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Bridgton, Maine

June 21, 2012

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Avesta still committed

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Despite ordinance challenges and constraints on the downtown sewer system, Avesta Housing, Inc. President, Dana Totman, said Tuesday his nonprofit organization is still committed to bringing affordable housing for the elderly and disabled to 247 Main Street, Bridgton, the former Chapter 11 property.

Totman said Avesta will submit formal plans for the $4.3 million project “when we are comfortable we can comply” with the first-floor commercial use requirement for downtown lots of 20,000 square feet or greater, which voters passed June 12 by a 505-345 vote. He did not give details on how compliance will be achieved; the amendment requires that the entire ground floor of new development be used for “retail, office, business or professional use.” Several of Avesta’s other housing projects A LONG-AWAITED MOMENT — Lake Region graduate Emily Doviak of Bridgton gives Class Advisor Kelly-Anne Rush in southern Maine house social a hug after receiving her diploma and yellow rose during Sunday’s commencement inside the high school gymnasium. More service agencies.

Avesta will also need to comphotos and a list of scholarships awarded appear on Page 1C. (Rivet Photo) ply with new language reducing

minimum lot sizes in the downtown shoreland zone, which is currently under appeal with the Department of Environmental Protection and will require voter approval this December.

Lack of sewer allocation capacity for the project presents perhaps the biggest challenge — but here, Totman is confident a solution can be found. “We’re still studying the sewer piece, but I think, clearly, we would like to contribute to solving the town’s sewer challenge,” he said. Currently, sewer allocations already committed slightly exceed engineering estimates of a 12,666 gallon-per-day capacity at the Lower Ballfield leach field that 247 Main Street’s lines feed into.

The Bridgton project would have 19 one-bedroom and two 2-bedroom apartments, and would need a sewer allocation of around 2,400 gallons per day to hook into the system.

The town is looking into expanding the existing field capacity, depending on the results of a study of ways to AVESTA, Page A

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer As one Bridgton voter put it, “This town meeting was five minutes longer than last year’s.”

Yes, and it only lasted 50

minutes, as just over 100 voters quickly dispensed with the 44 warrant articles at the annual town meeting on June 13.

Voters approved Articles 6 through 19 in a block, with very little discussion and few

questions asked. Among those that were approved in Articles 6 through 19 was Article 11 allowing the town to participate in the Cumberland County Housing and Community Development Programs of the

Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development including the Community Development Block Grant Program.

Article 7 brought lengthy discussion, with Vanessa Jones

making a motion to amend the rate paid to taxpayers who pay amounts in excess of the amount assessed to an interest rate of 1.5%, or half of the 3% interest rate proposed.

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Casco residents put their tax money where their belief system is, adding almost $5,000 more to the library and allocating $30,000 to a greenspace acquisition fund.

Also, community members passed a warrant granting power to the Casco Board of Selectmen to review streetlights, and dis-

cover ways to conserve energy and save money by changing how those lights are operated.

Despite a unanimous recommendation by the Casco Finance Committee to skip the annual tradition of saving money in the Land Acquisition/Easement Account, voters at Casco’s Annual Town Meeting advocated shifting funds there.

During June’s town meet-

ing in 2011, residents supported with $70,000 the purchase of a 27-acre tract on Hacker’s Hill to preserve public access.

For almost a decade, the town has been setting aside funds to be applied toward the protection of open spaces; and, residents here were in favor of seeing that trend continue.

When it came time to discuss Article 22, finance com-

mittee member Sam Brown said there was already money in the account — and there still would be after the withdrawal for the Hacker’s Hill purchase.

Currently, the account totals $113,000.

“I am a huge proponent of the town supporting open space.

It was certainly a difficult decision for me to favor not spending money on open space, but it

seemed to be the right one this year,” he said. “Sustainability is an important discussion to have. The budget had increases in other accounts. It made sense not to put $30,000 in the fund.”

An audience member stepped to the microphone to counter his statement.

“It is a savings account. It CASCO, Page A

rant format allowed voters to decrease amounts proposed in warrant articles, but they could not increase them.

In answer to Jones’ question, Bridgton Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz issued a posttown meeting clarification of his explanation of Article 7.

The town manager’s clarification statement explains that the amendment approved by voters for Article 7 to reduce the 3% interest rate from 3% to 1.5% has become null and void, due to state statutes.

“Statute prohibits any further reduction” “Article 7 sets the interest rate that would be paid in the next fiscal year for those taxpayers who pay amounts VOTERS, Page A

Bridgton voters take under hour to handle warrant

Casco gives library, green fund added boost

Pain won’t go away Woman to raise RSDS awareness

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer No one can truly comprehend the chronic, burning pain that accompanies Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSDS), also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), unless they have experienced it themselves.

Rosemary Wiser, 20, of West Bridgton, had surgery for a torn tendon on her ankle in 2006 — three years later, she was diagnosed with RSDS. “I had surgery in 2006 and it (RSDS) stemmed from that,” Rosemary said. “I was officially diagnosed, in 2009, but I had the symptoms two years before. It was a burning pain that wouldn’t go away. It got worse after that and I developed a sensitivity to touch.”

Yet, instead of feeling sorry for herself, Rosemary is undertaking a fundraiser in Bridgton on June 30 to help raise awareness of RSDS/CRPS. Save the date‚ June 30 at 1 p.m.

The June 30 Walk to Raise Awareness of RSDS/CRPS will

begin at 1 p.m. at the Food City parking lot. Participants will walk together from Food City up Main Street to Highland Lake Park and back again.

There will also be a food sale in front of Oberg’s Insurance & Real Estate Agency on Main Street beginning at noon.

Monies raised that day will go to RSDS Association in Connecticut to help further awareness, education and research. Donations may also be sent in care of Rosemary Wiser, to 4 Keene Lane, Bridgton, ME 04009.

Rosemary is looking forward with great anticipation to the first annual Walk to Raise Awareness of RSDS/CRPS. Said Rosemary of the upcoming event, “It’s cool! I’m excited!”

And her goal?

“Mostly, to raise awareness,” she said.

What is RSDS/CRPS? According to the nonprofit organization RSDHope, founded by the Orsini family of Harrison, RSDS/CRPS “is a progressive disease of the Autonomic Nervous System

that can follow a simple trauma (fall or sprain), break or fracture (especially wrist and ankle), sharp force injury (such as a knife or bullet wound), heart problems, infections, surgery, spinal injuries/disorders, or major trauma...RSDS/CRPS is an involvement of nerves, skin, muscles, blood vessels (causing constriction and pain) as well as bones. It is a multisymptom condition affecting one, two, or sometimes all four of the extremities. It can also be in the face, shoulders, neck, eyes, chest, groin. back, etc...

It may spread from the original site to another part of the body; foot to leg, hand to arm, and can spread from one side to the other side of the body. RSD can spread in up to 70% of cases. In a small number of cases (8% or less) it can become systemic, or body-wide.”

RSDHope explains the pain of RSDS/CRPS this way, “The constant pain is described as a burning pain as if a red hot poker were inserted into the affected area; also throbbing, aching, stabbing, sharp, tingling and/or crushing in the affected

SMILING THROUGH EXCRUCIATING PAIN — of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome is 20-year-old Rosemary Wiser, of West Bridgton, (center). Assisting Rosemary with an upcoming fundraiser on June 30 to promote awareness of RSDS, also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, are her sister, Marguerite Wiser, (at left), and her close friend, Leah Bennett (at right).

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Voters take under hour to act on 44 (Continued from Page A) in excess of the amounts finally assessed,” Berkowitz explained. “The information that I provided the citizens at this important town meeting was not as clear as it should have been and the subsequent actions taken to reduce the interest rate to 1.5% are not in accordance with the prevailing state statute.”

Berkowitz said further, “Article 7 simply deals with those taxpayers who pay their taxes and as a result of any abatement or downward adjustment to their assessed value find they had overpaid their taxes for that year and therefore would be entitled to receive interest on the amount to be refunded only. The statute (that applies in this case) also establishes the rate setting formula which relies upon the interest rate set in the previous article less 4%. In this case that turns out to be 3%, exactly the language in Article 7. The statute prohibits any further reduction. Therefore, the vote

to amend Article 7 down to 1.5% becomes null and void and the statute’s formula dictates the 3% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012.”

Article 8, which allows the tax collector to accept pre-payment of taxes not yet due or assessed was approved by voters June 13.

Explaining Article 8, the town manager stated, “However, there was no interest rate or payments authorized to the taxpayer for any prepayment.”

Berkowitz said in conclusion, “The concern raised by the citizen at town meeting was that the interest rate in Article 7 was higher than what a person could receive at the bank and placed the town in a position of possibly paying out more to those who chose to use pre-pay of their taxes as an investment opportunity leaving the town in a negative position. That issues does not exist, since the town meeting did not approve any such interest rate or payments. I hope

this clarifies the issue of interest rates and payments for the next fiscal year.”

Article 21 asked if voters would approve raising and appropriating $400,040 for the cost of General Government.

The amount approved in 201112 was $383,192.

Jim Cossey asked if salaries for all town employees were included in this article, to which Berkowitz responded, “Yes.” Cossey then asked, “Was there a general pay raise for town employees?”

“Yes, 3%,” Berkowitz replied.

Article 36 asked voters to raise and appropriate the sum of $577,389 for the cost of operating the transfer station.

Last year, voters approved spending $629,970.

Cossey came to the microphone again, stating, “When we went to single-sort (recycling), I recall the recycling rate was 47%. It seems to me it has gone down, as it’s at 22% now.”

Berkowitz explained the

difference, saying, “When we proposed single-sort, we were using the calculation of what we anticipated (to recycle), and that figure was inaccurate.” Berkowitz said the town now uses recycling percentages generated by the state.

Acknowledging the 22% recycling rate, the town manager said, “This became a serious concern, as we are still no where close to the 50% (rate of recycling) we really should be.”

Selectman Paul Hoyt asked to have an article reconsidered, specifically to ask a question about it, but not to make any changes to the amount proposed. Hoyt said he wanted clarification on what the $55,000 for a mower at the BRAG Recreational Fields was for, and Berkowitz said it was for the cost of a commercial-type mower as well as a building to store it in during the months it is used.

Veteran town meeting moderator Collins said of Hoyt’s request, “I think this is an unusual thing — I think it is only the second time (this has happened).”

Collins then explained, “If no one moves to alter or change that number (already approved in the previous consideration by voters), the previous vote stands.”

MOTHER & SON AT TOWN MEETING — Bridgton resident Vanessa Jones stood at the microphone at the June 13 annual town meeting with her young son, Hosea Jones, literally at her side.

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Dog trail ribbon cutting set for Tuesday, June 26

SWEARING IN — newest members of the Bridgton Board of Selectmen, Robert McHatton Sr. (center) and Douglas A. Taft was Annual Town Meeting Moderator Steve Collins (at left).

Incumbent Taft won re-election to the board for three years, while McHatton, who in the past served as selectman for 23 years, was also sworn in for a three-year term.

(Ackley Photo)

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held next Tuesday, June 26, at noon at the Bob Dunning Memorial Bridge, marking the grand opening of the new dog trail at Pondicherry Park.

Some of the strongest advocates for allowing dogs in the park, including Lega Medcalf, are expected to be on hand with their furry friends for a first ceremonial walk along the dogfriendly loop trail, if weather permits. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.

Bridgton Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz, along with Selectmen Bernie King and

Sidewalks on tap as meeting topic

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer The Comprehensive Plan Committee is inviting the public to attend their meeting next Monday, June 25, at 6 p.m., when representatives from the Greater Portland Council of

Governments will be on hand to detail plans to improve sidewalks and the Route 302 transportation corridor.

Anne Krieg, the town’s director of planning, economic and community development, said the committee

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invited GPCOG to make sure the transportation updates to the plan they are currently doing are in line with what regional and state planners have in mind.

The meeting will also allow GPCOG to hear from the public about ways to create better pedestrian connections throughout town. Stephanie

Carver, GPCOG planner, will bring along copies of a sidewalk study that was done last year. Her work, which details sidewalk widths, condition and construction materials, has produced a mapping tool of the town’s sidewalk infrastructure that can be used in future planning and capital improvement projects.

All display advertising due by Wednesday, for the July 5th edition (to be distributed on July 3rd.)

All classified line ads, calendar of events and editorial copy due by Friday, at 5 p.m.

Doug Taft, worked for months with the Loon Echo Land Trust and Lakes Environmental Association on fine-tuning the conservation easement that details the ownership transfer of the park from LELT to the town.

LELT Executive Director Carrie Walia said outgoing Selectmen Chairman Art Triglione, as well as Selectmen Paul Hoyt and Woody Woodward, have also “all been very supportive during this year’s discussion with LELT and LEA, that has now come to a successful end. ” The dog-friendly loop trail has been under construction for the past month. The loop trail that will allow dog walk-

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The dog use is a privilege, and park rules require that visitors with pets use a leash at all times and pick up pet waste, to ensure the use will continue into the future, Walia said.

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Fryeburg: Fireworks legal; free shed won’t open

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer FRYEBURG — About 100 residents debated issues such as legalizing fireworks, whether or not to keep the “free shed” at the town’s transfer station open, and if they should enact a mobile vending ordinance, at

last week’s annual town meeting.

Near the outset of the June 14 town meeting, inside Fryeburg Academy’s Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Peter Hastings asked that voters be told how much each warrant article asking for appropri-

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“I encourage you, next year, to include that information (in the printed town meeting warrant),” said Hastings.

This year’s annual town report is dedicated to Conrad Eastman, for whose mother

the Performing Arts Center is named.

Fryeburg Town Manager Sharon Jackson singled out Librarian Emily Fletcher, who is retiring after 12 years of service.

“Emily has excelled in her care of the library,” Jackson

said. “Her dedication is second to none.”

Fireworks legal in Fryeburg Voters decided to let the recently-enacted state laws regarding legalization of the possession, sale and use of fireworks stand, by defeating articles that would have prohibited

AUGUSTA — The lock at Songo Lock State Historic Site, a part of Sebago Lake State Park, Casco, will open to boat traffic at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 23, according to Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands officials.

The lock has been closed to boat traffic for more than two weeks because of heavy rains earlier this month and increased water levels in ponds and lakes in the surrounding area.

The heavy flow of water and increased lake levels required the opening of all of the flood control gates. The gates have remained open to allow Brandy Pond and Long Lake water levels to recede to more normal levels, Park Manager Matt McGuire of Sebago Lake State Park, said.

“We want to remind boaters that some of the flood control measures will remain open at the lock, so boaters will need to be cautious of the current,” McGuire said.

At its peak, the water level at the lock was more than 2 feet above normal. The water level still is about 1.5 feet higher than normal, the park manager said.

“All people and fishermen who want go down to the lock need to be very careful,” McGuire once again warned. “The water continues to be swift and high.”

For more information, contact Matt McGuire, park manager, DONOR PLAQUE UNVEILED — Supporters, staff, trustees and friends of the Bridgton Public at: 693-6231.

Library were on hand Saturday morning for the unveiling of the courtyard donor plaque. Pictured near the newly-installed plaque (left to right) are Mody Botros of About Time Graphics; Lucia Terry of Perennial Point of View; Carolyn Ehrman, president of the Bridgton Public Library Board of Trustees; trustees Will Libbey and Eileen Rounds, who chaired the courtyard construction committee; and Holly Hancock, library director.

HARRISON — Organizers of the first annual Lake Region Business & Consumer Expo have decided the timing isn’t right for a business expo right now, and have postponed the event until September. The expo was initially scheduled for June 23 at the Ronald St. John VFW Post in Harrison.

“Everyone we have talked with has been very supportive of the

By Dawn De Busk by jumping off the new Bay of ed: Overnight parking or campexpo, but many of them cannot participate because business has Staff Writer Naples Bridge. ing on the Causeway, mooring just now picked up with the summer visitors here and there are NAPLES — Following a “We have people jumping off boats all night at the town dock, other events going on,” said Muffett Crowell, who is planning the festival weekend with more the bridge constantly, and over and swimming around the town event along with Lisa Villa, with sponsorship by the VFW Ladies than the usual number of people at the town dock,” Goodine said dock.

Auxiliary. visiting Naples, town officials during Monday’s Naples Board Late in 2011, the Maine have decided a few signs are of Selectmen meeting.

Department of Transportation needed to remind people of the He added these infrac- (MDOT) removed many of LAWN MOWING • YARD CARE DOCKS INSTALL/REMOVAL rules. tions are public safety issues. those signs while portions SPRING GENERAL MAINTENANCE Town Manager Derek Currently, the ordinances are CLEAN-UP Goodine received a few com- not posted on signs. plaints about folks who risked Other forbidden activities no their necks and spinal cords longer seen in signage includ-

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Marty Engstrom supported the legalization of fireworks in Fryeburg, saying, “The State of Maine, with their wisdom, restricted the more dangerous forms of fireworks. I would think Fryeburg is exactly the kind of town the state had in mind when it legalized fireworks. We have lots of open land and open property without the risk of hurting neighbors, or starting a fire without blowing anything up.”

“I wonder why we are moving on this, before we even have any experience with it,” stated outgoing State Senator Dave Hastings. “One and a half miles from here (in New Hampshire) they are perfectly legal. Why are we rushing into this? It seems to me, we should wait and see how the (enacted state) law works, before we make a kneejerk reaction.”

Chief of Police Phil Weymouth weighed in on the fireworks articles, stating that “all of the land owners up and down the Saco River” have called him or e-mailed him to say they are “not allowing fireworks on their property.”

Then the police chief, too, urged people to give the state law regarding fireworks a chance before prohibiting them across the board.

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Shortly after the closing, a Pondicherry Park Stewardship Committee Agreement will be put into action. The town will seek candidates to fill the three vacant seats on the Stewardship Committee. Two additional seats will be filled

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — June in Naples has provided a nice blend of public hearings for liquor license approvals and for indoor music permits.

The Village Side Restaurant and Lounge is slated to open in the building where Sydney’s Restaurant once operated. The manager of the up-and-coming restaurant appeared before the Naples Board of Selectmen on Monday.

During the public hearing, restaurant manager Larry Morton said he hoped to be open by Independence Day, but he would have to see if state liquor licensing panned out before that date.

During the public hearing, two residents who live near the structure asked if the doors would remain closed when music was being played.

Morton turned in the seat behind him, and answered the couple directly, “I am familiar with Applebee’s. I had been there for several years. It will be more of a family-oriented business. We don’t want noise from the lounge to drive away business for the dining side.”

The abutters nodded, and commented that the owners of Sydney’s had always been good neighbors.

On Monday, the board approved both the liquor license and a special amusement permit for The Village

Side Restaurant. By definition, the latter permit only allows indoor music. Any events that include outdoor music must go before the board again.

Two weeks ago, on June 4, the selectmen approved liquor licenses for the following: The Black Bear Café, Doc’s Saloon, the Inn at Long Lake, The Galley, and Merced’s on Brandy Pond.

Also, both Merced’s and The Galley were granted permits for indoor music. The Galley’s entertainment plans included disc jockeys and karaoke machines, while Merced’s permit would be BANNERS to hang from poles required for low-key duets on the Naples’ Causeway. and one-person musical

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — By next month, brand-new town banners will sport a background of two true summer colors: Green and blue.

The 14 hanging banners – purchased by Naples Main Street – will wear the words, “Naples Welcomes You” and a simple lakeside motif with a sailboat and pine trees.

As far as a background of summer on the Naples Causeway, it won’t be hard for Mother Nature to do the rest.

Naples Main Street (NMS) representatives explained to the Naples Board of Selectmen the concept of the welcome flags

CASCO — A fire at a singlefamily home on Tenney Hill Road Monday night displaced the family living there.

Seven people were in the house when the fire broke out on the second floor June 18, and all exited the building safely.

According to Deputy Fire

Chief Scott Avery, the home at 53 Tenney Hill Road was heavily damaged by the blaze that brought firefighters from Naples, Bridgton, Casco, Otisfield and Raymond to battle it. Smoke was coming out of a second floor bedroom, when firefighters arrived on scene

around 6 p.m., he said. Tenney Hill Road was closed to through traffic for two hours.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s Office, according to Avery.

The displaced family will be staying with relatives.

fluttering above folks who will be enjoying the boardwalk this summer.

Although everyone was eager to promote Naples and its new arched bridge and shipshape Causeway, the issue of the American flags had to be handled first, according to NMS member Bob Neault.

The group had donated the money for the purchase of 50 American flags, which were installed along the boardwalk in May. After some discussion at one of their meetings, the people involved with NMS had decided to keep the American flags on the side of the boardwalk BANNERS, Page A

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NAPLES — Two men sustained non-life threatening injuries, when the vehicle they were in crashed off Lake House Road early Saturday morning, moments after a deputy attempted to pull them over, police said.

According to Captain Don Goulet of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, the deputy attempted to pull over the 2006 Dodge Magnum for erratic driving, as it was turning onto Lake House Road from Route 302 (Roosevelt Trail).

“As the deputy initiated the traffic stop, the driver slowed as if he was going to stop but then sped up to 80 miles per hour, going approximately seventenths of a mile and lost control of his vehicle crashing into a telephone poke,” Capt. Goulet stated.

Police identified the driver as John T. Allen, 31, of Bridgton.

Allen was transported to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

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“The crash is being reconstructed and criminal charges against Allen will be forthcoming as the investigation continues,” said Capt. Goulet.

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HARRISON — The Harrison Lions Club is sponsoring a car show on Sunday June 24, at Crystal Lake Park in Harrison.

Registration time is from 8 to 11 a.m., with voting from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Awards will be presented at 2 p.m. There are 21 classes available plus a Best of Show. Classes include: antiques, best of 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s and up. Also, there are classes for Mustangs/Cougars, Corvettes, Mopars, foreign, Streetrods and Camaros/Firebirds, as well as truck classes, a motorcycle class, and an orphan class. The registration fee is $5 for car and driver.

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this, they did put laws in place to protect the people,” Chief Weymouth said. “And if it doesn’t work, I’ll be the first to say so.”

The police chief clarified the Maine fireworks law, saying they can’t be lit off after 10 p.m., the user has to be 21 years of age or older, and the individuals who use them “can not be intoxicated.”

‘Free shed’ to remain closed Article 42 stated, “To see if the voters shall approve rescinding the recent transfer station policy which prohibits the removal of useable items from the Fryeburg Transfer Station site, and to reinstall the building collectively known as the ‘Free Shed’.”

Liabilty concerns and loss of revenue were the main reasons the former “free shed” at the Fryeburg Transfer Station was closed, the town manager explained.

Jackson’s comments were in response to former transfer station employee Dan Engstrom’s impassioned request from the town meeting floor to re-open the “free shed.”

In the end, attendees agreed it was best to not re-open the “free shed,” by defeating Article 42.

Discussion as to whether the “free shed” should be re-opened lasted just over 30 minutes, as Dan Engstrom and others supported the article, while some strongly recommended voting it down.

“The only reason given for closing it was because it was an eyesore,” Engstrom said. He then spoke of the poor state of the economy and cited kids who could have used some of the discarded toys at the “free shed,” or parents who could use firewood there to keep their families warm, and still others who could benefit

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Fryeburg voters also approved appropriating up to $142,100 for the estimated local funding needed to apply for the Route 302, Main Street, Bridgton Road sidewalk project.

A minimum of 20% of the total cost is required for the Quality Community Program, Maine Department of Transportation Enhancement and Safe Routes to School project.

Jackson said the $142,100 will be transferred from the Fund Balance Reserve Account to be held in escrow in the town’s SubAccount Fund to be used for the required 20% match needed. She noted that, in the event the town doesn’t receive funding for the Transportation Enhancement or Safe Routes to Schools projects, or if the town doesn’t use all of the $142,100, the funds will be transferred back to the Fund Balance Reserve Account.

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from using metal there to repair their cars.

“Please give this ability back to them,” Dan Engstrom said.

“They need it.”

Supporting his son’s request, Marty Engstrom spoke of wood pallets and other wood products that could be used by residents in need.

“Pallets make beautiful firewood,” said Marty Engstrom. “It just pains me to see that stuff going to waste.”

The town manager explained that it was her concerns around liability and loss of revenue that led to her decision to close the “free shed.”

As to the loss of revenue, Jackson said, “The town was losing money for metal, demolition debris and wood. Just in 2011, we doubled our revenue of metal, because we stopped it going out the door. Revenue lowers the mill rate.”

“Liability is the major issue,” said Jackson. “It had nothing to do with it being an eyesore. It had to do with revenue the town was losing.”

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BRIDGTON June 21, 28 — Greater Bridgton Rotary Club, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

June 21, 28 — Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Community Center.

June 21 — Trip to Hadlock Field to see Portland Sea Dogs by Bridgton & Sebago Rec, 4-9 p.m., leave & return, Old Town Hall.

FMI: 647-8786.

June 21 — Community Kettle, 5-6 p.m., Community Center.

June 21, 28 — Table Tennis, 5-8 p.m., Town Hall. All welcome, equipment provided. FMI: 647-2847.

June 21 — 9-Square, 5 p.m. to dark, Community Center.

June 21 — Hike up Bald Pate Mountain, meet 5 p.m. at Bald Pate parking lot just past Five Fields Farm, Rte. 107. FMI: 647-4352.

June 21, 28 — Bingo, doors open 5:30 p.m., early bird 6:30 p.m., regular bingo 7 p.m., St. Joseph Church, No. High St. June 22 — Program on native and medicinal plants, 9 a.m., Pondicherry Park.

June 22, 25, 27, 29 — Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 to 10 a.m., Town Hall. FMI: 647-2402.

June 22, 29 — Tai Chi Maine beginners’ class, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Town Hall.

June 22, 29 — Tai Chi Maine Beginner Practice, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Town Hall.

June 22, 29 — Mother Goose Time, 10:30 a.m., library.

June 22 — Read to Holly Dog, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., library.

June 23, 30 — Bridgton Farmers’ Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center parking lot.

June 23 — Bridgton Arts & Crafts starts summer schedule, open 7 days/week, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Depot St.

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June 23 — Open House and Reception, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Narramissic, Ingalls Road.

June 23 — One Man’s Dream, talk by Jane Elwell about Heifer Intl. Program, 11 a.m., library.

June 23 — Heath Roberts book signing of The Day the Frogs Went Hopping Mad, 1-3 p.m., Bridgton Books.

June 24-29 — Old Fashioned Tent Revival by New Heights Baptist Church, 7 p.m. Sun. thru Fri., 15 Depot St. FMI: 650-8816.

June 25, 27 — Computer Skills Classes, 10 a.m., Community Center.

June 25 — Tot Time, 10 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

June 25 — Knitting Group, 11 a.m., library.

June 25 — Kids Katering free lunches for ages 18 and under, noon, Community Center or Highland Lake Beach.

June 25 — Cribbage, 2 p.m., Community Center.

June 26-29 — Taoist Tai Chi, 9-10 a.m., Bridgton Library Courtyard. Public welcome.

June 26 — Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Community Center.

June 26 — Tunes for Tots, 10:30 to 11 a.m., library.

June 26 — Dream Big! summer reading program begins, 10:30 a.m., library.

June 26 — Food Pantry Distribution Day, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Methodist Church, noon to 3 p.m. St. Joseph Church.

June 26 — Magic Show w/ Conjuring Carroll, 1-2 p.m., library.

June 26 — Bridge, 1 p.m., Community Center.

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

June 26 — “Mood Food: How what you eat can affect your physical and mental health,” 5:30 p.m., Bridgton Hospital Physician’s Group Conference Room behind Bridgton Hospital. FMI: 647-6159.

June 26 — GOP Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Community Center.

June 27 — Senior Lunch, noon, Community Center.

