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Bridgton, Maine

August 11, 2011

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Budget passes

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer SAD 61 finally has an approved budget for 2011-12.

By an 86-vote margin, the $26.6 million budget received taxpayer approval Tuesday. Like the July vote, the budget was rejected in Casco and Sebago, but a higher turnout in Bridgton and Naples proved to be the difBUDGET, Page A

Silence about ‘arches’ hardly golden

CLOSE CALL FOR SOME BOATERS — A construction crane boom at the Naples Causeway toppled Tuesday morning, resulting in a portion of the rig landing in the channel between Long Lake and Brandy Pond. No injuries

were reported. At press time, officials were unable to determine why the crane toppled or estimate damage to the machinery. The crane has since been removed from the construction site.

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Crane boom topples into channel

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Roger Jenkins’ traditional, family boating experience included one of those “close call” moments.

Everyone was thankful that the boat was 120-feet away when it happened. Everyone was glad that the boat was not directly under the falling boom of a construction crane.

On Tuesday morning, when Jenkins saw two cables flapping loose in the air around a 150-foot crane parked on the Causeway, he pulled his boat into neutral and stopped from passing under the Naples Swing Bridge.

In the next several seconds, his wife, daughter, son-in-law,

and toddler-aged grandchildren witnessed the seemingly slow-motion bending of steel as the lofty boom headed to the ground, with its top splashing loudly before resting in the water.

The 22-foot Sea Ray was in Brandy Pond “about 20 feet away from going into Long Lake when I saw the crane — that had been stable and still the whole time we were on Brandy Pond — well, it pivoted. Not the normal way a crane would pivot. It twisted counter clockwise, it bent at the elbow,” Jenkins said.

“It started creaking and groaning. Then, ‘Splash!’ It fell into the water where we would have been,” he said.

Wescott retiring from Howell Labs

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer It was 34 years ago last month, that Paul A. Wescott left the prestigious Portland law firm of Drummond, Wescott and Woodsum he helped found to lead Howell Labs in Bridgton as its president, chief executive officer and director of the corporation.

Wescott joined Howell Labs, Inc. in those same capacities, on July 1, 1977, so it is difficult to picture the company continuing on without him overseeing its operations. He was also an original investor in the internationally-recognized high-tech firm.

Unbelievably, Wescott will turn 80 in two weeks, so he said he figured it is time for him and his wife, Peggy, to be able to spend more time traveling, particularly to the British Isles, and delve more into one of his favorite subjects — genealogy. Wescott said he is also “somewhat of a Civil War buff,” and he anticipates taking future trips to some Civil War battlefields. He also serves as a trustee of the Maine Historical Society and continues to stay involved with the University of New England where he was a trustee for over 25 years. Paul and Peggy Wescott each have four grown children and a total of 14 grandchildren who “live from Taipei to Brunswick,” Wescott said.

Wescott, whose father was a teacher, said he “grew up all over Maine” — living in Bar Harbor, South Berwick and Bucksport. He received his undergraduate degree in History at Colby College and then earned a law degree from New York University School of Law. Wescott practiced law in Pittsburgh for awhile, before co-founding the Portland law firm that he then left in order to take over the reins at Howell Labs.

Around 10:45 a.m. on the Naples Causeway, the boom of a crane leaned over and toppled into the channel on the Long Lake side.

There were no injuries.

In 20 minutes, crews removed the underwater portion of the boom, so it would not interfere with boat traffic, according to Craig Hurd, the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) Resident Engineer for the Bay of Naples Bridge construction project.

By noon, the Songo River Queen II was able to pass through the swing bridge — per usual, Hurd said.

“The contractor’s crews cut (the top of the boom) with

a torch and got it out of the channel in 20 minutes. They jumped on it really quick, and got it cleared out. It was amazingly quick,” he said.

“I am not exactly sure what happened. I’m not going to speculate on that,” Hurd said.

“Nobody got hurt, and it’s all back to normal,” Hurd said.

Jeff Simpson, of Wyman & Simpson — the contractor for the MDOT project, spent Tuesday afternoon “trying to get a crane cleaned up” from the Causeway.

On Wednesday, Simpson said the boom had been removed from the job site, but he did not have a replace-

ment cost estimate for the equipment. Nor did Simpson comment on what may have caused the boom to fall.

Witnesses reported that there was no one operating the crane, or in the cab at the time.

Dan Allen, owner of Causeway Marina, was standing in his driveway with a garden hose, when he observed something was wrong with the crane.

“I know a lot about cranes, and the way it was moving wasn’t right. I yelled, ‘The crane is falling!’ ” Allen said.

“She came down in slow motion,” he said.

“It just bent right up. The CRANE, Page A

Pantries face crisis following fed cuts

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer A crisis is unfolding in food pantries throughout Cumberland County as news sinks in that all of the federal funding for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program has been cut for 2011.

Cumberland and five other counties in Maine — Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Waldo, Hancock and York — did not qualify for federal aid because minimum poverty and unemployment rates were raised significantly from last year in the formuA CORPORATE MILESTONE — is taking place, as Paul la used by the EFSP National Wescott, at left, president and chief executive officer of Howell Labs for 34 years, is handing the reins over to David Allen, at right.

(Ackley Photo) Does he regret leaving the practice of law?

“Oh, I do,” Wescott said, “but, I still do ‘law’ things.”

Howell Labs Inc. has been at the forefront for almost half a century now in developing shipboard machinery and servicing it, as well, with one of its primary customers being the United States Navy. HLI has been a leader in supplying dehydrators to the Navy. Its RETIRING, Page A

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Why hasn’t construction started yet on the new McDonald’s Restaurant in town?

It’s a question that many in town have been asking for months, and which is being asked more frequently as summer winds down.

It is also a question that The Bridgton News is unable to answer definitively, because the one person who can answer it — McDonald’s developer Mark Lopez — is refusing to comment to the newspaper. Reached by phone on Tuesday for comment, Lopez informed The News reporter she was “wasting” her time and ended the conversation with, “Have a nice day.” A follow-up call made to Lopez by another reporter for The News was not returned by press time.

Selectmen Chairman Art Triglione, after being told Tuesday of the hang-up call, was not pleased.

“The people of this town supported Mark’s project overwhelmingly. And I just think he has some obligation to let folks know the status of the project,” Triglione said.

Triglione went further, noting that Lopez is a member of two important economic boards in MCDONALD’S, Page A

Board. The overall award to Maine dropped from $814,000 to $347,000, with Cumberland County losing $143,000.

In all, 29 food-providing agencies in Cumberland County, including food pantries, meal programs and kitchens, lost their federal funding, effective Aug. 1. The crisis is particularly grave for smaller, rural food pantries like the Bridgton Food Pantry at the Methodist Church, which relies on EFSP funds, administered by the United Way, for 90% of its budget.

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SPX lays off 46 RAYMOND — Dozens of workers at SPX Communication Technology were issued pink slips late last month, as the 69-yearold telecommunications company laid off 46 employees.

SPX is a manufacturer of high-tech antenna systems, including those used in radio and television and mobile communications.

A previous layoff in December 2009 saw 31 employees laid off at the company, formerly known as Dielectric Communications.

Currently, the company employs just under 100 people.

An SPX spokeswoman said the 46 positions were eliminated July 29 in order to adjust to the challenging business environment in telecommunications, and included those in manufacturing, sales and support roles. The laid off employees were offered severance packages.

SPX purchased Dielectric in 1998. Dielectric was founded in the 1940s by the late Dr. Charles “Doc” Brown.

Hacker’s Hill ideas

CASCO — The Casco Open Space Commission will hold a public information meeting this Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Casco Community Center. The commission is holding the forum to gather ideas about the uses of Hacker’s Hill as a place for public appreciation of the outdoors.

Hacker’s Hill, which is owned by the Hall family, has been managed by the Halls with help from a handful of volunteers. Under their care, the hilltop property and its nearly 360-degree view have attracted visitors from near and far. Maintenance of the site over the long-term is one issue to be discussed at Tuesday’s meeting.

Another issue to be discussed is how the community can help ensure a successful future for the land. A third issue is what public uses of the site are suitable for the environment.

As chairman of the Casco Open Space Commission, Grant Plummer said the group supports the project and recommended it to the selectmen and to voters at the annual town meeting because “the site is a jewel.”

The public discussion is at the top of the agenda for the commission’s regular monthly meeting. It will start with a presentation from Carrie Walia, executive director of Loon Echo Land Trust, the nonprofit group purchasing the hilltop. Walia will explain how LELT plans to complete the acquisition. The overall fundraising goal is $800,000.

In June, the town pledged $75,000 toward the acquisition. In July, the State agency, Land for Maine’s Future, designated $220,000 for the project. LELT holds an option to purchase Hacker’s Hill and expects the fundraising to take a year.

LEA annual meeting

Lakes Environmental Association will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, Aug. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Camp Winona (located off Hio Ridge Road) on Moose Pond in Bridgton.

The buffet dinner will include baked chicken, veggie lasagna, roasted vegetables and salad, topped off with pie and ice cream. To make your reservation, send $10 to LEA, 230 Main St., Bridgton, ME 04009, or call 647-8580 or e-mail roberta@leamaine.org to pay by credit card. Registration deadline is Monday, Aug. 15.

10%, self pay

CORRECTION — The story about the new Urgent Care Center at Bridgton Hospital that appeared in the Aug. 4 edition of The Bridgton News had incorrect information attributed to hospital Vice President John Ludwig.

The information should have stated that “10% of the patients seen in the hospital’s emergency department are self-pay,” not that 80% don’t have insurance.”

About ladder truck

CLARIFICATION — In last week’s story regarding a proposed 14-lot “Little Mountain” subdivision by Shawnee Peak owner Chet Homer, Bridgton Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Tim Cook offered a clarification regarding the town’s ladder truck. “There is no regularly used road in the rig’s response area that it cannot navigate at will. Starting from a dead stop on Main Hill, there is no problem whatsoever. I do not want people getting the wrong impression on this issue. The unit is not designed to operate aerially on extremely steep grades nor is any other brand of ladder (truck) in the USA.”

Buy gas, help to heat this winter

This isn’t the first time that Kevin Hayes of Bridgton Gas & Convenience Store (Main Street, across from Key Bank) and his people have stepped forward to help the people of Bridgton with oppressive heating bills in the winter.

For every gallon of gasoline pumped on Tuesdays through the month of August, a donation of .02 per gallon will be made to the BCC Fuel Collaborative. Fill up on Tuesday at Bridgton Gas & Convenience and feel good about helping Bridgton families through the cold, cold nights of a Maine winter.

This is the fourth year that the Bridgton Community Center has administered this program designed to assist Bridgton residents during the winter months with fuel emergencies. Last year, 36 families were assisted with over $11,000 of emergency deliveries. This year, the project is starting with less than $2,000.

Other donations can be made to BCC Fuel by mailing contributions to: Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot Street, Bridgton, ME 04009. 100% of your donation goes to fuel deliveries.

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No bids received for Casco kitchen

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — After failing to receive a single bid on a project to finish the community kitchen, Casco’s town manager has double-checked his next step.

A municipality can ask local contractors to come to the table with their bids.

When the town drafted the Requests for Proposals (RFP), it designed the paperwork so contractors could bid only for plumbing or cabinetry, or busiCROSSING BUSY ROUTE 302 — New Yorker Laurie nesses could bid on the entire Brennan and her daughter Jen, along with their on-leash dog job, according to Morton.

“We received no bids,” he Abby, utilize one of the crosswalks on the Naples Causeway said during the Casco Board of recently.

(De Busk Photo) Selectmen meeting on Tuesday.

Residents rally for one more Causeway crosswalk

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES – Two residents sounded the alarm, saying pedestrians on the Naples Causeway are putting themselves in danger by walking across Route 302, where an old crosswalk used to exist and where traffic patterns have changed.

“I don’t want to make that phone call to 9-1-1 because someone is injured or is killed,” Edward Osborne, the co-owner of Rick’s Café, said. “It’s really, really unsafe, and I am not talking about just outside Rick’s.”

Osborne and David Kilton conveyed their crosswalk concerns to the Naples Board of Selectmen on Monday.

The two men cited examples of jaywalkers stepping from behind parked cars, while other vehicles sped so fast smoke rose from the tires when sudden braking was required.

Both pushed for another crosswalk and signage, including a digital sign that displays the speeds at which vehicles are traveling. Plus, Kilton has posted photos and comments about the issue on the webpage, www. naplesmaine.weekly.com.

The best plan of action – as recommended by Town Manager Derik Goodine and Selectmen Chairman Christine Powers – is for a group of concerned resi-

dents to attend the next Causeway Restoration Committee meeting on Aug. 17.

“It’s dangerous everywhere, especially in the summer, and with parking on the Causeway,” Powers said.

Two weeks ago, Powers said, “I still contend we need another crosswalk because it’s dangerous” for people to continue crossing Route 302 by Rick’s Café.

She encouraged residents and fellow selectmen to go to the Causeway Committee’s August meeting, and “get concerns out in the air.”

Recently, at that committee’s meeting on Aug. 3, members decided not to campaign for another crosswalk – at least, for the time being.

The primary reason for taking that stance: the loss of parking spaces required to make room for a crosswalk.

In order to install one crosswalk, typically three parking spaces would be eliminated, according to a state transportation department official.

Crosswalks have come up during the conversations that community members have struck up with Craig Hurd, the resident engineer with Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT), which has an office in Naples during its two-year project to upgrade the Causeway and build a new fixed

bridge.

“There have been comments about people crossing wherever they want,” he said.

The MDOT has no “rules” determining how many crosswalks are needed, and adding one more might still be considered, Hurd said.

“It’s kind of undetermined right now” as to whether or not another crosswalk might be included in the final look of the Causeway, he said. “I think it’s going to be an ongoing discussion. If they want one, we will put it in. There will be four chances for people to get across.”

As plans stand, when the project is done there will be the three existing crosswalks, and an under-bridge pathway to get between Long Lake and Brandy Pond, according to Hurd.

Currently, one crosswalk is on the east side of the Naples swing bridge near Merced’s. The other crosses to the boardwalk from Gazebo T’s, while the third one crosses to the Songo River Queen dock from the sidewalk in front of Dick Dyke’s property.

In the past, crosswalks have come to the table at several selectmen’s meetings. As was expressed on Monday, the main concern has been public safety.

A Catch-22, which was pointed out by Selectman Rick Paraschak,

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So, he contacted a Cumberland County Community Development Block Grant coordinator to ask if it would be permissible for the town to “go out into the community” with the project.

“The answer was, ‘Yes.’ But, we need to be able to test that the prices are fair and reasonable,” Morton said.

With a 5-0 vote, the board gave him the shout-out to solicit bid prices from some local contractors in town.

“Then, I’ll approach several local contractors, and see if we can’t get proposals from them, and move ahead” with the community kitchen plan, he said.

Also, during Tuesday’s meeting, the board lined up a check-list in order to arrive at a solution regarding the future of the Casco Memorial School.

During the month of August, an open house will be scheduled so selectmen can tour the building.

“We’ve opened the windows so it could air out for a couple days. The air is stale,” Morton said. “We will open it for a few days to let people look inside the school. We will have it open on a weekend as well, so board members could go there at their leisure.”

Besides holding an open house, an engineer will be hired to look at the structure and make recommendations to the board.

“When I was out at the Point Sebago Road project, he (the engineer) came up with three or four ideas we hadn’t thought about,” Morton said.

“The board can have the engineers look at the Memorial School again, and talk about how to approach it,” he said, adding an engineer’s presentation is a good way to weigh the pros and cons.

An engineer can guide the selectmen into figuring out what is best for the town’s needs, he said.

Selectman Tracy Kimball asked Morton if he could “work on a generalized bulletin to help board members to ask the right questions.”

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CLEAN YOUR SHORE OF MILFOIL — To raise money to fight the milfoil battle at Sebago Cove, the “Save Sebago Cove” association is renting out its harvester and crew.

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New concept to battle milfoil

SEBAGO — With various lake associations working to figure out how to manage their milfoil infestation with no funding to do so, the nonprofit Save Sebago Cove came up with a concept to battle the war of milfoil — Pay to Play or P2P! With Pay to Play, an individual, group or association can order hours to have the Diver Assisted Suction Harvester Boat (DASH) “clean your shore of milfoil” and donate additional hours to benefit The Cove. Those resources will work to harvest all unfunded public area channels.

“In only weeks of Phase 1 harvesting, we have orders and donations for $12,000 plus about 80 hours and counting!” said Save Sebago Cove president Christine O’Leary.

Neighbors are volunteering to

work on projects and help out any way they can which include engineering, composting, mechanical fixes, oil changes, even driving to pick up the new milfoil tools — clam baskets and lobster crates, “We are a Maine operation after all!” she added.

Save Sebago Cove’s P2P first year service rate is set at $125 per hour (minimum two hour order). The fee covers divers, insurance, administration, fuel, overhead etc. and includes a “profit (net gain)” that is plowed back in to be used for time in the public channel way. Many orders request half the time along their shore and the rest in the public way to start.

“The concept is really catching on! We operate with a value of transparency with records of where each dollar is spent on the Cove,

and with this community involvement is increasing,” O’Leary said. “More people are pitching in with varied skills and talents.

Our Mat Boat is getting outfitted with a donated winch. With the help of volunteers, donation of skills and being more active, Saving Sebago Cove is gaining in strength and results! Milfoil is strong, but these good people of Save Sebago Cove are stronger, and clearly more deeply rooted.”

O’Leary added, “We need you now more than ever — it is within our reach to Save Sebago Cove!”

If you would like to support the hardest nonprofit, volunteer driven, governed and operated Save Sebago Cove group and/or have your milfoil removed, call 6934577 or e-mail savesebagocove@ yahoo.com

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO – After 16 years of service, Purdy Powers & Company will step aside as the Town of Casco’s auditing firm.

On Tuesday, the Casco Board of Selectmen unanimously bid good-bye to a long-standing contract with Purdy Powers, and opted to go for the lowest bid – saving taxpayers almost $2,500.

RHR Smith & Company will do the town’s audit for the most recent fiscal year, which ended June 30. Also, selectmen must vote annually for the three-year contract to continue.

According to the bid paperwork, the winning bidder, RHR Smith, will charge $6,100 for each year during the next three years.

Other companies increased the cost of its bid each year.

Purdy Powers offered their services for $8,500 in 2011, and bumped up to $8,900 by 2013.

The highest bidder, MacDonald Page & Company LLC started with $11,200 and

inflated to $11,800 in two years.

Selectman Ray Grant made the motion to accept the lowest choice.

“I think our audit company has gotten too comfortable,” he said.

“I make the motion because of the price, and it’s time for a change,” Grant said.

Money was the bottom line for other board members.

“The price is lower,” Selectman Mary-Vienessa Fernandes said before casting her vote.

Town Manager Dave Morton explained that since Casco is a new client, there will be a long line before the town’s audit is attended to.

In future years, the auditing firm will complete Casco’s audit much sooner – abiding by

state deadlines.

“This year’s audit will be coming through later. It’s getting a late start. We are going to be at the end of their agenda,” Morton said.

“After that, they will have a timeframe to complete the audit,” he said.

RHR Smith & Company does audit work for the Town of Naples, and also the transfer site and bulky-waste management facility that the two towns share, Morton said.

“Smith & Company is a reliable firm,” he said.

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A crosswalk in that spot would require an island between lanes and a traffic signal. However, it doesn’t meet MDOT criteria for needing a traffic signal, he said.

“If the state doesn’t want to put their liability out there, the town doesn’t want to be liable either,” Paraschak said.

Naples’ resident Kilton said providing too few crosswalks is resulting in jaywalking incidents and potential injuries.

“The two (crosswalks) you have are too far apart. People just aren’t going to do it,” he said.

Osborne agreed saying, “When there has been a crosswalk, the majority of people will stop and use it. We’ve always had five crosswalks in this town.

Now, we’re down to two.”

Selectman Dana Watson pointed out people do have a tendency to jaywalk. People cross where it is most convenient, he said.

It is not just people who are summering in Naples or passing through town who are unfamiliar with the new foot-traffic patterns.

According to Watson, locals are adjusting to the changes, too. Drivers making a righthand turn from Route 302 onto Route 114 are sometimes surprised by pedestrians in the road – people using a crosswalk that was never there in the past, he said.

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“All the time, drivers have been courteous to people crossing in crosswalks,” he said.

But, much of the responsibility should fall on the shoulders of the folks using the crosswalks, Chace said.

“I think pedestrians should know to cross at the crosswalks, and not randomly,” he said.

Fellow cyclist Scott Johnson, of Byfield, Mass., concurred that people should avoid jaywalking.

“And, people in the crosswalks shouldn’t shuffle slowly across. Don’t dilly-dally. Don’t hold up traffic,” Johnson said.

Holding up traffic is a concern for a Naples community member, who withheld her name.

One local resident, crossing Route 114’s crosswalk with a miniature-breed dog in her arms, said adding another crosswalk had more drawbacks than benefits.

“More crosswalks would cause traffic to back up,” she said.

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Some of them shared their opinion on the crosswalks.

This weekend, Boston-based Matt Moreau was visiting the Causeway. He used to live off Long Lake.

“People are nice and stopped for us,” Moreau said. “But, the Causeway could use more crosswalks.”

Dana Place, who summers in Naples from California, said another crosswalk would be a major improvement.

“We had to walk far to get to this one,” she said.

She explained that when she saw the crosswalk at Rick’s Cafe was gone, she and her son, Jacob, stayed on the sidewalk.

They walked toward the library, expecting to see one at Sandy’s Flight Deck. But, they didn’t see any crosswalks. So, they retraced their steps back.

The summer resident said she feels safe using Naples’ crosswalks in comparison to ones on the West Coast.

“There is a crosswalk near our house that no one stops at,” she said. “The drivers here are polite to the pedestrians and stop.”

Arriving on the Causeway with a group of cyclists, local resident Ric Chace agreed with Place’s assessment of the driv-

is that MDOT will not recommend the location near Rick’s Café as a safe crossing – although blue prints were drafted for it.

“The majority of us want a crosswalk there,” he said.

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• The town postponed a question-and-answer session on property valuations. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 7 p.m. An assessor will be taking questions from the public and explaining how property valuations are done. “Last year, we had about 25 to 30 people attend. We thought it would be good to re-do that this year.

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But, Plummer was serving on the commission already – as a board-appointed member.

By vote, the board accepted Plummer’s resignation from the appointment. Also, the town will advertise the vacancy. The board likely will address the open seat at its next meeting on Aug. 24.

• In two separate votes, the selectmen addressed an annual autumn event: the first vote was to accept the Mass Gathering Permit for Brewfest, and the second vote was to approve a temporary liquor license for the event, which is scheduled for Sept. 24. “This event is staged at Point Sebago. It’s been staged there for several years,” Morton

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(Continued from Page A) ducting an energy audit on the Memorial School building.

In related business, Kimball suggested the town secure another tarp for the roof – just in case rainy weather hits.

Morton agreed with Kimball saying, “We spent about $800.

I’d like to buy another tarp.”

The board voted, 5-0, to contact the individual who covered the roof this winter, and have a replacement tarp put over roof – after the open house tours occur, and before the bid process is completed.

In other business: • In its flurry of votes following the workshop, the board relieved one community member from an impossible task.

Grant Plummer was elected

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Narrow Gauge Railroad forum airs pros, cons forum was called to answer recent questions from selectmen and others about the economic viability of the project and gauge the willingness of the stakeholders to move forward with it, since it involves an important redevelopment site that the town does not yet even own. In attendance were around 35 people, including three selectmen and members of the comprehensive plan committee, the community development committee, the economic development corporation, the historical society, the chamber,

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By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO – It is possible that the Town of Casco will be repaid the money that it lost when a contractor illegally cashed a check worth almost $2,000?

Town Manager Dave Morton shared the good news with the Casco Board of Selectmen during Tuesday’s meeting.

Morton got word from the Cumberland County District Attorney’s Office that they are going through the process of prosecuting the former contractor who was contracted to complete work on the kitchen in the Casco Community Center.

Douglas Corbridge, dba DCS Construction, is being offered a plea bargain, in which he must agree to return the money from the $1,900 check, according to Morton.

According to the plea bargain agreement, Corbridge must pay the money back to the town before entering the plea bargain.

The hearing isn’t scheduled for another three months, Morton said.

“I just learned about the court proceedings this week,” he said.

This week, Morton also learned that Corbridge is not being charged for other possible alleged criminal activities against the town, such as theft and putting up a false bond.

Casco must officially report the incident to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office before anything could proceed to court.

“I would recommend we pursue other criminal issues,” Morton told the selectmen.

“Hopefully, the sheriff’s office will help us,” he said.

Casco auditing (Continued from Page A) In related business, Morton talked to the board about steps being made among the town office employees – new procedures to try to follow recommendations of the most recent auditor’s report.

“Our deputy bookkeeper is on vacation so this has been a good time to train, and divide those responsibilities,” he said.

In the audit report, it was recommended that certain moneyhandling duties be segregated. Some tasks involving money cannot be done by the same person.

This accounting practice is easier to assume in town offices with bigger departments. Typically, smaller towns with limited staff get lower marks when it comes to achieving segregation of duties.

Recently, Selectman Grant requested Morton try to address auditor’s concerns.

“We are training people in different aspects of accounting,” he said. Another change was to split the cash drawer into two different cash drawers – one for receivables, another for banking.

“We are going through internally and looking at changing some of the office functions. We are starting from scratch,” he said.

“We haven’t done work on internal-control documentation,” he said, addressing other advice in auditor’s report.

“We haven’t approached our existing auditing firm for any help with that because we were not sure if they will be our auditing firm still,” he said.

community center and Return of the Rails.

The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum wants to partner with either Bridgton, Portland or Gray to expand its current Portland rail operation around Back Bay by creating a satellite museum and rail line of at least three miles long, so railfans can ride in the original Narrow Gauge passenger cars.

Brian Durham of the MNGRR said Bridgton has a unique advantage in the competition in that Depot Street is one of the original sites where the Narrow Gauge operated.

“Nothing would please us better as historians to have (the rail line) operating where it originally operated,” said Durham, one of nine board members for the non-profit organization.

Operating the line at its original historic location would greatly enhance the group’s ability to secure the needed grant funding to make an expanded operation possible, and keep it going, he said.

But as his fellow board member, Hans Brandes, stated, “We

want to be welcome in a community. If opinion is too divided, we’ll look elsewhere.”

Among issues raised were problems associated with a delayed timetable of up to a year in Bridgton, since the site is occupied by the vacant Memorial School owned by the SAD 61 School District. The district first needs to formally agree to transfer the site to the town, and then voters need to then agree to have it turned over to the Bridgton Economic Development Corporation — which, as a secondary issue — will need to agree that a rail museum and tourist line is the best redevelopment option for the site.

MNGRR officials said they hoped to make a decision on a host community at their board meeting in September.

But after the rail museum members acknowledged they have not yet developed a business plan for the expanded satellite operation — regardless of which community is chosen — the ball was thrown back in their court, as Bridgton Town

Causeway crosswalk (Continued from Page A) walks, the pathway under the new bridge would provide people with enough places to cross.

Some people have caught on quickly to the changes on the Causeway.

For almost a decade, New Yorker Laurie Brennan has been bringing her daughter, Jen, to summer camp in Naples.

This summer, they noticed the familiar crosswalk near Rick’s Café was no longer there. On Saturday, the pair walked a little farther and found a new crosswalk.

Brennan said another crosswalk would be convenient, but drivers “did a good job of stopping.”

“We try to use the crosswalks,” Brennan said, “because it’s too busy to cross just anywhere.”

Kilton said, over the weekend, he polled folks spending time on the Causeway.

“People have said it’s a ‘no-brainer,’ we need another crosswalk,” Kilton said.

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By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Two officials from the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and Industrial Heritage Trust faced tough questions and some negativity from a roomful of Bridgton stakeholders Monday about the viability of building a museum and rail line on Depot Street. Yet Bridgton is officially competing with two other communities to be chosen for the project.

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project would be done in phases over several years, starting out small. He said they borrowed $800,000 to establish in Portland, a loan which has been paid off through revenues from riderships.

The group has annual revenues of between $450,000 and $500,00, 60-70% of which comes from ticket sales. They also just signed a 15-year lease with the state Department of Transportation for their rail right-of-way. They have twofull-time employees and two part-time employees, and had 9,000 riders last Christmas season for their popular Polar Express program. In all, they GAUGE, Page A

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By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer Following a meeting on Monday with the “stakeholders” of a proposed Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum in Bridgton, a public forum will be held in upcoming weeks to inform the public of what is known to date, Director of Economic and Community Development Alan Manoian announced Tuesday.

On Monday afternoon, a meeting was held at the Bridgton Municipal Complex to discuss “Broad Range Action for the Narrow Gauge Railroad,” according to the printed agenda. The agenda included welcoming remarks by Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz, a Review of Request for Proposal (RFP) and Bridgton’s Response to the Proposal by Manoian, the Status of the Community Selection Process led by a representative from the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad, and Open Forum for Comment and Discussion, and Direction/ Consensus on Next Steps.

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Manager Mitch Berkowitz, acting as mediator, told Brandes and Durham that the consensus around the room was that Bridgton needed to see a business plan before they could consider signing on as willing partners. Berkowitz asked them to provide the plan by January of next year.

“We don’t want to get halfway into this and find out that you are either underfunded, undercapitalized, or that your grants don’t come through,” Selectmen Woody Woodward told Brandes and Durham. He and others also wondered about the potential for ridership in a community the size of Bridgton, which would also be competing, in a sense, with the Conway Scenic Railroad less than an hour away.

Several members of the economic development corporation questioned the men’s estimate of $25,000 a mile to lay rails, even though Brandes and Durham said they own the steel track, thereby greatly reducing construction costs. Corporation member Mark Lopez said his understanding was that it costs $1 million a mile to lay track.

Corporation member Holly Dvorak, a bank executive, said that based on the lack of financial detail and business planning she was hearing from the two men, “If you were applying from me for a loan today, I’d have to deny you.”

Durham said the rail museum owns $1 million worth of historic railroad equipment, “and the best news, it’s paid for.” He added that it is hard to gauge a success rate with grants, but that “by reuniting our collection with the original historic site” the group could get the collection place on the National Historic Register, greatly enhancing their grant prospects. “We have a good collection, but it’s in the wrong location,” he said.

Durham acknowledged that his group does not have the funding currently to make the move to Bridgton, but would have to raise the money. The

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Selectmen to hold forum on Narrow Gauge Railroad

(Continued from Page A) Bernie King had brought the idea of asking Bridgton’s voters, in a non-binding straw poll referendum in November, if they are in favor of bringing the Portland-based Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum here or not.

Bridgton is one of three municipalities being considered for the home site of the MNGRR Museum, a decision on which is expected sometime in late September, Manoian said, at the Aug. 9 selectmen’s meeting. The NGRR Museum Board of Directors had originally hoped to have a deci-

sion made by June of this year, according to Manoian.

“The reason I’m bringing it up,” said Selectman King Tuesday night, “is I attended the meeting yesterday (Monday)… and I definitely got the message of how they felt about it — I got a negative feeling.”

“I think we should come back with more of a public type of meeting on this…especially having to do with the (property) owners in the right-ofway,” Selectman King stated.

“Bill (Shelley, who has spearheaded the Return of the Rails drive to bring the MNGRR

WHO’S COURTING WHO? — Hans Brandes, left, and Brian Durham of the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and Industrial Heritage Trust field questions from stakeholders at a Monday forum in Bridgton.

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(Continued from Page A) attract 24,000 riders a year.

Return of the Rails President Bill Shelley said all of the property owners he’s talked to along the beginning of the potential needed right-of-way off Depot Street have expressed a willingness to grant easements. “We could start off riding from the school to the Chamber, to get things started,” he said. “I haven’t run into anyone who doesn’t want it on their land.”

He also noted that having a rail museum presence on Depot Street was one of the top priorities to come out of a charette held two years ago to brainstorm redevelopment opportunities. Several people at Monday’s forum disputed Shelley’s statement, but a review of newspaper coverage of the March 12, 2009 charette backed up Shelley’s statement.

All six sub-groups at the charette included “a Bridgton Railroad Museum and excursions” among the top six design elements they would like to see on Depot Street, according to an article by Bridgton News reporter Mike Corrigan.

Museum to Bridgton) said they all approved it. I’d like to see a more public take on it — I’m not asking for a referendum on it — but to see what the public thinks of it, rather than those who were there.”

“There will be a (public) forum held, yes,” Manoian stated. “Monday’s meeting was designed to be for the stakeholder group.” He then listed some of those groups and organizations, including the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, the Bridgton Community Development Committee, the Bridgton Economic Development Corporation, the Comprehensive Plan Committee, the Bridgton Historical Society and Return of the Rails.

Manoian said further that there would be an article in today’s edition of The Bridgton News detailing the process.

“We are now going to take that next step — the general public forum,” Manoian said. “My office felt it was important.”

The Economic and Community Development Director said Monday’s meeting was intended for the stakeholders, “so they could lay cards on the table.”

“And now, let’s have a public forum,” Manoian said. “There are two dynamics — it’s been an interesting experience for all of us.”

“I think it was a little premature,” King said of the Aug. 8 stakeholders’ meeting on the MNGRR. “For one thing, we don’t know the status of the (Bridgton Memorial School) property.”

Selectman Paul Hoyt pointed out that School Administrative District 61 officials have said they will need to use the former Bridgton Memorial School space this coming fall, due to construction at Lake Region High School.

Referring to the MNGRR directors, he asked Manoian, “They’re willing to wait a

year?”

“They said they’re a volunteer organization, and they’re going to need more time,” Manoian replied.

The Bridgton Memorial School property is still under the ownership of SAD 61, so Manoian said the Community Deveopment Block Grant (CDBG) funds that will be used to perform the brownfields remediation project will go to the school district, as the ground contamination at the former railroad station depot site occurred many years ago, when it was owned by the Town of Bridgton. He said the town could not be the recipient of the clean-up funds because “we’re the responsible party for the

contamination.”

Shelley, of Return of the Rails, asked if there has been a definite date set, as to when SAD 61 will offer the former school back to the citizens of Bridgton.

“The answer to that question is an ‘if’,” said Berkowitz “After meeting with Interim (SAD 61) Superintendent Beecher, we all look to next June.” Bridgton voters would have to approve accepting the former school from SAD 6I, under state law.

Former selectman Earl Cash asked if the taxpayers of Bridgton are going to wind up paying for the brownfields cleanup costs.

“The (CDB) grant would

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Bridgton has been a business and tourism anchor of northern Cumberland County for over 200 years, and has enjoyed the benefits of location, geography and a reliable tax base. This current recession has hit the area hard however, which along with the obvious downsides also presents an opportunity to retrench and rethink Bridgton’s future.

We can build a better Bridgton, which must not be either the blight of vacant buildings currently lining Main Street or the anonymous sprawl of North Windham.

