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Milfoil outbreak prompts workshop

FAMILY SUPPORT FOR SWIM — Connie Sasser, 70, holds her newborn grandson in her arms as she is surrounded by family and friends after swimming the length of Pleasant Lake on Aug. 20.

(Photo courtesy of the Sasser family)

Woman, 70, swims Pleasant for next gen

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Some people are never too old to take on a dare.

Some folks cannot resist a double dare to go jump in a lake.

Ten years ago, a trio of neighbors who live on Pleasant Lake dared one another to swim the length of the lake during their 60th year on earth. Each of them — Ron Burd, Connie Sasser and Debra Shapiro turned 60 a year apart.

At the time, they all agreed to do it again when each of them turned 70 years old.

In 2017, it was Sasser’s turn.

“When we turned 60, ten years seems so far away. Then you are like, ‘Yep, I’ll do it again,’ ” she said. “We all hope to do it when we are 80.”

“Swimming has always been something I enjoy.

I grew up swimming in

chlorinated pools,” she said.

“It is wonderful to swim every summer here in the lake for the past 35 years. It is clear as any pool, which is pretty amazing,” she said.

According to the website Land Lubber, “Pleasant Lake is a glacial ribbon lake oriented in a north-to-south direction, with a surface area of 1,332 acres and a surface elevation of 427 feet.

The Greater Bridgton Lakes Region, an area of western Maine known for some of the most beautiful and cleanest bodies of water and the best brown trout fishing in the state, is home to the northern end of Pleasant Lake.”

As well as fulfilling a friendly challenge, Sasser’s goal was to draw attention to the preservation of Pleasant Lake.

The swim was accomplished “to call attention to

the lake and how much it means to all of us. Whether you are swimming, kayaking or fishing, keeping the whole lake clean helps all of those activities to continue,” she said.

Another objective was “to help defray the costs of what we contributed to the (Pleasant Lake-Parker Pond) Dam,” she said.

When Sasser said “we” she was referring to the Pleasant Lake-Parker Pond Lake Association, which needed to replenish the money it set aside which went toward the costs of replacing the dam, she said. In fact, the association paid an independent engineer to assess the dam when it was discovered it was no longer holding back water.

This year, Sasser used her swim as a fundraiser for the lake association.

One vital thing about planning a swim is: The SWIMS, Page 3A

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Local elected officials have had milfoil on the brain.

It has been the topic during the Naples Board of Selectmen meetings for the past several weeks. And, after the meetings, milfoil has been the center of conversations with lakefront residents.

Milfoil will be the subject matter during a special workshop on Monday.

The workshop starts at 6 p.m., one hour before the board’s regular Monday meeting.

The public is invited to attend. However, public comment will not be heard until after the workshop.

“The public is welcome to attend and after the workshop we will open it up for public comment,” Chairman Jim Grattelo said. “The public cannot participate in the workshop,” he said.

A variable leaf milfoil breakout at Mast Cove in Long Lake necessitated the milfoil workshop in the eyes of the selectmen. Many board members have studied the photos of the milfoil growth, which Lakes Environmental Association (LEA) estimates could be four years old. Mast Cove is part of a privatelyowned campground.

For the upcoming workshop, the Town of Naples has extended invitations to the towns of Harrison and Bridgton. As of 4 p.m. on Tuesday, those town officials had not responded, according to Town Secretary Kate Matthews.

LEA Assistant Director Colin Holme will be on hand, accompanied by

John McPhedram, of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

“I was invited to come in. I assume we will be talking about long-term planning,” Holme said.

Members of the Naples Board had hoped the town could assist by asking the boat owners to move their marine vessels away from the dock so LEA could more effectively and easily place mats on the floor of the lake and kill off the milfoil.

However, Holme is not sure the town has that authority.

“I don’t think they can. The town can’t say MILFOIL, Page 5A

Accrued vacation time puts dent in account

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The final payout to fulfill the contract of the former Naples town manager has left town officials considering a different approach to accrued vacation time.

The Naples Board of Selectmen honored the contract and voted to pay Ephrem Paraschak more than $30,000 in accrued vacation time.

The vote took place during a special meeting on Friday, Sept. 1, prior to the Labor Day weekend. All board members were present for this vote.

Chairman Jim Grattelo spoke on the subject, saying the town should be more conservative with the vacation time of the next town manager.

“I just want to comment, moving forward, we are going to really have to take a hard look at that: To have an employee work for the town for only three years and have a payout of $30,000 — I think is extreme,” Grattelo said.

“I would be in favor of a prorated payout TIME, Page 6A

Town extends manager search

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — There is still time for applicants to step forward.

The deadline was extended for candidates to apply for the vacant town manager position in the Town of Naples.

According to Chairman Jim Grattelo, another two weeks was added to the application deadline.

The Naples Board of Selectmen met on Friday and voted to extend the deadline in the hopes of receiving more resume packages from potential candidates.

“The purpose for the extension is the timing of the posting. Because it is the end of the summer, some people are on vacation,” Grattelo said.

When the board met, Labor Day weekSEARCH, Page 6A

Fair’s Firemen’s Muster reaches 40th year

By Rachel Damon Special to The News FRYEBURG — Gabe Watson looks forward to the Fryeburg Fair Firemen’s Muster for a variety of reasons.

“The Fair’s Muster is out of the ordinary routine for everyone. It’s a great time to get together. It’s a real social event and it’s all about family. Everyone sets up a tent and tailgates with their teams. You can’t beat it,” said the Fryeburg Fire Department captain.

Fryeburg Fair will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their Firemen’s Muster this year on Sunday, Oct. 1 beginning at 9 a.m. — always the first Sunday of

its eight-day schedule.

In 1977, local firemen and forest rangers began mulling the idea of starting a muster. Some had seen and attended similar events in nearby North Conway and Bridgton. They approached Fryeburg Fair and everyone agreed that a muster to highlight the skills, commitment and camaraderie of firefighters would happen on the first Sunday of Fryeburg Fair 1977.

The newly-formed Firemen’s Muster organization invited town fire departments within the Fryeburg Fair Society (Fryeburg, Lovell, Stow, Waterford, Stoneham, Hiram, Sweden, MUSTER, Page 2A

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FAMILY BEHIND THE MUSTER — The family behind Fryeburg Fair’s Firemen’s Muster — Corliss Watson (center) with his grandson, Gage Watson, and son, Clyde Watson.

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WATER BALL AND CLIMBING THE LADDER — The Denmark Fire Department in the “Water Ball” event (top) and Rich Merrill of the Brownfield Fire Department in the “Ladder Climb” event supported by fellow firefighters.

(Water Ball photo by Rachel Andrews Damon and Ladder photo by Lori Candelora)

Fair’s Firemen’s Muster reaches 40th year

(Continued from Page 1A) Porter, Bridgton, Otisfield, Cornish, Baldwin, Standish, Harrison, Denmark and Brownfield; Freedom, Eaton, Bartlett, Chatham, Conway and Jackson, N.H.) to participate in competitive events like the Ladder Climb, Bucket Brigade, Water Barrel, Dry Hose, Rescue and Water Ball.

Each town would bring their pumper truck filled with water and they would run through timed exercises.

The events were competitive

in every sense of the word overseen by knowledgeable and experienced judges and timers. Announcer Bob Walker, who was also the announcer for Oxford Plains Speedway, and a firefighter, emceed the event.

The backbone of the Fryeburg Fair Firemen’s Muster during its 40-year history is the Watson family, all three of Fryeburg.

The patriarch of the family is Corliss Watson, age 88. Corliss grew up in Fryeburg, graduated from

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After the military, he returned to Fryeburg, owned and operated his business, Watson’s Sunoco, as well as an apartment building and a rubbish business. He and his wife, Shirley, have been married for 64 years.

They have three children, Sheila Watson Smith, Clyde Watson and Teresa Watson Prouty.

Clyde joined the Fryeburg Fire Department in 1970 and worked sideby-side with his father organizing and running the Firemen’s Muster right from the start. Not just for the boys, both Watson daughters, as well as daughter-inlaw, Twyla Morris Watson,

have worked on the administrative and record-keeping end of the musters. Clyde is the Public Works director for the Town of Fryeburg.

He and Twyla have been married for 38 years and have two sons, Gabe and Gus. Gabe Watson, 35, is a captain at Fryeburg Fire Department and joined the Firemen’s Muster organization in 2000. He recently took over his father’s excavation and trucking business. Moving down another generation, Gabe has one son, Cole, age 7, and says, “The best thing about the Muster for me is having four generations of my family there on that day.”

Looking back on the last 40 years, Corliss says, “We’ve had some great people work with us on the Muster.”

He says he’s not sure he can remember all of them and then quickly begins to list a few, “Bob Butters, our head judge, was the chief of Norway Fire Department.

He dedicated his life to firefighting. Now his son, Randy, is the head judge.

We give out the Bob Butters Sportsmanship Trophy every year to recognize Bob’s contributions. Bonnie Seames, Bob’s daughter, has done scoring for 40 years.

Dennis Yates, Scott Hunter, Calvin Hunter, they’ve all been judges. They run the times and the rules we go by at Fryeburg Fair. Scott Gregory runs the Fryeburg

pumping truck and has done so for years. Rex Wiley did it before that.”

Corliss celebrated his 70th anniversary with the Fryeburg Fire Department this year and was featured on WCSH Channel 6 news.

Clyde has been with the department for 46 years and Gabe 15 years. Clyde has been the chief of Fryeburg Fire and is now a captain. Both Clyde and his father have been the president of the Western Maine Fireman’s Association.

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Woman, 70, swims Pleasant for next generation (Continued from Page 1A) weather dictates the date. So, it is more spontaneous than planned.

On the morning of Aug. 20, the surface of the lake was like that metaphorical mirror.

“When I first started the sun was coming up over the mountains in the east and the water was like glass. There was no one around and you could hear a loon off in the distance,” she said.

“As the sun came up, you got the sense there was a little more activity. I got started around 6:30 a.m.; and around 7:30 a.m., I heard the motors.

I could hear the boats,” she said. “It was like the day had started on the lake. I could hear people in their houses.”

“It was very, very peaceful. I got into a rhythm. I felt like I could swim forever,” she said.

Sasser’s family may have not donned wetsuits like she did, but they played a supportive role during her swim.

First off, on the day of the swim, there was a bass tour-

nament scheduled. Despite the possible challenge of motorized boat traffic, Sasser decided the lake conditions were too perfect to pass up.

Her husband dropped her off at her starting point, the Otisfield Town Beach.

Then, unbeknownst to her, he zipped over to the Casco Day Beach and talked to the people readying for the bass tourney.

“He asked them to be watchful of me,” she said. “I didn’t know this. I was swimming along people’s buoys.

They were all polite. All of them along the side that I actually saw were pulling up slowly to the side or drifting and obviously paying attention. I got the sense they were looking for me.”

“They would wave or cheer me on. There was a real feeling of comradery,” she said.

Her husband had told them, “Just so you know there is a woman swimming and here is why she is swimming,” Sasser said. “They took the message to heart.

They were mindful that I was in the water and why I was in the water.”

“The first part of the swim, nobody was with me.

But about halfway through, my daughter joined me in a kayak and gave me hot tea and a banana,” Sasser said.

“All of my swimming friends were waiting at Casco beach and some of my family, including my grandson, who was born this summer,” she said.

Sasser said has heard remarks along the line of the swim was quite an accomplishment, especially for someone her age.

“I am pretty confident most of the people who say that comment — I don’t think they could swim the whole lake. It is not about the speed, it is just that you get in and you swim for 4½ miles,” she said.

Exercising “on a regular basis, helps you stay in the game,” she said.

Typically, Sasser swims about a mile at a time, slightly less than neighbor Ron

Burd’s daily regimen. In fact, Sasser was heading out for a swim on Tuesday afternoon before the lake got too cold.

According to Sasser, the swim at age 60 and do it again at 70 “was a challenge for each of us. I have never swam 4½ miles before that.

But I said, ‘Sure, if you do it, I’ll do it.’ ” Sasser said she feels fortunate to live on Pleasant Lake, where homeowners and residents are active participants in the protection of the water quality. It is something that she now does for the younger generation, her grandchildren.

Pleasant Lake is a body of water she has enjoyed for 35 years.

“We even had the baby in the lake this summer, although he thought it was kind of cold,” she said. “I have four children and six grandchildren. Four of my grandchildren come from Florida and use every inch of the lake.”

“We all truly enjoy the lake,” she said.

VICTORIOUS — Connie Sasser, 70, emerges from the water at Casco Town Beach after swimming the 4½-mile length of Pleasant Lake as a dare and as a way to bring attention to protecting the lake’s water quality.

(Photo courtesy of the Sasser family)

Fair’s Firemen’s Muster celebrates 40th year

(Continued from Page 2A) the guys. I was 17 when I started. Everyone was gungho to do everything and not at all interested in pay.”

“I’ve always been interested in firefighting,” says Gabe. “I started going to the fire station with my father when I was about five years old. My son, Cole, is already going with me and he loves it.”

F r y e b u rg F a i r ’s Firemen’s Muster remains traditional in its events and organization today except for the fact that in 1990 it was opened to departments throughout New England and Canada.

Corliss says, “When we started back in 1977 we had about 15 teams locally.

Last year, we had 24, which often includes teams from

Canada, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Participation in the Muster is on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Invitations must be accepted by September 15.”

Clyde adds, “There’s lots of camaraderie at the Muster. We always have a moment of silence for those who have passed. Lori Panno of Brownfield has been singing the national anthem for us for years. We have traditions and we stick with them. The departments that participate love the Muster and the Fair because they all have a good time.”

Who’s the best team at Fryeburg Fair’s Firemen’s Muster?

Gabe says, “Brownfield has attended the muster every year — perfect attendance. We recognized them at the 35th

event with a special award.

They also won the sportsmanship award last year.”

“North Conway has had great participation too,” says Clyde. “We have a plaque for the team with the most event wins. Waterford is a very impressive department.

They muster all summer long in different locations.

For a while, they competed on a professional level.”

All three Watsons agree on the highlights of Muster day. Clyde says, “I think one of the best things is the morning breakfast when the teams cook and tailgate before the Muster begins.

We all get to visit and it’s great to see everyone again.”

Gabe adds, “The crowd loves it when Richard Merrill from the Brownfield

Fire Department climbs to the top of the ladder.”

Merrill, now 56, has been doing this for 39 years.

“Every year he’s on that ladder. It can sway a little bit…but he is on it, he’s sticking to it and climbing no matter what direction the ladder takes. It’s very impressive. Unfortunately his knees are starting to bother him a bit,” he said.

(Writers note: Word on the street is that despite a few aches and pains, Rich Merrill will be on the ladder again in October.)

If you’re wondering what happens should a fire break out while local firefighters are at the Muster, Gabe reassures, “We have an engine staffed downtown so they can respond immediately. And the rest of us

are ready to go right behind them if necessary.”

Andy Dufresne, a lifelong firefighter, and chief of the Fryeburg Fire Department says, “We are very fortunate to have three generations of Watsons serving here. They are very dedicated and hardworking individuals. Corliss was just recognized for 70 years of service. That’s quite an amazing achievement in any field.”

Despite the Watson family commitment to firefighting, Clyde says, “Unfortunately volunteer firefighters are not joining at the rate we

need. The family legacies just aren’t around anymore.

And it’s much harder to get the younger ones to join.

There’s a lot more going on for them now. All departments are in the same boat.

When I was a junior firefighter there were 25 others with me, now there are none. All of us would like to see more people come out and serve.”

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Bridgton Police Department blotter items These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, August 28 9:59 a.m. Police were informed that a patient was being sent to have prescription medication disposed.

3:27 p.m. Two vehicles were involved in a collision in the library parking lot.

3:38 p.m. About 10 bales of hay were reportedly stolen from a South High Street farm.

5:33 p.m. A local resident reported that her computer screen suddenly went red and a telephone number appeared. She called and was asked for personal information to pay for a computer cleanup. She declined and ended the call.

10:22 p.m.

Police received a report of two elderly women fighting on Depot Street.

11:55 p.m. A suspicious person was reportedly at the library. Police found a man using the library’s WiFi Internet connection.

Tuesday, August 29 12:33 a.m. A pickup truck in the woods off North High Street and Keene Lane was on fire.

3:56 p.m. Three juveniles reportedly were breaking

windows at a Smith Avenue trailer. The subjects were identified. Further investigation pending.

5:23 p.m. An Ingalls Road resident reported a burglary, which occurred sometime during the afternoon.

6:19 p.m. Police checked Harrison Road after receiving a report of a possible intoxicated pedestrian.

7:10 p.m. Rescue personnel were sent to the movie theater for a subject suffering a diabetic emergency.

7:29 p.m. A car collided with a deer on Dugway Road.

9:32 p.m. Rescue personnel were sent to a Knights Hill Road residence for an unconscious male.

10:02 p.m. Police and rescue were sent to check on a “disoriented” female on Main Street.

Wednesday, August 30 4:36 p.m. A local resident received a call from someone claiming to be from the IRS. The resident terminated the call.

6:53 p.m. Police were sent to Bell Point Road regarding a neighbor dispute.

7:18 p.m. Police checked Highland Road after receiving a report of several gunshots.

8:11 p.m. Police checked

Wayside Avenue after receiving a report of a little girl screaming.

Thursday, August 31 1:10 a.m. A complaint regarding the sound of heavy equipment being used at an old saw mill on Harrison Road was reported.

8:20 a.m. A Brown Mill Road resident reported shots being fired.

8:44 a.m. Police were alerted about debris in the road along Route 302, near Raspberry Lane, possibly being a traffic hazard.

1:23 p.m. A caller requested to speak to an officer regarding a text message received about drugs.

11:50 p.m. Firefighters responded to a report of smoke inside a building on Plummer’s Landing Road.

Friday, September 1 6:48 a.m. Police received a report of criminal mischief along Main Street.

8:34 a.m. A young male reportedly was standing in the middle of Highland Road “pulling his pants down.”

10:38 a.m. Police received a report of a vehicle being stolen on Portland Road. At 2:03 p.m., the abandoned vehicle was recovered on an ATV trail in Casco.

12:35 p.m. A subject claimed to being harassed on Facebook.

4:55 p.m. Officer Reese met with a subject regarding a custodial matter.

6:17 p.m. Officer Reese met with an individual regarding an incident at a local store.

6:26 p.m. Police received a complaint of “drag racing” on Middle Ridge Road.

7:57 p.m.

Officers Mailman and Gaumont responded to a vehicle crashing into a ditch on South Bridgton Road.

Saturday, September 2 12:09 p.m. A two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of North High Street and Mountain Road.

3:51 p.m. A caller received a solicitation from a law enforcement coalition.

7:07 p.m. Police received a report of three people dressed as clowns and holding machetes on a trail in Pondicherry Park. Officers

Swiatek and Hammond walked a majority of the park and failed to locate the subjects.

9:51 p.m. Police received a fireworks complaint on Pond Road.

11:43 p.m. A guitar was found on Main Street.

Sunday, September 3 2:07 a.m. Receiving a report of a vehicle leaving a party in Bridgton and striking a mailbox, Officers Hammond and Mailman assisted a county deputy with a stop on Harrison Road involving multiple subjects. The officers then went to Hazelton Lane in Naples regarding an underage drinking party.

10:01 a.m. Shoes were stolen from a Main Street location.

2:34 p.m. Several males were suspected of drinking liquor in a store bathroom and were asked to leave.

Police checked the area.

3:56 p.m. A North Road subject claimed his vehicle was “sideswiped” sometime during the day.

4:37 p.m. A motor vehicle crash with property damage occurred on South High Street. Sgt. Jones responded.

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9:03 p.m. Police received a report of a teen runaway in Harrison.

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9:58 a.m. An animal complaint on Smith Street was checked.

12:30 p.m. Police handled a terrorizing complaint.

Tuesday, August 29 1:05 a.m. Police assisted Fryeburg Rescue with a call on Little Chatham Road.

11:33 a.m. A motor vehicle crash occurred on Main Street.

8:30 p.m. A disturbance occurred at the American Legion on Bradley Street.

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Recovery rally this Saturday

NORWAY — The Second Annual Western Maine Recovery Rally this Saturday, Sept. 9 will bring people from across Western Maine together to support and celebrate recovery from addiction. The event has been widely promoted across the region and will offer free transportation from the River Valley and

Fryeburg areas to the event, and back.

As a part of National Recovery Month, the rally will be a show of community support for those dealing with substance use disorders. Addiction has been a dark cloud hanging over the rural communities of Western Maine for several years. The

event is a reminder that there is hope for people touched by addiction, and this hope lies in treatment and recovery, and communities that care enough to see that everyone gets the help that they need.

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Eric Bloomberg, the caretaker of JCC Camp Kingswood, has protected the camp’s investment in its roads, footpaths and beach.

By doing so over his more than 15 years of caretaking, he has also protected Woods Pond.

And his efforts have now earned Camp Kingswood a LakeSmart Award for “living lightly on the land for

the sake of the lake.” Camp Kingswood is only the second summer camp to receive the LakeSmart Award.

Camp Kingswood’s property is a model of stormwater runoff control. The main road is protected from erosion by properly-sized and spaced culverts and ditches on its shoulders, which direct runoff into adjacent vegetation. The main lodge has two

French drains directing roof runoff around the building and into nearby vegetation.

The camp’s main lawn is contoured to direct runoff away from the beach and into forested areas to its north and south. The camp footpaths are engineered to get storm water into forested areas instead of flowing on the path itself and gouging the surfaces.

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(Continued from Page 1A) we need you to move the boat unless it was part of their permitting when they permitted the dock.

“The only thing would be a surface use restriction.

LEA discussed it with DEP when the infestation was first discovered on Long Lake,” Holme said. “First, we would have to argue for the surface

use restriction. We would have to get it and to implement it.”

