, seeking out real life experiences and collecting folk songs from country to country.

He served in the U.S. Air Force and saw two and a half years service in the Korean War before a bout of tuberculosis provided him a medical discharge, allowing him to return to his focus on music.

He married Dolly Jonah Holt, a singer and actress with whom he toured and recorded, and they settled in New York City, becoming part of the emerging bohemian community in the West Village.

Known first and primarily as a folk performer during the 1950s and 1960s, and as an interpreter of the music of Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht in performances and recordings with Martha Schlamme.

Holt recorded for records labels including Coral, Elektra and Atlantic records — many of his songs were popularized by other artists of the era. Holt wrote his biggest hit in 1957, Lemon Tree, which has subsequently been recorded by artists as diverse as Peter, Paul and Mary, The Kingston Trio, The Seekers, Bob Marley, Sandie Shaw, and Trini Lopez.

Holt made his Broadway debut in 1969 with “Come Summer,” directed by Agnes De Mille. He enjoyed great success with “The Me Nobody Knows,” which opened the following year and won him the Drama Desk Award for Most Promising Musical Writer and a Tony nomination for Best Lyrics.

In 1974, Holt wrote the book for the musical “Over Here!” starring the Andrews Sisters, with a song score supplied by the Sherman Brothers. It was a nostalgic look at the home front during World War II. With Linda Hopkins, he conceived and wrote “Me and Bessie,” a 1975 revue about the life and career of blues singer Bessie Smith.

In 1976, he collaborated with George Abbott and Richard Adler on “Music Is,” an adaptation of the Shakespeare play “Twelfth Night.” “Platinum (musical),” a 1978 musical starring Alexis Smith as a 1940s–50s film star attempting a comeback as a rock singer. His last Broadway project was the 1979 revival of A Kurt Weill Cabaret, for which he performed, as well as translating some of the lyrics.

In 1988 he won the Los Angeles Dramalogue Critics Award for “A Walk on the Wild Side,” for which he wrote book, music and lyrics.

Holt is survived by his wife, Dion Alden; his son Courtney Holt of Los Angeles, Calif.; and two grandchildren.

He will be buried in North Bridgton at the end of June, date and time to be announced.

STANDISH — Helena May Lamson, 77, of Standish, passed from this life to the next on Sunday, May 31, 2015 at Ledgewood Manor in Windham.

She was born in Augusta on June 19, 1937, the only child of Elaine (Ingalls) and Clifton Moxcey. She was a graduate of Greely Institute, where she was captain of the swim team and basketball team.

Over the years, Helena worked as an administrative assistant in health care.

She enjoyed her flower gardens, bowling, going to the beach, spending time with her friends and especially spending anytime, anywhere with her grandson, Dustin.

She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Donald Lamson of Standish; her daughters, Leanne Ross of Virginia and Candace Libby of Raymond; and her grandson.

There will be a private graveside service at Riverside Cemetery, 78 Smith Street, Yarmouth. Please visit www.lindquistfuneralhome. com to view photos of Helena’s life and to share condolences, memories and tributes with her family.

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Robert W. Jewett

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EAST BALDWIN — Robert W. Jewett, 83, of East Baldwin died on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough after a brief illness.

He was born in East Baldwin on July 30, 1931, a son of George and Frances Jewett. He attended local schools and graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1949.

Bob was a truck driver for most of his working life. He owned and operated G.W. Jewett and Sons Trucking, the business his father started, until the year 2000.

He was a member of the Greenleaf Masonic Lodge #117 in Cornish and also a member of the Kora Temple Shrine. He was a member of the Baldwin Fire Department for several years. Bob had also been a trustee at the Brown Memorial Library and the E.A. Center Memorial Clinic. He liked hockey and was an avid fan of the Maine Mariners and later the Portland Pirates. He was also a stock car racing fan and could often be seen at Beech Ridge Speedway. He traveled to races all around the country. He spent several winters in Daytona Beach, Fla. and took several trips to both Alaska and Hawaii. Bob will be missed by his loving family and all who knew him.

