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Serving Bridgton and the surrounding towns of Western Maine since 1870.

Vol. 149, No. 32

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Bridgton, Maine

August 9, 2018

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BH president & CEO resigns

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer The shakeup of Bridgton Hospital continues.

Bridgton Hospital president and chief executive officer R. David Frum resigned last week. He had served as head of BH since 2010, and was chief administrator at Rumford Hospital since 2011.

Frum’s resignation was effective Aug. 1.

“Central Maine Healthcare is working through the details of the transition right now,” said Kate Carlisle, director of Public Relations and Community Affairs for Central Maine Healthcare.

“As we work on the transition process, we’ll be making sure both Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals continue to have dedicated leadership.

We’ll keep the community up to date on the transition

R. David Frum process.”

When asked if Central Maine Healthcare will look to hire someone to serve the dual role Frum had, or will the organization go in a different direction, Carlisle said, “CMH is committed to ensuring that both hospitals have strong, innovative lead-

ership. It’s especially important, as the healthcare landscape changes, that hospital leadership be tuned to the needs of the communities we serve.”

There is no immediate timeline for a replacement to be selected.

“As the planning process is still new, we can’t estimate a timeline, but we are working diligently to ensure a seamless transition. We know that both Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals will continue to provide their patients the highest quality of care during this time,” Carlisle added.

In regards to Frum’s time as president of Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals, Carlisle said CMH “appreciates David’s many accomplishments during his tenure as president of Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals. Under

his leadership, the level of care and services provided to the community were elevated and recognized both locally and nationally for achieving high quality standards.

His commitment and dedication to the providers, staff and communities of both hospitals was felt by many throughout the organization and community. We are thankful for his contribution and wish him all the best in the next phase of his career.”

Frum’s resignation last Wednesday followed a vote the previous day by the Central Maine Healthcare board to keep CMH CEO Jeff Brickman following three votes of no confidence over the past few weeks.

Reportedly, Frum “shared his belief that it was time for new leadership to carry things forward.”

FRUM, Page 8A

Board rewrites manager post

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — In another seven months, the Town of Casco will begin advertising for a new town manager.

Current Town Manager Dave Morton, who has served in that capacity for 40 years, plans to retire in 2019 and hopes to be free for a fishing trip by June.

Morton’s retirement might be news to some residents, according to Selectman Grant Plummer.

“Some people in town don’t know that Dave is retiring. We should we put it on the sign” outside the Casco Community Center, Plummer said. “I talked to two individuals who are up on stuff;

and they said, ‘What are you talking about?’ They weren’t at the town meeting.”

Morton first publicly announced his plans to retire during the town meeting in June. But, there hasn’t been much talk about it since.

On Tuesday, the topic of redefining the town manager position was on the agenda of the Casco Board of Selectmen’s meeting.

“It has been a long time since the Town of Casco searched for a manager. The board would be smart to engage professional services,” Plummer said.

Chairman Holly Hancock started the discussion, saying that she had contacted the Maine Municipal Association

(MMA) and spoke with David Barrett, the director of personnel services and labor relations.

“What he is recommending is to advertise before March 1 and to interview in April,” Hancock said.

Morton added his request to the timeframe.

“I want to give notice and retire by the first of June. It is fishing season,” he said.

Hancock said that once someone is hired that person will need “to give at least a 30-day notice at their current job.”

She recapped the tasks that would need to be done.

“We can contract with MMA to help with the advertising. We can come up with a

job description. We are inviting input from the community on Sept. 25,” she said.

The public hearing will be held during the board’s Sept 25 meeting. That hearing will give the public an opportunity to weigh in on what they “are looking for in a town manager,” Hancock said.

What may take longer to formulate is a new job description for the town manager. It is highly likely that it will not include the role of the road commissioner.

“You have had a two-forone for years,” Morton said.

“The board may want to look carefully at the road commissioner part. Break that out so that is not the town MANAGER, Page 8A

LOVE OF SUNFLOWERS — Leslie Elaine Hermans loves sunflowers, as seen here with a sunflower dress and a canvas she painted last week. Leslie has been summering since childhood with her family at Timberledge Camp on Keyes Pond in Sweden. She comes here from Downington, Pa., and started painting at age 4. Timberledge, a group of eight rustic cabins, was started by a group of families who have been vacationing there for the last half century, and strive to retain its simple, quiet and rustic atmosphere.

Reflections

Attorney Peter Hastings of Fryeburg

The people’s attorney at law

SIDE BY SIDE — A classic wooden boat is moored as an amphibious vehicle passes by. The 25th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will be held on the Naples Causeway this Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(Photo courtesy of Jon March)

Silver anniversary

Classic Boat Show, a vintage event

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Vintage wooden boats are often equipped with chrome rails and chrome hardware, silver flashing in the sun as this handsome wooden boat glides through the water.

It is the silver anniversary of the antique boat show that is almost synonymous with August on the Causeway.

For the past 25 years, the owners of classic wooden boats have come to the Naples Causeway from nearby and from all over New England to display their beauties.

For the past decade-and-a-half, locals and tourists get geared up with plans to view these boats from another era. Plus, passers-by who catch sight of the boats often make a spontaneous stop. In other words, the show draws a sizable crowd.

The 25th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will be held on the Causeway this Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show is open and free to the public.

The boats will be moored at the public dock right off the Causeway.

For people who prefer to see the

boats in action, there will be boat parade at the Bob Neault Memorial Bridge around 7 p.m. Friday.

The Antique and Classic Boat show is organized by the Mountainview Woodies Classic Boat Club.

Club members Bob Foreman, of Naples, and Paul Follansbee, of Fryeberg, have been involved in the show for about 18 years. Foreman believes that a gentleman named Howard Perkins had a hand in the beginnings of the boat show.

“It is pretty much the highlight of the CLASSIC, Page 8A

‘Reflections’ is a series of stories on citizens in and around Fryeburg written by Rachel Andrews Damon.

Peter Hastings, 82, of Fryeburg can tell you exactly how he got here.

Two Hastings brothers, Thomas and John, came from England in 1634. One of them settled in Haverhill, Mass., and the other came through Fryeburg, but settled in Bethel. Two centuries later, 1847 to be exact, Peter’s great-grandfather, David, opened a law office in Lovell, the original Hastings family law practice. In 1861, he left the firm for a while to serve with the 12th Regiment, Maine Infantry in the Civil War. He fought several battles for the Union in New Orleans. David contracted dysentery while in Louisiana and in 1863 was sent home and not expected to live. He survived.

After his recovery, David Hastings moved his law office from Lovell to Fryeburg. His only son, Edward, joined the law firm in 1879. Edward’s son, Hugh, joined the firm in 1914.

In 1920, after serving as a captain in WWI, Hugh married longtime family friend and local teacher Martha Fifield, age 28.

Martha and Hugh had eight children — Helen, Edward II, David II, Hugh II, Jane, Mary and Peter. One child was stillborn after injuries sustained in a car accident. Helen was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. As Peter says, “They thought it was important that the first child be born in a hospital, but the rest of us were born at our family home on Oxford Street in Fryeburg. I was born in my mother’s bed!”

Hugh Hastings was appointed a judge in 1943, hence HASTINGS, Page 7A

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Area news

Animal control shifts with Casco’s needs

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Like a puppy that has outgrown its pen, the animal control needs in Casco have changed, requiring the services to shift to meet that change.

The Town of Casco is partnering with the towns of Raymond and Naples to create a full-time animal control position as well as a part-time on-call position for when the regular officer is busy.

Casco Town Manager Dave Morton announced the change during the town manager’s report that was part of the Casco Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday.

“The three towns recently purchased a used vehicle for the Animal Control Officer (ACO), making it a joint, full-time position between three towns with one backup person,” Morton said.

“This will be proposed to the selectmen at a meeting soon,” he said.

He was referring to the mutual aid contract, which is being drafted by Naples Town Manager John Hawley.

“We have to change how we provide the [animal control] service. Forever, it was available 24/7. It will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.,” Morton said, adding that people can still call dispatch during any hour of the day.

The animal control officer will return those calls — and, as long as it isn’t an emergency like as a dog bite — the ACO will “make an appointment to deal with it during normal working hours,” Morton said.

“If you are available 24/7, you don’t have much of a personal life,” he said.

The current ACO Jessica Jackson is continuing in that role. He said that the number of hours Jackson worked for each town was equivalent to a full-time job. The next step is for the town to hire a person for the part-

time backup position, he said.

He said other towns like Bridgton and Harrison are pairing up to make their animal control departments more cost effective.

“There seems to be a need for it in these three communities. And, the law requires that towns have an animal control officer,” Morton said.

Morton described how the change came about after the three town managers discussed how the towns would divvy up responsibilities.

Essentially, the Town of Casco will be responsible for personnel in the animal control department. The Town of Raymond, which has a mechanic, will take care of the vehicle registration and insurance. Naples will take care of the financial aspects for the whole animal control program, Morton said.

“We have a similar relationship with Naples and the transfer station, bulky waste facility,” he said.

“The three towns are sharing different responsibilities and it works well,” he said.

According to Morton, the current budget is $29,000.

He estimated the total cost would be approximately $100,000 and, that is split three ways.

“It might be as much as $34,000” for the Town of Casco, he said. “Once you go fulltime, you have benefit costs that we don’t have now.”

“We actually have vehicle maintenance now. We picked up a used [Ford Explorer] in Augusta. It’s a vehicle that is specific to animal control. Each area has ventilation and air-conditioning so those animals aren’t put under duress. It has a door with a button on the key fob. So, the door opens to put animals in,” Morton said.

NAPLES — These logos were created by Naples Community Activities Director Peter Ceprano to spruce up the website and social media for the department, according to Naples Town Manager John Hawley. “Because they are not used in an official capacity representing the town as a whole, the [Naples Board of Selectmen] will not need to approve or adopt them. I imagine Peter will change these periodically as the seasonal programming changes,” Hawley said.

Fall 2019 deadline for easement upgrades

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Several road association representatives have contacted the Town of Casco to make certain their roads are up to standards and will continue to be plowed.

In fact, since the roads workshop last month, Casco residents, who live on public easements and were unable to attend the workshop for whatever reason, have reached out to the town, according to Casco Chairman Holly Hancock.

Just as many folks have yet to come forward.

Casco Town Manager Dave Morton said he was continuing to meet with the road associations or the appointed representative of a road that is a public easement.

“Some road groups are

saying, ‘We’ll do it.’ There are some other roads that have said, ‘We can’t do that.’

And, there are a few of them that are absolutely fine,” he said.

“Most people understand the value of the plowing service, and if they want to access their road [during the winter], they will do it.

Some have said they will have someone else plow it.

Or they say, ‘John Doe plows the road from his house, and I can get out.’ That attitude is more pervasive,” Morton said.

The Casco Board of Selectmen set a deadline of Oct. 30, 2019, for all public easements to be up to the adopted 1972 road standards. If a road association is dropped from the wintertime maintenance list, it will have to reapply using more current

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So, at this point in time, the town is collecting the documentation that allows the roads to continue to be classified as public easements.

“We are collecting those now. At one time, we had 100% collection. That was 15 years ago,” Morton said.

“These are not recorded interests. These are documents that we hold in hand to show there is public interest” in having wintertime maintenance done on the road(s).

Selectman Grant Plummer asked, “With the acknowledgement of a public easement, how does that work?”

Morton provided an answer but there is some lack of clarity of what to do if not everyone who lives on the road signs the paper or agrees to the road being a public easement.

“If they have a legal association, the association can sign one document. If they don’t they have an association of friends and neighbors, everyone has to sign off. It has to be the majority,”

Morton said.

“That is something that has to come back to the selectmen. If we have one person who doesn’t want that to happen, what about the town’s liability?”

“The town attorney waffled on it when I asked about 100% participation. That goes back to selectmen,” he said.

Administrative Assistant Bob Tooker “is creating files to list individual easements,” Morton said.

He changed the topic from easement paperwork to road work.

“A couple roads that didn’t have contact people have stepped up to meet with me,” Morton said. “We need to see some effort.”

Selectman Thomas Peaslee agreed.

“Road associations, from this point moving forward, need to have a plan in place.

If they do this stuff (clearing branches, etc.) on a regular basis, then it doesn’t become a huge problem,” Peaslee said.

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said he recently talked with the contractor, Chris Pond, who owns Pond Plowing, Inc. “He has investment in equipment; and, he wonders whether his contract will be reduced if the miles are reduced,” Morton said.

“There are some places

that are so egregious that he stopped plowing them,” he said.

Plummer referred to four or five roads that fall well below the 1972 standards.

“We are sending big expensive equipment down those roads,” Plummer said.

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The funding is available but no one has asked.

Casco Selectman Grant Plummer admitted that it has been difficult to take his trash and recycling to the NaplesCasco Transfer Station.

It is not the job he dislikes.

It is driving into the area that makes him cringe.

“I have had a hard time going to the transfer station lately. That upper parking zone is a mess,” he said.

“We need some proper investment in that area where the vehicles drive through,” Plummer said.

This was during the Casco Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday. The board was in the process of reviewing carryforwards from the previous fiscal year.

Plummer made his request to pave the transfer station lot

because he was hoping to allocate the carry-forwards from an account that has remained unused for a few years.

“The facility has the reserves to do the paving,” Town Manager Dave Morton said.

“You are kidding? I almost lost a boot in a puddle there,” Plummer said.

Morton confirmed that he was not joking.

“The facility has the reserves,” he said.

“I will request the administrator to put it on the agenda for the next Transfer Station Council meeting,” Morton said.

Plummer clarified that he was referring to the horseshoeshaped “driveway” that people use for the household trash and recycling, not the bulky waste entrance.

[Improving] “that area has been discussed off and on for years,” Morton said.

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August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 3A

Recovery Center open house in September What is Lakes Region Recovery Center?

It’s a place where everyone is welcome. The LRRC serves as a beacon of hope, resilience and recovery — welcoming all who identify as being in recovery from a substance use disorder, or as being a family member or supporter of a person with substance use disorder (in recovery or not), or is seeking recovery without judgment or discrimination. LRRC focuses on peer-to-peer recovery support that recognizes there are many pathways to healing for people with substance use disorders and mental health

challenges.

There are no fees to become a member.

Lakes Region Recovery Center and Crooked River Counseling CEO Catherine Clough-Bell has made it her mission to create a safe place that encourages and maintains a culture that is welcoming and nonjudgmental to people in recovery and their families. Groups offered at the Recovery Center include Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Celebrate Recovery, Men’s and Women’s Groups, LGBTQ, Creative Recovery, SMART Recovery,

Workforce Development, Family Support Groups and Substance Abuse Education.

Anyone is welcome to start their own recovery-oriented group at the Center.

LRRC is more than just groups, it is a community that likes to have fun, too!

All activities are open to family and friends: movie nights, barbecues and pot luck dinners, horseshoes, foosball, cribbage tournaments, dances, community parades, hiking and nature walks — to name just a few. Join a community of people who want a new way to live… a life free of substances, a life filled

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The entrance to the Center is located 25 Hospital Drive, behind Bridgton Internal Medicine. There are signs posted to guide you. LRRC is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays noon to 8 p.m.

LRRC can also be found at www.lrrcbridgton.org, and on Facebook at Lakes Region Recovery Center.

An open house will be held on Thursday, Sept.

6, from 5 to 7 p.m. It will include refreshments, speakers and music. LRRC hopes the public can join in on this very special evening!

Hearing on ATV road use

TAKING A CLOSER LOOK at invasive plants during a workshop sponsored by the Woods Pond Association.

What do invasive plants look like?

Eighteen people representing five lake associations plus Lakes Environmental Association gathered on the shores of Woods Pond last Tuesday (July 24) to learn from experts with Lake Stewards of Maine how to identify invasive aquatic plants.

The workshop was sponsored by the Woods Pond Water Quality Association (WPWQA) with assistance provided by LEA. Patrolling for invasive species in Woods Pond and other area lakes took on added urgency following the discovery of a large infestation of invasive variable leaf

milfoil last summer in nearby Long Lake. Representatives from WPWQA, the Saturday Pond Watershed Association, Sebago Harbor Association, Highland Lake (Bridgton), North Gorham Pond, and LEA took part in the threehour-long training.

Roberta Hill of Lake Stewards of Maine (formerly known as the Maine Volunteer Lake Monitoring Program) explained that

courtesy boat inspections, which are conducted at boat ramps throughout the Lake Region, including Woods Pond, are the first line of defense. However, regularly patrolling lakes for invasive aquatic plants provides an added level of security.

Participants first learned how to identify invasive aquatic plants through onshore activities. They then conducted survey work from

kayaks in shallow water on Woods Pond. Hill demonstrated sample collection techniques and a variety of plant samples were taken.

Back on dry land, she showed how to distinguish those that grow naturally in lakes from invasive lookalikes. No invasive species were found in Woods Pond.

The WPWQA and other lake associations will use the PLANTS, Page 7A

HARRISON — There will be a public hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss whether Harrison should allow ATV travel on town roads in the Bolsters Mills and Ryefield Bridge Road area.

The hearing will take place at the town office.

The Otisfield Trail Blazers ATV Club has requested access for ATVs to travel over the town roads from Bolsters Mills to the Plains Road to access the pipeline, and then from Rich Road to Ryefield Bridge Road to access the bridge back into Otisfield. ATV access is between May 15 and Dec. 15 (unless the road commissioner closes road access early due to snow) between the hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Anyone with questions or concerns are asked to attend. If you are unable to attend please submit in writing your questions or concerns to the Town Clerk by Tuesday, Aug. 21 at noon.

A map of the roadway is available at the town office and on the town’s website under the “Announcement” for a public hearing.

In other news: Tax rate set. Tax bills will be arriving in the mail within the next week or so. The Board of Assessor’s committed the taxes on July 31, 2018. The first installment will be due Monday, Aug. 27. The mil rate was set at $10.80, an increase of 15¢ per thousand. What does this mean to taxpayers? A house and land HARRISON, Page 8A

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If you want your records forwarded, please call the office 207-647-2227. Leave your name and a phone number at which you can be reached, and I will send you a release form which you will have to sign to arrange for a transfer of your records. Thank you again. Stay healthy!

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Bridgton Police blotter

TRANSPORTING the body of a New Hampshire man, who was found dead on the beach of the Saco River, were Fryeburg Police and Rescue members.

(Photos courtesy of Fryeburg Police Department)

Canoeist found dead, cause remains unknown

FRYEBURG — The cause of death of a 27-year-old New Hampshire man found on the beach on the Saco River Sunday remains unclear.

Dylan Szabad of Nashua, N.H. was deceased on the beach by the time first responders reached him early Sunday morning. At about 7:45 a.m., Fryeburg police officers deployed an airboat and responded along with Fryeburg Rescue paramedics to a 9-1-1 call regarding a medical emergency near mile 14 of the Saco River.

Cause of death and additional details are not being released at this time, Fryeburg Chief of Police Joshua Potvin said Monday in a press release.

The Maine Medical Examiner’s Office will determine a cause of death.

BEACHFRONT where a New Hampshire man was found dead Sunday morning.

These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, July 30 8:32 a.m. Sex offender registration.

10:31 a.m. Welfare check on Kimball Road.

12:38 p.m. Mailbox ‘destroyed’ on South High Street.

1:31 p.m. Cow in the road on Fosterville Road.

6:43 p.m. Police checked Portland Road after receiving a report of a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.

8:19 p.m. When a guest at Salmon Point Campground was reportedly told not to return by the facility manager after traveling too fast, a caller asked police if that ruling was permissible.

9:06 p.m. A Kansas Road resident sought police help with a trespass order.

11:56 p.m.

Police received a noise complaint on Depot Street.

Tuesday, July 31 11:04 a.m. An individual sought information regarding recovering some of his property from a Bridgton home.

11:33 a.m. Upon receiving a complaint regarding a man making sexual, harassing statements, police contacted Norway Police and requested they serve a no trespass order on the suspect.

7:45 p.m. Local police assisted Gorham PD with surveillance and arrest of a subject on an aggravated forgery case.

11:26 p.m. Police charged a motorist with operating while under the influence following a stop at the intersection of North High Street and Clearview Drive.

Wednesday, August 1 2:10 p.m. Responding to a report of a male creating a disturbance at a Pond Road location, police charged a subject with criminal threatening.

5:56 p.m. Dispatched to a Stonehedge Drive location, police charged a subject with aggravated domestic violence assault and transported him to the county jail.

6:01 p.m. A caller inquired about renter’s rights

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5:11 p.m. Sex offender registration.

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Officer Smolinsky responded

to a report that a United Ambulance transport van had been struck by a truck on Hospital Drive, and the truck left the scene.

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Fryeburg Police log These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, July 30 10:45 a.m. Assist citizen at police headquarters.

4:46 p.m. Welfare check on Newman’s Road.

8:07 p.m. Assault complaint on Bull Moose Run. 9:48 p.m. Responding to a disturbance on Cobb Street, police charged a 16-year-old with two counts of domestic violence assault.

Tuesday, July 31 1:55 a.m. FPD assisted another agency at police headquarters.

4;20 a.m. Assist Fryeburg Rescue on Portland Street.

4:09 p.m. Assist Oxford County Sheriff’s Office.

5 p.m. Report taken regarding assault complaint at a Bridgton Road store.

6:23 p.m. Suspicious activity at Snow School on Pine Street.

7:23 p.m. Motor vehicle crash near fairgrounds.

8:36 p.m. Welfare check on Bull Moose Run. 11:08 p.m. Peace officer detail on Cobb Street.

Wednesday, August 1 12:34 a.m. Assist Oxford County Sheriff’s Office.

10:45 a.m. Harassment complaint on West Fryeburg Road.

11 a.m. Fraud report at Main Street store.

6:58 p.m. Nonreportable crash on Main Street.

Thursday, August 2 12:40 a.m. Assist citizen on Chautauqua Road.

12:47 p.m. Animal complaint at West Fryeburg Road residence.

2:49 p.m. Sex offender registration.

4:16 p.m. Sex offender registration.

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August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 5A

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT — Bridgton Police Department, along with several other law enforcement and social service agencies, took part in a community get-together at Junior Harmon Field Tuesday evening. There was free food, popcorn, demonstrations and games. Pictured top left, State Trooper Brian Hinck conducted a K-9 demonstration; Bridgton Park Ranger Brandan George takes on the rough bite of the K-9; using various goggles that simulate the effects of alcohol or drugs a volunteer attempts to walk a straight line as Sgt. TJ Reese and Officer Sophia Swiatek look on; a youth fires a perfect toss; and a youngster prepares to do battle with a friend in an inflatable bubble, held momentarily by Sgt. Phil Jones.

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Bridgton blotter (Continued from Page 4A) 8:57 p.m. Harassment complaint made.

Thursday, August 2 8:56 a.m. After unsuccessfully contacting a vehicle’s owner, police had a sedan towed, which was partially off South Bridgton Road, because it posed a traffic hazard.

11:34 a.m. Officer Muise was asked to contact a caller

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Recovery Celebrations Continue in the Lake Region The Lakes Region Substance Abuse Coalition, LRSAC, continues to demonstrate recovery as a positive healing force, and will continue to celebrate the great work of volunteers and partners at this week’s coalition meeting, Thursday, Aug. 9, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Bridgton Municipal Complex, downstairs meeting room. Everyone is invited and all are welcomed.

LRSAC will be recognizing efforts and accomplishments of individuals and organizational partners during the first part of the meeting and then move into the business of monitoring the strategic plan around three key components — prevention and education, treatment and recovery, and policy and enforcement.

The public is invited to join in a variety of upcoming events and activities: • This Saturday, Aug. 11 at 9 a.m., Hike for Mental Health at Bald Pate Mountain, sponsored by Bring Change 2 Mind Campaign and Loon Echo Land Trust.

• Friday, Aug. 31, International Overdose Day, wear purple to show your support for those who have lost loved ones due to overdose.

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regarding a real estate dispute.

2:50 p.m. A caller sought police “guidance” regarding a recent breakup.

6:29 p.m.

Officer McCormick and Sgt. Reese responded to a disturbance on Frost Farm Road. A female claimed she and her sister had a fight over items that were missing from her room.

9:16 p.m. A disturbance between two males was reported at a Main Street store. Police located on subject, but the other (who had a warrant issued for his arrest) fled. Police gave the subject a warning for disorderly conduct. Officers located the second subject, arrested him on the warrant and transported him to the county jail.

10:07 p.m. A Main Street caller sought assistance to free an animal locked in a trash barrel. Sgt. Reese opened the lid, took a few steps back, and allowed a young raccoon to climb out and wander off into the woods.

Friday, August 3 12:54 a.m.

Police responded to a report of two males fighting on Main Street. On arrival, the crowd identified the subBLOTTER, Page 6A

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Page 6A, The Bridgton News, August 9, 2018

Loon Echo Land Trust annual meeting Aug. 19 Join Loon Echo Land Trust on Sunday, Aug. 19, at Bridgton Historical Society’s historic Narramissic Farm for its 31st Annual Meeting and celebration of 31 years of land conservation.

Weather permitting, LELT will have a guided walk on the farm’s surrounding property to an old granite quarry at 3 p.m. In addition, there will be tours of the old homestead and blacksmith demonstrations. A cash bar and appetizers will begin at 5 p.m. The annual meeting will precede dinner and dessert at the farm. Cost is $35 per person.

Road for one mile. Turn left onto Narramissic Road to the farmstead.

RSVP by Aug. 16 to Kelli Shedd at membership@lelt. org or by calling 647-4352.

Register online: www.lelt. org Mailing your check and the registration form to: Loon Echo Land Trust, 8 Depot Street, Suite #4, Bridgton, ME 04009 Annual Meeting Agenda: President’s Message; Secretary’s Report; Review of Financial Report; Election of the Board of Directors; Executive Director’s Report; Special Presentation, “State

of Conservation in Maine,”

by Whit Whitney, Maine Coast Heritage Trust.

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Echo’s Board of Directors is available by visiting: www. loonecholandtrust.org/nominees2017

Climate workshop

NORWAY — The Maine Climate Table, in partnership with GrowSmart Maine and the Center for an EcologyBased Economy (CEBE), will be presenting a Climate Change Communication Workshop at CEBE on Thursday, Aug. 16 from 8 a.m. to noon. Based on extensive Maine-specific social research conducted by a team of strategic communication professionals, this half-day training workshop includes information on modern brain science, as well as findings on how to shift opinion and move audiences to action. Attendees will be led through a multimedia presentation with plenty of time (Continued from Page 5A) for discussion and practice.

• Thursday, Sept. 6 from This workshop is well-suited for elected officials, town 5 to 7 p.m., Lakes Region managers, journalists, educators, and anyone concerned Recovery Center Grand about being able to effectively communicate about this critiOpening at 25 Hospital cal and often confusing issue, especially here in Maine. No Drive (behind the old hospimatter your audience, you will gain helpful insights on how tal building), speakers, food, to better reach and connect with them. All are welcome, games and fun. no prior experience with communications is necessary. All • Monday, Sept. 17 from trainees who complete the training workshop will receive 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free film the print edition of Communicating with Mainers on Climate showing of The Anonymous Change Toolkit.