June 27 — Bridgton Bookies, The Paris Wife, 3 p.m., library.

June 27 — Books Alive! Maine stories & crafts, ages 5-9, 4 to 4:30 p.m., library.

June 27 — Pathways Through Grief, 6 p.m., Community Center.

June 27 — Harvest Hills Cat Forum, 6 p.m., Community Center.

June 28 — Breastfeeding Support Group, 10 a.m. to noon,

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June 28 — Bridgton Transportation Committee, 10 a.m., Community Center.

June 28 — Free Women’s Massage Clinic, noon to 3 p.m., Birthwise.

June 28 — Pinochle starts, 1 p.m., Community Center.

June 28 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Masonic Hall, Harrison Rd. FMI: 1-800-482-0743.

June 29 — Red Hat Ladies of the Lakes, noon, Tom’s Homestead.

FMI: 627-1001.

BROWNFIELD June 22, 29 — Playgroup, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community Center.

June 25 — Assessments for swim lessons for Brownfield Rec, 10 a.m., Town Beach, Burnt Meadow Rd. CASCO June 21, 28 — Casco Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Casco Village Green, 940 Meadow Rd. FMI: 627-4199, 329-4598.

June 21, 28 — Senior Wii Bowling, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Community Center.

June 23 — Lake Region Business & Consumer Expo, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Harrison VFW Post, Rte. 35. FMI: 809-4605, 776-3118.

June 23 — Lake Region Open Golf Tournament, followed by Trick Shot Show, 1 p.m., Point Sebago Golf Resort.

June 23 — Saturday Night Supper, 5 p.m., Casco Village Church, 941 Meadow Rd. June 24 — Maine Search and Rescue Dogs program with demos and informational program, 2 p.m., library.

DENMARK June 22 — Denmark Mountain Hikers easy hike up Iron Mountain, Jackson, N.H. FMI: 756-2247.

June 23 — Humorist John McDonald, “Maine (When tourists aren’t around), 7:30 p.m., Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main St. FMI: 452-2412.

June 25 — Tai Chi in the Park, 9 a.m., village park.

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Two new rules that apply to the boardwalk only: No skateboarding and no bicycling. These modes of transportation and entertainment are allowed on other sections of the Causeway.

The selectmen, including new board member John Adams, voted 4-0 for Goodine to discuss with MDOT how to mount the signs.

“If we are going to attach signs to railing, I need to talk to MDOT and see what kinds of attachments” to use without scratching the paint on the galvanized steel hand railing and poles, the town manager said.

Twenty-two years ago, in 1991, Bridgton Hospital began a charitable golf tournament as a fundraising event to benefit the community hospital.

That first year the winning

foursome was Terry Holden, Bob and Martha Holden, and Don Holden.

The 22nd Annual Bridgton Hospital Benefit Golf Tournament has been sched-

uled for Wednesday, Sept. 5, at Bridgton Highlands Country Club.

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The decision was two-fold.

Old Glory would face a little less immediate breeze and other adverse weather coming from the Long Lake direction. Also, at nighttime, the American flags would be lit by streetlights. The latter detail is required according to etiquette regarding the flag of the United States.

“We decided to move the banners to the other side of the

boardwalk” closer to the water, Neault said.

Kathy Sweet, also a NMS member, talked about the aesthetics of the proposed banners.

“I spent three hours going through colors for the background, and the only two that stood out were blue and green,” she said. “We thought alternating colors” on the poles would work best.

“That is a nice concept,” newly-appointed Chairman Bob Caron Sr., said.

Sweet said the banners must be ordered immediately in order to be shipped in time for the Fourth of July. The board backed that purchase with a 4-0 vote.

Meanwhile, Neault said a few extra banners would be bought to account for necessary replacement of those that get torn or weathered from the lakeside elements.

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by Josh May of Harrison and Evolution Hobbies of Casco.

Bring your family out for some fun. The event is free to the public, although donations are accepted. Watch the RC Racing and check out the Car Show. Come enjoy the music. Get hungry while you are there. Well, that is no problem. A great selection of concessions by the Lions Club will be available.

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Bridgton Hospital, “We’re so very honored and pleased with the generous support of our community. We have sold out our tournament every single year and we remain confident that our hospital supporters will join us in this successful — and fun — fundraising event.”

The 2012 Presenting Sponsor is Norway Savings Bank.

“Norway Savings Bank has been a sponsor every one of our 22 years!” noted Mrs. Smith.

“Their support of our community hospital is deeply appreciated.”

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Police and court news

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Incidents appearing on the Bridgton Police blotter Monte Carlo operated by Kenneth C. Burnham, of Naples, was reportedly sideswiped by a 2008 Chevrolet 20 Express operated by Tison Gagne, of Biddeford, and owned

by Biosafe Environmental Services, Inc., of Westbrook, on Main Street.

3:51 p.m. A police officer arrested Michael A. Hart, 37, of Bridgton, on an outstanding warrant for unpaid fines for operating under the influence of an intoxicant, operating after suspension and operating without a license. Hart was transported to the Cumberland County Jail in Portland.

5:44 p.m. A male caller reported that he was driving his 2002 Oldsmobile Achieva down Chadbourne Hill Road the previous day when the brakes failed and the “car went into the bushes and he left it there and it is now missing.”

The caller believed someone had his vehicle towed “but not sure who” did.

7:57 p.m. A caller from Pond Road reported fraud, in that his wife received a phone

call from a male subject who said he was a detective and when she asked him for his name he wouldn’t tell her.

10:07 p.m. Carolyn L. Cummings, 44, of Bridgton, was arrested for operating a motor vehicle after license suspension, following a traffic stop on North High Street.

Cummings was released on personal recognizance.

Friday, June 15: 9:07 a.m.

No injuries were reported, when a 1999 Audi A4 operated by Jacob R. Meroney, of Bridgton, and a 2005 GMC Envoy operated by Frederick G. Watts, of Bridgton, collided on Main Street.

11:24 a.m. A theft on Elm Street was reported, investigated and a report made.

3:32 p.m. A caller reported someone stole a motorized scooter from a Main Street building.

9:47 p.m. Daniel M. Muise, 23, of Bridgton, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear for violating conditions of release. Muise was released on bail.

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On Sunday morning, a caller requested that a police officer be present at the South Bridgton Congregational Church “in case there is a problem with the media.”

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A 2010 International tractor-trailer truck operated by Kirt L. Singhaus, of Canton, Ohio, and owned by Heartland Express Inc. of Iowa, North Liberty, Iowa, reportedly struck the overhang on the building at the Chapter #11 property on Main Street.

6:48 p.m. A caller from East Pinnacle Road reported someone had stolen items from their residence.

7:40 p.m. A caller reported that window screens had been cut and windows opened at a building on Main Street.

The responding police officer checked the building and it was secured.

9:36 p.m. A 17-year-old male juvenile reported that his older brother “assaulted” him but that he did not need Rescue to respond.

Tickets: During this reporting period, police issued five summonses and 65 warnings.

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer BALDWIN — A 45-year-old man from Buxton, who allegedly punched a police dog after crashing his vehicle on Graffam Road near the intersection of Douglas Hill Road here Monday night, was transported to a Portland hospital with a bite he received in the upper thigh and injuries sustained in the accident, police said.

According to Captain Don Goulet of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, Howard William Liberty Jr. was the operator of a 2003 Chevrolet pickup truck that was traveling at “a high rate of speed” along Douglas Hill Road around 7:30 p.m. on June 18 when he lost control of the truck and it rolled over and continued down Graffam Road for approximately 500 feet. Goulet said the driver left the scene of the accident upon the arrival on scene of the Baldwin Fire and Rescue personnel, leaving his two injured passengers in the vehicle.

Two EMS personnel followed Liberty through the woods in an attempt to stop him, Goulet said.

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Capt. Goulet said Liberty “refused verbal commands from the deputies to stop and surrender himself and instead decided to assault and punch K-9 Paco with his fist. As a result of the driver’s actions, K-9 Paco bit him in the upper thigh area” and he surrendered to the deputies.

The two passengers, who were also transported to Maine Medical Center, are 45-yearold Stoy Day, of Sanford, who was admitted with a head injury, and 43-year-old Daniel Ford, of West Baldwin, who was treated for minor injuries, according to Goulet.

Saying “speed and alcohol are factors in the accident,” Capt.

Goulet said Liberty was charged with leaving the scene of an accident involving personal injury, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon (the pickup truck), assault on a law enforcement K9, and refusing to submit to arrest or detention.

“Additional charges could be brought, as the investigation continues,” Goulet said.

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FRYEBURG — The following is a partial listing of incidents handled by the Fryeburg Police Department from June 11 through June 17, 2012: Monday, June 11: 3:39 p.m. There was a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Portland and Oxford Streets. No other information was provided.

7:26 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of suspicious activity at Round Pond on Porter Road, and arrested Arielle A. Nagy, 21, of Brownfield, for violating a condition of release.

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a.m. Aaron C. Billon, 26, of Harrison, was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant, following a traffic stop on Naples Road in Harrison. Billon was released on personal recognizance.

11:37 a.m. A caller reported vandalism to a motor vehicle on Pinhook Road and the matter was investigated.

4:40 p.m. Jesse Walsh, 39, of Bridgton, was arrested on a warrant for failure to report, following a traffic stop on Portland Road. Walsh was transported to the Cumberland County Jail in Portland.

7:45 p.m. A caller reported a female bitten by a dog on Winona Road.

8:11 p.m. A male and female were reportedly yelling at each other on Gage Street.

9:11 p.m. A caller reported that they could “hear something trying to get out of the dumpster but unknown what it is,” near an apartment building on Sawyer Circle.

Monday, June 18: 1:50 p.m. No injuries were report-

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By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Bridgton Police arrested David Huston, a.k.a. Mitch Pratt, on Thursday for allegedly assaulting a WGME-TV news reporter who had been tipped off about a racist sign placed in Huston’s garage at 8 Fosterville Road.

Huston, 59, who police say uses the alias of Mitch Pratt, was stopped and arrested on Route 114 in Sebago shortly after accosting WGME reporter Steve Roldan as Roldan was doing an on-scene report about the sign, a photo of which had been e-mailed to the TV station on Wednesday. A cameraman caught Huston striding quickly up to Roldan and trying to grab

Saturday, June 16: 1:09 A summons for consumption of liquor by a minor was issued to India-Rae T. Bell, 19, of Lewiston, following a traffic stop at the intersection of South Bridgton Road and South High Street.

11:05 a.m. An employee at Bridgton Hospital called to report a subject with a dog bite.

11:35 a.m. A caller reported a vehicle with a boat trailer attached “was towing people behind them” on Portland Road.

12:09 p.m. A police officer responded to a general disturbance on South High Street where peace was restored.

6:42 p.m. A caller reported 15 to 20 teenagers skateboarding and riding bicycles in between cars in the parking lot next to the movie theater on Depot Street. The responding police officer checked the area with negative contact.

8:25 p.m. A total of 28 verbal warnings were issued, during a traffic detail.

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These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Tuesday, June 12: 8:53 p.m.

Shoplifting was reported at a supermarket on Portland Road and a summons was issued.

Wednesday, June 13: 7:45 p.m. A theft was reported at an apartment on Wayside Avenue.

10:54 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of suspicious activity at a vacant building on Walker Street. The officer searched the area with negative contact.

Thursday, June 14: 7:54 a.m. A caller from Oak Street reported having a wild black and orange bird with a possible broken wing.

9:14 a.m. A caller reported being chased by a pit bull dog on Willis Park Road the previous night while riding a bike.

12:20 p.m. Bridgton Police assisted the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office at Lake Region High School with a report of a male subject “out of control.”

1:42 p.m. A 2004 Chevrolet

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By Leigh Macmillen Hayes Special to The News Lake Region Community Theatre is celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Victorian novelist Charles Dickens by producing Oliver!

The Musical at Deertrees Theatre in Harrison.

Dickens’ characters, including Oliver Twist and Fagin, are part of the tapestry of English literature. Though Lionel Bart adapted the story and wrote the music and lyrics for Oliver! The Musical, the storyline is surprising loyal to Dickens’ novel.

Expect colorful characters and dramatic action when Oliver rises from the table, advances to the master, bowl and spoon in hand, and says, “Please, sir, I want some more.”

The LRCT production is under the direction of Mary Bastoni, with Pam Collins-Stahle as choreographer, and is produced by Janet Ver Planck, Jyselle Watkins and Lew Krainin. Lead characters include Oliver Clay-Storm as Oliver Twist, Peter Allen as Fagin, Pete Lazaron as the Artful Dodger, Natasha Repass as Nancy and Rick Clay-Storm as Bill Sykes. Over 60 performers make up the rest of the talented cast who will sing, dance and act their way into your hearts.

“Oliver! is that rarity in the theatre, a great show for kids,” — The Daily News.

Looking for a place to “have some more” before the show?The following restaurants are offering delicious pre-show meals at discount prices when you show your ticket for that night’s performance. Be sure to make a reservation or go early so you have time to dine before heading to Deertrees Theatre. The restaurants include: • Tom’s Homestead 1821 Restaurant, 4 North High Street, Bridgton, 647-5726. 10% off ticket holder’s entree. A finedining establishment, Tom’s home-cooked meals include an assortment of rolls, a fresh salad with homemade dressing and an

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SEE THEM AT DEERTREES — Oliver Clay-Storm will play the role of Oliver Twist and Pete Lazaron will be the Artful Dodger. impressive offering of entrees and desserts.

• Ricky’s Diner, 109 Main Street, Bridgton. Tel. 647-2499.

10% off ticket holder’s entree. A retro diner, you’ll find the usual burgers, sandwiches and salads, plus poutine (cheese curds and gravy).

• Black Horse Tavern, 26 Portland Street, Bridgton. Tel. 647-5300. 10% off ticket holder’s entree. Offering casual dining in an equestrian atmosphere, the tavern is famous for its baby back ribs, but also offers salads, burgers, steaks, pasta, chicken and fish.

• 76 Main Street, 76 Main Street, Norway. Tel. 744-9040.

10% off ticket holder’s entree.

An upscale restaurant, 76 Main Street offers an eclectic menu of

fresh foods including fish, meat and vegetarian choices.

Oliver! is produced by licensed arrangement with Oliver Productions, Ltd. and Oliver Promotions, Ltd. Norway Savings Bank and Hancock Lumber are the proud sponsors of the show.

The show opens tomorrow night, Friday, June 22 and spans the next two weekends. Curtain time for Friday and Saturday shows is 7:30 p.m., while Sunday matinees begin at 2 p.m.

Tickets, priced at $15 for adults and $12 for children age 12 and under, are available at various outlets. Check the advertisement in this newspaper and visit the website at www.lrctme.org for more information about tickets and dinner discounts.

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marijuana.

Tuesday, June 12: 8:40 a.m. A theft on Fish Street was reported and a report taken.

Wednesday, June 13: 12:45 a.m. Stephanie A. Warren, 32, of Fryeburg, was issued a summons for operating a motor vehicle without a driver’s license, following a traffic stop on Maple Street.

12:45 p.m. Police officers responded to a domestic disturbance on Portland Street.

Friday, June 15: 8 p.m. A police officer responded to a report of a theft on Menotomy Road and arrested Isaac W. White, 18, of Fryeburg, and charged him with theft by unauthorized use of property.

Saturday, June 16: 1:04 a.m. A police officer responded to a report of unwanted subjects on Howe Street.

9:45 p.m. A police officer responded to a disturbance on Smith Street and a report was taken.

Camp chance Huston charged

Camp POSTCARD (“Police Officers Striving to Create and Reinforce Dreams”) is a free week-long summer camp for Maine fifth and sixth graders, helping them build relationships, learn life skills, change their perceptions of law enforcement, reduce high school dropout rates, and improve literacy and college acceptance rates.

It is held once a year in June, on the grounds of Camp Agassiz in Poland, and is staffed by volunteer law enforcement and criminal justice professionals, community volunteers, and Volunteers of America personnel.

The camp’s Demo Day has included demonstrations of healthy snack making, military equipment, trained police dogs, wilderness survival skills, karate, fire prevention, a “touch tank” of live marine creatures, an ice cream truck, face painting, and more.

Fit, Fed & Fun for Life, introduced in 2011 and funded by the National Recreation Foundation, helps fight childhood obesity by encouraging campers to get outdoors for more active recreation and to eat healthier foods.

Science Day — all new for 2012 — will offer a range of educational science projects for campers, including several “stations” for them to explore and experience in groups.

Camp POSTCARD is a long-term partnership among the Maine Sheriffs’Association, the Maine D.A.R.E.® Officers Association, and Volunteers of America Northern New England.

This year, three deserving youth from Bridgton will be attending the camp accompanied by Bridgton Police Officer Phil Jones.

For more information on Camp Postcard visit www.voanne.org/Services/ YouthandFamilies/CampPOSTCARD

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Bridgton police determined that Houston had not committed a crime in displaying the sign or selling the crosses, but forwarded the report of the incident to the Portland office of the Secret Service for investigation into possible violations of federal laws against threatening the President of the United States. A call to the Secret Service was not returned by press time.

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All classified line ads, calendar of events and editorial copy due by Friday, at 5 p.m.

June 27 — Storytime, 9:30 a.m., library.

June 29 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, difficult climb up Mount Kearsarge, No. Conway, N.H. FMI: 756-2247.

FRYEBURG June 21 — Summer Film Series, The Help, 7:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy. FMI: 935-9232.

June 22 — The Royal Southern Brotherhood band, 7:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy. FMI: 935-9232.

June 25 — Fryeburg Bridge, 1 p.m., American Legion.

June 26 — Retirement Open House for Fryeburg Librarian Emily Fletcher, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. FMI: 935-2130.

June 29 — TRIAD Senior Picnic, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Fryeburg Fairgrounds. FMI: 647-3116.

June 30 — Yard Sale by Fryeburg Junior Rescue, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., rescue barn.

HARRISON June 21 — Sun Print Workshop for children age 9 and up, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., library. FMI: 5832970.

June 22, 29 — Harrison Farmers’ Market opens for season, 1 to 5 p.m., Harrison Town Hall parking lot.

June 23 — Summer Reading Program begins, 10 a.m. to noon, library. FMI: 583-2970.

June 25 — Monday Movie Night, Rebecca, 6 p.m., library. FMI: 583-2970.

LOVELL June 21-23 — Silent Auction, bidding 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurs. & Fri., up to 1 p.m. Sat., clubhouse, Kezar Lake Country Club.

June 21 — Gardening Group, noon, library.

June 21 — Lovell Invasive Plant Patrol workshop, 1-7 p.m., library. 783-7733.

June 22 — Storytime, Star Babies 10-11 a.m., Dream Catchers 1-2 p.m., library.

June 22 — Sign-up for summer reading club and rec dept. programs, 1 to 3 p.m., library.

June 22 — “Owls of Maine” program by Chewonki Foundation, 3 live owls, 2 p.m., library.

June 22, 29 — Bingo, early birds 6:30 p.m., regular bingo 7 p.m., VFW Post #6783.

June 23 — Tee for Two Golf Tournament, start 7 a.m., Kezar Lake Country Club.

June 23 — “Eyes on the Water” Plant Paddle, 9-11 a.m., launch from Northeast Cove Rd., off Timber Bay Shores in Lower Bay. June 24 — Library Annual Luncheon with storyteller Jo Radner, noon, Severance Lodge.

June 25-29 — UCC Vacation Bible School, “Sky: Everything is Possible with God,” 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., United Church of Christ, Rte. 5. FMI: 925-1321.

June 25 — Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m., library.

June 25 — Mouse Paint Storytime, 2:45 to 4 p.m., library.

June 25 — Lovell Historical Society Dinner, 6 p.m., Ebenezer’s FMI: 925-3234.

June 27 — Lovell Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Rte. 5 next to Wicked Good Store.

June 27 — Cribbage, 9:30 to noon, library.

June 28 — Writing Group, 1 p.m., library.

June 28 — Lovell Invasive Plant Committee, 7 p.m., library.

NAPLES June 21, 28 — Naples Farmers’ Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. FMI: 928-2187.

June 21, 28 — Musical Play Group, 10:30 a.m., library.

June 21, 28 — Pajama Storytime, 6 p.m., library.

June 23 — Chinese and Live Auction, doors open 3 p.m., auction starts 5 p.m., American Legion, Rte. 11.

June 24 — Doc’s Banjo Band, 6-7 p.m., Village Green.

June 26 — Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

June 26 — Online Safety Course with Greg Semple, 5:30 to 7 p.m., library.

June 26 — Scrabble Club, 5:30 p.m., library.

June 27 — Let’s Talk About It Book Discussion Series with retired Bates professor James Leamon, 1:30 p.m., library.

June 27 — Bingo, doors open 5 p.m., play starts 6:30 p.m., American Legion.

June 28 — Chamber After Hours, 5-7 p.m., SunSports, Rte. 302.

June 28 — Family Art Night, 5:30 to 7 p.m., library.

June 29 — Premiere of movie Amazing Love, 7 p.m., Cornerstone Gospel Church, 25 Sebago Rd. FMI: 693-6102.

June 30 — Benefit dance for Darren and Jodi Paul family, 8 p.m. to midnight, American Legion,

The Bridgton News Office will be closed Wednesday, July 4th

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Saturday —4 p.m.

Sunday —10 a.m.

WEEKDAYS Monday & Thursday —8:30 a.m.

Wednesday —6:30 p.m.

Rectory/Church Phone: 647-2334 Schedule only: 647-4339

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church 857 Main St., Fryeburg

Sunday —8 a.m.

Thursday evening —6:30 p.m.

Rectory/Church Phone: 647-2334 Schedule only: 935-4245

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RAYMOND June 21 — Prayer for the Nation, 7 p.m., Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Roosevelt Trl. June 23 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jordan Small School. FMI: 1800-482-0743.0 June 24 — Summer Reading Program begins, library.

June 25 — Storytime for Babies, 10 a.m., for Pre-schoolers, 11 a.m., library.

June 27 — Storytime for Toddlers, 10 a.m., library.

June 27 — Book Group, 7 p.m., library.

June 30 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aubuchon Hardware, Rte. 302.

FMI: 1-800-482-0743.

SEBAGO June 23 — Bean supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., No. Sebago Methodist Church.

June 24 — Sebago Historical Society building open for research, browsing (Bill Shelley talk postponed until Aug.), 347 Convene Rd. FMI: 787-2489.

June 27 — Storytime for Toddlers, 10 a.m., library.

WATERFORD June 25 — Waterford Bridge Group, 6:30 p.m., library.

AREA EVENTS June 21 — New Gloucester Strawberry Festival, 6-8 p.m., Congregational Vestry, 19 Gloucester Hill Rd., New Gloucester.

June 21 — People Who Read discuss The Scorpio Races by Maggic Stiefvater, 6:30 p.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. June 22, 29 — Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club, 9:15 a.m., Rec. bldg., King St., Oxford.

FMI: 783-4153, 743-9153.

June 22 — Patriotic Flag History Program, 7 p.m., Windham High School auditorium. FMI: 1892-1306.

June 23 — Beginner’s Woodcarving Workshop, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester. FMI: 926-4597.

June 23 — Pickwick Club, Bleak House, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Auburn Public Library. FMI: 778-4510, 583-6957.

June 24 — Benefit concert for Camp Sunshine

by New England Suzuki Institute & Maine Suzuki Assn., 6:30 p.m., Saint Joseph’s College, Standish.

FMI: 893-7723.

June 24, July 1 — Open House, FinnishAmerican Heritage Center, 2-4 p.m., 8 Maple St., West Paris.

June 25 — Full- and half-day camps for children, Fiddlehead Art & Science Center, Gray.

FMI: 657-2244.

June 25 — Mountain Storytellers Guild, 10:30 a.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. June 27 — Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, 85 Main St., Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

June 30-July 1 — American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Joseph College.

AREA FOOD PANTRIES BRIDGTON — Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Methodist Church, 98 Main St. FMI: 647-4476.

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

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

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

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

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

RAYMOND — Raymond Food Pantry, 4-6 p.m., 2nd & 4th Thursdays, Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Main St. FMI: 232-5830.

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

STANDISH — Catherine’s Cupboard Food Pantry, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Standish Town Hall, Rte. 35.

SWEDEN — Sweden House Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Sweden Church basement, 137 Bridgton Rd. FMI: 909208-6377, 256-7380.

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FOOD FOR FIREWORKS — The Bridgton Lions Club, Oriental Lodge #13 and Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club members worked together to raise funds for the Bridgton Fireworks Fund by holding breakfasts in May and June. Members shown (front, left to right) include: Dick Olmsted, Elaine Rioux, Julianne Forbes, Sandra Dyer and Bob Hatch; (back row) Eric Edmunds, Marc Mercier, Chris Rugg, Cliff Kraft, Mike Gavett and Doug Taft.

Avesta still commited to project

(Continued from Page A) improve effluent testing/quality. New leach field sites are also currently under review, but are subject to availability of land and possible town meeting action. Both solutions are at least a year away, however; Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz said, in a memo to Totman, that it wouldn’t be until the Spring of 2014 that the town could act on adding a new leach field.

Totman said he and other

Avesta officials “had a good discussion” when they met recently with the Bridgton Economic Development Corporation. He said corporation members spoke plainly “about what was important to them for the downtown,” and Avesta officials “shared what was important about how our development would contribute to the downtown.”

Totman said he expects that Avesta would be working most closely with the corporation

when it comes to solving the sewer capacity problems, but that “in the site plan review process, we obviously will work with the town officials.”

Avesta had hoped to submit formal plans for the project this spring. Maine State Housing has approved funding that comes with a deadline, but Totman said MSH officials “seem to be understanding” of the delayed time frame.

“They certainly understand

that we’re going through a process to figure out what the town ordinances are going to be,” he said. Asked whether MSH would be willing to extend the funding award beyond the 2012 calendar year, Totman said, “that depends on the path the project takes, if it looks like progress is being made.” A formal application will be submitted, he said, “when we are comfortable we can comply with all the ordinances.”

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podium for a second time.

“It gives me great pleasure that people want to continue to put $30,000 back in this fund.

On the finance committee, we are looking at every request not like it is our money, but your money.

Those are our decisions. (Those decisions) might not be yours,” he said. “Kudos to the town: This is the greatest thing I have heard all night.”

Article 13, which is Unclassified Accounts, received a resident’s motion to increase the funding for the Casco Public Library by $4,800.

“The library is not only a place where you go and check out novels. It is a learning center.

That extra money is not extra, it is needed,” Joanne Painter said.

Although a handful of other residents spoke in support of additional funding for the library, resident Alice Darlington questioned it.

“We were on the understanding that the increase was to replenish the endowment. We were told

last year that it was a one-time deal. In any case, the library now would get from the town over 62% of its money,” she said.

Former Casco Planning Board member Frank Brautigan spoke of the importance of a strong library attracting new residents.

“One of the things that brings new families into the area is the library. We are not giving enough funds to the library. And I really think we should be funding the library,” Brautigan said.

Resident Sue Poland said, “Regardless of whether or not this amendment passes, I would encourage residents to donate to the library.”

Community members also supported a town-wide review of the streetlights — once it was clarified that the public would have a chance to weigh in on any proposed changes to local streetlights.

Also, after some discussion, voting residents handed to selectmen the authority to decide what to do with the Casco Memorial School.

That warrant article passed after an amendment was added to make certain the language “dispose” did not mean to demolish, but could include selling, saving or using the building for fire training. Also clarified: No money could be spent saving or razing the building without residents’ permission at a special town meeting.

