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Serving Bridgton and the surrounding towns of Western Maine since 1870 Vol. 152, No. 25

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Harrison facing office shutdown

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer HARRISON — Unless voters pass a modified Administration budget line this Friday, the Town of Harrison faces a complete shutdown July 1.

Taxpayers rejected Question 13 on the warrant calling for $740,406 for town administration by a 285-251 margin.

The end result is when the fiscal year ends June 30, there will be no money for daily operations.

New Town Manager Cass Newell reached out to Maine Municipal Association for guidance regarding this never-seen-before circumstance.

“There is no historical precedent for the core articles of the town being voted down,” Newell said.

Taxpayers also rejected four other articles — $196,166 for code enforcement, $150,000 for the Comprehensive Capital Reserve Account, which is targeted for the downtown beautification project, funding to move to a full-time fire chief and two per diem firefighters/EMTs, and approval for bonding of the alreadyapproved new Public Works garage.

MMA informed Newell that the town would be

required to address all articles that failed, not just Administration.

Also, standard notification of a special town meeting was altered so that the town could act before the fiscal year ends.

The special town meeting is set for this Friday, June 24, at 6 p.m. at Harrison Elementary School.

Last Friday, an open public budget workshop was held at the town office.

Residents filled the meeting room, and others listened to discussion over a loud speaker in the parking lot. A few watched via Zoom. Colleen Densmore served as meeting facilitator, having residents interested in asking questions, stating an opinion or TAKING THEIR OATH — Bridgton Town Meeting moderator Marita Wiser (left) swears in newly-elected making a recommendation officials (top, left to right) Deb Brusini, Ken Murphy and Cathy DiPietro at the end of last week’s annual placing their names on one town meeting. Looking on is Town Clerk Laurie Chadbourne.

(Photo courtesy Lega Medcalf) of five clipboards — one for each ballot question.

The nearly four-hour session stumbled out of the gate when some residents were hesitant to wear a mask after Board chairman Ray Laplante — citing the large gathering in the small room and the current high COVID infection rate in Cumberland County — made the request.

When some sensed that if they declined the request

By Wayne E. Rivet Rec Department) saw pay they likely faced removal Staff Writer and benefits receiving the With a nearly full highest rating for needing HARRISON, Page 2A Town Hall, citizens zipped improvement. through the 2022 annual Trying to be “proactive” town warrant in 45 minutes rather than “reactive,” last Wednesday night.

Peabody recommendIf there was a theme ed percentage increases to this year’s budget, it across the board, including was “market place adjust- a boost for Rec Director ment.” Back last October, Gary Colello, who posthe Bridgton Select Board sesses the same qualificaheld a goal-setting session, tions as rec directors in which resulted in a Top 5 major cities. list. Goal #3 was employee “Gary puts in a tremenretention. dous amount of time. If he One way to retain work- were an hourly employee ers is to offer competitive his salary would be a 1/3 salaries. higher due to overtime.

So, Town Manager Bob You want to keep somePeabody and his staff took one like that. He’s highly a close look at what neigh- respected. He’s professionboring municipalities were al. Look how he has grown paying, as well as review- Rec (including adding ing Maine Municipal before/after school care, Association’s annual which was a saving grace report. for parents during the pan“There’s a lot of com- demic and the loss of some OPEN FOR ART — Posing next to a couple of petition for municipal daycares). It is an entirely his paintings, Ian Factor prepares for the grand employees,” Peabody said different operation than POUNDING THE GAVEL FOR THE LAST TIME, opening of Factor Fine Art gallery and studio on in a discussion with The when he started,” Peabody Long-time moderator Steve Collins closed out last Saturday.

(De Busk Photo) News after the Select Board pointed out. “Two ways week’s annual meeting. (Photo courtesy Bill Preis) had debated proposals and you save money in munici- you talk to police chiefs, Point Campground, as well settled on recommenda- palities is cutting programs they will tell you that a as Moose Pond Land Trust tions to the public. “The and cutting employees, strong rec program is their funds. market is being worker otherwise than that, it’s best friend — it keeps kids To keep the tax rate driven, not employer nickel and dime.” off the street; when young down, $800,000 from the drive.”

More rec program- families and businesses undesignated fund balance An internal, anony- ming led to creation of an look at communities, what will be applied (last year, mous survey of Bridgton assistant rec director (who do you have for recreation? $450,000 was used).

By Dawn De Busk employees (31 survey were oversees the childcare pro- We get that money back.”

“We have a healthy fund Staff Writer returned, the town has 42 gram) position.

Some of Rec’s expenses balance; bring in money Good ideas start as seeds. Some simply need to be full-time workers and Peabody added, “Rec is are funded through money from undesignated fund transplanted. some part-timers with the economic development. If generated by the Salmon BRIDGTON, Page 5A In Portland, less than 20 years ago, Ian Factor joined forces with an area businessman who was a bit of Renaissance man. They rented a space on Market Street and started Dué, which means two in French.

“We turned it into a two-level, two-purpose space

By Wayne E. Rivet resulting in 20 pumps with site had been upgraded to Chamberlain noted. When — a bakery and a gallery with an event space. It was Staff Writer an additional pump unit include more trees along asked to rationalize increasblossoming: music events, book signings, poetry readWhile engineer Norm serving diesel located to the Route 302. ing the number of pumps, ings, opera singers, exhibitions and art openings,” Chamberlain claimed the left of the site.

“Internal” discussions Chamberlain said, “It’s Factor said. “Unfortunately, the landlord kept jacking major thrust to redevelThe new retail space at regarding the size of the because we have room for up the rent. We got forced out.” op the existing Lil’ Mart 443 Portland Road calls project, after citizens that. If we were to make this But, the idea of what could succeed was planted in convenience store site “is for a 60-by-100 foot struc- expressed concerns at the development smaller, about Factor’s head. really all about the store,” ture that will house both a May meeting, had taken all we could do is chop “In my mind, that was a wonderful magical experiBridgton planners primary convenience store, as well place with Nouria officials, PUMPS, Page 4A ence. I always had an idea that I would like to do that concern remains the number as Amato’s with 12 inside again, but in a space I owned,” he said. of gas pumps proposed for seats. The building will also Now, more than a year after purchasing and renothe Portland Road project. be equipped with a drivevating the former Craftsworks building, Factor is preA continuation of a pubthrough area. paring to invite the public into the new space.

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No vote shuts Harrison down (Continued from Page 1A) from the meeting by local sheriff deputy Andy Ward, they complied.

Densmore encouraged residents to “stay on track” and be “focused” on the question being discussed, noting each speaker would be given just five minutes to talk.

The Select Board decided they would first listen to citizen input, and then deliberate as to how they would proceed with each question that would be put before a special town meeting vote.

The focus on Administration was sidetracked when the issue of Laplante remaining at the head table and leading the Select Board came into question for the second straight night.

On Thursday at the board’s regular monthly meeting, newly-elected Select Board Penny Bean — who defeated Laplante and two other opponents — questioned why she had yet to be sworn in and why she had yet to take Laplante’s seat on the board.

Citizen Renee Carter raised the same question Friday, wondering if Laplante’s continued presence makes him an “illegal board member.”

Select Board member Matt Frank explained that officially, Laplante’s term expires on June 30, and Bean assumes the job on July 1.

From a practical standpoint, Laplante was part of the budget process and is versed in how decisions were made, whereas a new member was not part of the process and would be unable to answer citizens’ questions.

“Ray is still a member of this board and is entitled to chair this meeting,” Frank said.

“I respectfully disagree,” Carter responded.

When the focus returned to the Administration budget line, citizens praised the efforts of municipal workers but questioned the growth of town office staff and whether Harrison truly needs an assistant town manager. Carter cited several nearby municipalities, larger in population than Harrison, that don’t employ an assistant town manager.

“We don’t have deep pockets,” she said, noting many retirees need to pinch every penny especially during this inflationary period.

Renee Joyce, a former clerk who now fills in, says staff needs to be paid better based on all of the required training and responsibilities they assume, especially when a shift leader at a fast-food restaurant is working for $19 per hour.

Walter Riseman agreed

ON THE SPECIAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT, FRIDAY, JUNE 24 The Town of Harrison will hold a special town meeting to vote on amended warrant articles this Friday, June 24, at 6 p.m. at the Harrison Elementary School, 309 Naples Road, Harrison.

Voters will address the following questions, which were rejected by secret ballot vote on Tuesday, June 14: Question 13: Administration Question 22: Code Enforcement/Assessing Question 24: Comprehensive Capital Reserve Account (Downtown Beautification Project) Question 25: Full-time Fire Chief and 2 per diem FF/EMT Question 27: Bond Issue (new town garage facility) staff turn in Herculean efforts and it is not “unreasonable” for them to be paid accordingly. However, he suggested that if an assistant town manager is needed to help in response to Harrison’s growth over the past two years, maybe the position should be part-time, not fulltime.

Newell noted that while serving in the assistant manager’s role, she earned $58,000 and took no other benefits, since she is a disabled veteran and is covered by the U.S. Navy (she later noted that arrangement continues as town manager, earning a $85,000 salary but accepting no benefits).

“We’re getting a heck of a deal,” Laplante noted.

Frank noted that the assistant manager position, which was approved by the Select Board by a 5-0 vote, was created after previous Town Manager Tim Pellerin said demands were growing and more help was needed.

“We want Cass not to be overwhelmed,” Frank said.

Select Board member Rick Sykes called for a 6% increase in the Administration line from a year ago, $625,049 to $662,498 — a reduction of $77,908.

The board did not move to cut the assistant manager position, but to keep it or alter it, Newell would need to possibly reallocate funds.

The board voted 3-2 (Sykes, Fred Ross and Phil Devlin for; Frank and Laplante against) on the recommendation, moving it forward to Friday’s special town meeting vote.

Question 22 regarding Code Enforcement, discussion was short. Devlin’s only concern was a 125% increase in supplies. Newell said the sharp increase was due to purchasing electronic measuring equipment, as well as updated maps.

The Select Board voted 5-0 to keep the current request.

Question 24 regarding money for the downtown beautification project, it seems many voters didn’t realize the $150,000 was ear-

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Precautions will be in place with spacing of tables and masks available, but these wonderful gatherings are set to begin again on Monday, July 4, at 7:30 a.m., hosted at the Wilkins House on Plummer Hill in the Flat of Waterford, adjacent to the Congregational Church. There will be four in all: Wednesdays, July 20 and Aug. 3 and 17. All are from 7:30 to 10 a.m.

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO— If parents run out of ideas of activities to do with children this summer, there are a couple of new StoryWalks® in Casco.

The youngsters who attended the opening of the StoryWalk® on Hacker’s Hill really ran with it.

“They ran from page to page. I was joking it was storyrun instead of a StoryWalk®,” according to Head Librarian Michelle Brenner, with the Casco Public Library.

“They loved running in between the pages. But, they did a good job waiting for everyone else to get there,” she said.

The story is the Maine Birthday Book by Tonya Shevenell. The illustrator is Laura Winslow.

“It is a Maine author.

It is about Maine animals and Maine geography. It is a longer book than usual. It takes longer than the one I set up in Casco Village,” Brenner said, adding that Hacker’s Hill has a bigger space.

Fifteen children showed up to the special event on the morning of June 15.

“It was the opening of the StoryWalk® that was installed at Hacker’s Hill.

We had just put it in that morning,” she said.

“I did the installation. It was a library project. We got the educational grant to purchase the books and the laminate pouches,” she said.

“I basically turned the books into the story pages.

It was quite a project to make the StoryWalk® pages, I had to cut down the lamination pouches.

It was hard to say how many hours. It was a good amount of labor,” she said.

“We had to buy two copies of the book to get one spread.”

Loon Echo Land Trust (LELT) was involved in the project funding.

“The StoryWalk® was made possible by a LELT Environmental Education Grant. Every year, we offer small grants to schools & libraries in our service area (Bridgton, Casco, Denmark, Harrison, Naples, Raymond and Sebago). The projects we fund get kids outside and help teach students about the natural world,” accordSTORY, Page 8A

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Newell said the town needs to address several sidewalks, which fail to meet the American Disability Act standards and the town’s insurer is pushing for improvements.

This money tackles Phase 1 of a two-phase project.

Newell also noted that the town is seeking grant money to assist with this effort, appearing it could be in line for a 60-40 or 50-50 split. But, this is a matching arrangement, which is why $150,000 is being requested.

Devlin wondered if there was some way a statement could be included with the article explaining what the money is for. Newell said the beautification project information is available for public review at the town office.

The Select Board voted 5-0 to move the same question to voters on Friday.

Question 25 regarding raising $306,054 for a fulltime fire chief and two per diem FF/EMTs to provide 7 days a week coverage rather than the current 1 day.

Officials clarified that if Question 25 passed, it would negate Question 15 calling for $151,038 for the fire department (Q15 passed 295242).

Admittedly, this issue was the hot topic around town.

Fire Chief Dana Laplante noted that this proposal was hardly a spur of the moment idea. He and former Town Manager Tim Pellerin, who was a decorated firefighter over his years of service, researched and developed the proposal over a three-year span.

Laplante cited the continue decline of volunteerism, as well as the aging of long-time firefighters, who no longer are certified to enter a burning building. The proposal is an attempt to “get ahead of the problem” of shrinking manpower, caused also by the inability of firefighters to respond to day-time calls due to work commitments (many work outside of Harrison).

Mike DiBiase is one such firefighter. He volunteers in Harrison, but works full-time as an EMT in Windham.

“We’re not around during the day. We have to work,” he said. “We don’t get to choose when calls happen.

If we could, I’d like it to be after dinner.”

Citizen Jamie Dayton wondered if the town could settle on some type of compromise, such as a full-time chief and one per diem FF/ EMT. Frank rolled out a price list for taxpayers to consider: a full-time chief and

one per diem, $155,000; fulltime chief, 5 days per week, $40,000; full-time chief and one per diem MondayFriday, $99,280; 1 per diem, Monday-Friday, $59,280; 2 per diem Monday-Friday, $118,560.

Several people questioned whether other alternatives might exist and should be looked into. Many admitted they were “torn” on this question — some citing trying to keep taxes down, others noting that when emergency strikes and a loved one is either hurt or their home is burning, they want the peace of mind knowing when the call for assistance goes out, someone will show up.

Chief Laplante pointed out that neighboring towns that could provide mutual aid are dealing with the same issues — limited manpower during daytime hours. He noted that on several occasions, several departments respond to a call, but each has one or two firefighters available.

Deputy Andrew Ward made two quick points — in one case, he started CPR and it took 18 minutes before other emergency personnel arrived at the scene; and at a house fire, two firefighters showed up, and “I put the fire out.”

Select Board members Devlin and Sykes suggested more study is needed, and recommended zero dollars. The board 3-2 (Devlin, Sykes, Ross) in support of this recommendation.

Question 27 deals with authorizing the town to seek a bond for the alreadyapproved new Public Works facility.

Citizen Wendell Scribner wondered if now is a good time to move ahead on the project due to the higher cost of building materials and with a possible recession ahead.

Select Board member Frank proposed that rather than seek a 15-year bond at 3.99% interest, which Androscoggin Bank was willing to offer until Friday’s vote, that the town instead dip into some of its capital reserves to pay for the $3.4 million project, avoid the high interest, and then replenish the accounts.

Laplante noted that under the bond scenario, the town can always pare down early what is owed and save money.

The Select Board voted 4-1 (Frank against) to move the article forward as previously written.

Now, the issues fall back into the hands of voters Friday.

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Project taps Ian’s creativity (Continued from Page 1A) Main Street. The renovation process started the same day he closed on the property, which was early May. He’s still not done, he said.

“I’ve been deeply intimate with every square inch of the building. I know every corner of the basement, the HVAC, the electric, the plumbing, the bell tower, the attic,” he said.

“Every piece of wood work has been retouched. I got everything to look like it fits in,” he said.

The original wooden floors look patina, but new laminate tile separates the viewing gallery from the studio in this open concept space. In one hallway, the walls are utilized for smaller works of art, creating a second gallery space. Beyond that is his private living space.

Planned as part of the grand opening, there will be live piano music and catered food and refreshments.

Saturday’s grand opening coincides with Music on Main, which “will be a good cross pollination of creativity. It will be fun,” Factor said.

Transplanting to Bridgton at this point in time seems to be natural and appropriate transition.

“I wouldn’t have done this project 10 years ago,” he said. “I see a really healthy and creative trajectory happening here. It caught my attention when I was in Oregon making exit strategies.”

CRAFTWORKS ON THE MARKET A few years ago, Factor was planning his exit strategy from Oregon because he wanted to relocate back to the East Coast, particularly the Lake Region. He sought a space big enough for a gallery, a studio in which to work and teach classes, and to hold community events. Plus, there had to be enough room to live there.

“That was what I decided I was looking for. That would be a really important next step in my life as a painter, as a teacher,” he said.

“The thing that started the ball rolling. There was a church for sale in Conway. It was a massive building that needed an insane amount of work,” he said. “Two months later, my mom called me and said, ‘Guess what building is for sale? The Craftworks.’ That’s how I heard about it.

That is a beautiful building. I cannot afford it. It is too much work. I don’t want a project that big right now,” Factor recalled.

However, he wanted to return to the Lake Region because that is a place where he found roots when he was still a child. He was born in Boston and grew up northwest of Bean Town.

“My folks had a house on Highland Lake. That is my connection to Bridgton. I’ve been coming to Maine from the time I was 9 or 10 years old. I spent all my summers here. Every weekend during the school year and every holiday, we were here,” he said. “A lot of my childhood friends are from here. A lot of my high school friends I would bring up here. I made a secondary group of friends here in Bridgton,” Factor said.

“I have old deep connections to this area. Maine has been a huge part of my life,” he said.

Since living and working in Portland at the beginning of the new century, Factor has taken up residence in Italy and in New York City where he earned his MFA, and in Bend, Oregon, a town that he gravitated toward because of the mountains.

“I love the mountains. I took a fulltime teaching job. I moved out there because I am a mountain biker and hiker and I love Alpine skiing,” he said.

In essence, he has returned to a region that offers green spaces to do those beloved recreational activities.

IAN FACTOR, whose family has owned a home in Bridgton since he was 9 or 10 years old, purchased the old Craftworks building in May 2021 and spent a year renovating it. The Grand Opening of Factor Fine Art is scheduled for this Saturday, from 3 to 8 p.m.

(De Busk Photos) What: Grand Opening for Factor Fine Arts gallery and studio Where: 67 Main St., Bridgton When: Saturday, 3 to 7 p.m.

More info: Go to Facebook page for Ian Factor and click on link for Grand Opening details TEACHING ART TO ANY SKILL LEVEL “Teaching has been a passion of mine for a long time.

I’ve taught all over the world: Italy, China, Portugal and the Dominican Republic,” Factor said.

He has a strong foundation as an art teacher — having done it for 20 years.

He held the title of assistant professor of art at Western Oregon University. Also, he was the coordinator and lead instructor for the Satellite Campus Art Programs through Central Oregon Community College.

When Factor renovated the building for Factor Fine Art, he meticulously planned the lighting with studio work and art classes in mind.

Upon opening the gallery and studio to the public, Factor will offer two classes: watercolor painting and observational drawing. Both classes will take place once a week, on Wednesday. People should register in advance.

“Those classes are open to any skill level. A first day beginner to career artists can take those classes,” he said.

Unlike the 12-week courses typical of a college enivornment, these first two classes will be five weeks long.

Then, he will get a feel for what the people want to plan his future workshops and classes.

“In the late summer and early fall, I will offer two-day workshops. I will poll the public to see what is wanted,” he said. “The two-day workshops might cover such topics as how to photograph your art.”

Factor is confident that he can cater to a class that has

FRAMED FACE — Ian Factor, who has taught college level art for 20 years, will hold the grand opening of Factor Fine Art, inviting the community to see what he has done with the former Craftworks building. many different skill levels.

“After teaching for so many years, and running programs at the community college, in one class, I might have a student who has taken that class three times and a student who had to take class as an elective. The student who took it as an elective doesn’t want to be there and is feeling resentful about having to take it.”

“I’ve learned how to keep them engaged,” he said “I give very specific instructions so everyone is on their own. It makes it exciting for the students at all different levels. Everyone learns from everyone else.”

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In addition to the quilt exhibition, the show offers a chance to shop with local quilt store vendors, browse the Chickadee’s table for handmade items and of course the quilters yard sale tables will return with lots of bargains to be found.

The silent auction table also returns with 12 themed baskets.

If all this browsing leaves you hungry, a light

lunch of tasty chicken salad sandwiches, garden and fruit salads, desserts, and beverages can be purchased in the Chickadee Café.

Donations at the door of $5 and other proceeds from the show help fund the Bridgton Community Center activities including fuel assistance and community dinners, local food pantries, comfort quilts for local families experiencing great loss or hardship and Christmas for Kids programs in the Bridgton area.

Parking is free and the show is handicapped accessible. For more informa- ANATOMY IN ART — Ian Factor stands next to a painting that is part of the art tion, e-mail chickadeequil- show set up for the upcoming grand opening of Factor Fine Art, located 67 Main St tersme@gmail.com. in Bridgton.

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The show will be held again at the Stevens Brook Elementary School off Route 302 in downtown Bridgton. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. This year’s theme is Birds and Blooms!

This 41st annual summer event is an exhibition of locally made, hand and machine-sewn quilts and other forms of fiber arts.

CQ time at home during COVID has produced many beautiful quilts and other handmade items that we are looking forward to displaying. The group even participated in creating mystery quilts while enjoying reading chapters of a quilter’s mystery novel! Although CQ all used the same quilt instructions, the results are so different. Wait until you see them!

On display will be over 100 quilts and many other fiber art pieces including felted silk and wool scarves, red work ornaments, wool and bead pins, quilted tote bags and so on! There will also be a Linus Quilt display. The Linus Project is an organization that provides blankets for critically ill and traumatized children.