Two years ago, I bought and restored a derelict foreclosure in Bridgton, drawn here by the town’s natural beauty, the strong civic involvement and the potential I saw in its downtown. My classic

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I can walk to work, the bank, the post office or to Highland Lake for a swim. Our “Middle Village” is a fine example of a traditional New England downtown, where goods and services are concentrated in an attractive, accessible center.

The basic infrastructure is in place, and now we must build on it to make Bridgton more inviting to developers, tourists and new residents.

This traditional Village Center was the design standard of New England until the middle of the 20th century, when the new “car culture” influenced a more spread out development pattern of commercial dispersal, monolithic shopping malls, far-flung schools and subdivisions and endless parking lots. It also brought higher road maintenance costs, higher emergency response costs and less community interaction.

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Three months ago, Bridgton Selectmen appointed a Comprehensive Plan Committee to simplify “gateway” development and design standards for new commercial and residential projects in town. One of its mandates is to adopt a “Form Based Code,” which creates economically vibrant neighborhoods by focusing on street and building form and de-emphasizing complex land-use regulations and vague design guidelines. It encourages mixed-use development, bringing the resiCOMP, Page A

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“We (the town) don’t want to take ownership till that’s all done,” said Berkowitz, referring to the brownfields cleanup, “and the funding won’t be available till next year.”

“It seems premature to make an offer (to house the NGRR museum here) on something you don’t own,” stated Cash.

“We made a disclaimer (to the MNGRR representatives) that it was subject to transfer (of the Bridgton Memorial School) from SAD 61,” Manoian said.

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Items on the Bridgton Police Department blotter

These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Tuesday, August 2: 9:05 a.m. A subject reported that a fox growled at the tires on his vehicle when he stopped for a stop sign at the intersection of Harrison Road and Meadow Street.

12:51 p.m. A caller reported a gaggle of geese following a postal carrier along North High Street. The geese were located by a police officer at Shorey Park as they followed the mailman down Main Street. They then crossed Main Street and stopped at the Big Apple where a wildlife specialist handled the situation.

2:52 p.m. Two Bridgton Public Works trucks backed into one another on Mountain Road, and a report was made.

Wednesday, August 3: 11:19 a.m. A caller from North High Street reported their domestic geese missing since the previous day.

The caller advised a fox had gained access to a fenced-in area and killed a hen and the geese got loose at that time.

The geese were returned to the owner.

2:47 p.m. Two camp counselors reported their bicycles were stolen from an area on Main Street.

Thursday, August 4: 10:24 a.m. Four computers were reported stolen from a building in North Bridgton.

2:10 p.m. No injuries were reported, when a 2011 Ford Edge operated by Elaina Zorensay, of Tempe, Az., and a 2006 Mazda 6 operated by Randolph Gregory, of Sunapee, N.H., collided at the intersection of South High Street and Sandy Creek Road. However, a pregnant woman was transported to the Emergency Department at Bridgton Hospital, after she said she was “not feeling well.”

7:05 p.m. A welder was reported stolen from a location on Knight’s Hill Road.

Friday, August 5: 9:23 a.m. Firefighters responded to a report of the smell of smoke inside and outside of the Bridgton Redemption Center on Nulty Lane. The building was evacuated and checked.

All personnel cleared the scene at 10:16 a.m.

1:34 p.m. A Bridgton Police officer pursued a speeding Ford Windstar van from North High Street (Route 302) onto Sweden Road (Route 93), with the suspect’s vehicle allegedly clocked at between 90 and 100 miles per hour.

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Complaints were received of subjects frequently at Moose Pond by Cousins Point operating “very noisy” remote control boats. Bridgton Police checked with the Maine Warden Service who advised there is no law against operating remote control boats on inland lakes and ponds.

11:41 p.m. John E. McKeigue, 60, of Arlington, Mass., was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant, following a traffic stop on Harrison Road. McKeigue was released on personal recognizance.

Saturday, August 6: 12:10 a.m. The Bridgton Fire Department responded to an

electrical fire in an ice cream cooler at Hannaford at the intersection of Portland and Willett Roads. All employees were evacuated. The fire was extinguished, and the scene was cleared at 1:16 a.m.

11:21 a.m. A gas drive-off of $5 was reported at a gas station on Main Street.

6:54 p.m. Vandalism was reported at an unoccupied residence on Pinhook Road, however, no entry was made.

7:05 p.m. An employee at a gas station on Main Street reported a gas drive-off in the amount of $63.

8:36 p.m. A caller reported hearing gunshots behind their residence on Swamp Road.

The responding police officer had negative contact.

9:55 p.m. A caller reported a group of subjects allegedly “throwing stuff at vehicles as they pass and yelling at passing cars, as well” by a campground entrance on Harrison Road. The responding police officers had negative contact with the subjects.

Sunday, August 7: 4:57 p.m. A caller from Blueberry Hill requested information on who could assist them with getting a snake that had “wrapped itself around an appliance” out of their basement. The caller was referred to two animal damage control specialists.

7:15 p.m. A gas drive-off was reported at a gas station on Main Street.

8:42 p.m. A subject reported a vehicle with teens inside at a store on Portland Road and the teens were allegedly “trying to get adults to purchase alcohol for them.” The vehicle was last seen headed toward Naples.

10:42 p.m. A customer at a store on Main Street reportedly observed an adult purchase an 18-pack of beer and then go outside and “give (it) to a juvenile male with a backpack.” All parties were spoken to, “the beer was dumped,” and a warning was issued.

Monday, August 8: 8:55 a.m. A caller reported being

verbally harassed for a second time, while walking along lower Main Street. The individual was referred to Bridgton District Court where paperwork can be filled out to obtain a protection from harassment order from a judge.

10:33 a.m. A store on Portland Road reported the shoplifting of a power tool that was caught on surveillance videotape. A suspect has been identified in the case.

4:30 p.m. A caller reported that their car window had been smashed and a purse stolen at a Zion Hill Road location.

6:46 p.m. No injuries were reported, when a 2002 Chrysler Sebring operated by Anne H. Baker, of Harrison, and a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country operated by Liz Ehrman, of Cambridge, Mass., collided at the intersection of Harrison Road and Brown Mill Road.

Tickets: During this reporting period, police issued 20 summonses and 45 warnings.

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer CASCO — A 37-year-old local man who performed “missionary” work in Costa Rica and Nicaragua has been charged with eight counts of felonious sex crimes that were allegedly committed in Casco, after he turned himself in to police in Michigan.

Antonio Jackson has been arrested by the Cumberland

County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division in concert with the Broward County (Florida) Sheriff’s Office and the Muskegon (Michigan) Police Department and is charged with three counts of Class A gross sexual assault and five counts of Class B unlawful sexual contact, all felonies.

According to Captain Jeff Davis of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson, who is originally from Casco, left Maine with his family and they traveled to Costa Rica and Nicaragua as “missionaries” at orphanages in both countries.

During their travel, “alle-

gations had been made against Antonio Jackson of sexual abuse by a minor outside the family unit,” Capt. Davis said in a statement released Aug. 5.

“Additional disclosures were then made by minor children in his immediate family. As a result, the family, with the exception of Jackson, came back to the United States, leaving Antonio Jackson behind,” Davis said.

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Jackson’s location was not known until he turned himself in to detectives in Muskegon, Michigan on Aug. 5, where he is being held pending extradition to Maine.

Police said the investigation is ongoing and continues to unfold, as additional alleged victims will be interviewed by detectives.

Jackson, who is black, stood up at a selectmen’s meeting here in March of 2010 attended by approximately 100 people and stated he and his family forgave Selectman Barbara York for a “racist” e-mail she allegedly sent to friends in July of the previous year.

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August 11, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page A

Area food pantries face crisis following federal cuts

(Continued from Page A) “I don’t get funds from the private people,” said Debbie Davenport, the Bridgton Food Pantry’s director. If people and businesses in town don’t step up and help her pantry out, she said, “I will have to close it.” In 2010, the Bridgton Food Pantry received $6,500 in EFSP funds.

The federal cuts couldn’t come at a worse time, local food pantry volunteers say. Not only is the need way up, but private donations from individuals and businesses are way down, thanks to the sluggish economy.

“We’ve had to stop government food night, because we haven’t had enough food for them,” said Barbara Merrill, director of the Harrison Food Pantry that operates out of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.

The program stopped in July.

Harrison families used to get a variety of veggies and fruits, along with the usual corn, peanut butter, juice and spaghetti through the program. But last month “All I got was creamstyle and regular corn. There’s not enough to give to fill a bag or a box,” she said. “There’s not even half enough for the families that we have.”

Merrill said donations from local grocery stores are way down at the Good Shepherd Food-Bank in Auburn and Portland, where the Harrison Food Pantry and others get much of their food. “They don’t have nearly as much food as they used to have,” Merrill said. “Instead of having 180250 boxes of food to go through, they only have 20-30 boxes to go through.”

Over in Naples, CrossWalk Community Outreach, the larger of the two pantries in town, had relied on federal funding for 50% of its budget. Now those funds are gone. The program serves 100-130 meals and provides food boxes for 90-plus families every other Monday out of the Naples Town Hall.

“We’re hoping that when people hear about what’s happening, they’ll come together

as a community and help out.

It really comes down to a community taking care of their own,” said Joanna Moore, CrossWalk’s secretary. “People are only one life event from being in a position to be in a line to get food.”

Harrison’s Merrill said 70% of Harrison’s school-age children qualify for free school lunches. “The need is the greatest that it has ever been. And yet ours is one of the pantries that may end up having to close if we don’t get more donations in.”

Local grocery stores have traditionally been generous in donating selected grocery items to the pantries, but food providers say these sources have lately cut back on donations because of the economy.

“Hannaford and Food City have been fantastic, they’re really pulling their load in this town,” Davenport said, but added that they cannot do it alone. Moore agreed that the local grocery stores have been very generous, but that “They, too, have had to tighten their belts.”

The same thing goes for Good Shepherd, which donates food it collects from suppliers to local food pantries and meals programs, in addition to selling it. The EFSP funding elimination has hurt them, too. The less they are able to get in, the less they are able to give out.

The food pantry directors say they have seen a significant increase in the need for food just over the past several months.

“I’ve been the director at the Bridgton Food Pantry for 12 or 13 years, and for most of that time, we’ve had 40 to 50 families,” Davenport said. “Now we’re seeing anywhere from 50 to 85 families.”

At CrossWalk in Naples, the need has gone up by 40% in the past year. The faith-based Naples program is fortunate to have a strong group of dedicated volunteers who actively seek out non-government donations. Since their meals program and food pantry began

in 2008, they have also greatly benefited from the strong support of Naples Town Manager Derik Goodine, who arranged for them to have free use of the town hall and recently helped them secure grant funding.

“If we hadn’t had him behind us, I think we would have had a hard time just keeping alive,” Moore said. “It really comes down to a community taking care of its own.”

Bridgton’s other food pantry, a monthly program at St. Joseph Catholic Church, is also in better shape than other rural food pantries because of a strong tradition of private support, says its director, Chris Minnicozzi.

“There’s no way we could do it without our parishioners,” she said. “They really care about feeding the needy.”

Like other pantry directors, Minnicozzi also goes after small grants; she recently received one through the Peoples Regional Opportunity Program that allowed her to purchase 10 pull-behind shopping carts so people without transportation can transport the boxes of food from the church to their home.

CrossWalk also recently received a Community Development Block Grant that will pay for transportation of food supplies from Auburn or Portland to Naples, thereby saving gas costs that traditionally have been borne by volunteers.

The food pantry crisis has been growing since 2009, as a study released in March of 2011 by Good Shepherd and the national Feeding America program showed: “In Maine, 43 percent of the food insecure population does not qualify for food stamps or other government programs, so they often rely on Good Shepherd Food-Bank and other charities to help feed themselves and their families,” said Rick Small, Executive Director of Good Shepherd Food-Bank, on their website.

“This gap in the food budget equates to more than 33.2 mil-

lion missing meals in Maine in 2009. Government programs and nonprofit hunger-relief organizations work to fill the meal gap, but it is clear that, as the rate of food insecurity continues to rise, additional resources are needed,” the website states.

Harrison’s Merrill said her program has had to buy most of the food it gives out now, rather than have it donated by Good

Shepherd or Wayside Soup Kitchen in Portland. “We need a lot more cash donations coming in. There’s so many more people hungry now.”

Moore, who serves on the board of a food security council for Cumberland County that began a month ago, said she prefers to see the cup halffull instead of half-empty, and is optimistic that as stakeholders in communities learn of the

scope of the crisis, they will come together to solve it.

“Maine is the third hungriest state in the nation — and we just lost funding for six counties,” she said. “And yet the (federal) Stimulus bill funded projects for such things as determining the sex of butterflies. People need to re-evaluate their priorities. If we ever had to close our doors, what do you think people are going to do if they’re hungry?”

(Continued from Page A) town — the Bridgton Economic Development Corporation and the Bridgton Community Development Committee.

“I don’t feel as though he should be representing the town in either capacity, if he’s treating the press in that manner,” Triglione said. As the newspaper of record, The Bridgton News is an important vehicle for providing information to the local public, he said.

“You are the people who are trying to give information to the public, which I feel the people of this town have coming to them,” Triglione said. “He should be doing the same thing — representing the citizens of this town. If he’s not doing that, then I don’t think he should be representing the town.”

He said he and the other selectmen have been getting “a lot” of questions lately about the status of the McDonald’s project — questions he hasn’t been able to answer definitively. On Tuesday, Triglione said he asked Bridgton Economic and Community Development Director Alan Manoian what was happening with McDonald’s.

Reached for comment, Manoian said he asked Lopez for an update on the project status about five or six weeks ago, following an economic development corporation meeting. Manoian said Lopez told him that he was still in negotiations with McDonald’s “over the general fit-up of the build-

ing,” which determines the costs involved.

“He gave me the general sense that hopefully the new McDonald’s would be constructed for spring 2012,” Manoian said. He added that such negotiations are quite typical and common when a developer is creating a project for a specific tenant. “There’s nothing unusual about this,” Manoian said.

When asked for a status update last week, Kristel Wagner of Rinck Advertising said McDonald’s would prefer that Lopez be the one to respond. “They feel that Mark has the most recent information on the construction project,” she said.

Told that Lopez would not comment, Wagner obtained the following comment from Nicole DiNoia, McDonald’s spokesperson: “As a proposed tenant, McDonald’s is not at liberty to discuss development plans.

We are still looking forward to serving the Bridgton community,” DiNoia said.

As approved by the Bridgton Planning Board on Jan. 4, the new 2,920 square-foot McDonald’s Restaurant and adjoining 2,400 square-foot retail space will be located diagonally across from Hannaford’s supermarket, next to Hancock Lumber Drive. The building, about two-thirds of the way up the hill, will have a cobblestone façade in the front, a large curve of gold metal over

the entrance evoking the trademark golden arches, and yellow-and-white striped awnings over each window. The 7’-x-5’ McDonald’s sign will be lit by LED lights.

McDonald’s project update Lopez responds Developer Mark Lopez responded to a phone call made to him on Tuesday afternoon from The Bridgton News by contacting the newspaper around noon on Wednesday, just as it was going to press.

Lopez explained that he received the phone message late Tuesday and had no cell service where he was until Wednesday.

Lopez spoke with Staff Writer Lisa Williams Ackley about the status of his negotiations with the McDonald’s Corporation that is planning to lease property from him on Portland Road across from Willett Road.

Here is what Lopez had to say about the McDonald’s project status: “Right now, we’re in the process of finalizing the budget numbers. They just got all the estimates — CMP (Central Maine Power) was the last one.

Now, I have to sit down with the tenants (McDonald’s) and finalize the lease. The numbers are based on revenue projections and the cost of development. So, now they just got all the costs, and we’re in the process of going over the figures.”

Asked if he could give a projected date as to when McDonald’s might open its store here, Lopez replied, “The timing is really up to me — the permits (obtained from state agencies such as the Maine Department of Environmental Protection) are good for a year from next spring.”

SAD 61 budget

(Continued from Page A) ference. Here’s the breakdown: Bridgton: 378 yes and 287 no — plus 91 Naples: 264 yes and 199 no — plus 65 Casco: 181 yes and 191 no — minus 10 Sebago: 83 yes and 143 no — minus 60 Final tally: 906 yes, 820 no.

The third validation vote saw turnout jump from just 8% of the Lake Region’s registered voters to 15%. The first vote saw 853 residents head to the polls, while the figure jumped to 964 casting ballots last month.

Interim Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kathleen Beecher has a very good idea why the third vote, despite taxpayers adding $75,000 to the budget (restoring a Grade 1 teacher at Stevens Brook Elementary and community use of facilities funds), was successful.

“I appreciate that so many more residents came out to vote this time. I think the group that made the difference in this vote was the parent group. Many parents were asking questions so they could talk about the budget in an informed way. Parents were blogging, e-mailing, talking, and writing on Facebook about the budget and getting out the vote,” Dr. Beecher said.

Seeing two budget tries fail, Dr. Beecher said SAD 61 leaders learned some valuable lessons from the experience and will make some changes in the future.

“In many ways, we will be transparent as we go through the budget process and build the budget for school year 2012-13. I will be asking all stakeholders for their ideas about areas where they believe we are overspending. The way we ask for ideas will also be transparent, so voters can see other residents’ comments and questions along with their own,” Dr. Beecher said. “For example, based on what I’ve heard over the last few weeks, one area that some people think could be reduced more is the sports/co-curricular budget. This is an example of an idea that administrators and the school board would need to get public input on prior to the budget process.”

Dr. Beecher added, “It is apparent that residents need a great deal more information about per pupil costs and what is different about our district compared to similar sized districts. One district I am interested in is Gray/New Gloucester (SAD 15) because that district is near us with lower per pupil costs. I am actually meeting with the SAD 15 superintendent this Friday to compare budgets and begin to understand what is being done differently. At this point, I know that that district does charge a fee for sports and activities.

For example, if a student wanted to play football, the family would be paying $175.”

Keeping taxpayers informed during the entire budget process will be another goal. School board and budget meetings will be posted on the district’s calendar, which is at the bottom of the Lake Region Schools website home page at www.lakeregionschools.org

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Average retail gasoline prices in Maine have fallen 3.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.79 per gallon Sunday. This compares with the national average that has fallen 3.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.66 per gallon, according to gasoline price website MaineGasPrices.com Including the change in gas prices in Maine during the past week, prices Sunday were $1.02 per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 10.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.

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Wescott retiring

Comp planning

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Shively Labs division is a leading worldwide supplier of FM antennas and related RF products.

“We are a very important supplier to the Navy, and we continue to develop new products,” stated Wescott. “On the broadcast side of the business, we have antennas worldwide. It’s nice to know all of the broadcasting towers for MPBN (Maine Public Broadcasting Network) are ours.” The company also has antennas gracing Times Square in New York City.

Ironically, Pete Howell, who started Howell Labs Inc. in 1964, and Ed Shively of Raymond, who founded Shively Labs the next year, both originally worked for Dielectric Communications in Raymond, Wescott said. Dwight Starbird left Dielectric about the same time as Howell and Shively and created Microwave Techniques. Then, in December 1980, Howell Labs Inc. purchased Shively Labs and seven years later HLI bought Microwave Techniques and then sold it three years after that.

“An awful lot of the people here, on the Shively side, worked at Dielectric,” Wescott said.

Wescott cited others who helped make HLI what it is today, including Donald “Steve” Collins, Gordon Drisko and Gary Somers.

Has anyone worked there longer than Wescott? Well, yes — in fact, Linda Gardner who is in in-house sales, assemblyman Al Mowatt and machinist Jerry Towne have all worked at HLI longer than Wescott.

However, it was Paul Wescott who was at the helm of Howell Labs, as it expanded its own corporate capabilities over four decades and brought other companies into the fold, as well.

How did Wescott go from practicing law to heading Howell Labs?

“It was a classic thing that happens — a new direction,” Wescott explained. “Some of my fellow investors said, ‘Why don’t you come and run the company?’ And, it seemed like a good idea, at the time.

It’s turned out well.” Although, he readily acknowledges, with a chuckle, that he didn’t expect to be here this long.

“The company came to have a bunch of angel investors — Pete Howell principally, and Jack Ketcham and Ted Gibbons — of which I was one, who came in mostly in the early 1970s,” Wescott said.

“The group controlled the company until 1995, when we formed the employee stock ownership program (ESOP), which now owns the company.”

It is obvious that Wescott is very proud of the fact that the employees now own the company. Asked what he is most proud of during his tenure, he didn’t hesitate, saying, “I think those of us still here and some who left are most proud that we were able to do the (employee) stock purchase and save the company. The other option of the angel investors was to sell to ‘somebody.’”

What else makes Paul Wescott proud, as he looks back over his years heading HLI? “The second thing is that we were able, over time, to recruit new people who are good technically, so we can have a comfortable, internal transfer of leadership,” he said.

HLI hasn’t experienced any layoffs, since it purchased Microwave Techniques, Wescott said.

“Part of it is because we are an ESOP — we have kept people when things were slower than they should have been,” stated Wescott.

“This is a good place to work,” he said. “We pay well, we have excellent fringe benefits and, even though health insurance costs go up more and more and more, an ESOP itself generates value — it is, in itself, a pension plan.”

The outgoing CEO and president of HLI is also proud to state that HLI’s annual payroll is “over $2.5 million.”

“We put a lot back into the local economy,” Wescott said.

He is comfortable leaving the company he has led for 34 years, because he has great faith in his fellow longtime HLI employee, David Allen, to keep the business innovatively vibrant in the future.

Allen, who currently serves as chief operating officer and as a director of the corporation, has been with HLI since 1982, employed in a variety of positions including purchasing agent, production control, special projects manager and director of broadcast sales.

“Obviously, the company has grown a great deal,” Wescott said.

“It was failing when I came, and it’s still here, and it’s been profitable for decades. Its prospects look good.”

SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT — Boating enthusiasts had something different to talk about and see as they made their way from Long Lake toward Brandy Pond Tuesday when a construction crane collapsed. This photo was taken by Roger L. Jenkins, a professor of surgery at Tufts University School of Medicine, who witnessed the incident.

Boom topples into channel (Continued from Page A) noise was not what you’d expect. I heard a thud, and there was a splash,” he said.

Allen said he was among those people who ran to the site to ascertain if anyone was hurt. He also dialed 9-1-1.

For the Jenkins’ family, who were headed in the direction of a toppling steel boom, averting danger has become a good story.

It is one of those stories that can be told repeatedly: After lunch, after dinner, and for years to come.

Following unexpected lunch plans at Merced’s on Brandy Pond instead of one of the restaurants accessible

from Long Lake, Jenkins and his family described the timealtered tumble.

“Once it actually fell, it was in slow motion until it fell into the water,” Roger Jenkins said.

“It was such a large structure to see falling. I think our brains slowed it down,” he said.

“But, it only took 30 seconds to fall,” he said.

His wife, Sue, said it happened more quickly than that.

“The whole thing took 10 seconds. It was too fast to be scared,” Sue said. “Later, we were all relieved.”

The family was “relieved

because it fell there, and not on us,” their daughter Allison said.

“As soon as it fell, there was a huge splash,” Roger said, describing the cloud of dust that simultaneously arose from the disturbance.

His grandson — who had been trying to interject into the story the part about the crane splashing into the water, added, “It fell into the middle of the lake.”

When four-year-old Finn William Milutinovich realized he had the floor for a moment — and having finished his fries, he sat back to continue the story.

“I never saw anything in my life like that,” he said.

(Continued from Page A) dential and commercial back together. It encourages highquality growth that builds an expanded commercial tax base and increased job creation. It encourages more affordable residential options for young professionals and “empty nesters.” It lays out in simple, consistent language exactly what developers can expect from our building codes, and lets us envision the future character of Bridgton.

The exciting part of this new project is that it is open to all Bridgton residents, and will be up for a town-wide vote next June. Everyone who has an interest in the direction we are headed is invited to attend the meetings, as well as a series of public design sessions every few months. These “charrettes” are made up of local home and business owners, town planners, architects and board members. They are creative, interactive discussions of how to make Bridgton a unique, inviting place to live and work. We are essentially creating an individual formbased codes guideline specific to us, designing a blueprint from the ground up.

Please join us at the next meeting and charrette, and become part of building “A Better Bridgton By Design.”

The Comprehensive Plan Committee meets every Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Bridgton Municipal Complex at 3 Chase Street, with public comment at 7 p.m.

The next Design Charrette is Thursday, Aug. 25 at 6:30 p.m., also at the town office.

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HARRISON — Gail Phaneuf makes a triumphant return to Harrison next week with the opening of her play, Monsters! the Musical, as the second segment of the Deertrees Theatre Festival.

A lifelong Harrison summer resident, Phaneuf’s Monsters! the Musical brings the creative playwright’s story full circle to the stage that first inspired her career.

A Maine summer resident since the age of five, her family camped at Long Lake Shores for a decade GAIL PHANEUF, a playwright whose career was inspired before settling into a permanent by her childhood at Crystal Lake in Harrison, unveils her summer home on Crystal Lake, Monsters! the Musical this coming Wednesday, Aug. 17

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ERICA BROWN and the Bluegrass Connection headlines the first major concert at Narramissic in South Bridgton next Saturday, Aug. 13. The Bridgton Historical Society is hosting a Bluegrass Festival beginning at 5 p.m. Erica will be joined by (back row, left to right) Steve Roy, Matt Shipman, Ken Taylor and Read McNamara.

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ger-style guitar with Jorma Kaukonen, Ernie Hawkins, Roy Book Binder and the Reverend Robert Jones. Chris and Scott are currently working on a fulllength compact disc of their original material.

Jollie is from Bridgton, and has played bluegrass with a Connecticut band for many years. He has also been helping Al Hawks, and enjoys playing solo.

Food and beverages will be for sale at the event, and those wishing to arrive early may have a tour of the historic house. Admission is just $12 ($2 for children 12 and under), and proceeds will go toward the on-going restoration of the 200year-old house.

Clarification: There have been published reports that Chipotle Mexican Grill would be providing food at the Bluegrass Festival. “This is inaccurate. Although we had investigated the possibility of having Chipotle provide food, no agreement was finalized and it should not have been discussed outside of the organization (Bridgton Historical Society),” said Ned Allen of BLUEGRASS, Page 10B

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Saturday, Aug. 20 The 36th annual Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library Arts and Artisans Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Suncook School. The juried crafters are so dedicated to the venue that 10 have donated items to be raffled off. Around 50 artisans, 100% juried, will show and sell their wares, ranging from fabric arts, hand-crafted herbal soaps and lotions, jewelry, painterly arts, ceramics, woodenware and glassware and other fine arts and crafts.

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be held the evening of the fair, from 4 to 7 p.m., by Lovell volunteer firemen.

Now through Thursday, Aug. 25 An Exhibit of Figure Drawings by the Bridgton Drawing Group will be shown at Gallery 302, Main Street, Bridgton.

The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. An opening reception for the artists will take place on Friday, Aug. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 647-2787.

Now through Saturday, Aug. 27 Photographer and graphic artist Sam Little will exhibit his photography at Frost Farm Gallery, 272 Pikes Hill Road.

Little’s subject matter ranges from crashing surf along Maine’s coast to soothing inland landscapes and candid portraits of people and animals. Balancing out his work are clean and sometimes edgy Harley Davidson shots and close-up mechanical studies.

Little is the lead designer for the new West Coast Maine Magazine. For more information, call the gallery at 7438041.

Now through Tuesday, Aug. 30 Plein air painter Diane Scott captures the light of the moment in an everyday scene and makes the canvas come alive, and you can see for yourself if you visit Harvest Gold

Now through Columbus Day, Oct. 10 Andy Curran will show his new paintings and cards at Harvest Gold Gallery on Route 5 in Center Lovell. As a hiker and explorer, Andy imprisons his experiences in nature in his mind untl he can express them on canvas. Memories of seascapes, mountains and meadows guide his paintings.

Also through Columbus Day, Boston artist Ros Farbush will exhibit her original acrylic cityscapes. Farbush is a master painter at the prestigious Copley Society of Art, the oldest art association in America.

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Jackie Rybeck of the Advertiser Democrat has written that, “Brad Hooper may not have been born with a guitar in his hand and a harmonica in his mouth as Arlo Guthrie claims, but he sings of laughter and loss with all of his heart. When people listen to Hooper’s music they will hear the truth from a soul that’s just a deeper shade of blue.”

“Medicine Root” kicks things off on stage at 5 p.m., featuring Scott Davis and Chris Foster, who have played music together off and on for the past 10 years. During the 2008 Maine Blues Festival, Chris was in the audience during Scott’s performance and the two decided to start a new band that combined acoustic guitar and bass to explore the roots of Americana music. Since 1998, Scott has been exploring the acoustic finger-style guitar of longtime favorites such as Reverend Merle Travis and Sam “Lightning” Hopkins, and has studied acoustic fin-

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Gallery in Lovell. Her paintings now on display include several local scenes, such as “Still Working,” a portrait of Chandler’s Garage on Route 5, or “Little Boy, Big Dreams,” of a small child gazing at a huge tractor at the Fryeburg Fair. For more information, call 925-6502.

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The Bridgton Historical Society will host a Bluegrass Festival at Narramissic, the Peabody-Fitch Farm in South Bridgton, on Saturday, Aug. 13.

A new venture for the Society, the event will feature the popular performer Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection. Well-known radio personality Betsy Mason will emcee the event, which begins at 4 p.m. with informal jam sessions — all are invited to bring their instruments and enjoy the beautiful grounds of the historic site. Music on stage will start at 5 p.m.

Performers include: Brad Hooper, who is a first-class songwriter and with a classic voice to match; local up and coming band “Medicine Root;” and musician Jack Jollie.

Brown started playing the fiddle at the age of six and has been performing since the age of nine, traveling throughout New England, Canada and Louisiana. She has won numerous fiddle contests in New England as well as Canada.

Already considered a Master of Traditional Fiddling by the Maine Arts Commission, Erica

through Sunday, Aug. 21 as part of the Deertrees Festival.

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Artem Belogurov 8/13/11 at 7:30 PM A special piano concert. Receiving critical acclaim for his concerts in Russia and the Ukraine, don’t miss your chance to see a superstar of tomorrow NOW! Tickets: $10-Adults, $5-Seniors (65+) and Students

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8/15/11 7:30-9:20 PM • 8/22/11 7:30-9:45 PM • 8/29/11 7:30-9:30 PM This summer we will be showing many of this year’s Academy AwardWinning films. The next in our series won for Best Art Direction. Rated PG. Tickets: $3-Adults/$2-Students. Ask for our PAC Punch Card and receive a free film after you come to just five films!

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White Mt. Musical Arts 23rd Annual Bach Festival 8/26/2011 • 8/27/2011 • 8/28/2011

The 23rd Annual Bach Festival, presented by White Mountain Musical Arts, will continue to present several opportunities to hear and learn about Bach and his fellow-composers and the wonderful chamber music of the Baroque era. Approximately eighty musicians, professional and amateur, will gather for the four-day event to perform the great instrumental and vocal works of the Baroque masters.

The Maine Center for Spiritual Enrichment 328 Main Street, Bridgton, Maine Just past Food City on Lower Main Street

The Heather Masse Band

Friday, September 9th at 7:30 PM She may be our hometown sweetheart, but she has also won the hearts of millions around the world performing regularly on A Prairie Home Companion and singing with The Wailin Jennys. We are thrilled to have Heather Masse and her incredible band back on our stage! Tickets: $20-Adults, $15-Seniors (65+), $10-Students and SPECIAL $5 for FA Students!

Please confirm show dates and start times on our website: www.fryeburgacademy.org

For ticket information please contact the Box Office, 935-9232

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Farbush’s work at Harvest Gold CENTER LOVELL — Harvest Gold Gallery is very excited to present a collection of original acrylic cityscapes

by Boston artist Ros Farbush now showing through Columbus Day. Farbush captures the light of everyday scenes with bright exciting colors in an impressionistic style. Her work is lively and fun.

“Artists see things a lot differently. Because of the creativity in us we see a lot of colors that other people don’t see. I’ve been an artist all my life and I’ve never lost my focus,” she said. “I like to capture the essence of the moment, a certain color or the energy of a landscape; I want

to record the drama of life through my art.”

Ros is a graduate of The School of the Museum of fine Arts in Boston, where she also taught drawing and painting for over 30 years. She has inspired many New England artists teaching at the South Shore Art Association, The Duxbury Art Association and The Cape Cod Art Association.

Ros is a member of the prestigious Copley Society of Art, the oldest art association in America, where she holds the title of master painter.

The recipient of numerous local and national awards, Ros has held dozens of solo shows and juried group exhibitions during her distinguished

career. Recent awards include the Dorothy Palmer Painting Award (2009) from the South Shore Art Association, as well as, the Calendar Cove Award and the Katherine M. Wolff Memorial Award for floral composition (2010) from the North River Arts Association.

See for yourself the creative style of one of the greats right here in Center Lovell. Winner of Yankee magazine’s “Best Gallery” with a view this year, the gallery has beautiful views inside and outside.

The gallery is open daily on Route 5 in Center Lovell.

Call 925-6502 or go to the website at www.harvestgoldgallery.com

EAGER TO SHOW THEIR WORK — Children who took part in Mike Dana’s cinematography workshop will premiere their film, Tiny Tales! as part of a double feature this Friday night, Aug. 12, at the Denmark Arts Center.

Children’s movie at DAC Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.

It’ll be a bear-themed evening with everything from grizzly bears, to the teddy variety.

As always, everyone will be

Fairs & festivals Saturday, Aug. 13

Brownfield Days at the Brownfield Community Center, 90 Main Street, Brownfield, gets underway with a Car Show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. sponsored by the Lions Den. Contact Wanda at 935-2007 or Dee at 935-2681 for more information. A one-mile Family Run takes off at 10 a.m., and a more leisurely Walk begins at 10:15 a.m. A Grand Parade takes place at 11 a.m., and there will be a Pie-Eating Contest at noon. From noon to 3 p.m. is an Open Mic, and a Firemen’s Muster takes place at 1:30 p.m. There will also be a Cow Chip Bingo, obstacle course, bounce houses, mechanical bull, skillet throw, Velcro wall, giant slide, vendors and food. A Lobster or Pork Dinner, costing $13 for lobster, $9 for pork, will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. A live band, Full Circle, wraps up the fun from 5 p.m. to dark. For more information, call Jenn at 890-2388 or Michelle at 890-9725.

offered some popcorn to munch on during the movie.

The regularly scheduled film is a story of the beauty and tragedy of life in the wild Yukon.

L’Ours (Jean Jaques-Annaud, 1988) follows the journey of an orphaned grizzly cub who is adopted by an older male bear, who helps him navigate the savagery — battling both the animal kingdom and hunters — and enjoy the simple things, like fresh fish.

Children who participated in Mike Dana’s cinematography workshop will also be premiering their film, Tiny Tales! After much hard work, these future actors, actresses, directors, and screenwriters, are ready to debut their masterpiece to the public!

Suggested donation for the evening is $5.

The Denmark Arts Center is located on Route 160 in “downtown” Denmark. Call 452-2412 for more information.

