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Planners pass hotel, approval challenge next

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Hotel Bridgton is off the Bridgton Planning Board’s table, gaining final approval Monday after 16 months of presentations, revisions and deliberations.

The next hurdle will be a likely challenge by the Save Kennard Street group, presently represented by Attorney David Lourie. The group has 30 days to file an appeal.

Developer Justin McIver, owner of Main Eco Homes, issued the following statement Tuesday regarding the decision and the process: “It is our firm belief that everyone here in town will stand to benefit from both the project itself and the long-term economic impact that it will have on the community. With years of planning, studying and collaboration behind it, Hotel Bridgton has been meticulously designed with our hometown in mind, and we

are proud to be able to move forward with this endeavor in what we believe could be a major turning point in the social and economic development of the entire region,” he said.

McIver added, “Beyond that, we are also proud of Bridgton for both the suggestions and the scrutiny that the town brought to the planning board with regards to the hotel, as we are convinced that both of these contributed to honing and refining the final plans to the best they possibly could be.”

He also thanked those who supported the plan during the lengthy review process.

“Your dedication and commitment made all the difference at every stage in the process, and we could not have come close to such a quality final product without your input,” McIver said. “We greatly appreciate all of the contributions that so many of you have made,

and future generations will appreciate all of the good that will come to pass thanks to your efforts.”

Final touches With town election looming and a change in the planning board makeup expected (with chairman Steve Collins retiring), planners looked to close out the review process Monday afternoon.

The review of the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, which were enacted upon during two lengthy deliberation sessions last week, were made with planners either accepting the application with conditions discussed (see final list on Page 3A) or a move to reject the project.

Collins noted that the information gathering process closed on May 22, and to accept any new material would only occur if a public hearing was reopened, “which no one has desire to do so,” he noted.

ONE HURDLE CLEARED — The Hotel Bridgton project, proposed by Justin McIver of Main Eco Homes, cleared its first hurdle Monday as the Bridgton Planning Board gave approval, with conditions. A challenge to that approval is expected by the Save Kennard Street group.

Before moving ahead, Collins pointed out that the board had received a request

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additional findings of fact.

“The board is familiar The board had also received with the content and subrebuttal from the develop- stance of correspondences, er’s attorney.

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signed the job contract and will be the replacement for current Casco Town Manager Dave Morton, who is retiring after 42 years.

She said that O’Donnell’s start date is July 8.

The expectation is that O’Donnell will make an appearance and be introduced to residents at the Casco Town Meeting.

(Town meeting occurs on Wednesday night after presstime for The Bridgton News.)

Hancock listed some of the reasons that the board decided to hire O’Donnell.

“She just seems like a good fit. She is upbeat. She has lots of experience,”

Hancock said.

O’Donnell is the town manager of Stockton Springs, a job she has held since Feb. 2017. Prior to that, she worked in the city manager’s office in Bangor.

Stockton Springs is a town located in Waldo County. According to the 2010 census, the year-round population is 1,591.

Casco has a permanent population of 3,742, according to the 2010 census.

Chairman Hancock drew some correlations between Stockton Springs and Casco.

“They have the same type of summertime we do.

It is a small town. Then, in the summer, the population

gets bigger,” Hancock said.

“So, she is used to the seasonal transition.”

On Tuesday, O’Donnell said she is looking forward to making the move to the area.

“I plan to temporarily rent within easy driving distance until I find a suitable property to purchase,” she said.

“The top three reasons I decided to accept the position as Town Manager of Casco was the [selectmen’s] genuine approach, the high level of collaboration and forward thinking, and the feel, opportunity and challenge that Casco has to offer,” O’Donnell said.

pool of workers in this field has dried up.

This year, the Town of Naples budgeted and approved extra funding to have a full-time deputy in town during the summertime. That is above and beyond what the town pays the county to get police coverage.

On Monday, the Naples Board of Selectmen learned that extra officers will be on the clock for the upcoming Maine Blues Festival.

Also, there will be plenty of law enforcement coverage in Naples on July 4.

Still, the employment situation means that Naples won’t have the extra law enforcement it had budgeted for throughout the summer. The plan was to have a deputy in town for 10-hour shifts four times a week.

“Due to staffing shortages at the Cumberland Country Sherriff’s Office (CCSO) and the challenges they are having with recruit-

ing qualified officers, they are not going to be able to commit to the level of staffing for the summer that we had requested,” according to Naples Town Manager John Hawley.

The CCSO has “guaranteed us coverage for the Blues Fest weekend, for July 4 – 7, for Aug. 29 – 31 and for Sept. 1 – 2, from 2 p.m. to midnight,” Hawley said.

The good news is: a depSAFETY, Page 8A

the first-ever Cigar Box Guitar Festival. So far as we know, it is the only cigar box guitar festival in New England. We’ve looked and we couldn’t find any others,” Kimball said.

The Cigar Box Guitar (CBG) festival will be held at the Naples Village Green from noon to 5 p.m. There are four CBG players lined up to take the stage. Then, for the last hour, there will be an open jam.

Like the blues, the cigar box guitar has its roots intertwined in the history of slavery in America. Both the blues and the creation of the cigar box guitar are solely American.

“So far as I know, it goes back to slave days and the impoverished South. Either you were prohibited from having an instrument or you couldn’t afford it,” Kimball said.

He explained that the wooden cigar boxes were used as the body for the handmade string instruments.

“Now-a-days, it has become quite a craze. People are making them from kits.

No two are alike. There are one-string, two-string, sixstring cigar box guitars,” Kimball said.

Martin Tauber has been collecting and making CBGs for years. He shared the history of the instrument that has gained popularity worldwide.

“The cigar box guitar is

a typically American instrument. It was developed by the slaves because they came here with nothing, sometimes not even the shirt on their backs. And, their whole culture revolved around music,” Tauber said.

“Most of the blues riffs come from field chants. The riffs are still used in blues music today,” he said.

The CBG came into being in the mid-1800s, he said.

“When cigars were shipped in smaller boxes instead of crates around 1860 to 1865, the landownBLUESFEST, Page 8A

Casco’s gain is Stockton Springs’ loss

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — A new job can bring about feelings of hope and excitement.

It was no different for Courtney O’Donnell last week as she put her signature on the employment contract for the Casco town manager position.

“When I signed the job contract, I had feelings of

happiness and excitement.

I’m really looking forward to getting to know the people, the town, and everything that’s going on,” Courtney said via e-mail on Tuesday.

“I’m very fortunate that they chose me,” O’Donnell said.

Likewise, Holly Hancock, the chairman of the Courtney O’Donnell Casco Board of Selectmen, said she felt fortunate that O’Donnell agreed to take the job “She was our first choice in the first round,” Hancock BRIDGTON said.

“We found a way to get Question 1, Willett Brook Aquifer Protection Ordinance her to say, ‘Yes.’” passed, 538-195 Hancock confirmed that Question 2, Land Use Ordinance, passed 426-347 on Friday, June 7, O’Donnell Question 3, Repeal of Affordable Housing Local Preference Ordinance, failed, 292 yes, 403 no.

Question 4, Anti-Litter Ordinance, passed 545-177 Question 5, Bike Ordinance amendments, passed 453-246 Question 6, CATV amendments, passed 416-242 Question 7, Graveyard, Junkyards, Auto Recycling Ordinance amendments, passed 563-172 Question 8, Uniform Fee Ordinance, passed 363-316.

Total of 787 votes were cast. Bridgton currently has

By Dawn De Busk 4,481 registered voters.

Staff Writer • Glenn “Bear” Zaidman was re-elected to the Board of NAPLES — Things in the Selectmen for three years with 644 votes; miscellaneous Marine Safety Department write-ins received 27 votes.

• In the planning board race for two seats, incumbent are going just swimmingly.

The Town of Naples has Deb Brusini received 453 votes and Greg Watkins received 311 votes. Other candidates: Dan Harden 233, Doug put more money toward Oakley 164, Samantha Zawistowski 135, Diane Paul 49, improving safety on the water and, already, the perwrite-ins 25.

The three-year planning board alternate seat was won by sonnel is willing to work write-in Paul Tworog with 31 votes. Other candidates: Dan and is either certified or in Harden 13, Doug Oakley 11, Diane Paul 10, Greg Watkins the process of doing that.

On the other hand, on 9, Samantha Zawistowski 9, Deb Brusini 4, Angela Cook 3, Walter Zach Horton 2, miscellaneous write-ins received land, a law enforcement presence will be less than 17 single votes.

• SAD 61 three-year director’s term won by Debra what was expected. The Albert with 591 votes. Write-ins: Gary Colello 18, Madelyn Litz 2, Doug Oakley 2, miscellaneous 18 single votes.

Sharon Menegoni won the two-year term with 550.

• The Water District three-year term went to Wes

By Dawn De Busk Gorman with 378. Challenger Catherine DiPietro had 287.

Staff Writer CASCO NAPLES — The Maine • Board of Selectmen, two seats, Thomas Peaslee 78, Blues Festival in Naples will Mary Vienessa Fernandes 77 have all the same qualities • SAD 61 School Board, Stan Buchanan 87. that draw crowds to it every HARRISON year: plenty of talented artQuestion 1, Mass Gathering Ordinance, passes 91-40 ists playing toe-tapping, Question 2, Subdivision Ordinance, passes 99-32 hip-swaying, head-turning Question 3, Shoreland Map amendment, passes 98-31 music.

Question 4, Building Code Ordinance, passes 101-31 Plus, for locals, there is a Question 5, Secret Ballot at 2020 annual town meeting, sense of state pride to boot passes 95-37 • Board of Selectmen, Raymond Laplante, 112 votes; 5 because every musician who performs in the festival hails write-ins • Two seats on Planning Board (three years), Colleen from Maine.

This will be the 14th Densmore 107 votes, Brian Spaulding 101 votes; 10 write-ins Planning Board for two years to write-in Wendy Gallant consecutive year of the Bluesfest. Just when people with 15 votes thought that nothing new • Appeals Board, Lisa Villa 109 votes; 1 write-in could be added to the mix, RAYMOND • Selectmen, 2 three-year terms, Rolf Olsen Jr. 161, the organizers came up with something else to pique peoTeresa Sadak 137; 23 write-ins • Budget-Finance Committee, 2 for three-year terms, ple’s interest.

“We have one thing that Joe Bruno 33, Karen Lockwood 23; 30 write-ins had four is new. We are going to have or less votes) • RSU 14 board member (three-year term), Janis a festival within a festival,” according to co-founder Cummings 182; 10 write-ins Kevin Kimball.

• RSU 14 budget validation passes, 158-59 “We are going to have • RSU 14 budget validation continuation, passes 150-66

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Marine safety beefs up, while county deputies downsize

Cigar box guitars smoking at Bluesfest

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4-H, what is program’s focus in today’s world?

The proposed Magic Lantern 4-H Innovation Lab and Learning Center has been working to interest donors and local foundations in anticipation of the project announcement last week.

Behind the $2 million matching challenge grant are the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Foundation, the Maine 4-H Foundation and a major anonymous donor.

Last fall, early support also came from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation.

One local reaction to the announcement was, “As a neighbor and non-profit tech director, I’m really excited and positive about this development, and will do what I can to support it. It means a lot to me for this to happen” “ said Brian Lipsett, local businessman.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is excited for the possibilities of increasing the educational programs for youth

in Bridgton and the Lake Region. The Maine 4-H Foundation is committed to the project, with funding support pledged annually for ongoing education focused on engineering, the visual and performing arts, and the aspirations of local youth.

What is 4-H youth development programming? Every state has at least one university designated as a land grant institution. The University of Maine is the state’s land grant and is home to Cooperative Extension.

UMaine Extension programs bring research-based education to communities statewide. Every county has an Extension office dedicated to working on two major program areas: the food system and 4-H youth development.

4-H focuses on the education and aspirations of youth ages 5 to 18. Traditional programs

such as animal science and agriculture are legacy cornerstones, but 4-H is truly broad-based education that includes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM); leadership; community service; citizenship; healthy living; and the visual and performing arts.

Maine 4-H enrolls almost 30,000 youth each year and has seven active learning centers across the state, five of which are dedicated to 4-H youth development.

The University of Maine 4-H Camp and Learning Centers at Blueberry Cove, Bryant Pond, Greenland Point and Tanglewood dedicate educational programs to connecting youth to the outdoors through a physically active, hands-on experiential approach to education. The 4-H Learning Centers hold summer camps, and are engaged in school and community programs throughout the

year. Programs range from environmental education to ecology, conservation and STEM-based learning to nature and the arts.

The Maine 4-H Foundation in partnership with UMaine Extension will open the new Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center on June 28 in Orono.

4-H began over 100 years ago in Maine and continues to be dedicated to engaging children and teens in the latest research being conducted at UMaine and across the county. Focused

on innovative technologies and engineering, 4-H brings a new world of educational possibilities to the rural areas of Maine on topics that include alternative energy research, composite construction, robotics, and diagnostic analysis and plant pathology.

The Maine 4-H Foundation and Cooperative Extension are excited to partner and bring new educational programs to the youth of Bridgton and the Lake Region, Molly Ockett and Oxford Hills area. In order to support this new

initiative, the Maine 4-H Foundation will need to raise an additional $2 million. Donations and gifts can be made directly to the Maine 4-H Foundation, York Complex #1, Orono, Maine.

The Maine 4-H Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Foundation and donations are tax-deductible.

For information or to contribute. contact the Maine 4-H Foundation at 615-7300; susan.jennings@maine.edu. A video is online: https://extension. umaine.edu/4hfoundation/ magic-lantern/

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Naples plans to move ahead with putting out to bid the Route 302/Route 35 intersection job despite conditions that are driving up the costs of construction jobs.

Several weeks ago, Naples Town Manager John Hawley reported what people around the state have been realizing: Construction project bids are coming in much higher than what towns and the state have budgeted.

A lack of available labor is one of the main reasons for this. The Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) has scrapped $45 million worth of work this summer because bids are too high,

Hawley said.

“After speaking with the engineering team for our specific project, they do not have any better news and are making the recommendation that we put our project out to bid at the end of the summer with a start date of” spring 2020, Hawley said several weeks ago.

On Monday, Chairman Jim Grattelo asked the board to reconsider the postponement of putting out to bid the intersection improvements job.

He pushed for the project, which has long been discussed as a way to make the intersection safer for both drivers and pedestrians, to make the space look more modern and to replace a traffic signal that is on the fritz.

“We heard that most of these projects are coming in 30% to 40% higher. But I think a $1,000,000 project might entice some secondary construction companies,” Grattelo said.

“If it comes in too high, the cost to rebid is only $2,000 to $3,000,” he said.

“I believe it is important to get this project done for the aesthetics of the town, for the town,” Grattelo said.

“Right now, based on what the town manager gave us for information, work

wouldn’t start until next year,” he said, adding that was too long to wait.

Selectman Jim Turpin commented, double-checking if the board had the authority to downsize the project or if the board was obligated to every detail or the project.

“If the numbers come in too high, could we scale back? And where could we scale back,” Turpin asked, recalling there were sidewalks on both sides of Route 302.

“We could get rid of one of the sidewalks,” he said.

It was confirmed that the board had the ability to alter portions of the plans.

The board voted, 4-0, to authorize the town manager to solicit bids for the project as soon as possible. Selectman Rich Cebra was absent from Monday’s meeting.

The traffic signal that is part of that project has been broken. The signal was going through the pattern of changing colors without any

regard for traffic because “the loops that trigger the automatic vehicle detection had failed,” Hawley said.

However, it had been fixed by Monday afternoon.

There are only a couple companies in Maine that specialize in traffic signals, Hawley said.

Naples Maintenance Department Director Steve Merkle was able to persuade the company to get it done, letting them know that the Maine Blues Festival would be happening this weekend.

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — When should a driver doubt a speed limit sign?

Answer: When the driver is travelling on King Hill Road in Naples.

“Currently, the speed limit posted on King Hill Road is 30 mph going in one direction and 35 mph

coming in from the other direction,” according to Naples Town Manager John Hawley.

Prompted by complaints from residents about speeding on King Hill Road, Hawley discovered that the same stretch of road had two different speed limits posted, depending on which way a person was driving.

He contacted the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and was told that deputies will not give out traffic violations. It would prove difficult to prosecute someone for speeding since the speed limit signs are conflicting.

“They won’t stop anyone for speeding,” Hawley said.

Next, he contacted the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) and learned that the actual speed limit was 45 mph.

“If the town was trying to reduce speeding by posting lower speed limit signs, it backfired,” he said.

Hawley told the board that for now the town will replace the signs and put up the 45 mph signs so that CCSO is able to enforce the speed limit.

However, the reaction might not be positive since residents were already complaining about people speeding when the signs said 30 SPEED, Page 5A

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shall enter into a written agreement with a licensed hauler for filling and draining the hotel pool so that pool water is not taken from the public water system or disposed of in the public sewer system. The maintenance plan and agreement shall be provided to the wastewater superintendent.

• Any proposed bar in the hotel structure shall be restricted to a self-service bar that is licensed without kitchen equipment.

• The permittee shall install fire detection and fire suppression systems, which must be inspected and tested by the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The system shall include a (FDC) Fire Department five-inch (Storz) connection to supply the sprinkler system that is accessible from the front parking lot.

• The permittee shall install a “Knox Box” containing entrance keys and other keys for emergency personnel to access essential areas.

• All noise-generating outdoor activities on the Hotel Site, including entertainment functions or gatherings at the outdoor fire pit or patio area, shall cease at 11 p.m.

• The hotel shall be and remain classified as at least a mid-scale or upper-scale quality hotel.

• Provision shall be made for a minimum of four (4) accessible parking spaces located at the Hotel Site, of which one space must be van-accessible.

• Prior to the start of construction, the permittee shall submit to the Town Manager, CEO, and Town Attorney a performance guarantee in the form of a cash contribution (via certified check payable to the town, a deposit into a savings account, or a certificate of deposit) for the establishment of an escrow account naming the town as owner, a performance bond payable to the Town and issued by a surety company acceptable

to the Town Manager, or an irrevocable letter of credit from a financial institution acceptable to the Town Manager establishing funding for construction of the approved project from which the town may draw if construction is incomplete or inadequate.

The performance guarantee shall be in a form acceptable to the Town Attorney, and shall (1.) be in an amount adequate to cover not less than the total estimated costs of all demolition and infrastructure elements specified in this approval (including without limitation, installation costs for the parking areas, driveways, and sidewalks; and installation costs of all nonstructural features including the stormwater and phosphorus control system, erosion control measures, utilities, public water and wastewater system connections, landscaping/vegetation, fencing, signage, and lighting), and the cost of remediation to return the Hotel Site to green space and (2.) contain a detailed construction schedule, cost estimates for each phase of construction (taking into account inflation), provisions for inspections of each phase of construction, provisions for release of part or all of the performance guarantee to the permittee, and a date after which the permittee will be in default and the town shall have access to the funds to complete construction. Prior to the release of any part of the performance guarantee, the Town Manager and CEO shall determine to their satisfaction, in part upon the report of a licensed engineer or other qualified individual retained by the town at the permittee’s expense and any other departments who may be involved, that the proposed construction and improvements meet or exceed the design and construction requirements for any given phase of construction for which the release is requested.

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Project approved (Continued from Page 1A) and may accept Mr. Lourie’s (findings), reject all or go down the list and pick and choose among them,” Collins said. “The applicant sent rebuttals, which we may consider or disregard them.”

The “to do” list also included clarifications of conditions, which the town attorney was prepared to assist with revisions.

Planners were reminded by counsel that the final document was “their document” and the group needed to be comfortable with the wording and conditions. The board was told that the task Monday was not to revisit each vote from last week’s deliberations, but act as a “collective whole and represent the majority decision.”

Collins noted that some of the individual criteria were a split vote, “but the time now is to set aside individual’s vote and represent the majority decision.”

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construction vehicles, service vehicles, shuttles, buses, and guest/employee vehicles) from accessing the Hotel Site using the Kennard Street driveway entrance. For the avoidance of doubt, construction vehicles during the construction phase shall not enter the Hotel Site using Kennard Street.

• The permittee shall arrange for the installation of a surveillance camera at the satellite lot that is monitored by employees at the hotel structure on a 24-hour, sevendays-per-week basis, and shall arrange for transportation of guests after dusk between the hotel structure and the Satellite Lot. • Downward-facing, full cut-off (shielded) lighting shall be installed on the satellite lot.

• No boats or boat trailers shall be allowed to park in any of the parking areas on the Hotel Site or the satellite lot, and the permittee shall arrange to have signage installed at or near all driveway entrances so stating.

• The permittee shall comply with Chapter 7.7 of the Maine Department of Environmental Protection BMP Design Manual for manmade pervious surfaces. For the first three months following construction, porous pavement shall be inspected weekly and thereafter as specified in the Stormwater Infrastructure Inspection & Maintenance Manual. All inspections shall be performed by a qualified professional engineer with a soils background.

• Prior to connecting the Hotel Site to the water main, the permittee shall consult with the State Fire Marshal’s Office to ensure that the water main from Main Street to Bacon Street and the connecting water main from Bacon Street to the Hotel Site meet all State Fire Marshal’s Office requirements and recommendations for water flow capability. At the time that the wastewater force main connections are made to the public sewer system, the permittee shall ensure that the wastewater superintendent is present to inspect the connections at permittee’s cost.

• The permittee shall prepare a pool drainage maintenance plan detailing the procedures to follow for filling and draining the pool, as well as backup plans if there is a malfunction of the pump station, and

• The permittee shall comply with all plans and specifications which have been received by the Planning Board in connection with the proposal, all oral commitments regarding the proposal that were made by the applicant or its agents to the Planning Board in the course of its review, and these conditions of approval. Any variation therefrom which is undertaken without approval from the Planning Board constitutes a violation.

• The permittee shall secure and comply with all applicable licenses, permits, authorizations, and requirements of all federal and state agencies prior to starting construction.

• Construction activities authorized in this permit must be substantially started within two years of the date of a final, nonappealable decision. Construction activities must be substantially completed within five years of the date of a final, nonappealable decision, unless the cause of the delay of construction activities neither was nor could have been anticipated or was beyond the reasonable control of the permittee or the permittee’s contractors.

• The permittee shall install the plantings on the north shore of Stevens Brook identified on the landscaping plan immediately after rough grading is completed.

• Shrubbery, at least two to three-foot tall, shall be planted along the inside portion of fencing to be installed along the Perham and Kilgore lot.

• The permittee shall strictly adhere to its landscaping plan, and shall submit a report to the CEO upon completion of all revegetation.

• Fencing shall be additionally reinforced in any areas that are proposed to be used for snow storage in order to withstand winter snow load conditions.

• The permittee shall arrange to have signage installed at the Hotel Site, and work with the town to install directional signs on public rights-of-way, at or near the Bacon Street, Kennard Street, and Highland Street (subject to town authorization) driveway entrances that allow right turns only from the Hotel Site onto Bacon Street and, except for safety or emergency vehicles, prohibits all vehicles (including without limitation

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Bridgton Police Department These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, June 3 12:09 a.m. Two people arguing on North Road; Officers Smolinsky, Sgt. Reese, Muise responded.