“A lot of the boats are owned by people who aren’t there,” Holme said. “Although we really want the boats out of there, we aren’t sure it is possible” to force the removal of the vessels, he said.

The Maine Court ruling regarding moorings indicated

that the water belongs to the State of Maine. However, the dock in the water is private property as well as the boats tied there.

“We have worked around the boats but it is difficult.

We have been working around the boats and around the dock. We’ve made good progress,” Holme said, adding that LEA staff plan to continue the milfoil eradication at Mast Cove.

Naples Chairman Jim Grattelo said he hopes the workshop’s guests can answer whether or not the town has the power to have boats removed or if the town has to ask nicely.

“We want to know what authority the town would have to move the boats so LEA can do its job. The water is under the jurisdiction of the State of Maine. The town would like to ask for the boat to be removed so LEA can put a blanket on the milfoil growing there,” Grattelo said.

More than once Selectman Bob Caron II has said the milfoil growth and the fact no one reported it sooner are topics that raise his blood pressure.

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the state lost 386 people — young and old, rich and poor, those who seemed to have everything going for them and those who seemed to have the deck stacked against them.

The heroin and opioid crises show no signs of slowing down, although deaths have decreased due to first responders (police officers and EMTs) administering Narcan. This medication blocks the effects of opioids and is given to those who have suffered a lethal overdose. Week after week, lives are saved because of this intervention, yet the epidemic remains.

Clearly, there is important work to be done and many people who need recovery and treatment. Coming together as a community to celebrate recovery, and show support for those dealing with substance use disorders, can be RALLY, Page 7A

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9:17 a.m. A harassment complaint filed by a Maple Street subject was unfounded.

Saturday, September 2 4:53 a.m. A traffic stop at the corner of Main Street and Haley Town Road resulted in police charging Ralph Roth, 58, of Center Conway, N.H., with failing to register a motor vehicle.

11:35 a.m. Police assisted Fryeburg Rescue with a call on the Jockey Cap trail. A subject was transported to the hospital.

8:14 p.m. A nonreportable motor vehicle crash occurred at a Lovell Road campground.

9:09 p.m. Suspicious activity at a local campground was checked.

Sunday, September 3 11:37 a.m. A stop on Pine Street resulted in police charging Bradley J. Wheaton, 34, of Plymouth, with failing to register a motor vehicle.

9:40 p.m. Police responded to disturbance report on Fish Street.

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would see this is serious. This could affect the entire lake, it could affect other communities also,” Caron said.

He said that in addition to Naples, the towns of Harrison and Bridgton should get on board because Long Lake is located in all three towns.

“I am hoping that we can stress to the business that it is important. We need to move boats so that LEA can do its job,” he said. “That is the short-term goal.”

“This milfoil has been there for four to five years.

That is something they [campground owners or boat owners] should have reported. Unfortunately, it went unchecked for a long time,” Caron said.

“Long-term, the town should pass an ordinance for private campgrounds on the lakes to do milfoil inspections,” Caron said.

“I hate to see that. You don’t want more rules, more laws. You would hope the businesses would do this on their own, since they know what milfoil is capable of doing to a body of water,” Caron said.

“The lake is their livelihoods, and milfoil could ruin that,” he said. “It is here. We have to deal with it, hopefully sooner than later.”

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(Continued from Page 1A) based on tenure like the other employees are.”

Selectman Jim Turpin studied the paperwork before him before commenting.

“It would appear that a big chunk of this is accrued vacation time. For the next town manager, we might want to consider a graduated scale for the first year,” he said.

“This is pretty generous vacation package,” he said.

Grattelo said that the allowable annual vacation days are more than most town managers would be able to take while working for a town with a small staff like Naples has.

“You would never be able to take this time off in a small town like this,” Grattelo said.

The outgoing package of the town manager required the use of two accounts. The board voted to take $16,294 out of one line item and a remaining $19,000 out of the administrative sick leave and vacation time.

According to Town Finance Director Harriet Condon, the latter account totaled $30,000, leaving about $21,000 for those needs.

During a phone interview on Tuesday, Chairman Grattelo said the town will need to build up the administrative leave and vacation fund. Additionally, as the contract is negotiated with the future town manager, the selectmen may seek another approach to vacation time, he said.

(Continued from Page 1A) end was approaching and that time period meant many professionals might be taking off for the four-day weekend.

“The second reason is we received two applications after the deadline; and in order to accept those, we had to extend the deadline,” Grattelo said.

Now, qualified professionals have until 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 15, to submit their resumes, he said.

Previously, the deadline had been Friday, Aug. 28.

The end result was a total of 19 applications, Grattelo said.

“We were hoping to get a bigger pool of candidates,” he said.

Around the state of Maine, there have been several town manager positions vacated.

Some of those have been filled, which could mean candidates that weren’t chosen might be interested in the Naples position.

“Some of those town manager jobs were filled,” Grattelo said.

“One of the applicants was on vacation when the job was posted and found out about it after the deadline,” he said.

“It’s the time of year. The worst time of the year is the end of August” because so many people are on vacation.

For the time being, Town Clerk Judy Whynot is acting town manager.

Mark’s Lawn and Garden will be hosting their annual Monarch butterfly release on Sunday, Sept. 10, at 1 p.m. from the Butterfly Pavilion.

They have upwards of 1000 Monarch butterflies to release.

This is a free event open to the public. (Rain date Sunday, Sept. 18.)

Their main objective is to increase the population of Monarch butterflies in Maine and to provide a fun and educational experience for all ages, and also to convey that the Monarch butterfly population is dwindling nationwide. Each of us has a responsibility to provide a healthy environment for these beautiful pollinators.

The Butterfly Pavilion is a 3,000 square foot butterfly

biosphere consistent with sustaining the Monarch butterfly life cycle. Annually they bring in Monarch butterflies that lay eggs on our milkweed. The hatched caterpillars eat the milkweed and become chrysalises that emerge into butterflies that will lay more eggs. Their goal is to grow a thousand or more butterflies each year to release in September, when they will hopefully migrate to Mexico and perpetuate more Monarchs to return to Maine for future generations.

The Pavilion is open from July 1st through the public butterfly release in early September.

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End-of-season sale The Bridgton Arts and Crafts Society will be closing their shop at 12 Depot St. in Bridgton for the season on Sunday, Sept. 24. They will be holding an end-of-season sale of Maine-made gifts and crafts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Sept. 22, 23, and 24, and all items in the shop will be 10 percent off. The shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends during the month of September. Tickets are still available for the quilt raffle, which will be drawn on Sunday, Sept. 24. Raffle ticket holders do not need to be present to win.

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS — The Bridgton Lions Club and the Harrison Lions Club joined together for a joint installation of officers. District Governor Norm Hart performed the dual installation at Matt Frank’s farm off Route 35 in Harrison overlooking the White Mountains. Pictured left to right: Matt Frank, Harrison Lion; Bridgton president Cliff Tuchon; DG Norm Hart; Harrison president Cliff Roderick; Harrison Lion Maureen Johnson; and Bridgton Lion Eric Nelson.

Ask Experts: Opioid questions Editor’s Note: This is the Part 3 installment of some of the questions and answers that came out as a result of a community forum sponsored by Lake Region Adult Education and Lakes Region Substance Abuse Coalition.

Answers are provided by various Lakes Region Substance Abuse Coalition members with expertise in the fields of medicine, treatment, recovery, mental health, prevention and public policy.

In this article, LRSAC shares answers to questions from the treatment and recovery topic area. Previous articles addressed Q&A from other topic areas — definitions and risks factors, prevention and intervention.

A copy of the complete Q&A document is available upon request — send via e-mail to lrsacoalition@gmail.com Q: What responsibility is the medical community taking for over-prescribing opioid pain medication?

A: The rise in prescription narcotics may have been driven partly by the pharmaceutical industry and over-prescribing, but many patients also welcomed and encouraged it.

Many people believe deeply in the power of modern medicine to cure illness, and bristle at the notion that pain is a fact of life.

The promise of a set of medicines that could cure pain was appealing to many patients — and, with a customer-is-alwaysright mentality having pervaded the doctor’s office, patients

were able to pressure physicians to satisfy their requests for the pain pills they’d begun hearing about.

However, physicians and physician’s groups have been working together with public health officials and policy makers to come up with effective strategies such as safe prescribing practices, prescription disposal programs, prescription monitoring programs, etc. to reduce the current crisis.

Corresponding public education campaigns are also important and physicians can/are helping to educate their patients about pain management options and the risk of dependency associated with some medications, particularly opioids.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, has developed safety guidelines for prescribing opioids — there’s a checklist for patients and for practitioners on the CDC website: https://www.cdc. gov/drugoverdose/prescribing/ resources.html.

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Naloxone (Narcan) is used to prevent overdose by opioids such as heroin, morphine, and oxycodone. It blocks opioid receptor sites, reversing the toxic effects of the overdose.

Naloxone is administered when a patient is showing signs of opioid overdose.

Naltrexone is a medication used in MAT to treat both opioid and alcohol use disorders. It works differently in the body than Buprenorphine and Methadone, which activate opioid receptors in the body that suppress cravings. Naltrexone binds and blocks opioid receptors, and is reported to reduce opioid cravings. Patients on Naltrexone may have reduced tolerance to opioids and may be unaware of their potential sensitivity to the same, or lower, doses of opioids that they used to take. If patients who are treated with Naltrexone relapse after a period of abstinence, it is possible that the dosage of opioid that was previously used may have life-threatening consequences, including respiratory arrest and circulatory collapse.

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Obituaries

PORTLAND — Barbara Anna (Stinnett) Wildes, 85, died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017 at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Barbara was born April 12, 1932 at the Fort McKinley Hospital on Great Diamond Island.

As a 1950 graduate of Portland High School, she belonged to the Delta Kappa Phi sorority. Following her marriage to Wilbur T. Wildes Jr. on Nov. 11, 1950, she was an active mother of four children.

She eventually worked as a South Portland crossing guard and later as an attendant in the University of Southern Maine cafeteria.

She retired in 1994 from children’s clothing retail.

Barbara lived a joyful life, enjoying swimming, bingo, plants, gardens, flower shows, craft fairs, recreational center day trips, Red Hat Ladies outings and the aviary of birds in her backyard. Her fondest memories were her annual trips to North Conway, a vacation in the Dominican Republic and a special cruise to the Caribbean. She was always excited to plan a summer visit to Great Diamond Island in a borrowed golf cart to view the historic buildings that stood where she grew up. She especially loved to talk about the experience of spending her childhood summers in the one-room schoolhouse with teacher, Miss Boyce, while her parents worked. Barbara loved summer cookouts and celebrating the holidays, especially Christmas at home with her family — everyone was warmly welcomed into her home.

After celebrating 59 years of marriage, her husband Wilbur predeceased her on Feb. 21, 2010. She is also predeceased by her parents; brothers Richard and George; sister Carlena; and her grandson.

Barbara is survived by her children: W. Timothy III of Bridgton, Michael of South Portland, Julie of Cape Elizabeth and Peter of South Portland; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours will be 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 7, at Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Road, South Portland.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Refuge League, P.O. Box 336, Westbrook, ME 04092.

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WESTBROOK — Martin T. Malia, 84, of Westbrook, died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017 at Maine Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

Martin was born in Portland on Sept.

1, 1933, the son of the late Martin J. and Mary W. (McCafferty) Malia. He attended local schools, graduating from South Portland High School in 1952. Following high school, he enlisted and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. After returning home, Martin attended the University of Maine Portland-Gorham earning a bachelor’s degree in Business.

Working in retail management, Martin worked for more than 20 years at Porteous, Mitchell & Braun on Congress Street. He then worked for several years at Pecks Department Store in Lewiston. Semi-retiring, he then worked in the dietary department for the Barron Center, Brighton Medical Center, Jackson Brook Institute, and the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough, retiring full-time from the Betsy Ross House.

In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time on Crescent Lake, gardening, and was said to be a great cook. He also served as an organist for several area churches including St. Maximilian Kolbe and Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Windham, which he was one of the founding members. He also attended Holy Cross and his home church of St. John the Evangelist in South Portland. He also worked part-time as a crossing guard for the City of South Portland.

His greatest love was the time he spent surrounded by his family, who referred to him as a “quiet, but generous person.”

Martin was predeceased by a sister, Barbara Malia; and two brothers, John and George Malia.

He is survived by a daughter, Winifred Malia of Scarborough; three sons, William M. of Pennsylvania, Stephen P. of Scarborough and Thomas M. Malia of Alabama; three sisters, Helen Scott of Chebeague Island, Mary Perry of Raymond and Margaret Eckert of New Hampshire; three brothers, Daniel Malia of Massachusetts, Richard Malia of Wells and James Malia of Westbrook; his former wife, Eleanor Malia of Westbrook; 10 grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours and a celebration of Martin’s life were held on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, at the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017 at 8:15 a.m. followed by a 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Broadway, South Portland.

To view Martin’s memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com Those who wish may make contributions in Martin’s memory to: American Diabetes Association/Portland Maine Division, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.

Death Notice Ruth W. Oberg

Ruth W. Oberg, 94, of Bridgton passed away Tuesday, Sept.

5, 2017 at Bridgton Hospital.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 15, at the First Congregational Church, UCC, 33 South High Street, Bridgton.

A full obituary will follow. Arrangements are in the care of Chandler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton.

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Clarence R. Currie, 83, of North Bridgton and Scarborough, died Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017 at Bridgton Healthcare Center with his family by his side.

He was born in North Conway, N.H. on Jan. 14, 1934, the son of Stanley R. Currie and Arlene N. (Thombs) Clemons and stepson of John (Jack) G. Clemons.

He was raised in Bartlett, N.H. and graduated from Bartlett High School in 1952, a class of 14 students. He attended NH Technical Institute, Portsmouth N.H. studying Mechanics.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1958 and was in the reserves until 1962. One of his highlights while in the service was going to Paris, France.

He married his wife of 51 years, Marilyn E. (Mowatt) Currie on Jan. 31, 1959 in Portland.

He had a love of trains and enjoyed country music. He loved playing his guitar and singing, You Are My Sunshine to his nieces and nephews. He enjoyed watching baseball; he was a NY Yankees fan and a Detroit Tigers fan. He went by many nicknames including Sonny, Chick, Chiclet, and Chick-A-Boom.

He worked for BP Oil, the Town of Scarborough as a school bus driver, and was a volunteer fireman for the Scarborough Fire Department. He was a member of the Governor William King Masonic Lodge 219 in Scarborough for 38 years.

Clarence was predeceased by his wife Marilyn in 2010; sisters Margaret Ainsworth and Joyce Ainsworth.

He is survived by a daughter, Pamela J. (Currie) Christy of North Bridgton; a granddaughter, a grandson and two greatgrandsons; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation and funeral were held on Tuesday, Sept. 5, followed by a reception at the Hobbs Funeral Home, 671 U.S. Rte. 1, Scarborough. Committal was also held Tuesday, Sept. 5, at Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress Street, Portland.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hobbsfuneralhome.com

Darla J. Rines PAWCATUCK, CONN. — Darla J. Rines, 81, of Pawcatuck, Conn., passed away peacefully on Friday, Sept. 1, 2017.

Darla was the daughter of Harry E. Jewett and Bertha D. (Sanborn) Jewett of Fryeburg, Maine, and sister to the late Patricia (Jewett) Tennant.

Darla was the beloved wife of 54 years of the late Andrew W. Rines. She is survived by four loving children and their spouses, Lisa Ploof and her husband Ronald, Andrea Yates, David Rines and his wife Sheryl, and Stephen Rines and his wife Justine. Darla is also survived by seven loving and beautiful grandchildren, David, Sara, Alyssa, Jacob, Andrew, Kaitlyn and Matthew.

Darla was a graduate of Fryeburg Academy, and received a degree from the Forsythe School of Dental Hygiene in Boston. While raising four children, she also worked as a dental hygienist in Westerly, R.I., and was active in tennis and golf. Darla’s true passions were her church and her music. She was a devoted member of the United Congregational Church of Westerly, and she served as its organist for 18 years.

A service for Darla will be held on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, at 11 a.m., at the United Congregational Church of Westerly, 9 Castle Hill Road, Pawcatuck, Conn. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, Sept. 8, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home, 121 Main Street, Westerly, R.I. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Darla’s name may be made to: United Congregational Church of Westerly, 9 Castle Hill Road, Pawcatuck, CT 06379. For online condolences, please visit Buckler-Johnston.com

Sheryl A. Mowatt Sheryl Ann “Sherry” Mowatt, 69, of Bridgton, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday, Sept., 3, 2017, at Maine Medical Center due to heart complications.

Sheryl was born Feb., 20, 1948 in Portland, daughter of Merlon and Shirley Bailey. Sheryl was a graduate of Portland High School in 1966, and began working at Fairchild’s/ National Semi-Conductor until marrying Arthur Wesley Mowatt III, after which she then moved to Bridgton to begin her life as a loving wife and mother. Sheryl spent her life as a homemaker and day care provider for many young individuals.

Sheryl enjoyed attending Lake Region High School basketball games, rarely missing a game whether at home or away. She spent her time reading, crocheting, baking her infamous chocolate chip cookies, frequenting craft fairs, spending the summer swimming at Woods Pond, and spending time with her family. Sheryl looked forward to the Christmas season, setting up her snowmen and displaying her ceramic figures. Sheryl always had a soft spot for the neighborhood cat “Tigger,” and loved sharing his company.

Sheryl is survived by her husband of 41 years, Arthur Mowatt III; sons Jason and Jamie Mowatt of Bridgton; daughter and sonin-law Shari and Thomas Smith of Denmark; brother Robert Bailey of Waterbury, Vt.; grandchildren Cody Smith of Norway, Piper Shulack of Fla., and Landon Mowatt of Limington; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to a time of memorial visitation from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 8, at the Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8 Elm St., Bridgton. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m., Sept. 9, at the Bridgton Alliance Church, 368 Harrison Rd., Bridgton. Interment will follow at the North Bridgton Cemetery. Condolences and tributes may be shared with Sherry’s family and friends at www.chandlerfunerals.com

LakeSmart status (Continued from Page 5A) By protecting its investment, Camp Kingswood is also assuring that its pristine lakeside experience continues for future campers.

All of these features reduce the upkeep cost of Camp Kingswood. And by keeping storm water out of Woods Pond these design elements minimize erosion and help prevent phosphorous from entering the lake. Phosphorous feeds algae, so keeping it out of Woods Pond helps protect from algae blooms.

“Camp Kingswood grounds are a model of how to meld a commercial property with lake and land stewardship. Youth summer camps are an important economic driver for the area and rely on clear, clean water to draw in campers,” said Colin Holme, LEA’s assistant director.

“Eric Bloomberg clearly recognizes this relationship and has diligently worked to ensure a harmonious relationship between the camp and the pond.”

LEA’s LakeSmart program is generally intended to help owners of lakeside property adopt lake-friendly practices.

Camp Kingswood shows that lake-friendly practices can save money.

Inquiries about how to have your property evaluated for its lake-friendliness should be directed to Colin Holme at LEA. His contact information is 647-8580 and colin@ leamaine.org

Recovery Rally

(Continued from Page 5A) an incredibly powerful and helpful action. The Recovery Rally will follow the success of an inaugural rally held in September 2016, which drew more than 100 people from across Oxford County. It will again involve a unified march from downtown Norway, where people will gather at 11 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 479 Main St. Free T-shirts and signs to carry during the march will be available upon arrival. At 11:30 a.m., the crowd will march to Moore Park in South Paris where a rally will be held with music and free food. Several speakers will share powerful personal stories about how their lives have been shaped by addiction, loss, and recovery. The event will conclude at 2:30 p.m. with transportation to take people back to their vehicles in Norway. In the event of inclement weather, the rally will be moved from Moore Park to the Paris Fire Department at 137 Western Ave. in Paris. If such a move is required, an announcement will be made by 9 a.m. on Sept. 9 via www. projectsaveme.org and the Facebook page for the Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative.

Free transportation is being provided to help bring people from across Western Maine together for this important event.

A bus will pick people up from Common Ground Counseling at 89 Main St. in Mexico and leave for Norway at 10 a.m.

Another bus will also pick up riders at 10 a.m. at Common Ground Counseling’s Fryeburg location, 639 Main St. The busses will deliver riders to the UU Church in Norway at 11 a.m. and provide rides back to Mexico and Fryeburg when the rally concludes at approximately 2:30 p.m. Ride Source and Bennett Transportation are generously donating this transportation. Those who would like a ride should RSVP by contacting Michelle Roberts at addictionrecovery207@ gmail.com or 381-0486.

Other generous donors making this event possible include Aubuchon Hardware; Common Grounds Counseling; Daddy-O’s; Duguay Electric; Hannaford; Healthy Oxford Hills; Hot Colors; Kane’s Catering; the Law Office of Peter J. Kaynor; Mark and Debi Hamlin; Mike and Sandy Surette; Mollyockett Motel & Swim Spa; Naples Packing Co; Poland Spring; Record Building Supply; Ride Source; River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition; River Valley Rising; Stephens Memorial Hospital; Swett Signs; The Progress Center; Tri County Mental Health; and Western Maine Steel.

Signature sponsorship for the event is being provided by the New England Addiction Technology Transfer Center. A grant from the Maine Health Access Foundation, provided through the Oxford County Wellness Collaborative, offered funding support for coordinating the event.

The event is being coordinated by the Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative (WMARI), a group of dedicated individuals who meet regularly to coordinate a response to the crisis of substance use disorders. WMARI’s mission is to build a collaborative, nonjudgmental environment to support addiction recovery through education, advocacy, and compassionate community action. The group meets monthly and welcomes new members. Contact Jessica Abbott at 739-6222 or jessica@healthyoxfordhills.org for more information.