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Pump concerns raised at hearing (Continued from Page 1A) off the canopy and have fewer pumps. The regular layout of the site is really designed around the 6,000 square foot building, which is what they (Nouria) are settling on for convenience stores.”

Chamberlain noted that the bigger store allows for more room for product display and bigger aisles.

A reason for a bigger fueling facility is the ever increasing traffic on Route 302, which Nouria hopes to “capture” with its expanded fueling and bigger store.

John Adams, a Traffic Engineering consultant, cited Maine Department of Transportation data that places average daily traffic on that stretch of Route 302 around 8,000 vehicles per day. In the summer, “it bumps up quite a bit,” he added.

MDOT classifies roads as three types — Type 1 is urban commuter (very little seasonal fluctuation), Type 2 is arterials and commuter routes (moderate seasonal adjustments) and Type 3 is recreational/vacation routes (tend to fluctuate substantially throughout the year). Route 302 and Bridgton is Type 2 and 3, moderate to high seasonal fluctuations. Summer traffic flow here goes up between 40 to 50%.

“302 summer traffic explodes,” Adams said.

“Other times of the year, there are small increases.”

Chamberlain noted that the rationale of developing a larger pump facility is that it allows more motorists to fill up their vehicles, go inside the store to purchase other items without creating a wait line, which happens at other stores in town.

Planning Board Chairwoman Deb Brusini noted that the board received two letters — one from John Tevanian of Bridgton Drive-In, who informed planners he is satisfied with Nouria’s lighting plan, while the second was from Kevin Raday, who questioned whether certain material had been submitted.

Brusini said the board had considerable information regarding the project, some of which the public may not realize had been turned in. She pointed out that the public can always request a copy of the full application, either electronically or by visiting the town office.

When the public, both in-person and via Zoom, were given the chance to pose questions, long-time resident Bob Mawhinney asked whether the redeveloped site would also serve as an overnight truck stop?

Chamberlain said, “No.” “We have worked very hard in this town to keep this a small-town environment… We want to keep it a nice town. Take a closer look what people are doing to this town (outside influences). Let’s try to keep it as long as we can,” Mawhinney said.

Chamberlain pointed out the new design would create better access for trucks.

Planner Dee Miller asked that signage be installed noting there is no “overnight” parking.

“Don’t start imposing conditions quite yet,” Brusini countered.

While Miller continued, “We have a strong idea what we want our town to look like,” Chamberlain responded, “What Nouria 100 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009 (207) 647-3311

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If technology changes in the future, Nouria could change out fuel pumps to electric charging stations, Chamberlain added. “It is really all about the store,” he said.

Planner Ken Gibbs sensed the development team had carefully looked at the Land Use code, but “out of curiosity,” Gibbs wondered if they had read Bridgton’s Comprehensive Plan?

“We did not,” Chamberlain answered.

“You are bringing Nouria’s business model for this lot, did you give any

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“So, you’re saying Nouria is not a fit for the town?” Chamberlain questioned.

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It has lots of statements of what the 302 Corridor should look like.”

Chamberlain said his group will certainly take a look at the Comp Plan.

To clarify Gibbs’ comments, Brusini read the standard he cited, “The proposal is consistent with the town’s Comprehensive Plan.” She added, there is an outer corridor district

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Planner Rolf Madsen said the Comp Plan looks to preserve the character of the town.

“I look at this, a typical gas station has eight dispensers; here we’re going to have a gas station that three times that. This is so much larger in scale than anything we have in town.

If we are trying to keep to the Comprehensive Plan, keep the character in place, we need to consider this. A number of people have said they are not against the gas station, they are against the

size. That’s my concern,” Madsen said.

As a business owner, Planner Dan Harden has been to many gas station/ convenience stores. He likes the idea of being able to gas up and run into the store to buy a few items without creating a backup of motorists waiting to get to a limited number of pumps.

“I’ve been to gas stations in towns that were an absolute mess,” he said.

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June 23, 2022 The Bridgton News, Page 5A

Items on Bridgton Police Department blotter These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, June 13 10:40 a.m. Female suffering from dementia on Bridgton Road reported missing. Silver Alert issued. Female was later located.

12:55 p.m. Unwanted subject at North Road property; individual left prior to officer’s arrival.

2:17 p.m. Motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Depot Street and Main Street.

3:05 p.m. Male sleeping on a public bench on Main Street; subject left prior to officer’s arrival.

Tuesday, June 14 12:40 a.m. Suspicious vehicles on Power House Road. Officer found two males fishing off the dock. They were informed they needed to leave the area until sunrise.

1:07 a.m. Verbal dispute on Brown Mill Road; subjects separated for the night.

11:16 a.m. Wallet lost on Highland Road/Highland Lake Beach area.

12 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on North

High Street.

2:53 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on Harrison Road.

3:04 p.m. Assist United Ambulance with medical emergency (stroke) call on Mountain Road.

4:35 p.m. Disturbance between two females on Main Street; one subject issued a summons for assault.

Wednesday, June 15 2:01 a.m. Attempt to locate vehicle possibly heading to a Fryeburg campground via Lovell Road.

1:52 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on Frances Bell Road.

2 p.m. Debris and license plate found in the roadway on South Bridgton Road.

3:55 p.m. “Ongoing” property dispute between neighbors on Highland Road.

4:19 p.m. Traffic hazard (axe head) at intersection of Main Street and North High Street.

9:25 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on North High Street.

Thursday, June 16 2:08 p.m. Assist York County deputy at Bridgton Hospital regarding subject, who was involved in a motor vehicle crash,

requiring a blood kit. The individual was suspected to be operating while under the influence.

5:01 p.m. Suspicious circumstance (air horn) on Eco Way. Friday, June 17 2:05 a.m. Mental health event on Kansas Road.

9:10 a.m. Motor vehicle crash on South High Street.

10:39 a.m. Prescription drug disposal at BPD. 11:11 a.m. Citizen dispute on Highland Road.

12:54 p.m. Report of subjects possibly living in an abandoned house on Pond Road.

1:18 p.m. Harassment complaint on Portland Road.

1:42 p.m. Assist United Ambulance with medical call (woman fainted) at a Portland Road restaurant.

2:39 p.m. Pressure washer found on Mt. Henry Road.

Saturday, June 18 12:15 a.m. Assist Fryeburg Police with an “intoxicated” man who posted bail at BPD.

11:02 a.m. Assist with motor vehicle crash on Lambs Mill Road in Naples.

11:36 a.m. Escort citizen during an eviction on Summer Hawk Lane.

12:14 p.m. Assist with “out of control” elderly female on Portland Road; subject taken to Bridgton Hospital for evaluation.

3:21 p.m. Catalytic converter stolen from Rivard Lane.

5:15 p.m. Disturbance on Knights Hill Road.

8:04 p.m. Man arrested for violating bail conditions and possession of methamphetamine on North High Street.

Sunday, June 19 11:01 a.m. Agency assist on North High Street.

5:20 p.m. Agency assist on North Bridgton Road.

Monday, June 20 2:49 p.m. Assist at Bridgton Hospital with male who sustained an accidental gunshot wound to the hand.

4 p.m. Civil dispute on Harrison Road.

6:45 p.m. Verbal dispute between family on Davids Way. 7:08 p.m. Citizen assist on Boulder Hill Road.

Bridgton Town meeting recap West Baldwin for General Government, passed, no discussion.

Article 10, $1,730,271, Public Safety. Citizen Mike Davis commended the town for budgeting funds for street lamp maintenance.

Carol Ayers, who resides in a development off Wildwood Road, questioned if there is a chance hydrants will be installed on Swamp Road?

EMA Director Todd Perreault said the existing water main goes down South High Street, but doesn’t currently go down Swamp Road.

“Currently, not in any plans for expansion at this time. Eventually, you never know what might happen…If it happens, there would be hydrants every 500 feet,” he said.

Any chance for dry hydrants? Ayers asked.

Fire Chief Glen Garland said two dry hydrants — one on Wildwood Road which is privately owned (it is serviceable but limited water there), and one on Sanctuary Cove (which Ayer is part of) — currently exist.

“There are no plans by the town to put hydrants in, usually the town looks to developers to put them in and becomes part of the planning board process. We look at what is being proposed for a development and what is needed for fire protection. We have an ordinance that deals with that,” Garland said.

Ayers added, “Just wondering because more houses are going up, and wondering how it could be dealt with.”

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issues the town doesn’t have a good handle on is individual lot development, where someone buys a lot on a town road, they don’t go through planning board review for dry hydrants because they’re not subdivisions and it doesn’t trigger application of the subdivision ordinance (which addresses fire protection).

“That is a difficult one for us to deal with,” Garland said. “No one really has an answer for that one that I am aware of.”

The article passed.

Article 11, $2,918,579, Public Works and Capital Expenditures/Other Services.

Resident Tim Cook commented, “It is not that I am opposed to the figures in Public Works, but I am going to make a statement that some of the people on the floor may not be aware of the work our PW does, not only do they take care of our roads and parks, they also take care of a multitude of vehicles, mowers and other equipment. Scott Smith has been our mechanic for a number of years, and a piece of advice to the town is to take care of him. If he decides to leave, you will need to hire two or three people to take his place.”

The article passed.

Article 12, $16,500 Stipends for the Select Board and Planning Board, passed, no discussion.

Article 13, $45,118, Outside Agencies, passed, no Article 14, $222,429, Outside Services (Bridgton Community Center, Bridgton Public Library, LRTV franchise), passed, no discussion.

Article 15, $938,775, County fees and taxes, passed, no discussion.

Article 16, $198,767, Community Development Block Grant projects, passed, no discussion.

Article 17, $306,000, expend TIFF funds, passed, no discussion.

Article 18, Property taxes due, passed, no discussion.

Article 19, Interest rate, passed, no discussion.

Articles 20-31, Selectman Bear Zaidman called for voters to take action on these articles as a block. Moderator Marita Wiser invited citi-

zens to ask questions as she called out each article number.

Citizen Lega Medcalf asked for an explanation regarding Article 22, allowing selectmen to enter into boundary line agreements with abutting property owners.

Town Manager Bob Peabody said, occasionally (once or twice during his tenure here), a discrepancy surfaces regarding property lines following a survey.

This authorization “allows the Board of Selectmen to enter a boundary line agreement, henceforth this is the boundary line. If don’t approve (this article), it is done by calling a special town meeting. You are granting your authority to the board.”

Citizen Carol Ayer asked for an explanation of Article 31, the town’s participation in the Block Grant program.

Peabody pointed out that earlier citizens voted to accept $198,000 for CDBG projects, which can target sidewalk construction and the wastewater project.

Approval here shows citizen support of the Block Grant agreement.

The block was approved.

In other town meeting notes: Thanks for your service! When it came time to write the dedication for the annual town report, officials nearly had to use two pages to list Steve Collins’ accomplishments here in Bridgton.

“You would be hardpressed to live in Bridgton and not know Steve Collins, such has been his 50 years of dedicated leadership and commitment to the Town of Bridgton. Steve, now living in Exeter, N.H., when recently asked what drew him to community and civic engagement said, “As I matured, I came to the realization that things don’t just happen; somebody makes them happen.

If you don’t contribute to a process, you don’t have the right to complain about the outcome.”

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(Continued from Page 1A) balance as a revenue into the budget, don’t know how much drawn until the audit is done. If we’re in the black, we don’t use it, if in red, we use it; we’ve been in the black; the last three years, we haven’t used what we’ve put in there; it’s in there. Will we have to use $800,000, no, but, we put it in there as an offsetting revenue to drop down what taxpayers will need to come up with,” Peabody explained.

Before the final budget was moved forward, Peabody went back to his department heads to see if they could sharpen their pencils one more time, as the Select Board wanted to see a cut of $90,000 in response to salary increases.

“Shaving here and shaving there,” the department heads sliced $156,856 with Public Works leading the way with $68,000. Rec cut part-time staffing, saving $10,242. Peabody noted that budget projections come in December, and “a lot can change” by the time a budget is finalized for town vote in June.

“It’s not a bad exercise,” Peabody said. “Our department heads do good work. They have been here a while and know their jobs.”

Very little discussion Article 7, $100,000 from Unassigned Fund balance to fund the Senior Property Tax Rental Assistance program, passed, no discussion Article 8, $4,352,577 to reduce property taxes, passed, no discussion.

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LINCOLN PLANTATION — A West Baldwin man drowned late Monday morning in Aziscohos Lake, after attempting to swim to shore after mooring his boat.

Michael Shields, 54, had attached his boat to the mooring in front of his camp on the Alca Flats Road at about 11:30 a.m., and was attempting to swim back to shore from the boat when he went under the water about 50 yards from his camp and never resurfaced.

With no cell coverage in the area, his wife and fatherin-law who both saw him go under, had to drive 17 miles down a dirt road to get to a landline at Black Brook Cove Camp to call for help.

Maine Warden Service Pilot Jeff Beach launched his airplane soon after, and searched the lake looking for Shields from the air. A Maine Forest Service helicopter flew two state police divers and their equipment to the remote location on Aziscohos Lake to assist in the search and recovery. The Maine Forest Ranger Pilot and Warden Pilot both observed something in the water near the shore, and the two State Police divers dove in the area, and were able to recover the body in about 10 feet of water near the shore at about 6:30 p.m.

Shields was transported to the Wiles Funeral Home, where he was examined by the State Medical Examiner Tuesday.

The Maine Warden Service was assisted in the search and recovery by the Rangeley Fire Department, Wilsons Mills Fire Department, Maine Forest Service, Maine State Police Dive Team, Maine Marine Patrol, and the U.S. Border Patrol.

Fryeburg Police Department log

These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, June 13 2:15 p.m. Animal complaint on Morningside Drive.

9:30 p.m. 9-1-1 hang-up call on Bridgton Road.

Tuesday, June 14 3:34 a.m. Radar detail on Main Street.

2:56 p.m. 9-1-1 hang-up call on Park Street.

3:52 p.m. Theft complaint on Fair Street.

4:38 p.m. Theft complaint on Main Street.

Wednesday, June 15 1:58 a.m. Attempt to locate at Lovell Road campground.

3:59 a.m. Assist Fryeburg Rescue at Pequawket Village Road.

4:53 a.m. Radar detail on Bridgton Road.

9:44 p.m. Report taken regarding alleged sex offense on West Fryeburg Road.

10:43 p.m. Assist fire department at Webster Hall on Dormitory Drive.

Friday, June 17 1:30 a.m. Assist Oxford County deputy on Lords Hill Road in Brownfield.

5:51 p.m. Domestic disturbance on Main Street; peace restored.

6:58 p.m. Radar detail on Main Street.

8:40 p.m. Disturbance on Cross Street.

8:47 p.m. Assist Fryeburg Rescue on Main Street.

10:58 p.m. Responding to a motor vehicle crash on Portland Street, police charged Timothy M. Farrell, 62, of North Eastham, Mass. with operating while under the influence.

Saturday, June 18 3:48 a.m. Welfare check at Lovell Road campground.

12:15 p.m. Motor vehicle crash (non-reportable) on Main Street.

3:59 p.m. Motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Bridgton Road and Lovewell Pond Road.

4:18 p.m. Assist citizen at transfer station.

4:42 p.m. Motor vehicle crash (non-reportable) at the intersection of Portland Street and Camp Eastman Road.

Sunday, June 19 1 a.m. Assist Oxford County deputy at Everetts Lane in Brownfield.

Monday, June 20 4:07 a.m. Radar detail on Bridgton Road.

4:37 to 5:30 a.m. Three motor vehicle stops on Bridgton Road; three warnings issued.

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Casco: Few points of contention

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Residents at Casco Annual Town Meeting agreed to float a $700,000 bond, sharing the cost of the transfer site upgrades with the Town of Naples.

However, residents were cautious about allocating $25,000 to move a Blacksmith building to the Casco-Raymond Historical Society Museum property — in case Raymond voters did not match Casco’s funding.

In fact, residents amended Warrant Article 27 a few

times to state that the money was being approved contingent upon Raymond coming up with its share of the funding.

It is worth noting that during the Primary Election on June 14, Naples voters approved the bond for the Casco-Naples Bulky Waste and Transfer Station. The cost is split based on usage of the facility by each town.

In Casco, the bond passed, 43-29.

In Casco, this year’s town meeting marked a few firsts.

It was the first time that one

had been held in the newly renovated Crooked River Elementary School. Also, it was Anthony Ward’s first town meeting officially as town manager. He had been hired by June of last year when he was introduced to the public during town meeting, but did not step into that position until July 1, 2021.

Between 71 and 73 people voted, according to Casco Town Clerk Penny Bean.

Most of the budgetary items passed with the exception of $60,000 to be put in savings for the purchase of a

backhoe. Voting on warrant Article 20 resulted in a tie so it was not approved.

At that point in time, when the capital reserve for the backhoe purchase was on the floor, the question was poised whether or not the town planned to establish a public works department in the future.

Ward said that eventually the town would move toward a public works department.

Owning the equipment would

allow the current maintenance department to complete project without leasing equipment or contracting out jobs, Ward said.

Resident Pete Watkins expressed concern that the plowing contract would end, and the town would start doing that job. Also, he mentioned that the town should look into cost of a leasepurchase instead of buying a new backhoe outright.

“We are only voting to raise money not to spend it,” Ward clarified.

“It wouldn’t effect the

plowing contract,” he stated.

“The plan I would approve is to have a complete public works department and stop using contractors. It would be a better use of municipal funds,” Ward said.

Resident Phil Shane spoke.

“What it is costing them to have a public works in the Town of Raymond? One plow truck is $250,000. At least four plow trucks at a couple million dollars. And then you get into payroll — that will cost another $500,00 CASCO, Page 10A

Voters okay solar farm at C-N transfer station

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Twice as many residents favored putting a solar energy farm at the transfer station property than those who gave it a thumbs-down.

The vote was for the Town of Casco to enter into a Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) with the company Revision Energy. Revision would build the solar panels at Casco-Naples Bulky Waste and Transfer Station.

A third-party would pay the costs and get the tax refunds.

AMPLE DISCUSSION — Time was allotted for Casco residents to discuss the war- Meanwhile, the municipality rant articles before voting during the Casco Annual Town Meeting on Wednesday, would benefit from using the June 15.

(De Busk Photo) solar energy and lowering its

electric bills.

During the Casco Annual Town Meeting on June 15, residents voted, 52-22, for the town to sign the MOA with Revision.

Some discussion proceeded the vote on Warrant

Article 24.

Resident Phil Shane expressed concern about what would happen when the solar panels are junk in 25 years. He was worried about the town being on the hook SOLAR, Page 10A

Special meeting on solar rules

SWEDEN — A special town meeting will be held in Sweden at the Town Meeting House, 144 Bridgton Road (Route 93) this Saturday, June 25, at 9 a.m. The purpose of the meeting is for town residents to vote on the proposed Solar Energy System Ordinance, as well as some other important monetary items.

A position on the Board of Selectmen has also recently become vacant and a new member will be elected at the meeting.

To view the warrant for the meeting and the proposed Solar Energy System Ordinance, go to swedenmaine.org ed the initial pre-bid meetand scroll down to the third and fourth items under Recent ing be grandfathered from News. another meeting,” Ward said. “But they would obviously be able to attend if they wanted to.”

“Counsel and I recom(Continued from Page 4A) mend the [board of selectmen] reject all bids sub- and scale of town. Look at businesses and what is going mitted and advise the town on in this town. We have buildings like this that have been manager to repost the approved.”

Chamberlain pointed out that a traffic study is being Request for Proposal,” he done, and will be reviewed by MDOT. said.

“We realize there are traffic issues and we plan to The five companies that partook in the bid pro- address those issues,” he said.

Adams added that the project will be discussed at a cess were: Ryan Family Builders, Starrett Snow and MDOT scoping meeting, which is open to the public and Landscape Services, RT town officials, set for the end of June or first of July.

Brusini asked whether Nouria might consider alternaSymonds, CR Tandberg, and Watkins Property Services. tive designs, such as a peak at the roof line above the entry The building to be doors (which was used at the Oxford store) to make the demolished is located at 388 look more compatible to Bridgton.

Mike Durant of Nouria said, “We could entertain some Roosevelt Trail. other roof-line design,” but he didn’t notice guidelines in the Comp Plan to match the design with the corridor or neighborhood, businesses on Route 302.

“Could you come back with a design that meets what your company needs but gives it more character? If you awesome mug” inscribed could enhance it within your company’s guidelines, it with his dates of board ser- could address some of the community’s concerns,” Brusini vice, 2019-2022. said.

“People of Bridgton, it Gibbs cautioned developers when they attempt to make was an honor to serve you,” comparisons regarding compatibility. “If you are using Zaidman said. the business across the street (Macdonald Motors), it is Town Manager Bob grandfathered. It is not the most perfect example for comPeabody thanked citizens patibility.” for their “support, encourBrusini countered, “It doesn’t make the distinction if it agement and patience over is grandfathered or not. When the Comp Plan was written the past year, struggling not and the Land Use was written, we took into account what only through a pandemic, was already there. Mr. (Bill) O’Connor catalogued every but also having the town building in the town. I would caution on that. The Comp torn up due to construction Plan should be looked at as a whole — as policy not a stanprojects is trying at best.” dard. We have several descriptions of the outer corridor.”

“I have had relatively few Planners left the public hearing “open” since Nouria complaints, which is the will be turning in more evidence including the following result of folks seeing the requested information by the board: bigger picture,” he contin• Written summary about traffic counts ued. “When completed, it • Further rationalizing the size (number of pumps) will be decades before more • Update traffic study work is needed again.”