8:46 a.m. After responding to a report of an “outof-control” subject at the hospital, police later charged the individual (once released from the facility) with assault on a law enforcement officer and transported the individual to the county jail.

10:15 a.m. Welfare check on Old Whitney Road in Harrison.

11:05 a.m. Harassment complaint filed.

11:25 a.m. Medication theft reported.

5:53 p.m. Police attempted to locate an intoxicated female in the South High Street area, but were unable to find her.

Tuesday, June 4 10:37 a.m. Speed complaint on Sawyer Circle.

5:42 p.m. Juvenile problem on Main Street.

Wednesday, June 5 8:56 a.m. Oil spill at the intersection of South Bridgton Road and South High Street. Fire and police responded.

1:24 p.m. Caller request-

ed to speak with an officer regarding a subject allegedly selling medical marijuana.

3:11 p.m. Report of an unsecured firearm in a chair on a Main Street sidewalk. Sgt. Reese and Officer Muise responded.

4:04 p.m. Subject reported a neighbor dispute.

4;20 p.m. Police spoke with a subject regarding concerns about a sex offender residing in Bridgton.

6:29 p.m. Subject spoke to Sgt. Jones regarding a bullying issue at her child’s school.

7:18 p.m. A caller reported receiving a package containing several crumpled up $1 bills from an unknown sender.

Sgt. Reese inspected the package and only found American currency. Police contacted an individual listed on the mailing label. That person called police, but was unsure what police were talking about. The mystery was cleared the next day when the recipient discovered he had won a football pool a few years ago and a friend had been holding his winnings. The friend thought it would be a joke to send the total winnings in the form of $1 bills and

disguise where the money had come from.

Thursday, June 6 7 p.m. Sgt. Reese assisted with a medical call involving a male with an arm laceration on Wayside Avenue.

8:24 p.m. Assist ambulance personnel with a call involving a juvenile who jumped out of a second story window.

Friday, June 7 9:33 a.m. Police received information regarding an elderly man, who had returned from Florida and made a threat against a BPD officer.

9:38 a.m. A jet ski ramp was stolen from Sensame Lane.

11:06 a.m. A Hidden Hollow Lane residence was broken into and items stolen.

11:49 a.m. Speed complaint on Knights Hill Road, 1:47 p.m. Payroll fraud complaint.

3:12 p.m. A caller reported being threatened after leaving court.

3:47 p.m. A subject on South High Street was transported to BPD and administered an intoxilyzer test. She was charged with violating terms of release, and transported to the

county jail.

Saturday, June 8 4:47 p.m. A caller reported the theft of a handgun from his vehicle parked on Highland Road.

9:40 p.m. A stop on Harrison Road (subject traveling 58 mph in a 45 mph zone) resulted in police charging a driver with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence.

11:48 p.m. Police assisted county deputies with a “disturbed” subject on Plains Road in Harrison.

Sunday, June 9 6:25 a.m. A truck drove over a parked motorcycle, hit a utility pole, went through a guardrail and went into Moose Pond.

The vehicle was fullysubmerged when emergency personnel arrived.

The vehicle’s operator was located hours later, safe.

1:44 p.m. Vehicle struck in Main Street lot.

4:14 p.m. Two-vehicle crash on North High Street.

5:11 p.m. Problem with a customer at a Maple Street business.

6:23 p.m. Speed complaint on Pond Road.

8:59 p.m. Caller claimed a neighbor was harassing her due to her vehicle’s exhaust problem.

Cyclist charged after crash FRYEBURG — A motorcyclist faces three charges following a crash at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday on Menotomy Road.

Jonah Weese, 35, of North Fryeburg, was charged with operating an unregistered motor vehicle, operating without a license and operating beyond license restrictions. He is scheduled to appear in Bridgton District Court on July 9.

Fryeburg Police, Fire and Rescue responded to Menotomy for a two-vehicle motor vehicle crash with injuries. Weese was operating a 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle northbound on Menotomy Road, carrying a 24-year-old female passenger, also of North Fryeburg, while a 72-year-old male of Fryeburg was operating

his farm tractor, also northbound on Menotomy Road.

To avoid colliding with the slower moving tractor, the motorcycle operator (Weese) went off the roadway and into the ditch, police said. The operator and passenger were both ejected and were not wearing helmets. Both occupants of the motorcycle were transported to Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H. for non-life-threatening injuries.

“Excessive speed and driver inexperience appear to be contributing factors in this crash. The operator was not licensed to operate a motorcycle. The occupants are extremely fortunate they were not more seriously injured,” reported DUMPED — Motorcycle operated by a North Fryeburg Chief of Police Fryeburg man on Menotomy Road Sunday.

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trians search teams, the Waterford Fire Department and York County EMA members all assisted with the search efforts. Several ground searches for Howard had previously taken place since his disappearance.

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Sheriff’s Office along with Troopers from the Maine State Police investigated a report of an armed robbery at Route 160 Ice Cream on Brownfield Road in Hiram.

Then, on May 13, an armed robbery occurred at the Village Variety Store in Limerick. Investigators from York and Oxford County Sheriffs’ Offices quickly determined that both robberies were related and the investigation intensified.

York County detectives and Oxford County deputies worked tirelessly on both robberies and followed up on every lead. Through cooperative investigative efforts by members of the York County Sheriff’s Office, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office, Maine State Police, Cape Elizabeth Police, Montana Highway

Patrol and Sanders County Montana Sheriff’s Office, the persons responsible for both robberies were apprehended in Montana. Both suspects have confessed to investigators in regards to their role in the Hiram and Limerick robberies, law enforcement reported.

It was determined that the female suspect had stolen a family member’s Ford SUV from Cape Elizabeth and used the vehicle in the robberies. The suspects then fled Maine in the stolen vehicle. They headed toward the West Coast, where they were apprehended by the Montana Highway Patrol after Maine authorities learned of the suspects’ whereabouts. The suspects were taken to the Sanders County Jail in Thompson Falls, Montana.

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Older people are being warned to be suspicious of individuals making appearances at public events and offering onsite “free swabs” of your saliva for testing to determine if you have a predetermination for cancer and other illnesses.

Medicare will not pick up the tab for the swabbing and testing without a prescription from a medical provider for such a test. Organizations that cater to the needs of older people are getting calls.

“Many older people are submitting to these swab requests from individuals at public events,” said Betsy Sawyer-Manter, president and CEO of SeniorsPlus. “In addition, these individuals – who may or may not be associated with a private company — are asking for personal information including Medicare and Social Security numbers.”

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Naples awards pavilion bid

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The Town of Naples chose a contractor who is willing to work around the Independence Day festivities and still get a pavilion built at the Town Beach this summer.

Fortunately, the bidder with the earliest start date for the project also had the lowest cost estimate.

On Monday, the Naples Board of Selectmen awarded the pavilion bid to Mike Poland Construction, Inc., for $58,760.

The game plan — as outlined by the selectmen — is to do the excavating and place the concrete prior to July 4. There are strict orders to hold off on the lumber and other buildTAKING PART IN MEMORIAL DAY services ing materials until after the in Bridgton were Nathaniel Elsaesser and bugler July 4 weekend.

Matthew Mayo.

The Naples Recreation Committee has proposed a

pavilion for Kent’s Landing that would provide shade from the sun or protection from the rain for people spending time at the beach.

The money for this project, as well as picnic tables and fitness equipment, was budgeted and approved at the Naples Town Meeting.

In fact, a total of $50,000 was budgeted for these improvements at the Naples Town Beach. Additionally, the nonprofit Naples Main Street donated another $30,000 to the Naples Recreation Committee.

The Town of Naples sent out eight bid invitations and received three bid proposals, according to Naples Town Manager John Hawley.

Those were: Repairs & Renovations

by Gibb with a bid of $60,719 and a start date of Sept. 3

Mike Poland Construction with a bid of $58,760 and a start date of June 24 Maine Highlands Contracting with a bid of $97,300 and a start date of Aug. 18.

After hearing the bids, Chairman Jim Grattelo asked, “Are we going to want construction going on” at the beach this summer?

Selectman Jim Turpin said, “The committee was hoping to have this done by summer. It is going to be busy.”

A member of the recreation committee who had been sitting in the audience said, “The bulk of the disruption is going to be the excavation.”

Chairman Grattelo agreed, telling the town manager some of the parameters of the construction job to pass on to the

Richard Sykes, of Harrison, received an Honorary Lewiston High School Diploma at the recent graduation exercises on Friday, June 7.

Sykes, who was principal of Lewiston High School from 1986 to 2001, was praised for his service to the school and community.

Specifically mentioned was his creation and support of many innovative programs at the high school. An Air Force JROTC program which brought a scholarship award to a cadet each year, an Infant Care program to help keep teen moms in school, an Alternative Education program for potential dropouts, a Work Advantage program to con-

nect students to the world of work and a Student Wellness Center were just some of his accomplishments.

During his tenure at LHS, he was presented with a Milken National Educator Award for Excellence, which included a $25,000 award. In 1994, he was named the Maine Secondary School Principal of the Year. He served as president of the Maine Secondary School Principal’s Association and represented Region 1 on the National Association of Secondary School Principal’s Board of Directors.

He was also awarded a Varsity L Award by the Athletic Department in recognition of his tireless efforts

to the staff and students of Lewiston High School, for years of service to the Lewiston Public Schools and for contributions to the Lewiston Community. The award stated, “We proudly welcome you to the LHS Alumni Family.”

Prior to serving at LHS, Sykes was a classroom teacher in Seabrook, N.H., and Wareham, Mass., served as Assistant Principal at Cape Elizabeth High School from 1974 to 1986, and Principal at Lake Region High School.

After retiring from Lewiston High School, he served eight years in the Maine Legislature representing Harrison and the surrounding towns. Currently,

he serves on the Harrison Board of Selectmen.

He is married to Kaye Ann Norton. They have two children, Kathryn and David, and four grandchildren.

U.S. Senator Susan Collins, the Chairman of the TransportationAppropriations Subcommittee, announced that nine airports across Maine — including Eastern Slope Regional Airport in Fryeburg — have been awarded a total of $3,490,995 from the Department of

Transportation (DOT).

“Maine’s regional airports are an essential piece of our transportation network, linking communities to other parts of the state, the country, and the world,” said Senator Collins. “By helping to improve the efficiency and safety of opera-

tions, these investments will allow these airports to continue to serve as a transportation option and support job creation in rural parts of our state.”

The grant funding, which was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration, was award-

ed as follows: $320,310 for Eastern Slopes Regional Airport to construct a hangar. This funding will support the construction of a 10,000 square foot hangar building to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue.

Boy Scout Troop 149 and Bridgton NAPA helped the car parts company set a world record for 7,197 cars washed in eight hours.

The record was set on April 27, 2019, smashing the previous record of 6,277 cars washed, which has stood since October 2012. A total of 159 NAPA locations across the United States participated in breaking the Guinness

World Records title.

Nationally, NAPA Auto Parts stores raised a total of more than $82,000 to support not-for-profit organizations.

“The World Record Car Wash was the perfect exclamation point for NAPA Auto Parts’ ‘Love Your Car’ campaign, which celebrates people who are keeping their cars longer and making the

most of their investments,” said Cameron Richardson, vice president Retail for NAPA. “We congratulate

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contractor.

“We would want the escavation done and the concrete poured before July 4. And, no lumber delivered during the weekend after July 4,” Grattelo said.

Someone suggested that people could set up their folding chairs on the concrete slab to watch the Fourth of July fireworks.

Selectman Bob Caron II expressed his concern for safety at the construction site.

“If the beach is open.

There should be plenty of signage to keep kids off.

I know kids and they love to explore and jump on things. We wouldn’t want anyone to get hurt or for the town to be liable,” he said.

Hawley responded to Caron’s comments.

“It was already written in the bid description — site security,” he said.

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Only MDOT has the authority to change speed limits, but that requires “a formal request from town officials,” Hawley said.

The Naples Board of Selectmen voted on Tuesday to petition the MDOT to reduce the actual speed limit on King Hill Road.

Fryeburg airport receives funds

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Bridgton Highlands Things are finally starting to heat up around town and on the links. The very popular weekly Scrambles are back in action on Tuesday and Thursday late afternoons at 5 p.m.

On June 6, first gross went to the veteran team of Dave Crowell, Steve Vachianno and Pete Gately with an impressive 28. Earning second gross with a score of 32 was the team of Brady Damon, Chris Rand, Seth Purdue and Sam Ross. Winning first net was the squad of Willie Elliot, Lori Edgerly, Ellen Cry and Mitch Berube. Second net was the foursome of Doug Plaice, Kim Pike, Len Carsley and Steve Dearborne. Nearest to the pin on Hole #2 went to Brad Willis at 11-feet 7-inches and NTP on Hole #8 was Willie Elliot at a deft 3-feet 2-inches.

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• Do not consent to any lab tests at senior centers, health fairs, or in your home. Be suspicious of anyone claiming that genetic tests and cancer screenings are at no cost to you.

• Genetic tests and cancer screenings must be medicallynecessary and ordered by your doctor to be covered by Medicare. Random genetic testing and cancer screenings aren’t covered by Medicare. If you are interested in the test, speak with your doctor.

• Monitor your Medicare Summary Notice to see if there are any services you didn’t have or didn’t want but were billed for. Medicare Summary Notices are sent every three months if you get any services or medical supplies during that three-month period.

• Call 1-800-MEDICARE or 1-800-HHS-TIPS if you think you’re a victim of fraud.

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These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, June 3 8 a.m. Motor vehicle crash on Bridgton Road.

12:59 p.m. Juvenile offenses at middle school.

7:35 pm. Late accident report from Main Street construction zone.

10:14 p.m. Suspicious activity North Fryeburg Road.

Tuesday, June 4 1:03 a.m. Assist agency on Wicks Road.

7 a.m. Domestic disturbance on Belair Estate Road.

10:24 a.m. Civil matter on Bridgton Road.

12:34 p.m. Domestic disturbance on Portland Street.

Wednesday, June 5 7:13 a.m. Traffic complaint on Smith Street.

12:09 p.m. Animal complaint on Molly Ockett Drive.

2:34 p.m. Motor vehicle crash (nonreportable) on Bridgton Road.

4:01 p.m. Civil matter on West Fryeburg Road.

5:17 p.m. Civil matter on North Fryeburg Road.

6:02 p.m. Assist citizen on Fairview Drive.

6:34 p.m. Criminal mischief on A Street resulted in charge against Kevin D. Ponteau, 33, of Fryeburg.

Thursday, June 6 4:43 a.m. Radar detail on Smith Street.

12:15 p.m. Welfare check on Main Street.

1:55 p.m. Theft on Bridgton Road.

2:02 p.m. Theft on Howe Street.

5:26 p.m. Stop on Lovell Road resulted in police charging Megan C. Brough, 28, of Fryeburg, with speeding (30 mph over limit).

5:39 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on Woodland Street.

5:57 p.m. Structure fire on Lovewell Pond Road.

6:06 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on Leach Road.

7:30 p.m. Unwanted subjects on Main Street.

Friday, June 7 4:55 a.m. Radar detail on Smith Street.

12:54 p.m. Welfare check on Bridgton Road.

4:19 p.m. Traffic complaint on Portland Street unfounded.

8:25 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on River Street.

10:20 p.m. Domestic disturbance on Main Street.

Saturday, June 8 8:30 a.m. Fraud complaint on Fairview Drive.

2:30 p.m. Suspicious activity on Ice House Road.

3:54 p.m. Traffic complaint on Corn Shop Road.

6:15 p.m. Theft on Main Street.

9:57 p.m. Welfare check on A Street.

Sunday, June 9 8:42 a.m. Assist citizen on Bridgton Road.

1:17 p.m. Traffic complaint on Bridgton Road unfounded.

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Town of Sebago Memorial Day Celebration

REMEMBRANCE IN SEBAGO — There was a good crowd gathered for the 2019 Sebago Memorial Day observance. Lions Club’s Ron Johnson gave the welcome; Girl Scout Troop 1504 laid a wreath at the Sebago Veterans’ Memorial; looking at the names of Sebago veterans at the Sebago Memorial; Lions Club led the parade; the Lake Region High School band provided music; Pastor Fred Fortier gave the opening prayer and led singing of the Star Spangled; Ted Davis’ miniature cannon provided the cannon salute; sweet endings — free ice cream for all the kids after the Sebago Memorial Day observance. (Photos by Allen Crabtree)

Entry list for Oxford 250 fills with big names OXFORD – The entry list continues to grow as the biggest Pro All Stars Series (PASS) Super Late Model race of the year draws near.

With still two months to go before the green flag drops, there are currently over 30 entries for the 46th Annual Oxford 250 at Oxford Plains Speedway coming up in August.

Racers from coast-tocoast are eagerly anticipating the biggest Super Late Model race in the coun-

try and the chance to win $50,000.

The first entrant for this year’s 250 was the current PASS National Championship leader, Mike Hopkins. The Maine native was the first driver in PASS history to win with FiveStar’s next generation body when he took the checkered flag in the Commonwealth Classic at Richmond Raceway. Among those joining Hopkins on the current entry list are

defending Oxford 250 win- with Canadians Cole ner, Bubba Pollard, from Butcher and Ashton Georgia and Northwest rac- Tucker, and top PASS runing legend, Garrett Evans, ners, Reid Lanpher, Tracy from Washington. Joining Gordon, and two-time Pollard as former Oxford Oxford Plains PASS win250 winners that are entered ner, Garrett Hall. include Travis Benjamin, With another high numCurtis Gerry, Glen Luce, ber of quality Super Late Joey Polewarcyzk and the Models expected again for father-son duo of Mike and the Oxford 250, getting a Ben Rowe. guaranteed starting spot is PASS Champions cur- an opportunity that cannot rently entered include six- be missed. Now in its sixth time North champ, Johnny year, the groundbreaking Clark, three-time North “Road To The Oxford 250” titlist, DJ Shaw, as well program further expands to as former PASS National give racers an opportunity champions, Cassius Clark to get locked into short track and Derek Griffith. Last asphalt racing’s biggest (Continued from Page 5A) year’s Oxford Plains event. And, the next couple even par 72. Nick Stuart stayed in the winner’s circle with champion, Gabe Brown, of months are loaded with an attention grabbing first net best of 66 that is bound to has filed an entry along opportunities. have handicap ramifications for the future. The blind draw foursome of Bob McHatton, Rodney Allen, Whit Lesure and Jim Semple earned top honors in the net four-ball. Nat Mason cashed in on his first appearance at the club, earning NTP #13 at 10-feet 2-inches.

The Bridgton Highlands Ladies Golf Association began LOVELL — The Greater Lovell Land Trust (GLLT) is league play on Wednesday, May 22. After three weeks of pleased to announce several special happenings in June. play in variable conditions, many ladies have come forth First, this Saturday at 7 a.m., learn more about the with great swings and putts to share in the winnings.

Maine Bird Atlas as we focus binoculars and a viewing Congratulations to Sharon Abbott, Nita Barker, Kathy scope on our feathered friends.

Blanchard, Donna Bleakney, Christine Bradbury, Ellen Then, on Friday, June 21, GLLT collaborates with Lakes Cyr, Pat Endres, Judy Graham, Susan Jordan, Linda Environmental Association on an all-day event as we gain Munger, Donna Rollo, Carolyn Stanhope, Diane Stillman a better understanding of the wetlands in our area. and Gail Triant.

And finally, another collaboration we dreamed up will The Bridgton Ladies league plays nine holes every find us working with LEA, Loon Echo Land Trust, Upper Wednesday morning. New members are welcome. Call Saco Valley Land Trust and Western Foothills Land Trust BHG&T at 207-647-3491 for additional information. over the next five months in a series called Trekking Send golf news to bnewseditor@yahoo.com. There is Through Time. Each month, one of the organizations will no charge. lead a walk with a historical theme. Lakes Environmental Association will kick off the series for us with a walk along BUILDING 40+ YEARS IN THE LAKES REGION AREA the Stevens Brook Trail that will highlight Bridgton’s manufacturing past.

The details for each of these events are as follows: Saturday, June 15, 7 to 10 a.m., Breeding Birds: The Maine Bird Atlas is a citizen science project that depends on volunteers to collect data. Several of our docents are involved in this important conservation project and they’ll help us hone our birding skills, while at the same time explaining the work they’ve been conducting to help TF19 JEFF DOUGLASS 207-595-8968 — OFFICE 207-647-3732 update Maine’s Bird Atlas.

Trailhead: Flat Hill parking lot at the end of Heald Pond Road Degree of Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Friday, June 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Amazing Wetlands.

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Following the qualifiers already held at Washington’s Wenatchee Valley Super Oval, Oxford Plains and Thunder Road International Speedbowl, the next event will be held at Speedway 95 on Sunday, June 16.

Then on Sunday, July 6, The Open 100 at Oxford Plains Speedway will give drivers who have not won a PASS event in the last five years a chance at guaranteed starting spots in this year’s Oxford 250. As a matter of fact, Wayne Helliwell Jr. parlayed his guaranteed spot won in the 2016 Open 100 to the win a month later in the 43rd Annual Oxford 250.

But the opportunities do

not end there. On Tuesday, July 30, PASS North racers will compete for 200 laps at Star Speedway in New Hampshire, followed by the final “Road To The Oxford 250” event on Sunday, Aug. 4, at Spud Speedway in Caribou.

Entry forms for the 46th Annual Oxford 250 are available at ProAllStarsSeries. com, along with forms for upcoming PASS events at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and The Open 100 at Oxford Plains Speedway.

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Preregistration required: alanna@leamaine.org Location: TBD, Bridgton and Lovell Wednesday, June 26, 9 a.m. to noon, Milling About Stevens Brook. As part of the collaborative effort called the Trekking Through Time Series, Lakes Environmental Association and the Bridgton Historical Society will bring Bridgton’s manufacturing past to life as we step along the Stevens Brook Trail and view the remnants of former mill sites.

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The Lake Region celebrates Flag Day, Friday, June 14

WAVE ‘EM HIGH — Denise Greene, right, a member of the American Legion Post 155, hands out American flags during this year’s Memorial Day services in Naples.

Tomorrow is Flag Day, which always falls on June 14. Flag Day is the anniversary of the new nation adopting the ‘Stars and Stripes’ as the official flag in 1777. (De Busk Photo)

Top and left: From front lawns to lake docks, the Lake Region residents express their patriotism and celebrate the “Stars and Stripes” by proudly displaying their American flags (Photos

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Hotel gains PB approval with conditions (Continued from Page 3A) regarding site grading in respect to the landscaping of the property.

“The idea is to get the landscaping cleaned up near the stream and not until the end,” she said.

Another point was if there were any changes to the landscaping plan, the developer would need to notify the planning board.

• Planner Dee Miller raised questions about signage away from the hotel

site, regarding certain vehicles not being authorized to use Kennard Street. As a condition, the applicant will work with town officials regarding installation of signage to address this point.

• Brusini noted that con-

Marine safety beefs up (Continued from Page 1A) uty will be available during the busiest weekends and there will be leftover funding for next year that could be used for Memorial Day weekend 2020, Hawley said.

People had suggestions, which although good, were not doable.

Chairman Jim Grattelo asked if the town could hire a police officer from another community. The answer was no.