Besides his parents; he was predeceased by his first wife, Reta (Plummer) Jewett; his second wife, Margaret “Peggy” (O’Neill) Jewett; as well as an infant son, Robert.

He is survived by his daughter, Julie Geyer of East Baldwin; a grandson and great-grandson; several nieces and nephews and a loving extended family.

Visiting hours were held on Tuesday, May 26, at the Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple Street, Cornish. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at the East Baldwin Congregational Church. Burial was private. Online condolences may be expressed at: www.wnyfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Standish Rescue, 175 Northeast Rd., Standish, ME 04084 or to Hospice of Southern Maine, Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 180 U.S. Rte. 1, Scarborough, ME 04074.

SACO — Marilyn J McGaffin, 83, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2015, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, with her loving family beside her.

She was born in Dexter, on June 21, 1931, the daughter of Donald and Iva Wood Cross.

Marilyn shared stories of her childhood on Moosehead Lake fishing with her grandmother for the guests at Kineo Island. She had fond memories of living her teen years at the Hill School in Pottstown, Pa., where her father was a faculty member.

She met and married Fred R. Abbott, who suddenly passed in 1955. With two small children, she lived in Dexter, where she met and later married James McGaffin. They moved to Saco in 1956.

She spent 55 years raising her family and tending her Westward Lane home and gardens in the neighborhood she loved. She volunteered as the Sunday school secretary at First Parish Congregational UCC. The family camp on Lake Wassookeag allowed her to return to her roots in Dexter each summer where she created lifelong memories for all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Marilyn and her husband Jim spent their retirement years wintering in Jensen Beach, Fla. She became an integral part of the community and especially enjoyed the shuffleboard tournaments with her brother Nelson and his wife Judy. Family gatherings centered around the shared homemade meals that started from her garden. She kept the family connected with daily visits from three generations: son Donald of South Portland; three daughters, Nancy Bolduc of Saco, Susan Graham of Jaffrey, N.H. and Kathleen Martin of Casco; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her brother, Nelson Cross of Port St. Lucie, Fla. We will all miss the generosity with which she lent her kind ear, deep intellect and uncanny memory.

A family graveside service will be held this summer, where she will be laid to rest with her husband at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Dexter. Dennett, Craig & Pate Saco will be handling the arrangements.

For those wishing to make memorial contributions in her memory, please consider Southern Maine Agency on Aging, specifically Meals on Wheels, 136 US Route 1, #1, Scarborough, ME 04074.

Ellen R. Shaw SOUTH PORTLAND ­— Ellen Ruth Shaw, 92, of South Portland, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2015, at her residence. She was born in Harpswell, on Jan. 13, 1923, the daughter of George D. and Marion A. (Stilphen) Parmenter. She grew up on Orr’s Island, moved to Portland, and later settled in South Portland.

Ellen (Ma) was a housewife and stay at home mom but later on in her life, she worked as a cleaner for Maine Medical Center’s old “Rehab Center,” the Home for Aged Women in South Portland, and for her son’s cleaning company.

Ma loved to go out to eat and go for rides with her daughters, loved to play cards with friends and family on Thursday nights, enjoyed working on her puzzles and newspaper crosswords and picking greens every spring with her daughter.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Arthur L. Shaw Sr.; daughter, Barbara A. Tardy; a grandson; sisters, Nina Gilbert, Gertrude Foley and Marjorie DiMillo; and brothers, George and Russell Parmenter and James Clarke.

Ma will be missed greatly by her children, Donna J. Hodge of Scarborough, Karen L. Taylor of South Portland, Arthur L. Jr. of South Portland; 11 grandchildren including Laurie Hodge of Naples and Lawrence Taylor III of Raymond; 12 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held at Forest City Cemetery, South Portland. Arrangements are under the guidance of Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Road, South Portland.

Adla M. Saliba

Armande B. Durgin Armande “Amanda” Beaulieu Durgin, 81, of North Bridgton, passed away after a period of declining health on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at Bridgton Hospital. She was surrounded by family members as she took her last breath at 7:27 p.m., which amazingly also happened to be the same numbers of her and her husband’s 60th wedding anniversary this coming 7/27/15.

