BN35090111

Vision for Portland Road Residents endorse ideas during last week’s planning charette Page 5A

H.S. sports return

Inside News

Today officially marks the start of the fall high school sports season.

Coaches offer their outlooks

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . 5D

Page 1C

Classifieds . . . . . . 4D-5D Country Living . . . 5B-9B Directory . . . . . . . . . . 8D Obituaries . . . . . . . . . 6D Opinions . . . . . . . 1D-2D Police/Court . . . . . . . . 6A Sports . . . . . . . . . 1C-8C Student News . . 9B-10B Towns . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B Weather . . . . . . . . . . . 5D

www.bridgton.com Vol. 142, No. 35

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

36 PAGES - 4 Sections

Bridgton, Maine

September 1, 2011

(USPS 065-020)

SIXTY CENTS

Couple’s deaths likely from carbon monoxide

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer RAYMOND — The deaths of an elderly couple in their eighties at their home off Raymond Cape Road here earlier this week were likely the result of carbon monoxide poisoning, according to police.

Deputies from the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office and Fire and Rescue personnel from the Raymond

Fire Department responded to 76 Musson Road around 1:30 Tuesday afternoon, following a report of an unconscious male inside the residence.

First reports indicated that a neighbor had been at the residence Tuesday, Aug. 30 to check on the occupants who hadn’t been heard from that day. When the neighbor arrived on scene he found the unconscious elderly male and

female inside the home.

The couple were identified as Lewis Somers III, 85, and his wife, Elizabeth Somers, 84, of Lafayette, Pa. The couple live in Pennsylvania, but have a seasonal home in Raymond.

Raymond firefighters entered the residence and confirmed that the two occupants were in fact deceased. Firefighters COUPLE, Page A

Burned home hot topic

By Dawn De Busk Staff writer CASCO – Property owner Mike London isn’t happy with the burned-out home in his neighborhood.

It has been an eyesore since

a fire happened four months ago. He has grandchildren who visit his home and yard off Tenney Hill Road. He thinks asbestos in the air is an issue.

There is another thing that

Roof resides on lawn — The pitched snow roof of this mobile home sits on the lawn in Casco. Late afternoon on Sunday, the roof succumbed to a strong gust of wind as Tropical Storm Irene blew through Maine. The owner, who rents out the home, said, “The good news is is bugging London about the Hancock is still making lumber every day; and no one was hurt.”

(De Busk Photo) structurally unsafe home and charred ruins strewn across the property. Older children with less supervision have been going inside the building and trespassing on the lot, he said.

It is not just pre-teens who are lured by the burned building sitting right off a main road. Adults, too, are piqued

By Wayne E. Rivet by curiosity about what is left Staff Writer behind after a fire demolished When Clint Libby heard a the seasonal home. “cracking” noise, he and his The structure — if left as it is — would continue to wife immediately wrapped their be an invitation for disaster, arms around their children and went to the floor of their ranchLondon said.

“I would hope the town style home on Cross Street in would get it knocked down Bridgton.

Seconds later, they heard a because of the safety issue, thud and felt the home move. and the hazardous material A towering pine tree had issue,” London told town offisnapped midday on Sunday as cials recently.

The Casco Board of the result of Hurricane Irene’s Selectmen authorized the powerful wind. The tree landed town to pursue the legal noti- on the home’s roof. Luckily, the fication process requesting roof managed to absorb the blow, the landowner to remedy the and no one was injured.

“I think it moved the house situation. off the foundation,” Libby said.

There is a long process, “The good news, of course, is HOME, Page A that no one was hurt.”

Irene’s fury

Region picks up the pieces

EYESORE & SAFETY HAZARD — Off Tenney Hill Road, the remains of this fire-ravaged home sit as an open door to trespassers. In August, neighbors asked the Town of Casco to request that the homeowner remove the structure – because it poses a safety issue in the community.

(De Busk Photo)

Sebago Lake State Park closed until Fri. due to storm

Hurricane Irene won’t keep campers from enjoying Labor Day weekend.

Damaged more extensively than first realized, Maine’s most popular state park campground may open in time for the upcoming Labor Day weekend, according to officials with the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL), under the Maine Department of Conservation

(MDOC).

Sebago Lake State Park, known for its sandy, lakefront beaches and extensive campground — a traditional favorite with Maine residents and visitors alike — will remain closed until Friday, Sept. 2, because of the amount of tree damage at the park and the lack of power caused by Tropical Storm Irene, according to Will Harris, BPL

director.

“We would like people to come and enjoy the last weekend of summer with us,” Harris said Tuesday. “We’re working as hard as we can to make that a reality.”

A crew of 24, including BPL staff, Maine Forest Service forest rangers, and Maine Conservation Corps, plus campSTATE PARK, Page A

Gusting wind raised havoc across the Lake Region, knocking down trees and causing scattered power outages. Central Maine Power initially reported that 187,000 customers were without electricity as of 9 p.m. Sunday.

York (44,545) and Cumberland (34,330) counties led the outage count.

According to the CMP website, the following number of roads were still without power as of 8:31 a.m. Wednesday (note: these figures represent only reports made by customers. Actual locations with outages could be more extensive than indicated): Bridgton 80, Harrison 39, Naples 106, Casco 87, Fryeburg 27 and Denmark 43.

At press time (noon), the numbers were: Bridgton 73, Harrison 20, Naples 103, Casco 87, Fryeburg 20 and Denmark 41.

CMP set a goal of complete recovery by Thursday night.

CHECKING THE DAMAGE — Clint Libby of Bridgton Some notable facts: • As of Wednesday, additional checks a tall pine tree that snapped and a portion landed on his home’s roof Sunday afternoon.

(Rivet Photo) HURRICANE, Page A

Airport: In good shape

HONORED FOR 50 YEARS OF AVIATION SAFETY — at the Eastern Slope Airport Authority’s annual dinner on Aug. 19 was Robert F. Mahanor, (at left) who was presented a commemorative framed certificate by Bill Gianetta, (at right), Operations Unit Supervisor for the Federal Aviation Administration office in Portland.

(Ackley Photo)

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer FRYEBURG — The art and business of flying are in very good shape at the local airport, Eastern Slope Airport Authority Chairman Don Thibodeau told attendees at the recent annual dinner held inside a hangar here.

Earlier this year, Mary Build, owner and operator of Western Maine Aviation LLC, was named the ESA’s new fixed base operator.

Thibodeau said Aug. 19, “We’ve made a giant leap forward, with our new FBO (Fixed Base Operator). We are very proud and lucky to

have Mary here with us. She has great credentials in the shop and a good background.

Both mechanics have turbine (engine) experience. She’s done a great job of manning the office. She’s running a fabulous FBO,” he said, praising “the enthusiasm she brings.”

Announcing that the airport is going to be offering JetA fuel, Chairman Thibodeau stated, “Now we’re going to give Mary an opportunity to take this airport another step.

Some of you may have seen the Jet-A fuel tank outside.

We found a tractor-trailer to AIRPORT, Page A

The Bridgton News Established 1870

P.O. Box 244, 118 Main St. Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2851 Fax: 207-647-5001 bnews@roadrunner.com

Area news

Page A, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Place where love of cigars celebrated

A PERFECT MATCH — Sitting on the front steps of the historic William Perry House with building owner Steve Stevens, left, and in rear, Chamber Executive Director Jim Mains Jr. and Alan Manoian, director of Bridgton’s Office of Economic and Community Development, are entrepreneuring couple Kristin and Jim Apovian, who are opening a cigar shop and lounge in the downstairs space. The Grand Opening of the William Perry Cigar Lounge will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Jim Apovian’s jaw dropped when he first laid eyes on the majestic William Perry House on Main Hill in downtown Bridgton.

The huge historic VictorianItalianate-style building, once the town hospital, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

“You mean this building? Oh my God, this is it. This is what I wanted,” he thought.

The New Hampshire jeweler and his wife, Kristin, have had a dream for some years now, to open a cigar lounge — a place for cigar aficionados to buy a premium, handmade cigar, then sit back, relax and enjoy some good company among fellow aficionados. He and his wife met six years ago in a cigar lounge in downtown New Hampshire, after all. They’d been spending their summers in Bridgton for years, and had fallen in love with the town.

But like many who dream, he was hesitant to pull the trigger on his plan.

Six weeks ago, Apovian had just about given up trying to negotiate a lease for a cigar shop and lounge further down Main Street, in Kit Foster’s building.

Foster was concerned that cigar smoke would permeate through the walls to his other tenants, such as Winterford Galleries.

It was a legitimate concern, Apovian admits.

He was just about to give up when the leasing agent gave him Alan Manoian’s number.

Manoian? “He’s Armenian, like me,” Apovian thought. “It’s a done deal. We have a code,” he joked Saturday, while meeting at the Main Hill house with Manoian, the town’s director of Economic and Community Development.

With them was Kristin, their two daughters Kelsey, 11, and Izabell, 5, the building’s owner, Richard G. “Steve” Stevens Jr. and Jim Mains Jr., executive director of the Greater Bridgton-Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce — the latter a cigar smoker himself.

All were celebrating the real-

ization of a vision — for ever since Stevens decided to tackle the building’s restoration nearly a year ago, it was hoped that it would be able to be used as a social gathering place.

Manoian said, “It’s going to be the most wonderful uplifting moment, to drive up Main Hill and see those windows illuminated” in the 1860 house, which served as the town’s hospital from the 1940s through the 1960s. A soft opening is set for Saturday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the grand opening planned for Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. — opening day of the Fryeburg Fair.

“Cigar smokers tend to travel in packs. It’s a social engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re from. The cigar is the social bond. And it’s something relaxing to do after a stressful day,” said Apovian, who will be taking over 1,500 square feet of the downstairs.

He’ll use the two high-ceilinged rooms off the main stairs as separate smoking lounges and convert the former kitchen as retail space, to sell a wide variety of quality Central American cigars — a cut well above the domestic, machine-made cigars sold at convenience stores. He’ll also sell pipes, pipe tobacco, humidors and cigar accessories, but there’ll be no cigarette sales or cigarette smoking allowed.

Eventually, he plans to open a jewelry sales and repair business in another room in the back, and open up yet another room to sell specialty wines.

But for now, his focus will be on cigars. Hardwood flooring will be installed to replace the carpeting, and smoke ventilations systems will be installed in both lounges, where comfortable stuffed chairs will be arranged to encourage socializing. One room will be a sports lounge, with two TVs at either end; a second, larger lounge will be reserved for quieter conversations, perhaps over a game of chess, or for reading a book or surfing the Web using their WiFi connection. Humidor lockers will even-

tually be provided for customers, so they can keep their favorite cigars fresh at the waiting.

Building a rapport Apovian, who has a smiling, engaging personality, will spend time getting to know his customers (who must be 18 or older) and building a rapport, so he can meet their needs. He smokes a San Cristobal, by Ashton, a heavy, bold cigar. But there are hundreds of brands and varieties of cigars, from light to heavy, mellow to bold. Individual tastes and budget usually determine the type of stogie one smokes.

“My job is to find that perfect cigar for their taste buds, whether you’re smoking a $2 cigar or a $200 cigar,” he said. His prices will average from $4 to $35 a cigar. Cigars from Nicaragua, Honduras and the Dominican Republic are best, he said; the much-celebrated Cuban cigar is illegal. The Apovians are confident they have a market for their business, since the closest place you can buy a good cigar is Freeport, and the closest cigar lounge they’re aware of is in Biddeford.

“There are a lot of closet cigar smokers” everywhere, and more women cigar smokers than one might imagine, he said.

A different breed Cigar smokers are of a different breed than cigarette smokers, said Apovian, who credits his best friend, Joe Moscarito of North Carolina, with helping him realize his dream of a cigar lounge. Cigars are not inhaled, for one thing; the flavor is meant to be appreciated in the mouth as one relaxes. “We want people to take a step in, and take a step back” from their busy day and relax in the presence of a historic building, he said.

If people want to bring their own cigars to the lounge, rather than buy them there, that’s fine, said Apovian, but there will be a “cutting fee” assessed. That means the head of the cigar is clipped to allow the smoke to travel from front to back. Soda, water and coffee will be offered for sale, but no liquor other than wine, although patrons will be

welcome to bring their own.

The Apovians plan to relocate to Standish, where they and their children have family and friends.

Kristin Apovian works in the medical field and will continue to pursue her career in Maine.

“It had to be the right place, and the right timing,” said Krisin Apovian. “We fell in love with (the William Perry House). There was no way we could not be here.” She welcomes everyone to come and visit, whether they smoke cigars or not; she said the smoke ventilation system will ensure that no one is sitting in a cloud of smoke. “We want this to be a mutually respectful establishment.”

Kristin said her initiation into the cigar-smoking lifestyle came from an appreciation of the relaxation aspect of what she and her husband view as a hobby rather than an addiction. “People take all of these anti-anxiety meds,” when the act of lighting a cigar “almost forces you to slow down and be retrospective.”

New concept, new blood Stevens, with consulting help from Bob McHatton, owns the building with Josiah Pierce. Both have put a lot of sweat equity and their own money into the restoration, which was supported by the town through $28,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to fix the roof.

“Conceptually (the cigar lounge) is exactly what I wanted to accomplish,” in bringing a new business to town, operated by a young professional couple who will be active in the business life of the community, Stevens said. “It’s what I see that Bridgton needs to do, to bring new concepts into town, and new blood, that won’t take away from anybody else.”

Manoian is enthusiastic, and not only because he’s dealing with a fellow Armenian. “I really think this could be the right fit,” he said. “I think this is fate. This is the type of social gathering place that makes the economics of the downtown work, and this is what is going to make redevelopment happen on Main Hill.”

and pedestrians have a tendency to cross Route 302 where it is most convenient.

Last Monday (Aug. 22), the board unanimously approved the addition of one more cross-

walk and bollards along the sidewalks of the Causeway.

This motion followed the 3-2 vote by Causeway Renovation Committee members on Aug. 17 to go ahead with an engineer-approved crosswalk and the installation of bollards.

Bollards are steel posts

spaced six feet apart with decorative chains linking them together. Bollards are used in the walking area of Freeport, and are designed to discourage pedestrians from crossing the street until they get to a crosswalk.

In Naples, the bollards

would be placed on the edge of the sidewalks on the Brandy Pond side of the Causeway.

According to Resident Engineer Craig Hurd, of the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT), crews will not start work on a CROSSWALK, Page A

How to keep pedestrians from straying on Causeway?

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — As a Naples Public Library employee on her lunch break, Christine Powers saw a near collision on the Causeway — and it wasn’t the first time.

“I witnessed an almost accident,” she told fellow members of the Naples Board of Selectmen recently. “Some people were going through the crosswalk from Gazebo Tees, but they didn’t wait for the

traffic to stop.”

Chairman Powers added, “They just yelled at the cars, ‘Crosswalk! Crosswalk!’ The truck behind the first car almost had to run up on the sidewalk to avoid” ramming the suddenly stopped car or injuring the pedestrians standing on Route 302.

Naples selectmen once again approached the topic of crosswalks on the Causeway, where improved pavement has encouraged drivers to speed,

NOW ON SALE

The Bridgton News

Indigo Lotus Yoga Holiday Deadlines

3T33

Therapeutic Yoga/Chi Reisage Community Yoga Classes (207) 831-0868

DISPLAY ADVERTISING

www.indigolotusyoga.com

4T32X

Thursday, Sept. 1st at 4 p.m.

Naples Main Street Cookbook

CLASSIFIED LINE ADS

Tuesday, September 6th at 9:30 a.m.

Available at the

EDITORIAL COPY

Tuesday, September 6th at 9:30 a.m.

A Wide Variety of Yarns, Notions and Buttons OPEN 7 DAYS 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday – Saturday; 12 noon – 5 p.m. Sunday Classes available. www.closeknitsisters.com

TF42

978 Roosevelt Trail, Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6753 Toll Free 1-877-693-6753 www.countrysleigh.com

Open Tues. – Sat., 9 to 5 Closed Sun. & Mon.

Rte. 302, Bridgton • (207) 647-0980

FREE

FLOWER SHOW…

More than just “Mums” for Fall Thurs., Sept. 1 – through Sun., Oct. 9th (Flower Show Hours: Daily 9 to 5)

Come & vote for your favorites!

SEE NEW PLANTS FOR 2012

Mark is available to answer gardening questions, late afternoons and weekends.

• ANNUALS • HERBS • PERENNIALS • TREES •

• TREES • SHRUBS • MULCH • POTTERY & MORE!

• ANNUALS • HERBS • PERENNIALS • TREES • SHRUBS • MULCH • POTTERY & MORE!

1T35

We will be CLOSED Monday, September 5th, in observance of Labor Day.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. 1T35

at the RED BARN OUTLET, Rte. 16, North Conway, NH

1T35

Itʼs Winterization Time!!

When your boating season finally comes to an end, you can trust Naples Marina to care for your vessel through the winter.

We take pride in knowing that we have knowledgeable and friendly staff to serve your winterization, shrink wrapping and storage needs.

CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK

We will always be here for you!

Please call anytime 207-693-6254 3t33

Corner of Rte. 302 & 114 in Naples, Maine (right behind Rick’s Cafe)

Area news

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page A

How to convince pedestrians to use crosswalks? crosswalk, according to Hurd.

The installation of a new crosswalk, which would eliminate three parking spaces, will take about two weeks to complete.

According to Selectman Rick Paraschak, the proposed crosswalk is going to be closer to the Bay of Naples Bridge than the former crosswalk in front of Rick’s Café. The new one will not cross all three lanes of traffic.

Instead, the crosswalk will be located prior to the turning lane from Route 302 to Route 114, he said.

MDOT “will put a small raised island” in the middle, providing pedestrians with a

safe haven when getting from tation department does recomone side to the other during mend crosswalks every 500 heavy traffic periods. feet in places where foot trafThree parking spaces will fic is commonplace. be eliminated because vehiNaples Town Manager cles must be able to pull away Derik Goodine, who has a from each parking spot with- vote on the bridge committee, out backing into a crosswalk, said he voted in the minority. he said.

Goodine said he had an issue MDOT found potential par- with the bollards, which cause allel parking spaces that could cramped quarters on the sidebe located near the bridge, walk when groups of people Paraschak said. However, are passing on the walkways. there was some concern that The bollard chains prevent bigger vehicles would block people from being able to step the scenic views there. aside and make room for onAnother place that could be coming foot traffic. designated for parking would Selectmen brought up the be in front of Gazebo Tees, fact that some people will but that would have to be cross wherever they can — re-striped for that purpose, despite designated crosswalks, Paraschak said. and despite chains dangling at MDOT officials said there knee height between the sideare no state laws governing the walks and gutters. number of crosswalks needed.

Another drawback men“It’s not mandatory, but tioned by Paraschak is that (Continued from Page A) (MDOT is) willing to put one people parking on the Long suspected carbon monoxide poisoning and took a reading with in for the town,” Paraschak Lake side might cross Route a carbon monoxide meter. The levels were extremely high, and a said, adding the state transpor- 302, and have to step over the generator was running in the basement of the home, at the time.

Police said it appeared the house may have been without power, as a result of the recent tropical storm.

“We are early in our investigation, and we suspect, at this time,

By Dawn De Busk rial, and rebuilding on the townthat the high levels of carbon monoxide may have been a contribStaff Writer owned lot. uting factor in the two deaths,” Captain Jeff Davis of the Sheriff’s CASCO — The economic cliCould money play a factor Office said Aug. 30.

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has mate may not nurture public sup- in deciding what to do with the received reports of carbon monoxide poisonings from generators port for salvaging the Memorial building now partially-used for storage? being improperly run in garages in the aftermath of Hurricane School.

People may not want to The most recent estimates indiIrene. With several thousands of Maine households still without power, health officials are reissuing safety warnings for people pay for the other option either: cate renovation costs range wideDemolishing the historical struc- ly with prices between $288,000 using gas-powered generators as alternate power supplies. ture, hauling off hazardous mate- and $864,000; while demolition Carbon monoxide safety “People may be tempted to run their generators in their garages or very close to their home, but this is extremely dangerous,” said State Toxicologist Dr. Andrew Smith. Along with Maine, there have been several reports of carbon monoxide poisonings across the East Coast, including at least one death. All of these poisonings were caused by improper use of generators.

“Gas-powered generators should always be used outside and placed at least 15 feet from windows and doors, including neighboring homes or buildings,” said Smith. “Every home should also have a battery-powered carbon monoxide detector with fresh batteries. This is especially important for those folks running generators right now.”

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas formed when burning most types of fuels. Using gas-powered generators can cause poisoning if CO gas builds up in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, like garages, even if windows and doors are left open.

Warning signs of CO poisoning are flu symptoms like headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion, but no fever. Carbon monoxide poisoning can cause coma and death.

How to prevent CO poisoning during power outages Place the generator outdoors in the fresh air. Keep it at least 15 feet from windows or doors. Do not put a generator in a closed or partly-closed space, like a basement, cellar bulkhead, or attached garage. Carbon monoxide can build up to dangerous levels in these spaces.

Do not use outdoor cooking devices, such as grills or camp stoves, indoors.

Place a carbon monoxide detector that is battery powered (or has battery back-up power) outside each sleeping area. CO detectors are available in most stores. Look for the UL mark with TROUBLE SPOT — This room in the Casco Memorial School is one of the few areas with apparent roof damage. the “Single Station Carbon Monoxide Alarm” statement.

(De Busk photo) If you suspect CO poisoning Leave the house at once.

Call the fire department or 911.

Get medical attention.

Call the Poison Center (1-800-222-1222) or your doctor after you leave the house.

Do not go back into the building until the fire department tells you it is safe.

(Continued from Page A) new crosswalk until after the last weekend of the Fryeburg Fair in October.

The reasoning behind the wait — MDOT has an agreement with the Town of Naples to not close a lane to traffic from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day, he said.

Those lane closure prohibitions also extend to the time the Fryeburg Fair is occurring.

RJ Grondin & Sons would be the subcontractor doing the curb work necessary to put in the crosswalk, while Fine Line Paving & Grading, based in Madison, would be responsible for striping the future

Couple perish

Some pedestrians wave to drivers – making sure vehicles will stop before venturing onto one of the crosswalks on the Naples Causeway. Town officials recently approved the installation of one more crosswalk, which construction crews will put in after the final weekend of the Fryeburg Fair.

(De Busk photo) chains to get to the sidewalk.

“Me personally, they (comBut, most likely those peo- mittee members) endorsed it, ple would find a crosswalk and we shouldn’t stand in their to get back to their parked way,” Paraschak said. vehicle, he said.

Is building worth saving? Check it out

ellia manners, LCPC LICENSED COUNSELOR bridgton, maine ellia@elliamanners.com www.elliamanners.com

brochure available

Anne Treadwell, Stylist/Barber 184 Sweden Rd., Bridgton, ME

207-647-8313

Foils, Colors, Perms, Waxing & More

All Haircuts

J.Crew Paul Mitchell O.P.I. Thurs., Biolage

207-452-2157

Now accepting Debit • Visa • MC • Discover TF27

207.647.3015 TF

Hair Studio of Bridgton

OPEN: Wed. 9–5 Thurs. 9–7 Fri. 9–5 Sat. 9–12

$

*price subject to change

CASCO, Page A

counseling for women

Green 19000 per cord* www.khiellogging.com

sums of money,” Morton said.

Currently, the town budget has “no money approved for construction, no grants to build the building for us. So, it would clearly be the taxpayers’ effort,” he said on Tuesday.

On Aug. 23, Sebago Technics Consultant Owens McCullough gave selectmen a range of price estimates for both options that selectmen has been considering — revamping the building or starting from scratch on the lot.

Renovations could come in between $40 per square foot and $120 per square foot, he said.

The latter cost estimate includes salvaging only the frame of the old school, he said.

The existing building is 7,200 square feet.

Building from the ground up could cost between $130 per

and rebuilding could run the town between $845,000 and $965,000, according to an engineering consultant who was contracted by the town.

Residents have an opportunity today, this weekend, and on Monday to walk through the Memorial School, and see the interior of the building so often discussed at Casco Board of Selectmen meetings. For exact times, go to www.cascomaine. org.

Casco Town Manager David Morton said the biggest hurdle facing this town’s elected officials may not be whether to sit in the camp of renovating or building new, but instead how ­ — and if — to ask taxpayers to get behind the construction project.

Selectmen “will have to determine that political climate before asking the community for large

33 & 35

Fri. & Sat.

1200

$

Contact Nan Brett at:

3t34

Open 7 Days – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m 207-693-4441

HARRY BARKER’S EMPORIUM ANTIQUE GROUP SHOP & HARRY BARKER’S TOO

al

Annu

★ PROGRESSIVE SALE ★

on select Summer Merchandise going on NOW!

Open Daily 10am-5pm (207) 647-4500 142 & 148 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009

EFFECTIVE WEEKEND OF SEPT. 10/11

Fall/Winter Mass Schedule St. Joseph Catholic Church 225 South High St., Bridgton 647-2334

SATURDAY MASS 4:00 P.M. SUNDAY MASS 10:00 A.M.

SACC is open for early release / late arrival days SACC is open for school vacation weeks SACC is open for teacher workshop days SACC is closed for Christmas vacation Please call Linda at 595-6056 for more information or request

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

a registration packed from the office at SBES

857 Main St., Fryeburg

2t35

SUNDAY MASS 8:00 A.M.

2T35

Buy 1… get 20% OFF… Buy 2… get 25% OFF… Buy 3… get 30% OFF… Buy 4 or more… get 40% OFF Buy 5 or more… get 50% OFF NEW FALL MERCHANDISE ARRIVING DAILY Don’t forget to visit the Country Sleigh, located in the back of our building.

978 Roosevelt Trail, Naples, Me 04055 (Located in the front of Country Sleigh)

1T35

50 Main St., Harrison, ME • 207-583-6964 • www.theballroomharrison.com

Area news

Page A, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Manager reports on dispatch switch The switch over from Bridgton Dispatch to the Cumberland County Regional Communications Center in Windham took place at 7 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 22. Here is Bridgton Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz’s report on the changeover made Aug. 23 at the Bridgton Board of Selectmen’s meeting: “After several months of preparations the change over occurred on Monday morning (Aug. 22) around 7 a.m.

Our phone system received an upgrade to include voice mail

and mailboxes for all personnel in the town offices as well as the police and fire departments. In the process we also changed telephone service providers and are now using Time Warner Cable which provides for unlimited long distance calls and a slightly reduced monthly charge. Chief (of Police Kevin) Schofield has worked closely with (Fire Chief Glen) Garland, our IT consultant Chris Sanborn, the County Regional Dispatch team led by Bill Holmes, RCM and Maine Radio Services, Georgiann

Fleck and Laurie Chadbourne, and our own dispatchers, two of whom will continue to work with the County, as we move ahead to assure that our citizens continue to receive the quality of dispatching that had been established in Bridgton. I would also thank our staff throughout the town government for their patience as this move has been a time consumer. We do expect that there may be small glitches which we will address moving ahead. Our community should witness very little has changed if they are in need of emergency

services. As always, call 9-1-1 if you have an emergency.”

The town manager said further, “We know that there will be small problems which will be addressed. We have set up a complaint system and form that we will use to address any problems that arise and track the resolution and report back to the citizen accordingly. If citizens go to the Town’s website they may obtain the complaint form which is also available at the Town Office or by calling the Police Department’s nonemergency line at 647-8814.

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Indian summer is yet to come.

The first substantial snowfall is likely months away.

A decades-old wintertime maintenance contract was recently reviewed and edited by the Naples Board of Selectmen. Last week, selectmen put their stamp of approval on the final version of a snowplowing contract for approximately 45 miles of local

roadway.

The town’s snowplowing contract went out to bid as a three-year agreement — with an option to also offer prices for either a five- or seven-year period, according to Town Manager Derik Goodine.

The paperwork, which has been in the revision process for several months, “talks about a three-year contract, but we could entertain a five- to seven-year contract,” Goodine said.

“We might have a quick special town meeting if we think a longer contract would save us money,” he said.

The board wanted to make it clear that bidders must supply prices for the winter seasons 2011-12, 2012-13 and 2013-14. The first three years were required, while venturing any further into the future was optional for the bidding businesses.

One of the biggest differences from years’ past is that only one bidder will get the job plowing roads as well as maintaining the parking lots for the American Legion and the Town Offices, and the entrance to the public ice skating rink at the Legion Field.

However, the winning bidder can subcontract out the parking lot jobs, Goodine said.

“I would rather deal with one contractor,” he said.

For the past seven years, P & K Sand & Gravel, Inc. has

handled snowplowing on townowned roads, while parking lot maintenance was the responsibility of other local contractors.

Prior to each winter season, the contractor would sit down with town officials and re-prioritize which roads should be cleared of snow first.

“We have lot of people working second and third shifts at the hospital,” Goodine said.

“It’s important to keep Lamb’s Mill and King’s Hill Roads cleared, because people need to get to work before early morning hours. And, they don’t all have SUVs. With gas prices, people are moving away from that,” he said. “Route 35 is our only responsibility. The other major routes are the state’s responsibility.”

Goodine also focused on improving language that deals with mailbox damage from plow trucks — a situation he said

Snowplow contract gets makeover

I

swear by My life! Nothing save that which profiteth them can befall My loved ones. To this testifieth the Pen of God, the Most Powerful, the All-Glorious, the Best Beloved.

— Bahá’u’lláh

www.bahai.org

1st mo #35

R.N. WILLEY & SONS INC.

Bridgton United Methodist Church PO Box 207, 114 Main St., Bridgton, ME 04009 Rev. Nancy Smith, Pastor – phone 647-8380

EXCAVATION

655-7345

1st mo.

Worship, Nursery & Sunday School through grade 5 (new!)

Sunday, 11:00 a.m.

Community Bible Study – Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.

Food Pantry – Tuesday, 11:00 A.M. (FMI phone Debbie at 787-3904)

EOWO27

Sand • Gravel • Loam • Site Work Soil Tests • Septic System Specialists Road Building • Foundations

SNOW PLOW, Page A

CASCO

MUMS ARE READY!!!

1T35

Remodeling Roofing

EOWO

Bridgton 647-5348

W E E K L Y

D R Perennials, Shrubs & Evergreens A W “MIX & MATCH” Buy 3 & Get 1 Free or Buy 5 & Get 3 Free* I N *SALE ENDS ON SATURDAY, SEPT. 3RD. MUMS NOT INCLUDED IN SALE. 718 No. High St., (Rt. 302 near Sam Ingalls Road), W. Bridgton G Hours: Tues. thru Sat., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

207-952-0370 S

CLOSER LOOK — Casco Selectman Paul Edes shows sketches to a Casco resident during an open house Tuesday at the Memorial School. More open houses are scheduled for today, this weekend and Monday.

(De Busk photo)

Casco Memorial

(Continued from Page A) square foot and $150 per square foot, McCullough said. The new building would be approximately 6,500-square feet.

He said he got his numbers from general contractors statewide.

“Right now, the construction costs are all over the map. They can vary quite substantially,” he said.

According to Morton, the same tough economic environment that puts public support on shaky ground does offer one advantage, he said. The town could get the job done for a good price because there are so many contractors eager for work, he said.

The next step on the agenda for Tuesday’s selectmen meeting is to decide how to put the job out to bid.

One option for “going out to bid” would allow the town to design the blueprints, and would require hiring an engineer to assist with doing bid paperwork. Another bid process would put the responsibility on the contractor to design what the town would like and offer bid prices.

During the Aug. 23 meeting, Selectman Tracy Kimball had some questions for McCullough.

“Are we going to renovate on the high end so we get it from the start? Or are we going to spend money on a lower renovation, and spend more in five years? How can we most effectively plan for doing that – if that’s the way we want to go?” she asked.

Kimball said she was still straddling the fence on which option would be best. She said she was among those people planning to go to one of the open house events.

“People are very impassioned on both sides of the argument” of whether to revamp or rebuild, Morton said.

Selectman Paul Edes – who walked through the building during Tuesday’s open house – has sketched his plans for how the existing space could be the new town office.

Edes has favored keeping as much of the building as possible because the floor and the walls and the foundation are sound, he said.

“I’m looking at gutting it right to the studs,” he said.

The renovations would allow builders to increase energy conservation and heat efficiency, he said.

“I could see saving this building – even if it is $20,000 more than building a new one,” Edes said.

If the time is not right for funding a construction project, the selectmen still will have to deal with the leaky roof, according to Morton.

“We will have to make improvements to the roof structure and make the building watertight — sooner than later,” Morton said.

THE BRIDGTON NEWS (BRIDGTON NEWS CORPORATION) Established 1870

P.O. BOX 244 • BRIDGTON, ME 04009 207-647-2851 207-647-8166 Fax: 207-647-5001 general email: bnews@roadrunner.com editor email: bnewseditor@roadrunner.com display advertising email: bnewsads@roadrunner.com website: bridgton.com Publisher & President.......................................Stephen E. Shorey Vice President......................................................Eula M. Shorey Editor...................................................................Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writers.................................................Lisa Williams Ackley Gail Geraghty, Dawn De Busk Advertising Manager................................................Gail Stretton Assistant Advertising Manager......................Eric C. Gulbrandsen Circulation & Classified............................Elaine Rioux, Manager Production................................................................Sonja Millet . Rebecca Bennett, Karen Erickson, Shannon Palme, Lorena Plourd The Bridgton News (USPS 065-020) is published Thursdays at 118 Main Street, Bridgton, Maine. Periodicals class postage at Bridgton, Maine. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Bridgton News, P.O. Box 244, Bridgton, ME 04009

SUBSCRIPTIONS

CLOSED LABOR DAY

— PRINT EDITION — 6 MOS. $17.00 in state $18.00 out of state 1 YEAR $30.00 in state $32.00 out of state 2 YEAR $58.00 in state $60.00 out of state Call or send check T&C Disc.

Cash Price

3455 $ 2011 Sportsman 400 4x4............... 5050 $ 2011 Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4......... 6245 $ 2011 Ranger 400 4x4...................... 7465 $

2011 Trail Boss 330 2x4..................

LOW INTEREST FINANCING AVAILABLE!!!

Town &Country POLARIS SALES & SERVICE

Route 113, East Conway, NH 603-939-2698 Monday – Saturday 9-5 townandcountry.com #4

— ONLINE DIGITAL EDITION — 1 MONTH $3.75 1 YEAR $28.95 Sign up online at bridgton.com

ADVERTISING DEADLINES DISPLAY AD DEADLINE IS FRIDAYS AT 4:00 P.M. CLASSIFIED LINE ADS IS MONDAYS AT 5:00 P.M. Advertising Representatives are on the road Thursdays.

They are available at The Bridgton News office on Fridays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

MEMBER OF MAINE PRESS ASSOCIATION NEW ENGLAND NEWSPAPERS & PRESS ASSOCIATION

MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Area news

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page A

Snowplow bid makeover (Continued from Page A)

would be handled “on a case-bycase basis.”

“A lot of it is unavoidable because of high snow banks” during a winter with substantial snow accumulation, he said.

“The contractor would report any mailboxes placed too low for the plow wing, and residents will be notified to move them back or move them up higher.”

Goodine added, “Nine times out of 10, residents put mailboxes too low, and the wing of the plow pushes them. Occasionally, we get mailboxes that are destroyed when a car passes too close while

the truck is plowing the road.

With, nowhere to go, the plow operator takes out the mailbox.”

Goodine said a second, specific-sized loader was added to the contractor’s equipment list.

“A loader always breaks down every winter in every town I’ve ever been in,” he said, justifying the need for a back-up loader.

An illustration of how outdated the contract paperwork was: There were references to Citizens’ Band (CB) radios as the primary form of communication for plow operators while they are on the job. That was revised to include cell phones.

“This was written before the acceleration of cell phone use,” he said.

Because of the much-needed makeover to the contract, the town is getting a late start on its wintertime maintenance bidding process. However, an estimated cost has already been included in the 2011-12 budget that was approved at the annual town meeting in June.

Typically, snow removal service begins as early as Oct. 1, but the first year it won’t start until Oct. 31, Goodine said.

“Hopefully, we don’t get snow before then,” he said.

It’s a wise woman who stays safe!

SAFETY TALK presenter Deb Ripley recently facilitated a workshop at Stevens Brook Elementary School.

Residents endorse Portland Rd. vision

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Alan Manoian, Bridgton’s Director of Economic and Community Development, let members of the Comprehensive Plan Committee explain the concept of form-based codes at last week’s “People’s Choice” planning charette.

By now, after months of weekly meetings, they had become something like experts at form based codes, the planning tool endorsed by Manoian to be eventually incorporated into the town’s site plan review ordinance to guide future growth.

At three separate stations, where maps of sections of the Portland Road corridor were laid out along long tables, the 11 committee members took turns explaining the nuances of transects, build-to lines, window proportionality and streetscapes — all part of the language of form-based codes.

“If you don’t spread up, you spread out, and that’s called sprawl,” explained member Fred Packard, holding court at the “Commercial Auto” table, reserved for discussion of the stretch of corridor from Sandy Creek to the Naples line. That’s why one of the development standards being considered is to allow multi-story buildings of up to six stories, in anticipation of possibly someday attracting a hotel or other large-scale busi-

PLANNING PORTLAND ROAD — Bridgton resident Carole Ayer listens to Comprehensive Plan Committee member Dick Danis explain design details in the envisioned “Commercial Auto” section of the Portland Road corridor, where largerscale development would be encouraged, during a planning charette held Aug. 25.

(Geraghty Photo)

ness. “Bridgton’s not forever going to be a town of 5,000 people,” said Packard, and formbased codes will ensure that the town’s character is protected the closer one gets to where the highway meets downtown Main Street.

Across the room, other members explained the proposed development standards for the “Traditional Center” section

of corridor, from Pondicherry Square to Smith Avenue, and the “Traditional Flex” section of corridor, from Smith Avenue to around Hannaford Supermarket.

At the wrap-up session, most residents agreed: form-based codes have merit. Manoian explained that the goal was to create one long “harmonious” flow of development, remarking

Open DAILY except Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

that Portland Road’s development is far from harmonious now.

That prompted committee member Ray Turner to add, “Right now we have energy that’s cacophonous, not harmonious,” which prompted laughter from the audience.

One woman, while admiring the form-based code process as “amazing,” said she was hoping to hear that the committee was going to require architectural standards for types of construction materials used. Committee members said such standards would be addressed, but that their initial task is to focus on the placement of buildings. For example, in the Traditional Center section, buildings will be required to be sited near the road, with the parking lots in back. In the Traditional Flex section, those rules are more relaxed, with some front parking allowed. In the Commercial Auto section, the building may be sited anywhere on the property, as determined by its proposed use.

“Once we’ve got the functional form down, then we can talk about architectural standards,” Manoian said.

Resident Richard Bennett gave “kudos” for the committee’s presentation of information. He said it might be helpful if the committee provided the VISION, Page A

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer A workshop for women entitled “It’s a Wise Woman Who Stays Safe!”, held at Stevens Brook Elementary School recently, was well attended by women of all ages, including several who are college bound.

The workshop was held for the benefit of all of the ladies who attended, but it was especially intended to help young ladies from the Lake Region who are going off to college and need to know the “dos” and “don’ts” of personal safety in an unfamiliar place.

Deb Ripley, MSHS, a wellness consultant and program planner and owner of Women in Balance LLC, facilitated the safety workshop for women sponsored by Women in Balance, Bridgton Hospital, the Bridgton Police Department, Bridgton Community Crime Watch and Family Crisis Services. Presenters included Ripley, Bridgton Chief of Police Kevin Schofield, Debbie Dembski of R.E.A.C.H. (Rape Education and Crisis Hotline), Paulina Dellosso of Bridgton Community Crime Watch, Renee from Family Crisis Services and Lisa Magiera of Bushido Karate Dojo and Fitness Center in Casco Village.

The purpose of the “It’s a Wise Woman Who Stays Safe!” workshop is to: increase one’s awareness of their surroundings; learn how to use your intuition; gain a basic understanding of domestic violence and stalking; learn safety tips for home and away; know how to be street smart, and lower your risk of being in dangerous situations Chief of Police Schofield said, “I’ve been here in Bridgton for six months. It’s a busy community, but I’m pleased to say it’s a safe community.”

The police chief advised that women should always be aware of the following precautions, no matter whether they are in a rural village or a city or on a college campus.

“Let people know where you’re going,” said Schofield. “Walk in welllit places. Be in familiar areas and aware of your surroundings.”

As for personal safety at home, Ripley advised, “Never open your door to a stranger. Install a wide-angle viewer in your door. Never tell a stranger or someone you do not know that you are home alone. When going on vacation, time lights, have your newspaper cancelled, have your mail held or picked up and do not tell strangers you are going on vacation.”

“You shouldn’t tell people on Facebook that you’re going on vacation,” said Ripley.

Achieving personal safety in the city, Ripley said, includes knowing your timetable to avoid long waits, keeping to populated areas, avoiding empty elevators and trains, not disclosing personal information while talking on a cellular phone and not drinking alone or leaving your drink unattended at any time.

Many women like to exercise here in the Lake Region and elsewhere by walking or jogging. Ripley suggests sticking to well-beaten paths at night when walking or jogging, bringing a dog along, being alert, carrying a

WOMEN’S SAFETY, Page A

Edna Lord, Happy Birthday 104

1t35

808 Maple Ridge Rd., Harrison, ME Recorded Picking Update: 583-4698 maplespringsfarm.wordpress.com

The Magic of Fall…

Cool Plants For Cool Temperatures To Freshen and Wake Up Your Garden

Perennial Asters & Sedum Cabbage & Kale Garden Mums Fall Pansies

Miller Furnace Parts

Air Filters • Oil Filters Roof Jacks & Connectors Burner Parts Chambers Gaskets

Also...many other heating supplies

The PIETREE Orchard

FARMSTAND

OPEN DAILY from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We are featuring Paula Reds and McIntosh apples, great strawberries, native peaches, fresh vegetables, old-fashioned cheese and “special treats” from the kitchen, which is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fri., Sat. and Sunday.

PLUS… Jesse’s Applewood Brick Oven Baked Pizza & Breads are available on weekends!

"Serving the area over 100 years."

Licensed Professional Plumbing & Heating

Pick Your Own

Experts Since 1902

Starts Sat., Sept. 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

419 MAIN STREET NORWAY, MAINE

Hardware • Plumbing Heating • Electrical Supplies Welding Supplies Metal Shops • Housewares

207-647-9419

1T35

207-743-8924

10% DISCOUNT

Hours : Mon.. - Fri. 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Sat. 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. 1st wk

Pietree Orchard 803 Waterford Road, Sweden, ME 04040

www.pietreeorchard.com

Natural Stone From Around The World Custom Fabricated in Bridgton, Maine

has moved to a new location behind Reny’s

Vanity Tops starting at $350

Includes Sink!

Call for your free estimate.

207-647-3611

Locally Owned & Operated

(next to Elegance Hair Salon)

Please come & visit Fri., Sat. & Sun.!

4T29 EOWO

GARLIC, SQUASHES, CUKES, TOMATOES, SWEET RED & WHITE ONIONS, POTATOES, CHARD, KALE, CABBAGES PRE-SEASON SALE ON HARDY MUMS – SAVE 30%

Furnace Tune-Up Supplies

Computerized Mat Cutter

413 Main Street, Norway, Maine 743-9539 • 1-800-I-MIX-ART

CORN

?