Resident Roger Clement recalled the time when the Town of Naples had a constable. In fact, resident Buzz Morton said the constable was his uncle.

There was a time when “it was not uncommon for towns to have a constable.

Constable didn’t carry weapons,” Town Manager Hawley said, adding he wouldn’t advise sending someone out as a law enforcement figure without having the ability to carry a weapon.

A constable is defined as “a peace officer with limited policing authority, typically in a small town.”

Clement suggested “For the tourists’ season, you might be able to hire to young folks that are in the law enforcement” program at Lake Region Vocational Center.

Hawley said unless the person is employed by a police department or a security firm, that scenario would pose problems with liability and proper authority.

Also, during Monday’s meeting, Marine Safety was discussed. It had been put on

the agenda at the request of Selectman Jim Turpin.

The end result of the discussion is that the Marine Safety Department will be fair to boaters without milfoil stickers, giving them a few days to prove it or fix it.

“It was brought to our attention that boaters arrive here, want to put the boat in the water, and don’t know where to get a milfoil sticker,” Turpin said. “What approach are you guys going to take? Is your approach going to be, ‘The law is the law? Here is your ticket.’ Do we want to spoil someone’s first day of vacation or do we want to send a message that we could lay down the hammer?”

Naples Harbor Master Shawn Hebert spoke.

He said that tickets will be written for someone who has clearly violated the boat inspection law and is most likely aware of the law. After all, there are signs at launch points informing boaters that inspections are mandatory. He said that if the boater is from North Conway it is likely they are aware since New Hampshire has milfoil laws, too.

“We have asked the wardens how they are handling it,” Hebert said, adding the person probably read and ignored the signs about the law and put the boat in the water without it being inspected.

Chairman Grattelo said he favored a warning for first-time offenders.

“Wouldn’t we want to accomplish a couple things?

Say, we don’t give the per-

son a citation if they can prove it. We ask them to send us a copy of the milfoil sticker within a few days,” he said. “That would be my preference for the first-time offence.”

Grattelo said the marine officers could ask where the person launched their boat without it being inspected for milfoil or for a sticker.

“We have to opportunities to accomplish what we want without putting the hammer down,” he said.

Turpin took the floor again.

“I don’t want us to find ourselves with a line out the door at town hall and tourists complaining,” Turpin said.

“We want to correct the problem,” Grattelo said, adding that learning where the boat was launched will help pinpoint places where boats are entering the water without being checked for milfoil.

Selectman Bob Caron II said, “I agree with both of you. We need to educate the boaters. These are the rules we have to follow to stay on top of protecting our waters. If, in two days, you can prove it [having a milfoil sticker] you don’t get a ticket. But, be aware, in future visits to Naples,” stickers and inspections are required.

Hebert agreed.

“I am huge fan of the fixit ticket,” he said.

“In the past week, the boats have been on the water 21 hours. We’ve had 13 hours of training and 19 hours of boat details,” Hebert reported.

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(Continued from Page 1A) ers threw out the wooden boxes. The slaves noticed the wooden box had a nice sound to it. And, the cigar box guitar was born,” Tauber said.

“They were able to tap out music on them. The one string is still popular” but as time went on more strings were added.

“I have seen pictures of soldiers in the trenches with cigar box guitars, in World War I, World War II and the Spanish-American War,” Tauber said. “When you don’t have money, and you want to take your mind off the problems you are having” a cigar box guitar comes in handy.

People are very intrigued when they see the instruments for the first time, he said.

“A lot of people, 90 percent of them have said, ‘I have never heard of them.

Is this something new?’ I say, ‘No, it has been around for more than 100 years,’ ” Tauber said.

There will be another slight change at the 2019 Bluesfest. The stage by the Causeway Marina will be moved to more level ground instead of closer to Route 302, where it has been, according to Kimball.

“Even though Merced’s [on Brandy Pond] is gone, we are still going to have a big stage there. It is sponsored by Causeway Marina, the American Legion Post 155, the LA Music Factory

and Freedom Café.”

“They are going to have a beer tent and a food truck.

That is where Freedom Café comes in. They got the offsite permit,” he said. “The stage is largely the same. It will be moved off to the side.

It will be down on the level part of the parking lot.”

“Another change is at Brother Flecker’s. Even when it was Sandy’s Flight Deck, it was traditionally acoustic. This year, they wanted to do electric. So, they are putting a stage on their parking area. We will

literally have a band right next to the sidewalk,” he said.

Kimball provided some reasons to attend the festival.

“It is a nice alternative to the traditional Father’s Day gifts. Dad doesn’t need another tie; take dad to the Bluesfest,” he said.

“It’s family-friendly all day and grown-up friendly all night. It is just a lot of fun,” he said.

For more information about this year’s Maine Bluesfest, go to www.mainebluesfestival.com

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Loon Echo cleans up for National Trails Day June 1

Over 20 people gave scouts from Troop 71, and the old Bald Peak trailhead back to the hiking trails on members of Run for the to the new trailhead a few Pleasant Mountain to cel- Hills Run Club all joined hundred feet away.

“Thousands of people hike our Pleasant Mountain trails every year,” said LELT Executive Director Matt Markot. “Without our dedicated volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to provide a quality hiking experience for visitors while simultaneously protecting the natural systems on Pleasant Mountain.”

National Trails Day, hosted annually by the American Hiking Society, aims to bring recognition to the incredible benefits trails provide for recreation, access to the outdoors, and general well-being. To celebrate, individuals are encouraged to give back to the trails they use by picking up litter or attending a trail work day.

Loon Echo maintains over 31 miles of hiking and biking trails on their 10 preserves. With only one staff member to cover all their land, LELT relies on volVolunteers helping Loon Echo move kiosk and clear unteers to complete some trails on National Trails Day. of the trail maintenance and monitoring. The Land Trust ebrate National Trails Day in the efforts. Volunteers has a robust trail adoption on Saturday, June 1. Loon focused on the Bald Peak program for groups or indiEcho Land Trust (LELT), and Sue’s Way trails; clear- viduals maintain the trails which owns and protects ing drainage structures to and report hazards to LELT over 2,000 acres on Pleasant keep water from pooling on staff. The Land Trust also Mountain and manages the the trails and helping brush hosts volunteer trail work 10-mile trail network, host- in ‘social trails.’ The vol- days to provide folks with unteers also helped move an opportunity to learn more ed the trail work day.

Members from the Maine the Bald Peak Trail Kiosk about the process.

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EARLY MIST on Woods Pond, photographed by Pam Ward. sary to join our trail work days,” said LELT stewardship manager Jon Evans.

“Our volunteers and staff provide clear expectations, training, and tools when needed.”

Anyone interested in volunteering with LELT may sign up at www.lelt.org or call 647-4352.

The Rufus Porter Museum opens for summer 2019 this weekend

The Rufus Porter Museum will open on Saturday, June 15, under the directorship of Karla Leandri Rider who was hired late last year. Karla graduated from Boston University with a B.A. in Art History and a minor in Music.

She later attained a Master’s degree in American and New England Studies at the University of Southern Maine. She brings extensive experience to her new position, having worked at the Old York

Historical Society, Maine Preservation, Bates College Museum of Art, Victoria Mansion, the Kennebec Historical Society and Museum L-A. Since her arrival she has applied her skills to improving databases, planning events, grant writing, coordinating volunteers, and developing a more effective social media presence for the Museum.

Karla has also hired an assistant, Shelby Bryant, and welcomed Katie Greene for

a summer internship. Karla’s outside interests include caring for her cats and dogs, hiking, and mountain biking.

The Rufus Porter Museum’s new exhibit, “Art Meets Science,” showcases the intersection of Rufus Porter’s artwork with his scientific endeavors and many inventions. Other summer activities include the return of Camp Invention, a week-long children’s workRUFUS PORTER, Page 3B

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In addition to the chicken pie, the menu includes mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, rolls, beverages, and homemade desserts. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under the age of 12. The church, which is air-conditioned and handicapped-accessible, is located on Bolsters Mills Road in Bolsters Mills Village (Harrison). Reservations accepted by calling 583-9024 on Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon by confirmation.

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Consultant at ReVision Energy, the company that designed the solar energy system. “We are proud of their environmental commitment, and I’m glad we partnered on this project to achieve their clean energy business goals.”

Migis Lodge sits on a 125 acres of pine tree-covered land on Sebago Lake.

ReVision Energy found a solution in an off-site property in a former gravel pit in Rockland. Groundmounted solar panels are ideal for locations that have restrictions on new construction, and so the array has given new life to unused space in the heart of

View of Migis Lodge dock on Sebago Lake (photo courtesy of Migis Lodge) and sustainability,” said Jed Porta, general manager for Migis Lodge and managing partner for Migis Hotel Group, a family-run, Mainebased hotel management company. “Our guests will have one more reason to enjoy their vacations with us knowing that we are doing what we can to respect Maine’s natural resources by using renewable energy.”

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“The 314-kilowatt solar array will greatly reduce Migis Lodge’s carbon footprint and offset 610,753 pounds of carbon annually,” said Nick Sampson, a Commercial Solar

Rockland. The project came online at the beginning of the year and will power Migis Lodge’s electrical needs throughout the summer seasons for the next 40 years, which is the solar array life expectancy.

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In 2013, Sarah served on the faculty at the Chaplaincy Institute of Maine for two years and continues to offer workshops in art and spirituality.

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Edes Falls rings its bell again NAPLES — I got the word from Facebook that Madison Pond got her moose permit. Way to go girl! That’s awesome.

I’m sure she’ll get a moose, too. Can’t wait to see pictures of it in September.

Condolences to the family of Harriet Osgood. My family knew her and her family for many years. She was a really nice woman who loved her family and friends. She will be sadly missed.

The Maine Blues Festival is, as always, on Father’s Day weekend. Great venues all over town with lots of good music. The weather this weekend is supposed to be great, too, with only a few showers around. Come and enjoy the fun and music! Freedom Café and the Legion Hall are just two of the many venues to listen to the blues.

The Casco Town Meeting is at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, at Casco Central Fire Station. There is lots of parking and seating.

Bingo is at the Legion on Wednesdays — doors open at 5:30 p.m., and games start at 6:30 p.m. There’s horseshoes on Tuesdays at 6 p.m., and the fish fry on Friday, June 14, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Always great food and plenty to eat! Live music with David Lapointe and Ana at the Legion on Saturday, June 22, from 7 to 11 p.m. The hometown boy returns!

The Bruins came through last week to bring game seven of the Stanley Cup Finals back to Boston. This took place yesterday so hopefully they won.

I am feeling much better this week. I was in the hospital in Bridgton and in Lewiston for a week. Really sick. The doctors and nurses both got me feeling much better and I can breathe again. Thank you for cards, folks.

I had written earlier that the rope for the bell at the Edes

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Indoor yard sale

HARRISON — There will be a public indoor yard sale on Saturday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Caswell Conservancy Center, 42 Main St. in Harrison.

Six- and eight-foot tables are available for people to rent and sell items at this event. To reserve a table (while they last!) please call Muffett Crowell at 850501-2709.

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Sash saw works at Scribner’s Mill

SEBAGO — On Saturday, June 22, Deb Perkins will present Landscaping for Wildlife in your Garden, Backyard, and Beyond at 7 p.m., in the Spaulding Memorial Library, 282 Sebago Rd. (Rt. 114), Sebago.

This program is free and open to the public — all are welcome to attend. For further information call 7872321.

Scribner’s Mill opening June 15

HARRISON — Scribner’s Mill and its Homestead will be open for tours on Saturday, June 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. If you want to know what a wrag wheel is, what it looks like, and how it works this is a good time to visit. This part of the sash saw works will be delivered mid-week — just in time to be installed before our July 6 event celebrating the completion of the interpretive 1847 sash saw works.

The final linkage of the bellows to the pump arm has also been installed, so the replica of the wooden forge is now complete. Blacksmith Lucas Damen will be in the shop fashioning iron works

at the hearth. The shingle mill demonstration will take place at 2 p.m. in the long shed.

If you cannot visit the mill on the 15th, mark your calendar for the special opening on Saturday, July 6. In addition to celebrating the sash saw works, there will be a book-signing for the recently-published Scribner’s Mill; Its Early Beginnings, the Families, the Homestead, and Those Who Worked in the Mill, by Marilyn Hatch.

A $5 donation for each adult admission is requested.

Private or group tours are available by calling 207583-6455. For more information about the mill go to scribnersmill.org

DENMARK — The Denmark Arts Center is featuring comedy and lively tunes for the next two Saturdays.

Join Brownfield’s own Jake Jacobson as he hosts Lakeside Laugh Lab — Uncensored, a lineup of New England’s hardest working comedians, on Saturday, June 15.

Shawn Carter who, when he’s not headlining comedy clubs and colleges, is busy running the rooms that are creating the next generation of Boston comics. And Portland’s Ali Simpson, a smart and subtle up and comer to watch who is taking New England by storm.

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Carlos Angeles concert in Hiram

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Wheels & Water Show June 15-16

NAPLES — Father’s Day weekend is fast approaching, which means it’s time once again for the 29th Annual Watson’s Wheels & Water Transportation Show Friday through Sunday, June 14 to 16. The event will take place rain or shine at Sunrise Cove on the shores of Brandy Pond in Naples.

The Sebago Lions Club annual chicken barbecue dinner will be held at the show on Saturday, June 15 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

For more information and to register for the show call 318-0539 or visit their Facebook page.

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Naples Fire Department replacing the bell rope for the Edes Falls Community Hall.

Falls Community Hall had broken. Well, the Naples Fire Department brought the ladder truck over so Ed Cash could put on a new rope. NFD is very community-minded and we wish to thank them for all they do.

Rufus Porter Museum (Continued from Page 1B) shop in partnership with Stevens Brook Elementary School and The National Inventors Hall of Fame, and an ongoing presentation by artisan Tony Castro to unveil and restore a mural from the Silas Burbank House in Mt. Vernon, Maine.

The Rufus Porter Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution that celebrates the life and times of a true Yankee genius through exhibitions, lectures, children’s programs, and special events. It is located at 121 Main St. in Bridgton and is open to the public from June to October. For more information, visit rufusportermuseum.org

Neptune’s Car of Neptune’s Car will be performing their vibrant lyrics and compelling melodies that tell stories rich in detail, from a miner’s life in A Blue Sky Turned to Rust to Emily Dickinson, told with lyrics as beautiful as the poet’s work. Steve,

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Heather Maloney at Dragonfly Barn Saturday, June 15

Heather Maloney, heralded by the New York Times for her “utterly gorgeous, visceral” music, will be playing at the Dragonfly Barn in Bridgton on Saturday, June 15, the day after the release of Soil in the Sky on Signature Sounds, her fourth full-length album.

Soil in the Sky is a collective memory stitched together from personal and universal ecstasy and loss into a collage of tremulous folk, existential ballads, and assertive rock that looks a lot like life.

The album is rounded out by an allstar cast including longtime collaborator Ryan Hommel, Griffin Goldsmith, Jared Olevsky, Reed Sutherland, Dave Eggar,

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Calendar BRIDGTON Sat., June 15 — Horseshoe tournament, 2 – 4 p.m., mid-day matinee, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Lake Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., behind old Bridgton Hospital. FMI 803-8707.

Mon., June 17 — Energy Healing and Polarity Therapy, 2 – 3 p.m., Lake Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., behind old Bridgton Hospital. FMI 803-8707.

Mon., June 17 — Bridgton Community Band rehearsal, 7 – 9 p.m., Stevens Brook Elementary School. All who play an instrument are welcome.

FMI Dick Albert, band president, dickalbert43@ gmail.com Tues., June 18 — Free stretch and movement class, 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.; Healthy Relationships, 1 – 2 p.m., Lake Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., behind old Bridgton Hospital. FMI 803-8707.

Fri., June 21 — Special summer solstice open house, activities all day, barbecue noon to 2 p.m., Lake Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., behind old Bridgton Hospital. FMI 803-8707.

Fri., June 21 — Art of Floral Arranging, bring vase and flowers of choice, 1 to 4 p.m., Lake Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., behind old Bridgton Hospital. FMI 803-8707.

Mon., June 24 — Bridgton Community Band rehearsal, 7 – 9 p.m., Stevens Brook Elementary School. All who play an instrument are welcome.

FMI Dick Albert, band president, dickalbert43@ gmail.com Tues., June 25 — Food pantry, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 S. High St. All welcome. FMI 647-2334 or 743-2606.

DENMARK Fri., June 14 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, moderate hike: Green Mountain (1,907 ft.), Effingham, N.H. Meet at the Denmark Congregational Church 8 a.m. FMI 7562247.

Sat., June 15 — June Bug Show, noon to 4 p.m., Denmark Arts Center gallery. Free and open to public.

Sun., June 16 — Movie: The Wife, starring Glenn Close, 1 p.m., Denmark Public Library, 121 E. Main St. Free and open to public.

FMI 452-2200.

Tues., June 18 — Book discussion: The Wife, by Meg Wolitzer, 6:30 p.m., Denmark Public Library, 121 E. Main St. Free and open to public. FMI 4522200.

Fri., June 21 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, arduous hike: Moat Mountain Traverse (3,196 ft.), North Conway, N.H. Easy hike: Diana’s Bath

(789 ft.), North Conway, N.H. Meet at the Denmark Congregational Church 8 a.m. FMI 756-2247.

Sat., June 22 — June Bug Show, noon to 4 p.m., Denmark Arts Center gallery. Free and open to public.

FRYEBURG Fri., June 14 — Roast turkey dinner, 5 – 6:30 p.m., East Conway Community Hall, East Conway Rd., East Conway, N.H. Suggested donation $12 for adults, $6 for children. Proceeds support Fryeburg Historical Society programs.

HARRISON Thurs., June 20 — Community lunch, Caswell House, 42 Main St. Doors open 11:30 a.m., lunch served at noon, followed by games and bingo with prizes. No set charge, donations accepted. FMi 850-501-2709.

Sat., June 22 — Edes Falls Sewing Circle baked bean supper, sittings at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., 319 Edes Falls Rd. Adults $8.50, children $ 3.25. All welcome.

LOVELL Fri., June 14 — Story Swap, noon to 1:30 p.m., Charlotte Hobbs Library.

Open topic. Free and open to public. Bring a story to tell or just come listen.

SEBAGO Sat., June 15 — Pancake breakfast, 8 – 11 a.m., Sebago Town Hall, 46 Bridgton Rd. Proceeds benefit Sebago Fire and Rescue.

WATERFORD Thurs., June 13 — Waterford Historical Society meeting, 7 p.m., Old Town House Museum, Waterford flat. Potluck refreshments, program: C.D. Morse, Undertaker and Entrepreneur, by Bill Fillebrown. All welcome.

Sat., June 15 — Public dance with Phil n the Blanks, Waterford Fairgrounds, North Waterford. BYOB, 21+, light snacks available, free ice. $10 per person.

FMI Lisa 890-7669.

AREA EVENTS Sat., June 15 — Women Wonder, dance, mime, comedy, 7:30 p.m., Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Rd., South Paris. FMI and tickets www.CelebrationBarn.com or 743-8452.

Sun., June 16 — Finnish American Society meeting, 2 p.m., Finn-Am Center, 8 Maple St., West Paris.

Program: Dale Pirainen speaking on 1918 Finnish Civil War. Coffee table available. Free and open to the public.

Sat., June 22 — Avner the Eccentric’s Exceptions to Gravity, masterful physical comedy, 7:30 p.m., Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Rd., South Paris. FMI and tickets www.CelebrationBarn.com or 743-8452.

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ONGOING WEEKLY DAILY Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond.

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

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Taoist Tai Chi beginner class, 9 – 10:30 a.m., 41 Depot St., Bridgton Sebago Food Pantry, 9:30 – 11 a.m. (also 4 – 6 p.m. on 4th Mon.) Nazarene Church, Rte. 114. FMI 7875105.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m. – noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Yarn Activity Groups, 1 – 3 p.m. Caswell Conservancy Center, Main Street, Harrison.

Bridge, 1 p.m., Bradley St., Fryeburg. Runs yearround.

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

Kids After School Book Club, 3:30 p.m., Harrison Village Library, 4 Front St. FMI 583-2970.

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

Bible Study, 6:30 p.m., Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m..

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

TUESDAYS Taoist Tai Chi continuing class, 9 – 11 a.m., Harrison Congregational Church.

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

Veteran Service Officer Kelly Ela office hours, 9 a.m. – noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m., set practice, Town Hall, Bridgton.

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

Tunes for Tots, 10 – 11 a.m., Bridgton Public Library.

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

Technology Help, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Bridgton Public Library Storytimes, 10:30 a.m., Casco Public Library, 5 Leach Hill Rd, Casco.

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Community Lunch, noon, Sebago Nazarene Church, $3.50 suggested donation.

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

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

Adult Knitting, 1 – 3 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

Scrabble Club, 1:3– 2:30 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram.

FMI 625-4650.

LEGO Club, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

Storybook Club, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

Yarn Junkies, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Casco Public Library.

Harrison Food Bank, 3 – 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd. FMI Sandy Swett 647-3384.

Al-Anon Bridgton, 7 p.m. Newcomers Meeting, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Open Meeting, St. Joseph Catholic Church.

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

WEDNESDAYS Free Breakfast and Fellowship, 7:30 – 9 a.m., Naples United Methodist Church, Village Green, (snow date Friday, same time). FMI 693-6594.

Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 – 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street.

FMI 647-2402.

Taoist Tai Chi beginner class, 9 – 10:30 a.m., 41 Depot St., Bridgton Story Time, 9:30 a.m., Denmark Public Library, Rte. 117.

Strength in Serenity, 10 a.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m. – noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Kids’ Knitting, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Bridgton Public Library Sweden Food Pantry, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Sweden Community Church.

Rte. 93. First and third Wednesday of the month only.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Men’s support group, 11:15 a.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org Art Wednesdays, 1 – 7 p.m., Harrison Village Library, 4 Front St. Otisfield Sewing & Craft Group, 1 – 3:30 p.m. (every Wed, except 3rd Wed. of mo.), Community Hall.

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

Mah Jongg, 1 – 4 p.m., Bridgton Community

Center.

Conversational Spanish, 4 – 4:45 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

Grief, Loss, and Transition support group, 4:14 – 5:15 p.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr. FMI 8038707.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 5:30 p.m., BHPG conference room, old Bridgton Hospital, 25 Hospital Dr. FMI 615-7680.

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

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

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 – 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

THURSDAYS Rotary Club Meeting, 7:15 a.m.

Bridgton Community Center.

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

Veteran Service Officer Kelly Ela office hours, 9 a.m. – noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Taoist Tai Chi beginner class, 9 – 10:30 a.m., 41 Depot St., Bridgton Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m., new beginner class, Town Hall, Bridgton.

Gathering Place for Seniors, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, Rte. 5. FMI 9251321.

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

Read to Teddy the certified therapy dog, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Casco Public Library, 627-4541.

All Recovery, 11 a.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Knotty Knitters, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram.

FMI 625-4650.

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

PTSD group, 5:30 p.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org Chickadee Quilters, 6:30 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

FRIDAYS Coffee Call, 8 – 11 a.m., Caswell Conservancy Center, 42 Main St., Harrison.