Finance committee member Sam Brown said, “We have been poking at the issue of the Memorial School with a long pole. This is a fundamental question of leadership. We are saying the selectmen can be trusted to do with that eyesore, or that asset, whatever they think it is that should be done. With the eyes and support of the community, you are going to come forward with a good decision.”

He added, “Dispose doesn’t mean throw it in the trash, it means make a decision. Let’s not wait for another year, for another town meeting, to get things done.”

Casco gives boost to library, fund

is good to show that we care about open space, to be consistent about saving for that. Casco is a good candidate for keeping open space. The way our land is fosters this,” she said. “I suggest we make this an annual commitment.”

Webbs Mill Village resident Amy Brown, who is the wife of Sam Brown, agreed with that sentiment.

“The Open Space Commission shouldn’t be penalized because it has extra money,” Amy Brown said.

Resident and Open Space Commission member Eric Dibner spoke next.

“The Open Space Commission is looking for tracts that will be good for protecting wildlife habitat, community forests. Those opportunities will come at us. As they do, we would come to town meeting, and hope the town will support us,” Dibner said. “I think it is prudent to put aside money every year.”

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affect a person with RSDS, said Rosemary.

“The weather definitely plays a role — it makes it worse — rain and barometric pressure do,” she said. “I can tell when it’s going to rain — it definitely makes it worse ­— it’s not fun.”

Rosemary’s RSDS/CRPS symptoms primarily affect her lower body, but have spread, she said.

“I mostly have it in my lower body — it started in my ankle — then it spread up my leg — and then it spread up my arm,” stated Rosemary. “Recently, it spread to both legs.”

“I have constant pain and burning — the pain is there all the time — but it comes in waves with great intensity,” explained Rosemary.

“Traditional pain meds don’t work — that’s the frustrating part. Some people have it worse than me. Some people go into remission, and some become wheelchair-bound. There’s no rhyme or reason to it.”

Rosemary hopes to help others who may not know they have RSDS/CRPS by spreading the word and explaining what symptoms she has.

As to what causes the excruciatingly painful symptoms of RSDS/ CRPS, Rosemary explained, “Nobody really knows. It’s a mysterious thing. The doctors have an idea (about what causes it), but they are mostly guessing. I was lucky to have an athletic trainer who knew about RSD — his mother had it. I went to numerous doctors after that. They don’t know enough about it to be able to say one way or the other, and they don’t like diagnosing people with this, because there is treatment, but no cure. There is management for it — but no cure.”

Another RSDS/CRPS sufferer has it in his eyes, Rosemary said.

“It’s different for everybody — they didn’t really know what I had — one surgeon thought I needed more surgery. They didn’t know,” stated Rosemary.

Asked how that made her feel, Rosemary said, “It was definitely a frustrating time, because they couldn’t tell me. I was in pain.

Definitely, the people around me believed me — but, it was frustrating. I had all this pain, but no one could tell me why.”

How has RSDS/CRPS affected how she lives?

“I used to be into sports — now I can’t,” Rosemary said. “For me, it’s been up and down — sometimes it’s good, sometimes it’s really bad and really flared — a burning. It affects everything, because you’re thrown a curve. When I was first diagnosed, it was much harder. I’ve learned what I can do. I can walk some now — not very far — it depends on the day. Somedays, I can walk a couple of miles, but not very often — and sometimes, it’s a struggle to walk from the parking lot to the store. It has affected my sleep — it’s harder to get to sleep. It has affected my going to college — I had to take a term off — now I am taking online classes.”

Rosemary said she has tried acupuncture and massage, to try to alleviate the excruciating pain. But, now she is affected by movement and vibrations — they intensify the pain she is already experiencing.

“The vibrations of cars and motorcycles or loud music,” can intensify the pain she has, said Rosemary. “It’s crazy — even thunder — I can feel the vibrations, and it hurts.”

There are some new treatments being recommended to help those with RSDS/CRPS, according to Rosemary.

“The latest thing is Ketamine infusions — they definitely help,” said Rosemary. “I have done nerve blocks — they help for a little bit, but not long enough. Nothing helps for a long period of time, so far.”

However, Rosemary said wearing socks does help her.

“Wearing socks provide that little bit of protection to the hypersensitive skin,” explained Rosemary. “So, it keeps the pain from being worse.”

Yet, she goes forward, with an upbeat attitude.

Grateful for all they have done to increase awareness of RSDS/ CRPS, Rosemary said of the Orsini family, “They have done amazing things — and they are right here in Harrison. And Jim, the director of RSDS Association. He and Lynn Orsini of RSDHope are amazing — you e-mail them with a question or concern and they’ll get right back to you. They are all really great people!”

“I’m definitely optimistic and definitely hopeful that somebody will come up with something (to aid in the cure RSDS/CRPS),” she said, smiling broadly.

Stressing the importance of reaching out to others, Rosemary said, “Reach out — find other people — whether in person or online — and don’t be afraid to ask for help and reach out. You have to, when you can’t do what you’re used to doing. It’s hard to do, but once you get past that, everything is so much easier!”

Rosemary’s close friend, Leah Bennett, who is helping her undertake the June 30 fundraiser, said she has noticed a change in Rosemary, since she was diagnosed with RSDS/CRPS. “She’s grown as a person, and she’s very strong,” Leah said. “I know I couldn’t handle it — but she deals with it every day. It’s made her grow, in a positive way.”

Told she seems to have a buoyant and resilient spirit, Rosemary replied, “You have to keep fighting — you can’t stop...In the end, it’s definitely worth it.”

She has sympathy for her pain management specialist who wants to help her as much as he can, but is limited in what he can do to help Rosemary.

“For him to see a 20-year-old walk into his office in pain all the time — he doesn’t know enough about it — he doesn’t know what to do.”

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CASCO/NAPLES — The Casco and Naples Rec Departments will sponsor a trip to the Hackamatack Playhouse to see the musical, Oklahoma! and a dinner stop at the Bull ’N Claw on Thursday, July 12.

The bus leaves the American Legion parking lot at 10 a.m. and returns around 6:30 p.m. Cost is $40 for residents and $60 for non-residents (who will be placed on a waiting list and will join the trip if space is available). Registration deadline is Friday, July 6. Be advised, the playhouse has no air conditioning!

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Junco concert and CD release

ROCKIN — On Sunday, Shawna Bonnevie (left) plays bass while her husband Corey Bonnevie handles the electric guitar, and Tom Hines (background, center) performs on the drums on the outdoor stage at Lost Lobstah. The band Ragged Jack, which was formed three months ago, offered audiences the sounds of rockabilly during the Maine Blues Festival in Naples.

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — At nearly 5foot 10-inches with heels on, Shawna Bonnevie stood as tall as her bass.

Her jet-black hair and sky blue eyes struck a chord of charm as did the green-as-grass vintage dress adorning her body.

Equally beautiful was how well she commanded the big bass by her side.

When Shawna sang Squeeze Box, her voice contained verve and sensuality. The medley blended that fast-paced favorite by the “Who” with Bob Seger’s

hit Old Time Rock And Roll.

The crowd was already hooked.

Only three months ago, married musicians Corey and Shawna Bonnevie crossed over from bluegrass to rockabilly.

Along with general manager and drummer Tom Hines, they formed the band “Ragged Jack.”

That recent switch from one musical genus to another has been an instant crowd pleaser, the band members said.

“It is one of those genres of music that has a wider audience appeal. We have the rock ‘n’

roll fans and we have the country fans appreciating the music we play,” Shawna said between sets on Sunday.

In previous years, the Bonnevie couple has spent Father’s Day weekend performing at the Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Music Festival held at the Litchfield Fairgrounds. This year, the new group took the stage during the Maine Blues Festival in Naples.

The 2012 Maine Blues Festival kicked off Friday night and wrapped up Sunday evening. On Saturday only, festi-

Concert listings Saturday, June 16

Three-time Grammy-winning producer Larry Campbell will sit in live with the David Bromberg Quartet on Saturday, June 16, at 8 p.m. at the Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road in Brownfield. Campbell won the Grammys for producing work with Levon Helm, toured as a guitar player with Bob Dylan, and won a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association. Bromberg’s new CD, “Use Me,” features guest appearances by Levon Helm, Linda Ronstadt, Dr. John, Keb’ Mo’, Los Lobos and others.

Friday, June 22

The Royal Southern Brotherhood Band performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy. FMI: 9359232.

Sunday, June 24

Doc’s Banjo Band kicks off a summer-full of outdoor concerts at the Village Green in Naples. The free concerts are held each Sunday through August, from 6-7 p.m.

A benefit concert for Camp Sunshine will be performed by the New England Suzuki Institute & Maine Suzuki Association at 6:30 p.m. at Saint Joseph’s College, Standish. More than 200 violin, viola, cello, guitar and piano students, ages 3 to 18, from all over Maine and the country will perform classical music and folk tunes at the concert.

FMI: 893-7723.

Tuesday, June 26

An Evening of Music Under the Stars at the Community School in Tamworth, N.H. will feature nationally recognized artists under the big tent by the school’s perennial gardens. FMI: 603323-7000.

Wednesday through Saturday, June 27-30

The 7th Annual Maine Festival of American Music will be held at the Sabbathday Lake

Shaker Village, Route 26, New Gloucester. This year’s festival will feature three evening concerts and a workshop/master class. Guest artists featured in varied American musical and classical performances are State Historian Earle Shettleworth, the Portland String Quartet, pianist Virginia Eskin, fiddler Greg Boardman, violinist Dean Stein and Br. Arnold Hadd. For a free festival brochure visit www.shaker.lib.me.us or call 926-4597.

Thursday, June 28

Dan Moore, keyboard artist, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts, 502 Christian Hill Road, Lovell. Tickets at the door are $10 ($5 children 12 and under).

FMI: 925-1500 or www.lovellbrickchurch.org

Saturday, June 30

The alternative rock/jazz/folk band Junco, comprised of alums from Fryeburg Academy, will hold a CD Release Show at 7:30 p.m. at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy. FMI: 935-9232.

Take a walk through the Vienna Woods with The DaPonte String Quartet at 7:30 p.m. at the Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, Denmark. The quartet is Maine’s resident chamber-music ensemble for 20 years strong, and this is a rare journey inland for them. FMI: 4522412.

Sunday, July 1

The country music of Pard “The Countryman” will be offered as part of the Naples Sunday Summer Concerts on the Green from 6 to 7 p.m. on the Naples Village Green.

A Sound of Music Singalong asks the public to share a few of their favorite things by singing along via projected subtitles to the movie, with props provided. The fun time gets underway at 6 p.m. at the Denmark Arts Center, West Main Street in Denmark. FMI: 452-2412.

val-goers were required to wear wrist bands to prove they had paid admission.

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FRYEBURG — When the time arrived for Bobby Sheehan to find musicians to make his original songs come to life, he didn’t need to look too far.

He tapped into a talented music pool, right in his own backyard — Fryeburg Academy, which has a rich history in producing talented musicians as part of its competitive, award-winning music program.

In the summer of 2011, “Junco” was formed. Joining lead singer/songwriter/guitarist Bobby Sheehan were: drummer Jon Dana, lead guitarist Seth Eastman, bassist Kelsey Sheehan and oboist Dan Stackhouse.

Together, the group has produced its first CD, “Original Arguments,” which will be released at a performance at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center at Fryeburg Academy on Saturday, June 30 at 7:30 p.m.

Meet the Band Jon Dana, 19, was raised in Fryeburg, where he discovered his love for playing drums. He now attends Clark University in Worcester, Mass.

Seth Eastman was brought up on a small farm in Chatham, N.H. He taught himself how to play guitar by watching VHS tutorials. Seth now attends the University of New Hampshire.

Growing up, Bobby Sheehan was constantly surrounded by music. The family tradition eventually rubbed off and led him to pick up the guitar and start writing music. Bobby is currently studying audio engineering at the New England School of Communications in Bangor.

Kelsey Sheehan, 19, grew up in Lovell, and started to learn bass guitar during middle school. Kelsey is now majoring in pharmacy at the University of Rhode Island.

Dan Stackhouse started playing oboe at age 10. He

CD RELEASE CONCERT — Junco will perform at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center on Saturday, June 30, at 7:30 p.m. Performers are (top to bottom): Jon Dana, Bobby Sheehan, Kelsey Sheehan, Dan Stackhouse and Seth Eastman.

The Fryeburg Academy grads will use this concert to kick off the release of their first CD, “Original Arguments.”

grew up in Conway, N.H. and later moved to Brownfield.

He now attends the Boston Conservatory and studies with Rob Sheena of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

During the winter of 2012, JUNCO, Page B

Dan Moore at Brick Church

LOVELL — Keyboard virtuoso Dan Moore will give some interesting answers to that question, “Why the heck should we care about Bach?” as he mingles Bach, boogie-woogie music and jazz in his concert at Lovell’s Brick Church for the Performing Arts on Thursday, June 28. Tickets (at the door) will be $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.

Moore has quite a lot in common with Johann Sebastian Bach. Both, of course, are keyboard artists, and neither has very many letters after his name.

Bach was arguably the best organist of his time in Europe; Moore makes much more modest claims, but he’s terrific, too.

Both are that unusual and hardy breed, working musicians who make their living through their art: Bach in Leipzig, Moore at the Mt. Washington Hotel, where he has played almost every night of the week since 1999. And both — here’s the kicker — are jazz musicians.

What? Bach played jazz?

Well, not exactly, says Moore, but there are some powerful parallels. If Bach could sit down with a jazz combo today, he’d know what was going on.

In his era (early 18th century) he was a supreme improviser,

HE CARES ABOUT BACH — Keyboard artist Dan Moore will mingle Bach and boogie when he performs at Lovell’s Brick Church for the Performing Arts on Thursday, June 28. playing flexibly with keys and chord changes, burying musical jokes and allusions in the midst of his pieces just as jazz players do. He built his works out of the Lutheran hymnal and famous tunes of his times the way jazz musicians work out of their “fake books” today.

Moore is a storyteller, and he spins stories and music and musical stories — a consummate performer. He won’t play

“too much Bach.” He’ll mingle Bach and boogie, moving from harpsichord to piano and back again. He’ll show the audience what he loves and why, and intrigue listeners by weaving music of different eras together in a blend that seems casual but builds a clear, vivid portrait of keyboard art.

For more information, call 925-1500 or go to www.lovellbrickchurch.org

to noon. Please have your child bring a camera, a drink and a snack. Your child should also have comfortable walking shoes. The children will be outdoors taking photos and participating in a photography scavenger hunt. In case of inclement weather, the workshop will be postponed to July 13.

Pre-registration is required.

Stop in at the library, call the library at 583-2050 or email wla@waterford.lib.me.us.

Participants must sign up no later than noon on July 4. The library is open July 4 during the book sale from 8 a.m. until noon. For more information about Trish Logan and L&H Photography go to www.landhphoto.com or call 357-1331.

Photography for kids in Waterford The Waterford Library will be hosting a Children’s Photography Class with Trish Logan from L&H Photography, LLC for ages 8 through 18. If your child owns a digital camera and would like to learn how to take better photographs, this program is for you.

The class will be held on Monday, July 9, from 10 a.m.

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Hole in The Wall season begins with encaustics art RAYMOND — Debra Claffey is an artist who is currently working in the medium of encaustics.

She will be showing her encaustic paintings at Hole In The Wall Studioworks from June 30 through July 31. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 30, from 6 to 8 p.m.

“I’m taken with the shape and contours of natural forms.

I love how plants form their leaves and stems and move themselves into the light and air,” Claffey said. “I’m astounded by the working of plant biology, the incredible efficiency of photosynthesis, and the fractal geometry in cell structural patterns.

An important ingredient to all Claffey’s work is the inner calm and peace that comes as a result of focusing her mind to work.

“I must be still in order to clearly see what is before me, and in me, and in all,” she said.

Claffey was a recipient of the 2011 Artist Entrepreneurial Grant from the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Hole In The Wall Studioworks is located on Route 302 in Raymond. Gallery hours are:

Suppers & breakfasts Saturday, June 23

A bean supper will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the North Sebago Methodist Church.

The Casco Village Church’s Diaconate Committee will hold another of its “Sensational Summer Saturday Night Suppers” at 5 p.m. at the church at 941 Meadow Road in Casco.

There’ll be beans, casseroles, salads, rolls, and of course homemade pies. Cost is $7 adults and $4 children under 10, families with small children $20 maximum.

Friends of the East Conway Community Hall will hold their annual Strawberry Festival from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the hall, located a quarter mile from Sherman’s Farm in East Conway, N.H. There’ll be strawberry shortcake, casseroles, cold cuts, salads and more. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children under 12. FMI: 603939-2262.

Saturday, June 30

‘OPEN TO BEYOND,’ an encaustic, graphite, pigment stick, monotype, on 24” by 24” panel, created by Debra Claffey, will be part of the first show of the season at Hole In The Wall Studioworks in Raymond, June 30 through July 31.

Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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for children ages 5 to 10, and free for children under 5.

The Wilkins House Summer Breakfasts, a Waterford tradition of 59 years, are especially well-known for their freshlybaked muffins, but also feature an extensive menu of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, pancakes, donuts, coffee, tea and orange juice. Workers for a kitchen or dining room shift are always welcome to

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Future dates are July 18, Aug. 1 and 15. The cost of each breakfast is $7 for adults, $4 for children ages 5 to 10, and free for children under 5.

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ers will find treasures galore, with new items appearing at each sale. Proceeds from the yard sales go to building maintenance funds for the Community House and the Church.

The Summer Breakfast proceeds help with the upkeep of the Wilkins Community House.

The building is available for community and private events by calling 583-4673.

Summer gears up at Harrison Library

they have not already done so.

On Monday, June 25, the library begins its summer-long “Monday Movie Night,” sponsored by the Friends of the library. The first offering will be the Alfred Hitchcock classic Rebecca, starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine. The movie will begin at 6 p.m., and is free and open to the public. For more information on either program, please contact the library at 583-2970.

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join the breakfast work crew, where many friendships have been formed over the years.

Interested volunteers should call Ginny at 583-2729 for further information.

While the breakfasts are happening on the main floor, the cool basement of the Wilkins House will be the site of an Indoor Yard Sale from 7:30 to 11 a.m. on each of the breakfast dates. Bargain hunt-

HARRISON — Harrison Village Library will celebrate the beginning of summer with a Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to noon.

There will be games and activities as well as the chance to meet Baxter, the Maine Library Cat. Children of all ages are invited to participate in this year’s summer reading program, “Dream Big: Read!” and will have the opportunity to register for the program if

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Tuesday, July 3

The Bridgton Public Library’s ever-popular annual 4 on the Fourth Spaghetti Feast will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. at Stevens Brook Elementary School, preceding the fireworks at dusk.

The menu is spaghetti with meat or meatless sauce, Italian bread, salad, homemade desserts, ice cream, lemonade, sun tea and Green Mountain coffee. Cost is $8 adults, $4 children, under three free.

A Public Supper with strawberry shortcake as the featured dessert will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the North Waterford Congregational Church, off Routes 35 and 37, opposite Melby’s Market in North Waterford. The menu is baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverages and dessert, and costs $7 for adults, $3.50 for children under 12.

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A Free Community Meal of Shrimp Scampi will be served from 4:30 to 6 p.m., buffet-style, at Christ Chapel, 37 Northern Pines Road in Raymond. The meal also includes casseroles, veggies, salad and dessert, and is open to all ages in Raymond and the surrounding communities.

A Spaghetti Supper will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Sweden Town Meeting Hall on Route 93 in Sweden. The meal, which benefits the Sweden Fire Department, costs $7 for adults, $4 for kids 6-12, and free for ages five and under.

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Arts calendar Arts & Entertainment

Friday, June 22 through Saturday, Sept. 15

The University of Maine’s Museum of Art is offering exhibitions by three artists: Chris Natrop, free-form cutouts of abstract flora; Richard Haden, carved signs and wooden sculptures; and Arnold Mesches, large-scale paintings. FMI: 561-3350.

Sunday, June 24

The second annual Local Color Art Show will feature exhibition of art by local artists in the outdoor Biergarten at Bray’s Brewpub and Eatery on Route 302 in Naples. FMI: 693-3502.

the Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, Denmark. Those who simply want to appreciate his award-winning work can come see his exhibit transforming the main hall into an oriental aquarium and aviary. Gallery hours are Friday through Sunday, from 2 to 6 p.m. and by appointment. FMI: 452-2412.

Saturday, June 30 through Tuesday, July 31

Friday through Sunday, June 29-July 1

Hole In The Wall Studioworks on Route 302 in Raymond will offer its first art show of the season with the work of Debra Claffey, who creates encaustic paintings. Gallery hours are MondaySaturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 655-4952.

Friday, June 29 through Thursday, Aug. 2

The Bethel Art Fair will transform Bethel Common with artwork by artists working in a wide variety of mediums. The fair runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will also offer entertainment and food.

FMI: 824-3575.

Two innkeepers in Mt. Washington Valley are sponsoring a new festival at various venues throughout the Valley. Voices and Colors, A Music and Arts Festival, will include musicians, coffee shops, art galleries, pubs and restaurants.

FMI: Freddie Procyk, 603-356-2044.

Join visiting artist Jean Kigel on Saturday, June 30, and learn how to master the simple art of Asian brush painting, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at

Saturday, July 7

John McDonald in Denmark DENMARK — The Denmark Arts Center welcomes back storyteller John McDonald to the stage on Saturday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Suggested donation is $10.

The evening will be filled with stories about the great State

of Maine, and what life is like when those pesky tourists are out of sight. This will be an evening of laughs, stories and all around good times. Remember, the best times are when the tourists aren’t around!

McDonald is a bestselling storyteller, author and radio personality. Author of A Storyteller’s Useful Guide to

those interested in taking part.

For additional events taking place in Mt. Washington Valley or to plan your visit, go to www.mtwashingtonvalley.org for complete vacation planning resources.

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NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — Two innkeepers in Mt. Washington Valley have put their hospitality skills to work to welcome a brand new festival to the region. With assistance from the Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce, Freddie Procyk of Cranmore Mountain Lodge and Jessica Zarenko of Cabernet Inn will present Voices and Colors, A Music and Arts Festival June 29-July 1 at venues throughout Mt. Washington Valley.

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QUILTERS TO EXHIBIT THEIR WORKS — Chickadee Quilters of Bridgton will hold their 33rd Annual Quilt Show on Saturday, July 14 and Sunday, July15 at Stevens Brook Elementary School on Frances Bell Drive, right off Route 302 in Bridgton. The show will be open both days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A donation of $5 is appreciated. There will be many quilts on display, a vendor area, a Chinese auction table, a raffle quilt, a yard sale table and a café with light refreshments. For more information, call Chris at 647-5197 or Sue at 647-4107 or e-mail ChickadeeQuilters@gmail.com

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P-Nut sign-ups have begun

Theatre Friday, July 6

Thursday, June 21

The Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center at Fryeburg Academy kicks off its Summer Film Series with the movie, The Help, at 7:30 p.m.

FMI: 935-9232.

Friday, June 22 through Sunday, July 1

Lake Region Community Theatre will present Oliver! The Musical, at Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. Performances span two weekends, with Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for ages 12 and under. FMI: visit www.lrctme.org

Saturday, June 23

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by Friday night, perform everything they’ve been working on in front of a live audience.

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The Denmark Arts Center welcomes storyteller John McDonald to the stage for a show about Mainers, once the tourists go home. It begins at 7:30 p.m. at the center, located at 50 West Main Street in Denmark. FMI: 452-2412.

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(Continued from Page B) Junco teamed up with audio engineer Sean Guaraldi to record their first album at NESCom Studios in Bangor.

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and leaving everything behind.

It always boggles my mind that He hasn’t done that yet. He’s a patient Fellow.”

We Might Be Crazy is about feeling alone when it comes to something you feel strongly about.

“At first you might feel a little nutty and doubt yourself, but you eventually realize that there are others who will stand with you,” he said. “As long as you’re peacefully standing for the truth nothing else matters, even if you are shouted down and ridiculed.”

Instrumentally, Bobby enjoys Dark Rain Down the most.

“It takes you to a lot of different places. The basic message from this song is to dance while you can and to be grateful for what you have. They’re ideas you hear all the time, but they’re important ones. It ends the album on a good note,” he said.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students (18 and younger) and may be purchased at the box office by calling 935-9232 or online at www. fryeburgacademy.org/pac The theater is located at 18 Bradley Street on the Fryeburg Academy campus. Parking is free.

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Sumner McKane’s incredible new documentary, In the Blood, tells the stories of the lumbermen who made modern Maine.

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Included is advice on marinating, such as “don’t use the liquid the meat was marinating in to baste your food during grilling. This transfers raw meat juices to your cooked meat, possibly contaminating it.”

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Search and rescue dog demonstration CASCO — The Casco Public Library is once again sponsoring a program featuring searchand-rescue dogs, along with information about what to do if you get lost in the woods. This program is always a big hit, attracting over 30 participants.

The program, co-sponsored by the Loon Echo Land Trust and Cornerstones of Science, will be held Sunday, June 24, at 2 p.m.

James Bridge and Nancy Troubh, team members from Maine Search and Rescue Dogs (MESARD), will present a program for families explaining what to do if you’re ever lost in the woods and then demonstrate with their dogs how they track missing persons. MESARD is a nonprofit, all volunteer organization formed in 1983 with the help of the Maine Warden

Service. Troubh is a 15-year veteran of K9 Search and Rescue (SAR) with many years prior to that of training dogs. She and her dog Spirit will demonstrate how a search dog works. Spirit is Nancy’s second SAR dog and she is currently training her third SAR dog, Splash.

Bridge is a five-year veteran of K9 SAR, with many years prior to that of SAR in

other fields. He will present the Lost But Found Safe But Sound Program. Jim is a Registered Maine Guide and Wilderness First Responder.

The Lost But Found Program was developed by the Association of National Park Rangers to teach children how not to get lost, and if they do, how to make it easier for searchers to find them.

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There will be a hike up Bald Pate Mountain on Thursday, June 21. Meet at 5 p.m. at the Bald Pate parking lot just past Five Fields Farm. For more information, call 647-4352.

On Saturday, June 23, at 11 a.m., the library will host Jane Elwell, who will give a talk about her trip to Peru in service of Heifer International, which provides animals for food or income to needy families in the U.S. and abroad.

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Jack Lesure had his eighth grade graduation ceremony last Friday from Lake Region Middle School. It was a large gathering, with many friends and families of the students. Jack was also honored with the President’s Award.

Congratulations, Jack.

Betty Skoglund and Susan Davis of Kalispell, Mont., are here visiting family and friends.

They arrived by train Friday night. This was their first trip cross-country by train, and they said they really enjoyed

it. They are staying with their sister Brenda while here. Also, their sister Anita Richardson is up from New Gloucester, so the Richardsons will have a houseful for the next few days.

Richard and Ester Flick’s nephew, Jeremiah Flick, and friend Ali Brown of Sanford are visiting for a while. Jeremiah is a chef at the Oxford Casino.

My son Berlin Matthews of Woodbridge, Va. graduated last week with a bachelor of arts in Science.

Bring on the berries — the First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ of Bridgton, will hold its 19th annual Strawberry Breakfast on Saturday, June 30, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 33 South High Street in Bridgton. Indoor and outdoor seating will be available, and everyone is invited to attend.

Bring your family and friends and feast on a breakfast of pancakes, French toast, homemade biscuits, cereal and ice cream, all topped with fresh local strawberries and maple syrup. Cost for adults is $8; children ages 5-10 are $3; and children age four and younger are $2. Tickets may be pur-

chased at the door.