ROS FARBUSH of Boston is exhibiting paintings at Harvest Gold Gallery in Center Lovell.

The Harp Lady at DAC DENMARK — Saturday is Cabaret Night at the Denmark Arts Center.

Beginning at 7:30 p.m., DAC presents Elizabeth Roth, the Harp Lady. Formerly per-

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forming with her husband for 25 years as half of the duo “Silk & Steel,” Elizabeth is now performing as a solo artist.

Described as having one of the best voices in the business, Elizabeth, who accompanies herself on the harp, has performed all over Maine, New England and throughout Ohio and Arizona. She provides an eclectic selection of popular, Broadway, show and seafaring songs interspersed with classical instrumental harp selections.

Also performing will be the group, “Ameranouche,” featuring Richard “Shepp” Sheppard on solo guitar, Zach Peterson on rhythm guitar and Stephen Gibson on bass.

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Lovell’s Historic House Tour

LOVELL — Ever wonder what the inside of Mill Brook Farm, “Tam Glen,” the ParkerLibby Farmstead or the Lovell Village Schoolhouse looks like?

Now, you can find out, for yourself.

The Lovell Historical Society will host their Historic House Tour this Sunday, Aug. 14.

Four historic houses will be open for the tour from 1 to 4 p.m. After all tours have concluded, refreshments will be served at the Kimball-Stanford House between 4 and 5 p.m.

The four houses to be toured are Mill Brook Farm in North Lovell, “Tam Glen” at the Severance Lodge Club, the Parker-Libby Farmstead, and the Lovell Village Schoolhouse.

The 1839 Kimball-Stanford House, home of the Lovell Historical Society, will also be open for viewing during the

refreshment hour.

Mill Brook Farm is a twostoried clapboard covered farmhouse, circa 1873. It is beautifully situated on Route 5 in North Lovell, with rolling pastures behind the home. Once a thriving farm, in more recent years it has been used seasonally and has gone through several renovations, including the addition of a large screened room on the side of the house.

“Tam Glen” at the Severance Lodge Club was built by Helene and Franklin Gunther, circa 1916. They named their summer home after a place they had seen in the Scottish Highlands. The home sits on the shoreline of Kezar Lake with a spectacular view of the White Mountains.

The California-style Bungalow has undergone an extensive renovation by the present owner, and the attention to detail is

BURNED INTO MEMORY — A picture taken at Mt. Cutler in Hiram during the devastating fire of 1947. Other photos and a talk by Jo Radner, entitled “Burned into Memory,” will be presented this Saturday at the Hiram Historical Society.

Fire photo exhibit and stories HIRAM — Jo Radner, a riveting storyteller, tells the story of the devastating Fryeburg/ Brownfield/Hiram fires in October 1947 this Saturday, Aug. 13 at 2:30 p.m.

The Hiram Historical Society will hold its annual open house from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Great Ossipee Museum (former Mt. Cutler School). The Society is located at 20 Historical Ridge, off Schoolhouse Road (off Route 117) opposite the fire depart-

ment. The program is free, and donations will be accepted.

See the 1937 Dodge fire truck used to fight the fires and other firefighting equipment of the period. A photo exhibit of the homes and owners whose properties were burned, and some that were saved by heroic efforts will be on display.

“For example, my grandparents’ farmhouse was taken, but not the outhouse 30 feet behind the house or the hand

water pump 30 feet in front,” said Historical Society member Sally Williams.

Tell your stories.

Wildfires ravaged the State of Maine in 1947, fueled by 90 consecutive days of high temperatures and no rain.

By mid-October many small fires started and spread out of control. In the Fryeburg/ Brownfield/Hiram area, high winds and unpredictable wind gusts added to the confusion and terror.

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The Parker-Libby Farmstead was built by Joseph L. Parker upon his return from the Civil War, and for more than 130 years, the property remained in his family. The last descendant to live there was Joseph’s grandson Francis Libby and wife Bea, who ran a large poultry farm.

Upon the death of Bea in 1997, the family home was sold and since then it has been refreshed and professionally decorated into an inviting seasonal residence.

The one-room Lovell Village Schoolhouse was built in 1850

by John Emery and Ammi Cutter, using bricks from the Cutter kiln. The structure was sold in 1923 after the Annie Heald School was built. The building was remodeled into a garage and, at a later date, the roof was raised for an apartment over the garage. Over the years, extensive renovations have been made to create this charming home.

Tickets are available for sale on the day of the tour at the Kimball-Stanford House (across from the Lake Kezar Country Club on Route 5) from 12 to 1 p.m. The price per person is $20. All proceeds benefit the Society. For further information, call the Lovell Historical Society at 925-3234 or Bonnie Fox at 928-2604.

THE HOUSES on the Lovell House Tour are: (Clockwise, from above) Mill Brook Farm, Lovell Village Schoolhouse, Tam Glen and The Parker-Libby Farmstead. The tour takes place this Sunday.

‘Burt and Me’ at Deertrees

Always Something There to Remind Me, One Less Bell to Answer, Blue on Blue, A House Is Not A Home, Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head, I’ll Never Fall in Love Again, Close to You, I Say A Little Prayer for You, and more.

The show stars Zack Jackson, Anabelle Garcia, Michael Hogan, Jordi Wallen and Dave Scheffler. It is directed by Larry McKenna, and choreographed

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Shows are at 8 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students, and can be purchased at the box office (583-6747), Bridgton Books and The Country Sleigh in Naples or online at www.deertreestheatre.org The story: Joe Madson and Lacey Turner had two strong common interests — they both loved basketball and the music of Burt Bacharach. When the two met in high school, it was as if the stars had aligned to form the perfect union. However, when they each went away to different colleges, their history could not overcome their geography. The two separated only to meet years later. Joe would then plot an elaborate scheme to try and win her back…and the music of Burt Bacharach and Hal David would play a big part.

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Colonial trunk on display

Deertrees celebrates 75th birthday

NEW HARBOR — A 376-year-old horsehide trunk that survived a shipwreck in Colonial America — caused by one of the most terrifHARRISON — This sumic storms to occur along the mer, visitors to Deertrees Theatre Maine coast — now is on have enjoyed all genres of music display at Colonial Pemaquid from bluegrass to jazz, country State Historic Site in New and classic folk.

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We’ve danced down memory John Cogswell of Buena lane with “The Beatles For Sale” Vista, Colo., a direct descenand more recently to The Bikinis: dent of the same-named a Musical Beach Party!

American colonist who first Soon, patrons and theatre owned the trunk, has lent the staff will be dancing at their historic artifact to the Colonial very own party. On Monday Pemaquid museum for seven evening, Aug. 15, celebrate the years, with the possibility of 75th anniversary of Deertrees its becoming part of the museTheatre’s 1936 opening night! CELEBRATE THEATRE’S BIRTHDAY — This Monday, Aug. 15, Deertrees Theatre in um’s permanent collection, Party highlights include: Heather Harrison will celebrate its 75th anniversary of the theatre’s 1936 opening night. according to Maine Bureau Pierson on piano/lounge music; of Parks and Lands (BPL) cocktail hour: hors d’oeuvres officials, under the Maine and cash bar; raffles of picnic Department of Conservation. cub befriending an adult grizzly in the Yukon. basket of wines and accessories “We have a centuries-old Banding together against the predations of a as well as fall mums from Sweet barrel that once lined a well local crew of hunters, the bear and his adopLaurel; champagne toast and a near the waterfront from tive father brave a landscape that is Thursday, Aug. 11 through few (brief!) speeches honoring which colonist John Cogswell rife with both peril and majesty.

Saturday, Aug. 13 those who helped put the theatre may have drunk, and now Come see this classic near-wordAgatha Christie’s Murder on back on the map; birthday cake we have his personal trunk less cinema at 7 p.m. at the the Nile steams into town via The and coffee; and dancing on the that actually went down with Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Barnstormers Theatre, America’s porch (or lawn) to “The After the shipwreck in 1635,” Tom Main Street, Denmark Village. oldest professional summer stock Burners.”

Desjardin, BPL park historiSuggested donation is $5. A theatre, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday Seventy-five years is a milean, said. “There aren’t a lot of second movie that evening will in Tamworth, N.H. Friday showstone worthy of celebration. In museums where you can see be Tiny Tales, a film created by time is 8 p.m., and there’s also a 2 Deertrees’ “Life Time,” she has things that fascinating, espechildren who participated in Mike p.m. Sunday matinee. The play features Scott Dana’s cinematography workshop. FMI: 452been closed more than she has cially as a part of Maine’s Severance as the clerical detective Canon 2412. been open. That being said, she history.”

Pennefather. Call 603-323-8500 for tickets. is currently enjoying her longest “Our family has been the Friday, Aug. 12 and 19 Thursday, Aug. 11 through consecutive run of 13 years. guardian of the Cogswell The Windham Center Stage Theater presSunday, Aug. 14 Many people are deserving trunk since it floated ashore ents Suessical, the musical, at 7 p.m. Aug. 12, Shakespeare comes early to Sandwich, N.H. 13, 19 and 20, and at 4 p.m. Aug. 14 and 21 at of heartfelt thanks for creating at Pemaquid Point on Aug. this year with Advice To The Players’ popu- the Windham Center Stage Theater on School the Deertrees Foundation, which 15, 1635,” the most recent lar summer offering, A Midsummer Night’s Street in Windham. Tickets are $7; for more saved the theatre back in 1984.

John Cogswell said. “We are Dream, at 2 p.m. at the Sandwich Fairgrounds information, call 893-2098.

The ensuing Capital Campaign now pleased to pass it along Stage. The play is a story of love and passion, involved many contributors who to the State of Maine, which Tuesday, Aug. 16 through of innocence and dream, where fairy spells gave of their time, money and has the perfect place where Saturday, Aug. 20 are everywhere and danger lurks behind every labor. the public can enjoy this piece The Barnstormers Theatre presents the intritree. For tickets and information, visit www. cate and sophisticated Bedroom Farce, a fastDeertrees Theatre & Cultural of history, including those AdviceToThePlayers.org, call (603) 986-6253 paced comedy of co-dependence and dysfuncCenter’s Board of Directors are descendants of families who or e-mail contact@AdviceToThePlayers.org. hosting this event. If you would came to America on the Angel tion, at their theater in Tamworth, N.H. Curtain The Deertrees Theatre Festival continues time Tuesday through Thursday is 7:30 p.m., like to attend please call the Box Gabriel which met its fate with a musical theater performance of Burt Friday at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m. Sunday matinee.

Office at 583-6747 for tickets, or during the hurricane which & Me at 8 p.m. at the theater on Deertrees Call 603-323-8500 for tickets. contact a board member. sunk it and brought the trunk Road in Harrison. Boy gets girl, loses girl and Board members include: to shore. The small museum Wednesday, Aug. 17 through plots to get her back with lots of help from Sally MacAuslan, Merry Vignea, at Pemaquid Point where the Sunday, Aug. 21 Burt Bacharach and Hal David. Showtime is 8 Josie Hayes, Stephen Oliver, Al trunk will now rest safely and Musical theater comes alive at Deertrees p.m. Thursday through Saturday, with a 2 p.m. Theatre in Harrison with Monsters! The Glover, Andrea Sawyer, Gordon securely is a delightful place matinee on Sunday. Tickets are $25 and $15. Musical, about a midlife crisis, musical meltPeaco, Susan Searles-Gazza, FMI: 583-6747.

Kathleen Leslie, Christine down, angst, pathos, an overbearing mother and Friday, Aug. 12 Molloy, Patrick Wood, Richard a 40th birthday. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tuesday The first — and still the best — real- through Saturday, with a 2 p.m. matinee on Albert, Kaye Sykes, Ken Gibbs life “nature drama,” L’Ours tells the incred- Sunday. Tickets are $25 and $15. FMI: 583and Andrew Harris. ible tale of an 6747.

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Colonial Pemaquid is a unique Maine historic site that began as a colonial fishing settlement established in the 1620s that produced and shipped cod to England. A reproduction English fort, Fort William, an 18th-century farmhouse and a museum containing rare colonial artifacts and American Indian items going back 7,000 years define the historical significance of this site, located on a sheltered coastal peninsula, to human habitat. Last year, more than 28,000 visitors explored Colonial Pemaquid, where special events also are offered by the Friends of Colonial Pemaquid.

In 1635, the English galleon Angel Gabriel went to the bottom of Pemaquid Harbor in the “Great Colonial Hurricane” of 1635, Desjardin explained. John Cogswell, a young merchant hoping to build a new life and business in the New World, had been a passenger on the Gabriel’s voyage from England and, like many but not all of his fellow travelers, disembarked for the night while the ship anchored at the Pemaquid settlement in modern-day Bristol, Maine.

“Just before dawn the following morning, a storm that may have been the strongest ever to hit the Maine coastline blew through the region,” the park historian related.

“When it had passed, all that remained of the Angel Gabriel — a ship very much like the Mayflower, only larger and with more cannons — was debris floating in the harbor.”

The ship Mayflower brought the English Puritans to Plymouth, Mass., in 1620.

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RECOVERED TRUNK — A 376-year-old horsehide trunk that survived the 1635 shipwreck of the Angel Gabriel at Pemaquid now is on display at the Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site museum in New Harbor. The trunk, once owned

by Pemaquid colonist John Cogswell, has been loaned by the Cogswell family to the museum for display. The ship model shows what the Angel Gabriel, similar to the Mayflower that brought the Puritans to Plymouth, Mass., looked like.

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“Hoping you are getting better” thoughts go out to my aunt, Evelyn Morton. She is at Norway Rehabilitation and Living Center on Marion Avenue in Norway, Maine 04268. She would love to get some cards from friends.

She is only having relatives and close friends visit at this

by Virginia Staples Bridgton Correspondent Tel. 647-5183

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Area births

Emily (Eastman) and Anthony Kubichko of Bridgton, have a daughter, Layla Grey, born on June 24, 2011 at Bridgton Hospital.

Layla joins Jaxson, age 3. Maternal grandparents: Richard and Kathryn Eastman of Fryeburg. Paternal grandparents: John and Dawn Kubichko of Putnam Valley, N.Y. Great-grandparents: Tony and Marianne Bujas of Yorktown, N.Y. Heather Smith and Joseph Politano Sr. of Harrison, have a son, Joseph Politano Jr., born on Aug. 4, 2011 at 10:05 a.m. at Stephens Memorial Hospital in Norway. Joseph weighed 7.2 pounds. He joins sisters Skyla, age 7, and Kaylee, 2. Maternal grandparents: Wesley Smith and Rebecca Ferrier of Salem, Mass.

Paternal grandparents: Micheal J. Politano Sr. and Mary Politano of Harrison.

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time. The family would like it that way for now, until she is feeling better and getting stronger.

Marion Leavitt is also residing there as well, and she would love to have com-

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pany and cards.

On Sunday, Aug. 14, the Concerts on the Village Green in Naples will feature The German Band. They will perform all those wunderbar polkas and marching music.

The Germans did have good music. You can clap your hands and sing along — even dance around and have a jolly good time. The music starts at 6 p.m.

The Fish Fry at the American Legion will be served up on Friday, Aug. 12, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The place is always packed because the meal is A-#1 — the Legion’s cooks do it just right. So you better get in early for a place to sit, or they have takeout too.

I hope everyone got out and voted on Tuesday. Hopefully everyone agreed, or it’s back to square one.

The Lovell Masonic Hall at the corner of Routes 93 and 5 will hold its 5th annual Baked Bean Supper on Saturday, Aug. 13 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

The menu is baked beans, hot dogs, coleslaw, biscuits, brown bread, dessert and beverages. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children 12 and under.

Proceeds will benefit the Sam sale of home-baked goods Noftle Building Fund to mainwill take place from 10 a.m. tain and provide upkeep for the to noon Saturday, Aug. 13 at building.

North Bridgton Library. For more information, call 6478563.

Bridgton Public Library will hold a Book Sale on Saturday, Aug. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon in the library The 85th Annual Ellingwood courtyard. Handmade wooden Reunion will be held at the home bowls made by Ernie Kozun of Jerry Ellingwood, 12 Harrison will also be offered for sale, Road, Norway, on Saturday, with all proceeds benefiting Aug. 13, rain or shine. Folks the library. For more informa- will begin gathering around 10 tion, call 647-2472. a.m., and lunch will be around A Summer Psychic Fair noon, with a brief family meetwill be held on Saturday, Aug. ing after lunch.

13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at There will be tables full of the Maine Center for Spiritual memorabilia, pictures and former Enrichment at 328 Main newsletters for folks to browse or Street. For more information, add items to. There will also be a call 776-4811. grill to use, and a table of other Don’t forget that every goodies to share. Drinks are proSunday through the summer, vided or you can bring your own at 6 p.m., there’s a Sunset non-alcoholic beverage.

Drum Circle and Hooping Games for the young and old Gathering at Highland Lake will be offered, and there will be Beach. For more information, prizes for the one who travels call 583-2911. the furthest, the youngest person and the oldest person. Bring your own food to grill or bring sandwiches. Rain or shine. There will be a party boat for those who wish to take a leisurely cruise on ily. Pamper yourself and your the lake and take a dip in the family during the remainder lake. of the summer season, don’t Bill West will speak about spend it in the kitchen. his work in family geneology Proceeds from this fund- and what he has found. Bring raiser go toward the many St. your family updated information Peter’s Outreach programs. from the last year so it can be They help support the local added to the family book. This community as well as those would include pictures, newsthroughout the state, country paper articles, births, weddings, and internationally. For further deaths, or the like. questions, call the office at For questions, call Jerry at 647-8549.

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There will be a Summer Bazaar on Saturday and Sunday, Aug 13 and 14, at St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Hall, 225 South High Street. Hours on Saturday are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.; on Sunday, the hours are from 9 a.m. to noon.

There will be plants, baked goods, crafts, jewelry, a white elephant table and food consisting of lobster rolls, hot dogs and more. The bazaar is sponsored by the St. Joseph Women’s Guild.

There will be a blueberry pancake breakfast at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, Aug. 13, from 7 to 10 a.m.

World-class bluegrass performer Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection will give the first major concert to be held at Narramissic Farm in South Bridgton on Saturday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. A jam session and other bands will start at 4 p.m.

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Jalali to speak at Bridgton Breakfast is served Library St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will be holding their “Annual Blueberry Pancake Breakfast” this year on Saturday, Aug.13, in their church located at 42 Sweden Road, Bridgton. The kitchen will open to serve you from 7:30 to 10 a.m. a nice hot home-style cooked breakfast of blueberry pancakes, topped with syrup and real whipped cream, various muffins, Danish pastry, and beverages included. Pricing is $8 adults; ages 5-10 $3 and under five free.

St. Peter’s is known for their fabulous cooks and they are ready to flip those pancakes just for you and your fam-

The Bridgton Public Library is excited and honored to be hosting Reza Jalali, author, activist and humanitarian. Jalali, a writer, professor, and community organizer who is originally from Iran, will give two talks on Saturday, Aug. 13.

The first talk, geared more toward children, will be at 1 p.m. Jalali will read his children’s story, Moon Watchers, which tells the story of Ramadan through the eyes of a brother and sister. He will hold a book signing afterwards, and the book will be OXFORD HILLS available for sale.

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The Town Meeting House will be open at 8 a.m. on Aug. 13 to receive goods for sale. They welcome all sorts of items in reasonSUNDAY, AUGUST 14 able condition; household items such as furniture, office supplies 7:30 A.M. TO 11 A.M. and equipment, tools, etc. For more information, call Richard Lyman, Society president, at 647-3970, or e-mail him at Richard.

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Really interesting houses at The Lovell Historical House Tour

Bridgton High School Class of 1950 alumni at the 2011 Reunion June 21 were, front row, sitting L to R, Betty Cross, Helen Eastman and Deborah Woodberry; standing L to R, Richard McDaniel, David Gray, Beverly Martin, Carleton Palmer, Gerald Smith, Faye Moynihan and Esther Kilborn.

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Nine members of the Bridgton High School Class of 1950 met for a reunion dinner at Trailside Restaurant on June 21, 2011.

David Gray, one of the most loyal members who seldom misses a reunion, came from Lambertville, Mich. Attending from Bridgton were Betty Cross, Helen Eastman, Richard McDaniel, Faye Moynihan,

Carleton Palmer, Deborah Woodbury, and their beloved teacher, Esther Kilborn.

Attending from Harrison were Beverly Martin and Gerald Smith. Unable to attend because of illness were Ann Davis of Harrison and Charles Hazelton of Naples. The group will meet next on June 20, 2012.

SWEDEN — The Sweden Historical Society will hold a yard sale on Saturday, Aug. 13, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Town Meeting House in Sweden.

The purpose is to raise money to support the society in its efforts to refurbish both the Blacksmith Shop and the Center School House.

The Town Meeting House will be open at 8 a.m. on Aug. 13 to receive goods for sale.

All sorts of items in reasonable condition are welcome: household items, such a furniture, office supplies and equipment, tools, etc.

For questions, call Society President Richard Lyman at

647-3970, or e-mail him at Richard.lyman@simmons.edu

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Bridgton High School’s Class of 1956 will hold their 55th Class Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 13 at noon at Cyndi’s Dockside Restaurant, 723 Main Street, Poland Spring.

Any member of the class who would like to attend is asked to RSVP and provide updated information on their e-mail and address. Call Gary at 627-4992 or write to him at 61 Heath Road, Casco, ME 04015.

The Lovell Historical Society will hold their third Lovell House Tour on Sunday, Aug. 14. This event was very popular, and this year the houses to be visited are really interesting.

Four of them are dated in the 1800s.

The tour begins at the Kimball-Stanford House, which is the society’s home, then continues to Mill Brook Farm in North Lovell, circa 1873. Then it is on to the Tam Glen at Severance Lodge, the youngest of the buildings at circa 1916.

From there it’s on to the Parker-Libby Farmstead on Old Waterford Road, circa 1865, and finally the Lovell Village Schoolhouse in Lovell, circa 1850. The donation for the tour is $20 and tickets, maps and direction can be picked up at the Kimball-Stanford House.

The hours for the tour are 1 to 4 p.m., after which there will be refreshments served back at the Historical Society House.

The Lewis Dana Hill Memorial Library will be holding an Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 7 p.m. at the North Lovell Library. The guest speaker will be mystery author Lisa Gardner.

Gardner started like most authors, as a reader, then had the itch to write. Her first effort, Walking After Midnight, was published, but the money wasn’t enough to give her the confidence to make a living as a writer; so she became a consultant. When you have ink in your veins and find yourself in an unfulfilling job, Lisa was pushed to continue to write.

Her next suspense novel, full of murder and mayhem, was finally published by Bantam.

With this success, Lisa gave up her job and started to write full time. She lives in New Hampshire with one husband, one daughter, one cat and two dogs. Come meet this interesting lady who has been greeted with “how does such a nice girl like you write such dark books,”

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On Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 7 p.m., the United Church of Christ will present the Annual Church Shop Fashion Show in the church sanctuary. This is a fun time, because the models put together some great outfits from the shop.

The imagination and styles and the models themselves make this a fun time. If you plan to take part, notify either Nancy Olmsted or Liz Rowe with the needed description by Sunday, Aug. 14.

After the show, there will be an ice cream social.

The 36th Annual Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library Arts and Artisans Fair will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Suncook School. This event is one of the best-regarded artisan fairs in Maine, with crafters that have been juried in order to take part.

The quality of all the vendors is highly anticipated. The crafters are so dedicated to the venue that 10 have donated items to be raffled off.

It isn’t just the crafters that show their handiwork that draws the crowd, but there is also the used book sale and the homemade sandwiches and desserts for sale in the cafeteria. What better way to spend a Saturday searching for the perfect gift for the perfect person, browse to find those books for the long Maine winter and then have lunch knowing you’re supporting the library.

All the volunteers who work the Arts and Artisans Fair are grateful to the Lovell volunteer firemen for holding their annual Chicken Barbecue the evening of the fair. On Saturday, Aug. 20

from 4 to 7 p.m., the chicken, having been bathed in that magical sauce (Scott won’t tell me what it is, but it’s yummy), will be served up with potato salad, coleslaw, roll and dessert — a bargain at $8.50 for adults.

The firemen give you the option of eating it at the fire station or taking advantage of the containers to take it home if you’re a bit tired from a long day. There are 700 servings being cooked, but folks, don’t wait until the last minute, get there early.

You can stand in line, talk to the folks around you and if you don’t know them, introduce yourself; this is Lovell, a friendly town.

The United Church of Christ Vacation Bible School 2011 “PandaMania” runs from Aug. 22–26 for children aged three and up. Pandas, China’s treasures, will be familiar to all the children by the end of the week. They’ll all know what they eat and how crazy the VBS Pandas can get.

There will be Bible learning activities, song and games all to teach that God loves you. Fun at church is the theme of the pandas teaching the children how to share the love for each other in different areas of China. Each child should come to VBS with a bagged lunch, and sunscreen and bug spray should be applied by

mom before they leave home.

To register online, go to www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ ez/LUCC or call Rev. Alison Jacobs at 925-1321 or Vicki Royer at 925-1444. The school runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Greater Lovell Land Trust next walk will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 9 a.m.

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WINDHAM — The Kiwanis Club of Windham is hosting a “Lobstah Dinnah” on Saturday, Aug. 13 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Little Meeting House on Roosevelt Trail in Windham.

The menu is lobster, corn on the cob, coleslaw, chips, beverage and dessert. Tickets are $15 each, and are available from any Kiwanian, at the door, or call 892-3684 for more information. A 50-50 raffle will be held.

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SEBAGO — The Sebago Volunteer Association will host a Baked Bean & Chop Suey Supper on Saturday, Aug. 20, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Sebago Town Hall, Route 107. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children 10 and under. The supper will benefit the local fire and rescue departments.

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This moderate two-hour walk at Bishops Cardinal Reserve will give those taking part the chance to see a very large tree with the evidence that signifies black bear territory. The walk will provide the evidence of the critters that live in the area.

On Thursday, Aug. 18, at 10 a.m., the Greater Lovell Land Trust walk will take place at the Back Pond Reserve. This area is near the Five Kezar Watershed, where the walkers during this gentle two-hour ramble will seek out late summer wildflowers.

Don’t forget the Greater Lovell Land Trust annual meeting at the VFW on Saturday, Aug. 13.

I have shared many moments of my life with my readers. I guess it’s time for a heart attack update. I’ve gone to see my cardiologist, Dr. Tom Ryan, two weeks ago, the first time since the hospital. He wasn’t surprised at my amazing progress, and was pleased that I had recovered so well.

I told him that so many friends returning to the area had complimented me on how well I looked that I had to perk up to live up to their assessment. Every test came out really well so my progress was a definite bonus. One fact he told me was that he didn’t see many patients of my age having this type of heart attack — that they came to him much younger.

Guess I was doing something right after all, time just caught up with me. To all the people who have boosted my morale, helping along my recovery, thank you so much and God bless. Funny, I keep wondering what He has in mind for me in the future.

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Theatre

(Continued from Page B) Thursday, Aug. 18 through Sunday, Aug. 28 The Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Association will present Large Window on a Small World, by Maurice Hill, under special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, at the Norway Grange on Whitman Street. Showtimes are 8 p.m. on Aug. 18-20 and 25-27, and at 2 p.m. on Sundays, Aug. 21 and 28. The show, directed by Rob Kilgore, is set in the 1970s and follows the antics of a son who gets caught up with a sympathetic French girl he’s never met and the suspicions of a possessive mother. Tickets are $5 on opening night; with all other performances priced at $10 for adults

Potluck dinner celebrates progress at Day Garden NORWAY — The Alan Day Community Garden will hold an open and free potluck dinner on Sunday, Aug. 14 at 6 p.m. at the garden at 26 Whitman Street in Norway, across from the Norway Grange.

It’s been a busy summer at the garden, and this gathering will celebrate it.

Seventeen individuals and families have “rented” garden plots and have grown an abundance of flowers, vegetables, and herbs. The organization has expanded its capacity and sponsored workshops in permaculture,

composting, yoga for gardeners and scything. Groups have donated materials and labor for a bench and footbridge.

And three young gardeners recently attended a four-day youth leadership training in Philadelphia, Pa., called Rooted in Community, where they learned about community gardens, good justice, and community organizing for a sustainable future.

The potluck will include a campfire, storytelling and music. Bring your instruments and a dish to share.

Bring your own table settings and a recipe or two. Or just

come on over with an appetite to see what’s happening at the garden.

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Renowned jazz pianist Ellen Rowe will be joined by saxophonist Andrew Bishop for an evening of jazz in the sanctuary of the Lovell United Church of Christ, Route 5, at 7 p.m.

Rowe is an internationally-recognized jazz musician who has appeared on Marian McPartland’s “Piano Jazz” on National Public Radio, and is a composer with several CDs to her credit.

Bishop has performed with Ray Charles and The Manhattan Transfer. The concert is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted to benefit the Capital Campaign.

A “Love Them Enough To Tell Them” Concert Cruise will take place from 7:30 to 9 p.m. aboard the Songo River Queen II, with boarding beginning at 7 p.m. from the Causeway in Naples.

The featured artists are Lisa Gallant and Barry Lowe from The Blacksmiths for the cruise, which will benefit the nonprofit Resistance Ministries.

Cost is $13 in advance; $17 at the gate. Call 743-6982 or visit www.wix.com/theblacksmiths04/concertcruise.

Gospel singers The Lighthouse Jubilees will sing at the Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond, at 6 p.m. The duo travels the southern part of the state sharing their music and love for their Lord. FMI: 7737061.

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Pianist Artem Belogurov, a rising young artist from the Ukraine, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center at Fryeburg Academy in Fryeburg.

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Polkas and foot-tapping, hand-clapping are in store when a German Band performs at the next Concert on the Naples Village Green from 6 to 7 p.m.

Jewel Clark and Donnie Katlin will give a free summer concert at 4 p.m. at the Bethel Common. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Rain location is Bingham Auditorium, 45 Church Street, Bethel.

Tuesday, Aug. 16 Deertrees Theatre in Harrison presents Jonathan Sarty & the White Mountain Boys for a night of country and rockabilly at 8 p.m. Tickets are $18/$9. FMI: 583-6747.

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Three Chums Telling Tales features storytellers Michael Parent, Jo Radner and Meg Gilman at 7:30 p.m. at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts in Lovell. For more information, see www.lovellbrickchurch.org.

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Finnish open house

Located in the Magic Lantern Theatre

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Is it a comedy, with tragic overtones, or a tragedy, with comic overtones? The Cherry Orchard has long confounded theatergoers; come decide for yourself as Complicated, Inc. and the Denmark Arts Center presents the Anton Chekhov play at 7:30 p.m. at the arts center at 50 West Main Street, Denmark.

A $15 donation is suggested; visit www.denmarkarts.org for more information, or call 4522412.

next cabaret at the Denmark Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. A $10 donation is suggested. FMI: 452-2412.

Over 20 handmade wooden bowls have been donated by local woodworker Ernie Kozun for this Saturday’s Book Sale at the Bridgton Public Library, which runs from 9 a.m. to noon.

Kozun will have a table set up in the courtyard where the sale will take place, and all proceeds from the sale of the bowls will go toward library book purchases. Each person buying a bowl can also designate a name for a “Book Dedication.”

by Ferne Adams Kozun’s fascination of turnNaples Correspondent ing birch wood started over five years ago.

“If you let the birch pieces season outdoors and under cover, it is amazing how nature takes over,” he said. “The following year, when you start to turn the Saturday, Aug. 13 pieces on your lathe, the magic World-class Bluegrass really happens. The colors can be performer Erica Brown and extraordinary!” the Bluegrass Connection Kozun, a former Peace Corps will give the first major convolunteer, donates many of his I have been on hiatus from Trickey Pond boat landing, and turnings to non-profit organiza- cert to be held at Narramissic sending items to the newspa- I would like to thank whomever tions. “It’s a way of giving back Farm in South Bridgton at per, due to health reasons. But it was who made the grass area to the community,” he said.

I would like to offer a couple around the memorial rock for of items. my son, Billy, so neat and trimTom’s Homestead 1821 Restaurant The annual Adams Family looking. The year before, the Reunion will be held on grass was a foot high!

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Any person related to Tracy Lee Adams Sr., or Gardner Leroy Adams is invited to come to meet, greet, and also eat, as always. It is a fun day to greet WEST PARIS — An open old friends and relatives and house will be held at the meet new ones, with the hope Finnish-American Heritage that Mother Nature will cooper- Center at 8 Maple Street, West ate. She usually does. So bring Paris, every Sunday throughout a bite to eat if you want to. See August (with the exception of you there.

Aug. 21) from 2 to 4 p.m.

Last month, I was coming This is an opportunity for the home with my son John from whole community to visit the visiting my daughter and family museum or browse the library LUNCH 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. • DINNER 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Sebago. We stopped at the and gift shop.

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Tuesday, Aug. 23 through Saturday, Aug. 27 The season at The Barnstormers Theatre in Tamworth, N.H. ends with the crash of The 39 Steps, a hilarious send-up of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 film with a juicy spy novel and a dash of Monty Python thrown in. Curtain time Tuesday through Thursday is 7:30 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m.

Sunday matinee. Call 603-3238500 for tickets.

Wednesday, Aug. 24 through Sunday, Aug. 28 Four friends plan a festive weekend in the country at a quaint B&B; what could go wrong? Find out by attending the Deertrees Theatre production of Breakfast with Mary at 8 p.m. at their theater in Harrison.

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Dynamic Aging: Stay hydrated!

Special to The News Dona Forke Registered Dietitian We’ve had a pretty hot, humid summer so far and there’s no reason to think it’s over yet!

The moment you step into oppressive heat, the body senses

life-threatening danger and starts fighting to keep things cool. The heart beats faster as it increases the flow of blood to the skin, trying to keep critical internal organs from overheating. But if your core temperature continues to rise, drastic measures kick in.

Sweat starts dripping — then pouring — from your glands so evaporation can cool the body.

But, if humidity leaves the sweat with no place to go and it simply drips off the skin, “your internal temperature will skyrocket,” said Matthew Ganio, a researcher at the Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Texas Health Presbyterian Dining Room Closed for Private Function Aug. 13 & 20

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People over age 60 are most vulnerable to suffocating hot conditions. But, if you’re not fit, if you’re overweight or if you suffer from heart disease, diabetes or respiratory problems, you’re also at high risk.

Those with diabetes may have nerve fibers that don’t signal the blood vessels to dilate.

This could decrease the amount of blood brought to the skin’s surface to dissipate heat, according to experts.

During a heat wave, stress on the heart can be exacerbated by dehydration as the body’s core temperature rises.

“To get the blood flow out to the skin, our cardiovascular system has to work hard,” said Lacy Holowatz, a professor of kinesiology at Penn State who researches the body’s ability to regulate its temperature. “The older you are, the harder your cardiovascular system has to work to get blood to the skin’s surface.”

For most people, experts say, it’s best to stay inside during excessive heat. Air conditioning, which can be found in public buildings, is the best way to protect oneself against heat-related illness and death, according to the CDC. Avoid drinks with caffeine and alcohol. This includes highly caffeinated sports drinks! Greasy or fried foods are more difficult for the body to digest. Large portions are also harder to digest since the process of digestion raises body temperature.