Armande was born in Madawaska on July 1, 1933. She was the daughter of Thomas and Melvina Beaulieu.

She met her husband, Edward S. Durgin, in Hartford, Conn., and they married on July 27, 1955, in Harrison.

Armande is survived by her husband Edward of North Bridgton; sons John of Conn., Timothy of Norway; six grandchildren; two daughters-in-law; sister Jean of Conn.; and a brother, Lewellyn of Maine.

She was predeceased by her son Kenneth; and sisters, Sonya and Teresa.

Armande worked at Pleasant Mountain Moccasin in Bridgton for 25 years, retiring in 1999. She was a member of The Church of Christ in South Paris, and really enjoyed being with her brothers and sisters in the church.

Some of her favorite activities were crocheting, dancing, listening to country music, playing cards with friends and spending time with her family.

A graveside service will held at a date and time to be announced.

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Adla Mudarri Saliba, 100, died peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2015, in Bridgton.

She was born on Oct. 8, 1914, in Damascus, Syria, and immigrated to the United States in 1932. She was the daughter of Habib Mudarri and Selma Hayek Mudarri.

Adla was the youngest of nine children. She was married to Jacob Saliba for 64 years and was a longtime resident of Belmont, Mass., and Bridgton.

Adla is survived by sons John Saliba of Bridgton and Thomas Saliba of Dover, N.H.; and daughter Barbara Saliba Ryan of Washington, D.C. Adla’s grandchildren are Nadia Saliba of London, England, Leila Saliba Paradise of Wayland, Mass., Serene Saliba Murphy of London, England, Jacob L.V. Saliba of San Francisco, Calif., Kelly Saliba Ryan of Charlotte, N.C., Martin J. Ryan IV of Washington, D.C.; and great-granddaughter Elizabeth Murphy of London, England.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the fall of 2015. The family asks that in lieu of flowers contributions may be sent in Adla’s memory to The Desanctis Legacy Fund at Massachusetts General Hospital. Donations may be made online at www.giving.massgeneral.org or checks made payable to Mass General can be mailed to: Massachusetts General Hospital, Development Office, 100 Cambridge St., Suite 1310, Boston, MA 02114.

Arrangements are in the care of the Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8 Elm St., Bridgton. Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.chandlerfunerals.com

HIRAM — Brian J. O’Grady, 63, of Hiram died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at his home.

He was born in Coral Gables, Fla. on Aug. 1, 1951, a son of James and Martha (Flint) O’Grady. He attended Florida and Michigan schools graduating from Edsel Ford High School in 1969 He was an accomplished carpenter and woodworker specializing in custom homes and specialty cabinets. He worked extensively throughout the United States.

He was also a motorcycle enthusiast and a member of the Moto Guzzi Association.

He made several cross-country motorcycle trips. He also loved the outdoors including hunting, fishing, camping and made several trips to Canada, as well.

Brian will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was predeceased by his father, James O’Grady.

Surviving are his son, Daniel O’Grady of Hiram; his mother, Martha O’Grady of Portland; a brother, Kevin O’Grady of Portland; sisters, Colleen O’Grady of Portland and Bridgette Dixon of Massachusetts; a nephew and a niece.

A celebration of his life was held Saturday, May 30, at the Sebago Town Hall. Online condolences may be expressed at: www.wnyfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Watson, Neal & York, Cornish.

In lieu of flowers, please give a random act of kindness while thinking of Brian.

Ervin E. Baker Jr.

Hubert R. Rich

SUN CITY, FLA. — Ervin E. “Sonny” Baker Jr. passed Saturday, May 30, 2015, after a long battle with cancer in Sun City, Florida.

Sonny was born on Dec. 23, 1941, and was raised in Harrison by Pearl and Ervin Elmer Baker Sr. His early days were spent imitating Roy Rogers, as he boarded horses right in town. At times there was high anxiety when they would get loose. However a sleigh ride provided good public relations. Later, he sported a DA, as only a select few males can. Along with the hair came a guitar.