“You can’t beat the taste of locally-picked strawberries,” said Sue Rock, co-chair of this year’s event. “It’s a great way to enjoy the first taste of summer.” This long-running event is one of the church’s most popular fundraisers, and supports its community outreach programs like Jeanette’s Closet, where families in need can find no-cost clothing, as well as the “Adopt-a-Child” Christmas program that supplies Christmas gifts to more than 150 children in Bridgton each year.

For more information call the church office at 647-3936 or visit www.bridgtonucc.com

NEW GARDEN CLUB OFFICERS — The June meeting of the Lakeside Garden Club was held at the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce building, where club members maintain the Butterfly Garden. New officers were elected for the 2012-2013 year. They include (left to right) Secretary Joanne Webb, Second Vice President Shannon Slayton, Judy Alderman (who installed the new officers) and President Harriet Robinson.

Missing from picture were: Treasurer Merry Vigneau and First Vice President Mary Lou Moulton. The meeting included a cookout and the Chamber president presented the club members with a beautifully-decorated cake as a “thank you” for the continued efforts of the Lakeside Garden Club to keep the grounds looking nice.

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Kid’s Katering Summer Lunches for ages 18 and under will start Monday, June 25, and run through Friday, Aug. 24.

The free lunches are served at noon at either the Community Center or Highland Lake Beach.

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Pinochle starts Thursday, June 28 at the Community Center Today (June 21) is the trip to Hadlock Field in Portland to see the Portland Sea Dogs play.

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both were with Lisa at the hairdresser, yeah, she was getting a perm. Going to miss her a lot.

I’d like to send condolences to all the families of these wonderful ladies.

The New Suncook School once again gave the 5th grade the annual send off June 12 as they move on to the Mollyocket School in September. SAD #72 Supt. Gary McDonald spoke briefly, congratulating them for the students’ years at New Suncook, and gave them encouragement as they move on.

The students receiving awards were: Presidential Achievement Award, Jessica Frum, Yukon King, McKenna McGrath and Malina Voter; Citizenship Award, Jessica Corbitt, Jessica Frum, River Lusky, Arianna McCarthy, McKenna McGrath, Josh Rose, Kiara Tibbetts and Malina Voter; Physical Education Award, Merys Carty, Kade Johnson, McKenna McGrath and Josh Rose; Library Award, McKenna McGrath, Arianna McCarthy and Malina Voter; Art Award, Brendan Crowe, Yukon King, McKenna McGrath, Melina Voter, Kelley Remedis, Kirby Waterman, Kiara Tibbetts, Matthew Powers, River Lusky, Jessica P.O. Box 149 Waterford, Maine 04088

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The Lovell community was saddened by the death of three ladies who have deep roots in the town. Phyllis Walker Chandler resided in Fryeburg but she was a Lovell girl; Rebecca Ring and Marcia Hamlin — all passed away last week.

Of the three, I knew Phyllis the best. I first met her at a writers’ group about 20 years ago. Not sure she took to the flatlander, but through the years we became buddies, always running in to each other ‘round town. Phyllis did enjoy writing and did a wonderful mother’s view of her son Stephen. She also loved to golf, having been a caddie at the Lake Kezar Country Club — and what hilarious stories she could tell.

The first time I saw her unique golf swing I thought she’d become unhinged. She had a wonderful memory of growing up in the village. Every time the library had a program about residents that grew up in Lovell, Phyllis was there telling about the local store, who lived where, and eventually her job as a switchboard operator. The last few years we both took part in the rec exercise classes at the VFW Hall. No matter how hard Mike made it, even though she was the oldest and proud of it, she was right there with the rest of us. She loved her church and was its oldest living member. She was outspoken if she had something important on her mind, but if she was paid a compliment, she’d smile and almost become flustered because of the attention.

The last time I saw her we

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The Lovell Historical Society scheduled program for June 16 will be presented on Sunday, July 8, at 1 p.m. at the North Lovell Grange Hall. The afternoon will be spent with North Lovell residents, who will discuss life growing up in North Lovell. North Lovell at one time had a one-room schoolhouse, with Mertice Barker as teacher. Noted storyteller Jo Radner will be the moderator with a panel of Jack Hawley, Ruth Mitchell, Cliff Hill, Fred Fox and Bill Lord.

A reminder that the Tee for Two Golf Tournament Silent Auction will be held on Saturday, June 23, at the Lake Kezar Country Club clubhouse.

There will be two days of viewing and bidding periods on Thursday and Friday, June 21 and 22, for the public to attend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Saturday, bids will be taken up to 1 p.m. before the drawing.

For those unable to play but who would like to make a donation, you can mail the contribution to Tee for Two, P.O. Box 159, Center Lovell, ME 04016.

This is a fun tournament, serving a very important cause.

The Lovell Invasive Plant Prevention Committee will be holding an aquatic plants identification workshop on Thursday, June 21, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall Lovell. The presentation will be divided into four parts — an overview of invasive species issues in Maine and beyond, plant identification fundamentals, plant identification hands-on exercise with live

plants, and conducting a screening survey: tools and techniques.

Preregistration is required; contact the Maine Volunteer Lake Monitoring program at vlmp@ mainevlmp.org or call 7837733 or to register online go to www.mainevolunteerlakemonitors.org/workshop The Untied Church of Christ is presenting the Vacation Bible School “Sky: Everything is Possible with God,” the week of June 25-29 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for children ages four and up. According to age level, the children will learn that the sky is filled with Bible experiences. Suggested clothes are play clothes, just in case.

Every afternoon at 1:05 p.m., family members are invited to attend to see what the children have done that day. The UCC Thrift Shop will be closed the week of Bible School. To register online, go to www.groupvbspro.com/ybs/ez/LovellUCC or call Vicki Royer at 925-1444 or Pastor Jacobs at 925-1321.

The price of the tickets for the special showing of “You Can’t Kill Stephen King” is $8. This production, five years in the making, is a full-length film brought to you by Monroe Mann and Ronnie Khalil. The screening will take place on Friday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. All proceeds will benefit the Kezar Lake Watershed Association.

It was another beautiful Thursday morning for the Ladies Day Golf at Lake Kezar Country Club. This week only the odd holes counted. Gross winners were Gerri Foulds, Mary Sales, and Nancy Fitzimmons. Net winners were Alma Richards, Betty McNerney and Sandy Estes. The Ladies League will be making a donation to the Tee for Two Golf Tournament in memory of Phyllis Chandler.

There will also be a nameplate put on one of the benches with Phyllis’ name, in honor of the many years she worked on and played the course.

On Saturday, June 30, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Fryeburg Junior Rescue will hold a yard sale, with proceeds to go toward AEDs and education. Donations can be dropped at the rescue barn between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. seven days a week.

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Auction not being ‘hosted’ by Legion First of all there was a misinterpretation of my column last week, and I apologize for it. By the headline saying the American Legion was “hosting” the upcoming Chinese Auction on June 23, it implied that the Legion was sponsoring the event. It is not. Mrs. Carter has rented the hall to put on a benefit for the Laurie Carter-Bergen Memorial Softball Field.

The benefit will be on Saturday, June 23, at the American Legion Post on Route 11. Doors open at 3 p.m., and drawings start at 5 p.m. There will be a 50/50 raffle, 25-cent tables, and a $1 table. They have over 100 gift certificates and items. There will be a live auction as well, with items including a six-day stay at Point Sebago in one of their park homes, an electronic basketball game and much, much more. The snack

bar will be open. The Carter family is on the last leg of their goal. They need another $15,000 to have Laurie’s name put on the softball field. The whole Carter family wants to thank everyone for their continued support.

The first Sunday Concert will be Sunday, June 24 at 6 p.m. The first group is Doc’s Banjo Band.

They have been coming to the Village Green for many years now. So if you like banjo picking and lively dancing music, you’ve got to come on over.

This is the only time they will be coming this summer. Bring everyone you know and have a great time, bring a picnic supper and your chairs. The concert starts at 6 p.m. and they play until 7 p.m.

Congratulations to the Class of 2012 at Lake Region High School. May all your dreams come true.

Events happening at Bridgton Library

Two interesting events wrap up special offerings in June at the Bridgton Public Library.

The first is a talk by Jane Elwell on Saturday, June 23 at 11 a.m. Elwell, a first grade teacher and volunteer with Heifer International, will read a story about the hunger organization and share photos of her recent trip to Peru to visit families that have benefited from the program. Heifer International battles hunger through gifts of food- and income-producing animals.

Then, on Tuesday, June 26 at 1 p.m., children and adults alike will be treated to the talent of magician and family entertainer “Conjuring Carroll,” aka Carroll Chapman. Chapman has been performing and entertaining since he was 16. Through the Society of American Magicians, Chapman has had training by national and worldrenowned magicians such as

John Calvert, Michael Ammar, General Grant, Robert Bangel, Trevor Lewis and others.

Volunteers needed

The Greater Bridgton Lake Region Chamber of Commerce will be sharing an informational center in Naples with the Sebago Chamber of Commerce. The location is in the Freedom Café building in the space where the former Mr. Butcher was located.

The center will be open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting Friday, June 22 and ending on Aug. 31. The Greater Bridgton Chamber is looking for volunteers to fill the Monday and Wednesday time slots. If interested, contact the chamber at 647-3472.

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Royal Southern Brotherhood – June 22, 2012 • 7:30 PM

Cyril Neville – Percussion and Vocals, Devon Allman – Guitar and Vocals, Mike Zito – Guitar and Vocals, Charlie Wooton – Bass, Yonrico Scott – Drums. It’s not about rock history: it’s about the here-and-now talent. $22.50-Adults, $17.50-Seniors (65+), $10-Students (18-)

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NT Live was overwhelmed by the requests to rebroadcast this uproarious comedy, “Slapstick, satire and gags galore: a classic comedy hilariously updated.” - The Times

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FA Film Series: You Can’t Kill Stephen King

June 29, 2012 • 7:30 PM $8-Adults and $5-Students.

A campy feature-length horror film by FA alum Monroe Mann, with Ronnie Khalil, about a group of friends who make a clueless & ill-fated decision to visit the lake where Stephen King lives. The film was made with other FA staff and alum in Lovell last summer. Audience Q&A with Mr. Mann to follow. Proceeds to benefit Kezar Lake Watershed Association.

Please confirm show dates and start times on our website: www.fryeburgacademy.org For ticket information please contact the Box Office, 935-9232

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A great blend of alternative rock, and folk music, Junco formed when singer/ songwriter and FA alumni, Bobby Sheehan brought together a group of musicians to collaborate on some songs that he had been working on. With drummer Jon Dana, guitarist Seth Eastman, bassist Kelsey Sheehan, and oboist Dan Stackhouse. $10-Adults and $5-Students (-18)

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Barn turns summer art gallery at McLaughlin

SOUTH PARIS — The barn at the McLaughlin Garden has once again become an art gallery for the summer. Openings are usually held the first Friday of the month.

The photography of Jennifer Lonergan of Hebron Academy will be exhibited throughout the month of June. Lonergan is particularly interested in natural abstraction, texture and light. Her work has been influenced beginning in childhood from a fascination with life in tidal pools.

The featured artists in July are the Janelles from Bridgton.

William Janelle is a self-taught sculptor who works in wood, stone and bronze. He combines realism and neo-classicalism.

Loraine Janelle is a photographer and antique dealer who reflects on the beauty of her Maine surroundings.

The Janelle opening is scheduled for Friday, July 6. A reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. to give people a chance to meet the artists. A carving demonstration is planned. Music and refreshments will be provided.

This exhibit of photography and sculptures will be open for view-

ing through July.

The barn is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The garden is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. They are located on Route 26 (97 Main Street) in South Paris, near the intersection with Western Avenue.

Summer classes at Fiddlehead

GRAY — Fiddlehead Art & Science Center, a nonprofit organization serving the communities of Casco and Raymond and other communities, has full and half-day camps for children beginning Monday, June 25.

There’ll be new camps every week, with spots available in Art Studio, Crazy Chemistry, Slime

& Goo, Messy Art, Improv & Theater, Young Filmmakers, Science, Movie Making, Storybook Art, Storybook Theater, Crazy Science, Art Studio. For a complete listing visit www.fiddleheadcenter.org, click on Summer or call 6572244.

Book signing at Bridgton Books

Heath A. Roberts of Casco, author of The Day the Frogs Went Hopping Mad, will hold a book-signing event on Saturday, June 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Bridgton Books, 140 Main Street.

Roberts’s book narrates the tale of an old man who as

a young boy, went on a frog hunt in the woods in pursuit of the “Big Daddy,” the frog to win all frog contests. Little did he know the adventure that would unfold or the lesson that he would walk away holding.

Come meet the author of a “hopping good story.”

St. Joe’s caters lunches

The Saint Joseph’s College Bon Appétit Management Company is sponsoring a free summer lunch program for kids and teens in five area towns. The federal summer Food Service Program will help families save money while providing a fun, safe place for kids and teens to eat a healthy meal. All meals must be eaten on-site, and no application is needed.

The program runs Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m., in Casco, Harrison, Naples and Sebago, and on Tuesdays in Otisfield. Sites are hosted by town recreation departments, community centers, schools, churches and parks, and are staffed by community volunteers.

For more information about locations and start dates, or if you are interested in volunteering, please contact Abby at Preble Street Maine Hunger Initiative, 775-0026 or afarnham@preblestreet.org

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Area Events St. Joseph Church Bingo starts June 21 There will be Bingo every Thursday evening from June 21 to Aug. 23 at St. Joseph’s church hall, 225 South High Street in Bridgton. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Early Bird is at 6:30 p.m. and regular Bingo starts at 7 p.m.

Bridgton Farmers’ Market accepts food stamps The Bridgton Farmers’ Market now accepts food stamps/SNAP benefits. When you arrive at the market look for the information booth. At the table you will find a friendly young woman named Eliza.

Eliza will explain how to use your SNAP benefits and can also check out your purchases. The Bridgton Farmers’ Market is on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Depot Street behind Renys. For more information on the market see bridgtonfarmersmarket. com New Heights Baptist Church Tent Revival Look for the tent at the Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot Street, from Sunday, June 24 through Friday, June 29, where New Heights Baptist Church will be hosting an Old Fashioned Tent Revival with Evangelist David Evans from Piedmont, Ala. The community is invited to attend each evening starting at 7 p.m. Nursery will be provided. For more information, please contact Pastor Morrison at 650-8816.

Retirement open house for Fryeburg Librarian FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Public Library will be hosting a retirement open house on Tuesday, June 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Librarian Emily Fletcher, who is retiring after serving as librarian for 12 years. During those years she saw to completion many improvements to the building and day-to-day operations of the library. Anyone that knows Emily appreciates her love for this library, this town and all her friends and family. For more information, please call 935-2130.

Denmark Library Summer Reading Program begins DENMARK — The Denmark Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will begin on Thursday, June 28, with big messy art. Continue to attend each Thursday at 9:30 a.m. through July, and then finish the program with a special wrap-up celebration.

Free TRIAD Senior Citizen Picnic FRYEBURG — The Oxford County Sheriff’s Department, along with the Bridgton Police/Fryeburg Police Departments, invites seniors to a free TRIAD Senior Citizen Picnic on Friday, June 29, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds,

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Amazing Love to premiere at Cornerstone Gospel Church NAPLES — The Cornerstone Gospel Church will hold the New England premiere of the brandnew Rich Christiano movie, Amazing Love, on Friday, June 29 at 7 p.m. at the church, located at 25 Sebago Road in Naples. The movie, a love story based on the Book of the prophet Hosea, will not be shown in theaters; it is only being shown in churches for a free will offering. For more information, call 693-6102.

First Congo’s Strawberry Breakfast The First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ of Bridgton, will hold its 19th Annual Strawberry Breakfast on Saturday, June 30, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 33 South High Street in Bridgton. Indoor and outdoor seating will be available, and everyone is invited to attend.

Feast on a breakfast of pancakes, French toast, homemade biscuits, cereal and ice cream all topped with fresh local strawberries and maple syrup. Cost for adult tickets is $8; tickets for children ages 5-10 are $3; and tickets for children 4 years old and younger are $2. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

Swimming & water safety program STANDISH — Saint Joseph’s College will offer a four-day American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor course on two consecutive weekends, June 30-July 1 and July 7-8 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Harold Alfond Center pool at the Standish campus. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age on or before the final scheduled session of the course and be able to demonstrate the following swimming skills consistent with Stroke Performance Charts, Level 4: Front Crawl — 25 yards, Back Crawl — 25 yards, Breaststroke — 25 yards, Elementary Backstroke — 25 yards, Sidestroke — 25 yards, Butterfly — 25 yards, and maintaining position on back for one minute in deep water (floating or sculling) and treading water for one minute. The cost is $350 per person (group discounts available) or $275 for Saint Joseph’s students, faculty and staff. Contact 893-6615 for more information.

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Come and enjoy a New England 4th of July celebration in Bridgton, Maine!

Race followed by parade and town festivities.

"Race of the year 2000 in New England/New York" - New England Runner "One of the world's 50 top summer races" - Runner Magazine Inducted in 2010 into the Maine Running Hall of Fame

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8 a.m. (Wheelchair Racers 7:55 a.m.) Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Main Street & Route 117. Early pick up of bibs & shirts for preregistered runners Tuesday, July 3, 4-6 p.m. at Memorial School. Race Day pick up of runner’s packet at Memorial School 6-7:45 a.m.

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ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY prior to Race Day. Total registration limited to 2,100 runners. $15.00 online www.4onthe4th.com through July 2nd; RACE DAY REGISTRATION FEE: $25.00

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Free Technical T-Shirt to first 500 to register online.

T-Shirts may be purchased in Registration/Finish Area.

AWARDS: Awards package and medals to top five men and top five women finishers. Medals to first three finishers (men & women) in the following age categories: 10 & under, 11-13, 14-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 81 & up, and wheelchair racers.

SUPPORT BRIDGTON’S FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS $6500 must be raised by June 27th to cover 4th of July fireworks in Bridgton.

All funds must be raised as the Town of Bridgton is not funding the 2012 program.

Please make checks payable to: BCC-Fireworks Please send your donation to: The Bridgton Community Center 15 Depot St., Bridgton ME 04009 The Bridgton Community Center is a 501(c)3 organization and your donation is tax deductible.

This is what it means to be an “American,” let’s make it happen!

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Summer scene

Area Events

SET FOR THE SUMMER SEASON — Harvest Gold Gallery in Center Lovell is ready for the summer season with a wide variety of fine crafts and art. The Artist Reception and Open House is set for July 13.

A variety of fine art and crafts

LOVELL — Harvest Gold Gallery presents its fifteenth summer fine art exhibits. The 2012 all-American collection of fine crafts and fine art, including many local artists and crafters, is beautifully arranged and ready to enjoy.

Exciting new original oil, watercolor and acrylic paintings will allow visitors to the gallery to transcend into the world of fine art through the eyes of 37

different artists, especially, the new pigmented paper paintings

by Roland Simard.

The glass collection brightens the gallery with colorful new functional forms, artistic sculptures and fun ornaments.

The jewelry showcase features the designs of owners Bill and Lynda Rasco-Rudd. This winter, they were busy creating a wonderful silver jewelry collection and new Maine tourma-

line and gold designs. Wedding bands and engagement rings have been expanding in choices of gems and colors of gold.

Awarded the “Best Gallery with a View” by Yankee Magazine in 2011, Harvest Gold Gallery’s outdoor sculpture gardens overlook Kezar Lake and the spectacular White Mountains. New kinetic work from Craig Riches will mesmerize you while the symphony

of perfectly-tuned wind chimes play in the background.

On July 13 from 3 to 6 p.m., the gallery will hold its annual Artist Reception and Open House at their 1082 Main Street location on Route 5 in Center Lovell. For more information, please call 925-6502 or check the website at www.harvestgoldgallery.com. The gallery is open daily.

Blues festival weekend is huge hit have never seen a band move this fast,” Corey said.

Fast also describes the rhythm of the roots and rockabilly music that Ragged Jack has in its repertoire.

“Rockabilly appeals to me because it is faster paced. I came from bluegrass, which is the fastest music on this side of the planet,” Corey said.

“Rockabilly has a lot of energy, and it’s entertaining.”

From the tapping toes to the swaying heads, the audience’s reaction proved that rockabilly does have mass appeal. The people in line buying compact discs (CDs) and asking for autographs also attested to the new band’s popularity.

Corey said the band performs many of Johnny Cash’s train songs — music from a by-gone era that lends itself well to the rockabilly sound. He has even researched the history of songs like The Rock Island Line.

After all, it is a handy talent to have something to say in between songs — a skill Corey has learned during his years as a bluegrass musician.

Telling jokes and stories “is a staple I picked up from playing bluegrass. With acoustic instruments, you spend a lot of time tuning your instruments.

So you have to keep your audi-

CPR courses offered CONWAY, N.H. — Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities in Conway, N.H. is offering two American Heart Association CPR courses at their campus on 621 Tasker Hill Road. Heartsaver CPR is being offered on Wednesday, July 11, at 6 p.m. The fee for

this course is $35. Healthcare Provider CPR is being offered on Saturday, July 21, at 9 a.m.

The fee for this course is $50.

To sign up for either of these courses, please call Loretta Schulte, Registrar, at 603-4476711 or e-mail info@soloschools.com

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ence interested,” Corey said.

“With a strong voice, you can reach out and grab them.

That’s just as important as the songs,” he said.

Although there are plenty of past musicians from which to draw up a crowd-pleasing play list, Corey also writes music for the band, including an instrumental piece called Hillbilly Alien.

Five years ago, 22-year-old Shawna first picked up a bass after exploring the guitar.

“When Corey met me I was playing guitar, but I wasn’t feeling it. Corey’s mother played the bass, and asked me to try it out,” she said, adding the rest is history. The bass became her gig.

“We’ve only been playing

electric instruments for threeand-a-half months,” Corey said.

“Saturday, we packed this place.

I have never seen a band move like this.”

Fairs & festivals

Wednesday, July 4

The Bridgton Lions’ 4th of July Parade lines up at 10 a.m. at Hancock Lumber on Route 302, with the theme this year of “Super Heroes.” Judging will take place at 11 a.m., and the parade starts at noon. FMI: Bob McHatton, 647-4280.

Fryeburg’s 4th of July festivities begin with a Children’s Parade at 10 a.m. at the main building of Fryeburg Academy, ending at Bradley Park. Then, Nancy Ray and Audley Williams will perform in Bradley Park, where there’ll be free music, interactive play, prizes and contests.

FMI: 935-8946, 925-1163.

Wednesday, July 11

The Harrison Recreation Department’s annual 5K Run By the Lake will start at 7 p.m. in front of the antique store by the Harrison Grange Hall, following around Long Lake towards North Bridgton, looping back to the village for a finish line at the post office. Register online at www.harrisonmaine.org

Thursday through Saturday, July 12-14

Carnival rides from Smokey’s Greatest Shows, entertainment, parades, fireworks and fair food are offered during Harrison Old Home Days throughout Harrison Village. FMI: e-mail Katrina Dailey, sisudailey@gmail.com

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(Continued from Page B) broke records from previous years.

“It usually takes a week to tally it up because there are at least a dozen different sites where people purchase tickets, including online advance tickets,” he said on Tuesday. “In terms of body counts, it was a record breaker.”

“I was up and down the Causeway so I can read the tea leaves. One venue ran out of booze. Merced’s (On Brandy Pond) got to the point they were at capacity. They quit letting people in until some left.

The Songo River Queen II sold out of tickets, and had to turn people away,” Kimball said.

“We had a sense it was going to be huge in the days leading up to it. So, we warned the venues to put on extra staff. They did; and, they were glad they did.”

“Thank you to the Town of Naples. I will be forever in debt to you,” Kimball concluded.

Corey Bonnevie said he was ecstatic to have accepted the invitation to the Naples-based blues festival. The Lost Lobstah owners asked Ragged Jack back for the Fourth of July. He added the band was already booked through the summer.

“To tell you the truth, the band is moving like wildfire. I

(Continued from Page B) (except Aug. 19) from 2 to 4 p.m. This is an opportunity for the whole community to visit the museum or browse the library and gift shop.

The coffee pot will be on, and the building is air-conditioned and handicapped accessible.

Fryeburg Historical Society Monthly Meeting FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Historical Society will meet on Tuesday, July 3 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall on Bradley Street in Fryeburg. A brief business meeting will take place at 7 p.m., followed by guest speaker Joe Shaw, who will talk about wildlife stories in and around Fryeburg. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. For further information contact Diane Jones at 697-3484 or e-mail ewjones@roadrunner.com Waterford Library Book Sale July 4 WATERFORD — The Waterford Library will hold its annual book sale on Wednesday, July 4, as part of the Waterford Village Independence Day celebration. The sale will be held at the library from 8 a.m. to noon, and will include a large selection of hardcover and paperback books as well as a good selection of children’s books.

The library will be open during the hours of the book sale. Hard cover books are a bargain at $2, paperbacks will be available for $1 each.

Book donations are welcomed prior to the sale, and may be left in the library lobby at any time.

Fryeburg Business Association Social FRYEBURG — Carol Hanson is pleased to host the next Fryeburg Business Association Social at her new location, Carol Hanson Art, Inc., 14 Portland St, next to Key Bank, on Thursday, July 5 from 4 to 6 p.m. There will be light refreshments served and a chance to create your own piece of art to take home. This social is open to all. Bring your business cards and enjoy some great networking and sharing.

Please RSVP to carolhansonart@aol.com Open hive at Honey Bee Club SOUTH PARIS — An open hive inspection will be part of the next workshop of the Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club on Saturday, July 14, at 1 p.m. at the Oxford County Cooperative Extension office on Olson Road, South Paris, off Route 26. Topics will be honey flow, adding suppers, when to start extracting and how much honey to leave for winter. Bring your veils for the inspection. The workshop is open to anyone interested in honeybees. For more information, call John Seilonen at 743-5009.

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Fri. & Sat., June 29 & 30 • 7:30 p.m. • Sun., July 1 • 2:00 p.m.

Tickets may be purchased at the following outlets: BRIDGTON Hayes True Value 204 Portland Road– 647-3342 Bridgton Public Library 1 Church Street • 647-2472 CASCO Casco Public Library 7 Leach Hill Road • 627-4541 FRYEBURG Papa’s Floral & Gifts 523 Main Street • 935-7700

HARRISON Harrison Public Library 4 Front Street • 583-2970 NAPLES Krainin Real Estate 974 Roosevelt Trail • 693-5000 Naples Public Library 940 Roosevelt Trail • 693-6841 NORWAY Books ‘n Things 430 Main Street • 739-6200

RAYMOND Krainin Real Estate 1539 Roosevelt Trail • 655-3811 Raymond Village Florist 1263 Roosevelt Trail • 655-5020 OR CONTACT US VIA EMAIL AT: lrct_me@yahoo.com

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GRADUATION2012 June 21, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page C

Advice to the Class of 2012

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Valedictorian Bryanna Plummer likens the Lake Region Class of 2012 to that of a chameleon.

“We adapt to change without even knowing it. Most recently, we’ve had to deal with construction, but overall, I can tell you that we did as — best — as we could to deal with the changes,” she said during Sunday’s graduation ceremony inside the high school gymnasium. “This skill of adapting to change will come in handy, whether you are going to college, the military, the workforce, taking a year off or traveling.”

While high school has its fair share of great memories, as well as moments to forget, Plummer impressed upon classmates to hold on tightly to the good times and friendships made.

“Even if you don’t remember how to find the area of a triangle in 20 years, you will remember the friendships you’ve made; how great you are at dealing with changes; and the times you laughed until you cried,” she said. “I ask that you remember the wise words that Ms. Hessian leaves every class with, ‘Be good people, do good things.’