• Rationale how meet or modify the setbacks Peabody then thanked • Explore “with the powers that be” flexibility regardthe Board of Selectmen for ing commercial design (look at outer corridor standards). their service to the town, Planners will take up the Nouria project at their “particularly to Bear, who Tuesday, July 5 meeting at 5 p.m., and hope to start the I will miss even though we deliberation phase. haven’t always agreed, but we agreed we all love the Town of Bridgton. Thank you, Bear.”

Peabody noted it is important to have a board that works together, debating the issues with no rancor but keeping an eye on moving the town forward.

“Because of your dedication to the town, much was accomplished,” he said.

Omission delays demolition bid

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The demolition of a dangerous building has been delayed because of an omission in the bidding process.

Since a referral for bids (RFB) was not posted in the correct place on the Town of Casco’s website, and since one of the bidders pointed this out, the bidding process to bring down a dangerous building is back to Square One. The Casco Board of Selectmen voted, 4-0, to reject all the bids. This decision was made during its regular meeting on June 7.

“The Town failed to properly post this RFP on our

website and this potentially effected the attendance at the mandatory pre-bid meeting held on May 3. One of the bidders notified me of this omission and advised this oversight prevented him from attending the mandatory meeting,” according to Casco Town Manager Tony Ward.

“The RFP was provided to several local contractors, but were not directly provided to Starrett Snow and Landscape Services and Watkins Property Services.

The RFP was posted on Maine Municipal’s website and was supposed to be posted on our website listed under RFPs,” Ward said.

He added that the RFP

was not located in the correct place on the website.

“I felt that we had the potential to open this up for litigation. If not litigation, it lacks transparency,” Ward said.

“I spoke with counsel and voiced my concerns on the appearance of potential inequities with this bid process. She agreed with my perspective and advised acceptance of any bid potentially allows for potential litigation. The best practice would be rejected all the bids because of the Town mistake and repost the RFP. We would return all deposits from this round. We would also recommend that the four companies that attend-

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Bridgton Town meeting recap (Continued from Page 5A) for the next 52- years.

Steve cherishes “... the sense that Bridgton is a real community, not just some place’s suburb; that it’s worth caring about and even squabbling over.”

And squabble he did when necessary!

His list of accomplishments included: • 15 years on the Planning Board, many as chairman.

• 3 years on the Select Board, one as chairman.

• Founding president of the Bridgton Community Center.

• 30-year member of the Bridgton Lions Club.

• 50-year member of Lakes Environmental Association, including 17 years as president in the early 1970s when Shoreland Zoning came to Bridgton.

• Founding president of Maine Rowing Association, and with Ron Hatch and Brook Sulloway, he directed the Highland Lake Regatta for 25 years.

And, he served as town meeting moderator for 47 years — 1974-2020, and then back at the head table last Wednesday night at the Town Hall as deputy moderator…for the final time.

Select Board Chairwoman Carmen Lone presented Collins with a commemorative gavel “to keep order in Exeter, N.H.” “You have done more for the Town of Bridgton than five guys,” Lone said.

When offered a chance to speak to the audience, Collins said, “I am honored and touched by this recognition. I really miss the Town of Bridgton. It has been a fun 50 some years. I am really proud to have lived here. I miss the town terribly.”

Collins later asked to close the meeting after the swearing in of newly-elected officials Deb Brusini (Planning Board), Ken Murphy (Select Board) and Cathy DiPietro (Planning Board Alternate).

With a couple taps of the gavel, Collins asked that the annual town meeting return to order. “There being no further business before this meeting I would accept a motion we adjourn until next year,” he asked.

After a motion to adjourn, a second, a unanimous vote, Collins put the gavel down one last time to close the 2022 session after 44 minutes, 54 seconds.

When asked why should someone engage in com-

munity, civic activities and organizations for the town report, Collins replied, “I think that a citizen has a debt to his community to pay for the privilege of citizenship.”

Town officials wrote, “Steve Collins has paid that debt over many times and we, the citizens of Bridgton and the Select Board, thank him for his leadership, commitment, and lasting impact on a better Bridgton.”

Indeed, Steve Collins left not only a lasting impression, but also a great example on how to make a difference in a place one calls home.

Another thanks for service was extended from Lone to Selectman Bear Zaidman, who is closing out his term.

“Five years ago, I would never have dreamed the two of us would be standing here, under these circumstances, said Lone as she looked up to Zaidman.

“Mr. Zaidman, thank you for your years of service to the Town of Bridgton…

You are passionate about the people of Bridgton.”

Going with Bear’s earlier suggestion, the Select Board passed on handing out a plaque, and instead, handed him a “very useful,

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Stadium to carry Atwood name FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Academy is pleased to announce its new multi-sport stadium will be named after John H. Atwood — a former FA teacher, coach, administrator, and respected community member.

John grew up in Massachusetts and attended the University of New Hampshire before leaving to join the 10th Mountain Division. He trained at Camp Hale and went to officer candidate school, graduating as a second lieutenant. During his time overseas, John was a U.S. Army Ski Team member in 1945. After serving his country, he returned to UNH and earned a degree in hotel management.

From 1948 to 1951, John was the assistant manager of the Sunapee State Park Ski Area and managed the Exeter Inn until 1954.

In 1954, John became manager of Severance Lodge on Kezar Lake in Lovell, moving his family

to Fryeburg, where he later joined Fryeburg Academy as a business education teacher in 1967. John served the Academy for 14 years as a faculty member and eight years as its athletic director. John was an avid skier and golfer and, while serving as AD, transformed many aspects of the Academy’s athletics program.

During his first year, John created the women’s ski and golf teams and coached both for the duration of his FA tenure. He brought home the alpine ski state championship title in 1976.

He also founded the Fryeburg Junior Ski Program in 1958 and managed the program through the next decade. He was a Lake Kezar County Club member, serving as president for eight years and a trustee for 30 years. He was inducted into the Maine Ski Hall of Fame in 2010 and into Fryeburg Academy’s Hall of Excellence in 2012.

“The Atwood family has had a

long and enduring relationship with the Academy,” said FA Head of School Erin P. Mayo. “John’s legacy is evidenced by the continued success of our athletics program and the growth of our alpine and Nordic ski teams. We are thrilled to recognize and pay tribute to John’s many accomplishments.”

His three children — all Fryeburg Academy alumni — are excited about this meaningful recognition that honors their father’s legacy.

“Even before our dad became a coach and a faculty member, he loved everything Fryeburg Academy had to offer. As young kids, we attended the plays, the concerts, and sporting events,” recounts his children, Nancy Atwood Mockler ’69, John ’71, and Peter Atwood ’74.

“When he became a teacher, coach, and athletic director in the Sixties, he was immersed in all things Fryeburg Academy; he had found his calling.

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Longtime Fryeburg Academy Teacher, Coach, and Administrator, John H. Atwood

4 on Fourth:

A runner’s race story

WINNING FOURSOME Beverly Chalmers, Carol Keller, Suzie Kinney and Carolyn Ehrman.

Highlands Ladies Golf

By Suze Kinney BHLGA Columnist Ahh, outdoor sports in the summer of Maine can bring on bouts of nostalgia.

The mostly blue skies, sweet fresh air, long days of sunshine coupled with a cool breeze allow me to feel like a child again.

Like many children of my generation, being outdoors was commanded by parents as part of a healthy lifestyle. I happily ran to this demand as outside was so much more fun than being inside. As an adult, I still run to be outside as that is usually where the fun is happening. Soccer, tennis and golf are my favorites, but mostly I participate in tennis and golf. Too much running in soccer for these aging knees.

But to golf, this past Wednesday, our Bridgton Highlands Ladies Golf Association had two groups playing. The group playing 18 holes led the way out to the first hole with an early

tee time of 8:30 and the 9 holers were out by 9 a.m.

The game for all players was to play your own ball but to throw away your worst hole score. This can be quite an advantage in the overall scoring. If, however, you are having a terrible, no good, awful golf day, then throwing out only one hole just isn’t enough. Such was my fate. I needed more than two throw-away holes to make it to the top.

Our winners did not need such assistance. The low gross winner for the 9 holers was a tie between Mary “Bash It” Barry and “Jolting” June Imo. The 18 holers low gross winner was Nita “Nitro” Barker with Donna Bleakney in second place. The 9 holers low net winner was Deb “Bogey” Brann and in second was Kathy Souza. The low net winner for the 18 holers was “Sunny” Susan Jordan. Tied for second low net were Donna Rollo and Brenda Tyler.

The pot was for fewest total putts. In the 9-hole group, the winners were Deb “Bogey” Brann in first place and June Imo in second. For the 18 holers, the honors of fewest puts went to Nita “Nitro” Barker in first place and Brenda Tyler in second.

On another golf note: Candy Gibbons hosted her annual golf outing at BHCC for which all the participants thank her. It was a fun golf morning of 9 holes followed by a shared luncheon at the Gibbons Farm. The best part was meeting up with old friends and making new ones. The game was a scramble and the winning foursome was (pictured) Beverly Chalmers, Carol Keller, Suzie Kinney and Carolyn Ehrman.

Congratulations to all the ladies from both events.

Tip of the Week: Get the speed of your putt correct and you’ll make fewer putts per round.

Until next week, hit’em long and straight!

Golfers poised, tough

By Whit Lesure Highlands Golf Columnist Fortunately, a short burst of late fall-like weather over the past weekend — not good enough to call it “spring” — is in the rearview mirror but it certainly made golf interesting at the U.S. Open in Brookline, Mass. as well as locally at “the country club” better known as Bridgton Highlands.

The weather wasn’t the only similarity the two clubs shared as both featured some extreme rough and tall grass for golfers unlucky enough to stray off the fairways. Tough conditions rarely bother the weekly “scramblers” known for the kind of poise and toughness Matthew Fitzpatrick demonstrated

with his fairway bunker shot on #18 to secure his one-shot victory and first major championship on the same course that saw him win the 2013 U.S. Amateur.

On Tuesday evening, the “super-team” of Bob Bissonnette, Steve Vachianno, Chris Harriman, and Pete “Live to Ride, Ride to Live” Gately earned 1st Gross. 2nd Gross went to “Barefoot” Sue Attianese and her two boys, Ed Miller and Teddy Raymond. 3rd Gross belonged to the squad of Merlin “the Magician” Bahr, Scott Parody, Steve Collomy, and Kendrick Kipikis. 1st Net was won the “electric company” of Scott Cushing, Matt Allott, Scott McIver, and Gary McIver. Taking home 2nd Net was the group of Mike Collins, Nick Klimek, Bob

McHatton (politicking in a rare scramble appearance) and Justin Conforte. 3rd Net was picked up by the team of Peter Thompson, Dave Barry, Tim King, and Don Carlson.

Jeremy “Ace” Muench accomplished the rare sweep of the NTP on #2 and #8 and in the process giving himself the early summer lead on MIP (Most Improved Player) in the male division.

On Thursday night, Bob Bissonnette and “the Henchmen” folded up shop like the Celtics opening the door for the team of Jeff Sands, Kyle Ebling, Tim Ebling, and Kevin Galgay to earn 1st Gross. Taking home 2nd Gross was the group of Duane Hendrix, Jim Barber, “Easy” Ed CHIP SHOTS, Page 8A

By Dr. Wilbert E. Libbey Special to The News If you were at last year’s Start Line, you heard this runner’s voice as he magnificently sang our national anthem and then, stepped down and entered the race.

The good news, Dave will be back this year.

Dave Albert, or we should say, Pastor Dave FIRST A SONG, THEN A RUN — Pastor Dave Albert, is a full-time wor- Albert sang the National Anthem before the race, ship/youth pastor at the then he joined the pack and ran the four miler.

Fryeburg Assembly of God Church. He shares that role with his wife, Pastor Ashley.

They have three amazing children: Isaiah, Arabella and Owen. Pastor Albert has several passions. His main focus being the teens in the community of Fryeburg. They have benefited from his leadership for the past 13 years.

Another passion is his singing. He was raised in Buena, N.J. (we won’t hold that against him), and began singing in the church, where his brother is Pastor. He has never had any formal voice training, but there were people in that church that took the time to work with him. They helped him fall in love with music. He came in third at the American Idol Show at Disney, and he had an amazing experience when he tried out for “The Voice” in 46th Annual Bridgton 4 on Philadelphia. As a kid, one of his dreams was to sing the the Fourth national anthem at a sporting event. He has sung multiple Monday, July 4 times for the Portland Sea Dogs and of course last year’s Start time: 8 a.m.

Bridgton Four on the 4th. He has hopes to sing for the Start line: Main Street Boston Red Sox, as well. next to Food City Pastor Dave developed a love of running after being Finish: Old Memorial encouraged by Pastor Mike Mendonca. His first race was School on Depot Street the Four on the 4th in 2014, posting a time of 34:16. Since Bib pick-up: Bib pickup then, he has run the Peaks Island Five Mile, four Spartan and shirt sales on Sunday, Races (half marathons), 10Ks, and 5Ks. He thanks his July 3, 3:30 to 6 p.m., in front Cross Fit coaches, Paul and Amee, for the training. Pastor of Memorial School, end of Dave says the favorite part about running is the commu- Depot Street; bibs and shirts nity of people as well as being able to compete against can be picked up the morning others and myself. of the race from 6:30 to 7:30 Be there at the Race Start Line, hear a wonderful rendi- a.m. at the same location. tion of our national anthem, and then get out of the way, Virtual race: Bridgton Pastor Dave is on the race course.

4 on the Fourth will again support virtual runners who can’t be in Bridgton in person for whatever reason. There is now a virtual signup category on our registration site for that.

Website: fouronthefourth. com NAPLES — Long Lake to play this fun, backyardOutlook: Following last Marina and the Sportshaus style game. year’s race of 1,000 runners have planned some fun, free The winner(s) of the for the in-person event on events this summer. tournament will receive an July 4, this year organizers Wakeboard Demo Day inflatable SUP Board Kit, expect to see a more robust at Long Lake Marina this awarded on the spot! Free turnout from 13 local camps.

Saturday, June 25 from 10 prizes and other giveaways a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration will be available, while sup- Last year, most campers had is required for this free event plies last. To register for not been vaccinated as the and all participants will free, follow the link to com- younger age groups were still have the chance to try wake- plete the Google Form for being rolled out, but all ages boarding with a local wake this event: https://forms.gle/ are included this year.

• Kids Fun Run, 4:30 p.m., instructor, Cole Fournier, fS4azMMe3SjU3TwRA on Sunday, July 3, behind of H207 Wake Academy.

Need more fun ideas?

Stevens Brook Elementary No experience necessary. Check out a rental kayak All gear provided. Space or SUP board from the School. In-person registrais limited and spots fill up Sportshaus Snow & Water tion is open ahead of this quickly! To register for free, shop in Bridgton. You can event from 3 to 4 p.m.

• COVID: As the calendar follow the link to complete also find SUP boards to rent rolls into July, the race leadthe Google Form for this at the Wave Room, which ership team will be carefully event: https://forms.gle/ is located next door to watching the guidance from XC9X5GHyQJpeSyWA7 the Lakeside Dairy Bar in the Maine CDC (as they did 2nd Annual Bottle Bash Naples. Rentals are offered Tournament at Sebago on a daily basis or weekly, last year), so they will comply with those guidelines on Lake Sandbar on Saturday, if needed! both race days.

July 23 from noon to 4 p.m.

Long Lake Marine • Registration: To encourLong Lake Marina and the Tel: 693-3159 age early registration, the makers of Bottle Bash have Website: www.longlakeregistration fee will increase partnered for the second marine.com to $30 on Wednesday, June year in a row to host this Sportshaus 15, and to $35 on Friday, July event. Free to play! Sign up Tel: 647-5100 in advance with a teammate Website: www.sport- 1. Registration for the race closes at 8 p.m. on Saturday, or meet us at the Sandbar shausski.com July 2, 2022.

Free chance to try wakeboards

Sports news

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Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips

by Allen Crabtree

Sentinel Mtn.

The forecast was for 60%-plus chance of rain most of the day for our hike on Friday, June 3, to Sentinel Mountain. One by one, I received cancellations from hikers who were planning on climbing this small mountain in Ossipee, N.H. and only five of us actually turned out for the hike.

Meeting at the Denmark church at 8 a.m., there was a light mist in the air, but no rain. A few sprinkles on the windscreen as we drove through Brownfield, but no rain at all until we go to the summit of Sentinel Mountain. Rain then was light and only lasted a few minutes — just time to put on rain gear — and then it stopped. The summit was fully enveloped in clouds and mist, however, and there were none of the views that we had experienced on our only other hike to Sentinel in 2017.

We left the very small parking lot at the trailhead at 9:15 a.m., reaching the summit at 10:05 a.m. after 50 minutes of climbing. The trail climbs at a steady moderate slope the entire way until the last 1/10 of a mile or more

Aerial view of the Ossipee Ring Dyke.

(Photo by Wayne Peabody)

when it was a very steep rock and ledge scramble to the summit. It is an easy hike despite the steady climb required to the summit of Sentinel Mountain from the trailhead.

The Mountain Trail is well signed and marked with red blazes, although there are several side roads and trails that come in from the left and right. The trail follows an old woods road for much of the way. After enjoying new views with the enveloping clouds and mist, we left the summit at 10:40 a.m., reaching the trailhead at 11:15 a.m. after 25 minutes of climbing down. We all stopped at the ice cream stand in Kezar Falls where Jeff bought ice cream for everyone.

About Sentinel Mountain The hike this week explores the remnants of an ancient geologic event that took place in Ossipee, N.H., in the far distant past. In the green and rounded mountains in our area, it is hard to think that at one time there were active volcanoes here. During the Jurassic period and the time of the dinosaurs, magma rising to the surface formed volcanoes, including one formed in Ossipee that may have been as high as 10,000 feet. It would have looked something like Mt. Vesuvius does today.

There were three major eruptions here, each about 10 million years apart, that changed the volcano into what is seen today. The second eruption, around 90 million years ago, created the famous Ossipee Ring Dike, a circular crack formed by the collapse of a magma chamber’s ceiling underground. The Ossipee Mountains today are the remnant of that ancient volcano, and in various places columnar basalt can be found and the rocks on the mountains show the effects of volcanic activity.

They are arrayed in a circular shape nearly nine miles in diameter and are a distinctive terrain feature. Sentinel A foggy day at the summit of Sentinel Mountain, with Mountain is one of the Ossipee Mountains on the southern Denmark Mountain Hikers Steve Kelly (left) and Jeff edge of the Ossipee Ring Dike, overlooking Dan Hole Sturgis enjoying the “view.” (Photo by Allen Crabtree) Pond, and is an easy and educational hike.

The Ossipee Ring Dyke as it appears on a current topographic map. Map compliments of the U.S. Geologic Survey Ossipee Ring Complex.

(Sketch courtesy of Plymouth State College) Dan Hole Pond is also part of this geologic event. It is known as a caldera and was formed when land collapsed over a magma chamber following a volcanic eruption.

Ben Kennedy and John Stix have more information on the Ossipee Ring Dyke in their article: Magmatic processes associated with caldera collapse at Ossipee ring dyke, New Hampshire. An abstract of their paper is at http:// gsabulletin.gsapubs.org/content/119/1-2/3.abstract.

The Denmark Mountain Hikers have climbed Sentinel Mountain only once before our June 3 hike, in June 2017.

The weather then was clear and the view of the Ring Dike and Dan Hole Pond were spectacular, unlike our climb in 2022. However, the weather, this is still an interesting hike made more so by its geologic history.

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Lesure’s Chip Shots

Sebago Days 5K Road Race

Help us kick off our second jam packed day of Sebago Days by clicking the link below to preregister for the Sebago Days 5K Road Race. https://runsignup.com/SebagoDays • Pre-register via this link until July 14, 11:59 EDT for $20 sign-up fee.

• After July 14th, price increases to $25.

• Race-day registrations starting at 7 a.m. are $25.

• The free toddler race takes place at 7:55 am with no pre-registration required.

• 5K Road Race starts at 8 am.

• Followed by our Grand Parade at 10 a.m.

T-shirts will be given to the first 100 registrants.

Awards for first place in the following male and female categories: Overall, 10 & under, 11-13, 14-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over

(Continued from Page 7A) Koklinski, and Perry “the Guitar Man” Gibson. 1st Net was won by the allpersonality squad of Cody “just a boy out of Texas” Reid, Bob “Fix-A-Flat” Pollard, Paul Howard, and Paul Kelly. 2nd Net was earned by the threesome of Jim “smoke ’em if you got ’em” Apovian, Brian Grosso, and Jim Logan.

Duane Hendrix won NTP #2 and Dave Barry garnered NTP #8.

On early Friday morning, local legend Bob Holden brought a few “horses” to nearby Lake Kezar C.C. for the MSGA Play-Day series and came away with the “Stableford” format team victory. Asked for comment in the winner’s circle, the wry and humble Holden

told reporters “it’s all about ‘picking horses’ you have a sense are ready to run that day so I was confident in these guys despite the fact they hadn’t played particularly well leading up to the event.”

In Saturday Sweeps action, Wayne Kuvaja turned back the clocks and moved back a tee-box to earn the Low Gross victory at 79. Nick Stuart earned Low Net honors. Cliff Walker and Andy Thombs took home Team Low Gross while Wayne Kuvaja and Ted Raymond paired up for the Team Net prize.

Bob “Mr. 80 %” earned the Quota win while the aforementioned Kuvaja added the NTP #2 to his career earnings.

On Sunday morning,

“Dollar” Bill Kavanagh capitalized on a stellar back-nine to earn 1st Gross at a solid 79 under treacherous conditions.

Bob McHatton stayed hot in winning the Low Net. Bill Kavanagh and Whit Lesure made it two weekends in a row in winning Team Low Gross.

Bob McHatton and Bob Holden took home Low Team Net in a partnership you wouldn’t ever want to see against you in “match play.” Jim Thombs proved the adage that you don’t necessarily have to play well to win money as the wily veteran and defending club champ captured both the Quota and NTP #13 to ease the sting that many “fathers” felt on the course this day.

