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PEACEFUL KNEELING DEMONSTRATION — More than 70 community members participated in a Black Lives Matter rally which included one minute of silence during a peaceful kneeling demonstration. The rally was held on the Naples Causeway on Thursday. The person holding the police flag was with the group and not in opposition of them. (De Busk Photos)

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — It was important for one Lake Region High School graduate to participate, along with his mom Alyssa Noble and his younger brother, in a Black Lives Matter rally which was held in Naples.

All three family members said that they fear for the safety of their friends and loved ones who are African American.

Some of those at the rally felt it was paramount to show unity with people who are black. Some people at the rally were black. All the people at the rally were community members living in the Lake Region.

On Thursday evening, a group of approximately 70 people gathered on the Naples Causeway, most were holding signs in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

The rally officially started at 8 p.m. under the large American flag at the scenic view. About 10 minutes into the rally, the people participated in a peaceful kneeling demonstration for one minute.

Later, the group marched from the scenic view to the other

end of the Causeway, standing on the sidewalk. At that point, a few trucks passed by.

American flags were attached to the trucks and the drivers revved the engines near the demonstrators.

By comparison, drivers had honked horns and shouted friendly words of support to the demonstrators earlier in the evening.

One person was carrying a police flag. Although he was positioned across the street from the people with signs, Ethan Colson was with the people at the rally, the son of one of the participants. He was reminding people that police lives matter.

The event ended around 9:30 p.m. with a dwindling crowd of about 20 to 30 people spending about a half-hour gathered at the Amphitheater, where they listened to live music performed on drums, and shared experiences of being treated unfairly or bullied based on skin color.

The local event, which was called a peaceful kneeling demonstration, was in response to the death of George Floyd last month.

On May 25, in Minneapolis, Floyd was killed in police cus-

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Michelle Hapgood tried to “do the right thing” by complying with the state order to restrict her restaurant operation to take-out and outdoor dining only.

A tent and picnic tables were placed in the Campfire Grille parking lot to increase seating capacity — the restaurant also has an outdoor deck area.

But, Saturday became a wash out as Mother Nature unloaded a drenching afternoon rainstorm. Relying on outdoor dining results in too much uncertainty when it comes to properly staffing and operating a business, Hapgood said.

“We’re stuck in this awful limbo,” she said. “What do I do?”

Normally, Campfire Grille has indoor seating for 150.

Under current restrictions, outdoor seating is limited to 50.

With just a few short weeks to make money needed to carry the restaurant through tighter winter months, Hapgood and other businesses decided it is time to fight.

Local restaurants Campfire

Grille and Morning Glory Diner, along with Olde Mill Tavern in Harrison, brought suit against the state for keeping eating establishments in Cumberland County closed to indoor dining.

Hapgood and other owners approached the Bridgton Selectboard Tuesday night asking officials to make a formal plea to Gov. Mills to “open Bridgton.”

Wearing masks, several business people spoke in-person to town officials, explaining how the situation has become dire.

“If we don’t have a summer, we might not be here in the winter,” Hapgood added.

The group argued that rather than lump Bridgton into the overall Cumberland County mix (which collectively has the highest number of COVID-19 cases in the state), Gov. Mills should look at areas via zip code and the number of cases there.

They cited that when President Trump initially spoke about the country reopening, he pointed out that some rural states would open sooner than hot spot areas.

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tody while being arrested over a counterfeit check. Former police officer Derek Chauvin is being charged with murder and manslaughter. Videos show Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck.

On Thursday, Jake Noble, a young man who graduated from LRHS a few years

ago, took part in the peaceful kneeling demonstration with his family.

Jake spoke about white privilege.

He said that after he finished high school, he traveled across the United States and never once was he harassed.

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By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When Bridgton voters go to the polls on July 14 (or if they fill out an absentee ballot instead), there will be seven options to fill two seats on the Bridgton Selectboard.

Incumbents Robert (Bob) Murphy and G. Fred Packard seek re-election for three-year terms.

Challengers include James (Jim) Kidder, Bernard (Bernie) King Jr., Robert (Bob) McHatton Sr., Paul Tworog and G. Paul Waterhouse.

The News posed the following questions via e-mail to the candidates. Answers are arranged in alphabetical order: Q. Why did you decide to run for office?

Kidder: I decided to run for office after attending selectboard meetings for 20 years I decided that I could use that knowledge and what I had learned to keep the town going in a positive direction.

King: I decided to run for office because I spent six years on the Board of Selectman (2011-2017). I did not run for re-election just as the new wastewater project and new ordinance was well underway as well as the streetscape BALLOT, Page 3A

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LRHS Class of 2020 Top 3

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer High school is full of teaching moments.

One unexpected lesson due to COVID-19 for the Class of 2020 was never take anything for granted.

One minute, the focus was getting ready for the school play, the upcoming spring sports season, what to wear for Prom, and other muchanticipated end-of-the-year events and celebrations.

COVID-19 put the brakes on most of these events.

Students were pressed to be versatile in their learning. They had to overcome unexpected disappointment. And, they discovered ways to adjust, cope and persevere.

This Sunday, the LR Class of 2020 will celebrate their graduation with a different twist. The event — limited to graduates and their immediate family (see sidebar story) — will take place at the Bridgton DriveIn Theater. Lake Region High School’s Top 3 — valedictorian Eleina Sturk, salutatorian Julia Murch and Honor Essayist Ellery Hunt — will give prepared addresses.

This week, The News reached out to the top academic students and asked their thoughts on what it took to be successful in their academic pursuits, what challenges they had to overcome and what their plans are for the future.

Q. People often won-

der, how does a student become the tops in their class? What has it taken for you to achieve this incredible honor?

Eleina: The best way to do well is to find aspects about certain topics that you enjoy. Once you have an interest in learning something, it pushes you to learn beyond that and get a better understanding.

Julia: I’ve always kept school work and learning as my number one priority throughout high school.

Ellery: For the past four years, it has taken a lot of hard work, dedication, and goal setting to get to where I am today.

Q. Young people often have a difficult time balancing schoolwork and

Valedictorian Eleina Sturk

other things such as sports, music and social events. How were you able to be involved yet also maintain such high marks?

Eleina: I always focused on school first so I would sometimes spend my time before and after games or during rehearsals to finish up schoolwork. Balancing everything was just a matter of focus.

Julia: I made a lot of lists. I made sure to get everything done that I needed to. I really focused on managing my time and

Salutatorian Julia Murch

being wise with the free time that I had.

Ellery: I tend to balance all of my class work and other activities by making a list of everything I need to do before I go out with friends. This allows me to not be stressed about school

Honor Essayist Ellery Hunt

while I am with them.

Q. What advice would you give incoming freshmen in regards to finding a good balance?

Eleina: Adapting to the pace of the high school may be difficult but if you keep TOP 3, Page 5A

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MAKING THEIR POINT in a peaceful way on the Naples Causeway last week.

(Photos by Dawn De Busk)

Peaceful protest held (Continued from Page 1A) The police didn’t bother him.

He said he wasn’t sure the same treatment would be extended to his friends who are black.

It is unjust that people are treated differently based on skin color, Jake said.

His mother Alyssa Noble, a resident of Naples, said that her parents raised her to not judge others and that all people are equal. She has tried to pass on that belief system to her sons.

Her boyfriend is black and he is employed as a crosscountry trucker. Alyssa worries that he will be injured or killed.

The youngest family member is 13 years old. He repeated how scared he is for his friends who are black and how hurt he is that the prejudice actions are happening around the nation.

Jennifer Manzo, the organizer of the rally and the owner of Lake Region Customz, was impressed with the nice turnout.

“I think it was incredible.

I was surprised at the amount of people who showed up and all of them from the Lake Region,” she said, adding that on social media, she had asked people from outside of the Lake Region to stay home to keep the crowd size more manageable.

“I was moved, very moved. There were doctors, lawyers, former police officers. I learned that my town is diverse, which I didn’t know,” she said.

During the rally Manzo told the gathering crowd that not everyone had welcomed her idea for a Black Lives Matter rally.

“Our friends, our neighbors, our customers — the

best, most happiest, kind people who wave and say hello to me are coming out with their racism, coming out with their hate.”

“I was told, ‘What about after? What are they going to think of you?’ I say, ‘I hope to God they don’t think I am a racist,’” Manzo shouted.

“We cannot be bystanders anymore. It is up to all of us, as one race, the human race to stand together,” she said during the rally.

On the Monday after the rally, Manzo said the group honored the request to not engage the opposition, and also to keep the rally peaceful.

“We are against what is happening elsewhere and that is the point of this. We are asking for peace between law enforcement and people of color,” she said. “We wanted to show that it is not working

— the way they are doing it, rioting and all of that.”

Another promise was to no longer be silent.

“We promised not be bystanders. The kids at Lake Region had been through hell the night before on social media, and we were there for them,” she said.

After the rally, students were talking about addressing racism at the school.

Manzo plans to put together an anti-racism movie night this summer. She believes real change can occur.

“We are following through on the promise we made to not be bystanders,” Manzo said.

Rally organizer addresses town notice

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The organizer of a Black Lives Matter rally took town officials to task for the manner in which business-owners were warned that violence might occur.

The organizer and a participant also chastised the town for not fact-checking before publicly warning people to steer clear of the planned rally.

Meanwhile, town officials said that past events in other towns and other states are what prompted the fear that members of the community might retaliate against people taking part in the peaceful demonstration.

In communication with

business-owners, the Town of Naples had passed on a flyer about the event.

Apparently, it was not the original flyer but one altered by someone in the community. Also, town officials advised business-owners to shut their doors and to stay off the Causeway at the time of the rally, which took place Thursday evening.

The concern cited was the possibility of escalating violence.

Jennifer Manzo was the organizer of the Black Lives Matter rally.

On Monday, Manzo brought her grievances to the Naples Board of Selectmen.

She spoke during the public participation time at the selectmen’s first in-person

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“I was made aware by a business-owner on the Causeway yesterday that the notice was likely the main basis for the fear that caused several businesses to shut down due to our demonstration,” Manzo said on Monday.

“In the notice was a chopped and screwed version of the post that I made with the flyer. This version was designed to twist my words and make our group appear to be violent or negatively motivated,” Manzo said.

“Nowhere in the notice did it speak of my constant coordination with Sargeant Estabrook and Captain Foss of the Cumberland Country Sheriff ’s Department.

Nowhere did it say that it was organized by a resident, an avid member of the Naples community. Nowhere did it say that I asked everyone from outside of the Lakes

Region to stay home for this event or that I had a plan in place with the [sheriff’s deputies] in case of any illfounded behavior,” she said.

She asked why no one from the town tried to contact her.

She asked that someone explain the reasoning behind why the town handled this situation the way it did.

“Before you tell me it was to keep our residents safe,” Manzo said, “where was the regard for those 70-plus residents who stood on that Causeway asking for peace, whose lives were, in fact, in danger?”

Selectman Jim Turpin was the first to speak.

“You found the edit to your posting to be threatening,” he asked.

Manzo answered yes.

“Yes — As did we,” Turpin said. “Right out of the chute, it is our job to protect the citizens of Naples.”

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Ballot: Seven seek two selectboard seats James Kidder Age: 68 Family: One son, age 41, lives in Alaska Work experience: 42 years as a Public Works director in Dixfield (20 years) and Bridgton (20 years).

Community/civic experience: Dixfield School Board (three years) Hobbies and/or interests: Hiking, biking, gardening, drag racing.

Bernard King Jr. Age: 72 Family: Married to Lori, who was born and raised in Bridgton. We have a daughter Meghan, who has a son who will be 18 months old on June 18. I have an older daughter, Anne, who is married to Erick Adams (former Adams Bakery in Bridgton). She had three children: Jeanelle, William and Sarah who was the youngest and was tragically killed in a car crash in 2008.

I have a son, Jon who is married to Hazel and he has two girls, Jane and Jonalisa.

Work experience: Air Force veteran. Retired police officer after 37 years with 32 of those as an officer in Bridgton PD. Five years in Willimantic, Conn.

Since 2012, work part-time at NAPA in Bridgton delivering parts.

Community/civic expeRobert J. McHatton Sr. Age: 77 Family: Married to Patricia A. McHatton; three children, Doreen, Robert Jr. and Kimberly; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren Work experience: 10-years management team Zayre stores; 17 years Bridgton Pharmacy; 25 years owner McHatton Cleaning Service; retired.

Community/civic experience: On and off, 30 years Bridgton Board of Selectmen; have been on many committees; last two years, vice chairman

Bernard King rience: Coached seventh and eighth grade football at Lake Region Middle School, coached under12 girls softball, was an active member of Special Olympics and ran in all but two Law Enforcement Torch Runs and was leg leader.

Hobbies and/or interests: Avid fisherman and hunter, I like technology.

Robert McHatton Sr. Community Development Advisory Committee Hobbies and/or interests: Golf, town politics

Robert Murphy Raising and showing chickens since 1970, and before that was involved with 4-H for several years; shown birds and sold them across the country and abroad; was past president of the oldest poultry club in the country for approximately 15 years.

Naples tries to boost business

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Locally elected officials in Naples are striving to help businesses reopen before more potential revenue is lost, before the tourist season gets into full swing.

First off, the Naples Board of Selectmen put some pressure on the governor’s office to allow businesses to decide when to reopen.

“All businesses are essential. We support all businesses reopening immediately subject to reasonable health and safety measures,” read the Resolution passed by the selectmen.

Secondly, the board voted to relax the banner rule in its new Sign Ordinance.

This will allow businesses to advertise with flags and banners, provided those are not in the right-of-way and are on the business property.

Lastly, the board will explore the establishment of a yearly business license.

While paying for a business license might sound

like a deterrent to most business-owners, the town manager explained it would be a minimal fee, and that the licensing process would

allow the town to promote from Gov. Janet Mills office. the businesses.

“She has relaxed the Naples Town Manager 14-day quarantine for visiJohn Hawley commented tors coming to Maine. She on a recent executive order BUSINESS, Page 7A

G. Fred Packard Age: 74 Family: Single; daughters Elizabeth and Kathleen; granddaughters Avery (age 10) and Farryn (8) Work experience: BS in Business Administration 1969 University of Maine, Portland; tax accountant Harmon & Sirois, Bridgton; was a Real Estate broker and appraiser from 1978 to 1986; founded Packard Real Estate & Appraisal in 1986 Inc. (it is now Packard Real Estate Appraisal Inc.); have been a Certified Residential Appraiser, 1986 to date.

Community/civic experience: 1996-2016, a member of the Bridgton Planning Board, vice chairman seven

G. Fred Packard years and chairman for six years; lifelong resident of Bridgton, ancestors settled Sandy Creek and Packard’s Hill on the Kansas Road.

“I have a deep concern for Bridgton.”

Hobbies and/or interests: History, genealogy, collecting old toys and old cars.