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PARSONSFIELD — Philip E. Lovejoy, 83, of Parsonsfield, died peacefully at his home with family by his side on Aug. 31, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in Lewiston on July 27, 1934, a son of Leon and Dorothy Green Lovejoy, and grew up in North Waterford. He attended Waterford schools and graduated from Gould Academy in Bethel, Class of 1952. Gould Academy and his classmates always held a special place in his heart. He attended S.M.V.T.I., and then proudly served four years in the U.S. Air Force, honorably discharged in 1957 as a Staff Sergeant.

Philip became a licensed insurance agent. He worked with Boston Mutual Life Ins. Co., then became a partner in the Frost Agency in Norway. He moved his family to Fryeburg in 1965, where he had purchased the McDonald Agency. In 1970 he merged his agency with the Pike Insurance Agency, owned by Asa O. Pike III and Asa O. Pike IV. They expanded to New Hampshire, purchasing the Dahl Agency and then combining it with the Conway Insurance Agency. In 1985, he left the group and formed The Lovejoy Agency with offices in Parsonsfield, Limerick and Standish, retiring in 2007.

Phil was a member and Past Master of Pythagorean Masonic Lodge #11 in Fryeburg, and he just received his 50-year pin. He enjoyed hunting with his family and friends in Maine and Pennsylvania, and was an avid Red Sox fan. He loved spending winters at his home in Englewood, Fla., as well as going to the casinos. Above all he loved spending time with family and friends, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Laura (Day) Lovejoy of Parsonsfield; his children, Debra Lovejoy and fiancé Jerry Ledin of Harrison, Karen Callaghan of Porter, Scott Lovejoy and wife Lisa of Fryeburg, and Wendy Davidson and husband Eddie of Fryeburg; his stepdaughter, Melissa Zulick of Englewood, Fla.; as well as many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours were held on Tuesday, Sept. 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple St., Cornish, followed by a brief prayer service at the funeral home. A Masonic graveside service followed at 2 p.m. at Stanley Cemetery on the Brownfield Road (Rt. 160), in South Hiram. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to: Gould Academy, PO Box 860, Bethel, ME 04217.

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Slugger is coming to Harmon Field

Breakfasts & Suppers Friday, September 8 Harvest supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, Route 5, Center Lovell. Supper includes corned beef, cabbage, beets, carrots, potatoes, turnips, bread, pie, coffee, and lemonade. $10 for adults, $4 for children under 12.

Saturday, September 9 Pancake Breakfast, 7 to 9 a.m., West Baldwin United Methodist Church, W. Baldwin. Meal includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice. $7 adults, $3 children.

Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by Daughters of the Nile, 5 to 7 p.m., Oriental Masonic Lodge, Harrison Rd. (Rte. 117), Bridgton, Menu features spaghetti with meatballs, meat sauce, alfredo sauce, or tomato sauce; garlic bread; tossed salad; dessert; and beverages. Adults $7, children five to 12 $5.

Classic baked bean supper, sittings at 4:30 and 6 p.m., East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, Rayville Road in Otisfield, one mile from Route 121. Menu includes homemade baked beans, green salad, potato salad, coleslaw, hot dogs, corn bread, rolls, desserts, and beverages. The meal is free but donations to benefit community projects are gratefully accepted.

Sunday, September 10 Turkey Pot Pie Dinner, 2 to 4 p.m., Sebago Town Hall (old Potter Academy gym). Sponsored by Sebago Volunteer Association Scholarship Fund. $10 adults, $5 children six to 12, children under five eat for free.

Saturday, September 16 Baked bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., East Baldwin Church Parish Hall, 26 School St., East Baldwin.

Everyone welcome. FMI 675-3284.

Roast beef dinner, 5 to 6 p.m. or until the beef runs out, Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St., Raymond. This dinner is a 45-year tradition! All are welcome. $10 for adults, $5 for children.

event. This year it is hoped that over 200 people will be fed at the Slugger event.

The Free Community Field Day begins at noon and the free lunch will be served until 1 p.m. The meal will consist of hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, apples, cookies, and water. The kickball game with elementary schoolchildren begins after lunch with Slugger arriving just in time to kick the first ball. A large group picture will be taken at home base after the kickball game at around 2 p.m. and all the children, the valuable volunteers, and Slugger will be included. Slugger will leave after the group picture is taken.

The Lake Region Ecumenical Group would like to thank all the businesses and volunteers who give so freely of their time and money. For Slugger’s event, Hannaford is donating 200 bottles of water; Pietree

Orchard is donating apples; and Food City is donating all the ice for the event. Stevens Brook Elementary is allowing the group to borrow kickballs and the Bridgton Recreational Department is supplying the bases for the game. Jim Kidder, from the Town of Bridgton is hooking us up with power for the band and the bouncy house filled with balls.

There are also wonderful volunteers to help out such as the Bridgton Academy students who will play games and kickball with the children and Slugger, and the Bridgton Young Professionals who will supply the overall help, do the cooking, play kickball, and clean up. We are so grateful to all who volunteer — without them we could never keep up with the children or Slugger. For more information about this event call St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at SLUGGER ­— The Portland Sea Dogs’ mascot.

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Al Hawkes and the Nitehawks

WINDHAM — On Saturday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m., Music with a Mission will present Al Hawkes and the Nitehawks for a fun-filled evening of bluegrass and country music at the North Windham Union Church. Al Hawkes is a local legend and widelyrecognized as a pioneer of bluegrass and old-time country music, which he has been performing for decades. Al

has lived in Westbrook since he was 10 years old and has been playing guitar since he was 12. Over the years, he has been recognized with over 30 national and regional awards, and has performed and recorded music with many different groups. Al recorded with the Nitehawks back in 1991 and his most recent CD, I Love the State of Maine, is from 2014.

“We are honored to have Al

Hawkes return to Music with a Mission,” said Dr. Richard Nickerson, Minister of Music for NWUC. “Al is a legendary performer who has influenced and inspired countless musicians. This will be a night to remember.”

This concert is the 48th in the Music with a Mission series sponsored by the North Windham Union Church. The church donates a portion of the proceeds to area nonprofits and, to date, almost $50,000 has been raised to support the missions of the church and other community

organizations. Al Hawkes and the Nitehawks have chosen to support the Highland Lake Congregational Church, UCC. Tickets, which are $12 for adults and $10 for students, children, and seniors, are available online at www. mwamconcerts.com or at the door. The box office opens at 6 p.m. and the doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The North Windham Union Church is located at 723 Roosevelt Trail in Windham. For more information please call 892-7149 or e-mail MWAMconcerts@ gmail.com

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It is a group of pastors and priests who discuss ways in which they can meet some of the needs of the community. The group also invites local community leaders to attend, such as Carmen Lone, director of the Bridgton Community Center. Food insecurity is a particularly pressing need in the Lake Region community. Because of this, the group has been hosting two special projects for the last two years to give out free food. One event is the Free Community Shorey Park Picnic in August and the fall event with Slugger in September. Both have been well-attended and The Lake Region Ecumenical Group has fed over 150 multigenerational attendees at each

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He is six feet tall and has white, fluffy cheeks and a tail — can anyone guess who is coming to Harmon Field in Bridgton to play kickball with elementary schoolchildren? It’s Slugger, the Portland Sea Dogs’ mascot! Yes, Slugger is returning for another free Community Field Day, on Saturday, Sept. 16, from noon to 3 p.m., with a rain date of Saturday, Sept. 23, at the same time. Admission is FREE! In fact, everything is free including food, laughs, and the kickball game. And, everyone also gets a free baseball card signed by Slugger.

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Tomatillos: Weird fruits and how to use them Tomatillos are delicious little husk-covered fruits loosely related to the tomato.

The tart, fresh, citrus-like flavor lends itself well to the culinary style of Central and South America and tomatillos are most often found as the star of a green salsa verde.

However, they also pair well with chicken and pork, limes, cilantro, onions, and peppers.

Tomatillos are low in calories and high in vitamins C and K, niacin, potassium, manganese, and healthy omega 6 fatty acids. They are also high in pectin, which makes them perfect for fresh and cooked sauces.

While a natural in Mexican food recipes, the tomatillo should not be limited to that cuisine. Its fresh acidity works wonderfully in savory broths and compliments many other cuisines so don’t limit your imagination.

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Tomatillo Chicken will thrill many a gourmand!

Tomatillo Chicken — adapted from marthastewart. com 1 quart tomatillos, husks removed, washed, and halved 1 Tblsp olive oil 1 whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds) cut into 10 pieces Coarse salt and fresh ground black pepper 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 1 medium white onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 ears of fresh corn 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Sour cream (optional) Puree tomatillos in a food processor and set aside. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Season the chicken on all sides with salt and pepper and add to the pot,

skin side down; cook until browned on one side, about 6 minutes, and then transfer to a plate.

Add jalapeño and onions to pot and cook, stirring frequently, 3 to 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tomatillo puree and corn, season with salt and pepper. Nestle chicken in sauce, skin side up, cover pot and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 22 to 25 minutes. Stir in cilantro, season with salt and pepper, and serve with a dollop of sour cream.

The Bridgton Farmers Market is located on Depot Street, behind Renys, and is open during new fall hours from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays until Oct. 8. The winter market in the Bridgton United Methodist Church starts Nov. 11. EBT/SNAP and credit cards are accepted. Tomatillos

Celebrate Autumn and neighbors CHATHAM — Chris Lewey, of Raven International, will present a slide show about Autumn in the Northern Woods as Chatham continues celebrating its 250th year of township. From the top of Mount Washington to the forest and valleys below, Lewey will

discuss how the birds, mammals, and plants are shaped by this northern environment, and what strategies they have adopted to survive the changes in New England seasons.

The program will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 8, at at the AMC Cold River Camp

Sebago Historical open house SEBAGO — The Sebago Historical Society will host its fall open house on Saturday, Sept. 16, at 2 p.m. at the Historical Society building, located at 347 Convene Road (the Hiram Road) at the junction with Hog Fat Hill Road in Sebago.

This annual event provides an opportunity for visitors to browse the museum’s collection of local historical artifacts, and will feature several traditional crafts activities such as making apple cider with a hand press, spinning yarn, and hand-churning ice cream. Bring your own apples if you’d like to make your own cider!

Local residents in traditional costumes will interpret artifacts and lead activities.

Ample parking is available. Admission is free.

Donations gladly accepted. For more information, go to www.sebagohistoricalsociety.com or check Facebook at Sebago Historical Society.

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an antique quilt finished by Beverly Aimon, a mahogany table made by Woody Eastman, and two “firetruck” pillows made by Carolyn Brown. Raffle tickets may be purchased at the event.

Society president, Jeanne Eastman says, “We have been having a great year with monthly events to celebrate our town. This picnic is perhaps the high point of the year — a chance to celebrate our townspeople, our neighbors, and friends.”

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WATERFORD — The town of Waterford invites the public to a day of visiting six lighthouses within 20 minutes of Portland on Thursday, Sept. 14. The group will leave the Town Office, 366 Valley Rd., Waterford, at 8 a.m. and tour the Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, Portland Headlight, Ram Island Light, Spring Point Lighthouse, Bug Light, and Two Lights State Park.

Lunch will be at the Lobster Shack at Two Lights in Cape Elizabeth. It is expected that the group will arrive back in Waterford around 4 p.m. The trip costs $15 per person and anyone interested in going should contact Jasmine Merrill at 583-5261.

Sebago Historical Society Open House

SEBAGO — The Sebago Historical Society, 347 Convene Rd., Sebago, will be holding an open house on Saturday, Sept. 16, beginning at 2 p.m. Come along and help churn ice cream and press apples into cider. See demonstrations of spinning, axe sharpening, letterpress printing, and other traditional skills.

Bring your own apples to press or purchase them, as well as cider, from local orchards. Browse the museum’s collections and learn about historical artifacts from local residents dressed in period costumes.

Admission is free but donations are always welcome.

For more information go to www.sebagohistoricalsociety.org

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On Saturday, Sept. 9, starting at noon, the Chatham Historical Society will host its annual Town Picnic on the lawn of the old one-room schoolhouse in Chatham Center. The chair of the event, Sue Crowley, says, “This is for everyone who lives in Chatham and everyone who loves Chatham.” Everyone is asked to bring a dish to share; the Society will provide hot dogs and hamburgers and drinks.

The Historical Society will also hold its raffle drawing at the picnic. Prizes include

At the River BAR MILLS — At the River, an afternoon of American songs with baritone Peter Allen and pianist Paul Machlin, will be presented on Sunday, Sept. 10, at 3 p.m. in The Old White Church, 15 Salmon Falls Rd., Bar Mills.

Peter Allen and Paul Machlin are a wonderful musical duo who have, between them, been affiliated with the Portland Choral Arts Society, Portland Symphony Orchestra, Masterworks Choral of Lexington, Mass., Port Opera, Surry Opera, and Yale, Bowdoin, Harvard, and Colby colleges.

They have generously designed this river-themed program for the Saco River Theatre and are donating ticket sales to the organization. Please join others for this very special event!

Tickets cost $20 for adults and $18 for seniors and students. Reservations are advised and may be made at www. sacorivertheatre.org or by calling 929-6472.

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SOUTH PARIS — The Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club looks forward to welcoming everyone to the first dance of their 54th season on Saturday, Sept. 9. The dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Oxford Hills Middle School Cafeteria, 100 Pine St., South Paris.

Mike Dusoe of Chelsea, Maine, will be calling the basic calls of Mainstream and new square dance graduates are encouraged to take part. All club members are also encouraged to come and support the new graduates.

Sandra Burke of Herman, Maine, will be the cuer for the round dancing.

Admission is $7 per person. Refreshments will be available and there will be a 50/50 raffle and door prizes. For more information call presidents, Bob and Eleanor Herrick at 782-4050 or visit swinginbears. squaredanceme.us

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CONWAY, N.H. — A new beginner class for Modern Western Square Dancing starts with a pie social on Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 6:45 p.m. in the American Legion Hall on Tasker Hill Rd., in Conway, N.H. The first night of class is free and if you can walk, you can dance! Dress is casual and singles are welcome. Square dancing can help improve your balance and strengthen your bones. For more information call 603-694-2080.

Tea Party in North Windham

NORTH WINDHAM — The North Windham Union Church, 723 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), in North Windham, will be hosting a Tea Party on Saturday, Sept.

23, from 1 to 3 p.m. The parish hall will be decorated to look like an English garden and scrumptious tea sandwiches and sweets will be served with two types of brewed tea. Raffle tickets for tea-inspired items will be for sale at $1 each. Tickets to the tea party are $10 per person and can be purchased at the door. All ages are welcome. Proceeds will go to purchase a new sign for the church.

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WESTBROOK — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #62 in Westbrook is looking for crafters to participate in their annual Christmas Fair. The Fair will take place on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 17 Dunn St., in Westbrook. Spaces are still available. For more information call Carolyn at 615-2282 or Roxanna at 854-4792.

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Bridgton Library seeks artists for Yellow Wall the artists, a win for library patrons, and a win for the Friends of the Library,” said Karen Dean, Friends of the Library Art Exhibit Project coordinator. “We’re now seeking new artists interested in seeing their artwork featured in an upcoming quarterly exhibit,” she said.

Artists are encouraged to submit an exhibi-

tion application to the Art Exhibit Project Coordinator.

Applications can be found at the library or online at www. bridgtonlibrary.org/artexhibit. Applications will be reviewed by the Art Exhibit Project Committee, which will recommend artwork to be exhibited to the Library director. Criteria for evaluating artwork include: local

The Class of 1977 Reunion was held at the Westwood cabins in Bridgton, on beautiful Woods Pond. Pam Potter Culbertson generously donated the use of her family owned venue for the event. There was a delicious spread of salads, desserts and other items served along with hot dogs and burgers. It was a picture perfect day to get together. Classmates in attendance were Front row (kneeling): Martha Capano, Carol Baumgartner Dunham, Mrs. Cliff (Johanna)Bartlett, Lili Needham Fox, Sandy Arris, Larry Nadeau. Row 2: Bonnie Thumm Edwards, Beth Carew Warren, Mary Ross Michel, Debbie Sylvester, Tracy Estes Card, Robert Fogg, Barbara Emmertz Hunt, Faye Levasseur, Darrell Proctor, Greg Bell, David Keith. Back Row: Stephen Edwards, Nancy Hayes, Kelly Kipikas, Michael Douglas, Bryan Green, Pam Potter Culbertson, Dana Groves, Cliff Bartlett, Tom Clow, Danny Ross, Andy Madura, Peter Arntsen, Ruth Frank, Becky Akers. Absent from photo but attended the reunion was Mark Miller. If you missed this one and would like to be contacted about the next one, please send your contact info or any changes to: lrhsclassof1977@gmail.com

I know this is early but put it on your calendar — a bus trip to Salem, Mass. The date is Saturday, Oct. 21, just in time for Halloween. All of Salem gets in the mood for Halloween with its museums and old houses that were around in the days of witches and witchcraft. All the tales of that time, both fact and fiction, are still around to this day and folks like to hear them and learn about life in those times. The cost of the trip is $35 per person. The bus leaves from American Legion Post 155 at 6:30 a.m. sharp; 7:15 a.m. from Larrabee Rd. Park and Ride in Westbrook. You are on your own in Salem for the whole day. Return ETA is 8 p.m. in Naples. Contact Dea Dea Robbins at 693-3408 (home) or 6718899 (cell) for more information or to sign up for the trip.

The Sewing Circle had a wonderful turnout for its second yard and bake sale last Saturday. They want to thank everyone for coming out and making it such a success. The first supper will be on Saturday, Sept. 23. We will be looking forward to seeing everyone after a wonderful summer. The two sittings for the supper are at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. The menu is unchanged and includes baked beans, red and white, potato salad, coleslaw, “pink stuff,” jellied salads, American chop suey, red hot dogs, coffee, tea, punch, and water. We hope to see our old friends and make new ones!

The Friday Fish Fry at the Legion is on Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. Bingo is on Wednesdays — doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start at 6:30.

Come and enjoy your Post!

To the folks in Houston and surrounding areas hit by Hurricane Harvey: May God bless you all and I hope that you can soon get back on your feet. Our prayers are with you and yours.

Have a great week.

Harvest Day and Barn Sale in Sumner

SUMNER —The Congregational Church of East Sumner, located at 50 Main St. (Rte. 219), is hosting its 9th Annual Harvest Day and Barn Sale on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church yard.

Approximately 15 local crafters and vendors will set up tables on the grass leading up to the pavilion.

There will also be baked goods and raffle basket sale tables, as well as a raffle for a truckload of loam donated by David Bragg. Breakfast and a beanhole bean and hot dog lunch will be offered inside the church, with indoor or outdoor seating available.

The event will be held rain or shine. All proceeds from the church sale tables and breakfast and lunch sales will go to benefit the church’s outreach programs.

For the fourth year, there will be a collection box for new or gently-used blankets for Maine’s Native Americans. Blankets should be new or very gently used and clean. All sizes and weights are welcome.

Ripped, stained, or unwashed blankets cannot be accepted.

Blankets may be dropped off on Sundays from 8:15 to 11 a.m. in the entryway of the church. They may also be dropped off during the Camp and Carve weekend Sept. 8 and 9, or at the Harvest Day Sale on Sept. 23 until 2 p.m. Blankets may also be left on the back deck in the container marked “Blankets” until Sept. 23.

For more information or to donate items call Cyndy at 388-2667 or Linda at 388-2263.

Place your event in our Calendar

Call 647-2851

Lovell United Church of Christ Events Don’t forget that the Lovell United Church of Christ Harvest Supper will be on Friday Sept. 8, at 5 to 6:30 p.m. Along with the corned beef, there will be enough veggies to satisfy everyone.

The price is $10 for adults and $4 for children under 12.

I’d like to congratulate Pastor Lois Amidon on her ordination to the Ministry of God. When searching for a place for a fiber farm she looked in an area she was familiar with since she was a youngster. When she got settled in, she starting attending the Lovell United Church of Christ. Then Pastor Allison Jacobs, upon learning of Lois’s seminary degree from Andover-Newton Theological School, made the recommendation to the OxfordUnion Association to invite her to become a member in discernment. She served the Chatham church for a year and when Pastor Allison Jacobs resigned, Lois was fortunate to be asked by the Lovell United Church of Christ to be their pastor.

Knowing the congregation, it was a perfect fit. God bless you, Lois, in your calling.

Sunday School begins on

Sunday, Sept. 10, at 9 a.m.

For more information contact the Sunday School director at 928-2080.

Reminder: church hours reverted back to starting on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. as of Sept. 3.

Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library News Folks in this area are so fortunate to have the Charlotte Hobbs Library, which is shown by the 60 volunteers who helped make the Arts and Artisan Fair such a huge success. Under the direction of Rondi Stearns, this fundraiser, including the Artisans Fair, the raffle, the food, and the used book sale, made a $12,000 dent for the library budget. To all that pitched in and helped, a big thanks!

Now that summer is over the Library will revert back to the so-called winter schedule, which means it will be closed on Tuesday starting Sept. 12, and many of the programs will resume their winter hours.

The adult book discussion group will be starting up on Monday, Sept. 11, at 1 p.m.

The first book for discussion will be Earnest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea. This was the last work of fiction Hemingway wrote before he died and he was

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Next month the library will join the “One Book One Valley” reading group and the chosen book is The One-in-aMillion Boy by Monica Wood.

The books will be available free of charge at the library.

It’s always fun to sit and listen to others tell stories, like when you were a kid.

The Story Swap program will resume on Friday, Sept. 15, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The subject for this month’s stories will be “falling.” The first one I can think of is falling in love — we all do it. Or falling down — that’s what the older folks worry about. Put on your thinking cap and join the

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Lovell Rec Here’s a reminder that the Adult Exercise program started early this fall on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 8:30 a.m. in the VFW Hall.

In other news, the Lovell Rec department will be running a calendar with prizes for each day of the month. This fundraiser is for playground equipment for the athletic field. Sheets with the items up for raffle can be found in all the stores, the post office, and the library. The cost of one ticket is $10 and names will be drawn each day on the month. Fun, yes?