(Continued from Page 2A) ing to LELT Development and Outreach Manager Maggie Lynn.

“The grant program is made possible thanks to bequests from local teachers Helen Allen & Polly Bartlett,” she said.

People can learn more about the non-profit’s Environmental Education Grant Program: https://www. lelt.org/outdoor-education “The event we held last Wednesday was to kickoff the StoryWalk® returning to the Hill for the summer.

We co-hosted the event with Casco Public Library,” Lynn said. “ We hosted StoryWalks® at Hacker’s Hill and Mayberry Hill Preserve last year as well as Pondicherry Park in Bridgton,” Lynn said.

The latter StoryWalk® was in collaboration with Bridgton Public Library.

“The StoryWalk® is currently still up in Pondicherry Park as well, but it will be removed in the coming weeks while some trail work is under-

way,” Lynn said.

“We plan to put it back up with a new book after the trail work is completed,” she said.

According to Brenner, there is another StoryWalk® on Mayberry Hill Preserve in Casco. The book is called Hector Fox. Last year there was a StoryWalk® on that same forested trail, but the book is new.

“While they are enjoying the walk, they can read a book,” Brenner said.

“At the end, there is a guest book,” she said. “We would love to have people put their first names and comments. Let the kids say what they think about it.”

Another plus about doing a StoryWalk®, children do not have to worry about using their ‘indoor voice.’

If individuals are interested in contributing to LELT’s environmental education grant program they can contact Maggie Lynn at maggie@lelt.org or call (207) 647-4352.

Take Casco story walk

Stadium naming

(Continued from Page 7A) He continued to groom the cross-country ski trails, time ski races, and watch his grandchildren compete in athletics in his retirement. He especially enjoyed seeing former students — many of whom had become lifelong friends.

The Academy meant so much to him. We’re happy that dad and our mom, Esther, can contribute to the new athletic stadium and that Fryeburg Academy has chosen to honor him. Thank you all so much.”

Construction is underway at the new stadium, which will include field turf along with other new amenities, with a scheduled opening of this fall.

June 23, 2022 The Bridgton News, Page 9A

College notes

Andrew Gianattasio of Naples, an international business major in the class of 2023 at Saint Anselm College (Manchester, N.H.), has been inducted into the Kappa Epsilon Chapter of Pi Delta Phi, a national French honor society, for the 2021-2022 academic year.

To be considered for membership in Pi Delta Phi, students must have completed at least one course of upperdivision French, have a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in French, 3.0 GPA overall, and rank in the top 35% of their class.

Corban Ridlon of Casco graduated May 15 from Saint Michael’s College in Colchester, Vt. with a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude in English.

Danielle Meader of Raymond, a Business Administration major, has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester at the University of Vermont.

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 percent of their class in their respective college or school.

Morghan Carr and Cameron Scott, both of Sebago, graduated from the University of New Hampshire in Durham, N.H. in May. Adam Canfield of Fryeburg has been named to the Dean College (Franklin, Mass.) spring 2022 Dean’s List.

Students named to the Dean’s List have demonstrated a serious commitment to their studies.

Rebecca Roy of Bridgton was recently named to the Castleton University (Castleton, Vt.) Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2021-22 academic year. To qualify for this academic honor, students must maintain full-time status and a semester grade point average of 3.5.

Logan Parsons of Naples has been named to the Plymouth State University Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.69 and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester. Logan is an Elementary Education & Youth Development major at Plymouth State.

President’s List at Plymouth State University 823 students have been named to the Plymouth State University President’s List for the spring 2022 semester.

To be named to the President’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.7 or better for the Spring 2022 semester and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester. Local students named include: Tyler Hunter of Fryeburg, Emily Wallace of Harrison and Ellery Hunt of Bridgton.

Receive degrees from Clark University Clark University (Worcester, Mass.) awarded degrees on Sunday, May 22 to the following local graduates: Nat Bickford of Casco, graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science.

Davin Tiahrt Tafuri of Bridgton, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

Hailey Jordan Parsons of Naples, graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

Mary Allen of Naples was named to the Dean’s List at Lehigh University (Bethlehem, Pa.) for the Spring 2022 semester. Dean’s List status is awarded to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded courses.

Kiana Webster of Raymond has been named to the Eastern Connecticut State University Spring 2022 Dean’s List. Kiana is a New Media Studies major. To qualify for Dean’s List, full-time students must complete a minimum of 12 credits in letter-graded courses with an average GPA of 3.5 or higher in the semester. Part-time students are eligible if they’ve accumulated 15 or more credits of lettergraded course work with an average GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Lasell Dean’s List The following students were named to the Lasell (Newton, Mass.) Dean’s List in recognition of their Spring 2022 academic performance: Riley Silvia of Raymond, Molly Cochrane of Raymond and William Marshall of Denmark. To be named to the Dean’s List, Lasell students must complete at least 12 credits as a full-time student and achieve a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher.

University of Vermont degrees The following students graduated from the University of Vermont during commencement ceremonies in May, 2022: Maeve Gurnis of Fryeburg graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in English.

Addison Schwarz of Fryeburg graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences.

Danielle Meader of Raymond graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Maine College of Health Professions grads Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP) in Lewiston, the state’s only health professions college and home to Maine’s oldest nursing and radiologic technology programs, awarded Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degrees to: Victoria Hazzard of Brownfield, Allison Marie Ross of Bridgton and Marybeth Jo Weeden of Sebago.

SC raises funds for service trip

Lake Region High School’s Student Council students are going on a service trip with the Working Abroad program to the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in early August 2023 for 10 days assisting the Playa Tortuga environmental staff with their work with endangered breeding sea turtles.

The turtles lay their eggs at that time of year on the beach. Among other things, students will

be doing shifts on the beach at night to see if the turtles lay eggs, where high tides will wash them away. If so, they will mark the spots and later relocate them to safer spots.

To help fund their trip, students will be “wood stacking warriors” through the fall and will stack wood for a trip donation.

“We have also set up an account at the Bridgton Bottle Redemption on Nulty Street where anyone

Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary: $500 awarded to Sarah Rowe.

GBLRCC Chamber: $750 awarded to Faith Revels, pictured with Chamber Executive Director Angie Cook.

Adult Ed graduates celebrate!

By Madelyn Litz Adult Ed Director The Lake Region High School auditorium was full of family and guests of the graduates of the Lake Region and Fryeburg Area Adult Education Class of 2022 on Tuesday, June 14.

There were 24 graduates this year, and the celebration was so very meaningful to students. Adult students work hard around jobs, family, and personal obligations to attend class and prepare to pass the HiSET exams for their equivalency diploma or to complete requirements and credits for their Lake Region Adult Education diploma.

Superintendent of Schools Alan Smith and SAD 61 School Board director Debra Albert of Bridgton conferred diplomas to the students in attendance.

As the director, I am so very proud of my staff who worked diligently to bring these students to successful completion of their secondary diploma requirements.

We are indeed fortunate to have the compassionate,

National Adult Education Honor Society — For consistent attendance, unwavering cooperation, displayed self-reliance, and an outstanding level of persistence to meet their goals, awarded to Marlene Paintiff, Sarah Rowe, and Isabelle Mason. dedicated, and committed students and our staff and an Olyvia Krisko (honors), academic support for all our event that is truly celebrated Isabelle Mason, Darrien students. When our students by all. Congratulations to McLeod, Ryan Mitchell, reach their goals, it is indeed the Class of 2022!

Riley Neal, Jordan O’Keefe, a wonderful moment.

Graduates included: Marlene Paintiff, Larissa As director of this pro- Jaxson Beaulieu (honors), Paquette, Caleb Pray, gram, graduation is indeed Christian Brown, Jessica Azrael Price, Faith Revels, the proudest moment I feel Charron, Rylen Edwards, Sarah Rowe, Alyssa Silvia, all year — it’s a culmination Tavyn Hazelton, Breannon Edward Smith and Braxton of a lot of hard work for our Jackson, Lilly Kelley, Wilemon.

SAD 61 Food Service Department is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin,

sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.

Meals will be provided Monday through Friday at the sites and times as follows:

Summer meals return to SAD 61 • Stevens Brook Elementary School, Bridgton — June 20 to Aug. 19; breakfast 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

• Sawyer Circle Housing,

STUDENT COUNCIL STACKERS included Rising Seniors Olivia England, Taylor Spearrin, Samantha Donahue, Rising Junior Lexie Cricones, and Rising Sophomore Delania Grover. can donate their bottles they maintain and apple ers, annual Red Cross to their trip,” trip orga- pies made to order for Blood Drives and helpnizer and LRHS teacher Thanksgiving. ing the Town of Naples Ann Bragdon said. “Large The teachers who work refinishing the Causeway amounts of bottles can be with Student Council are benches. They will be arranged to be picked up.” Ann Bragdon and Jessica planting shade trees they Hannaford Bridgton Daggett. This service trip raised funds to purchase, clink bottles will feature complements much of the in front of the high school the student council service service Student Council this fall. trip this July and August does at and for the high Students are seekfor anyone who wants to school. They take on the ing more wood stacking donate there. annual Pumpkin Day at jobs. To set this up, or When the school year the high school, helping have returnable bottles begins numerous fundrais- Camp Sunshine, put on a picked up, please e-mail ers are planned includ- holiday party yearly for ann.bragdo@lakeregioning returnable bottle bins Stevens Brook first grad- schools.org

Bridgton — June 27 to Aug. 19; lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Naples Town Beach — June 27 to Aug. 19; breakfast 8 to 8:30 a.m., lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Casco Community Park— June 27 to Aug. 19, lunch from 12 to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Bridgton Recreation — June 20 to Aug. 19; breakfast 8 to 9 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Lake Region High School — July 5 to Aug. 4; Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, breakfast 8 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

• Highland Lake Beach, Bridgton — July 5 to Aug. 19; lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Youth camps

Lake Region High School • Boys’ Basketball summer youth camp, July 18-21, 9 to 11 a.m. for Grades 3-9.

• Girls’ Basketball summer youth camp, Aug. 1-4, 9 to 11 a.m. at LRHS gym.

• Field Hockey summer youth camp July 25, 27, 29, Grades 7-12, 8 to 11 a.m.; Grades 1-6, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Continuations

Joins BN staff as sales executive

Denmark Mountain Hikers and a foggy day at the summit of Sentinel Mountain. (Photo by Allen Crabtree)

Senior Rambles

(Continued from Page 8C) Sentinel Mountain in Carroll County, Ossipee, NH Difficulty – Easy Trail distance – 1.0 miles to summit Hiking time – 45 minutes to an hour to the summit Elevation – 1,680 feet Vertical gain – 805 feet Coordinates – 43° 44’ 17” N 71° 13’ 31” W Topographic Maps – USGS Tuftonboro 7.5-minute quad/ 44.10567; -71.094 Directions to the trailhead: From Denmark, go west on the Brownfield Road to Brownfield and go south on Route 160 to Kezar Falls. Turn west (right) on Route 25 and continue to Center Ossipee, driving under Route 16 (it runs north-and-south just east of the Center Ossipee village). Turn left at the first intersection and shortly thereafter turn right onto Main Street.

In the center of the Center Ossipee village bear left across the railroad tracks on Moultonville Road (west) toward Little Dan Hole Pond. At about 1.5 miles at Dorrs Corner, the road splits — take the right fork onto Valley Road. Go for 1.7 miles and look for a sign for Terrance Pines Campground — take the right fork and go 0.4 miles further to the trailhead is up a short side road to the right.

There is a red gate and limited parking for a very few cars at the trail head. If you get to the campground you’ve gone too far.

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The Bridgton News welcomes new sales executive Samantha Berke of Waterford.

Long-time sales representative Eric Gulbrandsen of Lovell retired last month after 30-plus years of service at The News.

“We thank Eric for his dedicated and committed service to the newspaper and his clients. He was invaluable in keeping the BN’s infrastructure up and running, while also stepping forward without being asked to do the little jobs at the office that kept the operation moving forward,” said Publisher

Casco (Continued from Page 6A) a year. People ought to know what this will cost,” he said.

“You are taking work from some contractor that spent a lot of money doing the roads in Casco. I don’t think it is a good deal,” Shane said.

The crowd voted, 32-321.

“As a result of a tie, the motion fails,” Moderator Rick Sykes said.

During the course of the evening, the handheld voting devices were not functioning with the computer software. After Warrant Article 25, which had three amendments, the moderator

Wayne Rivet. “We wish Eric and his family good health and a well-deserved retirement!”

Berke brings a varied work history to The News, primarily customerservice based positions.

She earned a master of science in Healthcare Administration and bachelor of science in Health Science from Purdue University Global in Lewiston. She also earned an associate’s degree in Applied Science in Medical Assisting from Kaplan University in South Portland.

“We are very excited to add Sami to our staff. She

brings a positive energy to our office and fresh ideas to assist our advertisers in reaching our readership,” Rivet said. “Sami enjoys meeting new people and looks forward to working with area businesses in finding the best approach to reach customers.”

Samantha and her husband, Erich, have a daughter, Vienna.

When asked to describe herself, she responded, “Detailed oriented and dedicated to my work.”

Samantha has already reached out to a number of Lake Region area business regarding advertising. She can be reached

at 647-2851 or 393-7336 or e-mail at bnewsads@ roadrunner.com

suggested switching back to hand-raising as the method of voting.

The budgetary items passed. Town Manager Ward explained the he had moved all the benefits and health insurance into one account instead of putting that cost under each department. That was a major change in how the budget was presented.

A resident in the audience stepped to the microphone and said she would have liked additional paperwork on the budget instead of it presented only as Warrant Articles. She asked about previous years’ costs. She said she did not know what she was voting for when it came the budget warrant articles.

Ward thanked the woman for her comment, saying

it will help the town staff improve the process in the future.

Later, Shane and others said the school district mailed the budget to resident and Casco should do the same.

Residents passed three ordinances and one amendment.

The vote was 31-26 to adopt a Marijuana Ordinance, which will allow two rec-

reational-use stores and one medical marijuana dispensary in town.

Also, the town adopted a Short-Term Rental Ordinance, requiring residents to register with town before renting out homes to vacationers.

The people passed an ordinance that banned water extraction from public bodies of water.

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(Continued from Page 6A) for disposing of disabled solar panels and other equipment.

Casco Town Manager Anthony “Tony” Ward spoke on the subject.

“Historically, solar panels’ life expectancy is 45 years, not 25,” he said. “There would be no town funds put upfront. In 6 years, the town has the option to purchase.”

Resident Rae-Anne Nguyen asked if it was necessary to adopting a solar energy ordinance.

“Does the town have an ordinance that discussed solar? Does this allow the select-board to create an ordinance,” Nguyen said.

Ward said the selectmen or the planning board could draft an ordinance in the future.

“Should an ordinance be in place before we vote on this,” Nguyen asked.

Ward said that solar farms have already been approved, and were being installed in town without a solar energy ordinance in place.

anything else,” Dilley concluded.

Resident Pam Edwards stepped to the microphone.

“I would like to speak in favor of this. We should think of the future,” she said.

“I have lived off the grid for more than 25 years with solar panels. They’re great. They do last 40 years. I also agree this is a great use for this land. It is not taking land out of productive use. It’s a great site to put that on,” Edwards said.

Just prior to the vote, Selectman Robert MacDonald shared his thoughts.

“The selectboard and myself have spent a lot of time on this. We talked to Revision a lot to get the best deal.

There will be a maintenance agreement included,” he said.

“I don’t want that solar farm over there to be the Rob MacDonald follies,” he said.

He estimated there would be about $40,000 a year of savings on the electric bill, which would pretty much pay off the town’s annual electric bill.

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(Continued from Page 9A) • Track & Field summer youth camp, Aug. 1-12, Monday-Friday, 9 to 11 a.m.

Athletic Director Paul True reported that registration forms will be available at local Rec Departments.

Fryeburg Academy Athletic Director John Gordon reported that the Academy will not be offering summer youth camps this summer, but will return in the future.

Resident Stan Buchanan, who also serves on the Casco Planning Board, spoke.

“We are putting the cart before the horse,” he said. “Some solar companies are doing this on a much larger scale and we could buy into it. The infrastructure is not quite set up; and that has put the brakes on a lot of solar power.

We should think about this carefully.

Twenty-five years is long time.”

Peg Dilley spoke in favor of the location. “Our mounds and mounds of trash are green hills that we cannot put anything on. We cannot build on it. It cannot be used for anything else,” she said.

The fact that the transfer station is close to power lines could mean there is way to transfer the electricity generated, she said.

“In Europe, in a lot of parts, they are not struggling because of the solar arrays,” she said.

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Opinion & Comment

June 23, 2022, The Bridgton News, Page 1B

Independent Thought

by Rev. Robert Plaisted Guest Columnist

Never smile at a crocodile

“Never smile at a crocodile. No, you can’t get friendly with a crocodile. Don’t be taken in by his welcome grin.

He’s imagining how well you’d fit within his skin.”

That’s the opening of Jack Lawrence’s comical lyrics in the musical Peter Pan. But this column isn’t primarily about crocodiles, fascinating as they are. It’s about humans, who often act as violently as crocs, but for much less cause. Crocodiles are violent because of their instincts. Crocs kill to live. Humans are violent by choice.

We kill just because we can.

I have no quarrel with crocodiles. There are predators and prey in the balance of nature. Crocs are predators.

They fulfill their role in the natural order. When Sue and I were in South Africa in 2014, we saw crocodiles most every day. We photographed one massive lunker — 12 to 15 feet long — sunning itself on a sandbar below the bridge where we were standing. That old fella definitely was “croc of the walk.” We respected his space; he respected ours, and we got along fine.

I have a big quarrel with crocodilian people, who look like humans but act like crocodiles. Crocodiles kill the food they need to live. That’s natural. Crocodilian people kill anyone or anything they choose. That’s nihilistic.

Never try to appease crocodilian people. We found that out with Vladimir Putin. First, he takes your arm, then your leg, and finally your life. Neville Chamberlain learned the same lesson in 1938, when he tried to negotiate with Adolf Hitler in Munich. His successor, Winston Churchill, later commented, “You were given the choice between war and dishonor. You chose dishonor, and you will have war.”

Today, crocodilian people are attacking our constitutional republic with a vengeance, leaving their space and invading ours. We’re about halfway through the Jan. 6 hearings. They’ve already produced mountains of sworn depositions and direct testimony — courtroom-level evidence. It shows that MAGA-GUY and his enablers aren’t just a snake pit of liars and con men. They’re hardcore criminals and seditious insurrectionists. There was no fraud in the 2020 election. President Biden was elected fair and square. But MAGA conspirators raised millions by fundraising off that Big Lie. Then, they planned and incited a seditious conspiracy to overthrow our constitutional government and remain in office by fraud and violence.

By the time the hearings are finished, it will be clear to all Americans that, judged purely by the evidence, the ringleaders of the MAGA movement are guilty of an organized attempt to overturn the 2020 presidential election by illegal means. The Justice Department is working on appropriate criminal charges right now. There may well be indictments before the mid-term election in November.

Voters soon will have to decide whether they will elect candidates who are under indictment or even in prison.

That decision shouldn’t be difficult.

Today’s Republican Party has devolved into a nest of crocodiles, a gang of shameless, unrepentant lawbreakers. These crocodilian insurrectionists have been gnawing away at our constitutional democracy for years — a nibble here, a mouthful there. It’s as if that 15-foot croc had moved off its sandbar, jumped onto the bridge, and attacked us. It will devour our nation if we let it. So, listen up, MAGA-CULT! Just because you right-wing zealots can do blatantly illegal acts, that doesn’t mean you’ll get away with them.

I have no desire to see the kind of dog-eat-dog nation these guys have in mind. I don’t want to live in a country where I can’t walk into a church, grocery store, or school without wondering if I’m going to my death. I don’t want to live in a country where I can’t be sure my vote will be counted honestly, where losing political candidates won’t admit they lost, where elections end up decided by courts that I can’t trust to judge fairly. That’s where we’re headed, unless we change course pretty damn quick. Americans shouldn’t smile at these crocodiles any longer.

Rev. Robert Plaisted is a retired United Methodist clergyman, formerly of Bridgton, now residing in Bath.

SUMMER IS OFFICIALLY HERE — Curious canoe cargo, from smile-ly to snacky to scary displayed on Main Street in Bridgton.

(Photo by Suzanne Richard)

Return of the beautiful singer

A few days ago, when we were walking through our back yard, we heard a beautiful bird song. Although I can recognize some of the more common bird sounds in our neighborhood, I knew this singer was not one of our local year-round residents. It was an American Redstart, a bird who had migrated thousands of miles to Maine, to nest here and raise a family.

Like many summer visitors to this area, Redstarts arrive in May, and by September they will be heading south again. These tiny Warblers come here only to breed and raise their family, and after they have accomplished that they will fly thousands of miles to the neotropics, their true home, somewhere in the Caribbean, Central America, or even the northern part of South America.

American Redstarts are small birds, only about five inches long, who make their living during the breeding season by gleaning insects from leaves, or grabbing them in the air with the aid of specialized, bristle-like feathers around the mouth that help them catch flying insects. The male is a gorgeous creature, glossy black above, and white below, with bright orange patches on his sides, wings, and tail. When perched, he often fans his tail feathers and spreads his wings, flashing his bright orange feathers, perhaps as a way to startle prey. His habit of flicking tail and wings has earned him the name candelita, or little torch, in

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Cuba, and mariposa, or butterfly, in the rest of the tropics, according to Hal H. Harrison, author of Wood Warblers’ World.