Paul Tworog Age: 64 Family: Married, three children, one grandchild Work experience: Insurance/Reinsurance, Finance and Operations, John Hancock, UNUM, GenRe Life Corp Community/civic experience: Cable TV and Comprehensive Plan committees, Steep Falls; Volunteer, AARP tax preparation; Bridgton 250th committee; Bridgton Planning Board Hobbies and/or interests:

Denmark Mountain Hikers, golf, ping-pong, Cribbage, bowling, kayaking.

G. Paul Waterhouse Age: 77 Family: Married for 45 years to Nancy Waterhouse Work experience: Lifetime of working in construction, in my younger years (20s) worked running heavy equipment (backhoe, dozer etc.) then later worked as a carpenter; worked for Better Homes in Bridgton (Bob Hatch and John Bosworth) for a number of years and went out on my own as an independent conPROFILE, Page 4A

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Robert Murphy Age: 78 Family: Married to Cindy Murphy; have a son and two daughters; my wife has two sons and a daughter.

Work experience: General contractor since 1970 and spent 25 years as a call fireman.

Community/civic experience: Member of the Lions Club for 11 years; presently a four-year selectman; helping with the remodeling of the American Legion Hall; volunteer each Saturday morning helping set up the Bridgton Farmers Market; helped out at the Community Center; donated time building the Bob Dunning Memorial Bridge.

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(Continued from Page 1A) project and I really miss not being involved. I want to be involved in the process of reviewing and setting the budget.

I want to be involved again in policy making.

McHatton: I moved to Bridgton in 1969. I have been on more committees than I can remember. I’ve been on the Board of Selectmen on and off for over 30 years. I enjoy working for the town.

Murphy: I just want our town to move forward with all the projects we have in front of us. As Bridgton continues to progress as we hope, I would like to assist in attracting more businesses to come to our community.

Packard: I felt my background and experience would be helpful to the board. I liked it and stayed on for 22 years.

I was asked to run for selectman and ran in 2016 and was elected.

Tworog: I feel serving on the Selectboard presents a great opportunity to preserve the character and values that have made Bridgton such a great community. We can’t, however, preserve the past by living in the past. I am looking forward to being a very active and engaged member of the board who has the multiple skills necessary to navigate the real complexities of today’s world.

Waterhouse: I decided to run for selectman to work toward a local government that is in line with what the people of Bridgton can afford and to make sure the taxpayers’ money is spent wisely. Besides that, my wife told me to stop complaining and go run for office.

Q. What strengths do you feel you would bring to the position?

Kidder: I bring — because I was in town government for 40 years — a good understanding of how town government works as opposed to the public sector. I believe that having that knowledge will generate a smoother transition to the town. I understand the history of Bridgton and know I can bring new, positive thinking to important decisions to come as we finish out the current large-scale projects going on now, especially in light of what may be a new way of doing things after the pandemic passes.

King: My strengths are that I don’t make quick decisions. I weigh very carefully the pros and cons of every issue that comes before the board and make my decisions accordingly. I believe I am fair and do not have an agenda.

I don’t like to spend money on unnecessary things. If something comes before the board that costs money and it would benefit the Town of Bridgton then I would probably vote for it.

McHatton: 30 years on Board of Selectmen, experience and town history.

Murphy: I am a positive thinker and know when to give my opinion of the situation at hand.

Packard: I feel that my background and experience are strengths that are needed for the selectboard in these changing times. The first mention of an improved and more extensive waste water system was over 15 years ago. Since then, we are bringing it to a reality. I would like to be on the board when it is finished.

Tworog: I have an extensive knowledge of finance including auditing, banking and budgeting. Having run many large and small operations has given me experience in how to get things done. Another key strength is listening skills. I will listen to and work for all the people of Bridgton. I will not fall back on pre-formed opinions and the “old school” thinking.

Waterhouse: I will bring the same work ethic to the position of selectman that I had during my working career and legislative career. When I served in the Maine House, I had a 100% attendance and voting record. I never voted for a “mandate” that put a burden on local government or citizens.

Q. When faced with difficult decisions, what is your approach?

Kidder: Decisions require knowledge of the facts. You cannot just jump into the fire. You need to look at the long and short view to know what path solves the problems.

King: When faced with difficult decisions, I don’t make them quickly nor on impulse. I look at the issue in depth, research it and look at the possible outcomes, as well as possible legal ramifications.

McHatton: I have been there and always vote in the best interests of the Town of Bridgton.

Murphy: I am a good listener and ask questions before making a decision.

Packard: First, make sure what the problem is; second, find out if there are any similar problems like it that have occurred in the past and their solutions; third, consult with the other people involved. This should help with resolving the issue.

Tworog: You should not be making a difficult decision until you have gathered all the pertinent data and talked to all parties to get their perspective on the issue. After that, you need to consider all the information and fit the particular decision into what should be a well-defined vision/strategy for the town. Decision making should not be a series of BALLOT, Page 4A

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ON THE BALLOT: BRIDGTON SELECTBOARD (Continued from Page 3A) unique “one-offs” depending on who is making the request.

Waterhouse: When I’m faced with a difficult decision, I always have the same approach. I gather all the information I can and come to a conclusion on what to do. You must always do what you think is right...and “go with it.”

Q. Name three major concerns you have regarding Bridgton, and explain?

Kidder: Jobs for young folks is a major concern. Related to that is that we cannot keep young folks here if they cannot afford a place to live. And third, if you want young folks to find a job and find a place to live we need businesses interested in Bridgton. Broadband is an essential key to the puzzle. If we cannot attract and retain business then we cannot attract and retain young people to bring Bridgton forward in the future.

King: Three major concerns I have for Bridgton: Number 1 is the economy. If we had more businesses in town (not big box stores) it would raise the tax base and lower property taxes. It would add more local jobs. The second concern I have is the new waste water system to be up and running. It goes hand in hand with economy. The sooner that is done (but done right) the sooner we can get new businesses which would boost the town’s economy and thus lower property taxes. The third is the beautification of Main Street of which the streetscape project is doing.

McHatton: 1. Bridgton has a new Land Use Ordinance that needs to be redone by the Community Development Director. The committee did the best job they could without having a director. This ordinance affects the business growth of our community and therefore it needs to be reworked; 2. Bridgton needs a strong marijuana ordinance that will control retail stores and regulate growing establishments; 3. Economy, because of COVID-19 and how this will affect the mill rate. Will taxpayers be able to afford this budget?

Murphy: My biggest concern was that our town was not making necessary improvements and changes that were needed to draw new businesses, but I am now optimistic that we are headed in the right direction. Also, I am concerned with the condition of a few of our local cemeteries in town and would like to see this addressed in the future.

I think we need a traffic light installed on Route 302 and Sandy Creek Road as our traffic continues to increase. I would also like to see something done to the old Memorial School.

Packard: First, the COVID-19 virus and its future impact on Bridgton; second, finishing the waste water construction; and third, continue working on ordinances and improving them.

Tworog: To pick three, I would say the local economy, the related local infrastructure and, most importantly, what the town can do to help meet the differing needs of the people.

Everyone talks about economic growth but there needs to be a clear vision as to what to do to foster growth. As an example, the recently passed Land Use Ordinance that started to establish rules for different uses and frameworks in different parts of the town, was gutted almost imme-

Waterhouse profile (Continued from Page 3A) tractor (Waterhouse Carpentry); retired 13 years ago.

Community/civic experience: Back in the 80s, Nancy and I were on the Bridgton Budget Committee. In 1994, I ran for the State Legislature and served five terms (10 years) in the Maine House of Representatives. During that time, I served on the Natural Resource Committee, Criminal Justice Committee, Judiciary Committee and Taxation Committee.

Hobbies and/or interests: Avid reader — mostly history and science and a former member of the United States Chess Federation and played tournament chess; member of the Portland Chess Club for a number of years; current interests are centered on hiking and backpacking, member of the Denmark Mountain Hikers for a number of years; also like kayaking, cycling and gardening.

Area news diately because it changed some developers’ ability to do what they had previously done. Any type of development, any place, is not an effective long-term strategy. I think good economic growth will come by having a clear focus on such key topics as preserving and expanding the downtown area and recognizing the attractive recreational opportunities of Bridgton, especially by investing in winter and “shoulder” season events.

The infrastructure of the town has moved forward with the wastewater and streetscape projects. That momentum must continue with whatever help the town can provide to improving the aesthetics of downtown and gateway businesses. Two very important drivers of future business development and growth of full-time residents are investments in broadband and improvements to the school system.

Ultimately, the town needs to be first and foremost responsive to the needs of the people. The first thing that comes to everyone’s mind is taxes. This is an important item, not just for the many elderly in the town but also in enticing people to move here. A careful balance has to be struck between getting business to come here while still increasing the tax base significantly. The reality of today is that many companies want generous tax breaks and bargain with towns for the best deal. Having done many financial negotiations, I can be an important professional voice in those and many other discussions.

Beyond taxes are many other needs ranging from affordable housing to a myriad of social and recreational desires.

That demand has surged in the current crisis. We are in a good position to meet these needs as long as we prioritize and implement in an orderly manner.

Waterhouse: My major concerns are that Bridgton has had a tendency, through the years, to live beyond its means.

Our per capita income is not that high and I have deep concerns that people not be overburdened with property taxes, especially the elderly on fixed incomes. I also see vacant stores and empty lots downtown and this has been an eye sore for many years. I would like to work to see that rectified. Also, upkeep on maintenance in various areas of town should be looked into and dealt with.

Q. Bridgton has undergone some major changes over the past few years. What do you feel has gone right, and what do you feel has gone wrong and what needs to be done to fix it?

Kidder: We have secured financing to upgrade the sewer system and upgrade the streetscapes so the town has become an attractive place with key infrastructure to support business. It’s a curve we need to keep moving forward.

We cannot sit on our laurels. We need to encourage industry and development and perhaps what has gone wrong is we are not paying attention to barriers still in place that confound the progress we have made. Education is the key not only for workers in new industry but for ourselves to understand this new world we are entering with new ways to do business brought on by COVID-19.

King: Over the past few years, I feel that the new wastewater system project and the streetscape project has gone right. I don’t agree with everything in the Land Use Ordinance and I think things could have been done under the Comprehensive Plan and not have a separate ordinance (Land Use) that in my opinion is too restrictive and not business friendly.

McHatton: Changes: 1. A $23 million sewer system; 2.

Downtown streetscape; 3. Re-doing Lower Main Street.

Right: These three projects have been good strong economic projects for the town, which will hopefully attract new business and help us continue with our strong tourist trade.

Wrong: The down side of these projects is not being able to completely re-do the whole town. The Board of Selectmen chose the right type of sewer system that can be expanded to cover future town needs.

Murphy: I am very encouraged to see what is going on with the Main Street project and I am very happy to see the improved sewer system now in place. Even though this is a work in progress, we will eventually benefit from this greatly. I feel that there is a need for improved communication among our elected officials.

Packard: The thing that has gone the best is our new waste water system. There was a time 15-plus years ago when a few people were beginning to realize that our very small 80-plus hookup system was not adequate for Bridgton if it was going to grow the downtown. There were a majority that were against it due to cost and it was not needed. There were also some that did not want it due to fact that they did not want growth or change. We started slowly with a plan to educate people on the need. This went on for years. About five years ago, the DEP hinted that were leaching waste water into Stevens Brook with e

coli bacteria. This was coming mainly from old leach fields along the brook. Our test verified this. We had to do something. Bear Zaidman had background in the basics of waste water and steered us to the professionals needed. Today, we are more than half way to the completion of a system which will last Bridgton for 50-plus years.

Our biggest failure, in my mind, is the very slow progress in putting a master plan with all the townspeople together. We are doing parts but really have not got it all together. We are a town of many types of people with different backgrounds. We need to understand working together gets more accomplished. In my mind, the COVID19 virus has changed the normal to a new normal. We have a chance to come together and create a future for Bridgton.

Tworog: Bridgton is heading in the right direction. It is a great community that can grow successfully if it sticks to a clear plan. Certainly, the investments in infrastructure have been important, even if they were more costly than one would like. As more and more changes occur, I feel it is crucial to always make sure we get the biggest bang for the buck.

In terms of what has gone wrong, it seems like there is a series of seemingly small decisions that were made with limited communication and input. Certainly, the sale of town land for the hotel behind closed doors fits the bill.

Other items like the surprise initiative to attempt to repeal the Land Use Ordinance (LUO) fit that category. Changes to the LUO also were proposed in a fashion that was not clear and done to benefit specific projects. While the projects/changes may be beneficial, the process was poor.

Even the use of Community Block Grant Funds to create a “pocket park” on the underserved Lower Main Street, proposed by the Community Development Director, was rejected. This seemingly small infrastructure improvement may never happen now if the town gives up the small property on the water. These are all just examples of the need for better communication, more input and sticking to a vision for the town.

Waterhouse: The major changes that Bridgton has seen that I like is the new businesses that came to town...like Hancock Lumber, Hannaford, and McDonalds to name a few. But having said that, I think Bridgton has put in place hurdles that make it difficult to start new businesses or expand existing ones. This must be dealt with in a reasonable manner and approach.

Q. Finally, if a person was to ask, “Why should I vote for you?” how would you answer?

Kidder: Vote for me because I have the experience and desire to serve Bridgton well in the days and years ahead.

I have seen successes and failures and know the difference between an empty promise and a call to action. I will make Bridgton a better place following on the good work started over past years. Now is the time for leadership and I am ready to lead.

King: If a person asks me “why should I vote for you” my answer would be I feel I did a good job when I was on the Board of Selectman for six years. I weigh everything that comes before the board very carefully. I tend to be conservative and tax conscious and if something comes before the board that costs money and I am presented with facts of why it is a good benefit to the town as a whole then I would be more in favor of it but only if it benefits the town and not a special interest group. I do not have an agenda and know that the board acts as a whole. I love Bridgton. It has been my home since 1977.

McHatton: I have served 30 years on the Board of Selectmen and I always vote for what I feel is in the best interest of the town, and to work at maintaining a steady mill rate.

Murphy: I love our town of Bridgton and am willing and able to contribute to bettering our community. I am passionate about this and will do my best to be a voice for the next three years.

Packard: First, I would ask “Are you satisfied with what I have done in the past?” If they were unfamiliar with me, I would ask them their concerns about Bridgton and I would try to answer their questions. I do know a lot of Bridgton’s history.

Tworog: If elected, I will be an active and engaged member of the Selectboard. The financial expertise that I bring to the table is particularly important. My focus will be on listening to everyone’s concerns, with no preconceived agenda. I will focus on clear, consistent communication.

Finally, I will stick to a clear long-range plan and not base decisions on the particular, narrow interests of a few.

Waterhouse: So, why should people vote for me? Well, I hope it’s because they know I’ll bring the same effort to the job that I did when I represented them in Augusta for 10 years.

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LRHS Top 3 (Continued from Page 1A) priorities in check and always have a motivator, you can find a good balance.

Julia: Always put in 100% effort in whatever you do.

Working on time management from the beginning of high school is crucial, as well.

Ellery: The best advice for incoming freshmen would have to be to not procrastinate on their schoolwork, so that you have time for other activities.