27+ Years Experience Do-it-yourself options

WHEN YOU MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

Environmentally Sensitive Farming

Your Furnace

FRAME SHOP

Certified Picture Framer Full Service Custom Framing Giclèe Printing

1 Portland Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009 stonesurface@myfairpoint.net

Learn the Graceful Art of Taoist Tai Chi® Fall New Class Schedule STARTS TIME Wednesday Sept 14 10:00–11:30am Wednesday Sept 14 5:30–6:30pm Thursday Sept 15 6:30–8:00pm Friday Sept 16 10:00–11:30am Saturday Sept 17 10:30–noon Tuesday Oct 11 9:30–11:00am

Taoist Tai Chi Society®

A CHARITABLE INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION http://newengland.usa.taoist.org/ Visit us on Facebook: Taoist Tai Chi Society USA - New England

The benefits of Taoist Tai Chi® include: improved circulation, balance and posture; increased strength and flexibility; and reduced stress. With regular practice, Taoist Tai Chi® reaches deep inside the body to benefit the entire physiology including the tendons, joints, spine, connective tissue and internal organs.

1t35x

women, men, children, cuts, colors, foils, perms, weddings

WHOLE FAMILY SALON Kelly Pike, Owner Monday thru Saturday

FEATHER EXTENSIONS just in!

Amy Millar Mon. thru Sat.

Michelle Madura

Mon., Wed. & Sat.

Nails by Marie Darna

Shellacs, Manicures & Pedicures Weds.-Sat. or

By Appointmnet

Walk-Ins Welcome

TF32

OPEN 9-5

Bridgton TTCS Center - 41 Depot St. For info: 647-8142 or maine@taoist.org

Monday thru Saturday Early & Late by Appt.

1 Depot Street • Bridgton

647-3799

Regional news

Page A, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Woods Pond: Good health

By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer Members of the Woods Pond Water Quality Committee made recommendations to the Bridgton Board of Selectmen last week for the seasonal drawdown of the pond.

Committee Chairman Barry DeNofrio said Aug. 23, “A year ago tomorrow, the reading was four feet, one inch.”

He said the committee had discussed that, in the summertime, they would like to see the water level of Woods Pond stay between four feet, zero inches and four feet, four inches.

“Woods Pond is in good health,” DeNofrio said.

Recommendations made by the Woods Pond Water Quality Committee include: • Removal of one gate, on either side, during the week of Sept. 19 to allow an earlier, yet slower drawdown process to begin.

“This will avoid the high water we saw last fall,” said DeNofrio.

• Removal of a second gate on the opposite side during the week of Oct. 10.

“This will leave the dam settings as they finally were set for last winter having both gates opened,” the committee stated in their report to the board. (Levels were set at 3.4 East and 3.6 West).

• The WPWQC shall continue to monitor, record and recommend seasonal water levels to the town.

• The WPWQC shall continue to make written recommendations to Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz and Public Works Director Jim Kidder two weeks in advance of any desired changes in the dam settings.

“We hope our efforts have been beneficial to you, the townspeople, those who enjoy the town beach, as well as the property owners around Woods Pond,” the committee stated in their letter of recommendations to the selectmen.

According to the fact sheet the committee provided, the level of Woods Pond on Aug. 24 of 2010 was 4.1 feet and it was 4.7 feet on Oct. 11, 2010.

The water level on Aug. 23, 2011 was 4.0 feet and it was

4.4 feet on May 2, 2011.

DeNofrio said that the average level of Woods Pond, since the dam was set on May 2 of this year, is 4.4 feet, with a high range of 5.3 feet on May 22 and 23, 2011 and a low of 3.9 feet on Aug. 14, 2011.

There was a period of 37 days where the level of Woods Pond was above 4.4 feet, DeNofrio said.

Town Manager Berkowitz said Aug. 23, “The (water level) is not relevant to us (the town) — it’s the range of acceptability to the lake property owners that’s important.

That’s how I’ve looked at it.”

Watershed survey to be conducted A watershed survey will be conducted, DeNofrio announced, with grant assistance from the Portland Water District.

The watershed survey is anticipated to begin next April or May. DeNofrio said the Committee would be asking for $1,000 to meet matching funds for the grant, and noted that $4,000 has already been raised.

(Continued from Page A) public with photos from towns that have successfully adopted form-based codes, mentioning Woodstock, Vt. “Our town is like no other,” said committee member Lucia Terry, but there was general agreement that photographic examples would be helpful.

Asked about a time frame for adopting the codes, member Greg Watkins said that was a “sensitive subject.” The committee initially was charged with

coming up with something by this November, but early on realized it would take longer than that to do the job right.

“We want to do as thorough a job as possible, and we want the community involved,” Watkins said. Member Chuck Renneker noted that Bridgton had townwide zoning from 1971 to 1977, but it was voted out because it became too restrictive.

“Back in the 1950s, we were the center of (commerce) within a 25-mile radius,” noted resi-

dent Ken Murphy. “This was a prosperous community.”

The committee will be holding more charettes as they use the concept of form-based codes and apply them to the town’s other major gateways, as well as the downtown. The amendments to the site plan review ordinance will first be brought before the planning board for consideration, then to selectmen; the projected date for going before voters is next June’s town meeting.

Vision for Portland Road

Women’s safety workshop (Continued from Page A)

whistle and/or cell phone, crossing the street if someone is coming toward you or following you and, if so, turning around quickly and yelling at the person, “What do you want?”

Other tips for personal safety when exercising include always keeping an exit — don’t walk somewhere and get yourself boxed in, avoid lonely places, if you are fol-

Bridgton Eye Care

lowed you should go someplace else where others are and tell them you’re being followed, and respect your intuition — don’t challenge your safety — always put your personal safety first.

DebbieDembskisaidR.E.A.C.H. provides free and confidential support and services to victims and survivors of all forms of sexual violence. The 24-hour hotline phone numbers are 1-800-871-7741 and

1-800-213-6937.

Dembski explained that domestic violence is a pattern of coercive behavior that is used by one person to gain power and control over another, and that it is a gender based crime with women being more likely to experience domestic abuse than men. Domestic violence occurs within heterosexual/same sex relationships regardless of

SAFETY, Page A

BACK TO SCHOOL EYE EXAMS

Reward: Tree cut

VANDAL CUTS DOWN TOWN TREE — Raymond officials are seeking information regarding who cut an ornamental maple shade tree, located at the end of County Road.

Anonymous information can be given to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department tip line at 1-800-266-1444, ext.

2208 or contact Raymond Town Manager Don Willard (see story).

RAYMOND — The Town of Raymond is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the successful prosecution of the person or persons who destroyed Town property.

During the evening Monday, Aug. 29 or early morning Tuesday, Aug. 30, one of the Town’s ornamental maple shade trees, which was located on Route 302 near the end of County Road, was cut down. The tree was not damaged as a result of Hurricane Irene.

The replacement of this tree will cost the Town approximately $2.500.

Anyone with information should contact Town Manager, Don Willard at 650-9001 or email don.willard@raymondmaine.org

State Park closed until Friday

(Continued from Page A) ground hosts, are working to clean up fallen trees, limbs and other debris at the park, which was closed following Sunday’s massive storm and high winds.

While the park endured a great deal of tree damage, no buildings, infrastructure nor recreational vehicles and campers were damaged in the storm.

And fortunately, no one was injured, according to park officials.

One of the remaining concerns is to have power restored to the park. As of Tuesday, thousands of people in the Sebago Lake area still were without power, though Central Maine Power (CMP) continually is restoring power to residents in the region.

“Our goal is to be open for Labor Day weekend,” Harris said. “There’s a lot of work to be done. We understand that CMP has its hands full. The real issue is not getting rid of wood, but getting back power so we can run water, sewer and lights.”

The BPL director said that park staff is exploring the possibility of installing temporary generators, which might allow the park to open this weekend. Harris said BPL will make the call on opening the park “by the close of business on Wednesday.”

“We’ll know one way or the other what’s in front of us,” Harris said, adding that some

prospective campers already are getting refunds. “We would like to have to not continue doing that.”

Sebago Lake State Park, opened in 1938, is located on Maine’s second largest and its deepest lake. The 250-site campground is a traditional favorite vacation spot for families.

Last year, there were more than 91,500 camping nights spent at the campground, and about 165,000 people visited the park for day use.

On Tuesday, MDOC staff members were hard at work cleaning up large, downed trees along the beachfront and in the campground. A team of six Maine Conservation Corps members, who are skilled trail builders, were deployed from another project at Grafton Notch State Park and were sent to Sebago to help out, Harris said.

The Maine Forest Service (MFS) sent a crew of four forest rangers, plus the Forest Protection Division’s chipper and chipper truck, to help with the cleanup.

Harris said BPL and the park staff were very grateful for the support of the MFS and MCC in helping at the park. He said their work was instrumental in getting Sebago cleared out and up and running again.

Wearing protective gear and using hand signals, MFS Laborer Ryan Doyon directed two crew members, Park

Rangers Dan Ross and Jake Rideout, who were working backhoes and lifting heavy tree trunks into the chipper. By noon, about 8 tons of wood chips had been made, Doyon said.

The forest ranger said he usually works with MFS “Firewise” Communities - those communities that take part in the forest service’s program to reduce the chance of wildfires spreading to residential areas. “This is definitely a lot more to do in a small area,” Doyon said.

Campground hosts Don and Eileen Messier of Standish have made Sebago their summer home for the past four years. In return for taking care of one of the bathhouses, they receive a free camp site for their camper.

“We live here all summer,” Eileen Messier said. “Sunday night, no one was here at all,” the campground host said, adding that park staff asked them to leave for their safety.

On Tuesday, the couple had returned and were cleaning up tree debris and limbs from around the campground and bathhouse, moving wood to the camp road for the chipper and burning debris in their fire pit.

“Look at my tomatoes,” Don Messier said, pointing to his potted tomato bushes by the side of the camper. “They made it through the storm. I laid them on the ground.”

For more information about Maine state parks, go to: www. parksandlands.com

Dr. Christine Newell OPTOMETRIST 59 Main Street Bridgton, Maine 04009

7T33

207-647-2030 CALL OR STOP IN FOR AN APPOINTMENT. IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE.

37th Season

WANDA PLUMMER’S

Dance School REGISTRATION for 2011~2012 season

(1) Tues., Sept. 6th 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Studio in Casco, Route 11, Winslow Rd. (.4 miles on right from Rte. 85, 1.5 mile on left from Rte. 121, 5 mi. on left from Rte. 302)

(2) Thurs., Sept. 8th 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

North Sebago Methodist Church on Route 114 (near Nason’s Beach)

CLASSES BEING OFFERED IN Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Clogging, Pointe

CLASSES START Week of Sept. 12th

for Ages 3 to Adult For more information call 207-627-4959

2T34

REGISTRATION FEE $15.00/Family

647-8291

EOWO

Regional news

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page A

Hurricane Irene clean-up

HUGE TREE FALLS IN SOUTH WATERFORD — No one was injured, when this massive pine tree toppled over — rootball and all — onto the ledge next to an inground swimming pool located atop the “saddle” between Bear and Hawk Mountains Sunday, at Cindy DiCenso’s home.

(Ackley Photo)

(Continued from Page A) crews were brought in from out of state, increasing the field workforce to more than 750 workers, assisted by hundreds of support personnel.

• Crews found 259 broken poles (the third highest number destroyed since the Ice Storm in 1998) and replaced more than 205 through Tuesday afternoon.

There were plenty of signs locally that residents prepared themselves for the worst. Hayes True Value’s flashlight stock was nearly cleaned out with just a few models left hanging on the shelves Sunday morning.

In preparation for the storm, the Cumberland County Regional Communications Center (CCR CC) scheduled additional staff, scheduled a County IT staff member to be present at the CCRCC, had meetings with the Cumberland County EMA and worked closely with the public safety agencies to plan expected workloads and develop contingency plans.

Despite all the planning, as the storm entered Maine, the

THE IRE OF IRENE — It appeared that Tropical Storm Irene spawned a microburst that set down along lower Highland Lake on Sunday, traveling along Creamery Street behind the old hosSNAPPED — This utility pole, located north of the town office pital building and crossing over Main Hill, taking down huge trees on Fowler Street, Cottage Street and Church Street as it on Route 5 in Center Lovell, dangles among tree limbs.

(Ackley Photo)

(Photo courtesy of Frederick S. Slater) blew through Bridgton Village.

calls for service began to go into the center very quickly. Each of the 10 workstations and 9-1-1 lines were constantly in service.

Within just a couple of hours the CCRCC lost CMP power, however, immediately transferred to one of the back-up generators and never lost power.

During the storm, the CCRCC dispatched more than 600 emergency calls for service to the public safety agencies around the County. In addition to the constant calls for service, at one point radio communications with several agencies was lost. The CCRCC staff members took quick action to move each agency to another frequency and continue dispatching all calls for service.

CCRCC Director William Holmes said, “I had the privilege of observing the staff members handling the numerous calls and the loss of radio service with precision and professionalism.

I was very impressed with the performance of the CCRCC staff and how well they worked together as a team. I am proud to serve as the Director of such a dedicated group of professionals and want to extend my sincere appreciation to each of them for a job very well done for the citizens of Cumberland County.”

Local fire departments had close to or over 100 calls Sunday regarding downed trees and limbs.

By Tuesday morning, CMP had cut the number of outages in half from the storm’s peak.

Approximately 93,000 customers remained without power as of 9 a.m. Cumberland County was down to 25,631, but several

pockets in Bridgton, Casco and Naples remained without power.

One Casco resident was told late Monday he could be looking at “a minimum of four days” before power was restored. Meanwhile, many residents monitored CMP’s website, which listed roads where power was still out.

“Irene brought a challenging combination of high winds, heavy rain, and flooding that affected nearly every community in our 11,000 square mile service area,” said Tom DePeter, director of Operations for Central Maine Power on Tuesday. “We made it through the ‘make safe’ phase of the storm without injury to the public or our workers, and we’ve made good progress in the next steps of our restoration plan.”

The utility reached several recovery goals in the first full day following the storm. The company brought in nearly 500 outside workers to assist with tree clearing and power line repairs. Transmission lines were repaired to re-energize all of the substations that feed roadside distribution lines. Utility personnel also completed their survey of the company’s primary, threephase distribution system, and most of the system has been reenergized.

“It could be several more days before we can get service restored to all of our customers,” said Depeter, “but our goals for tomorrow will be to cut the number of outages in half again, to complete our damage assessment, and to project when we’ll be finished with the restoration.”

Umbrella Factory Outlet Located in The Naples Shopping Center In downtown Beautiful Naples, Maine

4-day sale FRI-SAT-SUN-MON • SEPT. 2-5 Over 1400 Different Wines!!

Over 115 Different Beers!!

750 ml B&L • All Varieties • Plus Tax & Deposit

Lindemans Wines..................................$9.99 SAVE $2.00

750 ml • Sauv Blanc • Plus Tax & Deposit

Oyster Bay..............................$10.99

750 ml • Plus Tax & Deposit

Pog Mo Thoin....................................$14.99 750 ml • All Varieties • Plus Tax & Deposit

Tisdale...................................................$3.29 1.5L • All Varieties

Yellow Tail..............................................$9.79 SAVE 1.5L • All Varieties • Plus Tax & Deposit $3.00 “Concha y Toro” by Fronterra...........$6.99 SAVE 1.5L • All Varieties • Plus Tax & Deposit $4.00 Stone Cellars...........................$10.99

750 ml • Plus Tax & Deposit

SAVE $5.00

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

California Sandoval $6.00 Off Case Price Chardonnay.........................................$3.99

Cellardoor Winery Made in Lincolnville, Maine!

375 ml• Blueberry Wine with Maple Syrup Added Plus Tax & Deposit

Treasurer.....................................................$14.99 750 ml • American White Table Wine Plus Tax & Deposit

Chardonnay.............................................$15.99 ALL WINE DEALS ARE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

★ Greeting Card Special: Sept. 2-5 ★

BUY 1, GET 1 FREE ALWAYS $1.00 EACH

ROOT BEER FLOAT

BUY 1, GET 1 FREE Sale Dates: 9/2/11 – 9/5/11

Continuation of front page

Page A, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Airport honors Robert Mahanor

(Continued from Page A) haul it home from Salmon, Idaho.”

Thibodeau said the Eastern Slope Airport would be offering Jet-A fuel, beginning this week.

Mary Build told of how she had her first plane ride with local pilot Tom Shaffner 20 years ago at the Eastern Slope Airport and enjoyed flying so much she went on to make it her life’s love and work.

“First of all, I have wonderful people working for me,” Build told the attendees.

Build then explained, “We are trying to introduce the RACE HELPS COMMUNITY CENTER — Jim Cossey, race airport to the public,” by director for the Bridgton 4 On The Fourth Road race, last week holding different special presented a $1,000 check to Laurie Allen, chairman of the Board events.

“We had an ice sculpof Directors of the Bridgton Community Center. turing contest, then a ‘Women

in Aviation Day’ offering a free lesson for any woman interested; on Aviation Day we flew 175 people for $15 a piece and then donated the $500 to ACE Camp (Aviation Career Education). We have also had three sessions of private pilot ground school with another one starting in September. More events include a safety seminar, poker run and a flying treasure hunt. Thanks to all the volunteers and employees who have helped make this possible.”

50 years of aviation safety The highlight of the evening was the presentation of a prestigious award to local aviator Robert F. Mahanor, who received the Wright Brothers Master Pilot

Award from Bill Gianetta, the Operations Unit Supervisor for the FAA’s Portland office.

The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award recognizes pilots who have demonstrated professionalism, skill and aviation expertise by maintaining safe operations for 50 or more years. Recipients are awarded a certificate and a lapel pin and are recognized in the FAA’s Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award Roll of Honor located online at FAASafety. gov.

The certificate presented to Mr. Mahanor says: “In recognition of your contributions to building and maintaining the safest aviation system in the world through practicing and promoting safe aircraft for 50 consecutive years.”

Thank you, Marty

ESAA Chairman Thibodeau singled out Fryeburg resident Marty Engstrom who has been involved with the airport for almost 50 years.

“Marty installed the airport’s Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) (air navigation) system in 1963, and he has maintained it, ever since,” Thibodeau said.

“We hope he stays with us as long as the NDB stays with us.”

Thibodeau also recognized 93-year-old Howard K. Dearborn, who founded Dearborn Aviation and other corporations and who has been a longtime supporter of the ESAA. “Our oldest Eagle, Howard Dearborn, is here tonight,” Thibodeau said.

Burned Tenney Hill home becomes hot Casco topic (Continued from Page A) which the town can use to takeover the land, declare the building condemned, and have it removed, according to Casco Town Manager David Morton. State law allows towns to deal with unsafe or condemned buildings that are privately owned, he said.

Legally, the town must first notify the homeowner of the code violation(s) and give adequate time for the person to bring the property up to code, he said.

The town will deliver two or three 30-day warnings to

the property owner asking the party to remove the structure or prohibit trespassing with a fence and signs, Morton said.

If the person does not comply, the town can put a lien on the property and seize the land as a way to get rid of whatever is being considered a condemned structure, as well as recouping related costs, he said. The lien is similar to a property tax lien, he explained.

Morton said the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) tested the site for

asbestos, and did not find hazardous levels present there. Still, the condition of the building makes it dangerous to enter.

“It’s a hazardous building, and it needs to be taken care of,” Morton said. “A town has the responsibility to take down a structure that is not safe.”

During the Aug. 23 selectmen’s meeting, some residents suggested putting up a snow fence or other barrier to deter would-be trespassers.

However, the town is forbidden to do that on private

property.

South Casco resident Rick Thorpe suggested that a request to put up temporary fencing be included in the town’s first letter to the property owner.

“Snow fencing is not going to keep anyone off the property who wants to go in,” Thorpe said. “But it’s a deterrent.”

The town is going in the right direction, but it could try to get the landowner to do something temporarily before the actual demolition process begins, he said.

In addition, Thorpe recommended the town make a phone call to the insurance company of the private landowner.

“People less liberal than myself would think that the owner is poor-mouthing on this.

The insurance company should be contacted. They might say, ‘We settled that claim 60 days ago,’” Thorpe said.

The board voted, 4-1, to acknowledge the town moving forward with code violation notifications.

Selectman Ray Grant opposed the motion.

“We’d be opening a can of worms,” he said, explaining his opposition. “It’d be a cost the town didn’t want to take on” to demolish the building and recoup money through ownership and possible sale of the parcel.”

Selectman Tracy Kimball advocated starting the legal process immediately.

“We all are going to feel bad if someone gets hurt there,” Kimball said.

New park story unfolds this month A new story is unfolding in Pondicherry Park.

Last month, JoAnne Diller of North Bridgton staked out a trail with story boards about the life of a young moose.

This month, the special story of the Chipmunk at Hollow Tree Lane, by Victoria Sherrow can be enjoyed by following the Stonewall Loop Trail — a 1.5-mile path. The story boards are quite colorful, exhibiting the illustrations created by Allen Davis.

Copies of Chipmunk at Hollow Tree Lane are available for sale at Bridgton Books and for loan at the Bridgton Public Library.

The story is part of Smithsonian’s Backyard, “a world of wonder for children

intrigued by the wildlife outside their windows.” Books in this series “answer many questions children have about the habits and habitats of the animals” in their own backyards.

Sherrow began writing as a career in 1979, although her interest dates back to childhood when she loved to read and write both in school and at home. In 1978, she moved to Los Angeles and was between jobs.

“I had read Lee Wyndham’s book on writing for children with the thought of doing just that someday and this seemed like a good time, especially since I found out there was a conference on writing for children held in L.A. each year. I attended one, where I learned some basics of how to market

Women’s safety (Continued from Page A)

whether the couple is married, divorced or dating. It occurs within all racial, economic, educational and religious backgrounds.

“R.E.A.C.H. is not just a crisis hotline,” Dembski said. “We do teen and adult support groups. We go to hospitals. We go to police stations — wherever someone would like us to be, that’s where we’re going to be.”

“We’re in schools — Pre-K to Grade 12,” Dembski said further. “In Pre-K, we teach about being safe and about ‘ouch touches’ and ‘uh-oh touches’. We talk about street safety and fire safety. Eighty-five to 90 percent of sexual assaults happen by someone we know. Stranger situations are not the norm.”

Statistics show, according to Dembski, that of all sexual assault crimes, one-third happen to children under the age of 12 with 15% of those age six and under, one-third to those ages 12 to 17 and one-third to adults.

“So, two-thirds of our reports (happen) to our children,” Dembski said.

Renee from Family Crisis Services also discussed the dynamics of domestic violence, saying, “This is about someone who uses fear and intimidation to control someone else and they expect to get what they want by being violent. Eighty-five percent of domestic violence victims are women. One in four women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. While all women are at risk of domestic violence, women ages 20 through 24 are most at risk for noon-fatal domestic violence.”

Located at the Fryeburg Airport It’s never too late to learn how to fly!

Come and learn all you need to know for your Private Pilot’s license with an Experienced Certified FAA Flight Instructor

Private Pilot Ground School Tuesday & Thursday 6-8 pm for 12 weeks starting September 13th For more information call 207-935-4711

4t32

LEARN HOW TO FLY NOW!

and submit work. Then I just started writing,” she said.

Her first stories were rejected, but she kept at it and sold a story to Highlights about a year after she began writing.

“I kept practicing and working on it until I sold a few more stories, then a picture book in 1981, but there were lots of rejections along the way!” she said Since then, Sherrow has published over 60 titles and won several awards. Now, walkers of all ages can enjoy her story in a natural setting — Pondicherry Park.

From South High Street, start at the park’s trailhead located

across the street from Bridgton Hospital. Limited parking is available at 86 South High Street.

For those starting at the park’s main entrance near the Bridgton Community Center and Downeast Industries on Depot Street, cross the Bob Dunning Memorial Bridge, follow the Pondicherry Loop Trail (yellow bird markers) until it joins the Stonewall Loop Trail (orange oak leaf markers). Follow the Stonewall Trail to its beginning, where the book begins.

The story trail series is made possible by a grant through Loon Echo Land Trust’s educa- LIFE OF A CHIPMUNK can be discovered while hiking along the Stonewall Loop Trail in Pondicherry Park. (Rivet Photo) tional fund.

Arts & entertainment

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page B

Three chums tell tales of friendship LOVELL — Stories, juggling, singing, and laughter — what a way for Lovell’s Brick Church for the Performing Arts to close its 2011 season!

To kick off the new school year, three storytellers will come to Lovell on Friday, Sept. 9 to present a lively family evening of stories about friendship. Can a seven-year-old girl befriend a reclusive old curmudgeon?

Can two thieves be honest companions? How do dark secrets affect a friendship? The evening’s stories — funny, moving, intriguing — will dance around such questions.

Audience members will occasionally be recruited to take part in the show, providing sound effects, acting parts, singing, and even performing in the Spontaneous Combustible Symphony Orchestra. The show is aimed at story-lovers aged 5 to 95 (and up).

Storytellers Jo Radner, Meg Gilman, and Michael Parent call themselves the Chums. They have been working and making stories together for at least a decade, and for this show they will bring out some of their favorite tales. All experienced performers, they have some unusual career credits.

Michael Parent, an internationally-known storyteller, singer, hockey player, and juggler, has been performing since 1977; in 1999 he was awarded the National Storytelling Network’s highest honor, the Circle of Excellence. He is proud to have been the Junior

Checkers Champion at Bates Street Playground in Lewiston in 1956, and the bronze medalist in ping-pong at the 2009 Senior Games.

Meg Gilman, a New Hampshire storyteller who periodically wanders into Maine, has served on the Boards of Directors of the Healing Story Alliance and LANES (The League for the Advancement of New England Storytelling). In her career, she has also been a moose wrangler for CNN, and was named Miss Magnetic Media in 1992.

Jo Radner of Lovell was THREE CHUMS — Storytellers Meg Gilman (left), Jo Radner storyteller-in-residence at and Michael Parent (below) call themselves the Chums, and New Suncook School in 2010will appear at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts in 11 and would be delighted to Lovell as the season finale show on Friday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. see her friends from SAD 72 at this show. Past president of the National Storytelling Network and the American Folklore Society, she was made an Honorary Banshee in Washington, D.C., in 1972 and in 1993 was the National Baked Bean Awareness Month speaker for the Fryeburg Historical Society.

The Chums will perform on Friday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m., at the Brick Church for the Performing Arts on Christian Hill Road in Lovell. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for any adult accompanied by a child, $3 for children under 12, and will be available at the door.

Refreshments will be served at intermission. For more information, call 925-2792 or go to www.lovellbrickchurch.org

Rick Charette at wildlife park GRAY — Maine kids’ favorite singer, Rick Charette, will perform on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to noon, rain or shine, at the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray.

As a singer and songwriter, Charette has been capturing the hearts and spirits of young and old alike with his delightful and inspiring children’s songs. His performances blend original contemporary pop music and lyrics with imaginative activities that generate all kinds of audience participation. Many of the songs he will perform at the park will be about all kinds of Maine animals!

Last year, over 1,000 people came out to hear Charette

and see the show under the tall white pines of the Park picnic area. This year’s show will even better!

Charette graduated from the University of Southern Maine with degrees in Music Education and English.

Elementary teachers across the country use his music in their classrooms to enhance and facilitate their language arts programs. He has been a featured speaker at the Northeast Whole Language Conference, a keynote speaker at the National Association for the Education of Young Children Conference in Washington, D.C., as well as other education conferences around the United States.

This wonderful children’s concert is locally sponsored

by Harvest Hill Farms and other local businesses. The wildlife park is grateful for their support!

National Grandparents Day On Sunday, Sept. 11 in honor of grandparents everywhere, the Maine Wildlife Park will offer free admission to grandparents who are accompanied by their grandchildren; while regular entrance fees for all other family members will be in effect.

The first governor, Arch Moore, established “Grandparents Day” in 1973 in West Virginia. In the same year, a state senator introduced a Grandparents Day Resolution

in the United States Senate.

The resolution languished in committee while its grassroots supporters turned to the media to garner support. They also began contacting governors, senators, and congressmen in every state. They sent letters to churches, businesses, and numerous national organizations interested in senior citizens.

In 1978, five years after its West Virginia inception, the United States Congress passed legislation proclaiming the first Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparents Day. President Jimmy Carter signed the proclamation. (September was chosen for the holiday, to signify the “autumn years” of life.) Today millions throughout the United States observe this event, begun by only a few.

Make a plan to bring your grandparents, and the grandkids to the wildlife park for this special day.

The Maine Wildlife Park is located on Route 26. The Wildlife Park has over 30 species of native wildlife on display, plus wildlife gardens, nature trails, a fish hatchery CHARETTE, Page B

NEW NATIONAL THEATER SEASON begins on Thursday, Sept. 15 at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center at Fryeburg Academy with One Man, Two Guvnors, which is described as “Slapstick, satire and gags galore: a classic comedy hilariously updated.”

‘One Man, Two Guvnors’ at PAC

FRYEBURG — The National Theatre of London Live in HD series opens its new season with One Man, Two Guvnors to be broadcast LIVE at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 2 p.m.

An encore will be broadcast the same day at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors (65-plus) and $10 for students and may be purchased at the box office by calling 935-9232 or online at www.fryeburgacademy. org/pac. Group discounts are available to parties of 10 or more. The theater is located at 18 Bradley Street on the campus of Fryeburg Academy in Fryeburg. Parking is free.

Nicholas Hytner’s sold-out, five star production of One Man, Two Guvnors, by Richard Bean is based on The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni, with songs by Grant Olding.

James Corden stars in “one of the funniest productions in the National’s history” (The Guardian), returning to the National for the first time since he premiered in the original cast of The History Boys to play Francis. In Richard Bean’s English version of Goldoni’s classic Italian comedy, sex, food and money are high on the agenda.

For more information about National Theatre of London Live in HD series visit www. ntlive.com

Fryeburg Fair Farm Museum talk

FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Historical Society’s monthly meeting in September will feature a talk on the Fryeburg Fair Farm Museum.

Diane Jones, assistant curator of the Fryeburg Fair Farm Museum, will present a PowerPoint presentation with “A Walk Through the Fryeburg Fair Farm Museum” on Tuesday, Sept.

6, at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall on Bradley Street in Fryeburg.

This will be a program you won’t want to miss. Refreshments are served after the meeting, and the public is welcome to attend.

For more information, contact Diane at 697-3484 or e-mail at ewjones@roadrunner.com

Firefly St. Joseph’s Food Pantry Trailer will be at

ALSO HERE

— END OF SEASON SALE — 50% OFF all organic beach clothing & Raya Sundresses and Tops

Beth’s Cafe (with brookside tables!)

Pleasant Mt. Pottery & Gifts

At the foot of Main Hill (Rt. 302) Bridgton Village In the red L of the yellow house with the white sale tent OPEN DAILY 10-5

www.fireflyshop.us

GPS: 82 Main St.

Art Walk Friday Eve. 5-10 Local Designers

207-647-3672

PELLET SEMINA The number of people we serve increases monthly.

Our Pantry is funded by donations only.

Factory Representatives from Harman & Quadrafire, makers of pellet stoves & furnaces, will be on hand for this informative session.

COUNTRY HEARTH & HOME

1T35

1828 East Main Street, Center Conway, NH 603.447.6361 Open Tuesday through Saturday www.countryhearthandhome.com

Open Daily 10 A.M. to 6 P.M.

10% OFF 2011 SEASON

8t27ss

We need you…

We need your donations.

Answers to your questions...

Are pellets a good heat source?

Do I need a new chimney?

How do I clean a pellet stove?

At The Monument Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-5465

not to be combined with any other discounts or offers — WITH THIS AD —

Beautiful fairtrade handmade ceramic Jewelry & Loose Beads from Africa.

Arts & entertainment

Page B, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Red and Gold Cabaret at Denmark Arts Center

DENMARK — The “Red’n Gold Cabaret,” directed by Lillian Lee Morse, returns to the Denmark Arts Center stage on Friday and Saturday, Sept.

16-17 at 7:30 p.m.

The Singers Workshop in Denmark will celebrate Indian Summer for the ninth year with showpieces ranging from the Broadway stage to the intimacy of a nightclub. For instance, when the lights dim, the spotlight will pick up Lillian’s rendition of Who’s That Woman? from the piano. David Cronin follows with Empty Chairs & Empty Tables, before the shift to Janet Gill’s Lover Man, Oh Where Can You Be? to Tom Ferent’s Where Do You Start? to Ginnie Spaulding’s Summertime to Chaz LaFreniere’s Some Enchanted Evening and Susie Mosca’s Time Heals Everything.

The pace changes when

Ralph Morse, flanked by two beauties, sings It’s Never Too Late to Fall in Love followed by duos And This Is My Beloved

by Ferent and Teresa Dyer, and I Remember You by Janet and Jeremiah Gill.

Other flights of fancy include Craig Holden’s Once Before I Go, Teresa’s Maybe This Time, Dave Mason’s At Last and Jeremiah’s Blues in the Night.

In between musical numbers, fast-paced skits called “Grinterludes” flash by and the audience, led by the cast, will sing What’ll I Do? along with Get Happy and As Time Goes By. The atmosphere is enhanced by listeners at candlelit tables enjoying free popcorn, soda, snacks and “byob” drinks.

Admission is a suggested $12 donation to Denmark Arts Center. For information or to make a reservation, call 4522412 or 452-2057.

HONEY DEWDROPS — Laura Wortman and Kagey Parrish are the “Honey Dewdrops” — an award-winning, nationallytouring husband and wife folk duet who perform fresh, original songs focusing on vocal harmonies and tight instrumentation.

The duet performs at Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield on Thursday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m.

Honey Dewdrops at Stone Mountain

BROWNFIELD — The Honey Dewdrops — Laura Wortman and Kagey Parrish, an award-winning duet — will appear at Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield on Thursday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m.

The Honey Dewdrops play over 140 shows per year, traveling from coast to coast and north and south. The Honey Dewdrops logged 35,000 miles

in 2010 touring nationally and playing festivals, folk clubs, arts centers and house concerts.

On stage, the Dewdrops are compelling performers and storytellers with a repertoire of original folk songs that bend an ear to American traditional and roots music. They sing harmonies that bring to mind steep mountains and deep hollows,

Bridgton Arts 'n' Crafts

and accompany each other with guitar, banjo, and mandolin.

“Our songs are about the human experience and we try to write and perform in that spirit — it’s an expression of life, songs that people can see themselves in,” said Wortman.

Wortman and Parrish gained national recognition with award-winning performances on NPR’s A Prairie Home Companion (2008) and were finalists in Mountain Stage’s

New Song Contest (2009).

Their new record, “These Old Roots,” was the #1 album on the Folk DJ Charts for October and November 2010.

The Honey Dewdrops will appear at Stone Mountain Arts Center for an evening of duet singing featuring original songs and their signature harmonies.

This is a free show.

For more information, go to www.stonemountainartscenter. com

WESTON’S FARM RIVER STREET (Route 113) FRYEBURG

Crafts & Gifts Handmade

by Local Craftspeople

LILLIAN LEE MORSE will be directing the “Red’n Gold Cabaret” to open Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16-17 at Denmark Arts Center. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

TF33

Our Own

MAPLE SYRUP and MAINE GIFTS

OPEN DAILY 8-6:30

www.westonsfarm.com

935-2567

WILL BE AUCTIONED ON FRIDAY SEPT. 2ND 5 P.M. – PREVIEW AT 3 P.M. AT THE AMERICAN LEGION, 12 CHURCH ST., SOUTH PARIS, ME.

Sustainable Agriculture Since 1799 • Pesticide-Free Available

A stop at The Loon means a journey into an everchanging world that delights the senses — truly a unique gift shop

Raymond’s Frozen Custard ICE CREAM SHOP 11 aNODWAIOLYPEN Cone • Pints • Quarts • Sundaes

★ 8 Flavors ★

END OF SUMMER SALE!

.m. – 9 p.m.

MADE FRESH ONSITE DAILY…

50% TO 75% OFF SELECT ITEMS* DURING SEPTEMBER ONLY!

AT… Dingley’s

OPEN DAILY Corn, Cucumbers, 9 a.m.

Green Beans, Zucchini, Tomatoes, to Summer & Winter Squash & 6 p.m.

Pumpkins, Blueberries & Honey, Rte. 302, Casco Homemade Pies

*Bring this ad to receive offer. May not be used in conjunction with other sales and discounts.

I am pleased to offer the estate of Mr. & Mrs. Tucker of South Paris, Maine.

The Tuckers were lifelong residents of South Paris. John was a longtime employee of Maine Machine. John loved fishing and had many fishing collectables throughout the house. His wife Collene loved teddy bears and had a vast collection. They both loved Maine and the outdoors. Their estate includes many quality items from Maine craftsmen and companies such as L.L. Bean.

Their home and belongings are beautiful, clean and well-kept. All goods being offered are first-time showings. Here is a partial list of contents which can be viewed at auctionzip.com id number 26897.

There are high-end tools, antique lamps, glassware, collectables, toys, games, furniture, kitchen items, a very heavy aluminum award from Maine Machine Co., antiques, teddy bears, bird bath, gazing ball, bedroom set, ruby red glass, gardening tools, and much, much more! Come see the wonderful items being offered!

Farmstand

NOW AVAILABLE:

4T35

90 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), South Casco, Maine 655-5060 OPEN DAILY 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.

THE ESTATE OF MR. & MRS. JOHN TUCKER

TERMS OF SALE: CASH OR GOOD CHECK 10% BUYERS PREMIUM 5% SALES TAX DEALERS MUST BRING COPY OF TAX CERTIFICATE FOR OUR FILES. ALL ITEMS SOLD AS IS. DESCRIPTION SUBJECT TO ERRORS .

AUCTIONEER MICHAEL KENT – ME. AUC 1529

SALE CONDUCTED BY BROKEN GAVEL AUCTIONS MIKE KENT – OWNER 207-595-4873 SOUTH PARIS MAINE

DUE TO THE THREAT OF HURRICANE IRENE, LAST WEEK’S AUCTION WAS POSTPONED AND WILL TAKE PLACE THIS SUNDAY, SEPT. 4TH, 2011, STARTING AT 11:00 A.M. 1470 Route 16, Conway, NH 03818 (2 miles South of Conway Village – previously Bill’s Place Restaurant)

DATE: SUNDAY, SEPT 4th TIME: 11:00 A.M. PREVIEW: Sat., Sept. 3rd from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. AND Sun., Sept. 4th from 9 A.M. to sale time Antiques, collectibles, household items, jewelry, new & used tools, plus many more items to be sold at auction (which will take place under our tent): 14k gold estate jewelry, sterling items (coins, jewelry & more), stamp collections, golf cart, 2 glass showcases, Steger wind-up phonograph, 2 spinning wheels, antique radios, coin-operated parking meter, “Whittier” sign & “Lions Den” sign from West Ossipee, NH RR station, wood & porcelain water cooler on stand, Cuckoo clock, dolls, Pachinko game, old fishing lures, creel, snowshoes, ice cream maker, 6 ice cream parlor chairs, 4 pressed back chairs, Victorian youth chair, 5-drawer oak chest, 4-drawer empire chest, armoire, round oak table w/2 leaves, drop-leaf table, highboy chest, 3 dining room tables, 3-piece dining room furniture set, 9 dining chairs, leather couch, leather recliner, electric recliner, upholstered couch, electric office chair, china cabinet, glass-front hutch, rolltop desk, entertainment center, 5 bookcases (lg. & sm.), washer & elec. dryer, 2 blanket chests, antique tool chest, flute w/case, artwork, wood carvings, wood-shaft golf clubs, 3 bayonets, George Washington lamp, conductor’s lamp, 2 converted oil lamps, 2-hp water pump, 120± new & used tools such as heavy duty tool cabinet, lg. & sm. socket set, 3/4" 3' torque ratchet, elec. & battery-operated impact wrenches, air compressors, power washer, drywall router, Lincoln welder, Bosch reciprocating saw, Harley Davidson socket set, Craftsman battery tester, Pintle hitch, dovetail saw, Husqvarna chain saw, wood stoves, EKG machine, artificial flower decorating supplies, plus much more! Sale will consist of 400± lots with bargain box lots at the end of the sale.

FOOD AVAILABLE! SEE YOU THERE!

Thomas D. Troon & Sons

Auctioneers, Appraisers, Liquidators

13T26

GOOGLE: “Tom Troon, Auctioneer” for link to “auctionzip” for info AND photos.

1T35

TERMS & CONDITIONS: Cash, Check, Master Card or Visa. 13% buyer’s premium will be charged. Absentee bids accepted. Subject to errors & omissions.

1T35

1T35

1T34

featuring...

Doll Clothes 18” & 11.5” Country Pantry • Blueberry Patch Christmas Room • Wooden Items Northern Woods & MUCH MORE!

Arts & entertainment McLaughlin Garden hosts Art in the Barn

SOUTH PARIS — As part of their commitment to the “First Friday” local art scene, McLaughlin Garden welcomes the public from 6 to 8 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 2 to an art show by artists Barbara Bean and Wilma Stanchfield.

Bean resides in Brunswick and has shown throughout Maine and Massachusetts.

While she works in many media, this exhibit focuses on her large and colorful drawings done in ink and Prismacolor, which depict Maine bog and

woodland plant life. An additional group of her watercolor monotypes also will be on view.

Bean is a native of Massachusetts who studied art at Syracuse University.

She is a founding member of the Points of View Art Group and Gallery in Brunswick.

She is also a member of the Old Post Office Gallery in Georgetown.

The second featured artist, Stanchfield, lives in Milo, where she is a water-

color and mixed-media artist.

She recently has taken up art after many years of working in other fields, although she earned two art degrees many years ago.

Although Stanchfield’s subject matter may vary, her preference is natural subjects such as flowers and landscapes.

Her approach is predominately expressionist, as this more easily conveys the feeling or the initial impression which the artist has for the subject matter. While exploring other concepts occasionally, Wilma’s primary goal is to communicate the profound beauty of nature as seen by her eyes.

St. Joseph’s offering Red Cross babysitting classes STANDISH — Saint Joseph’s College will offer a course in Babysitter’s Training & First Aid Certification on Sunday, Sept. 11, at the Harold Alfond Center on the Standish campus.

The course will provide young people, ages 11 and up, with the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or guardians.

Topics that are covered

include leadership skills, caregiving, first aid skills, safe play and safety. Students will be given a comprehensive babysitter’s training manual and the tools needed to create a babysitter’s kit.

With successful completion of the course, participants will earn an American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Certification and a First Aid Certification.

Students are asked to bring what they consider to be a

safe toy to class, along with their own lunch, snacks and a drink.

The course runs Sunday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $55. Cost for recertification is $45. If a class is needed on a different day, Saint Joseph’s can create a class at another time if there are four interested people. Call 893-6615 or e-mail rdaigle@sjcme.edu to register or obtain more information. To learn about other Red Cross classes on campus, go to www.sjcme. edu/alfond/redcross

‘Rise Up and Walk for Hunger’ Charette

The Bridgton Alliance Church is sponsoring the fourth annual “Rise Up & Walk for Hunger” fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 24 to help support food pantries in the Lake Region area.