Keep this simple advice in mind and you’ll go far. Do what makes you happy. Remember to keep an open mind, and never forget where you are from.”

With graduation falling on Father’s Day, LRHS Principal Ted Finn told the crowd that seeing a son or daughter reach a significant milestone in their young lives must be quite the gift. “I’d say, priceless!” he said.

Finn told graduates he admires NFL quarterback Tim Tebow’s outlook on life and recalled a comment made by the former Heisman trophy winner — “I don’t know what my future holds, but I do know who holds my future.”

“I ask you, members of the Class of 2012, who holds your future?”

Finn asked. “What influences are you going to allow into your lives now that you are adults and are responsible for your own actions?”

He questioned graduates saying, “Will you run away when the going gets tough, or will you have the confidence in your abilities to overcome whatever obstacles await in your life?”

A high school diploma, Finn said, is one of the keys to success in life. But, learning does not stop on graduation day. “You have much to learn as you enter the next phase of your lives,” the principal said.

Finn then cited a quote by Abraham Lincoln, “The best thing about the future is that it only comes one day at a time.”

“So, get out there and enjoy life. Make it count,” Finn said. “Take advantage of the education you have received from this community; never forget the love and support of your parents and family members; take healthy risks and pursue new challenges; be lifelong learners; and never forget those famous words of Forrest Gump, ‘My momma said, life is like a box of chocolates…you never know what you’re going to get.’ I’ll just add one piece to that by saying you’ll never get if you don’t try.”

Salutatorian Emily Bartlett told classmates that if their future course is somewhat unclear right now, it is okay.

“Dreams will change, because four years ago I wasn’t the person I am today, just like many of you,” she said. “In another four years,

THEIR SHINING MOMENTS — (Top row, left to right) Boontarika Kittiwirayanon and Danielle Keller; Dillon Knudsen receives his diploma from Lake Region High School Principal Ted Finn; (middle row) James Anderson receives a congratulatory hug from Class Advisor Donna Small; Kathleen Connolly receives her diploma; Class Graham Small and Heidi Jewett lead members of the Class of 2012 down the cente aisle inside Nutting Gymnasium; (bottom row) Ryan Skillern waves to family members before taking his seat, he is followed by Lucas Small; Allison Clark smiles for the camera as she receives her diploma; Tyler Panter receives a yellow rose from Class Advisors.

(Rivet Photos) who knows what else is going to be different? Maybe I’ll go blonde, maybe you’ll join a convent. Maybe not. Who knows? That’s the idea, though. We aren’t supposed to be aware of what we should expect in this life. We just have to rise after we fall, grab our wands and remember what Professor Albus Dumbledore told us, ‘Dark times lie ahead of us and there will be a time when we must choose between what is easy and what is right.’”

Bartlett closed her speech by telling classmates to be truthful and sincere when they are asked by others what they plan to do in the future. She concluded with a line from the smash hit movie, “The Hunger Games.”

“As long as we grow up and not old, we can still conquer whatever we desire,” she said. “Good luck with whatever you choose to be Class of 2012, and may the odds be forever in your favor.”

When it came time for Honor Essayist Rachel Wandishin to write her speech, she wanted the address to be both meaningful and memorable. Remembering accomplishments and experiences over the past four years, Wandishin discovered a common theme — involvement, both in her community and her high school.

She encouraged classmates to make a difference in the world by being an effective citizen — one who volunteers and one who becomes involved in civic groups such as the Lions or Rotary Clubs.

“I’m sure everyone sitting here feels very passionate about one thing or another. There are groups for so many different causes that everyone can find a place where they belong if they want to,” Wandishin said. “These kinds of groups directly affect the lives of ADVICE, Page C

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Lake Region graduation

Class of 2012

Zachary Allen of Naples Jacob Anderson of Sebago James Anderson of Sebago Kaylee Anderson of Naples Nathan Anderson of Sebago Anthony Attianese of Naples Alexis Audet of Sebago Jordan Ball of Bridgton Alexander Barnaby of Naples Emily Bartlett of Casco Jesse Bell of Bridgton Julia Berbel of Casco Jacqueline Black of Naples Rhaine Bourgeois of Naples Austin Bragdon of Casco Colin Bridge-Koenigsberg of Naples William Buckley, IV of Naples Jordan Burtsell of Naples Dakota Bush of Naples Theresa Butler of Bridgton Allison Clark of Bridgton Keisha Cleveland of Bridgton Michael Cleveland of Casco Katherine Connolly of Casco Samantha Cormier of Casco Nathan Cortes of Bridgton Monica Couvillion of Sebago Aaron Cox of Sebago Abigail Craffey of Casco Alyssa Curtis of Naples Cyrina Cyr of Sebago Philip Delvecchio of Casco Samantha Dole of Naples Emily Doviak of Bridgton Matthew Dow of Casco William Dyer Jr. of Bridgton Josef Erlebach of Bridgton Courtney Ferguson of Bridgton Benjamin Fillmore of Naples Jacob Fleck of Naples Johnathan Fountaine of Casco Jonathan Fox of Bridgton Dominic Gallinari of Bridgton Christopher Gerrish of Naples Forrest Grant of Naples Jessie Gray of Bridgton Bethani Guffey of Bridgton Alexander Hall of Casco Tonner Hann of Naples Caitlin Harden of Bridgton Shaneda Harrington of Bridgton Alexander Hartford of Naples Mostafa Hassan of Sebago David Haumann of Naples Nele Haunschild of Sebago Patrick Hayes of Bridgton Merrissa Hill of Naples Taylor Hill of Bridgton Heidi Jewett of Naples Jessica Johnston of Bridgton Nicholas Kauffman of North Bridgton Danielle Keller of Casco Donald Kellough of Naples James Kepler of Bridgton Salaheldin Khallaf of Sebago Boontarika Kittiwirayanon of Casco Dillon Knudsen of Sebago Christina Kuvaja of Bridgton Benjamin Kwaak of Sebago Bridgitte Kwaak of Sebago Samantha LaMontagne of Casco Timothy Leach of Naples Vincent Levesque of Bridgton Gregory Locke of Casco Bryce Mains of Naples Justin Maloney of Naples Rachel Martin of Casco Taylor Matthews of Sebago Damian McKeil of Westbrook

Class of 2012 Kathryn Merrill of Naples Hailey Morgan of Bridgton Chelcie Murch of Naples Momoka Nakamura of Casco Lindsay Nason of Sebago Omran Nawfal of Casco Jamie Nelson of Bridgton Galina Niemy of Bridgton Tyler Nile of Casco Alex Nowinski of Naples Michael Ogon Shannon Oliver of Bridgton Deion Paige of Naples Tyler Panter of Casco Camilla Pasolli of Bridgton Mikayla Pelletier of Sebago Jordan Perry of South Casco Bryanna Plummer of Bridgton Justin Ray of Bridgton Shelby Rider of Naples Michaela Rullo of Casco Alice Sanborn of Naples Maria Sandoval of Bridgton Alrajhi Sappari of Casco Bradley Secord of Casco Andrew Shaw of Naples Fernando Silva of Sebago Michelle Skarbinski of Bridgton Ryan Skillern of Naples Mariah Sloat of Bridgton Lucas Small of Bridgton Timothy Small of Raymond Graham Smith of Casco Edmond Somers of Bridgton Clay Stevens of Naples Ethan Strain of Casco Tabitha Sullivan of Bridgton Wesley Sulloway of Bridgton Elijah Szeto of Naples Ashley Thibodeau of Sebago Jessica Thompson of Bridgton Natasha Touchette of Fairfield Gary Trask Jr. of Naples Joshua Truman of Bridgton Jonathan Turnbull of Naples Joseph Turnbull of Naples Shannon VanLoan of South Casco Ericka Vashaw of Bridgton Rowan Wallace of Sebago Rachel Wandishin of Casco Victoria Waugh of South Casco Christopher Webb-Ward of Casco Kelsey Wilcox of Naples Stephanie Winslow of Naples Jennifer Woods of Naples

THE DAY THEY WERE LOOKING FORWARD TO — (Top) Class President Jacob Fleck was all smiles as he receives a congratulatory hug from Class Advisor Donna Small; Chelcie Murch shakes hands with SAD 61 School Board Chairman Jodie Gray after receiving her diploma; Jordan Burtsell looks on as he and a classmate prepare to leave their seats to receive their diplomas; Salutatorian Emily Bartlett told her classmates in her speech that it is “okay” to tell others they are unsure what their future holds; (bottom right) Alex Nowinski receives his yellow rose from Class Advisor Kelly-Anne Rush.

Class Advisor Donna Small is in the background.

(Rivet Photos)

Lake Region graduation

June 21, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page C

Scholarships, awards presented

CONGRATULATIONS! Class Advisor Kelly-Anne Rush congratulates Nele Haunschild during Sunday’s commencement at LRHS.

(Rivet Photo)

Advice to grads

(Continued from Page C) young people in a positive way…The greatest reward of volunteer work is knowing you have changed the life of someone.”

Wandishin closed her speech saying, “Life should not be a spectator sport…It is the people who feel strongly enough to stand up for what they believe in that make the biggest difference. So, I challenge you, my fellow classmates, to enter the world as effective citizens and become involved in causes you think are worth fighting for, to not be afraid to stand up for the things that you believe in.”

Class President Jacob Fleck kept his address on the light side.

“If I could ask everyone in the gym, and all of you watching this on TV, to please raise your right hand and touch the person to your right…Yeah, so now I can tell people that my graduation speech was so good it touched everyone that heard it,” he said.

Fleck recounted some of the memorable moments including a chemistry experiment that ended in singed hair. Like many classmates, Fleck couldn’t wait for graduation day to arrive, but when he was finally living the moment, he felt an unexpected sadness.

“I’ve spent my entire education wishing that it would be over and now that it is, I wish I could hold on for just a bit longer,” he said.

After quoting Dr. Seuss — “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened” — Fleck said the memories he had collected over the past 13 years will keep him smiling for the rest of the summer, maybe even longer “if I didn’t have to go to college in the fall.

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Members of the Lake Region High School Class of 2012 received the following scholarships on Sunday during graduation ceremonies held in the Nutting Gymnasium: Betty and Sumner O. Hancock Scholarship Fund: Abigail Craffey, Heidi Jewett, Gregory Locke, Ethan Strain, Shannon Van Loan and Victoria Waugh.

Betty and Sumner O. Hancock Scholarship Fund/ Lois Varney Award: Rachel Wandishin.

Betty and Sumner O. Hancock Scholarship Fund/K. Davis Hancock Award: Emily Bartlett.

Brian Keith Stuart Memorial Scholarship: Jonathan Turnbull.

Bridgton Art Guild Art Scholarship: Samantha Lamontagne.

Bridgton Business & Professional Women’s Club: Victoria Waugh.

Bridgton Scholarship Foundation: George Abbot Memorial Scholarship and Blynn Davis Memorial Scholarship: Theresa Butler.

George M. Oberg Memorial Scholarship and John T. Gyger Memorial Scholarship: Allison Clark.

Henry Shorey Memorial Scholarship: Emily Doviak.

Frank Pike Jr. Memorial Scholarship and Andy Sanborn

Memorial Scholarship: Jessie Gray.

Carl and Esther Kilborn Scholarship and Lebovitz Memorial Scholarship: Caitlin Harden.

George Riley Memorial Scholarship and Eli Kroot Memorial Scholarship: Patrick Hayes.

Blynn Davis Memorial Scholarship and Thomas Willins Scholarship and Lillian S. Willins Scholarship: Bryanna Plummer.

North Bridgton Congregational Church Scholarship: Michelle Skarbinski.

Raymond Allen Memorial Scholarship and Kendall Ham Memorial Scholarship: Mariah Sloat.

R. William Foster Memorial Scholarship and Donald Beal Memorial Scholarship: Lucas Small.

Bridgton Hospital Guild Hazel Cook and Emily Richards Scholarships: Jessie Gray and Michelle Skarbinski.

Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Book Scholarship: Tonner Hann and Ryan Skillern.

Casco Alliance Church Scholarship: Samantha Dole.

Daniel McGowan Hays Scholarship: Ryan Skillern.

David C. Burke Scholarship Fund: Aaron Cox. Don White & Son Inc. Award: Aaron Cox. Dr. Charles J. McDonald

Memorial Scholarship: Shelby Rider.

Dr. Christina L. Chaplin Scholarship: Alice Sanborn.

Dr. John Bischoffberger Scholarship: Jessica Thompson.

Hancock Lumber Scholarship: Emily Bartlett and Heidi Jewett.

Hazel F. Cook National Honor Society Scholarship: Lindsay Nason.

Jeff Flanigan Memorial Scholarship: Alyssa Curtis.

Kendal C. and Anna Ham Charitable Foundation: Theresa Butler, Allison Clark, Jessie Gray, Caitlin Harden, Patrick Hayes, Bryanna Plummer, Michelle Skarbinski, Mariah Sloat, Lucas Small and Wesley Sulloway.

Kendal C. and Anna Ham Scholarship Grant: Jesse Gray.

Lake Region Teachers’ Association: Stephanie Winslow.

Mary Lou Smith Fund Memorial Scholarship: Grahm Smith.

MELMAC Richard W. Tyler Principal’s Scholarship: Shelby Rider.

Michael Arnold Scholarship: Gregory Locke and Heidi Jewett.

Mitchell Institute Senator George J. Mitchell Scholarship: Theresa Butler.

Mountain View Dentistry Award: Chelcie Murch and Shelby Rider.

UVM Dean’s List The following area students have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2012 semester at the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vt.: Indigo M. James of Denmark, a junior majoring in Women’s & Gender Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences.

Nicolaus B. Fox of Fryeburg, a senior majoring in English in the College of Arts & Sciences.

Hannah S. Strauss of Waterford, a senior majoring in Dietetics Nutrition & Food Sciences in the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences.

To be named to the Dean’s List, students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20% of their

class in their respective college or school.

Lehigh Degree More than 1,800 Lehigh University students were awarded bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees during the 144th Spring Commencement ceremonies at Goodman Stadium in Bethlehem, Pa. Stacy Knappe of Brownfield received a master’s degree in Education.

URI Dean’s List Kelsey B. Sheehan of Lovell was named to the Dean’s List at the University of Rhode Island (Kingston) for the spring semester. To be included on the Dean’s List, students must have completed 12 or more credits during a semester for letter

grades with at least a 3.30 quality point average.

UConn Dean’s List Sarah A. Hale of Naples has been named to the University of Connecticut Dean’s List for the spring 2012 semester. To make the Dean’s List, students must be taking at least 12 credits, finish the semester with a grade point average that is among the top 25 percent of students enrolled in their school or college, and have no grade below a “C.” St. Joseph’s College Dean’s List The following local residents were named to the Dean’s List at Saint Joseph’s College in Standish for the spring semester: Nora Antonio of Bridgton, Halley Alfano of Brownfield, Gordon Smith of Casco, Steven Wiley of Casco, Lisa Costello of Denmark, Megan Watson of East Baldwin, Brianna Thurston of Fryeburg, Jennifer Googoo of Harrison, Susan

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To be eligible for Dean’s List, a student must attain an average of 3.5 or better.

Saint Michael’s Dean’s List The following local residents were named to the spring 2012 Dean’s List at Saint Michael’s College, a liberal arts, residential Catholic college located in Burlington, Vermont, one of the top 10 college towns in America: Morgan Brown, son of Amy and Lawrence Brown of Casco, a first-year Media Studies and Digital Arts major, who graduated from Lake Region High School.

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North Sebago United Methodist Ladies Church Circle Award: Aaron Cox. Paul Robinson Varsity Scholarship: Rachel Wandishin.

Roger W. Lowell Scholarship: Patrick Hayes, Gregory Locke, Michelle Skarbinski and Rowan Wallace.

Ronald Belanger Scholarship: Shelby Rider.

Russ Haggett Memorial Scholarship: Jacqueline Black and Wesley Sulloway.

Sebago Elementary School Scholarship: Aaron Cox and Lindsay Nason.

Sebago Volunteer Association: Bridgitte Kwaak and Lindsay Nason.

Shawnee Peak: Jessie Gray.

Songo Locks School Scholarship: Tonner Hann and Gregory Locke.

Student Council Scholarship: Emily Bartlett.

The Alfred N. Frazier American Legion and Auxiliary of Naples, Casco and Raymond: Theresa Butler.

The CAP Memorial Scholarship: Theresa Butler and Rachel Wandishin.

The Renys Charitable Foundation: Caitlin Harden, Kathryn Merrill and Shannon Van Loan.

Theodore E. Nutting Scholarship: Wesley Sulloway and Kelsey Wilcox.

Next week: More upperclass and underclass awards.

School news

Page C, The Bridgton News, June 21, 2012

Autism spectrum symposium

PASSING THE TEST — Talya Bartlett, an incoming sophomore at Lake Region High School, presented her Four Way Test Essay to the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club on Thursday, June 14. Talya did an amazing job and spoke about “Bullying.” She was able to weave in the truths of the Four Way Test — 1. Is it the truth?; 2. Is it fair to all concerned?; 3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?; 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? As the winner of this contest, Talya was awarded a check for $100.

College notes (Continued from Page C) from Hebron Academy.

Students who complete a minimum of 12 credits and achieve a grade point average of at least 3.4 at the end of a semester are recognized for their scholarship by inclusion on the Dean’s List.

Bryant University Dean’s List The spring semester Dean’s List at Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I. includes the following area residents: Sarah Cutting, a senior in Marketing from Sebago and Nathan Major, a senior in Marketing from Raymond.

Mount Ida Dean’s List Anna Gamwell of Fryeburg has been named to the Dean’s List for the 2012 spring semester at Mount Ida College in Newton, Mass. Gamwell is one of 400 students honored for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the Dean’s List. To make the Dean’s List, students must have a grade point average of 3.33 or above.

Graduates from Massachusetts Maritime Academy Cadet 1st Class Cooper Maxwell of Fryeburg graduated from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy (Buzzards Bay, Mass.) on Saturday, June 16, with a bachelor’s of science degree in Marine Engineering.

STANDISH — Saint Joseph’s College will offer a weeklong symposium for educators called, “Realize the Promise: Autism Spectrum in the Mainstream Classroom” on July 16-20.

The symposium will explore issues, themes and strategies for students of all ages on the autism spectrum, focusing on those with high-functioning autism/Aspergers. The presentations are geared toward mainstream classroom teachers, administrators, special education personnel and others who work with children and youth on the spectrum. The goal is to enhance teachers’ understanding and effective instruction for students on the spectrum.

Presenters will discuss specific strategies for K-12 students in mainstream classrooms, legal issues and IEPs, bullying and advocacy. Special guests include the aide and parent of an autistic child, and they will recount some of their experiences.

The keynote speaker is child psychologist Dr. Christopher Kaufman, who is the lead psychologist for the Portland School Department. He is also a workshop leader nationally and the author of “Executive Function in the Classroom: Practical Strategies for Improving Performance and Enhancing Skills for All Students.”

“These presentations will offer real life stories about children on the spectrum and real strategies for teachers,” said Dr. Anita Charles, the symposium coordinator. “The focus is on mainstream students, particularly those on the high end of the spectrum.”

Charles teaches in the online M.S. in Education program at Saint Joseph’s College and is a AUTISM, Page C

MASON SCHOLARS — Oxford Hills, Lake Region High School and Fryeburg Academy students received scholarships totaling $13,500 from the 16th District Masonic Association. Students with family present were awarded their scholarships at a banquet celebration. Students pictured (front row, left to right) Nicole Shivers, Develan Abbott and Samantha Cormier; (back row) Caldwell Jackson, Jesse Bell, Forrest Kugell and Haden O’Rourke. Recipients not present because of previous commitments were Taylor Newton and Logan Sanborn. The 16th District raises money through their Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament and the generous support of many sponsors throughout the district.

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DOWN 1. Like some cheeses 2. Visual presentation 3. Afresh 4. Dignified bearings 5. Actor’s guide 6. Residue amount 7. Be ill 8. Very successful 9. Ahmadinejad’s home 10. Reduced Instruction Set Computer 11. Illegal lab product 12. *It’s Bitter, Brown, Mild or Old in England 15. Type of acid 20. Civil rights org.

22. Like one who needs improvement 24. Type of thong underwear 25. *_____ Minister 26. *Elizabeth I’s last name 27. Frenchman’s love 29. *Lord Byron’s “She Walks In Beauty,” e.g.

31. Not final or absolute 32. Worthless impurities 33. Round openings in architecture 34. *Prince Charles’ domain 36. Attorney’s bargain 38. Silage holder 42. “Live, Love, _____” 45. Reproductive structure of a flower 49. *Victorian ___ or Era 51. Complete failure 54. Twig of willow tree 56. Expression of contempt 57. People in general 58. Homer Simpson’s deficiency

HARRISON — In Week 4 of the Harrison Bocce league, Ace’s rolled past Long Lake 4-2, Worsters downed Mentus 4-1, Henry’s and Scott were deadlocked at 3-3, and Ruby’s slipped past Caswell House 3-2.

Here’s match scoring: Aces: 12-6, 12-8.

Worsters: 12-2, 12-7.

Scott/Henry’s: 12-9, 9-12.

Ruby’s: 11-12, 12-1.

North Division: Worster’s 11-5, Ace’s 10-8, Caswell House 10-12, Long Lake 3-8.

South Division: Scott 10-7, Henry’s 12-11, Ruby’s 3-2, Mentus 4-12.

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Bridgton Hospital benefit golf tournament Twenty-two years ago, in 1991, Bridgton Hospital began a charitable golf tournament as a fundraising event to benefit the community hospital.

That first year the winning foursome was Terry Holden, Bob and Martha Holden, and Don Holden.

The 22nd Annual Bridgton Hospital Benefit Golf Tournament has been scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 5, at Bridgton Highlands Country Club.

According to Pam Smith, director of Development and Community Relations at Bridgton Hospital, “We’re so very honored and pleased with the generous support of our community. We have sold out our tournament every single year and we remain confident that our hospital supporters will join us in this successful — and fun — fundraising event.”

The 2012 Presenting Sponsor is Norway Savings Bank.

“Norway Savings Bank has been a sponsor every one of our 22 years!” noted Mrs. Smith. “Their support of our community 64. “Oftentimes” in poetry hospital is deeply appreciated.”

66. “___, the Beloved Country” The tournament will feature at least four hole-in-one prizes in 2012, all are all-inclusive vacation trips, and the ever popular “Putt for Cash,” which is a $20,000 prize this year. There Game solutions on will be numerous prizes and a great silent auction.

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School news

Page C, The Bridgton News, June 21, 2012

Church Guild awards funding St. Joseph’s Women’s Guild has presented three awards to active members of St. Joseph Parish who are furthering their education by Guild President Carol Strom. The three are as follows: Elizabeth Neault of Naples, daughter of Anne and Bob Neault, is a 2009 Catherine McCauley graduate. Beth has been an active member of the church and still sings in the choir; she is always willing to help wherever needed during her vacations. She will enter her senior year at Shenandoah Conservatory University in Virginia, majoring in Theater and Art. SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS — Pictured left to right, Betsey Balchunas, St. Joseph’s Betsey Balchunas of Women Guild President Carol Strom and Michelle Skarbinski.

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and Joseph Balchunas, is a 2010 Lake Region High School graduate. She has been an altar server at Our Lady’s in Windham, attended the Catholic Youth Convention, assisted in packaging the Thanksgiving Baskets, was a youth representative to the Parish Council, and taught third grade Sunday School at St. Joseph. She will be a junior at the University of Maine, majoring in Animal Science.

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Bridgton, daughter of Michael and Beth Skarbinski, is a 2012 graduate of Lake Region High School. She has been a Sunday school teacher and is a lector.

While at Lake Region, she participated in varsity soccer and many school clubs. She is planning to attend Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire in the pre-med pathway program.

These three members of the parish will receive $2,000 each on completion of their next semester at school.

(Continued from Page C) The $85 all-inclusive fee includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, golfer gift pack, continental breakfast, boxed lunch, and after-tournament awards reception. Applications for a limited number of available foursomes are now available by calling 647-6055 or e-mailing Pam Smith at psmith@ bh.cmhc.org. MasterCard, Discover, American Express and VISA are accepted.

Bridgton Highlands CC In Scotch Foursome play on Sunday, two teams tied with a score of 37. Cards were matched. The winning team consisted of Skip Blanchard, Yvonne Gluck and Linda Munger.

The second place team included Steve Munger, Larry Tuck, Pauline Elmer and Dotty Dexter.

Closest to the pin on Hole #2 was Bruce Elmer at 21-feet 3-inches.

Closest to the pin on Hole #8 was Linda Munger at 22feet 8-inches.

Lake Kezar CC In Social League play on June 12, the team of Alan Emery, Mike Caron, Bob Bean and Mike Tarantino placed first with a score of 96.

Second place with a score of 96 went to Dick Day, Bill Wapenski, Leon Shackley and George Harden.

Closest to the pin were Art Falk on Hole 5 and Gene LeBlanc on Hole 16.

Greenie: Team #4, Dick Trapani, Ed Jelik, Henry Middlemiss and Ron Essmann.

In play this past Tuesday, the team of George Bassett,

Alan Emery, Jeff Gilfillan and Ron Essmann captured first place with a score of 99.

Closest to the pin on Hole 5 was Alan Emery at 4-feet, and Bill Wapenski was closest on Hole 16 at 11-feet 9-inches.

Greenie to Team 4 (Dick Trapani, Ed Jelik, Leon Shackley and George Harden).

White Mountain Seniors In play at Lake Kezar Country Club on June 15, first place with a Plus 9 Plus 25 went to John Ward, George Jones (Norway), Everett Kennedy (Mountain View) and Dale Lord (Bridgton Highlands).

Second place with a Plus 9, Plus 21 went to Greg Dawson (Oakdale), Pat Johnson, Bob McHatton (Bridgton Highlands) and Jim Biron.

Third place tied with a Plus 9 Plus 19 went to Jim DuBeau (Lake Kezar), Bob Weiss (Prov. Lake), Pete Peterson (Point Sebago) and Gary Gold (Bridgton Highlands).

Third place also to Dave Johnson (Prov. Lake), Dale Lord (Bridgton Highlands), Guy Laperie and Tom Pomroy (St. Johns).

Tied for fifth place with a Plus 9 Plus 16 were: Team of Dick Conant (Prov.

Lake), Barry Smith (Bridgton Highlands) Ken Jeffrey (Prov. Lake) and Don Gilbert (Colebrook).

And the team of Dennis Gallant (Oakdale), Jon Lang (Concord), Alan Emery (Lake Kezar) and Bob Foster (Bridgton Highlands).

Plus Points: John Ward 14, Bill Bisset 13, Jim Biron 13, Pete Peterson 12, Rene Cayer 10 and 13 players with a Plus 6 or better.

Birds: John Ward on 3, Bill Curtis on 7, Len Carsley on 15, John Lang on 16 and Dick Raymond on 18.

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(Continued from Page C) lecturer and administrator in the education department at Bates College.

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Regional Sports

June 21, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page C

Hayward puts a spell on FA bats

FIVE STRAIGHT WEST TITLES — Fryeburg Academy collected their fifth straight Class B West championship last Thursday with an 8-1 victory over second-seeded Greely at St. Joseph’s College in Standish. Pictured (front, left to right) are Sarah Harriman, Maddie Smith, Brie Pelkie, Abby Brown, Carla Trip and Maggie McConkey; (back row) Assistant Coaches Wayne Rivet, Christina Stevens, Makayla Frost, Sydney Charles, Maddie Pearson, Kylie Locke, Head Coach Fred Apt, Elle Burbank, Ellen Bacchiocchi, Emily Davidson and Assistant Coach Chris Dutton.