People documentary, folThe Maine Climate Table is a partnership that currently lowed by a community includes participation from over 140 individuals and orgaconversation at the Magic nizations from the business, nonprofit, philanthropic, and Lantern Theater. government sectors in Maine. The Climate Table’s vision Other items to be disis to create a state-based model for climate initiatives that cussed at this week’s LRSAC increases broad civic engagement and leads to climate meeting are: Naloxone action. Climate Table messaging trainings, led by GrowSmart access and sharps disposal, Maine’s Tyler Kidder, share findings and messaging recomMaine Shared Community mendations developed over four years of engaging with Health Needs Assessment Mainers about their perceptions of climate change and what Forum, and Public Policy CELEBRATE RECOVERY was the message of the Lakes Region Substance Abuse we can do about it. Registration required at www.ecologyAdvocacy Momentum. If Coalition float in Bridgton’s Fourth of July parade. basedeconomy.org For more information call 739-2101 or you’ve never attended and e-mail info@ecologybasedeconomy.org have something to say or ate meaningful strategic help stem the tide of opi- held on the second Thursday share with the coalition, feel partnerships and recognize oid tragedies. You can help! of each month from 4:30 to free to attend and add your progress toward achiev- LRSAC wants to hear 6 p.m. at Bridgton Municipal ing community-wide pre- from you if you have an Complex, the entrance off ideas to the mix!

Volunteers are needed for the annual Maine Lakes LRSAC works to facili- vention, treatment, policy idea or a success story to Iredale Street. Donations to tate community action, cre- and enforcement goals to share! Follow on Facebook LRSAC, a 501(c)3 Public Brewfest, sponsored by the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region at LRSACMaine, send an Charity, are gratefully Chamber of Commerce at Point Sebago in South Casco. e-mail to lrsacoalition@ accepted and checks may be Those who volunteer receive free admission, Brewfest gmail.com, call 803-9987 or sent to LRSAC at 8 Iredale T-shirt, hot dog/hamburger and bottled water. Volunteers can attend a monthly meeting St., Bridgton, ME 04009.

VOLUNTEERS, Page 7A (Continued from Page 4A) 7:36 p.m. Criminal trespass complaint at Oxford Street residence.

Friday, August 3 1:50 a.m. Assist another agency on Pine Street.

7:07 a.m. Traffic complaint at intersection of Main and Woodland Streets.

9:27 a.m. Animal complaint at Weston’s Beach.

4:23 p.m. Traffic complaint on West Fryeburg Road.

5:59 p.m. Fraud report at North Fryeburg Road residence.

6:45 p.m. Harassment complaint on Smith Street.

7:59 p.m. Criminal trespass complaint at Canal Bridge.

10:22 p.m. Criminal trespass complaint at fairgrounds.

Saturday, August 4 2:28 a.m. Complaint on Duck Cove Road.

4:57 a.m. Criminal trespass complaint on Lovewell Pond Road.

12:57 p.m. Civil matter on West Fryeburg Road.

3:40 p.m. Assist Fryeburg Rescue on Ballard Street.

4:50 p.m. Traffic complaint on Lovell Road.

4:54 p.m. Criminal mischief on Lovell Road.

9:50 p.m. Suspicious person at Walker’s Landing.

10:10 p.m. Missing person report at Main Street campground.

Sunday, August 5 6:06 a.m. Complaint at Saco River Mile 2.

4:18 p.m. Complaint on Stuart Street.

8:39 p.m. Complaint at Weston’s Beach.

9:02 p.m. Late accident report regarding crash at Canal Bridge.

10:45 p.m. Following a motor vehicle stop near the fairgrounds, police charged Anthony Kennard, 27, of Kennebunk, with operating a motor vehicle after license suspension.

Schedule of Events 3 p.m., Guided walk to the granite quarry 4-5:30 p.m., Tours of the homestead and blacksmith demonstrations 5 p.m., Cocktails & Conversation 5:30 p.m., Annual Meeting with a message from Loon Echo president David Diller;

review of financial report; election of board of directors.

6 p.m., Dinner and dessert in the Temperance Barn Directions: Narramissic Farm, 46 Narramissic Road, Bridgton Narramissic is located off Ingalls Road which is 2.4 miles south of the intersection of Routes 117 and 107. Take Ingalls

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(Continued from Page 5A) jects involved in the fight (which started over inappropriate comments made).

No injuries were reported or observed. All departed without further incident.

Saturday, August 4 1:04 a.m. Police were asked to remove a man who allegedly was bothering customers at a Portland Road store. The subject told police that he had been evicted from a hotel, and was trying to find a ride to Naples.

Police provided a ride to the Naples town line.

2:34 a.m.

Police checked a noise complaint, and found five adults in a backyard around a campfire. The subjects were “apologetic” and agreed to

quiet down.

5:30 a.m. A driver apparently fell asleep and the vehicle struck a guardrail on the Moose Pond Causeway.

The crash disabled the small pickup, and it was towed.

5:58 p.m. A citizen sought to speak with an officer regarding attaining a restraining order.

10:49 p.m. Following a stop at the intersection of Portland and Willett Roads, police arrested a subject on a warrant, and then transported the individual to the county jail.

11:55 p.m. Police, fire and rescue personnel responded to a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of Main Street and Kansas Road. A vehicle slammed into a utility pole.

Sunday, August 5 12:54 p.m. A motor vehicle crash occurred on Maple Street.

2:29 p.m. A caller requested to speak to an officer regarding what could be done about an older man pursuing a family member.

2:45 p.m. Minor damage was reported following a crash on Portland Road.

3:20 p.m. No injuries were reported following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Sandy Creek Road and South High Street.

4:45 p.m. A subject requested a police escort to her ex-boyfriend’s home to exchange money.

9:33 p.m. Sgt. Reese and Officer Hammond checked a wooded area behind NAPA

on Portland Road after receiving a report of a female screaming. Two females were located, and informed police that they had a verbal dispute. Both were warned.

10:06 p.m. A Forest Avenue resident reported seeing someone attempting to break into a vehicle, and then running into the woods.

10:43 p.m. Police located a vehicle which had reportedly been traveling erratically on Route 302. The driver was tired.

11:27 p.m. Sgt. Reese and Officer Hammond checked the shipping area of a Portland Road store regarding a female sitting there.

Police found the female, contacted her mother, and she left without incident.

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August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 7A

Reflections: Peter Hastings, the people’s attorney (Continued from Page 1A) going by his lifelong, local name “Judge Hastings.”

Growing up in Fryeburg, Peter’s favorite memory was the month of April when he was taken out of school to go trapping with his mother and father at the family camp on Kezar Pond.

“We had no electricity and no running water at camp, but did have a 28-party telephone line. My father did his work from there as needed. I spent hours and hours trapping muskrat with my father.

One year, we got 411 of them and they sold for up to $4 each. $1,600 was a very big deal back then. My father would also ‘trap the girls a fur coat.’ He would send the pelts to Murphy’s in Lewiston to make coats for each girl in the family.

They were beautiful. I still have one of the coats he made for my mother.”

At Fryeburg Academy, Peter excelled in sports, particularly baseball, and was the team catcher. He was an avid hunter and recalls being sent home from school during hunting season for not shaving. One of his teachers encouraged him to regale classmates with his hunting stories. Peter feels it was mostly to learn his locations! During his senior year, he gave up basketball for a time because he got a horse instead. That horse was kept at what is now Fryeburg Academy’s Fessenden House, which no longer serves as a horse stable but as the residence of the head of school. Peter graduated from Fryeburg Academy with the Class of

Peter Hastings, back in the day 1953.

Peter says he thought he wanted to be a farmer around that time. That thought left him when a family friend woke him up at 10 a.m. one day and told him, “If you’re going to be a farmer, you should have been up five hours ago.”

Peter’s real-life plan was to become a lawyer. He attended Bowdoin College in Brunswick, where he was a baseball player and ski racer. He finished his undergraduate degree in 1957. Bowdoin, founded in 1794, is the oldest college in Maine, and includes alums such as Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, both Class of 1825, Senator George Mitchell, Class of 1954, and Leon Gorman, Class of 1956, the grandson of L.L. Bean who went on to become president and CEO of the Bean family company. Leon Gorman and Peter Hastings were roommates. Peter’s great-grandfather David, was Class of 1845, grandfather Edward,

Class of 1879, father Hugh, Class of 1911, and brothers David, Class of 1946 and Hugh II, Class of 1950.

Peter went on to law school at Boston University and continued on to NYU’s graduate school of business for further training in finance. In 1958, he married Anne Amirault of Bath, a recently graduated dental hygienist working in Brookline, Mass. They began a family in 1960 with the birth of their first son, Mark.

Peter passed the bar exam in both Maine and New Hampshire. In 1961, he moved his young family to his hometown and joined the family firm, Hastings & Sons.

Peter and Anne’s family expanded with the births of children Greg (1961), Allison (1962), Bradley (1964) and Carrie (1966).

They all attended Fryeburg schools. Mark, Greg and Allison are lawyers. Greg attended Bowdoin representing a fifth generation of Hastings alums. Bradley owns the largest indoor dog daycare facility in Boston.

Carrie lives in California and travels extensively with her husband. Greg has two children and Allison has three.

Peter and Anne divorced after 29 years of marriage.

After a few years as a bachelor, Peter was introduced to Stephanie “Stefi” Reed Markham of North Conway by caring friends. Stefi, an accomplished photographer, has served on several local boards and nonprofits, most recently the New England Ski Museum.

Peter and Stefi married in

AT THE LAW OFFICE in Fryeburg Attorney Peter Hastings with longtime assistant, Judy McIver.

1991. Peter’s merged family now meant seven children with the addition of Stefi’s daughter, Tinka and son, Sam. 83 years old in July, Peter still practices law regularly. “I work almost every day,” he said.

Judy McIver has been Peter’s assistant since 2000.

“Peter is well known for being a people’s attorney. Appointments have not always been necessary with him. On many occasions, clients would walk through the front door and Peter would graciously take them into his office without hesitation. If clients were unable to come to the office due to poor health or sickness, Peter would go to them. He recognized hardship cases and offered to help in any way he could,” she said. “Peter is a wealth of knowledge of everything Fryeburg. He was an amazing litigator and courtroom attorney. I’ve always said, Peter could get more work

done in an hour than most attorneys could in a day.”

Hastings Law Office changed its name to Hastings Malia in 2013 when attorney and nonfamily member Peter Malia of Fryeburg became a partner.

As a devoted and loyal citizen to the town of Fryeburg, Peter says, “To me, Fryeburg is still a small town where people are very supportive of one another.

I think we have been fortunate to have Fryeburg Academy here. Fryeburg has grown tremendously.

In 1961, the population was about 1,900, now it’s around 3,500. We have a good mix of people. It’s a wonderful place to raise a family. I’ve been very blessed to have been able to stay in Fryeburg and make my living here.”

On a national level, Peter has concerns about the country’s divisiveness.

“As a young person, I admired Kennedy even

though I was a Republican at that time. He brought out the best in us. As a nation, we are much better together than apart,” he said. “America has always been a wonderful place for people to come. We are a country of immigrants. It’s how we started and how we’ve grown. I don’t think we can shut the door. It doesn’t help us to keep out those who are going to be our fiber and future. We’ve always lived best through our immigrants if you will.

They’ve been the backbone of our country.”

Peter and Stefi Hastings spend their days fairly quietly now. They are both avid readers and walkers.

“Reading is the greatest pastime. I like all books and really enjoy history,” Peter said.

Peter and his sister, Mary Hastings Dumas, are the two surviving children of the eight offspring of Hugh and Martha Hastings of Fryeburg.

Stone Mountain Arts anniversary show Aug. 16 a lobby. Stone Mountain has become a haven for performers who extol its hospitality as “second to none.” It is now a sought-out wedding venue as well.

Join the annual concert and auction event to benefit the one and only Stone Mountain Arts Center.

Carol Noonan and the Stone Mountain Boys, featuring Duke Levine and Kevin Barry, with special guest Grammy-nominated alt country singer-songwriter Robbie Fulks, will perform and there will be a silent auction as well as a live auction hosted by Nigel

Hoggsbottem, aka Mike Miclon. Items up for bid include season passes, autographed items, tickets, and a collection of cool stuff donated by local businesses.

It’s no secret that SMAC needs a little help now and then. It’s not easy to bring music up to the mountains all year long. Some shows will sell well and some won’t — this annual fundraiser helps provide a safety net to cover that.

Tickets are available online at www.stonemountainartscenter.com or by calling the box office at 935HARVEST GOLD GALLERY showing As Good as It Gets, painting by Diane Scott.

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Invasive plants (Continued from Page 3A) July 24 training as a jumping off point for further efforts to catalog aquatic plants. Additional invasive aquatic plant training is being offered in the Bridgton area by Lake Stewards of Maine. A comprehensive, six-hour classroom experience is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Maine Lakes Science Center.

On Tuesday, Aug. 28, from 9 a.m. to noon, LEA will host an Invasive Plant Paddle at Highland Lake. There is no cost for the training. For more information, contact Mary Maxwell at 647-5253 or register at: lakestewardsofmaine.org

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(Continued from Page 6A) sample for just $5.

The 15th annual Maine Lakes Brewfest is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be 30-plus brewers along with food vendors and two bands.

Tickets are $35 now through Sept. 26, and $40 at the door. No one under the age of 21 admitted. All ages ID required. Held rain or shine. Order tickets at www.MaineLakesBrewfest. com For more information, contact Angie at 647-3472 or officemanager@mainelakeschamber.com

her subject matter to life and invites the viewer to sit and contemplate each piece.

Scott moved from Canada to New England and became a full-time painter in 1996.

She received her BFA from Hertfordshire College of Art and Design in St Albans, England in 1985 and then continued to study at the North River Arts Society under John Kilroy for six years. She has taught various

workshops to demonstrate her distinctive style of using oil paints. Her extensive list of accolades includes Juror’s Awards from the Cape Cod Art Association and Best Marine Painting awards from the North River Arts Society.

Scott says that her paintings “take on a life of their own” during the creation process. Often beginning her work plein air (outside, painting what is seen at that

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Once this is done, she takes her work inside to finish it.

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BROWNFIELD — Stone Mountain Arts Center (SMAC) is celebrating a dozen years of music in the mountains with the Stone Mountain LIVE Anniversary Show on Thursday, Aug. 16.

Stone Mountain Arts Center opened its doors in 2006 down a dusty dirt road in Brownfield, Maine.

Since then, the timber frame music hall has welcomed hundreds of national acts including Lyle Lovett, Aaron Neville, Lucinda Williams, Mavis Staples, the Indigo Girls, Richie Havens, Ralph Stanley, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, the Cowboy Junkies, Lae Street Dive, Patty Griffin, Robert Cray, Bela Fleck, Peter Wolf and more.

Stone Mountain also hosts a free music series opening up the world of music to all.

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(Continued from Page 1A) summer activities in Naples.

This is the biggest event, second maybe to the Bluesfest,” Foreman said. Additionally, the Causeway offers scenic views of the mountains and water, he said.

“If you go to any of the other wooden boat shows, very few have the setting that this one does,” Foreman said.

The number of boats has expanded in the past few years.

“As a matter of fact, we used to have the show the first weekend in August. But that was the same weekend

that there was one in Clayton, New York. We switched the show to the second weekend in August so the people from Clayton, New York,” could attend, he said “We have gotten more and more classic fiberglass boats from the 1950s and 1960s.

Those are becoming more and more popular,” Foreman said. These vintage fiberglass boats range in size from 14 to 20 feet long, he said.

“Because they have become older and older as time goes on they have gained popularity” with the crowds, he said.

Manager’s post

(Continued from Page 1A) manager’s direct responsibility,” he said.

Morton suggested a parttime position that includes the duties of road commissioner.

Selectman Plummer spoke.

“I have never liked the responsibility, the liability of it all. The road commissioner should have been at a different table than yours,” Plummer said.

Morton agreed with removing some of the roles that had previously been left on the town manager’s plate.

“We have made the changes. The town manager is no longer the treasurer and tax collector,” he said, adding

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that was a logical split of duties.

Hancock said it would be appropriate for the board members to jot down ideas regarding the future town manager.

“As we are putting this together, we are preparing for the town manager after that. I mean we are going to get maybe five years” from the person who is hired,” she said. “We are not going to get another 40-year town manager.”

Selectman Mary Fernandes spoke.

“I see this [topic] as being ongoing, especially with someone who has been doing that job for 40 years,” she said.

Plummer said, “It is a substantial transition for us.”

Foreman’s boat is a ’53 Chris-Craft Rocket made of “highly-varnished mahogany.”

Foreman said the show is a family-friendly event.

“It is a great time. It is great for kids, to give kids the experience of seeing wooden boats. Some kids look at the wooden boats and they cannot believe they float. They are used to seeing the fiberglass boats,” he said.

Vintage marine vessels might be in the spotlight, but classic cars are part of the show, too.

“We have a nice mix of wooden boats and classic cars,” Foreman said.

A few years back, the Woodie club invited the amphibious vehicle owner to join, according to amphi owner Jon March.

It ended up that the amphibious vehicle owners loved Naples so much, the club decided to branch off on its own, he said. Last weekend, the amphibious vehicles gathered in Naples. The owners cruised the Causeway and picnicked on the sandbar at Sebago State Park, March said.

A few of the amphibious cars will be on hand for water-launch demonstrations this weekend, March said.

Foreman invited people to see the Classic Watercraft Parade on Friday night.

“Not to forget, we have a Friday night boat parade on Brandy Pond, under the bridge and out into the lake,” Foreman said.

CELEBRATING 40TH ANNIVERSARY — The Bridgton Arts and Crafts building at 12 Depot Street in Bridgton celebrated its 40th anniversary this week with a Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting! The old G.A.R. Hall was built in 1896 by the Army of the Republic, Farragut Memorial Post. In 1978, Eula Shorey set forth a proposal to Bridgton selectmen for the Arts & Craft Society to occupy and update the building. For 40 years, visitors have enjoyed shopping for original Maine creations at Bridgton’s Co-op Center. The Bridgton Arts & Crafts members have assembled a queen-size quilt to be raffled off to replace the front doors with some others that were donated and are of the same period as the building. Raffle tickets can be purchased at the shop for $1 each or six for $5. The raffle drawing will be Sept. 30, and you don’t have to be present to win! Pictured are (front, left to right) Erin Davis, Audrey Dodds, Chamber Executive Director Sue Mercer and Marilyn Schoen; (back row) Margaret Mathis, Jean McNell, Janie Jud, Joanne Zalewski and Ruth Palmer.

Harrison town notes

(Continued from Page 3A) valued at $200,000 would see an increase in the tax bill of $30 over last year’s bill.

Road Work. Public Works has completed the replacement of culverts on Maple Ridge Road. Those locations will be gravel until the paving compa-

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Transfer Station plan.

Harrison officials will be

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2018 SLLMF final concert

Milltown Roadshow

Milltown Roadshow at Brick Church

well as her signature energetic stage presence.

Greatly enriching the band’s overall sound is Oklahoma native Jeanine Loubier, who delivers solid, creative work on fiddle, banjo, mandolin, and keyboard, and adds depth to the singing with sweet vocal harmonies. Her sparkling instrumental work makes her a crowd favorite, especially when she gets toes tapping with one of her spirited fiddle tunes.

Rounding out the band’s sound with an all-important bass beat is its fifth member, John Sparrow. Although he plays many instruments, John sticks to his acoustic bass fiddle with the Roadshow. Over the years he has performed with folk groups in the 60s, Sugarloaf-area bands in the 70s, and more recently in several bluegrass bands including the Danville Junction Boys and the Hemingway Brothers Band.

The Brick Church for the Performing Arts is located on Christian Hill in Lovell. The concert will take place at 7 p.m. and tickets are available at the door: $10 for adults and $5 for children; refreshments will be served at intermission.

For more information contact Stan Tupaj at 925-1500 or visit www.lovellbrickchurch.org

Dvořák joyfully blends his Slavonic musical heritage with European classical traditions. This concert will be a fitting and dazzling finale to the Festival’s 46th season!

Pianist and Music Director Mihae Lee will be joined by a stellar group of renowned artists including violinists Catherine Cho and TienHsin Cindy Wu, violist Todd Phillips, and cellist Ronald Thomas.

Tickets are $25 each and the concert is free for anyone 21 and under. All tickets are for open seating. Tickets will be held at the front entrance box office and are available on concert nights starting at 6:45 p.m. Reserved tickets must be picked up by 7:20 p.m. Purchase tickets online at http://sllmf.org/tickets/ or call 781-3202. For more information including artist bios, please visit www. sebagomusicfestival.org Internationally-renowned violinist and violist Todd Phillips.

Camp Susan Curtis fundraiser LOVELL — On Friday, Aug. 10, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. the Susan L. Curtis Foundation will host a silent auction fundraiser and evening with Maine authors at the beautiful Pleasant Point Inn in Lovell.

The auction features some very impressive items — some that would make great holiday gifts, and others you might want to keep for yourself. Travel packages, food offerings, artwork, services and recreation experiences will all be up for bid.

Hotel and inn stays in London, Boston, Bermuda, and Iceland are some of the most attractive items for those who want to get away for a break. Several local restaurants are offering dinners and food including a lobster bake at Migis Lodge, high tea at the Clipper Merchant Tea House, and dinner for two

at Severance Lodge and Old Saco Inn. A variety of artwork will be available in the auction as well. Original watercolors and sculpture are on offer along with jewelry, a signed first edition Stephen King book, and other desirable items. A professional photography session and college essay support consultation will also be up for sale.

If none of this is appealing, perhaps rounds of golf or baseball tickets will be of interest, or even the most intriguing “From Maine to Mars! Threepart space package” (whatever that might be!).

In addition to the silent auction, participants will enjoy a wonderful dinner at Pleasant Point Inn, get to meet three fascinating Maine authors, and hear them speak about their work. But the real reason to attend this event is

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State Street Jazz Band in Otisfield

OTISFIELD — The State Street Traditional Jazz Band is bringing its authentic Preservation Hall jazz to the Bell Hill Meetinghouse, 191 Bell Hill Rd. in Otisfield on Sunday, Aug. 19, starting at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6).

The public is invited to a splendid evening of this classic relaxed but vibrant jazz that originated in New Orleans in the 1920s. Come listen to these complex, musical tempos where improvisation reigns, held together by an almost hypnotic, relaxed beat and a strong, warm melody.

The ensemble includes clarinetists Barry Daniel and Pete Collins, both raised in Maine, pianist Doug Protsik, banjoist and vocalist Peter Dunphy, and vocalist Bill Rayne. The group’s mission is to produce good-time music to make people happy, which is what they promise to do at this hilltop concert. The intermission will feature lemonade and cookies from Hungry Hollow.

Everyone is welcome to come have a great time with smooth jazz at this historic building in Otisfield.

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LOVELL — On Thursday, Aug. 16, the award-winning Milltown Roadshow will perform their entertaining blend of popular “Americana” music and well-crafted original songs at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts in Lovell. With their blended vocal harmonies and strong instrumental work, this acoustic ensemble from the Bridgton area has been attracting a large, enthusiastic following. As veteran musicians, the band’s five members represent well over 235 years of combined performing experience!

This experience recently paid off during creation of their first CD, Live and On Time, featuring 15 songs, including eight of their own compositions.

Leading the group is Terry Swett on vocals, harmonica, and rhythm acoustic guitar.

Terry brings a lifetime of solo and duet work to the band, along with a large portfolio of original songs inspired by youthful travels throughout America where, at times, he literally sang for his supper.

His journey included time on Nashville’s “music row” where he polished song-writing skills and shared stages with some of the best writers in the business.

A second cornerstone is Jack D. Jolie with vocals, and acoustic guitar. Living in Nashville with his songwriter dad allowed Jack to learn guitar technique from top-level professionals. Ensuing years have firmly established him as both solo performer and band member, especially in bluegrass where he recorded two CDs with the Connecticut bluegrass band “Grass Routes.” Jack’s extensive vocal repertoire, driving rhythm, and dazzling flat-picking are becoming legendary and contribute to the band’s energy and appeal.

Female vocals and harmonies are contributed by veteran performer Diane “DJ” Maddix.

DJ is best known for her work with the former band “Steppin’ Out,” which won band competitions in New England and also performed briefly in Nashville and Las Vegas.

She has also been named Down East Country Music Association’s “female vocalist of the year” and “female entertainer of the year.” On stage, Diane delivers strong vocals as

The final concert of the 46th season of the SebagoLong Lake Music Festival will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at 7:30 p.m., at the Deertrees Theatre in Harrison.

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Entertainment & Concerts

Thursday, August 9 Neptune’s Car, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., north lawn of the Noble House Inn, 81 Highland Rd., Bridgton. Award-winning acoustic duo playing original contemporary folk music.

Arrivals welcome 6 p.m. and on for the show. Bring blankets or chairs, no alcohol please. Suggested donation of $10 – $15, all proceeds go to the musicians. FMI 647-3733.

Live at the Fillmore: The Definitive Tribute to the Original Allman Brothers Band, Arts Jubilee Concert, 7 p.m., outdoors at Cranmore Mountain Resort, North Conway, N.H. Hear the music from the glory days of the original Allman Brothers Band. Tickets $12 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students. Kids 12 and under free. Local opening act at 6 p.m. — Dennis & Davey. FMI www.artsjubilee.com Howie Day, Paris Hill Music Festival, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church of Paris, 500 Paris Hill Rd. in South Paris.

Maine native and international star with unique style using effects pedals and loop-sampling, layering live percussion with vocals and guitar as a veritable one-man band. Tickets $35, available at The Tribune, Main St. in Norway; Paris Hill Country Club, online at www.parishillmusicfestival.com or by calling 743-9390.

Friday, August 10 Nichole Nordeman, Paris Hill Music Festival, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church of Paris, 500 Paris Hill Rd. in South Paris. Award-winning Christian singer-songwriter recording with Sparrow/EMI CMG sings about personal journeys through life and the struggle to be a “real person” Christian in today’s culture. Tickets $25, available at The Tribune, Main St. in Norway; Paris Hill Country Club, online at www. parishillmusicfestival.com or by calling 743-9390.

Heather Pierson Acoustic Trio & Ordinary Elephant, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. Popular folk, jazz, and blues trio singing traditional and original songs, plus

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Summer scene special guests husband and wife collaboration Ordinary Elephant. Tickets $22 adult, $14 child. FMI 583-6747 or www.deertrees-theatre.org Saturday, August 11 Free community concerts, Paris Hill Music Festival, noon to 5 p.m., 500 Paris Hill Rd. in South Paris. Five local groups and individuals will be performing for the public to help raise funds for the Fesitival’s charitable activities. All are welcome.

Let’s Hang On!, Paris Hill Music Festival, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church of Paris, 500 Paris Hill Rd. in South Paris. America’s number one Frankie Valli Tribute Show featuring the music of the great Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Tickets $35, available at The Tribune, Main St. in Norway; Paris Hill Country Club, online at www. parishillmusicfestival.com or by calling 743-9390.

Open Mic Night, 7 p.m., Hiram Community Center, 14 Historical Ridge, Hiram. BYOB, snacks and soft drinks available. Free and open to everyone, donations gratefully accepted.

David Mallett, 7:30 p.m., Saco River Theatre, 29 Salmon Falls Rd. Bar Mills. One of America’s true folk troubadours returns to the SRT after a sold-out show last year. Tickets: $30 general admission, $25 seniors/students. FMI and tickets call 929-6476 or go to www.sacorivertheatre.org Sunday, August 12 Naples Summer Concert on the Village Green featuring Brian Curtis Johnson and Darren playing favorites from the 60s and 70s, 6 – 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. In case of rain the concert will be held at the Naples Methodist Church.