Registration starts at 7:45 a.m. and the six-mile walk begins at 8:30 a.m., beginning and ending at the church. Walking the entire course is not required, and transportation is available back to the church along the walk route. The course runs from the church to Middle Ridge Road, to Highland Road, then to Dugway Road and back to the church.

In order to walk, all you need to do is have people sponsor you.

Every dollar you give is worth $8 at the Good Shepherd FoodBank, which supplies food to pantries in Bridgton, Casco, Naples, Harrison and Sweden, among others in the Lake Region.

Today, the Good Shepherd Food-Bank feeds about 70,000 people each month. A gift of $10 to the food bank provides 48 meals. Good Shepherd is willing to process your pledges via credit card directly. They can be reached at 782-3554, and those calling to pledge need to specify that it is for the Rise Up & Walk for Hunger event. Their website is www.gsfb.org

3T33

combines influences like Grosz and Bosch with a surrealist’s use of symbolism and the visual sense of humor of Tim Burton. The result is an enchanting mix that is further enhanced by his lively use of color.”

Those attending the opening will also enjoy the musical talent of Maya Best. Maya plays guitar and harmonica with a blues-folk style, and sings with a voice that is both sultry and commanding.

Maya hails from Greenwood,

and has been playing guitar most of her life.

The opening is free and open to the public. The exhibit and sale will continue at Frost Farm Gallery through Saturday, Oct. 1.

The September First Friday art opening at Frost Farm Gallery is in conjunction with the Maine Bookhouse, the Lajos Matolcsy Arts Center, McLaughlin Garden and Painted Mermaid Gallery.

For more information, call the gallery at 743-8041.

Marcel Flisiuk INDEFINABLE is the title of Marcel Flisiuk’s exhibit at Frost Farm Gallery in Norway. The exhibit runs through Oct. 1.

Whether “hunting” for a home, or thinking of selling one, put Ray and Buck to work for you.

Buck knows waterfront!

RAY

(207) 693-6861 • www.songoriverqueen.net

NORWAY — Frost Farm Gallery will hold a “First Friday” reception, meet and greet the artist this Friday, Sept. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the gallery located in the historic David W. Frost farm, 272 Pikes Hill in Norway.

The exhibit will feature recent works by Marcel Flisiuk in an exhibit aptly titled “Indefinable.” Known for his surreal and colorfully Kafkaesque paintings, Flisiuk was born in Poland, where he was profoundly influenced by his early years in the medieval port city of Gdansk. While he counts his “moody and sensual Slavic soul” among his formative influences, he also was affected by another port city, New Orleans, where the French Quarter still hints at its origins as a medieval sort of walled enclave.

Flisiuk says he sold his first painting at age 10 in New Orleans, where he made friends with musicians and “aroused envy in craft painters littering Jackson Square,” before expanding his repertoire to include murals, posters and CD covers. Describing New Orleans as the most European of American cities, he says it’s a place “where things are played out more drastically and vividly.”

The Painted Note Gallery (online) says, “Marcel Flisiuk paints a personal vision that

The Austin Team

On the Causeway, Route 302, Naples, Maine

CRUISES DAILY THRU LABOR DAY

Marcel Flisiuk at Frost Farm Gallery through Oct. 1

(Continued from Page B) and other interactive exhibits and displays. The park is open daily through Nov. 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; visitors must leave the premises by 6 p.m.

Admission to the park is free for ages 3 and under; $5 for ages 5-12; $7 for adults, and $5 for seniors. Groups of 15 or more are $3.50 per person.

For more information, please call the Maine Wildlife Park at 657-4977 or online at www.mainewildlifepark.com

Songo River Queen II

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page B

207-693-7280

BUCK

rjaustin@lakesproperties.com Rte. 302 • P.O. Box 97, Naples, ME 04055 • 207-693-7000 Independently Owned and Locally Operated

207-647-2122

EOWO

140 MAIN STREET BRIDGTON, MAINE

justinatbridgtonbooks@myfairpoint.net

20,000 Titles Special Orders No Extra Charge Air Conditioned

Fall Hours

starting Thursday, August 25th Monday-Saturday 9:30-5:30 Sunday 11-4:30

BACK to SCHOOL SALE

Join us for

Free Tai Chi

R.A. Music 647-9035 60% OFF New Musical Instruments

50% OFF

New Beginner Class

Used Musical Instruments

starting Sept. 13th

Flutes ~ Clarinets ~ Saxaphones Trumpets ~ Snare Drums ~ and more

Tuesdays 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Old Town Hall North High Street, Bridgton Sponsored by the Bridgton Rec. Dept.

Improve your balance.

Relieve stress.

F.M.I. visit our website: www.taichiinmaine.com

2T35

Basic supplies available: Reeds Valve Oil Care Kits, Etc.

Open Monday – Friday 8–5 p.m.

Specializing in: Repairs, Overhauls Dent Removal & Cleaning

271 Middle Ridge Road ~ Bridgton

3T35X

Town news

Page B, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Homemakers meeting FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Homemakers Extension will meet at the Legion Hall, Bradley Street, Fryeburg on Wednesday, Sept 14. Social time and coffee will be at 9:30 a.m., followed by the business meeting at 10 a.m.

Bebe Toor, organizer of Dinner Bell North, will be the guest speaker. Bebe will speak on the history of Dinner Bell and how the program operates.

This will be a sandwich luncheon with dessert and coffee provided by the hostesses, Janet Walton and Nancy Dighello.

Please remember the articles for the servicemen and woman.

Fryeburg to host Pinzgauer Show

Holden graduates

Matthew Holden, son of Deb and Verd Holden of North Bridgton, graduated in May with a bachelor of science degree in Survey Engineering Technology from the University of Maine at Orono.

board of director’s meetings.

Along with the show, there will be a banquet for members featuring foods from the region. The member meetings and banquet will be held at the Red Jacket Inn, North Conway, N.H. Pinzgauer breeders from all over the U.S. and Canada are expected to attend and show their cattle. For more information on the Pinzgauer Show, visit the American Pinzgauer website at www.pinzgauers.org, or contact Harriet Thoms at mountainviewfarm@earthlink.net or 583-4293.

For information on Fryeburg Fair visit their website, www.fryeburgfair.org

Place your event in our Calendar

FRYEBURG — The Saco River Recreation Council will hold a cleanup day for the Swift and Saco River on Saturday, Sept. 17.

Trash bags, gloves and bottled water will be given to volunteers, provided by the Council, Swan’s Falls Campground and Outdoor Education Facility and canoe companies.

Volunteer groups will disperse to assigned sections of the river Saturday morning.

There will be a cookout after the cleanup at Swan’s Falls Campground.

For more information, sign up at www.sacorivercounncil.org or e-mail Michelle at GOLD AWARD NOMINEE — Casco Public Library Director Carolyn Paradise (left) stands sacorivercleanup@yahoo.com with Girl Scout Gold Award nominee Heather Hayden, who is holding the quilt made from squares decorated by children during the multicultural immersion workshops held this summer. These workshops, along with a multicultural fair, were part of Heather’s project. The quilt will be on display at the library for a month, prior to being donated to Project Linus.

Hawk watch on Hacker’s Hill September 11

CASCO — An experimental hawk watch on Hacker’s Hill in Casco will take place on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sponsored by Loon Echo

Call 647-2851

Route 107, South Bridgton • Open Daily 9 to Dusk

Join us in the start of our harvest!

~ APPLES ~

65 Harrison Road Route 117 Bridgton, ME 04009

06 Taurus SE Sedan, loaded.........................................................

05 Freestar SEL 7-passenger, 4 dr. van. Book $9825..................

05 Taurus SW SE 3rd Seat, 113k..................................................

04 Stratus SXT, 4 dr., 4 cyl., automatic..........................................

04 Sunfire, 4 cyl., standard............................................................

03 PT Cruiser, 4 cyl. GT Turbo, auto, loaded, 73k........................

02 Dodge Van Traveler, 103k, 6 cyl..............................................

02 Escort Sedan, 4 cyl., automatic................................................

01 Blazer 4 dr., 4x4, automatic.......................................................

01 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport 4x4, X-Cab.........................................

99 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport 4x4, X-Cab.........................................

96 Buick Regal, 66k, 6 cyl..............................................................

READY PICK OR PICK YOUR OWN Paula Reds & Possibly Other Varieties Call 207-647-2425

TRADES WELCOME

TRADES WELCOME

HAVE A SAFE & FUN-FILLED LABOR DAY HOLIDAY!

DAVE’S GARAGE

Land Trust, this field day will be led by expert birders Dick Anderson, former executive director of Maine Audubon Society (1969-1977), and Don Hudson, president emeritus

1T35

FRYEBURG — The 2011 National Pinzgauer Show and annual member meetings will be held in Fryeburg from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 30–Oct 2. The National Pinzgauer cattle show will be Oct. 2 at noon in the Livestock Show Arena at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. This is the first Sunday of Fryeburg Fair. Admission to the National Pinzgauer Show is free with admission to the fair.

The National Pinzgauer Show is held in a different region of the United States each year. This year the Northeast Region Pinzgauer Breeders will be hosting the show, as well as the annual member and

Saco River cleanup

of the Chewonki Foundation (1990-2010).

Both Dick and Don have conducted many hawk migration watches and will be assisted by several other hawk identification experts. There will also be mounted hawks on hand for participants to get a closer look at these magnificent creatures normally seen soaring through the skies. As there is no existing data on hawk migrations from this vantage point, this watch will be a bit of an experiment.

“From a technical point of view, this looks like a great site, but actual observation of hawk migration over the Hill is necessary to confirm the quality of the site as a good hawk watching area,” said Anderson.

Texas Hold‘em Tourneys

HARRISON — The Harrison Lions Club is resuming the hosting of Texas Hold‘em Tournaments, with a new location.

The next tournament will be held on Saturday, Sept. 3, with doors open at 11:30 a.m. at the VFW Hall at 176 Waterford Road in Harrison. Cost is $55, which includes the stipend for the state license fee.

Poker play runs from 1 to 6 p.m., and food and refreshments will be available. This is a BYOB event. Proceeds will be used to provide services that the Lions Club renders to the community. Club member Charlie Bigonski said the club plans to hold monthly tournaments at the new location from September through next May. For more information, call Bigonski at 583-4959.

MAINE INSPECTION WE’VE BEEN AROUND FOR A LONG TIME!

TRADES WELCOME

TF30

Stephan L. Hatch DMD FAMILY DENTISTRY

TF4

• Cosmetic, Preventative, Restoration • Root Canals & Lumineers • Extractions • One-Hour Teeth Whitening • Dentures & Partial Dentures • Snoring & Sleep Apnea Treatment • Orthodontics

1T35 TF42

Accepting New Patients!

Most Insurance Accepted

Route 302 by the Bridgton/ Fryeburg Town Line

Delta Dental Network Dentist

HOURS 10 - 3 DAILY Closed Thursday

207-647-

935-4358 ext. #21

138 Harrison Road Rt. 117 Bridgton, ME 04009

Comprehensive care for acute and chronic musculskeletal problems provided by a physician specialist, board certified in osteopathic manipulative medicine.

Integrative approach tailored to specific patient needs including: • conventional medical modalities (imaging, labs, medication, injection therapy) • hands-on osteopathic diagnosis and manipulative treatment (OMT) • exercise therapy • nutrition advice.

OMT is a gentle hands-on treatment designed to achieve and maintain optimum health. It reduces tension and improves the function of muscles, nerves, connective tissue, joints and all body systems.

OMT can alleviate pain and improve function in conditions such as:

Headache Arthritis Sports injuries

Kendal…

“I’m a young female Pit Bull mix. I came to Harvest Hills from another shelter. Although they don’t know a lot about me yet, they have learned that I seem to be okay with cats. I will need some basic obedience, but I’m very sweet and eager to learn.” Visit our website at www.harvesthills.org to see other cats and dogs waiting for a new home!

K&W Aggregates LLC

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Back pain Neck pain Joint pain

207-935-4358

Fibromyalgia TMJ Carpal tunnel

You deserve complete care for your musculoskeletal problem.

Medicare and most insurance accepted.

Gravel & Stone Products

CLOSED LABOR DAY

Frost Mountain Quarry, Rt. 113, Brownfield

NOW SELLING • 3⁄4” Crushed Stone • 1.5” Crushed Stone • Ledge Pack Stone Dust • Bank Run Gravel • Processed Gravel • 3⁄4” Crushed Gravel • 1.5” Crushed Gravel • 1.5” MDOT “A” Crushed Gravel • Bank Run Sand • 3⁄4” Reclaimed Asphalt • Loam • Erosion Control Mix Pit Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Kandwaggregates.com 207-452-8888

Receive a tax credit when you purchase a clean-burning Jotul woodstove or insert.

All Jotul wood stoves and inserts are over 75% energy efficient.

4T33

Town &Country Route 113, East Conway, NH 603-939-2698 Mon. – Sat. 9-5 townandcountry.com

Country living

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page B

Memorial Hospital sets up two charitable funds “The proposed Reflection Room will be nondenominational and will provide a warm refuge for all, regardless of the visitor’s culture, faith, religious denomination, beliefs or values,“ said Scott McKinnon, FACHE, president and CEO of Memorial Hospital. Donations to the Reflection Room Fund will help cover renovation costs, furnishings and other expenses.

The Roy Estey Memorial Fund has been established by Memorial’s medical staff and employees, in honor of Roy Estey, a beloved Memorial Hospital employee who was always ready to help anyone, anywhere, anytime. He died tragically in a boating accident because he didn’t know how to swim.

“We are proud to have come together to establish this special fund in Roy’s honor,” said Mary Vigeant, APRN. “The Roy

Estey Fund will help ensure that local children and adults, who wish to safely engage in the Valley’s many recreational pursuits, will have ready and affordable access to swimming lessons, life jackets and water safety education.”

Contributions may be made to either one, or both, charitable funds, through Memorial’s Development Office at 3073 White Mountain Highway, P.O. Box 5001, North Conway, N.H. 03860. Or you may direct questions to 603-356-5461, ext.

2198.

Library card signups Yard sale for Landmark art show dog rescheduled

The Studio of Landmark Human Resources will present its Third Annual Art Show entitled “Landmark Explores Texture” from Friday, Sept. 9 through Friday, Oct. 21, at the Bridgton Community Center on Depot Street in downtown Bridgton.

The public is cordially invited to an opening reception on Friday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The opening reception will feature an interactive piece of art created by James Buxton, as well as a display of handmade books by the studio’s artists. For more information, contact Landmark’s office at 647-8396.

Walking workshop

is for you. Wellness coach Tish Caldwell will lead the group, offering tips and guidance along the way. The program will end just in time for group members to participate in The Dempsey Challenge walk/run on Oct. 8.

Caldwell is a 1982 graduate of St. Mary’s School of Nursing and has worked in the healthcare field for over 30 years. She served as the Auburn-Lewiston YMCA Wellness director for 25 years and is a certified yoga, pilates and group exercise instructor.

Pre-registration is available by calling the Dempsey Center at 795-8250, toll-free 1-877336-7287 or online at www. dempseycenter.org

NORWAY — In honor of National Library Card Sign-up Month, the Norway Memorial Library Children’s Room is providing a free surprise to all children when they pick up their library cards. Make sure to stop by the Children’s Room to show Anna that you received the smartest card of all.

Everyone who receives a library card will have their photo taken to be added to the Bulletin Board in the Children’s Room. Don’t let your child be left behind, make sure that they get a library card today!

Library Card Sign-up Month is a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country remind parents that a library card is the most important school supply of all.

For more information on how to sign up for a library card, visit the Norway Memorial Library at 258 Main Street, call 7435309 or visit the library online at www.norway.lib.me.us/

STATE INSPECTIONS A.S.E. Factory-Trained Technician

400 North Bridgton Road Bridgton, Maine

A Multi-Dealer Shop offering Fresh Daily Arrivals of

207.647.3089

ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES

WHIT BUILDERS 1st/3rd month

Complete Site Work

Open Daily 10am-5pm

Commercial/Residential General Contracting

142 & 148 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 • (207) 647-4500 (across the street from Renys & Magic Lantern Theater)

Foundations • Roads • Driveways Septic Systems • Sand • Gravel • Low Bed Dump Trailers • Tri Axle TF24

Tel: 207-925-2043 Cell: 207-756-5979

MSBuildsGC@aol.com

Patios • Firepits Plantings • Walkways Stonewalls • Granite Steps

207-803-2233

Corner of Otter Pond Rd. & Rte. 302, Bridgton Rob & Steve Whitten

The Fresh Seafood Truck Fresh

LOBSTER MEAT

29.95 lb.

$

cell: 207-756-0762 Fully Insured Free Estimates D.E.P. Shoreline Certified

2 lbs. for

3.99 lb.

Fresh

STEAMERS

COMPLETE LANDSCAPING SERVICES

TF32

While Supply Lasts

We ship anywhere in the USA

FALL HOURS START SEPT. 10TH Sat. Only, 10 A.M. To 5 P.M.

$

56.00 lb.

in blacktop which can severely damage pavements under the “freeze-thaw” cycle.

(while they last)

which causes raveling and cracking of the pavement and allows water penetration.

Fresh

Salmon & Swordfish

Hake Fillet

3.99

$

Phone: 207-452-2279

which soften, weaken and destroy asphalt pavement.

LOBSTERS

$

2.99 lb.

Sealcoating Since 1962

Live Two-Claw

Fresh

$

Beaverbrook Sealcoating

Why Sealcoat???

eek…

This W onday, Open Mr Day Labo

Ph: 207-925-1222

Nick Nataluk, B.S. Horticulture U. Maine Orono 79 Old Waterford Road, Lovell, Maine 04051 email: fieldstoneme@yahoo.com

TF

Excavation/Transportation

www.fieldstone.me Mulch Compost Loam Stone 3-5 Yard Deliveries

We Now Use ServiceMaster® for all water and fire damage jobs.

HARRY BARKER’S

Latest Diagnostic Tools

NEW CONSTRUCTION and REMODELING Additions - Garages - Decks Roofing - Windows - Doors

For all your construction needs…

Big or Small

GENERAL AUTO REPAIR

M & S BUILDERS of MAINE, INC.

OPEN FRIDAY–SUNDAY 9–5

TF28

Cars • Commercial • Trucks & Trailers • Motorcycles

HIRAM — Soldiers Memorial Library, 85 Main Street, will hold its third Wednesday Book Discussion Group on Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to noon. The title will be Royal Sisters: Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret by Ann Edwards (originally planned for the August discussion).

The Wednesday Knotty Knitters meets weekly from noon to 2 p.m. All are welcome. Interested in forming a group to share gardening ideas, problems, etc.? For more information, contact Pam at the library at 625-4650.

388 Foxboro Road, Lovell, ME 04051

Seniors tax & rent program

CUSTOM CAR WORKS Custom Auto • Collision • Repairs

Soldiers Memorial Library News

Eric Wissmann General Contractor

CASCO — Due to Hurricane had to be cut short. Therefore, Irene, the yard sale for Weyekin, organizers are planning to hold Susan Fielder’s service dog, the sale this weekend, on both Friday and Saturday, Sept. 3 and 4, at Sebago Dock and Lift on Route 302 across from Chute’s Bakery in Casco. Hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday.

Fielder, Bridgton’s part-time Animal Control Officer, will SeniorsPlus Mobile office be there all weekend, as will will be assisting the general Weyekin, a 10-year-old Belgian public with questions about the sheepdog that had to have her Property Tax and Rent Refund leg amputated because of bone “Circuit Breaker” Program at cancer and now needs help paythe following locations and ing for chemotherapy. For more dates: information, or to make a dona• Sept. 1, 8 — Hiram Town tion, contact Fielder at acoOffice, 25 Allard Circle, 10 fielder@yahoo.com a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Sept. 21-Oct. 19 — Norway Town Office, 19 Danforth Street, Norway. An appointment is required. Call SeniorsPlus at 1-800-427-1241.s

TF16

LEWISTON — The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing at Central Maine Medical Center is offering a free walking workshop to cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.

“One Step at a Time” will take place Wednesdays, Sept.

7 through Oct. 5 from 6 to 7 p.m. The first meeting will take place at CMMC, 12 High Street, in conference room H. Beginning Sept. 14, the group will meet at Festival Plaza on Main Street in Auburn.

Whether you already walk on a regular basis, or want the help and support to start walking for exercise, this program

CONSTANT COMPANION — Susan Fielder, part-time Animal Control Officer for Bridgton, gets a kiss from her Service Dog, Weyekin.

CORNISH — The Girl Scouts of Maine, in collaboration with Juncture Learning Center, will host two All Out for Girl Scouts informational open houses on Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 24 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Activities include parachute games, obstacle courses, balance beams, tumbling, fitness games and more. Fun, exercise, and making new friends is a great way for your daughter to start on her Girl Scout leadership experience.

Girls and adults are invited to attend either program date to find out about the many different and fun ways today’s girls are participating in Girl Scouting and how the programs and activities inspire them to reach their personal best. Girls will have an opportunity to sample some fitness and fun activities with coach Lisa, and adults will also learn about the flexible options and benefits of becoming a Girl Scout volunteer.

SCOUTS, Page B

1T35

NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — Memorial Hospital has announced the establishment of two ground-breaking initiatives, or charitable funds, spearheaded by Hospital employees: A Reflection Room Fund and the Roy Estey Memorial Fund.

The idea and support for the Reflection Room recognizes that, for many, their faith, spiritual well-being and values can have a profound effect on their physical well-being and the healing process. The Reflection Room will be located on the hospital campus to provide quiet space for patients, families and friends to have a place where they can reflect, meditate, seek spiritual guidance and support, or pray for loved ones. Many Hospital providers, who support the fund, have also indicated that a Reflection Room will promote and support their caregiving.

Girl Scouts open house

7.99

$

lb.

pavement by providing a charcoal black color which gives the pavement a rich new-look appearance

lb.

While Supply Lasts

Same Fresh Seafood, All Produce & Baked Goods While Supply Lasts TO CALL AHEAD UNDER SPARKLING NEW MANAGEMENT FOR ORDERS Located at Country Thyme Foods 207-725-7227 489 ROOSEVELT TRAIL, NAPLES, ME 675-3445

Before

After

TF27

Country living

Page B, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Pig roast benefit for church addition

Grace Christian Church is holding a pig roast with all the fixin’s for the general public on Saturday, Sept. 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Central Fire Station on Gibbs Avenue.

The pig roast includes pulled pork, corn on the cob, French fries, mushroom caps, baked beans, homemade pies and beverages — and there will be a children’s menu as well. The meal is in support of the building project for a new addition at the church, located at 11 Pinhook Road. For more information, call 647-2796.

Nurture Through Nature book group

DENMARK — Come to Denmark to share insights gained around the ancient, sacred text, the Tao Te Ching, as translated by Stephen Mitchell, along with Thousand Names for Joy by Byron Katie, at a community discussion group on five consecutive Tuesdays beginning Sept. 6 at 6 p.m.

The two books go sweetly hand in hand, and offer an amazing opportunity to be guided, while inspiring thoughts and questions make for an expansive discussion. The books are available for purchase at Bridgton Books.

Discussion group participants are invited to come early to join in a Yoga Basics class from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m., with a potluck immediately following.

Yoga is by donation and the suggested donation for class is $12.

The discussion group will offer guided meditation on the teachings of the Tao Te Ching, as well as shared discussion on insights gained.

This group is open to the public and it is not necessary that you come to yoga. Donations towards the space are accepted

OXFORD HILLS

OXFORD PLAZA, MAIN ST., (RT. 26) 743-5100 www.flagshipcinemas.com SHOWING SEPT. 2 – SEPT. 8 FRI. & SAT. Doors Open at 1:00 p.m.

SHARK NIGHT (PG-13)..............1:30, 4:15, 7:10, 9:20 APOLLO 18 (PG-13)..................1:45, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30 COLOMBIANA (PG-13)..............1:15, 4:00, 6:55, 9:10 DON’T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK (R)........................1:25, 4:25, 7:05, 9:15 OUR IDIOT BROTHER (R).........1:40, 4:20, 7:15, 9:25 SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME IN THE THE WORLD (PG)....1:35, 4:10, 7:00, 9:00 THE SMURFS (PG)........................................1:20, – – RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (PG-13).........................4:05, 6:50, 9:05 You must be 17 years old to view R-rated films unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Photo ID required.

and please bring a prepared dish or appetizer to share if you are able. The discussion group will meet on Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27, with the last class on Oct. 4.

For more information, call Jen at 452-2929, or e-mail her at ntnretreat@yahoo.com

‘Let’s talk about it’ at Bridgton Library Bridgton Library has been selected by the Maine Humanities Council to offer “Let’s Talk About It,” a free reading and discussion group with copies of books available at the library.

This program is provided by the Maine Humanities Council’s Maine Center of the Book in cooperation with the Maine State Library.

The series, “The Journey Inward: Women’s Autobiography,” begins Thursday, Sept. 8 at 3 p.m. at the library. Facilitator Pat Parker will lead discussion on four books — Letters of a Woman Homesteader

by Elinor Pruitt Stewart, Dust Tracks on a Road by Zora Neale Hurston, My Life by Isador Duncan and Blackberry Winter

by Margaret Mead.

Call the library at 647-2472 for more information or stop in to pick up the books during open hours — Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Casco/Naples/Raymond American Legion Post #155 Route 11 Naples, ME Wednesday Night Every Wednesday

BINGO Doors open at 5:00 p.m.

Starts at 6:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Half Price Drinks for Ladies Friday, Sept. 2nd• 6:30-7

MEAT ROLL

Raymond Village Library news

Bridgton

by Virginia Staples Bridgton Correspondent Tel. 647-5183

Bike ride benefits Harry Glover A benefit motorcycle ride for Harry Glover will be held on Saturday, Sept. 3, starting from the Central Fire Station at 10:45 a.m.

The music of Lauren Scott and students will accompany shoppers at the Bridgton Farmers’ Market on Saturday, Sept. 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market is held beside the Community Center on Depot Street. For more information, call 452-2772.

Bridgton Hospital will hold its benefit Golf Tournament on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. at the Bridgton Highlands Country Club.

Loon Echo Land Trust will hold an easy/moderate walk in Pondicherry Park on Saturday, Sept. 10. The 90-minute walk will begin at the Bob Dunning Memorial Bridge at 9 a.m.

NEW CALLER — Ray Hilton is the new club caller who will open the fall season at the next square dance on Saturday, Sept. 10 at Oxford Hills Middle School in South Paris.

Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Sept. 10

SOUTH PARIS — The Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club of South Paris announces that Ray Hilton of Saco is its new club caller and will open the fall season on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street, South Paris.

He will be calling Mainstream/Mainstream Plus level for the square dancing, and Carol Stewart of Dresden will cue the round dancing. Hosts for the evening are Nancy and Fred Engdahl of Waterford and Russ and Fay Perham of Oxford. There will be door prizes and Pot ‘O Gold drawing.

Admission is $6 per person. Non-dancers are welcome to come and watch at no charge. For more information, call Eleanor Herrick, vice president at 782-4050.

Thursday, Sept. 1st • 6 to10

MEMBERSHIP APPRECIATION with REX

At a Glance Monday, Sept. 5 — Labor Day, library is closed Monday, Sept. 12 — Storytimes resume Wednesday, Sept. 28 — Book Group, 7 p.m. at the library Wednesday, Oct. 5 – Annual board meeting, 7 p.m. at the library Labor Day Please note that the library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, celebrating Labor Day. However, it will be open on the day before, Sunday, Sept. 4.

Storytimes Resume After a summer break, storytimes will resume beginning Monday, Sept. 12 with Chrissy Zidle leading the children in songs, games and weaving her enthusiastic energy throughout this fun time spent together.

The times are: • Baby Time (birth-18 months) meets Mondays at 10 a.m.

• Toddler Time (18-36 months) meets on Wednesdays; first session at 10 a.m. and second session at 11 a.m.

• Preschool Time meets on Mondays at 11 a.m.

For more information, call the library at 655-4283.

Book Group The reading group will meet at the library on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. The book chosen for September is The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.

Henrietta Lacks was a poor Southern tobacco farmer whose cancer cells (known as HeLa) were taken without her knowledge before her death.

The HeLa cells became one of the most important tools in medicine, yet Henrietta Lacks remained virtually unknown.

This book is a fascinating story of Henrietta Lack’s life, the multi-million dollar industry of selling human biological materials, the history of experimentation on human life, the birth of bioethics and the legal battles over whether we control the stuff we are made of.

Annual Board Meeting The annual board meeting will take place at the library on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m.

There will be a review of the year and election of trustees and officers. This meeting is

open to the public and all are welcome to attend.

Book Sale The annual Book Sale has come to an end, and the library thanks all those whose generous donations made it possible to have such a variety of material for all interests and ages. Due to the generosity of the patrons, there were more book donations than space.

Therefore, once the annual book sale materials are cleared out, the library will have a Fall Book Sale of all new items.

Fabulous Flowers All those who have come to the library this summer have seen and enjoyed the lovely flowers in the large planters on the lawn and the beautiful hanging plant by the door.

The library has the Hawthorne Garden Club to thank once again for this service, which they have provided for a number of years. Thanks also go out to Irene Morris, who faithfully kept everything watered and fresh throughout the hot summer months.

The Smartest Card So many cards fill our wallets, pockets and pocketbooks.

We need them to shop, to call, to charge etc. There is one special, small green card that doesn’t cost a cent and opens worlds of wonder and delight.

This is your library card. The American Library Association has designated September as Library Card Sign-Up Month and the Raymond Village Library wants to be sure your family has a library card. Kids can go the library to get homework help and borrow books.

They can also checkout music, DVDs and use the Internet, all for free. New residents and those who have not been in for a while are also invited to come in and sign-up for a card.

Caregivers meeting

The Bridgton Caregivers Support Group will meet Wednesday, Sept.14, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Bridgton Community Center. Free respite care is available during the meeting.

Caswell House

Pasta • Seafoods • Yardbird • Home of the Puffa Steak

Wishing Everyone a Safe and Fun-Filled Labor Day Holiday Weekend!

Must show paid dues card for special pricing

Five-course dinner lakeside Sun.–Fri., $35.00 Buffet, Sat., $45.00

7D A WE YS-A EK -

The

’RE WE EN P O

ACCESSIBLE

BY BOAT

DAILY LUNCH AND DINNER SPECIALS Kitchen open Tues.–Sun. 11 a.m. ’til Close Monday 11 a.m. ’til 4 p.m.

Conveniently located off Rte. 302 in South Casco

1T35

693-4601

migis.com • (207) 655-4524

*Reservations required! Does not include bar service, Maine State sales tax and service charge.

Must bring this advertisement to receive offer. Offer expires Oct. 6, 2011.

BN

207-583-9077 Main St., Harrison

1

Sun.–Thurs. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

NOW SERVING FRI. & SAT. NIGHT

EARLY BIRD PRIME RIB Come and experience DINNER the taste of our hardwood-fired SPECIALS char grill.

TF26

Starting at $7.99

Authentic West Coast Mexican Food Available

X-MEN: FIRST CLASS – PG-13 – 11:20 P.M.

BRIDGTON TWIN DRIVE-IN S C R E E N 2

We’re in Beautiful Downtown HARRISON, MAINE 207-583-6550

RT. 302, NAPLES, ME

ND RD TH S NOW SHOWING FRI., SAT. & SUN., SEPT. 2 , 3 & 4 C CARS 2 R – G – 7:45 P.M. E E MR. POPPER’S PENGUINS N – PG – 9:45 P.M.

OLDE MILL TAVERN

4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Over 10 Great Choices!

TF27

30 MINUTES OR LESS BAD TEACHER – R – 9:20 P.M.

FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS – R – 10:55 P.M.

Find us and like us on Facebook.

9 DEPOT STREET, BRIDGTON, MAINE Check our website for times or call The Movie Hotline at 207-647-5065 the week of the showing.

MOVIE SCHEDULE: SEPTEMBER 2ND – SEPTEMBER 8ST

THE SMURFS (PG) CRAZY STUPID LOVE (PG13) RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (PG13)

FREE POPCORN

– R – 7:45 P.M.

1T35

Beginning Sunday, Sept. 4th

1T35

RADIO SOUND SCR 1 – 89.5 FM SCR 2 – 88.7 FM

Labor Day - September 5th, 2011 with this coupon 647-9326 or visit us on the web at: www.magiclanternmovies.com

Country living

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page B

Androscoggin Home Care announces fall 2011 programs LEWISTON — Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice is offering several programs this fall to provide information and support to children and adults in western Maine grieving the death of a loved one.

Program sessions help participants understand the grief process, share feelings and experiences and find hope and comfort. All programs are led

by trained bereavement volunteers and/or professional grief facilitators and are offered at no cost to participants.

“During the eight-week session I learned there are so many aspects to grieving, so many questions you need answered.

I learned that it’s okay to be sad and more importantly, it’s okay to be happy. My husband would want that,” explains Yvette Boivin, a Pathways through Grief participant.

For more information, including program locations/ dates, or to pre-register please call the numbers listed below.

Bridgton: Pathways through Grief, begins Sept. 21 through Nov. 9, Wednesdays from 6 to

7:30 p.m. Requires pre-registration, call 795-9468.

Oxford Hills: Pathways through Grief, begins Sept. 21 through Nov. 9, Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Requires pre-registration, call 7959468.

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice offers grief support programs at various times throughout the year.

Contact them at the numbers provided at any time or visit ww.ahch.org to learn about other planned offerings, connect with other communitybased bereavement resources, or learn about opportunities to become a trained bereavement volunteer.

WINDHAM — Do you wonder, in this economy, what items might be a good investment for your future?

Do you wonder what that “thing” is that Aunt Sarah left you?

Do you wonder if that vase you love is worth anything?

Windham Hill United Church of Christ, 140 Windham Center Road, is holding an “Education and Appraisal Event” in its Fellowship Hall on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Steve Center of Centervale Antiques in Scarborough will be on hand to answer those questions and share his expertise. He will have some suggestions of categories that are investment possibilities, as well as assessments and explanations of those family “treasures.” He will also have items with him to illustrate various categories.

Admission is $5 if you just want to come and listen; $10 for admission and one item; $20 for admission and two items; and $25 for admission and three items. You must be able to carry item(s) in and out of the building.

A coffee and snack bar will also be available.

AARP driving class Appraisal event

HELP FILL THIS TRAILER — St. Joseph Church Food Pantry volunteer Chris Minnicozzi and her son, Dan Gribbin, hope shoppers at Food City on Saturday will help them fill the church’s food pantry trailer, so they will have the food they need to distribute to their neighbors in Bridgton.

St. Joseph Food Pantry holding food drive Sept. 3

A shortage of food at the Good Shepherd Food-Bank’s distribution center in Auburn is leaving area food pantries scrambling for other ways to fulfill their mission of providing food to those who need it. St. Joseph Catholic Church Food Pantry trailer will be parked at Food City on Saturday, Sept. 3, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a special food drive to restock their larders.

“The shelves are literally empty in the salvage area,” said St. Joseph Church Food Pantry volunteer Chris Minnicozzi, referring to the Auburn Good Shepherd distribution center, which area food pantries rely on to buy food to stock their pantries.

“Lots of times, we go with our trailer and our truck, and (the shelves at Good Shepherd) are virtually empty. You have to keep going back to try to get more.”

Good Shepherd’s distribu-

tion centers have been impacted by the huge increase in demand from area food pantries. St. Joseph’s food pantry is fortunate in that it does not rely on federal funding, said Minnicozzi, but has the support of parishioners and outside donors who contribute money to keep the pantry going.

However, because of the lack of food at Good Shepherd, the pantry’s volunteers have had to shop for food at Food City and other area grocery stores just like everyone else.

Minnicozzi said she and the other volunteers keep their eyes peeled for sales on meat and other grocery items.

“We’re paying the same prices everyone else is paying,” so the funds that are donated don’t provide as much food as they used to, she said.

To make matters worse, the church lost a whole freezer full of meat during the power

outage from Hurricane Irene.

She hopes residents of Bridgton and the surrounding communities will be generous when they go shopping at Food City on Sept. 3, and buy some extra items to fill the trailer that will be parked out front.

“The number of people that need food keeps increasing exponentially — it’s scary,” said fellow pantry volunteer Joan Korb. St. Joseph Church’s Food Pantry distributes food on the fourth Tuesday of each month, taking on half the clients of the town’s other food pantry at the Bridgton Methodist Church, which distributes food on a weekly basis.

The next food distribution day for St. Joseph Church will be on Tuesday, Sept. 27, from noon to 3 p.m. If you have questions or a need for food, please call Minnicozzi at 6539522.

AARP Driver Safety Classes for drivers age 50 and older will be presented in Portland from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, and in Windham on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011.

The class in Portland will be held at the AARP Maine State Office, 1685 Congress Street.

The class in Windham will be presented at the Windham Public Library, 217 Windham Center Road.

The registration fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for others. To register, phone John Hammon, AARP volunteer instructor, at 655-4943.

Registration no later than Sept.

9 is recommended as class size is limited.

The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom refresher course designed for experienced and mature drivers. More information may be found on the Internet at www.home.earthlink.net/~drivesafe-me

Girl Scouts

(Continued from Page B) Girl Scouts of Maine serves over 12,000 girls statewide in grades K-12. For information on Girl Scouts or to volunteer, call Jeanie Duguay at 364-3639 or toll free 1-888-922-4763, or visit the Girl Scouts of Maine website at www.girlscoutsofmaine.org

SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER DAILY BIGGEST & BEST OMELETS AROUND! FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Best Prime Rib In Town King & Queen Cut Includes pot., veg., salad & rolls

www.punkinvalley.com

KARAOKE

Fri. & Sat. Nights 8:30 – 12:30 p.m.

PIZZA

EAT-IN OR TAKE-OUT EVERY NIGHT

Full Liquor License OPEN DAILY YEAR ROUND!

1270 N. High St. ~ Rt. 302 ~ Bridgton, ME (just before the Fryeburg town line) • 207-647-2784

Center Lovell Inn and Restaurant Named Best Country Inn Dinner by New England Travel.

Featured in Yankee, Downeast, Martha Stewart Living, Every Day with Rachael Ray,and The Boston Globe.

Overlooking the White Mountains. Gourmet Dining In a Relaxed and Friendly Atmosphere.

****

SERVING DINNER DAILY, 6 TO 9 P.M. 207-925-1575

****

LODGING DAILY

Center Lovell, ME.

1T35

Please call for reservations

Our Own Beef & Pork 25# & 50# MEAT PACKAGES

Customize your package by ordering 25# or more.

No Bovine Boxed and ready to pick up, please call ahead. Growth Hormones kathy@shermanfarmnh.com or 603-939-2412 in Our Meat Eat Healthy, Buy Local With Confidence!

or Milk!

GREEN MOUNTAIN COFFEE by the cup or bulk

OPEN YEAR ROUND 9 A.M. ‘til 6:00 P.M. • 603-939-2412 EAST CONWAY ROAD • EAST CONWAY, N.H. www.shermanfarmnh.com We accept Visa, American Express, Mastercard & Debit Cards

RICK’S CAFE

IN THE CASINO BUILDING ON THE CAUSEWAY, NAPLES Great family dining on the deck overlooking Long Lake

Nachos • Burgers Blooming Onions Rick’s Rockin’ Roll-ups Fried Clams and Much More! facebook.com/rickscafenaples

FOR MORE INFORMATION ... 207-693-3759

“Our Reputation is Growing”

Fresh & Wholesome

“Cut Your Own” FLOWERS

Jams • Jellies • Cheeses • Homemade Butters Ice Cream • Cookies • Whoopie Pies • Muffins

OPEN 7 DAYS

Sat., Sept. 3rd: SKOSH Sun., Sept. 4th: SIDESHOW

SWEET CORN

2011 BLUEBERRIES • TOMATOES CORN MAIZE SALAD MIX • LETTUCE • CUKES OPENING BEANS • BROCCOLI • RADISHES SUMMER SQUASH • MUMS SEPT. 17TH No Animal By-Products Are Fed To Our Cows!

Our 26th Season!

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with Live Music

Sherman Farm Fresh & Wholesome...Taste The Difference Quality Makes.

MILK Pasteurized & Homogenized

• Skim • 2% Lowfat • Chocolate • Strawberry • Heavy Cream • Orange Creme

• Whole • Coffee • 1% Choc.

• Half-n-Half • Banana • Lemonade

Half- Gallon Containers All Returnable Glass

also at The Morning Dew, Bridgton Spice & Grain, Fryeburg

FRESH ORGANIC PRODUCE Full line of natural and organic products

GREAT SOUP & SANDWICHES Boarshead Deli Monday-Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 9 to 5:30 Sunday 10 to 5 (next to Paris Farmers)

Page B, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Country living

Bullying solution

Bean supper

(Continued from Page 10B) boarding schools in Bath and Woodstock, Conn., the real test has been in its transference to our public schools in the Bronx (NYC), New Haven, and Washington D.C. I called some of my colleagues from Hyde’s public charter schools to get their take on bullying. Both schools are justifiably proud of what the Director of High School, Washington, D.C. Ronaldo Murray calls a “culture of acceptance.” (HydeDC stands out as one of the few inner city District high schools with no metal detectors at the front door.)

Assistant Head Chrissie Brown chimes in, “While the kids initially see our concept of Brother’s Keeper as snitching, they ultimately realize that they are actually

EAST BALDWIN — The East Baldwin Church will hold a public baked bean supper on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the church. Cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children.

Come and enjoy.

Chinese auction for RPC

SOUTH PARIS — A Chinese auction to benefit Responsible Pet Care will be held Saturday, Sept. 24, at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in South Paris.

Bidding will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and winners will be drawn at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5, $10 and $20; there will also be bonus tickets. Over 300 great items will be offered, and food and refreshments will be available.

CLASS REUNION — Members of the Bridgton High School Class of 1947 recently enjoyed a reunion. Pictured are: (front, left to right) Gordon S. Durfee, Mickey D. Boutilier and Carleen Libby Nelson; (back row) Victor R. Stevens, Carlo I. Viitala, Rev. Ronald A. Murch, Rubie Haughn Sandus and Beverly Rand Koenig.

Student scholarships Laura Ann Berry, a political science student at the University of Southern Maine, has been awarded the Betty and Sumner Hancock Scholarship.

Laura is a 2007 graduate of Lake Region High School. She is the daughter of Scott and Diane Sutherland of Casco.

helping each other out. When we adults get purely punitive, we take away their power to practice that.” (We also increase the climate for bullying.) This is not to say that bullying never happens, but as Yvonnia Wise at Hyde’s South Bronx charter stresses, “We must develop both an eye and an ear for bullying even in its smallest form.

Both the victims and perpetrators need to know that bullying will be addressed immediately.”

At the end of the day, we need a mixture of Mom’s advice from days gone by combined with a modern understanding of “It Takes a Village.” They can’t do it by themselves. We cannot do it for them. Maybe we can form a partnership that can get it done.