Q. Speaking of freshmen, what were your goals as you entered high school; how did you make it happen; and any regrets?

Eleina: My goal was to join the clubs I wanted to even if it meant I would be busy every day. I just made sure to keep up with everything in educational, physical and mental aspects. There were times when I got way too stressed, but if I were to start over from freshman year, I would join the same clubs that I did.

Julia: My goals were to do my best and work hard on and off the field. I always gave 100%. If I could say anything to my past self it would be to just breathe through the stressful times.

Ellery: The only goals I had freshman year were to pass all of my classes and to get involved. Looking back, I wish I had gotten more involved in school activities especially Homecoming and Winter Carnival.

Q. We live in such a changing world. What were the three biggest changes you experienced over your high school days and what impact did they have on you?

Eleina: The change in my friends was a big one since I never expected it to happen, but it was just another step along the way. Being introduced to new people changed my perspective on certain things. Becoming a senior was another big change since I never see myself as the oldest in anything so it made me want to try to become a leader type figure for the underclassmen. The arrival of the foreign exchange students every year also had an impact on me since they really convinced me to travel abroad, which had only been a thought prior to my junior year.

Julia: I believe my three biggest changes all happened this year, due to the pandemic our world is facing. With schools closed, switching to virtual learning was definitely a transition. Having our senior year cut short was something we never saw coming either. I would say to never take anything for granted.

Ellery: The three biggest changes during high school was the grading system, changing to online classes, and deciding to participate in outdoor track my junior year.

These changes impacted me by forcing me to try something new.

Q. What were three most difficult things you had to overcome during your high school days?

Eleina: The buildup of stress was sometimes very overbearing. There were days when I could not fall asleep due to the insomnia caused by stress. Throughout high school, I was quite a procrastinator but I would also hate passing papers in late, so sometimes I forced myself to finish essays in the last hour or two before the deadline. Starting my senior year, I tried to be more on top of things and it allowed me to worry a lot less. Another challenge was injuries in sports which really deprived me of a full experience sometimes, but it was all inevitable.

Julia: The three most difficult things in high school for me was prepping for the SATs and AP exams, as well as college searching and college prep (e.g. applications, scholarships, etc.). I would say those were some of the most time-consuming things and it was sometimes difficult to PLAYFUL GOOD-BYE — First, Stevens Brook Elementary School teachers created a parade and visited local find time in my schedule. neighborhoods to say “Hi!” to students during COVID-19 shutdown. On Friday, parents and students circled Ellery: Asking for help, failure, and not caring about the SBES bus unloading area in a “reverse parade” as an end of the school year celebration. (Rivet Photos) what others thought.

Q. What were the three things you were most proud of?

Eleina: I am proud of my soccer team for being able to make it to the playoffs my junior year. Also, I am proud of the amount of change the ASTRA club has brought to the community. I am proudest of my peers who were able to push through in these times where many things became uncertain.

Julia: I’m the most proud of taking my education seriously, always trying my best, and for having a great group of friends.

Ellery: I am most proud of my grades, friends, and successfully completing college classes while in high school.

Q. What three things would you change at Lake Region High School, and why?

Eleina: If I could, I would like to change student involvement in certain activities in school because students should try to experience as much as they can before graduating. Also, I would want to change students’ attitudes toward learning since the way people view education can really influence their time at school. Otherwise, I can’t pinpoint any specific thing since I believe that the attitude of LRHS TOP 3, Page 6A

Tops in the Class

Graduation with different twist For the Lake Region Class of 2020, their senior year will certainly be unforgettable.

From remote learning, to cancellations (musical performances, theatre plays, sports, Prom, the list goes on) to social distancing, seniors had an experience no other high school class ever experienced.

One final twist is how the group will close this final high school chapter — graduation.

Senior celebrations and graduation will take on a much different look in 2020.

Here’s a snapshot of what

has happened and what is in store: May 22 — Seniors in good standing last day of classes, and a senior “final bell” video.

May 26 — Senior material drop off and laptop collection.

June 8 — Zoom Marching Practice at 1 p.m.; focus on the Thursday Pep Rally.

June 9 — Zoom Marching Practice at 10 a.m.; focus on Picture Day Friday.

June 10 — Zoom Marching Practice at 10 a.m.; focus on Graduation Sunday.

(All “Zooms” were

recorded and sent to the senior class for anyone who was not able to attend.)

June 10 — Last day to complete any make-up work.

June 11— “Drive Thru” pep rally at 2 p.m. Seniors will drive around the school starting on the vocational end of the building. Staff will stand around the perimeter of the driveway/parking lot and greet kids, music, each student’s name will be announced as the student drives into the circle to collect caps/gowns, yearbooks, awards etc. Thank you to Aubuchon Hardware

in Naples, Bobs T-Shirts in Windham and Dunkin’ Donuts for their help/donations for senior gifts.

June 12 — Picture Day (time to be announced).

Seniors will come in by appointment to have photos taken, three poses are available — individual shot for the class group picture, pose with Principal Maggie Thornton getting their diploma and family photo.

June 12 — Second day for seniors to drop off laptops and materials.

Sunday, June 14 — Graduation at the Bridgton GRADUATION, Page 6A

Valedictorian: Eleina Sturk Residence: Casco Parents: Asako and Joshua Sturk School organizations/sports: Soccer, basketball, tennis, National Honor Society, ASTRA Honors: Lion’s Club Student of the Month Salutatorian: Julia Murch Residence: Naples Parent: Lena Murch School organizations/sports: Field hockey, indoor track & field, softball, ASTRA, National Honor Society, Class of 2020 Vice President Honors: 2017 Western Maine Conference field hockey honorable mention, WMC first-team 2018-2019, all-state 2018-2019, honorable mention softball 2019, Lion’s Club Student of the Month October 2019, WMC Citizenship Award, Hancock Lumber’s Player of the Week (three times), Laker Pride Award Honors Essayist: Ellery Hunt Residence: Bridgton Parents: Jessica and Kevin Hunt School organizations/sports: ASTRA, Prom Committee, Varsity Club, indoor track & field, and outdoor track & field Honors: National Honor Society

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School news

Summer lunch is back

SAD 61 Food Service Department is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.

Meals will be provided Monday through Friday at the sites and times as follows: • Stevens Brook Elementary School — March 17 to Aug. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Sawyer Circle Housing (Bridgton) — March 17 to Aug. 21 from 12 to 1 p.m.

• Naples Town Beach – March 17 to Aug. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Casco Community Center — March 17 to Aug. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Bridgton Recreation — June 8 to Aug. 14 from 8 to 9 a.m. and 12 to 1 p.m.

In accordance with

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LRHS Top 3

(Continued from Page 5A) the student is what makes their experience.

Julia: I think I would want to change the grading system, in doing so I believe this would better prepare students for the real world. I would also change the location of the student parking, coming from a student-athlete it would be a lot more convenient to have student parking in the back.

Ellery: I would change the grading system, the parking lot, and the disciplinary action at the school.

Q. What was the greatest lesson you learned during your high school days, and how will it help you in the future?

Eleina: The greatest lesson I learned was that there’s always another reason or layer to even a simple topic.

Analyzing documents, laws, or people in history classes or humanities really brought that to light and I believe that it will help in assessing the world around me.

Julia: One of the greatest lessons I learned in high school is to make every moment count because time goes by quickly. I want to be able to look back and have no regrets.

Ellery: Not caring about what others think of you is one of the biggest lessons I have learned and still learning.

Caring about what others think of me has stopped me from experiencing more of my high school experience.

Q. Speaking of the future, what is next for you?

Where are you headed; have you decided on a career path, and if so, what lead you in this direction?

Eleina: I will attend Bowdoin College and I hope to become a biology major in order to have a career in the STEM field. I’ve always liked animals and that probably had the biggest influence on me regarding my choice to become a Biology major.

Julia: I’m attending Husson University where I will be studying pre-pharmacy and playing field hockey.

Chemistry is my favorite subject, which is why I chose this major. I would like to one day potentially become a pharmacologist.

Ellery: Next year, I am attending Plymouth State University where I will be majoring in Social Work.

Growing up, I have always had a passion for wanting to help people and I believe that social work is a good way to follow that passion.

Q. Finally, give me three people who have been a major influence during your high school days and how have they impacted you in developing into the person you are today?

Eleina: I was always a reserved child, but as I got into high school, I began connecting with my parents even more and as I learned about their pasts, it really pushed me to strive to do what I loved in high school. My dad influenced me a lot because his experience in high school to learn a new language made me want to increase my involvement in the world. My mom’s teachings of respect and appreciation helped in my connections with people. (Teachers Ian) Carlson/(Christina) Gaumont (I’m sorry that this is four but they both influenced my time in high school) were my Humanities teachers in both my junior and senior years and whenever I was upset or lost they would give me advice. They would also listen to my crazy ideas such as my future aspirations, stories I wanted to write, and things that I would change in the world. They’ve given me a lot of insight on the world and I believe that it will help me in becoming a better person.

Julia: My mom, family and my coaches have influenced me the most, by believing and supporting me. I’m the person I am today because of them pushing me to be the best I can.

Ellery: Both of my parents, friends and teachers have all had an impact on my life. They all have pushed me to be a better version of myself, while also helping find who I want to be.

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(Continued from Page 5A) Twin Drive-In Theatre at 8:45 p.m. (gates open at 8 p.m.)

Big “Thank you!” to John Tevanian, Bridgton Twin DriveIn theatre owner, for hosting the celebration.

LRHS is creating a video with the graduation program.

Students will drive in to Pomp and Circumstance, followed by the national anthem, greeting from Principal Thornton, student speeches etc..

In waves of 10, students only will exit their cars and walk up to the snack bar building that will be decorated like the graduation stage to get their diplomas. LRTV will live stream inside the building and families can watch on their phones. On the big screen, each senior will have a slide with his/her name, picture, awards, “thank you” and future plans.

After graduation, LRTV is planning to combine the LRHS video and their live stream video to create a final graduation video that will be available to families to purchase.

Parking is limited to seniors. Students with parents in two households will get two tickets. Any additional parking will be limited to a limited number of staff.

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NOW, GREENHOUSE NEARLY COMPLETE — This photo was taken a few weeks ago when SAD 61 staff Steve Porter and Paul Harmon started to piece together the greenhouse kit at Stevens Brook Elementary. The structure is built, and this week electrical service is being run to it.

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board member for Casco and the Lake Region district. Lois lived in South Casco and was the proprietor of Varney’s Volumes, an antiquarian bookshop.

She was also for 30 years a trustee of the Betty and S.O. Hancock Scholarship Fund. A special earmark was established after Lois’ passing to designate one of the Fund’s scholarship applicants to be the recipient of the Lois Varney Award, recognizing a graduating senior of strong character who has displayed a love for the written word.

Grace Plummer is the recipient of the second special honor — the Casco Days Fair Association

Award. More recently, the Scholarship Fund began recognizing the immeasurable contributions to a graduating senior who has enhanced the family values and sense of community at Casco Days.

Other periodic designations of significant achievement and accomplishment are celebrated in honor of David Hancock, Richard Frank and Katie Simpson.

The Scholarship Fund not only provides support to graduating seniors from Casco, but strives to follow students throughout their academic careers. Isabelle Davis White (University of Georgia), Sarah Hancock (Boston University), Olivia

Mills (University of Maine), Haley Bragdon-Clements (St. Anselm College), Jordan Magiera (Thomas College), Nate Bragdon-Clements (St. Joseph’s College), Alyvia Wilson (University of Nebraska), Cheyenne Bell (Central Maine Community College), Paige Davis (Bryn Mawr) and Brianna Warren (University of Hartford) all received scholarship continuance, stated Nominating Committee Chair and Bridgton Academy Educator Beth Chagrasulis.

Scholarship applications are made available through the guidance office of Lake Region High School or directly upon request at tracylhancock@gmail.com

Hancock Fund awards $24,300

The Betty and S.O. Hancock Scholarship Fund has announced the awarding of $24,300 in academic scholarships to six graduating seniors and 10 in-college students from Casco.

The amount of this year’s scholarship aid was “the largest in the organization’s 55-year history,” reported Treasurer Matt Hancock.

Graduating seniors Emerson Dinsmore, Matt Fitzgerald, Nicholas Hall, Grace Plummer, Shannon Ranger and Kendyl Ridlon were all recognized for their accomplishments. Emerson Dinsmore is recipient of The Lois Varney Award.

Lois Varney was a longtime teacher and school

Rotary Club’s Good Citizen

Congrats grads!

By Madelyn Litz SAD 61 & 72 Adult Education Director Lake Region and Fryeburg Area Adult Education wants to extend our best wishes to the graduates of both Lake Region High School and Fryeburg Academy!

We are here to support you after graduation. We are your one-stop resource to get the guidance you need to help you achieve your goal of entering college or postsecondary training.

We are here all summer and can help you prepare for a successful transition from high school. Let us help you…

• Review your financial

readiness for college; • Assess your academic readiness to enter collegelevel courses; • Support you with online and administrative tasks; • Academic support and college readiness courses; • Enroll in our College Success class and earn required Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) and Central Maine Community College (CMCC) credit for free.

Let us help you reach your college or post-secondary training goals! Call our College and Career advisor at 647-3015 or e-mail rhonda.jacobson@ lakeregionschools.org

Rylie Merrill of Naples has been selected as the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club’s “Citizen of the Month” for May. Each month, the Rotary Club recognizes a Lake Region High School student who displays good citizenship and contributes to the school community.

Name: Rylie Merrill Class of 2020 Town: Naples Parents: Ken Merrill, Rhiannon Williams Sibling: Kayla Willette Activities: Softball up until sophomore year Community activities: Wood stacking for elders, Camp Sunshine fundraising Hobbies: Hiking and snowboarding Future plans: Becoming a medical assistant Schools that you have or will apply: I have committed to Southern Maine Community College in fall 2020 to pursue my degrees.

What do you consider as traits that make someone a good citizen: Helpful, communicative, responsive, leadership, involvement, inspired.

Who has inspired you to be a good citizen and why: I feel like those in my family have. They’re always supporting small businesses around the community, have lots of involvement, and are always willing to lend a hand.

My aunt, Connie Madura, manages the Naples Food Pantry and I’ve helped growing up. Being a part of the community makes me realize how important it is to keep the ones you know best, close.

What have you done to make the school commu-

nity a better place: When I entered Crooked River Alternative Ed, it was a mandatory credit that we helped volunteer each year. This consisted of Camp Sunshine fundraising, wood stacking for elders, Red Cross donations for LRHS, and involvement with first graders for Christmas.

Why is volunteerism important: I feel like giving back and doing the right thing is always the way to go. When you’re in a loving community, it’s not about being selfish, it’s about sharing and taking care of those around you.

In the future, what do you see yourself doing to make the world a better place: I plan on going into the medical field so hopefully I will be helping as many people as I can, as happy as I can. I’m always up for volunteering and participating on days like Earth Day. Being able to be taught

by Adam Perron my seventhgrade year was a blessing.