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Big time Raider response Fryeburg explodes to capture West title

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer STANDISH — Being a soccer goalie, Maggie McConkey is used to diving to make a play.

On the softball field, the senior Raider captain has made

some incredible diving catches of hard line drives hit at the hot corner.

But, she was unable to recall last Thursday if she had ever dove head first to reach a base safely.

Her dive toward home plate

proved to be a game changer last Thursday as Fryeburg Academy won its fifth straight Class B West title with a shocking 8-1 victory over secondseeded Greely at St. Joseph’s College in Standish.

McConkey sparked the eight-run outburst as the Raiders rallied from a 1-0 deficit. The senior captain singled up the middle to open the fourth inning. FA Coach Fred Apt fooled everyone at the stadium when he called for his cleanup hitter — sophomore Sarah Harriman — to drop a bunt.

Harriman dumped Greely pitcher Danielle Cimino’s first pitch down. The ball nearly bounced up and struck Harriman’s bat as she headed down the line.

Harriman was safe on a throwing error.

Meanwhile as she rounded second base, McConkey noticed that the Greely third baseman had charged toward home plate to field the bunt. No one was at third. So, McConkey kept running. Seeing no one was at third, Greely catcher Edith Aromando started to head up the line.

“When I saw her going toward third, I thought I could beat her to home plate,” McConkey said. “So, I kept going.”

Her aggressive play paid off.

As she approached the plate, McConkey went into a headfirst dive. Her outstretched hand caught the back of the plate before Aromando could tag her left shoulder. Game tied.

Greely came unglued, committing back-to-back errors.

With the bases loaded and down MAKING A BIG POINT — Raider sophomore Emily Davidson 1-2 in the count, FA sophomore reacts after belting a triple with the bases loaded to spark FA’s Emily Davidson delivered the game’s biggest hit. Using a new eight-run fourth inning. bat, which she had received

just a few days before the West Final, Davidson crushed a ball to deep center to clear the bases. Wearing a big smile while standing on third base, she exchanged a high five with Coach Apt and pointed to her cheering teammates inside the dugout.

Coach Apt had rolled the dice, penciling in Davidson as the designated player — hitting for junior outfielder Ellen Bacchiocchi. The move paid off, big time.

Cimino was clearly rattled.

Senior Maddie Smith kept the rally rolling with a two-run single up the middle. Carla Tripp was hit by a pitch and Maddie Pearson walked. Both players would score on a scorching drive down the right field line

by Harriman. Twelve players went to bat, eight runs were scored.

While McConkey’s theatrics set the stage for the big rally, it was Tripp’s marathon at bat in the third inning that set the table. With two out and Smith on first after a walk, Tripp fell behind 0-2 in the count. Having struck out just twice all season, Tripp clearly frustrated Cimino by fouling off pitch after pitch.

No matter what Cimino tried, Tripp managed to get a piece of the ball, mostly pulling the ball foul down the third base side.

After 21 pitches, Tripp won the battle, earning a walk.

“That was a great at bat,” Coach Apt said. “It clearly changed the game.”

Although Greely Coach Sarah Jamo told reporters after the game that the at bat had no connection to the Raiders’ uprising in the fourth — she attributed the poor play to her players “relaxing” after the Rangers RAIDERS, Page C

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer BREWER — Kendra Hayward is a coyote, but she easily could be a witch.

Outside the right field fence at Coffin Field in Brewer is a snack shack appropriately named the “Witch’s Kitchen.”

Hayward, a junior pitcher for the Class B East champion Old Town Coyotes, whipped up a nasty hex and put it on Fryeburg Academy bats Saturday afternoon.

Mixing a rising fastball with pitches that seemed to dance through the strike zone, Hayward struck out 15 Fryeburg hitters and allowed just four hits as Old Town claimed its first state softball championship with a 4-1 victory before a packed crowd.

Hitter after hitter returned to the Raiders’ dugout shaking their heads as Hayward struck out nine over the final four innings. Of the 15 Ks (a season high for FA), 11 were Raiders taking their best hacks.

“That ball is moving all over the place.”

“I’m having a hard time picking it up.”

“This is really getting frustrating.”

These were just a few of the remarks made by players as they watched Hayward handcuff a potent Raider attack, which had hit over .360 as a team during the regular season, giving up just four hits.

“It was just one of those days,” FA Coach Fred Apt said.

“We battled, but she was just better.”

The defending state champion Raiders started well, scoring a run in their opening at bat. Junior catcher Karla Tripp dropped a bunt single, but was thrown out stealing — a rarity. With one out, senior Maggie McConkey walked on four pitches — another rarity, this time for Hayward who hadn’t walked many during the Coyotes’ playoff run.

Sophomore Sarah Harriman delivered a clutch gap shot double to right with two strikes, which scored McConkey.

Hayward avoided further trouble by notching her second strike out of the frame.

Harriman worked out of her own jam in the home half of the first. After surrendering a double to deep left on a 3-2 pitch to Meagan Cousins, Harriman induced a foul ball out to the catcher and then struck out two to end the inning.

Both teams went quietly 12-3 in the second.

FA had a chance to add a run in the third when junior Maddie Pearson walked and stole second with two out. But, Hayward rang up a strikeout to end the inning.

Old Town changed the game’s momentum in the third inning, capitalizing on a Raider miscue. Number 8 hitter Brittany Cousins started the inning by taking a fastball off her back to earn a pass. After a strikeout, Meagan Cousins

tapped a 3-1 pitch, which sent a blooper into right field to put runners at the corners. Sam Milton made just enough contact on a 1-2 pitch to send a flare to the right side. FA senior second baseman Brie Pelkie retreated on the ball, reached up and appeared to make the catch. But, the ball fell out of her glove. Initially, Old Town runners headed back to their respective bases, but once the ball dropped, Brittany Cousins race to home plate from third base.

One philosophy Coach Apt preaches daily when the Raiders work on their defensive reactions is, “We need to get an out.” The thought is with a power pitcher on the hill, the team can avoid the “big inning” by always recording an out on each play.

Knowing Old Town would score on the play, Coach Apt yelled to his fielders to send the ball to second base for a force out. But, the Raiders tried to cut down the runner at home as senior outfielder Maddie Smith fired the ball from short rightfield to the plate. The ball arrived late, and Old Town now had two runners on.

Harriman induced a foul ball out, but the Coyotes broke the 1-1 tie as Hayward drilled a 1-1 pitch over FA leftfielder Ellen Bacchiocchi’s head for a double and two runs scored. Down 3-1, Harriman struck out the next hitter to end the inning.

But, the damage was done.

FA went 1-2-3 in the fourth COYOTES, Page C

18-2, another magical run

Regular Season Raiders 20, Wells 1 Raiders 10, Poland 0 Greely 8, Raiders 1 Raiders 15, Lakers 0 Raiders 11, Falmouth 0 Raiders 9, Sacopee 0 Raiders 11, Yarmouth 0 Raiders 9, Cape 2 Raiders 10, Poland 0 Raiders 7, Falmouth 0 Raiders 5, Gray-NG 0 Raiders 12, York 0 Raiders 19, York 0 Raiders 7, Lakers 1 Raiders 7, Freeport 0 Raiders 3, Greely 1 Class B West Playoffs Raiders 7, Lakers 0 Raiders 4, Gray-NG 3 Raiders 8, Greely 1 State Championship Old Town 4, Raiders 1

DARING TRY TO SCORE — Fryeburg’s Maggie McConkey SWEEP TAG by Greely catcher Edith Aromando to GAME CHANGER — McConkey’s score tied the game and prepares to dive head first toward home plate.... ignited an eight-run inning for the Raiders.

McConkey’s left shoulder was late...

Page C, The Bridgton News, June 21, 2012

Regional sports

Coyotes rally past Raiders

BANDITS DEFEND TITLE — The Naples Blue Bandits completed an undefeated season with a 10-2 victory over Casco to win the Lake Region Youth Softball 10-and-Under softball title Saturday at the Legion Field in Naples. The Bandits (12-0) won the title a year ago, and defended their crown by beating Harrison in the semifinals. Casco advanced to the finals with a win over Bridgton.

Coach Jeff Juneau was impressed by his team’s dedication, concentration and willingness to give 110% both on offense and defense. The Bandits included: (front row, left to right) Leah Brogon, Jordan Weese, Michelle Burnell, Riley Merrill and Paige Davis; (back row) Coach Jeff Juneau, Brooke Juneau, Kennedy Brake, Libby Poitras, Brooke Chase, Cayla Bardsley, Shaniya Bowman and Assistant Coach Phil Bowman.

RED SOX CLAIM THE CROWN — The Bridgton Red Sox capped off an undefeated season by defeating a very good Raymond team 5-1 to win the Sebago-Long Lake Cal Ripken Championship at Junior Harmon Field on Saturday. Team members include: (front row, left to right) JJ Eaton, Connor Hunt, Andrew Douglass, Mark Mayo, JJ Horne, Matthew Mayo and Cody Allen; (back row) Assistant Coach John Mayo, Austin Mei, Tim Moore, Todd Crawford, Sam Cross, Head Coach Tracy Allen and Assistant Coach Jeff Douglass.

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(Continued from Page C) — all on Ks. Old Town picked up a single in the fourth, but were unable to score.

In the fifth, FA sophomore Emily Davidson walked and Tripp (2-for-3) reached on a bunt single. But with two out, Hayward recorded her third strikeout of the inning to end the threat.

The Coyotes added an insurance run in the home half of the fifth as Meagan Cousins reached on an error and later scored without Old Town recording a hit.

Hayward kept chugging along, allowing a Harriman (2-for-3) single in the sixth.

Davidson belted a deep drive to leftfield to start the seventh, but Brittany Cousins made a nice running catch near the

outfield fence to record the out.

Hayward struck out the final two FA hitters, and the Coyotes (17-4) ended the Raiders’ magical run (18-2).

As it is often said, good pitching can stop a powerful hitting team. Hayward certainly was perplexing all afternoon.

“She doesn’t have amazing speed,” said Old Town firstyear coach Jenn Plourde. “But, she hits her sports and moves it all around.”

While the loss was a stinger, the Raiders did bring home another plaque for the trophy case, as well as a special award — the school’s firstever Western Maine Class B Sportsmanship Softball Banner.

Coaches across the league vote for the team they believe show outstanding sportsmanship.

For a coach who preaches for his players to “do the right thing” be it on the field or in their private lives, Fred Apt told his team, “I couldn’t be more proud of a group for what you have accomplished this season. You came a long ways since late April. I thought you had the ability to reach this moment, but wasn’t really sure we could put it all together.

You did, and you should be very proud.”

While losing for the second time at Coffin Field in a state final left many sporting tears, Coach Apt encouraged his players to “not let one game define your season.”

“You have no reason to hang your heads,” he said. “Be happy about what you accomplished.”

(Continued from Page C) took a 1-0 lead on a towering drive over the left field fence by Cimino — clearly, Cimino was not the same after retiring the first eight FA hitters.

Fryeburg had a chance to take the lead in the third. With Smith at second, a hard hit ball by Maddie Pearson was booted by Greely shortstop Caroline Hamilton.

Smith, however, was ruled out as a base umpire felt Smith made contact with Hamilton as she

headed to third.

FA pitcher Sarah Harriman continued to stymie the Rangers, allowing just two hits — both

by Cimino — while striking out four.

Harriman bounced back from a poor showing in late April against the Rangers by handcuffing the Greely attack, allowing just two runs in the teams’ last two meetings.

Greely had their lead-off hitter, Elise Dinan (reached on an error), erased in the sec-

ond when FA shortstop Sydney Charles smoothly scooped up an Aromando roller to turn an unassisted double play. Harriman retired the side in order in the third, fifth and sixth innings.

In the seventh, Cimino reached with one out, but Harriman slammed the door with a fly ball out to first baseman Kylie Locke and a ground ball out.

For the Raiders, Smith was 2-for-2 as Cimino allowed just five hits — four during the big fourth inning.

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Opinion & Comment

June 21, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page D

A downpour of mallards

Letters

Many Thanks

To The Editor: My “thanks” go out to all of the residents of Bridgton who voted for me last Tuesday. Four hundred forty-two voters took time out of their lives to vote for me. Best wishes to Doug Taft and Bob McHatton Sr., who won the seats on the board of selectmen Tuesday. My hope is that we can all work together to help Bridgton become not only a town of the past, but a town of the future.

There are lots of projects, proposals, committees and many ideas afloat to make this town become an attraction. The potential is there. We have the opportunity to seize it when the economy turns around. I LETTERS, Page D

Views from the Uppermost House

by S. Peter Lewis News Columnist

I called home at the end of a workday last week and my youngest daughter

answered the phone.

“Hi, Dad!” she said, cheerfully.

“Hi, Sweetie, what’s up for tonight?” I asked.

She told me that Mom was at work and afterward she’d be going to her ladies’ Bible study.

“So you’re going to be home all by yourself?”

“Yup, home alone.”

Suddenly, my plans for getting my oil changed and doing some errands and then going for a long evening trail run after work didn’t seem very important anymore.

“Hey, do you want to do nothing together tonight? Like, just hang out at the house and eat stupid food and watch movies? Just you and me?” I asked.

“Yeah, that’d be great!” she said.

And so we had ourselves a daddy-daughter date. I got in my car and rushed straight home and screeched the car into the garage and then jumped out and ran into the house. There was my girl, waiting right in front of the door when I yanked it open.

“Hey, if this is going to be the full couch-potato deal,” she said, rocking up on her tip-toes, “then can we go get Chinese takeout?”

And so it was back into the car for a quick spin into the village with all the windows MALLARDS, Page D

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The power of media and manipulation Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin News Columnist

Our liberal Mainstream Media (MSM) has few qualms about stoking racial resentment.

For example, we all know who the late Rodney King was.

Why? Because we were bombarded with reports of his beating by members of the Los Angeles Police Department.

Having seen the video countless times as every other American over 40 has, I’m persuaded the police were much more violent than the situation seems to have called for — beating King with a nightstick after he was prone and kicking

him as well. That’s very difficult to justify. Their acquittal led to the worst black riots in LA history, killing 53 people, injuring 2,383, starting 7,000 fires, damaging 3,100 businesses, and numerous black racist assaults against whites and Koreans.

We all know who Trayvon Martin was too. Why? Because we’ve been bombarded with coverage of his death. We’ve seen countless images of him as a sweet, 12-year-old boy with soft eyes who died after buying some iced tea and Skittles.

We’ve been told that his killer, George Zimmerman, is a “white Hispanic” racist who killed the sweet little kid because of he was black and he was wearing a “hoodie.” Later, it emerged that Trayvon was 6-foot-3, was on suspension from school for drug offenses when he was killed, and had earlier been allegedly in possession of burglary tools and a bag of women’s jewelry.

He also had a Twitter account on which he called himself “NO_LIMIT_N***A” (without the asterisks). He’d evidently claimed to assault a bus driver on this account and chose a more recent picture of himself looking anything but the sweet little boy with skittles.

The facts of the King case have been thoroughly aired, but not so the Martin case. That the MSM chooses to magnify some information about that unfortunate killing that serves their agenda and ignore other

information that contradicts it is the problem. News anchors like Brian Williams, Diane Sawyer, Scott Pelley and their ilk on CNN, MSNBC, The New York

Times, etc. would be indignant with the opening statement of this column and deny it vehemently, but it’s nonetheless MEDIA, Page D

Back in the Day

by Lega Medcalf Bridgton Historical Society

Budget talk, 1972

3/9/1972: This is a partial summary of $301,671 in appropriations that were approved by voters at the Bridgton Town Meeting.

Chief Stevens Barker explained the need for the department to acquire a combination pumper-tank truck to improve efficiency.

This piece of equipment was priced at $30,000.

The request for $32,000 for a new firehouse drew considerable comment. Mrs. Eula Shorey said she was in favor of a new fireBUDGET, Page D

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Views from Senate

by Bill Diamond State Senator, D-Windham

Closing a loophole to protect our kids

concerns, so I wanted to see what the laws on this issue were in other states. I did a little research this spring. What I found was very interesting, and a little surprising. Out of 52 jurisdictions that I looked at (including the District of Columbia and the federal government), 16 have legislatively prohibited viewing child pornography, 11 have court cases interpreting possession of child pornography laws to include those who intentionally visit sites with child pornography, 21 have not addressed viewing child pornography either legislatively or through the courts, three have current bills under consideration that would outlaw viewing child pornography, and amazingly (to me anyway) one — Georgia — has a court decision stating that simply viewing child pornography on a website without actually exercising control over it (downloading, printing, etc.) is not a crime.

The federal law on this topic got my attention. It is a good law, similar to Maine’s, but it only applies on federally controlled property and territories. Therefore, there are two issues to consider. One is that the simplest way to deal with this across the nation would be a blanket federal prohibition. There are problems with this, however, as the Congress

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By Senator Bill Diamond Last year, Maine passed a bill that I sponsored to close a serious loophole in our laws that protect kids from sexual predators.

It seems that, while it was illegal for a person to download images or videos from the Internet or in other ways possess child pornography, it was not illegal in Maine for a person to view these images.

This omission was originally brought to my attention when I heard of a teacher who was being investigated for having extensive inappropriate conversations and e-mail traffic with his female students. When officials looked at his computer, they found he had been visiting child porn websites and had viewed literally hundreds of pornographic pictures of young children.

He was brought to trial and acquitted, and out of this acquittal came LD 580, “An Act to Protect Children from Sexual Predators.” To protect people who stumble across sites, there is language that makes it a crime only if it can be proven that there was “intent to view” these images. While this law couldn’t do anything about the original case, it will prevent such cases in Maine in the future.

This case raised significant

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generally leaves such matters to the states. I am exploring to see if there is any interest in pursuing such a federal ban.

The other thought is to develop a “model bill” on the topic and market it in other states. I have been talking with various organizations across the country to determine how best to do this.

I will be interviewed July 16 at 7:30 p.m. on a national webbased radio show on the topic.

If you are interested in tuning in, the address for the show is webtalkradio.net/shows/voiceof-american-education/ Protecting kids from sexual predators is a real passion for me, and I think it will be occupying a fair amount of my time in the future. If you have any thoughts on this, or if there is anything else I can do for you, please contact me at my office at the State House at 287-1515 or visit my website, www.mainesenate.org/diamond to send me an e-mail.

Senator Bill Diamond is a resident of Windham, and serves HONORING THE FALLEN — Bud Robinson and Delvin the District 12 communities of Merrill, Korean War veterans, riding in the Naples Memorial Casco, Frye Island, Raymond, Day parade.

Standish, Windham and Hollis. can’t control their temper during an argument. This person goes off to work or out with friends, all the while in control of their behavior. These indiby Lake Region Coalition Against viduals are not out of control; Domestic and Sexual Violence they just want to control their partner.

MYTH: Only women are raped in dark alleys by a stranger jumping out of the bushes.

FACT: Men can also be a victim of sexual assault.

One of the first goals of the MYTH: Domestic and sex- Nationally, 1 in 4 women and Lake Region Coalition Against ual violence won’t happen to 1 in 6 men will be sexually Domestic and Sexual Violence me because it is not in my com- assaulted. Although some sexis to increase awareness and munity. ual assaults occur in secludeducation in the community.

FACT: Anyone can be a ed areas, the high majority of With that said, it is important victim of domestic or sexual assaults happen in a victim’s to know that there are often violence. These crimes have home by someone that they preconceived notions about no boundaries and can happen know. domestic and sexual violence, to anyone, regardless of race, MYTH: Domestic violence which can result in obstacles for age, gender, educational back- only occurs when one person victims as they seek out support ground, religion, sexual orien- is physically assaulted by their from others. tation, income or marital status. partner.

Often, it is not until the vicMYTH: Individuals who FACT: Physical abuse is just tim is surrounded by positive abuse are out of control and one type of domestic violence. supports from professionals need to learn anger manage- It can take many forms, includthat they begin to see that such ment. ing the use of emotional/verbal violence was not their fault.

FACT: Domestic violence is abuse, financial control, isolaTherefore, it is important for a about one person using power tion and sexual assault. community to be aware of the and control over another person MYTH: Child sexual abuse truths and to put the myths to through fear and intimidation. is rare and children may lie rest.

This is not about someone who about being abused.

FACT: Child sexual abuse is, unfortunately, not a rare occurrence. Persons under 18 years of age account for 67% of all sexual assaults reported to law enforcement agencies; children under 12 years of age account for 34% of these cases. In most

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MYTH: Individuals abuse because they are stressed out.

FACT: Everyone has stress in their lives, but not everyone abuses their partner. Again, this comes back to an individual believing they are entitled to control their partner.

MYTH: Parents are aware of sexual abuse that occurs in a teen dating relationship.

FACT: 90% of teens who report sexual abuse in their dating relationship say that their parents are unaware of the abuse occurring in their relationship.

Domestic and sexual violence not only affects those being abused, but can have a profound effect on other family members, friends, co-workers and the community at large.

Having an accurate understanding of domestic and sexual violence is essential to a community’s ability to intervene in a way that puts an end to the violence.

Where we begin is by believing these truths and keeping our eyes open to the realities.

If you have any questions about today’s column or the Coalition, please feel free to contact Stephanie (Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Services) at 743-9777 or Renee (Family Crisis Services) at 6478501.

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(Continued from Page D) them up. He gave two examples of such opinions and, while I have no idea whether they are truthful or not, I couldn’t help but note that he called them “specious opinions” without providing any facts to back up his own opinion.

That said, I believe that there is ample evidence that we have a problem that Joe has not addressed in his recent letters and that is a $15 trillion debt that is growing every day. We have made many efforts to fix it and all we do is change the names. “Tax and Spend” has

verted to a new grading system.

This grading system is a standards-based grading system that has four number grades. These number grades go from 1 to 4, and unlike the letter grading system, does not consist of plusses and minuses (for example a 3+ or a 3-). To have a “1” means that you do not meet standards; to have a “2” means that you partially meet standards; a “3” means that you meet standards; and a “4” means that you are exceeding standards.

These standards are national standards provided by the state, and each student must try to meet the standard before movTo The Editor: At the beginning of the 2011- ing on to the next standard.

2012 school year, Molly Ockett Teachers will design a unit or Middle School in Fryeburg con- lesson out of the standard and

become “Troubled Asset Relief” which has become “Stimulus Spending” which has become “Quantitative Easing” and they all add up to a huge problem we are giving our children. If we solved that problem wouldn’t we have a “More Perfect Union”?

As for back up for my “opinion,” try the U.S. Government Treasury.

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TREE SERVICE Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Crane-licensed & fully insured Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Complete tree service – free estimates Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Licensed and insured – Utility and Landscape Arborist Waterford ME – 583-2474

UPHOLSTERY Bridgton Upholstery Lakes Region area – reasonable rates Numerous fabric books to select from Sofas/chairs/ottomans/pillows/ cushions 647-8592 for quote

VETERINARY N. D. Beury, DVM Spay/Neuter – Well-pet care North Bridgton For Appointment 583-2121

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

Bridgton Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Rt. 117, Bridgton, ME 647-8804

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

Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244

Oberg Agency Residential, Business,Lake Shore Property 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

ROOFING A Quasnel Company Roofing – all types – new/old/repairs Senior citizens and Military discounts 207-415--9463 grizgrent@aol.com

RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417 Bridgton Trash & Rubbish Service Serving Bridgton Weekly & 1 time pick-ups Tel. 207-595-4606

Norway Veterinary Hospital Naples Clinic Corner Rte. 302 & Lambs Mill Rd.

By Appointment 693-3135 Rozzie May Animal Alliance Low-cost spay/neuter www.rozziemay.org - Conway, NH By appointment 603-447-1373

WELDING Iron Man Welding/Metal Sales Fabrication and repairs No job too small 53 Mt. Henry Rd., Bridgton 647-8291

YOGA STUDIOS The Maine Yoga House Public/private/therapeutic yoga classes Teacher training certification 18 Beaver Creek Farm Rd, Bridgton 207-650-7708 – MaineYogaHouse.com

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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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NORTH BRIDGTON — 1-bedroom apartment, short walk to public beach, no smoking, no pets, $425 per month plus first, last & security. 647-4436.

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BRIDGTON — Real nice living, bedroom combo, modern kitchen.

Fireplace and bay windows. Parking and all utilities included. $440 monthly, security deposit required. 207-6258812.

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ROBERTS OVERHEAD DOOR — Residential tune-up $39.95, commercial T.B.D. Call for details and appointment. 595-2311 (Jon).

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YARD SALE — Sat., 6/23 at 5 Green St., Bridgton, 9-2. Furniture, household items, kids’ toys, etc. 1t25

$5 FOR TATTERED – U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x 5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339. tf46 HILLTOP FIREWOOD — Seasoned, $220 cord delivered. Call for details, 890-9300. tf25

FRYEBURG — 1-bedroom effiBEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE ciency apartment, gorgeous mountain — dining room table and chairs. views, a/c & cable provided. No pets. $2,000. Call 803-2041 for an $550 month plus utilities. Call 207appointment. tf16 415-1444.

3t24 PLEASE CONSIDER – donating BRIDGTON — Large sunny twoyour leftover garage sale items and bedroom apartment, hardwood floors, your attic, basement and closet granite countertops, off-street parking, overflow to Harvest Hills Animal large shared back yard, washer/dryer Shelter. Go to our website www. hookup. $650 monthly, security deharvesthills.org for details or call 935- posit required. Utilities not included.

4358, ext. 21 tf3 207-625-8812.

3t24x FIREWOOD — Green, $175 cord. DOWNTOWN HARRISON — 595-4016, 583-4227.

2t25x 900-square-foot, 1-bedroom, bright, GE REFRIGERATOR — 25 cubic sunny, wood floors, second level, no feet, stainless, Energy Star system. smoking. $690 includes heat and hot 3t24x $500. 647-8910.

1t25x water. Call 332-0060.

FIRE­ARMS – Sup­plies. Buy, sell, trade. Wan­ted, firearms, ammunition & mili­tary items. Swe­den Trad­ing Post. 207-647-8163. tf43 CAMPERS FIREWOOD — ½ cord loads. Please call Ron at 6475173 between 5 and 8 p.m. Thank you.

23t17x GREEN FIREWOOD — $200 per cord, minimum 2 cords for delivery.

Call 925-1138. tf21

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REAL ESTATE

Part of the Chalmers Group

100 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 Phone: 207-647-3311 Fax: 207-647-3003 www.chalmers-ins.com BN 25

HELP WANTED

CLEANERS NEEDED — for the Saturday Cleans for homes and camps in Bridgton and surrounding area for July and August. $20.00/hour. Please call 207-647-4000.

2t25 MOTHER’S HELPER NEEDED — to care for infant to cover when regular sitter out sick. Must be 16+ and have excellent references. 8032101.

2t25 LOOKING FOR CHILDCARE — provider for family childcare in Casco. Need to be CPR and first aid trained. 35-40 hours a week. Experience needed. Please call 627-3288 or e-mail resume Brooksfamilychildcarellc@yahoo.com 2t25 ADMIN/PERSONAL — assistant needed; someone that is dependable, hard-working, self-motivating and also good in organizational management. Inquiring applicants are to reply to johnfisherservices@gmail.com or call 617-701-3909.

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WORK WANTED

EXCAVATING – Have hoe, will travel. Site work, foundations dug, back filling, septic systems, sand, loam, gravel. Call Brad Chute, 6534377 or 627-4560. tf44 SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR — looking for plumbing and electric work in the local area. Call 647-8026. tf45 GOTC’HA COVERED — Painting. Interior, exterior, deck-staining, power-washing, quality workmanship at affordable rates. Free estimates.