Monday, August 13 Ken and Jane Brooks in concert, 6:30 p.m., outside at the gazebo at Poland Spring Resort, 55 Robbins Way, Poland Spring. Award-winning bluegrass musicians performing together since 2004. Named “Vocal Duo of the Year” by the Maine Academy of Country Music. Free admission. In case of rain the concert will be held in the All Souls Chapel at the Resort.

Tuesday, August 14 Heather Pierson Musical Meditations, 6 p.m., Dragonfly Barn, 95 Sanborns Grove Rd. (off Highland Ridge) in Bridgton. A continuation of a project to create instrumental music for mindfulness and meditation. Come for an hour of rest, relaxation, and deep peace. Tickets $10. FMI www. heatherpierson.com/musical_meditations Sebago Long Lake Music Festival, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. The final concert of the 2018 series — Program 5: Debussy, Kodaly, and Dvorak. Tickets $25; concerts are free for anyone 21 and under. Purchase tickets online at http://sllmf.org/tickets/ or via check mailed to P.O. Box 544, Harrison, ME 04040. FMI www. sebagomusicfestival.org Art Moves Dance Ensemble Summer Salad performances, 7:30 p.m. (doors open 7 p.m.), Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, 256 Main St., South Paris.

A variety of dance and live musical numbers performed by members of the Cottage Street Creative Exchange.

Admission by donation at the door. Proceeds to benefit

nonprofit Cottage Street Creative Exchange programs. FMI 743-5569.

Thursday, August 16 Milltown Roadshow, 7 p.m., Brick Church for the Performing Arts, Christian Hill Rd., Lovell. Local favorites performing a mix of popular “Americana” music as well as their own original songs with well blended vocals and strong instrumental work. Tickets available at the door: $10 adults, $5 for children; refreshments served at intermission. FMI contact Stan Tupaj at 925-1500 or visit www.lovellbrickchurch.org Steve Kelly & the Cherry Cherry Band Arts Jubilee Concert, 7 p.m., outdoors at Cranmore Mountain Resort, North Conway, N.H. Peforming music of the great Neil Diamond. Tickets $12 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students. Kids 12 and under free. Local opening act at 6 p.m. — Bennett & Perkins. FMI www.artsjubilee.com Women of Song: Maine Singer-Songwriters, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. Three talented women from Maine — Emilia Dahlin, Sorcha Cribben-Merrill, and Ronda Dale share their original music and storytelling lyrics in the historic theatre specifically designed with fantastic acoustics to enhance musical performances. Tickets $16. FMI 5836747 or www.deertrees-theatre.org Friday, August 17 The Puffers in concert, 7 p.m., Cornerstone Gospel Chapel, 25 Sebago Rd., Naples. Country gospel duo Bob and Darleen have had numerous songs in Christian Country Charts. Bob has composed over 400 songs and both he and Darleen play multiple instruments as well as sing. Free admission but donations gratefully accepted. FMI 693-6102.

Saturday, August 18 Cheryl Wheeler in concert, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. Singer-songwriter extraordinaire Cheryl Wheeler puts on an emotional roller coaster of a concert that has you rolling in the aisles laughing one minute then choking back tears the next. Her performances are more like comedy club rather than folk club events and audiences love them! Tickets $25 adult, $16 child. FMI 583-6747 or www. deertrees-theatre.org Ameranouche, 7:30 p.m., Denmark Arts Center, 50 W. Main St. in Denmark. Enjoy the unique sound of “hot acoustic gypsy flamenco swing,” a fresh and enjoyable new sound for the 21st century. All tickets general admission, $15 adults, $12 seniors (65+), $8 kids under 18. FMI 452-2412 or www.denmarkarts.org Sunday, August 19 Naples Summer Concert on the Village Green featuring Milltown Roadshow performing Americana favorites and their own original songs, 6 – 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. In case of rain the concert will be held at the Naples Methodist Church.

State Street Traditional Jazz Band, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6), Bell Hill Meetinghouse, 191 Bell Hill Rd., Otisfield.

Authentic Preservation Hall jazz from 1920s New Orleans.

Classic but relaxed music with a hypnotic beat and strong melody. The group aims to produce good time music that makes people happy. Free admission, lemonade and cookies from Hungry Hollow served at intermission.

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For nearly 50 years, its multiyear programs have been dedicated to improving the lives and futures of economically disadvantaged Maine youth.

Each year, Camp Susan Curtis, the flagship program, hosts approximately 500 Maine boys and girls ages eight to 18 from all 16 Maine counties to teach life and leadership skills, including literacy support, in a residential camp setting. Additional learning opportunities are provided through CSC leaders during the school year. The majority of CSC youth return year after year, and 99 percent of those who complete the CSC leadership program graduate from high school, with nearly eight out of 10 advancing to some form of post-secondary education or training.

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Lovell Arts & Artisan Fair Theatre

Concert cancelled

HARRISON — The unique concert The Juliet Letters by The Rose Quartet, which was scheduled at Deertrees Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 11, has been canceled due to unexpected circumstances. Deertrees apologizes for any inconvenience.

The remaining events scheduled in August will take place as planned.

Roger Williams set up his easel at the first fair held on Appleseed Farm and demonstrated how he paints. When later told to submit his work for jury approval he said “What? I started it! The reason I still go is that 90 percent of the artists make a living this way, not a hobby.”

The beautiful and always brightly-dressed Linda Gale hosted the second fair on the front lawn of her home, Lovell’s Millbank Manor, where she has lived for 54 years. “The artists hung their work on the corral. My daughter Dawn drew horses on cards and her friend Martha Ryan made macrame bracelets for sale from the kids table while Roger painted at his easel.”

Local native trees are made into boxes by Brent Legere who said, “At the fair three years ago I discovered my boxes were viable as a fulltime endeavor.” Brent fells,

Arts Water exhibition, Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main St. (Rte. 160), Denmark. Runs through August. Open during events and on Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. FMI info@denmarkarts.org or 452-2412.

Saturday, August 11 Summer Plein Air painting with Diane Scott, 10 a.m. – midafternoon, Harvest Gold Gallery, 1082 Main Street, Center Lovell.

Stop by and see the artist painting in the garden then discover art, jewelry, and other treasures inside the gallery.

Fairs & Festivals

3rd Annual Foothill Food Festival, 12 – 8 p.m., Longley Square, Norway, rain or shine. A celebration of local food featuring local food vendors serving everything from barbecue to vegetarian fare, a regional farmers market, beer tasting garden, live music, and educational workshops and activities for all ages. Visit www.foothillsfoodfestival. org for Festival details, schedules, and more information.

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Part ghost story and part psychological thriller promises to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

mills, and solar dries wood on his family’s Appleseed Farm, the location of the first Arts and Artisans Fair in 1975. His Lovell Box Company also makes custom furniture.

Tom Ackley, a teacher at Fryeburg Academy for 31 years, now “turns” exotic and native wood into bowls, bracelets, and vases “including the worm holes and bark.

An arborist and a former student of mine provided a butternut tree from Fryeburg’s Main Street. The fair is wellrespected and it’s a privilege to be included.”

“This fair has the most authentic community partici-

pation of all the fairs. Even the library ladies make lunch,” says Lovell printmaker Sue Sidwell who works in her studio on Matinicus Island.

Painter Candace Maher, whose work sells from a tiny Eaton, N.H. studio with an honor box says, “the sweetest deal is there is help everywhere unloading your work for display.”

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Breakfasts & Suppers Saturday, August 11 5th Annual Lobster dinner, first sitting 4:30 p.m., second sitting 6 p.m., East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Rd., one mile off Rte. 121 in Otisfield. Menu features 1¼ pound lobster or half a chicken from the grill, coleslaw, corn on the cob, dinner roll, drawn butter, blueberry cake, and other refreshments. Tickets $20, must be purchased in advance. FMI and reservations call 712-6605. Proceeds benefit church projects.

Baked bean supper, 5 – 6:30 p.m., Sebago Town Meeting Hall, Route 107 in Sebago. Menu includes baked beans, hot dogs, potato salad, coleslaw, desserts, and more. Adults $9, kids six to 12 $5, children under five eat for free.

Wednesday, August 15 Summer community breakfast, 7:30 – 10 a.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road, next to the Congregational Church in Waterford. The final breakfast of the season featuring freshly-baked muffins, eggs, pancakes with real maple syrup, donut holes, and beverages. Glutenfree options available. Adults $8, children five to 10 $4, children under five eat for free. Indoor yard sale in the Wilkins House basement 7:30 – 11 a.m.

Thursday, August 16 Annual pig roast and turkey dinner, 5 – 8 p.m., Fryeburg Fairgrounds Craft Barn, Route 5 in Fryeburg.

Locally-raised pork, fresh corn on the cob, and all the fixin’s. All are welcome! $10 adults, $5 children under 10. Please pay cash at the door. To support Fryeburg Rescue and outreach programs.

Saturday, August 18 “Famous” chicken pie supper, Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church, Bolsters Mills Road, Bolsters Mills village, Harrison. First sitting 5 p.m., second sitting 6 p.m., third sitting to follow if needed. Menu features chicken pie, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, rolls, homemade desserts, and beverages. $10 adults, $5 children under 12. Reservations accepted on Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon by confirmation. Call 583-9024 to make reservations. DO NOT LEAVE A MESSAGE. Sunday, August 19 Lions Club pancake breakfast, 7:30 – 11 a.m., Long Lake Park (near the Village Tie Up), Main Street in Harrison. All you can eat blueberry, chocolate chip, or plain pancakes with sausage, juice, and coffee. $8 adults, $5 children under 10.

Public supper and hymn sing, 5 p.m., South Bridgton Congregational Church, 16 Fosterville Rd., off Route 107 in South Bridgton. A hymn sing with an organist will follow the dinner. Tickets $10 per person. Call Karen at 693-2652 for more information and to make reservations.

Don’t miss out on the fun and fellowship!

Tuesday, August 21 All You Can Eat buffet public supper, 5 – 6:30 p.m., North Waterford Congregational Church, off Rte. 35, opposite Melby’s Market. Baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverages, and homemade desserts. $9 adults, $4.50 children under 12.

Thursday, August 9 Master storyteller Jo Radner tells “Colonial Stories: The Tangled Lives of Native Americans and English Settlers,” 7 p.m. in the “Temperance Barn” at Narramissic, Bridgton Historical Society’s farmstead in South Bridgton. If you have never been to one of Jo’s performances, you are in for a real treat. If you have heard her before, you know what that means! Admission $5 per person, $4 for BHS members.

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Turn of the Screw, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. The classic Henry James ghost story adapted for the stage by Jeffrey Hatcher. Sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish! Tickets $22 adults, $14 children. FMI 583-6747 or www.deertreestheatre.org Friday, August 10 Lake Region Community Theatre production of Into the Woods, 7:30 p.m., Lake Region High School, Naples. Contemporary musical retelling of classic fairy tales by The Brothers Grimm. Tickets $16 adults, $12 seniors/students. Tickets on sale at Lemon & Tulips (Fryeburg), Bridgton Books and Hayes True Value (Bridgton), Krainin Real Estate (Raymond), Watkins Flowers and Casco Public Library (Casco), and Naples Public Library and Aubuchon Hardware (Naples).

Saturday, August 11 Lake Region Community Theatre production of Into the Woods, 7:30 p.m., Lake Region High School, Naples. Contemporary musical retelling of classic fairy tales by The Brothers Grimm. Tickets $16 adults, $12 seniors/ students. Tickets on sale at Lemon & Tulips (Fryeburg), Bridgton Books and Hayes True Value (Bridgton), Krainin Real Estate (Raymond), Watkins Flowers and Casco Public Library (Casco), and Naples Public Library and Aubuchon Hardware (Naples).

Steven Ragatz’s Under the Umbrella, Life is a Circus, 7:30 p.m. Family-friendly virtuoso juggling and stories from worldwide circus adventures. The Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Rd., South Paris. FMI 743-8452 or www.CelebrationBarn.com Sunday, August 12 Lake Region Community Theatre production of Into the Woods, 2 p.m., Lake Region High School, Naples. Contemporary musical retelling of classic fairy tales by The Brothers Grimm. Tickets $16 adults, $12 seniors/students. Tickets on sale at Lemon & Tulips (Fryeburg), Bridgton Books and Hayes True Value (Bridgton), Krainin Real Estate (Raymond), Watkins Flowers and Casco Public Library (Casco), and Naples Public Library and Aubuchon Hardware (Naples).

Turn of the Screw, 8 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. The classic Henry James ghost story adapted for the stage by Jeffrey Hatcher. Sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish! Tickets $22 adults, $14 children. FMI 583-6747 or www.deertrees-theatre.org Friday, August 17 Turn of the Screw, 2 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. The classic ghost story/psychological thriller written by Henry James and adapted for the stage by Jeffrey Hatcher. An unsuspecting governess is hired by a wealthy recluse to look after two young orphans who are not as innocent as they seem. Tickets $14. FMI 583-6747 or www.deertrees-theatre.org Turn of the Screw, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. The classic ghost story/psychological thriller written by Henry James and adapted for the stage by Jeffrey Hatcher. An unsuspecting governess is hired by a wealthy recluse to look after two young orphans who are not as innocent as they seem. Tickets $22 adult, $14 child. FMI 583-6747 or www.deertrees-theatre.org Saturday, August 18 Happenstance Theater’s Pinot and Augustine, 7:30 p.m. Family friendly clown duo inspired by the golden age of circus. The Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Rd., South Paris. FMI 743-8452 or www.

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LOVELL — Anticipation is building around Lovell’s 43rd annual Arts and Artisans Fair, which will take place on Saturday, Aug. 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Suncook School, 95 Main St. in Lovell.

The event benefits the Charlotte Hobbs Library and, although admission is free, the artists donate a percentage of their earnings to the library.

This is one of the oldest arts fairs in the area and considered a high-end, sophisticated, professional event. All of the work in the fair must be handmade and approved by a jury.

The mission of the jurors is “selection based on the level of artistry, not on the commercial viability of the work.”

Most of the individuals selling work at the fair have been participating for many years. This year only eight of the 48 artisans displaying their work are new to the fair.

Ken Kantro has shown his work at the fair for 42 years, missing only 2015 for heart surgery. “The fair reminds me where I’ve been and where I’m going and continues the local arts and crafts movement begun in the early 20th century by Lovell’s “rusticators.” My work, then pewter bowls, is now bought by the grandchildren of my first customers! The fair is a family tradition.”

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Sunday marks end of Deertrees season

HARRISON — The week of Aug. 12 marks the final week of Deertrees Theatre’s 82nd season. The Adirondackstyle historic building has hosted over 112 musicians on stage this summer, as well as 10 theatre artists in four diverse plays, making this one of the most ambitious seasons in the theatre’s history.

On Thursday, Aug. 16, at 7:30 p.m. the audience will enjoy three talented female singer-songwriters from Maine: Emilia Dahlin, Sorcha Cribben-Merrill, and Ronda Dale in a one-of-a-kind Women of Song, which is perfect for our historic 1936 opera house specifically-designed for music and live performance. Emilia, Sorcha, and Ronda promise to share their incredible range of talent, original music, and wonderful storytelling lyrics through music that will touch your heart and stir your soul. Tickets are $16 and this is a great value for the entire family.

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Sorcha Cribben-Merrill

saved one of the best concerts of the summer for last — legendary performer and contemporary folk singer-songwriter Cheryl Wheeler rounds out the 82nd season on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Cheryl is a folk festival favorite with her sharp wit and her achingly beautiful singing. Outrageously funny one moment and heartbreakingly vulnerable the next, Wheeler is a natural storyteller

Ronda Dale with a beautiful voice and her concerts include comic routines and serious discussions in addition to the songs themselves.

A gifted and prolific writer, Wheeler’s songs have been recorded by national artists as diverse as Suzy Bogguss, Garth Brooks, Bette Midler, Blake Shelton, Juice Newton, Peter Paul and Mary, Kathy Mattea, Gordon Lightfoot, and Jonathan Edwards, who has

been a champion of Cheryl’s work for years.

Cheryl’s records may defy easy categorization, but no one has any hesitation about labeling her songwriting as brilliant. Tickets $25 adult, $16 child.

Tickets for both concerts are available at www.deertrees-theatre.org and www. brownpapertickets.com or by calling the theatre’s box office Emilia Dahlin at 583-6747.

Ameranouche at Pierson, Ordinary Elephant concerts Denmark Arts

DENMARK — The Denmark Arts Center is pleased to present the unique award-winning band Ameranouche on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 7:30 p.m.

Ameranouche (pronounced uh-Mare-uh-noosh) plays a passionate style of music they call “Gypsy Flamenco Swing.” The group are veterans of the Newport Jazz Festival, Djangofest Northwest, Muzikfest Bethlehem, Pa., and the National Press Club. Their name is derived from two words: “American” and “Manouche,” the gypsy tribe of guitarist Django Reinhardt. The riproaring ensemble is a super force of hot acoustic gypsyinspired music mixed with flamenco, bebop, and jazz swing influences. Played on traditional French jazz guitars, the music is rhythmic, vigorous, and elegant.

Whether they’re playing a musette waltz from 1930 or an Andalusian-inspired original tune, Ameranouche’s Gypsy Flamenco Swing style is a fresh and highly enjoyable new sound for the 21st century.

Gypsy Flamenco Swing is about coming together and celebrating our shared humanity. Ameranouche is committed to connecting deeply with its audience and sharing joy and peace through its live shows and recorded albums Tickets to Ameranouche are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors (65+), and $8 for kids (under 18). All tickets are general admission; DAC members receive priority seating. Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly recommended. Lobby and concessions open at 7 p.m.

The Denmark Arts Center is located at 50 West Main St. in Denmark, only 30 minutes from North Conway, N.H. and one hour from Portland and Lewiston, Maine.

To purchase tickets or find more information visit www.

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HARRISON — The Heather Pierson Acoustic Trio and Ordinary Elephant will perform in a very special double bill at Deertrees Theatre in Harrison on Friday, Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m.

Based nearby in the Mount Washington Valley, the Heather Pierson Acoustic Trio are three musicians from three distinct generations and

Ordinary Elephant

backgrounds, bringing their skills and down-to-earth honesty to bear on original songs and choice covers that bring to life the sounds of the streets of New Orleans and the valleys of Appalachia.

With their “traveling music store” of instruments, this trio delivers heartfelt music with brilliant musicianship, stellar three-part vocals harmonies,

and earthy charm. Their latest CD, Singin’, released in June 2017, debuted at the top of the folk radio charts and was the number 11 album for the year. They recently returned from a national tour that included stops at the main stage of the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas and the legendary Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. The trio is: Heather Pierson (lead vocals, piano, acoustic guitar, tenor banjo, ukulele, melodica), Davy Sturtevant (cornet, dobro, acoustic guitar, fiddle, mandolin, harmony vocals) and Shawn Nadeau (bass, harmony vocals).

International Folk Music Awards 2017 Artist of the Year Ordinary Elephant captivates listeners with their

well-honed combination of insightful writing, effortless harmonies, and intertwined clawhammer banjo and guitar.

The collaboration of husband and wife, their connection, and their influences (such as Gillian Welch, Guy Clark, and Anais Mitchell) all meet on stage. You see it, hear it, and then you find yourself truly feeling it. “As genuine as it gets,” says legendary Texas producer Lloyd Maines.

Deertrees Theatre is located at 156 Deertrees Rd. in Harrison. Tickets are available at the Deertrees box office, 583-6747, and online at www.deertrees-theatre.org.

More artist information is available at www.heatherpierson.com and www.ordinaryelephant.net

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Bridgton’s Mary Jewett studied ecology and works for the Lakes Environmental Association. Mary photographs when kayaking, hiking, or birdwatching. “I shoot, print, and uniquely frame what I love and wait for someone to come along who feels the same.”

Catherine McCann and her dog Sparky go out at 4:30 a.m. every day to shoot landscapes in Rockland. Last year she didn’t know how to use a computer. However, first prize at the lobster festival and lively sales of her work helped her get approved to show her work at this year’s fair.

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Pam Moulton is in charge of the residents at Hewn Oaks on the property owned by the notable Volk family of artists.

Douglas Volk’s life cast of Lincoln’s face and hands is on display at the Charlotte Hobbs Library.

Pam says she, “thinks less about selling than being included in the local art community.”

Rondi Stearns said the attendance has never been calculated because “the crowd passes through many entrances and exits” as they weave through the school’s hallways, gym, and cafeteria as well as the tents set up outside.

Everyone is encouraged to come experience the Lovell Arts and Artisans Fair for themselves. Come along on Saturday, meet the artists, and maybe even do a bit of early holiday shopping. See you there!

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DunCreagan at SRT

BAR MILLS —Known for innovative renditions of traditional Irish and Scottish music, DunCreagan was one of the first musical acts to perform at Saco River Theatre 28 years ago. They recently announced their return to action after a six-nation European tour, with sold-out gigs in Prague, Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, and Florence. Tom McKean (lead vocals, bodhrán, bouzouki), Carrick Eggleston (accordion), and Kelley Bishop (guitar, harmonicas) are joined again by talented fiddler Sarah Collins, formerly of Chasing Redbird. Within DunCreagan’s new material, a fresh chemistry emerges as the accordion and fiddle roll seamlessly through jigs and reels, contrasting with the brooding, unpretentious quality of McKean’s voice and Bishop’s punctuated guitar style.

DunCreagan will perform at the SRT at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17. Tickets are $20 general admission, $18 for seniors and students. The theatre is located at 29 Salmon Falls Rd. in Bar Mills. For more information and to reserve tickets call 929-6472 or go to www.sacorivertheatre.org

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Lovell Historic Barn Tour

LOVELL — On Sunday, Aug. 12 from 1 to 4 p.m., the Lovell Historical Society will present Lovell’s second Barn Tour. Eight historic barns, representing a variety of preCivil War styles, have been selected for viewing during the tour.

Lovell is graced with a number of architectural gems that have dotted our countryside since the 18th century.

There are English barns, Yankee barns, gable-front bank barns, and high-drive barns along with dozens of connected homestead structures.

Join the Historical Society for a tour of some of these historic treasures and learn about some of the intricacies that make each barn unique. Scott Campbell, owner of Maine Mountain Post & Beam in Fryeburg, will use his expertise to define and highlight the characteristics of each barn.

The James Walker Barn

exemplifies an unusual common tying joint that appears unique to the Lovell area. The attached 1839 home is presently being restored and will also be available for viewing. The Warren Barn on Old Stage Road with its beautifully-painted door is well-known to folks near and far. This barn contains all the charms of a large working barn, including a third floor chicken coop. The Hutchins-Walker Barn is a fine example of a barn within a barn, having been expanded from its original 28’x28’ size. The Hunter Barn was originally built in 1810 and then it was dismantled and reassembled in 2015. It is beautifully framed against views of the White Mountain Range and is used for a vintage boat restoration business.

The Burtis Barn, on what was formerly the Stearns family farm, is a massive structure

that was once the heart of a large milking farm. The barn contains all the little nuances that helped with dairy production as well as two huge interior silos and a giant timber wheel used in the butchering process. The Hamblen Barn is a fine example of a large working barn with many original elements still in place, including a wood shed and hay drop doors. The Josiah Heald Barn, located at the Center Lovell Inn, is the largest barn on the tour and has many unique features such as built-in ladders and an interior silo. Finally, the G.P. McAllister Barn is a working barn, with a variety of animals on site, and is considered the oldest barn on the tour.

Tickets for the tour are $20 per person and can be purchased at the Lovell Historical Society, 554 Main St. (across from the Lake Kezar Country Club), from

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the day of the event. Reservations can be made by calling 925-3234.

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Lovell news It took a while but finally Carol Severance Taylor has published a book about how her father, Harold Severance, started the Severance Lodge. The book, Woodsmoke, brings back many memories for the author of her childhood in Center Lovell and the beginning of her father’s dream. Through her memories, pictures, and memorabilia she has allowed the reader to see how her father brought Severance Lodge to fruition.

Carol took the title “Woodsmoke” from the brochure Harold published yearly and sent to folks to encourage them to spend summers in Center Lovell. The project included expanding the Brown’s Camps to allow room for new guests.

This book details the start of Severance Lodge during the old days including the author’s humor. Copies of the book are available for sale at the Charlotte Hobbs Library, the Lovell Historical Society, Kezar Realty, and Harvest Gold Gallery (all in Lovell), as well as Bridgton Books in Bridgton and Weston Farms in Fryeburg.

The Brick Church On Thursday, Aug. 16, the Brick Church for the Performing Arts will present in concert the Milltown Roadshow. This is a five-piece band and features vocals that will bring the Americana sound to Lovell. The program starts at 7 p.m.

Charlotte Hobbs Library At the annual meeting of the Charlotte Hobbs Library the following officers were elected: President — Donna Woodward; Vice President — Al St Germain; Treasurer — Kathy Reilly; and Secretary — Nancy Wilson. The past President Dell Foss deserves a heartfelt round of thanks for all her hard work on behalf of the Library.

In other Library news: in response to the donation of the Lego Library donated by John P. Smith of Sweden, the 12 sets of Legos he donated will be displayed at the Library during this month. It is estimated that each set contains 2,000 pieces.

On Tuesday, Aug. 14, the Greater Lovell Land Trust will present a talk about loons in Kezar Lake. Speaker Lee Attix will give a report about the loon monitoring on Lake Kezar, which is sponsored by a grant from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation.

On Wednesday, Aug. 15 the Greater Lovell Land Trust will hold a walk for loon spotting. This program is a follow-up to the program at the Library the night before. Those taking part should meet at the Charlotte Hobbs Library to carpool to the walk’s starting point.

On Thursday, August 16 the Gardening Group will meet in the library at noon. The group invites anyone who likes to learn more about gardening to attend. Bring a lunch and your questions!

Fryeburg Rescue Supper The Fryeburg Rescue will hold their annual pig and turkey roast on Thursday, Aug. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. The seating for the roast will be in the Craft Barn at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds.

The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10, cash at the door. Proceeds from the night will go toward maintaining their rescue units and their outreach programs.

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Twenty-four out of 28 of Everard and Lucy Wentworth’s grandchildren participated in a Wentworth Cousin Reunion on Saturday and Sunday, July 14-15.

Gathering with them were spouses, some of their children and spouses, and some grandchildren, for a total of 65 relatives.

The event was held at the Oriental Masonic Lodge in Bridgton.

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Class of 1947 holds reunion

Alumni of Bridgton High School, Class of 1947, met for a reunion on Saturday, July 14, at Tom’s Homestead in Bridgton. Present were Wilma Ridlon Irish and daughter, Diane Babcock; Rubie Haughn Sandus; Claudia Moynihan Shapiro and husband, Lester Shapiro; Carleen Libby Nelson; Carlo I. Viitala, his wife, Glenys, and daughter, Randa; and guests Maurice Edwards ’48, and Marie Webb.

Carleen Libby Nelson gave the treasurer’s report and retired pastor Maurice Edwards offered grace before the meal.

Unable to attend the reunion were Gertrude DeWitt Holladay, Gordon S. Durfee, and Marion Linscott Littlefield.

Deceased former members were fondly remembered: Maxine Ayer Hiscock, Lewis E. Barker, Melvin “Mickey” Boutilier, Horace Cockburn, Gerald Hatch, Winnifred Hilton Perkins, Lee C. Moynihan, Ronald A. Murch, Ellis Nason, Dean K. Perham, Doris Packard Zwolenski, Everett C. Robbins, Alice Wentworth Harmon, Victor Stevens, and Richard “Dick” York.

A pleasant social hour was enjoyed by all, and plans were made to meet again next year, God willing.