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The Good Shepherd Food Bank Mobile will be distributing food, including fresh produce, perishable, and nonperishable items to people in need in the Bridgton area on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The distribution will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 High St. Anyone in need of emergency food assistance in Bridgton and the surrounding area is welcome to attend.

Good Shepherd Food Bank’s Food Mobile program allows for expanding its outreach to Maine’s neediest and most underserved communities. The Food Mobile is designed as low-barrier distribution that visits communities with a demand for emergency and supplemental food that has outgrown the capacity of local food pantries.

This distribution has been made possible through the generosity of the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Charitable Trust. For more information please contact the St. Joseph Church office at 647-2334.

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ing new artists show their work in the Yellow Wall Art Gallery this fall. Library patrons and the public are waiting to see the gallery’s next exhibit,” said Amy Stone, library director.

Good Shepherd food mobile coming to Bridgton

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interest, vitality and originality, historical or artistic significance, number of pieces, and availability of space. Pieces will be rotated on a quarterly basis and as space permits.

“We look forward to see-

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shown on the Yellow Wall during regular library hours.

The first three artists who displayed their artwork in the gallery have been delighted with the public’s response.

William L. Janelle sold two of his wood sculptures and made a generous donation to the Friends of the Library.

“This project has been a win-win-win: a win for

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In the spring, the Friends of the Bridgton Public Library established the Yellow Wall Art Gallery in the computer lab on the upper floor of the library for local artists to display their work and help beautify the computer lab.

The library is pleased with the interest in this project and invites the community to come and see the work being

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Calendar BRIDGTON Fri., Sept. 8 — Easy Riders Snowmobile Club meeting, Community Center, 6 p.m. potluck, meeting to follow.

Sat., Sept. 9 — Gamers for Christ, Community Center, 5 p.m.

Mon., Sept. 11 — Lions Club meeting, 5:30 p.m., Community Center.

Mon., Sept. 11 — Memory Monday, 6 p.m., Bridgton Health and Residential Care Center, 186 Portland Rd. (Rte. 302). FMI 647-8821.

Mon., Sept. 11 — NAMI support group, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Congregational Church. FMI 647-2969.

Thur., Sept. 14 — Pump It Up, heart failure education, 3 - 5 p.m., Conference Room, Bridgton Hospital, 25 Hospital Dr. FMI 647-6119 Wed., Sept. 13 — Caregiver Support Group, 1 p.m., Community Center.

Mon., Sept. 18 — Socrates Café, 6:15 p.m., Comminty Center. Topic: What Makes Art Art? Moderated by Bob Casimiro.

Mon., Sept. 18 — NAMI support group, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Congregational Church. FMI 647-2969.

CASCO Sat., Sept. 9 — Loon Echo hawk migration watch, 9 a.m.

- noon, Hacker’s Hill Preserve, Quaker Ridge Rd. Park in Event Parking near summit. FMI 6474352.

Sat., Sept. 9 — Mind Body Spirit Festival, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Point Sebago Resort, 261 Point Sebago Rd. $5 admission.

DENMARK Fri., Sept. 8 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, moderate hike, White Ledge, Conway, N.H., 2,010 ft. Meet at Denmark Congregational Church, 8 a.m.

FMI John Patrick 756-2247.

Fri., Sept. 15 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, easy hike, Knox Mountain, Newfield, 825 ft. Meet at Denmark Congregational Church, 8 a.m.

FMI John Patrick 756-2247.

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Sat., Sept. 9 — Open mic night, 7 p.m., Community Center, 14 Historical Ridge.

BYOB, soft drinks and snacks available. Donations welcome.

FMI 625-4549.

Sat., Sept. 16 — Author Bruce Coffin, 1:30 p.m., Soldiers Memorial Library, 85 Main St. Free admission. FMI 625-4650.

NAPLES Sat., Sept. 9 — United Methodist Church 5th Annual Community block party, 11 a.m.

- 2 p.m., village green. Free and everyone is invited.

RAYMOND Sun., Sept. 10 — Celtic Christianity workshop, 10 a.m., Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St. FMI 6557749.

SEBAGO Sat., Sept. 9 — 10th Annual Food Pantry Benefit, 2 - 6 p.m., AuCoin front lawn, 516 Anderson Rd. Bring dish to share, free hot dogs. Food or cash donations accepted.

WATERFORD Sat., Sept. 9 — Dance to support World’s Fair, 8 p.m. midnight, Ragged Jack Band.

BYOB, 21+, $10 per person.

FMI 890-7669.

Tues., Sept. 19 — Senior Luncheon, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wilkins House. Social hour, games, bingo. $3 per person.

AREA EVENTS Sat., Sept. 9 — Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club meeting, 1 p.m., Oxford County Extension Center, 9 Olson Rd., S. Paris.

Open hive, bring veils. FMI cpeaston@megalink.net Sat., Sept. 9 — Texas Hold’em tournament, JacksonSilver Post, 595 Gore Rd., Locke Mills. Doors open 11 a.m., games begin 1 p.m. Snacks available, air-conditioned.

Tue., Sept. 12 — Dinner/ dance, Jackson-Silver Post, 595 Gore Rd., Locke Mills. Dinner served 5 - 9 p.m., music by Shadagee Ramblers at 6:30 p.m. $7 dinner, $5 dance, $12 combo.

Children under 12 $4.

Sun. Sept. 17 — Finnish music performance by Oksat, 2 p.m., Mission Church, 15 Church St., W. Paris. Sponsored

by Finnish-American Society.

Free admission.

ONGOING WEEKLY

Country living DAILY Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon - 1 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton. O/D MONDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI 647-2402.

Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., Beginner Class, Bridgton Community Center.

Sebago Food Pantry, 9 10:30 a.m. (3:30 - 5:30 p.m. 2nd Mon.) Nazarene Church, Rte. 114. FMI 787-2177.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Bridge, 1 p.m., Bradley St., Fryeburg. Runs year-round.

Cribbage, 2 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Farmer’s Market, 2 - 5 p.m., Rte. 35/37, Waterford Flats.

Celebrate Recovery, Christbased 12-step recovery program, 6 - 8 p.m., Lake Region Vineyard Church, 402 Main St., Bridgton.

FMI 647-5439.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

TUESDAYS Jeanette’s Free Clothing Closet, 9 - 11:30 a.m., First Congregational Church, Bridgton.

Tai Chi Maine, 9:15 a.m., Tibetan White Swan, Town Hall, Bridgton.

Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m. set practice, Town Hall, Bridgton.

Chickadee Quilters, 10 a.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Naples Food Pantry, 10 11:30 a.m., United Methodist Church, Village Green. FMI 595-2754.

Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Methodist Church, 98 Main St., FMI 647-4476.

Community Lunch, noon, Sebago Nazarene Church, $3.50 suggested donation Bridge, 12:15 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Cards/Board games, noon 2:30 p.m., Harrison Fire Station Community Room.

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STONEHENGE SAND CASTLE — This symmetric sand castle, complete with a stacked rock gate, was left on the beach in the day use area at Sebago Lake State Park. The Labor Day crowd had thinned out by Monday afternoon. (De Busk Photo) Pokemon Club, 3 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Ping Pong, 5 - 8 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall.

Harrison Food Bank, 6 - 7:30 p.m., VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd. FMI 890-9742.

Adult Volleyball, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Brownfield Community Center.

Al-Anon Bridgton, 7 p.m.

Newcomers Meeting, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Open Meeting, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bridgton.

AA Step Mtgs., 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

WEDNESDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI 647-2402.

Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m.

- noon, Heart & Hand, Rtes. 5 and 11, Brownfield.

Story Time, 9:30 a.m., Denmark Public Library, Rte. 117.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m. - noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Sweden Food Pantry, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sweden Community Church. Rte. 93.

First and third Wednesday of the month only.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Ping Pong, 1 - 3 p.m., Harrison Fire Station Community Room.

Harrison Historical Society Museum, Haskell Hill Rd., open 1 - 4 p.m. FMI 583-2213.

Taoist Tai Chi, 2 p.m., Beginner Class, Bridgton Community Center.

Pilates, 5 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Over 40 Pickleball, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Harrison Elementary

School. FMI 583-2241.

Bible Study, 6 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 - 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Otisfield Sewing & Craft Group, 1 - 3:30 p.m. (every Wed, except 3rd Wed. of mo.), Community Hall.

THURSDAYS Rotary Club Meeting, 7:15 a.m. Bridgton Community Center.

Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., Beginner Class, Denmark Arts Center.

Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m., set practice, Town Hall, Bridgton.

Farmers’ Market, 10 a.m.

- 2 p.m., Village Green near the Grange and the Library, Casco.

AA Step-Meeting, 9 a.m., Step Sisters 6 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

The Academy Collects, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy.

Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Pinochle, 1 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Free Community Kettle Supper, 5 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Pickleball, 7 p.m., Casco Community Center Gym. FMI 627-4187.

Chickadee Quilters, 6:30 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

NA Women’s Meeting, 7 - 8 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton.

FRIDAYS Coffee Call, 8 - 11 a.m., Caswell Conservancy Center, 42 Main St., Harrison.

Jumpin’ Janes Senior

Fitness, 9 - 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Town Hall, North High Street. FMI 647-2402.

Taoist Tai Chi, 9 a.m., Beginner Class, Harrison Cong.

Church.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Harrison Farmers’ Market, 1 - 5 p.m., Rte. 117, just outside of Village at the end of Long Lake.

Free Beginners Spanish Class, 3 - 4 p.m. downstairs, Bridgton Library.

Over 40 Men’s Basketball, 4 p.m., Brownfield/Denmark School.

Pickup Volleyball — 6:30 - 9 p.m., Casco Community Center gym, 940 Meadow Rd., Free, all levels welcome. Bring sneakers, water, knee pads. Call 627-4187 FMI and to reserve a spot.

SATURDAYS Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m. 1 p.m., Depot Street, Bridgton.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Pickleball, 9 - 11 a.m., Harrison Elementary School, Naples Road.

Sebago Clothes Closet, 9 a.m. - noon, Warming Hut, Rte. 114, Sebago, next to Nazarene Church. FMI 787-2177.

Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. noon, Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell.

AA Meeting, O/BB/D/A/L, 7 - 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St. AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 - 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

SUNDAYS Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., Harrison Congregational Church.

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Ellis Paul at Celebration Barn SOUTH PARIS — Ellis Paul will be celebrating 25 years of touring with his performance The World Ain’t Slowin’ Down on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Rd., in South Paris.

Some artists document their lives through their music.

Others chronicle their times.

It’s a rare artist who can do both, telling their own story

through songs that also encapsulate the essence of people and places that have helped define their era. Woody Guthrie comes to mind, and so does Bob Dylan. Bruce Springsteen as well. Yet few others, for whatever genius they may possess, can relate their own history to the history experienced by those who find that common bond, be it in a coming of age, living through the same realities or sharing

Area births

Caroline Chandler and Dalton Hinkley of Fryeburg, Maine happily announce the birth of their new son, Kane Timothy Hinkley, at Bridgton Hospital on July 30, 2017, at 7:54 p.m. Grandparents: Timothy and Silvia Chandler of Fryeburg, Maine; and Diana Mills Hinkley and Shawn Hinkley of Fryeburg and Bowdinham, Maine. Great-grandparents: Bruce and Melody Berry of Bowdinham, Maine; Leo and Babe Fournier of Stow, Maine; James and Ginny Chandler of Fryeburg, Maine; and Rachel Kuvaja of Lovell, Maine.

Ashley Salls and Joe Carruthers of Naples, Maine, are happy to welcome their new daughter, Robin Elizabeth Carruthers, who was born in Bridgton Hospital on July 31, 2017, at 11 a.m. Robin Elizabeth joins a brother, Jacob.

Grandparents: Carol and David McAllister of Harrison, Maine; Ken Carruthers of Naples, Maine; and Elwin and Robin Salls of South Paris, Maine. Great-grandparents: Mary Carruthers of Naples, Maine.

Jamie and Josh Gruber of Bridgton, Maine, announce the arrival of their daughter, Hazel Rae Gruber, on Aug. 1, 2017, at 11:42 p.m., in Bridgton Hospital. Grandparents: Rebekah Bryant of Hillsdale, Mich.; Marvin Rajt of Ladson, S.C.; and Ray and Fran Gruber of Geneva, Ohio. Great-grandparents: Orville and Betty Bryant of Prosperity, W.Va. Kristyne and Joshua Holbrook of Bridgton, Maine, welcomed the arrival of their son, Andrew Lee Holbrook, on Aug. 4, 2017, at 3:09 a.m. in Bridgton Hospital. Andrew Lee joins siblings Timothy, Katie, and Jaxin. Grandparents: Charles Holbrook of Bridgton, Maine; Cindy and Brent Arsenault of

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Poland, Maine; Doug and Karen Warner of Bridgton, Maine; and Sue and Ken Martel of Hooksett, N.H. Kara and Dan Casey of Standish, Maine, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lilyanna June Casey, on Aug. 10, 2017, at 11:46 p.m. in Bridgton Hospital. Grandparents: Sandra and David Pasquale of Bridgton, Maine; and Ed and Donna Casey of Carolina Shores, N.C. Great-grandparents: Joseph Vitkovich of Mooresville, N.C. Sarah Marie/Reed Cantlo and Jared Duchon Cantlo of Mechanic Falls, Maine, are pleased to announce that their daughter, Acacia Jade Cantlo, was born at Bridgton Hospital on Aug. 16, 2017, at 3:47 a.m. Grandparents: Charlie Reed of Bridgton, Maine; Pamela Reed of Bridgton, Maine; Glee Peterson of Brunswick, Maine; and Wilfred Cantlo of Salt Lake, Calif.

Kathleen LaBelle and Dustin Libby of Greene, Maine, are pleased to announce the arrival of their son, Kaiden Adrien Donald Libby, who was born on Aug. 18, at 4:32 a.m. in Bridgton Hospital. Grandparents: Candace Libby of Windham, Maine; William Libby; Pauline LaBelle-Morgan and Michael Morgan of New London, N.H.; and Michael and Kelly Breen of Puyallup, Wash.

Great grandparents: MaryJane and Joseph LaBelle of Biddeford, Maine; Patricia and Larry Daniels of Scottown, Ohio; and Helena and Donald Lamson of Standish, Maine.

Ashley Bragdon and Ronnie Jones of Bridgton, Maine, welcomed the birth of a daughter, Trinity Elizabeth Jones, at Bridgton Hospital on Aug. 23, 2017, at 8:58 a.m. Trinity Elizabeth joins siblings Jayden and Aliyah. Grandparents: Betty Bragdon of Richmond, Maine. Great-grandparents: Donna McKenney of Standish, Maine; and Charles McKenney of Standish, Maine Natalie LaPointe and Joshua Charczenko of Naples, Maine, are happy to announce the arrival of their new daughter, Juliette Mae Charczenko, who was born on Aug. 27, 2017, in Bridgton Hospital at 5:14 a.m. Juliette Mae joins a sister, Amelia. Grandparents: Timothy and Peggy LaPointe of Rumford, Maine; and Susan and Jacob Charczenko of Windham, Maine. Great-grandparents: Norman and Janet Beaudet of Rumford, Maine; and Katryna Charczenko of Cumberland Foreside, Maine.

Stephanie and Bryan Bouknight of Limington, Maine, happily announce the birth of a daughter, Violet Rayne Casco/Naples/Raymond American Legion Post #155

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Bouknight, who arrived at Bridgton Hospital on Aug. 28, 2017.

Violet Rayne joins sisters Rose and Lily, and brothers Damian, Cedric, Garrett, and Mitchell. Grandparents: Laureen and Mark Adams of Lovell, Maine; and Rhonda and Robert Hill of Limington, Maine. Great-grandparents: Ann Bolling of Lovell, Maine; and Pauline Hill of Gorham, Maine.

April and Russell Libby of Raymond, Maine, are proud to welcome the arrival of their daughter, Braelynn Jeanne Libby, who was born at Bridgton Hospital on Aug. 28, 2017, at 2:52 p.m. Braelynn Jeanne joins two siblings, Arianna and Ethan.

Grandparents: Brenda and John Holbrooks of Liberty, S.C.; and Russell Libby of Raymond, Maine.

Niomi and Paul Harmon of Bridgton, Maine, welcomed the birth of a daughter, Zoey Ryan Harmon, at Bridgton Hospital on Aug. 29, 2017, at 7:12 p.m. Grandparents: Pam and Dana Grover of Waterford, Maine; Paul and Becky Harmon of Bridgton, Maine; and Bill and Marsha HOURS: We accept Dyer of Bridgton, Maine.

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SOUTH PARIS — Have you ever been behind the wheel of a Nissan Leaf, a Chevy Bolt, or a Tesla? Find out what all the fuss is about! Stop by to take an electric car for a spin, get some information, and enjoy free refreshments at the Maine Drive Electric Day on Saturday, Sept. 16, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, 256 Main St., South Paris.

If an electric car may be in your future this is the perfect opportunity to see what’s available, get behind the wheel, talk to Mainers who

drive them, and learn about the newest, cleanest ways to cut air pollution and gas costs.

This is a free, fun event with more than a dozen electric cars available to ride in or drive. EV models already signed up include a Nissan Leaf, Chevy Bolt, and Volt, VW EGulf, and more. Chat with electric car owners about their experiences driving electric in Maine; celebrate a ribbon cutting for three new electric car chargers and their solar tracker; and learn more about driving electric with “EV 101” talks throughout

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Why they built a cage for John Sawyer OTISFIELD — The Otisfield Historical Society will hold its next program on Thursday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. in the Otisfield Town House, 53 Bell Hill Rd. Following a short business meeting, Jean Hankins will take another look at the town’s poor, a subject she first tackled shortly after moving to Otisfield in 1993.

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NORWAY — Popular local artist Lynn Driscoll will be teaching a range of art classes this fall at The Matolcsy Art Center, 480 Main St. in Norway.

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Laker recaps

QUICK DRIVE — Lake Region’s Olivia Deschenes (left) drives the ball toward the Fryeburg Academy end as Raider defender Abigail Hewes attempts to block it. In the background is Laker Julia Murch.

(Rivet Photo)

Quick strike in OT Davis blast lifts Lakers, 1-0

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Through 60 minutes, neither the Lakers or Raiders were able to mount a serious goal-scoring chance.

It took Paige Davis just 30 seconds to finally break the field hockey stalemate.

Off a feed by Hailey Parsons, which found an opening in the FA defense, Davis moved the ball inside the left side of the circle and drilled a drive past FA netminder Bridget Fahey for the game winner in last Thursday’s season opener for both schools.

“Our OT was as planned. We didn’t start with possession, so I told the girls, first we need to win possession, then get the ball to Delaney (Meserve) or Paige — they both have great speed,” Laker Coach Pauline Webb said. “I felt confident if we got the ball to these two we could outrun Fryeburg and have a 2v1 or 1v1. Paige finished it beautifully for us. I was thrilled for the girls!”

CELEBRATING — Lake Region junior Paige Davis (right) and sophomore Delaney Meserve celebrate Davis Fryeburg Academy Coach Dede firing home the winning goal in the first 30 seconds of Frost felt the two clubs were evenly overtime against Fryeburg Academy last Thursday. matched, and provided fans with an (Photo by Dena Dunn) exciting opening day. make adjustments the day before the game due to “It was a crowd-pleaser and evenly played by both teams. I was pleased that our one of our starting forwards —sophomore Kaitlyn defense did not allow the ball to penetrate into Plummer — injuring her knee; that threw us off our circle or allow many scoring opportunities,” a bit, but I was pleased that we worked through Coach Frost said. “These two teams were so it and younger players stepped up to fill the posievenly matched that it was just a matter of time tion.”

Coach Webb substituted more than she normalbefore one team was able to put the ball in the net. ly likes to, trying to give players rest and trying to It was a great game!”

The ball stayed between the 25-yard lines for find the right combinations.

“I felt as though we possessed the ball more most of the afternoon. Each team had a few penalty corner opportunities (LR 7, FA 5), but neither than Fryeburg did. It’s true we had difficulty getwas able to apply pressure on net as the defenses ting the ball in the circle. I think once I solidify were quick to move the ball out of the scoring player positions, we will flow better and players will have more confidence in their position,” she zone.

“I thought the girls played okay for our opener; added. “Getting players in ‘game condition’ and it’s always more of a mental game when we play not having to sub so much will also help.” against rivals.” Coach Webb said. “We also had to IN OT, Page 3C

BOYS’ SOCCER Wells 5, Lakers 1: Due to injuries, the Lakers started five freshmen last Friday in the season home opener against Wells.

The Warriors jumped on the opportunity, playing strong, physical soccer against the Lakers in a 5-1 victory.

In the first half, Wells dominated offensively, scoring four times including twice on corner kicks.

“At half, I calmed the team and readjusted our defense. I challenged the boys to go out and win more of the 50/50 balls and to use our speed to our advantage, and the boys did just that,” Laker Coach Michael Chaine said.

The Lakers came out as a new team and played Wells evenly and with a great pass from junior Paul Vigna to freshman Giavani Lopez, who got the Lakers on the board, 4-1.

The LR defense played well in the second half, keeping Wells to just one score — a penalty kickoff a handball inside the box.

Up next: The Lakers travel to Poland on Tuesday, Sept. 12 for a 6 p.m. game and then goes to St. Dom’s in Auburn next Thursday, Sept. 14, for a 3:30 p.m. contest.

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Raiders cash in on LR miscues, Chisari 4 TDs

STIFF ARM WORKS for Raider receiver Cody Gullikson as he brushes off an attempted tackle by Lake Region corner Eric Milton for the game’s first score, a 33-yard touchdown.

IN THE GRASP — Raider lineman Josh Frye wraps up Lake Region quarterback Derek Mondville, and gets a little help from teammate Will Kruger in last Friday’s season opener.

(Rivet Photos)

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Every time the Raiders touched the ball in the first half, they scored.