Kevin 693-3684.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars. Call 655-5963. tf12 J. C. HURD — Property Management/Caretaking.

Home/cottage, building and repairs, lawns, fields, trees and road driveway maintenance.

Lovell & surrounding towns. Call 207-925-6127. tf25 FREE TREE REMOVAL — Hardwood. Non-hazard, accessible. 5954016.

2t25x LANDSCAPING SERVICE — offered. Lawn mowing, weed-whacking, yard cleanup, shrubs and trees planted. Call L & M Landscaping.

583-7073, 450-5301.

2t25 CHUCK’S MAINTENANCE — If you need anything cleaned up or hauled off to transfer station, my trailer is 6’ x 10’. Call 461-2525.

9t22 RON PERRY CARPENTRY — Renovations and new construction. 35 years of experience, no job too small or too big. Bridgton, Me. 978-5027658.

4t25x DEN­MARK HOUSE — Painting, Inc. Inter­ior and Exterior Paint­ing.

Also, Paper­hang­ing. 40 years of painting ex­pe­ri­ence. Call for esti­ mates. Call John Math­ews, 207-4522781.

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Letters

ing is not the way to go. The traditional grading system has worked fine for years so why try and change it now?

(Continued from Page D) Patrick Carty In addition to the discrepEighth grade student ancy, students, in some classes, Molly Ockett Middle School must “unpack the standard.”

Fryeburg An example of an eighth grade reading standard is, “Analyze a case in which two or more texts provide conflicting information on the same topic and identify where texts disagree on mat- To The Editor: ters of fact or interpretation.”

Many, many thanks to the In a few classes, students must Harrison firemen who pumped “unpack the standard.” This is out my basement on Sunday, where they take a standard such June 3. They came immediately as the one mentioned above and when called and were a wonderunderline all of the verbs, high- ful team of men who removed light all of the nouns, write and six inches of water in my basedefine all of the nouns and verbs, ment. I will always be grateful. and rewrite the standard in their Pat Brandenberger own words. I believe that the Harrison hope of unpacking a standard is that it will provide the student with a better understanding of the standard, what they are supposed to be learning, and a larger, more improved vocabulary. What has seemed to come To The Editor: I wish to again take time to out of unpacking the standard is gratefully thank all the voluna lot of copying and pasting of definitions, frustrated students, teers from the Bridgton Lions and chunks of time that could Club, the Bridgton-Lake Region be better used for learning and Rotary Club, and the Masonic class time virtually wasted, with Lodge (Oriental Lodge #13), hardly any avail of an improved who took another Saturday vocabulary. This is why I think morning off and worked together that the large chunks of time to assist in funding the Bridgton used for “unpacking the stan- Fourth of July fireworks.

I would also like to take time dard” could be better used by engaging students in meaning- to thank the over 140 people who took time to support this ful lessons or activities.

The traditional grading sys- effort. It is just another example tem may have some problems, of what a great community we but it has worked for years and live in.

Thank you for your support many SAD 72 students have on this community project. found success and graduated Doug Taft from the Academy, moving on Oriental Lodge #13 and to further and better their eduBridgton Lions Club cation. From not having plusses and minuses, to not giving students deadlines for their work, LETTERS, Page D clearly, standards-based grad-

Ending the Flood

A Huge Thank You

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One and a half miles on right see sign for Madison Heights.

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We are looking for an experienced Nurse Manager to join our nursing team at Ledgewood Manor. Management experience in long-term care is a plus.

We are a 60-bed SNF/NF Facility that prides itself on excellent customer service and resident-centered care.

If you are an experienced RN with current licensure in the State of Maine please contact us for an interview. We will be accepting applications through June 22, 2012.

If interested, please contact Paula Lowell, RN/DON at 8922261 or e-mail at ledgewood80@aol.com 2T24CD

LAKEFRONT — Denmark. Moose Pond 2.18 acres, 184 feet shorefront with dock. Mountain Road, Firelane #56, $350,000. 207-452-2569. tf23

Saturday, June 23rd (rain date 6/30) 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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E.O.E.

NAPLES — 5-bedroom with full inlaw apartment, dock on Sebago, rights to 3rd beach. $390,000. Call Chris, 207-693-4408. tf15

NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE!

WEST BRIDGTON — Quiet 1bedroom apartment. Available June.

Private entry, porch, views of Beaver Pond. $525 month includes heat. Call Suz at 781-631-6731 or 207-6472142. tf22

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Madison Heights Annual

WATERFORD — 2-bedroom mobile home in quiet neighborhood. Nicely maintained grounds, no pets, first, last & security. $650. 583-4011. 2t24x

HARRISON — Main Street, sunny 2nd floor 2-bedroom apartment, fully -applianced in “like new” condition.

Available now at $895/month heat included. For information or to apply, contact Susan at Heritage Rentals at 207-583-6001. tf42

BRIDGTON — 1850s renovated farmhouse. Three bedrooms or two bedrooms & office, open kitchen w/cathedral ceiling, 2 wood-burning stoves, 2 decks, attached barn. $895 month. Call 978-387-6640. tf22

NAPLES, SEBAGO COVE — Two lots with beach and boat rights. Lot A, LOVELL — Serene. Quiet. Very large 350’x100’ = $60K. Lot B, 100’x100’ apartment: 1 bedroom, full kitchen & = $35K. Carla Drive. Call Dave 14t24x bath, and living room with fireplace 508-317-2216. in new carriage house. $995 month LAND — Owner financed land in includes electricity, laundry hookup, Western Maine. www.tchad.com. Tel: and 50% of heat. Mountain views and 207-743-8703.

1t25x Kezar Lake access. No pets/no smoking. 1 year lease/first and security de- NAPLES — Lot in Dingley Brook posit/reference check required. (207) Development across from LRHS. Sits 925-6586.

3t24x by a brook. 1 1/2 acres, quiet setting.

Lot for $34,000 or complete building BRIDGTON — In-town, 2-bedroom package; 26 x 40, daylight basement, house with attached garage. No smok- ranch for $168,000. Call 207-650ing, no pets. $800 month plus utilities. 5696.

2t24x Call 583-2958.

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HAY, SQUARE BALES — 1st crop, picked up in the field. $3.25/bale, picked up at the barn, $4.25/bale. SEBAGO — 1-bedroom apartment, Ring Farm, Bridgton. 647-8475. carpeted, fireplace, covered patio, lake

4t25 view, beach nearby, quiet, no smoking indoors, no pets. Includes heat & elecSCREENED LOAM — Please tric. $765 month plus security. 787contact Ron between 5 and 8 p.m. 2121.

4t22 647-5173.

19t17x NAPLES — Second floor, one-bedCOLEMAN POP-UP — camping room apartment. All utilities included, trailer. Sleeps 5-6. $1,000. 583- $700 per month based on single oc6358.

2t25x cupancy. No smoking. Furnishings tf21 FIREWOOD — Seasoned or green. available. Call 310-8664.

Cut, split, delivered. Also half cord WEST BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom, deliveries. Call Wendall Scribner, 1-bath, 2-level apartment with large 583-4202.

10t21x deck and storage area on Moose VEHI­CLES FOR SALE Pond with dock. $715 month includes heat. Security deposit and application JESUS IS LORD – new and used required. Dogs considered, no cats. auto parts. National locator. Most Pics available. 207-647-4000. 2t25 parts 2 days. Good used cars. Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, NAPLES — 3-bedroom mobile 207-647-5477.

tf30 home with huge master addition. Very bright with many updates. Large yard, FOR RENT not in a park. On Kansas Rd. $750 a BRIDGTON — Furnished 1- month & utilities & deposit. Available tf22 bedroom apartment. Heat & utilities 7/1. Call 221-3423. included. $175 per week plus security HOUSE — Available July 1st. 3deposit. Call 647-3565. tf38 bedroom/1-bath, home built 2005.

BRIDGTON — Modern 1-bedroom, tile/hardwood. Dead end street/nice hardwood floors, big sunny windows, yard/deck/storage shed. $1,075. 207tf24 oak cabinet kitchen, granite counters, 319-5772. no utilities included parking, plowing NORTH BRIDGTON — Nice oneand rubbish. $625 monthly, security bedroom apartment, easy access, deposit required. 207-647-8812. great location. Non-smokers, no pets.

3t23x $650 per month, heat included. 6174t25 CASCO — Completely furnished 272-6815. rooms, heat, lights & cable TV included. $120 weekly. No pets. Call cell, 207-650-3529. tf44

HARRISON — Mobile home, country setting. Utilities not included, $550 month. First, last & security needed, references required. No pets, no smoking. Call 583-4740 or 3290062.

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B & L ROOFING — 20 years expeHARRISON — 1-bedroom, 2nd rience, fully insured. New roofs and floor, cozy in-law apartment, 3/4 bath, repairs. Call 207-256-2636. tf20 private deck, quiet area, 2 miles from town. Perfect for single person. $475/ month plus heat (propane). No pets/ smoking. Call 207-647-4000. 2t25

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EVERGREEN CLEANING — Ecofriendly cleaning specializing in home and office, camp openings, move-in and move-outs, one time cleanings and more! All natural, non-toxic products that are safe for the environment and your family! Reasonable rates and excellent references. 253-9044. 3t23x

BRIDGTON — 16 South High Street.

Non-smoking, no pets. Efficiency unit on second floor. Includes heat, hot water, rubbish service, off-street parking.

Coin-op laundry on site. Quiet, safe, building close to village. $500 month.

First, last and security requested. References checked. 207-632-8510. tf17

GARAGE SALE — Antiques, glassware, linens, prints, furniture and lots more. Saturday, 9-5, Rte. 37, 563 N. Bridgton Rd., Bridgton.

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207-452-2157

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

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

Classified display is sold at $6.25 per column inch. Classified advertisers must furnish written copy.

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

FOR SALE

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103 North Bridgton Road TFCD12

No. Bridgton, ME 04057

207-595-8741 or 207-647-2555

Green Assorted Hardwoods Loose Thrown Firewood Cut, Split and Delivered • State-Certified $ per cord

190.00

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Opinions

Letters

(Continued from Page D)

We The People

To The Editor: The Progressive movement covers its flaws with sophisticated theories that appeal to man’s insecurities. Progressives speak of egalitarianism and how they are going to “give everyone a fair shot.” Their rhetoric evokes the innate charity that resides, albeit sometimes somnambulant, in mankind.

Progressives want level playing fields, results without risk and wealth distributed evenly among all people. Progressives want a Utopia where Marx’s creed, “From each according to his abilities, to each according to his needs” is the order of the day.

The first flaw in all Utopias is that they only understand one dimension of human nature and that is man’s need for security.

It is one need, but not the only need. If man is to attain more than survival, his spirit must be free to explore, to create, to build, to dream and to acquire or it will die leaving only a shell.

The irony in Progressive thinking is the only true security for the individual comes from his spirit.

The second flaw is that LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

Utopian schemes are reactionary in their very nature. History has proven that, no matter the good intentions, the need to centralize power in the state and the need to eliminate private property are necessary parts of the Progressive program. Inevitably the combination leads to a loss of freedom as tyranny takes over.

In the past, historians called this kind of government monarchies.

Today, we have other names for this kind of throwback, but as they say “a rose by any other name, etc…” Modern tyranny and old tyrannies are essentially the same only the titles change.

The third and most important flaw is moral; the whole concept of Progressive thinking is based on replacing God’s proscriptions against theft, envy and false gods with their relative judgments. This flaw requires a more complete discussion.

A key element of Progressive dogma is the redistribution of wealth. What is “redistribution?” Redistribution is the taking of property from one person and giving it to another without compensation. If I take some of your property against your will it is theft. If I take some of your property and give your property to someone else it is still theft. Progressives believe that theft is legal and Constitutional under their “living” constitution theory. Under God’s law and the U.S. Constitution, it is still theft.

Envy is another by-product of LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

Title 14 § 6203-A 3 117 Woods Pond Drive, Bridgton, Maine 04009 Mortgage in Book 26245, Page 23 at Cumberland County Registry of Deeds

By virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage Deed given by WP MANAGEMENT, LLC to BLUESTONE CAPITAL, LLC dated JULY 30, 2008 and recorded in the CUMBERLAND County Registry of Deeds, Book 26245, Page 23, of which Mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, PURSUANT TO AND IN EXECUTION OF SAID POWERS for breach of conditions of said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same there will be sold at PUBLIC AUCTION all and the singular premises AS CONVEYED

BY SAID MORTGAGE DEED TO WHICH REFERENCE MAY BE HAD FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION THEREOF. THE SALE WILL TAKE PLACE ON July 6, 2012 at 11:00 o’clock in the forenoon, said place of sale being located on the premises known as 117 Woods Pond Drive, Bridgton, Maine 04009.

Terms of Sale: $10,000.00: cash, certified or bank check or other funds satisfactory to the mortgagee to be paid at time of sale, and the balance to be paid on delivery of deed on or before thirty (30) days from date of sale, otherwise deposit shall be deemed liquidated dam-

ages. The Mortgagee reserves the right to bid at the sale; to convey to the next highest bidder upon default of the successful bidder to complete the sale; to reject any and all bids; and to announce further terms at the time of sale. The successful bidder will be required to execute a memorandum of sale. The mortgagee will convey the property to the purchaser by a quitclaim deed without covenant.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

Additional information regarding the sale may be obtained by contacting the auctioneer: James R. St. Jean, 45 Exeter Road, Epping, NH 03042, (603) 734-4348.

Date: June 7, 2012 Bluestone Capital, LLC, by its Attorneys, s/Alexander S. Buchanan, PLLC Alexander S. Buchanan, Esquire 30 Temple Street, Suite 201 Nashua, N.H. 03060 (603) 882-5129 THE SALE PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 21, 2012 AT 2:00 P.M. IS CANCELLED. 3T24

Progressive ideology. The poor are told that they are entitled to other people’s property and they have the right to demand their “fair share” of the stuff available. Progressives believe envy is legal and constitutional under their “living” constitution. God’s law and the U.S Constitution say the promulgation of envy is intolerable.

The false god of atheism in the hands of Progressives is a wedge to remove God from the deliberations of government. The oft quoted, “wall of separation between church and state,” refers to religion not God. The First Amendment says: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof…” The establishment of religion relates to institutions like the Church of England or the Catholic Church or the Episcopal Church, etc.

The Founders did not want the kind of persecution that was rampant in Europe because some people were of a different faith from the “Established Church.”

Although the Founders ruled out an establishment religion, they believed in God and considered God a participant in their deliberations; The Founders sought God’s blessings and prayed for God’s guidance. Progressives have mingled the concept of God with specific religions in order to remove God from public institutions. It is unconstitutional (unless a constitution is “living”) on its face to substitute the false god of atheism for our God who endowed us with unalienable rights.

The Progressives need to remove God, our property rights and independence from the discussion if they are to achieve their all-powerful government. To achieve their goals the Progressives have used our legal system, our educational system and our political system to steadily erode our Constitutional guarantees by diminishing the validity and importance of the Founders’ Declaration of Independence and United States Constitution.

It is up to us to change the culture of Washington away from a “living” constitution, government rights, judicial activism and government power and to

NOTICE OF DECISION OF “NO PRACTICABLE ALTERNATIVE” TO PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IN THE FLOODPLAIN

June 21, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page D

the Founders’ Declaration of Independence, individual rights, Judicial Conservatism and a return to limited government with checks and balances, state sovereignty and the recognition that all other powers not granted by the people, reside with the people.

Keep these flaws in mind whenever a politician or a bureaucrat tells you they are doing something for our own good. Always ask: At what cost to our freedom?

This November we have a chance to reclaim the powers reserved to “We The People.”

This is the most important vote of our lives and our children’s and our grandchildren’s lives.

Jock MacGregor North Sebago

Special Thanks

To The Editor: The Baccalaureate Committee would like to give thanks for the wonderful service given for the Lake Region High School seniors on June 10. Our speaker, Rev. Paul Veit, also known as the “Dino Pastor” from the Creation Learning Center and a resident of Bridgton, declared God’s words and the Dinosaur Encounter. As he related on prophecies of the past coming true in later years, he voiced concerns of the lifestyle and decisions of the present generation.

Pastors involved in the program were Father Craig Hacker of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Bridgton, Rev. James Marstaller of Cornerstone Gospel Church in Naples, Rev. Garrett Meuser of Casco Alliance Church and Rev. Edward Boone of the

Bridgton Alliance Church.

Students who participated were Emily Bartlett, Shannon Van Loan, Mostafa Hassan, Rashawnda Currier, Shannon Oliver and MoMo Nakamura.

Special thanks to our faithful piano player Malia Marstaller; helpful organizer Pauline Webb; LRHS Principal Ted Finn; all the faculty and helpers; and all who have donated to keep the Baccalaureate Service continuing and not “fading away.”

Many prayers and blessings to you all.

Betty Cross Bridgton

Tough Decision

To The Editor: I am a citizen of Bridgton. I am a mother of three children who are involved with recreational activities. I am also the coach of an amazing group of girls, for a 10 and under softball team in Bridgton called the “Red Sox.” This group of girls really came together as a team, and learned how to play with each other. The lessons they learned such as sportsmanship, teamwork and most importantly having fun were reinforced all season. I reiterated to the girls that it’s not about winning or losing. We are a team. We make mistakes, and we make great plays, neither is done individually. We are a team. We are the Red Sox. This season, I had girls that have been playing since kindergarten, some girls who are in their second year, and some girls who have never played before.

To see them come together as a team is an amazing and awe-

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Public Notice

PLANNING BOARD MEETING RESCHEDULED The regular Bridgton Planning Board Meeting for the month of July will not be held on Tuesday, July 3, 2012, but has been rescheduled to Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF LOVELL PLANNING BOARD

The Town of Bridgton, Maine published on May 31, 2012 in this same newspaper a NOTICE OF A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IN A FLOODPLAIN for the exterior renovations to the proposed new location of the Rufus Porter Museum at 121 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009.

The Town of Bridgton’s Office of Economic and Community Development has completed a floodplain impact evaluation and it is available for review Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Bridgton Municipal Complex, 3 Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton, ME 04009. This review included consideration of project impacts, site mitigation, restoration or reservations, alternative actions and alternate sites. The purpose of this project is to find a new location for the Rufus Porter Museum in downtown Bridgton; siting of the museum within walking distance from shops and attractions in a highly visible location would increase museum patronage and income as well as provide an additional draw for downtown Bridgton. The “no action” alternative, i.e. the Rufus Porter Museum will remain at its current location on N. High Street, Bridgton, ME, was rejected because the location is no longer viable for three primary reasons (1) the museum has outgrown the existing building; (2) patronage and income isn’t optimized due to the building’s lack of visibility and isolation from the downtown shops and attractions; and (3) limited parking.

Alternatives to locating in the floodplain, other than the “no action” alternative, are limited due to four factors (1) the geologic/hydrologic conditions in which downtown Bridgton resides; (2) siting requirements, i.e. increased visibility and proximity to downtown shops and attractions; (3) availability of alternative properties outside of a floodplain, but still fulfilling the siting requirements listed above; and (4) appropriateness of the available properties in terms of size, layout, display and meeting spaces, storage space and other requirements peculiar to a Museum. The location under review, 121 Main Street, was found to be the only suitable property in terms of visibility, proximity to downtown attractions, availability, and building size/layout requirements. The exterior renovations of the existing building will have no long-term impact on the floodplain. Furthermore, an assessment by an engineering and surveying team found that the building is located approximately 3.65 feet above the base flood elevation (BFE); the Rufus Porter (RP) Museum board will be applying to FEMA for a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) which, if awarded, would effectively remove the property from the FEMA designated floodplain.

The Lovell Planning Board meeting for July will be held on Wednesday, the 11th, due to the holiday on the 4th. The meeting will be at the Town Office as usual.

Persons wishing to do business with the board at this meeting should submit a request to the Town Clerk to be placed on the agenda, along with relevant materials, by Wednesday, June 27.

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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Public Hearing Monday, June 24, 2012 7:00 P.M.

You are hereby notified that the Raymond Appeals Board will hold a public hearing at the Raymond Broadcasting Studio on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. to hear information on the following application: Ray Grant DBA The Scottish Trader, 1261 Roosevelt Trail, Map 055, Lot 021 Reason: Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for outside sales in the Commercial Zone.

Michelle Carver DBA Jordan Bay Properties, Inc., 71 Main Street, Map 046, Lot 008 Reason: Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for outside sales in the Village Residential 2 zone.

Copies of submitted applications are available at the Town Office during regular business hours.

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Any person may comment on the proposal by sending comments to Anne Krieg, Planning, Economic and Community Development Director, 3 Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton, ME 04009, telephone 207-647-8786 within 7 days of the publication. If no comments are received, the Office of Economic and Community Development will conduct an environmental review on the project as described.

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some experience. I am very proud of each and every one of these girls. They come from diverse backgrounds. I have some very small third graders and some girls in fifth grade. It didn’t matter to them. Again, they are a team. They are the Red Sox. This is why the decision by the Lake Region Youth Softball Committee is heart wrenching.

When I, as the coach, learned that Stevens Brook Elementary was having graduation the same night as a pre-scheduled playoff game, I went to our rec director — Tom Tash — and asked for it to be switched. When I hadn’t heard anything, I tried calling him again, and he was out sick. I had asked Casco Rec Director (Beth Latsey), and she said “no” — adamant that they made the rules in advance, and they weren’t budging. I urged them to look beyond, and realize that graduation from elementary school is an exception, that this was a one-time experience, and not to be compared to dance recitals or birthday parties. I asked again, once we knew we were in Round 2 of the playoffs. This time, Beth said that she would take it to the board. Allegedly, the Softball Committee said “no.” I again spoke with our rec director and asked him to appeal the committee’s decision. They said “no.”

In addition to this, the other team and the umpire were all able to move the game to another day. The baseball team in Bridgton was able to move their game to another day. Our softball committee, which is supposed to represent the children in the towns of the Lake Region, still said “no.” They did not give a valid reason, just a “no,” and all because they had the date set.

Where in this decision does the best interest of children come into play? Again, these are girls that are 8, 9, and 10 years old.

I have one fifth grade student on my team, Hailey Place. She made every game, every practice, and in every respect is our “team leader.” She brought the girls spirits up by cheering for each teammate when they were batting or when they were fielding, or pitching. She had to miss our playoff game because she was graduating. Where is the sportsmanship in this decision?

How do you explain to this one child we are a team, but we have to play without you “because.”

In addition, there were four other girls whose siblings were graduating from fifth grade. It was up to their parents as to whether they would be able to play or not. Thankfully, two of the parents allowed their girls to play.

My own daughter was excited to play, but very sad (in tears) as she had to decide between letting her teammates down or letting her brother down. What a struggle for a 10-year-old girl to have. I was unable to coach the girls, whom I have coached all season, because I had my own child graduating. We are a team.

We should not have to choose between softball playoffs and graduation.

To say I’m disgusted at the committee’s decision is an understatement. The softball committee let the children down.

The whole team. We are the Red Sox, and we play together. We win together. We lose together.

Additionally, to hear that two committee members showed up at the playoff game and started talking to the parents about fairness? How do they get off being so insensitive?

I coach softball because I love the game, but more importantly, I love these kids. The children having an outlet, learning how to be a part of a team, to mold these kids into doing some positive things; they inspire me.

However, I am ashamed to be part of an organization that is so full of power and control that they can’t see beyond their decisions and how it impacts children. I hope you feel the same.

Jen Meserve, Coach of Bridgton Red Sox 10 and under team Editor’s note: The following is a response from the Lake Region Youth Softball League Committee regarding the decision: We, the Lake Region Youth Softball Committee, are writing this letter to address a recent situation in which a girls softball, age 10 and under, playoff LETTERS, Page D

Obituaries

Page D, The Bridgton News, June 21, 2012

Lance A. Marshall

Daniel H. Fifield Jr.

Archibald M. Woodruff

NAPLES — Lance A. Marshall, 62, of Naples, died on June 10, 2012, at Bridgton Hospital after a long illness.

He was born in Easton, Mass., on Jan. 8, 1950, the son of Stanley and Victoria Marshall. He was raised and educated there and graduated from Bristol County Agricultural High School in 1968.

Lance enlisted in the U.S. Navy after graduation and served his country for four years.

In 1969, Lance married Kathleen A. Walls in Stoughton, Mass. As a couple, they made their home in Massachusetts before moving to Naples in 1979. They have been residents here for the past 33 years.

Mr. Marshall was employed as an arborist for the Town of Easton, Mass., and later began taking classes at the Brockton Massachusetts Community College to become a social worker.

For a period of time, Lance was employed as a social worker for the Town of Plymouth, Mass. Once in Maine, he was employed

by Public Cover, a security firm in Portland and later the Maine National Bank, retiring from there in 1990 due to failing health.

He was a former member of the Odd Fellows and the Redmens.

His interests included hunting, fishing, sports of any kind and helping friends with just about anything they would need help with.

He leaves his wife of 43 years, Kathy A. Marshall of Naples; one son, Stephen A. Chase of Indiana; three grandchildren and one great-grandson.

There are no visiting hours. A memorial service was held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2012, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Road, Windham. For online condolences, please visit the funeral home’s website at: www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Lance’s memory to: The American Diabetes Association, 80 Elm St., Portland, ME 04101.

WEST BALDWIN — Daniel H. Fifield Jr., 28, of West Baldwin, died on June 12, 2012, of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

He was born in Bridgton on May 10, 1984, the son of Daniel and Kelli (Small) Fifield Sr. He attended local schools and graduated from Windham High School in 2003.

Dan proudly served in the United States Army as a Cavalry Scout, serving at the surge of Baghdad in Iraq.

He had worked construction and roofing before serving in the Army, and most recently worked for Countryside Butchers in Cornish as a meat cutter.

Dan loved all animals and was very involved with the ASPCA and with tiger rescue organizations. He enjoyed outdoor activities such as fishing and boating and spending time at Sebago Lake.

He also loved motorcycles, dirtbiking, skiing and “recon missions with Sidrick.” Above all, he loved family functions and spending time with his loving family and many friends.

Surviving are his parents, Kelli Fifield and Daniel Fifield Sr., both of Baldwin; maternal grandmother, Marianne Small of Sebago; paternal grandmother, Arden Smith of Sebago; two brothers, Matthew Fifield and Christopher Fifield, both of Baldwin; a nephew; as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Visiting hours were held on Friday, June 15, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple Street, Cornish. A graveside service was held on Saturday, June 16, at 10 a.m., at the New Sebago Cemetery on the Hancock Pond Road in Sebago. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wnyfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a local animal shelter of your choice in Dan’s name.

Archibald M. Woodruff, 70, died on Feb. 8, 2012, of complications of multiple myeloma.

He was born Aug. 24, 1941, in Summit, N.J., to Archibald M. Woodruff and Barbara Bestor Woodruff.

His adult life was spent learning and teaching. He graduated from Pittsburgh’s Shadyside Academy. He earned his bachelor’s of art degree in statistics at George Washington University, his master’s degree in philosophy of science at the University of Pittsburgh, and his Ph.D. in philosophy of religion in a joint program of the University of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary.

Between 1974 and 1979, he served as co-pastor of five Presbyterian Churches in the canal region of Delaware. He taught at the University of New Mexico between 1981 and 1986. In 1987, he and his wife began 22 years as mission co-workers of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in Sao Paulo, Brazil. They retired to Doraville, Ga., in 2009.

In the 1960s and early 1970s, he was an active participant in the peace movement, and later in New Mexico, he participated in the sanctuary movement. His political, social and professional work was always informed by his biblical scholarship. In his personal and professional life, he was known for his gentle strength of mind and body and his contagious sense of humor. His parishioners, colleagues and students also knew him as a careful scholar of the Bible, both Hebrew and Greek. He was active in research on the Gospel of Mark up until a few weeks before he died.