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Having eight children throughout the years, they welcomed family during the summer. This is how their grandchildren, the 27 cousins, developed such long-lasting connections and memories.

Their eight children were: Minnie, Mildred, John, Mertice, George (who went by the name Bill), Marjy, Alice and Maxcel. All are deceased, except Marjy Sessions, who lives in Norway, Maine.

Those who attended the reunion came from across the globe. Folks traveled from Nigeria, Hawaii, Washington, Montana, New Mexico, Kansas, Minnesota, Michigan, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and different parts of the state of Maine.

It was a celebration of

‘Puffers’ concert

NAPLES — Country gospel duo The Puffers, Bob and Darleen, will perform in concert on Friday, Aug. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Cornerstone Gospel Chapel, 25 Sebago Rd., in Naples.

Bob Puffer spent 13 years in country music, beginning his music career playing nightclubs and eventually appeared on the national television show, Hee Haw, later contracting for a major concert where he shared billing with the Oakridge Boys. He was often interviewed as an up-and-coming country music personality and was written up in the national magazine Music City News. But Bob was not content and knew something was “missing” in his life. He left the nightclub business to seek God’s will, then met and married Darleen who added a new dimension to the ministry.

Bob can hold a crowd’s attention with a multitude of instruments including acoustic guitar, five-string banjo, violin, mandolin, Chet Atkins guitar, dobro, and ukulele.

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He has composed over 400 original songs. The Puffers have traveled extensively throughout the United States and Canada, and their songs have been played on TV and numerous radio stations.

Most recently, their song Noah Had A GPS made number one on the March 2014 National Christian Country Chart and number two on the International Chart. Other number one songs include The Boat Cannot Sink (on the International Gospel Chart in 2008) and It’s Good But It’s Gonna Get Better (on the National Christian Country Chart in 2009). Darleen’s song Up In Glory also made it to number two on the National Christian Country Chart.

For the concert in Naples the Puffers will be joined by Dick Everson on bass and vocals, John Ouellette on percussion, and 13-year-old Nathan Ouellette on guitar, mandolin, uke, and vocals.

There is no admission charge but a freewill donation will be gratefully accepted. For more information call 693-6102.

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family, some of whom had not seen each other in 30 or more years. There was a program for sharing memories “of going to Gram and Grandpas,” old photos and memorabilia. A family tree was displayed for people to check out and make corrections as needed. The noontime meal was based on backyard picnic memories.

There was international dancing in the evening.

On Sunday morning, many of the family gathered at a favorite spot: Woods Pond Beach. Goodbyes were said, and hopes expressed for more connections in the future.

The family wishes to thank the community of Bridgton for a very welcoming weekend. It is a beautiful town with many opportunities to enjoy being outdoors and being with each other.

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CSCE will be performing ‘Summer Salad of Dance’ SOUTH PARIS — Local arts nonprofit Cottage Street Creative Exchange serves up a Summer Salad of Dance

Debbie Irons in Natal, Brazil.

on Tuesday, Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School on Main Street

in South Paris. Performances will feature jazz, tap, hip-hop, and theater dance, some performed to live music played

by Danielle Tran, Rusty Wiltjer and Oen Kennedy.

Artistic Director Debi Irons will also dance a solo with Danielle Tran on piano.

Performers include Fred Garbo; Jeff Decareau and Ann Barksdale; CSCE young dancers Hailie Giasson, Jessica Giasson, and Adrienah Skinner; Ensemble dancers Tegan Bullard, Deb Webster, Erika Lindstrom, Karianna Merrill, Sasha Richardson, Debi Irons, and apprentice Koley True; with Mitchell Lisowski on lights. The CSCE board of directors includes Darlene Gray, Amanda Daniels, Oen (photo by André Rosa) Kennedy, Mickie Shibles,

Area Events Blood Drive

The Bridgton Lakes Region Rotary Club will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, Aug. 16 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Masonic Oriental Lodge, Harrison Rd., (Rte. 117) in Bridgton. Blood is always needed so roll up your sleeve and go donate! To make an appointment call 1-800733-2767 or go to www.redcrossblood.org. All presenting donors will receive a $5 Amazon gift card via e-mail.

Good Shepherd Food Mobile

The Bridgton Food Pantry will be hosting the Good Shepherd Food Mobile on Thursday, Aug. 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Old Memorial School behind the Community Center (on Depot Street). All are welcome; please bring boxes to carry food.

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Art Moves Dance Ensemble at Back Cove in Portland: Sasha Richardson, Tegan Bullard, Karianna Merrill and Erika Lindstrom. Not pictured, Deb Webster and apprentice Koley True. (photo by Debi Irons) Shellie Léger, and Artistic accepted at the door or online on the Project side of artDirector Debi Irons.

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munities. All are welcome. There is no cost, but, as always, beginners are always welcome, with or without a partner. donations are gratefully accepted. Fun is planned for all Tickets are $8 per person and $20 maximum per family. For ages, so please come join us for a good time and fellowship. more information call Monica at 381-7730.

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Tech for Seniors Thursdays Community Contra Dance NORWAY — Do you wish to learn more about computer OTISFIELD — Join the Otisfield Community contra basics? If so, here’s your chance. Norway Memorial Library dance on Friday, Aug. 17 at the Otisfield Community Hall, presents Tech for Seniors Thursdays for people aged 50 and 292 State Route 121, to dance to the music of The 75 above on Aug. 23, Aug. 30, Sept. 6, and September 13.

Scotty’s and Friends from 6 to 8 p.m. A caller will walk The library will provide AARP RealPad tablets for people through each dance — no contra dance experience the classes as well as information sheets to take home. is required. This is a social dance so everyone dances with The classes run from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and are held in everyone else — come by yourself or bring some friends. the library’s reference room. The schedule is as follows: Children are welcome. Admission is by donation and August 23 — Tech Terminology and RealPad Basics; refreshments are also provided for a donation. Come have August 30 — E-mail; Sept. 6 — Internet searching; and a jolly time dancing the night away! For more information Sept. 13 — Facebook. Please contact the library informacall 627-4458. tion desk at 743-5309, ext. 1, for more information or to sign up for classes. There is a limit of eight people per Norway Contra Dance NORWAY — The First Unitarian Universalist Church class. of Norway, located at 479 Main St. in Norway, will host a pubic contra dance on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. Music will be provided by the Better Late Than Never Band with caller Shari Shakti. All dances are taught on the night and

DENMARK — The Denmark Congregational Church will be holding its 16th Fall Harvest Festival coming up on Sept. 29, rain or shine. The church is currently looking for vendors to join the Fall Festival. There is no table fee but if you would like to donate an item from your table for the church to raffle, let them know.

All vendors must bring their own table and it is ok to bring a canopy. Please share this information with anyone who has crafts or other items to sell. People are also OPEN AT welcome to have a yard sale 11:30 a.m. table, as long as it is properly maintained.

SUN. – SAT. The church will have Dine in & their Harvest Table, their Carry Out biggest bake sale of the year, as well as a lunch table. In GIFT CARDS case of rain the event will be AVAILABLE held in the basement of the Municipal Building.

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Come join us to celebrate the lives that have been taken by cancer and have left us.

We will update people on what is going on at On Eagles Wings.

On Eagles Wings is a nonprofit that assists cancer patients going through treatment.

We provide love and care with free reflexology, massage, facials, yoga and art classes.

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Country living

Berries, berries, berries…and shortcake

By Nancy Tripp of Maine Morning Micro Roasters There isn’t anything that says “summer” better than a bowl of fresh berries — any kind of berry as long as it is grown in Maine! The trick of making the very best berry dessert is baking the very best shortcake to put them over, a challenge I have been working on for years. I think I have finally stumbled upon the recipe I will use forever more.

I made this recipe last month with white, whole wheat flour, mixed it in my food processor for ease, and froze the extra shortcakes for later use. Warmed up, they were as delicious as they were fresh from the oven.

The texture is light and crumbly and the flavor sweet and buttery good.

Shortcakes from Smitten Kitchen.com • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour • 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea or table salt • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into chunks • 2 large egg yolks • 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream • 3 tablespoons raw or turbinado sugar • 1 pound berries of choice • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or more to taste • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional) • 1 cup heavy cream Make shortcakes: Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parch-

ment paper.

In a large bowl, whisk together first five ingredients until combined. Add butter and using your fingertips or a pastry blender, break it into small bits, no bigger than a small pea. In a small bowl, whisk yolks with a splash of cream. Pour into butterflour mixture and use a rubber spatula to mix and mash it together into one cohesive dough.

Divide dough into six large shortcakes or eight smaller ones. I do this by pressing the dough somewhat flat into the bottom of the bowl (to form a circle) and using a knife to divide it into pie-like wedges.

Place raw sugar in a small bowl. Roll each wedge of shortcake into a ball in your hands and roll it through the

raw/turbinado sugar, coating all except for a small area for the bottom where it will sit to bake.

Place it, bare spot down, on the prepared baking sheet.

Repeat with remaining wedges of dough. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden all over. Let cool completely on a tray or cooling rack.

While shortcakes cool, prepare fruit and cream: Mix berries, 2 tablespoons sugar (more or less to taste) and lemon juice, if desired, in a bowl and let macerate so that the juices run out.

In a larger bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form.

Add sugar to taste, or leave unsweetened, if that’s your preference.

Serve the berries spooned over the shortcakes and topped with the whipped cream.

Don’t miss upcoming events at Casco Library CASCO — Lots is happening for people of all ages at the Casco Public Library during the month of August.

The library is located at 5 Leach Hill Rd. in Casco, so stop by and join in the fun.

For more information or to register for any programs please call the library at 6274541.

The Maine Humanities Council, in partnership with Naples Public Library, brings

this year’s summer humanities reading program, Let’s Talk About It: The Gilded Age: A Tale for Today?, to the library, facilitated by Professor Libby Bischof, Ph.D., history expert, professor, collector, and curator of The Maine Postcard Project.

Join the discussion delving into critical social, economic, and cultural themes in the late 1800s, as the world moved forward into the 20th

Outpatient diabetes class

Bridgton Hospital will be running its Outpatient Diabetes Self-Management for three days during the month of September. The program informs and empowers those with diabetes to live well and effectively manage their disease.

The class will be held Wednesday, Sept. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m.; Monday, Sept. 10, 5 to 7 p.m.; and Wednesday, Sept.

12, from 5 to 8 p.m.

To make an appointment or sign up for the program, call 647-6064.

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On Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 2 p.m. the group will discuss Poland Spring: A Tale of the Gilded Age by Davis Richards, a cultural study that traces the transformation of a tired family farmstead into a prosperous Victorian resort during the last half of the 19th nineteenth century.

Symbolizing their resort’s ultimate transformation into a “summer city,” the Ricker family had a cast off from the White City of the World’s Columbian Exposition removed to and reconstructed at Poland Spring in 1894.

After the book discussion, we will go to the Poland Spring Resort for a tour of the Maine State Building. The book is available at both Casco Public Library and Naples Public Library.

Read ME 2018 is a statewide program presented in partnership with the Maine State Library that gets Maine’s adults reading the same books by Maine

authors and recommended by a Maine author. Maine author Paul Doiron has selected books by two lesser-known Maine authors for Read ME: River Talk, short stories by CB Anderson and Settled in the Wild: Notes from the Edge of Town by Susan Hand Shetterly. Multiple copies of each title are available at the library.

On Wednesday, Aug. 22, from 1 to 2 p.m. Join Maine State Library, Maine Calling, and the Maine Humanities Council for a live discussion with this year’s Read ME recommending author, Paul Doiron, as well as featured authors, CB Anderson and Susan Hand Shetterly. Open to the public, no registration required. Please arrive by 12:30 to allow time to find a seat and get settled.

There will be ample parking on the State Street side of the Library Archives Museum Building in Augusta.

Read to Teddy! On Thursdays, starting on Aug.

9, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. everyone is invited to come to the library and read to or just hang out with Teddy, a certified therapy and service dog who loves to listen to stories!

Botanical artist Jessica Lauren Nash will lead an Eco Printing Workshop on Sunday, Aug. 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. to explore the ancient process of dyeing fibers and fabrics by hand with plant-based pigments and other natural materials straight from the garden. The class fee of $50 includes all materials and a donation to the library. Preregistration is required.

On Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 2 p.m. children are invited to come on in and make some musical instruments during Music Crafts for Kids!

These fun and easy activities offer something for all ages.

Preregistration is appreciated.

Thursday Night at the Movies at 7 p.m. on Aug. 16

is showing Agatha Christie’s Crooked House (PG-13), her most twisted tale of a spy-turned-private-detective lured by his former lover to catch her grandfather’s murderer before Scotland Yard exposes dark family secrets.

Starring Christina Hendricks, Gillian Anderson, Honor Kneafsey, Glenn Close, and Max Irons.

On Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. join the book group discussion about the “breathless page-turner” crime novel The Dry by Jane Harper. Multiple copies are available at the library. Refreshments will be served.

The summer Reading Program wraps up Tuesday August 21. Participants should bring in their completed activity sheets by the end of the day to pick up a goody bag and, if their registered reading goal has been reached, they may be entered for prize drawings, including a gift certificate to Bridgton Books.

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Kate’s Blog:

Jumping into Greater Things

BACK IN TRAINING — After a short break from the physical and mental rigors of top NCAA competition, long jumper Kate Hall of Casco is back in the gym.

Eye on the Olympics

Kate Hall changes her training path

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer CASCO — The decision really wasn’t a difficult one for Kate Hall.

Although the former Lake Region track star achieved successes at both Iowa State and the University of Georgia (see accompanying Bio Sheet, which appeared on the Bulldog Athletic website), Kate felt deep down inside that she wasn’t on the right path to reach her dream — a spot on the Olympic track & field team.

So, after considerable thought and conversations with her parents and her longtime trainer, Chris Pribish of UMed Gym in South Portland, Kate decided to forego her final year at UGA, will no longer compete in the NCAA and will focus on qualifying for the World Championships next year.

While she will continue to take a few classes toward her degree in exercise science (“I want to stay heading in the right direction,” she said), her primary focus will be training, competing and vying for the Olympic team in two years.

With a slight breeze giving some relief from Tuesday’s scorching heat, crossing the deck at her Quaker Ridge home in Casco, Kate offered some insights into her decision, what she has learned from a “jumping” standpoint during her two college seasons as well as about herself, and what it will take to realize her dream.

BN. What prompted the decision to leave the University of Georgia?

Kate: I made the decision because

the NCAA season is a little bit too long (if we got to school in August, training would start at that time, start competing in January, and get done about mid-June, when all the really big meets start with the pros until August), so when it got to be the time to compete in the bigger meets with the pros, I was so tired that I couldn’t do it. I really want next year to be a year of getting exposure and experience before the Olympic year, and I couldn’t see that happening in the NCAA. My focus will be competing over the summer against some pros. When I went through the US Championships last year to qualify for the Worlds, a couple of days before I was suppose to compete, I hurt my hamstring and I couldn’t compete. And then, this year, I was so tired that I couldn’t compete because I knew it wouldn’t have turned out well. So for two years in a row, not going to the USA Championship meet, I could see that I couldn’t get where I wanted to be with the NCAA season…Diabetes affects recovery in a huge way. With your blood sugars going up and down, it’s another stressor on your body. For the training I had, it was group training. We were doing the same thing every day, and I always felt I was a little behind because I needed more recovery…The decision took a lot of thought and a lot of talking with friends and family, but once we sat down and talked about it and thought about it, it was a really easy decision.

BN. What advantages do you see by making the change?

Kate: I will now get more personalized training. My trainer here in Maine (Pribish) knows a lot about diabetes and how it factors into training. I now get to experience the “pro” world and compete internationally, getting the experience I wouldn’t have had. It’s going to be fun…Currently, I am trying to get an agent (we’ve talked to a few, and it’s been a longer process than we thought, but we’re narrowing it down right now. We’re almost there). Once that happens, the agent will get me into some really big meets. I can go overseas and compete in the “Diamond League” meets. There are standards for the USA Championships and World Championships. If I hit those, I can go.

BN. What is your ultimate goal and what will it take to reach it?

Kate: To make the Olympics in two years. It’s been my goal for many years.

I’m 21 and will be 23 when that happens. I just think that training the right way, and my body feeling good, getting experience competing with other pros at a very high level, I think that will be the way to achieve that goal.

BN. What is your training regiment like these days?

Kate: I took a month break, and a couple of weeks ago, I started up again.

Nothing crazy, just a couple days a week going in to see my trainer and working on some corrective exercises, just to get going and get my body back to where it should be. I won’t start any intense workouts for a little while. It was good to get a little break, figure out what the OLYMPIC BID, Page 3C

At 71, the coach still running strong

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Like he tells his high school cross-country runners, Bill Reilly of Brownfield has a goal and enjoys the competition each time he competes at the Beach to Beacon 10K in Cape Elizabeth.

The goal is always the same — win his age division.

The longtime Fryeburg Academy coach, age 71, achieved that mark last week, capturing the 70 to 74 men’s age group with a time of 48 minutes, 14 seconds — that was good for 1,023rd overall out of a field of 6,528. Bill was quicker than Peter Davis, also 71, from Underhill, Vt., who posted a 48:33.

“The goal — win my age group, nothing less. When I don’t, I resolve to come back the next year and win it,” Bill said. “I never allow disappointment to get in the way of the joy of great competition.”

Out of 21 B2B races, Bill has been part of the field 17 times.

“I have entered each one, but injuries kept me out of four including the first in 1998 when I crashed my motorcycle and broke my leg two weeks before it,”

he said.

As a B2B veteran, Bill feels he knows what it exactly takes to be successful.

“Most important is to save enough for mile 4.5 to 5.5 with big hills. Run the tangent curves, which B2B has plenty of. Look at any track where the stagger considers the lane curve. Why run farther than 10K. Run on left for first mile and use the slight downhill for a solid first-mile time,” he said. “I know every foot of this race, and when I race, my brain is monitoring every stride with constant corrections to maintain a suitable race pace for the entire race. In the years that I do not maintain this level of concentration, I run slower than I would like to.

You never know until race day what kind of race you will have that day.”

How does Bill get ready for the 10K? “Consistent training yearround with strength training (very important at 71).

Sounds difficult, but it has helped me to maintain my college weight and fitness so that at 71, I can enjoy other active recreational pursuits,” he said.

One of those pursuits is coaching the Fryeburg WALKER, Page 2C

Editor’s Note: Kate Hall writes a blog, Jumping into Greater Things. One of her latest pieces entitled, “Why It’s Harder for Your Body to Recover with Type One Diabetes” appears below: Lately I’ve been wondering why more athletes don’t open up about their every-day experiences. Whether it’s their struggles or accomplishments, I think it’s extremely important for others who are looking up to these athletes to be able to receive some form of guidance. I decided to start a blog in hopes of giving other athletes or individuals a peek into some of the experiences I have gone through and how they have helped me grow.

What causes your body to become tired? Lack of sleep? Bad nutrition or dehydration? Too much pounding on the body from workouts? All of these contribute in some way to muscle fatigue. But what’s interesting about these things is they all have one thing in common: they are all stressors. Whether it’s physical stress, mental stress or the combination of both, it prevents your body from being in a state of equilibrium. Most people, if motivated enough, can control these stressors at least to a minimum. If they are able to do this, then they will be practicing and performing at their best.

There is a sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system active in your body. Sympathetic is fight or flight and parasympathetic is rest and recovery. Ideally, you want your body to be somewhere in between the two.

For example, I have an HRV monitor that tracks what my “readiness” levels are each day that I practice. After a hard day, my monitor shows that my body is in rest/ recovery mode by being more on the parasympathetic side. However, it’s not good for your body to be in fight or flight mode all of the time either. Since I have type one diabetes, my body is automatically more prone to having more sympathetic tone.

My body is frequently in a stressed state no matter what I do. I’m constantly controlling my blood sugars by determining the amount of insulin I need to give before each meal. It’s not the work that goes into this that becomes a stressor, but the constant fluctuations in blood sugars. Most people’s blood sugars stay constant at all times of the day (unless your flooding your system with insulin by eating too much sugar), but I have to work to keep mine at a good level. Internally, sympathetic tone or stress occurs from these constant ups and downs. There is an increased secretion of stress hormones such as cortisol that goes along with increased blood sugars, which auto-

My body is frequently in a stressed state no matter what I do, — Kate Hall regarding training and contending with her diabetes

ALL IN A ROW — Running in Bridgton’s 4 on the Fourth were old Fryeburg Academy teammates Christian Bedell of Lovell (middle) and Alfie Walker of Fryeburg.

Alfie was one of the Top 20 boys chosen to run the Beach to Beacon H.S. Mile Race last Friday.

matically amplifies this sympathetic tone. Unfortunately, this also affects my sleep. When my body is already in a sympathetic state, it’s extremely hard to get into a parasympathetic or recovery state, which is the ideal state during sleep. This is why it’s always easier for me to sleep when my blood sugars are at a good level.

Fluctuating blood sugars are not only an internal stressor, but also an external one as well. I can easily feel the effects when my blood sugar goes high or low, something called diabetic fatigue. When it’s low, it feels like I have no energy and that I’m weak. This only makes sense, considering your brain’s main source of energy is glucose. If you have low blood glucose levels, there’s not a lot you can be good at. Trust me, I have tried practicing and competing with low blood sugars and it’s not fun. When it goes too low I get calf cramps and that’s just my body telling me to stop what I’m doing because it’s too much to handle without the right amount of fuel.

It’s not much better when my blood sugars are high for an extended period of time either. My entire body feels very acidic, similar to how your legs feel at the end of a long race when there is lactic acid built up. This acid is not good if you’re trying to recover fast; that’s one reason why a 100-meter sprinter wouldn’t do repeat 400s the day before a competition. If there’s an acidic build up in my legs from high blood sugars, then just that would negatively affect my recovery.

I’ve always wondered why it takes just a little bit longer for my sore muscles to recover than others.

Throughout college, I always felt like my teammates would recover about a day quicker than I could. This could be partly due to just how my body works, but I do know that having diabetes causes inflammation. If it’s more difficult for my body to achieve a balance between KATE’S BLOG, Page 3C

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Raider starting dates

High school sports start next week!

Fryeburg Academy fall sports teams open practices on Monday, Aug. 13! Athletic Director Sue Thurston reminds all athletes that they must have proof of an updated physical on file and a signed copy of the form located inside the Athletic Handbook. Proof of insurance is required for participation under the Maine Principals Association.

All forms are on the Fryeburg Academy website or can picked up outside the athletic office.

Practice schedule: Boys’ Soccer from 7 to 9 a.m., game field; and 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Howe Street Field (will be modified for Wednesday p.m.)

Cross-Country from 7 to 9 a.m. Meet in the fieldhouse lobby Field Hockey from 8 a.m. to noon at the Fryeburg Recreation Complex — includes being coaches at the youth camp; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fryeburg Recreation Complex Football from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., meet in the Varsity Locker Room; 5 to 7 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer from 7 to 8 a.m. at Howe Street Fields; 5 to 7 p.m. at Game Field Golf from 3 to 5 p.m. at Lake Kezar Country Club Mountain Bike, information to be announced and posted on the Fryeburg Academy Athletics FB page as soon it becomes available. The actual season starts when school opens, but coaches will lead some rides. All paperwork must be in to ride with the coaches.

Just for the Parents Monday, Aug. 13, meeting for “New to Academy Athletics” parents/caregivers at 7:15 a.m. in the gym conference room. Just a quick chance to meet those who are new and prepare for what to expect in the first few weeks!

Come with all the questions you think you should have the answers to! Learn where schedules are, how events are cancelled, what “night games” mean, the roles of different people on campus around athletics and academic support. It’s a whole new world in high school!

Parents’ Night and E-Cigarette talk

Wednesday, Aug. 15, All Sport Parents’ Night at 6:30 p.m. in the library. First, presentation of general information and introduction to the Raider Booster Club. At 7 p.m., Claudine Emerson, a social worker and substance abuse coordinator from Gorham High School, will present an open-to-all forum on the newest of drugs to target kids, vaping and juuling. Claudine has done a lot of research around the tools, tricks and issues around this newest attack on young people. Her presentation will include more basic information about the different types of “E-cigarette,” which include juuls and pods, Box Mods, and vape pens with e-juices, and how to identify each. Her presentation will be open to the public, as well.

After Claudine finishes, attendees will use classrooms in the library to meet coaches of each sport and hear directly from them.

ANOTHER CHANCE TO CELEBRATE — Members of the state champion Lake Region girls’ lacrosse team enjoyed a victory ride through Casco during the Casco Days Grand Parade. Pictured left to right, Rachel Shanks, Hailey Parsons, Meghan Harmon, Lauren Jakobs and Lindsey Keenan.

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Laker fall preseason start times Monday is opening preseason for Lake Region High School fall sports teams. Here’s the preseason lineup: Cheering Coach: Brittany Perreault Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 5:45 to 7:45 p.m.

Thursdays, Weight Room, 2 to 4 p.m.

Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.

Cross Country Coaches: Kurt and Kim Peterson Monday–Friday, 8 to 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, Aug. 25, Invitational, 10 a.m.

Football Coach: Mike Shea Sunday, Aug. 12, Equipment Day, 2 to 4 p.m.

Monday, Aug. 13 to Friday, Aug. 17, 3 to 7 p.m.

Monday, Aug. 20, Controlled Game vs Poland, 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug, 21, 4 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 22, 4 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 23, 4 to 7 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 24, Exhibition Game at OOB, 7 p.m.

Field Hockey Coach: Pauline Webb

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6 to 7:30 a.m.

Tuesday, Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 18, Scrimmage vs Oxford Hills, 10 a.m.

Golf Coach: Art Kilborn At Bridgton Highlands Monday–Friday, 3 to 5:30 p.m.

Boys’ Soccer Coach: Ryan Harlow Monday, Aug. 13, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday–Friday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer Coach: David Jaeger Monday, Aug. 13, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 14 to Tuesday, Aug. 28, 7 to 8 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.

Girls’ Volleyball Coach: Ryan Shible Monday, Aug. 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 14 to Friday, Aug. 24, 8 to 10 a.m.

Reminder: All athletes are reminded that all paperwork and physical exams (if needed) must be turned in and completed prior to practicing. Questions or for forms, contact the LR Athletic Office.

kxc@hotmail.com LRMS XC Schedule Start times, boys at 4 p.m., girls at 4:30 9/13, Home, GNG, JSmall, MOMS 9/20, at GNG with Bath, Pol, MOMS 9/25, at Kennett Invitational, behind the

Kennett MS 10/4, at JSmall with St Dom’s, Waynflete, SV, MOMS, Poland 10/11, at Poland with NYA, SV, Bath, OOB 10/18, at Twin Brook for CCC Invitational; boys at 3:30, girls at 4 and co-ed race at 4:30.

The fall sports season at Lake Region begins this Monday, Aug. 13.

The annual preseason Coaches, Parent-Athlete Meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 13 at LRHS. A coaches’ meeting starts at 8 a.m. followed by a social for athletes, parents and coaches from 9 to 9:30 a.m. A meeting in the auditorium is set for 9:30 a.m. Breakout sessions for each team is slated for 10:15 a.m.

While it is the first day of preseason, Athletic Director Paul True thought this arrangement might work better than taking away a vacation day the prior week. All coaches and student-athletes are expected to attend.

(Continued from Page 1C) Academy cross-country team, something he has done for nearly three decades. He enters his 29th season when the Raiders open fall preseason camp this Monday, Aug. 13.