He made me realize how precious this world is — take care of your family, community, earth and yourself. We only have one life, make the best of it.

Area news

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PEACEFUL YET POWERFUL rally to denounce racism and the need for change was held at the Main Hill Monument Saturday, which included words from Bridgton Police Chief Rick Stillman (top, right). (Photos by Kevin Murphy)

Rally organizer addresses Naples public town notice (Continued from Page 2A) She said she could tell by his expression that he was judging her group and the cause negatively.

He said he supported the reasons that people were holding the rally. He said some prudence should have been exercised.

“You failed to take into mind what risk you brought to Naples with that event,” Turpin said.

Chairman Grattelo said that everything turned out okay and there is an opportunity to learn from it.

“You should have approached the town manager, showed us your flyer, explained to us what you are going to do. The only thing we saw was what was going around on social media,” Gratello said “To not react would be totally wrong,”

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he said.

Another resident, Tiffanie Oliveira, took offense to the letter from the Town of Naples, that put peaceful in quotes.

“Why did you feel it was necessary to put peaceful in quotations. What about the people who organized this? Your choice to put peaceful in quotations. We do not appreciate the doubt in our honor and integrity,” Oliveira said.

“The poster called for businesses to shut early… It [the rally] came in a peaceful manner as promised. Your concerns were unfounded and harmful to our local businesses,” she said.

It was mentioned that the Town of Naples Facebook page did just that.

Chairman Grattelo said that while Manzo was communicating with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) so was the town manager. The plan was that the deputies would hang back and keep an eye out for any trouble, particularly from people opposing the demonstrators.

“They did a fantastic job. You did a fantastic job,” Grattelo said to Manzo.

Naples Town Manager John Hawley spoke “Another point is: In the conversations with sheriff’s office, the sheriff’s office “Since you put in all the energy for said it was not (the demonstrators) they people to be alarmed, you could put were worried about, it was the people who energy in letting people know it turned out weren’t invited,” Hawley said.

The post for the Town of Naples peaceful,” Oliveira said.

(Continued from Page 1A) agreed. “I can look six miles to my left and six miles to my right and people have what they want,” Zaidman said referring to restaurants and other businesses are now open in neighboring Oxford County towns such as Fryeburg, Norway, Oxford and South Paris. “We can’t open the town, we don’t have legal authority, but we can strongly reiterate to the governor to do just that…Thank you folks for supporting this town.”

Lone added, “People that are uncomfortable about going to a restaurant don’t need to go. We have personal choice.

The group pointed to a recent message from Bridgton Hospital President Peter Wright that just two COVID

cases surfaced here.

Selectperson Lone fully understands the financial strain business owners feel. “I had a business on Main Street years ago, and it would never have survived this,” she said.

Roseanna Richards of Tarry A While has experienced cancelations due to uncertainty. The resort has wedding receptions booked in September and October, but again, they are unable to tell couples what the situation or restrictions will look like, at this point.

“We know our community.

Businesses will be responsible. I feel the town should be open. People want to do the right thing. Our summer is short. We have cancelations every day. It’s been an up and down rollercoaster ride. Each week, it’s something new. You get a glimmer of hope then it’s gone,” she said.

Spyro Hronarakis of Bridgton House of Pizza says the plea to reopen is not businesses being selfish.

“We live here too,” he said.

“We’re not irresponsible. We know how to conduct business in a proper manner. It’s not just a job, it’s my identity. It’s what I do.”

Comments sent to the selectboard included: • Sarah Parks — “...Without these businesses, the town will fail to survive for year-round and for part-time residents…

Bridgton will become a ghost town.”

• Linda Ziemnicki — “...I moved to Bridgton six years ago because of the small community feeling and the great people. Please fight for our town. Open Bridgton!”

• Jessica Clayton and Michael Citro — “…We cannot turn our backs on them, they make Bridgton what it

is!”

• Kelly Moore — “…Don’t let Bridgton become a place where people drive through and say, ‘Remember when.’”

Initially, the idea was to send the letter, along with a DVD of the board meeting to Gov. Mills. But, officials decided to go a different route.

They will ask local state representatives and state senators to hand deliver the items to Gov. Mills. The hope is to make it happen by Friday.

Creative solutions supported Looking to create more outside dining, Spyro Hronarakis of Bridgton House of Pizza requested that the town close the roadway between BHOP and BreakRoom 248 that leads to the municipal parking lot.

Barriers would close off the section to motorized travel, and allow BHOP to place picnic tables, either outfitted with

(Continued from Page 3A) can prove they are not infected,” Hawley said.

“The sad thing is our businesses are not opened,” he said.

Chairman Jim Grattelo introduced the Resolution, which is supported by the majority of board members and is headed to Augusta.

“Whereas, the residents of the Town of Naples and Cumberland County have been diligent in taking the prescribed precautions to utilize social distancing and limit social gatherings to the prescribed numbers; and whereas, the ripple effects of business closures and resultant economic decline are simply no longer sustainable,” the Resolution said. “Whereas, the Town of Naples already anticipates a significant revenue decline over the next 12 months from loss of business.”

After reading the Resolution out loud, Grattelo said, “Basically, we understand that we are approving this resolution to support the businesses, but they have to make the final decision based on their liquor license with the state of Maine.”

The town manager told the board that some entrepreneurs have asked if the town could be more lenient on the Sign Ordinance and allow banners that are more than 10 feet from the business building.

“They are asking if they can put these up at this time,” Hawley said.

The current law says a banner or flag must be within 10 feet of your building.

Selectman Jim Turpin said he was concerned about safety since banners in the ROW would distract drivers.

Chairman Jim Grattelo said that is against state law and

would not be allowed in town.

The board voted to temporarily relax the Sign Ordinance to put signs greater than 10 feet from business but still on property until Columbus Day. The vote was, 4-0, with Kevin Rogers absent.

Hawley proposed a Business License Ordinance, something that has been a long time in the discussion stage.

“Ever since I arrived here, the idea of an annual business license has been tossed around and mentioned on several occasions. However, no formal action has been taken,” he began.

“Last week, when we felt it was best to notify all of the businesses in the vicinity of the Causeway of the pending protest [Black Lives Matter rally] we discovered that contacting all of the businesses in the area was problematic because we did not — and still

don’t — have a maintained database with current contact information for each of the businesses,” Hawley said.

“Luckily, recent COVID19 Zoom meetings with the restaurants, marinas, campgrounds and summer camps enabled us to get many of the contacts. But if we had not had to go through that process, many of those contacts would not have been readily available,” he said.

“I would like to support the creation of a business license requirement for the public safety benefit of having that annually updated information,” he said.

“We would also like to have that information to help promote the businesses in town and creating space on the Town website. There are a lot of small businesses that don’t have frontage on Route 302 that could benefit,” he said.

Naples tries to boost business

Facebook page appeared on Friday, the day after the rally.

“After all the hype, last night’s protest was a peaceful show of unity; and despite some opposing position, all were able to remain respectful and the evening turned out to be civil. Thanks to all to contributed to a safe evening for Naples,” the post reads On Monday night before the selectmen’s meeting was wrapped up, Turpin returned to the topics brought up during public participation.

“They seem to have asserted that there was a lack of support for their cause from this board,” he said.

“All of us support Black Lives Matter.

Our concern is that the town wasn’t given appropriate opportunity to keep everyone safe,” Turpin said.

large umbrellas or under a tent.

Hronarakis said the outside dining space will allow him to employee four more workers.

“We’re looking at creative ways to increase business and keep people employed,” he said.

Selectperson Carmen Lone applauded Hronarakis for staying open during the pandemic.

“We have great entrepreneurs in this town,” Lone said.

Hronarakis will continue to work with delivery companies to bring in supplies during non-peak business times.

“We will do whatever it takes,” said Hronarakis, even if it means moving tables in the seating area to provide space for deliveries, and then moving the items back into place after.

Selectman Bear Zaidman requested that if Hronarakis decides to utilize a large tent for overhead coverage, that installers not drive metal stakes into the new asphalt there.

Because the roadway is town property, Hronarakis will need to put up liability insurance to cover usage, and he has to seek an extension of his liquor license with the operation expansion.

The board’s approval goes to Sept. 1.

Christian Cuff, new owner of Vivo’s on Depot Street, also sought an answer to the indoor seating lockdown still in effect. But, his idea was not just about today, but about what could be down the road.

Cuff’s proposal asks the selectboard to close a portion of Depot Street — from Tasteful Things shop to the bridge — to all non-emergency thoroughfare creating space (“an open air market”) for dining, as well as spots for other vendors to sell their wares as part of a Saturday Night Market (later in the day after the Bridgton Farmers Market closes shop). Other participat-

ing businesses include Caron & Co., Tasteful Things, the Arts Center and Dog on the Porch. Renys could also join.

The Tap House, however, will be open, but “will not have a street presence. They will host guests only at the rear of the building, in their patio area,” Cuff said.

Vivo’s will stop street seating at 8 p.m. Like BHOP, Vivo’s will be responsible for liability insurance coverage using the roadway, as well as a need to expand its current liquor license.

“As an alternative to a potentially disastrous reopening summer, we would like to follow the cues of other pedestrian districts in Maine (he cited Rockland and Portland) and utilize Depot Street’s unique layout to drive business back to Bridgton,” Cuff said. “This (idea) is about consumer confidence. If people don’t feel safe, they won’t come.”

Cuff said barricades will be positioned to allow a delivery truck to maneuver to unload at Renys. Other delivery trucks servicing Vivo’s will use the municipal parking lot and cart items to the restaurant.

Sidewalks will remain clear for foot traffic.

Selectman Zaidman questioned whether adequate access would be available for firefighters. Fire Chief Tom Harriman pointed out that the ladder truck is unable to cross the bridge over Stevens Brook due to weight capacity. Harriman felt comfortable with the proposal.

Board Chairman Lee Eastman liked the idea, having experienced similar set-ups in South Beach.

“It is a really enjoyable atmosphere. It makes the place look alive,” he said. “I like it.

Let’s try it.”

The board approved the plan with an expiration date of Sept. 1.

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LOVELL — The Lovell Historical Society has been fortunate to have the unfailing support of many local businesses. These businesses have selflessly donated auction items and gift certificates to the organization for fundraising. The Society thought, given these trying times, it would be a good time to thank them.

In order to help these small businesses and also help Lovell families in need, the Society is conducting a raffle of twelve $250 gift certificates. Tickets are $1 for one or $5 for a book of six. The raffle drawing will be held on July 18.

The businesses are: Center Lovell Market, Ebenezer’s Pub, Harvest Gold Gallery, Kezar Lake Marina, Lodge at Pleasant Point, Lovell Box Company, Lovell Hardware, Molloy Energy, Old Saco Inn, Oxford House Inn, Rod Iron Design and Rosie’s.

Tickets can be obtained at Rosie’s, Lovell Hardware and the Center Lovell

TAKE A CHANCE — Catherine Stone, president of the Lovell Historical Society and Rose McKenzie, owner of Rosie’s, with raffle tickets.

Market or by contacting the mail at P.O. Box 166, Lovell, Society via phone at 925- ME 04051.

3234, e-mail at lovellhistoriAccording to Stone, the calsociety@gmail.com or by Society’s goal is to boost

local businesses and give the raffle winners the option of donating their item to others.

BHS Class of ’65 reunion Sept. 19 The Bridgton High School Class of 1965 is having a 55th class reunion on Sept. 19, 2020, at 2 p.m. at Gary’s Old Towne Tavern in Naples. The reunion committee has decided to invite all students that started in the class!

The students pictured in the Corona of ’62 which committee members have not been able to reach are as follows: Sharon Rich Strout, DeeDee Norman Robbins, (F) B. Hilton, (F) M. Norman, Donna O’Blenes, Henry Hudson, Leland Lewis, (F) L. Corson, Faye Chapman, Joan Graham Kiesman, Russell Cousins, (M) M. Beal, Linda Davis, (M) R. Wallace, Julie Young, Malcolm Thompson, Arthur Wakefield, (M) R. Thompson, (M) B. Kimball, Kathy Reed and two absent people from the picture: C. Richardson and J. Allen.

If anyone knows any of the above and can give contact information reach out to: Carlene Allen Fickett at fickett.carlene@gmail.com or Ross Graham at coastie1@fairpoint.net

NOW OPEN! “HOME WORK,” a show of artwork conceived during Maine’s months of the “shelter in place” order, opens today, June 11, at Gallery 302 in Bridgton. As the gallery reopens after being shuttered for a couple of months, it is a natural choice for an exhibit by members of the Bridgton Art Guild, who have continued to create art during this crazy time. Whether as a response to the mandate or an escape from the mandate to stay home, artists have made some interesting observations about the situation.

A variety of styles and mediums will be on display, along with work by the gallery’s more than 40 exhibiting artists.

Gallery 302 is located at 112 Main Street in Bridgton. For more information, call 647-2787 or visit gallery302.com.

Online workshop on raising pigs June 16

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a free online workshop about raising pigs for smallscale use from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16.

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Casco Public Library started window pickup services on Tuesday, June 2, during the following hours: Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m.

Preorders are necessary and will be taken through: • The online catalog at www.cascopubliclibrary.org You will need your login and password — please call the library at 627-4541 if you don’t know it. You may place a hold for items that are on our shelves and/or currently checked out. If an item is checked out, you will be put in line to get it when it comes out of quarantine. You will need your user name and password — please call the library at 627-4541 if you don’t know it. Please click “place hold” option to request the item. If the item is available, the library will pull it for you; if there is a waiting list, you will be put on it. CPL will call you to confirm order and pick-up time.

• By phone — 627-4541. CPL will be answering the phones during pick-up hours and outside of those hours. If CPL doesn’t answer, please leave a message and the staff will call you back to confirm order and pick-up time.

By e-mail — cascolibrary@gmail.com. CPL will call to confirm order and pick-up time.

Contactless pickup will be achieved through a “take out” window on the parking lot side of the building.

Returns should go in the book drop by the parking lot side or the drop by the door facing the town green.

The building will remain closed to the public, but the password-free Wi-Fi is available outside of the building! CPL is also available by phone for assistance. Interlibrary Loan is not available at this time for any libraries in Maine.

Bridgton Public Library is open for nocontact book drop-off and pickup through the month of June. BPL is also able to offer home delivery service through the mail. BPL will confirm your home address in its records and mail items to you. Book drop hours will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Just ring the doorbell for service!

BPL is modifying the hours from its normal operation to allow staff time to go through the shelves gathering books and packaging them up. Please use the online catalog to put “Holds” on items, this is the fastest way for BPL to get books to patrons. For more information please call, leave a message, or e-mail at bplreference@bridgton.lib.me.us BPL is planning to have limited public access to the building starting in July. BPL will be offering reservations for browsing, family and computer time.

Website: www.bridgtonlibrary.org Denmark Public Library has reopened during regular library hours: Tuesday and Thursday 2 to 7 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Patrons limited to one at a time. Call for an appointment at 452-2200. Curbside pickup available.