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Writing into the Wild

Joan Lee Hunter will lead a weekend writing workshop, Writing into the Wild, Aug. 19-21 at Fifth House Lodge in South Bridgton.

Push your self-imposed writing boundaries in this workshop for writers of all stripes — those who write for others, as well as those who write for themselves. Learn how to “write toward the heat,” how to boot your internal critics out the door, how to enlist all your senses in the act of writing, and more. Using Joan’s basic writing practice as a jumping-off point, you’ll have fun and surprises as you meet your wild writer inside.

The workshop consists of writing (both “free” and directed), reading aloud and gentle shared feedback. It runs Friday evening from 7 to 9:30, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A light lunch is served Saturday and Sunday.

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Suppers & breakfasts Saturday, Aug. 13 A Chicken Barbeque Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. along with a book sale at Brown Memorial Library in Baldwin, at the corner of Routes 113 and 107. For $7, you get barbeque chicken, potato or green salad, corn bread, drink and ice cream with topping. For more information, call 625-2360.

The Bridgton United Methodist Church is holding a public Baked Bean and Hot Dog Supper from 5 to 6:30 at the church.

There’ll also be casseroles, salads, rolls, pies, coffee and punch. A donation is requested. This replaces the supper on Aug. 6.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on the Sweden Road in Bridgton will hold a Blueberry Pancake Breakfast, from 7 to 10 a.m. at the church. St. Peter’s is known for their fabulous cooks and they are ready to flip those pancakes just for you. Cost is $8 adults, ages 5-10 $3. For more information, call 647-8549.

The Lovell Masonic Hall at the corner of Routes 93 and 5 will hold its 5th annual Baked Bean Supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The menu is baked beans, hot dogs, coleslaw, biscuits, brown bread, dessert and beverages. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children 12 and under. Proceeds will benefit the Sam Noftle Building Fund to maintain and provide upkeep for the building.

The Kiwanis Club of Windham is hosting a “Lobstah Dinnah” from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Little Meeting House on Roosevelt Trail in Windham. The menu is lobster, corn on the cob, coleslaw, chips, beverage and dessert. Tickets are $15 each, and are available from any Kiwanian, at the door, or call 8923684 for more information. A 50-50 raffle will be held.

Sunday, Aug. 14 The Harrison VFW Post on the Waterford Road in Harrison will hold its popular Public Breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the post on Route 35. The breakfast features scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, biscuits and country gravy, chili, bacon, sausage, home fries, fruit cup, sweet breads, orange juice and beverage. Donations will be accepted.

Tuesday, Aug. 16 The North Waterford Congregational Church, off Routes 35 and 37, opposite Melby’s Market, will hold a Public Baked Bean Supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The menu includes baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverages and homemade pies, served buffet-style. Cost is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children under 12.

Wednesday, Aug. 17 The fourth and final in the series of summer breakfasts at the Wilkins Community House will be served from 7:30 to 10 a.m. The breakfasts have been a tradition for 58 years. The menu is scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, pancakes, donuts, freshly baked muffins, coffee, tea and orange juice. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children ages 5 to 10, under 5 free. An Indoor Yard Sale will be held at the same time in the basement, from 7 to 11 a.m.

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Concerts (Continued from Page B)

mental group of three called Kindling Stone will perform at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26, New Gloucester, at 7 p.m. The group will play traditional songs and tunes from many backgrounds as well as their own original compositions. Members are Charlotte Avant, Mark Wingate and Chris Moore. Cost is $15 for adults, $5 for children, and free for under six. For more information, call 926-4597.

Saturday, Aug. 20 Flutist Nicole Rabata and harpist Danielle Langord, two new and exciting friends and established stars of traditional Celtic music from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany and Quebec, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Saco River Grange Hall, 29 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. Their unique, elegant, and evocative style, blending

delicate melodies with upbeat dance tunes, is in demand at international festivals and is highly valued by their students. Nicole and Danielle are on the applied music faculty at Colby College, and perform widely throughout the US and Europe. Tickets are $15, $13 for students and seniors, or by donation. For more information, call 929-6472.

Sunday, Aug. 21 The country music of Vicky Lee will fill the air when she performs at the next Concert on the Naples Village Green from 6 to 7 p.m.

New England’s original White Mountain Boy singer and songwriter Jonathan Sarty will take to the stage for a concert at the Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield. For show times and tickets, log on to www. stonemountainartscenter.com or call 935-7292.

The Blue Willow Band will give a free summer concert at 4 p.m. at the Bethel Common.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Rain location is Bingham Auditorium, 45 Church Street, Bethel.

Tuesday, Aug. 23 The Downeast Brass Quintet takes the stage for an evening of jazz and pop music at 8 p.m. at Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. Tickets are $18/$9; call 583-6747.

Wednesday, Aug. 24 Calypso, reggae, Motown come together in a percussion extravaganza at 7:30 p.m. by Eric Rollnick’s Mango Groove Steel Drum Band at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts in Lovell. Tickets are available at the door, or visit www.lovellbrickchurch.org.

Saturday, Aug. 27

One of Portland’s bestkept secrets, the four-piece Milkman’s Union will play a stripped-down, melodic brand of indie-rock at the next cabaret at the Denmark Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. A $10 donation is suggested. FMI: 452-2412.

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Sunday, Aug. 28

Country music is served up

by Lola Lee and the Country Bandits at the next Concert on the Naples Village Green from 6 to 7 p.m.

Guitarist Bill Docos will give a free summer concert at 4 p.m. at the Bethel Common. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Rain location is Bingham Auditorium, 45 Church Street, Bethel.

Thursday, Sept. 1 Maine country music legend Al Hawkes will bring his popular Americana Show to Lovell to celebrate the 75th birthday of Roberta Chandler, founder of the Brick Church for the Performing Arts, at the Brick Church in Lovell. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.; for more information, see www. lovellbrickchurch.org.

Saturday, Sept. 3 Listen to the music of Lauren Scott and students while shopping at the Bridgton Farmers’ Market on Depot Street in Bridgton from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

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Stephen Smith and Kimberly Zienkiewicz (Photo by Jo Hansford)

Wedding

Kimberly Zienkiewicz and Stephen Smith of Solihull, England were married on July 2, 2011 at Priston Mill, Bath, England. J.S. Hall officiated the ceremony.

Kimberly is the daughter of Michael and Nancy Zienkiewicz of Weare, N.H. and formerly of Bridgton. Kimberly is a graduate of Lake Region High School and the University of New Hampshire.

She is a structural engineer with Grontmij, Solihull, England.

Stephen is the son of Jean Smith of Clevedon, England.

Stephen is a graduate of Clevedon Comprehensive and the University of West of England. He is employed as a civil engineer with Grontmij, Solihull, England.

Matron of honor was Jennifer Ickert (sister of bride) of Virginia Beach, Va. The flower girl was Eva Ickert, daughter of Jennifer and Marc Ickert (niece of bride), of Virginia Beach, Va. Best men were Matthew Clarke of Clevedon, England and Neil Delaney of Portishead, England. Ushers were Martyn Burnett and Neil Banwell, both of Clevedon, England.

Reception was held at The Watermill, Priston Mill, Bath, England.

The couple spent their honeymoon at The Maldives.

They reside in Solihull, England.

Susan Stiles and Scott Proctor

Wedding

Susan Louise Stiles and Scott Kelly Proctor were married on June 25, 2011 at the American Legion Post #155 in Naples.

The bride is the daughter of Nancylou Stiles of Naples. Susan is a graduate of Portland High School and is currently employed with Delhaize America-Hannaford Banner.

The bridegroom is the son of Lawrence Proctor and the late Florence Proctor of Casco. Scott is a graduate of Lake Region High School and is currently employed with Titan Machine.

Sandra Stiles and Kim Lamson were Maids of Honor.

Jacob Proctor and Caleb Proctor were Best Men. The couple resides in Casco.

Colonial trunk

(Continued from Page B) had brought on the voyage to help set up his new commercial venture, but most of his fortune was lost beneath the waves, Desjardin said. Among the wreckage of the storm, however, floated a small trunk covered with horsehide and decorated with ornate, roundheaded nails including the letters “J. C.” It contained all of the personal belongings Cogswell had in the New World.

“Cogswell must have cherished the trunk, because nine generations later, another John Cogswell is the latest of the family heirs to possess it,” Desjardin said. “The historic irony is that the Cogswell trunk is now on display in the museum at Colonial Pemaquid, just a few hundred feet away from where it had been stored below decks on the ill-fated galleon.”

Last year, a new bronze plaque commemorating

the shipwreck on the 375th anniversary of the event was unveiled at Colonial Pemaquid. The latest John M. Cogswell — the sixth male of that name in the direct family line between him and his ancestor who first owned the trunk — read about the plaque and contacted Desjardin.

After exchanging a few emails with the park historian, Cogswell arranged to loan the trunk to Colonial Pemaquid for seven years, with the possibility of making it a permanent donation. Cogswell also has provided an affidavit attesting to the provenance of the trunk through his family.

Visitors now can view the distinctive, monogrammed trunk on display at the Colonial Pemaquid museum, along with a model ship depicting how the Angel Gabriel looked. The historic plaque, embedded in a granite monument, also can be viewed on the grounds of the state historic site.

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Summer scene Birdhouse auction Saturday at Library

BRAD HOOPER of Albany will perform at the Bridgton Historical Society’s Bluegrass Festival at Narramissic in South Bridgton next Saturday, Aug. 13. The event begins at 5 p.m.

Bluegrass Festival Aug. 13

(Continued from Page B) the Bridgton Historical Society.

There will be a barbecue at the festival.

The Bridgton Historical Society also operates an archive and museum in the former fire station on Gibbs Avenue in downtown Bridgton.

The museum and archives are open this summer Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and other times

by appointment.

Narramissic, located on Ingalls Road, off Route 107 in South Bridgton, is an historic house museum and a venue for events and workshops that further an appreciation of early American life. With over 20 acres of fields, it sits on one of the highest points of land in town, with spectacular views to the north and west.

Narramissic is also open for

Suppers

Benefit Breakfast for the Denmark Public Library from 7 to 10 a.m. at the lodge, located in Brownfield on Route 160. The cost for breakfast is $5 for adults, $3 for children and free for those four years and younger. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards purchasing new children’s books for the library.

Saturday, Aug. 27 A Free Community Meal of baked salmon, casseroles, salads and desserts will be served from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Christ Chapel, 37 Northern Pines Road, Raymond. After the dinner, there will be a movie, Letters to God, a heartfelt tale of inspiration, hope and redemption, about what happens when one boy’s walk of faith crosses paths

(Continued from Page B) Saturday, Aug. 20 A Public Baked Bean Supper will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at the East Baldwin Church Parish Hall. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children.

Come and enjoy!

The Sebago Volunteer Association will host a Baked Bean & Chop Suey Supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Sebago Town Hall, Route 107. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children 10 and under. The supper will benefit the local fire and rescue departments.

Sunday, Aug. 21 The Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge No. 56 is hosting a

NAPLES — A special evening of fun and fundraising will be had as 25 beautifully decorated birdhouses go on the auction block this Saturday evening, Aug. 13, to benefit the Naples Public Library.

The Naples Golf & Country Club is hosting the event.

Preview with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar begins at 6:30 p.m. with the live auction beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are Black Capped Chickadees by Fireman’s Friend by Ray available for $10 at the library Christine Stanford Stanford during regular business hours or at the door.

If you can’t make it to the auction but would like to place a bid, forms are available at the library to place a pre-auction bid.

All of the birdhouses are available for viewing on the Naples Public Library website.

Questions? Call the library at 693-6841.

tours this summer Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and by appointment. The grounds are open to the public any time during daylight hours.

For further information, contact the Bridgton Historical Society at PO Box 44, Bridgton, ME 04009, or call 647-9954, or visit www.bridgtonhistory.org, The Ladies Guild at or e-mail info@bridgtonhis- Bridgton’s First Congregational tory.org Church, 33 South High Street, will hold its annual pie sale on with one man’s search for Saturday, Aug. 20, from 9 a.m. meaning. For more informa- to 1 p.m. tion, call the chapel at 6555058.

Tuesday, Aug. 30 The North Waterford Congregational Church, off (Continued from Page B) Routes 35 and 37, opposite where they still gather from across Melby’s Market, will hold the country. the last Public Baked Bean Now based in Boston, her first Supper of the season from 5 to regional theater experience was at 6:30 p.m. The menu includes Deertrees Theatre, where she saw baked beans, American chop a production of the play Vanities as suey, casseroles, salads, a young teenager, supporting her brown bread, rolls, beverages early theatrical career aspirations. and homemade pies, served Premiering in 2006, Monsters!, buffet-style. Cost is $7 for “the midlife musical meltdown,” adults and $3.50 for children opened to overwhelmingly posiunder 12. tive reviews and a resounding Saturday, Sept. 3 plea for continued development A Bean & Casserole Supper on the work. Five years and some will be served at the Bridgton creative redevelopment later, the United Methodist Church from show is back on the road, reveal5 to 6:30 p.m. ing a re-imagination of the popular musical, hitting all new high notes with its timeless storyline.

“I listened carefully to reviewer and audience feedback, and took

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Bountiful Garden by Evelyn Butterflies and Daffodils by Abrams Sandy Arris

‘Monsters,’ face your demons a critical look at the show,” said Phaneuf. “That process led to an exciting transformation of both the script and some musical numbers.

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While in development, Phaneuf’s other works have continued to be produced across Eastern United States. She is an award-winning actor, writer and director of many plays and musicals including the new “tween” musical The Love Note, currently being produced nationwide.

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mother to celebrate her 40th birthday. Samantha reveals that she has plans to quit her Wall Street job and head for soul-searching adventure in Machu Picchu.

Distressed at this potentially hasty move, her mother desperately tries to convince Samantha to reconsider. Her mother’s words stirs up a toxic blend of old insecurities embodied by monsters, familiar to us all. In an effort to derail her new ambitions and to protect their status, the monsters drag Samantha into a hilarious showdown of wills and determination.

When a birthday package arrives at her door, the monsters warn her it’s no gift, but part of a dangerous plot against her. The antics skyrocket with a sexy Birthday Singer who is sent mysteriously.

Charged with energetic music and side splitting lyrics, Monsters! the Musical asks, “Have you faced your demons?”

Monsters! the Musical to be performed Wednesday, Aug. 17 through Sunday, Aug. 21 at Deertrees Theatre. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students. Show times are 8 p.m. on Wednesday through Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are sold at the box office or call 583-6747 or visit www.deertreestheatre.org or buy tickets at Bridgton Books (Main Street) or The Country Sleigh in Naples.

Produced by G.P. Productions and The Image Theater, Monsters! will be directed by Jerry Bisantz, and choreographed by Christine MacInally, with music direction

by John Kramer.

Community

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Resident swims about 19 ‘marathons’ in local pond

By R.R. Boxholder Special to The News DENMARK—AlexMacGregor likes marathons — in the water.

He passed the 500-mile mark swimming in the local pond on July 25. A native of Chicago who

married into a Denmark family in 1968, MacGregor has been swimming there for 13 years. Though he estimates the pond is only about three-eighths of a mile long, his 500 miles total amounts to a little over 19 marathons, taken very

BLUEBERRY PICKING season is back with a vengeance and Crabtree’s Blueberries (703 Bridgton Road, Sebago) has an abundant crop this year. On the seventh day of picking, Mimi and Eben Lang of Sebago were the lucky pickers who brought the 2011 total to one ton of blueberries in the bucket so far.

“We’re well on our way to the two-ton level and should reach it in the next day or two,” Allen Crabtree reported. Mimi and Eben are shown with their certificate and Colby the official blueberry greeter dog at the blueberry stand.

slowly.

Unfortunately, MacGregor is not sure just what pond he’s been swimming in, since the lumberman who owns the shoreline says it’s Perley Pond, but the Delorme map says it’s Pickerel Pond. The names are no help, though, since the shorelines of both ponds are full of pickerel weed, as well as lilies.

Two ponds down the road, Lily Pond, which was so-called presumably because of its own lilies, is now a meadow. In any case, the pond lies off the Sebago Road next to the Perley’s Mill station of the old Bridgton and Saco River.

The sawdust pile for the mill is closer to the other pond, though, so there’s no telling which pond is which.

The first summer MacGregor swam, he managed only 15 miles, but found to his surprise that he had lost 25 pounds, which has stayed off ever since. Losing weight by exercise kicks the metabolism into high gear, and all off a sudden, his old favorites — pizza and hot dogs — weren’t nearly as tasty as fish, rice and broccoli.

“Swimming is a superb way to lose weight and stay fit,” said the 69-year-old, who is a member of the National Weight Registry “only thanks to Pickerel Pond.”

Every summer since then, MacGregor has also acquired an enviable sun tan on his face, arms and kneecaps, since he does a backstroke. But, despite the good results he’s enjoyed over the years, MacGregor claims that he’s never once seen anybody else swimming there, apart from a couple of beaver who had a lodge on the pond for a while.

CONGRATULATIONS! Kris Triglione (left) is congratulated by Monica LaVerdiere, current president of Western Maine Board of Realtors, for being honored as the 2011 Realtor of the Year.

Triglione: Top Realtor

Kris Triglione of Bridgton was honored as the Western Maine Board of Realtors 2011 Realtor of the Year at a recent meeting of the Western Maine Board of Realtors held at Migis Lodge in South Casco.

Kris has been a successful Realtor since 2000. She serves as a director on the Western Maine Board of Realtors and served as

Hidden histories of ‘vanes’ revealed

What’s in a surface?

The “Hidden Histories of Weathervanes and Painted Furniture Revealed” will be presented this Saturday.

Jennifer Mass, Ph.D., senior scientist at Winterthur Museum in Wilmington, Delaware, will be discussing surface histories of objects at 2 p.m. on Aug. 13, sponsored by the Rufus Porter Museum in Bridgton.

This lecture is in conjunction with an exhibition of 36 19th century weathervanes with original finish at the museum.

A debate can be endless about the surface of an object — is it original? Is there an extensive finish history? Has it been artificially altered? But, surface is what draws us to a piece of art, capturing our attention and imagination about its history. Recently, it has been found that the scientific analysis of weathervane surfaces is a rich source of information about these objects, revealing their history of manufacture, of use, and of conservation and restoration treatments. As weathervanes continue to hold great appeal for folk art collectors, BREAKING GROUND — Pictured are members of the Grace Christian Church Building interest is strong in determining Committee (from left to right): Dave Springer, Mike Hartney, Joe Barone, Pastor Phil Reynard, Jeanne LaBounty and Tim LaBounty. Committee member Don Conger was absent when the photo was taken.

president for the past two years.

Her positive attitude, pleasant demeanor, energy and leadership are well-known and appreciated by both the board of directors and her peers. She embraces new technology and loves to figure out the most efficient way to utilize it in her business.

Her greatest accomplishments are her marriage of 24 years

to her husband Tony and her two sons — Tony Jr., a recent graduate of Lake Region High School and Michael, who will be a junior at LRHS this year. Kris has worked diligently in fundraising for the Athletic Boosters Club at Lake Region.

Kris is well-known and wellliked. She is a fine example of the professionalism of a Realtor.

JENNIFER MASS, Ph.D, is pictured in her laboratory at Winterthur Museum in Wilmington, Delaware. She will discuss weathervane surfaces this Saturday, Aug. 13 at 2 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Bridgton. how to evaluate their age and will be discussed in this lecauthenticity by studying their ture, a preview for an article surfaces. The technologies used Dr. Mass has co-authored with to analyze paint samples on fur- Julie Lindberg appearing in the niture, and their applicability to August 2011 issue of Antiques weathervanes, will be revealed. and Fine Art. The successful Evidence of multiple finish application of these techniques histories, sometimes up to nine to the study of painted furniture finishes, have been found on finishes will also be presented.

The lecture will take place weathervanes, which were frequently changed from polychro- at the First Congregational my to gilding and back again. Church in Bridgton, located at These complex finish histories 33 South High Street. Call 647are responsible for creating the 2828 for more information, or wonderfully varied surfaces visit the website, rufusporterthat everyone finds so appeal- museum.org.

As part of an educational ing, and they can be used to understand the full history of lecture series grant from the Davis Family Foundation, Dr. a vane.

The tools and techniques Mass’ presentation is free to the of weathervane finish analysis public.

Church breaks ground on multi-purpose room addition

Grace Christian Church was packed Sunday, July 31 as members celebrated a major milestone.

A long-awaited, groundbreaking celebration for their new addition was held.

“We are adding on a multipurpose room to our building,” said Pastor Phil Reynard.

“God is blessing so much that we need the extra room just to keep up with Him.” During the morning service, the congregation gathered outside at the construction site to dedicate it to God’s work and to pray for His blessing and protection on the workers. The sun shone brightly as each member took a turn breaking ground with the golden shovel.

“Twenty-five years ago I stood in the doorway of this building and watched as the Grange Hall sign was removed and our church was started. Look at how we’ve been blessed!” said Faye Reynard, director of Christian Education and founding member.

Actual construction is scheduled to begin in the next two weeks. The church hopes to start using the new addition

by fall for things such as youth group meetings, Sunday school programs, and an occasional supper.

Fundraising events include: Pig Roast on Saturday, Sept. 3 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Bridgton Fire Station.

Hunters’ Supper on Saturday, Nov. 19.

Little Caesar Sale in November.

Turkey Supper on Feb. 11, 2012.

Sweat Heart Social on March 24, 2012.

Plant & Bake Sale on May 26, 2012.

Ice Cream Social on June 30, 2012.

Planning begins for next Festival When the Bridgton Community Center Funding Committee decided to sponsor the first Depot Street Festival, there were two goals in mind — first to provide a day filled with fun activities, food and entertainment for the people of the Bridgton area; second, to raise funds that would support the Bridgton Community Center.

The first year was fun; the second year was better. The third year, 2011, dramatic changes were made that put this event on the calendar. Carnival rides and games added excitement; the pig roast, as always, was delicious (and sold out); the vendors provided variety; and the music just topped everything off. Moving the event to the Stevens Brook Elementary School grounds blew the possibilities wide open.

What is in the future for the Depot Street Festival? The Festival Committee is meeting next week to finalize a date for July 2012.

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POTTERY & ART CENTER GRAND OPENING — Conni Whittaker will hold a grand opening for her new Fryeburg Pottery & Arts Center on Saturday, Aug. 20.

Ceramic studio grand opening

FRYEBURG — Conni Whittaker will hold a grand opening of her new ceramic studio, Fryeburg Pottery & Art Center, on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fryeburg Pottery is located at 913 Lovell Road (Route 5) at the “Thank you for visit-

ing Fryeburg” sign almost in Lovell (6.5 miles from Fryeburg Fairgrounds) at the location of the former Children’s Discovery Center.

Refreshments will be offered on Whittaker’s handmade pottery.

Student and members’

ceramic pieces, original photography, watercolors and other art will be on display and for sale.

Fryeburg Pottery, which opened in April, offers pottery lessons and studio space in hand-built, wheel-thrown, and CERAMIC, Page C

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Explore history LOVELL — Join the Greater Lovell Land Trust for three guided walks this week to explore the natural history of the land trust’s properties.

This Saturday, Aug. 13 at 1 p.m., docents will lead a gentle twohour walk at the Chip Stockford Reserve. This walk follows the GLLT Annual Meeting and provides an opportunity to stretch legs and get out on a nearby land trust property. An optional stop for ice cream at the end of the walk will complete the day.

Then, join the Land Trust on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. for a moderate walk to investigate black bear sign at the Bishop’s Cardinal Reserve on Horseshoe Pond Road in Lovell. One tree stands out from the rest at the Bishop’s Cardinal Reserve. Although it is not the biggest in the forest, the prominent claw marks on the smooth Beech’s bark attests to the importance of this tree in this black bear habitat.

Finally, an active walk on Thursday, Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. rounds out this walk-filled week. The Back Pond Reserve may be a bit further afield, but the drive to this corner of the Five Kezars Watershed is worth it for the gentle and scenic trails and the wild woods of this remote corner of the world. This walk focuses on the natural history of the season, with special attention to late summer wildflowers.

For more information on these and other GLLT programs visit the website at www.gllt.org or e-mail Bridie.McGreavy@maine.edu

Events calendar

The Bald Eagle: Our come-back bird, Friday, Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library.

Tree ‘ID’ hike

DANCE CAMPERS — Wanda Plummer’s 2nd annual dance camp in Casco — July group-All American Dancers — had a fun-filled week of dance, crafts, field trips and swimming.

Pictured (left to right) are: (back row) Maria LePage, Lexi Jines, Emily Rowe, Carleigh Vaughn, Dekota-Rose Durant, Valerie

LePage and Kelsey Gerry; (middle row) Shannon Hanson, Mya Grant, Madison Trombley and Rachel Horan; (front row) Sadie Jines, Abby Ladd, Brooke Gerry, Maya Gammon and Caira Norbert.

Partners in Harvest for Hunger

FRYEBURG — Six Mother Seton House (MSH) mothers recently attended six two-hour classes of “Cooking Matters to Maine.”

The program provided them with class and handson instruction about making healthy food choices and preparing nutritious fooads for

themselves and their babies.

Now, the MSH mothers are down on the farm and into the garden to partner with Veggie Volunteers at Sherman Farm in East Conway, N.H. and Harvest for Hunger at the UMaine Cooperative Extension Office garden site in South Paris. Both programs are coordinated by the Master Gardener Programs of the University of New Hamphire (UNH) and University of Maine (UMaine).

Harvest for Hunger has operated in Maine since 2000 and is a completely donor/volunteer program. Master gardeners, civic groups, farms and individuals grow, glean and/or donate fresh produce to soup kitchens, pantries, seniors, shelters and those with limited access to fresh food.

The goal for 2011 is 250,000 pounds. The organic garden in South Paris is cultivated under the direction of Extension Educator and Master Gardener Barbara Murphy.

In existence since 2002, the Veggie Volunteers Program (VVP) started in East Conway, when the Sherman family generously agreed to donate FRESHLY PICKED — (Left to right) Kayla Neenan and their nutritious surplus to food her son Jackson Rocco and Robyn Wilmot and her daugh- pantries, kitchens, senior center Keira McGlone admire the beauty and bounty of freshly ters and other groups servpicked Sherman Farm tomatoes.

ing a low-income audience.

The bi-weekly collection and distribution is coordinated by UNH Extension Service, while the team consists of master gardeners and other volunteers. Particularly dedicated to VVP, Master Gardener Ralph Lutjen also serves on the Budget and Capital Campaign Development Committees of MSH. Mother Seton House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization giving support to pregnant women, new mothers and infants in need. Fryeburg and nearby towns in both Maine and New Hampshire are served.

Donations are gratefully accepted by mail to Mother Seton House, Inc., P.O. Box 673, Fryeburg, ME 04037, by direct deposit to any Norway Saving Bank, or via Paypal at www.mothersetonhouse.com

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the Loon Echo Land Trust, will be offering a tree identification tour of Pondicherry Park in Bridgton on Friday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Ken Canfield, district forester with the Maine Forest Service, will lead the tour through the park.

Pondicherry Park includes 66 acres of woods, wildlife habitat, wetlands and streams. It is a unique public park in the center of Bridgton, Maine.

For more information about the park, visit their website at www.pondicherrypark.org This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is requested. Please call the UMaine Extension office in Cumberland County at 800-287-1471 (in Maine) or 781-6099 before Monday, Aug. 15.

This tour is an organized outing of the Maine Tree Club, an educational outreach program established by UMaine Extension, the Maine Forest Service and Viles Arboretum. The club is designed to teach people, young and old, how to identify 50 trees of Maine over a two-year period; to teach participants how to best care for trees on their property and in their community; and to help people to better understand the importance of trees to Maine, their ecosystems and their economy.

Award to SAD 61

When it comes to serving “healthy” foods, SAD 61 is amongst the nation’s best.

Four SAD 61 schools have joined an exclusive national list of schools recognized by the USDA’s HealthierUS School Challenge. The schools include: Lakes Region Middle School, Sebago Elementary School, Songo Locks Elementary School and Stevens Brook Elementary School.

Led by SAD 61 Director of Transportation, Maintenance and Food Service, Andy Madura, the schools have earned the recognition

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BRIDGTON – Beautiful views of Mt. Washington and Shawnee Peak from this incredible 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Contemporary with oversized 2car garage. Features include: Brazilian Tiger wood floors, Hickory cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances, large deck with hot tub, central air. $284,900 MLS #1010802

PITCHING IN FOR PETS — Joan McBurnie, executive director of Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, is pictured with Dan Macdonald, owner of Macdonald Motors in Bridgton, which collected pet food as part of a recent drive held at the automobile dealership. “Macdonald Motors wishes to thank all our customers for their support and donations in our recent Christmas in July for Harvest Hills Animal Shelter,” Dan Macdonald said.

CASCO – 3-bedroom, 2-bath mobile in excellent shape, situated in a very private setting with large back deck, on ±2.92 acres, setting back from the road. Separate building used for storage/workshop area. Access to major snowmobile trails from backyard, and enjoy the firepit as well! $99,900. MLS #1014130

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BRIDGTON – To-be-built colonial with 2-car attached garage in neighborhood of similar homes, with enough acreage that you feel privacy, yet close to town and amenities. $239,900. MLS #1009049

WATERFORD – Cute 2-bedroom ranch on ±4.0 acres in neighborhood of similar homes, with 2 ROWs to McWain Pond. Detached 2-car garage built in 2000. Newer metal roof in 2009. $139,900. MLS #1010766

NAPLES – 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial with 4 levels of finished living area. 3.46 acres on a cul-desac at the top of a subdivision, seasonal views of Mt. Washington, Long Lake. Large kitchen/breakfast area with tile floor, granite-top island. Many beautiful features (mud room, office, bonus room) in this 3,000+ sq. ft. home! $339,000. MLS #1010237

BRIDGTON – Privacy and New House to be built! 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 28'x44' split with 2car garage under, on ±3.68-acre lot with lots of road frontage to protect privacy. $161,400.

MLS #1010066

NAPLES – Well-cared-for Farmhouse with large attached barn, surrounded by fields on both sides of home and woods in the back. Roof, FHW/oil furnace. Septic system replaced within past 8–15 years. Additional acreage available. * Taxes based on home with 51 acres. $219,900.

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College notes Jessica Kimball of Bridgton and Sandra Benoit of Sweden recently were awarded degrees from Kaplan University. Jessica and Sandra were awarded bachelor’s degrees in Psychology. Kaplan University’s summer 2011 class included more than 7,200 graduates who earned associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, all online.

More than 1,000 of them traveled from around the country to attend the ceremony, meeting face-to-face for the first time. Others watched from home via a live webcast. Since 2001, Kaplan University has graduated nearly 40,000 students who have used their education to advance professionally and meet personal goals.

Cassidy Schwarz of Fryeburg has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, N.H. To be eligible for this honor, a student must compile an academic grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49. Cassidy is majoring in business administration.

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JUST KUDOS! — Lake Region Middle School Summer Band Camp performed a wide variety of music styles in front of an

appreciative audience last Thursday at the middle school.

(Photo by Jon Evans)

To The Editor: I would like to thank Mr. Greenstone and Mr. Forbes for all their efforts on behalf of a special group of musicians during this summer’s Lake Region Middle School Summer Band Camp.

This is a free camp with bus transportation available. The group has grown considerably over the last three years and their end of camp concert is just

great. Audience members were treated to jazz, rock and popular selections. The band members enjoy this opportunity and their hard work and pride shows. At a time when too many kids are allowed to spend their summer staring at mindless Facebook postings, I am thrilled for my

child who has benefited from what performing can provide.

These kids have a goal: they work hard to achieve it and the character, confidence and selfesteem they gain will help them in life.

Mr. Greenstone and Mr. Forbes, thank you for offer-

ing LRMS Band Camp. Mr. Madura, thank you for doing everything possible to help make it happen. To the many performers, thank you and don’t let anyone hold you back from reaching for the stars!

Jon Evans Bridgton

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10 months of work together, the school nutrition directors submitted their individual applications to the USDA program.

“This recognition really validates all of the hard work the school nutrition directors have done in Maine to meet the nutritional needs of kids in school today. It has been much easier working together as a group to solve common problems than for each of us to go it alone,” said Madura.

“Maine’s approach to the award was unique and incredibly effective,” said Kessler. “Each school director brought important ideas to the table to address common challenges such as how to serve a healthy lunch on a budget of about $1 per student to spend on food.

Another challenge is that many schools do not have full kitchens; the food is prepared off-site and delivered. These folks shared lowcost, easy to prepare recipes that kids will eat; everybody gained

through the process.”

Kessler will attend the White House reception as a guest of the Portland school nutrition director.

Karen Voci, executive director of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation added, “Our research and experience indicate that having a committed, hands-on, creative nutrition director can make all the difference in a child’s daily nutrition intake as students eat about a third of their daily calories at school. If we can reduce obesity in this generation we can potentially avoid the increase of related chronic disease such as diabetes and heart disease.”

Maine was recently noted as one of 16 states that got fatter in the last year in this summer’s “F is for Fat” annual report issued by the Trust for America and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Maine is also the fattest state is New England with an adult obesity rate of 26.5 percent.

Writer: Applauds LRMS band camp

Phone: Fax: Outside ME: 100 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009

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Harrison – RANCHO GRANDE. Exceptional custom-crafted, openconcept home with 3-car, two-story garage situated on 2.3-acre double lot for privacy & protection. Quality & attention to detail are evident from the fully-appointed kitchen, to hardwood flooring, to the radiant heat. A Must See! $299,922.

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Denmark – One-of-a-kind retreat!

Private, 2.5 acres on Moose Pond with lovely Montana Log home. 150’ of sandy frontage on Moose Pond.

Canoe launch, floating dock & boat dock all included. Full, finished basement, master loft. Ski, sled, boat, swim, ride, hike & fishÖit’s vacationland here! $688,000.

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Baldwin – Nicely maintained mobile with 360 sf living room addition, all on a slab & block foundation. 3 BRs, 1.5 BAs & laundry; nice, level 1.5-acre lot. Within last 5 yrs. improvements: New kitchen, bath, windows, furnace, roof shingles & patio $110,000.

Bridgton – Bridgton’s finest new neighborhood. Super energy efficient contemporary. Low maintenance exterior. Lakes, skiing, hiking & 4 season recreation out your doorstep. A green, eco-friendly home built with highest quality & care. $294,000.

Denmark – Attention snowmobilers!

Very affordable bank-owned 3-BR farmhouse in great location with nice views of mountains & the pond across the street. Major trails nearby.

Gas fireplace. $84,900.

Harrison – Great Long Lake waterfront cottage with sandy beach for swimming & dock for boating.

Spacious 2-story chalet offers open living/dining/kitchen area with slider to lakefront deck, new bath & master on 1st floor plus 3 bedrooms up.

Good rental history! $439,900.