“I cannot wait! My hope is to inspire young student athletes to work hard at something while they help me to remember as Frank Sinatra sings: Fairy tales can come true; It can happen to you if you’re young at heart; For it’s hard, you will find; To be narrow of mind if you’re young at heart,” he added.

At 71 and still claiming age division titles across Maine’s running landscape, Bill Reilly is indeed young at heart.

Raider competes in ‘HS Mile’ The B2B also features a High School Mile (in its third year) showcase for Maine’s top high school athletes with graduation dates of 2019-2022.

The one-mile racecourse is on trails and paved paths inside Fort Williams, and is two laps. Runners apply to be part of the field, which includes the top 20 girls and top 20 boys by the times

submitted (and later verified). Seed times may be from indoor or outdoor 1600/mile or cross-country time that meets the qualifying standard: • Boys – 5:00 (mile time) (or sub 17:30 for the 5K) • Girls – 6:15 (mile time) (or sub 20:30 for the 5K).

The race was held last Friday, Aug. 3, and Fryeburg Academy senior Alfie Walker was one of the 40 contestants. Top-seeded state champion Lisandro BerryGiviria of Mt. Ararat claimed victory in 4:33, a new course record. Alfie turned in a time WALKER, Page 5C

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Kate sets sights on Olympic bid (Continued from Page 1C) right things, you can get where you want a couple of times. She is the Olympic gold medalist (and seven-time world next steps are, and how I want to do it. to be.

BN. Regarding your training, how champion). She is really nice, and I’ve BN. Regarding your collegiate expetalked to her. Getting to know these riences, what did you learn from your has it changed or evolved?

Kate: In high school, the focus was pros a little bit really helped me not feel time at Iowa State and Georgia?

Kate: I learned about the technique of getting the body to be stable before add- intimidated by them. It relaxes me. It’s long jump. In high school, I didn’t have ing heavy loads. In college, the focus is exciting to know that I am competing that, it was more having the strength lifting heavy all the time. Doing more against the best of the best, and that I am aspect. At Georgia, I learned how to jumps in practice. I did lift in high on that level.

BN. What is your best long jump jump. How it feels to consistently jump school, but it wasn’t as heavy and as well. It was a huge confidence boost for much. Lifting heavy isn’t necessarily a mark? What is the mark you are shootme. Also, having teammates that pushed bad thing, but too much of it can take a ing for? What does it take to stretch that toll on your body. jump out to reach that goal? me a lot.

BN. Have you had to fight through Kate: Reese has been in the mid to BN. Why did you make the move some injuries. How did you bounce high 23s (personal record at 23-feet 9 from Iowa State to Georgia? ½-inches). She’s incredible. I am mid Kate: That decision stemmed from back?

Kate: Every time that I came home 22, so another foot would put me closer knowing that the training there wasn’t right for me. I knew I couldn’t thrive — Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring to where she is. I’m expecting to jump WORKING OUT with trainer Chris Pribish in South under it. Other athletes there were thriv- Break — I went to see Chris (Pribish), farther. To get to that point, it’s about Portland. ing, but I knew that if I stayed, I couldn’t my trainer. He took a look at what was training, working hard. I’ve been getget better. That’s why I made the deci- going on (I had a hamstring problem and ting more consistent over the years, so sion to go to Georgia. It was a really then a quad issue this past year, noth- now if I can stay consistent, hoping my ing major but had to take off a couple body feels good all the time, I think I good decision for me.

BN. What lessons did you learn of weeks) and gave me some things can consistently get better. It all has to about track (training, the demands, etc), to do when I went back to school. It come together – my speed, strength and the competition, and yourself with at really made a difference. I needed more technique. My mind has to be clear, and 2018, 2017 NCAA First Team Indoor All-American recovery. once all those things come together, that these colleges?

(Long Jump) BN. How do you stay so motivated? jump will happen.

Kate: I gained a lot of confidence 2018 NCAA Indoor Champion (Long Jump) Kate: I love the sport and think it’s BN. Have there been moments when competing. In high school, I wasn’t used 2018 NCAA First Team Indoor All-American (60 to having a ton of competition until I got fun. I am really competitive at the same you start considering when the pursuit Meters) 2018 NCAA Second Team Outdoor All-American (Long to nationals. Once I consistently had that time, so it pushes me to get better. I will come to an end and you will move competition in college, it made compet- know a lot of kids that if they don’t love on to other things in life? What do you Jump) ing that much more fun and it helped me what they are doing, they’re not going to want to do once track competition ends?

2018 SEC Indoor Champion (Long Jump) be motivated to get better. I knew when Kate: I think about it all the time. on the biggest stages.

2017 NCAA Outdoor Champion (Long Jump) I first started track that I love the sport.

I My major is exercise science and I love BN. If there was advice you could 2017 NCAA First Team Outdoor All-American (Long give high school athletes contemplating also know what I am up against. In col- that field because that’s what my trainer Jump) where they might like to continue to lege, I was competing against some of does. I want to follow in his footsteps.

2016 NCAA Second Team Indoor All-American (Long play and also pursue their career choice, the pros at times, and I knew what other It’s the goal after the whole track thing Jump) college and international athletes were is done. To help other athletes get better 2018: Outdoor — Reached nationals in the long jump what might it be? doing. So, it was cool to shoot for those and motivate them. I’d like to think I’ll Kate: The main thing is to set goals for the fourth-straight season by way of a fourth-place finish at the NCAA East Prelims (20’6.25”)...Earned second-team and work hard to achieve those goals. marks. I’ve competed against Brittney be in my mid-30s at that point.

As long as you stay healthy and do the Reese (hometown of Gulfport, Miss.)

OLYMPICS, Page 5C All-American honors with a jump of 20 feet, 1¾ inches at the NCAA Outdoor Championships...Claimed a third-place finish at the Torrin Lawrence Memorial with a season-best jump of 21 feet, 9 inches towards the No. 5 NCAA East Region qualifying mark...Ran a leg on the Georgia 4x100 meter relay team that improved to No. 2 in program history (Continued from Page 1C) But unfortunately, competing ing that this is not a bad pete well. I’m motivated now (43.90) with a fifth-place finish at the Mt. SAC Relays...

Opened the season at the Spec Towns Invitational by sympathetic and parasympa- is the toughest time to con- thing. This has only helped more than ever to hone in on helping the 4x100 meter relay team to a first-place finish, thetic, then the more difficult trol my blood sugars. Just me become more aware of every aspect of my training while placing fifth in the long jump with a leap of 21 feet, it is for my body to cope with like cortisol spikes my blood how my body feels and what so that I can maximize my sugars, so does adrenaline. I it needs to train and com- potential.

5½ inches...Selected for three events at the SEC Outdoor inflammation.

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Honor Roll.

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Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips

by Allen Crabtree

Long Mountain The trail ends at mile 2.5 at a large open ledge with sweeping westerly views of western Maine, Mount Washington, Mount Adams, the Presidential Range and the Carter-Moriah Range.

The ledge is below the summit of Long Mountain, and reminded me of the climb to Round Mountain, where the overlook is below a fully wooded summit.

Building the Long Mountain Trail Amy Wight Chapman wrote an article for the Bethel Citizen about the building of the trail up Long Mountain: Long Mountain: A work of UP A LADDER — The last part of the Long Mountain trail involves switchbacks and a ladder.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) art and engineering. The

One of our Denmark Mountain Hikers, Bonnie Marsh, suggested that we try hiking Long Mountain in Albany on one of our future hikes. She had hiked it and said it was a delightful climb, and we had never done it as a group before.

I added it to the schedule of hikes, and 19 of the Denmark Mountain Hikers went there on a beautiful summer day on Friday, July 27, warm and a bit humid but not bad when there was a breeze.

The 2.5-mile trail to ledges just below the summit of Long Mountain begins just east of the parking lot at the trailhead. The trail is fairly new and is a marvel of routing and construction. The trail is in the valley between Bacon Hill and Long Mountain following Mill Brook for much of the way. Although the water flows were low in the brook it was a delightful accompaniment to our hike with numerous pools and cascades. Well-built boardwalks cross wet areas and there are bridges across the several side streams running into Mill Brook. At about 1.2 miles, the trail passes close to “Hidden Falls” — muted this time of year, but well worth a revisit during high water times.

After “Hidden Falls,” the trail leaves the streambed and begins to climb welllaid-out switchbacks up the west face of the ledges of Long Mountain. There are occasional steeper sections and one ladder section.

OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE PRETTY FUNGI along the Long Mountain trail.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) entire article is available at this link: http://www.sunjournal.com/long-mountain-awork-of-art-and-engineering/ She reports that the trail

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(Photo by Paul Waterhouse)

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OTISFIELD, $97,000. Adorable and charming 2 bedroom property that has been well-cared- for. Lot is open and bright with garden shed and large barn. Full basement. Easy to care for, affordable to heat and reasonable taxes. Water rights to Crooked River. A great home with a nice location. The home is warm and inviting with a bright and fun kitchen area.

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this farmhouse is near the heart of Bridgton.

Just a walk into town from this home that is waiting for you to add your imagination and creativity to make it your own. 4 bdrms. with an apartment set up. Large Barn, great lot and lots of room in this home for many possibilities. Hardwood floors and older features intact to keep the charm of this property.

NAPLES — Enjoy access to Sebago and Long Lake, Brandy Pond and more! Gently-sloping lot to build your year-round or vacation home, mobiles and campers allowed. Deeded rights to 2 association beach areas and access to boat launch. All moorings in Naples are waiting list only.

Association membership voluntary but strongly encouraged. Swim, boat, fish this year! Sale includes Lot 47 and 48. For more information on Sebago Pines Property Owners Assoc., visit: www.sppoa.weebly.com.$59,000 MLS #1361900 Mary Sohl, 207-749-0775

BRIDGTON — Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, well-cared-for Ranch located in a sweet neighborhood, with very few homes and minutes to town, shopping, dining, town beach and Shawnee Peak. Enjoy 1st floor living with a master bedroom, walk-in closet, and private bathroom.

Enjoy the 3-season screened-in porch while grilling on these beautiful summer nights. Partially-finished basement offers much more potential to meet your family's needs. $210,000 MLS #1357432 Sarah Noble, 207-831-9499

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NAPLES – BRANDY POND — A little piece of heaven while relaxing on the farmer's porch, enjoying the westerly views and sunsets of Brandy Pond. This fully-furnished, 3-bedroom, 2-bath log home has been recently painted inside and out, all carpets professionally-cleaned. Partially-finished basement for all of your guests to visit. Short walk to the shared ROW or minutes to the Naples Causeway. Make this your year-round home or vacation getaway. $259,000 MLS #1347208 Sarah Noble, 207-831-9499

E PRIC NEW STANDISH — This lovely, spacious contemporary Ranch-style home is truly a pleasure to behold. On a cul-de-sac in an area of fine homes, and set on a 3.4-acre well-landscaped lot, with 170 ft. of private waterfront. You will love the open concept, light and bright kitchen with granite counters, tile floors and 2 islands. The warm and inviting living room has a floor-to-ceiling fireplace and hardwood floors. Easy 1-level living with master suite with full bath, sunroom and huge deck overlooking the lake. Finished lower level, 3-car garage under and 2-car detached garage. Your days will be full, living on the lake. This is a great home for all seasons! $739,900 MLS #1337165 Jocelyn O'Rourke-Shane, 207-838-5555

BRIDGTON — Remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath year-round home with cottage-feel to it, within feet to Moose Pond boat launch and Shawnee Peak.

New drilled well, electrical updated, new refrigerator, stove and dryer in 2016, propane gas stove, new septic system. Adorable separate bunkhouse. $174,000 MLS #1340633 Anne Plummer Legere, 207-232-3727

OXFORD — “Can't wait for you to see the landscaping” is what you will say when you see this 3bedroom, 3-bath Ward Log Home privately setting on ±13.17 acres, with aboveground pool, patio, waterfall with a lighthouse, and mature blooming trees. Newer roof shingles and heating system are just some of the updates done, 2-car garage and large storage shed. Home has such a good feeling inside, with front-to-back living room with pellet stove, partially-finished basement with family room and full bath, and other room. This home will not last! $274,900 MLS #1345508 Anne Plummer Legere, 207-232-3727

CASCO — With 2 floors with total of ±4,992 sq. ft., the possibilities for this building are many! Set back off busy Rt. 302, this newly-constructed building is waiting for your finishing and creative ideas for its use! High-visibility location for office space, retail space, salon or restaurant with owner's residence…so many possibilities! Well and septic are already in place. What are you waiting for? $229,900 MLS #1355547 Jocelyn O'Rourke-Shane, 207-838-5555

DENMARK – WATERFRONT HOME ON MOOSE POND — This lovely, year-round Contemporary Cape with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, on 1.45 acres, has ±200 ft. of gradual entry, sandy bottom frontage on ±11-mile long Moose Pond. Sit on your private balcony off the master bedroom suite, and enjoy starlit lake views, like diamonds sparkling on the water!

E C I Picturesque sunrises will make the start of your day PR NEW joyful and peaceful as you sip your coffee from the large deck overlooking the lake. Just minutes to Pleasant Mtn. and Shawnee Peak for year-round fun in the great Maine outdoors. Close to No. Conway, N.H., for shopping, hike and skiing.

Additional acreage available. $449,900 Video https://vimeopro.com/xtremeaeriaview/82-denmark- NAPLES — Spacious 6-bdrm., 3-bath contemporary ranch could be possible 1st floor in-law or master NAPLES — Very spacious, well-cared-for home rd-denmark-me Jocelyn O'Rourke-Shane, 207-838-5555 suite. Cheery and bright lg. kit. with island, attached inside and out! Three bedrooms, 2 bath and 2-car 2-car heated gar., full bsmt., in a beautiful, upscale garage, on a nice ±1.38-acre lot. Easy mainRESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, LAND, neighborhood of similar homes. Enjoy screened-in tenance and upkeep with vinyl siding and metal VACATION, LAKEFRONT AND front porch with your morning coffee, or the deck out roof. Some new interior paint. Close to the Naples back to grill with your family. Add your own touches Causeway and town beach for summer fun!

WATERFRONT HOMES, FIXERMotivated seller! $104,900 MLS #1345411 UPPERS, COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE. to make it your home. $305,000 MLS #1340583 Sarah Noble, 207-831-9499 Jocelyn O'Rourke-Shane, 207-838-5555

Fun & games

August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 5C

This week’s puzzle theme:

Back to School

ACROSS 1. Téa Leoni as ____ Secretary 6. Lending letters 9. Cat-headed Egyptian goddess 13. Round openings in architecture 14. Pilot’s estimate 15. Short tale 16. Deprived of a limb, e.g.

17. Popular pickup 18. Revolving mechanism 19. *L in LMC 21. Peninsula with Portugal 23. Not a win nor a loss 24. Lou of The Velvet Underground 25. The ____ Four 28. Unpleasant road display 30. Authoritative declaration 35. The 15th of March 37. Rubik’s puzzle 39. *Sorority letter 40. Pinocchio’s lie detector 41. Do-re-do-re-do-re-do-re, e.g.

43. Same as alighted 44. Perpendicular to the keel 46. Major in the sky 47. Condoleezza ____ 48. *Varsity award 50. *Multiple choice challenge 52. *Where Driver’s Ed occurs 53. Richie ____ 55. *Standard aptitude assessment 57. *”Sideways Stories from

____ School” 61. *Hall order keeper 65. George Clooney’s recurring character 66. Shakespearean “fuss” 68. Heating outlet cover 69. Muse of love poetry 70. Confession subject 71. All the words in a language 72. Withered 73. Id’s partner 74. Same as #30 Across DOWN 1. Gangster’s gal 2. Berry high in antioxidants 3. Avoid these mistakes 4. Red or orange announcement 5. Somewhere above ground 6. Bald eagle’s nest 7. *Parents+teachers, acr.

8. China Grass 9. Uncouth one 10. Not in favor 11. Roofed colonnade 12. Seaside bird 15. *Extra of it can help students 20. Act against 22. Made in the morning?

24. Spring event 25. *Type of assessment 26. Acrobat maker 27. Continually annoy 29. Buddhist teacher 31. Burn to a crisp 32. Denoting the final end or purpose

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Carthage’s ancient rival *Alma ____ *Assigned spot More Rodeo rope Breed of sheep prized for wool 49. Free

Walker runs HS Mile (Continued from Page 2C) of 4:42 for 14th.

“We created this event to showcase the achievements

of dedicated and passionate high school track athletes from throughout Maine,” said Joan Benoit Samuelson,

the Maine native and Olympic gold medalist who founded the TD Beach to Beacon 10K.

Kate’s college resume

(Continued from Page 3C) 2016: Outdoor - Finished eighth in the qualifying round of the long jump at the U.S. Olympic Trials after her third try measured 21 feet, 7½ inches, then was 10th in the finals with a mark of 20-9.75 to end her redshirt season.

Iowa State (2016 indoor): Finished 12th in the long jump for Second Team All-America honors at the NCAA Indoor

Championships with a mark of 20 feet, 1 inch...Was second at the Big 12 Championships thanks to an effort of 21-1.50...

Shot to No. 2 on the Cyclones’ all-time top-10 list with a 7.30 in the 60-meter dash at the Big 4 Duals and was fourth at the conference meet in the event... Personal-best marks of 6.94 (55m), 7.30 (60m), 11.37 (100m), 23.69 (200m) and 22-5 (long jump)...Advanced

Eyes on Olympics

(Continued from Page 3C) BN. What do you do to relax or clear your mind and give your body a rest from training?

Kate: I like to paddle board a lot, it’s really relaxing. I like to hike. I’m an outdoorsy kind of person — go to the lake, the ocean, they’re all a good way to clear my mind. It was cool to be in Georgia because it was an entirely different environment, but then I didn’t realize what I had here. Coming back, I realized how lucky I am to live here.

to the finals of the 2016 Olympic Trials and finished 10th with a mark of 20-9.75 after reaching 21-7.50 in the qualifying round.

High School: Earned eight All-America certificates...Finished first twice on the national level in the long jump...Set the national high school and American Junior long jump records...

Captured 26 state championships in a variety of events...

Won six New England individual titles...Named Maine Gatorade Player of the Year three times...Speaker at the U.S. Senate special committee in Washington, D.C., on “Type 1 Diabetes Research, Improving Lives on the Path to a Cure.”

Personal: Born January 12, 1997...Daughter of Eric and Jennifer Hall.

51. Hair knot 54. This and desist 56. Clichéd 57. Things to lament 58. Homesteader’s measure 59. *180 days, in most states 60. Fill to satisfaction 61. Kissing disease?

62. De Niro’s ride, 1976 63. Like an ear infection 64. None of this for the

weary 67. Like a lot

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Locals take on B2B

Here’s how local runners fared at last weekend’s Beaches to Beacon 10K Race in Cape Elizabeth. There were 6,528 finishers. Jake Robertson of New Zealand posted the winning time of 27 minutes, 37 seconds.

89. Silas Eastman, 23, Chatham, NH, 35:17 530. Kraig Mason, 48, Hiram, 43:48 550. Floyd Lavery, 61, Sebago, 43:58 934. Sean Maggs, 43, Naples, 47:31 1023. Bill Reilly, 71, Brownfield, 48:14 1070. Hailey Applebee, 16, Raymond, 48:35 1072. Hannah Brewsey, 26, Casco, 48:35 1293. Jonathan Burk, 21, Denmark, 50:05 1603. Cerise Humphrey, 28, Fryeburg, 51:58 1648. Natasha Leighton, 44, Bridgton, 52:10 1716. Hunter Dionne, 18, Raymond, 52:37 1717. Ashley O’Brion, 33, Raymond, 52:37 1799. Mark Weldon, 38, Casco, 53:02 2046. Suzanne Deschenes, 50, Naples, 54:24 2077. Smith Galtney, 47, Raymond, 54:32 2088. Joanne Ridlon, 51, Casco, 54:36 2596. Christopher Watson, 65, Casco, 57:01 2615. Tracy Burk, 46, Denmark, 57:07 2629. Jason Candelora, 36, Lovell, 57:11 3681. Daniel Bisson, 48, Raymond, 1:02.15 3956. Cate Exchange, 25, Sebago, 1:03.42 4047. Jamie Hudson, 40, Harrison, 1:04.08

4140. Tammy Coslant, 36, Raymond, 1:04.45 4221. Hannah Richard, 26, Naples, 1:05.15 4353. Shawn Graham, 41, Harrison, 1:06.00 4439. Karen Foster, 54, Raymond, 1:06.35 4441. Mona Swasey, 52, Brownfield, 1:06.35 4530. Bill Wood, 65, Harrison, 1:07.07 4564. Linda Davis, 68, South Casco, 1:07.17 5150. Kerry McKenney, 40, South Casco, 1:11.58 5152. Beth Bolduc, 54, Raymond, 1:11.58 5288. Elly Walker, 52, Fryeburg, 1:13.16 5329. Rae-Anne Nguyen, 37, Casco, 1:13.37 5341. Lisa Candelora, 27, Lovell, 1:13.42 5427. David Talley, 38, South Casco, 1:14.45 5471. Ramona Torres, 65, Denmark, 1:15.07 5674. Jennifer Lewis, 42, Casco, 1:17.33 5701. John Tragert, 61, Naples, 1:17.53 5712. Leanne Boody, 36, Naples, 1:17.59 6036. Lori Candelora, 34, Lovell, 1:24.21 6115. Susan Davidson, 60, Bridgton, 1:26.03 6123. Bob Payne, 80, Raymond, 1:26.12 6155. Sue Thurston, 52, Fryeburg, 1:26.49 6229. Rebecca Tracy, 64, Raymond, 1:28.50 6275. Vincent Kloskowski, 45, Brownfield, 1:30.22 6314. Lauren Hillier, 31, Naples, 1:32.37 6412. Summer Bush, 9, Raymond, 1:39.06 6416. Paula Bush, 46, Raymond, 1:39.19 6453. Tonya Martin, 48, Casco, 1:44.59

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Regional sports

Chips from the fairways Bridgton Highlands Ladies Golf Tournament played last Wednesday was “Throw Out Worst Hole.” Gross winner: Diane Stillman. Net winner was Carolyn Ehrman.

Second net: Sue Timperley.

Two ladies tied for third net: Vivian Howard and Donna Rollo.

The pot, which was fewest putts, was won by Vivian Howard, with only 12 putts for nine holes!

Bridgton Highlands Walker, Chalmers and Tenzyk win BHCC Men’s Championships The annual Bridgton Highlands Club Championship, “the big daddy of ’em all” to some, was interrupted by some monsoon-like rain conditions on Saturday, but some quick thinking and cool heads in the club house made sure to arrange a suitable and fair tournament for all moving into Sunday action.

Tom Chalmers proved rock-solid, leading the First Flight pack Saturday only to have the scores erased by the foul weather that forced incomplete play, coming back to shoot 81 on Sunday for the victory. The win automatically moves “Tommy” into the Championship Flight in 2018-19. Rolf Madsen finished second.

“Resident Good Guy” Mike Tenzyk took home the Second Flight title with a 96 just ahead of Mr. 80% Bob McHatton at 98.

Nine holes of play carried over in the Championship Flight and Cliff Walker came from two behind on

(Continued from Page 4C) where there had been no trail before. Barret said: “This work is all done by hand without any mechanized equipment other than a chain saw and a drill…” Barrett added, “It’s very labor-intensive.”

When the Denmark Mountain Hikers climbed Round Mountain for the first time, they met the owners at the trailhead, who said they were developing other trails on property they own in the area and invited us to hike them. Chapman reported that: “In 2015, Mary McFadden and Larry Stifler bought land formerly belonging to Wagner Forest Management along Vernon Street in Albany, including the property surrounding Mill Brook and the western slope of Long Mountain.

Saturday to shoot a 76 and 118 total for his sixth overall club championship. Walker’s spectacular sand-shot behind the 10th green to save par sparked a superb back-nine and ranks among the best shots this reporter has seen on the course to date. It also marks the first time a fatherson combination has gone back-to-back with current Portland ace Tyler Walker victorious a year ago. Paul Walker is also a past club champ, giving the family tree a bit of the “Holden lore” at Bridgton. Cliff is now chasing first-round coleader Wayne “The Golden Bear” Kuvaja, who has nine BHCC championships in his closet. Jim Thombs and Jim Macklin finished in a secondplace tie at 121 in what was a very competitively balanced 27-hole tournament.

Thursday Night Scramble 8/2 First Gross in the “Scramblers” went to the team of Bob Meccier, Chris Harriman, Steve Vachianno and Dave “never been accused of playing slow” Crowell with a 31 in a tie-

breaker. Second Gross was won by Deb Mozzicato, Jackie Mazzicato, Bob Bissonette and Rich Johnson.

First Net was won by Len “the treasurer” Carsley, Doug Plaice, Kim “gitty-up” Pike and Steve Dearborn.

Second Net went to “Wild” Willie Elliot, Lori Edgerley, Justin Libby and Ellen Cyr. NTP #2 was Bob Bisonette at 34 3/4” (2’ 10 3/4” maybe) and NTP #8 was earned by Blake Slicer at a nifty 17-inches (guess the tape measure was only doing inches this week).

P&K Sand and Gravel Presidents’ Cup In a handicap event where seeds mean as little as predictions for March Madness, “Bullish” Bill Kavanagh, Russ “between the gutters” Nealey, Nat “the dragonslayer” Mason, and “Volatile” Whit Lesure are lined up for semi-final round action this week. Lesure is seeking his third Cup win in the last four years while “newcomer to the region” Kavanagh typically makes a big splash everywhere he goes. Mason and Nealey already have racked up huge wins in the tournament and seem poised for more success.

With all the play the course is receiving and the blistering weather conditions, it is most appropriate to recognize the talents and effort of course Superintendent George Thomas, who has relatively quickly turned the Highlands into a “must play” course in the state of Maine.

George and his staff, along with Bruce Chalmers and the ownership group is to

be commended for seemingly pulling off the “impossible.”

If you don’t walk away from the course saying it yourself, you may hear Bruce within earshot saying, “Quite a course, isn’t it?” It sure is.

Harrison Village Library Tourney The ninth annual Harrison Village Library Golf Tournament will be held on Sunday, Sept. 16 at Lake FAIRWAY, Page 7C

The following year, Barrett, the Stiflers’ trail manager, began designing and building what is now a two-anda-half-mile hiking trail that first meanders along the brook, then climbs to open ledges with views of nearby Round Mountain, as well as the White Mountains of New Hampshire and Western Maine.”

There are more than 50 miles of trails on Stifler Family Foundation land including 20 miles of hiking trails on Round Mountain in Albany, Overset and Sanborn River Trails in Greenwood, and the Speck Pond Trail in Norway.

It took the group 1 hour 35 minutes to the Long Mountain summit ledge, and a little less than an hour to climb back down. We met

several other hikers and dogs on the trail, all taking advantage of the fine weather and this wonderful new trail. We’ll be back to Long Mountain for another hike — it would be a great snowshoe hike, and when the stream is full it would also be a great place to visit.

Long Mountain is owned by private landowners. They maintain this trail at their own expense for public use.

Please respect the property to help ensure it can remain open to the public. Camping and fires are not allowed and please carry out what you carry in.

Long Mountain in Oxford County, Albany, ME Difficulty – Moderate Trail distance (one way) – 2.5 miles Hiking time (ascent one

way) – 2 hours Elevation – 1,827 feet Vertical gain – 1,061 feet Coordinates – 44° 20’ 06”N 70° 43’ 25” W Topo Map – USGS Greenwood 7.5-minute quad Directions to the trailhead — Take Route 35/37 north from Bridgton to Waterford. When the two routes split, take Route 35 north for 4.6 miles just past Melby’s Market to where Route 118 joins Route 35.