The female has the same color pattern as the male, but instead of black, orange, and white, she is gray-olive above with white below, and the patches on her sides, wings, and tail are yellow. Several years ago, when an immature male Redstart visited our yard, we thought it was a female, but then we learned that the young males do not acquire their black and orange plumage until their second autumn. In their first spring, it is easy to confuse them with females, since the only difference is that young males have a few blackish specks on the throat.

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Tomatoes: Potential problems

As a youngster, I remember my chuckling when my mother came inside after looking at the garden each day and reported how many tomato flowers she had counted on the plants. When she was able to pick the first red tomato, it was saved to place in a salad for our supper.

I learned quickly how wonderful the taste is of a homegrown tomato.

When I returned home to Maine to teach at the University of New England, I decided it was time to plant some tomatoes myself. I was renting a home and so I purchased some raised beds and placed them on the deck. I did a little research about varieties of tomatoes and off to the greenhouse I went. I placed the tiny plants in a soilless mixture and watered and waited. I smiled when I saw the yellow flowers bloom to signal where the tomatoes would grow. And, yes, I admit it… I counted the tomato blossoms. The first year the bounty was terrific. The second year was when I began to learn about some of the problems that can occur on the tomato plant. I purchased gardening books and searched the Internet when I observed a symptom. I continued to learn during my Master Gardener Volunteer classes, and I have concluded that successful tomato growing requires attention to provide the optimal environment, (watering, nutrients, and exposure to sun) to

Letters Keeping it they way it should be

To The Editor: I would like to take a moment to thank voters who helped preserve the Naples we have all come to love.

Question 3 would have drastically altered the neighborhood we enjoy. Keeping the land in the rural zone permits the 25-seat restaurant to continue and provides the much-needed buffer for the neighbors who abut the land.

Further, comments have been made that those of us opposed don’t live in the neighboring houses full time.

And while some of this is true, we do own, maintain, enjoy and pay property taxes.

To say you don’t even live here full time is a knee jerk statement and shows the opposition is not open minded or willing to work toward PRETTY PEONIES flowering in Mary’s Garden, located the intersection of Main a peaceful outcome.

Street and Highland Road in Bridgton.

(Photo by Paula Rubinow)

Down the Garden Path

by Nancy Donovan, Ph.D., PT Master Gardener Volunteer result in a successful harvest of quality tomatoes.

Unfortunately, I sometimes learned the hard way that there are diseases that can result in a decrease in quantity and quality of the tomatoes available for my salads, burgers, sandwiches, sauces, etc. Following are some of the problems that may be avoided with careful attention to growing practices. The highlighted problems were chosen from the list (pictures included) on the website: https:// www.maine.gov/dacf/php/gotpests/diseases/tomato-problems Fungal diseases Early Blight is caused by the fungus Alternaria solani and is common in Maine. The spores are known to germiTOMATOES, Page 3B It’s frustrating to own property, but be unable to vote on local issues. But that’s the way it is and we accept that. I believe we ran an honest and professional campaign outlining the negatives and appealing to this who can vote, to vote as though they lived in our homes. The majority of the voters showed that when they cast their votes.

So, thank you. Thank you for keeping our neighborhood a tranquil and peaceful place for us to come relax and enjoy.

As they say: Maine, the way life should be.

Leo J. Saidnawey, Representing 1140 Roosevelt Trail Naples

Do it right

To The Editor: Words to live by: Do it once, do it right.

Do last things first, that way you will make it out the door on time.

Inch by inch, it’s a cinch.

— Robert Schuller (19262018) Robert Casimiro, Sage of Bridgton

Lay it to rest

To The Editor: What exactly is “misceneration?” In a nutshell, I refer to the manic preoccupation of the roughly 65 million who didn’t vote for the winner — sorry kids! — of the last presidential contest two-odd years ago and for which the third and hopefully final impeachment will once and for all be laid to rest regardless of the issuance of any pending indictments the Justice Department’s attorneys undoubtedly will not prosecute.

And why? Because that’s as far as it will go and Merrick Garland does not want to go down in history as the first partisan Attorney General to indict a former president, albeit for numerous crimes and those that the Jan. 6th Committee is laying right under his nose and the noses, ears and eyes of the U.S. public, even the aforementioned blinkered 65 million.

Nor does he have much appetite to end up with a LETTERS, Page 2B

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Opinions

Selectmen and Poundkeepers

Howdy neighbor!

Well now, were you at Town Meeting last week? I sure hope I saw you there; I’d say we had one of the best showings in years, though that’s complicated somewhat on account of the last two years where we haven’t had one at all. But perhaps because of this delay, this year’s meeting seemed all the finer — O what a glorious return it was!

Just like old times; the assembled crowd rising to points of order, the town officials advising all in a row, some with tearful completions of long terms of public service, others fresh with the thrill of victory and ready for inauguration, working as a public body to ask questions and debate over each warrant article proposed. It was a beautiful sight, which The News and LRTV were present to make record of for all who missed it. Why if you squinted at the donut table just right, to me it even looked just like that bygone Election Cake of yore. I counted 94 live bodies at our Annual Meeting, which is very encouraging, but let’s hope to see that number double for next year, shall we?

Especially given the uplifting results of the referendum ballot of the day before, in which the merits of this beloved institution won out; I commend the wisdom of our readers in upholding our Annual Town Meeting, and not turning away from a custom which has defined New England and helped ensure the strength of our civic bodies.

As has been done in our town since its incorporation in 1794, so did we again gather last Wednesday to complete such civic duties we have held there in our dear old Town Hall since 1870, for that one time of the year in which the citizens themselves stand as a legislative body, to deliberate, debate, and vote upon issues of public concern. Now some years, admittedly this one, the articles to be considered were slight and of little contention, but in my view, it would be shortsighted to take such instances as indicating the entire practice is not worth doing, for after all one need not go back very far at all to recall years when issues on the Town Warrant were of such importance that we packed the Town Hall to capacity.

I’m sure many of our older readers will remember the lively Atomic Waste debates of the 80s, and those meetings of the early 2000s relating to zoning, which went on so long they were adjourned to the next day. In years soon to come, we may have to debate issues of grave public importance in which all will be invested, and at those times, it would be imprudent to find ourselves denied the opportunity to do so. So, I again applaud my fellow sons and daughters of Bridgton for standing together in the maintenance of our traditions.

Now this is not to say of course that the practice cannot be refined; indeed, I appreciated Selectman Bear

Zaidman’s efforts to speed us along during the meeting, and I am greatly interested in the news that Naples is adopting electric hand-held buzzers to aid in bringing their meetings into the 21st century. Such creative outlooks as these, if focused with a mind toward improving and not eliminating this system of civic engagement, will — I am certain — continue to increase its practice and support in the years to come. I will say also that we made record time in getting through the meeting; I was afterwards driving through Casco at 8:35, and all their citizens were still assembled at Town Meeting!

Today’s column, despite this lengthy introduction, is not on the subject of Annual Meeting, but rather concerns a now vanished local tradition whose information only lately came into our hands. In the olden days, when just about every household was a farm, sometime animals would get loose and wander up into the village. Wayward sheep, lost cows, curious piglets strayed from their sty; all would need to be rounded up and kept somewhere. The man who did this, who previously would have sat in company with the selectmen and other town officers at Annual Meetings, was called the Poundkeeper, and his responsibility was to keep animals from wandering around. When he caught them, they were to be taken to a public enclosure called the Pound, where they would be ‘impounded’ until their owners came to retrieve them and paid the costs associated with catching and feeding them. In the days of the first settlers, this pound was a small wooden enclosure of logs and fencing, and it multiple sources attest, it stood in the vicinity of what is now the Town Beach, roughly opposite Kramer’s Landing near the corner of Kennard Street, where the parking area now is.

But by 1830, the old structure had fallen into disrepair, and the selectmen decided to contract for its replacement by a large stone structure, with walls seven feet high and five feet thick at the base. This monument was maintained until the early 1880s when it was at last torn down and used for foundations after the job was deemed no longer necessary. Even so, the public office of Poundkeeper

and maiming of celebrations and celebrant members of the LBGTQ community, a la Charlottesville 2017, “Some very fine people on both (Continued from Page 1B) sides.” hole in his head like Bobby Jon St. Laurent Kennedy, who some time ago North Bridgton did indeed indict racketeers.

Misceneration is a derogatory alt-right term for the sin-of-all-sins, the inter-racial intercourse between a black man and a white woman.

And ask yourself with all honesty, isn’t it really just that convoluted, even in To The Editor: By the time this is publily-white Maine? Our forelished, the election to the fathers and the framers of the Constitution subscribed Sebago School Committee wholeheartedly to this racist will be history. Win or lose, construct and kept the non- the past couple of months white well away from white, have been very enlighteven if it required deadly force ening as myself and other (lynchings and burnings) and concerned citizens tried to bogus Jim Crow laws and help a young mother of four ordinances, some of which bring sunlight into the darkwere still on the books in my ened corners of the School very own lifetime. Can some- Committee’s policy making.

When threatened, the one explain the unexplainable to me? Why an “Uncle national and state level of the Ben” Clarence Thomas black establishment circle the wagSupreme Court justice, who ons, batten down the hatchis married to a white racist es, and cancel anyone who insurrectionist (who openly has the audacity to question involved herself in the presi- their orthodoxy. Dissenters dential coup on Jan. 6, 2021) are reviled, mocked, and voted against black minority told to shut up and sit down. poll access enshrined in the Otherwise productive citi1964-65 Voting rights Act in zens are caught up in the Shelby v Holder eight years moment, lose their sense of fair play, decorum, manners, ago?

I pen this on Juneteenth, or the ability to be reasona week after alt-right insur- able. The process becomes rectionists were apprehended the end justifying the means in three American cities host- and anything goes as long as it destroys the enemy and IN LOVE with lilacs: The lilac flowers that bloomed in ing Gay Pride celebrations, protects the established order.

May are still lovely enough in June as is proven by a whose homophobic/racist Whatever happened to the intent was the disruption of visit from this small pollinator. (De Busk Photo) liberal mantra: “I disapprove

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by Michael Davis BHS Assistant Director continued to be an elected position until around 1900, becoming something of a town honor bestowed on worthy citizens, typically historians. This old office, together with others such as Hog Reeve, Deer Reeve, Sealer of Weights and Measures, and Perambulator of Lines may sound outlandish today, but these were once noble and worthy offices and it is often a shame how little historical data survives to tell of them.

This was formerly true of the old Pound as well, until very recently when an anonymous gift was left on the doorstep of the Bridgton Historical Society, containing among other things a bundle of papers which proved to be a transcript of the 1830 deed ordering the creation of the stone pound. I am pleased to share it here; “Articles of Agreement made & concluded the twenty third day of October, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred & thirty, by and between Theodore Ingalls, Asa Ingalls 2nd, and George W. Cushman, Selectmen of Bridgton, on one part, and Benjamin Walker of Bridgton aforesaid, on the other part – Witness, That the Said Benjamin Walker for the consideration hereafter named hath agreed and doth hereby covenant & agree that he will build or cause to be built a good & sufficient pound; to complete and finish said pound by the fifteenth day of May next which will be in the year A.D. 1831; said pound to be forty feet square on the outside; to be built of stone; the walls to be seven feet in height, five feet & [a] half thick at the bottom and two feet thick on the top, with a stick of hewn timber, one foot square, on top of said pound, well locked & fastened at the corners; with a good wooden gate four feet wide, and seven feet long, made of stout joist or timber & planked, SELECTMEN, Page 3B of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it,” (Evelyn Beatrice Hall).

Unfortunately for our town of Sebago, the education establishment has channeled the dehumanizing tactics of the national establishments. An unrelenting effort to cancel Mrs. Karwowski has taken place at the School Committee meetings and on the Sebago Community Bulletin Board. Could this “cancel at all costs” of Mrs. Karwowski stem from her asking questions about the reason that the Committee didn’t reach out to the parents and the community before including behavioral modification programs in the school curriculum?

What is it about the SEL programs that would make a School Committee comprised of people, who claim dedication to the education of our children, become so unhinged that the Committee would use tactics right out of Saul Alinsky’s Rules for Radicals” against a fellow citizen. A mother whose child has become uncommunicative since attending pre-K and asked the Committee how come? I can’t imagine what would cause such blind, unreasoning fear of a question? Particularly if the SEL program is as good and as beneficial to all children as the School Committee members say it is.

No answer will be reached until the School Committee sits down in public and talks

to parents and the Sebago community, without phony time limits, planted agitators, and a format designed to inhibit discussion. True outreach to parents and the community with no barriers to a two-way flow of information.

Parents, on the whole are not as ignorant as the education establishment assumes they are.

Jock MacGregor Sebago

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To The Editor: Thanks to all Harrison residents who voted for me as a candidate for the Board of Selectmen.

During the past several weeks, a member of the Board has issued weekly letters to the editor that contained misleading and often inaccurate information. The focus of those letters was first, bashing of the other four Board members for submitting a budget that he disagreed with. The budget calendar schedule is essentially the same every year as he well knows since he has been a selectman for several years.

At no time did he reveal the fact that he scheduled an extensive vacation during the budget process.

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(Continued from Page 2B) ting a budget for the residents of Harrison to vote on.

His second major issue of concern was that two budget meetings were cancelled.

Each year, the budget calendar includes a contingency date in the event of last-minute items that might need to be considered. It has always been deemed unnecessary and cancelled. You might want to ask him about his conduct at

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the second meeting that resulted in the decision of the acting Town Manager to cancel the meeting minutes before it was scheduled to start.

He has never apologized for that misconduct.

His actions were predicated by the fact that the author of the letters has had a longstanding vendetta against two town employees, and decided to advocate for chaos to vent his frustrations.

There was a second individual who decided to enter into the fray, our state representative. In all his social media postings and public com-

sporum. It only attacks certain tomato cultivars. The first symptoms occur when the plant begins to mature. The lower leaves turn yellow and is followed by leaf and stem wilting. The plant is stunted and little to no fruit may develop. The fungus is in the soil or in an infected plant.

There is no cure, and the plant must be destroyed. The best way to avoid it is to plant resistant varieties which are identified by the letter “F” following the name.

Bacterial diseases Bacterial spot is caused by the bacteria Xanthomonas campestria. It starts as tiny blisters and continues to develop as very small brown/black circular lesions on the leaves and stems that appear water soaked. The bacteria cause defoliation and can result in sun-scalding of the tomato. Ultimately, it will affect the quantity and quality of the tomatoes.

Bacterial canker is caused by the bacteria Clavibacter michiganensis. It is characterized by raised white spots with a dark center and white halos that turn brown. The leaves turn brown at the edges and then they die. The lesions on the tomato are described as brown lesions with white halos. In an article written by Dan Egel from the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service on June 15, 2022, it was reported that the spots are often called “bird’s eye spots.”

Environmental or Physiological Problems/Stresses Blossom end rot is caused by a calcium deficiency in the tomato tissue that is related to variability in moisture for the plant. It can also be caused by an excess of nitrogen fertilizer. It can be identified by indented or sunken brown/ black spots at the bottom end of the tomato. To prevent it, it is recommended that tomatoes be grown in well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.

In the literature, it is generally recommended that tomato plants be provided with daily water (including the rain) for a total of 1.5 to 2 inches of water each week.

Tomatoes should be watered in the morning and slowly.

The best way to water is with a drip hose or drip irrigation. Again, water at the base of the plant, not at the top.

The way to test whether a plant needs to be watered is to use index finger to test whether the top layer of soil (1-2 inches) is dry. If so, then the plant needs to be watered.

If the tomatoes are in a container, the plant may require watering twice each day.

Sunscald is caused by too much exposure to direct sun.

It can be identified by white shiny/blistered areas on the tomato that progresses to pale yellow to blackened areas and finally the tomato will rot. The sun-scalded tomato is also susceptible to other diseases. If there is decreased foliage on the plant, it can be covered with a shade cloth.

Fruit cracking is caused by rapid growth of the tomato due to wide variability of watering. Again, a consistent watering pattern/schedule is helpful.

It can be disheartening to have a disappointing harvest of tomatoes that may have been prevented with good cultural practices outlined in the section about Early Blight above. Good cultural practices will provide the most optimal environment for plant growth. If you believe you have provided good cultural practices for your tomatoes, but you still have a problem with the quantity or quality of the tomatoes, never hesitate to contact the Cooperative Extension Service for your county (Cumberland phone is 207-781-6099; Oxford phone is 207-743-6329). The service has staff that can identify the problem and recommend potential treatments.

For this summer, my hope is that each of you that have planted tomatoes have too many blossoms to count. I was thinking that I should purchase one of those attendance clicker counters so that I can ensure a more accurate count.

Then, I should purchase a notebook to record each plant variety and the number of blossoms on each plant. Perhaps, we could have a competition among friends. Now, I wonder if perhaps my mother is looking down upon me and thinking “that poor woman… what did I do to her?” My thought is that it makes me chuckle when I count.

WHAT DO YOU THINK? Steven Needham of Bridgton points out some of the flowers in the garden at his residence to visitor Maurice Castonguay of Harpswell.

Needham, a professional gardener, takes pride in beautifying the small garden at his South High Street residence (Photo by Bob Casimiro).

Return of the beautiful singer

(Continued from Page 1B) Earlier this spring, when I was with a group of birders at the Bob Dunning Memorial Bridge in Pondicherry Park, we saw a pair of American Redstarts. The male was chasing after flying insects, and the female was busy building a pretty little cup shaped nest. She was inside the nest, wriggling around inside it to make sure it was the right shape and size to hold the eggs she would lay there. Since Redstarts are often found in moist habitats, near water, among mixed deciduous shrubs and trees, streamside in the Park offered the perfect habitat for them.

The bird we heard singing in our back yard a few days ago was well hidden among the leaves and branches in a grove of trees. Redstarts can sing several kinds of songs, but most, according to www.allaboutbirds.org, are thin and high-pitched, often with an accented note or phrase at the end. Their song can resemble the wee-see wee-see wee-see song of the Black-and-white Warbler, or occasionally the songs of some other birds. This time, though, the bird in our yard was singing tsee tsee tsee tsee-o, with emphasis on the final syllables. A moment later, a male American Redstart appeared, confirming that he was the singer.

It is not easy to learn bird songs, and having an ments, he never disclosed that for re-election as our State American Redstart in the yard only adds to that challenge. his sole source of information Representative. What a great This beautiful warbler, though, with his varied songs, is was the above cited Board campaign theme to be able to one of my favorites, so I welcome the challenge. member. The four remaining state that I helped the Town Board members were never of Harrison recover from fiscontacted to discuss his ques- cal chaos and oh, by the way, tions and concerns. He did I was complicit in advocatnot attend the public hear- ing for that chaos. Are these ing to educate himself. He the attributes of the individupublicly proclaimed that he al you want to represent you did not know how to vote in Augusta?

(Continued from Page 2B) because the Board did not On Tuesday, June 14, make any recommendations. 2022 several budget warrant with stone posts set three feet in the ground & seven feet I believe that any reasonable articles did not pass. The fis- out of it, said gate to be hung with iron hinges with bolts or person would conclude that cal chaos that the town now shafts passing through said posts and keyed with iron; with when four Board members faces is real and has im- a good lock and its appendages for fastening the gate; all vote to submit warrant budget mediate and long-range fi- to be done in a good, substantial & workmanlike manner, items, they are obviously sup- nancial ramifications. The by the fifteenth day of May aforesaid – And the said Theodore Ingalls, Asa Ingalls 2nd, and porting the articles. town office will be closed While promoting fiscal on July 1, 2022 if a bud- George W. Cushman Selectmen of the town or their chaos, for weeks, he offered get for Administration and successors do hereby covenant and agree that, on said his assistance to the Town Code Enforcement/ Assessor Benjamin Walker’s producing satisfactory evidence of Manager to come up with a is not approved. Despite as- having completed said pound at the time and in the manner contingency plan to rectify surances from the two indi- as aforesaid, they will give him the said Walker an order the situation. He is running viduals promoting chaos, the on the Treasurer of said town of Bridgton, ordering said Treasurer to pay him in good current money the sum of LETTERS, Page 4B thirty four dollars and fifty cents on demand – To the true and faithful performance of the several Full service garage covenants and agreements aforesaid the parties aforesaid offering knowledge, to hereby respectively bind themselves, their executors, skills and services on administrators & successors, each to [the] other his execuanything from your tors, administrators, and successors, in the penal sum of daily drivers, hot rods, one hundred dollars – heavy duty and diesel; In testimony whereof they have hereunto interchangeto fleet work, custom ably set their hands and seals the day and year above as first written. Signed, sealed & delivered in presence of me, exhaust, lifts, speed, Jonathan Seavey. and high performance.

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(Continued from Page 1B) nate at warmer temperatures of 80-85 degrees F. The spores can get onto plants by water, wind, insects, humans, and tools. The spores can also overwinter in soil and seeds and become active for 1-3 years.

It is identified by small, brown, sunken spots on the older leaves and on the stem end of the tomato. There are 1 or 2 spots on each leaf that are approximately 1/4 to 1/2 inch in diameter and characterized by tan centers with concentric rings and yellow halos. The leaves turn yellow and dry up. The fungus is usually seen after the plants have set the fruit. The conditions that can result in this fungus include warm and wet weather. Gardening cultural practices that may prevent this problem include: • Use only seeds or seedlings that are disease-free and from a trusted source.

• Destroy infected plant debris. Do not place in compost.

• Rotate where the tomatoes are planted every 3-4 years.

• Allow for good air circulation by spacing tomatoes plants according to instructions (can vary from 1-3 feet apart) and prune the bottom leaves so that none touch the soil.

• Prune infected leaves to decrease new infections and sterilize the pruning tool after each use, even between plants. You can sterilize the pruning tool by spraying, or dipping the tool, in 70% isopropyl alcohol and wiping it dry.

• Avoid wetting the foliage. Water at the base of the plant.