Jumpin’ Janes Senior

Fitness, 9 – 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street.

FMI 647-2402.

Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m., beginner practice, Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street, Bridgton Preschool Storytime, 10 – 11 a.m., Bridgton Public Library.

Harrison Farmers Market, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., located at the turnout on Rte. 117, just before the bridge.

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

Pickup Volleyball, 6:30 – 9 p.m., Casco Community Center gym, 940 Meadow Rd., Free, all levels welcome. Bring sneakers, water, knee pads. Call 6274187 FMI and to reserve a spot.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org SATURDAYS Bridgton Farmers Market, 9 a.m. – noon, United Methodist Church, 214 Main St., Bridgton Sebago Clothes Closet, 9 a.m. – noon. Free clothing, footwear, and bedding for Maine citizens. Warming hut next to Church of Nazarene, Rte. 114, Sebago.

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Taoist Tai Chi continuing class, 9 – 11 a.m., 41 Depot St., Bridgton Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m. – noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Storybook Club, 10 – 11 a.m., Bridgton Public Library.

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

Farmers’ Market, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell.

Bible Study, 11 a.m. – noon, Caswell Conservancy Center, Main Street, Harrison.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org AA Meeting, O/BB/D/ A/L, 7 – 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St. AA Beginners & Group Mtgs., 7 – 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

SUNDAYS Alcoholics Anonymous, 12 p.m., Lakes Region Recovery Center, 25 Hospital Dr., back of campus, make right at ambulance garage. FMI lrrcbridgton.org Ping Pong, 1 – 4 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street, seven tables, equipment provided free.

Read to Teddy the certified therapy dog, 4 – 5 p.m., Casco Public Library, 627-4541.

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

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Advanced guitar workshops

DENMARK — Multifaceted guitarist Gary Polhemus will be teaching a five-part series of advanced guitar workshops at the Denmark Arts Center this summer. The workshops will be held at 7:30 p.m., on the third Tuesday of the month starting on Tuesday, June 18, and continuing on July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 17, and Oct. 15.

These workshops begin with a 30-minute lecture on an advanced topic, followed by at least 10 min-

utes per student one-onone with Gary to discuss particular questions and topics. Advanced picking styles, dynamics, chord theory, scales, and modes are among the subjects that will be covered during the sessions. The workshops also provide a great way to net- Rod MacKenzie, Peter Lewis, and Peter White perwork with other guitarists. forming in Bermuda in the mid 1970s. (photo credit The cost for the series of Gary Roger Marshall of Hamilton, Bermuda.) workshops is $50 and parJACKSON, N.H. — Mountain Top Music Center ticipants can register online or by mail. For more infor- announces the continuation of the MacKenzie Lewis mation please e-mail info@ White Scholarship and Benefit Concert on Sunday, June 23, starting at 6 p.m. on the porch of the Shannon Door denmarkarts.org Restaurant in Jackson, N.H. Since Peter Lewis’ untimely death in 1986, the benefit concert has funded a scholarship for a Mount Washington Valley high school senior who is continuing their education in music or music education. Kennett High School graduate Riley Parkhurst was awarded the last scholarship in 2017 to help her continue her studies at Berklee College of Music. The previous concert organizers have now asked Mountain Top Music Center to assume future responsibility for the scholarship.

This special benefit concert could not be possible without the generosity of The Shannon Door Restaurant, which has once again offered their lovely porch for the event. Dinner will be available on the porch before and during the concert.

The event is open to the public — everyone is invited to come enjoy early summer and a fabulous night of music. The tentative list of performers includes

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Davey Armstrong, Kevin Dolan, Jonathan Sarty, Al Shafner, Simon Crawford, Al Hospers, Dennis O’Neil, Jon Deveneaux, Riley Parkhurst, Ryan St. Onge, and many more to be named later.

Tickets are $20 each and will be sold in advance at http://www.mountaintopmusic.org/concert-series/

2016 Scholarship winner Riley Parkhurst. (photo credit Thomas G. Messert Photography) Seating is limited on the porch and the concert is expected to sell out. For more information e-mail office@ mountaintopmusic.org

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(Continued from Page 2B) making. In her own artwork she mainly explores the medium of geli printmaking. Many of her pieces are inspired by her travels to South America and proceeds from all sales go directly to the project. For more information about her work and the Ecuadorian Arts Initiative visit www.sarahshepley.com Please join Gallery 302 in celebrating the art of Sarah Shepley at a reception on Friday, June 28, from 5 to 7 p.m.

One half hour before the reception, Sarah will give a talk on the Ecuadorian Arts Initiative. The talk and reception are free and open to the public. All are welcome. Gallery 302 is located at 112 Main St., in Bridgton. For more information call 647-2787 or visit gallery302.com

cates a strong possibility that this tribal group made seasonal use of Otisfield’s lakes and streams.

The meeting is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served.

All are welcome to attend.

Maine Lobster Express

CASCO — The Sensational Summer Strawberry Shortcake Saturday Night Supper at the Casco Village Church U.C.C., originally scheduled for Saturday, June 22, has been rescheduled for the following Saturday, June 29, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The change is due to the late spring — the strawberries will not be ripe on June 22. The dinner will still include baked beans, casseroles, salads, rolls, beverages, and fresh strawberry shortcakes, all for only $8 for adults and $5 for children eight and under. Families with small children dine for a maximum of $21. The event is sponsored by the church’s Membership Committee.

Images of Ecuador at Gallery 302

tioned any Abenaki activity within the town, a few years ago a team of anthropologists discovered and studied a permanent native American settlement at the site of the present Walmart store in Oxford. This indi-

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(Continued from Page 3B) a founding member of Old Crow Medicine Show. You can hear several influences in Steve and Holly’s music, from vivid storytelling like John Prine’s, to intricate guitar work inspired by Tony Rice. If you want watertight harmonies, tasty guitar, and solid songs, look no further than Neptune’s Car. Tickets $8 – $15.

at 7 p.m., in the Old Town House, 53 Bell Hill Rd., in Otisfield.

Mr. Stowell, who lives in West Gardner, has spoken to numerous groups on this subject. Although Otisfield histories have never men-

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OTISFIELD — On Thursday, June 20, the Otisfield Historical Society will present historian Peter Stowell speaking on Lost Indian Tribes of Western Maine as its June program.

The meeting will be held

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Bike Day at Maine State Museum Saturday, June 22

AUGUSTA — Yes, it’s true — Women rode to suffrage on bicycles! Grab a bike and join the Maine State Museum, Bicycle Coalition of Maine, and the Maine State Library in a free, fun-filled family event on Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Commemorate the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote and, at the same time, learn about the benefits of safe, relaxed bike riding in a beautiful place.

All activities begin in front of the Maine State Museum, 230 State St. in Augusta.

The day begins at with a bicycle rodeo in the parking area in front of the Maine State Museum. Geared for ages four to 10, this is an obstacle course designed to allow children to have fun while practicing bike handling and safety skills. It also includes a “helmet check” to ensure all helmets are fitted correctly and an “ABC” bicycle check to make sure the tire air pressure is okay, the brakes are effective, and the chain is in good condition. A bike mechanic from Mathieu’s Cycle & Fitness in Farmingdale will be on site to help with any necessary bike repairs.

At 11 a.m., the Bicycle Coalition of Maine will lead a relaxed slow 2.5-mile ride from the Maine State

Two women with bicycles, Aroostook County, ca. 1910.

(Isaac Simpson, photographer. Collection of the Maine State Museum) Museum along the Kennebec River Rail Trail and back.

This ride is for bicyclists of all ages. Participants are welcome to enjoy more of the

trail on their own if they wish.

Free activities continue at the Maine State Museum and Maine State Library exploring the importance of bicy-

cling to the women’s right to vote movement. Bicycling and other sports meant changes to women’s clothing and visitors are invited to join a bicycling and suffragist fashion contest at 10:30 a.m.

Come dressed as a suffragist or in your favorite biking costume from the past. Prizes will be awarded. Get creative and make a suffrage sash to show support for women’s right to vote! Finally, visit the Maine State Library and the Maine State Museum to learn more about women’s long road to the vote.

All events are free and open to the public. The Maine State Library and the Maine State Museum will offer free admission all day. A signed liability waiver form is required for all cyclists to participate in riding events and helmets are mandatory.

The Maine State Museum and Maine State Library are co-sponsoring this event with the Bicycle Coalition of Maine. The coalition is a statewide organization that has led the effort since 1992 to make Maine better for bicycling and walking by protecting the rights and safety of cyclists and pedestrians through education advocacy, legislation, and encouragement. Learn more at bikemaine.org

Jazz history workshop

CONWAY, N.H. — Mountain Top Music is pleased to announce that Mike Sakash will be presenting his popular Jazz History course on Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. at the Journey Church, 15 Hutchins Dr., in Conway, N.H. (near the corner of Rtes. 302/Eastman Rd. and 113). This year’s course is entitled 1959, The Year That Changed Jazz.

Musicians and jazz historians often identify 1959 as one of the richest and most diverse years in jazz history. Through musical demonstrations, class discussion, and guided listening, class members will discover the unique characteristics of each recording and the impact each album had on subsequent generations of jazz musicians.

The classes will explore eight revolutionary jazz albums recorded in 1959. The series kicks off on June 26 featuring Kind of Blue by Miles Davis, followed by Giant Steps

by John Coltrane, Time Out by Dave Brubeck, Portrait in Jazz by Bill Evans, Ah Um by Charles Mingus, The Shape of Jazz To Come by Ornette Coleman, Blowin’ the Blues Away by Horace Silver, and ending with Sketches of Spain Mike Sakash playing saxophone

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HARRISON — On Saturday, June 29, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Maine author Mark Griffin will discuss his new book, All That Heaven Allows: A Biography of Rock Hudson, at the Harrison Village Library. The talk will be followed by a book-signing and a screening of a documentary about Hudson’s Hollywood career, which Griffin produced and narrated.

Universal Pictures recently optioned All That Heaven Allows and plans are under- Author Mark Griffin way to adapt the book into a big- screen biopic, to be directed and produced by Greg Berlanti (director of Love, Simon).

For additional information about the event and the book, please visit www.harrison.lib.me.us and www.markgriffinauthor.com

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(1959–1960) by Miles Davis and Gil Evans on Aug. 14.

Saxophonist Mike Sakash performs locally and with the 18-member Portland Jazz Orchestra, and teaches jazz on both saxophone and clarinet at Fryeburg Academy and Mountain Top Music. Before coming to the Mount Washington valley, he was an Associate Professor at Washington and Jefferson College in Pennsylvania. He is currently the Chairman of the award-winning Arts Department at Fryeburg Academy.

The jazz history classes are open to the public as a series and on a walk-in basis. The cost is $80 for all eight classes, or $15 per class for drop-ins. For more information or to register in advance for the entire series, visit www.mountaintopmusic.org or call (603) 447-4737.

RAYMOND — The Raymond Arts Alliance is happy to announce that The Lakes Region Writer’s Guild will now be included under its umbrella. The newly-launched LRWG will meet on Tuesday afternoons, once a month for now. All writers are welcome to the group’s inaugural meeting at 2 p.m., on Tuesday, June 25, at the Raymond Village Library, 3 Meadow Rd. Writers of every genre and confidence level are highly-encouraged to attend and discuss their hopes and expectations for a writer’s group. Please RSVP to MaryTherese Duffy at 712-6200.

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Preventing Type 2 Diabetes NORWAY – Community members are preventing type 2 diabetes together with the PreventT2 lifestyle change program offered

by Stephens Memorial Hospital. Guided by a trained lifestyle coach, participants are learning the skills they need to make lasting changes such as losing a modest amount of weight, being more physically active, and managing stress.

People with prediabetes — higher-than-normal blood glucose (sugar) levels — are five to 15 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those with normal blood glucose levels. In fact, many people with prediabetes can be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes within 5 years.

“One in three American adults has prediabetes, so the need for prevention has never been greater,” said Betty Sirois, MSN, RN, and Certified Diabetes Nurse Educator. “The PreventT2 program offers a proven approach to preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes through modest lifestyle changes made with

the support of a coach and one’s peers.”

Participants learn how to eat healthy, add physical activity to their routine, manage stress, stay motivated, and solve problems that can get in the way of healthy changes. PreventT2 groups meet for a year — weekly for the first six months, then once or twice a month for the second six months to maintain healthy lifestyle changes. The program’s group setting provides a supportive environment with people who are facing similar challenges and trying to make the same changes. Together participants celebrate their successes and find ways to overcome obstacles.

PreventT2 is part of the National Diabetes Prevention Program, led Ainsley McKenney of Patch Farm in Denmark shows by the Centers for Disease off some of this week’s rhubarb harvest.

Control and Prevention (CDC). The local program will begin on Tuesday, July 9, and meets in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Boardroom on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 6 p.m.

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While technically a vegetable, rhubarb is often treated as a fruit. The leaves are poisonous and not fit to eat, but the stalks are used in pies, sweet breads, and pound cakes, as well as chutneys, tangy sauces to pour over ice cream, and as a compliment to sweet treats. But what 2019 about using rhubarb as a savory addition to a meal to

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Heat the olive oil in a thick-bottomed pot and fry the chicken pieces until golden brown all over. Remove from pot and set aside.

Fry the onions and garlic for about five minutes, stirring often and without adding any extra oil. Add the pepper and turmeric and fry a little bit while stirring constantly. Add chopped tomatoes and let cook for about three minutes. Add honey, lime juice, and the chopped rhubarb. Add chicken back to the pan and pour in the hot chicken stock. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered on medium-low heat for about 1½ hours, stirring from time to time.

Add salt and maybe more honey or lime juice to taste.

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Discover art in Sebago

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SEBAGO — A group of Sebago artists will open their studios and welcome visitors from near and far as part of the second annual Open Studios Day on Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Open Studios Day highlights the historical importance of artists in the town of Sebago and will provide an opportunity for visitors and town residents alike to interact with practicing artists and to purchase unique made-in-Sebago arts and crafts items.

Participating artists will showcase work in a range of materials and media, including oil and gouache sketches and paintings, watercolor paintings, drawings, collage and mixed media, stone work, glasswork, photog-

Top: Gene Bahr, taxiderm; center: David Allen, Granite Portal; Bottom: Nancy Fitch, Stained Glass raphy, printed paper goods, wildlife art, fiber art and more. Participating artists include: Wendy Newcomb, Richard Allen, Sarah ParrottBianculli, David Allen, Nancy Fitch, Gene Bahr and Donna Kantor.

A map with studio locations will be available around town and each location will be identified during open hours by a colorful Sebago Artists sign.

The Sebago Artists group is an informal collective of Wendy Newcomb, Spring Gorge artists who live or work in Sebago and whose goal is to support the Arts in Sebago through special events and programs. In addition to the Open Studios Day, the group runs a children’s art activity at Sebago Days this summer and also supports the arts at Sebago Elementary School and in the community through volunteer participation and the SPICE program (Sebago Partners In Community Education).

Art makes the world a better place by asking us to stop, look, and wonder.

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CONWAY, N.H. — M&D at Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse will be holding auditions for the musical Little Shop of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menkin, as directed by Eric Jordan. The auditions will be held at 2760 White Mountain Highway in North Conway, N.H., on Sunday, June 16, and Monday, June 17, at 7 p.m.

Meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” — after his coworker crush.

This foul-mouthed, R&Bsinging carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it…BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards

global domination.

Nine roles available (three female and six male) as well as ensemble.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script and a singing audition. This musical requires singing ability on several levels, so actors should prepare a singing audition they feel demonstrates their musical theatre style and abilities. Please bring a karaoke/accompaniment track of your song on a flash drive to the audition.

Performance dates for “Little Shop of Horrors” are Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 15, through Sept. 1.

For more information about M&D and the auditions call (603) 733-5275, visit www.mdplayhouse.com or e-mail info@mdplayhouse.com

Area Events (Continued from Page 3B) Hancock Avenue in Hiram, on Sunday, June 16, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Carlos utilizes a variety of styles with acoustic accompaniment and always puts on a good performance. All are welcome to come and bring a friend. This is a BYOB event. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. For more information call 625-4650 or e-mail soldiersmemoriallibraryfriends@ gmail.com

Christian Woman United meeting

SOUTH PARIS — Christian Woman United will hold a meeting on Tuesday, June 18, at 11:30 a.m., at the South Paris First Congregational Church, 17 East Main St., in South Paris. Charlie and Pam Reed will be the guest singers for the program. Please contact Janice at 743-5770 for reservations.

Pickwick Club meeting

AUBURN — The Pickwick Club, Maine’s Dickens reading and discussion group, will meet at the Auburn Library, the group’s kind sponsor, on Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to noon. Dickens’ Sketches by Boz, Characters and Tales is the book to be discussed. The meeting will be moderated by Joanne Morse. The Auburn Public Library is located at 49 Spring St. in Auburn. For more information call Joanne at 583-6957 or Alexis at 779-8979.

Regional Sports

June 13, 2019, The Bridgton News, Page 1C

FA stunned by 7th inning rally STANDISH — They were a strike away from getting to softball’s biggest game.

Then, it fell apart for Fryeburg Academy.

The Raiders saw a 2-0 lead vanish in the bottom of the seventh inning Tuesday night as top-seed York (16-3) rallied for three runs to stun FA in the Class B South title game played at St. Joseph’s College in Standish.

With freshman Camden Jones getting the nod to pitch over sophomore Emelia DeSanctis (Jones pitched against York in the second meeting and FA lost 4-3), the rookie seemed to be on the verge of out dueling Player of the Year, York’s ace Abby Orso. Jones allowed just three hits on the night, while striking out nine by using a good mix of fastball and change-up.

FA manufactured their runs. Morgan Fusco scored in the first, reaching after being hit by Orso’s first pitch. Fusco stole second and scored on an error.

In the fourth, senior Tina LeBlanc walked, stole second, advanced to third on an overthrow and scored on Paige O’Connell’s ground out to first.

Coming in, FA Coach Fred Apt felt his team put players on against York in their last meeting, which settled the seeding question with the Cats earning top billing, but were unable to get a hit or put the ball in play to score.

This time, they did.

But, the Raiders learned the painful lesson that defense is what decides championships. After a strong defensive outing against Cape Elizabeth in the semifinals Saturday, the Raiders came unglued. Three miscues opened the door for the Wildcats to burst FA’s title bubble.

Jill Carr got the ball rolling for York when she reached on an error. Carr advanced to second on a passed ball and moved up on a ground ball out. Coach Apt then rolled the dice, intentionally walking Orso (who stole second) and catcher Kayla Dredge to load the bases. The strategy appeared to be working for the Raiders when Jones induced a pop up. The catch was made, but second baseman Kayrin Johnson tried to close out the game by trying to double up Carr at third. The ball sailed and Carr scored.

Jones had two strikes on York’s Meg Bachelder, who delivered a clutch line drive base hit to left, scoring Orso to tie the game.

Sometimes, a big hit comes in the form of a dribbler.

With a pinch runner in for Dredge, Isabelle Babcock got enough of a pitch to put the ball in play. Jones fielded the dribbler out in front of the plate and fired the ball toward first baseman Maddie Darling to end the inning. But, the ball sailed into right field and York plated the game winner.

York advances to the Class B state game against defending champ Brewer at 12:30 p.m. Saturday right back at St. Joseph’s.

For the Raiders, who put together an incredible season, they are left with, “What if…”

BUSY DAY IN GOAL — There was no time for LR netminder Ethan McMurray to relax during last week’s playoff game as Waynflete peppered the goal and scored 18 in the victory over the Lakers, who were making the program’s first-ever playoff appearance.

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PUMPED UP RAIDERS — Senior Tina LeBlanc certainly provided the spark to get her Raider teammates pumped up during Saturday’s Class B South semifinals, bashing a three-run home run, and a RBI triple and double as Fryeburg Academy rallied for an 11-4 win over Cape Elizabeth.

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Going out in style

LeBlanc powers FA to semifinals win

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Tina LeBlanc wanted to make her last game at the Legion Field one she would always remember.

It will be hard to forget what the senior Raider shortstop did on the biggest stage.

LeBlanc blasted a RBI triple, bashed a three-run homer and made to acrobatic defensive stops that squashed potential rallies to lead Fryeburg Academy to an 11-4 victory Saturday in the Class B South semi-finals against Cape Elizabeth.

The victory propelled the second-ranked Raiders to the South championship against top-ranked York (see accompanying story).

Cape (the third seed) stunned the FA faithful in the first inning when Jess Robicheau connected on a 1 ball, 2 strike pitch for a deep drive to right-center that just cleared the fence for a tworun home run.

Despite giving up the long ball, Raider sophomore pitcher Emelia DeSanctis

regrouped and hurled a strong outing.

“I felt we could always come back. We’ve done it before. We did it against Lincoln. I left that pitch too much down the middle. It was supposed to be inside,” she said. “My teammates and coaches encouraged me to just hit my spots.

Sometimes, I’m a little off.”

LeBlanc was quick to offer words of encouragement and get her teammate back on her game.

“Her confidence is so much better. Last year, she really struggled with that coming in as a freshman.

This year, she has really grown. She is comfortable with the people behind her.

We all support her and keep her up. That confidence has shown through her pitching,” LeBlanc said. “She has practiced so hard, every practice, every day. She comes in with the biggest smile on her face wanting to learn and wanting to grow.”

One way LeBlanc helps the rookie hurler settle down is the short ritual they do at the mound at the start of every inning.

WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT, which is part of their every inning ritual with shortstop Tina LeBlanc, helped settle down sophomore pitcher Emelia DeSanctis (right) during Saturday’s semifinals.

“It started freshman year relaxed. We go from there,” when. Coach Apt told me LeBlanc explained. to talk to her and try to LeBlanc had no doubts calm her down. I thought, oh that the Raiders would find well, I’ll do it every inning their stride and rally.

“We’ve had a lot of and it became a ritual we do. We have a little talk, she games that we’ve fallen gets relaxed and she gets me RAIDERS, Page 3C

Lake Region recaps BOYS’ LACROSSE Waynflete 18, Lakers 2: The Lakers’ first lacrosse playoff appearance didn’t go quite as planned.

“It was pretty lopsided,” Laker Coach Josh Plowman said of Waynflete’s dominant 18-2 victory. It was a far cry from the teams’ regular season meeting, in which the Flyers pulled out a 19-12 win.

In the playoff rematch, Nate Bragdon-Clements and Peter Vigna scored for the Lakers in the first half.

BASEBALL Yarmouth 2, Lakers 1: Cody Allen was on the bump in the Class B South prelim playoff game against Yarmouth.

He pitched a great game, and went all six innings, giving up two unearned runs.

Those runs proved costly as the Clippers ended the Lakers’ season with a 2-1 victory.

“Cody really kept us in the game in key spots that could have gone sideways quickly,” Laker Coach Andrew Stacy said. “We didn’t execute on a few plays; a pick off to second allowed a runner to score and a couple of fielding errors led to them laying down a great bunt to get that second run. When you play Yarmouth, you just can’t give them anything. They are well-coached, and an extremely disciplined team.”