Senior Jared Chisari rushed for 93 yards on nine carries and scored on touchdown runs of 13, 2, 8 and 9 yards to lead Fryeburg Academy to a 40-6 victory over Lake Region last Friday afternoon.

The victory was the Raiders fifth straight against their rival, 10th in the last 12 meetings. The last Laker victory was back in 2010, a 27-6 win over Fryeburg.

Four Laker turnovers and a short-field for the Raiders to deal with enabled Fryeburg to get the quick start Coach David Turner hoped for in the season opener.

With the wind gusting at the start of the contest, the Raiders won the coin flip and opted to defer ball possession to the second half in favor of selecting which end to defend first — making the Lakers throw into the wind in the first quarter.

“You never know with wind, how it’s going to work out. We thought if we won the toss, we would defer and try to pin them and make something happen, and we did,” Coach Turner said. “We did a really good job up front.

We took over pretty quickly, which allowed our skill guys to make plays. Quick starts are always good.”

The FA defense did its job as Josh Frye and Caleb Eklund dropped Laker running back Isaac Rawson for a three-yard loss on third down to force a punt. A high snap was bobbled by LR punter Eric Milton, who tucked it away hoping to find enough green space on the left side for a first down. He fell four yards short, taken down on a big hit from linebacker Tucker Buzzell and Brian O’Connor.

After Chisari was stuffed

for a two-yard loss, FA quarterback Oscar Saunders (6-for-7-104 yards) zipped a quick in-pass to Cody Gullikson, who broke free from a couple of grabs by LR defenders down the middle of the field for a 33-yard touchdown. Freshman Eddie Thurston (4-of-6) booted the extra point with just under three minutes gone in the game.

The Lakers caught a break when quarterback Derek Mondville’s throw down the right sideline was tipped by Gullikson and caught by LR tight-end True Meyers, who had just enough space to haul in the toss before being hit out of bounds, good for 15 yards.

The drive, however, stalled when LR was whistled for a motion penalty and Mondville bobbled the snap on fourthand-one at the LR-47.

FA wasted little time.

Chisari broke loose for 24 yards, stopped by Milton at the LR 15. After LR’s Mark Mayo and Zach Clark combined to stop Gullikson for just a two-year gain, Chisari received several sealing blocks on the edge to ramble untouched for a 13-yard score. A bad snap resulted in a missed extra point.

Less than three minutes later, FA was in the end zone once again as Chisari scored from two-yards out. The score was set up when a snap to LR punter Milton sailed over his head, and was recovered by Frye at the LR-11.

“We knew we had to stop both their speed and execution. They have tremendous athletes, and get to the right spots at full speed. We knew we had to respond immediRAIDER, Page 2C

FA 40, LR 6

RAIDERS 40 First Downs: 12 Penalties: 9-90 Turnovers: 0 Rushing: 31-250. Jared Chisari 9-93, Scott Parker 1-22, Cody Gullikson 4-28, Nathan Knapp 2-24, Oscar Saunders 1-13, Justin Daniels 2-13, Bryce Micklon 6-24, Brad Kruger 4-2, Isaak McKenney 2-31 Passing: Oscar Saunders 6-7-104, 1 TD Receiving: Cody Gullikson 2-54-1, Ryan Hewes 2-28, Caleb Eklund 2-22 Tackles (unassisted/assists/total): Bryce Micklon 3-2-5, Tucker Buzzell 3-2-5, Caleb Eklund 3-2-5, Josh Frye 1-2-3, Brian O’Connor 0-2-2, Ryan Hewes 0-1-1, Jaden Dennery 1-0-1, Jack Campbell 2-2-4, Calvin Southwick 1-0-1, Dawson Jones 1-0-1, Eli Mahan 1-0-1, Liam Harriman 3-2-5, Justin Daniels 1-0-1, Charlie Stokes 1-1-2 LAKERS 6 First Downs: 6 Penalties: 4-20 Turnovers: 4 Rushing: 29-97. Andrew Douglass 10-64, Brent Massey 8-31, Eric Milton 1-5, Hunter McDaniel 1-6, Derek Mondville 3-(8), John Grant 1-(6), Isaac Rawson 5-5 Passing: Derek Mondville 2-5-53 Receiving: True Meyers 1-15, Isaac Holland 1-38 Tackles (unassisted/assists/total): Hunter McDaniel 4-2-6, Eric Milton 3-1-4, Mark Mayo 1-1-2, Zach Clark 2-2-4, Tyler Breton 1-2-3, Derek Mondville 1-0-1, Ethan McMurray 3-1-4, Thomas Noble 1-0-1, Isaac Holland 3-0-3, Jose Prado 1-0-1, Brent Massey 1-0-1, Colby Chaplin 1-2-3

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The Series

Raider recaps CROSS-COUNTRY Senior Emily Carty opened the season in dominating fashion, claiming first place at Lake Region in 18 minutes, 12 seconds — over a minute faster than St. Dom’s Alexandra Hammerton, 19:28.

The Raider girls won the five-school meet with 31 points with the Saints next with 40, Poland 54 and Lake Region no score.

Other Raider finishers were: 6. Zoe Maguire, 21:09 7. Maddie Choyce, 21:23 8. Emily Grzyb, 21:31 9. Merys Carty, 21:50 15. Ellen Taylor, 23:57 24. Madison Griffin, 26:33 25. Samantha Carus, 26:38 27. Sasha Maguire, 27:21 28. Jenna Dodge, 28:35 Junior Alfie Walker made a strong return to the Raider lineup after battling back issues with a third place overall finish in 17:11. Troy Hendricks of Sacopee Valley set the winning pace over the 2.9-mile run in 16:40.

Mark D’Alessandro of St. Dom’s was second in 17 minutes.

The FA boys placed third overall with 57 points, just three points in back of runner-up Poland with 54. Lake Region was first with 47 points, and St. Dom’s fourth with 62.

Here’s how other Raiders fared: 9. Osage Crie, 18:15 11. Seth Johnston, 18:35 18. Luke Flanders, 19:41 21. Elijah Howe, 19:52 22. Ethan Reinbach, 19:59 30. James Pullen, 21:15 32. Sam Paulding, 21:32 33. Davis Marshall, 22:05 39. Luke Reinback, 23:32 41. Will Marshall, 24:26 Next up: The Raiders head to Gorham this Saturday, Sept. 9 to run in the Fleet Feet.

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HEADING BACKWARD — A Lake Region runner is knocked backward by Fryeburg Academy defenders Tucker Buzzell (#50) and Eli Mahan (#79).

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A Raider rout

(Continued from Page 1C) ately, or they would be on top of us. That’s what happened,” Laker Coach Brian Jahna said. “Turnovers and false starts kill you. Offensively, we can’t keep defenses off of us unless we use multiple (snap) counts. But, you can’t use multiple counts if you keep jumping off side. That has been a point of emphasis all preseason. We struggled with long snaps all week as our new snapper continues to work on his technique. It’s something that will get better.”

Down 20-0, the Lakers had a chance to halt some of FA’s momentum to start the second quarter. A 15-yard penalty pushed the FA kickoff back to the 25-yard line, giving the Lakers a good starting point, the LR-45. Andrew Douglass (10 carries, 64 yards) gained four, but a quick toss was fumbled and recovered by FA’s Calvin Southwick.

Saunders delivered crisp strikes to Caleb Eklund for 14 yards and Gullikson for 21, pushing the ball to the LR-7.

Fryeburg then ran into a “yellow” roadblock — four penalties, 35 yards. Faced with a third-and-goal at the LR-21, Saunders found Eklund for eight yards before being tackled by Tyler Breton.

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field and powered through two defenders for a 13-yard TD. The extra point failed.

Trying to keep the Raider run defense honest, LR tried the air, but Mondville’s pass was intercepted by Scott Parker.

At the LR-45, the Raiders again worked through three penalties (35 yards) and a TD called back for an eightyard scoring run by Chisari.

The senior flash had broken an 18-yard run for a TD, but it was negated by a holding call. He took another pitch for 19 yards, and finished off the drive with a scamper to the left with 5:41 left until the half. Thurston’s extra point was good, FA 33-0.

With 2:48 left in the half, LR fumbled another snap and Raider lineman Reese Kneissler recovered at the LR-49. This time, no flags as the Raiders scored in three plays — a 22-yard run by Gullikson, a 18-yard run by Nathan Knapp and a nineyard burst to the outside by BEATING THE RUSH — FA quarterback Oscar Chisari for the score. The Saunders delivers a pass behind solid protection from his offensive line, keeping Laker Mark Mayo (#77) away.

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(Lake Region leads the series 20-18-1) 2017 Fryeburg Academy 40, Lake Region 6 2016 Fryeburg Academy 42, Lake Region 6 2015 Fryeburg Academy 32, Lake Region 21 2014 No game, exhibition 2013 No game, exhibition 2012 Fryeburg Academy 40, Lake Region 27 2011 Fryeburg Academy 20, Lake Region 16 2010 Lake Region 27, Fryeburg Academy 6 2009 Fryeburg Academy 28, Lake Region 22 2008 Fryeburg Academy 46, Lake Region 14 2007 Fryeburg Academy 32, Lake Region 0 2006 Fryeburg Academy 32, Lake Region 26 OT 2005 Fryeburg Academy 14, Lake Region 6 2004 Lake Region 38, Fryeburg Academy 8 2003 Lake Region 36, Fryeburg Academy 14 2002 Lake Region 51, Fryeburg Academy 6 2001 Lake Region 30, Fryeburg Academy 7 2000 Fryeburg Academy 48, Lake Region 8 1999 Lake Region 34, Fryeburg Academy 8 1998 Fryeburg Academy 22, Lake Region 20 1997 Lake Region 14, Fryeburg Academy 12 1996 Fryeburg Academy 20, Lake Region 12 1995 Fryeburg Academy 12, Lake Region 7 1994 Lake Region 19, Fryeburg Academy 16 1993 Did Not Play 1992 Fryeburg Academy 21, Lake Region 8 1991 Lake Region 14, Fryeburg Academy 12 1990 Did Not Play 1989 Lake Region 21, Fryeburg Academy 12 1988 Lake Region 39, Fryeburg Academy 0 1987 Fryeburg Academy 27, Lake Region 18 1986 Lake Region 20, Fryeburg Academy 6 1985 Lake Region 13, Fryeburg Academy 8 SERIES, Page 6C

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LR recaps: Soccer rally short

GIRLS’ SOCCER Wells 2, Lakers 1: Feeling a few home opener nerves leading to some defensive lapses, the Lakers fell behind Wells 2-0 by halftime last week.

“We made a couple of defensive adjustments and came out in the second half with much more confidence and an intent to create some scoring chances,” LR Coach Peter Webb said.

Mindy Murphy scored midway through the second half on a loose ball in the box resulting from a corner kick. Neva Leavitt and

Chandler True almost tied it up on two great chances.

Defensively, LR’s Mackenzie Siebert did a tremendous job man marking Wells’ playmaker and pretty much shut her down in the second half.

“I was a bit disappointed with our start to the game, but I am extremely pleased with how we came out in the second half and turned things around,” Coach Webb added. “We really pushed the tempo and were just unlucky on scoring two more goals, which could have won the game. So, my takeaway is

a positive one. I am confident we will steadily improve each game.”

Up next: The Lakers were scheduled to play Sacopee Valley yesterday, and will host Gray-New Gloucester this Friday at 4 p.m. at Dennison Field (Kansas Road). Then, the Lakers travel to Poland on Wednesday, Sept. 13 for a 6 p.m. contest.

GOLF The Lakers opened the regular season with a 4-3 win over Poland at Poland Springs.

“Pleasantly pleased with the play of the younger

players. Their continued improvement will determine our season,” Coach Art Kilborn said.

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In OT

(Continued from Page 1C) Coach Frost also faces reworking her front line, which graduated a couple of big scorers.

“There was not a whole lot of offensive action for either team to capitalize on. Each team took turns controlling the momentum of the game,” she said.

JV: The teams played two 15-minute halves, 7v7.

Madison Hofacker of Lake Region scored the lone goal.

Up next: The Lakers travel to Bowdoin College on Friday to play Freeport at 5 p.m. The Falcons’ new athletic complex is not ready for play yet. LR then travels to York on Tuesday, Sept. 12 for a 4 p.m. game.

Meanwhile, the Raiders travel to Yarmouth Friday for a 6 p.m. contest, and then go to Gray-New Gloucester WAITING FOR THE BALL TO LAND after a Raider on Tuesday for a 3:30 p.m. scoop pass is LR senior Hailey Parsons. game.

BATTLE FOR POSSESSION between Lake Region’s Hailey Parsons (left) and Fryeburg Academy’s Tina LeBlanc. Following the play is Lake Region’s Gabi White (#2).

(Rivet Photos)

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Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips

by Allen Crabtree

West Royce We drove by the trailhead parking lot for the West and East Royce Mountains on our way up Evans Notch today. We were hiking another mountain farther north in the Notch, but will return to climb West Royce later in September.

Both Royce Mountains are nice, moderate hikes and I recommend them.

The road through Evans Notch that leads to the Royce Mountain trailhead, Route 113, was carved by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s and generally follows the state line between Maine and New Hampshire. The two Royce Mountains straddle the state line, and while West Royce is in New Hampshire, East Royce is in Maine.

Royce Mountain and Captain Evans Evans Notch is named for Captain John Evans who had led a group of militia in the 1781 Indian wars. There had been an August 1781 Indian raid on the young settlement at Bethel. In September that year, Evans and his company of militia camped in the Notch near Royce Mountain to guard against other Indian attacks and stayed on guard until winter snows came and ended fears of another raid.

STEADY PACE — Denmark Mountain Hikers on the fall trail to West Royce.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

VIEWS from the summit of West Royce.

Their efforts were successful, and to this day there are no Indian raids on the settlements that I know of, anyway.

West Royce is part of the Bald Face-Royce Range in Evans Notch, and the two Royce mountains were labeled on Samuel Holland’s 1794 map of New Hampshire. They were named for Captain Vera Royce, an Irishman who lived in Fryeburg, and surveyed portions of the Saco Valley. At one time, he served as the surveyor-general for the Province of New TOP FOR A PHOTO — Hampshire and made the Denmark Mountain Hiker charter maps for Chatham, Nancy Sosman on a hike to Bartlett and Bretton Woods, West Royce. among others. In return for his role as a soldier in the French and Indian War in 1769, Royce received a 2,000-acre grant of land in the upper Saco River between Glen and Bartlett for his services “during the late war in North America.”

The West Royce Trail There is a combined trail that starts at the Route 113 trailhead to both West Royce and East Royce Mountains.

It crosses Evans Brook and several other small streams

(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

in the first half-mile. In the spring, these streams will be running full and the sound of water is never far from the hiker’s ears along the trail. The last brook crossing is at 1.0 miles and here the trails to West Royce and East Royce divide. The Royce Connector Trail to West Royce diverges to the left. The Royce Connector Trail leads in 0.2 miles to the Royce Trail. At 0.7 miles, the Burnt Mill Brook Trail diverges to the right, and it is another 0.7 miles to the summit of West Royce.

The trail is steep in places. There are two outlooks to the east on the way to the summit offering fine views.

West Royce can also be climbed via two other trail combinations: (1.) Royce Trail from the Brickett Place, to the Royce Connector, or (2.) the Laughing Lion and Royce Connector Trails.

West Royce is in Carroll County, N.H. Difficulty – Moderate Trail distance – 2.6 miles to summit Hiking time – 3 hours to summit Elevation – 3,210 feet Vertical gain – 1,280 feet Coordinates – 44° 18’ 27’’ N 71° 0’ 20’’ W Topographic Map – USGS Wild River 7.5-minute quad Directions to the West Royce trailhead: From US 302, take Maine 113 North into Evans Notch to the height-of-land. Just north of the height-of-land there is a large White Mountain National Forest parking lot on the west side and the trailhead to East Royce. A WMNF parking permit is required ($5 daily — the daily permit can be obtained at the parking lot). The road through Evans Notch is gated from about Nov. 1 and closed through the winter.

SOUNDS OF THE HIKE — The rush of water in the streams next to the trail adds to the sounds of the hike to West Royce.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

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(Photo by Allen Crabtree)

Fun & games

September 7, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 5C

This week’s puzzle theme:

Football

ACROSS 1. Nancy Drew’s quest, pl.

6. Pilot’s estimate 9. Mummy’s home 13. Caterpillar precursor 14. *Former Jets and Bills head coach 15. Sri Lankan language 16. Modern letter 17. *”Gimme ____ ____!”, start of an Iowa State cheer 18. Kind of acid 19. *Super Bowl LI competitor 21. One practicing self denial 23. Delivery from Santa 24. Criticism 25. Robert De Niro’s 1976 ride 28. Vintners’ valley 30. Skeleton’s place 35. Double-reed instrument 37. Deficiency 39. Period in history 40. Type of parrot 41. Up and about 43. Way, way off 44. Radio receiver 46. Bottom of a boot 47. Cut with a beam 48. Three-dimensional sound 50. Parks on a bus 52. Any ship 53. Go to and fro 55. Swear words 57. *Not passing or kicking 61. *Final football destination 65. Intestinal obstruction

66. Lawyer group 68. Cherished 69. Beside, archaic 70. Port vessel 71. Accustom 72. Young fellows 73. Follow ems 74. *Wake Forest ____ Deacons DOWN 1. Staff leader 2. Tibetan teacher 3. Europe/Asia mountain divide 4. Put out on a curb 5. Wild West hangout 6. Time periods 7. *Yards needed for first down 8. Relating to axis 9. Like a broken horse 10. Fail to mention 11. Short skirt 12. Country alliance 15. *Stop a player 20. African antelope 22. Baglike structure 24. Manufacturing plant 25. *Indiana’s team 26. Movie “_____ Last Night” 27. Transported 29. *Forward ____ 31. Iridescent gem 32. Chesterfields, e.g.

33. PayPal money 34. *Field goal value 36. Observer 38. Narc’s unit

42. Pine product 45. Fight the power 49. Movie “My ____ Private Idaho” 51. Like a rotten egg 54. Tequila source

56. UV light absorber 57. Iranian money 58. Arm part 59. Not want 60. Women in habits 61. Chows down

62. Female gamete 63. Infamous Roman tyrant

64. “I dream of Jeannie” star 67. Say no

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New Wolverines settle into NB

By Will Groves ’12 Sports Information Director Bridgton Academy The 210th class of Bridgton Academy Wolverines are beginning to settle onto Chadbourne Hill, thus meaning one thing: preseason.

Already these young men have braved the challenges of living away from home and the dreaded two-a-days. This year’s batch of Wolverines are ready to take on this new chapter in their own lives and create new opportunities for themselves. From sun up

to sun down, these young men have been grinding it out on the field and the ice, in order to prepare themselves for the upcoming season. One of the most unique aspects of Bridgton Academy is the fact that each year a completely new group of 18-19 year old young men come onto the hill and begin forming a bond with teammates, classmates and faculty, opening new doors to better themselves in any way they want.

For only being on campus one week so far, this class has exemplified what the “BA Brotherhood” is all

about, and for the next 33 weeks these young men will continue the amazing power of Bridgton Academy and what it has to offer.

Over the weekend, the soccer program kicked off their season with two games,

first against Cape Elizabeth and the second at Bates College. Lead by Coach Craig Wilkinson, the team came out firing and did not let their foot off the gas.

Goals came in bunches and at ACADEMY, Page 7C

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Harrison Rec news

HARRISON — Soccer season is here! This year, Harrison Rec has six teams, and is offering a Pre-K level team, where players will be introduced to the sport of soccer and the basic rules.

Parents can sign up children at the Town Office. Each child will be given a T-shirt and a soccer ball to keep!

The Kindergarten team is coached by Lars Holme.

Practices will be Monday at 5 p.m. starting Sept. 11.

There are two first and second grade teams this year!

Practices will be on Wednesdays for both teams. Team A is coached by Pat Lawler and Kevin Toohey, and will practice at 6 p.m. Team B is coached by Audrey Shaw and will practice at 5:30 p.m. Games will be Saturdays at noon.

Third and fourth grade soccer is coached by Colin Holme and John Happel. Practices are Wednesdays from 5 to 6:15 p.m., and games will on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.

Fifth and sixth grade soccer is coached by Phil Jendrick.

Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. with games played on Saturdays at 9 a.m.

Upcoming events Ice Cream Social on Thursday, Sept. 21 at the Community Room at 1 p.m. Cost $3.

Senior Luncheon on Oct. 3.

Salem trip on Oct. 8, residents $30, nonresidents $35.

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Bocce League scores

HARRISON — In the final regular season matchups in the Harrison Bocce league, Mentus beat the Village Tie Up 4-1, Worsters and Searles tied 3-3, Ruby’s and Henry’s were knotted up 3-3, while Aces and Long Lake were also deadlocked 3-3.

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Laker recaps

TOUGH YARDS TO COME BY, which Lake Region running back Andrew Douglass found as he is stopped here by a Fryeburg Academy defender.

Raiders handle LR, 40-6 and limit their possessions because we knew the personnel they had coming back was both physical and had quick strike ability,” Coach Jahna said. “We felt if we could hold onto the ball and grind it out a little bit, we could be in good shape.

But, we turned it over, gave them great field position and they scored on quick plays.”

Coach Jahna felt his club simply wasn’t able to match the physical brand of play the Raiders brought to the table.

“We had a deer-in-theheadlights situation, in which we played a team that is a little more physical than us — hit a little harder — and didn’t know quite how to respond. You see the fundamentals break down because you start thinking about survival than just going out and playing football. The pressure Fryeburg was putting on us disrupted everything,”

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(Continued from Page 2C) extra point was good.

FA 40, LR 0.

The Raiders rushed for 174 yards on 16 carries and tossed for 104 yards.