Please wear a mask.

Fryeburg Public Library reopened on Monday, June 1. Regular hours are: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Curbside pickup will be available by appointment.

Call 935-2731 to request this service.

Only three to five patrons will be allowed in the library at any time. Social distance, must wear a mask.

Materials and surfaces will be sanitized between patron visits.

A limit of six items total may be checked out per patron and a book return box will be located outside for returned library materials.

Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library hours are: Monday, 12 to 6 p.m., Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All patrons must wear a mask while visiting the library. No more than five patrons will be allowed in the building at a time. Children are not allowed in the building at this point. Patrons and staff must maintain six feet of physical distance between each other. Patrons are asked to limit visits to 15 minutes. Patrons are asked to limit handling of items to only those they are considering borrowing. Patrons with special needs may call ahead and the library will make arrangements to accommodate. Curbside pickup is available, call 925-3177.

Harrison Village Library started curbside service on Monday, June 1. The building will remain closed to the public, but you may request items to be checked out to you and arrange a time for pickup in the HVL parking lot. Curb service will be available Monday and Wednesday from 1 to 7 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hours are subject to change. HVL is not accepting donations of books, movies or magazines at this time.

Please call or e-mail for more information at 583-2970 or kkramer@harrison.lib.me.us Naples Public Library started preorder window service on June 2. Regular hours Tuesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday 2 to 7 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Turn backyard into a drive-in The Wireless Outdoor Cinema Company in Bridgton this week announced the unveiling of their new line of Outdoor Cinema Packages for homeowners and businesses throughout Maine and New Hampshire.

The Wireless Outdoor Cinema is a year-round, weather-resistant, pressure-treated wood movie screen frame that comes with a removable cinematic screen, an HD Wi-Fi Projector, Off-Grid Battery Pack and a Wireless Surround Bar Speaker. The Wireless Outdoor Cinema offers a new way for homeowners to enjoy their backyards, year-round, under the stars and moon watching their favorite movie, TV show, sporting event, or playing video games on a larger than life screen.

HARRISON — Robert Spencer of Waterford will read from and talk about his new book, Prospects on Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. via a Zoom discussion hosted by Harrison Village Library.

porch. Please be mindful of social distancing when using the porch.

Raymond Village Library started curbside pick-up on Monday, June 1. RVL is offering limited home deliveries for those patrons unable to physically visit the library.

Interlibrary loan service remains suspended throughout the state. At this time, RVL is unable to process interlibrary loan requests.

However, all in-house titles are available for pickup.

If you would like to schedule a pickup at RVL, please call 655-428 or e-mail rvldirector@gmail. com.

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Hospital: Mercy Fore River, Portland Date/time: May 11, 2020 at 10:36 p.m. Weight: 9 pounds, 4 ounces. Height: 20 inches Hometown: Sebago. Parents: Dylan and Jessica Randall. Siblings: Brooke, age 10, Cameron, 9, and Wyatt, 1. Grandparents: Robin Flanigan of Naples; Peter and Sherry Flanigan of Naples; Gary and Tammy Randall of Sebago.

Elijah Mitchell Colby

Based on the life of Clarence Potter, a Canadian miner who moved to Maine in 1897 to make his fortune in the mines of Oxford County, the story takes place with a backdrop of the Maine mining scene at the turn of the twentieth century.

For more information and an invitation to the event, please e-mail library director Kathleen Kramer at kkramer@harrison.lib. me.us

Elijah Mitchell Colby was born on May 15, 2020 at Stephens Memorial Hospital at 9:36 a.m. Elijah weighed 9 pounds, 2 ounces.

Hometown: Oxford. Parents: Joseph and Carrie Colby. Sibling: Walter, age 3. Grandparents: David and Joy Shaw of South Paris; Walter and Pamela Colby of Oxford.

Lillian Louise Perry

Lillian Louise Perry was born on May 23 at 1:15 a.m. at Bridgton Hospital. Lillian weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces.

Hometown: Denmark. Parents: Nathan and Amanda Perry. Siblings: Jada. Grandparents: Tim and Gail Anderson of Sebago; Ryan and Stacy Perry of Bridgton.

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Libraries limited opening (Continued from Page 1B) e-mail requests to NPL, you will need a username and password. To obtain these, please e-mail: overd u e s n p l @ g m a i l . c o m .

NPL staff checks the answering machine often (207-693-6841). Orders are welcome by phone, as well.

A note about due dates: Items checked out from March are now due June 20. Please return items you have had checked out as soon as possible. Late fees are waived from March 14 to June 20. Patrons are still financially responsible for damages or lost items.

Although the building is closed to the public, WI-FI is available on the grounds, as well as charging ports (AC & USB) on the

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Hospital: Stephens Memorial, Norway Date/time: June 1, 2020, 6:30 p.m. Weight: 8 pounds Hometown: Hiram. Parents: Ryan Cogswell and Abigale Brown. Grandparents: Cliff and Kirsten Brown of Stow; John Cogswell and stepmom Laurie of Hiram; Cindy Cogswell of Gray.

lot entrance. All returned items will be available for checkout after quarantining and cleaning.

Waterford Public Library started curbside pick-up in mid-May. Here is how it works: Choose your books. Go to waterfordmainelibrary. org The entire collection of books, DVDs and audio CDs are searchable on the website.

Once finished, copy and e-mail list back to waterfordmelibrary@gmail.com Or, just pick some book titles and e-mail your requests. WPL will get them ready for you, will send e-mail confirmation when ready for Wednesday (6 to 7 p.m.) or Saturday (11 a.m. to noon) pickup. Book reservations accepted until 6 p.m.

Tuesday and 3 p.m. Friday to allow time for processing.

Books will be pre-packaged with patron’s name, and given out via a socially distanced volunteer.

Currently, only accepting returns during these two hours. All books must be in a bag marked on the outside with patron’s name and date of return. All returns will be quarantined and decontaminated before going back into circulation.

In Lovell, June is for the Birds.

The Greater Lovell Land Trust is celebrating the return of the birds with two events.

This Saturday, June 13, from 7 to 10 a.m., guest docents and birders Joe Scott and Mary Jewett will lead an easy walk to welcome back songbirds. They will help search the trees and ground for warblers and talk about the Maine Bird Atlas, a statewide community science project.

GLLT is limiting the number of participants, requiring all wear face masks, and preregister at: leigh.hayes@gllt.org. Upon registration, you’ll receive further details.

The following week, GLLT will host Maine Audubon on Saturday, June 20 from 9 a.m. to noon for a workshop entitled “Forestry for Maine Birds: Managing Maine woodlands with birds in mind.” The Forestry for Maine Birds approach integrates bird conservation into forest management and planning.

Participants will learn the following: Improve habitat for priority forest birds and a variety of other wildlife species; Take care of your woodland; Work with other forest management goals; Enhance the value and enjoyment of Maine woodlands for many generations to come.

Again, space is limited, GLLT is requiring all to wear face masks and preregister at: leigh.hayes@gllt.org.

OVENBIRD singing at Bishop Cardinal Reserve in Lovell. (Photo by Leigh Macmillen Hayes) To learn more about the Greater Lovell Land Trust, its properties and trail, and upcoming programs, visit gllt.org.

Searching for Irishes Roland Irish is digging into his family history.

The Charlestown, N.H., resident has discovered he could use a little help filling in some of the blanks.

“I am looking for relatives in the Bridgton area of Ruth Irish. I met her years ago on a vacation trip and found that we were relatives through my great-grandfather, Arnold Irish,” said Roland, who is

Roland R. Irish III, grandson of Arnold’s first son, Roland R. Irish Sr. Ruth had been working on a family tree, which she showed Roland, and it went back into the 1700s.

“She was going to have copies made, and her daughter was helping her do the research. I have lost the handwritten copies I made and want to find anyone that may

have a copy of Ruth’s work, so I can work on our family history,” he wrote The News.

“I know my grandfather was born in Bridgton. I saw the town record of his birth and that is what led me to Ruth.

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HARRISON Wednesday, June 17, 1 p.m. — Robert Spencer of Waterford will read from and talk about his new book, Prospects via a Zoom discussion hosted by Harrison Village Library. For more information and an invitation to the event, please e-mail library director Kathleen Kramer at kkramer@harrison.lib.me.us Tuesdays, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harrison Food Bank, located at the Ronald G. St. John Community Center, 176 Waterford Road in Harrison, 207-647-3384.

LOVELL Saturday, June 13, 7 to 10 a.m., Greater Lovell Land Trust welcomes back Songbirds with guest docent and birders Joe Scott and Mary Jewett.

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Saturday, June 20, 9 a.m. to noon, Greater Lovell Land Trust hosts Maine Audubon workshop: Forestry for Maine Birds: Managing Maine woodlands “with birds in mind.” Pre-registration required: leigh.hayes@ gllt.org.

WATERFORD North Waterford Congregational Church (Green Road) “drivethrough” supper to be held on Tuesday, July 7, with delivery available from 5 to 6 p.m., as long as supplies last. The menu for the first supper will be a pasta bake, with mixed vegetables, coleslaw, biscuit and the traditional strawberry shortcake for dessert (in its own box!).

Each meal will cost $10.

Submit calendar items to bnews@roadrunner. com or fax 647-5001.

There is no charge for area groups and nonprofit organizations.

“After I built and set up my first Wireless Outdoor Cinema on my property here in Bridgton, I knew immediately other homeowners would love this outdoor experience as much as I do,” said owner Todd Morton.

“It’s a beautiful ‘rugged’ year-round, pressure-treated movie frame with an easy setup to start watching your favorite movie, show, or use your Xbox, PlayStation, or Wii.” Features and benefits of the Wireless Outdoor Cinema include: • Enjoy outdoor evenings year-round watching movies with nature and friends; OUTDOOR CINEMA, Page 8B

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Opinion & Comment

June 11, 2020, The Bridgton News, Page 3B

In Ye Olden Times

by Michael Davis BHS Assistant Director

Mud Slinging

Hello neighbor!

In the past two weeks, the road crews seem to have begun putting their “finishing touches” on much of the downtown streetscape project; new benches have gone in, fine shade trees have again been planted, and with the paving crew making their way down Main Hill, it is now possible to drive entirely on asphalt through town once more. All in all, a worthy effort has been carried out, and let us hope that it lasts a good many years to come.

Today, I want to take us back over a century, to this day June 11 in 1915 — a day when, much like today, the streets of Bridgton were being redesigned to fit the better changing times. O, those days when the sidewalks were wooden, the roads were dirt, and the closest thing to pavement was a new treatment called “macadamization,” a packed form of gravel and dust which, it appears, was still too expensive to use here in Bridgton. But even then, new innovations were on the way; it would not be long before engineer Edgar Hooley would get the idea to create a macadam road, which used tar as a binder to hold the gravel together.

This new invention, which he called “tarmac,” reached the United States by 1920 and, together with the likes of Henry Ford’s automobiles, paved the way for the modern transportation era.

If only the folks of Bridgton back then could see the state of our roads now. I must say however, not everything about the current age is better; if there is one thing we miss about these old-time construction projects, it’s the price tag. Just over $5,000 to redesign the entire downtown? Sign me up!

“The Dirt Slinging Will Begin Soon”

J.H. Kerr, who has contracted with the State Highway Commission to build a piece of permanent road down through Main Street of the village for some $5,300 — a mile and an eighth — has arrived in town and it is expected that work will be commenced at once.

Owing to the fact that the details of the construction are hard to get at, these being under the supervision of the state rather than of the town authorities, all sorts of rumors are afloat and the citizens are getting wrought up, some perhaps with reason and others needlessly.

The News has not been able to get hold of the specifications as yet, but is still living in hopes.

It is certain, however, on the author of Mr. Smiley, the engineer representing the state highway department, that no concern need be entertained as to the grade of the road. This, he informs us, will in all cases, as nearly as possible, conform with the grade of the sidewalk. There are places where it is regrettable that the sidewalk and the buildings adjacent are not higher, but this is something that cannot be remedied now and the road will have to be cut to correspond with the pattern.

There is no uniform width to the road, as near as can be learned. Competent engineers have gone over the ground carefully and have drawn up a set of specifications to conform with the conditions. The crown of the road will be treated to a composition of gravel and marl (See Webster’s). Specimens of the latter dirt from Hoyt’s Hill have been sent to the state department and experiments have been made with this in order to determine the best mixture. This will be the only binder at the present time, as the highway departMUD, Page 7B

Letters

Unlike someone who walks, almost daily, on North High Street on the wrong side of the road for exercise, this gentleman clearly was intelligent and explained that all building codes and other rules and regulations would be followed. He also said he has built other similar compounds in Maine, which are operating very successfully.

The facility would be manicured, landscaped tastefully, lighted and well planned to become a total asset to the Town of Bridgton and its residents.

Other considerations would be: many new jobs, an asset to the Town of Bridgton; besides the need

Think positive

To The Editor: During a late winter snowstorm, a meeting was called at the home of Doris Kimball on North High Street for concerned residents regarding the proposed construction of the facility (assisted living center) in question. The developer of this seemingly controversial project was invited to talk to us and explain his project.

MORNING MIST on Wood’s Pond as captured in this photo by Suzanne Richard.

Finding new ways to work

The Second Regular Session of the Maine Legislature is also sometimes called the “short session.” This year, that session was cut even shorter by about a month in order to protect the health of our communities and those who work at the State House. On March 17, we passed a supplemental budget that garnered almost unanimous support and made provisions to carry forward any work that was left unfinished until we could reconvene. It is against Maine law for legislators to vote or take official action from home, so before leaving, we passed a set of policies to help Mainers combat COVID-19, including better access to workforce training, pay for the caregiving workforce and expanded access to state unemployment benefits.

Leaving Augusta in mid-March was difficult. There are many bills still in process that are important to Maine, including two I have sponsored, one addressing aging policy changes and one addressing toxic chemicals in community drinking water systems. It is my hope, and I know the hope of many of my colleagues, that we will be able to return to the State House when it is safe to do so and complete that work.

I am glad that committees who have jurisdiction over the areas of state government most greatly impacted by coronavirus will be meeting over the coming weeks to hear from state

From the House

by Jessica Fay Maine State Representative departments, though these are not public hearings or discussions of specific legislation, they are important reminders that even though the Legislature is adjourned, there is still work being done. All of those meetings will be streamed live for the public to hear from the Legislature’s audio system. The committees on which I serve aren’t significantly impacted by the coronavirus response, so while I’m not in Augusta, I am still hard at work for you in other ways.

The challenges of figuring out new communication pathways between the executive and the legislative branches are similar to those that we all face in our work and school lives these days. While we cannot vote on new laws or policies until FINDING NEW WAYS, Page 7B

Birds bring Season of Hope

The news these days is dire, and there are many reasons to feel profound distress. For months, the entire world has been suffering from a pandemic, a virus that has killed many and changed the lives of everyone. As if that were not enough, it is impossible to turn on TV news without seeing horrifying images of violence, as racial and social inequities that have long plagued our country resurface in mass protests, and even riots. In difficult times such as this, people look for ways to help them cope, and one way is to look to nature for inspiration and solace.