Located in the Magic Lantern Theatre

on Kezar Lake

Sunday-Thursday 11:30 am-9 pm Friday & Saturday 11:30 am - 10 pm

Prime Rib • Roasted Duckling • Rack of Lamb Swordfish • Lobster • Fried Seafood

HAPPY HOUR ALL WEEKEND LONG!

Reserve early for our Gazebo Reservations requested • Casual attire welcome • Kids Menu available Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner – Everyday

Frozen Cocktails & Half-Price Selected Appetizers

Pleasant Point Road, Center Lovell, ME 04016

207-925-3008

Full Bar • Mimosas • Bloody Marys

TF34

Szechuan, Hunan & Cantonese Cuisine Dine In or Take Out

PATIO DINING

DAILY SPECIALS

CRIBBAGE NIGHT – TUESDAYS AT 6:00 P.M.

9 DEPOT STREET, BRIDGTON 647-9326

Tel: (207) 647-8890 MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED

Bring your family & friends to our historic two-hundred-year-old timber frame restoration on Long Lake and visit the…

7 DAYS A WEEK Summer/Winter Sun.-Thurs. 11 am - 9 pm/8:30 pm Fri. & Sat. 11 am - 10 pm/9:30 pm 160 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009

TF34

Venezia Ristorante

Relaxed Fine Dining,

Imaginative Cuisine,

Italian Cuisine

Local, Fresh Ingredients,

GREAT SPECIALS NIGHTLY

Great Wines & Spectacular Views

OPEN: SIX DAYS A WEEK Tuesday – Sunday 5-9 p.m.

Culinary Institute of America graduate Chef/Owner ★★★★ ME Sunday Telegram, 2010 Dinner Every Night Except Tuesday 5:30–9 p.m.

Dine with a Sunset View or in our Lively Pub

For more information call: 647-5333 or 647-5334 Reservations Recommended

~ R E S E RVAT I O N S , P L E A S E ~

TF23

TF31

RTE. 302 & 93 BRIDGTON MAINE

Open 7 Week Days a for Lu nch and D inner

tary limen Comp i f i W

WATERFRONT DINING – INSIDE & OUT

Brewpub & Eatery BRAY’S 60

TH

BEER DINNER

THURS., SEPT. 22

ND

CULINARY CREATIONS BY CHEF ALVAH JOHNSON ~~~~~ BREWERY TOUR AT 6:30, SEATING AT 7 P.M. RESERVATIONS. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 2ND INVITATIONAL

“LOCAL COLOR” ART SHOW

SAT., OCT. 8 IN THE BIERGARTEN FROM 2–6 P.M. DAVID WELLS JAZZ QUARTET & APPETIZERS BY BRAY’S TH

★ LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ★

Thurs., Sept. 1 Fri., Sept. 2

Sat., Sept. 3

Sun., Sept. 4

Mon., Sept. 5 Wed., Sept. 7

w/Pete Powers

from 6–9 p.m. in the Biergarten (or 5–8 p.m. contingent on weather), at 9:30 p.m. at 9:30 p.m.

at 8 p.m. – ALL MUSICIANS INVITED

from 7–10 p.m.

from 6–9 p.m.

Sun. - Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Fri. - Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 Midnight Rte. 302 (At the traffic light) Naples, ME 693-6806

www.braysbrewpub.com

1T35

A Taste of Italy – Only $49 per person

4-Course Dinner complete with wine & drinks Menu: Heirloom Tomato Caprese with Prosecco Stuffed Scallops & Orzo with Pinot Grigio Grilled Lamb Chops with Pesto with Chianti Classico Tiramisu with Amaretto Coffee LIMITED SEATING SO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW USE YOUR LOYALTY POINTS! OUR NEW FREEDOM

New Fall Hours Begin Mon., Sept. 5th, 2011 Lunch Daily ~ 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Serving Dinner ~ Sun–Thurs 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Fri–Sat 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Dinner Bell Specials Daily ~ 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

LOYALTY PROGRAM OTHER THEMED DINNERS * EARN 10% OFF for Every • Shipyard Beer Dinner – Friday, Sept. 23rd Dollar You Spend! * FREE to join!

• California Wine Dinner – Friday, Oct. 7th * Come on in to see the details • Mexican Night – Friday, Oct. 14th

IT’S FOOTBALL TIME AGAIN!!!!

Come join us on the scenic upper level & watch your game on Big screen HD.

“Season Opener” … New England Patriots

Keep Summer Alive!

at Miami Dolphins, Mon., Sept. 12th at 7:00 p.m.

Football/Food/Fans… Come get your game on!

• Singing for the Benjamins

$2.50 BUD LIGHT — DRAFT AND APPETIZER SPECIALS All entertainment is presented on the scenic upper level.

Show Times: 6–9 p.m. A great opportunity to catch the beautiful sunsets!!!

Saturday 09/03...............Doug Morgan Friday 09/09....................Lisa Gallant Friday 09/16....................Sir Barry Glen Friday 09/23....................Mark Miller Saturday 09/24...............Donahoe & Waxman Friday 09/30....................Sir Barry Glen

STILL OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Karaoke every Wed. nite at 9pm $100 bill given to the Best Singer Every Week Picture to be placed on the Wall of Fame • Congratulations to “Cowboy Chuck” as our 1st winner

September’s Featured Live Entertainment:

Happy Hour

in the

Pub

4-6 p.m. Every Day including Saturday & Sunday

1T35

COME CELEBRATE THE AUTUMNAL EQUINOX AT

Our First Themed Dinner... Friday, September 9th

STILL OPEN EVERYDAY AT 11:30 AM Kitchen closes: Labor Day Weekend Fri-Sun 10 PM Labor Day 8 PM; Tues-Thurs 9 PM

923 Roosevelt Trail • Naples, Maine 04055 • 207-693-3700 www.freedomcafeandpub.com NOW ON FACEBOOK thefreedomcafe@gmail.com

Student news

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page B

WMUCC announces a new website

offers tried-and true strategies and links to services that can help students succeed.

For most UMS campuses, registration for the fall semester begins on Aug. 29. For more information about the courses and programs offered at WMUCC, please call 743-9322 or visit learn.maine.edu/southparis

Dean’s list

Lynde Folsom of Stoneham has been named to the Syracuse University Dean’s List for the spring semester. Lynde is enrolled in the university’s College of Arts and Sciences.

To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at least a 3.4 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the semester.

College grad

SAD 61 kitchen staff members learned how to prepare delicious and healthy foods after taking part in John Turenne and Alden Cadwell’s “The Maine Ingredient: A Local Foods Training for Schools” program, which was held in August.

Local school cooks armed to give lunches a fresh, healthy makeover

Jessica Ellen Wright of Fryeburg earned a bachelor of science degree from Babson College (Wellesley, Mass.), cum laude. The college conferred bachelor of science in SAD 61 kitchen staff membusiness management degrees bers are now armed to give on 423 students in May. school lunches a fresh makeover this year.

Thanks to funding from the federal Communities Putting Prevention to Work (CPPW) initiative, and in partnership with the Community Food Security Coalition, the People’s Regional Opportunity Program and the City of Portland, local food service workers recently prepared for the back-to-school season by learning techniques to incorporate sustainability practices into their schools’ kitchens.

John Turenne and Alden Cadwell of Sustainable Food Systems came to Maine and led “The Maine Ingredient: A Local Foods Training for Schools” on Aug. 16-18.

John started the Yale Sustainable Food Project with support from Alice Waters of Matthew Weegar and Machella Brett-Davidson Chez Panisse and both he and Alden were the “reality behind the reality” in Huntington,

Engagement

Eddie and Wendy Davidson of Fryeburg and Damon Brett of Conway, N.H. are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Machella Brett-Davidson to Matthew R. Weegar.

Matt is the son of Matthew H. and Vicki Weegar of Chocorua, N.H. Machella is a 2005 graduate of Fryeburg Academy and a 2008 graduate of Kaplan University. She is employed by J.Crew in North Conway, N.H. Matt is a 2005 graduate of Kennett High School and a 2007 graduate of The University of Northwestern Ohio. He is employed

by Lakes Region Fire Apparatus in Tamworth, N.H. The couple resides in Eaton, N.H. A September 2012 wedding is planned.

CARON ANTIQUE/SPORT SHOP

W.Va. as part of Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution.

The goal of the three-day training was to explore new menu offerings that are fresher, more nutritious, and costfriendly in the face of severe budget constraints — all while working in a collaborative environment with food service directors, kitchen managers, and cooks.

During the first day of training, food service workers from Portland, Lake Region and Windham-Raymond schools came together at Saint Joseph’s College in Standish to learn more about “sustainable food systems” and what the impacts are upon themselves, their students, their communities, and the planet. After a delicious lunch made by Bon Appetit, based on local ingredients and from-scratch cooking methods, Michial Russell, farm manager of Pearson Town Farm, took the group on a farm tour to explore what a

E LI N E S N I F Collision & Classics

Rt. 302 Naples, ME 207-693-3838

129 Sebago Road, Naples, Maine 04055 Bob@caronantique-sportshop.com

Attorney Ed McBurney

Open Thurs. & Fri. 9 to 5, Sat 9 to Noon or by appointment

North Conway, NH (603) 356-9097

TF9

Dr. Ted Rogers Activator

Office Located Corner of 302 & 35, Windham Crossing, Suite 205

892-5430

BANKRUPTCY FAST ~ EASY ~ PERSONAL Free Consulation

207-693-5074

the equipment, food service workers prepared new recipes in small teams trying out the new equipment and unfamiliar ingredients. In the end, over 15 recipes were tested and tasted each day. School Board members, administrators, teachers, and staff all stepped up to the plate to be the first to try these new offerings. And while everyone has their individual preferences, it was clear that these recipes could be enjoyed by diverse palettes.

In the coming school year, kitchens will continue to try out new recipes and incorporate them into their daily menus.

This means more fresh, madefrom-scratch items using local foods that kids will enjoy.

Chiropractic Acupuncture Wellness Care & Lifestyle Change Long-Term Corrective Care

Ray Hansen

Purveyor of Fine Collectibles, Antique & Modern Firearms Bob Caron Sr.

sustainable food system actually looks, smells, sounds, feels, and tastes like.

For the next two days, workers from Lake Region and Windham-Raymond schools worked with John and Alden to learn new recipes and test out new kitchen equipment. As part of the Healthy Lakes’ Communities Putting Prevention to Work grant, these two districts recently received $50,000 each to purchase new equipment for the processing, storing, and serving of fresh, local foods. The new equipment includes robot coupes (industrial food processors), immersion blenders, salad spinners, potato punches, and more.

After demos on how to use

TF

SOUTH PARIS — Potential students often are confused or apprehensive about what’s involved in taking an online college course. To help make the transition to online learning more transparent, University College has introduced a new website that offers a step-bystep approach to the process of learning online.

The new website, “Steps to Successful Online Learning,” is available at http://learn.maine. edu/get-started/steps/ As the campuses of the University of Maine System have continued to add online courses to their schedules, Western Maine University and Community College Center (WMUCC) has added services designed to support students who wish to enroll in these courses. The new website complements the center’s efforts by outlining the tips and tools needed to thrive in this increasingly popular method of learning.

The website leads students through the process of registering for courses and acquiring the e-mail accounts, textbooks, and library information they’ll need to begin. It provides an overview of the systems involved in online course delivery and offers an opportunity to try a practice course. Finally, the site

The Bridgton News TF23

Now!

ONLINE!

Full Version Subscription by the month or by the year

CLICK HERE! Latest issue available on your computer as it hits the newstands.

No waiting for mail delivery.

Sign Up Today!

One Month: $3.75

One Year: $28.95

bridgton.com

TF

Page 10B, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Student news

SAD 61 changes for the new school year

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer From the roadway, one might think Lake Region High School is far from ready to open the school year.

Construction of new concrete walls continue and give passing motorists the impression that the project is lagging.

Not true.

“We’re exactly where we should be,” said Andy Madura, director of transportation, maintenance and food service at SAD 61. “We’re a couple of months ahead of schedule.”

Madura informed the SAD 61 School Board Monday night at Lake Region Middle School that the project continues to make great strides. Installation of new windows on the facing side of the high school building is complete, while work on new library space and front entrance is progressing and should meet the projected finish date.

Meanwhile, Madura offered a positive report regarding the new bus garage and educational building. School officials recently met with the general contractor to air concerns regarding the project being behind schedule (the contract

called for a June completion).

With the contractor bringing in a bigger crew and working six days a week, Madura said the roof is nearly finished, siding is being installed and some windows were installed Monday.

“They are moving along and are meeting deadlines that we asked to be done,” Madura said.

As work continues there, SAD 61 has reopened sections of the Bridgton Memorial School to house three vocational programs — house construction, automotives and law enforcement — until the new building is ready for occupancy (hopefully by November).

Personnel moves The school board approved the following personnel matters: Susan Shea was approved as a developmental kindergarten teacher at Songo Locks School, replacing Jaime Fontaine, who transferred to Stevens Brook Elementary School.

Amy Lanning was approved as a Grade 1 teacher at Songo Locks School, replacing Kelsey Jackson who requested a child care leave of absence.

Danielle Johnson was

approved as a Grade 2 teacher at Songo Locks School, replacing Anna Walker, who is now a literacy coach at Songo Locks School (this is a newly budgeted position).

Lisa Garey was approved as a special education teacher for Grades 3-5 at Songo Locks School, replacing Holly Patenaude, who transferred to a Grade 2/3 special education resource room teacher at Songo Locks School.

Heidi Morrill was approved as a Grade 1 teacher at Stevens Brook Elementary School. This is a new, one-year position.

Trevor Bean was approved as a Grade 2 teacher at Stevens Brook Elementary School, replacing Kim Nielsen, who transferred to another school.

Allison Hopkins was approved as a Grade 7/8 science teacher at Lake Region Middle School, replacing Sharon LaRosa, who resigned.

Shawn McDermott was approved as a law enforcement instructor at Lake Region Vocational Center (this is a newly budgeted position).

Jennifer Hills was approved as a kindergarten educational technician at Songo Locks School, replacing Stacy Smith-

Kristen Sands has transferred as a special services health care technician at Lake Region High School to Stevens Brook Elementary.

BonnieJean Wightman has transferred as a Day Treatment support technician at Stevens Brook Elementary School to Lake Region Middle School.

Resignations Logan Landry resigned as a special education technician III at Lake Region Middle School.

Brittany Cox resigned as a Day Treatment support technician at Lake Region Middle School.

Robert Smith resigned as a special education technician III at Lake Region Middle School.

Gilbert Doughty resigned as a special education technician III at Songo Locks School.

Why the resignations?

Seeing a number of resignations on Monday’s agenda, Casco Director Phil Shane asked why so many and why just before the start of school?

Interim Superintendent Kathleen Beecher said employees leaving the district are asked to fill out an exit questionnaire regarding their stay in SAD 61. She pointed out that some employees, such as ed techs, don’t resign until late summer so that they can retain medical insurance coverage until they begin their new jobs elsewhere.

Retirement announced Gail Hamilton, a special education teacher, intends to retire effective Dec. 1, 2011.

Donation Directors accepted the gift of $170 for Stevens Brook Elementary School, donated by 1991 Lake Region High School graduate Erica Chute.

Plummer, who was filling a one-year position.

Lee Crocker was approved as a special education technician III at Songo Locks School, replacing Carl Schofield, who resigned.

Riley Gilbert was approved as a special education technician III at Songo Locks School, replacing Kelly Damboise, who resigned.

Kassie Labrecque was approved as a special education technician III at Songo Locks School, replacing Sandra Benoit, who resigned.

Jennifer Scales was approved as a special education technician at Songo Locks School, replacing Tracy Jack, who resigned.

Robert Beecher was approved as a special education technician III at Lake Region Middle School, replacing Kathryn Nadeau, who resigned.

Nichelle Gardner was approved as a Diversified Occupations educational technician III at Lake Region Vocational Center, replacing Russell Moores, who transferred to another position.

Jeremiah Palmer was approved as a custodian at Lake Region High School, replacing Barry Hill, who resigned.

Rachel Barker was approved as a permanent substitute at Songo Locks School, replacing Mary Lee Lunt.

Laura Shaw, an LPN at Sebago Elementary, will increase from a part-time to a full-time health care attendant, replacing Janice Hatch, who resigned.

Russell Moores was approved as a Diversified

Occupations teacher at Lake Region Vocational Center, replacing Cynthia Irving, who retired.

Colleen Conway-Nobert was approved as a co-operative education teacher at Lake Region Vocational Center. This is a newly budgeted position.

Andrea Logan was approved as a special education teacher at Lake Region Middle School, replacing Marjorie Bachelder, who retired.

Lisa Davison was approved as a Day Treatment support technician at Songo Locks School, replacing Rebecca Hood, who has resigned.

Angela Shiers was approved as a special education technician III at Songo Locks School, replacing Gilbert Doughty, who resigned.

Transfers Karen Roy has transferred from the Grade 3-5 resource room teacher to a K-1 special education resource room teacher at Songo Locks School.

Corinne Davis has transferred from a special education technician III at Sebago Elementary to a special education technician III at Songo Locks School.

Nancy Lane has transferred as a Day Treatment support technician at Stevens Brook Elementary School to Lake Region Middle School.

Lynn Nadeau has transferred as a special education technician III at Lake Region High School to Lake Region Middle School.

Ashley Paine has transferred from a Day Treatment support technician at Stevens Brook Elementary School to Lake Region Middle School.

SOUTH PORTLAND — The Professional Education Department at Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Metrix Learning to offer non-credit, online courses available to students, the general public, and virtually anyone with access to a computer.

SMCC is the first community college in the country to partner with Metrix Learning providing access to over 5,000 SkillSoft, Medcom and Kenexa Prove-It online courses and assessments.

SMCC Professional Education Online programs provide a simple and intuitive experience for the user while allowing them to access power-

ful learning tools to keep their work skills sharp and up to date. An SMCC Professional Education Online license allows a single user to take as many courses as he or she would like from a list of over 5,000 courses with 24-hour access for a period of 90 days for only $99.

The course library includes courseware and certificate prep in IT (Cisco, CompTIA, Linux, Microsoft), Business Skills (Six Sigma, Microsoft), and Desktop Publishing (Adobe, Microsoft). In addition to software-related courses, general business courses are available in finance/accounting, human resources, communications, strategic planning, leadership and many other areas. Legal

compliance courseware as well as health and safety, environmental and government courses are also offered.

SMCC’s Professional Education Online courses provide a flexible and cost-effective training solution. The program is easy to use and provides a full learning management system to help track progress. Users only need sufficient computer skills to navigate the application website and complete learning plans, as well as computer access (with sound preferably) to the Internet via a high-speed connection (DSL, cable, FiOS, etc.).

For additional information, please visit www.smccme.edu/ continuingstudies or call 7415758.

By Malcolm Gauld President, Hyde Schools Although bullying is an old problem, it sure seems to have a new face.

Starting out as a teacher three decades ago, I tended to tell parents to simply step out of the picture and let their son or daughter face their bullies on their own. That was the advice our parents gave us when we were kids. However, looking back I don’t remember any shootings in my elementary school. I’m pretty sure that we didn’t have gangs on our playground. I know that we didn’t have the Internet.

The Web site www.targetbully.com defines bullying as “repeated, unprovoked harassment of another individual in which that individual has difficulty defending himself/herself.” That sounds simple enough, but bullying has changed.

For sure, the old school playground and hallway stuff that I remember — as both victim and perpetrator — still goes on, but the Internet has ushered in a whole new breed.

While our mothers wisely cautioned us that sticks and stones might break our bones while assuring us that names would never hurt us, “cyber-bullying” has ratcheted everything up with devious attacks on reputations by invisible perpetrators who hide behind the insidious cloak of anonymity that the Web provides.

The Web site www.parentingbook.com presents some troubling statistics: • 160,000 children miss school every day due to fear of attack or intimidation by other students.

• 85 percent of girls and 76 percent of boys have been sexually harassed in some form, and only 18 percent of those incidents were perpetrated by an adult.

• Young bullies carry a 1-in-4 chance of having a criminal record by age 30.

• One in seven students is either a bully or a victim. Seventy-one percent of students report incidents of bullying as a problem at their school.

• One out of 20 students has seen a student with a gun at school.

Suffice it to say that the digital world has brought bullying to a new level. So how do we address it?

On one hand, my seasoning as an educator makes me reluctant to merely echo the advice that my parents and teachers gave me. At the same time, I often find myself trying to keep the parents from getting overly involved.

Maybe that’s because I rarely encounter parents who err on the side of being underinvolved.

I have come to visualize a balance. If the adults step in, take complete charge, and “fix it,” the “fix” tends to result in a short-term bandage. Eventually, the problem will once again rear its

ugly head, usually when least expected and often with greater intensity.

Even if we manage to install so many controls that we are successful in stopping blatant bullying, there is the risk that we can inadvertently fuel two problematic side effects: • We may drive it underground (or over to the Web) where things can get especially nasty; • We run the risk that our children will grow up illprepared to handle the many challenges they will face as adults when we are no longer hovering like helicopters to protect them.

If the balance tips to the other side and the kids try to do it all by themselves, a “Lord of the Flies” mentality can form, resulting in an anarchy or gang mentality that creates as many victims as it helps. Hence, there needs to be a balance of kids and adults working together.

Three decades ago at the Hyde schools, we pioneered a concept called “Brother’s Keeper,” which calls upon students to interact with, and occasionally even intrude upon, their peers in order to help each other pursue their personal best. If it has taught me anything, I am convinced of one thing: the “cops and robbers” system we grew up with (cops = teachers; robbers = students) is doomed.

While Brother’s Keeper has been forged in Hyde’s two BULLYING, Page B

SMCC offers online courses

Bullying: there is a solution

Regional Sports

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page C

OFF AND RUNNING — Cross-country runners from seven schools squared off Saturday at the annual Lake Region Invitational. Class B state champion Silas Eastman of Fryeburg Academy (wearing sunglasses) took the early lead and never looked back en route to a convincing win. Teammate Logan Gerchman (also wearing sunglasses) is right behind him. Lake Region’s top runners TJ Leach and Mark MacDougall are left of Eastman. Eighty-four runners competed.

(Rivet Photo)

LEADING LADY LAKER — Sophomore Briana Gallinari led the Lake Region girls during Saturday’s 2.72-mile run in Naples, finishing in 12th place.

(Rivet Photo)

Fall H.S. preview LR: Enough to surprise?

PREVIEW: VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY Head Coach: Dan Dors Assistant Coach: Kurt Peterson Girls’ roster: Senior Maya Critchfield; Juniors Kari Eldridge, Savannah Devoe, Maude Meeker, Julia Carlson, Leanne Kugelman; Sophomores Briana Gallinari, Maggie Knudsen; Freshman Nicole Noble.

Boys’ roster: Seniors TJ Leach, Dillon Knudsen, Colin Bridge-Koeningsberg, Greg Locke; Juniors Mason KlugeEdwards, Mark MacDougall, James McCann; Sophomore Ben Roy; Freshmen Nick Aceto, Kyle DeSouza, Nick Hall, Adam Butler, Kevin Flanagin.

Invitational: On the girls’ side, the Lakers were led by Briana Gallinari, who covered the 2.72-mile course at LRHS in 21:14, good for 12th in the field of 48.

Lake Region tied McAuley for third in the eight-school meet. Windham won the event with 12 points, followed by North Yarmouth Academy with 66 points and Lake Region with 76.

Maude Meeker finished 17th in 21:55 followed by teammates: Savannah DeVoe in 21st at 22:29, Kari Eldridge in 25th at 22:53, Maggie Knudsen in 37th at 25:10, Maya Critchfield in 40th at 25:43 and Julia Carlson in 43rd at 27:11.

“Briana had a great run. She doesn’t know yet how good she can be. She is a very hard worker, and the miles she ran this summer paid off Saturday,” Coach Dors said. “Maude (Meeker) and Savannah (DeVoe) had excellent runs, and are off to great starts. This was Savannah’s best run in the past year. Maude is a great leader, and is one of our captains.”

Coach Dors felt the meet was “very productive” for both girls’ and boys’ squads.

“I am excited about the upcoming season,” he said. “Both teams ran well within themselves. If we stay injury free and healthy, we will surprise a few people.”

On the boys’ side, Mark McDougall posted the best LR time in 17:20, good for 11th in the field of 83.

The Lakers were fourth with 102 points, trailing North Yarmouth Academy (34), Windham (56) and Fryeburg Academy (70). Other schools taking part in the annual Lake Region Invitational were Gray-New Gloucester, Sacopee Valley and Poland.

TJ Leach checked in at 13th in 17:25 followed by teammates: Dillon Knudsen in 29th at 18:36, Nick Aceto in 33rd at 18:54, Mason Kluge-Edwards inn 37th at 19:13, Kyle DeSouza in 40th at 20:01, James McCann in 54th at 21:12, Adam Butler LR CROSS COUNTRY, Page C

FA: Aiming for States

PREVIEW: VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY Head Coach: Bill Reilly Assistant Coach: Dylan Alden Boys’ roster: Silas Eastman, Logan Gerchman, David Fulton, Kyle Barboza, Sullivan Briggs, Jonathan Burk, Andrew Emery, Eric Hannes, Jesse Liljedahl, Tyler O’Keefe, David Powers, Thomas Rose, Milos Todosijevic, Like Yang and Liam Leconey.

Outlook: “Finally great numbers! Three freshmen and six sophomores,” Coach Reilly said.

Returning state champion, Silas is ready to defend. He cruised to a win Saturday at the annual Lake Region Invitational, posting a time of 15:01 over the 2.8-mile course — well ahead of Gray-New Gloucester’s Will Schafffer (15:31), whom is expected to be one of Eastman’s top challenges this fall.

Fryeburg was third in the team standings with 70 points, behind North Yarmouth Academy (34) and Windham (56).

Seven schools participated.

Coach Reilly also thought Logan Gerchman “looked great” as he placed fifth overall in the field of 84 in 16:21. Freshman Thomas (TJ) Rose had a solid start to his high school career, crossing the finish line in 17:29 to place 14th overall.

Other FA finishers were: 36. Eric Hannes 19:07; 38. Liam Leconey 19:47; 39. Liuke Yang 19:56; 69. David Powers 23:38; 70. Andrew Emery 23:45.

David Fulton is the team’s captain this season.

“The team looks like a strong contender to go to the State Championship Meet,” Coach Reilly said.

Girls’ roster: Laura Pulito, Corinn Bedell, Elizabeth Grzyb, Danielle Delucco and Meghan Costello.

Outlook: Again, the Raiders sport low numbers to start the season with the hope of recruiting more runners by the opening of school.

Co-captains Laura Pulito and Corinn Bedell give the Raiders a solid 1-2 punch. Pulito was 16th at Saturday’s run at Lake Region, finishing in 21:53 (winning time was 18:14).

Freshman Elizabeth Grzyb had a strong debut, placing 19th in 22:16, while Bedell was 24th in 22:48. Newcomers Meghan Costello (46th in 31:11) and Daniele Delucco should help.

Coach Reilly attended the USATF Level 2 School this summer, and hopes to pass along some of that experience to Raider runners.

“We will stress fitness for life, good nutritional habits, clean living, team loyalty and adaptive training theory plus a whole lot of (pizza eating, swimming in the Saco, hikes etc.) — and FA CROSS COUNTRY, Page C

H.S. football takes on new look, new feel this fall

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer In years past, if Lake Region and Fryeburg Academy football teams had suffered through dismal seasons, one club could end the year on a high note by winning the Pleasant Mountain Cup. This year, the high note comes in Week 1.

Class B underwent a major shake-up as the Campbell Conference welcomed new teams — Marshwood, Westbrook and Spruce Mountain (Class C powers Jay and Livermore combined) — and saw Poland drop down to Class C. The conference also went to a tier system (based on perfor-

mance over the last five years) and expanded the playoff field from four to eight.

The good news is neither Lake Region or Fryeburg Academy will see powerhouse Mountain Valley in the regular season.

Meanwhile, Fryeburg picks up former Class A Westbrook (2-6 a year ago), while Lake Region lands Spruce Mountain (which

Lakers look to ‘compete’ PREVIEW: VARSITY FOOTBALL Head Coach: Jason Simmons, third year Assistant Coaches: Chris Nelson, Jayson Bennett, David Skillern, Erik Jackobs Key returning players: Seniors James Anderson (linebacker/running back) and Jacob Anderson (linebacker/running back), Kamen Scott (linebacker/guard); Sophomores Cody Gibbons (linebacker/running back), Jonah Simmons (linebacker/running back).

Top newcomers: Juniors Mike Triglione (linebacker/tight end), Lewis Morton (defensive end/tight end) and Kyle Stevens (center/running back); Freshmen Donnie Eaton (defensive end/tackle) and Quinn Piland (safety/quarterback).

Varsity roster: Seniors Ben Fillmore

(tackle/guard), Jake Fleck (tackle), Damien McKeil (guard/tackle), Ryan Skillern (linebacker/quarterback), Eli Szeto (center/running back); Juniors Joey Austin (linebacker/guard), David Cosgrove (tackle), Derrick Douglass (center), Jaried Pierce (tackle); Sophomores Nolan Abrams (tackle/guard), Brian Brooks (tackle), Austin Chamberlain (tackle/guard), McKae Curran (center/running back); Sean Edwards (defensive end/tight end), Cameron Harriman (linebacker/guard), Tucker Irish (tackle/guard), Richard Legere (center/running back), Sage McKeil (linebacker/running back), Drew Shane (defensive end/tackle); Freshmen Cole Jakobs (center/quarterback) and Dylan King (tackle).

LR FOOTBALL, Page C

is sporting a “physical” front line and “pretty good speed” to run Coach Mark Bonnevie’s spread offense) and Marshwood.

The Hawks (2-6) owned the Campbell Conference in the mid-1980s, then moved up to Class A. FA Coach David Turner said the arrival of new schools does not change the approach pre-

paring for an opponent.

“You still scout and prepare for your opponent as with every other week,” he said. “We just don’t have the past years/games to use as a reference point.”

When the schedule makers developed the new twoyear schedule, they penciled the two local rivals on Opening Weekend. A good or bad idea?

“It doesn’t make a difference to me. I do think it is neat that Fryeburg Academy and Lake Region will be the first game of the 2011 football season,” Coach Turner said.

Last year, the two teams met in Naples with the Lakers taking back The Cup for the first time in several years.

FOOTBALL, Page C

Raiders: youth movement PREVIEW: VARSITY FOOTBALL Head Coach: David Turner Assistant Coaches: David Jones, Jim Cummings, Preston Jones, Jim Thurston Key returning players: Seniors Bobby Ramsay (offensive/defensive lineman), Kirk Hubbard (running back/linebacker), Tyler Nadeau (wide receiver/defensive back); Junior Andrew Rascoe (quarterback/defensive back) and Kyle Bonner (running back/defensive back).

Top newcomers: Sophomore Greg Sargent (offensive/defensive lineman), junior Divine Dockery (running back/linebacker) and junior Jake Thurston (running back/linebacker).

Players to watch: The offensive and defensive lines. Only one returning starter from last

year’s team and few have any varsity experience.

Strengths: Though still a young group, the skilled positions have some overall depth. “We hope they will learn and improve quickly. This will permit us to substitute more freely,” Coach Turner said.

Weaknesses: Many Raiders currently lack varsity playing experience.

Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? “Our three seniors have shown great leadership and worked extremely hard this preseason,” Coach Turner said. “The rest of the team has followed suit. Hopefully, this will allow us to improve quickly.”

RAIDERS, Page C

Page C, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Regional sports

Raiders united, aim for playoffs

PREVIEW: VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY Head Coach: Dede Frost JV Coach: Jess Blasi Key returning players: Seniors Bethany Bennett (link), Maddy Smith (forward), Ellie Jones (forward), Brittany Fox (goalie), Sage Hennessy (forward); Juniors Christina Dipietro (forward), Ellen Bacchiocchi (forward) and Makayla Frost (midfield).

Top newcomers: Kendra Fox (forward), Courtney Bartlett (forward) and Laura Lewis (sweeper).

Players to watch: Sage Hennessy and Christina Dipietro will be fun to watch as they add speed and experience to the forward line. Bethany Bennett will stabilize the midfield as a seasoned veteran with plenty of determination.

Strengths: 80% returning forward line, only one graduated, from a playoff team of a year ago. Speed and agility from the offense should prove to be a strength.

Weaknesses: Finding the right combination to fill the defensive gaps left by last year’s seniors.

Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? “I have a great group of 35 girls who are excited about a new season. They are united and positive and that’s half the battle,” Coach Frost said. “Winning and losing are much easier when it’s done together.”

Three keys to the season? 1. Led by captain Bethany Bennett and four senior “quad captains” provide tremendous leadership.

Keeping the team united and excited is always a key! 2. Finding a system of play that works best for the team and converting some players to midfielders! 3. Creating a strong line of defense with newcomers.

Three goals? “I’d like to score that many a game!” Coach Frost said. Add transitioning from offense to defense smoothly SENIOR SCORER — Alice Sanborn will be one of several and mastering the new corner rule — both offensively and defensively — and scoring more than the other teams in as many games offensive weapons the Lakers will count on this year.

(Rivet Photo) as possible as other goals.

LR: Great promise?

PREVIEW: VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY Head Coach: Dagny Leland, 10 years.

Assistant Coach: Deb Albert JV Coach: Lisa Shane Key returning players: Seniors Chelsie Murch (forward), Alice Sanborn (forward), Shannon Van Loan (goalie), Monica Couvillion (forward) and Abby Craffey (forward).

Top newcomers: Juniors Kayleigh Lepage (midfield), Lucy Fowler (midfield) and Kate Cutting (halfback); Sophomore Mackenzie Mondville (midfield).

Varsity roster: Kristina Morton, Meghan Skarbinski, Victoria Girardinn (V/JV), Miranda Chadbourne (V/JV), Dana Fitzgerald (V/JV), Casey Heath (V/JV), Paige Kenison (V/JV), Bridgette Letarte (V/JV), Kayla Reinhard (V/ JV), Elizabeth Schreiber (V/JV).

JV roster: Zoe Barrett, Emily Burnham, Ashley Clark, Eleanor Cusack, Kendall Dinsmore, Destinee Durant, Nele Haunschilde (AFS), Maria Kolofsky, Samantha Marucci, Nicole Marucci, Maggie Scarlett, Abby ScottMitchell, Meghan Van Loan, Caitlynn Willett, Courtney Yates.

Players to watch: All of the above. “They are playing hard in practice and becoming very

strong with their stick work and skills. After the Play Night at Oxford Hills, there is great promise for being a very competitive team. They look good and confident in their abilities,” Coach Leland said.

Team strengths: Everybody is working hard toward the same goals.

Team weaknesses: “Having it all come together is really not a weakness, it’s what we need to continue to do. Keep practicing and make a difference,” Coach Leland said.

Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? Their hard work and dedication to the game. Constant hard play.

Seeing what’s working and who is playing well at what position they manage to use their skills to make those passes and create when they need to — very impressive.

Three keys to the season? Stay focused. Stay strong. Work with each other to create.

Three goals? Academic Trophy. Win more games this season. Staying in the game.

Season opener: The Lakers open today, Sept.

1, at Fryeburg Academy at 3:30 p.m. Lake Region’s first home game is this Saturday, Sept.

3 at 11 a.m. against Poland at Linda Whitney Athletic Field.

SPEEDY SAGE — Senior Sage Hennessy has the quickness and moves to be a scoring threat every time she touches the ball.

(Rivet Photo) Season opener: The Raiders open the season at home today, Thursday, Sept. 1 against rival Lake Region at 3:30 p.m. The Raiders then travel to Greely on Monday for a 4 p.m. game and York next Friday, Sept. 9 for a 4 p.m. contest.

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

PREVIEW: VARSITY GIRLS’ SOCCER Head Coach: Lynne Harrison Assistant Coach: Brian Clark Key returning players: Senior goalie Emily Bartlett, should be a defensive leader; senior midfielder, Jacqui Black, strong ability to work offense and defense; senior midfielder Theresa Butler, should control the midfield play and give strong shots from outside the 18 (yard line); senior forward Rachel Wandishin, great scoring threat whenever she is near the ball.

Top newcomer: Sophomore midfielder Jordan Turner, good footwork, ball skills and speed, should see lots of playing time.

Players to watch: Strong offensive players Rachel Wandishin, junior Sydney Hancock, sophomore Tiana Carter and junior Lexi Crawford should find the back of the net.

Varsity roster: Seniors Caitlyn Fleck, Danielle Keller, Rachel Martin, Michelle Skarbinski, Jennifer Woods, Emily Doviak; Juniors Angelica Attianese, Kiersten Eldridge, Kayla Gray, Kasey Huntress, Erin Levasseur, Hannah Perkins, Breanna Wilkinson; LR GIRLS’ SOCCER, Page C

Attitude to succeed

PREVIEW: VARSITY GIRLS’ SOCCER Head Coach: Terry MacGillivray, fifth year.

JV Coach: Kristina Stevens.

Key returning players: Seniors Maggie McConkey (goalkeeper), Bri Pelkie (defense), Megan MacGillivray (midfield).

Top newcomers: Freshman Elle Burbank (goalkeeper).

Varsity roster: Seniors Sylvia Brooks, Sophie Creegan, Brenna Gerchman, Liz McDermith, Taylor Newton, Nicki Shivers and Abby Smith; Juniors Sasha Azel, Shannon Friberg, Jamie Gullickson, Kallie Moulton, Sam Nardone, Maddie Pearson, Kellyn Scrimger and Carla Tripp; Sophomores Chelsey Abraham, Sydney Charles, Rebekah Dostie, Kristen Dostie, Bailey Friedman, Izzy Hodgman-Burns, Thea Heart, Savhana Kruguer, Sarah Welch and Anna Williams; Freshmen Erin Friberg, Donae Dostie and Grace Mills.

Players to watch: Veteran netminder Maggie McConkey, a four-year starter, should go over the 1,000 save mark this season.

FA GIRLS’ SOCCER, Page C

All agents can be reached via e-mail at: www.chalmers-realty.com or www.realtor.com/Maine/Chalmers Realty

NEW LISTING

Bridgton – Classic Maine cottage with DOUBLE (1.6 acres) LOT on Long Lake! Cottage has rights to gorgeous sandy common area in Sandy Cove and has its own frontage. Fireplace, wood floors, 3 BRs: 1 BR on 1st level, 2 BRs on upper level. Plenty of acreage to add on or build new. $425,000.

Bridgton – Beautiful town house with screened porch and deck overlooking sandy beach. Water views from every room; open living/kichen area, 1st floor MBR with bath, stone fireplace, upstairs BR and bath, finished walkout basement with wood stove, views, extra BR and BA. $389,000.

Bridgton – Adorable Maine cottage overlooking fantastic sandy beach and concrete dock on desirable Highland Lake. Westerly views of Pleasant Mountain from large screened porch.

Gleaming wood floors. Stone fireplace. Partially furnished. Walk to town. ENJOY this season! $249,900.

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 BRs up. Good rental history! $439,900.

Harrison – Intown Harrison home on Long Lake with great sandy beach! 3 BRs/ 3 BAs on 1.34 acres with great lake views.

30x24 heated workshop with 2 overhead doors, boathouse, updates, hardwood floors, corian countertops, new deck, zoned limited commercial. $445,000.

Waterford – Inviting furnished cottage nestled in the pines. Beautiful sandy beach and dock. Large enclosed screened porch overlooking the lake and westerly mountain views. 4 BRs with plenty of room for family gatherings. Beautiful sunsets! $399,900.

Bridgton – Own a home on your own 4-acre private island! 1300 ft of extremely private waterfront with breathtaking views! Includes private boat slip in Knights Hill Association at on-shore beach. Immaculate fullyfurnished home with 3 BRs, 2 full BAs, screened porch, deck, fireplace, wood stove, large kitchen, stunning views & PRIVACY!!! $384,500.

Waterford – SELLER IS MOTIVATED. 3 BRs cottage with sunny southwestern exposure overlooking sandy bottom frontage on peaceful pond. Everything is redone: Roof, septic, gourmet kitchen, floors, plumbing & electric. Expansive enclosed porch with skylights overlooking the water. Patio.

Furnished. Ready to move in & use this season! MAKE AN OFFER. $229,000.

Brownfield – Year round home with 128 ft. private sandy beach! 3-acre parcel. Two 2-car garages! Heated yearround porch, large open living/dining area with finished room in basement (could be 2nd BR). HUGE bathroom, 2 woodstoves, large patio on waterside, decks & stairs to water with big yard. Priced to sell @ $189,000.

TOUGH IN THE MIDDLE — LR senior mid- VERSATILE RAIDER — Junior speedster fielder Theresa Butler.

Carla Tripp.

All hands on deck

(207) 647-3311 (207) 647-3003 (800) 486-3312

Bridgton – Adorable 2-BR cottage on Highland Lake facing Mt. Washington. French doors open to large porch overlooking the lake. Gleaming wood floors. Fireplace. Cozy. Walk to town. $279,900.

• LAND • Harrison – 2 nice, level lots for sale in small high & dry subdivision 3 miles from town. Soil tested & surveyed, 1.4-acre lot is priced @ $24,900; second lot is 1.95 acres @ $28,000

GREAT VALUE!

JUST REDUCED! 2-Family home in Sweden in private setting on 2 beautiful acres in Sweden.

Only $109,900.

Bridgton – High & dry lot scoping to the Southwest. Possible views with cutting. Mockingbird Lane Road would need to be continued & power brought to lot.

Private, quiet, deeded rights to small beach on Moose Pond.

Priced to sell. $19,900.

Harrison – Beautiful 8-acre lot with stunning views of Mt. Washington, Shawnee Peak & more in quality subdivision with paved road. $89,000.

Bridgton – Great opportunity to own acreage on Hio Ridge Rd. bordered by stone walls. Approx.

17.26 acres, to be surveyed by owner. $50,000.

Harrison – Crystal Lake waterfront access home on lovely wooded lot with 4 BRs/2.5 BAs. This handsome Post n’ Beam is made with 2x6 construction, and is only a short walk to all town amenities. 2-car garage, woodstove. Amenities include 150 ft. shared waterfront with dock & ROW to water. $299,000.

Denmark – One of a kind retreat!

Private, 2.5 acres on Moose Pond with lovely Montana Log home. 150 ft. 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 & fish; it’s vacationland here! $688,000.

Bridgton – Hilltop family retreat located at the peak of a private, winding road with unparalleled, panoramic mountain views. Only 5 minutes to Shawnee Peak. The interior features 3 levels of living space specifically designed to hold a crowd, yet maintain the privacy of its occupants. Giant master suite complete with his/hers office space, oversized bath, double closets, craft room with skylights! 9 ft. ceilings, hardwood floors, multi-level deck, lovely porch, & much more.

The lower level boasts 1200 sf guest quarters with private patio perfect for in-laws or visiting families! $420,000.

Regional sports

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page C

H.S. football

(Continued from Page C) This year, the game rotates back to the Academy, but with a different twist. The game will be played this Friday afternoon, not Saturday.

Fryeburg Academy Athletic Director Sue Thurston said the decision to play at 4 p.m. on Friday rather than Saturday at 1:30 p.m. — the traditional start time — was three-fold. One, college teams Castleton and Plymouth play Saturday afternoon featuring former local gridmen and some current players will be headed to watch that game. Secondly, Thurston said, “We’re trying to create a crown environment for a rival game that happens to be opening day.” Thirdly, Thurston said the Friday game allows families time to travel for the long Labor Day weekend.