Offensively, Coach Stacy felt his Lakers had a spot or two where they either left guys on or some mistakes on the base paths kept them from putting the pressure back on Yarmouth.

“It wasn’t so much a different game plan. Last week, some things went poorly (in a 9-1 loss) and we didn’t rebound. This time around with it being a playoff game, I think the kids realized we had to stay focused on the moment. There are no more Heal Points or anything, it’s just 1 vs 1 and the better team wins. We did try and bunt a little more in a few spots, but nothing out of the ordinary.

We just wanted to keep the pressure on. In high school baseball, if you can keep pressure on a defense something good always happens,” Coach Stacy added. “I don’t think you can be upset with an 8-8 season and getting a playoff birth. However, I think, as a team, we felt like should have accomplished a little more (that could also be the coach side speaking which is never satisfied).”

Coach Stacy spoke highly of his great group of seniors.

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NOTHING BETTER THAN BEATING NUMBER 1 is what the Lake Region girls’ lacrosse team did by upsetting top-ranked Winslow in Saturday’s quarterfinal. It was the second straight year that Winslow was victim of a first-round defeat. Pictured are freshman Katie Keenan (left) and senior goalie Emily Lake. (Photos by Dena Dunn)

LR likes lax Cinderella role

Is there a little more magic left in these Lakers?

While the defending Class C state champion spent the season trying to build team chemistry after losing many starters to graduation, Coach David Keenan’s squad shocked top-ranked and undefeated Winslow 9-6 Saturday to earn a semifinal date yesterday (June 12) against North

Yarmouth Academy.

The Lakers (6-8) looked to avenge a 12-10 loss to NYA in the season opener.

For the second straight year, Winslow was upset in its first playoff game.

Despite the best efforts of the Lakers’ defense, Winslow still managed to have a 4-2 lead at halftime.

The second half didn’t start off much better with

Winslow increasing their lead to 5-2.

Then with just 19 minutes left in the game, the Lakers offense came alive and scored seven unanswered goals. Katie Keenan found Emma Brown in front of the net to make the score 5-3.

Winslow won the following draw, but Lake Region’s Rene Carver stole the ball, which ultimately ended up

in the stick of Mackenzie Siebert, who scored her first goal of the game to bring the Lakers within one.

The Lakers won the next two draws and Keenan found Siebert for two more goals in less than a minute to give Lake Region a 6-5 lead. Paige Davis, Shauna Hancock and Katie Keenan each added a goal to cap off LACROSSE, Page 2C

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Lakers like the role of lacrosse Cinderella

(Continued from Page 1C) a 9-6 victory for the Lakers.

In addition to Siebert and Davis; midfielders Bella Russo, Becca Roy and Brianna Sargent did a great job of controlling the ball on both ends of the field and the draws, Coach Keenan reported.

On the defensive end for the Lakers, Shayla Dunn, Leah Cleavette, Alli Vogel, Elle Hall, Rene Carver and goalie Emily Lake all had

an outstanding second half holding Winslow to just two goals.

Lakers 15, Lincoln Academy 5: In the prelim last Wednesday, the Lakers got off to a quick start scoring in the first 18 seconds of the game and never looked back, ultimately winning 15-5.

The defense had another strong game including senior goalie Emily Lake who made 10 saves.

The offense also played extremely well, recording the most goals this season.

Paige Davis scored a gamehigh four goals, along with Shauna Hancock’s three goals and three assists; Katie Keenan also added three goals and three assists; Bella Ruso and Mackenzie Siebert each had a goal and an assist; followed by a goal apiece for Emma Brown, Leah Brogan and Brianna Sargent.

(Continued from Page 1C) “Truly young men who led us throughout the season in all types of situations. Mark Mayo, Chase Weese are big time veterans of the varsity and some big holes to fill at first base and catcher. Ryan Walker came back to us after a year at Windham and did a fantastic job in both hitting and pitching, throwing the clinching playoff game against Greely. Chris Harriman is a great young man who led from a different spot, but showed up every day wanting to help the team

get better. This group will be missed not for just their play, but the heart and soul of the team,” he said.

SOFTBALL York 5, Lakers 0: Facing the league’s top pitcher, the Lakers hoped to stay close to the top-ranked Wildcats in the Class B South quarterfinals last Thursday, and maybe, just maybe find a way late in the game to pull off the upset.

The Lakers had their chances, leaving five runners in scoring position.

“We kept the pressure on them all day, unlike the first

time we faced them (a 12-2 loss), but just couldn’t come up with the key hit,” LR Coach Wayne Rivet said. “I was very proud of how we competed, and managed to overcome a few mistakes that had the potential to allow York to pull away.”

Jordan Weese opened the game with a hit and stole second, but, with one out, York ace Abby Orso struck out two to end the threat.

It would be the theme all day, with the Lakers putting players on base only to see Orso notching a strikeout.

The Wildcat junior allowed six hits, but struck out 11.

She recorded a “K” in every inning, but the fifth.

The Cats took a 1-0 lead when Orso launched a 2-1 pitch high over the leftfield fence.

“We had intentionally walked her due to her homerun power in previous games, but our pitcher (Haley Fernald) had actually had some success against Orso, striking her out, and had yet to yield a hit in four plate appearances. Haley missed on her location, and Orso jumped on that pitch,” Coach Rivet said.

Fernald did have an answer for York catcher Kayla Dredge, who in previous meetings had worn out the LR hurler, hitting over .500. Fernald retired Dredge when third baseman Jordan Weese made a nifty stop at the hot corner.

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NO ROOM TO OPERATE are Lake Region defenders senior Paige Davis and sophomore Alli Vogel during Saturday’s playoff game against Winslow. The Lakers stunned topranked Winslow to advance to yesterday’s semifinal against NYA. (Photo by Dena Dunn) Julia Murch dropped a bunt for a hit, and moved up on a bad throw in the third frame. But, again, Orso ended the inning with a strikeout. The Cats looked to add to their lead, but the Lakers’ defense made some key stops. Freshman outfielder Kelsey Gerry made a strong throw to shortstop Brooke Harriman, who fired a strike to catcher Maddie Rock to cut down a runner looking to score from second on a base hit. Fernald escaped trouble by inducing a ground ball out.

In the fourth, York picked up an unearned run.

The Cats pulled away in the fifth inning by scoring three times on three hits and an error.

The Lakers broke up a string of eight straight outs as Murch collected her second bunt single and stole second, but Orso ended the threat with a strikeout and an infield fly ball out.

Orso walked with two out in the sixth (LR freshman right-fielder Sadie Tirrell made a nifty catch of a sinking line drive for an out), and one cue, she attempted to steal second on the first pitch to Dredge. Rock fired a strike to second, where shortstop Brooke Harriman made a sweeping tag of Orso, who failed to slide on the play, for the final out.

The Lakers would not go quietly. Harriman opened HIGHLIGHTS, Page 4C

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PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Alli Vogel broke into the starting Lake Region girls’ varsity lacrosse lineup as a freshman after just a couple of games last season and has been an important part of the defense ever since.

“This year, as a sophomore, she has taken over the key role in our backer defense,” Lake Region Coach David Keenan said.

“Alli is a gifted three-sport athlete and a fierce competitor, who is a pleasure to coach and always eager to improve.”

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

Name: Alli Vogel Year in School: Sophomore Hometown: Bridgton Parents: Jen and Ryan Vogel Sports you play: Field hockey, alpine skiing and lacrosse.

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June 13, 2019, The Bridgton News, Page 3C

Raiders flex their muscle to beat Capers scored on a wild pitch.

In the third, LeBlanc evened the game, bashing a 0-1 pitch to the rightcenter gap for a triple, scoring Morgan Fusco, who opened the inning with a walk. Cape’s Abby Cornell escaped further trouble by notching a strikeout on a 3-2 offering.

“We do a really good job at telling each other if we strike out what the girls is throwing. That first at bat, Morgan (Fusco) and Camden (Jones) were saying ‘look for something outside.’ She threw one to me high, and I waited for it, and drove it,” LeBlanc said of her RBI triple.

Cape regained the lead in the fourth. The frame started well for the Raiders as DeSanctis logged a strikeout and Fusco made a tough catch at the fence on a bunt attempt that popped up. But, a line drive that found the gap in left-center and two base hits plated the run.

Again, the Raiders were unfazed. Instead, they got rolling. A slap down the third baseline by Kayrin Johnson resulted in a high throw and safe call, enabling Darling (base hit) to score, With two out, Camden Jones walked, setting the stage for LeBlanc. On a 1-2 pitch, LeBlanc hammered a drive over the centerfield fence to put the Raiders up 8-4.

“I could feel it. When you have a hit like that, nine out of 10 times you know it’s going out. It was really exciting. It was exactly QUICK RELEASE on a what I wanted out of my bunt try by FA catcher last game here,” she said.

Not only did LeBlanc Morgan Fusco.

(Continued from Page 1C) behind early, and we as a team know that anything can happen. We’ve been ahead and lost games and we’ve come from behind to win. We never give up and keep cheering each other on. We believe in ourselves, and have faith in each other until the last out,” she said.

Cape went up 3-0 on a line drive hit to left, and a dash of small ball (two bunt singles).

Fryeburg closed the gap to 3-2 as Paige O’Connell opened the frame by ripping a pitch off the Cape shortstop’s glove. With two out, DeSanctis helped her own cause with a line drive to right, which skipped past the Cape outfielder and rolled to the fence, enabling O’Connell to score. The second run

BIG DEFENSIVE STOPS were made by the Raiders in their semifinal game Saturday against Cape Elizabeth including a running catch at the fence by freshman Camden Jones (left), a throw from her knees by second baseman Kayrin Johnson and a tag out at third base by Paige O’Connell.

(Rivet Photos) dazzle with her bat, she flashed the leather as well.

She took away a hit in the fifth by ranging up the middle to snag a hard drive and threw the runner out.

In the seventh, she closed out the Capers by going full speed out into shallow center to snag a fast, dropping flare.

“Tina’s backhand play could have been the game, it saved a run. She’s phenomenal. She wants to be the person that makes the big play,” FA Coach Fred Apt said. “She has really helped our younger players. We have a sophomore and freshman leading off, and Tina has instilled confidence with those kids. They believe in her.”

The Raiders kept their foot on the gas pedal by made a couple, it opened Darling on at first, and a and not being scared of tacking on three more runs the door. What I love about passed ball later enabled that team,” LeBlanc said. this team is if you make the Raiders to score another “Person for person, we’re in the sixth inning. better.”

“When Tina hit the home a mistake against us, we run.

As from the coach’s perDespite two errors in run to put us up 7-4, I felt make you pay. Good teams the seventh, the Raiders spective, “We’ll need a big we could keep going. But, do that.”

Johnson reached on an closed out the Capers and hit. We out hit them 9 to 5, with young players, you wonder if they will or if infield hit, and later scored advanced to the title game but we couldn’t string them they will be content where on LeBlanc’s RBI double. — and a rematch against together. We left seven they are. They wanted to Maddie McIntyre had some York, a team that handed runners, you can’t do that put Cape away,” Coach Apt good fortune working in the Raiders two of their against a team like that.

We gained some confidence said. “We took advantage her favor when the ball three losses.

How did the Raiders feel against them.” of it, scoring runs and hav- skipped off the front of the Confidently, the Raiders ing players move up. We plate and she beat the throw about the rematch?

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PLAYERS OF THE WEEK

Brandon Sargent

Emma Cole

With Lake Region looking for its first-ever boys’ lacrosse playoff appearance, Brandon Sargent came up big.

Sargent played extremely well in the final regular season game against Wells to help the Lakers clinch a first round playoff bye.

“Brandon had the opening goal of the game, which set the tone for the game,” Lake Region Coach Josh Plowman said.

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Josh is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.”

Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

Name: Brandon Sargent Year in School: Junior Hometown: Naples Parents: Mike Sargent and Suzie Mulhern Sports you play: Football, lacrosse Q. Why did you choose to play lacrosse?

I started playing in the sixth grade. I love contact sports.

Q. What is the most difficult part of the game? Trying to stay in the game mentally.

Q. What do you enjoy the most about the sport?

I love delivering hits.

Q. What do you feel you need to work on?

I need to focus on getting my teammates on the same page.

Q. Why is teamwork important? Our team has struggled with being a team, but when we play like a team, we’re unstoppable.

Q. What is the biggest impact your coach(es) have had on you? Coach Plowman and Coach Knapp have improved our program. We are one of the best teams in our class.

We used to be the worst.

Emma Cole has found a home on the Lake Region track & field team.

Emma competes in the 100 meters, long jump and sprint relay.

“She has had success in all three events this year. Emma is very pleasant and supportive of her teammates. I have admired and greatly appreciated how she takes charge of the sprint group during workouts,” Laker Coach Mark Snow said.

“She always reads the details of the workouts I prepare and is ready to lead the group through the drills. Emma’s dedication and attention have made it easier for me to prepare other aspects of the practice. I am happy that I will be able to count on her for the next few years.”

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

Name: Emma Cole Year in School: Sophomore Hometown: Bridgton Parents: Karen and Sven Cole Sports you play: Ski team, track & field School organizations: National Honor Society, ASTRA Club Q. Why did you choose to compete in track & field? I chose to do track because the team seemed really open to new people and it seemed like a fun experience.

Q. What is the most difficult part of competition? The mental part of it is the hardest. You are competing against yourself so it’s sometimes hard when you get down on yourself. You know you

BRANDON, Page 7C

GOOD SPORTS — Receiving the Sportsmanship Awards at the Varsity Club’s Athletic Awards Night last Thursday were seniors Emily Lake and Matthew Mayo.

(Rivet Photo)

Athletes get their Just Desserts

Laker athletes received their “just desserts” in the form of plaques, chords and cookies at the annual Athletic Awards night last Thursday in the school gymnasium.

The evening included video slideshows created by teacher John Mayo and his students, as well as short speeches by coaches as they introduced their respective

Varsity Club Award recipients.

There were a handful of special awards announced, as well as All-Conference and All-Academy selections. Here’s a recap: Sportsmanship Awards: Emily Lake and Matthew Mayo.

Athletic Director Paul True made the announcements.

Emily: This young lady is one of the most polite, nicest young ladies you would ever want to meet. The most meaningful compliment that I could pay this young lady is that her peers and coaches truly enjoy being around her. Her bright, big smile and positive attitude should be emulated by young student-athletes looking for a role model.

She is a three-sport athlete, competing in soccer, basketball and lacrosse.

This young lady is a quiet leader, leads by example, for what a loyal teammate should look like. She is respected by all and she in turn demonstrates respect for officials, opponents, coaches and her peers. She is a tireless worker, who DESSERTS, Page 5C

(Continued from Page 2C) the seventh with a liner to the left-center gap, followed by walks to Sadie Tirrell and Fernald. After a strikeout, Gerry singled. Unlucky for the Lakers, Tirrell was called out for interfering with the Cats’ shortstop.

Orso ended the game as she started it — with a strikeout.

Fernald finished with six strikeouts (bringing her season number to 147) and eight hits.

The Lakers finished with

a 10-8 mark.

At their end-of-the-season banquet Tuesday, special player awards were presented to: senior Savannah Silke and freshman Hannah Reed received the Coaches’ Award; junior Jordan Weese received the Most Improved Player Award; and seniors Haley Fernald and Maddie Rock received the Most Valuable Player Awards. Rock will represent the Lakers at the Senior Class A/B All-Star Game on

Thursday, June 20 at Colby College in Waterville at noon.

TRACK & FIELD Lake Region freshman Leah Plummer finished 22nd in the 400 meters at the New

England Championships on Saturday. She was seeded 31st and narrowly missed her personal record by only 0.2 seconds. It was a good ending to a great season, Coach Mark Snow said.

Lake Region sports highlights

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Alli Vogel (Continued from Page 2C) to be able to score.

Q. What is the biggest impact your coach(es) have had on you? He has given me the skills to have confidence while I play.

Q. How do you want people to view you as an athlete? A sportsmanlike competitor.

Q. Ten years from now, when you look back on your high school sports career, what do you think you will remember most? Winning the state championship (last year) for lacrosse.

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(Continued from Page 4C) at the end of every game or practice says, “Thank you and can I help you with anything?” She is selfless and is a tremendous inspiration of serving others. She is always offering to help others out.

She is simply the first one to step up to pick up a messy bench, cheer for her teammates, play through a tough injury, or volunteer to coach our youth. It is team first.

No matter what team she is on, and what role she may fill, they are better for it. Her loyalty is a breath of fresh air and provides a clear pathway for others to emulate.

Matthew Mayo: This young man is a crowd favorite wherever he goes. You can usually hear his peers call(Rivet Photos) ing out his name or cheering ATHLETES OF THE YEAR, Mark Mayo and Paige Davis. when he does well during competition. All done with the utmost respect and admiration that his peers have for him.

You never would hear this young man say a negative word to an official or the opponent he competes against. He seemingly loves the teams he participates on, and is always encouraging and upbeat. Never negative or focused on the outcome. On the field of competition, he is a positive, vocal presence. He is always positive and urging his teammates to give their best effort. Just a healthy perspective.

He is a three-sport athlete, competing in soccer, basketball and outdoor track & field. He shows up every day, works extremely hard and does what the coaches ask him to do. He simply is a pleasure to coach! If he is not giving his all in the athletic arena, you may find him on the stage or in the music room. His rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” on his trumpet gives me goose bumps. He is a well-rounded young man with a whole host of friends that respect him.

The teams Matthew competes on are better because of his presence. He may not be the fastest or able to jump the farthest, however, this recognition is symbolic of you — Matthew — always putting others first and being a great teammate!

Sonja Flanagin Kenniston Award (female Athlete of the Year): Paige Davis. She will attend Brin Mawr College and play field hockey. Sonja Flanagin Kenniston was a 1971 LRHS graduate who participated in field hockey, basketball, softball and track. She was never a star, captain or high scorer, but she was always first to practice, last to leave, and always helped taking care of the equipment. She was always the loudest cheering for all of her teammates.

She was a key individual through her leadership skills, bridging the community rivalries into a positive atmosphere. She was the first true “Laker.” After graduation, COACH DORS SPIRIT AWARD went to Cameron Sonja returned to Lake Region and did photography for Meserve. It was the inaugural presentation. classes and sports teams. Sonja was killed in an automobile Award will be given annually to a deserving cross-country accident in the mid 1970s. athlete who best exemplifies the attributes of loyalty, love Steve Gammon Award (male Athlete of the Year): for team and school, and a passion for sport. Coach Dors Mark Mayo. He will be attending the University of Maine coached at LRHS for 22 years. During his tenure, he at Farmington, and will be playing either basketball or inspired many student-athletes and rarely missed a Laker baseball or both. Steve Gammon was an exceptional home game in any sport. He always called you by name, scholar-athlete and a member of the Class of 1972. He was may not have been your correct name, but always by a two-sport athlete, competing in football and basketball. design. He went out of his way to speak to everyone and Steve was tragically killed. This award is given in his honor share a warm “hello.” Coach Dors was a Laker through and for his dedication and love for the game. through. He passed away unexpectedly in January 2018.

Coach of the Year: Scott Davis, alpine ski coach. A Reading the selection was Cameron’s sister, Delaney: 1991 LRHS graduate and attended St. Michael’s College This year’s recipient of the Dan Dors Spirit Award exempliand Maine Maritime Academy, Coach Davis has rebuilt fies the qualities and character of Coach Dan Dors. Coach the ski program. He “communicates clear expectations to Dors was genuine, kind, encouraging and tough. parents and athletes, sets high standards and the athletes Coach Dors and Cameron Meserve have a lot in comresponded…Coach Davis has been super-organized and has mon. a love for skiing that is contagious.” The Lakers captured Cameron is a kind and generous young man. During the both the girls’ and boys’ MPA Sportsmanship Banners this start of our regional cross-country meet, Cam and another past winter. “The message is loud and clear. Yes, it is pos- racer made contact and both fell to the ground. Cameron sible and should be an expectation to do things the right helped the other runner back up before continuing on to way on and off the field of competition. You can excel and race. do things the right way,” Athletic Director Paul True noted.

Cameron doesn’t complain, even if he’s not 100%. He Principal’s Award (grade point average of 90 or bet- runs hard all the time. ter, all-conference selection): Given to a senior who has Cameron leads by example. He supports and encourages excelled in leadership, academics and athletics — Paige not only his own teammates but other athletes.

Davis, Mark Mayo, Madison Rock, Neva Leavitt, Ryan Cameron, your efforts have inspired us. Your dedication Walker, Jessica Engstrom, Haley Fernald, Nate Bragdon- and positive attitude is uplifting and contagious. You conClements, Brooke Harriman tinually look to improve yourself as a student, as an athlete Varsity Club President’s Award: Emily Colson, presi- and as a person. Your kindness, your spirit, your generosity, dent; Paige Davis, Madison Rock, Emma Brown, Vice and your toughness are all qualities that this award stands Presidents for.

Varsity Club Awards Coach Dors would be so proud that a transplant from Awards given to the student who has exemplified Massachusetts – just like him — is the recipient of this outstanding qualities in their sport. It may be for ability, year’s Spirit Award. improvement, attitude, desire, cooperation or any combinaVolleyball: Savannah Silke tion of these attributes. Selections made by coaches.

Boys’ Soccer: Matthew Mayo Golf: Ryan Walker Girls’ Soccer: Madison Rock Rick Worthley Award: Justin Mushrow Girls’ Basketball: Brooke Harriman Cheering: Jessica Engstrom Boys’ Basketball: Mark Mayo Field Hockey: Shayla Dunn Alpine Skiing: Paige Davis, Logan Davis Football: Chase Weese Carol Youker Award: Brandon Beadnell. Carol Youker Cross-Country: Olivia Toole, Devyn Hatch was a member of the LRHS Class of 1970. She was a Dan Dors Spirit Award: Cameron Meserve. This is the VARSITY CLUB AWARDS, Page 6C inaugural presentation of the award. The Dan Dors Spirit

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Varsity Club Awards (Continued from Page 5C) skier with grace, speed, precision, daring, but most of all, had a love for the sport.

Carol grew up skiing, experiencing the sport first from a backpack on the back of her father, who was the Bridgton Academy Outing Club director. Once she took her first steps, Carol quickly advanced to skiing on her own. She skied for the Bridgton High School girls’ ski team and was on the first Lake Region H.S. ski team in 1970. Carol was a ski instructor at Pleasant Mountain before attending and graduating from Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Mont., with a degree in outdoor recreation.

She returned to New England after graduation and taught skiing in Maine and New Hampshire. Carol died in a car accident in New Hampshire in 1977. This memorial award was established to remember Carol’s skill and love for skiing, but also as much for her happy nature and likeable personality. She was enthusiastic, full of life and fun to be around. The award goes to someone who demonstrates all of these qualities.