During his years as professor of the Independent Presbyterian Seminary in São Paulo and of the Graduate School of Religion at the Methodist University of São Bernardo, one of his great pleasures was in the support of his women students in their struggle to become ordained. The Independent Presbyterian Church of Brazil voted to ordain women as pastors and elders in 1999. His passion was helping all his students, of many denominations, become better theologians.

The Woodruff family has summered, whenever possible, in Bridgton on Highland Lake for several generations.

He leaves his wife Linnis Cook; three brothers, Paul B. Woodruff of Austin, Texas, Nathan V.E. Woodruff of Vernon, Conn. and Timothy R. Woodruff of Wilmington, Del., and their dear families.

A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 30 at the First Congregational Church in Bridgton. Burial will be in Bridgton, where his parents are also buried.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Lakes Environmental Association.

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Edward F. Smith, 64, of Bridgton, died unexpectedly Saturday, June 16, 2012, after suffering a heart attack.

Ed was a free spirit and talented musician, who embraced the 1960s counterculture, dropped back in to pursue a successful career in advertising and marketing, and then dropped back out for a simpler life.

Ed cherished his private life with his wife of 25 years, Anne Gardner Smith, and her five daughters and their six grandchildren. But, he also had a wide and diverse circle of friends made through school and work and while participating in various fantasy sports leagues — his hobby — and performing music — his passion.

On the night before he died, he sat in for a few numbers at the Freedom Cafe & Pub in Naples as part of the annual Naples Blues Festival — an event that celebrates the music he loved most.

Ed, who played guitar and sang lead vocals, had formed a country-blues duo with Skip Green, a harp player known professionally as “Waterford Slim.” They planned to perform as “Slim and Mr. Smitty To You.” Ed grew up in Portland, graduated from Cheverus High School and attended the University of Southern Maine. His life journey included an extended trip to San Francisco in the late 1960s to fully experience the hippie youth movement that flowered in that city’s Haight-Ashbury District.

Ed’s interest in music as a profession solidified in the 1970s after he returned to Portland, where a vibrant live music scene had begun to earn a regional reputation. He played numerous gigs at local clubs, singing lead vocals in a folk-rock duo. He also booked bands for various clubs and bars.

To supplement his income, Ed began working at the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, working his way up from copy boy in the newsroom to an advertising sales position. He eventually left the newspapers to pursue other marketing opportunities, recognizing early that direct mail would play an increasingly important role in the advertising mix.

After leaving the corporate world, Ed joined with Anne to work in the food-catering business, eventually landing a contract to run the dining facility at the Naples Golf & Country Club. He also kept his hand in the music business by working as a club DJ. Ed was remembered by his wife and family as “a loving husband, father and grandfather.” His friends came from all walks of life and will remember him as loyal, generous, kind and nonjudgmental. He was an especially good friend to those most in need of a friend.

In addition to his parents, Edward F. and Kathleen A. Smith, Ed was predeceased by a sister, Kathleen Schidzig.

He is survived by two brothers, Christopher C. of Ireland and Costa Rica, and Paul E. of Freeport; a sister, Sheila A. (David) McNabb of Portland; his wife, Anne; five daughters, Mary Jane Schneider of Plymouth, Mass., Alicia Merrit of Princeton, Mass., Aimee McCue Lillas of Santa Monica, Calif., Chenoa Sullivan of Poland and Amanda Fickettt of Portland; and six grandchildren.

A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Patrick Church, 1342 Congress Street, Portland, with the Rev. Harold Moreshead officiating. A reception will be held immediately following in the parish hall.

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SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Loving husband and phenomenal father, David Winfield Pride, passed away on June 7, 2012, in Summerville, S.C. David grew up in Silver Spring, Md., attended Springbrook High School, and was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins.

David and Stacy’s celebration of marriage in Silver Spring, Md., was performed by his aunt, the Rev. Linda P. Jones.

All those who knew David were influenced by his infectious smile and the way that he celebrated life. The passion he had for shredding a tune on his six-string and charming a room into laughter will never be forgotten.

His memory is kept alive by his wife, Stacy J. Pride; daughters, Kendall, age 19, and Kelsey, 16; his parents, Richard and Patricia Pride of Falmouth; his brother Mark Pride of Woodbridge, Va.; his sister Jennifer Pride Collins; a nephew; his aunt Linda Pride Jones and uncle James Jones of Raymond; his aunt Nancy Pride Weegar of Bridgton; and several cousins.

Services will be private.

Jeannette S. Anderson WEST BALDWIN — Jeannette Stanley Anderson passed away on June 11, 2012, at her home in West Baldwin after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Those who knew her know the things she loved and did so well.

There will be no services according to her wishes. She will be cremated and interred in the Stanley Cemetery in Hiram.

Arrangements are by the Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham.

Anyone wishing to honor her memory may make a donation to: The Sacopee Valley Rescue, P.O. Box 367, Parsonsfield, ME 04047.

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Rebecca E. Ring LOVELL — Rebecca “Becky” E. Ring, 90, of Main Street, Lovell, died Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Mineral Springs, North Conway, New Hampshire. She was born in Bridgton, the daughter of Ceylon and Cora Potter Emery and was educated in local schools. She was employed at the Lovell Post Office for 27 years, and then for many years for Carol Reed in North Conway. She had also been employed by many other businesses in the area. She was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and a member of the North Lovell Grange.

She was predeceased by her husband, Samuel “Sam” Ring Sr. She is survived by two sons, Sam Ring Jr. of Lovell, and David and his wife Pat Ring of Bridgton; one daughter, Linda Drew and her husband George of North Fryeburg; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 22, 201,2 at #4 Cemetery in Lovell.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Harvest Hills, 1389 Bridgton Rd., Rt. 302, Fryeburg, ME 04037, or to Bemis Cemetery Association in care of Rodney Wales, McNeil Road, Fryeburg Harbor, ME 04037. Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.org

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Marcia A. Hamlin, 81, of Rumford and Lovell, passed away at Maine Medical Center in Portland on June 15, 2012 after a courageous battle with a muscle disease.

Marcia was born in North Conway, NH., on Nov. 14, 1930, the middle child to lifelong Lovell residents Marcus and Esther (Allard) Stearns.

A 1949 graduate of Fryeburg Academy, she spent summers in Lovell caddying for lady golfers at the Kezar Lake Country Club and working at the Conifer resort. Marcia received her RN degree from the Faulkner Hospital School of Nursing in Boston in 1952. After graduation, she stayed at the hospital, working as charge nurse until her marriage to South Waterford resident and WW II veteran, George Hamlin, in September 1953. They eventually made their home in Rumford, where they raised their family and where Marcia worked at the hospital.

Marcia and George loved dancing and spent almost every night in the eighties and nineties at square, round, line, clogging or contra dances. Their passion for square dancing took them across the country and around the world as they enjoyed many square dancing conventions.

Marcia was a wonderful caregiver, community volunteer, and craftswoman. An avid knitter and rug braider, each Christmas her handmade gifts were anxiously anticipated by many relatives especially grandchildren, great-nieces, and nephews who swore by her mittens, hats, and socks. A hand-knit sweater or afghan welcomed each newborn member of her extensive family. Her braided rugs, sweaters, and afghans won many blue ribbons at the Fryeburg Fair. Although she was a frequent traveler, visiting Alaska, Hawaii, most of this country, Canada, Sweden, Austria, the Caribbean and Mexico, her favorite spot was the family camp on Kezar Lake.

Her husband George predeceased her in 2004. She leaves behind her older sister Marguerite Kimball of Millinocket; younger brother Albert Stearns and wife Jacky of Lovell; three children: Paula and husband Michael Prevost of Bolton, Mass.; Sue Hamlin and husband Robert Mead of Lovell; and Mark and wife Debi Hamlin of West Peru; two grandsons: David Mead of Tucson, Ariz., and Stephen Mead and fiancée Jenn Frazier of Pittsburg, Pa.; sister-in-law Nancy (Hamlin-Coccia) and husband Ed Hunter of Port Saint Lucie, Fla.; sister-in-law Pearl Hamlin of Milford, N.H.; and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Marcia’s life will be held on July 7th at 1 p.m. at the Mexico Congregational Church. Attendees may bring an item Marcia made to show and share. If desired, gifts may be made in remembrance of Marcia to the Mexico United Church of Christ, 163 Main Street, Mexico, ME 04257.

Obituaries

June 21, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page D

Durwood F. McAllister Sr.

Helen C. Armstrong

Patricia A. Keelan-Carr

WATERFORD — Durwood F. McAllister Sr., 86, of Waterford died Friday, June 15, 2012.

He was born in Oxford on Aug. 12, 1925, the son of Myron and Hazel Martin McAllister He is survived by five sons, Michael and Durwood, both of Hamden, Danny of Waterford, John of South Paris and Corey of Winterport; two sisters, Eleanor Pike of Oxford and Phyllis Mekay of Lewiston; several grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; and a brother, Robert.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www. chandlerfunerals.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Webber Brook Cemetery, Webber Brook Road, Oxford. A time of visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Chandler Funeral Home, 45 Main Street, South Paris.

EXETER, N.H. — Helen C. Armstrong, 90, of Exeter, N.H., formerly of Cape Elizabeth and South Casco, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 9, 2012, at Exeter Hospital.

Helen was born in Providence, R.I., on July 20, 1921. She was a daughter of the late Francis H. and Helen (Carroll) Curren.

Helen attended Boston University and graduated with a bachelor of science degree from Beaver College in Glenside, Pa. In later years, she discovered a talent for watercolor painting. Her work has been displayed in various art shows and has been used for brochure covers at The Ridge at River Woods in Exeter, N.H., where she had been residing.

Above all, she loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Helen also enjoyed tennis, sailing, skiing and her many travels with her late husband.

She and her family enjoyed many summers at their home on Sebago Lake.

Helen was active in the Portland community, where she volunteered at the Maine Medical Center for many years. She participated in fundraising for the Portland Museum of Art and the Portland Symphony Orchestra.

She was predeceased by her late husband of 50 years, Samuel L. Armstrong Jr. She is survived by her three daughters, Suzanne Armstrong of Andover, Mass., Deborah Armstrong and Patricia Armstrong both of Newburyport, Mass.; a sister, Virginia A. Kenney of Dover, N.H., a brother, Francis H. Curren of Jamestown, R.I.; five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2012, at the Immaculate Conception Church at 42 Green Street, in Newburyport, Mass.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: SolAmor Hospice, 65 Lafayette Rd., Suite 302, North Hampton, NH 03862 or the nonprofit Essex Art Center, 56 Island St., Lawrence, MA 01840.

BROWNFIELD — Patricia A. (Minigell) Keelan-Carr, 79, formerly of Brownfield and a resident of Fryeburg Healthcare Center, died Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Bridgton Healthcare Center.

“Patty” was born Dec. 1, 1932, in Salem, Mass., the second child of Vincent and Dorothy (Lebro) Minigell. She graduated from Ste. Chretienne Academy in 1950 and attended Salem State College.

She married Paul W. Keelan in 1956 and raised three children.

After a divorce in 1980, Patty moved with her two teenage sons and loving companion, Bill Carr, to Denmark. Her own family had history in the area and Patty held happy memories of the lakes and mountains and the scent of pine needles in the sun. She soon considered herself a “Mainer,” never wanting to live anywhere else. Her best friend and sister, Elaine, lived just down the road. For years, Pat, Bill and Elaine, “The Three Musketeers,” as they called themselves, would hop in the car as often as possible, touring beautiful southern Maine and Down East, creating a treasure trove of new memories. Eventually, the trio moved to Brownfield.

She retired from the catalog department as supervisor at JC Penney in North Conway, N.H., where she worked for 20 years.

At “Penney’s,’’ she formed true and lasting friendships. When Patty and Bill married in 1997, they had a full life together to look back upon, which made the celebration even sweeter.

Patty was an accomplished crewel embroiderer, winning several awards at the Fryeburg Fair. She loved classical music and the performing arts, “tootling” down forgotten roads to discover the old houses, and any excuse to go antiquing. She was a great cook and hostess and looked forward to occasions for friends and family to gather at her lovely home. Patty was happiest when tending her exquisite gardens, bending to greet a new bud or yank out a threatening weed. Her old-fashioned roses were a feast for the senses.

She was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend. Her pride and joy was her granddaughter, Katy.

She leaves us embraced in her warmth, love and inner strength.

She was gentle and good, intelligent, funny and interesting, thoroughly delightful, simply wonderful to be near and she had a laugh that would make your day. If you knew her, you loved her.

Chances are she loved you, too. Patty’s loss is deeply felt.

Patricia is survived by her daughter Elaine Paez of Tamworth, N.H.; sons Joseph Keelan of West Gardiner and John Keelan of Bridgton; a granddaughter; several nieces, nephews and their families.

Patricia was predeceased by her sister Elaine Minigell; brother Anthony Minigell; parents Dorothy (Lebro) and Vincent Minigell; and second husband William Carr.

A funeral Mass will be held at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton’s in Fryeburg, on Saturday, June 23 at 1:30 p.m. Services arranged by Wood Funeral Home in Fryeburg (www.woodfuneralhome.org).

Harold S. Adams Jr. CASCO — Harold S. Adams Jr., 71, of Casco died June 16, 2012 at Bridgton Hospital after a long illness.

He was born in Harrison on Dec. 18, 1940 to Harold and Gladys (Andrews) Adams.

He worked hard all his life. His first job was as a pinsetter at the bowling alley in Bridgton. He enlisted in the military at age 17, first in the Marines and then the Army and Army Reserves, spending time in Germany and France, where he handled communications and learned how to cook.

After his discharge, he worked for the Portland School Department, Hancock Lumber and finally spent 25 years with the Maine Department of Transportation, from which he retired in 2000.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR, watching the Red Sox and spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 44 years, Gloria (Richardson); three daughters, four granddaughers, a grandson, a great-grandson and 11 brothers and sisters.

Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 30 at L.A. Barre Cemetery in Denmark.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Bowdoin Mills Island, Suite 300 Topsham, ME 04086.

Arrangements are by Hall Funeral Home, Casco.

Richard T. Anderson PORTLAND — Richard T. Anderson, 86, of Portland, died on June 17, 2012, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough.

He was born in South Portland on March 25, 1926, the son of the late Robert and Edna Mae (Warren) Anderson. Richard attended Portland schools and at age 16 worked building Liberty ships in South Portland.

At 18 years old, Richard entered the U.S. Army, serving in the Mediterranean Theater of Operations. He served in the 402nd Combat Engineers attached to the second core. Richard later served in the 88th Division Artillery. He is a lifetime member of VFW 6859.

Richard worked for 43 years as head maintenance machinist for Southworth Machine Company. His interests included fishing, hunting, repairing lawn mowers, snow blowers, and any machines.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine Anderson of Portland; his children, Richard Anderson of Westbrook, Robert Anderson of Naples, James Anderson of Bangor, Charles Anderson of South Windham, Dorothy Smith of Naples, Mary Anderson of Naples, Lora Carr of Largo, Fla., Julie Anderson of Portland and Kristen Witham of Portland; 18 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren.

He was predeceased by his brother, Thomas; and his sister, Arlene Kierstead.

Family and friends are invited to a time of visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 21, 2012, at Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford Street, Portland, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Portland. Please visit www.jonesrichandhutchins.com for additional information and to sign Richard’s guestbook.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Richard’s name to: Hospice of Southern Maine, 180 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, ME 04074.

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After the 2011 season, it became clear that the league needed to create a policy limiting the reschedule of games to inclement weather only. We understand that children and families are becoming increasingly busier and feel that we must hold firm to our schedules for families to plan around, to manage field space, as well as to maintain consistency and integrity.

The committee presented this to the coaches and umpires at a meeting prior to the start of the season. This was done to make sure all league coaches and officials were on the same page, as well as to field and clarify any questions. The committee also presented the season’s schedules for each age level, which included the playoffs, to the coaches. These schedules are created for 14 teams and

(Continued from Page D) game was not rescheduled after LOVELL — Leroy H. Leighton Jr., 85, of Lovell and formerly a request had been made by the of Rockland, Mass, died on June 14, 2012 at Stephens Memorial Bridgton team to reschedule.

Hospital in Norway.

Being the governing body of He was born in Lawrence, Mass. on Jan. 7, 1927, a son of the the league, we, the committee, late Leroy Leighton and Ruth Battles Leighton Seymour. would like to clarify the rules After graduating from Boston English High School, he served and details behind our deciwith the U.S. Army and was part of the occupation of Japan and sion. Consisting of three recKorea during World War II. He served in the Naval Reserves dur- reation directors and two town ing the Korean War. representatives from Bridgton, He was employed as a Quality Control manager at Exide Casco, Naples, Sebago and Electronics in Avon, Mass. He was a member of Delta Lodge Harrison, the committee works AF&AM in Braintree, Mass. throughout the year on rules, Roy enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. After retiring, he moved scheduling and policies in order to Lovell. He and his wife, Susan, traveled to many parts of the to provide a quality, safe and world. organized environment for the Roy leaves his wife of 61 years, Susan (McWilliams) Leighton; children, coaches, umpires and a son Richard; a sister Marietta Badger of Florida; a granddaugh- families of the Lake Region. As ter; and several nieces and nephews. each season comes to an end we He was predeceased by a sister, Ruth Schulke. meet to discuss what works and Interment will be at Mt. Hope cemetery in Bangor. what doesn’t so as to improve If desired, contributions in his memory may be made to our program for the following Stephens Memorial Hospital, 193 Main St., Norway, ME 04268, year.

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LOVELL — Roxanne T. Craig, 57, of Lovell passed away suddenly on Monday, June 18, 2012 at Stephens Memorial Hospital in Norway.

Roxanne grew up in Casco, the daughter of Richard and Barbara (Tracy) Frank. She attended SAD 61 schools and then went on to Pierre’s School of Beauty.

She met her future husband, Gerry Craig, through mutual friends at the race track. She and Gerry worked many years on the race car circuit.

She was a 25-plus year member of Pondicherry Chapter #192, Order of the Eastern Star. She was a founding member and leader of the Lovell Neighborhood Watch.

Roxanne is survived by Gerry, her husband of 32 years.

She was predeceased by her parents.

Visiting hours will be at Hall Funeral Home, Inc., 165 Quaker Ridge Road in Casco on Friday, June 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a celebration of Roxanne’s life at Casco Day Park in Casco Village on Saturday, June 23 beginning at 10 a.m.

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Smiling amidst the mallards

(Continued from Page D) rolled down and the sunroof open to the blue sky to grab a batch of chicken fingers with honey mustard on the side.

Returning home, we quickly settled in: shoes and socks off, pillows and blankets procured, blinds pulled down, plates, glasses, forks and napkins arranged, TV remotes located (all four of them), and one cat (out of two) cajoled into joining us. Then, we snuggled onto the couch, head-to-foot and all tangled up in each other, comfy against the soft pillows with a cat between us, and hunkered down for the long haul.

Hours later, with the dishes on the floor and the cat long gone, Mom came home and found us dozing off in the near dark and barely visible under the blankets. Once she figured out that we weren’t just a pile of laundry, she smiled.

“Oh, look at you two. Are you bonding?” she asked, giggling sweetly.

“I guess you could call it that,” my daughter mumbled.

“All I know is that my right leg is completely asleep.”

A few nights later, while in the bathtub enjoying a good

book, I heard a faint knock followed by an inquisitive small voice. Then, that same daughter creaked the door slowly open and chucked a hail of small rubber ducks up over the shower curtain to splash crazily all about me.

“I found these in my room and I thought you might be able to use them,” she said with obvious delight, and then she darted back out of the bathroom to tell her Mom what she had just done.

Lying there with my drippy book, with soap bubbles in my hair and a miniature mallard bobbing happily in the surf next to my left elbow, I thought for about the ten-thousandth time what an honor, privilege and blessing it was to be a dad; what a treasure my children were; and what a simple delight it was to watch them grow up. And I considered the time, all those fleeting minutes and hours and days and weeks and months and years, all those collective moments that pile up one on top of the other to make a family, and I knew again as I’d always known — that if I could live it all over again I’d fill every second of my life with the small things

Media veiling truth

THANKS, SELECTMAN TRIGLIONE — Here, outgoing Bridgton Board of Selectmen Chairman Arthur Triglione Sr. (at left) is thanked for his years of service to the town by Selectman Robert “Woody” Woodward, at the annual town meeting June 13.

(Ackley Photo) of Everyday, with the laughter of my children, with spontaneous trips into town, with evenings on the couch under the covers, and with the random silliness of raining ducks.

It goes so fast, the time.

Relentless. Almost without

pausing. It’s now, and then it’s gone. My youngest daughter will be gone soon, too — I have her for just nine more precious weeks and then she’s off to catch a pre-dawn flight to a faraway city to begin her junior year at college.

Back in the Day: Budget talks 1972

(Continued from Page D) house, but objected both to the proposed location (on Depot Street between Stevens Brook and the old elementary school) and the type of proposed construction. She contended that the location was undesirable and created a safety hazard with two rather blind curves nearby and in the vicinity of the school complex. She said the proposed building looked more like something that should be on an Army base and not in Bridgton.

Henry Shorey said he did not always agree with his wife, but would have to in this case.

Several firemen came to the defense of the building for the reason of cost, maintenance and need and that construction

could be accomplished immediately when firemen would be available to do volunteer work inside the building. Mr. Shorey said other than for expediency he did not believe this type of building was necessary. The appropriation was approved.

Roads at Knights Hill Development and one at Ward’s Acres were accepted as town ways. Snowmobilers were allocated one-half of snowmobile tax receipts after Fred Packard explained the receipts would be used for trail construction and equipment.

The Police Department appropriation of $39,000 was approved with a minimum of questioning. A prolonged discussion followed introduction of the Chamber of Commerce advertising article and despite

a gallant defense by several members, the appropriation was reduced to $5,000.

Editorial 5/25: Hardly any concern is expressed at hearings over large signs being erected in Bridgton, yet so far questionnaires that have been returned to the Lakes Environmental Association have indicated residents would like to see a ban on them. The Zoning Board approves oversized signs under exceptions with the Zoning Ordinance.

Before long, if more concern from the public is not forthcoming, the main highways and streets of Bridgton will be a mass of signs.

6/15: The Bridgton Jaycees are willing to be responsible for fireworks on July 4th if they can get citizens of the town to

underwrite the cost, according to Robert Macdonald of the Jaycees. The Jaycees believe that they can collect $250 the night of the fireworks, but $700 more is needed to defray the entire cost. If you want fireworks, leave your contribution at the town office.

6/20: Plans for a wildlife sanctuary at Holt Pond were discussed at a meeting of the Lakes Environmental Association. A map of the area and the land situation surrounding the pond were presented by Peter Lowell, executive director of the Association. A review of the Water Quality Testing Program, sponsored by the Association was presented also.

Animosity, between “summer people” and “townspeople” due to sources of misunderstand-

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attempted to reach and notify the Bridgton Recreation Director, who was out of the office due to illness. However, the Casco Recreation Director stepped up to assist with the situation in his absence.

The request was presented to the voting members of the committee and voted down as the same decision had been made earlier that week with one other softball game. In an effort to maintain a consistent, fair and organized league, we were unable to reschedule the game as the team had one fifth grade player. While we understand that some other players had siblings in the fifth grade, we need

to make decisions based on the benefit of all of the children within the league. Over concern that this was not consistent with the Cal Ripken youth baseball league, we contacted the Sebago-Long Lake Cal Ripken president to discover that they too cannot take players’ sibling conflicts into consideration for rescheduling a game. A boy’s major game had been rescheduled due to a large number of fifth graders on the team, preventing them from fielding the proper amount of players for a game.

The Bridgton coach spoke with the opposing team, as well as the umpire to reschedule the

game. However, this is in direct violation of the league rules, as all games must be rescheduled by a committee representative. In addition, the umpire that was contacted was not the umpire scheduled for the original game.

The Bridgton Recreation Director returned on Monday, June 11 and by request of the coach and multiple parents of the team, returned to the committee to request a re-vote to

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(Continued from Page D) true. They so over-report or sensationalize white-on-black crimes and so under-report or ignore black-on-white crimes, that Americans of all races get distorted views of what’s really happening out there.

More than 90% of blacks are killed by other blacks, but the Reverends Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson don’t show up to protest those killings. Why not? Because they make their livings propagating the notion that young black men are under siege by a white power structure and not their own malignant subculture. In this, they’re assisted by the MSM who smugly think they know best what Americans should hear about and not hear about.

Black-on-white crimes outnumber white-on-black crimes by a wide margin. According to Heather MacDonald writing in National Review Online: “There were two and a half times as many white and Hispanic victims of black killers in 2009 as there were black victims of white and Hispanic killers, even though the black population is one-sixth that of whites and Hispanics combined.”

If you relied only on the MSM for your understanding of the problem, however, you’d likely conclude that white racists kill the most blacks. Young black men are far more dangerous to other young black men than white racists, but that’s not what the MSM depicts. Why is that? Because it doesn’t fit the collective world-view of the coastal, urban, elite, liberal,

cocktail-party set that comprises the MSM. When Senator Barack Obama described redstate America as comprised of people who “get bitter and they cling to guns or religion, or antipathy towards people who aren’t like them as a way to explain their frustrations,” he mirrored MSM condescension toward the broad middle of America.

He was speaking to elite liberals in Marin County. To them, we’re ignorant rubes. We’re not as sophisticated as they are, so we can’t possibly understand that we are the problem. Young black male killers? They’re our victims.

Making things worse, young black men see the same skewed MSM reports and believe them.

As a result, many feel justified when they target whites, Jews, or Asians. Some sing about it and the Hollywood elite glorifies their “music” with televised award ceremonies. They even get invited to the White House.

The Mainstream Media are steadily losing audience share because they’re not the only show in town anymore.

Americans are getting more balanced reports from alternative sources, which reflect more accurately what they see around them, and that’s going to continue. Meanwhile, we’ll just have to deal with the widely held misperceptions resulting from decades of skewed MSM reporting.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired U.S. History teacher.

He can be reached at tommclaughlin@fairpoint.net

ing, was aired. Townspeople, it was pointed out, place blame for lake pollution on summer people, which is not accurate as the water testing surveys bear out, and townspeople also feel that taxes and property prices have been forced up by those summer homes in the area. Summer residents point out that they pay taxes, but do not have a vote and it is the townspeople that back development at the expense of the environment.

8/24: Need a pill? If you live in Lovell, you will not need to go far to find one. “The pill with complete instructions will

be available in my barn,” said Mr. E. H. Morrison, secretary of the Kezar Lake Association.

The pills he referred to are of course, dye pills for tracing the seepage of waste water into wells or lakes and streams.

These editorials and articles were culled from The Bridgton News archives at the Bridgton Historical Society. Be sure to come to the Open House at the Museum on Gibbs Avenue on Saturday, June 23, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please consider volunteering this summer at Narramissic or at the museum.

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reschedule the game set for the following day. The committee re-voted and the ruling stood. The game was played as scheduled with the team able to field nine players. It was a great game with good sportsmanship displayed by all involved.

It is the firm belief and goal of the committee and the individuals involved that all decisions be made with the best interest of participants of our league. We understand that personal con-

flicts exist and make every reasonable effort to accommodate them. We would like to extend our thanks to all of the wonderful people that made this year a success The Lakes Region Youth Softball Committee Tom Tash, president Beth Latsey, vice president Paula Holt, secretary Karen Wildes, Sebago Bill Weese, Naples