• Ensure proper nutrition of plants. Fertilize at intervals determined by the product you use.

• Choose disease-resistant varieties. A good source for assisting the choice of plants can be found at a Cornell University website. To view the options, you can search for “Cornell University vegetables disease resistant tomatoes.”

Septoria leaf spot is caused by the fungus Septoria lycopersici and, again, is common in Maine. It usually appears in early to mid-August when the foliage is the most dense, which results in decreased air movement. It is also most active when the outside temperature is 68 to 77 degrees F, and the humidity is high (up to 100%) for 48 hours. The spores can be transmitted in the same ways as for Early blight. The fungus can be identified by very small (1/8-inch diameter) circular lesions with dark edges and tan to gray centers with tiny black or brown speckles in the lesions. The fungus causes the leaves to turn yellow, die and fall off. While it begins on the lower leaves after the first fruit is set, it will continue up the stem to result in total defoliation. The defoliation exposes the tomatoes to sunscald. Preventive/treatment measures are the same as for Early blight.

Anthracnose is caused by the fungus Colletotrichum coccodes. It is identified by indented/sunken circular lesions and is most common on ripe and overripe fruits.

The circular lesions may develop concentric rings and black specks. Incidence occurs with moist weather and the spores are spread by rain splashing up onto the plant. The gardening practices outlined above may deter this fungus.

Late Blight is caused by the fungus Phytophthora infestans. It begins as pale green areas at the tips of the leaves and progresses to brown/purple/black with a water-soaked or greasy appearance. There can be white fuzz under the leaves with high humidity. The fungus does not live in the soil and so it originates from infected seedlings, or it can be blown in by the wind from infected areas/gardens.

Cool and moist and humid weather with overcast sky and temperature in range of 60s to 80s degrees F provide favorable conditions for the fungus to grow. Late blight can progress quickly and results in the death of all leaves and stems within 14 days and destruction of the tomatoes.

All plant material must be destroyed. There is a YouTube presentation titled, “Identifying Late Blight” that has been available since June 3, 2022.

Fusarium Wilt is caused by the fungus Fusarium oxy-

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(Continued from Page 3B) town cannot move forward.

The Town cannot collect taxes, pay town employees and vendors without an approved budget. No, we cannot just

revert to last year’s budget as this individual is professing.

The town has sent a message to our underpaid and clearly dedicated individuals that they are not necessary. There is a theory called the “Law of unintended consequences.” Examples occur far too often from state

Obituaries Robert F. Bailey A graveside service for Robert F. Bailey of Casco/Woolwich, who passed away on Nov. 12, 2021, will be held on Sunday, June 26 at 12 p.m. at Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove Avenue, Bath.

Arrangements are by Daigle Funeral Home, 819 High Street, Bath.

David W. Eldridge Graveside Services Graveside services for David W. Eldridge, 83, of Naples who died on Jan. 6, 2022, will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, July 2 at the Lakeside Cemetery in Casco Village. www.hallfuneralhome.net.

Robert J. Gallagher Robert John (Gig) Gallagher passed peacefully May 6, 2022, at his home in Florida with his loving wife by his side. He was 93 years young.

He leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Patricia Straw Jones Gallagher and a large blended family: daughter Kathryn and husband Stephen Crook, daughter Linda and husband Richard Smith, Sandra and her husband Robert Hussey, and Lauren Bunker. Bob also leaves behind three stepchildren that he helped bring up as his own: Laurie and her husband Thomas Doody, Oakley Jones and wife Kelly Jo Jones, Kyle Jones and fiancée Darlene Smith. Also, fifteen loving grandchildren and 12 beautiful great-grandbabies and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Edward J. Gallagher and Lucie Mae Shay, and two brothers Edward and Richard.

Bob was born in Boston, Mass., and raised in Quincy, Mass., where he attended North Quincy High School and went on to graduate from Boston College with a bachelor of arts in business administration and accounting.

Bob’s parents did not have the $300 that was needed for him to start Boston College. His dad suggested he join the Army and calculated all the benefits for him. On Monday morning Bob was at the recruiting office. In March of 1948 Robert J. Gallagher was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army Medical Detachment and the 772 Military Police Battalion.

Bob grew up in a sailing family in Walliston, Mass. Following in his grandfather’s and father’s footsteps he joined the Squantum Yacht Club at the age of eighteen and became a lifelong member. He was fourteen when he bought his first boat with money he saved from his magazine and paper route.

He and his father rebuilt it so he could join the racing fleet with his brothers Ed and Dick. The Gallagher brothers were well known to the Yacht Club racing circuit.

Bob was an avid skier, joining the Old Colony Ski Club in North Woodstock, N.H. at an early age. He was captain of the B.C. Ski Team, and skied many of the mountains of the U.S., Canada and Europe. But his favorite was Wildcat Mt. in New Hampshire, where he and his family had lifetime passes. Gig, as he was affectionately called, skied until he was 86.

In later years, after retirement from the Sisters of St. Joseph in Boston, and financial administrative assistant, he and his wife enjoyed many years sailing and living aboard their sailboat and then switching to motor coaching in their diesel pusher seeing a great deal of the United States, golfing all the way. They finally settled in Florida at Travelers Rest Resort to enjoy community living and golfing.

A memorial graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at the Pine Grove Cemetery in his beloved town of Fryeburg. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your favorite charity in Bob’s name. Arrangements are in the care of the Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road in Casco. Condolences and tributes may be shared with Gig’s family at www.hallfuneralhome.net.

and federal legislation that is passed and a few months later, someone realizes that — OOPS! I did not know that would happen. Think about small matters like registering your car, licensing your vehicles. The list is endless. So, now instead of paying staff appropriate wag-

es, especially with inflation not experienced in decades, we are going to spend nearly the same amount of money for attorneys to help us out of this mess. I would rather see my property tax dollars paid to town employees who will then in turn spend a significant amount in the local

Clifford L. Colby Jr. SOUTH PARIS — Clifford L. Colby Jr., 87, of Casco, formerly of Cumberland, died Saturday evening, June 4, 2022, at the Maine Veterans Home in South Paris.

He was born on Nov. 6, 1934, in Portland, Maine, a son of Clifford L. and Fleda (Coulthard) Colby Sr. He attended Portland schools and went on to serve both in the U.S. Navy (1952-1962) and as a Chief Radioman the U.S. Coast Guard (1962 to 1972). He was proud to have served on the USS Iowa during the Korean Conflict and after.

After retiring from a 20-year military career, Clifford had a successful and varied career in real estate, banking, and business ownership. He retired in 1999 after serving as the president of First Deposit National Bank in Tilton, N.H. He enjoyed movies, woodworking, and other projects in his workshop. A few of his woodworking projects were donated and are still displayed at the Bow, N.H. Methodist Church and the Naples, Maine, Methodist Church. Clifford was a member of VFW and Kiwanis; also volunteered with the Jacksonville, Fla. Fire Department while stationed there.

Clifford is loved by his wife, Beverly (Brown) Colby, whom he married on November 12, 1955, in South Portland; children, Nita and her husband, Jim McCarthy of Portland, Susan Brown and her husband, Paul of Raymond; Clifford III and wife, Andrea of Ormond Beach, Fla., and David and his wife, Carrie Anne of Bronxville, N.Y. And his grandchildren: Paul III, Stephanie, Spencer, Tiffany, Carolyn, Campbell and Mackenzie as well as six great-grandchildren; siblings Goldie Bundy of Otisfield, Robin and Shawn Betterly of Bangor. He was predeceased by brothers Thomas of Cumberland and William of Freeport and a sister Donna Goodreau.

A memorial service for Clifford will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022, at the Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road in Casco. Burial will be held at a later date. Condolences and tributes may be shared at www.hallfuneralhome.net.

Priscilla M. Crosby SOUTH PARIS — Priscilla M. Crosby, 94, departed from this world on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

Priscilla was born in Norway on May 16, 1928, the daughter of William H. and Georgie F. (Frost) McDaniels. Priscilla attended local schools and worked in the Bridgton area at various restaurants, including the Tea Room, serving food and bringing smiles prior to working with her husband at Country Crosby Motel and Cottages. In her later years, Priscilla volunteered at both Responsible Pet Care and Stephen’s Memorial Hospital and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Priscilla was passionate about music and dancing and was always cooking up something delicious in her kitchen. Priscilla loved life, wanted to always be near her family, and loved giving to all. In the last few months of her life, Priscilla was fond of the short car trips she took around the area with her granddaughter Southern.

Priscilla is survived by her son, Gregory L. Crosby, and his wife Vicki; her daughter, Kelly L. Branch, and her husband Trey; two granddaughters, Southern Dotson and her partner Cody J. Pratt, and Tobi J. Crosby; and three great-grandchildren, Theo and Mazlyn Pratt and Persephone Crosby-Kobos.

Apart from all the friends and family Priscilla’s life was blessed with, she is also survived by two special nieces that were of great support to her: DeDe McAllister and Sally Brown.

A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, June 24, 2022, at Norway Pine Grove Cemetery on Main Street in South Paris for those who would like to attend. To share memories with the family please go to www.oxfordhillsfuneralservices. com. Arrangements are under the care of Oxford Hills Funeral Services, 1037 Maine Street in Oxford and flowers can be accepted at the funeral home.

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The code enforcement/assessing budget was also defeated. Here we are again with the law of unintended consequences. No new building permits will be issued.

New construction results in new revenues for the town.

Gone. What about those of you who have projects in progress. No inspections, no

Michael J. Macut Michael J. Macut Jr., 41, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Bridgton Hospital.

He was born Jan. 31, 1981, in Norfolk, Va., a son of Michael and Elizabeth (Allen) Macut. Michael was a self-employed carpenter who taught himself the trade. He enjoyed all things outdoors. Michael was exceptional at anything he did. He truly loved his family.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving mother, Elizabeth; father Michael Macut; his children Branden, Trinity and Evan, whom he loved very much; his sister Angelic Macut and her family; his loving aunt, who he lived with for many years.

In keeping with Michael’s wishes, all services are at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations in Michael’s memory to defer funeral costs through the funeral home. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton.

To make an online condolence please visit www.chandlerfunerals.com

Donald C. Chandler 1936-2022

Donald Carlisle Chandler Jr. passed away during the night on June 15, 2022, in the care of Bay Square Memory Care at Yarmouth with end-stage Parkinson’s disease. The son of Donald and Mary (Sweetser) Chandler of New Gloucester, Donnie was born March 13, 1936, in Portland Maine. He drove his first tractor at the age of 12, when tractors were delivered via railroad. He graduated from New Gloucester High School in 1954, and joined The Oliver Stores in New Gloucester, a branch opened by his father; he worked for The Oliver Stores for a total of eight years, including briefly in Farmington and finally the North Fryeburg store.

Around 1962, Donnie opened the Lovell Village Garage (at the intersection of Rt. 5 and 93), originally a car repair shop and gas station, which became a central community gathering point for the guys in town to engage in storytelling, share and get the news, and exchange opinions. Over time Donnie transitioned to working more and more on farm equipment, his true vocational love. He made many a “field call,” near and far, to help farmers with broken hay bailers and other equipment, and over the years became unique in his knowledge and skill working on much of this equipment.

Donnie married Judie Sylvester (now DeMayo) in 1964, and in 1967 their daughter Susan (“Sue”) was born. After their marriage ended, Donnie met and in 1980 married Lynne (Gardner) Botty, and Donnie and Sue moved from Swain Road in Lovell to Corn Shop Road in Fryeburg.

Donnie was a longtime member of the Maine Antique Tractor Club, and also ran the Tractor Show on Tuesdays at the Fryeburg Fair for many years. He participated in and took many blue ribbons in tractor shows at Fryeburg, Cumberland, and other fairs. Not one for much of a vacation, Donnie and Lynne enjoyed traveling for farm equipment auctions and shows for business and personal enjoyment, and made many friends along the way.

Although most people retire in their 60s, Donnie didn’t feel the need. He closed the garage around 2010 and relocated the business to his home garage where he continued his work until spring, 2021. His work was his hobby, and while he scaled back a few hours a week over the decades, Donnie dressed in his work uniform and went into the garage every day, five to six days a week, to tinker on this or that.

A classic son of Maine, he was a man of few words, and known for kindness, patience, fairness, and a very dry sense of humor.

Donnie is survived by Lynne Chandler of Fryeburg, Sue Chandler of Westwood, Mass., his sister Mary Alice (Chandler) Clark and her husband Jim of New Gloucester, and their children Chandler, Beth, Jenn, and Alicia.

Memorial donations may be made to Owl’s Head Transportation Museum (www.owlshead.org), DOVE (Domestic Violence Ended) (www.dovema.org) in Quincy, Mass., Maine Parkinson’s Society (https://maineparkinsonsociety.org/), or the philanthropy of your choice.

A private burial was held at the Lower (New) Gloucester Cemetery on June 20. A Memorial Celebration of Donnie’s life will be held on Sunday, July 10 at 2 p.m. at The Old Saco Inn & Bistro (125 Old Saco Lane, www.oldsacoinn. com) in Fryeburg. Friends are invited to attend and encouraged to wear Oliver or antique tractor t-shirts; John Deere will be frowned upon.

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Actions to protect democracy

“The threats became much more specific, much more graphic, and included not just me by name but included members of my family…”

This is how Al Schmidt, the former City Commissioner of Philadelphia and a Republican member of the election board, described the intimidation he faced during and after the 2020 election.

He’s not alone. Nearly one in five local election officials say they are likely to leave their jobs before the 2024 Presidential election, according to a recent Brennan Center survey. Many cite threats as the reason for their departure.

The Jan. 6th Committee is showing us how fragile our democracy is. Our trust in each other and in our institutions is waning — in both parties. Norms of peaceful, inclusive democratic activity are being eroded, as we see from reports about professional election officials being intimidated.

This doesn’t have to continue. We can act now to protect our democracy, at a minimum, taking a stance against politically motivated violence. This is an important line to hold. Even the threat of violence chills democracy.

People grow reluctant to speak about issues, voters are afraid to cast ballots, good people are deterred from running for office.

Fortunately, there are many ways we can protect our democracy, without spending any money or investing a lot of time.

We can start by working from the outside to protect our election infrastructure. We can reach out to our local level election officials to find out what support they need. Many are volunteers struggling with threats to their safety, a deluge of misinformation, and partisan pressure.

Do they need help combating misinformation, equipment or training, or protection by law enforcement?

We can also work with state and county officials and law enforcement to make sure they are upholding norms of respectful, nonviolent democratic participation. With a

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(Continued from Page 4B) er rate, one third remain the same, and one third result in increases in valuation. Is it comforting to know that two-thirds of the properties in town will continue to pay more than their fair share of property taxes?

The warrant article that asked voters if they wished to continue with a secret ballot was also defeated. I respect the fact that residents prefer an open town meeting format where they can ask questions and make comments. A little history here is in order. The last three open town meetings held had an attendance of 50, 35, and 30 participants including the Board and the

Moderator. The number of votes by secret ballot on June 14 exceeded 500. What is a more democratic representation 50, 35, or 30 voters or 500 plus. Think about it.

It’s encouraging to see residents engaged and invested in the town. We all share a common goal: to make Harrison a great place to live. I hope that in the future, more people will make a point to attend town meetings, read the meeting notes, and call to speak to the Select Board members and town manager when you have questions or concerns.

Knowledge is power. The more time residents take to learn what is actually happening, and why, the stronger the future of our town.

Ray Laplante Harrison

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by Melinda Burrell National Association for Community Mediation Board Member

letter, tweet, or a petition, we can ask officials to publicly pledge to count every vote and respect the will of voters.

Speak Up Now got Oregon Governor Kate Brown to make such a commitment using nothing more than the comment function on the governor’s website. Similarly, we can ask law enforcement to publicly pledge to protect voters, election officials, and peaceful protesters.

We can also work with candidates. We can urge all candidates in our local races to pledge not to use hate

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by Wim Laven, Ph.D. Political Science and Conflict Resolution

Can we start dealing with gun violence?

It was an ordinary Valentine’s Day four years ago when my class was interrupted by incoming news of an active shooter in a Florida high school. On Feb. 14, 2018, a 19-year-old opened fire on students and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., but the impacts were far reaching indeed.

More than a thousand miles away the breaking news just before our class started, “17 Dead in School Shooting,” was unavoidable. As a class, we pivoted to the current event, we shared stories, and I did my best to make a teachable moment out of the horror.

I shared with students about my experiences with gun violence. In 2017, I watched a live stream as a gunman opened fire onto a Las Vegas concert crowd. Friends at the concert were in harm’s way, two of the nicest people I know were hit and luckily survived, and with the sometimes horrifying miracles of modern technology I was watching it in real time.

When I shared, they did as well and collectively it was replete: we had been on hitlists; we had hidden behind furniture and in closets during shooting events; we had known people shot and killed.

The commonality of this persistent epidemic of preventable violence is why March for our Lives featured events in 400 U.S. cities on June 11.

There are always choices in how we (individually or collectively) proceed. I can repeat the well-known

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or inciting speech. Leaders’ messaging matters, so we should hold our leaders to standards of democratic speech.

Another crucial way to protect our democracy is from the inside, as poll workers. We can sign up to be poll workers, and recruit friends and family. Poll workers help voters check in, understand their ballots, and cast their vote. Fewer poll workers mean fewer polling places or polling places that run more slowly, another democracy drain. I’ve found this work fulfilling, and others do as well. As a young woman at my early voting center said to me this week, “It’s been fun — helping all regardless of their party or beliefs. I know everyone is as passionate about their vote as I am about mine, and I like making sure every vote counts.”

She enjoys performing a civic duty. We all can — and our democracy needs us.

Melinda Burrell, PhD, @MelindaCBurrell, syndicated

by PeaceVoice, was a humanitarian aid worker and now trains on the neuroscience of communication and conflict. She is on the board of the National Association for Community Mediation, which offers resources on crossdivide engagement. science on guns and violence or ugly conclusions like: people in the United States are 20 times more likely to die of gun violence than those of other developed nations (Australia, France, the United Kingdom (excluding Northern Ireland), Israel, South Korea, Japan, Norway, Poland and Slovenia).

I have seen guns in my classrooms after Georgia made their version of concealed carry legal on college and university campuses.

Very painful is the apology survivors of the Columbine High School shooting (1999) made to the survivors of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (2018): “We’re sorry we couldn’t stop it.”

There are some signs for encouragement. There is broad partisan agreement for some gun policy proposals, like red flag laws enabling removal of guns from people deemed a danger, requiring background checks for purchases made at gun shows, and opposition to concealed carry without a permit.

Unimaginably, however, common sense gun legislation with bipartisan approval continues to fail. At some point, the people must be prepared to take the power back into their own hands.

The net result from all these years of mass shootings and gun violence has been ineffective thoughts and prayers. Not one wake-up call has been answered, no matter how innocent the victims were. It is time that the people recognized the call to collective action. This is a power that can be employed when the state ignores and refuses to act on behalf of its citizens — “the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”

It is time the people used their First Amendment rights to put an end to the deaths enabled by the Second Amendment. Like Jeff Tiedrich wrote with bitter sarcasm, “Well-Regulated Militia Opens Fire In Robb Elementary School in Uvalde TX,” the supreme stupidity of the outcomes of our gun policies must change.

Any politician failing to vote for common sense gun laws should not be re-elected. Period. This our responsibility to track and act.

It is time for the bleeding to stop; it is time to apply direct pressure … until bleeding stops.

Wim Laven, Ph.D., syndicated by PeaceVoice, teaches courses in political science and conflict resolution.

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Public Hearings

Town of Sweden SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

The Harrison Planning Board will have a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at 6 p.m. at the Harrison Town Office, 20 Front Street, Harrison, regarding a Site Plan Review Application for a new business submitted by Teresa Pattle (at The Block, Main Street) Tax Map 45 Lot 157 and a New Subdivision Application (Kelsie Rae) submitted by James Shaw, on Map 8 Lot 3 (Naples/Buck Road).

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The Town of Sweden will hold a Special Town Meeting on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 9 a.m. at the Town Meeting House.

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This week’s puzzle theme:

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ACROSS 1. Cutting the mustard 5. French vineyard 8. Expression of satisfaction 11. Chicago’s Navy ____ 12. Not that 13. Lock horns 15. Sound of pride 16. Tom Hanks’ character had this in “Philadelphia” 17. Dre’s headphones 18. *Handheld firework 20. Eurozone money 21. Chinese weight units 22. Campaigned 23. *Popular July Fourth salad 26. Ltd 30. A in I.P.A. 31. Type of embellished surface 34. Dunking treat 35. Potato state 37. Type of poem 38. Rabbit trap 39. “I, Claudius” role 40. As much as necessary 42. Opposite of trans- in chemistry 43. Bring into servitude 45. *Bottle ____ 47. Ill temper 48. Olive branch 50. Campaign worker 52. *Declaration signer

55. Extinct Italic language 56. Forsaken or desolate 57. Rumpelstiltskin’s weaver 59. Between Egypt and Algeria 60. Heed 61. At the summit 62. Beaver’s construction 63. “I Thee ____” 64. *Liberty Bell did it to mark Declaration reading DOWN 1. Calendar abbr.

2. Life stories, for short 3. Faith jump?

4. Misprints 5. *Cooler purpose 6. *Fair attractions 7. CCCP, in English 8. Lab culture 9. Type of pilot 10. “For ____ a jolly ...”

12. Hit 80’s song “____ ____ Me” 13. Crosswise, on deck 14. *Popular type of July Fourth gathering 19. Two to one, e.g.

22. Antonym of keep 23. *”Common Sense” author 24. *Like the days of 1776 25. Crocodile ones are insincere

26. Place, in French 27. Race course 28. Causing fear 29. “That thou ____, do quickly” 32. Like a certain ranger 33. Fuss 36. *4th of July, e.g.