“I thought a few weren’t flags, but who knows? It’s something we have to clean up. Going into next week when we play York, those are things we just can’t do, particularly when they take points off the board. We were fortunate to still be able to score, but we can’t afford to make those kinds of mistakes in the red zone, especially after big plays,” Coach Turner said.

“Regardless of the circumstance, you have to deal with those penalties. At least we were able to play the next play. That’s what we did.”

What could go wrong, did go wrong for the Lakers over the first 24 minutes.

“We hoped to grind it out

SAVING TACKLE — Laker Paul Walker pulls down Raider running back Jared Chisari deep in LR territory.

Chisari had a big day, scoring four times and finishing he said. “Defensively, we just shy of 100 yards.

(Rivet Photos) had assignments we worked on all week, but once they was a sideline pass from onds off the clock with two stepped onto the field, their Mondville to Holland, which runs. eyes got real big and forgot just sailed over a couple of FA Up next: The Raiders what they were supposed to defenders, good for 38 yards travel to York this Friday to do. We knew they were going on a 4th-and-7 play. meet the Wildcats (0-1) at 7 to run jet sweep. We knew the FA burned seven-plus p.m. The Cats dropped their reads, but once they were out minutes off the clock in the opener, 55-34 to Leavitt. there, we went blind a little fourth quarter with seven “We have to do everything bit because of nerves.” running plays, including a better. Up front, we have to With the “running clock” 31-yard scamper by freshman be better defensively and be in effect in the second half, Isaak McKenney. On fourth more disciplined. We need to each team had two posses- down, Coach Turner called be more physical. And cersions. FA took nearly eight for a kneel-down. tainly, we need to cut down on minutes off the clock, running LR took the final 57.4 sec- penalties,” Coach Turner said. the ball before being stopped “York won’t hide what they at the LR-24 as Isaac Holland want to do. They’re physical. stopped Raider back Bryce They’re going to hit you in Micklon four yards short of the mouth. They will be sound the first down. and disciplined on defense.

The Lakers took their posThey are going to make us session and went 76 yards in make plays. We just have to 10 plays with Brent Massey be patient and stick with our scoring from three yards out plan and make some plays.” on a third down play at 8:21 Meanwhile, the Lakers (Continued from Page 2C) left in the contest. host Freeport (0-1) at Art 1984 Lake Region 21, The key play in the drive Fryeburg Academy 8 Kilborn Athletic Complex 1983 Lake Region 14, Friday night at 7 p.m. The Falcons lost their opener, Fryeburg Academy 12 1982 Lake Region 41, 28-8 to Old Orchard Beach.

Freeport beat the Lakers last Fryeburg Academy 14 1981 Lake Region 32, year, 18-6.

“Frankly, we challenged Fryeburg Academy 20 the team at halftime and after 1980 Fryeburg Academy the game as to what foot28, Lake Region 14 ball means to them. We’ve 1979 Fryeburg Academy seen them execute in practice.

13, Lake Region 6 We have some talented guys.

1978 Lake Region 8, They have to come out on Fryeburg Academy 0 game day and execute it,” 1977 Lake Region 40, Coach Jahna said. “We can’t Fryeburg Academy 0 1976 Tie: Fryeburg let the game get too big for Academy 6, Lake Region 6 them. They need to go out 1975 Lake Region 27, there and do what they need to do. It’s not the Xs or Os Fryeburg Academy 8 that are the problem. They 1974 Did Not Play need to calm down, play the 1973 Did Not Play game and have some fun.”

(Continued from Page 3C) LR’s foursome of Bobby Caron, Cutter Meeker, Ben Johnson and Justin Mushrow combined for a 211, just to nip the Knights, who posted a 213.

Caron recorded a 53 to defeat Poland’s Matt Ray (57), while Meeker posted the best round of the match with a 48 (par is 34) for another LR win.

Johnson posted a 56, six shots back; and Mushrow finished with a 54, two shots back.

Ayden Glass fired a 60, six shots back, while Adam Ranco picked up another LR point with a 67, three shots better than his Poland opponent.

Nonscoring LR players included: Trevor Hill 64, Hunter Hill 61, Dan Brewer 57 and Ayden Foster 74.

Up next: The Lakers played at Old Orchard Beach yesterday, and will host their first match with Yarmouth and Fryeburg Academy today, Thursday, at 3:30 p.m. at Bridgton Highlands.

CROSS-COUNTRY Junior Dawson Smith placed fifth overall and the Lakers had a strong secondary pack to capture first place in their regular season home opener last Thursday.

The LR boys claimed the top spot with 47 points followed by Poland 54, Fryeburg Academy 57, St. Dom’s 62 and Sacopee Valley no score.

While the Hawks did not field enough runners to score, SV had the fastest runner on the 2.95-mile course — Troy Hendricks, who motored to a time of 16 minutes, 40 seconds.

Smith checked in at 17:52, 23 seconds behind St. Dom’s Liam Levasseur.

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September 7, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 7C

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Laker recaps

Bridgton Highlands Ladies Golf Results from Aug. 23 — the tournament played was “Tee to Green,” record total score and subtract putts.

First gross winner was Shari Linsky; second gross was Diane Stillman; tied for low net were Martha Cummings and Judy Tenzyk. The pot was won by Lauren Packard, having the most one-putts for the round.

• At their end of the season meeting last Thursday, a scramble was played with two teams tied with a score of 39. Cards were matched, and the winning team included Diane Stillman, Donna Rollo, Martha Cummings and Kathy Blanchard.

Second place went to Donna Bleakney, Mary Barry, Carolyn Stanhope and Yvonne Gluck.

Nearest to the pin on Hole 2 was Suzie Kinney at 3-feet, 1-inch and Hole 8 was Yvonne Gluck at 25-feet, 8-inches.

After the scramble, a luncheon was served at Tanglewood on Highland Lake, followed by the business meeting. A slate of officers was presented for the new season and elected — Donna Bleakney and Diane Stillman, co-presidents; Eleanor Nicholson, treasurer; and Carolyn Stanhope, secretary.

(Continued from Page 6C) Casali placed eighth in 18:09, six seconds ahead of Fryeburg’s Osage Crie.

Other Laker finishers were: 12. Devyn Hatch, 18:43 13. Tim Moore, 19:00 14. Cameron Meserve, 19:21 15. Evan Willey, 19:24 23. Cody Doucette, 20:09 24. Ethan Chadwick, 20:12 26. Ian St. John, 20:24 29. Andrew Gianattasio, 21:14 31. Justin Lees, 21:27 40. Dillon Doucette, 23:48 44. Connor Martin, 27:27 “It was our best meet in a few years. Everyone improved (over their Invitational times from a week ago) and did a very good job,” LR Coach Dan Dors said. “And, we did not have our #1 runner, Jeff McCubrey.”

On the girls’ side, the Lakers had just two runners in the field — Hannah Chadwick, who placed 13th in 23:32 and Olivia Toole, who was 16th in 24:09.

Senior Emily Carty of Fryeburg Academy won the race in 18:12.

Up next: The Lakers travel to Gorham on Saturday for an 8 a.m. meet.

CAP 2016 DONATIONS — CAP Memorial Scholarship winner for 2016 was Spencer True (middle), who is pictured with her dad, Paul, and CAP treasurer Charles Priest. Below, Bobby Ellis, president of the Western Maine Youth Hockey League accepts a donation from the CAP Memorial, which raises money each year at a highly-successful golf tournament at Point Sebago and then distributes funds to area youth-recreation programs.

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Settling in at the Academy (Continued from Page 5C) halftime the score was 4-1 in favor of the Black and Grey.

The second half was an exact copy of the first, leaving the final score on the field 8-2 when the final whistle blew.

On Sunday, BA faced off against the Bates College JV team. The weather and field conditions were not ideal for either side, posing a challenge for the Wolverines. Fresh off an eight-goal affair Friday, goals were harder to come by in the rain. After trailing 1-0 for most of the game, Captain Antonio Terceros took mat-

OFF TO A GOOD START for the Lake Region varsity girls’ cross-country team is senior Hannah Chadwick.

(Rivet Photo) ters into his own hands, knotting it up at one a side for the remainder of the game.

Their next game is scheduled for Friday in Brunswick against Bowdoin College.

Upcoming contests from other Wolverine programs include the football team beginning its regular season

at Curry College on Sunday.

The baseball team opened up against Central Maine CC and Southern Maine CC this past Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively.

We look forward to all other Wolverine athletic contests and hope for a great year in North Bridgton.

to Beacon 10K to him.

Motivated to help RTT find a miniature to take his place, Candy set a goal of raising $10,000 to help with the purchase of two new min-

iature horses for RTT. On her fundraising page, Candy explained that the Therapeutic Carriage Driving program at RTT had grown so fast that, “We really need two driving minis so that the burden doesn’t fall on only one little pair of withers.”

As a result of her efforts (along with a number of other equally passionate RTT supporters), Oynx, a wonderful 10-year-old miniature horse now calls Riding To The Top home.

And soon Cookie, another miniature horse, will be join-

By David Eddy The yellow Thistle Windlord lived up to its name as Josh Davis and David Eddy sailed to a win in drifting conditions on Long Lake’s Harrison Bay. The wind was light to moderate at the start, with shifts to the right making starboard the windward tack of choice. No one was going to fetch that first mark without tacking, but there was no rush to get a port tack in there until it was clear how much of a port tack was really needed.

Eddy’s Thistle was first around with Dean’s Laser not far behind. Read’s Santana was next, and then the balance of the fleet. The first three elected to take a line on the rhumb line toward the second mark, but some decided to head more directly east to try to get into the air LORD, Page 8C

Poki’s Run raises over $10K

WINDHAM — When Candy Platz, DVM, learned that Riding To The Top’s beloved mini, Poki, had died earlier this year, she dedicated her run in the 2017 Beach

Bocce League scores (Continued from Page 5C) North Division: Searles +15, Ruby’s +7, Aces +3, Long Lake -2.

South Division: Worsters +12, Henry’s +10, Mentus -2, Tie Up -22.

Final games will be played on Sunday, Sept. 10. North teams will bring salads, while South teams will bring appetizers and desserts.

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Summer over, races roll on

(Continued from Page 7C) evidenced by ripples along the east shore, hoping to get a big boost there to take a close reach to the second buoy.

At this point, the breeze went super light. Dean closed on Eddy, but at the second turn the yellow Thistle was still in the lead. Those who had tried to go low to the east shore to get a breeze found little reward once they arrived.

For Eddy and Dean, the fluky Breeze Fan came back on out toward the middle of the bay, and as they worked upwind in it, the yellow Thistle pulled ahead, sailing close-hauled in the light stuff. Meanwhile, back at the second mark, any semblance of a zepher went the way of the dodo bird and a bunch of boats went into park. At this point, the Race Committee decided to shorten the course so folks could get off the water before sunset, making the third buoy the finish point. In a heading air, boats were forced to make tacks to get to the finish.

Taking the gun was the Eddy/ Davis team aboard Windlord.

Greg Dean crossed second about five minutes back in his red Laser. Read and Trend crossed third on their Santana

20 Hat Trick and Bean’s J22 Rampage was fourth.

Full results of the last official Tuesday race of the season follow: 1. David Eddy, Josh Davis/ Thistle Windlord 2. Greg Dean/Laser 3. Walt Read, Craig Trend/ Santana 20 Hat Trick 4. Bob Bean, Jerry Guyot, Mark Cotton/J22 Rampage 5. Sandy Trend/Sunfish 6. Ryan Knowles-Lane/ Daysailer 7. Rob Knowles, Ann Wold/Catalina 22 Barbara B A final fun race (not counted toward season results) was scheduled to take place on Tuesday, Sept. 5, with season results to be announced and trophy awards following the race. The club gathered at Olde Mill Tavern.

The Lake Region Sailing Club Tuesday Night is sponsored by Pat Klofas of Lake Region Physical Therapy.

The race starts at 5 p.m. near the shallow watermarks off Lakeside Pines in Harrison Bay. Come on out with your sailboat to have some fun! Or call Paul Follansbee at 776-1265 to get a ride out on the committee boat to see the action close up. Until then, Sail Fast!

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Are you addicted to competition? Create a team for the 10k and be the winning team that showcases a winner’s trophy for a year!

Teams can represent an organization you are involved in or support or just a group of friends who love the thrill of competition!

Race day registration: 7 to 7:55 a.m.

Kids Fun Run: 8 a.m.

5K/10K: 8:30/8:40am respectively Fee: 5K at $15, 10K at $20; 12 and under Fun Run, free Contact: Julie Carr at 8909617 or e-mail julieacarr26@ gmail.com Website: https:// r a c e r o s t e r. c o m / events/2017/13117/2017freedom-run-5k10k-runwalk Fit 4 Duty, Sunday, Sept. 24 The 5th Annual Fit 4 Duty 5K is a run/walk encouraging our public safety personnel (as well as civilians) to remain fit as well as to enhance their fitness for duty on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 9 a.m.

These efforts are in honor of Lt. Rick Duncanson, a 26-year veteran of the Windham Fire and Rescue Departments, who died unexpectedly in December 2012.

This event is hosted by RDMS, Inc. (501c3). All net proceeds are to ben-

efit The Rick Duncanson Memorial Scholarship.

The race begins and ends at Windham High School; the course forms a complete circle on local roads; and is sure to be a fun experience for runners and walkers.

Participants will start and finish under a Fire Tower Truck arch with a 42-foot American flag.

Race Day bib pickup: beginning at 7:30 a.m., Windham High School main entrance.

Registration is $25 (with free t-shirt if you register before Aug. 15); online registration available until Sept.

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tion $30 per person. Race day registration will begin at 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Entry fee: Team Challenge, $20, 3.1 miles; civilian team, $25, 3.1 miles; family/stroller, $25, 3.1 miles; individual, $25, 3.1 miles.

Website: racewire.com/ register.php?id=7536 No rain date. Race management reserves the right to modify or shorten the race course in the case of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, and to accept or reject any entry. No transfers, substitutions.

Contact: Lisa Duncanson at 838-3298 or e-mail Fit4Duty­_5k@yahoo.com

Poki’s Run raises $10K+

(Continued from Page 7C) and training to become sturdy, reliable and valuable members of our therapeutic program.”

Platz, who turned 65 this year, has run 10 Beach to Beacon races on behalf of RTT — raising over $65,000 for the center!

Executive Director Sarah Bronson stated that, “All of us at RTT are amazed and awed by Candy’s annual Beach to Beacon run for RTT and her fundraising accomplishments.

Because of her, children and adults with a wide array of physical and emotional challenges continue to benefit from our services.”

Many people are unable to ride a horse due to limitations such as weight, balance, fatigue, fear of heights, inability to sit astride, or other concerns. “Therapeutic Carriage Driving can offer students with physical, mental, sensory or emotional disabilities the rewards (of equine-assisted activities)… while driving from a carriage seat.” (PATH, Intl.)

Founded in 1993, the mission of Riding To The Top Therapeutic Riding Center (RTT) is to enhance health and wellness through equine-assisted activities and therapies.

For more information about client services, volunteering, or making a gift, please visit www.ridingtothetop.org or call 892-2813.

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RACE PROCEEDS HELPING THE COMMUNITY — Bridgton 4 On The Fourth co-race director Jim Cossey (left) presents a $500 donation to Lakes Environmental Association, accepted by Executive Director Peter Lowell.

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DRIFTER — Windlord, under the guidance of David Eddy and Josh Davis, won the final Tuesday night Lake Region Sailing Club Race on Long Lake.

(Photo by Rachel Davis)

Feel the Burn, Saturday, Sept. 9 Feel the Burn — Saco Valley Fire Association 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. in North Fryeburg.

A Fun 5K for the whole Family! With a fire truck at every mile and local breweries and food trucks teamed up, it will be an event for the whole family to enjoy.

Support the local fire department by running or walking the race through local fields and roads that surround the station. Extra shirts will be available for purchase at the race.

The race will begin at 10 a.m. at Saco Valley Fire Association in North Fryeburg, however, please arrive early to ensure everything is ready to go! Last minute registration on race day will be available at 8 a.m.

This will be a chipped timed race, all runners preregistered for the race will receive a race t-shirt.

100 % of the race proceeds will go to fire department needs such as equipment, gear and truck repairs.

Entry fee: $35.

Registration: runsignup. com Loon Echo Land Trust Trek, Saturday, Sept. 16 The Trek takes place on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Shawnee Peak Ski Area, attracting hundreds of participants as they hike Maine’s iconic Pleasant Mountain or bike through the scenic hills of western Maine.

The Norway Savings Bank Loon Echo Trek is a fun, family friendly, fully supported hiking and cycling event boasting the Toughest Century in Maine, with easier 25, 50 and 80-mile routes options for road cyclists.

Hikers can choose either a 4.5 or 6-mile route across the ridge line of Pleasant Mountain. Trekkers can also choose to do a little of both with the Hike & Bike option.

Preregistration online is open until Sept. 10 at https:// w w w. b i k e r e g . c o m / l o o n echo-trek. Fair-weather fans can register the morning of the event at Shawnee Peak Ski Area from 7 to 9:30 a.m.

Freedom Run 5K/10K, Saturday, Sept. 23 Come out and participate in either the 5K, 10K or Kids Fun Run in Oxford

Opinion & Comment

September 7, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 1D

Views from Augusta

by Paul LePage Governor of Maine

Compassion and generosity during disaster

Even as Hurricane Harvey has been downgraded to a tropical storm, the people of Texas are still reeling from the devastating effects of the massive weather system. Mainers are always quick to rush to the aid of their neighbors, and many are looking for ways to help their fellow Americans in Texas.

The most effective way to support disaster survivors is to donate money and time to reputable charitable organizations.

Emergency agencies are requesting that people do not donate unsolicited goods, such as used clothing, household items, medicine or perishable food. When such items are donated, agencies must find the staff and resources to sort, transport, AL’S PATRIOTIC WOODPILE — Al St. Germain of Lovell stacked firewood along the edge of his driveway and warehouse, and distribute items, which may not meet the painted the American flag on the end of the logs. needs of disaster survivors. Cash donations give agencies the most flexibility to address urgent needs. With cash in hand, these organizations can obtain much-needed resources closest to the disaster location. This inflow of cash also puts money back into the local economy, which helps local businesses recover faster.

Mainers should only donate to reputable organizations, “That’s so bourg,” said one of the Saul Alinsky community DONATION, Page 2D organizers I was working with 45 years ago in Massachusetts.

Though I didn’t know what “bourg” meant, I got that it was a pejorative. “Bourg” meant “bad.” Only later did I ask the full meaning. It was short for “bourgeois,” she said, as if that

by Tom McLaughlin explained everything. I still didn’t understand but the word sounded familiar and I knew its spelling so I looked it up.

BN Columnist Bourgeois meant “middle class,” but I was still perplexed. I

by Peter Bollen saw myself as middle class and still do. What was so bad about middle class?

Contributing Writer Well, just about everything, I guess. At the ultra-progressive, and crime.”

The last straw came when Wax dared criticize mores in ivy-league University of Pennsylvania, a law professor named Amy Wax is being vilified as “racist” and “bigoted” by students, sacrosanct subcultures: “the single-parent, antisocial habits, faculty, and alumni for daring to write that bourgeois values prevalent among some working-class whites; the anti-‘acting exemplified in 1950s America are superior to those prized in white’ rap culture of inner-city blacks; [and] the anti-assimilation today’s progressive America. She asserted in a Philadelphia ideas gaining ground among some Hispanic immigrants.” Wax Inquirer op-ed that in the 1950s people believed you should: asserted those were, “destructive of a sense of solidarity and “Get married before you have children and strive to stay married reciprocity among Americans.”

UPenn took all that as a declaration of war and several for their sake. Get the education you need for gainful employment, work hard, and avoid idleness. Go the extra mile for your scorching columns appeared in UPenn’s daily newspaper, The employer or client. Be a patriot, ready to serve the country. Be Daily Pennsylvanian. One, signed by 54 faculty and doctoral neighborly, civic-minded, and charitable. Avoid coarse language students, declared that Wax’s bourgeois culture: “stem[s] from in public. Be respectful of authority. Eschew substance abuse SUPREMACIST, Page 3D

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The Reading Life

Interview with Bruce Robert Coffin

“One of the best police procedurals I’ve read in years.”

— Gerry Boyle

Bruce Robert Coffin’s debut novel, Among the Shadows, features heroic police detective John Byron of the Portland Police Department. Coffin has followed up with his second in the series, Beneath the Depths, and has gained an enthusiastic following.

Q: You had a distinguished career in law enforcement. Are you now retired and do you write full time?

BRC: I was very fortunate to work 28 years with some phenomenal people, and I had some amazing opportunities. I retired from police work in 2012 with the dream of becoming a full-time author.

Q: When did you decide to become a writer?

BRC: I often wonder if the decision was truly mine…I think the true turning point for me was when I read Stephen King’s Salem’s Lot. It was King’s storytelling that really made me want to pen my own tales of fiction.

Q: Has any particular writer influenced you?

BRC: There are many. King obviously, for the reasons stated above. Robert B. Parker’s Spenser hooked me early on. Dennis Lehane and James Lee Burke have captured my attention as of late.

Q: What individuals have influenced you in life?

BRC: New England writer Kate Flora has had a huge impact on me. As prolific as they come, Kate has penned several different mystery series as well as true crime books.

Many years later, Kate became my writing mentor. I don’t believe I would be where I am today without her guidance.

Q: What books do you have on your bookshelf? Any parCOFFIN, Page 3D

Whenever you are, I ‘spose’

Sometimes the journey is shorter than expected and the words of wisdom you find there are exactly what you needed to hear.

It was the name of the event that caught my eye: Acts of Kindness Music Festival.

It was a few months ago that I drove by the banner announcing the August event and said to myself, “I gotta go to that.”

So, during the last weekend in August, despite worries about an overly large crowd and concerns it wouldn’t be my teen’s type of music — I went.

I went to the Acts of Kindness Music Festival. So glad I did.

First, 100 percent of the ticket proceeds went toward training athletes who participate in Special Olympics.