Bridgton – A truly unique property with a rich history as an inn, retirement home & multi-family complex.

Owner’s quarters encompass 3000 sf with 6 BRs, each with private BA! 3 apartments occupy the barn/ell & lower level. Good rental history. Apartments not currently rented. $365,000.

Harrison – Upper level has spacious & sunny 1 or 2-BR home with 1 BA. Open plan living/dining/kitchen with large deck. Lower level has 2-car garage & workshop plus covered carport sited on well-landscaped 1.07 acres, close to village & public beach. Great investment/ rental history. $117,900.

Bridgton – Sweet farmhouse in magnificent setting with westerly views to Pleasant Mountain and Mount Washington. Lovely open, sunny lot in a premier neighborhood. Large eat in kitchen with windows to view. Farm shed. Great price! $209,000.

Bridgton – Long Lake waterfront amenities at an unbelievable price!

This 3-BR/2-BA year-round home is only steps away from public landing where you can enjoy swimming, boating & kayaking. Lovely lake views, 2 decks, 2-car garage & close to town amenities. $199,000.

Harrison – Unique business opportunity. 3-BR home with 2 garages.

Both have cement pads, insulated & heated. Largest garage has 12 ft. door for semi or heavy equipment, quickconnect air hose, plumbed for half BA. Great for automotive, truck or heavy equipment repair business. $175,000.

Nutrition award to SAD 61

held by less than 2% of schools across the country. Madura has been invited, along with four other winning school nutrition directors representing 14 additional schools in Maine, to a White House reception hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on a date to be announced.

The Maine effort has been spearheaded through a grant from the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation with additional funding from the Wal-Mart Foundation and facilitated by the nonprofit Let’s Go! a program of the Kids Co-Op at the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical Center.

Let’s Go! Program manager, Heidi Kessler, proposed that to improve nutrition in school cafeterias more quickly, the school nutrition directors could meet together, share ideas, recipes and solutions to common problems. Following

Bridgton – Unique home with 3 rooms on the main level that can be used for either business or home.

Cute, spacious 1-BR/1-BA apartment upstairs with open concept. $112,000.

Harrison – Crystal Lake, waterfront- Bridgton, Reduced – Intown retail access home on lovely wooded lot building in excellent location for road with 4 BRs/2.5 BAs. This handsome traffic. Close to traffic light & next Post & Beam is made with 2x6 con- door to Norway Savings Bank. Parkstruction, and is only a short walk to ing & loading dock. 1.5-story buildall town amenities. 2-car garage, ing with lots of opportunity. Many woodstove. Amenities include 150 ft. possibilities: 3 rooms upstairs could Harrison – 2 lots located between shared waterfront with dock & ROW be made into living quarters or used for storage. $127,000.

Harrison & Norway, the first lot is to water. $299,000.

2± acres with potential views.

Second abutting lot is 1.5 acres. Both lots $19,900. With possible owner financing. May be purchased together for $34,900.

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Harrison – Breathtaking views of Mount Washington on this large 5.79-acre homesite in beautiful Ridgeview Estates. $79,900.

Bridgton – 3.9 acres situated in rural setting, yet close to town, skiing and area lakes. Nice, level lot. $39,900.

Bridgton – Only 4 building lots are left at Bridgton Highlands Country Club. Great opportunity to live only steps away from 1st tee in one of Bridgton’s premier neighborhoods. Leach field is in, electric at street. Sizes range from .8 acres @ $55,000 each to 1.25 acres @ $79,000.

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Locals appear at Beach to Beacon from 12 countries, 43 states and more than 200 Maine cities and town who finished the winding, picturesque 6.2-mile course on a sunny, warm and humid morning on the Maine coast. Thousands of spectators lined the course and filled bleachers at the finish to cheer the runners.

Kogo (27:48), who won bronze at 10,000m in the 2008

Be WorkReady (Continued from Page C) Tuesday, Aug. 23 at 9 a.m.

The Microsoft Office class schedule is Aug. 23-24 and Aug. 30-31 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Additional lab hours are available immediately following each class.

The WorkReady class schedule: A convenient eight-class, twoday-a-week schedule is Mondays and Fridays, beginning Sept. 9 and ending Oct. 3. Classes are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a half-hour lunch.

Both classes are free!

Who can apply? Anyone age 55 and older; regardless of where you live you can register and attend classes.

What will you do? Develop cover letters, resumes and interview skills; develop time management skills; communicate and problem-solve effectively with others; evaluate your skills, experience and workplace preferences; develop a plan for employment or further training and education; network with businesses; and learn to use current computer software.

Prerequisites include attending the Aug. 23 meeting, as well as successfully complete a reading and math assessment and be committed to complete the entire program and attend all classes.

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More WorkReady training programs will be scheduled throughout the year. Please check the website for updates.

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Beijing Olympics, pushed the pace at the outset in recordsetting fashion, pulled away at Mile 4 and then hung on as the heat took a toll, preserving the course record of 27:28. Lucas Rotich (27:56) of Kenya took second while Kenyan Ed Muge (27:59), the 2008 and 2009 TD Bank Beach to Beacon champion, finished strong to take third.

Patrick Smyth, 25, of Salt Lake City, was the first American at 28:39, good enough for ninth place.

Several Lake Region area residents also took part inn the Beach to Beacon. They included:

78. Silas Eastman, Chatham, N.H., 35:50 84. Tim Even, Stoneham, 34:56 307. Christopher Roy, Naples, 40:41 377. Bill Reilly, Brownfield, 41:35 408. Scott Gordan, Raymond, 42:03 615. Glen Roy, Naples, 44:12 811. Pamela Clay-Storm, Fryeburg, 45:40 917. Tom Meader, Raymond, 46:28 932. Tim Jacques, Naples, 46:33 999. Corey Matheson, Raymond, 47:05 1164. Douglas Kerr, Raymond, 48:10 1167. Peter Brooks, Raymond, 48:10 1227. Michael Linville, Naples, 48:34 1261. Courtney Kemp, Casco, 48:45 1694. Thomas O’Donnell, Naples, 50:53 1934. Dennis Duquette, Raymond, 52:05 1961. Sara Rollins, Waterford, 52:12 2022. Timothy O’Toole, Naples, 52:31 2045. Tracy Burk, Denmark, 52:41 2064. Timothy Jacques, Naples, 52:45 2095. Michael Tillery, Naples, 52:55 2097. Brian Jahna, Naples, 52:55 2182. Lucy Algeo, Raymond, 53:22 2203. Debbie Doucette, S. Casco, 53:31 2239. Paula Berry, Raymond, 53:43 2342. Brandon Milton, Raymond, 54:08 2389. Kim Matheson, Raymond, 54:20 2545. Steven Barker, South Casco, 55:04 2668. Eric Fernald, Casco, 55:40 2712. Jeffrey Messer, Raymond, 55:52 2818. Chris Farley, Raymond, 56:25 3152. Paul Tracy, Raymond, 58:00 3439. Benjamin Roy, Naples, 59:12 3450. Jen Meserve, Bridgton, 59:15 3663. Maureen Harriman, Sebago, 1:00.10 3723. Jessica Cardosi, Naples, 1:00.26 3775. Linda Christensen, Sebago, 1:00.39 3946. Rachel Fickett, Naples, 1:01.30

4065. Patrick McGowan, Naples, 1:02.14 4073. Kathleen Campbell, Raymond, 1:02.16 4131. Hattie Ridel, Raymond, 1:02.41 4174. Susan Prince, Fryeburg, 1:02.55 4255. Bill Wood, Harrison, 1:03.25 4496. Anita Day, Fryeburg, 1:05.13 4596. Nick Scarlett, Bridgton, 1:05.58 4655. Chase Rand, Raymond, 1:06.31 4718. Diane Jacques, Naples, 1:06.55 4751. Amy Siebert, Naples, 1:07.08 4780. Mike King, Bridgton, 1:07.19 4989. Bob Payne, Raymond, 1:09.34 5022. Eileen Edwards, Naples, 1:09.57 5185. Troy Roma, Raymond, 1:11.52 5199. Charles Kronenthal, Raymond, 1:12.05 5265. Ashley Holland, West Baldwin, 1:13.09 5333. Azure Proctor, Casco, 1:14.13 5362. Lou Calvo, Raymond, 1:14.49 5470. Jillian Fernald, Casco, 1:17.18 5488. Colleen Farley, Raymond, 1:17.56 5573. Mary Macdonald, Bridgton, 1:20.55 5597. Jennifer Gillespie, Raymond, 1:21.57 5708. Suzi Bakula Deschenes, Naples, 1:27.12 5774. Jennifer Wold, North Bridgton, 1:32.48 5802. Debbie Boulanger, West Baldwin, 1:36.49 There were 5,872 finishers and four wheelchair racers.

Bocce

HARRISON — In Week 11 of the Harrison Bocce League, Fillebrown rolled past Caswell House 4-1, Mentus dumped Long Lake 4-2, Scott and Henry’s Concrete were deadlocked at 3-3, and Aces nipped Worster Marine 4-2.

North Division: Worster 3018, Aces 28-21, Caswell 25-21, Long Lake 21-28.

South Division: Fillebrown 30-21, Henry’s 21-27, Scott 1929, Mentus 18-29.

This Monday’s schedule: Fillebrown vs. Mentus and Worster vs. Henry’s at 6 p.m.; Scott vs. Caswell and Long Lake vs. Aces at 7:30 p.m.

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Newly built, 3 BRs, 2 BAs with deeded, sandy-beach access & boat slip on Kimball Lake. Stunning ledge stone gas fireplace, Ash wood floors, master bedroom suite, screen porch, tandem under garage parking, large workshop & shed. Fryeburg Academy School District! $155,000.

Breathtaking rare panoramic views of Mt. Washington. Upscale association, well landscaped. 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, 2-car garage, granite, jenn-air appliances. Home is being sold with additional lot that has a detached 1-car garage with guest quarters above, making this a total pkg. of 10.05 acres! $699,000.

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CAPE ELIZABETH — Kenyan Micah Kogo used his Olympic track speed to wear down a talented men’s field and Aheza Kiros of Ethiopia cruised to victory on the women’s side in the 14th edition of the TD Bank Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race on Saturday in Cape Elizabeth.

The winners were among the record-setting 5,876 runners

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BRIDGTON – Stately Victorian farmhouse. 2.1 acres. So many updates - new replacement windows, deck with screened porch & outdoor bar, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, master suite/jet tub bathroom, barn w/new addition. $285,000.

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BRIDGTON – Lovely addition to the living area provides a very nice space. First floor bedroom and full bath, laundry area on 1st floor. Two spacious bedrooms upstairs. Deck in the back overlooks quiet woods. $134,900.

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Fun & games

August 11, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page C

Casco Rec programs

This week’s puzzle Theme: The 1970s

ACROSS 1. Trig. function 6. Tide’s backward flow 9. *”The ____ of Dracula,” Marvel Comics 13. Greek bazaar 14. Romanian money 15. Old photograph color 16. 4 x 4 race 17. Stock regulator 18. Twisted, as in clothes 19. *_______ suit 21. *Famous abductee 23. Id’s partner 24. *Sonny & Cher, e.g.

25. Rubber substitute 28. Insurance type 30. A winged babe 35. Type of rich soil 37. *Sitcom “____ Times” 39. Jagged 40. Republic of Ireland 41. White heron 43. Adjoin 44. “_____ came the spider...”

46. Wet nurse 47. Assigned spot 48. Modest or shy 50. Grad 52. *Rocky actor 53. Give off 55. Often precedes name of month or year 57. Besmear 60. *Popular transmitter 64. He traveled with Clark 65. Electric swimmer 67. Lack of muscular tension

CASCO — Casco Recreation is offering the following programs: Field Hockey. Have you ever thought about playing field hockey? Here’s your chance. This fall, SAD 61 Grades 3 to 6 can join Coach Pauline Webb to learn the fundamentals, skills and knowledge needed to play the game. Practices will be held at Lake Region Middle School (days and times to be announced). Some Saturday scrimmages will be scheduled. Cost is $25.

Paint in the Park. Learn how to paint with nature surrounding you. Join Donna Kantor in the Village Park on Tuesday morning starting Aug. 30 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Cost is $35 for five weeks.

Participants must pre-register.

Yoga Class. Thursday’s 8:30 to 9:30 (new session starting Sept. 8 through Oct. 27 at the Casco Community Center.

Instructor: Deb Goldstein. Cost: eight-week session $7 per class or drop-ins $10 per class. Debbie has over 10 years of certified teaching experience. Many poses can be modified to your unique abilities or needs. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat if you have one.

First Aid/CPR/AED. American Heart Association class for first aid, CPR and AED certification for adult, infant and child will be held at the Casco Community Center from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Bobby Silcott. Cost: $55. Participants must preregister.

Pie Night with Music in the Park! Join Casco Recreation in the Casco Day Park on Sunday, Aug. 21 for a great afternoon of fun! Bring family and friends to sit back and enjoy some great music, a delicious piece of pie, and face painting for the kids.

The only cost will be for the pie, which will help support Casco Recreation. The festivities will start at 4 p.m. For more or to help, call Rec Director Beth Latsey at 627-4187 or e-mail recreation@ cascomaine.org

68. Martin or Carell, e.g.

69. Park ___ in NYC 70. Hollow rock 71. Instead of truth?

72. Feline sound 73. Mistake DOWN 1. Jung or Linnaeus, e.g.

2. S-shaped molding 3. More than one solo 4. Remove from existence 5. Iroquoian language 6. Besides 7. Spelling contest 8. Medicinal herb 9. Territory, abbr.

10. Musical piece 11. Money maker 12. Paper or plastic?

15. Swaddle 20. Red in France 22. European union 24. Submissive one 25. Declare, as in court 26. Bridal veil fabric 27. Ricochet 29. *Popular party garb 31. Geological time periods 32. Spa covers 33. “Business as _____” 34. *A first lady 36. Carte du jour 38. “No big ____” 42. Famously opposable 45. *Musical film hit 49. Flightless bird

Youth football sign-up 51. Desert trick 54. Girder with “I” cross section 56. One who dates 57. 2nd letter of Greek alphabet 58. Pitcher 59. Dumpy establishment 60. Ball of yarn 61. Don’t let it hit you on your way out

62. ____-European language 63. ____ and terminer 64. Psychedelic drug 66. The day before

Game Solutions on Page 7C

Table tennis mania

Table tennis at the Bridgton Town Hall is enjoying a strong run this summer, Bill Preis reports.

“We had 29 people, mostly vacationers, show up to play (this past week). They came from Texas, Indiana, Connecticut and Massachusetts. We had all seven tables set up,” Preis said. “It is interesting to note that the marquee out front of the town hall shows the town vote on the school budget next Tuesday. So, all of those vacationers in attendance must have read it in the Bridgton News or the Chamber’s website. It is a real pleasure to see so many people getting some exercise and having such a good time.”

Several “regular” players give some instruction to those that want it, Preis added, and several of the families came back for more instruction after getting a lesson last year.

“It’s amazing how fast a player can improve their game,” he said.

Table tennis is on Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. during the summer. The town hall is located on North High Street.

Naples Recreation is offering youth tackle football for children in grades 4 through 6, who reside in or attend SAD 61.

The season will start on the first day of school. The deadline for registering is on Thursday, Sept. 8 at 4 p.m. The cost of the program is $20 for Naples residents and $35 for non-Naples residents. Check only. There is a $15 late fee for registrations received after Friday, Aug. 19 at 4 p.m. Registration forms can be picked up at the Bridgton, Casco, Naples and Sebago Town Offices or download a form off the Town of Naples website, www. townofnaples.org The league also has equipment that can be rented for the season.

The cost is a $25 deposit (separate check), which is refunded when the equipment is returned. Scholarships are also available to those who are eligible.

No registrations will be accepted after the Sept. 8 deadline. For more information, please contact Naples Rec Director Harvey Price Jr. at 693-6364.

‘Backyard’ soccer

WINDHAM — Windham’s 5th annual Backyard 4v4 Friendly Challenge will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20.

The soccer tournament was moved from June to August this year to give coaches the opportunity to use the 4v4 format to fine tune their teams as they prepare for the 2011 soccer season. This tournament is unique because teams from across the state compete in a wide range of age brackets.

The Challenge offers the opportunity for anyone, any age in Maine to play in the soccer tournament. This includes youth recreation and travel teams, youth premier teams, high school teams, adult teams and family teams.

Team rosters are restricted to four to six players. This ensures all players are given plenty of opportunity on the field. The tournament fee is $10 per player instead of a team fee so coaches are able to create as many teams as they need to make it work with their roster size without worrying about running up costs. The cost for an 18-player team is the same whether you field three 6-player teams or three 4-player teams and a 6-player team, or anything in between.

Registration forms, tournament rules and other information can be found at: www.windhamyouthsoccer.com/4v4.htmls

Deer lottery

The deadline is fast approaching for online applications for the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife’s Any-Deer (Antlerless) Permit Lottery.

Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. this Monday, Aug. 15. It is free to apply for the any-deer permit lottery. The drawing will DEER, Page C

Bridgton — In-law apartment – This immaculate, sunny home, built in 2006, includes 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, office, granite floors, large center island, hardwood floors in the open space kitchen/living/dining area, corner gas fireplace, heated 2-car garage, wired for generator, large fenced yard. $240,000.

FOR SALE

Sebago — Close to public beach and boat launch. Three-bedroom, two-bath home with open concept living/dining area with cathedral ceiling and exposed beams. Private lot and large outbuilding with electricity for office, studio or storage. $149,900.

Similar to be built

Casco — Locate your business on busy Route 302 — Great exposure. Brand new office with two-car garage or three-car garage. Heated, well and septic. $154,000.

Put my many years of experience and education to work for you whether you’re a buyer or a seller.

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Feed wildlife in your own yard! $285,000.

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Regional sports

Page C, The Bridgton News, August 11, 2011

High schools kick off fall season with Parents’ Nights Monday is the official start of the high school fall sports season.

But before Fryeburg Academy and Lake Region athletes start pre-season workouts, there is one matter to tend to: Parents’ Night.

Both schools will hold the informational sessions tonight, Thursday, Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.

Fryeburg’s will be held in the Wadsworth Arena, while Lake Region will hold the session in the auditorium.

Athletes are also reminded that to participate in workouts next week, they should be sure that they have had a physical

exam within the past two years.

Here’s the opening schedule for Fryeburg Academy: Field Hockey: All athletes should report to the Fryeburg Recreation Fields at 8 a.m. for practice; players should plan to stay and help at the Youth Camp until noon. Please bring sneakers and plenty of water. The evening practice will from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Rec Fields. The first scrimmage will be at the Academy Field on Friday at 3 p.m. versus Kennett. Contact Coach Frost at 935-3344 or sfrosty@roadrunner.com Boys’ Soccer: All athletes should report to the gym from 7

to 9 a.m. with cleats and sneakers. The evening practice will be at the game field from 6 to 7:30 each evening. The first scrimmage is on Friday, at 3 p.m. at Kennett H.S. Contact Coach Hodgman-Burns at 935-4914 or bhodgman-burns@fryeburgacademy.org Girls’ Soccer: All athletes should report to the game field from 7 to 9 a.m. and then to the practice field from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The first scrimmage is Saturday, Aug. 20 at Noble. Contact Coach MacGillivray at 935-1225 or terrymacgillivray@gmail.com Football: Practices will be from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and then

from 5 to 7 p.m. All athletes meet at the gym for each practice. The first scrimmage will be on Monday, Aug. 22 with Old Orchard Beach, site will be dependent on the track progress.

Contact Coach Turner at 4621241.

Golf: All athletes will meet at Lake Kezar Country Club in Lovell at 3 p.m. each day. Contact Coach Dutton at 239-0363 or ckdutton@roadrunner.com Cheering: All athletes are to report to the Wadsworth Arena from 8:30 to 10 a.m. each day.

Contact Coach Tetreault at 603986-9530 or Mrs.tate@ymail. com

Cross Country: All athletes need to meet at the gym at 7 a.m. prepared to run. Contact Coach Reilly at 935-3927 or reilly@ fairpoint.net Mountain Biking: Practices

will begin on Sept. 8, the first day of school. Please bring your bikes and you must have a helmet to ride. Contact Coach Connell at 446-8559 or coreybconnell@ gmail.com

Blood drive; After Hours

The Bridgton Rotary Club will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, Aug. 11, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Masonic Hall on Route 117 in Bridgton. All donors will be entered to win two Red Sox tickets.

The Rotary Club will also participate in the next Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce’s After Hours gathering on Thursday, Aug. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Beech Hill Farm & Bison Ranch in Waterford.

Any-deer permit application deadline (Continued from Page C) be held on Sept. 9.

To apply, go to www.mefishwildlife.com and select “Any Deer Permit” on the top of the home page.

The deadline for paper applications has past.

This year the Department is issuing 26,390 Any-Deer Permits. It is Bucks Only in all other Wildlife Management Districts. The permit allocation is: 18,378 for residents; 6,599 for landowners; 1,181 for non-residents; and 232 for Superpack holders. (Superpack and landowners must meet certain requirements. See the Department’s website for more information.)

Bethel free concerts

BETHEL — The Mahoosuc Arts Council is sponsoring a free summer concert series this month. Every Sunday in August, a free concert will be held at 4 p.m. at the Bethel Common.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket!

Upcoming concerts include: Aug. 14, Jewel Clark and Donnie Katlin Aug. 21, Blue Willow Band Aug. 28, Guitarist Bill Docos.

Rain location is Bingham Auditorium, located at 45 Church Street in Bethel.

The 12 wildlife management districts where any-deer (antlerless) deer may be hunted this year, with a permit, are 13, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 and 29.

Deer hunting season (fire-

arms) begins with Youth Deer Hunting Day on Oct. 22. Youth may take a buck statewide or an antlerless deer only in the wildlife management districts where any-deer permits will be issued this fall.

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Bridgton – Classic 3-bedroom Saltbox with a shared Long Lake frontage of docks and a boat slip. Sunny deck, nice grounds. $239,239.

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Casco – Estate Quality 14.5-acre parcel with 2400’ of water frontage on The Heath with access to Thompson Lake.

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Harrison – Custom-built Ranch with walkout unfinished basement. Wood and tile floors, 1-car garage. Good privacy on ±3.52 acres. $225,000.

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Harrison – Lovely Ranch on sprawling 6.2 acres. Attached 2-car garage with possible additional living space above.

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Sebago – Development potential on this ±41acre lot. Borders Hill Brook. Divide or keep as private estate. Broker-owned. $59,900. Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane, 838-5555. (1016402)

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Regional sports

August 11, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page C

Bethel triathlon Sat.-Sun.

BETHEL — The 20th Annual Maine State Triathlon and Fourth Annual Maine State Kids’ Triathlon will be held this weekend in Bethel!

Registration is still open for the longest-running triathlon in western Maine, scheduled for this Sunday, Aug. 14 at 9 a.m. – and the relatively new companion to it, the Fourth Annual Maine State Kids’ Triathlon, scheduled for 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13.

Kids, ages 8-14, are welcomed to sign up by 2 p.m. for this fun, untimed event, with both the start and finish at Angevine Park on North Road, Bethel.

Expected are dozens of participants for the 200 yard swim, 3 mile bike, and 1 mile run.

A $25 entry fee (less for families with three or more children entering,) guarantees an event t-shirt and finish medal.

Entries are welcome for the Maine State Triathlon up until Saturday, at the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce office or by calling 207-824-2282. No day-of-race registration.

Adults will be gathering as the day dawns on race day at the race site, across from the

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Bethel Inn Lakehouse facility on Songo Pond, Route 5 south of Bethel.

Race fee of $79 for individuals and $125 for teams guarantees an event tee shirt to the first 200 competitors.

A sprint triathlon, the distances are a 1K swim in Songo Pond, 24K bike and a 5.8K run.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each of 10 age groups, as well as Novice (first time triathletes), Athena (women 150plus pounds), and Clydesdale (men 200-plus pounds.), as well as teams and Aquabike (swim and bike only.)

The 2010 event attracted competitors from 10 states – as far away as Arizona!

For more information or to register, call the chamber office at 207-824-2282. Find details, course map, registration options at www.bethelmaine.com. Online registration is available at www.active.com or previous website.

Volunteers are also still being sought for this exciting event. A bright volunteer t-shirt will be issued to all who help with the event. The event is being sponsored by Oxford Networks, Coca-Cola of Northern New

England, Allied Engineering, New Balance, Mt. Abram Resort, Sunday River Resort, and in memory of Denny Bunn.

Vintage racers at Beech Ridge

SCARBOROUGH — The Maine Vintage Race Car Association will hold its Annual Summerfest this Sunday, Aug. 14 at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway (Holmes Road) in Scarborough.

The Maine Vintage Race Car Association’s mission is to keep the history of stock car racing in the State of Maine alive.

This is a gathering of restored vintage stock cars from around the State of Maine and New England. Car enthusiasts join for a day of camaraderie to share stories of past experiences and talk of restoration projects. Many exhibits including the MVRCA Mobile Museum, will showcase the history of auto racing in the State of Maine. The public is encouraged to join in.

Schedule for the Day 8 to 10 a.m. Vintage stock cars arrive at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway’s Pit gate to be inspected.

10 a.m. The public arrives.

Suggested donation $5.

Driver’s Meeting which includes safety rules and information, for all on-track stock car drivers.

Recognition of The Maine Motor Sports Hall of Fame members who are present.

Photo opportunity and autographs available from drivers and/or Hall of Fame members.

Presentation of Special Awards.

Track Time with special classes – Class A stock cars, Class B stock cars.

Vintage stock car rides offered to the public.

Summerfest concludes at 4 p.m.

CLUBS, CHATTER AND CHOW — The Bridgton Ladies Golf League joined the Naples Ladies at Naples Golf & Country Club on July 27 for a nine-hole scramble. This was the second year for the exchange and it was enjoyed by all 40 players. The first place winners were Patti DeWolfe, Shelia Hacker, Linda Burnham and Vivian Howard. The second place winners (pictured above) were Yvonne Gluck, Ginny Grondin, Lori Edgerly and Janet Montgomery. Closest to the pin was won by Carrie Colby.

Chips from the fairways

Bridgton Highlands In Ladies’ Day play last Wednesday, the tournament was “Trouble,” in which a player received a point for each trouble spot where her ball landed (such as in a hazard, sand trap or out of bounds).

Martha Eaton, Yvonne Gluck and Linda Munger tied for the fewest trouble spots, each with one point.

Sharing the pot for the most trouble spots hit were Mary Ellen Taggart and Ginny Grondin.

Lake Kezar Country Club In Social League play Tuesday, the team of Jim DuBeau, Allan Emery, Bill Boyd and Ron Essmann captured first place with a score of 196.

Second place with a score of 199 went to Dick Day, Bob Gallagher, Jan Maczuba and Ron Essmann.

Closest to the pin were Paul Lusky on Hole 5 at 3-feet, 7-inches and Bob Adams on Hole 16 at 15-feet, 6.5-inches.

Greenie: Dick Trapani.

Super Skin: Paul Lusky, Bill Wapenski, Leon Shackley and Art Falk.

Jimmy Fund Golf The Second Annual Province Lake Golf Jimmy Fund Classic will be held Friday, Aug. 19,

at Province Lake Golf Club in Parsonsfield. Participants will have the unique experience of teeing off in both Maine and New Hampshire while on the same course. This tournament is part of the Jimmy Fund Golf Program.

Registration is $100 per golfer at 9 a.m., and the shotgun start time is 10:30 a.m.

For more information, visit www.provincelakegolf.com or call 866-521-4653.

Putt for Pets raises $5,500 The Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire-North’s second annual Putt for Pets Golf Day raised $5,500 for the animals.

Fifty golfers gathered at the Indian Mound Golf Course on Sunday, July 31 to take part in the 2nd Annual Putt for Pets golf event. Beautiful, sunny

weather greeted participants and everyone had a wonderful time.

“We are already planning next year’s event,” said event organizer and ARLNH-North board member Tom Dean.

“We met our goal for year two and are very appreciative of all the support we received from the community for this fun event.”

All proceeds raised will go to help the animals in the Conway shelter’s care.

The top team prize gross went to Jim Cormier, Rex Fowler, Tom Dean and John Carey. Top golfer in the individual gross category was Sal Martignetti.

The shelter wishes to thank Jonathan Rivers and the staff at Indian Mound for all of their help and support.

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Fryeburg ceramic studio

(Continued from Page C) slip cast pottery to adults and school-age children, beginners through more experienced potters.

Studio space and memberships are available by the month or year for potters not needing lessons, but who lack a studio.

New classes start at the beginning of every month, but are open-ended for entry at any time.

Whittaker says Fryeburg Pottery offers bisqued (ready to glaze) pottery and specific pieces can be slip cast to order from her extensive collection of ceramic molds. “Fryeburg Pottery is the perfect space to pursue a creative hobby while satisfying any gift-giving needs with a heart-felt and handcrafted piece specially made for the recipient,” she said.

The spacious, air-conditioned studio is equipped with two electric pottery wheels, a kick wheel, slab roller and three electric kilns. The kitchen space with a countertop bar is available so that hungry potters have a space to prepare a meal or snack to nourish that creative spark as they work.

Fryeburg Pottery is open Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Thursday through PHOTO CONTEST WINNER — Mary Devlin of Harrison, winner of the amateur category in Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Opinion & Comment

August 11, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

Viewpoints U.S. debt

THIS TRANQUIL SCENE ON MENOTOMY ROAD IN FRYEBURG — depicts what many people love about the Lake Region and Saco River Valley — a rural lifestyle surrounded by unmatched beauty.

(Ackley Photo)

by Jean Preis News Columnist

to Fryeburg Harbor, where the Old Course of the Saco River winds through a beautiful broad valley. Dark clouds hung low over the western mountains, threatening rain, as we cruised the quiet roads and scanned the fields for the bird. At this time of year, the fields are filled with corn, or potatoes, or are bright green carpets of new sod, separated by areas of

tall vegetation. There are many places a bird, even a very large bird, could hide, so we were relieved to encounter another birder who signaled for us to follow his little red car. He led us to an overgrown field where he had seen the bird a few days earlier, but the bird was nowhere to be seen. My friend and I continued to drive and look, until a black pick-up truck pulled up alongside our car and I recognized another

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A few years ago, a woman in Denmark (our local Denmark, not the country) phoned to tell me she had seen a bird about the size of a great blue heron, except it was all white. She had seen a great egret, a close relative of the great blue heron, who sometimes wanders north after the breeding season to visit our coastal marshes. Once in a while, a few come inland to visit our secluded wetlands.

Last week, I heard about another large bird who is visiting our area, and this one was even more unexpected than the egret, so a friend and I went to look for it. We drove west

birding acquaintance, a local farmer. He had seen the bird an hour earlier, and with his help we finally found it walking along the edge of a sod field.

The bird was very tall and stately, with long legs, and a long graceful neck held straight up. It was as large as a great blue heron, or a great egret, but it was not a heron or an egret, it was a sandhill crane.

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It began on Tuesday when a watered down debt program was passed by a Congress that was behaving more like a group of unsupervised three-year-olds than the guardians of our republic. The foreign holders of the national debt were not comforted by the willingness of our politicians to take the nation to the brink of default.

Following that demonstration of irresponsible self interest one critic, Russian Prime Minister Putin, remarked that the United States was “living like parasites” off the global economy. While most Americans tend to ignore anything Russian, the remarks had the ring of truth in them.

Then on Wednesday, China’s Dagong Global cut U.S. debt to A from A+ saying the debt deal had not changed the general trend in which the increase in debt outpaced the increase in GDP and tax revenue.

Most observers were inclined not to worry about Russian or Chinese opinion until Standard and Poors late Friday downgraded the United States to AA+ from AAA. The stock and commodities’ markets were already beginning to factor in a return to recession, but the move set off a huge decline crushing many retirement portfolios. The negativity was supercharged by the leveraged reverse ETF’s and high frequency traders who could tell the direction of the market ahead of the little guy.

Most households realize you can’t borrow half your spending or keep mounting on layers of debt forever into the future.

However, in the la la land of Washington, our Congressmen and Senators don’t believe that the realities that apply to families or other countries apply to the United States.

Unfortunately, there still seems to be no desire in either party to face reality head on. Liberals think the problem is not enough government spending, middle of the road politicians are outnumbered or quitting and the conservative Tea Party members think that cutting spending and moving to the gold standard is the answer.

What needs to be faced is that Social Security, Medicare, military and government pension benefits all need to be cut or have the age limits raised. Serious cuts need to be made in the defense budget. For instance, are the guided missile frigates built by Bath Iron Works of any use except as a jobs program?

Unrealistically, on the tax side the Republican Tea Party members want tax cuts. Democrats want tax increases, but only on the “rich.” If one does the math, what is needed is tax increases on the middle class as well as the “rich” if a real reduction in the deficit is to be made.

We do not have a choice as to whether or not to face up to our debts. As Ireland, Greece, Italy and Spain have shown, eventually the “market” will decide not to fund debt any longer. If a reduction to AA+ is embarrassing, imagine what a bailout by the International Monetary Fund would feel like.— SS

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Page D, The Bridgton News, August 11, 2011

Letters Numbers

To The Editor: Numbers are amazing.

They are amazing because, when sufficiently inverted, diverted, perverted, reverted, converted and any other –erted you can think of, you can pretty much use them to prove your point no matter what that point is.

Take for example the per student costs quoted by Mr. (Richard) Merritt in last week’s Letter to the Editor. He used official state data to clear up “misconceptions” about SAD 61 (Lake Region) spending relative to other districts. As per the state, SAD 61 spent $11,597 per pupil, which is higher than neighboring districts. This came right off the state’s Department of Education website; therefore, it must be true that Lake Region spent over a thousand dollars more per student than SAD 72 (Fryeburg area, $10,332 per student). This obviously indicates some sort of inefficiency in Lake Region spending.

Or does it? Let’s see how we can manipulate these numbers using the Fryeburg district as the comparison district (this is a mathematical sleight of hand often used because the example chosen is always the one that best proves the point that’s trying to be made). Lake Region had a total expenditure of $4,336,260 for special education compared to $2,240,742 for Fryeburg (these numbers are from the same source Mr. Merritt used). The numbers of special education students in the districts were 287 and 142, respectively, for 2008, which was the most recent data available from the state. Let’s assume (another mathematical ruse) that the special ed numbers accurately reflect the current year. Then Lake Region spent $15,109 per special education student compared to $15,780 for Fryeburg. This appears to show that Lake Region performs better, relatively speaking, in the special ed department.

But these amounts were apportioned across all students when calculating the numbers quoted by Mr. Merritt. It seems

unfair to spread this money across students who don’t use these services. Similarly, Lake Region has a Career/Tech Ed cost of almost a million dollars for the Vocational Center, while Fryeburg has no such facility.

This is another item that appears to be unfairly spread across all Lake Region students. If we exclude these two budget categories when figuring out the per student costs, Lake Region paid $8,824 per student while Fryeburg pays $8,522. Not such a big difference anymore.