Along with the guitar came Elvis, B. Holly, C. Berry, Big Bopper, and the Everly Brothers, and their music flowed, sometimes loudly, from the Winslow Street house, much to a young brother’s delight. Then came a black ‘52 Mercury, and membership in the Pacers car club in Bridgton.

He graduated from Bridgton High School, class of 1960, then he spent four years in the Air Force, including a year in Japan, which he loved. Sonny worked for Pratt & Whitney in E. Hartford, Conn., for 30+ years, a career that evolved into global travel.

He is survived by his wife, Julie Baker; sisters Norma Gyure of Auburn and Donna Harris of Eliot; and brother Perry Baker of Edgewater, Fla. He was godfather to the late Jessamyn G. Baker, and Jed S. Baker of Nederland, Colo.

Loves of his life were Julie, and Golf. Condolences, or golf balls, may be sent to 421 Noble Fare Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573.

Graveside Services Family and friends of Hubert R. Rich of Bridgton, who died on Jan. 1, 2015, are invited to attend a graveside service at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2015 at the Harrison Village Cemetery in Harrison. Arrangements are in the care of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton.

Kathy Flagg

A graveside service for Kathy Flagg will be held on Saturday, June 6 at 10 a.m. at the Edes Falls Cemetery (Edes Falls Road) in Naples.

Charlotte E. Stevens

A graveside service for Charlotte E. Stevens, who died in Fryeburg on March 14, 2015, will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2015 at the South Bridgton Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton.

Elaine H. Sanborn

A graveside service for Elaine Hartford Sanborn of Livermore Falls — previously Fryeburg, Bridgton and Hiram — who passed away March 22, 2015, will be held on Saturday, June 20, at 2 p.m. in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Hiram.

Harold E. Wentworth Jr.

A graveside service for Harold E. Wentworth Jr. of East Conway, N.H., who died Dec. 13, 2014, will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2015 at Pine Grove Cemetery, Fryeburg. Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg.

It is up to all of us to decide what kind of town we want to live in. Let’s keep Bridgton inviting and interesting and preserve the Town Hall and (Continued from Page 5D) other historical buildings. is vital for those of us who Julie Ledoux Harmon are seniors. I strongly believe Bridgton that a local economy grows, expands and is healthier when it best serves those who are in the most need at affordable prices…Although some of us To The Editor: As a member of the Bridgton are over 70 or 75, we still are active citizens who need to Wastewater Committee, I am be included in basic human upset by a small group supservices which include trans- porting Question 3. They have started by accusing the comportation.”

Mary Lou Moulton, who mittee of being anonymous has used the bus from its pres- by hiding behind the title of ent starting point in Naples the committee. This is totally says, “I love the secure and false. Every member of every friendly feeling on the wonder- committee in town is listed by ful bus. Now, I can snooze on name, address, phone number and e-mail address on the town my return voyage.”

George Bradt, BTA’s sec- website. Are our opponents retary, prophesies, “I’m going as open? The committee has to be so proud of Bridgtonians encouraged attendance at our when I hear that the ‘Yes’ on meetings. We have offered to Question 1 has won. Bridgton meet with users of the system has always been an optimistic, one at a time at their conveforward-looking town from nience. We are willing to meet its incorporation in the late with any resident in the same 18th century. Life out here manner. We are not hiding.

These people have also at Cumberland County’s far western edge has never been put out scenarios which by easy and prosperous. Yet their own admission are fictiwe’ve proudly persevered as tious and their opinions, not Maine’s smallest service cen- fact, in order to influence the ter providing vital, every day vote. Presentations made to necessities such as jobs, gro- Bridgton Board of Selectmen ceries, restaurants, medical by the Wastewater Committee care, news and entertainment. chairman and other committee These regional hubs circulate members were taken out of money faster, generate large context, edited by this group, vehicular flow, levy higher and are not the complete story. property taxes and function All this is as false as accusing year-round regardless of the the committee of hiding.

The fact is that there have weather and season. A locally funded Bridgton-Portland bus been many changes to the would be a terrific feather in use of the wastewater system Bridgton’s cap — a win-win if and implementation of these changes are necessary for the ever there was one.”