Secondly, it was super affordable: $10 per person for the entire day.

Thirdly, it broadened my music tastes.

The night before, I Googled the names of the bands that would be performing. I listened to the songs I could find on YouTube. In other words, I researched it first instead of just showing up.

I ran across a rapper named Spose. I watched the video called King of Maine. I asked my daughter if she knew about this guy rapping in Bean boots on the banks of the Androscoggin River.

Seems Spose was the real reason she agreed to go to this Acts of Kindness Music Festival that I’d been building up for weeks.

It was early evening before my daughter and I arrived at

It Dawned on Me

by Dawn De Busk BN Columnist the Oxford Fairgrounds. The crowd was surprisingly small.

Families were sitting in the bleachers. People were dancing.

Children were wearing glow bracelets. The band Continental Shakedown had started its first song. Some teens sitting on a fence informed me Spose would be there in about an hour.

We were in the right place at the right time.

Around 9 p.m., Spose took to the stage, testing the sound system and asking for a different mic. He requested that the people come in closer; and it turned into a real cozy concert.

He took music requests from children in the audience. He promoted the Special Olympics and the athletes involved in the program. That was why he had agreed to do the show, he said.

He joked that goat jousting might have brought in a bigger crowd than his performance.

Although rap music is not my favorite genre, I found his lyrics to be smart. I am a big fan of anyone who puts Maine in SPOSE, Page 2D

Letters Thank You!

To The Editor: Many thanks to the kind, generous Renys staff members who cheerfully administered first aid when I tripped on the sidewalk in front of the store, and to the expert medical professionals in Urgent Care and the Emergency Room at Bridgton Hospital who patched me together. I am grateful for all their care.

François Rigolot Bridgton

Tap into local talent

To The Editor: Recently, there was a great article written in Mainebiz about Bridgton’s local builder, Justin McIver and his passion for creating eco-friendly homes and retail buildings LABOR DAY WEEKEND STROLL — Led by their Labrador, this trio takes a stroll on Sunday morning, well before the rain started. The group was crossing the swing bridge at the Songo Lock, which is operated by the Maine right here within our communities. Seeing the types Department of Transportation. (De Busk Photo) of structures he is building

and how each one adds to the charm and historic setting of our quaint village is also reinventing what needs to be happening now for our future. He isn’t putting up shopping centers or tract housing or big box stores… it’s as though he looks at a particular neighborhood and like an artist, envisions what it can become.

This is a guy you want to include on your planning board or economic development committee simply for his vision, knowledge and respect for existing businesses. He looks at what the community needs to add, rather than duplicate the types of businesses that are already here. He has been one of the first to realize that we have a need for affordable housing for individuals heading into retirement years.

Our business community is made up of primarily “Mom and Pop” businesses and that is what makes us unique, adds to the charm, and it is wonderful when you walk into a business and people know you by name. Justin LETTERS, Page 2D

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McIver is one of those names to watch. Just image what is possible with such talent over the next few years as he simply; “Does his thing!”

Douglas Porter, Historical Society President Sweden

What we won’t hear

To The Editor: In the golden age of “conservatism” (otherwise known as Ronald Reagan’s Reign of Error), Republicans used to get big laughs from this old canard: “Question: What is the definition of a conservative? Answer: A conservative is a liberal who just got mugged.” Yuck, yuck! So, in the spirit of turnabout and fair play, I ask: Question: What is the definition of a Texas liberal? Answer: A Texas liberal is a Texas conservative who just got flooded out by the heaviest rainstorm in recorded American history.

When Hurricane Sandy devastated New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut in 2012, cartloads of right-wing senators and congressmen railed against “government handouts” to the states in the Northeast. Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz were among 20 of Texas’ members of Congress who voted against the Sandy federal aid package. I’ll bet they won’t vote against “government handouts” to the people of Houston this week. As G. William Hoagland, a former budgetary advisor to Senate

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Republicans, said, “The truth of the matter is, they don’t need money to build a wall in Texas, but to rebuild the shoreline in Texas.” True enough, but the underlying fact is, nobody ever needed money to build Donald Trump’s foolish wall. Hurricane Harvey should kill it for sure. GOP “conservatives” give hypocrisy a bad name. Another promise made, another promise broken. MAGA! The brute force of nature can quickly remind us how unimportant our ideologies really are. We won’t hear many “conservatives” arguing this week, as many did in 2012, that all of this spending must be matched by corresponding cuts to social programs. We won’t hear many of them saying that this kind of problem would be solved much better if we left it to the “free market.” We won’t hear many “conservatives” scream about “government overreach,” “federal power grabs,” or any of their stale right-wing claptrap. There’s a good reason we won’t hear that stuff: it’s all garbage. But it usually takes something as humbling as a natural disaster to shake ideologues out of their torpor.

We likely also won’t hear Republicans saying anything about the human-caused climate destabilization that is driving storms like Harvey.

Scientists have warned for years that we’re forcing our BEES AND BLOSSOMS in Pondicherry Park, Bridgton. Local photographer Ed Stevens noticed quite a bit of climate into a new state, bee activity around this Hydrangea located on the backside of the Magic Lantern. “While I observed how busy which will mean stronger they are, the ancient question formed in my head, ‘Got your wood in yet?’ The bees and I share similar concerns storms, deeper droughts, and as the summer nears its end.” Can you find six bees? Fuji X100T 23mm fixed lens with circular polarizer to other extremes of weather on darken the sky. f/16 @ 1/140 ISO 1000. every side. Each passing year verifies their warnings. While our Gulf Coast was being inundated, even worse flood- lowlands of Southeast Asia. ern Great Plains and Pacific going to get worse. We’re up to that, but they probably ing was drowning the coastal Meanwhile, southern Europe Coast. When I was a boy, now leaving our descendants won’t. was hit with record high these were once-in-a-lifetime a world much less livable Rev. Robert Plaisted temperatures and scorching events. Now they happen than the one our parents left Bath drought, as were our north- every year, and they’re only us. Republicans could face LETTERS, Page 5D

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TOWN OF WATERFORD FOR SALE BY SEALED BID 2004 STERLING – MODEL S-LT8500 Wheeler 11' Plow with 10' wing, 107,000 miles.

There are issues with the dump body. Sold “As Is, Where Is.” The selectmen reserve the right to reject any or all bids. Please submit sealed bid to the Town Office

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TOWN OF NAPLES Public Hearing The Board of Selectpersons will hold a meeting on September 18, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. An application for a Liquor License submitted by Annette’s Country Skillet Diner located at 12 Lakes Plaza Way. Public welcome.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

AGENDA Casco Zoning Board of Appeals September 18th, 2017 Casco Community Center 940 Meadow Road 7:00 P.M. 1. Approve Minutes of August 21st, 2017.

2. Stephen Thibeault has filed an application for a General Variance on behalf of David Jackson to permit a front setback reduction from 50' to 37' (13') to permit construction of stairway and landing on the front of the home. The foundation of the house is currently 37' and applicant requests that the stairway be permitted at the same distance from the water. The property is known as Map 19, Lot 35, commonly known as 192 Lakewood Road. The property is located in a LRR Zone.

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Donate with generosity during disaster (Continued from Page 1D) such as the Red Cross or the Salvation Army, and always be cautious of scams that may surface during this disaster. If you are unfamiliar with an agency that is contacting you for a donation, do not donate to that organization. Do not give your personal financial information to anyone over the phone if you aren’t certain who you are speaking with.

Those wishing to volunteer should also work through reputable organizations, since the influx of volunteers needs to be a coordinated effort. Do not head to the disaster area without first contacting a volunteer organization to determine if and where they need you.

Donations of blood are also needed. Contact your local Red Cross for more information.

The Maine Emergency Management Agency is monitoring the situation in Texas. MEMA is also getting regular updates from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Maine rapper, Spose, and my daughter Dani. and the Department of Homeland Security. They expect requests for assistance to continue for months as the people of Texas recover from this catastrophic storm.

Ann and I send our heartfelt sympathies to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. Our thoughts and prayers are with their (Continued from Page 1D) families and with the survivors of this disaster. a favorable spotlight so count me in on the Spose following.

Spose was so down-to-earth and humble. After the conPUBLIC NOTICE cert, he spent time with each individual person. He took time for several photos. In fact, he posted the photo with my daughter on Instagram.

It was amazing that we happened upon this fundraising Tax-Acquired Property For Sale concert. His tour takes him to London this month. My daughThe Town of Casco is offering one tax-acquired property for ter and I did not have to travel that far. Plus, I had plenty of sale. The property is a tax-acquired property and will be elbow room to dance and wave my arms like rappers ask offered for sale by a quitclaim deed. Information regarding the people to do. property may be obtained at the Casco Town Office or on the As Spose departed, I talked to someone who had coordiCasco website at www.cascomaine.org nated the event.

He was from “away” and spent the summer months in the Interested parties may submit bids on appropriate forms delivPine Tree State. He commented on how Mainers really know erable to the office of the Casco Town Manager at 635 how to enjoy their summers.

Meadow Road, Casco, Maine 04015, no later than September “Wherever you go in Maine feels like where the right 11, 2017, at 12:00 noon, in envelopes clearly-marked “Taxplace,” he said.

Acquired Property Bid.” He described driving down a country road with farmhousAward of bids will be by the Casco Selectboard at their regular es and green acreage where horses graze; and “in the middle meeting. Awarding of bids is at the discretion of the of nowhere,” there is an ice cream stand crowded with people Selectboard. enjoying that summertime activity, that rite of summer.

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Public Notice

TOWN OF DENMARK Election of Charter Committee Members

NOMINATION PAPERS DEADLINE EXTENDED The Town of Denmark is looking for six people interested in serving on the Charter Committee for the Town of Denmark.

The Town of Denmark is forming a Charter Committee to revise the current Charter of the Town of Denmark.

Denmark voters will elect six (6) members to the committee on Election Day, November 7, 2017.

Nomination papers are available at the Denmark Town Office.

The nomination papers must be returned by Friday, September 22, 2017.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Highland Lake Lowering Notification Starting on October 1, 2017, Highland Lake’s water level will be lowered temporarily so lakefront property owners can perform dock repairs, place riprap, clean the exposed lake bottom along the shoreline, and perform other waterfront improvements.

Lakefront property owners should take actions necessary to protect their personal property. This includes, but is not limited to, adjusting pontoon retaining lines and properly securing or removing boats, canoes and kayaks.

Owners planning improvements to their docks or shorelines are advised to consult DEP and Robert Baker, Code Enforcement Officer for allowed improvements or permits required prior to doing so. If you have any questions regarding which improvements require approval, contact Robert Baker at ceo@bridgtonmaine.org, or call (207) 803-9952. 4T34

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE Please take notice that Hancock Lumber Company, Inc., 1260 Poland Spring Rd., Casco, Maine, (207) 627-7600, intends to file an Air Emission License application with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) pursuant to the provisions of 38 M.R.S.A., Section 590, on September 1, 2017.

The application is for the addition of a biomass boiler to replace an existing oil-fired boiler at the Casco Sawmill. According to Department regulations, interested parties must be publicly notified, written comments invited, and if justified, an opportunity for public hearing given. A request for a public hearing or for the Board of Environmental Protection to assume jurisdiction must be received by the Department, in writing, no later than 20 days after the application is accepted by the Department as complete for processing.

The application and supporting documentation will be available for review at the Bureau of Air Quality (BAQ) DEP offices in Augusta, (207) 287-7688, during normal working hours. A copy of the application and supporting documentation will also be available at the municipal office in Casco, Maine.

Written public comments may be sent to: Jane Gilbert at the Bureau of Air Quality, State House Station #17, Augusta, Maine 04333.

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Opinions

September 7, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 3D

Supremacists under the bed

the very same malignant logic of hetero-patriarchal, classbased, white supremacy that plagues our country today,” and “These cultural values and logics are steeped in antiblackness and white heteropatriarchal respectability, i.e. two-hetero-parent homes, divorce is a vice, and the denouncement of all groups perceived as not acting white enough i.e. black Americans, Latino communities, and immigrants in particular.”

Forty-five years ago, bourgeois culture was still acceptable but today it’s anathema to the progressive left which rules media and academia.

Above her original op-ed, Wax included a picture of actor John Wayne from Director John Ford’s 1956 film: The Searchers, the film was depicted as reinforcing bourgeois GREEN TOMATOES SHOWING — It’s not the award- culture and further enflaming winning movie, but one of the crops that is ripening in the the UPenn establishment.

Other symbols of the garden outside the Harrison Village Library.

(De Busk Photo) bourgeois 1950s, like Father

Knows Best and Leave It To Beaver, are often derided by progressives. Must we now regard Jim Anderson and Ward Cleaver as hetero-patriarchal white supremacists? Were baby boomer minds corrupted by their propaganda? Do we need reeducation and sensitivity training? To remedy this, perhaps there could be another remake of Leave It To Beaver in which Lumpy Rutherford marries Eddie Haskell. Maybe Whitey Whitney can renounce his white male privilege and transition into a woman.

Maybe June Cleaver can organize a fund raiser for Planned Parenthood.

NBC’s Chuck Todd invited Dartmouth’s Chris Bray, author of Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook, onto Meet the Press on Aug. 20, 2017. Bray argued for Antifa’s use of violence in opposition to fascist white supremacists. Arguing against was Richard Cohen of the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Then Dartmouth President Phil Scanlon denounced Bray’s remarks, only to be condemned by 100 active Dartmouth faculty members. Sounds a lot like UPenn’s antics.

Thus is political polarization exacerbated. Antifa uses violence not only against real white supremacists, but imagined ones as well. The Marxist left, which seems now to control the Democrat Party, sees anyone who opposes it as white supremacist. So when Antifa beats up Trump supporters, capitalists, readers of Ann Coulter’s columns, and anyone it considers conservative, leftist Democrats either cheer them or keep silent, recent remarks by Nancy Pelosi notwithstanding.

Perhaps observing how Maine’s rural 2nd District where I live went for Trump in 2016, former Trump cam-

paigner staffer Mark Braynard is bringing his “Look Ahead America” organization to New Hampshire. Interviewed on WMUR-TV, Braynard said he identified 15,000 to 100,000 disaffected rural voters he’ll try to register. In response, New Hampshire Democrat Party Chairman Ray Buckley called these disaffected citizens “white supremacists.”

Who knew there were so many white supremacists in New Hampshire? Might these disaffected citizens also consider themselves middle class?

Bourgeois? Whereas the late Senator Joseph McCarthy saw communists under his bed and everywhere else in the 1950s, it appears today’s Democrats are seeing white supremacists everywhere now.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired middle school U.S. History teacher.

Interview with Bruce Robert Coffin

(Continued from Page 1D) ticular genre you prefer?

BRC: I think horror, mystery, and true crime interest me the most. But really anything well written that captures the imagination or evokes emotion is my go to. I recently finished Ordinary Grace by William Kent Kruger and I highly recommend it.

Q: Would you say in your current book that parts of it are autobiographical?

BRC: Many people think so. In truth, the books I write are filled with things that my former colleagues or I have experienced. I try to insert as much realism as I can in each book; this means I draw heavily on personal experience when writing certain scenes. So in that way I guess the answer to your question is yes.

Q: Are you working on a new book or project?

BRC: I am currently working on the third novel in the Detective Byron series, tentatively titled Beyond the Truth.

There is no question that the third novel has been the toughest to write. I have found myself digging deep into my own well of personal experiences and emotions on this one.

Q: Do you have a particular writing regimen?

BRC: I normally like to write first thing in the morning. I find that my brain and typing fingers are a bit more in sync at

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that time of day. Most times I will sit down and begin by editing some of the previous day’s work. Editing acts as a warm up and stretching exercise for the brain. I write any time the mood hits me, but earlier in the day seems to suit me best.

Q: I always ask writers about “writer’s block.” Do you experience this? If so, how do you deal with it?

BRC: I’ve never experienced anything like the full-blown writer’s block described by some scribes. There have been times when the scenes aren’t coming to me or I’m stuck on some plot point. When that happens I either head to the gym and punish myself on the elliptical or go down to the basement and work the heavy bag until the fog clears.

Q: Do you have any advice to an aspiring writer who wishes to publish?

BRC: Be prepared to work your butt off and to be disappointed. Landing a traditional publishing deal is hard.

Finding an agent is hard. Writing a novel is hard. But if you really enjoy the writing then you’re halfway there.

Bruce Robert Coffin’s website is at: www.brucerobertcoffin.com Peter Bollen, a resident of Bridgton, writes an occasional column dedicated to books and authors including reviews and news of the book trade. He welcomes comments and suggestions, and can be reached at pdboll@roadrunner.com

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CONSULT OUR LISTING OF BUSINESS SERVICES AND LET AN EXPERT DO THE JOB! ACCOUNTANTS

CHIMNEY LINING

DENTAL SERVICES Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA Complete comprehensive oral hygiene care Infants – Seniors Most dental insurances, MaineCare 647-4125 bdhc@myfairpoint.net

Chandel Associates Accounting, Taxes Audits, Full Service Payroll 3 Elm St., Bridgton Office 647-5711

The Clean Sweep LLC Chimney Cleaning Service Supaflu and Stainless Steel Chimney lining and relining Dana Richardson 935-2501

Jones & Matthews, PA Certified Public Accountants Accounting and taxes Roosevelt Trail Prof. Bldg.

Route 302, Bridgton 647-3668 cpas@maine.com

Mountain View Dentistry Dr. Leslie A. Elston Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry Servicemaster 207-647-3628 Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office MountainViewDentistryMaine.com Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 DOCKS

ALARMS WAM-ALARM Systems Installation, Service, Monitoring Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors Free Security Survey 647-2323

CLEANING SERVICES

TLC Home Maintenance Co. Professional Cleaning and Property Management Housekeeping and much more 583-4314

APPLIANCE REPAIR

COMPUTERS

Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC Quality service you deserve All major brands jonesappliances@aol.com 647-4432

Grammy Geek Tech support for seniors (jr’s too) 1-1 support at your home Malware & virus removal/PC repair Free pick-up & delivery 207-310-0289

ATTORNEYS

Ms. C’s Computer Repair Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Virus and spyware removal Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA PC repairs 207-228-5279 110 Portland St., Fryeburg, ME 04037 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Naples Computer Services Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA PC repair/upgrades – on-site service 132 Main St. Virus and spy-ware removal P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 Home and business networking 647-8360 Video security systems 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746 Hastings Malia, PA 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com

CARETAKERS Caretake America Managing and Patrolling Kevin Rogers, Owner/Manager Rte. 35, Naples 693-6000

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

CARPETING Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Carpet and Flooring Sales and Installation 21 Sandy Creek Rd, Bridgton 647-5562 800-310-5563

CONTRACTORS Jeff Hadley Builder Remodeling, Additions Tile work, Wood flooring Kitchens, Drywall, Painting 30 yrs experience 207-595-8421 jhadley44@gmail.com Quality Custom Carpentry From start to finish and from old to new Jeff Juneau Naples 207-655-5903

DANCE INSTRUCTION The Ballroom Dance - Exercise - Yoga - Aikido Main St., Harrison, Maine 207-583-6964

DENTAL SERVICES Bridgton Dental Associates Dr. Paul Cloutier Complete dental care 138 Harrison Rd, Bridgton www.bridgtondental.com 207-647-8052

Great Northern Docks, Inc. Sales & Service Route 302, Naples 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com

ELECTRICIANS Bosworth Electric Inc. Quality electrical contractor Commercial/Industrial/Residential Generators/Todd Bosworth/207-838-6755 bosworthelectricinc@hotmail.com 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

EXCAVATION Mains Earthwork LLC Site work-Septic-Big/small jobs Fully insured – Free estimates Jarek Mains – Owner/Operator 207-461-7599 mainsearthwork@gmail.com Snow’s Excavation Complete site work Foundations-Septic-Lots cleared 207-647-2697

EXERCISE/FITNESS Dee’s BodyCraft Personal Training, Aerobics, Pilates Certified – Experienced Bridgton 647-9599

FLOORING Bolsters Decorating Center Carpet – vinyl – ceramic Always free decorating consulting bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202 J & M Wood Floors Installation/Sanding/Refinishing Fully insured – Free estimates 207-337-5623

FOUNDATIONS Henry’s Concrete Construction Foundations, Slabs, Floors Harrison Tel. 583-4896

GARAGE DOORS Naples Garage Door Co. Installation & repair services Free estimates Naples 207-693-3480

TAI CHI GIVES BACK TO DENMARK — For the past seven summers, every Monday morning Tai Chi Maine has conducted free Tai Chi in the Park classes at the Denmark Bicentennial Park. While classes are free, participants are asked, at the end of the summer, to make a contribution to one of the nonprofits in the Town of Denmark. This year, the group chose the Denmark Public Library. The photo shows Brian Grennan, Tai Chi Maine instructor, presenting librarian Robin Gosbee with the Tai Chi Maine donation of $300, honoring the 30th anniversary of the Denmark Public Library.

MUSIC LESSONS Up Scale Music Studio Piano Lessons – All Levels Composition-Theory-Transcription Evan 647-9599

NOTARY PUBLIC Northwoods Notary Mobile notary services Weddings - lulapoop@gmail.com Linda Mercer 207-776-9090

OIL DEALERS Dead River Co. Range & Fuel Oil Oil Burner Service Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton

PAINTING CONTRACTORS

Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates Roberts Overhead Doors Commercial/residential – free estimates 207-527-2552 Now offering Master Card & Visa Webber Painting & Restoration 207-595-2311 Interior/exterior painting & repairs

HEATING Bass Heating Oil Burner Service Sales and Installations Waterford (207) 595-8829

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 and Auto 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311 Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 671-2556 (cell)

AM Enterprises LLC Trash & snow removal Serving Harrison & Bridgton ameinc@outlook.com 207-749-2850

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 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 693 Main St, Lovell 207-925-1468 Waterfront specialists – Free estimates blissinc@fairpoint.net Fully insured – References 207-831-8354 Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. PLUMBING & HEATING Land info services – Surveys Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Off: 583-6159 Specializing in repair service in D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS The Lake Region 647-4436 Over 10,000 surveys on file Holt Plumbing Inc. Service work – pumps Camp openings – 30 years exp.