38. Sudden upset 40. The night before 41. Dad’s mom 44. Gladiators’ battlefield 46. Cold storage 48. Space exploration mission 49. Dog-____ pages

50. “Heat of the Moment” band 51. Intercontinental ballistic missile 52. Opposite of ebb

53. I, to a Greek 54. High part of day 55. Like Methuselah 58. Fuel economy acronym

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Friday, June 24 to Sunday, June 26 35th Annual Rod and Kustom Kruisers Run, Fryeburg Fairgrounds. Hot rods, camping and DJ all weekend. 2 p.m., Friday ice cream run and barbecue; Saturday NSRA inspections, pot luck and poker run, ‘Rod & Jousting,’ dancing. For more information, contact Don Rowe, 346-6611.

Saturday, June 25 Pancake breakfast.

American Legion Post 67 will be holding a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Bridgton Community Center.

Strawberry Festival at Nathaniel Hawthorne’s Boyhood Home in Raymond (40 Hawthorne Road) at 6 p.m. Featuring a very special discussion by Loon Lessons author, scientist, naturalist, and educator James Paruk on the Common Loon.

Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children aged 8 and under, with reservations at Hawthorne@Maine.

RR.com Strawberry Shortcake Saturday Night Supper at Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Menu: baked beans, delicious casseroles, crisp salads, rolls and butter, beverages, and fresh strawberry shortcakes! $10 for adults, and $5 for children ages 8 and under. The church is located at 941 Meadow Road in Casco. For more information, call 207-627-4282.

Open Mic Night will be held 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell. For more information: www.hobbslibrary.org or call 925-3177.

Blow Out Yard Sale at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Bridgton (42 Sweden Road), 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds go to community outreach.

Sunday, June 26 Walking Tour. Join the Sebago Historical Society for a Walking Tour of Pink Street, in the Sebago Village District affected by the proposed quarry project. Meet at the Spaulding Memorial

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Library at 2 p.m. for a presentation about the area and then, rain or shine, walk along Pink Street (Baldwin Road) for a guided tour. The library is located at 282 Sebago Road (Route 114). FMI 787-2321.

Pancake breakfast. The Harrison Lions will be having an all-you-can-eat pancake (blueberry, chocolate chip or plain), French toast, sausage, juice and coffee breakfast from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at Long Lake Park (next to the Village Tie Up).

Carolyn Currie, folksinger, free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair).

In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Tuesday, June 28 St. Joseph Food Pantry from 10 a.m. to noon, at the church (225 South High Street, Bridgton). All are welcome. Masks are required (will be provided if you don’t have one).

Public supper at the North Waterford Congregational Church, Route 35 across from Melby’s Market, 5 to 6 p.m. Cost: $12. Menu: Baked beans, chop suey, coleslaw, brown bread, rolls and gingerbread.

Harrison Climate Action Group will meet at the Caswell Conservancy Center (Main Street) at 6 p.m. This is a non-partisan group. Masks are encouraged. Interested but unable to attend? Join Facebook group (Harrison Maine Climate Action) or e-mail Andrea at harrisonmaineclimateaction@gmail. com Thursday, June 30 John Waldie will perform at 7 p.m. at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts on Christian Hill Road (just off Route 5) in Lovell. Tickets are available at the door: adults $10, children 12 and under $5. Refreshments will be served. For more information, go to www.lovellbrickchurch.org or call 207-9251500.

Tom Rebmann & Friends, 6 p.m., Bear Mountain Music

Hall, South Waterford, donation at the door.

Sunday, July 3 Kids Fun Run/Walk, Stevens Brook Elementary School in Bridgton at 4:30 p.m. Registration 3:30-4:30 at Memorial School, Depot Street. Benefits Children’s Room at the Bridgton Library.

Craft and Vendor Fair at Stevens Brook Elementary School, Bridgton, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fireworks at Stevens Brook Elementary School, Bridgton, 9 p.m.

Preston & Curry (country and 70s classics), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair). In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Monday, July 4 4th of July Parade, Town of Denmark, 10 a.m. Theme, “Under the Sea/On the Lake.”

Parade lines up at 9:30 a.m. at Public Works Building, will go up Bull Ring Road and end at the Town Office.

4th of July Parade, Town of Fryeburg, 10 a.m., Line up at 9:30 a.m. at American Legion Hall on Bradley Street; parade to Main Street, Portland Street, Pine Street.

4th of July Parade, Town of Bridgton, noon. Theme: 5 Seasons in Maine — Winter, Fall, Spring, Summer & Mud. Line up at Hancock Lumber no later than 11:15 a.m.

Fourth of July in Waterford, 7:30 a.m. breakfast, Farmers’ Market, parade, duck race raffle and book sale.

Thursday, July 7 Waterford Historical Society will host its annual summertime music program from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Dance Hall on the Waterford World’s Fairgrounds in North Waterford. The musical performance, descriptive talk,

and traditional contra dance will feature Greg Boardman and Friends, well-known traditional music performers, back by popular demand! The event is free, and the public is enthusiastically invited to attend.

Saturday, July 9 Harrison Community Fair, to benefit Christmas in Harrison and Harrison Rec programs. Events throughout the village of Harrison. Food trucks, live music, local artisans, games and races, duck race, fireworks.

Saturday-Sunday, July 9-10 Chickadee Quilters’ 41st Annual Quilt Show in Bridgton, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The show includes quilt exhibits, demonstrations, vendors, yard sale, chickadee auction, and café. The show is located at the Stevens Brook Elementary School on Route 302 in Bridgton. For more information contact chickadeequiltersme@gmail. com Sunday, July 10 Truth About Daisies (folk/ pop), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair).

In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Thursday, July 14 Ken & Laurie Turley, 6 p.m., Bear Mountain Music Hall, South Waterford, donation at the door.

Friday-Saturday, July 15-16 43rd Annual Sebago Days, family fun and entertainment, behind Sebago Elementary School; Friday, car show, beano, talent show; Saturday, yard sale, 5K run/ walk (8 a.m.), grand parade (10 a.m. “Four Seasons”), Lions lobster/chicken barbecue (5-6:30), fireworks (about 9:30).

Sunday, July 17 Mill Town Road Show (country/Americana), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair). In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Sunday, July 24 Cribstoners (blue grass), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair). In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Thursday, July 28 Muffin Tops, children’s program, Shellie Leger and Steven Moore, 6 p.m., Bear Mountain Music Hall, South Waterford, donation at the door.

Thursday-Saturday, July 28-30 87th Annual Casco Days, Casco Days Park, Route 121.

Thursday, fireworks 9:30; Friday, chicken barbecue 5 p.m., children’s parade 7 p.m.; Saturday, pancake

breakfast 8 to 11 a.m., road race 9:30 a.m., grand parade 2 p.m., community supper 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 31 Brian Curtis, Johnson & Allen (60s, 70s, 80s), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair). In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Sunday, August 7 Preston & Curry (country/70s classics), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair). In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

Thursday, August 11 Peaceful Means, Heather Pierson & Leah Boyd, 6 p.m., Bear Mountain Music Hall, South Waterford, donation at the door.

Saturday, August 13 Allies for Autism ATV Ride, hosted by Pulpit Rock Trail Blazah’s ATV Club, Abby Road, Stoneham, registration 8 to 10 a.m., contact Linda (207) 776-9090 or Marcia (207) 890-6403.

Sunday, August 14 Delta Knights Band (all occasions), free Sunday Summer Concert, 6 p.m., Naples Village Green (bring a chair). In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby Naples Methodist Church.

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Consulting – Design Residential/Commercial/Industrial CLEANING SERVICES Route 302, Bridgton Decorating – Aging in Place Oberg Agency Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire 647-3668 cpas@maine.com (12/22x) Residential, Business, Lake Shore Servicemaster Bridgton 207-647-5012 (6/22x) www.UniversalDesignzMaine.com 207-754-0730 (12/22x) Property Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office ATTORNEYS 132 Main St., Bridgton J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 (12/22x) OIL DEALERS 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 (12/22x) Residential - Commercial - Industrial Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service RUBBISH SERVICE Dead River Co. Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA TLC Home Maintenance Co. Bridgton 647-9435 (12/22x) Range & Fuel Oil 110 Portland St., Fryeburg, ME 04037 Professional Cleaning and ABC Rubbish Oil Burner Service 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Property Management Weekly Pick-up R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton (12/22x) Container Service (12/22x) Housekeeping and much more 24 hour Emergency Service Tel. 743-5417 (TF) 583-4314 (12/22x) Residential & Commercial PAINTING CONTRACTORS Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 (6/22x) Worsters Rubbish Removal 132 Main St. – P.O. Box 10, COMPUTERS Redo Properties.com Trash hauling Bridgton, ME 04009 Docks – Demolition “AWARD WINNING” FLOORING 647-8360 (12/22x) Naples Computer Services Snowplowing/Sanding Interior/Exterior painting & repairs PC repair/upgrades – on-site service Harrison 207-583-6914 (6/22x) Local, experienced & professional Hastings Law Office Virus and spy-ware removal Bolsters Decorating Center Call/text 207-693-4663 (Home) (12/22x) 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Home and business networking Carpet – vinyl – ceramic SELF-STORAGE Fryeburg, ME 04037 Video security systems Always free decorating consulting Webber Painting & Restoration Bridgton Storage 935-2061 www.hastingsmalia.com 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 693-3746 (6/22x) bolsters@megalink.net Interior/exterior painting & repairs 409 Portland Rd. (6/22x) 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202 Waterfront specialists – Free estimates 28 units & 4000’ open barn DENTAL SERVICES (6/22x) Fully insured – References 207-831-8354 Bridgton 272-8085 (6/22x) CHIMNEY LINING

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Lions’ Year-end Banquet In his opening remarks at the year-end Bridgton Lions Club dinner, King Lion John Schuettinger welcomed the gathered Lions and guests to the “last supper.” Having enjoyed cheese, crackers and punch followed by the usual opening ceremonies the club settled in for a delightful repass provided by Jackie, the club caterer.

After a summary of his extended two-year term due

to the COVID lockdown, president John gave highlights of service projects and grants that were extended during his term. At the close of his remarks, incoming president Bob Hatch presented Schuettinger with a plaque in honor of his unprecedented service.

Long-time treasurer Bruce Jones was also presented a plaque for his 33 years of faithful service to the

Bridgton club.

Next on the agenda was the special presentation of two Melvin Jones Fellows to past presidents Cliff Tuchon and Ernie Fields. The MJF is Lions International highest award presented for exceptional service and/or leadership; and is named for the founder of Lions Clubs Melvin Jones in 1917. The fellowships are made available LIONS, Page 10B

WELCOME TO ANOTHER SEASON — On Friday, June 10, the Rufus Porter Museum welcomed over 70 volunteers, trustees, donors, and community members to a gathering underneath a tent on the Museum’s campus. Guests enjoyed music

by Christine Rogers and Vanessa Jones and refreshments from Stella’s on the Square, as well as the official announcement of the Raise the Rufus! Campaign by Fundraising Committee Chairperson Judy Graham.

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In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, both oils, the ginger and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss with the salad right before serving; top with sesame seeds.

The Bridgton Farmers’ Market has moved outdoors for its 27th summer season! The market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon, through Oct. 29 on The Green behind Renys on Depot Street in Bridgton.

If you bring your dog, please maintain a short leash and control over your animal. Thank you!

For a full list of vendors and information on ordering visit at https://www.facebook.com/BridgtonFarmersMarket/ or contact BFM at bridgtonfarmersmarket.me@gmail.com BFM accepts credit cards and EBT. See you there!

HARRISON — Harrison resident Mike Dunn, member of Center for an Ecology-Based Economy’s Board of Stewards, will present “Electrify Everything” on Monday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. at Harrison Village Library.

Mike will explore the top seven things you can do to not only dramatically cut your carbon emissions, but also stabilize and reduce your energy expenses. A Q and A opportunity will follow. For more information, please contact the library at 583-2970.

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By Nancy Tripp Bridgton Farmers’ Market It is summer and the first peas of the season are available at our market now. Crisp, fresh snow peas are a very welcomed addition to early summer menus.

While always a favorite, lightly steamed or sautéed, I love to use them raw, sliced lengthwise or at a diagonal in almost any salad that I make.

A bowl of fresh green summer lettuce topped with raw snow peas, scallions and sliced strawberries is an easy salad that offers a crisp snap and a fruity sweetness that is appealing to the eye. Dress this lightly with extra virgin olive oil and a spritz of rice wine vinegar or swing by Tasteful Things and pick up a special balsamic vinegar to add to your salad.

Not ready to freewheel? Here is a lovely salad that uses veggies available now and adds protein in the form of a lightly steamed shrimp. I think you will enjoy this recipe as an elegant lunch or a simple supper.

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The Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity welcomed trustees, volunteers, and community members to celebrate the beginning of its 18th operating season, and to publicly announce its Raise the Rufus!

Capital Campaign.

The Raise the Rufus! Campaign will fund the construction of a post-and-beam barn structure on the Museum’s campus, which will house and display the Museum’s collection of over 30 nineteenth-century landscape murals. They will have a home while transforming the Museum into a unique opportunity where visitors can experience the full effects of 360-degree 19th century landscape murals. The new building will also provide much-needed areas for programs and community involvement. The Museum’s current campus does not offer space for large gatherings and will allow the Museum to provide more programs, classes, children’s activities, and events while also creating a space that the community can use for meetings and events.

Thanks to the generosity of local sup-

Left photo: longtime treasurer Bruce Jones received a plaque for his 33-years of Lions service. Right photo: Melvin Jones Fellow Ernie Field (left) is presented a porters, the Campaign has already raised plaque by K.L. John Schuettinger. over $1 million dollars, more than half of the $1.9-million-dollar goal. It was also announced at the public kickoff event that an anonymous donor is offering a $100,000 matching donation.

“Announcing the public kick-off of our Raise the Rufus! Capital Campaign has required a lot of hard work and perseverSt. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Bridgton will hold a ance,” said Executive Director, Karla Leandri Tag/Garage/Yard Sale on Saturday, June 25.

Rider. “We would not be where we are Vendors, crafters and garage salers are invited to rent today without the generosity of our donors, table (10-by-10) space — $10 for one or $15 for two. the dedication of our Capital Campaign Reserve by calling 603-694-2070. The church is located Committee in raising the funds, and the at 42 Sweden Road. creativity and knowledge of our Building Design Committee. We are very excited to be working on such an important project that CASCO — The Casco Village Church, United will benefit the entire community.”

Church of Christ is hosting its annual “Strawberry Interested in donating? Visit the Shortcake Saturday Night Supper” on Saturday, June Museum website to learn more and to find 25 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. This month’s dinner will feature our pledge form. baked beans, delicious casseroles, crisp salads, rolls and The Rufus Porter Museum of Art and butter, beverages, and fresh strawberry shortcakes! It’s Ingenuity is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Incoming Lions President all for only $10 for adults, and $5 for children ages 8 and under. The church is located at 941 Meadow Road in Oct. 8.

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Entertainment &Arts

Acoustic folk music at Dragonfly Barn Sunday The HAYLOFT at Dragonfly Barn presents an evening of acoustic folk music by Antje Duvekot this Sunday, June 26 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

There are some artists that make you stop whatever you were doing, to lock in and listen to that certain timber in their voice, or the magic of their delivery. It may be the cadence, or the unusual perspective of that last lyric, but the fact is, they have you.

Antje Duvekot has fearlessly transcribed the world around her, weaving in her personal experiences, to create songs that transport you or bring you to a completely new point of view. She has earned her place as a celebrated singer-songwriter, awarded the prestigious, Kerrville “New Folk” Award and the Boston Music Award for “Outstanding Folk Act,” two of the top prizes in the singer songwriter world.

Her first album was voted #1 Folk Release of 2006 by the Boston Globe and was named to the Top 10 Releases of the Year by

CAROLINE COTTER AND JASON SPOONER are the next performers for the Music on Main free concert on Saturday, June 25 from 6-9 p.m.

Free Music on Main

ANTJE DUVEKOT takes the stage playing acoustic folk music by this Sunday, June 26 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

NPR’s Folk Alley. She has released three more albums since then, and continues to awe and inspire, sharing her journey.

“Duvekot has gotten hotter, faster than any local songwriter in recent memory. Her songs feel at once fresh faced and firmly rooted, driven by the whispery sensuality of her voice. She believes in the redemptive power of the shared secret; and is utterly unafraid to mine the darkest corners of her life for songs that turn

fear into resilience and isolation into community,” — The Boston Globe.

“Antje’s songs are stunning paintings of color and shade; and always generate the heat and light that real art should,” — Neil Dorfsman, Producer of Dylan, Springsteen and Sting.

For tickets, go to www. hayloftatdragonfly.com The HAYLOFT at Dragonfly Barn is located at Sanborns Grove Road in Bridgton.

‘Piano Man’ at Brick Church

LOVELL — John Waldie, the “piano man,” will offer an interactive evening of piano, singing, stories, trivia and more at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts in Lovell on Thursday, June 30.

John Waldie hails from suburban Philadelphia, Pa., where he was director of Music Ministries at the Ridley Park Presbyterian Church for more than 25 years. John was also director of the Ridley Community Chorus for nearly 20 years.

A retired letter carrier, he moved with his family to the Mount Washington Valley in 2011 and now works as a freelance musician, accompanist, coach, substitute teacher, show and choral director. He is also the director of music at First Congregational Church in Fryeburg.

John has accompanied singers, choral

groups, and other musicians all over Mount Washington Valley and now it is his turn to show his incredible talent as front man covering a variety of Billy Joel and pop tunes. John’s talent and sense of humor shines through in all his performances. This promises to be an entertaining and interactive evening of piano, singing, stories, trivia and more.

The John Waldie concert will be held Thursday, June 30 at 7 p.m.at the Lovell Brick Church for the Performing Arts on Christian Hill Road in Lovell. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information call 207-925-1500 or go to the BCPA Facebook page or website at www. lovellbrickchurch.org

Music on Main returns this Saturday, June 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 144 Main Street in Bridgton featuring Jason Spooner and Caroline Cotter.

The outdoor concert is free, and will include food trucks and beer garden.

Jason Spooner is a Portland-based songwriter, guitarist and producer, who has been a visible and respected presence on the northeastern and national live music circuits for close to two decades. Spooner has expanded his musical horizons significantly over the course of five studio releases.

With a captivating soprano voice and award-winning songwriting, Caroline Cotter’s songs take listeners all over the world and into the depths of the human heart. Since her debut album, Dreaming as I Do, released and reached #5 on the Folk DJ Charts in 2015.

Icon Magazine writes, “Her well-constructed songs bring to mind the early work of Mary Chapin Carpenter.”

“My music is my honest expression of myself, reaching out to a world who I hope to connect with. There are a few songs that are one take, live with the band. No separa-

tions in the studio, just live in one room with bass, drums, electric guitar and me,” Cotter said. “American folk music filled our house, and was sung as lullabies to me. I remember as young as three sitting in the living room by myself, working the record player while sitting on the piano stool plunking out notes from the George Winston, Beach Boys, or Beatles record I was listening to. My favorite was Magical Mystery Tour.”

Cotter grew up in Providence, R.I., and attended college in Maine before setting off on what has become a global quest for adventure and education set to music and she’s not slowing down anytime soon. Since her 2015 release, Cotter has played over 800 shows in 45 states and 13 countries.

Up next in July will be two shows, July 2 featuring Catcha Vibe, B+ and Nettie Loops followed on July 23 with the Pete Kilpatrick Band and Matt Fournier.

Also on the Music on Main Saturday schedule: Don Campbell Band and Small Craft Advisory on Aug. 27; American Ride and Bryan Frates on Sept. 24; and Motor Booty Affair on Oct. 22.

Brazilian Choro at DAC

DENMARK — Denmark Arts Center presents Choro Louco-Brazilian Choro this Friday, June 24 at 7 p.m.

Brazilian Choro has been around for over a hundred years, but in this country it’s virtually unknown. David Grisman, Mike Marshall and a handful of others have helped introduce the music and the musicians to a larger audience, but it’s still largely under the radar of most music listeners.

Beautiful melodies, complex harmonies, and syncopated rhythms combine elements of European folk and classical, ragtime, jazz, Latin, and African music creating a style that is uniquely Brazilian.

Musicians include Nicole Rabata (flute), Carl Dimow (guitar, flute), David Newsam (7 and 8 string guitar, mandolin), Joel Eckhaus (cavaquinho, mandolin) and Eric LaPerna, (pandeiro).

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Summer Camps full of fun

DENMARK — Denmark Arts Center children’s camp has everything to offer this summer from batik to collage and mask-making to a Winnie the Pooh musical.

317 Main Community Music Center and the Town of Denmark has provided support for summer 2022 children’s programs. Camp offerings engage wee ones and family members with a sensory music and art. Last year, we started this camp focusing on newborns to sixyear-olds and their parents or kincare family.

Most of camps this summer engage children ages 7 to 14 years. Art camp highlights batik, lino/gelli prints and messy collage. This year, Denmark Arts Center is excited to have an original musical theater play written

by Mary Bastoni-Redmann about Winnie the Pooh and friends. Musical theater camp will work all week to perform this creative theater piece for friends and family at the end of the week on Saturday.

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will celebrate children with their Family Fun Days.

Unique and exciting Neveah Dance Circus will perform in Bicentennial park followed

by Molly Ockett Middle School’s original rock band KAJEMO. A crazy fun and funny theater troupe from Cambridge, Liars & Believers will teach a puppet, mask and improve camp and campers will be treated to a free performance of Yellow Bird Chase at Deertrees Theater in Harrison one evening during camp week. This wonderfully talented theater troupe has been invited to Edinburgh, Scotland to perform at the Fringe Festival as soon as camps close in Denmark.

To register go to www. denmarkarts.org/events and if you’ve questions e-mail at info@denmarkarts.org.