A survey of over 400 Lake system to work. I would urge Region residents conduct- the voters to vote “No” on ed by the Greater Portland Question 3. Otherwise, the Council of Governments and implementation of the current Opportunities Alliance last system will come to a commonth found that three out of plete stop.

Dave Crowell, Member four people support funding a Bridgton Waste Water portion of the bus’s operations Committee with local taxpayer money. In the same survey, one in six respondents (17%) noted that the lack of a vehicle, or reliable access to transportation, To The Editor: can be a barrier to employment “No!” for them.

That’s a word we don’t usuHerb Moulton expressed ally want to hear, but hear all this opinion, “It is very diffi- too often. cult for me to understand why In my years of overseeing Bridgton’s Board of Selectmen the Annual Dinner-Auction has recommended a ‘No’ vote of the Greater Bridgton on bus service to Portland — it Lakes Region Chamber of is so needed in our commu- Commerce, it is a word that nity by so many people. We I have very seldom heard. should at least give the LRB a Despite difficult economic one-year trial to determine its times, regardless of the fact worth and value to Bridgton that we seek donations during residents. I would urge the sup- the slowest time of the busiport of this issue.” ness year, not withstanding the Equal opportunity is a value fact that we contact the same we all share. Public educa- businesses year after year, I tion speaks to that value, and am continually impressed and so does public transportation gratified by the generosity regardless of whether we live shown. in a small town or a large urban I believe that this is a great area. Connection to employ- endorsement of the Chamber, ment, independence, and eco- its mission and efforts on nomic opportunity is what the behalf of the entire commuLakes Region Bus is all about. nity within the 13 towns we We’re keeping our fingers serve. You do not have to be a crossed that citizens will affirm business owner to be a part of the right to mobility by voting the Chamber and support local “Yes” on Question 1 on June 9. businesses. If you are a local Catherine Samuels, George business within the Chamber’s Bradt boundaries, why wouldn’t you Sally Chappell want to be a part of this proacBridgton Transportation tive, forward-moving organiAuthority zation?

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Generosity

Another Westbrook?

To The Editor: I grew up in the city of Westbrook during the sixties and seventies. “Downtown” Westbrook had the same charm and historical buildings that Bridgton has. The seventies came along and the city decided to go through with a project called “Urban Renewal.”

Renewal of what was the question? Historical buildings were torn down and that was the beginning of the end for the downtown area. What was left was a seedy looking Main Street with dumpy buildings and businesses that would go into those buildings and last one half of a second.

The charm was gone and there was nothing to draw people to that area. I would hate to see this happen in Bridgton.

Saving the Town Hall would be a step in the right direction to preserve Bridgton’s rich history. Not convinced? I urge anyone who is not sure about how to vote on this to take a ride through the downtown area of Westbrook and see for yourself. The only way to describe it is “Urban Blight” at its finest.

Please see our “Thank You” to the contributors to our successful event in another section of this newspaper. Please patronize these establishments, acknowledge their contributions to the community at large and, whenever possible, buy local!

Chuck Hamaty Bridgton

Funding the local bus

To The Editor: People I’ve talked to during the past eight months of trying to get the commuter bus to Portland started from Bridgton often ask: How many riders will there be on the Lakes Region Bus? To answer this question, I’ve looked into the ridership on the 145-mile rail link on the Downeaster from Portland to Boston. In its nearly 15 years of service, ridership on the Downeaster has doubled from 250,000 to more than 500,000. During two recession years, ridership surged. The train is even turning a small profit nowadays.

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Take two

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(Continued from Page 7D) pared to the Downeaster there are striking similarities: • Funding for Amtrak comes from both federal and state sources; • Ridership on the Downeaster didn’t cover operating costs for 14 years; • The Downeaster, even after 15 years, continues to build ridership on the costsavings train; • In addition to commuters, the Downeaster has developed a ridership that includes students, senior citizens, sports fans, beach-goers, tourists and others.

Since the Downeaster began, its run has been expanded northward to Brunswick and there’s talk of further expansion as demand builds.