Indoor Track: Leah Plummer, Jarod Maher Cheering: Emma Fagone Ice Hockey: Justin Mushrow Girls’ Tennis: Alyvia Wilson Boys’ Tennis: Lucien Wallace Track & Field: Emily Colson, Tim Moore Boys’ Lacrosse: Paul Vigna Girls’ Lacrosse: Emily Lake Softball: Haley Fernald Baseball: Chris Harriman Fall WMC All-Academic Football: Mark Mayo Field Hockey: Paige Davis, Shayla Dunn Boys’ Soccer: Lucien Wallace, Matthew Mayo Golf: Ryan Walker Girls’ Soccer: Emily Lake, Madison Rock, Neva Leavitt Cross-Country: Kennedy Brake, Olivia Toole, Emily Colson, Devyn Hatch, Andrew Gianattasio Cheering: Jessica Engstrom Winter WMC All-Academic Alpine Skiing: Paige Davis, Lucien Wallace Boys’ Basketball: Mark Mayo, Matthew Mayo, Ryan Walker, Dawson Smith Girls’ Basketball: Emily Lake Indoor Track: Kennedy Brake, Olivia Toole, Emily Colson, Emma Brown, Devyn Hatch Cheering: Jessica Engstrom Spring WMC All-Academic Baseball: Mark Mayo, Ryan Walker Softball: Madison Rock, Janessa Lavoie Boys’ Tennis: Lucien Wallace, Andrew

Gianattasio Girls’ Tennis: Olivia Toole, Alyvia Wilson, Jordan Magiera Girls’ Lacrosse: Paige Davis, Emily Lake, Shayla Dunn, Emma Brown, Neva Leavitt Track & Field: Matthew Mayo, Emily Colson, Dawson Smith Western Maine All Conference Cross-Country: Nathan Casali, first team; Jeffrey McCubrey, second team Field Hockey: Julia Murch, first team; Paige Davis, first team; Delaney Meserve, second team; Kaitlyn Plummer, honorable mention Boys’ Soccer: Nate Brandon-Clements, second team; Logan Parsons, honorable mention Girls’ Soccer: Neva Leavitt Football: Mark Mayo Golf: Ryan Walker, Noah Duprey Volleyball: Savannah Silke Boys’ Basketball: Mark Mayo, third team Girls’ Basketball: Shauna Hancock, second team Alpine Skiing: Paige Davis, Alli Vogel, Logan Davis Indoor Track: Leah Plummer, first team (high jump); Ciara Harriman, pole vault, school record 7-feet Boys’ Lacrosse: Paul Vigna, first team; Peter Vigna, first team; Nate BrandonClements, first team; Brandon Sargent, honorable mention Track & Field: Leah Plummer, first team (high jump); Madison Martin, first team (race walk); Tim Moore, second team (300meter hurdles); Ciara Harriman, pole vault record 7-feet, 6-inches Baseball: Mark Mayo, second team; Logan Davis, second team; Chase Weese, honorable mention; Hayden Tremblay, honorable mention Softball: Madison Rock, first team; Brooke Harriman, second team; Haley Fernando, honorable mention; Julia Murch, honorable mention Girls’ Lacrosse: Paige Davis, second team; Katie Keenan, second team; Shauna Hancock, honorable mention; Mackenzie Siebert, honorable mention

Sailing Club announces summer racing schedule The Lake Region Sailing Club is coming to the starting line of the 2019 summer season, and if you want to experience sailing and sailboat racing, your opportunity is only a phone call, e-mail or text away.

LRSC races every Tuesday evening and has several regattas on Saturdays. Precise dates are as follows: Saturday racing — July 6 and 27, Aug. 17 and 31, and Sept. 7. Typical start time is around 1 p.m.

Tuesday Night Racing will be held on June 25, July 9, 16, 23 and 30 and

Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27.

Start time is always 5 p.m., with the starting line in front of Lakeside Pines Campground.

The season will end with a Fun Race & Year End Trophies on Sept. 3.

Race cancellations may occur due to inclement weather such as heavy rain or chance of lightning.

LRSC communicates this by e-mail and Facebook page posting.

You can keep in touch by visiting the website at www.lakeregionsailing.com, or the Facebook page where the schedule is posted: https://www.face-

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Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips

by Allen Crabtree

New trail up Bald Ledge

Bald Ledge is an easy, short hike with nice views of Colcord Pond and Bickford Pond from the ledge, as well as an overlook to Devils Den. We have climbed it twice in the past, but not since the new trail to the summit was cut by the Francis Small Land Trust.

Also, Bald Ledge is now included in the new 2018 (11th) edition of the AMC Maine Mountain Guide hiking guide edited by Carey Kish. Prior to the new trail, Dianne Sinclair led us to the top using an old woods road, a snowmobile trail, and then bushwhacking to the summit. This was not difficult, but having a new trail made it easier.

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(Continued from Page 4C) could do better.

Q. What do you enjoy the most about track & field? I enjoy the social part and being able to somewhat choose my own workout for each day.

Q. What do you feel you need to work on? I need to work on my form in both running and jumping because it is a little sloppy.

Q. Why is teamwork important? It’s important because if you don’t have your teammates around to push you and cheer you on, you are doing everything yourself.

Q. What is the biggest impact your coach(es) have had on you? They have helped me understand having a bad day doesn’t mean I’m a bad athlete.

Q. How do you want people to view you as an athlete? I want them to see me as a strong athlete and a leader.

Q. Ten years from now, when you look back on your high school sports career, what do you think you will remember most?

I think I’ll remember all the fun I have had with all my teammates.

The approximately 1.5mile round trip to the summit of Bald Ledge and back takes no time at all, and this was more of a leg stretcher than a hike. However, we had a number of folks who hadn’t hiked with us all winter, so this was the first outing for several of them and a good one to start their summer hiking season with.

The trail follows an old woods road from the parking area off Danforth Road, then takes a hard right over a stone wall and climbs through mixed hardwoods to the summit. The trail isn’t too steep and the new trail markers (little red markers with turtles on them) are well-placed, although on the way down the mountain half of the group turned onto a snowmobile trail off the hiking trail — they found their way back with no incident. There are snowmobile trails in the area that are not marked and it is easy to get talking and wander off the marked hiking trail.

About Bald Ledge Bald Ledge has been part of the Francis Small

ADMIRING — Denmark Mountain Hikers admiring Colcord Pond from the summit of Bald Ledge.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) Heritage Trust holdings of public and protected lands since 2010. For years, the National Audubon Society had overseen a 25-acre parcel next to the ledges, a gift of the Giovanella family of the Bickford Pond area, who retained ownership of the ledges and approximately 200 additional acres. The Audubon Society transferred their holdings near Bald Ledge to the Francis Small

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(Continued from Page 4C) Q. How do you want people to view you as an athlete? I want to be known as someone who plays hard and tough on the field.

Q. Ten years from now, when you look back on your high school sports career, what do you think you will remember most? I will remember all the kids I have played with. It’s going to be rough leaving next year.

Heritage Trust, and the Forest Society of Maine holds an easement on the property.

Francis Small (Oct. 6, 1625 – ca. 1714) was an enterprising trader and landowner residing primarily in Kittery, Maine. He made the first recorded land purchase in what is now Maine and proceeded to amass so much that he was called “the great landholder.” He possessed the largest number of acres of anyone who ever lived in Maine.

There was a large group of Denmark Mountain Hikers on the trail to Bald Ledge on our May 31, 2019 outing — a total of 17 hikers and one dog.

Weather was perfect, and I am hopeful that we’ve broken the weather cycle of the last six weeks where it rains every Friday. Hiking time was only 20 minutes to the summit, and there were spring wildflowers to admire on the journey.

The Canada Mayflowers are now in bloom at the summit, and we found some Lady Slippers just about to burst into full blossom near the base of the mountain. In the next few weeks, keep your eyes open for Lady Slippers displaying their colorful flowers.

Bald Ledge in Oxford County, Porter, ME Difficulty – Easy Distance to summit– three-quarters of a mile Hiking time to summit – 1/2 hour Elevation – 1,187 feet Vertical gain – 400 feet Coordinates – 43° 51’ 44’’ N; 70° 56’ 35’’ W Topographic Map – USGS Cornish and Kezar Falls 7.5-minute quads / 44.10567; -71.094 Directions to the Trailhead: From Brownfield, take Main Street/Brownfield Road/ Eaton Road for 5.5 miles from the junction with Route 5/113 toward N.H.,

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TAKING A BREAK — Denmark Mountain Hiker Rachel Pickus and her dog Finn taking a break at the summit of Bald Ledge.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

IN BLOOM — Canada Mayflowers are now in bloom on Bald Ledge.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) turn south (left) on Porter Road for 2.2 miles. Porter Road becomes Kennard Hill Road — follow it for 1.6 miles to Danforth lane.

The Francis Small Heritage Trust trailhead is a quarter mile off Danforth Lane,

READY TO BURST — Lady Slippers are nearly ready to burst into bloom on Bald Ledge.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

where there is very limited parking along the road and a small clearing at the trailhead. I understand that there is also a snowmobile trail from Colcord Pond Road that climbs Bald Ledge from the south.

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College notes Hannah Ranco of Bridgton and Adam Canfield of Fryeburg were named to the Dean College (Franklin, Mass.) Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester.

Sarah Hancock of Casco was one of 462 seniors who graduated from Colby College in Waterville on May 26, 2019, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree at the college’s 198th Commencement. Sarah, who majored in Global Studies, attended Lake Region High School and is the daughter of Matthew and Tracy Hancock of Casco.

Jennifer Cole of Raymond was named to the Dean’s List at Endicott College in Beverly, Mass., for the spring 2019 semester. Jennifer is majoring in Communication, and is the daughter of Tucker Cole and Gail Cole. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must obtain a minimum grade point average of 3.5, receive no letter grade below “C,” have no withdrawal grades, and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits for the semester.

Eric Schroeder of East Baldwin was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering on Saturday, May 11, on the Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) campus quadrangle during the university’s 151st commencement ceremony.

Gavriella King of Raymond, class of 2019 at Connecticut College (New London), has been named to the Dean’s List for the 2019 spring semester, achieving Dean’s High Honors.

Gavriella is a Psychology major. Gavriella was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree at the 101st commencement ceremony on May 19.

Erin Greenlaw of Sebago, a Fine Arts major, and Tyler Harnden of Bridgton, a Marketing major, were named to the Plymouth State University Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.69 during the spring semester and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester.

Husson President’s List The following students have been named to the spring 2019 President’s List at Husson University: Casey Lynn Heath of Bridgton, a graduate student who is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Pharmacy program; Nicole M. Bodeau of Brownfield, a junior who is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Undergraduate Certificate in Counterterrorism and Security/Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration program; Mckenna A. Gerchman of Denmark, a senior who is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management/Master of Business Administration (MBA) program; Anna May Graham of Harrison, a graduate student who is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Pharmacy program; Delaney Kay Ennis of Raymond, a first-year student who is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Students who make the President’s List must carry at least 12 graded credit hours during the semester and earn a grade point average of 3.80 to 4.0 during the period.

Husson Dean’s List The following students have been named to the spring 2019 Dean’s List at Husson University. Students who make the Dean’s List must carry at least 12 graded credit hours during the semester and earn a grade point average of 3.60 to 3.79 during the period.

They include: Brandon David Grover of Naples, a sophomore who is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing management program; Kevin M. Flanagin of Raymond, a senior who is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Communications Technology with a concentration in video production program.

DIPLOMAS IN HAND — The SAD 61/72 Adult Education graduation was held last Wednesday at Lake Region High School. Proudly receiving their diplomas were (front, left to right) Amanda Hernandes, Briley Graves, Anaya Ward, Keiara Googins, Samatha Windmuller-Clark and Taale Thompson; (back row) Phil Hanson, Anthony Englehardt, McKenzie Cloyd, Emily Aviles, Alexander Scammon, Cameron Jackson and Seth Patnaude. Pictured below are: Dakota Ward, guest speaker; Alexander Scammon receiving his diploma from SAD 61 School Board chairman Janice Barter and SAD 61 Superintendent of Schools Al Smith; Anaya Ward, Honor graduate with Adult Ed Diredtor Madelyn Litz; and Anthony Engelhardt receiving the Rotary Scholarship from Rotarian Erin Nelson.

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June 13, 2019, The Bridgton News, Page 1D

Bird Watch

by Jean Preis BN Columnist

One field at a time to save the Bobolink today

At the end of the ridge, where the road turns to the left and heads down to the lake, there is a scenic barn, surrounded on three sides by large open fields. Those fields change with the quality of the light, and with the seasons.

A new snowfall leaves them smooth and glistening, and a summer breeze sets the grasses in motion. We often see birds there, such as a flock of Turkeys at the far end by the woods, or a hawk flying overhead. One April, we discovered an American Pipit resting in the field on its way north to nest on the tundra. This spring, we have been watching those fields for a very special bird, and listening for its cheerful bubbling song. Through binoculars, we have even seen some of them flying up out of the grass, and perching on top of the stems.

These special birds are Bobolinks. Only slightly larger than a Sparrow, they migrate here from South America to breed in fields that are at least five acres. During our winter it is summer in the grasslands of Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay, where Bobolinks live most of the year. Their annual round trip flight of 12,000 to 14,000 miles is one of the longest migrations of any songbird. The handsome males are black, marked with bold white patches on the wings and rump, and buff on the back of the head and neck.

The females, who are buff colored with dark streaks, arrive a few days later, and each female lays her eggs in a flimsy nest on the ground, well hidden by tall field grasses. What these birds do not know is that they are nesting in hay fields that may be cut before their family is grown.

Bobolinks nest and raise their youngsters in our fields from late May through July. While the females incubate the eggs, the adult males gather in groups and can be seen and heard defending their territory with loud rollicking outbursts of their bob-o-link song. When the young birds hatch they are naked and helpless, but both parents care for them and feed them large quantities of insects. When the youngsters are strong enough to leave the nest, but still cannot fly, they remain on the ground hidden by the tall grass. They are extremely vulnerable during this time. If the field in which they are nesting is mowed, the young will be killed and, even though adults might escape the blades of the mower, there is not enough time to find another large field with long grasses, and start another family. Their enormous investment of time and energy, flying here from South America for their once-a-year chance of reproducing, is lost.

Sadly, in recent years Bobolinks and other grassland nesting species have become increasingly scarce because so many fields are managed for agriculture. It is tempting to think that birds who used to nest in our neighborhood, like Bobolinks and Meadowlarks, have simply moved to other fields, but as large areas of open grassland disappear, the birds who depend on them are disappearing, too.

Bobolinks are on the American Bird Conservancy’s Watch List, which includes species “most at risk of extinction without significant action,” according to the 2016 State of North American Birds Report at stateofthebirds.org/2016.

Massachusetts Audubon Society’s Grassland Conservation Program, www.massaudubonorg reports there have been “alarming declines in both the range and abundance of many grassland nesting species.” Between 1966 and 2012, grassland birds, including Bobolinks, “have experienced steeper, more consistent, and more widespread population declines than any group of birds in North America.”

Sometimes it feels as if we are bombarded by bad news about our natural environment, and it can leave us feeling overwhelmed, but there is still hope for Bobolinks ONE FIELD, Page 2D

Lovell Artist Erin Kenneally, captured a stunning scene featuring the Bob Dunning Bridge, which spans Stevens Brook. The bridge is the entrance to Pondicherry Park, a 66-acre parkland located in downtown Bridgton.

Economic improvement strategy

This week, my administration announced an investment strategy to improve our economy, to address some of the critical challenges facing our state, and to position us to succeed in the years to come. The bond package submitted to the Legislature will expand broadband, build a skilled workforce, repair roads, and bridges, and welcome clean energy projects to address climate change. These are the goals of the bond package we submitted to the Legislature.

The first critical challenge facing our state addressed by the bond package is access to high-speed internet. About 83,000 households in Maine do not have access to broadband and, right now, the ConnectME is only able to fund small projects a few at a time. With the availability of faster internet speeds, it is time we change that. We can no longer be a slow speed state in a 5G nation. The first pillar of our proposed bond package invests $30 million in broadband expansion. This will enable the ConnectME Authority to leverage private and local investments to bring high-speed internet access to more unserved and underserved areas of our state — and along with that, the businesses and people we need to expand our economy.

But high-speed internet is just one critical tool that our state needs to succeed. To break down barriers to innovation, to welcome creative ideas, and to build a diverse and sustainable economy, we need to invest in research and development. The bond proposal invests $15 million in the

Letters

Community is here

To The Editor: We hear a lot about community these days. The word is used — and maybe overused — to define any collection of people brought together by common interest or proximity. Facebook has legitimized many groups of far-flung enthusiasts that would not otherwise be considered communities — gardeners, book lovers, pit bull owners, snowboarders,

seniors, crossword puzzlers.

But true community runs deeper. There is an ineffable, almost spiritual quality to real community that can only arise from face to face interaction and tangible connection. Call it a collective esprit de corps.

For three years, I have been honored to belong to our Bridgton business community, as well as this larger community of engaged and creative residents. As I now pack up Clipper Merchant Tea House and explore new locations, I feel only gratitude for the support I have experienced here in Bridgton, especially over the past weeks. Your notes, postings, hugs, well wishes,

Views from Augusta

by Janet Mills Governor of Maine

Maine Technology Institute for research and development and $5 million for infrastructure, equipment, and technology upgrades for businesses to create and preserve jobs.

This money will help create good-paying jobs in emerging industries in every region of our great state.

Now there also must be skilled workers ready to fill those jobs. Our bond proposal also invests $19 million to support workforce training, career and technical education and their capital needs, and access to childcare, among other initiatives. Education and technical training are key to ensuring that every person can achieve skills to get a good-paying job no matter where they live and no matter their age in our state.

As a mother of five daughters, I also know that even if you have a good-paying job or are working full-time as a ECONOMIC IMPROVEMENT, Page 2D ideas, and labors are genuinely appreciated. Might nurture also be a part of community?

When I opened Clipper Merchant Tea House in 2016, I had no idea that Bridgton once hosted a teahouse prior to our arrival.

Perhaps it is a sign — for as much as I love tea tradition and hope to ensure its longevity, it is watching friends and neighbors enjoy “a fine cuppa” that brings the most satisfaction. I plan to pursue every possible option to relocate within Bridgton.

And until we find that perfect spot to again share a pot of tea, fresh baked scones and quiet conversation, I will continue to be grateful

for the gift of community you have bestowed on me.

Melinda Thomas, Proprietor, Clipper Merchant Tea House Bridgton

Thanks guardian angel

To The Editor: Our family would like to publicly thank this amazing community of first responders. During the early morning hours of Sunday, June 9, our son was in a motor vehicle accident. He fell asleep LETTERS, Page 2D

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CITIZEN OF THE MONTH — The Fryeburg Area Rotary Club recently recognized Fiona Brosnan, an eighth grader at Molly Ockett School, as its “Citizen of the Month.” Melanie Blynn, one of Fiona’s teachers, presented Fiona and spoke of her impressive academic achievements and the great attitude, which she brings with her to school each day. Pictured from left to right are Bob Mallon of Fryeburg Area Rotary Club, Mrs. Blynn, Fiona and Fiona’s parents, Julianne and Andrew Brosnan.

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at the wheel and ended up off the road in the lake (Moose Pond). By the grace of God and guardian angels, he escaped a submerged vehicle and walked to a safe place. His phone was in the vehicle, so he had no way to make contact for a period of time. There was a period of two hours that we didn’t know where he was or if he was alive. This was the most terrifying two hours of our lives. The immediate response from the emergency first responders in this community was nothing short of amazing. Police, fire department, water rescue/dive teams, EMS and others I may be forgetting,

This eye-catching moth was recently found visiting a local Main Street, Bridgton, business. According to www.silkmoths.bizland.com/zcolmoth.htm the Columbia moth (Hyalophora columbia columbia) is found in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, and in southern parts of Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia. In the U.S., these moths are found in the border states of Maine, Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (Photo courtesy of Erin Kenneally)

One field at a time to save the Bobolink today

(Continued from Page 1D) and other grassland nesting birds. If folks who own fields are willing to delay mowing until after August first, and avoid areas where those birds have been seen, birds will have enough time to raise their families safely.

An added advantage of late mowing is that it allows the growth of late-season wildflowers, and more butterflies. If fields must be cut earlier, it helps to raise

mowing blades to six inches or more, install flushing bars on haying equipment, and avoid mowing at night to protect roosting birds. It also helps to leave unmowed habitat in adjacent large fields, or along the edge of the field. Fields that are not harvested for high-quality hay can be mowed every two or three years, and to maintain ground cover and a diversity of grasses, those fields do not need to be replanted for

Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES Public Hearing

The Board of Selectpersons will hold a meeting on June 24, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. An application for a Liquor License for Captain Jack’s located at 34 Naples Marina Lane.

2. An application for a Special Amusement Permit for Captain Jack’s Public welcome.

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up to eight years.

By late summer, the young Bobolinks can fly.

They will leave the field and gather in flocks with the adults, often in marshy areas, to feed and fatten up in preparation for their long migration to the grasslands of South America. Next spring, when they return north, we will listen once again for their bubbling song, and watch for the handsome males as they fly low over their territories and perch on the grass stems.

Folks who have taken a few simple steps to protect fields where Bobolinks nest and raise their young will know they have done their part to keep them coming here in future years.

News of our environment does not always have to be bad. We may not be able to save Planet Earth singlehandedly, but there is a good chance we can save the declining populations of Bobolinks and other grassland nesting species, one field at a time.

Notice of Public Hearing The Municipal Officers of the Town of Bridgton will hold a Public Hearing at 5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at the Municipal Building located at 10 Iredale Street, in Bridgton, to accept oral and written comments on a Special Amusement Permit Application from Tarry A While Resort, located at 17 Tarry A While Road.

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TOWN OF CASCO The Casco Town Office will close at 3:00 p.m., on Thursday, June 27, and will reopen on Monday, July 1, at 9:00 a.m. The Town Office will be closed on Friday, June 28, for fiscal year end processing. The Town Office will also be closed on Thursday, July 4, for the 4th of July holiday.

(Continued from Page 1D) parent in this state, it can be very difficult to balance family needs and work needs. We need to attract young families with children to Maine. We also need young parents to be able to work in Maine. And you know, work and raising a child are not necessarily incompatible. Our proposal provides $5 million to expand childcare facilities across the state.

Another major focus of the Administration is to protect Maine’s environment and to shepherd in an era of clean energy and good-paying jobs associated with that industry. The bond package we proposed provides a $65 million investment in Maine’s environment, beginning with a $30 million investment over three years for the very popular Land for Maine’s Future program. The bond package also provides $20 million in hazardous materials cleanup and drinking water treatment, $10 million in municipal energy projects with more efficient heating technology, and $5 million in low-interest loans for clean energy

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Selectmen of the Town of Denmark will be holding a meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at the Municipal Building, 62 East Main St., Denmark, Maine 04022, at 7:00 p.m. On the agenda: 1. An application for a Liquor License for the Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, PO Box 813, Denmark, Maine 04022.

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Public Notice

TOWN OF SEBAGO NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Sebago Zoning Board of Appeals will hold the following public hearing on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at 6:30 p.m., at the Sebago Town Office.

1. REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL Nature of Appeal: This Appeal is requesting that the Board of Appeals rescind a permit issued by the Planning Board on April 9, 2019, for Nathaniel York. The property is located on Sebago Tax Map 4, Lots 6 & 8A. As requested by: Barbara & Carroll Cutting 1T24 Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES Public Hearing

The Naples Planning Board will be holding a meeting at 15 Village Green Lane on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. On the agenda: 1.) An application for a Minor Site Plan Review submitted by Brother Flecker’s, found on Tax Map U25, Lot 16.