Art Camp Extraordinaire with Olivia Benish June 28-July 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Artists will experiment with a variety of materials, explore their creativity, and learn about contemporary and historical art-

ENJOY BEAUTIFUL MELODIES and complex harmonies of Choro Louco-Brazilian Choro at DAC this Friday, June 24 at 7 p.m.

DENMARK ARTS CENTER Children’s Camp kickoffs the summer season with Art Camp Extraordinaire with Olivia Benish, June 28-July 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ists. We will do a little bit a mad chase begins. Racing of everything from painting over land, across the sea, to sculpture and crafts. Ages: and through the air – battling 7-13. pirates, monsters, and terrible Puppet Camp with a pop songs – how far will our Twist July 13-15, 9 a.m. to heroes go? This is a PayNoon. This year, camp fea- What-You-Can show. tures masks and shadow Sensory Music Camp for puppetry. Campers learn pre-K with Kristine Pennell a variety of shadow pup- July 19-21, 10 to11:30 a.m. petry skills while making 317 Main-Little Roots will their own. Campers receive teach music for three days a free ticket to the perfor- exploring and fostering multimance of Yellow Bird Chase sensory and social emotional 4 p.m. at Deertrees Theater in learning. This is a parent and Harrison. Ages: 7-14 child experience and parents, Yellow Bird Chase- grandparents and kincare Family Fun Day Thursday, families are encouraged to July 14, 4 p.m. at Deertrees attend. Ages: birth-6.

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Summer Camps full of fun (Continued from Page 8B) July 23, 10 a.m. Pay What You Can. Come join the Dance Circus for an outdoor performance (unless it rains, then we are inside). Nevaeh Dance Circus show features all original choreography, hula hooping, juggling and more! Stay for Noon when KAJEMO of Molly Ockett School takes the stage featuring Kai Cannon-Steele on Bass Guitar; Asa Dickinson on Drums; John Callen on Trombone; Emmett Lounsbury on Trumpet;

Maks Bondarev on Baritone Horn; and Oren Monteith on Guitar.

Musical Theater Camp with Mary Bastoni July 25-29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A five-day workshop includes staging, character building, singing and movement and lots of fun! The class will put together a fully staged production with music and costumes on Saturday, July 30 with students arriving at 9 a.m. for a dress rehearsal.

Don’t miss this opportunity to shine! Ages 7 and up. Pack a

lunch and drink for each day.

Winnie the Pooh-Family Fun Day Saturday, July 30, 1 p.m. Pay What You Can. Musical Theater Camp will perform Winnie the Pooh, an adaptation written by Mary Bastoni-Rebmann based on the books of author A. A. Milne.

Dam Jam Revival with the Mallett Brothers Band Sunday, Aug. 28, 12 to 8 p.m.

It’s back with more family fun than ever! Our outdoor family festival with kid’s art, stilt-walkers, traditional

craft people, good music-as always, fun selection of food trucks, and an earlier time slot. Kids Area includes, the Fantabulous ArtVan-Keeping the arts rolling and Common Roots Studio, Neveah Dance Circus with hula-hoop making, stilt-walkers, and roaming artists! Kids can design their own tee-shirts, be a fly tier, make spin art, button making, hula-hoop making, and a chance to make your own instrument to join in with the music! Children’s readings every hour on the half hour

by Donna Seim. Traditional Crafts Area: Nature Crafts, Wildlife Creation-Wood Carving, Blacksmith, Fly Tying, Luthier, and Tear Cap Workshops Wood products.

Children 12 and under are free with an accompanied adult.

Recent rise in COVID cases and Oxford County at red alert masks are now required regardless of vaccination status. Always check website for updates on CDC alerts. DAC’s new HEPA air purifier systems and ventilation will be engaged for indoor camps and performances. www.denmarkarts. org/events

DAC (Continued from Page 9B) This performance is funded in part by a grant from the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts and community support. Thank you!

Denmark Arts’ HEPA air purifier systems and ventilation will be engaged for indoor performances.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at www. denmarkarts.org/events (view calendar listing).

Classified Advertising ATTENTION

Classified line ads are now posted on our website at NO EXTRA CHARGE! www.bridgton.com

HELP WANTED

MSAD72 SCHOOL DISTRICT ­­­— (EOE) in Fryeburg, Maine has immediate openings for custodians.

Anticipated openings for the 2223 school year: Secretary at New Suncook School, Van Drivers (no CDL required), Bus Drivers (CDL required), Bus Aides, Substitutes.

Visit www.msad72.org, call 207935-2600 or pick up an application today at Door #10, 25 Molly Ockett Drive, Fryeburg, ME tf25 CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN — 10 hrs./wk. Manages all aspects of library service in Children’s Departments, including collection, development, programming, and public relations. See our website for more details. www.hobbslibrary.org 2t25x

HELP WANTED

FUTURE LEADERS WANTED — Q-Team Tree Service in Naples.

Visit Q-Team.com/benefits for info. tf51

EXPERIENCED — Dental Front Desk person, part time. Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, 207-6474125.

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WORK WANTED

LAKE REGION AREA ­— Professional cleaning service has openings weekly and bi-weekly.

Impeccable references. Years of experience. Free estimates. Call Phyllis. 207-462-4413.

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HELLO MY NAME IS MARK ­— and I am looking to mow your lawn for you if you are not into that yourself. Please give me a call or text so we can meet and see what I can do for you, thanks. 207-5954296.

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FOR SALE

VEHICLES FOR SALE

LOOKING FOR — houses or camps to paint for 2022 season.

Fully-insured. Free estimates. 34 years experience. Dirigo Custom Painting. 743-9889.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

LITTLE GUYS FIREWOOD — Cut, split, delivered. Prompt delivery. 603-960-2537 or 9356302. Fryeburg area $210 cord, over 20 miles add $10.

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KAYAK — Perception, sea-going, 17 ft. long. $300. Call Tom 6473028.

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DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried twelve months. Selling seasoned hardwood year-round. One cord $325, cut, split, delivered. Call 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. maineseasonedfirewood.com 52t31x

VEHI­CLES FOR SALE

Minimum two cords for delivery.

Order online at wester nmainetimberlands.com or call 207-925-1138

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FRECHETTE TIRE COMPANY

HELP WANTED

Full/Part-time Maintenance Person

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e are a condo HOA looking for a full/parttime person to help maintain our buildings and grounds year-round. Must be experienced in all aspects of property maintenance including: carpentry, painting, plumbing, landscaping, handling power equipment, etc. Must have own transportation, tools and pass background check with clean record and have references.

For more information, please respond to this ad indicating your interest and contact info; please do not respond if you are not able to meet the above requirements.

Contact: sunrisemgmt15@gmail.com

207-647-2591

IF YOU NEED ANYTHING ­— cleaned up or cleaned out, my trailer is 7x12. Call Chuck’s Maintenance 743-9889.

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Offering SeaSOnal/Year-rOund, Part-time/full-time POSitiOnS

Contact John at ArieS

landScaPing 207-461-1539 / johnallenhemi@yahoo.com

CALL 207-415-5009

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Experienced Help Welcome Apply in person Full & Part-time Positions Available In All Departments

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Ask for David Allenson • 207-693-3988

SEASONED:

SEASONED: GREEN: $225/cord $$ 325/cord 325/cord SEMI-SEASONED: SUPPLY IS LIMITED, ORDER ONLY NOW! DELIVERED TO MAINE

$275/cord GREEN:

250/cord 250/cord DELIVERED TO MAINE ONLY

is looking to hire for a few positions: concrete laborer, concrete floor finisher, and Class B boom truck operator.

YARD SALE Saturday, June 25, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

All proceeds go to community outreach

DENMARK SELF-STORAGE 10' x 10' Unit – $75/mo.

10' x 20' Unit – $125/mo.

207-452-2157

Semi-retired Carpenter Seeking Work Small jobs for one man – $20/hr.

Window | Doors Decks – New | Repaired Stairs – New | Redone | Rails Siding or Small Roofing Interior | Exterior Finish Work

Full and Part-time Help Wanted

Please DO NOT respond if you: are unable to set your alarm, text out sick once a week, have to find a ride to work, or think checking social media every five minutes is part of your daily tasks.

Saco River Canoe & Kayak in Fryeburg, Maine, is currently seeking individuals looking for full and part-time work.

DO REPLY if you are a dependable hard worker that doesn’t whine, is able to be part of a team that provides quality work, you don’t mind working 50+ hours a week earning great pay, staying fit and getting a great tan and have a never give up attitude.

Please call or text 207-557-2801

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42 Sweden Rd., Bridgton

DELIVERED TO MAINE ONLY

GREEN: minimum $2 cord $

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If you enjoy the outdoors this may be the position for you.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license with a minimum age of 18.

Must be physically able to lift, load and unload canoes on and off canoe trailers independently.

Please contact us by phone 207-935-2369 or e-mail info@sacorivercanoe.com.

PART-TIME ASSISTANT CLERK

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Parks & Cemeteries

The Town of Bridgton is accepting applications for work in the Town’s parks and cemeteries. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week with some weekends required.

Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Applications are available at the Town Office and online at https://bridgtonmaine.org.

Please submit an application and resume to: David Madsen, Public Services Director 3 Chase Street, Ste 1 Bridgton, ME 04009 To submit your application electronically please send via e-mail to dkiriaji@bridgtonmaine.org.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Town of Bridgton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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TOWN OF CASCO

TOWN of BRIDGTON

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639 Roosevelt Trail, Rt. 302, Naples • Supermarket Hours Sun.-Sat • 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

UFO Hours Sun.-Sat. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. • 693-3988

PREMIUM HARDWOOD MIX PREMIUM HARDWOOD MIX

E-mail Allen: adcorey945@yahoo.com

Henry’s Concrete Construction

HELP WANTED

Planning to reopen our Crazy Stallion Pizza Pie Factory Soon!

r’s Episcopal Chu Pete rch St.

FOR SALE – 2014 Crossroads RV 32’ RL Sunset Trail Reserve $25,900 OBO Purchased new, low mileage, stored inside.

Triple sliders & lots of storage. Full kitchen with island, entertainment center with fireplace. Rear sofa/queen bed, two large recliners, and dining/ bed area. The bath is next to the front BR with queen bed and three wardrobes. Outside kitchen, entertainment center, prep area, BBQ and shower.

INCOGNITO IN MAINE – (aka Karen). Selling quirky stuff at Bear Mountain Vintage (next to True Value) 192 Portland Road, Bridgton. 207-803-8318 4t23x

SELLING, BUYING — Bear Mountain Vintage. Merchandise, furniture, seven days, 9-5. (Next to True Value) 192 Portland Road, Bridgton. 207-803-8318 4t23x

DELIVERED TO NH AND ME

Now accepting new candidates to join our team at Aries Landscaping. Starting pay $18 hourly, plus incentives!

Must be reliable and goal oriented. If you are a hardworking individual, we at Aries Landscaping offer all of the training for you to succeed. Two references required.

BRIDGTON — Corner of Cottage and Walker Streets, Sat. 6/25, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Antiques, camp mattresses, kayaks, Christmas items, tools, and more.

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YARD SALES

Call to to order: order: 207-452-2157 207-452-2157 Call

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The Umbrella Factory Supermarket

KIMBALL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE — Spring cleanup, Bark mulch, loam, aggregates installed. Brush removal, chipping available and more. Fully Insured.

Call 207-595-8321.

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Looking to fill a full-time auto-technician position.

Experience needed (mechanical and computer diagnostics). Related schooling and certifications are a plus. We are a fast-paced, friendly shop.

Resumes may be dropped off at Frechette Tire Company 164 Passaconaway Rd., Conway E-mail to: FrechetteTire@hotmail.com Or call 603-447-5538 or 603-447-2647 to schedule an appointment for an interview

DK PROPERTY MAINTENANCE — Property watch/caretaking.

Mowing, trimming, tree/brush removal. Light tractor work, gravel/ stone, driveway repair. Dan Knapp 207-713-0779.

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NAPLES — Single-family residence home on Long Lake. Three bedroom, 4 bathrooms, kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, linens, towels, washer and dryer, deck with furniture, gas grill, lawn chairs, kayaks and a dock. Call Cheryl 978-870-6969.

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YARD SALES

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Green Firewood $250 per Cord

NOW ACCEPTING — new clients at SALON @ 240 MANE ask for Tammy Reynolds 207-4610818 or 207-647-8688.

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ROOMS FOR RENT ­— in Casco, Maine. Call Everett Blakelund at 978-502-9019 for all questions/ showings.

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PAYING TOP DOLLAR — For unwanted vehicles. We also buy copper, brass, wire, aluminum, batteries and much more. Call 603323-7363 26t14x

JESUS IS LORD — new and used auto parts. National locator.

Most parts 2 days. Good used cars.

Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477. tf30

FOR RENT

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The Town of Casco is seeking a part-time Assistant Clerk in the Town Clerk’s Office. This position will support the office with various activities; however, the primary responsibilities will be assisting the public at the counter. Some of the duties will include motor vehicle and recreational vehicle registrations, hunting and fishing license sales, issue certified copies of birth, marriage and death records, assist with elections and process tax payments.

This part-time position is 20-25 hours a week with occasional extra hours during elections and scheduled absences. Previous experience in Municipal Government is preferred, but will train the right person. To apply send a resume with a completed job application (available on our website www.cascomaine.org) to the attention of Town Manager, at 635 Meadow Road, Casco, ME 04015. Deadline to apply is June 24, 2022.

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Continuations

SLLMF awards poster designer Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival (SLLMF) awarded a $200 prize to its 50th Anniversary Poster Design winner.

Caroline Sheets, a senior at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, was this year’s winner. Virginia Valdes, the Graphic Design instructor, has been working with SLLMF and this project with her students for 17 years. The poster design is incorporated into a brochure to promote the Festival and a program booklet distributed at the five concerts at Deertrees Theatre in Harrison.

Deertrees has been SLLMF’s home for the past 30 years. This year’s concerts will be on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. from July 12 to Aug. 9.

For more information about the concerts and artists, go to https:// sebagomusicfestival.org/2022-sea-

son/ In addition, Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival has a tradition of bringing performances to the community for people new to chamber music or unable to access it easily.

This year, there are 14 outreach performances, eight community concerts in western and coastal Maine and six repeat concerts in Maine, New Hampshire, and Connecticut. Community concerts are usually shorter performances AUTHOR Eleanor Morse and are generally free, by donation only. Costs are partially covered by sponsorships. Repeat programs are full concerts and are usually ticketed events. All this season’s performances are listed on the website at https://sebagomusicfestival.org/ FESTIVAL 2022 Poster Design winner community-concerts/ DENMARK — Denmark Arts Center presents its Author For more information and to Series with Eleanor Morse this Sunday, June 26 at 3 p.m.

Caroline Sheets with teacher Virginia Valdes of Oxford Hills Comprehensive order tickets, go to https://sebagoEleanor Morse, a resident of Peaks Island, will speak at musicfestival.org/deertrees-tickets/ the Denmark Arts Center about her latest book, Margreete’s High School.

Harbor, which is set in a fictional town in midcoast Maine during the late 50s and 60s.

She will touch upon where a story comes from, about her writing process, and about the ways that the large eruptions of a nation shaped a family during a turbulent decade.

The Bridgton Community Band begins its summer Janet Peery, author of The River Beyond the World, said concert season on Sunday, July 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the of the book, “Timely as well as timeless, heartfelt as well as NORTH CONWAY, N.H. The 2022 season will heartbreaking, this beautiful novel of a family at the crossbandstand behind Walgreens. The July 3 concert features patriotic music as a prelude to the annual fire- — Flatbread Pizza Company feature the award-winning roads of becoming reminds us of the very real perils of aging, works display.

North Conway will be host- American blues and swing the legacies bequeathed as generations succeed each other, Concerts will continue for the following six ing a dine-to-donate fundrais- revival big band Roomful of the betrayals that shape us, and the sustaining strength of the Wednesdays at 7 p.m., culminating on Aug. 10 and cele- er in support of Arts Jubilee’s Blues on July 14; Live at ties that bind.” brating the band’s 84th birthday.

2022 Summer Concert Series the Fillmore: The Definitive Margreete’s Harbor recently won the 2022 Maine Literary The concerts are free to the public, typically attracting on Monday, June 27.

Tribute to the Original Award in the category of fiction large audiences, and offering an exciting summer event Flatbread will donate a Allman Brothers Band on Eleanor has published four novels: Margreete’s Harbor for residents and visitors alike. Be sure to bring a chair percentage of every pizza July 21; Grammy-nominated, in the spring of 2021, White Dog Fell from the Sky (2013), a and insect repellant. Bring a friend, as well. sold, including take-out award-winning roots musi- Publishers Weekly Pick of the Week, An Unexpected Forest The band is directed by its returning outstanding con- orders, until 9 p.m. cian Victor Wainwright & the (2007), which won an Independent Book Publisher’s Award ductor, Steven Sweetsir. Rehearsals are held each Monday Celebrating its 39th year Train on July 28; the annual for best regional fiction and the Maine Literary Award in ficat 7 p.m. at the Stevens Brook Elementary School. All of presenting live concerts in pops concert and fireworks tion, and Chopin’s Garden (2006). players are welcome to join the band. Additional informa- the Mt. Washington Valley, show performed by the New She received a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing tion can be obtained by e-mailing Band President, Dick Arts Jubilee is pleased to Legacy Swing Band on Aug. from the Vermont College of Fine Arts and a Master of Arts Albert at dickalbert143@gmail.com announce that its five-week 4; and Southern Accents: The in Teaching from Yale University. concert series is returning to Ultimate Tom Petty & the She teaches fiction writing on the faculty of the NaslundCranmore Mountain Resort Heartbreakers Experience on Mann Graduate School of Writing in Louisville, Kentucky. this summer! The outdoor Aug. 11.

Her website is www.eleanormorse.com. concerts will run weekly on All concerts start at Author Series sponsor Bridgton Books will be onsite with Thursday nights from July 14 7 p.m. and feature a local Ms. Morse’s book for signing. through Aug. 11 at the North opening act at 6 p.m. This DAC’s HEPA air purifier systems and ventilation will Slope Base of Cranmore year’s opening acts include be engaged for indoor performances. Tickets are $10 or pay Mountain Resort in North Bennett & Perkins (July 14), what you can. Tickets can be purchased online at www.denNAPLES — Here’s the line-up for the free Sunday Conway.

Christian Martin (July 21), markarts.org/events (view calendar listing).

Summer Concerts, 6 to 7 p.m., at the Naples Village Green (bring a chair): Willow Carter (July 28), the beverages will be available June 26, Carolyn Currie (folk singer/songwriter) MWV Band (Aug. 4), and for purchase on the Zip’s Pub July 3, Preston & Curry (country/70s classics) the Rek’lis Duo (Aug. 11). deck, and there will be a rafJuly 10, Truth About Daisies (folk/pop) Admission is $15 for fle for a variety of great prizJuly 17, Mill Town Road Show (country/Americana) adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for es at each concert. Seating is July 24, Cribstoners (blue grass) students, and free for kids 12 not provided at the venue, so July 31, Brian Curtis, Johnson & Allen (60s, 70s, and under. You can pre-order concertgoers are encouraged 80s) tickets online at www.artsju- to bring a lawn chair or blanAug. 7, Preston & Curry (country/70s classics) bilee.org or pay at the gate on ket. Animals are not allowed Aug. 14, Delta Knights Band (all occasions) the night of the show (cash on the property except for Aug. 21, Mill Town Road Show (country/Americana) or credit). leashed service dogs.

Aug. 28, Stone Broke (country rock/some blues) Please note that there will All concerts are rain In case of rain, the concert will be held at the nearby be an alternate front gate or shine barring extreme ARTS JUBILEE celebrates its 39th year at Cranmore entrance this season due to weather.

Naples Methodist Church.

Mountain Resort in North Conway, N.H. the ongoing construction at For more information Cranmore. There’s plenty of please visit www.artsjubilee. free parking on site, food and org.

Author Series at DAC Sunday

Band Schedule Arts Jubilee Conert Series

Naples Village Green Concerts

Melvin Jones Fellow Cliff Tuchon (right) is presented a plaque by K.L. John Schuettinger.

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Lions’ Banquet

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by Lions Clubs International Foundation which is the worldwide charitable arm of Lions Clubs across the world.

The Foundation will close a three million dollar capital funds campaign at the end of June designed to extend the outreach of the largest service club to those urgent needs being experienced around the globe.

The local club has contributed $500 to the capital drive and has also donated another $4,500 through the foundation to be used for Ukrainian relief. The latter contribution is believed to be the largest single donation made to any cause by the Bridgton club in its 95-year history.

Installation of officers for 2022-23 followed and were conducted by Past District Governor Harvey Buzzell, a member of the Naples Lions Club. Installed were: Bob Hatch, K.L./president; Cliff Tuchon, first vice president; Pat McHatton, second VP; Brook Sulloway, third VP; secretary, Eric Nelson;

treasurer, Bruce Jones; Bob McHatton, Tail Twister; Ruth Schalline, Kent Schalline, Bob Murphy as Lion Tamers.

Also installed were Board of Director members Bob Pelletier, Carmen Lone, Elaine Spenciner and Bob McHatton.

Some fun award certificates were presented to those Lions who quietly and consistently perform their tasks that keep the gears of the Lion machine running!

The meeting was then adjourned until Sept. 12.

Rest assured, however, that the Bridgton Lions Club Chuck Wagon will be on site at Stevens Brook Elementary School for the July 3 fireworks, serving their worldfamous beer batter French fries and hot off the grill goodies available for those attending the Independence Day festivities.

And remember that for the “upteenth” year, the Lions (chaired by Bob McHatton) will sponsor and host the Fourth of July Parade at noon on, of course, the Fourth!