If two conditions are met, the Regional Transportation Program has pledged to keep pace with future ridership demands on the Lakes Region Bus: • The LRB has to be running; • The demand has to be solid and reliable.

Let’s band together, vote “Yes” on Question 1 on June 9, fund the LRB, then see how the demand and the service develop over the 2015-16 financial year.

George Bradt Bridgton

Yes on 3

To The Editor: Vote “Yes” on Question 3 to support Main Street property owners. Main Street Bridgton, aka Route 302, is arguably one of the most traveled roads in Maine. People bought buildings here. Bridgton built a sewer system designed to accommodate these buildings.

Building owners bought the mandated allocation of sewer necessary to operate the businesses or residential units within and they continue to

pay taxes on, maintain and improve their real estate.

Despite their best efforts, downtown property owners suffer from the effects of a sluggish local economy and low property values prevail.

Buildings remain empty, yet available.

Enter the Bridgton Wastewater Committee, a group in favor of downtown growth. Their solution is to “rob Peter to pay Paul” by asking property owners to relinquish the sewer allocations not currently used by owners, (but needed to remain viable) to promote new construction elsewhere. They promise future infrastructure to support these old buildings if they someday need it. This is a Band-Aid approach, at best, and a promise they can’t keep. If a new system was in the cards, they’d have already built it.

The town is saying, we sold it to you, you own it, but we want it back. The trouble is, we’re not talking about a couple of marbles in the schoolyard here, we’re talking about commercial real estate investments worth nothing without the infrastructure necessary to operate.

This group of appointed officials are pointing fingers at and blaming the very people who invested in this town. They are belittling existing structures and businesses instead of promoting their value and viability to Bridgton residents and tourists alike. If the sewer system can’t handle growth, the town’s shortsighted approach to municipal planning is at fault. It is wrong to try to penalize existing property owners in favor of a new group and a new plan.

Learn from your mistakes, I say. Grandfather those properties on the old sewer system and build or expand for the new. Vote “Yes” on Question 3. Let property owners keep what they already own, under the terms and conditions from which they bought. Do not punish those who already own property here.

For once, abandon the back-

biting negativity with some good old-fashioned forward thinking. Support what you have and encourage growth by adding, not subtracting to the detriment of others.

Lisa G. Burlinson Lisa B’s Summerplace Bridgton

Make me the boss

To The Editor: To the good voters of the Town of Harrison, you might have noticed how, over the past few years, your level of service has gone down, but your taxes have gone up. Well, I have a way to save you $50,000 a year and a whole bunch of bureaucracy.

Here’s my idea: fire the current town manager and hire me for $25,000 a year. That will do three things, maybe more.

First you will save $50,000 a year, maybe more. No one seems to know how much the current town manager costs us.

Second, as a no show, and I promise you I will not show up, I will not interfere and I will not build any more fences at the town dump.

Third, because I, as town manager, will not show up, only collect $500 a week, direct deposited if you please, the Board Of Selectmen will actually have to do something besides being a rubber stamp for the town manager. They will have to work for their $1,500 a year.

Soon you will be voting.

Thanks to the incumbent selectmen, we have no Second Chance Building; thanks to the current selectmen, we have a fence part way around the dump; thanks to the current selectmen, we have scales at the dump and one-way glass in the town clerk’s office.

How you vote in this upcoming election, will determine how much more of this foolishness will be foisted upon you and I, the taxpayers.

Rev. Bob Celeste Harrison

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Back in the saddle again

To The Editor (250 words): I returned to Bridgton on May 1 having spent most of April on a trip to the border doing my Minuteman thing.

Of my seven trips to the border, I have driven on six of those, one of which was with a friend from Lovell; one was by air.

The absolute joy of taking these trips is the opportunity you get to see this great land of ours. In addition to taking direct routes, I have taken roundabout routes to visit friends and family (who offer bargain basement three-hots-anda-cot accommodations) by way of Akron, Ohio; Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Gulfport, Miss.; Houston, Texas, and returning on two occasions by way of Palisade, Colo.