We humans wear masks and practice proper social distancing, but in our yard the only mask I have seen was a handsome black one, worn by the male Common Yellowthroat. The birds do not show any signs of caring about human problems, or even knowing about them.

What matters to the birds is that it is almost summer, time for nesting and for feeding growing youngsters.

Catbird starts chatting at 2:18 a.m., in the thick tangle of shrubs outside our bedroom window. It is a happy sound, and even though it interrupts my sleep I am glad to hear it. I drift off to sleep again, but at 6 a.m., he is still going at it. What is he saying, and to whom? The for caring of elderly people in need of such care, as well will be offered. I personally looked into another place to live my final days and was told that there was a waiting list of one to three years to enter.

Now is the time and opportunity to become enviable for all Bridgton residents. Be sure and cast your ballot in favor of this needed project of assisted living and other amenities.

Thank you for your “Yes” vote of Article 12.

Gloria Berry Bridgton

Vote Yes on Q.1

To The Editor: According to the American Library Association, nearly 33 million U.S. households do not use the internet at home. Eighty-five thousand Mainers do not have access to high-speed internet.

It is nearly impossible, even pre-COVID-19, to be able to do business, stay in touch with family and friends, and access digital materials without reliable high-speed internet access.

Now, with physical access limited, the ability to utilize online resources is even TIMELY PAIRING of a pink Lady Slipper and more critical. Many doctor’s Swallowtail butterfly was photographed during a forest visits are primarily or only telehealth for the foreseeable walk in Denmark. (Photo by Suzanne Richard) future. Students, too, have

become suddenly dependent on the internet for not just a portion of their learning, but for all of it. Many workers have been asked to work remotely, and access to internet allows them to do their jobs efficiently and well.

For all these reasons and more, investing in a better high-speed internet infrastructure makes sense.

Moreover, many people need internet access to apply for jobs or file for unemployment. A few years ago, I helped a man apply for a dishwashing position online.

The application was solely and exclusively available online. He came to the library because he didn’t have access at home.

I encourage voters to vote “Yes” on Question #1.

Jennifer Dupree Harrison

Change occurs

To The Editor: In Letters to the Editor last week, Dot Kimball and Mary Shorey make passionate pleas for the status quo of a section of North High Street that is being considered for an exciting project for senior care for the Bridgton area. I could place myself back in the 1950s as I wandered in the field of my grandfather’s and grandmother’s property looking across the street toward

Bird Watch

by Jean Preis BN Columnist

Phoebes have been quite vocal, too, flying around the yard calling FEE-bee! FEE-bee! We know of at least two Phoebe nests on our property: one stuck onto a narrow ledge above the cottage window, and the other somewhere out of sight under the screened porch of our house. The male in charge of the nest under the porch defends his territory aggressively by flying from one perch to another and calling loudly. He has even usurped the summit of the big erratic boulder that is usually claimed by the chipmunks, and he thinks he owns all the branches of the dogwood tree, as well as the tops of the big rocks at the edge of that lawn.

BIRDS, Page 4B Highland Lake to the stately pines that had been standing since the beginning of the century. And, lo and behold, they were cut, the lots cleared and five houses were constructed, much closer to Highland Lake than the proposed Assisted Care Facility.

But, the residents of that time adjusted and accepted the change.

Change does occur as time moves on. Question #12 asks for “Assisted Living Facilities” to be added to the DVN District. Approval of this question would add but one more use to the list in the district in which now lists the following as allowed uses: Accessory Structure Agriculture, NonCommercial, Aquaculture, Bed and Breakfast/ Small Inn, Boarding House, Community Garden Dwelling, Above Commercial Dwelling, Attached In-law Apartment Dwelling, Detached In-law Apartment Dwelling, Multifamily Dwelling, SingleFamily Dwelling, TwoFamily Essential Services, Forestry Management Activities, Group Home (Small), Home Occupation, Medical Marijuana Registered Caregiver Park and Recreational Services, Public Building, Public Open Space, Religious Assembly and Retail Business (Small).

This list allows for 15 uses which are nonresiden-

tial and four that are residential. The acreage of this property gives rise to the consideration of a housing development if not used for another purpose in order to maximize the use of the land. Given that 20,000 square feet is the required minimum for a residential lot in this zone, six to 10 homes could be sited on the piece. I personally believe that this would look much more out of place on this property than the proposed Assisted Care Facility.

Mary Shorey states in her letter that a small brook drains from that area to the lake. There presently are two road culverts crossing Route 302 from the property; one at the west side of the property, which drains between the properties of George Kimball and Dot Kimball and this morning, June 8, it was at a slight trickle.

The other culvert is on the east side of the property and either goes into a drain bed or exits underground behind the Shorey property. It was but a trickle (on June 8) as well. There is no surface running water on the property that one could call a brook.

A water-shed map in the Town Office was checked and there is a 473 square foot “body” of water shown (this would be the equivalent the size of 20’ x 24’) toward the back of the lot. I located LETTERS, Page 4B

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Legals Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES Annual Town Meeting June 25, 2020 at 6 p.m.

The Naples Annual Town Meeting will be held at Lake Region High School’s Gymnasium, located at 1877 Roosevelt Trail, on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 6 p.m.

Copies of the warrant and proposed ordinances will be available at the meeting. You may obtain copies in advance at townofnaples.org/notices or by scheduling an appointment to pick them up at the Town Office (Call 207-693-6364).

The safety of all is our priority. This meeting will be conducted with adequate space for safe distancing. Masks will be required.

Please park in front of the High School and use the front entrance. All other entrances will be locked.

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(Continued from Page 3B) today, June 8, on the lot what may be the referenced body of water which is very shallow, 12-inches or less.

There is no evident run out that might be construed as a brook.

The Bridgton Planning Board has demonstrated its commitment to water quality and I am sure that in the review of this application, the run-off concerns will be addressed to protect Highland Lake as was hopefully done when the five houses across the street were erected not too distant from the shore of Highland Lake.

My grandparents, Rue L. and Grace Warren, pur-

chased this property in 1930 and raised milk cows, beef cattle, chickens and turkeys, and a variety of vegetables; much of their production was sold in Warren’s Market. I retained the open field upon Gram’s death in 1989 for sentimental reasons. It is not without sadness that I and my family consider this opportunity; but, change does happen and I think of no better tribute to their memory than to see this facility approved for development on or close to where their small apple orchard stood.

I commend the developer for sharing and promoting this project as it provides Bridgton citizens with an opportunity to know what is proposed. I urge a “YES” vote on this exciting project

Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES

3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

Planning Board Meeting

INVITATION TO BID SEPTIC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT BRIDGTON, MAINE The Town of Bridgton is accepting bids from contractors to furnish materials and replace one septic system in Bridgton. A portion of the work will be funded by the DEP Small Community Grant Program and the work will be subject to special requirements of the DEP. The replacement will be awarded by one total bid contract.

Bid Documents may be obtained at the Bridgton Municipal building from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. A pre-bid meeting to inspect the site will be conducted on July 1, 2020.

Bidders must have a minimum three years’ experience in septic system installation. (Or pre-qualify at the Town of Bridgton prior to bidding).

Sealed bids marked “Town of Bridgton Septic System Bids” must be submitted at the municipal building by 4 p.m. by July 10, 2020, at which time they will be opened. The town reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. For more information please look on the Town of Bridgton website or call Code Enforcement Officer Brenda Day at 803-9963.

PUBLIC NOTICE

MAINE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 61 INVITATION TO BID

GROUNDS EQUIPMENT BID BID NO. 6.18.20

Maine School Administrative District No. 61 is accepting bids from qualified vendors for purchase of grounds equipment as follows, one (1) 2020 commercial tractor with front bucket loader, hard cab, and snow blower attachments.

Bids shall include all setup and delivery costs, all warranties, the make and model including year, manufacturer information, specification sheets and include an approximate date of delivery.

Sealed bids will be accepted at the Superintendent’s Office, 900 Portland Road, Bridgton, ME 04009 until 2 p.m. on June 18, 2020, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Grounds Equipment Bid” in the lower left-hand corner. Bids received after 2 p.m. on June 18, 2020 and bids received by e-mail or facsimile will not be accepted.

Please contact Andy Madura, Facilities Director at (207) 693-4635 with any questions regarding this bid.

The Board of Directors of Maine School Administrative District No. 61 reserves the right to waive all informalities, to reject any or all nonconforming or conditional proposals, and to accept any bid or reject any bid (or part thereof) should it be deemed in its best interest to do so.

It is the intent of the Board to award bids subject to budget approval and authorization.

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The Planning Board will hold a meeting on June 16, 2020 at 7:00 pm at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. A sketch plan for a Change of Use submitted by Wendy Aronsson for Property found on Tax Map U26, Lot 5 previously known as the Naples Golf Course Back 9 for a proposed outdoor flea market.

2. An application for a Final Major Site Plan Review submitted by Soltage, LLC for Property found on Tax Map U04, Lot 2 known as 86 Casco Road for a proposed ground-mount solar photovoltaic development.

3. An application for a Final Major Site Plan Review submitted by ISM Solar Development for property found on Tax Map R12, Lot 41 located at 30 River Road for a proposed solar array.

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

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PUBLIC NOTICE

MAINE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 61 INVITATION TO BID

CARPET/TILE BID BID No. CARPET/TILE 6/20

Maine School Administrative District No. 61 is inviting bids for the installation of Carpeting, Ceramic Tile, VCT Tile and Cove Base at schools throughout the Lake Region School District. Bid packets, including specifications are available upon request by contacting Roxanne Gagne at 207-647-3048 X525.

Sealed bids will be accepted at the Superintendent’s Office, ATTN: Carpet/Tile Bid, M.S.A.D. #61, 900 Portland Road, Bridgton, ME 04009, until 1:30 p.m. on June 18, 2020, at which time and place they will be opened and read aloud. Bids sent by facsimile or e-mail and bids received after 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2020 will not be accepted. Bids must be in a sealed envelope marked CARPET/TILE Bid No. 6/20 in the lower left hand corner.

Interested bidders may arrange to inspect and measure the specific areas by contacting Mr. Andy Madura, Facilities Director, at (207) 693-4635 or (207) 415-2293.

Bidders will be held responsible for accurate measures, therefore, we strongly recommend that each bidder perform a site visit to verify measurements and become familiar with the scope of work.

Bidders may submit proposals differing from the specifications as an alternative proposal; such proposals must be clearly identified as alternatives and must be accompanied by detailed supporting information.

The Board of Directors of Maine School Administrative District No. 61 reserves the right to waive all informalities, to reject any or all non-conforming or conditional proposals, and to accept any bid or reject any bid (or part thereof) should it be deemed in its best interests to do so. It is the intent of the Board to award bids subject to budget approval and authorization.

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meets every U.S. constitutional test, among them “one person, one vote.”

The ultimate goal of opponents of ranked choice voting, sometimes called “instant runoff” voting, is to eliminate it entirely starting with the 2020 presidential election. They fear it will become a firmly entrenched form of voting and will spread to other states.

If approached by a signature collector, decline to sign!

To The Editor: Sally Chappell Five and a half years ago Bridgton on Aug. 25, 2014, I started to work at The Bridgton News. I came out of retirement to go back into a business that was right up my alley. During my time at the BNews, I met some of the fin- To The Editor: est people in different types So, how many days have of businesses. All my cus- we been living in an expert/ tomers in Bridgton, Naples, science-driven world under Casco, Raymond, Windham, the collective “wisdom” of Harrison, Norway, Paris and Mills and Dr. Shah? Answer, Oxford were friendly and I too many. will miss them.

It’s too bad nobody My thanks to Wayne thought to ask when our first Rivet and the BNews staff, expert (Dr. Fauci) was anointwho were fun to work with, ed how does one become an for their guidance to make a expert on something heretogreat paper. When I got laid fore unknown. It’s also unoff on March 22, it gave me fortunate we did not demand more time to appreciate how early on to know the science life has its ups and downs. of their demands to stay six We deal with it and move feet apart as opposed to five on to the next challenge. I or why crowds of 50 are okay want to wish the BNews all but not 60. Had we then disthe success now that they are covered there was none, all reopening for business. I’d of the ensuing economic caalso encourage all the busi- tastrophe and assault on our nesses to support this news- constitutional liberties would paper that’s been in business have been avoided. now for 150 years.

We have been sold that this Grateful, virus is extraordinarily lethal Ken Murphy and therefore extra constituBridgton tional measures and economic destruction must ensue. So, what do the numbers actually show? As of Friday, June 5, the death rate from COVID-19 in Maine is .00007. Put another way, the odds of you To The Editor: As June 15, approach- not dying from COVID-19 is. es, opponents of Ranked 99993. Actually, for most of Choice Voting (RCV) are us, our chances are even bettrying to obtain 63,067 valid ter if you’re not over 80, have signatures that would pre- no co-morbidity factors, and vent RCV for president in are not in a nursing home. As the upcoming 2020 election a matter of fact, if you’re unand would put a question on der 50, your chance of being the ballot that would repeal here is one hundred percent.

RCV in presidential prima- Ninety-eight percent of deaths ries and general elections. fall under the over 80 etc. catIf approached by a signature egory. The actual death rate even among that category may collector, decline to sign.

Ranked Choice Voting be lower as the government has been approved twice has incentivized reporting in the last four years by COVID-19 as the cause even Maine voters and once in if it not the primary cause.

What needs to happen is the Maine Legislature. State for (Gov.) Mills to immediateand federal courts have supported RCV. It is simple, fair ly lift each ridiculous restricand easy. With RCV, we can tion for all of us, and to sugavoid voting for the lesser gest that the small percentage of two evils; we can avoid of aged or infirm people take electing a candidate that is precautions as they deem necopposed by a majority of the essary.

So, those are the numbers people. If approached by a behind Mills denying you the signature collector, decline right to work, go to a sportto sign.

Opponents of RCV have ing event, or enjoy a meal in confused voters by saying a restaurant. You should bear that “one person, one vote” in mind who your tormentors should be protected. RCV are when you enter the voting does not result in voters booths in November to ensure being able to have more than this gross abuse of power, and one vote. We simply rank denial to you to pursue life, our choices with our favorite liberty and happiness never candidate first followed by happens again.

Don Vose others we can support. RCV Naples allows the option of voting for only one candidate. RCV LETTERS , Page 5B and resource for our seniors and others who may suffer from early dementia or need assisted care.

Vote “YES” on Question #12.

William Warren Gorham and Bridgton

Thank you BN

Experts + science = ?

Support RCV

This week’s puzzle theme:

Father’s Day

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21. *a.k.a. Father of the Constitution 23. Have a cold, e.g.

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53. Popular form of communication 55. Part of a match 57. *Christopher Robin’s

father 61. *Father known as “oneshot” Finch 65. Largest deer 66. *Richard Bobbsey’s offspring 68. Precedes desist 69. Cuckoo 70. Friedrich Schiller’s “___ to Joy” 71. Personnel person 72. Job for a body shop 73. Parent’s order 74. Wrestling’s ___ the Giant DOWN 1. It’s equivalent to pain?