Going one step further, I think the facilities maintenance costs should be excluded from the calculation also. Although I’m not familiar with the size of buildings and grounds, both districts have three elementary schools, a middle school and a high school, but Lake Region also has the Vocational Center.

Since Lake Region has more students, I suppose the facilities are larger, hence there is higher expenditure in Lake Region than in Fryeburg. But facilities maintenance is not a direct student service, so perhaps this budget item should be excluded when calculating student expenditures. In that case, Lake Region comes in at $7,116 and Fryeburg at $7,398 per student.

All of a sudden Lake Region School District doesn’t look so bad, does it?

As I said before, examples are usually chosen to prove a point. So let’s be fair and try another school district (SAD 15, Gray/New Gloucester), which has about the same number of students as Lake Region.

SAD 15 spent almost $3,000 less per student according to the state. Using my method, it spent $6,108 per student, still less than Lake Region but now the difference is only about a thousand dollars. So, if per student costs are some measure of cost-effectiveness then Lake Region is not doing as well as Gray/New Gloucester, but the difference may not be as dire as the state data indicate.

I am not implying that SAD 61 can’t be improved or that the current proposed budget (not voted on at the time of this writing) is bare bones with no wiggle room for additional cuts — I certainly have insufficient information with which to make that kind of determi-

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Opinions nation. Nor am I claiming that my results are correct, only that they are another way of showing expenditures. The lesson to be learned here is to not act on blindly accepted figures, even when (or, perhaps, especially when) obtained from an official source.

Numbers are amazing, aren’t they?

Henry Thode, Ph.D. Bridgton and New York

Supermarket

To The Editor: The hometown community of Naples is one of the main reasons we all love living here.

If Mr. Craffey has his way, a huge conglomerate supermarket will change the face of Naples forever. Shame on you, Mr. Craffey. Would you appreciate another marina moving in across from you?

Tony’s Foodland has been named “Grocer of the Year,” a huge distinction, right in our hometown. Dave Allenson is constantly giving back to our beloved community.

Mr. Craffey, if you are concerned with boaters being able to take their boats to the grocery store, why not build a dock and walkway to Tony’s Foodland so we can support the wonderful efforts of our local merchant?

There is no need for more stores, especially when it will hurt the people who help us the most. Think about what you will lose! Progress is not always defined by newer and bigger.

Please, Naples Selectmen, take a stand for what is right. Our community will lose one of its most valuable assets.

Russ and Chris Ventura Naples

Anywhere, USA

To The Editor: Since moving back to the Lake Region full time, I hear from neighbors and friends about the impending doom of a McDonald’s and Wal-Mart. If our area must evolve into the sort of Anywhere, USA described in Eric Schlosser’s book, Fast Food Nation, couldn’t we do it with a Starbucks and a Target instead? There are already three McDonald’s and three Wal-

Marts within driving distance.

Wendy Coffey-Slattery Sweden

Sydney’s

To The Editor: My husband and I went to Sydney’s (in Naples) for our 6lst wedding anniversary dinner. We were met by a gracious hostess, sung to by the waiters and waitresses as they served us a lighted cake, given a complimentary glass of champagne and were hugged by the hostess as we left. We just want to say what a special and memorable evening that was for us and to thank them so much. Thank you again. Twin yokes.

Al and Claire Currie Denmark

Media diversity

To The Editor: With so much media attention given to the 2012 budget, all other concerns have taken a back seat on the bus.

There is a new silent cancer growing to shut down talk radio and “Fox News.” Yet another freedom is being attacked.

Freedom of speech via the airwaves.

For years now, the liberals and Democrats have tried to shut down talk radio. They have failed, so far. Now, they are launching new attacks against our freedom of speech.

President Obama and a far left radical named Mark Lloyd head of the FCC are spearheading to shut down talk radio and “Fox News” by using the FCC regulations.

Lloyd met with Venezuela dictator Hugo Chavez to see how he shut down any media outlet that opposed him. What he did was to seize control of the media. He did this by throwing out the owners and took control and, or threw them in jail — never to be heard from again. Lloyd thought that was a great idea.

Lloyd, in his book written in 2006 called Prologue to a Farce: Communication and Democracy in America, had this to say, “The purpose of free speech is warped to protect global corporations and block LETTERS, Page D

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Aug. 12 — Animal Stories, 2 p.m., library.

Aug. 12, 19 — BRAG Dodgeball, 7 p.m., Town Hall.

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Aug. 13 — $1 a bag book sale, homebaked goods for sale, 10 a.m. to noon, No. Bridgton Library. FMI: 647-8563.

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Aug. 13 — Two talks at library by humanitarian Reza Jalali, 1 p.m. children’s book reading from Jalali’s Moon Watchers, 2 p.m. talk on Jalali’s book The New Mainers: Portraits of our Immigrant Neighbors.

Aug. 13 — Talk on analyzing the surfaces of weathervanes by Jennifer Mass, 2 p.m., First Congregational Church, 33 So. High St. FMI: 6478261.

Aug. 13, 20 — Adult Indoor Soccer, 6 to 8 p.m., Town Hall.

Aug. 14 — Mindful Meditation Hike up Southwest Ridge Trail of Pleasant Mountain, meet 8:45 a.m. at Denmark Road trailhead, 3 miles from Rte. 160 opposite FL 78.

Aug. 14 — Church service, 9:30 a.m., Community Center.

Aug. 14, 21 — Sunset drum circle and hooping gathering 6 p.m., Highland Lake Beach.

FMI: 583-2911.

Aug. 14 — Evening church service, 6 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 14, 21 — Adult Basketball, 6 to 9 p.m., Town Hall. FMI: 408-2299.

Aug. 15 — Story Time, 10 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

Aug. 15 — Campfire CALENDAR, Page D

Calendar Please note: Deadline for all calendar submissions is Tuesday at noon.

BRIDGTON Aug. 11 — Bridgton Rotary Club, Marah Converse/ Egyptian rebellion, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

Aug. 11 — Good Neighbors, 10 a.m., Community Center.

Aug. 11, 18 — Somr Fables with Broadway actor, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., library.

Aug. 11-12 — Bridgton Historical Society Museum open, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 Gibbs Ave. Aug. 11, 12 — Free Kids Katering summer lunch for kids, noon, Community Center.

FMI: 647-3116.

Aug. 11 — The Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Community Center.

Aug. 11-13 — Rufus Porter weathervane exhibit, noon to 4 p.m., museum, No. High St. Aug. 11 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 to 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, Rte. 117. FMI: 1-800-482-0743.

Aug. 11, 18 — Pinochle, 1 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 11, 18 — Knitter’s Day, 2 p.m., No. Bridgton Library. FMI: 647-8563.

Aug. 11 — Music Lessons/ Chris Bannon, 3 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 11, 18 — Continuing Tai Chi, 3:30 p.m., Town Hall.

Aug. 11, 18 — Table Tennis, 5 to 8 p.m., Town Hall.

Aug. 11, 18 — Bingo, doors open 5:30 p.m., early birds 6:30 p.m., regular play 7 p.m., St. Joseph Church, No. High St. FMI: 693-4513.

Aug. 12, 15, 17, 19 — Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., set practices, library courty+ard, weather permitting.

Aug. 12, 15, 17, 19 — Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 to 10 a.m., Town Hall. FMI: 647-2402.

Aug. 12 — Annual Lobster Roll Sale by Lakeside Garden Club, order by Aug. 5, pick up 10 a.m. to noon, Congregational Church, 33 High St. To order: Merry Vigneau, 647-2813.

Aug. 12 — Good Neighbors, 10 a.m., Community Center.

Opinions

State Representative District #99

Election law faces people’s veto

By Ralph Sarty State Representative It looks as if Maine voters will face another people’s veto referendum, perhaps as soon as November. This time, it deals with voter registration.

The coalition backing the campaign wants to repeal a provision of a new Maine law that ends Election Day registration. Under the new statute, voters must register at least two business days beforehand.

The people’s veto organizers say they have enough signatures to get on the ballot — about 57,000 — and they have begun the process of getting them certified by municipal clerks and then the Secretary of State.

Forty-three states prohibit voters from registering on Election Day, so Maine’s new system puts us in step with the vast majority of the country.

Many states, in fact, cut off voter registration weeks before an election. With Maine’s twoday deadline, it still has one of the most “progressive” systems.

So who are the people working to repeal this new

law? It turns out that they are organizations sometimes called “the professional left.”

They include the Maine People’s Alliance and the Maine Civil Liberties Union, operating under an umbrella group called Protect Maine Votes. The group’s spokesman is David Farmer, formerly a press aide to Governor Baldacci. Commenting on the signature-gathering drive, he said, “Many, many people that we’ve talked to see this as a fundamental issue to protect their voting rights.”

Based on Farmer’s remark, quoted in the Lewiston Sun Journal, one might think that the Legislature flat out repealed the right to vote.

Instead, the bill that is now law, LD 1376, simply moves the registration deadline back to 5 p.m. on the Thursday before a Tuesday election. The objective was to give some breathing room to town and city clerks who are increasingly overwhelmed by a major shift in voter behavior.

Maine’s voting system has not been updated in decades, but voting patterns have

By Stan Cohen Medicare Volunteer Counselor A skilled nursing facility (SNF) is one that provides posthospital extended care services, at a lower level of care than provided in a hospital. A skilled nursing facility can be part of a nursing home or hospital. In order for Medicare to cover a skilled nursing facility stay, there are several requirements.

One of these is that the patient needs skilled nursing care seven days a week or skilled therapy services at least five days a week. The care must be received at a skilled nursing facility that is Medicare-certified in order for Medicare to cover it. Also, a doctor must verify that skilled care is needed and orders this service.

People only qualify to get Medicare-covered SNF care if they have had three consecutive inpatient hospital days in the 30 days prior to admission in a Medicare-certified SNF. Even if someone is in the hospital for three days, but are considered an outpatient for part of the

time, these days do not count toward their qualifying hospital stay.

When people meet all requirements, Part A of original Medicare pays the full cost of their first 20 days of care in a SNF each benefit period. In 2011, the daily co-pay after the first 20 days is $141.50 in a benefit period for original Medicare. Most Medicare supplement plans cover the SNF co-pay. A benefit period begins the day you start getting inpatient care and ends when you’ve been out of the hospital or skilled nursing facility for 60 days in a row. Medicare does not pay for care in a skilled nursing facility if a person only needs personal or custodial care (like bathing or dressing).

Stan Cohen, a Medicare Volunteer Counselor is available for free, one-on-one consultations at Bridgton Hospital on Tuesdays from 8:30 to 11 a.m. No appointment is necessary. Alternatively, call the Southern Maine Agency on Aging (800-427-7411) and ask for a Medicare Advocate.

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Public Notice

TOWN OF WATERFORD

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF FRYEBURG THE TRANSFER STATION WILL BE CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2011, DUE TO INSTALLATION OF COMPACTOR.

Elm Vale Cemetery Bid

The Town of Waterford is seeking bids to repair the base of the 125year-old archway located on the westerly side of Elm Vale Cemetery on Sweden Road. Bids must be submitted by 5 p.m., Sept. 2. A detailed plan of the restoration specifications is available at the Town Office.

Selectmen reserve the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Pulpit Rock Cemetery Bid The Town of Waterford is seeking bids to survey a second row of burial lots at Pulpit Rock Cemetery. The survey must match the first row: All four corners of each lot shall be marked with a 1/2" x 24" rebar with a 2" aluminum cap. Each quadrant of the cap shall be stamped with the adjoining row and lot number. Bids must be submitted by 5 p.m., Sept.

2. Selectmen reserve the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Send or drop off bids at the Waterford Town Office, 366 Valley Road, Waterford, ME 04088.

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LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE PURSUANT TO 14 M.R.S.A. §6323 By virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated April 22, 2011 and entered in the Maine District Court, District Six, Division of Sagadahoc at West Bath, Civil Action, Docket No. WESDC-RE-10-124, in an action brought

by CUSO MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, against ELAINE M. NEWCOMB and DAVID W. NEWCOMB, JR., Defendants, and ATLANTIC REGIONAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Party in Interest, for the foreclosure of a Mortgage Deed dated March 14, 2005 and recorded in the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds in Book 22456, Page 116, the statutory ninety (90) day redemption period having elapsed without redemption, notice is hereby given that there will be sold at public sale at the Cumberland County Credit Union, 101 Gray Road, Falmouth, Maine, on August 31, 2011 at 1:30 P.M., all and singular the premises described in said mortgage deed and being situate at 62 Weymouth Street, Brunswick, Maine.

chase price is to be paid within thirty (30) days following the sale. Failure to pay the balance due within thirty (30) days following the sale shall be deemed a forfeiture of the successful bidder’s deposit. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale.

The above property is being sold “as is” and will be conveyed by Release Deed without any warranty as to the condition, size or location of the property or the state of title to the property.

The property will be sold subject to utility easements and rights-of-way of record and utility easements and rights-of-way that are visible on the face of the earth. The property will be sold subject to real estate taxes assessed by and due and payable to the Town of Brunswick.

Information regarding the terms and conditions of the sale of this property may be The property shall be sold to the highest bid- obtained by contacting the offices of Broderick der at the sale. The sum of Five Thousand & Broderick, P.A. at (207) 794-6557.

Dollars ($5,000.00) will be required to be paid in cash or by certified check payable to Dated: July 25, 2011 CUSO Mortgage Corporation at the time /s/ Richard H. Broderick, Jr., Esq. and place of sale. The balance of the pur- Attorney for Plaintiff 3T30

Mountains or coast? Maine has both and that’s what my wife and I discussed when deciding to move here 34 years ago. We decided on mountains and settled in Lovell — a little town north of Fryeburg near the border with Conway, N.H. Last week, we rented a small cabin on Rangeley Lake, also in the mountains, a couple of hours north of Lovell. Relatively undeveloped and surrounded by wilderness, it was like going back in time.

The weather reminded me of Ireland. The sun would be out, then it would cloud up and rain. Then, the sun would come out again. Then, it would rain again, and so forth. It wasn’t good for kayaking, but did make for some beautiful sunsets.

So few people live around Rangeley that most of the land isn’t organized into towns.

Even recent maps show very few roads either and the existing ones are gravel. Most of those are closed off — and not just with a steel cable, but with substantial metal gates. Timber companies or groups of hunters and fishermen own big chunks of land up there and it looks like they maintain many of the roads.

The earliest known evidence of human activity in Maine was found 30 years ago on the nearby shores of what had been the Magalloway River and is now Lake Aziscohos.

People were hunting caribou there more than 13,000 years ago when it was nothing but treeless tundra. Artifacts from a dig on what’s known as the Vail site are on display in the Maine State Museum in Augusta. The site is under water now, but having read about it, I’d looked over maps of the region and tried to check other places likely to show evidence of early activity by Paleo-Americans or later Indian tribes, usually at the confluence of lakes and rivers of which there are many in those parts. Often, I can walk along a shoreline and recognize flakes of various kinds of chert and quartz left over from tool-making (knapping) millennia ago. My searches were frustrated, however, by those ubiquitous gates. My wife was patient, reading a book on the passenger side, as I drove around.

Looking for a place to rent, I was surprised to see that rates for many establishments are more expensive during winter than summer. Heat would

The Town of Casco is seeking interested individuals who would like to serve on the following town committees: • Animal Control Committee • Conservation Committee • Energy Committee • Finance Committee • Government Overview Committee • Parks Advisory Committee • Veterans Committee Anyone interested in serving on a committee should contact the Casco Town Office at 627-4515 or e-mail Town Manager David Morton at manager@cascomaine.org 2T31 LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Title 14 § 6203-A 3 bank check or other funds satisfactory to the mortgagee, to be paid at time of sale, and the balance to be paid on delivery of deed on or before thirty (30) days from date of sale, otherwise deposit shall be deemed liquidated damages. The Mortgagee reserves the right to bid at the sale; to convey to the next highest bidder upon default of the successful bidder to complete the sale; to reject any and all bids; and to announce further terms at the time of sale. The successful bidder will be required to execute a memorandum of sale. The mortgagee will convey the property to the purchaser by a quitclaim deed without covenant.

By virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage Deed given by WP MANAGEMENT, LLC to BLUESTONE CAPITAL, LLC dated JULY 30, 2008 and recorded in the CUMBERLAND County Registry of Deeds, Book 26245, Page 23, of which Mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, PURSUANT TO AND IN EXECUTION OF SAID POWERS for breach of conditions of said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the Other terms to be announced at the sale. same there will be sold at PUBLIC AUCTION all and singular the premises AS CONVEYED

BY SAID MORTGAGE DEED TO WHICH REFERENCE MAY BE HAD FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION THEREOF. THE SALE WILL TAKE PLACE ON August 23, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon, said place of sale being located on the premises known as 117 Woods Pond Drive, Bridgton, Maine 04009.

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be a factor and Saddleback Ski Mountain is nearby, but it’s mostly snowmobiling that draws the people. It’s big up there. I believe I’d have access to more places on a snowmobile, but I wouldn’t be able to recognize evidence of ancient tool making on ground covered by snow.

Mike Gramly, the archaeologist who supervised the Vail site excavations at Aziscohos Lake, was speaking to the Rangeley Historical Society last Friday.

I had a chance to pick his brain for almost two hours. That was the highlight of the trip for me. Again, my wife patiently read a book on the porch of the museum while we talked.

Weather reminded me of Ireland. The sun would shine; it would cloud over and rain; the sun would come out, then it clouded over and rained

again — all within a couple of hours. That pattern continued for days with a hailstorm thrown in. One afternoon, however, permitted a sidewalk art show with some impressive work by Maine photographers, painters and other craftspeople.

Watercolors by local Rangeley artist Pamela Ellis struck me most and I purchased some of her prints — rare for someone cheap as I am.

Topographically, Maine is as big and varied as the other five New England states put together and it’s going to take a while to explore it. With my teaching career behind me, I’ll have time this fall to continue discovering more of the northeastern half of New England.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired U.S. History teacher.

He can be reached at tommclaughlin@fairpoint.net

(Continued from Page D) dresses in the late 1800s. I had seen these cranes in other parts of the country in winter, when they are a lovely gray color, so I was surprised to see that this bird was entirely reddish brown, except for gray on the upper part of the neck.

Later, at home, I checked several reference books. From The Audubon Society Master Guide to Birding, Vol. 1, I learned that their plumage becomes stained in spring when the adult birds preen their feathers with mud containing iron, which then oxidizes and blends with the feather pigments. At the end of summer when the feathers molt, the new feathers are gray.

We watched as the tall crane walked slowly, reaching its long neck down to the ground to search for food. According to the Birder’s Handbook, they are opportunistic feeders, eating everything from aquatic invertebrates, insects, worms, small mammals, young birds and eggs, to seeds, grass shoots, grains, berries, lichen, and aquatic plants. There would be plenty of food in this valley for a crane.

Sandhill cranes have summered in Maine for many years.

James Rosier, who explored the Georges Islands of Knox County from May 19 to June 16, 1605, recorded their presence, but did not present convincing evidence that they nested there.

By the time Ralph S. Palmer included Rosier’s report in his 1949 book, Maine Birds, it was believed the cranes had been extirpated from Maine.

In more recent years, sandhill cranes have been seen in Maine, but are considered rare.

This summer an adult and a juvenile have been observed in the Belgrade area, evidence of successful nesting.

The sandhill crane in Fryeburg Harbor has been seen in fields along Harbor Road and McNeil Road, so it’s worth taking a careful look there.

Any large bird flying overhead is worth a second look, too. If the bird is dark, or all white, and flies with its long neck looped back, it might be a great blue heron or a great egret, but if it flies with the long neck extended straight out, it just might be a sandhill crane.

Jean Preis is a resident of Bridgton, and has led birdwatching hikes throughout the Lake Region area.

Big birds

TOWN OF CASCO

TOWN OF CASCO

117 Woods Pond Drive Bridgton, Maine 04009 Mortgage in Book 26245, Page 23 at Cumberland County Registry of Deeds

by Tom McLaughlin

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

Front Row Seat

Additional information regarding the sale may be obtained by contacting the auctioneer: James R. St. Jean, 45 Exeter Road, Epping, NH 03042 (603) 734-4348.

Date:

s/ Bluestone Capital, LLC, by its Attorneys, Buchanan, Maynard & Parodi, PLLC Alexander S. Buchanan, Esquire 40 East Pearl Street Nashua, N.H. 03060 (603) 881-5800 Terms of Sale: $10,000.00: cash, certified or 3T30

Casco Assessor Public Question & Answer Session regarding Revaluation Wed., Aug. 17, 2011 at 7 P.M. Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road, Casco

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PUBLIC NOTICE

LOVELL MAINE TOWN BEACHES Lovell, Maine’s town beaches, on Kezar Lake at the Narrows in West Lovell, and Farrington’s Beach on Pleasant Point Road in Center Lovell, are for residents, land owners, and accompanied guests only.

All others will be turned away.

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TOWN OF SEBAGO Notice of Public Hearings The Town of Sebago Zoning Board of Appeals will hold the following public hearings on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 6:30 p.m., at the Sebago Town Office.

1. REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE Nature of Variance: Building not within set backs from front right-of-way.

As requested by: Scott Lavoie (Contractor) & Scott Kelley (Property Owner). Property located on Sebago Tax Map 4, Lot 3-16 (8 Valley Lane).

2. REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE Nature of Variance: Request for lot size variance and reduction in set back requirements.

As requested by: Douglas Kelley (Property Owner). Property located on Sebago Tax Map 19, Lot 30 (7 Limington Ave.).

3. REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL Nature of Complaint: An error was made in the issuance of a permit (by the Code Enforcement Officer).

As requested by: Gary & Ramona Sleeper and Holly & Richard Roy. Property located on Sebago Tax Map 33, Lot 33 (809 Anderson Rd.).

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by Ralph W. Sarty, Jr.

Mountains or coast

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changed dramatically. In 2000, for instance, 10 percent of Bangor voters cast absentee ballots. In 2010, the percentage spiked to 60 percent, with many arriving in the last few days. That same year, some 60,000 voters registered on Election Day. During the public hearing on LD 1376, an official with the Maine Town and City Clerks’ Association said that the last-minute surge “literally leaves us no time to set up our polling places properly and prepare our voting lists the day before an election.” She added, “When a person registers to vote before Election Day, the voter registrar has ample time to solve any registration problems beforehand and better serve the voter.”

Maine’s new law seeks to reduce the stress on the system before it breaks down. It seems reasonable to give clerks two more days to prepare for an election when they are facing such huge challenges.

Few other states encounter these problems. Most of them cut off registration weeks prior to an election to give local clerks time to update voting lists, handle the absentee ballots and perform the multiple other tasks essential to running a smooth election.

In Massachusetts, for example, the cutoff comes 20 days previous to when residents go to the polls. In New York, the deadline is a month in advance. Numerous states have 30-day cutoffs, including Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Hawaii and the District of Columbia, just to name a few.

The deadline is 29 days before an election in Arizona and Colorado, 28 days in Illinois and 21 days in New Jersey, Maryland and Oregon. Even liberal California ends registration two weeks ahead of time.

By comparison, Maine’s two-day cutoff hardly seems to threaten “voting rights,” as coalition spokesman Farmer says. Keep in mind, this new law has no impact if you are already registered to vote at your current address. Those Maine residents not yet registered will still have 247 other business days each year to register to vote. They can even register at any social service or welfare agency affiliated with the Department of Health and Human Services or at any Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch when they renew their driver’s licenses.

What’s more, any eligible Maine voter can register via VETO, Page 10D

August 11, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

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For more information call 595-5209.

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EXCAVATING – Have hoe, will travel. Site work, foundations dug, back filling, septic systems, sand, loam, gravel. Call Brad Chute, 653-4377 or 627-4560. tf44

$5 FOR TATTERED – U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x 5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339. tf46

WORK WANTED

EMPLOYED LEAD CARPENTER — looking to supplement income with 1-3 projects through Fall ‘11, Spring ‘12. Projects that require creativity and an artistic eye, my specialty. Please call for rates, references, and examples.

207-577-1940.

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The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed, or published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

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Great salary and benefits package.

Partnership potential will be available in the next 24-36 months to the right candidate. Please send resume to Gamwell, Caputo, Siek & Co., CPA’s, Attn: T. Scott Gamwell, CPA, 41 Washington Street, Suite 41, Conway, NH 03818.

2t32 PART TIME POSITION — Delivery driver and other duties, please apply in person to Superior Paint, 316 Portland Road after 11 a.m.

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FIRE­ARMS – Sup­plies. Buy, sell, trade. Wan­ted, firearms, ammunition & mili­tary items. Swe­den Trad­ing Post. 207-647-8163. tf43

FIREWOOD — Green, $190 cut, split & delivered. Dry, $230 cut, split & delivered. Softwood, $140 cord, GOT’CHA COVERED PAINTING cut, split & delivered. Call Wendell — Interior, exterior, power-washing, Scribner at 583-4202.

10t23x deck staining. Superior service at affordable rates. Fully insured. Free es- SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL — timates. Call Kevin 693-3684. 6t31x Logger and heat with carbon neutral wood or wood pellets. Purchase a LAWN & FIELD MOWING — Central Boiler outdoor wood furnace York raking, road & driveway repair, on sale, EPA qualified to 97% efficient. tree work. Call Wendell Scribner at 603-447-2282.

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10t23x HILLTOP FIREWOOD — EXPERIENCED NANNY — 24- Seasoned, $220 cord delivered. Call year-old available Saturday through for details, 890-9300. tf20 Tuesday, comfortable with babies and active children. References available. PINE TV CABINET — 32” wide $10 per hour, negotiable. Can start x 4’ high, $300; Aquaterra Acadia beginning of September. Call 504-258- kayak, 12’, $350; love seat, sleeper, 0757.

10t28x good for camp, $65; women’s bike, small or medium build, paid $350, SEMI-RETIRED — contractor look- asking $100. Call Kate, 693-3980, ing for electrical and plumbing work. Naples.

4t30x Please call 647-8026. tf25 PARK MODEL CAMPER — 10’ DAY CARE x 30’ with 10’ x 30’ addition, fully furnished, 2-bedrooms, knotty ABC ACADEMY NURSERY — pine with enclosed porch, full size School has openings for the upcom- refrigerator and stove, flush toilet ing school year. Pre-school class & shower, 2 TVs, microwave, AC, (3-year-olds), is on Tuesdays and all included. Great deal, $15,000 Thursdays; Pre-K class (4-year- firm. See at Sebago Crooked River olds), is on Mondays, Wednesdays Campground, Lot #10, call 603-558and Fridays. Your child will have 0830 anytime.

2t32 tons of fun while developing basic fundamentals and working on 1989 MONTE CARLO BOAT — academics that will be beneficial 19 feet with trailer, 165 HP inboard when starting kindergarten. In- $1,300 or B/O. Can be seen at New sured, licensed and CPR certified. England Boat & Recreation. More Excellent references. 19th year in information, call 647-8022 or 6472t31x business! FMI call Sandy @ 647- 3030.

3040 or 807-0122, Bridgton. 4 t30 FREE SNOWBLOWER — Sears CATERPILLAR CLUBHOUSE Snapper, runs well; also new white — Childcare located in intown pedestal sink, still in boxes, $25; Bridgton offers a clean, safe and electric baseboard heaters, 8’ - $20; 5’ educational environment for all (2) - $10; half-round window, 3’ x 18”, ages. Unbeatable rates and de- $25, new; large eyebrow window, 70” pendable childcare. Meals and x 20”, $1,200 new, $400; Kronotex snacks included. I have over 180 laminate flooring, 23 sq. ft. per box, hours of early childhood develop- 3 boxes, maple, $5 each; large roll ment trainings, an associate’s de- insulation, free. Call 452-2456. 2t32x gree in education, and a level 3 on the Maine roads to quality rating scale. For more information and to set up an appointment call 5955209.

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ALUMINUM 12’ ROWBOAT — $200. Johnson Seahorse 5½ HP outboard motor, model CD10 with 4-gallon gas tank and hose line, best offer. Flex-force workout training system. New - never assembled.

Complete with manuals. Best offer.

Call 647-8966. tf31

BRIDGTON — 4-bedroom, 2-¾ baths and 1-½ bath, spiral staircase, great yard, many great features.

BRIDGTON: Three 2-bedroom apartments, great space (different areas of Bridgton). All rents need application and security deposit and first month rent when approved.

Call Ralph at Lake Country Property 16-FOOT, 3-PERSON CANOE — Rentals (207) 647-8093. Have clients with trailer $375. Flatbed trailer with for renting, need owners for homes or Job box $275. Call 781-361-1368. apartments. 3, 2 and 1-bedroom units

tf28 needed. tf30 PLEASE CONSIDER – donating LAKE SEBAGO — (Sebago Lake your leftover garage sale items and Estates) 3-bedroom, 2-bath home your attic, basement and closet on 2.1 acres with deeded dock for overflow to Harvest Hills Animal lease. Background and credit check.

Shelter. For more information, call Oversized garage, loft, basement, and 935-4358 ext. 21. Thank you. tf28 enclosed back porch. You pay utilities, ROWING SHELL — 21’ Alden maintain yard, and snow removal, Star plus Alden carbon oars. Great $1,500 month. Call 518-227-9977.

2t32x condition. Located on Highland Lake, Bridgton. Will help transport DENMARK — 3-bedroom, 2nd locally. $2,000 or BO. Call 207-803- floor apartment. Heat/hot water/trash/ 2129.

2t32 plowing included. Peaceful country SCREENED LOAM — Please call setting with water view, walk to Ron between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at town beach. Town park is across the 647-5173.

24t16x street. Rent is subsidized by Avesta Housing. Former tenant paid only WANTED TO BUY $236/month. Sorry, no dogs allowed.

Small security deposit required. Call FIREARMS, MILITARY ITEMS for more information. 508-947-3796.

— and ammunition, Swe­den Trad­ing 4t31x Post. 207-647-8163.

tf43 HARRISON — All inclusive. $650 first plus deposit. No pets.

VEHI­CLES FOR SALE month, Available July 1. Call 583-9965, leave 5t30x 2004 RAM 1500 REG CAB — 4 message.

WD auto 5.7 liter Hemi bright red WATERFORD — Nice 1-bedroom 176,007 miles, 8-foot box. New tires, apartment, easy to heat w/Rinnae Sirius music, never plowed, great propane heater, lots of storage, condition. Try it out and if you like separate entrance, private yard. $500 it the price is $3,500. 207-650-1111 month + utilities. Security deposit located in Harrison.

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2t32 JESUS IS LORD – new and used 939-8951. auto parts. National locator. Most NAPLES — Attractive one-bedroom parts 2 days. Good used cars. Ovide’s apartment, second floor, all utilities Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, included. Non-smokers. $725 per 207-647-5477.

tf30 month. Call 310-8664.

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BRIDGTON – 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments. $550-$675 mo. plus references and security. JPD Properties, 310-0693. tf2 COMMERCIAL SPACE — for lease, 1,000-2,000 sq. ft. with Rte. 302 frontage. Call for details, 6474465. tf46

BRIDGTON — Furnished 1bedroom apartment. Heat & utilities included. $200 per week plus security deposit. Call 647-3565. tf38

COMMERCIAL BUILDING — South High Street location available.

New, attractive 1,600 square foot space. Energy efficient, gas heat & A/ C. Great signage and parking. $1,450 per month. Call 207-890-9192. tf24

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BRIDGTON — New home, lots of upgrades. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, w/ garage. Private street. $1,150 month plus utilities. References required plus first and last or rent to own. Call 6475963. tf32

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142 Main Street Conway, NH 603-447-3611 Metal Detectors

Molly Ockett Middle School has openings for the 2011 Fall Season:

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6 Full-Time & Part-Time Openings Infants — School Aged

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Hayes TrueValue Hardware 204 Portland Road Bridgton, Maine

Fryeburg Academy is anticipating the following coaching positions:

Paying TOP DOLLAR

with afternoon and evening hours.

SUMMARY: Responsible for the day-to-day operation of our school clinic.

Provide Health Services for all students. Provide assessment, planning, intervention, management and referral for appropriate medical care of students with acute or chronic health conditions. Supervise prescribed medical treatments and medication administration in accordance with all regulations. Coordinate the provision of first aid supplies. Participate as a health team member and on the school’s safety committee.

Coordinate emergency services for students and staff in the event of sudden illness or injury.

This is a full-time, 91⁄2-month salary position with full benefits, with the possibility of housing.

CONTACT: Qualified applicants are encouraged to email a letter of interest, resume and three letters of reference (PDF preferred) by August 15th, to Deb Kutasi, Human Resources Manager at dkutasi@bridgtonacademy.org.

For a complete job description and further information about Bridgton Academy, please visit our website at www.bridgtonacademy.org or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BridgtonAcademy1808.

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Description: Individual to work with students and coaches on designing and implementing individual fitness programs: Must be available after school every day and two evenings a week. Candidates must have a background in exercise physiology or related field and excellent interpersonal skills.

STUART SALVAGE 838-9569

Candidates must be at least 20 years of age and have experience as a player or coach. Previous coaching experience preferred.

Send resume, cover letter and recommendations to: Sue Thurston Fryeburg Academy 745 Main Street Fryeburg, ME 04037 207-935-2031 Or applications can be completed at the Business Office between 8 A.M. – 4 P.M., Monday through Friday. Applications will close when suitable candidates are found.

State law requires all Academy employees submit to a criminal history record check.

Fryeburg Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

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Assistant Football Coach First Year Boys’ Basketball Coach Strength and Conditioning Coach

REQUIREMENTS: Registered Nurse; ability to work independently; valid, unrestricted driver’s license.

BRIDGTON — 1-bedroom apartment with fireplace. First floor. Includes utilities. Close to downtown, walking distance, and close to laundromat. $650 per month, $650 deposit. Call 866-327-7525.

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CPR and First Aid certified and Licensed by the State of Maine

HELP WANTED

DOWNTOWN BRIDGTON — 1 & 2-bedroom ground floor apartments. $750 plus utilities. No smoking. Call 358-0808. tf28

Bob Champagne

207-627-3288 A Child’s first steps to a bright future

BRIDGTON — $725 2-bedroom, for 10/1; beautifully newly redone 1,200 sf duplex apartment in old farmhouse.

Large den, new kitchen with dishwasher & gas stove, new paint, redone pine floors. Huge bathroom. Walk to town, lake, hospital. Cats ok, no dogs, first/ last/security/references. Includes parking/plowing/hot and cold water.

Utilities not included. New propane furnace. 617-803-3433, erichman@ verizon.net. Photos on Craigslist. tf32

~ Licensed for 11 years ~ CPR Certified ~

119 Leach Hill Road Casco, ME Right off of Route 121 and Route 11

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NAPLES — Adorable totally remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath yearround cottage. Furnished and tastefully decorated. Included are 2 full beds, screened porch, large yard with fire pit, washer and dryer, all appliances.

Conveniently located directly beside newly expanded town beach. $800 per month plus utilities. Security and references required. Sorry, no pets.

207-632-2682 - Available Sept.-April.