You leave the forests of Maine, hit the farmlands of Ohio — the whole state of Arkansas is one big farm — and then over into states like Oklahoma, where lower precipitation requires irrigation farming, and you see increasingly more livestock and, finally, into the deserts of Arizona, where I pitched my tent on a 50,000 acre cattle ranch, where it takes 100 acres to provide enough natural vegetation to raise one head of cattle.

All in all, these trips have taken me into or through 30 of our 48 contiguous states.

If at all possible, get off the Interstates and take state and local roads. You can’t see this country from the Interstates and, of course, avoid large metropolitan areas. You learn this lesson very quickly if you have ever gone through St. Louis during rush hour.

More later.

Bob Casimiro Bridgton

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The ways that engineers assign Design Flow Value (that number of gallons required by a certain property for a particular use) has changed since allocations were made for existing users. By changing the schedule by which use is assigned, and basing design flows on newer engineering guidelines, much capacity will be gained for the existing system, opening up potential for new users and for expanded users, which will in turn lower the rate per gallon for everyone.

The Wastewater Committee is simply encouraging the use of these new numbers. This will not take away from anything any current users are doing at present, and, in fact, will allow some businesses already on the system to move forward with plans they have already invested in. Changing the way the current system is administered is not a long-term solution (there is not one for this existing system that is either efficient or sustainable), but will eek a little more from what we have, and keep us alive while a new system is built.

At this time, downtown Bridgton is shut down to any growth, with only 661 gallons left in the part of the system for the upper end of Main Street, and none at all in the part of the system that serves the lower end of town from Methodist Hill, south: dead and empty buildings stay dead and empty, no new shops or restaurants, no new opportunities for entrepreneurs or for jobs. This situation has been accumulating for a while now, and can take the heart out of a town. Once the new system is operating, none of the current users of the existing system will have any problem flowing whatever they need to, to achieve their hopes and dreams for their properties.

Bridgton’s Wastewater Committee wants Bridgton to prosper. We believe in managed growth, we believe in the goals of the new 2014 Comprehensive Plan, and we believe in the Future Land Use Plan and the Zoning Plan yet to be written, which will help to deliver these goals.

To prosper, we need a new wastewater system. This is apparent throughout the Comprehensive Plan and the Future Land Use Plan within. A process has been engaged and steps are being taken to plan for this new system.

In our years of work toward a wastewater disposal system to serve more than just a few downtown users, we strive to address two equally important goals.

The first is to encourage economic development — thoughtful, well-designed development, bringing good jobs, helping to create balance in our tax base, thereby lessening the burden on residential taxpayers, and providing more locally available services and goods for our citizens.

The second is to protect the town’s groundwater and water bodies from contamination from sewage. Much of the land in the growth areas in town is not suitable for traditional leach beds. Tight spaces and waterways throughout the downtown and wet soils along the corridors lead to expensive beds that fail frequently, contaminating our ground water. This has been the norm and must change to allow Bridgton’s waters to be clean, and the town to thrive.

We cannot sustain ourselves, let alone prosper, without these two goals being met.

From the time a new system is voted on, (yes, the citizens of Bridgton will be voting in the near future on this very important step for our town’s sustainability!) it can be constructed inside of two years.

Referendum Article #3 calls for no changes to the present allocations for the 73 users on the system. If this referendum passes, Bridgton’s downtown will be closed for the foreseeable future. It will also show a lack of community commitment in the eyes of any interested funding partners for a new wastewater system. If you are not moved to action by this paragraph, please go back and read this article again carefully. This is important!

The Wastewater Committee opposes Referendum Article #3, and urges citizens to vote it down, become informed on these issues, and stand with us to keep Bridgton open for business while plans come together for a new system.

Please be in touch with Bridgton Town Manager Bob Peabody, or a Wastewater Committee member for more information. Contact information is on the town website.

Bridgton Wastewater Committee includes: Bear Zaidman, chairman; Ray Turner; Jim Kidder, Bridgton Public Works director; Lucia Terry, Dave Crowell, Mike Truscott, and Bernie King, board of selectmen liaison.