2. Sound mind, ____ body 3. Not of the cloth 4. Japanese port 5. Jelly ingredient 6. High school club 7. *Boy’s father in “The Road” 8. Recurring melody 9. Shoshonean people 10. Without further ____, pl.

11. 1920s art style 12. *John-John’s father 15. Cow’s favorite grass?

20. Homer’s classic 22. Pleasurable interjection 24. Adrian Brody in 2002 film 25. *Wednesday’s father 26. Dodge

27. Compare 29. *Antithesis to Mufasa 31. Liberal pursuits 32. Don Giovanni and such 33. Echo sounder output 34. *a.k.a. the father of modern economics 36. “Indecent Proposal” star Moore

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62. *Popular Father’s Day greeting 63. Olympic cast-out 64. Bone-dry 67. Commotion

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Obituaries

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Voters’ voice

To The Editor: “We, the people of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, ….” President Trump is not forming a perfect union, he is destroying it. The man is a pathological liar, (defined as “a person who tells lies frequently with no rational motive for doing so”). Trump proved the fact that he is a pathological liar around the first two weeks of his admin-

istration when he told two irrational lies: that President Obama was not born in the United States and second, that his (Trump’s) inaugural crowd was larger than President Obama’s. Ever since, the lies have multiplied like fruit flies. On Feb. 13, 2020 Sean Hannity had House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on his show and they both insisted that President Trump was trying hard to “restore the rule of law” in the United States. It was Joseph Goebbels, Reich Minister of Propaganda for Nazi Germany who famously said, “If you tell a lie big enough and keep repeating it, people will eventually come to believe it.”

Dean N. Berry FRYEBURG — On the morning of May 13, 2020, Dean Nelson Berry, 78, passed away at his home with his family by his side after a heroic battle with cancer.

Born on April 17, 1942 in Bridgton, Maine, he was the son of Howard E. Berry Sr. and Mamie (Barnes) Berry.

Dean attended school in Bridgton where he was an avid football player. He continued to enjoy the sport throughout his life.

Dean was a longtime employee of The Bridgton Knitting Mill before moving onto a career in designing shoe molds at JV Components in Conway, N.H., and Mold Flare in Fryeburg, Maine. For the past thirteen years he was a dedicated limousine driver for Sutton Limousine in North Conway, N.H. As a self-taught artist, Dean enjoyed drawing, designing, and building wood projects. He loved and owned antique cars, enjoyed car shows, and going on long rides with his family. Birds and birdhouses were one of his favorite past times.

Dean was loyal and hardworking and always made it a point to keep in touch with longtime friends. Most of all, Dean was known for his sense of humor.

Family was Dean’s priority. Selfless and caring, he was always involved and present, putting their needs first. He was proud to be “Papa,” always extremely involved in all of his grandchildren’s lives.

Dean is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary, and his children; daughter Constance (Berry) Riley, husband Robert and son Nicolas; daughter Christy Berry and children Nora and Natalie Berry; son Matthew Berry and his son Gavin Berry; niece Nicole Walls. husband Ryan and children Liam, Finn, and Jude; nephew James Castrello and children Gianni and Gage; siblings Peter Berry, Stephen Berry and wife Barbara, Linda Berry, Anne Hatch and husband Robert, Sally Perrino and husband Ralph, Nona Gilman and husband Barry, and Mary Lee Earl and husband George; and sisters-in-law Sandra Berry and Donna Berry, as well as many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by brothers Phillip (Chuck) Berry and Howard (Sonny) Berry and sister-in-law Jane Berry. He will be greatly missed by everyone.

Donations in his memory can be made to: Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation ( jensfriends.org/), P.O. Box 1842, North Conway, NH 03860.

Memorial Services will be held and announced on a later date.

Arrangements are with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg, Maine.

Online condolences can be shared with his family at woodfuneralhome.com/

David L. Thompson RAYMOND — David Lloyd Thompson, 69, of Raymond passed away on April 1, 2020 with his loving wife at his side.

He was born on March 28, 1951 in Portland, the son of Eleanor Jean Thompson and the late Lloyd Thompson.

He was born into a military family and was raised in many different places in the United States and around the world.

Growing up, he spent several years in Spain and Bermuda, where he graduated from Kingsley Air Force High School in 1969.

David enlisted in the United States Army on Sept. 11, 1970 at the height of the Vietnam War. He spent four years active duty before earning on honorable discharge and eventually returning home to Maine. David met his wife, Cathleen, in 1978 in Portland and they were married on July 16, 1982. They spent the next 38 years raising a family and remained unconditionally devoted to one another. They lived in Naples for most of those 40 years, but eventually settled on a piece of property in Raymond.

David was an independent business owner, which allowed him to live life by his own set of rules. His life’s passion was found in his family and his children: Sean, Alec and Jamie Thompson. He was a dedicated and loving father and grandfather. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He enjoyed spending time with his boys, partaking in outside activities such as fishing and camping.

He especially enjoyed taking his boys on camping trips to Acadia National Park. He was loved in the Naples community as an exceptional Little League baseball coach and was very active within the league. His boys would be hard pressed to remember a practice or game that he missed.

David spent much of his leisure time at a small family-owned beach on Raymond Pond. He was often found atop his 1950s era Farmall tractor, working on the beach or around the camp that his grandfather had built when he was a child. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and gave back to the veteran community as a member of the Patriot Guard motorcycle club. David was also known to swing a few golf clubs from time to time and was excellent at casting a fly line.

His life will forever be cherished in the lives of his family.

David is survived by his wife, Cathleen; his mother, Eleanor Thompson of Raymond; three sons: Sean Thompson of Scarborough, Alec Thompson of Buxton and Jamie Thompson of Bridgton; and two grandsons.

A memorial graveside service at the Raymond Hill Cemetery with military honors recognizing David’s service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2020. Arrangements are in the care of Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco.

Please share your condolences, tributes and kind words at www. hallfuneralhome.net.

President Trump is using this modus operandi to take the United States down the road to an autocratic government, (defined as government in which one person has uncontrolled or unlimited authority over others). Is there any doubt that current events and the possible re-election of Trump in 2020 shows us exactly what road we are on?

I urgently petition all my fellow Independent voters to rise up, speak out and vote Trump out of office.

“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing,” — Edmund Burke.

Thank you, Joseph W. Angelo Bridgton LETTERS, Page 7B

Kathleen Mathews Kathleen Mathews, 70 of Denmark, Maine died Friday April 24, 2020 at Maine Medical Center after a short illness.

Born in Rochester, N.Y., in 1950, she attended Alfred State College in New York.

Kathleen worked at Kodak Company in Rochester, N.Y. as a legal secretary for several years.

After moving to Denmark Maine, she spent many years as a book keeper and secretary for some of the local businesses before starting her own small business service out of her home.

She is survived by her husband John Mathews, son Adrian Mathews, daughter Aleah Martinho, son-in-law Kevin Martinho, four grandchildren and two loving sisters, Lavonne Woodworth and Mary Chris Pratt.

To share memories of Kathleen or to leave the family an online condolence please visit, www.coastalcremationservices.com

Richard J. Perry Sr. Richard Johnson Perry Sr., 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 27, 2020, at his home in San Miguel, Calif.

Richard was born in Bridgton, Maine, on May 12, 1938. Joined the U.S. Army Airborne in 1955 and was stationed in Germany from 1956 to 1958.

Richard was married to Cordelia L. Perry (Corri Goodwin) and they were together for 37 years and married in 1988 in Ventura, Calif.

Richard is survived by his devoted and loving wife Cordelia L. Perry (Corri Goodwin), his three children, Richard J. Perry Jr., Kathy L. Perry, and Branden W. Perry; his eight grandchildren, Shaina Perry, Logan Steiner, Teekona Steiner, Tia Harvison (Steiner), Seth Steiner, Riley Perry, Aidan Perry and Colton Perry; his three great-grandchildren, Lillianna, Jonah and Kaspen; his sister Dorothy Bettina Baker (Perry); his many nieces and nephews and several cousins.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Johnson Ora Perry (Jack) and Karline Helen Perry (Chadbourne); his first wife Virginia Huntington and mother of his first two children; his brothers James Edward Perry (Jimmy), John Raymond Perry, Robert Otis Perry (Bobby) as well as his sister Sharon Kay Reese (Perry).

Richard requested no funeral services. He is being cremated at Blue Sky Cremation Service in Morro Bay, Calif.

Ed W. Casey Ed W. Casey, 66, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died Friday, June 5, 2020, from a one and one-half year fight with brain cancer. He was born on November 14, 1953 in Elkhart, Indiana, to the late Martha Ann (Cupp) Casey and Curtis Leon Casey. He was also preceded in death by his brother Butch Casey. He married Donna Morrilly on October 10, 2015, in Ocean Isle Beach, N.C. Ed graduated from Elkhart High School in 1972. He lived in Casco, Maine for many years where he raised his two sons. Ed retired from Texas Instruments in South Portland, Maine, in February 2015, before moving to North Carolina.

As a proud parent, Ed was extremely supportive and passionate for his sons’ sporting events and could always be seen on the sidelines cheering them on. Ed spent a lot of time with his family on Moosehead Lake in Maine where they had a summer cabin.

Ed had a passion for woodworking. He enjoyed making handcrafted, one-of-a-kind frames from high-quality reclaimed wood. Ed also loved to travel, including a monthlong cross-country road trip with his wife Donna in the fall of 2017. He enjoyed spending time with family, golfing, kayaking, and listening to James Taylor’s music.

Ed leaves his wife, Donna Morrilly Casey; son, Thadeus Casey of Malta, N.Y., his wife Rebecca and grandchildren Collin and Isabelle; son, Dan Casey of Standish, Maine, his wife Kara and grandchildren Lilyanna and Quinn; sister, Charlotte DeFreese and her husband Richard DeFreese; brothers, Craig Casey and wife Tammy of Piesz, Minn., and Jeff Casey and husband Kevin Bellamy of Hammond, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held with close friends and family in Maine at a later date to be determined.

Memorials may be made to The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke University, DUMC, Box 3624, Durham, NC 27710 or Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 2840l.

Online condolences can be made at www.brunswickfuneralservice.com

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Melva H. Gray Melva Hale (Downing) Gray, 86, of Harrison, Maine (formerly of Waltham, Mass., and Park City Davie, Fla.) passed away on June 6, 2020, in her home surrounded by her three children and daughter-in-law.

Melva was born on December 28, 1933, in Waltham, Mass., to the late Melvin and Alice Downing (Everett). She grew up in Waltham and graduated from Waltham High School in 1951. Melva married Clarence Gray from Kemptville, Nova Scotia, in 1954. The couple worked and raised their family in Waltham, Mass. During retirement, the couple summered in Harrison, and wintered in Park City Davie, Fla. Melva began her career at the Waltham Savings Bank and after having her children, she was a secretary within the Waltham School Department for many years until her retirement in 1988.

Melva’s life was enriched by the many close relationships she had with her family, cousins, and friends in Waltham, Maine, and later Florida. She had a genuine interest in others, always inquiring about their lives, and always remembering every detail.

Melva is survived by her husband Clarence Gray and their three children: Lorna (David) Holmes, Douglas (Deborah) Gray, and Martha (William) Kopaciewicz. She leaves behind her eight grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Mary Alyce Handrahan of Framingham, Mass., along with nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service in the Harrison, Maine, area will soon be announced pending review of the COVID-19 assembling restrictions. Melva will be later laid to rest in a family lot at the Mount Feake Cemetery in Waltham, Mass.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Melva’s memory payable to Town of Harrison – Melva Gray. Mail to: Town of Harrison Senior Rec Activities, PO Box 300,Harrison, ME 04040.

Dorothy A. Mattson Dorothy A. Mattson, 92, passed away in the Ellis Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Norwood, Mass., on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Born in Worcester, Mass., on June 20, 1927, she was the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Tinsley) Walsh.

She was raised in Norwood, Mass., and graduated from Norwood High School with the Class of 1945. Following her graduation, Dorothy took a position with Bird and Son in East Walpole, working as an office clerk.

Dorothy married her beloved husband, Fred Carl Mattson, on June 18, 1949 in Saint Catherine’s Church in Norwood.

The young couple made their home together in Walpole, where Dorothy took on the role of a homemaker, raising and caring for her three children, Patricia, John, and Susan.

Dorothy always put her family first throughout her life. She looked forward to hosting Sunday family dinners, where she could showcase her delicious apple pie. In 1987, Dorothy and Fred left their Walpole home, settling in the town of Denmark, Maine, where they enjoyed many years together.

Beloved wife of the late Fred Carl Mattson.

Loving mother of Patricia A. Baltadonis and her husband, Charles, of Norwood, John W. “Jack” Mattson and his wife, Mary, of Walpole, and Susan M. Khiel and her husband, John, of Denmark, Maine.

Cherished nana of Kristin Baltadonis of Morristown, N.J., Stephanie Baltadonis of Somersworth, N.H., Derek Mattson of Medford, and Kimberly Clegg and her husband, Tyler, of Franklin; and great-nana of Ava Clegg and Aubrie Clegg.

Sister of Margaret Daniels of Norwood, Jane T. Gulla of Walpole, and the late William J. Walsh Jr. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

As a result of the ongoing and ever-developing health crisis in the world and with genuine concern for the people whom they love, Dorothy’s family has decided that her funeral services will be private. A Celebration of Life will be held when we return to calmer and healthier times so that we may gather without boundaries to honor, remember, and celebrate her life. Interment will take place in Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452. Arrangements by James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home, Walpole.

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Small businesses deserve better — not disappointment

When the coronavirus pandemic began, we all took steps to slow the spread of the virus. Many employees transitioned to remote work, schools and daycares closed down, and large gatherings were cancelled. Many restaurants and other small businesses were asked to close or significantly alter their operations for the sake of protecting public health. Staff were laid off, and while some financial support was available to small businesses and their employees, it hasn’t always been easy to come by, and in many cases, it has not been enough for them to remain open.

These steps were necessary, and I think most business owners and workers understood why they were being taken.

But, what is also necessary is a clear and well-thought-out plan for allowing them to reopen — one that protects public health while giving businesses enough lead time to make the appropriate planning, purchasing and other logistical accommodations in order to safely reopen. The current reopening plan does not do this. Our small businesses — and their employees — deserve better.

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by Bill Diamond Maine State Senator I was encouraged when I first learned of Governor Janet Mills’ reopening plan, as it set at least a tentative timeline for businesses to begin to plan their reopening. The administration made it clear the plan was subject to change depending on the reality of the outbreak in Maine, and they expressed that they were open to adjustments to the plan if it was demonstrated that certain businesses or areas could reopen safely.

Not long after the announcement of this plan, the admin-

istration announced that they would allow restaurants and retail stores in certain rural counties where coronavirus had not spread in the community to reopen ahead of schedule.