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For more information please visit servingschools.com

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BRIDGTON — 2 bedroom, close to town. Large yard. $650 with heat included. No pets. First + security, available now. (207) 229-6749. 4t31x

has 2 full-time openings.

Snacks and lunch provided.

Summer fun & outdoor activities.

ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH Send cover letter, resume and references to: Jay Robinson, Principal Superintendent’s Office 124 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037 (207) 935-2600 * Fax (207) 935-3787

LOVELL — Very large apartment: 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath, and living room with fireplace in new carriage house. $995 month includes electricity, laundry hookup, and 50% of heat. Quiet with mountain views and Kezar Lake access. No pets/ no smoking. 1 year lease/first and security deposit/reference check required. (207) 925-6586.

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STUMP GRINDER

Positions Available:

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BRIDGTON — 16 S. High St. 1bedroom apartment in clean, safe, quiet, historic building. Non-smoking, no pets. $600 a month. Includes heat, hot water, rubbish removal, plowing, off-street parking. Coin-op laundry on site. First, last and security requested.

SWEDEN — 4-bedroom, 2-bath References checked. Available Sept. 1. home. Private five-acre lot with Please call 647-2645. tf32 beautiful views of Mt. Washington.

Ceramic tile, hardwood floors, carpeted WATERFORD — Very nice 2bedroom, stainless steel appliances. bedroom mobile home in pleasant Finished walkout basement, two car quiet neighborhood, no pets, 1st, last garage. $1,300 month & deposit & & security. $600. 583-4011. 2t32x references. 207-647-9622 or 207-6325979.

1t32x CASCO — Completely furnished rooms, heat, lights & cable TV BRIDGTON — 16 S. High St. included. $120 weekly. No pets. Call efficiency apartment in clean, safe, cell, 207-650-3529, home 207-627quiet, historic building. Non-smoking, 1006. tf17 no pets. $500 a month. Includes heat, hot water, rubbish removal, plowing, OTISFIELD — Looking for mature off-street parking. Coin-op laundry on person to share a furnished log cabin, site. First, last and security requested. animal lover a plus. $500 per month, References checked. Available Sept. heat, electric included. Please call 2072t32x 1. Please call 647-2645. tf32 627-3364.

Wednesday-Saturday 9-5 or by appointment

— A 60-Bed Nursing Home — Rte. 115, Windham, ME 04062

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BRIDGTON ACADEMY — Dining Service is looking for help. Jobs include dish room, line service and snack bar operation. Schedules vary- some requiring night and weekend work.

Applications available starting Monday, August 8th at Goldsmith Dining Hall, 16 Hancock Drive, North Bridgton.

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Classifieds

HARRISON — 2-bedroom mobile home, country setting, utilities not included, 1st, last + deposit required, references needed, $550 month. No smoking or pets. 583-4740.

2t32 BRIDGTON INTOWN — Third floor efficiency. Neat, clean, bright & sunny. No smoking or pets. $500, includes heat, hot water, snow & trash removal. First, last & security. 6479090. tf19 SOUTH BRIDGTON — 1-bedroom, heat, hot water & electric included, sun deck. $635 unfurnished, $700 furnished. Security deposit required.

247-4707 or 232-9022. tf13

NAPLES — 2-bedroom furnished home. Central heat, large yard, no pets.

Available Sept.-April. $600 monthly plus utilities. Security & references required. Call 207-693-3338 or 207653-6336.

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FURNISHED — well-appointed and maintained 3-bedroom house on a sandy beach cove on Sebago Lake’s west shore.

45 minutes from Portland. New wellinsulated windows. Living area has an open layout: living room (with fireplace) - dining area, well equipped kitchen w/dishwasher. Pine floors and paneling throughout. Master bedroom has queensized bed, two other bedrooms with twins. Bathroom has shower tub that is great for bathing toddlers. Cable TV and wireless hi-speed internet available.

There is a second utility bath and shower in basement with washer/dryer. Gas grill and picnic table on patio. Available October 15, 2011 through May 31, 2012. Oil /hot air heating system. Rent: $850.00/month. Heat and utilities not included in rent. 1 month security deposit required. Pictures are available.

Cell: 207-838-2598. Home: 207-8098095. tf28 BRIDGTON — 1850s renovated farmhouse. Four bedrooms, open kitchen w/cathedral ceiling, 2 woodburning stoves, 2 decks, attached barn. $895 month. Call 978-387-6640.

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BRIDGTON — Apartment on Main Street. Kitchen, living room, full bath, REAL ESTATE FOR SALE bedroom & back deck. Available first week Sept. May view by appointment. HARRISON — Deertrees Road - 1Call 647-5367.

1t32x acre building lot for sale. Driveway in. Electricity in. Septic tank and leach BRIDGTON — Quiet 3-room field in. Drilled well in. This lot is apartment, 2nd floor. Suitable for 1 cleared, ready to build, sits above road or 2 people. References & security level and faces west. Walk to village, deposit, $400 a month. Utilities not park, beaches and boat launch. More included. Tel. no. 207-647-3607. land available. No trailers or mobiles.

1t32x $45,000. 583-6927.

4t32x BRIDGTON — 1-bedroom handicapaccessible apartment on Highland Lake. Tile bath and kitchen area.

Use of private beach, coin laundry & fitness center. 3/4 mile to downtown. $750 includes all utilities, cable TV, trash. No smoking, no pets. 6475301. tf24

NORWAY — Moose Hill Road, approx. 3 acres for sale by owner. 340foot road frontage, can be split into 2 or 3 lots. Assessed by town at $25,000, sell for $7,900 cash sale. 207-6505669. tf29

5-ACRE LOT BRIDGTON, ME — Beautiful view Mt. Washington. Septic BRIDGTON — 2 remodeled first and design, underground utilities, drive in second floor 1-bedroom apartments place. Tel: 207-637-2260.

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HARRISON — Dawes Hill Road.

1Includes basic cable and wireless Internet. Furnished option*. Perfect for acre building lot surveyed, soil tested. single or professional couple. Across 2 miles to Village. $29,000. 207-3299t31x from Highland Lake. $650 month* 7435. plus utilities, first, last and security. QUAKER RIDGE, CASCO — Extra Non-smokers, no pets. Available Sept. large 3-bedroom ranch 28’-x-42’ with 1st. Call Rick at Lakeview Suites 207- oversized garage 24’-x-36’ and large 423-3281 to inquire further. tf30 outbuilding. On 4+ acres, $129,900.

Call 627-4649.

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BRIDGTON — Beaver Creek Farm Road, 3.27 acres, well, black top road, mountain views, electricity. $27,000. 583-6695. tf23

BRIDGTON — Hio Ridge Road, YARD SALES approx. 27 acres for sale by owner.

Good developable land, mostly GARAGE SALE — Sunday, August cleared. $59,000. 207-650-5669. tf21 14, 9-3, multi-family. 302 to 35 to Firelane 101, Naples. Tools, electronBRIDGTON — Beaver Creek Farm ics, antiques, bedding, baby items, Road, 3 acres, black top road with furniture, toys.

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View of Mt. Washington and other BIG YARD SALE — Saturday, mountains. $33,000. 583-6695. tf23 August 13th, 9-3, 30 Wayside Ave., Bridgton. Books, furniture, household QUAKER RIDGE, CASCO — and items, utility trailer and much, much Route 11. Large corner lot w/8+ more.

1t32x acres, 400’ road frontage on Rte. 11 YARD SALE — Saturday, August & approximately 570’ on Quaker 13th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Household Ridge. $100,000. Call 627-4649.

3t30x items, fishing gear, hardware, old bicycles, French door, woodstoves, anBUSINESS SERVICES tiques (including hand crank movie projector, sewing table, silver-plated HEAP HAULERS — Towing items, furniture, Kutani dragonware service. Cash paid for junk cars. Call china), free piano. Valley View Farm, 655-5963. tf12 Rte. 107 and Ray Whitney Road, 1t32x CLOCK & WATCH REPAIR — A South Bridgton.

Piece of Time, 419 White Mountain GARAGE SALE — Antiques, glassHighway, Conway. Wed.-Sat., 9-5 or ware, linens, prints, furniture and lots by appointment. 603-733-4751. more. Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Rte. 37, 563

2t32x N. Bridgton Rd., Bridgton. 1t32x HEMINGWAY CONTRACTING YARD SALE — Friday, Sat., Sun., — Renovations, metal roofs, 8 to 2, thousands of hardcover books doors and windows, painting, light from 1880 to 1950s, 25 cents each. carpentry, garages & sheds, drywall Many pieces of old glassware, silrepairs. Specializing in mobile verware, hi-end lawn furniture, toys, homes. 20 years experience, fully guns, etc.... corner of Rte. 107 and insured. No job too small. 1-207- Fosterville Rd., South Bridgton.

595-7123/207-743-0420.

16t24x 1t32x RON PERRY CARPENTRY — MOVING SALE — August 12, 13, Renovations and new construction. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 15 Saw Mill Lane, 35 years of experience, no job too Naples. 500’ off Rte. 302. 60 years acsmall or too big. Bridgton, Me. 978- cumulation Help! (207) 693-4647.

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4t31x 1t32x DUMP RUNS — Weekly trash GARAGE/YARD SALE — Aug. 13 pickup in Greater Bridgton area. 207- and 14 - 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 179 Quaker 809-6989.

4t30x Ridge Rd., Casco. Next house beyond MORAN PAINTING — Hall Funeral Home. Tools and miscel1t32x Professional painting contractor. We laneous items. do interior/exterior painting. Several CLEANED ATTIC — 1940s to 2000 years in the Lake Region area. All items, toys, dolls, games, playsets, work guaranteed for at least 5 years. odds ‘n ends, name brand stuff. Aug. Fully insured. Call Pete at 207-332- 11, 12 & 13. 9-4, dealers welcome.

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cratic governance.” Lloyd also had this to say in his book, “Private news media organizations are destroying American democracy because they do not legally and adequately inform the public.”

This statement is completely false. Anyone who has listened to “Fox News,” Laura Ingram, Mike Gallagher, Ray Richardson and Rush Limbaugh know it’s not true. Why so many liberal and Democrats hate “Fox New” is because they are fair and balance. The liberal and Democrats hate being fair or educate the public on the issues. They rather keep you stupid and in the dark so you can’t make the right decision.

Any politician will tell you, the voter they fear the most is an educated voter.

Lloyd also stated in his book, “Government is the only mechanism that can help us improve our society.” This proves that Lloyd and President Obama, Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi want us on the path to socialism. Remember that President Obama is the first president that I can recall that ever gave mainstream media like NBC carte blanche to have an office in the White House. Now, who is trying to influence the mainstream media? President Obama said he can’t get a fair deal with “Fox News” to defend his position. The reason why is that he hates “Fox News,” although they have asked him time after time to come onto “Fox News” and defend his position on any issue. He refuses. Why? LETTERS, Page D

VEHICLE FOR SALE 2005 Chrysler 300

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Antiques, furniture, household, quilts, rugs (oriental, braided, etc.) lots more!

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DEN­MARK HOUSE — Painting, Inc. Inter­ior and Exterior Paint­ing.

Also, Paper­hang­ing. 35 yrs. ex­pe­ri­ ence. Call for esti­mates. Call John Math­ews, 207-452-2781. tf31

QUAKER RIDGE, CASCO — House lot with deeded 50’ ROW, B & L ROOFING — 20 years expewith back lot, 4+ acres. $37,500. Call rience, fully insured. New roofs and 627-4649.

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Bob Champagne BOOKING INTERIOR PAINTING FOR WINTER

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WEST BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom apartment. $600 month includes heat.

Lake & mountain views. Call Suzanne at 781-631-6731 for details. tf31

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Obituaries

Andre B. Botta

Arlene Hebert

Muriel R. Maloney

FRYEBURG — Andre Beechel Botta, a citizen of the universe, born Jan. 7, 1970 passed peacefully from this world on the July 26, 2011.

Andre’s passion and his bliss were reflected in his song writing, poetry, philosophy, filmmaking and his role as a beloved father, fiancé to the love of his life, son, brother and cherished friend. He was a man of many talents with a heart of gold. He spread his love, compassion and wisdom from Maine to Hollywood, Calif. and his absence will be felt far and wide. His beautiful smile and contagious laugh will be sorely missed.

Andre is survived by his father and mother, Vincent and JoAnn Botta; his sister, Ariel Botta; his fianceé Amber Smith; his daughters, Deva Moon Botta and Ashley Dominguez; and a grandson.

A celebration of Andre’s life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011 at the Redman’s Hall in North Fryeburg at 2 p.m. Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfunerlalhome.org In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up for his daughter, Deva. Donations may be made payable to the Norway Savings Bank, “Andre Botta Memorial Fund.”

BUXTON — Arlene (Page) Hebert, 88, of Buxton, died peacefully at home on Aug. 5, 2011.

She was born on March 28, 1923, the daughter of the late Clyde and Dorothy Page. She grew up in Hiram, and married Albert Hebert on April 5, 1941. Together, they raised a son, Charles, and three daughters, Dorothy, Beatrice and Sylvia. They moved to Buxton in 1959, where she has lived for the past 52 years.

For 10 years, Arlene was employed by Sebago Moc as a payroll clerk.

She loved baking, gardening, her cat Sadie and spending time with friends and family.

She was predeceased by her husband Albert in July 1986; and her brother Stanley Page.

Survivors include her son, Charles Hebert of Hollis; her daughters, Dorothy Rowe of Buxton, Beatrice Wintle of Hollis and Sylvia (Sue) Leavitt of Boothbay; a sister, Florence Kimball of Hiram; a brother, Gordon Page of Woburn, Mass.; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours were on Tuesday at the Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, located on the corners of Routes 202 and 4A (13 Portland Road), in Buxton (Bar Mills). A graveside service was held on Wednesday at Hillcrest Cemetery, Plains Road, in Hollis.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Arlene’s name to: The Westbrook Animal Refuge League, P.O. Box 336, Westbrook, ME 04098.

LEWISTON — Muriel Rogers Maloney, 96, passed away on Aug. 2, 2011 at the d’Youville Pavilion in Lewiston after a period of failing health.

She was born Nov. 12, 1914, in Baltimore, Md., to William Milton Rogers and Julia Minder Rogers. Muriel was the youngest of three children. Both parents died at young ages and Muriel was sent to live with her aunt Edna Rogers in Brooklyn, N.Y. She went to boarding school, graduating from Notre Dame Academy on Staten Island, N.Y., in 1931.

She then attended Mt. Ida Junior College in Newton, Mass. It was while at Mt. Ida that she met the handsome young man from Portland, Jack Maloney, a Tufts College senior, who would later become her husband.

After working for several years as a secretary for a brokerage firm on Wall Street, Muriel married Jack on Aug. 1, 1939, in a ceremony at All Soul’s Chapel in Poland Spring. They settled in Lewiston, where she was a full-time homemaker and mother to their daughters. They were married for 56 years until Jack’s death in 1995.

Muriel was active in the Patronesses of St. Mary’s Hospital and looked forward to meetings with her longtime bridge club companions.

She was a devoted member of St. Patrick’s Church in Lewiston. She was known for her quick wit, her stylish hats, her mastery of the NY Times crossword puzzles, and her love for reading.

She is survived by her daughters, Julie Maloney Crowley and Laurie Maloney; five grandchildren including Brian Parkin of Naples; eight great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, John J. Maloney Jr.; sister, Juliette Kreitler; and her brother, James Rogers.

Condolences may be accessed online at www.albert-burpee.com Funeral services will be private. There will be no visitation. Interment will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements are by Albert & Burpee Funeral Home, Lewiston.

PORTLAND — Adam F. Towne, 50, of Portland, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011, at the Barron Center.

He was born in Lewiston on May 23, 1961, the son of Bradford and Patricia Morrill Towne.

He attended Oxford Hills High School until his sophomore year when he moved to Fryeburg Academy, and graduated in the Class of 1979. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1980 to 1984 as a meteorologist. He worked for various local companies including A. C. Lawrence, Co. and Oxford Marking Products.

He moved to Portland in 1991 and attended the University of South Maine, graduating with a degree in History and Political Science in 1995.

He worked for various companies in Portland. From 2003 to 2010, he traveled to 35 countries and took thousands of photographs; he had a huge interest in photography.

He is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Michelle Lebietz of Portland; his brother, Nathan of Norway; and several cousins, aunts and uncles.

He was predeceased by his parents.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Aug. 9, at Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main Street, South Paris. Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.chandlerfunerals.com

Barbara I. Dyer LIMERICK — Barbara Irene Dyer, 75, of Limerick, passed away on Aug. 2, 2011, surrounded by her loving husband and four sons.

She was born in New Bedford, Mass., on July 8, 1936, the daughter of the late Warren and Muriel (Merry) Thompson. She attended Beech Ridge and Dunstan Schools, and graduated from Scarborough High School in the Class of 1953. Barbara went on to attend classes at the Gorham State Teacher’s College. After 25 years of chicken farming, Barbara worked for many years as a bookkeeper for Bonnie Brae Construction Co. She worked as a bookkeeper for Marriott for 20 years and Eaton Copier Service.

Barbara was a member of Falmouth Grange #29, Extension, and was a Notary Public.

She enjoyed playing piano — including at her own commencement and performing with her family — knitting, crocheting, jigsaw puzzles, texting her grandchildren, watching deer and most importantly her family, especially her grandchildren.

Barbara is survived by her beloved husband, Donald Edwin Dyer Sr.; sons, Ronald Edwin Dyer of Winthrop, Larry James Dyer Sr. of Newfield, Donald Edwin Dyer Jr. of Casco and Harry James Dyer of West Newfield; a sister, Olivia Faye Holmes of Scarborough; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Visitation was on Sunday, Aug. 7, followed by a funeral service at the Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, located on the corners of Routes 202 and 4A (13 Portland Road), in Buxton (Bar Mills). A graveside service was held on Monday at Brooklawn Memorial Park, outer Congress Street, in Portland.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: 19th Century Willowbrook Village, P.O. Box. 28, Newfield, ME 04056 or at www.willowbrookmuseum.org

Arick M. Tarr LITCHFIELD, N.H. — Specialist Arick Michael Tarr, 20, died unexpectedly July 30, 2011, in his barracks at Fort Lewis military base in Tacoma, Wash. He was born Jan. 13, 1991, in Portland, Maine, the son of Richard and Jennifer Tarr.

Arick went to South Portland High School, after which he joined the Army, where he became an 11 Bravo Infantryman Soldier and served with the HHC 2-1 Infantry 22nd Brigade Company, and where he proudly completed a one-year tour of duty in Afghanistan. Arick received many honorary awards during his time of service, 1) National Defense Service Medal, 2) Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, 3) Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 4) Army Service Ribbon, 5) Overseas Service Ribbon, 6) NATO Medal, 7) Combat Infantry Badge, 8) Marksmanship Qualification Badge, and 9) Overseas Service Bar. Arick was preparing to get out of the Army in January, when he was excited to move back to N.H. to go to college and start a new life with his lovely fiancée, Stefani Greco.

Arick spent last month visiting friends and family in Maine while taking a two week leave from the military. Arick set up water slides on the hill for his brothers, played video games with them, and then watched movies with them at night. Tanner and Wyatt looked up to their big brother, who loved them very much. He also enjoyed playing with his six cousins who ranged in age from 6 months to 10 years old. He had many more aunts, uncles, and cousins that were important to him and with whom he shared a great many memories. Arick had a very special relationship with both sets of his grandparents, who spoiled him with love and affection and whom he loved very much.

Arick’s smile lit up any room he walked into and anyone in that room would have to smile, too, because it was so contagious. His personality was bigger then any room he ever walked into and he had such a strong presence whenever he was around. Starting in elementary school Arick always fought for those kids who couldn’t fight for themselves, and then he decided to defend his entire country and fight for all of us so we wouldn’t have to. His Mom and Dad are tremendously proud of his accomplishments with the military; he’ll be forever loved and missed by all.

In addition to his parents, Arick is survived by his two brothers Tanner and Wyatt; a fiancée, Stefani Greco; grandparents Tom and Mary Ann Tarr of Gorham, Rick and Diane Dobson of South Portland; aunts and uncles Justin and Christine Dobson of South Portland, Jamie and Geoff Crain of South Portland, and Jessica Dobson-Roma and Todd Roma of Raymond.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Center for Grieving Children at 555 Forest Avenue, Portland, ME 04101, in Arick’s honor.

Visiting hours were held Wednesday, Aug. 10th at Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Road, South Portland. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 11th at Saint Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough, followed by a reception at the Church. Interment will be private at a later date.

Francis Smith AUBURN — Francis “Smitty” Smith passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011.

He began life in the Bridgton area, son of the late Glen and Ethel Lamb Smith and brother to John, Fannie, Glenna, Ethel, Gus, Mary Lou and Glen Jr. Smith. After the Navy, he lived in Auburn, married Patty Abbott, had two daughters, worked for Central Maine Power for 50 years, and was also a 50-year member of the Masonic Tranquil Lodge 29 AF & AM. “Smitty,” also known as “Speedy” to a select group of friends, was a hardworking man who spent most of his life providing for his family. He enjoyed yard work, sunsets, thunderstorms and going out for big breakfasts. He’ll be missed by many.

He leaves behind his wife of 52 years, Patty Abbott Smith; and daughters, Donna Theberge and Karen Smith, both of Lewiston.

Online condolences can be shared at www.thefortingroupauburn. com.

Visitation at the funeral home was on Wednesday.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Arrangements were by The Fortin Group Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 217 Turner Street, Auburn, ME 04210.

Hallie P. Lund HIRAM — Hallie P. Lund, 66, of Hiram, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Maine Medical Center on Friday, July 29, 2011.

Hallie was born on Dec. 29, 1944, in Manhattan, N.Y., where she was raised and continued on to graduate from high school. She held a variety of jobs including waitress, factory worker, seamstress, secretary, and most recently, home health care.

Hallie was a devoted wife and a loving supportive mother. She loved watching her children grow and blossom into honest, hardworking members of society.

Hallie loved to travel and embarked on countless adventures throughout her life while doing so. She was a firm believer in the “Live and Let Live” policy and an avid supporter of social justice. She was also an organ donor, and because of this, two individuals will now be able to see and enjoy life in the many ways that Hallie did.

When Hallie could find time in her event-filled life, she would rekindle her love affair with art. She had an eye for crafts and colors and put it to wonderful use, creating many works of art for her family and friends at any chance she was given. No wall or shelf was ever left naked or colorless.

Hallie will be greatly missed by her husband of 26 years, Michael P. Lund; son Joseph Lund; daughters Amy Muldoon of New York and Jessica Muldoon of California; two grandchildren; and former husband John Muldoon of Portland.

Arrangements are under the guidance of Independent Death Care, 660 Brighton Avenue, Portland. To offer words of condolence, sign a guest book and share memories, go to the obituary page at www.independentdeathcare.com

Phillip L. Wiggin CASCO — Philip Lee Wiggin, 80, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011.

He was born in Claremont, N.H. on Feb. 13, 1931, the son of Eleanor Ryan Wiggin and Ronald Lee Wiggin. He grew up in Westbrook and graduated from Westbrook schools. He attended Boston University and the University of Maine in Orono, and served in the U.S. Army. He then joined his father in operating the Wiggin Press Printing Company, which Phil eventually took over solely and then retired from.

Phil married Eleanor Barone and together they had two children. Phil was a beautiful piano player and was always asked to play at parties and weddings to which he would oblige. He could play all types of music, but had a particular fondness for jazz. He loved living on Sebago Lake and especially enjoyed his time hosting his friends on his boat. Phil will be remembered for his love of his golden retrievers, his sarcastic wit and for his hearty laugh.

Phil was predeceased by his parents; his sister Margaret; and his son John.

He is survived by his daughter Susan Hughes of Scarborough; and four grandchildren.

There will be no visiting hours. A private graveside service was held on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011 at North Conway (N.H.) Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, ME 04038.

Burton E. Davis HARPSWELL — Burton E. Davis, 76, of Sebring, Fla., died unexpectedly on Aug. 1, 2011, in Harpswell, while on an evening bike ride with his wife.

Burton was born in Portland on June 26, 1935, the son of Elmer Davis and Ellen Dyer Davis. He graduated from Deering High School, served in the U.S. Army with a deployment to South Korea and worked for Pepsi Cola at the Seltzer & Rydholm bottling company for over 40 years before retiring.

Along with his wife, Mary, Burt traveled extensively, visiting Great Britain, Maritime Canada and much of the United States. Whether in their RV for a vacation or just out for the Sunday paper, Burt always enjoyed being “on the road again.”

Burt will be remembered for his wonderful way with people, his generosity and his sense of humor. A truly good man, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Mallory Davis of Sebring, Fla.; his son, Edward Davis of Raymond; his daughter, Sharon Davis Pearson of Bradenton, Fla.; brother, Irving Davis of Windham; and sister, Ruth Spiller of Portland.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Brackett Funeral Home, 29 Federal Street, Brunswick. Interment was at the Maine Veterans’ Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Road, Augusta, on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011. Condolences can be expressed to the family at www. brackettfuneralhome.com

E. Sue Wolfe SOUTH PARIS — E. Sue Wolfe, 88, died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011 at a South Paris nursing facility.

She was born on Nov. 14, 1922 in Newcastle, Penn., a daughter of John and Vena Douglass White. Her parents moved to Portland when she was an infant and then on to Cambridge, Mass., where she was raised.

Sue attended LaSalle Junior College and received an associate’s degree in Nutrition. She enlisted in the Navy on July 16, 1943 as an Apprentice Seaman and began her training as a ship’s cook at the Naval Training School/Cooks and Bakers School in New York. She served as a cook at the U.S. Naval Barracks, Wave Quarters “D” in Washington, D.C. and the Wave Barracks at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. It was during her time in the service that Sue met her future husband, William Wolfe. William also served in the Navy. Sue was discharged on Feb. 8, 1946 with the rank of Ship’s Cook, Third Class. For her service, she was awarded the American Theatre Medal, Victory Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.

Sue and William were married on Sept. 20, 1946 and spent most of their marriage living in Raymond on Little Sebago Lake. Together, they raised a son and a daughter and enjoyed camping in the many state parks in Maine. Sue was a lifelong Girl Scout and was a leader for many years.

She also taught special education children sewing and cooking through a program at a Methodist church in South Portland.

Sue and William were married for 43 years and became the proud grandparents of six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren who survive her.

Sue is also survived by her children, Douglass Wolfe Sr. and Gail Wolfe. After William died, Sue spent 17 summers with her good friend Florence at her camp on Little Ossippee Lake, spending the days boating and laughing. Sue resided in the Residential Care Unit at the Maine Veteran’s Home in South Paris since October of 2008. Some of her favorite activities were quilting, going out for lunch or dinner, foliage trips, and spending time at her son’s home on Little Sebago.

There will be no visiting hours.

A graveside service was held on Tuesday, Aug. 9 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Stroudwater Street, Westbrook.

Arrangements by Dolby Funeral Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to: The Maine Veteran’s Home, 477 High Street, South Paris, ME 04281.

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Earl L. Marr Jr.

Callista Nye-Bemis Genest

RUMFORD — Earl L. Marr Jr., 90, of Rumford, died Monday, Aug. 8, at the Rumford Community Home with his loving family by his side.

He was born in North Bridgton, Oct. 29, 1920, the son of Earl and Alice (Kneeland) Marr Sr. He graduated from Norway High School, Class of 1940, and had attended the University of Maine at Orono.

During World War II, he served from 1942 to 1946 as a private first class in the U.S. Army overseas in Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes, Central Europe and was in the Battle of the Bulge under General George Patton, and received the Bronze Star Medal.

Earl worked at the Waterford Sawmill for several years and then worked at the Rumford Paper Mill in the unloading department until his retirement in October 1982 from Boise Cascade Paper Co., after more than 31 years.

He was a communicant of Parish of the Holy Savior, St. Athanasius– St. John Church; a former member of Robert Shand Post 1641, VFW; he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, tinkering around the house, enjoying time with his friends, and loved spending time with his family.

He was married in North Conway, N.H., on Aug. 12, 1950, to the former Jeannette L. Corriveau, who died May 13, 2007.

Survivors include sons, Dennis Marr of Peru, and Danny Marr, of Madison, Ala.; daughters, Erla Marr Gamage, of New Sharon, June Elaine Giambattista, of Rumford, Janice Durland, of Mexico, and Joan Hamann, of Peru; sister, Mary Andrews of South Paris; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents; wife; daughter, Jacqueline Mease; brother, Roger; and sister, Ann Forrest.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11, at the Meader & Son Funeral Home 3 Franklin St., Rumford with Fr. Phil Tracy officiating. Calling hours will be after 5:30 p.m. Thursday prior to the funeral services. Graveside services with Military Honors will be conducted by Fr. Tracy at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 12, at St. John Cemetery, Rumford. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Robert Shand Post 1641, VFW, 330 Waldo St., Rumford 04276, or to the Napoleon Ouellette Post 24, American Legion, Congress Street, Rumford, ME 04276 in his memory.

Friends are invited to sign the family guest book and share their thoughts, condolences and memories online at www.meaderandson.com.

FRYEBURG — Callista Nye-Bemis Genest, infant daughter of Courtney Bemis and Charles Genest, died unexpectedly on Aug. 1, 2011, at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Born in Bridgton on July 25, 2011, she brought great joy to all of her family during her all too brief life.

Surviving are her parents of Fryeburg; her paternal grandparents, Michael and Letitia Genest of Fryeburg; her maternal grandparents, Lorinda B. Nelson of Scarborough and Scott N. Bemis of Springvale; paternal great-grandparents, Charles and Elizabeth Wiesemann of Canada; maternal great-grandparents, Howard and Barbara Hanning of Portland and Josette L. Dionne of Kennebunk; paternal great-greatgrandmother, Annette T. Hall of Lincoln; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A period of visitation was held on Friday at the Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg. A graveside funeral service was held Saturday at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Denmark Road, Denmark. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.woodfuneralhome. org In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Maine SIDS Foundation, 22 Bramhall St., Portland, ME 04102.

Edward E. Buehler

RAYMOND — Edward E. Buehler, 91, of Raymond passed away peacefully at Bridgton Hospital the afternoon of Aug. 8, 2011.

Born in Chicago, Ill. on Sept. 24, 1919, his family moved to New York where he lived for the next 60 years. He was a patient and tolerant man, working his way up from the mailroom to a corner office on the 45th floor in Manhattan. His career path started with the American Institute of Mining and Metallurgical Engineers, Inc. in Manhattan.

He worked there for a few years until taking a position at W & J Sloane, Inc., where he ended as a senior vice president in 1974. He spent the remainder of his career as senior vice president and comptroller with Frederick Atkins, Inc. until his retirement in 1986.

Ed married the love of his life, Barbara, on Nov. 23, 1946. Together, they raised three daughters in Glen Head, N.Y., where they lived many happy years with many wonderful friends. Ed was a collector, and he found his true passion when he started collecting clocks and pocket watches in the 1960s. He was a member of the National Watch and Clock Collectors Association for several years, and spent many hours fixing clocks and watches for himself and friends. He was fortunate to have the VALLEY SPRINGS, CALIF. — Wesley A. Drake, 76, of Valley opportunity to travel the world with Barbara, sometimes through work Springs, Calif., passed away peacefully at his home while being cared and sometimes for pleasure. One of the most exciting trips he ever took for by his loving wife Sandra on July 27, 2011 after a 10-month battle was to Germany where his family originated. with cancer.

After his retirement, Ed and Barbara moved to Florence, S.C. to be Born in Albion, he was a graduate of Besse High School. Wes was a closer to Ed’s sister Doris and her husband, Ray. They had several wontruck driver with Certified Grocers of California for 37 years, retiring in derful years there, embracing the community and the lovely weather. In 1996. Wes was a Maine Mason Lodge #45 A.F. & A.M. 1998, Ed lost Barbara to cancer. It was the hardest time of his life, but he Wes’ passing has brought great sorrow to all those who knew and remained strong and active. In 2007, Ed made his last big move to Maine loved him. to live with his youngest daughter, Karen, and her family.

Wes was predeceased by both parents, Aubrey and Gertrude Drake; Ed loved many things in the long life he lived. His family was always and a sister, Lillian Hamlin, all of Albion. his priority, his daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren all Wes is survived by his wife Sandra Drake of Valley Springs, Calif. meant the world to him. His friends were numerous, whether they were and Denmark; three sons, Randall, Andrew and Timothy; five grandchil- playing bridge, sailing, golfing, or just going out to dinner. He will dren; and one great-grandson, all of Anaheim, Calif.; one nephew; and always be remembered for his evening Beefeater, his daily crossword his loving step family, Rob, Kim and their children and one grandson. puzzle, John Wayne movies, Glenn Miller music and dancing, reading A funeral service was held on Aug. 1, 2011 in San Andreas, Calif. a book a day and quiet times just sitting on the porch. He was always a and a private graveside interment service was held Aug. 5, 2011 in perfect gentleman and truly wonderful man.

Newington, N.H. for the immediate family.

Ed was predeceased by his wife, Barbara; his parents Edward and Graveside services were by J.V. Wood Funeral Home, Portsmouth, Emilie; and by his oldest daughter, Lorraine.

N.H. Surviving are his sister, Doris Sheehan of Florence, S.C.; two children, Karen A. Gordon of Raymond and Nancy M. France of Lake Katrine, N.Y.; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11 at GORHAM — Victoria Alaire Collier Bridges, a longtime resident of Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco. A funeral mass will Gorham, passed away on Aug. 4, 2011, at The Inn at Village Square. be held 12 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church She was born on March 29, 1919, in Ashland, the daughter of Joseph in Windham. Online condolences may be left for the family at hallfunerAlbert and Gladys Adeline Gardner Collier. alhomeinc.com.

She was predeceased by her husband, Richard J. Bridges.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: American Cancer She is survived by her children, Alaire B. Riddle of North Windham Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. and Clearwater, Fla., Dean C. Bridges of Raymond, Jo Anne B. Sayward of Gorham and Homosassa Springs, Fla., and Sarah Katharine B. Schiffer of Clearwater, Fla. and Freeport; a sister, Bernice C. Merriman of Mars Hill; many beloved grandchildren; great-grandchildren; greatgreat-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Dolby & Dorr Funeral Chapel.

Any memorial contributions in her honor may be made to the organization of the donor’s choice.

Wesley A. Drake

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Calendar (Continued from Page D) Stories, 10:30 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

Aug. 15-19 — Free Kids Katering summer lunch for kids, noon, Community Center. FMI: 647-3116.

Aug. 15 — Cribbage, 2 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 16 — Beginner Thai Chi, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Town Hall.

Aug. 16 — Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Community Center.

Aug. 16 — Summer Reading Party, sing-a-long 11 a.m., juggler noon, prizes & awards 1 p.m., library.

Aug. 16 — Bridge, 1 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 16 — Youth Basketball Open Gym for grades 3-6, 3-5 p.m., Town Hall. FMI: 647-8786.

Aug. 16 — Library Trustees, 7 p.m., library.

Aug. 16 — Feeding Bridgton’s Poor, Third Tuesdays at the Museum, 7 p.m., Bridgton Historical Society Museum, Gibbs Ave. 647-3699.