Turn right (east) on Route 118 for 3.4 miles to Hunts Corner Road at the sign for Papoose Pond Campground.

Turn left (north) and go 7.7 miles on Hunts Corner Road.

At the old Albany Grange Hall, bear right onto Vernon Street. Continue for 0.9 miles and the trailhead will be on your right.

NEW STORY BOOK TRAIL — A family hike in Pondicherry Park in Bridgton will lead to an interesting adventure with a raccoon. A new story book trail has been created featuring The Raccoon at Clear Creek Road, by Carolyn Otto and illustrated by Cathy Trachok. Children will discover that they do not have to travel great distances to see great things as they read about amazing animals, insects, and birds that live in backyards across North America. In this story, Raccoon ventures into a creek to find dinner. Suddenly, she is swept to the opposite side, far from her babies. Now she must find her way back to protect her young. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Raccoon at Clear Creek Road is a fun and informative story with beautifullydetailed illustrations. To locate the new story, cross over the Dunning Bridge entrance into Pondicherry Park. At the second junction, where the Pondicherry Loop trail splits turn right and go up the hill. At the next junction, turn left following the Pondicherry Loop and you will find the story. Continue to follow the Loop to return to the Dunning Bridge.

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Upcoming GLLT talks & hikes LOVELL — There’s still plenty of summer to enjoy and the Greater Lovell Land Trust would love to share some time with you. GLLT has afternoon and evening talks, walks and volunteer trail work on tap this week.

All walks and talks are open to the public at no charge.

Please dress appropriately for the trail and bring plenty of water.

Though dogs are welcome on most of our properties, we ask that you not bring a dog on a guided walk or hike.

Thursday, Aug. 9, 9:30 a.m. to noon, In the Footsteps of Our Young Adults. The Greater Lovell Land Trust’s interns have spent the summer getting to know all of the properties. They’ll lead us on a walk along their favorite trail and share interesting tidbits about nature, as well as their experiences with the land trust.

Location: Flat Hill, end of Heald Pond Road (follow the “Land Trust Walk Today” signs from the intersection of Route 5 and Slab City Road).

Degree of Difficulty: Easy.

Thursday, Aug. 9, 1 to 3 p.m., Volunteer Trail Work.

Bring your own hand tools,

Pileated Woodpecker presentation on Friday, Aug. 10 plenty of water, and sense of humor. Work will be on the Saddle Trail of Amos Mountain. Meet at the Flat Hill Parking Lot at the end of Heald Pond Road, Lovell.

Friday, Aug. 10, at 1 p.m., Maine’s Largest Woodpecker. The Pileated Woodpecker is the largest woodpecker found in the woods of North America.

From beak to tail they can measure 16 to 19 inches.

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Bean on a Rampage!

Bob Bean took second place in last week’s Tuesday Night Race, or as he prefers to say it, “First after Dave Eddy!”

And he had a good start to get the ball rolling.

With eight boats out to race, the wind was looking good, coming in a sweet and steady four to six knots from the southeast leading up to start time. Getting the boats to go was “no problem.” Things began very well for Bob Bean

as he and his able crew took the J22 Rampage first to the weathermark, having made up their “We Get To Start Last” handicap on the entire fleet in the first ten minutes or so of racing.

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GLLT events

(Continued from Page 6C) them as well. Join Bonny Boatman for a closer look at this magnificent bird.

Location: Charlotte Hobbs Library, Route 5, Lovell.

Saturday, Aug. 11, 8:45 to 10:45 a.m., Greater Lovell Land Trust 2018 Annual Meeting, VFW Hall, Routes 93 and Smarts Hill.

Tuesday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. at Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Loons in the Kezar Lake Watershed. Lee Attix, lead researcher, will present preliminary results of the 2018 loonmonitoring project sponsored by the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation on Kezar Lake and the surrounding ponds within the watershed.

Join GLLT to learn what the monitors discovered, what it means, and how you might be able to help with future research efforts. The presentation will include photos, and likely stories, which loons always seem to give. The talk is co-sponsored by the Greater Lovell Land Trust and Kezar Lake Watershed Association.

Wednesday, Aug. 15, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Loon Spotting on Trout Lake. In a joint effort with the Kezar Lake Watershed Association, Loon Researcher Lee Attix will help spot loons that spend the summer on Trout Lake at Camp Susan Curtis.

Bring binoculars and/or spotting scopes with tripods.

Location: Meet at the Charlotte Hobbs Library, Route 5, Lovell, to carpool.

Degree of Difficulty: Easy.

Coming up: Mushrooms of Lovell. Following a talk by Jimmie Veitch of White Mountain Mushrooms on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, on Thursday, Aug. 23, GLLT will offer two mushroom walks to learn more about fungi’s natural history and ecological functions. The first walk will be from 9:30 a.m. to noon; the second walk from 1 to 3 p.m.

Location: To be announced upon registration.

Degree of Difficulty: Easy.

Note: Limited to 20.

E-mail: lmachayes@gmail.com to register.

Fairway chips

(Continued from Page 6C) Kezar Country Club in Lovell with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $75 per individual or $300 for a team of four, which includes golf, cart and meal.

To sponsor a hole, cost is $75 or donate a prize.

For more information, contact the Harrison Village Library at 583-2870 or Sarah Bernard at 208-7182 or sbernard@ bates.edu

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Thistle just wouldn’t go away.

After a short luff up by Bean to defend his clear air, Eddy’s yellow Thistle road over the top of Rampage and bore off across his bow to make the turn at the second mark with a bit of a lead. Boats sailed by Greg Dean and Sandy Trend were not far behind Mr. Bean, and somehow Greg passed him to take over second spot early on in the third leg.

The wind filled from the southeast to give the Thistle a nice lead in close-reaching airs that held all the way across Harrison Bay. Dean maintained his edge on Rampage on his red Laser, but after the third mark it was the J22 taking charge upwind, passing all but Dave Eddy, who had a respectable lead that would prove to be insurmountable.

Eddy, with stalwart Josh Davis for crew, held on to take the gun for first despite good upwind work on Rampage.

Dean snagged third spot and there was a last-minute tussle for fourth with Tickety-Boo prevailing in the now-diminished air. The cheering section on the committee boat roared approval as each and every

AT THE FINISH LINE — Sail La Vie, Barbara B and Tickety-Boo cross the line in single file in racing action on Long Lake.

(Photo by Kim McCubrey) boat crossed the line. What fun to hear!

Results summary: 1. David Eddy, Josh Davis/ Thistle Windlord 2. Bob Bean, Paul Gillis, Jack Folsom/J22 Rampage 3. Greg Dean/Laser 4. Walt Read, Craig Trend/ Flying Scot Tickety-Boo 5. Rob Knowles and Allen from Ontario/Capri 22 Barbara B 6. Jerry Guyot and Jeff McCubrey/Flying Scot Sail La Vie 7. Sandy Trend/Sunfish

(second in Dinghy Class) 8. Ryan Knowles-Lane/ Daysailer.

Many thanks to Paul Follansbee and Nancy Boucher who ran the races, and to Kim McCubrey who along with Justen McCubrey and cousin Katelyn comprised the cheerleading section!

The Lake Region Sailing Club sails every Tuesday night from late June to early September on Long Lake’s Harrison Bay. LRSC also sails on some weekends during the summer. Races are

sponsored by Pat Klofas of Bridgton Physical Therapy.

(Thank you, Pat!) If you are a sailor, we invite you to come on out with your sailboat to have some fun! We are always looking for crew, so if you have never sailed, or you don’t own a boat, call David Eddy at 860-8417244, Jerry Guyot 650-0021 or Walt Read at 655-2317 to get a spot on a racing sailboat, or to get a ride out on the committee boat to see the action close up. Until then, Sail Fast!

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Price: $30, 400 spots left (as of June 26), price increases to $35 after Aug. 7.

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School news

FA Reunion

SCENES FROM INTO THE WOODS — If you have yet to experience Into the Woods, the latest production of Lake Region Community Theater, there are still three shows left — this Friday and Saturday, Aug. 10-11 at 7:30 p.m. in the LRHS auditorium, or Sunday at 2 p.m. Scenes from the show shared by Shannon Avery include: Little Red Riding Hood and Granny (Annie O’Connor, left, and Abby Vaughn); Rapunzel’s Prince (Derrek Schrader) and Cinderella’s Prince (Sean Buchanan); below The Baker (Matt Mayo) and The Baker’s Wife (Corban Ridlon); The Steward (David DelVecchio). Tickets are on sale at the following locations: Lemon & Tulips in Fryeburg; Bridgton Books, Hayes True Value in Bridgton; Krainin Real Estate in Raymond; Watkins Flowers in Casco; Casco Public Library; Naples Public Library; Aubuchon Hardware in Naples; and always at the door. Costs are $16 for adults and $12 for seniors and students.

(Photos courtesy Shannon Avery)

FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Academy welcomes alumni and guests to campus for a busy, event-filled weekend FridaySunday, Aug. 17-19, with a special emphasis on reunion classes ending in “3” and “8.”

On Friday, Aug. 17, at 5 p.m., the Fryeburg Academy Alumni Association will hold its annual meeting in the Bion R. Cram Library. All FA alums are welcome to attend.

Starting at 6 p.m., all are invited to the opening reception in the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. Beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served from 6 to 8 p.m. while guests enjoy the “Academy Collection” Art Exhibit, as well as a display honoring FA faculty and staff through the years.

This event is free of charge and open to all alumni and friends of Fryeburg Academy.

On Saturday, Aug. 18, reunion events begin early with a bird walk through the Intervale (8:30-9:30 a.m. — meet in the old Alumni House parking lot) with FA faculty member, Joel Rhymer.

The farm-to-table “Breakfast in the Barn” will follow from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Alumni field hockey enthusiasts are encouraged to meet at the field hockey field at 10 a.m. for a fun pick-up game with longtime coach Dede Frost.

Campus tours will leave periodically from the Performing Arts Center at 1 and 2 p.m., and stop by the school store for FA memorabilia from 1 to 4:30 p.m. in the main building.

At 4 p.m., senior alumni (alumni up through the 50th Class of 1968) will gather at 686 Main Street, under the tent, for a cocktail reception and class photos. The all-year reception and all other class photos will take place at the Harvey Dow Gibson Athletic Center in the Wadsworth Arena from 4:30 p.m. on with the always-delicious reunion banquet beginning at 6 p.m., catered by Fryeburg’s favorite chef, Alan Whitaker ’77.

Individual class gatherings are happening all weekend, as well.

Please visit FA’s website www.fryeburgacademy.org/ reunion for more information on these events, class photo schedules, and reunion banquet ticket information.

Golf lovers, pick up your discount coupons for a Sunday tee time at the Lake Kezar Country Club in Lovell.

Please call the FA Alumni Office for more information or to purchase banquet tickets at 935-2001, ext. 3147 or e-mail alumni@fryeburgacademy.org

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Opinion & Comment

August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 1D

Small World

by Henry Precht BN Columnist

It’s time for a tuneup

Our country, most critics agree — and there are few commentators who are not critics — suffers from weak and uncertain leadership. We are riven, they say, by uncompromising and conflicting ideologies, by a steep chasm separating the rich from the poor, and by a refusal on all competing sides to honor the unity derived from a common history.

What the nation needs, the tough-minded among them prescribe, is a firm authoritarian hand at the helm. The common man is an ignoramus, they assert. He knows no civics, nothing about the art of compromise and has almost no practical experience in the give and take of politics. It is foolhardy to entrust the nation’s future to those so poorly qualified.

In short, these harsh critics conclude, democracy has failed. Their necessary answer is nationalism. Our only hope is to keep our bloodlines pure, free of foreign ideological and ethnic germs. These concepts are more brazenly voiced and sometimes put into operation by populist parties in Europe, TURKEYS WAITING for the tomatoes to ripen. especially in Eastern Europe.

I take a different view: I say the answer to our multiple divisions and dilemmas is more, not less democracy. The systems and institutions that from ancient days have controlled our politics and governance are badly in need of reform and refurbishing.

Let’s start with our rules for allotting votes in the legislative Elderly Japanese want to be grandparents, but few of the branches and in the Electoral College. (Sorry, Mainers!) It is children they raised are having children of their own. There’s an TUNE-UP, Page 3D acute grandchildren shortage in Japan and robots are filling the gap. According to sbs.com.au: “More than ten thousand of them are in homes and businesses across Japan. They’re purchased on payment plans, much like a cell phone.”

I first learned of this about ten years ago when reading about demographic problems in Japan, and I thought the robotgrandchildren phenomenon very strange. It’s one thing for little

by Paul LePage girls to have talking dolls; I remember my sisters being gaga over their “Chatty Cathy” dolls 60 years ago. The dolls had a Governor of Maine little ring in the back of the neck so that if you pulled it and let go, the doll would say something childlike. But these are mature Japanese adults essentially playing with 21st century robotic dolls.

As with reading a novel, it would seem that a certain suspension of disbelief is necessary to “play” with a robotic grandchild.

Children have little difficulty achieving this with their dolls and action figures, but it feels unhealthy for adults. I like novels and I can suspend disbelief while reading, but I know the author is Last week I spoke to you about the reforms we are pro- human and has created characters based on actual people — in posing for the child welfare system, including better staff training and better support for our frontline caseworkers.

Suddenly, a lot of organizations want to take credit for these reforms, including the state employees’ union.

This is not about sharing the credit or the blame.

One recent holiday (the Fourth of July) I was checking the Reforming our child welfare system is the right thing to do.

However, I take exception to the union’s sudden interest in motor oil and other fluids in my vehicle, which was parked on level ground. It was morning time and the vehicle had not been this issue.

Based on internal reviews at DHHS, a number of changes driven since the night before.

Someone said that Subarus have a reputation for burning have already been made in how child welfare cases are handled. We have also been gathering suggestions from motor oil. So I keep an eye on that.

The other fluids — such as the antifreeze/coolant, the power DHHS employees. However, the state employees’ union director, Alec Maybarduk, told the media last week that the steering fluid and the windshield wiper fluid — have containers union does not think DHHS workers’ concerns are being or receptacles with lines on them to let me know where the levels addressed. As governor, I am troubled by the response of the are. However, I was in the habit of double checking by removing the radiator cap. I leaned over the hole; I could see the liquid. state’s unions.

Big sigh of relief — I am not guilty of driving with one fluid I have heard from the state employees’ unions about the closure of the Downeast Correctional Facility in Washington or the other bone dry.

About ten minutes later, I am still by my vehicle and my left County. But I have not heard from these unions about how I should prioritize funding to train child welfare casework- eye starts to burn a little bit.

Suddenly, I became convinced that the antifreeze has gotten ers. The state employees’ unions have no trouble asking the Legislature to allow state workers to put their children on into my eye. Then, it starts feeling puffy in an entire circle — MaineCare instead of the state’s health insurance plan. They about the size of the radiator cap — around my eye. I cautiously have blocked sensible workplace drug-testing reforms in the cover my good eye to see if I can see. Already, I am imagining midst of the opioid crisis and the legalization of marijuana. the super-scary trip to the emergency room on a holiday. Am I Yet when it comes to helping state employees protect the going to drive myself there? I won’t call an ambulance I decide. most vulnerable members of our society — young children in My eye feels so puffy I can barely open it. Drive myself or ask a abusive homes — never did any representative of the union friend? It’s Independence Day, and people have plans.

As I walk up the stairs into the house, the panic and pain gets UNIONS, Page 3D

(Photo submitted by Donna Richardson of Bridgton)

‘Grandkids’ built to order

Views from Augusta

Where were unions when it mattered?

Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin BN Columnist

part at least. Well-written novels can be realistic, but talking to a robot on a feeling level? I could never suspend disbelief enough to accomplish that.

I talk to Siri on my iPhone, to Alexa on my Amazon devices, and to robotic answering services on technical support lines, but I know they’re disembodied automatons. There’s nothing human about them and I cannot imagine relating to them as if there were. An increasing number of people are though; some are even having sex with robots. Researching for this column I watched videos of people talking to sex robots about vaguely ROBOTS, Page 3D

Hitching a ride on hypochondria

Letters

CEO gets no confidence

To The Editor: Gee, what a surprise — the big shots of the board of directors had three hospitals vote no confidence in the CEO but they know better

than the hundreds of workers, doctors, nurses, and general help that have to deal with him daily, trying to do the wonderful job they all do.

How many doctors have to leave before they wake up and say it’s not about our ego, it’s admitting we were wrong.

Get a clue people. Please save our hospitals.

Dave O’Connor Casco

Walking out the door

To The Editor: While the CEOs for Bridgton Hospital and Central Maine Healthcare use fancy PR terms and consultant speak to try to justify the mess at Bridgton Hospital, patients like me are being left with no primary care provider. With the impending exit of the only practitioner left at

Bridgton Family Practice and no replacement hired, that practice is effectively gone.

One of the two remaining doctors at Bridgton Internal Medicine is accepting new patients, but initial visits are not being scheduled until well into 2019. One doctor at Naples Family Practice is accepting new patients, but not seeing them until late in 2018.

I have heard from other patients that one of the two

AFTER HOURS AT DAC — The monthly Chamber After Hours was held at Denmark Arts Center. Pictured left to right: Dan Harden, Chamber president; Susan Bean of Denmark Arts Center; and Sue Mercer, Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce executive director. In other news, a ribbon cutting was held at Bridgton Arts & Crafts (12 Depot Street), celebrating 40 years, on Tuesday, Aug. 7, at 11 a.m. The Chamber welcomed new member Anne Geisler, EA, LLC. One’s tax return deserves the personal service and careful attention to detail that only a local, experienced and responsible tax practitioner can deliver. After 30 years of practice in the Damariscotta region, Geisler’s office is now located in Naples.

It Dawned on Me

by Dawn De Busk BN Columnist worse. I am thinking: Oh, no, I can’t photograph the parade in Naples with what’s happening to my eye.

I look in the bathroom mirror. Both eyes are totally normal.

No redness. No swelling. Normal.

That is hypochondria in action.

Yes, I am a bit of a hypochondriac.

When my father was going to have heart valve surgery, I was convinced I was having a heart attack. I even went to the closest fire station, where I was told my blood pressure was low and the pain was in the wrong leg or arm.

When my mother described the symptoms of pain and tingling in her feet like walking on pins, the same exact thing started HYPOCHONDRIA, Page 2D doctors at Bridgton Internal Medicine has been ordered to split his time between Bridgton and Rumford.

That’s the same way I learned that I have no primary care provider. Apparently, no one associated with Bridgton Hospital or Central Maine Healthcare saw fit to advise patients of our loss of primary care.

Perhaps, patients’ interests would be best served by the two CEOs following the parade of doctors and other medical staff out the door.

Elaine DeMasse Sweden

Black and it was an honor to have Sue’s husband, Sam, ring the church bells in memory of her.

Norway Savings Bank was this year’s proud sponsor, and thanks for the donations of bottled water from Hannaford and that magical digital sign on Route 302 from Hancock Lumber that suggested people attend our annual event.

Thankfully, Doug Porter, Historical Society President Sweden

Thank you

To The Editor: The following Bridgton Police blotter item caught my eye: “11:17 a.m. Officer McCormick handled a report of trespassing sheep on the church lawn on Fosterville Road.”

“Holy Hannah Barbara,” I exclaimed.

Trespassing sheep on a church lawn? How can that be? Doesn’t the Good Book say we should welcome “lost sheep?”

In the parable of the lost sheep (Matthew 18:12, KJV), Jesus says: “How think ye?

If a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and LETTERS, Page 2D

To The Editor: The Sweden Historical Society would like to thank all that attended and volunteered their time at this year’s Sweden Days celebration. Also, thank you to the Town of Sweden and the Community Church for the use of the Town Center.

The Sweden Volunteer Fire Department surprised us with one of their fire trucks and offered tours of the fire department, while Saturday’s heavy rains didn’t stop guests from spending money at our yard sale.

A wonderful photo display was on hand to showcase the life of our dear friend Sue

Lost sheep

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Letters

(Continued from Page 1D) goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray?”

So, the lost sheep come home (to the church) and we charge them with trespass?

Bob Casimiro Bridgton

Independent times

To The Editor: With less than 100 days until the November election, the campaigning season is heating up under the August heat wave with more and more political wrangling taking up media time. Meanwhile, I continue to talk with more and more voters about getting issues resolved. My community survey results indicate issues that affect health, safety and future for our children, seniors and families are high on voters’ minds. Key issues such as health care, education, affordable housing and food insecurity, as well as others, remain serious problems for our communities’ future growth and prosperity. Our number one priority should be to ensure that the future is bright and promising for our children and the generations to come.

With your vote for me, I believe we can change the current course of government. I will demand more from our government and be active in the process.

I call it “the middle out” approach. Work where we can find consensus and common solutions, if need be, a little at a time. After all, some progress is better than no progress. We need to bring back integrity, respect and accountability to government and represent people and not fall prey to the power structure and big money. In return, I look for you to be more active, part-

ner with other community members to be collectively active. We can make our communities a better place to live and work. It will take all of us to accomplish success.

Are you willing to work with me on this? Vote on Nov. 6 for Riseman, Independent for the Legislature for Harrison, Bridgton and Denmark. I am “Independent for Good Reasons.” Your vote counts more than ever.

Walter Riseman Candidate for Legislative District 69 Harrison, Bridgton and Denmark

Facts or opinions?

To The Editor: You had two letters last week from a gentleman chock full of venomous negative opinions of our president.

It would appear, based on their content, one of your other frequent writers has either graduated a student or acquired a protégé.

Should he decide to continue writing to the paper, let us hope he does not fall into the trap of vituperative redundancy, but rather engages us in helpful dialogue as to what specifically he finds objectionable to 1) the tax cut; 2) the three million new jobs added to the economy; 3) the lowest unemployment rate in 60 years; 4) the all-time high stock market; 5) the slowing down and hopefully ultimate dismantlement of the ACA (you remember that program that would allow you to keep your doctor and lower your cost?); 6) active and aggressive renegotiation of horrendous trade agreements; 7) withdrawal from the ridiculous Iran agreement; 8) defeat of Isis; 9) reinvigorating America’s defenses; 10) forcing NATO members to live up to their collective responsibility for the organization; 11) initiating direct contact with the leaders of North Korea; 12)

SUPER-SIZED CANINE – This merlequin Great Dane named Mouse is only 10 months old and is owned by Nick Theriault, of Bridgton. Mouse was one of the dogs that attended the Dog Days in Bridgton, which was held on Saturday.

(De Busk Photo) relocating the American Embassy to Jerusalem; 13) confronting China head on for its currency manipulation and corrupt trade practices; 14) sanctions against Russia and expelling 60 of their diplomats; and 15) trying diligently to get an obstructionoriented Congress to fix our immigration laws and secure our borders.

The above is a short list of specific topics that it would be far more productive to engage in discussion of than to incessantly and redundantly express one’s personal distaste for another personality.

You know — engage in hate speech.

Give it a try. You might find it ultimately more persuasive and productive in the long run.

Don Vose Naples

Stand up for ourselves

To The Editor: Do you think bullies disappear after we leave high school? Some fools never outgrow being a jerk. They don’t steal your lunch money anymore or give you wedgies, but bullies are everywhere and can still harass you, continually insult you, and undermine your work. Donald Trump is but one glaring example of the boy who emotionally stayed in junior high.

“Fighting means you could lose. Bullying means you can’t.

A bully wants to beat somebody; he doesn’t want to fight somebody.”

— Andrew Vachss Bullies are a pain in the butt and at times can be scary and embarrassing. But far too often they are tolerated. Why? Because we just don’t want to

deal with these idiots. So we pretend that they either don’t bother us, or we just grin and bear all their misbehavior and baloney. Sometimes bullies overstay their “welcome” so we need some strategies to deal with them.

Here are some ideas to help you understand and deal with bullies, no matter what your age.

Separate yourself from the bully. Avoidance is the easiest step to take. If an opportunity arises for you to get away from a bully, take it. It can’t work every time, but it’s a start.

DON’T play the victim.

A bully singles out a person because they see them as weak and vulnerable. When you stop being a victim, the bully’s bullying starts to embarrass them, and they will eventually stop (in most cases). Most bullies just want to upset people and get them flustered so they feel like they have control.

Stand up for yourself. In some instances, some force may be needed. If a bully keeps coming for you despite

all your diplomatic efforts, you have to push back. Don’t punch him (yet!), of course, but use your brain and your words.

Ask for help. Sometimes, despite your best efforts, some bullies just will not stop. If things have gone too far and you can’t safely get rid of this rump swab, tell someone. You are not weak if you reach out to others for help with bullying. You tried to handle things on your own first. Some bullies just can’t be handled alone.

A bully is like a virus, a disease. They are sick themselves, in their soul, so they make others feel smaller, so by contrast they look bigger. If we want to effectively fight any disease the first thing we need to do is boost our immune systems, our natural defense. It’s like that with bullying. We need to be more assertive by being more self-confident. Standing up for ourselves is the right thing to do in all areas of life.

Michael Corthell Bridgton LETTERS, Page 5D

Award-winning contemporary folk duo Neptune’s Car (Holly Hanson and Steve Hayes) A LOVABLE MUG – This puppy had a field day during the Dog Days in Bridgton on will play their original music on the north lawn of the Noble House Inn, 81 Highland Rd. Saturday. The unnamed pup, which is available for adoption at Harvest Hills Animal in Bridgton, on Thursday, Aug. 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bring blankets or chairs, no alcoShelter, is being held by Animal Care Technician Tiffany Brown.

(De Busk Photo) hol please. Suggested donation $10–$15, all proceeds go to the musicians. FMI 647-3733.

Hitching a ride on hypochondria (Continued from Page 1D) happening to me.

I refrain from looking up symptoms and illnesses on the Internet. I stay much healthier by staying away from that type of information.

I still get a little nutty about tick-borne diseases and the fear of getting them without ever knowing a tick was on me. In fact, my neck was sore this morning and I thought: “Isn’t that a sign of Lyme disease? Is it a stiff neck or a sore throat? You sleep wrong, Dawn.”

Lately, I have found an effective way to manage my selfdiagnosed hypochondria. I’ve transferred it to my vehicle.

I worry about how “healthy” my Subaru is.

I will be driving down the road, and I will turn off the radio and the air conditioning so I can listen to the engine run.

Most people could pull off this activity with an air of casualness.

Not me — I listen to the vehicle like a mime.

I push my hair behind my listening ears. I cock my head like a canine does when it is listening to an odd sound. I widen my eyes as though I am hearing the sound for the first time.

Then, I imagine things that could be wrong with the vehicle.

I think that a belt is ready to snap although I was told they looked new less than two months ago. Most likely, I have imagined things that couldn’t possibly go wrong with the vehicle.

Thankfully, the Subaru is not as sensitive to suggestion as I am.

I still check the vehicle’s fluids regularly. I have learned to trust the lines on the fluid receptacles. I keep my eyeballs away from my radiator fluid fears. Those are some of the ways I keep my hypochondriac tendencies in check.

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August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 3D

Time to tuneup Electoral College, Constitution

(Continued from Page 1D) simply not fair, not just, for a Wyoming or a Maine congressman’s vote to be valued at vastly more than a representative from New York or California. Candidates are selected, campaigns waged, and funds expended on the basis of this anachronistic setup. If the arguments had to be made to appeal to the entire country were nationally based, they would be wiser and closer to resolving national problems. Small states (perhaps excepting Maine) are more easily influenced by the selfish interests that abound in our land.