Normally, fans can watch the game from the track area, but this year, spectators will be a little farther back from the football field.

Fryeburg is installing a new track, which surrounds the football field. Spectators will need to stay outside of barriers positioned near the track, Thurston said.

Regardless of whether the Pleasant Mountain Cup is played at the start or end of the season, one can expect a lot of emotion PLAY MAKER — Junior Mike Mageles will be counted upon to create scoring chances for his Laker teammates. from both teams.

Depth issues

PREVIEW: VARSITY BOYS’ SOCCER Head Coach: Don White, fifth year JV Coach: Jim Giroux, first year Returning players: Seniors Dakota Bush (goalie), Ryan Chute (sweeper); Juniors Mike Mageles (center/mid), Tyler LaPlante (forward), Brody Stofflet (center/mid).

Top newcomers: Seniors Donnie Kellough (halfback), Mustafa Haffsan (halfback), Salahh Khallaf (backer); Juniors Tyler Harnden (stopper), Pat Irish.

Players to watch: Goalie Dakota Bush, “excellent at covering the entire net,” Coach White said. Ryan Chute, who excels at controlling the ball in front of the net and manages to get good defensive position.

Brody Stofflet, “controls the midfield very well and is able to find open teammates to pass to,” Coach White noted. Mike

207-693-5200 us@mainerealestate.me “Real Estate for the Lakes Region” CED REDU E C I PR

MOOSE POND, BRIDGTON – Private, well-built and well-maintained contemporary. 3-bedroom, year round home with nice frontage on Moose Pond. Expansive deck and screened porch, lovely picnic area and dock at water's edge. 2car garage. Family room with bar, hot tub.

Lawn area for kids and pets. $459,000. MLS #1021234

www.mainerealestate.me

CED REDU E C I PR

EAST SHORE, LONG LAKE, HARRISON – Beautiful, well-maintained, year round 4-bedroom home with expansive water and mountain views. Water just steps from the house.

2 screened porches, walkout basement, 35+ miles of boating. Gracious living on the lake.

Lie in bed and look at the lake! $639,000.

MLS #1010990

Mageles, “good at creating scoring chances for his teammates and possesses good foot skills,” Coach White said.

Strengths: Defense, overall speed and excellent returning goalkeeper.

Weaknesses: Young team, lacking varsity experience, low numbers (just 21 players out for two squads).

Based on what you have seen so far, what do you find as encouraging? Players have shown a “great attitude” and continue to work hard during practices and games. “They team is really working together as a team,” Coach White said.

“They are possessing the ball very well.”

Keys to season: Continue to work on possessing the ball; creating scoring chances for teammates; moving without the ball.

Goals for season: Be competitive in every game; learning to possess the ball better on the opponent’s half of the field; defend as a team.

Season opener: The Lakers open the season at Freeport this Friday, Sept. 2 at 4 p.m. The Lakers host Falmouth Tuesday at 4 p.m.

LR girls’ soccer (Continued from Page C) Sophomores Alyssa Kepler, Taylor Kwaak, Mackenzie McHatton, Hannah Somers, Elisabeth Waugh, Aime Worcester.

JV roster: Freshmen Hunter Banks, Sarah Carlson, Bailey Crawford, Tiana Fisher, Kate Hall, Whitney Harriman, Devin Langadas, Madison Lawler, Monica Martin, Brittany Perreault, Isabel Scribner.

Strengths: Returning players give experience.

Weaknesses: Still struggling to match speed on the defensive end and shore up positions. Limited experience from bench players.

Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? Possession and transitional play is improving.

Working the ball out of the defensive end in an organized play is essential to beginning the attack.

Keys to the season? Bench players will need to really step up to play. Limited bench players will be stressed should there be injuries to key players.

Three goals: Better transition from defense to offense; shooting the ball sooner; and possessive play in all areas of the field.

Season opener: The Lakers host Freeport this Friday at 6 p.m. under the lights at Art Kilborn Athletic Field. The Lakers travel Tuesday to Falmouth for a 6 p.m. game, and head to Fryeburg Academy next Thursday, Sept. 8, for a 3:30 p.m. contest.

FA girls’ soccer (Continued from Page C) Team strengths: Majority of players have played two years at the varsity level; three returning sophomores started as freshmen.

Team weakness: None.

Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? Passing, ability to score, 2-0 mark in preseason play.

Three keys to the season? Stay injury free, passing and strong attitude to succeed.

Three goals? Shots on net, win the 50/50 balls and start all games strong.

Season opener: The Raiders travel to Gray-New Gloucester this Friday, Sept. 2 for a 4:30 JV game and a 6 p.m. varsity contest. Fryeburg’s first home game is next Thursday, Sept. 8 against Lake Region at 3:30 p.m.

Jump to big ‘V’ PREVIEW: VARSITY VOLLEYBALL Head Coach: Gloria Verrill, third year Assistant Coach: Ryan Shible, first year. Played volleyball at Mt. Blue High School, and worked as an assistant volleyball coach at the University of Maine at Farmington.

Key returning players: Seniors Kat Merrill and Allison Clark; junior Kelsey Winslow.

Top newcomers: Several freshman look promising, “which is great as they will provide our team with more depth as we head into this year’s new season,” Coach Verrill said. “We are excited VOLLEYBALL, Page A

CED REDU E C I R P

CRYSTAL LAKE, HARRISON – Gorgeous, roomy, contemporary 4-season home with 150' frontage on quiet West Shore of lake.

Property features include extensive decking, hot tub, family/game room, open concept living, and lots of wood flooring and woodwork. Walkout lower level. $569,000. MLS #1016123

ED EDUC R E C PRI

LONG LAKE, BRIDGTON – Updated camp with owned waterfront and dock system. Private lot. 3 bedrooms, screened porch, winterized with improvements. Walk to association sandy beach. $349,000. MLS #1019774

HARRISON – Year round 3-bedroom home across road from beautiful 100' of cleared, open frontage on East Shore of Crystal Lake. Frontage is landscaped, has dock, swimming and picnic area. House is in great shape! $169,000. MLS #1022038

CED REDU E C I R P

HARRISON – Meticulously-maintained 3-bedroom ranch with detached 2-car garage.

Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and center island. Open concept kitchen/living/dining. Gleaming Ash wood floors. Deck with aboveground pool and concrete patio that would accommodate a hot tub. MUCH MORE!! $184,500. MLS #1009259

NAPLES – MUST SEE – Great Value! Enjoy all the the Sebago Lake Region has to offer from your backyard! Includes wellmaintained year round home with open floor plan and fireplace, guest cottage, 2car garage and deeded access to Sebago Pines Association amenities. $249,900.

MLS #1022929

CED REDU E C I PR

NAPLES – SELLERS MOTIVATED! Lots starting at $16,900. Build packages also available! Come build your dream home!

MLS #1005435

BRIDGTON – Gracious lakeside living on Long Lake. Beautifully-appointed, well-maintained year round home offers expansive water views, charming boathouse at water's edge, and privacy. Deck, oversized garage, radiant heat, hot tub, nicely-landscaped. Welcome! $749,000.

MLS #1022705

CED REDU E C I PR TRICKEY POND – NAPLES – BBQ out on your deck and enjoy the limited water view with deeded access to Trickey Pond. Kayak or fish the exceptional water clarity on a pond that produces highquality landlocked salmon and is also stocked with brook trout. $149,900. MLS #1017279

ED EDUC R E C PRI

LONG LAKE, BRIDGTON – 1-acre lot with ROW access to Long Lake! Tie up your boat on your own end dock shared with one other homeowner (ask for dock layout plan). Cook out on the beach area, sit on the shared dock, enjoy beach games or jump into the water off your own dock. $108,800. MLS #1017596

HARRISON – Sit in the closed-in sunporch and enjoy the views from your private ±18-acre field in your own backyard. Launch your canoe/ kayak into Crystal Lake in the deeded 17' frontage. $199,900. MLS #1009238

NAPLES Turnkey, mint condition home. All new kitchen appliances, new flooring, refinished basement and kitchen, and new deck in 2009. Great rental history. ROW across road.

Freshly-painted interior and exterior. Mini kitchen in basement with game room and much more. $299,000.

MLS #1025006

HARRISON – Build your lakefront dream home on this lovely 3.5-acre lot with 526± ft. of D Lake. frontage on the east shoreUof Long D CatE E R Driveway roughed in.

Electricity road.

Older E RIC growth P Hemlocks sway in the breeze. 35 miles of boating from your dock. Easy access, very private. $399,999. MLS #1009776

~ Waterfront Listing ~

Your one-stop source for real estate services covering the Lake Region area

Visit our NEW website at www.mainerealestate.me

207-693-6264

mooselandingmarina.com

TF34

Page C, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Regional sports

Raiders

Cross country

(Continued from Page C) Keys to the season: Development of the offensive and defensive lines, improve quarterback and skilled position play, and improve team continuity.

Three goals: Improve each week, stay healthy and compete every week.

Season opener: The Raiders host Lake Region this Friday, Sept. 2 at 4 p.m. Next week, FA travels to Gray-New Gloucester for a Friday tilt against the Patriots at 7 p.m.

(Continued from Page C) in 62nd at 22:24, Nick Hall in 74th at 25:58 and Kevin Flanagin in 78th at 27:42.

“Excellent job (by the boys).

They are working hard, and it is paying off,” said Coach Dors, noting his top three — MacDougall, Leach and Knudsen — were solid while freshmen Aceto and DeSouza show “a lot of promise.”

Season opener: The Lakers travel to Falmouth this Friday for a 4 p.m. meet. Lake Region’s home meet is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. against Greely, Sacopee Valley and Waynflete.

Laker Fun Run will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 9 a.m.

Entry fee is $15, with proceeds benefitting the LR cross-country program. The course is two miles.

Laker football

FIRST LAKER — Junior Mark MacDougall was the (Continued from Page C) first Lake Region runner to Players to watch: Kamen cross the finish line Saturday, Scott and James and Jacob placing 11th overall at the Anderson for their physicality LRHS Invitational.

(Rivet Photo) and toughness; Jonah Simmons and Cody Gibbons for their speed.

Team strengths: Physicality and toughness.

Team weaknesses: Young (Continued from Page A) and inexperienced. to have them, and excited about the level of commitment to the Based on what you’ve seen team by all of the players. We’re going to have good team chem- thus far, what are you most istry this season, a key component to a successful season.” encouraged by? The selflessTop newcomers are Danielle LaPointe and Allison Morse. ness and the “Team First” attiPlayers to watch: Several players with two seasons of experi- tude. ence return. The Lakers lost one setter, but Emma Walker, who is Three keys to the season? expected to play a key role in the LR offense, returns. Strong hit- Staying healthy, staying on ters include Kat Merrill, Kelsey Winslow and Allison Clark. top of grades and remaining Strengths: “We have a strong core of returning players and united. the newcomers are working hard to learn the game and become Three goals? Top build skilled players,” Coach Verrill said. “I am hopeful we will have a on last season’s success, gain successful season if the girls continue to work hard at practice to experience for the coming learn the skills they need to be competitive.” years, and keep our pride.

Weaknesses: It will be a tough first season playing a Class A Season opener: The Lakers varsity schedule. “Many of the teams we will compete against travel this Friday afternoon to have strong squads that have been competing for several years,” Fryeburg Academy to meet the VOLLEYBALL, Page A Raiders. Game time is 4 p.m.

The Lakers first home game is next Friday night, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. against Greely.

Showing spirit PREVIEW: VARSITY CHEERLEADING Head Coach: Jillian Tetreault, second year Top returning cheerleaders: Senior Autumn McGrath; Juniors Haley Kollander, Allison Thomas, Ashanah Tripp; Sophomore Emily Ouellette.

Top newcomer: Erin Fahey.

Coach Tetreault expects to see additional hopefuls once school opens next week.

Strengths: The Raiders lost seven seniors last year so “we’re starting with a small group, although these girls are full of motivation and drive,” Coach Tetreault said. “They are definitely looking forward

CAROLE GOODMAN, ABR OWNER/BROKER/REALTOR

to making the most out of what we have.”

Weaknesses: Having a small roster will be the hardest challenge. “The girls will have to yell louder and work harder to make up for what we don’t have,” the coach said.

Based on what you have seen thus far, what are you encouraged by? “So far this

FA cross country (Continued from Page C) lots of fun!” he said.

Season opener: The Raiders travel to Greely (Cumberland) this Friday to run against the Rangers, Merriconeag, Traip Academy and Wells. Girls open at 4:30 followed by the boys at 5 p.m.

Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Properties “At the Lights” on Rte. 302, Naples, Maine

207-693-7000

Outside Maine

1-800-639-2136

www.lakesproperties.com

Laker girls’ volleyball

171 Portland Road, Route 302 Bridgton, ME 04009

year, we are really striving to do more for the community and the girls are willing to work hard to do so,” Coach Tetreault said. “We think it’s important for the community to know that we are not only Fryeburg Academy cheerleaders, but also support our entire town, middle and elementary schools.”

Goals: Getting support from the community, getting the school to show school spirit and encouraging all of athletes to be their best.

e-mail: info@lakesproperties.com

coldwellbanker.com

THIS OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

visualtour.com #0252-7410 Bridgton – New cottage-style contemporary is the ultimate in high efficiency.

Open floor plan w/gorgeous water views, upscale kitchen and 2 baths w/granite, tiled floors. Lovely hardwood floors. Over 1700 sq. ft. w/3–4 BR, gorgeous stone gas fireplace, office/media room. Dock system. $639,000.

Nancy Hanson, 838-8301 (MLS 1018409)

Bridgton – LONG LAKE access with a deeded boat dock comes with this 2bedroom Saltbox with 2-car garage.

Boat in the summer, snowmobile in the winter. $210,000.

Ray Austin 232-0500 (MLS 1016257)

ISTING

Harrison – Very well-kept 3–4 bedroom, 2-bath home. Light and sunny rooms on a dead-end street. Furniture included. Call for more information. $159,000.

Stan Harmon 693-7279 (MLS 1013151)

ISTING

NEW L

NEW L

visualtour.com #0245-3057 Harrison – Spacious Cape on ±3.5 private acres. Built in 2006, this home needs your finishing touch. $124,900.

Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane 838-5555 (MLS 1027594)

Harrison – Classic Maine Cottage – Pristine Condition! ±2 landscaped acres on east shore Long Lake. Central Heat/ AC. 2-car garage with apt. $875,000.

Nancy Hanson 838-8301 (MLS 1009290)

Hiram – Solid 3-bedroom home on ± 1.94 acres. This home is well-priced and needs your finishing touches! $71,400.

Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane 838-5555 (MLS 1026948)

visualtour.com #0244-0806

207-647-5371 • 207-647-8316 fax cell: 207-838-0363 • 800-647-5371 Visual Tour: mainerealestatetours.com

$140,000 – WATERFRONT!!

BRIDGTON – Beautiful sandy beach! 1989 park model travel trailer 33' x 12' located on the property.

Wonderful picnic area for your enjoyment. Enjoy your summers on Woods Pond. Amazing deal for your own waterfront. $140,000.

CED! REDU

MOUNTAIN VIEWS!!

BROWNFIELD – Newer family home/acreage/views with so many possibilities. Attached large 2-bay garage for vehicles or toys. The house has a prow front with large sliders, eat-in kitchen, cozy living room, full basement, laundry, office and 2 bedrooms currently. $165,000.

KEOKA LAKE COTTAGE

WATERFORD – Rare Keoka Lake cottage. 100 ft. of water frontage. 2 bedrooms, sunroom, living area, kitchen, bath. 2 decks. Enjoy the rest of your summer here! $275,000.

McWain Pond – Lakefront Ward log home with 200 ft on the lake. Very private setting on a quiet lake. 4 BRs, 2 BAs, cathedral ceiling in living room/ kitchen, fireplace and full walkout daylight basement A good deal. $349,000.

Naples – Get Set for Summer! Large 3bedroom contemporary home is surrounded by decks overlooking 300 ft. on Trickey Pond. Dock and 2 garages. $559,000.

Connie Eldridge 693-7298 (MLS 1005108)

Naples – This beautiful property has it all, view, water rights and deeded boat slip included. Must see to really appreciate. $289,900.

Joe Shaw 776-0771 (MLS 1010192)

Naples – 16+ acres with 675 ft. of water frontage on Brandy Pond! Previously a family campground, surveyed for 8 potential lots! $1,995,000.

Connie Eldridge 831-0890 (MLS 975042)

Naples – Access to Sebago and water views from the deck of this charming, turnkey, 2-bedroom, 2-bath home.

Open kitchen with breakfast nook. $164,900.

Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane 838-5555 (MLS 1009977)

Naples – Still time to enjoy your own unique and private spot on the Crooked River. 800’ with sandy swimming area.

3-season porch, hot tub. $184,900.

Nancy Hanson 838-8301 (MLS 1024381)

Naples – Classic Contemporary Post & Beam white cedar log home, set in the middle of 10 acres! All the amenities to include 1st floor master suite. $249,000.

Ray Austin 232-0500 (MLS 1001657)

CED! REDU

AMAZING PRICE 40 ACRES

ALBANY TOWNSHIP – 40 acres with 1700 ft. of river frontage! Great hunting & fishing on property. Gemstones: Tourmaline, feldspar, smokey quartz and beryl have been found on property! Rustic camp & bunkhouse on property offer potential with some repair.

Owner finance possible! $64,500.

Stunning Mt. Washington, Pleasant Mt. and Presidential View. 5.6 acres, deadend road. Close to town and town amenities, yet still quiet and relaxing. 3 BRs, 2 BAs, finished basement all with view. 2car heated garage. $348,000.

ISTING

D REDUCE

NEW L Log Home and garage near to Shawnee Peak and Moose Pond. Sunny location with seasonal Mountain views. Open loft, finished lower level. Comes furnished, just bring your suitcase. Enjoy what Bridgton has to offer. $199,000.

STATELY FARMHOUSE

BRIDGTON – Stately Victorian farmhouse. Enjoy 2.1 acres. New replacement windows, Lg deck with screen porch & outdoor bar, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 updated baths, master suite with jet tub bathroom, huge barn with new addition. Walk to the golf course! $285,000.

Naples – Spacious, 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape with open kitchen/dining, 1st floor bedroom, large 2-car detached garage with storage above. $158,500.

Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane 838-5555 (MLS 1027227)

Otisfield – This rare find is a masterpiece! Carefully and meticulously planned.

20 acres with fields, stone walls, landscaping and views. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $699,900.

Nancy Hanson 838-8301 (MLS 1027525)

Oxford – Water on both sides, frontage on 2 ponds. Really cute primitive cabin with large porch. Good expansion possibilities. Peaceful and quiet location. $129,800.

Sally Goodwill 232-6902 (MLS 1015395)

Raymond – Sebago Lake – 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with 200 ft. of frontage, sandy beach on protected cove. Great price on Sebago Lake! $469,000.

Jocelyn O’Rourke-Shane 838-5555 (MLS 1017730)

Raymond – Newer Raised Ranch with ROW on Raymond Pond. 3 bedrooms, deck, cherry floors and stainless steel appliances. Quiet neighborhood. Some finish needed. $169,999.

Wendy Gallant 615-9398 (MLS 1007888)

GREAT HOME – MOVE RIGHT IN!

BRIDGTON – Ready for you to move right in! Lovely addition to the living area provides a very nice space. First floor bedroom and full bath. Large laundry area on 1st floor.

Two spacious bedrooms upstairs.

Roomy deck in the back overlooks quiet woods. $134,900.

Highland lake rights with this loved and cared for home. Possible in-home business location. Pole barn and 1-car garage. Newly-tiled kitchen and family room, living room with fireplace. Sunny deck and paved drive. $189,000.

OPEN HOUSE

Sun., Sept. 4 • 12 noon – 2 p.m.

Raymond – Sebago Lake – Fabulous 2bedroom, 1.5-bath home and garage with wonderful sandy frontage. Large back lot with cottage and 2nd garage. $775,000.

Bob Blake, 693-7277 (MLS 1014331) Call for directions to Open House.

IS NEW L

ATTENTION ANTIQUE LOVERS

BRIDGTON – Beautiful antique features in this home. Wood floors, original moldings, wide formal staircase. Large country kitchen, formal living room and dining room with built-ins. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 3rdfloor attic has lots of possibilities!

Approximately .75 acre lot. Close to public beach. $149,000.

www.obergrealestate.com

PRICE

EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM HOME – BEAR POND

WATERFORD – Be part of Wabanaki Pass. Outstanding sandy beach on Bear Pond. Cathedral ceilings, gleaming wood floors, oversized screened porch. 2 bedroom guest house - lots of room to entertain. Upscale kitchen/stainless appliances and countertops. Tennis court, dock, boat area all provided with this community. $489,000.

Antique cape located close to town with lovely yard and private back deck. Cozy living room with fireplace. Wood floor and one floor living. Walk to Highland Lake beach and all the local stores. Offered at $145,000.

PLEASE CALL CAROLE FOR A LIST OF LAND FOR SALE. LAND WITH VIEWS, ACREAGE, LAKE ACCESS & WATERFRONT. GREAT PRICES... STEALS AND DEALS www.carolegoodman.com carole@mainelakes.com

TING

visualtour.com 0234-1767

OPEN HOUSE

Sun., Sept. 4 • 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Raymond – Sebago Lake – Fantastic 3-story, open concept showplace with detached garage, with apartment/studio above. 200’ on water. $1,250,000.

Bob Blake, 693-7277 (MLS 1023824) Call for directions to Open House.

Sebago – This year round log home is a charming reflection of the Maine lifestyle. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, screened porch, deck, 2-car garage and 6 acres. $227,900.

Nancy Hanson 838-8301 (MLS 1013008)

Waterford – Lovingly-maintained and filled with warmth and charm. This home has many unique features and includes 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fireplace, oversized garage. 3 acres. $179,000.

Nancy Hanson 838-8301 (MLS 1027593)

“Lakes Region Properties is a Full-Service Real Estate Office specializing in Waterfront, Residential and Commercial Properties.”

Fun & games

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page C

Highlands tennis

This week’s puzzle Theme: The Internet

64. ___ of Aquarius 66. Relating to the ilium 68. Skirt shape 69. Overnight stop 70. Vigorous fight 71. *Way to be heard 72. Pecan, e.g.

73. Lock of hair

DOWN 1. Salt in Spanish 2. Ball of yarn 3. Raja’s wife 4. Polyimide or carbodiimide, e.g.

5. Type of silk cloth 6. Pat dry 7. Poetic over 8. Money paid out 9. Samuel Adams, e.g.

10. “A Death in the Family” author, James ____ 11. Charlie “____” Parker 12. It turns host into hostess 15. *Virtual you 20. Short stanza at end of poem 22. Toy-maker 24. Gamut 25. Capital of Bangladesh 26. Infamous Nazi 27. Paisley, e.g.

29. Gaelic 31. Directed, produced, written by Warren Beatty 32. Immature ovum 33. Longest human bone 34. *Express outrage 36. 18-wheeler 38. John Galsworthy’s Forsyte story

Range change

FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Fish & Game Association wants to inform the public about an important change at the shooting range on Fish & Game Road in Fryeburg.

Effective today, Sept. 1, target holders with paper targets only will be required on the rifle and pistol ranges. Any questions are to be directed to Club President Jim Holt at 935-2625.

Bear season

42. _____-cross bicycling 45. *Surf 49. Communist Zedong 51. Tao follower 54. Writer Clemens’ nom de plume 56. Watcher 57. Gallup’s inquiry 58. Medley 59. Designer Vera

The start of bear season in Maine is an exciting time for hunters because it traditionally is the start of the fall hunting season.

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife urges hunters to err on the side of caution as black bear hunting season opened the day after Tropical Storm Irene blasted through the state.

“With road conditions, especially on the woods roads, remaining hazardous early this week, everybody should do their best to be prepared,” said Lt. Kevin Adam of the Maine Warden Service.

The general black bear hunting season runs through Nov. 26, 2011. The season for hunting over bait runs through Sept. 24 and the season for hunting with dogs is Sept. 12 to Oct. 28.

The immediate concern is the start of the season this week, in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene. Many areas of Maine are still without electricity, and there are widespread reports of road closures,

60. Belgian port 61. Low-cal 62. Grub 63. Metered ride 65. Wildebeest 67. Cosine

Solutions on Page 7C

BEAR SEASON, Page C

WYONEGONIC POINT

Laker girls’ volleyball

MOOSE POND WATERFRONT FOR SALE • MLS #1007899 www.wyonegonicpoint.com

TF18

ACROSS 1. Substitute for currency 6. Sound meant to scare 9. Third behind Bonds and Aaron 13. 1836 Texas battle 14. Romanian monetary unit 15. Knight’s breastplate 16. Most famous Bolshevik?

17. Food morsel 18. Turns sharply 19. *Small application 21. ______ toward or aimed at 23. Poetic even 24. Thunderstorm sight 25. Beaver’s creation 28. “Never” without n 30. Distant 35. “Without further ____”, pl.

37. Miners’ bounty, pl.

39. Make happy 40. Domestic animal shelter 41. Writer Asimov 43. Russian governmental agency 44. One way to get to top 46. Trend-setting 47. Poor neighborhood 48. Declare as true 50. Unoffensive manner 52. “But I heard him exclaim, ____ he drove out of sight, Merry Christmas to all...”

53. Under this in court 55. One from Laos 57. Native American tradition 60. *It’s often used in verb form 63. Pepsi and Coke

The annual Bridgton Highlands Country Club Tennis Tournament was held on Saturday, Aug. 27. With a total of 24 entries in the Men’s and Mixed Doubles events, the Highlands Tournament was very successful with the following teams being winners and runners-up.

Winners Men’s Doubles: John Russell of Denmark and Joe Wikler of Harrison.

Runners-up Men’s Doubles: Rick Siegrist and Richard Siegrist Sr., both of Bridgton.

Winners Mixed Doubles: John Russell of Denmark and Ann Harradan of North Bridgton.

Runners-up Mixed Doubles: Madeline Wikler and Joe Wikler, both of Harrison.

Bob Kimnach, director of Tennis, congratulates all winners and runners-up, as well as all players. He also thanks all who helped put this event on, as well as all spectators who attended.

“We all will look forward to the 2012 season and tournament,” Kimnach said.

Anyone wishing information please contact: Bob Kimnach at bob@northconwaysales.com or 603-986-6708.

LAND FOR SALE 2.4-acre lot located at 82 John Adams Court, Madison Heights, Naples.

Site plan with completed percolation test and septic system design.

Asking $60,000 or best offer Call for information at 207-478-8905 (cell)

2T34X

FOR SALE

(Continued from Page A) Coach Verrill said. “This is our first year playing a varsity schedule. It will be a challenge trying to find the right mix of girls to make our team competitive. Positive team chemistry is the key to our success.”

Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? Coaches Shible and Verrill are most encouraged by the effort the girls have put into each practice, thus far. “If they continue to work equally hard throughout the season, we will have a successful season,” Coach Verrill said.

Three keys to the season? Work hard, be competitive, and use good communication.

Three goals? Further develop team chemistry, improve passing skills, improve serving skills and serve placement skills.

Season opener: The Lakers open Saturday at Scarborough for a 10:30 a.m. match. The home opener is Tuesday, Sept. 6 against Falmouth at 6:30 p.m.

Saco Valley Sports Center

PRICE Builder REDUCED must se ll!!

It’s Time to Sign Up for the 2011 Fall Bowling Leagues!!!

Mon. 2-Person

Sept. 12th.....7 p.m.....Any Combination of 2 people

PRIME COMMERCIAL SPACE

Tues. Ladies’

Sept. 6th.......6 p.m.....4 Ladies

Tradesman • Retail • Office

Wed. Men’s

NAPLES BUSINESS PARK Super Nice Location On Busy Rt. 302 36 x35 - 1260 Sq/Ft. Heat/Hot Water/Parking Electric/Bathroom Security System 10 x10 Overhead Door

For More Information Call Bill: 1-800-834-5576

11T29

Sept. 7th.......7 p.m.....5 Men

Thurs. Mixed

Sept. 8th.......9 a.m.....Any Combination of 4 people

18 Riley’s Run, Bridgton, Maine

Vacation Home/Ski Chalet

4T35

Making Real Estate Easy!

• SHORELINE RESTORATION • Erosion Control • Land Use Consultations Landscapes • Stoneworks Design • Installations • Permits

MLS #1009845 $235,000 91 W Stoneham Lovell

Beautiful timber-frame on 6.2 acres w/5BR, 3BA, cathedral ceilings, daylight basement, legal 2-bedroom apartment.

Sue Fleck, Buyer Specialist 207.310.1544 (cell) Gorgeous custom-built home MLS #1024510 on 2 1/2 park-like acres! $229,900 Daylight basement w/huge 650 Lake House workshop!

Naples Year-round waterfront cottage MLS #1020690 on Long Lake w/fireplace, on $595,000 1+ acres. Gorgeous water 21 Garden Lane view! Sandy beach!

Naples

Call for your FREE list of best buy waterfront homes!

207-653-7653 19 Main Street, Gray www.CathyManchester.com

Long Lake — 2 seasonal cottages, 130' waterfront — $475,000

e-mail: ctoc@fairpoint.net

Brandy Pond — beautiful home, 4BR, 3BA, w/seasonal cottage 70' waterfront — $589,000 EOWO

Thurs. Couples

Sept. 8th.......7 p.m.....2 Men / 2 Women

28' x 40' energy-efficient, exposed beams, granite tops, wood flooring.

4 bedrooms, 2 baths, stone hearth. On ITS, minutes to Shawnee Peak.

Feed wildlife in your own yard! $259,900.

Call Kurt Christensen – 207-329-5671 or kurtandlinda@gmail.com for more info.

Little Sebago Lake — seasonal cottages and year-round waterfront homes, from $275,900 and up!

Sign up E Get 3 Fr arly and ee String s of Bowli ng!!

1T35

3T33

95 Pine Street – Route 302 Fryeburg, ME 04037 207-935-3777 www.sacovalleysportscenter.com info_sacovalleysportscenter@yahoo.com

Page C, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Regional sports

Summer snapshot — ‘Pleasant’ climb up the mountain

Editor’s note: A summer resident of Woods Pond in Bridgton, 19-year-old Will Parker of Lynnfield, Mass. shares a “snapshot” of his July hike along a ski trail on Pleasant Mountain.

By Will Parker Special to The News Sleep and the comfort of my

bed were shattered that morning as my cell phone alarm clock tolled loudly. It was 3:45 a.m., Saturday morning (July 16) and as my dad and sister slept soundly, along with the majority of the free world I might add, my mom and I rose with our golden retriever “Jazz” to embark on the sunrise hike,

Football deadline

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. A $15 late fee for registrations is now being charged. Registration forms can be picked up at the Bridgton, Casco, Naples and Sebago Town Offices or download a form from 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.

which yours truly had planned in a somewhat whimsical idea the previous evening.

Having quietly finished our provisioning, complete with flashlights, breakfast and water, we set out in the Subaru along the now dirt entrance at Mountain Road, recently ravaged from resurfacing. Not the slightest hint of humanity greeted our arrival at the base of the ski trails aside from the main lodge sleeping peacefully in the draught of the off-season.

Shouldering our packs and lathering up with bug spray, Mom and I along with our canine escort embarked into the dark enfolds of the ski trail with nothing more than the beams of our battery-powered torches revealing the way.

Though cold and dark as the morning would seem to most, our ascent quickly warmed as the grade of steepness resulting from our direct ascent got the blood pumping and the water bottles flowing quickly. As the

minutes ticked by, our approach towards the summit at Shawnee Peak seemed to run almost perfectly with the coming of dawn. The sky overhead began to brighten in the peripheries of our sweat-stained field of vision, and soon we holstered our torches in favor of a commanding (nearly full) moon that hovered above the summit.

After about an hour of climbing, we finally reached the end of the line of chairlifts and sat on one disembarking areas for skiers during the winter.

Breakfast of muffins and juice felt welcome as the three of us lazed at the top taking in the view of the landscape below which stretched, by my count, for about 75 miles.

At about 5:14, by my recollection, Mom called me over to see the first rays of sun peek over the horizon. Together, our trio watched in silent wonder as a golden orb rose steadily above the distant hills bathing the land with a glow of warm

colors. Pinks, oranges, yellows and reds flooded the land much like a canvas in repose to the unseen hand of a painter.

There are certain things in life that we all admit, get lost in the day to day trifles of our existence. Television, social media, materialism, and the imperfect human pursuit of wealth, power, and fame (to name a few) distract us. It is moments like this one on the top of Pleasant Mountain that seem timeless in the profound nature of their meaning and which slow the torrid pace of our lives down to the subtle, the sustaining, and the spiritual.

Will Parker is 19 years old, and enjoys the unique outdoor allure of Maine’s lakes, rivers and mountains, as well as sneaking out on the golf course at the Highlands to chase the small white pellet around.

“As the days grow shorter, the nights grow cooler, and the rest of us don’t get any younger the dog days of summer serve,

in my mind, as a time of reflection on the moments that register as truly important in all of our lives. As the saying goes, ‘Life isn’t how many breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away.’”

Bear

(Continued from Page C)

particularly in the western parts of the state where bear hunting pressure is especially high.

“Always tell someone where you are going and when you are going to return,” Lt. Adam said. “Hunters may want to bring equipment such as chain saws, ropes and equipment to get vehicles unstuck.”

“It’s also extremely important, with bridges washed out and water levels still in danger of rising, not to navigate waterways unless you are 100 percent sure you can cross them.”

For the first time, hunters are required to extract a tooth from their harvested bear and submit the tooth at the registration station. Each check station will provide hunters with instructions for submitting their bear’s tooth.

At the end of the year, MDIF&W will receive these teeth from the check stations and will send a percentage of the teeth to the laboratory for aging.

The ages for bears harvested during the 2011 season will be posted on the Department’s website next fall (www.maine. gov/ifw/hunting_trapping/hunting/bear.htm) In 2010, nearly 700 bear teeth were voluntarily submitted by hunters. Like most bear populations, older bears make up a smaller proportion of the harvest with one-third of the bears being older than three years old. The majority of bears (78 percent) were between the ages of 1 and 5 years old.

For more information on bear hunting in Maine, season dates, and other laws and regulations, hunters are encouraged to visit www.mefishwildlife.com or the MDIF&W Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mainefishwildlife

235 Bridgton Road, Unit 1, Route 302 East, Fryeburg, ME 207-935-2215 Western Maine • 800-933-2215 Toll-Free www.mainecountrylivng.com email: info@mainecountryliving.com

LAKEFRONT NIRVANA

www.visualtour.com #0253-3928

— Stunning log home on Long Lake, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, center stone fireplace and cathedral ceilings. Master bedroom with bath, 2nd floor office with balcony, family room in walkout basement, tile and hardwood flooring, radiant heat, 3-car attached garage and so much more! Beautiful sunsets! (MLS 1021485)

At A Great Price!!

Bill Reilly 207-890-6587

Jennifer Regan 207-838-1581

207-693-7284 (o) • 207-838-5555 (c) jocelyn@hancockpondrealestate.com Independently Owned and Locally Operated

Route 302, P.O. Box 97 Naples, ME 04055

t Lake

Pequawke

MLS #1023402 • BROWNFIELD • $ 204,900 Plenty of room for the entire family in this 3-bedroom cape chalet with wonderful kid-safe beach, mountain & sunset views!

ASK FOR BILL 207-890-6587

d

Kezar Pon

MLS #1014680 • FRYEBURG • $ 225,000 Mother Nature’s Secret in Western Maine. Nothing like this!!! Huge sparsely-populated lake with the finest Mt. Washington water views in the area! ★ ★ ASK FOR BILL 207-890-6587

Lovewell

Pond

MLS #1012518 • FRYEBURG • $324,900.

Absolutely charming 3-bedroom cottage with beautiful views, a great deck, sandy beach & separate guest house.

ASK FOR BILL 207-890-6587

nd Moose Po MLS #1017443 • DENMARK • $ 214,000.

Waterfront Maine Camp! 100 feet of waterfront, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 screened porches.

ASK FOR JENNIFER 207-838-1581

Regional sports

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page C

Dreams of fields soon to become reality on BRAG Way

By Jon Evans Special to The News As a lifelong member of the “Happy to call Bridgton home” club, I sometimes ask myself what kept me here, as if to justify not being a pioneer like my older brother who bolted before the ink on his Lake Region High School diploma was dry.

The five of us Evans kids were encouraged by our mom and dad to leave the nest, learn to fly and fully utilize the luggage we got as graduation gifts to help us on our way. They were unselfish folks and felt that our opportunities were over the horizon. Growing up here in the 70s and 80s, they were probably right, Bridgton was struggling to hang on to its identity. Historic buildings were being replaced by fast food and parking lots,

jobs were headed overseas and our greatest days, perhaps, were in the rear view mirror. Now as an adult with teen children of my own, I realize that one day I will have to encourage them to fly, wherever it may take them.

I know now that my folks must have been in agony as they said good-bye. I hope I can be as brave as they were.

There are many differences between now and 25 years ago as I make my daily runs to town. Our mountains are being preserved, the waters are running cleaner, sidewalks are bustling with diverse shops and our future is poised for “smart” growth. Toss in a new hospital, schools, supermarket, theater and a park we call Pondicherry.

Now, the next big thing for Bridgton: a new state-of-the-art

recreation complex blossoming under the summer sun, just off Route 302 on BRAG Way. For over 10 years, the Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group (BRAG) has worked toward making this dream a reality. It took time — most good things in life do.

There is still much to be done.

It took every BRAG president and his board of directors at the time, to get the project to where it is today. I have worked with all three BRAG presidents — Paul Hoyt, Dr. Stephan Hatch and Bill Macdonald. I have grown as an individual as a result of these relationships. I have become friends with many board members who brought tremendous talent to this project and are enriching their communities today.

After Bridgton citizens voted overwhelmingly to support the project, it took awhile to get some momentum. Now, after several successful grant applications, the project has credibility and the current board has met the challenges that come with earning and matching these grants.

But maybe the most important

STARTING TO TAKE REAL SHAPE — Grass is growing on the Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group (BRAG) fields, which will be ready for official play in spring 2013. decision we made was asking Jim Quinn to come out of retirement to be the project manager. Fortunately, he agreed and we promised to give him every resource we could muster and to trust his decisions.

There are so many families, businesses and charitable organizations to thank and that will be done in upcoming press releases. There will also be some exciting news about the official naming of the complex.

Please note the following information: It would be very helpful to us if your child wore a name tag during the first week of school with the following information:

HONORARY MEMBERSHIP — (Left) Martha Eaton presented Phyllis Hammett of Waterford an honorary membership award to the Bridgton Highlands Ladies Golf Association.

At the age of 90, Phyllis can still play nine holes with a score in the 50s.

Fairway chip shots Bridgton Highlands Country Club

Sunday Morning Sweeps has come to an end for 2011. The final two competitions were a Sweeps Member/Member and Member/ Guest event along with the Sweeps Championships.

There was a three-way tie for the Member/Member title between the pairs of Mark Lopez and Dave Crowell, Bob Surette and Phil Kinney, and Bob Kavanaugh and Bill Holden.

In the Member/Guest, the winning team was Wayne Kuvaja and Bob Holden.

Nearest the pin produced a tie between Dave Crowell and Bob Holden.

The second contest, Sweeps Championship, saw Cliff Walker place first with a 70 followed by Wayne Kuvaja at 73 and Terry Holden at 75. Low net scores were tallied by Bob Surette (65), Bruce Fadden (65) and Bill Holden (66).

Last Wednesday, Aug. 24, the Bridgton Ladies Golf Association played “Predict Your Own Score” in a nine-hole event. Winners were Martha Eaton and Phyllis Hammett with a score of 59. The pot (most one putts) was won by Linda Munger and Sue Timperley (4).

Lake Kezar Country Club

In Social League play Tuesday, tied for first place with a score of 88 were: Dick Trapani, Mike Tarantino, Clem Nelson and Henry Morgan; and the team of Bob Gallagher, Bill Boyd and Art Falk.

Closest to the pin were Mike Caron on Hole 5 at 2-feet, 8-inches and Bob Bean on Hole 16 at 1-foot, 9-inches.

Greenie: Art Duggan.

White Mountain Seniors

In play at Bridgton Highlands, the team of Jon Lang (Concord CC), Chris Wonson, Len Carsley (Bridgton Highlands) and Daryl Kenison took first place with a Plus 5 Plus 9.

Second place with a Plus 5 Plus 7 went to Earl Cushman (Field of Dreams), Barry Smith (Bridgton Highlands), Bob Beckler (Lake Kezar) and Bob Foster (Bridgton Highlands).

Third place with a Plus 2 Plus 3 went to Rodney Allen (Bridgton Highlands), Bob McHatton (Bridgton Highlands), Henry Middlemiss

FAIRWAY CHIP SHOTS, Page C

This week’s game solutions

The times listed below for the first bus stop are approximate times only. Time and route adjustments after the first several days may be necessary. ) Starts down McAllister Rd.; continues down Route 5 to Albany, returns to Virginia Lake Rd. and proceeds along Route 5 and 5A picking up all K-12 students to New Suncook School. Drops off K-5, students and picks up 6-12 students, proceeds to Fryeburg Academy, Molly Ockett and Snow Schools by way of Harbor Rd. Picks up all students grades 6-12 on Fish St. to Route 5. ) Starts at Hut Rd. and Evergreen Valley Rd., resumes pickups from Slab City Rd. to Butler Hill Rd., Cushman Pond Rd., and Sabattus Rd., resumes pickups from north end of 5A to New Suncook School via Pleasant Point Rd., West Lovell Rd., and Swamp Rd. Leaves all K-5 students at New Suncook School and continues on to Fryeburg area schools. ) Starts down Weber Pond Rd. to Lee Grey Rd., returns by Route 93 to North Bridgton Rd., Ridlonville Rd proceeds to Timberledge Rd., Plummer School Rd., Lovell end of Knights Hill Rd. and Smarts Hill Rd., picking up all K-12 students to New Suncook School. Proceeds to Fryeburg area schools. ) Starts at Waterman residence on Old Waterford Rd., picks up all K-12 students on Eastman Hill Rd., Severance Lodge Rd., #8 Rd. and Fern Dr., Golf Course and Route 5 between West Lovell Rd. & Route 5A. Transfers students to Bus #2, continue on to Berry Rd., in Sweden & Black Mtn. Rd. and return via Knights Hill Rd. to New Suncook School with all K-12 in this area to meet Bus #15. ) 1. Starts in West Lovell, picking up all K-12 students on West Lovell Rd., Horseshoe Pond Rd., New Rd. and Foxborough Rd. back through to The Narrows. Proceeds to New Suncook School via Christian Hill Rd. picking up all students there.