2.) An amendment to a Major Site Plan Review submitted by Causeway Marina for property found on Tax Map U05, Lot 10, regarding changes required by Maine DEP and a 72' x 140' building for cold storage of boats.

3.) An application for a minor modification to a subdivision regarding moving the boundary line between lots found on Tax Map U2, Lots 29 and 31.

Plans may be viewed online at www.townofnaples.org under the Planning Board section. Public welcome.

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STATE OF MAINE CUMBERLAND, SS.

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, acting through the RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, USDA, f/k/a the FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION PLAINTIFF vs.

JOHN E. RAND DEFENDANT and HARPSTER RECEIVABLES MANAGEMENT CORPORATION PARTY IN INTEREST

MAINE DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT NINE LOCATION: BRIDGTON DIVISION OF N CUMBERLAND DOCKET NO. BRIDC-RE-2018-070 ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) )

Welcome back Methodists

To The Editor: To Methodists and friends, we’d like to have you all come back to church and if you do not have a church home, we’d love to have you — you would be very welcome. Because of low attendance, we cannot have a pastor. After June, our Bridgton United Methodist Church will have to close! So, come at 11 a.m. on Sunday mornings to keep the church open.

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The Bridgton-Fryeburg AARP Foundation Tax-Aide team recently met to celebrate another successful tax filing season. Front row (left to right): Carolyn Leroy, tax preparer: Valerie Douglas, client facilitator: Joan Jagolinzer, district coordinator: Katherine Reilly, and Margaret Mathis, tax preparers.

Second row: Rebecca Tracy and Irene Reilly, tax preparers; Larry Flaherty, Bridgton coordinator; Connie Adams, client facilitator. Missing from photo are Carrie Garland, Fryeburg coordinator, and Whitney Linn, tax preparer. The demand for this program far exceeds current capacity. More volunteers are needed for Bridgton and Fryeburg, as well as for Norway and Windham. To learn more about volunteering with the AARP Foundation TaxAide program, please visit www.aarpfoundation.org/ taxaidevolunteer or contact District Coordinator, Joan Jagolinzer at jagolinzer@gwi.ne

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Letters should be mailed to: Editor, The Bridgton News, P.O. Box 244, Bridgton, Maine 04009. E-mail submissions should be sent to: bnews@roadrunner.com Letters and e-mails must contain a phone number to verify authenticity.

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ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE AND SERVICE

BY PUBLICATION TITLE TO REAL ESTATE INVOLVED

It further appears, and the Court so finds, that personal service of the Complaint cannot be made upon the Defendant, John E. Rand, any other way, inasmuch as his present whereabouts is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be established, it is hereby ORDERED that service be made upon the Defendant, John E. Rand, by leaving a copy of this Order and a copy of the Summons and Complaint for Foreclosure and Notice Regarding Electronic Service at the subject premises of the foreclosure and in addition by publishing this Order once a week for three consecutive weeks in The Bridgton News, a newspaper of general circulation in Cumberland County. The first publication shall be made within twenty (20) days after the Order is granted. Service by publication shall be complete on the twenty-first day after the first publication. Within twenty (20) days after service is complete by the foregoing method, the Defendant, John E. Rand, shall appear and defend this action by filing an answer with the Clerk of the Maine District Court, 3 Chase Street, Bridgton ME 04009 and by serving a copy of the answer on Plaintiff’s attorney, Richard H. Broderick, Jr., Esq., at P. O. Box 5, Lincoln, Maine 04457. If he fails to do so a judgment by default will be rendered against him for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

IMPORTANT WARNING: IF YOU FAIL TO FILE AN ANSWER WITHIN THE TIME STATED ABOVE, OR IF AFTER YOU FILE YOUR ANSWER YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT ANY TIME THE COURT NOTIFIES YOU TO DO SO, A JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU IN YOUR ABSENCE FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME. IF YOU INTEND TO OPPOSE THIS LAWSUIT, DO NOT FAIL TO ANSWER WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME. If you believe the Plaintiff is not entitled to all or part of the claim set forth in the Complaint or if you believe you have a claim of your own against the Plaintiff, you should talk to a lawyer. You may ask the office of the Clerk of the Maine District Court for information as to places where you may seek legal assistance. /s/ Maria A. Woodman Judge, Maine District Court

projects for homeowners in Maine. All of this pretty much carries matching funds of various sorts.

The last pillar of our investment package is a $105 million transportation bond to pay for critical upgrades in improvements to transportation infrastructure. The American Society of Civil Engineers has graded Maine’s infrastructure a “C-” and they ranked Maine’s roads even lower at a “D.” Well, we feel that every day when our cars hit those potholes. I think it’s time to address this.

This bond package will also leverage federal and private matching funds with at least a one-to-one match on nearly all of these bonds. This investment strategy, along with the state budget, will tackle our challenges head on. It will continue to diversify our economy and it will make Maine the best place in the nation to live, work, and raise a family. I look forward to working with the Legislature on this proposal and to sending it to the people of Maine for your thoughtful consideration.

We welcome your views!

On Motion of the Plaintiff for Alternate Service of the Complaint for Foreclosure on the Defendant, John E. Rand, pursuant to M.R. Civ. P. 4(g), it appearing that this is an action to foreclose a mortgage from John E. Rand dated November 6, 2001, and recorded in the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds in Book 16939 Page 284 on premises located at 34 Pond Road in Bridgton, Maine.

Dated: 5/21/19

The Hill Family Wayne, Michelle, Cameron, Trevor and Alexa Bridgton

Economic improvement strategy addresses jobs, more

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were on the scene searching as soon as it was reported.

Though our son was safe and away from the scene (which we didn’t know), the responders worked tirelessly looking for answers.

We can’t thank them enough and want to make others aware of how important their service is to this and other communities everywhere. We know our fire department here is a volunteer organization, as are many others in small towns.

To everyone reading this, if you have the opportunity to donate money or attend a benefit for a volunteer first responder organization/ team, please do so! We are so thankful to live in this amazing, small community of such professional and expert first responders!

With sincere gratitude,

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Alfred J. Crawford

James W. Hathaway

EAST BALDWIN — Alfred James Crawford, 85, died on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at his home.

Unkie, as he was lovingly known within the family, was one of nine children born to John and Maude Crawford.

A hard worker all his life, he retired from Woods Mill. He and his wife, Roberta, enjoyed their large garden from the planning, and right through to the seed buying, planting, weeding and harvesting and ending with the canning and having full shelves for the winter.

Showing his generous nature, Alfred also enjoyed sharing the produce with others. Once he was unable to work in the garden, he followed other pursuits…scratch tickets and eating out!

Alfred was predeceased by his parents; seven siblings and his wife.

He is survived by his sister, Helen Harrington of Bridgton; and many nieces and nephews, who all claim him as their “favorite unkie.”

A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 22, at 2 p.m., at the West Baldwin Cemetery.

Online condolence messages can be submitted at the Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home website, www.mainefuneral.com

James W. Hathaway, 83, of Bridgton passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2019, surrounded by his family.

He was a loving husband, father, grandpa and “Papa Jim.” James was born in New Jersey, to Arthur and Elizabeth Hathaway. Jim was a true patriot and served his country in the U.S. Army. As an ammunition-testing liaison, he fulfilled a 37-year career in the U.S. Department of Defense. His greatest joy was sharing his passion for history and the American West with his family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Betty of Bridgton; two daughters, Deb Kohle of Wantage, N.J., and Tami Prescott of Harrison; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, with a third due in July.

Donations in his name may be made to a local hospice or The Northern New Jersey Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, PO Box 82, Sparta, NJ 07871.

John Watkins John Watkins of Bridgton passed away on Monday, June 10, 2019 at the Hospice House in Auburn.

There will be a celebration of life for John at his home in Sandy Creek from 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 15.

Kenneth C. Jackson

Gary R. Holden

Kenneth Charles Jackson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, of Alzheimer’s disease, surrounded by his family, at Bella Point in Bridgton.

Ken was born on Aug. 10, 1940, to Caribel and Ralph Jackson of Oxford. Immediately following his graduation from Oxford High School, Ken pursued his aptitude for electronics, attending Mass. Radio and Technology School. Starting employment with the Bridgton Knitting Mill in 1962, Ken spent his professional career advancing from Production Supervisor to Quality Manager, to truly finding his calling in the IT Department, as Systems Manager. In 1964, he married his sweetheart, Martha Winslow of Harrison. Ken was a railroad and model train enthusiastic who enjoyed spending time with lifelong friend Harold, and being outdoors in his yard. He was a licensed Ham Radio operator, a member of the Bridgton Alliance Church, and belonged to the Crooked River Masonic Lodge. After retiring in 2001, Ken and Martha enjoyed day-tripping around the state with their black lab, Lizzie, exploring scenic places, finding fun places to eat, and visiting with their grandchildren.

Ken is survived by his wife, Martha, of 54 years; siblings, Martha and Norman; children, Susan (and husband Bruce), Sara (and husband Ken), and Andy (and wife Sue); and by his precious grandchildren, Brian (and wife Nadine), Tucker, Juliana, Jessica and Trey.

The family would like to thank the people and staff at Bella Point Bridgton and Beacon Hospice for their kindness, patience and compassion during this difficult time.

His family invites you to join them in celebrating Ken’s life on Saturday, July 13. There will be a brief graveside service at Maple Ridge Cemetery in Harrison, at 10:30 a.m. A reception with a light brunch and an informal sharing of memories will follow at Bridgton Alliance Church from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

BRIDGTON — Gary R. Holden, 71, of Brownfield, formerly of Bridgton, died late Thursday evening, June 6, 2019, at the Bridgton Hospital with his family by his side.

He was born on June 21, 1947, in Bridgton, a son of Richard and Hazel (Gurney) Holden. He attended local schools including Bridgton High School and Bridgton Academy. He went on to earn a degree from Southern Maine Vocational Technical Institute in Plumbing. Gary ran his own plumbing business, Holden Plumbing for years.

On June 15, 1968, he married Patricia Ross in Sandy Creek.

They made their home in Bridgton for many years until settling in Brownfield. She died on May 23, 2007.

He loved golfing and for the last few years was fortunate enough to do it year-round as he enjoyed a second home in Florida during the winter months. The fair season was a favorite for Gary, especially the Fryeburg Fair, where he liked to bet on the ponies and enjoy a bucket of French fries from his favorite stand, “King & Queens French Fries.”

He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Potvin and her husband, Jeff of Windham and their daughters, Miranda and Kayla; his son, Richard Holden and his fiancée, Stacey Noble of Brownfield and his son, Zachary and her children, Hale and Jilyan; his girlfriend, Loren Hughes of Brownfield; three brothers, Craig Holden and his wife, Melissa of Fryeburg, Dale Holden and his wife, Mary of Falmouth, and Terry Holden and his wife, Antoinette of Lakewood, CO; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his wife, Patricia.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 14, at the South Bridgton Cemetery. Following the service, a celebration of Gary’s life will continue at a place to be disclosed during the service. Gifts may be given in his memory to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60611. Arrangements are in the care of the Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8 Elm St., Bridgton. Condolences and tributes may be shared at www.chandlerfunerals.com

Robert C. Staley

John C. Hunt

Robert C. “Bob” Staley, 61, of Bridgton, died unexpectedly, early Sunday morning, June 9, 2019, at his home in Bridgton.

He was born on Dec. 30, 1957, in Portland, a son of Roscoe and Delma (Micklon) Staley. He attended local schools, graduating from Lake Region High School in 1976.

Upon graduation, Bob immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army and served until 1980, spending a majority of that time stationed in Germany.

On May 1, 1982, he married, Deborah Mayo in Naples in the Methodist Church. They made their home in Bridgton, and Bob worked at Malden Mills until its closing. He then started his own dock service business, S&S Docks, which he has run alongside his sons and dock partner, Mickey Huntress, for nearly 30 years.

As a young man, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was always in for a game of poker. His greatest pleasure came in spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie of Bridgton; his mother, Delma Staley of Naples; his three sons, Thomas Staley of Bridgton, Ryan Staley and his wife, Jenine of Bridgton, and Philip Staley and his wife, Audrey of Windham; five grandchildren, Damon, Makaila, Mya, Maci and Myles; four siblings, George Staley of Naples, Deborah Martin of Bridgton, Sharon Johnson of Naples, and Stanley Staley of Rumford; several nieces and nephews; many special friends including the Huntress family.

He was predeceased by his father, Roscoe Staley; a son, Michael Staley; and a brother, Henry Staley.

A memorial graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, June 20, at the Forest Hills Annex in Bridgton. A celebration of Bob’s life will continue at 12:30 p.m., at the Cornerstone Baptist Church, 25 Sebago Rd., Naples.

Condolences and tributes may be shared with Bob’s family and friends at www.chandlerfunerals.com. Arrangements are in the care of the Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8 Elm St., Bridgton.

NO. BRIDGTON — John Curtis Hunt, 78, of No. Bridgton, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019, after a valiant battle with a glioblastoma, brain cancer.

He was born on March 10, 1941, in Flint, Michigan, the son of the late Carl C. and Irene (Crawford) Hunt. He joined the United States Air Force in 1961, serving four years, nine months. He served as a Senior Airman E4 and was last stationed at Dow Air Force Base in Bangor, Maine, where he met and married the love of his life, Colleen F. (Jordan) Hunt on December 29, 1962.

He cared about people and was a friend to every human and animal he met. He also had a love of nature and the great outdoors. He always said that it was in the great outdoors that he felt the closest to God. He was a Master Plumber, owning and operating John’s Plumbing and Heating for 40+ years. Tragedy befell the family on several occasions but he always persevered with the help of his family, friends, and community.

He belonged to multiple local organizations. He was a Master Mason belonging to Oriental Lodge #13, AF&AM, Bridgton. He also belonged to Pondicherry Chapter #192, Order of the Eastern Star, Bridgton. He was an adult supporter of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls, and was a Master of the Grand Cross of Color. He was also a member of the Order of DeMolay as a young man.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Colleen F. Hunt; children, Heather IH Ellsmore (Roger, Jr.), of Harrison; and Michael C. Hunt (Eileen) of Cerritos, Calif.; his grandson Christopher A. Ellsmore, White Pine, Tenn.; and his granddaughter Andrea I. Hunt, Cerritos, Calif. He is also survived by siblings Carol Hunt, Jerry-Ann Duarte (Frankie D.), and Daisy Colleen Hunt, as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family. He was predeceased by his beloved daughter Tanya Marie Hunt (11 years old) and granddaughter Mande Marie Hunt (an angel baby). He was also predeceased by his brother Walter L. Hunt.

At John’s request no funeral services will be held. He did request that any gathering should include music, food, and laughter. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kendall C. Ham Masonic Hall, Rte. 117, Bridgton, on Saturday, June 22, from 2 to 4 p.m.

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Royce F. O’Donal GORHAM — Royce F. O’Donal, 92, founder of O’Donal’s Tree Nursery, peacefully passed away in his sleep at his Gorham home on Thursday, June 6, 2019, in the arms of his beloved wife after a long and prosperous life.

The eldest son of Charles and Lena O’Donal, he was born on Feb. 16, 1927, in Smithfield. Here, he attended a one-room schoolhouse and learned the value of hard work to help support the family. In 1944, he met the love of his life, Selma (Sally) Milbury from Danvers, Mass. It was love at first sight and he knew he would one day marry her. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1945-1946 before earning an honorable discharge due to family hardship. He completed school, graduating from Scarborough High School in 1945 and returned to work on the family farm. He and Sally married on May 10, 1952, and recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary.

Together, they raised six children and owned and operated O’Donal’s Tree Nursery. In 1959, he purchased the property on 132 County Road in Gorham, opened the tree nursery in 1960 and devoted the next 32 years to developing one of the largest retail tree nurseries in the state of Maine. He was a founding member of the Maine Nurserymen Association and served on the advisory committee to set up the horticultural program at Southern Maine Community College. Over the decades, he earned numerous accolades and honors culminating in the Al Dwight Black Lifetime Achievement Award for Horticulture in January 1999. After “retiring” in 1992, he spent the next 27 years planting and caring for trees and shrubs, building furniture and bird houses and spending time with his expanding family.

He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Lena O’Donal; sisters, Erla Merry and Avis Mitchell; and brothers, Merle and Roger O’Donal.

He is survived by his wife, Selma Milbury O’Donal; and children, Michael O’Donal of Moffat, Co., Wayne O’Donal of Denmark, Jeffrey O’Donal of Gorham, Suzan Sweeney of Saranac Lake, N.Y., Nancy Mash of Gorham and Ellyn Phelps of Hollis; his brother, Harmon O’Donal of Eagle Point, Ore.; sister, Hattie Jane Stubbs of Windham; 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours were on Monday, June 10, 2019, at the Windham Chapel of Dolby Blais & Segee, 434 River Road, Windham, ME 04062. A funeral service was celebrated Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at 2 p.m., at First Congregational Church, 161 Black Point Road in Scarborough. Burial services followed at Black Point Cemetery, Black Point Road Scarborough.

To express condolences or participate in Royce’s online tribute, please visit www.DolbyBlaisSegee.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Alzheimer’s Association Maine Chapter, 383 US Route One, Ste. 2C, Scarborough, ME 04074.

Crystal L. Griffin NEWPORT NEWS, VA. — Crystal Lyn Griffin 46, of Newport News, Va., and Naples, Maine, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019, in Richmond Va. Crystal was born to John and Gloria Tracy-Crouch on Oct. 4,1972, in Portland.

Crystal graduated from North East Christian Academy and attended classes at SMCC. Throughout her life, she had worked for WEX, the Mercy Diabetic Clinic, and the Maine Tobacco Help Line.

Crystal had an infectious smile and a contagious laugh. She was a kindhearted, generous, and free-spirited soul. Her pride and joy was her only son Allan and her first-born grandson, Alistair.

She would often FaceTime Allan so she could laugh and play with her grandson. She would show every one pictures and video clips of the two most important guys in her life. She loved both of them so much.

Crystal was extremely kindhearted and loved her family.

Whether it was buying school clothes for her nieces and nephews, or taking each one for the day or night just to spend special time with each one of them. They all knew Aunt Crystal was always there and loved them unconditionally.

She enjoyed going to the ocean, traveling, and singing and dancing with her cousins and friends. She always saw the good in people. Crystal will be missed by all whose life she touched.

She’s survived by her father John Crouch, of West Paris; her son, Allan Griffin; grandson, Alistair Griffin; and ex-husband, Shawn Griffin all of Casco. She is also survived by her brother, John Crouch, of West Paris; sister, Gloria Sawyer and her husband Michael Sawyer, of Windham. Crystal had many nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss her so much.

She was predeceased by her mother, Gloria Tracy-Crouch; sister, Pamela Redfield; and brothers, William and Shawn Crouch.

No services will be held at this time. Burial will be private and at a later date.

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Area Land Trusts partner for Trekking through Time in Western Maine June through October

From June through October, Lakes Environmental Association (LEA), Loon Echo Land Trust (LELT), Greater Lovell Land Trust (GLLT), Upper Saco Valley Land Trust (USVLT), and Western Foothills Land Trust (WFLT) will host a Trekking through Time series. Once a month throughout the summer and early fall, each organization will lead a historical tour of one of their conservation properties. In collaboration with local historical societies, this series provides an opportunity for the public to learn more about the rich

On Thursday, July 18, GLLT will lead the way sharing the story of families who farmed along the Heritage Trail at the Heald and Bradley Ponds Reserve from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Discover stone foundations and walls, an old road, and a mystery structure. Please meet at the Flat Hill parking lot at Heald and Bradley Ponds Reserve, at the far end of Heald Pond Road off of Slab City Road in Lovell.

USVLT will lead an exploration of their Leita Monroe Lucas Preserve, in collaboration with the Chatham Historical Society, Roberts Farm with Grange Meeting (provided by Western Foothills Land Trust)

In collaboration with local

historical societies, this series provides an opportunity for the public to learn

more about the rich history of western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley.

LELT leading a unique tour of one of Bridgton’s most important cultural resources — the site of the former Peabody-Fitch Farm. Once boasting the distinction of being the highest cultivated land in Cumberland County, a diverse forest now fills the old pastures and meadows.

Today, efforts are under way

by LELT to conserve the 252-acre “Peabody-Fitch Woods,” which surrounds the Bridgton Historical Society’s Narramissic Farm, a wonderful museum set on the eve of the Civil War. Please meet at Narramissic Farm at the end of Narramissic Road, off Ingalls Road, in South Bridgton.

Visit the following websites for more information on these organizations and the Trekking through Time series: Lakes Environmental Organization — www. mainelakes.org; Loon Echo Land Trust — www.lelt.org; Greater Lovell Land Trust — www.gllt.org; Upper Saco Valley Land Trust — www.usvlt.org; and Western Foothills Land Trust — www.wfltmaine.org

Roberts Farm Back (provided by Western Foothills Land Trust) history of western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, as well as the organizations protecting the land that holds these stories.

The series begins on Wednesday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to noon, when LEA and the Bridgton Historical Society will bring Bridgton’s manufacturing past to life following the Stevens Brook Trail to view the remnants of former mill sites. Participants should meet at the Bridgton Historical Society, 5 Gibbs Ave., in Bridgton (across from the Fire Department).

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on Saturday, Aug. 31, from 9 a.m. to noon. Located on the Conway/Chatham border, this property was donated to USVLT in 2012 by Barrett Lucas in honor of his wife, the late Leita Monroe Lucas. This 62-acre property was once the home site of American Impressionist painters Thomas Wilmer Dewing and Maria Oakey Dewing. Participants will learn more about this couple, their works, and the land they inhabited. Meet at the Leita Monroe Lucas Preserve on Green Hill Road, in Conway,

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just south of the Chatham town line.

On Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon, WFLT will convene in the warming hut at Roberts Farm Preserve to pore over census records, maps, and photos of the historic farm. The morning will finish with a pleasant walk on the trails tracing the remnants of orchards and defining stone walls. Roberts Farm Preserve is located at 64 Roberts Rd., in Norway.

The series of treks will wrap up on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon, with

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CARPETING

DENTAL SERVICES

Thomas Wilmer Dewing, Spring, 1890, oil on canvas, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of John Gellatly, 1929. Thomas Wilmer Dewing lived on the land now protected the Upper Saco Valley Land Trust.

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

GARAGE DOORS Roberts Overhead Doors Commercial/residential – free estimates Now offering Master Card & Visa 207-595-2311

Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA HEATING Complete comprehensive oral hygiene care Infants – Seniors Most dental insurances, MaineCare Bass Heating Oil Burner Service 647-4125 bdhc@myfairpoint.net Sales and Installations Mountain View Dentistry CHIMNEY LINING Waterford (207) 595-8829 Jones & Matthews, PA Dr. Shilo Annis, DMD Certified Public Accountants The Clean Sweep LLC Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry INSULATION Accounting and taxes Chimney Cleaning Service 207-647-3628 Roosevelt Trail Prof. Bldg.