THIS SPACE CAN 207-318-9981 BE YOURS Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Organic lawn & garden maintenance Shoreline restoration Creative stonework, property watch Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com

REAL ESTATE

Chalmers Real Estate Southern Maine Retirement Services 100 Main St., Bridgton Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Tel. 647-3311 Life and Senior Dental Insurance Kezar Realty 150 Main St., Bridgton 207-647-2900 Homes, Land & Vacation Rentals Lovell Village 207-925-1500 MASONRY KezarRealty.com D & D Masonry Chimneys/fireplaces/walks/etc.

Fully insured Free estimates Darryl & Doug Hunt 693-5060

RUBBISH SERVICE

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

Call 647-2851 for details or e-mail bnews@roadrunner.com 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 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

WINDOW TREATMENTS Bolsters Decorating Center Custom window treatments Always free decorating consulting bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202

Discriminatory Advertising under the Fair Housing Act

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed, or published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

CHALMERS INSURANCE &

REAL ESTATE

Part of the Chalmers Group

100 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 Phone: 207-647-3311 Fax: 207-647-3003 www.chalmers-ins.com BN 36

ATTENTION

PART-TIME IT PERSON — needed. In-house position.

Required skills/experience: Wordpress, networks, hardware issues, Adwords, social media, all Computer-related issues. E-mail RobertFogg@Q-Team.com or call 207-693-3831.

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HELP WANTED — Anticipated and current employment opportunities Maine School Administrative District 72, Fryeburg, Me. Posted on our website: www. msad72.org tf5

TREE WORKERS WANTED — Experience a plus. Must have valid driver’s license. Apply online at www.Q-Team.com/employment-application tf11

HELP WANTED ­— caring for my four horses. Barn work as well as grooming, feeding, etc. Can offer some wages and also riding lessons and or riding time. Looking for adult with experience who would like to become my riding companion. Need some help during the week and some on weekends. If interested, please call me at 595-1073.

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DISHWASHERS — Black Horse Tavern is looking for dishwashers. Please apply in person

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WORK WANTED

FOR SALE

STRATOS BASS BOAT —1997, Model 282, dual console, 150 hp Johnson Fast Strike, trailer, new rug, batteries, seats done over, 2 covers. Live well, not working.

In Denmark. Must sell, $3000.

Call 603-387-1781.

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CAMP FIREWOOD — All pine. $120/cord; 1/2 & 1/2 hardwood $170/cord. Cut, split and delivered. Call 515-0779.

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READY FOR YOUR CHILDREN — to play in. All-wood crooked house with a 6 ft. by 8 ft. cedar deck. Good condition and ready to be picked up in Naples. Call 4155009 for pictures and questions. $300.

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12 GREENHEAD DUCKS — and geese decoys. $100. 6473028.

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STORAGE/ESTATE SALE — Sat. 9/9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sebago Storage, Rte. 35, Naples. Good quality furniture. Annalee Dolls, dishes, chairs, 4-drawer dresser, bookcase, shelves, nice mirrors and more.

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GOT WOOD — Ready to burn October 2017. $250 a cord. Cut, split and delivered locally. Call 647-8146. tf21

CHUCK’S MAINTENANCE — If you need anything cleaned up or cleaned out, my trailer is 7’ by 12’. Call 743-9889.

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FOR SALE

RED’S FIREWOOD — Cut, split and delivered. Any amounts.

Call 615-6342 for details. tf18

$5 FOR TATTERED — U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339.

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DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried twelve months. Selling seasoned hardwood year-round. One cord $240, half cord $140. Call 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. westermainefirewood.com 52t22x

FOR SALE

BUSINESS SERVICES

EMPIRE PROPANE —Direct Vent Gas Wall Furnace. 30,000 BTU output. See new for over $1,000. $650 or best offer. 617281-9163.

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HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars.

Call 655-5963. tf12

LOAM & FIREWOOD — Please call Ron between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at 595-8359. 17t23x

VEHICLES FOR SALE

2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT — only 81,000 miles, clean, remote start, black, $5,500 or best offer.

Call 647-8188.

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Most parts 2 days. Good used cars.

Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477. tf30

FOR RENT

CASCO — Rooms for rent. $125 per week furnished with Internet and laundry onsite. Call Tommy at 207-595-4946. tf9

Part-time

DIETARY COOK

Enjoy working with food and people? This could be the job for you.

We are currently looking for someone to join our Dietary Team. This position includes every other weekend. If you are interested, please call 207-935-3351 and ask for Abbey, stop by 70 Fairview Drive, Fryeburg, or visit our website at www.fryeburghealthcare.com for an application.

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

This is a full-time department head position in the Code Enforcement Office. Applicants should be proficient and experienced in code enforcement including performing various onsite construction inspections, environmental compliance reviews, and investigation of violations. The successful candidate will have considerable experience in the construction industry and electrical/plumbing experience. Graduation from high school or equivalent required; preference given to candidates with vocational training or college degree in a closely-related field, preferably with experience in positions which were directly responsible for compliance with building codes/ zoning codes, and ordinances. Applicants must be State Certified in Building Standards, Zoning and Land Use, and Shoreland Zoning.

Also, must be or have the ability to readily become a State Certified Local Plumbing and Electrical Inspector. Must have a valid Maine Class C driver’s license.

The Town of Raymond offers competitive pay and benefits including medical/dental insurance and a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

Applications and job description are available at www.raymondmaine.org or at the Raymond Town Office, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond, Maine, (207) 655-4742. Please send resume, application and letter of interest by September 19, 2017, Attn: Rita Theriault.

The Town of Raymond is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Buildings and Grounds Manager Salaried seasonal position. This full-time seasonal position offers oversight and management of all Shawnee Peak’s base lodge facilities and lodging properties. The position reports directly to the General Manager.

The buildings and grounds manager is responsible for hiring, training and overseeing a staff of custodians, parking attendants and the general maintenance crew.

Requirements: Basic knowledge and troubleshooting skills in electrical, light mechanical and custodial systems. Light equipment repair.

The successful candidate must be able to adhere to both labor and equipment budgets.

Guest Services Manager

Please apply to either job online with a resume and cover letter to jobs@shawneepeak.com, noting which position you are applying for in the subject line. Employee Benefits are listed on shawneepeak.com

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Salaried seasonal position. This full-time seasonal position oversees the Guest Services Office, which is often the first point of contact for guests at the Mountain. The position reports to the Director of Skier Experience.

Major Duties Include: Assisting our customers with a helpful smile; hiring, training and overseeing the front office staff.

Requirements: Must be computer savvy and know how to operate a basic phone system. Have outstanding customer service skills. Know how to motivate staff and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask.

The successful candidate must be able to adhere to and uphold company polices.

Wood stove gaskets and gasket cement

SAVE 10%

from Sept. 11 – 16th on in-stock supplies.

TOWN & COUNTRY 2928 East Conway Road East Conway, N.H. 603-939-2698

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Concrete Laborers and/or Finishers Good Pay • Lots of Overtime Hours Class C license required. CDL a plus.

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The UMBRELLA FACTORY SUPERMARKET Now taking applications for employment.

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All positions part-time. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 years old and older. Apply in person at The Umbrella Factory.

NAPLES SHOPPING CENTER Route 302, Naples, ME 207-693-3988

HELP WANTED

TOWN OF RAYMOND, MAINE

WANTED

Large Doors 14'x14' Air Compressor Heat, Bathroom CALL 207-925-1480

583-4630 or 557-2800

for physician’s office

HELP WANTED for FRYEBURG FAIR

HELP WANTED

COMPUTER HELP — Repairs, training, networking and consulting. Call the computer tutors, 603694-2088, nhcomputertutors.com

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40'x80' Commercial Building For Rent BRIDGTON 5-Bay Garage

HENRY’S CONCRETE

Secretary Wanted

Reply with resume and cover letter to: Medical Office PO Box 1515 Naples, ME 04055

Starting Sept. 9th, interviews will be held every Saturday and Monday from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Security Office (main building) at Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg, Maine.

FMI: Ray LaFrance, 1-207-998-2009.

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LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER — Mobile Feline Fix It Wagon, cats $70-$85. Dogs at Conway clinic starting at $100. NH and Maine income qualified plans.

Military discounts. Rozzie May Animal Alliance, a dedicated spay/neuter nonprofit. Sign up online www.RozzieMay.org or call 603-447-1373. tf17

Fax 207-256-8303

Secretary wanted for physician’s office. Duties include patient scheduling, answering telephone, making referrals. Previous medical office experience required. Ability to work as part of a team.

General and Traffic Police – Parkers Cleaners – Maintenance Workers Barrel Dumpers – Rakers Pari-Mutuel Tellers

STORAGE/ESTATE SALE — Sat. 9/9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sebago Storage, Rte. 35, Naples. Good quality furniture. Annalee Dolls, dishes, chairs, 4-drawer dresser, bookcase, shelves, nice mirrors and more.

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BRIDGTON — Rooms for rent. PLEASE CONSIDER — $125 per week furnished with In- donating gently used furniture, ternet. Call Ben at 207-894-8303. household items and more to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. tf9 FMI, go to our website www.

BUSINESS SERVICES harvesthills.org for details or call 935-4358, ext. 21. tf44 DENMARK HOUSE PAINTING — Since 1980. Interior and exte- wanted — Young working rior painting. Free estimates. Call couple in need of pet-friendly John Mathews 452-2781. tf40 winter rental, close to Naples/ Casco. Looking to move by end of September and rent through 70 Fairview Drive May (beginning of May, weather Fryeburg, ME 04037 permitting). Have references and Phone work locally. Please contact 207207-935-3351 318-4452.

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Classified line ads are now posted EGGS — Chickens, $3/dozen; on our website at NO EXTRA ducks $4/dozen; goose eggs $1/ CHARGE! www.bridgton.com each when available. Call 33213t23x 1520.

October 1st through October 8th

LOOKING FOR HOUSES/ — Camps to paint. 29 years experience, free estimates, power washing. Dirigo Custom Painting, 743-9889.

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YARD SALES

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Classified advertising is sold in this space at the rate of $3.50 for 20 words or less and 15¢ a word over 20. All ads are payable in advance.

Repeats are charged at the same rate as new ads. Ads taken over the phone must be called in by Monday with payment arriving by Tuesday. A charge of $1.00 per week extra is made for the use of a box number if requested. A charge of $1.00 per classified is made if billing is necessary. Cards of Thanks and In Memoriams are charged at the same rate as classified ads. Poetry is charged by the inch.

Classified display is sold at $6.50 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.

HELP WANTED

TOWN OF RAYMOND, MAINE VIDEOGRAPHER – PART-TIME

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The Town of Raymond is looking for a part-time/backup Videographer to record committee and Selectmen meetings. Most meetings are held in the evening although occasionally some may be during the day. The candidate must be willing to learn to run a large audio mixer and Sony Anycast video mixer. In addition they must be able to run the Leightronix station controller to insure the real time broadcast to cable TV and Youtube. Should be willing to learn new technologies as the station is transitioned to new software and hardware.

Applications and a job description are available on our website at www.raymondmaine.org. Completed applications and resume should be sent to: Rita M. Theriault Human Resources Officer Town of Raymond, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond, ME 04071 or electronically to rita.theriault@raymondmaine.org Application deadline is Friday, September 15, 2017, at 4:00 p.m.

Town of Raymond is an EOE.

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Tri-County Mental Health Services has a current opportunity available for a Part-Time Custodian at our Bridgton office. After business hours, second or third shift schedule.

Call 207-783-9141 for more information

To apply, forward your resume to resume@tcmhs.org or fax to 207-783-4679 EOE See all available opportunities by visiting www.tcmhs.org/careers

Morrison Center – Bridgton Seeking Direct Support Professionals for Residential Supports

Family Service Advocate/Teacher 2 – Fryeburg Early Learning Center Our Children’s Services Department is hiring a Family Service Advocate (FSA) / Teacher 2 in Fryeburg. The FSA/Teacher 2 provides support while engaging with families in meeting both their children’s and family’s needs; advocates for families by working with other local social service agencies as needed; assists parents in obtaining appropriate medical and dental care for their children; supports parent engagement in center and community activities, committees, and educational workshops. Other responsibilities include completing paperwork and reports, and maintaining records and data on individual children. The FSA/Teacher 2 will also participate in the classroom as needed to support experiences that meet young children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. Travel within the service area is required. This position is 40 hours per week, for 38–40 weeks per year. For specific information about the job, please contact Denise Ricker at 739-6541 or dricker@community-concepts.org Qualifications: An Associate’s degree in Social Services, Early Childhood Education or closely-related field is required; Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Early Childhood Education or closelyrelated field is preferred; Ed Tech II certification or ability to obtain Ed Tech II certificate required; experience in an early childhood setting is required.

Other Requirements: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; considerable stamina to regularly lift, bend, carry and perform other high-energy activities; a valid driver’s license; telephone; computer/word processing skills, preferably Microsoft Office; ability to function autonomously and as part of a team. Pre-employment physical, TB screening, SBI, DMV, DHHS, Maine Sex Offender Registry, fingerprinting, and federal debarment background checks must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of employment.

Benefits: Community Concepts offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, short-term disability, hospital indemnity, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, 403(b) pension plan with agency match, and more.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.community-concepts.org/employment To Apply by Mail or E-mail, Send Cover Letter, Resume and Application for Employment to: Community Concepts, Inc. Attn: Katie Libby Human Resources 240 Bates Street Lewiston, ME 04240 Community Concepts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation. Please request any necessary accommodations to participate in the application process.

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(Experience Preferred, but will train the right candidate) The agency is seeking caring, creative and energetic team members to provide services to adults with severe cognitive and physical disabilities in our residential settings. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with personal care, facilitating activities and community involvement, documentation, and promoting life skill development.

An attractive benefits package is offered to all qualifying candidates, and starting wage is $10.00 per hour.

All candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and possess basic computer skills.

Please call the Bridgton office at 647-8244 to request an application, or pick up an application at the Bridgton office at 119 Sandy Creek Road.

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September 7, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 5D

Events at the Norway Library NORWAY — President of Hancock Lumber and author Kevin Hancock will speak about his book Not for Sale: Finding Center in the Land of Crazy Horse and hold a question and answer session on Thursday, Sept.

21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Norway Memorial Library.

Copies of his book will be on sale at the library in advance and at the event for $20 each. A portion of the proceeds of each book sold will go to support the library.

Not for Sale won the 2015 National Indie Excellence Award, the 2016 Independent Authors Network Award, and the 2016 New York Book Festival Award. This unique memoir traces Kevin’s

journey to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. Through a series of successive solo trips to the Reservation, Kevin learned several powerful messages that he will share with the audience. He has used these lessons to enhance his life and the business he leads.

This presentation is free and open to the public.

The library will also be hosting a fall book discussion series called Native American Literature: Straddling Cultures. The series will consider three novels about Native Americans crossing from their traditional cultures into the westernized world.

The group will meet at the library on three Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The series begins on Sept. 28, with Tracks by Louise Erdrich, which explores the clash between the Anishinaabe culture and white men encroaching on their land. The characters struggle to find a place in the world off the reservation, then to find a home when they return. Another character tells of her conversion to Catholicism and leaving behind her Anishinaabe beliefs.

On Oct. 12, the group will discuss The Absolutely True Story of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie.

This story centers on Junior, a teenaged boy who leaves his reservation school to attend a white school where the only other Indian is the school mascot. Junior

tries to fit in with his white school friends but questions how much of being Indian is lost in his assimilation.

The final book in the series, Caleb’s Crossing

by Geraldine Brooks, will be featured on Nov. 9. In 17th century Massachusetts, Caleb, a young Wampanoag Indian, is the first Native American to graduate from Harvard. The author weaves Caleb’s story of studying in the white man’s world with that of his friendship with Bethia, a daughter of a Puritan farmer.

For more information about any of these events, and to register and request the books for the discussion series, please call the library at 743-5309, ext. 1, or visit www.norway.lib.me.us

Jewish holiday services schedule

NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — The schedule for the Torah Dedication and High Holy Day Services is listed below. All events will be held at the North Conway Community Center, 2628 White Mountain Rd., North Conway, N.H. For more information and to RSVP contact Phyllis Roth at 803-2294 or arnoldroth@roadrunner.com Torah Dedication: Saturday, Sept. 16, at 9 a.m., cake and coffee Kiddush follows.

Erev Rosh Hashanah: Wednesday, Sept. 20, 7 p.m.

Rosh Hashanah Day One: Thursday, Sept. 21, 9:30 a.m.

Torah Shofar Children’s Service: approximately 10:30 a.m., potluck dairy pareve lunch, Tashlich follows lunch.

Kol Nidre: Friday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day: Saturday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.; Yizkor: approximately 12:30 p.m.; break approximately 3 p.m.; Mincha approximately 5 p.m.; Neilah approximately 6:15 p.m.; final Shofar 7:10 p.m.; break the fast following service, dairy pareve potluck.

AHCH yard sale seeks donations

LEWISTON — Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice (AHCH) is seeking donations for its annual yard sale to benefit Camp Dragonfly. The yard sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the AHCH Lewiston office at 15 Strawberry Ave. Items may be dropped off at the Lewiston Office Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The organization cannot accept donations of televisions, mattresses, used upholstered furniture, stuffed animals, clothing, or footwear.

All proceeds from the sale will benefit a one-day camp that offers assistance to youth who have experienced a loss and helps families feel comfortable having difficult conversations with children and other family members about death and loss. The camp also helps children who are living with a family member who has a terminal illness. There is no charge to attend Camp Dragonfly.

“Camp Dragonfly offers children who are grieving a chance to recognize that they do not have to go through grief alone and that there are many resources available to help them through the loss they are experiencing,” said Kenneth Albert, president and CEO of AHCH. “Community support of the yard sale helps ensure that we can continue to offer this important program at no cost to the participants.”

The organization is also accepting baked goods, produce, handmade crafts, and canned items for the bake sale/farmers’ market being held the same day.

These donations will be accepted on Sept. 8.

For more information, please contact Kate Sicotte at 777-7740, ext. 1951.

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Why do Progressives hate so much?

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Why do Progressives begin every discussion of a political opponent with a hate-filled charge of racism?

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Historic Sebago farmhouse of Jonathan D. Poor SEBAGO — On the crest of Poor’s Hill on Route 107, in the Hillside neighborhood of Sebago, sets one of the town’s oldest and most interesting historic homes.

Today, the house is located far back on the east side of the road, but when it was built, it was much closer to the horse and wagon dirt road that made its way over the hills from Sebago to Bridgton. The original location of the house, much closer to the road, can be clearly seen on early maps of Sebago. When a modern hard-topped road was constructed, it was the road that moved, not the house!

The original settler and builder of the house was Jonathan Poor. In 1802, he acquired a large tract of land in what was then part of Baldwin, Maine. Jonathan and his wife, Ruth Porter Poor, first lived in a small log cabin while they cleared land and built their house around 1806.

Jonathan Poor worked hard to create what would become, by the late 1800s, one of the most prosperous farms in Sebago. He, his sons and Tyler Porter, his fatherin-law, owned and operated the logging mills on Peabody Pond over three generations, along with other partners.

In addition, Jonathan Poor

and Tyler Porter were two of the 10 men, who incorporated the North West River Canal in 1811 which went from the mouth of Peabody Pond to East Sebago. Not surprisingly, given his level of activity in the community, Jonathan Poor was one of the town’s “founding fathers.”

His name appears on the petition to create the Town of Sebago in 1826, along with many other well-known local names of town leaders.

The house would remain in the Poor family for almost 200 years. Jonathan and Ruth’s son, Jonathan D. Poor, born in 1803, spent his early days there and then as a young man traveled around the country with his uncle, Rufus Porter, brother of his mother Ruth Porter, learning the art and craft of painting interior murals. Some of Jonathan D. Poor’s bestknown murals, painted in 1840, were discovered in the Norton house in East Baldwin. They are now in the keeping of the Rufus Porter Museum in Bridgton.

Jonathan D. Poor and his wife Caroline both died unexpectedly early, leaving four young children. One of these children, Leander Poor, was raised in the Sebago homestead by his grandparents, Jonathan and Ruth Poor. Leander would go on to

TOUR OF THE HISTORIC HOME — Members of the Sebago Historical Society gather on the porch of the Poor Family Homestead. attend Bridgton Academy and Bowdoin College, became a well-known and respected leader in his careers in teaching, civil engineering, military service and agriculture.

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business there. He became a selectman and town supervisor, as well as a member of the Board of Trustees at Bridgton Academy and a state senator. Some of his career highlights are recorded in the 1896 Biographical Review of Leading Citizens of Cumberland County.

These family stories provide just a few examples of the impact of the Poor family of Sebago. The original homestead was a classically simple and functional capestyle dwelling with attached sheds and barn; additional stories and features were added as the family needs expanded and means allowed.

Today, Mike Kipikas and his family own the house and they have worked hard over the past 30 years to maintain and restore this historic homestead, always keeping in mind the stories of the house and the family that lived there for generations.

On Saturday, Aug. 5, the Sebago Historical Society hosted a well-attended tour of this extraordinary property and its place in Sebago history. Local historian Susan Cummings gave a talk and slide show about the Poor family, and artist Sandy Howe led a discussion of Jonathan D. Poor’s murals.

For more information about this and other historic homes in Sebago, check out the Sebago Historical Society’s website at www. sebagohistoricalsociety.org, and visit the Rufus Porter Museum in Bridgton to learn more about the murals of Rufus Porter and Jonathan D. Poor.

— submitted by Margaret Allen, Sebago Historical MURALS painted by Jonathan D. Poor in the Norton Society executive secretary.

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