2. Drops all Students at New Suncook School and proceeds to Lower Bay Kezar Rd. via Shave Hill Rd. then to River Rd., McNeil Rd and Fist St., picking up all K-5 students for New Suncook School. ) Starts at Warren Rd., Belair Dr. and Menotomy Rd., picking up all students, proceeds to Pond Rd., Oxford St., Fair St., Smith St., picking up all students. Leaves students at Snow School, Molly Ockett School, and Fryeburg Academy. Proceeds down Route 5 picking up all New Suncook K-5 students on Route 5 and takes them to New Suncook School. ) Starts picking up all K-12 students at Hemlock Bridge Rd. and Sanborn Estates Dev., returning down Denmark Rd., Warren Rd. and continues to Stanley Hill Rd. to Route 302 and leaves all students at Fryeburg Academy, Snow School and Molly Ockett, then picks up K-5 students assigned to Denmark Schools and proceeds to Route 5/113 picking up Denmark K-5 students via Farnsworth Rd. ) Starts at Haleytown area, picking up all students and continues down Main St., Portland St., to Dearborn’s and returns back to Main St. via Porter Rd., then to Woodland and Eastland Streets, back to Snow School, Molly Ockett, and Fryeburg Academy. ) Starts on Lower Bay Kezar Rd. picking up grades 6-12 students, Continues to Route 113 picking up K-12 students along Route 113 assigned to Fryeburg village schools via Corn Shop Rd. Then proceeds to Maple and Elm Streets, picking up all students. Leaves students at Fryeburg Academy, Molly Ockett and Snow School. Picks up students for New Suncook School by way of Route 113 (West Fryeburg) and continues on to new Suncook School via North Fryeburg.

Originally, this was to be an article about all the numbers and figures and statistics and so on regarding the project. But, as I sat down to pen this, I realized that maybe folks have forgotten the human aspect of this effort.

There have been moments of doubt among the group and within the community about this complex. But, the group has kept chugging along, knowing it was doing the right thing.

Soon, one of the most impor-

tant missing ingredients in our village, a place for kids of all ages to play will be ready for action. In my opinion, Bridgton has about everything in place to entice new job creators, who want their families to live in a community like ours.

In closing, as I think about my own children, I know that they will have opportunities away but they are going to have opportunities here as well if they BRAG, Page C

) Starts at Stow Corner Store and proceeds north as far as State Line picking up all K-12 students. Returns south on Center Chatham Rd. via Butter Hill Rd. proceeds to Union Hill Rd. south to New Suncook via Shave Hill Rd. then continuing on to Fryeburg, picking up all Fryeburg bound K-12 students on Route 5 and end of Highland Park Rd. to Fryeburg Academy, Molly Ockett, and Snow School. ) Starts at Barbar Rd./Union Hill Rd. picking up all students back to Route 113 Stow Corner. Continues picking p all students on Route 113 to North Fryeburg Fire Station then proceeds to State Line and Kimball Lake Shores on South Chatham Rd. then to New Suncook by way of North Fryeburg, north end of Fish St. & McNeil Rd. Continues to New Suncook School then on to Fryeburg Village schools via Chautauqua Hill Rd. and Fairview Dr. on the way. All K-12 students on Route 5 from Fairview Dr. to Route 302.

Starts in North Chatham, picking up all students back to State Line and proceeds to South Chatham area picking up grades K-12, leaving K-5 students at New Suncook School. Proceeds to Fryeburg by way of Route 5 to Fryeburg Academy and Molly Ockett. ) Starts at town line on Route 160 picking up all K-12 students, back to Burnt Meadow Rd. picking up all K-12 students, then proceeds to Hiram line via Route 5/113 picking up K-12 students, returning up Route 5/113 to Spring St., across Route 160 to Brownfield Church picking up all K-12 students. Leaves K-5 students at Denmark School, proceeds to Fryeburg with grades 6-12 picking up Fryeburg bound students en route. ) 1. Begins on Moore Rd., beyond McGonagle residence, picks up all K12 students back to Thurston Rd., Eaton Rd. & Center Conway Rd., return to South end of Haleytown Rd. and Old County Rd. to Phen Hill, Blake neighborhood, down Merrill Corner Rd., up Hampshire Rd and return to Denmark School with K-5 students then proceed to Fryeburg Schools.

2. 7:55 a.m. Proceeds from Fryeburg Academy to Lake Region Vocational with any Fryeburg Academy Students assigned there. ) 1. Starts on Mountain Rd., picking up all K-12 students over Hio Ridge Rd., Moose Pond Shores Rd., and Lake Rd. Proceeds to Denmark leaving Grades 612 to meet Bus #23 and/or Grades K-5 for Denmark School.

2. Proceeds to Old Shepherd River Rd. picking up all K-12 students there and returns to Denmark School to leave grades K-5 and meet Bus #6 with grades 6-12. ) Starts on Bush Row Rd. picking up all K-12 students and on Route 117/160 from Bush Row Rd. to Rocky Knoll Rd., Hannibal Cir., Lord Hill, Route 160 to Misty Ln. (Old 113), and Depot St. picking up all K12 students through to Denmark School, leaving K-5 at Denmark and then continues with students assigned to Fryeburg schools.

Starts on Route 117 near Bridgton line, picking up all K-12 students thee and proceeding to South Rd. and Allen Rd. picking up all students. Resumes pickups on Berry Rd., back through to village by way of Sebago/Hancock Pond Rd. and Route 117 and picks up students from end of Rocky Knoll Rd. to Denmark School, continuing on to Fryeburg schools with students from Bus #44.

Leaves Molly Ockett and proceeds to Fryeburg Academy, travels on Route 5, Lovell Village and Center Stores, Stoneham and Albany ìInternational Sign Postî ) Leaves Molly Ockett and proceeds to Fryeburg Academy, travels Route 113 to Grant’s Market onto Denmark Village and stops at Jimbob’s Store on Route 117/160.

Page C, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Regional sports

Summer wrap-up

By Paula J. Holt Harrison Recreation Director HARRISON — What a summer!

The Town of Harrison’s eight-week “Fun, Friends, and Fitness Summer Day Camp” and six-week American Red Cross Swim Program came to a close on Thursday, Aug. 11.

The final day was a celebration of summer fun at Crystal Lake Park with a barbecue and the annual 1 1/2-mile swim across Crystal Lake.

Congratulations to the 15 swimmers who made it to shore safely: Amy Milo, Jamie Mazer, Horst Schulze, Mae Milo, Dimitri DiBiase, Joey Gallant, Brandon Ronfeldt, Michelle Heroux, Katie Farrar, Katie Ebinger, Susan Hughes, Lynda Herskovitz, Carson Brynie, Julienne Cook and PJ Gallant.

Kayakers and canoers paddled along side the swimmers to help if needed. They were: Jessica DiBiase, Rob Cook, Ethan Kidd, Garrett Hudanish, Krista Hakala, Melissa Strauss and Bobbi Scribner. Peter Brown Jr. was nearby in his pontoon boat with his mom, Jennifer, in case of an emergency. Thank you to the Osgood family, owners of Vacationland Campground, for allowing the swim to begin from their beach.

The big event during the second to last week was the popular Olympic Field Day when children competed for the gold, silver and bronze medals in 10 land events and one water event. This year, 72

athletes competed for medals.

The team winning gold led by Counselor Krista Hakala was Spencer Hurd, Seth Patnaude, Jesse Leonard, Kylie Dennison, Mason Cilley, Kylie Blanchett, McKenzie Pierini and Lucas Currier.

Silver medals were awarded to Brendon Patten, Savannah Barker, Nate Farrar, Kirsten Edwards, Diego Roy, Quin DiBiase and Katelyn Farrar.

They were led by Counselor Joey Gallant.

Led by Counselor Melissa Strauss, the team of Jake Knapp, Anna Berry, Rylee Ward, Jacob Lauria, Emily Pattle, Lucy Leonard, Colby Gosselin and Eric Lauria received bronze medals.

Counselors also competed against each other.

Taking home the gold, silver and bronze were Brandon Ronfeldt, Krista Hakala and Joey Gallant, respectively.

Congratulations to all the athletes who participated.

Thank you to Mitchell Lisowski of Mitchell Music and DJ for providing music for the children during the Dance Party on the basketball court.

Congratulations to all Guess Jar winners, and to those who participated in all the special contests during Spirit Week, Birthday Week and Hawaiian Luau Week.

Huge thanks are in order to the many people and businesses that helped in one way or another in making this year’s summer program so special and such a huge success. Thank you to the

Fairway chip shots (Continued from Page C)

(Lake Kezar) and Bruce Fadden (Bridgton Highlands).

Fourth place with a score of Plus 1 Plus 1 went to Cy Hunter (Ridgewood), Daryl Kenison, Moe Foulds (Lake Kezar) and Cid Tessicini.

Fifth place with a Plus 1 Plus 1 went to Joe Balducci (Oakdale), Dale Lord (Bridgton Highlands), Ron Cross (St. Johnsbury) and Briggs Bunker (North Conway).

Closest to the pin was Bill Wapenski at 4-feet, 1.25-inches.

Longest putt was by Craig Lewis at 28-feet, 3-inches.

Plus Points: Len Carsley 6, Bob Foster 5, Daryl Kenison 4, Bruce Fadden 4, Earl Cushman 3, Greg Dawson 3, Herb Somers 2, Cid Tessicini 1, Rodney Allen 1, Dick Conant 1, George Jones 1 and Joe Balducci 1.

Birds: Rodney Allen 4, 14 and 17, Doug Wicks 6, Bill Wapenski 8, Craig Lewis 15 and Bruce Fadden 16.

Next week: Maplewood.

BRONZE MEDALISTS — This team won Bronze Medals led my Counselor Melissa Strauss during Harrison Rec’s annual Olympic Field Day. Athletes competed in 10 land events and one water event. Pictured are: (front, left to right) Jake Knapp, Eric Lauria and Lucy Leonard; (back row) Melissa Strauss, Emily Pattle, Rylee Ward, Jacob Lauria, Colby Gosselin and Anna Berry.

Harrison Youth Boosters, cates for Slushies at the close Opal Gardner, Matt Frank, Pat of the program.

I would also like to menDickerson, Chris Anderson and Kathy Blanchard for their tion how grateful we are to very generous donations, Ted Jones, Randy Jack and which provided summer day Dave Dee, bus drivers for camp or field trip scholar- SAD 17, for transporting us safely all over the state to the ships.

Thank you to Suzanne many summer attractions.

I would also like to recogWallace and Bill Felts for making it possible to take nize and thank John Likshis of all the children to Deertrees Lake Region TV for not only Theatre for the morning per- advertising and promoting the British Challenger Soccer formances.

Thank you to all the par- Camp, but also for taking the ents who donated healthy time to take pictures during snacks for our Thursday the week of camp.

In order for this soccer nutrition awareness day and for all the food needed for camp to take place in Harrison, the Giant Campout. Also housing must be provided for many thanks to Karen Toohey each coach. A huge thank from the University of Maine you to Heather and Lloyd Cooperative Extension Robinson and Harleyn and Jim Service for offering Nutrition Lee of Harrison for opening Workshops during Fitness and their homes and hosting four British coaches during camp Nutrition Week.

Thanks to 1st Sgt. Andy week at the RADR Sports Pattle of the Maine National Complex. Thank you to Deb Guard and our volunteer fire- Cote and her family for invitfighters Mike DiBiase and Al ing the coaches to their home Lisowski for demonstrating for an evening meal. Thank what they do to protect us, our you also to Betty and David town and our country.

Rowe of Harrison for providSpecial thanks to our ing funds for a Harrison child librarian Kathleen Kramer for to attend the camp. reading to the young children I also want to thank RADR during the summer reading Manager Richard Jennings program and for also offering for preparing and maintaining the Book Club to the older the soccer field. Sixty-eight children. children from ages 3-14 had Thanks to Tracy Card for an incredible soccer experiher continuous help with bak- ence from knowledgeable, ing large birthday cakes dur- high-energy and enthusiastic ing Birthday Week.

British Soccer coaches. They Thank you to the Williams will return next year during family, owners of the The the week of Aug. 6-10 so Village Tie Up in Harrison for mark your calendars if you giving all 120 children certifi-

SILVER MEDALISTS — Counselor Team Leader Joey Gallant’s team won Silver Medals during Harrison Rec’s annual Olympic Field Day. The athletes competed in 10 land events and one water event. Pictured are: (front, left to right) Quinn DiBiase and Diego Roy; (back row) Kirsten Edwards, Katelyn Farrar, Savannah Barker, Brendon Patten and Joey Gallant.

GOLD MEDALISTS — This team won Gold Medals with 97.875 points during Harrison Summer Rec’s annual Olympic Field Day. Athletes participated in 10 land events and one water event. Pictured are: (front, left to right) Lucas Currier and Jesse Leonard; (middle) Mikenzie Pierini, Seth Patnaude, Kylie Dennison, Mason Cilley and Spencer Hurd; (back row) Kylee Blanchette and Krista Hakala (Counselor Team Leader). want your child to learn from England’s best and have a fantastic, fun and most memorable week of soccer.

And last but not least and most important of all, I would like to extend a huge thank you to my energetic, knowledgeable, creative, patient, and caring land and waterfront staff.

They did an outstanding job teaching the children swimming, arts & crafts, sports and games in a most positive and

fun environment and for carefully watching them during field trips, Deertrees Theatre (especially while we walked to the theatre) and during the Giant Campout.

Thank you Barry Richardson for supplying us with firewood and big thanks to Arlin Bigelow and Shawn Bennett for taking care of the park and helping us out when we needed it.

Thank you, everyone!

and we ask that you visit www. todaysbrag.com to consider a contribution. In the meantime, please go see what this group of volunteers has built with the help of Rolfe Corp. Jim may put a lawnmower in your hands, but take a chance anyway. Use your imagination as you look over

this massive area…listen for the laughter of kids, the crack of the bat. Smell the freshly mowed grass and the hot dogs on the grill and watch the sun set over Pleasant Mountain and know you are home.

BRAG fields taking shape

(Continued from Page C) choose. Bridgton has become a well-rounded, self-sufficient town again thanks to the hard work and vision of so many. I feel honored to be a small part of it all and I wish my folks were here to see it.

There is much work to be done

42 Highland Road Bridgton, Maine 04009 MountainViewDentistryMaine.com

A smile happens in a flash but the memory lasts a lifetime.

Dr. Leslie Elston and her exceptional team invite you to become a new patient in our quality focused, friendly practice where we are committed to life-long beautiful and healthy smiles.

Providing comprehensive, quality care to the families of the Greater Lakes Region Community since 1999, we would like to welcome you with $25.00 savings on your new patient exam.

Call Kim at 207-647-3628

Opinion & Comment

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

Viewpoints Supporting public wrongdoers

By Peter Bollen Guest Columnist The best-selling book by controversial figures, corrupt politicians, felons and murderers has become the rage from these self-aggrandizing “authors.”

This trend may have begun in earnest during the Watergate era when two dozen loyal officials of the Nixon Administration blindly supported the illegal actions and deeds that Nixon largely supported and ordered along with his cover-up to the public. This resulted in his eventual resignation of the presidency and caused major changes in campaign finance legislation.

Nixon’s chosen successor, Gerald Ford, pardoned Nixon for all crimes present and future. Nixon eventually became a wealthy best-selling author publishing six volumes of memoirs extolling his experiences and opinions during his presidency. Nixon was able to enrich himself despite his major misdeeds including abridging the Constitution as Commander in Chief and was spared a conviction in a court of law.

The lesson here is that Nixon was able to profitably give his accounts to the public while enhancing his historic image.

For the record, he never apologized for his blatant corruption even as many of his top aides were imprisoned for their loyalty.

The public pariahs or wrongdoers in this society can not only cleanse their conscience and enrich themselves by marketing their notoriety and giving their side of the story. By marketing their notoriety and tale of redemption, whether true or otherwise, book publishers and aggressive agents parry for the big offer of best-sellerdom.

Nearly every Watergate felon served time and authored best-

selling books. Some acceded guilt while some others proclaimed unrequited love and betrayal by their Commander in Chief. They were largely self-aggrandizing accounts.

Don’t get me wrong — I’m a strong advocate of the First Amendment. All Americans have this precious right to publicly opine and engage in the marketplace of ideas. The First Amendment is so powerful that even noted serial killer, Son of Sam (David Berkowitz) wrote his memoirs and the Supreme Court unanimously upheld his right to profit from the book.

In recent years, major felons and controversial figures have profited greatly either by sympathetic supporters and as the curious public talk shows lined up enjoying huge ratings.

A small movement began in 1978 after Nixon was pardoned. Two young men — a carpet cleaner and restaurant owner — organized other sympathetic friends and started a call for action imploring the public against supporting public pariahs. “Don’t Buy Books

By Crooks” was the message.

It was somewhat effective for a while. The likes of G. Gordon Liddy, Ivan Boesky, Oliver North, H.R. Haldeman, et al — felons all — became best-selling public figures even while serving behind bars.

The logic of First Amendment advocates is relatively simple. If a wrongdoer is genuinely sincere about his misdeeds, there are options to tell their accounts. Donate the proceeds of their notoriety and sales to charity. It’s no secret that the largesse of publishers’ advances go along with a percentage of sales to the author.

Resulting speech fees and book tours are part of the agreement.

Paperback and other rights usually occur.

WRONGDOERS, Page D

ENJOYING A DOWNEAST FEAST — Harrison Recreation recently hosted a trip for 52 senior adults to Boothbay Harbor for shopping and sightseeing along with a scenic and relaxing tour of beautiful Boothbay Harbor aboard the Bennie Alice. The group then traveled to Cabbage Island in Linekin Bay for an authentic Downeast Clambake. Pictured here are Arlin Bigelow, Peggy Mills, Barbara Spurr, Donna Hurd, Mary Woodbury and Peter Woodbury enjoying the Downeast Feast.

And the dock glides out to meet us

In a misty drizzle the color of an old man’s beard, the boat skims north up the lake, the two-stroke outboard straining, the aluminum hull skipping across a light chop and banging like a wind chime made from old metal garbage can lids.

I’m young and small, hunched into a ball in the bow, the hood of my yellow raincoat pulled down over my forehead, damp knees knocking, sneakers resting on the jumbled pile of anchor chain, wet hands gripping the worn edge of the old wooden seat. When I pick my face up into the wind, the droplets pinprick my cheeks and I clench my eyes and duck back down. Looking backward, out of the wind, I smile as I watch my father sitting tall and resolute on the stern seat, his left hand gripping the outboard’s tiller, staring straight ahead

Views from the Uppermost House

by S. Peter Lewis News Columnist

as if this were the sunniest of summer

days.

Turning back down again into my damp, cramped, huddled little world, the raindrops sliding down my hood and splashing all around me, I think that my father must be the biggest, strongest, bravest man in the world.

A mile farther on, having never dared to look again into

the stinging mist, I feel the boat tip and turn to port as we enter the shelter of the dark cove. The whine of the outboard drops in octaves, lower and lower, to a murmur, then coughs twice and the world goes silent, save for the sizzle of the mist peppering the lake — the sound of bacon frying far off.

Looking up, I see our cabin tucked under the fragrant boughs of the balsams, and the needled path that leads between the dripping ferns down to the dock. For a moment, it seems as if my father, our boat, and me, are all fixed in place, and

that the cabin and the trees and the path and the ferns and the dock are all gliding toward us across the black skin of the lake. When you’re six, it seems as if such things can be so.

The gunwale of the boat and the side of the dock now merge, sliding on parallel tracks just an inch apart, ever slowing until the last possible moment when my father reaches out, the brass catch in his wet fingers, and clips the brass ring with a crisp, metallic click.

Seconds later, we hear the click come back to us, softer now as it echoes off the grey silhouette of the far shore.

The boat rocks hard as my father jumps up onto the dock and I hear his footsteps on the damp wood and then I see his boots pointing at me, and a moment later, I feel his big hands in my armpits, lifting me from my seat, swooping me through the air, planting me DOCK, Page D

Friday Night Only September 9th • 4-9 p.m.

PIZZA PARTY at The Crazy Stallion Pizza Pie Factory located inside The Umbrella Factory celebrating our 1st Anniversary

Voted 2nd best pizza in the Lake Region Area by the people who read The Lake Region Weekly’s “Best of the Best”

Friday Night Special 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Brick Oven Sliced & Whole Pizza Buy one slice of pizza and receive one slice FREE (same kind) plus $2.00 OFF Any Whole Pizza Waiting time might be a little longer than normal, our pizza is worth the wait, more information to come in The Bridgton News September 8th, 2011 issue.

Friday Pizza Sales 10% Off All Pizza Sales will be donated to Project Graduation Class of 2011

by The Umbrella Factory David & Gail Allenson

Opinions business of the County government either by its charter, by requirement or, in my opinion, by priority. Let the “Cumberland County Recreational Center” government stand on its own merits, separate from the County’s, and either succeed or fail with its Civic Center issue according to the direct wishes of its citizens who it taxes.

Join me in addressing these issues and vote “No” on the County’s proposed $33 million “gift.”

Steve Gorden North Yarmouth

Letters to the editor Salmon Point

Town budget

THREE-TON MARK — Two lucky blueberry pickers from Bridgton brought the total weight of berries picked at Crabtree’s Blueberries in Sebago to three tons last Tuesday, Aug. 23. Corin Meehan (left) and Mary Whitworth are shown with their three-ton certificate and Colby the official blueberry greeter dog.

to tax its citizens and bond $33 million as a “gift” for the Cumberland County Recreational Center government? What? A County “gift” to another government? Yes, and there is no requirement to pay the interest or even the principle back. Short answer: your County government does not have a formalized process to prioritize its capital expenditures. There is no public process. There is no debate. What exists is poor or no transparency yielding less public accountability.

In contrast, your “Recreational Center” government is specifically chartered with the authority to renovate your Civic Center located in Portland and bond for those required funds by the permission of the citizenry of Cumberland County.

Confused? I don’t wonder why we, the County’s citizens, are having trouble making an informed decision.

To The Editor: In my opinion, this Why on earth would our Cumberland County governCumberland County government ever feel compelled ment “gifting” is the result of

Recreational Center

Summer Hours

FREE DELIVERY

M–Fri 7–5:00 Sat 8–1 P.M. Closed Sunday

“We can’t list everything we have but we can get anything you need!

us, citizens, having two conflicted governments that are not dealing with one another at arms’ length. The Recreational Center government has recognized that it cannot accomplish its chartered goals and thus has turned to County government for an unencumbered capital infusion of $33 million.

The County has no chartered requirement to do so; thus, we must assume it is a “gift” since the County shall receive no Recreational Center reimbursement and will tax the County citizens to obtain the payment revenue.

On the other hand, if our County government now feels “compelled” to tax the County’s households and gift $33 million dollars “in the best interest of our local economy, communities and citizens,” what other capital projects might it have considered giving priority? Where would the Civic Center renovation’s “gift” rank against the capital funding of all the: (a) fire trucks to be purchased in the County for the next 10 to 15 years, (b) EMT vehicles (c) or school buses? I know what my choices would be, if we “felt compelled” to tax and gift at the County level.

Recreational Center government funding is not the

To The Editor: Tax bills for the 2011-12 Bridgton town budget have been issued. To minimize a significant increase in them, expenditures for many town services have been reduced.

The cuts have been particularly hard felt in civic, social and recreational budget items.

Salmon Point Campground and its public beach is a town asset. Its playgrounds, white sand, access to boat ramp and stunning views of Long Lake provide a heaven for the public and campers alike. The campground has 51 sites — 14 lakefront, 20 lagoon and 17 non-water sites. All lakefront and lagoon sites allow the construction of docks, which can facilitate boats 16 feet in length or greater.

The campground fees differ based on location, but average $1,833 for a seasonal rental of 24 weeks. A boat fee of $250 may be charged. This seasonal town-run nonprofit campground competes with four nearby for-profit campgrounds offering weekly and seasonal sites. The three larger campgrounds have an average seasonal fee for mostly non-waterfront sites of $2,983.

A fee of approximately $750 may be charged as a boat fee and for a provided dock.

In comparison for Salmon Point, the town is charging a fee that is 62% of that levied by the for-profit campgrounds. The question must be asked why eight residents of Bridgton and 43 seasonal campers from away, who are enjoying the beauty of the Salmon Point campground for pleasure and not need, are receiving this huge discount.

This benefit is being provided while taxes increase and services are reduced to Bridgton citizens.

Selectmen set the Salmon Point fees. For whatever reason, the past norm has been small increases. This year, there are three recommended fee modifications. As usual, Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz has proposed an increase in next year’s fees. His recommenda-

HOURS: Mon-Thurs 7-4 Garry and Gloria Allen, owners Cor. Smith Ave. & Ballard St. Bus. 207-647-2511 Bridgton Home 207-647-5704

SALES, SERVICE INSTALLATION Raymond, ME 627-2260

Monitor, Toyotomi & Rinnai Call Now for Summer Savings on Service & Installations

, Owner 207-595-4606

cebannon@yahoo.com

TF31

Radon Levels in this area are elevated.

Have your home tested today!

Locally Owned – Visit us to plan your next Green Building project.

Center Conway, NH

Residential Radon Testing & Mitigation

603.447.3800

The Bridgton News

Jim Cunniff Denmark, Maine NEHA/NRPP Certified Licensed Master Electrician

207-452-TEST (8378)

n o i s t r k e c t i a m u c Constru Q 207-935-1665

Affordable Prices

at the lowest prices!

Locally Grown and Harvested Premium Wood Products

Radon Rangers, Inc.

New Construction & Repairs All Types of Roofing & Siding Interior Remodeling 10T28

Our business is “picking up”

TF (8T26X)

91 HOME RUN ROAD BRIDGTON, ME 04009

Known Fact:

TF37

STATE INSPECTIONS

Holiday Deadlines DISPLAY ADVERTISING

Thursday, Sept. 1st at 4 p.m.

CLASSIFIED LINE ADS

Tuesday, September 6th at 9:30 a.m.

EDITORIAL COPY

Tuesday, September 6th at 9:30 a.m.

6T30X

207-647-9515

Authorized Dealer

Serving the Bridgton Area

lumber and flooring products

OFFICE:

MONITOR

have consequences. For those with a public conscience, there are more sensible choices. Read the books from our libraries or boycott Books By Crooks!

Peter Bollen is a resident of Bridgton. He prevailed in a First Amendment lawsuit in the Supreme Court against the Justice Department in 1995 after federal employees were banned from freelance writing.

Quality

ERIC O’CONNELL

LAKE REGION

(Continued from Page D) My book-selling friends might cringe at this movement of boycotting these type of books, but isn’t likely to harm the business. There’ll always be partisans and sympathizers who eagerly support these figures. Any unsold books will be saleable in the Remainder shelves. For those who feel these accounts of mea culpas are a useful historic perspective, the sensible thing is to go to the library. The First Amendment is satisfied and the discerning reader who has problems with the sinner, gets to read the author’s story. It may even be a useful thing for all considered.

The public personal and commercial personal support of those who’ve committed crimes against the public is a strange and unique part of our capitalist system. Our choices

Wrongdoers

Think Outside the Big Box! Think Home Grown Lumber!

5T35

EXCAVATORS • SKID STEERS BULLDOZERS • MAN LIFTS & MORE

TF15

for the Salmon Point campers to the detriment of Bridgton citizens? Should they not be paying a fair share by incurring fees comparable to those of for-profit campgrounds?

The final recommendation was by the Community Development Committee (CDC), of which I am a member, has recommended a oneyear fee increase plan. The CDC has done so because it feels that the complete business model of the campground needs to be reviewed over the next year before a multi-year plan is adopted.

The CDC’s one-year plan, recommended to the selectmen, has an average increase per campsite of $776 or a total increase in seasonal fees of $40,843. This recommendation would cause the seasonal fees to be 88% to 99% of comparable fees depending upon what campsite type location is compared. The CDC also recommended that the boat fee remain and be charged on all boats present that are 16 feet or greater in size. The town manager projections only show past fees on 16 boats.

Insuring fee collection on all boats will increase boat fees by a minimum of $3,500.

Additionally, the CDC recommended that the cuts in civic, social and recreational town budget items be restored for the next five years using these new annual revenues of at least $40,843 from Salmon Point. Any revenue in excess of the restored services would go to the general fund to reduce real estate taxes.

A community through its town government collectively works to provide common needed services. As members of a community, whether seasonal or annual, all must pay their fair share for those services and benefits. Campers at Salmon Point receive a special benefit through the services LETTERS, Page D

TF12

To The Editor: I am writing this not as any member of a committee, group or board, but as a resident and taxpayer of Bridgton.

At the last meeting of the board of selectmen, I happen to agree with a statement made by Selectman Woody Woodward that a nonprofit entity has advantages over a profit-making business. This was in reference to the fee schedule at Salmon Point, which is owned by the Town of Bridgton. In addition to this, the present fees, at this facility, are much lower than any of the campgrounds in this area. One has to ask is this fair?

The town manger has given future fiscal projections, which appear there will be shortfalls, and the town budget for this present fiscal year saw many cuts to social, recreation and department programs. We have all received our tax bills for the year, and there was an increase.

The question before selectmen is “should the fees at Salmon Point be reviewed for possible increase, decrease, etc.” Another question before this body is, “Should we look toward a self-sustaining program or look toward more of a business model?” These are good questions, but is the answer a lot simpler — the town needs revenue, just look at some of the above-stated facts.

My feeling is that the town can run this, but they should within reason try to maximize the income potential and run this entity as a business coming more in line with local rates. When next year rolls around and we are asked for a tax increase and this endeavor has not been maximized, is this fair?

I feel we have a gold mine in Salmon Point, but we are receiving silver prices as payment for its use.

Mike Tarantino Bridgton

tion is 7.2% on average or a total increase in seasonal fees of $7,319. At a selectmen’s meeting, he has also recommended eliminating the $250 boat fee. Berkowitz’s projections reflect fees for 16 boats.

An on-site inspection disclosed 30 docks or moorings all containing boats 16 feet in length or greater, except for five empty moorings (gone fishing). Eliminating the boat fees using the projected number of 16 or the actual observed number of 30 boats would cause an estimated loss in boat fees of $4,000 or $7,500, respectfully. This loss of boat fees netted against the additional seasonal campsite fee income would cause a net increase next year campground income of $3,319 when using a count of 16 boats and net loss of campground revenue of $181 using the actual count of 30 boats. It should be noted that when the projected revenues in the third year, 2014, of his recommendations are compared to the past year, 2011, the projected increase in that third year is only $21,871 and this does not take into account the loss of boat fee.

Paul Hoyt, who has had a lakefront Salmon Point campsite for many years, has recommended increases of 4.2% next year or $4,272 in total dollars and apparently has agreed with the elimination of the boat fees. Assuming a loss of boat fees of $7,500 on the 30 observed boats, the town will have a reduction in the town’s campground revenue of $3,228. It should be noted that when the projected revenues in the third year, 2014, of his recommendations are compared to the past year, 2011, the projected increase in that third year is only $12,643 and this does not take into account the loss of boat fees.

In a time of increasing taxes and reduced services, why is Mr. Hoyt reducing the total fees

1st/3rd iss. of month

Page D, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Quality Workmanship

We will be CLOSED Monday, September 5th, in observance of Labor Day.

1T35

Opinions

Letters

(Continued from Page D) and facilities of the campground, adjacent public beach, playground and boat ramp.

They are not a special entitlement group. They should be charged and pay a fair fee.

This is their contribution to Bridgton.

Please attend the selectmen meeting at 6 p.m. on Sept. 13 to express your support for fairness and the restoration of town services.

Charles Renneker Bridgton

Surprise party

To The Editor: I was recently honored on my 90th birthday with a surprise party given by my daughter and her husband, Susan and John Drake, and my son, Thomas Moran, at the Bridgton Community Center.

Under pretext, my friend, Carmen Lone, had me enter the building. Opening the door, I saw about 70 people standing around. I thought I had interrupted a meeting. Glancing to my right, I saw my best friend and her husband from Marco Island, Fla., my sister and her two daughters and granddaughter from Arlington, Va., and my niece and her husband from Richmond, Va. I was speechless! I couldn’t believe my eyes.

Later when I mentioned to a friend that I planned on writing a “thank you” to each one, she said to write a letter to The Bridgton News instead.

So, here it is.

My heartfelt “thank you” to each of you who helped me

celebrate my 90th by attending my party or sending beautiful cards or gifting me with a lobster roll lunch, cat picture frames, note cards, homemade cookies, donations to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, flowers planted in my church’s garden and lovely flower arrangements.

My daughter worked three months planning the party.

How everyone kept it a secret was amazing!

The highlight of the afternoon was when State Representative Paul Waterhouse presented me with a certificate from the State of Maine for my community service. I also was given a letter from Gov. Paul LePage congratulating me on my birthday. What a humbling experience! No wonder I love my adopted State of Maine.

On leaving the party, one guest said, “Let’s do this again in 10 years,” and I said, “Sure!”

I’ll see you in 10 years!

Ginnie Moran Bridgton

Arts & Artisans Fair

To The Editor: A dedicated group of volunteers, under the direction of Irene St. Germain, came together to host another successful Arts & Artisans Fair at the New Suncook School on Saturday, Aug. 20. Proceeds from the fair benefit the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell.

Andy Feld led a crew to assist the vendors in setting up and tearing down. Al St. Germain was a constant helpful presence during the day.

Dave Powers worked a long day providing assistance where needed.

LETTERS, Page D

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

Protecting a piece of Maine life

I used to live just up the hill from the North Haven post office, close enough to hear its screen door slap with the coming and going of my neighbors.

Living on an island with only 400 full-time residents gives you a good sense of how important the post office is to a rural Maine community. As the owner of a mail-order knitting design business, it provided a critical link between my customers and me. It has been the source for a number of things you can’t find in our tiny stores.

Just as importantly, it is part of the fabric of our little community; there is no better place to get “the news” than standing in line at the post office.

Many rural Maine towns aren’t on islands, but I think they share a lot in common. Even today, there are places in Maine where high-speed Internet and cell phone signals don’t reach, and the tip of a long coastal peninsula can certainly feel like being on an island. For these tight-knit corners of Maine, the local post office remains a critical piece of life, commerce, and community.

That’s why I’m so disappointed that the U.S. Postal Service is considering many Maine post offices for closure — 34 in all.

In the part of Maine I represent, they include Augusta, Bowdoin, Chamberlain in Bristol, Cliff

Views from Congress

by Chellie Pingree United States Congressman

Island, East Parsonsfield, East Vassalboro, Matinicus Island, Sebasco Estates in Phippsburg, Trevett in Boothbay Harbor and Station A in Portland.

There’s no doubt that the Postal Service has to do something to address serious fiscal problems. But its current proposals — including breaking its labor contracts with postal employees and closing small post offices like the ones here in Maine — aren’t the way to go.

They unduly impact too many people and only weaken the Postal Service for the future.

Along with over 180 of my colleagues in the House, I’m co-sponsoring legislation to help the Postal Service recoup huge overpayments to its pension account. Studies estimate that this is between $50 and $75 billion. This would go a lot further than closing small post offices — many with only one or two employees — and wouldn’t cut off the revenues these facilities bring in.

Having a post office in your

The Municipal Officers of the Town of Bridgton will hold a Public Hearing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Municipal Building located at 3 Chase Street, in Bridgton, to accept oral and written comments on a proposed “Victualer License Ordinance.”

PLANNING BOARD The Naples Planning Board will meet on September 6th, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the Municipal Offices located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: An application for an Outdoor Entertainment Permit Application for property located at 639 Roosevelt Trail and shown on Naples Tax Map U02, Lot 22, submitted by The Umbrella Factory.

2T34 Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES

All interested individuals are encouraged to attend.

Request For Snowplowing Bids The Town of Naples is seeking bids from qualified contractors for the winter plowing, sanding and salting of Town roads and parking lots locations.

Interested parties may obtain a bid package from the Town of Naples Municipal Offices after August 25, 2011, during regular business hours, via mail at Town of Naples, PO Box 1757, Naples, ME 04055, or on the town website at www.townofnaples.org and look for the bid tab on the left of the main page, which will bring you to the documents, or via fax 207-693-3667. All bids are due by September 16, 2011.

The Selectboard will review the bids at their next meeting after the due date. The Town reserves the right to accept and/or reject any and all bids.

2T34

Derik Goodine, Naples Town Manager Public Notice

TOWN OF NAPLES Request For Contractors The Town of Naples is looking for contractors and/or excavators interested in being considered for Road Maintenance and Reconstruction work in the Town of Naples. Interested Contractors and Excavators should email or send information on what type of work they would be interested in, as well as any fixed hourly rates and equipment lists that they may have. Examples of work that may need to be done includes but is not limited to: driveway and cross culvert replacement; culvert cleaning, clearing, and flushing; ditching; and minor and major road maintenance and reconstruction. The Town expects interested companies to realize that much of the work that needs to be done is of an emergency nature, and requires contractors to drop what they are doing elsewhere in order to address the Town’s needs. Sometimes this work must be done with limited notice and in the middle of the night.

Utilization of Best Management Practices for Erosion Control shall be followed at all times as well as following Dig Safe rules when applicable. Please include at least three references of work performed in the recent past as well as any areas of expertise that you think would be of value to the Town of Naples. All interested parties must also carry Liability and Property insurance as well as workers comp, etc.

Please email information to: townmanager@townofnaples.org, or mail or deliver it to Town of Naples, Attn: Town Manager, PO BOX 1757, 15 Village Green Lane, Naples ME 04055.

Derik Goodine 2T34 Naples Town Manager/Road Commissioner

s/Mary M. Tremblay, Secretary Harrison Planning Board

2T35

s/Mary M. Tremblay Administrative Secretary Town of Harrison

The Municipal Officers of the Town of Bridgton will hold a Public Hearing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Municipal Building located at 3 Chase Street, in Bridgton to accept oral and written comments on the proposed “Traffic Ordinance” amendment to create a no parking zone along a section of Depot St. on the easterly side behind the Renys Store by the Corn Shop Brook.

1T35

Skyview Estates Association is looking for bids for snowplowing and sanding of Skyview Estates road, located on Route 35 in Harrison, for the 2011–2012 winter season.

Email Rick Pinciaro at r.pinciaro@verizon.net or call him at (978) 265-3676 for bid specifications.

2T35X

CASCO/NAPLES BULKY WASTE Casco/Naples Transfer Station

TOWN OF RAYMOND Raymond Broadcast Studio, 423 Webbs Mills Road

TOWN OFFICE HOURS CHANGING Beginning September 13, 2011 Sunday and Monday CLOSED Tuesday open 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday open 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday open 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday open 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday CLOSED From May 15, 2012 until September 11, 2012 Sunday and Monday CLOSED Tuesday open 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday open 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday open 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday open 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday open 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

A Site Walk will be performed prior to the meeting.

ACCEPTING BIDS

The Harrison Planning Board will meet on September 7, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Office Meeting Room to hear a proposed Site Plan Review Application submitted by Bob and Lori Bissonnette to convert a section of barn for gun shop. Located at 34 Haskell Hill Road, Tax Map 30, Lot 9, Harrison.

2T34

The meeting will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Harrison Town Office meeting room.

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice of Public Hearing

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF NAPLES

The Harrison Appeals Board will be reviewing a Variance Application submitted by William Boos of 8 Depot Street, Harrison, Map 45 Lot 102, regarding a Dimensional Variance.

3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF BRIDGTON

TOWN OF BRIDGTON

1T35

LATEST DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT1T30 ROUTE 302, NAPLES 207-693-3158

town isn’t an amenity. It’s a critical piece of infrastructure. Just like roads, bridges, or telephone poles, you shouldn’t have to do without one because you live in a small community. In fact, we should recognize that post offices are especially critical for our small communities because of their size and location.

These closures would affect a lot of people who live in places with few options other than the local P.O. Small business owners need a place to ship their products and access supplies. Seniors can’t afford

to drive to the next town to get their prescription packages.

Small Main Streets don’t need another shuttered storefront. In this down economy, the last thing we should do is allow more of our infrastructure — and communities — to weaken and crumble.

The Postal Regulatory Commission is currently taking public comments on these proposed closures. I hope you’ll join me in telling the Postal Service about the importance of local post offices to Maine communities. To submit a comment online, go to https://www.prc. gov/prc-pages/filing-online/ login.aspx Local food pantries in critical need In case you hadn’t heard, I wanted to make sure you knew that local food pantries are struggling right now to get enough food to serve their cliMAINE LIFE, Page D

CASCO/NAPLES BULKY WASTE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY. THE TRANSFER STATION WILL REMAIN OPEN.

1T35

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF CASCO 2T35

TOWN OF RAYMOND Raymond Broadcast Studio, 423 Webbs Mills Road

BUDGET/FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER NEEDED The Raymond Board of Selectmen is looking for a candidate for a 3-year position on the Budget/Finance Committee. This Committee reviews all budgetary items which will come before the Board of Selectmen in preparing for the Annual Town Meeting. The Budget/Finance Committee would also oversee any changes to the town’s financial status regarding major expenditures and/or receipts including any investigation of bonds, notes or other types of credit. More information is available from Don Willard, Town Manager [don.willard@raymondmaine.org], or Rolf Olsen [rolsen001@maine.rr.com], Budget/Finance Committee Chairman.

Please forward your interest through the volunteer portion of the Raymond website [www.raymondmaine.org] or by calling Town Clerk Louise Lester at 655-4742 ext. 21 or louise.lester@raymondmaine.org 1T35

TOWN OF RAYMOND Broadcasting Studio 423 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond Maine 04071

PLANNING BOARD Public Hearing Wednesday, September 14, 2011 7:00 P.M. You are hereby notified that the Raymond Planning Board will hold a public hearing at the Raymond Broadcasting Studio on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. to hear information on the following application: Meyer Realty Investments, Inc., 1263 Roosevelt Trail, Map 053, Lot 004A Reason: Site Plan Review for building expansion off existing construction.

Copies of submitted applications are available at the Town Office during regular business hours.

2T35

Casco Memorial School Open House The Town of Casco Selectboard is offering the following dates for open house at the Casco Memorial School on Poland Spring Road for public inspection: Tuesday, Aug. 30th, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 1st, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 3rd, 10 – 11 a.m.

Saturday, Sept. 3rd, 2 – 3 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 5th, 3 – 4:30 p.m.

For questions or comments: Town Manager, David Morton at 627-4515 ext 201 or at manager@cascomaine.org

2T34

PUBLIC NOTICE

Agenda

Casco Planning Board September 12, 2011 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M.

1. Approve Minutes of April 11, 2011 2. Camp Sunshine has submitted an application for a Zone Change for Map 23, Lot 39 known as 51 Acadia Road from Residential to Commercial/Resort Commercial Overlay/Limited Recreational Residential. Said property is currently owned by Gary Gordon and is under contract to Camp Sunshine.

3. Kettle Cove Owners Association has filed an application for Amendment to an approved Subdivision. Said amendment would permit motorized vehicle use of the walking path. The property affected is known as Map 2, Lot 21-3 and is located in a Resource Protection Zone.

4. Point Sebago Enterprises, Inc. has requested a discussion session with the Board regarding possible amendments to the Contract Zoning Agreements between Point Sebago and the Town of Casco.

5. Other business.

2T35

Classifieds

Page D, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Classified advertising is sold in this space at the rate of $3.50 for 20 words or less and 15¢ a word over 20. All ads are payable in advance.