Continuing on this theme, I find the distortions of the Electoral College are an insult to a modern nation. The system allows — as it did in 2016 — a candidate with a minority of the popular vote to prevail if his support is located in key states.

The Founders’ original idea was to provide a status-protecting deal for slave-holding states that would encourage them to join the Union. (Some say the interests of the monied classes were behind the construction of such an undemocratic enterprise.

Whatever the history, it was designed to protect minority interests, not those of the country as a whole.)

Abolish the Electoral College, I say, and let the president

be chosen by popular vote alone. Perhaps a run off might be Easy to suggest, the dickens to achieve. But essential if we written into the Constitution if no candidate received a majority are to run smoothly as a nation in the era ahead. Like global of the votes. warming, Constitutional change is huge but essential if we are While we’re at it, we might change the lifelong tenure to survive and prosper. of Supreme Court justices to something more limited, like Henry Precht is a retired Foreign Service Officer. one ten-year term. Otherwise, the effects of the appointment powers of a single administration might last for decades and PUBLIC NOTICE decades (as with Clarence Thomas).

Flipping through the pages of the Constitution and laws that have grown up over the years, it becomes clearly apparent that Request For Bids we need a thorough overall of our basic rules. Nothing less than Casco Memorial School Field Project Phase 2 a Constitutional Convention is what’s required. Such a gathering of the best brains might, for example, clarify and reword The Town of Casco invites bids for Phase 2 of the Casco the second amendment and the right to bear arms. Or it might Memorial Field project. Information and bid documents are available on the Town website and may be obtained at the Casco Town add explicit language to the Constitution on the authority to Office. This project is partially-funded by community develdeclare war, or the way religious institutions should be treated opment funds and is subject to Davis Bacon wage rates. Bids are by the government. All corrective changes expressed in the due in the Office of the Town Manager, 635 Meadow Road, final report, would be subject to popular approval, rejection, or Casco, Maine no later than August 16, 2018 at 12:00 noon. modification through actions of the national or state legislatures 3T30 as prescribed in the Constitution. The details can be worked out if the urgent need and concept of cure are agreed on.

TOWN OF CASCO

Replacing grandkids with robots

(Continued from Page 1D) sexual subjects and I was surprised at the sophistication of the technology involved in creating these “sexbots.”

So far, the only sexbots I’ve seen are made to look female.

Evidently, some males are so hyper-libidinous that a machine would do the trick for them, and there are places they can go now to use robots for sex. A breitbart.com article reported robot brothels gaining popularity in Europe. At one Austrian brothel, many customers prefer a particular robot over real women, and a Barcelona operation is looking to expand worldwide. Customers pay between $87 and $108 for an hour with a sexbot. Some are paying $10,000 to $15,000 to purchase one.

Sexbot brothel owners report that customers act out lurid fantasies with sexbots that they wouldn’t do with human females, and this sounds dangerous. Even more dangerous are childlike robots for sex. While some think child sexbots are safe outlets for pedophiles, others suspect they’re not safe at all because they’re likely to heighten perverted desires in those who use them.

Some countries ban them, but so far they’re legal in the United States. According to NBCNews: “Representative Dan Donovan (R-NY) introduced legislation that would ban the importation and distribution of child sex dolls and child sexbots.”

Good for him, I say. Think of sexbots as three-dimensional pornography. If watching two-dimensional porn is a major cause of divorce — and research seems to confirm that it is — one would think the three-dimensional kind would be even more damaging to marriages. Two-dimensional porn, however, involves images of real human beings. Sexbots are not human, but I would think users of them must, at least temporarily, believe they are.

Taking a long view of all these phenomena, they amount to a further separation of the sex act from its primary purpose: reproduction. When the birth control pill started being used widely in the 1960s, it gave impetus to the sexual revolution. Sex outside of marriage lost its stigma and the results are obvious to anyone old enough to remember how it used to be. Conservatives tend to believe the results are disastrous. Liberals, however, are inclined to celebrate them as liberating.

It would seem impossible that we should ever be able to put the toothpaste back in the tube, but I choose to hold out hope. I don’t expect to see a turn-around in my lifetime, however. The

Where were unions when it mattered?

(Continued from Page 1D) attempt to meet with me to bring these needs to my attention.

It is reasonable to expect that the union would advocate for better training, more support services, and modern technology to improve their members’ work experience. But they have not brought it to my attention. Some of the temporary changes we have made at DHHS have increased staff workloads, but it is because we are putting children first. I will always put the life of a child first.

There will be additional reforms in future bills, including adding staff, once robust training is in place and improved supports for caseworkers. It’s a curious coincidence that the state employee unions are suddenly moved to advocate on behalf of their employees now that the elimination of fairshare dues was just made permanent by the U.S. Supreme Court. It is disgusting that the union’s need for dues money is finally motivating them to take an active interest in supporting our state workers in the child welfare system.

Maybe if the unions had partnered with management, we would have already made many of these needed reforms.

It must be an election year.

nuclear family is on the ropes and being pummeled every day in our culture. The very terms “father” and “mother” are slowly being outlawed by the left. United States passport applications now substitute “parent 1” and “parent 2” for those old, outdated, soon-to-be-obsolete words.

The rules of society have changed drastically over the past half-century, but Natural Law has not. It is my expectation that the latter will win out eventually, but not before we Americans experience considerably more societal suffering, and long after I’m dead.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired middle school U.S. History teacher.

TOWN OF NAPLES PUBLIC HEARING

The Naples Planning Board will be holding a meeting at 15 Village Green Lane on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. On the agenda: 1.) A preliminary plan application for a Major Subdivision to be known as “Brandy Crossing Subdivision,” submitted by Front Nine Homes, LLC for property found on Tax Map U24, Lot 1.

2.) An application for a Major Site Plan Review, submitted by James Allen for the proposed construction of a commercial boat storage building for property found on Tax Map U01, Lot 7-B. Plans may be viewed online at www.townofnaples.org.

Public welcome.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice

There will be a public hearing on August 21, 2018, at 6:30 p.m., at the Harrison Town Office to discuss granting access for ATVs to travel over the Town roads from Bolsters Mills to the Plains Road to access the pipeline, and then from Rich Road to Ryefield Bridge Road to access the bridge back into Otisfield. Anyone with questions or concerns is asked to attend. If you are unable to attend please submit, in writing, your questions or concerns to the Town Clerk by Tuesday, August 21st at noon.

A map of the roadway is available at the town office and on our website under the Announcement for a public hearing.

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TOWN OF BRIDGTON 3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

APPEALS BOARD VACANCIES The Town of Bridgton is now accepting applications for individuals to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Appeals Board hears and decides administrative as well as variance appeals using state law and local ordinances to guide them. The Appeals Board meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7:15p.m. (pending an application).

Interested individuals should submit a Committee Application to Brenda Day, Town of Bridgton, 3 Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton, Maine by September 1, 2018. Applications are available at the Town Office or at www.bridgtonmaine.org

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PUBLIC NOTICE

AGENDA Public Hearing Casco Planning Board August 13, 2018 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M.

1. Approve Minutes of April 23rd, 2018.

2. Edward St. Pierre has filed an application for a Dimensional Variance to permit a 6.5' reduction from the required 25' rear setback to allow an 18.5' rear setback, and a 9.5' reduction from the required 25' side setback to allow a 15.5' side setback. The applicant is requesting these reduced setbacks to allow construction of a 16' x 24' garden shed. The property is known as Map 3A, Lot 21 and is commonly known as 6 Thomas Pond Shore Road, and is located in a Residential District.

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LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

STATE OF MAINE CUMBERLAND, SS.

LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

MAINE DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT NINE LOCATION: BRIDGTON DIVISION OF N CUMBERLAND DOCKET NO. BRIDC-RE-2018-004

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, acting through the RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, USDA, f/k/a the FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION

) ) ) ) ) PLAINTIFF ) ) vs. ) ) SANDRA J. HAYNES a/k/a SANDRA J. ) ALKAFAJI a/k/a SANDRA ALKAFAJI- ) HAYNES ) ) DEFENDANT ) ) and ) ) OPTION ONE MORTGAGE ) CORPORATION a/k/a SAND ) CANYON CORPORATION ) ) PARTY IN INTEREST )

ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE AND SERVICE

BY PUBLICATION TITLE TO REAL ESTATE INVOLVED

On Motion of the Plaintiff for Alternate Service and Service by Publication of the Complaint for Foreclosure on the Defendant pursuant to M.R. Civ. P. 4(g), it appearing that this is an action to foreclose a mortgage from Sandra J. Haynes, dated September 4, 1992, and recorded in the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds in Book 10266, Page 074, on premises located at 37 Woodridge Drive, Steep Falls, Maine.

1. Call to Order 2. Approval of May 14th, 2018 Minutes 3. Rex Bradbury has filed a Site Plan Application to allow enclosure of a 10' x 14' porch as well as repair and replace back steps with new steps that will be 16' long, which is an increase of 5' from the existing steps. The property is known as Map 32, Lot 30 and is commonly known as 14 Webbs Mills Road. The property is located in the Village, Resource Protection and Stream & Wetlands Protection Districts.

5. D.M. Roma Consulting Engineers has filed an Application on behalf of Bear Point, Inc., to permit design and construction of a back lot driveway to serve a new dwelling to be constructed on Bear Island. The property is commonly known as 74 Bear Island Road. The property is located in a Limited Residential Recreational District.

6. D.M. Roma Consulting Engineers has filed a Site Plan Application on behalf of RJR, LLC to permit construction of four (4) additional buildings, two (2) of which will be 40' x 150' and the remaining two (2) will be 30' x 15' for a total footprint of an additional 21,000 sq. ft. The four (4) new structures will be used as self-storage facilities. The property is commonly known as 299 Roosevelt Trail. The property is located in the Commercial District.

7. D.M. Roma Consulting Engineers has filed a Sketch Plan on behalf of RE-PETE, LLC for a proposed Minor Subdivision to include four (4) lots and 550' of new roadway to provide access to said lots. The property is commonly known as Map 3, Lot 33, located on Roosevelt Trail. The property is located in the Commercial and Stream & Wetland Protection Districts.

8. Other.

AGENDA Casco Zoning Board of Appeals August 20, 2018, 2018 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M.

3. Other.

PUBLIC NOTICE

4. D.M. Roma Consulting Engineers has filed a Site Plan Application on behalf of J & L Carver Properties, LLC to permit improvement of Map 15, Lot 8-2 of the Murch Estates Subdivision, to expand the trailer sales use with additional gravel parking for inventory. The property is commonly known as Roosevelt Trail. The property is located in the Village and Limited Residential Recreational Districts.

THE ART OF MUSIC — Rusty Wiltjer, of Wiltjer Pottery in Harrison, seen here playing his hand-made ceramic drums at this year’s Bridgton Art in the Park event. Rusty is an accomplished percussionist and potter.

He can be heard and seen, along with area musician Brad Hooper, every Sunday afternoon, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Freedom Cafe in Naples.

Public Notice

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It further appears, and the Court so finds, that personal service of the Complaint cannot be made upon the Defendant any other way inasmuch as her present whereabouts is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be established, it is hereby ORDERED that service be made upon the Defendant by leaving a copy of the Summons and Complaint at the subject premises of the foreclosure and in addition by publishing this Order once a week for three consecutive weeks in The Bridgton News, a newspaper of general circulation in Cumberland County. *In addition, a copy of the summons and complaint, and a copy of this Order shall be sent by regular mail with proof of mailing and a forwarding order request, by Plaintiff. PD The first publication shall be made within twenty (20) days after the Order is granted. Service by publication shall be complete on the twenty-first day after the first publication. Within twenty (20) days after service is complete by the foregoing method, the Defendant shall appear and defend this action by filing an answer with the Clerk of the Maine District Court, 3 Chase Street Ste. 2, Bridgton, ME 04009, and by serving a copy of the answer on Plaintiff’s attorney, Richard H. Broderick, Jr., Esq., at P.O. Box 5, Lincoln, Maine 04457. If she fails to do so a judgment by default will be rendered against her for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

IMPORTANT WARNING: IF YOU FAIL TO FILE AN ANSWER WITHIN THE TIME STATED ABOVE, OR IF AFTER YOU FILE YOUR ANSWER YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT ANY TIME THE COURT NOTIFIES YOU TO DO SO, A JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU IN YOUR ABSENCE FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME. IF YOU INTEND TO OPPOSE THIS LAWSUIT, DO NOT FAIL TO ANSWER WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME. If you believe the Plaintiff is not entitled to all or part of the claim set forth in the Complaint or if you believe you have a claim of your own against the Plaintiff, you should talk to a lawyer. You may ask the office of the Clerk of the Maine District Court for information as to places where you may seek legal assistance.

Dated: 7-16-18

/s/ Peter Darvin Hon. Peter Darvin Judge, District Court

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ATTENTION

HELP WANTED

BRIDGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY — now hiring: part-time library clerk. Job description available at main desk or online: www.bridgtonlibrary.org. 3t32x

FOR SALE

JOHN DEERE RIDING MOWER — 38” cut, Kholer engine, new parts, rebuilt deck, runs good, $800. Simplicity riding mower, excellent shape, $500. Push mowers, chain saws available.

HELP WANTED — Anticipated 595-3828 4t32x and current employment opportunities Maine School Adminis- CAMP FIREWOOD — ½ cord trative District 72, Fryeburg, Me. soft wood, $90. ½ cord hard wood, Posted on our website: www. $150. ½ cord mixed, $120, 1 cord msad72.org tf5 seasoned, $260. Call 583-4202.

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WORK WANTED

STUMP GRINDING — brush hogging, rototilling, light earth work. Call 207-595-8628, ask for Bill. 16t26x

SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR — looking for plumbing work in the local area. Call 647-8026. tf38

ODD JOBS — By the hour, day, week or job. Power washing, light trucking. Free estimates. Call 6274649. 6t28x IF YOU NEED — anything cleaned up or cleaned out, my trailer is 7’ x 12’. Chuck’s Maintenance, 743-9889.

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RED’S FIREWOOD — Cut, split and delivered. Any amounts.

Call 615-6342 for details. tf18

ANTIQUE MAGIC CHEF — Gas Stove, 4-burner, oven, broiler, 2 warming drawers, color – cream & green, $200. Call 207-4522244. 3t31x

CANOE — 14-foot Old Town. lightly used, $300. Call 603-3566884 (land line; no texts please).

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GLASS-TOP TABLE — wickerstyle with two captain swivel chairs and four regular chairs. $100. Call 207-452-2244. 3t31x

SNOWMOBILE DOG SLED —Used twice, $250. Call 6473028. 2t32x

DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried twelve months. Selling seasoned hardwood year-round. One cord $250, cut, split, delivered. Call 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. westermainefirewood.com 52t22x

BRIDGTON — 1 and 2-bedroom apartments available in good location, quiet area. References a must, proof of employment and first month security deposit required.

Call Victor at 207-650-8071.

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West Bridgton — Onebedroom apartment, second floor, small covered deck, cathedral ceiling, washer dryer, storage shed, electric, gas stove and heat included. Light and open concept living $5 FOR TATTERED — U.S. and dining area, small kitchen with Flag when purchasing new U.S. cabinet storage. Country setting.

Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag Available Sept. 1st. $875.00 first & Banner, Windham, 893-0339. and security required, and refer tf46 ences, 207-647-5945. tf31 TIRES — 4 P225/75R16, $40 BRIDGTON — Rooms for rent. studded; 3 P205/75R15, $40 $125 per week furnished with Instudded; 4 245/75R16, $50 and 2 ternet. Call Ben at 207-894-8303.

P195/75R14, 40. Call 207-452- tf9 2244. 3t31x — Rooms for rent. $125 VEHI­CLES FOR SALE CASCO per week furnished with Internet JESUS IS LORD — new and and laundry onsite. Call Tommy at used auto parts. National locator. 207-595-4946. tf9 Most parts 2 days. Good used cars. BUSINESS SERVICES Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477. tf30 BACKSTREET AUTO — Light auto repair, welding, metal FOR RENT fabrication. Reasonable rates. 163 NAPLES — Available Aug. 1st. Frost Farm Rd., Bridgton. Call 32t21 2-bedroom, plus small office area (cell) 583-5497. possible. Upstairs flat that has all EYE CARE — Comprehensive been redone. All new appliances, adult and child eye exams. 2-year including dishwasher. Heat and eyeglasses warranty, contact lenses. hot water included, along with off- Sacopee Valley Eye Care, 91 Mastreet parking. Neat, clean, nice ple Street, Cornish. 207-625-3700. setting. Snow removal, garbage sveyecare.com 10t23x removal. No pets, no smoking.

Walking distances to town beach, KAYAKS — 2 doubles, 5 singles. 1 shopping, and town as a whole. canoe, $20. On the river to the state $1,200 a month. Call 693-6255 be- park in Casco. Call Bill at 603-770tween 8-5. tf29 2389. 7t29x

Carpenter — 3 years experience, transportation and basic tools. Clean and sober. Good pay, full-time.

Carpenter’s Helper — Some knowledge of building construction helpful but will train.

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HELP WANTED

YARD SALES

Premium Hardwood Mix

DENMARK HOUSE PAINTING — Since 1980. Interior and exterior painting. Free estimates. Call John Mathews 452-2781. tf40

BARN SALE — Saturday & Sunday, August 11 and 12, 9-2, Lewis Road, Harrison. Dollhouse, doll furniture, chairs, household, some tools, rototiller, buttons, jewelry, LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER etc. No early birds.

1t32x — Rozzie May Animal Alliance, dedicated spay/neuter nonprofit MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE serving N.H. and Maine. Cats — Aug. 10 & 11, 8-3, corner of $70-$85. Dogs at Conway clinic, Middle Ridge Rd. and Harrison starting at $100. Military discounts, Rd. 1t32x N.H./Maine plans. Register online www.RozzieMay.org or call 603- BLOW OUT BARN SALE — 447-1373. tf18 Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10-4. 2 N. High Street at the monuWANTED ment behind Paw Prints. Furniture, home décor, tools, garden supplies PLEASE CONSIDER — & much more. 647-9907, Bridgdonating gently used furniture, ton. 2t32 household items and more to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter.

FMI, go to our website www. harvesthills.org for details or call 935-4358, ext. 21. tf44

COMMUNITY FLEA MARKET — at Fryeburg Fairgrounds every Sunday until Sept. 2, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. General merchandise, collectables, antiques, tools, sports cards and much more. Vendor spaces available, 603-447-2679. 12t24x Madison Heights Association — Yard Sale. Aug. 11 from 9-2.

1 Madison Dr. Naples. Look for houses with balloons.

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GARAGE SALE — Bridgton.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 8-4. Indoors. Wood framed mirrors, dorm size refrigerator, low voltage landscape lights, track lights, knickknacks, china, beer tap handles and more. New stuff added daily. 119 Sweden Rd (Rte. 93), half-mile from intersection 302.

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Fri. & Sat., Aug. 10 & 11 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Corner of Iredale St. & Rt. 117 BRIDGTON Come check out my new location this weekend!

The shop will be filled with many antiques, vintage and collectible merchandise. Furniture, artwork, glass, home décor, tools, and lots of fresh, new merchandise for you.

So please come by and see what you have been waiting for. Hours limited as I get settled in. Expect new items each day. Let’s do this!

FMI call (207)838-6282 or (207)647-5770.

TIM’S TREE SERVICE, INC. BOOTHBAY, ME

YARD SALES

SEASONED $260/cord for 2+ cords $280 for 1 cord GREEN $200/cord for 2+ cords $220 for 1 cord Order online at www.khiellogging.com or call 207-452-2157

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Call 207-415-4476 for an interview

BUSINESS SERVICES

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For Residential & Commercial HONEST & DEPENDABLE If quality matters to you call for free estimates.

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Classified line ads are posted Brickwoods Farm — on our website at NO EXTRA Flower Stand, 224 Hancock Pond CHARGE! www.bridgton.com Rd., Denmark, Maine. Fresh cut flowers, $5 bouquets. 207-452HELP WANTED 2441 6t30 TREE WORKERS WANTED — Experience a plus. Must have GREEN FIREWOOD — Cut, valid driver’s license. Apply online split and delivered. $200 a cord.

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207-336-3712

e-mail — timstree59@yahoo.com Looking for experienced tree cutter with bucket truck experience/laborer. Starting pay $20.00 per hour. Class B license a plus, full-time, year-round as weather permits. Call 633-1227 or e-mail Look forward to meeting you!

Looking for someone who enjoys the outdoors and being active.

Hiking, biking, walks and swimming, along with a great sense of humor to work part-time (28 hours/week) flexible schedule, providing employment supports and community immersion to a young man in the Fryeburg area. If this sounds like you, please send your resume to Rhonda Vappi by e-mailing to rvappi@northernhs.org, by fax 603-447-8893, or mail to: NHS, 87 Washington Street, Conway, NH 03818 (010-447).

This position requires a valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto insurance and the successful completion of driver, criminal and background record checks. This Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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Teacher 2/Family Service Advocate – Fryeburg Early Learning Center Our Children’s Services Department is hiring a Teacher 2/Family Service Advocate (FSA) located at our Fryeburg Early Learning Center. The Teacher 2/FSA is part of a teaching team that plans experiences to meet preschoolers’ social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, and engages with families in meeting both their children’s and family’s needs. Additionally, the Teacher 2/FSA promotes meaningful family engagement experiences, including developing family goals, providing social service referrals, and assisting families in obtaining appropriate medical and dental care for their children. Other responsibilities include completing paperwork and reports, and maintaining records and data on individual children. Travel within the service area is required. This position is 30 hours per week, for 38 weeks per year. For specific information about the job, please contact Denise Ricker at 207-739-6541 or dricker@community-concepts.org.

Position start date: August 2018.

Qualifications: A CDA or enrollment in a program that will lead to an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of hire is required. An Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or closely-related field is preferred; experience in an early childhood setting is preferred.

Call (207) 452-2157 to request an application or e-mail resume to: rebecca@khiellogging.com 65 Bull Ring Road, Denmark, Maine 04022

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Applicants must have experience operating equipment and hauling a low bed, a valid Class A CDL, and a clean driving record.

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, retirement plan with company match, uniforms, and paid holiday and vacation time.

Other Requirements: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; considerable stamina to regularly lift, bend, carry and perform other high-energy activities; a valid driver’s license; telephone; computer/word processing skills, preferably Microsoft Office; ability to function autonomously and as part of a team. Pre-employment physical, TB screening, SBI, DMV, DHHS, Maine Sex Offender Registry, fingerprinting, and federal debarment background checks must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of employment.

Benefits: Community Concepts offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, short-term disability, hospital indemnity, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, 403(b) pension plan with agency match, and more.

Teacher 2 – Fryeburg Early Learning Center Our Children’s Services Department is hiring a Teacher 2 in our Fryeburg Early Learning Center in our Pre-K program. This position is part of a teaching team that plans experiences to meet young children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, and engages with families in meeting both their children’s and family’s needs. Other responsibilities include completing paperwork and reports, and maintaining records and data on individual children. Travel within the service area is required. This position is 40 hours per week for 38–40 weeks per year. For specific information about the job, please contact Denise Ricker at 739-6541 or dricker@community-concepts.org Qualifications: An Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or closely-related field is required. Must be eligible for an Ed-Tech II or III certification

This is a full-time position with benefits including: health and dental insurances, paid vacation and holidays and Simple IRA.

Please forward resumes to rebecca@khiellogging.com or deliver to 65 Bull Ring Road, Denmark, Maine

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Benefits: Community Concepts offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, short-term disability, hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness coverage, paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, 403(b) pension plan with agency match, and more.

For qualifications, requirements and instructions to apply online, visit our website at www.community-concepts.org Community Concepts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation. Please request any necessary accommodations to participate in the application process.

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QuickBooks experience is required for this position. The ideal candidate will also possess strong computer skills including MS Office, Excel and Outlook. HR experience is preferred but not required.

Other requirements: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; considerable stamina to regularly lift, bend, carry and perform other high-energy activities; a valid driver’s license; telephone, computer/word processing skills, preferably Microsoft Office; ability to function autonomously and as part of a team. Pre-employment physical and TB screening, SBI, DMV, DHHS, sex offender registry, fingerprinting and federal debarment background checks must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of employment.

DENMARK SELF-STORAGE 10' x 10' Unit $50.00 per month

207-452-2157

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR

PART-TIME HELP

PLEASE COME MEET THE FIRE CHIEF Fire Chief Stephen Fay is Available weekdays.

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Chief’s office is located in the lower level of the Bridgton Town Office complex to the left of the Police Department.

You can also contact 207-647-3663 or Firechief@bridgtonmaine.org

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Opinions

August 9, 2018, The Bridgton News, Page 5D

More than 50 people (both the young and young at heart!) showed up at the Bridgton Public Library on Friday, Aug. 3, to hear popular children’s author Andrew Clements talk about his journey to becoming a writer. Clements was exposed to books at an early age and then, when he was in high school, a very strict English teacher told him he should publish a poem he wrote — the rest is history. Andrew and a willing group of kids held up a chain of his book covers from his very first picture book to his awardwinning novel Frindle and finally his most recent book, The Losers Club. Following the talk, Andrew signed copies of his books. Bridgton Books partnered with the Bridgton Public Library to host this event.

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Busting myths

To The Editor: “Conservatives” are right.

It’s a dangerous world out there. America is under attack from all sides, what with werewolves, zombies, ghouls, vampires, and other monsters at our

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throats. If not for Guardians of the Galaxy, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and other superheroes defending us, we wouldn’t stand a chance.

What’s that you say? Those are all fictional or mythical beings. They exist only in our imaginations. To quote Gomer Pyle (also fictitious), “Well Gawlee!”

If none of these “threats” are real, why are they so popular? People invent myths and legends because the real world terrifies them. They invent monsters to embody their deep-

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est fears, and superheroes to save them from the monsters.

In Medieval times, there were dragons, but also Siegfried, the German hero, and St. George, the British hero, to slay them.

In America today, we invent monsters and superheroes at astonishing speed because we’re scared out of our minds.

Throughout history, we’ve dreamed up myths to deal with our fears and doubts. I’ll briefly list a few that I grew up with: If you swear during a thunderstorm, God will make lightning strike your house. White people

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are superior to Black people; men are superior to women.

The Yellow Peril threatens us from Japan; the Red Menace threatens us from Russia.

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Those folks are called “apocalyptic fundamentalists.”

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The great mythologist Joseph Campbell said, “If you believe a myth, it’s superstition and nonsense; if I believe a myth, it’s God’s eternal truth.”

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Obituaries

Frederick D. Rogers

Thurston S. Gamwell

Jackson E. Perkins

WOODSTOCK — Frederick D. Rogers (Rick Jolly Rogers), 66, of Woodstock passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at Central Maine Medical Center.

Rick was born in North Conway, N.H. on Feb 16, 1952. His family moved to Twin Mountain, N.H. when he was a child and then Rocky Hill, Conn., where at the age of 7 he started working on a dairy farm milking cows and delivering milk. Rick would spend his summers in Bartlett, N.H. with his grandparents who he went to live with as a teenager. Rick played football and soccer for Kennett H.S., where he graduated in 1970. After high school, Rick studied small engine repair; he worked at a garage while earning his Class A truck driving license.