While I was pleased to see this accommodation being made, I was disappointed that businesses in rural towns located in Cumberland, York, Penobscot and Androscoggin counties were not given this same opportunity, even though the outbreak is undoubtedly less severe in these towns than it is in the more populated parts of these counties. I expressed this concern to Gov. Mills directly, but to date she has not made any accommodations for small businesses in these more rural towns.

Nonetheless, restaurants in Cumberland County had been scheduled to reopen for dine-in service on June 1, so at least initially, they would only be a few weeks behind their counterparts in more rural counties. That was, until last week when, five days before this scheduled reopening, Gov. Mills announced that restaurants in Cumberland, York SMALL BUSINESSES, Page 7B

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(Continued from Page 3B) Next door, Bluebirds have taken up residence in our neighbor’s nest box, and sometimes the colorful male Bluebird visits our seed feeder. On the lake, we have seen a pair of Loons swimming close to shore. Shouldn’t one of them be on the nest incubating eggs, rather than swimming around with its mate? Maybe this pair is not able to nest this year. A couple of days ago my husband watched a female Merganser in the cove. Half a dozen of her tiny offspring pressed tightly against her, paddling as fast as their little feet could go.

Last week, we had to rescue a young White-Breasted Nuthatch, who fell from somewhere high up and landed with a bounce on the cottage roof. Luckily, a man was working on that roof just then, and told us about it.

After he handed the little bird down to us, we tried to prop it up on a small branch of a sapling, where it could lean against the trunk for balance. Some of the little critter’s outer contour feathers had already grown in, but it still had no tail. There is limited room in a nest for long tails, so nestlings grow their tail later, rather than earlier, in their development. It must have been exhausted because its eyes kept closing, and every time it started drifting off it tilted forward precariously on the branch. The poor little bird was too young to perch on the branch, so we phoned our local licensed wild bird rehabilitator and took the bird to her. Whitebreasted Nuthatches are cavity nesters, so later, we looked for the nest hole and spotted it in the trunk of a tall oak tree, high above the roof where the bird had landed.

We humans have reasons to feel distressed, but all around us the natural world is bursting with life. Spring is turning to summer, a season of renewal, of growth, and of hope.

Finding new ways to work

(Continued from Page 3B) we are called back into session, we can certainly be a part of the decision-making process. You elected me to be your voice and to make sure you were heard on statewide discussions, and I do not take that lightly.

An important part of what a state representative does is being a connecting point for information from the state to local communities and communicating to the state from local communities about the situation on the ground. This is often called constituent services.

One of the most important ways I spend my days is by helping people in the District navigate some of the hardships created by COVID-19. I have been helping frustrated people access unemployment benefits, apply for small business loans, figure out how to follow or get clarification on state reopening guidelines, access available social services and stay in touch with their communities.

Like many of you I am also attending the ubiquitous Zoom meetings that have taken the place of day-to-day professional interaction. I continue to work on the issues that I was working on before we adjourned, like the caregiving workforce shortage. That has become even more critical since direct care workers are caring for those who are most at risk for coronavirus and need access to PPE and hazard pay.

Members of the Legislature are still at work, and even though the work isn’t as high profile as lawmaking, it is still an important part of the job. Please reach out if you have ideas for Maine’s reopening or if there is anything I can help you with.

State Representative Jessica Fay is serving her second term in the Maine Legislature and represents parts of BLAST OF RAIN pours off the top of a barn off Casco, Poland and Raymond. She serves on the Legislature’s Sweden Road. Mother Nature provided the area with a Environment and Natural Resources Committee and the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Committee. much-needed downpour over the weekend.

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A good opportunity

To The Editor: Here we go again.

Another new business opportunity for Bridgton facing opposition because it’s in a “neighborhood” and might leave parking lot lights on. This time, it’s a senior living facility that would be located just short of Venezia Restaurant as you leave “town” on State Route 302.

I understand the concern that an adjacent homeowner might have when wondering what this new neighbor might look like. That said, the location is not “Kennard Street” or any other defined neighborhood. It will be located just short of where Route 302 changes from a 35-mph speed limit to a 50mph speed limit. The property may or may not have a small brook on it that flows toward the lake that is quite a distance away. But any chance for pollution is pure

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(Continued from Page 3B) ment advises not putting anything more permanent than this on the surface of the road at the present. Later on, if thought advisable, a macadam binder or something of that sort, will be spread over the surfaces of the crown of the road. The voters, who are paying for this road, will probably demand this, as it is their understanding that that is what they bargained for and the “goods must be delivered.”

The work will probably begin on the High Street end and work down. After Highland Avenue is reached, a detour will be possible most

orders, made renovations, arrangements with staff and other investments and accommodations in anticipation of reopening. Pulling the rug out from under them now is disastrous, and means much of that time, money and energy may go to waste.

Going forward, I am joining many of my colleagues in the Legislature in calling for more legislative input on reopening decisions. Most of us are in constant contact with businesses and workers in our communities and are keenly aware of the challenges they are facing. We should be consulted on these decisions.

I am also calling for businesses to be reimbursed for expenses incurred in anticipation of reopening on June 1. While restaurants can sell food to the Department of Corrections, that is not going to make up for all the money they spent.

If you have any questions or concerns, you can e-mail speculation and just another State Senator Diamond at diamondhollyd@aol.com or call “throw it against the wall to his office at 287-1515. see if it will stick” reason to oppose the proposed facility.

As for increased traffic problems, there should be next to none. US 302 is a major East-West highway, after all.

Those of us living on North High Street (Route …or home away from home on this 302) have been left out of private lot. Located near Shawnee the town’s plan for the new Peak, downtown Bridgton and the sewer system even though ITS snowmobile trail there is always we’re in the 25-mph zone something to do! Part of the Frost in town that ends just after Farm Road Association with the Taylor Town Road. With electricity at street. $30,000 more new, low-impact businesses like the senior living The A Team Elite® – William Raveis Real Estate facility coming to this part 840 Roosevelt Trail • Windham, Maine of Route 302, maybe we can Ashley 207.595.0427 • Alicia 207.890.7425 • Ramsey 207.776.3757 finally get the same considIndependently-owned and operated eration that the town gave to the Portland side of town and have the new sewer system go by us, as well.

One last thought for now: this proposed senior living facility could mean that older Bridgton citizens would be able to spend their later years living here even as they face failing health.

What a blessing to have a place here, near family and friends instead of some “home” who knows where.

Jonathan Morrell North High Street Bridgton

(Continued from Page 6B) and Androscoggin counties would not be allowed to open for indoor dining at that time, and instead would only be able to offer outdoor dining. While I don’t doubt this decision was made based on the best available evidence about the spread of coronavirus in Maine, it was not made with adequate consideration for its impact on the restaurants themselves. The timing and lack of notice was particularly damaging.

Let me be clear: The Mills administration did not consult me, or any other lawmaker in making this decision. I don’t know what businesses or industry groups the administration spoke to before making this call, but if they had talked to the ones I’ve been speaking with, they would have heard that many had already placed significant food and supply

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The reason for not putting a more permanent binder on this road at this time is because of the fact that it, being a green road, will settle more or less, no matter how hard it is rolled.

The contract price is $5,300 for the road and there is available for the work about $6000.26. This will leave a surplus of some $700, which will amply take care of this matter another year.

Till next time!

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(Continued from Page 7B) Arnold, whom I believe was also a ‘first son.’ I now have MY first so, (Roland IV and my first grandson, Roland V).”

Arnold ended up in Massachusetts, and Roland thinks he passed away in the early 1950s.

“We have an old photo which we have always believed to be Arnold holding me as a baby,” Roland wrote.

“Ruth is a relative, I think, through marriage to a relative or family member of Arnold.”

Roland would appreciate anyone with information to contact him so he can work on the family tree.

“I have registered my DNA on 23 and Me, and only found many distant relatives but no one close,” he added. “My son has been working on a family tree through Ancestry and same as me, has not located any relatives.”

Anyone who might be able to fill in some of the missing pieces can contact Roland R. Irish III by e-mail at: rr.irish3@gmail.com His address is: 161 Morways Park, Charlestown, NH 03603.

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Hello neighbors!

This is Michael Davis, today writing you as a friend. There’s a lot of bad news in the world right now, with the virus and the lockdown, and here in House 69 candidate this section of Maine, we Michael Davis haven’t escaped it. While of Bridgton we are all doing our best to get by, this lockdown will have a lasting, negative impact on our communities.

I know friends, very dear to me, who are not getting the medical treatment they need, and will not get it for some time to come, because of this lockdown. I’m watching businesses that I grew up with close, some never to return.

Families are moving out, unable to pay their bills without income. And the lines at our foodbanks and community centers have not been longer in my living memory, that is, those centers which are still allowed to be open.

Protecting our community and our way of life is the reason I decided to enter local politics when I announced back in January. For those who missed it then or who don’t follow politics now, I have decided to run for our seat in the state House of Representatives. District 69 comprises Bridgton, Harrison and Denmark — these are towns I grew up in, a section of country I love. And right now, our people are suffering. Talking to folks locally, I’m hearing the same things. We are dissatisfied with having a government that is unaccountable to us. We are dissatisfied with politicians in Augusta who believe they know better than their people, who write laws and make sweeping generalizations which hurt small communities like ours, and ignore our concerns for some cause beyond the interest of the constituents who elected them. This lockdown is a prime example, the CMP corridor is another. It’s the same mindset which once drove Maine’s paper mills to foreign shores, which damages our state’s fishing industry, and which right now is keeping our restaurants and local businesses closed.

I believe in a limited government. I believe we would be better served, right now, had we a government which prioritized saving instead of spending, and which retained its “Rainy Day” fund for times like these, when we’re actually in a storm, instead of raiding it when times were good to further expand its programs.

I’m running a traditional campaign as our Republican candidate, and while many of you know me already, I need to meet each and every one of you. In the next week or so, I will have printed enough campaign literature to begin going door-to-door; this lockdown has delayed much of the early campaign, and I want to ensure that you know who I am and what I stand for when you go to the Primary on July 14, and the General Election in November.

In the meantime, if you want to reach out, contact me by e-mail: DavisForHouse69@gmail.com, or write me at my home address: 12 North High Street, Bridgton, ME 04009. Let’s talk!

Bridgton Police blotter items These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, June 1 8:54 a.m. Officer requested for possible trouble at a local office; Chief Stillman and Officer Hammond responded.

1 p.m. A Wayside Avenue resident requested the removal of a dead fox on the side of the roadway.

The caller contacted multiple agencies, but no one removed the dead animal.

1:27 p.m. Citizen asked to speak with an officer regarding an individual, who is on probation and having personal difficulties.

3:11 p.m. Individual requested to speak with an officer regarding information about “riots” moving away from the cities to smaller communities.

3:35 p.m.

Caller informed police that while waiting in the Main Street construction area to pick up a family member, she was approached by workers and asked to leave. When she did not, the caller said workers sprayed water into her vehicle.

7:11 p.m. Disturbance (tenant allegedly struck by a female) at a Main Street apartment; Sgt. Reese and Officer Muise responded.

8:22 p.m. Welfare check at South Wildmere Acres.

8:47 p.m. Caller informed police of continuing problem of juveniles trespassing and being loud on Church Street.

9:31 p.m. Property check (report of fighting and screaming) on Highland Road; Officer Smolinsky dispatched.

10:19 p.m. Disturbance reported on Pond Road; Officers Smolinsky, Muise and Sgt. Reese responded.

Tuesday, June 2 9:54 a.m. Unemployment fraud complaint made.

11:29 a.m. Citizen dis-

pute at a Main Street location.

12:22 p.m. Speeding complaint (blue Honda) on Cottage Street.

12:55 p.m. Identity theft (via unemployment claim) reported.

3:21 p.m. Welfare check of elderly woman sitting outside of a bank for two hours.

4:04 p.m. Two-vehicle crash on Main Street.

6:05 p.m. Well-being check on North High Street.

Wednesday, June 3 8:06 a.m. Unemployment fraud complaint made.

10:59 a.m. Citizen assist regarding terms of a protection from abuse order.

2:21 p.m. Juvenile problem (tampering with mail) on Pond Road.

6:52 p.m. Disturbance (two adults and a child yelling at each other) on Main Street.

8:26 p.m. Caller voiced concerns about a boat moored off the shore that has slowly been sinking.

Caller did not know who owns the boat.

8:45 p.m. Noise complaint (loud music) on North Bridgton Road.

9:59 p.m. Suspicious circumstance (car speeding and man yelling) on Town Farm Road.

10:43 p.m. Domestic verbal argument on Fish Tale Lane; Officer Regis and Sgt. Jones responded.

Thursday, June 4 8:21 a.m. Car/deer crash with property damage on North High Street.

11:16 a.m. Child custodial issue on Pond Road.

3:04 p.m. Juvenile problem at intersection of Kansas Road and Oak Street.

4:28 p.m. A “for sale” TV stand, placed near North Bridgton Road, was stolen.

7:41 p.m.

Request for radar detail on South Bridgton Road and Camp Pondicherry Road.

11:48 p.m. Agency

assist (Officers Regis and McCloud responding) regarding “intoxicated female” on Beal Lane.

Friday, June 5 12:15 p.m. Speeding complaint on Plummers Landing Road.

1:43 p.m. Citizen assist with prescription drug disposal.

1:55 p.m. Walker on Willis Park Road reported two dogs “came out at him.”

3:47 p.m. Motor vehicle crash at intersection of Willett Road and South High Street; Officers Smolinsky and Hammond responded.

3:56 p.m. Police attempted to locate a vehicle reportedly traveling 20 mph under the posted limit and traveling to the far right of the roadway on South High Street.

9:01 p.m. A subject, wearing all black clothing, reportedly threw rocks at a car and damaged its windshield on Depot Street.

11:55 p.m. Someone in a group (six to eight people) threw an object at a vehicle and broke the windshield while traveling on North Bridgton Road.

Saturday, June 6 12:41 a.m. Noise complaint (loud party) on Knights Hill Road.

10:55 a.m. Civil dispute complaint regarding an

employee taking equipment from a job site because he hadn’t received a paycheck; Officer Hammond responded.

12:49 p.m. Police were informed that a store system update mistakenly sent out a recording to pharmacy customers instructing them to call local law enforcement if they were trying to get a prescription refill or to check an order. Store officials expected the problem to be fixed in a short amount of time.

5:14 p.m. Attempt to locate vehicle reportedly passing in an unsafe way on Portland Road.

5:20 p.m. Motor vehicle collision in the Hannaford parking lot.

7:18 p.m. Report of a lightning strike, splitting a tree on North Bridgton Road.

9:59 p.m. Identity theft complaint on Raspberry Lane.

Sunday, June 7 6:55 a.m. Citizen assist (alleged protection from abuse order violation) on Edgewater Lane; Sgt. Reese and Officer Hammond responded.

10:10 a.m. Out-of-state caller, who has property on Moose Pond, had questions regarding quarantine restrictions.

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