Repeats are charged at the same rate as new ads. Ads taken over the phone must be called in by Monday with payment arriving by Tuesday. A charge of $1.00 per week extra is made for the use of a box number if requested. A Charge of $1.00 per classified is made if billing is necessary. Cards of Thanks and In Memoriams are charged at the same rate as classified ads. Poetry is charged by the inch.

Classified display is sold at $6.25 per column inch. Classified advertisers must furnish written copy.

The Bridgton News assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements other than to reprint that part of any advertisement in which a typographical error occurs. Advertisers will please notify the business office promptly of any errors that may occur, phone 207-647-2851.

BRIDGTON HOMEOWNER — seeks part-time helper for maintenance and improvement projects.

Work includes landscaping, digging, painting, light carpentry, cleaning, labor etc. Must be hardworking, clean and reliable. Flexible schedule. Please call or text: 207-286-5876.

2t35x

WORK WANTED

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

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. 207577-1940.

5t32x

FOR SALE

$5 FOR TATTERED – U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x 5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339. tf46

FIRE­ARMS – Sup­plies. Buy, sell, trade. Wan­ted, firearms, ammunition & mili­tary items. Swe­den Trad­ing Post. 207-647-8163. tf43 SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL — Logger and heat with carbon neutral wood or wood pellets. Purchase a Central Boiler outdoor wood furnace on sale, EPA qualified to 97% efficient.

603-447-2282.

13t27x

HILLTOP FIREWOOD — Seasoned, $220 cord delivered. Call for details, 890-9300. tf20 PLEASE CONSIDER – donating your leftover garage sale items and your attic, basement and closet overflow to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. For more information, call 935-4358 ext.

21. Thank you. tf28

GOT’CHA COVERED PAINTING — Interior, exterior, power-washing, deck staining. Superior service at affordable rates. Fully insured. Free estimates. FIREWOOD — Seasoned hardwood, Call Kevin 693-3684.

6t31x split and delivered. $225 cord. Call Charlie 408-6660.

4t35x EXPERIENCED NANNY — 24-yearDiscriminatory Advertising old available Saturday through Tuesday, WINDSURF BOARD — sail under the Fair Housing Act comfortable with babies and active chil- included $100. Phone 647-2608.

1t35x The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. dren. References available. $10 per hour, 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or negotiable. Can start beginning of Sep- USED COMPUTERS — for sale: publish, or cause to be made, printed, or tember. Call 504-258-0757.

10t28x Windows XP and antivirus on them. published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of SEMI-RETIRED — contractor look- Includes keyboard and mouse. You a dwelling that indicates any preference, limiing for electrical and plumbing work. only need monitor. Call 207-809tation, or discrimination based on race, color, 2t34x Please call 647-8026. tf25 5456. religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any DOG TRAINING — at your home. SCREENED LOAM — Please call such preference, limitation or discrimination.

Certified trainer specializing in obedi- Ron between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at 64724t16x ence and problem-solving of all breeds 5173. and ages. Guaranteed. Call Kevin 693WANTED TO BUY 3684.

6t33x FIREARMS, MILITARY ITEMS DAY CARE — and ammunition, Swe­den Trad­ing & tf43 ABC ACADEMY NURSERY Post. 207-647-8163.

— School has opening for this school VEHI­CLES FOR SALE year in the 3-year-old pre-school class.

Part of the Chalmers Group 1999 FORD F-150 XLT — 4 WD XTuesday & Thursdays, 9-noon, $95 per 100 Main Street, month. Your child will have tons of fun cab, AC, keyless entry, power windows, Bridgton, ME 04009 while developing basic fundamentals bedliner, Tonneau cover. Needs some and working on academics that will be body work. 173,500 miles, sticker Phone: 207-647-3311 beneficial when starting kindergarten. good until October, $3,750. Call after 3t33x Fax: 207-647-3003 Excellent references. FMI call Sandy at 7 p.m. Rick 452-2977.

647-3040 or 807-0122.

2t35 www.chalmers-ins.com 1996 BUICK ROADMASTER — BEFORE AND AFTER — School Frame needs work otherwise in good BN 35 Program located intown Bridgton cur- condition. Only 86,000 miles. $1,900 rently has full- and part-time openings OBO. Call 207-935-2502, leave HELP WANTED 2t35 for ages 5-10. Reasonable rates, meals message. and snacks included.

I have my associOPPORTUNITY FOR PERSON — with common sense and me- ates degree in education, family child chanical aptitude. Send resume to: care license, and 180-plus hours in early PO Box 310, Fryeburg, ME 04037. childhood developmental trainings. For

2t35 more information call 595-5209. 6t30

CHALMERS INSURANCE

REAL ESTATE

VEHICLES FOR SALE

JESUS IS LORD – new and used auto parts. National locator. Most parts 2 days. Good used cars. Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477.

tf30

FOR RENT

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 FOR RENT views and Kezar Lake access. No BRIDGTON – 1, 2, and 3-bedroom pets/ no smoking. 1 year lease/first apartments. $550-$675 mo. plus and security deposit/reference check 5t35x references and security. JPD required. (207) 925-6586.

Properties, 310-0693. tf2 APT. ON 302 RAYMOND — Large BRIDGTON — Furnished 1- 4-bedroom, 2-bath apartment, $1,500 bedroom apartment. Heat & utilities month heat included. Call 563-8399.

4t33 included. $200 per week plus security Ask for JoAnne. deposit. Call 647-3565. tf38 NAPLES — Adorable totally COMMERCIAL BUILDING — remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath yearSouth High Street location available. round cottage. Furnished and tastefully New, attractive 1,600 square foot decorated. Included are 2 full beds, space. Energy efficient, gas heat & A/ screened porch, large yard with fire C. Great signage and parking. $1,450 pit, washer and dryer, all appliances. per month. Call 207-890-9192. tf24 Conveniently located directly beside newly expanded town beach. $800 BRIDGTON — 4-bedroom, 2-¾ per month plus utilities. Security baths and 1-½ bath, spiral staircase, and references required. Sorry, no great yard, many great features. pets. 207-632-2682 - Available Sept.BRIDGTON: Three 2-bedroom April.

4t32x apartments, great space (different DOWNTOWN BRIDGTON areas of Bridgton). All rents need application and security deposit and — Ground floor 2-bedroom in quiet first month rent when approved. neighborhood. One block to beach, Call Ralph at Lake Country Property walking distance to midwifery school, Rentals (207) 647-8093. Have clients hospital, downtown businesses and for renting, need owners for homes or theater. $750 plus utilities. On-site apartments. 3, 2 and 1-bedroom units coin laundry. Call 358-0808. tf34 needed. tf30 BRIDGTON — 16 S. High St. 1BRIDGTON — New home, lots of bedroom apartment in clean, safe, upgrades. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, w/ quiet, historic building. Non-smoking, garage. Private street. $1,150 month no pets. $600 a month. Includes heat, plus utilities. References required plus hot water, rubbish removal, plowing, first and last or rent to own. Call 647- off-street parking. Coin-op laundry on 5963. tf32 site. First, last and security requested.

References checked. Available Sept.

BRIDGTON — 16 S. High St. 1. Please call 647-2645. tf32 efficiency apartment in clean, safe, BRIDGTON — Walk to downtown. quiet, historic building. Non-smoking, no pets. $500 a month. Includes heat, Close to elementary school. 6 rooms hot water, rubbish removal, plowing, newly-renovated, 3 bedrooms, 1 off-street parking. Coin-op laundry on bath. Large private yard, appliances, site. First, last and security requested. washer-dryer included. First month References checked. Available Sept. rent, security deposit & references.

1. Please call 647-2645. tf32 $800 per month plus utilities. 207452-2585. tf33 BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom large very sunny apartment. Hardwood CASCO — Completely furnished floor, dishwasher, laundry room, off- rooms, heat, lights & cable TV street parking, rubbish removal, large included. $110 weekly. No pets. Call yard and deck. $725, security deposit cell, 207-650-3529, home 207-627tf33 required. Avesta Housing Section 8 1006. welcome. 1-207-625-8812. 3t34x BRIDGTON — 2 remodeled first and second floor 1-bedroom apartments at Lakeview Suites. New ¾-bath.

Includes basic cable and wireless Internet. Furnished option*. Perfect for single or professional couple. Across from Highland Lake. $650 month* plus utilities, first, last and security.

Non-smokers, no pets. Available Sept.

1st. Call Rick at Lakeview Suites 207423-3281 to inquire further. tf30

FIELD MOWING

Call Wayne Cadman for a free estimate

GOOD NEIGHBORS, INC.

647-5453 or 647-5945

LOOKING FOR A FEW GREAT PEOPLE

3T33CD

Good Neighbors, Inc. is taking applications for a few great people to join our TEAM of Direct Support Professionals in providing supports to adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Currently, we have fulltime, part time and substitute hours available. The job entails working directly with people in a variety of daily living and community situations. To qualify, you must be over the age of 18, have a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or G.E.D. Applications must be received no later than September 13th to be considered for our September 21st–23rd Orientation. Some weekend and evening hours are expected. Competitive benefits.

Buying and Offering US Coins Gold & Silver Bullion

Residential / Commercial Repairs – New Ceilings 23 Years Experience Free estimates

TFCD51

TFCD

Please call in advance for more information, 647-8244, ext. 15 or stop by our 119 Sandy Creek Rd., Bridgton location to pick up an application. Mon. – Fri. between the hours of 9 A.M. and 3 P.M. EOE

Wallboard Specialist

142 Main Street Conway, NH 603-447-3611 Metal Detectors

2T35CD

LAKE REGION SCHOOL DISTRICT SEASONAL GROUNDSKEEPER INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD CALL 647-3048 X 525 TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION. DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2011 EOE

Current RN license in the state of Maine, 1–2 years of recent med/surg nursing experience, a valid Maine driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current CPR Certification (Healthcare Provider) are all required. Will be part of the holiday and weekend rotations.

If you are interested please stop by Bridgton for an application or request one at ahch.org Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

FREE ESTIMATES Joe Edwards

583-6697 1T35CD

BRIDGTON — Apartment on Main Street. Kitchen, living room, full bath, bedroom & back deck. Available first week Sept. May view by appointment.

Call 647-5367.

1t35x

LAKELAND, FLORIDA HOUSE — Furnished, sleeps 4-6, $1,000 monthly.

Electricity, water furnished. Security deposit required, seasonal or monthly, halfway between Tampa and Orlando.

Call 1-863-874-4211.

2t34x NAPLES — Long Lake Condo, 2½ bedrooms, 1½ baths with washer/dryer, beach & tennis courts. Walking distance to town on Route 35. $800 month plus utilities. No pets. No smoking.

Furnished or unfurnished. Call 617448-0693.

1t35x

BRIDGTON — 3-bedroom home, private location, bathroom in master bedroom downstairs, full bath, decks, plenty of room. $800 a month, first and last month deposit, references. Call Stephanie for more information (207) 485-6559. tf34 NAPLES BRANDY POND — 2bedroom furnished home, central heat by oil, large private yard, plowing included. Available September-April.

No pets. $600 monthly plus utilities.

Security deposit and references required.

Call 693-3338 or cell 207-653-6336.

2t35

FURNISHED — well-appointed and maintained 3-bedroom house on a sandy beach cove on Sebago Lake’s west shore. 45 minutes from Portland.

New well-insulated 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 queen-sized bed, two other bedrooms with twins. Bathroom has shower tub that is great for bathing toddlers. Cable TV and wireless hispeed 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 INTOWN — Third floor efficiency. Neat, clean, bright & sunny.

No smoking or pets. $500, includes heat, hot water, snow & trash removal.

First, last & security. 647-9090. tf19

BRIDGTON — 1850s renovated farmhouse. Four bedrooms, open kitchen w/cathedral ceiling, 2 woodburning stoves, 2 decks, attached barn. $895 month. Call 978-387-6640.

tf20

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

BRIDGTON — Beaver Creek Farm Road, 3 acres, black top road with electricity, site cleared with driveway.

View of Mt. Washington and other mountains. $33,000. 583-6695. tf23

1989 PARK MODEL 38’-X-10’ — with 2 slide-outs, 2 bedrooms + attached 26’-x-12’ addition. Addition needs finishing. Nice lot #41 in Sebago Crooked River Campground, Casco.

Great camp near Sebago State Park. $5,000 or B/O. 627-1097. Owner financing with down payment. 2t34x

1T35CD

ON CREAMERY STREET A PRIORITY ENVELOPE CONTAINING B&SR TIMETABLES. REWARD. CALL 807-4473

1t35cd

DELIVERY AVAILABLE!

ANTIQUES • USED FURNITURE

• Huge Selection of Costume Jewelry and Beads • Vintage Clothing • Sports Cards DRYING • Large Selection of Comic Books RACKS • Nice Assortment of 5 Sizes Antique Showcases – all different sizes, a few modern & towers

Open Daily 10am to 5pm or by appt. • 207-693-6550 679 Roosevelt Trail, Naples, ME 04055 (next to Naples Shopping Center)

1T35CD

TFCD21

15 Strawberry Avenue Lewiston, ME 04240 1-800-482-7412 or 795-9416

STUMP GRINDER

SEPT. 9, 2-BDRM TOWNHOUSE — apartment. Heat, water, and trash removal included. $775. 1st, last and security deposit. Laundry hookup. No pets. Intown. Call 647-2544. tf35

LOST 8/18

40 HOURS PER WEEK APRIL 1ST – NOVEMBER 30TH

AHCH has a 24-hour opening for a staff RN to work out of the Bridgton office.

W. BALDWIN 2 BDRM HOUSE — Carpeted, 2 baths, small loft, washer/ dryer/dishwasher. No smoking, no pets. Quiet location $790 month. 7872121.

5t35x

FOR RENT

Paying TOP DOLLAR for Junk Cars

STUART SALVAGE 838-9569

693-5499

TFCD

HELP WANTED

CLASSIFIED DISPLAY ADS Deadline: Friday 4:00 p.m.

CLASSIFIED LINE ADS Deadline: Monday 5:00 p.m.

68 North-South Road North Conway, New Hampshire 03860 Voice (603) 356-6371 • FAX (603) 356-3665 Toll Free 1 (800) 526-5426

Kitchen Design Sales

Outside Contractor Sales

3RD GENERATION

Are you thinking that maybe it’s about time you took your talents to a company that appreciates your efforts and takes care of you and your customers?

We know our salespeople and their customers are the key to our success. Chick Lumber has openings for strong, experienced building material salespeople in Maine. Our very aggressive compensation package ($1m up to $50k, $2m up to $90k, $3m up to $130k plus benefits including health, 401k, truck, phone, laptop) rewards the right individuals who can provide proven sales success selling to building contractors in Maine. If you have a book of business and don’t feel you or your customers are appreciated we want to talk. Please mail or email your resume to Sal Massa, VP-Sales, sal@chicklumber.com

Chick Home Center 1T35CD

Warranty and Parts Dealer for MOST outdoor products

Tecumseh • Kohler • Kawasaki • Briggs & Stratton • MTD • York Mon.-Fri. 8–5; Sat. 8–12 330 Bridgton Road Route 302, Fryeburg, ME Fax 935-3026

207-935-2121

TFCD31

68 North-South Rd., PO Box 3060, North Conway, NH 03860 800-526-5426

www.osgoodspowerauto.com

AUTOMOTIVE and SMALL ENGINE SERVICE

• We Buy Standing Timber • Crane Work • Firewood 25 Years Experience � Fully Insured

DENMARK SELF-STORAGE 10' x 10' Unit $50.00 per month

207-452-2157

TF51CD

TFCD12

• Tree Removal • House Lot Clearing • Pruning • Brush Mowing

TFCD53

Experience in kitchen sales and 20/20 design required. Strong sales, organization, communication and computer skills are a must. This individual must be a team player with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. A full-time position including some Saturdays, this rare opportunity provides an excellent salary, commission, bonus and benefits package. Please mail or email your resume to Val Butterfield, Kitchen Manager, valb@chicklumber.com

Classifieds REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

HARRISON — Deertrees Road - 1acre building lot for sale. Driveway in. Electricity in. Septic tank and leach field in. Drilled well in. This lot is cleared, ready to build, sits above road level and faces west.

Walk to village, park, beaches and boat launch. More land available.

No trailers or mobiles. $45,000. 5836927.

4t32x NEW HOMES; CAPES, SPLITS — Ranches. No down payment!

Naples and Lakes Region. Howland Homes, 207-807-1004.

3t34x

NORWAY — Moose Hill Road, approx. 3 acres for sale by owner.

340-foot road frontage, can be split into 2 or 3 lots. Assessed by town at $25,000, sell for $7,900 cash sale.

207-650-5669. tf29 3-BEDROOM MOBILE HOME — 1-½ acres, needs minor repairs.

East Fryeburg, Maine $45,000. 207935-2055.

4t34x 5-ACRE LOT BRIDGTON, ME — Beautiful view Mt. Washington.

Septic design, underground utilities, drive in place. Tel: 207-637-2260.

6t30x

HARRISON — Dawes Hill Road. 1acre building lot surveyed, soil tested.

2 miles to Village. $29,000. 207-3297435.

9t31x

BRIDGTON — Beaver Creek Farm Road, 3.27 acres, well, black top road, mountain views, electricity. $27,000.

583-6695. tf23

BRIDGTON — Hio Ridge Road, approx. 27 acres for sale by owner.

Good developable land, mostly cleared. $59,000. 207-650-5669. tf21

BUSINESS SERVICES

HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars. Call 655-5963. tf12

B & L ROOFING — 20 years experience, fully insured. New roofs and repairs. Call 207-650-6479. tf20

HEMINGWAY CONTRACTING — Renovations, metal roofs, doors and windows, painting, light carpentry, garages & sheds, drywall repairs. Specializing in mobile homes.

20 years experience, fully insured. No job too small. 1-207-595-7123/207743-0420.

16t24x RON PERRY CARPENTRY — Renovations and new construction.

35 years of experience, no job too small or too big. Bridgton, Me. 978502-7658.

4t35x

MORAN PAINTING — Professional painting contractor. We do interior/ exterior painting. Several years in the Lake Region area. All work guaranteed for at least 5 years. Fully insured. Call Pete at 207-332-7966.

10t30 DEN­MARK HOUSE — Painting, Inc. Inter­ior and Exterior Paint­ing.

Also, Paper­hang­ing. 35 yrs. ex­pe­ri­ ence. Call for esti­mates. Call John Math­ews, 207-452-2781. tf31

YARD SALES

END OF SEASON SALE — Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 9-3. All clothing (including shoes), $1 bag. Shop ‘till you drop. Lisa’s Bargain Center, Depot Street, across from skateboard park.

1t35x

HUGE YARD SALE — 1 day only - Saturday, Sept. 3, 8-3, 510 Portland Road, Bridgton. Vintage, collectibles, furniture, smalls, lots, lots of great deals.

1t35 YARD SALE — Saturday only, Sept. 3rd. 7:30-3, 327 Carsley Rd., Harrison, off Rte. 35. ‘81 Chevy van, tree stands, misc. household items.

Come see. If raining, canceled. 1t35x

HUGE YARD SALE — Sat., 9/3, 8 to 1, parking lot at Ameriprise Financial, 240 Portland Rd., Bridgton. Rotary Sponsored, benefits C.H.O.I.C.E.S. Come find a bargain!

1t35

YARD SALE — Saturday, Sept. 3rd and Sunday, Sept. 4th, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Rte. 93, 270 Sweden Rd., Bridgton, 1.2 miles on left. Furniture, building materials, tools, books, clothing, lawn chairs, 3-family, odds-ends, collectibles. No early birds. 1t35 YARD SALE — Friday & Saturday, Sept. 2 + 3, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Furniture, lamps, bedding, dishes, misc. 212 Harrison Road, Bridgton.

1t35x

FINAL YARD SALE — Sept. 3, 10-4. Everything must go. Rain date Sept. 10, 10-4, 299 Kimball Corner Road, Sebago, off Rte. #114 and Nason’s Beach.

1t35x

GARAGE SALE — Antiques, glassware, linens, prints, furniture and lots more. Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Rte. 37, 563 N. Bridgton Rd., Bridgton.

1t35x

LOST & FOUND

LOST TWO CATS — Have you seen Whiskey & Arnold. One tiger and one black. Last seen Route 117, North Bridgton. Please call 7511731.

1t35x

Maine life

(Continued from Page D) ents. Many shelves are empty of essentials, putting families in a terrible situation. Please consider contacting your local pantry to see what you can do to help.

There is a list of local programs at www.maine.gov/agriculture/co/tefap/countysearch. html

Opinions

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

Explores Texture” art show by Studio of Landmark Human Resources, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center.

FMI: 647-8396.

Sept. 9 — Easy Riders Snowmobile Club meeting/ potluck, 5:30 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 10 — Music at the Market with guitarist John Sayles, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 10 — LELT Walk in Pondicherry Park, meet 9 a.m. at Bob Dunning Bridge behind Magic Lantern.

Sept. 11 — Maine Apple Sunday “All Things Apple” with Five Fields Farm, 2 to 5 p.m., Community Center.

FMI: 647-3116.

CASCO Sept. 3, 4 — Yard Sale benefit for Service Dog Weyekin Fielder, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sat., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sun., Sebago Dock and Lift, Rte. 302, across from Chute’s Bakery. FMI: acofielder@ yahoo.com.

Sept. 3, 4, 10, 11 — Raymond-Casco Historical Society open, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sat., 1-3 p.m. Sun., museum, Rte. 302. FMI: 655-2438.

Sept. 6 — Storytime with Michelle Brenner, 10:30 a.m., library.

Sept. 11 — Hawk Migration Watch with Dick Anderson, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hacker’s Hill.

FMI: 647-4352.

DENMARK Sept. 1-4 — The Cherry Orchard, 7:30 p.m., Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main St. FMI: 452-2412.

Sept. 6 — Community discussion group, Tao Te Ching and Thousand Names for Joy, 6 p.m., Nurture Through Nature. FMI: 452-2929.

Sept. 7 — Preschool Storytime, 9:30 a.m., library.

FRYEBURG Sept. 2, 9 — Bridge, 1 p.m., Legion Hall, Bradley St. Sept. 4 — Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Universalist Chapel, No. Fryeburg. FMI: 697-3021.

Sept. 6 — “A Walk Through the Fryeburg Fair

Calendar Please note: Deadline for all calendar submissions is Tuesday at noon.

BALDWIN Sept. 1 — Cumberland & Oxford Union Pomona #21, 6:30 p.m. potluck, 7:30 p.m. meeting, Mount Etna Grange Hall, Bridgton Rd. FMI: 7872489.

Sept. 3 — Pancake Breakfast, 7 to 9 a.m., West Baldwin Church, Rte. 113.

BRIDGTON Sept. 1 — Bridgton Rotary Club, Carol Madsen on saving the rainforest, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

Sept. 1-29 — Art exhibit by Pat Chandler, Gallery 302, 112 Main St. FMI: 647-2787.

Sept. 1-3 — Rufus Porter weathervane exhibit, noon to 4 p.m., museum, No. High St. Sept. 1, 8 — Knitter’s Day, 2 p.m., No. Bridgton Library.

FMI: 647-8563.

Sept. 1 — Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Community Center.

Sept. 1, 8 — Table Tennis, 5 to 8 p.m., Town Hall.

Sept. 1 — Chickadee Quilters, social time 6:30 p.m., meeting 7 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 2 — Wine & cheese reception for guest artist Pat Chandler, 5 to 7 p.m., Gallery 302, 112 Main St. FMI: 6472787.

Sept. 2 — 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.

Sept. 3 — St. Joseph Church food pantry trailer food drive, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Food City.

FMI: 653-9522.

Sept. 3 — Music at the Market with Lauren Scott and students, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 3, 10 — Bridgton Farmers’ Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center.

FMI: 452-2772.

Sept. 3 — Benefit motorcycle ride for Harry Glover, starts 10:45 a.m., Central Fire Station.

Sept. 3 — Pig Roast by Grace Christian Church, 4 to 7 p.m., Central Station, 7 Gibbs Ave. FMI: 647-2796.

Sept. 3 — Bean & Casserole Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Methodist Church.

Sept. 3, 10 — Adult Soccer, 6 to 8 p.m., Town Hall.

Sept. 4, 11 — Adult Basketball, 6 to 9 p.m., Town Hall. FMI: 408-2299.

Sept. 5, 7, 9 — Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 to 10 a.m., Town Hall. FMI: 647-2402.

Sept. 5 — Campfire Stories, 10:30 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

Sept. 5 — Cribbage, 2 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 6 — Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Community Center.

Sept. 6 — COPD Support Group, 1 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 6 — Bridge, 1 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 6 — Youth Basketball Open Gym for grades 3-6, 3-5 p.m., Town Hall. FMI: 647-8786.

Sept. 7 — Bridgton Hospital Benefit Golf Tournament, begins 8 a.m., Bridgton Highlands Country Club. FMI: 647-6055.

Sept. 7 — 4-class Basic Computer Skills course, 10 to 11 a.m., Community Center. FMI: 647-3116.

Sept. 7 — Senior Lunch, noon, Community Center.

Sept. 7 — Bible Study, 6 p.m., Community Center.

Sept. 8 — Bridgton Rotary Club, Camilla Fecteau on common loons, 7:15 a.m., Alliance Church.

Sept. 8 — The Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Community Center.

Sept. 8 — “Let’s Talk About It” book discussion with Pat Parker of Letters

by Elinor Stewart, 3 p.m., library. 647-2472.

Sept. 8 — Free community supper for all ages, chicken pot pie, 5 to 6 p.m., Community Center. FMI: 647-3116.

Sept. 9 — Opening reception, “Landmark

Farm Museum” with Curator Diane Jones, 7 p.m., American Legion Hall, Bradley St. FMI: 697-3484.

Sept. 9 — Heather Masse Band, 7:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. FMI: 935-9232.

Sept. 11 — Ecumenical Memorial Service of Remembrance of 9-11, 6 p.m., Bradley Memorial Park. If rain, Fryeburg Congregational Church.

HARRISON Sept. 2, 9 — Harrison Farmers’ Market, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m., Village.

Sept. 3 — Buffet-style breakfast, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Congregational Church, Main St. Sept. 3 — Texas Hold ‘em Tournament by Harrison Lions Club, doors open 11:30 a.m., play 1 to 6 p.m., VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd. FMI: 5834959.

Sept. 3 — Scribner’s Sawmill & Homestead open for tours, 1 to 4 p.m., Scribner’s Mill Rd. FMI: 583-6455.

Sept. 6 — Bridgton Academy annual picnic, 11:30 a.m., Crystal Lake Park. FMI: 647-3322, ext. 229.

Sept. 7 — Harrison Historical Society, 7 p.m., museum, Haskell Hill Rd. Sept. 11 — Harrison Village Cemetery Assn. annual meeting, 2 p.m., cemetery next to church gate.

LOVELL Sept. 1, 8 — Family Playtime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Sept. 1 — Americana Show with Al Hawkes, 7:30 p.m., Brick Church for the Performing Arts. FMI: 9252792.

Sept. 2, 9 — Bingo, early birds 6:30 p.m., regular play 7 p.m., VFW Hall.

Sept. 7 — Lovell Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wicked Good Store, Rte. 5.

FMI: 452-2772.

Sept. 9 — Harvest Supper, settings 5 and 6 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, Rte. 5.

Sept. 9 — “Three Chums Telling Tales” with Michael Parent, Jo Radner and Meg Gilman, 7 p.m., Brick Church

for the Performing Arts.

Sept. 10 — Scrap Gold Donations fundraiser, library.

NAPLES Sept. 1, 8 — Musical Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Sept. 1, 8 — Pajama Storytime, 6 p.m., library.

FMI: 693-6841.

Sept. 6 — Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Sept. 6 — Tween Book Club, The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester by Barbara O’Connor, 6 to 7 p.m., library.

WATERFORD Sept. 3 — Waterford’s World Fair Dance with Cold Blue Steel, 8 p.m., fairgrounds, Green Rd. FMI: 890-7669.

Sept. 8 — Waterford Historical Society, 100th anniversary of library, 7 p.m., library.

AREA EVENTS Sept. 1, 8 — SeniorsPlus Mobile office assistance with Property Tax and Rent Refund “Circuit Breaker” Program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hiram Town Office, 25 Allard Circle.

Sept. 1, 8 — Norway Farmers’ Market, 2-6 p.m., Cottage St., Norway.

Sept. 1 — Book discussion goup for adults & older teens, 6:30 p.m., Conway Library, Conway, N.H. FMI: 603-4475552.

Sept. 2, 9 — Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club, 9:15 a.m., Rec. bldg., King St., Oxford. FMI: 783-4153, 7439153.

Sept. 2, 9 — Poland Farmers’ Market, 2 to 6 p.m., Rte. 26.

Sept. 2 — First Friday art exhibit with artists Barbara Bean and Wilma Stanchfield, 6 to 8 p.m., McLaughlin Garden, Main St., So. Paris.

Sept. 2, 9 — Full Dome Double Feature, Two Small Pieces of Glass, 7 and 8:30 p.m., USM Southworth Planetariaum, Falmouth St., Portland. FMI: 780-4249.

Sept. 3 — Fox School Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Fox School, East Main St., So. Paris. FMI: 674-5903.

Sept. 3 — Open House, 9 a.m. to noon, New Gloucester History Barn, Rte. 231, New

Gloucester.

Sept. 3 — Herbal holiday gift wreath workshop, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester. FMI: 926-4597.

Sept. 3, 10 — Beginning Knitters, 10 to 11 a.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

Sept. 5 — Toys-for-Tots Car Show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Portland Motor Club, 275 Presumpscot St., Portland.

FMI: 775-1770.

Sept. 6 — Writers Group, 4:30 p.m. Conway Library, Conway, N.H. FMI: 603-4475552.

Sept. 7 — Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

Sept. 8-9 — Auditions for The Nutcracker, 4 to 7 p.m., Maine State Ballet, 348 Route One, Falmouth. FMI: 781-7672.

Sept. 8-Oct. 13 — Outsmarting Osteoporosis: Bones for Life course, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harper Conference Center, Ripley Bldg., 193 Main St., Norway. FMI: 1-866-6095183.

Sept. 10 — R & R Spinners demonstration, 10 a.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester. FMI: 926-4597.

Sept. 10-11 — Yard Sale to benefit Animal Rescue League of NH-North, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Harrison House, Conway, N.H. FMI: 603-447-5605.

Sept. 10 — Gel printing workshop, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester. FMI: 926-4597.

Sept. 10 — Education and Appraisal event with Steve Center of Centervale Antiques, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Windham Hill United Church of Christ, 140 Windham Center Rd. Sept. 10 — Guided nature hikes, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester. FMI: 926-4597.

Sept. 10 — Children’s musician Rick Charette concert, 11 a.m. to noon, Maine Wildlife Park, Rte. 26, Gray. FMI: 6574977.

CALENDAR, Page D

SEND US YOUR CLASSIFIED AD…

CLASSIFED ADVERTISING RATES: $3.50 for 20 words or less, and 15¢ a word over 20 DAY Mon. Tues.

Wed. Thurs.

Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon.

DATE 8/22 8/23 8/24 8/25 8/26 8/27 8/28 8/29

HIGH 87° 72° 75° 77° 72° 78° 79° 71°

LOW 59° 48° 50° 50° 59° 57° 58° 58°

7AM 61° 50° 52° 63° 60° 58° 66° 60°

PRECIP .65" ---------.06" ---.54" 3.52"

CATEGORY: ___________________________ NAME: ADDRESS: EXAMPLES:

Help Wanted • Work Wanted • Daycare • For Sale Lost & Found • Real Estate For Sale • For Rent Vehicles For Sale • Wanted to Buy • Yard Sales Business Services • Card of Thanks • In Memoriam

_________ _________ ________ ________ 1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20 ($3.50)

21 ($3.65)

22 ($3.80)

23 ($3.95)

24 ($4.10)

25 ($4.25)

26 ($4.40)

27 ($4.55)

29 ($4.85)

30 ($5.00)

31 ($5.15)

33 ($5.45)

34 ($5.60)

35 ($5.75)

_________ _________ ________ ________ _________ _________ ________ ________

SEPTEMBER TRIVIA YEAR 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

HIGH 83 75 78 78 87 81 81 80 82 77 80 81 73 84 87 84 89 95< 74 78 76 76 89 82 78 90

< = HIGH

LOW 42 33 31 35 30 >18 32 30 24 38 29 27 34 35 39 27 35 36 40 38 25 34 36 35 32 40

PRECIP

3.31" 2.30" 4.32" 1.65" 4.31" 2.16" 5.77" 3.56" 2.98" 6.20" 2.59" 3.70" 4.02" 2.49" 11.39" T/S Floyd >1.42" 3.04" 4.89" 5.61" 3.47" 3.45"< 2.50" 3.38" 8.80" 1.31" 3.26" < H/Earl

> = LOW

_________ _________ ________ ________ _________ _________ ________ ________ _________ _________ ________ ________ _________ _________ ________

________

_________ _________ ________

________

_________ _________ ________

________

28 ($4.70) 32 ($5.30) 36 ($5.90)

Fill in the blanks and mail your ad with payment to: Bridgton News, P.O. Box 244, Bridgton, ME 04009

All ads are payable in advance. Repeats are charged at the same rate as new ads. Ads taken over the phone must be called in by Monday with payment arriving by Tuesday. A charge of $1.00 per week extra is made for the use of a box number if requested. A charge of $1.00 per classified is made if billing is necessary.

Cards of Thanks and In Memoriams are charged at the same rate as classified ads. Poetry is charged by the inch.

The Bridgton News assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements other than to reprint that part of any advertisement in which a typographical error occurs.

Advertisers will please notify the business office promptly of any errors that may occur, phone 207-647-2851.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Page D, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Obituaries

Stanley M. Skillings Jr.

Tiffany C. Westberry

James L. Burdwood

Stanley M. Skillings Jr., 80, formerly of Sebago, died Saturday morning, Aug. 27, 2011 at his home in Bridgton.

He was born in Sebago, a son of Stanley and Victoria Skillings.

Stanley worked most of his life as a carpenter and jack-of-all-trades. He enjoyed woodworking, spending time with his grandchildren, reading and eating seafood and sweets.

Stanley was predeceased by his first wife, Glenna Tracy Skillings; his second wife, Anne Leary Skillings; his daughter, Pamela Goodwin; his sister, Evelyn Mains; and his brother Ernest Skillings.

Surviving are his two daughters, Donna Grover of Bridgton and Nancy Skillings Goodwin of Dexter; his son, Dana Skillings of Sebago; two brothers, Clifford Skillings of New Gloucester and Richard Skillings of Casco; his sister, Phyllis Hoyt of Naples; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours were Tuesday at Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco, where a funeral service was held Wednesday. Online condolences may be left for the family at hallfuneralhomeinc.com

BALDWIN — Tiffany C. JordanWestberry, 28, of Baldwin died on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011 at her mother’s home in Sebago after putting up a valiant fight battling Burkitt’s lymphoma.

She worked many different jobs, but her favorite was at Grondin’s, where she ran the loader and other heavy equipment.

She enjoyed being a mother to her two girls, riding her motorcycle, hunting and being with her family, playing games and eating. She helped her sister take care of her horse. She wouldn’t ride, but loved to brush him.

She was a person who enjoyed life and wanted everyone to have fun too. She had a quick sense of humor and was great with numbers. If you didn’t want Tiffany to tell you the truth, you didn’t ask her the question! She was loved by all and will never be forgotten.

She is predeceased by her grandfather Rodney H. Garland Sr., her great-grandmother Gertrude A. Douglass, and her second dad Rodney H. Garland Jr. She was survived by her husband of seven years, John Westberry Jr.; her daughters, Jade M. Westberry and Devon J. Westberry; her mother, Shirin G. Bachelder; her father, Forest E. Bachelder; her brother, Damon R. Jordan; her sister, Desirae’ K. Bachelder; a grandmother, Loann E. Douglass; and many other family members.

A graveside service will be held at the Haley Cemetery in Sebago on Tuesday, Sept. 6, at 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Lymphoma Foundation.

Arrangements by Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, Cornish.

STANDISH — James Lyle Burdwood, 77, of Chadbourne Road, died on Monday, Aug. 29, 2011, at a Scarborough health care facility.

Born at Sebago Lake, in Standish, on Nov. 26, 1933, he was the son of John F. and Gladys (Thorne) Burdwood. He was raised and educated in Standish, and served his country during the Korean Conflict with the United States Air Force from 1952 until 1956.

Jim was employed for many years at W.H. Nichols in Portland, retiring from there in 1992.

For several years, in the late 80s, Lyle was the Harbor Master for the Town of Standish. In this position, Lyle spent weekends keeping order at the town’s busy boat ramp at Sebago Lake Station.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved to spend time with family and friends, and especially with his granddaughter, Kaylie, whom he adored.

A daughter, Cindy Lou Burdwood predeceased him in 1974.

Two brothers, Subby and Richard Burdwood and one sister, Muriel Richardson also predeceased him. Survivors include his wife, Barbara A. (MacVane) Burdwood of Standish; one son, James S. Burdwood, of Naples, one daughter, Kathleen May Parker, of Hollis; one sister, Beverly Anderson of California; and his granddaughter.

There are no visiting hours. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. Burial will be private.

For online condolences, please visit our website at: www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jim’s memory may be made to: American Lung Association of New England, 460 Totten Pond Rd., Suite 400 Waltham, Massachusetts 02451-1991.

Alvin F. Douglass WEST PARIS — Alvin F. Douglass, 75, of Brownfield, died on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011, at Ledgeview Living Center.

He was born in Portland on April 10, 1936, the youngest child of a large family born to Elmer Sr. and Ella Day Douglass. He attended schools in Brownfield and worked for the Town of Brownfield as a transfer station attendant, as well as working several odd jobs over the years.

He collected stamps and baseball cards and was an avid reader.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Lawrence, Frances, Elmer Jr., Geneva, Floyd and three infant brothers.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 3, at 2 p.m., at Pine Grove Cemetery in Brownfield. Arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main Street, South Paris. Online condolences may be shared with his family at www. chandlerfunerals.com

Dorothy Yormack MARYLAND — Dorothy Yormack, 96, formerly of Portland, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011, in Rockville, Md. She was born on Nov. 2, 1914, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Dorothy spent her 43 years of marriage to her beloved husband in Maine where they raised their family. Among their greatest pleasures were the summers spent at the family’s camp on Crescent Lake in Raymond. After the loss of her husband, Dorothy spent her later years in Boca Raton, Fla., and Rockville, Md. She was predeceased by her husband, Benjamin Yormack. She is survived by her daughters, Roberta Kimball, of East Brunswick, N.J., and Linda Small, of Bowie, Md.; four grandsons; and five great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011, at 10:30 a.m., in Temple Beth El Memorial Park, South Portland.

Please visit www.jonesrichandhutchins.com for additional information and to sign Dorothy’s guest book.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Columbia Department of Ophthalmology, Attn.: Jane Heffner, 635 West 165th St., Box 13, New York, New York 10032, Memo: For Macular Degeneration Research.

Maude A. York NORWAY — Maude Alice Pike York, 91, of Oxford died Aug. 23, 2011 at Stephens Memorial Hospital.

She was born Jan. 13, 1920, in Norway, to Agnes French and George Pike. She was the ancestor of the great pioneer, John French, who was one of the first settlers of North Norway arriving in 1799. She graduated from Norway High School in 1939 as salutatorian of her class. While she was in high school, she was on the basketball team.

Maude spent many happy summers with her parents at Old Orchard Beach. She married Maurice Edward York in 1940, and they were married for 55 years. They moved to the Webber Brook Road in 1941, and spent their lives there.

Eight children were born at the homestead and Maude’s family was very dear to her. She was the happiest when her children and grandchildren were visiting with her. Maurice and Maude always had a huge garden and the children remember all the canning, baking and caring she did for her family.

Memories of filled cookies, doughnuts, molasses cookies, all the puddings and pies and let’s not forget the bean suppers on Saturday nights were always shared at family gatherings. Maude enjoyed her flower gardens and her pets, especially the cats.

Maude is survived by her seven children, Maurice Jr. of Oxford, Sharlene Stefani of Dixfield, Robert of Bethel, Raymond of Seaside, The Bridgton News Ore., Priscilla Nickerson of Oxford, Carol of Oxford and Gloria Moore of Bowling Green, Ky.; 11 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; The News will run, at no charge, obituaries that have local connections. nieces, including Jean McKay of Photographs may be submitted at no Casco, and nephew. additional charge, and whenever Maude was predeceased by possible, they should be emailed as a her parents; her husband, Maurice jpg file.

York Sr.; and daughter, Ruth Alice The News will include: Individuals – Davis. predeceased by parents, siblings, Online condolences may be spouse, children; survived by spouse, significant other, children, parents. shared with her family at www.

Names of spouses of surviving relatives chandlerfunerals.com will not be included. In most cases Graveside services were held on names of the grandchildren, nephews Wednesday, Aug. 31, at the Mason and nieces will not be listed, just the number of each. However, if the Township Village Cemetery. A celdeceased individual’s only connection ebration of her life was held followto the area is a nephew, niece or ing the service at Robert and June grandchild, that person will be York’s home in Bethel. Donations identified. The News reserves the right may be made in her memory to to edit all free obituaries.

Responsible Pet Care, 132 Waterford Requests for more complete obituaries Road, Norway, ME 04268. will be accepted as paid advertisements.

Arrangements are under the Contact: The Bridgton News, P.O. Box 244, 118 Main Street, Bridgton, ME direction of Chandler Funeral 04009. Tel. 207-647-2851, Fax 207-647- Homes & Cremation Service, 45 5001, Email: bnews@roadrunner.com Main Street, South Paris.

OBITUARY POLICY

Eleanor M. Gammon

Liston E. Eastman Sr. HIRAM — Liston Everett “Red” Eastman Sr., 83, passed away at his home on Tearcap Mountain in Hiram on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011 after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in Freedom, N.H. on Jan. 20, 1928, the son of Norman Eastman and Gladys Sargent. Liston was one of 12 children. He attended schools in Freedom.

In 1947, he married Janet Fadden of Hiram and they had six children. Liston and Janet were married for 26 years. He was employed as a logger and worked in the woods until the family moved to Freeport in 1951 and then on to Brunswick in 1959. While in Brunswick, he was employed by Bowdoin College as a custodian for 15 years. To help make ends meet, he snowplowed and enjoyed working on cars and trucks. He owned and operated his own garage in Brunswick for several years. In Brunswick, many people knew him as “Red” (named this because of his thick, bushy, red hair).

After he and Janet divorced in 1973, he rebuilt a family camp in Hiram on Tearcap Mountain, where he spent weekends hunting, fishing and enjoying the beautiful view and wildlife. He retired there in 1990 and developed a hobby of woodworking, making chairs, tables, carts and many other items. He was very mechanically inclined and one of his proudest accomplishments was building a large wood splitter that worked really well. In the summer, he loved playing horseshoes and traveled to four different locations to play — many times coming out the winner. In the winter, snowmobiling was his favorite sport. He loved cooking and eating baked beans and had many different bean pots to prove it. He had a variety of methods (fireplace, bean hole and woodstove) that he used for cooking his beans.