Supaflu and Stainless Steel MountainViewDentistryMaine.com Western Me. Insulation Inc Chimney lining and relining Route 302, Bridgton Batts, blown or foamed DOCKS Dana Richardson 935-2501 647-3668 cpas@maine.com Over 30 yrs. experience Great Northern Docks, Inc. CLEANING SERVICES Free estimates – fully insured ALARMS Sales & Service 7 days a week – 693-3585 Servicemaster Route 302, Naples WAM-ALARM Systems Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 INSURANCE Installation, Service, Monitoring Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration www.greatnortherndocks.com Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Free Security Survey 647-2323 ELECTRICIANS Home and Auto TLC Home Maintenance Co. 43 East Main Street Professional Cleaning and Bosworth Electric Inc. APPLIANCE REPAIR Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Property Management Quality electrical contractor Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC Housekeeping and much more Commercial/Industrial/Residential Chalmers Ins. Agency 583-4314 Generators/Todd Bosworth/207-838-6755 100 Main St., Bridgton Quality service you deserve bosworthelectricinc@hotmail.com All major brands Tel. 647-3311 COMPUTERS jonesappliances@aol.com 647-4432 D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Oberg Insurance Grammy Geek Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Auto, Home, Business, Life Tech support for seniors (jr’s too) ATTORNEYS Residential/Commercial/Industrial 132 Main St., Bridgton 1-1 support at your home Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Malware & virus removal/PC repair Bridgton 207-647-5012 Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA Free pick-up & delivery 207-310-0289 Southern Maine Retirement Services 110 Portland St., Fryeburg, ME 04037 J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Ms. C’s Computer Repair 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Residential - Commercial - Industrial Life and Senior Dental Insurance Virus and spyware removal Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service 150 Main St., Bridgton 207-647-2900 PC repairs 207-228-5279 Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA Bridgton 647-9435 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton 132 Main St. INTERIOR DESIGN McIver Electric P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 Naples Computer Services “Your on time every time electricians” Universal Designz 647-8360 PC repair/upgrades – on-site service 221 Portland Rd., Bridgton Consulting – Design Virus and spy-ware removal 647-3664 Hastings Malia, PA Decorating – Aging in Place Home and business networking www.mciverelectric.net 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 www.UniversalDesignzMaine.com Video security systems Fryeburg, ME 04037 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746 R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 207-754-0730 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com 24 hour Emergency Service LAWN MAINTENANCE CONTRACTORS Residential & Commercial CARETAKERS Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 Waterdog Irrigation Quality Custom Carpentry Chandel Associates Accounting, Taxes Audits, Full Service Payroll 3 Elm St., Bridgton Office 647-5711

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

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

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

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

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

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

David K. Moynihan Master Electrician Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016

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

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

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

PAINTING CONTRACTORS Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates 207-527-2552 Webber Painting & Restoration Interior/exterior painting & repairs Waterfront specialists – Free estimates Fully insured – References 207-831-8354

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

Worster’s Rubbish Removal Trash Hauling Docks – Demolition Snowplowing/Sanding Harrison 207-583-6914

SELF STORAGE Bridgton Storage 409 Portland Rd. 28 units & 4000’ open barn Bridgton 272-8085 JB Self Storage Rt. 5, Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING THIS SPACE CAN BE YOURS Call 647-2851 for details or e-mail bnews@roadrunner.com PLUMBING & HEATING Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Specializing in repair service in The Lake Region 647-4436

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

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

Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Master Plumber in ME & NH Land info services – Surveys Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423 Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Off: 583-6159 D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Over 10,000 surveys on file Organic lawn & garden maintenance Shoreline restoration TREE SERVICE Creative stonework, property watch Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Crane-licensed & fully-insured REAL ESTATE Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Tel. 647-3311 Complete tree service – free estimates Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Kezar Realty Licensed and insured Utility and Landscape Arborist Homes, Land & Vacation Rentals Waterford ME – 583-2474 Lovell Village 207-925-1500 KezarRealty.com

Irrigation systems – Pressure washing Oberg Agency Residential – Commercial Residential, Business, Lake Shore Free estimates Property 330-550-0631 (c) 207-693-3339 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

THIS SPACE CAN BE YOURS Call 647-2851 for details or e-mail bnews@roadrunner.com

RUBBISH SERVICE

RUBBISH SERVICE

VETERINARY

Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244

WINDOW TREATMENTS

ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417

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

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

Universal Designz Window Treatments – Upholstery Slip Covers – 207-754-0730 www.UniversalDesignzMaine.com

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June 13, 2019, The Bridgton News, Page 5D

Hogan-Whitney Pond Watershed Protection two-year project

Musical Meditations continues

Heather Pierson’s monthly series, Musical Meditations, continues at the Dragonfly Barn, 95 Sanborns Grove Rd. in Bridgton on Tuesday, June 18 at 7 p.m. $10 per person; all are welcome. Come for an hour of rest, relaxation, and deep peace. Participants are encouraged to bring a meditation cushion, yoga mat, or pillow to make the hour as comfortable as possible. Advance tickets and more information are available at www.heatherpierson.com/musical_meditations

OXFORD — Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District (OCSWCD) announces the start of a two-year watershed protection project to control nonpoint source (NPS) pollution in the Hogan/Whitney Pond Watershed. OCSWCD and its project partners were awarded a $50,100 grant from the Maine DEP to address NPS pollution issues identified in a 2017 watershed survey. The grant, plus $34,856 in local donations of cash, labor, equipment and supplies, will be used to install Best Management Practices (BMP) throughout the watershed. The goal is to prevent NPS pollution, primarily caused by soil

erosion from stormwater runoff, from impacting the ponds’ water quality.

Project work will focus on town roadsides, residential waterfront properties, private gravel roads, and the Two Lakes Campground.

Volunteers from the Maine Lake Stewards have tested water quality in Hogan and Whitney Ponds since the mid-1980s and found it generally good but there is growing concern about lower water clarity and the DEP has listed both Hogan and Whitney as NPS Priority Lakes due to their “sensitivity.”

During the Hogan/ Whitney Pond Watershed Protection Project, Phase I, OCSWCD and project partners aim to fix large

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erosion problems, reducing the amount of erosion entering the ponds by 75 tons per year.

OCSWCD is also offering free technical assistance and matching grants on a first come, first serve basis to landowners in dealing with erosion problems such as a problematic driveway or eroding water access. A technical expert will visit landowners on their property to make recommendations. Matching grants of up to $350 are available to landowners to help pay for erosion control measures. Interested landowners who live in the Hogan/Whitney Pond watershed are encouraged to sign up by contacting the OCSWCD at

744-3111. All work conducted under the Hogan/ Whitney Pond Watershed Protection Project, Phase I is voluntary. Absolutely no enforcement is involved.

Partnering with OCSWCD on this project are the Hogan/Whitney Pond Association, Town of Oxford, Androscoggin River Watershed Council, Two Lakes Campground, and the Maine Department of En v ir o n men tal Protection.

It is anticipated a second phase of the project may be needed to tackle more sites in the future. For more information conatact Michele Windsor, project manager, OC SWCD, 744-3111 or oxfordcountyswcd@outlook.com

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Classifieds / Area News

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Norway Rehab donates to comfort items to CRCWM

NORWAY — The staff and residents of the Norway Center for Health and Rehabilitation recently presented the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine (CRCWM) with a collection of handmade afghans, shawls and pillows. These items will be available at the Resource Center to help people whose lives are impacted by cancer. To learn more about Norway Rehab go to www.norwaycenterrehab.com For more information about CRCWM visit www.crcofwm.org Front row (left to right) Sandra Schmieks, Wilma Pike, and Pat Hill. Back row (left to right) CRCWM Director Diane Madden, Falishia Ward, Bonnie Iwans, Shauni Crosby, and Dehra Olson.

Pat McHatton, president of St. Joseph’s Women’s Guild, presented to Gracie Vaughan, daughter of Theresa and Joseph Vaughan of Brownfield, the Women’s Guilds’ 2019 Continuing Edcuation Award.

Gracie is a recent graduate of Fryeburg Academy. She will be attendng the University of Maine Farmington in the fall.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ATTENTION

Classified line ads are now posted on our website at NO EXTRA CHARGE! www.bridgton.com

HELP WANTED

PART-TIME COOK — Evenings, Mon., Tues., Sat., and every other Fri. Contact American Legion 155, tf24 Naples, 693-6285.

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

CAREGIVER/COMPANION — needed for wonderful elderly gentleman living at children’s summer camp, now through end of August. Meals provided, happy surroundings. Must have good references, enjoy children and dogs who will be nearby, and have experience with caregiving. Nurse is on premises, so no medical background required. Call Arleen at (410) 206-8212 or e-mail arleen@ skylemar.com 5t21

HELP WANTED

MAINTENANCE WORKER — needed to join our outstanding team at Camp Skylemar in Naples. Carpentry, landscaping, plumbing, janitorial, lawn care, etc. Lots of physical work involved — lifting, climbing ladder, crawling under buildings. 40 hours per week now, with overtime hours June–August. Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Delicious meals provided. We seek a loyal, qualified, dedicated worker to be part of our happy and hardworking summer family. Background check and own transportation required.

Call Rich or Brian (207) 232-1979, (410) 329-5995 or apply online at 5t21 www.skylemar.com NIGHT WATCHMAN — Security Guard needed in Naples, June 1st – September 1st. Potential for maintenance work beginning now. Must have good references, be willing to work nights independently, and have strong yet friendly character.

Excellent salary plus meals. Warm, family-oriented atmosphere with management who appreciates you.

Call Rich or Brian (207) 232-1979, (410) 329-5995 or apply online at www.skylemar.com 5t21

WORK WANTED

NATURAL NICE LANDSCAPING — Landscaping. Yard cleanups and lawns mowed. Call Tony at 5952t24x 5485 or 647-2458.

TYPING — Transcribing and accounting services. Experience in medical, legal and all business services. Proficient in Word & Excel.

Will pick up and deliver work. No job too small or too big. Please call Judy at 207-239-8969 or e-mail at jgreen107@maine.rr.com 3t23

IF YOU NEED — anything cleaned up or cleaned out, my trailer is 7’x12’. Chuck’s Maintenance.

743-9889.

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FOR SALE

FLOWERS, FLOWERS, FLOWERS — Beginning in June, we’ll have fresh cut flowers every day, Brickwoods Farm, 224 Hancock Pond Rd., Denmark. Need flowers for a special occasion? A country HOUSEKEEPER — needed, wedding? Grandma’s 70th birthday 40–60 hours per week for sumparty? Call us 207-357-7401 or 207TREE WORKERS WANTED — mer camp in Naples. Excellent job 452-2441.

1t24 Experience a plus. Must have valid NIGHT WAITSTAFF — Night cook. Full-time year-round. Apply in person. Punkin Valley Restaurant (Rte. 302) 1270 N. High St., Bridgton. 647-2784. tf6

FOR SALE

ANTIQUES — Buffet, mirror, wooden wheels. Need refinishing.

Best offer. Leave message. 5832t24 6358.

GREEN FIREWOOD — cut, split and delivered. $200 a cord.

Call 207-515-0779.

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CAMPER TRAILER — 2013 North Trail FX235. Limited use.

Great condition. Winterized, air conditioning and heat. $9,950.00.

647-8419.

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FULL-TIME/YEAR-ROUND POSITION 40 HOURS PER WEEK STRONG LEADERSHIP SKILLS EXPERIENCE IN COMMERCIAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE AND PHYSICAL PLANT RELATED SYSTEMS ELECTRICAL TRADE – PREFERRED INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD VISIT SCHOOLSPRING.COM TO APPLY JOB I.D. #3092981

Apply in person or call: Top of the Ninth/Fryeburg House of Pizza 11 Portland Rd., Fryeburg • 935-4172 1T24cd

DEADLINE: JUNE 28, 2019 EOE

LAKE REGION MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION — LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

FULL-TIME

PUBLIC WORKS POSITION The Town of Raymond is seeking one full-time laborer/truck driver to join our Public Works Department. Successful applicants must have a valid CDL license (class A or B) with a clean driving record and experience in the operation of heavy equipment and all aspects of municipal Public Works functions.

Mechanical knowledge a plus.

The Town of Raymond offers competitive pay and benefits including medical and dental insurance and a deferred compensation plan.

Applications are available on the website at www.raymondmaine.org, or at the Raymond Town Office. Completed application, cover letter and resume can be e-mailed to rita.theriault@raymondmaine.org, faxed to 207-655-3024, or sent to the Town Office: Rita Theriault, Human Resource Officer, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond, ME 04071.

Flaggers make $13–$14/hour and work locally.

Turner, Bridgton, Fryeburg $100 Referral Bonus

FOR MORE INFO CALL 225-5627

This is a full-time position that will provide services to students requiring such services per their IEP. Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral disabilities and needs preferred. This position will require: Providing group and individual therapy to LRMS students per IEP Being an active member of a special education team with daily work within our Day Treatment Program Engaging in positive conflict resolution and mediation between home and school Promoting improvement in social-emotional and behavioral well-being Consulting with staff regarding needs of students, families and programs Oversight of educational technicians with BHP Training Completing required paperwork in a timely fashion including Maine Care billing Completing psycho-social evaluations as determined by EIP teams QUALIFICATIONS: • Current and appropriate Maine Licensure (LCSW) and CHRC – REQUIRED • Prior experience in both educational and mental health settings – PREFERRED • Two (2) years of direct clinical experience with children and families – REQUIRED • Experience writing, implementing, and assessing social work IEP goals – REQUIRED • Excellent verbal and written communication skills – REQUIRED • Highly-organized, flexible, enthusiastic and energetic and able to work well in a fast-paced collegial environment – REQUIRED • Experience with Maine Care billing – PREFERRED POSITION AVAILABLE BEGINNING August 28, 2019 INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD VISIT SCHOOLSPRING.COM TO APPLY DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS FOUND

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Position open until filled.

The Town of Raymond is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more info call Marie 207-989-1990 EOE

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• Free Online Educational Courses • Essential Staffcare Health Insurance • Ability to Earn Holiday Pay

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LAKE REGION SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

TOWN OF RAYMOND, MAINE

Work Outside for the Summer!

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

Most parts 2 days. Good used cars.

Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 tf30 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477.

LAKE REGION SCHOOL DISTRICT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN/ MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR

KITCHEN HELP • LINE COOKS DISHWASHER

HELP WANTED

VEHI­CLES FOR SALE

2016 CHRYSLER — Town & Country, 41k miles. Excellent condition. $16,000.00. 207-6473629. 184 Sweden Rd. Bridgton.

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$5 FOR TATTERED — U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag & FOR RENT

Banner, Windham, 893-0339.

tf46 BRIDGTON — 2 bedrooms, full DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried bath, split level apt. Trash and snow twelve months. Selling seasoned removal. Lawn care, water and hardwood year-round. One cord sewer included. Screen porch and $260, cut, split, delivered. Call large yard. $800.00 mo. First month 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. and security required. 603-494tf24 westermainefirewood.com 52t22x 0325.

for the person who takes pride in cleaning done right. Must be ex- driver’s license. Apply online at Q- QUIMBY FIREWOOD — Green tf50 $210.00. Seasoned $245.00. Buy off perienced, dependable and able to Team.com/JobApp the little guy. (207) 935-6302. handle rigorous work. Good salary 27t22x

and meals provided. If you have a “can do” attitude and good references, call Rich or Brian to learn HELP WANTED about joining our dedicated team: (207) 232-1979, (410) 329-5995 or BARTENDER • BREAKFAST COOK apply online at www.skylemar.com

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Full-time. Mid-June through midAugust. Contact Ellen DonohueSaltman at 617-325-1541 or ellen@ encore-coda.com tf14

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RED’S FIREWOOD — Cut, split and delivered. Any amounts. Call 615-6342 for details. tf16

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TOWN OF RAYMOND, MAINE FULL-TIME DEPUTY CLERK

The Town of Raymond is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Town of Raymond is seeking a full-time Deputy Clerk. This position is 34 hours per week and requires working until 7 p.m., on Tuesday night. The deputy clerk works closely with the public, must be courteous, and work well with other people. Some of the responsibilities include: registering motor vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, and dogs, issuing hunting/fishing licenses, vital records, collecting tax payments and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate must have customer service experience, organizational skills, the ability to multitask and to maintain confidentiality. Accuracy is a must, as well as good telephone and communication skills.

Graduation from high school or the equivalent is necessary.

Experience with TRIO Systems or municipal government is a plus.

The Town of Raymond offers competitive pay and benefits including medical and dental insurance and a deferred compensation plan.

Application, cover letter and a current resume are required.

Applications are available on our website, www.raymondmaine.org, or at the Raymond Town Office. Completed application, cover letter, and resume can be e-mailed to rita.theriault@raymondmaine.org, faxed to 207-655-3024, or sent to the Town Office by 4 p.m., on June 21, 2019: Rita Theriault, Human Resources Officer, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond, ME 04017.

Bridgton, Fryeburg, Lovell, Dixfield, Carthage, Standish

Bridgton, Harrison, Raymond

$100 Referral Bonus • Free Online Educational Courses • Essential Staffcare Health Insurance • Ability to Earn Holiday Pay 8T19CD

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Classifieds / Area News

June 13, 2019, The Bridgton News, Page 7D

FOR RENT

OFFICE SPACE — for lease in prime Main St. location. Historic bank building. 2nd floor, 2 1-room offices - $300.00/mo., 1 6-room office - $1600.00/mo., includes heat, AC, electric, parking, snow removal & WIFI. Contact Oberg Real Estate Agency at 207-647-5551 or 207-647-6558.

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BRIDGTON — 1 bedroom apartment, 1st floor. $875.00/month.

Utilities included. References a must. No pets. 1-month security.

Call Victor at 207-650-8071. 8t23x

BRIDGTON — Rooms for rent. $125 per week furnished with Internet. Substance-free building. Call David at 207-321-9908. tf37 FRYEBURG — ME/NH LINE – Great location. One-bedroom apartment. Utilities & cable provided. $850.00/month. No pets. Call 2073t23x 415-1444.

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

BUSINESS SERVICES

LIGHT TRUCKING — mulch, loam, brush cutting, hauling and more. Call (207) 595-8321. 5t22x

BILL’S STUMP GRINDING — Bush hogging, rototilling. Willard Goodwin, 207-595-8628, e-mail: willardgoo@icloud.com 20t18x

EYE CARE — Comprehensive adult and child eye exams. 2-year eyeglasses warranty, contact lenses.

Sacopee Valley Eye Care, 91 Maple Street, Cornish. 207-625-3700. sveyecare.com 10t21x LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER — Rozzie May Animal Alliance, dedicated spay/neuter nonprofit serving N.H. and Maine. Cats $70-$85.

Dogs at Conway clinic, starting at $100. Military discounts, N.H./ Maine plans. Register online www.

RozzieMay.org or call 603-4471373. tf18

BUSINESS SERVICES

BRIDGTON — Lot for sale, 2 acres. Harmon Rd. Call 647-3028.

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DENMARK HOUSE PAINTING — Since 1980. Interior and exterior painting. Free estimates. Call John Mathews 452-2781. tf40

WANTED

OUTBOARD MOTORS — Old. Running or not. Please call David at 207-299-0762.

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PLEASE CONSIDER — donating gently used furniture, household items and more to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. FMI, go to our website www.harvesthills. org for details or call 935-4358, ext.

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YARD SALES

MULTI-FAMILY — Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Lewis Rd (off Rt. 35) at the Naples/Harrison border. Something for everyone. Priced to sell.

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Memorial Hospital’s annual Employee Awards Banquet

NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — Memorial Hospital hosted its annual Employee Awards Banquet at the North Conway Grand Hotel in North Conway, N.H, to recognize staff for years of service, and to present various awards. Over 200 employees and guests turned out to celebrate during the “Roaring 20s” themed event.

Employees nominated their peers for the annual Excellence Awards recognizing those who exemplify Memorial’s values of Patient Centered Care, Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Innovation, as well as other honors.

The awards were presented as follows: Employee of the Year — Diane Shore, file clerk in Materials Management; Provider of the Year — Charisse Hirschfeld, advanced practice registered nurse in the Walk-In; Leader of the Year — Lori Farrington, supervisor of Environmental Services; Team of

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Diane Shore, left, shown with Vicky Genimatas, received the Employee of the Year Award. (Photo credit: Rachel Andrews Damon)

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the Year — Oncology & Infusion Services; Patient Centered Champion — Troy Turcotte, security officer; Spirit of Respect — Jesse Burke, computed tomography technologist; Spirit of Integrity — Devin Copsey, registered nurse; Spirit of Excellence — April Waggener, pharmacy technician; Spirit of Ownership — Martha Jackson, registered nurse; Spirit of Innovation — Jennifer Bartlett, scheduling coordinator; and One Beat Engagement Award to Emily Henley, office assistant in Primary Care.

Human Resources Director Sue Edminster also acknowledged the Medical Staff of Memorial Hospital for their generMemorial Hospital recognized Joyce Kennett for her ous donation of flowers and time spent decorating the venue 45 years of dedicated service. (Photo credit: Rachel for the awards banquet.

Andrews Damon) Memorial also honored employees with annual Service Awards. Staff members received pins marking their years of service ranging from five to 45 years.

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Hospital Employee Awards Banquet

(Continued from Page 7D) Shirley Whitaker, case manager, Merriman House; Michael Eaton Jr., surgical aide 15 Years — Kendra Griffin, multi-modality technician; Dr. Marni Madnick, Obstetrics & Gynecology; Mary Vigeant, advanced practice registered nurse; Bethany Potter, multi-modality technician; Alana Illsley, medical assistant; Valerie Lozier, advanced practice registered nurse; Deborah Hanson, informatics manager; Dr. Stephen Sanders, physician; Leigh Copsey, registered nurse; Jane Fichera, STICK WORK — This tee-pee is at the top of Southwest Ridge Trail on Pleasant Mountain, as photographed by registered nurse; Marie Walsh, data integrity anaPam Ward during her recent hiking travels. lyst; Michelle Mattei, clinical supervisor; Kristen West, registered nurse; Marlene Banhart, office assistant; Glenn White, cook 10 Years — Lucinda Bergeron, registered nurse;

Planting succulents presentation at Norway Memorial Library

NORWAY — Norway Memorial Library will present Planting Succulents with Mark Brandhorst on Thursday, June 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This program is free and open to the public. All are welcome.

Mark Brandhorst, owner of Halls Pond Gardens in South Paris, will present a slide show featuring perennial succulents, sedums, and hens and chicks. Weather permitting, he will also demonstrate how to plant them in rock gardens, outdoor containers, and stonewalls.

Mark will also answer gardening questions from those who want tips on improving current succulent gardens or starting a new one.

Brandhorst has worked with plants and stones for much of his adult life. Over time, his gardens have become his outdoor “studio” where, from April to November, he creates form and texture through the placement of stone, plants, and the continued cultivation of new gardens.

Mark spends a lot of time exploring the natural world and seeks to communicate his experiences through photography, wood sculpture, and gardens. He has a natural gift for noticing details and strives to bring his vision forward through various creative expressions.

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Mark Brandhorst owner of Halls Pond Gardens in South Paris will give a free presentation on perennial succulents at Norway Memorial Library on Thursday, June 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

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