Aug. 17 — Lake Region Non-Profits Meeting, 8 a.m., Community Center.

Aug. 17 — Fairy Houses Workshop, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., library.

Aug. 17-19 — Bridgton Historical Society Museum open, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 Gibbs Ave. Aug. 17 — Senior Lunch, noon, Community Center.

Aug. 17-20 — Rufus Porter weathervane exhibit, noon to 4 p.m., museum, No. High St. Aug. 17 — Self-care for the Caregiver workshop, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Bridgton Hospital Cafeteria Boardroom. FMI: 647-6120.

Aug. 17 — Bible Study, 6 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 17 — Bridgton Crime Watch Group, 6 p.m., Selectmen’s meeting room, municipal complex.

Aug. 18 — Bridgton Rotary Club, Shelter Box, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

Aug. 18 — Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Community Center.

Aug. 18 — Make chocolate frogs, 1 p.m., library.

Aug. 18 — LEA Annual Meeting, 5 to 8 p.m., Camp Winona off Hio Ridge Rd. FMI: 647-8580.

Aug. 18 — Bridgton Hospital workshop, “It’s a Wise Woman Who Stays Safe!”, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.,

Stevens Brook Elementary School. FMI: 647-6000.

Aug. 19 — Music on the Courtyard with Nicholas Chalmers, 5 to 7 p.m., library courtyard.

Aug. 20 — Annual Pie Sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Congregational Church, 33 So. High St. BROWNFIELD Aug. 11 — Playgroup, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community Center.

Aug. 13 — Car Show by Brownfield Lions Club, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Brownfield Rec Building, Main St. Aug. 13 — Open House, 1-4 p.m., Mt. Moriah Masonic Hall, Rte. 160. All welcome.

CASCO Aug. 11, 18 — Summer Pajama Storytime, 7 p.m., library.

Aug. 13, 14, 17 — Raymond-Casco Historical Society open, 1-3 Wed., 10-3 Sat., 1-3 Sun., museum, Rte. 302. FMI: 655-2438.

Aug. 16 — Storytime with Michelle Brenner, 10:30 a.m., library.

Aug. 16 — Riparian Habitats, Chewonki Foundation talk, 5 p.m., library.

Aug. 17 — Casco Assessor Public Question & Ansder Session regarding Revaluation, 7 p.m., Community Center.

Aug. 20, 21 — RaymondCasco Historical Society open, 1-3 Wed., 10-3 Sat., 1-3 Sun., museum, Rte. 302. FMI: 655-2438.

DENMARK Aug. 15 — Tai Chi in the Park, 9 a.m., Bicentennial Park.

Aug. 17 — Preschool Storytime, 9:30 a.m., library.

FRYEBURG Aug. 11 — Beer and Wine Making 101 by Spice & Grain and Metcalf’s Homebrewing, 6 to 8 p.m., Firehouse Meeting Room, 17 Portland St. Aug. 12, 19 — Bridge, 1 p.m., Legion Hall, Bradley St. Aug. 14, 21 — Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Universalist Chapel, No. Fryeburg. FMI: 697-3021.

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(Continued from Page D) Because they ask the tough questions, which he doesn’t want to answer.

One of Thomas Jefferson’s famous quotes is, “Government is best, which governs least.”

As the years go by, this statement has become more obscure than ever. Big government is the new way of life. Big government is doing what they do best — spend and control you and your tax dollars. They do not want your voice to be heard.

Remember the “Fairness Doctrine” they tried to push over the years, but always failed. President Obama and Lloyd have a new doctrine called Media Diversity. Pretty fancy name compared to the Fairness Doctrine. This new media doctrine name hides the true intentions. President Obama asked Lloyd to use the FCC to review all the agency rules, regulations and policies that are in place now in the terms of media diversification. Part of this is to expand the diversity of the voices in the media or have rules and regulation to do so. In other words, control the news output. But that isn’t what he is saying. This is what he is saying under the guise of diversity. Diversity, according to President Obama, is to force radio stations to give liberals and Democrats and other organizations equal amount of airtime for free. The trouble is liberals tried to launch a radio show a few years ago.

Remember “Air America” hosted by Al Franken. It failed.

Nobody wants to hear such garbage coming from extreme liberals, so it failed, We need to be aware of what is going on around us at all times and take on the matters that affect us most. Stop them in their tracks. Defend our Constitution at all costs.

Richard E. Cross Naples

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Page D, The Bridgton News, August 11, 2011 Aug. 11-20 — $1 A Bag Sale at Lovell Thrift Shop, United Church of Christ, 10 a.m. to noon Mon., Wed. & Sat. Aug. 11 — Lazy Days of Summer Fair, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, Rte. 5.

Aug. 11, 18 — Family Playtime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Aug. 11, 18 — Pajama Storytime, 7 p.m., library.

Aug. 12 — Natural History Course with Bridie McGreavy, GLLT Education Director, “The Bald Eagle: Our come-back bird,” with Bonny Boatman, 10 a.m., library. FMI: 925-1056.

Aug. 12 — One World, Many Stories, preschool 10 to 11 a.m., K-2, 1-2 p.m., Grades 3-5, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., library.

Aug. 12, 19 — Mouse Paint Storytime, 2:45 to 4 p.m., library.

Aug. 12, 19 — Bingo, early birds 6:30 p.m., regular play 7 p.m., VFW Hall.

Aug. 13 — Tour de Lovell

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Aug. 12, 19 — Harrison Farmers’ Market, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m., Village.

Aug. 15 — 75th anniversary celebration of Deertrees Theatre’s 1936 opening night, Deertrees Theatre. FMI: 5836747.

Aug. 17 — Harrison Historical Society Museum open, 1-4 p.m., Haskell Hill Road.

Aug. 17 — Memories of Scribner’s Mill, 7 p.m., museum, Haskell Hill Rd. LOVELL Aug. 11 — Active walk at Heald-Bradley Ponds Reserve, 9 a.m., meet at Flat Hill parking area.

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Aug. 13 — Greater Lovell Land Trust annual meeting, 8:45 a.m., VFW Hall, followed by 1 p.m. gentle walk at Chip Stockford Reserve, meet at Reserve parking area.

Aug. 14 — Lovell Historical Society House Tour, 1 to 4 p.m., tickets at Kimball-Stanford House across from Lake Kezar Country Club, Rte. 5, from noon to 1 p.m. FMI: 925-3234, 928-2604.

Aug. 15 — Preschool Storytime, 10 to 11 a.m., library.

Aug. 15 — Charlotte’s Web, 2:45 to 4 p.m., library.

Aug. 15 — Monthly Open Stage with Davy Sturtevant, 6:30 to 9 p.m., library. FMI: 925-3177.

Aug. 16 — Lewis Dana Hill Memorial Library open house with guest speaker Lisa Gardner, 7 p.m., North Lovell Library.

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Route 302, Bridgton 647-3668 cpas@maine.com McFadden CPA, P.A. Accounting Services Accounting/Payroll/Taxes 316 Portland Rd., Bridgton 647-4600 www.cpaprattassoc.com

ALARMS WAM-ALARM Systems Installation, Service, Monitoring Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors Free Security Survey 647-2323

APPLIANCE REPAIR Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC Quality service you deserve All major brands jonesappliances@aol.com 595-4020

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING McHatton’s Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822

CARPETING Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

CATERING A Fine Kettle of Fish Catering Personal chef service/catering Sheila Rollins 583-6074 www.finekettleoffishcatering.com

CHIMNEY LINING The Clean Sweep LLC Chimney Cleaning Service Supaflu and Stainless Steel Chimney lining and relining Dana Richardson 935-2501

CLEANING SERVICES First Impressions Cleaning Inc. Residential & Commercial Seasonal 647-5096

WardHill Architecture 25 yrs. exp.-Residential/Commercial John’s Cleaning Service Custom plans, Shoreland/site plan permit Local family business/ “Quality” results Design/Build & Construction mgmt.

Excellent references 207-393-7285 wardhill@roadrunner.com 807-625-7331 Email: johnscleaning1@gmail.com

ATTORNEYS Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA 110 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA 132 Main St. P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 647-8360 Hastings Law Office, PA 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com Robert M. Neault & Associates Attorneys & Counselors at Law Corner of Rte. 302 & Songo School Rd. P.O. Box 1575, Naples 693-3030

AUTO REPAIR Naples Auto Repair Auto & motorcycle inspections Lawn mower repairs M-F 8-5, Sat. by appt. 693-6770

CARETAKERS Caretake America Managing and Patrolling Kevin Rogers, Owner/Manager Rte. 35, Naples 693-6000 Lake & Mountain View Property Maintenance Cleaning & caretaking Exceptional references 207-650-1101 North Country Home Watch “We’ll be there when you can’t” www.nchw.us 207-713-0675 Rick Lewis Property Surveillance Seasonal and Year Round Bridgton 207-415-4476

CARPENTRY

Lake & Mountain View Property Maintenance Cleaning & caretaking Exceptional references 207-650-1101 McHatton’s Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822

COPIES The Printery Black & White/Color Copies Special discounts for large orders Fax: Sending and Receiving Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

COUNSELING Ellia Manners, LCPC In Her Own Image/Counseling for Women Call for brochure/Insurance accepted www.elliamanners.com 207-647-3015 Bridgton

CRANE SERVICE Bill O’Brien Inc. Crane Service Hourly rates 838-7903

DANCE INSTRUCTION The Ballroom Dance - Exercise - Yoga - Aikido Main St., Harrison, Maine 207-583-6964

DENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA Complete oral hygiene care-infant to senior Most dental insurances, MaineCare accepted 207-647-4125 email: info@bdhc.me Fryeburg Family Dental Preventative Dental Hygiene Services 19 Portland Street / PO Box 523 207-256-7606 www.fryeburgfamilydental.com Mountain View Dentistry Dr. Leslie A. Elston Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry 207-647-3628 MountainViewDentistryMaine.com

DOCKS Great Northern Docks, Inc. Sales & Service Route 302, Naples 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com

ELECTRICIANS

Servicemaster Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452

All Service Electric John Schuettinger Licensed Master Electrician Residential, Commercial Alarms Bridgton Phone 647-2246

TLC Home Maintenance Co. Professional Cleaning and Property Management Housekeeping and much more 583-4314

A to Z Electric “The Boss Does The Work” David S. Gerrish, Master Electrician Residential/Commercial/Industrial 30+ yrs. exp., Naples 693-6854

COMPUTERS Ms. C’s Computer Repair Virus and spyware removal PC repairs 207-228-5279 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton Naples Computer Services PC repair/upgrades – on-site service Virus and spy-ware removal Home and business networking Video security systems 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746

CONTRACTORS Bob Champagne Painting/papering/some carpentry Small jobs – reasonable rates Lead safe certified 26 Zion Hill Rd, Bridgton, 207-647-5571 Dan’s Construction Homes/cottages/garages Siding/rep. windows/roofing Insured/ references/ 25+ yrs. exp.

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Aug. 12 — Fish Fry, 5:30 to 7 p.m., American Legion, Rte. 11.

Aug. 13 — Accessing the new NPL Card Catalog, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., library.

Aug. 13 — LRHS Class of 1986 Reunion, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Freedom Cafe. FMI: 3324865, 693-3063.

Aug. 13 — The Great Bird House Auction, benefits Naples Library, 6:30 p.m. preview, auction 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Naples Golf & Country Club. FMI: 693-6841.

Aug. 14 — The German Band, 6 to 7 p.m., Concerts on the Village Green.

Aug. 16 — Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Aug. 17 — Naples Book Group, Papa Martel by Gerald Robichaud, 1:30 p.m., library.

FMI: 693-6841.

Aug. 20 — Yard Sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Naples Methodist Church.

Aug. 20 — Play with Your Food, 11 a.m., library.

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K.S. Whitney Excavation Sitework – Septic Systems Materials delivered Kevin 207-647-3824

EXERCISE/FITNESS Dee’s BodyCraft Personal Training, Aerobics, Pilates Certified – Experienced Bridgton 647-9599

FLIGHT INSTRUCTION Sheila Rollins Private/instrument/multi-engine instructor Flight training – Ground school Flight review 583-6074

FOUNDATIONS Barry Concrete Foundations Tim Barry Inc. Poured foundations – Frost walls Bridgton 207-650-3507 tbconcrete@myfairpoint.net Henry’s Concrete Construction Foundations, Slabs, Floors Harrison Tel. 583-4896 J. B. Concrete Bill O’Brien Poured Foundations 207-647-5940

HAIRDRESSERS Victoria’s Hairitage One Beavercreek Farm Rd (top of Packard’s Hill – Rte. 302) Vicki Crosby Owner/Stylist Jessica Zaidman Color Specialist 647-8355

HEATING A –1 Thompson’s Services LLC Cleanings and repairs, Boilers Furnaces, Monitors, Oil tanks New installations, 24 hr burner service Licensed and insured 207-693-7011 Bass Heating Oil Burner Service Sales and Installations Waterford (207) 595-8829 Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Monitor Heaters Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

INSULATION Newhall Construction Blown-in insulation Air-sealing – BPI trained Shawn 743-6379 Western Me. Insulation Inc Batts, blown or foamed Over 30 yrs experience Free estimates – fully insured 7 days a week – 693-3585

INSURANCE

Bouchard Electric Co. Mike Bouchard – Master Electrician Generators All types of wiring Lakes Region 583-9009

Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home/Auto/Commercial 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745

D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Residential/Commercial/Industrial Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Bridgton 207-647-5012

Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Bridgton 647-9435 McIver Electric “Your on time every time electricians” 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 647-3664 www.mciverelectric.net R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 24 hour Emergency Service Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 David K. Moynihan Master Electrician Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016

Douglass Construction Inc. Custom Homes/Remodeling/Drawings Stanford Electric 30 years exp. in Lakes Region Phil Douglass, 647-3732 - Jeff Douglass, 647-9543 Commercial, Industrial and Residential Wiring – Generators Sweden Rd. Bridgton Naples 693-4595 Jeff Hadley Builder Tuomi Electric Jerry’s Carpentry & Painting New homes, remodels, additions Chip Tuomi, Electrical Contractor Carpenter & General Contractor Painting, drywall, roofing, siding Residential & Commercial Log homes – decks – remodeling Kitchens, tile & wood floors Harrison 583-4728 Fully insured – Free estimates – 207-527-2552 Fully insured – free estimates 27 yrs. experience 207-583-4460 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Northern Extremes Carpentry Custom Decks – Additions Quality Custom Carpentry Bonney Staffing & Training Center Remodeling – Free Estimates Temporary & Direct Hire Placements Specializing in remodeling & additions Log Hunting and Fishing Camps Call us with your staffing needs Jeff Juneau Naples Insured Bridgton 647-5028 Rte. 302 Windham 892-2286 207-655-5903 Robert E. Guy General Carpentry – Additions Repairs – Remodeling www.bobguy@myfairpoint.net Harrison 743-5120 239-4804 (cell)

Shop Fashion Show, 7 p.m., Lovell United Church, Rte. 5 Aug. 17 — Moderate walk to investigate black bear signs, 9 a.m., Bishop’s Cardinal Reserve on Horseshoe Pond Road.

Aug. 17 — Lovell Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wicked Good Store, Rte. 5.

FMI: 452-2772.

Aug. 17 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 to 7 p.m., Lovell Firehouse, 3880 Hatch Rd. FMI: 1-800-482-0743.

Aug. 17 — Natural history series, 7:30 p.m., library.

Aug. 18 — Active walk at Back Pond Reserve, 10 a.m., Five Kezars Watershed.

NAPLES Aug. 11, 18 — Musical Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Aug. 11. 18 — Rainy Day Movie, 2 p.m., library.

Aug. 11, 18 — Pajama Storytime, 6 p.m., library. FMI: 693-6841.

Aug. 12 — End of Summer Reading Program Finale, 11 a.m. to noon, library.

Harrison Insurance Agency Full Service Agency 100 Main Street, Bridgton 583-2222 Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

Chapman’s Lawn & Yard Works Mowing - Cleanup - Brush Cutting Debris removal – Bark mulch Blaine Chapman 647-5255 Dawn’s Lawns & Landscaping 25+ years experience Fully insured Dawn Munn-Latendresse 583-4793

LP GAS Bridgton Bottled Gas LP Gas Cylinders/Service Route 302 Bridgton 207-647-2029 Country Gas, Inc. LP Gas Bulk/Cylinders Box 300, Denmark Tel. 452-2151 Maingas Your Propane Specialist 1-800-648-9189

MASONRY D & D Masonry Chimneys/fireplaces/walks/etc.

Fully insured Free estimates Darryl & Doug Hunt 693-5060

MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net – Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 – 671-2556 (cell)

MUSIC LESSONS Up Scale Music Studio Piano Lessons – All Levels Composition-Theory-Transcription Evan 647-9599

OFFICE SUPPLIES The Printery General line of office supplies In stock or special orders Rubber stamps - Fax Service - Labels Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

OIL DEALERS Dead River Co. Range & Fuel Oil Oil Burner Service Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton McBurnie Oil/Casco Oil Delivery and Service Denmark, Maine Tel. 207-452- 2151

PAINTING CONTRACTORS Bob Champagne Painting/papering/some carpentry Small jobs – reasonable rates Lead safe certified 26 Zion Hill Rd, Bridgton, 207-647-5571 George Jones Quality Painters Interior/Exterior – Fully Insured Free Estimates Excellent References 207-318-3245 Gotcha Covered Painting Interior/exterior-deck refinish-powerwash Serving the Lakes Region over 15 years Free estimates Kevin 693-3684 Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates 207-527-2552 Peter Moran Professional painting contractor Interior and Exterior Bridgton 207-332-7966

PET GROOMING

Southern Maine Retirement Services Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Life and Long-Term Care Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340

Dawg Gone Gorgeous Small dog grooming & boarding 85 Roosevelt Tr., Naples, Me 04055 www.suej-59@hotmail.com 693-4933

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Bridgton Veterinary Kennels Boarding Route 117, Bridgton, Me. Tel. 647-8804

A Plus Plumbing & Heating Inc. Plumbing Supplies – LP Gas BBQ Gas Grill Parts & Access.

Portland St., Bridgton 647-2029

Wiley Road Kennels Groom & Board Wiley Rd, Naples 207-693-3394

Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Specializing in repair service in The Lake Region 647-4436

LANDSCAPING Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscaping Organic gardening, design/maintenance Creative stonework, property watch 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com

LAWN MAINTENANCE August Lawn Mowing Commercial & residential Field mowing Gary & Aaron Silverblade 452-2989

Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423

PRINTING The Printery Single Color to Multi-Color Business Cards - Letterheads Brochures - Forms - Booklets Wedding Announcements Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

RAYMOND Aug. 14 — Lighthouse Jubilees, 6 p.m., Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Roosevelt Trail.

Aug. 20 — Invasive Plant Patrol Workshop, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Christ Chapel Church, Northern Pines Rd. SEBAGO Aug. 13 — Sebago Historical Society, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 347 Convene Rd. SWEDEN Aug. 13 — Sweden Historical Society Yard Sale, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Town Meeting House. FMI: 647-3970.

Aug. 15 — Story Hour for Pre-schoolers, 9:30 a.m., library.

WATERFORD Aug. 14 — Waterford World’s Fair Association Meeting, 2 p.m., fairgrounds.

Aug. 15 — Storytime Program, 1 p.m., library. FMI: 583-2050.

CALENDAR, Page D REAL ESTATE Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

REAL ESTATE Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Properties “At the Lights in Naples” Waterfront, Residential Commercial & Land 207-693-7000 Oberg Agency Residential, Business,Lake Shore Property 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417 Bridgton Trash & Rubbish Service Serving Bridgton Weekly pick-ups Tel. 207-595-4606

SELF STORAGE Bridgton Storage 409 Portland Rd 28 units & 4000’ open barn Bridgton 647-3206 JB Self Storage Rt. 5 Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING Bridgton Septic Pumping Free Estimates 647-3356 329-8944 Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546

SURVEYORS F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates Surveying, Land Planning P.O. Box 113, Route 5 Lovell, ME 207-925-1468 Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Land Information Services P.O. Box 485, Harrison, Maine Off: 583-6159 D. A. Maxfield Jr., P.L.S. Over 10,000 surveys on file Pioneer Surveying & Mapping Services Boundary/topographic/construction surveys Commercial/residential Kenneth Farrar PLS PO Box 368, W Paris ME 04289 674-2351

TOWING Stuart Automotive Free Junk Car Removal 838-9569

TREE SERVICE Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Crane-licensed & fully insured Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Complete tree service – free estimates Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Licensed and insured – Utility and Landscape Arborist Waterford ME – 583-2474

VETERINARY N. D. Beury, DVM Spay/Neuter – Well-pet care North Bridgton For Appointment 583-2121 Bridgton Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Rt. 117, Bridgton, ME 647-8804 Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244 Norway Veterinary Hospital Naples Clinic Corner Rte. 302 & Lambs Mill Rd.

By Appointment 693-3135 Rozzie May Animal Alliance Low-cost spay/neuter www.rozziemay.org - Conway, NH By appointment 603-447-1373

WELDING Welding Repair Services Aluminum, stainless, steel Tig, mig, brazing, soldering Route 114, Naples 712-3391

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HOURS: Mon-Thurs 7-4 Garry and Gloria Allen, owners Cor. Smith Ave. & Ballard St. Bus. 207-647-2511 Bridgton Home 207-647-5704

By Ron Fryer Special to The News It seems that just yesterday we moved to Bridgton and into our old farmhouse. It had to accommodate Fran and me, our children, three felines, a pool table and a piano. The only requirement was five acres. These characteristics led us to a nice location with some nice extras as it turned out.

Over the years, the seasonal changes opened quite a new world from our previous urban and suburban homes.

The difference from our coastal Massachusetts weather and the experiences in urban New Jersey and southeast Tennessee were quite a change.

I soon saw April 1 as the transition between winter and the next two seasons of the year. I became aware of flocks of robins showing up on the lawn successfully digging for worms as the snow melted and the ground thawed. The budding process of the flowers, bushes, and trees came slowly into play. Our pear and apple trees bud, flower and lose their petals. The huge lilac bushes join in and the bridle wreaths next. The huge iris bed is having a good year, as well as the many colonies that have shown

up in various places. The wild roses transplanted not far from the iris bed are finally coming along well. They too are sending out colonies like the original wild ones we initially spotted across the street along the fieldstone wall. Everything grows in Maine; maybe a gross exaggeration to describes species but not new colonies, starting with lilacs. The lilacs replanted along the street are growing with their own maples, now topping them off like those seen on the tops of skyscrapers.

Of course, the deciduous trees follow, and seem to be advancing towards us in the backyard. The birds from away join the locals at the feeders and on the ground. Having been aware of some birds eating the petals up in the apple tree, we noted the Bohemian Waxwing, Baltimore Oriole,

Indigo Bunting, and Redbreasted Grosbeak. We first noticed the flowers and little branches moving and then we are able to distinguish the individual birds. Their presence is like the setting sun as it happens and it is over. I suspect that if we sit with our bird binoculars all day long we can find them more easily. Maybe we should do that next year.

From another view, we can see the field slowly green over and start growing. Across the field the various deciduous trees are blossoming and filling in the edge first and working their way up the hillside. Soon the leaves are all in bloom and summer is upon us.

Every year, I have to remind myself to be aware of the length of the days three weeks either side of the summer solstice. It certainly isn’t like St. Petersburg, Russia, where they

By Paul LePage Governor of Maine Maine taxpayers have a right to a state government they can trust and afford.

When I was handed a $1 billion dollar deficit, I promised the people of Maine I would close the budget gap with no new taxes or fee increases. This is a promise I kept because Maine families simply can’t afford more job-killing tax increases.

In an effort to create a more affordable government, I have asked my commissioners to examine their departments and programs to set and meet goals designed to ensure tax dollars are spent wisely.

Spending reduction targets have been created for state agen-

cies receiving taxpayer dollars.

Commissioners are encouraged to look at all possible options for achieving savings, including the elimination of administrative red tape and other functions that are determined to be excessive, redundant and inefficient.

In order to take a close look at where your money is going, state government must move toward a zero-based budgeting system. By starting from the bottom, we will be able to track and locate what is working and what isn’t.

In June, I signed the budget that called for a task force to be formed. The 12-member group is named the “Streamline and Prioritize Core Government Services Task Force.” Simply

put, their goal is to find at least $25 million in government savings, and quite frankly, I expect it to be four times that amount.

The bipartisan team is made up of knowledgeable folks who are familiar with the task at hand. Sawin Millett, commissioner of the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, serves as committee chairman, and there is representation from each side of the aisle as well as an independent. There is no doubt their work will be daunting, but each person is committed to the job.

In December, the task force is expected to have its recom-

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mendations complete. At that time, they will be reported to the Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs.

For too long, Mainers have footed the bill for duplicated government programs and purchasing, questionable travel reimbursements and departments that have little to show for the millions in tax dollars they receive. It’s time to identify the waste and abuse of your tax dollars.

We will create a better Maine for our children and grandchildren, and you have my word, I am working to make that happen.

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enjoy the midnight sun, but then we don’t have days where there is practically no sunlight in the deepest winter. But, our winter is another story in itself, five months long by my counting from Nov. 1 to March 31.

We’ll save that description for the emotional highs — and lows — for another time. I do have to add that living in the country in Bridgton makes one aware of the seasonal changes.

With our high civilization of industrial food, heated houses, air-conditioned cars, and enclosed malls and parking, we have lost touch with our inner self, that which grew out of our years as hunter-gathers About mid August — I tend to remember Aug. 15 — I detect a slight diminution in the intensity of the green of the leaves. From there until just after Columbus Day, we enjoy the color change in the leaves as the process goes on at different rates, depending on the tree species and elevation.

Within a few days the rain and wind will start the removal of the dead leaves until sometime later with winter upon us, they will mostly blow away.

Ronald J. Fryer is a resident of Bridgton.

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(Continued from Page D) Aug. 20 — Dance with The Rockin’ Roadrunners, 8 p.m., Waterrford World’s Fair fairgrounds, Green Rd. FMI: 8907669.

AREA EVENTS Aug. 11, 18 — Norway Farmers’ Market, 2-6 p.m., Cottage St., Norway.

Aug. 12, 19 — Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club, 9:15 a.m., Rec. bldg., King St., Oxford. FMI: 783-4153, 743-9153.

Aug. 12, 19 — Poland Farmers’ Market, 2 to 6 p.m., Rte. 26.

Aug. 12 — Benefit show for Debi Irons of Art Moves Dance Studio, 7 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, So. Paris.

Aug. 13 — Hosta and Honey Fest, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., McLaughlin Garden, So. Paris.

Aug. 13, 20 — Fox School Farmers’ Market, 9-1, Fox School, East Main St., So. Paris. FMI: 674-5903.

Aug. 13, 20 — Beginning Knitters, 10 to 11 a.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

Aug. 13 — Quilt Show by Oxford Historical Society, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Center Meeting House, Oxford, corner Rtes.

26 and 121. 539-2616, 5394451.

Aug. 13 — Bridgton High School Class of ‘56 Class Reunion, noon, Cyndi’s Dockside Restaurant, 723 Main St., Poland Spring. FMI: 627-4992.

Aug. 13 — “Burned into Memory,” the Brownfield/ Fryeburg/Hiram fires as told by storyteller Jo Radner, 2:30 p.m., Hiram Historical Society, 20 Historical Ridge, off Schoolhouse Rd. opposite fire dept. Open house from 2 to 5 p.m.

Aug. 13 — Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District annual meeting, social time 5:30 p.m., followed by 6 p.m. dinner and awards, First Congregational Church, So. Paris. FMI: 743-5789, ext.

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Aug. 14 — Open house at Finnish-American Center, 2 to 4 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St., West Paris.

Aug. 14 — Second annual Kids’ Baseball and Softball Clinic to benefit REACH, grades 2-8, 2-4 p.m., Gouin Field, So. Paris. FMI: 743-

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Aug. 14 — Fifth annual Police vs. Firefighters Softball Game to benefit REACH, w/Dunk Tank, 50/50 raffle, snack shack, 4 p.m., Gouin Field, So. Paris.

FMI: 743-9777.

Aug. 14 — Free potluck dinner & celebration of Alan Day Community Garden, 6 p.m., garden at 26 Whitman St., Norway.

Aug. 15 — Preserving food from your garden, talk by UNH Cooperative Extension, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. Aug. 16 — Christian Women United luncheon with speaker Brenda Lamb, Bridgton, 11:30 a.m., First Congregational Church, So. Paris. FMI: 743-5770.

Aug. 16 — What lies at the bottom of Norway Lake? Talk

by Chris and Dennis Yates, 7 p.m., Norway Historical Society, Main Street. FMI: 743-7377.

Aug. 16 — Slide Show

by David Gavotski on the Weeks Act (forming of White Mountain National Forest), 7 p.m., Chatham Town House, Chatham, N.H. Aug. 17 — Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

Aug. 17 — Introductory Invasive Plant Patrol Workshop, 2:30 to 8 p.m., Sacopee Valley Middle School cafeteria, 137 So. Hiram Rd., Hiram. FMI: 783-7733.

Aug. 17 — Storyteller Odds Bodkin, 4 p.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. Aug. 18 — Lifeguard Training Review Course, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saint Joseph College, Standish. FMI: 8936615.

Aug. 19 — Province Lake Golf Jimmy Fund Classic, starts 9 a.m., Province Lake Golf Club, Parsonsfield. FMI: 866-521-4653.

Aug. 20 — Summer Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Poland Community Church, 1212 Main St., Poland, across from Ricker Library.

Aug. 20 — Child Safety Seat Inspections, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Norway Fire Department.

FMI: 743-1562, ext. 6951.

Aug. 20 — R & R Spinners spinning demonstration, 10 a.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester.

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The Circuit Breaker Program

As of Aug. 1, Mainers can apply for the 2010 Maine Residents Property Tax and Rent Refund Program, also known as the Circuit Breaker Program. This is, in my opinion, the best tax relief program offered by the State of Maine.

When people complain to me about taxes, far and away the one they mention most is their property tax, and that is what this program targets.

The Circuit Breaker Program allows Maine residents who paid a high percentage of their income for property tax or rent in 2010 to apply for a refund from the state. To give you an idea of the kind of numbers involved, last year 2,118 residents of my Senate District received a refund, and their average check was for $504. This kind of money can make a real difference in these tough times.

You may qualify for a refund if: • You do not have a spouse or dependents and your 2010 household income was $64,950 or less; • Or, you have a spouse

People’s veto

(Continued from Page D) mail by requesting an application from their municipal office — you can do it all without leaving home. To make voting easier for the elderly, Maine law requires municipal clerks to visit all licensed nursing homes and residential care facilities in their district during the 30 days before an election. This gives residents the opportunity to register and cast an absentee ballot.

The right to vote carries an implicit obligation to treat that right responsibly. Registering to vote before an election is a small, reasonable step that should present no problem to those who take their civic duty seriously. Registering to vote in Maine is easy, and frankly it’s insulting to suggest people in this state, who pride themselves on being an independent breed, are incapable of handling it.

State Representative Ralph Sarty (R-Denmark), a former Maine State Trooper, serves on two legislative committees — Judiciary and Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.

Views from Senate

by Bill Diamond State Senator, D-Windham

or dependents and your 2010 household income was $86,600 or less.

For homeowners that meet these income guidelines, your 2010 property tax must have been more than 4% of your 2010 household income.

For renters, your 2010 rent must have been more than 20% of your 2010 household income. Low-income seniors may qualify even if they don’t meet the 4% of income as tax or 20% of income as rent requirement.

If you are over 65 and have an income below $14,700 and live alone, or if your household income is below $18,200 if you are living with a spouse or dependent, then you may still qualify for a refund.

This is a really great program for those who qualify, and Maine Revenue Services estimates that around 200,000 Maine households do. This year, the maximum refund is $1,600, so it is worth the few minutes it takes to fill out the application if you think might qualify. You can get an application form online at www.maine.gov/ revenue/taxrelief/or by calling Maine Revenue Services at 626-8475. The deadline for applications for the 2010 tax year is May 31, 2012, but the amount of money is

limited, so apply soon!

Remember if there is anything I can do for you in Augusta, or there is anything I can help you with, you can call my office at the State House at 287-1515 or visit my website, www.mainesenate.org/diamond to send me an e-mail.

Senator Bill Diamond is a resident of Windham, and serves the District 12 communities of Casco, Frye WIN THIS HANDMADE MAINE QUILT — in a raffle that is ending soon at the Naples Island, Raymond, Standish, Public Library. Get your tickets at the library on Route 302; for more information, e-mail Library Assistant Regina Tremblay at naplesliba@hotmail.com Windham and Hollis.

The BIW workforce

The dedicated workers at Bath Iron Works and the great State of Maine recently received tremendous news that the U.S. Department of the Navy has agreed to award contracts to construct the final two Zumwaltclass destroyers at the iconic shipyard.

I learned of the agreement when the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition, Sean Stackley, called me to deliver this announcement.

It has been a long, hard road to reach this point. I have been a steadfast advocate for building the DDG-1000s at Bath Iron Works, and over the past year I repeatedly emphasized the service to reach agreements with

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Bath to construct the final two destroyers in numerous discussions with senior Navy officials, including the Secretary of the Navy. As a former member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and now a senior member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, I appreciate the Navy’s careful attention to this matter and am delighted that the Department has decided to entrust the completion of the DDG-1000 program to the first-class workforce at Bath Iron Works.

Simply put, construction of the DDG-1001 and DDG-1002 destroyers will ensure good paying jobs for Mainers and the delivery of quality ships for our nation’s Navy. During these challenging economic times, where the country has seen 24 months of unemployment hovering around 9 percent, this news could not be more welcomed for our state.

BIW has been a leader in cost reduction historically and continues to innovate and implement a number of initiatives to reduce costs. For example, over

Views from Senate

by Olympia Snowe United States Senator

the past several years, BIW’s workers have increased production efficiency on the DDG-51 program by 40 percent. In fact, former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates traveled to Bath himself in 2009 and, as he said at the end of a meeting with the hardworking men and women at the yard, made the assurance that there is plenty of work to be done here for “a considerable number of years into the future.” And we want to keep it that way!

For more than 120 years, the Bath Iron Works team has led the shipbuilding industry in designing and building superior surface combatants for the U.S. Navy.

Like so many other Mainers, I feel a deep sense of pride in the men and women who work so hard at the shipyard, and I am awed by BIW’s rich history and commitment to excellence

every time I visit. Just this past May, I attended the christening of a destroyer built at Bath and named in honor of the late U.S. Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael Murphy, a posthumous Medal of Honor recipient. As I said then, I say now: Bath Iron Works is an irreplaceable asset for America’s defense that is second to none!

Time and again, I have heard from Naval officers that they and their crews alike simply know when they are serving on a Bathbuilt ship.

We need a robust Navy to project our nation’s power where we need it, and Bath Iron Works is at the forefront of meeting this requirement. All of us in Maine and indeed across the country can rest assured that the men and women of BIW will continue to make their invaluable contribution to our national security.

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