On April 18, 1992, he met his companion of almost 20 years Phyllis D. Smith. He loved to go dancing with Phyllis on Saturday nights and they enjoyed going on many trips together. They traveled to Rangeley, Stowe, Vt., upstate N.Y., New Brunswick, Canada and along the coast of Maine. He and Phyllis loved feeding and watching the birds together and attracted beautiful hummingbirds and many other birds native to Maine. He often brought home beautiful flowers to Phyllis. During their relationship, Phyllis tenderly cared for him through his bouts with prostate and colon cancer until her heart problems developed this year.

He had a firm belief in God and knew he was closer to Him while on the mountain.

He is predeceased by his parents Norman and Gladys Eastman; sisters Beulah Eisenhauer, Lora Fraughton, Ethel Eastman and Ruth Stanley; and brothers Carroll Eastman, Forrest Eastman and Earl Eastman.

He is survived by his loving companion Phyllis D. Smith of Limington; his two daughters, Sharon Belanger and Cynthia Osgood of Brunswick; his four sons, Carroll “Peter” Eastman of Brunswick, Michael Eastman of Bath, Alan Eastman of Rochester, N.H. and Liston “Lee” Eastman Jr. of Bridgton; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and three additional great-grandchildren on the way; sisters, Mattie Rossignol of Cornish, Elizabeth Maddocks of Westbrook and Florence Huber of Porter; and his brother, Norman Eastman, Jr. of North Conway, N.H. No formal funeral service will be held. Phyllis and his family are arranging a private memorial service on Tearcap Mountain.

Arrangements by Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, Cornish.

LIMINGTON — Eleanor Maude Gammon, 87, formerly of Moody Road, died on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011, at the Freeport Nursing Home after a long illness.

She was born in West Baldwin on Nov. 29, 1923, the daughter of Lester and Mildred Warren Dearborn. She attended local schools and graduated from Potter Academy in Sebago in 1942.

She married Raymond E. Gammon on June 5, 1943, and they were married for 58 years, until his death in 2001.

She was a hard worker and worked for many years at the Cornish Dress Shop. She was also a devoted homemaker and an excellent cook.

She was always cooking something for someone.

Eleanor was a longtime member of the South Limington Baptist Church and was also a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Limington.

Besides her parents and beloved husband, she was also predeceased by two brothers, Walter and Clarence Dearborn. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Jensen, of Cumberland; a sister, Ruth Morton, of Standish; and also many loving nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, Sept. 2, at 3 p.m., at the South Limington Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery on Moody Road. Arrangements by Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, Cornish.

Graveside Service Elsie V. Thompson

Due to Hurricane Irene on Aug. 28, the graveside service for Elsie V. Bean Thompson, who died on Aug. 12, 2011, has been postponed until this Friday, Sept. 2, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. All friends, relatives and family members of Elsie and Frederick R. Thompson are invited to the graveside gathering at Forest Hills Annex Cemetery on Kansas Road in Bridgton. Following the graveside service, people are invited to attend a “celebration of Elsie’s life” with refreshments at James and Marilyn Thompson’s house at 35 Edes Falls Road in Naples. Take Route 11 from Route 302, turn left onto the road opposite the Redneck Lounge, take the second driveway on the right.

Jim Stanicki DENMARK — Jim Stanicki of Denmark, Maine, passed away at home on Aug. 26, 2011 after a five-year battle with lung cancer, at the age of 61. He leaves behind his wife, Leslie Foote Stanicki, three children: Jessica Stanicki of Annadale N.J., Robyn Lorom of Hampden, Maine, Eric Stanicki of Bridgton, Maine, and eight grandchildren: Nicholas, Calabria, Madison, Sarah, Sunnie, Benjamin, Spencer and Evan.

Jim was born to Doris and Frank Stanicki in Elizabeth, N.J., on Aug. 8, 1950, growing up in Clark, NJ. with sisters Carol Neal and Janet Weaver. He made his career as a system analyst/program developer and settled in Maine with his family, where he explored his love for the water, inspiring him to “take time to paddle.”

He was known for his love for family while living life to the fullest. He was a role model and inspiration to many, completed hospice volunteer training and was interviewed by ABC News ,detailing his unique views on “Ending Well.” He will be sadly missed by many.

Family and friends will be celebrating his life at his home on Sept.

4th, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. Family asks in lieu of flowers, please make donations in his memory to Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 1842, North Conway, NH 03860, or Free to Breathe at www.tinyurl.com/ teampapo

Ethel H. MacVane PORTLAND — Ethel H. MacVane, 97, of Birchwoods at Canco, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.

She was born on Cliff Island on July 29, 1914, the daughter of the late Howard and Florence Knight Libby. She was raised by her Aunt May on Cliff Island. Ethel attended the Cliff Island Seventh Day Advent School and Portland High School.

She married Earl “Rufus” MacVane in 1932, who loved her for more than 50 years.

Ethel was the assistant postmistress at the Cliff Island Post Office for many years, had a family and then graduated from practical nursing school at Maine Medical Center.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband “Rufus” MacVane; and her brother Howard Libby.

She was loved and is survived by her three children, David MacVane of Casco, Joan Wood of Sabattus and Earl L. MacVane of Cliff Island; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

Graveside services for family were at the Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress Street, Portland. Arrangements are being handled by the Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford Street, Portland.

Please visit www.jonesrichandhutchin.com for additional information and to sign Ethel’s guestbook.

Memorial contributions may be made to: The Cliff Island Library, in care of Tom Struble, Cliff Island, ME 04019.

onnecting ompanions

1st & 3rd

WATERFORD — Rosalie Vanderzanden, 90, died at her Waterford home on Friday, Aug. 26, 2011.

She was born on Aug. 13, 1921 and raised in New York City. She moved with her family to New Jersey in 1947. She and her daughter Barbara moved to Maine in 1978, where they have run the Waterford Inn. She was a 1941 graduate of Hunter College and completed graduate work at Paterson State College in the 1970s.

Rosalie was an avid traveler and saw much of the world with her daughter.

She was predeceased by her husband Andre; and daughter Leslie in 1964.

She is survived by her son Andre of New Hampshire; her daughter Barbara of Waterford; her son Michael of Pennsylvania; two granddaughters, two grandsons, and one great-granddaughter.

As she was a great lover of animals, the family asks for donations to be made in her name locally to Responsible Pet Care or globally to the World Wildlife Fund.

Cremation arrangements were by Direct Cremation of Maine.

A memorial service will be held on a future date.

RT. 302, NORTH CONWAY, N.H. 603-356-5398

OPEN YEAR ROUND

• Monuments • Markers • Urns • Lettering • Stone Cleaning

Monday - Friday 9 – 5:30; Saturday 9 – 1

Warren’s Florist 39 Depot St. • Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-8441 • 800-834-8407 Mon. – Fri. 9 – 5, Sat. 9 – 4 We Deliver around town or around the world.

www.warrensfloristmaine.com Providing companionship, respite care, home care and transportation.

647-2149

TF19

Rosalie Vanderzanden

www.connectingcompanions.com

Your one-stop flower shop Floral Arrangements • Greeting Cards Garden Decor • Gift Baskets …from a single stem to a whole bouquet, flowers say it best!

TF1

Opinions PORTLAND — Patricia Young Casey, 83, died on Aug. 28, 2011, in Portland.

Pat was born in Portland on Jan. 15, 1928, the daughter of Augustus and Katherine Messervey Young.

Pat was a lifelong resident of Portland, growing up in the Riverton area, and later settling in the Stroudwater area where she lived for many years. She attended Portland schools and graduated from the Gray Business School.

Pat and her brother, Nathan Young, operated Young’s Auto Radiator for over 40 years, a successful business, respected for its honesty and integrity.

Pat was a devoted and loving wife to John Theodore “Ted” Casey. They were happily married for almost 50 years before his death in March of 2009. They enjoyed their homes in Stroudwater and the camp they built on Thomas Pond. They enjoyed many peaceful boat rides on the pond with their wonderful friends the Detwilers.

Pat was an active and longtime member of the First Church of Christ, Scientist and held steadfast to its teachings.

Pat and Ted had many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews whom they enjoyed and encouraged through the years. They loved to be included in their celebrations and hearing of their achievements.

After many happy years in the Stroudwater area, Pat and Ted moved to the Woods at Canco where they met new friends and renewed old friendships. Their family is grateful for the kindness bestowed by the Canco Woods’ staff and by Pat’s and Ted’s friends there.

At Pat’s request there will be no funeral service. Please visit www. jonesrichandhutchins.com for additional information and to sign Pat’s guest book.

Shirley F. Moore

PORTLAND — Shirley F. (Davis) Moore, 76, of Portland, died on Monday, Aug. 29, 2011, at Maine Medical Center, after a brief illness.

She was the wife of the late Eugene E. Moore. who died on Oct. 1, 2009.

She was born in Portland on Sept. 8, 1934, the daughter of the late Arthur and Louise (Kruger) Davis. She attended local area schools, graduating from the former Cathedral High School as a member of the class of 1952.

After graduating, Shirley married Eugene Moore and remained married for almost 50 years. Shirley worked as a legal secretary, most notably for attorney Franklin Stearns.

Shirley and her husband bought a camp on Crescent Lake, a place the family has enjoyed for the past 40 years. Shirley and her husband loved to travel, visiting such places as Caracas, Venezuela, Las Vegas and Florida.

Her profession of faith was in the Lord Jesus Christ and Him alone.

Shirley showed exceptional kindness to the homeless and orphans, and everyone, almost without exception, loved her. She had many friends at her daily hangout, Tony’s Donuts.

She was predeceased by her son, Michael E. Moore; and her brother, William Davis. She is survived by her son, David R. Moore of Portland, as well as her three grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services, 981 Forest Ave., Portland. A graveside service will be held on Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at 11 a.m., at Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress St., Portland, with Pastor Michael Kee officiating. For further information and to sign Shirley’s guest book, please visit www.advantageportland.com

Harvest for Hunger seeks produce

use, but that is still of good quality. Either way works, says Murphy.

She suggests that gardeners contact their local food pantries in advance to find out what type of produce they need, or don’t need, and what they can handle.

This will help them know what to plant and deliver. Carrots, potatoes, onions, and winter squash are all relatively easy for the pantries to store and handle.

Since many food pantries have limited hours, gardeners may want to find out when they can deliver produce.

No space for a garden?

Gardeners may be able to work with others in a community garden to grow produce for a local food pantry. Contact a local pantry directly about volunteering.

To help reach the goal of 225,000 pounds of donated produce this year, enroll in the Maine Harvest for Hunger program. Visit http://umaine.edu/ harvest-for-hunger or contact Murphy at 743-6329, 1-800287-1482 (toll free in Maine) or e-mail barbara.murphy@maine. edu

If the mainstream media is your only source of news, you know liberals are smart and conservatives are dumb.

People my age remember how smart Jimmy Carter was when he was running for president against Gerry Ford. Carter was a nuclear engineer. Ford was a football player and famously dumb. Lyndon Johnson saying he played football too long without a helmet. “Saturday Night Live” showed him tripping over something every week.

The highly-intelligent Jimmy Carter won and made a weak economy many times worse. When our ally, the Shah of Iran was deposed by radical Muslims, Carter sat on his hands while America was humiliated for a year and a half in the hostage crisis. The radicals gained confidence and started believing they could bring down all of western civilization. After one term, Carter was seen as the worst president in the 20th century, if not for all time.

He was wicked smart though.

In spite of his vast intelligence, Carter lost the 1980 election to another dumb conservative. President Ronald Reagan was an “amiable dunce” but he presided over one of the greatest economic recoveries in American history by dismantling much of the big government built up by the wicked-smart liberals. Winning reelection by an overwhelming majority, he then proceeded to win the Cold War. It’s hard to understand how he accomplished all that being so dumb.

When his term was up in 1988, our media found another wicked-smart governor in Massachusetts whom they thought would make a great president. Americans, howev-

Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin News Columnist

er, believed he was a nerdy automaton and elected the first George Bush instead.

In 1992, however, the media found another wicked-smart southern governor in Arkansas whom they thought would make a great president. He was actually smart enough to realize soon after inauguration that Americans didn’t want nationalized health care and abandoned it. He was also smart enough to go along with the dumb conservatives who took over Congress halfway into his first term. He made their programs of scaled-back government and balanced budgets look like his ideas and finished two terms.

He wasn’t very smart in his personal life and almost blew everything, but he managed to hang on for eight years.

Then media told us how smart his vice president was.

He invented the Internet. He figured out that burning coal, oil and gasoline was melting ice caps, raising oceans and killing cute polar bears. As you might expect, he was running against another dumb conservative — this one a cowboy governor from Texas and son of a former President. The media understand that all presidents have to go to church and pretend to believe in God in order to get elected. This guy was so dumb, however, that he actually did believe and didn’t try to hide it either. Somehow though, he won.

Letters to editor

(Continued from Page D) Liz and John McCann organized the book sale. Ethel Hurst and helpers sold dozens of books. Jane Gleason headed up the raffle table, selling tickets before and during the fair.

The kitchen staff was ably led by Peg Mason, who does an amazing job soliciting sandwiches and pies for the busy cafeteria.

Promotion for the event was handled by Pat Gibson

and committee.

My heartfelt thanks go to the above mentioned people as well as the library board members who helped in so many ways. The library appreciates the community support for this annual event. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

Mary Heroux Board President Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library Lovell

New England Electric

restoration & repair of wood/canvas canoes

394 hio ridge rd., denmark me 04022 207-452-2687 smallboatshop@fairpoint.net www.smallboat-shop.com

C & R Caron Co., Inc.

MIG, TIG, STICK WELDING, BRAZING WELDING AND FABRICATION SPECIALIST TF16

Steel • Stainless Aluminium • Cast Material Sales

693-6055

129 Sebago Rd. (Rt. 114), Naples, Maine

Dan Van Avery Naples, Maine

TF34

Dale McDaniel, Owner Phone: 207-647-8134 Fax: 207-647-4314 487 Portland Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009

Building Contractor

Searles Excavation Inc. EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR

SITE EXCAVATIONS • SEPTIC SYSTEMS BOX 25 HARRISON, ME 04040

Rene Fournier

Repairs Remodeling Custom Homes e-mail: hubkainc@myfairpoint.net 207-647-2299 • FAX 207-647-2220 TF19 Terry Hubka Milo Blodgett John Ziegler

207-583-4948 TF

Timberland Drywall Inc. 647-3334 TF

TF31

“We Don’t Leave Until You’re Happy.”

Authorized Sales & Service

207-693-3514 • Fax 207-693-6826 • Cell 890-0972

TF

Automotive Repair Collision Repair Tires • Car & Truck Accessories STATE INSPECTIONS Trailer Hitches & Accessories Sales & Installations

TF3

TF26

SPECIALTY WELDING & FABRICATION, LLC.

Gas Heating Systems

Hubka Construction, Inc.

www.georgejonespainters.com Free Estimates, Excellent References

smallboat shop

Commercial – Residential – Industrial • Electrical Contractor • Refrigeration/Air Conditioning • Generators • Electrical Supplies Celebrating 30 years of service!

Licensed Arborist www.Q-Team.com 877-693-3831 Toll Free

~ Over 25 Years In Business ~

Lawns, Shrubs, Trees, Patios, Retaining Walls Tree Pruning & Removal, Brush Chipping Maine Licensed & Insured Arborist TIM TOBIN 583-6109 PETE BELL

• Design, implementation & maintenance of computer systems, applications and networks

207-318-3245

Robert E. Fogg Naples, Maine 693-3831

Member

www.eecomputerservices.com

then down some more, then I let it die in coughs and we drift in toward the dock. It’s smooth here in the dark cove and the air hangs with the sweetness of the north woods and the dock glides out to meet us. Just before the ferns brush the bow, I reach out and clip the old brass ring, and the same metallic click bounces softly back to us from the same distant shore.

I jump up onto the dock and walk along the damp boards toward the bow of the boat, then I turn and crouch and reach down into my father’s armpits and lift him as he works to stand.

I guide him as he steps carefully up onto the seat, and then up onto the dock. It’s slippery and I don’t want him to fall. I steady him for a few moments while he catches his balance, then I let him go. “We made it, Dad,” I say.

• Tree Removal/Pruning/Cabling • Stump Grinding/Brush Chipping • Bucket Truck/Bobcat Work/Trucking

LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE

For business or home, we take care of the technology so you can take care of your business.

• Interior/Exterior • Power Washing • Fully Insured

(Continued from Page D) me while I catch my balance, and then letting me go. “We made it, son,” he says.

Forty-five years later, on the same lake and in the same boat, the same father and son motor north toward the same cabin in the same gray drizzle, the hull making the same aluminum slaps against the light chop.

My father is in the bow now, hunched under his raincoat and watching the drops fall from his hood and splash about his feet.

My left hand is on the tiller, and I’m staring straight ahead into the stinging mist, not because I’m big or strong or brave, but because when you have to get up the lake in the rain, that’s just what you do. Dad looks back at me, and smiles. He seems old and small.

Soon, I bank the boat to port and throttle the motor down,

Tree and Landscape Co., Inc.

We can help!

Contact Us: 207-935-1365 or 603-733-6451

Dock glides out

EVERGREEN

Scared of Technology?

COMPREHENSIVE IT SERVICES

Then media found another wicked-smart nerd from Massachusetts to run against him, just like they did against his father. This guy had three Purple Hearts and a Silver Star for bravery. People listened to him and questioned just how smart and brave he really was, but he wouldn’t release his college transcripts or his military records. Then it came out that the dumb cowboy got higher grades they he did at Yale, and other soldiers claimed that he puffed his chest a lot but he really wasn’t very brave either.

They said he got medals for minor scratches and the dummy won again.

Then we got a wicked-smart guy from Chicago, who was going to fix everything and lower the oceans. He made good speeches with his teleprompter, even bringing it to

talk to fifth graders. Media tell us he is so smart, he has an IQ of 160 — but he won’t release his college transcripts either.

When he talks without reading he doesn’t sound smart and people are wondering about that IQ. He said he’d been to all 57 states, and didn’t know how to pronounce “corpsman,” saying “corpse-man” instead of “core-man.” The media ignored it, but those pesky conservatives on AM radio, the Internet, and “Fox News” didn’t. People are thinking now that maybe he’s smart like Jimmy Carter — especially the ones who are out of work.

Wouldn’t you know it though, it looks like another dumb governor from Texas could be running against him next year. This guy actually believes in God too and he shoots coyotes. He’s even more of a cowboy than the last one.

This time, however, the media aren’t wasting any time showing Americans how dumb he is. They started right after he announced he was running.

They’re going to make sure this time that people don’t elect him over the wicked-smart guy who only needs another four years to really fix things.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired U.S. history teacher.

He can be reached at tommclaughlin@fairpoint.net

TF

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Master Gardener Volunteers Program is asking gardeners to consider growing extra produce to donate to local food pantries.

Many pantries have trouble offering fresh produce to their clients, and this is a great way to share your garden’s bounty, says Barbara Murphy, Extension educator in the Oxford County office and coordinator of the highly successful Maine Harvest for Hunger Program, previously known as Plant-A-Row for the Hungry.

The program coordinates volunteers, helps them connect with local food pantries and provides advice about what to grow and when to harvest. In 2010, the program provided over 200,000 pounds of produce to Maine food pantries. The goal for 2011 is 225,000 pounds.

Some gardeners find it helpful to dedicate a part of their garden for donation to the food pantry. That might be a row of carrots or half the patch of winter squash. Others prefer to donate produce that they won’t

The smart and the dumb

TF24

Patricia Y. Casey

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

626 Main Street Gorham, ME 04038

Cell (207) 838-0718 Office ((207) 856-1247 Fax (207) 856-1248

Directory

Page D, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Calendar

(Continued from Page D) Sept. 10 — Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club square dance, 7 to 10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine St., So. Paris. FMI: 782-4050.

Sept. 11 — Red Cross Babysitter’s Training, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saint Joseph’s College, Standish. FMI: 893-6615.

Sept. 11 — Winter Warmth 5K Road Race, 1-mile Fun Run/ Fitness Walk by DancingTrees, begins 9 a.m., Oxford County Fairgrounds. FMI: 539-2670. ##### AREA FOOD PANTRIES BRIDGTON — Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesdays, Methodist Church, 98 Main St. FMI: 647-4476.

BROWNFIELD — Brownfield Food Pantry, 1 to 5 p.m. third Thursdays, 701 Pequawket Trl. FMI: 9352333.

CASCO — Casco Food Pantry, 6 to 7 p.m. third Mondays, Casco Alliance

NEED A

Church.

HARRISON — Harrison Food Pantry, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays, Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2 Naples Rd. FMI: 583-6178.

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

NAPLES — Naples Food Pantry, 10 a.m. to noon and 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, United Methodist Church, Village Green. FMI: 838-9045.

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

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

STANDISH — Catherine’s Cupboard Food Pantry, 6 p.m.

Wednesdays, Standish Town Hall, Rte. 35.

SWEDEN — Sweden House Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Sweden Church basement, 137

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE? THE BRIDGTON NEWS

Bridgton Rd. FMI: 909-208- (Rte. 302) So. Casco.

6377, 256-7380.

Sunday — Al Anon Family Groups, 6:30 p.m. Clyde Bailey ###### Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), So. Casco.

12 STEP MEETINGS HARRISON Sunday — Alcoholics BRIDGTON 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday — Anonymous, Harrison Congregational Alcoholics Anonymous, noon to 1 p.m., American Legion, Church, corner Route 117 and Dawes Hill Road.

Depot St. O/D Monday — Narcotics AnonNAPLES ymous, 7 p.m. Community Thursday — Al Anon, Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH 7:30 p.m. Beginners Meeting, Tuesday — Al-Anon, 7:30 8 p.m. Open Meeting, Naples p.m., St. Joseph Church, 225 Methodist Church, Village High Street.

Green, side door entrance down Thursday — Narcotics stairs.

Anonymous Women’s Meeting, NO. CONWAY, N.H. 7 to 8 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Wednesday — Adult Church, Sweden Rd. (Rte. 93) Children of Alcoholics (& off Rte. 302. other dysfunctions), 7:30 p.m., Ste. B, Eastern Slope Inn, 2760 CASCO Monday through Saturday White Mtn. Highway, No. — Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 Conway, N.H. Friday — Al-Anon, 8 p.m., a.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail Gibson Center, Grove St. & White Mtn. Hwy, No. Conway, (Rte. 302).

Thursday — Alcoholics N.H. Anonymous, Ladies StepWATERFORD Meeting, 7 to 8 p.m., beginThursday — Adult Children ners welcome. Clyde Bailey of Alcoholics, 10 a.m., library.

Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail,

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CONSULT OUR LISTING OF BUSINESS SERVICES AND LET AN EXPERT DO THE JOB! ACCOUNTANTS

CARPETING

Chandel Associates Accounting, Taxes Audits, Full Service Payroll 3 Elm St., Bridgton Office 647-5711

Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

Jones & Matthews, PA Certified Public Accountants Accounting, Taxes, Payroll Service Roosevelt Trail Prof. Bldg.

Route 302, Bridgton 647-3668 cpas@maine.com

A Fine Kettle of Fish Catering Personal chef service/catering Sheila Rollins 583-6074 www.finekettleoffishcatering.com

McFadden CPA, P.A. Accounting Services Accounting/Payroll/Taxes 316 Portland Rd., Bridgton 647-4600 www.BridgtonCPA.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

CATERING

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 John’s Cleaning Service Local family business/ “Quality” results Excellent references 207-393-7285 Email: johnscleaning1@gmail.com

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES Lake & Mountain View WardHill Architecture 25 yrs. exp.-Residential/Commercial Custom plans, Shoreland/site plan permit Design/Build & Construction mgmt. wardhill@roadrunner.com 807-625-7331

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

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 Robert E. Guy General Carpentry – Additions Repairs – Remodeling www.bobguy@myfairpoint.net Harrison 743-5120 239-4804 (cell) Jerry’s Carpentry & Painting Carpenter & General Contractor Log homes – decks – remodeling Fully insured – Free estimates – 207-527-2552 Northern Extremes Carpentry Custom Decks – Additions Remodeling – Free Estimates Log Hunting and Fishing Camps Insured Bridgton 647-5028

CARPET CLEANING McHatton’s Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822

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 Servicemaster Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 TLC Home Maintenance Co. Professional Cleaning and Property Management Housekeeping and much more 583-4314

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.

No job too small – 625-8159 Douglass Construction Inc. Custom Homes/Remodeling/Drawings 30 years exp. in Lakes Region Phil Douglass, 647-3732 - Jeff Douglass, 647-9543 Sweden Rd. Bridgton Jeff Hadley Builder New homes, remodels, additions Painting, drywall, roofing, siding Kitchens, tile & wood floors Fully insured – free estimates 27 yrs. experience 207-583-4460 Quality Custom Carpentry Specializing in remodeling & additions Jeff Juneau Naples 207-655-5903

COPIES The Printery Black & White/Color Copies Special discounts for large orders Fax: Sending and Receiving Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

EXCAVATION 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

COUNSELING

FLIGHT INSTRUCTION

Ellia Manners, LCPC In Her Own Image/Counseling for Women Call for brochure/Insurance accepted www.elliamanners.com 207-647-3015 Bridgton

Sheila Rollins Private/instrument/multi-engine instructor Flight training – Ground school Flight review 583-6074

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

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 Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA Complete oral hygiene care-infant to senior Victoria’s Hairitage Most dental insurances, MaineCare accepted One Beavercreek Farm Rd 207-647-4125 email: info@bdhc.me (top of Packard’s Hill – Rte. 302) Vicki Crosby Owner/Stylist Fryeburg Family Dental Jessica Zaidman Color Specialist Preventative Dental Hygiene Services 647-8355 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 All Service Electric John Schuettinger Licensed Master Electrician Residential, Commercial Alarms Bridgton Phone 647-2246 A to Z Electric “The Boss Does The Work” David S. Gerrish, Master Electrician Residential/Commercial/Industrial 30+ yrs. exp., Naples 693-6854 Bouchard Electric Co. Mike Bouchard – Master Electrician Generators All types of wiring Lakes Region 583-9009 D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Residential/Commercial/Industrial Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Bridgton 207-647-5012 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 Stanford Electric Commercial, Industrial and Residential Wiring – Generators Naples 693-4595 Tuomi Electric Chip Tuomi, Electrical Contractor Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-4728

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Bonney Staffing & Training Center Temporary & Direct Hire Placements Call us with your staffing needs Rte. 302 Windham 892-2286

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 Western Me. Insulation Inc Batts, blown or foamed Over 30 yrs experience Free estimates – fully insured 7 days a week – 693-3585

INSURANCE Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home/Auto/Commercial 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

Clergy holding Sept. 11 service

FRYEBURG — Clergy members from Fryeburg, Fryeburg Harbor and Brownfield have organized an ecumenical service in remembrance of the events of 10 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001. The event will take place at Bradley Memorial Park in Fryeburg; it will start at 6 p.m.

The clergy members include the Reverends Cathy Cantin of Bradley Memorial UMC, Sage Currie of the Church of the New Jerusalem in Fryeburg, and Tim LeConey of Fryeburg Congregational Church UCC. Pastor James Parr of Brownfield Community Church will also participate.

There will be two or three choral music offerings. The Rev. Sage Currie of the Fryeburg New Church will deliver a message of remembrance of 9-11.

All who attend the service will be given a candle to light at the end of the service, with all singing Let There Be Peace On LAWN MAINTENANCE August Lawn Mowing Commercial & residential Field mowing Gary & Aaron Silverblade 452-2989 Chapman’s Lawn & Yard Works Mowing - Cleanup - Brush Cutting Debris removal – Bark mulch Blaine Chapman 647-5255

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

Harrison Insurance Agency Full Service Agency 100 Main Street, Bridgton 583-2222

Gotcha Covered Painting Interior/exterior-deck refinish-powerwash Serving the Lakes Region over 15 years Free estimates Kevin 693-3684

Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates 207-527-2552

Southern Maine Retirement Services Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Life and Long-Term Care Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340

Peter Moran Professional painting contractor Interior and Exterior Bridgton 207-332-7966

KENNELS

PLUMBING & HEATING

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 Fieldstone Landscaping Patios-walkways-granite steps Fire pits-plantings-stonewalls Design/installation Free estimates fieldstoneme@yahoo.com Nick Nataluk 207-925-1222

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

Earth.

All are invited to attend the memorial service. In case of rain, the event will be held in the Fryeburg Congregational Church.

Rabies clinic

NORWAY — A rabies vaccination and microchipping clinic, sponsored by Responsible Pet Care, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Norway Fire Station. Cost for rabies shots is $10, and microchipping costs $25.

The attending veterinarian will be Dr. Suzanne Best, DVM. Microchipping your pets will aid in locating them should a disaster occur or if they are lost. For more information, call 743-8679.

REAL ESTATE Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311 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

Opinions

The future of the Postal Service

Austerity is the name of the game today for governments and businesses alike amid record deficits and stagnant economic growth.

The fact is, the current economic storm has spared no one, including the United States Postal Service, which faces an estimated $8 billion in losses this year and will be unable to make payroll come October. Like everyone else, USPS must align its expenditures and revenues to chart

a fiscally sustainable course for the future. And while I am encouraged by its recognition of this imperative, it is absolutely critical that any cost-cutting measures implemented by the USPS not tear at the fabric of island communities, rural towns, and villages by denying them the reliable, affordable, and convenient postal services currently provided.

While Congress was wrangling over its own measures to rein in unsustainable debt

By Stan Cohen Medicare Volunteer Counselor Medical identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information (like your name, Social Security number, or Medicare number) to obtain medical care, buy drugs, or submit fake billings to Medicare in your name. Medical identity theft can disrupt your life, damage your credit rating, and waste taxpayer dollars. The damage can be life threatening to you if the wrong information ends up in your personal medical records.

Be smart — make sure that papers or cards with your private information (like bank statements, ATM cards, credit card

monthly statements, Medicare Summary notices, Medicare Supplement Insurance statements, etc.) do not get thrown into open trash bins where the I.D. thieves can find them. And remember that no government representative will ever call you and ask you for your Social Security or Medicare claim number over the telephone.

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.

Medicare nugget

Views from Senate

by Olympia Snowe United States Senator

levels and deficit spending this summer, USPS released a plan at the end of July identifying 3,700 of its nearly 32,000 post offices nationwide whose services could instead be operated by local businesses. In Maine, 34 were identified as offices that could potentially be closed.

USPS proposed that local businesses like pharmacies or grocery stores could provide these services in regions where post offices were shut down.

Indeed, slashing debts and reducing deficits is no easy task and requires difficult choices, as Congress learned all too well during its recent debate over how to reduce the nation’s grotesque $14 trillion debt burden.

Given USPS’ own fiscal quagmire, it is critical that steps are taken to cut costs and improve efficiency. I am encouraged by measures already adopted

by USPS that have resulted in over $12 billion in savings over the last three years, but with only $3 billion left from its $15 billion line of credit with the U.S. Treasury, more needs to be done. However, I also believe the Postal Service has a responsibility to continue providing reliable, accessible services that the public has

Celebrating Labor Day

Labor Day is coming up this weekend, and for most of us this marks the unofficial end of summer. This long weekend has become a traditional time for families to come together and picnic, barbecue and enjoy a local parade. Even though school has already started, young people look at Labor Day as their final time of freedom before the school year gets under way in earnest.

For Mainers it marks the time when the summer tourists leave, and we can enjoy the late summer weather in relative solitude before the leaf watchers come in a few weeks.

Labor Day has significant history, which encompasses much more than this, and given all the fuss about the murals this year, I think it is appropriate to talk a little about the history of Labor Day as a holiday.

The first Labor Day in America was celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882 in New York City. There is something of a controversy regarding the “inventor” of the holiday. Some say that Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and co-founder of the American Federation of Labor, suggested a holiday to recognize those “who from rude nature have delved and carved all the grandeur we behold.”

Others claim it was Matthew Maguire, a machinist who later became the secretary of Local 344 of the International Association of Machinists in Paterson, N.J. It became a federal holiday a few years later in 1894, after a particularly violent strike against the Pullman Company that resulted in the deaths of a number of workers.

Congress passed the legislation making Labor Day a federal holiday shortly after the end of the strike.

The purpose of the holiday is to celebrate the social and economic achievements of America’s workers. As Samuel Gompers, founder and longtime president of the American Federation of Labor once said, “All other holidays are in a more or less degree connected with conflicts and battles of man’s prowess over man, of strife and discord for greed and power, of glories achieved by one nation over another. Labor Day is devoted to no man, living or dead, to no sect, race or nation.”

Labor Day celebrates us all — our achievements and contributions to the strength, prosperity, and safety of our nation.

My focus is to recognize the important roles played by employees and employers in Maine, and on this Labor Day

Views from Senate

by Bill Diamond State Senator, D-Windham

we especially need to celebrate the men and women who keep our country strong. I hope you all have an enjoyable Labor Day weekend and take a moment to pay tribute to workers across the nation, especially here in Maine.

As always, if there is anything I can do for you, or if you have any thoughts or questions

September 1, 2011, The Bridgton News, Page D

about state government, please call me 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 Island, Raymond, Standish, Windham and Hollis.

come to expect, especially in our nation’s rural communities.

Post offices play a particularly central role in the life of isolated rural or island communities, often doubling as a local general store or meeting place. Two offices identified by USPS in their recently released report suggest two of Maine’s island community post offices — located on Matinicus Island and Cliff Island — could be closed as part of their consolidation efforts. For these communities, however, this decision would be devastating. As there is no regular ferry service to Matinicus Island, the way people, groceries, supplies, and mail get back and forth to the mainland is via a small plane operated with a subsidy to deliver mail. Without mail delivery, this transportation service would end, irrevocably disrupting the link between this isolated community and the rest of Maine. For residents of Cliff Island, the closure of their post office would mean a three-hour round trip ferry commute to access postal services such as buying stamps and retrieving mail.

Financial challenges faced by the USPS should not preclude the preservation of universal postal service and convenient community access, especially when the cost of maintaining rural postal services represents less than one percent of the USPS’ total budget. Careful assessment of the potential impact these proposed closures will have on communities, particularly in rural areas, must occur before the USPS moves forward with its proposed austerity measures. In a letter to Postmaster General Patrick Donahue, I explained that the majority of post offices that USPS identified in Maine serve remote and rural areas that would not be equitably serviced by alternative facilities. I explained that, “Closing these facilities would markedly diminish postal services provided to these rural com-

SHRINKWRAP

10.00 PER FOOT

$

up to 30 ft. overall length Flybridge and wide beams extra

We Come To You! Outside Storage Also Available

207-210-9351 Steve

7t34x

munities, and particularly services to the elderly and small businesses, who would lose a vital business resource and be forced to endure considerable hardship in finding an alternate post office.”

Universal postal service is an American vision that has served communities large and

small since the 1700s and was a founding principle in our Constitution.

Diminishing access would break a critical communication link and create new barriers to the flow of goods and information that would significantly undermine our economic prosperity and efficiency.

Oxford County Democrats BBQ

The Oxford County Democrats Summer BBQ has been rescheduled for Sunday, Sept. 18 at the University of Maine 4-H Camp and Leadership Center in Bryant Pond.

The event was originally set for Aug. 28, but was rescheduled due to Hurricane Irene.

Congressman Mike Michaud has confirmed for the new date, and former Secretary of State Matt Dunlap of Old Town and Rep. Jon Hinck of Portland, both potential contenders for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in 2012 will be in attendance. Other guests will include Democratic National

Committeeman Sam Spencer and other legislative and party leaders, as well as local legislators.

The program will begin with a Meet & Greet Social Time at 4:30 p.m., followed by a cookout meal with all the fixings at 5:30 p.m. in the dining hall.

There will be an introduction of guests and remarks following the meal.

Tickets are $20 per person including the meal and donation to the Oxford County Democrats. Tickets for children under 10 are $5. To reserve tickets, call 875-2116 or e-mail cathyn@megalink.net

Need to find a restaurant?

CHECK OUT THE COUNTRY LIVING PAGES OF The Bridgton News

The Bridgton News

Now!

ONLINE!

Full Version Subscription by the month or by the year

CLICK HERE! Latest issue available on your computer as it hits the newstands.

No waiting for mail delivery.

Sign Up Today!

One Month: $3.75

One Year: $28.95

bridgton.com

Page 10D, The Bridgton News, September 1, 2011

Area events

Our firefighters deserve our praise

In Maine, we have 405 fire departments protecting the lives and property of 1.3 million citizens every day. We count on the skill of these brave first responders who answer tens of thousands of calls in any given year. Whether it is a fire, damaging weather, or a medical emergency, Maine’s firefighters still make house calls.

Consider the courage and dedication it takes to enter a burning building, approach a blazing truck, or a smoldering railcar that may explode at any moment — especially, when others are running in the opposite direction. It requires training, skill, caring, and discipline to rescue and tend to a victim of a fire or an accident in the midst of confusion and danger.

Mainers are grateful for both our

career and volunteer firefighters regardless of where they serve.

In our largest communities or one of the myriad small towns in rural Maine, our first responders are always on the front lines.

First responders are our first boots on the ground to address danger caused by a natural disaster or even a terrorist attack. That is yet another reason why our firefighter and law enforcement personnel need communications systems and other equipment that is state of the art. We never again want to see individuals on rooftops pleading for help that may be delayed because of an inability of responders to communicate with one another or travel to the location where help is needed.

But we must be sure resources are invested carefully and

Views from Senate

by Susan Collins United States Senator

that an effective and efficient structure is established to manage emergency communications and equipment. Plans and systems must be tested during state, regional, and national level exercises.

Since 2002, Maine fire departments have been awarded more than $50 million in competitive grants under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program to help purchase new, used, or refurbished vehicles and

other equipment. This critical funding has helped Maine cities and towns obtain equipment for firefighting, interoperable communications, chemical detection, safety materials, and other purposes that are essential to first responders.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency administers the competitive grants and recently announced that Maine first responders can

apply for AFG grants from Aug. 15, 2011 until Sept. 9, 2011.

In testimony before the Senate Homeland Security Committee where I am the Ranking Member, Robert McAleer, director of the Maine Emergency Management Agency, said that “Maine has been fortunate to receive a significant amount of federal funding, for which we are very grateful, to support our efforts.

We have used that funding to leverage whatever local funding municipalities have generated to make notable improvements.”

In many cases, these federal dollars enable a community’s department to obtain equipment it simply couldn’t afford on its own. And in every case, the federal grants ease local financial burdens while advancing the national interest in having first

responders as prepared as possible for all disasters, whether natural or man-made.

Over the past year or so, fire departments in Allagash, Bristol, Chebeague Island, Milford, Norridgewock, Oakland, Winthrop, Carmel, New Gloucester, Orr’s and Bailey Islands, and other Maine towns have joined the ranks of those whose life-saving capabilities have been improved with these federal grants. My staff and I are always willing to help local departments navigate the grant process. Please let us know if we can help. In addition, grant guidance for this program is available at www.grants.gov, and at www.fema.gov/firegrants/ afggrants/index.shtm. Also the “Get Ready Guide,” available at www.fema.gov/pdf/firegrants/ Get_Ready_Guide.pdf, may also be useful for potential applicants and is provided to answer questions and to help prepare grant applications.

About my vote for bipartisan debt reduction

I know I join many Mainers in being disappointed with the recent Washington debate over the need to reduce our national debt and avoid a default crisis.

Over the last few weeks, many Mainers contacted me regarding the debt crisis and the need to protect Social Security and Medicare benefits. All along, one of my top priorities

was to make sure that our federal budget isn’t balanced on the backs of our nation’s seniors, who have spent a lifetime contributing to Social Security and Medicare. On Aug. 1, I ultimately decided to support the bipartisan compromise to raise the debt ceiling and cut federal spending because it contained explicit protections for Social

2-for-1 Special on Cats and Kittens!

September 1–18... with an approved application We need help with the big cat population problem we have at the shelter. All cats and kittens are spay/neut., wormed, combo tested, have Frontline and are up to date on shots!

Adoption Fee: 2 Cats $80. For more information, call 207-935-4358, or visit our website at: harvesthills.org

Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, Inc. 207-935-4358

1389 Bridgton Rd, Rte 302 E. Fryeburg, Me 04037

Security and Medicare benefits, which is something I repeatedly called for throughout this debate.

While this agreement isn’t perfect, it is a bipartisan compromise that will avoid default, which would have severely impacted the lives of every American. In addition to protecting Social Security and Medicare benefits, the deal avoids a government default, which makes sure that our seniors receive their Social Security checks on time. It is morally wrong, in my opinion, that our seniors had to worry about this in the first place.

The successful passage of this bipartisan deal also ensures that our service members will get paid and avoid putting their families through unneeded financial hardship. Veterans’ benefits will not be threatened.

Interest rates won’t skyrocket on homes and car loans. The bill also ensures that we won’t revisit this crisis in just a few months, which brings some

Views from Washington

by Mike Michaud United States Congressman

stability to our already fragile economy thereby making the investments and retirement savings of millions of Americans more secure.

Like many, I’m frustrated that the wealthiest Americans and large corporations were not asked to share in the sac-

rifice in this bill. I still believe that we should repeal corporate tax loopholes like wasteful tax breaks for the major oil companies and subsidies for ethanol.

While these provisions were not contained in the legislation directly, they can be considered by the bill’s deficit reduction

• LANDSCAPING lawns • plantings • clean ups prunings • walkways • patios

• PAINTING interior • exterior • drywall • wallpaper commercial • residential • fully insured

2t35x

OXFORD HILLS INTERNAL MEDICINE GROUP will be holding

FLU SHOT CLINICS

for our patients on the following dates: SAT., SEPT. 17, 2011 • 9:00 a.m. to NOON SAT., OCT.1, 2011 • 9:00 a.m. to NOON You MUST make an appointment if you wish to come to one of the clinics.

Call 743-7721 to make an appointment.

Ripley Medical Building, 193 Main St., Norway, ME 04268

5T35

committee, something previous proposals to solve the crisis had rejected. Moreover, as a result of the deficit reduction goals contained in the bill, it will be very difficult to extend the irresponsible and unaffordable Bush tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans.

To break the stalemate in Washington, no one party got everything it wanted. How we got there was messy, and I join many Mainers in being disgusted with the process. At the end of the day, however, I believe the bill makes some important progress that will improve the fiscal stability of our nation and protect Social Security and Medicare benefits.

As we move forward and the work of the new deficit reduction committee gets underway, members of Congress and President Obama should listen closely to the people they represent, not the special interests.

The American people don’t want a plan that comes from the right or from the left. This really shouldn’t be a partisan issue. We need to look beyond the rhetoric and focus on a balanced solution that is based on real numbers.

People of all political stripes must come together and pass a comprehensive plan that includes tax reforms as well as spending reductions.

This combination will bring down our debt in the long term because it’s not just one thing that has brought us to this point; it’s a combination of factors. If Washington can get its act together, I believe we have a real opportunity to set our country on a more sustainable fiscal path that lives up to the commitments we’ve made as a country.

BRIDGTON, MAINE MAIN STREET (207) 647-3711 Labor Day Hours 9 to 5

Tuesday-Saturday 8-8 Sunday 9-5

www.renys.com