Rick spent the next many years as the owner/operator of his own trucking business delivering for Beacons Furniture and Emery’s Distribution Warehouse.

After many years on the road, Rick left the truck driving industry to pursue his true passion of teaching skiing. Rick started working at Sunday River in 1989. He was the director of the kids’ ski school program and pioneered what it is today. He stayed at Sunday River from 1989-2010 working the winter seasons. He made and developed many great skiers, along with many lifelong friends.

Through the summer season, Rick worked at Mt. Washington Auto Road. He eventually became a year-round employee in 2005.

Rick was the main mechanic along with every other thing that needed to be done there from putting tracks on snow coaches to electrical issues to making sure the grooming equipment worked.

Rick was the man that got it done. Rick’s dedication to his work will be greatly missed by his fellow employees at Mt. Washington Auto Road.

As dedicated as Rick was to his work, his true dedication was to his family. He found it in his heart to be a foster parent for many years and he loved spending his down time with his wife Darlene and granddaughters Jozlyn and Lyana. He did everything he could with them from going to the ocean, to camping and fishing, to day adventures to just spending quality time at home. Rick adored his family more than anything.

Rick was a stand-up guy with a huge personality, goofy sense of humor and a heart of gold. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.chandlerfunerals.com He leaves behind his best friend and love of his life, Darlene Rogers; his two adoring grandchildren, which he was raising with his wife after the loss of their daughter Jennell. He also leaves his loving mother Faylene Rogers and her partner Roger of Fryeburg; his brother Dale Rogers of Cannan; his sister Delight Mroz of North Carolina; his stepchildren Robert Pilgrim of Boston, Mass., and William Pilgrim of Bethel, Jordan Pilgrim-Hanson of Rumford; his biological son Ian Rogers of New York; his three grandchildren and baby on the way; many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

In Memory of Rick is predeceased by his stepdaughter Jennell Robinson; his father Dwight Rogers; and his two younger brothers, Paul and Butchie Rogers.

Services for Rick were held at Chandler Funeral Home, 37 Vernon Street, Bethel, on Sunday Aug. 5. A celebration of life followed at The Meeting House on Skiway Road in Newry.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in care of Darlene Rogers to help Jozlyn’s and Lyana’s education fund.

FRYEBURG — Thurston Scott Gamwell, loving father, husband, community leader and friend passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 8, 2018 from heart complications. He was 66.

Born Thurston, he went by Scott. He spent his career rising to prominence as the founding partner of Gamwell, Caputo, Kelsh & Co., a well-known accounting practice in his community in New Hampshire and southern Maine. Many of his clients would become his lifelong friends.

Scott was born in 1952 in Providence, R.I. and spent his childhood in Barrington with his parents Leona (Daniels) and Thurston Clinton Gamwell. His only brother, Jeffrey Gamwell, passed away at age five from pneumonia. As a young adult, Scott spent several years working at The Norman Bird Sanctuary, where he would cultivate a lifelong love of all things ornithological.

Scott’s passion for birds stayed with him throughout his life and would later become an important touchstone in his family’s collective experience of the world.

Scott met his wife-to-be, Ann Marie Carreiro, prior to attending Bryant College, where he obtained his bachelor of science in Accounting. Ann and Scott were married in 1980 at Green Animals Topiary Garden in Portsmouth, R.I. They welcomed their first daughter, Melissa, in 1982, followed by a second daughter, Tara, in 1984 and a third daughter, Anna, in 1988.

In 1985, Scott’s growing family relocated to New Hampshire, where he joined Gerald Cote’s accounting practice to form Cote and Gamwell.

Following Gerald’s retirement, Scott was joined by Dave Caputo, and the two eventually formed Gamwell, Caputo & Co., which grew swiftly as the years passed, adding new partners and employees. Prior to Scott’s retirement this year, he was sadly predeceased by his beloved wife, Ann, in 2016, following a long and heroic battle with cancer.

Scott’s commitment to both nature and his business was surpassed only by his love of and devotion to his family. Shortly after Scott joined with Gerald Cote in 1987, the family purchased a farmhouse in East Fryeburg. For the next 30 years, the Gamwells thrived in their peaceful and bucolic home, Sweet Meadow Farm. Here, they raised and cared for a wide assortment of animals and cultivated beautiful gardens. Scott employed his talents for carpentry and restoration, working endlessly on functional inventions for the farm and whimsical projects for his daughters. He was also an avid fisherman, an ambitious gardener and an admirer of all things old and beautiful.

Scott loved history and bibliography. In recent years, he had begun to actively collect and trade antiquarian prints and books. He enjoyed attending estate sales with Ann and his daughters, and carefully restoring the delicate volumes he purchased at auction. Scott operated a thriving eBay store, “The Deckled Edge,” through which he bought and sold rare books and artwork and corresponded with fellow collectors from all over the world. He made a point to seek out rare book collections in prominent museums whenever he had the chance.

Those who knew Scott remember his easy-going manner, his sparkling and mischievous love of wordplay, his agile sense of humor, his unrestrained generosity of spirit, which he bestowed freely upon all whom he encountered, and his deep and abiding sense of responsibility to the community in which he resided. Scott gladly shared his talents and efforts with his neighbors, serving as a director of Northway Bank, trustee emeritus of Fryeburg Academy (which his daughters attended) and trustee of the Tin Mountain Conservation Center, among many other posts.

Among the many people who knew him either personally or professionally, Scott will be deeply missed.

Scott is survived by his daughters, Melissa, Tara and Anna Gamwell.

In lieu of donations or flowers, please spend some time outdoors with your family, paying special attention to the calls of local birds. A private service will be held at a later date.

Condolences and tributes may be shared with Scott’s family and friends at www.woodfuneralhome.org. Arrangements were cared for by Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg.

CORNISH — Jackson E. Perkins, 83, passed on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at Bridgton Health Care.

Born in Cornish on Jan. 13, 1935, to the late Carroll T. Perkins and Marjorie Berry Perkins, Jack graduated from Fryeburg Academy and University of Memphis.

While in the Air Force, Jack attended the Institute for Foreign Language at Yale University and spent 15 months in Formosa interpreting Communist Chinese radio broadcasts. He then went on to graduate from the School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin. Jack’s entire professional career was spent in banking in Tennessee and Texas. He retired as vice president of M Bank in Houston, Texas.

Jack was an avid reader and had a passion for duplicate bridge, playing at many locations all over the United States. In his later years, Jack preferred warmer climates to Maine winters. He spent three winters each in Hawaii, Australia and New Zealand and one in Greece. He also spent many winters in Texas and Arizona.

Jack is survived by brothers, Linwood Perkins and Bradley Perkins; along with three nephews and three nieces.

There will be no services at Jack’s request.

Online condolence messages can be submitted at the Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home website, www.mainefuneral.com

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CASCO — Mary E. Kelley, 98, died Friday, Aug. 3, 2018, at Country Village Assisted Living in Casco.

She was the wife of the late Edward E. Kelley.

Mary was born Oct. 5, 1919, in Raymond, the daughter of Harry R. and Elsie (Berry) Delan. Mary was one of 12 children. Mary was known for her wonderful sense of humor and wit and her enthusiasm and expression of love for the simple pleasures of life. She never missed a Friday night playing bingo at the local legion hall in Milo.

Mary loved painting, crocheting, gardening, cooking and baking, going out to eat at Smith’s Restaurant in Brownville, and taking rides to see deer and other animals. In her years in Milo, she enjoyed two cats adopted from a local animal shelter. She was a member and past president of the J.P. Chaisson American Legion Auxiliary in Milo.

Mary also was employed at Kelley Bros., in Milo, a family lumber business. In her earlier years, she was employed at the shipyard in Portland. She was a member of the Raymond Village Church, and more recently had attended the Katahdin Christian Church in Brownville, where she also volunteered at the food cupboard.

Since 2009, Mary has resided at Country Village Assisted Living in Casco, where she made many friends and enjoyed crafts and festivities.

She is survived by a sister, Evelyn Sawin of Poland; a half brother, Franklin Drew of Raymond; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018, at the family lot in Evergreen Cemetery in Milo.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lary Funeral Home. Messages of condolence and memories may be expressed at www.laryfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: CVAL, P.O. Box 600, Casco, ME 04015.

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LEESBURG, VIRGINIA — Anneliese Wilhelmine (Schaefer) Weymouth, 92, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018, in Leesburg, Va., with her daughter Susan present.

She was born in Munich, Germany, on Oct. 26, 1925. She met her husband, Corporal John F. Weymouth, of Bridgton, Maine, in Munich and came to the United States in 1948 as a War Bride.

She and her husband resided in the towns of Bridgton and Norway for several years. In 1950, they purchased a parcel of land in Stoneham, near the White Mountain National Forest, with plans to build on it at a later time.

In 1951, they moved to Conn., and shortly thereafter they bought their first house in Middletown, Conn., where they raised their family and lived for 39 years. They moved to Fayetteville, N.C., where she resided until Sept. 2017, when she moved to Herndon, Va., with her daughter Susan.

Anneliese liked spending time in her cottage in Stoneham, and summers at White Lake in N.C. She enjoyed cruises with her friends, trips to New York City to see Broadway shows, and trips to the Beach.

Anneliese retired in 1986 from United Technologies in Conn., where she worked for 21 years as an executive secretary.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years. She is survived by son Roy A. Weymouth; daughters Susan E. Weymouth and Jacqueline J. Weymouth-Moser; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, at 11 a.m., at the family plot in Forest Hill Cemetery on Kansas Road in Bridgton. A reception will follow at the Bridgton Alliance Church, 368 Harrison Road, Bridgton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christus Victor Lutheran Church building fund, 201 Hope Mills Rd., Fayetteville, NC 28304.

Celebration of Life Carroll L. Morton

CASCO — A Celebration of Life for Carroll L. Morton, who passed away on Nov. 11, 2017, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Morton Cemetery, Quaker Ridge, in Casco.

Hazel G. Holden BRIDGTON — Hazel G. Holden, 94, of Fryeburg, passed from this life on Friday, July 13, 2018, at Bridgton Health Care Center.

She was the youngest of seven children of Ernest and Alma Gurney, born in 1923, in Hebron, where she spent her early years until the family moved to Norway in 1936, after the untimely death of her father. She was a graduate of Norway High School.

In 1947 she married Richard L. Holden of North Bridgton, where they made their home until 1978, when they moved to Fryeburg. They were married for 66 years, until Richard’s death in 2013.

Throughout the years, she was a homemaker and a helpmate to her husband and family, to whom she was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She was a member of the North Bridgton Congregational Church, the Conway Church of Christ and the North Conway Baptist Church.

In her later years, she selflessly acted as Richard’s caregiver as his health deteriorated, until her own health finally gave out.

She is survived by her four children, Gary and his partner Loren, Craig and his wife Melissa, Dale and his wife Mary and Terry and his wife Antoinette; as well as by her grandchildren, Lisa, Richard, Emily, Jeremy, Daniel, Michael, Adrienne and Sarah; her great-grandchildren, Miranda, Kayla, Zachary and Liam; and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Richard; her daughter-in-law, Patricia (Ross) Holden; and all of her siblings.

The family extends its heartfelt thanks to the staff at Bridgton Health Care Center and Beacon Hospice for their care and support over these past several years. A graveside committal service will be held at the North Bridgton Cemetery on Saturday, Aug. 11, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Beacon Hospice, the Dementia Society of America, or the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the care of Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren St., Fryeburg. Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.woodfuneralhome.org

Letters

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(Continued from Page 5D) superstitions they learned as children. As St. Paul wrote, “When I became an adult, I abandoned childish things.”

“Conservatives” should go and do likewise. They still don’t get the difference between reality and magical thinking.

Rev. Robert Plaisted Bath

Losing a good person

To The Editor: An article on rural hospitals brought a shock to me: David Frum resigning from leadership of Bridgton

and Rumford Hospitals!

David was a member of the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club when I joined about 2010. He was a valued member of Rotary, which holds us to “Service above Self.” I was sorry that he had to resign from Rotary due to heavy work constraints in hospital administration.

In May 2017, my case of sepsis brought me to Bridgton Hospital for two weeks. I experienced excellent dayto-day care from Registered Nurses, doctors and all other staff. I noted a calm and thoroughness throughout the hospital. I was encouraged in Physical Therapy, which I continue to practice daily.

We have lost an excellent administrator and human being!

Marlee Turner Raymond

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Community events Calendar BRIDGTON Thur., Aug. 9 — LRSAC general meeting, 4:30 – 6 p.m., Bridgton Municipal Complex, downstairs meeting room.

FMI lrsacoalition@gmail.com Sat., Aug. 11 — Hike for Mental Health, Bald Pate Mountain, 9 a.m., in partnership with Bring Change 2 Mind Campaign and Loon Echo Land Trust.

Meet outside Community Center, 15 Depot St., 8:30 a.m. FMI lrsacoalition@ gmail.com Sat., Aug. 11 — Homeschool used curriculum sale, 9 a.m. – noon, Pleasant Mountain Presbyterian Church, 30 N. High St. FMI 583-5033.

Sat., Aug. 11 — Women’s Guild Annual Summer Sale, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., St. Joseph Church Hall, 225 S. High St. To benefit Guild Education Award Fund.

Sat., Aug. 11 — Used book sale in the Book Shed behind the Bridgton Public Library, 10 a.m. – noon (weather permitting).

Mon., Aug. 13 — LRSAC Prevention/Education Committee meeting, 4:30 – 6 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 225 S. High St. Tue., Aug. 14 — Poetry Pioneers, ages 6 to 12, 2 – 3 p.m., Bridgton Public Library. FMI 647-2472.

Tue., Aug. 14 — Author Paul Doiron, 6 – 8 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

Free, registration requested.

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Wed., Aug. 15 — Community Band concert, 7 p.m., gazebo behind Rite Aid. Free admission. Last concert of season.

Thur., Aug. 16 —Blood Drive sponsored by Bridgton Lakes Region Rotary Club, 1 – 6 p.m., Masonic Oriental Lodge, Harrison Rd. (Rte. 117). Call 1-800-733-2767 or go to www.redcrossblood. org for appointment.

Thur., Aug. 16 — LRSAC board meeting, 4:30 – 6 p.m., Bridgton Police Department Sat., Aug. 18 — Used book sale in the Book Shed behind the Bridgton Public Library, 10 a.m. – noon (weather permitting).

Sat., Aug. 18 — Bookmaking, ages 5 – 18, 10 a.m. – noon, Bridgton Public Library. FMI 6472472.

Sat., Aug. 18 — Essential Oils program, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

FMI 647-2472.

Sun., Aug. 19 — Loon Echo Land Trust annual meeting, 3 p.m. onward, Narramissic farm, 46 Narramissic Rd., off Ingalls Rd., off Rte. 107, South Bridgton. $35 per person for all events and dinner. RSVP

by Thur., Aug. 16, Kelli Shedd, membership@lelt. org or 647-4352. Register online at www.lelt.org CASCO Sun., Aug. 12 — Eco Printing Workshop with Jessica Lauren Nash, 1 – 4 p.m., Casco Public Library, 5 Leach Hill Rd. $50 fee includes all materials. Preregistration required. FMI and to register 627-4541.

Wed., Aug. 15 — Music Crafts for Kids, 2 p.m., Casco Public Library, 5 Leach Hill Rd. Learn to make musical instruments. Pre-registration appreciated. FMI 627-4541.

Wed., Aug. 22 — Let’s Talk About It book discussion, 2 p.m., Casco Public Library, 5 Leach Hill Rd. Prof. Libby Bischof leads discussion on Poland Spring: A Tale of the Gilded Age by Davis Richards. FMI 627-4541.

DENMARK Fri., Aug. 10 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, moderate hike, Table Mountain (2,675 ft.) Bear Notch Road, Bartlett, N.H. Meet 8 a.m. at Denmark Congregational Church. FMI 756-2247.

Fri., Aug. 17 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, introductory hike, Peary Mountain (984 ft.), Brownfield. Meet 8 a.m. at Denmark Congregational Church. FMI 756-2247.

HARRISON Thur., Aug. 9 — Girl Scouts Daisy & Friends event, 3 p.m., Village Library, 4 Front St. FMI 583-2970.

Sat., Aug. 11 — Bible study, 11 a.m., Caswell Conservancy, Main Street.

Topic: Your Home in Heaven. FMI 890-5750.

Sun., Aug. 19 — Car wash, 9 – 11 a.m., Town Office parking lot. Sponsored

by Harrison Volunteer Fire Dept. Donation for car wash accepted. Proceeds benefit Anthony C. Hazelton Scholarship Fund.

HIRAM Sat., Aug. 11 — Talk on Dick Folsom: Bush Pilot, 1:30 p.m., Hiram Historical Society, 20 Historical Ridge, off Main St. Free and open to public. Light refreshments provided. FMI 625-4762.

LOVELL Thur., Aug. 9 — In the Footsteps of Our Young Adults, 9:30 a.m. – noon, Flat Hill, Heald and Bradley Ponds Reserve, end of Heald Pond Road. Walk lead by young GLLT staff members Isaiah Voter, Dakota Ward, and Aidan Black. FMI 9251056.

Thur., Aug. 9 — GLLT volunteer trail work, 1 – 3 p.m. Bring tools, water, sense of humor. Work on Saddle Trail, Amos Mountain. Meet at Flat Hill parking lot at the end of Heald Pond Rd. FMI 925-1056.

Fri., Aug. 10 — Talk on The Pileated Woodpecker: Maine’s Largest Woodpecker

by Bonny Boatman, 1 p.m., Charlotte Hobbs Library.

FMI 925-3177.

Sat., Aug. 11 — GLLT Annual Meeting, 8:45 – 10:30 a.m., VFW Hall, Smarts Hill Road.

Sun., Aug. 12 — Historic Barn Tour, 1 – 4 p.m., $20 per person. Tour eight local barns, cocktails after at Pleasant Point Inn. Purchase tickets at Lovell Historical Society, 554 Main St. FMI 925-3234 or lovellhistoricalsociety@ gmail.com Tue., Aug. 14 — Loons in the Kezar Lake Watershed, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Charlotte Hobbs Library. Researcher Lee Attix will report on 2018 loon monitoring on Kezar Lake sponsored by the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation. Talk cosponsored by GLLT and Kezar Lake Watershed Association. FMI 925-1056.

Wed., Aug. 15 — Loon spotting on Trout Lake/ Camp Susan Curtis with Lee Attix, 9:30 a.m. – noon.

Cosponsored by GLLT and Kezar Lake Watershed Association. Meet Charlotte Hobbs Library to carpool to site. FMI 925-1056.

NAPLES Mon., Aug. 13 — Preseason coaches, parents, athletes meeting LRHS. Coaches meeting 8 a.m., coaches, parents, athletes social 9 – 9:30 a.m., meeting in auditorium 9:30 a.m., team sessions 10:15 a.m.

RAYMOND Sat., Aug. 18 — Prompt!

Writing Workshop with Diana Altman, 2 – 4 p.m., Nathanial Hawthorne House, Hawthorne Rd. No registration necessary, suggested donation $7 per

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WATERFORD Thur., Aug. 9 — Historical Society Meeting, 7 p.m., Wilkins House, next to church. Program about Peter Haskell and the mills of East Waterford. Potluck refreshments available.

Sat., Aug. 11 — Oxford Hills Honeybee Club annual potluck gathering, noon, Easton home, 763 Mill Hill Rd. Bring dish to share, lawn chair, and veils. Open hive, weather permitting. In case of rain meet at Oxford County Extension, 9 Olson Rd., S. Paris. FMI cpeaston@ megalink.net AREA EVENTS Sat., Aug. 11 — SMH Hike up White Cap, moderate level, 4.6 miles.

Meet 9 a.m. Oxford Hills High School parking lot (near Rte. 26). Bring water, proper clothing, footwear.

Registration required at www.wwmh.coursestorm. com. FMI 743-1562, ext.

6896.

Sun. Aug. 12 — McAlister/McAllister reunion, noon, First Baptist Church of Paris, Paris Hill.

Bring lunch, beverages and dessert provided. Bring memorabilia to share.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon - 1 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton. O/D MONDAYS Taoist Tai Chi beginner class, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Harrison Congregational Church Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI 647-2402.

Tai Chi in the Park, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Denmark Bicentennial Park, Rte. 160 next to Moose Pond dam.

FMI 452-2239.

Sebago Food Pantry, 9 10:30 a.m. (3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

2nd Mon.) Nazarene Church, Rte. 114. FMI 787-2177.

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

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

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

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

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

TUESDAYS Taoist Tai Chi continuing class, 9 – 11 a.m., Harrison Congregational Church Jeanette’s Free Clothing Closet, 9 - 11:30 a.m., First Congregational Church, Bridgton.

Tai Chi Maine, 9:15 a.m. White Swan advanced practice class, Town Hall, Bridgton.

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

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

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

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

Technology Help, 10:30 - noon, Bridgton Public Library

Area musician and songwriter, Brad Hooper, will be performing a free concert at the annual Allies for Autism ATV Poker Ride in Stoneham this Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Pulpit Rock Trail Blazah’s Club. Admission is free and there is no ATV required to enjoy the festivities and free concert. There will be 50/50 tickets, t-shirts, Chinese auction, and lots of great food. The full-meal-deal is only $7.00 and poker hands are $5.00 each. Buy as many as you wish!

All proceeds go to Pine Tree Camp in Maine, an extraordinary summer camp for children and adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities such as Autism. To date the Pulpit Rock Trail Blazah’s have raised over $15,000 and hope to hit the $20,000 mark at this event. For more information go to https://www. facebook.com/events/407278276439301/ or contact Linda at 776-9090 or Marcia at 890-6403.

Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Methodist Church, 98 Main St., FMI 647-4476.

Community Lunch, noon, Sebago Nazarene Church, $3.50 suggested donation Bridge, 12:15 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

LEGO Club, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Bridgton Public Library.

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

Ping Pong, 5 – 8 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall, all welcome, equipment provided free.

Harrison Food Bank, 6 - 7:30 p.m., VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd. FMI 8909742.

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

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

WEDNESDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI 647-2402.

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

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

Kids’ Knitting, 10:30 11:30 a.m., Bridgton Public Library Sweden Food Pantry, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sweden Community Church. Rte. 93.

First and third Wednesday of the month only.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

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

Harrison Historical Society Museum and Farmhouse, Haskell Hill Rd., Harrison, open 1 – 4 p.m. FMI 583-2213.

Mah Jongg, 1 - 4 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 - 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Otisfield Sewing & Craft Group, 1 - 3:30 p.m. (every Wed, except 3rd Wed. of mo.), Community Hall.

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

Bridgton Community Center.

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

Taoist Tai Chi beginner class, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Denmark Arts Center Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m., set practice, Town Hall, Bridgton.

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

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

Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

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

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

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

647-2402.

Taoist Tai Chi beginner class, 10 – 11:30 a.m., 41 Depot St., Bridgton Preschool Storytime, 10 - 11 a.m., Bridgton Public Library.

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

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

Pickup Volleyball — 6:30 - 9 p.m., Casco Community Center gym, 940 Meadow Rd., Free, all levels welcome. Bring sneakers, water, knee pads.

Call 627-4187 FMI and to reserve a spot.

SATURDAYS Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.

- 1 p.m., Depot St. (behind Renys), Bridgton.

Sebago Clothes Closet, 9 a.m. – noon. Free clothing, footwear, and bedding for Maine citizens. Warming hut next to Church of Nazarene, Rte. 114. FMI 787-2177.

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

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

Sebago Clothes Closet, 9 a.m. - noon, Warming Hut, Rte. 114, Sebago, next to Nazarene Church. FMI 7872177.

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

AA Meeting, O/BB/D/ A/L, 7 - 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St. AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 - 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

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

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Martha Livingston follows the thread of her roots After living and working for over 30 years in the corporate world of Greater Boston, Martha Livingston has returned “home” to her western Maine roots.

“I can’t say whether I’m more a daughter of Fryeburg, Bridgton or Lovell, so I’ll just say yes to all three,” she said.

Her family roots go back to the 1700s Walker farm in Fryeburg. (The barn from that farm now houses the Farm Museum on the Fryeburg Fairgrounds.)

Great-great-great grandfather Isaiah Warren built a house on Portland Street in 1820, six generations after the Mayflower sailed his ancestor William Brewster to Plymouth Rock. The house became famous for a very large circular branch of the Dutch elm tree in his front yard. One winter in the late 1800s when

rolling snow (pre-plowing) in front of his home, Warren’s grandson, Fryeburg town doctor and civil war surgeon Dr. William C. Towle, was bothered by a low hanging limb of the then young elm tree, which kept hitting his carriage as he drove in and out of the barn. As a solution, Towle tied it back tight to the trunk.

Many years after not giving it another thought, the family was living in what neighbors call the “donut tree house.”

Martha’s father, Warren Putnam “Put” Livingston, was born in the front parlor of that house in 1904, but grew up primarily in the parsonage for First Congregational Church in Bridgton (currently Tri-County Mental Health Services). Martha now attends First Church, where her grandfather, Stephen Tracy Livingston was the pas-

tor in the early decades of the last century.

“I often think I could be sitting in the same pew where my father, aunt and uncles squirmed as little children,” says Martha.

When hunting for a vacation home after Martha was born in 1960, Put and Helen Livingston chose to return to the area of Put’s roots, and built a cabin at Kezar Lake’s Boulder Brook Club in Center Lovell.

As a child, Martha spent summers with her family in the cabin where Put built most of the furniture and Helen added to the decor with her keen eye for fabric and design.

Martha now lives year-round at Boulder Brook and works in her shop six miles down Route 5 in Lovell Village.

Martha’s entry to sewing came at an early age when her mother handed her a sewing card, a piece of cardboard and a “needle” and thread. She got her first sewing machine when she was eight, a 1938 Singer “Featherweight” that had belonged to her grandmother, and she took off sewing clothing for her dolls and herself. The Featherweight still comes in handy in her shop for straight stitching of lightweight fabrics. Hand sewing is one of Martha’s earliest memories making clothes for her dolls and herself. She learned watching her mother needlepoint, sew and embroider fine linen. Hand sewing slows down production considerably, making her upholstery work truly artisanal.

After working in business and raising two kids, Martha was eager to return to familiar territory doing what she loves most and knows inside out: thread and needle, fabric and scissors. Upholstery classes had fewer women than Martha expected, but she forged ahead, seeking out many mentors along the way, who taught her the craft.

In June 2017, Martha moved permanently to Center Lovell and rented a small store front across from the Lovell Library, where she opened her business,

HeirloomUp, furniture and boat upholstery. There, she can be seen restoring valued chairs and couches. If the job is too big, like a window seat or a boat cushion, Martha measures on site. When she needs help lifting and moving a heavy piece, she goes next door and asks Stan Tupaj of Kezar Realty to lend her a hand. Martha has been seen demonstrating her craft on Saturday mornings at the Farmers’ Market at Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library.

Martha is committed to doing good work beyond upholstery for folks in all three of “her” towns. An active member of both the Lovell and Fryeburg Historical Societies,

(Bridgton is next), she’s keenly interested in area history and is researching ways to preserve the donut from her family’s property. When Dutch Elm disease claimed the 100-year-old tree in 1965, cousin Harry Eastman hauled the section of trunk with the donut still attached down to his house four doors away and built a foundation underneath and a shed roof over. Even though the donut was gifted to the Fryeburg Historical Society after Harry died, it remains on his former property because preservation is a costly project.

For now, the donut will stay where Harry put it 53 years ago.

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